Dear Editor,
KUDOS to Wellington for being touted in the Money Magazine’s Top 100 Places to live! We are honored to be representing our business community however not surprised Wellington received this honor. What is truly impressive is that Wellington was the only community in all of Palm Beach County to be listed in the Top 100 Places to live and one of only three in the entire State of Florida. Equally impressive is that we have only been a municipality for less then 15 years and we can thank community leaders such as Ken Adams, Kathy Foster and others for having the vision to see the future of Wellington as its own municipality.
Mayor Bowen, our Wellington Village council and especially the Village staff should be complemented and commended for allowing us to receive this national honor. As a Chamber we are receiving calls from all over the country and have even appeared on our evening news!
The Village of Wellington balances a unique hometown, family atmosphere with an attractive natural environment, recreational, cultural and educational activities with facilities for all ages. Businesses and residents alike enjoy the year round climate that allows the Village of Wellington to maintain its status as one of the nation’s premiere equestrian and business friendly communities. All while maintaining one of the lowest tax rates in Palm Beach County!!
Wellington is an equestrian community and lays claim to outstanding equestrian programs, activities and events, and is known as the “Winter Equestrian Capital.” We are home to the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center and Equestrian Sport Productions. We are also home to the International Polo Club Palm Beach, known as the “Polo Capital of the World.”
Education is a top priority for families moving to Wellington, and our schools have a reputation of having a high level of excellence. In fact, all of our elementary and middle schools received an “A” rating this past year. In addition, our parks and recreation facilities are outstanding, providing activities for the young and the young at heart with numerous parks and sports programs. We have grown, but we continue to have a small-town atmosphere.
Again, thank you Mayor Bowen, Village Council and Village Staff for making us feel it an honor and privilege to work, live and play in Wellington. Keep up the fantastic work.
Michela Perillo-Green
Executive Director
On behalf of the Wellington Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors