PLANS IN MOTION
Boynton Beach Is
Not Waiting For The
Future.
We Are Designing It.
our city advanced with clarity and intention — aligning planning, infrastructure, business development, and placemaking into one coordinated strategy. Progress here is not accidental. It is disciplined. Strategic. Purposeful.
Boynton Beach is no longer emerging — it is defining what modern, people-first growth looks like in Palm Beach County.
Growth across the region continues to accelerate. In Boynton Beach, that momentum is guided by preparation, alignment, and long-term vision. Our Economic Development Plan, Comprehensive Plan, Strategic Plan, and Arts Master Plan are advancing in coordination — ensuring that investment, identity, housing, workforce, and culture evolve together.
THIS IS NOT GROWTH FOR THE SAKE OF GROWTH. IT IS GROWTH WITH INTENTION.
We measure what matters so we can anticipate needs, act decisively, and remain a steady anchor in a rapidly evolving region. Businesses are expanding. Talent is choosing Boynton Beach. Infrastructure is strengthening. Public spaces are evolving. Development is moving forward — thoughtfully and responsibly.
Leadership, for us, means execution.
This report is not simply a reflection of 2025. It is a declaration of direction.
The future of Palm Beach County is being shaped every day.
In Boynton Beach, it is being shaped deliberately — confidently, and with people at the center of every decision.
BUILDING WHAT’S NEXT
Boynton Beach is no longer emerging. It’s defining what modern, people-first growth looks like in Palm Beach County.
What We Are Advancing
Updating our plans to remain aligned with community priorities and market realities.
Strengthening businesses & workforce pathways.
Shaping complete, connected neighborhoods.
Streamlining processes & enhancing customer experience.
Investing in livability and placemaking.
Together, these initiatives position Boynton Beach for smart growth – where strong planning, a vibrant economy, and exceptional quality of life move forward in balance.
MEASURED WITH INTENTION
We track what matters so we can anticipate needs, act with intention, and remain a steady anchor in a fast-moving region. Population growth, workforce participation, and household income trends reflect a city experiencing steady expansion and economic resilience. As more residents choose Boynton Beach, these indicators help guide planning decisions— ensuring that infrastructure, housing, and economic opportunity evolve alongside our growth.
A strong labor force and rising household incomes point to a community where opportunity and quality of life move forward together, reinforcing Boynton Beach’s role as a vibrant and economically active city within Palm Beach County.
Median Value of OwnerOccupied Housing Units: $397,868
The Development Advantage
One Year. One Direction
Strategic investment across housing, industry and commerce.
In 2025, developers, investors, and business owners committed more than $418 million to major housing, industrial, and commercial projects in Boynton Beach — a clear signal of confidence in the city’s direction and disciplined approach to growth.
From new residential communities to industrial expansion and commercial reinvestment, these projects reflect long-term belief in our market and momentum. The City partners closely with stakeholders to streamline processes, align planning with opportunity, and ensure that development strengthens both our economy and our community.
Together, these investments illustrate the scale and diversity of development taking place across Boynton Beach. With the majority of capital flowing into housing, alongside significant industrial and commercial activity, the city is growing in a balanced way that supports both economic opportunity and livability. Guided by strong planning and coordinated partnerships, Boynton Beach remains committed to ensuring that this momentum continues responsibly — aligning new development with infrastructure, workforce opportunity, and the long-term character of our community.
Growth in Motion
Development across Boynton Beach is moving from vision to construction. Residential, workforce housing, commercial, and industrial projects are advancing together—expanding housing choices, strengthening employment centers, and reinforcing the city’s economic base.
Under Development
35 Development Projects
4,038
Upcoming Dwelling Units
676 Under Construction
533,347sq ft
Upcoming Industrial/ Commercial Sq Ft -
1,026,638 Sq Ft completed
223,208 Sq Ft re-purposed space
Residential Development:
Baywalk, Harbor Cay, Miraflor Apartments, Seacrest Sound, Potter Townhomes.
Mixed Use Development:
Broadstone Boynton Beach, Ocean One, Shalimar, The Pierce, The Villages at East Ocean (North & South), Town Square.
Commercial:
Bethesda’s Emergency, Imaging and Clinic; Chick Fil-A; Ford’s Garage; JD Sports; Josie’s; Lemon Grass Kitchen and Bistro; Vicky Bakery
Industrial:
Egret Point Tenant Buildouts; Publix Distribution, American Countertops & Design, Feeding South Florida
Workforce Housing:
Ocean Breeze East, Heart of Boynton Village (North and South), The Dune (North and South), Cottage District
Delivering Growth Responsibly
Sustainable growth demands both precision and protection. As projects advanced across the City in 2025, streamlined approvals and responsive service worked in tandem with proactive service, community standards – ensuring progress strengthens, rather than compromises, the fabric of Boynton Beach.
City teams work daily to keep projects moving while safeguarding the quality of life our residents expect. Efficient permitting, timely inspections, responsive customer service, and proactive neighborhood standards ensure that as Boynton Beach grows, development remains aligned with the needs of our community and the long-term vision for the city.
9,238
35,606 Inspections Completed
30,067
SAFEGUARDING GROWTH
Growth and livability are inseparable from safety. As Boynton Beach continues to welcome new residents, businesses, and visitors, our commitment to those who already call this city home remains unwavering. Our Police and Fire Rescue teams provide the foundation of confidence that supports both daily life and long-term investment. Through responsive service, proactive community engagement, and operational readiness, we ensure that as we build, we protect — reinforcing the stability that allows neighborhoods to thrive, businesses to succeed, and families to feel secure.
