Letters From BocaFirst Readers

 Subject: Safety in Boca 

I was very much encouraged by your article about safety on E. Palmetto Park Rd. I applaud you for bringing attention to this topic and for your action in having the city actually do something about this issue. 

I have similar concerns regarding Boca Raton Blvd. between Palmetto Park Road and Glades. Speeding is not only a nuisance but also a real safety issue. Dozens of children live on or near this strip of Boca Raton Blvd ( aka NW 2nd Ave), in addition to the daycare center, older residents and pets regularly crossing and walking along the street. 

I have contacted the police department regarding enforcement as well as the city Council, but any enforcement is short-lived and so I’m hoping for a more long-term and sustainable solution. I’m hoping that you might be able to give me some pointers regarding the best way to get change that will result in a safer neighborhood. 

Nik Michniewicz

 Subject: Constance Scott 

I notice that Constance Scott’s slogan for the March election is: 

Proven 

Trusted 

Ready 

Does she mean – 

PROVEN to be an advocate for developers 

TRUSTED by no one 

READY to challenge residents’ First Amendment Rights again 

Ian MacDougall

 Subject: Constance Scott 

I notice that Constance Scott’s slogan for the March election is: 

Proven 

Trusted 

Ready 

Does she mean – 

PROVEN to be an advocate for developers 

TRUSTED by no one 

READY to challenge residents’ First Amendment Rights again 

Ian MacDougall

 Subject: Constance Scott 

I notice that Constance Scott’s slogan for the March election is: 

Proven 

Trusted 

Ready 

Does she mean – 

PROVEN to be an advocate for developers 

TRUSTED by no one 

READY to challenge residents’ First Amendment Rights again 

Ian MacDougall

Subject:  Chemicals (PFAS) in potable and reclaimed water

Delray Beach is plagued by “forever chemicals” detected at unsafe levels in their water supply. Boca Raton, while not experiencing this now should take a pro active stance at this time. These chemicals are “forever” as they bio accumulate and NEVER break down in your body. Are you on thyroid medication? Having trouble getting pregnant? PFAS are known endocrine disrupters and also cause cancer. If people are concerned now, there are special water filters that are available, but better still to explore NOW prefabricated, reverse osmosis filters for our municipal water treatment plant. Delray Beach is nearby and Boca Raton should be on guard for the safety of our precious water. 

DANA GOLDBERG

 Subject: Election Results 

The US voter is above all else a partisan voter – once a Democrat always a Democrat and once a Republican always a Republican. There are some, but few exceptions to this rule. Herein lies a possible explanation as to why people often place votes that are not in their best interests, and why a majority of eastern Boca residents voted for the party of climate change deniers. Climate change is an existential threat to our coastal communities. We need to stop asking our elected officials if they believe in climate change and start asking them if they understand it. It’s science – not Santa Claus. 

Ian MacDougall

Subject:  Thanks! 

Thank you so much for putting out this newsletter. I find the articles very timely, informative and to the point. It’s the best place to find out what’s going on in downtown Boca. Your visual presentation of the COVID stats are great, provides more clarity and depth to the numbers. Although I hope you can stop this part of your reporting soon! 

Terry Stern

Subject:  BocaFirst COVID Tracker

Thank you for your work. I very much appreciate the detail and explanation in the charts. I also live in southeast Boca and having your resource available to me gives me information on how to go about living in new era. Stay safe! 

Bill Seery

Subject:  Amphitheater Renovation

The corporation should investigate the possibility of building a joint project with Delray. 

The cost to build and maintain such a venue will be enormous, and Boca taxpayers should not be expected to shoulder the entire financial burden.  A venue like this will benefit both communities and may even drive more business because of its joint venture status.

Andy Vissicchio – Former Member of the Boca Financial Advisory Board.