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ALA Plans Workshop On Land Regulations, Neighborhood Plan

Members of the Acreage Landowners’ Association met Tuesday, May 14 and expressed a desire to understand the county’s Uniform Land Development Code better, as well as the Acreage Neighborhood Plan accepted by the county in 1995 and amended in 2008. Page 3

Cultural Diversity Day Returns To Royal Palm Beach Commons Park

CAFCI and the Village of Royal Palm Beach presented Cultural Diversity Day on Saturday, May 11 at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park. A wide variety of performers sang and danced depicting cultures from around the world. There were also vendors and displays, while food trucks offered a choice of dining pleasures. Page 5

Small Claims Clinic At Library Caters To Do-It-Yourselfers

Palm Beach County attorney Lloyd Comiter presented a small claims lawsuit and mediation clinic at the Wellington library on Wednesday, May 8 on behalf of the Palm Beach County Bar Association. The purpose of the presentation was to give an overview of how to navigate small claims court without having to hire an attorney. Page 7

Wolverines Seek To Continue Success During Spring Football

The Wellington High School football team earned enough points last season to make a run into the post-season, and the squad looks to continue with the same momentum through spring football. Page 19 DEPARTMENT INDEX NEWS...............................3 - 18 NEWS BRIEFS......................... 7 PEOPLE................................... 8 SCHOOLS................................ 9 COLUMNS............................. 16 BUSINESS............................. 17 CALENDAR............................ 18 SPORTS......................... 19 - 20 CLASSIFIEDS................ 21 - 22 Visit Us On The Web At WWW.GOTOWNCRIER.COM

Families came out to the Lakeside Family Fun Day on Saturday, May 11 on Lake Wellington behind the Wellington Community Center to celebrate togetherness. All Kids Entertainment provided a mermaid and pirate for the event, and nothing was as enchanting as watching 50 children following the pirate around during the treasure hunt. Shown above, Lielle Spivak gets a picture with Coral the Mermaid. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 14 PHOTO BY GINA M. CAPONE/TOWN-CRIER

Lox Groves Council Begins Search For New Law Firm

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Loxahatchee Groves Town Council last week accepted the resignation of longtime Town Attorney Michael Cirullo of the Fort Lauderdale law firm Goren, Cherof, Doody & Ezrol. The council set a workshop for Tuesday, May 28 to interview new candidates for the position. “The time was right both professionally and personally for me, as well for the town to, in my opinion, have the ability to draw on more than one lawyer in a geographical area, and I think the timing is good,” Cirullo said at a meeting on Wednesday, May 8, which had been extended from Tuesday, May 7. Cirullo noted that his contract calls for a 30-day notice. “At the request of the council, that can be extended if you are in the process of making a selection

or going through the selection process,” he said. “I would turn to the manager for any recommendation for the process, but I think the sooner you can have someone in who can carry you through the fiscal year and beyond, I think it would be better for the town.” Town Manager Jamie Titcomb said that Cirullo has offered to continue to work cooperatively with the town if it seeks an interim or new attorney to converse with, troubleshoot or bring institutional knowledge to particularly troublesome issues. “I also agree with the attorney that it is in the town’s best interest with the changing of the guard, with all the things that we’re dealing with, with the contracts, with everything that we’re reviewing, that getting a new set of legal eyes up and running quickly is advantageous,” Titcomb said. He recommended that since the

town is with the budget restraints of the current year, which runs through Sept. 30, that the council look at the option of hiring an interim attorney. “When I say ‘interim attorney,’ I’m referring to an attorney or law firm that specializes in municipal, contract, labor, special districts and all the disciplines that we deal with,” Titcomb said. “I have talked to you individually in our meetings about it being my opinion that there are several very good municipal attorney and local government attorney firms in the county. There’s a whole host of them. Most of them are all members of the local League of Cities. Most of them carry or represent multiple cities, so the advantage of going with a firm might be that we get a number of disciplines under one roof.” Titcomb recommended getting See LAW FIRM, page 18

Disagreement Over Roads In Rustic Ranches Likely Headed To Court

By Gina M. Capone Town-Crier Staff Report A battle years in the making between the Village of Wellington and the Pine Tree Water Control District over maintenance responsibilities of six roads in the rural Rustic Ranches neighborhood appears no closer to a settlement after discussions at the Wellington Village Council meeting on Tuesday, May 14. In fact, the issue is likely headed to the courts. The issue has been front-andcenter in the minds of Rustic Ranches residents since September 2018, when the village discontinued road maintenance after failing to reach an agreement with Pine Tree, a special district with limited government responsibilities in the area. Who is at fault, however, is a matter of heated debate.

The Village of Wellington believes that the roads should be maintained by Pine Tree, but Pine Tree and many of the property owners in the area believe that the roads are owned by the Village of Wellington and should be maintained by the village. An isolated neighborhood on the west side of Flying Cow Road in western Wellington, Rustic Ranches was annexed into the village in 2004. Village Attorney Laurie Cohen explained the village’s point of view in an interview before Tuesday’s meeting. “Pine Tree is an independent special district. It has its own power; it has its own duties as a governmental entity. In its enabling legislation, the state legislature gave it the authority to maintain See RUSTIC ROADS, page 4

B&G CLUB GYM NAMED FOR MAJOR DONOR

The Neil S. Hirsch Family Boys & Girls Club held a pep rally on Tuesday, May 14 to celebrate the new name of the club’s gymnasium. It was named in honor of Olexa Celine, owner of Sebilion Farm Polo Team, and her late mother Vira Hladun Goldman, a philanthropist and a basketball enthusiast. Celine was on hand to present a $500,000 check to the club. Shown above, Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County CEO Jaene Miranda, Olexa Celine and Neil Hirsch toast the newly named gymnasium. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 13 PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

RPB Commemorating 60 Years ITID Eyes Regional With Celebration And Magazine Planning Council For Consulting Work

By M. Dennis Taylor Town-Crier Staff Report The Village of Royal Palm Beach will celebrate its 60th anniversary this year, and the Town-Crier is publishing a special souvenir magazine in June to commemorate the milestone. The magazine is just one part of the anniversary celebration, which also includes a special event on Sunday, June 30 saluting six honorees and an observance at the village’s annual Fourth of July Celebration. “We have teamed up with the Town-Crier newspaper to produce this special souvenir magazine,” Royal Palm Beach Mayor Fred Pinto explained in a letter to local businesses. “This publication will be filled with interesting and enjoyable stories about our founding fathers; the way our village grew; our schools; our recreation department; our facilities, parks and playgrounds; and,

of course, our 60th anniversary celebration.” The Town-Crier has been publishing historical publications for milestone village anniversaries going back 30 years. “This has become a tradition, as we have been doing an issue every 10 years to commemorate another decade anniversary,” Town-Crier Publisher Barry Manning said. “This edition will feature six honorees who have served the village over many years, along with historical information and information about Royal Palm Beach today.” Parks & Recreation Director Lou Recchio is excited about the upcoming anniversary. “Royal Palm Beach will hold a special celebration on the actual anniversary date of Sunday, June 30 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center,” Recchio said. “Each of the council members and the village manager

named someone who has made a significant contribution to the village during its 60-year history to make it a better family community.” The selected honorees are Jess Santamaria, Jackie Larson, Dan Splain, Phyllis Katz, Rob Hill and Diane DiSanto. Each will be featured in the souvenir magazine and recognized at the celebration. “They will each be recognized on the stage at the cultural center and given an opportunity to speak,” said Recchio, who added that the ceremony will include light fare, hors d’oeuvres and beverages. The anniversary will also be observed at the annual Fourth of July celebration and fireworks display at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park. “In addition to our regular festivities, we hope to have the honorees on stage to be recognized See ANNIVERSARY, page 4

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Indian Trail Improvement District Board of Supervisors agreed Wednesday, May 15 to get the approximate cost of drafting a master plan for the district from the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council. ITID President Betty Argue said the board had invited Treasure Coast to make a presentation to explain what that agency can do for the district as far as developing a vision. Based in Stuart, the agency has worked with municipalities, districts and other communities. Kim DeLaney with TCRPC said the 10 regional councils are designated by state statute. Treasure Coast’s region is Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties, representing about 1.9

million people. It is overseen by a 28-member board. “We provide planning service with technical support, we help with hurricane evacuation, economic development, transportation planning, grant writing — whatever assistance local governments or agencies need,” she explained. DeLaney said TCRPC specializes in urban design, community master plans and transportation planning. “Community master planning can be small-scale or large-scale,” she said. “We do different kinds of regional plans, like, for example, Intracoastal Waterway planning in Palm Beach County and also the greenway trails master plan. That’s one where we worked with Indian Trail to make sure that we See ITID, page 4

Artist Kole Trent To Paint Mural At Wellington Green

By Callie Sharkey Town-Crier Staff Report Only a few months after completing a successful mural project at Wellington Landings Middle School, Cocoa Beach artist Kole Trent is back in Wellington to create one of the largest pieces of artwork in his career. From Monday, May 20 through Friday, May 31, Trent will transform a 20-foot-by-60-foot wall space at the Mall at Wellington Green. The entire community is invited to visit and observe this unique project come to life, with the artist on site Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Not only is it free to the public to visit and enjoy the artistic process up close and personal, but

the Trent Art Gallery is adding to the fun. “We plan to give away prizes during the artwork’s creation. People can visit our Facebook page for more details as the project progresses,” said Kyle Trent, operations manager for the Trent Art Gallery and the artist’s brother. “Eventually, there will be an information map and tour guide for all of Kole’s projects during this mural tour.” While Trent’s mural tour has already been to the area, there are big plans for other sites around South Florida. “A big part of the summer tour is an upcoming project that includes eight to 10 large murals in downtown Cocoa Beach,” Kyle Trent See MURAL, page 7

Artist Kole Trent in front of his huge future mural space in the Mall at Wellington Green.

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Palm Beach Central High School Class Of 2019 Graduates May 21

By Gina M. Capone Town-Crier Staff Report It is the time of year that graduates look back upon their high school years, but also look forward with a zestful freedom for what the future may bring. Palm Beach Central High School will graduate the Class of 2019 on Tuesday, May 21 at 2 p.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center. Two outstanding students will graduate at the top of their class — valedictorian Coby Farhi and salutatorian Duc Tran. Farhi came into his freshman year with a plan to stay strong mentally in order to gain the chance of furthering his education. It wasn’t about having a goal to be valedictorian. “My parents and I decided that I should take a very rigorous course load from the start, so that I could hopefully get myself set up with scholarships and other financial aid for college,” he recalled. “My freshman year, I just started off strong. It wasn’t a goal of mine, but it just fell into place.” Fahri has enjoyed his time as a Bronco. “Palm Beach Central High School has been a second home to me, whether it has been for educational purposes, clubs or sports. I have spent the majority of my

time at the high school these last four years. It was most influential on my knowledge and opinions. I think the education is top notch,” he explained. Teachers have played an important role in Farhi’s education. His sophomore year, he particularly enjoyed his history class with teacher Dana Drummond. “I credit him for some of the drive I have for school,” Farhi explained. “He always said, ‘Proper planning prevents poor performance.’ This has stuck with me throughout high school. I always have a plan and a schedule to keep things on track.” Another teacher who was equally inspirational was math teacher Neil Scher. “He was a stark believer in putting the responsibility on you,” Fahri said. “He called it putting the onus on you. It was up to us to get good grades. It was up to us to keep track of our own scheduling, putting us in a college environment to learn.” Fahri took dual-enrollment courses over two summers in high school at Palm Beach State College, and also went abroad to study. His education took him to the Alexander Muss High School in Israel between his sophomore and junior years. “It was a wonderful, lifetime experience,” Farhi explained. “It

was a six-week program that had emphasis on learning Israeli history. Not just learning facts, but first-hand witnessing and exploring the culture of Israel. It was an overall amazing, eye-opening experience.” This also put him more in touch with his family’s history. “My dad was born in Israel,” he explained. “It was really cool for me to get to know his family and see where he grew up.” Farhi is the president of the Future Business Leaders of America. He has learned to harness his leadership skills from being in the organization. In his downtime, Farhi likes to play soccer, volleyball, go fishing, go to the beach and relax at home with his family. Farhi is passionate about the sciences. He will be attending the University of Florida as a biology major. He wants to go to medical school after his undergraduate studies. “The biology program at the University of Florida is extremely good. The school is one of the top schools in Florida,” he said. “I don’t know what kind of doctor I want to become, but I have plenty of time to make this decision. I hope to be able to hone-in on different opportunities at the University of Florida that can help me to

decide where I would like to end up with my career.” Tran, the school’s salutatorian, did not set out to be high ranking. It was the advanced course load he was taking that catapulted him to the front of his class. In his senior year, he found out he would be salutatorian. Tran has been on a STEM track in high school. He enjoys biology, chemistry and physics. He enjoys the classes because of their lab portion. “These [labs] give us very practical skills in each subject area,” he explained. The Math Honor Society holds a special place for Tran. “The club that I hold very closely is the Math Honor Society. It operates every week, every day during lunch time. It allows us to go in and tutor kids who need help.” Social studies teacher John Dalman was influential for Tran. “He changed my viewpoint of the world. He really stressed the idea of viewing things from different angles,” Tran said. Tran will attend the University of Florida in the fall. He wants to focus on pharmaceutical engineering, a branch of engineering focused on discovering, formulating and manufacturing medications. “I look forward to the laboratory research. I want to discover medicine

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for particular diseases,” Tran said. What advice would he give young people looking to get a good education? “One thing that helped me along the way as I progressed through high school is that I took classes and didn’t worry that the classes I was taking were difficult. I never took the difficulty into consideration. Because if you are interested in a particular subject, and have the curiosity for it, then you will do fine,” he said. “Go out of your comfort zone and take courses that you feel you want to take.”

