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NEW 2024 Fabulous Fourth Events
Get ready for a BRAND NEW Independence Day experience in every corner of our city! Join us in participating in one or more of the four community-focused events.
7am - Firecracker 5K at FAU Boca Campus
9am - Liberty Cup Racquet Tournament
1pm - Block Party at Sugar Sand Park
7pm - Fabulous Fireworks Finale
Read everything you need to Know Before You Go!
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Centennial Logo Reveal
The City is excited to unveil a special logo for Boca Raton’s upcoming Centennial Celebration in 2025. The logo represents 100 years of rich history, vibrant culture, and a strong community spirit with each color representing different elements of our City. Residents and visitors can look forward to seeing the logo incorporated into all centennial-related events and materials as the City celebrates the past, present, and future of Boca Raton starting in January 2025.
Read more about our Centennial and get in the spirit by penning your personal "Ode to Boca".
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Know Your Drinking Water
The City's Utility Services Department recently published the 2023 Drinking Water Quality Report (posted by July 1, yearly), which provides a comprehensive summary of water quality tests required by multiple government agencies.
View the 2023 Annual Water Quality Report to learn more about your drinking water.
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BocaConnect Now in Service
Get around the downtown area with BocaConnect, the City’s new eco-friendly, on-demand shuttle service in partnership with Circuit Transit Inc. Catching a ride is quick and easy - just download the Circuit app.
Learn how it works, see the service area map, and find out how to get the app to request a ride today.
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Spanish River Beach Candidate for Blue Flag Award
Boca Raton is thrilled to announce that Spanish River Beach is officially a candidate for the prestigious Blue Flag Award. This significant milestone marks our dedication to preserving our beautiful coastline and underscores our commitment to environmental stewardship.
As we celebrate this achievement, we look forward to continuing our journey toward full Blue Flag certification. For more information about the Blue Flag Award, visit Blue Flag USA.
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Help & Support from FPL for Boca Raton Residents
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Be Proactive: Storm Preparedness
FPL works year-round to prepare for severe weather and is ready to respond to whatever weather comes our way. Prepare your family and/or business for storm season by visiting FPL.com/Storm and access helpful resources, tips and guidelines to ensure you and your loved ones are ready when storms strike.
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Heads Up Boca! How to Deal with Extreme Temperatures
With more frequent days of unusually high temperatures, make sure to prevent any heat-related illnesses, that can happen quickly. Key precautions to take include:
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Drink Cool Water: At least 1 cup every 20 minutes.
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Take Rest Breaks: Rest in shaded or air-conditioned areas often so your body can cool.
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Avoid Strenuous Activities Outdoors: Limit physical exertion during peak heat hours, usually between 10am and 4pm
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Check on Vulnerable Individuals: Ensure the safety of the elderly, children, and those with pre-existing health conditions, who are more susceptible to heat-related issues.
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Dress for the Heat: Wear a hat and light-colored and loose-fitting clothing.
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Fireworks Safety
While fireworks are a traditional part of the July 4th celebration, every year people take potentially dangerous risks when they celebrate. Did you know... of the 9,700 fireworks injuries treated in hospital emergency departments, about 66% occurred in the month surrounding the July 4th holiday.
As the holiday weekend approaches, Boca Raton Fire and Police Departments reminds everyone to enjoy Independence Day in a safe and responsible way! Be on the lookout for an important safety message from our public safety officials this week on social media.
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Flooding During Hurricanes, or Anytime
Now is the time to know your flood zone and insure your property. The City’s ongoing floodplain management efforts may qualify residents in high hazard flood zones for a discount of up to 15% on their flood insurance rates. Plus, take a moment to review some important flood terms:
Flood Watch: Conditions are favorable for a flood. Prepare!
Flood Warning: A flood is imminent or occurring. Act Fast!
Flash Flood Warning: Sudden, violent floods are imminent or occurring. Act Fast!
Learn more by visit the Floodplain Management page on the City's website.
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Senior Hurricane Meals
Now available at NO COST, this program is available for residents ages 60 and over, who reside in Southern Palm Beach County from the Broward County line through Hypoluxo Road.
To reserve your Hurricane Meals, contact The Volen Center at 561-395-8920, extension 0.
