Village newsletter, August 2018

Village of North Palm Beach “The Best Place to Live Under the Sun”

You can help keep Village waterways clean - Page 6

AUGUST 2018

OPEN HOUSE C O D E U P DAT E V I L L AG E O F N O R T H PA L M B E AC H

R e v i e w t h e D e t a ils o f t h e D raft C o d e SEPTEMBER 7, 2018 | 6 PM Nor t h P a l m B e a c h Community Center 1 2 0 0 P r o s p e r i t y F arms Ro ad What is a Code Update?

The Village of North Palm Beach adopted the Citizen’s Village Master Plan in 2016. One of the key recommendations from the plan is to create a Code Update to update the development rules to: • • • • • • • •

Create a “sense of place” Revitalize the U.S. Highway 1 corridor Ensure private redevelopment complements public investments and contributes to realizing the vision Enhance financial sustainability of the community Respond to market forces Establish predictability in the built environment and the approval process Maximize the use of buildings, property, and the waterfront Provide incentives for desired patterns and forms of development

Visit villagecodeupdate.org for updates!

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VILLAGE COUNCIL

VILLAGE COUNCIL OF NORTH PALM BEACH

Deborah Searcy

Mark Mullinix

David B. Norris

Susan Bickel

Darryl C. Aubrey

Councilmember

Vice Mayor

Mayor

President Pro Tem

Councilmember

The Village of North Palm Beach is governed by the Council-Manager form of government. The Village Manager is appointed by the Council and is responsible for the administration of all Village affairs. Council members may be contacted through the office of the Village Clerk at (561) 841-3355, council@village-npb.org. Regular meetings are held the second and fourth Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m. and are open to the public.

Boards/Committees Meeting Schedule Audit Committee ...................................................

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate Hearing ...

Construction Board of Adjustment ........................

Golf Advisory Board ..............................................

Infrastructure Surtax Oversight Committee ..........

Library Advisory Board ........................................

Pension Board - General Employees ..................

Pension Board - Police & Fire .............................

Planning Commission ..........................................

Recreation Advisory Board ..................................

Waterways Board ................................................

Zoning Board of Adjustment ................................

On call as needed 1st Monday, monthly, 5:30 p.m.

On call as needed 3rd Monday, monthly, 6 p.m.

On call as needed 4th Tuesday, monthly, 7 p.m.

On call as needed On call as needed 1st Tuesday, monthly, 6:30 p.m.

2nd Tuesday, monthly, 7 p.m.

On call as needed, 5:30 p.m.

On call as needed

Council Budget Workshops Wednesday, Aug. 8 at 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 14 at 7 p.m.

Monday, Aug. 20 at 7 p.m.

Thursday, August 30 at 7 p.m.

Council Regular Meetings

Council Meeting Location Village Hall Council Chambers 501 U.S. Highway One North Palm Beach, FL 33408

Thursday, Aug. 9 at 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 23 at 7:30 p.m.

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VILLAGE BUDGET

Village Council Budget Workshops The Village annual budget is a financial document that accounts for public money coming in and being spent during the fiscal year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept.

30. It shows how money will be allocated for police and fire rescue, sanitation, street maintenance, parks and recreation, the Village library and more.

Each summer, a proposed annual budget is developed that follows Village Council goals to meet the needs of Village residents. The public’s desired level of services is considered, as well as staffing levels needed, technology needs, equipment and capital improvements.

TRIM notices The Village’s budget process complies with Florida’s Truth in Millage law, called TRIM. TRIM requires disclosure to the public of the rates and amount of taxes that will be assessed in the upcoming year.

proposed rate and the dates of the hearings at which it will be accepted, rejected or lowered. This way, citizens have time to calculate how property tax rates will affect them, and they can publicly share their thoughts at two September budget hearings.

During budget workshop meetings, Council members review Village finances and makes changes to ensure high quality services are provided at a reasonable and appropriate millage rate. The proposed budget is then revised to incorporate these changes and the millage rate is adjusted accordingly.

Once the tentative millage rate is adopted, it can be lowered before the final budget hearing but can’t be increased (without an additional notice to each taxpayer).

Every Village department works throughout the summer to establish the proposed budget. This proposal shows all the sources of income the Village receives, and the expenses expected in the next year.

In addition to the Village proposed millage rate, the TRIM notices sent to residents by the Property Appraiser also include the proposed rates for every local governmental agency that charges a property tax. In fact, two-thirds of the total property taxes typically paid by Village property owners go to other government entities, such as the School District and Palm Beach County.

