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The Wellington Village Council approved the first reading of a comprehensive plan amendment for the Village Green Center at the northwest corner of Stribling Way and State Road 7 on Monday, Dec. 11. The shopping center is already mostly built, anchored by a Trader Joe’s grocery store. Page 3

Wellington Ballet Theater Dancers Perform ‘Nutcracker’

Wellington Ballet Theater presented its production of The Nutcracker last weekend in the Wellington High School auditorium. The event was free of charge, as part of the local nonprofit’s mission to provide free cultural events for the community. The production features choreography and staging by Melissa Waters, scenic design by Chris Gay and artistic direction by Rocky Duvall. Page 10

‘Christmas On The Farm’ Brings Locals To Hydroponics Farm

Little girls sporting faux holly crowns and little boys munching on homemade caramel corn scurried around vendor booths Saturday, Dec. 9 as bushels of bundled-up locals braved the cold and flocked to “Christmas on the Farm” at You Farm, a newly created hydroponics farm. Page 11

OPINION Despite Pending Raise, Teacher Salaries Still Lag Other States

While many teachers in the School District of Palm Beach County were hoping for more, the moderate pay raise approved this week will likely please the district’s 12,500 educators, as well as other employees and administrators in the new year. However, while there are some notable improvements over recent contracts, it’s not quite a definitive victory. Page 4 DEPARTMENT INDEX NEWS...............................3 - 11 OPINION.................................. 4 NEWS BRIEFS......................... 6 PEOPLE................................. 12 SCHOOLS.............................. 13 COLUMNS.......................14, 21 BUSINESS..................... 22 - 23 SPORTS..........................25 - 27 CALENDAR............................ 28 CLASSIFIEDS................ 29 - 32 Visit Us On The Web At WWW.GOTOWNCRIER.COM

The Wellington Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Village of Wellington, hosted Wellington Winterfest at Wellington Amphitheater on Friday, Dec. 8. Headline performer Vanilla Ice joined local singers, dance performers, exhibitors, vendors, a blizzard beach with snow, zip lining, obstacle courses and more at the holiday-themed event. Shown above, special guest Vanilla Ice performs for the crowd. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 17 PHOTO BY JACK LOWENSTEIN/TOWN-CRIER

Bellissimo: Ruling Big Win For Wellington’s Equestrian Future

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report After almost six years of litigation, Mark Bellissimo and his firm Wellington Equestrian Partners celebrated a major court victory last week, prevailing in a lawsuit that sought to have the Equestrian Village site at the corner of South Shore Blvd. and Pierson Road, home of the Adequan Global Dressage Festival, torn down. Brought by members of the Jacobs family, owners of nearby Deeridge Farms, and their company Solar Sportsystems Inc., the plaintiffs argued that the existing project should never have been built. After 10 days of trial, it took a six-person jury less than two hours of deliberations to reach a unanimous verdict in support of defendant Wellington Equestrian Partners and its subsidiary entities, Bellissimo said. “The primary goal of the Ja-

cobses was to actually tear down the venue,” Bellissimo told the Town-Crier on Wednesday. “That was their testimony, to… restore it to polo fields. Their approach was not appropriate, but the bottom line is that we won overwhelmingly.” Bellissimo asserted that the plaintiffs’ tactic consisted of mischaracterizations and obstructionism that was largely shot down quickly. “I think it speaks volumes to this sort of approach, which consumed six years of our time and benefit by trying to stop something and be disruptive,” he said. “I am hopeful that we can have mature dialogues about the future of this community, and dressage and polo and jumping are important elements of that.” Bellissimo added that the decision opens great opportunities for Wellington Equestrian Partners and its show production entity, Equestrian Sport Productions, to enhance dressage locally.

“There has been a lot of uncertainty created in the market, so people were not clear on what the future direction would be and whether it would be a ruling that would have created a disconnect for the future, but I’m certain that uncertainty has been removed,” he said. Bellissimo added that the decision would give people more confidence in buying property and make investments that are important to the future success of the equestrian community. “These lawsuits create no value to anyone but the lawyers,” he said. “I think it was very clear that their approach was not accurate. I’m very pleased with the outcome. I believe it was appropriate. I believe it was just a tactic to stall and delay and disrupt. I think the court spoke very loudly that this approach was incorrect.” The verdict, which consisted See BELLISSIMO, page 15

Wellington Rejects Palm Beach Polo, Polo West Changes

By Jack Lowenstein Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Village Council rejected controversial master plan amendments requested by both Palm Beach Polo & Country Club and Polo West on Monday, Dec. 11. The council considered each request separately, although both properties are under common ownership, at a meeting that lasted nearly eight hours. Among the master plan changes for the Palm Beach Polo property was a request for the creation of Pod 80 (formerly the North Course) and Pod 81 (formerly the East Course), along with proposed entrance points for both; removing reference to the Wellington Clydesdale Facility property with two new entrance points to the old property; identifying two new entrance points off Stribling Way into proposed Pod 81; and

the two former courses and the current 18-hole course within the community would be modified to a designation of “open space recreation/golf course/field sports and equine sports.” When the Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board heard the request, it rejected most of the changes, except for the approval of two access points for the Powerline Property (also known as Pod 81) and to change the master plan designation for the Powerline Property alone to “open space recreation/golf course/field sports and equine sports.” Attorney Alec Domb represented Palm Beach Polo owner Glenn Straub at the meeting. At the beginning of his presentation, he said, “Golf is a dying industry.” However, he stressed that the changes do not seek to construct anything new. “We’re not asking See POLO PLANS, page 15

WELLINGTON HOLIDAY PARADE RETURNS

RPB Village Council Approves Wellington Zoners Refuse Paddock The Capstone At Royal Palm Park Horse Appeal

By Jack Lowenstein Town-Crier Staff Report The Royal Palm Beach Village Council gave its final approvals for development of Hunt Midwest’s planned senior housing project, to be called the Capstone at Royal Palm, on Thursday, Dec. 7. The Capstone will be a 114bed facility at 10651 Okeechobee Blvd. dedicated to assisted living and memory care. The facility will house up to 125 residents, as 10 percent of the assisted-living portion will allow for residents to share beds with spouses. The assisted living portion (70 beds) will be two stories, while the memory care part (44 beds) will be all on one story. The senior living facility will offer outdoor recreation, including a dog park and an outdoor kitchen with a barbecue grill. The exterior of the facility is completely walkable with exterior lighting at night.

Indoor recreation will be available, plus multiple dining rooms, along with activity and living areas. The facility is designed to promote social interaction between all residents. The living corridors make up the perimeter, while all the dining and activity areas are central to the building when walking through the main entrance. Residents can expect three meals a day, plus snacks. “Our room sizes are a minimum 400 square feet to 800 square feet for our assisted living; and then our memory care, our smallest unit is 350 for a studio and up to 450 square feet total size,” Hunt Midwest agent Donaldson Hearing said. “The intent is to get people out of their rooms, so that they take advantage of the wonderful interior environment, the open space, the recreation within the facility, the dining areas and the wonderful common areas that are provided.”

Village staff recommended approval of the site plan and requests for architectural approval and a special exception use for the property. Staff added a recommendation for a fee in lieu of land dedication to satisfy the off-site recreation requirements of village code in the amount of approximately $16,000 to be paid prior to the developers’ being issued a building permit. “As you know, the site was recently modified from the land use and the zoning to be consistent with the [residential mixed use] designation of the adjacent PortoSol community,” Hearing said. “And at that time, we made some modifications to the code, the RMU code as well as the senior housing code, to allow for senior living facilities as a special exception within the RMU designation.” Councilwoman Selena Smith See CAPSTONE, page 4

By Craig Campbell Town-Crier Staff Report Wellington Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board denied an administrative appeal Wednesday, Dec. 13 brought by the owner of a residential parcel in the Paddock Park Phase I subdivision regarding whether horses can be kept on the property. At issue was an administrative determination by Wellington’s Planning, Zoning & Building Department staff regarding property owned by Kelly Jacobs at 14785 Haymarket Court in the Paddock Park I subdivision. Jacobs sought to keep horses on the property, but village officials ruled that horses are not allowed. Jacobs, represented by former Wellington Village Attorney Jeffrey Kurtz, appealed the ruling.

Kurtz originally wanted a postponement of the agenda item until the January meeting, but the board voted unanimously to deny the postponement request. The board’s rationale was based on the village code, which calls for a written request for postponement to be filed at least five days prior to the meeting. The appeal was based on four items in the staff report prepared by Planning, Zoning & Building Director Bob Basehart. Kurtz argued that Paddock Park I’s plat and covenant agreements allowed horses to be boarded there. He further argued that Palm Beach County permitted horses on Paddock Park properties before the village was incorporated. Kurtz also pointed out that WelSee PZA BOARD, page 15

Wellington Girl Battling Leukemia Gets Holiday Help By Craig Campbell Town-Crier Staff Report The holiday season is a special time of year, but it’s especially magical for children. Some kids, though, need special help. In the past year, 7-year-old Emma LaPaglia has dealt with the separation of her parents, losing her home and being diagnosed with cancer. A number of organizations and individuals have stepped up to ensure that Emma and her two sisters — 4-year-old Piper and 2-year-old Dylan — will have a merry Christmas. Emma was diagnosed with preB acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) last May, and her mother, Ashley LaPaglia, is now on her own caring for her three children. The LaPaglia family live in Wellington, but their future was

looking bleak. “I can’t work because I am caring for Emma and her sisters, so money is tight, but I do have a great support system,” Ashley explained. The Kids Cancer Foundation became aware of Emma’s situation and connected the family with the Admirals Cove Foundation. On Wednesday, Dec. 6, Ashley received a $9,200 check from the Admirals Cove Foundation’s “A Season to Share” program. The money will go toward three months’ rent and a security deposit on an apartment for the single mother and her three children. Admirals Cove also has agreed to pay for their utilities and phones for an entire year. The two foundations have also reached out to the community to help ensure that Emma and her family have a magical holiday sea-

son. “This is great, because I don’t have to worry about Christmas presents this year,” Ashley said. On Saturday, Dec. 9, Emma joined other kids battling cancer at Hoffman’s Chocolates, which hosted an exclusive event for them at its Greenacres factory location. Hoffman’s partnered with Neighbors4Neighbors — a Miami television station’s community outreach program — this holiday season to support the organization’s “Adopt a Family 4 the Holidays” initiative. “Each of the nine Hoffman’s stores and corporate headquarters adopted a family in need,” explained Michelle O’Boyle, founder and executive director of the Kids Cancer Foundation. The company’s Palm Beach stores adopted their families See LAPAGLIA, page 15

Ashley LaPaglia holding 2-year-old Dylan, 4-year-old Piper and 7-year-old cancer patient Emma, as the girls’ grandmother Janis Price joins Santa for a family photo.

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Wellington Council Approves Changes At Village Green Center

By Jack Lowenstein Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Village Council approved the first reading of a comprehensive plan amendment for the Village Green Center at the northwest corner of Stribling Way and State Road 7 on Monday, Dec. 11. The shopping center is already mostly built, anchored by a Trader Joe’s grocery store. Previously approved by Wellington’s Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board, the major changes to the shopping center will be the addition of medical offices as an allowed commercial use and the addition of a fast-food restaurant with a drive-through, confirmed to be a Starbucks location, in place of

a retail bank with a drive-through as originally planned. The space will also see overall updates in landscaping, hedges and berms near the area of the future Starbucks, also altering some of the parking provided in the space surrounding Starbucks. Along with the changes, there will be a slight reduction of the overall square footage of the shopping center. The update and addition of a medical office to the center is due to demands for medical office space in the surrounding area, according to the staff report. There won’t be any changes from a development standpoint to the proposed medical buildings. The Starbucks location will oc-

cupy more than 2,300 square feet of a more than 4,600-square-foot building, sharing the space with another retail component. Mayor Anne Gerwig wanted to know about the increase in traffic by changing the site to have a medical versus a general office space use, as well as the increase with the addition of Starbucks instead of a bank. “There is a small increase in traffic when you go from general office to medical office, as well as when you go from the bank to the fast-food restaurant, and all of that was addressed in the traffic study,” Traffic Engineer Adam Kerr of Kimley-Horn & Associates said. “That was reviewed and approved by the village consultant as well as

the county traffic engineer.” Kerr also confirmed there would be no parking issues, either, responding to another question from Gerwig. “Parking requirements for medical and for general office are the same in our code,” Planning, Zoning & Building Director Bob Basehart said. Donaldson Hearing, the agent for the applicant, said the different commercial components, being medical and restaurant retail, work in synergy with one another. He is confident in the amount of parking provided for the different components. “Typically, your office traffic, certainly the employees there, are coming early in the morning, 8 to 9

o’clock,” he said. “They’re leaving at 5, 5:30, 6 o’clock. You’d have clients or patients who may come in and out, but actually it works very well with the dynamic of the retail that’s there.” During public comment, Wellington resident Bobby Munden said he was not happy with the proposed changes, particularly the addition of a fourth fast-food component to the plaza. “When you take up those spaces, it diminishes the whole complex,” Munden said. However, the council unanimously supported the changes to the comprehensive plan and the addition of the Starbucks instead of a bank. Vice Mayor John McGovern

noted that the trend has been away from large, stand-alone bank buildings. “I have a significant concern about what the future in that industry is,” McGovern said. “And, I think that if you combine them with putting it on that location, that would be a much more significant albatross than having the Starbucks.” Councilwoman Tanya Siskind made a motion to approve the preliminary reading of the changes, seconded by Councilman Michael Napoleone, passing unanimously. The final reading of the comprehensive plan amendment to Village Green Center is scheduled for a future council meeting in January 2018.

