CITY OF WEST PALM BEACH ENGINEERING, PUBLIC WORKS & UTILITY ROAD CLOSURES  Washington Road between Roosevelt Place and Royal Palm Road (construction extended through February 2024): Road closures as part of a streetscape redesign, including new underground utilities, sidewalks, and storm drainage improvements. The following detours are in place: Northbound Washington Road traffic should go west on Monroe Drive to Olive Avenue, north on Olive Avenue to Almeria Road, and east on Almeria Road to Flagler Drive. Southbound Washington Road traffic should go west on Almeria Road to Olive Avenue, south on Olive Avenue to Monroe Drive, and east on Monroe Drive to Washington Road.  7th Street between Handy Avenue and 11th Street…

September 1, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Diane G. Papadakos, Director of Communications City of West Palm Beach – Mayor’s Office [email protected] (561) 822-1411 (TTY: 800-955-8771)  Community Conversations: Mayor James’ Roundtable Series – A Discussion on Property Insurance WEST PALM BEACH, FL – Mayor Keith A. James is spearheading a critical discussion on property insurance on Monday, Sept. 11 at Flagler Gallery at 3 p.m.  He invites the community and media to participate in this pivotal event as part of his ongoing “Community Conversations” series. In an effort to address pressing concerns surrounding property insurance in West Palm Beach, Mayor Keith A. James is convening a high-profile roundtable discussion. Mayor James…

CITY OF WEST PALM BEACH ENGINEERING, PUBLIC WORKS & UTILITY ROAD CLOSURES  Monceaux Road between Dixie Highway (US 1) and Georgia Avenue (through August 2023): There will be intermittent lane closures for underground utility improvements. Access to all homes and businesses will be maintained.  Northlake Boulevard west of Coconut Boulevard (until further notice): Periodic eastbound right turn lane closure for underground utility work.  Washington Road between Roosevelt Place and Royal Palm Road (construction extended through January 2024): Road closures as part of a streetscape redesign, including new underground utilities, sidewalks, and storm drainage improvements. The following detours are in place: Northbound Washington Road traffic should go west on Monroe Drive to Olive Avenue, north…

August 30, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Diane G. Papadakos, Director of Communications City of West Palm Beach – Mayor’s Office [email protected] (561)  822-1411 (TTY: 800-955-8771) Alyassia “Asia” Taylor, President Pleasant City Neighborhood Association [email protected] (561) 247-3408   Pleasant City Family Reunion 2023: Celebrating Unity, Heritage, and Community Spirit WEST PALM BEACH, FL – The vibrant community of Pleasant City is thrilled to announce the eagerly anticipated Pleasant City Family Reunion, scheduled to take place on September 2, 2023, at Blum Park. This cherished event brings together residents, friends, and families in a celebration of unity, cultural heritage, and the enduring spirit of community. The Pleasant City Family Reunion is…

August 29, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact:  Diane G. Papadakos, Director of Communications City of West Palm Beach – Mayor’s Office [email protected] / (561) 822-1411 (TTY: 800-955-8771) Community Leaders Unite to Address Mental Health Crisis in West Palm Beach WEST PALM BEACH, FL – Mayor Keith A. James is spearheading a critical discussion on mental health on Thursday, Sept. 7 at the Mandel Public Library Auditorium at 10 a.m.  He invites the community and media to participate in this pivotal event. As part of his ongoing “Community Conversations” series, Mayor James is bringing together a diverse group of leaders to identify innovative approaches to address the mental health crisis facing…

August 29, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Diane G. Papadakos, Director of Communications City of West Palm Beach – Mayor’s Office [email protected] (561) 822-1411 (TTY: 800-955-8771)   City Hall and Mandel Public Library will be Closed on Labor Day  WEST PALM BEACH, FL – West Palm Beach City Hall and the Mandel Public Library will be closed on Monday, Sept. 4, 2023, in observance of Labor Day. Regular trash and garbage pickup services will be provided. On Tuesday, Sept. 5, City Hall will reopen at 8 a.m., and the Library will open at 9:30 a.m.  To contact the City of West Palm Beach, call (561) 822-1200 (TTY: 800 855-8771). For information…

August 25, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contacts:               Sandy Collier Hey Sandy! PR & Communications [email protected] (561) 386-5262 Diane G. Papadakos, Director of Communications City of West Palm Beach – Mayor’s Office [email protected] (561) 822-1411 (TTY: 800-955-8771) Local Businesses Receive Timely Support from New West Palm Beach City Grant Program West Palm Beach, FL – (August 28, 2023) The Office of Small Minority/Women Business Programs at the City of West Palm Beach has announced the list of grant awardees of the First Steps: Small Business and Minority/Women Business Enterprise Grants.  When it was announced in April, the City of West Palm Beach’s First Steps: Small Business and Minority/Women Business Enterprise…

CITY OF WEST PALM BEACH ENGINEERING, PUBLIC WORKS & UTILITY ROAD CLOSURES  Monceaux Road between Dixie Highway (US 1) and Georgia Avenue (through August 2023): There will be intermittent lane closures for underground utility improvements. Access to all homes and businesses will be maintained.  Northlake Boulevard west of Coconut Boulevard (until further notice): Periodic eastbound right turn lane closure for underground utility work.  Washington Road between Roosevelt Place and Royal Palm Road (construction extended through January 2024): Road closures as part of a streetscape redesign, including new underground utilities, sidewalks, and storm drainage improvements. The following detours are in place: Northbound Washington Road traffic should go west on Monroe Drive to Olive Avenue, north…

CITY OF WEST PALM BEACH ENGINEERING & UTILITY ROAD CLOSURES  Southern Boulevard between Olive Avenue and Washington Road (through July 2023): One eastbound lane closure as repairs are made on road depressions. Monceaux Road between Dixie Highway (US 1) and Georgia Avenue (through August 2023): There will intermittent lane closures for underground utility improvements. Access to all homes and businesses will be maintained. Alhambra Place between Olive Avenue the dead end, and Washington Road between Seville Road and Alhambra Place (through June 2023): Motorists should be prepared for possible lane closures for sanitary sewer rehabilitation. Northlake Boulevard west of Coconut Boulevard (until further notice): Periodic eastbound right turn lane closure for underground utility work. Washington…

West Palm Beach City Commission Meeting Approvals and Decisions WEST PALM BEACH, FL (DATE) – Below is a summary of the approvals and decisions made by the City Commission meeting on Monday, August 31, 2023. MAYOR’S OFFICE – Mayor Keith A. James proclaimed August 2023 as Black Business Month; approved a resolution for proposed art concepts for Icon Marina Village at 4444 North Flagler Drive to satisfy the public art requirement. CITY ATTORNEY –  Approved a resolution approving a conditional settlement agreement for $70,000 in the case of Rodlin Coeurvil and Bina Coeurvil  for an accident that occurred on March 21, 2021; approved a conditional settlement for $59,000 in the…