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CAFCI’S YOUTH TALENT SHOWCASE

The Wellington Village Council held a capital improvements workshop on Tuesday to prioritize the spending of about $3 million that has not been designated for specific projects. Village Manager Paul Schofield passed out a sheet listing 21 projects. Page 3

Wellington Zoners Approve Medical Use At Village Green Center

The Wellington Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board approved a conditional use for no more than 15,000 square feet of medical offices in the 15.9acre Village Green Center on Wednesday. The commercial development, located on the west side of State Road 7 north of Stribling Way, has approval for 56,213 square feet of retail, professional office, restaurant and bank uses. Page 4

Wellington Salutes Victorious Teams

Picnic Honors Retiring County Administrator

On Saturday, Aug. 29, more than 100 Palm Beach County employees and their families gathered at the Jim Brandon Equestrian Center for a grand send-off honoring retiring County Administrator Bob Weisman, a Wellington resident. Weisman stepped down Monday after nearly 25 years on the job. Page 19

OPINION

Labor Day Message Still Relevant Despite Decline In Unions

In the 129 years since President Grover Cleveland gave his stamp of approval to Labor Day, much has changed — including the rise, apex and gradual decline of organized labor. Labor Day was initially a way to pay tribute to the American worker, who toiled long hours for minimal pay in often dangerous conditions. Today, with union power on the decline, that message doesn’t resonate as much, but the need to celebrate the American worker remains. Page 4 DEPARTMENT INDEX NEWS...............................3 - 13 OPINION.................................. 4 CRIME NEWS.......................... 6 NEWS BRIEFS......................... 8 PEOPLE................................. 14 SCHOOLS.............................. 15 COLUMNS...................... 16, 23 BUSINESS......................24 - 25 SPORTS..........................29 - 31 CALENDAR............................ 32 CLASSIFIEDS................ 33 - 36 Visit Us On The Web At WWW.GOTOWNCRIER.COM

The Caribbean-Americans for Community Involvement (CAFCI) presented its Stars of Tomorrow 2015 Youth Talent Showcase on Sunday, Aug. 30 at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center. Kids showed their artistic talents in dance, song and musical instruments. Shown here, the Power of Prayer Youth of Victory group gets ready to perform. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 5 PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Lox Groves Council Keeps Underwood Management

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report In a 4-1 vote, the Loxahatchee Groves Town Council on Tuesday invoked its option to extend its current contract with Underwood Management Services Group after its choice for a new management firm backed out. Two weeks ago, the council chose Severn Trent, a large, multinational firm with a local office in Coral Springs, to replace Underwood. The firm removed itself from the running last week, citing possible conflicts of interest and a lack of support from residents. Severn Trent was one of only two respondents to a recent request for proposals. The other applicant, Royal Ascot Estates resident Larry Tibbs, was deemed unqualified for the job because he is not a certified manager, as required by the town’s charter. Underwood chose not to participate in the RFP process.

Councilman Tom Goltzené made a motion to reject the bids and act on the council’s option to renew its contract with Underwood. Councilman Jim Rockett was the sole opponent to retaining Underwood. It was his opinion that all options had not been explored to find a new management team, pointing out that the council had not inquired with the International City/County Management Association for possible candidates. “We have the option to go to ICMA and ask if they have an opinion to offer,” Rockett said. “I would have asked for that information if we had not gotten a commitment from Severn Trent.” Vice Mayor Ron Jarriel said he was disappointed that Severn Trent had backed out. “They backpedaled,” he said. “I think they acted unprofessionally.” During public comment, Loxahatchee Groves Landowners’ As-

sociation Vice President Virginia Standish read a letter from LGLA President Marge Herzog that she had been asked to write by the LGLA, explaining that they had a long discussion at their Aug. 27 meeting and decided to ask the council to extend Underwood’s contract for at least another year. “That would give the council more time to respond to an RFP,” Standish said, reading from the letter. LGLA members also expressed concern that the town’s position was made more precarious because its legal firm, Goren, Cherof, Doody & Ezrol, had recently announced its resignation. Loxahatchee Groves Water Control District Supervisor John Ryan, who had favored the town hiring Severn Trent, gave the council papers to receive and file, highlighting portions of the management contract, along with the See UNDERWOOD, page 18

RPB’s Crestwood Has Big Plans For STEM Program

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report When the new school year began, a new class of sixth-graders came pouring into Royal Palm Beach’s Crestwood Middle School — and 48 of those 250 incoming sixth-graders were part of new, rig-

orous STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) academy. “We’re very excited. This is the inaugural year of our STEM pre-engineering academy,” Principal Dr. Stephanie Nance told the Town-Crier. “With our first year, we wanted to tailor our

STEM students Nissi Vasquez, Charles Henderson, Satchel Smith and Sabrina Crandall work on paper roller coasters.

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focus. Obviously, as the program continues to grow, we’re going to look at different options based on the needs, input and feedback of our student academy participants.” In the future, Nance explained, she and her faculty want to broaden the program. For now, it will keep a more narrow focus. The STEM students all have the same science, English, math and social studies teachers, in addition to Allison Hill, their STEM instructor. “Because of the nature of their schedule, and the fact that they’re part of the STEM academy, they travel together as a cohort to their classes,” Nance said, adding that the 48 students are broken into two groups. More students are interested, and there’s already a waiting list, so Nance expects it to grow once more slots are made available. When choosing the inaugural class, Crestwood officials looked See STEM, page 7

Wellington Council Tweaks Charter Amendments

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Village Council conducted its final charter amendment workshop on Tuesday, further tweaking changes proposed by its Charter Review Task Force. The task force met for about a year and came up with wording for six proposed amendments. Council members removed two of them during Tuesday’s workshop in order to simplify the amendment process. Proposed amendments dropped Tuesday include an idea to scrap language in the charter allowing for a referendum if the tax rate exceeds 5 mills, and a housekeeping item designed to remove an outdated section of the charter detailing the process of the village’s incorporation. Village Attorney Laurie Cohen said that village staff had taken comments from a recent joint meeting of the council and the task force, and created red-line versions of the proposed ballot questions for the council to discuss. Cohen suggested that they go through them one by one and consider possible revisions. “You may have additions; you may instruct us to remove certain questions,” she said. “What we need is direction so that we can bring it forward at a council meeting for you to vote on.” Mayor Bob Margolis asked whether that meeting would be the final one before a public hearing. “That is the plan, because now you’re dealing with a pretty short time frame,” Cohen said. “If you want to hold a public hearing, we need to get that scheduled during September.” Cohen said interest had been expressed in holding a town hall-type of meeting, and pointed out that the task force had hosted one that was attended by about 40 people. Fifteen to 20 spoke out, and staff summarized their comments. “When we had the joint meet-

ing, you had directed us to schedule not only a workshop for you to discuss, but then to have another public hearing or public meeting to gather input,” she said. The first reading of the amendments is scheduled for the second meeting in October, with the final reading and approval at the first meeting in November. That will place the questions on the March 15, 2016 ballot. Vice Mayor John Greene favored a special meeting this month to invite public comment. The first question, regarding council compensation, would change the requirement for modifying council pay from a 4-1 supermajority vote to a simple majority. Any changes in compensation would not take effect until after the next election. Cohen pointed out that some members of the task force thought that there should be a regularly scheduled review of council compensation to remove the politicization of the issue. Councilman Matt Willhite said that council members are not in it for the money, currently set at $800 a month, including compensation for expenses, and slightly more for the mayor. Greene agreed, adding that there is a lot of anger and cynicism by voters who see elected officials as being able to vote raises for themselves. “I don’t do this for the money,” he said. “We all do it because we know it’s important work. I get personal satisfaction, and we’re making a difference in the community.” Margolis pointed out that Wellington’s council compensation is generally far less than that in other municipalities. Cohen said that there has been little discussion about the next proposed amendment, regarding filling vacancies for council members. The question asks whether See CHARTER, page 18

ARTIST RECEPTION AT WHOLE FOODS

The Wellington Art Society held an artist reception for Oscar Rojas on Friday, Aug. 28 at Whole Foods Market in Wellington. Friends gathered to view Rojas’ work hanging in the local Whole Foods Market store. Shown here is Rojas with his painting, Jupiter Lighthouse. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 9 PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Quinton Aaron Teams Up With Horses Healing Hearts

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report Nationally known actor Quinton Aaron is bringing his anti-bullying message to Palm Beach County, visiting Wellington recently as part of a new partnership between his Quinton Aaron Foundation and Horses Healing Hearts (HHH), an equine-assisted therapy program for children coping with parents suffering from alcoholism and addiction. Aaron is best known for his portrayal of future professional football player Michael Oher in the 2009 movie The Blind Side. Horses Healing Hearts Executive Director Liz Olszewski said that Aaron’s anti-bullying message resonates with her program’s goals.

“The umbrella mission is to give kids coping skills,” she said. Olszewski explained how she was telling a friend how The Blind Side is her favorite movie, and that friend mentioned knowing Aaron. “We started talking, and I just decided to call him and say, ‘Can we collaborate on some level?’” she recalled. The two organizations strive to provide children with coping skills, how to deal with problems and how to react when things aren’t going well at home. Aaron and his organization agreed to work with HHH and are collaborating to decrease bullying, increase awareness and help children in need. The foundation, Olszewski explained, works with each school

district, since bullying rules tend to vary, and works within the given parameters to help decrease bullying and destructive behavior. There are many variables within bullying rules, most notably, the definition of school property and determining the boundaries for when the school gets involved. The HHH kids — the organization is helping 52 children right now — are all extremely excited to meet Aaron. “Our kids can really relate to him,” she said, noting that while Aaron himself was not a child of addiction, the character he played was. “That part of the movie they really identify with.” One of the coping mechanisms the children use, she explained, is See BULLYING, page 18

(L-R) Horses Healing Hearts Sponsorship Coordinator Susan Shelly, actor Quinton Aaron, Horses Healing Hearts Executive Director Liz Olszewski, Wellington Mayor Bob Margolis, and David Tyler and Maria Perez of the Quinton Aaron Foundation during their visit to Wellington last month.

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OUR VIEWS LOBBYING TRANSPARENCY

Shine more light on state lobbyist activities, money Where there are lawmakers, there will be lobbyists. That is just a fact of legislative life. But what shouldn’t be a fact is not knowing how lobbyists are spending millions of dollars to influence our state legislators. Unfortunately, according to a new survey from the Sunlight Foundation, a Washington-based public interest watchdog group, Florida ranks last when it comes to the transparency of lobbyist influence. While three states received an F — Florida, West Virginia and Nevada — the Sunshine State is far and away the shadiest with the lowest score possible, a-6. Around the same time lawmakers were in Tallahassee going through another special session meltdown for ignoring Florida voters, the survey’s assessment revealed the state got a negative score in every measured category. For example, the state has insufficient requirements for reporting lobbying expenditures. And it lacks sufficient disclosures for those “issue advertisements” that special-interest groups will run. There are also no requirements for lobbyists to make specific compensation reports. The state still maintains an easy-touse lobbyist directory online for both the executive and legislative branches. It also publishes compensation data openly. And last session, legislators tightened ethics standards on individuals who lobby various state boards and other political subdivisions like hospital boards, brownfields agencies and state-sanctioned “enterprise zones,” which often are exempt from disclosure requirements. Those proposals became law in July. But that still leaves the Legislature itself as fertile ground for secret influence-peddling, and potential corruption. Little surprise then, that lobbyists, rather than voters, appear to drive policy in Tallahassee. Even when Florida voters overwhelmingly pass referendums with specific instructions to the Legislature,

it is the lobbyists who almost always seem to win out. In November, more than 75 percent of Florida voters demanded through a constitutional amendment that land be acquired for conservation. The Legislature largely ignored the amendment, allocating only a fraction of the estimated $750 million expected to come available from documentary stamp taxes. In 2002, Floridians demanded that the Legislature increase funding for schools by requiring reduced class sizes. After not coming up with sufficient money, legislators have regularly worked to avoid the requirements while finding money for millions in tax cuts pushed by lobbyists. And just last week, the Legislature threw up its hands and walked away from a court-ordered attempt at drawing new congressional districts. In 2010, voters overwhelmingly approved two constitutional amendments requiring that legislators stop drawing districts to favor political parties or incumbents. But this summer, the Florida Supreme Court had to force the Legislature to redraw the districts after it became clear that lobbyists and insiders had secretly helped manipulate the voting maps. The Sunlight Foundation study illustrates what many political observers have long known: lax laws have put too much influence into the hands of deep-pocketed special interests in this state. Lobbying firms are collecting millions of dollars to influence outcomes; and judging by the results, it looks like money well-spent. There are reasons voters are growing disgusted with politics. This is one of them. They deserve better than this from their legislators. Enacting meaningful lobbying reform to require more complete disclosures and reports is in order. Ending the influence of powerful lobbyists is unrealistic, to be sure, but Floridians should at least be able to see what lobbyists are doing and whom they are trying to influence.

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Lox Groves Council Approves Lower Solid Waste Assessment

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Loxahatchee Groves Town Council approved a lower solidwaste collection assessment Tuesday in anticipation of a transfer from its general revenue fund, which will be larger due to an anticipated increase in ad valorem tax collections. Town Manager Bill Underwood said that the council had set notices of a per unit assessment of $300 for next year, which was a $44.10 reduction from the current assessment. At Tuesday’s meeting, the council decided to lower the assessment even further. “I got some information recently that I wanted to share with you because part of setting this assessment is dependent on the millage rate that you will set at the next two meetings,” Underwood said. He pointed out that all but five of the 38 municipalities in Palm Beach County and the county itself have increased their millage rates. “What we see is that five have reduced the rate or kept it unchanged, and we are roughly in the middle with a slight increase in the ad valorem taxes,” Underwood said. He said that the millage set by the council is at 1.4718 mills. The current millage rate is 1.2 mills, which equates to $1.20 per $1,000 in assessed valuation, after exemptions.

