Town-Crier Newspaper October 7, 2016

TOWN-CRIER

TO OUR READERS

Due to logistical problems created by Hurricane Matthew, the Town-Crier was unable to print and distribute the Oct. 7 edition in a timely manner. This edition covers the issues of Oct. 7 and Oct. 14. We regret any inconvenience this may have caused and look forward to returning to our regular schedule with the issue of Oct. 21.

Improvements Planned

For The Intersection Of Southern And Forest Hill

The intersection of Forest Hill Blvd. and State Road 80/Southern Blvd. will undergo major improvements under a plan presented by the Florida Department of Transportation to the Wellington Village Council late last month. The council approved a resolution supporting the project. Page 7

LuLaRoe Party Kicks

Off Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The LuLaRoe Lovin’ Sisters Boutique held an in-house LuLaRoe party on Saturday, Oct. 1 to benefit the Your Bosom Buddies II Breast Cancer Support Group. The event kicked off Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Page 11

Lox Groves CERT Uses Matthew As A Drill

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report

Hurricane Matthew caused minimal damage in the western communities, but the Loxahatchee Groves Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) was active the day after the storm passed by Palm Beach County, turning the event into an exercise for new members.

“Our team here in Loxahatchee Groves is having a really quick activation this morning for the newest members who have never been through a hurricane,” said CERT Director Ken Johnson, who was at the Loxahatchee Groves Water Control District Office on Friday morning preparing for the exercise as Hurricane Matthew worked its way up the Florida coast.

“All of the members are going to drive a designated route, coming back to the base, which is on Okeechobee.”

The team members did a rapid impact assessment to get a feel for what’s going on when they do have to activate for an emergency. “It’s going

See CERT, page 4

Roth And Simeone Seek To Replace Rooney In District 85

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report

Republican Rick Roth and Democrat Robert Simeone are vying for the opportunity to replace Republican State Rep. Pat Rooney in District 85.

District 85, a northern Palm Beach County district that includes most of The Acreage, trends Republican. Rooney’s decision to step down set up a primary race between Roth, a well-known Palm Beach County businessman, and Andrew Watt, Rooney’s legislative aide.

Rick Roth — Owner of Roth Farms in Belle Glade, Roth is a Palm Beach County native with many traits that he said would help him be successful in Tallahassee.

“I think the most important trait you have is that you’ve had years of experience — business experience, and other experience, where you’ve been dealing with a lot of people and you have had to accomplish a lot of things and make a lot of decisions,” he said.

He considers his business experience a key asset.

Wellington Officials Pleased By Storm Mobilization Efforts

By Julie Unger

Town-Crier Staff Report

When Hurricane Matthew was projected to roar through our area as a Category 4 storm, Wellington put its hurricane contingency plans into high gear.

But by Thursday afternoon, Oct. 6, Wellington’s Emergency Operations Center was reducing the threat level and phone calls were coming in less frequently.

Everyone breathed a sigh of relief as Hurricane Matthew brought some wind and just a few inches of rain to Wellington. A few trees fell, and some residents were left without power, but overall, the village was unscathed.

Wellington Village Manager Paul Schofield said Wellington survived “exceptionally well.”

“Our highest sustained winds were about 35 miles per hour with gusts. I don’t think we had one over 50 or 55 [mph]. We only had

about an inch, inch-and-a-half, of rainfall. Our water levels had been pre-prepared for the storm,” he said.

Florida Power & Light was out restoring power to homes that had power outages as soon as the all clear was given, Schofield said.

The village returned to normal operations on Friday. Some street lights were out, specifically along South Shore Blvd.

“While we prepared for the worst, we were very happy with what we got,” Schofield said. “We came through it really, really well.”

The massive rainfall of Tropical Storm Isaac in 2012 brought almost as much damage to the area as the hurricanes of 2004, he said, and Wellington is always preparing for the next weather emergency.

“We prepare for this every day,” Schofield said. “We use the

See STORM, page 4

COMMUNITY OF HOPE PUMPKIN PATCH

get things done, while understanding that everyone wants the same thing, means that people have to work together, Roth explained. Working together means realizing that other people are just utilizing different means to achieve the same goals.

Roth said that his experience as a business owner has helped him focus on long-term and shortterm goals, as well as how to be a team player, leading and directing people.

The Poets In Autumn Tour Brings A Crowd to Wellington High School Kingdom Promotions presented the Poets in Autumn Tour on Sunday, Oct. 2 at Wellington High School. The show featured a Christian spoken word and poetry production. Page 17

OPINION

Vote YES On The Countywide One-Cent Surtax Ballot Question

Voters heading to the polls on or before Tuesday, Nov. 8 will have the opportunity to help Palm Beach County rebuild from years of capital neglect brought on by the belt-tightening of the recent recession. They should take the opportunity to support these necessary road, infrastructure and school projects.

If approved, the county’s sales tax will increase from 6 percent to 7 percent for up to 10 years.

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In the Aug. 30 primary, Roth easily secured the Republican nomination, taking 6,662 votes (62.02 percent) to Watt’s 4,077 votes (37.96 percent). Roth moved on to face Simeone, a retired Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office deputy who founded a local nonprofit organization serving injured veterans, in the general election on Nov. 8.

“One of the advantages of being a business owner is you spend your own money. You learn from your mistakes, and I think that’s one of the things that’s missing in politics today — people have to be willing to admit their mistakes and move on,” Roth said. “There are things that work and there are things that don’t work, and when they don’t work, we have to change them.”

Common sense and wanting to

“I’ve learned to direct people without micromanaging them. Let them do their job, and let them tell you how to do their job. You evaluate them, and you evaluate what you’re doing,” he said. “It’s really important to be outcome-based. You need to do things in order to achieve a certain goal. If you’re not achieving that goal, you have to do something different.”

For 40 years, Roth said, he

See DISTRICT 85, page 15

Voters To Decide On County’s One-Cent Sales Tax Increase

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report

On the Nov. 8 general election ballot, all Palm Beach County voters will be asked a question that will affect almost every purchase for the next decade, or when the county collects at least $2.7 billion.

The countywide question would allow Palm Beach County to collect an additional one-cent sales tax to support schools, roads and other capital projects.

The text of the amendment is: “To enhance education by improving district-owned school buildings, equipment, technology and security; purchase school buses, public safety vehicles and equipment; and equip, construct and repair roads, bridges, signals, streetlights, sidewalks, parks, drainage, shoreline and wastewater infrastructure, recreational and governmental facilities; shall the county levy a one-cent sales surtax beginning Jan. 1, 2017 and

automatically ending on or before Dec. 31, 2026, with independent oversight by citizen committees?”

The funds gained from raising the county’s sales tax from 6 percent to 7 percent would be split among the school district (50 percent), the county (30 percent) and municipalities (20 percent).

Assistant County Administrator Todd Bonlarron has been visiting groups, organizations and libraries to explain the countywide question, as well as the four state constitutional amendments on the ballot.

Last month, local voters gathered at the Wellington library to learn more about the ballot question.

“It’s sponsored by the Board of County Commissioners and the Palm Beach County School Board,” he said.

Starting in 2008, the county faced belt-tightening brought on by the national recession,

Bonlarron explained. Instead of cutting crucial county operations and services, infrastructure was maintained on a pay-as-you-go basis, leading to a huge backlog in needed capital projects.

“When they started slashing some of those capital construction budgets to keep the operational side afloat, a lot of that infrastructure started crumbling,” Bonlarron said. “A couple of options were discussed.”

The options included increasing ad valorem taxes and/or issuing bonds, both of which were rejected, and the proposed one-penny sales surtax.

“They looked at this particular funding source — which the legislature grants to all governments, and all but nine local governments in the State of Florida use some form of this local infrastructure sales surtax,” Bonlarron said.

The referendum asks voters to

See SALES TAX, page 15

Several dozen volunteers gathered Saturday, Oct. 1 at Community of Hope Church to help set up the annual pumpkin patch. Volunteers hauled hay, leaves, buckets, baskets and, of course, pumpkins across the church lawn in anticipation of visitors. Shown above, Kayla Munsterteiger, David Kite and Joy Kite invite the community to visit the pumpkin patch.

MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 10

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Wellington Home Show Set For Oct. 15 At

Amphitheater

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report

Residents from Wellington and the surrounding areas are in for a home-improvement treat Saturday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. when MainMeet Events brings the Wellington Home Show to the Wellington Amphitheater for the first time.

MainMeet Events President Stacy Pesacov is excited about the upcoming show, which will help pair residents with local home product and service exhibitors to help with any sort of remodeling or renovation projects.

“The Wellington Home Show is a little different than all of the other home shows because it’s a premium neighborhood home show,” she explained. “We feel like it’s a great idea essentially going right into the back yards of

where a lot of the people live who have homes that will need repairs, remodeling and design.”

Holding it at the amphitheater, she explained, makes it easy and convenient for residents to attend the free, informative show.

“It’s a beautiful location. It’s very family-friendly. It’s very accessible,” Pesacov said.

During the event, there will be dog adoptions with Big Dog Ranch Rescue, radio celebrity appearances from 900 AM Talk of the Palm Beaches, 95.9 South Florida’s the Palm and 93.5 the Bar FM.

Special to the Wellington Home Show will be polo favorites from the Wellington Hospitality Group, a 1964 British double-decker bus to serve sushi and cocktails, along with the Funky Buddha BeerSee HOME SHOW, page 4

Wellington B&G Club Debuts New Gardening Program

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report

The Neil S. Hirsch Family Boys & Girls Club of Wellington is growing — and what’s growing there is edible.

Children at the club will be growing fruits and vegetables in the club’s four new garden beds with the help and guidance of the Growums program.

On Saturday, Oct. 1, the club held an open house where children and their families enjoyed basketball and snacks as the new vegetable and herb garden was unveiled.

Aside from Growums, the garden was made possible with support from the Young Professionals of Wellington, the Village

of Wellington, H&J Contracting, Oldcastle Coastal, Ultima Fitness & Wellness and Allied Trucking of the Palm Beaches.

Jessica Merrell, representing both Ultima and the Young Professionals, was proud to help get the garden underway. “At the Young Professionals of Wellington, we wanted to get our hands dirty — apparently, quite literally — with what we give back to the community,” Merrell said. “I think it was not coincidental and perhaps a little bit of fate that at the same time that we were looking to do a community garden initiative, that [Boys & Girls Club Director] Kenda [Peterson] showed up to one of our events. We started chitchatting about what we had lined

up for the year and what she was looking to accomplish. The Boys & Girls Club, in fact, was also looking to build a garden… From there, it kind of took off.”

Growums donated the seeds and is providing support and help to the garden. H&J Contracting donated the soil, and Oldcastle Coastal donated the pavers, which arrived Friday morning — 22,000 pounds of bricks — just in time for the unveiling.

Ultima is partnering with the club on its healthy lifestyles program, where Ultima will bring programming to the club to help the children learn about leading a healthy lifestyle.

“We’re really excited to be a part

See GARDEN, page 15

Jessica Merrell, Kenda Peterson, Councilman Michael Napoleone, Vice Mayor John McGovern, Mayor Anne Gerwig, Councilman Michael Drahos, Brian Frost, Pam Tahan and Tomas Bueno.

CERT Director Ken Johnson on his way into the Loxahatchee Groves Water Control District office in preparation for a post-hurricane exercise.

PHOTO BY RON BUKLEY/TOWN-CRIER

Michelle Damone, Betty Argue Face Off In ITID Seat 4 Runoff

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report

Longtime Indian Trail Improvement District Supervisor Michelle Damone faces a strong challenge from community activist Betty Argue in a Nov. 8 runoff election for Seat 4 on the ITID board.

Argue tallied 41.90 percent (2,004 votes) to Damone’s 38.26 percent (1,830 votes) in the Aug. 30 primary election. Keith Jordano received 19.84 percent (949 votes) and was eliminated.

Argue said that the prevailing issues are infrastructure, drainage, canals, roads, maintenance, accountability and fiscal responsibility.

“I would like to see re-centering of the focus of Indian Trail on our canals, drainage and roads, because our infrastructure is really important,” she said.

“That’s what we pay Indian Trail for. Indian Trail, obviously, is responsible for roads, drainage and parks, but our infrastructure was ignored for a long time, and as a

result, we have a lot of catching up to do.”

She said development, especially the Minto West/Westlake project, has been a major concern of hers because she feels that it is an example of overdevelopment.

“It is way more in terms of what surrounds it,” Argue said. “The amount of commercial non-residential that has been approved… with a college and hotel in the center of our rural residential, equestrian community. It doesn’t fit. That has always been a concern of mine. It’s an argument that we’ve made. There were really no concessions made. The other big concern was taking Indian Trail roads and turning them into major thoroughfares, in particular 60th Street and Persimmon Blvd. That’s something that I strongly object to.”

Although those roads are on the county’s thoroughfare map, she feels that doesn’t give the county the right to allow widening for cut-through traffic.

“Indian Trail needs to protect not only Indian Trail, but also the residents,” she said. “People bought on some of those roads not thinking that they were ever going to have a highway in front of their house. Already Persimmon has a lot of traffic… Once Minto opens up, once GL Homes opens up, once Iota Carol is built, you’re back to having the same problems, and there will be no relief besides plowing down houses to make bigger roads.”

Argue stressed that The Acreage is a rural, equestrian community and that the surrounding development is eroding that lifestyle.

“You’re now going to have people with different ideas, in the sense of where they live and what they expect, moving into our community,” she said. “They have to drive through our community to get to these new developments, and we’re entirely different. The expectations, the lifestyles, everything is entirely different, and that is going to be a big problem when

we have to find a way to protect our area, protect our residents and protect our lifestyles.”

Argue said that the county’s comprehensive plan was supposed to protect The Acreage from overdevelopment, but the county approved amendments that favor developers.

“Those protections were eroded, and that has just been the basis of our arguments, that people moved out here thinking that this was protected by the comprehensive plan,” she said.

Damone said that she is prepared for a no-holds-barred campaign over the next month.

“I know who I’m running against, not necessarily in the form of my opponent, all the negative campaigning,” she said. “I know who is behind all the negative campaigning.”

Damone said that her opponent has tried to paint a picture that Damone favored the development that is occurring all around The Acreage.

“It has been quite the opposite,” she said. “To simply say ‘no’ to development and to sue Minto, and ultimately Palm Beach County, is only taking tax dollars out of our taxpayers’ pockets for frivolous lawsuits, and in the end by saying ‘no,’ you only get what you feared. By having a positive attitude, experience and knowledge, and

speaking respectfully, you can actually negotiate things that are tolerable that are positive amenities for our community.”

Damone noted that Argue is one of the founders of ALERTS (Acreage/Loxahatchee Engaged Residents Taking a Stand) of PBC and has a record of suing the Palm

ITID Incumbent Dunkley Squares Off Against Challenger Roberts

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report

Incumbent Indian Trail Im -

provement District Supervisor

Gary Dunkley will face challenger

Steve Roberts in the Nov. 8 election in a runoff for Seat 2 after neither candidate received more than 50 percent of the vote in the Aug. 30 primary.

In that election, Dunkley garnered 38.87 percent (1,808 votes) to Roberts’ 24.04 percent (1,118 votes). Roberts narrowly edged out Ryan Bernal for spot in the runoff.

