June 16, 2026 - Lake Worth Beach Regular City Commission Meeting

The City of Lake Worth Beach held its regular City Commission meeting on June 16, 2026, with key procurement-related discussions focusing on lease negotiations and contract approvals. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to the lease renewal and negotiation process for the Beach Club restaurant, where commissioners debated whether to issue an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) or allow direct negotiations with the current tenant, Mitch. The commission ultimately voted to postpone the ITN discussion to the July 7th meeting to allow further negotiations and the tenant's participation. Public comments strongly supported retaining the Beach Club due to its community value and employment impact. Additionally, the commission approved a motion to negotiate a 10-year lease extension with Benny's on the Beach, the city's highest-paying tenant, including a 5% rent increase every two years. Other procurement matters included approval of a construction contract with A1 Property Services for facility maintenance, emphasizing the need for better asset management. The meeting also addressed proposed amendments to business tax receipt and use and occupancy inspection ordinances, focusing on improving code compliance enforcement and inspection processes for commercial properties. Commissioners discussed the need for citation policies to hold tenants accountable and improve transparency in lease enforcement. Overall, the meeting highlighted ongoing efforts to balance fiscal responsibility, community interests, and effective property management in city procurement and leasing activities.