Southern Blvd Resurfacing Project Open House Wed. Jan. 11, 2012
Jan 04, 2012 - Newsletter
On Wednesday, January 11, 2012, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will host an informational Open House for the resurfacing project on Southern Boulevard/ State Road 80, from Parker Avenue to just west of Washington Road, in the City of West Palm Beach. The Open House will be held from 4:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at the City of West Palm Beach Fire Rescue Station #2, 4301 South Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, FL, 33405, about 2 blocks south of Southern Boulevard. Project personnel will be on hand to discuss the scope of work, construction schedule, and address questions and comments.
This 0.77-mile project began Jan. 3, 2012, and will last 170 days, weather permitting. The estimated cost for construction is $1.5 million, with an estimated completion date of summer 2012. Work is being performed by Community Asphalt Corporation, with the Florida Department of Transportation’s Palm Beach Operations Center overseeing the project.
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Summer Academy @ your City Library
Jun 15, 2011 - Newsletter
Event: Summer Academy @ your City Library!
When: June 20, 2011 – July 28, 2011
Where: West Palm Beach Public Library
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The Summer Academy At Your City Library Is In Session!
Did you know that in the summer, kids can lose 20 to 30 percent of what they learned during the prior school year? The West Palm Beach Public Library wants to stop your child’s “summer slide” by offering free, fun, educational programs for elementary age children in a great learning environment!
Our Summer Academy is designed to keep the minds of children actively engaged by providing interactive programs under the supervision of a certified educator. At the summer Academy your child will play and learn while being taught key concepts through carefully developed lesson plans, tutoring sessions and educational games! Each week a different grade level will be featured.
Registration which begins June 6 is required and attendance at all four days is expected. The Summer Academy is underwritten by a grant from The Jim Moran Foundation.
Summer Academy Dates (for children entering the following grades):
Kindergarten: June 20 – June 23
1st graders: June 27 – June 30
2nd graders: July 5 – July 7
3rd graders: July 11 – July 14
4th graders: July 18 – July 21
5th graders: July 25 – July 28
Sessions (pick one):
10:00 AM -11:00 AM
11:15 AM -12:15 PM
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Register your child online or call 561-868-7703.
Press Release Contact: Jennifer Rodrick at 561-868-7722
Screen on the Green: Friday, June 10th
Jun 03, 2011 - Newsletter
West Palm Beach City Administrator Honored with Prestigious Award
Apr 19, 2011 - Newsletter
West Palm Beach City Administrator Edward Mitchell has been selected by the Florida City and County Management Association as the recipient of the 2011 “Michael J. Roberto Award for Career Development.”
This prestigious recognition is awarded to an FCCMA member who has made a significant contribution to the development of new talent in professional local government management (internships, mentoring, etc.).
Mayor Jeri Muoio said of the award, “I Congratulate Mr. Mitchell and appreciate the recognition of those city staff members who do exceptional work for our citizens every day.”
West Palm Beach Mayor Lois Frankel Final State of the City Address
Jan 18, 2011 - Newsletter
When: Wednesday, Jan.19, 2011 7:30 AM
Where: Palm Beach County Convention Center – Main Ballroom
West Palm Beach Mayor Lois Frankel will be addressing 800 of Palm Beach County’s movers and shakers Wednesday morning at the Palm Beach County Convention Center. This sold out event will be the Mayor’s last State of the City address. In the speech she will cover past challenges and successes and provide a look forward towards the city’s future.
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