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INSIDE Student Seeks Toy Donations For Palms West Children’s Hospital Local high school student Hannah Goin is asking for the community’s help in supporting a toy drive for children at Palms West Hospital. The toy drive is underway, and people have until July 25 to participate. Page 4
Westlake Grants A Six-Month Extension For FPU Gas Pipeline
Wellington and Royal Palm Beach celebrated the Fourth of July holiday with festivities at Village Park in Wellington and Commons Park in Royal Palm Beach on Thursday, July 4. (Above) Face-paint artist Maureen Dibble puts the finishing touches on Bailee Keene at the Wellington celebration. (Left inset) Lisa Goss and Michael Cummings celebrate in Royal Palm Beach. MORE ROYAL PALM PHOTOS, PAGE 9 MORE WELLINGTON PHOTOS, PAGE 11
The Westlake City Council on Monday, July 8 granted Florida Public Utilities a six-month time extension to run a gas pipe on an easement shared with Florida Power & Light along the M-2 Canal connecting to Westlake, and eventually the Arden community to the west. Page 4
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Wellington Council Approves TRIM Rate Of 2.48 Mills
Nursing Home Hosts An Independence Day Party
Royal Palm Beach Health and Rehabilitation held an Independence Day celebration on Saturday, July 6 with music, dancing and raffles. Hot dogs, burgers and chicken were grilled and served with fruit, chips and beverages. Page 13
Quarterback Peyton Mainolfi Has High Expectations For RPBHS
If anyone is ready for high school football this fall, it is Royal Palm Beach High School quarterback Peyton Mainolfi. The 6-foot-4, 220-pound junior was thrown into the starring role under center for the Wildcats his freshman year and has watched his first two seasons unfold without a victory. Page 17 DEPARTMENT INDEX NEWS...............................3 - 16 NEWS BRIEFS......................... 7 PEOPLE................................... 8 COLUMNS............................. 14 BUSINESS............................. 15 CALENDAR............................ 16 SPORTS..........................17 - 18 CLASSIFIEDS................ 19 - 20 Visit Us On The Web At WWW.GOTOWNCRIER.COM
By Gina M. Capone Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Village Council voted Tuesday, July 9 to set its TRIM (Truth in Millage) rate at 2.48 mills, which would keep the village’s property tax rate unchanged from last year’s adopted budget. Director of Administrative & Financial Services Tanya Quickel presented the preliminary TRIM rate adoption and recommended keeping the rate the same at 2.48 mills. “We are proposing no change to the ad valorem millage rate from this year,” she told the council. The rate is based on an estimated total taxable value of $8.69 billion, up 4.4 percent from last
year. This means that at the same rate, Wellington will be taking in some additional revenues. The rollback rate is 2.40 mills — that is the rate Wellington would need to set to keep property tax revenues unchanged. “The rollback rate is the rate necessary to generate the same amount of revenue as the property valuation included in the prior year, plus revenue on new construction,” Quickel explained. Due to increasing costs, such as budgetary items tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which measures the rate of inflation, village staff did not recommend using the rollback rate. According to the preliminary budget overview for fiscal year
2019-20, Florida per capita income growth is a key metric to determine the allowable millage rate increases under TRIM rules. Rates are projected to stabilize or decline in the future, with growth rates between 2.4 to 3.1 percent per year. The council also set its drainage and solid waste assessments for next year. “We recommend no change in the Acme Improvement District non-ad-valorem assessments, but that it remains at $230 per unit,” Quickel said. “The solid waste assessments will also see no change.” Solid waste assessments will stay at $135 per curbside unit and See WELL TRIM, page 4
Wellington Unveils $106 Million Draft Budget Proposal
By Gina M. Capone Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Village Council took a preliminary look at the village’s proposed $106.2 million budget for fiscal year 2019-20 on Tuesday, July 9. The proposed budget is up $9.3 million from the current year’s approved budget of $96.8 million. The increase is due largely to planned utility capital improvements funded by the budget and the associated debt service of $1.7 million. Increases can also be found in operating costs for facility and park maintenance, building permitting and roadway maintenance. Tuesday’s meeting included a preliminary look at the budget, which will be discussed and amended over the next two months and will include formal public hearings in September. The council did approve the village’s TRIM (Truth in Millage) tax rate of 2.48 mills, which is the same as last year’s adopted tax rate. The council can decide to lower that rate over the next two months but cannot raise it. According to the preliminary budget overview, the annual budget is the result of the development, implementation and evaluation of a plan for Wellington’s village services and capital assets. The budget serves as a management tool by measuring actual performance against budget standards, focusing attention on future operations and plans, and improving communications of village goals, objectives and plans. The budget identifies shortterm and long-term activities and drives the assignment of resources to municipal activities and the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), explained Director of Administrative & Financial Services Tanya Quickel, who presented the preliminary budget to the council on Tuesday. “We are here to present the preliminary proposed budget and the TRIM overview,” Quickel
said. “Wellington’s budget process starts with the five fundamentals. These are neighborhood renaissance, economic development, protecting our investment, responsive government and respecting the environment.” All projects in the budget are aligned with these five fundamental goals, she said. The “neighborhood renaissance” objective is to create and encourage renewal, prosperity and stabilization of property values, while keeping residents engaged. The “economic development” objective promotes business education and enhances the standard of living. “Protecting our investment” focuses on maintaining and improving longterm resources, while enhancing safety and addressing emergency needs. “Responsive government,” meanwhile, ensures that local government is responsive to the public and pursues policies that are accountable to its stakeholders. Lastly, “respecting the environment” develops processes aimed to provide affordable, clean, energysaving alternatives for today’s residences and businesses. It continues to look for ways to minimize the environmental impact of operations and seeks to continually improve environmental management efforts, with the goal of reducing Wellington’s ecological footprint. The budget process begins with the village fundamentals and council priorities, according to Quickel’s report. The levels of service and budget initiatives are identified that provide the basis for departmental business plans. “Then we consider the goals like alternative transportation, business focus, financial planning and stability, inclusionary government, infrastructure and facility maintenance, planning for sustainability, quality of life, and staff retention and training,” Quickel explained. She noted that the budget does include an increase in spending. “The total proposed budget is See WELL BUDGET, page 7
FISHING ON THE FOURTH
Lox Council Sets Maximum Tax Rate And Assessments
By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Loxahatchee Groves Town Council on Tuesday, July 9 approved budget resolutions holding the property tax rate unchanged at 3.0 mills and assessments at $200 per unit. The council also set the preliminary assessment rate for curbside garbage, recycling and yard trash pickup at $450 per unit for the fiscal year beginning Oct. 1, although it has a request for proposals out to be opened and reviewed at the end of this month for a new solid waste contractor. Assistant Town Manager Francine Ramaglia said staff recommended that the town remain at last year’s rates. “When we set the preliminary TRIM [Truth in Millage] rates, we’re setting them at the highest rate that they go,” she said. “We
can lower them as we get through more refinement in the budget process.” The county’s certified taxable value of town property increased 7.78 percent. “That put us ahead of the average in Palm Beach County,” Ramaglia said. “That’s good news. Our taxable value right now is $337 million, and if we stay at the same millage rate as we’re suggesting to set for TRIM, that would increase our revenues by $50,000 in the upcoming fiscal year.” The rollback tax rate that would keep revenues the same would be 2.82 mills. Ramaglia pointed out that previous councils had kept the millage rate steady despite some tight years during the recession. “The trend in the last couple of years has been to start increasing that rate, but even at 3.0 mills, it’s
among the lowest in the county,” Ramaglia said. Florida statutes govern the assessment rates for roads and drainage, which the town took over when the Loxahatchee Groves Water Control District became a dependent district to the town. “We’re also recommending to stay at last year’s rate of $200 per unit, and there are about 7,800 units,” Ramaglia said. “If there are any significant changes, we’ll let you know, but at that $200 rate, our revenues would stay at about $1.5 million.” Staff recommended staying at the $450 annual rate for solid waste pickup. “There are several reasons, aside from the RFP being out on the street,” Ramaglia said, explaining that the RFP is asking for creative solutions to lower that rate. “Quite See LOX BUDGET, page 4
The annual Ed Singleton Memorial Family Fishing Tournament, hosted by the Royal Palm Bassmasters and the Village of Royal Palm Beach, was held Thursday, July 4 at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park. Shown above are Andre Manning Sr., Andre Manning Jr. with his catch and sister Vanessa Manning. STORY & MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 5 PHOTO BY GINA M. CAPONE/TOWN-CRIER
RPB Summer Camp Hosts 22 Ecuadoran Students
By M. Dennis Taylor Town-Crier Staff Report The Royal Palm Beach Parks & Recreation Department’s summer camp is in high gear, and this two-week session features a contingent of 22 students visiting from Ecuador who have joined the ranks of some 400 campers who will participate over the eight-week summer program. “They flew in from Ecuador to El Salvador to West Palm Beach on Sunday night, and this is their first week,” Camp Director Shawn Och said. Och explained that next week, the visiting campers finish up their time in Royal Palm Beach, and their visit culminates with a trip to Orlando for a weekend at the Walt
Disney World theme parks. “They come here to experience summer camp in America,” he explained. That experience is a busy one in Royal Palm Beach, with campers dividing into 10 groups and each group taking a field trip every day. “The camp has been conducted 30-plus years,” Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation Mike Mikolaichik said. “We have approximately 400 camp participants throughout the summer. The camp has been extremely successful and has grown in participation over the past several years.” Mikolaichik said that the goal of the camp is to provide a safe place for local youth during the summer. “Our summer camp provides local children the opportunity to
participate in a safe, engaging and fun environment while developing their social and physical skills,” Mikolaichik said. “Some of the daily activities include bowling, swimming, art classes, participation in a variety of sports and performing in a talent show. Campers also enjoy field trips to Calypso Bay, Dubois Park, the pool, the movies, Urban Air, local parks and more.” The Ecuadoran connection began close to a decade ago when exploratory discussions began and about 20 students started coming the next year, although they skipped some years when the program had less than 20 youth interested. They are all from a See CAMPERS, page 16
Campers From Ecuador — The 22 campers from Quito, Ecuador are currently attending camp in Royal Palm Beach as part of a two-week stay. The annual program has been going on for nearly 10 years.
