Questions about who is leading Riviera Beach and the future of City Manager William E. Wilkins took center stage during a contentious city council discussion Wednesday, as some elected leaders said they were unaware of the extent of his absence following an August car crash.
Wilkins has been working remotely since the crash, according to city officials. While assistant city manager staff have handled many day-to-day operations inside city hall, some council members said they only recently learned key details about Wilkins’ condition and work arrangements.
The debate comes as Riviera Beach continues to navigate leadership challenges following the April 2026 firing of former City Manager Jonathan Evans, with residents and officials alike calling for stability at City Hall…