Page 16 - Boca Exposure - January '24

Page 16, Boca Exposure
From The Desk Of Commissioner Marci Woodward:

My Busy (And Interesting) Year On Your Behalf

Commissioner Woodward, Upcoming work includes concrete placement for pile The Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council
a 20-year resident of Boca caps and continued pile driving on the east side of El provides leadership, advocacy, and coordination between
Raton, was elected in Rio Canal. The project is scheduled to be completed in local governments, state and federal agencies, and the
November 2022 as Palm spring 2024. private sector to preserve and enhance the quality of
Beach County District 4 Thank you for your continued patience and the Treasure Coast’s economic, natural, built and social
Commissioner. She serves understanding as we work to enhance our infrastructure. environment.
on the following board of Your support is invaluable as we navigate through these The Palm Beach Cultural Council supports arts and
directors as a representative phases of progress. culture in Palm Beach County and provides services to
of the county commission: Milani Park Public Outreach Meeting. Palm Beach cultural organizations and creative professionals including
Palm Beach Transportation County, in collaboration with Highland Beach, will be funding, education and marketing opportunities.
Planning Agency; South hosting a public outreach meeting to discuss the park’s CareerSource Palm Beach County helps area businesses
Fl orida Re gi onal future on Thursday, Feb. 1, at 6 p.m. at the Highland Beach to stay competitive through training grants and talent
Transportation Authority (TriRail); Treasure Coast Regional Library conference room (3618 S. Ocean Blvd., Highland acquisition, and job seekers find new jobs through career
Planning Council; CareerSource Palm Beach County; Palm Beach, FL 33487). assessments, training and employment assistance.
Beach Cultural Council, and Value Adjustment Board. County staff will present an overview of the park’s Discover The Palm Beaches (DTPB) is the official
Woodward graduated from the University of South Carolina- current status and future plans, followed by an opportunity destination marketing organization charged with promoting
Aiken with a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts. for public comments. We encourage you to attend the Palm Beach County as a leisure travel and meetings
Season’s Greetings from District 4! It is hard to believe meeting and share your thoughts and suggestions. destination. DTPB plans and executes initiatives in a broad
2023 is already coming to an end. It has been an interesting Local Government 101. Beyond our familiar role as range of areas including sales, marketing, research, visitor
year for me. county policymakers, did you know commissioners also services, and industry relations.
All the clichés fit. I went from baptism by fire to drinking wear another hat? Other boards include:
from a firehose to keeping my head above water in short We often serve on a range of boards and commissions, • Kravis Center
order. However, I must say, my staff, the county staff, and tackling essential issues like healthcare, transportation, • Homeless Advisory Board
many players from around the county have helped me economic development, and even regional waste • Children’s Services Council
navigate the sometimes rough waters of local government. management. These additional duties connect us to • South Florida Fair Board of Trustees
I am regularly asked, “How do you like it?” My answer diverse community needs and allow us to influence critical • Value Adjustment Board
is, “I give it a 4 out of 5,” and I think that is pretty good! decisions beyond county lines, ensuring your voice is • BioScience Land Protection Advisory Board
Since assuming office the Board has voted on nearly 3,000 heard in more than just local government. • Tourist Development Council
agenda items spanning a wide array of crucial sectors such As your county commissioner, I serve on the following • Palm Beach Broadband
as airports, facilities and development, community services, boards: • Water Resources Task Force
water utilities, fire rescue, and numerous other essential areas. The Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency • Business Development Executive Board
Additionally, our office has been responsive to various focuses on transportation planning and programming goals • Criminal Justice Commission
resident concerns, taking action across multiple fronts in Palm Beach County within the guidelines of federal, • Public Safety Coordinating Council
including the following: state and local laws and rules. • Multi-Jurisdictional Issues Coordination Forum Executive
Addressing pest concerns: We activated the county’s The South Florida Regional Transportation Authority Committee
mosquito control team to address issues in Spanish River (Tri-Rail) plans, develops, operates, maintains and • Circuit 15 Juvenile Justice Advisory Board
Park near the dog park effectively. manages a public transit system to provide efficient • Investment Policy Committee
Resolving overgrowth challenges: Our request for transportation of people and goods via railroad, buses • County Coalition for Responsible Management of Lake “O”
Code Enforcement to inspect the CVS on Military Trail/ and motor vehicles in the tri-county area of Palm Beach, • Loxahatchee River Management Coordinating Council
Coconut Ln. led to the property owner rectifying landscaping Broward and Miami-Dade counties. • Pal Mar Water Control District
concerns and removing obstructions.
Enhancing safety: We engaged with the Florida
Department of Transportation to review and repair
nonoperational streetlights along Palmetto Park Rd. and
I-95, ensuring improved visibility for the community.
Expediting infrastructure improvements: Our efforts
resulted in expediting the permit process for new poles and
LED lights on Military Trail in Boca Raton, prioritizing
better lighting for the area.
Prioritizing road safety: We initiated engineering for a
traffic signal implementation at 6853 S.W. 18th Street, Boca
Raton, addressing concerns and enhancing traffic flow.
Expediting community projects: Our initiative
facilitated the completion of the Caloosa Park Playground,
demonstrating our commitment to timely recreational space
enhancements.
Supporting community services: We coordinated
with Palm Tran to donate surplus buses to local nonprofit
agencies, promoting community outreach and transportation
accessibility.
Improving infrastructure: We advocated for and
supported the resurfacing of Camino Del Mar from SW 18th
St. to Camino Real, enhancing road conditions for residents.
We are eager to maintain an open dialogue with our
constituents. Please use any of the forms of communication
available to reach out to my office with any questions or
concerns.
Thank you for your trust, collaboration, and unwavering
support throughout this journey. Wishing you a happy and
healthy holiday season.
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matters, and staying in the loop with local events.
Notably, residents can customize alerts tailored to their
location, making it a breeze to stay informed about road
closures, trash collection schedules and crucial updates
impacting their area. Android users can download it on
Google Play and iPhones on the Apple Apps Store.
Palmetto Park Road Bridge Update. Below is a recent
update from the Engineering and Public Works Department
on the Palmetto Park Road Bridge project.
The bridge contractor is installing steel rebar and timber
formwork in preparation for the pile caps for the mid-span
of the bridge.
Additionally, crews placed concrete for intermediate
bends No. 2 and No.3, and timber formwork was removed.
Concrete sheet piles were installed on the west side of
the bridge.