A major West Boynton apartment community is moving ahead with a multimillion-dollar financing plan for renovations. Palm Park Apartments, located at 12575 Green Cay Farm Boulevard near Jog Road and Flavor Pict Road, is a 160-unit complex built in 2007. Palm Beach County has authorized up to $27.25 million in housing revenue bonds to help finance the property’s acquisition and rehabilitation. The financing could be used for upgrades to the apartments, buildings and other parts of the community.
This includes a clubhouse, pool, fitness center and playground. But one important stipulation is that at least 40% of the apartments must remain available to households earning no more than 60% of the area median income for at least 30 years. For Boynton residents, the project is not just about improving an older apartment complex. It is also about preserving more affordable housing in an area where housing costs have risen sharply. The county itself is not responsible for repaying the bonds.
A Major Flood Fix Is Moving Forward In Boynton
Boynton Beach is moving ahead with a project aimed at reducing flooding in the Heart of Boynton, where heavy summer rains can leave streets covered with standing water. The focus is the NW 3rd Street area near the C-16 Canal, an older part of the city where drainage problems have been a concern during strong storms. The city has already secured grant funding and is now working through the planning and engineering phase.
The goal is to help stormwater move out of the neighborhood faster, reducing the chances of flooded roads and water creeping toward nearby homes and properties. It may not be the kind of project that gets a lot of attention when the weather is dry, but during a major downpour, it could make a very noticeable difference. Final construction details and a firm timeline have not yet been announced.
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🎉This Week’s Featured Events
Bestie Socials: Sip & Paint — Saturday, August 29, from 4:00–6:00 pm at ArtSea Living, 510 E. Ocean Ave., Suite 103 in Boynton Beach. Guests can sip wine while painting their own keepsake wine glass during this relaxed women’s social event. Admission includes painting supplies, a complimentary glass of wine, light bites, a raffle ticket and a swag bag. No art experience is necessary, and guests can come with friends or arrive solo. The event is for ages 21 and older. For tickets and information, click here.
Ashley Pezzotti Celebrates Ella Fitzgerald — Saturday, August 29, from 8:00–10:00 pm at Arts Garage, 94 NE 2nd Ave. in Delray Beach. Acclaimed jazz vocalist Ashley Pezzotti pays tribute to the legendary Ella Fitzgerald with classic standards, improvisation and Fitzgerald’s famous scat-style singing. She’ll be backed by a full jazz ensemble for an evening celebrating one of America’s most beloved voices. Tickets are $48–$53. For more information, click here.
Full Moon Beach Yoga — Friday, August 28, from 7:00–8:00 pm at Oceanfront Park, 6415 N. Ocean Blvd. in the Boynton Beach/Ocean Ridge area. This one-hour beachfront session combines yoga, breathwork, meditation and gentle movement, ending with a sound bath as the evening settles in. Participants should bring a blanket or mat and water, and the class is weather permitting. The suggested “energy exchange” is $20, although the organizer says participants can contribute what they’re able to. For more information, click here.
Faith in Motion Christian Wellness Event — Saturday, August 29, from 11:00 am–3:00 pm at the Meyer Amphitheatre, 104 Datura Street in West Palm Beach. This free community wellness event combines fitness, faith and fellowship with Pilates and HIIT classes, live music, healthy food, guided cold plunges and a marketplace featuring local Christian-owned businesses. It’s an easy daytime option for anyone looking to get outside, move around and enjoy something a little different. Admission is FREE. For more information, click here.
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A New $5 Million Project Is Coming Just North of Boynton
A new Palm Beach County library is planned just north of Boynton Beach, giving nearby residents another convenient place for books, computers and community programs. The new Hypoluxo Branch will be built at 7200 S. Federal Highway, on the northeast corner of Federal Highway and Park Lane East. An older one-story building currently sits on the property and will be demolished to make room for the new branch. Plans call for roughly 3,300 square feet of library space, along with new parking, drainage and pedestrian improvements. Construction is expected to begin around mid-2027, with completion targeted for late 2028. For Boynton residents, especially those on the city’s north side, it will mean another nearby county library option.
🤔 Did You Know?
Did You Know? In the 1950s, Boynton Beach was part of one of Florida’s biggest gladiolus-growing regions. At least 11 local nurseries grew 14 varieties of the colorful flower, shipping huge quantities north - long before western Boynton was filled with homes and development.
Please report on Hurricane Alley. Apparently the developer has reneged on the deal to give them space. They are closing down September 25.