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PERMIT CHANGES GET PZA BOARD’S OK SEE STORY, PAGE 3

ITID CANDIDATES ON DRAINAGE ISSUES SEE STORY, PAGE 7

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Wellington Inks Policy On Accommodating Disabled Residents

Volume 35, Number 40 October 3 - October 9, 2014

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ELBRIDGE GALE BEAUTIFICATION

The Wellington Village Council agreed last week to try to make it easier for people with disabilities to request reasonable accommodations so they can participate in meetings and examine public records.

Village Attorney Laurie Cohen explained that the ordinance was developed to provide accommodations to anyone who might need an exception to a particular village rule, policy or procedure. Page 3

Workshop Teaches Teens All About ‘Smart Driving’

Bridgestone presented its “Teens Drive Smart” driving experience workshop Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 27 and 28 at the South Florida Fairgrounds.

The event featured hands-on training for attendees, teaching them how to care for a car, how to avoid dangerous situations and about the distractions of texting and driving. Page 9

Wellington’s Murder Mystery Dinner Theater Visits The Speakeasy

The Village of Wellington presented its mystery dinner theater production “Murder at the Speakeasy” on Saturday, Sept. 27 at the Wellington Community Center. The interactive event provided another fun evening of entertainment and wild Prohibition-era outfits. Page 19

OPINION Get Involved: October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

For nearly 30 years, October has been recognized as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This annual observance is a lifesaving exercise in awareness through visibility and education. National Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a chance to raise awareness about the importance of early detection of breast cancer. Spread the word about mammograms and get involved in the cause. Page 4 DEPARTMENT INDEX NEWS................................. 3 - 9 OPINION.................................. 4 CRIME NEWS.......................... 6 NEWS BRIEFS......................... 8 PEOPLE................................. 13 SCHOOLS.............................. 14 COLUMNS...................... 16, 23 BUSINESS......................24 - 25 SPORTS..........................29 - 31 CALENDAR............................ 32 CLASSIFIEDS.................33 - 37 Visit Us On The Web At WWW.GOTOWNCRIER.COM

Elbridge Gale Elementary School observed the National Green Apple Day of Service on Saturday, Sept. 27. Volunteers joined in the school’s landscape cleanup efforts, made possible by grants from the American Heart Association and Pratt & Whitney. New plants were installed, existing plants trimmed, flowerbeds mulched and bird houses cleaned out. Shown here are Gabriella Nunez, Laura Norris, McKenna Wickers, Gabriella Gutierrez and Gianna Garcia from Girl Scout Troop 20257 with plants waiting to be planted. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 19 PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

PBSO Experts Detail Trends In The World Of Illegal Drugs

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report Two narcotics officers with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office spoke about the changing and ever-dangerous world of illegal drugs at the Thursday, Sept.

25 meeting of the Loxahatchee Groves Landowners’Association.

PBSO Lt. Dennis St. Cyr, joined by longtime Narcotics Division Agent Aron Vento, said his team had raided four marijuana grow houses that morning in a trailer park.

“Just when you thought marijuana grows were the worst thing that could happen, we now have other labs, meth labs, that we’re starting to see in the county,” St. Cyr said. “They are even worse than marijuana grows. We have not seen any out here yet, but it’s a matter of time.”

In the past, most of the marijuana grow houses were in rural areas, such as Loxahatchee Groves.

“What we’re seeing now, the trend is they’re moving into mobile homes,” he said. “The four

search warrants that we did this morning were all in the same mobile home park.”

St. Cyr said the trend is toward mobile homes now because before the housing downturn, buyers did not have to prove their income.

“These guys were snatching up homes left and right,” he said.

“It wasn’t costing them anything because they had nothing invested in it. They had no problem turning a huge, four-bedroom house into a grow house. Now that everything has tightened up, it’s not cost-effective for them to rent or purchase a four-bedroom house.”

Vento, a Loxahatchee resident who teaches officers throughout the state about grow houses, said he did not want to debate whether marijuana should be legal but, rather, to focus on the criminal aspects and repercussions of grow houses on communities.

“Things have changed over the years. I’ve spent the last 14 years undercover, and I actually started hitting grow houses in 2001 out here,” Vento said.

As a road patrol deputy in the mid-1990s, he remembers being assigned to the midnight shift.

“There were no lights,” he said.

“I remember driving, and I hear gunshots. It was a change for me.

I’m from Boynton, so it’s a little different, but I’ve always said, ‘This place is awesome. I want to live out here one day.’”

His early experiences with grow houses were more random responses from neighbors’ complaints.

“We weren’t actually investigating,” Vento said. “We were actually getting called out to them because they would either catch on fire or a burglary happened and somebody called it in, and it ended up not being a burglary, but a home invasion.”

At the time, seeing large homes converted to grow houses was an anomaly.

“They were four- and fivebedroom homes, beautiful, and you go inside and the walls are gone,” he said. “The whole inside See DRUGS, page 17

Wellington Ed Board Pleased

By Grant Program’s First Year

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Education Committee approved another round of $25,000 grants to the village’s 11 elementary, middle and high schools Monday. It also approved a new policy to allow schools with money remaining from the previous year’s grant to roll it over to the next year.

Community Services Director James Poag gave an update on the grant program and recommended that the remaining money be allowed to stay with the schools, rather than be returned to the village.

“In this summary, it explains that two Wellington elementary schools received B ratings,” he said. “All other elementary and middle schools were A-rated, according to the 2014 preliminary grades. One of the elementary

schools moved from a B grade to an A grade.”

Poag said that performance gains for the lowest 25 percent, which is the primary goal of the grants, accounted for 200 of the total possible 800 points in determining the grade for elementary and middle schools.

He explained that the Wellington Village Council had approved a resolution giving the Wellington Education Committee authority to administer and monitor the grants to ensure that proper reporting is being done. As it stands, money not allocated by May 31 must be returned to the village.

“I recommend that this committee make a motion to allow the schools to use the unencumbered funds to begin programs for the upcoming year,” Poag said. “This will require an amendment to the current grant guidelines, which

must be done through a council resolution.”

Poag suggested that the committee refine its definition of “nonconsumable” and “consumable” items, explaining that a question had been raised whether computers, including laptops and iPads, should be considered consumable.

Items such as workbooks intended to be marked in, pencils, crayons and work paper are considered consumable, and spending grant money on such items is not permitted.

Poag also recommended that the schools, with help from the area superintendent, develop a uniform method of reporting expenditures to the village. However, some committee members did not favor that approach, at least for the coming year.

Board Member Theresa VenSee GRANTS, page 7

Hart: PBSO Seeks To Reduce Juvenile Crime, Accidents, Golf Cart Thefts

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report Reducing juvenile crime in Wellington, reducing traffic accidents and improving equestrian safety were among the primary goals outlined by Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office District 8 Capt.

Jay Hart in his 2015 overview presentation to the Wellington Village Council last week.

At the Sept. 23 meeting, Hart said his department had arrived at four goals and objectives that the deputies discussed and decided would be their priority for the coming fiscal year.

“The first would be crime prevention for juveniles,” he said, explaining that juveniles account for about 20 percent of all crime in Wellington.

As a result, PBSO officials came up with what they feel is a realistic plan to suppress juvenile crime.

“We can’t predict when little

Johnnie is going to sneak out the window and go out and break into cars, so, what we’ve done in the past, and will continue to do, is assign a deputy to the juveniles on probation,” Hart said. “We know that these kids have already broken the law. We know they’ve already been arrested, and we’ve already been effective with this in the past. So, when they are on probation, and the judge gives them a curfew of 6 p.m., our deputy is knocking on their door at 6:15 p.m. If they’re not home, they go to jail.”

Hart said the PBSO has little control over the rest of the juvenile population, but at least they know the population that has been arrested previously.

“We’re going to watch, and we’re going to make sure that they adhere to the law,” he said. “Our goal is to actually reduce juvenile See PBSO PLANS, page 4

KCF FAMILY SOCIAL

The Kids Cancer Foundation held a family social Sunday, Sept.

28 at Palms Stables in Wellington. Held in recognition of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, the event featured bounce houses, face painting, crafts, pony rides and more. Shown here are volunteers at the craft table. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 5 PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Latest FEMA Maps Good For Wellington

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report Wellington officials have been working hard behind the scenes to remedy the outdated calculations that led to the first draft of the controversial Federal Emergency Management Agency flood maps released last year.

Village Engineer Bill Riebe updated the Town-Crier this week on some of the actions taken by Wellington regarding the FEMA flood maps.

FEMA is updating its flood maps for all of Palm Beach County, and Wellington is included in those updates.

“When FEMA came out with the initial preliminary maps in 2013, it didn’t really account for the improvements, developments and so on, since they were last updated roughly 20 years ago,” Riebe said. “For that reason, and a host of other assumptions, the information that they had at their disposal was not accurate.”

In the draft maps, the majority of Wellington was categorized as a high-hazard flood zone. The categories are based on the probability of a flood over the course

of 100 years, commonly known as the 100-year floodplain.

“It has a 1 percent probability of occurrence within any given year, based on how many inches of rain you get within a prescribed period of time,” Riebe explained. “We looked at those maps, and, because of the impact, it was significant and it was village-wide. We made a conscious decision to go out and get better information and provide that to FEMA.” FEMA’s revised maps, published in August, reflect updated data, categorizing most structures in Wellington as being within Zone X, a zone with far less of a flood hazard. “That has big implications for flood insurance,” Riebe said.

“If you’re within a high-hazard flood zone, especially if you have a mortgage, you’re required to carry flood insurance. If you’re outside the high-hazard flood zone, then you’re not required to carry flood insurance. But again, that’s up to each individual property owner, because there is rainfall, or storm events, that exceed that 1 percent probability.”

Though the risk of flooding is See FEMA, page 17

Wellington Green Market Opens New Season Oct. 18

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report The popular Wellington Green Market returns Saturday, Oct. 18 with more locally grown and harvested vegetables than ever before.

The market will take place Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex (12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.).

Fresh fruits, vegetables, snacks and treats can be found in abundance at the ever-growing market.

Organizer Peter Robinson estimates that there will be 40 to 50 vendors this year, which is more than in the past.

“The scale is increasing in

size. It’s going to have a stronger presence than it has ever had,” Robinson said, due in part to changes to the Cottage Law. “I have incredible bakeries, and the Cottage Law — which allows you to legally bake in your home — has brought out some amazing people with amazing products like homemade pies and cookies and that sort of thing.”

Visitors are treated to specially made fresh goods such as tortillas, sweet Caribbean bread and more.

“We’re going to have NK Lago Farms with bananas and plantains, plus the plants,” he said. “Later in the season they’ll have mul-

ticolored beets and broccoli and cauliflower, all grown in Palm Beach County.”

Abundant free parking is available, and the location provides a great atmosphere for bringing along a dog. Homemade dog treats are available, with plenty of healthy snacks and refreshments for humans as well.

Some previous produce and products include plants, herbs, seafood, waffles, doughnuts, coffee, lemonade, peppers, carrots, bananas, okra, beans, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, strawberries, eggplants, radishes and more.

Local crafters bring specialty

soaps, lawn ornaments, candles, cosmetics and other goods to the market.

Many unique features set the Wellington Green Market apart from the typical farmer’s market.

However, there is one feature that only Wellington’s market can claim. “It has the most locally grown vegetables of any market in Palm Beach County with the grower in the market,” Robinson said.

Regardless of the weather, the market is going to be open. “We’re there rain or shine,” he said. “The vegetables keep growing.”

Opening day will hold a special

audio treat for visitors. Calypso and reggae recording artist Dymin, from Belize, will be playing live Saturday, Oct. 18.

Across from the market is the Wellington Amphitheater and Scott’s Place playground, making the market a convenient location for a family outing or picnic after shopping for fresh goods.

Vendors are encouraged to reserve a spot prior to Monday, Oct. 13.

For more information, call Robinson at (561) 283-3100 or visit www.wellingtongreenmarket.com or www.facebook.com/wellington greenmarket.

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Wellington Zoners OK Changes To Equestrian Event Permits

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board recommended approval Wednesday of amendments for seasonal equestrian permits that would level the field for events held outside the equestrian preserve area.

Planning & Development Services Director Tim Stillings described the proposed changes to permit review procedures.

“The intent of the changes is to ensure that the permitting section addresses all equestrian competitions,” he said. “It references only equestrian shows, and we want to make sure that it includes all of the competitions.”

The amendments also would

change the thresholds from what is now required to obtain a permit, and will need approval by the Wellington Village Council to take effect.

“The current regulations only allow the equestrian permits within the equestrian overlay zoning district (EOZD),” he said. “We have a number of equestrian events and activities that do happen outside the EOZD. We want to try to apply the same permit to all equestrian activities, regardless of where they are in the village, rather than have those within the EOZD obtaining this type of permit and those outside obtain what was just a special general-use permit.”

Under the current approval process, permits for two or fewer

events, with each of those lasting four days or less, would require administrative approval, and events more than four days long, or involving more than two events, would go to the council for approval.

Stillings said the code currently permits the shows in land uses designated as commercial recreation, anywhere that is designated for equestrian use on a planned unit development master plan, or zoned for commercial equestrian uses.

“The review of that was that it was not very well-defined in terms of where those could be,” he said.

“In fact, by our code, any equestrian property greater than 5 acres can have a commercial stable, so

Wellington Establishes Policy To Accommodate The Disabled

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Village Council agreed last week to try to make it easier for people with disabilities to request reasonable accommodations so they can participate in meetings and examine public records.

At the Sept. 23 meeting, Village Attorney Laurie Cohen explained that the ordinance was developed to provide accommodations to anyone who might need an exception to a particular village rule, policy or procedure.

She explained that the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Federal Housing Administration require the village to provide reasonable accommodation if it is requested by a disabled person.

Cohen said there had been some discussion at the council’s agenda review meeting whether collecting records of persons with disabilities would trigger rules under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and she said the village is subject to HIPAA if it is a provider of healthcare (which it is not) or the sponsor of a healthcare plan (which it is).

“We are subject to HIPAA with respect to our employees and medical records that are provided to our healthcare coordinator, but with respect to reasonable accommodation in any medical documents that might support that, they

are not subject to HIPAA because we are deemed a covered entity under the statute,” Cohen said.

She explained that there had also been discussion about privacy concerns, and pointed out that Florida’s public records law is pretty broad and that she couldn’t find any exceptions under Florida law so far with respect to those records. In looking at the HIPAA law, however, she found that whenever there is conflict with state law, HIPAA prevails.

“I think it’s a good procedure,” Cohen said. “It balances the needs of the disabled individual with the needs of the community.”

Mayor Bob Margolis pointed out that the village attempts to meet the needs of the hearingimpaired by providing listening devices. “We do have headsets available that they can just put on,” he said.

Cohen said the village should post notices about the availability of listening devices somewhere so individuals can take advantage of that.

Councilwoman Anne Gerwig said she was glad to see a policy being established. She pointed out that the proposed ordinance does not imply that the village did not already accommodate people with disabilities.

Cohen said the village actually did not have a formally adopted policy.

“We have given reasonable accommodations in the past,” she said. “We are required to do so, and this just kind of formalizes it and lays out the process so that it can be applied to anybody who comes in and requests that accommodation. We are comfortable with that policy.”

Councilman Howard Coates made a motion to approve preliminary reading of the ordinance, which carried 5-0.

In other business, the council approved a request to re-plat the 139-acre Valiente Polo property located in the northeast portion of the Wellington Polo Preserve, also known as Section 34.

The item was pulled from the consent agenda in order for Coates to recuse himself. Gerwig also ended up recusing herself, explaining that her engineering firm worked on the gates for the project.

Village Engineer Bill Riebe said the resolution to be adopted was a revision of an existing plat for the site, just east of 50th Street South and south of 120th Avenue South.

The owners of the property are J-5 Wellington Preserve LLC. “What this does is it creates a large tract of land,” Riebe said.

“They do retain a lot of the lots in there, so they have the development rights. All of the easements, the rights-of-way and so on are all See RE-PLAT, page 4

effectively those properties are zoned for commercial stabling, so I wanted to address that element of the code.”

Stillings also pointed out that ancillary uses outside the EOZD, such as for stabling tents, were in conflict with regulations within the EOZD, and recommended adopting the EOZD regulations for all areas.

The amendments were approved by the Equestrian Preserve Committee on Sept. 10.

Working with the Equestrian Preserve Committee, village staff came up with a tiered system to determine the threshold for permitting, as well as some additional criteria to determine that threshold for the different types of permits.

The first type, which would not require a permit, would allow a maximum number of show days to be one per week up to 12 per year with a maximum of 50 competitors and attendance of 100, with no vendors or entertainment.

