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Village Hall News
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Village Plans 9/11 World Trade Center Memorial
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Following the 9/11 attacks, Council Member Humpage envisioned a public safety memorial on the grounds of Village Green to remember the 9/11 victims and our own local public safety officers. With a vision in mind, the "Tequesta Friends of Public Safety" was quickly formed and fund rasing began with annual gold tournaments. Following years of dedicated work, numerous golf ball drops and hundreds of door prize giveaways, the public safety memorial became reality on March 8, 2010.
To further commemorate the victims of one of the most tragic days in US history, two steel beams from the World Trade Center site are scheduled to be placed on the memorial during the upcoming 9/11 memorial event. A schedule of events will be posted to the Village's website. Please check back.
Click here to read the article in the 7/15/10 edition of the Palm Beach Post Neighborhood Post.
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6/16/10
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IAFF Union and Village Work Together During the Tough Economic Times
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As our community experiences firsthand the financial sting of one of the worst economic hardships to have hit our nation, Village residents can rest assured knowing their Council and firefighters understand that times are tough. During the last regular meeting, Council and the local International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) union quickly reached a timely 3-year labor agreement. The contract represents a collaborative effort between the two parties who worked exceptionally well together. The advances made will ensure the best interests of our citizens are met, especially during these difficult economic times. These changes represent a realistic approach to solving the issues most affecting our Village. Ms. Reid, Human Resources Director and negotiation team member stated the approved contract was a win / win for the Village, its employees and residents. She complimented the union for being open to suggestions and helping provide solutions to the economic issues.
The collective bargaining efforts of both the union and Village were conducted in the spirit of shared respect for the betterment of our great community.
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6/1/10
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Village of Tequesta Receives Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
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The Village of Tequesta has been bestowed the impressive Distinguished Budget Presentation Award by the Government Finance Officers Association. This award is the highest form of recognition offered in governmental budgeting. Its attainment represents a significant achievement by the Village of Tequesta. Village Council and staff have been pursuing the prestigious award for approximately six (6) years, which is awarded to a small select group of applicants. In order to receive the award, a governmental unit must publish a budget document that meets program criteria: as a policy document, as a financial plan, as an operations guide, and the budget as a communications device.
Award recipients must show evidence of sound financial management and that a practical method is in place for continually improving the budget document. The award submittal included responses highlighting the issues facing Tequesta in developing the budget, described actions that will be taken to address the issues, and how the priorities for the budget year differ from the priorities of the current year. Additionally, best practice principles and sub-elements were included where budget documents must be rated “proficient” in all four categories, and the fourteen mandatory criteria within those categories, to receive the award. Award recipients have pioneered efforts to improve the quality of budgeting and provide an excellent example for other governments throughout North America.
The presentation of this highly sought after award is a testament to the Mayor and Council’s continued sound leadership and financial accountability. Mayor Watkins commented, “I know this award is extremely difficult to achieve and exemplifies the superior standards that we set for ourselves and this community.”
For more information, please contact JoAnn Forsythe, Director of Finance at 561-768-0424.
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