Social Distancing is Love - From the City of Lake Worth Beach

Lake Worth Beach City Commission Meeting - 4/9/20 - 6 p.m.

The Lake Worth Beach City Commission is meeting tonight for the first time since March 19 session Tonight's meeting will be held remotely but those residents who want their views heard by the commission are asked to fill out public comment cards on the city's website  You must turn in your comment 15 minutes before the start of tonight's 6 p.m. meeting.

It is my understanding that individual Commissioners and the Mayor will be in physically separate locations in this virtual meeting online.

CRA - LULA Lunch Out Event, Friday, April 10th

PBSO District 14 - Lake Worth Beach - Covid 19 Update

A couple quick updates from today:

·         While assisting with the food giveaway at the CRA Hatch Center,  a call of an armed burglary was dispatched nearby (4th Ave North and North F Street). A suspect tried to break into two separate houses while armed with a knife. The suspect fled on foot from the deputies. A perimeter was established and K9 responded. The suspect was caught by the dog a few minutes later.

·         Last week in Lake Worth Beach HANDGUN’S were stolen from two different vehicles. Both vehicles were left unlocked. PLEASE remove all valuables and particularly firearms from your vehicles.  With this crisis there has been an uptick in criminals checking for unlocked vehicle doors. Those two handguns are now in the hands of criminals and may be used against a resident or deputy.

Be safe,

Captain Todd Baer
Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office
Commander – District 14 – City of Lake Worth Beach

Lake Worth Casino Building and Beach Complex NEWS - COVID-19

Look how empty the beach is right now, not a single person on the sand, in the water, or on the pier. This is not because of photoshop but rather is because the Beach and the Beach Park are closed to ALL VEHICULAR, BICYCLE, AND PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC! The only exception being made is for those in vehicles that are picking up food from Benny's, Mulligan's, Kilwin's, or Mama Mia's.

So far this weekend over 1900 cars and bikes have attempted to reach the beach, the 20% that were collecting food from the restaurants were able to go up and park until their food came out (they were not able to leave their vehicle), all the others were turned away at the first round about. We must request that you do NOT come to the beach unless you are collecting food from Benny's on the Beach, Mulligan's Beach House - Lake Worth, Killwins, or Mama Mias!

The beautiful #LakeWorthBeach will still be here when this has passed, so for now enjoy it through pictures and #StayHome to fight the virus!

COVID-19 Impacts on Local Traffic Palm Beach County, Florida

The amount of traffic on our roadways has drastically reduced since the issuance of executive and local orders related to Coronavirus (COVID-19). The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) provides permanent traffic counter sites for a few major roadways within Palm Beach County. The graphic shows the site located on Interstate 95 in West Palm Beach. Comparing this past Wednesday to two weeks ago, traffic has reduced around 40% (~80,000 vehicles) between the hours of 6 AM and 7 PM. The TPA will continue to monitor the impacts to transportation due to COVID-19. Click here for more FDOT information on traffic counts.

Another quick update from your local PBSO District:14 - Lake Worth Beach

·         I will continue to send these out as needed and at least weekly to keep you informed

·         Our PBSO District in West Delray Beach did have a scammer claiming to be with the CDC. He was wearing medical garb and fled when law enforcement was called. It is important to reiterate to neighbors that agencies such as this are not doing door to door visits and to call us when this happens. They tend to prey on the elderly with these scams

·         We recently had two different locations in the Royal Poinciana and Tropical Ridge neighborhoods tagged with graffiti which met the criteria for a hate crime. One was the Guatemalan Maya Center. If you see anything please call right away. We have a limited description of a stocky suspect dressed in all black clothing

·         It still looks like the majority of you are doing your part regarding social distancing – this is great to see – thank you!

·         The beach and surrounding park areas are closed. You can get takeout orders from the restaurants up there. You cannot go up to sightsee. I have been told that staff is turning away hundreds of cars, bikes etc.

