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• Insider Newsletters
• Nature Center Discover the exhibits currently featured at the Nature Center
• Meeting Room Policy
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• Parking Locations
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• Code Enforcement One of the City of West Palm Beach’s primary goals is to keep our neighborhoods beautiful. To maintain beautiful neighborhoods, the City has adopted codes which create minimum standards for properties within the City limits.
• Live Virtual Field Trips Join the Grassy Waters education team in a live stream from the Everglades!
• Plan Your Visit Find everything you need to know to make the most of your visit.
• Guidelines
• WPB Key This page takes you to the services portal.
• Parking Garages There are several garage structures for visitors to use wile in the downtown West Palm Beach Area.
• Meeting Room Guidelines
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Flood Information flood plain, flood, floods, flooding
• Volunteering Explore opportunities to join our volunteer team.
• Neighborhood Map A map to the multiple neighborhoods in West Palm Beach
• Special Events - Private Property Guidance and instructions for applying for a permit for a Special Event being held on private property.
• For Teachers Schedule an Everglades adventure for your students and access teaching resources for your classroom.
• Rental Rates & Additional Fees
• Mobile Printing
• Visit Responsibly Rules and regulations to keep you and our ecosystem safe.
• Illegal Dumping
• What Can I Recycle?
• Media Stay informed when a storm approaches. Be and stay prepared year-round not just during hurricane season.
• Residential Sanitation Pickup Days Map
• Parks & Recreation Learn about our parks and facilities, Youth and Adult Athletics for all ages, afterschool and camp programs, and more!
• Holiday Trash Pick Up Schedule Holiday Trash Pick Up Schedule
• West Palm Beach Cyanotoxin Expert Panel Review Executive Summary of the Cyanotoxin Expert Panel Review
• Cyanotoxin Expert Panel Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions
• Expert Panel Summary Report Executive summary of the expert panel studying the finding of Cyanotoxins in the West Palm Beach water supply.
• Paperless Billing How to enroll in paperless billing
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• City Commission District Maps Type in your address and learn who is your district City Commissioner.
• Event Listings Event Listings (Redirect Link that opens in a new window)
• Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
• Traffic Calming
• Traffic Count
• Cash, Investment & Debt Management The Cash Management Division oversees the following financial processes and programs.
• WPB-TV18 Video on Demand Watch the latest commission meeting or news produced by WPB-TV.
• Right-of-way Permit Viewer Right-of-way Permit Viewer
• Ongoing City Projects
• Leak Credit Form Did you receive a high water bill or a water leak that you had a plumber repair? You may be eligible for a credit.
• Maps and GIS Explore more than 30 maps and City mapping features from City Services, Community Resources, infrastructure
• Flood Information Is your property in a flood zone? Flood maps are dynamic and ever changing. Visit our Flood Information page to get essential information and check to see if your property is in a flood zone.
• Get Involved
• Eagle Trail
• WPB Key If you want to report an issue or ask a question, WPB Key is a great resource.
• About Grassy Waters Learn more about the history of the Preserve and find answers to our most frequently asked questions.
• Contact Sustainability
• City Initiatives
• Citations & Fines Pay your ticket online, by phone, in person, or by mail.
• Internal Auditor's Office The Office of the Internal Auditor is focused on more effective and efficient city operations, as well as compliance with laws, regulations, and policies.
• Office of Communications Communications works to ensure the media, residents and City employees have accurate to accurate, timely information.
• Ride West Palm Beach RideWPB is a free ride service within the greater Downtown West Palm Beach area.
• Welcome to TV-18 Sandbox
• Climate Change
• Lake Pavilion Amenities & Equipment / Floor Plan
• Conserve Water Together
• National Hurricane Center The national Hurricane Center, located on the campus of Florida International University in Miami, is the epicenter of hurricane tracking and information. They provide three, five and seven-day storm predictions.
• Get News & Alerts Emergency communications during a hurricane
• Hog Hammock Trail
• Cypress Boardwalk Trail
• Owahee Trail
• Chronic Nuisance This is information on the City of West Palm Beach Chronic Nuisance program
• FAQS Answers to Code Enforcement frequently asked questions
• Lien Reduction Information on the City of West Palm Beach Lien Reduction Program
• Police Station
• 3rd-5th Grade Resources
• Field Research Ranger Program
• Victim Rights
• Internal Affairs
• Records Department
• Report An Abandoned Vehicle
• House Watch Program
• Programs & Incentives Check out the various programs we offer to assist residents.
• Employee Relations The Employee Relations Division creates a direct link between the employees, managers, executives and elected officials.
• FAQs We're sure you have plenty of questions about working for the great City of West Palm Beach. You should find many answers here.
• Homeless Activity Reporter We're here to help the homeless. Our 10-person Homeless Advocacy and Response Team (HART) needs your help to identify those in need. Please click to report homeless through our WPB Key Programs & Assistance dropdown so we may reach out to those most in need.
• Program Descriptions
• 6th-12th Grade Resources
• Onsite Field Trips Bring your students on an Everglades adventure!
• Lesson Resources Videos and Activities Correlated to State Standards
• Office of Economic Development West Palm Beach is business-friendly. Through the office of Economic Development, we help new and relocating businesses learn about the City and the many advantages the City has to offer.
• Why West Palm Beach? West Palm Beach is a vibrant, diverse City that encourages new and existing businesses. Take a moment to see what some new and existing businesses have to say about the City of West Palm Beach.
