Highland Beach Financial Advisory Board Eyes Operational Savings and Transparency

Overview: The Highland Beach Financial Advisory Board’s latest meeting covered a range of fiscal topics, with emphasis on the town’s financial health and operational efficiency. The board discussed the implications of the newly established fire department, the separation of operational and capital expenses for better budget tracking, and the introduction of a new interactive data model for financial transparency.

Highland Beach Plans to Tighten Seawall Regulations

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Highland Beach Planning Board, the debate over the town’s seawall regulations emerged as a concern. The board discussed a development order application for a special exception request to install a seawall cap and a concrete dock on Tranquility Drive. This conversation sparked a broader discussion about the town code and led to the board considering changes to clarify and tighten regulations regarding stem walls to prevent potential exploitation.

Palm Beach County School Board Tackles Support Strategies for Black Male Students

Overview: In a recent Palm Beach County School Board meeting, members engaged in a discussion on strategies to support successful black male students (SBMS), focusing on creating a supportive environment and increasing connectedness. The meeting saw the presentation of various recommendations aimed at improving the educational experience and outcomes for black male students within the district. This included the potential launch of a media campaign, the creation of a support program database, and the engagement of business and community partners to prioritize activities that develop a sense of belonging, foster open dialogue, and provide professional development based on successful teaching strategies.

Palm Beach County School Board Honors Heroic Officer and Discusses Legislation

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Palm Beach County School Board recognized school police officer Armando Sanchez for his life-saving actions at Palm Beach Lakes High School in January. Additionally, the meeting delved into significant legislative updates impacting education in the district. Discussions included the passage of a homelessness bill expected to be signed by the governor and a focus on voluntary pre-kindergarten (VPK) funding with a 3% increase in discretionary funding. The board also tackled the implications of new bills on school safety, deregulation of public education, and the Inspector General’s investigative powers.

Highland Beach Pergola Permit Violation Takes Center Stage

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Highland Beach Code Enforcement Board, the primary focus was on a significant building permit violation case involving an unpermitted pergola installation. Despite previous notices, the violation remained unresolved, prompting a discussion among board members and the homeowner’s representative. The board ultimately passed a motion to find the respondent in violation and ordered compliance within 60 days, with potential fines for each day the violation persisted past this deadline.