Tran enjoys gardening and hanging out with his dog Chowder. “I enjoy taking my dog Chowder out for walks in the park. Another thing I do to relax is gardening. It is something that pleases my mind to see. At my house, I have roses and hydrangeas. I enjoy putting in the effort and having something grow back so beautiful. I have an appreciation for the environment, so on my own accord, I feel I want to make my environment look better and feel more pleasant,” he explained.

ALA Plans Workshop On Land Regulations, Neighborhood Plan

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report Members of the Acreage Landowners’Association met Tuesday, May 14 and expressed a desire to understand the county’s Uniform Land Development Code better, as well as the Acreage Neighborhood Plan accepted by the county in 1995 and amended in 2008. Board Member Dixie Thiery said many residents seem confused about the codes that regulate land development in The Acreage, and enforcement by the county seems to be changing as the area develops. She added that developers seem to be ignoring the ALA during their application process. “We talked about the Acreage Neighborhood Plan… and I was wondering, because we don’t know a lot about it, the community doesn’t know a lot about it, and we are supposed to be in charge of it and enforcing it,” she said. “I’ve talked to a lot of people, and they said they would be interested in

coming and talking to us about the ULDC.” She suggested that maybe once a year, the board get the community together to discuss the codes. “We could get their input and what they would like to see,” Thiery said. “A lot of people don’t even know we have an Acreage Neighborhood Plan. We’re supposed to be standing up for them, and I would like the county to know that we’re serious about this. I think it’s going by the wayside.” As an example, Thiery referred to county code enforcement citing residents for having vehicles parked in their yards. “Nobody knew about this code change, but they slipped it right in there,” Thiery said. Thiery said there are people who told her they would work with the board to update the Acreage Neighborhood Plan. When the plan was amended in 2008, it was to add language that protected the aquifer by putting restrictions on

gas stations, but no other changes were made. “I would like to see us do something, work on these codes once a year, and see what needs to be updated and what doesn’t,” Thiery said. “It’s going to take a community to get some of this stuff done.” Thiery added that there are some portions of the county code that should apply to The Acreage that don’t apply to other parts of the county, such as gas storage cans next to a garage. “You should be able to do it out here because there’s a swamp buggy or something,” Thiery said. “Some people don’t know that or understand it, and if we don’t take advantage of it, we’re going to lose it.” Thiery said she feels that residents don’t see the ALA being active in the community, although the organization and the Acreage Neighborhood Plan created by the ALA are recognized by the county and the Indian Trail Improvement District.

code meeting sometime in September, since the board had decided earlier in the meeting to not hold meetings in June, July and August. “Maybe during that time off, we could do a couple of classes on the ULDC, and maybe we can actively figure out what we’re doing and what we’re supposed to be doing to protect the Acreage Neighborhood Plan,” she said. Thiery suggested that a representative of the ALA meet with County Commissioner Melissa McKinlay and ITID to clarify the ALA’s position in the approval process. “I’ve been out here 34 years. We were told I could build a pole barn without any kind of permit,” Thiery said. “Now, it’s against the law… Now they want permits for everything.” Limbaugh said she would make arrangements for a room, either at the ITID office or the library, over the summer to hold workshops. A copy of the Acreage Neigh-

borhood Plan is available online at http://discover.pbcgov.org/pzb/ planning/Publications/Acreage_ NP_plan_revised_082808.pdf. In other business: • Limbaugh announced that Board Member Vickie Shafer has resigned as treasurer. • Limbaugh suggested doing a school supply drive for the coming year, getting donations from the community. Board Member Perry Williams recommended getting names of local teachers or schools that can be helped, rather than go through the school district, which he said does not necessarily get the donations to local schools that need them. Limbaugh said she would set up boxes at local shops and possibly the ITID office to receive the donations. • Williams suggested restarting the flea market at Acreage Community Park, which has been done in the past, but lacked customers, although there were plenty of vendors.

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Thiery cited recent commercial development plans submitted to the county for approval that did not meet the Acreage Neighborhood Plan’s requirement that commercial development be on at least 10 acres. “If we were a city, we could make our own rules,” Thiery said. “But we have the rules, and we’ve asked them to please recognize them… They don’t think it’s important because we’re not making it important.” ALA President Melissa Limbaugh pointed out that the county’s minimum requirement for a commercial development is only four acres, where the Neighborhood Plan requires 10 acres. Thiery said she was especially concerned about code enforcement, which reportedly will not come out unless someone calls in a complaint. “Once they come out here, they go up and down your street,” Thiery said. Thiery suggested holding the

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Neighborhood Watch Meeting Focuses On Storm Preparedness

By Gina M. Capone Town-Crier Staff Report It was a packed house at Wellington’s Village Wide Neighborhood Watch Meeting on Wednesday, May 8 at the Wellington Community Center. The evening featured Palm Beach County’s Department of Public Safety Special Projects Coordinator Michael Jankowski giving a presentation on hurricane preparedness. Wellington staff members were also on hand to give out brochures and stickers, and to discuss concerns residents might have. Jankowski explained that his mission is to minimize the impact of emergencies and disasters to the community through education, training and response. “We really enjoy doing public outreach, whether we are going to a local HOA or coming to a town hall meeting like this,” he said. “We love to come out and share our information.” The county’s Division of Emergency Management needs support from the entire community to keep people safe during hurricane season. “We cannot just do it ourselves. Emergency management takes a lot of people. It is not just here in Wellington, but Palm Beach County and the State of Florida,”

Rustic Roads

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continued from page 1 the roadways within the Rustic Ranches community,” Cohen said. “We believe the roadways are an integral part of Pine Tree’s water control plan and the obligation to drain and reclaim the land. For many years, Pine Tree maintained the roads in Rustic Ranches. In 2004, after we annexed them into the village, we entered into the interlocal agreement whereby Wellington maintained them.” That continued for years, even after a referendum to make Pine Tree a dependent district to the Village of Wellington was voted down by Pine Tree voters, who are mostly Rustic Ranches property owners. “After the landowners within Pine Tree voted not to become a dependent special district, we should have terminated the agreement at that point. It was contemplated in the agreement that that would occur,” Cohen explained. While the residents believe that Wellington made a promise to maintain the roads permanently after the community’s annexation, village officials assert that would require a continued agreement with Pine Tree, either by it becoming a dependent district or through an interlocal agreement. Village Manager Paul Schofield addressed the situation at Tuesday’s council meeting. “Rustic Ranches is a subdivision that was approved by Palm Beach County in the 1970s under the process called an affidavit of

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continued from page 1 properly identified unpaved trails for equestrian users, as well as bicyclists and pedestrians.” TCRPC also works on corridor plans to comply with local standards, as well as meet the standards of agencies that control the roadways, identifying roads that need to be paved or prioritized, and identifying how to direct traffic away from local streets and onto major roadways. DeLaney said the agency also promotes the concept of “complete streets” that offer safe access not just for cars, but for all users of the roadway, balancing it out so that it is also bicycle, pedestrian and horse friendly. “When we try to look at what’s happening in the district, the Acreage Neighborhood Plan was developed back in 1995 and updated in 2008,” DeLaney said, pointing out that its goals included land use controls as well as protecting the area’s lifestyle, which seem to

Jankowski explained. “It is our businesses, our churches, our synagogues and organizations. Our first responders are important. We believe that by having partnerships with these organizations and including our citizens, we can be proactive in helping.” The presentation included educating the audience about storms and being prepared. This means making a plan, building a hurricane kit, getting involved and being informed. Making a family plan is important. This will determine who does what and where your family will ride out the storm. Having such a plan can help save lives, Jankowski said. Before a storm arrives, residents should locate their water meter and electrical shutoff. Trim trees and store loose objects. Know the disaster plan at your child’s school or daycare. Install and test smoke detectors. Use a video camera to record the contents of your home and store a copy of the video with a friend who lives out of town. Photocopy important papers and store them safely. Make plans to board your pet if you decide to go to a shelter. Obtain cash or travelers checks and establish an out-of-state contact to call in case of an emergency.

Making a plan has different meanings to different people. “Do you have trees that could come down or branches that could fall on your car? These are things you want to prepare for,” Jankowski said. “Evacuation zones may not affect you, as you are far west off the coast. Only if there are instances that you are in a mobile home park or modular homes that you should evacuate.” The key is to know what to do before a storm arrives. “Know where to go and how to get there,” Jankowski continued. “Know where there are shelters, gas stations, grocery stores and resources. Know if you are in a flood zone. Our web site will list what gas stations are open. We will also list what grocery stores are open.” All this information and more can be found at www.readypbc. com. “One thing we noticed with Hurricane Irma was there was a massive evacuation,” Jankowski said. “People were outwardly afraid this was going to be a big hurricane, so they left. But what happened was the freeways backed up. People were actually stuck, and they didn’t know what to do and where to go. Don’t wait until the last minute.”