• Parks & Facilities Locations
• Fire Department The West Palm Beach Fire Department is an all-hazards response agency protecting over 118,000 residents and millions of visitors who live, work and play in our growing City.
• Message from the Fire Chief
• Special Operations
• Emergency Management
• Fire Prevention Bureau
• Life as a Firefighter Paramedic
• Training and Safety Division
• Appeal a Parking Citation To request an appeal hearing for a traffic citation issued by the City of West Palm Beach, you must do so within fourteen (14) calendar days.
• File A Police Report FAQ
• Closing The Gap The City of West Palm Beach is committed to racial equity and is partnering with the Florida Housing Coalition to invest in Black homeownership as a participant of Closing the Gap, a Florida Housing Coalition.
• Flood Zones and Information Is your home in a flood zone? Check our map and learn about the flood zones.
• Code of Ordinances Review the Code of Ordinances City of West Palm Beach, Florida.
• Procurement The Procurement Department is responsible for purchasing all construction supplies, materials, equipment and services required by City departments and entities.
• Office of Small and Minority-Women Business Programs Established by Mayor Keith A. James, the Office of Small, Minority - Women-owned businesses created to help smaller City business owners. The office encourages business to be come certified to quality for City contracts.
• Athletics
• Afterschool and Camp Programs
• The Park - Municipal Golf Course Ushering in a new era in golf, The Park is a signature Gil Hanse-design course managed by the West Palm Golf Park Trust, a private foundation.
• Business
• File A New Police Report Online
• News Releases Click to view the latest news releases issued by the City of West Palm Beach.
• Subscribe to the Insider Newsletter
• Evacuation Routes Plan ahead and know your evacuation route should a hurricane or flood require your evacuation.
• Rental Property Guidelines
• Development Services Records The Department is the custodian of all planning & zoning, permitting, and business tax records, rather than the City Clerk's office.
• Shelters Before you evacuate, learn where the closest hurricane shelter is located.
• Special Needs and Pets Learn about requirements to register for Special Needs shelters and pet shelters.
• Permits - Frequently Asked Questions We understand the permitting process can be complicated. We're here to make it simple.
• Get a Library Card
• Career Online High School
• Directory of City Departments Contact telephone numbers for each City Department, and access a copy of the City's Organizational Chart.
• Suscríbase a ¿Que Pasa West Palm Beach? Simplemente llene el formulario para ser un subscriptor de ¿Que Pasa West Palm Beach?
• Codes and Directory
• TeenSource Homework help, manga, and more.
• About Mayor James Leader, father, Harvard-educated lawyer, Mayor Keith A. James is a champion of the City and its residents.
• City Lien Search The City provides electronic access to the City's interest against real property and unrecorded lien interests.
• Clear Lake Trail Opening
• Sustainability Volunteer Opportunities
• Services
• CCNA
• Computers, Wi-Fi, Print, Scan, Copy, Fax We have computers, printers, and more available to help you get things done.
• Driving Simulator Prepare for the road in a safe, virtual setting with our immersive driving simulator.
• Pickup Schedule
• Hurricane Preparation and Public Works
• Book a Meeting Room Need to reserve a space for your next meeting? The Library has meeting rooms available for many types of events and organizations.
• Request for Service
• Application Resources Quick access to Development Services documents, deadlines, meeting dates, fees and more.
• How to Make Changes to My Property
• Library History Discover the history of the Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach.
• Accounting Division The Accounting Division is responsible for providing accounting services to all departments and divisions in the City.
• Contact the Library Contact the Library
• City Administration The City Administrator is appointed as the chief administrative officer and COO of the city and oversees the city's day-to-day operations and staff of about 1,700 employees.
• Broadway Avenue Improvements FAQ's
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• Road and Dock Closures Know what roads are closed and where detours are in place. Stay up-to-date with the latest road construction in the City of West Palm Beach.
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• Audit Committee Meetings
• Address Finder Look up your address in West Palm Beach to learn about your commissioner, trash pickup schedule, flood zone, schools, and more.
• Water Bill Click to pay your water utility bill
• Parking Ticket Do you have questions about a ticket you just received? Click on the corresponding links below to find out what your options are.
• Utility Bill Click to pay your Utility Bill
• What’s Around Me? Find your recycling and trash pickup days, school district, nearby parks, and more.
• Trash Collection Learn about sanitation, trash collection, yard waste and commercial collections.
• Downtown Core
• Brelsford Park/Providencia Park
• Clearlake District
• Okeechobee Corridor
• Incentives
• Learn & Explore Watch educational videos and download guides and activities.
• Planning Division GovDelivery Get the very latest updates from the Planning Division - including public hearing reminders and instant notifications when agendas are posted!
• Kindergarten-2nd Grade Resources
• Homework Center Helper
• Broadway Corridor
• Bill Explanation
• Community Events
• Surplus Property for Affordable Housing Purposes The City of West Palm Beach is required every three years to adopt an inventory list of all real property within the City to which the City holds fee simple title that is appropriate for use as potential affordable housing.
• Available Venues
• Important Numbers
• Book a Study Room The library's study rooms offer semi-private spaces for studying, focusing, and getting work done.
• Event Permits
• Applications
• City Clerk's Resources
• Benefits The City of West Palm Beach provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package that includes city-paid health, dental, life, & vision insurance, retirement plans, paid vacation and sick leave and 12 paid holidays.