Bernal received 23.54 percent (1,095 votes), while Tim Sayre came in fourth with 13.55 percent (630 votes).

Dunkley is finishing up his first four years on the board.

“I made campaign promises, and I tried to keep up with all my promises,” he said. “I put out literature based on everything that I’ve accomplished since I have been on the board, and my focus for the future is replacing the inverted siphon, keeping our focus on drainage and infrastructure, prioritizing services of the district, and identifying water storage areas to solve our past and future problems.”

Dunkley joined the ITID board

shortly after the flooding in the area from Tropical Storm Isaac. He noted that the irony is that The Acreage has a higher elevation than the surrounding areas. It does not, however, have the same drainage rights as other areas.

“We’re in a situation now where the county has failed us,” he said.

“They have created this situation with overdevelopment, and it’s the cause of our traffic problems. We need to come up with solutions for that. I think the county has failed us by not doing its due diligence before it put all this development into it, by seeing that our roads can’t take it.”

Another important issue for Dunkley is preserving water quality. “We need to have a testing program for our water because, with all this development that’s coming up, I think we need to keep tabs on our water,” he said.

Dunkley has also started a farming class free to residents as a way to try to promote home gardening.

Above all, Dunkley said, he wants to listen to the residents.

“That’s one thing I said I would do — listen to the people and try to be fair-minded and come up with decisions that are fair for everyone,” he said.

Dunkley added that he routinely pulls items from the supervisors’ agenda at meetings to ask questions, even though he knows the answers, so that members of the public have an idea of what is happening.

“That’s what I’m there for, to shine a light on things that are not known,” Dunkley said. “There’s so many things without people having a chance to question. I try and be an advocate for the public. When I was sitting out there, I was shut up so many times… There were many times that I really wanted to lose my patience and my cool, but I try and keep my decorum and keep respectful, because I believe we can talk things through.”

Dunkley also pointed out that his campaign is completely selffinanced.

Roberts has campaigned against the high level of contention during board meetings that he believes has led to dysfunction.

“Even more so now,” Roberts said. “Over the last two or three meetings alone, berating Palm Beach County water management when they were trying to present a solution, when someone speaks up and says anything against him,

Gary actually said, ‘shut the hell up’ to a fellow board member right in the middle of the meeting. It’s just argumentative, and it’s not just to board members, but it’s also to people representing GL Homes.” Roberts said the contention is not productive but, rather, destructive.

“You’re attacking someone who is trying to present a solution and answer the question,” he said. “You have to explain yourself three times. It’s frustrating. If you can’t understand the question the first time, or the second time or the third time, then what are you doing? These are things that continue to come up.”

Roberts said that the Acreage Horseman’s Association was having trouble with its paperwork recently and, rather than offering help, a board member discussed replacing the organization.

“These are community events,” he said. “A change is needed on the board. You have to be able to get along with people. You have to be able to understand and be able to function at a level that is conducive of the community. If we need something from one of the neighboring districts, we’re not going to be able to get it if the

person on the board that tried to talk to them… is always yelling at them.”

Roberts said that there are also issues with board member interference with district staff.

“The administrator still hasn’t had his evaluation,” he said. “I know he was out sick for a while, but it still should have been done. These are all concerns, and I just don’t believe that with an attitude, and that much anger against people, it helps. We need to start working with people. Under no circumstances should you be yell-

ing and screaming at another board member. We should be working with developers that are offering resolutions for additional drainage or equestrian parks or anything that’s going to help by being an activated unit of ITID.”

Roberts said he would like to see that all nonprofits are treated fairly and equally, and see that personal issues on the board are put aside.

“These are decisions that have to be made based on the facts presented, and what the general consensus of the community is,” he said.

Michelle Damone Betty Argue

Gary Dunkley Steve Roberts

Vote YES On The Countywide One-Cent Surtax Ballot Question

Voters heading to the polls on or before Tuesday, Nov. 8 will have the opportunity to help Palm Beach County rebuild from years of capital neglect brought on by the belt-tightening of the recent recession. They should take the opportunity to support these necessary road, infrastructure and school projects.

Nestled among the candidates seeking office is a countywide referendum question: a proposed one-cent sales tax increase, with proceeds to be split among Palm Beach County, the Palm Beach County School District and the county’s municipalities over 10 years. If approved, the county’s sales tax will increase from 6 percent to 7 percent. The tax would generate an estimated $2.7 billion over 10 years toward needed infrastructure projects. Once the $2.7 billion is raised, the surtax would expire, even if the 10-year expiration date has not yet arrived.

Half of the money — or $1.35 billion — would go to the school district, with the goal of performing seriously needed maintenance and upgrades of existing buildings, as well as security and technology upgrades needed across the district. This includes the replacement of air conditioning systems at many of the district’s school buildings. Additionally, there is a need to purchase $91 million in new school buses to handle growing student enrollment.

School Superintendent Dr. Robert Avossa noted that over the past decade, state lawmakers have shorted the district roughly $865 million in construction and maintenance money. That, plus a shifting of state money away from traditional public schools and toward charter schools, has led to the district postponing much-needed infrastructure repairs and upgrades. He also said that the district’s long-term capital forecasts include $1.34 billion over the next 11 years, which can only be realized if the referendum passes next month.

At the four local high schools alone — Palm Beach Central, Royal Palm Beach, Seminole

Ridge and Wellington — there’s an estimated $49.5 million in upgrades and repairs, including replacement of exterior doors and windows, making Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance upgrades, replacement of plumbing and boilers, roof repairs, classroom furniture, energy-efficient lighting and field improvements, plus the installation of campus security such as additional alarms and video surveillance.

An estimated $810 million — 30 percent — would go to Palm Beach County infrastructure repairs — primarily county roads, bridges, parks and buildings. Infrastructure repairs have been an issue nationally, and county roads are no different; nearly 30 percent of the county’s 300 bridges are in need of an upgrade. Roadway surfaces, drainage improvements, canals, park amenities and government buildings are also part of the proposal. Included are at least a dozen roadway projects in the western communities, along with a number of recreation projects — including five projects at Seminole Palms Park and a community center in The Acreage. Another big-ticket local item is the long-planned Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office substation serving the Acreage/Loxahatchee area. Also part of the plan, approximately $645 million — 20 percent — would go to county municipalities based on population.

In part because of the success of the now sunset 2004 surtax initiative, which led to numerous school district improvements, we believe it is the right move to support the current proposal. While it is true that there could have been a voter initiative to issue bonds for the needed expenses, this would have increased property taxes. A one-cent sales tax means that tourists, non-residents and those who do not own property would help with these much-needed repairs. Learn more about the referendum at www.onecountyonepenny.org.

The Town-Crier endorses a YES vote on the One-Cent Sales Surtax ballot question.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR County Response

Lacks Answers

Editor’s note: The following letter is in response to the letter

“Mosquito Control Efforts To Fight Zika” by Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management Director Rob Robbins published Sept. 30.

The county’s response to my letter “County Is Aerial Spraying Naled On Our Area” lacks answers. The response was written like a public service announcement and appears to have been carefully crafted by an attorney to put the issue of the county’s aerial

spraying of Naled on our area to rest. This is very troubling.

Mr. Robbins, the director of Environmental Resources Management, gave no specific answers to the questions posed, except for telling us that the county has “used it [Naled] for many years” for “nuisance mosquitoes,” “which don’t carry human disease.” I am sure that Mr. Robbins knows, or should know, that Naled is in a class of pesticides called organophosphates (OP), and no matter how small of an amount the county uses, OP pesticides have cumulative risks when used with other pesticides in the same class. This means that if other OP pesticides are used in our homes, businesses

and in agriculture, the addition of Naled will create a greater risk. Furthermore, individuals in poor health, the elderly, pregnant women, babies and young children should take extra precautions to limit exposure to OP pesticides. A decision by the county not to use Naled would limit our total cumulative risk. Yet, the county chooses to use Naled routinely.

In the interest of transparency, the people living in the western communities of Palm Beach County deserve answers from the county to these eight questions, as summarized from my original letter:

1. Why is it that other South Florida counties (Broward) and

cities are choosing not to use Naled?

2. Why did the county choose Naled over other safer, organic options?

3. How long has the county been aerial spraying Naled on the western communities?

4. Who decided to use Naled in Palm Beach County, and why was the public not part of the decision?

5. What logic did the county use to determine which communities (and cities) to aerial spray with Naled?

6. Why did the county choose to use Naled pesticides only west of State Road 7 and only on specific western communities, when the aerial spraying coverage was pre-

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viously all areas west of Military Trail?

7. When did the target area for aerial spraying change, and why?

8. Why was the public not

notified of the dangers and precautions required for Naled aerial spraying?

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Rest In Peace Arnold Palmer, Now And Forever The ‘King Of Golf’

Footloose and...

By Jules

W. Rabin

Home Show Coming To Wellington On Oct. 15

continued from page 1 stream, a vintage Airstream trailer.

“People, when they’re coming through our show, can meet with these experts who can help them do anything they need with their home, whether it’s designing it, fixing it, adding an addition, building a new home, whatever the case may be,” Pesacov said. “But they can also take their time at our show because we have delicious food, cocktails and beverages. There’ll be seating at the show, so people can actually sit down, relax and take their time.”

The show, which will be under tents, is family-friendly and everyone is welcome, Pesacov said.

In addition to Big Dog Ranch Rescue, the Lord’s Place will also be at the show, providing opportunities for residents to be engaged

Storm Little Damage In

Wellington

continued from page 1 national emergency management system. It’s something that we practice every single day.”

The same basic management control approach is used during large village events, such as Fourth of July at Village Park, which brings 15,000 people. The biggest difference is that specialty equipment is pre-staged.

“We just can’t afford to be caught the way Miami-Dade County was caught with Hurricane Andrew,” Schofield said. “The State of Florida takes this very

Perhaps another “golf king” will appear one day on America’s links, but don’t bet on it being sooner than later. They just don’t make them like Arnold Palmer these days.

At his recent passing at age 87, he still eclipsed all others, including Tiger Woods, in the majority

of golf enthusiasts’ thinking most of the time. “Arnie’s Army” were legendary in dedication to this greenskeeper’s son from Latrobe, Penn. One reason: he never endorsed a product that he didn’t believe in. Also, he virtually never failed to make eye contact with everyone.

A key member of golf’s legendary “big three” (along with Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player), insiders claim his golf playing was a reason for buying a color television set, so they could graduate to watching him in color from black and white.

Also, many claim he saved

lives by going public with his diagnosis of prostate cancer after his initial diagnosis of the disease.

Palmer captured seven golf “majors” after his itinerant, post college jobs as a paint salesman and a tour in the Coast Guard. He won the Canadian Open in

1955, the first of his 62 PGA Tour victories. How special was Palmer? The legendary Sam Snead said it beautifully: “Palmer went to bed at night with great charisma. He woke up and had even far more.” Another “king of golf” soon? Don’t bet on it.

Wellington Debate Team To Host Presidential Debate Watch Party

The speech and debate team at Wellington High School will host a presidential debate watch party open to the community on Wednesday, Oct. 19.

The home show will be held at the Wellington Amphitheater.

in their community as volunteers.

“If you have children, I think for them to see that, it’s important as well,” she said.

Sponsors include Big Dog Ranch Rescue, 900 AM Talk of the Palm Beaches, 95.9 South Florida’s the Palm, 93.5 the Bar FM, Best Version Media, Contemporary Living, WPBF News 25, Palm Beach Native, Living Magazines of Palm Beach Gar-

seriously. They require everybody to be prepared.”

Wellington has staff specifically trained for its EOC, to prepare and be ready in emergency situations. Command and control happens at the Wellington Municipal Complex. The building was built to hurricane standards. During an emergency, council member offices — specifically built to be used for the EOC — are repurposed.

“A significant part of what we do is geared up for this,” Schofield said.

Schofield gave kudos to those manning the call center who worked Tuesday, Oct. 4, until 11 p.m. and came in the next day at 6 a.m., continuously answering the phones, and those managing the pump stations around the clock.

By last Thursday afternoon,

dens and Lighthouse Neighbors of Jupiter, and Country Club Living Magazine of Wellington.

Following the Wellington Home Show, MainMeet Events will also present the Jupiter Home Show at Downtown Abacoa on Oct. 29 and the Boca Raton Home Show at Mizner Park on Nov. 5. For more information, call (561) 716-6056 or visit www. mainmeetevents.com.

the village was getting back to its normal operating schedule. Many things, including trash pickup and parks, were restored to normal by Friday. Everything, he said, was expected to be back to normal by Monday.

The village continued to monitor and evaluate the possibility that Hurricane Matthew would return this week as a tropical storm, Schofield said, but that possibility had become remote by the weekend.

Though Wellington didn’t suffer much this time, Schofield warns against taking the idea of a Category 4 hurricane lightly. Wellington, he explained, got a long afternoon shower. Other areas were hit much harder. “It is not something to take lightly,” he said. “I am very grateful that that storm bypassed us.”

“Speech and debate students know how to communicate effectively and express their ideas with confidence,” said J. Scott Wunn, executive director of the National Speech & Debate Association. “Our student and coach members across the country are hosting these events to not only practice their skills, but engage their communities in a discussion about the issues that matter most to them.”

The National Speech & Debate Association’s Voices of the Future campaign is designed to encourage student involvement in the upcoming election by using speech and debate skills. Through this initiative, members of the association will participate in a number of activities inside and outside of the

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continued from page 1 to be a practice,” he said, adding that he was carrying ham radios for the team to use. “We’re going to talk to all the hams out there in Loxahatchee Groves. It’s going to be broadcast as a drill.”

Johnson said they would not be trying to communicate with hams to the north, but would monitor their communications in case they transmit a need.

“We will get word, and if anybody wants to go up there, they’re fine to go,” he said.

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classroom that engage students in the four zones of literacy: reading, writing, speaking and listening. A number of speech and debate teams will host presidential debate watch parties to encourage students and community members to think critically, collaborate and communicate creatively.

The Voices of the Future Presidential Debate Watch Party will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 19 from 8 to 11 p.m. in the Wellington High School auditorium at 2101 Greenview Shores Blvd.

Along with watching the presidential debate, students and community members will analyze debate techniques, discuss strategies and write comprehensive reviews of the debate. Attendees will play Presidential Debate Bingo, and the National Speech & Debate Association will host a national poll where thousands of student and coach members

will be asked to share live social updates from their watch parties using the hashtag #Debatingthe Debates. Live polling can be done on Twitter (by following the NSDA @speechanddebate) or by text message.

Additionally, local leaders and politicians may participate in the local event.

“Elections have never been more important, even to young people who might not be able to go to the polls yet,” Wunn said. “These students are the voices of the future, and there are many ways they can make their voices heard through this election.”

For information about the Presidential Debate Watch Party in Wellington, contact WHS Debate Coach Paul Gaba at paul.gaba@ palmbeachschools.org.

To learn more about Voices of the Future, visit www.speechand debate.org/voicesofthefuture.

Landscaping damage was common, but there was very little structural damage attributed to Hurricane Matthew in the western communities.

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ham radio operators in Loxahatchee Groves available.

“Anytime we put a team out there, a ham goes with them so we always have communication,” he said.

The Wellington Art Society held its Fall Premier Artists Reception at Wellington Community Center and the Wellington Municipal Complex on Tuesday, Sept. 27. Fifty-three original works of art by 19 Wellington Art Society artists were on display. Artists were available for chats. There were door prizes and refreshments. The artwork remains on display and is for sale. For more info., visit www. wellingtonartsociety.org.

