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Page 23 Economic Shifts Could Bring Big Changes To State Road 7

Facing long-term issues ranging from challenges in retail real estate to talks of new public transit options in the area, the Village of Royal Palm Beach hosted a public workshop Thursday, June 23 with the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council to share potential design concepts and gain input from the community regarding the future of four major parcels along the State Road 7 corridor. Page 3 The Royal Palm Beach Rotary Club held its 32nd annual awards dinner and induction ceremony on Friday, June 17 at Hilary’s Restaurant & Deli. The officers for 2022-23 were installed, including incoming President Romeo Siquijor. Shown above, incoming President Romeo Siquijor gets a Rotarian of the Year award from outgoing President Steve Epstein. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 16 PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Retro Fitness Debuts New Health Club On SR 7 In Wellington

Retro Fitness, one of the fastest-growing health club franchises, held the grand opening of its new club in Wellington on Saturday, June 25. Located at 816 S. State Road 7 in the Shoppes of Isla Verde, the Wellington location features world-class strength and cardio equipment, communal areas, group classes, a smoothie bar, a pro shop and much more. Page 18

Indian Trail Staff Proposes Sizable Budget Increase

By Louis Hillary Park Town-Crier Staff Report The Indian Trail Improvement District’s budget for fiscal year 2022-23 could nearly double to $24.3 million under a “wish list” proposal presented by staff to the ITID Board of Supervisors at a Wednesday, June 22 workshop meeting. However, the budget is likely to be pared down before the final spending plan is approved. “I’d like to be driving a Mercedes, too. But these are taxpayer dollars, and we need to figure out ways to make these dollars spread a little bit further,” said ITID Vice President Betty Argue, specifically referring to a $2.1 million proposal to purchase new road and canal cleaning equipment and several new pickups. “We need to make do with what we have where we can.” ITID’s 2021-22 budget was $12.5 million with an average per-acre assessment of $600. Next year’s staff proposal suggested an

$11.7 million increase. Since each $50 per acre/district-wide assessment generates approximately $1 million for ITID’s coffers, a $600 per acre increase would be necessary to fully fund the proposal. That does not include the $53 per acre assessment in some of the district’s units to fund the R3 road program. “While I agree this [proposed increase] is astronomical, residents have been asking for all this [road and canal] work, and it can’t be done for nothing,” said Supervisor Jennifer Hager, who is not seeking re-election this year after 12 years on the board. “Repairing all this infrastructure, paving this and milling that… It doesn’t happen for free.” Supervisor Keith Jordano said he did not want to see residents pay more in assessments but added that supervisors need to stop kicking infrastructure and other major projects down the road. “It’s a hard pill to swallow…

[but] it’s pay me now or pay me later,” Jordano said. With costs increasing rapidly, the same work could cost much more several years from now. “Residents will appreciate if we bit the bullet today for what it will save them in the future,” Jordano said. Argue said that tough decisions will need to be made. “No one in the district, no matter what they’ve asked for, is going to want to pay double while their taxes also are going up with [Palm Beach County],” she said. “So, we need to look at a cheaper way of moving forward.” That could be done by paring back some of the proposed equipment purchases. “Maybe we can cut two million to one million,” Argue said. “If we can do that in several places, then we can put ourselves in a better place until next year.” That process already is well See ITID BUDGET, page 7

RPB Council Takes First Step In Creating New Zoning Category

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By Callie Sharkey Town-Crier Staff Report The Village of Royal Palm Beach is planning for the future with the creation of a new zoning category called Mixed Use Social Center (MSX). The new MSX zoning is envisioned for the central gathering area of the new Tuttle Royale neighborhood. The Royal Palm Beach Village Council approved the first reading of a comprehensive plan text amendment on Thursday, June 16. It was the first step in allowing developers to design taller buildings that will utilize the upper floors for residential space and the ground floor for commercial use, such as retail shops. Vice Mayor Selena Samios dissented in the 4-1 vote for approval. “My concern, three of them for a fact, were noise issues for the residents, so that tips me off. The height density, the traffic — one thing that residents tell us all the time is the influx that is already

on that intersection and what more this will bring,” Samios said. “The size of it scares me, so I’d like to hear why [planning and zoning staff] approved it.” Planning & Zoning Director Bradford O’Brien explained that the density of MSX projects would be limited in their locations to be used based on the size requirement of 40-plus acres. Village Manager Ray Liggins said that growth will happen. The village’s job is to create smarter growth. “Yes, this brings more traffic. A hundred people a day moved to Palm Beach County last year; 1,500 people a day moved to Florida. There is not a law out there you can pass to keep this from happening. They are coming here,” Liggins said. “There’s 22 million people living in Florida now. There will be 35 million people living in Florida 50 years from now. They will come here. Providing them an alternative place to live versus

half-acre or quarter-acre lots in the Everglades Agricultural Area between here and Belle Glade might help minimize that from happening. In the urban areas between us and the coast, projects like this are being done by all the cities to give people, the seniors, the young people an alternative. It is more efficient for Florida. It does have the potential of protecting more sensitive lands by doing this. In the meantime, you will get more traffic.” Other council members were convinced and supported the MSX land use category, as long as it is applied for specific, limited uses. “I love when we have these discussions,” said Mayor Fred Pinto, who likes the idea of providing transportation options to people outside of cars. “To put another context on this situation, this traffic is not going to be generated from the core of our village. It’s on the outskirts. We are embarking down See RPB ZONING, page 7

Council Picks Ramaglia To Serve As New Lox Groves Town Manager

By Joshua Manning Town-Crier Staff Report After nearly two hours of interviewing five candidates to replace retiring Town Manager Jamie Titcomb, the Loxahatchee Groves Town Council unanimously chose Assistant Village Manager Francine Ramaglia as its top choice to replace Titcomb on Tuesday, June 21. Town Attorney Elizabeth Lenihan has begun contract negotiations with Ramaglia, who is already serving as interim town manager. An agreement is expected to be in place soon and could be finalized at the Tuesday, July 5 council meeting. At the meeting, the council interviewed the finalists one by one with Lenihan overseeing the process. There were supposed to

be seven finalists, but two did not show up. “I want to welcome our candidates and tell them that we appreciate all the time it takes to submit their qualifications and participate in the interview process,” Lenihan said. To keep the process moving smoothly, the candidates were limited to three-minute opening statements, followed by two questions posed by each council member. Councilwoman Phillis Maniglia opted out of the questioning process. Each interview lasted approximately 20 minutes. The candidates were interviewed in alphabetical order, and aside from Ramaglia, also included: Mark Kutney, who has direct experience with the town, See RAMAGLIA, page 4

WELLINGTON ROTARY INSTALLATION DINNER

The Wellington Rotary Club held its annual Awards Banquet and Installation Ceremony on Saturday, June 18 at the Wanderers Club. New board members were installed by Frank Suess, including incoming President Tiffany Rodriguez. Shown above, outgoing President Tom Carreras hands incoming President Tiffany Rodriguez the gavel. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 5 PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Wellington Board Picks Top Cop, Top Firefighter Honorees

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report Wellington’s Public Safety Committee heard a presentation on the nominees for the village’s annual Top Cop and Top Firefighter awards on Wednesday, June 22, voting to bestow the Top Cop honor on Deputy Harold Harper and the Top Firefighter award on Firefighter Shane Armstrong. Harper and Armstrong will be formally recognized and presented with their awards at the Wednesday, Sept. 21 meeting of the Wellington Village Council. There were two nominees from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office. Lt. Eli Shaivitz nominated

Deputy Harold Harper, while Sgt. James Benedict nominated Agent Nick Holberton. “We struggle with this every year,” Shaivitz said, “because we have a lot of great deputies. There’s a lot of good going on. It’s tough for us even to bring a few to the forefront. We try to find nominees who have, for the past year, some type of consistent, exemplary work. That’s why these, once again, are some good, good nominations.” In his nomination letter for Harper, Shaivitz noted that Harper has been the liaison to the Village of Wellington since 2020, and with See AWARDS, page 7

Panther Ridge Welcomes New African Leopard Cub

By Callie Sharkey Town-Crier Staff Report The Panther Ridge Conservation Center in Loxahatchee Groves recently welcomed its newest resident, a female African leopard cub, which brings the total number of exotic cats living at the haven to 23. Even though the facility is a popular destination for those visiting Palm Beach County, Panther Ridge’s focus is not just to be a wildlife attraction, but to promote education and conservation for endangered and threatened big cats. “Scarlet is a three-month-old, endangered African leopard that came from another facility. She found her forever home at Panther

Ridge, and we plan to eventually introduce an unrelated male to her,” Panther Ridge Head Keeper Sadie Ryan explained. Panther Ridge is part of a highly specialized and regulated network of facilities that work to save these majestic creatures from going extinct. This is why the sanctuary works hard to maintain accreditations with both the Zoological Association of America and the Feline Conservation Federation. Locals and tourists can also explore the facility with a variety of options on just how up close and personal they would like to get with the animals. You can even go for a walk with a cheetah (no direct contact with the animal) and take

home a personal painting from the cats themselves. There are group tours available for schools, and all tours at the facility must be booked in advance. The center does not currently offer walk-ins. Call (561) 795-8914 to set up a visit. If Scarlet the leopard is what draws you to the sanctuary, know that she will be sharing her space with a roommate soon. “Since we also have a one-yearold female Amur leopard, Mischa, that is alone, we will work on introducing the two leopard girls so they can have some companionship,” Ryan said. “We will not be offering encounters with Scarlet due to our accreditation association prohibiting the public to have contact with Class I cats.”

When the weather cools, Panther Ridge will re-open its Twilight Tours program, which provides an opportunity to see the cats after dark, when many species are most active. “We will be getting a new species soon, making Panther Ridge home to 10 species of felines,” Ryan said. “So, definitely be on the lookout for the new addition.” A nonprofit organization, Panther Ridge, located at 2143 D Road in Loxahatchee Groves, is open to all ages, and tours are available by reservation seven days a week. Call (561) 795-8914 or visit www.pantherridge.org for more information on programs, as well as volunteer or internship opportunities.

Scarlet, a three-month-old, endangered African leopard, now calls Panther Ridge her home.

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Economic Shifts Could Bring Big Changes To State Road 7

By Callie Sharkey Town-Crier Staff Report Facing long-term issues ranging from challenges in retail real estate to talks of new public transit options in the area, the Village of Royal Palm Beach hosted a public workshop Thursday, June 23 with the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council to share potential design concepts and gain input from the community regarding the future of four major parcels along the State Road 7 corridor. Mayor Fred Pinto greeted those in attendance at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center. “This is a very important topic that we have incorporated into our strategic thinking and looking down the road,” he said. “Things change, so this is part of a process for us to get smarter and to help us in our decision-making.

Tonight, we are looking for input from you.” Village Manager Ray Liggins laid a foundation for the presentation by explaining that the vision for SR 7 shifted after the pandemic began. Some larger retail stores filed for bankruptcy, and there was pressure to just fill the space with residential housing. “We thought that it would be better not to wait for the development community to come to us, but instead re-envisioning the corridor ourselves,” Liggins said. “We couldn’t think of a better group than Treasure Cost to engage in helping us with that.” He also reminded attendees of the TPA’s work on proposed improvements to the transit system in Palm Beach County, which could include stops directly on SR 7. Urban Design Director Dana Little presented the drawings and

concepts for the possible future redevelopment of four different parcels along the corridor. He focused on three primary components, including connectivity, what should redevelopment of these areas look like, and how should existing land use codes be adjusted to achieve those directives. “You’ve got this very robust bicycle connection throughout the village, but there are still a few missing links here and there,” Little said, adding that another key objective is “first and last mile” improvements. “If you ever find yourself at your last stop but not your destination, it’s an uncomfortable environment to get to that last or first mile. Those distances, that link between the transit service and what your ultimate destination will be, is very important — and we haven’t done a great job throughout South Florida.”

