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THIS MONTH’S TOP STORY
The City Commission votes on the Downtown Master Plan October 26
The Downtown Master Plan Update (DMPU) could change building heights, traffic, parking, public spaces, and the character of downtown. The City Commission holds its first reading on Monday, October 26, and final adoption is expected in January. The DNA has spent many hours with City staff reviewing the DMPU. Read the preliminary recommendations that we submitted to the City and Commissioners.
Before the vote, tell us what matters most to you. The DNA will use your answers in its advocacy with the City. The survey takes 2 minutes.
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October at a glance 🏛️ Oct 26: City Commission first reading of the DMPU. Details 🪑 DDA Board: The DNA recommended downtown resident Jannie Matheson for the open seat. 🎉 Dec 9: DNA Holiday Party. Tickets are on sale now. Get yours before it's sold out. Buy Tickets 🗣️ Nov 3: Next DNA board meeting, open to the public. 6 p.m., 107 S Olive Ave, #200 |
2026 DNA Holiday Party
Wednesday, December 9
6 – 9 p.m.
Urban Roast, 201 Datura St.
We sell out every year.
Secure your tickets now.
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BE IN THE KNOW. BE HEARD |
From the President
The Neighborhood Partnership Network, including two DNA representatives, has submitted preliminary recommendations on the Downtown Master Plan Update, and we are urging the City to include them in the final plan. We have also recommended downtown resident Jannie Matheson for the open DDA Board seat and will keep advocating for a more transparent board selection process.
– Sitima Fowler, President
The Schmidt Report
DNA Vice President Mike Schmidt’s monthly breakdown of key decisions from City Commission and other meetings.
Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Update
Downtown residential property owners fund 50% of the DDA’s budget through a special property tax. DNA board member Jannie Matheson attends every DDA meeting and summarizes what you need to know.
DDA meetings: 3rd Tuesday, 8:30 a.m., 107 S Olive Ave, #200. Sept 22 packet & financials
Issues Watch
Have an issue you can’t get resolved? Bring it to a DNA board meeting: 1st Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m., 107 S Olive Ave, #200. We work with the DDA, police, and city leadership to get answers.
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THINGS TO DO DOWNTOWN |
Free at the Mandel Library
Acrylic Painting · Tue, Oct 13, 1–3 p.m. · Registration required
Soul Line Dancing · Mondays from Oct 19, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Yoga with Priyanka · Saturdays, 10–11 a.m. · Bring a mat
More calendars: City of WPB · CityPlace · Mandel Library
Comings & Goings
Now open: Daily Focaccia, 410 Evernia St. Shareable Italian focaccia sandwiches, Mon–Sat, noon–8 p.m.
Now open: BuddhaBerry at CityPlace.
Coming soon: Capri opens mid-October in Eataly.
Closing: Starbucks on Clematis, one of 250 stores the company is shutting.
From Tom Carelli’s CityPlaceAngels e-newsletter. Join his lunch club: [email protected]
Happy Hour Guide: the latest downtown deals, all in one place. Read the guide →
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Become a member: $25 a year
Members get free and discounted events, and every new member makes our voice with the City stronger. Join now →
Volunteer with the DNA
We need help with marketing, social media, advocacy, events, and admin. Email [email protected]
Serve on a City board
See every board and apply here.
Founding Donor Spotlight
Christine and Joe Matteo spend winters in West Palm Beach with their two Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, Witcher and Cirilla. They own a unit at The Prado and appreciate the dog-friendly attitude of the area. Eating meals outdoors with their dogs, being able to walk everywhere, enjoying the mild weather, attending free concerts and events at the Kravis Center and the Norton, and spending quality time with their long-time friends Stella and Marshall Kern, are all highlights of their annual visit from the cold winters of New Jersey. Christine is an artist and retired librarian. Joe is also retired from data processing. They both have very active lives which include sailing and racing their J100, playing games, and therapy dog visits to schools, libraries and rehab facilities
Thank you for your support of the DNA mission.
Meet all our Founding Donors →
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VOICES DRIVE CHANGE |
Have an issue you care about in West Palm Beach? You can contact the Mayor and City Commissioners directly to share your perspective. Contact them individually. Under Florida’s Sunshine Laws, a group email could count as discussion outside a public meeting.
Mayor Keith James · 561-822-1400 · [email protected]
Steve Sylvester · 561-822-1390 · [email protected]
Cathleen Ward · 561-822-1393 · [email protected]
Shalonda Warren · 561-822-1390 · [email protected]
Christy Fox · 561-822-1390 · [email protected]
Joseph Peduzzi · 561-822-1390 · [email protected]
Important Contacts
👮 WPB Police (non-emergency): 561-822-1900
🦺 Downtown Ambassadors: 728-206-4545
☎️ City Hotline: 561-822-2222
🚨 City Services (emergencies): 561-822-2210
📱 Get the free WPBKey app to report issues to the City.
Thank you for being part of the Downtown community.
– WPBDNA team
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