June 8, 2026 - Lake Worth Beach Special City Commission Meeting

The City of Lake Worth Beach held a special city commission meeting on June 8, 2026, primarily focused on the approval of a mixed-use urban plan development for a new parking garage and the associated right-of-way abandonment necessary for the project. The commission discussed the quasi-judicial nature of the hearing, including procedural requirements such as impartiality and disclosure of ex parte communications. The project involves constructing a 95,854 square foot parking structure with approximately 260 spaces, relocating historic buildings, and requesting waivers related to impervious surface and setbacks. Public comments were mixed, with some residents and business owners expressing concerns about the necessity, cost, and impact of the garage, while others supported it as a long-term infrastructure investment to address downtown parking shortages. The commission debated conditions related to construction impact mitigation, alleyway beautification, and the sustainable bonus incentive fee. Ultimately, the commission approved the first reading of the ordinance for the mixed-use plan development with conditions including a temporary tenant parking and construction mitigation plan and agreed to waive the sustainable bonus fee. They also approved the abandonment of a 5-foot portion of right-of-way to facilitate the project, with easements to preserve public access. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.