City of Boca Raton - City Council Meetings 09.22.2026

The City of Boca Raton Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and City Council held meetings on September 22, 2026, focusing heavily on budgetary and capital improvement projects. The CRA approved a resolution updating the downtown redevelopment plan by removing three projects no longer in the capital budget and adding two new projects, including residential-led Memorial Park enhancements and Old Town rehabilitation. The CRA budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 was presented, highlighting a $97.5 million budget with $63 million fund balance carryover and $31 million allocated across 15 capital projects, including a $12 million railroad pedestrian crossing safety project. Discussions included potential federal and state grant funding for these projects. The City Council also approved an interlocal agreement with the Greater Boca Raton Beach and Park District for phase two improvements at Hornley Park, fully funded by the district. Additionally, the council adopted ordinances related to public affairs department reorganization, public service tax revenue cleanup, and amendments to the downtown plan consistent with CRA updates. The council discussed the process for filling an upcoming city council vacancy, with plans to open applications and interview candidates in November. Public comments addressed parking issues, police station location and funding, real estate holdings, and concerns about double taxation related to county sheriff services. Overall, the meetings involved significant procurement-related decisions on capital projects, budget appropriations, and interlocal agreements affecting future redevelopment and public infrastructure in Boca Raton.