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Colorfull Heritage.”

Astrid Pedersen, Susan Mosely and Dave Matthieson.

Calypso Bay Waterpark in Royal Palm Beach went to the dogs for a few hours on the morning of Saturday, Oct. 1. People brought their dogs for some water fun. Animal Care & Control also treated the pups to a romp in the water. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER Animal

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Senior Services Offering ‘Tools For Caregivers’

Feeling stressed as a caregiver?

The Palm Beach County Division of Senior Services is offering a series titled “Powerful Tools for Caregivers.”

Beginning Thursday, Oct. 13, a total of six sessions will be held once per week at the Mid County Senior Center (3680 Lake Worth Road, Lake Worth) from 10 to 11:30 a.m. The course concludes on Nov. 17.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is an educational series designed to provide caregivers with the tools needed to take care of themselves while caring for a family member or friend, whether that person lives nearby or far away. The goal is to help caregivers thrive and provide better care.

This program helps caregivers reduce stress, improve self-confidence, communicate feelings better, balance their lives, increase their ability to make tough decisions and locate helpful resources.

Class participants will receive a copy of The Caregiver Helpbook

Class size is limited and pre-registration is required. For more info., or to register, call Teresa Pedicino at (561) 357-7135.

Showcase Of Schools Oct. 18 At Fairgrounds

Schools from around the Palm Beach County School District will be highlighting their choice and career programs at the Choice & Career Options Showcase of Schools on Tuesday, Oct. 18 at the South Florida Fairgrounds from 4 to 8 p.m.

During the annual event, students and families will be able to explore the various options available to students, and representatives from the schools will be available to answer questions before students apply to programs for the 2017-18 school year.

The School District of Palm Beach County has more than 290 choice and career academies in schools across the county including: visual, performing and communication arts; pre-medical; dual language; STEM (science, technology, engineering and math)

and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math); International Baccalaureate; JROTC; information technology; finance; construction; firefighting/EMT; business and marketing; tourism and hospitality; TV and film production; aeronautics; automotive services, culinary arts; and more.

Donations of non-perishable items to the Bell Brooks’ Food for Families food drive will be accepted at the event.

For more information, call the Office of Communications at (561) 357-1114.

Makeover For County Web Site

Palm Beach County’s Public Affairs and Information Systems Services departments have been working for the past year on a new and improved web site at www. pbcgov.com.

The redesigned site officially launched on Monday, Oct. 3. New features include an ADA-compliant text resizing tool, language translation for Spanish and Creole speakers, as well as a more modern and mobile-friendly look and feel. Other features include a live

Twitter feed, rotating background images of county landmarks, and a center-page feature area for hot topics and events. The new-look of www.pbcgov. com was designed completely inhouse using Microsoft SharePoint technology.

Tricia Gerard To Speak Oct. 22 On Dyslexia Awareness

Tricia Gerard, a renowned expert on dyslexia, will speak at the Palm Beach County Main Library on Saturday, Oct. 22 at 10 a.m. in honor of October being National Dyslexia Awareness Month.

About 15 percent to 20 percent of the U.S. population has dyslexia, a reading disability, which is the major cause of reading failure in school. Dealing with this learning challenge can lead to frustration and self-doubt, especially when it goes undiagnosed.

If your child is dyslexic, or might be dyslexic, the library has resources to help you learn more about the topic. Contact the Consumer Health Information Service

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at the library at (561) 233-2736 for more information.

Gerard’s interactive presentation will include a series of handson activities to expose participants to the challenges and frustrations students with dyslexia face in the classroom each day. Call (561) 233-2600 to pre-register.

Trunk Or Treat

Oct. 29 At WHS

Halloween will arrive a few days early in Wellington. Join Wellington’s Community Services Department and Wellington High School’s DECA Club on Saturday, Oct. 29 from 3 to 5 p.m. for a free trunk or treat event in the student parking lot at Wellington High School (2101 Greenview Shores Blvd.).

Returning for the eighth year in a row, the event is a safe, family-friendly twist on trick or treating. Volunteers will decorate their vehicles and distribute Halloween treats out of their trunks.

Children ages 10 and under are invited to trick or treat from vehicle to vehicle. Families can also enjoy music, refreshments, craft tables, food trucks, a costume

contest for children and more. If you’re interested in decorating your car and passing out candy, contact the WHS DECA Club at (561) 795-4919 or susan.may@ palmbeachschools.org.

Trunk or Treat is made possible through Wellington’s partnership with the Wellington High School’s DECA program, the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue and Walgreens.

Spooky Snooze Overnight At Zoo

Are you brave enough to spend a night at the zoo? If you are, then sign up for a special Spooky Snooze program on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 a.m. at the Palm Beach Zoo. Enjoy an evening of Halloween-themed activities including up-close animal encounters, pumpkin painting, crafts and a nighttime tour. Pizza and a continental breakfast are included. Activities are geared for children 6 and up, and parents must attend. Pre-registration is required. Visit www.palmbeachzoo.org/spookysnooze-2016 for details.

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Improvements Planned For Southern/Forest Hill Intersection

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report

The intersection of Forest Hill Blvd. and State Road 80/Southern Blvd. will undergo major improvements under a plan presented by the Florida Department of Transportation to the Wellington Village Council late last month. The council approved a resolution supporting the project.

At the Sept. 27 meeting, Kevin Iannarone with Inwood Consulting Engineers said that the Palm Beach Metropolitan Planning Organization had asked FDOT in 2014 to evaluate the intersection for capacity improvements, and that a plan was developed to reduce the vehicle delay during peak hours from 96.6 seconds to 56.6 seconds.

“It’s a significant reduction in the delay motor vehicle drivers

experience,” Iannarone said, explaining that the project is still in the final design phase with FDOT.

The improvements include adding a third westbound left-turn lane from SR 80/Southern onto Forest Hill Blvd. and modifying the existing light-controlled rightturn lanes to provide a free-flow right turn.

“We will have a correlating acceleration lane on State Road 80,” Iannarone said. “You will be able to turn right, accelerate and merge in with traffic. To accommodate all that, we’re going to have to widen the bridge over the C-51 Canal on both sides.”

Landscaping, lighting and traffic signals will also be replaced as a result of the modifications, he said.

The widening on Forest Hill Blvd. will require the removal

of a wall and plantings in front of the Wellington entrance sign in the southwest quadrant of the intersection.

“What we are looking to do is essentially remove that vertical wall to the west to accommodate that roadway improvement,” Iannarone said. “We will not be impacting the actual feature itself, maybe some minor impacts in the landscaping that will be restored after construction is complete.”

FDOT asked the village to donate a temporary right-of-way easement on the property for construction of the improvements. The design phase will continue through the spring of 2019, with construction to begin in the summer of 2019. The project is funded for construction.

Councilman Michael Napole-

one asked how long the construction phase will be, and Iannarone said it will be a year-and-a-half to two years due to the widening of the bridge.

“I understand it’s a big project, but that’s a long-term impact on a very highly trafficked area,” Napoleone said. “What’s going to be happening to try to mitigate the congestion that’s going to build up over that time period?”

Iannarone said that the main scope of the project will be to the outside of the intersection, so the lanes themselves will not be seriously affected.

“We’re in the preliminary stages of the design, but we can shut down the sidewalk on one side of the roadway and handle the outside widening with very minimal disruption to your existing lanes,”

he said. “The goal is going to be to maintain all your existing lanes that you have today during construction.”

Mayor Anne Gerwig asked about the design and whether aesthetic improvements could be made.

“This is a major entrance to the village, which is why we’re having this conversation,” Gerwig said. “We had talked about trying to do something to make it look better.”

She pointed out that the Village of Royal Palm Beach was able to get aesthetic improvements at its intersection of Royal Palm Beach Blvd. and SR 80/Southern, east of Forest Hill Blvd.

“Is that something that you would entertain?” she asked. “I understand it would be at our expense as far as upgrading it.”

Iannarone said that there is potential for aesthetic improvements, but pointed out that the bridge is owned and maintained by Palm Beach County, which would have to agree to maintain those improvements.

“The funding would have to come from the private side,” he said. “The department wouldn’t fund that, so we would look to the county to fund that, being that it’s a county bridge. It’s a discussion that could be initiated with the county.”

Gerwig said she thought aesthetic improvements would be worth having a discussion with the county, and Iannarone said FDOT would initiate that discussion.

Vice Mayor John McGovern made a motion to approve the resolution supporting the intersection improvements, which carried 5-0.

ITID Holds Groundbreaking For Community Park Expansion

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report

The Indian Trail Improvement District Board of Supervisors held a quiet groundbreaking for its Acreage Community Park southern expansion project on Wednesday, Sept. 28. Construction is set to start Oct. 15.

Supervisor Ralph Bair pointed out that last week’s groundbreaking was the second groundbreaking for the delayed project. The first was two years ago. The process has actually gone on for more than a decade.

“I came back on the board in 2006, and between the different district administrators that we’ve had, [former District Administrator] Tanya [Quickel] was the only one to step in and try to help us move forward with the park. We

had the money to do the job, and we had some progress. We already had most of the money dedicated for it. We just decided to use the entire amount to finish up all of the flat, the level part of the park, minus the community center.”

The total funding is about $3 million.

An equestrian park will be on the south end, and an area has been dedicated for BMX bike use if funding can be found.

“There’s a place there for BMX to be put, and there’s one undedicated field, and there’s one dedicated field with a track around it that will be lit for additional football fields,” Bair said, adding that complete bathroom facilities will be included. “It will be complete facilities. It won’t be anything portable or something like that.

There will be the Garden of Hope, and the play area is already there.”

Also planned is a building to accommodate a splash park, with a raised area for performances. Landscaped parking is on the plans. “It won’t be that flat parking lot you see there,” he said.

Supervisor Michelle Damone said that she is excited that the park expansion is finally underway, but disappointed that the groundbreaking was called at the last minute.

“It was last minute, and no one was invited but the board of supervisors,” she said, adding that she wished that community leaders and volunteer organizations who have been supportive of the park expansion effort were invited. “I would have loved to see some children in attendance… But at the end of the day, I’m just happy

that we’re moving forward with the expansion. I think an expan-

sion of that size — something the community’s been waiting for for more than a decade — deserves more attention.”

Wellington Gives Final OK To Bed-And-Breakfast Ordinance

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report

The Wellington Village Council approved the final reading of bedand-breakfast amendments late last month designed to make bedand-breakfast locations more financially viable in the community, but also place tighter restrictions on them, including an affidavit of ownership by the operator.

At the council’s Sept. 27 meeting, Growth Management Director Bob Basehart said that there are two different amendments to the code for bed-and-breakfast locations, explaining that there are separate requirements for the village as a whole and for the Equestrian

Overlay Zoning District (EOZD).

“Most of the changes will apply both inside and outside of the EOZD,” Basehart said. “It’s an opportunity, we believe, to bring some consistency to the requirements so that they are the same both in and out of the EOZD. Today, as the code sits, they are very different.”

Under the old code, bed-andbreakfast locations were allowed with only a special-use permit outside the EOZD and with specific development standards within the EOZD. “Under the revised regulations, we’re going to define all the changes, the purpose, intent of the owner/operator and

require an ownership affidavit,” Basehart said. “The affidavit was a change that you asked for at the first reading.”

Another change requires Development Review Committee approval rather than a special-use permit, he said.

“The DRC is still a staff-level approval, but it’s made up of members from various departments, so you get a more thorough review, rather than an individual review under a special-use permit,” he said.

The amendments also introduce a minimum lot size for businesses.

“Currently there is no minimum lot size for bed-and-breakfast lo-

cations outside of the EOZD,” he said. “They could go on virtually any residential lot in the village.”

Under the old code, a minimum lot size of 3 acres was required inside the EOZD.

“We’re reducing the acreage in the EOZD to a 2-acre requirement, but we’re also imposing it outside the EOZD, so every proposed bedand-breakfast facility will have to be on at least 2 acres,” he said.

The amendments also impose limitations on the number of bedrooms. A maximum of five bedrooms will be allowed on lots of 2 to 5 acres, and a maximum of eight bedrooms on lots of 5 acres or more.

The changes also allow alterations to the outside to make facilities compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. There is also a separation requirement of 1,320 feet between bed-and-breakfast establishments, as well as specific provisions for allowable 2-foot-by-2-foot signage, with up-lighting only, no internal or neon lighting allowed.

Bed-and-breakfast locations must also be hooked up to public water and sewer where available, or receive village engineer and health department approval if on a well and septic system. Rentals will be limited to 30 consecutive days.

“There were no limitations on rentals,” Basehart said. “Some people were concerned that these facilities might start to rent rooms for seasonal use, so we put a 30day limit on the stay.”

Parking space requirements were also introduced of one parking space per guest room, in addition to the basic two spaces per single-family home and one additional space per family bedroom. Bed-and-breakfast locations must also be located within 1,320 feet of an arterial or connector road.

Councilman Michael Drahos made a motion to approve the ordinance, which carried 5-0.

PALM BEACH CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL CROWNS 2016 HOMECOMING ROYALTY

Palm Beach Central High School crowned its homecoming king and queen on Friday Sept 30, with the top honors going to Jeremy Stein and Yasmine Lebrun. The homecoming court circled the football field in fancy cars before the king and queen were crowned in front of friends and family at halftime during the football game. Homecoming court members were freshmen Liliana Gonzalez and German Navarro, sophomores Jesus Santiago and Fiorella Verdecia, and juniors Danielle Behar and Logan Fiore, along with seniors Jeremy Stein and Jackie Beretsky, Summer Boltz and Lucas Ferraro, Yasmine Lebrun and Tyler Freeman, Madison Mackenzie and Robbie Root, and Milli Moyano and Alex Vazquez.

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Principal Darren Edgecomb with Homecoming King Jeremy Stein, Homecoming Queen Yasmine Lebrun and teacher Ailyn Barrios.

German Navarro and Liliana Gonzalez, Jesus Santiago and Fiorella Verdecia, Logan Fiore and Danielle Behar, Homecoming King Jeremy Stein, Homecoming Queen Yasmine Lebrun, Tyler Freeman, Jackie Beretsky, Lucas Ferraro and Summer Boltz, Robbie Root and Madison Mackenzie, and Alex Vazquez and Milli Moyano.

Yasmine Lebrun reacts to her announcement as homecoming queen.

ITID supervisors Michelle Damone, Carol Jacobs, Gary Dunkley, Jennifer Hager and Ralph Bair at the groundbreaking ceremony.

COMMUNITY OF HOPE CHURCH READIES PUMPKIN PATCH FOR ANNUAL SALE

Several dozen volunteers gathered Saturday, Oct. 1 at Community of Hope Church (14055 Okeechobee Blvd.) to help set up the annual pumpkin patch. Volunteers hauled hay, leaves, buckets, baskets and, of course, pumpkins across the church lawn in anticipation of visitors. The pumpkin patch will be open until Oct. 31. It is open to the public on weekdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. For info., call (561) 753-8883 or visit www.communityofhope.church. PHOTOS BY

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Wellington High School Debaters Off To An Impressive

The Wellington High School debate team was smaller than usual in numbers, but mighty in terms of the success at the first Palm Beach Catholic Forensic League tournament of the 2016-17 season.