exemption. What the developer did in this case was, he said, ‘We do not want to comply with county subdivision regulations, but we are going to have lots that are at a minimum of just over five acres.’ In order for you to get the affidavit of exemption, you have to do a few things. You have to specify who’s responsible for drainage, and who’s responsible for the roads. In this case, the specification was the Pine Tree Water Control District. From the mid-1970s to 2004, Pine Tree did, in fact, maintain the roads,” Schofield explained. “In 2004, on annexation, we entered into an agreement with Pine Tree that we would provide government services, some of which would be directly paid for, and some collected by a gas tax.” That agreement did have an optout clause, which Wellington has now used, Schofield said. “That agreement contained a provision that either party could opt out of it in 270 days,” he said. “When we were going through the process of making Rustic Ranches dependent, the residents voted not to do that. We never said it would be done [maintain the roads] at no cost to Pine Tree.” The village terminated road maintenance in Rustic Ranches in September 2018. For a short time, Pine Tree began maintaining the roads, but discontinued that service in February. Since then, the roads have not been maintained by either side. At the council meeting, two solutions to the matter were discussed. One solution would be to join together for a new interlocal agreement with Pine Tree regarding the roads in Rustic Ranches. A second solution would be that the residents can dedicate the roads to the public, since there is no process

where Wellington can maintain private roads. “The new interlocal agreement would have to be with Pine Tree,” Cohen said at the council meeting. “While the Rustic Ranches residents are expressing their opinions, Rustic Ranches is not a governmental entity. We are dealing with Pine Tree. We have heard nothing from the Pine Tree board about this issue.” While Pine Tree is an independent special district, all three elected Pine Tree board members are property owners in Rustic Ranches. Approximately 30 residents from Rustic Ranches attended the council meeting. They sat attentively in a group and stood in solidarity each time one of their members approached the podium. It was tense at times, with Mayor Anne Gerwig quieting the crowd, noting that they could not speak over the council as the council was discussing business. Carol Montgomery, representing a group of the landowners, spoke at the meeting. She also spoke directly to the Town-Crier in a recent interview. “In 2004, the Village of Wellington courted the residents, promising us that they would maintain Rustic Ranches roads at a high standard and to bring these roads into the Wellington street system,” Montgomery said. “In exchange for the promises, Rustic Ranches landowners voted to annex into Wellington.” Leland Wright, president of the Pine Tree Water Control District, also spoke to the Town-Crier this week, stressing that his district controls water, not roads. “Our job is to control drainage of the water, the swales along the edges of the roads that drain

be foremost to residents now in light of widespread development around them. “There’s a whole lot of development that has been approved near the district, and this wasn’t envisioned in 1995,” she said. “Maybe not envisioned on this scale in 2008.” DeLaney said the total development plans amount to about 14,000 units and about 11 million square feet of non-residential space that have been approved nearby. “That’s a whole lot of impact to try to accommodate in an area that really wasn’t planned in a way to handle all that kind of traffic going back and forth,” DeLaney said, adding that there are a variety of ways to address the issue, such as developing town center areas that focus activity into smaller areas, rather than force a long commute. “A rural town center, that’s probably about your scale,” DeLaney said. “What’s being developed literally next to you and within the area is really a suburban town center, so a conflict is going to happen because the trip generation rates between those things are very different from one another, so

it takes a lot of work to try to get those things to synchronize.” DeLaney said she also reached out to ITID’s traffic engineer, Captec, to get a better understanding of the work that firm has done as far as studying stop signs and traffic calming measures. “One of the things we learned in that conversation was about prioritization, when and where those improvements take place,” DeLaney said. “That’s one of the opportunities you have in the district, to try to zoom down a bit, to look at how those pieces fit together, to be more competitive for grant funding and give more predictability.” She said the speed of traffic is inversely correlated to safety because a faster traveling driver can only see a narrow field of vision. “That’s why traffic calming is so important,” DeLaney said. DeLaney also talked to Captec about the vehicle crashes taking place at different intersections in The Acreage. “You’re getting… almost 80 crashes over 10 years,” DeLaney said. “That is a very disturbing number for me, when I’m looking

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water, the culvert pipes that water is drained through, the canals that drain the water off, and the banks,” Wright said. “The dispute about maintaining the roads in Rustic Ranches is between the landowners in Rustic Ranches and the Village of Wellington. As Pine Tree has discovered through research during a [previous] lawsuit filed against the village, the Village of Wellington owns the roadways. The management of the roads is Wellington’s and nobody else’s responsibility.” That, however, is not the view of the village. At Tuesday’s meeting, the council approved a resolution declaring a health and safety emergency regarding road maintenance in Rustic Ranches. This

will allow the village to bypass a state-imposed mediation period before one governmental agency sues another. According to Cohen, Wellington’s next step would be to go to court to compel Pine Tree to maintain the roads. In other business: • The council recognized Volunteer Sergeant Kenneth Finkleman and Volunteer Captain Chet McCarthy for their hours of volunteering to keep Wellington safe. • Resident Henry Brodie spoke about the need for a senior center in Wellington. He asked the council to find a location where seniors could have their own site and where businesses could locate in order to offer services to the seniors.

• After months of discussion, the council granted final passage to a new ordinance regulating nightclubs in Wellington. The ordinance explains that an establishment has to have four out of six listed criteria to be classified as a nightclub. If a cover charge is paid, there is a dance floor or live music, alcohol is served, a onetime membership fee is paid, and the event happens during the hours of midnight and 8 a.m., then the criteria have been met. The ordinance requires the establishment to hire properly licensed security inside and outside the establishment covering 150 patrons to each officer. No one under age 21 can be admitted to such establishments.

at data like this in lots of different communities.” DeLaney said that ITID is being proactive in doing traffic studies and putting traffic calming in place and getting grants to help in the effort. “Some roads are getting improved,” DeLaney said. “With all the development happening around you, there’s not really a clear understanding of where all that traffic is going to go, but that’s the approach you have underway and you’re making improvements.” DeLaney said developing a transportation and infrastructure master plan would be the next step to be more proactive. “At least a 20-year look at what your needs are and where investments should be made,” DeLaney said. “We would suggest the best plans that are developed like that have a very clear set of priorities.” DeLaney said near schools and parks and high-crash intersections would be the highest priorities. “Roadways that you know are going to be carrying a lot of traffic from Westlake, for example,

should have higher scoring,” she said. “A next step up would be developing formal partnerships with Palm Beach County or neighboring municipalities because they can share costs. They can also make it much more competitive to get grant dollars.” DeLaney said another step to consider is incorporation. “I know that’s a subject that has been underway in the district for a long time,” she said. “The advantage of incorporation is you get more power and you have

more control, and you get a seat at the table instead of being on the menu.” DeLaney added that it is important to hold community meetings to keep residents involved. Argue asked what the cost would be to engage TCRPC for consulting, and DeLaney said the agency is a nonprofit, but it does have to charge for its costs. She said she could have an approximate cost for the board at its June meeting, and by consensus, the board agreed to move forward.

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Royal Palm Beach Councilman Richard Valuntas, Councilman Jeff Hmara, Vice Mayor Jan Rodusky, Mayor Fred Pinto and Councilwoman Selena Samios welcome attendees.

American German Club Volkstanzgruppe members Carlos Rios, Donna Galecki, Caroline Gerlich Call and Brent Wacker. Aranmore Academy of Irish Dance members Jane Raeth, Lilia Marzi, Jayden Ramstell, Kayla Ruth and assistant teacher Alexandra Maxwell. CAFCI members Dennis Wright, Elet Cyris, Paul Baker, Percival Wood, Winsom Martin and Genieve White on stage.

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By M. Dennis Taylor Town-Crier Staff Report Palm Beach County attorney Lloyd Comiter presented a small claims lawsuit and mediation clinic at the Wellington library on Wednesday, May 8 on behalf of the Palm Beach County Bar Association. The purpose of the presentation was to give an overview of how to navigate small claims court without having to hire an attorney and to provide contact information for resources to help in that effort. Comiter, who has been an attorney since 1991, has been conduct-

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continued from page 1 said. “We are prolonging the tour as long as people continue to give us walls to paint.” Trent’s work often carries a marine theme that includes creatures such as sea turtles and jellyfish. Lately, his work has

ing these clinics for more than a decade. The bar association offers other lectures and a lawyer referral service. They can be reached at (561) 687-3266, or visit www. palmbeachbar.org. The Florida Bar has a “find a Florida lawyer” link on its web site at www.floridabar.org. It also provides links to the rules of small claims court, which Comiter said is “must read” material. Comiter said the most important first step is to select the right venue in which to sue the defendant. He said that you must sue in the place where the defendant lives, in the case of a corporation,

at the address where the corporation is registered. Small claims cases in Wellington and the western communities are heard at the Belle Glade courthouse. Comiter offered tips on avoiding the need for a lawsuit. He said in a transaction, always communicate clearly. “Say what you want to say and listen. Document clearly the date, time, name and what was discussed,” he said. “Read everything you are going to sign, and if you do not understand something, do not sign it.” There are other ways to settle

embraced bold colors and stylized images inspired by the floral side of nature. With Wellington’s strong ties to the equestrian community, the giant mural at the mall will include a horse-related theme, but Trent is not giving much else away. The exhibit is semi-permanent, as the long-term plans for the space could change down the line. The public is encouraged to come out to watch the work develop, take

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Artist Kole Trent in front of a mural he did earlier this year at Wellington Landings Middle School.

situations before filing a suit. “Mediation is the best way to resolve a dispute,” Comiter said. “But everyone needs to agree to go to mediation and comply with the decision.” If the parties can’t agree to settle the dispute by mediation, then the plaintiff, the one filing suit, can choose to move on and walk away, as pursuing the matter will cost more money, and if one did hire an attorney, the cost could easily exceed the loss that caused you to sue in the first place. Finally, there is the choice to litigate, Comiter highly suggested the plaintiff read the rules of small claims court. These can be found at www.floridabar.org. “Read rules 7.010 through 7.300, which isn’t as long as it sounds,” said Comiter, who also recommended locating forms 7.310 through 7.350 while on the site. Other web sites with valuable information are www.mypalmbeachclerk.com with instructions and forms, www.15thcircuit.com where judges have a page with information about them and instructions on how they conduct business, and www.leg.state.fl.us where one can read the Florida state laws. Comiter also said to read Florida Statues Chapter 47 for a clear understanding of the venue. “File suit in the wrong place and the first thing that happens is the defendant asks for and receives a change of venue, and you have to file again and pay the filing fee again,” he said. “Service is just as important,” said Comiter who explained that informing the defendant correctly that they are being sued is how the judge acquires jurisdiction over the case. “Serve the correct person. For an individual, that has to be a person 15 and over who lives at the address. For a corporation, you

serve the registered agent, and you find out who the registered agent is by using www.sunbiz.org.” If all this do-it-yourself work finds you needing someone to talk to, there is a self-service center in the courthouse open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. that can answer general questions. “But they can’t answer legal questions about your case,” Comiter said. “That would be practicing law without a license.” While small claims court only handles suits for the principal up to $5,000, this is not including court costs, attorney fees and interest. “In your court papers, keep it short and simple, just tell who did what to whom and when,” he said, adding that last year, each of the nine judges heard some 4,757 cases. For your evidence, have clear, complete copies of the entire contract. Remember, hearsay is not allowed. “Don’t bring in a letter from an expert, bring in the expert and make sure you have quality experts,” Comiter said. All this work, and e-filing, can be done online by yourself. Usually, a judge hears the case. “You can request a jury trial, but last year, out of 26,000 small claims cases, there were two jury trials,” Comiter said. You should also be sure that all the correct people get the paperwork. “When mailing to the court or the judge, you must mail a copy to the other side,” Comiter said. The court proceedings begin with a pre-trial conference. “Be in the right place at the right time. Be early,” he said, suggesting half an hour so you could be relaxed, relieved and ready. Comiter recommended bringing copies of all the right material, all organized, a list of witnesses — not the actual witnesses — and

your calendar, so when they go to set up a future court date, you don’t have to change it later. Bring someone for moral support if you think you’ll need them, and an interpreter if you don’t speak English fluently. In a civil trial, you have to supply your own interpreter. The action begins with mandatory mediation but be prepared for your trial. You should have your subpoenas ready for your witnesses and observe other trials, so you know what’s going on, where to sit, how to act and dress. Be early and focused. Be prepared, keep it short and simple. Be respectful of everyone in the room. Be organized, professional and civil. Speak when spoken to and listen. The plaintiff goes first, then the defendant. If you are the plaintiff and you win your case, remember that a judgment is only a piece of paper. Make a demand for payment, certify and record the judgment so it becomes a public record. Comiter continued his tips saying after the judgment to contact the defendant, let them know you’re not going away. He said to file a judgment lien after 30 days for a lien on personal property. “It is more effort,” Comiter said. “But do it. You’ve gone this far.” If you do not have an attorney, you can have a “hearing in aid of execution.” This is an information sheet that has to be filled out with financial records. Defendants also often get in trouble for not complying with court orders, Comiter said. They can’t get in trouble for not paying, but they can go to jail for not complying with court orders. If and when the judgment is satisfied, record a satisfaction of judgment, or as the plaintiff, you can get in trouble for not recording this paperwork.