Additional Indian Trail Candidates Set Up August Primaries For Three Seats

By Louis Hillary Park Town-Crier Staff Report Three candidates will vie for each of three seats open this year on the Indian Trail Improvement District Board of Supervisors. When the Friday, June 17 filing deadline past, the races were set, creating Tuesday, Aug. 23 primaries for seats 1, 3 and 5. Running in Seat 1 are Elizabeth Accomando, who lives on Carol Street in Santa Rosa Groves; Orange Blvd. resident Benjamin Beerman; and Jerrad Jablonski of 61st Place North. Supervisor Jennifer Hager, who has held the seat since 2010, is not seeking re-election. The Seat 3 candidates are Patricia Farrell, who resides on 87th Lane North; incumbent Supervisor Joni Martin, a Hall Blvd. resident; and Grissel Ramos, who lives on 37th Place North. The candidates for Seat 5 are incumbent Supervisor Michael Johnson of 64th Place North; Tangerine Blvd. resident John Rivera; and Todd Wax of 61st Lane North. SEAT 1 CANDIDATES Accomando moved to Florida in 1991 and into the district in 2013. With a background as an insur-

ance adjuster and business owner, she was a prime supporter of the push to activate her rural neighborhood of Santa Rosa Groves. She is founder and secretary/treasurer of Barky Pines Animal Rescue & Sanctuary. Beerman has a background in property management for public and private properties of all sizes, according to a statement he included with his Supervisor of Elections filing. Jablonski is the owner of Jabrewski’s Pizza Company, founded in 2015, in the Acreage Shopping Center on Seminole Pratt Whitney Road, according to his filing. SEAT 3 CANDIDATES Farrell is part owner of KP Farrell Inc., an athletic training facility. She also manages a Palm Beach condominium building, according to her filing with the Supervisor of Elections. Martin is a single mother who has lived in Florida for 20 years, the western communities for 12 years and the Indian Trail area for six. A makeup artist with a background in retail sales who studied radio and TV production in college, Martin is seeking her

second term on the board. Ramos, who was born in Cuba and grew up in Miami and California, returned to South Florida where she has held administrative positions with a major credit card company. She and her husband moved to the ITID area in 2006. Ramos said she’s ready to become more involved in the community. SEAT 5 CANDIDATES Johnson, who serves currently as president of the ITID board, is a manager with TKM Bengard Farms. Located in Belle Glade, Bengard Farms bills itself as the largest lettuce grower east of the Mississippi River. Rivera, a locksmith by trade, is the president and owner of Sunshine Safe & Lock. A local equestrian activist, he has lived in the area since 1999 and previously ran for Seat 5 in 2018. Wax, an electrician, is the owner of Wax Electric LCC, a family owned and operating electrical company. In 2019, the Village of Royal Palm Beach honored Wax with a 20-year service award. He began his career there as an electrician in the public works department and was a plan review analyst at the time of the award ceremony.

Bicycle, pedestrian and park connections involved the TCRPC identifying a variety of locations to improve linkages. Recommendations include a connection from Preservation Park to Royal Palm Commons Park; additional crosswalks and shade trees in Robiner Park, along with a sidewalk to bridge connection at Sparrow Drive; and a pedestrian bridge over Okeechobee Blvd at Sparrow Drive. “This is not an easy redevelopment corridor,” said Little in reference to SR 7. “How do you create an address on SR 7 that would be a desirable place for people to go?” He began with the street connections around the new Tuttle Royale development, specifically Erica Blvd. and Lulfs Road, both of which are under development. Currently, the Lulfs Road plan is a two-way street with four-foot unprotected bike lanes on either side, a seven-foot strip of landscape bracketed by five-foot sidewalks. The new design by TCRPC would reduce the width of the street and remove the unprotected bike lanes. The sidewalks would shift to multi-purpose walking/biking lanes and be 10 feet wide instead of five. Shade trees would be planted in the seven-foot landscape sections between the sidewalk and street. Erica Blvd. currently is planned to have an 80-foot right of way for traffic with a 12-foot median, four-foot bike lanes on both sides and a separated five-foot sidewalk. Again, the suggestion is to change the sidewalk plan to a 10-foot multipurpose path on either side, with a reduction in the travel lanes. The median would expand to allow for shade trees. A prime redevelopment candidate is the Village Shoppes. This 31-acre section has three vacant parcels. The initial concept alters the space to create a small urban neighborhood with mixed-use buildings containing both retail shops and residential housing in the upper levels and townhomes. The existing Planet Fitness remains in place in the potential design. “There are almost an infinite number of ways to design each one of these sites. What we are illustrating are the principles. The principles are what should not be negotiable going forward. Creating a network of streets and blocks that are walkable with sidewalks

A proposed design concept presented by planners that reimagines the Regal Cinemas plaza to include a mixed use of residential and retail with wide areas of walkable, open space. and shade trees. That the fronts of buildings face the fronts of buildings, not the back of buildings. You do not want to have your new residents facing a dumpster or the back of somebody else’s building,” Little said. The Coral Sky Plaza is just over 25 acres with three outparcels. The rough sketches presented included three city-sized blocks with buildings of five to seven stories. The concept is similar to structures currently in West Palm Beach and are intended to build upward and open up more green space. The current space is all paved. The seven-story option was mentioned as part of an incentive program meant to be flexible. A design concept for the current plaza with Regal Cinema, which will remain in place, presented a vast central open space with mixed-use commercial and residential buildings over what is currently a large parking lot. Next up was the undeveloped 52 acres at the southeast corner of SR 7 and Okeechobee Blvd. known as the Weldon property. It is already zoned for general commercial use. The purpose of the design process is to look ahead and let the community decide what is desired in that space. “With the very few restrictions, there is an opportunity to create a whole urban neighborhood with different buildings, different densities, different price points and create a frontage along SR 7 that doesn’t exist today,” Little said. “These obviously aren’t final

plans. There’s an infinite number of ways to design this, but it’s the principles that are really important.” This means creating a significant amount of open space and addressing housing issues. Little stressed that the designs presented were ideas that had been developed with the TPA and village input but are not at all set in stone. The regulatory recommendations included the creation of a new land use category called Commercial Corridor Mixed-Use (CCMU). This category would apply to sites more than 15 acres in size and would not have set percentages for usage, except for a requirement that 20 percent of open space also be usable space. The category could include buildings of five to seven stories. “The idea, as in any city, is that these properties develop in a way that you hope will be timeless. City buildings change use over time, they adaptively change to the market conditions,” Little said. “The objective here is not to try to overly densify the village, but to figure out ways to have some increase in density so you get the other good stuff like the well-defined parks and trees and open space.” The workshop recording is available on the village’s YouTube channel, and any feedback, inquiries and ideas can be directed to Planning & Zoning Director Bradford O’Brien at bobrien@ royalpalmbeach.com or (561) 753-1120.

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Five Candidates Vying For District 6 Seat On School Board

By Joshua Manning Town-Crier Staff Report Incumbent Marcia Andrews faces four challengers in her bid to secure a fourth term representing District 6 on the Palm Beach County School Board. Andrews, who won a third term unopposed in 2018, this time faces a race that includes Wellington businessman Jeff Browning, schoolteacher V. Deanne Ewers, and parent activists Jennifer Showalter and Amanda Silvestri. The primary will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 23. If no candidate gets more than 50 percent of the vote, the top two vote-getters will advance to the general election in November. District 6 includes most of the western communities and the Glades. Marcia Andrews — A resident of Royal Palm Beach, Andrews was first elected in 2010 after a long career in education. “I am the best qualified candidate to serve,” she said. “I have served 45 years in public education. I have served in every capacity — as a teacher, assistant principal, principal and chief of human resources for 15 years.” Giving recent difficulties, Andrews is not surprised by the number of candidates. “We are at a new day with the issues as it relates to the pandemic, so there are more people who are questioning the work that we do,” she said. Nevertheless, Andrews is proud of how the district managed the unprecedented challenges posed by the pandemic. “We were able to reverse from in-school learning to remote learning and back without many hitches,” she said. “In Palm Beach County, we were able to open our schools in a manner that was safe and effective.” Andrews also called attention to increased security and mental health services. “We have a police officer in every school, in some schools more than one,” she noted. “I am proud that we have mental health services available in each school, and I’m proud that we have co-located services to help those mental health experts. That will help our students and teachers.” Andrews said she is pleased that a new school police chief is ready to take the agency “to the next level.” “School security is very important,” she said. “I want to thank the public for passing the referendum, because a part of that was for school security. That includes the training necessary, such as active shooter training. We will continue to bolster these areas.” This includes implementing new technology, such as nametags that can summon an emergency response. Andrews also highlighted her support for teachers. “Without our wonderful teachers, we would not be able to get this work done. One thing that I will focus on over the next four years is to be an active supporter for our teachers,” she said. “We have got to provide more professional development.” She pushed back against those who have criticized the board for a lack of parental input. “I am someone who believes in parental voices,” she said. “I have parental advisory committees that I participate in each month. Within our schools, we have school advisory councils and PTAs/PTOs. Parents are the power brokers in the school district, and I always

Ramaglia

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continued from page 1 having served as town manager from 2011 to 2014 during the previous contract with Underwood Management Services Group; Lynn Ladner, who has experience in small, local governments of agricultural communities; Larry Tibbs, a resident of the Acreage/ Loxahatchee area who is currently the manager of the City of Moore Haven; and Chandler Williamson, the former manager of the City of Pahokee. Ramaglia, who joined the Loxahatchee Groves staff in 2018, previously worked as an assistant village manager in Wellington. “The reason I originally came

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want parents actively involved.” While the district angered some people with its mask mandate, Andrews insisted that the board did what was necessary based on the advice of its health experts. “I didn’t take it lightly, but I had to make the decisions necessary to keep our children safe,” she said. “We were not trying to usurp anybody. We were trying to keep people safe.” While Andrews does not have children of her own currently as students, she does have personal ties to the district. “My daughter is a veteran teacher in Palm Beach County,” Andrews said. “She is a graduate of Palm Beach County schools. I have five grandchildren. Four have graduated from the School District of Palm Beach County, and the fifth is going into high school here in District 6.” She asked the voters to continue the support her. “I am happy and thankful for the support that I always received and ready to answer questions and present myself as the most viable choice to continue to serve as a school board member over the next four years,” Andrews said. To learn more about Andrews, visit www.marciaandrewsforschoolboard.com. Jeff Browning — Currently a Realtor, Browning is perhaps better known for his work with Browning & Becker, the construction company he owned for 29 years that worked on many projects throughout the western communities. “I have been in the western communities since 1987,” he said. “I have been involved in sports, construction, real estate and rental properties. I put kids through the public school system in the western communities. I’m also the president of my HOA. You’ve got a $4.1 billion budget with the school district, and I am someone who has worked with large companies with large budgets.” Browning said he got into the race at the urging of friends and supporters. “Several of my friends asked me to run. That’s what started it. They are not happy with the way things are going with the school board,” he said. “People are not happy with the fact that parents do not have much involvement, and I don’t think the board is looking for input from the parents.” If elected, Browning said one of the areas he would focus on is school security. “My biggest concern is security, of course, and I am one of those people who feel that the sheriff’s department should take over the school police,” he said.