“What we adopted and what everyone is getting in their TRIM notice is 1.4718 mills, and the current rollback rate is 1.0759 mills,” he said. “The proposal in the budget was to reduce the solid waste by the amount of the increase in the ad valorem taxes, and as such, what we see is if you were to adopt the 1.2 mills, you would be able to apply the excess revenue to the solid waste assessment and go with $300 per residential unit, and you would save roughly $33.42 per unit per year with the adopted rate, and you could apply that money to the solid waste.” He said the alternative would be to go with a $58,000 supplement to the general fund with an ad valorem rate of 1.2. The total Waste Pro contract will increase 3.5 percent from $414,150 to $428,645. Another alternative would be to transfer $115,000 from the general fund to solid waste and keep the millage rate at the adopted 1.4718, and drop the solid waste assessment from $344.10 to $256.27. Town Attorney Michael Cirullo clarified that what the council was doing that evening was adopting the special assessment, not the ad valorem tax rate, which would be adopted at later meetings. “We are not going higher than what you set previously, which is $300 per unit,” Cirullo said. Vice Mayor Ron Jarriel said

he wanted to save the residents money. “My concern has always been that we give the residents a break, but at the same time, we’ve got commercial coming into Loxahatchee Groves,” Jarriel said. “I do believe that all commercial coming into Loxahatchee Groves, especially along Southern Blvd., they need to pay for the privilege of being here. So, if we don’t keep our taxes lower, that means the commercial is going to pay us more, and there’s going to be more benefits from them, whether it’s drainage, roads or whatever. I personally like the idea that we stay at what we proposed. It gives the residents the largest savings, and at the same time it keeps it up for the commercial properties to put something back into this town for the privilege of being here.” Councilman Jim Rockett said he favored lowering the solid waste assessment, but questioned the savings to residents, because the ad valorem revenue from residents is far greater than commercial tax revenue. “We’ve done it before with the garbage assessment, and we’re doing it again in terms of giving some back, but we’ve got a lot of money in the coffers,” Rockett said. “I question our method of taking money from primarily residents, which is the vast majority of the tax structure.”

Rockett suggested creating a special commercial tax district, rather than increasing the ad valorem tax and refunding the difference to residents. “I think we should take a look at that,” he said. “Wherever we are for the garbage, I support it, but I don’t support taking money from one pocket and giving it to another. I’d take it out of the town’s pocket, which we have plenty, and give it to the folks. We’ve done that once before without raising taxes.”

Jarriel made a motion to adopt the $256.27 assessment per residential unit for a total of $337,253, which carried 5-0. In other business, Underwood asked for authorization to seek letters of interest for a new town attorney. Cirullo’s firm, Goren, Cherof, Doody & Ezrol, recently announced its resignation. Jarriel asked Cirullo if he would extend the notice from 30 to 60 days in order to give the council

more time to find another firm, which he agreed to. Mayor Dave Browning said the cost would be hourly, but the rates would be submitted in sealed envelopes in order to give the council the opportunity to consider the applicants on their merits rather than the cost. The council also approved a request for proposals for a new code enforcement firm. The current firm submitted its resignation effective Sept 20.

TOWN HONORS SPECIAL OLYMPIAN

The Loxahatchee Groves Town Council honored Special Olympics equestrian Christina Cooney on Tuesday for winning silver and bronze medals at this summer’s Special Olympic World Games in Los Angeles, Calif. Cooney was among 16 athletes from Florida competing with 7,000 athletes from 177 nations. A client of the Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center, Cooney is intellectually challenged, as well as hearing and visually impaired. She is shown here with Ruth Menor, executive director of Vinceremos, which is located in Loxahatchee Groves. PHOTO BY RON BUKLEY/TOWN-CRIER

Wellington Council Tries To Prioritize Unfunded Capital Projects

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Village Council held a capital improvements workshop on Tuesday to prioritize the spending of about $3 million that has not been designated for specific projects. Village Manager Paul Schofield passed out a sheet listing 21 projects in the 2016-2020 Capital Plan, with recommended staff priorities that are not currently financed in the plan of projects previously deemed necessary by the council. “What we are here to do is finalize what the capital projects will be as we go into the next budget hearing,” Schofield said. The first budget hearing will be held Thursday, Sept. 10, with the final held Thursday, Sept. 24. “If you’re fine with the projects in the budget as we presented

them, you need to fund them, and you need to understand that you have about $3 million allocated. If there are things you want to move, this would be the time to tell us,” Schofield said. The first four out of the 21 projects total about $2.7 million, beginning with $45,000 for a school crossing at Lake Worth Road and 120th Avenue South, followed by $471,000 for drainage improvements and road raising at Big Blue Trace and Barberry Drive, and $1.925 million for traffic improvements at Big Blue Trace and Wellington Trace. Next in line is $2.25 million for road improvements on 120th Avenue South. Councilman John McGovern asked how the projects were prioritized, and Village Engineer Bill Riebe said that they were ranked from a safety and a regu-

latory standpoint of projects that are necessary to avoid exposure to liability. Consideration was also given to preserving equipment and supplies by providing storage, such as the sixth item of $500,000 for a hardened Village Park maintenance complex, and the seventh item of $350,000 for a storage building at the Wellington Environmental Preserve. Coming in at eighth and ninth, respectively, were $45,000 for a sidewalk on Huntington Drive that had not been included in the original development plan, and $675,000 for a multiuse path in the Aero Club, also not in the original development plan. Riebe said those projects received a high ranking because of traffic volumes in those areas. “Anytime there’s a path to separate

pedestrians from the roadway, that’s a good thing,” he said. Councilman Matt Willhite asked why the road improvements on 120th Avenue South had been ranked so high. “I know that there has been a lot of discussion about that,” Willhite said, suggesting that the engineering and design phase be financed next year to get the project going. “What the village does typically is we pay as we go. We’re not going to get that all built next year. It’s going to be a carry-forward.” Willhite also questioned the ranking of storage buildings, pointing out that Village Park already has a storage building, while the Wellington Environmental Preserve has only sheds. Councilwoman Anne Gerwig said that the concern about funding for the 120th Avenue South

improvements is that if it is not fully funded, it might not get done. “The money should be available for that road if we’re serious about it,” she said. She also questioned the ranking of the Aero Club multiuse path at ninth. “We do understand that it’s safety,” Gerwig said. “We do understand ‘pedestrian on the roadway,’ is a safety issue. But how do you tell that to Paddock Park, which is adjacent to an elementary school — and they’ve asked over the years. I’ve seen lots of [traffic] counts on those roads that route through there. How do you tell one neighborhood that has been asking for some kind of solution for kids on the roadway that you’re not even on our list, but you address another neighborhood?” Willhite said that the Huntington Drive sidewalk could fall into the

same category. Gerwig agreed, but pointed out that Huntington is a small-lot community, and the sidewalk would serve more people for far less cost. McGovern asked whether the village had received any of the forms sent to the 15 property owners along 120th Avenue South asking if they would participate in a bridle path project as part of the paving project, and Riebe said that none had been returned. McGovern agreed with Willhite that they should approve the engineering and design for 120th Avenue South, and move streetlight additions up from 14th at a 2016 cost of $500,000. “We’re not talking about a huge sum of money. It is an annual thing, and it is something that is life safety and is important,” McGovern said.

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OUR OPINION

Message Of Labor Day Is Still Relevant Despite Union Decline

If Labor Day didn’t already exist — that is, if it hadn’t become a federal holiday in 1894 — the concept wouldn’t be likely in today’s United States. In the 129 years since President Grover Cleveland gave his stamp of approval to Labor Day, much has changed — including the rise, apex and gradual decline of organized labor. Labor Day was initially a way to pay tribute to the American worker, who toiled long hours for minimal pay in often dangerous conditions. Today, with union power on the decline, that message doesn’t resonate as much, but the need to celebrate the American worker remains. Labor Day in modern America has become divorced from the union movement, remembered more as an end-of-summer holiday than for its roots. The holiday, celebrated this upcoming Monday, was the brainchild of one Peter McGuire, a carpenter and union leader. And in recalling Labor Day, it’s useful to remember that many of the rights we take for granted today were due to organized labor. The union helped change many things about employer-employee relations, many for the good of both parties. For example, unions gave us the weekend. In 1870, the average workweek for most Americans was 61 hours. By 1937, labor actions — specifically, strikes demanding shorter workweeks so Americans could be home with loved ones instead of constantly toiling for their employers with minimal leisure time — created enough political momentum to pass the Fair Labor Standards Act, which helped create a federal framework for a shorter workweek. Unions also helped end child labor. The very first American Federation of Labor national convention in 1881 passed a resolution calling on states to ban children under 14 from work-

Opposed To Iran Agreement

Weekly, we read in the Town-Crier of all the community squabbles and the environmental scares that will flood, pollute and destroy our region, but it is time to look beyond these things. America is facing certain disaster that is bigger than all of this — a nuclear Middle East. We currently have an administration, along with some members of Congress, that continue to support this Iranian nuclear agreement. By making the political calculation not to present this monumental deal as a treaty, and instead as an executive order, means that it may go through with only one-third plus one vote of only one house. How did we get to where the majority does not count? The latest poll shows that 61 percent of Floridians oppose the deal. Iran is the world’s largest state sponsor of terror and will be rewarded with up to $150 billion up front before adherence to the agreement. This money will be used to fund its terror proxies and acquire military resources to wreak havoc in the Middle East. This deal also allows Iran to continue working on ICBMs to reach America. At the end of the short deal — even if they cross every “t” and dot every “i” — there are no limits or restrictions for Iran’s future nuclear development. This deal paves the pathway for Iran to have a nuclear weapon. We still don’t know details of the side deals made between Iran and the IAEA. How can anyone support a deal without being able to see it in complete form? Surveillance satellites already show Iran cleaning up the Parchin site ahead of an IAEA visit.

ing long hours in less-than-stellar conditions. The previously noted Fair Labor Standards Act regulated child labor on the federal level for the first time. Further, organized labor resulted in fair wages and relative income equality. When a large percentage of the American workforce belonged to a union — generally, the 1940s and 1950s — income inequality in the U.S. was at its lowest point in the history of the country. Nowadays? Not so much; there is a huge divide between the top and bottom of the economic spectrum. The decline in the middle class’s share of the national income parallels the relative decline of unions. Today, the union is being attacked on all sides. States such as Wisconsin and Michigan, once considered unbreakable union states, are now right-to-work. They joined Florida, which has been a right-to-work state since 1944, in having less-effective unions. In right-to-work states, unions don’t have the same power they do in other states, mostly because the unions can’t force workers to pay union dues, which leads to more free-riding behavior among employees, a decline in unionization drives and, ultimately, in overall union density. As a result, workers lose out on economic growth. All this doesn’t mean we should ditch Labor Day. It’s true that labor has changed since the first national celebration, but many of the workplace battles of yesteryear still exist. Today’s workforce is more diverse than a century ago — more women, more ethnic minorities, more older workers — but we still have the five-day workweek (with leisure-time weekends), the eight-hour workday, paid vacations, sick days and three-day holidays such as Labor Day weekend. These — and so much more — were the fruits of organized labor. All the opposition in the world can’t change that.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR This deal will set the stage for a nuclear arms race in the Middle East. Egypt and Saudi Arabia have already said that they will counter with their own nuclear weapons. The sanctions were the best tool at our disposal to avoid war, and they were causing Iran’s economy to freefall. Despite the rhetoric, there is no such thing as snapback sanctions. Once investment has been made in Tehran, no business will back out. This deal will undo all that has been done with sanctions and make war more likely, not less. I am incredibly disappointed that politics and a false legacy trump American safety. The fact that the United States is party to an agreement with a country sworn to our destruction and that of our close ally, Israel, is shameful. It is time that we all look to the big picture that may change the future of everyone. Elise Dubinsky The Acreage

Wellington Work With Haulers Is Important

The recent Town-Crier article “Wellington Keeps Close Contact With Manure Haulers” (Aug. 28) was most welcome to this reader, a citizen of the central western communities and an environmental biogeochemist researcher studying phosphorus pollution in the C-51 Basin. Ever since the South Florida Water Management District and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers made the Acme Improvement District do something about phosphorus pollution emanating from the equestrian industry in Basin B, things have been getting better, slowly. Best management practices (BMPs), such as having to prove a need for phosphorus

before certain fertilizers can be applied to lawns, certainly helps. Many properties in my hometown of Loxahatchee Groves have ruptured the envelope regarding accepting horse manure and soiled bedding from Wellington for tipping fees. One nursery in Loxahatchee Groves had manure and bedding piled four feet thick over many acres and, after a heavy rain, the first drainage from their pipe contained nearly 8 milligrams of phosphorus per liter (about 7,958 parts per billion). I did the test three times and needed five dilutions to get it within the high range scale. This reveals the potential for unbelievable phosphorus pollution in the C-51 Basin. Remember, the target for the Everglades is 10 ppb. Thus, ordinances in Loxahatchee Groves and the discussions that Mike O’Dell has with Wellington haulers are welcomed, and slowly should help get the phosphorus contents of surface waters, both drainage and percolating through the surficial aquifer, to acceptable levels, so that the Everglades and the Lake Worth Lagoon can avoid algal blooms and ecosystems upsets. My past studies have shown that horse manure here has about six milligrams of phosphorous extractable only with water per gram dry weight. With 454 grams per pound, that equates to 2.7 grams of phosphorus per pound of manure. Given the enormity of the horse population, especially during the festival season, one can easily deduce the potential and reality of phosphorus pollution. In the article, Mr. O’Dell is cited as detailing the enormous amounts of wood chips that are generated and the need for a “consistent location” to haul to by the truckers. At a Wellington Village Council meeting that I attended within the past two years, the firm

of Equine Eco Green presented a plan to develop a public-private partnership with the Village of Wellington. I was rather taken aback when Councilwoman Anne Gerwig dismissed further discussion by stating that problems derived from the horse industry were not in the village’s purview. Now I see that some in the village are working with the haulers. This is good. Since a huge part of the Equine Eco Green process is the recycling of the wood chips that are the bedding, perhaps a rethink by the village as to the viability of that enterprise is needed. Given the socio-economic impact of the equestrian industry in spilling out of the village and throughout the county, maybe the county could join the effort. It must be noted here that I have no economic or other links to Equine Eco Green, other than I have reviewed their process and found it to be environmentally sound. I thank you for your time and consideration. Dr. J. William “Bill” Louda Loxahatchee Groves Editor’s note: Dr. Louda is a research professor at Florida Atlantic University.

