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Home My WebLink AboutHandouts_Workshop_08/13/2012 Resident Handouts �9�� f [��C��1 �_ ' 345 Tequesta Drive `� � Tequesfia, FL 33469 k �� ^a: Juiy 20, 2012 Re: INVITATlOfV LETTER TO AT�fEND Af� IfVF�RMA7'IONAL AfVNEXAl'ION WORi<SHOP Dear Fforr��ow�er: �"he ViBdage of Tequesra As �OBeased to or�vate vou to attea�d an i�nfor�naatuonai WorksF�op on benefits and facts of becorviing a Village resident. The workshop will �e held on the Village Council Chambers focated at the Village HalB at 345 Tequesta Drive, on Au�ust 13, 2012 at 6:00 ��n. lu� preparation of the workshop, please see the foBlowing attached infoa�matioa�: ��1� ��o�ffo�� 6r�ur�� i�l�� 9600�� @��i�� — l� presents the cadvantages of beco�nir�g a 1lillage residen�. o��4a�u�� f��s ��u�l �� C��d��m� �'�f�d� ��rr ��P��c��(��— Itsu�v►rnarizes taxes and fees t0aat you are curr�rrtly,vayir►g as a resi�'ent of cenirtcorporated Palrn Beach C'ouniy, and 2 fees and taxes thaf you would pay as a resident of the Village of Tequestca. TP�e goai of the workshop 6s to provide as rnuch informatiar� as you need to consider joining the Village of Tequesta, and to respond to all your comrnemts. Village CouncBl members and Staff will attend the worksho� to address vour quzstions. I will be glad to answer your comments o� questions p� to the wo� rny e-o�nail is and �ny phone number is 561.768.0457. �� c��C�va��o�u��7 �� 6�� aa w� �G�c� ��G��g Since�ely, 0 ��/� �� C�� a :P��d - o Nilsa Zacarias, AICP Director of Corrimunity Developmenf Village of Tequesta cc: Mr. Michael Couzzo, Village Manager Village Council Members Tequesta Police Department House Check Request & Closed Nonne lnformation �ates From: To: Last Name First Name Address Phone # How can we contact you while you are away Alarm System yes No Lights left on yes No T'imer Key Holder yes No Key on file at the Potice Department yes No Last Name First Name Address Phone # Phone # Yard Service Company, lf any: Days Pool Service Company, If any: Days Exterminator Company, if any: Days Maid Service Company, If any: Days Other Service Company, If any: Days Other information: Please Cai1561-575-6210 when you return. Thank you and have a safe trip. ouaa��d wol ao�f�W •sa�inaas ano �o �(u� az��i�n ao ssn�sip o} II�H a��ll!� �q do�s o} aaa� �aa� as�a�d �6ao��}sanba�•nnnnnn �� a�isqann ay� uo a�q��i�n� s� sa�in.�as pu� s�uana �0 6ui�s�� an�suauaadwo� y�apinoad s�uaw��dap ano sa�in.ias anbiun ay� �o nna} � aa� uoi��i�qnd siu� ui pa�s�� suazi}i� �}sanbal �o spaau au� o� anisuodsaa 6u�aq u� san�asano apiad ann pu� s}uap�saa ano o} sa�inaas paz��uosaad �(u�u, saa��o a6��n ayl �� . s . �� , . ., . . _ , dr � . - . } � . {� � R, � � �.�; � ,��. „ �- �� , �� :.. �� t ' � � ��; �. � � ` rx �' Information Technology Information Technology operates, maintains and implements all computer, network, and communication related technologies within the Village. • Electronic communication system that offers residents the opportunity to receive news and information on a broad range of topics, including emergency alerts. These communications can be received via e-mail or even text message. Sign up today at ItiWVV, • New and improved telephone system was recently implemented a more along with a more efficient and effective design that allows for more cost effective communication with our residents. A full list of direct numbers for employees is available online. • Maintains the Tequesta Document Imaging Center which provides online access to over 109,000 (and growing) pages of Village related documentation. • Maintains all Village voice and data systems including computers, servers, network infrastructure, mobile devices, and web services amongst other technologies. Community Development Community Development offers one-stop shopping and processes building permits, planning and zoning applications, variance