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Loxahatchee Groves Holds First Holiday Parade And Picnic
By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Town of Loxahatchee Groves held its first ever Independence Day parade and picnic on Saturday, July 6, with coffee and donuts beforehand and a picnic afterward at Loxahatchee Groves Park at East Citrus Drive and E Road. The parade had several dozen entries with decorated backhoes, tractors towing wagons, horses, ATVs driven by Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office deputies, Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue and Florida Division of Forestry wildland firefighters, beginning and ending at the park. The event culminated in a picnic lunch at a park pavilion with hamburgers, hot dogs, sno-cones and other treats for participants and spectators, with live entertainment by local singer and guitarist Tom Blake. Mayor Robert Shorr had suggested that the town have its own local parade, and the Loxahatchee
Groves Town Council agreed, funding more than $3,000 for parade expenses, with the council serving as the parade committee. “I grew up in Greenacres in the 1960s and 1970s, and I rode my bike in the parade,” Shorr said. “I was 10 years old. Those smalltown memories, a parade, the Fourth of July, riding my bike in it — I thought it would be nice doing something like that for the kids in our town. We had a lot of kids participate, so it was really nice.” Shorr said the goal was to get residents involved, although it was on somewhat short notice. “Next year, it’s going to be quite a bit bigger,” Shorr said. “It was a lot of fun.” Councilwoman Laura Danowski noted that it was the first parade sponsored by the town, although the Loxahatchee Groves Landowners’ Association has hosted at least two previous parades, one being a celebration of the town’s incorporation. In the parade, Danowski drove
a tractor draped with red, white and blue bunting, equipped with a front-end loader that she uses primarily for grading her horse ring and maintaining her farm. “I am over-the-moon happy with how everything turned out,” Danowski said. “There are a couple of things that we can definitely do better next time. I was also happy with how many people came to the park afterward.” Danowski gave credit to longtime resident and town legislative consultant Mary McNicholas for help with details, including preparation of the food table with the assistance of LGLA Vice President Virginia Standish. “[McNicholas] was a volunteer and did everything from food shopping to pricing some of the handouts,” she said. “She was a great big help.” Danowski said she would like the next event to be in October, with a fall theme that does not conflict with other holiday events in the area.
Councilwoman Lisa El-Ramey, owner of Oak Hammock Farm, rode her horse Harold in the parade with riders Erica Bayes and Kaycee Schneider. “I think, for the first time and such short notice, it was wellreceived, and it was an enthusiastic crowd,” El-Ramey said. LGLA President Marge Herzog enjoyed the first town-sponsored parade, and she hopes to see more of them. The parade route was along Citrus east to F Road, north to 60th Court North, west to E Road and back south to the park. “I recommended that they do it within our road-controlled boundaries because on Okeechobee [Blvd.], you’ve got to jump through hoops to get the county to let you use it,” Herzog said. “Then you’ve got to have the sheriff’s office involved with closures of roads and diverting traffic. We did it Loxahatchee-style. I thought it was very good.” Awards were given to several
entries. Best Equestrian went to Oak Hammock Farm, Best Float was given to Good Earth Farm, Best Business went to Accurate
Farms, Best Golf Cart was given to Big Dog Ranch Rescue and Best Tractor went to “Captain America” Thomas Schweizer.
Erica Bayes, Kaycee Schneider and Lisa El-Ramey.
“Captain America” Thomas Schweizer with Layla Jenkins and Emma Whillans.
John and Betty Ann Dunsky with Robert and Fran Shorr.
Virginia Standish and Mary McNicholas prepare food.
Nancy Fried of the Good Earth Farm.
Johnny Mae Ciszewski with Louise.
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Student Seeks Toy Donations For Palms West Children’s Hospital
By Gina M. Capone Town-Crier Staff Report Local high school student Hannah Goin is asking for the community’s help in supporting a toy drive for children at Palms West Hospital. The toy drive is underway, and people have until July 25 to participate. Goin, a sophomore in the International Baccalaureate program at Atlantic High School, loves children and wants to help each one feel special — particularly those needing medical treatment. Her brother is a special-needs child, so she has experience in a lifestyle that focuses around his well-being. Going to the doctor’s office for appointments or to hospitals for tests has given her an upclose look at children dealing with health issues and the things they must cope with. These children are often lonely and need extra attention and comfort, Goin said. The International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program provides a curriculum that asks the stu-
dents to broaden their view on the world, and especially their hometown community. Its mission aspires to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who will help create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. The organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programs of international education and rigorous assessment. These programs encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand the differences between cultures. The program provides an internationally accepted qualification for entry into higher education and is recognized by many universities worldwide. Goin is working on her toy drive as a personal project as part of her studies. “I picked this personal project because I have a special-needs
brother,” Goin said. “Throughout my whole life, I have seen the things that help kids like him. I feel sometimes these kids are lonely. I want to brighten the lives of kids in the hospital and give them some toys to make them feel special.” Her desire to help was spurred by first-hand knowledge. “Sometimes I go to the doctor’s office or hospital with my brother,” Goin said. “It could be for a brain scan. I also go to places where associations put on activities for children with special needs, like soccer or baseball. I feel a lot of people in our society don’t have compassion for kids who are sick or may have special needs. I think we take things for granted.” Her goal is to reach out and try to make things better. “When I am around these environments, I try to reach out and to let them know I am here for them,” Goin said. “I want the kids to feel I care. I want them to feel special. I have experienced
kids in wheelchairs, ones who are sick, and it’s a lonely place. I want to ask everyone to consider their needs. We should not take the lives of these children for granted.” Her current toy drive is not her first foray into helping young patients. “I volunteered for the Miracle League this past year,” Goin said. “They have a baseball game where the players are disabled. We go up with each child to bat, hit the ball and run around the bases together. It is so important to be involved.” Goin has plans to eventually go into the medical field because of her passion for children. “I want to be a doctor in the pediatric field,” she said. “When I see children who are sick, I have a soft spot. I want to help kids because I know what they are going through on a daily basis.” Goin is asking the community to donate new toys for children from two years old to 10 years old. She thinks that boys would
like things including toy cars, action figures, toy dinosaurs, robot toys, Treasure X Aliens, Ultimate Walking Buzz Lightyear and Minion toys. For girls, Goin suggests Princess collections, Barbie dolls, baby dolls, bead sets, makeup sets, Princess Castle Playpen, Little Unicorn toys, Blume dolls, Barbie Travel Dream Plane, Disney’s Moana Adventure Collection, Shopkins and Hairdorables. More generic toys like coloring books, crayons, puzzles and card games like Uno also make great donations. The Children’s Hospital at Palms West has a pediatric unit featuring a playroom where children can feel special while taking a needed break from their treatments. The leisure activities for young patients help to reduce the stress of a stay in the hospital. The children’s unit provides private beds for 47 patients. The special floor is dedicated to young patients often in critical health.
Hannah Goin For more information on donating toys, contact Hannah Goin at (561) 870-4927 or e-mail her at hanniahtoydrive@gmail.com. Members of the community can also drop toys off at the Town-Crier newspaper office in the original Wellington Mall at 12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 33, in Wellington until July 25.
Westlake Grants A Six-Month Extension For FPU Gas Pipeline
By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Westlake City Council on Monday, July 8 granted Florida Public Utilities a six-month time extension to run a gas pipe on an easement shared with Florida Power & Light along the M-2 Canal connecting to Westlake, and eventually the Arden community to the west. FPU currently has temporary gas tanks on Westlake’s Pod F at the southeast corner of Seminole Pratt Whitney Road and the M Canal to service early residents in the developing community. Once the permanent gas lines are installed, the temporary gas service will be removed from the property. The council issued the original permit in January 2018, according to Westlake Planning Consultant Nilsa Zacarias. “The approval at that time was six months with the option of an additional three months,” Zacarias
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continued from page 1 $100 per container unit. The water and wastewater user rates will increase slightly. The Saddle Trail Park South Improvement District assessment will have a per acre assessment of $1,720.54. “These are only for those areas that are impacted by that project in the debt,” Quickel explained. “This is the fourth year in that assessment, which is a 15-year term.” Mayor Anne Gerwig asked if there was a way to have the millage rate decrease. “I would really like to see us move this millage rate down. I don’t see any reason to not give the residents a tax break,” she explained. “I disagree at how good we are at budgeting. We ended up with $20 million extra. I have a different reaction than Councilman [Michael] Drahos, because wow, we probably overtaxed our residents or did not provide the
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continued from page 1 honestly, we’re a little bit afraid to go ahead and reduce that rate at the preliminary rate setting.” The town will open the bids on July 25 at 1 p.m., and on July 26, the selection committee will start reviewing the bids. “We expect there to be four bids because it was mandatory to attend the pre-bid conference, which was on July 2, and we had Waste Management, Republic, Coastal and Waste Pro there,” Ramaglia said. “I think we’ll get a very nice showing of proposals, but I don’t know what the rate will be.” Ramaglia said she will bring an evaluation of the results to the council’s Aug. 6 meeting. “The only thing that would change the schedule is if there is a protest,” she said.
said, explaining that several extensions have been granted, and the current permit expires July 31. FPU was granted an extension to Jan. 31, 2020. Doug Moreland with FPU said the original proposal was for the gas line to run along the east side of the M-2 Canal west of Seminole Pratt Whitney Road. “It was later asked for us to redesign and go on the west side of the M-2 Canal,” Moreland said. “That is where Florida Power & Light’s easement is, and we’re having to work with Florida Power & Light to get approval to put our permanent pipeline in that easement.” Moreland said the most recent item requested was a mitigation survey to show the effects, if any, of a steel gas pipeline running alongside an alternating current (AC) power line. “When you put gas pipelines next to power lines, you could have AC interference, so we’re
going to do that survey and send it back to Florida Power & Light. After that, I suspect we will get their approval,” Moreland said. “Once we have that approval, we can continue working. What’s really causing the delay is getting final approval.” Moreland said FPU’s contractors are on site and ready to complete the project. “We tied into the Florida Citigas line at State Road 80 and Seminole Pratt,” Moreland said. “We also had to buy property at that intersection to put our regulator station and bring the pressure down to a delivery pressure for the transmission and distribution lines. We’re not only going to be feeding Westlake, we’re going to be feeding Arden. Until we get that approval, those crews, instead of working on this line, are actually working on the line going out to Arden.” Moreland said FPL would like
FPU at least 10 feet away from its power lines, but would prefer the gas line to be almost to the canal bank, adding that the gas line, when approved, would continue northward through the Westlake site and possibly into The Acreage for future expansion. “We’re ready to run it. We have the crews onsite, and the pipe and materials onsite, but we cannot do it until we know the connecting route along the canal,” Moreland said. Westlake Mayor Roger Manning asked if there is a Plan B if the proposed route should prove unworkable, and Moreland said the alternative route would be up Seminole Pratt Whitney Road, which would take more time due to the resolution of easement issues. Minto Vice President John Carter recommended allowing the approval process to run its course before exploring alternatives, and
to keep consideration of running the gas pipe on the east side of the canal on the table. “The county could introduce a far more [ponderous] time than what you are experiencing now,” Carter said. “It’s not unusual or uncommon for you to have these assets collocated.” Westlake City Manager Ken Cassel said the ideal method would be to collocate the utilities. “We’re trying to leave that east side open for other items,” Cassel said. Manning also asked about the status of the temporary gas tanks in Pod F, and Moreland said the portable tanks are monitored by satellite. “We know the pressure at all times, and as needed, we switch out those tankers,” Moreland said. “We would like them out of there as soon as you would like them out of there, but there is no issue of maintaining gas supply to the
current homes in the city until we can get everything worked out under permitting.” Moreland added that FPU owns the company that supplies the tankers and has access to larger tankers if they become needed. Carter said he noticed that when Westlake turned the heaters on for the water park, the tanks went down noticeably. Manning asked if staff had any problems with the extension, and Cassel said there were none. “I know dealing with FPL can be very protractive,” Cassel said. “It doesn’t surprise me of the time lag that has occurred.” Councilman John Stanavitch made a motion to approve the extension, which carried 5-0. In other business, the council approved the plat for a gas station and convenience store with a car wash across the street from Seminole Ridge High School near Westlake City Hall.