You Can Fool Most Of The People...

The Republicans took over Congress a few years ago, on a platform of “big government is no good” and replaced it with no government — at least, the least productive Congress in history. Where is the legislation on immigration reform they clamor about? Where is tax reform? Why, oh why, did they fight against gay rights or even not uphold given rights to women, such as equal pay?

On the state level in Florida, the Republicans control both legislative houses, but have taken money from education (along with the governor), except in election years; they have privatized many of our jails only to find it a disaster; and the charter schools they seem enamored with merely take money from public schools and give them to charter schools, which are exempt from the same testing as public schools, so no comparison can be had as to success or not. Add to this their embarrassing failure to complete a voter-referendum-required redistricting, without partisan bias. Worse, a half million or more was spent because they recessed before completion, and their attempt at non-partisan redistricting failed to meet court standards. Mind you, this is a Republican-dominated circus, with a Republican House unable to work with a Republican Senate. My goodness! Imagine if there were enough Democrats to make this a real partisan venture. Heck, we elected a governor who was the CEO of one of the largest healthcare conglomerates in the country, which was fined $2.3 billion (the highest fine in American history) and who pled the Fifth Amendment more times than my immediate family has phalanges (upper and lower). Did I mention that there are more registered Democrats in Florida than Republicans, so the inequitable distribution of the voting districts seems a bit compromised, you think? It’s easy to sit back at my computer and complain. So, here is an

offer. It might even be a good idea: Both the federal government and the state (or just one of these entities) should initiate a gas tax, now that gasoline is so much cheaper. Those monies could/ would/should go to public works projects, such as road/bridge repairs, mass transit, etc... as our infrastructure needs to be addressed. These monies would immediately come back as they are spent by the workers/companies, and the hiring of hundreds of thousands would certainly help those unemployed with a good wage whilst also helping our economy. A no brainer, right? Yes, we have met the enemy, but it is not the Russian/Chinese expansions, nor the terrorists, not Communism or Fascism, but rather it is us. Our complacency and our greed and our being able to be fooled, most of the time. George Unger Wellington

For The Record

The article “RPB Seeks To Annex Enclave Near Southern And SR 7,” published last week, contained an inaccurate location of the parcels in question. They are located at the southwest corner of State Road 7 and Southern Blvd. The Town-Crier regrets whatever confusion this might have caused.

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NEWS

Wellington Zoners Approve Medical Use At Village Green Center

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board approved a conditional use for no more than 15,000 square feet of medical offices in the 15.9-acre Village Green Center on Wednesday. The commercial development, located on the west side of State Road 7 north of Stribling Way, has approval for 56,213 square feet of retail, professional office, restaurant and bank uses. Principal Planner Cory Lyn Cramer said the medical tenants would be along the western side of the plaza. She said that medical

RPB Offering Yoga Programs

The Royal Palm Beach Parks & Recreation Department is offering several yoga programs this month. Free yoga in the park will be offered at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park on Tuesday, Sept. 16 from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. All levels are welcomed, and no previous experience is necessary. Pre-register at the Royal Palm Beach Recreation Center (100 Sweet Bay Lane). Bring a mat to class

buildings would have the same trip generation criteria and parking formula as retail buildings. PZA Board Member Paul Adams questioned the parking requirements, saying he felt that medical buildings should require more parking because medical patients generally have to remain in the offices longer than retail clients. Cramer said that they were following approved parking and traffic requirements to have a medical office in the specific buildings. PZA Board Chair Carol Coleman asked if there were different

criteria for the type of medical office, and Cramer said that she did not think so, but it might be different for a medical office and a hospital. PZA Board Member Elizabeth Mariaca asked how many practices are planned for the 15,000 square feet. Cramer said 15,000 square feet was based on the overall approval for the site, and that the predominant use is currently retail. She also pointed out that the plaza has to get specific approval for this because it is in a planned unit development. “In the other community com-

mercial locations within Wellington, medical office is a permitted use,” she said. Applicant Trish Holloway of Ward Real Estate said the plaza currently has only 10,000 square feet vacant. “I wouldn’t be coming and asking for this if there weren’t tenants requesting to come in,” Holloway said, explaining that she has a tenant that she has spent eight months negotiating a lease with for 2,800 square feet. “They are a pediatric oncology unit out of Miami,” she said. “They have nine locations, and they want to come to Wellington. The

lease is hinging on me getting this approval.” Another client, Urgent Care Medical, wanted 7,500 square feet of space. “It was taking too long to get through, so they went somewhere else,” Holloway said. Mariaca asked if there are other pediatric oncologists in that area, and Planning & Zoning Director Bob Basehart said that there are some in the Palomino Park center to the south and on the campus of Wellington Regional Medical Center. PZA Board Member Kenneth Kopp noted that medical practices

tend to ebb and flow. “Basically, you could put anything you want in that 10,000 feet,” Kopp said. “You could change leases, and it could be a completely different practice.” Coleman added that it could also go back to retail use. Kopp said he had driven through the plaza. “I didn’t know that there was not a medical facility in the area,” he said. PZA Board Member George Unger said he felt the request was reasonable as long as it was site specific. Kopp made a motion to approve the request, which carried 7-0.

join the ranks and become an integral part of this vibrant theater.” There are volunteer opportunities as ushers, tour guides and to work in data entry, the gift shop, the education department and the administrative offices. To become an usher, applicants must complete a training course about Kravis Center operations. The course includes information about emergency evacuations, seating, show procedures and customer service skills. The volunteer orientation ses-

sion on Sept. 24 will be held at the Kravis Center’s Rinker Playhouse. Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer is encouraged to download a printable application, fill it out and mail it to: Volunteer Program, Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33401. The application is available online by going to www.kravis.org and clicking the section marked “Play a Part.” For more information, call (561) 651-4294.

NEWS BRIEFS and meet in front of the three-story building at the park. Free yoga classes at the Royal Palm Beach Recreation Center will be offered on Monday, Sept. 14 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., and on Wednesday, Sept. 16 from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. All levels are welcomed, and no previous experience is necessary. Pre-register at the Royal Palm Beach Recreation Center. Bring a mat to class. For more information on the free trial yoga classes or the six-week sessions running Mondays, Sept.

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LOCAL KIDS PERFORM AT ANNUAL CAFCI YOUTH TALENT SHOWCASE IN RPB

Talent showcase performers received certificates and trophies. Murleve Roberts on the piano.

Brianna Williams and Sanaa Wright sing.

Allyson Bodden arrives on stage.

Talent Showcase Chair Nadine White-Boyd with masters of ceremony Delisa Stephenson and Lady C.

Natalia Baez performs.

Brandon Guillaume sings “One Small Voice.”

Performers Tionne Allen, Devonte Ho-Hing and Amber Ray.

Committee members Winsom Martin, Shirley Morrison, Clover Gilroy, Lauriston Simms, Thalia White, O.G. Smith, Nadine White-Boyd, Majorie Smikle, Junette Powell and Ernie Garvey.

THE ROYAL PALM BEACH ROTARY CLUB PREVIEWS NEW EVENING MEETING

Members of the Royal Palm Beach Rotary Club gathered Thursday, Aug. 27 at the Wanderers Club to invite members to preview a new evening meeting. Currently, the club meets on Thursdays at 7:30 a.m. at Oak Bistro & Wine Bar. An evening meeting at 6 p.m. is designed for members who find the early morning hours inconvenient. The evening venue will be announced soon. For more information, visit www.rpbrotary.org. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

RPB Rotary President Dr. Bruce Elkind, Membership Chair Dr. Scott Snyder and Wellington Rotary President Henrik Nordstrom.

District Governor-Elect Eric Gordon, Dinorah Shoben, Mike Saucier, Maggie and Bill Wenzolsky and Dr. Scott Snyder.

Treasurer Terri Wescott and Secretary Joan Scherer.

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CRIME NEWS

PBSO: Attempted Home Burglaries In Wellington

By Brooke Sandler, RD, LD/N The Wellness Center at Ultima Fitness

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By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report AUG. 31— A deputy from the Wellington substation of the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office was called to Ishnala Circle in the Pinewood Manor community Monday afternoon regarding two attempted residential burglaries. At the first home, according to a PBSO report, sometime between 1:30 and 2:43 p.m. Monday afternoon, someone cut the back patio screen of the victim’s home while trying to find an open door. Fingerprint evidence was gathered from the scene. At the second home, according to a PBSO report, sometime between 2:43 and 3:04 p.m., someone entered the victim’s home through an unlocked patio bathroom door. According to the report, the suspect fled when a neighbor arrived to check the home after the alarm was activated. Fingerprint evidence was gathered from the scene. ••• AUG. 25 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was called to a home on Sandpiper Avenue last Tuesday afternoon regarding an attempted burglary. According to a PBSO report, sometime between noon and 1 p.m., the victim observed two young black males dressed in dark clothing attempt to push open a window and break in into his home. The males, suspected to be of high school age, fled once discovered. AUG. 25 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was called to the Walmart store on Belvedere Road last Tuesday afternoon regarding a shoplifting incident. According to a PBSO report, Jacquelyn Howell was observed stealing $491.08 in clothing items. She attempted to exit the store, passing all points of sale, before she was stopped. AUG. 25 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was contacted last Tuesday by a Hollywood resident regarding the fraudulent use of her bank card at the Walgreens store on Royal Palm Beach Blvd. According to the PBSO report, multiple charges were made at several stores throughout Palm Beach County, in addition to four at the Walgreens store in Royal Palm Beach. According to the report, sometime between Aug. 14 and Aug. 25, the victim’s now-cancelled Regions Bank debit card had been illegally duplicated. AUG. 25 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was called to a home on Swan Parkway East last Tuesday regarding a residential burglary. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 3 and 5:30 p.m. last Tuesday, someone removed window screens, broke windows at the victim’s home and stole approximately $1,024 in wrapped coins and Susan B. Anthony dollar coins. DNA evidence was gathered from the home. AUG. 26 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was called to a home on Ponce De Leon Street last Wednesday morning regarding a theft. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 6 p.m. last Tuesday and 6 a.m. last Wednesday, someone siphoned approximately $40 of gasoline out of the victim’s 2004 Honda Odyssey van. According to the report, this has happened four times in the past.

AUG. 26 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation was called to a home on 48th Court North in The Acreage last Wednesday morning regarding a stolen vehicle. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 2 and 3 a.m. last Wednesday, someone stole the victim’s trailer that was located in the front yard. AUG. 26 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was contacted by a resident of Delmany Circle last Wednesday afternoon regarding fraudulent activity. According to a PBSO report, the victim was informed by Verizon Wireless that a third phone line had been added to her account on Aug. 4 at the Walmart store on Belvedere Road. According to the report, the victim had not authorized the additional phone line. AUG. 27 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Wellington substation was called to the Tree Tops of Wellington community last Thursday morning regarding multiple instances of vandalism. According to the first PBSO report, sometime between 1 and 4 a.m. last Thursday, someone used brown Rust-Oleum spray paint to spray the exterior entry door of the victim’s garage on Oak Shadow Way. According to the second report, sometime between 3 and 4 a.m. last Thursday, someone sprayed brown paint graffiti on the victim’s garage door on Park Forest Way. AUG. 27 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was called to the Toys ’R’ Us store on State Road 7 last Thursday regarding a theft. According to a PBSO report, an employee, Patricia Martin, was caught making several fraudulent returns. Martin made three returns between July 30 and Aug. 5 totaling $451.61. She was arrested for grand theft. AUG. 28 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was called to a home on Bilbao Street last Friday morning regarding a vehicle burglary. According to a PBSO report, sometime between midnight and 5 a.m. last Friday, someone entered the victim’s unlocked 2010 Mazda 6 and removed a Guess wallet from the center console. According to the report, the victim was informed by Chase Bank that his credit card was used for a $20 purchase at a gas station in West Palm Beach. AUG. 28 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation was contacted by a resident of D Road in Loxahatchee Groves last Friday regarding a stolen decal. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 5 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. last Thursday, someone stole the decal off the victim’s vehicle. According to the report, nothing else was taken and the vehicle had not sustained any damage. AUG. 28 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation was contacted by a resident of 36th Court North last Friday regarding a case of fraud. According to a PBSO report, the victim spoke to someone on the phone a few months ago about a virus on his computer. The victim was told to pay $239, and it would be fixed. According to the report, the victim paid the money, but did not hear back from the caller until Aug. 25, when he was told by an unknown caller that the $239 was illegally collected and See BLOTTER, page 18

Crime Stoppers of Palm Beach County is asking for the public’s help in finding these wanted fugitives: • Ramiro Castillo, alias Ramiro Castillo-Ruiz and Juan-Carlos Castillo, is a white male, 5’6” tall and weighing 165 lbs., with black hair, brown eyes and multiple tattoos. His date of birth is 06/19/78. Castillo is wanted for failure to appear in court for felony charges of cocaine possession and failing to appear in court on traffic charges for operating a vehicle with a suspended, canceled or revoked driver’s license. His last known address was Palm Beach Point Blvd. in Wellington. His occupation is horse handler. He is wanted as of 08/27/15. • Milissa Rodriguez, is a white female, 5’5” tall and weighing 150 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes. Her date of birth is 02/07/82. Rodriguez is wanted on felony charges for grand theft. Her last known addresses were Serafica Drive in Lake Worth and White Pine Drive in Wellington. She is wanted as of 08/27/15. Remain anonymous and you may be eligible for up to a $1,000 reward. Call Crime Stoppers at (800) 458-TIPS (8477) or visit www.crimestopperspbc.com.