applications, business tax receipts, building inspections and contractor licenses. • Local Permitting Process - Drop off your plans for building construction or remodeling here in Tequesta instead of having to drive to North Jog Road in West Palm Beach. • Lower Building Permit Fees - Tequesta's building department fees are less than Palm Beach County • Lower Planning and Zoning Fees - Palm Beach County just raised their Planning and Zoning fees) The Tequesta fee structure is well below Palm Beach County's old fee schedule. • Obtain useful forms on the website at www.tequesta.org How to Contact the Village 768-0700 Vice-Mayor Vince Arena Council Member Abby Brennan Council Member Steve Okun Council Member Frank D'Ambra Parks and Recreation The Village has an exceptionally active Parks and Recreation Department that caters to all age groups. Various activities are available for adults who wish to remain actively fit, who may wish to unleash their competitive side with a game of cards, or those who simply want an afternoon or morning of quiet relaxation. Tequesta boasts three vibrant and lushly landscaped parks all within 2 miles of Beach Road — Constitution Park, Paradise Park and Tequesta Park. Residents can stroll along the'/a mile walking path, stretch their legs at the exercise stations, or enjoy all that nature has to offer with the alluring butterfly garden. Fancy a round of tennis or a game of three on three basketball? IYs available at Tequesta Park. Are the grand children in town and full of energy? Let them cut loose for an afternoon of fun and rowdy play on the playgrounds. Looking for a place to hold an HOA meeting? The Parks and Recreation Department has you covered. Or join us around the Village gazebo for Noon Tunes, and concerts and movies in the park. Finance The Village water utility offers full-service customer service: • Customer service staff will assist customers in person or over the phone with opening and closing accounts and understanding water bills • "Welcome to Tequesta" packets are provided to all new customers • Staff reviews unusual usage of water and investigates the differences prior to mailing monthly utility bill • Staff may contact customers to alert them of unusual usage often helping them identify leaks prior to costiy bills • Utility personnel examine meters to ensure they operate properly The online services include: • Water customers can view their account online and monitor usage history • Customers can pay their utility bill via credit card • Water customers can set up an ACH payment whereby the bill amount is automatically withdrawn from their bank account each month • Customer service staff will help set up the online accounts, take payments in person; a night drop box is also available Fire The Fire Department offers many personalized services in an effort to promote public safety. These include: • Smoke Detector Inspection Program - Firefighters inspect and test residential smoke detectors; replace batteries; and make recommendations for placement of additional smoke detectors if needed. This service is free of charge. • Needle Disposal Program — provides a safe and environmentally sound method to dispose of used needles and syringes • Life Safety and medical tips - Our web site has many life safety tips and medical information on it. T�'1P \/illa�c'S �ir�n, Ci,i�rn,ro R2t !''?C� y �S .^.nc nf th� hi�hcc± arnw�nrl ::ihi^�'1 ±�?.t'��3t�S �^t� �C�:'�r �^Sl.:'.°.il�° �.i�^'��.'