New Public Art Alert! Whether you're taking the Brightline to a neighboring city or walking around Downtown Boca, be sure to stop by the City's newest mural and snap a selfie with the hashtag #LoveBocaRaton. | |
Happy New Year! Looking Back on 2022
From all of us at the City of Boca Raton, we wish you and yours a happy, healthy, and successful new year! The City has accomplished so much this past year and none of it could could have been done without the tremendous support from our staff, community, and stakeholders.
Be sure to look out for the City's 2022 Year in Review video and special edition newsletter to catch a glimpse of all that happened in 2022.
| |
Brightline Boca Raton Station Now Open
All Aboard! City Council and staff recently joined representatives from Brightline, community partners and other dignitaries for the official opening of the Brightline Boca Raton station.
The new station and parking garage are located at 101 NW 4th Street, Boca Raton, FL 33423, and are now in full service. For more information, check out the special edition newsletter or visit gobrightline.com.
| |
Celebrate the Life & Legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Join the City in commemorating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 16. The ceremony and event are free and open to the public.
- Community Breakfast: 8am - 10am, Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church
- Unity March: 10am, MLK Jr. Monument to Mizner Park Amphitheater
- Ceremony: 10:30am, Mizner Park Amphitheater
- FREE Unity Celebration: 12pm - 3:00pm, Mizner Park Amphitheater
For more information about the ceremony and celebration, visit the City's website.
| |
|
The Boca Raton Museum of Art will be open with FREE admission during the City's MLK Jr. Day event, highlighting their exhibit "Reginald Cunningham: Black Pearls," photographs of the residents of Pearl City.
Learn more about the exhibit on the Boca Raton Museum of Art website.
| |
|
Water System Disinfection Program and Fire Hydrant Flushing to Begin
To maintain the water quality of the City's water system, the Boca Raton Utility Services Department will temporarily modify the disinfection process used by the water treatment facility for a two-week period beginning on Sunday, January 10 and ending on Sunday, January 24. Customers served by the City of Boca Raton Utility Services may notice a slight chlorine taste or odor in the tap water during this period.
The City will flush fire hydrants during this period as well. Customers may notice flowing water in streets and swales, localized lower water pressures and a slight discoloration of their tap water.
For more information on this water treatment process, please visit Utility Services or call Utility Services at 561-338-7310. You can also listen to Episode 22 - Understanding Water Modification of our Boca Behind the Scenes Podcast to get a better understanding.
| |
|
See Tracks? Think Train!
In the U.S., about every three hours, a person or vehicle is hit by a train. Whether you are walking, driving, or riding a bike, STAYING SAFE around railroad tracks is easy if you follow the rules. Remember these simple safety tips to keep yourself and others safe near the tracks.
Stay Alert
Keep your eyes on the road when near train tracks – STAY OFF your phone and put away headphones or earbuds.
Don’t Stop on the Tracks
Drivers should NEVER stop on the tracks – don’t proceed unless you can fully cross the tracks. If you find yourself stuck on the tracks, get out of your vehicle and to a safe spot, immediately.
Obey Railroad Signals & Signs
Mind the signals. They are there for a reason – to keep people SAFE. Never try to go around lowered gates or pass flashing lights.
Never Walk on Railroad Tracks
Walking on the tracks is UNSAFE and illegal and can result in fines, injury or death.
Cross at the Crosswalks
The ONLY safe place to cross the tracks is at a designated crossing – use them.