“The idea there is that these are very low-impact events,” Stillings said. “These are shows that have historically occurred in the equestrian community, and the equestrians felt that it was something that they wanted to continue to support and allow without the oversight of the village government.”

The second tier, which would require administrative approval, was separated into two sub-tiers by the Equestrian Preserve Committee so it would not hinder

previous events that have gone on historically.

“There are differences for those outside the EOZD because the idea there is that those properties are not or were never intended for equestrian uses,” he said. “Those are some of the golf course areas and other open spaces that we have outside the EOZD, where occasional equestrian uses occur, such as some stick-and-ball activities or polo matches and other entertainment.”

The first sub-tier would be for two events per week or competition with a maximum of 12 events per year, no more than 75 entries, and no more than 100 spectators and four vendors. The second subSee PZA BOARD, page 17

PUMPKINS ARRIVE AT ST. PETER’S

This year’s supply of pumpkins arrived at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church last Sunday to stock the church’s popular pumpkin patch. The church, located at 12200 W. Forest Hill Blvd. in Wellington, will celebrate the season at its Fall Community Harvest Fest this Saturday, Oct. 4, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Clockwise from above) Volunteers unload pumpkins from the truck; volunteers pose for a picture; and Rebecca Kahn of Royal Palm Beach carries a big pumpkin into the patch.

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Join The Fight: October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

For nearly 30 years, October has been recognized as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This annual observance is a lifesaving exercise in awareness through visibility and education.

About 1 in 8 women born today in the United States will get breast cancer at some point in their lifetime, but the good news is that most women can survive breast cancer if it’s found and treated early. That is why doing regular self exams and annual mammograms — the most common screening test for breast cancer — are so important.

Throughout October, a number of organizations will be hosting events and fundraisers.

Chief among them is the American Cancer Society’s annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk, which this year is set for Saturday, Oct. 18 at the Meyer Amphitheatre in downtown West Palm Beach.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, which draws millions of participants each year at walks all across the nation, has been run by the American Cancer Society since 1993. For more than 20 years, the event has galvanized communities into raising money to support local programs and finding better treatments and an eventual cure for the disease.

Everyone is touched by breast cancer in some way, whether personally or having a family

member, friend, neighbor or colleague suffer from it. Making Strides is a way to empower people to not only fight back against the disease, but join together to support survivors and those who are still struggling.

There are also many other groups supporting breast cancer patients and survivors here in the western communities. Your Bosom Buddies II, a breast cancer support group, meets the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at Palms West Hospital. The group is open to everyone and there is no membership fee or need to RSVP. Learn more about the group at www.yourbosombuddies2.org.

Palms West Hospital has organized a entire women’s health seminar series to coincide with National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, leading up to the hospital’s big Pink Fling event on Wednesday, Oct. 29. Learn more at www.palmswesthospital.com/pinkfling.

Then, of course, there is the ever-growing list of stores and restaurants that support the fight against breast cancer with special promotions each October. National Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a chance to raise awareness about the importance of early detection of breast cancer. Do your part to make a difference. Spread the word about mammograms and get involved in the cause.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR BCC Must Listen To The People

Thank goodness for Commissioner Jess Santamaria and Vice Mayor Paulette Burdick. It seems that honest government is still needed on the Board of County Commissioners. We, as voters, will remember those of you who did not represent us when you were asked to consider our wishes.

Instead, you listened to someone who promised you a reward for your loyalty. When do we permit the likes of Commissioner Shelley Vana and Mayor Priscilla Taylor to speak for the residents? These people have no clue about life in our area. If they did, they would think about the concerns of the people who live here. Minto may build, but “will they come?”

Kay W. Brown Wellington

Chamber Lost And Found

I am asking my friends, neighbors and business associates who live, work, learn and play in the western communities to help me in my “call to action” to revive what is now called the Central Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce.

Indeed, the chamber, still called by many by its former name, the Palms West Chamber of Commerce, had served our region well for more than a quarter-century and was an important part of our business and personal lives.

I moved to the western communities in 1999, and the first thing I did as a business person was join this chamber. It was an organization constituted of local business and community leaders bound together to help each other succeed in business and to provide goods and services to the community while helping the western communities grow and become a major regional economic and social force.

I joined under the leadership of the hardworking and dedicated Executive Director Vivian Palmer, along with her small leadership team and a board of directors made up of local business leaders and lots of dedicated members and volunteers. The presidents were business and professional leaders such as Dennis Witkowski, Jess

Santamaria, Joanna Boynton, Burt Smith, Silvia Garcia, Mike Sexton and John Spillane. Just think about such great community events like WestFest, SalsaFest, Taste of the West, monthly luncheons and mixers held at local venues designed to bring our communities together while simultaneously helping local businesses spread the word of what our region and our members have to offer.

We aggressively worked together to advocate for economic growth while preserving our unique way of life. Vivian Palmer left, but her legacy continued, which we can all appreciate. Jaene Miranda came aboard with new enthusiasm, ideas, events and growth. She did a great job leading our not-for-profit organization and left the chamber in excellent position to continue its quite remarkable pattern of growth.

Some personal thoughts cry out for an airing!

I feel that we grew too large and remote from our base in terms of numbers, diversity, geography and interests. Our small, highly effective group of paid employees has gone up and down. The number of members serving as volunteers and providing goods and services has varied sharply as well.

Now we have another CEO, Wayne Burns. He may have come in with good intentions, but our regional chamber of commerce is fast becoming unrecognizable.

Most of the old staff is gone; the chamber office does not have a warm, welcoming “feel” and is kept locked, even during business hours. Business-to-business and business-to-customer events are down. Staff is down, but payroll is up, and now members are asked to pay in order to serve on the board of directors, even more to serve as an executive board member.

Readers may remember that it is but a few years since the chamber’s new headquarters building opened in Loxahatchee Groves.

There is already a rumbling about the sale of this very attractive, highly practical facility — with the chamber leasing space elsewhere.

We must stop the possibility before it gets a start!

This is not the chamber I joined, comprised of local hardworking employees, members, boards of directors and officers. It now feels more like a faceless corporate

entity under which one must buy his or her way on to the board of directors rather than working one’s way up with sweat equity and dedication.

Please help restore our people’s chamber before it is too late!

Keith Jordano The Acreage

Corruption, Greed And Democracy

Civics at its best could be demonstrated at Commissioner Jess Santamaria’s latest public forum at the original Wellington Mall. The driving and contradicting forces of our society, greed, with corruption in its wake, and the will of the people, stood in the middle of the discussion. Two guest speakers provided insights into what is wrong with the current planning in the western communities of Palm Beach County.

The first was Charles Pattison, representative of 1000 Friends of Florida (www.1000friendsofflorida.org), the second was Sal Faso, the representative of the North County Neighborhood Coalition (www.ncncpb.org), a loose organization of 17 homeowner master associations.

Pattison criticized the Board of County Commissioners for not taking into account what the traffic planners are warning about. There is just not enough road infrastructure available to support 40,000 to 60,000 new residents and businesses in the western parts of the county, nor is a remedy in sight or in planning.

The same is true for the increased demand for fresh water and for drainage. Pattison described his group, which has 3,500 members statewide, as being successful in litigation against illegal planning and developments. One of those litigations was the case of Mecca Farms, which cost the county more than $100 million without the legal fees. Another was a development in Martin County where the judge ruled the destruction of the already built houses.

Faso, a resident of Ibis, made the point that the developments are not only local, but they affect the whole region. Therefore any criticism, or action against them, has to take the whole region into

consideration. He also pointed out that decision makers almost never go to investigate the issues at the locations in question. His group is convinced that with a greater network of concerned citizens and associations, it will be possible to influence the officials in their votes.

Speakers out of the audience made important contributions to the discussion. Alan Ballweg and Pattison agreed to join forces to calculate how much necessary road improvements would cost for each taxpayer beyond the already admitted $170 million. Other activists said that currently the county is already $1.9 billion in the red. It is of utmost importance to go to the official meetings, to get informed and to show presence.

Information is available at two web sites — www.notominto.com and www.alertsofpbc.com — with regard to all new developments (Highland Dunes, GL, Avenir and Minto West in particular).

Two residents of Century Village and a veteran involved with PTSD cases described how their concerns are simply ignored. No official listens to the needs of the people. The voters should start referenda in order to change election procedures, and they should elect different people into office.

All commissioners should be elected by the whole county. The separation in various districts leads to the disregard of the needs in the districts that are not the ones the commissioners are on the ballot.

Michelle Santamaria, a candidate for the county commission in District 6, stressed the need to discuss the issues with young people and with the ones who see in these developments a good thing.

Jess Santamaria had some insights to share. He made his money being a developer himself for more than 30 years, but he never tried to change the pre-approved zoning requirements, which is more than common with his competitors. As a commissioner, he has to spend 75 percent of his time talking or to deal with developers or other lobbyists. Most developers are seeking extra profits, profits that extend the usual margins between costs and returns. He agreed with the previous speakers that it is necessary to make sure the will of the people will prevail over the greed of so many unethical

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continued from page 1 arrests by 5 percent by keeping an eye on them.”

Another top priority is traffic safety.

“We talk a lot about traffic here in Wellington,” Hart said. “We know that it is an issue. It’s an issue typically during the equestrian season when the population increases slightly.”

For the past six years, Wellington has typically seen about 2.2 crashes per 100 residents.

“Our goal is to keep it below 2.2 for fiscal year 2015,” Hart said.

“To achieve that, we’re going to conduct more than 8,000 traffic stops. That’s approximately 657 traffic stops per month or 21 per day.”

Presently, about half of the traffic stops in Wellington result in warnings, and the other half end in tickets being issued.

“We feel we’re pretty fair about warning people and educating them,” Hart said. “That’s what

traffic stops are all about, education, so we’ve been educating our residents quite frequently.”

Councilman Matt Willhite suggested that the PBSO identify specific locations or intersections where there have been issues, mentioning the junction of Stribling Way and Fairlane Farms Road as a case in point. Council members have discussed installing a traffic light there.

“We hear the numbers, we all agree we want to lower them, but tell me where we need to lower then potentially,” Willhite said. “If traffic instances at Stribling and Fairlane Farms are an issue, we need to budget that.”

Hart said he can go back and see how many accidents have actually happened at that intersection. “If there is an inordinate number of accidents at that intersection, we may look at a light to control that,” he said.

Hart added that because of the large amount of parking at shopping areas, many accidents happen when people are backing up, which contributes to the rate.

Hart has also set a goal to continue to reduce the property crime

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rate. Property crimes were down 4.2 percent during 2013.

“We’re tracking this year to be down again, which would make it the fifth year in a row that property crime has come down,” Hart said. “Thanks to the council, we have three detectives now and a detective sergeant. The goal is to track, detect and investigate property crimes completely, and to also have our deputies on the road track and actually investigate their own crimes, so not everything is being pushed over to the detectives.”

The goal is to keep property crimes below 1,000, which has been done for the last several years, and have 10 percent of burglaries cleared by detectives.

On the topic of equestrian safety, Hart said the most widespread crime in the equestrian community has been the theft of golf carts.

“That is a stolen vehicle, so that does contribute to our stolen vehicles, even though it’s a golf cart,” he said. “We’d like to educate them. We’d like to get into that community when they come down, and maybe pass out some fliers. Unfortunately, it’s a tough BARRY S. MANNING Publisher JODY GORRAN Associate Publisher

situation. Last year, our stolen golf carts did go down slightly, but we’d like to have actually zero stolen golf carts.”

Hart said that District 8 also plans some extra patrols in the community, and possibly a program whereby golf cart owners can put some identifying mark on their cart so that deputies can at least identify the cart after they’ve recovered it.

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Councilman Matt Willhite asked whether the resolution takes into account the setbacks established on the eastern portion of the property, as approved by the Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board, and Riebe said it accounts for all legal easements, whether they are landscape buffers, easements or setbacks.

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investors and corrupt politicians.

Even if the Office of the Inspector General is fully funded, the crooks need to be exposed by concerned citizens. That’s what democracy is all about. Jess stressed the importance of two dates: Oct. 29 will be the county commission meeting for the final vote on Minto West, and Nov. 4 is the general election.

He thinks the more people who attend the county commission meeting the better.

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Pay Attention To The Comp Plan

Should county commissioners force taxpayers to pay for developer’s ideas for a population explosion in western Palm Beach County?

Minto knowingly bought enclave-limited land in the center of the central western communities and county government has an award-winning Comprehensive Land Use Plan public policy, resolutions from surrounding communities and petitions from affected residents to support enclave limits and oppose known impacts.

So, why did five “public servants” (whom the affected voters can’t elect) give Minto gifts of more population and taxpayer-funded infrastructure than the public planned to pay for and set legal precedence for big sugar and other landowners to get the same?

The longstanding “Eastward Ho” initiative, the Urban Service Area boundary and comprehensive plans of the people of the central western communities and surrounding cities are killed, and developer’s plans can become law overnight?

The people of Palm Beach County must know the costs and impacts of this drastic change to county law and planning. Water supplies, farming and built and natural environments must be

protected to support future generations. “Open space” must be in legal perpetuity as in pre-established linked conservation easements for new and existing systems of the Northern Everglades Natural Areas (NENA). Public servants must obey the public.

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Honor Local Works Day Oct. 3

Dial 911 and help will arrive.

Turn on the faucet and clean water flows. Flush the toilet and waste disappears.

Local government and its private sector partners offer tremendous value to Florida’s taxpayers.

Public safety, clean water, roads and bridges, sanitation, parks and recreation, and libraries are just a few of the services we sometimes take for granted.

And local governments are an economic driver, spending billions of dollars each year in the private sector; money that supports Florida companies, shareholders and employees. Business and local government working together is also the most productive path to economic development and job creation.

Florida Business Watch is a trade association of private sector government contractors and a proud member of the Florida Local Government Coalition, which is raising awareness of city and county services that affect our daily lives through Local Works Day on Oct. 3.

Florida’s quality of life is not an accident — local governments, their private sector partners and dedicated staffs make the difference.

Please take a moment to celebrate the trusted services that help us all through each and every day.

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PBC Homeless Coalition Fundraiser Set For Oct. 6

On Monday, Oct. 6, the Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County will be hosting “Beds & Bowls 2014 Safari: The Hunt for Shelter.”

The annual event raises money to provide beds and pantry items for formerly homeless individuals and families who are moving into

permanent housing. The event will be held at Blue Front BBQ in Lake Worth (1132 N. Dixie Hwy., Lake Worth), from 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Tickets to the event can be purchased for $36 online at www. homelesscoalitionpbc.org or call (561) 308-6880 for more information.

about the process followed by the developer. “I’ve heard a lot of good things about how [this was] submitted,” Greene said.

“This is a big project,” Riebe said. “This is a very significant project down in what we commonly call Section 34… a beautiful development. The applicant is expending an enormous amount of money and resources.”

He complimented the developers, saying their staff has been professional despite having to work through the plans with the village.

“There are always issues as you work through on a project, but overall it has been a very good

project, and I think it will be a very good thing for Wellington,” Riebe said.

Greene said he brought up the topic because he wanted to make it clear that the village has a cooperative staff.

“We have people who, when they do things the right way, they are able to come in, put projects in front of us, and we get things done,” Greene said. “We’ve got a staff that is willing to cooperate, and I just want to say thank you to you and all the other members who were part of this process.”

Greene made a motion to approve the resolution, which carried 3-0.

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PLENTY OF HORSEY FUN AT PALMS STABLES’ CANCER FOUNDATION SOCIAL

The Kids Cancer Foundation held a family social Sunday, Sept. 28 at Palms Stables in Wellington. Held in recognition of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, the event featured bounce houses, face painting, crafts, pony rides, a mechanical bull and more. In addition, a DJ provided music for kids to dance to, the Children’s Acting Singing Troupe (CAST) singers performed, and there was a barbecue buffet.

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Malik Lumb on Coco with Jeriame Skensinger and Stephanie Santiago.

Max McClimans rides a mechanical bull.

CAST singers Amelie Ogg, Carianne Tummino, Jade Master, Demi Master and Lauren Galin.

Manda (holding Sydney) and Mike Galin with Andrew Dawson and Barbara Hollender.

WPTV NewsChannel 5 anchor Roxanne Stein with her horse, Bamboo.

WELLINGTON LACROSSE HOLDS BENEFIT GOLF TOURNEY AT MADISON GREEN

The Wellington Lacrosse Golf Tournament took place Sunday, Sept. 28 at the Madison Green Golf Club in Royal Palm Beach. After a morning on the greens, awards were given out during a buffet lunch. The event was held to raise money for the Wellington High School boys lacrosse program scholarships.

