(L-R) Commission President Christy Fox, Commissioners Christina Lambert, Joe Peduzzi, Cathleen Ward, Shalonda Warren (Photo credit: Capehart Photography)

Newly-elected West Palm Beach City Commissioner Cathleen Ward (District 1) and re-elected Commissioners Christy Fox (District 3) and Christina Lambert (District 5) were sworn-in on March 31, 2022 at City Hall. The commissioners took the oath of office, which was administered by the Hon. Daliah H. Weiss, before family, friends, and supporters in the Commission Chambers.

Commissioner Christy Fox was elected commission president succeeding Commissioner Joseph Peduzzi (District 4) who served as president for one year. Outgoing District 1 Commissioner Kelly Shoaf delivered remarks and was thanked for her service. 

The swearing-in ceremony, including remarks by the newly-elected city officials, can be found on the City of West Palm Beach YouTube channel.

Mayoral Town Hall: Downtown & Central Neighborhoods

Residents and business owners north of Okeechobee Blvd. and south of Palm Beach Lakes Blvd. are invited to the Mayoral Town Hall on Tuesday, April 5 at 6 p.m. at the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties. Mayor James will share city and neighborhood updates.

Community Events Schedule

Events held on the Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis St., unless specified otherwise

• Clematis by Night: April 7, 6-9PM - Matt Brown
• Screen on the Green: April 8, 7-10PM - Scoob!
• GreenMarket: Saturdays through April 16, 9AM-1PM

ICYMI: Parking Rate Restructuring Plan Aims to Improve West Palm Beach Parking Experience

Benefits will include more availability, reduced vehicle congestion and continued low rates.

Update on Safe Drinking Water

Public Utility customers will soon receive a public notice with their next water bill. The public notice is a required, quarterly update notification.

'Meet the Chief'

You're invited to learn how the West Palm Beach Police Department protects and serves the public:

• April 13: North End Meeting (area between 25th - 59th Sts.)
• April 20: Downtown Meeting
• April 27: North End Meeting (area between Banyan Blvd. and 25th St.)
• May 18: South End Meeting

Save the Date: Giant Egg Hunt on April 16

Children are invited to join us at Howard Park Community Center for a fun event where they can collect as many treat-filled plastic eggs as they can, while supplies last.

Pledge to Save Water, Be Eligible to Win Prizes

The Wyland National Mayor's Challenge for Water Conservation encourages the public to conserve water, energy, and other natural resources through an easy-to-use online pledge.

Vegetation Amnesty Days Announced in Advance of Hurricane Season

To prepare your residential property for hurricane season, residents are encouraged to place an unlimited amount of vegetative waste curbside for pickup at no additional cost during Vegetation Amnesty Days (May 2-13).

Road and Dock Update

Know about road closures, including boat show related closures, before your morning commute!

 

Join Our Team!

The City of West Palm Beach is hiring! Some openings include:

• Assistant Chief Financial Officer
• Community Events Coordinator
• Irrigation Technician