^ia. Police The Village offers a full service police department consisting of road patrol, marine patrol, code enforcement and a full-time detective. A few of the special services offered include: • Responds to all calls for service; and security alarm activations • Maintains a computer record of residents with disabilities in the event of an emergency • Provides crime prevention presentations to HOA's and neighborhood gatherings • Offers a voluntary and secured maintenance of resident house keys in the event of an emergency or lost key • Offers a Citizens Observer Patrol program to provide volunteer supplemental support to department • Offers a Civilian Marine Patrol program Village Clerk / Webmaster / Admin PIO The Clerk's Office is the hub for public information and communication. This office maintains the imaging system, website, media communication outlets such as Facebook and the resident email distribution system. • Over 109,000 pages have been imaged into the document center, thereby making it easier for residents to access important documents such the agenda, agenda backup, minutes, ordinances, resolutions and agreements • Access to the agenda, agenda backup, audio files from each meeting is available in the document center • Conducts the municipal elections. Interested in running for a Council Seat? This is the office to contact. • Provides notary services to residents • Processes volunteer applications and maintains boards and committee memberships. Looking to volunteer on a board? Want to be a poll worker? Contact the Clerk. • Through coordinated efforts with IT, a new website redesign was implemented Human Resources The Human Resources Department manages the Village's employees and the property, casualty, liability and health insurance portfolios. • Prepares and distributes the Village newsletter (Smoke Signals) 69�� '��sanbal ani.�Q ��.sanbal S�� y � b ^� .,: �:;iE, �� ''' ` � �; �Q L861 #lIW�3d n ;'�;�` ,;,:, � � ��,��. a 1� "H�d38 Wlb'd 1S3M �� '� aldd ��iP=.� � '� �1f�1 � 3Jd1SOd 'S'fl Q abd4Nd1S a31�OS3�d `r�,� ��, .� �� O � �0' ��d �-'� ' Vill� e o Te uest� � , g �' ;, ,, �,'`+� l�,��. ; ��''��„ ` �� s�'' : � _ . --� '' _._..� �� - , _ � � _ : �-- � _- - .. � � . _ �� , 1 �� '��i � ' . � _ � � � a� r � �,�. � �;. , � � . .� � �' � '" � �� f � �!� �.�� : " ` � °� r r � r ,� _ ,• ' ,. � __---- ;'"'�I��. � � � r ., � ��$ _ �, . � � . � r,� r j. � i' � ,, . . r� � ' . � i . . . / -. ..: .,. • � "�V�,��. hi''�� . � � ' - , - gg+ �;�- ; � a -, r , w . . ... . „ . .... We are pleased to inform you that your public drinking water meets or exceeds all federal, state and 1oca1 drinking water standards. This Consumer Confidence Report provides you, the consumer, with a summary of our year 2011 analytical data, water resource information and a brief history as it applies to the public drinkin� water system. Dur mis��c�n at fihe V�l�r�e o� Teques� Q Provide responsive, courteous and quality service in order to achieve customer satisfaction and improve the quality of life for the citizens of the Village of Tequesta and its other customers. �- In 2011 work was completed on the third Reverse ' Q Develop a long-range strategic plan to meet future infrastructure and utility Osmosis train at the Water Treatment Plant to provide an additional 1.2 MGD capacity. The work service needs for community growth, development, and expansion. induded a brand new 4th R.O. Well and Znd ! degassifer scrubber system to increase our total Q Enhance public awareness of environmental surroundings. R.O. capacity to 3.6 MGD and inprove water quality. , Viltage of Tequesta Leadershi� Village Staff VILLAGE COUNCIL: Michael R. Couzzo, Jr., Village Manager Tom Paterno, Mayor Roy Fallon, Chief Operator Vince Arena, Vice-Mayor Abby Brennan, Council Member The Village Council meets monthly with James Humpage, Council Member dates and times posted on Calvin Turnquest, Council Member www.tec�uesta.org r� - � ... � i � � �, � � � • �� ?