Lantana: News briefs

Town secures LEED designation — Town Council members congratulated Development Services Director Nicole Dritz and other staff for their efforts in achieving a silver LEED designation for the town.

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design is a green building-rating system. The silver certification level indicates that a project has surpassed the basic LEED requirements, achieving more than 50% of the available points. The designation was officially made on Sept. 17.

Besides bragging rights, the distinction can help the town attract new businesses and grant money, Dritz said. The town received points for, among other things, having walkable parks and EV charging stations, and banning balloon releases.

Leadership Lantana returns — Natalie Stolbach, president of the Greater Lantana Chamber of Commerce, and Lee Bersch, the executive director, appeared before the Town Council in September to promote the return of the chamber’s Leadership Lantana program after a break during the pandemic.

“It’s all about firsthand experiences and behind-the-scenes access,” Stolbach said. “You’ll get an intimate look at how all facets of our community work and the challenges they face.”

Rates are reasonable compared with similar programs in other municipalities, Bersch said.

For more details or to register, call 561-585-8664. 

Council reappoints planning commissioner — Michelle Donahue was reappointed to a three-year term on the planning commission. Donahue lives on Hypoluxo Island and was the lone candidate after Steven J. Madson, who has worked in the telecommunications industry for more than 40 years, withdrew his application before the vote. Donahue is a Realtor and a history buff.

— Mary Thurwachter

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