Shoulder-ride adventures and Boca Raton memories - Happy Fathers' Day! #LoveBocaRaton
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Be Prepared Boca!
It's officially hurricane season, with 8 - 14 named storms predicted to have 39 MPH winds or higher. For new and longtime residents - take steps now to avoid the stress of last-minute preparations to ensure the safety of your family and property. With your efforts and the City's year-long preparations, we can all have a safer season.
Read the City's 2026 Be Prepared Boca Newsletter for details.
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It's Time to Clean & Cut
Start your hurricane prep with Clean & Cut to get ahead of the storms. Throughout the month of June, trim your trees and clean out garages, carports and storage areas. The City has FREE EXTENDED SERVICES for your BULK and VEGETATION pickup to help.
Check out the June extended services schedule.
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Celebrate Boca Raton Day with the Miami Marlins
Sunday, August 23| 1:40pm
Show your City pride during Boca Raton Day at the LoanDepot Park with the Miami Marlins! Get DISCOUNTED tickets and sit in the "Boca Raton" section to watch the Marlins take on the Washington Nationals. Plus, watch Mayor Thomson throw out the first pitch!
See Details and get your tickets!
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Congratulations to the Drop Savers Program Winners
Each year, the City's Utility Services Department partners with the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association (FSAWWA) for the Drop Savers Poster Contest. Local students grades K-5 submitted artwork that featured a slogan or drawing with a water conservation theme. Posters were judged on message, creativity, originality, and artistic ability. Congratulations to the winners!
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Division 1
Hudson DiDomenico
A.D. Henderson - 1st Grade
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Division 2
May-Hantha Tun
Verde K-8 - 3rd Grade
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Division 3
Asya Turguner
Boca Elementary - 5th Grade
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A Top Achievement for an Essential City Service - Our Water
For the second consecutive year, the City's Utility Services earned statewide recognition with the 2025 Outstanding Water Treatment Plant Award from the FSAWWA for excellence in water quality, plant operations, safety practices, emergency readiness and more. Learn about the award and why the City's Utility Services are such a stand-out.
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SAVE THE DATE:
2026 Fabulous Fourth Events
Get ready for an Independence Day experience in every corner of our beautiful city! We invite you to participate in one or more of the four community-focused events. Registration now open for the 5K and Racquet Tournaments!
7am - Firecracker 5K at FAU Boca Campus
8am - Liberty Cup Racquet Tournaments
1pm - Block Party at Sugar Sand Park
7pm - Fabulous Fireworks Finale
Registration and details on our website.
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Celebrating America 250 in Boca Raton!
On July 4, 2026, our nation will commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. In honor of America 250, residents can participate in learning more about the founding of our nation and participate in events and activities throughout the City. See the America 250 webpage.
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Heads Up, Boca! Beach Fire Risks
Beach fires may seem harmless, but they pose serious risks to public safety, sea turtles, other wildlife, and the environment. Because of these dangers, beach bonfires and fires are prohibited on all Boca Raton public beaches.
Learn why you should NEVER start a beach fire in Fire Rescue Services latest safety newsletter.
Plus, watch a video message from City staff members with Gumbo Limbo, Ocean Rescue, Fire Rescue, Park Maintenance, and Park Rangers about why fire safety on our beaches is so important. They see the dangers beach fires cause firsthand.
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PARENTS: FREE Ebike Training for Teens
School's out for the summer, but safety is year-round! The City is sponsoring 150 FREE Ebike Training for Teens courses for Boca Raton RESIDENT teenagers. The online Ebike Pro Course is the most comprehensive training available for young drivers and pre-driving teens. Students will learn the skills needed for safe and responsible ebiking - skills that carry over into safer driving. Recommended for ages 12 - 19 years old.
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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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City Facility Closings & Changes
For City sanitation customers, please note the holiday sanitation schedule for the Juneteenth holiday (observed on Friday, June 19) as your collection days may change:
- There will be NO sanitation service on Friday, June 19.
- Friday, June 19 service will be on Thursday, June 18.
- Thursday, June 18 service will be on Wednesday, June 17.
Remember, sign up for Text Alerts reminders sent directly to your phone. Visit our website or text SanitationAlert (no space) to 38276.
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Sustainable Summer: June
Every summer is Sustainable Summer in the City. This June, July, and August, learn how YOU can practice more sustainable actions - starting with Energy Reduction.
View the June Energy Calendar to learn how you can reduce energy all month long!
Volunteer Dune Restoration
Saturday, June 13 | 9:00am, South Beach Park
Join the City and the Institute for Regional Conservation to restore the beach dunes at South Beach Park! Volunteer to remove invasive plant species that are causing harm to the dunes. No experience required. Register online.
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Community Greening Residential Tree Drop Off
Community Greening has partnered with the City to deliver FREE SHADE TREES to residents through our Boca Raton Drop Off program. City residents can receive one (1) FREE Florida shade tree in a 15-gallon container, which would be dropped off at their door! Residents are responsible for all planting and care of the trees.
Learn more about the steps to applying on the Sustainability webpage.
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Help Choose Ode to Boca Artwork for Hughes Park
Public Art Boca is inviting the community to help choose an Ode to Boca poem for a new public art installation at Hughes Park (200 NE 14th Street).
The selected poem will become Plastic Poetry — colorful public artwork created from recycled materials and installed near the restroom area at Hughes Park for everyone to enjoy. Your feedback will help guide the final selection and shape this unique piece of public art. Take the survey before June 5 at noon.
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Summer in the City
Join us under the stars for summer of FREE events filled with music, soccer, and celebration of America's 250!
The series kicks-off at Mizner Park Amphitheater beginning June 12 with the music of the Turnstiles - a music tribute of Billy Joel!
Details on Mizner Park Amp's website.
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Battle of the Bands
The rocking event hits Mizner Park Amphitheater on August 7, 2026. Get ready for a night of live music, high-energy performances, and a $2,500 grand prize.
Event details & application to compete.
Have a small business? Ages 13–20 can apply for the Pop-Up Youth Market, held during the event.
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It's Summer Camp Time
The City's Recreation Services offers a diverse range of camps tailored to various ages and interests, ensuring there's something exciting for every child. From art and science to sports and adventure, our camps are designed to spark curiosity and foster a love for learning.
Learn about all the camp options.
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Summer Reading Program
This Library program is for all ages. Read as much as you can during the summer for the chance to win some great prizes.
Summer Reading Details
Summer Reading Kick Off Party
Saturday, June 7 | 9:00am - 12:00pm
Spanish River Library
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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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Development Services
∙ Building Inspector I / II / III - Structural
∙ Assistant Building Official
Financial Services
∙ Budget Analyst
Fire Rescue Services
∙ Vehicle Technician
Police Services
∙ Multimedia Evidence Custodian
∙ Mental Health Clinician
∙ Public Safety Dispatcher I
∙ Police Officer Candidate
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Public Works & Engineering
∙ Assistant Traffic Engineer
∙ HVAC Mechanic
∙ Carpenter
∙ Assistant Facilities Manager
Recreation Services
∙ Office Assistant
∙ Ocean Rescue Lifeguard - PT
∙ Seasonal Pool Lifeguard - PT
∙ Pool Lifeguard - PT
Utility Services
∙ Vocational Apprenticeship - Plant Electrician
∙ Utilities Network Crewmember
∙ Vocational Apprenticeship - Instrumentation
∙ Vocational Apprenticeship - Plant Electrician
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