Brightline: Last week, we were happy to amend the budget to save city taxpayers $1.5 million for the parking garage between the Downtown Library and future Brightline station as a result of a federal grant. We also unanimously approved the final site plan, enabling Brightline to begin work on the station which is expected to …
Leading on Recertification: On Tuesday, Boca Raton adopted the state’s first building recertification ordinance since the tragic building collapse in Surfside. This ordinance has more stringent requirements than those in place in Miami-Dade or Broward counties. It provides for an initial review of structural and electrical systems every 30 years, with additional recertifications every 10 …
Town Hall and Covid-19: Thanks to the 130 residents who attended my in-person town hall in July, especially the many who were first-time attendees. We were lucky to be able to meet during a lull in the Covid-19 resurgence and before health experts recommended renewed limitations on in-person gatherings. Please stay tuned for upcoming dates …