Page 10 - Boca Club News - November '21

Page 10, Boca Club News

Government

Mayor’s Update:

Getting Together Again – Winter Events Preview

Scott Singer is the 35th Mayor War II veterans, I am grateful for all who served in the armed college football that day. For more information on city events,
of Boca Raton. A South Florida forces to keep our nation free and strong. As always, thank please check out the city’s website, myboca.us, or like my
native, attorney, mediator and small you to veterans and active military personnel for your service. Facebook page at facebook.com/scottsingerusa.
business owner, Scott and his wife, The City of Boca Raton will kick off our holiday season Finally, as we look to Thanksgiving, we have much to be
Bella, live in Broken Sound with their with the return of our annual tree lighting on November 19th, thankful for in Boca Raton. Our city services have expanded,
two young children. from 5 to 9 p.m.at Mizner Park. This year’s event, Light the despite the challenges of the past year. We recently opened our
After last year’s hiatus of many Lights, will include a live stage show, lighting of trees at expanded Community Garden, thanks to the leadership of the
events and public gatherings, we both ends of Mizner, fireworks, and a big-screen showing Junior League of Boca Raton, and support from Brightline.
have extra reasons to look forward to of “Home Alone.” The City will also host Merry in Mizner, Speaking of Brightline, they are due to begin service this
the return of our traditional set of holiday events and some evening weekend holiday entertainment and strolling pop- month and are about to start work on the downtown parking
exciting new attractions in Boca Raton. ups in Mizner Park on various weekend nights, from 6 p.m. garage and new station, scheduled for opening in the second
This issue may reach you in time for our expanded set to 10 p.m., throughout the holidays. half of 2022. All of these improvements are taking place, even
of Veterans Day ceremonies on November 11th. This year, The City’s 50th Annual Holiday Parade will light up as our tax rate has remained one of the lowest of any full-
we are combining our recognition of our brave heroes with Downtown Boca on Wednesday, December 8th, This year’s service city in our area. In fact, Boca residents on average pay
a lunch and outdoor concert all at the reopened Mizner theme will be “What Are You Streaming?,” a nod to the way less than half of the municipal fees and taxes than residents
Park Amphitheater. Other non-profit organizations, such so many of us are watching shows. Following that will be the of West Palm Beach, Ft. Lauderdale, Palm Beach Gardens
as Boca Raton Regional Hospital and Connected Warriors, 47th annual Boat Parade on Saturday, December 18th, which and Coral Springs, just to name a few. It’s a testament to the
will have their own ceremonies and efforts to help veterans. will brighten up the Intracoastal Waterway, and includes more hard work and dedication of our nearly 2,000 city employees
The City maintains a robust list of veterans’ programs on than $10,000 in cash and prizes to participants. Earlier that who deliver outstanding service at any price–and gravy that
our city website, at https://www.myboca.us/QuickLinks. day, millions of eyes of college football fans everywhere will they do so efficiently. Best wishes for a happy, healthy and
aspx?CID=88. Please check it out and, while there, check out be on Boca Raton, as the city hosts the eighth annual Boca safe holiday season!
our redesigned website! As the son and grandson of World Raton Bowl game, as the first game of an extravaganza of
Council Corner:

There’s So Much Going On in Beautiful Boca!

By Andrea Levine O’Rourke, Boca a brighter white light that better illuminates the new the entire museum for this truly immersive experience. I
Raton City Council Member, Deputy pedestrian crosswalks and all areas below. Enjoy a stroll would recommend you don’t miss it. Check out their
Mayor, and CRA Chairperson around Downtown to check out shops, restaurants and website for ticket information. The experience will take
Welcome back to those returning. activities. you on a journey through time and discover a culture that
For many of us, Boca is home and • Saturday Yoga is back at Sanborn Square. thrived in a mythic world. Explore the world premiere
an all year-round city with lots going • Events are back on at the Mizner Park Amphitheater. exhibition, Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru!
on. We are very happy to report that • New restaurants are open and more coming–Calavaras You will behold the marvels of engineering that sheltered
we are recovering and coming back Cantina, American Social, Strike 10, Eddie V’s and a truly spiritual civilization and the ornate riches they once
from the pandemic. While events and more….All of this information and more on Downtown cherished.
activities are now being scheduled, we encourage all to Boca’s webpage. The Boca Raton Historical Museum and Visitor
please proceed with caution. Be respectful of those around Yay Boca! The City earned a Silver SolSmart Center has just completed a major renovation called
you. We encourage you to get vaccinated and wear a mask designation. This is a program funded by the U.S. “History Alive.” You will be amazed to see the rich history,
when appropriate. Department of Energy that recognizes cities and including our Pioneer Days, the Military Airforce base and
The holidays will be here before you know it. See communities that make going solar easier by reducing soft the invention of radar during WWII, IBM invention of the
details on myboca.us. costs. Learn more on the Boca Go’s Solar webpage. PC, the smartphone and so much more.
• November 19th - A series of winter holiday festivities Highlights of the season – Not to be missed: Stay safe, respect your neighbors and enjoy beautiful
and Light the Lights. Boca Raton Museum of Art’s exhibit Machi Picchu Boca Raton.
• Weekend nights in December - Holiday entertainment and the Golden Empires of Peru. I was lucky enough to
pop-ups in Mizner Park. go to the premiere. It is spectacular! They have transformed
• December 8th - Annual Holiday Street Parade
• December 18th - 47th Annual Holiday Boat Parade.
The Municipal Golf Course has created much talk
around town. I am delighted to share that we have made the WE ARE
transition. As of October 1st, the City assumed operations, Save Up To
management and ownership of the Boca Raton Golf & OPEN
Racquet Club, formerly known as the Boca Country Club. 24/7
Golf operations at the BRGRC are expected to have opened
at the beginning of November. The City’s Municipal Golf 80% OFF
Course closed as of October 17th for the transition. The
City will now evaluate and plan for necessary repairs and
renovations on the rest of the club property.
Rediscover Boca Raton. There are new ways to
Connect to your City. A new communications initiative has
been launched aimed at building a stronger, more unified Your Rx Costs!
connection with residents, visitors and businesses with
new communication platforms and a new website. We Even with Medicare-D
are encouraging our community to check out Rediscover
Boca Raton on the Internet and further engage, connect
and enjoy the City you all know and love. CALL US NOW FOR PRICE QUOTES AND INFO
New communication platforms include:
• More modern, sleek and improved features with a new
website symbol that links Boca Raton’s past with its future. 954-971-6895 • FAX: 954-972-9572
• New MY Boca App with user-friendly interface provides
a faster, at-your-fingertips tool to instantly report a concern
to the City, see a real time map of all reported concerns, CANADIAN
check beach conditions, pay your water bill, and discover PO BOX 670393
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• New Civic Ready Texting Service to keep residents better Coral Springs, FL 33067
informed via text messaging. The mass notification system
can quickly reach residents with alerts for City services, SERVICES
road closures, special events and more. Email: cdds@bellsouth.net
Downtown Boca Update. New energy efficient
streetlight fixtures are being installed in and around Serving and Caring for our Customers www.cdds-online.com
the Downtown Boca CRA district. The new fixtures
will replace the current 30-year-old fixtures. They are Throughout the United States since 2003
more energy efficient, environmentally friendly and cast