Then the Council sets a tentative maximum millage rate and sends that information the County Property Appraiser, who in turn notifies property owners of the

Budget workshop meetings are open to the public. The dates for the next budget hearings are September 13th and 27th, both at 7:30 p.m. in Village Hall.

How Village Dollars Are Being Spent This Year Public Safety 35% l

Public Works 20% l

General Government 12% l

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Community Development & Planning 6%

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Country Club 10%

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Parks and Recreation/Library 11%

Debt Service 5%

COUNCIL BUDGET HEARINGS

Budget discussion schedule The Village Council will discuss the proposed budget for next year during its budget workshops. Meetings are open to the public and residents are invited to attend. All meetings are held at Village Hall, 501 U.S. Highway 1.

The workshops are held in the conference room, and public hearings are held in the Council Chambers. The schedule is subject to change, so check the Village website calendar or call (561) 841-3355 for more information.

Subject

Day

Date

Time

Wednesday

Aug. 8

7 p.m.

Council / Clerk / Attorney / Manager / HR / Finance / IT / Debt & Other

Tuesday

Aug. 14

7 p.m.

Public Works

Monday

Aug. 20

7 p.m.

Police / Fire Rescue / Community Development

Thursday

Aug. 30

7 p.m.

Budget Recap and Millage Discussion

Thursday

Sept. 13 7:30 p.m. 1st Budget Public Hearing; adoption of tentative budget and proposed millage

Thursday

Sept. 27 7:30 p.m. 2nd, final budget public hearing; adoption of budget and millage rate

Property Appraiser sending Truth in Millage notices soon This month, the Property Appraiser mails “Truth in Millage” (TRIM) Notice of Proposed Property Taxes to property owners. This is not a bill. These notices provide information on any proposed changes in the millage rate (tax rate) of each taxing authority and lists your property’s market and assessed value. They also list exemptions applied to your property. Many factors influence the amount you pay in property taxes. The graphic below illustrates how these factors are added together to determine your annual property taxes.

If you don’t agree with the assessed value of your property, you can file a petition for adjustment with the Value Adjustment Board.

The deadline to file is Sept. 14. For more information on petitions, hearing dates, rescheduling, the appeal process or final decisions, call (561) 355-6289 or visit www.mypalmbeachclerk.com/vab.

Update Your Address Now is the time to verify your address and report any errors or updates to the Property Appraiser Office at (561) 355-2866. They use the information on file to mail your 2018 property tax bill in November. If you do not receive a tax bill, search their payment center for your records. It is the responsibility of each taxpayer to ensure property taxes are paid, regardless if a tax notice is received or not.

PGA Service Center is Closed The DMV office at 3185 PGA Boulevard in Palm Beach Gardens is closed to make way for a new facility. Only the road test course remains in use. Please visit 3188 PGA Boulevard in the Northeast County Courthouse complex until the new facility opens in late 2019.

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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Are you doing your part to protect Village waterways?

Stormwater runoff comes from rain that falls onto roads, sidewalks, rooftops and saturated ground. As it flows over land into canals and streams, it picks up debris, chemicals and other pollutants, then carries them into lakes, ponds, rivers and important waterways.

Much of it often is discharged untreated into bodies of water used for swimming, fishing, and to provide drinking water.

dies, the decomposition process removes oxygen from the water, and fish and other aquatic organisms can’t survive in water with depleted oxygen. Bacteria and other pathogens can wash into swimming areas and create health hazards, often making beach closures necessary.

Most of the unwanted pollutants that end up local waters come from litter, road debris and grass clippings, animal waste and spills.

Polluted stormwater runoff can have adverse effects on plants, fish, animals and people.

Sediment can cloud the water and make it difficult or impossible for aquatic plants to grow, destroying habitats and harming organisms.

Take time to educate others about the negative impact of dumping into a stormwater system. Call to report dumping and discharges into stormwater systems or waterways so proper cleanup efforts can begin promptly if necessary.

Excess nutrients can cause algae blooms. When the algae

For more information, visit www.stormwaterandme.org.

Tips for your household Lawn Care: • Use pesticides and fertilizers sparingly, only in the recommended amounts.

• Use organic mulch or safer pest control methods.

• Compost or mulch yard waste. Don’t leave it in the street or sweep it into storm drains or waterways.

• Don’t water your lawn too much. Consider using a soaker hose instead of a sprinkler.

• Cover stored dirt & mulch piles.

House Care and Maintenance: • Purchase biodegradable, non-toxic products.

• Use, store & dispose of products as directed on the container.

• Sweep up and properly dispose of construction debris.

• Visit SWA Household Hazardous Waste Program website for information on disposing of hazardous waste items.

Vehicle Care: • Use a commercial car wash or wash your car on a lawn or other unpaved surface.

