Official Hurricane Message from the City of Boca Raton

With June 1 marking the start of hurricane season, be sure to check out the City's Official Hurricane Newsletter with important information on how to prepare for a potential storm.

City of Boca Raton to Hold Strategic Planning Workshop

The Boca Raton City Council and the City's Executive Leadership Team
will meet to develop strategic goals, discuss current challenges and
determine opportunities and policy actions for the 2022-2023 Fiscal
Year.

Remember and Honor Our Fallen Heroes this Memorial Day

Memorial Day Ceremony & Concert

On Monday, May 30, the City of Boca Raton Recreation Services Department will host a Memorial Day Ceremony and Concert in the Park to honor America’s fallen war heroes. Both events are FREE and OPEN to ...

Kids to Parks Day and National Water Safety Month

Mayor Scott Singer recently presented proclamations alongside Recreation Services Director Michael Kalvort for Kids to Parks Day and National Water Safety Month.

Kids to Parks Day

• View the Kids to Parks Day Proclamation (PDF)

May 21, 2022 is the 12th annual ...

Building Recertification Program Fees Established by City Council

Construction Updates for Wildflower/Silver Palm Park Site

The Silver Palm Park and Wildflower sites are moving closer to completion. Recent construction and updates to both sites are in line with the City's Waterfront Master Plan. Learn more about the latest progress.

Progress Continues on the Brightline Boca Raton Station

Progress continues to be made on the Brightline Boca Raton station and parking garage located on a 1.8-acre site across from Mizner Park and adjacent to the Downtown Library.

City Connection Newsletter - The May 2022 Issue

The May 2022 issue of the City Connection is HERE! Catch up, and learn what’s coming up in Boca Raton!

READ this month’s issue of the City Connection...

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The City of Boca Raton's Race to Zero

Cities Race to Zero

In March of 2022, the City Council decided to sign the City on to the Cities Race to Zero, a pledge signed by more than 1,000 cities globally to commit to limiting global warming to 1.5°C by reaching global net zero carbon emissions bef...

Boca Raton Golf & Racquet Club Progress

Over the past few months, progress has continued with renovations and improvements to the Boca Raton Golf & Racquet Club. Learn about the recent renovation projects and what's to come this summer.

Residents Can Receive Significant Discount for Flood Insurance Premium

Every year the residents  of the City of Boca Raton receive savings on their flood insurance premiums due to the city’s involvement in the Community Rating System (CRS). At present the City has a Classification of 7, the highest rating ...

Sign Up for NEW Boca Police Alerts

Stay Connected and Be Informed

The City's goal this year is to make communicating with you -- our residents, visitors and business owners -- easier so that you know what's happening in your community.

Last year we introduced new communication opportunities to better se...

2022 Sea Turtle Nesting Numbers

See updated nesting numbers for the 2022 Sea Turtle nesting season.

May-June Issue of Hammock Happenings

Check out the latest issue of Hammock Happenings, our program guide and newsletter!

• Hammock Happenings: May-June 2022 (PDF)

Our New Operating Hours

Nature Center, Sea Turtle Rehabilitation, and Aquariums

• Tuesday - Sunday, 9am - 4pm
• Monday, 12pm - 4pm  (Gift Shop closed on Monday)

Nature Trails

• Sunday - Saturday, 7am - Dusk
• Restrooms are not available when the nature center is closed.

March-April Issue of Hammock Happenings

The March - April 2022 Hammock Happenings, Gumbo Limbo Nature Center's Program Guide & Newsletter, is here! View the new issue below:

• Hammock Happenings: March - April 2022 (PDF)

Greek Weird Wave

‘Greek Weird Wave’ refers to the emergence of a subversive brand of films in the last two decades which explore political and cultural issues in unusual unsettling ways. Hilarious dispositions, uncomfortable walks of fiction, or awkward scenescapes are al...

Celebrating México

La Independencia de México also known as "Grito de Dolores" is widely celebrated on September 16th. In 1810, Padre Miguel Hidalgo, called every citizen together to Dolores, Mexico where he made an inspiring speech of rebellion to figh...

Welcome to Boca!

