Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Boca Raton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in public safety with high priority
Police Chief Appointment
Boca Raton has a brand new police chief, with Phelps stepping in to take over the top spot. This leadership shakeup at the PD means new eyes on local safety and community policing strategies.
Fire Station 8 Staffing & Fire Assessment Fee Adjustments
Staff proposed fully staffing downtown Fire Station 8 and adding EMS captains to improve emergency response times. To pay for this, the residential non-ad valorem fire assessment fee would increase from $155 to $224, while commercial fees would shift to a flat square-footage model.
Municipal Infrastructure and Public Safety Updates
Public works officials reviewed federal safety grants, Vision Zero action plans, and smart signal upgrades to reduce crashes across the city.