• Check your vehicle regularly for leaks and/or spills.

• Repair leaks as soon as possible to prevent future spills.

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Pet Care: • Always pick up after your pet — even in your own yard.

Be a Good Neighbor: • Beware of anything being dumped into storm drains or water bodies and educate your neighbors.

Common illegal discharges include: • Automotive fluids • Construction debris • Disinfectants • Detergents • Dirt and gravel • Fertilizers • Insecticides/pesticides • Grease • Oil • Oil filters • Paint • Pet waste • Solvents/degreasers • Trash • Yard waste (leaves, grass, mulch)

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Excess Fertilizer = Pollution Fer�lizers make things grow! And that’s a good thing if it’s your yard.

But when excess fer�lizer is picked up by rainfall runoff, it is carried to our waterways, where it can cause many water quality problems (like algal blooms)!

Keep Pollution Out of our Waters!

SAM

But YOU can help!

• If your community has a fer�lizer applica�on ordinance, get a copy and understand the rules.

• Always sweep up fer�lizer that has accidentally been applied to hard surfaces.

• Don’t apply fer�lizer when heavy rainfall is forecast (2” or more).

• Keep a 10-foot wide buffer zone that is fer�lizer free next to waterbodies.

• Save yourself �me and money by conver�ng your landscaping to na�ve South Florida plants that don’t require fer�liza�on.

www.StormwaterAndMe.org

terMe! Stormwaand SAM

Keep pollution out of our waters

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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT | Clubhouse Update

Know Your Code Landscaping code intended to preserve property values Sec. 15-2. Exterior property areas The entire yard where exposed to public view must be landscaped. Play areas, flowerbeds, driveways, walks, etc., not intended to have vegetative cover should be clearly defined and maintained free of uncultivated growth.

Landscaping shall be maintained so as to present a healthy, neat and orderly appearance at least equal to the original installation and shall be mowed or trimmed in a manner and at a frequency so as not to detract from the appearance of the general area. Any grass and brush growing in excess of twelve (12) inches in height, dead trees, trash, and garbage shall be removed from the premises. Landscaping shall be maintained to minimize property damage and public hazards, including the removal of low hanging branches over sidewalks and paved areas and those obstructing street lighting and traffic control signs.

All undeveloped properties must have grass or other suitable live landscape materials planted over the entire site. While undeveloped properties may be irrigated utilizing an irrigation system, electrical service to such properties shall be prohibited. Formerly developed vacant

lots with a planting plan approved pursuant to section 4536 of the village code shall adhere to the requirements of that plan. All undeveloped properties and vacant lots shall undergo regular maintenance, including, but not limited to, pruning, edging, mulching, or any other necessary actions consistent with generally accepted horticultural practices.

Landscaping shall be kept free of visible signs of insects and disease and appropriately irrigated and fertilized to enable landscaping to be in a healthy condition. All roadways, curbs and sidewalks shall be edged to prevent encroachment from the adjacent turf areas.

With clubhouse gone, Council focuses on design of new building As the Village Country Club project moves forward, the focus of work at Village Hall has turned from the details of demolition to the visual “wow factor� and the functionality of the new clubhouse.

At a July meeting, the Council set the guaranteed maximum price for construction of the new Country Club at $14,375,114. The agreement is with The Weitz Company, which is the firm that will build the clubhouse. Demolition costs had already been set and were not factored into the construction GMP. With the fixed cost in mind, staff and the Weitz team now have a guideline on what materials and design features can be considered. For example, the Council discussed the importance of highquality flooring in the restaurant, asking staff and a 8 |

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Weitz Company representative to gather additional information before committing to a specific look and material. Council agreed that high-quality, durable flooring will be needed to establish the desired ambiance of the dining area.

Other discussion focused on the use of the banquet area for several events at once and on the type of walls, soundproofing and architectural features that would be needed to properly facilitate such activity.

The Council asked the Weitz representative to suggest some design variations and to report back a future meeting.

Though there is a general design plan established, the specifics of various features will continue to be discussed as the project moves forward.

PUBLIC WORKS

Public Works Department has new safety bins for needles and sharps Residents can safely drop off items to prevent accidental pokes For the safety of the public and Village sanitation employees, residents can now dispose of needles at the Public Works compound at 645 Prosperity Farms Road.

There are two designated boxes there: A red plastic one to accept sharps directly, while the other, made of cardboard, can accept sharps containers.

The only assistance provided

by Public Works staff will be directions on where to deposit the sharps. For safety reasons, staff will not assist with placing the items in the bins.

Also, sanitation staff will not pick up sharps containers to be deposited or accept any types of sharps for disposal while on their daily residential pick ups.