�� 1 � � ' � The original water system was developed by the Jupiter Water with an ultimate capacit�� of 3.6 MGD, initially sized for 1.2 Company in 1954 to serve Jupiter Inlet Colony. This water MGD. The $7.8 million expansion project was funded through system included two surficial aquifer wells, a 1.00 million a bond issue. The reverse osmosis water treatment facility gallon per day (l�7UD) aeration/filtration/chlorination pumping became fully operational in l�larch 2000. station and a 60,000 gallon elevated stora�e tank located just In 2007, a first expansion of the water treatment plant south of Bridge Road. By 1957, the system was expanded to � completed providing 1.2 m.g. additional capacity to serve neighboring subdivisions and portions of the Village of produce water and a third R.O. well for source supply. Tequesta. In 2011, the water treatment plant completed a second In 1967, the Village of Tequesta purchased the water expansion providing an additional 1.2 m.g. capacity to produce system from the Jupiter Water Company for $1,700,000. In �, and a thi�d R.O. for a total capaciry of 3.6 MGD. 1977, the Village constructed additional surficial ayuifer wells _ � �.L. and a treatment facility at 901 N. Old Dixie Highway. This construction increased the Water Treatment Plant's permitted � �"• ,-� ,�� capacity from 1.00 M GD to 1. 8 0 M GD. The Plant faci liry was , _,. ,. �;,; � expanded again in 1988 by the addition of new wells, chemical ,��° ,. p � „��„ ,,,, ��, r �, . '�,_ �� • �.w �A«�. ,.. � . feed systems and pressure filters, increasing the overall water - ��_ ` .., � "" vaa.avrtoues�. � ' ; . ..� treatment plant capacity to 2.73 MGD. •..�.,,. ,, � - In 1998, the Village initiated the next phase of expansion �� .�` �� ,�..� � - to the Water Treatment Plant. This included the construction ,��°"� `` �°�' `°�' °' ,..W ............. of a"state-of-the-art" reverse osmosis water treatment faciliri�, . ��k-��,"�`� °" LOCK IT! a— �, REPORT IT!!! ��Q , � � Q ��e�,. eo I -.. '�� C � �:;; Recently, Tequesta Police through the coordinated � a ` partnership with the Jupiter Police Department, * �� D �.�� * stopped a home burglary in-progress. Two A O L I G �, individuals were apprehended and confessed to several burglaries they committed in Tequesta and numerous burglaries in Jupiter. The partnership between neighboring DEPT agencies and citizens of Tequesta is next to none; and with tireless efforts, we can keep crime out of Tequesta and continue to live in a safe environment. Below is the home burglary article that was posted in The Palm Beach Post: TEQUESTA — Two burglary suspects were arrested this afternoon after leading village Cs�sm e police on a chase and crashing their car into an unmarked Jupiter police vehicle. They are believed to be responsible for numerous home burglaries throughout Palm �� Beach County, village police said. Jupiter police took Justin Bayliss of Palm Beach Gardens and a second unidentified suspect into custody, and the two are expected to be booked into the Palm Beach County Jail this evening. There were no injuries in the crash and the vehicles involved sustained minor damage, Tequesta Police Lt. Jason Turner said in a news release. Tequesta officers responded just before 3 p. m. to a burglary in progress at a home in Tequesta Country Club, Turner said. As police were arriving, the startled suspects fled in a gray four-door Toyota before they cou/d take anything from the home, Turner said. After a short chase, the suspects crashed into the unmarked Jupiter vehicle at the � Whispering Pines community off Loxahatchee River Road. The suspects were arrested without incident. - _ —„- - -- _ - -� �, • .� - �'_� . • • � • !" .�_ 94� : . . - . ' „� ° - � r9 � � . f� .•- • -• . ° .r ' _ � . , � , � � . � � L ` � � � ' ��.