April 11, 2025 – Lake Worth Beach City Commission Pre-agenda Workshop

The City of Lake Worth Beach held a pre-agenda workshop on April 11, 2025, where key procurement and budget-related topics were discussed. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the Department of Energy's Grid Improvement Grant (GRIP), a $23 million project requiring matching funds and extensive documentation. City officials expressed concerns about federal funding uncertainties and reimbursement processes but received assurances from DOE contacts that the grant is active and the city can proceed. Additionally, the city discussed switching to a new audit firm to meet statutory deadlines for the fiscal year 2024 audit. Another major topic was the city's mobility plan, including upcoming resolutions on lot clearing expenses and the development of a mobility fee structure to fund transportation and safety projects. The commission also addressed the use of the Sustainable Bonus Incentive Trust Fund for infrastructure and mobility initiatives, emphasizing the need for city commission approval for expenditures. Other discussions included board appointments, nonprofit funding policies, parking reduction policies, and public safety concerns. Several future agenda items were proposed, including permitting for public feedings, PBSO policy alignment with state law, and updates on local development projects.