services that they wanted. I would like to see us, with that cushion in our budget, to get to a 2.45 millage rate this year, which is still higher than rollback. That’s my goal.” Drahos said that his comments were based on the village’s overall financial position. “My comments were based on the grade that we received from the auditor, who said we were doing an exemplary job,” he said. “I would like to, of course, cut the millage rate if we are able to, but that’s going to involve taking a close look at this budget, which we are not going to do tonight. But certainly, it is part of our duty to do so. We appreciate the presentation and how thorough it was. This is just step one in a much larger process.” Councilman John McGovern said that the tax rate should be based on the needs of the village. “I don’t think we should be articulating a rate change tonight, but I do think as we go forward, there needs to be a real question as to those monies carried forward as to exactly what lines that are out of, so we can see if that money is yet to be spent or if that is money
actually saved,” he said. “If it is money that is not going to be spent, then we may need to look at the millage rate. If it’s simply money that we haven’t spent, then that’s a different question.” Quickel explained that the money in the budget is accounted for in the village’s five-year plan. “That is where we look at a fiveyear-long range financial plan we discuss with you each year when we have our budgeting directions workshops,” Quickel said. “We are recommending that stable rate. Our goal is to try to keep five years where we can maintain the 2.48 rate with no drastic changes for our residents. The other factor that plays greatly into this is department evaluation. When you look at the chart, you see it is declining. This is the lowest we have had in the last five years.” Gerwig continued to press for a rate reduction. “This is the first time I recall [the millage rate] being lower than the county average,” she said. Village Manager Paul Schofield said that the county’s finances and the village’s finances are very different.
“When the county has an increase in millage rate, they have a significant amount of undeveloped property that comes on the tax rolls, and it adds to the value,” he said. “We are principally at buildout. We do not have a lot of property to build. So, the days when we were going to add an Olympia, they are gone. We have probably fewer than 1,000 units to build village wide. Given that we are at 95 percent buildout, those parts of construction are not going to be there that we relied on in the past.” The TRIM rate resolution passed at 2.48 mills by a vote of 3-1 with Gerwig dissenting and Vice Mayor Michael Napoleone absent. In other business, the council approved an authorization awarding a contract to provide
consulting services for the Town Center project. Urban Design Kilday Studios will provide consulting services in the amount of $248,550 to recommend a master plan alternative. Resident Marion Frank was not happy with the money being paid to consultants for the project. “I just want to say that the consulting services are going to be costing nearly a quarter of a million dollars to study what has already been studied,” Frank said. “We have had a bunch of meetings, and you have heard from the public. You have heard from people in the Lake Wellington Professional Centre, where I am, that we do not want to have you knock our building down. I still, for the life of me, don’t understand what your motivation is to do this when no one in the
community wants it. We come to work every day thinking maybe they are going to tear down our building and where are we going to go.” At this point, the village is studying master plan options for the area and has not approved a previous proposal that would have eliminated the Lake Wellington Professional Centre. Kimley-Horn and Associates, meanwhile, will provide engineering and architectural services for the planned Wellington High School Sports Complex in the amount of $505,335. A contract was awarded in the amount of $76,639 to Kaufman Lynn Construction for the construction of the sports complex with a work order for construction management services during the design phase.
Mayor Robert Shorr asked if a fee is charged to file a protest, and Acting Town Attorney Brian Shutt said there is no fee to file a protest, but there is a time frame that a bidder must comply with to file. Shorr said a protest fee might be advised because the committee will not evaluate the bidders based solely on the lowest number. “There’s a lot of variables, a lot of objective things that are going to be in this evaluation,” Shorr said. “I think it would leave the door open for people to say, ‘Well, you evaluated my references, I think, in an unfair manner.’ Those aren’t cut-and-dry numbers.” Other council members agreed that a protest fee would be appropriate and should be included in an addendum to the bid. Ramaglia said the budget calendar set by the county and state is the third week in July to adopt the preliminary rates. Tuesday, July 23 is the town’s next budget workshop. There will also be more
meetings with the town’s Finance Advisory & Audit Committee. “We have had two meetings so far,” she said. “They have looked at a preliminary budget.” Ramaglia said the budget so far is very fluid, and the big unknown is how much to allocate for roads and drainage. The town’s engineer has done some iterations that amount to several million dollars. She added that the town still has about $700,000 from the county-approved infrastructure improvement fund that needs to be allocated. “Also, we need to finish the staffing model,” Ramaglia said. “Those are the biggest outstanding items in the upcoming year’s budget in terms of us knowing what the numbers are.” The first budget hearing for the property tax and assessment rates will be held Sept. 5, and on Sept. 12, the town will send its rates to the county. The final hearing and final adoption is set for Sept. 19.
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR RPB Should Honor Lou Recchio
As a proud, 40-year resident of Royal Palm Beach, I was pleased to attend the 60th anniversary celebration of the village on June 30. It was noted in the opening remarks that the celebration was almost not held. I was surprised, as a decade is a good time to look back and forward, as we had done for the 25th and the 50th. Our village is not well-publicized, and should be if the remarks of the six honorees in the souvenir magazine are correct. I was also disappointed to not see any mention of this important event on the local news stations. It would seem that they would want to mention this event if they had known about it. Our much younger, little “sister” to the south has no problem being mentioned frequently. I have read and thoroughly thought about the six honorees. Congratulations are in order for most, but not all, of them. At the celebration party, I mentioned to the mayor that I did not understand why Parks & Recreation Director
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Lou Recchio (a 35-year resident and 27-year employee) was not among the honorees. He pawned me off to the manager. His mantra was, “He did not meet the requirements.” However, that is not true when one reads the qualifications of the honorees who were chosen. He repeated this phrase over and over until I assured him that I am a twice college graduate with 37 years as an educator and that I heard him the first time. All I could say was, “Seriously? That is shameful and embarrassing for you to say.” I have known Lou and his wife Donna for almost 30 years. He is a man of integrity whose sentences do not all start with “I” and has enough humility to let others speak of his work for the citizens of the village. He is not motivated by money or politics. He does not know that I am writing this letter.
Perhaps the council should have chosen the “baker’s dozen” of those who have changed the face of Royal Pam Beach, and Lou would have been included in that group, along with other longtime employees not recognized. The criteria for the selection of the six honorees still puzzles me. Instead of a small certificate and a picture in the paper, once a year all the retirees could be honored at the Cultural Center so that friends, family and fans of theirs could attend. If the village can afford to set off beautiful, but not long-lasting fireworks, they can afford to thank their faithful employees once a year in a big way. In my opinion, it appears that Royal Palm Beach officials have work to do and 10 years to get it done. Jana Springfield Royal Palm Beach
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Bassmasters Host Ed Singleton Memorial Family Fishing Tourney
By Gina M. Capone Town-Crier Staff Report The annual Ed Singleton Memorial Family Fishing Tournament, hosted by the Royal Palm Bassmasters and the Village of Royal Palm Beach, was held Thursday, July 4 at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park. “This is the Fourth of July tournament that we have been holding for 29 years,” Royal Palm Bassmasters President Phil Northrop
said. “It is for kids who have never fished before and for those who come back every year.” Five-year-old Kailen Dougherty is a second-generation winner. His father, Raymond, fished the tournament when he was five years old, too. Kailen won the Big Fish Bass award this year. About 30 children participated in the event through a range of age categories. First-place winners included: Six and Under Other Fish
- Gabi Shetka; Six and Under Bass - Kailen Dougherty; Seven to Nine Other Fish - Blake Kincaid; Seven and Under Bass - George Shetka; 10 to 12 Other Fish - Stephen Barnes; 10 to 12 Bass - Greyson Morrow; 13 to 15 Other Fish - Rebecca Dovey; Adult/Child Other Fish - Ava Genehi; and Adult/Child Bass - Jax Schartner. The Big Fish Other was caught by Ava Genehi, while the Big Fish Bass was caught by Kailen Dougherty.
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Ava Genehi and dad Victor Genehi show off the Big Fish winner, an invasive species called a snakehead.
Children up to 15 years old competed at Commons Park in Royal Palm Beach.
The Shetka family of Royal Palm Beach enjoy the family fishing event.
Andre Manning Jr. shows off his catch.
Greyson Morrow catches a fish.
Niece Ava Genehi and Uncle Vaughn Genehi fish together.
Six and Under Other Fish first place winner Gabi Shetka.
Six and Under Bass winner Kailen Dougherty.
Seven to Nine Bass winner George Shetka.
Marcus, Thomas and Xavier Wilson enjoy the family fishing tournament.
Royal Palm Bassmasters members (L-R) Irene Northrop, President Phil Northrop, Crystle Smith, Chris Smith, Mike Reitano, Mike O’Connor, Taylor Renney, Bill Latham, Kiel Carr, Rick Rickenbach, Paul Schrein and Ed Huff.
Father and son Tyler and Trey Hogan fish at the tournament.