LGWCD Moves Ahead With Selling Road Maintenance Equipment

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Loxahatchee Groves Water Control District approved the sale of its road maintenance equipment on Monday, including two graders and two water trucks, after turning over its remaining roads to the Town of Loxahatchee Groves. The equipment will be transported to an auction company in Orlando and go to the highest bidder. LGWCD Administrator Steve Yohe said he had met with several auctioneers for alternatives to sell the equipment and recommended Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers. “They have a five-day auction on Feb. 19-23,” Yohe said. “I went on their web site. They’re all over the world. We get to advertise in their materials that would be sent all over the world. They specialize in heavy equipment. It is in Orlando, and we are responsible for delivering the equipment to their site.” The estimated transportation cost is $100 per hour for a lowboy, for a total of about $4,000. “Ritchie Bros. offered to deliver it to the site and auction for us for about $4,000, and the exact amount will come out of the contract if you so choose them,” he said. “That will be deducted from the sale of the equipment.” Yohe also recommended becoming a partner with the Palm Beach County Thrift Store, which auctions office equipment primarily, at no fee to the seller. He added

that if the board selects Ritchie Bros., they would need time to come and appraise the equipment and get photos for advertising. During public comment, resident and contractor Frank Smith made an offer to buy the equipment outright, but Supervisor Connie Bell and Chair Anita Kane agreed with Yohe that selling to Smith would circumvent the public process to allow other buyers the opportunity to bid. Supervisor Laura Danowski was torn between taking the equipment to auction and paying a fee, as opposed to selling it outright to a local buyer. “If this gentleman is sitting here and can say, ‘OK I’m going to get my mechanic here and we’re going to look at it… and give you a hard money guarantee by Jan. 1, we either do the deal or we don’t. On Jan. 2, we can call Ritchie Bros. and say, ‘Come and get it,’” Danowski said. Supervisor Simon Fernandez said he was familiar with the Ritchie Bros. operation and thought it was a good time to offer the equipment to an international market. Fernandez made a motion to send the equipment to Ritchie Bros., which carried 4-1 with Danowski opposed. In other business, the board approved a proposed field work schedule that included the relocation of an earthen guardrail on North A Road and North Road, North D Road restoration and

cleaning culverts in district canals, in addition to regular mowing and hedging, and maintenance of flood control structures. The relocation of the earthen guardrail on North A Road and North Road is budgeted for $10,000. “This issue was caused as a result of canal and road repair work conducted for FEMA in 2012 and early 2013 as a result of damage caused by Tropical Storm Isaac,” Yohe said. “District staff conducted emergency repairs to certain canal banks by replacing earthen guardrails on top of the side of the pavement, thereby reducing the width of the road by up to approximately 18 inches in some areas. This encroachment must be removed to restore the width of the road and to allow for the seventh-year resurfacing of the roads… in 2019.” The guardrail project is to begin in January and be completed by April 2018, weather permitting. Notification will be provided to the town. Restoration of the North D Road canal includes $20,000 for a silt screen, day laborers and a rental excavator and bulldozer to assist in-house staff and equipment, similar to the other 19 miles of canals restored since 2013. Notification will be provided to the town and all adjacent property owners. The project is scheduled to begin in May 2018 and be complete by August. “Most of that time span is to

allow mud that is pulled out to dry and then be spread, so several months of it is just the drying process,” he said.

For canal cleaning, $30,000 is budgeted to hire a contractor for culvert cleaning. “District staff and equipment

will assist to remove and dispose of the material removed from the culverts,” he said. “Staff proposes See LGWCD, page 7

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Despite Pending Raise, Teacher Salaries Still Lag Other States

While many teachers in the School District of Palm Beach County were hoping for more, the moderate pay raise approved this week will likely please the district’s 12,500 educators, as well as other employees and administrators in the new year. The agreement, unanimously approved by the Palm Beach County School Board, gives teachers evaluated as “effective” last year 2.75 percent raises, while those rated “highly effective” are in line for a 3.5 percent increase in pay. The tentative raises are retroactive to July 1 and will be the largest that the county’s teachers have seen in four years if ratified by the membership of the Classroom Teachers Association. District administrators, including Superintendent Dr. Robert Avossa, will see 3 percent raises. In all, the raises will tally approximately $30 million. While CTA President Justin Katz implied he is generally pleased with the final negotiation numbers — and there are some notable improvements over recent contracts — it’s not quite a definitive victory. Since the loss of automatic annual “step” salary increases several years ago, plus increases associated with insurance, teacher raises have not kept up with the cost of living, and many teachers have lost thousands of dollars annually between what they were projected to make and where they stand today. Factor in higher annual salaries and benefit packages in other states, particularly along the east coast and in New England, and there are significant financial reasons that the School District of Palm Beach County, like virtually every other district in Florida, is struggling to both bring in new qualified educators and retain the educators recently hired. Katz noted that there “are efforts in the works to address salary compression” which will

Straub Responds To Council Vote

Over the course of the past eight months, at a cost of more than $50,000, Palm Beach Polo did everything it could to work with the Village of Wellington in order to come up with a long-range plan to provide access to some of its landlocked properties and to expand the utilization of no-longer-functioning golf courses in order to maintain the green space in Wellington. The Wellington planning and zoning staff agreed with us and recommended approval of 95 percent of the requests contained in our two applications. Palm Beach Polo owns almost all the undeveloped property in the western communities. In addition, Palm Beach Polo did everything that it could to point out that it was entitled to be able to access its properties from main roads. Everyone in this process worked hard to achieve a goal, and in the end, we were pleased to have participated in the process. We now have a better understanding of the potential future use of our property. We believe in the equestrian industry in Wellington, and have done everything possible to promote it on all of our properties, and will continue to do so. Unfortunately, even though

be dealt with during next year’s negotiations. So possibly, there’s hope on the horizon that teachers’ salaries may bounce back to where many believe they should be on the overall salary scale. The school district is also contemplating asking residents to support a small property tax increase, with the funds dedicated to teacher salaries in hopes of keeping them in district classrooms. Under the proposal being pushed by Avossa, voters would pay about $25 more per $100,000 of assessed property on their tax bills. If put on the ballot and approved, this would provide about $50 million a year toward teacher salaries. While it’s easy to point the finger at the school district — and the district is not entirely blameless — at least district officials are trying to be proactive. We’re not sure the same can be said of either the state or federal governments. Many of the problems with funding public education in Florida today — that’s public education as a whole, not just salaries — stems from issues in both Washington, D.C., and Tallahassee. The continued push to use public education funding for charter schools, plus the continued chipping away of money dedicated to districts over the past decade, has led to less financial flexibility for local districts. Back in April, Avossa encouraged continued communication with state lawmakers, urging them to open the fiscal purse strings and make education funding a priority. With the 2018 legislative session getting underway soon, we urge continued open communications between lawmakers, district officials and other stakeholders, and we look forward to when Florida’s school teachers are truly compensated to where they want to stay in the profession.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR we had the village planning and zoning staff recommending approval of our plans, at the end of the day, this is a political process, and sometimes the law gets lost in a room filled with a hundred residents who believe that they have an absolute right to have a view of a golf course in their backyard in perpetuity. Polo believes that it is entitled to access for ingress and egress to the property known as the North Course from Forest Hill Blvd., and may have to seek the enforcement of this right through the courts. With respect to golf uses, anyone who said Monday night that golf is not a declining sport or leisure pastime in this country was being disingenuous. The number of golf club members, the number of golf rounds played and the number of new players is down around the country. As a result of Monday night’s votes, we will have to change our direction in order to increase golf revenues by opening our golf course properties to the public to increase play, with no reservations. Glenn Straub Palm Beach Polo/Polo West Wellington

Jarriel To Seek Re-Election

To the residents of Loxahatchee

Groves, I just wanted to let you know that I will be running for re-election to the Loxahatchee Groves Town Council, Seat 1 on Tuesday, March 13, 2018. I am proud to have been able to serve for the last nine years on the council and will be proud to serve for another three years if re-elected by the residents of Loxahatchee Groves. My platform has always been in the best interest of the residents, in that as a retired 31-year firefighter with Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue, my two priorities has been and will always be better and safer roads and drainage throughout the town. Anything else that we as a council can do to improve the livelihood of the residents, such as Palm Beach State College, the Loxahatchee Groves Commons with a Tractor Supply, medical walk-in clinic and many other resources available that we can call our own. I’ve been a resident of the Groves for 57 years. I spent nine years on the Loxahatchee Groves Water Control District Board of Supervisors helping to improve our drainage and our roads. I left the LGWCD to get on the town council because I knew there was a greater opportunity to do more for our residents. We have a new town hall that we as a council fought for and paid

for with the town’s revenues. We have South B Road with proper drainage and pavement, the safest road in Loxahatchee Groves, that was paid for by the developers and that will be the pilot of our future roads to come. I feel that I am the best-qualified to be re-elected to Seat 1 on the Loxahatchee Groves Town Council on Tuesday, March 13 because of my experience on the LGWCD for 9 years and on the town council for 9 years. I have learned a lot, gotten wiser, but I have fought hard to make the Groves a better place to live. I have always made myself available to our residents both by phone (561-315-5213) or a face-to-face communication. I will continue to listen, stand up for and fight hard to make Loxahatchee Groves a better and safer place to live. I appreciate all your support for the last 9 years on the council, and I am hoping for your support on Tuesday, March 13. May God bless you all with a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year. Ron Jarriel Loxahatchee Groves

Keep Away From My Money

Responding to Jude Smallwood’s letter (New Tax Plan Is Akin To Treason, Nov. 24), where

he says, “How can we ignore the GOP attempt to legislate the transference of money and power to the wealthy.” I wasn’t sure if I should vomit or cry. Last time I checked, it was “I” (and everyone I know who works) who earned the money that the writer is referring to as a “transfer of wealth.” That the government requires employers to withhold taxes from earned wages, as earned, might be considered an actual transfer of wealth (i.e, my wealth — if you want to call it that — transferred to the government). But OK, I’ll pay my fair share. That Jude refers to “allowing” working Americans to keep a greater share of their hard-earned wages as a “transfer of wealth” is really a very backward view of how our country was intended to work. When did Americans commit to working 8 hours a day just so their wages could be confiscated

by the government and doled out to people like Jude? That is, in fact, an actual transfer of wealth. Taking from the earner and distributing to people like Jude or those deemed worthy. The more money workers are allowed to keep, the more they spend (keeping people employed) and the more they donate to help those in need. To Jude, I say — get your hand out of my pocket and go earn your own money. If you don’t think the government has confiscated enough money from those of us who work, by all means, please reach into your own pocket and send them more. There is no law preventing any citizen that thinks the government needs more money from sending more. Please call the Bureau of Fiscal Service (800826-9434) and they will direct you where to send your cash or how to establish a Direct Deposit. Lainie Guthrie Royal Palm Beach

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NEWS

Intergovernmental Group Discusses Cooperation On Road Fill

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Loxahatchee Groves Intergovernmental Committee discussed several items Tuesday regarding coordination between the Town of Loxahatchee Groves and the Loxahatchee Groves Water Control District, particularly regarding planned canal work and cooperation on road fill. LGWCD Administrator Steve Yohe said the canal work items were approved by the LGWCD board at its meeting on Monday. “We wanted to certainly make the town aware of the intentions of the field work that we’re going to do besides just mowing and maintaining canals,” Yohe said. The first was the relocation of an earthen guardrail at North A Road and North Road. “This issue was the result of canal and road repair work conducted by district staff for FEMA due

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New Senior Facility

continued from page 1 asked about entering the facility for both residents and staff. The main entrance is on the west side of the property off of Okeechobee, while the main staff entrance is to the east. “At the front, there will be somebody in the foyer, a receptionist to welcome anybody into the facility,” Hearing said. “Generally, unless there is a security issue, they’re not locked or shut. In the back, that would be more of a key fob, for when employees come in and come out, but that wouldn’t be open all the time, so that’s where employees are expected to come in.”

to the damage caused by Tropical Storm Isaac,” Yohe said. “District staff conducted emergency repair work on certain canal banks by replacing the earthen guardrails on top of the side of the OGEM pavement, thereby reducing the width of the road.” Yohe said the work needs to be done before the anticipated resurfacing of the road in 2019. “Though no road closing is anticipated, notification of the work will be provided to the town, the Loxahatchee Groves Landowners’ Association, the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue, Palm Beach County schools, and the schedule will be posted on the district’s web site,” Yohe said, adding that a flagman will be posted to help keep traffic flowing. Town Council Liaison Councilman Todd McLendon asked whether the east canal bank will

move, and Yohe said during Hurricane Irma, the canal level was lowered, revealing a shelf just below the water line about 2.5 feet wide. “We’re going to have to build that up to the top to move this over,” Yohe said. “Fortunately, it’s not the entire road, and we have this issue also on North Road.” He said the district will take any fill that is needed from a berm south of 160th Street that is taller than necessary. “We’re not going to buy fill,” Yohe said. “We’re just going to truck it. We actually have a conveyor belt on the back of our dump truck that will shoot it over to the side. We think that is the most efficient way to get it done.” Yohe said the project will be done in segments, and different techniques will be used to find the most efficient method, and they did not want to start by pushing

the existing berm/guardrail into the canal, but build up the canal bank before pushing the existing berm over. “Have you ever done this before?” asked LGWCD Supervisor Simon Fernandez, who chairs the committee. “No,” Yohe said. “I’ve never heard of an earthen guardrail before.” Yohe also discussed restoration of the North D Road canal. Town Manager Bill Underwood asked whether the project included digging out the canal, and Yohe said it did. “The roads need some building,” Underwood said. “Is that fill worth anything, rather than putting it on the west side of the canal?” “It would be a lot easier if you could put it right on the road,” Yohe said. “The problem you have is it’s mud. It takes two months to dry out.”