The PBCFL Congressional at Palm Beach Gardens High School on Saturday, Sept. 24 saw excellent performances in both varsity and novice chambers. Bennett Aikey and Caramen McDaniel won first place; Sara Casey won second place; Anna Bernstein and Angelica Sabol won third place; Taylor Peterson and Brandon Schloss won fourth place; Nicholas Ndreca and Nailia Williams won fifth place; and Jordyn Bergman and Dounia Cambas won sixth place. In addition, Wellington earned

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a team record 11 chambers choice presiding officers: Julie Cesta (twice), Nancy Foti (twice), James Haripal, Zachary Jacobson (twice), Dallas Nickels, Christopher Slaughter (twice) and Rafaela St. Juste each took home gavels from the tournament.

Six Wellington debaters earned new or additional National Speech & Debate Association degrees. Jacobson surpassed 500 points, earning his Degree of Special Distinction; Haripal earned his Degree of Honor, hitting the 75-point mark; and four first-year debaters earned the Degree of Merit (25plus points): Bernstein, Ndreca, Sabol and Williams. For more information, visit www.wellingtondebate.com.

Carl Mohr, 18, entwines fallinspired lights around a trellis.

Roughly 60 volunteers helped unload and arrange pumpkins at Community of Hope Church last Saturday.

David Weber, 2, smiles as he pushes a pumpkin likely matching his weight.

Jessica Krajewski, 16, and Annabelle MacIntosh, 16, load a white pumpkin into a wheelbarrow for easier transport.

Kathy Hartigan, Donna Smith and Casey Naugle learn how to use the credit card reader, allowing the church to accept credit and debit cards for pumpkin purchases.

Jayden Zenczak, 7, pushes a heavy pumpkin up a grassy slope.

Israel Rivera, 10, takes a break.

Grace Kite, 18, Joy Kite, 16, and Emma Hair, 17, arrange the front display of Community of Hope’s pumpkin patch.

Wellington Debate presiding officers Nancy Foti, Julie Cesta, Christopher Slaughter and Zachary Jacobson.

Wolters, Heather Aho, Abbe Felton, Donna Gray, Marie Phillips, Linda Vaillancourt and Andrea Mattes.

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AUDREY THOMPSON DONATES SUPPLIES TO PANTHER RIDGE

Audrey Thompson, 10, has a big heart for animals. Panther Ridge Conservation Center, located in Wellington, received numerous donated items from her on Sunday, Sept. 25. She asked guests to bring the needed items to her recent birthday party instead of gifts. For more information, to schedule a tour or to make a donation, visit www.pantherridge.org or call (561) 795-8914.

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RPB Rotary Awards Deputy Of The Quarter

Every quarter, the Rotary Club of Royal Palm Beach honors a deputy from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office substation in Royal Palm Beach with the Deputy of the Quarter honor. Deputy Rodly Oragene was the recipient for the first quarter, and Deputy Jason Vasquez was the

second quarter recipient. The Rotary Club of Royal Palm Beach meets each Thursday morning at 7:30 a.m. at the Wild West Diner and welcomes anyone interested in community service. For more info., call Dr. Bruce Elkind at (561) 798-4077 or visit www.rpbrotary.org.

Train Like a Champion!

The Olympic Games are rife with stories of athletes digging deep, overcoming obstacles and making countless sacrifices for the chance to wear the coveted gold medal around their necks. While we stand in awe of these amazing athletes, we tend to forget that we are not all that much different. Ok, perhaps we won’t be performing a double back flip on a four-inch wide balance beam in the near future, but we also wake up every day choosing to train. So train like a champion. The athletes we see on television spend countless hours honing their skills, but they also spend their time with a coach preparing for, fueling and recovering from training. In that regard, we are no different. Yes, our goals may not be to win the Olympic gold medal, but whether it be improving our golf games, tennis swings, 5K times or just our overall health, every one of us chooses to exercise for a reason. So don’t go halfway, make the commitment to train your body properly. Come to each workout with a plan and be mentally and physically prepared to work. Fuel up with a healthy meal, hydrate with the proper fluids and leave your phones in your locker. If you aren’t sure where to start, get with a trainer who can point you in the right direction. Remember, just because you walked through the door, doesn’t mean you’ll magically get results! For more information please call 561-795-2823, or stop by Ultima Fitness 12799 W. Forest Hill Boulevard., Wellington, Florida.

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Local executive Alan E. Bottorff recently joined the board of Wellington Cares. Bottorff is the chief executive officer and administrator of Admiralty Home Health Care. He has more than 20 years of success in high-profile, top-tier roles as a leader within various industries, as well as the military.

“I’m honored to have been asked to become a member of the Wellington Cares board,” Bottorff said. “I have spent six years in the healthcare field, and I am looking forward to contributing to the success of this volunteer-based organization.”

Bottorff spent 20 years in the

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Alan Bottorff Brings His Expertise To Wellington Cares Board

U.S. Navy, where he was promoted to chief petty officer and was awarded seven medals during his service.

“We are very happy that Alan has joined the board,” said Kathy Foster, executive director of Wellington Cares. “His many years in the healthcare field, as well as strategic planning and tactical execution experience, will be beneficial to the organization.”

Bottorff joined the board over the summer and has been instrumental in planning Wellington Cares’ second annual luncheon in November.

Wellington Cares is a commu-

nity-based, not-for-profit organization committed to coordinating volunteers of all ages to assist in enabling persons over the age of 65 to remain in their home with the support of Wellington community residents and local organizations.

Wellington Cares is committed to responding to the various needs of senior residents with the goal to build, within the community of Wellington, a better place for people to grow old and remain in their homes.

For more information about Wellington Cares, call (561) 5688818 or visit www.wellingtoncares org.com.

Sarah Elwell Named CEO Of Forum Club

The Forum Club of the Palm Beaches recently hired Sarah Criser Elwell as its new executive director. Former Executive Director Gayle Pallesen retired after 25 years in the position. Pallesen was the second person to serve as the club’s executive director in its 40year history.

Prior to joining the Forum Club, Elwell was a public relations professional at Moore Communications Group handling brand identity, publicity, media training and event planning for companies in healthcare, biotech, tourism and more.

She comes to the Forum Club with widespread political communications experience, having served as the communications director for Congressman Bob Latta, press secretary for Congressman Gus Bilirakis and deputy press secretary for Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services Commissioner Adam Putnam.

Elwell — the daughter of Marshall Criser III, chancellor of the State University System of Florida — received a bachelor’s degree in public relations from the University of Florida and a master’s degree in applied American

politics and policy from Florida State University. The Forum Club of the Palm Beaches is Florida’s largest nonpartisan political and public affairs organization. It exists solely to bring in speakers on state, national and international matters. Since its inception in 1976 with President Jimmy Carter as its inaugural speaker, the Forum Club strives to bring in speakers whose words and actions affect the world. The Forum Club is a private, nonprofit organization with a membership cap of 800 and a regular waiting list. For more info., visit www.forumclubpalmbeach.org.

Wellington Plants Seeds For Greener Tomorrow

Wellington recently celebrated National Public Lands Day with approximately 50 volunteers planting more than 300 Walter’s viburnum shrubs at the Marjorie Stoneman Douglas Environmental Preserve.

On Saturday, Sept. 24, more than 175,000 volunteers nationwide visited their favorite parks, beaches, wildlife preserves or forests and chipped in to help improve these treasured places.

Wellington residents did their part in the 23rd annual National Public Lands Day, the largest, single-day volunteer effort for public lands in the United States.

This year’s Wellington group included volunteers from the Wellington Garden Club, Girl Scout Troop 22222, Boy Scout Troop

Wellington volunteers participate in National Public Lands Day. birds and pollinators.

222, Cub Scout Troop 222 and the Palm Beach Central High School Environmental Club. Native seedlings planted will enhance the natural habitat for

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This is the third year that the Village of Wellington has partnered with community groups to celebrate National Public Lands

Day by planting native trees and shrubs at the preserve. Special thanks to the volunteers for their efforts to create a greener tomorrow.

Pets Are Family, Too!

By Randall S. Dugal, D.V.M.

DOG CONSTIPATION

If your dog strains, cries, or has infrequent bowel movements, he or she may be constipated. This can be for dietary reasons, such as too little fiber and water in the diet, or too little exercise. Obese dogs are prone to bowel issues. The anal sacs can become full, or the prostate can swell, which will cause difficulty defecating. Too frequent self-grooming can accumulate hair in the digestive system, causing constipation. Conversely, if the dog is not groomed often enough and hair mats around the anus, constipation can occur. Ingesting foreign objects can also cause problems. With such a wide array of possibilities, it’s vital to bring the animal to the veterinarian to determine the cause of constipation.

Usually the body can work the problem out by itself, but if the constipation lasts more than a few days, you should consult your veterinarian. Please call us at COMMUNITY ANIMAL HOSPITAL OF ROYAL PALM BEACH if we can help you with any pet care concerns. We are conveniently located at 11462 Okeechobee Blvd., 1/4 mile east of Royal Palm Beach Blvd. For appointments or emergencies, please call 798-5508. OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK.

P.S. Constipation and urinary tract issues can cause the dog to behave in similar ways.

or Foreclosure, I can’t buy can I? In most cases the wait time is now 3 years or less before you can purchase again, in some cases 2 years!

“I don’t want to worry about maintenance, I just want to live in my home!”. There is something to be said about this in the sense of not having to come up with lump sum money to replace major items, however there are some very good Home Warranty plans on the market that can be purchased to spread that cash flow out. In the end you will spend at least the same amount of time if not longer waiting for that hot water heater to get replaced by the landlord as calling the plumber yourself.

Worried about the market having a “Bubble” again? The market today is largely cash supported. In other words, there are a lot of investors that have paid all cash for many of the properties in the area up to this point. The market is very unlikely to ever drop below this “cash value” threshold. Lenders are just starting to free up funds for regular buyers and the rules and regulations are much tighter now, reducing the risk of an over inflated market and preventing the types of fraudulent loans that led to issues in the past.

In addition, buying a home is the easiest way for most people to save for retirement. Studies show that home Owners have an average of 45 times the net worth of Renters and at least 38% count selling their home upon retirement as the largest net income they will have available to them.

The bottom line is that with housing prices just making their way out of post-recession, post bust pricing and interest rates at near historic lows (3.96% avg), this may just be the best time to buy a home of your own!

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(L-R) Diane Smith, Lt. Rick Naujoks, Deputy Jason Vasquez, District 9 Commander Paul Miles and Steve Logan.

New Horizons Celebrates Literacy Month

Students from New Horizons Elementary School had reason to celebrate Literacy Month in September with the donation of 335 books for the school’s International Spanish Academy kindergarten through fifth grade classes. The books, which are all in Spanish, were donated by the school’s PTA with a matching gift from the Jacobs Family Foundation of Wellington.

Spanish language resource teacher Melissa Arcos approached the PTA to invest in books for

the kindergarten class, but the organization decided that the need for more Spanish books for the immersive Spanish program was necessary. They asked the Jacobs Family Foundation for a matching grant.

“Our PTA’s goals match those of the foundation,” said Jessica Crow, president of the New Horizons PTA. “By promoting reading with our ISA students, and also language and culture, they will be better citizens in our community.”

The PTA donated $1,200 toward

the goal to provide plenty of materials that students in the academy can use for years to come.

New Horizons was the first of the three International Spanish Academy elementary schools in Palm Beach County. Providing the books to promote literacy aligns with the district’s goal of students reading on grade level by third grade and promoting bilingualism.

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Sem Ridge Debaters Begin Season With

Sept. 24 was the first area debate competition of the year — the All Congress Palm Beach Catholic Forensic League tournament. Students from Palm Beach and Martin counties competed in student congress, and 14 Seminole Ridge High School students participated with four placing. Congratulations to Antonio Pernas, Brionna Longest, Isabella Martinez and Melissa Tellez.

SRHS Welcomes New Mac Lab — SRHS recently updated to a new computer lab full of Apple iMacs. The 44 high-tech computers are for photography and graphic design students to practice creating graphics professional and how to professionally edit photos they’ve taken. Compared to the older computers, these new ones have much faster processing power and graphics capabilities.

Digital design teacher Manuel Moya said he “feels like heaven on Earth” with these new computers.

ESOL Parent Meeting Oct. 13

— Parents of ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) stu-

dents are invited to join Thursday, Oct. 13 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. for an outreach meeting celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. For more info., call (561) 422-2754.

Portrait Deadline Oct. 15 —

Lifetouch/Prestige Portraits is currently taking pictures of the Class of 2017 seniors. To set up an appointment, call (800) 749-2796 or visit www.prestigeportraits.com by Oct. 15.

Yearbook Ads — Congratulate your 2017 graduate by creating a senior yearbook ad online at www. yearbookordercenter.com (order #10210) while prices are low, or gather your pictures and compose your message for a senior ad that the yearbook staff will create. Purchase the 2017 Talon for a reduced price of $80 from now until Oct. 10. Buy online at www. yearbookordercenter.com (order #10210). Extras are available only online. After Oct. 10, prices rise to $100 until Jan. 10. Thereafter, yearbook pre-orders are $120. You can also buy at school with cash or a check made out to Seminole

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Betty Watson’s kindergarten class at Wellington Elementary School enjoyed a recent math lesson using whiteboards. For some kindergartners, it was their first time using a whiteboard. The students were practicing writing their numbers from 1 to 20. Shown above are some of the proud children displaying their math work.

Ridge. Bring payment to Room 7-110 or deliver to the front office in an envelope addressed to advisor Sue Menke.

The Curious Savage — The SRHS drama program will present the timeless classic The Curious Savage on Thursday, Oct. 27 through Saturday, Oct. 29.

The comedy tells the story of an eccentric widow who feels she

needs to better the world, but who is committed to an institution by her greedy family. Tickets for The Curious Savage are available at the door or online at www.showtix4u. com. Special “football game and play” pricing is available for the last home game on Oct. 28 and the Friday performance. Group sales are available. Call (561) 422-2655 for more info.

Polo Park Debuts New ‘Makerspace’ Program

Under the slogan “Full STEAM Ahead,” Polo Park Middle School is working to roll out its makerspace in the library media center. Thanks to a grant from the Jacobs Family Foundation of Wellington, students enrolled in STEM class will serve as mentors as Polo Park students explore technology in an informal setting.

The makerspace at Polo Park will be a creative environment where all learners can gather, learn and create with a focus on hands-on projects. This is another step towards Polo Park’s new IT magnet program starting next year.

The creative setting will be home to a host of activities, including high tech, low tech and no tech. The library media center will be offering workshops throughout the year incorporating the STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics) disciplines.

According to Nora Bernstein, these workshops will highlight the many talents of the students.

The first workshop was designing a paper maché bowl. Future workshops will include 3D printing, sewable circuits, weaving and jewelry design. Once participants lean basic skills, they can apply

those principles in further exploration on their own. Next is the K’nex Big Ball Factory as part of the makerspace activities.

Western Academy Takes Part In The International Coastal Cleanup Event

Western Academy Charter

School kicked off the new school year by participating in the International Coastal Cleanup, which was celebrated all over the world on Sept. 17.

More than 50 students and their family members joined in and participated in the school’s community cleanup up around the campus and the surrounding area in a joint effort to help keep communities free of trash and debris.

