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Government Campus
Interim Agreement Approved
At the March 18 City Council Meeting, an interim agreement between the City of Boca Raton and Terra & Frisbie group passed. This non-binding agreement allows the City and Terra & Frisbie Group to work together to study the project in more detail for a period of time.
What does this mean?
The agreement lets both parties do their due diligence and conduct important research such as reviewing the site, checking the financial viability of the project, assessing traffic, infrastructure and environmental impacts, and ultimately determining if the project is a good fit for the community.
Terra & Frisbie Group will cover all costs associated with these studies and research.
What's next?
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A 150-day review period begins. Terra & Frisbie Group will have five months to do the research and refine their plans. They will keep the City and residents updated on progress and findings along the way.
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Public involvement is key. Residents will continue to have the chance to give feedback as the project develops.
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As the process continues information gathered from the studies along with feedback collected from the community will help guide the creation of a Master Plan and a Master Partnership Agreement to be completed by the end of October 2025.
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How can I be notified of updates to the Government Campus plan?
The City is dedicated to keeping the community updated on the Government Campus initiative every step of the way. Here is how you can make sure to receive the latest updates on the proposed project.
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James Hardie Pro Football Hall of Fame Invitational
March 31 - April 6 | Old Course at Broken Sound
The inaugural James Hardie Pro Football Hall of Fame Invitational is this week! Get ready as 78 PGA Tour Champions players and 26 Pro Football Hall of Fame legends come together for an unforgettable week of competition.
As proud partners, the City of Boca Raton is celebrating with a special Centennial Activation at the tournament! Stop by the "100th Hole" Centennial space to enjoy drinks, interactive experiences, and exciting giveaways.
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Upcoming Strategic Planning
City Council and staff will meet next month to discuss strategic goals and priorities for the upcoming fiscal year of 2025-2026. The dates for the planning session are:
- Wednesday, May 7
- Thursday, May 8
- Friday, May 9
The meetings will be held at 6500 Congress Avenue and there will be opportunities for public comment. Stay tuned for details and agendas. For more information or to view past strategic planning sessions, visit the City's website.
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City Appoints New Deputy City Manager
The City is proud to welcome Jorge Camejo back to Boca Raton as Deputy City Manager. With nearly 30 years of experience in Boca Raton, including serving as Downtown Director, and most recently as Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Director in Hollywood, FL, Jorge will now oversee Boca Raton's CRA, as well as citywide development issues.
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See You Out on the Course
Spring is a great time to hit the links in the City at the Boca Raton Golf & Racquet Club and the Red Reef Family Golf Course. Enjoy 9 and 18-holes at the City's two public golf courses. Read the latest It's Tee Time in Boca newsletter and see what's happening:
- New driving range hours
- Meet the new Golf Course Operations Supervisor
- Leagues, programs and summer camps
- Golf tip videos, Centennial themed golf gear & more
Be sure to SIGN UP and never miss an issue!
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Centennial Arbor Day Volunteer
Tree Planting
Fri, April 25 | 3:30-5:00pm | Countess de Hoernle Park
We’re teaming up with Community Greening for an Arbor Day Tree Planting where we’ll be planting 40 native shade trees along the walking/running trail, and we'd love for you to be a part and help get them into the ground!
Community Greening Arborists and their trained Tree Technicians will be on hand to lead the group, and guide/assist volunteers. No experience needed, and all skill levels and physical capabilities welcomed. We encourage anyone to join us who is interested in getting their hands a little dirty, while helping increase our City's tree canopy.
Interested in volunteering to help? See details!
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Turn Waste Into Poetic Plastic Art
Public Art Boca is collecting recyclable bottle caps for its Centennial Ode to Boca initiative. In collaboration with O, Miami and Free Plastic, the caps will be transformed into vibrant Plastic Poetry featuring community-selected poems, helping inspire creativity and sustainability in Boca Raton.
Drop off your clean bottle caps in the marked collection bins at the Spanish River and Downtown Libraries, City Hall, Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, Sugar Sand Park Community Center or the Downtown Community Center.
Selected Odes will become public art displayed in unexpected places. Submit your Ode at www.Boca100.com.
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City Flag Redesign - We Need YOUR Input
In an initiative brought forward by City Council, the City is redesigning a new flag that better represents our community's heritage, values, and identity. Recently, hundreds of U.S. cities have redesigned their flags based on best practices from the North American Vexillological Association (NAVA), an expert organization in flag design.
Review the flag options on our website and share your feedback by April 16. City council will select the final design, which will be unveiled as part of our Centennial celebration.
PLEASE NOTE: The City is NOT changing its seal, which dates back to a design first used in 1950 by the Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce. Only the flag is being redesigned. The flag redesign options do not include the City Seal.
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Save the Date - Bike Rodeo
Saturday, May 3 | 9am & 10am | Ages 6-10
Countess de Hoernle Park (1000 Spanish River Blvd)
Join the City of Boca Raton as we celebrate National Bike Month with the City’s first Bike Rodeo! This event will offer safety instruction and skill building for the City’s young riders, ages 6-10.
Registration is required and this event is bring your own bike.
See details and register!