Fernandez said it may be possible to use it after it dries out. “After it dries out and you take the trash out of it,” he said. “Eventually we’re going to have enough fill to sell it.” Yohe stressed that the town and district, through communication with the Intergovernmental Committee, had developed a dispensation policy that gives first priority to the town for fill. “Given that we would even be a subsidiary to the town, that policy would be embraced by you and could be a lot easier,” Yohe said, adding that there is excess fill along most of the roads. “That fill came from the canals themselves, and it’s good material if it’s cleaned of the garbage,” he said. Underwood asked if a sifter could be used on the fill when it’s pulled from the canals, and McLendon asked if vacant land

might be found near dirt roads that are below grade so that it could be spread after it dries out. Yohe was reluctant to concede to a proposal that would require more labor and equipment by the district. “We only have one dump truck,” he said. “Are you talking before you’re prepared to pave or… when you pave?” “No, right now,” Underwood said. “Before you put good material on top of it,” McLendon said. Underwood said that some of the roads are 12 to 18 inches below the adjacent property. “I’m just looking for fill to bring it up in some fashion,” Underwood said. “We would put that down and put something on top of it so that we start. I don’t know how much it would take, but if you have 18 inches and four miles, that’s a lot.”

Smith also asked for a clearer picture regarding security measures for residents. “Residents are typically unaware of them for the most part. We want this to feel very residential, like hospitality,” David Simon of Integral Senior Living said. “This place is not designed to keep people in; it’s their home, and so it’s designed intentionally that way. But, we take the residents’ security as our primary mission. So, during the day, the front door will not be locked, but we’ll have staff. And all of our doors, with the exception of those five resident rooms, have cameras and locks, so we know who comes in and who goes out. Staff all have fobs, and so the residents will use a hotel style of door lock, so that we know who goes into each room.” Simon said family members

would be able to have key fobs for their family members’ rooms to visit them. He also said the doorbell for each resident’s room has a camera on it that is viewable by staff members on electronic devices if they are offsite, allowing for further surveillance of the facility and its residents. “We do not use security companies. We have a 24/7/365 staff community, and there is no need for private security,” Simon said. Councilman Jeff Hmara asked about the need for a deceleration lane for turning into the main entrance off of Okeechobee Blvd. That issue was also brought up when the project went before the Planning & Zoning Commission. Robert Rennebaum of the engineering firm Simmons & White said they looked at that aspect closely with Palm Beach County.

“I met with staff with the conceptual plan that you saw earlier with the modified signing to convert existing merge pavement to a dedicated deceleration lane for our staff entrance,” Rennebaum said. “And, no, they didn’t request a continuation of that to Wildcat Way. We did a conceptual approval with the concept shown here tonight without the continuation of the deceleration, and we still have to go back to Palm Beach County for permits, and I don’t anticipate that they will make us do that.” One of the main reasons for the lack of a required deceleration lane is because it is considered a low trip rate to the facility, Rennebaum said. Mayor Fred Pinto asked Rennebaum if he personally had any concern about the concept. “Pastor [Dale] Faircloth’s church

on Sundays has far more traffic, but there is very little on the road because it’s a Sunday,” Rennebaum said, regarding the adjacent Connect Church. “During the weekdays, we have very little traffic when the road is being utilized, so, no, I don’t have a concern.” Hmara made a motion to approve the site plan, along with the requests for architectural approval and special exception use for the property, with the condition regarding the park fee. It was seconded by Councilwoman Jan Rodusky and unanimously approved. Pinto brought up the matter regarding the definition of civic use in the community, as there had been concerns brought forward by a PortoSol resident at the Planning & Zoning Commission meeting. “I was told there were residents of PortoSol who were under the

impression that this property would never be developed, and whoever told them that didn’t have the right information,” Pinto said. “It is being used for a civic and public purpose for the benefit of citizens in the community.” The council also unanimously approved the preliminary plat and final plat for the Capstone at Royal Palm. And the council further adopted a resolution approving the sale of the 11.93 acres of village-owned property to Hunt Midwest for its development of the land, with a portion being given to Connect Church for the development of parking and drainage facilities for a future church expansion. Hunt Midwest has 18 months to receive its building permits and is set to have the doors open by the end of 2019, at the latest.

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ROYAL PALM THANKS VOLUNTEERS WITH HOLIDAY PARTY AT MADISON GREEN

The Village of Royal Palm Beach hosted a Holiday Party for staff and volunteers on Saturday, Dec. 9 at the Madison Green Country Club. It was a time for good food, fellowship and wishing each other a great holiday season. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Vice Mayor Richard Valuntas, Councilwoman Jan Rodusky, Mayor Fred Pinto, Councilwoman Selena Smith and Councilman Jeff Hmara.

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NEWS BRIEFS St. Peter’s Christmas Cantata

St. Peter’s United Methodist Church will hold a two-night Christmas Cantata at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 16 and Sunday, Dec. 17 in the sanctuary at 12200 W. Forest Hill Blvd. in Wellington. The St. Peter’s Choir will perform “The Song: Proclaiming the Wonder of Christmas” under the direction of Ann Petersen. The presentation contains narration, musicians, characters and familiar carols. The cantata is free and open to the public. For more information, call (561) 793-5712.

LGLA Pot Luck Social Dec. 28

The Loxahatchee Groves Landowners’ Association will meet Thursday, Dec. 28 at 7 p.m. at the Palms West Presbyterian Church at 13689 Okeechobee Blvd. The event for the evening is a pot luck social, so make a food item to bring and share. The LGLA

will provide the appetizers and the soft drinks. There will be a $5 grab bag activity, so if you want to participate, you must bring a wrapped gift. All residents are welcomed to attend and share time with their neighbors. For more information contact Marge Herzog at (561) 818-9114 or marge@herzog.ms.

KCF Breakfast With Santa At Fairgrounds

More than 350 local children battling cancer and their families will be treated to a visit from Santa Claus on Saturday, Dec. 16 at the South Florida Fairgrounds. The Kids Cancer Foundation sponsors this annual event. Thanks to successful toy and gift card drives organized by many local benefactors, including Smoke Inn, Everglades Elementary School, Palm Beach Day School and a number of other generous individuals and organizations, and the continued annual support of the Professional Firefighters and Paramedics of Palm Beach County and the Fraternal Order of

Leatherheads Society (FOOLS), this festive and fun event promises to be a huge success. Families will be treated to a hot breakfast buffet. Everyone will have the opportunity to have their picture taken with Santa, do a special holiday craft sponsored by Home Depot of Royal Palm Beach, decorate gingerbread men, see Santa ride in on a fire truck, and, best of all, enjoy a morning far removed from the doctor’s office and the hospital. In addition, every child will receive a Jared’s Jeweler teddy bear from Santa, and each family whose child is in treatment will be given gift cards and a bag filled with age-appropriate toys and games for all their children. For more information about the Kids Cancer Foundation, visit www.kidscancersf.org or call Michelle O’Boyle at (561) 371-1298.

Lake Wellington Holiday Boat Parade Dec. 16

The Lake Wellington Christmas Holiday Boat Parade will be held Saturday, Dec. 16 with staging

at 6 p.m. behind the Wellington Community Center. Electric only, pontoons, sailboats, jon-boats and kayaks are invited — light ’em up and come join the parade. If you don’t have a boat, bring chairs and coolers to the community center and watch the parade from the lawn. For more info., contact Jack Brownson at jbrownson@ comcast.net.

Refuge To Host Christmas Bird Count For Kids

The Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge will hold its first-ever Christmas Bird Count for Kids on Saturday, Dec. 30 from 9 a.m. to noon. The Christmas Bird Count, which began more than 100 years ago, is one of the oldest wildlife surveys in not only North America, but the world. Kids and families around Palm Beach County will have a chance to become citizen scientists by taking part in this old tradition with a new twist, the Christmas Bird Count for Kids. A binocular boot camp will kick off the event in the visitor center

auditorium, after which kids will divide into teams and head out into the field with volunteer experts to count and record the species of birds they locate. Attendees can bring their own binoculars or borrow some. Teams will meet back at the visitor center after the count for snacks and to tally their results. This event is designed as a way for families to have fun outdoors and learn more about local birds. Kids of all birding abilities are encouraged to participate. Participants should come dressed for spending time outdoors. Children must be accompanied by their parents. Registration is requested but not required. For more information, or to register, contact Veronica Kelly at (561) 735-6020 or Veronica_Kelly@fws.gov. The refuge is located off State Road 7, two miles south of Boynton Beach Blvd.

CAFCI To Host New Year’s Eve Party In RPB

CAFCI will host its annual New Year’s Eve Party on Sunday,

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Legion Auxiliary To Meet Jan. 3

The American Legion Auxiliary Unit #367 of Royal Palm Beach will meet Wednesday, Jan. 3 at 10 a.m. at the Palms West Presbyterian Church (13689 Okeechobee Blvd., Loxahatchee Groves). For more information or directions, call Marge Herzog (561) 7989875.

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RPB Education Panel Hears Of Western Academy’s Successes

By Craig Campbell Town-Crier Staff Report The Royal Palm Beach Education Advisory Board meeting on Monday, Dec. 11 featured a presentation by Western Academy Charter School. Principal Linda Terranova and Assistant Principal Jessica Manriquez were joined by the school’s 71-student chorus, led by Music Director Kelley Hubbard. They sang Christmas carols and other songs for the board and audience. “I don’t know who gets more satisfaction out of watching them sing, their parents, the other audience members or me,” Terranova said. Her presentation started with a mention that the school has been open for 15 years, and student test achievement continues to rise. “We are very proud of our standing, not only in the county but in the state as well. Our scores really speak for themselves,” Terranova said. She said that according to published reports based on state testing scores, Western Academy is the sixth-ranked school in Palm Beach County, the county’s top

charter school, the No. 1 school in the western communities, the county’s best non-magnet school and its top-ranked kindergarten through eighth grade school. Terranova added that Western Academy has the highest percentage of economically disadvantaged students out of the top 10 schools in the rankings. She went on to point out that Western Academy is an “A” rated school by the Florida Department of Education, has been a five-star school since 2010 and is a Project CHILD national demonstration site. Western Academy is now a 2017 School of Excellence, which is an honor granted by the FDOE for all schools in the top 20 percent across the state, Terranova added. The school is focused on community involvement, which includes a commitment to environmental responsibility that has garnered Western Academy a Green School of Excellence honor. When Vice Chair Lynn Balch asked Terranova about expansion plans, she said that none are currently envisioned. “We have 500 students right

now, and we want to stay around 500. That’s a comfortable place for us,” she said. “We want to focus on the students and not grow too, too big, and be worried about all the things you have to do when you have a humongous school. We don’t have plans to expand.” Terranova said Western Academy’s goal for the current school year is to build on the gains and successes it has achieved already. Palm Beach County District 6 School Board Member Marcia Andrews said she was proud of Western Academy’s accomplishments. “I’m thrilled we have a top school from throughout the State of Florida right here in the western communities,” Andrews said. Western Academy Charter School is located in the Royal Plaza shopping center at 650 Royal Palm Beach Blvd. For more information, call (561) 792-4123 or visit www.western academycharter.com. Also at the meeting, Andrew Watt, the Palm Beach County School District’s legislative liaison, provided a report to the board before he travels to Tallahassee

for the upcoming legislative session. He spent most of his time explaining the Hope Scholarship bill, which has cleared a State House committee, but has yet to have a State Senate counterpart. Watt explained that the bill would allow a student’s parent to move their child to another public school — or receive approximately a $7,200 scholarship toward tuition at any private school of their choosing — after a recorded incident of bullying, assault or harassment. The parent would have 15 days in which to take this option after the original public school has addressed the situation. He said it’s a structured taxcredit scholarship with the funds coming from individuals choosing to donate money toward this initiative at a retail purchase, vehicle sale, etc. “I believe this is an opening up of the voucher system, and the elimination of dollars toward traditional public schools,” Watt said. In response to questions from board members, he clarified that the scholarship is only available for students going to a private

school that has a tuition, and not charter schools, which receive state and county funds on a per pupil basis. The board also heard a presentation from school district ESE Specialist Kimberly Doyle, who explained the district’s dyslexia plan. She emphasized that the FDOE does not recognize dyslexia as a distinct disability but, rather, under general learning disabilities. This affects how the district handles students who have dyslexia.

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to do this work in phases, starting with culverts south of Okeechobee Blvd., and competitively bid each phase of work.” Work is anticipated to begin in July 2018 and be completed by the end of August. Yohe said he did not know if $30,000 would cover all the culverts, but they would clean

District Wellness Coordinator Jeannine Rizzo updated the board on the district’s wellness plan, which includes the three components of community, employees and students. Finally, the board decided to schedule the student interviews for the village’s annual student scholarships on April 28 at 8 a.m. The January meeting of the board has been canceled due to schedule conflicts, so the next meeting will not be until February. as many as they could in 2018 and re-budget for the future if necessary. “Many of these are landowner culverts, and landowners did not go out and fill their culverts, so it is a district responsibility, in my opinion,” he said, adding that some of the culverts will have to be examined closely to assure that they are not damaged. “We will also have to notify each of the landowners who own these culverts and get their approval prior to conducting that work,” Yohe said.

34TH ANNUAL WELLINGTON HOLIDAY PARADE BRINGS COMMUNITY CHEER

The 34th annual Wellington Holiday Parade, hosted by the Village of Wellington and the Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce, was held Sunday, Dec. 10. The judged parade was filled with imaginative floats, marching bands, characters, dance troupes and more. The winners were: Decorated Vehicle - Wellington National Golf Club (first) and Way-FM 88.1 (runner-up); Performing Group - Binks Forest Elementary Cheerleaders (first) and NRG Dance (runner-up); Adult Float - Bethesda Health (first) and Retreat at Palm Beach (runner-up); Juvenile Float - Solid Gold Twirlers (first) and Jaguar Athletics Cheer (runner-up); High School Band - Palm Beach Central High School (first) and Park Vista High School (runner-up); Marching Group - Cats Gymnastics (first) and Wellington Wizards PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER Rugby Club (runner-up); and Best In Show - Kem Kids Dance Studio.

Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue Chief Jeff Collins (left) and PBSO Capt. Rolando Silva (right) were honored as grand marshals.

Parade Chair Dennis Witkowski with his family.

Central Palm Beach County Chamber Chair Laura Trosclair and CEO Mary Lou Bedford.

Wellington Mayor Anne Gerwig and State Attorney Dave Aronberg with Cookie.

100-year-old World War II veteran James Zell (left) and 2017 World Series Champion Houston Astros pitcher Brad Peacock (right) were honored during the parade.

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Santa and Mrs. Claus ended the parade, courtesy of the Wellington Rotary Club.

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My Brothers’/Sisters’ Keeper Volunteer Board Raises $15,000 For 100 Glades Families To Go Christmas Shopping At Walmart PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN AND VINNIE PERRIN

The My Brothers’/Sisters’ Keeper board raised $15,000 to sponsor this year’s holiday shopping event for 100 needy families from the Glades area with the assistance of the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office on Thursday, Dec. 7 at the Walmart Supercenter in Royal Palm Beach. Each family received a $150 gift card upon arrival at Walmart to spend on important basic items, such as clothes, food and toys for their holiday shopping. The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office provided two tour buses to pick

up the 100 families selected by PBSO deputies assigned to the Glades and familiar with the residents there. Local resident Jermaine Webb, who worked as Jess Santamaria’s representative in the Glades, also helped select families for the annual event. This was the 11th year that My Brothers’/Sisters’ Keeper Charitable Trust and Jess Santamaria have worked with the PBSO to organize this event. Once again, it was much appreciated and thoroughly enjoyed by both the receivers and the givers!

Brothers and sisters from the Glades arrive.

Jess Santamaria welcomes a Glades shopper.

Lots of toys for the children!

Carolyn served as a Walmart bagger.

PBSO Major Eric Coleman and some MBSK Board Members waiting for their brothers and sisters to arrive from the Glades.

Jermaine volunteers to help sisters from the Glades.

June enjoys helping sisters from the Glades.

Chris, Michelle and Vinnie served as Walmart baggers during the event.

Jess makes sure a Belle Glade sister feels welcome!

“I have what I need.”

“I got what I wanted tonight!”

PBSO Explorers help shoppers return to bus.

Carolyn with a Glades sister.

June, Elaine, Kelley and Carolyn with a Glades sister.

Pastor Rose serves as a Walmart bagger.

A mother and daughter are done shopping.

The first of two busloads arrives at Walmart.

Elaine and Kelley helping a happy shopper.

Pastor Rose assists a Glades sister shop.

Deputy Mitchell was also on the welcoming committee.

“I have what I came here for!”

June volunteers to be a Walmart bagger.

Some of the PBSO Explorers who helped out.

PBSO Explorers also assist Glades shoppers.

A deputy and PBSO Explorers load up the truck.

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My Brothers’/Sisters’ Keeper Volunteer Board Raises $15,000 For 100 Glades Families To Go Christmas Shopping At Walmart PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN AND VINNIE PERRIN

Brothers and sisters from the Glades arrive.

Jess Santamaria welcomes a Glades shopper.

Lots of toys for the children!

Carolyn served as a Walmart bagger.

PBSO Major Eric Coleman and some MBSK Board Members waiting for their brothers and sisters to arrive from the Glades.

Jermaine volunteers to help sisters from the Glades.

June enjoys helping sisters from the Glades.

Chris, Michelle and Vinnie served as Walmart baggers during the event.

Jess makes sure a Belle Glade sister feels welcome!

“I have what I need.”

“I got what I wanted tonight!”

PBSO Explorers help shoppers return to bus.

Carolyn with a Glades sister.

June, Elaine, Kelley and Carolyn with a Glades sister.

Pastor Rose serves as a Walmart bagger.

A mother and daughter are done shopping.

The first of two busloads arrives at Walmart.

Elaine and Kelley helping a happy shopper.

Pastor Rose assists a Glades sister shop.

Deputy Mitchell was also on the welcoming committee.

“I have what I came here for!”

June volunteers to be a Walmart bagger.

Some of the PBSO Explorers who helped out.

PBSO Explorers also assist Glades shoppers.

A deputy and PBSO Explorers load up the truck.

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WELLINGTON BALLET THEATER DANCERS PERFORM ‘NUTCRACKER’ AT WHS

Wellington Ballet Theater presented its production of The Nutcracker last weekend in the Wellington High School auditorium. The event was free of charge, as part of the local nonprofit’s mission to provide free cultural events for the community. However, donations were accepted during intermission. The production features choreography and staging by Melissa Waters, scenic design by Chris Gay and artistic direction by Rocky Duvall. For more information, visit www.wellingtonballettheatre.org. PHOTOS BY JACK LOWENSTEIN/TOWN-CRIER

Josie Chase, Kaylee Quinter as Clara, Mia Cyril, Lilly Simpson-Gay, Josetta Wang and Jocelyn Spellman dance.

Drosselmyer (Desmond Lewis) winds up the harlequin doll (Devan Solomon).

Clara (Kaylee Quinter) is led through the Land of Sweets by the reindeer, the Arabian (Halle Schwartz) and the Sugarplum Fairy (Devan Solomon).

Clara (Kaylee Quinter) places the nutcracker on the stage.

Performing Polichinelles were Savannah Barr, Oliver Chase, Brianna Eddy, Kiana Esparza, Arianna Lang, Brandi Lee, Angela Li, Isabella Main, Savannah Main, Arielle Montpeirouos, Sidney Saltalamacchia, Addison Shopland, Lola Simpson-Gay and Natalia Torano.

The angels rise with the Snow Queen (Halle Schwartz) and the Snow Angel (Lilly Simpson-Gay).

Maci Leitner performs as the ballerina.

Victoria Lay performs as the soldier.

The entire company bows at the close of the performance.

Halle Schwartz as the Snow Queen.

Daniela Braun performs the Spanish Dance.

Victoria Lay, Samantha Garboden and Maci Leitner perform the Dance of the Reed Flutes.

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‘Christmas On The Farm’ Brings Locals To Hydroponics Farm

By Meredith Burow Town-Crier Staff Report Little girls sporting faux holly crowns and little boys munching on homemade caramel corn scurried around vendor booths Saturday, Dec. 9 as bushels of bundled-up locals braved the cold and flocked to “Christmas on the Farm” at You Farm, a newly created hydroponics farm off Seminole Pratt Whitney Road, just north of Southern Blvd. The event, which featured a Christmas concert, hayrides, a bonfire, marshmallows, local art, and a petting zoo with goats, horses, chicks and turkeys, started as a desire for the You Farm family to celebrate Christmas together. “It was simply an event that started as something small to be

able to bring friends and family over with chairs and blankets and do a Christmas service on the farm,” You Farm founder Stefan Horbonis said. The idea quickly grew into a full-blown, community-wide affair. All monetary donations to the farm Saturday night, and in general, go to You Farm’s mission, a nonprofit organization designed to create modern-day farms inside shipping containers through hydroponic farming, and then ship them to developing nations. The event was completely freeof-charge to visitors. “We just came for the fun,” said Jennifer Weaver, a homeschool mother of six. “It’s neat.” The occasion was appealing to

the children as well. Motioning to one of her older daughters, Weaver said, “Someone did not want to come.” She was met with a resounding, “I didn’t know there was a petting zoo!” Weaver was impressed by how inexpensive the handmade art was. “Usually vendors are more expensive, but they’re very reasonable [here],” she said. Christmas on the Farm was also an inexpensive opportunity for new and seasoned vendors to find extra cash and new customers. “The fee wasn’t that much to get in,” said Diane Sousa, who sold ocean-themed, “upcycled” art, such as seashell sun-catchers. This was Sousa’s first time

David Pearson observes Christmas on the Farm from his wife, Laura Pearson’s, vendor booth.

selling her art in any kind of craft fair, having decided to participate after seeing the event listed on Nextdoor, a neighborhood notifications app. Facebook also played a large role in participation, with more than 1,090 Facebook users marking themselves as “interested” in Christmas on the Farm’s Facebook event page, and more than 150 people marking themselves as “going,” the affair was no longer a twinkle in Horbonis’ eye. “God’s now sitting in front of me saying, ‘You can’t think small with me,’” Horbonis said. “’You’ve got to think bigger.’” To learn more about You Farm, visit www.youfarmfresh.com or like them on Facebook at www. facebook.com/youfarmfresh.

Diana Sousa sets up shop in preparation to sell her ocean-themed goods.

Rebecca, 13, Susanna, 11, and Josias, 9, decorate Christmas cookies at one of the vendor tents.

PHOTOS BY MEREDITH BUROW/TOWN-CRIER

Sierra, 6, gingerly holds a chick at You Farm’s Christmas on the Farm petting zoo.

ST. RITA’S FOREVER YOUNG GROUP HOSTS CHRISTMAS PARTY AT MAYACOO

The Forever Young Group at St. Rita Catholic Church in Wellington held a Christmas party Friday, Dec. 8 at the Mayacoo Lakes Country Club. The group consists of parishioners who are 55 years and older. They play bingo every Thursday and organize trips on a regular basis. For more info., call (561) 793-8544. PHOTOS BY CRAIG CAMPBELL/TOWN-CRIER

Andrew and Joan Iadaresta, Tom and Mae Loglisci, Tony and Mary Alfalla, Susie Bark, Mary Rowe and Eileen Kuhmel.

Forever Young board members Bernard Spinelli, Kay Hughstad, Jan Bouchard, Joan Bastian, Diana Iannuzzi, Joanne DeBole, Helen Fasnacht, Jackie Spinelli, Maryann Boomhower, Sandra Anderson, Jerry Springer and Peggy Caliendo.

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SAM ROMAN KICKS OFF CAMPAIGN FOR ROYAL PALM COUNCIL

Sam Roman held a campaign kickoff event on Thursday, Nov. 30 as part of his bid for Royal Palm Beach Village Council, Seat 3. The event was held at Hilary’s Restaurant in the Royal Plaza shopping center. The election will be held March 13, 2018.

Tara and Sam Roman with Carolyn and Councilman Jeff Hmara. Dr. Ginnie Sayre and Quasi Modo with the bronze scultpures.

Lox Dog Immortalized In Bronze Sculptures

Quasi Modo, named in 2015 as “World’s Ugliest Dog,” has now been immortalized in bronze. Owned by Michael Carroll and his wife, Dr. Ginnie Sayre, of Loxahatchee Groves, Quasi will now live on forever. They commissioned Todd Frahm of Stone Cloud Studio in Asheville, N.C., to spent five days at their ranch last summer

sculpting a life-size clay model of Quasi’s unique physique. Eric Velleca, a former neighbor whose metal forging shop is near Stone Cloud Studio in Asheville, delivered the sculptures on Dec. 4. The finished bronze sculptures are nearly life-like, even down to Quasi’s collar. Each casting is about 80 pounds — more than double Quasi’s actual weight of 35 lbs.

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Richard Osmer Receives Awards From FAA

On Nov. 15, Richard “Dick” Osmer, a former longtime resident of Wellington, received two awards from the Federal Aviation Administration. Osmer received the Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award, which is the most prestigious award the FAA issues to pilots. This award is named after the Wright brothers to recognize individuals who have exhibited professionalism, skill and aviation expertise for at least 50 years while piloting aircraft as master pilots. Osmer also received the Charles Taylor Master Mechanic Award, which is named in honor of the

first aviation mechanic in powered flight. The award recognizes the lifetime accomplishments of senior mechanics. Taylor served as the Wright brothers’ mechanic and is credited with designing and building the engine for their first successful aircraft. Only 4,400 pilots across the country have received the Master Pilot award, and only 2,400 mechanics have received the Master Mechanics award. Osmer began his flying career in 1958. He graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in 1956 with an A&P Certification off of the GI Bill. He has more than

4,500 pilot hours. Osmer holds a commercial license in aircraft certification single-engine land and multi-engine land and rotocraft helicopter. He has his mechanics certification license in airframe and power plant. He was a crop duster in Belle Glade, Loxahatchee and Pahokee from 1965-78. He worked at Pratt & Whitney as an assistant engineer from 1978 until his retirement in 1997. Osmer and his wife Judy, along with their children Tracy, Lisa and Richard, lived in Wellington from 1978 to 1997. They now reside in Spruce Creek Fly-in in Port Orange.

Richard Osmer with his awards.

School District Honors Terri Priore For Volunteer Work

For more than 30 years, Margaret Strachan has been making Christmas a little better for the neediest children in Pahokee. Strachan, along with help from her family and fellow church members, has been supplying gifts for hundreds of youth in her community, and Bowen Realty has been a big supporter of her efforts. “We were able to fill a pickup truck with gifts at our holiday party, and I am proud of all those who supported this effort,” Broker Darell Bowen said. For more information, or to make a donation, call Bowen Realty at (561) 429-2070 or Margaret Strachan at (561) 924-5946.