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CRIME NEWS

Halloween Season Brings Deputies To RPB Costume Store

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report SEPT. 27 — A deputy from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office substation in Royal Palm Beach was called to the Spirit Halloween store on State Road 7 last Saturday night regarding a case of shoplifting. According to a PBSO report, between 7:30 and 8 p.m., an employee observed two women run out of the store with three costumes worth approximately $100. The employee contacted other local stores to warn them. According to the report, approximately an hour later, the store was notified that females matching the provided description were at the Okeechobee store acting suspiciously. Deputies returned Monday afternoon to the Spirit Halloween store on SR 7 regarding a counterfeit currency incident. According to that PBSO report, a black male attempted to buy a clown mask with a $100 counterfeit bill. When the victim examined the fake currency, the subject fled the store and ran toward a newer model Chevrolet, leaving southbound on SR 7.

••• SEPT. 19 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was called Friday, Sept. 19 to a liquor store on Southern Blvd. regarding a shoplifting incident.

According to a PBSO report, a store employee witnessed a white male, age 35 to 40, walk past all points of purchase with a basket with five bottles of expensive liquor, valued at $225.95, before exiting the building, jumping into a vehicle and fleeing the scene.

SEPT. 24 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation was called to a home on 61st Street North last Wednesday morning regarding a stolen vehicle. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 2 p.m. last Tuesday and 7 a.m. Wednesday, the victim’s 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 truck, attached to a Wells Cargo trailer containing numerous pieces of lawn service equipment, was removed from his property.

According to the report, the victim did not give anyone permission to remove the vehicle from his property.

SEPT. 25 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was called to the Chevron gas station on Southern Blvd. early last Thursday morning regarding a robbery. According to a PBSO report, an unknown black male came in the front door while the clerk was mopping and indicated that he was carrying a weapon. According to the report, the man told the clerk to give him money from the register.

Once acquiring the money, he left the store and fled. Video of the incident was available.

SEPT. 25 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation was called to a home on Murcott Blvd. last Thursday afternoon regarding a vehicle burglary. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 10 p.m. last Wednesday and 3 p.m.

Thursday, the victim’s vehicle had been burglarized. According to the report, the victim had left the gate to her property open and her vehicle unlocked. When she returned to her vehicle, a 2007 Chevrolet suburban, she discovered that her camera, a Nikon D5100 valued at $800, was not in the vehicle.

Confirmation with the victim’s husband confirmed that the camera was not in the vehicle when he left with it in the morning. According to the report, the vehicle did not show any signs of forced entry.

SEPT. 26 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation was called to a home on Tangerine Blvd. early last Friday morning regarding a residential burglary in progress. According to a PBSO report, at 4:34 a.m., deputies arrived at the scene. According to the report, the victim noticed an unknown man, wearing only underwear, sitting in the rear patio of her home, looking through a window and knocking. The victim set off her home security alarm, but the man, later determined to be David Manus, would not leave.

Using her personal firearm, the victim held Manus at gunpoint until deputies arrived and took him into custody. Deputies returned to the same home last Sunday afternoon to investigate a possible case of vandalism when the victim discovered that an AT&T See BLOTTER, page 17

(Above) The suspect during one of the incidents. (Right inset) The suspect’s vehicle.

PBSO Seeks Suspect In Gas Station Robberies

Several business robberies occurred on Sept. 24 and Sept. 25 at gas stations in Royal Palm Beach and West Palm Beach areas.

In each robbery, the suspect wore a black hooded sweatshirt,

black ski mask and blue Nike athletic gloves.

If anyone can identify this suspect, or has information about these business robberies, call Crime Stoppers at (800) 458-TIPS.

Crime Stoppers of Palm Beach County is asking for the public’s help in finding these wanted fugitives: • Anthony Gallo, alias “Tony,” is a white male, 5’8” tall and weighing 160 lbs., with brown hair, brown eyes and tattoos on both arms. His date of birth is 10/09/85. Gallo is wanted on felony charges for grand theft burglary of a dwelling. His last known address was Sunflower Circle in Royal Palm Beach.

He is wanted as of 09/25/14.

• John Knox is a white male, 5’7” tall and weighing 290 lbs., with gray hair and brown eyes. His date of birth is 11/19/54. Knox is wanted on felony charges for violating probation with a grand theft of over $200,000. His last known addresses were East Lucerne Lakes Blvd. in Lake Worth and Old Country Road in Wellington. He is wanted as of 09/25/14.

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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Royal Palm Planning To Annex 88-Acre Parcel Along Acme Road

By Briana D’Andrea Town-Crier Staff Report The Royal Palm Beach Planning & Zoning Commission last week approved the voluntary annexation of an 88-acre parcel off Southern Blvd.

The land, located on the north and south side of Acme Road about a mile west of State Road 7, is made up of nine parcels, currently being used for singlefamily homes and an animal rescue facility.

The annexation request, which will reduce the size of an existing unincorporated enclave, was slated to be heard by the Royal Palm Beach Village Council on Thursday, Oct. 2.

Royal Palm Beach Development Review Coordinator Kevin Erwin said all the necessary paper-

work for the Southern Boulevard Properties annexation had been filed and are in compliance with state statutes.

“Many of you may recall that this application, or a very similar one, was before you a few months back,” Erwin told zoning commissioners at the Sept. 23 meeting.

“They’re adding an additional 5 acres, so they had to go back to step one through the process. They did get the consent from the new owner. Everything is in order according to state statute.”

The zoning commission unanimously approved the annexation request.

In other business: • The commissioners voted 5-0 to permit Dr. Randall Dugal to replace an existing roof at his Community Animal Hospital building

located near Okeechobee Blvd. and Sparrow Drive.

“The applicant is seeking architectural approval in order to change out the tile roof. I believe it’s barrel tile currently, and they are looking to do standing seam,” Erwin said.

There are several adjacent buildings with both types of roofs. The new roof color is expected to be dove gray. “We’ve approved plenty of these, and I think they look much nicer than the actual tile,” Chairman Richard Becher said.

• The commissioners also approved the repainting of existing stores and roofs and the replacement of awnings at the Crestwood Square shopping plaza. The plaza is at the northeast corner of Crestwood and Southern boulevards.

“The center has been before

you a couple of times within the last 10 years to be repainted,” Erwin said. “That is the request once again.”

Metal awnings will be added in the archways along the plaza, and the teal fabric awnings at Duffy’s Sports Grill will be replaced with a charcoal tweed awning. “It should be noted that part of the application is to paint the concrete barrel tile roof,” Erwin added.

Changes to existing signs will be brought up for discussion in the future.

“I like the colors you’re going to be repainting it. We will deal with the signs another time,” Becher said.

Board Alternate June Perrin urged the property owner to keep up on maintenance. “I hope you continue to maintain this property

as you seem to maintain all of your other properties,” she said. “Don’t forget to keep it up to date. We do like our properties looking nice at all times.”

• At the meeting, Planning & Zoning Commissioner Barbara Powell announced her resignation after serving on the commission for more than five years.

“I think that since we have such a strong commission and strong alternates, it’s time for one of us to move on, and I think that should be me,” Powell said.

Although she submitted her resignation, Powell plans to continue her volunteer efforts in Royal Palm Beach.

“I just want to say how much I’ve appreciated the opportunity to work with staff,” she said. “It has been a real experience for me, but

I’m just looking to do something else now.”

Other commissioners were sad to see Powell go.

“I’m sure going to miss working with you,” Commissioner Michael Axelberd said.

Vice Chair Joseph Boyle asked whether the commission still could use Powell as a source for information when necessary. “Since I’ve been on the commission, the one thing I’ve always valued is your insight into water and drainage [issues] that are extremely technical, but extremely important,” he said.

Powell stressed that she will not be going too far away.

“I think it’s important in any capacity to serve and volunteer within the community, so I’m looking forward to other opportunities,” she said.

ITID Question 2: What Are Your Thoughts On Drainage Issues?

From now until the election, the Town-Crier will ask questions each week to the six people seeking three seats on the Indian Trail Improvement District Board of Supervisors. This week’s question: How would you characterize the drainage services currently offered by the Indian Trail Improvement District? What improvements should be made? How should such projects be funded?

ITID SEAT 3 Ralph Bair — The ITID drainage system stores water in its canals, ditches and swales to recharge the wells the majority of our households depend on. This was the main focus of the drainage system that was designed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

The series of dikes set up around the perimeter of The Acreage are for this purpose, as well as to keep other areas from flooding. The current drainage system works to maintain a stable water table for all of our area residents.

Continuing to clean the major canals improves conveyance, not storage, so water levels above normal will recede at an acceptable rate. Canal, ditch and swale repair has been an on-going project for the past six years and will continue to be a priority for the district.

Improvement in drainage will come once more storage can be found. By working with other government agencies, there are a number of possible opportunities to achieve this. One is working together with the City of West Palm Beach to remove excess water from The Acreage during the rainy season while providing them with water they need. Other possibilities include storage in the Moss property, however, that is a long-term solution. It is approximately 15 to 20 years in the future, according to our district engineer.

One short-term solution would be to purchase pelican pumps that only require a tractor to operate, as well as work with other neighboring property owners to acquire land for additional water storage.

In order to fund these projects,

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continued from page 1 triglio said she thought uniform reporting would be difficult with three different school levels.

“I think that the principals sitting here should have input for that as well,” Ventriglio said. “For us to make that decision as a board, we can do that, but I feel that we get the best information hearing from the principals.”

ITID can apply for matching grants and use funds available by paying off existing bond payments. I believe this approach will maintain the existing system while planning ahead for long-term drainage solutions.

Alan Ballweg — Our drainage infrastructure is based on good engineering design, however two issues prevent it from operating at capacity. The main issue is with the SFWMD, which does not allocate us the full “one inch per day” of drainage, which is considered an adequate level of service. For historical reasons, we are only allocated about a quarter-inch per day, while Royal Palm Beach is permitted 3 inches per day. In April 2013, ITID was granted another 200 CFS (about 0.18 inches per day), which is conditional on levels in the M1 and C-51 canals. I have been working since late 2013 with Supervisor Gary Dunkley, the SFWMD, the FWC and other agencies to obtain emergency drainage access to the 2,300-acre Moss property, which is an unused state-owned property west of The Acreage. I believe it will bring us up to approximately the 1 inch per day we need.

The second issue is that maintenance of our infrastructure was not prioritized by previous boards, and estimates are that it will cost about $1 million per year for at least 10 years to bring it back up to standards. Canals need to be dredged, culverts replaced and other improvements made. I have been pushing for more transparency and initiated a project to implement real-time web-based telemetry access for residents.

This program is currently running, though many telemetry points are not yet available. If elected, I will use my engineering knowledge and experience to ensure that ITID will have a well-maintained drainage system, with enough capacity to protect us from severe flooding.

canals, telemetry and drainage permits from the South Florida Water Management District.

There have been many improvements made to these services since Tropical Storm Isaac, such as work completed on swales, canals and telemetry, as well as an additional 200 CFS discharge permit from the SFWMD. I believe in being proactive and to look at short-term as well as long-term benefits. A recent assessment and inventory of our systems by District Engineer Jay Foy showed there is still a lot of work to do. Mr. Foy outlined a 10-year plan, with approximately $1 million per year, to bring the drainage systems up to the original design standard. I support Mr. Foy’s plan, I believe it is absolutely essential and should be a priority to the district in order to avoid the results of another major rain event like Tropical Storm Isaac, or worse.

I support transparency and access to the telemetry data. I support efforts to get more drainage through the permitting process with the SFWMD, as well as obtaining drainage on the Moss property, which should satisfy our drainage needs. I think our current engineer, Mr. Foy, is the best professional to be tasked with bringing our drainage systems up to date, and I have confidence in the direction he has provided to the board. There is an existing budget for drainage services as well as funds in the General Fund to support Mr. Foy’s recommended maintenance plan.

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always be maintenance issues, purchases of equipment, repairs to pumps and technology updates, which are covered in the annual budget with reserves on hand for emergency situations. I believe that ITID should explore the idea of the purchasing of a large parcel equal in size of our current impoundment area for additional storage, and also the excavation of such land would give ITID many years of road rock for the district’s road system.

The purchase of additional property for storage would have to be a discussion by the board, with comments from our professional staff, then a public hearing for all units in the district, and there would have to be a majority vote of the board to approve this purchase. After formation and approval by the board, financing can be obtained for the purpose of constructing the water management system. Some say the Moss property, which is currently being discussed, is a cure-all for the district. It is not. It would be nice, and it will help — any storage helps — but this property is years out and will take many agencies to get to the table for such an agreement.

Betty Argue — Drainage services to the district include swales,

Carol Jacobs — The Indian Trail Improvement District drainage system is not broken, like others may claim. ITID prepares a budget every year for every department — drainage, parks and roads — then the needed projects are prioritized. Yes, ITID needs more outfall, but if this system is operated properly, the system will work properly.

The ITID drainage system is maintained by the budget process and should continue to be budgeted that way. There will

Mike Erickson — My knowledge of the ITID drainage system, along with real solutions, is well documented from my “Drainage 101” presentation at the postTropical Storm Isaac meeting at Seminole Ridge High School.

Let me be clear: the impacts of Isaac were more severe because of improper operation by past staff of the South Florida Water Management District, ITID and

Board Member Michelle McGovern said the coming year would not be a good time to require schools to have a uniform report due to uncertain mandates at the state level.

“It could not be a more difficult year to ask them to have a uniform report,” McGovern said. “We can thank the Florida Legislature for that, but these teachers won’t even know what their school grade is until November after their school year as it stands right now, not to mention, I’m not sure if anybody can tell me what test we’re taking

this spring for every level.”

McGovern added that she thought Poag had done a good job breaking down the reports that had been submitted so they were reasonably comparable, and the committee could see how the money was being spent, especially toward improving performance levels for the lower 25 percent of students.

“The reason for this grant is to help support our lowest 25 percent as best we can in order to equalize our opportunities for all of our students,” McGovern said.

“I think a lot of the data in this shows that we were successful, and that our schools were successful in that.”

Board Member Ana Martinez, however, said that a uniform report might be easier for the principals in their presentations next year. She noted that most of the principals produced huge reports on the grant money.

“Maybe we only need certain things,” she said. “We could streamline to one page, two pages maximum.”

Board Chair Marcia Hayden

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ITID SEAT 1

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Carol Jacobs

the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission.

During my one term on the ITID board — way before Isaac — I was proactive about improving drainage. Those solutions included initiating phase one of a study to increase our impoundment capacity, filing complaints about high water levels at the Corbett area, funding temporary repairs to the berm, increasing maintenance funding to clear our canals, improving pumping and telemetry equipment and initiating a permit modification request for more capacity in our outfall.

We need to continue pushing the SFWMD until we receive 1-inch outfall capacity, even if this means litigating to enforce the MOU we received from the SFWMD in the 1980s. We also need to support the Moss property solution, but also understand that this solution is tied up in a federal process that will take decades to accomplish. If elected, I’d like to evaluate an “out of the box approach” to other drainage improvements that would include the possibility of doubling our impoundment size without wetland mitigation. We would increase capacity while saving on road rock to offset excavation costs.

When we talk about funding any expensive projects, I believe ITID should look at issuing bonds to spread the costs out over the life of the project. This way, taxes do not have to rise and the people who receive the benefit pay for it over the entire life of the benefit.

Mike Erickson Jennifer Hager

Jennifer Hager — Current drainage services provided by ITID have improved since Tropical Storm Isaac, which opened the

eyes of many. During my presidency, the rehiring of our current District Engineer Jay Foy is one example of a critical need that has been met. Mr. Foy has been an asset to ITID with his unmatched expertise in drainage and hydrology, and his unprecedented working knowledge of this district. He has recommended a 10-year plan and a working timetable that will have this district functioning in its proper capacity. ITID should heed his recommendations, which have been neglected for years, and prioritize accordingly. Many of these projects are currently underway. A few suggestions include inverted siphon placement, pump house repairs, canal excavating and ongoing swale maintenance.

The general fund supports Mr. Foy’s recommended maintenance plan. Eliminating potential waste in future budgets allow for the continuance of much-needed drainage improvements. Grants are being applied for and awarded.

The board recently approved the purchase of two excavators and a dump truck to facilitate in-house work instead of hiring outside contractors. After Isaac, the state, the SFWMD and ITID began discussing our needs for increased peak drainage (an additional 200 CFS has been granted, but more is still needed), Corbett berm repairs, SFWMD’s acquisition of Mecca Farms and the Moss property for ITID increased storage capacity. These key components will drastically improve ITID’s current situation, and we will be able to help ourselves instead of relying on the promises of others.

