MORE NEWS FROM THE TOWN

In case you haven't heard, long-time Lantana Town Manager Michael Bornstein has resigned and has been replaced by Deborah Manzo.

In other news from the Town, Sean Scheller was sworn in as Lantana's Chief of Police.

Manzo is a native of West Virginia and has been working in community government since 1985. She has worked in Greenacres and Juno Beach. She holds a bachelor's and a master's degree in Public Administration.

Chief Scheller is an 18-year veteran of law enforcement in the Town. He holds a degree in criminal justice from Florida State University.

He is originally from Clearwater. He moved here in 1995 and went to work as a patrol officer on the Lantana force. Later, he signed on with the detective bureau.

Scheller stresses the importance of the Citizens on Patrol volunteer unit. He is hoping for more COPs. Any Viewstreeters who have the time and the inclination might contact the police department about helping out with the COP.

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... AND ANOTHER THING

The insurance company also required that we paint yellow lines around the drains in the street and the manhole covers.

Apparently, this is to be a warning to strollers who then will not fall down and won't sue somebody. Or something like that.

Anyway, we have done it and we hope the insurance mogols are content. And we hope you like it. At least, a little.

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New Pool Sign

If you have been around the swimming pool since July 4, you may have noticed the new pool sign. The sign including certain safety information was mandated by our insurance company. The Board of Directors voted to comply.

The Board was aware also that the cautionary list needed to be expanded to ensure safety and appropriate behavior in the pool area.

So, on these hot days, the pool is a great place to cool off.

Come on down.


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FAB FOURTH

The Town of Lantana was back in the groove on the Fourth of July with its fabulous fireworks display, and View Streeters were there to see it all from our vantage point on the water's edge.

The fireworks followed our-first-in-a-long-time Fourth of July Party in the Clubhouse. About fifteen members and guests were in attendance. A good time was had by all.

The fireworks were set off at points on the old Lantana Bridge, now under repair, next to Bicentinnel Park.

Attendees brought traditional Fourth food -- like hot dogs -- and not-so-tradtional -- like Ambrosia. It was all superb.

Hats off to the Town and hats off to our party organizers, including Board Members Gena and Gail, and Linda Friend and friends who did a lot of cooking and a lot of good work to make the party a success.

When the pyrotechnics were finished, the aroma of gunpowder hung in the air and then drifted northwards through our park and onwards toward Lake Worth.

It was a safe, fun holiday for View Streeters. Let's do it again next year.

FOURTH OF JULY    

OK, it's confirmed, members will gather in the Clubhouse for the Fourth of July Party on -- um -- July 4. 

Gathering time is abut 7 p.m. Bring your guests and bring your bottle. And food.

After a couple of hours of fun and frolic, we will adjourn to the waterfront to watch the fireworks provided by the Town of Lantana.

We are few in number this time of year, but we are party animals.

See you there!

Summer's Parties and Perils

A few reminders:

-- The Fourth of July Party will take place. Details soon.

-- It's been wet so far this summer. The danger of hurricanes is

always present. Those in residence would be wise to prepare with an emergency kit and a storm-evacuation plan.

-- A few raccoons have been spotted in the park. Avoid them. Notify a board member if you see one of the animals. Two raccoons have already been trapped and removed to the swamp.

-- If you are expecting guests, advise the board so that we know who is supposed to be in the park and who is not.

It's Done!

The paving of View Street was completed on Saturday.

Most of the driveways -- except those that had been done in the past with cement -- were covered with asphalt.

The work by The Paving Lady was only about a day behind schedule due to extreme weather.

The street is looking good!

Next up: New inexpensive street lights. Stay tuned.

Don't forget the big Fourth of July party.