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Our Village Voice

VOL. 35 NO. 11 www.seabreezepublications.com NOVEMBER 2024

Town Of Jupiter News

By Jim Kuretski, Mayor, county was based on a thorough financial analysis. It is tax assessments. I don’t understand how any elected official
Town of Jupiter also undisputed that the town ultimately concluded that representing Town of Jupiter resident and business taxpayers
Jupiter Fire Rescue allocating money toward a new town fire department would could act or be expected to act otherwise.
Services save town residents and businesses” a very significant Fire trucks and ambulances have been ordered.
Circuit Court Judge amount of money in taxes. Construction of new JFRD stations is underway. The JFRD
Scott issued an Oct. 9, It was almost three years ago that a PBCFR Union member leadership team has been hired and is diligently working
order declaring that Palm asserted that PBC planned to effectively double its ad valorem to be prepared to begin full fire/rescue service operation
Beach County Fire Rescue tax assessments on all Jupiter residents and business property throughout the town on October 1, 2026. There is a growing
(PBCFR) Union, Local 2928, owners for its contracted fire rescue services to Jupiter. The list of firefighters now totaling in excess of 100 candidates
PAC’s proposed charter intended use of this huge tax hike was to subsidize the cost who that expressed interest in working for JFRD when it
amendment and associated of fire rescue services to rural unincorporated areas that begins hiring to assemble the full JFRD staffing level.
ballot language is legally are inherently more costly to serve than more compact and We are hopeful that the PBCFR Union, Local 2928, PAC
“invalid” and “unconstitutional in its entirety” and cannot be populated municipal government service areas. will take the circuit court judge’s ruling into account and cease
put to a vote, and cannot be adopted by the Town of Jupiter. A Town Council majority took actions in August/ undermining the efforts of fellow first responders working
The court ruling stated: “It is undisputed that the Town September 2023 to create the new Jupiter Fire Rescue hard to establish Jupiter’s new Fire/Rescue Department.
Council’s decision to terminate its agreement with the Department (JFRD) to avert the planned tax hike in PBCFR Stay tuned.
Commissioner’s Update

Palm Beach County Senior simple enrollment process and numerous activities to choose health education classes and resources, recreation programs,
Centers: A Hub Of Resources from, Palm Beach County senior centers are a valuable exercise programs, community outings, community partners
resource providing essential support services for residents
meetings and lectures, and social programs including group
And Community For Older over 60 years old looking to enrich their lives while staying games, billiards and special events.
Getting started at one of Palm Beach County’s senior
connected to the community they help build.
Residents Palm Beach County operates three senior centers that centers is a smooth and personalized experience. Simply
serve as hubs for older adults and veterans. visit the senior center you are interested in to begin the
By Vice Mayor Maria G. • North County Senior Center, 5217 Northlake Blvd., enrollment process. Whether you’re seeking meals, social
Marino Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418, (561) 694-5435 opportunities, or educational programs, visiting in person
Palm Beach County’s • Mid County Senior Center, 3680 Lake Worth Road, allows you to see firsthand what’s available. When you
senior centers are a Lake Worth, FL 33461, (561) 357-7100 arrive, you’ll meet with a staff member who will answer
community focal point • West County Senior Center, 2916 State Road #15, any questions you may have. They will provide a quick
where active older persons Belle Glade, FL 33430, (561) 996-4808 tour of the facility and explain the programs and events
socialize and participate Palm Beach County offers an impressive selection of offered at the center.
in programs and activities programs designed to meet the diverse needs and interests To complete your registration, you will be asked to
which enhance their of older adults. Whether you want to stay physically active, provide a photo I.D. and fill out a registration form. This
quality of life, support their socialize with peers, or learn something new, there’s form includes the senior center’s rules and a waiver that
independence and encourage something for everyone. Here’s a look at some of the
their involvement. With a resources available at various locations: daily meal programs, Commissioner’s Update on page 3
Northern Notes

Living With Sandhill Cranes lots, or even walking across
roads, seemingly oblivious
By Katie Roundtree, to danger. They often travel
Director of Finance in small groups or pairs,
and Administration, sometimes with their young
Northern Palm Beach ones in tow, adding to their
County Improvement unique charm.
District Two subspecies of sandhill
Sandhill cranes, with crane live in Florida at
their long legs, necks, and certain times of the year.
distinctive gray plumage, The Florida sandhill crane
are a sight to behold. Their (Grus Canadensis pratensis),
striking appearance, including numbering 4,000 to 5,000, is
the patch of red skin on their a non-migratory year-round
head, sets them apart as they stand almost 4 feet tall. You
may spot them near preserves and wetlands, in parking Northern Notes on page 3

REPORT SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY IMMEDIATELY

TO THE JUPITER POLICE DEPARTMENT
(561) 799-4445

Use 911 for emergencies only. Lock car doors.
Do not leave valuables in the car.