TONIGHT (Friday, Oct. 7) join us in #DowntownBoynton at the First Friday @ Five concert featuring the J Sharp Band. Come hungry - a variety of food trucks will be on site, and free children's activities will be available. Learn more.

Boynton Beach Assists
With Ian Relief Efforts

Representatives from the Boynton Beach Public Works, Utilities and Police Departments were deployed to the West coast of Florida to assist in #HurricaneIan relief efforts. 

In addition to providing manpower, in honor of World Teachers Day, Boynton Beach Police Department dropped off school supply donations for the schools, teachers, and students who have been directly impacted by Hurricane Ian.

Gun Buyback 

The Boynton Beach Police Dept. is hosting a Gun Buyback Event on Sat., Oct. 8, (9 am - 1 pm) at the Boynton Beach Church of God House of Kingdom Worship (135 N.E. 7th Ave.).  The firearm must be unloaded with the safety engaged, and in a bag, box or case in the trunk of your car.
-$100 gift card/functional handgun
-$200 gift card/functional rifle/long gun
Gift cards will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Questions? 561-742-6161.

Day of Hope

On Sat., Oct. 8 from 10 am - 2 pm, the Boynton Beach Police Department, alongside community sponsors, is hosing a Day of Hope at the Patterson Plaza (1815 S. Federal Hwy.). The free event will provide essentials to those experiencing homelessness and offer:
-Hygiene Bags
-Mobile Showers and Laundry Services
-Clothing
-Hot meals
Drop-ins welcome. No RSVP required. Questions? 561-732-8116.

Flood Insurance

Every property in the City of Boynton Beach can flood. In fact, 35% of all flood insurance claims in the City of Boynton Beach have been outside the mapped floodplain. Please note - there is generally a 30-day waiting period for flood insurance to take effect.

Learn more about flood insurance on FEMA’s FloodSmart website. The City's Flood information line can also assist - call 561-742-6366.

Boynton Beach
Job Fair

The City, alongside CareerSource PBC, will host a Job Fair on Wed., Oct. 26 from 9 am - 1 pm at the Boynton Beach Arts & Cultural Center (125 E. Ocean Ave.) in Downtown Boynton. Register to attend by clicking on the links below: 
-Job Seekers
-Employers

Questions? 561-742-6014 or [email protected].

Meet  Author
Mel Taylor

Join the Boynton Beach City Library on Tues., Oct. 11 (1 pm - 2 pm) for an author discussion with accomplished mystery novel author Mel Taylor. All of Mr. Taylor's books are based in South Florida, where he mixes the exotic nature of the Florida Everglades with the beauty of the coast. His book Investigation Con was a finalist for Kindle Book Review's Book of the Year.  Attendees will have the opportunity to purchase copies of Taylor's books and have them signed. This event is free, but online registration required. 

Fire Extinguisher
Giveaway

Fire Prevention Week begins on Sun., Oct. 9. Boynton Beach Fire Rescue Dept. will be celebrating by hosting a Fire Extinguisher Giveaway for Boynton Beach residents on Tues., Oct. 11 at Fire Station #5 (2080 High Ridge Rd.). Free fire extinguishers will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Lunch will be provided from Christ Fellowship Church & attendees will have the opportunity to meet Sparky the Fire Dog. Questions? 561-742-6600.

Fall Festival

Join the City's Recreation & Parks Dept. for the Fall Festival on Sat., Oct. 15 (3- 6 pm). New Location this Year - The Festival will take place at Centennial Park (120 E. Ocean Ave.) in Downtown Boynton. Enjoy family fun including games, bounce houses, rock wall, petting zoo, sack races, a pumpkin decorating contest, face painting and a DJ. In addition, Community Greening will give away 200 trees (max. 2 per household). Trees include wild tamarind, slash pine, loquat and avocado.

Senior Health Fair

The Senior Health Fair will take place on Thurs., Oct. 18, from 9 - 11 am, at the Ezell Hester, Jr. Community Center. More than 25 vendors are participating.

Attendees will receive free blood pressure checks, CPR demonstrations, giveaways and more! Walk-ins welcome.

An ASL interpreter will be provided. Questions? 561-742-6028.  

What's Happening

-First Friday @ 5 Concert • Oct. 7 • Centennial Park & Amphitheater
-BBPD Gun Buy Back Event • Oct. 8 • Boynton Beach House of Kingdom Worship
-Fire Extinguisher Giveaway • Oct. 11 • Fire Station #5
-Fall Festival • Oct. 15 • Centennial Park
-Senior Health Fair • Oct. 18 • Ezell Hester, Jr. Ctr.
-Boynton Beach Job Fair • Oct. 26 • Boynton Beach Arts & Cultural Center

View additional details and other upcoming events.

Upcoming Meetings & Workshops

Missed the October 4, 2022 Special City Commission meeting? Watch it online. 

-Historic Resources Preservation Bd. | Oct. 10 - 6:30 pm
-Red Light Camera Hearings | Oct. 12 - 9:00 am
-Planning & Development Board Meeting | Oct. 12 - 6:30 pm
-Art Advisory Board Meeting | Oct. 13 - 6:30 pm
-CRA Board Mtg. | Oct. 17 - 6:00 pm
-City Commission Meeting | Oct. 18 - 6:00 pm
-Community Standards Hearings | Oct. 19 - 9:00 am
-Recreation & Parks Advisory Board Meeting | Oct. 24 - 6:30 pm
-Planning & Development Board Meeting | Oct. 25 - 6:30 pm
-Library Board Meeting | Oct. 26 - 6:00 pm
-Education & Youth Advisory Board Meeting | Oct. 27 - 6:00 pm

 Interested in applying for an open City board or committee position? Apply online. Questions? 561-742-6060.

Join Our Team

Apply online for one of these open City of Boynton Beach positions: 

-Police Officer (Non-Certified) - NEW
-Ocean Lifeguard (On-Call) - NEW
-Human Resources and Risk Coordinator I, II, or III - NEW
-Recreation Specialist (Part-Time) - Tennis Center - NEW
-Crew Worker (Sanitation Helper) - Solid Waste - NEW
-Community Standards Specialist Career Path - NEW
-Communications Dispatcher - NEW
-Manager, Engineering (Utilities)
-Recreation Leader - Part-Time (Carolyn Sims Center)
-Supervisor, Pumping Stations
-Assistant Chief of Operations
- Environmental Inspector