Boca Raton, comes from boca de ratones, a Spanish term meaning “rat's mouth” that appeared on early maps and referred to hidden sharp-pointed rocks that gnawed or fretted ships' cables. Whether you are a new resident ...

American Chess Day

September 1st - American Chess Day - is next week! Check out one of our chess sets from our You Can Borrow That! collection. Looking to up your game? We have a great selection of instructional titles. Want to explore further? Find books and movies that ce...

Un-Bee-Lievable Tales for Kids

Kids can indulge their sweet tooth with these items about honey and bees.

City of Boca Raton Celebrates 42 Years as a Tree City USA

Boca Raton, FL – The City of Boca Raton has been recognized as a Tree City USA for the 42^nd consecutive year by the National Arbor Day Foundation, which promotes the benefit trees bring to urban environments. Mayor Scott Singer, Sustainability M...

Boca Raton Receives Bicycle Friendly Community Award

Boca Raton, FL – The City of Boca Raton once again was awarded a Bronze Bicycle Friendly Community Award by the League of American Bicyclists. One of 55 destinations nationwide to receive the award designation, the City previously received this ...

Light Up Downtown Boca Kicks Off on Friday, November 19 with Tree Lighting, Movie and More

Boca Raton, FL – Light Up Downtown Boca, a series of winter holiday festivities, kicks off on Friday, November 19 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Mizner Park Amphitheater (MPA), 590 Plaza Real, with a FREE holiday happening, culminating with the City of Boca...

City of Boca Raton Recognizes Veterans with Events on Thursday, November 11 from 11 AM to 2 PM

Boca Raton, FL – In commemoration of Veterans Day and in recognition of all military personnel who have served this country, the City of Boca Raton will host a FREE Veterans Day Observance “Honoring All Who Served,” open to the public, on Thursday, Novemb...

The Racquet Center in Boca Raton Awarded Outstanding Facility Award

Boca Raton, FL – The Racquet Center in Boca Raton has been awarded a 2021 Outstanding Facility Award from the United States Tennis Association (USTA) in the category of Public Courts: Large Tennis Center (11 or more courts).  The Center...

Mayor Scott Singer Named President of Florida League of Mayors

August 31, 2021

City Recognized for Distinguished Budget 38th Year in a Row

Boca Raton, FL – The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) recently presented the City of Boca Raton’s Office of Management and Budget with the GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award. The award represents a substantial a...

Scott Singer & George Brown Honored with 2021 Home Rule Hero Award

Boca Raton, FL – The Florida League of Cities, the united voice for Florida’s municipal governments, recently recognized Boca Raton Mayor Scott Singer and Deputy City Manager, George Brown with a 2021 Home Rule Hero Award for their hard work and advocacy ...

Boca Raton Opens New Fire Station

The City of Boca Raton Fire Rescue Services Department held a ribbon cutting ceremony on March 8, 2021, to open the new Fire Station 6 located at 1901 Clint Moore Road. Those in attendance included fire administration and personnel, City Council Members, ...

Flying Turtles? Gumbo Limbo Nature Center Provides First-Class Care to 20 New England Sea Turtles

BOCA RATON, FL – December 14, 2020 – On Sunday, December 13, 20 cold stunned turtles were transported from the New England Aquarium (NEAQ) to Gumbo Limbo Nature Center for emergency treatment and warming. The 17 Kemp’s Ridley and 3 Loggerhead sea turtles ...

Boca Raton Fire Rescue Reminds Residents to Remove Hurricane Shutters

BOCA RATON, FL – December 9, 2020 – Hurricane season officially ended on November 30, but many residents still have hurricane shutters up. Boca Raton Fire Rescue Services is encouraging residents to remove hurricane shutters and other protection like plyw...

Boca Raton Receives National Recognition For Its Utility Services

The City of Boca Raton’s Utility Services Department has received national recognition as a Utility of the Future Today for its commitment to provide environmentally-sound treatment, distribution and storage of high-quality pot...

Yvette Drucker Appointed to City Council Seat C, Temporarily

Boca Raton, FL – October 28, 2020 – Boca Raton City Council members recently appointed city resident Yvette Drucker to fill City Council Seat C, temporarily. Seat C is currently unoccupied due to the military deployment of Council Member Jeremy Ro...

