Father's Day
To be a father means that no matter how young or old you are, you are always there for your kids.

My Dad taught me how to fish, shoot an arrow, ride a bike, clean an engine, and in the meantime know that no matter what life would bring, I would always survive. He taught me the names of the constellations at night and the songs of the birds in the morning. He taught me to dream, risk failure and succeed in whatever I wanted to be in life.

Thank you, Dad, for giving me roots and wings.

Maria
Hurricane Preparedness
Food & Water
  • One gallon of water per person/pet per day for 5 days (for drinking, cooking and bathing)
  • Dry Cereal
  • Canned Goods
  • Breads, muffins and bagels
  • Dog Food

Keep in a waterproof container and Digitize
  • Bank Account Numbers
  • Family Records (birth certificates, etc.)
  • Veterinary Information
  • Printed family and pet photos
  • Will, insurance policies, contracts, deeds, etc.)

Cleaning & Storage
  • Chlorine & Bleach
  • Latek Gloves
  • Plastic Wrap and foil
  • Matches & Lighters
  • Paper Plates
  • Plastic Utensils
First Aid Supplies
  • Sunscreen
  • Thermometer
  • Aspirin
  • Insect Repellent
  • Face Masks

Helpful Supplies
  • Toothpaste and other hygiene products
  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Baby Wipes
  • Sleeping Bags/Blankets

Common & Heavy Tools
  • Flashlight
  • Crowbar
  • Batteries
  • Camping Lantern

Animal Shelters
  • Various locations
  • Pre-registration required

You can find Palm Beach County's official Hurricane Planning Guide in English and Spanish and more information at ReadyPBC.com.
Bringing Government to You
Engineering and Public Works Department Construction Update:
since June 5, 2023
Lyons Road
  • The contractor is currently working to install a 400 linear feet portion of 12-inch watermain between 153rd Road South and 152nd Place North. There is a total of 1,500 linear feet of watermain remaining to be installed. The watermain installation could not proceed until the traffic switch which occurred on May 8, 2023.
  •  Remaining road work is on hold until the utility work has been completed. 
  • A crew is compacting rock to allow for the first asphalt lift on the north side of the bridge over the L-38 Canal.
  • Another crew is working on guardrail removal to allow for new guardrail installation per plan.
  • Contractor is stockpiling materials at the south end of the project to construct the connection to the existing roadway, south of the bridge over the L-38 Canal.
  • As previously mentioned, in our community meetings, due to the delay in the delivery of specialized signal items, the demolition and construction of the intersection of Lyons Road and Atlantic Avenue will, in turn, be delayed. Palm Beach County staff is working with the contractor to provide temporary signals at the intersection. Once installed, the temporary signals will allow the contractor to begin the demolition of existing equipment at the intersection months sooner without waiting for the delayed permanent signal items to arrive. We anticipate temporary signal installation to start in July 2023.

  • Streetlights are still scheduled to be installed by FPL on Lyons Road between Clint Moore Road and Atlantic Avenue starting in summer of 2024. 
Traffic Workshop Event
Traffic!! Traffic!! Traffic!!  

Vice Mayor Maria Sachs
Palm Beach County Board of
County Commissioners
Presents:
“Traffic Workshop”

Join the conversation with representatives from the Florida Department of Transportation, County Engineers, community leaders and experts on topics that include:

Traffic Problems
Traffic Safety
  Future of Transportation 

Thursday, June 21, 2023
1-3 p.m.
South County Civic Center
16700 Jog Road, Delray Beach 33484
Juneteenth
Juneteenth is a holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Deriving it's name from combining "June" and "nineteenth," it is celebrated on the anniversary of the order, issued by Major General Gordon Granger on June 19, 1865, proclaiming freedom for slaves in Texas. The day was first recognized as a federal holiday when President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law after the efforts of Lula Briggs, Galloway, Opal Lee and others who advocated for the remembrance.
Events in Our Community
Glades Road Branch
20701 95th Ave S
Boca Raton 33434

June 24, 10:30 a.m.
Nihon Buyo: Japanese Classic Dance
Take a journey with us to the world of Japanese Classical Dance and this elegant cultural art form. Learn about the meaningful subtle movements that tell a story with Japanese Classical Dancer, Satomi Hirano. Presented by the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens. Sponsored by Toshiba International Foundation (60 minutes). All ages, pre-register.

Hagen Ranch Road
14350 Hagen Ranch Road
Delray Beach 33446


June 22, 2 p.m.
Senior Living Options
Learn How to Differentiate between the various choices available for senior living. Presented by the Acts Retirement Life Communities (60 minutes).

June 28, 2 p.m.
Non-Fiction Book Club: "Bubble in the Sun: The Florida Boom of the 1920's and how it brought on the Great Depression," by Chrisotpher Knowlton.
Discuss assorted nonfiction genre titles in our nonfiction book club (90 minutes).

