boca raton

Reading time: 6 minsThe city is between a rock and a hard place. We were told several times that the county is going to build a 400’ tower in the area whether the city agrees to this deal or not.

Reading time: 2 minsThe final decision on how Beach and Parks will approach the City was that Mr Fazio (the architect of the proposed design) will present the design to the City on June 10 in its workshop.

Reading time: 2 minsThe next major milestone for the Wildflower Park occurs in early September, 2019 when EDSA finalizes the site plan and site design. They will also have construction drawings and more detailed cost estimates available.

Reading time: 3 minsSome of the intersections allow cyclists to activate lights that require vehicles to stop while others have no way to alert vehicles. In all cases, cyclists need to be aware and unassuming regarding vehicles seeing them and stopping.

Reading time: < 1 minCouncil Member O’Rourke brings us up to speed on city issues and quashes fake news rumors coming from the blogosphere.

Reading time: < 1 minPalmetto 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.

Reading time: 3 minsThere 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.

Reading time: 3 minsBoca Raton’s government, both elected and not, have this same responsibility to protect its residents, their children and visitors by enhancing public safety rather than dismantling it.

Reading time: < 1 minArt Koski reflects on his decades long career with Boca’s Beach & Parks District saving green space, preserving beaches and creating community parks.

Reading time: 6 minsThe 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.