Town of Palm Beach News

Earlier this month Town of Palm Beach Town Manager, Tom Bradford had to pick from 110 applicants for the position of Recreation Director Town of Palm Beach Parks and Recreation Department. This is an important role for the Town. Having the most qualified person taking care of this department makes

The Florida State Representatives and Senators have been working past the regular legislative session to pass the State Budget. Finally, Governor Rick Scott was able to sign the budget in approval for the next fiscal year. This budget did not go without steep cuts to many county and city projects.

This summer, residents at the north end of of Palm Beach will experience a multitude of heavy constructions sites. The town has been fairly quiet during the season in past years, but with water main improvements, underground work, and seawall replacements, North Ocean Blvd is in for a ‘rude awakening.’

Many residents who live on the Intracoastal have experienced the difficulty of owning a house near the water. In Lake Worth, the shallowness of the waterway makes it extremely complicated to fully enjoy the lagoon. Throughout the past year, Lake Worth has been exploring various options to fix the issue

Just a few months ago the Annual Town Caucus of the Town of Palm Beach was in jeopardy of losing its distinguished date as noted in the Town Charter. It is stated that the Town Caucus is to occur the “the first Tuesday after the first Monday in January.” To

In the past week, the Town Council of Palm Beach has approved site plans for a new proposed plaza on Testa property. However, tension between many residents and the Town of Palm Beach Town Council has risen due to new approvals set in place for the Testa Redevelopment Plan. A

The first stage of major renovations to Memorial Park Palm Beach and the Memorial Fountain in the Town of Palm Beach were completed on June 1st. However, the project has been slowed down to a halt until October. Managers have decided to delay the project in order for it to

The Town Council of Palm Beach is currently discussing plans of replenishing Phipps Ocean Park’s sand. If the expected budget is granted, $16.9 million will be given to Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co., who are based out of Oak Brook, IL so they can fulfill their plan of transferring

The Town of Palm Beach has been pleased with the use of the updated and progressive parking meters. Last year the Town had reasoned that the new parking machines might need to be removed, but recent updates have made them more efficient. Visitors and residents alike on Palm Beach Island

The Palm Beach Property Appraiser has released an estimate which states that the value of property in the Town of Palm Beach has dramatically increased in the past year. The increase is approximately eight percent, which is the largest change in the past ten years. This is the second year