To dispose of needles and other sharps, residents are asked to place them (used or unused) directly into the bins at Public Works.

The facility is open weekdays from 7:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. For more information about needle disposal, contact the Public Works Department at (561) 691-3440.

KEEP YOUR COMMUNITY SAFE USE A SHARPS CONTAINER DO NOT throw loose sharps in trash

DO NOT put sharps in recycling

For information about rules and laws in your community, contact the Coalition for Safe Community Needle Disposal at 800.643.1643. For more information on sharps visit fda.gov/safesharpsdisposal.

DO NOT flush sharps down toilet

KEEP OUT of reach of children

703.370.5527 • kwikpoint.com

Used sharps are hazardous waste. When not discarded properly they can cut and infect others. Protect your community by always discarding your used sharps in a sharps disposal container. Free sharps containers may be available through your doctor, hospital, health insurance or medication supplier. You can also buy one from your pharmacist or online.

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LIBRARY

Find new hobbies at NPB Village Library Adults Knit & Crochet Mondays at 11 a.m.

Bring a project and knit or crochet with others in a friendly library setting. Basic knitting and crochet skills are recommended. (3 hours)

The Lighthouse Camera Club Tuesday, August 14 at 6:30 p.m.

Friendly group of photo enthusiasts. Skill levels ranging from beginners to advanced amateurs, to professionals. (2 hours)

VILLAGE LIBRARY (561) 841-3383 Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. to 7p.m.

Friday-Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The Sand Dollar Quilters Group Fridays at 10 a.m.

This award-winning group of dedicated quilters has been meeting and quilting in the library on individual and group projects for several years. New members welcome. Basic sewing skills are recommended, as this is not intended as a quilting class. (4 hours).

TreeSearchers Genealogy Contact Sue, (561) 841-3383 Genealogy Databases at the Library! Ancestry, World Vital Records and Heritage Quest.

Great Courses Filmed Lecture Series Wednesdays at 12 p.m.

The Guide to Essential Italy

Rock Painting Thursday, August 9 at 11 a.m.

With Kelly NPB Rocks. (2 hours)

Camera Club Learning Program August- Photo Management – AKA Digital Asset Management (DAM), Establishing a basic Folder and file structure, Cataloging Software ON 1 and Lightroom. Backing up images- On site Off Site options.

Hearing Loss Support Group Thursday, August 23 at 11 a.m.

Hearing Loss Association of America, NPB Chapter. A Support Group for the Hearing Impaired (2 hours)

Adult Craft Thursday, August 30, at 11 a.m.

Seashells are turned into sea creatures and animals.

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Teens Teen Programs Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays at 9 a.m.

Gaming, computers, crafts, games and more.

Teen Volunteers Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays at 1:30 p.m.

Volunteer forms at the children’s desk.

Children Little Listeners Story Time Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m.

Age: 17 months to 3 years.

A fun way to introduce early literacy skills. Activities emphasize body awareness, rhythm, and gross motor skills as they dance and jump to the music. They will develop listening skills and letter recognition through interactive stories, flannel boards and rhymes. The program will end with learning centers to help toddlers with cooperative play and fine motor skills.

LIBRARY Rising Readers Story Time

Game Day

Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Age: 3 to 5 years For preschool children to practice literacy skills and improve letter recognition in an enjoyable and interactive way. This program is filled with songs, rhymes, and flannel boards to teach preschoolers listening skills, interpersonal skills, and phonological awareness (the ability to hear and identify the little sounds that make up words). At the program’s end, preschoolers will engage in learning centers designed to promote fine motor and writing skills.

Wednesday, August 15, 22 & 29 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Video games, board games, computer games. Age 5+

Baby Time for the Young and Restless

Library Extras

Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m.

Age: Birth to 17 months No child is too young to develop early literacy skills and have a great time at the library! Join us for a fun, interactive experience filled with stories, rhymes, and music. Children learn joint attention skills as we read and sing together. At the end, your baby can show off gross motor movements as they engage in sensory and exploratory play with other babies.

Download/Streaming eBooks and audiobooks easy to use, no late fees, available 24/7.

Story Time Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Age: 2 to 5 years Join us for a fun, interactive experience filled with stories, rhymes, and music.

Science Exploration Tuesday, August 28, from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Use microscopes and conduct experiments like real scientists! Age 5+

Arts and Crafts Tuesday, August 21 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Causal drop-in crafts.

Vacation Checkout Ask for the Vacation Checkout and receive two extra weeks on all 28-day books and audiobooks.

There’s an app for that!

Checking due dates, putting items on hold and renewing items. Find it at the App Store, BookMyne.

