Town of Palm Beach Alerts and News Releases

Town Updates, Reminders, and Potential Traffic Updates: October 10, 2026

Town Manager Kirk Blouin welcomes studentsPalm Beach Public’s 3rd Grade Visit: Palm Beach Public Elementary School’s third-grade classes visited Town Hall as part of their civic curriculum. Students explored the Council Chambers, the Police Department, and the Fire Department, learning how government serves the community. For a brief overview of the layers of government, please see the fact sheet created by the Florida League of Cities.
 





King Tides Preparedness: King Tides are unusually high tides that occur several times a year, usually in the fall, and can cause coastal tidal flooding, especially in low-lying areas. Stay informed about the weather, as heavy rain and wind will increase the risk of flooding. Please avoid driving on flooded streets. To learn more, visit the South Florida Water Management District’s coastal tides webpage.
 
Estimated Tide Window Island Severity  Key Peaks
October 22 – November 12, 2026 Highest Risk Period Peak flooding is forecasted for October 26-29, 2026, which aligns with the highest annual moon pull.
November 22-29, 2026 High Risk Period Extreme peaks are expected around November 24-27, 2026.
December 22-27, 2026 Minor Cycle Minimal localized “sunny day” swelling.

March 2027 Town Election: Updated information for the upcoming municipal election on Tuesday, March 9, 2027, is now available. Voters and candidates can access key dates, qualification details, and voter resources. For complete information, please visit the Town Municipal Election Webpage.

Proposed Property Tax Webpage & Property Tax Calculator:
The Town has created an educational webpage to help residents understand the proposed 2026 Amendment 3, which would change Florida’s property tax system, including the homestead exemption and assessment limits for certain properties. The webpage provides an overview of the proposed changes, information on how they could affect property owners, and links to official resources and a property-specific calculator. The Amendment 3 calculator is now available on the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s website.

Potential Traffic Impacts:
Lane Closures, flaggers in place:
  • Cocoanut Row between Royal Poinciana Way and Pendleton
  • 1021 North Ocean Boulevard (October 12)
  • 575 North Lake Way (October 13)
  • 599 South County Road (October 14- 20)
  • South County Road at Peruvian Avenue
  • South County Road from Brazilian Avenue to Royal Palm Way
  • South Ocean Boulevard from Emerald Beach Way to Royal Palm Way
  • South Ocean Boulevard from Lake Avenue to Ibis Way

Road Closures, local traffic only:
  • North County Road Between Dunbar and Miraflores
  • 100 Block of Seaview Ave
  • Tradewind Drive
  • Jamaica Lane
  • Bahama Lane

Sewer Lining:
  • Sloan’s Curve/A1A (October 12 & 15)
  • Eden and Sandpiper Alley
  • Esplanade Way

Please visit the Town’s Traffic Impact webpage for any additions or changes.

West Palm Beach Road Closures: View the Road & Dock impacts for West Palm Beach.

Start/Stop Garbage & Recycling Pickup: If returning to or leaving town after an extended period away, please complete the Start/Stop Garbage & Recycling Pickup Form to resume waste collection services.

Report a Missed Waste Collection: If your residence was not serviced during a scheduled waste collection, please complete the Missed Waste Collection Form to notify us.

Car Carrier Reminder: There are no designated car carrier loading or unloading locations in the public right-of-way. If carriers block traffic lanes, they may receive a Code Enforcement Notice of Violation for a Right-of-Way violation. Visit the Park in Palm Beach page for more information.

New Billing System and Temporary Change to Alarm and Solid Waste Billing Schedule:
 The Town of Palm Beach is transitioning to a new financial and billing software system to improve how the Town manages customer accounts, billing, and payments.
As part of this transition, alarm and solid waste bills that are normally mailed on October 1, 2026, will instead be mailed on November 15, 2026. Visit the website for more information.

Seeking Boards and Commission Applicants: The Town of Palm Beach invites residents to volunteer their time and expertise to serve on Town boards and commissions. Board and commission members play an important role in advising the Town Council and supporting thoughtful decision-making on issues affecting the community. Visit the Boards & Commissions webpage to learn more. The Town is seeking applicants for the Architectural Commission (ARCOM), which reviews new construction, modifications to existing structures visible from public rights-of-way, and landscaping. Applications must be submitted to the Town Clerk’s Office by 5:00 p.m. Friday, October 30, 2026, with the appointment scheduled for consideration by the Town Council on Monday, November 9, 2026. Click here to apply for ARCOM.

Fire Hydrant and Water Valve Maintenance: The West Palm Beach Public Utilities Department continues to perform fire hydrant and water valve maintenance through October 21 to ensure safe, efficient water system operation and to 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. 

On the Calendar:
  • Town Council Regular Meeting: October 13, 2026, 9:30 a.m.
  • Town Council Development Review Meeting: October 14, 2026, 9:30 a.m.
  • Local Planning Agency (LPA): October 14, 2026, 9:30 a.m.
  • Code Enforcement Board Meeting: October 15, 2:00 p.m.
Please visit the Public Meetings webpage for meeting agendas and to view the meetings.
Technology Open House Dates:
  • Tuesday, October 20, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
  • Tuesday, November 17, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

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Hurricane Season Resources: 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 without a Florida driver’s license who have a Palm Beach address.
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