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Insider Newsletter
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Mayor's Office
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Mayor James Announces Revised Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBAU) Expansion Plan
Mayor Keith A. James is happy to announce that Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBAU) representatives intend to revise their campus expansion that more harmoniously integrates with its surrounding community, consistent with Mayor James’ vision of smart growth.
The original campus expansion design included a 25-story dormitory and a monumental 11-story private parking garage — the tallest parking garage in West Palm Beach. PBAU has agreed to revise its plans to include a parking garage of a height not to exceed seven stories.
“Certain things are simply worth fighting for,” said Mayor Keith A. James. “My Administration has been acting with intentionality, investing in innovation and implementing mobility and transportation solutions. I’m appreciative of PBAU’s willingness to work with my vision of a city that creates attractive public spaces, and sustains neighborhoods with attractive streets designed for people, not just cars. PBAU is a valuable addition to West Palm Beach, attracting students and talent known for nationwide academic excellence and benevolence.”
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Attend a Meeting: There is ONE Left
Mayor Keith A. James and our newly appointed Police Chief Tony Araujo invite residents to participate in a conversation about the long-term vision of the West Palm Beach Police Department.
Upcoming Meeting:
Tuesday, May 6, 2025 @ 6 p.m. | NEW Location: St. Juliana Catholic Church, 4500 South Dixie Highway
Register now!
Mental Health Awareness Month | May 2025
"One in every five adults experiences a mental health illness each year, and one in six of our nation’s youth currently have a mental health condition. Though we’ve made progress in treatment, those are sobering numbers. So, I made mental health a part of my Roundtable Series of Community Conversations — and in those conversations, we found strength in every story.
West Palm Beach fully supports and partners with the National Council of Mental Wellbeing in sharing mental health resources, including support groups and crisis services.
As we continue to spread awareness and have these important conversations, I urge residents, businesses, and schools in West Palm Beach to educate themselves and others about mental health and treatment options."
— Mayor Keith A. James
*Watch the Mental Health Awareness Month proclamation ceremony during the City Commission Meeting on April 28.
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WPB-TV
The current West Palm Beach GreenMarket season has come to a close, and you may be wondering what the vendors do until the next opening day. Master Chef Showcase runner-up Chef Rasheed, co-owner of Olive Oil of the World, gives us a peek into his off-season world.
Watch the video.
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T-Minus 2 Days Until Vintage Vibes!
VINTAGE VIBES Presented by LOVE the Palm Beaches
Saturday, May 3 | 4 – 9 p.m. | Waterfront Commons | Vintage Vibes Event Details
Get ready to rewind the clock and experience the magic of the ’80s and ’90s at Vintage Vibes powered by LOVE The Palm Beaches. We’re bringing five hours of nostalgia-fueled fun packed with live music, arcade games, roller skating, vintage cars, and more!
Dressing up is entirely optional, but we encourage you to attend in your best '80s or '90s look — we're thinking neon leggings, scrunchies, bold hair styles, and lots of denim!
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That's a Wrap! We Had an Incredible Season
Thank you to everyone who spent their Saturdays with us — and a special shoutout to our 130 amazing vendors who made our 30th season truly unforgettable! Your passion, creativity, and dedication are the heart of the GreenMarket. We wouldn’t be the nationally-recognized and locally adored GreenMarket that we are without YOU.
Same time, same spot? We’ll see you back on the Waterfront when we return on October 4, 2025!
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We Want Your Feedback!
We’re updating the Downtown Master Plan — and we need your voice to help shape the future of our City!
Join the City of West Palm Beach for the an exciting and interactive Visioning Discussion that will explore how we design, develop, and connect our Downtown.
*Meeting details will be shared soon!
In the meantime, learn more about the Downtown Master Plan Update.
Can't attend a meeting? No problem! You can fill out the survey online.
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* If you can't attend a meeting, no worries! Fill out the survey to participate.
Tonight: Pleasant City Community Meeting
Join the City of West Palm Beach and the West Palm Beach Community Redevelopment Agency tonight, Thursday, May 1, at 6 p.m. for the quarterly Pleasant City Community Meeting. We will provide updates on projects and community concerns, including safety. The meeting will be held at the Pleasant City Community Center located at 501 21st St, West Palm Beach, FL 33407.
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Next Week: Historic Northwest Community Meeting
Join the City of West Palm Beach and the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) for the next Historic Northwest Community Quarterly Meeting on Thursday, May 8, from 6 – 8 p.m. at Heart & Soul Park! Get the latest updates on neighborhood projects, hear from multiple City departments about clean and safe initiatives, and share your feedback. This meeting will also feature a special presentation on the Downtown Master Plan and an exciting update on the Sunset Lounge.
Learn more at wpb.org/CRA or contact us at CRA@wpb.org | (561) 822-1550.
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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, May 12, 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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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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