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Commissioner’s Update

Strategic Planning To Provide replacement of 2.1 million cubic yards of sand; regulatory Economic Development
The environmental amenities and parks in our county

sea turtle nest lighting inspections; the monitoring of
Essential Services fecal coliform bacteria levels at county beach parks; and, are some of the quality-of-life features that draw businesses
improved educational signage. to our community. The top four industries by employment
By Commissioner To maintain our diverse ecosystems, the county, are professional and business services, trade/transportation/
Maria Marino utilizing a large complement of volunteers, stays on top utilities, education and health services, and, leisure and
Planning programs and of eliminating invasive/exotic vegetation coverage in hospitality. Palm Beach County has earned the title of
projects for the highest and our natural areas, and continuously advocates for state “Wall Street South,” having drawn more than 30 corporate
best use of your tax dollars and federal support for infrastructure that will reduce relocations or expansions during this two-year period. More
requires cross-collaboration harmful discharges to the Lake Worth Lagoon, our than 70 percent of those companies are from other states,
of county departments. delicate estuaries, and water resources. The Water Utilities predominantly New York and California. This has resulted
This approach prevents Department regularly inspects private and public facilities in the creation of more than 2,500 jobs and $150 million
operating in silos, which for compliance with wellfield protection and petroleum of capital investments.
can undermine the vision of tank regulations. To promote economic revitalization and support the
an organization and create Natural resources, beaches, parks facilities and creation of diverse job opportunities, the county’s cross-
inefficiencies. recreational areas contribute greatly to our health and quality departmental team takes advantage of grant opportunities
Working with County Administration and the Strategic of life, and create positive outdoor experiences for residents and programs at the state and federal levels, with an
Planning and Performance Management Division of the and visitors. The county completed 18 improvement projects emphasis on business development in distressed census tract
Office of Financial Management and Budget, the County in targeted revitalization areas, including community gardens, areas, including Opportunity Zones. We are consistently
Commission has adopted six strategic priorities for the neighborhood parks, and traffic calming and pedestrian safety evaluating systems to make it easier to do business in Palm
county. These priorities include economic development, features. The county’s park acres-to-resident ratio is 1 acre Beach County, with expedited permit review in our Building
housing and homelessness, environmental protection, of park property to 184 residents. Division and construction of infrastructure improvements.
infrastructure, public safety, and substance abuse and To promote sustainable and resilient practices, the Further, the county coordinates efforts by stakeholders in
behavior disorders. Cross-departmental teams over the past county is incorporating policies in our capital improvement the Biotech Industry Cluster to develop wet lab space,
two years have tackled each of the six priorities through projects, has established a master plan to increase tree incubators, and a teaching hospital.
establishment of goals and performance measurement canopy in parks, has invested in solar power initiatives, The county’s Department of Housing and Economic
tracking the completion of projects. Here is a recap of and is replacing old ballfield lighting with LED lights. Development works with businesses to help them leverage
progress by two of the priority teams. Efforts will continue to support these goals, develop financing for construction and working capital through
Environmental Protection overall waste reduction strategies, and expand partnerships federal low-interest loan programs. They also contract
Efforts to sustain our healthy beaches included with local stakeholders. with technical assistance providers who offer one-on-
one help to entrepreneurs. The Office of Small Business
“Service is our number one priority” Assistance performs outreach to help small businesses
become certified, and expand their capacity to participate
561-743-0070 in government procurement opportunities.

Supporting economic development also requires
www.palmspoolservices.com revitalization of neighborhoods through community
improvements. This includes access to parks, road
resurfacing, streetlights and sidewalks.
As the nation’s leader in sugarcane and fresh sweet
corn production, and Florida’s leader in growing sweet
peppers, lettuce, specialty leaf, rice, radishes, cucumbers,
celery, eggplant, herbs and sod, Palm Beach County
supports a viable and diverse agricultural industry. Through
educational workshops and training events, the county has
assisted thousands of farmers, nursery growers, landscapers
and residents to preserve and enhance agriculture,
encourage workforce safety, practice Florida-friendly
landscaping, and create more community gardens.
Student apprentice programs help meet local needs and
provide our young workforce with valuable experience.
Expires 2/28/22. Opportunities are available in the departments of Water
Utilities, Youth Services, Parks & Recreation, the Building
State Licensed & Insured Division, and Fire Rescue.
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