City of Boca Raton - City Council Meetings 09.08.2026

The City of Boca Raton held a series of meetings on September 8, 2026, including a Community Redevelopment Agency meeting, a special meeting on the downtown special assessment, and a City Council workshop. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a resolution (113-2026) to authorize a project contingency for the Memorial Park master plan, with the consulting firm Chen Moore selected to lead the planning process. The council also adopted several ordinances authorizing non-exclusive franchise agreements for construction and demolition debris collection and disposal services with multiple vendors, including Dumpster Man LLC, Elite Metals LLC, J4 Dumpsters and Hauling LLC, and Palm Beach Waste Services LLC. Additionally, the council approved updates to the city's fund balance policy and building recertification inspection program to align with state law and best practices. The downtown special assessment resolution (99-2026) was adopted, equalizing and levying assessments to fund infrastructure projects. Public comments addressed the police headquarters bond issue, economic development challenges, and concerns about consultant costs. The council also introduced ordinances related to millage rates, budgets, and the creation of a public affairs department. Motions to approve consent agenda items and resolutions passed with unanimous or near-unanimous votes, with one recusal noted due to a conflict of interest. Overall, the meetings focused on budget appropriations, contract awards, vendor selections, and capital improvement planning for the city.