West Palm Beach Insider Newsletter For May 28

From City of West Palm Beach:

May 28, 2021

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"Every year, Memorial Day serves as an opportunity to honor the heroic men and women who selflessly gave everything to protect our freedoms and safety. A simple ‘thank you’ will never be enough, but we must always carry gratitude in our hearts for their brave actions. Please join me in paying tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice serving their country, as well as the loved ones who make sure their memories are never forgotten." -Keith A. James, Mayor

The tribute can be seen at the Centennial Fountain, located at Nancy M. Graham Centennial Square at the intersection of Clematis St. and Narcissus Ave.

City of West Palm Beach Says “Here Comes the Fun… It’s All Right!” to Summer 2021

As temperatures rise and COVID-19 restrictions ease, the City of West Palm Beach rolls out its summer events campaign “Here Comes the Fun… It’s All Right!” The initiative raises awareness of the city’s various FREE outdoor events, such as concerts, movies and fountain shows. “Here Comes the Fun” will launch during Clematis by Night on Thursday, June 3, and runs through Sunday, August 29, 2021. The campaign also includes the return of the city’s signature Fourth of July celebration, 4th on Flagler.

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For a list of upcoming events, click here!

The Action Summit is an opportunity for every West Palm Beach resident and business owners to voice what's important to you to eliminate racial and ethnic disparities and increase success for all people. Topics to be discussed include criminal justice; education and workforce development; finance, banking and business; health; and real estate and housing.

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Deadline Extended for 2021 Accelerator Program Offered by 1909 Foundation

Applications for 1909’s 2021 Accelerator Program will be accepted through May 31, 2021. 1909 is looking for a diverse group of 10-15 founders who want to make a positive impact on the world and are ready to develop their ideas into successful businesses. The program is free to participants!

To learn more, click here!

Join WPB in Preparing for Hurricane Season

Hurricane Seasons Runs from June 1 - November 31

VIDEO: Play the video above to learn more about preparing for hurricane season and keeping your family safe!

Click here for the Hurricane Readiness Guide!

Mandel Public Library's FREE June Events and Activities

Here's a snapshot of just a few of the many library events in June:

• Children's Summer Program: Traveling Tales
• Teen Summer Program: Movie Mondays
• Summer Reading Program for Adults

Library to close on Monday, May 31, 2021 for Memorial Day.

Click here for all library events for the month of June!

The city's Department of Housing and Community Development invites all West Palm Beach residents, organizations serving low and moderate income residents and special needs populations, and other interested parties to participate in a community meeting to provide suggestions and comments for its 2021 Annual Action Plan.

Zoom info: Meeting ID: 848 5651 2872, Passcode: 299294. For additional information, please contact HCD at (561) 822-1250 (TTY: 800-955-8771) or email HCD_Help@wpb.org.

Proposal to Amend the Zoning Regulations and the Zoning Map for the Currie Mixed Use District (CMUD)

The city is proposing to amend the zoning regulations and the Zoning Map for the Currie Mixed Use District (CMUD). The purpose of the proposed amendment and rezoning is to incorporate new regulations related to increasing the maximum building height, reconfigure the boundaries of the existing sub-districts, establish a new fourth sub-district, address existing inconsistencies, and to simplify the format of the CMUD regulations to stimulate development activity while maintaining compatibility and consistency within the CMUD. The proposal will be considered by the Planning Board on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at 6 p.m. and by the City Commission (First Reading) on Monday, July 12, 2021 at 5 p.m. at City Hall.

Mayor James Announces New WPB Assistant to the City Administrator Dr. Philip C. Harris

Mayor Keith A. James is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. Philip C. Harris for the position of assistant to the city administrator effective Monday, May 24, 2021. In this role, Dr. Harris will oversee the city’s Community and Business Services which include the Departments of Housing and Community Development, Parks and Recreation, Public Works, Library, Office of Economic Opportunity, and ArtLife WPB.

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City to Offer COVID-19 Vaccine at Mobile Walk-up Sites, Winds Down Operations at ProtectWPB Mass Vaccination Site

After a successful 7-week operation, the city is winding down operations at the ProtectWPB mass vaccination site at Gaines Park. Between April 1, 2021 and May 22, 2021, the site processed more than 8,100 appointments for individuals seeking the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. The ProtectWPB initiative continues through the city’s efforts to offer the vaccine at mobile walk-up, pop-up locations.

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For the City's COVID-19 update, click here!

To watch city meetings live or to watch recorded meetings on-demand, click here!

Click here to view the Public Meeting List for the Week of May 24-28, 2021!

For all road and dock closures, click here!

WPB-TV

VIDEO: WPB Conducts Hurricane Cleanup Training Drill

VIDEO: Mayor/Commission Work Session (May 24, 2021)

VIDEO: Mayor/Commission Work Session (May 24, 2021): City-School District Discussion on State of WPB Schools

VIDEO: 'Accelerator' Program Deadline Extended to May 31st

Mayor's Response Hotline

(561) 822-2222 (TTY 800-955-8771)

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