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City Joins Bloomberg Philanthropies' Youth Action Fund Call for Youth Climate Solutions
With 84 percent of youth around the world reporting that they are worried climate change threatens people and the planet, Mayor Keith A. James announced that West Palm Beach has joined Bloomberg Philanthropies’ new Youth Climate Action Fund, which will provide technical assistance and funding for 100 mayors to activate tens of thousands of young people ages of 15 – 24 years to design, produce, and govern urgent climate solutions in cities across the globe. West Palm Beach joins the Fund alongside other cities from around the world, which together spans 38 countries across six continents, representing over 62 million residents.
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Empowering Education:
Introducing the WPB Mayor
Education Partnership Grant
The City of West Palm Beach announces the launch of an innovative partnership grant called the WPB Mayor Education Partnership Grant. The WPB Mayor Education Partnership Grant aims to enhance educational outcomes for its students through local nonprofits.
Mayor Keith A. James and the WPB Education Advisory Committee have provided up to $4,000 in funding to interested elementary schools located within the City, enabling students to engage in enriching learning experiences in the fields of reading, math, science, and/or history in a practical, collaborative context with our local nonprofits. All West Palm Beach elementary schools have the opportunity to apply.
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West Palm Beach Named a 2023 Tree City USA® by Arbor Day Foundation
The City of West Palm Beach proudly announces its recognition as a 2023 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation, in honor of its dedication to effective urban forest management.
The prestigious Tree City USA designation is awarded to communities that demonstrate exemplary commitment to maintaining and enhancing their urban tree canopy. West Palm Beach achieved this recognition by meeting the program's rigorous requirements, including maintaining a tree board or department, implementing a tree care ordinance, allocating an annual community forestry budget of at least $2 per capita, and hosting an Arbor Day observance and proclamation.
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During a Special City Commission meeting in West Palm Beach City Hall, Commissioners Cathleen Ward, Christy Fox, and Christina Lambert were sworn in for their latest terms in office.
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Helping The Homeless: What Can We Do? Pt 2 of 3
The problems and challenges faced by those who are homeless are complex. In this, the second part of our series on homelessness, we will look at what can be done to truly help, give effective relief to those on the street, and consider actions residents can take to truly help those in need.
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West Palm Beach residents can cut down excess vegetation in preparation for hurricane season, and have it hauled away for free during Vegetation Amnesty Days, May 6-17. For more information, visit wpb.org/public works, call (561) 822-2075, or email publicworks@wpb.org.
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Housing Leadership Council of Palm Beach County Announces Second Housing Heroes Luncheon
The Housing Leadership Council of Palm Beach County announced that its 2nd Annual Housing Heroes Luncheon will take place on May 8, 2024, at the Kravis Center Cohen Pavilion at 701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach. The inaugural event drew more than 350 attendees.
This year, West Palm Beach Mayor Keith A. James will receive the organization’s distinguished Housing Heroes Award. Since being elected Mayor in 2019, Mayor James has been working with city commissioners to create incentives for developers to build workforce/affordable housing for government employees like teachers and first responders. These efforts have led to the completion of the first new affordable downtown apartments in more than 30 years as well as securing several other projects currently under construction.
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Reservations are required for all programs. Please call the Nature Center at (561) 804-4985 (TTY: 800-955-8771) to RSVP
- Kayak Cruise
- Hike and Craft: Everglades Leaves!
- Craft Night Series: Sunset Sew
- Rain Barrell Giveaway
- Marsh Critters Dipnetting
- Boardwalk Hike
- Canoe Cruise
- And, more!
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Here is a snapshot of some of the programs being offered this month by the Mandel Public Library, 411 Clematis Street
- Workplace: Interview Skills
- Flowerpot Painting and Seed Demonstration
- Women in the Workforce: Achieving Financial Independence
- Loggerhead Marine Life Center
- Creative Writing Club
- And, more!
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Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street
Thursday, April 18, 6-9 p.m.
Spider Cherry | Soul, Funk, Rock
Thursday, April 25, 6-9 p.m.
The Goodnicks | Top 40
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Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street
FINAL ONE OF THE SEASON
Saturday, April 20, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Be sure to check out:
The MOST vendors in our history with 125 in total, 30 of which are NEW!
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Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street
Friday, May 10, 6:30-9 p.m. Wonka (PG)
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Meyer Amphitheatre, 104 Datura Street
Sunday, April 21, 4-7 p.m. Sir Jac | Prince Tribute
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Next City Commission Meeting
The next City Commission meeting will be held on Monday, April 29 at 5 p.m. in City Hall, 401 Clematis Street. Commission meetings are held every other Monday, except for holidays, and the public is encouraged to attend.
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The City is seeking candidates for several positions, including:
- Police Officer - Certified
- Utilities Maintenance Worker
- Sailing Summer Camp Counselor
- Fountain Guard - Recreation Specialist
- Mechanical Inspector
- Laboratory Technician I
- Digital Marketing Strategist
- Sanitation Operator
- Code Enforcement Officer
- Solid Waste Compliance Officer
- And, more!
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Find listings and live broadcast times for public meetings with our Public Meeting Broadcast Guide.
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Know about road closures throughout the City before your morning and evening commute!
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Questions? Contact us at (561) 822-2222 (TTY:800-955-8771)
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