At the Board of County Commissioners meeting on Aug. 23, 2022,
Commissioner Maria Sachs presented a proclamation declaring August 2022 as
Palm Beach County Black Business Month. Palm Beach County is home to
hundreds of Black-owned businesses that generate jobs and careers to
residents throughout the county. Palm Beach County values Black-owned
businesses and seeks to celebrate their growth, development and success in
the community.
Pictured here (l to r): Tonya Johnson, Office of Equal Business
Opportunity Director; Commissioner Maria Sachs; Grasford Smith, President
of Black Chamber of Commerce; County Administrator Verdenia C. Baker.