• Emergency Communication Be prepared for what a disaster strikes. Here are tips to help you be prepared and ready.
• STAR Award The Staff Appreciation and Recognition (STAR) Program has been developed to recognize and reward the diligent efforts of employees who provide outstanding quality services to our city. Employees who receive STAR awards have demonstrated exemplary behaviors and skills.
• My Account
• Meeting Room Application
• Report Water & Sewer Emergencies
• Report Damage by an Outside Contractor Report Damage by an Outside Contractor
• Green Living
• Pleasant City
• CRA Advisory Board
• Mayor / Commission Work Sessions
• Mayor/Commission Work Session Agendas Mayor/Commission Work Session Agendas
• Water Service Line Inventory Information on all of the Public Utility's water service pipes, methods to identify pipe material, and educational resources to learn about lead.
• Art Studio 411 Take a hands-on art class and create something new.
• EV Charging & Amenities The City has teamed up with Blink Charging Co., to upgrade EV charging in three City garages. Also, here you can learn about our real-time monitoring, safety measures and parking ambassadors.
• ArtLife WPB Public Art Projects Art abounds in West Palm Beach. Around almost every corner residents will find examples of public art.
• Emergency Medical Services
• GCFGlobal - Creativity & Design Discover courses to learn the basics of graphic design, Photoshop, digital imaging, and more.
• Tinkercad - 3D Design Jump into the world of 3D design, electronics, and coding. Discover hundreds of projects to help beginners learn how to design and make just about anything.
• Senior Tech Connect Learn with Maria! STC Live is an AI-powered platform that revolutionizes tech education for older adults, making learning more accessible, personalized, and available anytime, anywhere.
• GCFGlobal - Technology Get started with computers, or enhance your skills. With over 200 topics, including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, email, and much more. For all levels of learners.
• DigitalLearn.org If you are new to computers, haven't used them for a while, or just need a bit of a refresher, use these tools to help tackle technology at your own pace.
• Northstar Assessments Test what you know. Interactive digital literacy tests that allow you to demonstrate basic computer skills and view your results.
• Fire Fee Frequently Asked Questions The Fire Assessment Fee is a special assessment program that provides a dedicated, stable source of funding for fire services excluding emergency medical services.
• Calendars Keep track of city-produced events and public meetings with these online calendars, updated regularly by the City of West Palm Beach.
• Budget Division The Budget Office prepares and administers the City’s annual budget in accordance with Florida Statutes and policies of the City Commission.
• Free Online Resources for Children and Teens Selected by our librarians for learning and fun.
• KidSpace Just for children and their families.
• Teacher Request for Materials We love our teachers! Need classroom materials? We can help.
• Notary Services Notary services are typically available Sunday through Thursday. Library card holders will receive one free stamp per day.
• New & Popular
• Your Next Read
• Birdwatching Get started with birdwatching.
• Preparing for A Storm Make sure to prepare for a storm. Check your supplies and make sure you have a plan.
• Job Help & Resources Get help with your resume, or receive guidance for your next career move.
• Green Living Lab
• Community Events Calendar
• Center for Smart Streetscapes
• Downtown/City Center
• Clematis by Night: KRUSH Party Band Thursday, December 19, 2024
  6-9:00 p.m., West Palm Beach Waterfront
  West Palm Beach, FL 33401
• Clematis by Night: No Concert Thursday, December 26, 2024
  NO CONCERT
  Sandi's Music & Light Shows & Ferris Wheel
  Still Operate on Normal Schedule
• Clematis by Night: Bobby Rodriguez Orchestra Thursday, December 12, 2024
  6-9:00 p.m., West Palm Beach Waterfront
  West Palm Beach, FL 33401
• Directions and Parking
• Rate Schedule 2023 Rate Schedule
• RAISE Federal Grant Program City awarded an $8.1 million federal infrastructure grant.
• Task Force on Racial & Ethnic Equality In response to the George Floyd killing, the City created this task force to examine the City and ensure safety for all residents. The task force conducted an independent assessment of the City's programs and policies before issuing the findings.
• Hotline Not sure what number to call at the West Palm City Hall? Just call our hotline and we can direct you, or use the WPB Key app to report an issue online or on your mobile device.
• LGBTQ+ Liaison West Palm Beach is an accepting community and encourages all residents to be themselves. This page is to introduce the liaisons with the LGBTQ+ community.
• Hispanic Liaison Our goal to be accessible to all residents and ethnicities.
• Accessibility The City of West Palm Beach is committed to serving the needs of all of its citizens and visitors, and our goal is to ensure access to information for a diverse audience.
• Make an Appointment If you need to speak with someone face-to-face, just call our department contacts. We'll be happy to meet with you.
• Stay in Touch Sign up for the City's Newsletters or participate in one of our surveys.
• Single-Use Plastics
• Sandi Shares Harmony Sandi shares Harmony, and her Happy Herd of llamas.
• Hiring Event & Expo Dress for success and bring your resume.
• King Tides
• Engineering The Engineering Services Department works collaboratively with all departments to maintain, design and construct the existing and future infrastructure essential to the safety, health and quality of life for the citizens, businesses, and visitors of West Palm Beach.
• Industrial Park
• Human Resources Service is a top priority at the City of West Palm Beach. When you become a part of our family, it is important to us that every person who works here feels valued and welcomed.