Former NuVista Welcomes New Operator And Name, The Addington At Wellington Green

Florida-based senior living and rehabilitation services provider KR Management LLC is the new licensed operator of the assisted living facility and post-acute care center located at 10330 NuVista Avenue in Wellington. The Addington at Wellington Green is the new name of the facility formerly known as NuVista Living at Wellington Green. KR Management is a familyowned senior housing management company based in Indian Shores that manages 10 assisted living, independent living and rehabilitation facilities. This is the company’s first assisted living and rehabilitation facility in Palm Beach County.

“We are honored to be entrusted with the management of the Addington and excited to build on its great reputation for quality care,” said Phil Kelsey, KR Management’s chief operations officer. “The Addington is a name that conveys the warmth and character of our facility and its surroundings. It’s important for the West Palm Beach community to know that while the ownership and name have changed here, the people and programs our patients and residents love have not.” The Agency for Health Care Administration approved the license change of ownership effective April 1. The change in ownership prompted the name change, but

KR Management had been managing the facility on an interim basis since Feb. 15. Day-to-day operations will continue to be overseen by Robert Campion in his role as executive director of the facility. The 120-bed post-acute care center and 52-bed assisted living facility originally opened in 2011. The assisted living facility provides an intimate, family-like senior living experience for residents with private apartments, a full dining room with kosher and vegetarian meal plans, and a wide variety of off-site and on-site social activities from shopping trips to entertainment, guest speakers to celebrations. The post-acute care center

provides short-term rehabilitative care following a hospital procedure with an emphasis on excellent continuity of medical care and high-quality outcomes for patients. It features a medically supervised, comfortable environment staffed with nurses, certified nursing assistants and specialists in physical therapy, speech therapy and more. “We are excited to build on and enhance the programs and amenities that have helped thousands of people heal in our post-acute care setting and live comfortably and safely in our assisted living facility,” Kelsey said. KR Management was founded in 2002 and manages indepen-

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history,” Library Director Doug Crane said. “With our anniversary celebration, we believe this is an appropriate opportunity to give back to the residents of Palm Beach County who have supported county library service for the past five decades.”

and honor those who serve in the U.S. military. “The West Palm Beach VA Medical Center is proud to offer services and programs that specifically cater to the needs of women who have served in the military,” Women Veterans Program Manager Rosemary Balaguer said. “We offer services to women in various stages of life — from pre- and post-menopausal women to those within childbearing age — and we encourage all women who have served to come in and speak with our staff about the benefits available to them.” For more information about the VA’s healthcare options for women, call the Women Veterans Call Center at (855) VA-WOMEN (855-829-6636) or visit www. womenshealth.va.gov.

NEWS BRIEFS Outsiders Drill Team Fun Show

The Outsiders Drill Team will host a Summer Fun Show Fundraiser on Sunday, June 2 at the Nicole Hornstein Equestrian Park, located at 14780 Hamlin Blvd. in The Acreage. There will be food trucks, fun games and great prizes. The event is open to all ages and riding abilities. Registration starts at 8 a.m. and games begin at 9:30 a.m. The Outsiders Drill Team will perform equine drills during the day. For more info., visit www. facebook.com/theoutsidersdrillteam.

Wellington To Observe Memorial Day

The Village of Wellington and the American Legion Chris Reyka Memorial Wellington Post 390 will honor all veterans at a Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 27. Veterans are invited to walk in a Memorial Day Parade beginning at 8:15 a.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex, located at 12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd. The parade will end at the Wellington Veterans Memorial, located on the corner of Forest Hill and South Shore boulevards, and will be followed at 8:30 a.m. by the Memorial Day Ceremony. Active or retired veterans attending the ceremony will have an opportunity to register at the Wellington tent the morning of the event to be recognized. To become a part of this event, or to walk in the parade, call Michelle Garvey at (561) 791-4082. The American Legion Chris Reyka Memorial Wellington Post 390 will hold its annual Veterans Open House on Wednesday, June 5, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). The event will feature guest speakers to raise

awareness about the American Legion and the services offered to veterans. For more information, contact wellingtonlegion390@ gmail.com.

RPB Citizen Summit May 20

The Village of Royal Palm Beach invites the community to take part in a Citizen Summit on the future direction of the village scheduled for Monday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center, located at 151 Civic Center Way. The Citizen Summit is a component of the ongoing development of the village’s Strategic Plan. The plan consists of a vision and mission statement, goals and action agenda, which looks at specific issues and projects to accomplish the vision. The summit is an opportunity for the mayor and the Royal Palm Beach Village Council to listen to ideas and suggestions from residents. The Citizen Summit will be facilitated by Lyle Sumek, who is assisting in developing the Strategic Plan. RSVP to the Village Clerk’s Office at (561) 790-5100.

Cruise Night At Knot Just Pizza

Knot Just Pizza, located at 8170 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, will host a cruise night on Saturday, May 18 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The restaurant features delicious thin crust or New York-style pizza with more than 30 toppings and many other freshly made specialties. The free cruise night is open to all classic, custom or cool cars, and you’ll receive a 10 percent discount for your ride in the show field. There will be a $25 gift card for owner’s choice near the conclusion. Rockin’ Rich Bedford of www. rollbackradio.com will have a live broadcast. For more information,

call (561) 508-2833 or visit www. knotjustpizzas.com.

PBC Streamlines Roof Permit Process

The Palm Beach County Building Division recently implemented a streamlined reroofing permitting process. As a result of the initial successes of the effort, the county is expanding its use and implementing the process for all new residential single-family reroofing projects. Since new streamlined paperwork has been developed specifically for these projects, effective June 1, division staff will no longer accept the old application paperwork for like-for-like reroofing on detached one-family or two-family dwellings. This process will enable county staff to maintain existing levels of code compliance while ensuring a faster turn-around time in receiving permits. Applicants filing the new forms may obtain a permit while they wait, or on the next business day, based upon the applicant’s preference. The new application paperwork is available for download under “Permitting Forms” in the forms directory at http://discover. pbcgov.org/pzb/building/pages/ forms.aspx. While the majority of detached one-story and twofamily dwellings are eligible, not all projects qualify for the simplified process.

Wear Green On May 23

May is Mental Health Awareness and Trauma Informed Care Month, and Palm Beach County is celebrating. Healthier Delray Beach and Birth to 22: United For Brighter Futures are hosting the fourth annual Get Your Green On campaign countywide. Everyone in Palm Beach Coun-

ty is encouraged to wear green on Thursday, May 23 and post pictures on social media (#GetYourGreenOn and #GYGO2019) to show their support for mental health awareness and traumainformed care. In addition, communities all over the county will be presenting proclamations and hosting events. The Village of Wellington made its proclamation on April 23. Important statistics to note: 1 in 4 adults and 1 in 5 youth (ages 13 to 18) experience serious mental health concerns, and 26 percent of children experience a traumatic event before the age of 4. Of those, 60 percent of adults and 50 percent of youth do not receive the necessary treatment. Healthier Delray Beach and Birth to 22: United For Brighter Futures are working to change these statistics by promoting awareness about behavioral health and encouraging communities to offer trauma-informed care. For more information about the campaign, visit www.getyourgreenon. org.

Women’s Health Open House At West Palm VA

In celebration of National Women’s Health Week, May 12-18, the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center will host a Women Veterans Open House on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to noon at 7305 N. Military Trail in West Palm Beach. The event falls on Armed Forces Day, a national day to recognize

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The Palm Beach County Commission recently authorized the Palm Beach County Library System to run an overdue fine forgiveness program. During the month of June, cardholders may request forgiveness for any overdue fines on their account. Requests will be accepted in person, by phone or online at www.pbclibrary.org. Cardholders can also return lost items for fine forgiveness and even request a free replacement card if needed. Fees exempt from the program include damaged or lost material fees, collection agency fees, bad check fees and interlibrary loan fees. No refunds will be issued for fines already paid. “This is only the second overdue fine forgiveness program in our

Loxahatchee Groves Elementary School thanks the Town of Loxahatchee Groves for its generous donation to the LGES PTO Carnival, which will be held Friday, May 17 from 5 to 8 p.m. Shown above are (L-R) Vice Mayor David DeMarois, Mayor Robert Shorr, Principal Richard Myerson and PTO Board Member Marc Tallentine.

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Western Pines Middle School student Caleigh Little, who won the top award in the music category, with her teacher Steve Gordon, PHOTO COURTESY DAVIDOFF STUDIOS and her mother Stephanie Little.

Western Pines Students Win Fellowship Awards

More than 140 people attended the Palm Beach Fellowship of Christians & Jews end-of-season May Day Soiree on May 1. The event included the presentation of awards to local students for the Essay & Creative Arts Competition. Caleigh Little, an eighth grader at Western Pines Middle School, took the top award in the music category, and Maya Morales, also an eighth grader at Western Pines, captured the top prize in the art category. Western Pines students who took home honorable mentions were: Michael Peters, grade 8, music category; Olivia Figurella, grade 8, essay category; and Nicholas Hardy, grade 7, video category. Western Pines teacher Steve Gordon received a check for school supplies for being a teacher of winning students. Fellowship Education Co-Chair Chuck Hagy presented the awards. A panel of judges reviewed hundreds of submissions with this year’s theme of “Hope.” The annual contest is open to middle school and high school students from all public, private, parochial and charter schools in Palm Beach County. Fellowship Chair John C. Randolph welcomed everyone to the final event of the fellowship’s 26th season. “We feel that we have accomplished much in our 26 years of existence and that things have improved locally,” Randolph said.

Maya Morales captured the top prize in the art category. “But nationally and internationally, things have deteriorated. Hate crimes and anti-Semitic activities have increased on college campuses, in synagogues, in our communities, schools and elsewhere. It is for that reason that each of us must work all that much harder to combat hatred and prejudice of all kinds.” The group is dedicated to promoting fellowship, understanding and respect among all religions and cultures; to bringing the community together through education, dialogue and interaction; and to addressing issues rooted in intolerance, anti-Semitism and unjust discrimination. For more information, call (561) 833-6150 or visit www. palmbeachfellowship.net.

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12, she has sat behind a student’s desk in almost every room of the school. These days her desk is at the head of the room, slightly larger, and she is called “Mrs. Skelton,” now that she married her boyfriend of six years, who she met in her classes at Berean. Skelton graduated last year from Palm Beach Atlantic University and completed her student teaching at Berean. She was excited to come back to Berean in order to impact and influence first graders as they learn and grow. One of the best experiences about coming back to Berean to teach for Skelton is beBerean teacher Victoria Skelton ing able to work with her husband and dogs.

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arresting hook that protrudes from the rear of the aircraft. George Washington is currently undergoing a four-year refueling complex overhaul at Newport News Shipbuilding, a process that includes refueling the ship’s nuclear reactors and modernizing more than 2,300 compartments and hundreds of systems. The carrier is expected to leave the shipyard in 2021 and return to Yokosuka, Japan, as the Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier. Fagen is playing an important part in America’s focus on rebuilding military readiness, strengthening alliances and reforming business practices in support of the National Defense Strategy. “Our priorities center on people, capabilities and processes, and will be achieved by our focus on speed, value, results and partnerships,” Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer said. “Readiness, lethality and modernization are the requirements driving these priorities.” Though there are many ways for sailors to earn distinction in their command, community and career, Fagen is most proud of earning Watertight Door Technician of the Month.

“I feel like sometimes the junior sailors don’t always get noticed, so it can really boost morale when you know your chain of command is paying attention,” Fagen said. Serving in the Navy is a continuing tradition of military service for Fagen, who has military ties with family members who have previously served. “My uncle was in the Army,” he said. “I wanted to get out of my hometown and have the opportunity to have my education paid for.” Sailors’ jobs are highly varied aboard the carrier. Approximately 3,200 men and women make up the ship’s crew, which keeps all parts of the aircraft carrier running smoothly. Another 2,500 men and women form the air wing responsible for flying and maintaining the aircraft aboard the ship. “Our ship’s motto is the Spirit of Freedom, and this motto is evidenced daily in the actions and character of our sailors,” said Capt. Glenn Jamison, commanding officer of George Washington. “The work they are involved in today is difficult, but is vital to national security, to our maritime strategy, and to our ability to provide com-

Airman Christopher Fagen passion and aid when and where needed.” As a member of one of the U.S. Navy’s most relied-upon assets, Fagen and other George Washington sailors know they are part of a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes, providing the Navy the nation needs. “It is cool to feel like I am making an impact with my life,” Fagen said. “I feel like I am doing something by giving back to my country.”