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By Meredith Burow Town-Crier Staff Report What do an Olympic gold medalist, a billion-dollar investor and a soap opera star have in common? To Wellington resident Jill Liberman, their advice provides an opportunity to inspire the world. Liberman, an author and motivational speaker, recently cowrote Success Factor X, a colorful collection of stories and advice from successful, well-known (and lesser-known) individuals. Since its release, it has both completely sold out of its first printing and
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clocked among Amazon’s top new releases. The book started after Liberman called General Hospital star Sean Kanan, whom she had interviewed 15 years ago for her first book, American Pride: Famous Americans Celebrate the USA. Though she merely called to wish the actor a happy birthday, the two found themselves discussing Kanan’s desire to do a project that would encourage and inspire people. “It’s interesting, because we hadn’t spoken in quite a while, but I caught him on a day — maybe because it was his birthday — he was really reflecting on his life,” Liberman said. “And he was saying that he’d like to do a project that was meaningful, that gave back to people, that inspired people.” She suggested that they collaborate on something, and that discussion led to Success Factor X: Inspiration, Wisdom and Advice From 50 of America’s Best. The book contains thoughts and opinions on success from 50 accomplished people, such as Seinfeld star Jason Alexander, Spanx founder Sara Blakely and Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban. The purpose of the book is to
nudge its readers toward their own growth and success by compiling and presenting tips from the pros. Liberman and Kanan started by making a list of individuals they considered successful, some of whom had previous connections with the duo. They then reached out to them — either via existing relationships or by researching their contact information — asking them to define what success means to them and to share stories, tips and advice on the subject. “We wanted people we thought would really be able to add value to the book in terms of what they had to say,” Liberman explained. While some of the potential contributors may have had readily recognizable names, others were less well-known. Liberman, however, wanted them all to shine. “There’s so many interesting people out there who maybe don’t have publicists, or it’s not important to them to have their name sprinkled on the cover of magazines,” Liberman said. “But they have great stories and great advice.” As the contributors were given free rein on the task, not needing to adhere to any word count or writing format restrictions, Liberman
and Kanan began to receive a wide range of responses. E-mail after email came in, each representing a different person’s unique answers to the authors’ requests. “It’s funny, every time that a submission came in and I’d read it for the first time, that became my favorite,” Liberman said. “Each one was a surprise to me.” The only submission that wasn’t a surprise was her own. Liberman and Kanan both have a section in which they share their own thoughts on success. The book launched on May 15 of this year, and the authors have already traveled to book-signing events across the nation. Kristen Boyd, a Wellington resident and faithful fan of Liberman’s writing, said she was excited when she learned about Success Factor X and was intrigued after seeing posts about it on social media. “It’s really inspiring because there’s advice from so many diverse backgrounds,” Boyd said. “It’s great to read, great to gift someone, and the best to just have on hand when you need a boost of motivation.” While Success Factor X is the fourth book that Liberman has written, she is still touched by the positive responses that she and
the Acme Improvement District Fund, the Building Fund and the Gas Tax Road Operations Fund. Wellington also has enterprise propriety funds that include Water & Wastewater, Solid Waste, the Lake Wellington Professional Centre and Debt Service. “Our property values in tax revenue in the $106.2 million budget shows the top tax revenue at $20.5 million using the proposed 2.48 millage rate,” Quickel said. “Other significant revenue increases include building department permit revenue and sales surtax revenue. The total revenue for all funds increased
from the current year budget by $5.8 million.” The budget does dip into the village’s reserves to balance the books. “Our preliminary budget for all funds includes revenues of $89.5 million and expenditures of $96 million,” Quickel explained. “That means we are using reserves to balance the budget, as planned. So, even though the total budget is increasing, there is no increase proposed in the millage rate or the non-ad-valorem Acme assessment rate.” The extra money comes out of several different village funds.
“In the general fund, we are using reserves of $1.3 million, and $559,000 from Acme. In the utility capital reserves, it is $3.1 million, and in the solid waste fund, almost $800,000,” she continued. “The primary changes in the governmental budget are debt service for the utility project.” Personnel expenditures in the enterprise funds will also increase by $239,000 or 3.7 percent. “Personnel costs are increasing by $812,000,” Quickel said. “This is funding 303 full-time positions, 82,710 part-time hours, 11 supplemental positions and two interns.”
Wellington resident and motivational speaker Jill Liberman (left) and General Hospital actor Sean Kanan (right) co-authored Success Factor X. They are shown here at a book-signing event. PHOTO FROM THE BOOK’S INSTAGRAM PAGE @SUCCESSFACTORXBOOK
Kanan have been receiving. “I’m so grateful that people spent their hard-earned money and purchased the book,” Liberman said. “And [that] they took the time
to read it and then to let us know how much it meant to them.” To learn more about the book, visit www.successfactorxbook. com.
There will be a Consumer Price Index (CPI) increase of 2 percent across the board for all full-time staff and merit pay of one percent. Capital projects are increasing from the current year amount by $500,000. “Major projects are the Wellington High School project, the Town Center Boardwalk, the neighborhood pipeline project and water/wastewater projects,” Quickel said. The village’s law enforcement contract with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is increasing by $431,000. This brings
Wellington two more deputies and a two percent increase in the contract. Departmental expenses show various increases, primarily from full funding of a full year for a cloud-based system and for a new computer system. There are increased community programs and events in the budget, as well as governmental vehicles being replaced. Wellington is still looking for public input on the budget through its online budget challenge. To take the budget challenge, visit www.wellingtonfl. gov/budgetchallenge.
WELLINGTON HOSTS FOURTH OF JULY POOL PARTY AT AQUATICS COMPLEX
On Thursday, July 4, Wellington celebrated Independence Day with a special Patriotic Pool Party at the Wellington Aquatics Complex. From the high dives to the slides, everything was open on a beautiful, sunny day. Activities and contests were held every hour, and children had fun playing games and swimming in the pool. PHOTOS BY ERIN DAVISSON/TOWN-CRIER
Carolyn and Amarisa Sender in the pool.
Lifeguard Maddie Garcia keeps watch poolside.
Families enjoy a holiday by the pool.
Lifeguard Katherine Hofmann and Debbie Luongo.
Lifeguard Katherine Hofmann explains the game four squares to the kids.
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NEWS BRIEFS Wellington BackTo-School Supply Drive Underway
To help students reach their full educational potential, Wellington’s Community Services Department is hosting a Back-toSchool Supply Drive now through July 22. Supplies can be dropped off between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. at the following locations: the Wellington Municipal Complex (12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.); the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.); Wellington’s Community Services Office (1092 Wellington Trace); the Lake Wellington Professional Centre (12133 Ken Adams Way); Ultima Fitness (12799 W. Forest Hill Blvd.); and Village Park (11700 Pierson Road). The goal is to send students back to school with pencils, paper, glue, rulers, folders, backpacks, crayons, notebooks and more. The collected supplies will be distributed to students who attend Wellington schools at the annual Back-to-School Community Block Party scheduled for Saturday, July 27 from 9 a.m. to noon in
the green space at the Wellington Community Center. For more information about the supply drive, call (561) 791-4764.
Homeschool Fair Set For July 28
Palm Beach County Homeschoolers Inc. invites the community to attend a free Homeschool Fair on Sunday, July 28 from 1 to 5 p.m. in the Live 360 room at the Mall at Wellington Green (10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington). Come and enjoy seminars on homeschooling, exhibits and displays of curriculum. Meet a homeschool support group and learn how homeschoolers keep social and active. For more info., visit www.pbchomeschoolers.com.
B&G Club School Supply Drive
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County is hosting its annual school supply and backpack drive to benefit club children and keep them on track for academic success. The National Retail Federation estimates that families will
spend an average of $685 on needed back-to-school supplies and clothing — an amount many low-income families can’t afford. From now until July 29, you can donate backpacks and school supplies, or host a drive in your neighborhood or office. Donations of gift cards to office supply stores or retail vendors are also welcomed and will be used by the clubs to purchase needed supplies from school-issued lists. To get involved, call (561) 683-3287.
Paw Prints In The Sand Dog Show This Weekend
The Boca Raton Dog Club and Jupiter/Tequesta Dog Club have joined forces once again to bring dog lovers the annual Paw Prints in the Sand Summer Cluster Dog Show. Thousands of dogs and their owners will get the chance to strut their stuff in the show ring from Thursday, July 11 through Sunday, July 14 at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. The event is great for the whole family with
just a $5 parking fee and a $5 admission fee. Children under 12 are admitted free. Spectators can meet and greet a variety of different dog breeds. Visitors can learn about responsible dog ownership and speak with breeders, owners and handlers. They can also watch dogs test their extreme water skills in dock diving competitions, as well as watch the judging of various breeds in conformation. Attendees can also see young owner-handlers compete against their peers in the Junior Showmanship Competition and watch owner-handlers compete in a special series called the National Owner-Handled Series. These exhibitors are striving for a spot in the finals at the AKC National Championship in Orlando in December. Learn more at www.southfloridafair.com/events.
Office of Community Revitalization (OCR) on Tuesday, July 16 at 6 p.m. at Vista Center (2300 N. Jog Road, West Palm Beach). The meeting will focus on “Learning How to Escape a Sinking Vehicle.” The guest speaker will be Anna Stewart with the Drowning Prevention Coalition of Palm Beach County. With lakes, ponds and canals particularly prevalent along county roadways, drowning incidents involving motor vehicle crashes is quite common. Practical information along with relevant videos and audience participation will be offered to educate the community about this life-threatening issue. This public meeting will also be an opportunity to network with county agencies, OCR partners and other community leaders. For more information, contact Houston Tate at (561) 233-5303 or htate@pbcgov.org.
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Wellington’s Utilities Department has released its annual water quality report. This annual report,
also referred to as the Consumer Confidence Report, shows that Wellington continues to meet or exceed all federal and state safe drinking water standards. The report informs utility customers about the quality of their drinking water, where it comes from, updates and information about state and federal drinking water standards and other related information. “Wellington is committed to providing safe, clean drinking water to its customers at a reasonable rate,” said Shannon LaRocque, Wellington’s utility engineer. “We also continue to focus on water conservation efforts, engaging our youth and providing information to residents on how to make watersmart choices.” The report was mailed to the village’s utility customers in June. E-mail the Utilities Department at customerservice@wellingtonfl. gov to request an electronic copy of the report via e-mail, or pick up a copy at the Wellington Municipal Complex, the Wellington Community Center or the Community Services Office. For information, call Utility Department Regulatory Compliance Manager Laurie Hand at (561) 791-4149.