• Trail Information Full trail system in Google Maps and links to individual trail details.
• Life as a West Palm Beach Police Officer
• Digitize Photos Digitally preserve your photos and documents.
• Digitize VHS Tapes Digitize VHS tapes and more.
• Your Waterfront. Your Way. Your Waterfront. Your Way. is an initiative to get your thoughts about how the West Palm Beach waterfront should be maintained or developed. We held three community meetings. Click to review the meetings.
• Blood Pressure Activity for heart health.
• 2024 Mayor/City Commission Workshop Agendas
• Clematis by Night Holiday Tree Lighting Thursday, December 5, 2024
  6-10:00 p.m., West Palm Beach Waterfront
  West Palm Beach, FL 33401
• Privacy Policy Your privacy is very important to us. Our policy is to collect no personal information about you when you visit our site, unless you tell us you have chosen to make such information available to us.
• Public Safety Redirect to Public Safety agencies
• ArtLife WPB: Calls to Artists and Opportunities We are always looking for talented artists for various projects. Reach out to Sybille Welter to see what opportunities are available.
• WPBPD Careers
• UV System and Water Plant The UV System is designed to control bacteriological contaminants typically found in surface and ground water supplies.
• Stormwater Division The division aims to protect the public’s safety manage rainfall drainage and prevent waterway pollution
• Environmental Management System The City of West Palm Beach Public Utilities Department strives to provide efficient, reliable and economical water, wastewater and storm water services. Protecting our water resources and preventing pollution is an important part of this mission.
• Backflow/Cross Connection If you have questions regarding Backflow Prevention and/or Cross Connections call our Backflow Hotline.
• A-Z Guide to Waste Disposal & Recycling The following is a list of common household items and how to dispose of them.
• Household Hazardous Waste
• Trash & Sanitation Collections before and after a storm, preparing for a storm, storm cleanup
• Hurricane Drill May 23, 2024
• Street and Lighting Maintenance Street and Lighting Maintenance
  What we do
  Pothole, curb and sidewalk repairs
  Install traffic calming devices, street signs and traffic barricades
  Paint parking lines and traffic warning markers on our roadways
  Street Light repair
• Residential RESIDENTIAL SOLID WASTE GUIDELINES
  RESIDENTIAL PICKUP SCHEDULE
  REQUEST A NEW OR REPLACEMENT GARBAGE CART
  ADDITIONAL CAN
  REPLACEMENT RECYCLE BINS
  DO’S AND DON’TS
  WHERE TO PLACE YOUR GARBAGE CAN
  WHEN MOVING TO A NEW ADDRESS
• Our Divisions
• Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions for Customer Service
• Protecting Water Quality - Source to Tap
• Fats, Oil & Grease What do bacon, ice cream, and peanut butter all have in common? They are more than just tasty treats. They are also sources of fats, oils, and grease, known as FOG, and they can clog your pipes.
• Our Watershed Our watershed is a unique and complex area and YOU have a special role to play to ensure its health for years to come.
• Cyanotoxin Expert Panel A convened panel of industry-leading water quality experts to identify solutions following the May 2021 response to cylindrospermopsin (a cyanotoxin produced by blue-green algae).
• Public Utilities The Department of Public Utilities provides essential services that ensure communities function smoothly and efficiently.
• WPB CRA News & Happenings
• Billing & Payments Learn about paying your bill online, by mail or in person.
• Contact Us
• Railroad Safety
• Road Resurfacing Program
• Mayor's Insider Newsletters older than 30 days
• Public Program Calendar Join us for an educational and entertaining Everglades experience.
• Procurement The Procurement Department is responsible for purchasing all construction supplies, materials, equipment and services required by City departments and entities.
• Research & Learn Learn something new.
• More Resources Additional links to help you prepare for a storm.
• Report a... Here are helpful ways to report an issue, violation or damage to City property. With your help, we can resolve potential problems faster.
• Contact Need help and unsure who to contact. Here is a list of resources.
• Mayor Keith A. James
• A member of the City Commission
• The West Palm Beach Police Department
• A member of Code Enforcement
• A specific department at the City
• Pay my... Here's a quick and easy way to help you pay City fees or citations.
• Watch ... Keep up with the latest broadcast from City Hall. Watch past City Commission, CRA or many other boards and committees.
• The latest City Commission meeting
• WPB TV 18 On Demand
• WPB TV 18 Live Stream
• Abandoned vehicle
• Learn... Not quite shore where to turn to learn about City services? Get many of your questions answered with these helpful connections.
• Report water & sewer emergencies
• Damage by an outside utility contractor
• Police report online
• Code violation
• Homeless Activity Report homeless activity within the City of West Palm Beach
• Venue rental fees
• Utility Bill
• For my permit
• Sanitation bill
• Library meeting room
• Parking ticket
• Business Tax
• About the City Budget
• How to prepare for hurricanes
• Bus and free City van routes
• City news and event
• How to perform at a City event
• Regulations for historic properties
• Who maintains my street light? Find out who maintains the street and light through out GIS map.
• Where the City Docks are located and is there a cost? Where are the City's boat docks located and is there a cost to launch or dock my boat?
• How to request the Police watch my home during vacation
• Requirements to rent my property
• My trash collection service days
• How to appeal a parking ticket
• How to volunteer for the City
• Residential landscape requirements
• What roads and docks are closed
• My yard trash / bulk waste pickup days
• Downtown Parking
• A meeting agenda
• The City's Code of Ordinances
• A lien search
• A property's code case
• My flood zone
• What are my property's setbacks?