I may be reached at jhager@ indiantrail.com for questions or comments.

agreed with Ventriglio that a uniform report for the elementary, middle and high schools would be difficult because of the different forms of assessment, but some degree of uniformity would be valuable.

“We do appreciate all the work that Mr. Poag did in putting this together for us,” Hayden said, asking that the reports be sent to all the principals so they could see what was submitted to the council members.

McGovern said she would like to see some form of reporting

on how the lower 25 percent of students were served, adding that she believed some of the schools were not doing that. “I think there were some schools that were not able to service the lower 25, so I think that’s important to know as well,” she said.

McGovern made two motions, one to allow the schools to roll over unspent funds, and another to use the state’s guidelines for consumable and non-consumable items.

Both motions carried unanimously, 7-0.

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Experience Peru At The Mall

If Machu Picchu is on your must-see list, take a side trip to the Mall at Wellington Green this month for an interactive and spectacular glimpse of Peru.

In partnership with PromPeru: The Commission on the Promotion of Peru for Export and Tourism, the Mall at Wellington Green will feature Peru-themed promotions from now through Oct. 23.

“We’re excited to bring a little bit of South America to the Mall at Wellington Green this fall,” said Rachelle Crain, the mall’s marketing & sponsorship director.

The centerpiece of the promotional partnership is a spectacular, 20-foot by 30-foot exhibit of Machu Picchu, the famous Incan citadel. The exhibit will feature a 10-foot-tall 3D model of Machu Picchu for shoppers to visit, photograph and enjoy. Also included in this exhibit is a display designed

by Macroh, a leader in interactive digital communication, with interactive touch screens allowing shoppers to test their knowledge of Peru and build their own dream vacation.

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Sukkot Under The Stars Oct. 11

Temple B’nai Jacob in Wellington will host a “Sukkot Under the Stars” adult celebration at the home of temple members Steven and Fawn Diagi. Enjoy a fun evening celebrating the Sukkot holiday on Saturday, Oct. 11 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $18 per person.

Call (561)793-4347 for more info.

Fall Ball At Palms West Hospital

Palms West Hospital will host its Fall Ball on Saturday, Oct. 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with fun for the whole family.

Walk down the orange carpet wearing a Halloween costume, or just come as you are. Take pictures with your favorite superhero or princess. Also included is face painting, balloon artists, giveaways, refreshments, live

music, arts and crafts, hay rides, a pumpkin patch, a petting zoo, fire truck tours, health and wellness stops, trick-or-treating and more.

To save your spot on the orange carpet, RSVP to (561) 345-7009.

Palms West Hospital is located at 13001 Southern Blvd. Visit www. palmswesthospital.com for info.

Fall Festival At Trinity West

A fall festival that guarantees fun for the whole family will be held on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the grounds of Trinity West (16569 Southern Blvd.). There will be inflatables, a petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, games and other fun activities at the free event. The church is located at the corner of Southern Blvd. and Seminole Pratt Whitney Road. Visit www.trinitywest.org for more information.

Green Market Returns To RPB

Royal Palm Beach’s weekly Green Market & Bazaar will return Sunday, Nov. 2. The event will run each Sunday through April 26,

2015 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park.

Shoppers can spend a beautiful day outside with family and friends, connect with the community, and support locally grown and organic vendors. Live music and entertainment will be played as shoppers check out the many selections of produce ranging from fruits, vegetables, crafts, fresh flowers, baked goods, pastries, herbs and spices, with a “bazaar” twist to the traditional green market.

All applicants interested in being a vendor should visit www. rpbgreenmarket.com. A limited number of spaces are available. For more info., call (561) 792-9260.

Art Society To Feature Nancy Tilles Oct. 8

Award-winning local artist, Nancy Tilles will be the featured artist at the next Wellington Art Society meeting, set for Wednesday, Oct. 8 at the Wellington Community Center. There will be a meet and greet at 6:30 p.m., followed by a member spotlight, a brief meet-

ing and a demonstration by Tilles.

A raffle will follow.

Tilles earned her degree from the University of Miami and continues her education taking workshops with renowned artists.

She has been a Wellington Art Society member for 15 years. As a portrait artist, Tilles’s joyful paintings tell a story about the subject’s life through color and form. Living in Florida for 30 years has fostered her appreciation of sea life and led to her underwater series titled “Sea eScape” which can be seen at the City of Sunny Isles in Miami.

Her painting Gemstone Hawksbill Turtle was chosen as the poster for Art Fest by the Sea in Jupiter.

Tilles has exhibited in many local galleries, including at Palm Beach International Airport and solo exhibits at Whole Foods Market in Wellington and Village Art Center in Tequesta. Currently, her work can be seen at Alligator Art in Wellington, Hurricane Café in Jupiter and Palm Beach Jewelers in North Palm Beach. Tilles exhibits her art at many festivals in Florida and regularly donates her work to charitable organizations.

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 artwork in local galleries, interact with other artists and serve the community through their art. For more information, visit www.wellingtonartsociety. org or www.wellingtonartsociety. blogspot.com.

Tot Shabbat Oct. 10 At Beth Torah

Temple Beth Torah’s Leonie Arguetty Preschool and the PJ Library will host a Tot Shabbat and Sukkot Celebration on Friday, Oct. 10 from 5:15 to 6:45 p.m. at Temple Beth Torah (900 Big Blue Trace, Wellington).

Join Rabbi Andrew Rosenkranz, Cantor Carrie Barry and the preschool teachers for an interactive PJ Library Sukkot story time and shabbat program.

Mac ’n’ cheese, fruit and snacks will be served to the children, followed by story time, shabbat blessings and a fun time in the sukkah.

RSVP for the free event by calling the preschool office at (561) 793-2649 or e-mail psdirector@ templebethtorah.net.

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WORKSHOP AT FAIRGROUNDS TEACHES TEENS ALL ABOUT ‘SMART DRIVING’

Bridgestone presented its “Teens Drive Smart” driving experience workshop Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 27 and 28 at the South Florida Fairgrounds. Open to anyone 21 or younger with a learner’s permit or driver’s license, the event featured hands-on training for attendees, teaching them how to care for a car, how to avoid dangerous situations and about the distractions of texting and driving.

For more info., visit www.teensdrivesmarttour.com.

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The golf cart group gathers by the driving course.

Bryan Germone explains the importance of tire pressure to soccer player Romario George.

Eva Rubin drives Beth Grabash in the golf cart.

Bridgestone’s John Rutherford takes questions.

Bridgestone’s Chad Grabill, Bryan Germone, Michelle Sloan and Amber Butler.

Max Loria, Taylor Gray and Sami Fleisher came from Boca Raton to attend the workshop.

BRIGHTON COLLECTIBLES SUPPORTING ‘POWER OF PINK’ THROUGH OCT. 31

The Power of Pink campaign held its annual kickoff party Friday, Sept. 26 at the Brighton Collectibles store in the Mall at Wellington Green. Your Bosom Buddies II was chosen as one of the store’s beneficiaries. Donations are made through the purchase of $8 PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER bracelets. The campaign runs through Oct. 31. For more info., call (561) 333-3558.

Dr. Kathleen Minnick reminds the ladies to learn more about mammograms and schedule an appointment during October.

Your Bosom Buddies II members Dr. Kathleen Minnick, Cindy Johnson, Tee Franzoso, Andrea Mattes, Mary Wheeler, Lorna Johnson, Abbe Felton and Joan Frank.

Brighton Collectibles’ Laura Mihalko, Marcie Valenziano and Tracey Winter with Your Bosom Buddies II members Lorna Johnson and Abbe Felton.

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Re-Elect

Carol Jacobs

Current President of Indian Trail Improvement District (ITID) and board member since 2006, for Indian Trail Improvement District, Seat 5, in the general election, November 4, 2014

PEOPLE DON'T PLAN TO FAIL, THEY FAIL TO PLAN! LETS PLAN FOR OUR COMMUNITIES FUTURE WITH COMMON SENSE! I love the Acreage lifestyle, and I am not in favor of over developing of our Community!!

The Board of Palm Beach County Commission is letting development happen in District 6 without a Regional Plan!! With so much overspending through the years the county needs revenue and to get it, they are voting to take District 6 farm land and letting developers have their way and build as much as they would like, because the other County Commissioners figure it's not in their district, their districts are built out and the people in the western community don't vote for them in office.

I say, the people need to vote Palm Beach County Commissioners County wide, what is going on should be a crime.

The Palm Beach County Commission needs to sit at the table with representatives from every western city and special district and make a plan that will not destroy the area that so many of us have come to love. The taxpayers of District 6 don't get to vote for the 6 of 7 County Commissioners, along with developers that are making those decisions to destroy this last piece of heaven in the Western portion of Palm Beach County. I say there should be a moratorium placed on any projects not already approved in the Western Community until, the Cities and Special Districts come together at the table to discuss a Regional Plan. Discussion needs to be focused on Roads, Drainage, Water Supply, Environment and a lifestyle.

Indian Trail Improvement District is a Special District and has limited powers: Mission Statement: The responsibilities of Indian Trail Improvement District includes reclaiming the lands within its boundaries for water control and water supply purposes and protecting the land from the effects of water by means of the construction and maintenance of canals and other drainage works and improvements. The District is sanctioned to construct, improve and maintain roadways and roads necessary to provide access to and efficient development of certain areas. The District is also empowered to buy, develop and maintain recreational areas. The District has the specific authority to provide utility services within its geographical boundaries. The District Board of Supervisors seeks to serve the needs of its citizens for a safe, secure, and healthy environment, and facilitates planned and managed growth and economic development.

Carol Jacobs is against overdevelopment, Supports the continuation of State Road 7 to Northlake, would like to see Indian Trail Improvement District purchase more property for the storage of water and at the same time provide from this land road rock for the district roads, supports keeping our parks to safe standards for our residents, supports traffic calming, slow down save a life. supports keeping assessments down by completing construction projects in house. Supports Community involvement such as the Acreage Athletic League, The Acreage Horseman Association, and the Green Market. Keep kids in Sports or on a horse keeps them out of trouble.

I am a Citizen not a Politician!

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WHS Grad Receives Cumberland Farms Believe And Achieve Scholarship Award

Cumberland Farms recently announced that 130 talented high school seniors from 11 states have been awarded Believe and Achieve Scholarships to help them attend college.

Among the winners is Wellington High School graduate Michelle Trak. Her college of choice is the University of Florida.

Cumberland Farms’ scholarship program began eight years ago and has provided more than 900 young adults with critical financial assistance to help them achieve a college education.

As part of the company’s commitment to nurturing the future of young people, the program provides $1,000 scholarships to eligible graduating high school

seniors across its service area.

This year, Cumberland Farms has awarded $130,000 in Believe and Achieve Scholarships to 28 students in Massachusetts, 14 in Florida, 19 in New York, 10 in New Hampshire, 24 in New Jersey, eight in Connecticut, six in Maine, seven each in Pennsylvania and Rhode Island, six in Vermont and one in Maryland.

“Thanks to the Believe and Achieve Scholarship, Cumberland Farms has helped to make my dream of attending college achievable,” said 2014 scholarship recipient Felicia Amon of Port Orange, Fla., who is attending the University of Miami this fall. “This generosity has not only reduced my financial burden, it

will also enable me to focus on my studies in order to get the most I can from my college experience.”

Thanks to the assistance provided by these scholarships, past recipients have attended a wide cross-section of institutions.

“We started the Believe and Achieve Scholarship Program to help young adults succeed, so we couldn’t be more proud of the difference we are making in their lives,” said Ari Haseotes, CEO of the Cumberland Gulf Group of Companies. “Over the past eight years, we have helped more than 900 students from the communities we serve attend college, and gain the skills and knowledge they need to excel in the future.”

The program is open to students entering a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited college, university or vocational-technical school in the fall of 2014 who live within 30 miles of any Cumberland Farms store.

The application process for next year’s scholarship program opens this month.

Since formalizing its Corporate Giving Program eight years ago, Cumberland Farms has donated millions of dollars in cash and products to causes that directly benefit thousands of young people through scholarships, direct-toschool programs, youth sports, local fundraising and more. For more information, visit www. cumberlandfarms.com.

Help Wellington-Area PTAs Receive A $1,000 Sylvan Learning Center Grant

As a proud supporter of National PTA, Sylvan Learning Centers in the Wellington area encourage all parents to commit to be the best chief education officers (CEO) they can be this school year by taking the Sylvan Learning CEO Pledge at www.facebook.com/ sylvanlearning.

Sylvan Learning and PTA both encourage parents to play an active role in their child’s education and inspire them to take on the role of CEO this year. The pledge also helps parents support their local PTA. The five PTAs with the most CEO pledges by Oct. 24 will receive a $1,000 grant from Sylvan Learning.

“We not only want to encourage parents to take the CEO pledge, but also grandparents, aunts, uncles and members of the local community, as they all play a role in a child’s education,” said Julia Fitzgerald, chief marketing officer at Sylvan Learning. “By committing to be the best CEOs they can be, these individuals can come together to ignite a lifestyle of learning and set kids up for academic success now and in the future.”

Sylvan Learning Centers in the Wellington area offer the following ways to help children succeed academically: • Establish a line of communica-

tion with teachers. Parents should interact with teachers early and often throughout the school year.

They should ask teachers how they’d like to be communicated with and when the best times are to call, e-mail, text or meet in person.

Parents should intervene to stop a problem when it arises, before it becomes a crisis.

• Talk to kids often about academics. Whether in the car on the way to soccer practice or at the dinner table, parents should ask their children daily what they learned at school. If a child is reluctant, this may indicate extra help is needed.

• Know where children stand academically. A child’s grades shouldn’t be a surprise when his or her report card arrives. If the classroom teacher doesn’t provide a syllabus at the beginning of the year that lists grading policies, parents can approach the teacher to get a handle on expectations.

• Track progress. Keep samples of schoolwork throughout each grade and from year to year. This is a great way to see just how far a student has progressed from the first day of school to the last and from one grade to the next.

• Set a good example. Kids are very observant, and they pick up on their parents’ attitudes and behaviors. It’s important to have a positive attitude and regularly

acknowledge the importance of education. Parents can show their child that learning can be a lifelong activity by taking a class on an interesting subject or making a point to read one book per month.

• Check homework daily. It’s important to let kids take the lead on completing homework assignments, but parents can help by reviewing the completed work. If kids need help, parents should try to provide guidance, not answers.

• Help kids develop strong study skills. Mastering effective study skills can be the “secret behind the A,” turning good students into great students. From time management and organization to researching and writing effectively, these skills and strategies give students a consistent process to succeed.

• Get involved in your local PTA. There’s no better way for parents to know what’s happening at their child’s school than joining the PTA. In addition, PTA functions are a chance to meet other parents and teachers, building a rapport and sharing ideas, concerns and experiences.

Sylvan Learning also offers special benefits to PTA members including 50 percent off a Sylvan Insight Assessment, which identifies a child’s academic strengths and weaknesses. In addition to the discount, for every student who takes an assessment, Sylvan will donate $10 to the student’s local PTA. For additional information on the Sylvan Learning CEO Pledge, visit www.sylvanlearning.com.

Richardson Completes U.S. Air Force Training

Air Force Reserve Airman 1st Class Gerard A. Richardson recently graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in San Antonio, Texas.

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate’s degree in applied science through the Community College of the Air Force.

Richardson is the son of Adriane and Nikia Wimberly. He is also the brother of Jazmin Richardson and Jerami Rutledge, and the grandson of Lee Jackson.

All are residents of West Palm Beach.

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LGWCD HONORS MARK PAFFORD

Loxahatchee Groves Water Control District Secretary-Treasurer John Ryan and Administrator Steve Yohe presented State Rep. Mark Pafford (D-District 86) with a plaque on Wednesday, Sept.

24 containing a resolution that was adopted by the LGWCD Board of Supervisors on June 23 expressing the board’s appreciation to Pafford for his contribution and efforts while serving in the Florida House of Representatives and for his dedication and assistance to the district while performing his legislative responsibilities. Shown here, Pafford is presented the plaque by Ryan.

Goodlett Named Senior VP Of Sugar Cooperative C. David Goodlett was promoted to senior vice president of government and grower relations for Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida at the September board of directors meeting. He joined the cooperative in 1991 as manager of governmental and community relations, and he was promoted to vice president in 2000.

Goodlett is responsible for working with various state, federal and local governmental bodies and agencies. He sits on the board of directors of the Sugar Association in Washington, D.C., and Florida Sugar and Molasses Exchange.