·         PBSO is still fully operational - initially crime slowed way down – criminals are starting to come out again – particularly the street robberies and auto burglaries at night – Please call if you see anything suspicious 

Thank you and be safe, 

Captain Todd Baer

Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office

Commander – District 14 – City of Lake Worth Beach

Office:    (561) 202-9601

LATEST OPERATIONAL UPDATES FOR PALM BEACH COUNTY - COVID 19

*New* Telephone registration and appointment scheduling for COVID-19 testing will begin on Monday, March 30th from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Individuals requesting testing will be approved through telephone screening conducted by The Healthcare District of Palm Beach County.

Health Care District of Palm Beach County testing line: 
(561) 642-1000

On-site testing (swab sample collection) will begin on Tuesday, March 31st at the FITTEAM Ballpark of the Palm Beaches. Preapproval and appointments are required.

All Non-critical retail and commercial businesses in Palm Beach County have remained closed until further notice. The continuing operation of critical businesses is necessary to provide goods and services to the public, to keep the public health and to ensure availability of supplies. 

Palm Beach County remains under a State of Emergency.

Food Distribution this Tuesday 3/31/20

If you recently lost your job or cannot access food due to Covid – 19, the Lake Worth Beach CRA, LULA – Lake Worth Arts and the City of Lake Worth Beach have partnered to bring you a car-only food distribution site on Tuesday, March 31 at Hatch 1121. Due to the virus, only cars will be served at this location. For the health of the volunteers, PBSO and your fellow Lake Worthians, please do not walk or bike to this event. Any crowds that form, no matter how small, could jeopardize providing food to our in-need families. Information on other opportunities for food pick up will be made available through Feeding South Florida. LULA Lake Worth Arts will also be distributing crayons and children’s activities to families with children. All items will be placed in the trunk of your car. Cars will be served, beginning at 9am at the entrance of Hatch (1121 Lucerne) on the Lake Avenue side of the lot. Do not try to enter the lot from Lucerne. Cars who try to enter from Lucerne will be turned away. The event will end at 11am or when supplies run out.

If possible, we ask that you support our local restaurants. A list of restaurants that serve take out or delivery are listed at this link. CRA Staff are updating this information when provided. To subscribe to our newsletter, please click here.

To download a Spanish version of the flyer click here.

Lantana Chamber Member Restaurants Open For Business (also in Lake Worth Beach)

Restaurants open for food service

Atlantis Bar & Grill - Takeout
Hours: 11:30 -2:00 pm and 4pm – 7pm
561-641-3330 | 5805 S Congress Ave, Lantana Fl 33462

Anchor Inn (Lakeside Anchor Inn) - Takeout
Hours: After 1pm only
561-868-5900 | 2415 Floral Ave, Lantana FL 33462

Chili’s Restaurant - Takeout and Curbside
561-434-0319 | 5910 S. Jog, Lake Worth, FL 33467

Common Grounds - Takeout
561-318-8980 | 12 S J St, Lake Worth, FL 33460

Daves Last Resort - Takeout
561-588-5208 | 632 Lake Ave, Lake Worth, FL 33460

Ice Cream Club - Pick up
Hours: 11am-9pm
561-582-0778 | 278 S. Ocean Blvd, Manalapan, FL 33462

Lantana Pizza – Takeout
561-582-5550 |467 Greynolds Cir, Lantana, FL 33462
www.lantanapizza.com

Marina Café Open, Fully Stocked
Hours: 8am-7pm
Takeout or delivery via Ubereats
561-424-4222 | 100 NE 6 th Street #108, Boynton Beach, FL

Mario's Ocean Ave - Takeout and delivery
Hours: -2pm – 10pm 7 days
561-582-3013| 225 E. Ocean Ave, Lantana, FL 33462

Oceano Kitchen
Hours: Tue – Sat open 5pm
www.oceanokitchen.com

Palm Beach Express - pick up or delivery
pre-order individual meals
Hours: mon-sat 5am-9pm
561-335-8852 | 200 Hypoluxo Rd, ste 105-109 Hypoluxo, FL 33462
Facebook: PBEcatering

Park Ave BBQ Grill Takeout
Hours: 7days 11am-9pm
561-357-7427 | 4796 N Congress Ave, Boynton Beach, FL 33426

Polar Bakery Takeout and Curbside
Hours: Mon-Sat 8am-6pm and Sun 10am-2pm
561-214-4545 | 5817 S. Congress Ave, Lake Worth, FL
www.polarbakery.com

