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February 2024
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      Clerk Alert




      Making Your Tax Dollars                           year? To put it simply, in my role as comptroller I lead   county’s investment policy committee.  That policy
                                                                                                           governs what type of investments our team can make
                                                        a team of investment professionals who safeguard and
      Work As Hard As You Do                            invest county tax dollars. Unlike many other counties,   and provides guidelines related to risk management and
                                                        our finance team operates entirely in-house, which gives   reporting requirements.
         Palm Beach County’s                            us greater control and flexibility over our investments.     In technical terms, the portfolio benefited from money
      investment portfolio has                             Our investment team – which includes me, Treasurer   invested in short, fixed income investments tied to rising
      enjoyed record-setting                            Felicia Landerman, Investment Analyst John Burford and   interest rates. This fueled the portfolio’s growth, with
      returns in 2023, earning                          Radcliffe Brown, our chief operating officer of finance –   investment income for the 2023 fiscal year reaching its
      a record $172 million in                          combined have eight decades of professional investment   highest point ever – more than five times the $32.6 million
      investment income for the                         experience. Our investment team earned certification from   of income earned in fiscal year 2022.
      fiscal year that ended on                         the Centre for Fiduciary Excellence (CEFEX) for the last      Investment balances are at an all-time high, peaking
      Sept. 30.                                         15 consecutive years.                              at over $4.5 billion, and include conservative financial
         This income is money                              Together, we have positioned Palm Beach County at   instruments such as certificates of deposit, money market
      that Palm Beach County                            the forefront of investment opportunities, meeting weekly   accounts, small business administration pools and Israel
      will use to help ease                             to discuss strategy and monitor portfolio performance.   bonds.
      the financial burden on                           This allows us to maximize investment earnings while      In addition to our role as comptroller, we play a crucial
      taxpayers, supporting vital services such as community   ensuring that tax dollars are protected.    role in maintaining accurate and transparent county
      centers, public safety and parks.                    Our investment team is guided by the county investment   records. We are committed to providing our community
         How did we achieve such strong growth this past fiscal   policy, developed by our in-house professionals and the   with information to help people understand how their tax
                                                                                                           money is being invested and spent.
        The Singles Scene Column                                            ©                                for investment information and to review other county
                                                                                                             Visit www.mypalmbeachclerk.com/countyfinances

                                                                                                           financial reports.
                                                                                                             My team is dedicated to making sure that your tax
        So, How is Your                                 so has our database and our matchmaking style. New candidates for     dollars work as hard as you do. If you have any questions,
        Love Life?                                      men and women walk through our office doors daily. Inventory is up   do not hesitate to contact my office.
                                                        and climbing.
        By: Kelly Leary, M.S. & Miranda
        Capperelli                                           We feel honored to work with so many attractive, successful, and                      Regards,
                                                        upbeat clientele. The clientele we see now are too wise and too busy for            Joseph Abruzzo,
        “To truly change the way we                     online dating or the bar scene. Our clients are selectively seeking quality   Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller
        approach love, we have to go to                 individuals...as they should!
        the source of everything we do:
        our minds.” ―Todd Perelmuter                    •  In  honor  of  love  month,  enjoy  our  last  bit  of  advice  today:  "Treat
                                                        yourself the way you want to be treated by others. Love yourself, and
        ❤  Happy  Valentine's  Month!                   you will be loved." Love the world, and it will love you back. It's the
        Cupid's  arrow  is  bowed  and                  LOVE MOVEMENT. Join US and enroll today!
        couples  are  falling  in  love  all
        over  town  thanks  to  us.  The                • Happy Valentine's Day Wishes and Caviar Dreams to you all! Find
        spotlight is on LOVE in February. Everyone is talking about it...and if   love  this  year--with  yourself  and  with  others.  We  are  obsessed  with
        they are not...trust us...they are THINKING about it. You can run but   2024, so let's make it even better--TOGETHER! Thank you for sharing
        you cannot hide from LOVE in February. So, how is your love life?   your time with us today. We appreciate all of you.
        (please  pause  to  think).  Do  you  need  a  little  help  from  super  sweet
        cupids this month? Have no fear because our corporate headquarters is        Xoxo - Kelly & Miranda
        in your local area. How lucky could you be? As always, do share this   #33YearsOfExperience      #WhyWaitJustDate      #LoveOffline     Drainage Information
        valuable information with your single family and friends--particularly   #MatchmakingRoyalty  #TellYourFriends #LoveMoreIn2024
        during this special month. They may be extra inspired to take action.
                                                        Revolution Dating Founder and CEO, Kelly
            Countless studies have shown that we are at our BEST in a healthy   Leary, has 33 years in the dating industry and   From Northern
        relationship.  Contrary  to  popular  belief,  it  is  NOT  money,  fame,  or   a Master’s Degree in Clinical  Psychology.
        beauty that brings authentic happiness--it's togetherness. In our line of   She has  also been written about in  The
        work, we ask people of all ages, from 20 to 80 plus, what the happiest   Palm Beach Post, PalmBeacher Magazine,
        time in their life has been thus far, and everyone answers with the same   Stuart News, Modern Luxury Palm Beach,   Palm Beach County
        theme: “The most enjoyable time in my life was when I was in a good   and Modern Luxury Manhattan plus many
        relationship.”                                  more. Revolution Dating members are pre-
                                                        screened in person including background checks. Professional photos   Improvement District
             It makes perfect sense. When you are coupled, you have a partner to   are taken  by the  staff. Revolution  Dating is NOT online dating  or
        enjoy your free time with and a visionary with whom you can plan the   blind dating. In addition to providing matchmaking services that make
        future. You have a comrade to share the good times with and a rock you   singles “UN-single” through their exclusive club memberships, Kelly
        can lean on during the tough times. Two beats One any day of the week.   and her team also provide feedback from your dates when appropriate.     Why do some yards flood after large
        You will have someone and something to look forward to at the end of   Mock Dates are available by request. Single Coaching Sessions and   quantities of rain? The simple answer
        every day, which is also essential for your mental and physical wellness.   Evaluations are also available by request for non-members or as an
                                                        add-on  to  some  memberships.  *All  inquiries  are  confidential.  *By   is according to most approved drainage
             Deep down, no one wants to be single forever, just like no one would   demand, we now have a Manhattan/TriState area Hub for our many
        choose to be "stag" on any holiday. Yet, many will be alone this month   North East clients with two homes. Do call the main hotline for more   designs, some water is meant to be
        or longer because they are not stepping up to "own" their love life. They   information 561-630-XOXO (9696).
        are too comfy in their comfort zone. These people may blame others                                   temporarily stored in public recreational
        (or their ex) for their single status, which is a huge red flag. You are   Behind The Scenes at Revolution Dating Corp:
        responsible for your relationship status.          This Love Squad stepped into 2024 with a zest for love and life like   areas, yard swale and streets. The excess
                                                        you can't imagine! Luckily, a picture speaks 1000 words and we are here
        • In the land of dating, individuals may find themselves stuck in patterns   to share more love with all of you. See what goes on behind the red doors   surface water slowly drains to community
        of blaming external factors for their single status instead of reflecting on   of the Corporate Headquarters of Love. We appreciate those of you who
        their own actions, style, or mindset. Taking ownership of one's love life   share your love openly, but for those that want to remain confidential,   lakes or on-site ponds via street and yard
        involves  self-awareness,  self-improvement,  and  a  willingness  to  face   we got you! Have an awesome month and remember to Love More in
        uncertainties.                                  2024. #TellYourFriends #TimeIsNow                    drainage grates and/or via swales, ditches

