Author: Boca Vibe

Boca Raton to Test ‘Driverless’ Shuttle Service Downtown, Powered by Local Startup

Written by Boca Vibe on September 22, 2025. Posted in Startups & Side Hustles.

Boca Raton to Test ‘Driverless’ Shuttle Service Downtown, Powered by Local Startup Boca Raton is poised to join a growing number of cities worldwide to test an autonomous shuttle service in its downtown section. This innovative project leverages vehicles developed by Estonian firm, Starship Technologies, and cutting-edge sensor technology and vehicle piloting systems from a Boca Raton-based company, Autonomous Vehicles Solutions (AVS). While the official launch is still several months away, the city is moving forward with enthusiasm, viewing the pilot program as a potential...

Boca Raton Residents Opposing Plan to Shrink Size of Preservation Area

Written by Boca Vibe on September 22, 2025. Posted in Boca Raton News.

Boca Raton Residents Opposing Plan to Shrink Size of Preservation Area Boca Raton Residents Opposing Plan to Shrink Size of Preservation Area Neighbors Clash with City Staff Over Proposed Downsizing of Town Center Preserve Residents who call the upscale neighborhoods bordering Boca Town Center home are locked in a heated battle with city officials over a proposal to drastically reduce the size of a nearby 2.1-acre preservation area. The plan, which has received a recommendation for approval from city staff, would shrink the green space to a mere 0.7 acres. While city staff argues...

Boca Raton Awards $4.2M Contract to Move Three Historic Buildings

Written by Boca Vibe on September 22, 2025. Posted in Boca Raton News.

Boca Raton Awards $4.2M Contract to Move Three Historic Buildings Boca Raton Awards $4.2M Contract to Move Three Historic Buildings A trio of historic buildings currently nestled adjacent to the Huxhold Skate Park on Crawford Boulevard will soon embark on a journey to new homes. The Boca Raton City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to award a $4.2 million contract to relocate the Ricketts House, the Rickards House, and the Singing Pines Children’s Museum. This relocation paves the way for the construction of a new, consolidated administrative complex, a project long in the...

Developer Completes $16M Improvement Project on Downtown Boca Buildings, Rental Demand Up

Written by Boca Vibe on September 22, 2025. Posted in Real Estate & Rentals.

Developer Completes $16M Improvement Project on Downtown Boca Buildings, Rental Demand Up Developer Completes $16M Improvement Project on Downtown Boca Buildings, Rental Demand Up The owner of two major buildings in downtown Boca Raton has completed a $16 million improvement project, simultaneously securing $61 million in refinancing. Grover Corlew, a South Florida-based real estate investment management group, has completed a $61 million refinancing of two office properties in downtown Boca – Palmetto Park City Center and the Bank of America Tower, signaling a significant...

American Social’s Delray Beach Expansion Approved for Streetside Dining ‘Paradise’

Written by Boca Vibe on September 22, 2025. Posted in Farmers Markets.

American Social’s Delray Beach Expansion Approved for Streetside Dining ‘Paradise’ American Social’s Delray Beach Expansion Approved for Streetside Dining ‘Paradise’ The trendy upmarket-yet-casual restaurant American Social is expanding to Delray Beach, and with the approval of the city commission Tuesday night, will take outdoor streetside dining to a new level. The modern American restaurant and sports bar is best known locally for its location in Boca Raton’s Mizner Park, but also owns locations in Tampa, Orlando, and Pittsburgh. The Delray...

Artists Sought to Design Massive ‘Ode to Boca’ Mural at Mizner Park

Written by Boca Vibe on September 22, 2025. Posted in Boca Raton News.

Artists Sought to Design Massive ‘Ode to Boca’ Mural at Mizner Park Artists Sought to Design Massive ‘Ode to Boca’ Mural at Mizner Park Boca Raton is seeking an artist or team of artists to create a breathtaking “Ode to Boca” mural at the Mizner Park amphitheater, a key component of the city’s centennial celebration. This ambitious project will transform the amphitheater’s large stage doors into a vibrant canvas showcasing the heart and soul of Boca Raton, as envisioned by its residents. A Community-Driven Masterpiece The “Ode to Boca” mural is not merely a commissioned artwork;...