Strengthening the Port's Partnership with the United States Army Corps of Engineers

United States Army Corps of Engineers South Atlantic Division Commander Brigadier General Daniel Hibner met with Port of Palm Beach Board Chairman Wayne Richards and staff to better understand the Port’s significance to the global economy, share operational concerns experienced by our  tenants, and highlight the Port's vision. By working with the Port, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers can better program operational and maintenance needs and plan future navigational improvements. 

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 Cargo Tonnage Report

                                                     Actual                   Prior Year Actual

Rail cars                             6,522                  7,632

TEUs                                  123,688             138,776

Break-bulk                          95,425               69,718    

Asphalt                               61,545                45,892                      

Cement                               74,496               35,041

Recyclable Steel                 20,661               29,259                    

Raw Sugar                          294,416             260,900

Molasses                             166,922             81,387

District Clerk Awarded Master Municipal Clerk Designation

During the May Board of Commissioners Meeting, District Clerk Jackelin Machado was honored with the prestigious Master Municipal Clerk (MMC) designation. She is the first clerk at the port to receive such an honor. The MMC program, offered by the International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC), recognizes the dedication to lifelong learning and professional excellence among municipal clerks worldwide.

Machado is one of only 165 municipal clerks in the state of Florida who have earned their Master Municipal Clerk certification. 

Florida Association of City Clerks Southeast District Director and the Clerk of the Town of Gulf Stream Reneé Basel presented Machado with a award on Thursday, May 16, 2024 during the Commissioners Meeting. The attainment of the MMC designation is particularly notable, as only 10% of the 14,934 members of the IIMC have reached this milestone. 

The MMC program, designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of municipal clerks, emphasizes both education and professional contributions. Candidates must demonstrate active engagement in educational pursuits and professional activities. Machado's achievement highlights her commitment to advancing her expertise in municipal duties.

If you are interested in joining the Palm Beach Propeller Club, contact the Association's President Matt Horne for membership information. 

Port Introduces Employee of the Year Program 

Join us in congratulating the Port of Palm Beach's first Employee of the Year, Public Information Officer Yaremi Farinas, known to many as "Yare".

"We have so many dedicated employees here at the Port so the decision on who would be the first employee of the year was especially difficult," Port Executive Director Michael Meekins said. "Yaremi stood out for consistently demonstrating exceptional performance, dedication, and her contribution to our organization, as well as the community that surrounds us."

This coming June, Yaremi will be celebrating five years at the Port of Palm Beach. 

"We are extremely proud to have Yaremi represent and showcase the Port through so many projects both inside and outside of the Port.  Anyone who works with Yaremi will tell you she is self-driven, hardworking, very detail orientated and loyal," Meekins said. 

Board Chairman Waye Richards presented Yaremi an award during the May Board Meeting. 

"This is the first year that the Port of Palm Beach decided to do something that I know of, along these lines," Chairman Richards said. "And the Port felt so compelled to do this because of the exemplary actions by one of our employees. We have phenomenal employees, but one employee has really stood out this year."

Yaremi also received a reserved parking spot she can use until next May when a new employee of the year is selected. 

 "I am thankful I found a place that offers me the opportunity for creative freedom, professional growth, and allows me to make a difference in my community," Yaremi said. 

Port Recognizes National Water Safety Month

In recognition of National Water Safety Month, members of the Riviera Beach and West Palm Beach Fire Departments visited the Port of Palm Beach for a water demonstration. 

They showed port workers how to use the port’s lifesaving resources in case someone falls into one of the slips. The firefighters demonstrated the lifesaving stations that are spread out along the port’s docks. The stations include a life ring, throw bag, and a ladder.  

A special thank you to Port tenant CEMEX for sponsoring Kona Ice after the event. 

Click here to watch a short video of the event

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Margaritaville At Sea News and Promotions

FREE BAHAMAS CRUISES FOR HERO + GUEST

Margaritaville at Sea is offering a limited number of FREE 2-Night Cruises to The Bahamas for Heroes plus their guest on select sailings this spring and summer.

Heroes Sail Free BOGO is back! Heroes get amazing BOGO fares, free stateroom upgrades, free Express Pass and free Welcome Drinks on Margaritaville at Sea cruises.

HEROES SAIL FREE BOGO DETAILS (UPDATED APRIL 16, 2024):

• All benefits apply on all Margaritaville at Sea ships, unless otherwise stated
• Heroes can book unlimited sailings each year under the Heroes Sail Free program
• Heroes Sail Free reservations receive 1 Free Express Pass per cabin
• Plus, 2 Complimentary Welcome Drinks per Cabin (up to $15 value each)

Program Details

• Must be a verified member through GOVX or ShopVCS platform
• Heroes Sail Free staterooms must be booked online after member verification
• Heroes receive a free fare with a paying guest sailing in the same stateroom
• All guests, except for the Hero, must pay full non-discounted retail fares according to the date and itinerary selected
• Blackout dates may apply based on available stateroom inventory

Taxes, Fees, Port Expenses, Gratuities and Onboard Charges not included. 

Please visit the GOVX site for more details on GOVX membership eligibility.

CLAIM YOUR HEROES CRUISE

50% OFF + KIDS SAIL FREE

SAIL INTO SUMMER SAVINGS

Grab your flip flops and get ready for a sun-soaked summer vacation the entire family will love. For a limited time, kids sail free on select dates and everyone gets 50% off all cruises.

Come see why Margaritaville at Sea was awarded #3 Best Cruise Line for Families by USA Today's 10Best! 

