Town of Palm Beach Alerts and News Releases

FAA Proposes Permanent Flight Restrictions Comment Period, Potential Traffic Impacts, Town Updates, and Reminders: September 11, 2026

FAA Proposes Permanent Flight Restrictions Near President Donald J. Trump International Airport: Public comments due October 2, 2026.  

Make Your Voice Heard: The FAA is accepting public comments on the proposed permanent flight restrictions through October 2, 2026. Residents and interested members of the public are encouraged to review the proposal and submit a specific, fact-based comment describing how current or proposed flight patterns may affect their home, neighborhood, business, or community. Comments must be submitted by October 2, 2026: Federal Register - Make A Public Comment. For more information, details, and comment considerations, please visit the Town’s webpage- Current Issues: FAA  

Potential Traffic Impacts:  

Scheduled work for multiple Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) projects, Town-wide undergrounding, and watermain work, including milling and paving, may affect your travel route. Please follow the posted signs and directions, proceed carefully, and allow for extra time in the affected areas. Access to homes will always be maintained. Traffic personnel and flaggers will assist motorists to ensure safety. Please visit the Traffic Impacts webpage for more details.  

Review the MOT plans for more information. 

Lane Closures, flaggers in place: 

Pendelton and Cocoanut Row 

North County Road between Atlantic Avenue and Seminole Avenue 

Root Trail between North County Road and North Ocean Boulevard 

Atlantic Avenue between North County Road and North Ocean Boulevard 

Cocoanut Row between Royal Poinciana Way and Pendelton (Southbound) 

North Ocean Boulevard between Onondaga and Reef Road 

200 block of Worth Avenue (September 14-16)  

North Lake Way between Tradewind Drive and Jamaica Lane (September 16) 

1100 South Ocean Boulevard, Mar-a-Lago (September 17) 

South County Road at Island Drive (September 14-16) 

South Ocean Boulevard from Emerald Beach Way to Royal Palm Way 

South County Road at Peruvian (Northbound, September 13) 

A1A along Sloan’s Curve  

Road Closures, local traffic only: 

Atlantic Avenue between North County Road and North Ocean  

North County Road between Dunbar Road and Miraflores  

100 block of Seaview Avenue 

Cresent Drive 

Night Work (September 13-18): 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 

South County Road, North of Barton Avenue to Royal Poinciana Way  

South County Road Sidewalks: September 2026 

Sidewalk work on South County Road between Brazilian Avenue and Royal Palm Way  

Fire Hydrant and Water Valve Maintenance:  

The West Palm Beach Public Utilities Department continues to conduct fire hydrant and water valve maintenance through October 21 to ensure safe, efficient water system operation and support high-quality drinking water. Some customers may experience temporary sediment or discoloration, which can be cleared by running cold water for 1-2 minutes. Questions can be directed to 561-822-2210.   

Town’s Website:  

Even the Town’s website was under construction this summer. On August 28, 2026, the initial redesign was launched. Please see the initial changes. Improvement work will continue without interruption to service and access. Please contact us at 561.838.5410, webinfo@townofpalmbeach.com, or bring your device and join us at one of the upcoming Technology Open Houses, should you need any assistance finding what you are looking for.  


Technology Open House Dates:  

Tuesday, September 22, 10:00 -11:00 a.m.  

Tuesday, October 20, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.  

Tuesday, November 17, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.  

On the Calendar:  

September 16: Landmarks Preservation Commission Meeting – 9:30 a.m. 

September 17: Code Enforcement Board Meeting – 2:00 p.m. 

September 17: Special Town Council Meeting, Budget – 5:00 p.m. 

Please visit the Public Meetings webpage for meeting agendas and to view the meetings. 

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It is still the peak of hurricane season. Please ensure that you are subscribed to both planned communications issued ahead of weather events and select ‘Information and News’ news releases and real-time event ‘Alerts.’ Additionally, visit the Town’s hurricane preparedness webpage and review the emergency re-entry list program details for out-of-town residents and business owners lacking a Florida driver’s license with a Palm Beach address. 

In addition to following the Town, below are subscription links to stay connected with surrounding communities and local organizations: 

Citizens Association of Palm Beach 

Citizens' Committee on Airport Noise (CCAN) 

Lake Worth Beach news 

Palm Beach Civic Association 

Palm Beach County news and updates 

Palm Beach MPO Citizens Advisory Committee 

Palm Beach Police and Fire Foundation 

South Palm Beach news and alerts 

West Palm Beach news and updates 

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