Western Academy Charter School participants collected more

than 160 pounds of trash and 35 pounds of recyclables, including more than 1,000 cigarette butts. Keep Palm Beach County Beautiful promotes and furnishes the materials for both the International Coastal Cleanup and the Great American Cleanup, which is held in April.

Western Academy Charter School is located at 650 Royal Palm Beach Blvd., Suite 300, in Royal Palm Beach. For more info., call (561) 792-4123 or visit www. westernacademycharter.com.

Seminole Ridge High School debaters Melissa Tellez, Antonio Pernas, Isabella Martinez and Brionna Longest.

Melissa Arcos with some of the donated books.

Western Academy students clean up the school’s campus.

Polo Park students create paper maché bowls in the makerspace.

A Visit To The Farm Gave Me Quality Time With The Grandkids

Before I left Missouri, my daughter and the little ones gave me the huge honor of allowing me to accompany them to Cider Mill Farm, where October is welcomed with whoops of joy echoing from all four corners of the land.

I had been there once before, about three years ago, and things have only gotten better with time. The fact that both kids were walking and talking now also helped immensely. The talking commenced shortly after the two-story bouncy slide came into view from the car. Well, it wasn’t exactly talking, more like shouting — happy shouting that continued throughout the day as we tried to fit in all the activities.

There’s a doughnut-flipping machine, an old country store and the operating

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cider mill in one corner. For the month of October, organizers have added all-youcan-eat pancakes, which you eat while sitting on haybales and listening to live country music.

In the second corner, there are rows of arts and crafts booths together with pony rides, a makeshift slip-n-slide, inflatable

tunnels and the aforementioned bouncy slide. In the third corner, a hayride takes you around to the pumpkin patch where — if you can lift it — you can take home a pumpkin for $6. Non-riders can hang around the food trucks, snack shack or ice cream booth. And in the fourth corner, because kids always have energy no matter how much walking they’ve done, there’s a jungle gym, a giant sandbox, mini tractors to ride and an inflatable bouncy pillow tethered to the ground. The children naturally gravitated immediately toward the bouncy pillow, it having the most potential for injury. I, stupidly thinking I might be of some assistance, followed. My daughter found some excuse to escape back to the car.

Before I knew what was happening, four-year-old Skippy ran right up the side of that lurching, shifting pillow and began jumping with the reckless abandon of a seriously caffeinated chimpanzee.

Two-year-old Tess tried to follow, but she was too short. I lifted her up and tried to grapple my way up the side but, silly me, I was wearing socks. We slid right back down. The only way up for us was for me to tuck her under my arm like a football and approach at full speed from a running start. She was fine with this.

Once atop the pillow, I remembered that I hadn’t been in a bounce house, well, ever. And this was much worse, as there were no sides, and easily 75 kids of every size and weight, bouncing much higher

than any of them had expected to go, and coming down right next to us. I caught a glimpse of Tess’s face, and it wasn’t a smile. She’s a brave little girl, but still. So we sat on the pillow and spent our time trying to land gracefully each time we were catapulted off the rubber. The extreme sporting term “big air” came to mind.

Eventually, Skippy’s attention was diverted by the dump trucks in the sandbox, Tess spied a sand pail, and I was allowed to make my way to the ground, shaken but not stirred.

Finally, it was home for naptime, and then, two hours later, I took the kids to Chuck E. Cheese’s for dinner. Yes, I’m a glutton for punishment; and yes, I’m going to miss them very, very much.

‘Deepwater Horizon’ Is An Extremely Well Made Disaster Film

Disaster movies have been few these past years, although there are more than a few that turned into disasters unwillingly. However, Deepwater Horizon is a return to the format that really works. It is a good film that uses its special effects to good purpose. And that, I suppose, is what makes a disaster movie really good.

The film, based on a real disaster back in 2010, begins quietly. Mike Williams (Mark Wahlberg) is having breakfast with his wife (Kate Hudson) and family just before going off to do a tour on the big drilling ship. His coming aboard and greeting the crew provides a chance to see most of the characters to get an idea of who they are and what they do. Director Peter Berg uses every technique possible to make us aware of how the ship works and how the drilling is done, and does so in entertaining fashion. The ship (it is a partially submerged

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vessel designed to drill under the Gulf of Mexico for oil) is itself a character, a vitally important one in the film. There is a spectacular establishing shot near the beginning as Wahlberg and a group of others come on to start their three-week work tour. The camera lingers lovingly over the great girders that support the gigantic structure, swoops in on all sorts of detail. It is awesome, but in a short time, it will just about all be gone. The captain, Jimmy Harrell (Kurt

Russell), is a crusty geezer who likes to run things by the book. Unfortunately, the British Petroleum executives love to cut corners. Donald Vidrine (John Malkovich) is a slimy weasel in full Cajun mode who, in order to save some money, orders the captain, almost always called Mr. Jimmy, to ignore some key safety tests. Berg makes certain we understand the importance of the tests, as soon after the regulations are ignored, an oil blowout explodes, setting the whole ship on fire. The rest of the film is a story of heroism and disaster as crew members trying to hold the ship together watch as the ship begins to fall apart. The navigator, Andrea Fleytas (Gina Rodriguez) is a tough woman, the only woman aboard, but we watch her begin to come apart as the deck around her actually does.

Berg is expert in gradually increasing the tension until things finally break. The

first half of the film ensures that we know about the key players, know enough that we care whether they live or die, before putting them in danger. They, as well as many of those in smaller roles, are not simply meat for the grinder. We can’t simply dismiss those killed as mere unimportant extras, because Berg has given us the feeling that they are real people, that their lives are important, which helps drive the sense of tension needed in good drama. Not everything works. By making the BP executives so villainous, particularly as represented by Malkovich, other problems fade. Actually, that part was to some degree made up, although BP certainly cared far less about the damage that might be done than its bottom line. The film ignored many of the reasons for the problem, focusing instead on the perfidy of the oil company. The actual environmental damage was

enormous, although the federal government did push for reparations, something possibly surprising in the current government environment. There are still repercussions in some Gulf Coast areas six years after the disaster.

Berg, along with writers Matthew Michael Carnahan and Michael Sand, use a lot of oil-rig jargon, some of it incomprehensible. On the whole, they do help forge a picture of life on the rigs when things are working right. The cast was very good, although not much was really demanded of them. I liked Rodriguez, who did a lot with a role that emotionally was rather limited. Malkovich was, as usual, far over the top. Wahlberg, Hudson and Russell were very likeable, hardly a real stretch. There have not been many disaster movies recently. If you like them, or if you really love action and special effects, you will enjoy this film.

The Village of Royal Palm Beach currently has a vacancy for an alternate member on the Planning and Zoning Commission which meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month. All meetings are held in the Village Meeting Hall. If you are a resident of Royal Palm Beach and would like to volunteer your service and expertise on this local government Board, pick up an application at the Village Clerk’s office or download it from the Village’s website at http://fl-royalpalmbeach.civicplus.com/ DocumentCenter/View/5207. Return the completed application to the Village Clerk’s office no later than October 26, 2016 for Council consideration at its November 3rd meeting.

If further information is desired, please call the Village Clerk at 790-5102.

By: Diane DiSanto, MMC, Village Clerk

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CFF Arthur’s Jam At IPC In Wellington On Oct. 15

Saturday, Oct. 15 will be the “gnarliest” party of the year when the Palm Beach chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation hosts the 20th anniversary of Arthur’s Jam at the International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington.

Hair bands and Madonna, Ghostbusters and the Village People will be in fashion as the

1980s-themed party creates an atmosphere of “girls (and guys) just wanna have fun.”

After losing Mary Weiss, the founder of the CFF Palm Beach chapter, earlier this year, this event is meant to celebrate the lives of both Arthur Weiss, the event’s namesake, and his mother Mary, and to continue their fight to find

Provident Jewelry Expands Chain Into Wellington

a cure for cystic fibrosis.

Highlights of the evening include live auction items such as an African safari and a Gibson Les Paul guitar, and silent auction items such as getaways to Antigua and St. Lucia.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.cff.org/ palmbeach or call (561) 683-9965.

Provident Jewelry recently announced its expansion into Wellington with a location in the Wellington Town Square shopping plaza, the seventh store in its chain. The firm looks forward to redefining luxury in the Wellington market by featuring some of the most prestigious jewelry and fine timepieces available.

“We are thrilled about the new location as we continue to grow and thrive in today’s market by focusing on our growing clientele and exceeding their expectations,” said Rob Samuels, CEO of Provident Jewelry. “Acquiring Polo Jewelers was a natural entry into the Wellington market. Both Polo Jewelers and Provident Jewelry share the philosophy of exceptional customer service and value.”

The location will feature a master jeweler and a watchmaker, providing clients with the highest quality of service and workmanship. Provident Jewelry will also have trained GIA graduate gemologists who can accurately evaluate, appraise and purchase any estate jewelry or fine timepieces.

“We have been following the flourishing Wellington market for years and are excited to bring Provident Jewelry to this commu-

Garden Community Support

continued from page 1 of the Boys & Girls Club healthy lifestyles program,” Merrell said. “We’ve been in the community for a long time helping to promote healthy lifestyles, so to have a partner in the Boys & Girls Club, to start it from the youngest generation of our community, is great. We’re excited for what the partnership will become.”

Peterson is looking forward to what the program, along with the garden, will evolve into.

“The kids want to learn how to do yoga, how to do stretching,” she said. “I think it’s going to become a good year of healthy lifestyles.”

Peterson is looking forward to planting the seedlings in the garden by type, be it the pizza garden with tomato and basil, the stir fry garden, the taco garden or the ratatouille garden — all centered on themes — that will be used for recipes.

The children will weed, take care of the plants, and learn how to pick their crops, implementing the healthy lifestyles in their own homes.

Community businesses are welcome to help teach the children,

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continued from page 1 has worked to put the right tools with the right environment for his employees, which is an approach that he said would also work for government. His top issues are education, the environment and jobs.

“If we continue to improve our education, if we attract better teachers, if we pay teachers more, Florida will be the best state in the union to live,” Roth said.

Education is the key to creating jobs and a better lifestyle, he added.

Protecting Florida’s unique environment in a manner that follows common sense is key, he said.

Roth describes himself as conservative.

“Conservative means that I want a stable environment for everyone to prosper. Conservativism, to me, means stability. Changing the regulations and changing things

Sales Tax $2.7 Billion Sunset Provision

continued from page 1 help repair, restore and replace some of the backlog and the deferred costs of infrastructure that has been put off for the last decade or so.

Restorations or repairs include 50-year-old bridges; drainage problems; dark streets; bumpy roads; broken playground equipment; crumbling sidewalks; aging school buildings, school buses, police cars and safety equipment; rusted jail bars and deferred courthouse maintenance; congested intersections; faulty sewer systems; and more.

A sunset provision to end the surtax was put in place, which was important, Bonlarron said. All of the funds will be audited and overseen by citizen committees. Annual reports will be issued to show how the money is spent. The

such as restaurants showing how the garden ingredients can be used to make a meal or how vegetables can be a good snack. “We’re one of the few Boys & Girls Clubs, because of where we’re located, that don’t get free and reduced lunch,” Peterson said. “So, this is that much more important to me because the children need food. A lot of them are here until 8 p.m.”

For Wellington Mayor Anne Gerwig, allowing the garden to double as a lesson is a benefit she’s looking forward to observing.

“It’s exciting for me because the kids can see where the food comes from, how much work goes into it and how hard it is to actually walk it all the way through the process,” Gerwig said.

Participants will learn from Growums, which has a set program to teach children how to garden. It is an education-oriented program with animated characters that help teach children how to become successful gardeners.

“A first-class animated video lesson delivered every 10 days tells the kids what to do. The characters will teach the kids how to germinate, how to transplant, how to feed, how to water and how to prune, all in timely 10day segments,” John Campbell of Growums said. “It’s a cool program, and we’re happy to be

all the time makes it hard for businesses to grow. I want businesses to prosper so everybody does better,” Roth said. “If businesses do better, then more taxes are raised. City government can pay policemen better, school teachers can make more money. The secret to everybody doing a little bit better is economic growth. That’s what I’m good at.”

Roth stressed that he isn’t a politician but an outsider. His first goal upon being elected would be to understand what the government is doing, what is occurring with regulation and education, and creating small changes to help make things work better.

“I’m looking at the world from the outside of government. What I see, I don’t like. I don’t see government being accountable to the people. I don’t see the government doing things the way they should do them. They want to do the right thing, but a lot of the time, they don’t know how,” he said.

For more information, visit www.rickroth.org.

surtax could continue for as long as 10 years, but will sunset once $2.7 billion is raised.

“One of the reasons that the county liked this particular structure is because it was one where tourists contributed about 25 percent of the revenue,” Bonlarron said, “so it wasn’t just asking local taxpayers and property taxpayers to foot the bill. It tried to capture some of the visitors who come into our community.”

This is not the first time that a surtax has been on the ballot.

Voters approved a half-cent surtax specifically for the school district in 2004. That tax sunset in 2010.

The current surtax, Bonlarron said, applies to all tax transactions subject to state sales tax, and applies only to the first $5,000 of sales prices of tangible personal property. Many items are still exempt, such as groceries, baby food and formula, as well as medicines.

“One of the other things about this is that the surtax stays local. Your 6 percent still goes to Tallahassee,” Bonlarron said. “But

involved in the Village of Wellington and the Boys & Girls Club to educate the kids in gardening.”

Meghan Whitten from H&J Contracting, who is also on the club’s board of directors, provided the necessary soil.

“When they brought up doing a community garden, I was more than happy to help donate the soil and get it here,” she said. “It’s part of our everyday business, and just one more way to get involved. We’re located in Wellington, I’m born and raised in Wellington, and we like to help out the community the best we can.”

Robert Simeone — A retired U.S. Navy veteran and retired PBSO deputy, Simeone believes that his diverse background, sitting on numerous boards with elected and appointed positions, is his best asset for public office.

“Knowing and dealing with budgets and line items really taught me a lot about how to deal with money and budgets,” he said.

Additionally, he added, his PBSO experience has prepared him for how to act diplomatically. His current business, with 22 employees, has taught Simeone about job creation.

Simeone spent eight years on the Hamal Community Development District board, overseeing a budget of more than $2 million, which he said is directly related to the legislative work in Tallahassee.

The top three issues of his campaign, he said, are the environment, protecting the water and focusing on options for Lake Okeechobee discharges and algae blooms; higher salaries for teachers and teaching beyond tests; and veterans issues.

this one, almost every penny stays in Palm Beach County, except for a small Department of Revenue charge.”

There are several organized advocacy groups supporting the tax. Currently, there are no known organizations actively opposing it, although some people have expressed the belief that the government should find a way to do the necessary updates using current tax revenue.

“If this doesn’t pass, local governments around the county will have to go back and try to do that,” Bonlarron said. “Either they’ll have to go back and cut some services from the existing budgets, or they’ll have to go back and look at those other revenue sources… and raise ad valorem taxes, or issue bonds, or some combination of the one, two or three of those, to try to figure out how they’re going to fund the backlog… The question is what the funding source is and how they’re going to do that.”

To learn about how, if approved, the tax money would be used, visit

nity,” said Geoff Fear, managing partner of the Wellington location.

