T OWN OF J UPITER
2011 ANNUAL REPORT AND 2012 PREVIEW
Jupiter’s ‘unique-ness’ comes in many forms. Certainly our beautiful
waterways and beaches, our history and heritage, and our quality of life
all distinguish us from other communities. Less tangible - but no less
important - is the optimism, fl exibility, and community spirit held by
Jupiter residents and businesses. We all have a stake in preserving the
‘unique-ness’ that is woven into our local community.
“Uniquely Jupiter”:
Investing in a
Sustainable Future
Members of the Jupiter Town Council
Mayor Karen Golonka,
Vice Mayor Jim Kuretski,
Councilor Robert Friedman,
Councilor Wendy Harrison, and
Councilor Todd Wodraska
VISION:
Jupiter is a distinctive coastal community
committed to preserving its unique character
and history and vibrant, small-town feel.
DEPARTMENTS/SERVICES & CONTACTS
Building Department/Building
Business Registration
Business Development (JBiz)
Citizen Action Offi ce (resident inquiries)
Code Compliance
Community Center
Community Redevelopment Agcy; Riverwalk
Community Relations
Engineering
Finance and Property Tax Information
Human Resources & Staffi ng
Hurricane & Storm Information Line
Information Systems
Neighborhood Services
Open Space Program (Natural Areas)
Recreation Division
Planning & Zoning
Police Department
Parks & Public Works
Town Clerk
Town Council and Mayor
Town Manager’s Offi ce
Water and Stormwater Utilities
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741-2218
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741-5134
741-2520/24-Hour Job Line
743-7013
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Keeping the core elements of our vision in mind has been important
when facing the diffi culties of recent years. Economic uncertainty,
declining home values, and rising unemployment have presented us
all with tremendous challenges, and also tremendous opportunities. In
Jupiter, we’ve tried to answer the call by creating a more sustainable,
responsive local government.
With the core elements of our vision in mind, we’ve developed a fi nancial
plan and organizational structure that will serve Jupiter residents and
businesses now and into the future. Reducing the size of our organization
has reduced costs, but so has “doing things diff erently.” Re-engineering
processes, restructuring fi nancial plans, and re-evaluating how and what
services are delivered have all substantially contributed to creating a
more sustainable local government.
Our country continues to struggle with high unemployment, a challenging
housing market, and economic uncertainty. But local signs of recovery
and growth make us optimistic for the future. Local unemployment
remains slightly lower than in other areas, new businesses are establishing
in Jupiter, and local home values are stabilizing. We will emerge from
these challenges a stronger and sounder government organization
- indeed a stronger community - so that we can continue to chart the
course to our vision of remaining “uniquely Jupiter.”
Photo by Bob Murnane
JUPITER AT A GLANCE
To serve the diverse needs of Jupiter’s
residents in the best, most effi cient way, the
Town Council has identifi ed a “Financially
Sustainable Town Providing Exceptional
Municipal Services” as a key component in
the community’s strategic plan.
Being accessible to residents’ needs and
providing excellent customer service is
critical, and Town departments can be
contacted in a variety of ways.
Population
55,156
Households
23,920
Median Household Income
$70,280
23.1 square miles, or
Land Area
approx. 14,782 acres
Land Area Devoted to Parks,
2,646 acres
Natural Areas and Greenspace
Sources: BEBR Florida Estimates of Populations;
U.S. Census Bureau and Town of Jupiter.
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