At the June 22, 2026 City Commission Meeting, the Commission will consider a proposal to remove the current 80% discount on the City's Fire Service Assessment for nonprofit-owned institutional properties. This item is being brought forward following direction from the City Commission during a March 23, 2026 Mayor/Commission Work Session. Other Fire Service Assessment rates would remain unchanged.
West Palm Beach City Hall, the Mandel Public Library and the Grassy Waters Preserve Nature Center will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of federal Juneteenth National Independence Day. Grassy Waters Preserve Nature Center will reopen at 8 a.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2026, and the Mandel Public Library reopens at 9:30 a.m. City Hall will reopen at 8 a.m. on Monday, June 22, 2026.
Next date: Saturday, July 25, 2026 | 09:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Take a walk on the wild side during this hike through the cypress swamp. Be prepared to get wet and muddy! This hike is on a rugged trail that requires stepping over and ducking under vegetation and other obstacles. Expect knee-deep water levels.
Date: Saturday, July 25th
Time: 9:30am - 11:00am *Check-in 15 mins before program start time at the Nature Center*
Ages: 8 and over (with participating adult)
Cost: $10/adult, $5/child
Come Prepared: Wear closed-toe shoes that can get wet and muddy. Shoes should fit tightly enough not to be pulled off by the mud (water shoes or old sneakers are best). Bring a water bottle, hat, sunscreen, towel, and change of clothes.
Reservations required, space is limited. Please call the Nature Center to reserve a spot: 561-804-4985
Grassy Waters Preserve Nature Center
Grassy Waters Preserve, 8264 Northlake Blvd, 33412, View Map
8264 Northlake Blvd , 33412