This week, West Palm Beach experienced historic rainfall, with 11.67 inches over two days. As conditions improve, City crews continue clearing storm drains and addressing standing water. Residents who are experiencing flooding in their neighborhoods should call (561) 822-2222. Grassy Waters Nature Center and Cypress Boardwalk expected to re-open Saturday; other trails remain closed at this time.
Flooding disrupted trash collection in some neighborhoods. Residents who missed garbage, bulk or yard waste service should place excess bagged garbage, bulk items and vegetation out on their next scheduled pickup day. Public Works urges residents to remove items from the right-of-way until then to prevent storm drain obstructions.
City Hall, the Mandel Public Library, and the Grassy Waters Preserve Nature Center will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day. Regular trash collection will continue on a normal schedule. All City services will resume on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026. City Hall and Grassy Waters will reopen at 8 a.m. and the Mandel Public Library at 9:30 a.m.
The project features a Complete Streets approach and supports the safe use and mobility of all users, including pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists, and public transit riders, regardless of age or ability.
The City and it's consultant, DDEC, LLC, have come up with three concepts for the three main sections of the project. Each one incorporates vehicle travel lanes, bicycle lanes and sidewalks. The three proposed project sections are for Australian Avenue to the for three segments of the project between Australian Avenue and Broadway crossing both the Tri-Rail/SFRTA and the Florida East Coast/Brightline railroad tracks.
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Also under consideration are four types of bicycle lanes and separation options. Two options provide concrete barrier separations, a third includes bollards and a fourth has pavement markings. Under Florida law a motor vehicle shall yield three feet between a vehicle and a bicycle.
The 25th Street Improvement Project is a priority project for the City of West Palm Beach. The project is currently in the design phase. We anticipate construction to begin in 2026 or 2027.
The 25th Street Improvement Project will revitalize the 25th Street area, by providing safety and infrastructure improvements, connecting neighborhoods, and enhancing links to surrounding neighborhoods. Declining street conditions and aging infrastructure will be replaced or upgraded. The City of West Palm Beach is improving city streets for everyone. This project is both an infrastructure improvement and quality-of-life enhancement for our community.
Each city project considers the particular neighborhood and works to minimize construction impact on the community. Comments or questions may be shared at the city by using the contact information below.
The city seeks input from the public on bicycle facilities to be located in the project section between the SFRTA/Tri-Rail Railroad and Tamarind Avenue.
We want to hear from you.
Please email your comments to Community Engagement, or send them to the City of West Palm Beach Community Engagement, 401 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401.