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Wellington Thanks Garden Club For Pollination Protection Work

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report At Tuesday’s Wellington Tree Board meeting, Mayor Bob Margolis presented the Wellington Garden Club with a mayor’s recognition proclamation for protecting the native wildflowers and pollinators in the village. The proclamation was passed, adopted and signed July 23, yet Margolis wanted to present the recognition at the tree board meeting, with Wellington Garden Club members present. “We thank you very much for everything that you’re doing,” Margolis said on behalf of the council and village residents. The recognition explains the importance of native wildflowers for native pollinator species and calls for reducing the frequency of roadside and canal bank mowing, and eliminating the use of herbicides where pollinators are present. “It is an honor to recognize the Wellington Garden Club for preserving the beauty of our great hometown and our environment,” Margolis said. “Their efforts in encouraging the growth of native wildflowers and protecting our pollinators are truly commendable.” Property owners are encour-

STEM

Program At Crestwood

continued from page 1 at several criteria, including student interest and performance data, such as grades, assessment scores, reading inventory scores and more, to develop a well-rounded picture of the whole child, not just academic abilities. “We’re very excited to continue to build upon the academic vision that Crestwood has always been known for, and to now bring on a STEM academy, that will really help us to identify students who are interested, motivated and want to pursue further studies in math, science, engineering and drafting, and all of those wonderful areas,” Nance said. “We know that, ultimately, the majority of the students who do well in these programs go

aged, through the proclamation, to “plan and implement practices that will increase the visibility and enjoyment of Florida native wildflowers.” Wellington Garden Club President Kathy Siena was eager to share the importance of such a recognition. “The mayor’s recognition is very special to us because [Wellington Garden Club member] Lisa Ferrano has a passion for protecting her Earth and her environment, especially in the Village of Wellington,” Siena said. “One of the ways she is doing this is by asking the Village of Wellington to initiate this recognition for protecting our pollinators.” When discussing pollinators, the first creatures that come to mind are bees, hummingbirds and butterflies. However, the list is more extensive. “Almost all of the insects that crawl on flowers are pollinators, even birds and bats. We’re particularly interested in insects,” Ferrano said. Formally noting the importance of pollinators, and protecting them, is important to the garden club. “Thank you very much, Mayor Margolis,” Siena said. “Thank you to the Village of Wellington, and especially thank you to Lisa

Ferrano for getting this recognition that is very important to us.” She stressed that the topic is very important, even if the proclamation might seem like a small step. “It’s important to the Village of Wellington, because it’s the start, even in a small village, of helping to protect our pollinators,” Siena said. “If every little village would do this, then there would be an impact on our Earth.” For Ferrano, the recognition means a change in how canal banks and community properties are kept pristine. Her yard, certified by the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs as a butterfly sanctuary, is close to an area that was cleaned up with pesticides and herbicides, rather than mowed. When Ferrano saw this, she thought, “I have to do something. I can’t just sit back and do nothing.” There are other ways of clearing weeds, she explained. “By the village making this recognition, it’s going to be easier for the people who maintain the canal banks, and maintain the community properties — the common properties — to come up with some alternative,” Ferrano said. Flowering plants, such as those often mowed or killed with pes-

on to pursue careers, and they do well in those careers.” As part of the program’s vision, Nance hopes to include a robotics component in the future. The program fosters interest in science, technology, engineering and math, all of which are global fields. Some of the many projects the students will be engaging in this year include building mousetrap cars, gliders, bridges and more. Hill is bringing together all of the subjects the students study through engineering types of activities. She offered one recent project as an example. “They built barges, and we had them do research. They had to document where they got their research from. We did some simulations on the computer to help them understand sinking and floating and buoyancy,” Hill said. “They built the barges, they tested

the barges. They collected data. We spent some time talking about the data and figuring out what it told us.” Hill guided the students through all the steps of a full scientific explanation. During the glider project, she said, they will be talking about the Wright brothers, inventors of the airplane. “They’ll be getting into all sorts of aspects with the class,” she said. This week, the students were working on a marble roller-coaster design. The students will work out the physics behind it, learning about kinetic energy, potential energy and acceleration. Hill, co-chair of the science department, has been at Crestwood since 1999. She recently finished a master’s degree program at the University of Florida. When the opportunity to be the school’s STEM teacher arose, Hill jumped

Garden Club Resolution — (Front row) Kay Brown, Stormi Bivin, Twig Morris, Lisa Ferrano, Kathy Siena and Mayor Bob Margolis; (back row) Doreen Baxter, Jayne Kiesewetter and Kevin Foster.

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ticides, are vital for pollinators, she said. “If you allow the flowering plants to grow, then, of course, that’s what’s going to feed the nectar to the insects. There’s a lot

of bees, native bees, that are very good pollinators, but all of the little insects need food,” she said. “They have to eat. That’s what that is.” The next Wellington Garden Club meeting is set for Wednesday,

Sept. 9 at 10:30 a.m. at Village Park, located at 11700 Pierson Road. To learn more about the Wellington Garden Club, visit www. wellingtongardenclub.org.

at the opportunity. “I am very excited to be getting the kids more immersed into projects. That’s how I teach my class,” Hill said. “It’s a well-sought-after academy. Even now, there are kids in the upper grades who are wishing that they were in the class. The kids are not only going to be doing fun projects, but there’s going to be a lot of learning that’s going to be taking place.” The students will build a model and test it through a computer program each quarter, and will physically build the models in class, Hill explained. She is looking forward to having the ability to let the students explore and understand things in an atmosphere where they can learn from each other, as well as from their teachers. The school district, Nance said, seeks to become a district with programs such as STEM, AVID (Achievement Via Individual

Determination) and International Baccalaureate aligned along the full K-12 continuum so that students can begin early and continue on through their education, following the various special programs. “We’ve been working to align our programs here in the Royal Palm Beach area with the elementary, middle and high schools,” Nance said. Offering such programs at Crestwood Middle School is another step in sequencing the programs offered at the different schools. Several elementary schools feed into the student population at Crestwood. “All of the feeder school students will have an opportunity to apply and become a part of the STEM academy here at Crestwood, if they choose to do so,” Nance said, noting that Cypress Trails Elementary School already has a STEM academy. Crestwood has many exciting programs and events coming up, including becoming the “Middle Years” program supporting the new International Baccalaureate program at Royal Palm Beach High School.

“Once we establish our program, then those students will be part of our International Baccalaureate program,” Nance said. “Those students will then also matriculate on to Royal Palm Beach High School. We’re excited to be part of that vision, and that will be rolling out for us very soon.” Utilizing various programs, Nance explained, the school will continue its longtime reputation for exemplary education, and build on it for the future. “When you look at our data, and I’ll speak to that of Crestwood Middle School, from 2001 to 2012, Crestwood was an A-rated school. In 2013, we went to a B, and in 2014, we were eight points from regaining our A,” Nance said. “Our data speaks, in terms of the programs that we offer. The STEM now is just another step. We understand that ultimately, we have to prepare our students for a very globalized, a very high-tech and very competitive society. STEM is just one way of providing that opportunity.” To learn more about programs at Crestwood Middle School, call (561) 753-5000.

Carol Z. Brody Will Be Featured Artist At Wellington Art Society

(Clockwise from above) Raymond Claudio, Elias Machado, Mia Rampersad and Zoe Gershberg work on their paper roller coaster; Jamie Marcus, Kylie Fuentes and Hanjoline Julceus secure the support beams for the project; and Crestwood Middle School Principal Dr. Stephanie Nance with teachers Christopher Raos, Allison Hill, Sakeena Little, Clarissa Romero-McCreath and Tawana Smith-Black. PHOTOS BY JULIE UNGER/TOWN-CRIER

Carol Z. Brody will be the featured demonstrator at the Wellington Art Society open house reception on Tuesday, Sept. 8 at Bootz Culture Camp (420 State Road 7, Suite 120, Royal Palm Beach). The meet and greet reception with refreshments will begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by a member spotlight and brief meeting. Brody’s demonstration will highlight the meeting. The evening will close with a raffle. All artists and art lovers are invited to meet fellow artists and learn about the Wellington Art Society. Brody is an internationally known watercolor artist. She is a native New Yorker and a graduate of Brooklyn College with additional studies at the Parsons School of Design and with many prominent watercolor artists. She now lives in Wellington. Brody’s paintings reflect her love of color and texture. She allows her paintings to begin as a flow of feelings, intuition and

spirit. As her paintings grow and emerge, they begin to suggest a form, which she develops through many layers of glazing. Brody has won many awards for her beautiful wet-in-wet paintings. She has also been a teacher since 1987, sharing her personal color palette, along with glazes and other techniques. She gives workshops and serves as an exhibit juror. Brody is a signature member of the National Watercolor Society, the Florida Watercolor Society and other groups, and has been featured in many art magazines. She has had eight major one-person exhibits in New York and West Palm Beach. The Wellington Art Society is a nonprofit charitable organization open to artists of all mediums and patrons of the arts, allowing both local and regional artists to display their art work in local galleries, interact with other artists and serve the community through their art. For more info., visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org.

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NEWS BRIEFS Self-Defense Seminar In Wellington

Palm Beach Combat Hapkido, in cooperation with the Village of Wellington’s recreation Hapkido program, will host a seminar with Grandmaster John Pellegrini on Saturday, Oct. 3, entitled “Self Defense and Street Survival: When Being Victimized is Not an Option.” Pellegrini, founder of Combat Hapkido, has been featured on the cover of major martial arts magazines. He is recognized as a world leader in developing self-defense skills. In addition to holding self-defense seminars around the globe, Pellegrini has assisted in the training of U.S. service members in Iraq and Afghanistan. The seminar will run from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Village Park, located at 11700 Pierson Road, and is intended for children and adults, ages 10 and up. Registration is $95 prior to Sept. 15, and $110 after, and includes lunch and a training certificate. No prior martial arts experience is necessary. For more info., visit www.palmbeachcomb-

athapkido.com or call Master Gil Levin at (561) 818-5537.

Fundraiser At Buffalo Wild Wings Sept. 4

Buffalo Wild Wings on State Road 7 in Wellington will be holding a fundraiser Friday, Sept. 4 for a scholarship fund created in memory of two Pahokee Middle School children who died due to a house fire in May. Buffalo Wild Wings will be donating 10 percent of its sales for Friday, Sept. 4 to the scholarship fund. For more info., call Pahokee Middle School at (561) 924-6500. Direct donations can be sent to the school at 850 Larrimore Road, Pahokee, FL 33476.

Talented Teen Club Pageant

The Talented Teen Club will present its Miss Beautiful pageant on Sunday, Sept. 20 at 3 p.m. at the Village Golf Club (122 Country Club Dr., Royal Palm Beach). The pageant will raise scholarship funds for the Talented Teen Club, a

nonprofit that focuses on building self-esteem in teens. For info., visit www.talentedteenclub.org.

TWBA Social Set For Sept. 17

The Western Business Alliance will hold its September Social at the White Elephant on Thursday, Sept. 17 starting at 5:30 p.m. Registration in advance is $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers. Registration at the door is $15 for members and $20 for nonmembers. For more info., visit www. thewesternbusinessalliance.com.

who lost his son, FDNY Lt. John P. Napolitano, in the tragedy, and Denise Makarius, a Wellington resident who lost her husband from the effects of the tragedy.

Wellington dedicated its Patriot Memorial on the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. The memorial includes one of the largest steel beams salvaged from the World

Trade Center, as well as an eternal flame fountain and etched glass panels inscribed with the names of the victims. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov.

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The Village of Wellington will host a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Friday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Wellington Patriot Memorial, located at 12198 W. Forest Hill Blvd. The Wellington Village Council will make remarks and lay a wreath for those lost and touched by the attacks. Speakers will include John Napolitano, a Wellington resident

The event committee for the Wellington American Legion Chris Reyka Memorial Post 390 fifth annual golf tournament held a planning meeting Friday, Aug. 28 at the Wanderers Club, site of the Sept. 19 event. The tournament will begin with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. Proceeds will benefit the Future Heroes Scholarship Fund and other youth, patriotic and veterans programs. For more info., call Ed Portman at (561) 602-4409, John Isola at (561) 795-2721) or Mike Pancia at (561) 642-6818. Shown here are: (L-R) Tom Wenham, Mike Pancia, John Isola, Ed Portman, Max Nelson, Dennis Masch, Al Ziker, Ed Dugre and Wanderers golf pro Jeff Fraim. PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN

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WELLINGTON SALUTES BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL TEAMS ON NATIONAL TITLES

The Village of Wellington held a special parade and ceremony to honor the Wellington Little League Intermediate All Stars baseball team and the Wellington Wild ’01 softball team for their national titles on Saturday, Aug. 29. After a short parade, there was a ceremony at the Wellington Amphitheater. PHOTOS BY JULIE UNGER/TOWN-CRIER

The Wellington Wild ’01 14B USSSA Fast Pitch 2015 World Series Champions.

PBSO Deputy Scott Poritz during the parade.

Councilman John McGovern with his daughter Victoria.

The 2015 Little League Baseball Intermediate U.S. Champions.

Councilman Matt and Alexis Willhite with Mark and Luke.

Wellington Wild coach Matt Estes at the podium.

Wellington Mayor Bob and Linda Margolis, Marcus Schult, Vice Mayor John Greene, County Commissioner Melissa McKinlay, Councilman John McGovern and Councilwoman Anne Gerwig.

Wellington Mayor Bob Margolis speaks on the stage of the Wellington Amphitheater with players from both winning teams.

AREA ARTIST OSCAR ROJAS HONORED AT WHOLE FOODS MARKET RECEPTION

The Wellington Art Society held an artist reception for Oscar Rojas on Friday, Aug. 28 at Whole Foods Market in Wellington. Friends gathered to view Rojas’ work hanging in the local Whole Foods Market store. Attendees enjoyed refreshments. For more information, visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Wellington Art Society President Sandy Axelrod, artist Oscar Rojas and Whole Foods Marketing Team Leader Tara Murray in front of Rojas’ painting Bamboo.

Susan Odell admires Okeeheelee Nature Walk, an oil painitng by featured artist Oscar Rojas.

Rania Anni, Marco Gonzalez, GG Gonzalez, Wellington Art Society President Sandy Axelrod, Leslie Pfeiffer, Ursula Fernandez and Donna Donelan.

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THE MALL AT WELLINGTON GREEN HOSTS BIG ANTI-BULLYING BLOCK PARTY

The Mall at Wellington Green, Stomp Out Bullying and iHeartRadio held an anti-bullying block party at the mall Saturday, Aug. 29. iHeart Radio DJ Carmine Gialanella, “Self Esteem Doctor” Simone Alicia and many mall representatives helped kids learn about the impacts of bullying. The four teens who were picked for “Love Your Look” style sessions debuted their new looks. For more information about Stomp Out Bullying, visit www.stompoutbullying.org. PHOTOS BY JULIE UNGER/TOWN-CRIER

DJ Carmine Gialanella with “Love Your Look” winners Kirena Boodoe, Marangely Aponte, Ariana Valentin and Alyssa Peters.

