Page 2 - The Shores of Jupiter - May '22

Page 2, The Shores
Deadline for the June Issue Commissioner’s Update

is May 17

Mail or email to: By Commissioner expansions were passed, and Visit Florida received another
Maria Marino
five-year extension to continue its marketing programs to
Bill Thompson, 18583 Lake Bend Drive draw travelers to Florida destinations.
billthompsonsoj@gmail.com Tourism Hits So, when traffic gets a bit more congested during our
A High Note winter/spring season, remember that tourism helps attract
new business and keeps our small businesses humming.
The Shores of Jupiter When you think about According to the Small Business Administration, small
businesses account for 99.9 percent of all United States
website: the economic vitality of our businesses. Additionally, Longwoods International, a market
community, a key sustaining
research consultant, recently released a survey noting strong
www.theshoresofjupiter.org driver is tourism. Total visitor traveler support for small, locally-owned restaurants and
spending throughout Palm retailers, many of whom are still climbing out from under
Beach County for 2021 was $5.5 billion. The total economic the financial hits they took during the pandemic.
impact by visitors to Palm Beach County for 2021 was a record- Please contact me if you need assistance at (561) 355-
shattering $7.8 billion. Hotel room night revenue was more than 2201, or by email at mmarino@pbcgov.org.
Disclaimer $1 billion, 10 percent higher than 2019. According to Discover
Copy appearing herewith may not be the viewpoint The Palm Beaches, Palm Beach County’s tourism marketing Public Safety Is A
of The Shores Board of Directors or its newsletter editor. agency, more than 8.2 million people visited the county in 2019,
Nor should responsibility be assigned for accuracy or and projections for 2022 predict up to 8.5 million visitors. Multifaceted Service
validity or articles contributed by residents or other Many factors, in addition to the idyllic climate, combine to
articles chosen by the publisher or the editor. make Palm Beach County a major destination. Our extensive, When we hear the term “public safety,” many may assume
award-winning parks system; spectacular beaches, which we that it refers strictly to law enforcement and fire rescue
work hard to maintain and re-nourish together with coastal services. In Palm Beach County, the sheriff’s office and fire
Realtime Property Management dunes; our natural areas system; cultural and community events; rescue are two distinct agencies that are, without question,
of South Florida LLC recreational opportunities; superior accommodations; and easily- essential to the health, safety and welfare of our community.
accessible airport are some of the many reasons travelers choose The county’s Department of Public Safety encompasses
Beth White, RPA, LCAM, President/CEO Palm Beach County. Not surprising, those same amenities have seven divisions providing additional critical services to keep
bwhite@realtimepm.com • (561) 763-0086 drawn numerous business relocations to our area. our community safe, informed and resilient.
9-1-1 Program Services operates and maintains the
One of the major events that continues to draw visitors is
140 Intracoastal Drive, Ste. 403 the Honda Classic, which brings the world’s best PGA tour infrastructure for the county’s 13 9-1-1 Public Safety
Jupiter, FL 33477 players to Palm Beach County. More than a golf tournament, Answering Points, involving over 150 call-handling
the weeklong, volunteer-driven event was held this year workstations. Palm Beach County harnesses the latest
at PGA National Resort & Spa in Palm Beach Gardens technologies to improve response times for law enforcement,
from Feb. 21 to 27 and has a global reach in attracting fire rescue and emergency medical services. The division
The Shores Of Jupiter Homeowners attendees and contributors. The Palm Beach County Sports also conducts education for the public and over 400 9-1-
Association Inc. Commission estimates an economic impact of over $60 1 public safety communicators in the county. The 9-1-1
Board Of Directors, Committee million from the Honda Classic. division collaborated with the school district and law
More than 200,000 people attended the 2022 Honda Classic, enforcement to configure and test the Alyssa’s Law silent
Board Of Directors: which also honored young local golf competitors. Net proceeds panic alarm notification system and secured a grant for the
David Lindley, President ................................. 743-5522 benefit south Florida nonprofit organizations through Honda Florida Highway Patrol to provide next-generation 9-1-1
Art Cummings, Vice President........................ 743-0047 Classic Cares. One such nonprofit is the Nicklaus Children’s services to enhance safety along interstate highways.
Bill Thompson, Secretary ............................... 762-1832 Health Care Foundation, which supports the advancement of Animal Care and Control (AC&C) is the only open
Barry Parker, Treasurer ............................785-320-1745 diagnosis, treatment and prevention of childhood diseases and admission animal welfare organization in the county.
Emily O’Mahoney, Director ........................... 747-9048 disorders, as well as programs and projects aimed at health Providing services to residents, pets, and pet owners since
Andrea Peralta, Director ................................. 748-3463 care and community services. Last year, Honda Classic Cares 1969, AC&C now shelters over 15,000 animals each
Brian Martin, Director .................................... 448-6998 shared more than $5 million with nonprofit organizations and year. The division educates the public on responsible pet
Architectural Control Committee: over $60 million since its inception. ownership; enforces county, state and federal animal laws;
Andrea Paralta, Chair ...................................... 748-3463 As a Class-A member of the Ladies Professional Golf provides shelter and veterinary care for lost, abandoned
Emily O’Mahoney, Vice Chair ........................ 747-9048 Association, I am proud to serve as an ambassador for the or unwanted pets; and reunites pets with owners. They
Brian Martin ................................................... 448-6998 sport and to support local golf programs for at-risk youth. encourage spay and neuter of dogs and cats to reduce pet
Compliance Committee: With more golf courses than any other county in the country, overpopulation and euthanasia, and actively carry out
Art Cummings, Chair ...................................... 743-0047 Palm Beach County continues to draw visitors and new adoption programs to find loving homes for as many pets
Lakes And Parks Committee: residents who can enjoy golf year-round as a lifelong sport. as possible.
David Lindley, Chair ....................................... 743-5522 Fortunately, during the state legislative session
Landscaping And Irrigation Committee: which just ended, no additional tourist development tax Commissioner’s Update on page 3
Emily O’Mahoney, Chair ................................ 747-9048
Crimewatch Committee:
Bill Thompson, Chair ...................................... 762-1832
Welcoming Committee:
Barry Parker, Co-Chair ............................785-320-1745
Kristi Parker, Co-Chair ...................................................
Sylke Lopez
Infrastructure
David Lindley, Chair ....................................... 743-5522
Communications and Newsletter Editor:
Bill Thompson, Chair ...................................... 762-1832
Events & Social Media Committee:
Barry Parker, Co-Chair ............................785-320-1745
Kristi Parker, Co-Chair ...................................................
Francesca Brown
Tracey Lavoll
Sylke Lopez
Anais Maristany-Diaz
Dena Martin
Realtime Property Management of South Florida LLC:
Beth White ...................................................... 763-0086
bwhite@realtimepm.com

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