Insider Newsletter for May 18, 2023

Published on May 18, 2023

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Governor's Hurricane Conference Returns to WPB

The Governor's Hurricane Conference, held at the Palm Beach County Convention Center, brought in experts to discuss new and better ways to prepare for and clean up after a hurricane.

Banyan Parking Garage Redesign Survey and Zoom Meeting

The City of West Palm Beach, CRA, and Parking Administration want your thoughts on a new design for the Banyan Parking Garage, located at 200 Banyan Boulevard. You're invited to a zoom meeting on Tuesday, May 23 at 6 p.m., or give us your thoughts on our online survey.Z

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Mayor James Encourages Residents to Prepare for the 2023 Hurricane Season

It's time to Prepare for the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season

The City of West Palm Beach would like to remind residents of the importance of being prepared for potential storms. While we hope that this season will be uneventful, it is always best to be ready in the event of a storm. The season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30, 2023

How Can I Prepare?

The Park is a Model for Great Municipal Golf

Discover what makes "The Park" truly remarkable in this engaging article that showcases the excitement surrounding this municipal golf course. Read firsthand accounts and explore the buzz surrounding this spot that has everyone talking.

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WPB Small Business Resource Fair

The City of West Palm Beach's Office of Small Minority/Women Business recently hosted a Small Business Resource Fair at Mandel Public Library. If you'd like to know more about business opportunities in our area, call (561) 822-2104.

Urban and Community Forestry Grant Keeps the West Palm Beach Tree Program Growing

West Palm Beach is once again the proud recipient of a grant from the Urban and Community Forestry Program. This grant supports the development of a comprehensive tree inventory, and complements the City's previous work in developing an Urban Tree Management Plan and a City-wide tree canopy assessment.

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The Vickers House to Relocate Services to

Eva W. Mack Community Hub

The Vickers House, a City of West Palm Beach Resource Center, announces its closing and upcoming relocation of services to the Eva. W. Mack Community Hub as the newly named Community Services Division.

Operations will cease at its current location on Friday, May 19, 2023, and begin its transition to the Eva W. Mack Community Hub as the Community Services Division on Tuesday, May 30, 2023.

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Homeless Activity Reporter

Take an active role in addressing homelessness in our City with the Homeless Activity Reporter. This user-friendly platform allows you to report and document homeless activity, providing valuable data for local authorities and organizations to develop targeted solutions. Join the movement today and be a catalyst for change, creating a compassionate and inclusive community for all.

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Interactive Artist Brings Intriguing Piece to WPB

Art doesn't always come in the form of a painting or sculpture, as interactive artists Autumn Kioti proved during a unique performance in City Hall's courtyard, sponsored by ArtLife West Palm Beach.

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.

Bald Eagle Speaker Series
Hog Hammock Hike
Canoe Cruise
Hike and Craft
Swamp Tromp
And, more!

Grassy Waters Preserve Event Calendar

Community Events

Sunday on the Waterfront (Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street)

Sunday, May 21, 4 - 7 p.m.

BNT Hurricane Party featuring Actual Bank Robbers

Clematis by Night (Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street)

Thursday, May 25, 6 - 9 p.m.

The Flyers: Rock

Screen on the Green (Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street)

Friday, June 9, 6:30 - 9 p.m.

Legally Blonde (PG-13)

FREE Community Event Calendar

Mandel Public Library Events & Programs

Here is a snapshot of some of the programs being offered this month by the Mandel Public Library, 411 Clematis Street

Happy Little Paintings
Author Expo
Chess Club
Hip Hop for Kids
Basic Job and Online Assistance
Dog Tales
And, more!

Library Programming Calendar

Recent Policy Actions, Next City Commission Meeting

The next City Commission meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 30 at 5 p.m. in City Hall, 401 Clematis Street. Commission meetings are held every other Monday, except for holidays, and the public is encouraged to attend.