Yesterday was a long day if you were a City Commissioner (or Mayor) of the City of West Palm Beach. The meeting calendar began at 1:30pm with a presentation from the CRA, then moved right into the City Commission Meeting (which continues to begin at 3:00pm over objections of the public), which then entered the 5:00 o’clock hour, at which point it has typically been stated that Public Comment (remarks from the general public) are heard. Except for yesterday, when a presentation of Kaleidoscope Event (http://www.wpb.org/kaleidoscope/) filling the room with children and proud parents.
It really was a beautiful site to see so many organizations represented in the City’s effort to celebrate diversity. I was a member on the committee which developed the Kaleidoscope Event in 1999 and 2000. It won accolades at the International Festivals & Events Association, Gold Pinnacle Award in the category of "Best Educational Program" for the years 1998, 1999 and 2000. I have watched it grow and am very proud of the participation and empowerment it provides our youth through partnerships with clubs, organizations and schools. I strongly urge the community to attend this event January 27th from 10:00am - 5:00pm, on Flagler behind the Library. Come out and see your tax dollars at work helping children find creative ways to contribute to society.But I digress...back to public comment...
well, not yet ... first let me share about the CRA meeting...
