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City Receives Financial Awards, “AAA” Rating the residents and businesses of Boca Raton,” commented
from page 1 Linda Davidson, the city’s Financial Services Director.
“The awards are a reflection of the city’s commitment to
* Award of Excellence in Public Procurement for 2023 integrity, accountability and customer service in financial
from the Florida Association of Public Procurement reporting, budget and procurement.”
Officials (FAPPO). The Award recognizes organizational The awards come at a time when the city is experiencing
excellence in procurement, and the agencies that meet or overall strengthening of its financial standing and property
exceed benchmarks in the procurement process. The city value.
received high ratings for criteria including innovation, The rating for its special assessment revenue bonds
professionalism, e-procurement, productivity, and were upgraded from “AA 1” to “AAA” by Moody’s
leadership attributes. 16th Consecutive Year. Investors Service after a review of the city’s non-ad valorem
The city’s Office of Management and Budget received debt. All the city’s bonds are now rated “AAA” and are
the following award: reflective of the city’s strong revenue – raising flexibility
* Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the and solid revenue growth prospects related to a vibrant
Government Finance
Officers Association. economy, affordable long-term liability, and sound financial
The Award reflects management.
the commitment of a County wide, taxable property values increased
government agency according to the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s
and staff to meeting the 2023 Estimated Tax Roll. With a tax roll increasing almost
highest principles of 12 percent, Boca Raton now has the highest property
governmental budgeting. value of any city in Palm Beach County. The increase in
The city met nationally taxable property value, combined with the city’s financial
recognized guidelines management procedures, helps ensure Boca Raton can
for effective budget continue to provide outstanding services to its residents and
presentation across four businesses while maintaining one of the lowest property tax
categories, including rates for a full-service city in Florida.
a policy document, For more information, visit the city’s Financial Services
a financial plan, an and Office of Management and Budget webpages.
operations guide, and a
communications device.
40th Consecutive Year. 10th Annual Boca Raton Bowl Game from page 1
“The city strives
to provide the highest ESPN Events, a division of ESPN, owns and
quality fiscal services to operates a portfolio of collegiate sporting events
nationwide. In 2023, the 32-event schedule includes
four early-season college football kickoff games, 17
National Weather Service Names Boca from page 1 year-round preparations and efforts from our residents, we college bowl games, 10 college basketball events, and
can all have a safer hurricane season,” said Emergency a college softball event, in addition to a new college
skills and education needed to survive severe weather– Manager Christine Mucci. gymnastics event coming in 2024. Collectively, these
before and during the event. Additionally, city staff from Longtime and new residents, as well as businesses, can events account for over 400 hours of live programming
across all departments work hard to prepare for storms and use the city’s “2023 Hurricane Guide” to be better prepared, on ESPN platforms while reaching 60 million viewers
hurricanes throughout the year, including the completion stay safe and stay connected before, during and after a and attracting more than 650,000 annual attendees.
of the following work: storm. The Guide includes important steps to take, like Each year, the portfolio of events features more
Tree Trimming – Completed in city parks and public trimming trees and removing clutter, having an evacuation than 20 Division I conferences and hosts over 4,000
places, reducing the potential for falling vegetation, clogged plan ready and stocking up on hurricane supplies. The participating student-athletes. With satellite offices
drains, and waste pickup, and keeps branches away from Guide can be viewed on the city’s website—www.MyBoca. in more than 10 cities across the country, ESPN
powerlines. us—along with a complete array of hurricane resources and Events builds relationships with conferences, schools
Annual Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Hurricane information, including: and local communities, as well as providing unique
Season Exercise – City leadership and staff complete this Hurricane Message from Mayor Scott Singer; experiences for teams and fans. For more information,
practice training to better be prepared for a potential storm The city’s Hurricane Information page; visit the official website, Facebook, Twitter or
impacting our area. Alert Boca notification from the city and Boca Raton YouTube pages.
Drainage Improvement Projects – Multiple projects Police signup.
completed across the city in areas where water tends to The city encourages the community to prepare early,
collect. These areas are determined through continual use the “2023 Hurricane Guide” and to visit City Hall and
monitoring and resident feedback. the Community Centers to pick up a free Be Prepared Boca
“Making sure the city and our community are prepared fridge magnet with important phone numbers to have on Editor ............................................................................ Nils A. Shapiro
for any weather emergency is a top priority. With the city’s hand.

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