Palm Beach County commissioners have voted to deny a controversial proposal to build a large private Christian school in Jupiter Farms after hours of emotional public debate over traffic, growth and the future of the community’s rural character.
Palm Beach County commissioners vote to deny private Christian school in Jupiter Farms
The proposal from Calvary Church would have brought a K-12 private Christian school to a vacant site on Indiantown Road, with plans for nearly 1,000 students.
The issue has divided residents for months as WPTV’s Mike Trim listened to residents who shared their concerns and support for the project.
WPTV’s Joel Lopez at the final hearing on Tuesday who said the county commission chambers were packed with supporters who argued the school would provide families with another education option and help meet growing demand in the area…