Javier Garcia from Sephora in JCPenney gives Emil Canbelier a new look.

Crystal Vera and Samantha Cote sign the pledge against bullying.

Carmine Gialanella helps Aadi Saxena stomp out a cup representing bullying.

DJ Carmine Gialanella, Rachelle Crain of the Mall at Wellington Green and “Self Esteem Doctor” Simone Alicia.

Rachelle Crain, Dr. Simone Alicia and Carmine Gialanella with raffle winners Daniela Mejia Lagos, Phoenix Griffith Elliott, Madison Andrews and Julianna Gonzales.

Kerdrick West and Kira Waugh.

Nickoia Sinaise, Maureen Witkowski and Xiomara Prince.

ACREAGE RESIDENTS RALLY TO HELP CANCER PATIENT MICHELE MEREDITH

Residents of The Acreage have been busy raising money to help cancer patient Michele Meredith, a longtime resident who has supported the Acreage Athletic League for many years. Events included the “Fight Like a Girl” kickball tournament and 5K run/walk at Acreage Community Park on Sunday, Aug. 23, which was attended by least 500 people and raised approximately $15,000. Also, a “Paint the Night Away” fundraiser on Tuesday, Aug. 25 at the Hamlin House raised $300.

Shown at the “Paint the Night Away” fundraiser are: (front row) Sandra Love Semande, Joni Dauria (Meredith’s mother), Michele Meredith, Kayla Meredith (her daughter) and Maria Enriquez; (back row) Lillian Hall, Mary Wanczak, Melissa Kratz, Trish Watkins, Brenda Kilgore, Pam Taylor, Shaun Santoro, Kelli Walters-Shipe, Cindy Soles and Jeanetta Bair.

Bob Renna coordinated all the bands for the Aug. 23 event.

Sam and Chris Harris, shown with daughter Parker, organized the 5K run/walk.

Daughter Kayla Meredith wth her kickball team.

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PALMS WEST PEOPLE

Grandma’s Place Among Area Groups Getting Grants From Autism Speaks

Jay and Flo Mann with rescue dog Chrissy and children, Barry, Leslie and David Mann.

Manns Celebrate 58th Anniversary

Flo and Jay Mann, pioneers in the western communities, recently celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary with an intimate family gathering in Wellington. The couple met on a blind date in 1956 in New Jersey and married the following year. They have three children, Barry, Leslie and David. In 1971, while on vacation, the couple discovered Royal Palm Beach, and after purchasing what was to be a holiday home, decided to relocate permanently in 1972. All three of their children graduated from Twin Lakes High School (now the Dreyfoos School of the Arts). Jay, a former stockbroker, wrote a stock market column for the Town-Crier for many years before retiring. The Manns now live in Wellington. Sons Barry and David live in Atlanta with their families. Barry, valedictorian of his class, graduated from Harvard University and then received a master’s of fine arts degree from the University of San Diego in collaboration with the Old Globe Theater. He is an arts educator and international story teller. His wife Sheri is a filmmaker, actor, activist and college instructor. They have two sons:

Tendal, 16, who is a musician, artist, photographer, actor and filmmaker; and Royce, 13, a sports enthusiast, actor, photographer and also a filmmaker. David, salutatorian of his class, graduated from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania and received his master’s degree from the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University. He is a partner with a New Orleans investment firm, and his wife Tara is a clinical social worker. They have two children: Rachel, 22, a graduate of the Savannah College of Design, and son Ethan, 18, a freshman at the University of Georgia. Leslie, a political science graduate from Florida Atlantic University, left the area immediately after graduation for 28 years to pursue a career in government and politics. She attended the Nelson A. Rockefeller School of Public Affairs & Policy in Albany, New York while working for the late Gov. Mario Cuomo. She recently returned to the area and is involved in many community projects. As a volunteer, Leslie has run numerous no-kill animal rescue groups and found homes for more than 2,000 homeless dogs and cats.

Autism Speaks, the world’s leading autism and science advocacy organization, recently announced that it has awarded more than $27,000 to three local organizations through its 2015 Baker Summer Camp Grant and Family Services Community Grants program. The Baker Summer Camp grants were awarded to Mountaineer’s School for Autism in West Palm Beach and the YMCA of South Florida Palm Beach County in Boca Raton. The Autism Speaks grant program selects eligible camps in the United States to offer scholarship funds for financially disadvantaged children with autism to attend summer camp. Grandma’s Place in Royal Palm Beach was awarded a Family Services Community Grant. The funds will be used for the development and implementation of an inclusive tutoring and social recreation program in order to provide the individualized attention, positive reinforcement and peer interaction needed for social and scholastic skill development. Autism Speaks Family Services Community Grants are

focused on building the field of services for people with autism and expanding the capacity to effectively serve this growing community. “We are proud to support the Mountaineer’s School for Autism, the YMCA of South Florida Palm Beach County and Grandma’s Place in their efforts to expand programs and services or create new innovative programs that will enrich the lives of individuals with autism, and do our part to help develop meaningful programs that serve the local autism community,” said Denise Negron, community development associate for Autism Speaks Palm Beach. All applicants also have been added to the Autism Speaks Family Services Resource Guide. In addition to the Family Services Community Grants program, Autism Speaks offers a variety of funding opportunities for local organizations and service providers, including its chapter, regional and neighborhood grants. The application for these local grant programs, which receive funding of up to $5,000, opened on July 1. Autism Speaks also provides funding for post-secondary ed-

Grandma’s Place Executive Director Roxanne Jacobs (center) with Melissa DiNuzzo and Denise Negron of Autism Speaks. ucation, swimming and water safety lessons, and summer camp opportunities.

More information on these grant opportunities is available at www.autismspeaks.org.

Wellington’s Julie Kime Named Among 2015 Hispanic Women Of Distinction

On Friday, Aug. 14, the 14th annual Hispanic Women of Distinction charity luncheon and expo hosted its annual celebration of Latinas from Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties for a sold-out audience of nearly 900 people at the Signature Grand in Davie. The key theme of the luncheon was “Community, Culture, Charity and Leading by Example.” Longtime Wellington businesswoman Julie Kime was among the nominees. She has worked with Wellington’s Neil S. Hirsch Family Boys & Girls Club for 30 years as a volunteer, past chair, advisory board member and philanthropist. Kime is dedicated to the children in the community and has also worked with Allstate Insurance. “We were able to share a wonderful afternoon with a room full of amazing women who all coincide in their desire to help those in need

2015 Honorees (L-R) Yvette Aleman, Daisy Baez, Claudia Bartra, Kattia Castellanos, Sylvia Cobo, Maria Elena Ferrer, Maria Hernandez, Dr. Eugenia Isabel Millender, Maylen Montoto, Marielena Villamil, Julie Kime, Andreina Ojeda and Dr. Mercedes Quiroga. in our community and serve as role models for future generations”, said Elaine Miceli-Vasquez, pro-

ducer of the luncheon. “I am grateful for all our sponsors and by creating such a powerful platform

to build meaningful connections between businesses and the Latina community.”

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SCHOOL NEWS

Western Academy Goes For The ‘Green’

With its successful STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) program entering its second year, Western Academy Charter School wanted to enrich its program by adding an environmental component. To this end, they decided to go for the “green” and work toward becoming a green school through the Pine Jog Environmental Green School Recognition Program. Western Academy already recycled paper and cardboard, but is now implementing a program to recycle ink toners, ink cartridges and cell phones, and is adding a quarterly clothing drive. They are also working on plans to host a paper shredding event. Thanks to a donation from Costa

Farms in Miami, air purifying plants that filter out toxins and release fresh air were placed in each classroom, the school office and the visitor’s sitting areas. Western Academy will be applying for the Green Recognition Award in 2016. “We are excited about Western Academy Charter School becoming a green school and doing our part to help the environment,” Western Academy Linda Terranova said. “Our goal is to educate the whole child, and part of that is to teach them to be responsible citizens of the earth by reducing, reusing and recycling.” On Saturday, Sept. 19, the entire student body, staff and their families will be asked to join in cleaning up the local environment

(Above) Fifth grader Natalie Laham getting ready for her safety patrol post in the morning. (Right) Kindergartener Renee Udell is ready for her first day.

at the international coastal cleanup. For more about Western Academy, located in Royal Palm Beach, call (561) 792-4123 or visit www.

westernacademycharter.com. Learn about the green schools program at www.ourgreenschools. com.

Rocco Ciccone with teacher Karlie Smith.

Sebastian Mungria gets ready for pre-K.

TKA Plans Christmas Show

The Kings Academy will be putting together a City Christmas show at the Harriet Himmel Theater in West Palm Beach on Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. Be sure not to miss this festive, one-night-only performance that will put you in the Christmas spirit. The performance will feature TKA’s award-winning vocal

arts and dance departments. This upbeat and joyous Christmas celebration will feature music from the motion picture Polar Express, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, and more. Grab your hot chocolate and climb aboard! Tickets are $10. For more info., visit www.tkafinearts.org or call (888) 718-4253.

Lake Worth Christian Plans Elementary Expansion Lake Worth Christian School recently announced that plans are in motion for an expansion project at the school that would double the size of the current elementary school. “We have consistently had waiting lists for our elementary school because more families than we can currently serve have expressed a desire to be part of this great Christian community,” Superintendent Jim Harwood said. “To be able to provide an opportunity for more families to get a quality Christian

education is something that we have to pursue as much for the families as the school.” The new building would contain additional classrooms and room for special programs, as well as an extended learning area outside of the classrooms. The goal is for the new building to be ready for the 2016-17 school year. “We see this as a game-changer,” said Jeff Ross, Lake Worth Christian School board member and parent. Currently, Lake Worth Christian has commitments of $1.2

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Sixth grade STEAM students at Western Academy.

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL WAS A SUCCESS AT WES The students were eager to start at Wellington Elementary School. The first day of school was on Aug. 17, and the school was filled with excited students. Principal Dr. Maria Vaughan and Assistant Principal Kim Harrington, along with the rest of the staff, greeted students. Safety patrol members were at their assigned posts, teachers were happy to get to know their students and school activities and clubs were being talked about.

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million toward the $2.1 million elementary expansion project. The school hopes to raise the additional funds through private donors and the “Leaving a Legacy Capital Campaign” that is now underway. As part of the long-term plans for the school, there is a second phase of the project that includes a multipurpose space to serve as an auditorium, music facility and auxiliary gymnasium. The school is also reviewing plans to add another phase to its outdoor athletic facilities that would include

a weight room, locker rooms, a press box and more storage space. Lake Worth Christian School has been around since 1959. The school moved to its current location on High Ridge Road in Boynton Beach in 1976. The school currently has 445 students and recently graduated the largest senior class — 52 students — in the history of the school. To learn more about the school, contact Harwood at jharwood@ lwcs.org or (561) 586-8216. For more info., visit www.lwcs.org.

New Horizons Elementary School is a family school where a strong partnership exists between parents, students, staff and the community. Volunteers are welcome providing help and enhancing school programs throughout the school day and during after school activities. Shown above are a troupe of volunteers gathered for the annual volunteer orientation breakfast.

Kris Lidinsky Named Executive Director Of DSOA Foundation

Kris Lidinsky has been appointed as the executive director at the Dreyfoos School of the Arts Foundation. The Dreyfoos School of the Arts Foundation raises funds in support of the arts and academic curriculum at the internationally acclaimed Dreyfoos School of the Arts. “We are so pleased to have Kris rejoin our team as executive director,” Dreyfoos School of the Arts Chairman Simon Benson Offit said. “Her extensive background in leadership and fundraising will definitely lead the foundation into the future.” Lidinsky has more than 30 years experience in nonprofit management and fund development. Before joining the foundation, she served as the senior philanthropy officer at Scripps Florida and had previously served as director of development for the Dreyfoos School of the Arts Foundation from 2005 to 2013. Her past experience also includes being the executive director of the Epilepsy Association, associate executive director of the Arc of Palm Beach County, and director of development and community programs for Healthy Mothers/Healthy Babies. She currently serves on the board of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the

Kris Lindinsky Planned Giving Council, and is president of the Lambda Phi chapter of Beta Sigma Pi. Lidinsky earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Florida. She and her husband Rick have two adult children, Kyle and Sarah. In her free time, she loves to run, swim and is an avid reader. During Saturdays in the fall, you can find her cheering for her beloved Gators. For more about the Dreyfoos School of the Arts Foundation, visit www.soafi.org or call (561) 805-6298.

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FEATURES

Kudos To The Lady Who Survived In The Wild... That’s Not Me

Did you hear about the woman who went hiking in the Sierra Nevada mountains, got injured and was out there for nine days before they found her? Wow. Miyuki Harwood, 62, got separated from her group, then fell and broke her leg. She crawled for two days until she reached a creek. Then, as any knowledgeable hiker would, opened up her knapsack to get at her special water-filtering bottle. Even though search parties were hampered by wildfires, she was eventually found, thanks to the frequent use of her emergency whistle. She is now in the hospital, where her bones have been set and she is requesting “uninterrupted rest and quiet.” Now let’s put ourselves in that situation.

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The Sonic BOOMER Specifically, what if it was me? “Hey, Deb, want to go hiking? I know this remote section of the Sierra Nevadas. We really ought to see it before it burns up.” “OK. Wait a minute while I throw a few things into a knapsack.”