He received the Leadership Excellence Award in 2008 from Leadership Palm Beach County and the Hero in Medicine Award from the Palm Beach County Medical Society in 2006 for his leadership in securing Lakeside Medical Center.

“David has been a staunch advocate for the Florida sugar industry and the Glades communities,” said Antonio L. Contreras Jr., CEO and president of the cooperative. “In the last year, he spearheaded the creation of a Growers Relations Department that develops closer ties and communications with our

C. David Goodlett members and the community.”

Prior to joining the cooperative, Goodlett worked for the Florida Sugar Cane League and served as district manager for former Congressman Tom Lewis. A native of Belle Glade, Goodlett earned his bachelor’s degree from Florida State University and a master’s degree in public administration from Nova Southeastern in Fort Lauderdale. He now resides in West Palm Beach with his wife Michelle and their three children, Alison 28, Charlie 21 and Andrew 17.

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NEW HORIZONS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTA KICKS OFF FALL FUNDRAISER EVENT

New Horizons Elementary School PTA parents recently kicked off the school’s Fall Fundraiser with a spirited pep rally. Students were encouraged to sell “Mixed Bags,” eco-friendly reusable bags of all shapes and sizes. Pictured above are PTA parents with “Mixed Bags.”

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On Monday, Sept. 22, the Panther Run Elementary School PTA delivered donations to its sister school, Pioneer Park Elementary School in Belle Glade. Each year, through the PTA’s sister school program, parents at Panther Run donate new school supplies and gently used school clothing, shoes and sport cleats to Pioneer Park. Pictured above are Thomas Hrebin of Pioneer Park, Shari Elstein of Panther Run, Pioneer Park Principal Pamela Buckman, Diana Brown of Panther Run and David Brannan of Pioneer Park.

The Binks Forest Elementary School PTA is off to a busy start. The PTA is busy recruiting volunteers to help with many areas of the school. Some of the activities underway are: Trade-A-Book Tuesdays, Popcorn Fridays and Sunshine Math. The PTA has several fundraisers it is working on. The Fall Carnival is coming soon. The carnival will take place at the school on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Shown here are Binks Forest PTA members Shana Feuer, Jennifer Weese, Amy Robbert, Tanya Siskind, Amy Rochman and Sara Hyams.

BINKS FOREST FAMILY CELEBRATES DOT DAY

PANTHER RUN’S PIRATE BOOK FAIR A SUCCESS

On Tuesday, Sept. 16, Binks Forest Elementary School students celebrated International Dot Day. Students were asked to wear “dots” to school for this event. Dots were everywhere! The morning started off with Library Media Specialist Sharon Wedgworth reading the book The Dot on the morning announcements. Classroom teachers took it from there and shared different activities for the students to do. The Dot by Peter Reynolds is a wonderful story about children learning to make their “mark” on the world. It also reminds students that everyone is unique and has something special to offer. Shown here, Binks students show off their dots.

Students came dressed as friendly pirates to Panther Run Elementary School’s pirate themed book fair. Many parents and volunteers participated in dressing up as well. Panther students discovered that books are the “true treasure” and were excited to see such a wide selection available. Helping out and giving back to the community was the Publix team from Woods Walk Plaza, who donated baked goods for the “Donuts with Dad and Muffins with Mom” event on the last day of the fair. The school year is off to a great start at Panther Run with many more family and community events planned this year. Students went on a treasure hunt and could walk a plank at the book fair, where many chose to dress up in pirate attire.

H.L. Johnson Brings Sharing To The Table H.L. Johnson Elementary School has implemented a program through its food services department referred to as “the sharing table.” Students who buy lunch and do not wish to consume certain items, like milk, apple sauce, juice or fruit, place them into an ice bucket. Any student wanting to enjoy an item from the table may do so during their lunch time. They merely have to raise their hand and request to go to the sharing table.

Items left on the sharing table at the end of the lunch are discarded.

The program has been extremely successful, and very few items, if any, are discarded at the end of the day. Having a sharing table

Students enjoy drinks from the sharing table at lunch. reduces waste, encourages sharing and allows H. L. Johnson to further its efforts as a “Green School of Excellence.”

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Wellington Garden Club, Scouts Plant Trees In Wellington Preserve On National Public Lands Day, observed Saturday, Sept. 27, Wellington Landscape/Forestry Operations Supervisor Brian Hopper joined the Wellington Garden Club and local Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops to plant a Florida slash pine forest in the Wellington Environmental Preserve at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Everglades Habitat off Flying Cow Road.

In less than three hours, with the help of more than 50 volunteers, 1,000 pine trees and 200 mahogany trees were planted. Among the volunteers were Wellington Garden Club members, members

of the Palm Beach Central High School Earth Club, members of Boy Scout Troop 125 and members of Girl Scout troops 20511, 20515, 22222, 21105, 20669 and 21001.

The Wellington Public Works staff prepared the holes and provided necessary tools and drinking water. The pines were actually leftover seedlings from Wellington’s Earth Day celebration in April.

They were planted in pots and nurtured by Indian Trails Native Nursery in Lake Worth until they were large enough to plant in the preserve.

(Front row) Olivia Quinlan, Cora Smith, Eve Essery, Eden Udell and Grace Essery; (back row) Alex Udell, Janelle Quinlan, Anne Nelson, Joyce Friscia, Eric Essery and Vanessa Essery.

Volunteers join Wellington workers to plant the new forest.

Members of several Girl Scout troops plant the seedlings.

Wellington Garden Club President Twig Morris with club members John and Kathy Siena, and Wellington Landscape/Forestry Operations Supervisor Brian Hopper.

Wellington Garden Club Civic Improvement/Community Outreach Chair Lisa Ferrano, club member Fauzia Begum, First Vice President Kathy Siena, Education Committee Chair John Siena and club member Jim Thompson.

Fright Nights Prepares To Scare Thrill Seekers At The Fairgrounds Halloween is four weeks away, but the staff of Fright Nights is already busy preparing to scare the life out of guests to this year’s scary attraction.

The South Florida Fairgrounds will transform into a fright-filled event over four weekends: Oct. 10-11, Oct. 16-18, Oct. 23-25 and Oct. 30-Nov. 1. The midway of carnival rides opens at 6 p.m., and three haunted houses will open at 7 p.m. each night. Closing time on Thursdays is 11 p.m., and midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.

Creative Director Craig McInnis takes pleasure in figuring out how and what will scare the guests.

In preparation for Fright Nights, he and Operations Director Alex Rodriquez visit others haunts and also attend the annual National Haunters Convention.

“Scary is what we spend most

of our time concentrating on,” McInnis said. “Some of the places we’ve visited have cool looking haunts, but they’re not scary. We want our guests to leave with their heart racing. Other haunts may only last for 15 minutes, but you can make a whole evening of entertainment here for one set price.”

The event will feature three newly themed and designed haunts: New World Order, Vile and Flamingo Hotel. There also will be one or two scare zones where unsuspecting guests will be surprised to encounter strange and creepy characters. It isn’t possible to avoid the scare zones.

“We continue to re-imagine our scares,” McInnis said. “We don’t take it easy on anyone. I like the challenge of scaring the full-grown adult males who come here think-

ing they can’t be scared. They’re the toughest.”

Up to 50,000 people are expected to experience Fright Nights.

Admission is $25 for the three haunted houses and unlimited carnival rides, $15 for the three haunted houses and no rides, or $10 for an unlimited rides wristband. An “R.I.P.” pass, a fast pass to skip to the front of the line, is $5. Discount tickets, which represent a $5 savings, are available through Oct. 9 at www.myfrightnights.com. Parental discretion advised for those younger than 12 years old.

On Thursday, Oct. 9, Fright Nights will present four 45-minute “Behind the Scenes” tours starting at 7 p.m. The tours are limited to 20 people per tour. For $10, patrons can get a sneak peek into the making of the haunts and meet the cast of characters.

Fright Nights also will present its Monster Bash Costume Party on Sunday, Oct. 26 from 6 p.m. until midnight. Admission is $10 and will give guests the chance to meet the cast and crew, enjoy finger foods and dance. Prizes from $100 to $500 will be awarded in a costume contest.

Parents of children under 12 years old may opt to take them to Spookyville, an old-fashioned Halloween event also being held at the South Florida Fairgrounds over two weekends and on Halloween, Oct. 17-19, Oct. 24-26 and Oct. 31. The event, sponsored by the South Florida Ford dealers, Coke and Kubota, will offer a full array of safe trick or treats, kiddie rides, games, crafts and pony rides.

For more info., call (561) 7930333 or visit www.southfloridafair. com or www.myfrightnights.com.

Those who like to get their hearts racing should plan to attend Fright Nights at the South Florida Fairgrounds.

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The True Story Of My New Granddaughter’s Very Exciting Arrival I had been pacing around for nine months and three days, waiting for my daughter Jen to have her second child, when my son-in-law Greg came bursting into the room with, “We’re going to have a baby! This is the night!” I grabbed my purse, but he said, “No, no. Not yet. We’ll let you know when.” I hunkered down, biting my nails. The time was 1 a.m.

There had been a false alarm last week when I heard the garage door go up in the middle of the night and thought they were leaving without me. I tore downstairs to find Greg taking out the garbage. He looked at me funny. “We’ll let you know when,” he said.

Deborah Welky is

The Sonic BOOMER At 6 a.m., he breezed past me with, “We gotta go!” and Jen followed shortly behind, looking like someone who was definitely not taking out the garbage. I sat anxiously on the front stoop with her while we waited for Greg to bring the car

around. Jen was moaning, “Where is he?” in between contractions.

At 6:10 a.m., Greg brought the car around. He had stopped to write a “Wish us luck!” message for his staff (he works from home) and a “We love you!” message for his two-year-old (who also works from home).

I knew we were in trouble when Jen spat out an expletive when Greg stopped for the light at the entrance to the highway. He went through it, as per her direction, traffic cameras flashing. “We’ll know what time we were here when the ticket arrives,” he said cheerfully.

“Mom,” he said, reaching over into the

backseat. “Take my phone. You’ll see I am using an app that times each contraction.

Press the button at the top when it starts and the one at the bottom when it…”

“It’s too late for that!” Jen screamed, loud enough to make Greg drop the phone. I rummaged around for it on the floorboards and, once I found it, noticed that Jen’s contractions were three minutes apart the last time they’d been logged.

“Call 911,” I said. “We’re not going to make it.”

The good people at 911 dispatched a fire engine, two ambulances and three police cars to try to reach us in time. And they did their best, but we were a moving

target — a speeding, law-breaking target.

“I feel the head,” Jen announced quietly, with the calm that comes over a person once they realize the Titanic is sinking and there is nothing to do about it.

The people at 911 had good advice.

“Pull over,” they told Greg.

“No!” Greg replied.

I was with him. Neither he nor I wanted to deliver a baby in the front seat of that small (energy-efficient but really small) car. As for Jen, she had her pants off.

The hospital was in sight. Not her hospital — the one for high risk moms; the one with all her medical information and See WELKY, page 17

Denzel Washington Great In Vigilante-Style Film ‘The Equalizer’ I enjoyed The Equalizer, a good revenge vigilante-style film. Denzel Washington, the movie’s star, has always been a favorite actor of mine, and unlike almost all other male stars, he has never been in one of the usual franchise action films. That will probably change once box-office receipts are in. The theater was packed when I saw it early on a Friday afternoon.

The film, adapted from an ’80s television series, focuses on Robert “Bob” McCall (Washington), an extraordinarily nice guy who manages a Home Depot-style store. He is charming to everyone, helpful to his employees, particularly an obese kid, Ralphie (Johnny Skourtis), who wants to be a security guard and has to lose weight. He lives alone in an almost monk-like existence, but is sweet and helpful to everyone. He eats every night at the same place, where he reads for a while. One of the regular customers is an underage Russian hooker named Teri

‘I’ On CULTURE

By Leonard Wechsler (Chloë Grace Moretz), and she asks him about the books he’s always reading.

Teri gets beaten up badly by her pimp, and suddenly, everything changes. The sweet guy everyone likes suddenly goes all “Charles Bronson.” He walks into the pimp’s office, gets laughed at by the guy and his thugs, and then, setting his watch to time his actions, kills them all in 19 seconds. Did I mention that this is a really violent movie?

It turns out that the pimp was part of the Russian Mafia, so the man who runs

it from Russia, named Pushkin (why do moviemakers use the name of Russia’s greatest poet so often in picking the names of their bad guys?), sends his top enforcer in. Teddy (Marton Tsokas) comes across at first as a quiet interrogator but quickly reveals himself to be a total psychopath.

He kills anyone in his path and, in one of the best scenes in the movie, tells McCall that he looks on him as nothing more than lint.

Somehow, McCall is able to recover from that stinging statement and works at building up a long list of victims. From the beginning, Teddy realizes that McCall is not all he seems to be, but much of the time does not bother to adjust to that fact.

He is the man with the really big hammer, and so what he does is push in nails. As a result, there are several particularly violent scenes, each one worthy of being the climax before the end.

The really big action scene takes place

at the building supplies store, where McCall uses all the fun tools and supplies to kill a whole lot of bad guys who come in with automatic weapons. Despite an overwhelming Russian force, he smoothly releases many hostages and then kills all the bad guys with a bit of assistance from the overweight security guard.

This is a sort of a poor man’s Americanized James Bond. McCall stays calm, cool and rather nice all the way through, even while he’s using a small sledgehammer to break someone or setting a trap to hang a thug with barbed wire. Instead of Bond’s high-tech tools, he uses building supplies.

And, like Bond, while getting scratched up a bit (after all, when 10 nasties are shooting automatic weapons and are twice your size, you will be bothered a little), it’s not enough to ever count.

That, of course, is one problem with the film. Washington is so sweet, so nice, you wonder why there is no transition

between his demeanor and his killing. He could be as nuts as the Russian. Actually, the Russian is somewhat more interesting as a nut.

The real problem is that there are gigantic plot holes. Why did the Russian never think of simply using a sniper?

Why didn’t McCall ever think about the possibility of hostage taking? Why, when he had the chance, did he not even pick up any of the guns? Why did he care so much about a hooker he just saw when he had dinner? How come all the cops are corrupt? Those are the mysteries of the Hollywood universe.

But the movie was fun if you have no trouble with enough violence to almost make it a cartoon. The violence was also not underplayed; people bled out and were made dead very fast. But the whole thing moved quickly and was certainly enjoyed, by me and the rest of the audience.

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‘Through The Looking Glass’ On Stage At Maltz Jupiter Theatre Oct. 17 Take a journey through your wildest dreams with an all-new take on Alice in Wonderland in Through the Looking Glass on Friday, Oct. 17, at 7:30 p.m. at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre.

The production will include a number of young actors and actresses from the western communities.

Join many of the beloved traditional Lewis Carroll characters — the Queen of Hearts, the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat and more — as they take you on a whole new adventure to a wild new world with floating heads, talking animals and a tap-dancing egg.

Follow teenage Alice as she learns to “look in the mirror” and like what she sees. With an exhilarating original pop score, the show is fun for all ages.

“Through the Looking Glass is incredibly visual, engaging and funny,” said the show’s director, Andrew Kato, who conceived and developed the piece. “It’s highly imaginative, and its pastiche pop score is clever and smart. I guar-

antee that this high-energy musical will have our audiences dancing in their seats to the score’s uptempo, memorable tunes.”

Isabella Bockman-Pedersen, 9, of Wellington enjoys participating in the show because “it tells people how to think positively about themselves and have higher self-esteem.”

The story follows a modern-day Alice, who is having trouble fitting in with her peers at school. To learn how to face her rivals, she steps through a “looking glass” to transport herself into a far-out land to find answers and her way back home, but not before she takes a magical boat ride, battles with the Jabberwock and jitterbugs with a group of friendly flowers.

“The production is reflective of the youthful issues that kids face every day, and Alice learns real-life lessons from the kooky characters along her journey,” said John Mercurio, the production’s writer, composer and lyricist.

“This production will appeal to all ages because everyone can

identify with Alice.”

Emily Mooreland, 9, from Royal Palm Beach enjoys bringing the story to life in a relatable fashion.

“My favorite part about being in Through the Looking Glass is working with all of the costumes, props and great people,” she said.

“People should attend Through the Looking Glass because it is a very funny story that also has a great message and lesson to teach all kids.”

The musical stars 30 local children and teens, ages 9 to 17, who will all sing, dance and act throughout the production, otherwise known as “triple threat” performers. They were discovered through the theatre’s popular First Step to Stardom auditions this past spring.

