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Insider Newsletter
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Mayor's Office
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A Vision for Public Safety | Community Meeting
"This week, Chief Tony Araujo and I welcomed residents to City Hall for an important conversation about public safety. Keeping our community safe is our top priority — and that work begins with trust. That’s why these conversations about the long-term vision for the West Palm Beach Police Department matter so much.
Public safety is the foundation for strong neighborhoods and new opportunities. Under Chief Araujo’s leadership, our focus is on building stronger relationships, increasing accountability, and making sure every resident feels safe, heard, and supported."
— Mayor Keith A. James
Attend the Final Meeting
Mayor Keith A. James and our newly appointed Police Chief Tony Araujo invite residents to participate in a conversation about the long-term vision for the West Palm Beach Police Department. Register now!
Upcoming Meeting: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 @ 6 p.m. | The location will be shared soon.
Alvarez and Marsal Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting
Mayor James celebrated with Alvarez and Marsal, a team of trusted financial advisors with offices on six continents and 39 countries now calling West Palm Beach home.
A&M, with its 14,000 associates, joins businesses nationwide that focus on West Palm Beach as a destination and a home for businesses and families.
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Empowering Youth in the City of West Palm Beach
"This week, I sat down with an amazing and driven young man named Owen, who asked me for a formal interview to complete an elementary homeschool project. He put great thought and care into his questions and even concluded with a strong handshake!
It's clear he's a natural when it comes to interviewing, and I was pleased to have him here at City Hall. I'm wishing Owen all the very best in his academic journey ahead.
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It's so important for us, as a community, to empower youth and to support their love of learning. That is why I am particularly proud to sit down for a unique interview like this or to invest in programs like the Youth Climate Action Fund (YCAF), where teens and young adults can create innovative solutions to climate change, particularly here in our City.
The creativity and leadership coming out of our youth in the YCAF program is inspiring. By working across sectors and taking the initiative to combat climate change, West Palm Beach students are taking their future into their own hands. I look forward to seeing these projects come to life."
— Mayor Keith A. James
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April 2025 is Officially Water Conservation Month in Our City
"During the latest City Commission Meeting, I officially proclaimed April as Water Conservation Month in the City of West Palm Beach. Our most precious natural resource here in our City — and around the world — is water.
Since 1998, Water Conservation Month reminds each one of us that we play a vital role in preserving our water supply for future generations to come. From simple, everyday habits to large-scale initiatives, conserving water ensures the health, resilience, and sustainability of our City.
Our City's drinking water comes primarily from the Grassy Waters Preserve, a 23-square-mile stretch of Everglades. This unique rain-fed ecosystem captures clean rainwater, free from roadway or urban runoff, and sustains the natural environment while providing high-quality drinking water for our City. Preserving this water supply is crucial. However, as this resource is dependent on rainfall, the City continues to explore innovative solutions — such as tapping into the Florida Aquifer and implementing advanced water treatment technologies like reverse osmosis — to secure our future water supply.
Thank you to our residents for doing your part in conserving water — and thank you to our nearly 375 dedicated Public Utilities team members across 17 divisions. Their hard work ensures that our drinking water is safe and reliable, and that our wastewater services are available to residents, businesses, and visitors every single day.
Also, please note that Palm Beach County is currently suffering severe and extreme drought. We strongly encourage enhanced water conservation measures and compliance, especially now."
— Mayor Keith A. James
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WPB-TV
The West Palm Beach GreenMarket is coming to an end for the season, but many vendors are already reaping the benefits of participating! Their hard work during this season's extended schedule has given them valuable exposure and, in many cases, extra sales.
Watch the video.
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Hurricane season starts on June 1, 2025 — and though it seems like there's plenty of time to prepare, it's never too early to start. The City of West Palm Beach is already making plans!
Watch the video.
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T-Minus 9 Days Until Vintage Vibes!
VINTAGE VIBES Presented by LOVE the Palm Beaches
Saturday, May 3, 2025 | 4 – 9 p.m. | Waterfront Commons | Event Details!
