Take in the views at the South Beach Pavilion (400 State Road A1A). #LoveBocaRaton
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Boca Raton Breaks Ground on Brightline Station
On Tuesday, January 25, City Council, Brightline and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) broke ground on the new Boca Raton train station located on a 1.8-acre site across from Mizner Park and adjacent to the Downtown Boca Raton Library. It is expected to be completed in the fall of 2022.
Currently, construction is underway for the shared-use parking garage for both Downtown Library patrons and Brightline passengers. The station is part of a train line that will provide passenger service from Miami to Orlando. Learn more on our website. |
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Tune In to the State of the City
The 2022 State of the City will premiere virtually on Tuesday, February 15 at 7pm on Facebook and YouTube. Residents can also join Mayor Scott Singer in person at the Downtown Library (400 NW 2nd Ave) for the premiere and a Town Hall Q&A. Doors open at 6:30pm.
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Tickets Now on Sale for Festival of the Arts BOCA
Festival of the Arts BOCA returns LIVE at the Mizner Park Amphitheater March 4 - March 13 with a lineup of performances and talks. Tickets are now available for purchase on the Festival BOCA website for performances such as A Night at the Ballet, O pera Gala Concert with Larisa Martinez and Friends, Time for Three in Concert, and Latin Grammy Award-winning Nestor Torres. |
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Coronavirus Relief Funds Available for City Residents
Coronavirus relief funds are still available for City homeowners and renters who have experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19. Visit the Rental and Foreclosures Programs webpage for guidelines, qualifications, and how to apply. |
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COVID-19: Testing and Vaccine/Booster Sites
As COVID-19 cases increase in our area, please take necessary precautions to stay safe and healthy. There are several local facilities offering COVID-19 testing and vaccine and booster shots, with and without appointments:
NEW: Get FREE At-Home COVID-19 Tests
Residential households in the U.S. can order one set of 4 free at-home tests from USPS.com. Here’s what you need to know about your order:
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Limit of one order per residential address
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One order includes 4 individual rapid antigen COVID-19 tests
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Orders will ship FREE starting in late January
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Facility and Landscape Improvements Continue at Boca Raton Golf & Racquet Club
As golfers continue to enjoy the greens at the Boca Raton Golf & Racquet Club, renovations and improvements are still underway. Visit the Boca Raton Golf & Racquet Club webpage for more updates:
- Replacement of the main clubhouse roof began January 17 and is expected to be completed by early May 2022.
- Painting of the perimeter wall and landscaping improvements have been completed around the 18th Hole. Additional landscaping improvements that will extend through the 1st Hole are currently underway.
- The upgraded driving range was completed in December 2021 and is currently available for golfers to use daily.
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Your Tax Dollars at Work
As you take a look around the City, you may see a lot of construction and City staff hard at work. All these projects from park renovations to updated traffic signals are your tax dollars hard at work. Here are some projects that have been completed or are currently in progress:
New traffic signal mast arms continue to be installed at intersections around the city. A couple were recently completed at:
- Dixie Hwy & NW 20th St on Nov. 17
- St Andrews & Potomac Rd on Dec. 14
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Traffic signal mast arms continue to be painted around the City. Since May 2021, mast arms at 10 intersections have been completed. |
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The installation of new energy-efficient lighting fixtures in the Downtown/CRA area continues, with approximately 740 fixtures having already been installed, and another 600-700 fixtures scheduled to be completed by spring 2022. |
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Park renovations and projects continue at:
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Sand Pine Park - New turf installation, new restroom and pavilion structures, tennis and racquetball courts resurfacing.
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Spanish River Park Restrooms - Restroom #4 is complete. Restroom #3 has its interior complete, exterior painting complete, and metal roofing outstanding.
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Hillsboro El Rio Park North - Restroom renovation is in progress.
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Silver Palm Park and Wildflower Update
The seawall at Wildflower Park was completed in late Dec. 2021 and work is progressing with underground utilities. At Silver Palm Park, the old bathroom has been demolished and a new one is being constructed. Pavement has been placed and sidewalks poured. The boat ramp components and landscaping are both underway. Additionally, public art structures have been approved by City Council to enhance the new space (see picture below).