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RPB’s Brandon Antonio Reyes Honored By Sigma Alpha Lambda

Sigma Alpha Lambda recently announced that Brandon Antonio Reyes of Royal Palm Beach has been recognized as a member of the Sigma Alpha Lambda National Leadership and Honors Organization at the University of South Florida. Sigma Alpha Lambda is a national leadership and honors organization dedicated to promoting and rewarding academic achievement and providing members with opportunities for community service, personal development and lifelong professional fulfillment. Reyes just finished his first year

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High Touch High Tech is bringing The Lab for Kids back to Wellington. They have partnered with the Scientastic Institute and are located off Pierson Road in Wellington. High Touch High Tech, the proud leader in science education for the past 25 years, brings science to life with totally participatory, hands-on experiments for children ages 4 to 14 years old. Each day will be a new adventure, from interacting with real animals to launching rockets and panning for real gems. High Touch High Tech offers affordable pricing, experiments with lots of cool take-homes, arts and crafts, physical activities, animal interactions and more, tapping into children’s natural curiosity. Expect awesome fun making slime, erupting volcanoes, launching rockets, making ice cream and more. Call (561) 792-3785 now or visit www.sciencemadefunsfl.net. Junior Golf Camp at the Okeeheelee Golf Course and the Park Ridge Golf Course, through the Junior Golf Foundation of America, is now accepting summer camp registrations. New and seasoned golfers can develop their skills while having a blast. The JGFA provides junior golfers with the tools to enjoy the game for a lifetime. Professional PGA/LPGA golf instructors, trained coaches and staff are carefully picked for their love of junior golf, teaching abilities and inspirational approach. The program emphasizes safety, fun, sportsmanship and personal attention. Camps run June 4 through Aug. 10, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Evaluation reports, prizes/trophies, official JGFA items, a certificate of completion and a pizza party on the last day is included. Also available are camps for 4-to-6-year-olds, the Advanced Players Academy, Junior Golf tournaments, weekly programs, leagues, walk-up clinics and more. For additional information, visit www.jgfa.org or call (561) 964-GOLF, ext. 4. At Noah’s Ark Summer Camp, elementary-aged children enjoy fun field trips and activities, such as bowling, skating, the South Florida Science Museum, movies, picnics and more. Similar on-campus activities are held for preschool ages. Tuition includes a creative curriculum, use of computers, field trips and all meals. The main

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BEREAN CHRISTIAN WELLINGTON EL SCHOOL BIOTECH CLASS KINDERGARTNERS VISIT SCRIPPS INSTITUTE LEARN ABOUT THE LAW

On April 25, Berean Christian School’s biotechnology class spent the day at the Scripps Research Institute in Jupiter to learn more about its cutting-edge research with DNA and the biomedical field. The students participated in a hands-on laboratory experience where they learned to extract DNA. The students were inspired by the time they spent with scientists learning about their research and the opportunities available to them in the expanding field of biotechnology. Many plan to apply for Scripps’ internship program. To learn about this program or any program at Berean Christian School, visit www.bcsbulldogs.org.

Attorney Jessica Latour from the law firm Bobo, Ciotoli, White & Russell visited the Wellington Elementary School kindergarten classes of Jennifer Allen and Laura Ann LaSpisa on Friday, May 3. Latour taught the students about car accident law and allowed the students to participate in a mock trial. The students learned how to be a lawyer, a witness, a judge, a clerk, a plaintiff and a defendant. It was an exciting, interactive learning experience for the kindergartners.

Education Place 2019 Graduation Ceremony May 19

Summer Youth Programs Return To PBSC Campuses

Education Place will hold its 2019 graduation ceremony on Sunday, May 19 at the International Polo Club Palm Beach, located at 3667 120th Avenue South in Wellington. Following the graduation ceremony, the school will host a buffet dinner and pool party for the graduates and their families, as well as the faculty, students and parents of the Education Place community. Education Place, located in the original Wellington Mall, serves students in first grade through grade 12. The private school offers an accredited curriculum in an alternative school environment and specializes in meeting the needs of equestrian families. For more information, visit www.1educationplace.com or call (561) 753-6563.

Education Place graduates Zachary Burton, Amelia Flanagan and Ben Paul. Not pictured: Kaitlyn Barrientos, Jocelyn Marrero, Rachel Perry and Rose Rodriguez.

Two popular summer programs for youth are relaunching this year at Palm Beach State College. Summer Youth College will be held at the Boca Raton campus June 3 through Aug. 2 for children 8 to 12. The Summer Youth Arts Program will run from June 3 through July 25 on the Lake Worth campus with workshops for youth 8 to 17. Classes will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Pre-camp and postcamp options are available for parents who need earlier drop-off or later pick-up times. Summer Youth College, organized by the Corporate and Continuing Education Department, focuses on science, literature, arts and math. Participants can choose up to two classes each day, and each class will run at the same time and day each week for the whole eight weeks. Classes are

priority is quality and the safety of children. Noah’s Ark is an accredited Gold Seal center. Register now and show the ad to enjoy 50 percent off registration for new customers only. Enrollment is limited. Noah’s Ark emphasizes manners and values, which is essential for good citizenship. The facility caters to children ages six weeks through elementary school. The camp will run from Monday, June 3 through Friday, Aug. 9. Noah’s Ark is located at 14563 Okeechobee Blvd. in Loxahatchee Groves. For more information, call (561) 753-6624 or visit www.noahsarkacademyinc.com. Palm Beach Super Tae Kwon Do is located in Royal Palm Beach at 10489 Southern Blvd. in the shopping center with Burlington Coat Factory, next door to Asian Fusion. Palm Beach Super Tae Kwon Do is offering a summer special for classes, which are taught by World Tae Kwon Do Federation Grandmaster Ki Sop Yoon. You will receive seven weeks at $139, plus a free uniform. The special classes teach self-defense, weapons training (Nunchaku) and help children learn discipline. The facility teaches men, women, teens, children and families to have fun, build confidence, learn self-defense, achieve a positive mind, strong body and healthy spirit. Visit www.supertaekwondo.net or call (561) 795-1199 for more info. Space is limited, so call soon.

$120 each. The program has been well-received by the community through the years, said Jillian Iorio, summer youth specialist. Participants in the Summer Youth Arts Program, hosted by the Humanities Division, will choose from among 12 workshops ranging from fine arts and film production to recording arts and Latin dance that will run throughout the eight weeks. The cost is $179 per week, which is reduced to $159 for the fifth week because of the Fourth of July holiday. Laura Stevens, coordinator of the Summer Youth Arts program, said she is seeing record enrollment with more than 300 students already registered. For more details, visit www. palmbeachstate.edu/SYC for Summer Youth College or www. palmbeachstate.edu/SYAP for the Summer Youth Arts program.

Panther Run Elementary School fourth grader Karley Kopacz with the awards she received at the May 4 ceremony in Orlando.

Panther Run’s Karley Kopacz Wins National PTA Art Contest

On May 1, winners of the national PTA Reflections art contest were announced, and Panther Run Elementary School fourth grader Karley Kopacz was named the national winner in the film category, earning the award for Outstanding Interpretation for the film she produced, Heroes for Change. Heroes for Change is the story of a survivor of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting, Eden Hebron, who witnessed three of her friends lose their lives. She talks about how she’s coping with music therapy. On May 4, Kopacz attended the state awards ceremony in Orlando, where she won an Award of Excellence and received a certificate, ribbon and medal. Kopacz will be honored to represent Panther Run and the State of Florida in Columbus, Ohio, in June at the 2019 National PTA Annual

Convention and Expo’s Reflections ceremony. There, she will present her film to the audience, where it will be shown. Included with her award is an all-expenses-paid trip for Kopacz and a parent to attend the event, as well as an $800 Young Artists scholarship to further her artistic talents, and the Panther Run PTA will be awarded $200 to support arts and culture in the community. Kopacz also will be recognized in front of the Palm Beach County School Board. Kopacz will then be heading to Washington, D.C., in January where all national award recipients also will be honored in a student showcase at the U.S. Department of Education, where the work will be on exhibit. The work will be on a traveling exhibit for one year, until June 2020.

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WELLINGTON CHAMBER MEET-AND-GREET AT Q’SALSAS LATIN BAR & GRILL

It was a night of connections over cocktails at the Wellington Chamber of Commerce gathering on Thursday May 9 the Q’Salsas Latin Bar & Grill on State Road 7. The evening saw a group of about 30 chamber members show up for a Latin buffet and cocktails. Raffle winner Barbara Socker won an oversized umbrella when Louis Eisenberg from TD Bank picked her winning ticket. For more information about chamber events, visit www.wellingtonchamber.com. PHOTOS BY GINA M. CAPONE/TOWN-CRIER

Wellington Chamber President-Elect Lisa Banionis with President Stuart Hack.

Tipsy SalonBar Regional Manager Dawn Penzera and Master Stylist Meridith Morgan.

Danielle Judd, Mona Rosenthal, Chris Mattio, Nikki Reyes Sharp and Lena Ingraham enjoy the event.

Diann Hack with Ambassador of the Year 2019 Arlene Smith.

Mark Elie, Tony Pilozzi and Louis Eisenberg.

Wellington Chamber Executive Director Michela Green, with Julie Pickens of Wellington National with her son Kyle Pickens.

Self-discovery trainer Barbara Socker chats with Pete Martinez of City Furniture.

Devon Rodriguez, Bobbi Rottman and Brian Aviles.

ART SOCIETY MEMBERS ENJOY METALSMITHING DEMO BY MARIA TRITICO

The Wellington Art Society gathered for a meeting on Wednesday, May 8 at the Wellington Community Center. Maria Tritico gave a presentation on making her sterling silver jewelry. Tritico works in metalsmithing, photography and art therapy. To learn more about her work, visit www.mariatritico.com. For more information visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Sandy Axelrod, Carolina King and Suzanne Redmond.

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Gail Erickson with Optimism, a contemporary ceramic sculpture.

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NEWS

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB GYM-NAMING CEREMONY HONORS $500,000 DONATION

The Neil S. Hirsch Family Boys & Girls Club held a pep rally on Tuesday, May 14 to celebrate the new name of the club’s gymnasium, the Vira Hladun Goldman and Olexa Celine Gymnasium. It was named in honor of Olexa Celine, owner of Sebilion Farm Polo Team, and her late mother Vira Hladun Goldman, a philanthropist and a basketball enthusiast. Celine was on hand to present a $500,000 check to the club in support of its newly launched endowment campaign. The ceremony included a three-point shootout competition.

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Grand Champions Polo Club owner Melissa Ganzi and Boys & Girls Club benefactor Neil Hirsch watch the pep rally.

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ROYAL PALM BEACH SENIORS CELEBRATE MOTHER’S DAY WITH A FUN PARTY

The Royal Palm Beach Senior Activities Group held a Mother’s Day party on Friday, May 10 at the Royal Palm Beach Recreation Center. Lunch was served, and seniors had fun dancing and singing to the oldies by Rick Nelson. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

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THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON HOSTS FAMILY FUN DAY ON LAKE WELLINGTON

Families came out to the Lakeside Family Fun Day on Saturday, May 11 on Lake Wellington behind the Wellington Community Center to celebrate togetherness. All Kids Entertainment provided a mermaid and pirate for the event, and nothing was as enchanting as watching 50 children following the pirate around during the treasure hunt. Vendors lined up to educate the community, and Doggin’ It food truck had a long line for its signature hotdogs. The canoes went paddling lakeside, and a bike course was set up by Okeeheelee PHOTOS BY GINA M. CAPONE/TOWN-CRIER BMX at the free event. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/events.

Jose and Michelle Tirado were on hand at the event from Okeeheelee BMX with daughter Kamila and her friends Ashanty Valladares and Bianca Petrelli.