Rosetta Stone Language Software 30 languages to choose from. Each lesson contains a reading, writing, listening, and speaking portion.

Free to all NPB Library cardholders. No software to download. All you need is an Internet connection, computer, tablet, or smartphone to begin learning.

Friends of the Library Friends of the Library membership dues provide funds to the Library for additional programs including the very popular children’s summer programs and services that are not otherwise paid for by the Library budget. Benefits of membership include a special Library Card, members only exclusive pre-book sale event and email updates and reminders.

Call (561) 841-3383 for more information.

Take your genealogy research to the next level with MyHeritage Looking to start a family tree project or fill in missing information in an existing tree? MyHeritage Library Edition, former World Vital Records, is available to all our patrons. It is one of the largest, most internationally diverse genealogy databases of its kind in the world. It includes billions of historical documents from over 48 countries, millions of historical photos, public records, indexes and additional resources.

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ANCHORAGE PARK | Trash Pickup

Anchorage Park Update Anchorage Park is beginning to look a little different this summer as construction of the new seawall continues, and dirt is being moved from the small peninsula next to the boat ramp into the “Bowl,” which is the low area to the south of the volleyball courts and playground. The dirt will be used to raise and level the Bowl’s grass area, which is a popular spot for picnics and soccer.

Residential garbage, recycling and vegetation pickup The Village provides trash collection services three days a week for household garbage, two days a week for vegetation, and once a week for recyclables.

Residents must provide their own trash cans and place them outside for “side door service.” Bulk items, vegetation, and recycling should be placed by the curb. Everything should be ready for pick up by 7 a.m. each day, according to type of items to be picked up.

Vegetation, trash or bulk items that come from any business or are generated by a hired contractor, such as a landscaper or home remodeler, must be hauled away from the property by the contractor.

For more information about trash pickup services, call (561) 691-3440.

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Collection Schedule • • • • •

Monday - Garbage, Trash, and Bulk Items Tuesday - Vegetation Wednesday - Garbage, Trash, and Bulk Items Thursday - Vegetation and Recycling Friday - Garbage, Trash, and Bulk Items

SCHOOL BUS SAFETY | Tennis Center

Reminder: School bus traffic law requires a full stop

From: Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Official Florida Driver License Handbook Open to the Public

NORTH PALM BEACH COUNTRY CLUB

August

Open to the Public

TENNIS

August

691-3425

Racquet Stringing Available 691-3425 Private groups & private lessons may be scheduled at your convenience.

SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE - Please call to pre-register.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Skills & Drills

Skills & Drills

Skills & Drills

Skills & Drills

call to confirm time

call to confirm

call to confirm time

call to confirm time

Mixed Workout

Round Robin

Mixed

8:30

time 8:30

8:30

8:30

9:00

9:00

Cardio 10:00 Please call the shop to sign up for any and all activities.

This allows staff to schedule professionals as needed.

Call to register.

Junior tennis and women's team tennis will start in Sept.

Call the shop for scheduling, pricing, and availability.

Junior tennis classes start on Mon., 9/10 &/or Sat., 9/15 MONDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

There's always something HAPPENING!

Men's Adv Singles

TUESDAY

Mixed Workout

Men's Doubles

Pick an activity. Call the club to register.

6:30

6:30

6:30

It's that simple!

CALL FOR DETAILS OR TO REGISTER FOR ANY OF THE ABOVE PROGRAMMING

561-691-3425

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PARKS & RECREATION

Village pool is open again for public use!

Swim Lessons at the NPB Pool We offer all levels of swim lessons for all ages. Our classes are taught

by Swim with Gills. We offer group lessons, private and semi-private lessons on weekdays, evenings and weekends! There is no reason your child should not be able to swim. For a complete schedule or to register for a class, contact Swim with Gills at office@swimwithgills. com or (561) 222-4994.

Food Truck Frenzy Aug. 25, 5 to 9 p.m.

Anchorage Park

Anchorage Aweigh Fishing Tournament The Anchorage Aweigh Fishing Tournament is set for Saturday, August 11. This is a fun family event and we encourage kids’ participation. The tournament begins with a Friday night captain’s meeting. Each will receive a bucket of goodies and instructions for the next day as they enjoy food, drink and challenging each other.

Lines in the water at 6 a.m. Saturday. Weigh-in is at Anchorage Park between noon and 3 p.m., followed by an awards picnic at 4 p.m.

Limited to 50 boats. Call (561) 841-3386 for more information or visit www.village-npb.org.

