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Does your business specialize in sustainable retail, nature-inspired gifts, or educational merchandise?

The City of Boca Raton is seeking vendor proposals to operate and manage the gift shop at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, which welcomes more than 250,000 visitors each year.

The Boca Raton Recreation department is looking for a partner who can curate unique, eco-conscious merchandise that inspires appreciation for our coastal and marine ecosystems, and overall operations for an on-site gift shop.

Request for Proposal Deadline: Wednesday, July 1

View the RFP and apply (must register if you do not already have a vendor account with the City): https://brpurch.ionwave.net/Login.aspx

Questions? Please contact the City of Boca Purchasing Division at 561.393.7871 or 561.393.7873.

Greater Boca Raton Beach and Park District

Predictions of a calmer hurricane season than average saw a further downgrade on Wednesday, as researchers at Colorado State University lowered the number of tropical storms expected in the Atlantic from their initial April report.

Forecasters now anticipate a “below normal” season, thanks largely to an El Niño emerging in the central Pacific Ocean even stronger than expected.

“Strong El Niño conditions typically generate much higher wind shear across the tropical Atlantic, significantly reducing Atlantic hurricane activity,” said Phil Klotzbach, a senior research scientist at CSU’s department of atmospheric science.

The latest CSU report predicts 11 named storms, including five hurricanes and two major hurricanes, a decline from its April pre-season forecast of 13 named storms and six hurricanes. However, the current report keeps the number of major hurricanes the same as the previous one.

Thanks, El Niño: Even fewer storms now expected in ‘below normal’ hurricane season “It only takes one hurricane making landfall to make it an active season,” a researcher cautioned.

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Boca Raton's mayor is taking steps to address a growing homelessness problem in city parks, as families raise safety concerns about the issue.

New "No Trespassing" signs are appearing at parks across the city, including Wildflower Park near the Intracoastal Waterway — a popular spot for families with children.

WPTV Boca Raton reporter Zitlali Solache spoke with Elina Gundersen, a parent who visits the park regularly with her four kids.
She said the presence of homeless individuals in the area has created discomfort.

"It doesn't feel very comfortable having some of that homeless population in the areas where children would typically be hanging out,” said Gundersen. "They are spending a lot of time by the picnic tables where they like to eat and also taking over the bathrooms, which is very uncomfortable."

Gundersen said the problem appears to be getting worse. “We've noticed an uptick in it, so it'd be nice to have some sort of patrolling or help."

Mayor Andy Thomson said it’s a concern city leaders are well aware of — especially in areas like Sanborn Square, Wildflower Park and Silver Palm Park. “It's a delicate issue and it's a growing issue,” said Mayor Thomson. “We are seeing an increase in the last year or two, I think.”

In February, the city passed an ordinance to add trespassing signage at parks. Thomson said the goal is to make clear that parks are not a place for people to set up a temporary home.
“We're in the process now of putting up signage to help notify folks, look, you're happy to spend some time here, but this isn't the place you can make a home, even temporarily."

He also explains that park rangers are being trained to work more closely with police. “They're now going to be like a subdivision of the police department and have a greater ability to interface with these folks,’ said Mayor Thomson.

Local nonprofit Boca Helping Hands — operating since 1998 is also working to fill the gap. The organization feeds 160 people six times a week and connects individuals with housing and job opportunities. CEO Andrew Hagen said the organization aims to help those in need and to get them back on their feet.
"We're very committed as the city's grown, needs have grown, we have continued to respond with the helping hands that we can offer,” said Hagen.

Hagen said homelessness could be widely misunderstood and the current economic climate makes the work more urgent.
"They misunderstand it in every city in the country because every city in the country has homeless people,” said Hagen."We just have to do the best we can to help them through this point in time in the economy."

Hagen said community support for organizations working with homeless individuals is essential.

"Support the organizations that reach them at that point in time and I think we'll be able to see those people get back on track,” said Hagen.
Mayor Thomson says they are working on having increased patrolling in city parks.

Boca Raton families raise concerns over homelessness in city parks Wildflower Park families are raising alarms over homelessness, and Boca Raton's mayor says the city is stepping up enforcement and support services.

Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University invites you to join your neighbors on August 20, 2026 to celebrate the 16th Annual White-Coats-4-Care, with a special celebration in honor of June Gelb's 100th birthday!

🥼🩺 Support Florida Atlantic University’s newest class of medical students.

✅ RSVP today: https://www.fau.edu/medicine/white-coats-4-care/

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Together, We Can Shape the Future of Medicine.

City of Boca Raton, FL begins planning to operate with less, anticipating a reduction in property tax revenues next year.

Boca on Property Tax Relief: “We Have a Cushion” - The Boca Raton Tribune That’s how City Councilwoman Stacy Sipple summed up Boca’s attitude about what the loss of millions in property taxes could mean to the city in 2028 if Florida voters approve IF in November. “We can probably bounce back from this,” she added. Smaller towns and cities could be devastated, Cou...

Next Chief of Boca Raton Police Services Department has been selected by City of Boca Raton, FL. Boca Raton Police Foundation.

Jacksonville Police Chief tabbed for same position in Boca Raton JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) –Jacksonville Police Chief Jarad Phelps has been selected by the City of Boca Raton to be it’s next Chief of Police, according to a press release from the city…

We're excited to share that Boca Raton Airport now has three FAA-certified in-house drone pilots on staff!

Business Manager Florence Straugh, Operations and Program Manager Robert Pratt, and Operations Director Travis Bryan have each earned their Federal Aviation Administration Remote Pilot certification. The team has also recently acquired a new drone to support their work here at BCT.

Having an in-house drone program allows us to support a wide range of airport functions, from aerial inspections and infrastructure assessments to capturing the day-to-day activity that makes BCT such a unique place.

We're proud of Florence, Robert, and Travis for their commitment to expanding their skill sets and bringing this capability in-house.

Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control advises the Palm Beach County will be hosting a public comment session regarding changes to Palm Beach County Code Chapter 4: ANIMALS.

Interested Palm Beach County community members are invited to review the proposed changes to the county ordinances and make their voices heard by those making these changes.

When: Tuesday, June 16th from 6-8pm and Saturday, July 11th from 10am-12pm.

Where: Vista Center Rm 47-50, 2300 N Jog Rd., West Palm Beach

Those who are unable to attend in person can view the meetings live on Channel 20.

To see the proposed ordinance changes, visit https://tr.ee/MJH0H_VyUO