Highland Beach Commission Tackles Expired Permits, Imposes Fines for Non-Compliance

Overview: The Highland Beach Town Commission meeting focused on several code compliance cases involving expired building permits. Among the most significant was a case against Highland Towers, Inc., which faced potential fines up to $250 per day if compliance was not reached by May 30, 2025.

Palm Beach County School Board Faces Challenges with Quorum and Security Funding Amid New Sales Tax Plans

Overview: The Palm Beach County School Board convened for an informational session due to the lack of a quorum, preventing any formal voting on key agenda items. The meeting outlined financial updates, security enhancements, and upcoming school projects, while also addressing legislative changes impacting funding and procedural operations.

Highland Beach Planning Board Approves Dock and Boat Lift Installations Amid Leadership Change

Overview: The Highland Beach Planning Board convened recently to deliberate and approve development applications, including a special exception for a boat lift installation and a new dock construction. The meeting also marked a transition in leadership, with a new chairperson elected following the announcement of the outgoing chairperson’s departure.

Highland Beach Board Discusses Dune Restoration, Wine Tasting, and Community Engagement

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Highland Beach Natural Resources Preservation Board, discussions primarily focused on planning for future dune restoration events, organizing a library wine tasting, and enhancing community engagement efforts.

Palm Beach County School Board Grapples with Cell Phone Policy Amid New Legislation

Overview: During its latest session, the Palm Beach County School Board focused on a proposed policy change aiming to restrict student cell phone use in schools, prompted by the recent passing of House Bill 1105. This legislation mandates a phone-free environment in schools from bell to bell, raising concerns about effective implementation and the broader impact on the district’s operations. The board also discussed several proclamations to recognize cultural heritage months, a proposal to repeal pandemic-era visitation policies, and the recognition of students and programs contributing to the district’s educational success.