Page 15 - Boca Club News - February '23

Boca Club News, Page 15
From the Desk of County Commissioner

Marci Woodward: A Message from Marci

Commissioner Woodward, a 20-year please introduce yourself! It would be my pleasure to meet As an enterprise agency, SWA generates revenue from
resident of Boca Raton, was elected you, and don’t forget to follow us on social media! user fees, waste tipping fees, energy sales, recovered
in November 2022 as Palm Beach As always, I am here to assist, so feel free to email me materials sales, biosolids processing facility fees, and other
County District 4 Commissioner. at mwoodward@pbcgov.org or call (561) 355-2204. Also, sources.
She serves on the following board please follow me on social media for regular updates and Located in West Palm Beach, the authority’s facilities
of directors as a representative happenings in Palm Beach County. process more than two million tons of residential and
of the county commission: Palm Palmetto Park Bridge Update. On January 3rd, I held commercial garbage a year. That’s all the trash countywide,
Beach Transportation Planning an onsite meeting at the Palmetto Park Bridge to discuss including recyclables, hazardous materials, and bulk and
Agency; South Florida Regional the construction project with the county engineers and the yard waste. I recently toured the facilities, including the
Transportation Authority (TriRail); Treasure Coast Regional contractor (Ranger Construction). Renewable Energy Facility 2 that is considered the most
Planning Council; CareerSource Palm Beach County; Palm We discussed a number of complaints received from advanced and cleanest waste-to-energy power plant in North
Beach Cultural Council, and Value Adjustment Board. Ms. residents concerning the site that have been corrected. America. It processes 3,000 tons of garbage daily.
Woodward graduated from the University of South Carolina- We also discussed other concerns including delays on the Not only is it reducing waste, but it also generates
Aiken with a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts. completion of the project that is now scheduled for late nearly 100 megawatts of electricity sold to Florida Power
I am pleased to report that the end of 2022 included a summer. Below is a recent update from the Engineering and Light, enough to power an estimated 40,000 homes
wonderful mix of holiday fun and long workdays, and the and Public Works Department on the project. and businesses. That is enough electricity to power nearly
new year is off to a fantastic start. The maintenance of the traffic plan to allow traffic to all the homes in Boca Raton! Moreover, it’s clean energy.
In the next few months, there is a lot happening in Palm switch onto the newly constructed portion of Palmetto Park The Environmental Protection Agency considers waste-
Beach County and in District 4. In March, we will have a Road was approved by Palm Beach County staff on January to-energy one of the cleanest, most reliable and renewable
workshop to discuss the Agricultural (Ag) Reserve. 18th. A sign has been placed near the bridge to alert drivers sources. For example:
Consequently, I recently toured the reserve with several of the upcoming shift in traffic that took place on January • Air pollution control technologies make it virtually
staff members to learn more about the area. It was a beautiful 29th. Nearby residents along the project were notified impossible to detect any smell or visible smoke when the
day, and I came home with a bag of fresh veggies from through a door hanger at their residence or building. garbage is being burned.
Bedner’s Farm Fresh Market. I plan to continue to meet Contractors worked at the intersection of Palmetto Park • Ash generated by burning takes up much less room
with community members in preparation of this workshop. Road and the church/school entrance to grade out that than garbage, resulting in a 90% reduction in landfill use.
Lastly, I would like to extend my congratulations to intersection, and pavement markings were placed for traffic • Ash management systems recover over 40,000 tons of
former Commissioner Dave Kerner on his appointment control. I live nearby and recognize the impact this project recycled, sellable steel, aluminum, copper, and other metals
by Governor DeSantis as executive director of the Florida is having on residents and businesses and will continue to from ash.
Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. monitor it closely and provide updates. • A water conservation and recycling system with a
I would also like to congratulate our newest Let’s Talk Trash. As your county commissioner, I also unique rainwater collection system provides processed
Commissioner, Michael Barnett, who was appointed by serve on the Board of Directors of the Solid Waste Authority water to operate the facility.
the governor to fill the vacancy in District 3. I wish them (SWA). SWA is a dependent special taxing district governed SWA offers group and/or individual tours of the facility,
the best in their new roles. If you see me out and about, by the seven elected Palm Beach County Commissioners. providing an opportunity to observe the intricate procedure
of processing the county’s garbage. For more information,
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Local Government 101. As your county commissioner,
Smart technologies for indoor air comfort, health and energy efficiency. I also serve on the following boards:
Licensed Florida State Certi ed Air Conditioning Contractor License #CAC1817554 The Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency
focuses on transportation planning and programming goals
in Palm Beach County within the guidelines of federal, state
and local laws and rules.
Everyone deserves a doctor who they plans, develops, operates, maintains and manages a public

The South Florida Regional Transportation Authority
trust and like. One who listens and transit system to provide efficient transportation of people
and goods via railroad, buses and motor vehicles in the
takes their time to answer questions tri-county area of Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade
counties.
and address concerns. A doctor who is leadership, advocacy and coordination between local
The Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council provides
available when you need them most. governments, state and federal agencies, and the private
sector to preserve and enhance the quality of the Treasure
Coast’s economic, natural, built and social environment.
The Value Adjustment Board conducts hearings and
I provide proactive, preventive, wellness & sick care to issues decisions regarding appeals of real property and
adult patients at my concierge medical practice. tangible property tax assessments, property tax exemption
and classification denials, and portability and tax deferral
determinations.
The Palm Beach Cultural Council supports arts and
To discuss your health needs, and my care model, you culture in Palm Beach County and provides services to
are invited to a complimentary meet and greet with cultural organizations and creative professionals, including
me - by video, phone or, when the pandemic permits, funding, education and marketing opportunities.
CareerSource Palm Beach County helps area businesses
in-person at my practice. to stay competitive through training grants and talent
acquisition, and job seekers find new jobs through career
Please call 561.368.0191 to schedule your meet and assessments, training and employment assistance.
If you require assistance, please contact our office at
greet with me. I look forward to meeting you. (561) 355-2204 or email Mwoodward@pbcgov.org.

Steven E. Reznick, MD, FACP _
Recognized as a “Best Doc”. Practicing in our community since 1979.
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7280 W. Palmetto Park Road | Suite 205N | Boca Raton | 33433
ww.BocaConciergeDoc.com
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