• Risk Management
• Aerial Drone as First Responder (DFR)
• Water Quality Reports Each year, the Public Utilities Department compiles a Consumer Confidence Report or Water Quality Report that informs consumers about where their water comes from and what’s in it.
• 9-11 Memorial Tribute
• Fire Stations
• Library Registration Library Inside Registration page
• Transportation Services Check in for a host of options to get here and get around.
• Records Requests
• Event Calendar
• Entrances and Parking Areas Decide where to park based on which trail you want to visit
• Engineering Forms, Permits and Applications
• High-Efficiency Toilet Credit Program
• WPB-TV WPB TV is the City of West Palm Beach Public, Education, Government television station. It is available on Comcast and on the City's YouTube channel.
• Watch WPB-TV18 Live Watch WPB-TV 18 live. See what is happening in the City and catch up on past meetings.
• A Community Portrait: West Palm Beach A Community Portrait: West Palm Beach is a city wide public art project, where artists and photographers unite to build and create community awareness through black and white portraits, inspired by the Inside Out Project platform.
• Online Payments See your payment options or make a payment online.
• Mission and Vision In Partnership with our communities, West Palm Beach delivers exceptional customer service that enhances quality of life.
• Lee Feldman (Firm: The Euclid Group, LLC)
• Matthew Barnes (Firm: WGI, Inc)
• Woodlawn Cemetery
• Historic Designation Plaque Program
• Meetings & Special Events
• Lobbyist Registration
• Urban Design (Downtown) The Urban Design Section of the Planning Division is responsible for the review of all downtown development, subject to the provisions of the Downtown Master Plan (DMP). The DMP exists to ensure that all new buildings contribute to the urban life of the city. The Downtown Action Committee meets on a monthly basis.
• WPBFD Careers
• Mayor Keith A. James offers his Condolences for the Fallen Deputies “We are so saddened by the news of the recent loss of the PBSO officers who gave their lives to protect our community. Their unwavering commitment to protect and serve will forever be remembered and appreciated by our community. Unfortunately, they paid the ultimate sacrifice as they worked to protect the safety of our community. Our community owes each of them an eternal debt of gratitude.
• Kobi Karp (Firm: Kobi Karp Architecture & Interior Design)
• Election Information
• 1400 in 8 Early in 2024, Mayor Keith A. James announced an ambitious plan to create 1400 affordable, workforce homes by the send of his second term as Mayor. This was the third time he set the bar. In 2021, he set it at 300-in-3 years. In 2023, he challenged developers to create 600-units in 3 years. After exceeding 600 units. he raised the bar to 1400-in-8 years.
• Comprehensive Planning The Comprehensive Planning Section carries out long-range planning and transportation functions within the Planning Division at the City of West Palm Beach. The Comprehensive Planning team is responsible for the establishment, review, and enforcement of the City of West Palm Beach Comprehensive Plan.
• John K. Shubin (Firm: Shubin Law Group, P.A.)
• Contact Us
• Northwood / Pleasant City
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• December
• October
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• 2025 Mayor/City Commission Workshop Agendas
• Commission & CRA Agendas
• Parking Permits The City of West Palm Beach offers monthly garage, lot and on-street parking permits for purchase.
• Teacher Resources
• Directions & Parking
• Schedule of Holiday Events Save the date for these special events!
• Sandi's Music & Light Shows 6-10:00 p.m. nightly through December 30,
  and 6:00 p.m.-Midnight on December 31
  on the West Palm Beach Waterfront
• Partners & Sponsors
• City Center Podcast: Sandi Tells All! "What's new at Holiday in Paradise 2024" podcast with Mary Pinak, Gerry Marcelo, and Sandi, the 700-ton Holiday Sand Tree!
• Heart and Soul Park Discover the rich history and vibrant future ...
• Ferris Wheel 6-10:00 p.m. nightly through December 30,
  and 6:00 p.m.-Midnight on December 31
  on the West Palm Beach Waterfront
  $5 per person per ride plus taxes and fees
• Public Meeting Broadcast Schedule
• Awards & Recognitions The City of West Palm Beach is proud to let residents and visitors know the many awards and accolades the City has earned.
• Commercial Dumpsters & Compactors Commercial Solid Waste Guidelines
  Helping Your Driver Service You
  To help us provide you with the best service possible, please follow these simple rules:
• Climate Smart Floridians
• Mayor's Jumpstart Academy Mayor Keith A. James believes in giving West Palm Beach's fledgling businessman and businesswomen an extra boost in the business world. He believes local small businesses deserve a chance to compete for City contracts and to succeed.
• Directory of City Departments Looking for a direct line to a specific department? Here is a list of the City Departments and hours of operation.
• Contacts Find info to contact the City, ask a question, offer a suggestion or report an issue.
• Browse & Borrow Discover all the things you can borrow! Books, movies, music and more.
• LibCabinet Book Kiosk Check out books from our kiosk located in the Pleasant City Community Center and Youth Empowerment Center.
• Communications The mission of the City's Office of Communications & Marketing in the Office of Mayor Keith A. James is to ensure that the media, citizens and city employees have access to accurate, timely information from the City of West Palm Beach.
• Staff Picks
• Less Meat, Less Heat
• Vote for Sandi! Vote daily through 11:59 a.m. on December 2, 2024
• Community Service - historical stories
• Meetings
• Budget Planning How our city spends its money is important and affects us all. Just like many people have a budget at home, we make a budget here at the City to make sure we spend wisely, fairly and efficiently for the whole community.
• Developer Outreach The Department holds outreach meetings with developers, property and business owners, planners, architects, engineers, realtors, etc. to provide a "State of the City" to those interested in the current status of development within the community.
• Events
• Ferris Wheel Rules Ferris Wheel Rules.
• Historic Northwest
• Homeschool at the Library We have great programs and resources for homeschool students.
• Economic Development | Celebrations Celebrating businesses - one success story at a time!
• Economic Development | Programs & Incentives Economic Development, Programs and Incentives.
• Economic Development | Resources Additional tools to help new or relocating businesses
• Office of Economic Development Mayor Keith A. James is a economic advocate working tirelessly to encourage new businesses to move to the City and bring new opportunities to the City and residents.
• File an Employee Commendation
• File an Employee Complaint
• Finance Reporting to City Administration, the Finance Department serves the Mayor, City Commission, and City Administration as Financial Manager, City and CRA Treasurer, Budget Officer and Accounting Manager.
• Forms and Documents Forms and documents and applications for Planning & Zoning, Building & Permitting, Business Tax, and Lien Reductions.
• Palace Project A diverse mix of titles from major publishers, dozens of independent publishers, and Amazon Publishing.
• Ebooks, Movies & Music
• Hoopla Enjoy a wide selection of ebooks, audiobooks, music, and movies for both kids and adults - with no holds and no waiting.
• Kanopy Discover streaming movies, independent, foreign, and classic films, and content for kids.
• NewsBank Read The Palm Beach Post, Palm Beach Daily News, and other local and major newspapers for free.
• CloudLibrary NewsStand Thousands of popular magazines and newspapers available instantly.
• CloudLibrary Your go-to app for the newest ebooks and audiobooks - including bestsellers - as well as older favorites.
• Join Our Team
• Ukulele Have fun making music.
• Video Games Play popular console video games.
• Seed Library Get growing! We have seeds to get you started.
• GoPro Camera Shoot photos and video at any speed.
• Play Paks Kids and families will have fun while learning.
• Fishing Relax and connect with nature by the water while fishing.
• Stargazing Explore the wonders of the night sky.
• Ghost Hunting Search for spirits with the various gadgets in this kit.
• Portable DVD player Watch movies or TV shows on the go.
• Video Projector Home Theater Perfect for movies, TV shows, presentations, and gaming.
• Wi-Fi Hotspot Internet connectivity on the go!
• Playaway Launchpad Pre-loaded with games that help kids learn about managing money.
• City Clerk The Office of the City Clerk is the official record custodian of the city and supervisor of City elections.
• Let's Get Spooky Enjoy some spooky (and not-so-spooky) fun for everyone.
• Dinovember A month of roaring good fun!
• Taxes Filed Free Free tax help for those who qualify.
• Solicitations
• Library of Things You can borrow much more than books.
• Home Features
• Public Works The Public Works Department provides the citizens of West Palm Beach a quality of life that promotes health, safety and economic well-being through quality Sanitation services and Street and Traffic Maintenance.
• Audit Plans
• Domestic Partnership
• Public Records Requests
• Library Policy Library Policy
• Currie Corridor
• Important City Documents In an effort to provide clear and complete information to its residents, The City of West Palm Beach offers easy to find direct links to important information about the city and its operation.
• Energy Conservation
• Homework Center Kids and teens can get help with their homework from certified teachers for free!
• Mandel Mobile Our minivan travels to our communities bringing library services to you!
• CLPP Cigarette butts continue to be the single most littered item in the United States! Cigarette litter is particularly harmful and prevalent in urban areas. One rain storm can carry thousands of cigarette butts into creeks, streams and our intercoastal where they are harmful to our wildlife and water quality.
• Art in Public Space West Palm Beach's ArtLife Public Arts program helps to bring public art that creates local pride and heightens our sense of cultural diversity.
• News Releases Find the latest press releases from the City.
• Newsletters Sign up for updates from the City.
• Road and Dock Closures Stay ahead of any planned road closure by following the weekly Road and Dock closure report.
• Hurricane Readiness Guide Preparing for hurricane season means deciding if you should ride out the storm in your home or evacuate to safer shelter.
• Emergency Communications Be prepared for when a disaster strikes. Here are tips to help you be prepared and ready.
• WPB-TV18 WPB-TV is a cable-only and streaming channel dedicated to City news and events.
• Business Tax A business tax receipt is required for operating a business or renting property within the City.
  - Business Tax Receipt
  - Rental Tax Receipt
• Building Staff Directory Building Division Staff Directory
• Planning Division -Comprehensive Planning
  - Historic Preservation
  - Urban Design (Downtown)
  - Zoning
• EPL Guide & Information Information about the EPL permitting software including PDF guides and Youtube video walkthroughs
• Development Services The Planning & Zoning and Building divisions of the Development Services department work to promote planning regulation, and the health, safety, and welfare of the community and first responders. The department is responsible for historic preservation, Zoning code, building permitting and inspections, business tax administration, and public records related to those activities.