Jazzercise This 60-minute dance-aerobics/strength training class is based on Jazz dance movements which incorporates Pilates principals into every workout. Instructors demonstrate how students can modify the steps to meet their own fitness needs. Contact Marti Pietro at (561) 574-4341 or go to www.jazzercise.com.

Age/Level Day Adult M,W,F,Sat Mon-Thur 6 to 7 p.m.

Time 9 to 10 a.m.

Fitness Over 50 This is a wonderful movement class for men or women. This class has no pounding, jumping or dancing movements. It class consists primarily of stretching muscles and limbering the joints. Fee: $10/$12 per month.

Age/Level Day Adult M,W,F

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PARKS & RECREATION Yoga Yoga is a system of exercise that calms the nerves and relieves stress/anxiety and strengthens abdominal muscles. It helps improve flexibility of the spine and all joints. You will learn yoga postures, breathing exercises, meditation and relaxation techniques. All levels. Instructor: Gwen Germaine.

Age/Level Adult Adult Adult

Day Time M 10-11:30 a.m.

T 6-7:30 p.m.

Th 10-11:30 a.m.

Tai Chi Chuan/Qi Gong Practice these ancient methods of health cultivation and mindfulness. Bring together the forces of mind, body and spirit to develop a daily practice of self-care, balance and spiritual harmony. Learn useful techniques and forms in your very first class! Your guide, John Cook, is a Certified Advanced Instructor of Inner Chi Tai Chi Chuan and Taoist Yoga (Qi Gong) with over 10 years of experience sharing his practice.

Age/Level Day Time All F 10 to 11 a.m.

Stained-Glass Mosaics: Beginner’s Class and Open Studio Learn about design, cutting glass, gluing and grouting. Beginners as well as those who have experience with mosaics and would like to work in a open studio setting. Explore different mosaic techniques, all while creating your own original piece of art. Cost includes instruction, tools, materials. Limited to 10 students. Cost: $55.

Age/Level Day Time

Pilates

Saturdays Aug. 11 Sept. 8 Oct. 13

9:30 am – 12:30 pm.

This 55 minute Classic style Pilates mat class will tone, shape, lengthen and strengthen your body. Incorporates props for strength and balance building. All welcome! Bring your own mat. $12 per class. $55 for 5 classes.

Please call Dina @ (954)871-6922.

Age/Level Day Time

Monday 12 p.m.

Wed 10 a.m.

1st Saturday of the month at 9 a.m.

Impressionistic Watercolor Classes With J.R. Pfeiffer. Portraits and Still Life scenes set up in the classroom. Beginner to intermediate artists. Pencil drawing composition and techniques, and mixing colors. There will be minimal art paints, brushes, and supplies and no black paint allowed. Join for artistic encouragement and lots of fun. Fridays, Aug. 3- Sept. 7, 4-5 p.m.

Call Jason for supplies list at (561) 568-0293.

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TRIPS AND TOURS

Village Recreation Trips and Tours - Fall 2018 Aug. 2 (Thursday) | Benihana Restaurant | Hutchinson Island | $55 | Depart 3:45 p.m. - Return 8:30 p.m.

Aug. 16 (Thursday) | Vizcaya Museum Tour | Miami | $45 | Depart 9 a.m. - Return 5 p.m.

Aug. 23 (Thursday) | Mai-Kai Restaurant | (Luau dinner show) | Fort Laud. | $65 | Depart 4 p.m.- Return 10:30 p.m.

Sept. 22 (Saturday) Arcadia Antique Market —Downtown Arcadia (one hour east of Sarasota) Cost: $25. Shop for antiques at the monthly Antique Flea Market. Lunch on your own.

Extra room on the bus to bring back purchases. Bus departs at 8 a.m. and returns at 6 p.m.

Sept. 28-30 (Friday through Sunday) Key West Weekender Cost: $325 per person based on double occupancy. Take a long weekend to the Florida Keys for a 3-day, 2-night get away. Stay at the IBIS BAY RESORT. Great water view rooms. Trip price includes bus transportation and two nights at the resort. Bus leaves 8 a.m. on Friday and returns at 9 p.m. Sunday.

Oct. 11 (Thursday) McKee Gardens & Lunch at CJ Cannon’s (Vero Beach) Cost: $45. McKee Botanical Gardens is where native plants and exotic botanicals combine with old Florida charm. Guided tour and then nearby CJ Cannon’s for lunch. Bus departs at 8:30 a.m. and returns at 4 p.m.

Oct. 19 (Sunday) Solomon’s Castle (Hardee County – one hour east of Sarasota) Cost: $65. One man’s artistic creation from recycled materials is what stands today as Solomon’s Castle. It is a house built from top to bottom with found and recycled materials. Trip price includes bus, castle tour and lunch in the boat in the moat. Bus departs at 8 a.m. and returns at 6:30 p.m.

