BCC Briefs for June 3

Board of County Commissioners

At the June 3, the Board of County Commissioners meeting, the board took the following action.

PBC Breaks Ground on Hawk’s Edge, A FLITE Center Initiative

Housing & Economic Development

Officials from PBC, the City of West Palm Beach, Payne Chapel AME Church, and development partners gathered on Wednesday, May 28, to celebrate the groundbreaking of Hawk’s Edge, a supportive housing development.

PBC Public Safety Urges Pet Owners to Prepare for Hurricane Season

Public Safety

Pet owners need to be prepared for hurricane season, and the PBC Public Safety Department Animal Care and Control Division is here to help.

63 Graduates Honored at 49th PBC Citizen’s Criminal Justice Academy Ceremony

Criminal Justice Commission

Sixty-three graduates were recognized on May 14, at the PBC Sheriff’s Office as part of the 49th class of the PBC Citizens Criminal Justice Academy.

PBC Library System Summer Reading Challenge 2025 ‘Color Our World’

PBC Library System

Residents are invited to join the PBC Library System 2025 Summer Reading Challenge, Color Our World.

PBC Water Utilities Department Semiannual Water System Modification

Water Utilities

To deliver the highest quality water to customers, the PBC Water Utilities Department requires periodic line flushing and temporary treatment modification.

PZB Prepares for Initial Damage Assessments Ahead of Hurricane Season

Planning, Zoning & Building

In preparation for hurricane season and other emergencies, the Planning, Zoning & Building Department recently conducted mandatory initial damage assessment training for staff.

PBC Community Offering Air Conditioning (HVAC) Replacement Program to Homeowners

Through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program the Crisis Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Replacement Program is working to assist low-income Palm Beach County homeowners.

North County Senior Center Upcoming Programs

Summer Hours for Indoor Pickleball at West Boynton, Westgate & West Jupiter Recreation Centers

Introducing summer hours for indoor pickleball inside our air-conditioned gymnasiums at West Boynton, Westgate and West Jupiter Recreation Centers!

PBC’s First Public Pump Track Now Open at Okeeheelee Park

On Saturday, May 31, PBC Parks and Recreation, in partnership with Palm Beach Pump Track Inc., officially opened a 10,000-square-foot asphalt bicycle pump track at Okeeheelee Park.

Celebrate World Ocean Day with PBC Parks and ERM

The Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with Beach Bucket Foundation, Visit Palm Beach, Live Free Diving, Palm Beach Pack and Paddle Club, Florida Paddling Trails and PBC Environmental Resources Management, are celebrating World Ocean Day with a land and waterway cleanup.

Indoor Archery

Westgate Park and Recreation Center is thrilled to announce the return of their archery program!

Mounts Welcomes Families & Young Nature Enthusiasts to Explore, Connect & Grow This Summer

Mounts invites nature-curious youngsters and families to immerse themselves in a world of wonder with various engaging and fun “green” experiences this summer that inspire learning, creativity and a deep appreciation for the environment.

Mounts Thanks Members with Half-Price Nursery Sale in June

Mounts Botanical Garden is celebrating its loyal members with an exclusive thank-you offer: 50% off all plants in its full-service nursery throughout June.