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Kristen Ullman Bikes Across The Nation
Wellington native Kristen Ullman recently completed a 3,000mile cross-country cycling trip, starting in San Diego and ending in Washington, D.C. Ulman grew up in Wellington, attending Wellington Elementary School, Roosevelt Middle School and Suncoast High School. She is a 2007 U.S. Naval Academy graduate majoring in aerospace engineering.
She subsequently served as a U.S. Navy pilot but recently detached from active duty and will be flying for Southwest Airlines, based in Denver. However, Ullman will continue her military service as a naval reservist. Ullman dedicated her ride to the memory of her father, raising money for the CDR Keith A. Ullman Memorial Scholarship, which is awarded through the
Palm Beach Council of the U.S. Navy League to local middle and high school science fair winners. Ullman biked a total of 3,573.28 miles in 49 days. She climbed a total of 163,974 feet while traversing 12 states. She spent 226.4 hours on her bike at an average speed of 15.8 mph. In addition, she visited 20 national parks and historic sites. Her mother, Deborah Ullman, accom-
panied her in a support vehicle. Money was raised both through the sale of t-shirts and direct donations. More than $2,000 have been raised so far. Donations can still be made online at www.navyleaguepalmbeach.org. Click on the donate button on the right side of the page and specify the Ullman scholarship, so that the funds are directed appropriately.
Young Marine Elliott Trzasko during his promotion ceremony.
Young Marine Elliott Trzasko Promoted
On July 3, Young Marine Elliott Trzasko of Wellington was promoted to YM/MSgt in a ceremony at the Marine Corps Reserve Center in West Palm Beach. Trzasko joined the Young Marines, an after school and weekend club for youth ages 8 to 18, as a recruit about three years ago. After taking a leisurely eight months to rise from private to private first class, he decided to take the program more seriously. Trzasko took on the call to live a healthy lifestyle and began his own regular workout regimen. He also took on the call to be more disciplined and applied it to learning and working through the Young Marines’ materials. He was impressed by the ribbons and rank earned by the unit’s senior Young Marine but thought that rank was out of his reach, since he joined at a much older age than others. However, Trzasko began to focus his energy on winning awards, participating in some of the many training and other activities, including camping trips to Georgia and Ohio, leadership schools in central Florida and Texas, and parades throughout Palm Beach County and in Washington, D.C.
He learned first aid and CPR, how to build shelters to sleep in, the dangers of drug consumption and how to train other youth about them. The discipline taught through marching and physical fitness training gradually began to show in Trzasko’s demeanor and behavior, and he rose through the ranks, surpassing his original goal that had seemed impossible when he first joined. As the senior Young Marine, he has learned to organize and lead many activities, supervising other young people who, in turn, direct those of lower rank as they work together on a variety of projects. In their current conservation project, they are learning about Florida’s environment and ways to preserve it. Foye Belyea, a Marine who now works as a pastor and volunteers as the unit commander of the Young Marines of the Palm Beaches, and Richard Wesolowski, an EMT and paramedic who volunteers as the unit’s executive officer, awarded Trzasko a certificate and chevrons to recognize his hard work and the progress he has made. For more information about the Young Marines of the Palm Beaches, visit www.palmbeachym.org.
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Aronberg, Johnson Receive Awards For Success Of Sober Homes Task Force
Palm Beach County State Attorney Dave Aronberg and Chief Assistant State Attorney Alan Johnson were honored with the 2019 Pillar of Excellence Award for Criminal Justice by the Addiction Policy Forum in Washington, D.C., on June 24. The organization recognized Aronberg and Johnson for the success of their Sober Homes Task Force, which has helped clean up fraud and abuse in the drug treatment and sober home industries and led to a 40 percent drop in opioid overdose deaths in Palm Beach County in 2018. The Addiction Policy Forum is a nationwide nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating addiction as a major health problem. The awards presentation took place during a dinner attended by members of congress and former directors of the Office of Drug
Control Policy, including retired Gen. Barry McCaffrey. “We are honored to receive this prestigious award on behalf of all the dedicated individuals who have saved lives from this opioid epidemic, whether by passing tougher laws, cracking down on rogue sober homes and treatment centers, increasing access to Narcan as a heroin antidote, and providing follow-up care to break the cycle of addiction,” Aronberg said. Johnson, a Wellington resident, heads the Sober Homes Task Force. “To be recognized for helping save lives in this national crisis, knowing that there are so many good people working together to make a difference, is the ultimate reward,” he said. Aronberg agreed. “We have made real progress and know there is still more work to do,” he added.
Deborah Ullman joined her daughter Kristen Ullman for the trip, following in a support vehicle.
WELLINGTON ROTARY HONORS MICKEY SMITH
The Rotary Club of Wellington recently honored Mickey Smith as Club Rotarian of the Year. Shown above is Smith with outgoing President Tom Carreras at the June 27 meeting. Learn more about the club at www.wellingtonrotary.org.
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ROYAL PALM CELEBRATES HOLIDAY WITH A STAR-SPANGLED SPECTACULAR
The Village of Royal Palm Beach held its 60th Anniversary Star-Spangled Spectacular Fourth of July Independence Day Celebration at Commons Park on Thursday, July 4. It was a full day of family fun starting with the Bassmasters Fishing Tournament, a volleyball tournament, and free kayaking and paddle boarding. There was a kids’ fun zone and craft area, gourmet food trucks, vendors and live music. The fireworks were spectacular and enjoyed by the large, appreciative crowd. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER
Bruce Springsteen tribute band the Boss Project keeps the holiday crowd entertained.
Councilman Jeff Hmara, Mayor Fred Pinto, Councilman Richard Valuntas and Councilwoman Selena Samios thank Palms West Hospital Chief Nursing Officer Sheila Sanders for the hospital’s sponsorship of the event.
Fireworks light up the sky over Commons Park.
Barbara Richardson and Kevin Kochersperger.
Jack Hogan gets the Joker painted on his arm.
The military tribute and the national anthem was sung by Alexander Matos.
Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band Saturday Night Special performs.
Giovanna Rodriguez on the rock-climbing wall.
Leann White Silveira, Rachel Flores, Sophia White, Jeff White and Jarid Silveira.
Tyler Grantham and Rebecca Hoffmann with Chris and Waylon.
PBSO Volunteer Mike Russell keeps watch from a Segway.
Tony and Ana Mattioli dance.
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Palms West Charter School’s Catherine Lavott, Principal Steven Epstein and Angelica Garcia.
Maria Portillo and Nathan Rivera enjoy kayaking.
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GREAT WEATHER, GREAT CROWD FOR WELLINGTON’S HOLIDAY CELEBRATION
Wellington’s annual Fourth of July Celebration took place at Village Park on Thursday, July 4. The family friendly event included food trucks for every taste, a variety of vendors, free bingo and more. Kids and adults were able to enjoy traditional lawn games and also try out different activities, including giant hamster balls, pony rides, face painting and nearly a dozen inflatables. The free celebration treated thousands of patrons to live music by the Gypsy Lane Band, followed by a spectacular firework display to end the evening. PHOTOS BY CALLIE SHARKEY/TOWN-CRIER
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Attorney Ian Bressler let patrons “Dunk a Lawyer.”
Jonathan Taylor with Spread the Flow Entertainment provides a fiery show for the crowd.
Gabriella Villar runs through tires.
Carmen and Scott Wells with children Savannah and Samuel.
Michael Hermesch runs in a giant hamster ball.
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Ava and Henry Miller get “lost” in the corn maze.
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Veronica Realino tries out Velcro target soccer.
The talents of the Gypsy Lane Band kept guests singing.
Daniel and Zane Bass head down the slide together.
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ROYAL PALM BEACH NURSING HOME HOSTS AN INDEPENDENCE DAY PARTY
Royal Palm Beach Health and Rehabilitation held an Independence Day celebration on Saturday, July 6 with music, dancing and raffles. Hot dogs, burgers and chicken were grilled and served with fruit, chips and beverages. It was a fun day for both residents and staff. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER
Royal Palm Beach Health and Rehabilitation staff members gather for a group photo. Augustine Santiago and Melanie Cagle created this fruit tray.
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Our Latest Construction Project Is Working Out Great! For Me
About 18 months ago, my husband Mark and I bought a building in which to house my second antiques mall. I love buying and selling old stuff, and Mark — well, he is simply a glutton for punishment. I spend my days gleefully seeking out unusual stuff for my stores via private sales, yard sales, estate sales and other antiques malls, and I spend my evenings at various auction houses, waiting for That Special Something to come up on the auction block. Fun! Mark spends his days watching the finances, repairing the buildings and sucking the gunk out of severely overtaxed air conditioning systems. He spends his evenings watching YouTube out in his car,
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cabinets on this side and a place for you to put pegboard on the other side,” I said. “You could put all your tools up there and not have to rifle through boxes.” Mark liked the idea, even though there was existing pegboard on one of the walls now, replete with his tools. “You could just move the pegboard over,” I said. “You wouldn’t even have to buy any.” I also needed that wall for my tubs of seasonal items, but I saw no reason to bring that up. So, he put up the wall, I painted it and, in a jiffy, my file cabinets were lined up against it like soldiers. It looked awesome! Then I took all his tools off the existing
pegboard and tossed them into boxes. His job was to remove the pegboard. “Where’s my flatbar?” he asked. I shrugged and pointed to the boxes. Eventually, the pegboard was down and propped against the boxes of tools on what we had begun calling “his” side. I ran to the hardware store and bought Styrofoam insulation and some paneling that looked like barn wood to put where the pegboard had been. Mark helped me put it up. “Where’s my caulking gun?” he asked. Same shrug. Same pointing. Big sigh from Mark. “I thought we were doing this so I could find my tools,” he moaned. “In a minute,” I replied. It is now four days since I told him that. His tools are still in tubs, his pegboard is
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The new movie Spider-Man: Far From Home is supposed to be the last film in the current Marvel Universe arc, finally setting things in order. After all, what did happen when half the world came back from oblivion? What happens when the top superheroes are gone? And how and why should a teenager wind up with the responsibility for keeping the world in order? These questions are answered, albeit briefly and hardly in a final manner. But the film is great fun all along the way. Peter Parker/Spider-Man (Tom Holland) is back after being disintegrated in what is now being called “the blip” along with half the world. A few minutes are spent noting how strange things are, as one boy said his kid brother is now older than him. But Peter is not interested in doing great things; he just wants to go on a class trip to Europe where he hopes he can get a few minutes alone with his big crush MJ
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tacked by what is called a “water elemental,” destroying a nice piece of the city. He winds up defeating it with a man called Mysterio (Jake Gyllenhaal), introduced to him by Fury as coming from another dimension. Mysterio, real name Quentin Beck, provides Peter with the paternal advice that once came from Tony Stark. Eventually there is another battle in Prague, also exciting. Peter does not want to be Tony Stark’s heir: he knows he is a kid and wants some freedom. That eventually leads to some big changes and a major battle in London. We find out that many things are not what they seem, and Peter learns a lot about himself. The battle, which not only tests him but his friends, is sensational. As part of the action, Mysterio manages to change the shape of reality and creates some very tense moments. One of the most interesting things about
the film is that unlike the last few films, there is not a battle to save humanity. Things are far more personal. We find out that Tony Stark was, in many ways, a miserable boss and not a particularly nice human being, and that his actions are at least partly responsible for some of the current problems. But we get a chance to learn more about the characters. Holland is by far the best of the Spider-Man actors of recent years. He comes across as a kid, one being forced to be an adult ahead of schedule, but one also trying to meet his adolescent needs. To him, getting a kiss from MJ is more important than saving a city. And that is closer to reality than we get in most superhero films. Holland is great, showing his vulnerability even while performing incredible stunts. The other cast members are also fine. Zendaya as stoic, cynical MJ is a perfect foil for both Peter and his alter
ego. Batalon and Rice are really funny as the two youngsters who suddenly fall for each other. Gyllenhaal plays Beck as a seemingly nice guy, letting a whole variety of less desirable characteristics peek through. Martin Starr and J.B. Smoove as the two idiot teachers leading the tour are great. Watching Smoove’s science teacher blame everything on witchcraft on several occasions was a hoot. Jackson’s Fury was not nearly as nice and supportive as he has been in other films. In some ways, he is almost the villain. But the audience, and there was a packed theater, loved everything. It wasn’t nearly as dramatic as the last Avengers movie, but it was more personal. Peter is a lovable kid. And he, among all the superheroes, is the most uncertain of his goals. Is he ready to lead the Avengers before finishing high school, or does he deserve a life? See it and decide for yourself.