“The new location is in the heart of Wellington at the corner of Forest Hill and South Shore boulevards.”

For more than 22 years, Provident Jewelry has been family owned and operated in South Florida with locations in West Palm Beach, Jupiter, Palm Beach, Naples, Fort Myers and Wellington.

Fear has been with the Provident Jewelry family for more than six years, previously serving as the manager of the Jupiter location. He has been an avid collector and enthusiast of fine timepieces and jewelry for 25 years. His pas-

sion for the industry, along with his exceptional customer service, have been the keys to his success. Fear and his wife live in Wellington, where they are active members of the community, attending many of the philanthropic functions in the area. For an appointment, call (561) 798-0777 or send Fear an e-mail at gfear@ providentjewelry.com.

Provident has built its business on superior customer service, exceptional value and attention to detail while offering its clientele an unmatched selection of jewelry. For more info., visit www. providentjewelry.com or call (561) 798-0777.

As all of the supplies came together, Campbell was impressed with how Wellington officials and staff worked together to help make the project a reality.

“The Village of Wellington has gone over the top. They’ve gone far beyond expectations. Jim Barnes and José Sanchez should be commended. This whole thing would not have come together without them,” he said.

Community businesses that would like to help with educating club members should e-mail info@ypwellington.com or visit www.ypwellington.com.

“I bring to the table a life of service. I’ve been serving my country. From military experience, when I served six years in the U.S. Navy, I was with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office for 10 years, and I’m also a small business owner — I understand creating the jobs aspect and taking care of our employees,” he said.

In 2011, Simeone founded the Children of Wounded Warriors, a nonprofit dedicated to ensuring that children of wounded veterans continue to have access to extracurricular activities after their parent’s injury to ensure normalcy and happiness in their lives.

With his wife Vivian, Simeone owns and operates Epiphany’s Recovery Treatment Center. He is also an adjunct professor, has completed his master’s degree and is in the middle of earning a doctoral degree.

Simeone believes that he is a stronger candidate because his experience varies beyond business. He is also a longtime resident of District 85. “In my opinion, the choice is clear,” Simeone said.

Rick Roth Robert Simeone

If he wins, Simeone plans to bring what he calls “R&R” — respect and relationships — to office.

“I’m a very moderate, centerline guy. I have the gift of gab — I like to call it verbal judo — my intentions are to cross the aisles and make the arrangements to propose these bills,” he said. “My hopes are to garner respect and relationships

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continued from page 3 Beach County School District, Palm Beach County and Minto West/Westlake.

“Who else is she going to sue?”

Damone asked. “She has been in front of the Indian Trail board trying to get us to spend more Indian Trail tax dollars to continue a lawsuit that ultimately is not winnable. I’m not about wasting tax dollars. I’d rather build community centers. I’d rather expand the park.

I’d rather mow swales more often.

I’m not going to waste tax dollars on lawsuits that can’t be won. She is trying to get Indian Trail carte blanche access to do the same with our tax dollars, and I will not allow it.”

Damone said that she wants to continue support for a commitment made by County Commissioner Melissa McKinlay to fund

with the other side. Let’s come up with some common-sense [solutions to] the issues that are on top of my platform and try to get something done, and not argue. I hope to just communicate and hopefully get things done by good communication.”

For more information, visit www.voterobertsimeone.com.

$3 million for the long-planned community center at Acreage Community Park that Damone has sought for more than a decade.

“My opponent is already against it because she doesn’t have a clear understanding of maintenance costs,” Damone said. “She wants to make it appear that it is something that we cannot afford. Right now, parks make up just over 9 percent of the overall budget, and it is truly the core of our community, because we don’t have a lot of amenities or large places to gather, so Acreage Community Park and our parks have been instrumental to the success of the core of our community when we’re doing fundraisers or events.”

On the topic of Acreage incorporation, Damone said she feels that residents have the right to explore the idea and wait for a feasibility study to be completed in order to make a business decision.

“I don’t believe she [Argue] supports that effort,” Damone said. “I believe it would be irresponsible not to investigate the opportunity to see if it is feasible.”

Arthur’s Jam committee members Ron Saunders, Alecia Bonato, Cindy Metzler, Andre Varona, Jim Springer, Shelly Power, Kimberly Sundook, Colette Beland and Cathleen O’Toole Stetson.

Amelia Bowers with Caren the Carrot.

Robyn and Adrian Mishkin check out gardening supplies. Sammie Tahan with plants in front of one of the garden beds.

Boys & Girls Club board members and sponsors with village officials and members of the Young Professionals of Wellington. PHOTOS BY JULIE UNGER/TOWN-CRIER

Assistant County Administrator Todd Bonlarron recently spoke at the Wellington library. PHOTO BY JULIE UNGER/TOWN-CRIER

Geoff Fear, managing partner of Wellington location.

THE POETS IN AUTUMN TOUR BRINGS A CROWD TO WELLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL

Kingdom Promotions presented the Poets in Autumn Tour on Sunday, Oct. 2 at Wellington High School. Power & Authority Evangelical Ministry WPB hosted the event. The show featured a Christian spoken word and poetry production, which attracted an enthusiastic audience. To learn more about the Poets in Autumn tour, visit www.thepiatour.com.

PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Local Dance Team Getting Ready To Perform At Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Dance Theatre at Wellington’s

DTX dance team has received a once-in-a-lifetime invitation to dance in the 2016 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and the dancers are seeking the community’s help to make the trip possible.

The girls will begin learning the choreography in October, and when they arrive in New York City, they will practice with other dancers from around the country. In addition to performing in the parade, the girls will attend a Broadway show, see the Rockettes perform, tour the National Sep-

tember 11 Memorial & Museum and more. The dancers are excited to represent Wellington in New York City and have done many fundraisers over the past several months to defray the $2,500 per dancer cost of the trip. They will not able to make the trip without the support of the community and local businesses. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, call (561) 784-4401. Learn more about the Dance Theatre at Wellington at www. danceinwellington.com.

Wellington Wolves Hosting Basketball Tryouts Oct. 30

The Wellington Wolves Youth Basketball Association will hold its annual tryouts for the 2016-17 Grade School Travel Basketball Season on Sunday, Oct. 30. Tryouts will be held at the Village Park gymnasium (11700 Pierson Road, Wellington).

The tryouts will be for boys in grades 3 to 8 and girls in grades 5 and 8. The high school age tryouts will be held in February after the high school basketball season is over. Visit www.wellingtonwolves.com for tryout times and more information.

The Wellington Wolves Youth Basketball Association is also

looking for coaches. If you are interested, call Chris Fratalia at (561) 252-9530. The mission of the Wellington Travel Basketball Association is to create an environment for the youth in the western communities in which the fundamental skills, strategy and history of the game of basketball will be taught, enabling the participants to have a successful career in middle school and high school. Sportsmanship, citizenship and education are important components of the program. Visit www.wellingtonwolves. com for more info.

Pedro Andres, Joshua Vences, Odalis Ramirez and Carla Garcia enjoy the show.

Poets in Autumn stars Chris Webb, Preston Perry, Ezekiel Azonwu, Jackie Hill-Perry and Janette...Ikz.

Poets in Autumn stars Ezekiel Azonwu, Chris Webb, Preston Perry, Jackie Hill-Perry and Janette...Ikz during a question and answer session.

Jackie Hill-Perry, Ezekiel Azonwu, Preston Perry and Janette...Ikz act out a courtroom scene.

Ezekiel Azonwu portrays an angel.

Janette...Ikz performs with her guitar.

Ministers Elizabeth and Rodrigo McDermott from Power & Authority Evangelical Ministry.

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Harness Racing Event At Sunshine Meadows

If you enjoy horses, either riding them or watching them, then consider paying a visit to Sunshine Meadows Equestrian Village. Located just off State Road 7, it’s one of the last large-scale equestrian venues in the county not dedicated mainly to showing. Ellen Rosenberg’s Column, Page 21

Business

Wellington National Golf Club Welcomes

Troy Sheller As Its New Executive Chef

The Wellington National Golf Club recently welcomed new executive chef Troy Sheller to its team of professional management. Sheller, who specializes in the American Gastro style, brings his passion for avant-garde cooking and restaurant operations to the recently opened country club in Wellington. The new Wellington National Golf Club offers full-service catering and event production. Page 22

Sports

Seminole Ridge Hawks Defeat

WHS Wolverines

The Seminole Ridge High School football team traveled to take on host Wellington High School in a much-anticipated district matchup Friday, Sept. 30. Both teams needed the victory to remain in the driver’s seat for a playoff spot. Seminole Ridge managed to hold on for a 37-27 win. Page 27

Broncos Get Homecoming Win Over West Boca

On Sept. 30, the Palm Beach Central High School football team hosted West Boca High School in a non-district contest. The Broncos defeated the Bulls 27-18 in front of a homecoming crowd, taking their first win this season. The Broncos (1-5) put together enough effort to collect the victory. Page 27

Fun Time At Sunshine Meadows Harness Racing Event

If you enjoy horses, either riding them or watching them, then consider paying a visit to Sunshine Meadows Equestrian Village. Located at 16668 Winners Circle Drive in suburban Delray Beach, just off State Road 7 south of Atlantic Avenue, it’s one of the last large-scale equestrian venues in Palm Beach County not dedicated mainly to showing.

The more than 170 acres are home to two hunter/jumper rings, a pony ring, two open riding rings, a show ring, two FEI regulation dressage rings (one with a mirror), bridle paths and trails for hacking and pleasure riding, round pens, 18 hurricane-safe CBS barns with enough stalls to house 650 horses, 45 paddocks, a full-service kitchen, laundry facilities, on-site staff housing, plenty of jumps of every type and lots of trailer/van parking. It’s open for trail riding and hacking out. No paved roads, no traffic.

In the past, Sunshine Meadows primarily catered to harness racing, and there still is a good amount of that. The three tracks are maintained daily: a mile, a 5/8th-mile and half-mile Euro track. The mile track was where the action was two Saturdays in a row, Sept. 10 and Sept. 17, when the facility hosted the FSBOA Sunshine Stakes races.

“These races are sanctioned by the Florida Standardbred Breeders & Owners Association,” General Manager Brandon Mills said.

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Tales From The Trails

By Ellen Rosenberg

“All of the horses are Florida-bred, most 2 or 3 years old, some as old as 6, both trotters and pacers. Although the winners do get a percentage of the $50,000 purse, there’s no wagering on the outcomes.”

It is the second time that Sunshine Meadows has offered the event.

“The first time was back in 2014, and it was so successful we decided to try it again. This is a great way to raise awareness of Standardbreds here in Florida. Some of our owners and breeders struggle a bit financially, since many of the horses travel north for much of the year and return south for the winter,” Mills said. “This is also a nice way for the local community to get to know the owners and breeders, and to come out to this great facility and see some of the things we have to offer.”

When I attended on Sept. 17, the riding rings were nicely full of people riding (both English and western tack), jumping, taking lessons or just walking out on trails. The horses seemed completely unconcerned with the racing going on just a stone’s throw away on the wide dirt track. A group of owners, trainers and specta-

tors perched on the bleachers, listening to the announcer call each race and watching the horses hurtle past.

Two friends who are local owners and trainers, though not of any of the horses racing that day, came to watch and enjoy the day.

Irwin Lubar and Alan Hyatt watched intently as another race got underway. “This is nice,” Irwin said, speaking generally of the horses, the races and the facility. “They should do this every weekend here year-round.”

“This is where we live,” Alan added. “At the track. Running race horses is an addiction. You know, this is how America got started. Back in the day, horses were an integral part of everyday life, and people couldn’t help bragging about their horses and how fast they were. They had to race them to prove it.”

Alan enjoyed the day. “Being here, in a friendly atmosphere and community like this, rather than at a racetrack, is special,” he said. See ROSENBERG, page 29

Spectators watch the harness racing action at Sunshine Meadows.

Wellington National Welcomes New Executive Chef

The Wellington National Golf Club recently welcomed new executive chef Troy Sheller to its team of professional management. Sheller, who specializes in the American Gastro style, brings his passion for avant-garde cooking and restaurant operations to the recently opened country club in Wellington.

Sheller moved to Florida in 1999, after being raised in Traverse City, Mich. An only child and grandchild of a traditional Sicilian family, Sheller was raised in the kitchen with his mother and grandmother, where he developed a passion for authentic cooking and bringing people closer together with food.

Sheller has since moved on from his classical Sicilian roots and now specializes in creating unique dishes that don’t immediately seem like they should be paired together.

“My passion is to watch peo-

ple smile and get confused about what they are eating,” Sheller said laughingly.

Although not classically trained, Sheller still values traditional dishes as a way to help customers experience new and unique flavors. “I am known for taking classic recipes and putting a great twist on them, because I didn’t grow up with rules around food,” he said. “Anything that doesn’t make sense is what I usually cook.”

One of Sheller’s favorite signature dishes that he repeatedly gets asked to re-create is the crabmeat cheesecake. In his twist on old world meets new, Sheller combines a Maryland blue lump crab cake recipe with a traditional ricotta cheesecake recipe in a soufflé and garnishes the dish with rosemary crème fresh.

“It is something that is confusing to the palate, but also something

that you just want to keep eating,” Sheller said.

The new Wellington National Golf Club offers full-service catering and event production headed by Aaron Menitoff and Julie Larson of Wellington Hospitality Group, formally known as Aaron’s Catering.

The golf and country club, which spans 250 acres on Binks Forest Drive, has recently undergone substantial renovations to its 18-hole course, as well as to the clubhouse’s wine bar, piazza and ballroom. The open architectural design is perfect for hosting large charity fundraisers, weddings and events, as well as serving the country club members daily.

“I believe that everything happens for a reason, and when Wellington National began discussing this position for me, I knew it was my time,” Sheller explained. “Aaron and Julie

are such an inspiration for me. They inspire me to create meals that can fit with their extravagant and creative settings.”

Members who dine at the Wellington National Golf Club can look forward to a menu that relies on local ingredients and rotates frequently based on the season. Local ingredients sourced from businesses such as Swank Farms and Seminole Pride not only guarantee freshness, but also help to support local farms and business owners.

Sheller is joining an all-star team of experts, including Julie Pickens, previously of the International Polo Club Palm Beach and the Breakers Palm Beach, golf professional Brett Carman, and owners Chip Smith, Doug Marty and Andy Apple.

For information on membership, contact Julie Pickens at julie@

Troy Sheller

wellingtonnationalgolf.com. To learn more about catering, e-mail catering@wellingtonnationalgolf. com.

Wellington Nonprofit JustWorld International Launches New Web Site

The Wellington-based nonprofit JustWorld International has launched an updated web site with a fresh look and modern feel to better communicate how the organization is making a difference in the lives of children through its partner projects. JustWorld redesigned its web site

to feature tools that give supporters and new visitors a platform to easily navigate exactly what JustWorld does and its powerful impact through its partner projects.

“We want to provide visitors an easy way to learn about our projects, events and opportunities to get

involved, but most importantly how you can give and help support thousands of children benefiting from our programs,” founder and Executive Director Jessica Newman said.

JustWorld hopes that supporters will be able to better share its mission with their networks and inspire

others to join them.

Primarily through the international equestrian community, JustWorld supports basic education, nutrition, health/hygiene and cultural development programs for children in impoverished communities in Cambodia, Guatemala and Honduras.

