Terrific Response Received From the Community on the Install of Retired Flag Box at City Hall

The response has been terrific to the new Flag Retirement Box at City Hall.  The box was installed at the end of January, and the community has filled the box with retired flags. 

Thanks to Key West Ambassadors Robert Irvine and Mike deBe...

Author Judy Blume and Filmmakers Receive Key to the City

Vice Mayor Sam Kaufman presented to author and Key West resident Judy Blume – along with the cast of the new film “Are you There God? It's Me, Margaret”  -- with the Key to the City during its world premiere...

Non Profits Share the Arts

The Florida Keys Council of the Arts and United Way of Collier and the Keys presented the Key West Police Department tickets to the Tropic Cinema, thanks to a grant from the Community Foundation of the Florida Keys.  They have been distributing t...

Turtle Nesting Season Tips

It's time again for one of the more spectacular natural events in the Keys -- turtle nesting season.

The City of Key West wants to remind residents and visitors to keep the lights out near the beaches so that turtles can lay their eggs in peace an...

Bayview Park Community Survey

The City of Key West and its Parks and Recreation Board wants to know what you envision for Bayview Park.

We've conducted surveys and public workshops, and this is another opportunity for the community to weigh in on your wishes for this iconic pa...

E-Vehicle Riders Must Know the Rules

Key West Police Officers are out ensuring that riders of e-vehicles understand the rules of the road:

•    Electric bikes and scooters are allowed on the roadway, but they MUST obey the rules, including stopping at signs...

Lithium Battery Safety Tips

The Key West Fire Department wants to remind the owners of electric-powered vehicles that, without using the right safety precautions, lithium-ion batteries can be a fire hazard.

Fire Marshal Division Chief Jason Barroso has compiled a safety tip sheet to ...

Lower Keys Shuttle Change for April 1 Bridge Run

Key West Transit wants to remind the community that the closure of the 7-Mile Bridge for the annual race on Saturday, April 1, 2023, will affect the Lower Keys Shuttle.

Shuttle service will be delayed until after 9 AM when the bridge reopens.

Service leavin...

Lofts Update Community Meeting

The community is invited to attend a meeting to hear updates on the affordable housing project, the Lofts of Bahama Village.  AH, Monroe wants to update the community on the project's progress.

The meeting will be convened from 5:30 to 7 ...

Homeownership Course

March is Women's History Month

Mayor Teri Johnston and the Key West City Commission have recognized March as Women's History Month.

The proclamation notes that women of every race, class, and ethnic background have historically contributed to the growth and strength of our nati...

Lieutenant Bradley Lariz Honored for 20 Years of Service

During the March 4, 2023, City Commission meeting, City Manager Patti McLauchlin presented Key West Police Lt. Bradley Lariz a gold watch in honor of his 20 years of service to the City.

“I knew Bradley when he was a baby," said McLauchlin. ...

City Welder Alfred Phillips Retires

During the March 4, 2023, City Commission meeting, City Manager Patti McLauchlin presented Alfred Phillips with a plaque to honor his years of dedicated service to the City of Key West.  Phillips is retiring after serving as the Facilities Manage...

Coral City Elks Honor Chief Brandenburg

This weekend Key West Police Chief Sean Brandenburg was honored by the Coral City Elk's Lodge #610 for his leadership and dedication to the citizens of Key West.

Due to conflicting schedules, Chief Brandenburg's Executive Administrative A...

City Welcomes Naval Command College Students

On February 27, 2023, the City of Key West and Mayor Teri Johnston hosted a presentation about the island city with an elite group of students.

Fifty-one members of the Naval Command College's Class of 2023 came to City Hall to garner insight into...

Coast Guard Cutter Mohawk Cleanup

Last year, the Coast Guard Cutter Mohawk adopted the area surrounding the Trumbo Point base under the City's Adopt-A-Spot program.  Today, Commander Andrew L. Pate and his crew met with Vice Mayor Sam Kaufman and Police Chief Sean Brande...

2022 Key West Police Officer of the Year Named

Police Chief Sean Brandenburg named Officer Tyler Getchel as Officer of the Year for 2022 during the department's annual awards ceremony hosted by the Grand Key Resort.

Officer Getchel started with the Key West Police Department in October 2018.

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Zaler named KWPD Civilian of the Year 2022

Police Chief Sean Brandenburg named Ann Zaler as Civilian Employee of the Year for 2022 during the department's annual awards ceremony hosted by the Grand Key Resort.

Zaler has been a member of the Key West Police Department's records dep...

KWPD Motor Unit Honored

Police Chief Sean Brandenburg, during the annual Key West Police awards ceremony, presented the Unit Award for the Motor Unit.  The Grand Key Resort hosted the ceremony.

Officers Alex Gaufillet, Jesse Young, Michael Pettee, Michael Andruzzi, Randa...

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 Chamber of Commerce

 Low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) ...

City Commission Approves 2022/2023 Budget

The Key West City Commission approved the budget for fiscal 2022/23 that will provide various improvements to our island's numerous parks and recreational facilities as well as additional public safety personnel, which will enhance the City's safety and q...

Brighten the Square!

Brighten the 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 culture.  This is just one of the many roles this public square has played in i...

College Road Affordable Housing Moving Forward

October 18, 2021

The Key West Housing Authority and the City of Key West are pleased to announce that the city’s newest affordable housing project is ready to begin construction. In a joint effort with these two independent agencies and the Monro...

City Commission Workshop on E-Bikes, Scooters, and Micromobility

Short Term Rental Regulation Workshop Meeting No. 2

Please click here to view the November 10, 2022, Agenda for the Short-Term Rental Workshop.

Short Term Rental Regulation Workshop Meeting No. 1

City of Key West's 2022 Annual Report

City Commission Adopts Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Budget.