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Signal Activated for I-95 Entrance Ramp at Palmetto Park Road
On Monday, January 31, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) activated ramp signals at the entrance ramp of Palmetto Park Road. The signal will help control the entry of traffic onto I-95 and improve traffic flow during rush hour.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
- When the signal is red, the driver will pull up to the marked white line before the "Stop Here on Red" sign to activate the ramp meter light.
- When the signal light turns green, one vehicle should proceed and merge onto the interstate.
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Holiday Sanitation Changes
- City offices closed and no sanitation service Monday, Feb. 21.
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Monday, Feb. 21 collection will be a day LATER on Tuesday, Feb. 22.
- Tuesday, Feb. 22 collection will be a day LATER on Wednesday, Feb. 23.
- Thursday and Friday collections remain unchanged.
Remember, sign up for Text Alerts reminders sent directly to your phone.
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Black History in Boca Raton
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Also, stop by the Boca Raton Public Library this month to celebrate Black History Month. Youth Services will feature a Black History-themed book at the Drop-In Family Storytime on Monday, February 7 at 10am at the Spanish River Library (1501 Spanish River Blvd).
Both library locations will also have Black History Month displays featuring recommended books by black authors throughout the month of February.
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Food Truck Fridays Return February 4
Welcome in the weekend with the return of Food Truck Fridays on Friday, February 4 from 11am to 2pm at Hillsboro El Rio Park South (200 SW 18th St). Enjoy live music with dishes from Di Big Jerk, Kona Ice, Reggae Beets, Inspir-Asian, and Sweetlipz Dessert. Bring your friends or family; we can't wait to see you there!
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"Swing! Swing! Swing!" Will Have You Jumping, Jiving and Wailing at the Willow Theatre
Support local performing arts and get your tickets now for Swing! Swing! Swing! at the Willow Theatre at Sugar Sand Park, running February 11 - March 6. This show features six talented singers and dancers, a pianist, hot bass and drummer performing classic jazz and big band standards with great costumes and choreography.
Coming soon...
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This Month at Mizner Park Amphitheater |
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February 5 - 6
FREE and open to the public
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February 11 - 13
$5 (Children 12 & under are FREE)
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Recreation Programs
Sugar Sand Park
Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26, Mar. 5, 12 | 10am | FREE 6-week program giving families an opportunity to connect with nature in local parks.
Feb. 13 | 11:30am | $5
Gumbo Limbo Nature Center
- EcoWatch Lecture Series at the Library
On the Cutting Edge of Conservation
Feb. 10 | 6:30-8pm | FREE | Downtown Library
Feb. 24 | 6:30-8pm | Downtown Library
Boca Raton Public Library
Feb. 19 | 4-5:30pm | Downtown Library or Virtual
Feb. 26 | 10am-12pm | Spanish River Library
- Players of all ages, beginners and experts are invited. Instructors will be available to help those new to the game. No registration required.
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Be Part of the Great Backyard Bird Count February 18-21
Take 15 minutes to be a part of a citizen science effort to understand global bird populations and migration patterns! All you need is a camera and a computer or smartphone. From February 18-21, spend at least 15 minutes observing birds in the City and upload your observations on one of the project’s approved platforms. Learn more on the Take Action page.
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Save on Your Electric Bill Year-Round
Enjoying lower electricity bills because of the cool weather this winter? Lower energy bills could be yours year-round if you invest in simple weatherization of your home. Ceiling insulation is one of the most effective ways to improve the energy efficiency of your home. Keep cool air inside, reduce heat gain from your roof, and give you’re A/C a bit of a break. Learn more about FPL's rebate for ceiling insulation.
DID YOU KNOW: Residential energy represents nearly a quarter of all the greenhouse gas emissions in the City. Simple energy efficiency actions in homes not only save our residents money, but it's an effective way for individual actions to become meaningful climate mitigation.
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Careers are here in Boca Raton!
Be a part of Boca Raton's award-winning teams that provide world-class services, parks, beaches, public safety & more for our community.
Here are just a few of our varied career opportunities:
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Boca Raton, FL 33432
(561) 393-7700
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