The School District of Palm Beach County recently honored Terri Priore of Wellington as this year’s Outstanding Adult Volunteer. Priore has volunteered in five different schools in Palm Beach County. Her service began in 2000 at Binks Forest Elementary School, where she served for 14 years as a room mom, volunteered in the media center and as a chaperone, and also served on the PTA board as secretary, vice president and treasurer. She also served on various committees, such as School Advisory Council, parade

float, book fair, Meet the Masters Program and more. She was the Five Star School Coordinator for 13 years and a founding member of the carnival, holiday hut and phantom fundraiser committees that created the framework for these now-annual events that raise more than $40,000 a year. Priore also volunteered at the Bak Middle School of the Arts for three years, helping with the annual haunted house and gift wrapping fundraisers, along with strings concerts. At Wellington Landings Middle School, she served as PTSO treasurer for three years and

served on dance committees and the carnival committee. Additionally, she was the Five Star School Award coordinator for four years. At Emerald Cove Middle School, Priore was the PTSA treasurer for three years and Five Star School Award coordinator for two years. She also served on the fundraising committee, SAC and more. At Palm Beach Central High School, Priore has volunteered helping in Student Services and with quarterly blood drives for four years. She has been a SAC member for five years. She has been the Project Graduation Spon-

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New Horizons Awarded Farm Bureau Grant EMERALD COVE BOOK A grant from the Florida Farm Bureau will support a special learning experience for a group of students at New Horizons Elementary School. The grant has been awarded for the 2017-18 academic year under Farm Bureau’s statewide, competitive Agriculture in the Classroom program. Second-grade teachers Edie Tetrault and Lourdes Palmer, along with kindergarten teachers Betty Baez and Erin Santiago, earned the funding by submitting a successful application for the grant. The second-graders and kindergarten students will collaborate in planting an organic garden. The students will learn about proper eating habits and nutrition. This will include all areas of the curriculum: reading, writing, science and math. They will learn the value of healthy eating, and how it effects

our bodies and lifestyles. Students will cultivate the plants and study their growth and development. Also, students will incorporate STEM activities during the process of learning. The students will be planting different fruits and vegetables, as well as understanding the purpose of bees, pollination and the lifecycle of a butterfly. Students at New Horizons are excited for this awesome opportunity and learning experience. Farm Bureau mini-grants are offered annually. The grants are intended to help promote a better understanding of contemporary agriculture among students and teachers. The Florida Farm Bureau has awarded mini-grants totaling more than $20,000 to teachers across the state for the 2017-18 academic year. For more information about

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Seven SRHS Students Earn AICE Diplomas

Seven Hawk seniors received diplomas recently from the UK’s University of Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education program, indicating a successful completion of a concentration of college-level courses during their high school years. Congratulations to Dana Bryan, Ashley De La Cruz, Alyssa Dominguez, Zachary Entinger, Mathew Gairala, Zachary Vera and Georgia Williams. Debaters Shine in Fairfax — The SRHS speech and debate

team traveled to Fairfax, Va., last week to compete in the nation’s largest high school tournament, held at George Mason University. Hawk juniors Jonathan Alvarez and Zachary Kameka competed in Public Forum debate, advancing to the triple octos — the top 48 teams out of about 180. Last year, these two debate students set that goal for themselves, and their hard work paid off. In addition, Gustavo Chaux competed in Dramatic Performance events, breaking to quarterfinals — the top

28 out of 130 — in only his second tournament. Wrestlers Begin Season — The Hawk wrestling season began recently with a 10-team tournament at Jensen Beach High School, where nine SRHS wrestlers competed in eight weight classes, winning 37 of 66 matches and with three wrestlers undefeated. Congrats to Mitchell Clark (160 pounds, 9-0) and heavyweights Nelson Sutton (5-0) and Clayton Trujillo (4-0). Other notable performances came from Devon

McMinns (195 pounds) and Micah Trujillo (152 pounds), who both went 6-3. Students of the Week — The Students of the Week program recognizes Hawks, nominated by staff, for their academic excellence, behavior and assistance with campus events. Congratulations to the Students of the Week for December 4-8: Anthony Iannone (grade 9), Magali Nicho (grade 10), Anthony Bowie (grade 11) and Joshua Herrmance (grade 12).

RPB’s Western Academy Charter School Participates In Candy Wrapper Collection

As part of Western Academy Charter School’s Go Green initiatives, the school participated in a Candy Wrapper Collection from mid-October through the end of November as part of a school contest by the Loggerhead Marine Center. The school collected 34.66 pounds of candy wrappers and is one of the top three schools in the contest. “I am thankful to all of our parents, students, staff and teachers for collecting the wrappers and packaging. We are teaching our students about green initiatives and are proud of their efforts and environmental stewardship. We are very excited to have our own sea turtle,” Principal Linda Terranova said.

The Loggerhead Marine Center partnered with TerraCycle and sent all candy wrappers and packaging collected to be re-purposed into new supplies. Western Academy Charter School is the proud recipient of FAU/Pine Jog Environmental Education Center’s Green School of Excellence recognition and takes pride in making the world a greener place. The school has also been recognized as a 2017 Green School of Excellence by the School District of Palm Beach County.

Students, families and faculty members from Emerald Cove Middle School enjoyed a highly successful book fair at the Wellington Barnes & Noble store on Saturday, Dec. 2. The jazz band, led by Krystal Romano, entertained the shoppers with several beautiful selections, and Kim Kovac’s art club students provided a creative face painting station for children and teens. Heather Evrley’s National Junior Honor Society students assisted with shopping, gift wrapping (shown above) and cookie decorating. Proceeds will provide books and materials for the media center and classrooms.

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Acreage Pines Academic Games Students Place Third

Fourth and fifth grade members of the Academic Games team at Acreage Pines Elementary School recently wrapped up the language arts season with a third-place district win. Academic Games Leagues of America is a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing “thinking kids” of character, excellence and integrity. Students who excel academically have a chance to compete and be rewarded for their accomplishments. Academic Games tournaments challenge students to use higher-order thinking skills in the subjects of language arts, social studies and mathematics. Players receive recognition

(Right) Western Academy students stand with Principal Linda Terranova with the collected candy wrappers.

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Forget everything I told you last week about my five-year-old grandson Skippy making it onto Santa’s “nice” list. He’s off it. In one fell swoop, Skippy took a year’s worth of good behavior and threw it away. So did his three-year-old sister, Tess. Here’s what happened: My daughter Jen bought a new house, a house located behind the house she’s in now. The goal is to install a greenhouse in the yard, thus allowing her to expand her micro-green business, and to rent out the house itself. However, while the house is being spruced up, she’s using it as a guest house for holiday visitors. Last week, it was her in-laws. And when these “other” grandparents returned home,

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The Sonic BOOMER they hid a huge pile of presents in a bedroom of the house, many clearly marked “To Skippy” or “To Tess.” Eventually, the presents were to make their way over to the main house. But people are busy. Not everything gets done in a timely manner. And yester-

day, because there was work to do at the new place, the family headed over there. Things started out well — the kids watched TV while their parents worked in the garage — but kids get bored. They began chasing each other and, inevitably, stumbled upon the hidden trove of gifts. The children skidded to a halt. They looked at each other with joy and amazement. They saw the tags — Skippy has been reading for some time now and Tess is able to identify her own name — and had a decision to make. Skippy heroically fought an internal battle with his conscience, but Tess dove right in, giddily tearing the paper from one of her boxes. Skippy was aghast. “Tess!”

“But it’s for me! Here, open one of yours!” It was the Garden of Eden all over again, and the temptation was simply too much to bear. Skippy opened his gifts, too. Excited, elated and children being children, they then happily danced into the garage to show off their new watches and pajamas. Here follows the series of texts I got from my daughter: Jen: “Both kids have to write ‘sorry’ letters to Santa because they opened Christmas presents today when no one was looking. Tess is not remorseful in the least. Skippy is about to die from fear.” Me: “But the presents weren’t from Santa.”

Jen: “But he is always watching. The letters are a last-ditch effort to stay off the naughty list.” Me: “Awww. Poor little guys.” Jen: “Yeah. They felt so awful about it that, when we got home, they ran off to their room with six bottles of nail polish and now one set of new jammies is pink on the front. I smelled the polish — too late — and ran in there to find Skippy sitting in front of a fan, trying to dry the polish.” Me: “What did he say?” Jen: “He told me he wanted some ‘alone time.’ He did not get any.” I guess remorsefulness and fear are fleeting for children. I just hope Santa realizes that.

‘Lady Bird’ Quite A Charming Flick, But It Truly Lacks Any Point

I went to see the new movie Lady Bird after noting that it was a rarity on the Rotten Tomatoes web site. It scored a perfect 100 percent rating from critics all across North America. At first I thought it was about Lady Bird Johnson, our former first lady. But, no, it’s all about the coming of age of a young woman in Sacramento in 2002. It does have a lot of charm, but it really never goes anywhere. Christine MacPherson (Saoirse Ronan) calls herself Lady Bird for no reason that is ever given. It might be a passive/ aggressive blow against her mother or it might be her own feelings or it might come from the old poem, “Lady Bird, fly away,” since her one real desire is to get out of Sacramento and go to college on the East Coast. Since she does not have very good grades, it looks like a long shot. Added to the challenge are her family’s financial problems.

‘I’ On CULTURE By Leonard Wechsler The film looks at Lady Bird’s final year in high school. She battles constantly with her mother, Marion (Laurie Metcalf), who is tough, particularly when it comes to spending. Her father, Larry (Tracy Letts), loses his job, which only exacerbates the situation. The problem is further complicated by her family’s adoption of two children, one of whom, Miguel (Jordan Rodrigues), winds up competing against his adoptive father, successfully, for a new job. As a result, Marion constantly baits

Lady Bird about her lack of effort and downplays her daughter’s dreams of getting out of the area. The family literally lives on the wrong side of the tracks, and Lady Bird dreams of moving up. At her Catholic high school, where some of the best bits in the movie play out, she is a bit of an oddball, having out with her best friend Julie (Beanie Feldstein). She joins the drama club to win extra bits for college and starts dating. Her first boyfriend Danny (Lucas Hedges) seems perfect: He’s sweet, very respectful and very well-off. She soon finds out that he is not the boy for her and turns to the school’s really good-looking bad boy Kyle (Timothée Chalamet) who is more giving but who shatters a lot of her perceptions. But the real focus is on her desire to get out. She has to go behind her mother’s back to get the financial aid forms ready and makes a waiting list for an unnamed

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New York college. Her father, a longtime alcoholic with a depression program, provides her main support. First-time filmmaker Greta Gerwig, who both wrote and directed the film, has described it as semi-autobiographical. A lot of the film rings very true, and Gerwig wisely does not turn the Catholic school experience into a horror. The priests and nuns are remarkably supporting. Sister Sarah Joan (Lois Smith) is a delight as she proctors a school dance, separating the clinging young bodies with the phrase, “Leave six inches for the Holy Ghost,” and she is great after being the victim of one of Lady Bird’s pranks. The problem is that the movie seems to go nowhere. It is all charm with no real point. Lady Bird’s year is not all that interesting, although there are a few high points. I really liked the scenes at the prom. But there are all sorts of loose ends and hanging threads. The family is poor

but adopted two children. A priest seems to have a problem but, after describing it, is just gone from the film. There are characters who seem to come and go with no real point to them. Ronan is really good, not surprising for a young actress already twice nominated for Oscars. Metcalf is even better as her mother. Even as she stomps on her daughter’s aspirations, you can see how she hates doing it. Letts was good, and so was everyone else in the cast. The problem is that in the season when a lot of top movies, ones heading for the Oscars, are coming out, this one simply goes nowhere. This is why those cumulative ratings are not always helpful: This is a nice little film but nothing terribly special. The acting is great, but there is no real drama. As a break from all the big movies, this one can be a nice little treat. You will enjoy it but not be enthralled.

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SANTA CLAUS VISITS WITH PEDIATRIC PATIENTS AT PALMS WEST HOSPITAL

On Tuesday, Dec. 12, Santa Claus paid a special visit to the patients and staff at Palms West Hospital. Courtesy of the Believe in Santa foundation, Santa visited every child’s room distributing gifts, taking photos and delivering smiles. Believe in Santa a local, nonprofit organization that works hard throughout the year collecting donations of toys and gift cards to help children in need. For more info., visit www.believeinsanta.com.

Santa Claus visits with Aryana Velez.

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continued from page 1 through the Kids Cancer Foundation. The managers of each store took their team of employees out for a day of shopping to purchase gifts from the adopted family’s wish list. “We hope to be able to make this holiday season an unforgettable one for both our staff and the families,” said Lois Marino, director of community engagement for Hoffman’s Chocolates. Emma, and her family, joined other families with children battling cancer at the event, where Santa gave each child a Christmas present and everyone enjoyed chocolate, confections and ice cream. “I am so thankful for the Kids Cancer Foundation and all they have done for my girls,” Ashley said. Ashley added that Emma is facing another two years of che-

PZA Board

Horse Appeal Denied

continued from page 1 lington permitted horses to live in Paddock Park I up until 2002, which is when the Equestrian Preserve Area (EPA) and Equestrian Overlay Zoning District (EOZD) were created and added to village’s comprehensive plan. “There has been no change through an ordinance that’s in place,” Kurtz said. “There has

Bellissimo

Victory In Court

continued from page 1 of 21 specific questions posed to the jury, rejected the arguments presented by the Jacobs family and Solar Sportsystems. The judge still has to make some legal rulings that will affect the final judgment, Bellissimo said, but the jury’s findings of fact on the 21 issues provide the foundation for the judge’s final rulings. The lawsuit sought to have the Equestrian Village site torn down in its entirety and to have the property restored to only polo fields. In addition, the plaintiffs sought a declaration that would put the Equestrian Village property under the governance of the Palm Beach Polo & Country Club Property Owners’ Association (POA) and to prevent future commercial and

Polo Plans

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continued from page 1 to build anything. We’re not asking to construct anything. We’re asking simply to allow open, green-space property to be used for open, green-space activities, including field sports and equine sports,” Domb said. “And, we’re asking for access, and that’s all that we’re asking for tonight.” Attorney Neil Schiller represented the Palm Beach Polo Property Owners’ Association, which opposed the entire master plan amendment. Schiller noted two active liens that total more than $21,000. He said that Wellington would be rewarding bad behavior to grant the applicant his requests while liens are still active. Schiller touched on the authority that the village has regarding some of the ingress/egress requests made. “Polo Club Drive is a private road,” Schiller said. “The village can’t grant access over a private road. It’s private property.” Michele Mellgren of the Mellgren Planning Group also represented the opposition to the master plan request alongside Schiller.

