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Move Over LAW (FS 316.126)

By Elyse Weintraub Brown, Learn the Move Over LAW (FS 316.126) worker. If you are not able to safely move over, you must
Community Education Are you unsure about what you slow down to a speed of 20 MPH below the posted speed
Specialist, Palm Beach are supposed to do when you are limit unless directed otherwise by a law enforcement officer.
County Fire Rescue driving on a local roadway, and you On a two-lane roadway…Where there is NO lane of travel
(561) 616-7051 or see DRIVING BEHIND YOU a fire in the same direction to merge over to, you are REQUIRED
ewbrown@pbcgov.org truck or other emergency vehicle with to slow down to a speed that is 20 miles per hour less than
lights flashing and sirens wailing on the the posted speed limit. If the speed limit is 20 miles per hour
This message is brought way to an emergency? The Answer is …you must yield the or less, you must slow down to five miles per hour.
to you by your friendly right of way. When it is safe to do so, move over as close as In the State of Florida, drivers must also move over for
Firefighters from Palm Beach reasonable to the closest edge of the curb of the roadway, sanitation vehicles and utility service vehicles performing
County Fire Rescue…. clear of any intersection and then stop. When this happens tasks related to their services, and wreckers displaying
Every day firefighters on highways and interstates, rather than stop, slow down and amber rotating or flashing lights performing a recovery
and other emergency responders drive to emergencies. then safely move over so that the emergency vehicle can pass. or loading on the roadside.
What’s more, oftentimes the emergency they are driving Are you unsure about what you are supposed to do when Violating the Move Over Law can result in a fine and points
to is actually in the roadway. Although they are helping you are driving on a roadway with multiple lanes, and you on your license; and worse, because it puts rescuers, civilians,
others and rendering aid, they are also at risk of being see a fire truck or rescue truck working an emergency ON and other motorists at risk of serious injury and even death.
injured and killed on our roadways by motorists. Help THE SIDE OF THE ROAD? The Answer is….When it is safe For everyone’s safety, share the Move Over Law with others.
protect them…because if they can’t help you in your time to do, merge away from a vehicle working on the side of the Help us…help You! 
of need…who will? roadway to provide an empty travel lane for the emergency
Judy Levis Krug Boca Raton Jewish Film Festival

Announces 2024 Audience Choice Awards

The Judy Levis Krug Boca Raton Jewish Film Festival film selected is a testament to the universal themes that ghetto. Determined to help, she shelters 12 Jewish workers in
(JLKBRJFF), proudly presented by the Adolph & Rose Levis connect us.” the safest place she can think of – the basement of the German
JCC (Levis JCC), announces this year’s top winners for Best Major’s house. Irena uses her wit, humor and courage to hide
Narrative, Best Documentary, Best Short and overall Best Top Winners In Each her friends as long as possible.
of the Fest. Attracting over 3,000 attendees, Boca Raton’s Best Documentary Films
original film festival is heralded as a premiere destination Category Include 1. Supernova: The Music Festival Massacre – This
for Jewish and Israeli films by filmmakers and audiences documentary unravels the dramatic and traumatic events at
alike. Films were screened at Cinemark Bistro Boca Raton Best Narrative Films the Nova Music Festival in Israel on Oct. 7, featuring footage
and XD, Movies of Delray and the Levis JCC. 1. Bau: Artist at War – Based on the true story of Joseph from multiple sources and intimate first-hand accounts from
This year, more than 40 diverse feature-length films, and Rebecca Bau, whose wedding took place in the Plaszow survivors, first responders and parents. This film was also
documentaries and shorts were judged based on the overall concentration camp during World War II. This film is a war awarded overall Best of the Fest winner.
quality, message effectiveness, entertainment value and drama/love story/espionage tale, even more relevant at a time 2. Between The Stone and the Flower – This film covers
audience popularity, among other criteria. when survivors are dwindling, and the Holocaust is slipping the incredible journey of Genie Milgrom and her decades-
“Our festival thrives on the depth and diversity of Jewish from memory. long quest for her Jewish lineage, from a traditional Catholic
storytelling, bringing to light the stories that resonate with 2. Irena’s Vow – 19-year-old Irena Gut, promoted to family in Spain to an Orthodox Jewish life.
our shared history and today’s challenges,” said Nina housekeeper in the home of a highly respected Nazi officer
Rosenzweig, JLKBRJFF Screening Committee Chair. “Each in Poland, discovers the imminent liquidation of the Jewish Judy Levis Krug on page 26

THE CLUB AT BOCA POINTE - SUMMER MEMBERSHIP

Owned and Operated by Heritage Golf Group, The Club at Boca Pointe offers you the
perfect way to discover all that the Club has to offer from May 1 – September 30. Boca
Pointe’s summer memberships are offered to both residents and non-residents of the
Boca Pointe community with privileges including full access to social and tennis amenities
with an option to add golf. Reach out to learn more!

HERE ARE SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS OF WHAT YOU CAN ENJOY AS A SUMMER MEMBER:

Mix & mingle with friends old and new in the clubhouse’s dining areas enjoying lunch, dinner,
lounge & happy hour, and various club special events.
Work out in the club’s 28,000 square foot state-of-the-art fitness complex to help you meet
your health & wellness goals.
Personal Training and Group Exercise – over 40 complimentary classes weekly.
Grab your racquet and play tennis seven days a week, including clinics & tournaments, AND
four new PICKLEBALL courts to enjoy America’s newest social sport.
Take a dip in the oversized year-round pool or enjoy lap-swimming or aqua aerobics.
Summer Golf Members will also enjoy unlimited golf for a cart fee only with 5-day advance
tee-times and full practice area access.

2024 Summer Membership offerings include Sport & Social Memberships starting at $2,200 and Golf
Memberships starting at $3,250 - no initiation fee required. Limited availability, contact the Club today
to schedule a tour of the NEW Club at Boca Pointe!

7144 BOCA POINTE DRIVE, BOCA RATON 561.864.8539 | BOCAPOINTECC.COM

Membership fee must be paid in advance; $500 food & beverage minimum required. Summer memberships are introductory membership privileges from May 1st – September 30th, and limited space is available, after
which full membership may be required. Golf Course and Practice facilities are closed on Mondays from May-Mid November. Summer memberships include a single or couple (residing together) and unmarried children
and grandchildren under 26 years of age living in the household. Prices do not include additional fees and 7% FL Palm Beach State Sales Tax.