The Next Level PANEL Returns for Final 2026 Session
Entrepreneurs, business owners, nonprofit leaders, and professionals are invited to the third and final session of The Next Level PANEL on Monday, Sept. 21, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Flagler Gallery in West Palm Beach City Hall.
This session, “Beyond the Bottom Line: Leadership, Legacy, and Long-Term Impact,” will feature Thais Sullivan of Valley Bank, Patrick Franklin of the Urban League of Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast, and Frank Hayden, director of the City’s Office of Small Business Programs. The conversation will explore intentional leadership, sustainable growth, and the decisions and relationships that help leaders create lasting impact.
Admission is free, but space is limited and advance registration is required.
Downtown Master Plan Update
The City of West Palm Beach invites the community to stay engaged as the Downtown Master Plan Update moves into its next round of public hearings.
The upcoming Planning Board meeting will be held in the City Commission Chambers at City Hall on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 6 p.m.
Residents, businesses and community stakeholders are encouraged to attend and learn more about the proposed updates shaping the future of Downtown West Palm Beach.
Have You Filled Out the Survey? The City's Office of Small Business Programs Wants to Hear From You!
The City of West Palm Beach Office of Small Business Programs is inviting City-certified vendors to share their feedback through a brief survey. Responses will help the City evaluate existing programs, resources, and outreach while identifying new ways to support the local small business community.
The survey is open NOW – September 29, 2026, and takes only a few minutes to complete.
Nights in Northwood Village: Latin Groove Project
Come celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us at Nights in Northwood Village, an open-air evening of live music, culture, creativity, and community featuring the infectious rhythms of award-winning percussionist Joe Collado.
Explore 50+ vendors offering art, fashion, handmade goods, vintage finds, and local eats, plus live entertainment that turns Northwood Village into a vibrant night market experience.
Stroll. Shop. Sip. Dance in the street. Nights in Northwood Village is where the neighborhood comes alive.
Community Services Report | August 2026
Through its Housing and Community Development (HCD) Department’s Community Services Team, the City of West Palm Beach continues its efforts to enhance the quality of life for residents by developing housing, social, and economic opportunities. In collaboration with multiple social service providers, City staff work to connect individuals with the resources and support needed to achieve stability and self-sufficiency.
In August 2026, 601 total services were rendered citywide to 191 individuals experiencing or at imminent risk of homelessness. The figures in the graphic highlight the Community Services Team's efforts and impact.
To learn more about the outreach team, read our monthly report.
West Palm Move is LIVE!
The City of West Palm Beach is proud to announce the launch of West Palm Move, a new public transit network combining a frequent, all-electric Fixed-Route with app-based On-Demand rides. West Palm Move replaces the RideWPB pilot service, which ended May 31, 2026, with an expanded, permanent mobility program serving residents, employees, and visitors across the City.
Fixed-Route service began on September 8, and On-Demand service begins on September 15. The app will also be available for download on September 15.
For more information, read the full press release or visit wpbmove.com.
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