The City of Panama City held its latest commission meeting on December 21, 2024, focusing on community engagement and upcoming events. The meeting began with an invitation for residents to stay informed about city happenings through various events and programs, emphasizing the importance of community connection.

One of the highlights discussed was the 38th Annual Parade of Lights, scheduled for December 23, where boats adorned with Christmas lights will travel across St. Andrew Bay from the St. Andrew's Bay Yacht Club to the Hathaway Bridge. This festive event aims to transform the bay into a winter wonderland, with details available at destinationpanamacity.com.

City officials announced that city offices will be closed on December 24 and 25 for Christmas, with normal operations resuming on December 26. Garbage collection will proceed as usual on Christmas Eve but will be suspended on Christmas Day.

The meeting also promoted the "Musically Up Close Bridal" event on December 27 at City Hall, featuring soprano Alexandra Raskasoff. Tickets are priced at $10 for general admission and $50 for VIP seating, with the event sponsored by Panama City Parks, Culture, and Recreation.

Looking ahead, a special commission meeting is scheduled for December 30 at 8 a.m. to discuss the approval of Project Area 012 in downtown Panama City. Citizens are encouraged to attend in person or via live stream on the city’s website.

Additionally, city offices will close on January 1 for New Year's Day, with no garbage collection on that day. The meeting concluded with an announcement for a Major League Baseball Pitch Hit and Run event on January 11, aimed at young baseball and softball players, providing them a chance to compete for advancement to the 2025 World Series.

The next regular city commission meeting is set for January 14, 2025, at 8 a.m. at the county government building, marking the first meeting of the new year.