Looking for a kid-free getaway? Everyone enjoys great rates this summer with Bahamas Cruises for Two starting at just $149!

KIDS SAIL FREE DETAILS

• 3rd and 4th guests receive $0 fare when guests are 3-12 years old at the time of sailing departure
• Kids must be sailing in a stateroom with two full-fare guests (1st and 2nd guests)
• 2nd guests, regardless of age, pay appropriate retail rates unless otherwise governed by a prevailing offer
• Kids Sail Free discount applies only to cruise fares and does not include taxes, fees, port expenses or any onboard charges
• Not all stateroom categories can accommodate 3rd and 4th guests

50% OFF CRUISE RATES DETAILS

• 50% off cruise fares for all guests in the reservation party
• 50% off applies to all stateroom categories, including Grand Terrace Suites and Signature Grand Suites
• 3rd and 4th guests, children and infants may have a different rate structure than primary and secondary guests, depending on inventory availability for the desired sailing
• 50% off discount applies only to cruise fares and does not include taxes, fees, port expenses or any onboard charges

SET YOUR COURSE FOR A SUMMER LIKE NO OTHER

COLLEGE STUDENT DISCOUNTS

Call your friends and pack your bags for the ultimate trip to paradise. Our latest partnership with XNow allows you to bring your entire crew aboard Margaritaville at Sea and enjoy exclusive vacation savings. As an XNow member, enjoy exclusive cruise discounts for college students and millennials.

DISCOUNTS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS

Save up to $1,600 while you soak up endless entertainment options, tropical cocktails, unforgettable Bahamas activities, adventures to the Gulf, and much more—Margaritaville at Sea is your perfect choice for a cruise getaway with friends. Dare we say this will be your best friendcation, girls getaway, or college spring break yet?

XNOW MEMBERS EXCLUSIVELY ENJOY:

• Sailing on the all-new Islander sailing from Port Tampa Bay or on the Paradise sailing from Port of Palm Beach
• Unlimited benefits-packed savings per year
• All the benefits of the prevailing retail offer 
• Plus, a $25 onboard credit per person

Program Details: 

1. Must be a verified member through XNow
2. XNow staterooms must be booked online after member verification
3. Must be sailing with at least one paying guest in the same stateroom (benefits apply to double-occupancy staterooms only)
4. Blackout dates may apply based on available stateroom inventory

          XNow Millennials - Claim Your Cruise Offer Here!

BOOK YOUR NEXT CRUISE HERE

Job Opportunities

Tropical Shipping

Documentation Coordinator

Cargo Inspector/ Jockey Driver

Claims Manager

Port Checker

Palm Beach Parking

Seven Seas Insurance Company

Claims Manager

Email resumes to lc@sevenseasins.com

CEMEX

Terminal Operators (four positions)

Driver Semi

Supervisor Block Plant 

Leadman Block

View more career opportunities here

SSI Petroleum

Tank Wagon Driver (Riviera Beach and Fort Lauderdale)

Please contact Human Resources Manager Vivian Prescott by phone at 863-508-1406 or email vprescott@ssipetro.com.

About SSI Petroleum 

Port of Palm Beach staff celebrated Juneteenth with a meaningful "Snack and Learn" event for our employees and interns. 

A special thanks to local civil rights activist Dan Calloway for sharing his journey and insights on the evolution of Juneteenth and the ongoing quest for racial equality. 

Calloway encouraged the group to strive for a better future by standing up for what’s right and making a positive change in our communities.

Click here to learn more about Juneteenth

June Work Anniversaries For 

Port Employees 

Congratulations to the following employees who is celebrating a work anniversary:

Security Sgt. Peter Wright- 24 years (June 1)

Facilities Worker Chadi Cantar- 3 years (June 1)

Janitorial Worker Deborah Newman- 3 years (June 1)

Public Information Officer Yaremi Farinas- 5 years (June 3)

Assitant Clerk Maggie Ferro- 7 years (June 8)

Director of Planning and Development- June 17 (33 years)

On June 7th, the Port of Palm Beach partnered with Riviera Beach Fire Rescue to provide CPR and AED training at the Port. Learning CPR is an important step towards a safer readiness and a chance to significantly help someone in need. More than 30 people were certified, including 21 Port employees. The training will help employees respond effectively to emergencies in the workplace. We appreciate the support of Riviera Beach Fire Rescue Inspector Jeff Woltjer who made the training session interesting and informative. 

Upcoming Commission Meetings

You're invited to attend our Board of Commissioners meetings.  

• June 20
• July 18
• August 15

View agendas and minutes 

Listen To Board Meetings Online

Audio recordings of the Board of Commissioners Meetings are now accessible on the "Agenda Center." We have removed the webpage "Board Meeting Audio Recordings" from our website.

How to listen to meeting recordings?

1. Go to Agenda center
2. Scroll down to "Available Archives." Locate the meeting you want to listen to and click on "Video" link adjacent to the "Agenda packet" link.

Please note, audio recordings of meetings prior to October 19, 2023, will only be available on the Port's YouTube channel. 

If you need assistance or have any questions, please email District Clerk Jackelin Machado.

Join us this Saturday at Roger Dean Stadium for an evening of baseball fun on "All About the Ocean Night."

As a proud sponsor of the game between the Clearwater Threshers and our very own Jupiter Hammerheads, we'll be hosting a booth where guests can meet our Public Information Officer Yaremi Farinas and Director of Planning Carl Baker and learn more about our port community.

Bring your family and friends for an evening filled with camaraderie, entertainment, and the spirit of community support. We look forward to seeing you there!