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Amazing View from the Top
Jacob’s Outlook, the new observation tower at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center is now OPEN! Climb the stairs or take a leisurely stroll up the ADA compliant ramp to reach the top of the 40-foot tower and enjoy vistas from the intracoastal to the ocean. The new tower is named in remembrance of Jacob Kosowsky, a local young man who loved the outdoors, but passed away in 2018.
Jacob’s Outlook and the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center boardwalk are open 7AM - Sunset.
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What can I borrow from the library besides books and movies?
Both the Downtown and Spanish River branches of the Library offer patrons a variety of items to check out, that go beyond the usual books, movies and digital offerings. With your library card, you can grow a garden, up your backyard fun, play music, get mobile, bake a cake, play games and so much more - see offering below:
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- American Girl Dolls
- Seeds
- Musical Instruments
- Backyard Games
- Cricut Explore 3
- Mobile Hotspots
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- Jigsaw Puzzles
- Board Games
- Cake Pans
- Stem Kits
- Citizen Science Kits
- Early Literacy Backpacks
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What City Meetings and Events are Planned This Month?
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City Facility Closings & Changes
For City sanitation customers, please note the holiday sanitation schedule for the Independence Day holiday (observed on Thursday, July 4) as your collection days may change:
- City offices closed on Thursday, July 4.
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Thursday, July 4 service will be a day EARLIER Wednesday, July 3.
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There will be NO CHANGE to Friday, July 5 sanitation service.
Remember, sign up for Text Alerts reminders sent directly to your phone.
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Sustainable Summer: July's Theme is Waste Reduction
This Sustainable Summer, July is waste reduction month! There is no better way to understand why reducing waste, especially plastic, is important than to see its impact on the environment.
All July long, when you are at the beach use the Community Cleanup Buckets at the lifeguard stands, go “plogging,” or pick up litter whatever your activity. Log what you find in the CleanSwell App and join the group Boca Sustainable Summer.
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Your Recycling Coach is Here
Want to make recycling easier and more efficient? The Recycle Coach app is a handy tool that provides personalized recycling schedules, reminders, and tips to ensure you're always in the know about what can be recycled and when. Help reduce waste, improve the environment, and keep our beautiful city clean. Get the app and get started today – it's free and user-friendly. Let's recycle right, Boca!
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July is Park & Recreation Month
Mayor Scott Singer declared July 2024 as Park and Recreation Month. We encourage you to enjoy the City's 49 parks and facilities and share your appreciation for the City's professionals with the hashtag #BocaRecreation.
This year, celebrate with us in a variety of ways, including collecting Where You Belong Stickers at our participating facilities, Free Music Fridays at Mizner Park Amphitheater, exploring the Children's Science Explorium, or taking a quick swim at one of our award-winning beach parks.
Visit the Park and Recreation Month webpage for more information.
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FREE! Play Ball with Mayor Singer & C.O.B.R.A. Coaches
August 17 | 9am, Spanish River Athletic Complex
Join Mayor Scott Singer and our Athetics C.O.B.R.A coaches for a FREE introductory diamond sports clinic. No prior experience or baseball/softball equipment is necessary. First 60 participants will receive a free PLAY BALL T-shirt, and bat and ball set to take home! Spots are limited, register today!
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Get Ready for Summer in the City
Join us under the stars this summer for a series of FREE Friday concerts at the Mizner Park Amphitheater. Tribute bands are back featuring the music of Jimmy Buffet, the Doobie Brothers, the Grateful Dead, and more! Details on Mizner Park Amphitheater's website.
Upcoming FREE concerts include:
New! Visit Night Market Pop-Ups at the Summer in the City events.
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Work for the City of Boca Raton, and work with a purpose. #WeAreCBR
The City offers a variety of full and part time job opportunities across the following areas:
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City Manager's Office
∙ GIS Specialist - IT
Fire Rescue
∙ Vehicle Technician I
Police Services
∙ Police Officer Candidate
∙ Public Safety Dispatcher I
∙ Mental Health Clinician
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Utility Services
∙ Quality Control Field Sampling Specialist
Development Services
∙ Building Inspector II - Structural
Recreation Services
∙ Park Ranger - PT
∙ Ocean Rescue Lifeguard - PT
∙ Pool Lifeguard - PT
∙ Groundskeeper
∙ Librarian I - Teen Services
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