� Crime Prevention Tips • Lock your vehicles and secure your The Village of Tequesta's Mayor, Tom property when not in use Paterno, and the Neighborhood . Utilize alarm systems at all times Community Policing Division, wants to . Do not leave garage door openers or � remind everyone that no one knows keys to your house in vehicles your neighborhood better than you . Close garage doors and lock interior and your neighbors. And no one wants garage door Get to Know Your to protect it more than you do, except the . If you observe criminal activity . police officers of the Tequesta Police occurring, call 9-1-1 Neighbors Department. With teamwork between the . To report delayed suspicious activity, residents and the Police Department, the call 768-0500 Call the Tequesta PoliCe emphasis can be on stopping and . You may make an anonymous report of Department when preventing crime before it happens. suspicious activity through our website You see someone looking into at www.tequesta.org • windows and parked cars There is a lot you can do to keep . You hear unusual noises your neighborhood safe The Tequesta Police Department is . You see property being taken out of committed to building and strengthening its houses when the residents are not Don't wait for someone else to take the alliance with the community. We look home lead. Everyone in the community shares forward to meeting with you at one of your . You see cars, vans, or trucks the responsibility for making our homeowner association meetings, or, you moving slowing with no apparent community safe. Report incidents to the can take advantage of one of our many destination or without lights programs, which include: group tours of You see a stran er sittin in a car or police and become a better partner , • g g against crime! the police department, Citizen s Police stopping to talk to a child Academy, or our Citizen Ride Along You see an abandoned car Program. The ride along program has � You hear someone screaming or been a popular method of establishing � shouting for help relationships with community members. It is an opportunity for citizens to see Non- Emergency - 561 �-- firsthand, the role of the police officers EMERGENCY while riding with them on patrol. 9- 1— 1 ___ POLICE � y �. �.. . _ . ., :.: � .. . . . . � �.� . : . r ... ., ; ,. � . . . .. . . - . � � �� , . � _. � , f s.� F _ �+ y . � ��0� �Al�I� � '�• 1� r `�� F�. ��'� -' d,� � � � � , , � � A � r . �- �, , . �, _ � €- + v , �� , , r . r� � � , . r f � �. . -:,� = Villa �e o� Te � esta . . �_ � 9 � _ _ .- _ ;: �/ :` � i, �' — � r,r� � � ^f � � � � ' � I � � � �� ! +� `��~�� r�lr .� .rA ..../ `. � � �. a. � ./_. .� � �_ � PARKS AND RECREATf�Jhl - . � , . - �� .. ,.. .—_.__� � � h � '� � �� , ,�_r � _1 ,',, � r �- � � J �� . � �� -- � � � �.. � �� .:. �� , , �� ! I s � � � ---► � �_ �; j J �` I r '�wn. , „ 1 ir �� a.R-,�../' ,� M� SAVE THE DATE. � -� -�$ November 17, 2012 ., . ; � , ., �°.�$ R�'ON�E.� DAY� E�NENrTr AT PARADIS�E1 PAR�K�� i ��'= _ ;. �$� �� ._ . i SF �► . r � T� :� �� -..,,�, �r, ��`�`, :�� -�,,� x •yr�� ` �.1��-� - .. _� �Nc�r�sor�s��t-< `_ti��rs.tun��. � :�vailable: Tequesta Fest welcomes the opportunity to work with you to tailor a proposal that best meets your marketing goals & budget. Please contad Wendy at 561-768-0476 or wschmidt�tequesta.org for sponsorship information. •. . . . . . . . . ... ��! The TEQL�ESl� GREE�'�1�7ARIiET seaso�t is expandirz�! { We will continue to run the lst Sunday of the month October -December 2012 and starting ,�� anuar�� ?013-April ?013 thc 4lark��t �vill bc hcld thc lst and :;rd Sunda}- r�f ��ach mnn+h, �. �,�;;,_ October to December 2012, 12 noon - 4:OOpm � � Ccto6er 7• November 4• December 2 �� January to April 2013, the tst and 3rd Sunday from 12 noon - 4:OOpm y , lanuary 6& 20 • february 3& 17 • Ma�ch 3& 17 • April 7& 21 � , � y �. � �` . �f1�41�p� yti�s►�4��H';y. _ The Parks and Recreation Department is aaepting applications for the Tequesta Green Markets. If you are interested in being a vendor please contact Wendy at 561-768-0476 or wschmidt�tequesta.org MOVIE IN THE PARK I � oE�EMBER 8, ICJ GFi� �., 1 Z -- _ OCtObC'f Z7. ZO � Z T '//J' i' r' ; �, \ �. � / � .. �� JOlfl US dt tF115 ff10V12 : C�"' � � 7�-768-0475 FOi2 MORE INFORMATION ' • � " ' �M woariny your bo,st costume } U portraying any � � _ \% �� Dr. Seuss character. O 9 �. �� -�� :'tl� � e ' ,� � � � �: �f _� � : �;: �r -- . . � ��Ti;�� , ��-�--� ,;, _.