Oct. 27-28 (Saturday-Sunday) Mount Dora Craft Fair & Renninger’s Flea Market (40 minutes northwest of Orlando) Cost: $130 To Mount Dora for their award-winning Craft Fair. Stay at Comfort Inn and Suites in nearby Tavares. On Sunday, group will visit the world-famous Renninger’s Flea Market also in Mount Dora. Trip Price includes bus and hotel. Bus departs at 8 a.m. on Saturday and returns at 7 p.m. Sunday.

Nov. 1 (Thursday) Bonnet House Tour in Fort Lauderdale Cost: $45. The Bonnet House is a historic home in Fort Lauderdale. It was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1984 because of its unique history. Price includes house VIP tour and bus.

Lunch on your own on Las Olas Boulevard. Bus leaves at 8 a.m. and returns 5 p.m.

Nov. 10 (Saturday) FAU Football game vs. Western Kentucky Cost: $35. Off to the home of the FAU Owls football team to watch them play Western Kentucky. Price includes subs and sodas, bus, and game ticket. Bus depart time TBA. Nov. 27-28 (Tuesday-Wednesday) St. Augustine Experience Cost: $175 based on double occupancy. Overnight to oldest City in US. See Fountain of Youth, oldest school house, oldest. Guided tour of the city plus free time to explore on Old Town Trolley. Price includes bus, hotel, tour, trolley. Bus departs 8 a.m. Tuesday and returns at 8 p.m. on Wednesday.

Dec. 1 Bok Tower - Bok Tower staff hosts a Christmas concert with the Orlando Orchestra. Cost: $60.

Dec. 14 - Thrift Store Frenzy - Shop at several thrift stores in the Hobe Sound and Stuart area. Cost: $15.

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PUBLIC WORKS | Public Safety

Lighthouse Drive bridge seawalls gets reinforcement Public Works completes repairs, extending life of 60-year-old landmark bridge by 5 to 8 years Work on the Lighthouse Drive bridge was completed in July, extending the life of the bridge 5 to 8 years before a major renovation, rebuild or closure will be required.

The seawalls under the bridge were deteriorating because of age, so work was done to replace concrete and steel holding the walls in place.

The new materials are meant only to stabilize the ground beneath the bridge, so the need for long-term solutions for the aging structure will still have to be addressed within the next few years.

Most of the work was done under the bridge, so there was little disruption to traffic flow above. It took several weeks to complete and cost about $250,000.

The bridge has been in use for 60 years and is inspected annually by a Florida Department of Transportation bridge inspector.

Village Hall enjoyed a special visit on July 4th from Uncle Sam, known to many Villagers as Parks and Recreation Director Mark Hodgkins. He passed out flags and made sure the patriotic spirit was alive and well, despite the cancellation of the annual Village fireworks show.

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PUBLIC SAFETY

Never leave a child alone in a car.

A Avoid Heatstroke Avoid heatstroke-related injury and death by never leaving a child alone in a car, not even for a minute.

And make sure to keep your car locked when you’re not inside so kids don’t get in on their own.

C Create Reminders Keep a stuffed animal or other memento in your child’s car seat when it’s empty, and move it to the front seat as a visual reminder when your child is in the back seat.

Or place and secure your phone, briefcase or purse in the backseat when traveling with your child.

T Take Action If you see a child alone in a car, call 911.

Emergency personnel want you to call.

They are trained to respond to these situations.

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LOCAL BUSINESS ADS

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Community Calendar Golf

Parks & Recreation

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Library

Tennis

Country Club

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TUESDAY

UPCOMING EVENTS 

Friday Night Pool Party - August 10, NPBCC  Anchorage Aweigh Fishing Tournament, Saturday, August 11

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Tennis Clinic - 8:30am Story Time - 10:30am (2-5yr) Great Courses - 12pm Tennis Clinic - 6:30pm Zumba - 6pm

Tennis Clinic - 8:30am Men’s Tennis Doubles - 6:30pm

Tennis Clinic - 8:30am Babies & Brew - 9-10am Quilters Group - 10am

Team Elite - 8:30-10am Adult Chess - 9am-4pm Tennis Clinic - 9am Junior Golf Clinic - 10-11am Team Golf - 1-2:30pm

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Tennis RR - 9am

Knit & Crochet - 11am-2pm Tennis Clinic - 8:30am Men’s Tennis Singles - 6:30pm

Tennis Clinic - 8:30am Children’s Story Times: Toddler - 9:30am (17mo-3yr) Preschool - 10:30am (3-5yr) Baby - 11:30am (birth-17mo)

