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PUBLIC MEETING SCHEDULE
VILLAGE COUNCIL
Village Council2nd & 4th Thursday, 7:30 p.m.
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Code Enforcement Board.................................................1st Monday, on call, 6:30 p.m.
Edward M. Eissey, Ph.D., Mayor
Construction Board of Adjustment & Appeal........................................................on call
William Manuel, Vice Mayor
Country Club Advisory Board ....................................2nd Monday, monthly, 7:00 p.m.
David B. Norris, President Pro Tem
Library Advisory Board................................................4th Tuesday, monthly, 7:30 p.m.
Darryl C. Aubrey, Sc. D., Councilman
Planning Commission...................................................1st Tuesday, monthly, 6:30 p.m.
T. R. Hernacki, P.E., Councilman
Recreation Advisory Board..........................................2nd Tuesday, monthly, 7:30 p.m.
Village Council members may be
Waterways Board..................................next to last Tuesday, in odd months, 4:00 p.m.
contacted through the office of the
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Zoning Board of Adjustmenton call
Village Clerk at 841-3355 or by email at
All meetings are held at the Village Hall, 501 U. S. Highway One
npbclerk@village-npb.org
Village Council agendas, and minutes of Village Council meetings, are available on the
VILLAGE DEPARTMENTS
Village’s web site (http://www.village-npb.org). Agendas are posted the Monday prior to
the Council meeting, and are also available at Village Hall or at the meeting.
Village Manager 841-3380
UPCOMING EVENTS
Village Clerk 841-3355
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Finance 841-3360
Community Develop. 841-3365
Public Works 691-3440
Recreation 841-3388
Anchorage Park 841-3386
Community Center 841-3389
Osborne Park 841-3387
Library 841-3383
Public Safety:
Public Safety Fair - Fire Prevention Week, Saturday, October 6, 2007
Non Emergency 848-2525
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Tours of the Fire Station and equipment, safety
Emergency 911
related demonstrations and handing out prizes.
- see page 6
Country Club 841-3359
Administration 691-3420
Annual Halloween Haunted House at the Country Club
Golf Shop 691-3433
on Tuesday, October 30, 2007 between 4:00-8:00 PM -
Pool 691-3427
see page 7
Tennis 626-6515
Halloween Costume Party at Country Club Village
Green Restaurant Wednesday, October 31st 7:00 PM until
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VILLAGE COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN
Resolution 2007-75
Adopting tentative millage rate of 6.1981 mils for Fiscal Year 2007-2008; and establishing a date and time for the 1st Public Hearing
Resolution 2007-76
Authorizing Village Administration to seek membership in the Palm Beach County Library Cooperative Membership
Resolution 2007-77
Application for $400,000 appropriated by the 2007 Florida Legislature for Phase One of the Anchorage Park Master Plan
Resolution 2007-78
Certifies that funds received from the Urban Area Security Initiative Grant in the amount of $8,000.00 shall be used to provide
Weapons of Mass Destruction Training to Village of North Palm Beach Public Safety Department personnel
Resolution 2007-79
Approving an Interlocal Agreement with Palm Beach County in relation to the removal of non-native vegetation (Australian Pines)
within Lakeside Park
Resolution 2007-80
Approving and accepting Phase One of the U.S. Highway One Corridor Study prepared by Land Research Management and termi-
nating the zoning in progress related to rezoning requests along the corridor
Resolution 2007-81
Approving Palm Beach County’s requests for a Change Order to the contract with Delray Garden Center, Inc. to provide additional
landscaping improvements for the Prosperity Farms Road Beautification Project
Resolution 2007-82
Approves a new lease agreement with Peas and Carrots Catering, Inc. to provide food and beverage operations at the Country Club
Resolution 2007-83
Amends Phase 2 of the U.S. Highway 1 Corridor Planning Study Agreement with Land Research Management to change the scope
of services
Resolution 2007-84
Approves a Master Purchase and Maintenance Agreement with Shared Technologies for a new Village-wide telephone system
Resolution 2007-85
Authorizes application for a State Aid to Libraries Grant and execution of the Grant Agreement
VILLAGE CLERK NEWS
HVAC CONTRACTOR NEEDED FOR CONSTRUCTION BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT & APPEALS
: A volunteer is
needed for one vacancy on the Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals. This position must be filled by an HVAC Contrac-
tor. Applicants are not required to be residents of the Village. The Construction Board of Adjustment & Appeals meets on call, as
needed, to consider variances of the technical codes and to hear appeals of decisions and interpretations of the building official.
VOLUNTEER NEEDED FOR ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT:
A volunteer is needed for one vacancy on the Zoning
Board of Adjustment. The Zoning Board of Adjustment meets on call, as needed, to consider variances from zoning ordinances or
regulations. Applicants are required to be residents of the Village.
VOLUNTEER NEEDED – ASSOCIATE VILLAGE HISTORIAN:
A volunteer is needed to assist the Village Historian with
the collection, filing, cataloging, and display of historical artifacts and records. Applicants are required to be residents of the Vil-
lage.
VOLUNTEER NEEDED FOR WATERWAYS BOARD
: A volunteer is needed for one vacancy on the Waterways Board. The
term for this appointment is from 11/18/07 to 4/30/10. Applicants must be Village residents. The Waterways Board meets at 4:00
PM on the next to last Tuesdays in odd numbered months, in the Conference Room at Village Hall.
Applications are available from the Village Clerk’s office in the Village Hall, 501 U.S. Highway 1, by calling 841-3355, or from the
website: www.village-npb.org
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ANNUAL NIGHTY NIGHT
LIBRARY NEWS 841-3383
HALLOWEEN PROGRAM
303 Anchorage Drive
North Palm Beach, Florida 33408 Ages 4 through 10, be sure to wear your Halloween
costume when you attend our special Halloween event on
Thursday, October 25th, at 6 p.m. There will be howls of
FLORIDA MYSTERY AUTHORS’ SERIES
laughter - you’ll scream for more! Call us for reservations,
AT NORTH PALM BEACH LIBRARY
seating may be limited and don’t be too afraid. Ooooo.
Three Florida mystery authors will be at the North Palm Beach
CHILDREN’S BOOKS & VIDEO SALE
Library this fall. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity. All pro-
Drop by the Children’s Library for a look at a wonderful vari-
grams will begin at 7:30 in the Obert Meeting Room.
ety of books and videos, on sale now, at very reasonable
OCTOBER 10, 2007
prices. This is a great opportunity to enhance your child’s pri-
vate collection and they are great gift ideas!
T. J. MacGregor:
an Edgar award winner for her book, Out of
Sight, will begin our series. Her new book, Kill Time, will be
Village Manager’s Message 841-3380
published in early October and available for purchase at the pro-
Jimmy Knight, Village Manager
gram. Some of her other books include: Mistress of the Bones,
jknight@village-npb.org
Hanged Man, Black Water, Category Five, and Cold as Death.
Dear Resident:
OCTOBER 24, 2007
October begins the Village’s new fiscal year . . . and time to
Anthony Gagliano
: a new author from Miami, worked as a house
reflect on past years accomplishments and “look ahead” to
detective at the St. Moritz in Manhattan before getting his Masters
plans being outlined for our Village. The Village has again
in creative writing from Florida International University. His
taken steps to reduce property tax rates - lowering them from
book, Straits of Fortune, was published in May.
6.100 mils
6.3 mils to in the coming year.
NOVEMBER 14, 2007
Some of this past years accomplishments are the following:
Christine Kling:
a Fort Lauderdale author and sailboat owner
Landscaping and paving of the Village Hall parking lot.
writes in the style of John D. MacDonald. Her current book,
Continuation of our Village neighborhood street overlay
Wrecker’s Key, was published this year. Her other books include:
and sidewalk repair program.
Cross Current, Bitter End, and Surface Tension.
Demolition and removal of the abandoned Wastewater
Plant at Anchorage Park.
GENEALOGY CLUB MEETING
Opening of our new “Nicklaus Signature” golf course.
The TreeSearchers Genealogy Club will hold their October meet-
Refurbishment of a Village bridge on Monet Road.
th
ing on Tuesday, October 16, at 7:00 p.m. in the Obert Meeting
Continued commitment to public safety improvements
Room. Everyone is invited to attend this very informative meet-
through addition of one police officer and one fire inspec-
ing on genealogy research. If you have any questions, please call
tor.
Sue at 841-3383.
Provide reasonable funding for cost increases in insur-
CHILDRENS DEPARTMENT
ance, fuel & utilities, and staff compensation.
STORY HOURS
Continued high levels of customer service and resident
information.
Ages 4 & 5 meet on Mondays, ages 6 through 8 on Tuesdays,
both are drop-offs beginning at 3:30 p.m. Ages 2 & 3 will meet
This years highlights include the following:
with a parent on Wednesdays at 10:15 a.m. Enjoy stories, pup-
Continued funding for community infrastructure of Vil-
pets, music, movement, movies, crafts and a new theme each
lage neighborhood street overlay, neighborhood sidewalks
week.
& lighting, public buildings and park facilities.
Anchorage Park improvements through our “master plan”
KIDS EXPRESS
Refurbishment of Osborne Park building.
th
On Thursday, October 11, at 4 p.m., ages 9 through 12 will meet
Addition of one new Crime Analyst position (reduction of
for library games and lots of laughs. Bring along a friend, it’s al-
Communication Dispatcher resulting in no additional
ways lots of fun!
cost).
GAME DAY
As always, staff is committed to bring the most professional
th
On Thursday, October 18 from 3:00-4:00 p.m., ages 6 through
and responsive service to the residents of the Village and look
10 will enjoy our board games or bring your own. It is lots of fun!
forward to a continuation of those many partnerships that were
You may want to bring along a partner, and there’s always time
forged this past year. I applaud and thank all of you that have
for Twister.
chosen to become involved with the many committees and
projects here in the Village and encourage those that have a
TODDLER TIME
desire to assist to contact my office. It is through these part-
th
On Saturday, October 20, at 10:15 a.m., toddler’s, birth to 23
nerships that we find success and build a better community
months, will enjoy music, movement, cuddles, color and lots
“THE BEST PLACE TO LIVE UNDER THE SUN”.
more. It’s an interactive program specially designed for toddlers
as an introduction to the library and books.
Have a Safe and Fun Halloween!
Jimmy Knight, Village Manager
POOL 691-3427
Country Club691-3420
951 US Highway #1
North Palm Beach, Florida 33408
OCTOBER POOL HOURS
(Administration Office 561-691-3420)
CLOSED MONDAY
The North Palm Beach Country Club is open to the public. We
Tuesday - Friday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
welcome and encourage everyone to stop by and check out all of
Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
our amenities. We are a complete recreation facility offering daily
Sunday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
fees, so feel free to enjoy a magnificent day of golf, a vigorous
match of tennis, a refreshing dip in our Olympic size pool or an
Admission: $3/child, $5/adult
exquisite dining experience. We offer golf and tennis discounts to
our Village residents with a valid resident card. To purchase your
Diving Boards
resident card, stop by the Administration office. Proof of residency
Saturday 12:00 to 4:00 PM
(deed, tax bill, or 12 month lease agreement and photo identifica-
Sunday 1:30 to 4:00 PM
tion) is required at time of issuance.
Water Aerobics
GOLF 691-3433
Tuesday and Thursday 10:15 to 11:15 PM
NPB Swim Team
As golfers, we are all enthralled with the “long ball”
Monday - Friday 3:30 - 7:00 PM
or driving the ball as far as we can. Wouldn’t it be
Ages 9 and up
nice to drive it long and straight on a consistent ba-
sis? After all, we only have two real problems when
Masters Swimming
driving our golf ball, and those are distance and di-
This is for adults 18 and over, no experience required. Prac-
rection! Distance comes from clubhead speed, how
tices are offered 5 times a week.
fast we can make our clubhead swing and center face
hits. Where does the ball hit on the clubface? On
the toe, the heel, or in the middle of the clubface. The direction
TENNIS 626-6515
the ball goes relates to the direction the club swings into the back
of the ball. Does the club approach the ball from inside the target
line, outside the target line, or straight down the target line? Last is
clubface position. Is the clubface square, open or closed in rela-
tionship to the target line when the clubface strikes the back of the
CHECK OUT OUR JUNIOR AND
ball? When we can get the clubhead swinging at maximum speed
ADULT PROGRAMS!
and hit the ball on the center of the clubface, we can create our
“long ball”. Two things we can work on to help us with these is-
JUNIOR TENNIS
sues are as follows: the driver is the lightest club in your bag, so it
requires the lightest grip. Practice holding the club softer or lighter
Tiny Tots & Future Stars (4-9)
in yours hands and maintain the “softer” grip throughout the swing.
Secondly go to the practice range and hit drivers with a full swing Tuesday/Thursday 3:30 PM-5:00 PM
at half speed. This will help us learn to control the club head and
Grand Slam & Challengers (10-18)
make better center face contact. We all want our ball to go further.
Monday/Wednesday 3:30 PM-5:00 PM
Hopefully this will help!
Until next time, remember to swing easy in the breezy!
JUNIOR TENNIS TOURNAMENTS
Mike Gray, Head Golf Professional
1st Saturday of each month 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Pizza Mixers call for dates and times
DRIVING RANGE
ADULT TENNIS
HOURS OF OPERATION
*Monthly Themed Mixer
Monday - 9:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
(Check Pro-Shop for Times and Dates)
Tuesday - Sunday - 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Beginner’s/Intermediate Weekend Drill
Saturday 9:30 –11:00 AM
LIGHTS OUT AT 9:00 PM
Beginner/Intermediate Drill
Interested in learning the game of golf or improving the one that
Friday 9:30 - 11:00 AM
you have? Call our golf professional at 691-3433.
GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE AVAILABLE
IN THE GOLF PRO SHOP
PUBLIC SAFETY 848-2525
Parents should inspect all treats prior to children consum-
ing them and dispose of anything that seems to have been
560 U. S. Highway One
tampered with, has been opened, or is not wrapped.
North Palm Beach, FL 33408
A great alternative to “Trick or Treating” is for parents to
A MESSAGE FROM YOUR
organize parties at home, in schools, at a shopping mall,
PUBLIC SAFETY DIRECTOR
community center or places of worship. Check your local
newspapers for information on special events.
National Night Out
If you missed the against crime event, you
The North Palm Beach Department of Public Safety hopes
missed a great time. Your Public Safety Department had a won-
that each of you have a Safe and Happy Halloween.
th
derful time on August 7 as we traveled through the Village,
If you have any questions regarding Halloween Safety, contact
visiting the many block parties that were being held. We made
Officer Williams 841-3300.
some new friends, enjoyed great cooking, and once again were
reminded why North Palm Beach is such a great place to live and
A MESSAGE FROM YOUR
work — it’s the people. Thank you to all of the block captains
FIRE DEPARTMENT
that organized your parties and to all the people that came out to
support this event. Remember, the best crime prevention tool is
PUBLIC SAFETY FAIR,
Neighbors watching out for neighbors.
you!
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2007
A MESSAGE FROM YOUR
From 10:00 am To 3:00 pm
POLICE DEPARTMENT
PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT
560 US HIGHWAY ONE
Halloween Safety Tips
Come join your Public Safety Department as we celebrate Fire
Do not allow a child to go “Trick or Treating” alone. An
Prevention Week. This is a great opportunity for kids and
adult should accompany young children and older children
adults alike to get to know your fire medics and police officers
should take a friend.
and to see what they do to protect the citizens of the Village of
Be certain to accompany young children to the
North Palm Beach. They will be showing off their equipment
door of every house they approach. Do not stay
that they use, giving tours of the station, providing safety re-
in the car.
lated demonstrations, and handing out prizes. Don’t miss this
Make sure that parents are familiar with
great event!
every house and all people from which
October 7-13 is Fire Prevention Week; this commemorates the
the children receive treats.
Great Chicago Fire and is a time for all Americans to become
more aware of fire safety. The theme of Fire Prevention Week
Children should be cautioned that they
“Practice Your Escape Plan”.
SHOULD NEVER this year is
enter any home without
prior permission from their parents.
The National Fire Protection Association tells us in 2005 U.S.
fire departments responded to 1.6 million fires and 24% of these
NEVER
Children should be cautioned to approach any ve-
were home fires. Home fires killed 3,030 people that year -
hicle, occupied or not, unless they are accompanied by a
roughly 8 people per day - yet only 23% of households have
parent.
developed and practiced a home escape plan.
Make sure that all children carry a flashlight and/or wear
Your Village Fire Rescue wants to assist you in keeping your
reflective clothing. (Reflective tape and striping can be
family safe and here are a few things we recommend.
added to a costume or Trick or Treat bag for increased visi-
bility.) Make sure all your smoke detectors are working. Have at
least one on each floor and one outside each sleeping area.
When using facial masks, make sure that children can see
Adding one inside each bedroom will greatly improve your
properly. Remember to remove the mask prior to crossing a
safety.
street, driveway or alley.
Keep your bedroom doors closed while sleeping. A closed
All costumes and masks should be flame resistant.
door can keep smoke and fire out giving you extra time to
NEVER make your escape.
Children should be warned to approach any house
that is not well lit and does not have a porch or “outside”
Make a home escape plan providing two ways out of every
light on.
room. The plan should include a place for everyone to
meet; outside and away from the home.
Children should be cautioned to remember any suspicious
Practice the plan using the sound of your smoke detector to
incidents and report them to their parents and/or the police.
initiate the drill. This will familiarize everyone with the
Children should be cautioned to run away from people who
sound and you can test the sound level in each bedroom
try to trick them with special treats (especially if the person
with the door closed; you may need to add detectors closer
is in a vehicle).
to some rooms.
Children should be instructed to scream and make a scene if
If you have any questions regarding fire safety, please don’t
anyone tries to grab them or force them, in any way, to go hesitate to call your Village Fire Rescue at 882-1141. And we
with them. wish you a fire safe year.
Arts & Crafts Fall Festival
RECREATION DEPARTMENT 841-3388
– It’s right around the
corner! Don’t forget to mark your calendars for the
603 Anchorage Drive
annual Arts & Crafts Fall Festival that will be held
North Palm Beach, FL 33408
at the Community Center, 1200 Prosperity Farms
Saturday,
Road. This year we will be showing on
Swing Dance
–
Everyone is watching “Dancing with the
November 3 from 9:00-4:00.
Crafters from all
Stars”. Take this 4 hour class and you can dance just like they
over South Florida will be displaying their crafts.
do on TV! Well, maybe not just like, but
Booths will be located both indoors and outdoors.
pretty close. Janet Kien will teach you how to
Hope to see you there!
swing dance in 4 nights! Janet also teaches
Salsa and Merengue classes on Thursday eve-
Ghost Run
- The Recreation Department is holding a 5K
nings. Next round of classes begins October
Saturday, October 27th at 7:30 AM
Ghost Run on . The 5
11th - $40 Register now! 841-3386.
kilometer (3.1 mile) course begins and ends at
Anchorage Park on Anchorage Drive in the
Hip Hop Dancing
– So, you think you can dance? Join Qwin-
heart of North Palm Beach. The run takes
cia Wilson, professional dancer and dance instructor as she
you through the beautiful Anchorage and
teaches you how to move your body to fun, contemporary, and
Country Club neighborhoods. This race is for
up-tempo beats! It’s called HipHop and all the kids are doing it!
all ages and prizes will be awarded in each of
Learn how to move like your favorite artists and dancers. Begin-
the following age groups: 19 and under, 20-
ners, intermediate, and advanced are all welcome. For more in-
29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+.
formation, call Qwincia at 670-1700. Fee: $15/class or $40/4wk
You are invited to join in even if you
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don’t run! Pre-registration fee is $20/person and includes a t-
shirt. Applications can be obtained at the Recreation centers or
Beginning Computer Class
- Does your computer have you
on the Recreation pages of www.village-npb.org.
frustrated? We are offering a new class for beginners to the
Basketball League
– For youth 5-16 years of age. If you
computer world! Jerry Alvarez will guide
register for this winter youth basketball program between Octo-
you through computer fundamentals. This
ber 1–26 the discounted rate is $60/resident, $70/non-resident.
class will cover areas such as: ON/OFF,
After October 26, the price returns to $70/resident and $80/non-
login, mouse clicks, internet, browsers,
resident. Each team will have approximately 2 games/week and
setup email, files & folders, routers, anti-
a practice. Games will be played weeknights and Saturdays at
virus, search engines and much more!
the North Palm Beach Community Center. All participants 9
After this class, your computer will be
years + will be drafted onto teams. Coaches are needed. For
much more functional to you. Thursday nights, $50/4wk Next
more details, call Adam at 841-3389, after 4:00
class begins October 11th.
p.m.
Florida Fish & Seafood
– Shelly Kahn teaches how to pre-
Annual Halloween Haunted House
at the
pare, cook and serve many native fish and
Country Club. Kids of all ages are invited to come to the
seafoods such as wahoo, cobia, snapper,
Village Green Restaurant in their costumes and make their
stone crab, Fla. lobster, and more. We
way through the scary haunted house on Tuesday, October 30th
will be working with fresh fish from
between 4:00 and 8:00 pm.
local fish markets. We will learn herbs and
Costume Party
at the Country Club Village Green Restaurant
seasonings that compliment the dish as well as side dishes to
on Wednesday, October 31st from 7:00 PM until Midnight.
accompany the meal. You’ll cook scrumptious meals which
Prizes, raffles and costume contest. For more information call
we'll enjoy at the end of our class. Don’t eat dinner on class
691-3430.
night! Fee: $55/4wk starting Octo-
($30 materials fee due at first class)
ber 9th.
North Palm Idol Contest
- This is your
Island Style Cooking
chance – all you shower singers! The Rec-
- Join Shelly Kahn as we learn about
reation Department is beginning their prepa-
different ingredients, spices, and techniques from islands around
rations for the 2008 Heritage Festival
the world. We'll have guest chefs from popular local restaurants
(March 15) and we have a vacancy in the
demonstrating how to prepare some of the tastiest dishes from
stage lineup. We decided who better to
the islands of the Caribbean, Indonesia, Greece, Italy and Poly-
entertain us than one of our own. We are
nesia. At the end of every class we'll sit down to enjoy a wonder-
th making an Idol Contest out of it so everyone has an equal
ful meal October class begins on the 10. Register now!
chance. If you think you can sing well, start preparing for the
February 23rd North Palm Idol Contest that will be held at the
Ongoing classes – The following are classes that are ongoing and
Community Center. There will be 2 divisions: 17 years & un-
accept students at any time: Country Line Dancing, Jazzercise,
der and over 18 years. Keep your eyes open for further infor-
Yoga, Tai Chi, Fitness Over 50 and Ballroom Dance.
mation in upcoming newsletters or on the Recreation pages of
www.village-npb.org.
CODE OF THE MONTH
A MESSAGE FROM YOUR
POLICE DEPARTMENT
HOLIDAY LIGHTS
Cell Phones for Seniors
When they can go up and when they are required to come down
In case of an accident or emergency, having a 911 cell
Article V. Signs & Outdoor Displays
phone can bring help fast! Don’t throw your used cellu-
Sec. 6-112. Exempt signs.
lar phone away. Instead donate it so that senior citi-
zens in the village can use them during emergencies.
The following signs are exempt from the operation of these
sign regulations, and from the requirement in this Code that a
The North Palm Beach Department of Public Safety collects used
permit be obtained for the erection of permanent signs, pro-
cell phones to provide as a free service to senior citizens. The
vided they are not placed or constructed so as to create a haz-
phones will have only one capability - to call 911 in an emer-
ard of any kind:
gency.
F) Holiday lights and decorations, erected during the appro-
If you would like to donate a cell phone to this program you can
priate holiday season, shall comply with all building and elec-
drop it off at the police department (560 US Highway 1) anytime.
trical codes. Holiday lights and decorations may be erected no
Older phones or phones in need of serious repair will be sold, with
earlier than four (4) weeks prior to the subject holiday with the
the proceeds used to fund various community service needs.
exception of the Christmas/Hanukkah holidays. Christ-
mas/Hanukkah lights and decorations may be erected no ear-If you are interested in obtaining a phone, contact Officer Wil-
lier than October 15th. All holiday lights and decorations must liams at 841-3300 or email at awilliams@village-npb.org
.
be removed within two (2) weeks following the holiday.
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