I pack my essentials, and we’re off. Half a day into the hike, I think I spot Sasquatch and veer off the path to follow him. I don’t tell anyone I’m going because I want the full glory of the press all to myself. But within a few minutes, I lose sight of the hairy beast when a bird poops on my head. I look up to yell at the bird, trip over a log and break my leg on a rock. Damn, that smarts. I take out my cell phone to call for help, but I used up the battery playing Candy Crush on the ride over. I’d blow my emergency whistle, but I can’t breathe because of the wildfires. Plus, I didn’t bring a whistle — I brought a whistle pop, a little red sucker that would make a sound... if

I hadn’t already bitten off the end of it. Tasted good, though. I finish that up. But the sucker made me thirsty. I drag myself to the creek, but I don’t have anything to put water in. I would’ve brought a bottle, but I needed the room in my knapsack for a giant bag of potato chips and my legal pad (since I may write a book someday). Musing, I eat the whole bag of chips, which makes me thirstier than ever. I reluctantly tear off a sheet of paper and fold it until I have an origami cup. The cup looks awesome, so I take out the legal pad and make a note about how clever I am. I dip the cup into the creek, but I’m afraid to drink the water because I think I see microscopic amoeba in there. And

some flesh-eating bacteria. And a twig. I eat the cup instead. It isn’t as good as the potato chips and, frankly, does nothing to stave off my thirst. By day two, I have eaten everything out of my knapsack, even the fuzzy peppermints that were in the bottom since my last hike. But I’m still hungry. I eat up all the foliage I can reach and even sample a bug. Yuck. No way. By day three, the bugs are starting to look pretty good, but I decide I’d rather be rescued. So I make an origami whistle. Looks cool. No sound. I make a note of this on my legal pad. By day eight, I have used up my entire See WELKY, page 18

There Was No Escaping The Stupidity In The Movie ‘No Escape’

There is a new candidate for dumbest movie of the year, and it is titled No Escape. I actually felt that way while watching it. A few patrons slipped out of the theater, no doubt hoping to slip into one of the other theaters in the multiplex, but as a faithful reviewer, I stayed to the end. I like action movies, and this one has plenty of it, but the writing is so dumb and hackneyed that it is embarrassing. Jack (Owen Wilson) is a broke entrepreneur/engineer from Texas who is hired by a big American corporation to go to an unnamed Southeast Asian country (unnamed because we might have an anti-American rebellion somewhere if it was identified) with his wife, Annie (Lake Bell), and two young daughters, Lucy (Sterling Jerins) and Breeze (Claire Geare). While still on the plane, they meet old Asia hand Hammond (Pierce Brosnan), who seems amused by the American’s idealism.

‘I’ On CULTURE By Leonard Wechsler The Americans have no idea that they are flying right into an anti-American revolution where their lives will be in great danger. Although there are a couple of scenes showing Jack’s almost trance-like avoidance of any problem or chance of understanding what is going on, most of the film becomes a chase where the whole family is in danger of being killed. We are treated to some massacre scenes, which our trusty family always seems to escape. In one case, Annie leaps

across a gap to a building with a lower roof (Jack is certain no one will then notice him and, of course, is correct), and then Jack tosses each girl over to her before jumping. Suffice it to say that if you think major stars or little girls actually die in this movie, you have not been in a movie theater in a while. Obviously, Jack and his family are the heroes, but the revolutionaries are shown as having all the right on their side because they are against American imperialism. It is a bit difficult to root for them as they machine-gun women and children and perform atrocities, however. Who knows? Next year we might see a similar film in which we can root for ISIS as they burn victims to death and sell young girls as sex slaves. That is a major problem with far too many movies that try to bring politics into the action. The American company Jack

hires on with is not, as he believes, bringing fresh water to this poor country, but draining its resources. Jack is completely unaware of this, which means he probably never heard of Google or any other source of online information. Who in his right mind would not only try for a job with a company that is hated in the place you are going, but bring his family along? Another problem is that there is just about no interaction with the Asian “natives” (the film was actually filmed in Thailand) so that most of the people shown in the movie are either helpless victims or evil crazies. If these are the good guys (and the writers seem to think their cause is worthy), why don’t we get to know them? The director, John Dowdle, also headed up the group of writers responsible for this mess. The acting, however, is good enough that the film does sort of hold

together. Wilson, far better known for comedy roles than anything dramatic, portrays Jack sympathetically enough that we actually identify with him. Bell deserves a far better role than this. Brosnan chews up the scenery as he too often does, but in this film it works, creating a way to relieve tension as the family keeps running. Of course, Jack, who is a bit of a doofus, does manage to somehow find survival skills in himself that allow for the usual happy ending. I enjoyed the ending as well, because it meant that I was able to get out of the theater. This is a film you should miss. I do not even recommend it on a free television basis until you are a real insomniac and it is past 3 a.m. There are far better choices around, even in these dog days of August. Soon we’ll start into the really good movies that pile up at the end of year, so hang on.

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Actor Quinton Aaron with Wellington Councilwoman Anne Gerwig.

Beach County in mid-November for multiple collaborative events, including visiting Palm Beach County schools; holding a town hall meeting on Thursday, Nov. 12; attending a meet-and-greet on Friday, Nov. 13; and participating in “Cowboy Up for a Cause,” a fundraiser scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 14 at Wellington’s Van Kampen Arena. Last month, Aaron and his team came to South Florida to meet with Olszewski to plan their upcoming campaign. While here, they made a visit to Wellington’s offices and met Mayor Bob Margolis. “It was an honor to welcome Quinton Aaron and his team,” Margolis said. “Bullying is a serious issue that requires a team effort to stop. It is wonderful to see celebrities like Quinton working to put an end to this problem. Wellington is proud of local organizations like Horses Healing Hearts, which are creating opportunities for our children’s future.” For Aaron and the foundation, the August meetings went splendidly. “I have been to many cities and never have I been as impressed with the show of support and overwhelming welcome as I had in Palm Beach County,” he said. “The school district’s commitment to their youth is outstanding, and I am honored to be working together. We enjoy working with counties that are pro-active in implementing solutions for the serious issues facing their students.” Aaron will be visiting schools during the week of Nov. 9, meeting with local kids and adults to try to make an impact on those who bully others. There will be a town hall meeting on Thursday, Nov. 12. “The town hall goal is to get a panel of experts from psychologists to police to county to everything, so that whatever questions and issues about bullying that

arise, the experts are there to answer them,” Olszewski said. “They want to raise the community’s awareness and get the support systems in place so that [Aaron’s] visit has a lasting impact.” On Friday night, there will be the special meet-and-greet event, where attendees will learn more about how they can support Horses Healing Hearts, children of alcoholics and addicts, meet Aaron and learn more about the joint anti-bullying initiative. Tickets are $100 per person and $150 per couple. The location will be announced shortly. Tickets are available at www.hhhusa.org. Cowboy Up For a Cause will be rodeo-themed fun, including a mechanical bull, a dunk tank, roping games, rodeo exhibitions and more. A rare white camel, other unique animals, Disney characters and more will make special appearances. It will be the perfect opportunity for kids to have an authentic, hands-on cowboy experience. Olszewski is planning a polo and dressage exhibition. Polo players will be on hand to teach children how to swing a polo mallet. Aaron will also be there signing pictures, autographs and DVDs. Cowboy Up for a Cause is scheduled from noon to 4 p.m. at the Van Kampen Arena. Admission is $5, and children younger than 12 will receive a free T-shirt. More details will be announced as they become available. For now, the foundation members are excited and ready to come to Palm Beach County. “We love Palm Beach County,” said David Tyler, executive director of the Quinton Aaron Foundation. “We are really excited to be working with Palm Beach County… The impact we can have as a foundation is tremendous. When you can have a profound effect on the livelihood of children in a positive way in such a large scope,

never too late to do the right thing.” Resident Todd McLendon also urged the council to keep Underwood. “The best thing Severn Trent did was back out,” McLendon said. “A wise man changes his mind.” Recently elected LGWCD Supervisor Laura Danowski urged the council to listen to numerous residents who had spoken in favor of keeping Underwood. “I love it here,” Danowski said. “We live in a space that allows us to do many different things. We need to stop the division. We live in a country where everybody can be heard.” Resident Joyce Batcheler pointed out that the council had been ready to hire Severn Trent at a

higher rate, although it had cited saving money as the reason for seeking new proposals. She also did not like that Severn Trent had been hired without revealing who the town manager would be. “I agree it should be civil on all sides,” Batcheler said. Pointing out that both Jarriel and Mayor Dave Browning asked her to serve on committees, Batcheler took objection to being dismissed by the council as a dissident. “I care about the town,” she said. “I should not be regarded as someone who disagrees with everything the town does.” Batcheler thanked the council for the positive things it has done, including controlling manure hauling, increasing police coverage

and getting illegal campgrounds shut down. But Rockett said the current management company had not followed the rules, most recently postponing an FAAC meeting, which he said the management company is not authorized to do. “There may come a time when we see an analysis,” he said. “My general concern with continuing with the current management team is what may happen. We seem to make up rules and ignore ones that we have. The difficult thing for me is that I really like the team, but when they take actions that I feel are incorrect, I cannot support them.” Goltzené’s motion to retain Underwood carried 4-1, with Rockett opposed.

driver’s side door panel of the victim’s 2005 Toyota, causing $150 in damage, and stole an Apple iPad, valued at $400, along with other items. AUG. 29 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation was contacted by a resident of Citrus Grove Blvd. in The Acreage last Saturday morning regarding the theft of vehicle parts. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 6 p.m. last Friday and 10 a.m. last Saturday, someone stole the Yamaha 140 four stroke lower unit, valued at $1,500, from the victim’s boat motor. According to the report, the lower unit was held on by four bolts and takes approximately an hour to remove. AUG. 30 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Wellington substation was called to a home on Greentree Drive on Sunday morning regarding a case of vandalism. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 7 p.m. last Saturday and 11 a.m. Sunday, someone keyed

the victim’s car and slashed the passenger-side rear tire, causing $1,500 in damage. AUG. 30 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation was contacted by an Acreage resident Sunday afternoon regarding a stolen vehicle. According to a PBSO report, sometime between last Friday at 4 p.m. and Sunday at 1:11 p.m., someone stole the victim’s 2001 Jeep Cherokee work vehicle that was kept parked at a motel on South Congress Avenue. AUG. 30 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Wellington substation was called to the outskirts of the Mall at Wellington Green on State Road 7 Sunday evening regarding a vehicle burglary. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 4 and 8:30 p.m., someone broke the passenger side window of the victim’s 2010 Toyota Camry and removed a black bag containing $20 worth of clothing from the front seat.

AUG. 31 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Wellington substation was called to a home on Henley Place in Greenview Cove on Monday afternoon regarding the delayed report of a theft. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. last Thursday, someone stole the victim’s 12-foot-long green aluminum boat with an electric motor, valued at $3,000, from his backyard dock. AUG. 31 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Wellington substation was called to a home on Shepard Place in the Olympia community Monday morning regarding a vehicle burglary. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 2 p.m. Sunday and 11 a.m. Monday, someone entered the victim’s unlocked 2006 Toyota Tundra and removed a Coach wallet containing a Wells Fargo credit card, debit card and the victim’s license. According to the report, the debit card was used for an unauthorized $31.04 purchase.

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continued from page 1 to escape. When they saw the flashbacks in the movie, and Aaron’s character explains that he was told to shut his eyes, the HHH kids can relate. In general, because of their home lives, children from addictive households are often bullied, or bullies themselves, since their school life is the only place where they are in control, Olszewski explained.

Underwood

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continued from page 1 town’s procedures manual and a report of the Financial Advisory & Audit Committee (FAAC) outlining the duties of the management company. “These excerpts are a reminder of what is expected of the town manager,” Ryan said. “We all hope to go forward in a positive and constructive manner.” Resident Tim Hart-Woods thanked the council for considering Underwood. “We might just be going in the right direction tonight,” Hart-Woods said. “It’s

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continued from page 6 that they were going to reimburse him. According to the report, the caller asked for the victim’s bank account number and bank card information. When he realized that it was a scam, the victim hung up. When he went to his bank, he was told $415 had been taken from his BB&T bank account. AUG. 29 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Wellington substation was called to the 12th Fairway last Saturday regarding two vehicle burglaries. According to the first PBSO report, sometime between 7:30 p.m. last Friday and 8 a.m. last Saturday, someone entered the victim’s 2013 Chevy Cruze and removed approximately $2 in change, a $40 cell phone charger, a $5 utility knife and a LG cell phone, valued at $100, along with the registration, insurance and other paperwork. DNA evidence was gathered from the vehicle. According to the second PBSO report, someone tore apart the

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“They either have to find other safe people or try to deal with it themselves. That’s when we see instances of suicide or dealing with it in unhealthy ways,” she said. HHH tries to redirect the children to let them know where to find safe people and how to find the help that they need. The two groups really are a perfect match, Olszewski said. “They’re a national organization that is really making an impact on the grassroots level, and we’re a grassroots local organization that’s getting ready to go national,” she said. Aaron will be visiting Palm

how could you not be excited to work with an area that large?” Sponsorship opportunities are available for the anti-bullying school assemblies, town hall meeting, meet-and-greet and Cowboy Up for a Cause. For more information about sponsorships, contact Susan Shelly at (561) 305-1432

or susanshelly@hhhusa.org. For general event questions, contact Olszewski at (561) 713-6133 or liz@hhhusa.org. To learn more about the Quinton Aaron Foundation, visit www. quintonaaron.org. To learn more about Horses Healing Hearts, visit www.hhhusa.org.

Liz Olszewski of Horses Healing Hearts with Quinton Aaron.

Charter

Questions Dropped

continued from page 1 council vacancies should be filled the same way as mayoral ones, providing that vacancies will not be filled if the unexpired term is less than 180 days, and would require a special election if 180 days or more remain in the term. Another question would change the requirement for the mayor, or vice mayor in his absence, to call special meetings. Currently, a 72hour notice is required. That would be changed to “reasonable notice,” which is the requirement by state law. Greene provided alternative language. “I did not want to appear as if we were not in compliance with state law, which it could be interpreted in the current language,” he said, pointing out that the council had been put in some difficult spots during emergencies being constrained by the 72-hour notice requirement. Willhite said he was concerned that “reasonable notice” could be loosely interpreted, and Cohen said that language could be added to require as much notice as possible. Another question contemplated removing language in the charter allowing for a referendum if the tax rate exceeds 5 mills. The task force had determined that the requirement is unenforceable, and the charter and Florida Statutes already have provisions to challenge the tax rate. Margolis said there might be

Welky

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continued from page 16 legal pad making a list of curse words that describe the rescue party. I hear them tramping around out there, but they are mostly talking among themselves instead

other charter questions that the council wants to include, and he said he didn’t want an excessive number of questions on the ballot. “Although this would be nice to have, if we have to delete a few of them, this is one that I would delete,” he said. Councilwoman Anne Gerwig said she thought the amendment would protect the council and the village from being forced to have a referendum, even if it is unenforceable. Councilman John McGovern agreed that the question raised several concerns for him, including a presumption in the question that it is unenforceable. He felt that it should be reworded or not asked at all. Cohen said that the question was worded in order to clarify to voters that it is not taking away a right that they have, rather than simply deleting a provision that is impossible to enforce. After discussion, council members agreed not to include that question on the ballot. They also agreed to discard a question regarding deletion of the transition schedule for changing the village to a municipality because it was simply a cleanup question to streamline the document. Also approved for the ballot was a question regarding protection of the Equestrian Preserve Area that would permit landowners to apply to be voluntarily annexed into the preserve by majority vote of the council, but would prohibit removal of properties from the preserve without four affirmative votes by council members. of listening for my shouts. I see a helicopter overhead, and that makes me wish I hadn’t taken the signal flare out of my knapsack to make room for that hair dryer. When they finally find me and take me to the hospital, dehydrated and emaciated (but with nice hair), here’s what I do not want — uninterrupted rest and quiet. I’ve had enough of that.

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JIM BRANDON PICNIC HONORS RETIRING PBC ADMINISTRATOR BOB WEISMAN

Fire Chief Jeff and Luz Collins, Tom and Regis Wenham, Bob Weisman, County Commissioner Melissa McKinlay, and Carolyn and Royal Palm Beach Councilman Jeff Hmara.

Lt. Gary Roginski, firefighter/EMT John Escobar, firefighter/paramedic Traci Moore, Chief Jeff Collins, Bob Weisman, Capt. Bob Dawson, driver operator Ken Warren and firefighter/paramedic John Prince.

Bob Weisman with his successor, Verdenia Baker.

Max Pettit, 2, plays a water balloon toss game.

Bob Weisman with the cooking crew from the Glades Area Park District.

Bob and Debby Weisman with Rich and Janice Vassalotti and Matthew Weisman, along with grandchildren Brooklyn and Axl Vassalotti.

Viktor Yonkers and Max Mullen enjoyed the face painting and balloons.

Matthew Weisman with his nephew, Axl Vassolotti.

OUR KIDS WORLD FAMILY FUN FEST BRINGS CROWDS TO THE FAIRGROUNDS

Our Kids World Family Fun Fest took place Saturday, Aug. 29 at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center. The day was filled with kids activities like dancing, contests, arts and crafts, and bounce houses. There were plenty of mascots and movie characters posing for photos, while local kids sang and danced for the crowd. The Gator Boys delighted the audience wrangling turtles and gators. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Shannon, Rylee and Colin Holdemer with grandma Susan Frost.

Barbara Perez visits with Minnie Mouse.

Richard DeCoste wrestles a gator.

Christie Banks from Sunny 107.9 with the Berenstain Bears.

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The Wellington Chamber of Commerce inducted Dr. Randy Laurich of the Wellness Experience of Wellington to the President’s Circle at a luncheon on Aug. 26. In addition, the chamber announced his appointment to chief executive of the President’s Circle. He will be leading the charge in recruitment and special events. Page 25

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SRHS Hawks Drop Opener To Pahokee 25-14

On Saturday, Aug. 29, the Seminole Ridge High School football team opened its regular season hosting Pahokee High School and fell short 25-14 to the Blue Devils, despite a late rally. The Hawks got off to a slow start with a couple of miscues, allowing Pahokee to jump out to an early 12-0 lead. Page 29

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New Homes Needed For Animis Foundation’s Horses

No one wanted it to get out of hand, but sometimes the best of intentions go awry. It started in France in 2002. Michelle Whitfield’s parents owned a vineyard and became involved in saving local farm animals. Over time, they accumulated 25 draft horses, 60 goats, and a number of sheep, pigs and fowl. When they decided to move to Florida in 2010, they picked Ocala’s horse country. They placed most of their animals, but brought along nine dogs, 20 cats and six horses. They bought 100 acres, then acquired additional parcels until the property totaled 240 acres, and started the Animis Foundation, a nonprofit sanctuary dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of domestic and wild animals. The name came from a Latin root meaning soul or life. Michelle’s mother asked her to come down and help out. At the time, Michelle was working as a licensed wildlife rehabilitator on Long Island. Her fiancée, Mark Quadrozzi, was also involved with animals, which was how they had met. He was a wild animal keeper and caregiver for the Wildlife Conservation Society’s Queens Zoo. “I loved the idea of working at a sanctuary,” Mark said. “At first, everything was fine. Then Michelle’s mom started buying animals.” Things gradually got out of hand. Most of the residents of the sanctuary had been abused, starved or neglected. Several came Get updates all week long... follow Ellen Rosenberg on Twitter at twitter.com/Horse TalkFL.

Tales From The Trails By Ellen Rosenberg from seizures by other rescue groups, including the Humane Society and the Marion County animal shelter. Eventually, more than 600 animals called Animis home, including water buffalo, cows, llamas, goats, sheep, pigs, chickens, ducks, geese, parrots, emu, rabbits, ferrets, cats, dogs, deer, donkeys, two camels and 125 horses. “Michelle and I realized that her parents were being fiscally irresponsible,” Mark said. “The way they were running the sanctuary wasn’t sustainable. We were confused, because they were collecting more and more animals, rather than concentrating on rescuing ones truly in need of help. Even though we loved all of the animals, it couldn’t go on this way. We had to get back to the original mission of rehabilitating wildlife and true abuse cases.” Mark and Michelle took over the foundation nine months ago. They sold off some of the land, both to downsize and to raise muchneeded money, and set about finding good, permanent homes for adoptable creatures. Right now, they’re concentrating on finding homes for some horses that they believe could

be successfully adopted. The others will remain at the sanctuary as permanent residents. Bandit is a 7-year-old paint Shetland gelding. He was rescued from a Miami-area illegal slaughterhouse. Currently unbacked, he’s a friendly, trainable pony looking for a job. Miranda is a creamy-palomino Quarter Horse mare, 8 years old and rideable, but would do best with an experienced rider. Sham, a 9-year-old bay gelding, and Mystery, a bay mare, must stay together. These two Quarter Horses are a bonded pair. Both are sweet, calm and rideable. Mystery used to be a barrel racer and she has heaves, but is mostly fine for light work. Tessa and Sefana are two Arab-cross mares who are also bonded and must stay together. Tessa is a bay, and Sefana is a flea-bitten gray who has had some small cancerous spots removed. Both are very sweet, and it’s unknown if they’ve been backed. Lenore is a good-natured Belgian mare, healthy and kind. Mark is not sure if she has been ridden or driven. Susan and Sy are another pair who can’t be broken up. Susan is a gray Quarter Horse mare whose mother was rescued when she was pregnant. Susan was born on the farm four years ago and is ready for training. Sy is a 2-year-old bay Arab-mix gelding, also unbroken but ready to learn. The two are like brother and sister. Another beautiful pair who must stay together are Christian and Tiny. Christian is a black Percheron who looks more like a

Friesian. He is 4 years old, unbroken, and a little pushy. He will go through a fence if it isn’t hot-wired. Tiny is a red chestnut, 8-yearold oversized Thoroughbred-cross who has been ridden. “All of these horses are healthy and sound,” Mark said. “They’re all up-to-date on shots and have current Coggins.” Because the sanctuary is in such dire straits, these horses are free to a good home. There’s no adoption fee, but new owners are required to sign adoption agreements, promising to care for them and return them to the sanctuary if they’re unable to keep them. “We’d like to do a site check, but that’s not always physically possible right now,” Mark said. “People can send us photos or videos of their facilities, and also contact numbers for their vets and farriers. We’re looking for private homes and barns, not boarding or lesson facilities. We’d love it if people could drive up to get the horses, but we will deliver them if necessary, especially the pairs.” The sanctuary is also in need of other help. “In addition to adopting a horse or two, people can help us out by donating feed, shavings, money — almost anything. They can contact us for more specifics. Our goal is to salvage the sanctuary and make it the best it can be. We owe it to the animals,” Mark said. If you can help, call Mark at (516) 690-5693 or Michelle at (352) 426-4072, or e-mail animisfoundation@rocketmail.com. You can also visit www.facebook.com/AnimisFoundation and donate through PayPal.

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Art Cellar Celebrates One Year With Food & Paint Invasion In honor of being a part of the western communities for a full year, Art Cellar in Wellington has put together a special ladies night event dubbed the “Food & Paint Invasion,” to include businesses in the area that have helped the owners in their journey. Their goal is to host an overthe-top-special event for frequent creators who have made Art Cellar’s

one-year milestone possible. The event will start at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 17 with a food invasion hosted at Iron Lion Fitness, which recently has redone its studio to focus more on private and small group training. The food invasion will star dishes from some local favorites: the Seahorse Fashion Cuisine, Taylor Made Café, the White Elephant, Stonewood Grill

& Tavern, Mellow Mushroom Wellington and Wellington Hurricane Grill & Wings. Next, Art Cellar’s frequent creators will start a wine glass painting class, where guests can choose to paint any two glass options that are provided: white wine glasses, red wine glasses, mason jars or beer mugs. Throughout the paint class, guests will experience brief vendor

raffles, presentations and demonstrations from local businesses, such as Eye Con Makeup by Alyson Khanna, Sarah Spiritual, Jacque James Portraits and more. Also, every guest at check-in will receive a door prize and a complimentary entry into the raffle. Guests will be able to enjoy massages by the Wellness Experience, a trunk show by Feathers N Fringe, and braids and

simple up-dos by Moda Hair Design’s Kristina Bernhard. The raffle will feature many vendors donating a great prize to be won. Additional raffle tickets purchased will benefit Place of Hope. Art Cellar is located at 10660 W. Forest Hill Blvd. Seats are limited. Call Art Cellar at (561) 792-2272 or visit www.artcellarwellington.com to learn more.

Three Law Firm Shareholders Selected Among Best U.S. Lawyers

Lewis, Longman & Walker shareholders Terry E. Lewis, Stephen A. Walker and Alfred J. Malefatto were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2016 Best Lawyers in America by U.S. News Media Group and Best Lawyers. Lewis has been selected as a 2016 Lawyer of the Year in environmental litigation, and Walker has been selected as a 2016 Lawyer of the Year in environmental law by the publishers. Additionally, Malefatto has been named a Best Lawyer in environmental law. Lewis works primarily in the fields of environmental and land use law, administrative law, and state and local government administration and legislation. In the legislative field, Lewis has participated in and been responsible for legislative

changes to Florida’s general water and growth management laws relating to environmental resource permitting, water quality and water supply permitting, the preparation and adoption of comprehensive plans, creation of special taxing districts, and local government finance and tax measures. He represents large agribusiness concerns, major land developers and local governments with complex legislative issues. Walker’s practice focuses primarily on water resources, environmental and administrative law. He has more than 39 years of experience in environmental and water-related issues in Florida. Malefatto practices in the areas of environmental, land use and administrative law. He has represented

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Lewis, Longman & Walker has an office in West Palm Beach. Visit www.llw-law.com for more info.

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Atlantis Golf Club Donates Backpacks To Sacred Heart

On Aug. 14, Len and Janet Leininger and Tom McEniff, members of the Atlantis Golf Club, delivered backpacks full of school supplies for the children at Sacred Heart School. “The children of Sacred Heart School are eager to learn. Unfortunately, school supplies can’t be a priority for some of our families.

That is why we were thrilled when we got a call from Jenifer Kelley asking us if we could use Atlantis Golf Club’s help,” Sacred Heart Principal Candace Tamposi said. The backpacks were well-received by the children. The students got to choose from many characters. Those featuring characters from the movies Frozen and

(Above) Tom McEniff, Janet Leininger, Principal Candace Tamposi and Len Leininger with some of the donated backpacks. (Right) Two little girls try out their new backpacks.

Spider-Man were big hits. “It was a thrill for me to hand out the backpacks. The big smiles of gratitude from parents and children were priceless,” said Milka Santos, Sacred Heart’s director of development. To learn more about Sacred Heart School admissions, call Sister Carolyn Dowd at (561) 582-2242.

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Dr. Randy Laurich To Lead Wellington Chamber President’s Circle Group

The Wellington Chamber of Commerce was honored to induct Dr. Randy Laurich of the Wellness Experience of Wellington to the President’s Circle at a luncheon on Aug. 26. In addition, the chamber announced his appointment to chief executive of the President’s Circle. He will be leading the charge in recruitment and special events for the chamber’s trustee level. Laurich has been practicing chiropractic wellness care since 1998, when he graduated from the Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic. Laurich’s special focus and passion is helping people change the patterns and habits that prevent their bodies from healing. His broad knowledge in diverse fields, including nutrition and exercise therapy, as well as his experience in personal growth and motivational leadership, allow Laurich to partner with each patient to help them achieve their desired health goals. Laurich is the immediate past president of the Wellington Chamber of Commerce, a member of the board of directors, past chairman of the Health & Wellness Committee

Dr. Randy Laurich and current chairman of the Future Business Leaders of Wellington. He has served as chairman and sponsor of Winterfest as well as seven Health & Wellness Expo events. Laurich and his wife, Lorraine, live in Wellington with their two children, Sophia and Hudson. The President’s Circle of the Wellington Chamber offers a unique opportunity to local business and community leaders and entrepreneurs. Laurich will be implementing a recruitment strategy kicking off his first event in the VIP tent at Winterfest 2015 on Nov. 28. For more information, call (561) 792-6525.

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Hawks Drop Opener To Pahokee After Rally Sputters

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report On Saturday, Aug. 29, the Seminole Ridge High School football team opened its regular season hosting Pahokee High School and fell short 25-14 to the Blue Devils. The game was originally to be played on Friday at Pahokee, but bad weather in Belle Glade forced a lightning delay that eventually led to the game being postponed and rescheduled for Saturday at Seminole Ridge’s Callery Judge Stadium.