Besides helping more than 6,500 children receive essential needs, JustWorld provides an opportunity for equestrians and individuals to experience and contribute to a global campaign against poverty. Visit www.justworldinternational.org to learn more.

Local Chiropractic Clinic Offering New Laser Therapy

Dr. Matthew DiLallo and Dr. Addison Seitter of Performance & Wellness Chiropractic have announced the addition of K-Laser Class IV therapeutic laser treatments for advanced pain relief and enhanced tissue healing.

“We are very excited to offer these treatments to our patients,” DiLallo said. “Lasers have been used in Europe for dozens of years, but are relatively new here in the U.S. The K-Laser is an effective treatment for many conditions.”

The K-Laser is a product of

K-Laser USA, the leading company in Class IV laser therapy. The K-Laser is being used by numerous healthcare providers and pro sports teams throughout the United States and around the world.

“We can help many more people than we could before,” DiLallo said. “The K-Laser is absolutely the best thing to ever happen to our office. It is very exciting to help people get the results they want, and with virtually no side effects.”

Many therapeutic lasers being used to this point were Class IIIa or

IIIb, since their power output was under 500 milliwatts. The K-Laser Class IV Therapeutic Laser delivers up to 12,000 milliwatts of therapeutic laser energy. It is the only Class IV therapy laser with wavelength selectability, intense superpulse and multiple therapy presets.

The higher power of Class IV therapy lasers delivers a therapeutic dosage of laser energy to a larger volume of tissue, thus producing more immediate, significant results.

Laser therapy works by stimulating production of cellular energy in

BANK VOLUNTEERS HELP BUILD HOME

Bank of America volunteers recently rolled up their sleeves with Habitat for Humanity of Southern Palm Beach County, completing tasks, like adding roof shingles, for the early construction stages on a new home that will soon belong to a deserving West Palm Beach family. Homeowner Whitney Fulton is a single mother of three. The project was part of Bank of America’s third Habitat Global Build hosted in celebration of the bank’s 30-year commitment to Habitat for Humanity. Thousands of Bank of America employee volunteers teamed up with Habitat for Humanity affiliates in 85 communities.

damaged cells and by enhancing the cell membrane permeability. This promotes the speed and quality of healing, enhances the exchange of nutrients and wastes across the cell membrane, and improves elasticity of injured tissues. Laser therapy also modulates pain and reduces inflammation.

It can be used immediately on acute injuries, over broken skin and over metal implants. Laser therapy enhances the rate and quality of healing of acute injuries, and can help with the resolution of chronic

complaints such as arthritis.

“The K-Laser is being used in the very best healthcare clinics across the country, and by several professional sports teams, such as the New York Yankees. We are very pleased to offer the latest laser therapy technology to our patients with the K-Laser,” Seitter said.

To make an appointment for K-Laser treatment, call Performance & Wellness Chiropractic at (561) 402-4701. The clinic is located at 8409 N. Military Trail, Suite 113, in Palm Beach Gardens.

Area Charity Now Is The One In Immediate

A local nonprofit organization that helps thousands of children in need each year now finds itself needing assistance. The Believe in Santa Foundation, a charitable organization, will be without a place to store all the toys, sporting goods, electronics and other items that it gives to children all year round.

For more than a year, the organization has been able to store presents in a 10-foot-by-10-foot, climate-controlled storage unit in Royal Palm Beach. But the storage facility’s recent sale to a new com-

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pany has been met with a notice to vacate the unit. The nonprofit had to have everything packed up and moved out by Saturday, Oct. 8.

“This creates an incredible hardship for us,” said Keith Carson, president of the Believe in Santa Foundation. “It’s urgent that we find a new North Pole for these gifts. We hope another local business will step up and be a partner.”

The foundation helps children in need any time of year with visits from Santa Claus. For more info., visit www.believeinsanta.com.

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Seminole Ridge Hawks Defeat Wellington Wolverines

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report

The Seminole Ridge High School football team traveled to take on host Wellington High School in a much-anticipated district matchup Friday, Sept. 30. Both teams needed the victory to remain in the driver’s seat for a playoff spot as the postseason draws near. Seminole Ridge managed to hold on for a 37-27 win.

Wellington (3-3, 1-1 in District 9-8A) made an early statement that it would pull no punches on the

night, when it attempted to convert on fourth-and-five at its own 35-yard line. The attempt fell short, putting the Hawks in position to take an early lead, and they did just that.

Freshman running back Corey Polk scampered off for the 25-yard touchdown up the center for the game’s first score. A false start on the point-after attempt put the Hawks half the distance of the goal. It was Seminole Ridge (3-2, 1-1 in District 9-8A) making a statement, scoring the two-point conversion to take an

8-0 lead in the first quarter.

Wellington had difficulty battling through early penalties, having two touchdowns called back, but eventually closed the gap with a 33-yard Logan Robinson field goal to cut the margin to 8-3. Wolverine quarterback Ben Schmickle then found receiver Jymetre Hester on a 28-yard touchdown pass to give Wellington its first lead of the game, 10-8.

Wellington recovered the onside kick to regain possession in midfield. Two plays later, Schmickle

connected with Mark Anthony Richards for a 51-yard touchdown pass to extend its lead to 17-8 to start the second quarter.

The Hawks then went to work on offense, grinding out 80 yards while chewing up the clock, and capped the drive with a 1-yard run by quarterback Michael Adeyanju. Another successful Hawk two-point conversion made it a one-point game, with Wellington hanging on 17-16.

Running back Kristian Gonzalez delivered another blow to the

Wolverines when he broke a tackle inside and darted off 56 yards for the score to give Seminole Ridge back the lead, 23-17. The Hawks’ ground-and-pound offense showed little signs of letting up, but with everything at stake, the Hawks went to the air. Adeyanju surprised the Wolverine defense with a 75-yard touchdown pass to Jeremiah Brown to give the Hawks a 30-17 edge at halftime.

Wellington’s defense found some

Broncos Get 27-18 Homecoming Win Over West Boca

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report

On Friday, Sept. 30, the Palm Beach Central High School football team hosted West Boca High School in a non-district contest. The Broncos defeated the Bulls 27-18 in front of a homecoming crowd, taking their first win this season.

The Broncos (1-5) put together enough effort on both sides of the ball to collect the victory. The Broncos relied on a bulldozing ground game to lead the way, racking up more than 400 yards rushing.

Running back Anthony Wynds collected 222 of those yards on 21 carries and added two touchdowns.

Running back Lakeavious Simmons put in 165 yards on the ground on 18 carries and two scores. The duo has been a thorn for opposing defenses through the season.

West Boca had trouble containing the Bronco run attack the whole first half. Palm Beach Central scored three times in the first half, forcing

the Bulls to play catch-up. West Boca was able to close the margin, putting up one touchdown and a field goal to close out the first half, 21-10.

The riddle for the Bulls was how would they solve the Bronco run game. They would not find the answer they searched for, as the

Broncos continued to pound the Bulls’ defensive front. When West Boca made the play, it was often down field after a large gain. Simmons drove in his second touchdown to start the second half, extending the Palm Beach Central lead to 27-10. West Boca found a

PHOTOS BY GENE NARDI/TOWN-CRIER

SRHS safety Kaleb Costain tries to break up a pass to WHS receiver Jymetre Hester.

Wellington receiver Sage Chen-Young is tackled by the Hawk defense after a big gain.

See BRONCOS, page 29

Seminole Ridge running back Kristian Gonzalez is off to the races on a 56-yard touchdown run.

Palm Beach Central receiver Jeremiah Anderson tries to avoid the tackle as he runs to the outside after a catch.

See SRHS VS. WHS, page 29

Running back Lakeavious Simmons finds running room in the West Boca secondary.

Palm Beach Central running back Anthony Wynds powers through the West Boca defense.

Riley Ganzi Named MVP As Flexjet Wins Tackeria Invitational

Flexjet won the opening tournament of the fall polo season with an exciting 7-6 victory over Casablanca in the Tackeria Invitational on Sunday, Oct. 2 at the Grand Champions Polo Club in Wellington.

Melissa Ganzi took a pass from Juan Bollini and scored on a cut shot just before the 30-second bell in the final chukker to clinch the win.

Flexjet (Riley Ganzi, Melissa Ganzi, Juan Bollini and Jason Crowder) and Casablanca (Grant

Ganzi, Jared Sheldon, Carlitos Gracida and Juancito Bollini) battled back and forth throughout the game, with Casablanca taking a 3-1 lead after two chukkers and Flexjet a 6-4 lead after four chukkers.

Riley Ganzi, a junior at St. Andrew’s School, was named Most Valuable Player. At 16, she is one of the youngest MVPs in club history.

“I was pretty happy with how I played considering I haven’t played in over a month,” Ganzi said. “I was just going out there to get back into it and get the feel for things. It turned out really well for me. It’s kind of surprising. I usually don’t feel as comfortable when I haven’t played for a long time. Being surrounded by my mom, brother and Juan, I felt the positive energy, which I think helped.”

Ganzi played with her mother, Melissa, a longtime player, and against her brother, Grant, a freshman at Lynn University and a rising player in the sport.

The mother-daughter team combined for seven goals, with Melissa Ganzi leading with a game-high five goals. Juancito Bollini led Casablanca with three goals.

A third generation polo player, Riley Ganzi started playing polo at age 4. Her mother has been a role model throughout her young career.

“She has honestly taught me everything,” Ganzi said. “She has definitely been a role model my whole life. It’s hard to live up to all that she has accomplished in polo. It’s not the same going to the barn when she’s not there. I’m happier when she’s with me. It has made our relationship special and what it is today.”

Playing with and against top players including Crowder and Sheldon, a Team USPA member, helps Ganzi hone her skills and improve her game.

“They are such great players to learn from,” Ganzi said. “I still have so much room to improve. I do it because I love it, that’s what motivates me. I think keeping at it, practicing all the time and being with people who support me, has helped me get to where I am.”

Open Quarzo, an 8-year-old Bay stallion ridden by Melissa Ganzi and owned by Santa Rita Farm, was named Best Playing Pony.

In the lightning-shortened subsidiary five-chukker game, Palm Beach Equine (Toro Roldan, J.J. Celis, Martin Estrada and Guille Aguero) defeated Newport (Nic Roldan, Gene Goldstein, Marc Ganzi and Glenn Straub), 7-5.

Aguero was named Most Valuable Player. Gittle, a 12-year-old

Bay mare ridden by Goldstein, was selected Best Playing Pony.

Estrada had three goals and Celis added two for Palm Beach Equine. Roldan and Goldstein each scored two goals for Newport.

The Tackeria Invitational is the first of 10 fall tournaments at one of the nation’s busiest polo clubs.

The club will host seven medium-goal events, two 20-goal tournaments, the Carlos Gracida Memorial Legends of Polo game

and the International Cup.

“It’s going to be a busy season,” Grand Champions co-owner and player Marc Ganzi said. “We keep pushing the envelope. We want to keep polo fun and spice it up. This is a fun time and gets us primed and ready for the winter season.”

Wellington-based ChukkerTV, leaders in worldwide polo broadcasting, is live streaming the entire fall season. For more info., visit www.gcpolo.com.

Riley Ganzi of Flexjet shows winning MVP form.

Flexjet’s Riley Ganzi, Melissa Ganzi, Juan Bollini and Jason Crowder with awards presenter Jesse Coppola.

Broncos Victory Over West Boca

continued from page 27 bit of light when the team sacked Bronco quarterback Nick Atkins in

desperation, the Bulls attempted to go for a two-point conversion, but fell short. It would be the final score for the Bulls.

The Bronco defense suffocated the West Boca offense, shutting them down on the ground and through the air.

offense into submission. The solid play gave the Broncos back the ball to run out the clock to seal the homecoming win 27-18.

“Our offensive line struggled a little at first,” Ierulli said. “They picked their heads up, regrouped and they started doing what they were supposed to be doing. I’m very proud of their effort.”

Atkins completed six of 10 passes for 66 yards and added 14 yards rushing.

The win is the Broncos’ first of the season. They are next sched-

This is such a friendly venue. Many times, here in Palm Beach County, when people think of a horse event, they automatically think of showing. People should take the time to stop by and see all the other things horses can do.”

Sunshine Meadows Equestrian Village will be hosting a series called Champion Racehorses in Your Backyard starting Dec. 3 and running through April 15. Everyone is invited to attend Saturday mornings’ “Breakfast On the Deck” to meet the trotters and pacers, see them in action and enjoy refreshments. It runs every Saturday morning from 8 to 11 a.m. For more information, call Myron Bell at (201) 321-6353 or visit www. facebook.com/SunshineMeadows EquestrianVillage.

uled to host Seminole Ridge High School on Friday, Oct. 14 at 7 p.m. in the first of a series of district games.

SRHS vs. WHS Hawks Win 37-27

continued from page 27 rhythm, holding off the Hawks for the third quarter, and closed the gap with a Robinson 38-yard field goal, cutting the Seminole Ridge lead to 30-20. The Wolverines continued to gain momentum on offense. Schmickle linked up with receiver D.J. Dobkins on a 17-yard touchdown pass to make it a 3-point game at 30-27 at the end of the third quarter.

However, the Wolverines ran out of steam on defense and could not corral Gonzalez, who punched it in for the final score to seal the Hawks win, 37-27, late in the fourth quarter.

Gonzalez had 177 yards on 22 carries and two touchdowns. Brown had a touchdown reception. Polk had 44 yards rushing and a touchdown.

For Wellington, Schmickle had 291 yards passing and three touchdowns. Running back Marvin Pierre had 31 yards rushing. Defensive end Patrick Mark had an interception.

“Our schedule has made us a better team,” Ierulli said. “I told the kids it’s not how you start but how you finish.”

Seminole Ridge will travel to Palm Beach Central High School on Friday, Oct. 14. Wellington will also be on the road at Jupiter High School on Friday, Oct. 14. Both games start at 7 p.m.

Running back Corey Polk runs for the Hawks’ first touchdown.

PHOTO BY GENE NARDI/TOWN-CRIER

Friday, Oct. 14

• Registration closes Friday, Oct. 14 at 5 p.m. for the 30th annual Citizens Criminal Justice Academy sponsored by the Palm Beach County Criminal Justice Commission. The 10-week program begins on Monday, Oct. 17 and runs 10 consecutive Mondays. To register, visit www. pbcgov.org/criminaljustice. Call (561) 355-4943 for more info.

• The Mounts Botanical Garden will host Stories in the Garden for ages 2 to 6 on Friday, Oct. 14 at 10 a.m. Celebrate the 13th year of Stories in the Garden, nature-themed programs co-sponsored by the Palm Beach County Library System. To pre-register, call (561) 233-1751 or Stacy Burford at (561) 649-5439.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “The Fire Trucks Are Here!” for children under 5 on Friday, Oct. 14 at 10 a.m. October is Fire Safety Month and local firefighters will read stories and share their fire safety tips. Afterward, you can pretend you are a firefighter and visit a real fire engine. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• Royal Palm Beach will hold its Eighth Annual Fashion Show with fashions presented by Dress Barn on Friday, Oct. 14 at 11 a.m. at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center. The show will include lunch, raffle prizes and entertainment. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. For more info., call Dolly Hughes at (561) 790-5149.

• Barnes & Noble in Wellington (10500 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Event on Friday, Oct. 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. Call (561) 792-1292 for more info.

