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To maintain the water quality in the City's water system, the Utility Services Department will temporarily modify the disinfection process, from Sunday, September 27 - Sunday, October 11, 2026. Learn more.
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General Election: Nov. 3
The General Election is on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, and will take place from 7:00am - 7:00pm.
The deadline to register to vote or change your party affiliation for the General Election is Monday, October 5, 2026.
Early Voting: There will be multiple Early Voting Locations throughout the County. Early voting locations within the City limits are Sugar Sand Park, Downtown Library, and Spanish River Library. Early voting will take place 7:00am - 7:00pm, October 19 - November 1.
Vote by Mail: The deadline to request that a Vote-by-Mail ballot be mailed to you is 5:00pm on Thursday, October 22. The deadline to return your Vote-by-Mail ballot to the Supervisor of Elections’ Main Office is 7:00pm on Tuesday, November 3.
Learn more on the General Election webpage.
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Mayor's Town Hall
Wednesday, October 14 | 6pm - 7:30pm
Spanish River Library (1501 NW Spanish River Blvd)
Mayor Andy Thomson will host a Town Hall meeting offering residents an opportunity to learn about what’s happening in Boca Raton, upcoming City initiatives, and issues that matter to the community. The informal gathering will provide a forum to ask questions, share feedback, and gain a better understanding of the City’s plans and projects.
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Planning for the Future of Public Safety in Boca Raton
As Boca Raton continues to grow, the City is evaluating options for a new Police Services Headquarters to support the community's current and future public safety needs. The existing headquarters, built nearly 40 years ago for a much smaller community, no longer fully meets today's operational, space, technology, and resiliency needs.
Learn more about the Police Services Headquarters project and options being considered.
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Beach Park Gatehouses Going Cashless October 1
Beginning October 1, 2026, City of Boca Raton beach park gatehouses will no longer accept cash for daily and weekend parking payments.
Visitors paying at the gatehouse can use:
- Credit cards or debit cards
- Apple Pay or Google Pay
For more information, please visit www.myboca.us/AnnualPermits
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2026-27 Final Budget Approved, A Reduction in Total City Millage Rate
Council recently approved the FY 2026-27 Budget and Capital Improvements Program. The budget supports the City’s Strategic Focus Areas and Priorities and is designed to maintain the City’s world-class service levels and AAA bond rating.
Highlights include:
- The City's operating millage rate is 3.6639, which is slightly lower than FY 25-26.
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An additional 0.0163 mills is dedicated to existing debt payments, bringing the total millage rate to 3.6639 mills.
- There is an increase to the fire assessment fee for FY 26-27, with annual residential fees at $224 and non-residential fees depending on the size and type of property.
- Utility rates are maintained at the Consumer Price Index of 3.4%, or an average of $1.87 per month.
To view the budgets, visit the City’s webpage.
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Economic Development Report
The latest issue of Business in Boca Raton - from the Office of Economic Development - highlights recent economic drivers, groundbreakings, new businesses, upcoming corporate events and local business happenings. Stay up to date on the City's economic landscape.
Read the latest Report.
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It's the 2026 Boca Raton Bowl!
Get ready for fun festivities and a great day of football in the Boca Raton at this year's Boca Raton Bowl and Pep Rally.
Friday, December 18 | Kickoff at 11:00am | FAU Stadium
Two lucky teams (to be determined early December) will battle it out on the field. Enjoy the Fanzone and cheer on the teams during the big game. Stay tuned for ticket on-sale date!
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Walk & Roll to School Day
Wednesday, October 7
Celebrate the 30th Annual National Walk & Roll to School Day this month. This event teaches kids to be more active, and promotes safe routes to walk, bike and roll to school.
Learn more how you can participate, register your school, and have fun. WalkBiketoSchool.org.
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2nd Annual Mobility Workshop
Thursday, October 29 | 4:30pm – 7:00pm
Florida Atlantic University
FREE Event at Gangal Hall, Engineering East
Join the City of Boca Raton at Florida Atlantic University for an engaging Mobility Workshop and community conversation focused on keeping residents and visitors informed about current city mobility projects, while exploring the innovative future of mobility through presentations and ideas from FAU students.
Limited capacity - pre-registration REQUIRED. Learn more and register today.
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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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Missed the Last Meeting? We've Got You Covered.
