City Center Podcast from West Palm Beach, Florida

Getting The Most Out Of 4th On Flagler In West Palm Beach!

Summer is here and it’s just about time for South Florida’s largest FREE outdoor Independence Day celebration. We’re talking about 4^th on Flagler, where fun, food and fireworks all happen on the West Palm Beach waterfront. We’ll talk about what’s in store and you can get the most out of this year’s celebration. With Mary Pinak, Marketing and Community Events Manager.

Approvals and Decisions - West Palm Beach City Commission Meeting, June 10 2024

Here is a summary of the approvals and decisions made during the June 10, 2024 City Commission Meeting held in Commission Chambers, City Hall, West Palm Beach.

Get Hurricane Ready: Should you stay or should you go?

Preparing for hurricane season means deciding if you should ride out the storm in your home or evacuate to safer shelter. How do you decide?  Assistant Fire Chief Brent Bloomfield goes over the checklist and details the pros and cons of each. Visit the City's Hurricane Readiness Guide for more information.

Get Hurricane Ready: How To Trim Trees And Landscaping For Storm Season

Flying branches and storm drains clogged by loose vegetation are a real danger during a tropical storm. That's why the City of West Palm Beach wants residents to take part in Vegetation Amnesty Days, where there's no additional charge to get rid of extra landscape trimmings. Learn more about the program, and more importantly learn how to properly trim your trees and bushes to keep them strong during a storm.  With Calvin Williams, Sanitation Superintendent and Greg Mihalko, ISA Certified Arborist.

Helping The Homeless: Debunking Myths and Misconceptions

The emotionally charged effort to help those who are homeless is the subject of many half-truths, myths, and misconceptions. In this, the third of a three-part series on homelessness, we talk to Social Services Supervisor Allie Severino about the top five misconceptions she hears every day on the streets of West Palm Beach.

Helping The Homeless: What Can We Do? Pt. 2 of 3

The problems and challenges faced by those who are homeless are complex. In this, the second part of our series on homelessness, we will look at what can be done to truly help, give effective relief to those on the street, and consider actions residents can take to truly help those in need.  With Allie Severino, Social Services Supervisor for the City of West Palm Beach.

Helping The Homeless: Understanding The Challenges Pt 1 of 3

Trying to help those who are homeless is a challenge for every community in America. West Palm Beach is no exception. In this, the first of a three-part podcast series, we explore the challenges communities face and learn about our city’s effort to truly help those who don’t have a home.  With Allie Severino, Social Services Supervisor for the City of West Palm Beach.

The Battle Against Greenhouse Gas And What You Can Do To Help

While the effects of Greenhouse Gas emissions is a global concern, the solution starts in our cities, our towns, our homes. Learn how the City of West Palm Beach is actively working to control the production of greenhouse gasses and educating residents on ways to minimize the impact. With Lara Shlyapina, Sustainability Program Coordinator for the City of West Palm Beach.

Making West Palm Beach Greener: How City Programs Help Residents Plant And Protect Trees

Aside from sun, sand and water, West Palm Beach is most closely connected to the thousands of trees that dot every park, lot, and homesite. Trees are so important they're even part of the city's name! The City is working hard to protect our trees and to plant thousands more in the coming years. Learn what City programs are available to educate residents and how you can get free trees to plant at your WPB home!  With Nicole Pollio, Sustainability Program Coordinator.

TOP 5 TIPS for enjoying the WPB GreenMarket

There's a lot more to the West Palm Beach GreenMarket than you think! Here's 5 pro tips on what to see, what to do and how to get there, directly from the event organizers! The WPB GreenMarket has been voted the best greenmarket in the country for 3 consecutive years. Now, YOU can help make this year the big number 4!  With Mary Pinak and Angela Poco.