• Palm Beach Dramaworks will open its 201617 season with Tennessee Williams’ The Night of the Iguana on Friday, Oct. 14 at 8 p.m. at the Don & Ann Brown Theatre in West Palm Beach. Performances continue through Nov. 13. For more info., call (561) 514-4042 or visit www. palmbeachdramaworks.org.

Saturday, Oct. 15

• Buckler’s Craft Fairs & More will be at the South Florida Fairgrounds on Saturday, Oct. 15 and Sunday, Oct. 16. For more info., visit www. bucklercraftfair.com.

• The Florida Trail Association will walk four miles in Okeeheelee Park (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.) on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 7:30 a.m. Call Paul Cummings at (561) 963-9906 for more info.

• HealthSource Chiropractic Progressive Rehab & Wellness (125 S. State Road 7, Suite 103, Royal Palm Beach) will host a community/ patient appreciation day on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to honor its patients and to thank the community. Call (561) 792-4016 to reserve your spot for the festivities.

• Barnes & Noble in Wellington (10500 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host Pete the Cat Storytime on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 11 a.m. Call (561) 7921292 for more info.

• The Mall at Wellington Green will host its free MallStars Costume Party with games, dancing, photo fun and more on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. for children 10 years old and under. For more info., call (561) 227-6900 or visit www.shopwellingtongreen.com.

• The Wellington Home Show will be held at the Wellington Amphitheater on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free to the family-friendly event. Meet with dozens of home product and service experts to fix, remodel and beautify your home. There will also be dog adoptions, celebrity radio appearances and more. For more info., visit www.mainmeetevents.com.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host an Italian-American Heritage Month Documentary Series for adults on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 1:30 p.m. with a screening of Violin Masters: Two Gentlemen of Cremona. The documentary tells the story of two violin masters, Antonio Stradivari and Giuseppe Guarneri del Gesù. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Kitchen Chat: One-Pot Meals on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 2 p.m., a cookbook discussion

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for beginners and experienced cooks. Borrow any cookbook on the theme, test a meal or two, and share your tips, techniques and kitchen adventures. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host an Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 2 p.m. Experience a caffeinated collection of local talent or bring your acoustic instruments and jam out. Coffee will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host its Lego Builders Club for ages 5 to 12 on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 2:30 p.m. Use Lego bricks to work on creative projects. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation will hold its 20th annual Arthur’s Jam event on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 6 p.m. at the International Polo Club Palm Beach (3667 120th Avenue South, Wellington). Arthur’s Jam is a car-themed fundraiser named after Arthur Weiss, the son of the founder of CFF’s Palm Beach Chapter, Mary Weiss. For more info., call (561) 683-9965 or visit www.cff. org/palmbeach.

• The Knights of Columbus Council 8419 will hold a 1950s/60s sock hop at the St. Rita Catholic Parish Center (13645 Paddock Drive, Wellington) on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 6 to 10 p.m. Call (561) 846-1821 for tickets or more info.

• The Palm Beach Zoo will host Spooky Snooze Overnight at the Zoo on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 a.m. If you are brave enough to spend a night at the zoo, enjoy an evening of Halloween-themed activities, including up-close animal encounters, pumpkin painting, crafts and a nighttime tour. Pizza and continental breakfast are included. Activities are geared for children 6 and up. Parents must attend. Visit www.palmbeachzoo.org/spooky-snooze-2016 for more info.

• Barnes & Noble in Wellington Green (10500 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a Tabletop Gaming Meetup on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. Six games will be available to play, including Red Flags, Boss Monster, Onitama, Kitty Paw, World’s Fair 1893 and Warehouse 51. The event will be fun for experienced gamers, as well as those just getting into gaming. There will also be a raffle for promotional game cards. Call (561) 792-1292 for more info.

• The Rosarian Academy (807 N. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach) will welcome movie star and Florida favorite son Burt Reynolds to its stage at the Picotte Fine Arts Center on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 7:30 p.m. Prior to a showing of Reynolds’ hit movie Hooper, there will be a 30-minute Q&A with questions submitted by the audience. For more info., call (561) 743-9955 or visit www. burtreynoldsinstitute.org.

Sunday, Oct. 16

• The 22nd annual Buddy Walk to benefit the Gold Coast Down Syndrome Organization will take place Sunday Oct. 16 at John Prince Park’s Center Drive Pavilion (4759 S. Congress Ave., Lake Worth). Check-in is at 8 a.m. with the opening ceremony at 8:45 a.m. For more info., e-mail ad.gcdso@bellsouth.net, call (561) 752-3383 or visit http://gcdso.donordrive.com/bw2016.

• The Royal Palm Beach Green Market & Bazaar will return to Veterans Park on Sunday, Oct. 16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The market will run each Sunday through April 2017. For more info., visit www.rpbgreenmarket.com or call (561) 792-9260.

• Mounts Botanical Garden (531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach) and the Junior League of the Palm Beaches will present the annual Fall Family Festival on Sunday, Oct. 16 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a variety of fun-filled activities, including rock climbing, bounce houses, games, hands-on educational displays, music and refreshments. In addition, 4-H will hold an open house. Favorite activities include pony rides, face painting, the kiddie train and more. Some activities are free and some have a nominal charge. For more info., call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org.

• Graphic novelist Rebecca Mock will be at the Barnes & Noble store in Wellington (10500 W.

Forest Hill Blvd.) on Sunday, Oct 16 at 2 p.m. to read and sign copies of her first young reader’s book, Compass South. Call (561) 792-1292 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Festival of Lights Celebration (Diwali) on Sunday, Oct. 16 at 2:30 p.m. with colorful dresses, traditional and contemporary dances, and glittering lights. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

Monday, Oct. 17

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Read, Write & Critique for adults on Mondays, Oct. 17 and Oct. 31 at 9:30 a.m. Are you an aspiring writer looking for constructive feedback? This informal roundtable discussion allows participants improve their craft by reading and discussing their works in progress. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info.

• The Mid-County Democratic Club will meet on Monday, Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. at Tree’s Wings & Ribs (603 Royal Palm Beach Blvd.) featuring State Attorney Dave Aronberg. For more info., call Steve Licari at (561) 307-0876 or e-mail stevenlicari@hotmail.com.

Tuesday, Oct. 18

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Art for Adults: Beginner’s Series Contour & Dimension for ages 16 and up on Tuesday, Oct. 18 at 2 p.m. Learn to draw from scratch by attaining and practicing the fundamentals of line, mass and volume. Using graphite, learn to use contour lines to emphasize the mass and volume of subjects. Graphite, paper and other media will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The School District of Palm Beach County will present its Showcase of Schools at the South Florida Fairgrounds on Tuesday, Oct. 18 from 4 to 8 p.m. Visit www.palmbeachschools.org/ choiceprograms for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host its Anime Otaku Club for ages 12 to 17 on Tuesday, Oct. 18 at 6:30 p.m. Hang out, watch anime and eat snacks while you talk with friends and fans about all the coolest stuff from Japan. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Pajamarama Story Time: Ding, Ding, Ding... I Hear the Fire Engines!” for ages 3 to 6 on Tuesday, Oct. 18 at 6:30 p.m. Celebrate Fire Safety Month with stories, songs, dancing and a special guest appearance by a community firefighter. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

Wednesday, Oct. 19

• The Wellington Chamber of Commerce will host its Meet the Candidates Luncheon at the Wanderers Club on Wednesday, Oct. 19 with registration starting at 11:30 a.m. To RSVP, call (561) 792-6525.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Musical Toddlers & Tykes for ages 4 and under on Wednesday, Oct. 19 at 3:30 p.m. Join in a jam session and keep the music going. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• Wellington will hold a Village-wide Neighborhood Watch Meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 19 at 7:30 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov.

Thursday, Oct. 20

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Coloring for Adults: Autumnal Aviary for ages 16 and up on Thursday, Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. Celebrate nature by coloring a harbinger of shorter days and cooler weather. Relax in a world of varying shades while you let your worries fly away. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Game Time for ages 8 to 12 on Thursday, Oct. 20 at 3:30 p.m. Have a blast indoors with new and favorite board games, card games and video games. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host food trucks on Thursday, Oct. 20 at 5 p.m. with a free concert by

Rough Shot at 6:30 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info.

• The Western Business Alliance will hold a social event on Thursday, Oct. 20 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at SunTrust Bank (9951 Okeechobee Blvd.). Visit www.thewesternbusinessalliance. com for more info.

Friday, Oct. 21

• The West Palm Beach Fall Home Show will take place at the South Florida Fairgrounds from Friday, Oct. 21 through Sunday, Oct. 23. For more info., visit www.westpalmhomeshow.com.

• The USA BMX Sunshine State Nationals will make its Palm Beach County debut at the Okeeheelee Park BMX Track from Friday, Oct. 21 through Sunday, Oct. 23. For more info., visit www.okeeheeleebmx.com.

• The Palm Beach Zoo will host Boo at the Zoo, a fun, safe, not-so-scary Halloween experience for your kids, starting Friday, Oct. 21 and continuing Oct. 22, 23, 28, 29 and 30. Enjoy trick-or-treating, costume character meet-and-greets, kids costume contests, a kids DJ, pumpkin decorating, a haystack hunt and more. For more info., visit www.palmbeachzoo.org/boo-at-the-zoo-2016.

• Spookyville in Yesteryear Village returns to the South Florida Fairgrounds from Friday, Oct. 21 through Sunday, Oct. 23 and from Friday, Oct. 28 through Monday, Oct. 31. For more info., visit www.southfloridafair.com.

• The Starry Night Theater Co. will present Leonard Nimoy’s Vincent at the Kravis Center’s Marshall E. Rinker Sr. Playhouse from Friday, Oct. 21 through Sunday, Oct. 23. For more info., visit www.kravis.org.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Collage for Kids for ages 7 to 11 on Friday, Oct. 21 at 3:30 p.m. Make your own memory pages using scrapbooking and collage materials. Bring photos and/or other additional items that represent your special memories to be added to your creation. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Toddler Art Time on Friday, Oct. 21 at 4 p.m. Bring the little ones to this experiential art class designed just for your tiny artists. Dress to get messy. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The next Food Truck Invasion at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park (11600 Poinciana Blvd.) is set for Friday, Oct. 21 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. The evening will include a free screening of Ghostbusters (2016) at 7:30 p.m. For more info., call (561) 790-5149.

• CJR Fine Arts & Frame (514B N. State Road 7, Royal Palm Beach) will hold an event to benefit the Lucy Lu Foundation on Saturday, Oct. 21 from 7 to 10 p.m. Call (561) 333-9472 for more info.

• The Okeeheelee Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.) will host Okeeheelee After Hours Presents Art After Dark for ages 8 and up on Friday, Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. Participants will be exposed to the beauty of twilight and use several of the nature center owls as models for their own artwork. Call (561) 233-1400 to RSVP.

Saturday, Oct. 22

• The Wellington Chamber of Commerce will hold its inaugural golf tournament on Saturday, Oct. 22 at the Wanderers Club. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 9 a.m., followed by a luncheon buffet and awards ceremony at 1 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonchamber. com or call (561) 792-6525 for more info.

• Wellington’s annual Fall Festival will take place Saturday, Oct. 22 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Village Park (11700 Pierson Road). Unlimited all-access bracelets are on sale now and are required for participation in all event activities. Bracelets can be purchased in advance at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) or at Village Park (11700 Pierson Road) at a cost of $7 for children and $5 for adults. For sponsorship and vendor opportunities, call (561) 791-4082. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl. gov/fallfestival. Send calendar items to: The Town-Crier, 12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 33, Wellington, FL 33414 or e-mail news@gotowncrier.com.

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PART TIME, FLEXIBLE LEGAL SECRETARY/ASSISTANT. — Computer Literate (WordPerfect). Answer phones, schedule hearings, filing, assist with document preparation, etc. ONLY APPLICANTS WITH SOME EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED. REFERENCES WILL BE CHECKED. Respond to j.a.abrams@att.net No phone calls.

PART-TIME CLASSROOM TEACHER — 3-5 year olds. CDA/40 hours - 6 hours per week - $13 per hour. Call 561856-5202. Royal Palm Beach Location.

NOW HIRING CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENTS — NOW HIRING! Shell Contractors looking for experienced superintendent for custom and production homes. Must be proficient in ALL phases of shell construction. Slab, block, beam and roof carpentry. Great benefits and salary. Call 954-444-4664.

SEASONAL HOUSEKEEPING FOR WELLINGTON AREA — Must be experienced in housekeeping, ironing, speak English and willing to have a criminal background check. Must have reliable transportation and good references. Please call 561-739-3733 for an interview.

EMPLOYMENT WANTED

HOME HEALTH AIDE AVAILABLE — Experienced Home Health Aide seeks new position. Flexible hours, full time or part time, day or night. I am a Licensed CNA who has worked as a home health aide and also as a nanny. I have many years of experience taking care of the elderly at home. Price negotiable, references provided upon request. Call Pat at (561) 294-1423.

SEEKING POSITION: Companion to elderly person, non-medical position, college educated. Please call 561-324-5807.

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A/C AND REFRIGERATION

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

CATERER - CHEF

THE FRENCH FARM CUISINE — Catering delivered to your door or cooked at your home. Dishes made by our family Cooked by us for you today. Appetizers. Main Dishes and Desserts.Call for full list of our cuisine. 561-480-8739. MERCI

CLEANING - HOME/OFFICE

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. #2012-25277

CLEANING LADY — I can help get your house cleaner than ever! Try me once and you will not be disappointed! 561-657-0420 Patrycja

DRIVEWAY REPAIR

DRIVEWAYS — Free estimates

A & M ASPHALT SEAL COATING commercial and residential. Patching potholes, striping, repair existing asphalt & save money all work guaranteed. Lic.& Ins. 100045062 561-667-7716

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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

LOCKSHOP & SECURITY CENTER

CK'S LOCKSHOP & SECURITY CENTER.—

Since 1960. Keys - Locks-Safes-Decorative/ Commercial Hardware-Access Control Systems-Card & Key Fobs -Medco. High Security Locks-Alarms/Monitoring/Surveillance Camera Systems 561-732-9418

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 our website at www.jbpressurecleaningandpainting.com

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. 561-578-2873. Owner/Operated. Lic.# U20627 Ins. Wellington Resident PET DOCTOR - MOBILE/HOME CARE

TIRED OF HOLDING YOUR CAT IN THE WAITING ROOM? — Call Critter Home Care and Stay Home Dr. Don Denoff. 561-517-8705

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

ROOFING

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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

NEIL O’NEAL JR. ROOFING — Roofing & Reroofing. Family owned and operated. Residential/Commercial. Wood Replacement, Roof Coatings, Solar Vents, Skylights & Roof Ventilation. 561-656-4945 Lic. & Insured CCC1330208.Free Estimates

SCREENING

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

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

SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

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

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

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ROOFING

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Wellington The Magazine is seeking an experienced advertising sales professional to develop new business and grow it. The successful candidate will be an energetic self-starter with a minimum of 2-3 years of advertising sales experience who can translate our leading market position and the demographics of Wellington into long term relationships with County, Regional and National advertising accounts. Contacts with Major Accounts a plus.

Call Dawn Rivera, Publisher today to set up a confidential interview (561) 793-7606 or fax your resume to (561) 793-1470.