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Emma LaPaglia receives the $9,200 check from the Admirals Cove Foundation.

motherapy, and she goes to the hospital every 10 days to receive her treatments. “I cannot say enough about the wonderful people at the Children’s Hospital at Palms West. Dr. Melissa Singer [her pediatric hematology oncologist] along with Patty, Maryann and Michelle [nurses in the pediatric infusion unit] — all of them have been absolutely amazing. It’s incredible what they do for us, getting us anything we need from blankets to food,” she said. Emma has been upbeat and positive as she faces a yearslong battle with leukemia, along with dealing with family’s other struggles. When she was told of her diagnosis, she turned to a room full of doctors, nurses and family and said, “I don’t know why all of you look so sad. I know I am going to be fine.” Rebecca Divine, executive director of the Admirals Cove Foundation, wanted the focus to be on the kids and their families. “Thank you for spotlighting Emma and her family,” Divine said.

O’Boyle, however, gave kudos to Admirals Cove. “It is because of organizations like the Admirals Cove Foundation that the Kids Cancer Foundation is able to help make the journey battling childhood cancer a little easier for young patients, like Emma, and their families,” she said.

The money will allow Ashley to give her children a permanent place to call home, and the presents will allow them to experience the magic of the holiday season, although in a much deeper way than most children will ever experience. “It’s a horrible thing that hap-

pened, but we have seen the good in people,” Ashley said. “We have absolute strangers doing these incredible things for us.” It was touching to see Emma and her sisters playing with their toys like any other kid while knowing she is facing the toughest battle of her young life.

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been no change that staff or the village has pointed to.” The change he was referring to is a specific law that clearly reversed allowing horses in Paddock Park I. Basehart’s response to the appeal was grounded in the fact that both Palm Beach County and Wellington were improperly interpreting their codes and regulations prior to 2002. He also emphasized that Palm Beach County and Wellington are the government entities that regulate the property. “Zoning is a police power that cannot be delegated, so the plat

and covenants do not supersede the village’s regulation,” Basehart said. He also pointed out that any property owner in Paddock Park I who was boarding horses prior to 2002 could continue to do so as long as the equestrian presence was uninterrupted. When the EPA and the EZOD were created in 2002, Paddock Park I was specifically left out of the boundaries at the request of the majority of its residents. Its sister development, Paddock Park Phase 2, was included in the preserve and allows equestrian uses. Furthermore, as noted in the

staff report, the Wellington Village Council considered a petition initiated by several property owners in 2009 to allow equestrian use and structures in Paddock Park I. However, the council declined, based on overwhelming opposition by residents of the Paddock Park I community. Basehart testified that he found no record of a permit for that property other than the house and driveway. He also provided chronological aerial photographs of the property that showed no evidence of a stable being present on the property prior to February 2016.

Furthermore, he noted, the property had been owned by Wells Fargo bank for eleven months after a foreclosure, prior to Jacobs purchasing the property. Therefore, it was proof that any prior equestrian presence had been interrupted, Basehart said. The discussion was also centered on the fact that Palm Beach County animal control ordinances call for providing a shelter for any animals housed on the property, and for horses, this means stable stalls, which are permanent structures that require permits to be built. Planning & Zoning Manager

David Flinchum also testified about conversations he had with Jacobs’ mother, Marysue Jacobs, where he informed her — both before and after Jacobs purchased the property — that it was not zoned to have horses living there. “You have not heard anything that contradicts Mr. Basehart’s original opinion, and that is clear, rational and logical,” current Village Attorney Laurie Cohen told the board. After Kurtz and Cohen completed their presentations, cross examinations and closing statements, the board voted unanimously to deny the appeal.

retail development of the property, Bellissimo explained. The plaintiffs argued that the POA has a development plan that locked the land into being only polo fields forever with infrequent use, and that the Equestrian Village project unreasonably impaired that scheme of development. The jury returned a verdict finding that Equestrian Village is not an impairment to the POA’s scheme of development, Bellissimo said. The plaintiffs also sought to block any future commercial and retail development on the Equestrian Village property, including a hotel, claiming that such uses would be contrary to the scheme of development of the POA. Testimony was given at trial, however, that the Polo Club had a 180-unit hotel resort program, which ran until shortly after developer Glenn Straub bought the club’s assets through a bankruptcy sale in 1993, Bellissimo noted.

The jury returned a verdict finding that the plan, announced by Wellington Equestrian Partners in 2011 for the development of Equestrian Village, which included a hotel, was not an impairment to the scheme of development of the POA. In 2012, Wellington Equestrian Partners withdrew the plans for construction of a hotel, and the property has been operating exclusively as a horse show venue ever since. The jury also found that construction of any future hotel is speculative and contingent at this point. A hotel would require a series of zoning changes and other land development approvals by the Village of Wellington, Bellissimo said. Although it was a party in the case, Solar Sportsystems did not show up to trial to testify about the claims it had alleged throughout the years of litigation. At the close of the plaintiffs’ case, prior

to the jury deliberations, the court dismissed the claims brought by Solar Sportsystems due to its failure to be present at trial to testify as needed, Bellissimo said. He also pointed out that the plaintiffs also claimed that the Equestrian Village property was within the jurisdiction of the POA despite the fact that the property, since at least 1995, has not been subject to assessments, notices or voting rights of the POA. In fact, Bellissimo said, in 1995, amended bylaws for the POA were recorded that removed the Equestrian Village land from POA governance. The jury found that the plaintiffs were on notice or should have known that the 1995 amendments to the bylaws intended to remove the Equestrian Village land from the POA, Bellissimo said. The court also granted a directed verdict motion in favor of the Wellington Equestrian Partners entities, prior to the jury’s deliber-

ations, finding that the validity of the 1995 amended bylaws cannot be challenged. The Jacobs family has been challenging, and in litigation with, Wellington Equestrian Partners since 2006. Until 2007, members of the Jacobs family were major shareholders of Stadium Jumping, that company that operated the Winter Equestrian Festival before it was taken over by Wellington Equestrian Partners and Equestrian Sport Productions. Bellissimo asserted that the more successful the Winter Equestrian Festival and Wellington’s equestrian economy has become, the more aggressive members of the Jacobs family have become to disrupt that success. In recent years, despite a non-compete tied to the 2007 settlement, the Jacobs family, in collaboration with Stadium Jumping’s Michael Morrissey, began applying for competitive shows in Wellington,

which is contrary to the terms of the agreement, Bellissimo said. His company sued for breach of contract. As a defense, the Jacobs family countered with an antitrust suit. At trial, Wellington Equestrian Partners argued that the real reason for the Jacobs family’s lawsuit was not to preserve polo fields but instead was to prevent the success of, and to interfere with, Wellington Equestrian Partners’ business under the guise of preservation, Bellissimo said. With the long lawsuit behind them, Bellissimo said that Wellington Equestrian Partners is committed to Wellington’s prosperous future. “I look forward to working with the Wellington Village Council to implement a strategy that returns Wellington to a leadership position as one of the world’s premier equestrian lifestyle destinations,” he said.

She said the requests before the council contradicted the adopted comprehensive plan and land development regulations. “The applicant, through an amendment to the master plan, proposes to introduce a whole new category of uses, but you don’t know what those specific uses are,” Mellgren said. The opposing sides found different definitions for the meaning of “field sports.” Domb listed baseball, bocce ball, croquet, football, field hockey, lacrosse, lawn bowling, lawn tennis, softball, soccer, touch football, volleyball and t-ball as the types of activities that would be allowed with the approval of “open space recreation/ golf course/field sports and equine sports.” Mellgren warned that other uses could also fall under the broad category. “This category of field sports also includes, for example, skeet shooting, archery, paintball, arrow tag, BMX racing, laser tag and drone racing,” Mellgren said during her presentation. “Under this category of field sports, there is nothing preventing this owner from aggregating these uses of field sports and establishing an extreme sports park.” The ambiguity of types of activities proved to be a point that stuck

out to the council when they began to have their discussion regarding the master plan request. Public comments were high in number at the meeting. The room was filled to capacity with residents who opposed the amendment request. Councilman Michael Drahos said all residents in the village deserve due process, having the right to come before the council to petition for a right to use their property. However, he also said he believes his role as a public servant is to preserve the safety, security, tranquility and value of the residents’ properties. “The only logical conclusion is an outright rejection of this application from page one to the very last page,” Drahos said. “I haven’t heard a single bit of evidence here that would justify what has been asked of this council by the applicant.” Each member of the council spoke against the proposal. Drahos made a motion to reject the master plan amendment application, seconded by Councilman Michael Napoleone, passing unanimously. Next up was Polo West, where Straub wished to amend the Wellington PUD Master Plan to add an access point on Greenview Shores

Blvd. and alter the designation of the golf course to “Open Space – Recreation/Golf Course/Field Sports & Equine Sports.” The Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board recommended the denial of the entire proposed master plan amendment for Polo West when it heard the request. There are already equestrian activities that take place at Polo West. When Straub became owner of the course, he converted the eastern 9-hole portion of the golf course to three polo fields and constructed a multi-purpose arena south of the clubhouse. The driving range along the west side of Greenview Cove Drive was also converted to a leveled grass field. A nine-hole course remains, along with a clubhouse and restaurant. Similar to the soccer league run on parts of the proposed Pod 81 at Palm Beach Polo, the equine sports currently have been allowed through special use permits granted by the village. The proposed access point at Greenview Shores Blvd. would have been concurrent with the entrance for Wellington High School, which raised safety concerns. Prior to the meeting, the Polo West request to designate the land for “field sports” was removed by the applicant, while “equine

sports” remained as part of the request. Domb presented on behalf of Polo West. He agreed with the removal of field sports and detailed the reasons to allow for equine sports and events. “We do believe that keeping nine holes and keeping the other portion of it for equestrian-related events in that area, in that part of town, is a good thing, not a bad thing,” Domb said. “It’s consistent with the visioning. It’s consistent with all of those things that were discussed as it relates what to do with a dead golf course. My client acquired the dead golf course, and he rebuilt it and enhanced it and put it out there. And, again, as an 18-hole golf course, it was not survivable, so we’ve cut back and added equestrian events. It has become somewhat more viable, and except for the soccer experience, I think that the overall experience at Polo West has been a good one.” Attorney Matthew Pisciotta represented the Polo West Estates Homeowners’ Association, which opposed the master plan amendment in its entirety. He argued that the community was designated to have a golf course and there is no expectation that the property could be used for any other activity. “The landowner’s application

is incomplete,” Pisciotta said. “It either states that the plan that has been submitted has no impacts because they haven’t given enough information to assess whether there are any impacts, or that the impacts will be evaluated as part of some later development program, which is also unspecified. The intent of the code is to apply specific criteria… to evaluate master plan amendments.” Mellgren also presented on behalf of the HOA. “You have unknown types of equestrian uses,” Mellgren said. “It will not protect or preserve the residential character. Again, because you don’t know the extent of it, you don’t know the frequency of it, and you don’t know the intensity of it.” Napoleone found issue with the remarks by the applicant and his supporters that golf is a dying sport in general. “The whole premise is flawed. You can’t premise your application because golf is dying if you killed the golf course. That’s my major flaw with this,” Napoleone said. The council members, in general, found that the Polo West proposal was vague. Drahos made a motion to reject the Polo West master plan amendment, seconded by Napoleone, passing unanimously.

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WELLINGTON’S WINTERFEST EVENT WITH VANILLA ICE A SMASHING SUCCESS

The Wellington Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Village of Wellington, hosted Wellington Winterfest at Wellington Amphitheater on Friday, Dec. 8. Headline performer Vanilla Ice joined local singers, dance performers, exhibitors, vendors, a blizzard beach with snow, zip lining, obstacle courses and more at the holiday-themed event. The collection of new, unwrapped toys for Little Smiles was done in partnership with KVJ Show. PHOTOS BY JACK LOWENSTEIN/TOWN-CRIER

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The weather and setting were picture-perfect for the Anne Gribbons clinic held the weekend of Dec. 2-3 at IDA (International Dressage Academy) Farm in Wellington’s Little Ranches. More than 60 auditors sat around the covered arena where Gribbons worked with the riders. Ellen Rosenberg’s Column, Page 21

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Wellington Girls Defeat Rival Sem Ridge 59-25

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Anne Gribbons Dressage Clinic At IDA Farm A Success

The weather and setting were pictureperfect for the Anne Gribbons clinic held the weekend of Dec. 2-3 at IDA (International Dressage Academy) Farm in Wellington’s Little Ranches neighborhood. The blue sky sported puffy clouds, and a delightful breeze underscored the 80 temps. More than 60 auditors sat around the covered arena where Gribbons worked with the riders, seven each day, who entered the arena as the previous rider finished. A native of Sweden, Anne was a member of the USET PSG-Intermediaries squad at the North American Championships in 1985, the World Championships in 1986, and the Pan Am Games silver medal team in 1995. Among other honors, she served on the FEI Dressage Committee from 2010 to 2013 and was North American representative to the FEI World Cup Committee from 1994 to 1997. A licensed USEF Senior judge and an FEI 5* judge, she has officiated at numerous CDIs, Olympic and Pan Am trials. In 2013, she was inducted into the USDF Hall of Fame. Carolyn Goff on Dolce was Saturday’s first rider. Anne guided the pair through a series of zig-zags at the half pass as a way to improve their balance, ending the 45-minute session, as always, by asking Carolyn if she had any questions. After the ride, Carolyn, who boards at Get updates all week long... follow Ellen Rosenberg on Twitter at twitter.com/Horse TalkFL.

