Page 6 - Boca ViewPointe - January '24

Page 6, Viewpointe January 2024

From The Desk Of from page 1 Download the New Connect These additional duties connect them to diverse
Code Enforcement to inspect the CVS on Military PBC App community needs and allow them to influence critical
decisions beyond county lines, ensuring your voice is
Trail/Coconut Ln. led to the property owner rectifying heard in more than just local government.
landscaping concerns and removing obstructions. Check out Palm Beach County’s new Connect PBC app As your county commissioner, I serve on the following
Enhancing safety: we engaged with the Florida designed for seamless service requests, vital updates on boards:
Department of Transportation to review and repair community matters, and staying in the loop with local events. The Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency
nonoperational streetlights along Palmetto Park Rd. and Notably, residents can customize alerts tailored to their focuses on transportation planning and programming goals
I-95, ensuring improved visibility for the community. location, making it a breeze to stay informed about road in Palm Beach County within the guidelines of federal,
Expediting infrastructure improvements: our efforts closures, trash collection schedules, and crucial updates state and local laws and rules.
resulted in expediting the permit process for new poles and impacting their area. Android users can download it on The South Florida Regional Transportation Authority
LED lights on Military Trail in Boca Raton, prioritizing Google Play and iPhones on the Apple Apps Store. (Tri-Rail) plans, develops, operates, maintains and
better lighting for the area. manages a public transit system to provide efficient
Prioritizing road safety: we initiated engineering for a Palmetto Park Rd. Bridge transportation of people and goods via railroad, buses
traffic signal implementation at 6853 SW 18th Street, Boca and motor vehicles in the tri-county area of Palm Beach,
Raton, addressing concerns and enhancing traffic flow. Update Broward and Miami-Dade counties.
Expediting community projects: our initiative facilitated The Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council
the completion of the Caloosa Park Playground, demonstrating Below is a recent update from the Engineering and provides leadership, advocacy, and coordination between
our commitment to timely recreational space enhancements. Public Works Department on the Palmetto Park Road local governments, state and federal agencies, and the
Supporting community services: we coordinated Bridge project. private sector to preserve and enhance the quality of
with Palm Tran to donate surplus buses to local nonprofit The bridge contractor is installing steel rebar and the Treasure Coast’s economic, natural, built and social
agencies, promoting community outreach and transportation timber formwork in preparation for the pile caps for the environment.
accessibility. mid-span of the bridge. The Palm Beach Cultural Council supports arts and
Improving infrastructure: we advocated for and Additionally, crews placed concrete for intermediate culture in Palm Beach County and provides services to
supported the resurfacing of Camino Del Mar from SW 18th bends #2 and #3, and timber formwork was removed. cultural organizations and creative professionals including
St. to Camino Real, enhancing road conditions for residents. Concrete sheet piles were installed on the west side funding, education and marketing opportunities.
We are eager to maintain an open dialogue with our of the bridge. CareerSource Palm Beach County helps area
constituents. Please use any of the forms of communication Upcoming work includes concrete placement for pile businesses to stay competitive through training grants and
on the sidebar to reach out to my office with any questions caps and continued pile driving on the east side of El Rio talent acquisition, and job seekers find new jobs through
or concerns. Canal. The project is scheduled to be completed in spring career assessments, training and employment assistance.
Thank you for your trust, collaboration, and 2024. Discover The Palm Beaches (DTPB) is the official
unwavering support throughout this journey. Wishing Thank you for your continued patience and destination marketing organization charged with
you a happy and healthy holiday season. understanding as we work to enhance our infrastructure. promoting Palm Beach County as a leisure travel and
Your support is invaluable as we navigate through these meetings destination. DTPB plans and executes initiatives
phases of progress. in a broad range of areas including sales, marketing,
Attention Dog Owners Milani Park Public Outreach research, visitor services, and industry relations.

Other boards include:
• Homeless Advisory Board
It is your responsibility to pick up after your dog. Meeting • Kravis Center
It’s the law. • Children’s Services Council
Some of you have been negligent in doing so. Palm Beach County, in collaboration with Highland • South Florida Fair Board of Trustees
Please keep our Beach, will be hosting a public outreach meeting to discuss • Value Adjustment Board
Boca Pointe community the park’s future on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 6:00 pm • BioScience Land Protection Advisory Board
beautiful! at the Highland Beach Library conference room (3618 S • Tourist Development Council
Ocean Blvd, Highland Beach, FL 33487). • Palm Beach Broadband
County staff will present an overview of the park’s current • Water Resources Task Force
status and future plans, followed by an opportunity for public • Business Development Executive Board
comments. • Criminal Justice Commission
We encourage you to attend the meeting and share your • Public Safety Coordinating Council
thoughts and suggestions. • Multi-Jurisdictional Issues Coordination Forum
Executive Committee
Local Government 101 • Circuit 15 Juvenile Justice Advisory Board
• Investment Policy Committee
Beyond their familiar role as county policymakers, • County Coalition for Responsible Management of
did you know commissioners also wear another hat? Lake “O”
They often serve on a range of boards and commissions, • Loxahatchee River Management Coordinating
tackling essential issues like healthcare, transportation, Council
economic development, and even regional waste management. • Pal Mar Water Control District 

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