Visit the Junior League of Boca Raton website for more information.

This week, City Council Members were selected to serve in various roles and positions for the City and with local agencies:

Learn more on the City's website.

The Boca Raton Police Department has launched a new emergency notification system -- Alert Boca. Residents can now receive police notifications about traffic, accidents, and emergencies directly to their phones via text messages and email. Sign up today by visiting Alert Boca.

City residents can receive additional savings on flood insurance premiums. At present the City has a Classification of 7 in the Community Rating System (CRS) which qualifies residents in high hazard flood zones for a 15% discount on their flood insurance premium. 

For more information visit, the City's website.

The Florida League of Cities recently honored both Mayor Scott Singer and Deputy City Manager George Brown with the 2022 Home Rule Hero Award for their hard work and advocacy efforts during the 2022 Legislative Session. Read more about the award and their recognition at Home Rule Heroes.

The City recently unveiled its latest Art in Public Places project, REcycled REef, near the entrance of South Beach Park. Members of the public joined the sculpture's artist, City Council and staff, 4Ocean, and other community partners for the unveiling followed by a beach cleanup. Watch the unveiling on our YouTube channel, and learn more about the REcycled REef on the project's webpage.

Work continues at the joint waterfront park sites. At Silver Palm Park, construction of the boat ramp and dock, installation of pavers and landscaping, a shade structure foundation and restrooms continue. The tentative opening of the site is slated for summer 2022.

Wildflower is on track for an opening in fall 2022 with crews currently working on fountain construction, site grading, slab and masonry work, curb pours for the parking lot, and relocation of trees and rough-in of irrigation. To stay up-to-date with this project, visit the Wildflower / Silver Palm Park Site webpage.

Construction of the Boca Brightline station and parking garage is moving forward. The contractor is advancing critical underground infrastructure pieces for the parking garage as well as the station’s platform foundations, which are located within the rail right of way. The foundation for the station will commence soon. Completion of the station and garage is estimated for fall 2022. Learn more about this project.

You know those pedestrian crosswalks with flashing lights in downtown on Palmetto Park Rd and Mizner Blvd? 10 of these Rectangular Rapid-Flashing Beach (RRFBs), will be installed along A1A beginning in early summer to improve pedestrian and bicyclist safety. Learn more about RRFBs and other projects on the Municipal Projects page.

Since opening last November, staff has been hard at work operating the golf course and completing renovation projects. Ongoing projects include the replacement of the clubhouse and cart barn roofs and the filling in of the swimming pool. Learn more about what's in store at the Golf and Racquet Club in the April 2022 Update video or on the City's website.

Apr. 11 - CRA Regular Meeting / City Council Workshop

Apr. 12 - City Council Regular Meeting

Apr. 15 - Passover Begins

Apr. 17 - Easter

Apr. 25 - CRA Regular Meeting / City Council Workshop

Apr. 26 - City Council Regular Meeting

The City is excited to announce the return of the 2nd Annual Battle of the Bands competition on Friday, June 3, 7pm - 10:30pm at the Mizner Park Amphitheater (590 Plaza Real). Applications are being accepted until April 25 at 5pm, and bands will compete in one of two categories: Under 20 years old or Over 20 years old. Learn more and apply on the Battle of the Bands webpage.

A special Teen Marketplace featuring young entrepreneurs ages 13-19 will take place during the Battle of the Bands competition from 6pm to 9pm. It's a great opportunity for young entrepreneurs in the area to showcase their local businesses. Learn more and apply on the City's website.

Thanks for coming out to today's (April 1) Food Truck Friday! The last Food Truck Friday of the season takes place Friday, May 6 from 11am to 2pm at Memorial Park (150 Crawford Blvd) next to the Boca Raton Community Center. Enjoy live music and awesome food. Bring your friends or family; we can't wait to see you there!

Over 6,000 attendees enjoyed the Boca Raton Library's Annual Touch a Truck event. Kids (and adults) of all ages came to see, touch, climb aboard, and learn about our many fascinating trucks and vehicles, as well as listen in on special storytimes! Watch the recap video on our YouTube channel.

The Mantas Swim Team is hosting tryouts for the summer 2022 season (runs May 17 - July 30) on:

Tryouts will assess the skill, stamina and technique necessary to participate in the swim team program. Learn more on the Aquatics webpage.

Registration is open for swim lessons at Meadows Park Pool! Swim lessons are available for all ages and levels. View the 2022 Swim Lessons Flyer for dates and times. You can also visit the Aquatics webpage or call 561-393-7851 for more details.

The Center is offering a Spring Singles Tennis Ladder (April 22 - June 24) and a Spring Pickleball Ladder (April 22 - May 27). Meet new people and challenge different opponents in healthy competition. Call 561-367-7090 for more details and to register.

With the help of a clear, dry atmosphere and a new telescope accessory, Science Explorium staff were able to capture a great photo of the Orion Nebula during their Eyes to the Skies program in March.

This FREE program takes place once a month. (the next date is April 11 at 7:30pm.)

It's one of the many programs offered at the Sugar Sand Park Community Center and Science Explorium for children and adults of all ages.

Interested in helping make a difference this summer and inspiring others to care for our environment? Apply for Gumbo Limbo’s Student Summer Program and Counselors in Training (CIT) Program today!

Must be 16-18 years old, commit to minimum of 50 hours for the summer. Level 2 background check with the City. Contact Dawn Perez via email or call 561-544-8538. Visit gumbolimbo.org/volunteers for more information.

Looking for a class, program, show, event, or activity? View more Recreation Highlights for this month from:

Celebrate Earth Month and visit City staff at WLRN's Eco Fest 2022 on Saturday, April 9 from 11am - 5pm at the Mizner Park Amphitheater.

This FREE event will be filled with education, interactive engagement, activities and family fun! Learn more.

You can also attend one of these other great events in celebration of Earth Month!

Sign up for their quarterly newsletter and learn about programs, beach cleanups, tree giveaways, and more!

Boca Raton's award-winning teams provide our community with world-class services, parks, beaches, public safety & more. Join us today!

View all our opportunities and apply today!

Coronavirus Relief Funds Available for City Residents

Visit the Rental and Foreclosures Programs webpage for information about Coronavirus relief funds available to City homeowners and renters.

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