Tales From The Trails By Ellen Rosenberg IDA and trains daily with Holger Bechtloff, reflected on the experience. “Anne’s a renowned clinician and international judge,” she said. “I’ve heard her name for years and years. I was honored when she purchased my last horse. Today’s ride was fun and exciting. Dolce managed the change in routine well. I was pleased with what we accomplished. The knowledge and insight I gained will improve my riding.” There were some things that surprised her about the experience. “Anne sees all, the strong and weak points. I was surprised she worked more on my position than anything,” Carolyn said. “One thing we’ll definitely work on is downward transitions, which have to be more crisp and clear. Dolce has to respond faster. I’m giving her too much time. Anne helped me refresh some of my riding goals. I’m excited to get back to work with Holger and show him what I learned. There’s a lot to process.” Auditor Gilda Amster of Wellington boards at IDA. “I love watching clinics,” she said. “You gain a lot of insight, especially from

Heather Boo on Timmy after her clinic ride with Anne Gribbons (standing). someone like Anne. Hearing things in different As they progressed to the canter, they, too, ways helps me understand it better. I’m going tried zig-zags. “Much better. He stayed with to try being more accurate in how I ask, and you. The horse always has to think with you. more fluid in my transitions.” He cannot focus on other things. The balance Anne next worked with Heather Boo, rid- and tempo must be steady and the same, so it ing her gelding Divertimento, whom she calls looks easy. Don’t continue if it changes, if you Timmy. “He doesn’t understand balance,” lose that feeling. Fix it immediately,” Anne Anne advised, watching them trot. “You have said. “When the rider stops riding, it confuses to help him. Be very clear.” See ROSENBERG, page 27

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Legal Aid Services Will Assist Senior Veterans

Palm Beach County’s senior veterans now have a new advocate to help them receive the benefits to which they are entitled, and have access to basic estate planning services so that they can have the peace of mind knowing their financial and medical affairs are in order. Through a grant from the Retirement Research Foundation, the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County now offers free legal advice, consultation and representation to veterans over age 65 in Palm Beach County in three main areas: Benefit Advocacy — This ensures that elderly veterans have access to the care, benefits and support earned by their military service, specifically assisting senior wartime veterans, eligible survivors and women’s auxiliary service members with applying for aid and assistance, housebound services and pensions. Justice Advocacy — This offers representation in the administrative process and challenging wrongful denials of federal and state benefits in order to seek remedies for those who unjustly received other-than-honorable military discharges. Estate Planning & Guardianship

Advocacy — This provides veterans and their families with access to simple estate and financial planning in matters such as wills and advanced directives so that they do not pass away without these essential legal and financial documents in place. “We are excited to begin serving the legal needs of senior veterans to honor the service they have provided to our country,” said Bob Bertisch, Legal Aid’s executive director. “With the support of the Retirement Research Foundation and partners in the Palm Beach County social services network, we are helping our county’s senior veterans to access the services and benefits related to their military service that will enable them to maximize their opportunity for financial stability and self-sufficiency.” Local veterans age 65 and older can call the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County’s Veterans Advocacy Project toll free at (800) 403-9353, ext. 366. The Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, founded in 1949, is a private nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free legal services to disadvantaged children, families, elders and individuals living in the county.

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Darell Bowen Of Bowen Realty Honored By Realtors Association

Darell Bowen, broker owner of Bowen Realty, was recently recognized as Broker of the Year for Large Offices 2017. The Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches and Greater Fort Lauderdale acknowledged Bowen for his contribution to the profession, the association, the image of Realtors and to the community at large. With six offices and more than 180 agents, Bowen has demonstrated that not only can a broker be successful in business, but can also excel while dedicating themselves to the Realtor Association and the community they serve. Richard Rylott, a Realtor at Bowen Realty’s Port St. Lucie office, was also presented with the Rising Star Award for 2017. This award is given to a member of the Association who has joined within the past three years and is based on their participation in Realtor meetings, committees, functions and events. “Richard has grown tremendously in his business and participation, and I am so pleased to have him as part of the team, and I look forward to his continued success,” said John Slivon, Realtor and manager of Bowen’s Port St. Lucie office.

Realtors John Slivon, Darell Bowen and Richard Rylott. Slivon also serves as the president of the Realtors Association this year. The Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches and Greater Fort Lauderdale is the third-largest Realtor association in the country with more than 30,000 members, stretching

from Fort Pierce to Fort Lauderdale. Bowen Realty has offices in Wellington, West Palm Beach, Royal Palm Beach, Boynton Beach, Port St. Lucie and Delray Beach. To learn more, visit www.darellbowenrealty. com.

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Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League Seeks Volunteers

The Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League is looking for volunteers. Volunteers play an important role at Peggy Adams, and each task performed makes a significant contribution to the health and welfare of the animals. With more than 1,050 animals currently under the league’s care, there are many volunteer roles available to improve the quality of life for all of the dogs, cats, kittens and puppies while they wait for their new forever homes.

On campus volunteer opportunities include duties in the areas of adoptions, animal behavior and training, call center representatives, client services assistants, community cat support, foster administrative roles, medical services support, Peggy’s Pantry, retail, recruitment/ presentations and shelter support. Peggy Adams has a very successful foster program that aims to help as many animals as possible by providing temporary homes for them. Some animals are newborns,

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pregnant or nursing, sick, injured, under socialized or animals that do not enjoy the shelter environment. For those interested in becoming a foster volunteer, here is a list of important information to consider: • A foster volunteer provides a temporary home for dogs and/or cats until they are ready for adoption. • The league will provide all of the supplies you will need to care for the foster animal. • Foster volunteers must be at least 17 years old (or 10 to 17 to participate in the iFoster Program with parental/guardian consent) and have an adult in the household who will be the primary caregiver. Caregivers must be able to separate the foster animal(s) from their own animal(s) for 14 days, since many foster pets have limited immunity. All dogs must be kept on a leash or supervised in an enclosed area when outside. Cats and kittens must be kept inside at all times. The Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League gives student community service hours for fostering. “By offering your time and talent, you will improve the quality of life for our animals while they wait for their new forever homes,” said Rich Anderson, executive director/CEO of the Peggy Adams Animal Rescue

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Wellington Girls Defeat District Rival Sem Ridge 59-25

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington High School girls basketball team hosted district rival Seminole Ridge High School on Thursday, Dec. 7 and defeated the Hawks 59-25. With the win, the Wolverines improved to 6-2 on the season. The Hawks fell to 1-3. The Wolverines jumped out to a 12-1 lead early in the first period,

thanks, in part, to a couple of threepoint baskets from Jill Duncan and Camryn Debose. The Hawks attempted to claw back, closing the margin slightly. The first period ended at 19-5. By the final whistle of the first half, the Wolverines commanded a 31-12 lead. Credit goes to the defense, which helped carry Wellington into the locker room with

Wellington’s Alaysha Iwais looks for an opening down the court.

aggressive play on rebounds, and by creating several turnovers. Seminole Ridge came into the second half ready for a rally, occasionally narrowing the gap, but the Hawk defense had difficulty stopping the speed of the Wolverine offensive counterattacks.

Wellington continued to pressure the boards and shot accurately from the outside any time Seminole Ridge sealed off the lanes to the inside. “I think we’re doing a good job of being mature and finding each other,” Wellington coach Randy Soto said. Wellington reliably found the net

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in the fourth period to put the game out of reach for the Hawks, and finally notched the 59-25 district win. The victory helps the Wolverines’ chances in getting a higher seed for the post-season, which will be hosted by Seminole Ridge. “We’re See GIRLS HOOPS, page 27

Wellington’s Sydney Jones goes up for two points while Hawk Aneeshae Cason tries to block. PHOTOS BY GENE NARDI/TOWN-CRIER

Wellington Boys Rout West Boca To Stay Unbeaten

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington High School boys basketball team routed West Boca High School 75-43 on Tuesday, Dec. 5 at home in a non-district game. The four-time district champions dominated the Bulls, nearly scoring at will. With the win, Wellington

Wellington’s Bryan Williams goes up for two points from under the boards.

remained unbeaten at 3-0 early in the season. Wellington wasted little time at the start. Guard Bryan Williams dropped in two points within a couple of seconds of the first whistle. The Wolverines continued to press the action, taking a 27-12 lead by the end of the first period.

Wellington coach Matt Colin seized the opportunity to introduce his second lineup to get them some experience. “They’ve got to improve, because we only scored two points in the fourth quarter,” he said after the game. Wellington’s defense was relentless on the Bulls, limiting them

Wellington’s Cornelius Butler moves down the outside around the West Boca defense.

to just 20 points in the first half. The Wolverines had racked up 55 points before the end of the first half, with Williams sinking dual three-pointers. The second half started with similar momentum for the Wolverines, adding another 18 points to take a 73-27 lead, while holding West Boca

Texan Moulton goes up for a dunk for the Wolverines.

to single digits in the third period. “I think we’re improving, but obviously some things we’ve got to correct,” Colin said. “Defensively, I think we need to do a better job of rotating, but I like the way we’re rebounding.” The Wolverines continued to roSee WOLVERINES, page 27

Jonathan Philistin scores two points for Wellington. PHOTOS BY GENE NARDI/TOWN-CRIER

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The Wellington Wrestling club traveled recently to Somerset Academy in Pembroke Pines. Individual champions were Aaron Sandlofer (JV 138) and Lilliana Ferns (Novice 90). Wrestlers bringing home silver medals were Tyler Gray (Intermediate 70), Tucker Gray (Bantam 60), Jordan Sparler (JV 182), James Marvel (JV 120), Sam Marvel (Novice 90) and Ryan King (JV 106). Aiden Sandlofer (Bantam

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continued from page 21 the horse. Ride each movement to the end. Always think ahead to the next movement. Your horse is wonderful, soft, willing.” In the passage, Anne tweaked Heather’s position. “Lean back. Sit on your butt, like a man. When you lean forward, he hollows out his back,” she said. “Keep your upper body perpendicular, sit still in the complete center of the horse. There, he just said, ‘Oh, she’s getting it.’ Super! Walk and praise him.”

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continued from page 25 tate some of the younger players into play with a running clock, due to the heavy advantage. In the fourth period, West Boca outscored Wellington 16-2, but the Wolverines had put the game far out of reach for the Bulls. Wellington did enough in the second half to secure the 75-43 victory. Wellington continues its quest to return to the state finals, which the Wolverines won in 2015. They made

it as far as the semifinals last season, where they fell 52-50 to eventual Class 9A state champion Osceola. Williams totaled 16 points on the night with the two three-point baskets, and Linton Brown had 15 points, one three-point basket and was four-for-four at the free-throw line. “They share the ball; they do a good job of that,” Colin added. “They’re an unselfish group.” The Wolverines defeated district foe John I. Leonard High School 72-54 on Friday, Dec. 8 to go 4-0 on the season. Wellington continued district play against Palm Beach

Afterward, Heather was thrilled with her experience. She keeps Timmy, a 15-year-old Westphalian, at home in Three Bays Farm in Deer Run. “I bought him last January,” she said, patting the tall bay. “I know our weaknesses, and Anne absolutely saw them. You can’t hide anything from her. I was excited to have her eyes on us, digging into our issues. I’m overwhelmed at having the opportunity to ride in a clinic with such a highly respected international judge.” She felt the experience was very useful. “She had some helpful advice,” Heather said. “As soon as I corrected my position, I felt the difference.

Timmy’s the most wonderful horse, a real collaborator. He’s always looking to do the right thing. We have a great relationship. At home, we just hang out. He’s my buddy, the reason I open my eyes every morning. The first thing I think of is Timmy.” Sophie Ghedin of Wellington also audited. “Anne’s great,” she said. “She breaks down every movement so you understand it better. She goes back to the basics. I like how calm and specific she is. Watching a clinic with her is mind-blowing. I’m going to try the canter zig-zags with my horse.” During the lunch break, riders and auditors enjoyed the provided lunch

at tables set among the vendors’ displays. “One important point I want them to remember is that horses learn from praise and repetition,” Anne said. “You must give the horse a break immediately after he does something well, so he’ll look forward to that. Punishment or roughness only adds tension and fear.” She was quite pleased with the event. “This was my first clinic at IDA. It has been fun and beautifully organized,” Anne said. “The riders are very competent and clear-headed. The horses are exceptional, but each has something which can improve.

I like to help the riders with those weaker areas so they go away having learned something.” Clinic organizers Randee Leoni and Renee Isler also thought the clinic had gone well. “We hope to have Anne back again next year,” Renee said. “We’d also like to host more events like this in the future. This venue is perfect. We have 25 acres, two covered arenas and three outdoor ones, with lots of room for dressage and jumping. We’re also considering holding some schooling shows during the season. IDA is a friendly, convenient venue.” For more information about IDA Farm, visit www.idafarm.com.

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continued from page 25 locking down and able to control the game a little better,” Soto said. “We did a good job of controlling the boards, but we have to stay disciplined and focused.” Wellington was on the road to face district foe Palm Beach Gardens High School on Monday, coming away with a 51-46 win. Seminole Ridge defeated John I. Leonard High School 40-35 at home.

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Wellington’s Camryn Debose looks for an opening.

