The Palm Beach County Commission on Ethics convened on September 5, 2024, to address several key matters, including the dismissal of two significant complaints against local officials. The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance and proceeded to the approval of minutes from the previous meeting.

The commission held executive sessions to discuss cases C24-5 and C24-009. In the first case, involving Vice Mayor Thomas Turkin of Boynton Beach, a complaint was filed alleging misuse of his official position for personal gain. After a thorough review, the commission found no probable cause for the allegations, leading to the dismissal of the complaint.

The second case involved Ronald Book, a registered lobbyist, accused of providing gifts valued over $100 to a Palm Beach County Commissioner, which would violate the county's ethics code. The commission determined that the alleged violation was unintentional and issued a letter of instruction rather than a formal reprimand, also dismissing the complaint.

During the meeting, Executive Director Christie Kelly highlighted the staff's outreach efforts, including presentations to local Rotary and Kiwanis clubs, and attendance at municipal meetings across several cities. The commission also announced that the next meeting would take place on October 10, 2024.

The session concluded without public comments, and the meeting was adjourned, marking a significant day for the commission as it navigated complex ethical issues within local governance.