He also wants to bring people together, creating commons bonds between the school board, the teachers and parents. “That way, we can all work together toward some common goals,” Browning said. “I don’t see why we can’t all work together.” Browning said he is not in the race specifically to challenge Andrews, but rather make improvements to the system. In his view, the school board’s job is to make sure that the district is staying on the right track, and after the last few years, he feels that a course correction is needed. “I’m just not happy with the school board itself,” Browning said. “I’m not looking to tear the school board and the school district apart. I’m just trying to get us all to work as a team.” To learn more about Browning, visit www.thekidscomefirst.info. V. Deanne Ewers — A resident of the Acreage/Loxahatchee area, Ewers has been a teacher with the school district for 20 years. “I have taught at all grade levels — elementary, middle, high school and adult education,” Ewers said. “I also coached girls soccer for two years and was a high school newspaper sponsor.” This includes three years teaching reading and ESOL at Glades Central High School. Most recently, she worked as a reading teacher at Lake Worth High School. “I am running because I am a teacher, and I believe that as a teacher, I am equipped with the knowledge and experience to improve and change our present educational system for the better,” Ewers said. “I am the best candidate because I have up-to-date insight on what is going on inside the classroom, and I understand what teachers need.” She is concerned about school security and feels there must be better ways to get students out of classrooms quickly and safely in the case of an emergency. “Right now, we don’t have the best Code Red system here in Palm Beach County,” Ewers said. “That is important to the kids and the teachers. Safety is really the most important thing right now. I can help make the changes that are needed.” She has discussed the situation with her students, and they are scared. “Kids need a way to escape,” she said. “The kids are afraid of what can happen. There has got to be a way that we can use technology to pinpoint exactly where the shooter is, and that can be a chance to get the kids out of the window and out of the building as quickly as possible.” Ewers is most proud of the work

she has done to help her students pass their exams, graduate and go on to college or a career. “I work with them to help them,” she said. “I enjoy these one-on-one things with students; helping them work through the process of getting into life. There are many emotional and social issues. It is not about education only. It is about meeting the needs of the whole child.” Ewers believes that several things need to be added into the curriculum, such as typing classes, financial literacy, and how to properly use office programs like Word and Excel. “We need more software engineering classes with a focus on coding to help kids advance with computer technology,” she said. Ewers also believes that additional salary increases are needed for teachers. “The recent referendum was only a temporary fix,” she said. “A lot of teachers will get hurt financially. Too many are leaving because it is too expensive to live here.” She would also like to see programs in place to bridge the gap between minority students and law enforcement. “Many minority students don’t trust the police,” Ewers said. “A program is needed to close the gap.” To learn more about Ewers, visit www.ewersinspiration.com then click “About.” Jennifer Showalter — A mother of three who lives in Wellington, Showalter is very critical of recent decisions made by the school board, particularly as it relates to the pandemic and the curriculum. “My daughter Sydney just graduated in May as valedictorian at Wellington High School,” she said. “I am also the mother of two special needs sons. I have lived with the nuclear fallout that is our current educational system.” Showalter has been a regular attendee at school board meetings for the past two years. “I have witnessed the behavior of the board toward taxpaying citizens, as well as having my own two special needs sons’ medical math mandate exemptions denied,” she said. “That led me to do more in-depth research in what exactly is going on with our schools, and what I found was incredibly disturbing. I knew that I had to step in to help turn the ship around.” Showalter said that her two decades in the field of communications as a graphic designer, brand specialist and messaging expert give her insight into something currently lacking on the board. “I have the skill set and the professional experience to rebuild

what is extremely lacking, which is communication, transparency and accountability,” she said. “I am also a researcher, so I am the only candidate who has gone indepth and compiled the data on our academic performance.” Her goal is “to restore the power back to the people.” “For too long, teachers, parents, students and taxpaying citizens have not been represented and had a seat at the table to help develop solutions to our problems,” Showalter said. “We need someone on that board to respect parents’ rights, individual rights of employees and the rights of special needs students. The ESE/IEP programs need an overhaul, and we need to eradicate political indoctrination. We should be teaching children how to think, not what to think.” Showalter said that she will work to restore communication avenues, create solutions and refocus on academics. “We need to return to personal responsibility and strong work ethics in a can-do environment,” she said. Showalter said that the school board was out of line in some of the decisions made during the pandemic. “The citizens are tired of being ignored,” she said. “They are upset that the school board refused to follow the law. They were found in non-compliance by the board of education and fined. We need to restore respect and trust, and the school board needs to be more transparent with where the money is going.” Showalter also wants to see better pay for teachers and more funding for sports teams and music groups. There is also a growing problem with bullying that must be addressed, she added. Showalter sees Andrews as someone whose time has passed. “The incumbent has served 12 years, and it is time for a fresh, parental approach,” she said. She does not believe that many graduates are ready for the real world. “I have talked with local businesses, and they are concerned because the students they hire cannot problem-solve to complete the task,” Showalter said. “We need to refocus on academics and stop the learn-to-test method. They need to develop the skills to learn to retain material.” On the campaign trail, she has seen voters who are eager for change. “I don’t think this is a usual scenario, and people are doing their due diligence,” Showalter said. “People are very invested in meeting the candidates and learning about them for themselves.” Learn more about Showalter at www.votejenpbsd.com.

Amanda Silvestri — A Wellington resident, Silvestri is the mother of two children at Wellington Elementary School. “I’m very involved in their education, and I’m always the room mom and help on the PTO board,” she said. “I’m very involved in the classroom.” She is running a campaign that aims to put “education over politics.” “Over the past two years, I’ve been very eyes wide open to the policies that the school board has made, and I feel that it has been more of a shift toward politics rather than education-based decisions,” Silvestri said. “Children and teachers don’t seem to be coming first. A lot of this seems to have come first from COVID-19 policy, and school safety doesn’t seem to have been a priority.” She would like to see school safety be a bigger priority to prevent a local tragedy. “I would like to see some of the safety changes needed in our schools come to fruition,” Silvestri said. “We need to take a look at the school police to make sure we have enough staffing on all the campuses and make sure they have the training and recourses they need to protect our children while they are on campus. We need to look at our schools to make sure they are secure.” She feels that her background as a paralegal will help her with her work on the school board. “I stepped away from my career to raise my children,” Silvestri said. “I am very well-versed in reviewing documents and asking pertinent questions. I want to ensure that all of the children in Palm Beach County have access to a world-class education. I want to provide transparent communications to our parents, teachers, officers and the community. I want to provide strong leadership, integrity and accountability.” Silvestri noted that the incumbent does not have children in the school system and has served three terms on the board. “I do believe that it is time for a fresh voice on the board,” she said. “With seven members on the board, only one of them has children in school currently, so I think it is time for there to be a few parents on the board.” She aims to provide that parental voice. “Since I have been on the campaign trail, I have met with many parents,” Silvestri said. “Bullying and violence is a humongous issue in our schools, and it needs to be addressed and handled properly.” Learn more about Silvestri at www.silvestriforschoolboard.com.

here was to help consolidate two governments that had longstanding differences,” she said, referring to the merger of the Loxahatchee Groves Water Control District with the Town of Loxahatchee Groves. “We have come a long way, but we still have more things to do.” She said she has enjoyed her time with the community and wishes to continue to serve the town. “I had the good fortune of growing up in the western communities, and I am familiar with the importance of keeping the rural character of this community,” Ramaglia said. “I do definitely understand the equestrian community, and also the agricultural community.” Ramaglia added that she is a certified planner, a certified public accountant and a certified manager.

Vice Mayor Laura Danowski asked Ramaglia to define “government light,” which is the term the town has used since incorporation to describe its local government. Ramaglia said it is all about not being “pennywise and pound foolish.” “I think contract management is the key with government light,” she said. “I’m committed to analyzing what we should keep in house because it is more efficient and effective, and agree that we need to contract certain things out, and manage those contracts better.” Mayor Robert Shorr asked what Ramaglia would do if stopped by a resident to report a neighbor’s code violation. “I would always listen to the resident, however, I’m the wrong person to do code enforcement,”

she said. “I cannot get involved in it. However, I can lead them to who can help them. Listening is always the first thing to do with any resident, or any person who has a concern.” Councilwoman Marianne Miles asked how Ramaglia would handle a pro-active approach to items the council sets as a priority when it comes to the budget. “Where we are right now is working through our priorities,” Ramaglia said. “We came forward with a paving plan last year, and one of the things we are doing right

now is revising that paving plan to include the necessary elements of drainage. Now that we have a paving plan, how do we do it better?” Councilwoman Marge Herzog asked how Ramaglia would react to a council member overstepping their authority. “Council people are very passionate about the public service that they are giving back to the community. Many times, they do not know what they can and cannot do,” she said. “I think it all comes back to training.” After all the interviews, the

council reconvened to consider their choices. Lenihan gave them several options on how to proceed. The council agreed that each member should name their first choice for the job and see where that left them. It didn’t take long for the choice to become clear, since Ramaglia was the top choice for all five council members. Maniglia then made a motion to offer the position to Ramaglia, pending agreement to a negotiated contract. The motion passed unanimously.

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WELLINGTON ROTARY HOLDS AWARDS BANQUET & INSTALLATION CEREMONY

The Wellington Rotary Club held its annual Awards Banquet and Installation Ceremony on Saturday, June 18 at the Wanderers Club. New board members were installed by Frank Suess, including incoming President Tiffany Rodriguez. Outgoing President Tom Carreras presented a number of special awards. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

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Wellington Board Hears Upbeat Reports From PBSO, PBCFR

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report Wellington’s Public Safety Committee heard annual reports Wednesday, June 22 from Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Eli Shaivitz and Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue District Chief Phillip Olavarria. SafeWise recently ranked Wellington as No. 8 in a list of the 50 safest communities in Florida, Shaivitz noted. “What’s interesting,” he said, “I looked at the list, and several of those in the top seven were very small municipalities. Any municipality over 50,000 residents would have been us and Weston. But still, I think No. 8 is great.” Index offenses are up 12.1 percent over the past year, he said, compared to 2020 data, which was lower largely due to the lockdowns

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continued from page 1 underway, ITID Executive Director Burgess Hanson said in an interview several days after the workshop. “I’ll be giving my executive director’s budget proposal to the supervisors [next week], and it will be considerably less than what was proposed during the workshop,” he said, while insisting that the staff proposal was not full of unnecessary expenses. “It’s mostly hard, in-the-ground infrastructure projects.” Little money was spent on adding to or repairing ITID infrastructure during the previous decade, Hanson said, and now repairs and improvements have become essential. “Much of the needed work on pump stations and other district maintenance has been put off for five years,” he said. In any case, the theoretical $11.7 million increase is not what it sounds like, Hanson noted. Much

associated with COVID-19, he explained. However, looking back to a few years, the numbers have remained steady. Retail theft had no significant increase or decrease. Person crimes went up, while property crimes and crashes have trended downward, when not accounting for 2020 data. Traffic crashes, Shaivitz said, average about 100 a month. “Our citations are up, our written warnings and verbal warnings are up,” he said. “Overall, our traffic stops and traffic initiatives are up.” Compared to similar and neighboring communities, Wellington was next to last for robberies, in the lower half for vehicle burglaries, and next to last for residential burglaries. Unlocked vehicles, or vehicles with keys left in the car, is still an issue, he said.

The village’s new license plate reader, or LPR, system, Shaivitz explained, while costly, allows for real-time data and recorded data, which allows the PBSO to find suspect vehicles quickly. The data is part of a national database, which the PBSO has access to. At the time of the meeting, Wellington had 26 cameras in operation. “Vehicles can be tracked from Florida up to Maine with those cameras, they’re fantastic,” Committee Member Salvatore Van Casteren said. “Congratulations on these numbers. These numbers are exceptional when you look at them based on per capita.” Going forward, Shaivitz said, the focus will be on maintaining the hometown police department culture, working with partners for disseminating crime prevention

of that number reflects ITID putting in money up front in order to receive state and/or federal grants that will cut the actual cost in half and may be spread out over several years. For instance, ITID is in line to receive a 50 percent grant for reclamation work on what is known as the M1 Basin East/West Conveyance Canal, Hanson said. The district will have to front the money for the $4 million project, but it will get $2 million back when it’s completed. The same is true for repairs and improvements to fencing, footing and more at the Nicole Hornstein Equestrian Park on Hamlin Blvd. The district could spend up to $800,000 and get $400,000 back in grant money. “That doesn’t mean we have to spend $800,000,” Hanson noted. “We can spend less.” And while some solutions seem obvious on the surface, such as leasing mowing equipment and even pickups rather than purchasing them, Hanson said he and his staff have run the numbers and

leasing such items would cost the district $813,000 more over several years. Hanson said it also is important for residents to understand that ITID operates completely under a benefit-assessed/per-acre system in which property owners are literally paying for what they get in district services. Unlike value-based ad valorem taxes, the assessment rate has nothing to do with the county’s skyrocketing home prices. Property owners may be assessed for several years for a project in their neighborhood, but once that project is completed and paid off, the assessment ends, Hanson noted. The staff budget proposal is available at www.indiantrail.com/ departments/finance/budgetsfinancial-reports. Hanson’s budget proposal also will be available online once it has been given to the supervisors. A public hearing on the proposed budget will be held Wednesday, July 20.