Wellington’s Nicholas Toledo is fouled by the West Boca defense. PHOTO BY GENE NARDI/TOWN-CRIER

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provided. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Teen Wii U Gaming & More for ages 12 to 17 on Saturday, Dec. 16 at 3 p.m. Meet your friends for some Wii gaming and tabletop games. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Lake Wellington Christmas Holiday Boat Parade will take place Saturday Dec. 16, with staging at 6 p.m. behind the Wellington Community Center. Contact Jack Brownson at jbrownson@comcast.net for more info. • Join Neil Diamond tribute singer “Neil Zirconia: The Ultimate Faux Diamond” for a mix of favorite holiday music, starting at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 16 at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Food trucks will be available on site for food and beverage purchases. A number of children’s characters will also be on hand for photo opportunities, plus a visit by Santa Claus. Attendees should bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating. Visit www.wellingtonfl. gov/events for more information. Sunday, Dec. 17 • Wellington is now accepting team registrations for its Men’s “D” Division Softball League, lower and upper divisions. The deadline to sign up a team is Sunday, Dec. 17, or as the league fills. Games begin Jan. 9 and are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at Village Park (11700 Pierson Road). For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/athletics or contact Jill Denoff at (561) 791-4786 or jdenoff@wellingtonfl.gov. • The sixth annual Wellington Holiday Jingle Bell Run 5K returns to Village Park (11700 Pierson Road) on Sunday, Dec. 17. The race begins at 7 a.m., and participants are encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy to be donated to families in the Wellington community as part of the annual Hometown Holiday Toy Drive. All participants will be provided with jingle bells to wear prior to the start of the race. For more details, and registration information, visit www.active.com. • Audubon of the Everglades will hold a car pool bird walk at Stormwater Treatment Area-1E in Wellington on Sunday, Dec. 17 from 7:30 a.m. to noon. Visit www.auduboneverglades.org for more info. • The Royal Palm Beach Green Market & Bazaar will be at Veterans Park on Sunday, Dec. 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visit www.rpbgreenmarket. com for more info. • The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach will present The Ten Tenors: Our Holiday Wish on Sunday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. Join Australia’s charismatic rock stars of opera as they ring in the holidays with resounding festive favorites. Visit www.kravis.org for more info. Monday, Dec. 18 • The Society of the Four Arts in Palm Beach will host Preschool Story Time: Deck the Halls for ages 4 and under on Monday, Dec. 18 at 10:30 a.m. There is no charge, and reservations are not necessary. Call (561) 655-2776 or visit www.fourarts.org for more info.

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• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Club Pokémon for ages 6 to 12 on Tuesday, Dec. 19 at 6:30 p.m. Bring your DS or Pokémon cards to show off, battle, trade or try your hand at Pokémon bingo or a Pokécraft. Call (561) 6814100 for more info. Tuesday, Dec. 19 • The Western Business Alliance will hold its monthly Breakfast at Mel’s Bistro on Tuesday, Dec. 19 at 8 a.m. For more information, visit www. thewesternbusinessalliance.com. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Art for Adults: Open Studio for ages 16 and up on Tuesday, Dec. 19 at 2 p.m. Practice your skills and get guidance on how to finish bringing your vision to life in this open studio. Bring an unfinished project or start a new one. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Consumer Reports Online for Free on Tuesday, Dec. 19 at 3 p.m. Need help with your holiday shopping? Not sure which advanced automobile safety system, personal assistant device or wearable tech to choose? The business librarian will show you how to access Consumer Reports for free by using your library card. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Book Parade: The Wimpy Kid Edition for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, Dec. 19 at 3 p.m. Want more Wimpy Kid? Make a craft and find out what to read next. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Flagler Museum’s Holiday Evening Tours will be offered Tuesday, Dec. 19 through Saturday, Dec. 23. Advance ticket purchase is required. For more info., call (561) 655-2833 or visit www.flaglermuseum.us. • The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach will present Steve Solomon’s My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish & I’m in Therapy from Tuesday, Dec. 19 through Saturday, Dec. 23. Visit www.kravis.org for more info. Wednesday, Dec. 20 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Holiday Card Making for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, Dec. 20 at 3 p.m. ’Tis the season to create festive greeting cards to share with family and friends. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Playful Toddlers & Tykes for children under 4 on Wednesday, Dec. 20 at 3:30 p.m. Do your kids love toddler and baby toys? Join in a session of social playtime for the little ones. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Teen Takeover for ages 12 to 17 on Wednesday, Dec. 20 at 6 p.m. Enjoy Wii games, board games and more. Bring a friend or make new ones. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host its Coloring Club for ages 16 and up on Wednesday, Dec. 20 at 6:30 p.m. Color for fun and relaxation with other coloring enthusiasts.

The Town-Crier Coloring pages and materials will be provided, or bring your own coloring book. Call (561) 6814100 to pre-register. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Writers Reading Open Mic for ages 18 and up on Wednesday, Dec. 20 at 6:30 p.m. Writers are invited to share their work in this open mic event or come just to listen. Preferred reading length of no more than five minutes or 750 words and of a family-friendly subject matter. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • Congregation L’Dor Va-Dor (3475 W. Woolbright Road, Suite 19, Boynton Beach) will hold its Rabbi Sam Silver Controversial Issues Series on Wednesday, Dec. 20 at 7 p.m. The topic will be, “Should Jews rescue Jesus from identity theft and reclaim him as one of our own?” For more info., call (561) 968-0688 or visit www.ldorvador.org. Thursday, Dec. 21 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Lego Bricks for ages 5 to 12 on Thursday, Dec. 21 at 3 p.m. Play, imagine and create with Lego bricks. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Wellington Amphitheater will hold a concert featuring the Whitestone Band, with a food truck invasion, on Thursday, Dec. 21 at 5 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info. • The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach will present the Canadian Brass Holiday featuring Joel Bacon on organ on Thursday, Dec. 21 at 8 p.m. Visit www.kravis.org for more info. Friday, Dec. 22 • The Christmas Wonderland Holiday Spectacular will be at the Kravis Center’s Alexander W. Dreyfoos Jr. Concert Hall on Friday, Dec. 22 at 8 p.m. For more information, visit www.kravis.org. Saturday, Dec. 23 • A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage will be at the Kravis Center’s Alexander W. Dreyfoos Jr. Concert Hall on Saturday, Dec. 23 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. For more information, visit www. kravis.org. Wednesday, Dec. 27 • Forbidden Broadway will be at the Kravis Center’s Marshall E. Rinker Sr. Playhouse from Wednesday, Dec. 27 through Sunday, Dec. 31. For more information, visit www.kravis.org. Thursday, Dec. 28 • Miami City Ballet will present George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker at the Kravis Center’s Alexander W. Dreyfoos Jr. Concert Hall from Thursday, Dec. 28 through Saturday, Dec. 30. For more information, visit www.kravis.org. Sunday, Dec. 31 • The 2018 high-goal season will open on Sunday, Dec. 31 with Herbie Pennell Cup Final at the International Polo Club Palm Beach. Polo matches are open to the public, with a wide range of hospitality and guest seating options. For more info., visit www.internationalpoloclub.com. Send calendar items to: The Town-Crier, 12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 33, Wellington, FL 33414 or e-mail news@gotowncrier.com.

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EMPLOYMENT MAKE $2000 A WEEK— Sales exp a plus, great networking skills, valid drivers license. Mature and or retired candidates are encouraged to apply. Join our team call Mark 561-352-0298. CHILDCARE TEACHER ASSISTANT — Looking for teacher assistant, experience preferred please. Hours are (8 a.m. - 2 p.m. ) or (2 p.m. - 6 p.m. ) This facility is located in Western Communities. Call (561) 793-5860 S E C R E TA RY F O R S M A L L A C COUNTING OFFICE — heavy phones, client contact, filing, preparing documents. Must know Word. Excel a plus. Please fax resume to: (561)333-2680. LEGAL SECRETARY/PARALEGAL-MATURE — part to full time for solo practitioner, small office, heavy phones, client contact, scheduling, preparing documents, etc. Must be experienced. Timeslips, ProDocs, Word Perfect or Word. Probate, estate planning, guardianship and Medicaid planning. Please fax resume to (561)333-2680. References required. HELP WANTED — LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED HAIRSTYLISTS — to join us at Modern Touch Hair Salon! Please call Valerie at 795-8937 or 313-8763.

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JOHN C. HUNTON AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION, INC.—Service & new installation FPL independent participating contractor. Lic. CAC 057272 Ins. “We are proud supporters of the Seminole Ridge Hawks” 561-798-3225. Family Owned & Operated since 1996. Credit Cards Accepted

ROBERT G. HARTMANN ROOFING — Specializing in repairs. Free estimates, Bonded,insured. Lic. #CCC 058317 Ph: 561-790-0763.

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EMPLOYMENT WANTED I CARE! — Seeking year-round live-in position, day or night. Homemaker, Licensed CNA/Caregiver, Companion, Gourmet Cook, Personal Assistant. Level II background check. Decade of experience. PB excellent references. Juliette, 561806-8006 - caringsoul301@gmail.com HOME HEALTH AIDE AVAILABLE — Experienced Home Health Aide seeks new position. Flexible hours, full time or part time, day or night. I am a Licensed CNA who has worked as a home health aide and also as a nanny. I have many years of experience taking care of the elderly at home. Price negotiable, references provided upon request. Call Pat at (561) 294-1423. SEEKING POSITION: Companion to elderly person, non-medical position, college educated. Please call 561324-5807ed. Please call 561-324-5807

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CLEANING - HOME/OFFICE WE CLEAN OFFICES & PRIVATE HOMES — Licensed & Insured. Call for an estimate and to schedule your apartment. Discount for Central Palm Beach County Chamber members and to all new clients for first cleaning. 561-385-8243 Lic. #2012-25277 CLEANING LADY — I can help get your house cleaner than ever! Try me once and you will not be disappointed! 561-657-0420 Patrycja

DRIVEWAY REPAIR D R I V E W AY S — F r e e e s t i m a t e s A & M ASPHALT SEAL COATING commercial and residential. Patching potholes, striping, repair existing asphalt & save money all work guaranteed. Lic.& Ins. 100045062 561-667-7716

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR SINGER ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING, INC. — Electrical work you can trust at an affordable price, Fully Licensed and Insured. EC#13007941 561-425-5409

HOME IMPROVEMENTS ANMAR CO.— James’ All Around Handyman Service. Excellent craftsman Old time values. Once you’ve had me! You’ll have me back! Lic. Ins. Certified Residential Contractor CRC1327426 561-248-8528

PAINTING J&B PRESSURE CLEANING & PAINTING, INC. — Established 1984. All types of pressure cleaning, roofs, houses, driveways, patios etc. Commercial & Residential. Interior & Exterior painting. Certified -pressure cleaning & painting contractor. Lic. #U21552 Call Butch 309-6975 or visit our website at www.jbpressurecleaningandpainting.com JOHN PERGOLIZZI PAINTING INC. — Interior/Exterior - Repaint specialist, pressure cleaning, popcorn ceiling, drywall repair & roof painting. Family owned/owner operator. Free Est. 798-4964 Lic. #U18473

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ROOFING REPAIRS RE-ROOFING ALL TYPES — Pinewood Construction, Inc. Honest and reliable. Serving Palm Beach County for over 20 years. Call Mike 561-309-0134 Lic. Ins. Bonded. CGC-023773 RC-0067207 NEIL O’NEAL JR. ROOFING — Roofing & Reroofing. Family owned and operated. Residential/Commercial. Wood Replacement, Roof Coatings, Solar Vents, Skylights & Roof Ventilation. 561-656-4945 Lic. & Insured CCC1330208.Free Estimates

SCREENING JOHN’S SCREEN REPAIR SERVICE — Pool & patio re-screening. Stay tight,wrinkle-free,guaranteed! CRC1329708 call us 798-3132. www.poolscreenrepair.com

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The Town-Crier Newspaper and Wellington The Magazine seek a well-rounded editorial staff member for writing and editing work on our community publications serving central Palm Beach County. Government writing experience a plus. Experience in page design a plus. Interested? Send your resume and writing samples to palmswestnews@gmail.com.

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AQUATIC SPRINKLER, LLC — Complete repair of all types of systems. Owner Operated. Michael 561-964-6004Lic.#U17871 Bonded & Ins. Serving the Western Communities Since 1990

TREE SERVICE TREES TRIMMED AND REMOVED — 561-798-0412 D.M. YOUNG TREE SERVICE. Family Owned & Operated Lic. & Insured 1992-12121 Visit our website at dmyoungtreeservice.com

WALLPAPERING PAPERHANGING BY DEBI — Professional Installation,Removal. Repair of Paper. Neat, Clean & Reliable. Quality work with a woman’s touch. 30 years experience. No Job too big or too small. Lic. & Ins. References available. 561-795-5263

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE FOR RENT - ROYAL PALM BEACH 55+ COMMUNITY 1 bedroom, 1 1/2 Bath — 1st floor apartment, partially furnished. $850 per month. 1st and security. Call 561309-2284

FOR SALE - WELLINGTON SPACIOUS LIVING IN SPANISH STYLE COURTYARD HOUSE ON CUL-DE-SAC — in prestigious Wycliffe Golf & Country Club. Split bedroom floor plan, 4 bd. 4 ba. overlooking courtyard/pool with view of lake/ golf course. $425,000.00 Sold as is. Seller motivated. Wendy G. Perlman 561-818-3398 wgperlman@gmail.com

LOXAHATCHEE GROVES RESIDENTIAL/LAND/FARMS — Not just another Agent, "I'm your Neighbor!" — Full service Realtor, Phillis M. Maniglia, P.A. 561460-8257 Saddle Trails Realty, Inc.

LOTS FOR SALE LOT AT 12368 87th St. — easy access to Coconut and Northlake, soil test available. $95,000. Halina Sledz, Broker, Ameron Realty, Call/Text 561-596-9727

LAND FOR SALE AGRICULTURE LAND FOR SALE — 15 to 20 acres, West Delray, close to 441 and turnpike. AGRICULTURE. Pat Hastings Realty, Inc. 561-718-8513 LAND FOR SALE — 3 Commercial lots for a total of 2.75 acres directly on Route 20, beautiful newly paved 4 lane road from Palatka to Gainsville 34 K each parcel; 5 Acres Cue Lake Hills 29K; 20 Acres in Garden Lake, Just off Route 301 South Hawthorne - north of Ocala 140K. Owner Financing and great terms - contact Linda and Stuart Freund. 561-333-9933/ Listed with Tamour Kahn.

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