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Brightline Trains are One Step Closer to Operation in Boca Raton!
On Tuesday, August 16, City Council members and community partners attended the "topping-off" ceremony for the Brightline Boca Raton station and parking garage -- a milestone signifying the completion of vertical and structural work. The Boca Raton station is scheduled to open by the end of 2022.
Learn more on the Brightline webpage.
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Understand Your Property Taxes
See how Boca Raton stacks up to neighboring cities in service, fees and millage rates in the 2022 Taxes Explained Brochure.
Residents of Boca Raton pay $516,913,471 in property taxes annually, and the City receives $108.3 million of these tax dollars. Boca Raton continues to have one of the lowest property tax rates in Florida for a full service city at 3.68.
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2022-23 Budget Hearings
City staff will present the 2022-23 budgets to City Council this month. View the Proposed Budget and the Proposed CIP on our website.
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Sign Up for City's New Emergency Alerts
The City of Boca Raton and Boca Raton Police have a NEW emergency alert system to help you stay alert, prepared, and know what's happening in our community in the event of an emergency. As we enter the peak of hurricane season, sign up today for text alerts.
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See the Latest Progress at Wildflower Park
Construction continues at Wildflower Park as we approach the Fall 2022 opening. Visit the Wildflower / Silver Palm Park webpage for more progress pictures including sculptures, play art, seating and more!
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Beautification Along
NW 1st Avenue Underway
Adjacent to the Brightline construction, a beautification project is underway along NW 1st Ave - including new sidewalks, street lighting, benches, bike racks, landscaping, and more. NW 1st Ave is closed until work is completed by end of the year.
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New Paving Along Spanish River Boulevard
Spanish River Blvd. was recently repaved from Military Trail to Broken Sound Blvd. and the El Rio Canal to Federal Hwy.
The project is in its final stages. Thank you to all the crewmembers who braved the August heat to get the majority of the project done in time for the school year.
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Red Reef Park South Restroom Undergoing Renovations
The Red Reef Park South restroom is closed for renovations and will take approximately 5 months to complete. Temporary restrooms are available during this time. The restroom upgrades include new ADA features, plumbing fixtures, tile walls, partitions, sidewalks and more. Learn about more parks upgrades.
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What City Meetings and Events are Planned This Month?
Stay in-the-know about City happenings. To receive notices on upcoming City meetings, news, events, and more, sign up for tailored updates at Notify Me.
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Save the Date!...Boca Boo Days are Headed Our Way
We are excited to announced that Boca Boo Days will return this fall with a wide variety of fun activities for all ages! From the Boca Raton Pumpkin Patch Festival to the Rocky Horror Picture Show Experience, there's something for everyone.
Visit the Boca Boo Days page and see what fun lies in store!
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September is Library Card Sign-Up Month
Did you know that residents receive a number of benefits and programs through our libraries? This September, sign up to receive your library card at the Downtown or Spanish River Libraries. Visit the Library website to learn what a card offers!
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New Library Card Designs
In celebration of Library Card Sign-Up Month, we are launching four new library card designs featuring Florida wildlife, including manatees, sea turtles, Florida panthers, and herons. Select your favorite design when you sign up for a free card (proof of City of Boca Raton residency required) at either of our libraries.
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$5 FAU Football Tickets
The Florida Atlantic University football team is celebrating FAU Loves Libraries Day at their September 10 game against Southeastern Louisiana by offering tickets to the game for $5 each!
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It's Still Summer at the Boca Raton Golf & Racquet Club
Enjoy summer rates, weekday specials and lessons at the City's premiere municipal golf course. And...look for more upgrades as the City continues to invest over $7 million in course and facility improvements!
Book your tee time today!
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Congrats to the Battle of the Bands Winners!
Local bands rocked out this August in the Mizner Park Amphitheater's Battle of the Bands event. The winning band in each category received $2,500 in prize money. Listen to each category winner below, and get ready for next year!
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Audio Crisis
Winner - Over 20 Category
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Harmonious Rage
Winner - Under 20 Category
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Steam Through September
Get ready to STEAM through September, a city-wide scavenger hunt promoting science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics. Explore some of the city's amazing exhibits, programs and places, win prizes, and make discoveries along the way!
Learn more about STEAM through September.
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Lend a Hand and Vote for Ocean Strand!
The Greater Boca Raton Beach & Park District's Ocean Strand Park project was selected by NRPA to compete in the annual Perk Your Park contest. The three parks who receive the most votes will receive $75,000.
Show your support and vote daily by September 12.
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Be Part of the Discussion around Zero Emissions Day
We are committed to reducing GHG emissions in the City to net zero, but how can that be done?
Join the Offices of Sustainability and Economic Development & Innovation for a panel discussion with Boca Raton-based businesses (Cloudsyte, Carbon Limit, and Greener Process Systems) working on solutions for a net zero emissions world.
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FREE EVENT - Sustainability & Tech
Boca Raton Innovation Campus (large conference center)
Tuesday, Sept. 20, 6pm - 7:30pm
Open to the public. Email your name to register to save your seat!
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Join Our Award-Winning Teams at the City of Boca Raton
Grow your career -- or start one -- with the City of Boca Raton. With competitive salaries and benefits packages, we'd love to have you join us in providing the best services, parks, beaches, utilities, public safety, and more to the community.
Open positions include:
- Assistant Traffic Engineer
- Business Systems Analyst - IT Division
- Construction Contract Administrator
- Custodial Worker PT
- Crime Intelligence Analyst
- Dredge Deck Hand
- Irrigation System Technician
- Human Resources Analyst
- Land Development Coordinator
- Maintenance Worker
- Golf Pro Shop Attendant PT
- Planner/Senior Planner
- Pool Lifeguard PT
- Public Safety Dispatcher I
- Recreation Centers Manager
- Senior Communications Coordinator
- Utilities Network Crewchief
- And Many more!!!
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