HIGHLIGHTS FROM PROPOSED ITID BUDGET These items are part of the proposed budget presented by Indian Trail Improvement District staff during a June 22 workshop. ITID Executive Director Burgess Hanson will be presenting his proposal to the supervisors next week. • Fund Various Parks Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) and Grants: $835,000 • Fund Various Operations CIPs and Grants: $938,800 • Fund to Replace Operations Aging Equipment: $2,103,000 • Fund various Pumps & Canals CIPs, New Equipment and Grants: $1,198,132 • M1 Basin East/West Conveyance Grant: $2,000,000 in FY23 and $2,000,000 in FY24 • Unfreeze 12 Vacant Positions: $750,000 • Replenish Fund Balance & Budget for Future Litigation Expense: $1,500,000 • Account in the Budget for Other Administrative and Engineering/Legal: $200,000 • Increase Fuel Costs (Inflationary Caution): $115,000 • Increase Millings Costs (Inflationary Caution): $400,000 • Unimproved Roads: $2,100,000 (includes eight miles on 130th) • Canal Maintenance: $515,000 • Increase Athletic Fields Maintenance: $73,000

information, grow traffic enforcement to mitigate unsafe driving, working on grant opportunities for additional resources, and resuming active shooter training at the Mall at Wellington Green after a twoyear hiatus. Committee Chair Mohammad Junaid Akther asked Shaivitz about efforts in working with school police. “This year, we probably ramped it up a little bit more, although we do the training at the mall,” Shaivitz said. “It gives us the opportunity to do specialized training.” One active shooter training they participated in, he added, included school police and other agencies. “The goal is that, if we have to respond, there’s going to be multiple agencies coming,” Shaivitz said. “We want to be on the same sheet of music with the training.”

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continued from page 1 the PBSO since 2004. Harper is responsible for staffing the annual Wellington Holiday Parade, attending council meetings, working with Neighborhood Watch groups, staffing events and more. In Benedict’s nomination letter, he explained that Holberton is a senior agent on the Street Team, who has worked more than 200 cases, with 27 misdemeanor arrests and 36 felony arrests, including 20 drug arrests with seizures. Notably, Holberton was tasked with an investigative case involving a stolen transformer. Holberton found the suspect, contacted the suspect, and when something didn’t feel right, investigated further. Because Holberton followed his instincts, he discovered that the suspect did not commit a crime. Committee Member Jacqueline Hutman nominated Harper. “He’s done a phenomenal job for the Village of Wellington. Dedicated, hardworking, easygo-

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continued from page 1 a path where we need to put in the groundwork to achieve [alternative transportation]. You’ve got to start somewhere.” In other business: • The council also approved the final reading of an ordinance requiring residential landlords to provide 60 days’ written notice before terminating a lease or rais-

Olavarria shared a video about Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue that provided an overview about what PBCFR does, the values it embraces and the many special teams within the organization. “Palm Beach County FireRescue is more than the four stations that are here in the Village of Wellington, there’s actually access to a lot more,” he said. Station 34 in Wellington specializes in hazardous materials. Air boats from Belle Glade are available when there’s flooding. There are also horse rescue services. Response times, Olavarria said, have remained about the same at 6 minutes, 42 seconds, with 5 minutes, 9 seconds being the average travel time. Medical issues represent the greatest number of calls with 1,130 medical calls in the last quarter.

Vehicle accidents are the second most prevalent, with 102 over the last quarter. There was one water-related incident and 37 reported fires. Reported fires can be anything from an actual fire to someone calling in that a neighbor has smoke coming out of their house. Sometimes that turns out to be from a smoker. From a garage fire to a room and contents fire, there were about five actual fires. Wellington’s crews are working on rescue training aimed at rescuing residents and saving property as best as possible, Olavarria said. Upon discussing fireworks safety, Olavarria suggested that the best thing to do is to let the professionals use the fireworks, noting that Wellington puts on an amazing Fourth of July fireworks show at Village Park.

ing and really, really the consummate professional,” she said. Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue District Chief Olavarria deferred to his battalion chiefs for recommendations, noting that all three nominations — Firefighter Shane Armstrong, Lt. Jason Haythorn and Capt. Matt Willhite — are all good choices. Armstrong was nominated by Battalion Chief Ken Wooldridge for his volunteer work on the Peer Support Team, debriefing firefighters after critical incidents and tough calls. Wooldridge also nominated Haythorn for his work with the Hurricane Command Team and as a liaison to the Village of Wellington. The Station 20 crew nominated Willhite, who has been with PBCFR for 26 years. Retired PBCFR Battalion Chief Michael Arena, who is on the committee, abstained from voting when the committee chose Armstrong for the honor. Committee Member Michael Weil said that it was a difficult decision. “I know first responders see amazingly horrible things day in and day out, and the fact that he [Armstrong] seems to take the

time to help those people after the ambulances go away, and it’s late at night, I think that just says amazing things about their character,” Weil said. In other business: • The committee chose Mohammad Janaid Akther as the committee’s new chair and Jacqueline Hutman as the new vice chair. • At the next Neighborhood Watch Zoom seminar, on July 27, there will be a representative from Animal Care & Control speaking. The Aug. 24 Zoom seminar will feature a representative from Florida Poison Control. Those interested in attending can register at www.wellingtonfl.gov/ neighborhoodwatch. • As hurricane season continues, storm resources and information are available on the village’s web site at www.wellingtonfl.gov. • The GoWellington app was recently launched, connecting residents to services in the community. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/1001/ GoWellington-App to learn more. • Public Safety Committee meetings take place quarterly on the second Wednesday of the month. The next meeting will be Wednesday, Sept. 14 at 6:30 p.m.

ing rent more than 5 percent. The new ordinance went into effect Thursday, June 26. • Before the council could finalize an agreement to allow Kool Runnings LLC to lease space and provide ice cream vendor services at Veterans Park, the council heard opposition to the decision from Delsia Brooks Hamilton, CEO of Pangea Grill. Brooks Hamilton felt her company was not given a fair shot in the bidding process for the contract, including points

for being a minority and womanowned business. The council, staff and village attorney explained that a protest could not be filed until after the agreement was approved. In addition, the village’s purchasing procedures do not differentiate bidders or award points in any categories. Pinto assured Brooks Hamilton that she would be provided the documents defining the bidding and contesting procedures.

Prevent Fireworks Anxiety And Heat Stroke In Pets This Fourth Of July

Quick thinking can keep your pets safe this Fourth of July.

Pet owners can prepare for the holiday weekend with a few tips from the staff at ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospitals-Palm Beach County. All too often, pet owners arrive at the hospital with their cat or dog suffering from a medical emergency during holiday weekends, especially on the Fourth of July. Cats and dogs make their way to the emergency room during this time of year with heat stroke, signs of extreme anxiety, and wounds from trauma endured if they escape their safe space due to loud fireworks. There are a few things that pet

owners can do to prevent heat stroke during the day and fireworks anxiety at night. During the day, keep your pets in shaded areas when outside. Try to avoid taking your pets to events outside during the hottest times of the day from noon to 5 p.m. Make cold water available to your pets before, during and after your daytime excursions. Keep a close eye on your cat or dog during the day while outside and look for any possible signs of your pet overheating. Signs of heatstroke are excessive panting, increased heart rate, confusion, disorientation, vomiting, diarrhea,

NEWS BRIEFS Free Barbecue July 2 At Acreage Community Park

The citizens group for the right to vote for incorporation and the Acreage Landowners’Association are hosting a Community Independence Barbecue on Saturday, July 2 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Acreage Community Park, located at 6701 140th Avenue North. This is an opportunity for residents to discuss the process, possible referendum, and pros and cons of incorporation of The Acreage and portions of Loxahatchee. Also, candidates for Palm Beach County Commission District 6 and the Indian Trail Improvement District Board of Supervisors are invited to talk with constituents regarding their stance on matters that impact the area. Along with open conversation, there will be free barbecue, music and fun for the kids, including a friendly sports competition by the Acreage Athletic League. The event is free for area residents and the first 100 attendees will receive a free American Flag.

Holiday Fishing Event Returns

The 30th annual Ed Singleton Memorial Fourth of July Family Fishing Tournament will be held Monday, July 4 at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park, presented

by the Royal Palm Bassmasters. There is no pre-registering for this free event. Participants must register in person before fishing. Registration will be from 6:30 to 9:30 a.m. on-site only with an 11 a.m. deadline for bass weigh-in and an 11:15 a.m. deadline for other fish weigh-in. The awards presentation will begin at noon. Age groups are Small Fry (6 and under), Child (age 7 to 9), Junior (age 10 to 12), Teen (age 13 to 15) and Parent/Child Team (child must be age 12 or under). Categories are bass and other (no grass carp), and participants may only register in one category. Bass must be weighed in live. The fishing site is the Commons Park lake only. All Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission rules apply. Participants must provide their own rod, reel and tackle. Live worms will be available at registration.

Mayor’s Golf Tourney Returns To RPB July 4

The Royal Palm Beach Mayor’s Golf Tournament will be held at the Madison Green Country Club in Royal Palm Beach on Monday, July 4 with an 8:30 a.m. shotgun start. Immediately following the tournament will be a buffet luncheon, awards ceremony and raffle. There will be numerous games before,

after and on the golf course, along with giveaways from sponsors. Proceeds will benefit the Royal Palm Beach Scholarship Fund. For more information, call the Royal Palm Beach Recreation Department at (561) 790-5124.

