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Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s Office

Dear Taxpayer: but rather an estimate of your taxes based on the proposed The VAB is administered by Palm Beach County’s Clerk
Happy autumn! tax rates, your property value and exemptions. of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, which is independent
By now, all property The next stage in the tax roll process is the petition of the Property Appraiser’s Office. The Board is made
owners in Palm Beach filing period. Property owners have the option to appeal up of five individuals: two from the county’s board of
County have received their property’s assessment or denial of portability commissioners, one from the county’s school board, and two
their 2022 Notice of before the county’s Value Adjustment Board (VAB), citizen members. They approve and use special magistrates
Proposed Property Taxes which is administered by the Clerk of the Circuit Court who are experienced in property appraisal techniques or
and Assessments from my & Comptroller. Florida law sets the value petition filing legal matters to conduct hearings and recommend decisions
office. You can always period, which begins when the notices are mailed and to the VAB for final approval. Special magistrates will
access this information by ends 25 days later. This year’s deadline to file a petition review property valuation, denials of portability, deferrals,
searching your property at is Sept. 12. and change of ownership or control determinations. All final
PBCGOV.org/PAPA, and This month’s newsletter examines the VAB process. rulings are determined by the VAB.
then selecting “2022 Proposed Notice” at the top of your I hope you will find this information helpful. Filing A Petition
Property Detail page. Respectfully, Florida law sets the deadlines for filing a petition on
The Notice of Proposed Property Taxes is not a bill, Dorothy Jacks, CFA, AAS, or before the 25th day following the mailing of the notice
Palm Beach County Property Appraiser from our office. This year’s deadline is Sept. 12. These
deadlines do not change, even if you choose to discuss
Professional The Value Adjustment Board the issue with our office. The VAB may charge $15 or
more for filing a petition.
PDF petition forms are available on our website or
Firefighters Process online petition filing is available through the Clerk of

If you feel that the market value of your property is
the Circuit Court & Comptroller.
Once a petition is filed, you will receive a notice
Of Palm Beach inaccurate or does not reflect fair market value as of Jan. with the date, time, and location of your hearing at least
1, or you are entitled to an exemption or classification that
25 days before your hearing date. You can reschedule
is not reflected on the 2022 Notice of Proposed Property
County Taxes, contact our office for an informal review. Call us at your hearing once for good cause. If your hearing is
(561) 355-3230 and we will connect you with an appraiser
rescheduled, the clerk will send notice at least 15 days
or exemption specialist to discuss your concerns. If we
before the rescheduled hearing.
are unable to resolve the matter, you have the right to Fifteen days prior to the scheduled petition hearing,
Sept. 11 marks 21 years since the attack on the file a petition for adjustment with the Value Adjustment you are required to provide a list and summary of
World Trade Center in New York City. Board (VAB). evidence that you will present at the hearing. You
It was the largest loss of civilian life in a single can submit your evidence
event on U.S. soil, and it was the largest loss of life electronically through the
for the fire and police services from a single incident. Clerk of the Circuit Court
There were 343 firefighters and 60 police officers & Comptroller. Seven days
killed while trying to save thousands of people from before the VAB hearing, our
the towers. You may often notice “343” incorporated office is required to provide
into fire department insignias and logos, and that is you with a list and summary
where the significance of that number comes from. of evidence, which will be
Whether you go to a Sept. 11 Remembrance presented at the hearing.
Ceremony, or just take time to reflect, remember the
nearly 3,000 civilians lost, and the sacrifices made by Palm Beach County
the first responders who were trying to save as many Property Appraiser’s Office
as they could before losing their own lives. on page 9
We also need to show our gratitude to those first
responders who did survive, and remember their
contributions to the rescue and recovery efforts. Maltz Jupiter Theatre from page 1 the heights of stardom. Next will be A Funny Thing Happened
Something to think about also: All children in on the Way to the Forum (Nov. 29 to Dec. 18), which tells the
elementary, middle and high schools, and many college to the brand-new Maltz Jupiter Theatre stage to perform the song story of an ancient Roman slave named Pseudolus who wants
graduates, were born since Sept. 11, 2001. That is a and dance combination for consideration. After each participant his freedom, and his master that wants a girlfriend.
day that adults of a certain age will remember forever, had auditioned, the casting professionals determined which The first show of 2023 will be Sweet Charity (Jan. 10 to
and will remember precisely where they were and what children have earned a spot in one of the upcoming Broadway 29, 2023), which follows the story of Charity Hope Valentine,
they were doing when news broke of the planes flying hits being performed this season and the opportunity to work with a dance hall hostess in search of her true love. This fabulous
into the World Trade Center. Tony Award -nominated director and choreographer, Marcia high-energy, dance-filled, comedic musical from creative
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We have been very fortunate so far this hurricane Milgram Dodge, and two-time Tony Award-nominated director genius Neil Simon, is sure to keep audiences tapping their
season, but remember that the peak of hurricane and choreographer, Denis Jones. feet and giggling in their seats. Taking place after that is Good
season is September, with most hurricanes forming “This was intended to be a fun and memorable event for kids People (Feb. 12 to 26), the Tony Award-nominated dramatic
in September and October. as they explore the world of performing arts,” said Maltz Jupiter comedy that captures working class American struggles and
Please stay vigilant and have a plan in place, so that Theatre Company Manager, Eloisa Ferrer. “It was an opportunity hopes, with dynamic characters and the right balance of hard
you and your family are prepared should a hurricane to learn from some of the best directors and choreographers in the truths and charming wit. To close out the first full season in
impact our area. business in a stress-free environment, where they can experience the new theatre, patrons will enjoy Oliver! (March 14 to April
Steen Eriksson, the thrill of performing on stage.” 2). Based on the Charles Dickens classic novel, Lionel Bart’s
Professional Firefighters and Paramedics Each audition room had multiple adults present throughout Oliver! is a Tony and Olivier Award -winning musical about
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of Palm Beach County, the day to support the children. Students selected to perform in one boy’s search for family.
IAFF Local 2928, the season productions have to be available for rehearsals leading Single show ticket prices start at $68 for mezzanine seating,
HOAN@iaff2928.com up to the shows and be present for each performance during its with flexible performance schedule options available.
run. More information and participant registration is available For more information about the theatre’s upcoming shows
at www.jupitertheatre.org/fsts. and ticket options, visit www.jupitertheatre.org or call the box
NEED A/C? We’ve Got You Covered! office at (561) 575-2223. For more information on bringing
Broadway Hits Are Back – your group to the theatre or to book the Green Room for your
next business function, contact our sales manager at (561)
Single Tickets On Sale! 972-6117.
About The Maltz Jupiter Theatre
The not-for-profit Maltz Jupiter Theatre has become one
“WE SHOW in the much-anticipated 2022/23 season are on sale. With a brand- of Florida’s preeminent professional theatres, committed to
The wait is finally over! Tickets for single shows and musicals
UP!” new, state-of-the-art facility and some of the most entertaining, production and education through its collaborations with
local and national artists. Currently the state’s largest award-
reimagined Broadway hits to grace the Maltz Jupiter Theatre’s
stage, each show promises an extraordinary experience for winning regional theatre, the theatre draws 100,000 people
theatre lovers and those looking for a fun night out. annually, serves a subscription base of more than 8,000 and
“Patrons have various purchasing options at the Maltz has world-class classroom facilities in support of its Goldner
Jupiter Theatre as we offer single show tickets to see one Conservatory, which serves hundreds of youth and adults.
performance, and subscriptions to see every show during a Recently having completed a stunning $36 million renovation,
season,” mentioned Kato. “We are so excited to open single the theatre now boasts state-of-the-art professional facilities
show ticketing options to the public, as many people will be that support the talented artists who create Broadway-
experiencing our organization for the first time. However, since quality productions on stage. The theatre is a member of
we have been closed for over two years, some truly fantastic the prestigious League of Resident Theatres and has earned
seating options for subscribers have opened up at discounted numerous Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s highest honor for
Call Today for a FREE estimate! prices, so there really has never been a better time to enjoy artistic excellence, including the prestigious Bill Von Maurer
561.575.2173 every exciting show we have in store this season!” Award for Theatrical Excellence. For more information about
231 Jupiter St., Jupiter, FL The 2022/23 season will open with Jersey Boys (Oct. 25 to the theatre’s upcoming shows and activities at the Goldner
www.MiklosAir.com Nov. 13), which takes theatergoers behind the music as Frankie Conservatory, visit www.jupitertheatre.org or call the box
Valli and The Four Seasons make it out of New Jersey and into office at (561) 575-2223.