Insider Newsletter for August 13, 2022

Published on August 13, 2022

Weekly Updates

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Join Us: Community Meetings for Tennis Court Renovations at Howard, South Olive Parks

The City of West Palm Beach Parks and Recreation Department will host in-person and virtual meetings to review project renderings and gain resident feedback.

Click here for details about the Howard Park meetings.
Click here for details about the South Olive Meetings.

Recent Policy Actions

The next city commission meeting will be held on August 22 at 5 p.m. at City Hall, 401 Clematis St. Commission meetings are held every other Monday, and the public is encouraged to attend.
Click here to read the commission approvals and decisions from the commission meeting on August 8.
Click here to watch the meeting.
Click here for the schedule of upcoming public meetings.

Keep Kids Safe: Back to School Tips for Parents

With the recent start of the '22-'23 Palm Beach County schoolyear, Mayor Keith A. James, Police Chief Frank Adderley and Fire Chief Diana Matty wish students and parents a safe and healthy year. Share with your children important tips to keep them safe.
Click here to read these safety tips.

FREE Tree Giveaway on August 26

Visit us at Art, Dine, and Design in Northwood Village between 6 - 9 p.m. Help us reach our goal of planting 10,000 trees by 2025!

Registration is required by August 23. Click here for registration information.

Apply Today: COVID-19 Recovery Loans for Small-, Minority-, Women-Owned Businesses

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Upcoming Events
  • Arts in the Park (Heart & Soul Park, 825 N Rosemary Avenue): Saturday, August 13, 2 - 6 p.m. - Enjoy an afternoon of art and entertainment! Meet local artists and enjoy live painting demos, arts and crafts, food trucks and more.
  • Clematis by Night (Great Lawn, 100 N Clematis Street): Thursday, August 18, 6 - 9 p.m - The Holidazed (reggae/rock)
  • Movie Night in the Park (Heart & Soul Park, 825 N Rosemary Avenue: August 19. Event opens at 5:30 p.m., Movie begins at sunset - Enjoy this evening screening of Disney Pixar's "Soul." Free popcorn will be provided, refreshments will be available for purchase from on-site food trucks. Blankets and chairs are recommended.
  • Sunday on the Waterfront (Meyer Amphitheatre, 105 Evernia Street): Sunday, August 21, 4 - 7 p.m. - Sacred Union ft. The B-Side Horns (classic funk, rock)
Community event admission is free. Click here for the event calendar.

Mandel Public Library Events & Programs

Here's a snapshot of some of the August programs offered by the Mandel Public Library, 411 Clematis Street
  • Creative Movement Ballet
  • Food Assistance
  • Meet With a Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • Resume Help & Career Tips
  • Technology and Innovation Center
Click here for the library's calendar of programming!

Grassy Waters Preserve Activities

Reservations are required for all programs. Please call the Nature Center at (561) 804-4985 (TTY: 800-955-8771) to RSVP.

  • Boardwalk Tour
  • Canoe Cruise
  • Hike and Craft: Birds and Binoculars
  • Marsh Critters Dipnetting
  • Swamp Tromp
  • And more!
Click here for the Grassy Waters Preserve calendar of events.

Help Wanted: Volunteer at Grassy Waters Preserve!
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Hurricane Season: Preparedness is Key

The Atlantic Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30. The City reminds everyone to prepare ahead of time to help keep your loved ones and property safe.
Click here to access the City's Hurricane Readiness Guide.

Join Our Team!

The city is seeking candidates for several positions, including:

  • Bus driver
  • Fleet service technician
  • Risk management analyst
  • And more!
Click here to apply and to learn more about other employment opportunities.

Weekly Road & Dock Update

Know about road closures before your morning commute!
Click here for the report for the week of August 14.

City Resources

 

City Directory
Click here to access various department phone numbers.

Submit a Request
Click here to submit a request or report for illegal dumping, container request, street and lighting maintenance and more.

Code of Ordinances
Click here to access the City's Code of Ordinances.

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Questions? Contact us today: (561) 822-2222 (TTY: 800-955-8771)
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