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Residents press council on downtown redevelopment as March referendum nears

Boca Raton City Council · February 24, 2026
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Summary

Dozens of residents used the city’s public‑comment period to challenge claims in developer materials, dispute projected funding figures, and urge a 'No' vote on the March 10 referendum about the downtown campus project and 99‑year lease terms.

With a referendum two weeks away, dozens of Boca Raton residents used Tuesday’s council meeting to press officials for facts and express opposition to a proposed downtown redevelopment and 99‑year lease.

Speakers questioned claims in developer materials about upfront funding and long‑term civic benefits. Several callers said campaign and door‑to‑door materials have overstated the amount of immediate cash the developer…

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