Will Concerns Surface After School District Goes To Court to Avoid Paying Storm Water Bills?

Could district’s decision impact both school buildings and the children who use them?

City Commission, Mayor & WPB PD Visit Quantum House

City leaders paid a special visit to kids and families hospitalized at St. Mary’s, and the kids got a rare, up close demonstration by the WPB PD K-9 unit.

City Moves Ahead with Plans to Open a Charter School in WPB

City leaders have decided what they want the school to look like, including location and what grades it will include.

Mayor Muoio Exploring Relationship with FAU to Help WPB Small Businesses

West Palm Beach Mayor Jeri Muoio is looking outside the city limits for ideas that could help business owners inside the city.

U.S. Judge Tosses Out Lawsuit By Former WPB Police Officer – AGAIN!

For the second time, the court has dismissed the latest lawsuit filed by fired West Palm Beach police officer William McCray.

Popular Demand Leads to Outlet Mall Seeking Expansion of Future Retail Space

Developers seeking approval for more than 100,000 additional square feet in response to overwhelming demand.

City Finance Department Earns National Budgeting Award

“An excellent level of transparency.” That’s just one of the comments made by industry experts who judged the City’s budgeting work.

WPB City Hall Now Open Early For Utility Payments

June 6, 2013 (West Palm Beach, FL) – In response to customer schedules and requests, the doors at City Hall are now open a bit earlier for those residents needing to pay their utility bills. Beginning this week, the first floor utility department cashiers will be available starting at 7:30am. This is thirty minutes earlier [...]

What is Acceptable Public Speech? Mayor’s Forum Seeks Answers

The first Mayor’s Forum on Public Comment attempted to answer the questions: What should the rules be when speaking at a government meeting? Should there be any rules at all, or does a right to free speech trump all?

City to Discuss Parking Upgrades and Future Challenges

This week, the City will make public a draft 5 year parking strategic plan for public input.

Breaking News: Road Closures Due to Saturday’s Triathlon

DOWNTOWN ROAD CLOSURES DUE TO TRIATHLON SATURDAY, JUNE 1st Saturday morning through midday All traveling public should avoid the following…Australian Ave from Palm Beach Lakes to Southern. Southern Blvd west of Australian, will be open to travelers but with lane closures. Athletes on bicycles will be traveling from Australian to CR700 near 20 mile Bend [...]

WPB Commissioner Sylvia Moffett to Attend “Big Ups for Babies” this Saturday

Come enjoy a Local Drum-Line, Rapper K-Slim, Family Fitness Activities, Expert Guest Speakers on being healthy before, during, and after pregnancy and be part of a drawing for a variety of prizes.

City To Unveil New Low-income Homes & Help Potential Families

The City holds an open house for five brand new homes ready for move-in.

New Project Restores and Beautifies Grassy Waters Watershed

CHECK OUT THE VIDEO: Volunteers fan out to plant new grasses and plants in order to increase natural habitats and reduce future flooding.

WPB CRA To Knock Down Building For Local Artists

When: Wednesday, May 29 at 9:00am Where: 552 Northwood Road, WPB What: Demolition of an old, abandoned building to make way for a new “larger than life” community open space canvas for local artists. ***MEDIA WISHING TO COVER THE DEMO SHOULD ARRIVE BY 8:45AM (West Palm Beach, FL) -The bulldozers will be toppling walls! The [...]

Four of WPB’s Bravest Graduate and Hit the Streets

There are four new firefighters on the streets of West Palm Beach today after their graduation ceremony Friday evening.

U.S. Census Bureau Targets WPB Area

The Feds need us to stand and be counted…again. The U.S. Census Bureau may contact you sometime this summer.

PB County Acknowledges Legitimacy of Cities’ IG Lawsuit

County admits cities are acting in good faith and raising a legitimate, important legal question.

New Wall Successful at Reducing Plane Engine Noise

A 40 foot tall wall now separates neighbors from a plane engine used by a local business.

It’s the Chief vs. the Commish…for a Good Cause

It’s a battle royale for bragging rights…and to support the Police Athletic League! This Saturday!

Mayor Muoio Releases Economic Development Update

Click below for the Mayor’s letter to residents describing her short and long term plans for economic development including the announcement that she has accepted the resignation of the city’s Economic Development Director.

Interest in City’s “Tent Site” Heating Up

Over the past several months, there have been over a half dozen inquiries from various companies.

New Antique Row Project Breaks New Ground in WPB

Mayor Muoio & Commissioner Robinson help break ground on a unique, new project along the city’s Antique Row.

“Little Restaurant that Could” To Get Bigger Thanks To New Business Incentive

Small neighborhood restaurant with big plans expected to be first to receive a new city business incentive.
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Mayor Muoio’s Media Availability – May 8, 2013

From SunFest security to the Inspector General, Mayor Muoio answered several question during today’s media briefing.

Invest in the Northwest: Economic Development Summit for WPB’s NW Neighborhoods

In a never-before tried effort to encourage business investment in the city’s northwest neighborhoods, a business investment summit will be held Wednesday evening.