June 30, 2:30 p.m.
Happy Mail-Fourth of July
We'll be creating red, white and blue patriotic-themed cards and writing encouraging notes to soldiers (90 minutes). Pre-register.

West Boynton Branch
9451 Jog Road
Boynton Beach 33437


June 22, 3:30 p.m.
Chair Yoga
With certified yoga instructor Dr. Maruti Ram Gudavalli. Bring water and wear comfortable clothing (60 minutes).

June 24, 11 a.m.
Line Dancing with Ruth Goodstein
Have fun and dance like no one is watching (60 Minutes).

June 26, 2 p.m.
Adult Coloring Club
Coloring materials provided or bring your own (60 minutes). Pre-register.

West Boca Branch
18685 State Road 7
Boca Raton 33498

June 20, 11 a.m.
Ask your Clerk: Traffic Tickets, Marriage Licenses, Passports & More
Representatives from the Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller will be available t answer questions regarding various services (2 hours).

June 20, 2 p.m.
Book Discussion: "The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post," by Allison Pataki(60 minutes). Pre-register.

June 26, 3 p.m.
Spanish Exchange Intermediate
Practice speaking Spanish in a fun and informal atmosphere (60 minutes). Pre-register.

June 27, 2 p.m.
Senior Living Options
Learn How to Differentiate between the various choices available for senior living. Presented by the Acts Retirement-Life Communities (60 minutes).
Free Summer Lunches
All children are welcome, ages 18 and younger.
Monday-Friday, May 30-July 28, Lunch: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
*No lunch/snack given on June 19 or July 4.
Visit Palm Beach County Library System for information about upcoming events, free summer lunches and more.
Jump Into June at
Mounts Botanical Gardens
June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Beginners Tai Chi with Josefina McMahon
Fridays, 10-10:45 a.m.
$10 for members; $15 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission). Classes are non-refundable.
Registration is required; class size is limited to 25 adults.
This introductory class is excellent for “newbies" to Tai Chi as participants learn about basic principles and moves (called Forms). The primary goal is improving overall health and well-being.

June 6, 13, 20, 27
Watercolor at the Garden with Carl Stoveland 
Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
$20 for members; $25 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission). Classes are non-refundable.
Registration is required; class size is limited to 15 adults.


June 13, 17, 25
Forest Bathing: Nature Therapy Walks & Tea Ceremony with Kathy Andio 
9:30 a.m. to Noon
$20 for members; $35 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission). Classes are non-refundable.
Registration is required; class size is limited to 15 adults.
Take time to slow down, tune into your senses, and become a human “be" ing instead of a human “do" ing in this transformational nature walk inspired by Shinrin-Yoku, the Japanese art of "forest bathing."

June 22 (World Rainforest Day)
KIDS Story Time (The Great Kapok Tree) & Art Activity with April Krebs
Thursday, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Children ages 4-10 $5 (includes full Garden admission)
Regular admission rates apply for adults & nonparticipating children, payable at the Welcome Center upon arrival. Classes are non-refundable.


June 24
Easy Gardening for People in a Hurry with Nada Vergili
Saturday, 10 a.m. to Noon
$25 Members; $35 Nonmembers (includes full Garden admission).
Registration is required; class size is limited to 20 adults; all classes are nonrefundable.
For people who would love to have more plants but lack the time and skills to take care of them or are tired of watching plants die just after a few weeks.

To register, visit mounts.org.
Artificial Reef Deployment
The Florida Wildlife Commission (FWC) Bob Burton Reef will be deployed about 1/2 mile from Delray Beach. The sculpture is expected to go offshore in late June or early July.

The Alois, a 109 ft. tugboat, may be scuttled in the Delray Dredge Hole site this August in collaboration with CCA. This year, the West Palm Beach Fishing Club will deploy 500 tons of concrete culverts 3 miles offshore of the Lake Worth (Palm Beach) Inlet.  The Palm Beach County Diving Association is procuring a King Neptune sculpture to be deployed offshore of Palm Beach

More information about the reef program is available at Environmental Resources Management.
Animal Care & Control Spotlight
BE AN ANIMAL HERO
ADOPT OR FOSTER A HOMELESS PET TODAY​​​
Meet Frasier
I am a 3-year-old brindle-colored dog who is the volunteer favorite by the shelter.

I love to play outdoors and run around meaning I am an active dog. I play well with other dogs and meet new people. My favorite toys are bouncy balls. I am very sweet and feel that I will do well in a home with other pets!  

If you are looking for a new best friend, then consider picking me.

Visit, SNAP and reference #A2135497​​.

​"Why shop, when you can adopt!"​ Call 561-233-​1272 for more information.
Dear Commissioner
I am facing eviction from my apartment. Where can I get some help and resources?




For Rental Assistance Community Services 1-833-CSD-Will

Housing and Economic Development 561-233-3600

Legal Aid Society of PBC 561-655-8994
Please feel free to call our office with any questions.
561-355-2205
Vice Mayor Maria Sachs | Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners | District 5