��_,' , December 26, 27, 28 / $75 De�ember Jenuery �ebruory January 2, 3, 4/$75 Constitution Park: Enter at Dover Road gate npen to Village of Tequesta Residents Movie starts at dusk/gate opens at 4:30 PM Register for both weeks for the discounted rate of $125 Camp hours 8:30-5:30 Detaili !o be Announoed Call 561-768-0475 for more information ^ 1 r * � � • � � �ill�i�'1! ;.�� _ �f � I . r^ - _ _�� -� , ,.�t iW_ ��P�.:t .. � ��:�4. "v �,a � � l f� I' il I I ' .�►1 �� ;: '� :� � Music Together �� V�� '.� �l�'. � � �� ' ��.�.�� :��.�: B ��Thu days Ages 3 months-5 years old �,- - ,- , • ,- 9:30-10:15AM& • �• 10:30-11:15 AM Tai Chi 8:30 -9:30 am Adult g� /$� $130/$140 + a$40 material fee Mah Jongg 1:00-4:00 pm Adult FREE / FREE Sibling discount offered Yoga dass begins in October 6:00-7:15 pm 10 yrs to adults $10 /$12 Evening Yoga ' ' Starting in October Adult Yoga 9:15-10:30 am Adult $77 /$88 Drop in optional Mondays Rookies Sports 9:00-9:30 am 2.5-4 years Call for pricing I Call for Pricing 6:00-7:15 PM Cardio Tennis 9:30-10:30 am Adult $10 per class !$15 per class ages 10 to adults Children's Beg Tennis 3:30-4:30 pm 6-10 6 weeks $80 / 6 weeks $90 $10/$12 Zumba 6:00-7:00 pm 15 8 Up 7 classes $48 / 7 classes $56 11 classes $60 / 11 classes $66 Beginner Tennis 6:00-7:00 PM Adult 6 weeks $80 / 6 weeks $90 ROOkieS Spol'tS Intermed tennis 7:00-8:00 PM Adult 6 weeks $80 / 6 weeks $90 10 weeks - Begins in August ' �' Tuesdays Tai Chi 8:30-9:30 am Adult $1 /$1 9:00-9:30 AM Adult Yoga 9:15-10:30 am Adult 12 weeks $77 I 12 weeks $88 Ages 2.5-4 Child's Combo Dance 3:35-420 pm 3-6 years 10 weeks $110 / 10 weeks $130 $100/$140 Mah Jongg 1:00-4:00 pm Adult I Free / Free All Stars Fitness 2:15-2:45 pm 4.5-6 years Call for pricing / Call for pricing ' ' ' Children's Beginning Cardio Tennis 9:30-10:30 am Adult $10 per class I$15 per class TOnniS Tap Dance 10:00-11:00 am 16 yrs & up 10 weeks $100 / 10 weeks $120 6 weeks - Begins in August Children's Beg Tennis 3:30-430 pm 6-10 years 6 weeks $80 I 6 weeks $90 Tuesdays & Thursdays Zumba 6:00- 7:OOpm 15 8 Up Call for pricing I Call for pricing 3:30-4:30 PM Hit 8 Run Tennis 6:30-7:30 pm Adult 6 weeks $80/6 weeks $90 Ages 6-10 Gymnastics 3:15-4:15 pm 5-7 years 10 weeks $110 / 10 weeks $130 $g0/$90 beginning Sept 6/ beginning Sept 6 Gymnastics 4:15-5:15 8 8 up 10 weeks $110 / 10 weeks $130 beginning Sept 6/ beginning Sept 6 All Stars FitneSS '�' 10 weeks - Begins in August Yoga (Gentle) � 9:15- 10:30 am Adult $77 Drop i� optional I$88 Drop in optional Wednesdays / 12 Punch card 2:15-2:45 PM Tai Chi 8:30-9:30 am Adult $1/ $1 Ages 4.5-6 ' � � $100/$140 Fencing 10:00 am - Noon I 14 + 1 class -$20 orop In /1 Gass $22 orop in 4 classes - $72 / 4 classes - $80 8 cia�ses -$135 / 8 classes -�150 Tap Dancers 12 classes -$198 / 12 classes -$220 10 weeks - Begins ir August Children's Tennis 8:00-9:00 am 11-14 6 weeks $80 / 6 weeks $90 Thursdays Children's Tennis 9:00-10:00 am 6-10 years 6 weeks $80 / 6 weeks $90 10:00-11:00 AM Ages 16 to adults $100/$120 Great Mennories �ronn Sunnmer Cam ! p � t t � �.{ � �r'�� F. � - � .. . . •�, ' -. _ 4 � ' � f � . . ; ` .. . r , s:� ^ �� . .,, .° :LO' � . f , � ► , �� `: ` `.. � N 'L� . ... ��. i �� - � g Y s �: � , . a -� � " �Y r � � + I V � 'T : * k ° �� '70F � .. :,u � '�'��. iu' � J y � � � � y �� ; � � �, � � . . . '�:� � � �"� . _ y. ��;�` �,_._.�-�.,...-_ � � _ � _ r t �1 �' ..._ - - � The Village of Tequesta �' i �. �- t^"t��"A •"- Summer Camp would like + '� ' /� � i � � � - to thank Dr. 7ohn Miller, �� ° £ D.D.S.. P.A. for �; ik�. ,: -- �. � � �"`�� k. sponsoring all our pizza '' � 4, �f'�a� � ,� � parties this summer. �, � The campers enjoycd n' ` , ' a {� , � every bite! �,�,,.�°� , 'ti i