November 2, 2026 - Lake Worth Beach Special City Commission Meeting

The November 2, 2026, special meeting of the Lake Worth Beach City Commission focused on filling the District 1 seat vacated by Sara Lega’s resignation. The Commission voted unanimously to declare the vacancy and to appoint a replacement by Monday, November 9, at 9:00 a.m., ahead of the November 10 qualifying period. Members agreed to invite letters of interest by noon Friday, with the city to publish the notice and eligibility requirements; candidates must meet the applicable residency requirements, including six months in District 1. The clerk will compile submissions for commissioners, and the city manager will seek clarification about responsibility for verifying residency documentation. Public commenters voiced support for Elizabeth Smith. No procurement activity, contract awards, or spending decisions were identified.

Commissioners also discussed heavy rain and flooding. City crews had been dispatched to clear drains, and staff were working to fill sandbags for possible distribution the next morning, with the pickup location still undecided. The Commission raised the need to review the city’s emergency response to localized flooding; information about shelter options was also discussed. Separately, the city manager reported that staff were updating garbage-billing records and that no customers would be shut off while the matter was being addressed.