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In 2022, our resolution is to make communicating with you -- our residents, visitors and business owners -- easier so that you know what's happening in your community.

Late last year, we introduced new communication opportunities to better serve our community. We hope you will sign up and stay informed all year long:

The 2022 State of the City will premiere this February (exact date to be announced) on Facebook and YouTube, and will be followed by a Town Hall Q&A. Check back on the State of the City webpage for details as they are announced.

Join the City in commemorating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 17 with:

Learn more on the MLK Jr. Day webpage.

The City was awarded a Bronze Bicycle Friendly Community Award by The League of American Bicyclists. Each year, The League assesses all 50 states. Communities, businesses, and universities are assessed through a voluntary application process, and award status lasts for four years. Learn more about the City's award at BikeLeague.org or view the City's Fall 2021 Report Card.

The City received additional Community Development Block Grant coronavirus (CDBG-CV) funds from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for City homeowners and renters who have experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19.

Applications are still being accepted and will be processed on a first come, first qualified, first served basis. Visit the Rental and Foreclosures Programs webpage for guidelines, qualifications, and to apply.

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:

The City continues to monitor the information and messaging coming from the Florida Department of Health (FDOH), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the State of Florida Governor's Office about COVID-19.

Brightline has commenced construction of the new Brightline/Downtown Library Parking Garage for its future Boca Raton station. The project is expected to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2022. For pictures and updates visit the City's website.

The project aims to educate the community about the harmful effects of pollution and plastics on marine life and inspire sustainable actions through an aesthetically pleasing artistic creation. The project is estimated to be completed by March 1, 2022. Learn more on the Art in Public Places webpage.

Jan. 10 - CRA Regular Meeting / City Council Workshop

Jan. 11 - City Council Regular Meeting

Jan. 17 - MLK Jr. Day (City Offices Closed & Sanitation Changes)

Jan. 24 - CRA Regular Meeting / City Council Workshop

Jan. 25 - City Council Regular Meeting

Please take notice of the updated sanitation schedule for Martin Luther King Jr. Day (observed on Mon., Jan. 17) as your collection days may change:

Remember, sign up for Text Alerts reminders sent directly to your phone.

Serving the Boca Raton Fire Rescue Department since January 1995, Chief John Treanor was promoted through the ranks and served as a Firefighter, Driver, Captain, EMS Captain, Division Chief, Assistant Fire Chief, and Deputy Fire Chief before he was appointed to Fire Chief. He is a graduate of the Executive Fire Officer program and was also an Assistant Professor/Department Chair of Emergency Medical Services, training paramedics throughout the County.

If you're looking to spend some time practicing your swing or warming up before a round of 18 -- we have good news! The driving range at the Boca Raton Golf & Racquet Club (17751 Boca Club Blvd) is now open! Check-in at the golf shop to purchase your tokens before heading to the driving range. For pricing and details, visit Boca Raton Golf & Racquet Club.

The Patch Reef Tennis and Pickleball Center (2000 NW 51st Street) will play host to the USA Pickleball Golden Ticket Qualifier for the 2022 Nationals from January 18-23. For tickets and to register, visit www.pickleballtournaments.com.

The Boca Raton Public Library is offering scholarships to adults for Career Online High School. Adults 19 and older can earn an accredited high school diploma and certificate in their chosen career path, plus develop a resume and other tools to start or advance their careers. The fully online program provides a 24/7 online classroom, personal academic coaches and real-world training. Learn more at the Boca Library website.

10-12 hardy volunteers are needed to assist with restoring dune habitat at Red Reef Park on Saturday, January 29 from 9am-12pm. Volunteers will be cutting back and removing invasive shrubs, digging and preparing holes, and planting and watering native plants and grasses to help maintain and stabilize a natural dune ecosystem. Visit the Take Action page to learn more or call the Gumbo Limbo front desk at 561-544-8605 to register.

Residents can drop off CLEAN holiday trees at Spanish River Athletic Park / Countess de Hoernle Park (1000 Spanish River Blvd.), from December 26, 2021 - January 16, 2022 to help beautify Gumbo Limbo Nature Center with new mulch.

The drop-off area is located at the southern end of the parking lot next to the maintenance area. Visit the Holiday Tree Recycling Webpage or call 561-393-7810 for more information. Make sure to remove all decorations including lights and tinsel from the tree.

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