431 People from 45 States and U.S. Territories Relocate to Florida to Become Law Enforcement Officers TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Yesterday, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that nearly 1,400 bonuses have been issued to newly employed law enforcement recruits in Florida through the Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonus Payment Program. Through the Florida Law
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New ‘Highlighting Heritage’ Initiative is Underway
March 1, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Diane G. Papadakos, Director of Communications City of West Palm Beach – Mayor’s Office [email protected] 561-822-1411 (TTY: 800-955-8771) New ‘Highlighting Heritage’ Initiative is Underway Mayor and City Commissioners honored Recipients for Black History Month WEST PALM BEACH, FL – In the month of Fe
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NEW DATE: Miami Emerging Art Leaders – Conversations with Miami’s Cultural Pioneers – Marshall Davis
NEW DATE: Tuesday, December 20th at 10 AM Join the Miami Emerging Arts Leaders for a virtual interview with Marshall Davis, Managing Director of the African Heritage Cultural Arts Center, with opening remarks by Michael Spring, Director of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs. For 38 years, Mr. Davis has helped shape Miami’s cultur
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Senator Stewart Files Bills Relating To Homeowners Insurance
Tallahassee, FL – Following the December Special Session on homeowners insurance Senator Linda Stewart (D – Orlando) has filed two bills, one establishing new requirements for insurers to conduct business in Florida and anther providing clarity to homeowners receiving payments from their insurer. Senate Bill 1536, Disposition of Insurance Proceed
Read MoreGovernor Ron DeSantis Announces First Month of Toll Relief Program Savings
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the Toll Relief Program, signed into law by the Governor in December 2022, concluded its first month of toll relief for Florida’s commuters in January, totaling nearly $37 million in savings for over 1.1 million SunPass customers, with some Floridians saving more than $100 during the f
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Road and Dock Closures for the week of Sunday March 5, 2023
CITY OF WEST PALM BEACH ENGINEERING ROAD CLOSURES Monceaux Road between Dixie Highway (US 1) and Georgia Avenue (through July 2023): There will intermittent lane closures for underground utility improvements. Access to all homes and businesses will be maintained. North Flagler Drive at 45th Street (through mid-March): The intersection will be clo
Read MoreMiami Emerging Art Leaders – Virtual Networking and Community Building on Jan 26th
Join the Miami Emerging Arts Leaders for a virtual, interactive Zoom networking session to kick off the new year! Miami-Dade County is home to more than 40,000 cultural workers. Build community and connect with other passionate arts professionals of all disciplines. Whether you are new to Miami’s art scene or an established cultural leader, you […
Read MoreLeader Lauren Book Files Bill To Allow “Death With Dignity”
Tallahassee, FL — Senate Minority Leader Lauren Book (D-35) has filed SB 864, entitled “Death with Dignity” to give Florida residents who are suffering from a terminal illness with less than six months to live the right to decide for themselves to choose a medical aid in dying option in accordance with their own beliefs […] The post Leader Lauren B
Read MoreGovernor DeSantis Receives Two Bills from the Florida Legislature
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis received the following bills from the Florida Legislature. The Governor has until March 17, 2023, to act on these bills. HB 11B – Sunshine Water Control District, Broward County HB 13B – Eastpoint Water...
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City Commission, CRA Approvals and Decisions from March 6, 2023
West Palm Beach City Commission Meeting and Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Approvals and Decisions WEST PALM BEACH, FL (03-07-23) – Below is a summary of the approvals and decisions made by the City Commission meeting on Monday, March 6, 2023. MAYOR’S OFFICE – Mayor Keith A. James presented a proclamation designating March 2023 as […] The p
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