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Boca Raton Property Tax Rate to Remain Stable in 2024-25 Despite Spending Increase

Boca Raton Property Tax Rate to Remain Stable in 2024-25 Despite Spending Increase The growth of Boca Raton’s ratable base will fund increased spending in the next fiscal year, city officials said during a hearing on the introduction of the municipal spending plan for 2024-25, resulting in a stable property tax rate for the coming year. The annual operating budget was introduced during a short public hearing last Tuesday evening at City Hall. While the overall budget increases, the city is managing to avoid a tax increase by leveraging the substantial growth in property values within...

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FAU, Boca Raton to Contribute Up to $1.3M to Keep ‘Tri-Rail Shuttle’ Bus Route Alive

FAU, Boca Raton to Contribute Up to $1.3M to Keep ‘Tri-Rail Shuttle’ Bus Route Alive FAU, Boca Raton to Contribute Up to $1.3M to Keep ‘Tri-Rail Shuttle’ Bus Route Alive Boca Raton officials this week entered into an agreement with Palm Beach County that will keep an enhanced PalmTran bus route, often referred to as the “Tri-Rail shuttle,” in operation for up to three years. The route, crucial for connecting Boca Raton residents to the Tri-Rail commuter rail system and providing access to employment and educational opportunities, was slated to expire at the end of October. The...

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‘No Swim’ Advisory Issued for South Inlet Beach in Boca Raton Due to Bacteria Count

‘No Swim’ Advisory Issued for South Inlet Beach in Boca Raton Due to Bacteria Count Boca Raton city officials announced the closure of South Inlet Beach to swimming on Tuesday afternoon after routine testing detected higher-than-normal levels of bacteria in the water. The advisory, issued in conjunction with the Palm Beach County Department of Health, prohibits swimming until further notice, though the beach and park remain open for other activities such as sunbathing, walking, and fishing. Elevated Bacteria Levels Prompt Immediate Action The decision to close South Inlet Beach to...

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Mosquito Spraying Tonight In Palm Beach County, Here’s What To Know

“`html Mosquito Spraying Tonight In Palm Beach County, Here’s What To Know Mosquito Spraying Tonight In Palm Beach County, Here’s What To Know BOCA RATON, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2025 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — Palm Beach County plans to conduct aerial mosquito spraying tonight, impacting several areas including Boca Raton, Delray Beach, and Boynton Beach. The operation, aimed at controlling the recent surge in mosquito populations, will utilize airplanes to distribute a mosquito larvicide across designated zones. Here’s what Palm Beach County officials have...

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