Beginning February 22, 2023, the City of Key West and Habitat for Humanity will launch their second six-week free homeownership course for residents. The course will provide information and resources to help people get ready to buy a home, focusing…

The City of Key West is grateful to the Key West Chamber of Commerce for the extraordinary opportunity to recognize City employees for their dedication. Four people were recognized during the Chamber's luncheon on December 14, 2022, for their…

One Human Family Ribbon Cutting and Suicide Awareness Bench Dedication The community is invited to join Mayor Teri Johnston, the City Commission, and City Manager Patti McLauchlin for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to honor our One Human Family portico…

Trash collection is back to regular schedules. Waste Management is conducting all collections. As a reminder of pre-storm rules, Waste Management reminds you: Residential Garbage Collection: Garbage is collected one day a week for Key West…

The City of Key West wants to warn residents to beware of unlicensed contractors. As often is the case following a disaster, people come in offering to do repairs and mold remediation, but they are not licensed, contractors. Some may even be using…

It's time to renew your Residential Parking Permit for Old Town. The stickers will help ensure that marked residential parking spaces are reserved for residents. If you already have last year's permit, you can renew it easily online by clicking…

As the City of Key West prepares for its busiest season, kicking off with Goombay this coming weekend, it's time to wrap up debris removal from Hurricane Ian. Key West residents and business owners are reminded that all storm-related debris needs…

The Key West Ambassadors Academy graduated its 37th class during this week's City Commission meeting. They join more than 600 citizens who now have a better insight into the workings of the City government. Each Key West Ambassadors Academy…

U.S. Small Business Administration Offers Disaster Assistance to Businesses and Residents of Florida SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Businesses and Residents of Florida Affected by Hurricane Ian Information provided by The Greater Key West…

City Established a Housing Needs Assessment Hotline The City of Key West is proactively assessing damage to local residences following the impacts of Hurricane Ian by establishing a hotline where the community can report their housing needs:…

Childhood Cancer Awareness Week Mayor Teri Johnston and the Key West City Commission have proclaimed the week of September 25 through October 1 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Week. According to The American Cancer Fund for Children and Kids Cancer…

Brighten the Square! We want your input on enhancing Key West's most iconic public square. Mallory Square is beloved for its nightly Sunset Celebration, an iconic event that brings together the best of the Keys' natural beauty and unique…

On Wednesday, Mayor Teri Johnston and the City Commission commended the Little Conch Baseball 14U All-Stars for the honor of claiming the 2022 Babe Ruth South State Tournament Championship, where they advanced to the 2022 Southeast Regional…

Mayor Teri Johnston and the City Commissioners have proclaimed September 17 as National Cleanup Day. "National Cleanup Day recognizes the need to protect the health and beauty of our city and nation," reads the proclamation. "The City of Key West…

Patrick Mobley Named City's Employee of the Quarter During this week's commission meeting, Key West City Manager Patti McLauchlin named Patrick Mobley Employee of the Quarter. Mobley is a permit technician with the Building Department, serving the…

City Proclaims World Suicide Prevention Day Mayor Teri Johnston and Commissioner Mary Lou Hoover have proclaimed September 10 as World Suicide Prevention Day. Commissioner Hoover has been a tireless advocate of raising awareness for years. She…

Saint Fort Hyppolite Honored for 20 Years of Service During this week's commission meeting, Key West City Manager Patti McLauchlin recognized Saint Fort Hyppolite for his 20 years of service to the City of Key West. Known by his coworkers as…

Members of the Mel Fisher family, City officials, and the community gathered today to commemorate the sinking of the Nuestra Senora de Atocha and the entire 1622 fleet by unveiling a plaque. On this day, 400 years ago, 260 souls were lost in a…

Friends, family, colleagues, and community members were on hand at noon today to witness the swearing-in of six newly re-elected city officials. City Clerk Cheri Smith swore in the newly re-elected Mayor Teri Johnston and re-elected Commissioner…

The City of Key West invites the community to a swearing-in ceremony on Tuesday, August 30, at noon in the Commission Chambers of City Hall, 1300 White Street. City Clerk Cheryl D. Smith will swear in the newly re-elected Mayor Teri Johnston and…

Monneyham Named Driver of the Quarter Key West Transit has named Jack Mooneyham as Bus Operator of the Quarter. Mooneyham usually operates from Marathon to Key West. “He takes great pride in getting his passengers along this 53-mile scenic…

Key West Police Chief Sean Brandenburg welcomed a returning officer today and swore three new promotions. The ceremony began with the swearing-in of returning Officer Kristopher Bouvier. Chief Brandenburg swore in Lt. Jeffrey Dean, who was…