        • Fear of losing freedom, rejection, or getting hurt can deter people from                           and canals. The more complex answer is
        taking action, but individuals need to own that they are hindering their                             that each yard is different. Some yards
        potential for romantic happiness. As we know, people are on-stage on
        a risky platform in online dating, so the nervousness is understandable.                             have drainage swale areas. These are
        In contrast, qualified matchmakers vet singles and connect with each
        individual on a personal level. We are cheerleaders for our clients and                              areas that are sloped to catch water and
        enjoy boosting their confidence when needed. In various cases, we hold
        a mirror up to our clients if we see them getting in their own way. Tough                            filter out pollutants as water is absorbed
        love creates more success stories. We are lucky that our clients listen to   Partnering with   Stunning New
        us "most" of the time.                                              Cooper's Hawk   Engagement Drop!   into the ground. Some yards direct water
                                                                             Winery. Great   #SweetAndKind
             It is essential to take responsibility for your love life and yourself. This   Place for a   #ProfessionalLove  to the community drainage system as run-
        mindset can lead to personal growth and increased chances of finding   Valentine's Date!
        your grand finale relationship. Despite your challenges, pursuing love   BELIEVE in Glimmers   #ValenWINE  off with very little water retained in the
        often requires a willingness to overcome fears and obstacles. Dating is   and God-Winks!
        a combat sport. You have to be willing to take some hits without having   #MatchmakingRoyalty        yard. Familiarize yourself with how your
        a meltdown.
                                                                                                             yard was built to determine how water
             It  is  essential  to  know  what  "league"  you  should  be  dating  in  as                    drains from your home.
        well. You can not be a third-string player on a community football team
        and expect to date the head cheerleader of an NFL Team. If you have      Young Professionals Love
        incredibly high standards, do you think you are equally yoked? Do your   Revolution Dating! We are well
        attributes match the attributes that you seek in a partner? Ask a brutally   represented at The Cove Club.
        honest friend if you need clarification on this, or ask your matchmaker.     #Connected
        We will tell you the truth, while your peers may not--and "most" of our
        clients appreciate this transparency within us.
             Feel free to bend and weave while you date too. Know that someone
        is out there for everyone, and if you look in the right places, you WILL                            Captain’s was established in 1980 servicing
        find  your  special someone! If low self-esteem is  the culprit and you                             Palm Beach County and is a privately
        often think "No one will ever love me," realize that you are wrong. We   CHOSEN AGAIN!              owned and managed company.
        are all lovable. Start telling yourself: "I am lovable and deserve the   Look who was honored   Cupid REVO,   Captain’s is committed to providing
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