City Briefs

Upcoming City Council Meetings

Thursday, October 7, 2021

Thursday, November 4, 2021

Thursday, December 2, 2021

Thursday, January 13, 2022

City Council meetings are generally held on the first Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers, first floor, City Hall, 10500 N. Military Trail, unless otherwise scheduled.

Other Ways to Watch

Our City Council meetings are streamed live via the City’s website. Can’t make it to the meeting in person? Stay informed from the comfort of your own home! LiveStream: www.pbgfl.com/LiveStream Archives: www.youtube.com/citypbg

Outdoor Seating Ordinance Gets An Update During the COVID pandemic, Palm Beach Gardens was one of the first cities to enact an emergency order that allowed our restaurants to expand their outdoor seating accommodations. This provision ended on September 30, 2021.

Based on the positive response this provision received from restaurants and from the public, the City has updated and modernized the Outdoor Seating regulations and created a new, expedited Outdoor Seating approval process. Achieving a balance between public safety and the desire for more outdoor seating options, the new Outdoor Seating Ordinance was approved by City Council. The new permit is faster and more convenient for restaurant owners than it was pre-COVID with expedited review time and a lower, one-time cost.

Safety Tips from Fire Rescue

SMOKE ALARMS

•Install smoke alarms in every bedroom. They should also be outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home, including basements. •It is best to use interconnected smoke alarms.

When one sounds, they all sound. •Test all smoke alarms at least once a month. •Press the test button to be sure the alarm is working properly. •Smoke alarms should be placed on the ceiling or high on a wall. They should be placed at least 10 feet away from stoves to prevent false alarms.

CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY

•Place carbon monoxide detectors outside sleeping areas, with at least one detector on each level of the home. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for placement and mounting height. •Test all carbon monoxide detectors at least once a month.

•Generators should be used in a well-ventilated location outdoors away from windows, doors and vent openings.

HOME MAINTENANCE

•Clean dryer filters after each load and have dryer vents cleaned on a regular basis. •Store flammable liquids in approved containers, away from heat sources.

FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

•Have at least one fire extinguisher on each floor of the home. •Learn the proper use and maintenance for fire extinguishers.

COOKING

•Do not leave stove unattended while cooking and turn it off if you must leave the kitchen. •If you have a small grease fire on the stovetop, smother the flames by sliding a lid over the pan and turning off the burner. Leave the pan covered until it is completely cooled. If you have any doubt about fighting a small fire, get out and call 9-1-1.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

•Replace worn, old or damaged electrical cords and do not run any cords under rugs or furniture. •Immediately shut off and have an electrician replace any switch or receptacle that is hot to the touch.

•Replace and discard light bulbs that flicker or do not burn steady.

Tips provided by the National Fire Protection Association Visit NFPA.org for more information