For more information on rail safety, visit Brightline's website.
| |
|
Save the Date: First Responder Expo
Meet your City police, firefighters and paramedics at the Boca Raton First Responders Expo on Wednesday, February 4 from 10am - 2pm at the Town Center Mall Parking lot (corner of Glades Rd. & St. Andrews Blvd.). Check out live action firefighting, K-9 and motorcycle demonstrations, interactive activities and photo ops for the kids!
| |
NW 1st Avenue Beautification Project
As part of the Brightline Boca Raton Station opening, the City enhanced NW 1st Avenue with a $3.9 million beautification project, which was completed within 12 months. Learn more about all the enhancements and full scope of project here.
| |
Lake Wyman and James A. Rutherford Improvements
Work on Lake Wyman and James A. Rutherford Park has begun. As part of the City’s Waterfront Master Plan, this $9.6 million dollar restoration and improvement project will include beautiful new enhancements. Learn more about all the planned project improvements.
| |
New Glades Road/I-95 Interchange
Public Meeting
FDOT will hold a public meeting to help educate drivers on the new Glades Road/I-95 Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) opening soon. The meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 18, from 5pm to 7pm at the Boca Raton's Spanish River Library.
There will also be an online public meeting option on Thursday, January 19 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm.
| |
|
What City Meetings 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.
| |
Holiday Sanitation Changes
Please note the updated sanitation schedule for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day as your collection days may change.
And remember to Sign up for sanitation schedule change alerts at Notify Me.
Due to observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, there is NO sanitation service on Monday, January 16.
-
Monday service is RESCHEDULED to Tuesday, January 17.
-
Tuesday service is RESCHEDULED to Wednesday, January 18.
| |
|
REMINDER! A variety of fun events for all ages are planned for the new Wildflower Park in the coming months - mark your calendars!
Saturday, January 7 | 9AM
FREE Tai Chi class. Dress comfortably, bring a friend and your water bottle.
Friday, February 3 | 11AM-2PM
Food Truck Friday makes its return to Wildflower Park - come hungry!
| |
Looking for programs and activities? Visit our Recreation Highlights webpage for a complete rundown of highlighted classes, programs, shows, events, sports and offerings at our recreation facilities. | |
Tree City USA 43 Years and Counting!
2023 marks the 43rd consecutive year that the City has earned the designation of a Tree City USA. This designation recognizes the work that the City does to protect and enhance our tree canopy.
Why is tree canopy important to the City? Visit our website for more information.
| |
The Gift That Keeps On Giving
Help give your tree a second chance! The City is conducting a holiday tree recycling program through Tuesday, January 17. Residents can drop off their “clean” holiday trees at Countess de Hoernle Park (1000 Spanish River Blvd, south end of the parking lot next to the maintenance area). The City’s Recreation Services Department will pick up the trees and chip them into mulch to be used at the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center.
Drop-off times will be Monday - Saturday 8am - 8pm, and Sunday 8am - 5pm. For additional information, please call 561-393-7810.
* * Please make sure to remove ALL decorations including lights and tinsel from the tree. * *
| |
It's a New Year. Grow Your Career - or Start One - with the City #WeAreCBR
Work with a purpose in the new year. Join our award-winning teams that provide the best public service to our community of residents and businesses. Exciting opportunities are available across the following areas:
| |
|
City Manager's Office
- Business System Analyst
- Broadcast Video Technician
- Public Art Coordinator
Communications & Marketing
- Graphic Design Specialist
Development Services
- Building Inspector - Mechanical/HVAC
Financial Services
- Parking Enforcement Representative
- College Student Intern
Human Resources
- Office Assistant II
- Human Resources Coordinator
Municipal Services
- Dredge Deckhand
- Equipment Operator I
- Assistant Traffic Engineer
- Transportation Analyst
| |  |
|
Police Services
- Real Time Command Center Technician
- Public Safety Call Taker
- Police Officer Candidate (certified and non-certified)
Recreation Services
- Pool/Ocean Rescue Lifeguards - FT, PT
- Willow Theatre Front of House Coordinator
- Groundskeepers - FT, PT
- Park Gate Attendant - PT
- Park Ranger
Utility Services
- Plant Electrician
- Instrumentation/Control Technician
- Utilities Network Crewmember
And more!
| |
|
City of Boca Raton
201 West Palmetto Park Road
Boca Raton, FL 33432
(561) 393-7700
| |
| | | |