9 Tennis Clinic - 8:30am Story Time - 10:30am (2-5yr) Great Courses - 12pm Tennis Clinic - 6:30pm Zumba - 6pm Council Budget Workshop - 7pm

Tennis Clinic - 8:30am Rock Painting - 11am Men’s Tennis Doubles - 6:30pm Council Regular Meeting - 7:30pm

Tennis Clinic - 8:30am Babies & Brew - 9-10am Quilters Group - 10am Summer Pool Party 6:30pm

Tennis Clinic - 9am Stained Glass Mosaics 9:30am Junior Golf Clinic - 10-11am Anchorage Aweigh Fishing Tournament — 6 a.m.

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Tennis RR - 9am

Knit & Crochet - 11am-2pm Tennis Clinic - 8:30am Men’s Advanced Singles - 6:30pm

Tennis Clinic - 8:30am Children’s Story Times: Toddler - 9:30am (17mo-3yr) Preschool - 10:30am (3-5yr) Baby - 11:30am (birth-17mo) Lighthouse Camera Club-6pm Council Budget Workshop - 7pm

Tennis Clinic - 8:30am Story Time - 10:30am (2-5yr) Great Courses - 12pm Game Day - 2-3:30pm Tennis Clinic - 6:30pm Zumba - 6pm

Tennis Clinic - 8:30am Men’s Tennis Doubles - 6:30pm Water Aerobics -11am

Tennis Clinic - 8:30am Babies & Brew - 9-10am Quilters Group - 10am Water Aerobics - 11am

Tennis Clinic - 9am Adult Chess - 9am-4pm Junior Golf Clinic - 10-11am

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Tennis RR - 9am

Knit & Crochet - 11am-2pm Tennis Clinic - 8:30am Men’s Adv. Singles - 6:30pm Water Aerobics - 11am Council Budget Workshop (20th only) 7pm

Tennis Clinic - 8:30am Children’s Story Times: Toddler - 9:30am (17mo-3yr) Preschool - 10:30am (3-5yr) Baby - 11:30am (birth-17mo) Water Aerobics - 11am Kids Arts & Crafts (21st only)2:30-3:30pm Kids Science Exploration (28th only)2:30-3:30pm

Tennis Clinic - 8:30am Story Time - 10:30am (2-5yr) Great Courses - 12pm Game Day - 2-3:30pm Lighthouse Camera Club Class (29th only) 6pm Tennis Clinic - 6:30pm Water Aerobics - 11am Zumba - 6pm

Tennis Clinic - 8:30am Hearing Loss Support Group - 11am Men’s Tennis Doubles - 6:30pm Water Aerobics -11am Council Regular Meeting (23rd only) 7:30pm Council Budget Workshop (30th only) 7pm Adult Seashell Craft-11am

Tennis Clinic - 8:30am Babies & Brew - 9-10am Quilters Group - 10am Water Aerobics - 11am

Tennis Clinic - 9am Junior Golf Clinic - 10-11am Food Truck Frenzy - 5pm

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Village Directory Country Club Membership..............................(561) 691-3438 Golf Shop..................................(561) 691-3433 Pool...........................................(561) 691-3427 Tennis........................................(561) 691-3425 Community Development.............(561) 841-3365 Code Compliance..........................(561) 841-3365 Finance..........................................(561) 841-3360 Human Resources.........................(561) 882-1155 Library...........................................(561) 841-3383 Police and Fire: Emergency...............................9-1-1 Non-Emergency.......................(561) 848-2525 Public Works.................................(561) 691-3440 Recreation.....................................(561) 841-3386 Anchorage Park.......................(561) 841-3386 Community Center..................(561) 841-3389 Osborne Park...........................(561) 841-3387 Village Clerk’s Office....................(561) 841-3355 Village Historian...........................(561) 841-3371 Village Manager’s Office..............(561) 904-2122 Village Council.............................(561) 841-3355

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Village Hall 501 U.S. Highway One North Palm Beach, FL 33408 (561) 841-3380 www.village-npb.org Village Hall Hours Mon-Thur, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Friday 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Facilities Hours Driving Range..............Sun., Tue., Wed., Fri., Sat. 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Mon.,Thur. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Golf Shop.......................................................8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

Pool.......................................................Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sun. 12 to 6 p.m.

Members only Mon. Fri. 10 a.m.- 12 p.m.

Public use swim Mon.- Fri. 12 to 4 p.m.

Tennis Courts......................................Mon.-Thur. 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Fri. - Sun. 8 a.m. until dark.

Tennis Office/Shop...............................Mon.-Thur. 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sat.-Sun. 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.