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Talking Books
- City of Boca Raton Library (561) 393-7852
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Palm Beach County (561) 265-0299
Talking Book Library
7950 Central Industrial Drive Suite 104
Riviera Beach, FL 33404
Talking book service is also available at the County Talking Book Library, free of charge for those with visual or physical disabilities. If residents cannot visit the library, materials can be mailed and then returned to the library at no charge through a special federal program. A smaller collection of talking books is available at the City Library.
Tangible Personal Property Tax (561) 930-7924
Tangible personal property taxes are levied on equipment, rental property, immovable furnishings or equipment and mobile home attachments (concrete porches, attachments, etc.) Taxes collected by the Tax Collector are due between November 1 and April 1. Tangible Personal Property is assessed to the last known owner. Ownership is established from a tax return.
Tax Collector (561) 930-7926
The Palm Beach County Tax Collector is responsible for collecting ad valorem taxes (real estate and tangible personal property) and non-ad valorem assessments (such as drainage and solid waste). These taxes are due on November 1 of each year and are delinquent after April 1 of the following year. The Tax Collector's Office is also responsible for processing applications for titles; issuing registrations for motor vehicles and boats; issuing hunting, fishing and occupational licenses; and collecting tourist development taxes.
Taxes
There are no income taxes levied by the City of Boca Raton or by the State of Florida. The state sales tax is six percent (6%). Palm Beach County has an additional ½ % discretionary sales surtax. See: Ad Valorem Taxes, Property Appraiser, Tangible Personal Property Tax, Tax Collector
Teen Center (561) 368-4099
The Mainstream Teen Center is located at 150 N.W. Crawford Boulevard (behind City Hall). The Teen Center is committed to providing an exciting alcohol and drug-free environment for Boca Raton youth, ages 12-18. The Center is equipped with the latest video game equipment, ping-pong tables, pool tables and a "Reader's Corner" where books, magazines and college information is available.
Telephone Service (561) 780-2355
Local telephone service in Boca Raton is provided by
Bell South. Call the above number to start, stop or change service.
Tennis
- Memorial Park (561) 393-7978
- Patch Reef (561) 997-0881
The Recreation Services Department operates seven public tennis facilities in various locations throughout the City. The Memorial Park Tennis Complex and the Patch Reef Tennis Center offer tennis clinics and private lessons. Tournaments are also held at these sites.
Tours
Group tours of the following City facilities are available on a pre-arranged basis.
- City Hall (561) 393-7742
- Fire-Rescue Services (561) 367-6700
- Library
- Adult Tours (561) 393-7905
- Youth Tours (561) 393-7968
- Police Services (561) 338-1269
- Utility Services (561) 338-7305
Traffic Calming (561) 416-3374
This program, offered through the Municipal Services Department, provides the community an opportunity to petition for physical changes to their street that would alter driver behavior and improve conditions for all roadway users.
Traffic Fines (561) 338-1379
Payment of fines for moving violations are accepted at the Clerk of the Circuit Court's County Criminal Division. See: Parking - Tickets for information about parking violations.
Traffic Questions (561) 416-3372
Call to obtain answers to questions related to signals, signs, roadway markings and requests for new or additional street lights.
Traffic Signals (561) 416-3372
In the event of a malfunctioning traffic signal or decorative street light, please call this number.
Transportation
See: Disabled Transportation, Palm Tran, Spec Tran, Tri-Rail
Trees
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Generally
Disputes concerning trees that grow over property lines must be resolved between the property owners. It is the responsibility of the property owner to remove dead trees and to keep tree limbs trimmed back from streets and sidewalks (See: Tree - Pruning). Trees may be removed without a permit by the property owner at a single-family residence, except in designated historic districts. Before removing or pruning any tree, please call as a permit may be required. Permits may be obtained at the One-Stop Center on the main floor of City Hall. Tree removal at duplexes, apartment buildings, condominiums and commercial properties requires a tree-removal permit.
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Pruning
Proper tree pruning is important for the health of the trees and essential to increase the resiliency of trees during the heavy winds of tropical storms or hurricanes. An instructive leaflet is available in the City Hall lobby or the City Clerk's office. Large pruning projects should be done by qualified and insured professionals that use the National Arborist Association Standards.
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Tree Legacy Program (561) 393-7910
This program was established in 1984 in response to requests from people who felt that a tree is the perfect remembrance. The Boca Raton Beautification Committee, with the Recreation Services Department, coordinates the selection, purchase, placement and maintenance of trees suitable for planting in Boca Raton. Donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Call the Recreation Services Department for additional information.
Tri-Rail 1-800-TRI-RAIL
Tri-Rail provides transportation for working commuters and commuting college and high school students, and serves as an alternative mode of transportation to various area recreational attractions. Tri-Rail makes at least one stop in each city on its route between West Palm Beach and Miami. The Boca Raton stop is currently located just west of I-95 along the CSX tracks, north of Yamato Road. Palm Tran buses meet the trains to take commuters to regularly scheduled stops in each city. Tri-Rail operates seven days a week with reduced service on the weekends and holidays. Tri-Rail does not operate on certain holidays. Tri-Rail and Palm Tran bus schedules can be obtained at the Tri-Rail station, in the City Hall lobby, or can be requested from Tri-Rail by telephone. See Disabled Transportation for information about Tri-Rail's paratransit service for the disabled. See Palm Tran for information about bus service.
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