City of Boca Raton Receives Additional Coronavirus Relief Funds for City Homeowners and Renters

BOCA RATON, FL – October 19, 2020 – The City of Boca Raton has received an additional $230,285 in Phase 2 Coronavirus Relief Funds (CRF) from Florida Housing Finance Corporation (FHFC). Previously, the City received $317, 322 in Phase ...

Council Member Andy Thomson Invited to Active People, Healthy NationSM Champions Institute

BOCA RATON, FL – October 15, 2020 – In support of the Active People, Healthy Nation? Initiative, Smart Growth America (SGA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity announced today tha...

Owners of Boca Raton Resort & Club Announce Donation of Boca Country Club to the City

BOCA RATON, FL – October 7, 2020 – MSD Partners and Northview Hotel Group, owners of the Boca Raton Resort & Club, have announced plans to donate the 130-acre Boca Country Club to the City of Boca Raton. As a result of this donation, the Boca Country ...

FPL to Install New Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Boca Raton

The City of Boca Raton announced its partnership with Florida Power and Light Company (FPL) in a new pilot program that includes the installation of nine electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at seven public locations throughout the City. The stations c...

Boca Raton Receives $16.4 Million for Brightline Train Station Project

BOCA RATON, FL – September 24, 2020 – 

The City of Boca Raton was recently awarded a $16,350,000 grant from the US Department of Transportation (DOT). The Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvement (CRISI) grant fu...

City of Boca Raton Celebrates Its 40th Year as a Tree City USA

BOCA RATON, FL – September 23, 2020 – This year, the City of Boca Raton will celebrate its 40^th year as a “Tree City USA” a little differently. Trees will be planted in four parks around the City for residents to vi...

City of Boca Raton Announces Small Business Relief Program

BOCA RATON, FL – May 28, 2020 – On May 27, 2020, the Boca Raton City Council unanimously passed a $500,000 Small Business Recovery Relief Grant program for businesses within the city limits of Boca Raton. The grant program, which is de...

City of Boca Raton Asks For Resident Participation In Virtual Memorial Day Ceremony

BOCA RATON, FL – May 19, 2020 – On Monday, May 25, the City of Boca Raton Recreation Services Department will host its Memorial Day Ceremony virtually to honor America’s fallen war heroes. Traditionally, the City hosts the ev...

Miuccio Named Boca Raton Chief of Police

Interim Police Chief Michele Miuccio has been promoted to Police Chief.

Chief Miuccio, who has extensive law enforcement experience, has been with the department for over 30 years. During Chief Miuccio’s tenure with the Boca Raton Police Departme...

City's Newest Waterfront Park to Open with Community Celebration

BOCA RATON, FL – January 27, 2020 – The City of Boca Raton is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the soft opening of Hillsboro El Rio Park South on Saturday, February 22, 2020. The ribbon-cutting will be held from 9:30am to 10am. Th...

Aaa Rated Boca Raton: Beautiful, Safe, Vibrant and Prosperous

BOCA RATON, FL – December 31, 2019 – A recent report by Moody’s Investors Service indicated that the City’s credit position and the City’s Water & Sewer credit position remain rated Aaa, the highest possible rating out of 10 grade levels. Citing an “e...

City of Boca Raton Leader Named Building Official of the Year

BOCA RATON, FL – December 30, 2019 – Boca Raton Chief Building Official John Cosmo was recently named the 2019 Building Official of the Year by the Code Officials Educational Association. The Association, founded in 1977 as the Broward...

Boca Raton City Council Approves Brightline/Virgin Trains Station Agreement

BOCA RATON, FL – December 11, 2019 – The Boca Raton City Council has approved a long-term land lease with Brightline, soon to be Virgin Trains, for the construction of a train station and parking garage near the City’s Downto...

City of Boca Raton Utility Services Recognized for Sustainable, Reclaimed Water System

BOCA RATON, FL – October 28, 2019 – The City of Boca Raton’s Utility Services Department was recently honored with a top award at the 2019 Executive Management Conference by the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMW...