American Legion Blood Drive July 2 In Wellington

The community is invited to join in a blood drive hosted by Wellington’s American Legion Post 390 at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) on Saturday, July 2 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Wellington To Celebrate Japanese Star Festival

The Village of Wellington invites the community to celebrate Tanabata, also known as the Japanese Star Festival, from Friday, July 1 through Thursday, July 7. Tanabata, also known as the Star Festival, means “evening of the seventh,” typically celebrated on July 7. This Japanese holiday originates from a Chinese legend of two “star-crossed lovers” kept separated by distance. Represented by the stars Altair and Vega, they are allowed to meet once a year,

on the seventh day of the seventh month. Tanabata is celebrated by writing wishes on pieces of colorful paper, called Tanzaku, and attaching them to bamboo branches or “Wish Trees” in the hopes they come true. July 1 through July 7, residents are invited to visit one of the village’s displays to write your wish and hang it from one of the “Wish Trees” at Village Hall (12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.), Village Park (11700 Pierson Road) and the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Village Hall and the Wellington Community Center will be closed on Monday, July 4. Residents are also invited to a Fushu Daiko Japanese Taiko Drums performance on Thursday, July 7 at Village Park with performances at 6, 7 and 8 p.m. Known for their high-energy, powerful rhythms and dynamic movement while performing on an ensemble of majestic Japanese drums, Fushu Daiko’s joyful performance paired with the sound of taiko will excite your soul, enliven your body and uplift your spirit. Food trucks will be available on site. Guests should bring their own blankets or chairs for seating. Dogs and pets are not allowed in Village Park with the exception of service animals. For more information about this event visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/ tanabata.

bright red gums, body temperature higher than 104 degrees, collapse, seizure or coma. If your pet does have signs of overheating, run cool water over your pet and immediately take your cat or dog to the closest emergency pet hospital. This will help your pet’s recovery process improve dramatically. Avoid icecold water if you are attempting to cool down your pet. If you know your pet suffers from anxiety from loud noises, especially fireworks, contact your local veterinarian to discuss anxiety medication for your pet as a preventive measure. It is best to contact them in advance to give your pet’s doctor enough time to respond to your request. Create a comfortable space for your pets with blankets and hiding spots. If you can stay with your pet during this time, that is recommended. Secure all doors and windows to prevent your pet from escaping when loud noises frighten them. Do not put anything in your pet’s ears to try and muffle loud

noises. Play calming music to help soothe your pet. “Prevention and quick thinking are the best care you can give your pets during this time of year,” said veterinarian Dr. Eba Kim and Taelor Assen, a fourth-year veterinary extern at ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital-Palm Beach County. When your pets are sick or injured, treatment usually begins with your veterinarian. Occasionally, pets require a referral for Advanced Critical Care, Emergency and Specialty Services (ACCESS). At ACCESS, emergency-trained doctors, board-certified veterinary specialists and veterinary nurses provide the diagnostic evaluation, treatment and 24-hour care in a state-of-the-art animal hospital with interconnected technology enabling real-time collaboration between medical teams to provide the highest level of pet care. ACCESS is located at 10465 Southern Blvd. in Royal Palm Beach. For more info., visit www. accessvetsflorida.com.

Royal Palm Beach Takes Action To Protect Renters Against Skyrocketing Housing Costs

The Village of Royal Palm Beach recently took a significant step to protect residents caught in the middle of unprecedented rent hikes. The Royal Palm Beach Village Council voted Thursday, June 16 to require any residential landlord planning on raising rent by more than five percent to give tenants a minimum of 60 days’ notice before the increase takes effect. Previously, landlords were not required to give any notice before hiking rents. “Housing costs have been skyrocketing. Too many of our residents are living in fear of losing their home due to unexpected rent increases,” Royal Palm Beach Mayor Fred Pinto said. “This will add a layer of protection by prohibiting residential landlords from significantly raising a tenant’s rent without giving the tenant time to figure out how to afford it.” According to data from CoStar

Group, a real estate information provider, rental rates in Palm Beach County in November 2021 increased 31 percent over the prior year. In addition, the Sun-Sentinel newspaper recently reported that renters are paying almost 20 percent more than they would under normal market conditions when a five percent increase is routine. The ordinance change applies to residential leases that are either a specific duration (such as a yearlong lease) or month-to-month leases. “Every day we wake up to unexpected gas price increases and unexpected grocery price increases. While it may be possible to quickly adjust family budgets to accommodate some of these price hikes, it’s almost impossible to absorb a dramatic unexpected hike in housing costs,” Pinto said. “That is exactly what this ordinance is intended to protect against.” The ordinance took effect June 26.

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WELLINGTON ART SOCIETY CELEBRATES ‘SIZZLE’ SUMMER ART EXHIBITION

The Wellington Art Society held an artists’ reception on Tuesday, June 21 at the Wellington Community Center for its “Sizzle” summer exhibition that runs through Aug. 15 featuring 41 pieces of art by 13 artists. Artists met guests and discussed their artwork. There was also a watercolor demonstration by Carol Lynn Krenkel. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Laura Jaffe presented her Mr. Mooster artwork to Tracy Scheihing, high bidder at the auction.

Shirley Browne and Laura Jaffe. Browne was the high bidder on a polo painting by Joanna Secor.

Tracy Scheihing, Elaine Weber and Lou Ann LaBohn.

Serena Williams and Venus Williams by Charles Moses.

Ayudame and Sunflowers by Sue Oakes.

Galapago and Blue Foot by Susan Mosely.

Infinity IV and Infinity II by Tammy Wolfson. Sue Oakes’ Scarlet Seagrape won the People’s Choice award.

Bottoms Up by Laura Jaffe.

Floating Garden by Leslie Pfeiffer.

Carol Lynn Krenkel works on an untitled watercolor.

Susan Odell looks at Heliconia by Carol Lynn Krenkel.

VILLAGE OF ROYAL PALM BEACH PUBLIC NOTICE The Village of Royal Palm Beach currently has a vacancy for one seat on the Education Advisory Board. The Education Advisory Board meets on the second Monday of the month eight months out of the year, with one special meeting in April of each year for scholarship interviews. All meetings are held in the Village Meeting Hall. Board Members shall meet the following qualifications at the time of their appointment and throughout the course of their service: they must be a Village resident; have a background in education and experience in the field of education; be a member of a parent teacher organization, parent teacher association, school advisory council or other similar organization associated with or sponsored by the school district or a public or charter school located within the Village; or be a parent/legal guardian of a child currently enrolled in a Village public or charter school. Those ineligible to serve on the Board are: employees of the Palm Beach County School District; employees of an organization funded by the School District (e.g. charter school employee); or employees of a charter management organization or charter education management organization. If you would like to volunteer your service and expertise on this local government Board, go to the Village’s website at COMMISSION/BOARD APPLICATION. Return the completed application to the Village Clerk’s office no later than 5:00 p.m. on July 6, 2022 for Council consideration at its July 14, 2022 meeting. By: Diane DiSanto, MMC, Village Clerk

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GRAND OPENING OF GENTLE BIRTH CENTER FACILITY IN ROYAL PALM BEACH

The new Gentle Birth Center facility in Royal Palm Beach held its grand opening on Thursday, June 23 with refreshments, giveaways and tours of facility. The location offers expecting mothers a new option for labor and delivery in a more home-like setting. Gentle Birth Center also offers women’s wellness services conducted by certified nurse midwives. Gentle Birth Center is located at 1490 Royal Palm Beach Blvd. For more info., call (561) 635-3311 or visit www.gentlebirth.net. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

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Mayor’s Ball Raises More Than $280K To Fight Homelessness

Nearly 700 attendees donned black ties and ball gowns on Saturday, June 4, for the eighth annual Mayor’s Ball, hosted by Palm Beach County Mayor Robert Weinroth and his wife Pamela at the Palm Beach County Convention Center. The sold-out event netted more than $280,000 of critical funding for the Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County, which works to improve the lives of nearly 3,000 homeless people annually, helping to move them into permanent housing. Proceeds from the event fund gaps in services across all programs to help end homelessness in the community. These programs include homeless service provider partners across Palm Beach County, such as the Health Care District, Gulfstream Goodwill, the Lord’s

Place, Adopt-A-Family of the Palm Beaches and the Homeless Outreach Team. The need remains extreme following record numbers of South Florida homelessness and the lack of affordable housing. On any night, more than 1,500 people in Palm Beach County do not have a safe, permanent place to call home. Recent counts revealed 43 percent more seniors living on the county streets than previously noted and 4,352 homeless Palm Beach County students. The Mayor’s Ball kicked off with a cocktail hour followed by dinner and dancing. Guests were serenaded by the Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue Honor Guard playing pipes and drums, before Ashleigh Walters of WPTV Channel 5 took the stage to emcee the

program. Highlights from the event included Allie Severino capturing the room’s attention with her personal story of overcoming addiction and homelessness, and the recognition of Palm Beach County’s COVID-19 Taskforce, Dr. Alina Alonso, Verdenia Baker, Darcy Davis and Dave Kerner for their leadership during the pandemic. Paul Dumars Jr., Michelle McGovern and Ted Peroulakis cochaired the event and were thrilled with the success of the 2022 Ball. Mayors in attendance, who remain committed to a collaborative effort to fight homelessness across Palm Beach County, included Pahokee Mayor Keith Babb, Belle Glade Mayor Steve Wilson, South Bay Mayor Joe Kyles, Boynton Mayor Ty Penserga, Greenacres Mayor

Joel Flores, North Palm Beach Mayor Deborah Searcy and Palm Beach Gardens Mayor Chelsea Reed. Other notable guests included State Sen. Bobby Powell Jr. and State Sen. Lori Berman, State Rep. Matt Willhite, and county commissioners Gregg Weiss, Mack Bernard, Maria Sachs and Melissa McKinlay. “Our purpose at the Homeless Coalition is to generate awareness through advocacy, education and community outreach, and to motivate a community-wide response to raise funding, resources, partners and involved citizens to end homelessness in Palm Beach County,” said Pamela Payne, CEO of the Homeless Coalition. For more information about the Homeless Coalition, visit www. homelesscoalitionpbc.org.

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TOWN OF LOXAHATCHEE GROVES HOSTS FIRST FAMILY FUN DAY AT THE PARK

The Town of Loxahatchee Groves hosted its first Family Fun Day at Loxahatchee Groves Park on Saturday, June 18. Attendees enjoyed bounce houses and a Kona Ice truck. Included in the day was a chili competition featuring members of the Loxahatchee Groves Town Council judged by local firefighters. In the end, Councilwoman Marianne Miles was declared the winner. PHOTOS BY ERIN DAVISSON/TOWN-CRIER

The chili judging gets underway.

Councilwoman Marianne Miles was declared the winner.

Vice Mayor Laura Danowski, Councilwoman Phillis Maniglia, Mayor Robert Shorr, Councilwoman Marianne Miles and Councilwoman Marge Herzog with their chili creations.

Curtis Vincentz, Kendrick Veras, Ryan Devore and George Springthorpe served as chili competition judges.

Attendees enjoyed a tasty barbecue meal.

Kids enjoy the bounce house.

Step Back In Time With Summer Programs At Yesteryear Village

Organizers of Yesteryear Village’s summer camp program are inviting children to step back in time to experience old-fashioned fun. Two different programs take place every Thursday and Friday through July from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Yesteryear Village, located on the South Florida Fairgrounds at 9067 Southern Blvd. On Thursdays, the “Explorations” program takes place and includes demonstrations, visits to the village’s historic buildings, old-fashioned water play and other fun, hands-on activities. On Fridays, “City Kids on the Farm” is scheduled and will involve the agricultural department in addition to the other farm-related activities. Agricultural pro-

fessionals will be providing presentations and facilitating animal interactions for the campers and guests. All campers will have free time after they eat lunch to explore the rest of Yesteryear Village, which is a living history park. Volunteers will lead interactive activities to share with the campers during that time. Group reservations are full, but walk-ins are still being accepted as long as children are accompanied by an adult. Adults are $10, children ages 5 to 11 and seniors are $7, and children 5 and under are admitted free. For additional information, call Connie Christman at (561) 7953110 or visit www.southfloridafair. com.

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ROYAL PALM BEACH ROTARY CLUB HOSTS ITS 32ND ANNUAL AWARDS DINNER The Royal Palm Beach Rotary Club held its 32nd annual awards dinner and induction ceremony on Friday, June 17 at Hilary’s Restaurant & Deli. The officers for 2022-23 were installed, including incoming President Romeo Siquijor. Outgoing President Steve Epstein presented awards to people who supported the club over the past year. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Eric Gordon installs new board members Jeff Hmara, Althea Ceasor, Joan Scherer, Bob Margolis and Steve Epstein. Service Above Self certificates are awarded to (left) Althea Ceasor, Joan Scherer, Mike Gauger, Lynn Balch, Bob Margolis and Keith Jordano; and (right) Tony Endler, Charles Borg, Eric Gordon, Dr. Sarda Bhandary, Chris Durham and Mike Rose.

New President Romeo Siquijor gets the gavel from outgoing President Steve Epstein.

Dr. Sarda Bandary presents Steve Epstein with a Paul Harris medallion.

Steve Epstein gives Jeff Hmara a Rotarian of the Year award.

Pastor Mike Rose says a prayer as Steve Epstein and Jeff Hmara look on.