• Building Division - Business Tax
  - EPL/Civic Access portal
  - Permitting & Inspections
  - Private Property Special Events
• City Center Podcasts Get the latest inside information from City experts on City Center Podcasts
• Hours, Location & Parking
• Planning Staff Directory Planning Staff Directory
• Hurricane Readiness Guide Mayor Keith A. James wants you to be prepared should a hurricane approach the City of West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County. Know your evacuation routes, shelters and make sure you have supplies.
• 2025 Bicycle Master Plan
• Visitors Our new Tourism website has launched at www.visitwpb.org
• Contact Code Enforcement
• Calendar of Hearings A list of Code Enforcement Special Magistrate Hearing Dates
• Sitemap This is a visual sitemap of the website's page structure.
• Office of Small and Minority/Women Business Programs Opportunity! Small and minority/women business programs businesses often feel left out when it comes to City contract. This doesn't happen in West Palm Beach. Our office takes an active role is helping small and minority-owned business-owners and entrepreneurs get a head start.
• Sustainability Newsletter Stay informed by reading the latest Sustainability Newsletter
• Caroline Villanueva(Firm:Florida Crystals Corporation & its affiliate
• Tyler Woolsey (Firm: Urban Design Studio, LLC)
• Bradley MIller (Urban Design Studio, LLC)
• Rob Dinsmore (Urban Design Studio, LLC)
• Shayne Broadnix (Urban Design Studio, LLC)
• Job Fair On February 4, in partnership with CareerSource Palm Beach.
• Fees and Ordinance View the current Sanitation Fee Schedule
• Ken Tuma (Urban Design Studio, LLC)
• Joni Brinkman (Urban Design Studio, LLC)
• Office of Mayor Keith A. James Keith James was first elected Mayor of the City of West Palm Beach on March 12, 2019 and re-elected, unopposed, to a second-four year term in 2023.
• Hire an Off-Duty Officer
• Sustainability Advisory Committee Permanent City of West Palm Beach Sustainability Advisory Committee Established
• Helen Cohen (Firm: Urban Design Studio, LLC)
• Janelle Vinson (Urban Design Studio, LLC)
• Artist Alley Meet local artists, browse, and shop.
• Panelists Enjoy great discussions on a variety of fandom topics.
• Schedule of Events See what happening and when.
• Activities Find your happy place.
• Historic Preservation FAQs Historic Preservation FAQs
• Ronald Klein (Firm: Holland & Knight, LLP
• WPB & Historic Preservation An overview of historic preservation in the city and benefits of preservation.
• Historic Preservation The City of West Palm Beach's Historic Preservation Program is responsible for maintaining the heritage of our 18 locally-designated historic districts and 46 individually-designated sites for future generations through design review and guidance.
• Engineering Standards Details
• Interactive Map of Public Art With more than 100 art projects in the City, West Palm Beach encourages you to absorb the work of our artists.
• Collection Connection Explore the city and connect with art. Earn collectable pins and prizes.
• Community Services Find assistance with food, jobs, and more.
• All About Books Staff picks, book clubs, what's new and more for the love of reading.
• I Want To Find the easiest ways to apply, contact, find, learn, pay City fees, report, request or watch City government
• City participation in a neighborhood meeting City participation in a neighborhood meeting
• Request a... Need a new trash container or help with public documents? We're here to help guide you through your request.
• SMWBE Program Highlights
• Apply for a... Learn how to apply for various City services.
• Parking Administration Make City of West Palm Beach Parking Services a part of your visit! Rates are affordable. Amenities-- such as EV charging, safety escorts and parking permits-- are plentiful. Convenience is exceptional.
• 901 N. Tamarind Avenue
• Contact Development Services Get links for online services, phone numbers and email addresses.
• No trespassing sign
• Public record
• Property survey
• Fallen Officers
• City Job Opportunity
• Road resurfacing
• Malfunctioning traffic light
• New trash container
• A broken sidewalk or curb
• Business Tax Receipt
• Pothole
• SBE MWBE Certification
• Alarm Permits and Ordinance Information
• Security Camera Registration
• GreenMarket vendor opportunity
• Weekly insider newsletter
• Library item
• Department Directory & Services
• National Night Out
• No Trespassing Signs
• Police Department News Releases
• Building Permit Visit our Building Division for all this information.
• Library Card Apply for a library card for the Mandel Public Library.
• Lien Reduction
• Yard Waste & Bulk Vegetation Amnesty Days
  The Amnesty Program helps the City provide a comprehensive city wide clean-up effort of yard debris prior to hurricane season.
  To take advantage of the Yard Waste Amnesty Days please follow the City’s regular Yard/Bulk rules, with the exception of size.
• West Palm Beach Police Department Welcome to the City of West Palm Beach Police Department.
• View the latest CRA Meeting
• Book Clubs Enjoy great discussions and share the love of reading.
• Special Events You're invited to experience something more.
• Mobility & Transportation
• Maps Map links to Zoning, Historic Buildings and City projects.
• Police Explorers
• Join Our Team We're hiring, click to learn more.
• Grassy Waters Preserve Grassy Waters Preserve is a 23-square-mile wetlands ecosystem that serves as the freshwater supply for the City of West Palm Beach and the towns of South Palm Beach and Palm Beach Island.
• Apoxee Trail
• Volunteer Library Assistant
• Technology Tutor
• History of the Market
• Vendors
• Special Events
• News and Events
• Palm Beach International Boat Show Parking Rates Special rates will be in effect during the Palm Beach International Boat Show.