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I Said I Wasn’t The ‘Worst,’ But My Daughter Didn’t Believe Me!

Here’s what I got for Mother’s Day: a chance to be on a TV game show with the word “worst” in the title. My daughter Jennifer nominated me, then told me about it just one day before the show’s casting agency called. “What? But I’m good in the kitchen!” I protested. “Not according to her,” countered the nice woman from the agency. “Trust me, I am not the type of person you want on your show.” “Why not prove her wrong then?” Indeed. Why not? There followed a 10-minute phone interview. “I usually need to talk to a potential candidate for 30 minutes, but 10 will do

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camera? Should I even be doing that? And just a minute here. What had she learned about me in 10 minutes that caused her to think I was a miserable failure? I told her I was young when that fireball came out of the oven. I told her my kid had recovered from the salmonella. Besides, almost everything I serve comes readymade from Costco. What made her think I was a viable candidate for this show? Nonetheless, Jen eagerly (a little too eagerly, if you ask me) was at my house the very next evening, gleefully tearing the tape off my computer’s camera and setting me up to Skype. Dan called promptly at 7 p.m. I have never seen a cuter young man. His hair was all gelled up into a peak,

and he had one of those smiles that just made you want to talk to him. I continued to protest that I was quite adept in the kitchen, and he continued to pry bits of information out of me that caused me to doubt myself. Half an hour later, he was asking me to send in a step-by-step video of myself making something and 15 photos of myself. I don’t have 15 photos of myself! I’m a grandma. All I have is photos of my adorable grandchildren. In fact, my phone’s photo storage isn’t even working anymore — it’s completely clogged up with photos of the kids. Dan had also asked if the kitchen was somewhat clean when I was done in there. I said, “Of course. I am a neat and organized person.”

Long story short, my attempt to show off to Dan was a complete disaster. The food was embarrassing. (Jen spit it out on camera). The oven was belching smoke, and every dish I own was stuck to the kitchen counter with egg whites. Yet, I was not, in the end, chosen to be on the show. “See?” I told Jen proudly. “I’m not the ‘worst’ anything!” She wasn’t listening. She was wiping out the inside of her mouth with a napkin and mumbling something about having the “worst mother” and, “How did I survive childhood?” Still, I felt vindicated. It took me two hours to clean the kitchen, but I was smiling all the time.

‘Pokémon’ Is Funny, But It’s Better If You Know The Characters

Pokémon Detective Pikachu is a weird little film that is surprisingly fun. I am not a fan of Pokémon. Actually, while I have heard of it, I not only have no knowledge base but lack the interest to get involved. There are all sorts of characters in the movie, which is based on the popular game series. But in a week where most of the films are not very interesting, this one seems at least to be popular. And I surprised myself by enjoying it even while not fully understanding it. The plot begins with a strange character breaking out of lab and hurting our hero Tim (Justice Smith) by crashing into him with a car. Tim is searching for his missing father and hooks up with a Pokémon character that looks like a teddy bear with a tail like a lightning bolt. It’s sort of like Who Framed Roger Rabbit? The main difference is that the

‘I’ On CULTURE By Leonard Wechsler new characters can do all sorts of strange things like shoot lightning bolts from their hands. Or in the case of Pikachu, from his tail. The characters are weird with strange names. In this strange city, it is the new kinds of creatures that are interesting. Some are really funny. There was a Mr. Mime hobo that was particularly enjoyable. Actually, it seems most likely that the point of the film was to show the characters more than to have a real

plot. Ryme City, where all the action takes place, is fascinating. In the games, which first became popular more than a quarter of a century ago, the whole thing was about fighting between all the creatures. That is not what this is about. This is a sort of gumshoe tale about a coffee-guzzling detective who happens to be non-human. And it is not much of a story. That is a major weakness. If you are really into the whole Pokémon thing, this must be a blast. I had a quick reminder of a couple of things from the last Avengers film where there were cameos from all over that universe. They generally had little to do with the plot, but it felt nice to see them again. I would imagine the fans of the whole Pokémon thing probably feel the same way about this movie, but it is hard for an outsider to really appreciate it.

What makes the film fun is the voice of Ryan Reynolds, who rises far above the simplistic story. As the voice of Pikachu, he puts things into perspective. It is sort of a PG version of Deadpool. No matter how crazy things are, he has the voice and tone to make it funny. I have no idea why I should be interested in the different weird Pokémonsters. However, the real fans, those who follow the game, probably love it. I know I am an outsider, but I did laugh a lot. And these days, that’s quite a compliment about a movie. I spoke to a few people leaving the theater who clearly loved the movie. They almost had their own language of in-jokes and bits of trivia about the characters. I could not figure much of it out. Then I realized I felt the same way they had but about characters from Game of Thrones and Avengers. We have become an audience built heavily

on niche programming. If you are a real fan, you do learn a new language. The relationship between Brienne and Jamie on Game of Thrones seems important to you, while friends not interested in the series look at you, wondering why you would care. Occasionally, movies are non-genre, but we see more of them all the time. Of course, a movie like Avengers: Endgame becomes a special niche since so many people are part of it. That is why a film like this can work. If you are a Pokémon fan, this is definitely a movie for you. Even if not, Reynolds’ voiceovers and wisecracks turn this into an enjoyable bit of fun. Is it worth the money? Again, if you really like this whole character universe, it is a must-see. If not, you might enjoy the comedy, but it is just a bit over the borderline into the plus column. A bit of fun, but not great fun.

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Pets Are Family, Too! By Randall S. Dugal, D.V.M.

PET TRUSTS

While there are stories abound that involve the superwealthy leaving vast fortunes to their dogs or cats upon their own death, people don’t have to leave their animals a mansion or a pension in order to consider arranging a trust for their beloved pet. A pet trust is a legally binding document that arranges for the care of an animal in the event that its owners pass away before they do. The trust leaves the animal in the care of a specific person, persons, or shelter, and may specify a veterinarian for the animal’s care, a trustee to oversee the care of the animal, and usually a certain amount of money to ensure the care of the pet. If you would like more information on pet trusts, or if you would like to schedule an appointment for a particular pet concern, please call us at COMMUNITY ANIMAL HOSPITAL OF ROYAL PALM BEACH. We offer a full range of medical, dental, and surgical services, with a heavy emphasis on preventive care. OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK, we are conveniently located 1/4 mile east of Royal Palm Beach Blvd., at 11462 Okeechobee Blvd. Please call 798-5508 for appointments or emergencies. P.S. Be sure to consult an attorney to make sure that your pet trust is legally binding in your state.

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BUSINESS NEWS

Realtors Pay It Forward During Hospital Visit

Wellington Angels, composed of four local Realtors with the Wellington Keyes Company, Milly Taylor, Sharon Watson, Marlene De Luca Painter and Jeff McNeil, dropped off donations of toys recently to the children’s wing at Palms West Hospital. The local Realtors enjoyed giving back to the community, and the smiles on the children’s faces were priceless. They thank Michele Armand, child life specialist at Palms West Hospital for taking them around to each room and letting them meet some of the children, giving them something to brighten their day. It was the first of many charitable acts, with more to follow.

Milly Taylor, Jeff McNeil and Sharon Watson deliver toys as Michele Armand of Palms West Hospital looks on.

Michele Armand, Jeff McNeil, Milly Taylor, Sharon Watson and Marlene De Luca Painter with donated toys.

Shullman Orthodontics To Hold Screening Day To Donate $150,000 In Braces To Kids In Need

Dr. Howard Shullman of Shullman Orthodontics in Wellington is stepping up in a major way to donate braces to kids in the community through the nonprofit Smiles Change Lives. On May 18, Shullman will be holding a Screening Day to screen all the children in the area who are currently waiting to receive braces through the nonprofit program. Smiles Change Lives is a national nonprofit that helps kids get braces who could not otherwise afford them. On average, braces cost $6,000 per child, making them out of reach for many hardworking families. Further, orthodontic treatment has long been considered cosmetic by insurance companies, providing little assistance, even for those that are insured. As a result, many children and teens suffer unnecessary discom-

fort and embarrassment from misaligned teeth. Smiles Change Lives’ mission is to provide these families with the opportunity to provide their children with braces through its network of more than 800 orthodontists in the United States and Canada. Shullman has been treating kids through Smiles Change Lives since 2010. With many kids on the waiting list to be treated through the Smiles Change Lives program, Shullman has committed to help clear out the wait list by agreeing to treat at least 25 qualified children, which is approximately $150,000 in donated services. “The demand for our program in this area of Florida has far exceeded the number of orthodontists we have in our network,” said Alexis Barclay, director of provider services for Smiles Change Lives.

“Dr. Shullman’s dedication to treat the children waiting to receive braces is truly life changing for these kids.” To qualify for the program, a child must be between the ages of 7 and 21, have good oral hygiene, not be wearing braces currently, have a moderate to severe need for braces, and meet certain financial guidelines (e.g., for a family of four, the household income must be below $61,500). Families should contact info@smileschangelives.org to learn more. To date, Smiles Change Lives and its network of orthodontists have helped more than 13,000 kids receive braces in the United States and Canada. Learn more at www. smileschangelives.org. Shullman was born and raised in Miami. He received his undergraduate degree in biomedical

engineering at the University of Florida. He stayed in Gainesville to earn his doctorate of dental medicine. He later continued his orthodontic training at Nova Southeastern University. Shullman is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists and South Florida Academy of Orthodontists. As an active member in the community, Shullman supports and contributes to local schools, and he is frequently invited to speak with classes to educate the children on oral hygiene. Shullman and his wife Deanna live in Wellington with their three daughters, Maddie, Emma and Kate. He enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, boating, hiking, skiing and traveling. For more information, visit www. shullmanortho.com.

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Wellington Regional Medical Center Wound Care Program Named Center Of The Year

The wound care and hyperbaric medicine program at Wellington Regional Medical Center has received the distinguished Center of the Year award from Healogics Inc. More than 600 centers had the opportunity to qualify for the award, but only six centers received the recognition. In order to qualify for Center of the Year, stringent quality measures must be met, such as high levels of healing outcomes, low days to heal and excellent patient satisfaction rates. The recognition is a reflection of the program achieving quality patient care and clinical outcomes. “What an honor for our wound care program to be named a President’s Circle Award Winner and a Center of the Year just a few weeks apart,” said Pam Tahan, CEO of Wellington Regional Medical Center. “The recognition is an indication of the level of care available for our patients. We are proud of the recognitions.” The wound care and hyperbaric medicine program at Wellington Regional Medical Center is a member of the Healogics network of nearly 700 wound care centers, with access to benchmarking data and proven experience treating approximately 2.5 million chronic wounds. The hospital’s program provided specialized treatment to more than 6,200 patient visits in 2018, often preventing amputations and helping patients return to active lives. Leading-edge treatments at

Wellington Regional’s wound care program has won two major honors from Healogics in as many months. Shown (L-R) are Program Director Marie Neshe, Michael Tanner of Healogics and Clinical Nurse Manager Manon Pess. the center include negative pressure wound therapy, total contact casting, bio-engineered tissues, biosynthetic dressings and growth factor therapies. The center also offers hyperbaric oxygen therapy, which works by surrounding the patient with 100 percent oxygen to help progress the healing of the wound. Wellington Regional Medical Center is a 233-bed acute care hospital celebrating more than 30 years of treating residents in Wellington and the surrounding areas. To learn more about the hospital, visit www.wellingtonregional. com.

