Insider Newsletter for February 4, 2023

Published on February 04, 2023

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Celebrating Black History Month

Black History Month honors the contributions made by African Americans and Black individuals in their struggle for freedom and equality. Residents who identify as Black or African American account for 34.4% of the City's population, according to the 2020 U.S. Census.

Click here to learn more about upcoming celebratory events.

Utilities Workers Honored for Saving Man's Life

During his annual State of the City address, Mayor Keith James recognized six public utilities workers who were in the right place at the right time. While the team's focus is to maintain the integrity of the City's utilities installations, one family in particular will never forget their heroic actions.

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Mayor Keith James Delivers 2023 State of the City Address

Durig the most recent meeting of the Chamber of the Commerce of the Palm Beaches' monthly breakfast series, Mayor Keith James gave his annual State of the City speech. He shared updates regarding public safety, economic development, neighborhood investments, outstanding challenges and what to expect during his next term as mayor.

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Apply Today: Summer Camp Scholarship Program

The City's Parks and Recreation Department invites residents to apply for Palm Beach County’s Summer Camp Scholarship Program. These scholarships can be applied to the City's summer camp programs. Applications will be accepted through April 14.

Click here for more information.

Free Tree Giveaway on 2/24

Help us reach our goal of planting 10,000 trees by 2025! This program, an initiative of the City's Office of Sustainability, reflects our partnership with residents and businesses to beautify our neighborhoods, sustain the health of existing trees, and increase the city's shade canopy. Tree registration form is required.

Click here for more information.
Click here to access the registration form.

Presidents Day Closures

City Hall and the Mandel Public Library will be closed on Monday, Feb. 20, 2023 in observance of Presidents Day. On Tuesday, Feb. 21, City Hall will reopen at 8 a.m., and the library will reopen at 9:30 a.m. Regular trash services will be provided.

City Events & Activities

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 to access the Grassy Waters Preserve event calendar.

Community Events

  • Clematis by Night - Thursday, February 9, 6 -9 p.m.: New Horizon (R&B, Top 40)
  • Screen on the Green - Friday, February 10, 6:30 p.m.: Lightyear (PG)
  • GreenMarket - Saturday, February 11, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Community event admission is free. Click here for the event calendar.

Mandel Public Library Events & Programs

Here's a snapshot of some of the February programs offered by the Mandel Public Library, 411 Clematis Street

  • Creative Movement Ballet
  • Food Assistance
  • Itsy Bitsy Yoga
  • Meet With a Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • Resume Help & Career Tips
  • And more!
Click here for the library's calendar of programming!

Recent Policy Actions, Next City Commission Meeting

The next city commission meeting will be held at 5 p.m. on Feb. 6 at City Hall, 401 Clematis Street. Commission meetings are held every other Monday, except for holidays, and the public is encouraged to attend.

Click here to read the commission approvals and decisions from the commission meeting on January 23.
Click here for the schedule of upcoming public meetings.

Join Our Team, Apply Today!

The City is seeking candidates for several positions, including:

  • Athletic field maintenance sup.
  • Engineering services manager
  • Sanitation equipment operator
  • 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 February 5.

WPB-TV Lineup

Find WPB-TV listings and live broadcast times for City of West Palm Beach public meetings with the City’s new Public Meeting Broadcast Guide.

Click here for the Public Meeting Broadcast Guide

City Resources

Submit a Service Request

Click here to submit a service request for new trash containers, request, street and lighting maintenance, illegal dumping reports, and more.
Click here to download the WPB Key app for your mobile device.

City Directory

Click here for City department phone numbers.

Code of Ordinances

Click here for the Code of Ordinances.

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