March 14, 2011
IN THIS ISSUE

• County's Grand Opening of NENA's Bluegill Trail Set for March 19
  Palm Beach County's Department of Environmental Resources Management (ERM) is putting the finishing touches on Phase 1 of the Bluegill Trail, the first multiuse trail to open within the 165,000-acre Northeast Everglades Natural Area (NENA) system.
• County Seeking Candidates for Animal Kindness Award
  Palm Beach County's Animal Care and Control Division is seeking outstanding individuals or groups who have shown commendable care and devotion to animals, domestic or wild, for the nomination of the 2011 Animal Kindness Award.
• County Celebrates Start of Oxygen Development Project
  The Board of County Commissioners, through the Economic Development Office, secured $6 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Section 108 Loan Program to bring the Deerfield Beach-based company to the village.
• As Gas Prices Rise, Commuters Choose Palm Tran
  With gasoline prices on the way up, Palm Tran provides county residents with affordable commuting options and several convenient park-and-ride locations. Using public transportation saves money, and it's easy to access.
• Check Out Our Adoptable Pet of the Week
  Our adoption specialists will help match your lifestyle and needs with the dog or cat that suits you best. All animals are adopted to qualified applicants on a first-come-first-serve basis.

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