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July 2024 Viewpointe, Page 19
Tax Talk

Dear friends:
Most of you already
know two of my passions
– my cats, Biden and Bader,
and my garden. Those two
things help me unwind and
disconnect from the day’s
events. Whether it’s watching
the crazy things my cats and positively interact with the existing landscaping at that Mounts Over The Summer
get into, or spending time location, both under natural sunlight and artificial lighting
tending to my beautiful at night.” If you’re planning a day out to soak up some sun this
garden, creating “me-time” So, when visiting our North County Service Center, snap summer, now is the time to visit Mounts Botanical Garden. This
to relax and unwind is crucial for maintaining overall well- a selfie with our new mural in the background and tag us 20-acre tropical oasis is offering discounted admission rates of
being. It is important to carve out some time for the things that on social media (@taxpbc on Instagram and @pbctax on $15 for adults; $12 for seniors, college students and military
bring you joy. Find your “sanctuary” and activities that you Facebook)! with ID’s; $7 for ages 6 to 17; and free for children under 6.
love to unplug and disconnect and most importantly, make Palm Beach County Residents receive free admission the first
time and schedule it. Always pay attention to your physical And The Award Goes To… Wednesday of every month (proof of residency required) as
needs during your “me-time” by nourishing your body with part of Palm Beach
healthy foods, exercise, staying hydrated with beverages, and I’m proud to share that County Residents’
getting plenty of sleep. our agency has recently been Days.
Remember that “me-time” is not selfish; it’s an essential honored with two awards. Dogs’ Days in the
aspect of self-care that allows you to recharge and show up On May 20 at our Westlake Garden will continue
as your best self in other areas of your life. By prioritizing Service Center, I accepted an this summer, giving
relaxation and unwinding, you are investing in your health, award from the Wellington your four-legged friend
happiness, and resilience. Garden Club, in conjunction an opportunity to visit
Anne M. Gannon, with the Florida Federation of Mounts too! On the second Sunday of each month (except
Constitutional Tax Collector, Serving Palm Beach County Garden Clubs District X. The during events and plant sales) dogs are free for members and $5
Westlake Service Center was for nonmembers. Mounts summer hours are Tuesday through
Mural, Mural, On The Wall! the winner of an “Unsolicited Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with last entry at 2 p.m. For more
Landscape Design Award” information visit www.mounts.org. 
“Step into a world of energy and radiant hues.” These in the Public Facility category. As an avid gardener myself,
may not be the first words that come to mind when visiting I am proud that our service center received this recognition.
the tax collector’s office. However, this is what you can A beautiful facility and outdoor landscaping are part of the
expect to experience the next time you visit our North County experience we want to create for our clients.
Service Center, with the addition of a new vibrant outdoor I am equally proud that on May 2, Florida Weekly (https://
mural, entitled, Piece By Piece displayed on the south side palmbeach.floridaweekly.com/articles/best-waiting-room/)
of the service center. The mural was skillfully crafted by recognized our new North County Service Center in Palm
Connecticut born artist, Benjamin Heller. Benjamin has Beach Gardens, which opened in March, as having the Best
created several murals throughout South Florida. His style Waiting Room in the county, as part of its Best of 2024
of art uses color and shapes masterfully to create captivating Flamingo Awards.
imagery that brings life to an otherwise ordinary space. We are honored to be recognized for this award, as we
When asked about the mural, he had this to say, “The use worked diligently to create a comfortable, welcoming space
of this imagery and various colors reflect both the ‘Gardens’ for our clients when visiting our service centers.

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