Part of the theatre’s Emerging Artist Series, the original musical is the fifth collaboration between two local industry professionals and longtime friends: Mercurio, of North Palm Beach, and Kato, of Jupiter, the theatre’s producing artistic director. The show also

features original choreography by West Palm Beach choreographer, performer and dance teacher Ricky Nahas.

Aspiring to make a mark on Broadway, 17-year-old Cara Young from Wellington has found that the experiences gained through the show provide a solid foundation for her future dreams.

“I love being in this production of Through the Looking Glass because of the wonderful cast and teachers I get to work with,” she said. “Being up on stage doing what I love is so rewarding, and the fact that I have so many loving and supporting individuals helping me accomplish my goals is truly indescribable. All of these individuals have a role in my life leading up to my dreams of being on Broadway, and I’m so thankful for all of them.”

The not-for-profit Maltz Jupiter Theatre has become one of Florida’s preeminent professional theaters, committed to production and education through its collaborations with local and national artists.

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Vento has traveled to Washington, D.C., and spoken with national drug czars about drug trends.

“It’s not just your guy growing it in his back yard,” he said, explaining that backyard plants have only 2 percent to 3 percent tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content, and the grow-house plants can be as high as 30 or 40 percent.

“With these edibles and the liquid THC, the hash oils and honey oils, we’re seeing 80, 90, almost 100 percent pure THC,” he said, adding that some users “are actually being hospitalized because that euphoric effect is serious.”

What really upset him was that the growers were buying houses with little or no financial encumbrance and destroying them.

“I started subpoenaing the mortgage documents for these guys,” Vento said. “I wanted to find out how they got three homes in Loxahatchee or in The Acreage?

They have no jobs, they’ve never had employment.”

Home invasions on grow houses by competing gangs are also a big issue, he said, explaining that one grower he interviewed was home

with his wife and 8-month-old baby when armed men dressed as narcotics officers invaded his home.

“They had his wife with a pillow on her head on the ground, they had the baby with a gun,” he said.

“All they were asking is, ‘Where is the money? Where is the marijuana?’”

The invaders found no money and only small marijuana plants, but they ransacked the house and took jewelry and phones. “That was just one,” Vento said. “I can’t tell you how many other people we’ve interviewed.”

On the meth lab team with St. Cyr, Vento has testified to get state laws enhanced to include making it a first-degree felony if a child is found living in a drug lab, and the ability to charge renters with possession of a home that manufactures controlled substances.

Vento has also worked with code enforcement officials to inform them how to recognize a possible drug lab. Common signs that a home is being used for that purpose include unkempt yards, people who seldom come around,

lawn equipment or furniture that is left outside and extra air-conditioning units added to the house. Other signals include heavy iron grating or entryways that have been sealed off, and accumulations of trash that may contain lab waste and drug paraphernalia.

“They don’t want to put trash out because they know we’re driving around looking at it,” Vento said. “You’ll see piles and piles of trash, and guess where all of that stuff ends up? Right here in Loxahatchee. I go down a road and all I see is garbage bags piled up. I don’t even need to see what’s in it.

Nobody who lives out here takes their garbage and throws it out on the side of the road in the canal.”

The biological and chemical hazards, including mold spores and gases, are dangerous to children and anyone else living in the drug-lab houses, as well as to narcotic teams that raid them, which has led to stepped-up protective equipment for those officers.

St. Cyr said that methamphetamine and other synthetic drug labs are the latest issue the narcotics teams are starting to address.

said. “We have worked closely with FEMA to provide accurate information. Now, those maps reflect what’s really on the ground here in Wellington. It’s good news for everyone.”

But the good news came with a price tag. Wellington spent roughly $100,000 in pursuit of updated topographical and hydraulic information to provide to FEMA. “It was a cost, but it was a wise investment based on savings for residents at large,” Riebe explained.

It took time, hard work and dedication — a year, in fact — to gather the information necessary for the maps to reflect the current landscape and structures. If that effort hadn’t taken place, Riebe estimates that that anywhere from 40 percent to 50 percent of Wellington’s structures would have been considered in the highrisk zone.

By focusing on accuracy, Wellington effectively saved residents millions of dollars in unnecessary insurance costs.

“The savings are significant,” Riebe said. “It is meaningful money for the residents of Wellington.

Those premiums are due every year, so it’s a savings every year in perpetuity. It’s not just a one-year savings; this is for the life of the property.”

In the future, updates with FEMA will be easier now that an extensive process has been put into place. It will just be a matter of updating undeveloped or lesser-developed areas with current topographical information.

attempting to purchase a $2,000 gift card with a PayPal account.

According to the report, the victim did not attempt to purchase anything from Apple and does not know how her information was obtained or who attempted the purchase. Apple stopped the transaction, and PayPal is investigating the incident.

SEPT. 27 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Wellington substation was called to the JCPenney store in the Mall at Wellington Green last Saturday afternoon regarding a shoplifting incident. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 1:20 and 3 p.m., Sheila Arellano was caught stealing $204 worth of merchandise from the store. She was arrested and taken to the Palm Beach County Jail.

SEPT. 28 — A man was arrested for felony theft last Sunday morning at the Walmart store on

Belvedere Road in Royal Palm Beach. According to a PBSO report, an employee observed the man, later identified as Ricardo Warren, pushing a cart with two large boxes, valued at approximately $128.85, past registers at the front of the store. When the employee requested a receipt, the suspect attempted to flee. According to the report, the employee followed Warren and alerted a nearby PBSO deputy. When confronted by the deputy, Warren was arrested and taken to the county jail.

SEPT. 28 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was called to the Queen of Peace Cemetery on Southern Blvd. last Sunday morning regarding a theft. According to a PBSO report, the victim had left 20 gallons of beige paint, valued at $600, on the north side of the cemetery last Saturday morning. When he returned

the next day, the paint was gone.

According to the report, the victim was advised to secure the paint in a locked location to prevent theft in the future.

SEPT. 29 — A resident of the Las Flores Ranchos community contacted the PBSO’s Acreage/ Loxahatchee substation Monday afternoon regarding the theft of automobile parts. According to a PBSO report, sometime between noon and 5 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 28, someone removed a homemade transfer case, valued at $1,000, that the victim was planning to install into a swamp buggy that he was building in his yard. According to the report, the victim’s partially built buggy is situated between his carport and home, his front yard is fenced with “no trespassing” signs and there is a front gate that is usually left open.

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continued from page 1 is destroyed, the concrete is chipped out and there’s piping running all over the place.”

After investigating, they came to realize that organized outside groups were responsible.

“It wasn’t your guy from the 1960s growing four or five plants in his closet,” Vento said. “It was a business, and throughout the years, starting in 2003, we started seeing big organizations out here. It was like an invasion.”

In 2006, he started working the organized crime unit, which raided 30 grow houses in Loxahatchee owned by the same person. “The guy had no ties to this community,” he said. “He was from Miami, he had no job, but he had 33 houses here. We shut him down. It took us over a year, but we did it.”

Before the PBSO intervened, the grower was making more than $500,000 annually per house.

Over the course of his career,

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However, that risk was exaggerated in the maps proposed by FEMA in 2013, which spurred action from Wellington’s government.

“The bottom line is, Wellington took a very proactive approach to address a really serious issue for residents village-wide,” Riebe

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continued from page 6 phone box had been damaged, possibly as part of the previous incident.

SEPT. 26 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was called to the Cypress Head community last Friday morning regarding a stolen vehicle. According to a PBSO report, the victim discovered that someone had stolen his 2001 Ford F150 truck with his 2007 Lark trailer attached. The trailer was filled with lawn equipment, valued at approximately $14,000.

According to the report, there was also $300 cash in the glove box.

SEPT. 27 — A resident of the Eastwood community called the PBSO’s Wellington substation last Saturday regarding a case of fraud.

According to a PBSO report, the victim received a call from Apple Store Online asking if she was

Royal Palm Beach resident Emily Moreland, 9, the flower third from the left, is one of several local performers in Through the Looking Glass at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre on Friday, Oct. 17.

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“Locally, about 18 months ago, we saw our first meth lab,” he said. “In the western parts of the country, they’ve been dealing with this for two decades.”

The PBSO has created a drug lab enforcement team, but it has been very expensive to maintain because the operators generally do not have a lot of equipment or money, where seizure of grow houses and property nets the department some operating funds.

“Fortunately, I’ve been able to get some money through grants, so it isn’t costing taxpayers that much,” St. Cyr said. “However, it takes a substantial amount of manpower to do these labs.”

There is also the high cost of equipment for narcotics teams, including protective suits and breathing equipment.

The team covers drug labs from

Martin County to Key West. St. Cyr has four officers on the team but recently sent 25 more through an education program.

Most of the equipment they have has been handed down to them. “Hand-me-downs are great, but this is an up-and-coming problem, and I really need some new equipment,” he said, explaining that theirs is the only team in South Florida, and most of the labs they have raided have been in cities that do not have the equipment they need for enforcement.

St. Cyr’s presentation was a preview of one he will make next month to the Law Enforcement Planning Council, made up of chiefs of police from most municipalities in the region. “The point of this presentation is to say, ‘Listen, we need some help; we need to get some guys on my team,’” he said.

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continued from page 3 tier would be shows of no more than four days with no more than two events per year, no more than 100 entries and a maximum of 500 spectators and 10 vendors.

“That’s because the adjacent property owners aren’t expecting events and activities, so we felt it was necessary to have a different threshold for the approval process,” Stillings said.

Events exceeding those parameters would require council approval. To maintain some consistency, Stillings said some events within the EOZD that previously required no permit would now require administrative approval.

He said the Equestrian Preserve Committee wanted staff to sim-

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continued from page 16 doctors; the one she and Greg had toured together with their first child so he would feel at home visiting his new sister. Not that hospital. But I liked this one. You know what I liked about it? Its proximity.

Too bad Greg missed the exit.

He made a sharp U-turn during which Jen offered to kill him right there with her bare hands.

By the time we got to the emergency room, the staff was outside with a wheelchair. But once they saw that little head, they called for a stretcher and a doctor. When

plify the permit renewal process and reduce the renewal fee to $250 from the current $500. They also wanted a tiered fee for those requiring council approval as opposed to administrative approval, recognizing that those requiring council attention would require more staff time.

PZA Board Member George Unger asked whether the fees actually covered staff time, and Stillings said an analysis had not been done in some time on the actual staff cost, but that the assumption was administrative review would require less time than going to the council.

PZA Board Chair Carol Coleman asked whether the permit fee was per event, and Stillings said the permit can cover several events within a six-month period.

Unger made a motion to approve the proposed changes, which carried 6-0. the doctor ran outside, they were in the midst of debating whether they should try to make it the 100 feet into the building or deliver the baby right there in the driveway.

The doctor got them inside.

Forgotten (and perfectly happy to be so), I stood in the hallway while 16 people told Jen to push.

They didn’t have to ask her twice.

Two pushes and Celeste Noelle was born.

The drive had taken eight minutes. The birth, four. Mother and baby are doing fine.

The next day, I asked Jen what she had been thinking. “Everyone told you the second child comes faster,” I said.

“I know,” she said. “But I didn’t believe them.”

Expectant parents, take note.

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WELLINGTON’S MURDER MYSTERY DINNER THEATER VISITS THE SPEAKEASY

The Village of Wellington presented its mystery dinner theater production “Murder at the Speakeasy” on Saturday, Sept. 27 at the Wellington Community Center. The interactive event provided another fun evening of entertainment and wild Prohibition-era outfits.

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Event-goers (left) and village staff members (right) came dressed in their best period garb.

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Elbridge Gale Elementary School observed the National Green Apple Day of Service on Saturday, Sept. 27. Volunteers joined in the school’s landscape cleanup efforts, made possible by grants from the American Heart Association and Pratt & Whitney. New plants were installed, existing plants trimmed, flowerbeds mulched and bird houses cleaned out.

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Some good kids in need of a little help — that’s one way to describe the members of the Palm Beach County 4-H Horse Judging Team. The team’s goal is to raise awareness about their group and raise cash to help defray the costs of attending competitions. Ellen Rosenberg’s Column, Page 23

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The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce will host its next Economic Forum Luncheon on Monday, Oct. 13 at 11:30 a.m. at the Binks Forest Country Club. Titled Agribusiness in Palm Beach County, the luncheon will be sponsored by Wells Fargo Bank and the Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida. Dr. Michael Swanson, an agricultural economist, will be the keynote speaker. Page 25

Sports Broncos Claim Bragging Rights, Defeating Hawks

The Palm Beach Central High School varsity football squad traveled to meet rival Seminole Ridge High School on Friday, Sept. 26, upsetting the eighth-ranked Hawks 28-14 before a capacity crowd. This victory marks the third straight Bronco win over the Hawks. Page 29

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WHS Wolverines Dominate Spanish River 61-6

The Wellington High School varsity football squad hosted Spanish River High School in a non-district contest on Friday, Sept. 26 and dominated the Sharks 61-6. The Wolverines (4-1) scored early and often as they cruised to their third consecutive win. Page 29

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The Local 4-H Horse Judging Team Needs Your Help

Some good kids in need of a little help — that’s one way to describe the members of the Palm Beach County 4-H Horse Judging Team.

Kendall Hill and Kayla Chisholm, both 16, Kayla Wise, 17, and her mother, Joell, along with group leader Pam Kalil, wandered about the Jim Brandon Equestrian Center during September’s Palm Beach County Mounted Posse show with a basket, hoping to sell candy and raise money. The fourth team member, Alexandra Pledger, couldn’t make it, but these three were hopeful and passionate. Their goal is to raise awareness about their group and raise cash to help defray the costs of attending competitions.

“These kids work really hard,” Joell Wise said. “They study videos every week, practicing how to judge classes in all different English and Western disciplines.”

They also work with judges at local shows.

“We shadow them and discuss the reasons they placed riders as they did, either after the show or during the lunch break,” Kayla Wise said. “We compare judging cards and discuss the reasons they were placed as they were.”

“Being in 4-H opens a lot of doors,” Chisholm added. “This is my third year as a member, and my second year as part of the horse judging team. I hope to major in veteriGet updates all week long... follow Ellen Rosenberg on Twitter at twitter.com/Horse TalkFL or stop by the Tales from the Trails page on Facebook and click “like.”

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Chisholm said the experience gives her a deep understanding of the horse judging process. “It helps me understand what judges are looking for. I constantly think about it, especially when I’m showing Dekin, my Quarter Horse, in dressage or pleasure classes,” she said. “It has helped me become a better rider and form a stronger bond with Dekin. It’s a very educational program, and I think a lot of kids should join.”

Kalil, the group’s leader, said the team members have a lot of dedication.

“They meet each week to practice, and then spend weekends at the local shows shadowing judges, sometimes for a few classes, sometimes all day,” she said. “They go to the Posse, the Acreage Horseman’s Association and the Jupiter Horsemen’s Association shows. Most of the judges are very accommodating. A lot of them are 4-H alumni themselves.”

The team’s current goal is to attend the three competitions held at the South Florida Fair, the Tampa State Fair and the University of Florida

Pam Kalil, Kayla Chisholm, Joell Wise, Kayla Wise and Kendall Hill. in Gainesville, along with the Reasons Clinic, competition is giving the reasons why you also in Gainesville, where groups from all placed each class as you did. During the comover the state meet to practice and learn tips, petition, we have to judge eight classes, and pointers and strategies. “Last year, our group four of those are reasons classes.”

There are four riders in each class. The placed third overall in the state,” Kalil said.

Kayla Wise said the team is hoping to im- real judges stand in the center of the ring, and members of the judging teams stand around prove this year.

“The top two teams get to go to regionals the outside rail.

“The teams are split up, and everyone stands in Georgia,” she said. “I do believe we have a good chance of representing Palm Beach by themselves. There’s no talking allowed, or County at regionals, and maybe even at the you’ll get disqualified,” Kayla Wise continued. nationals in Texas. The hardest part of the See ROSENBERG, page 31

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Clinics Can Help Packs House In First Area Fundraiser

On Tuesday, Sept. 16, dozens of guests packed Jordan’s Steak Bistro in Wellington for the inaugural Stars Behind the Bar celebrity bartending event benefiting Clinics Can Help.

The event featured tasty tidbits, the chance to win some incredible auction items, and of course, libations made by the celebrity bartenders.

“I am humbled by the support of so many and thrilled that we were able to raise money to help bring much-needed medical equipment and supplies to a greater number of people in our community,” said Silvia Garcia, celebrity bartender and board member of Clinics Can Help, who helped to raise close to $2,000 for the nonprofit with this event.

Also participating as a celebrity bartender was Dr. Faustino Gonzalez and Sherry Eastwood, who

served a variety of drinks to guests while collecting tips for the nonprofit they hold dear to their heart.