During this week's meeting, Mayor Teri Johnston and the City Commission proclaimed August 26 as Women’s Equality Day. That day marks the 102nd anniversary of the 19th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote. A who's who of active…

During Tuesday's meeting, the Key West City Commission set aside September 6th to honor the 400th anniversary of the sinking of the Nuestra Senora de Atocha and the Santa Margarita along with the rest of the 1622 Spanish Fleet. The ships were torn…

After a new census is completed every ten years, the City of Key West convenes a Charter Review Committee to ensure the City's charter is still the will of the people. That committee then makes recommendations, which the citizens must vote on. No…

Key West Police Chief Sean Brandenburg recently accepted re-accreditation from the Orlando Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation. The commission approved recommendations to renew accreditation made by assessors in April. "I want to…

Emergency managers and responders gathered at the Monroe County emergency operations center this week for a full response drill. The dry run ensures that communication and coordination run smoothly in an actual hurricane. The group worked with a…

The Key West Fire Marshal's Office would like to remind the community to stay safe this 4th of July. Public fireworks displays are not allowed within the City of Key West's boundaries unless the Key West Fire Department permits them. The City's…

Two families who tragically lost their sons were commended by the City Commission this week for joining together and raising $30,000 to donate to the Nicklaus Children's Hospital Heart Institute. Harrison Axel Esquinaldo was born on May 18, 2016,…

City Manager Patti McLauchlin brought back an important honor by naming Jacek Witczak the Employee of the 1st Quarter during the June 7th City Commission meeting. Witczak began working for the City in 2007 in the Public Works Department. He was…

Lady Conchs Softball Team Commended Mayor Teri Johnston and the City Commission commended the Key West Lady Conchs Girls Softball Team for their outstanding season. The team won the regional championship on May 20 and became the first-ever Key…

District VI Commissioner Clayton Lopez is calling for volunteers for a District VI Community Cleanup. The cleanup will be held Saturday, June 11th, from 8-9 a.m. Volunteers should meet at the Douglass Gym and help keep Key West beautiful. The…

On Thursday, Jill Campbell, President of the Autism Society of the Keys (ASK), donated 20 new autism boxes to the Key West Police Department. "We want to be sure that every police car has a box in it," she told Chief Sean Brandenburg as she…

The City of Key West wants to remind the community what is recyclable and what is not to improve our recycling rate and reduce contamination. Acceptable recycling items include paper, cardboard, clear, brown, or green glass bottles, plastics…

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City Manager Patti McLauchlin was recently awarded The Zonta Club of Key West’s Community Service Award. “Zonta is a service organization of executives and professionals working together to advance the status of women through service…

This week, fourteen Key West High School students graduated from the Key West Fire Department's Firefighters Academy. Proud families, members of the Key West Fire Department, and City officials were on hand during the ceremony to acknowledge these…

The City of Key West's website is excellent maps that let the community do everything from track transient rental units to see what roadwork is in the pipeline. Even a map allows you to research who is buried in a particular plot at the Key West…

Mayor Teri Johnston and the City Commission have proclaimed May as Haitian Heritage Month. "Haitian Heritage Month salutes Haitian and Haitian-American contributions," reads the proclamation, "which have immeasurably enriched the lives of the…

Got a question or suggestion for the Mayor? Join Mayor Teri Johnston on Tuesday, May 17, at the Green Pineapple, 1130 Duval Street, from 10 a.m. to 11 AM for a conversation about our community. Mayor Johnston looks forward to seeing you…

The City Commission proclaimed May 11-17 as Key West Police Week. On Friday, May 13, the community will have the opportunity to pay tribute to those brave men and women who have fallen in the line of duty. The annual Law Enforcement Memorial…

Mayor Teri Johnston and the City Commission have named "Tortuga" Jack Hackett the 2022 Poet Laureate of Key West. Hackett, a well-known poet, and storyteller, have been in Key West for over 30 years, spinning yarns at poetry slams, story slams,…

The Key West Ambassadors Academy graduated its 36th class during the May 3rd City Commission meeting. Seventeen enthusiastic citizens participated in the class. They join more than 600 citizens who now have a better insight into the workings of…

During a recent commission meeting, Mayor Teri Johnston and the City Commission proclaimed the week of May 16 through May 22 as National Emergency Medical Services Week. The official theme for the 2022 National Emergency Medical Services Week is…

Police Chief Brandenburg Recognized Two Police Officers with the Life Saving Award Key West Police Chief Sean Brandenburg recognized Officers Andrea Bernatova and Thomas Haynie with the Lifesaving Award in a recent awards ceremony hosted by the…