Palm Beach considering contracting with Lake Worth Beach for Water

Civic Association kicks off season weighing the future of Palm Beach's potable water

Should Palm Beach continue its water contract with West Palm Beach, or will it decide to join Lake Worth’s smaller, but more technologically advanced drinking water system?

That question was at the heart of an expert panel discussion Thursday hosted by the Palm Beach Civic Association during its 81st annual Welcome Back Forum.

The town currently receives its potable water from West Palm Beach under a contract set to expire in 2029, though Palm Beach officials are weighing whether to renew the contract.

However, the town’s decision would need to come by 2027, Council President Bobbie Lindsay told the more than 100 people in attendance, who included Council Members Ted Cooney, Lew Crampton, Bridget Moran; and Lake Worth Beach Mayor Betty Resch.

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As you know, the beach at Lake Worth gets its water from West Palm Beach. Lake Worth Beach prides itself on the best water anywhere with its Reverse Osmosis system.