Get ready to rewind the clock and experience the magic of the ’80s and ’90s at Vintage Vibes powered by LOVE The Palm Beaches. We’re bringing five hours of nostalgia-fueled fun packed with live music, arcade games, roller skating, vintage cars, and more!
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Saturday is the FINAL GreenMarket of the Season
There is only ONE GreenMarket day left in the season — this Saturday April 26! Make sure to come out this Saturday for fresh produce, a variety of foods and desserts, and amazing finds!
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We Want Your Feedback!
We’re updating the Downtown Master Plan — and we need your voice to shape the future of our City!
Join the City of West Palm Beach for two exciting, interactive Visioning Discussions that will explore how we design, develop, and connect our Downtown.
Upcoming Discussions:
- Visioning Discussion #2: Wednesday, April 30 | 5 – 7 p.m. | Flagler Gallery, City Hall
- Visioning Discussion #3: Thursday, May 22 | 5 – 7 p.m. | Flagler Gallery, City Hall
Learn more about the Downtown Master Plan Update. Can't attend a meeting? No problem! You can fill out the survey online.
Spend time Downtown in the City of West Palm Beach!
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Touch-A-Truck Event
This week, toddlers and little tots were able to experience our City vehicles up close. The Mandel Public Library's Touch-A-Truck event is always a hit — kids love their trucks!
Vegetation Amnesty Days
REMINDER: Dispose of your leftover yard waste for free during Vegetation Amnesty Days!
West Palm Beach customers with residential trash service can place unlimited yard waste for pickup at NO EXTRA CHARGE. April 28 – May 9.
Learn more about the City's Vegetation Amnesty Days!
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* If you can't attend a meeting, no worries! Fill out the survey to participate.
Pleasant City Community Meeting
Join the City of West Palm Beach and the West Palm Beach Community Redevelopment Agency on Thursday, May 1, at 6 p.m. for the quarterly Pleasant City Community Meeting. We will provide updates on projects and community concerns, including safety. The meeting will be held at the Pleasant City Community Center located at 501 21st St, West Palm Beach, FL 33407.
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Historic Northwest Community Meeting
Join the City of West Palm Beach and the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) for the next Historic Northwest Community Quarterly Meeting on Thursday, May 8, from 6 – 8 p.m. at Heart & Soul Park! Get the latest updates on neighborhood projects, hear from multiple City departments about clean and safe initiatives, and share your feedback. This meeting will also feature a special presentation on the Downtown Master Plan and an exciting update on the Sunset Lounge.
Learn more at wpb.org/CRA or contact us at CRA@wpb.org | (561) 822-1550.
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Greatest American Cleanup
Thank you to everyone who took the Greatest American Cleanup Pledge by participating in this week's community cleanup!
The Greatest American Cleanup (GAC250) is Keep America Beautiful’s vision for making America look its best for our nation’s 250th birthday celebration in July!
The Keep West Palm Beach Beautiful team and volunteers participated in a community cleanup here in the City — which was also in honor of Earth Day!
For those who'd like to participate, there's another cleanup on Saturday, April 26!
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*Click the image above to watch the meeting!
Next City Commission Meeting
The next City Commission Meeting will be held on Monday, April 14, 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.
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Submit Service Requests with the WPB Key Portal
Submitting a service request has never been easier — access City Hall right in the palm of your hands! Sign in online or download the app. *Accessible in Español, Kreyòl Ayisyen, and Português.
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CITY NEWS | STAY INFORMED
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SPEND TIME IN WEST PALM BEACH
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Upcoming City Events
Grassy Waters Preserve | 8264 Northlake Blvd.
Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach | 411 Clematis St.
Office of Sustainability | Events & More
Participate in initiatives and events that reflect the City's mission to provide a healthy, equitable, environmentally progressive, resilient, and ecologically sustainable community for all!
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Questions? Contact us at (561) 822-2222 (TTY:800-955-8771)
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