City of Boca Raton Declares a State of Emergency

On Monday, March 16, 2020, the City of Boca Raton declared a Local State of Emergency due to the threat of COVID-19 and is implementing additional closures and safety measures in order to slow the spread of the virus.

EFFECTIVE TUESDAY MARCH 17TH AT 5PM GOVERNOR DeSANTIS HAS ORDERED ALL BARS AND NIGHTCLUBS, STATEWIDE, TO CLOSE FOR THIRTY (30) DAYS.

WITHIN THE CITY OF BOCA RATON, AT 5PM TONITE, RESTAURANTS ARE REQUIRED TO CLOSE EXCEPT FOR DRIVE THROUGH, TAKE-OUT AND DELIVERY SERVICES UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.

CLOSURES

On Wednesday, March 18th, 2020, all City facilities, parks and beaches will be CLOSED until further notice including the following:

All Beaches
All Parks
Alan C. Alford Golf Course at Red Reef
Bark Beach at Spanish River Park
Boca Raton Community Center
Boca Raton Municipal Golf Course
Boca Raton Tennis Center
City Administration Building “Building Department”
City Hall
Downtown Library
Fire Rescue Administration Building
Gumbo Limbo Nature Center
Hillsboro El Rio Park North and South
Meadows Park Pool
Mizner Bark Dog Park
Mizner Park Amphitheater
Municipal Services Building
Ocean Rescue Center/Coast Guard Auxiliary
Patch Reef Park Community Center and Tennis Center
Police Department Lobby
Silver Palm Park
Spanish River Athletic Complex
Spanish River Library
Sugar Sand Park
Swim & Racquet Club
Wildflower Park

*Today, Tuesday, March 17th is Election Day and all of the Boca Raton Community Centers and libraries are designated polling locations. Libraries and community centers will be closed on Wednesday, March 18th until further notice.

MEETINGS

All meetings have been canceled until further notice, including the CRA, Council Workshop and City Council Meetings on March 23rd and March 24th, 2020.

ESSENTIAL SERVICES

The City will be operating Critical Infrastructure services only:

Police Services
Fire Rescue Services
Water Sewer
Sanitation Services (Regular Schedules)
Building Permitting
Inspections

PANDEMIC PLAN SAFETY MEASURES ISSUED

For Boca Raton Businesses and the Public

All bars and nightclubs throughout the state are required to close at 5PM today, March 17th, and remain closed for the next 30 days pursuant to an order issued by Governor Ron DeSantis.
Restaurants within the City of Boca Raton are also required to close today at 5PM (except for drive through, take-out and delivery services) until further notice.
Avoid social gatherings of 10 or more people.
Practice social distancing – 6 feet apart from others.
Avoid discretionary travel, shopping trips and social visits.
Work from home whenever possible.
Critical infrastructure industry employees should maintain normal work schedule.
Do not visit nursing homes, retirement or long-term facilities.
Practice good hygiene.
Stay home if you’re sick.
Wash your hands and don’t touch your face.

COMMUNICATION

The Citizen’s Information Center will open Wednesday, March 18th from 8AM – 5PM and is available for residents to talk with City staff regarding any concerns, questions or information. The Center can be reached at 561.982.4900.

Additionally, residents can stay updated on City information and alerts on the following platforms: