Michael Hensley

This annual report details Palm Beach County Fire Rescue's operations and services within the Town of Lake Park for Fiscal Year 2025. It outlines the department's commitment to public safety through excellence in emergency services, including advanced medical care, specialized rescue operations, and robust community risk reduction programs. Key areas of focus include innovation in life-saving techniques, comprehensive personnel training and wellness, and strategic initiatives to enhance operational readiness and community engagement.

The meeting agenda included the approval of the August 2, 2022 Centennial Celebration Committee Meeting Minutes. New business items focused extensively on the Centennial Celebration, including selection of event dates, discussion of the sponsor list, review of commemorative keepsake options, updates on the logo and commemorative book, and scheduling an additional committee meeting date.

The meeting addressed several key new business items concerning the upcoming Centennial Celebration. Discussions included reviewing the Town of Lake Park Budget and Purchasing Policy, specifically in relation to the proposed $200,000.00 budget for the celebration events, and establishing the framework for purchasing decisions. The committee also reviewed and sought feedback on the Proposed Centennial Celebration Sponsorship Levels, ranging from Title Sponsor ($20,000.00+) down to Community Sponsor ($100.00). Finally, the committee gathered input on desired elements for the Centennial Celebration Logo, such as the Clock Tower, Town Hall, and specific fonts and colors, to guide the graphic artist's initial designs. The agenda also noted the approval of the June 7, 2022, meeting minutes.

The Tree Board meeting agenda included calling the meeting to order, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the appointment of a Chair and Vice-Chair. New Business items slated for discussion were the review and discussion of Tree Board Ordinances from other municipalities, review of the Town of Lake Park Preferred Plant List, and a timeline discussion for task completion. The agenda also allocated time for public comment and board member comments.

The agenda for the Centennial Celebration Committee meeting included several new business items related to the town's centennial. Key discussions involved the selection of the official Centennial Celebration Logo from three design options provided by Strategic Marketing, discussion regarding the list of potential sponsors for the celebration, review and feedback on band options for the Centennial Celebration Kickoff Concert, and planning for a presentation on the Centennial Celebration Budget to the Town Commission in November. The committee also reviewed the overall schedule and budget breakdown for numerous planned centennial events spanning from January to November 2023, including the Kickoff Concert, Historical Homes Tour, Battle of the Badges, Gala, and final Festival.