Page 16 - Boca ViewPointe - August '19

Page 16, Viewpointe August 2019
From The Desk Of Commissioner Robert S. Weinroth

County Leads State in Ag such as heat stroke and heat exhaustion. juice. Avoid high-protein foods.
• Eat smaller meals. Eat fruits high in fiber and natural
Heat stroke occurs when the body no longer sweats,

Production and body temperatures reach dangerous levels. Symptoms
include dry, hot reddish skin and lack of perspiration, high Keep Your Pet Safe in the
Palm Beach County is body temperature, strong rapid pulse, chills, confusion and
Florida’s top agricultural slurred speech. Heat
producing county and takes Heat exhaustion is our body’s response to the loss of
the title of largest agricultural water and salt, typically through sweating. Symptoms Don’t forget
producing county east of the include excessive perspiration, weakness/fatigue, dizziness your pets also
Mississippi River! Some or confusion, clammy skin, muscle cramps and flushed are subject to
Palm Beach County farmers complexion. the effects of
have been in business For anyone spending time outdoors working or playing, the heat! Here
since the 1800s planting here are some helpful tips: are some tips to
pineapples and tomatoes. • Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of fluids; drink about help keep your
In 2017-18, Palm Beach 16 ounces before starting and 5 to 7 ounces every 15 or 20 pets safe in the
County generated over $1.4 minutes. summer:
billion in agricultural sales. • Avoid dehydrating liquids. Alcohol, coffee, tea and • Pets can get
In western Palm Beach County billions of dollars are caffeinated soft drinks do not hydrate the body and can hurt dehydrated quickly, offer them plenty of fresh, clean
generated by farming industries from packing houses to more than help. water. If outdoors, make sure they have a shady place,
sugar mills, harvesting equipment, and transportation • Wear protective clothing. Lightweight, light-colored out of the sun and be careful not to over-exercise them.
systems. Major growers continue to produce in the and loose-fitting clothing helps protect against the heat. • Symptoms of overheating in pets include excessive
Agricultural Reserve west of the turnpike in South County, Change clothing if it becomes saturated. panting or difficulty breathing, increased heart and
a 21,000 acre area that was designated as a preservation • Pace yourself. Work at a slow, even pace. Know your breathing rate, drooling, mild weakness, stupor or even
(primarily for agriculture) by the Board of County limits and ability to work safely in heat. collapse. Symptoms can also include seizures, bloody
Commissioners in 1980. • Schedule frequent breaks. Take time for rest periods diarrhea and vomiting with an elevated body temperature.
Palm Beach County currently leads the nation in the and water breaks in a shaded or air conditioned area. • It’s illegal to leave your pet alone in a parked vehicle
production of sugar cane, sweet corn and sweet bell peppers. • Use a damp rag. Wipe your face or put it around your which can lead to fatal heat stroke. It’s ok to trim longer
It leads the state in the production of rice, lettuce, radishes, neck. hair on a dog but don’t shave your dog. Their layers of
Chinese vegetables, specialty leaf and celery. • Avoid getting sunburn. Use sunscreen and wear a hat hair serve to protect them from overheating and sunburn.
For seven months out of the year, fresh fruit and if working outside. • Brushing cats more often than usual can prevent
vegetables coming out of Florida feed over 80 million • Be alert to signs of heat-related illness. Know the problems caused by excessive heat.
people worldwide. New technology and improved disease- warning signs of heat stroke and heat exhaustion. Look for • Apply sunscreen or insect repellent that is labeled
resistant crop varieties have helped Florida’s farms become and check on other workers who might be at high risk. safe for use on animals.
more efficient and productive. • Avoid direct sun. Find shade or block out the sun if • Be careful of very hot asphalt which can cause burns
Hemp is a hot topic right now. After the most recent possible. on to your pet’s paws. 
legislative session in Tallahassee, the Governor signed
into law a bill establishing a state hemp program to be
overseen by the Florida Department of Agriculture. Hemp Community Association Meetings Monthly Schedule
is projected to become a multibillion-dollar industry over
the next few years.
Hemp is used for hundreds of products including fiber, All meetings take place at the Community Association Office, 6909 S.W. 18th St., Suite 120.
cattle feed, building materials, and food such as hemp seed The following is our regular schedule of monthly meetings, however, sometimes meetings are canceled or schedules
oil, greens and medical Cannabidiol (CBD) extract. Hemp are revised due to holidays, etc.
is not marijuana but they are cousins coming from the same If you would like to attend, please call in advance just to double check that the meeting will take place as regularly
species of plant. scheduled.
Industrial hemp has less than 0.3 percent of the THC
(the psychoactive chemical that at higher levels defines Access Control & Safety Committee 2nd Thursday of each month at 9:30 a.m.
marijuana). For the near term, hemp production is limited
to University of Florida facilities. Architectural Control Site Committee 1st Friday of each month at 9:30 a.m.
Infectious Disease Elimination Board of Directors 3rd Tuesday of each month at 9:30 a.m.

Program Budget & Finance Committee The Friday before the third Tuesday of
each month at 9:30 a.m.
Palm Beach County recently became the first Florida
county to adopt an Infectious Disease Elimination Program
ordinance establishing a countywide Syringe Exchange
Program. The Board of County Commissioners unanimously
adopted the ordinance after recent state legislation was Bo c a P oin t e is
enacted.
The objective of the program is to reduce HIV
transmission, hepatitis C, skin infections and other blood-
borne diseases. It is also expected to provide a bridge to
drug treatment and recovery support as well as other primary m y LoK a tion!!!
health and social services for intravenous drug users.
The program, which will not receive any state or county
dollars, will rely on grants and private donations to operate.
In 2017, there were 647 opioid-related deaths in Palm
Beach County. More than 8.400 county residents are My goal is to provide excellent service and to
currently living with HIV with nearly one new infection
occurring every day. Recently, there was also a recent
Hepatitis C scare making this program more important than keep my clients informed of market activity,
ever to protect the public health of our community.
so they can make the best decisions about
Ten Hot Weather Safety Tips

It’s hot outside! We are currently experiencing record- buying and selling!
breaking temperatures in South Florida this summer so it’s
important to take precautions to avoid heat-related disorders

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