Last Undeveloped Parcel At Hypoluxo And Lyons Gets Green Light Despite Congestion Concerns
Palm Beach County Says This Intersection Is "Approaching Unstable"
The final corner of Hypoluxo and Lyons Road will soon be developed with Windsor Place, a 40-acre mixed-use project including 194 apartments, 206 townhomes, retail space, and medical offices. While addressing affordable housing needs, it will significantly impact an already congested intersection seeing 15,000-27,000 vehicles daily. Lyons Road experiences peak traffic of 1,438 vehicles per hour southbound - one car every 2.5 seconds. The increased development will strain road infrastructure, leading to longer commutes for Boynton Beach residents who use this thoroughfare. How much growth is too much? Read the full story here.
New E-Bike Rules Could Put Riders In Danger - Here's What Boynton Beach Isn't Telling You
Boynton Beach is considering new e-bike and scooter regulations exceeding pending state legislation after daily complaints about near crashes, blocked sidewalks, and excessive speeds. Under the proposed ordinance, riders would need to use bike lanes, streets, or designated paths - avoiding sidewalks entirely. Fines would start with a warning, then $25 for a second offense and $50 for subsequent violations. The city also proposes public education programs and parking regulations to prevent blocked pedestrian paths. However, not all riders support forcing e-bikes into traffic. Many Boynton streets lack bike lanes, vehicle drivers are often distracted, and road edges contain tire-damaging debris. Read the full story here.
Two Brand New Restaurants Just Opened In Boynton Beach - And They Couldn't Be More Different
A new Field of Greens restaurant opens February 20th at 1500 E Gateway Blvd, Suite 150A in Boynton Beach, just west of I-95 near Quantum Boulevard. This South Florida healthy-casual spot offers made-to-order salads, wraps, sandwiches with turkey, chicken or vegetarian options. Breakfast items, smoothies, and cold-pressed juices are also available. Visit ilovefog.com for menus and hours.
Bud’s Chicken and Seafood opened its seventh location at 8801 W. Boynton Beach Blvd near Lyons Road in west Boynton. The restaurant features fried chicken, seafood dinners, and their famous corn fritters using signature Brinkman family recipes handed down since 1957. As part of their expansion, this location brings classic Southern-style comfort food to western Boynton Beach residents. Visit budschicken.com for full menus and hours.
🎉This Week’s Featured Events
The Good Day Market returns on Sunday, February 22nd from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at Boynton Beach Mall near Dillard's, 3301 Old Boynton Rd. This FREE, family-friendly event features The Strawberry Market with strawberry-inspired treats, delicious food, and local vendors. The market is ADA compliant with ample parking and focuses on small businesses and community. Visit The Good Day Market's Facebook page here for more details.
On Sunday, February 22nd at 3:00 pm, the Boynton Beach Gold Coast Band will present "Going for the Gold," a spectacular performance of iconic music with an Olympic theme. The event will be held at the Coral Lakes Performance Theatre, 12571 El Clair Ranch Road, Boynton Beach. Tickets are $10 at the door (cash or check only) or available online at www.goldcoastband.org. Children and students with school ID attend FREE.
The Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board will meet on Wednesday, February 18th at 6:00 pm in the Commission Chambers at City Hall, 100 E. Ocean Ave. Enter through the south side of the building off SE 1st Ave. The Board will discuss funding, programs, and projects related to housing and city revitalization. Residents are encouraged to attend. For more information, visit the calendar section at boynton-beach.org.
🤔 Did You Know?
Boynton Beach High School was built in 1927, with its first graduation in 1929 and last in 1949 with 15 students. After closing, the school was restored and renovated in 2018 to become the Boynton Beach Arts and Cultural Center. The facility features a stunning 39-foot domed ceiling, an event hall, studio spaces, exhibition areas, a patio, playground, and courtyard.