Mad Science Of Palm Beach Provides STEM Camps In Western Communities

Mad Science of Palm Beach will be providing six weeks of STEM camps to children of the western communities at a new camp site, the Renaissance Charter School at Wellington, located at 3200 S. State Road 7. Each week, junior scientists will explore the world of robots, rockets, engineering, inventors and chemistry through hands-on experiments and activities. “We are excited to be continuing our hands-on, engaging programing that students and parents have come to know us for through our

after-school programs into the summer,” said Ellen Maringione, owner of Mad Science of Palm Beach. “This is something Palm Beach County’s western communities have been asking for, and we couldn’t be happier to be in our new location this summer.” Mad Science STEM camps will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. the weeks of June 10 to 14, June 17 to 21, June 24 to 28, July 15 to 19, July 22 to 26 and July 29 to Aug. 2 for children going into first grade through seventh grade. Each week is a different topic, so children can

come all six weeks and experience something new. Themes include: FUN-gineering (June 10-14): Junior mad scientists will get the chance to tap into their engineering skills. From creating simple machines to constructing molecules, children will get a first-hand look into how the world is built. They will get the chance to build a geodesic dome they can climb into. Rockets and Robots (June 17 -21): This camp will get children inspired to take on the adventure of space exploration. They’ll learn about the solar system, stars and

space travel through experiments and games. Kids will build their own solar-powered robot to take home and learn about the engineering behind tomorrow’s robots. Inventors and Explorers (July 15 to 19): Each day, children will be given a series of challenges which must be overcome by using basic materials, simple machines, tips from world famous inventors and their imagination. Spy Academy (July 22-26): Ever dream of becoming a secret agent? Campers will learn the basics, from decoding messages

to metal detectors and night vision. Campers will have the opportunity to check out spy tech equipment and take home lots of gadgets, like spy glasses. Fizz-ical Science (July 29 Aug. 2): What’s the mystery all about? Find out in this camp all about cool chemistry. Campers will explore the basics of chemistry with some radical reactions and slippery slime. “Our summer camps are nonstop learning and fun,” said Nadia Sorocka Smart, operations manager of Mad Science of Palm

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WELLINGTON ART SOCIETY HOSTS A RECEPTION FOR TWO VILLAGE EXHIBITS

On Tuesday, May 14, the Wellington Art Society hosted a reception for its “Art of Spring” exhibit at the Wellington Community Center and “Spectrum” exhibit at the Wellington Municipal Complex. Refreshments were provided by Whole Foods Market during the reception. There were 83 pieces of artwork by 27 artists on display, and many of the artists were there to discuss their work. The art will remain on view for several months, until a new exhibit is installed. For more information, visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org. PHOTOS BY ERIN DAVISSON/TOWN-CRIER

(Seated) Event Chair Susan Mosely and Laura Jaffe, and (standing) Nancy Lee, Jenn Williard and Robin Kasten.

Christina Jean next to Night on the Town by Betty Hehmeyer.

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continued from page 1 a list of available law firms from the Palm Beach County League of Cities as a beginning for the search, and that the town submit letters to the firms they choose and see if there is any interest, and set up interviews with a short list of respondents. Titcomb said he used the term “interim attorney” to “try before you buy.” “This gives you the option that

if we come up on the next fiscal year, and you feel you want something different or a staff attorney or a larger firm or a smaller firm or whatever, you would have that option,” he said. “Typically speaking, all attorney agreements with local municipalities usually have something like a 30-day exit clause anyway.” Cirullo said the effective day of his resignation would be May 23. “If need be, it can go beyond that in order to facilitate a transition,” he said. Vice Mayor Dave DeMarois said during that 30-day notice, he would like Titcomb to come up with three different firms to interview as interim attorney.

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“Then we can do a proper search if we so choose,” DeMarois said. “That’s just my recommendation. I don’t know what the rest of the council would like to do.” Titcomb said that if the council chooses a new firm, he would recommend extending Cirullo’s firm for a period of time. “There is so much institutional knowledge and particular nuances to the issues and work out here that would be helpful for all parties, I’m sure,” he said. DeMarois added that if the council sets another meeting before the end of May to hold interviews, the town could still have Cirullo on board to help smooth the transition.

Titcomb agreed that a second workshop meeting in May would help the council remain on an even keel. Cirullo said the council could schedule a workshop with a special meeting afterward if it wishes to hire a new attorney that day. DeMarois also suggested that the council revert to two meetings a month until the transition settles in. Cirullo said the council is free to hold two regular meetings a month as it has done in the past. Councilwoman Phillis Maniglia said she agreed with the interim attorney concept. “I trust Jamie. He’s been with the League of Cities a long time,” Maniglia said. “He’s worked

with probably a lot of municipalities. He probably knows more attorneys than we do. I think an attorney and a doctor has to be the right fit.” While she supported having Titcomb bring interim candidates, she said that town should also go through a formal request for qualifications (RFQ) process. “I think we owe it to our residents,” Maniglia said. Cirullo said the council could get responses in time to hold a meeting on May 28 if it sends out letters of interest the following day. “It’s not that difficult to give you all proposals from qualified firms,” he said. “They have the ability. The firms that you would like should be

able to give you the information that you need in fairly short order.” Cirullo added that the council could choose a firm on May 28 and approve an engagement letter at its June 4 meeting. “You put it as the first item on the agenda, you approve it, we do the switch,” he said. Councilwoman Laura Danowski made a motion to send out letters of interest and to publish a notice that on Tuesday, May 28, the council would hold a workshop meeting and interview attorneys that have shown interest, and that the council would choose a firm on June 4, and probably extend Cirullo’s contract for continuity to June 23. The motion carried 5-0.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR Saturday, May 18 • The League of Yes will host a free baseball showcase event on Saturday, May 18 at the Village Park baseball fields at 11700 Pierson Road in Wellington from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The League of Yes is a baseball program for individuals with special abilities. For more info., e-mail krisr@leagueofyes.com or call (631) 235-6906. Buddies and players can register at www.leagueofyes.com/loy-florida. • Turtle Creek’s Affordable Hay & Supply (5046 Seminole Pratt Whitney Road) will be the host of the third annual “Good Hands Getting Dirty” Event on Saturday, May 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This fundraising and supply drive helps Barky Pines Animal Rescue in its mission to save the urgent, homeless pets at Palm Beach County Animal Care & Control. For more info., visit www. barkypinesanimalrescue.com or call (561) 402-1451. • Another Chance Stables will hold its first fundraiser, A Secret Garden Tea Party, on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center (151 Civic Center Way) to raise money to rebuild a barn at the nonprofit’s new location. For tickets, or more information, visit www. anotherchancestables.org. • Palm Beach County Commissioner Melissa McKinlay, State Sen. Kevin Rader and State Rep. Tina Polsky will host the Fantastic Food Giveaway on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hands Park (500 NW Fifth Street, Belle Glade). Families should bring a large canvas bag to walk through the distribution line containing fresh produce, bread and other staples at no charge, while supplies last. Registration is not required. For more info., contact Kelley Burke at kburke@ pbcgov.org or (561) 355-2206. • The First Haitian Baptist Church of Belle Glade is inviting friends, families and alumni of its Children and Youth Development Center to a free Family Reunion on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The church is located at 200 SW Avenue B in Belle Glade. Members of the Sovereign Order of St. John of Jerusalem Knights Hospitaller, Palm Beach Commandery, are helping to support the church in this endeavor, inviting those in other parts of Palm Beach County to join the festivities. To register, visit www. sosjpb.org and go to the events page. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Garden Talks for ages 15 and up on Saturday, May 18 at 10:30 a.m. Discuss different spaces and sizes of gardens with Extension Agent Chris Miller. Share ideas, seeds and seedlings. No knowledge is required. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • Studio Performing Arts will present Circus Spectacular on Saturday, May 18 at 11 a.m. at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. Visit www.kravis.org for more info. • Community Animal Hospital (11462 Okeechobee Blvd., Royal Palm Beach) will celebrate its 30th anniversary on Saturday, May 18 from 1 to 4 p.m. with a pet fashion show, food, games, tours, prizes, face painting and more. For more info., call (561) 798-5508.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host an Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, May 18 at 2 p.m. Experience a caffeinated collection of local talent or bring your acoustic instruments and jam out. Coffee will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Make Your Own K-Pop & J-Pop Merch for ages 12 to 17 on Saturday, May 18 at 3 p.m. Materials and snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • Hayden’s Night of Heroes, to benefit first-grader Hayden Chipley and his family, will be held on Saturday, May 18 at the First Baptist Church of Wellington, located at 12700 W. Forest Hill Blvd. The event starts at 5 p.m. For more info., call (561) 793-5670. • There will be a cruise night at Knot Just Pizza (8170 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach) on Saturday, May 18 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The restaurant features delicious thin crust or New York-style pizza with more than 30 toppings and many other freshly made specialties. The free cruise night is open to all classic, custom or cool cars, and you’ll receive a 10 percent discount for your ride in the show field. There will be a $25 gift card for owner’s choice near the conclusion. Rockin’ Rich Bedford of www.rollbackradio. com will have a live broadcast. • The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce will hold its Annual Gala on Saturday, May 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Kravis Center’s Cohen Pavilion. For more info., call (561) 790-6200 or visit www. cpbchamber.com. • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Led Zeppelin Tribute by Pure Zeppelin on Saturday, May 18 at 8 p.m. Visit www. wellingtonfl.gov/events for more info. Sunday, May 19 • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Sahaja Meditation for ages 16 and up on Sunday, May 19 at 2 p.m. This time-honored technique reduces stress, brings better focus and helps you become more balanced. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Palm Beach County is offering a new Family Support Group in Wellington. The group meets on the third Sunday of each month from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue Station 30 (9610 Stribling Way). Learn more at www.namipbc.org/ nami-pbc-support-groups. For more info., call (561) 588-3477 or visit www.namipbc.org. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Summer Stories for ages 2 to 6 on Sunday, May 19 at 3 p.m. Summer is almost here. Listen to stories, dance to fun songs and do a craft. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Young Singers of the Palm Beaches will present its spring concert Broadway and Beyond on Sunday, May 19 at 4 p.m. at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach. More than 350 young singers in grades two through 12 will offer a memorable evening celebrating the music

of 10 decades of Broadway. Tickets can be purchased by calling (561) 832-7469 or online at www.kravis.org/youngsingers. For more info., call Young Singers at (561) 651-4429 or e-mail information@yspb.org. Monday, May 20 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Sensory Story Time for adults with special needs on Monday, May 20 at 10 a.m. Enjoy stories, music, dance and art about the ocean. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Greater Palm Beach Rose Society will meet Monday, May 20 featuring Consulting Rosarian Mike Becker, who will discuss how to care for roses during Florida summers. New members joining at the May meeting will be given a free rose bush valued at $25, which is the cost of a membership. Meetings are held at the Mounts Botanical Garden (531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach). Refreshments and socialization start at 7 p.m., and the program starts at 7:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.gpbrs.org. Tuesday, May 21 • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Play-Doh Play Date for ages 4 to 7 on Tuesday, May 21 at 10:30 a.m. Knead, roll and mold using Play-Doh. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Senior Referral Program of Royal Palm Beach will staff an information desk to help seniors and their caregivers identify and access services for their special needs on Tuesday, May 21 and Thursday, May 23 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Royal Palm Beach Recreation Center (100 Sweet Bay Lane). No appointment is needed for this free service; just stop by the desk. For more info., call (561) 790-5188. People interested in volunteering are also encouraged to stop by. • The graduation ceremony for the Class of 2019 at Palm Beach Central High School will be held Tuesday, May 21 at 2 p.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds. For more info., call (561) 304-1000. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Preserving Your Family Heritage: Scanning Images on Tuesday, May 21; Wednesday, May 22; and Thursday, May 23 at 2 p.m. Bring up to 100 photos in good condition and a flash drive to save the digital images using the library’s high-speed scanner. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Marble Mazes for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, May 21 at 3 p.m. Imagine, engineer and construct your own marble maze. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Changing Your Life in a Positive Way Through Meditation for adults on Tuesday, May 21 at 6 p.m. Explore the healing power of meditation and create peace in your life in spite of the stress around you. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “The Works & Women of Charles Dickens” on Tuesday, May 21 at 6:30 p.m., a look at the women in Dickens’ life and how they shaped the writer he became. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The Palm Beach County Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society, dedicated to promoting the preservation, conservation and restoration of native plants in Florida, will host its 14th annual Rare & Unique Native Plant Auction on Tuesday, May 21 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Mounts Botanical Garden Auditorium in West Palm Beach. All proceeds will support the FNPS mission. For more info., visit www.palmbeach.fnpschapters.org. Wednesday, May 22 • The graduation ceremony for the Class of 2019 at Wellington High School will be held Wednesday, May 22 at 9 a.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds. For more info., call (561) 795-4900. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Five Little Senses Baby Sensory Play for infants ages 3 to 18 months on Wednesday, May 22 at 10:30 a.m. Stimulate your little one’s senses and encourage them to explore with various sensory playtime activities. All abilities are welcome. Dress to get messy. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host The Crop Circle: Scrapbooking Club for ages 14 and up on Wednesday, May 22 at 2 p.m. Organize your photos and record your memories. Some materials provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Book Discussion: Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens for adults on Wednesday, May 22 at 2 p.m. Copies are available at the research services desk. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Extreme Trivia for ages 12 to 17 on Wednesday, May 22 at 6 p.m. Challenge yourself and your friends in this extreme trivia game. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Dungeons & Dragons on Wednesday, May 22 at 6:30 p.m. Join other Dungeons & Dragons enthusiasts as they assume the roles of characters journeying through a magical world. Books, dice and other materials will be available. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. Thursday, May 23 • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Quilling: May Bouquet for ages 16 and up on Thursday, May 23 at 2 p.m. Come in and quill your very own May bouquet. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Dance Party for ages 5 to 12 on Thursday, May 23 at 2:30 p.m. Celebrate the end of the school year and the beginning of summer with music, dance and fun. Refreshments will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Eric Clapton Tribute by Forever Eric, along with food trucks, on Thursday, May 23 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl. gov/events for more info.

