Page 4 - Boca Club News - September '20

Page 4, Boca Club News
Government

Update from Boca Raton Mayor

Scott Singer: Public Safety

Scott Singer is the 35th Mayor schools and neighborhoods as a vital part of our community. recognized for their excellence nationally, with the coveted
of Boca Raton. A South Florida Our department has helped reduce car burglaries, by using Class 1 ISO rating that puts them in the top half of one percent
native, attorney, mediator, and small creative videos to remind residents to lock their car doors and of all departments. What does that mean to residents and
business owner, Scott and his wife, leave valuables out of sight. A recent community policing businesses? Of course, saved lives, but it also means lower
Bella, live in Broken Sound with their effort is a campaign to make sure college students, many of insurance rates for all of us.
two young children. whom are living off-campus for the first time, understand This year, we augmented these resources we need by
In a recent issue, I highlighted how they can be better neighbors. adding 2 million dollars in new equipment to enhance our
some of the many ways in which Our department also has trained officers who specialize in rapid emergency response times. We are also rebuilding Fire
our Boca Raton Police Services social services and mental health issues to address challenges Station 6 on Clint Moore Road to better serve our residents.
Department has earned the respect of our residents, including such as homelessness, and to connect residents to needed Innovation is prized at Fire Rescue as well. This past year,
in the measures taken before and after the senseless killing help. While the focus is on prevention, when incidents we partnered with Pulse Point. This app allows residents who
of George Floyd and the unrest that many cities saw over the do occur our officers, and staff including 911 operators, are trained in CPR to receive alerts from our 911 so they can
summer. This column highlights more of the efforts of our investigators, and lab technicians, are the finest of any force. begin performing CPR, even before our paramedics arrive on
first responders and outstanding employees at Police and Fire Through our commitment to excellence in training and a scene. In a little more than a year since its launch nearly 1,000
Rescue to serve and protect our community. culture that places a premium on serving residents with people are receiving alerts so they can help their neighbors.
The first function of government is to make sure our respect, we’ve been able to hire more officers to expand our If you are trained in CPR, we encourage you to sign up and
community is safe. Our Police Department serves as a reach and to increase our ability to serve our residents. be a part of this innovative and volunteer-based program.
shining example of innovative community policing and crime We are also fortunate to be served by our outstanding Fire What’s part of the greatness of our city? The deep sense of
prevention. From our self-defense classes for seniors, to our Rescue department. Our firefighters and paramedics respond care that so many residents are eager to help each other, and
Coffee with a Cop series, our officers are on our streets, in to all types of life-threatening challenges. They have been save lives.
Council Corner:

Take the “Ready, Steady, Boca!” Pledge

By Andrea Levine O’Rourke, City of Boca Raton’s website to learn more about the continue to upgrade, the city has built brand new pickleball
Boca Raton City Council Member, initiatives and take “The Pledge.” You will join hundreds of courts to meet the needs of residents enjoying the latest
CRA Chairperson other residents and businesses in our community by doing craze! We are now in the process of approving Boca Ice,
We are now more than five months, so. If we all work together, we can get through this better. an indoor ice-skating rink that will include a cultural arts
and counting, into living through the Although we are preoccupied with limited social component. Dog lovers’ favorite spots are the Dog Beach
world-wide Pandemic-COVID-19. I opportunities and health concerns, I would like to take a or Bark Park.
am proud to say that the City of Boca moment of gratitude to look at the bounty of Boca Raton. Business - Boca has a thriving business community with
Raton has shown great leadership Innovation - We are a community where history and over 30 corporate headquarters, from innovative startups to
from the get-go in decision making innovation have come together, exemplified by being the large corporations. We have the Boca Raton International
and setting protocols within our jurisdiction. As the virus home of IBM, the invention of the personal computer Airport that has recently opened customs which supports
continues, we continue to evolve as we maintain the utmost and smart phone. The IBM campus is now the Boca our business and tourist community.
caution. Raton Innovation Campus (BRIC), home of many hi-tech Education - Boca Raton has three nationally ranked
On that premise, the City has introduced a city-wide companies focused on the future. BRIC offers outstanding universities, and an abundance of A-rated public and private
recovery effort called Ready, Steady, Boca! This is a new programs and incredible new-age workspace in a campus K-12 schools that ingrain education, research and innovation
initiative designed to carefully remind residents, businesses environment. into the community.
and visitors about responsible safety precautions to ensure Recreation - Boca Raton has five miles of beautiful I am truly proud to be the Deputy Mayor of Boca Raton,
a continued culture of health. beaches; truly our greatest natural asset. We have a total a “full service” city consistently recognized for being one
As stated by Mayor Singer, “The response to COVID-19 of 47 parks with 1,650 acres of recreational space that of the safest cities in Florida.
will require a long-term commitment from the community. encourages a healthy and active lifestyle. There is a As we currently work to follow proper pandemic
The campaign is meant to bring our residents and businesses tremendous variety of activities for all. From golf, tennis, protocol and to keeping our community safe, we are ready
together through the recovery period and send a message sports fields. courts, and swimming pools, to a carousel and to bounce back when the time is right…a day we are all
to our visitors that we are prepared, and our City is safe. science plex for the children. This is just a snapshot. As we looking forward to.
Together, we’ll continue with a cautious approach to
reopening.”
Ready, Steady, Boca! will help the community navigate
a successful reopening by balancing caution with action.
By emphasizing safety and a steadfast approach, the slogan
will serve as a reminder of social responsibility, community
well-being and optimistic recovery. As part of this initiative,
the City is asking residents, visitors and businesses to show
their support and take the Ready, Steady, Boca! Pledge.
I believe “The Pledge” creates a mind-set that we are
in this together and are willing to do what’s best for one
another as we continue to move forward. Please visit the

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