City of West Palm Beach Named LEED Gold City

The gold certification recognizes cities that create responsible, sustainable and specific plans for natural systems, energy, water, waste, transportation and other factors that contribute to quality of life. 

Microloans Available to Eligible Small & Minority/Women-Owned Businesses in WPB

To support strong business recovery, the city's new Small and Minority/Women Business COVID-19 Recovery Assistance Program offers microloans in amounts between $5,000 and $20,000 with interest rates starting at 4.25% to qualified businesses.

Celebrate Bike to Work Week During 3/7 - 3/11

Join us for a series of free bike-friendly activities! The observance aims to elevate bicycling as a more widely accepted choice of transportation and promote an environmentally-friendly transport practice.

City Administrator Faye Johnson to Speak at Upcoming Business Networking Event

Please join Administrator Johnson at Cityside Suites' upcoming mixer to learn more about why now is the time to start a business in our city, as well as a "meet and greet."

When: Wednesday, March 2. 5:30 - 7:30p.m.

Where: Cityside Suites Smart Office & Business Café, 401 N Rosemary Ave.

$4,007.05 Donated to MLK Caregivers Program

Parking meter revenues from the recent Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday were donated to the Martin Luther King Coordinating Committee Caregivers Program providing direct services to persons 55 and older.

General Municipal Election Scheduled for 3/8/22

The city will hold a General Municipal Election on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, and Runoff Election, if necessary, on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. for the District 1 City Commissioner seat.

New Online Resource Available for Employment, Workforce Development

‘Opportunity Knocks,’ created through the office of Mayor Keith A. James, will provide information about job trainings, workforce development opportunities, and job fairs hosted by the private sector. Employers wanting to share their information about job fairs or training for inclusion on our website should email their information to communications@wpb.org for consideration.

Protect Your Pipes, Don't Flush Wipes

To help ensure the city's wastewater system continues to perform at its very best, the Public Utilities Department reminds customers to not flush so-called disposable wipes. While they may be flushable, they do not dissolve like toilet paper and are not biodegradable.

Last Call: Grassy Waters Preserve Photography Contest Entries

Amateur photographers have until Monday, 2/28 to showcase your Grassy Waters landscape and wildlife photos in the 2022 Grassy Waters Preserve Photography Contest.

Meet the Chief: Community Meetings Announced

WPBPD Chief Frank Adderley is hosting a series of community/police meetings to inform residents and business owners how our officers are protecting and serving the public.

March "Women's History Month" Programs Announced

The Mandel Public Library will celebrate Women’s History Month throughout March with a variety of lectures, as well as a special traveling exhibit from the Historical Society of Palm Beach County.

City to Observe Florida Flood Awareness Week 3/7 - 3/13

Florida Flood Awareness Week aims to increase public awareness of flood risk, availability of flood insurance, flood protection methods, and how to prepare for emergencies.

Currie Park Public Engagement Opportunities

The CRA and Chen More and Associates will have an informational booth on-site at the following events to share updates on the Currie Park Redesign. The public is also invited to provide input and feedback.

• Sunday on the Waterfront (Currie Park, 2400 N Flagler Dr.): 3/20, 4 - 7PM.

"Counselor in Training" Program

This volunteer program is open for high school students interested in job training, or who need to fulfill a community service requirement. CITS can earn 200+ service hours and a CPR/first aid certification while training to become a future camp counselor.

Spring/Summer Youth Sports Leagues

The Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting sign-ups for spring high school and junior basketball, fishing camp, and summer youth soccer and basketball.

Spring Break Camp 

Camps will run March 14-19, 2022 and are offered to students in grades K-8. Elementary and middle school-age children have the option of traditional spring break camp or skate camp. Students in grades K-5 can also enroll in "crazy games" camp.

Next City Commission Meeting Scheduled for 3/7, 5PM

Meetings are held every other Monday at City Hall, 401 Clematis St. The public is encouraged to attend. Face coverings and social distancing are required.

Continue to take precautions against COVID-19. According to the CDC, community transmission of COVID-19 remains high in Palm Beach County.

• For information about testing and vaccination sites in our area, please visit the COVID-19 Resource Guide.
• The city has established a testing site at Gaines Park, which is experiencing heavy traffic. Visitors should expect long lines. There are many testing sites in our area.
• Visitors to City Hall are required to have an appointment with the exception of individuals paying water bills, processing building permits (getting building permit applications/information), submitting public records requests, and attending public meetings. A face covering is required for entry to city government facilities.

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Road & Dock Update

Know about road closures before your morning commute!