The Hawks got off to a slow start with a couple of miscues, allowing Pahokee to score on its first two possessions and jump out to an early 12-0 lead by the end of the first quarter. Seminole Ridge was permitted only one possession nearly the entire first quarter. The Hawks only took seven plays from center on offense until the second quarter. Pahokee continued to roll going into the second quarter, with a 79-yard touchdown run off left tackle, taking an 18-0 lead.

Seminole Ridge receiver Ty Smith tries to elude a Pahokee corner back after a reception.

On the ensuing possession, Seminole Ridge went back to what the team does best — run the ball straight at you. The Hawks managed to chew up nearly six minutes off the clock, and capped an 80-yard drive with a Chase Johnston 1-yard touchdown run. Jared Tolbert’s kick helped close the gap to 18-7. “We just went back to what we

Hawk running back Justin Allie tries to drive through the Pahokee defense.

do best, to get that momentum,” Seminole Ridge coach Scott Barnwell said. The Hawks needed a key defensive stop to slow down the Blue Devils, and got just that. Forcing a fourth-and-five situation, Pahokee elected to convert, but a feisty Seminole Ridge defense denied the first down, and the Hawks were able to

close out the first half with some momentum. Seminole Ridge carried that energy into the second half, rallying on its first possession. On a crucial fourth-and-three decision, the Hawks put the ball in Johnston’s hands again, and this time he raced off for a 17-yard gain to keep the See HAWKS, page 31

On a fourth-and-five, running back Chase Johnston runs for a 17-yard gain. PHOTOS BY GENE NARDI/TOWN-CRIER

Broncos Fall Short Against Cobras To Open Season

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report The Palm Beach Central High School football squad hosted Park Vista High School in the regular-season opener Friday, Aug. 28, and fell short against the visiting Cobras 16-0. The game remained a nail-biter from start to finish in front of a packed Palm Beach Central home

crowd. The Park Vista defense would bend often but not break, as the Broncos surrendered several opportunities to punch into the end zone throughout the night. Park Vista scored with a 30-yard touchdown run and a 24-yard field goal going into the second quarter, giving the Cobras a 9-0 lead ending the first half. The second half started with the

Palm Beach Central linebacker Ben Panitz pursues the Park Vista running back.

Broncos driving into Park Vista territory often, but they failed to convert to points. Although the Broncos managed to put together 134 yards on the ground and nearly 100 yards in the air, four interceptions and a fumble kept the team out of the end zone. Midway through the third quarter, free safety Chris Fitzpatrick lept up

Bronco quarterback Jordan Travis rolls out to find an open receiver.

to grab a Park Vista pass and came down with a big interception to give the Broncos good field position after a 14-yard return. The turnover appeared to give Palm Beach Central the boost it needed, as the Broncos drove into the Park Vista red zone, but again came up short. The Bronco defense continued

to carry the weight of the attempted rally, forcing the Cobras to punt, giving Palm Beach Central yet another opportunity to close the gap with the game still at 9-0. Receiver Jose Calvo came in and answered for the Broncos when he reeled in a deep pass from quarterback Jordan Travis on a See BRONCOS, page 31

Palm Beach Central receiver Jose Calvo advances the ball after a big catch in the fourth quarter. PHOTOS BY GENE NARDI/TOWN-CRIER

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Young Tennis Player Wins National USTA Arthur Ashe Essay Contest

Tennis PALs recently announced that 9-year-old Kelly Mejia Solares has been named the national winner in her age division for the United States Tennis Association Arthur Ashe Essay Contest, sponsored by the National Junior Tennis & Learning Program. As the winner, Solares was awarded a trip for two to New York City and was a guest in the president’s suite at the 2015 Arthur Ashe Kids Day. In addition to airfare and accommodations at the Grand Hyatt NYC, her activities included a Broadway show, a special luncheon

in her honor hosted by former New York City Mayor David Dinkins and much more. Tennis PALs teaches children how to transcend their circumstances and transform their lives through tennis. In conjunction with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office and the Police Athletic League, the program teaches life skills, critical thinking skills and exposure to positive role models. Arthur Ashe, Charlie Pasarell and Palm Beach native Sheridan Snyder co-founded the National Junior Tennis & Learning Program.

Solares used her writing skills to tell how the Tennis PALs program has connected her with coaches and mentors. Solares is a student at the Delray-Boynton Beach campus, where the program has deeply impacted her life. “We are very proud of Kelly and the young woman she is becoming and we want to congratulate her and her parents and teachers for being committed to our program,” Executive Director Sonny Maken said. For more information, visit www. tennispalsfl.org.

Kelly Mejia Solares accepts her award from former NYC Mayor David Dinkins and other dignitaries.

World Tae Kwon Do Center Promotes Ten To Black Belts At Annual Testing

(Front row) Liam Rengstl, Xander Joros, Grandmaster Joo-Yul Oh, Master Gina Anacleto, Katherine Livingston, Landon Caballero and Joshua Davis; (back row) José Noriega, Mahtab Walters, Rameen Walters, Andrew Gates and Brandon Baker.

The World Tae Kwon Do Center in Lake Worth held its annual Black Belt presentation and belt graduation on Saturday, Aug. 22. Head instructor Master Gina Anacleto advanced 10 students to first degree black belt and higher after two days of testing to measure their physical and philosophical martial arts values. The center holds black belt testing only once a year. Rigorous preparation is required for participation and promotion. Over six hours, they must demonstrate proficiency in everything learned since white belt level, and perform in sparring, empty hand self-defense, pattern

movements and board breaking. A black belt candidate can spend more than five years training to prepare. The youngest started tae kwon do when they were five. Now Xander Joros, Katherine Livingston and Liam Rengstl are age 11. Some started later in life: the oldest, at age 60, professional engineer José Noriega, started studying martial arts in 1978. Mahtab Walters worked toward her first degree black belt for five years alongside her son, Rameen Walters, who earned his 3rd Dan degree this year. The Black Belt graduation ceremony was judged by Anacleto, a

5th degree black belt, and presided over by Grandmaster Joo-Yul Oh, 9th degree black belt. Promoted to black belt 1st degree were: Joshua Davis, Xander Joros, Katherine Livingston, José Noriega, Liam Rengstl, and Mahtab Walters. Promoted to black belt 2nd degree were Landon Caballero and Andrew Gates. Brandon Baker and Rameen Walters were promoted to black belt 3rd degree. World Tae Kwon Do Center is located at 6680 Lantana Road. For more info., call (561) 434-9700 or visit www.mytaekwondocenter. com.

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continued from page 29 drive alive before being dragged down out of bounds. The gain put the Hawks at the Pahokee 33-yard

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(Left) Hawk defensive back Shaquille Bussey covers a Pahokee receiver to force an incomplete pass. (Right) Seminole Ridge running back Joseph Schergen carries the ball for a first down against the Blue Devils. PHOTOS BY GENE NARDI/TOWN-CRIER

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continued from page 29 fourth-and-six play to the Park Vista 15-yard line. The rally was short-lived. The Cobras denied the Broncos by intercepting a pass in the end zone. Park Vista was able to sustain a drive and chipped away at the clock. Cobra quarterback John Smith connected with Camron Wickham for a 31yard touchdown pass on a crucial fourth-down play to extend the Park Vista lead to 16-0. With just three minutes left, the Broncos again began to drive, getting as close as the Cobras’ 31-yard line, but another interception proved costly for the Broncos, giving Park Vista the opportunity to seal the 16-0 win with another sustained drive, eating up the final minutes. Palm Beach Central is 0-1 on the season and will travel to play Vero Beach High School on Friday, Sept. 4 at 7 p.m.

Bronco running back Marvin Pierre runs to the outside for a big gain in the second half.

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Saturday, Sept. 5 • The West Palm Beach Antiques & Collectibles Show will return to the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center from Friday, Sept. 4 through Sunday, Sept. 6. For more info., visit www.wpbaf.com. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, Sept. 5 at 2 p.m. Experience a caffeinated collection of local talent, or bring your acoustic instruments and jam out while enjoying a hot cup of java. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Read a Book, Get a Dewey Buck” for ages 5 to 17 on Saturday, Sept. 5 at 2 p.m. In honor of Read a Book Day, come in and read. For every 15 minutes you read, you will earn a Dewey Buck, which can be used toward lowering library card fines or redeemed for a prize. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Lip Sync Battles for ages 12 to 17 on Saturday, Sept. 5 at 2:30 p.m. Practice showmanship and pretend to sing along to your favorite song while enjoying snacks. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • Wellington Ballet Theatre will present “Going Hollywood” at the Wellington High School theater on Saturday, Sept. 5 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 6 at 2 p.m. The production features music from a wide range of movies. Tickets start at $15. For more info., visit www.wellingtonballettheatre.org. Sunday, Sept. 6 • The Acreage Green Market will take place Sunday, Sept. 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Acreage Community Park (6701 140th Ave. North). For more info., visit www.acreagegreenmarket.com or call (561) 723-3898. • Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa (2863 S. State Road 7, Suite 300, Wellington), will hold its grand opening celebration on Sunday, Sept. 6 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more info., call (561) 221-6996 or visit www.handandstone. com/spa/store/Wellington. Monday, Sept. 7 • The September meeting of the Loxahatchee chapter of the Florida Trail Association will feature a Labor Day family ice cream social extravaganza on Monday, Sept. 7 at 7 p.m. at Okeeheelee Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd). For details, call Margaret Brabham at (561) 324-3543. Tuesday, Sept. 8 • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will introduce RPB Crazy 8’s Math Club for grades 3 to 5 on Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 9 a.m. The new math club will ignite your child’s math imagination. The club will meet Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. from Oct. 1 through Nov. 12. Parent or guardian participation is required to ensure maximum success. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Art for Adults: Introduction to Still Life Drawing on Tuesdays, Sept. 8 and Sept.

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22 at 2 p.m. Examine the elements of drawing actual objects, some found at the library. Develop the fundamentals of perspective, shadowing, proportions and balance. Graphite and various other media will be provided. Call (561) 7906030 to pre-register. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Kids Wii U Gaming & More for ages 7 to 12 on Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 3:30 p.m. Challenge yourself and your friends by playing Wii U games and fun board games. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Sit ’n’ Stitch for ages 9 and up on Tuesdays, Sept. 8 and Sept. 15 at 5 p.m. Learn crochet fundamentals and socialize while working on projects. Meet new people, and share ideas and knowledge with others who are just learning to crochet. Some materials will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • Watercolor artist Carol Z. Brody will be the featured demonstrator at the Wellington Art Society open house reception Tuesday, Sept. 8 at Bootz Culture Camp (420 State Road 7, Suite 120, Royal Palm Beach). A meet-and-greet reception with refreshments will begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by a member spotlight, a brief meeting and Brody’s demonstration. The evening will close with a fabulous raffle. For more info., visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org. • Wellington will host a K-Park Public Input Meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex (12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info. • The Mounts Botanical Garden (531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach) will begin its Book Discussion Series on Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 7 p.m. In partnership with the Palm Beach County Library System, this new series provides an opportunity for book and garden enthusiasts to meet together to experience exciting fiction and non-fiction titles related to all aspects of gardening and horticulture. The featured book in September will be Mister Owita’s Guide to Gardening by Carol Wall. For more info., call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org. Wednesday, Sept. 9 • The Wellington Garden Club will meet Wednesday, Sept. 9 at Village Park (11700 Pierson Road). A business meeting will start at 10:30 a.m., followed by lunch at 11:30 a.m. and a program by Dr. John Zahina-Ramos at 12:15 p.m. on the benefits of urban food gardens. RSVP to Jim Wenham at hammerx48@me.com. For more info., visit www.wellingtongardenclub. org. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host For Real Fairy Tales for ages 3 to 6 on Wednesday, Sept. 9 at 2:30 p.m. Don’t just listen to stories, become a part of them. Use costumes and props to act out battles with witches and giants, or become the villain and capture the princess or the knight. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive)

will host Pizza Chat for ages 12 to 17 on Wednesday, Sept. 9 at 6 p.m. Bring a book, comic, short story, magazine, fanfic or manga. Chat with the group about it while enjoying pizza and drinks. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Northern Palm Beach Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet Wednesday, Sept. 9 at the Embassy Suites Hotel (4350 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens) featuring presenter Jessica Sitomer, a longtime expert in business coaching, specializing in networking, branding and marketing. Networking will take place from 6 to 6:30 p.m., with the dinner and program immediately following. RSVP to Karen Dooley at (561) 543 5641 or Pat Key at (561) 283-9768. For more info., visit www. abwanpbflorida.org. Thursday, Sept. 10 • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Deaf & Hearing Resources on Thursday, Sept. 10 at 11 a.m. Staff from Deaf & Hearing Resources of Palm Beach County will host a presentation on better hearing and provide individual hearing screenings. They will also distribute high-quality, specialized phones and accessories to qualifying, permanent Florida residents with a certified hearing loss or speech impairment. Bring proof of residency to apply. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will hold a food truck invasion and free concert featuring Solid Brass on Thursday, Sept. 10 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Visit www. wellingtonfl.gov for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Scrabble for Adults on Thursday, Sept. 10 at 6:30 p.m. Join other Scrabble fans and enjoy a fun evening of word play. Basic game knowledge is required. Bring your own board if you have one. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Wellington Village Council will meet on Thursday, Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington

The Town-Crier Municipal Complex (12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Visit www.welllingtonfl.gov for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Anime Otaku Club for ages 12 to 17 on Thursday, Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. Hang out, watch anime and eat snacks while you talk with friends and fans about all the coolest stuff from Japan. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. Friday, Sept. 11 • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Ms. Beth’s Signing Time for ages 2 to 5 on Friday, Sept. 11 at 10:15 a.m. Join Beth Wagmeister from Deaf & Hearing Resources of Palm Beach County in an interactive learning experience that will enhance and expand your child’s communication skills in American Sign Language. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host the Under Construction Lego Crew for ages 7 to 12 on Friday, Sept. 11 at 3:30 p.m. Use Lego bricks to make fantastic creations. Work by yourself or as a team to bring building challenges to life. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Toddler Art Time on Friday, Sept. 11 at 4 p.m. Bring your little ones to this experiential art class designed just for tiny tyke artists. Dress to get messy. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • A 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony will be held Friday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Wellington Patriot Memorial (12198 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info. • The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a free screening of Sleeping Beauty on Friday, Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov 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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