• Chabad of Royal Palm Beach (129 Sparrow Drive) will hold a Lag BaOmer BBQ Event on Thursday, May 23 at 5 p.m. Join in for a fun community barbecue together with family and friends. There will be a kids’ petting zoo and live music. For more info., call (561) 225-1766. • The Capital Strategies Investment Group Women’s Forum will host “Overcoming Lifechanging Obstacles” on Thursday, May 23 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Manatee Lagoon (6000 N. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach). The fee of $30 benefits Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies. For more info., visit www. facebook.com/CSIGWomensForum. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Book Chat: An American Marriage by Tayari Jones for adults on Thursday, May 23 at 6 p.m. Copies are available. Refreshments will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a program on the Opioid Crisis on Thursday, May 23 at 6:30 p.m. featuring a doctor from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office and a speaker on addiction issues. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. Saturday, May 25 • Resilient Fitness (11596 Pierson Road, Wellington) will host its first Honor Our Heroes Event on Saturday, May 25 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will include a collaborative team competition open to current and retired military members. The event will include a special ceremony at 11:45 a.m. For more info., visit www.resilientlives.com/ memorial-day-event. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Fun With Coding for ages 7 and up on Saturday, May 25 at 3 p.m. Learn to code with CoderDojo mentors. Twelve laptops will be provided; personal laptops are allowed. Parents/caregivers must attend. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • The Robert Sharon Chorale will present “A Tribute to Andrew Lloyd Webber” on Saturday, May 25 at 3 p.m. in the Desantis Family Chapel at 300 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach. The program will also feature a patriotic salute to the men and women who have served the country, past and present, and all guests who present military IDs at the door will be welcomed free of charge. For more info., call (561) MUSIC45 or visit www.rschorale.com/Tickets. • Roar & Pour at the Palm Beach Zoo returns Saturday, May 25 and will continue through August on the last Saturday of the month. The whole zoo is open to explore with Roar & Pour admission starting at 4:30 p.m. Visit www.palmbeachzoo.org for more info. Sunday, May 26 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Make It & Take It for ages 12 to 17 on Sunday, May 26 at 2 p.m. Use the library’s materials to make a piece of art. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. Send calendar items to: The Town-Crier, 12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 33, Wellington, FL 33414 or e-mail news@gotowncrier. com.

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SPORTS & RECREATION

Wolverines Seek To Continue Success During Spring Football

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington High School football team earned enough points last season to make a run into the post-season, and the squad looks to continue with the same momentum through spring football. Although the Wolverines averaged 22 points a game on offense last season, they will have to find ways to do it without Mark Antony Richards, who committed to Auburn University. This also marks the Wolverines’ first season in eight years without a Richards brother dressing for Wellington. Former University of Miami standout receiver Ahmmon Richards was the first of the two brothers to suit up as a Wolverine. “It’s different, now. We could always get the ball in their hands,

and they would always make something happen. Now we have a plethora of guys everywhere, and we have to just be little more creative, which we are,” long-time head coach Tom Abel explained. “The kids have bought into the system, and they have to understand that if the ball comes to them, they have to be a playmaker and do some wonderful things.” Lenori Williams will occupy the running back spot for Wellington’s offense. Williams saw limited play time behind Richards last season, but the 6-foot-2, 225-pound power back will be the workhorse behind the line. Rising sophomore quarterback Blake Kendall saw plenty of action as a freshman last season, and he possesses all the attributes to become a deadly threat to opposing secondaries. At 6-foot-1 and

195 pounds, he has a strong and accurate arm and can throw on the move when necessary. “He is going to develop into the guy we hope he can be,” Abel said. “We’ve had a great line of successful quarterbacks come through here, and we’re hoping that he’s the next one.” Matt Shannon, a rising junior, will also compete for the quarterback job. “Matt’s got all the tools, and there will be some good, healthy competition,” Abel added. The Wolverines still retain most of their receiving corps with Adrian Hector, Finlay Toussaint and Tristan Abinet returning. All three are big targets at over 6 feet and have good speed. On defense, defensive end Stephen Passeggiata will anchor the squad. At 6-foot-3 and 235 pounds, he has great speed on the outside

and will look to pressure opposing quarterbacks. Joshua Schwartz and Mike Cotter will complement the defense at the linebacker position.

The Wolverines were hit hard in the secondary with graduation and look for some players to step up and fill those roles.

Running back Lenori WIlliams breaks through the defense.

Wellington head coach Tom Abel debriefs the annual blue/white game.

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Wellington receiver Finlay Toussaint sprints to the end zone after a catch.

The trenches were also hit hard by graduation, but the Wolverines have a young but rather large cadre See WOLVERINES, page 20

Quarterback Blake Kendall looks for an open receiver.

Wellington defensive end Stephen Passeggiata takes on two blockers during the annual blue/white game.

Sem Ridge Using Spring Football To Set Goals For The Future

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report Last season, under the direction of first-year head coach Rick Casko, the Seminole Ridge High School football program fell just shy of making the post season. But this spring, the Hawks are busy acquiring experience for a young squad that graduated 26 seniors. “We have tremendous chemistry, and the kids worked hard in the weight room; they’re a good bunch of kids,” Casko explained. “There’s a lot of inexperience, but they’re working really hard. We’re going to go through spring, and that’s what we do this for; get these kids experience.” The Hawks have moved to a new district for the upcoming season. Instead of facing Wellington,

Palm Beach Central, Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens in district play, Seminole Ridge will now sit amidst the likes of perennial power William T. Dwyer, Palm Beach Lakes, Royal Palm Beach and Martin County. The Hawks are known to never back away from a challenge and welcome the new adversaries. Key returning players expected to take leadership roles for the team will include standout receiver Brandon Schabert, who just received an offer from Syracuse University. “Brandon is probably out for the spring, since he has a little hamstring injury,” Casko noted. Reyan Blake and Logan Feuerback both return and will likely lead the way as two-way starters

for the Hawks. The two rising seniors will anchor the receiving corps on offense and line up in the Seminole Ridge secondary on defense. Both have good speed and will be difficult to deal with on either side of the ball. On defense, the Hawks will look to returning standout Andre Fuller. At 6-foot-2 and 180 pounds, he will make opposing offensive units nervous in the secondary as a cornerback. “He is being recruited and will play receiver as well for us,” Casko said of Fuller. The trenches are where the Hawks will have to focus much of their rebuilding on, graduating most of the team’s offensive and defensive lines, so there will be a young line looking to get experi-

ence during spring ball. The Hawks also graduated one of the best kickers in the county in Daniel Friere. There are three kickers batting it out for the role: Hayden Gray, Joseph Montante and Spencer Sullivan. One of the biggest voids to fill is the one left by graduating quarterback Kaimyn Castilla. “That’s a big one,” Casko said. “The kid is such a competitor and had such a great year.” Rising senior Shane Gooslby played behind Castilla last season. He now looks to carry the torch to lead the Hawks offense, but will be challenged by a pair of younger, motivated quarterbacks. “I coach quarterbacks, and Shane is going to be working all summer,” Casko said.

The Hawks are preparing to see who can produce in their upcoming spring jamboree on Friday, May 24 at Cardinal New-

man High School, where they will face the host Crusaders and Broward’s Archbishop McCarthy High School.

Andre Fuller competes in a blocking drill during a spring practice. PHOTOS BY GENE NARDI/TOWN-CRIER

Hawk running back Reyan Blake tries to avoid the tackle during a scrimmage.

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RPB Bassmasters Host Fishing Tourney On Lake Okeechobeee

The Royal Palm Bassmasters held its monthly fishing tournament on April 14 on Lake Okeechobee out of the J&S boat ramp. First place was won by Paul Schrein and James Wilkinson, with five fish weighing 17.85 pounds. Second place was awarded to the team of Taylor Renney and Joe Stowell, with five fish weighing 16.29 pounds. The team of Randy King and Mike Reitano took third place, with five fish weighing 13.07 pounds. The big fish of the tournament was 7.85 pounds, caught by Taylor Renney and Joe Stowell. The Royal Palm Bassmasters meet on the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Royal Palm Beach Recreation Center, located at 100 Sweet Bay Lane. The club is now accepting applications for new teams. For more information about the Royal Palm Bassmasters, e-mail rpbassmasters@gmail.com or call (561) 644-6269. Learn more at www.facebook. com/RoyalPalmBassmasters.

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Wellington Wrestling Club Member Wins Florida State Championship

The Wellington Wrestling Club recently competed at the USAW FAWA Freestyle & Greco State Championships at Osceola High School with a chance to qualify to travel with Team Florida to the nationals. Seventh grader Sam Marvel

earned honors in both wrestling styles, becoming the freestyle state champion at 14U, 110 pounds, and the Greco state runner-up. The top three wrestlers at each weight class qualify to move on to

the national level. Fourth grader Tyler Gray finished in fourth place in both styles, and three others finished one match away from moving on to their third-place matches.

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The Royal Palm Beach Strikers will host competitive soccer tryouts for boys and girls for the 2019-20 season from Tuesday,

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continued from page 19 of lineman averaging 285 pounds. “We just reloaded. This year we’re doing what we have to do, so they can understand every situation and be able to handle it,” Abel said. “They’re young, so we can mold them into some great guys.” Morgan Suarez returns to the Wellington kicking game. A Lou Groza finalist last year as a junior, he is a deadly weapon inside the 40-yard line, according to Abel. Suarez will likely be touted as one of the best kickers in the county next season. Wellington will host Fort Pierce Westwood on Friday, May 17 for the spring game. Kickoff is at 6 p.m.

Wellington receiver Adrian Hector tries to avoid a tackle during the annual blue/white game.

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The Royal Palm Beach Wildcats D1 Supers 8-on-8 tackle football team won the Florida State Championship held at the Daytona Municipal Stadium on April 28 by defeating the St. Johns Saints by a score of 38-14. The Wildcats advanced to the championship game by overcoming the Hobe Sound Ravens in the East Conference Championship by a final score of 18-12 and by defeating the Palm Beach Gardens Gators in the southeast regional final by a score of 13-12. The team finished with an overall record of 7-2-1. Shown above are: (L-R) Earl Evoy, Chris Marius, Owen Holowecky, Rodney Green, Cameran Gordon, Omari Kinsler, Bryce Kelley, Elvick Previlma, Elija Smith, Nicolas Smith, Mario Pierce Jr., Azarian Williams, Jacolby Tyler, Marvin Curry Jr., Jenorris Wilcher and Jyron Hughley, along with coaches Earl Envoy Sr., Marvin Curry and Gary Holmes. Not shown: coach Dell McGee.

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