Riggins Crabhouse Lunch and Dinner Takeout
Hours: 10am-8pm
561-586-3000 | 607 Ridge Rd, Lantana, FL 33462

Tacos al Carbon Takeout
561-722-5701 | 4420 Lake Worth Rd, Lake Worth, FL 33461

The Hive Bar and Grill Takeout
Hours: Tue-Sun noon-7pm
561-513-9168 | 618 W. Lantana Rd, Lantana, FL 33462

Toojays Restaurant and Deli Takeout
561-582-6684 | 419 Lake Ave, Lake Worth, FL 33460

SHOP SMALL EAT LOCAL

During this difficult time, we ask that everyone shop local to support our local businesses, when allowed.

The provided list includes restaurants that will remain open for take our or delivery during the shutdown. However, we ask that you call the restaurant before going in person to ensure they are open and food is available.

Our compiled list includes restaurants in the downtown area. If you have a restaurant or provide food and are a Lake Worth Beach business (33460), feel free to send us your information and we will do our best to post names and hours of business that continue to operate.

Palm Beach County to Hold Press Conference on COVID-19 Virus – 4:00 PM Today, March 25

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Palm Beach County government just announced that all county and municipal parks/golf courses (public and private) are closed as of 4 p.m. today.

PBC Press Conference - 3/25 @ 4PM
Palm Beach County to Hold Press Conference on COVID-19 Virus – 4:00 PM Today, March 25

Officials will provide an update of local actions pertaining to the COVID-19 virus.

Palm Beach County Mayor Dave Kerner will be joined by County Administrator Verdenia Baker, Florida Health – Palm Beach County Director Dr. Alina Alonso, Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Chief Reginald Duren, Emergency Management Director Bill Johnson and other local officials.

Who: Palm Beach County Officials

What: COVID-19 Update

Where: Emergency Operations Center, 20 South Military Trail, WPB, FL 33415

When: 4:00 PM on March 25, 2020

A video message from Palm Beach County Mayor Dave Kerner

Captain Todd Baer Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office Commander – District 14 – City of Lake Worth Beach

Just a quick update from your local PBSO District:

· While our lobby is closed, PBSO is otherwise  fully operational. Citizens can call in non-emergencies at 688-3400 use 911 for emergencies. Our LWB number 586-1611 is available Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for matters which were previously handled by walk in. 

· Records can be obtained through e-mail at emailcentralrecords@pbso.org

· In my daily patrols of the city I am seeing much more compliance with the closures and social distancing. Most open businesses are operating safely. Thank you!

· Yesterday we arrested the infamous graffiti suspect who uses the tag “Feral” again. This time he stole two of our graffiti surveillance cameras. He was charged with two counts of grand theft. We are working with the State Attorney’s Office to see that he receives a proper sentence. You can find more information on this on our PBSO “Busted” flyer on social media. 

· Keep an eye out for suspicious activity – Crime has been slow since this started but I am sure criminals will look to take advantage as this progresses.

· Scams – There are several scams related to the COVID 19 epidemic. More on this can be found on our social media pages. Be careful of unusual e-mails and phone calls from those claiming to be from agencies such as the CDC, WHO etc. Also, none of them will be going door to door so call us if someone knocks and claims to be with one of these agencies. 

· In person census activities have been suspended so call if anyone knocks on your door claiming to be from the census.

· A couple of our local schools are feeding the children twice a day (Highland Elementary and LW High School).

We will get through this by working together,

Be safe,

Captain Todd Baer
Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office
Commander – District 14 – City of Lake Worth Beach

Support local Lake Worth Beach Restaurants and Businesses

Support local Lake Worth Beach restaurants and businesses during these difficult times.

Who:  Calling all restaurants offering take out/delivery.

What:  Help the Lake Worth Beach CRA spread the word about the services you are providing during the coronavirus crisis. 

Why:  The CRA is reaching out to LOCAL 33460 & 33461 restaurants and food/drink establishments with the following questions:

 • Are you open for takeout, curbside pickup?

 • Are you offering delivery?

 • Have you switched into convenience store or package store mode? 

Please answer questions at link to be included in a restaurant/services guide publication this week to be posted online and via social media. 

Questions please call (561) 493-2550.