Working Toward a Sustainable Future

In case you missed it, there are many new and exciting initiatives coming out of the Office of Sustainability. These initiatives are all products of the City's Sustainability Action Plan that was released in 2019. The plan included recommendation...

City Connection Newsletter - The June 2021 Issue

The June 2021 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...

Recreation Updates

Updated: April 1, 2021

• The Friends of the Library Bookstore reopening changes, starting April 2^nd:
  • Monday-Thursday, donations by appointment only 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, please contact Friends by email bookstore@BocaLibraryFriends.org
  • Friday and Saturday, open f...

Official Hurricane Message from the City of Boca Raton

Each year our community works together to prepare for the uncertainty of hurricane season. We review plans and stock up on supplies; we know the drill. This year, however, will require some additional preparation due to COVID-19.

We want you to know that w...

City Council & Public Meetings To Return To In-Person Meetings

City Council and board meetings will return to in-person meetings starting in June. Council meetings on June 7 and 8 will be held at 6500 North Congress Avenue, Boca Raton, FL 33487.

Local Officials Honored with 2021 Home Rule Hero Award

Boca Raton Mayor Scott Singer & Deputy City Manager George Brown were recently honored with the Florida League of Cities 2021 Home Rule Hero Award.

Boca Raton to Offer Outdoor Camp Programming

The City of Boca Raton Recreation Services Department will be offering outdoor camp programming this summer, including Surf School, Gumbo Limbo Nature Center camps, Fishing Academy, Tennis Camp, Golf Camp and Ocean Rescue.

Council to Finalize Priorities for 2021-2022 Fiscal Year

With the guidance of Doug Thomas, a facilitator from Strategic Government Resources, City Council and members of the City’s Executive Leadership will meet virtually on Tuesday, June 1 at 6pm to discuss and prioritize the strategic goals for the ...

Boca Raton Breaks Ground on New Community Garden

City Council and representatives from Brightline and the Junior League, broke ground on the new community garden located at Meadows Park on a 1.8-acre site.

Palm Beach County Offers Rent & Utilities Assistance Programs

The Palm Beach County Community Services Department (CSD) has opened its online portal for emergency rent and utility assistance. Renter households with at least one individual who has experienced a loss of income either directly or indirectly due to COVI...

Heads Up Boca! Be Aware of the New Pedestrian Crosswalks

Our vibrant Downtown is seeing an increase in pedestrian traffic as people walk to and from the beach, to restaurants, shops and parks. Walkers, bikers and drivers will now notice that there are four new pedestrian crosswalks along Palmetto Park Road from...

4ocean Update: 2,600 Pounds of Recyclable Waste Removed from City Beaches

In an effort to keep Boca’s beaches clean and free of debris and plastics, the City is partnering with Boca Raton-based 4ocean on a 6-month pilot program to increase recycling efforts at City beaches.

4ocean is a Public Benefit Corporation with a...

Take the READY. STEADY. BOCA! Pledge

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on all of us—residents and businesses alike. As the City reopens in phased steps and a “different normal” begins to emerge, Boca Raton will continue to encourage social responsibility and safety practices to...