Stay up-to-date on the latest CRA and City Council meetings with the Boca Brief, featuring recaps of key Council decisions, community updates, and other important City news for residents. View the latest issue from the meeting on September 22, 2026 and sign up to never miss an issue.
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City Facility Closings & Changes
For City sanitation customers, please note the holiday sanitation schedule for the Columbus Day holiday (observed on Monday, October 12, 2026) as your collection days may change:
- There will be no sanitation service on Monday, Oct. 12.
- Monday, Oct. 12 service will a day LATER on Tuesday, Oct. 13.
- Tuesday, Oct. 13 service will be a day LATER Wednesday, Oct. 14.
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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Last Chance! Sustainability Action Plan
The City of Boca Raton’s Office of Sustainability has drafted an update to its Sustainability Action Plan. What does a more sustainable Boca Raton look like to you? Residents, businesses, and organizations can review the draft plan and share feedback by October 9, 2026.
Your input will help shape the plan’s priorities and actions before it is presented to City Council for adoption.
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Grow a Wildlife Habitat with Native Plants
Tuesday, Oct. 6 | 6:00pm - 7:00pm Spanish River Library
Learn how to create a Certified Wildlife Habitat and how the Institute for Regional Conservation's Natives for Your Neighborhood tool can help you choose native plants. Register for FREE.
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Vertical Oyster Garden Workshop
Thursday, Oct. 22 | 3:00pm - 4:00pm Gumbo Limbo Nature Center
Explore how Vertical Oyster Gardens (VOGs) work, discover the real impact on our local waterways, learn the process to build VOGs, and build a VOG as a team.
Register for FREE.
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'Unwrap the Wave' Candy Wrapper Recycling Program
October 14 - November 14
Did you know that in the typical Halloween season Americans purchase more than 300,000 tons of candy? The City is participating in the Loggerhead Marine Life Center's Unwrap the Wave program. Bring clean candy wrappers to the locations below and place them in the designated bins:
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- City Hall
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Children's Science Explorium (Check out Murray the Candy-Eating Mummy!)
- Downtown Library
- Spanish River Library
- Gumbo Limbo Nature Center
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2026-2027 Recreation Permits Now Available
Annual permits for 2026-2027 are now on sale. Purchase or renew your permits online or at a City facility with proof of residency. Permits available:
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NEW Event! Howl-O-Ween
Saturday, Octpber 24| 9:00am – 12:00pm
Countess de Hoernle Park
Get ready for a howling good time at Howl-O-Ween, a fun event packed with tail-wagging Halloween fun for dogs and their humans. Costumes are encouraged, so grab your favorite four-legged friend and come sit, stay and celebrate at this FREE event! Learn more.
Event Schedule:
9:30am: Muttville Comix Dog Show
10:30am: Howl-O-Weener Dog Race Contest
11:30am: Howl-O-Ween Costume Contest
Activities Include: Trail of Treats, Photo Booth, Crafts, Paw Spa, Hydration Station, a Sit, Stay, Chill Lounge, and giveaways.
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Boo-ca Boo Days
Oct. 3 - 30
Various Locations
Brace yourselves for the spine-chilling Boo-ca Boo Days, a month-long extravaganza of festivities and frights leading up to Halloween. Terrifyingly fun events and activities across City facilities are perfect for the whole family.
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Red, White & Boca: A Veteran's Day Celebration
Wed, Nov. 11 | 4-8pm
Mizner Park Amphitheater
The FREE event features an observance celebration, a veteran's marketplace, a classic car show, and music from Belladiva and The Coastmen Chorus. Details.
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Holiday Pops Concert
Sat, Dec. 5 | 6:00pm
Mizner Park Amphitheater
The City of Boca Raton presents the 2nd annual Holiday POPS Concert! Enjoy this all-inclusive and festive program of musical magic and holiday classics.
Tickets on sale NOW!
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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
∙ PC/Network Technician - PT
Financial Services
∙ Senior Buyer
Fire Rescue Services
∙ Firefighter/Paramedic
∙ Emergency Vehicle Technician I or II
Police Services
∙ Police Officer Candidate
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Public Works & Engineering
∙ Sanitation Equipment Operator
∙ Civil Project Engineer II
∙ Vocational Apprenticeship - Streets Maint.
Utility Services
∙ Vocational Apprenticeship - Plant Mechanic
∙ Plant Electrician
∙ Instrumentation Supervisor
Recreation Services
∙ Administrative Manager
∙ Recreation Services Director
∙ Pool Lifeguard - PT
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