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Insider Newsletter
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Mayor's Office
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Photos courtesy of Bloomberg Center for Cities at Harvard University
Rethinking Urban Governance for Climate Mobility Panel at Harvard’s Bloomberg Center for Cities
"As Mayor, I know that climate disruption is not a distant challenge. It is unfolding in real time. At Harvard’s Bloomberg Center for Cities, I joined the “Rethinking Urban Governance for Climate Mobility” panel to discuss how communities can prepare for this reality.
I shared why leadership must do more than theorize: we must anticipate, collaborate, and build resilient systems now. By embracing adaptive and inclusive planning, we can safeguard our communities and protect the future we share." — Mayor Keith A. James
19th Annual Palm Beach Partners Business MatchMaker Conference & Expo
"Here in West Palm Beach, small businesses are the backbone of our economy, the drivers of innovation, and the heart of our community.
That’s why, in 2019, we created the Office of Small Business Programs — to build opportunity and ensure every business has a chance to thrive and grow.
In the six years since, we’ve steadily increased the dollars awarded to small businesses, and today that impact can be seen across our City.
The results speak for themselves: in our most recent quarterly report, the City exceeded its 18% small business participation goal. In fact, last fiscal year, small businesses received more than $15 million in payments — representing 21% of our total competed dollars!"
— Mayor Keith A. James
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WPB-TV
The St. Jude Walk on the West Palm Beach waterfront, raising funds for research and treatment of childhood cancer, was a big success. The local walk was one of many held across the country, with the goal of finding a cure.
St. Jude Walk to End Childhood Cancer video.
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Community Highlights & Happenings
Mayor's Jumpstart Academy Awarded $10,000
Jeremy Morse, Executive Director with the Related Ross Foundation, awarded the Mayor’s Jumpstart Academy with a $10,000 grant. Since its launch in 2022, the Mayor’s Jumpstart Academy has provided more than three dozen entrepreneurs with training in finance, business planning, marketing, and qualifying for City contracts. Graduates also become eligible for grant funding to support their growth. This year’s program begins in October.
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Don't Miss These Incredible Waterfront Events!
*Click the images for more details!
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TONIGHT: Clematis by Night's Oktoberfest
Raise your steins and join us for Clematis by Night's Oktoberfest celebration tonight Thursday, September 25, from 6 - 9 p.m. We're bringing the spirit of Bavaria to the heart of West Palm Beach with food vendors offering a taste of authentic German cuisine, a selection of beer options to quench your thirst, and live music that will have you dancing all night long!
West Palm Beach GreenMarket is BACK NEXT SATURDAY!
From the ground up, we’ve grown into something truly special! The West Palm Beach GreenMarket is BACK starting Saturday, October 4 — with 150 vendors and an extended season through May 30!
8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with the City!
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The Mandel Public Library recently celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month in KidSpace with a family-friendly Fiesta!
Kids decorated T-shirts, enjoyed treats, did crafts with the Norton Museum of Art, and they even made some guacamole!
Watch WPB-TV's coverage of the KidSpace Fiesta event.
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Upcoming City Event:
Mark your calendars for the City's Hispanic Heritage Community Celebration on October 10! This event will be filled with the sights, sounds, and flavors of Hispanic culture!
Admission is free — everyone is welcome! This event is produced in collaboration with the Mandel Public Library and the West Palm Beach Downtown Development Authority.
Date: October 10, 2025
Time: 7 – 10 p.m.
Location: City Hall Courtyard | 401 Clematis Street
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WPB's Tallest and Vibrant Mural at The Spruce in Northwood Village is Complete!
The City of West Palm Beach is proud to announce that the monumental 8-story mural titled Color Field of Northwood by Renee Phillips is officially finished!
Commissioned by Affiliated Development for The City of West Palm Beach, Art in Public Places the City’s new mural is located at The Spruce, a new mixed-use development in the heart of the Northwood Village neighborhood.
The City of West Palm Beach Invites Business Owners to Participate in the 2026 Disparity Study Survey
The City of West Palm Beach invites business owners in the greater West Palm Beach area to participate in the 2026 Disparity Study by completing a short online survey.
This important study evaluates whether Minority and Women-owned businesses have equal access to compete for City contracts. Input from local businesses will provide critical data to help the City identify potential barriers in procurement, ensure fairness, and strengthen opportunities for all qualified vendors.
The online survey takes only 10–15 minutes to complete. Responses are anonymous and will be accepted now through Monday, September 29, 2025.
North Flagler Drive Road Closure at Currie Park | 9/29 – 10/15
North Flagler Drive near Currie Park will close from 23rd Street to 26th Street beginning Monday, September 29. These closures are due to underground utility work near the Currie Park Redevelopment site (2400 N Flagler Dr, West Palm Beach). The Bethesda Terrace will also be closed during this phase.
Detours
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Traffic on N. Flagler Dr. will be redirected to nearby parallel streets:
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Dixie Hwy and Ponce De Leon Ave are designated as detour routes.
- Pedestrians and cyclists:
For more information, please visit the official Currie Park project website.
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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, September 29, 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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