Mario and Althea Ceasor with Mario Ceasor Jr.

Incoming President Romeo Siquijor gets a Rotarian of the Year award from outgoing President Steve Epstein.

Jeff and Carolyn Hmara with Joan Scherer.

Lynn Balch, Steve Epstein and Mike Gauger.

Steve Epstein thanks Hilary’s owner Mary Rakoff.

Dr. Sarda and Lalita Bhandary.

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RETRO FITNESS DEBUTS NEW HEALTH CLUB ON STATE ROAD 7 IN WELLINGTON Retro Fitness, one of the fastest-growing health club franchises, held the grand opening of its new club in Wellington on Saturday, June 25. Located at 816 S. State Road 7 in the Shoppes of Isla Verde, the Wellington location features world-class strength and cardio equipment, communal areas, group classes, a smoothie bar, a pro shop and much more. “As a Wellington resident since 1994, I’m extremely excited to open a Retro Fitness gym in my community,” said Ed Jurado, franchise owner of the new facility. “I have a passion for helping others living a fitness-minded lifestyle, and now more than ever, being fit and staying fit are critically important.” The grand opening included a donation to the local nonprofit Lights 4 Hope. Learn more at www.retrofitness.com/wellington. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Mayor Anne Gerwig joins officials from Retro Fitness for the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Chief Development Officer Mark Andrews, Chief Operating Officer Todd Scartozzi, CEO Andrew Alfano, owner/operator Ed Jurado and Chief Financial Officer Robbie Sprechman.

Owner/operator Ed Jurado with his father, Patrick Jurado.

Mayor Anne Gerwig with Polina Tolstunov of 4Ever Young.

Retro Fitness staff with owner/operator Ed Jurado.

Retro Fitness presents Lights 4 Hope with a $1,500 donation.

Jared Orth is the vitamin manager at the nearby Sprouts Farmers Market.

Ahmed Abouhadra on the triceps press machine.

Wellington residents Todd Scartozzi, Ed Jurado and Robbie Sprechman.

Kari Cordovi and family won a bicycle.

Duane Coldglazier exercises.

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Donna Szczepanski does leg presses with encouragement from Fitness Director Shannon Weeks.

Susan Davis and Louie Paul enjoy a Kona Ice.

Wellington Chamber ambassadors Arlene Smith, Dave Gagleard, Stuart Hack, Sonali Mengiratta and Daryl Lyon.

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RPBHS Names New Coaches For Baseball And Football Teams By Mike May Town-Crier Staff Report

Royal Palm Beach High School has hired new head coaches for its varsity baseball and football teams. The new head baseball coach is Jim Reynolds. He will be replacing Tom Coates, who has been the head baseball coach at the school since 2016. The new head football coach is Chuck Kenyon, who will be replacing Jeff Schaum, who had been hired in February, but suddenly departed from the position in April. Schaum was hired to replace Darin DeCosta, who stepped down from the position following last fall’s football season. “We are grateful for the years coach Coates has dedicated to our students as both an assistant and head coach at Royal Palm Beach High School,” RPBHS Athletic Director Eric Patterson said. “Coach Coates will remain on our staff as a teacher here at the high school.”

Reynolds is a teacher and a coach on the staff at RPBHS. In the past, he has served as an assistant football and baseball coach, head boys golf coach, head girls golf coach and head girls basketball coach. Reynolds has more than 35 years of coaching experience, including 10 years as the head baseball coach at Glades Central High School in Belle Glade. Reynolds built a very competitive baseball team at Glades Central, Patterson said. RPBHS Principal Michelle Fleming and Patterson are both very excited to have Reynolds assume control of the Wildcats’ varsity baseball program. “Jim is very familiar with our students, surrounding communities and our past history of great teams and players produced at Royal Palm Beach High School,” Fleming said. “Jim will, undoubtedly, bring a high level of energy and a wealth of experience to the Wildcats’ baseball program.”

Patterson also has high hopes for the program’s success. “Jim is a great fit for this position at this time,” he said. “Not only is he a great baseball mind, but he is also a master coach. His coaching history shows that. I don’t believe there is a sport that he cannot coach and would not be successful at coaching. He will do what it takes to get the job done. Most importantly, he will build great relationships with his teams and assistant coaches.” As for school’s new football coach, Fleming and Patterson are pleased to have Kenyon as the new leader of the Wildcats on the gridiron. “We are very excited to have coach Kenyon join the Wildcat family,” Fleming said. Kenyon was looking to move back to Florida when the head football coach position became available at RPBHS, Patterson said. Kenyon has previously been a high school head football coach

in Florida at Sebastian River High School and Martin County High School, where he coached for 11 years. During his stint at Martin County, he compiled a 61-58 record. Most recently, he has been a defensive coordinator at a high school in Savannah, Georgia. “Coach Kenyon checks a lot of the boxes we were looking for in our head coach,” Patterson said. “One of our biggest needs at Royal Palm Beach High School was for our head coach to put a staff together, which he has started already, and we are still looking to fill a couple of spots.” Patterson is confident that Kenyon will work tirelessly to improve the student-athletes and the football coaching staff at RPBHS. “Chuck Kenyon is a great fit for Royal Palm Beach High School,” Patterson said. “Our Wildcat administration and coach Kenyon have a number of shared values. Those values being educating our student-athletes in life, school and football.”

Jim Reynolds Kenyon said that he is 100 percent committed to improving the football program at RPBHS. “I am extremely honored and humbled to be given this opportunity,” Kenyon said. “We have a long way to go, but I feel extreme-

Chuck Kenyon ly confident that we will be able to reach our goals. I am looking forward to working with the players, administration, faculty, staff, parents and community to make Royal Palm Beach High School football the best that it can be.”

Wycliffe’s Queens Of Clubs Are Enjoying Golf’s Social Side By Mike May Town-Crier Staff Report

Every week, a large contingent of female golfers from the Wycliffe Golf & Country Club get together to play golf, enjoy the

great outdoors and mingle with their peers. The group, which plays nine holes each Wednesday, is a united group of ladies who range in age from their early 40s to their late 70s.

They are as enthusiastic about playing golf as they are about the opportunity to spend some quality time with each other. They are also prompt about making their weekly tee times.

Wycliffe’s Queens of Clubs gather on the golf course for a group photo.

The creation of the group was the brainchild of Janice Tannenbaum, a Wycliffe resident who enjoys playing golf and mingling with friends. “I started the group because I was a new golfer and wanted to play with others who were either new to the game or knew how to play golf, but didn’t take the game too seriously and just wanted to have some fun,” Tannenbaum said. The group, which has been in existence for just more than a year, already has an identity that includes a name, a logo and a uniform. If you didn’t know otherwise, you would think this group of golfers is a gang of passionate bridge players based on the group’s name: Queens of Clubs. The group’s logo was designed by Andrea Giantelli Maiale, another Wycliffe resident and one of the Queens of Clubs. And on Wednesday afternoons, these golfers are not difficult to

spot, since they all wear purple shirts on the golf course. According to Tannenbaum, this uniform is a special color of purple. “With the Queens of Clubs, our shirts are royal purple, and the logo is a lady golfer over a crown,” Tannenbaum said. The decision to refer to the group as the Queens of Clubs was made after getting input from other members. “The original members submitted names, and we voted,” Tannenbaum explained. The growth and development of the Queens of Clubs has gotten the attention of Paul Rifenberg, Wycliffe’s director of golf operations. “It has been exciting to watch the Queens of Clubs group develop into avid golfers,” he said. “They are always smiling, and it is fun to watch their camaraderie. Fun is their main focus!” According to Tannenbaum, each week there are no winners or

The Queens of Clubs logo. losers, and no ribbons, medals or trophies are distributed. “There are no tournaments or pressure to play,” she added. “It’s just fun. There is no handicap needed, no cost to join and it’s a very relaxed group, which is interested in playing golf and meeting new people.” Right now, there are more than 60 women who are members of the Queens of Clubs, and interest in this group continues to grow from week to week. After golf, many of the ladies See QUEENS, page 23

Standout Baseball Season For Shawn Steuerer At Johns Hopkins By Mike May Town-Crier Staff Report

Lifelong Wellington resident Shawn Steuerer had a dream season this past spring while attending college at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. He played third base for the Johns Hopkins Blue Jays baseball team. As a freshman, he put together a season that is normally associated with an all-conference upperclassman. While maintaining a 3.53 grade point average in pursuit of a major in economics, Steuerer was the team’s leading hitter, batting .393, and scoring the team’s most runs at 57. He had the most total bases (99) on the team, and he had the team’s best on-base percentage (.444). Of his 21 extra base hits, Steuerer had nine home runs, nine doubles and three triples. He also had 27 runs batted in (RBIs). During his 145 at bats, he struck out only 15 times and drew 11 walks. As a base runner, he stole four bases in as many attempts. In nine of his team’s games, Steuerer recorded at least three hits. Robert Babb, the head baseball coach at Johns Hopkins, was delighted at Steuerer’s work ethic, defensive prowess and productivity as a hitter.

“We’re pleased with Shawn’s progress,” Babb said. “He had a great year and was our starting third baseman since the fourth or fifth game of the regular season. He has a strong arm, very good range and he hit with major league power. In the starting lineup, he batted either third, fourth or fifth. We’re delighted that the bigger schools passed on him.” Steuerer enjoys attending school at Johns Hopkins and loves the life of a collegiate student-athlete. “I love the team culture at Johns Hopkins. It’s very welcoming,” he said. “I think that I transitioned smoothly into the college life. In general, it’s a big commitment since we lift weights in the morning, attend three or four classes, and then go to practice. The academics at Johns Hopkins are very demanding.” At season’s end, Steuerer, who stands 6-foot-4 and weighs 205 pounds, was named to the d3baseball.com All-Region 5 second team, while teammates A.J. King and Matthew Cooper were named to the third team. King, a senior, plays catcher, while Cooper, a junior, is an infielder. Steuerer graduated from the Oxbridge Academy in May 2020.

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Wellington Volleyball Academy Sends Team To AAU Junior Nationals

By Mike May Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Volleyball Academy’s girls 15U squad recently returned from a magical trip to Orlando, but it didn’t include a visit to Disney World. Instead, the squad of 10 players competed in the Amateur Athletic Unit (AAU) Junior Nationals. This national competition, which attracted teams from 48 states and Puerto Rico, was held at the Orange County Convention Center. For all 10 players, it was their first-ever trip to the AAU Junior Nationals. Chances are strong that it will not be their last. From June 19-22, the team from Wellington played eight games against teams from Puerto Rico, Minnesota, Illinois and Georgia. While the team was only able to win two of its eight matches, every contest was competitive. “We were so close in many of our losses, but the team defi-

nitely improved throughout the tournament,” said head coach Jen Buerkle, who also coaches girls volleyball at Berean Christian School. Participating in the AAU Junior Nationals was the culmination of a season that started last fall. “Since November, we have played tournaments in Tampa, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, Daytona Beach, Deerfield Beach and here in Palm Beach County,” Buerkle said. Two of the top tournament players for the girls 15U team were Carley Treanor and Lily Young. Treanor, who plays volleyball at Wellington High School, is primarily an outside hitter, while Young, who plays volleyball at Berean, plays middle. “Carley never left the floor,” Buerkle said. “She had scabs all over her arms from diving for the ball. And Lily had one game with six blocks and another game with

six kills, which are really good accomplishments. Both players definitely led by example.” In addition to giving the girls a venue to decide which are some of the best volleyball teams in the country, the national tournament was also a platform to draw at-

tention to those who have battled breast cancer. According to Buerkle, day two of the tournament was Breast Cancer Awareness Day, so the team from Wellington used the occasion to wear pink socks on the court and pink ribbons in their hair.

The team celebrates winning a point during the recent AAU Junior Nationals competition.

