City Earns Website of the Year Honors in Granicus Government Awards
Published on April 21, 2026
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Kathleen Joy, Director of Communications
City of West Palm Beach – Mayor’s Office
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City of West Palm Beach Honored in the 15th Annual Granicus Digital Government Awards for Website of the Year
WEST PALM BEACH, FL (April 21, 2026) — The City of West Palm Beach has received Website of the Year in the 15th Annual Granicus Digital Government Awards for delivering a vibrant, modern digital experience designed to make city information easy to find and engage with.
The homepage highlights key resident tasks, a prominent search experience, and intuitive pathways into essential services.
The City's switch‑ready hurricane homepage further demonstrates its commitment to preparedness, ensuring clear communication during moments of urgency.
“West Palm Beach’s website is notable for its bright, engaging homepage designed to make information easy to access for residents,” said Granicus UX Design Manager Kit Sullivan. “The prominent search bar provides an immediate and welcoming entry point to city services, while the playfully designed top tasks offer a clear, structured path for exploring key information. Their switch‑ready hurricane homepage shows an incredible commitment to public safety and resident experience — a shining example of a website serving as both a daily resource and an emergency‑ready response tool.”
The Granicus Digital Government Awards honor government organizations that are leading the way in digital service delivery, operational efficiency, community engagement, and public transparency. For more information, visit granicus.com/awards.
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The City of West Palm Beach is a vibrant and dynamic city on Florida's Atlantic coast. With a rich history, thriving arts and cultural scene, and a commitment to sustainability, the City of West Palm Beach is a great place to live, work, and play. As one of the three largest cities making up the South Florida region and the central city of Palm Beach County, West Palm Beach is a vibrant, growing waterfront city that seamlessly blends the business advantages available in the area with a more refined and relaxed environment for living and working, making it an exceptional destination for both residents and professionals alike. To learn more about the City of West Palm Beach, visit our official website or follow us on our social media: Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly known as Twitter), and LinkedIn.
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