• Pay Your Parking Ticket Pay your ticket online, by phone, in person or by mail.
• Rates & Payment Find out more information about parking rates and payment.
• Safety Features and Contact Information Safety is a priority. Also, here's how to contact our team.
• Watch The Latest City Commission Meeting View your City Government leaders in action.
• Reports & Peer Reviews
• Reports and Notices The City participates in federal HUD programs. In order to receive the funds, the City of West Palm Beach must adopt an Annual One-Year Action Plan that is consistent with its Five-Year Consolidated Plan.
• Hours, Location & Parking
• Community Events Calendar
• Sunday on the Waterfront
• Screen on the Green
• IFEA World Festival & Event City
• Soul in the City Jazz Experience
• 4th on Flagler
• The Park at West Palm Beach
• Volunteer Services Want to give back to your community? We have a variety of volunteer opportunities!
• Athletics We offer Adult and Youth sports!
• City Docks and Sailing Instruction The City of West Palm Beach has four docks for launching boats.
• GreenMarket Master Chef Showcase
• GreenMarket Daily Vote Reminder Show Your Love for the WPB GreenMarket by Voting Every Day!
• Nonprofits at the GreenMarket
• Holiday in Paradise
• Reports and Plans
• About the Library
• CRA Staff
• Residents
• Technology & Innovation Center Digital art & animation, 3D printing, audio recording, photo editing, and much more!
• Youth Climate Action Fund
• English Tutoring - ESOL
• City Nature Challenge
• Fan Fest Needs You! Panelists and artists apply now.
• Financial Literacy Month April is Financial Literacy Month! Enjoy giveaways & activities all month long.
• Job Opportunities If you are looking to work in an environment where your skills and abilities can be utilized and challenged, where you can contribute to moving the business forward and where you can make a difference every day, then we want to hear from you. Be a part of our success.
• Support the Library Ways to get involved and support the library.
• ESOL Volunteer
• Keep West Palm Beach Beautiful KWPBB collaborates with residents, volunteers and our community partners for the purpose of providing Community Restoration and Community Resiliency for all of West Palm Beach.
• Sports & Specialty Camps
• City Fun Summer Camp summer camp
• Remix Art Studio
• Clematis by Night
• WPB GreenMarket
• Vintage Vibes
• Research
• Facility & Pavilion Rentals Check out our rental locations for your next family gathering!
• Mandel Fan Fest A celebration of all things fandom!
• Safe Water Dashboard This page is dedicated to informing you on cyanotoxins produced by cyanobacteria (blue-green algae). It will notify the public about test results above the Environmental Protection Agency's health advisory levels.
• Vendor Application
• Out of School and Camp Programs Out of School and Camp Programs
• e4 Life: Green, Health & Wellness Expo A unique opportunity for the community to learn more about healthy living, sustainable initiatives, and environmental conservation!
• Remix Art Village
• Classic Rides
• Retro Replay
• Vintage Shopping
• Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Summer Program CIT Program information
• Winter Wonderland Camp
• Lake Pavilion Guidelines & Fees
• Entertainment
• Aquatics Visit us for lap swimming, lessons, or just to cool off!
• Lake Pavilion
• West Palm Beach Library Foundation The West Palm Beach Library Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that is independent from the City of West Palm Beach.
  Our activities financially support the library and its free programs, services and resources that enrich and strengthen our diverse community.
• Sanitation
• Celebrate Pollinator Week
• Events
• Recreation Check out our awesome programs and recreation events!
• Water Conservation Programs
• Sustainability Our mission is to enhance the viability of West Palm Beach as a model of a healthy, equitable, environmentally progressive, resilient, and ecologically sustainable community.
• 2020 Parks Bond - Updates & FAQs
• Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach The Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach is dedicated to creating inspired lives by connecting people with information and ideas.
• Library Love On April 12, share your love of the library and celebrate with us.
• Computer Learning
• BAM! Books, Art & Music Festival See what fun we had! Join us for BAM 2026.
• Boards and Committees Civic-minded residents who want to serve on various city committees and boards
• Currie Park Redesign
• Community and Opportunity Highlights Mayor Keith A. James presenting tributes, proclamations and at ribbon cuttings
• Meetings & Agendas
• Education Grants Program The City of West Palm Beach is sponsoring it's second annual partnership grant initiative designed to improve educational outcomes for its students. Mayor Keith James and the West Palm Beach Education Advisory Committee have allocated up to $6,600 in funding to Palm Beach School District public elementary schools within the City.
• Rollback Roller Rink
• City Commission The City of West Palm Beach Commission is composed of five members, one for each city district.
• CRA Board of Directors
• Opportunities for Surplus Properties in the CRA District
• Our City As one of the three largest cities making up the South Florida region, and the county seat for Palm Beach County, West Palm Beach is a vibrant, growing, waterfront city that offers the business advantages available in the region, combined with a more refined and relaxed environment for living and working.
• Dispatch
• 10,000 Trees in 10 Years
• Planning Division Boards and Committees Planning Board, Downtown Action Committee, Historic Preservation Board, Zoning Board of Appeals
• Your West Palm Beach Explore all that the great City of West Palm Beach has to offer in our new series "Your West Palm Beach." Join host Sheryl Kahn for a look at events, activities and hidden gems that make our city so unique.
• Parks & Recreation Welcome to the Parks & Recreation Department of West Palm Beach!
• Departments Department Directory

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