The City of Riviera Beach held a Council Budget Workshop on August 18, 2025, focusing on the city's financial transparency and personnel issues. The meeting began with a presentation highlighting the availability of the city's financial data on its website. Citizens and businesses can access detailed information regarding the city's budgets, spending, vendor information, and revenue for the years 2024 and 2025, promoting transparency and encouraging public engagement.

Following this introduction, discussions shifted to personnel matters. A council member raised a question regarding the general admission budget and the allocation of operating expenses for various initiatives. The response clarified that the funding for citywide initiatives is collectively determined, while individual council members have access to specific funds within their promotional budgets to support their unique initiatives.

The meeting underscored the importance of financial transparency and the structured approach to budget allocation, ensuring that both citywide and individual needs are addressed. The council's commitment to providing accessible financial information reflects an ongoing effort to engage the community in the city's fiscal planning. Further discussions and decisions regarding the budget are expected in future meetings as the council continues to refine its financial strategies.