“We are incredibly grateful to Jordan’s Steak Bistro for hosting us for this event and for the extras they provided us,” said Owen O’Neill, executive director of Clinics Can Help. “It is because of community members like Jordan Naftal, who open their door to us, and for those who so generously support us, that we are able to help close to 2,000 children and adults each year.”

In attendance for Clinics Can Help’s Stars Behind the Bar event were Brian Edwards, Donna Barry, Donna Folger, Karis Engle, Natalie Stolbach, Jim Coleman, Kathy and Al Dorsey, Joyce and Tom Parker.

To learn more about Clinics Can Help, visit www.clinicscanhelp.org or call (561) 640-2995.

(L-R) Jordan Naftal, Silvia Garcia, Owen O’Neill and Dr. Faustino Gonzalez.

New Executive Director At Darcy Hall Of Life Care In WPB

Darcy Hall of Life Care, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in West Palm Beach, has hired Chris Sefjack as its new executive director.

Sefjack most recently served as administrator at Southern Pines Healthcare in New Port Richey.

Prior to that, he was administrator for the Abbey Rehabilitation &

Nursing Center in St. Petersburg. He has 20 years of experience working in long-term care. He has also been a firefighter and served in the U.S. Navy for 25 years.

“Chris has a keen sense of what skilled nursing facilities should exemplify, not only from being a licensed nursing home administrator

but also from providing support to nursing centers as a first responder,” said Stacy Valdivia, vice president of Life Care Centers of America’s Sun States Region. “He has discipline and leadership skills that will serve him and the organization well.”

Originally from New Jersey, Sefjack has a master’s degree in

business and a bachelor’s degree in health services administration. He is moving to the West Palm Beach area with his fiancée, Sharon. He has three children.

Darcy Hall of Life Care, located at 2170 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd., is one of 21 skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities in Florida

operated or managed by Life Care Centers of America.

Founded in 1976, Life Care is a nationwide healthcare company.

Headquartered in Cleveland, Tenn., Life Care operates or manages more than 220 nursing, post-acute and Alzheimer’s centers in 28 states.

For more info., visit www.lcca.com.

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Central Chamber To Host Agribusiness Forum

The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce will host its next Economic Forum Luncheon on Monday, Oct. 13 at 11:30 a.m.

It will be held at the Binks Forest Country Club.

Titled Agribusiness in Palm Beach County, the luncheon will be sponsored by Wells Fargo Bank and the Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida.

Opening remarks will be made by Chamber CEO Wayne Burns; Brian Lohmann, supervisor of accounting for the Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative; and Eddy L. Rodriguez,

vice president, senior business relationship manager and agriculture specialist for Wells Fargo.

Dr. Michael Swanson, an agricultural economist with Wells Fargo Bank, will be the keynote speaker.

Swanson acts as an economist and consultant for Wells Fargo, the largest commercial agricultural lender in the United States.

Based in Minneapolis, Swanson is responsible for analyzing the impact of energy on agriculture; forecasting for key agricultural commodities, such as wheat, soybeans, corn and cotton; and analyz-

ABWA Set To Meet Oct. 8

The Northern Palm Beach Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet Wednesday, Oct. 8 at the PGA Embassy Suites Hotel.

The October speaker will be Maureen D’Elicio, consultant and coach/ small business advocate with MRD Consulting & Coaching Inc. The program title is, “My Most Valued Business Lesson: Two Heads Are Better Than One.” D’Elicio is known for providing a practical and insightful approach to improving business and relationships.

Networking will take place from 6 to 6:30 p.m., with the dinner and program following.

The cost is $20. Guests are welcome. To make reservations, or get more information, call Dottie Smith at (772) 545-7145 or Pat Key at (561) 622-2713.

The Embassy Suites Hotel is located at 4350 PGA Blvd. in Palm Beach Gardens.

For more information on the American Business Women’s Association, call Chapter President Pat Key at (561) 622-2713 or visit www. abwanpbflorida.org.

ing livestock sectors, such as cattle, dairy and hogs.

Additionally, Swanson helps develop credit and risk strategies for Wells Fargo’s customers, and performs macroeconomic and international analysis on agricultural production and agribusiness.

Prior to joining Wells Fargo in 2000, he worked for four years at Land O’ Lakes, a large national dairy cooperative based in Minnesota. There, he supervised a portion of the supply chain for dairy products, including scheduling the production, warehousing and dis-

tribution of more than 400 million pounds of cheese every year. He also supervised the sales forecasting process for Land O’ Lakes.

The luncheon is free for chamber members at the supporter level or higher. For all other members, the cost is $40. Advanced guest admission is $50. At the door, admission is $60. A table for 10 is $500. Business expo tables are $100 for members and $200 for nonmembers.

Register at www.cpbchamber. com. To reserve a business expo table, call Sonya Moste at (561) 578-4813.

Dr. Michael Swanson

Chiro Clinic Hosting Unique Fundraiser For Breast Cancer Awareness Month

HealthSource Chiropractic has found a creative way to raise money for breast cancer research.

Throughout the month of October, which is internationally recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, HealthSource will be offering free neck and back pain exams to new patients in exchange for a $25 donation.

Current patients can receive a

10-minute relaxation massage with a $10 donation.

The offer is good through October for both new and current patients at the HealthSource of Royal Palm Beach office located at 125 S. State Road 7, Suite 103.

HealthSource Chiropractic is the largest chiropractic clinic in the country, with 400 clinics coast to coast. Combining modern chi-

ropractic care with the latest in progressive rehab techniques and state-of-the-art wellness programs, HealthSource’s goal is to not only help its patients get rid of their pain, but to ensure that its patients live the healthiest years of their lives.

For more information, contact HealthSource of Royal Palm Beach at (561) 792-4016 or hsroyalpalm beach@healthsourcechiro.com.

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A Guide to Some of The Best Fine and Casual Dining Spots in the Western Communities!

Royal Palm Beach 1241 N. State Rd. 7, Suite 8 Just south of Okeechobee Blvd.

561-422-6090

The first Philly Grill opened in Broward County in 1994 offering patrons a taste of Philly’s “famous” Cheesesteaks in a casual restaurant environment.

The bread (Amoroso), Steak, pretzels and water ice are all directly from Philadelphia creating the perfect Philly experience. Although known for our cheesesteaks, we also offer a variety of different hoagies, salads, wings and burgers and grilled chicken sandwiches. Offering a casual relaxed atmosphere, the food is worth the trip. Located just south of Okeechobee Blvd they are located on the southwest corner in the plaza at 1241 N State Road 7, in Royal Palm Beach, With two locations in Palm Beach County, a food truck and a third location on its way, Philly Grill will be offering franchising opportunities in 2015.

For more information about Philly Grill give them a call at 561-422-6090.

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Broncos Claim Bragging Rights, Besting Hawks 28-14

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report The Palm Beach Central High School varsity football squad traveled to meet rival Seminole Ridge High School on Friday, Sept. 26, upsetting the eighth-ranked Hawks 28-14 before a capacity crowd.

The Broncos started the season 0-3, but managed to get back-toback wins. The slow start seemed like déjà vu to the Broncos (2-3, 1-0) as they experienced a similar start

last season, but managed to win the district title, including a big playoff win against the Hawks.

This victory marks the third straight Bronco win over the Hawks.

“We live by our motto, ‘we’re all we got, we’re all we need,’” said first-year head coach Tino Ierulli.

The match-up drew a lot of attention in the local sports community, so much so that it was the televised game of the week.

Early in the contest, both teams

Running back Sean Edwards grabs the ball as Bronco defenders Carrington Henderson and Aaron Williams try to bring him down.

struggled to muster any points, but it was the Broncos who scored first, when receiver Kemar Downer ran it in from 4 yards out. Nick Petrone’s kick gave the Broncos a 7-0 lead.

Palm Beach Central was able to hold on to end the half with the score still 7-0.

Turnovers proved to haunt the Hawks (2-2). Quarterback James Parson threw two picks, which the

Seminole Ridge running back Jordan Tanner is wrapped up by Palm Beach Central middle linebacker Aaron Williams, as Tanner tries to power forward.

Broncos were able to convert into points.

Downer grabbed an early second-half interception that led to the second Bronco score. Palm Beach Central quarterback Savion Harris connected with receiver Adarius Dent for a 12-yard touchdown pass.

Petrone’s kick extended the Bronco lead to 14-0.

Seminole Ridge running back

Kerrith Whyte returned the ensuing kickoff 60 yards to give the Hawks good field position. The Hawks twice gambled on fourth-down plays to move the chains. Whyte eventually drove in for the score on a 2-yard carry. Jacob Curran’s kick closed the gap to 14-7 in the third quarter.

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Palm Beach Central receiver Larry Dunnon catches a short touchdown pass from quarterback Savion Harris.

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WHS Wolverines Dominate Spanish River In 61-6 Victory

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington High School varsity football squad hosted Spanish River High School in a non-district contest on Friday, Sept. 26 and dominated the Sharks 61-6.

The Wolverines (4-1) scored early and often as they cruised to their third consecutive win.

Wellington is averaging 44 points per game this season, and many teams have had difficulty stopping their air attack.

Against Spanish River, Wellington combined for 328 total yards, and eight different players scored for the Wolverines.

After a three-and-out possession by the Wolverines, it didn’t take long to power up their offense.

Defensive end Tyler Somers recovered a Spanish River fumble in midfield to energize the Wolverine offense. Quarterback Shannon Patrick connected with receiver Austin Gilman for a 50-yard touchdown to initiate the scoring frenzy that would follow.

Wellington scored four more times before the end of the first half to take a commanding 35-6 halftime

lead. By the end of the half, four players had recorded scores for the Wolverines.

Two forced fumbles and three sacks by the Wellington defense limited the Shark offense. In addi-

tion to shutting down the Spanish River offense in the second half, the Wolverines tallied another 26 points to run away with the 61-6 win.

Running back Mike Howard is credited with two touchdowns.

Receiver Austin Gilman runs 50 yards for Wellington’s first score.

Running backs Christian Goss and Kyle Branch earned scores; and receivers Ahmmon Richards, Austin Gilman and Jean Rene all scored touchdowns.

Receiver Trevor Reisenberg had

a 50-yard kickoff return for a score, and Patrick totaled 157 yards passing and three scores.

Wellington begins district play on Thursday, Oct. 2 at Jupiter High School at 7 p.m.

Defensive end Matt Mazzatti closes in on a sack, one of three recorded by the Wolverine defense.

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Popular GPL Tournament Moving To International Polo Club

The International Gay Polo League Tournament is moving to the International Polo Club Palm Beach.

After tremendous growth since its inception, the Wellington-based Gay Polo League announced Wednesday

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that it is moving from the Grand Champions Polo Club to a larger venue to accommodate more spectators and vendors.

The 6th Annual International GPL Tournament, featuring top-rated pros and GPL players from around the world, will be held April 9-11, 2015 with the Founders Cup and Senator Cup games on Saturday, April 11.

The 2014 event featured a record turnout of teams and addition of four new GPL players making their tournament debut.

A sellout crowd attended last year’s championship and week-long social events, including the Polotini

Party and IPC Sunday Brunch, attracting new fans to polo.

Since its fledgling first-year event, the GPL tournament has grown from 1,500 fans to more than 6,000.

“I am thrilled our 2015 event will have a new home at the International Polo Club,” said Chip McKenney, founder and president of the Gay Polo League. “The change of venue offers unlimited opportunity to continue to grow our event. IPC is an internationally-recognized firstclass polo venue.”

Created in 2006, the Gay Polo League is an international organization and only organized gay polo league in the world.

The International Gay Polo League Tournament Week, which celebrated its landmark fifth anniversary with a record five teams, is the league’s flagship event.

Players travel from all over the world for not only the competition, but camaraderie. The GPL has four U.S. chapters in Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York and Wellington.

The International GPL Tournament will be held during the 111th Maserati U.S. Open season-ending tournament. Sponsorship package information and ticket prices will be announced at a later date. Learn more at www.gaypolo.com.

Berean Defense Stops Gateway Charter 9-6 The Royal Palm Beach Strikers U-12 boys competitive soccer team has won four consecutive tournaments. The Strikers are off to an incredible 2014-15 season. Coached by Mal Hasan, the boys have shown endurance and competitive spirit. They won the Vero Cup, the Tampa Bay Labor Day Showcase and the Goal to Goal Cup - Region A. On Sept. 28, the team defeated Weston Black in the finals at the United Soccer Cup in Plantation. The team is now ranked No. 4 in the state. (Front row, L-R) Vicente De Brito, Trey Thomas, Esteban Ramirez, Matthew Palma, Luis Sanchez, Rafael Moriera and Caleb Walker; (back row) coach Mal Hasan, Adam Morales, Oneil Dawes, Franco Arancibia, Nicolas Ramirez and assistant coach Duane Thomas.

Berean Christian School’s defense played a great game last Thursday night, not allowing any points on the defensive side of the ball, defeating Gateway Charter School 9-6.

In the first half, Berean’s offense drove the ball deep into Gateway territory and hit the red zone time after time. However, mistakes continued to thwart the team from putting points on the board. Gateway’s solid defense took advantage of multiple penalties and shut the Bulldogs out of the pay dirt. However, Daryk Ra-

cine hit an early 30-yard field goal to give Berean a 3-0 lead at the half.

Early in the second half, the Bulldogs offense finally got it right.

Quarterback Chris Mauck hit Racine on a deep post and the speedy senior raced 72 yards to score. The kick was blocked, and the Bulldogs took a 9-0 lead, which held until late in the fourth quarter.

With less than 4 minutes to go, a Mauck pass was deflected into a Gateway defender’s hands, and he raced 40 yards to make the score 9-6.

Berean’s defense stepped up once again, as sophomore Sawyer Losey picked off his second pass of the evening, and Gateway’s last-ditch effort was halted. Mauck took a knee to run out the clock, and the Bulldogs took their season to a school record 5-0 start.

Berean’s home game stretch continues this week, as they celebrate homecoming on Friday night against St. John’s Lutheran. Game time is 7 p.m. at Wellington High School. Admission and parking is free.

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continued from page 29 were forced to punt, and a high snap sailed over Curran’s head and was recovered by the Broncos at the Hawk’s 4-yard line. Palm Beach Central was able to capitalize. Harris connected with Larry Dunnon, this time from 4 yards out. Petrone’s kick made it 21-7 in the fourth quarter.

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continued from page 23 “You can take notes on how and why you place the class. Then, one by one, you go before the judge and explain how and why you placed the class, and you can’t use your notes.

It’s all oral.”

Negativity is frowned upon. “For example, you can’t say a horse had bad conformation. You have to say a different horse had better conformation. And for every two faults you give, you also have to give one positive comment, like mentioning the horse had a correct, forward trot,” she said. “The judges compare how accurate your placing and rea-

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But Seminole Ridge would not go down without a fight. Parson led a much-needed drive and capped it with a 1-yard touchdown run. Curran’s kick made it 28-14 with less than four minutes remaining.

An on-side kick by the Hawks was unsuccessful, and the Broncos

held on to the 28-14 win.

“We gotta tighten up some of the mistakes and get a little more disciplined,” Ierulli said.

Savion completed seven of 13 passes for 72 yards and two touchdowns. The Broncos totaled 178 yards on the ground and racked up 16 first downs.

Palm Beach Central travels to Santaluces on Friday, Oct. 3 at 7 p.m. Seminole Ridge begins district play and travels to Palm Beach Gardens on Thursday, Oct. 2 at 7 p.m.

sons were. The closest to their own results get the most points. It’s very individual, and all of the judges are looking for different things. Some of them have pet peeves, like wanting to see longer reins or looking for more contact. It varies a lot. If I was a judge, I’d want to see longer reins, riding with the seat more than the hands. I hate seeing riders jerk their horses around.”

She specifically enjoys judging the reining classes. “They pack a lot of technique into a short time, all the galloping, sliding and pivots,” Kayla Wise said. “But we have to be able to judge every kind of class, both Western and English. As a team, we help each other, studying all the different disciplines and comparing our notes.”

Last year, there were about 300

kids attending the statewide competitions, and the local group came in third. “That’s pretty impressive,” Kalil said. “But it’s expensive — the traveling and staying in hotels and meals and all. We’re hoping some local businesses or interested individuals will step forward and help us out. Last year we raised $400 to $500, and so far this year we’ve raised about $400 by selling candy or cleaning stalls after horse shows. We’re a nonprofit organization, so we can offer a tax break, plus we can do advertising on all our promotional materials and our Facebook page.”

In other words, some good kids in need of a little help.