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State Honors Braman Motorcars For Contributions To Education Florida Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran recently honored Braman Motorcars for its support of the School District of Palm Beach County. In an awards ceremony at the Wyndham Grand Resort in Orlando, the 2019 Commissioners Business Recognition Award was presented as a result of Braman’s teacher and school-related employees of the year awards ceremonies for the past three years. “This event is our way of recognizing business leaders who honor the role they play in ensuring that our school children will carry the torch of freedom and excellence for future generations,” Corcoran said. “Our students and their future
employers will benefit greatly from your generosity.” Braman Motorcars Marketing Manager Daniel Bayard accepted the award on behalf of General Manager Stephen Grossman. “The development of our youth is paramount to the long-term success and development of our community,” Grossman said. “We plan to support the school district’s five-year strategic plan and lead by example so that other county businesses see the potential to invest in our collective futures through our public school system.” This year, Braman Motorcars awarded 2019 School-Related Employee of the Year Annette
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Trophy Room Announces Sunday Bunday And Monday Pizza Party
Trophy Room, Wellington’s new contemporary restaurant and lounge, is making the start to the week a little easier with the launch of back-to-back burger and pizza specials: Sunday Bunday and Monday Pizza Party. On Sunday Bunday, guests can enjoy a Trophy Burger, Impossible Burger and a selection of weekly specialty burgers for just $10 all night. During the Monday Pizza Party, guests can take advantage of $10 pizza specials including Margherita, The Ash, Artichoke Dip and Mushroom, as well as weekly specialty pies. Guests can also enjoy a selection of local beers, wine and craft cocktails. Sunday Bunday is held every
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Detail Garage Opens West Palm Beach Store
South Florida is home to the world’s newest Detail Garage location. The destination retail store for car lovers opened a new location Saturday, June 29 at 1379 N. Military Trail in West Palm Beach. Store co-owners David Berzner and Eddie Lopez opened their first Detail Garage franchise in Fort Lauderdale in August 2018. After a few months, they realized that one store would not be enough to support the large car scene in South Florida. “There are many people here who have awesome cars but don’t know how to properly take care of them,” Berzner said. “We opened our Detail Garage stores to help change that.”
The co-owners are working to create a high-energy, fun place where car lovers will feel welcome and at home. Although Berzner and Lopez previously worked in the grocery business and food distribution industry, their shared passion for cars and car care led them to open a Detail Garage together. Lopez said he was thrilled by how excited customers were to return to the store to show that a suggested product worked as advertised. Detail Garage sells premium, quality and professional auto detailing and car care products, including soaps, waxes, cleaners, equipment and accessories. The
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Lion Country Safari To Celebrate World Chimpanzee Day July 14
Joining wildlife advocates and conservation leaders around the world, Lion Country Safari is inviting park guests to participate in an event in honor of World Chimpanzee Day on July 14. This year’s event at Lion Country Safari will highlight the park’s role at the forefront of chimpanzee conservation and will feature special VIP tours (limited space) that guests can participate in for an additional fee, which will be donated to chimp conservation. In addition to offering celebratory chimp-themed activities in Safari World, the park will also share
conservation messaging about wild chimps and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ Chimp SAFE (Saving Animals From Extinction) program. In honor of humankind’s closest cousin, World Chimpanzee Day is a celebration of chimpanzees and an opportunity to raise awareness about the vital need for worldwide participation in their care, protection, and conservation in the wild and in human care as an endangered species. The goals of World Chimpanzee Day are to celebrate our closest living great ape relative in the animal kingdom;
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The Lord’s Place To Open Second Joshua Thrift Store
The Lord’s Place invites the public to celebrate the opening of its second Joshua Thrift Store location this month at 750 Military Trail in the Polo Marketplace Shopping Center between Summit Blvd. and Gun Club Road in suburban West Palm Beach. A ribbon cutting will be held on Thursday, July 18 at 4 p.m. with a grand opening on Saturday, July
20 starting at 10 a.m. At the grand opening, there will be activities for the whole family, including free hot dogs and cookies. The first 25 shoppers will receive a store gift certificate. Sale specials will be featured throughout the day. All proceeds at Joshua Thrift Store’s new location, along with the original store on South Dixie Highway south of Forest Hill
Blvd., support the life-changing programs of the Lord’s Place, helping the less fortunate in their journey out of homelessness. The new location will also include a donation center, e-commerce operations, a transitional work experience training center, as well as a retail resale shop. For more info., visit www.thelordsplace.org or call (561) 494-0125.
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continued from page 1 school named Ludoteca in Quito, Ecuador. “Over eight years ago, a liaison contacted the board of education about summer camps in South Florida and was connected with the Royal Palm Beach Parks & Recreation Department’s summer camp,” Och said. The program turned out to be a compatible fit, based on location, pricing and more.
“They began sending students here whenever they had a group of about 20. They have come for six of the past eight summers that I know of,” Och said. They attend the summer camp for a two-week session. It is not government sanctioned or supported, or a religiously sponsored endeavor. It is through the school in Ecuador and Royal Palm Beach. “It is 22 kids visiting this year,” Och said. “They come like any other kid does, and they do all the things that the kids from our local area do, and they interact with our kids. They learn about our kids, and we learn about them. It’s a win-win situation for each of the
groups. The kids get to interact with each other and learn about each other’s culture, language and way of life. The campers started the week on field trips swimming, bowling, visiting Urban Air Adventure Park and going to several local restaurants. “The kids are separated by age groups, and there’s different field trips each day,” Och said. “The rest of the day is filled up with sports and arts & crafts and things around the Recreation Center.” There is a talent show next Wednesday, July 17, to show off talents to the other students, staff and parents. “The show is like one of our
field trips, so we go to the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center for a couple of hours in the afternoon to practice in their age groups. We have four different age groups,” Och said. He likes how the visiting campers tend to become more interactive as their visit continues. “Every year, it is the same. On the first day or two of camp, they’re always a little shy,” Och said. “The Ecuadorans don’t know what to expect, and neither do the local kids. Then they get to know each other during the course of the two weeks, and by the end of the time, they’re hugging one another goodbye and some are staying in touch via social media.”
The visiting campers from Ecuador joined the Royal Palm Beach Parks & Recreation Department summer camp for field trips, visits to local restaurants and arts & crafts projects.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR Saturday, July 13 • The Boca Raton and Jupiter/Tequesta dog clubs will host Paw Prints in the Sand, a cluster of all-breed dog shows, at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, July 13 and Sunday, July 14. For more info., visit www.southfloridafair.com. • Have fun with the Girl Scouts and see what it is all about on Saturday, July 13 at 10 a.m. at the Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) for mermaids and pirates fun. The cost of $2 includes a patch. To register, contact Peggy at suvm@phoenixsu. com or (561) 723-1285. • The Norton Museum of Art will celebrate Bastille Day on Saturday, July 13 from noon to 5 p.m. Visitors will be able to view French impressionism, learn about French artists, create a French-influenced masterpiece guided by teaching artists, watch a cool French film and more. The celebration is free to the public. The restaurant at the Norton will serve French selections for lunch and offer French drinks and tri-color snowcones throughout the day. Free parking is available across the street at 1501 S. Dixie Highway. For more info., call (561) 8325196 or visit www.norton.org. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host an Electric Java Jam for adults on Saturday, July 13 at 2 p.m. Experience a caffeinated collection of local talent or bring your electric instruments and jam out. Coffee will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Bells, Trumpets, Strings, Oh My!” on Saturday, July 13 at 2 p.m. Relax and enjoy the sounds of string, brass and percussion instruments as the Clarion Handbell Choir performs favorite Disney movie songs and more. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info. • The stands at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium will be a sea of pink on Saturday, July 13, when the stadium hosts Breast Cancer Awareness Night to benefit Susan G. Komen Florida. Gates open at 4:30 p.m. with a pre-game walk for breast cancer survivors and forever fighters who are invited to attend the game for free. The game begins at 5:30 p.m. when the Jupiter Hammerheads will take on the Palm Beach Cardinals, and throughout the evening, there will be a variety of activities to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer programs and research. Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium is located at 4751 Main Street in Jupiter. Tickets are available at www.rogerdeanchevroletstadium.com or (561) 630-1828. • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Jimmy Buffett tribute concert by the Caribbean Chillers on Saturday, July 13 at 8 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar for more info.
