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The City of Greenacres and the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office are collaborating to enhance community safety by installing state-of-the-art digital speed safety cameras, aiming to reduce traffic violations and collisions, and promote safety around our schools.
That’s why Greenacres has partnered with Verra Mobility to use school zone speed safety cameras at 16 locations near the city’s schools to decrease potential violations. This effort aims to protect our students from reckless drivers, enabling them to travel safely to and from school.
In order to deliver the highest quality water to customers, Palm Beach County Water Utilities (PBCWUD) requires periodic line flushing and temporary treatment modification. These modifications to the disinfection process are routine and an industry best practice as a precautionary measure to maintain the water quality.
From January 2 through January 22, 2026, PBCWUD will be using free chlorine as opposed to chloramine for water treatment. This is only temporary and the water is safe to drink. PBCWUD follows a process which adheres to all regulatory standards.
Property taxes (also called ad valorem taxes) are local taxes based on the assessed value of real property. They are the primary source of local funding for many public services in Florida, collected locally and used to pay for schools, public safety, roads, parks, libraries, stormwater and solid-waste services, and other
What do property taxes fund?
Property taxes pay for day-to-day services and long-term investments that keep communities functioning and safe. Common uses include:
The Greenacres Parks and Recreation Master Plan is a long-term roadmap that will guide the City’s investments in parks, recreational facilities, trails, and open spaces for the next decade and beyond.
Effective November 3, 2025, the City of Greenacres Passport Acceptance Facility is excited to offer a complimentary passport photo for eligible applicants completing passport processing with the City.
This special program is available to the following individuals, with proof of service required:
Many families in our community may be impacted by reductions in SNAP benefits, and we are here to help. If you or someone you know is experiencing food insecurity, there are local organizations offering support across Palm Beach County.
Find Food Assistance Near YouAccess an updated list of food banks, pantries, and meal programs throughout Palm Beach County:
The City of Greenacres has nearly completed an exciting journey to create a brand identity that reflects who we are today and where we are headed.
On Wednesday, July 23, Greenacres Fire Rescue held a Change of Command Ceremony, a time-honored tradition that symbolizes the formal transfer of leadership within the department.
This significant event marked the transition from Fire Chief Brian Fuller to Fire Chief Phillip Konz.
Honoring Chief Brian FullerChief Fuller has led Greenacres Fire Rescue with dedication and distinction for the past four years. Under his leadership, the department achieved major milestones in safety, training, and community service.
Greenacres Fire Rescue Residential Lock Box program allows participants to safely leave a key on their front door in a small, safe-like box that can be accessed with a master key that only firefighters have. That means firefighters can get in quickly after a medical emergency or fall.
To participate, residents order a lock box online at https://roperlock.com/product/greenacres-fire-department/
The boxes cost about $40.50 plus shipping fees.
The Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan is Greenacres’ strategic roadmap in coordination with The Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council (TCRPC) to reduce and ultimately eliminate traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries on our roadways. This plan reflects our commitment to the national Vision Zero movement—an ambitious yet achievable goal to ensure no one dies or is seriously injured in traffic collisions.