The Friends of the Boca Raton Public Library Donates $77,075 for Library Mobile Van

BOCA RATON, FL – October 21, 2019 – The Friends of the Boca Raton Public Library has generously donated $77,075 to the Boca Raton Public Library for the purchase of a new library mobile van. The check was presented to Michael Kalvort, ...

City of Boca Raton Recognizes Veterans With Events From Morning To Night On Monday, November 11

BOCA RATON, FL – October 17, 2019 – In commemoration of Veterans Day and in recognition of all military personnel who have served this country, the City of Boca Raton will host a Veterans Day Observance "Honoring All Who Served&qu...

Light Up Downtown Boca Kicks Off With Annual Holiday Festival On Saturday, November 23

BOCA RATON, FL – October 8, 2019 – Light Up Downtown Boca, a series of winter holiday festivities including parades, concerts and more, kicks off on Saturday, November 23 at the Mizner Park Amphitheater (MPA), 590 Plaza Real, from 4 p....

Boca Raton Celebrates Arbor Day with Intergenerational Event

BOCA RATON, FL – October 15, 2019 – The City of Boca Raton is hosting its Annual Arbor Day Tree Planting Celebration at Patch Reef Park on Friday, October 18 at 9:30am. The park is located at 2000 Yamato Road and citizens are invited t...

Boca Raton Youth to Host Mental Health Round Table Discussion

BOCA RATON, FL – September 19, 2019 – The City of Boca Raton's Community Advisory Panel (CAP) Youth Subcommittee will host a Mental Health Discussion for the youth, by the youth. The discussion will be held on September 25 at 6pm at th...

City Communications & Marketing Division Wins Top Honors at National Communications Conference

BOCA RATON, FL – September 13, 2019 – The City of Boca Raton’s Communication and Marketing Division’s Know Before You Go digital newsletter won a top honor this month at the international City-County Communications ...

City of Boca Raton Hires New Municipal Services Director

BOCA RATON, FL – August 12, 2019 – The City of Boca Raton is pleased to announce that Zachary Bihr, P.E., has been promoted to Municipal Services Director for the City of Boca Raton. Zachary formerly served as the City's Assistant City...

Boca Raton Looks to RECreate City Parks and Recreation

BOCA RATON, FL – June 4, 2019 – The City of Boca Raton's Recreation Services Department is launching a community engagement campaign to determine needs and priorities for the future of Boca Raton and Greater Boca Raton Beach and Park D...

Boca Raton Offers Special Bulk Pickup Ahead of Hurricane Season

BOCA RATON, FL – May 14, 2019 – In preparation for hurricane season, the City of Boca Raton’s Sanitation Department is once again offering a special bulk and vegetation pickup for all customers in City limits. This is the second year the City is offering ...

Boca Raton's Community Advisory Panel Youth Subcommittee wins statewide competition

BOCA RATON, FL – April 30, 2019 – The City of Boca Raton’s Community Advisory Panel Youth Subcommittee was one of the five city youth councils to win the 2019 Municipal Youth Council Community Service Contest, sponsored by th...

City of Boca Raton hires first innovation strategist

Boca Raton, FL - April 2, 2019

The City of Boca Raton recently hired Pedro Moras as the new Innovation Strategist to further promote innovation and the use of technology within the community. Additionally, Moras will work to develop and implement SMART Cit...

City of Boca Raton creates innovative program to promote coastal sustainability

Boca Raton, FL - February 19, 2019

The City of Boca Raton is launching a new program called Coastal Connection on March 2, 2019 at the Sea Turtle Day Festival at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center. With the City located in coastal southeast Florida with five miles ...

Boca Raton Fire Rescue Services empowers residents to save lives with innovative app

Boca Raton, FL - January 30, 2019

City of Boca Raton's Fire Rescue Services will be launching a lifesaving app called PulsePoint at the First Responder Expo on February 2 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Town Center at Boca Raton. The smartphone app links to the ...

MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT

Hosted by City of Boca Raton Recreation Services

Patriotic, family-friendly music

FAQs: Chairs and blankets are welcome. Reserved seating for Gold Star families. $5 chair rental, FREE for active military and veterans. Food and beverages will be available to...