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Heads Up Boca: Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives
Did You Know? Three out of five home fire deaths occur in homes without working smoke alarms. Follow these safety tips to protect your family:
✔ Install smoke alarms in every bedroom and on all levels of your home.
✔ Use interconnected alarms that go off together.
✔ Test alarms monthly and replace every 10 years.
✔ Mount alarms on ceilings or high walls, at least 10 feet from stoves.
✔ Consider special alarms with strobe lights and bed shakers for those with hearing loss.
Take a moment to check your smoke alarms today—your safety depends on it! For year-round safety information, follow Boca Raton's Fire Rescue Services on Facebook and Instagram.
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NEW Fireworks Notification System
Fireworks can unsettle pets and individuals sensitive to loud noises.
Stay informed about upcoming displays in your area—whether they're City of Boca Raton events or private, approved shows—by texting FireworksAlert (no space) to 38276 or signing up on the AlertBoca webpage.
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What's Happening This Month?
Receive notices on meetings, news, events, and more - sign up for updates at Notify Me.
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Make Your Yard Sustainable!
Join the City and the University of Florida IFAS Extension for the FREE Sustainable Yard Series happening monthly through May!
April 30 | Pollinators: Bringing Butterflies, Bees, and Other Pollinators to Our Gardens
Spanish River Library | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Create a sustainable space for important pollinators.
Speaker: Kara Kruger, UF|IFAS Palm Beach County Environmental Horticulture Extension Agent.
Register in advance for a FREE native plant to take home.
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Celebrating Earth Month in the City
Join the City in celebrating Earth Month with a variety of programs and events, including:
April 14 | 10am | Earth Month Storytime
This fun-filled half-hour will be packed with songs, fingerplays and stories read by library staff and a special guest reader with the Sustainability Manager for the City of Boca Raton.
Where: Downtown Library
April 25 | 6-8pm | Screening of We Are All Plastic People Now
This groundbreaking film, for the first time ever, tests the producer’s blood and four generations of family members for chemicals derived from plastic. The results are alarming. Q&A with Director, Rory Fielding following the 1-hour documentary.
Where: Willow Theatre at Sugar Sand Park
View a complete list of Earth Month activities on the City's Earth Month webpage.
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Check Out the NEW Summer Recreator!
The Summer issue is packed with exciting activities to help the whole family enjoy some fun in the sun and indoors. Whether you’re looking for sports, arts and crafts, or community events, The Recreator has something for everyone. Check out all the fun, view the latest issue!
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Volunteer This Summer!
We have some great opportunities to get community service hours this summer.
Children's Science Explorium: Science Camp Counselor
- Make a difference this summer as a Volunteer Science Camp Counselor.
- Ages 15 & older. Applications accepted now.
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Contact Nikki Horbach at nhorbach@myboca.us to set up an interview.
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Learn more on their website.
Gumbo Limbo Nature Center:
- Be a part of Gumbo Limbo Nature Center’s mission to inspire stewardship of coastal and marine ecosystems.
- Age 16 & older. Applications accepted now.
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Learn more on their website.
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Night Market
Thursday, April 3 & May 1
Head to Downtown Boca for this monthly event under the stars and enjoy delicious food, sweet treats, local artists and makers, live music, art and much more!
View the list of food and market vendors!
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Summer Camps
Registration is OPEN
Our Summer Camp programs are designed to spark joy and create memories that will last a lifetime. Check out the exciting options we've lined up for you and let the adventures being.
Learn More & Register
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Battle of the Bands is Back!
The 5th Annual Battle of the Bands competition at Mizner Park Amphitheater will take place on August 8, 2025. Get ready for an epic night filled with electrifying performances and enthusiastic fans! Interested in competing for the $2500 grand prize? Apply now!
Have a budding small business? Apply to join our Young Entrepreneurs Market. Featuring ages 13 - 20, the market takes place during the Battle of the Bands competition from 6pm to 9pm. Interested in participating? Head over to the application!
Band applications & Young Entrepreneurs Market applications are due by June, 21, 2025.
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Thank you, Seafood Fest!
Thanks to everyone who came out for our inaugural Seafood Festival on March 22! It was a fabulous day of incredible seafood, live music, themed competitions, nautical themed vendors, and so much more. We're looking forward to next year!
Check out the video of the event!
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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 Manger
∙ Public Safety Video Technician
∙ PC Network Technician - PT
Development Services
∙ Enviornmental Officer
∙ Building Inspector II (Structural)
Fire Rescue Services
∙ Assistant Vehicle Technician - PT
Police Services
∙ Evidence Custodian - PT
∙ College Student Intern
∙ Mental Health Clinician
∙ Public Safety Dispatcher I
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Public Works & Engineering Department
∙ Automotive Superintendent
∙ Building Maintenance Supervisor I
∙ Construction Project Manager
∙ Traffic Signal Technician II
Recreation Services
∙ Librarian I - Events & Community Engagement
∙ Library Manager
∙ Golf Course Starter - PT
∙ Athletic Leader - PT
Utility Services
∙ Plant Electrician Apprenticeship
∙ Water Plant Operator
∙ Wastewater Plant Operator
∙ Plant Mechanic
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