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Palm Beach Shores approves Buccaneer Resort pre-opening permit after brief debate over insurance
Summary
Palm Beach Shores commissioners approved a special event permit for a private pre-opening at the Buccaneer Resort scheduled for March 15, 2025; the meeting included questions about whether proof of insurance was required for an event off town property.
The Palm Beach Shores Town Commission approved a special event permit on March 10, 2025 for a private pre-opening at the Buccaneer Resort, scheduled for March 15, 2025.
Mayor Alan Fiers described the gathering as a private pre-opening for invited guests and said the town wanted transparency; he advised that proof of insurance should be provided. Vice Mayor Tracy Larcher questioned why a special event permit was required for a private function, and public commenter Janet Kortenhaus argued that insurance should not be required because the event is not on town property. The transcript lists the event as a "75+/- Private Party" at 142 Lake Dr.
Commissioner Steven Smith moved to approve the special event permit; Commissioner Kathleen McGahran seconded and the motion passed 5-0. The commission did not record any additional permit conditions in the meeting minutes.