Sunday, July 14 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Teen Takeover for ages 12 to 17 on Sunday, July 14 at 1 p.m. and Wednesday, July 31 at 6 p.m. Enjoy Wii games, board games and more. Bring a friend and make new ones. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host Sahaja Meditation for ages 16 and up on Sunday, July 14 at 2 p.m. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. Monday, July 15 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Aquapainting for Adults with Special Needs on Monday, July 15 at 10:15 a.m. Use water and paintbrushes to make nature images appear. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Our Marvelous Moon for all ages on Monday, July 15 at 4 p.m. Professor Marc Wiskoff from the Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches will talk about the moon and its wonders. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. Tuesday, July 16 • The Senior Referral Program of Royal Palm Beach will staff an information desk to help seniors and their caregivers identify and access services for their special needs on Tuesday, July 16 and Thursday, July 18 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Royal Palm Beach Recreation Center (100 Sweet Bay Lane). No appointment is needed for this free service; just stop by the desk. For more info., call (561) 790-5188. People interested in volunteering are also encouraged to stop by. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Adult Coloring: Connect-the-Dots American Landmarks for ages 16 and up on Tuesday, July 16 at 2 p.m. Capture the beauty and the history of the nation’s greatest landmarks. Connect the dots and bring their majesty to life. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Snack & Fire Safety Chat with Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue for ages 18 and under on Tuesday, July 16 at 2:15 p.m. Eat a healthy snack and learn how to stay safe in a fire. Call (561) 7906030 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host Books in Space with Magician Brent Gregory for all ages on Tuesday, July 16 at 3 p.m. Celebrate the summer with amazing magic, audience participation, music and more. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Campin’ Bingo for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, July 16 at 3 p.m. Create a board and see if summer luck is on your side. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host A Deliberate Yet Impossible World: How Astronomers Discovered Pluto on Tuesday, July 16 at 6:30 p.m. How an astronomer’s efforts to rescue his reputation resulted in discovering a new kind of world, once thought to have an impossible combination of properties. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host Moonlight Storywalk for all ages on Tuesday, July 16 at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy a pleasant outdoor stroll under a full moon while you discover the stories of Night Animals by Gianna Marino and Marsh Music by Marianne Berkes. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. Wednesday, July 17 • The Kids Fitness Festival of the Palm Beaches will be held at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Wednesday, July 17 and Thursday, July 18. For more info., visit www.palmbeachsports.com/kff. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Medicare 101 on Monday, July 15 at 10:15 a.m. SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) representatives will give an overview of all Medicare options. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County will host a Hot Topic Luncheon on “Economic & Other Impacts of Tourism on Palm Beach County” with Glenn Jergensen of the Palm Beach County Tourist Development Council on Wednesday, July 17 at 11 a.m. at the Atlantis Country Club. For more info., visit www.lwvpbc.org. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host A Universe of Games for ages 5 and up on Wednesday, July 17 at 2 p.m. Have a blast indoors with new and giant board games, card games and more. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 6814100 for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host its STEAM Club for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, July 17 at 3 p.m. Use your science, design and engineering skills to make space landing crafts. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Coding with Tech Toys: Circuits Snap Circuits for ages 7 to 11 on Wednesday, July 17 at 3:30 p.m. Learn about electricity by connecting circuits to create an array of projects in a snap. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • Shulamit Hadassah will host a Po-Ke-No Night on Wednesday, July 17 at 7 p.m. at Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue Station 30 (9910 Stribling Way). Call Helene at (561) 512-3172 to RSVP. Thursday, July 18 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Kindergarten Readiness Class for ages 5 and 6 on Thursdays, July
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18 and July 25 at 3 p.m. Get a head start on your child’s education this summer. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Galaxies in a Jar for ages 9 to 17 on Thursday, July 18 at 3:30 p.m. Learn all about nebulae and create one to take home. Call (561)790-6030 to pre-register. • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free 1950s and 1960s concert by Five Boroughs, along with food trucks, on Thursday, July 18 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar. Friday, July 19 • The Village of Royal Palm Beach will host its annual Senior Expo at the newly renovated Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center (151 Civic Center Way) on Friday, July 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A wide array of exhibitors will be on hand with helpful product and service information for the senior community. Admission and parking are free. Bethesda Hospital, part of Baptist Health South Florida, will be providing free health screenings, including glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure/pulse, body composition and waist circumference. For more info., call (561) 790-5149 or visit www.royalpalmbeach.com. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host Hang the Stars with Vincent van Gogh for ages 6 to 10 on Friday, July 19 at 2 p.m. Celebrate the artist Vincent van Gogh by learning about his life and making a vibrant tissue collage inspired by his work. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Immunization Facts on Friday, July 19 at 2 p.m. The Florida Department of Health will discuss school-required vaccines and vaccines across the lifespan for adults and parents of school-aged children. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free screening of the movie Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse on Friday, July 19 at 8:30 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info. Saturday, July 20 • The Repticon West Palm Beach Reptile & Exotic Animal Show will be at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, July 20 and Sunday, July 21. For more info., visit www.repticon.com. • The Loxahatchee chapter of the Florida Trail Association will walk in Okeeheelee Park South (7500 Forest Hill Blvd.) on Saturday, July 20 at 7:20 a.m. Contact Paul Cummings at (561) 963-9906 for more info. • Have fun with the Girl Scouts and see what it is all about on Saturday, July 20 at 10 a.m. at the Mall at Wellington Green (10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) in the Live 360 room for “Painting with Ms. Lyn.” the cost of $5 includes a patch. To register, contact Peggy at suvm@phoenixsu.com or (561) 723-1285.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Books in Space with Magician Brent Gregory for all ages on Saturday, July 20 at 10:30 a.m. Celebrate the summer with amazing magic, audience participation, music and more. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Garden Talks for ages 15 and up on Saturday, July 20 at 10:30 a.m. Discuss different spaces and sizes of gardens with Extension Agent Chris Miller. Share ideas, seeds and seedlings. No knowledge is required. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Palm Beach Summer Beer Fest will be at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, July 20 from 1 to 6 p.m. Visit www.palmbeachsummerbeerfest.com for more info. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host an Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, July 20 at 2 p.m. Experience a caffeinated collection of local talent or bring your acoustic instruments and jam out. Coffee will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info. • The YMCA of the Palm Beaches (2085 S. Congress Ave., West Palm Beach) will offer salsa and cha-cha dancing on Saturday, July 20 from 3 to 4 p.m. (salsa) and 4 to 5 p.m. (cha-cha) for ages 15 and up. The cost is $5 for members and $8 for non-members. All levels are welcome. Comfortable shoes and clothing are required. For more info., call (561) 968-9622 or visit www. ymcapalmbeaches.org. • The Palm Beach County Economic Crimes Unit will hold its fourth annual Casino Night Fundraiser on Saturday, July 20 from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Palm Beach County Police Benevolent Association (2100 N. Florida Mango Road, West Palm Beach) to raise money for law enforcement fraud training scholarships. Tickets are $60 per person or $100 per couple. Tickets can be purchased by contacting Erin Giannotti at (561) 688-4076 or giannottie@pbso.org. Tickets include 2,500 gaming chips, hors d’oeuvres and two drink tickets. • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Beach Boys tribute concert by the Beach Buoys on Saturday, July 20 at 8 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar for more info. Sunday, July 21 • Have fun with the Girl Scouts and see what it is all about on Sunday, July 21 at 12:30 p.m. at the Movies at Wellington (13881 Wellington Trace) to see The Lion King. The cost of $6 includes a patch. To register, contact Peggy at suvm@phoenixsu. com or (561) 723-1285. 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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Quarterback Peyton Mainolfi Has High Expectations For RPBHS
By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report If anyone is ready for high school football this fall, it is Royal Palm Beach High School quarterback Peyton Mainolfi. The 6-foot-4, 220-pound junior was thrown into the starring role under center for the Wildcats his freshman year and has watched his first two seasons unfold without a victory. Others might have thrown in the towel, but Mainolfi has stayed the course. His dedication has earned results, most notably the Wildcats’ recent spring season. Royal Palm Beach competed in a spring jamboree against Suncoast and John I. Leonard high schools and won both games, which included two touchdown passes from Mainolfi. “I got great, valuable experience that helped me develop as a quarterback,” Mainolfi explained. “I got to learn a new system and learn to read defenses that help slow the game down for me. The second year in the system helped
our team tremendously. Everyone knows their assignments, and we’ll have a balanced attack this fall.” Mainolfi credits much of the team’s growth to head coach Davis Lowery, now entering his third season at the helm. “Coach Lowery is a great influence and has been changing the culture since the first time he came to the school,” Mainolfi said. “He has also sacrificed a lot for us, too.” Lowery has had quite a challenge in changing the culture of Wildcat football, but dividends are finally paying off for the program, especially with Mainolfi. “His spring performance came from his own hard work and development, and doing the simple things correctly,” Lowery said of Mainolfi. “He took the reads he was given and made great decisions. He also accepted the high percentage pass without forcing a throw. The offensive line played well, and our outside receivers were more precise in their routes.” Mainolfi has also taken on a
leadership role, not just with the offense but with the entire team. “He does have a leadership role in ethic and action,” Lowery said. “No one knows the offense better than him, and not many could be more reliable in execution at this point. He is willing to say the difficult thing regardless of how others may react. He has all the characteristics you want in a developing quarterback and captain.” The junior has remained busy working in camps to improve his game. “I’ve been working on my speed and footwork,” Mainolfi said. “I have also been doing seven-on-sevens to get timing down with my receivers.” Size is often an attribute you don’t get to see at the high school football level in the quarterback position. “My size helps me see over the linemen to get better throwing lanes,” Mainolfi explained. “It also helps me take more hits and be able to throw the ball when getting hit, and I feel it See MAINOLFI, page 18
Royal Palm Beach High School quarterback Peyton Mainolfi warms up before the Wildcats’ spring game against John I. Leonard.
