FAQs • Jupiter, FL • CivicEngage

What are Comment Cards and when do I need to complete one?: Anyone wishing to speak is asked to submit a Comment Card to the Clerk prior to the start of the Council Meeting. Comment Card are available at the meeting in the Council Chamber’s Lobby. Citizen Comments and Public Comments are limited to three (3) minutes.

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1. When is the next Town election? How do I know where to vote?: Visit the Elections Information web page for Town election dates, results and additional election information. Determine your voting location by visiting the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections page.
Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections page.

2. Where can I register to vote?: Register to Vote Here

3. When are Town Council and CRA meeting agendas and backup, meeting audio, and meeting minutes posted on your website?: Agendas and supporting documentation are posted online generally a week before the meeting. Meeting audio is posted online generally the day after the meeting. Meeting minutes are posted online generally the day after they are approved at a Town Council or CRA meeting. Please visit the Agenda and Minutes webpage.

4. What are the different Boards and Committees the Town has and where can I get more information on them?: Visit the Boards and Committee webpage to learn more about Town of Jupiter Advisory Boards and Committees.

5. How can I find out about upcoming projects that my company may want to bid on?: Bids, RFPs, and RFQs are placed online using Demandstar. You can view Active, Awarded, etc. bids on the Town of Jupiter Bid Page.
Demandstar

6. How can I find out about Town Ordinances?: Ordinances are adopted after two readings at a Town Council meeting, and are codified in the Town Code quarterly. To view the text searchable Town Code online, or to view the full text of Ordinances which have not yet been codified, visit the Ordinance web page. Ordinances

7. How can I get in touch with Town Council members?: At the Town Council Web Page (listed below), you will see a link to e-mail all members of the Town Council. To e-mail an individual member, click on their picture to view their bio page with their contact information. To contact the Town Council (or the Town Manager) by phone, call (561) 741-2214.
Town Council Page

8. How can I express my opinion at a Town Council meeting on a topic not included in the meeting agenda or on a Public Hearing agenda item?: Citizens have a chance at the beginning of each Town Council meeting to express their ideas or concerns to Council. This time is called Citizen Comments. The time limit is set for 3 minutes per person to ensure that all individuals who want to speak will have the option. Council will not have an immediate response rather Staff and Council will investigate and then respond to the individual.

9. What is the difference between Consent Agenda and Regular Agenda – What does it mean?: A consent agenda is a bundle of items that is voted on, without discussion, as a package. It differentiates between routine matters not needing explanation and more complex or controversial issues needing examination. These issues needing examination are pulled from consent. Each item is then discussed and voted on separately.

10. What are Comment Cards and when do I need to complete one?: Anyone wishing to speak is asked to submit a Comment Card to the Clerk prior to the start of the Council Meeting. Comment Card are available at the meeting in the Council Chamber’s Lobby. Citizen Comments and Public Comments are limited to three (3) minutes.

11. Where can I find a warranty deed?

The Clerk and Comptroller for Palm Beach County retains warranty deeds.

Visit their website for more information.

12. Where can I find building permits or property surveys?: Permit packages, open and expired permits, and re-roof permits are accessible via the online portal or visit the Building Department Records webpage to submit your records request.

13. How can I find a birth/death certificate?

The Office of Vital Statistics in Palm Beach County can now assist in obtaining birth/death certificates for any person who died in the State of Florida from 2009 to the present.

Visit their website for more information.

14. Where can I request to Vote-by-mail?: Request to Vote-by-mail here.

15. Where do I get a marriage license?

The Clerk and Comptroller for Palm Beach County issues marriage licenses.

Visit their website for more information.

16. How do I officially become a Florida resident?: Apply for a Florida Driver’s License or ID Card. See Requirements on the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) website.

17. How do I get a Business Tax Registration for my business?: The Town of Jupiter does not require its own BTR but any business in Jupiter is required to obtain a Palm Beach County BTR. Visit the Palm Beach County Tax Collector website for more information.

18. How can I get a copy of my property taxes?

Visit the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser for more information.