Page 16 - Boca Exposure - October '24

Page 16, Boca Exposure
Mayor’s Update: A Dog’s Life In Boca Raton!

Scott Singer is the 35th the event you have a pet and must evacuate your home, reminder to have an evacuation plan in place—whether
Mayor of Boca Raton and there is one pet-friendly shelter located inside the West or not you have pets—as county shelters are not the best
was re-elected in 2023. Boynton Recreational Center. Of course, let this be a option if a storm is approaching.
A South Florida native,
attorney and small business
owner, Scott and his wife
Bella live in Broken Sound
with their two children. You
may also want to stay in
touch on social media at @
scottsingerusa. As always,
please reach out by email
to ssinger@myboca.us with any thoughts or requests.
Honored to serve you!
With a dedicated dog beach, dog park, and a new dog-
friendly lake path at Countess de Hoernle Park/Spanish
River Athletic Complex, I am pleased to announce that
the City of Boca Raton has been recognized as among
“Better Cities for Pets.”
Earning this City Certification from Mars Petcare
showcases the city’s commitment to creating a pet-
friendly community. In order to receive the certification,
we met various benchmarks that exemplified our support
for our pet-loving residents and visitors. ARCHIVE GALLERIES
We know that four-legged fur babies are members of
our Boca Raton residents’ families, which means we are
mindful of creating a vibrant community where pets are
a valued part of our city. PAYS HIGHER PRICES FOR FINE ART AND ANTIQUES
With dedicated dog menus at several of our downtown
eateries and a growing number of pet-friendly hotels, it
is rare to walk through the city without being greeted by • Oil Paintings • Sterling Silver • Collectibles
a pooch. But because dogs are not welcome in all city • Oriental Rugs • Objects of Art • Fine Crystal
amenities or businesses, Boca Raton has created dedicated • Tapestries • Sculptures • Orientalia
spaces for dog owners who want to socialize with their pets.
Mizner Bark Dog Park permit holders can enjoy access • Fine Furniture • Bronzes • Tiffany Items
to the dog park located at 751 Banyan Trail. The dog park • Service Plates • Porcelain • Clocks
features three fenced areas where your canine friends are
allowed to run off-leash. The three fenced areas include
an area for large dogs over 50 lbs., medium dogs, 20 – 50 We Also Purchase Men’s And Ladies’ Items Including:
lbs., and small dogs under 20 lbs. There are also benches,
water fountains, water stations, trash cans and doggie • Old Watches • Cufflinks • Smoking Items • Coins • Antique Jewelry
bags. The park is open daily from 7 a.m. to dusk. On • Designer Handbags • Fine Modern Jewelry • Vintage Costume Jewelry
Wednesdays, the park doesn’t open until noon.
There is no charge for Boca Raton residents to obtain
a dog park permit. Fees to non-residents and permits are One Piece Or Entire Contents Purchased
available on a monthly or annual basis.
For dogs that like to go for a swim the Bark Beach at CALL NOW FOR A FREE CONSULTATION, NO OBLIGATION
Spanish River Park, 3001 N. State Road A1A is the perfect
place to cool down.
Bark Beach permit holders gain access to Bark Beach
at Spanish River Park, which is located between lifeguard CASH 561-498-7536 COURTEOUS
towers 18 and 20. The Bark Beach is open Fridays, PAYMENTS IN HOME
Saturdays and Sundays from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and then UPON REQUEST SERVICE
from 3 p.m. to sunset during EST and 5 p.m. to sunset
during daylight savings time.
Boca Raton residents can purchase a pass for $35 per dog.
Passes for the year begin on Oct. 1st. The fee for non-resident
permits are available on a yearly or weekly basis. Bark Beach
permits are separate from beach parking permits. Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center
Our newest pet-friendly amenity is a lake path at Phyllis & Harvey Sandler Center
Countess de Hoernle Park/Spanish River Athletic Complex. 33rd Annual
Pet owners are welcome to walk their dogs along the Alicia & Jeff Spero
scenic lake path on the west side of the park. The area
stretches from Countess de Hoernle Park on the south Book & Author
side of Spanish River Boulevard, beneath the bridge, and
circles the expanse of the northern lake, adjacent to the
Boca Raton Public Library’s Spanish River location. Luncheon
Pet waste stations are strategically located around the
lake path, and dogs are required to be leashed.
The city’s dedication to pets isn’t limited to providing Presenting four best-selling authors
world-class amenities. We were also recognized for our
local emergency preparedness plans. We prepare pet
owners about what to do in the event of a hurricane. Tuesday, November 12, 9:00 am
With hurricane season still underway, here is a
reminder to make sure you are stocked up on your pets’ Boca West Country Club
food, non-tippable food and water bowls, record of
vaccinations, leash, harness, carriers and extra litter. In

561-464-3086 • levisjcc.org/bookandauthor

Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center • Phyllis & Harvey Sandler Center • Toby & Leon Cooperman Campus
21050 95th Avenue S., Boca Raton, FL 33428 • Ph 561-558-2520 • levisjcc.org/sandler