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Wahoos Host Florida Gold Coast Palm Beach County Swim Meet
By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report On Saturday, July 6, the Wellington Wahoo swim team hosted the Florida Gold Coast Palm Beach County B Championships. The meet was open to only Palm Beach County teams, and it drew 10 teams from Jupiter to Boca Raton. In all, more than 150 swimmers hit the water at the Wellington Aquatics Complex to work on cutting their times in various events, according to longtime Wahoo swim coach Rich Whalen. “They’re trying to qualify for the Junior Olympics, senior championships and the Gold Coast senior championships,” Whalen explained. “We have first-time swimmers, some who just aged
up to the next age group and some who are just in development.” Both boys and girls in various age groups competed in freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly events. Swimmers have limited time to improve their times before the Florida Gold Coast Junior Olympics are held July 18-21. The Florida Gold Coast Senior Championships are set for July 26-28. Swimmers will have one more opportunity to work on their cuts July 12-14 in Pompano Beach in the Area One Silver Championships before the Junior Olympics. One Wahoo swimmer who has been able to significantly cut his time is 14-year-old Logan Zieschang, who competed in the 100-yard backstroke, the 100-yard
butterfly, and 200-yard freestyle events. The Wellington High School student has been improving through the summer. “I dropped some time, and I got cuts for my bigger meets,” he said. “I just worked on everything that I wasn’t doing so well on, my starts and finishes. Last time I got disqualified on a turn, but I fixed that, and it felt pretty good.” Zieschang was able to drop his time enough to not have to participate in the Silver Championships coming up in Pompano Beach. It is an impressive performance from the sophomore, considering he has only been swimming competitively for a year and a half. For more information about the Wahoo Swim Team, visit www. wellingtonswimming.com.
Rebecca Roldan competes in the girls 13 and over division 100-yard butterfly.
Wahoo swimmer Bailee Simmers starts in her over 13 division 50-yard breaststroke.
Fourteen-year-old Wahoo swimmer Logan Zieschang leads the pack in the 200-yard freestyle.
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Sixteen-year-old Wahoo swimmer Lukas Karlsson competes in the 100-yard backstroke.
Darby Glenn competes in the 50-yard breaststroke girls 11-12 division for the Wahoos.
Jensen Glenn swims in the 50-yard breaststroke for the Wahoos girls 9-10 division.
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continued from page 17 helps me throw deep passes over the top of defenses.” Winning both spring games ignited an excitement and anticipation for the approaching fall season, and Mainolfi is aware of what lies ahead. “It’ll bring an excitement to school and bring the community closer together,” he explained. “The playoffs are one of our main goals. It will help the football program a lot in the future if we make the playoffs.” Mainolfi not only has excelled on the field, but he brings equal qualities into the classroom. With a GPA of 4.0, he has drawn attention from Kansas State, the University of Florida, Navy, Harvard, Dartmouth, Cornell, Yale and the University of Pittsburgh. Their interest has grown through the summer by virtue of Mainolfi’s success at recent camps. But there is still much work to do, Lowery said. “I’ll expect more from him on ball and sideline this year, and I’m confident he’ll deliver,” he explained. “Often times,
Royal Palm Beach quarterback Peyton Mainolfi looks to throw down field against Suncoast in the spring jamboree. it’s a simple lens adjustment, since he has such a great mind. The more any player develops
the skill of being able to adjust their focus, it leads to everyone’s success around them.”
Oxbridge Academy Head of School Ralph Maurer recently announced that Pat Houlihan has accepted the director of athletics position with the school, effective July 1. In his new role, Houlihan is responsible for overseeing 23 varsity athletic teams and programs at the private college preparatory high school in West Palm Beach. Houlihan attended Northwestern University, where he was named a Big Ten Scholar-Athlete and earned the Big Ten Sportsmanship Award. He is currently completing his doctoral degree in educational leadership and management at St. Thomas University. For the past 10 years, Houlihan has taught physical education and coached basketball at the club, middle and secondary school levels. Prior to accepting the director of athletics position at Oxbridge, he served as the assistant director of athletics at the Ransom Everglades School in Coconut Grove, where he also served as the varsity basketball coach and as a faculty member.
Oxbridge Academy Director of Athletics Pat Houlihan “Encouraging and supporting our students to participate in athletics is an intrinsic element in the culture at Oxbridge,” Maurer said. “We are excited to welcome Pat Houlihan to our community and feel his distinguished athletic
career in education and his experience and approach with students will lead to a successful tenure as director of athletics.” For more information about the Oxbridge athletics program, visit www.oapb.org/athletics.
Busy August Planned At The Okeeheelee Nature Center
Wildcat quarterback Peyton Mainolfi scrambles up the middle for a gain against the Lancers in the spring game.
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The Okeeheelee Nature Center, operated by the Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation Department, has a busy month of events planned for August. Reptile Feeding — Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 1 p.m. for families of all ages. This event is free with no reservations required. Owl Feeding — Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. for families of all ages. This event is free with no reservations required. Snake Feeding — Fridays at 3:30 p.m. for families of all ages. This event is free with no reservations required. Raptor Chapter — Saturday, Aug. 3 at 10:30 a.m. for families of all ages. This program costs $3 per person and provides a special, up-close and personal experience with the birds of prey living at the nature center. Learn about their unique adaptations and behaviors
and find out what to do to help raptors in the wild. Deer & Raptor Walk — Saturday, Aug. 10 at 10:30 a.m. for families of all ages. This program costs $3 per person. Go on a behind-the-scenes tour of the deer and raptor compounds to see the animals up close and learn about these unique creatures. Owl Yoga — Saturday, Aug. 17 at 9:30 a.m. for ages 12 and over. This program costs $15 per person. Enjoy a 60-minute slow yoga class while experiencing the peaceful vibes of the nature center’s resident owls as they gaze from their perches. The class will incorporate owl facts and owl-inspired movements and will allow time for questions and photos at the end. Nature Walk — Saturday, Aug. 24 at 10:30 a.m. for families of all ages. This event is free with no reservations required. Go on a free guided nature walk through
the pine flatwoods ecosystem and learn about the plants and animals that live there. Archery for Beginners — Saturday, Aug. 31 at 9:30 a.m. for ages eight and over. This program costs $10 per person. Learn the basics of archery from safety to shooting and develop a great new skill during this two-hour program. Equipment is provided. Space is limited. The Okeeheelee Nature Center is located in Okeeheelee Park at 7715 Forest Hill Blvd. For more information, visit www.pbcnature. com. All programs are by reservation only, unless otherwise noted. Register online at www.pbcparks. com. Under “Online Services,” click on “Register/Pay for Program,” or visit the nature center to register and make payment. All participants are required to sign a program participation form at the start of each program.
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July 12 - July 18, 2019
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OPEN 24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK. APPOINTMENTS AND WALK INS ALWAYS WELCOME! State Of The Art Medicine At State Of The Economy Pricing
Palms West Veterinary Hospital Now Offering All New
• Laser Therapy • Digital X-Ray Regular Office Hours 7 Days a Week • 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Walk-Ins Always Accepted
Dr. Ira Grossman has been providing personalized affordable small animal veterinary services since 1980.
URGENT CARE WITH PRICES THAT ARE FAIR! OPEN 24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK URGENT CARE WITH A FLORIDA LICENSED VETERINARIAN ON PREMISES 24 HOURS A DAY
CALL 798-2780
We offer full veterinary services for small animals: • Heartworm Prevention • International Health Certificates • In-House Labs
• Medical Boarding • Annual Wellness Exams • Preventive Care • Surgery
• Spay/Neuter • Dental Care • Flea & Tick Treatments • Rabies & Other Vaccines
556 Folsom Road, Loxahatchee • Ph: 561-798-2780 Fax: 561-793-2601 Email: palmswestvet@gmail.com • www.palmswestveterinary.com
WE WILL MEET OR BEAT ANY OTHER LIQUOR STORE’S LOCALLY ADVERTISED PRICES! Offer valid only when presenting local competitors print ad
Also Visit Us At Our
Wellington
Stuart Location
13860 Wellington Trace
5899 Southeast Fed. Hwy D-1
(The Courtyard Shops) Right Next Door To Publix
(Coves Center)
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561-429-3569 VODKA
SCOTCH/WHISKEY
Svedka Vodka ............................. $20.99 Three Olives Vodka ..................... $24.99 Skyy Vodka ................................ $19.99 Platinum Vodka .......................... $15.99 Pinnacle Vodka (Regular) ............. $18.99 Pinnacle Vodka (All Flavors) ......... $19.99 Tito’s Vodka ............................... $32.99 Ketel One Vodka ........................ $39.99 Stoli Vodka ................................. $29.99 Ciroc Vodka ............................... $29.99 Chopin Vodka ............................ $27.99 Skol Vodka ................................ $13.99 Grey Goose Vodka....................... $24.99 Grey Goose Vodka....................... $49.99 Absolut Vodka ............................ $29.99
1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 750ML 750ML 1.75L 750ML 1.75L 1.75L
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Seagrams Gin ............................. $19.99 Beefeater Gin ............................ $26.99 Tanqueray Gin ............................. $35.99 Bombay Sapphire Gin .................. $35.99
1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L
LIQUORS Bailey’s Irish Cream .................... $20.99 Kahlua ....................................... $35.99
750ML 1.75L
TEQUILA
Jose Cuervo................................ $33.99 Sauza Tequila (Light/Dark) ......... $22.99 Patron Silver .............................. $42.99 Partido Blanco Tequila ................ $35.99
1.75L 1.75L 750ML 750ML
Dewars Scotch Whisky ...............$28.99 J.W. Red Label Scotch ................$31.99 Chivas Regal ..............................$49.99 Clan MacGregor Rare Blended ....$19.99 J&B Scotch ................................$34.99 Ballentine’s Scotch ....................$27.99 Seagram’s VO.............................$24.99 Jameson’s Irish Whiskey .............$46.99 Courvoisier VS Cognac................$19.99 Crown Royal (Regular) ................$39.99 Canadian Club ............................$19.99 Glenlivet 12 yrs. .........................$79.99 Jim Beam(Regular) .....................$12.99 Jim Beam (All Flavors) ................$14.99 Jim Beam (Regular) ...................$24.99
1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L
Grey Goose Vodka $24.99 750ML $49.99 1.75L
1.75L 1.75L 750ML 1.75L 1.75L
Jim Beam
1.75L
All Flavors
750ML
$14.99 750ML
750ML 1.75L
all
RUM Captain Morgan Rum .................. $22.99 Bacardi Rum (Light & Dark) ........ $17.99 Brugal Anejo Rum ....................... $30.99 Appleton Rum............................. $25.99 Ron Rico (Light & Dark) ............. $16.99 Mount Gay Rum .......................... $39.99 Don Q Rum (Light & Dark) .......... $21.99 Sailor Jerry Rum ......................... $26.99 Malibu Rum ............................... $22.99 Admiral Nelson 80 Rum .............. $16.99 Cruzan Rum (Light & Dark) ........ $22.99 Ron Zacapa Rum ....................... $39.99
1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L
Patron Silver Tequila $42.99 750ML
1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L
These prices good with this ad only. Good thru 7/30/2019. Photos are for illustrative purposes only. We are not responsible for Typographical errors.
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