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Commission adopts resolution recognizing civic groups and Community Center benefits; one commissioner objects
Summary
The commission adopted Resolution R-4-2025 to designate civic groups and approve related Community Center benefits; Vice Mayor Tracy Larcher voiced concern about use of public funds for non-public uses, but the resolution passed with amendments to group titles.
The Palm Beach Shores Commission adopted Resolution R-4-2025 on March 24, 2025, designating current civic groups and identifying benefits related to Community Center use. Commissioner Kathleen McGahran moved to adopt the resolution with minor changes to civic-group titles; Commissioner Roby DeReuil seconded the motion.
Vice Mayor Tracy Larcher raised a concern not about Community Center access but "with the use of public funds for a non-public use." Town Attorney Keith Davis responded that he would defend adoption under Section 4 because civic groups "do still provide a benefit to the town and it is a valid public purpose." The motion was recorded as passing (transcript notes "Motion passed 4-0 (Vice Mayor Larcher - Nay)").
Speakers from the public, including Cindy Steven, Vice President of the Seasiders, commented on the groups’ reputations and contributions to the town. The commission approved the resolution with the minor title adjustments noted in the motion.
