TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of James Batts, David Compton, Brian Langille, Asael Marrero, Bradley Schiffer, Frederick Schilling Jr., and Stephen Wilcox and the reappointment of Michael Bourré, David John, James Schock, and Brian Swope to the Florida Building Commission. James Batts Batts is the Preside
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City of West Palm Beach Hosts Open House at Fire Station 8
February 13, 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) City of West Palm Beach Hosts Open House at Fire Station 8 Mayor James, Commissioner Christina Lambert and Commissioner Joseph Peduzzi with […
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News to Use – October 26, 2020
FUNDING FOR ORGANIZATIONS Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural AffairsQuarterly Grant Programs Deadlines Community Grants Program (CG)Graham Winick / [email protected] A quarterly program for non-profit organizations developing community-based cultural programs, projects, and events, such as fairs, parades, neighborhood festivals, c
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Introduction of Diagnostic and Supplemental Imaging Legislation Would Benefit Thousands of Floridians
Tallahassee — Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, applauds Senator Lori Berman (D-Boynton Beach) and Representative Marie Woodson (D-Hollywood) for working with Komen to introduce legislation that would remove financial barriers to imaging that can rule out breast cancer or confirm the need for a biopsy. In 2023, more t
Read MoreGovernor Ron DeSantis Appoints Four to the Holmes County Housing Authority
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Billy “Eddie” Dixon, Vernon Lewis, Jared White, and Betty Yancey to the Holmes County Housing Authority. Billy “Eddie” Dixon Dixon, of Bonifay, is the Director of Client Success for Culpepper Construction. He is the former Holmes County Superintendent of Schools and is
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Workforce/Affordable Housing Density Bonus/Zoning Guidelines Community Meeting
February 14, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Workforce/Affordable Housing Density Bonus/Zoning Guidelines Community Meeting WHO: City of West Palm Beach Planning Division Members of the Public WHAT: As directed by the City […] The post Workforce/Affordable Housing Density Bonus/Zoning Gu
Read MoreThe County’s Appeal and the City of Miami’s Response
On October 26, 2020, the City of Miami responded to the County’s appeal to the Third District Court of Appeal. You can see the County’s appeal here and the City’s response here. It is important to note that the County’s appeal focuses on the issue of the lower court’s jurisdiction to hear this case (i.e., […] The post The County’s Appeal and the Ci
Read MoreWildlife Corridor Expansion Passes First Senate Committee
Tallahassee — Legislation to expand access to Florida’s iconic Wildlife Corridor, by Senator Jason Brodeur (R-Sanford), today passed the Senate Committee on Transportation. Senate Bill 106, Florida Shared-Use Nonmotorized Trail Network, expands access to Florida’s Wildlife Corridor, connecting the corridor to Florida’s Greenways and Trails System a
Read MoreGovernor Ron DeSantis Announces Legislation to Counteract Biden’s Border Crisis
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced an extensive legislative proposal to take action against the increasing threats posed by illegal immigration as a result of the Biden administration’s failure to secure our nation’s borders. By increasing penalties for human smuggling, strengthening statutes for the detention of illegal al
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Learn Sustainable Living Tips in The City of West Palm Beach’s Home Improvement Program
February 14, 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) Learn Sustainable Living Tips in The City of West Palm Beach’s Home Improvement Program WHO: City of West Palm Beach Office of Sustaina
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