City to Hold Strategic Planning Sessions

City Council and leadership staff will meet to discuss strategic goals and priorities for the upcoming fiscal year. The planning sessions will be held May 10 - May 12, at 6500 Congress Avenue, with opportunities for public attendance and comment. 

The sessions can also be viewed live: 

• Online at www.myboca.us/Meetings
• Comcast Ch 20 (within City limits)
• AT&T U-Verse Ch 99 (within PB County)
• Hotwire Ch 395 (within Palm Beach County)
• To listen, tune radio to AM station 1650 (WPQJ)

The sessions will also be recorded and available for viewing the following week. For more information and for the complete agenda, visit the City's website.

Honor Our Fallen Heroes This Memorial Day - May 29

9am - 10am | Commemorative Ceremony

Boca Raton Cemetery (451 SW 4th Ave)

7pm - 8:30pm | FREE Concert 

Patriotic, family-friendly music

Mizner Park Amphitheater (590 Plaza Real)

Learn more on the Memorial Day webpage.

Congratulations to the Drop Savers Program Winners

In partnership with the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association (FSAWWA), the City's Utility Services Department participated in the annual Drop Savers Contest. The poster contest received entries from Boca Raton schools, both public and private, grades K-5. Each participant's poster had to include a slogan, drawing, or combination of the two with a water conservation theme. The posters were judged on their water conservation message, creativity, and originality, not just artistic ability. Congratulations to the winners!

Water Conservation Month

The City also recognized Water Conservation Month to raise awareness about the importance of water conservation and the ways residents and businesses can reduce our water use all year long. 

To learn more on how you can conserve water in the City, visit the Utility Services website.

FAU Men's Basketball Presented With Key to the City

The City of Boca Raton presented the Key to the City to the FAU Men's Basketball Team in recognition of their run in the NCAA Tournament that brought students, alumni, and the entire Boca Raton community together. The Key to the City is a rare honor given to individuals who have had a profound impact on the community. Thank you to all who attended the Community Celebration!

City Staff Prepares for Hurricane Season

With hurricane season beginning June 1, it’s never too early to be prepared. City leadership and staff recently completed their Annual EOC Hurricane Season Exercise to better be prepared for a potential storm impacting our area.

A few things to note before entering hurricane season:

• Stay tuned for our Hurricane Newsletter containing helpful information & resources.
• Sign up for emergency alerts and connect with us on social media.
• Look for updates on the Florida Dept. of Revenue website for the 2023 Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday.
• Although the Atlantic Hurricane season officially begins on June 1, it’s common for tropical activity to form prior to that date. The National Hurricane Center issues Atlantic Tropical Weather Outlooks beginning May 15.

Teaching Our Children About Public Service

The City recently hosted Take Your Child to Work Day - children of our staff members learned about the many career opportunities at the City from Municipal, Police, Utility, Recreation, and Fire Services and more all while understanding the importance of public service. Thank you to all of the students and parents that participated.

Brightline Service to Orlando Coming Soon

The Brightline Orlando station is complete with service from Boca Raton to Orlando coming soon. Tickets are scheduled to go on sale later this month.

For service updates, schedules, and tickets, visit the Brightline website.

City Celebrates Tree City USA Designation for 43rd Year

The City celebrated Arbor Day with an official Proclamation, its Tree City USA designation and related programs and activities for the community to enjoy. A healthy and strong tree canopy has long been a priority of the City, and has been supported over the years through leadership, policy, and community outreach. 

For more information, related programs, and to view the Sustainable Tree Maintenance Guide, visit the City’s Tree Canopy webpage.

National Ride Your Bike to Work Week

During National Bike to Work Week May 15 - 21, the City encourages you to try riding your bike to and from work! The more people who bike to work, the less air pollution and traffic congestion there will be.

Don't live close enough to bike to work? Visit the Take Action webpage for other ideas on how to get your bike ride in!

In Case You Missed It... Download Recycle Coach App

The City of Boca Raton partnered with Recycle Coach to help our community recycle better! This easy and accessible app provides valuable information right in the palm of your hand about sanitation schedules, What Goes Where recycling sorting guide, image search for items and much more.

The app can be downloaded to any mobile device by visiting the Google Play or Apple iTunes Store or residents can utilize the web application on the Recycle Coach webpage. Just begin by typing your address!