Reading time: 1 min For the sake of transparency in local government, Boca Raton could exhibit world class leadership and eliminate private discussions between city councilors, board members and those with business interests before the city.
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Reading time: < 1 min Council Member O’Rourke brings us up to speed on city issues and quashes fake news rumors coming from the blogosphere.
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Reading time: < 1 min Palmetto Park Road, in many ways, is the backbone of our downtown. Its initial purpose was to provide access to beaches and homes on the barrier island and it remains route of top priority for emergency services. Doug discusses what’s needed and how we can get there.
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Reading time: 3 mins There are numerous examples of communities in the United States getting serious about cycling growth. Hiring a consultant for a million dollars to specify what to do in Boca is not needed as the criteria is clearly described in the requirements for BFC awards.
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Reading time: 6 mins The debacle at Camino Real and Dixie is arguably the result of a previous CRA. Fixing it now requires a leader to emerge. An improved roadway and comprehensive pedestrian/bike plan would be a win-win for everyone.
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Reading time: 5 mins This area could be a poster child for mixed use and walkability. There is room on the Fresh Market and Plaza 1 properties for dual pedestrian/bike ways. But all the property owners need to cooperate.
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Reading time: 6 mins I’d think it would result in improved property values for the area but only if the comprehensive approach that compensates not punishes the residents and businesses. The pedestrian/bike ways must be made a condition of the approval.
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The Watchdog
Car Dealership Ordinance: Follow-up from the Business Leaders Involved
by Jim Woodby Jim WoodReading time: < 1 min The following letter from the applicant considers the points from the BocaFirst article and is asking City Staff to change the proposed ordinance
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Reading time: < 1 min Using vintage photos, former Boca CRA Chairperson Jorge Comejo describes Boca’s blighted 1980’s and the circumstances that led to the creation of Mizner Park.