TOWN OF GULF STREAM:
History-
During the early 1920's, a group of prominent investors made arrangements and secured land for development of an exclusive golf course which was to be located south of Palm Beach in Lake Worth. Within a year of its inception, the proposed location of the golf club was changed to the present site at Gulf Stream. Donald Ross was retained to design the golf course and J.R. Brooks was hired to build it. With the completion of the beautiful Spanish-style clubhouse, designed by the well-known architect Addison Mizner, the Gulf Stream Club opened for play in 1924.

As early as 1923, rumors of a polo field in Gulf Stream had been circulating and by June 1924, the initial phase of development had begun. Although the official season was not until 1927, the first games were hold in 1926 and the polo became an instant success. The club soon became known as the "Winter Polo Capital of the World" and "The Birthplace of Florida Polo'. An era passed into history in the 1960s when the last of the famous Gulf
Stream Polo Club fields was converted into home sites and a par-three golf course. The influence and prestige of polo and the Gulf Stream Golf Club, which still functions today, can be detected throughout the town.

The success of both the Gulf Stream Golf Club and the Polo fields draw people to Gulf Stream and became a major force behind the growth and development of the Town. People had been purchasing tracts of land and building mansions along the beachfront as early as
1923. By 1925, many of the houses were completed, and officers and members of the Gulf Stream Gulf Club were influential in getting the Florida Legislature to grant charter establishing Gulf Stream as town.

By 1930, Gulf Stream was firmly established as a winter resort for the wealthy. In 1960 the town was expanded to include the place Au Soleil Subdivision located on the west side of the intracoastal.
Until the mid 1980's, Gulf Stream's permanent population was almost matched by its seasonal population. Recent trends are showing that the traditional 50/50 population ratio is changing to a 70/30 split with more people claiming Gulf Stream as their permanent place of residence. The official permanent population of Gulf Stream is 712 and during season it increases to approximately 1,000, excluding staff.

Government:
The Town Hall is located at 100 Sea Road. The telephone number is 276-5116 and the fax number is 737-0188. The Town Commission Meetings are held on the second Friday of the month at 9:00 A.M. The date and time of these public meetings are posted on the Bulletin Board located at the entrance to the Town Hall. To attend a Commission Meeting please call the Town Hall to confirm the date and time.
The Charter provides for five elected Town Commissioners. The regular election for the commission is on the second d Tuesday in March every three (3) years. The Town is staffed by a professional Town Manager, Town Clerk, and Police Chief, along with a Finance Director and other support staff.

Police Department:
The Police Department includes IO officers who patrol our roads 24 hours per day. The Police Station is located across the, street from the Town Hail at 246 Sea Road. The Town contracts with with the City of Delray Beach for our Police and Fire dispatch services 243-7800. The Police Department's administration number is 278-8611.

Architectural Review and Planning Board:
Meeting Date. The ARPB meets on the fourth Thursday of every month at 8:30 A.M., except in August. Any changes to the schedule will be posted at Town Hall. Purpose: This Board is appointed by the Town Commission to assist in reserving and enhancing the unique residential character of Gulf Stream. This board must approve all major remodeling or
construction. The final approval for development rests, with the Town Commission If you are planning any changes to your home, please consult with the Town Manager to determine which, Town requirements may apply. Exterior Color Approval Required: The Town has a large but definitive range of approved exterior colors. Please contact the -Town Hall before undertaking an exterior repainting project to be sure the color select is permitted.

Historic Highway Committee:
Gulf Stream's A1A has been designated as a Scenic Historic Highway by the Florida Legislature. The Historic Highway Committee has advised the Town Commission on matters associated with the landscaping along A1A in Gulf Stream's town limits, and has been instrumental in the effort to maintain the natural historical beauty along the A1A corridor.

This committee was directly responsible for the successful passage of legislation that will permit the preservation of Australian pines along North Ocean Boulevard, and for overseeing the 1988 A1A Landscaping Enhancement Project.

Library - Town Hall:
The Town of Gulf Stream owns and maintains a local library. This library was built through donations using volunteer help and assistance. The library is located in the Town Hall and is and is operated on the honor system" basis.

Civic Association:
The Town of Gulf Stream Civic Associations, Inc. is organized by the town residence for the advancing of the civic interest of the Town of Gulf Stream. Further, this association is a non-profit corporation with membership on an election by the Board f Directors. The Board of Directors establishes the annual dues. The by-laws also provide for the election of officers, the establishment of committees and other appropriate functions.

Homeowners Association:
The following subdivisions have their own association, some require separate architectural approval in addition to the Town's review:
· Place Au Soleil
· Driftwood Landing
· Hidden Harbour
· Mc Louth

Town of Gulf Stream,

Florida General Information for Residents
As you already know, Gulf Stream is a charming and unique oceanfront community. This General Information booklet has been compiled by the Town to provide new and existing residents with information about the general operation of the Town and services available to them.

The Town staff is available to assist you and we encourage you to call the Town Hall with any questions or ideas you might have. The town prides itself on the provision of an array of services to both permanent and seasonal residents. Every effort is made to preserve the unique history of the town, while being responsive to the needs of current Residents. The information in this booklet is current as of August 1999.

(Please assist us in making this booklet as helpful and accurate as possible, Please call the Town Hall with any suggestions or errors noted.)