Page 16 - Boca Club News - December '23

Page 16, Boca Club News

Government

Mayor’s Update: Winter Events and a Season of Thanks

Scott Singer is the 35th Mayor of Mizner Park. This year’s event drew more than 5,000 people, sadness after the brutal attacks on October 7th. The last month
Boca Raton. A South Florida native, as Mizner Park was closed to vehicles so attendees could has been challenging, with antisemitism at heartbreakingly
attorney, mediator, and small business experience 50,000 LED lights on Plaza Real while strolling alarming figures. I have been comforted by the strong support
owner, Scott and his wife Bella live in through to the bands and live performances. The city will also for Israel and the United States and against hate in terror by so
Broken Sound with their two children. host Merry in Mizner, evening weekend holiday entertainment many in our community. In governing, we continue to implement
The holiday season provides extra and strolling pop-ups in Mizner Park on Friday nights, from streamlining measures that are making government easier for
reminders of the many reasons we 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. throughout the holidays. In addition, local residents and the many businesses calling Boca Raton home.
can be grateful for what we have in Chabads hosted menorah lightings at Town Center in Boca Crime rates continue to drop from already low levels, and our
Boca Raton. We have a busy month Raton on December 7th and Sanborn Square on December dedicated city employees in all departments provide excellent
of celebrations to close out this year. 13th to celebrate Hanukkah. service. We continue to add infrastructure, and businesses
Looking back at November, we had the largest turnout in We will host the 49th Annual Boat Parade on Saturday, continue to seek out Boca Raton, helping us maintain one of
recent years to honor those who served our nation in the armed December 16th, which will brighten up the Intracoastal the lowest property tax rates of any full-service city in Florida.
forces with our expanded Veterans Day ceremonies, concert Waterway and includes prizes to participants. On Tuesday, On a personal note, I’m grateful to be able not only to live in
and events. As the son and grandson of World War II veterans, December 21st, at 7pm, millions of eyes of college football Boca Raton but also to serve as Mayor. I’m honored every day
I am grateful for all who served in the armed forces to keep fans everywhere will be on Boca Raton when the city hosts to be able to help move our community forward and work with
our nation free and strong! As always, thank you to veterans the eighth annual Boca Raton Bowl game, as the game returns dedicated colleagues on the City Council and in government.
and active military personnel for your service. Thank you to to primetime on ESPN. For more information on city events, You can share any thoughts you have at ssinger@myboca.com,
the many organizations that serve veterans and for those who please check out the City’s website, myboca.us, or like my and stay connected on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @
joined our tribute to them. Facebook page at facebook.com/scottsingerusa. scottsingerusa.
The City of Boca Raton kicked off our holiday season with Finally, as we are in the season of Thanksgiving we have Best wishes to you and yours for a happy, healthy and safe
the return of our annual tree lighting on November 18th at much to be thankful for in Boca Raton. Last month, I shared my holiday season!
Council Corner: Come Share the Fun in Downtown Boca!

By Yvette Drucker, who was re-elected already worked in our city alongside Mr. Ahnell I know we will of the Intracoastal. Beginning at C-15 Canal, boats will travel
to the Council in her own name. Ms. continue to make progress in the city. south to Hillsboro Blvd. Bridge with public viewing sites at
Drucker had been serving on the Some exciting things are taking place in our city to celebrate Wildflower Park, Red Reef Park, and Silver Palm Park. Best
Council after being appointed to fill the the holidays! decoration awards will be presented for Winners
vacancy left by Jeremy Rodgers when he Merry in Mizner. Now through January 1st, Nightly. Mizner Noon Year’s Eve Party. Sunday, December 31st 11 a.m. - 1
was called to military service. Park. Take a stroll through Mizner Park and take in the beauty p.m., Sugar Sand Park Community Center. Kids ages 4 to 9 get to
Happy Holidays! I cannot believe of our holiday light displays. Frolic with vibrant flamingos or ring in the New Year with DJ, dancing, games, crafts, activities,
that we are approaching the end of 2023. venture under the sea in the heart of Downtown Boca Raton. a juice toast at noon and a ball drop. Adult supervision required.
I am so grateful to have been able to Boca Raton Night Market. Thursday, December 14th, Pre-register by December 30th.
serve you and this community during this very exciting time in 6 - 9 p.m., Sanborn Square Park. Grab your friends and head Please be safe and take some time with your friends and
our city’s history. to Sanborn Square for the night market featuring live music, families. I can always be reached on all social media platforms
I wanted to take this time to thank Mr. Leif Ahnell, our city vendors, drinks and more. @yvettedrucker
manager, for his many years of service; he will be retiring at Holiday Boat Parade. Saturday, December 16th, 6:30 - 8:30 Hope to see some of you around town! Happy Holidays &
the end of the month. Mr. George Brown will be the new city p.m. Intracoastal Waterways. Returning for its 48th year, Boca Happy Healthy New Year! #thebestisyettocome
manager effective January 1st, and with his experience having Raton’s Annual Holiday Boat Parade lights up the waterways
County Clerk’s Guide to Guardianship of a Loved One

By Joseph Abruzzo, Clerk of the Circuit need an attorney. If you need to find an attorney, you may want to Guardianship is a serious legal matter. If you are considering
Court & Comptroller, Palm Beach call the Palm Beach County Bar Association’s Attorney Referral filing for guardianship, or know someone who is, I encourage
County. Clerk Abruzzo serves as the Service at (561) 687-3266 or (561) 451-3256 (Boca Raton/Delray you to consult with an attorney to discuss your case.
county’s protector of public records Beach), or the Legal Aid Society at (561) 655-8944. If you or someone you know has concerns about instances
and public funds. He was elected • Is a guardianship permanent? No, not if a person regains of financial fraud, waste and other concerns involving court-
in November 2020 and sworn into their abilities. The court can have the person reexamined and appointed guardianships, do not hesitate to contact my office
office on January 5th, 2021. Prior to restore some or all of their rights. and our team of dedicated professionals.
his election, Clerk Abruzzo served in
the Florida Legislature for a decade,
serving in both the Florida House of Representatives and the
Florida Senate. He proudly served in the United States Coast
Guard Reserves as a Port Security Specialist from 2005 to
2013 and is the recipient of numerous awards, medals and ARCHIVE GALLERIES
outstanding performance citations.
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