2ND ANNUAL BATTLE OF THE BANDS COMPETITION

Sponsored by The City of Boca RatonFriday, June 3rdDoors: 6:00 PM, Battle: 7:00 PMFree and Open to the Public

The City of Boca Raton is excited to announce the return of the 2^nd Annual Battle of the Bands competition on Friday, June 3 at 7 p.m. at the Mizn...

Summer Series: U2 By UV, the U2 concert experience

Sponsored by The City of Boca RatonFriday, June 10thDoors: 7:00 PM, Performance: 8:00 PMFree and Open to the Public

Enjoy the music of U2 by UV, a free night of music under the stars.

FAQs: A variety of food and beverages will be available for purc...

Summer Series: Yacht Rock concert

Sponsored by The City of Boca RatonFriday, June 17thDoors: 7:00 PM, Performance: 8:00 PMFree and Open to the Public

Enjoy soft rock music from the late 70s through the early 80s, a free night of music under the stars.

FAQs: A variety of food and be...

SUMMER SPLASH! A SIDE-BY-SIDE WITH THE SYMPHONIA AND FAU

Sponsored by The City of Boca RatonFriday, June 24thDoors: 6:00 PM, Performance: 7:00 PMFree and Open to the Public

The Boca Raton Symphonia will be performing with The FAU Summer Concert Band for a wonderful collaboration, Kyle Prescott conducting.

Visit t...

Summer Series: The Long Run, tribute to The Eagles

Sponsored by The City of Boca RatonFriday, July 8thDoors: 7:00 PM, Performance: 8:00 PMFree and Open to the Public

Enjoy The Long Run Band, a tribute to The Eagles, a free night of music under the stars.

FAQs: A variety of food and beverages will b...

Summer Series: Back In Time, a tribute to the 80s

Sponsored by The City of Boca RatonFriday, July 15thDoors: 7:00 PM, Performance: 8:00 PMFree and Open to the Public

Enjoy Back In Time, a tribute to the 80s, a free night of music under the stars.

FAQs: A variety of food and beverages will be avail...

Summer Series: Chicago Rewired, a tribute to Chicago

Sponsored by The City of Boca RatonFriday, July 22ndDoors: 7:00 PM, Performance: 8:00 PMFree and Open to the Public

Enjoy the music of Chicago with Chicago Rewired, a free night of music under the stars.

FAQs: A variety of food and beverages will b...

Summer Series: Absolute Queen, a tribute to Queen

Sponsored by The City of Boca RatonFriday, July 29thDoors: 7:00 PM, Performance: 8:00 PMFree and Open to the Public

Enjoy the music of Queen with Absolute Queen, a free night of music under the stars.

FAQs: A variety of food and beverages will be a...

LEE BRICE: LABEL ME PROUD TOUR

With special guests Michael Ray and Jackson DeanPresented by Live NationSaturday, August 13thDoors: 6:00 PM, Show: 7:00 PMTicketed Concert

One of Country music’s biggest names and Grammy nominated artist, Lee Brice, has announced he will be headl...

UB40: BIGGARIDDIM TOUR

With special guests The original Wailers, Maxi Priest, and Big MountainPresented by Richter Entertainment GroupThursday, September 1stDoors: 6:00 PM, Show: 6:30 PMTicketed ConcertUB40, legendary reggae-pop band and four-time Grammy® nomin...

Police Officer Starting Salary: $75,216

Join our team of dedicated professionals who protect and serve the City of Boca Raton.

Transitioning From UCR to NIBRS

The system that has been used to report the crimes occurring in our City, prior to this switch, is known as the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Summary Reporting System. The UCR SRS system has been used across the United States since 1930.

In order...

Police Services COVID-19 Update

Our main lobby is now open to the public. 

For a copy of a report, you can submit a public records request here: https://bocaratonfl.justfoia.com/Forms/Launch/e199c2cf-8a18-4915-87ac-2c6945d5b84c

We continue to serve and protect the City of Boca Ra...

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Arrest made by Boca Raton Police after woman’s body found during welfare check

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Boca Raton Police investigate home invasion robbery along NE 5th Drive

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Boca Raton Police investigate robbery on Lynn University campus

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