(Front row) Caitlyn Grillo, Brianna Fusani and Ella Altieri; and (back row) Carley Treanor, Ella Weingarten, Lily Young, Addison Blair, Nikki Markham and coach Jen Buerkle. PHOTOS COURTESY WELLINGTON VOLLEYBALL ACADEMY

AmeriHealth Caritas Partnership Brings Healthy Hoops Program To Local Boys & Girls Clubs

Healthy Hoops in Wellington — Mayor Anne Gerwig stopped by to visit the AmeriHealth Caritas Partnership’s Healthy Hoops event at the Neil S. Hirsch Family Boys & Girls Club in Wellington on June 14. She was joined by Wellington Boys & Girls Club Executive Director Cergile Sincere, as well as AmeriHealth Caritas Partnership staff and AmeriHealth Caritas Florida Care Crew volunteers.

AmeriHealth Caritas Partnership, the corporate foundation of AmeriHealth Caritas, brought the dynamic and educational Healthy Hoops program to Palm Beach County recently, holding events in collaboration with five locations of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County from June 13 to June 16. The four days of activities attracted more than 1,200 Boys & Girls Clubs summer camp participants throughout the county. Staff volunteers from the AmeriHealth Caritas Partnership, the Boys & Girls Clubs and the community led the young participants in basketball clinics and provided educational and entertainment opportunities. The program educates local children on the challenges associated with asthma and how to adopt healthy lifestyles. According to Florida Department of Health 2021 data, approximately 10 percent of the state’s middle and high school students currently have asthma. Healthy Hoops is a communityfocused, hands-on program that teaches children and their families how to manage asthma and its

related health conditions. Using basketball as a platform, Healthy Hoops provides a fun, active learning environment for children ages 3 to 18. At the same time, it encourages them to adopt healthy lifestyles and behaviors, helping them to better understand their asthma, reduce or eliminate chronic diseases, and take charge of their health — on and off the court. At each of the five local events, kids learned useful health information and received hands-on basketball advice from coaches. The children also received Healthy Hoops items, including basketball

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The popularity of the Queens of Clubs has actually increased the number of avid golfers at Wycliffe, which has two 18-hole golf courses. “Many of the group members started playing golf just to be a part of this group and changed their membership category to a golf membership to join, so it has been a win-win for the club,” Tannenbaum said. “But the most important part is that they have a blast and are enjoying a new sport.”

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Local Attorney Gary Lesser Sworn In As Florida Bar President

Attorney Gary S. Lesser, managing partner of West Palm Beachbased Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith PLLC, was sworn in recently as the 74th president of the Florida Bar. More than 500 bar members attended the ceremony, which took place at the bar’s annual convention at the Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek & Waldorf Astoria. Lesser is a longtime leader of the Florida Bar, having served for more than a decade on its board of governors. He served as chair of the bar’s Legislation Committee for three years, served on the Executive Committee for four years, served as the chair of Strategic Planning and was chair of the Professional Ethics Committee. “It is an extraordinary privilege to work on behalf of Florida’s lawyers, the court system and the public we serve,” Lesser said. “My top priority is to support and protect the independent judiciary and

legal profession. We are making a big push to increase great access to legal services, which is a national issue, and launching a statewide mentoring program for younger lawyers, which will be very beneficial for their career paths. These initiatives are already underway and will give newer lawyers practical results to help Florida’s citizens have professional legal counsel for important issues in their lives.” Lesser outlined his priorities for the 2022-23 Florida Bar cycle as follows: • Protect the properly funded, independent judicial branch and the vibrant independent legal profession. • Create the best mentoring program in the country for younger lawyers who are solo practitioners or in small firms. • Increase access to legal services for Floridians who may have believed that they could not afford or did not require legal represen-

tation for life’s legal challenges. • Promote professionalism and ethics in the legal profession. “I have known Gary for decades personally and professionally, and I am proud of his reaching this position of leadership for Florida lawyers and judges,” said Tod Aronovitz, Lesser’s former employer and frequent co-counsel, who served as president of the Florida Bar from 2002-03. “He has been a Florida Bar leader for 24 years and is committed to helping Florida’s lawyers and the public we serve.” Lesser received his undergraduate degree in international affairs from the George Washington University and his law degree from the University of Miami, where he was editor-in-chief of the law school newspaper. Lesser has held leadership positions with the Economic Council, the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County and the Parent Television Council.

He was admitted to the Florida Bar and became a member of the Palm Beach County Bar Association in 1992. Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith is a third-generation law firm with 95 years of dedication to helping people who have experienced life-changing trauma due to the carelessness or negligence of others. The firm’s team of skilled trial attorneys, working across four offices in Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast, including one in Wellington, practice law with professionalism, integrity, ethics and a commitment to personal client service. The firm represents the needs of clients across the state in personal injury, medical malpractice, nursing home neglect, consumer class action matters and wrongful death cases, guiding them through every step of the legal process and delivering the best results for their case. Learn more at www.lesserlawfirm.com.

Gary S. Lesser is sworn-in by Florida Supreme Court Justice Alan Lawson during the ceremony in Orlando.

Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Hosts Annual Moments Luncheon

Hundreds of new and old friends of the Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Palm Beach County (HMHB) gathered for its annual Moments luncheon on Friday, May 6 to celebrate the women in our lives — the mothers, grandmothers, daughters, aunts, sisters and friends who tirelessly ensure we all have moments of joy to share. The event was led by co-chairs, Katrina Long-Robinson, former councilwoman of the City of Westlake, and Kathryn Rossmell of Lewis, Longman & Walker PA. It was the first in-person fundraising event for HMHB since 2019. Following alternative event formats in 2020 and 2021, new energy was breathed into this ninth annual event, including adding an awards component to recognize a local individual and group the embodies the mission of HMHB, and hosting it at a new location, the Eastpointe Country Club in Palm Beach Gardens. The individual honoree was Judith McInnes of the School District of Palm Beach County’s Teen Parent Program, while the group honoree was the Florida Department of HealthPalm Beach County Lantana-Lake Worth Health Center. “We were so inspired to hear the stories of our award finalists and winners — those unsung heroes

who are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of women, mothers or babies in Palm Beach County,” said Michelle Gonzalez, CEO of Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies. “The Moments Impact Award honored those who work humbly to uplift our community.” In addition to the awards, guests participated in an interactive auction and heard from Courtney Williams, a mother who is part of the newest HMHB pilot project, “Stronger Together: Doula Support for Black American Women.” Moments 2022 was presented OB/GYN Specialists of the Palm Beaches with major support from

HMHB co-founder Dr. Marsha Fishbane and CEO Michelle Gonzalez.

Florida Power and Light; Lewis, Longman & Walker P.A.; and St. Mary’s & Good Samaritan Medical Center. The planning committee consisted of Jenny Drossner, Tammy Jackson Moore, Lea Luzon, Ann Moehlenkamp, Pamela Rada, Allison Saft, Alyse Schwarzberg, Alyson Seligman and Kedra Singer. The Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Palm Beach County is a nonprofit organization improving birth outcomes through the compassionate and equitable delivery of early prenatal

care, education and support for all pregnant women. Since 1986, the nonprofit has been committed to nurturing healthy births and families by meeting the physical, emotional, economic and social challenges of pregnancy and infant wellness and supports more than 70 percent of women delivering babies in Palm Beach County. For more information about Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies of Palm Beach County, visit www. hmhbpbc.org or contact Mary Carhart at mcarhart@hmhbpbc. org or (561) 665‐4518.

Ernestine Robinson, event co-chair Katrina Long-Robinson and Linda Long.

Guest speaker Courtney Williams, daughter Zina and Cynthia Williams.

Robert Coleman, Lauren Whetstone and Dr. Alina Alonso.

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WELLINGTON GARDEN CLUB CELEBRATES NATIONAL GARDEN WEEK JUNE 5-11 Every year during the first week of June, the Wellington Garden Club joins with garden clubs across the country to celebrate National Garden Week, a project of National Garden Clubs Inc. This year, members began National Garden Week by creating floral arrangements that were distributed to Wellington’s municipal offices, library and local businesses. The club also received a proclamation from the Wellington Village Council with Mayor Anne Gerwig declaring the week of June 5-11 as National Garden Week.

Maria Wolfe with Wellington’s Michelle Garvey and Debbie Liquori.

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Wellington Garden Club members with their floral creations.

Summer Fun With Bricks Busting Boredom

Bricks Busting Boredom recently delivered 100 pounds of used, “upcycled” Lego bricks and 23 new Lego sets to children participating in the Kids Cancer Foundation’s Summer Fun Day program.

Since 2015, Bricks Busting Boredom has donated two tons of Lego bricks and 1,500 new Lego sets to children’s hospitals, homeless shelters, foster homes and emergency shelters. “During the height of COVID-19, we missed

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Local award-winning author and retired middle school teacher Deborah Burggraaf recently announced that her 17th book, Sparky’s Rescue: A Place To Call Home, has been recognized by the 2022 International Book Awards (IBA) as a finalist in the category of Animals/Pets-General. It is also a finalist in the Florida Authors and Publishers Association (FAPA) in the 2022 President’s Book Awards in the

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CRESTWOOD STUDENTS WIN ‘I VOTED’ CONTEST

Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections Wendy Sartory Link, her employees and School Board Member Marcia Andrews recently recognized Crestwood Middle School students Eva Purcell and Haley Gatti for their first place and runner-up entries in the “I Voted” county-wide contest. Pictured below are the winners with Principal Dr. Stephanie Nance, art teacher Trish Duebber, Andrews and Link.

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PBSC Campus Hosts Citizen Science Event

A citizen science event was held June 16 at Palm Beach State College’s Loxahatchee Groves campus to expose underserved high school juniors and seniors to science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) disciplines and programs. The event, titled “Think Like a Researcher, Act Like a Researcher,” was funded through a $5,000 National Library of Medicine grant. It featured hands-on science and humanities activities, including isolating DNA from strawberries; “Dodgy Monkey,” an active exercise in physics; and “St. George

on a Bike,” an arts and technology project in which students contributed to an artificial intelligence caption model to generate information about European artwork. Participants also explored the campus Anatomage Table led by PBSC professor Dr. Vetaley Stashenko and watched a presentation on the All of Us Research Program from the National Institutes of Health that aims to make advances in tailoring medical care to the individual. More than 50 students attended from Everglades Prep, Palm Beach Lakes High School, John I. Leon-

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ard High School and Lake Worth High School. Partners and presenters at the event were the University of Florida’s Scripps Biomedical Research campus and its Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences. “I am a big fan of citizen science because it allows students to engage in real-world problems actively and deeply,” said Iris Fiallos-Finstad, PBSC librarian and professor on the Belle Glade and Loxahatchee Groves campuses who helped organize the event. “It exposes them to new disciplines and does not discount their contributions and insights. For some

students, this may be their magic bullet to finding a career path in STEAM.” Those who were invited to the event were identified through PBSC’s TRIO Educational Opportunity Center. Fiallos-Finstad hopes the college will host another citizen science event in the future. Citizen science is the collection and analysis of data relating to the natural world by members of the general public, typically as part of a collaborative project with professional scientists. For more information, visit www.citizenscience.org.

