Letters From BocaFirst Readers

Subject: Upgrade The Skate Park!!

The majority of our families have adults and children that surf or skateboard, not play baseball. Tim Huxhold’s skatepark is a great addition for these families, but it’s extremely overdue for an updated design. Huxhold is suitable for beginning skaters, but subpar for any skater who has developed his or her skills and passions. Please consider some changes during the process? I can give you all kinds of contact numbers to address the skatepark to make it Boca-grade.

LYNNE NEWBERRY

Subject: The Choice Not Given

It is clear to me that you should be our City Manager. That is a clear cogent, moderate, reasonable projection. It is certainly superior to any proposal, or non proposal, that has been brought forth….better late than never. I certainly do not always agree with your take on things …but kudos for this one

Richard Warner

Subject: I’m Tired Too

But not too tired to cast a vote on something that is absolutely critical to preserving the character of Boca Raton. Politics is toxic and I was hesitant to spend even a minute of my time educating myself about the upcoming city election. I was skeptical of anything that even had a whiff of populism. As the months wore on though, and my thoughts turned to what a mega construction project in downtown Boca Raton would mean for the city on a daily basis, I became acutely aware of just how important March 10th 2026 is to the future of our families and our city. At this point I have done the research. Our city is in excellent financial state. There is zero need to give away even a single flower bed to anyone in exchange for alleged financial gain. This is not the first time people outside this city have tried to grab its land, and it won’t be the last. Boca Raton is wonderful and there will always be outsiders looking to “cash in” on what we have. Past attempts at land grabs were voted down, and we owe a debt of gratitude to those who took action before us. I may be new here, but now its my turn to step up and take a stand for the future of this city after I am long gone. I cast my ballot already and I urge you to do the same. Vote “No” on March 10th.

AARON TORRELIO