Coffee With A Cop 10/5/2022

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The event was held at the new Salento Coffee Shop (formerly Dunkin Donuts) in the City Hall Courtyard. I noticed colorful chairs and tables outside and hope they are there to stay.

City Commissioners made an appearance along side the Police Officers and talked to residents who voiced concerns, and thanked them for their service. They were there to listen and listen they did. The event was a success with approximately 100 residents coming and going.

 

The highlight for me was meeting an old friend “Moose”

Moose, a Bloodhound, was donated to the WPB Police Dept. when he was 3 months old and I remember thinking at the time will he ever grow into his large ears, nose and feet? He did! Moose and his “mom” Officer Jen Hardiman entertained many visitors who wanted to pat him and ask questions. Moose goes home every evening with Jen and helps locate kids and senior citizens who wander away from home, and there have been success stories. Moose got thirsty and bent down to get a drink of water when I noticed his ears floating in the water and started laughing when Mom Jen pulled out a towel and started wiping his ears and face. They make great partners and Jen keeps in shape walking him. Moose showed me his best side (profile) and my apologies for chopping off Jen’s head. I should not be allowed to use a camera—–ever. Double click to enlarge pictures.

I met some nice residents and one woman by the name of Shannon Hunihan was introduced to me and she is the Chief Marketing Officer for Mint ECO Car Wash and the company washes the Police Cars for free. No charge, obviously a supporter of our first responders. We had a conversation and she told me the great deal offered to all with a dirty car. I will take advantage of a good deal and will share with readers they have 3 locations listed below along with monthly deals.

Southern Blvd & Dixie HWY   316 Southern Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL.
Okeechobee & FL-Turnpike West     1950 Golden Lakes Blvd, West Palm Beach,
Indiantown & I-95     220 Maplewood Drive, Jupiter, FL.

I included their website for convenience and there are great values to be had, such as:
Shine Package Plus $35.00/month   unlimited trips to the car wash.
Shine Package $30.00/month           unlimited trips to the car wash.
Clean $20.00/month                           unlimited trips to the car wash.
If you bring your car in 10 times a month, they will wash it, no additional charge.
https://www.mintecocarwash.com/

Speaking of cars, my only disappointment with the event was being able to park on Clematis street near the event. The City has removed many metered and handicapped parking spaces and what is left is hard to come by. There was a Police car and a WPB city van parked in metered spaces along with undercover police cars. I complained so lets see what happens.

 

 

 

 

 

If you have been following the stories on the Sunset Lounge the City is having an open house.

Historic Northwest Community Meeting & Sunset Lounge Open House

Historic Northwest Community Meeting & Sunset Lounge Open House
Date: 10/08/2022   11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Sunset Lounge
609 8th Street West Palm Beach, Florida 33401

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