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Palm Beach Symphony Programs Reach Nearly 8,000 Students

The Palm Beach Symphony reached 7,943 K-12 students during the 2021-22 school year via innovative programs presented at no charge to the schools or students. Players of the Palm Beach Symphony mentored young musicians enrolled in orchestra and band classes, and they also performed for student audiences school-wide across Palm Beach County. “The musicians really enjoyed being back in the classroom working directly with students this year, while the hybrid remote models we employed during the pandemic allowed us to reach more students than ever before through virtual as well as in-person programs,” said Director of Artistic Operations Olga M. Vazquez, who directed the education initiatives. Musicians provided 611 hours of instruction in a variety of for-

mats to students in the county’s music programs. Music residences were offered at four Title I schools resulting in a total of 40 class sessions per month for those students. Music students also learned technique, tone, posture and instrument position in 216 coaching sessions that included rehearsing alongside the symphony musicians. In addition, the symphony presented 20 in-school concerts. Building upon the success of the virtual field trips offered during the pandemic, the symphony presented two children’s concerts. “Eudora’s Fable: The Shoe Bird,” an adaptation of Pulitzer Prize winner Eudora Welty’s only children’s book, was performed to children and families as part of the Dale A. McNulty Children’s Concert Series and in virtual field trips to more than 5,200 students. The concert was a collaboration that

featured students from the Young Singers of the Palm Beaches. In addition, workshops relating to the concert were led by symphony music teaching artists in elementary through high school classes. The symphony also reprised “One Small Step,” encouraging STEAM interest through a trip to the moon, in virtual field trips of the concert to more than 1,100 students. Workshops were also presented to Glades students in conjunction with the concert through collaborations with community partners such as the Cox Science Center and Aquarium and the Demetrius Klein Dance Company. Student musicians also shared the limelight as 291 participated in performance opportunities at symphony events and in the community. Students and music programs received 109 instrument donations

from the symphony that included any necessary accessories such as bows, reeds and mouthpieces. For the first time, the symphony extended its support of young musicians beyond high school in its inaugural year of the Mary Hilem Taylor Music Scholarship Competition that presented a total of $25,000 to Katie Riley, a graduate student at Lynn University, and Alexandre “AJ” Meyer and Rafael Mendez, both of whom study at the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music. The Lisa Bruna B-Major Award once again presented advanced level instruments to talented graduating high school seniors, as Dion Sellitti, a baritone saxophone student at Santaluces High School, was named the winner, and Dreyfoos School of the Arts oboe student Ellen Dahlstrom was recognized as runner-up.

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FNBCC Appoints Ann Welsh, Daryl Lyon To Positions In Wellington

First National Bank Coastal Community (FNBCC) has expanded its Wellington-based lending team with the appointment of Ann Welsh and Daryl Lyon as vice presidents and commercial loan officers to serve the nearly 8,000 businesses based in Wellington and the surrounding communities. Welsh will focus on serving small businesses with lines of credit and access to working capital to support ongoing operations and growth, commercial construction loans, equipment financing and SBA lending. She has nearly 30 years of experience in business and retail banking, and

recently served as a small business banker with Bank of America, relationship manager with Chase and branch manager with SunTrust. Welsh attended Luther College and has completed Small Business Credit Underwriting certification from Omega Performance. Lyon will focus on commercial real estate lending to provide local businesses and developers with access to capital for acquisitions, development and construction of commercial properties, including retail centers, medical and professional services offices, warehouses and more. Lyon has nearly 30 years of experience as a commercial loan

officer and has served business relationships at several local community banks, including Great Southern Bank, Grand Bank & Trust, Enterprise Bank, Regent Bank and most recently Flagler Bank. Lyon is a Florida State University alum and is a past president of and currently serves on the board of the Palm Beach County Seminole Club. He earned a bachelor’s degree in business management. Additionally, he has completed numerous commercial lending and compliance financial training courses. Lyon is a member of the board of directors of the Wellington

Chamber of Commerce, serves on the Ambassador and Business & Economic Development committees and is president-elect for 2023-24. FNBCC is a locally managed $430-million-asset bank with four branches in Wellington, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale and Palm Beach Gardens serving personal and business clients with traditional and digital banking services, lending, mortgages, treasury management services, credit cards and more. The Wellington location is at 12140 South Shore Blvd. For more information, visit www. fnbccfl.com.

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On Thursday, June 23, Celebrity Lashes and Makeup opened the doors to its long-awaited “Spa and Training Academy” at 6818 Forest Hill Blvd in Greenacres. Owner Shelly Nunez is a certified aesthetician and a professional permanent makeup artist who has worked in the beauty industry for six years. She said the move from her salon’s Lake Worth location to the larger Greenacres space means that all the same exceptional services that her valued clients demand will still be offered, but that co-working spaces will now also be available for others in the beauty industry to rent at hourly, weekly and monthly rates. “We love to empower other women to learn what we do and own their businesses. We love to help them grow! We consider our clients and students part of our family, and our goal is to help our community feel beautiful from the inside out,” Nunez said. Celebrity Lashes and Makeup Spa and Training Academy offer customized courses including all necessary materials that are usually one-day events with oneon-one instruction using live demo models. “And now, in addition to being able to offer our new JetPeel facials featuring needle-free serum infusions, we are certified to perform popular beauty services like Nano Brows using machine hair strokes, stretch mark camouflage, surgery scar camouflage, scalp micro-pigmentation for thinning hair and eyelash extensions,” Nunez

This summer, Brides Across America is spreading gratitude, joy and appreciation to military families and first responders in the form of wedding gowns, a special way to thank them for their tireless work. Across stores nationwide, Brides Across America will be premiering one-of-a-kind events devoted to matching heroic brides with their dream dresses at zero cost. The events began on June 26 and continue through the end of August in stores located throughout the country, including Bacio

Bacio Bridal Salon in Wellington. Planning a wedding can be stressful, and the Brides Across America team is there to help. Along with partnered stores, Brides Across America will be honoring active military, first responders and veterans by offering a selection of designer wedding gowns as part of the Operation Wedding Gown initiative. “This is a time to be grateful and to spread deserving thanks to those that have given their selfless acts of service to our country,” Brides Across America

founder Heidi Janson said. For more information on how to qualify, to locate a salon near you, or to register for an event, visit www.bridesacrossamerica. com. Brides must present proof of occupation on the day of the event. Since 2006, Bacio Bacio Bridal Salon has been an award-winning, full-service bridal boutique featuring a beautiful selection of wedding dresses in an atmosphere that is relaxing and fun. Bacio Bacio is located at 9160 Forest Hill Blvd. in Wellington. For more info., visit www.baciobacio.com.

Rocky’s Ace Hardware Raising Money For The Children’s Miracle Network

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Rocky’s Ace Hardware, one of the country’s largest family-owned Ace Hardware dealers with 47 locations in nine states, is hosting a round-up fundraising campaign in the company’s four Florida stores with 100 percent of all money raised going to benefit Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) hospitals. Customers can round up their totals to the next dollar between Friday, June 24 through Monday, July 4 at the Stuart, Port St. Lucie, Wellington and Tequesta locations. “We had a successful campaign in April to raise funds for Children’s Miracle Network hos-

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Independence Day Meant Something More To My Grandparents

Independence Day! It’s so much more than hot dogs on the grill and fireworks overhead, parades down the street and toddlers waving flags. To my Polish grandparents, it meant freedom from the constant invasion of their homeland by various neighboring countries, and tempting new opportunities in a country where it was rumored that the streets were paved with gold. My grandfather, Lawrence, then a teenager, accompanied his uncle on the month-long voyage across the Atlantic to join his brothers, who were already farming and mining in northern Michigan. Believe it or not, when he stepped off the boat, the first thing he did was pick up a gold coin that was lying in the street. “So

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mother started grieving. Imagine her surprise to receive a letter from Anna several weeks later. She’d been on a different ship! Lawrence met Anna in Crystal Falls, Michigan, at the Crystal Inn, where she was working in the restaurant. They married in 1916 and had 11 children, nine of whom survived. From these nine, Lawrence and Anna slowly learned English, as the kids picked it up at school. “Even though everyone for miles around spoke Polish, they were eager to learn the language of their chosen land,” my mother remembered. “But it took time.” One day, when Anna went to the store to buy a colander, she didn’t know the word and instead managed to ask for a “water-go-through, spaghetti-stop.”

No one minded. They were all learning together. “What I remember about my parents the most was that they were so in love,” my mother recalled. And that might be something we overlook on Independence Day — the love. Because not only did our ancestors leave their mark on the land, they also left their mark through their families. After hewing down trees, picking rocks from the dirt, tilling and planting and harvesting the fields, milking the cows and making sure everyone was fed, Lawrence and Anna and their nine children did have a little time left over. And, just like today, that time was filled with lots of laughter, occasional tears and the shaping of nine more legacies going forth into the nation.

Whether your grandparents and great-grandparents were farmers, miners, industrialists, teachers, nurses, shopkeepers, whatever, their personalities shaped our country as surely as their work did, probably more. In my case, I am fortunate enough to know what an “adventurous spirit” feels like, and I’m pretty sure it feels the same for me as it did for Anna when as she stepped onto that ship. It’s a “Goodbye, Known. Hello, Unknown!” kind of feeling. It served Lawrence and Anna well, and it has served me well my entire life. So that’s what I’ll be thinking about when “twilight’s last gleaming” is filled with the excitement of fireworks — the excitement of love and life itself.

Baz Luhrmann’s ‘Elvis’ Movie Is Great Fun, Even With Its Flaws

As in most Baz Luhrmann films, Elvis demonstrates that nothing succeeds like excess. This is not a biography of “the king” except in the broadest sense. What we have is a sort of slap-dash group of scenes designed to bring back memories (or in the case of younger audience members, create them) of the great singer’s quick rise and almost meteoric fall. To add to the confusion, the story is narrated by the film’s villain, the man who called himself Colonel Tom Parker (Tom Hanks), who was also Elvis’ manager. What helps the movie is that rather than making himself the hero, Parker instead becomes an off-the-wall villain. There really is not much of a plot. The real story is complex; Elvis, following in a line of mostly black performers, brought “soul” to the general population in a raw, sensual way that broke through the racist mores of the time. Although the film

‘I’ On CULTURE By Leonard Wechsler does touch on some of this, particularly in scenes between Elvis (Austin Butler) and B.B. King (Kelvin Harrison Jr.), the film quickly moves beyond the early days into the army years, the movie years, the collapse and the comeback, ending with the tragic ending. But everything moves so fast there is never time to really think about so many possible turning points. Many of the early elements are overdone. The scene where Presley first starts gyrating, which turns a skeptical

teenage audience into literally swooning fools, borrows more from Beatlemania than truth. It took Elvis time to become established in even the smaller sense, and his earliest moving in time with the music was far more muted than shown. But Luhrmann wants to keep the show rolling. There are many scenes, far more than really should be necessary, with Parker, a former carnival backer who didn’t really like music much, interfering in Presley’s career. One of my favorites was the decision when creating the Blue Hawaii music album to leave out a song or two that “really wasn’t all that good.” One they left out was Can’t Help Falling in Love (With You), a major staple of the Elvis repertoire. But things were moving too fast. We see his marriage to Priscilla (Olivia DeJonge), done basically to cover up his wild ways with women. And then we

move on to the drug years. Finally we see the leather-wearing jumpsuit Elvis, who reestablished himself for several years before his death. All the scenes are impressive, but held together by a sketchy narrator. Butler is incredible as Elvis, playing him both as a young man and the later wreck he became. He is so good that even for many of us who followed Elvis throughout his career, he seems to embody the singer. Hanks, on the other hand, while demonstrating his ability with farout weird comedy, only pulls down the picture. He is shown wearing prosthetics (hardly necessary since almost no one remembers what Parker looked like) and using a weird accent. Parker was born in the Netherlands and did have an accent. The Parker name was simply to confuse immigration agents. The problem with all of this is that

because of Hanks’ star power, there is far more focus on Parker and his relationship with Presley than is actually good for the plot of the film. Most of us want a focus on Elvis. I would have enjoyed more time on his early years; how his star power opened the way for Black performers, who up to that time created great work only to have white performers then record the work and reap great rewards. Elvis never hid his connections, although Parker tried to block them off. This is a fun movie, however. You can’t really go wrong with all those great Presley songs. Some were sung by Presley, some by Butler, and some by others. But so many became part of the songbook of our lives. This is a good film for reminiscing, although its weaknesses are very visible. But if you loved Elvis, or if you’re simply interested in his life, this film is definitely for you.

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