For more information, call Kalil at (561) 436-9847 or visit www. pbcgov.com/coextension/4h.

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Palm Beach Central defenders Keenan Guggan and Robert Billingsley break up a pass play in the end zone to Seminole Ridge receiver PHOTO BY GENE NARDI/TOWN-CRIER Steeve Dante.

Hawk Swim Boys Victorious In Meet

The Seminole Ridge High School boys and girls swim and dive teams competed Sept. 18 against Palm Beach Central High School. The Hawk boys were victorious, with numerous gold and silver wins, and a final team score of 90-60. Notable first-place swimmers included Christian Cioffi in the 50-meter and 100-meter freestyle; Nik Traver in the 200-meter freestyle; Patrick Gadzinski, Nashiem Reid, Joe Rizzo and Julian Soucy in the 200-meter freestyle relay; Tyler Camacho, Christian Cioffi, Nick Diasio and Joe Rizzo in the 200-meter medley relay; Nick Diasio in the 500-meter freestyle; and Patrick Goolsby in diving.

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Saturday, Oct. 4 • The Audubon Society of the Everglades will car pool around Storm Water Treatment Area 1E on Saturday, Oct 4 at 7 a.m. For more info., visit www.auduboneverglades.org, e-mail asetripinfo @gmail.com or call Linda at (561) 742-7791.

• The Alumni Association of Palm Beach Atlantic University will host its annual golf tournament and auction on Saturday, Oct. 4 at the PGA National Resort & Spa. The golf tournament begins at 7 a.m. with breakfast, followed by a helicopter ball drop at 8:15 a.m. A shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. begins the tournament. Visit www. pba.edu/alumni-events for more info.

• The seventh annual Run for the Animals & Family Fun Day will take place Saturday, Oct. 4 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Micanopy Pavilion at Okeeheelee Park. The 5K run and walk will begin at 8 a.m. with registration at 7 a.m. The one-mile family/dog walk will begin shortly thereafter.

Call Barbara Masi at (561) 688-3981 or e-mail animalkindness@pbso.org for more info.

• The Mounts Botanical Garden (531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach) will host Urban Farming: Vegetable Growing on Saturday, Oct. 4 at 9 a.m. Learn techniques on site preparation, seedling establishment, planting, maintenance, pest and disease control, watering efficiently and harvesting, and the best way and time to start planting vegetables. For more info., call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org.

• St. Peter’s United Methodist Church (12200 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington) will hold its Fall Community Harvest Fest on Saturday, Oct 4 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. with craft vendors, a barbecue dinner, a bake sale, on-stage entertainment, kids games and more. For more info., call Lori Maxwell at (561) 632-4484 or e-mail lori_maxwell@hotmail.com.

• The Okeeheelee Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a Nature Walk for all ages Saturday, Oct. 4 at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy a free guided nature walk through the pine flatwoods forest and learn about the local plants and animals.

Call (561) 233-1400 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Bird Bonanza for ages 2 to 6 on Saturday, Oct. 4 at 11 a.m. Fly in for fun stories featuring feathery friends. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host its Acoustic Java Jam for adults Saturday, Oct. 4 at 2 p.m. Experience a caffeinated collection of local talent or bring your acoustic instruments and jam out. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• Clay-Glass-Metal-Stone Gallery (16 South J Street, Lake Worth) will host a Cat-O-Strophic Event with portraits of cats as only an artist can imagine them, opening with a reception Saturday, Oct. 4 from 6 to 9 p.m. The show runs through Tuesday, Oct. 14. Call (561) 588-8344 for more info.

Sunday, Oct. 5 • The Acreage Green Market will take place

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Sunday, Oct. 5 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Acreage Community Park (6701 140th Ave. North). The event will feature the Four-Legged Food Drive & Charity Dog Wash to benefit Loxahatchee Lost & Found Pets, Loxahatchee Adoptable/Rescued Pets and Tiki Kiti & Poni Rescue. For more info., visit www.acreagegreenmarket.org or call (561) 723-3898.

• Barnes & Noble (10500 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington) will celebrate Hispanic Heritage on Sunday, Oct. 5 at noon with a special storytime featuring Pio Peep with activities and snacks to follow. Call (561) 792-1292 for more info.

• Shtulman Family Chiropractic (8855 Hypoluxo Road, Suite C-11, Lake Worth) will hold its third annual Fall Family Festival on Sunday, Oct. 5 from noon to 2 p.m. with pumpkin painting, fall treats, giveaways and more. Everything is free and open to the community. RSVP to sasha@ welladjustedfamily.com or (561) 275-2525.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “With You, Chile!” for adults Sunday, Oct. 5 at 1 p.m. Celebrate the beautiful Chilean culture through dance, music and handcrafted art. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The first “Horses Helping People” Family Resource Day will be held Sunday, Oct. 5 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Van Kampen Arena at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (13500 South Shore Blvd., Wellington). The community can connect directly with the recreational and therapeutic facilities in Palm Beach County offering horseback riding and equine-assisted activities. For more info., call Abbi Bentz at (561) 789-6076 or e-mail abentz@visitingangels.com.

Monday, Oct. 6 • Community of Hope Church (14055 Okeechobee Blvd.) will host its annual Pumpkin Patch from Monday, Oct. 6 through Oct. 31. A variety of pumpkins, mini pumpkins and gourds will be available, along with baked goods. The patch will be open Mondays through Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more info., visit www.gocoh.com.

• The Wellington Garden Club will meet Monday, Oct. 6 in the Greenview Room at the Wellington Community Center (12159 W. Forest Hill Blvd.), with a business meeting at 10:30 a.m., followed by lunch at 11:30 a.m. and a program at 12:15 p.m. on farmhouse tomatoes. Guests are welcome. RSVP to Mary Ann Hesser at (561) 792-6690. For more info., visit www.wellington gardenclub.org.

Tuesday, Oct. 7 • Palms West Hospital will host “aBREAST of Your Health” on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at noon in Classroom 2. Doctors and other experts will talk diagnostic breast screenings, robotic surgery and more. Call (561) 345-7009 for more info.

• Temple Beth Tikvah (4550 Jog Road, Greenacres) will conduct its second free Iris & Alvin Lazarus L’Chaim Series beginning Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 1 p.m. Call (561) 967-3600 for more info.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Are You Ready to Lego?”

for ages 3 to 6 on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 3:30 p.m.

Call (561) 790-6030 for more info.

• Barnes & Noble (10500 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington) will host “Special Storytime: Books With No Pictures” on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 4 p.m. with activities and snacks. Call (561) 792-1292 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Pokémon League for ages 8 and up Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 5:30 p.m. Bring your DS or Pokémon cards and get ready to battle, trade and make new friends. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Election Time 2014: Know the Issues” on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 6:30 p.m. State constitutional amendments and local ballot questions will be voted on during the upcoming election. Todd Bonlarron with the Palm Beach County Legislative Affairs Department will offer a clear explanation of what each of these initiatives mean. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host By Hook or By Crook Crochet Club for ages 9 and up Tuesdays, Oct. 7 and 21 at 6:30 p.m. Learn basic stitches and socialize while you work on projects. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Audubon Society of the Everglades will meet Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 7 p.m. at the FAU Pine Jog Environmental Education Center (6301 Summit Blvd.). Bird banding research scientist Nancy LaFramboise will speak on bird banding basics and current local research on painted buntings.

Refreshments will be served at 6:30 p.m. The meeting is free and open to the public. Visit www. auduboneverglades.org for more info.

Wednesday, Oct. 8 • The Audubon Society of the Everglades will hold a Bird Walk at the Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge (10216 Lee Road, Boynton Beach) on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 7:30 a.m. at the Marsh Trail. Visit www. auduboneverglades.org, e-mail asetripinfo@ gmail.com or call Linda at (561) 742-7791 for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Character Counts: Sharing & Caring for ages 3 to 5 on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 11:15 a.m. Enjoy games, music, a craft and stories that enhance sharing and caring qualities. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• Barnes & Noble (10500 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington) will host a Full Moon Party on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 7 p.m. Come dressed as a werewolf for a special storytime to kick off the spooky days of Halloween. Call (561) 792-1292 for more info.

Thursday, Oct. 9 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “Election Time 2014: Know the Issues” on Thursday, Oct. 9 at 2 p.m. State constitutional amendments and local ballot questions will be voted on during the upcoming election. Todd Bon-

The Town-Crier larron with the Palm Beach County Legislative Affairs Department will offer a clear explanation of what each of these initiatives mean. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• Sequin Palm Beach (219 Worth Ave.) will host an appreciation reception benefiting the Arthur R. Marshall Foundation for the Everglades on Thursday, Oct. 9 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. A chance drawing for $1,500 and two $500 gift cards will take place. For more info., call Sequin Palm Beach at (561) 328-8405 or the Marshall Foundation at (561) 233-9004 or visit www. artmarshall.org.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Fruit Trees for the Florida Homeowner on Thursday, Oct. 9 at 6:30 p.m. Susan Lerner, master gardener and president of the Palm Beach County Rare Fruit Council, will enlighten Florida gardeners about fruit trees that will thrive in this environment. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “The Crime Scene Effect: How TV & The Media Have It All Wrong” for adults Thursday, Oct. 9 at 6:30 p.m. Dr. Paul L. Friedman from Palm Beach State College will explain crime scene investigation and what really happens behind the yellow tape. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

Friday, Oct. 10 • The Mounts Botanical Garden (531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach) will host Stories in the Garden on Friday, Oct. 10 at 10 a.m.

Celebrate the 11th year of Stories in the Garden by bringing young ones ages 2 to 6 to a free nature-themed program. For more info., call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Paper Filigree: Quilled Pumpkin for adults Friday, Oct. 10 at 10:30 a.m.

Dating from the Renaissance, quilling involves rolling, looping and curling strips of paper to make decorative designs. Learn basic techniques and create a fancy scrolled pumpkin to adorn gift bags or greeting cards. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• Royal Palm Beach will host its annual Fall Fashion Show with fashions from Dress Barn on Friday, Oct. 10 at 11 a.m. at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center (151 Civic Center Way).

See the latest fashions for the fall season with local seniors modeling the outfits. Hors d’oeuvres, lunch, a raffle and door prizes, as well as entertainment, are included. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Purchase tickets at the Cultural Center, or register online at www. royalpalmbeach.com.

• The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a free screening of the film How to Train Your Dragon 2 on Friday, Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 or visit www. wellingtonfl.gov.

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

JEREMY JAMES PLUMBING — Licensed plumber, legitimate estimate. Water heaters, new construction. CFC1426242. Bonded Insured. CFC1426242. 561-601-6458

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

CLEANING - HOME/OFFICE

J&B PRESSURE CLEANING & PAINTING, INC. — Established 1984. All types of pressure cleaning, roofs, houses, driveways, patios etc. Commercial & Residential.

Interior & Exterior painting.

Certified pressure cleaning & painti n g c o n t r a c t o r. L i c . # U 2 1 5 5 2 C a l l Butch at 309-6975 or visit us at www. jbpressurecleaningandpainting.com

WE CLEAN OFFICES & PRIVATE HOMES — Licensed & Insured. Call for an estimate and to schedule your apartment. Discount for Central Palm Beach County Chamber members and to all new clients for first cleaning. 561-385-8243 Lic. #2012-252779

COMPUTER REPAIR D.J. COMPUTER — Home & office, Spyware removal, websites, networks, repairs, upgrades, virus removal, tutoring. Call Jeff 561-333-1923 Cell 561-252-1186 Lic’d Well. & Palm Beach. We accept major credit cards.

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

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ERRANDS PICKUP GROCERIES HOME AND PET SUPPLIES — Kitchen organizing wait for appointments in your home, etc.

References available. 561-707-2834

FLOORING C O M P L E T E F L O O R I N G R E M O VA L ! B E S T R AT E S ! A L L T Y P E S O F FLOORS! — Your local flooring store and more. www.buyithereflooring.com 561-333-2306 buyithere7@gmail.com

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

HOUSECLEANING EXPERIENCED — reliable local references. Pet sitting available. Call Charlene 561-572-1782

LANDSCAPING PALM BEACH LANDSCAPE INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE SERVICES — Commercial and Residential. If you are looking for an honest and reliable company, give us a call today. We take pride in our work! Free Estimates 561-818-1925

LAWN SERVICE YELLOWHAMMER LAWN SERVICE — High Quality, affordable yard maintenance serving the Loxahatchee area. NO CONTRACTS!.

Locally Owned & Operated. 561-320-1118 TOWN-CRIER CLASSIFIEDS 793-7606

PAINTING J&B PRESSURE CLEANING & PAINTING, INC. — Established 1984. All types of pressure cleaning, roofs, houses, driveways, patios etc. Commercial & Residential. Interior & Exterior painting. Certified pressure cleaning & painting contractor. Lic. #U21552 Call Butch 309-6975 or visit ourwebsite at www.jbpressurecleaningandpainting.com

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JOHN PERGOLIZZI PAINTING INC. — Interior/Exterior - Repaint specialist, pressure cleaning, popcorn ceiling, drywall repair & roof painting. Family owned/owner operator. Free Est. 798-4964 Lic. #U18473 COLORS BY CORO, INC. — Int./Ext. residential painting, over 20 yrs exp. Small Jobs welcome. Free est. Ins. 561-383-8666. Owner/Operated. Lic.# U20627 Ins. Wellington Resident

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PRESSURE CLEANING

PRESSURE PROS OF PALM BEACH— Driveway starting at $59. Chemical wash roofs starting at $99 www.wellingtonpressurewasher.com. Free Estimates.

Licensed & Insured.561-718-9851

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

ROOFING REPAIRS REROOFING ALL TYPES — Pinewood Construction, Inc. Honest and reliable. Serving Palm Beach County for over 20 years. Call Mike 561-309-0134 Lic. Ins. Bonded. CGC-023773 RC-0067207

SECURITY SECURITY — American owned local security company in business 30 plus years.

Protection by officers drug tested. 40 hour course. Licensed & Insured. 561-848-2600

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

EMPLOYMENT

TIRES/AUTO REPAIRS TIRES/AUTO REPAIRS— Located behind Al Packer West off Southern Blvd. Tires for autos, trucks and commercial vehicles. 561-790-7228.

587 105 Ave. N. Unit 28, Royal Palm Beach.

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

WALLPAPERING PAPERHANGING BY DEBI — Professional Installation,Removal. Repair of Paper.

Neat, Clean & Reliable. Quality work with a woman’s touch. 30 years experience.

No Job too big or too small. Lic. & Ins. References available. 561-795-5263

WATER TREATMENT NEED A NEW WATER SYSTEM! — Let us come out and give you an estimate. Call Mike 561-792-5400

OFFICE SPACE EXECUTIVE AND VIRTUAL OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE – WELLINGTON FLORIDA Furnished or unfurnished office space available. Unlimited use of conference rooms, reception, kitchen with no extra fees.

Utilities included. The best LAKE VIEW in Wellington! Please contact Steve at 561227-1500 or at info@lakewellington.com

BOOKKEEPER NEEDED — part-time, experienced in QuickBooks, flexible hours.

Please fax resume to 561-791-0952 HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER IN WELLINGTON — Now hiring certified teachers.$10-$15/hour. Call 561-594-1920 E-mail: MarleneGiraud@hlcwellington.com DRIVERS: $5,000 Sign-On Bonus!

— Great pay! Consistent Freight, Great Miles on this Regional Account.

Werner Enterprises: 1-855-517-2488 PRESCHOOL CLASSROOM AIDE — Needed part-time 2 PM - 6PM 561-790-0808 VPK TEACHER — Needed for preschool full time. Experience required. 561-790-0808 CABINET SALES PERSON — with “Designer 20-20” program experience, good communication skills, flexible. Please call 561-333-2306. Buy It Here Flooring & More.

LOOKING FOR AN EXPERIENCED COOK AND WAITRESS — to work for a breakfast and lunch restaurant. Must be very motivated and able to work independently with general supervision. Please apply in person@251 Royal Palm Beach Blvd.

Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411. Located on the Corner of Royal Palm & Southern Blvd.

FULL-TIME MONDAY-FRIDAY, 8:30 TO 5:00 — Property Management Office in South Bay. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong prioritizing, multi-tasking and organizational skills, ability to give and receive detailed information, punctual attendance and appreciation in following company policies, three to five years’ experience in a similar environment or position required. Email to tina.wilson@theroyalcompanies.com

Wanted Part-Time Writer Local newspaper covering central Palm Beach County has a parttime position available for a news writer. Must have some writing experience and an interest in covering governmental meetings.

Fax resume and clips to (561) 793-6090 or e-mail palmswestnews@gmail.com.

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