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City of Lake Worth Beach

Mayor - Betty Resch

Representing all residents of Lake Worth Beach, the Mayor works to address citywide issues, advocate for community needs, and support initiatives that enhance the quality of life. The City Commission, led by the Mayor, is responsible for passing Ordinances and policy directives essential to the city’s operation.

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To make an appointment with the Mayor contact: Shona Smith - Executive Assistant to the City Commission & City Manager.
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You can use the map below to zoom in, explore the City of Lake Worth Beach District Map, and find your district. Click Here to View the Full Map here to view the full City Commission Districts map.

To make an appointment with a Commissioner contact: Shona Smith - Executive Assistant to the City Commission & City Manager. You can email Wanda at: [email protected] or call 561-586-1689.

Email Address

[email protected]

Phone Number

561-586-1735

Office Address

7 North Dixie Highway Lake Worth Beach, FL 33460

Betty Resch

Mayor Resch has been visiting Lake Worth since 1967 and has called Lake Worth Beach home since 1979. She is a practicing family law attorney here in the city.  Ms. Resch is a proud member of the Florida, Palm Beach County and the United States Supreme Court Bars.  She is an emeritus member of the American Inns of Court, and has won numerous awards for her legal work and her work in the community.

Mayor Resch was elected in 2021 and reelected in 2024.  Some of the Mayor’s priorities include improving customer service for our residents; improving communication between residents, city staff and the commission; addressing the housing crisis and the homeless issue, and addressing the beach park, including restoring the historic city pool. She recognizes the challenge with new development, achieving a balance between maintaining the city’s cottage-feel and economic development.

The Mayor formerly served as the City Attorney of Lake Worth and was an Assistant State Attorney in Palm Beach County, focusing on Crimes against Children.

Ms. Resch is married to Lou Bristol, who is a retired Special Agent with Federal Department of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms. Together they fill their home with rescued old dogs, cats and birds. 

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