BOYNTON
BUILDING WHAT’S NEXT
COMMUNITY, STRONG ECONOMY
Joe DeGiulio Chief Of Police
96,721
Calls for Service 16% Crime Reduction 41% Reduction in Shootings
POLICE
The Boynton Beach Police Department plays a critical role in maintaining the safety and confidence that allow residents and businesses to flourish. In 2025, officers responded to 96,721 calls for service, while proactive policing strategies contributed to a 16% overall reduction in crime, including an 18% reduction in property crime, a 4% reduction in violent crime, and a 41% reduction in shootings.
The department also achieved Excelsior Accreditation from the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation, recognizing the highest standards of professionalism and accountability. Alongside enforcement, community engagement initiatives such as Shop with a Cop, PAL Boxing, Cookout with a Cop, and neighborhood events continue strengthening trust between officers and the community they serve.
Together, these efforts reflect a department committed not only to enforcement, but to prevention, partnership, and long-term community safety.
17,000+ Emergency Calls Responded To 4:50 Average Response Time
12,048 Fire Safety Inspections
FIRE RESCUE
Boynton Beach Fire Rescue stands ready to serve a city that continues to grow and evolve. Operating from five fully staffed stations, the department responds to more than 17,000 calls for service annually, delivering advanced fire protection and emergency medical care across the community. With an average response time of 4 minutes and 50 seconds, faster than regional and national benchmarks, the department remains prepared to meet the demands of a thriving city.
Supported by 160 firefighter-paramedics, Boynton Beach Fire Rescue combines specialized training, advanced rescue capabilities, and proactive fire prevention efforts—including over 12,000 fire inspections and nearly 3,800 construction plan reviews each year—to ensure that safety keeps pace with development. As Fire Chief noted, “Boynton Beach Fire Rescue is prepared to meet the needs of a thriving, growing, and robust city.”
Hugh Bruder Fire Chief
Strengthening the Economic Ecosystem
Execution Defines Leadership
Economic development in Boynton Beach is measured by outcomes. In 2025, we advanced business growth, invested in entrepreneurship, and expanded workforce opportunity — aligning strategy with execution at every level. Supporting 194 businesses through structured education, mentorship, and targeted assistance was foundational, but our work extends beyond business support. We are cultivating an environment where businesses expand, innovation takes root, and residents can pursue new economic pathways.
Through strategic partnerships and intentional investment, the City continues strengthening the foundation for long-term economic resilience. Programs such as the Entrepreneurship Academy, EDGE workforce training, and business mentorship expand opportunity across the business lifecycle. More than 300 residents connected with employers at the Summer Job Fair, while the second annual Small Business Summit continued to grow as a regional gathering point for entrepreneurs and business leaders across Palm Beach County—reinforcing an ecosystem where businesses grow and residents advance together.
$120,000 in Business Grants
194 Businesses Served in 2025
Invested in 21 Businesses
Through business education, mentorship, and targeted support initiatives.
Supporting
110 Employees
Academy
Graduates
Building Opportunity for Talent and Business
WORKFORCE EDGE PROGRAM
27 Residents Graduated
Removing barriers to entry and aligning training with employer demand. Career Opportunities
5 Laptops Awarded 6
Job Fair Attendees
BUSINESS OVER BREWS –107 Attendees Where conversations turned into collaborations.
Sixteen moments where investment became visible
STRATEGIC POSITIONING
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT VIDEO RELEASED
Elevating the narrative of why businesses choose Boynton Beach.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN ADOPTED
A five-pillar framework guiding longterm growth and investment.
Plans in Motion
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 2045:
Guides land use, housing, transportation, infrastructure, economic vitality, and environmental resilience to ensure long-term growth remains balanced and forward-looking.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
PLAN 2025 – 2030:
Aligns five core strategies — Downtown & Waterfront Reinvestment, Business Attraction & Retention, Workforce Development & Housing, Placemaking, and Economic Development Marketing — to create coordinated, sustainable economic growth.
PUBLIC ARTS MASTER PLAN:
Advances a strategic approach to public artwork — integrating curated installations into civic spaces to strengthen identity, beautify corridors, and enhance community experience.
STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE:
Refined through cross-department collaboration, the Strategic Plan will set a measurable path toward becoming a safe, beautiful, vibrant, and livable city by 2039.
Together, these plans provide the strategic framework guiding Boynton Beach’s future. From land use and economic development to public art and community vision, each initiative plays a role in shaping a city that grows thoughtfully, strengthens opportunity, and enhances quality of life for residents, businesses, and future generations.
The People Behind the Progress
Progress in Boynton Beach is driven by people — leaders who align vision with execution and work collaboratively across departments to move the city forward. Walking together toward the future, our Directors and Division Directors guide strategic priorities, strengthen operations, and ensure that every initiative contributes to a safe, beautiful, vibrant, and livable community. The momentum reflected in this report is not accidental. It is the result of coordinated leadership and a shared commitment to what comes next.
The future of our region is unfolding –and Boynton Beach walks confidently within it.
Boynton Beach is emerging as a destination — not only to invest, but to experience.
From Atlantic sunrises to waterfront evenings, our city blends coastal ease with growing urban energy. Marina views, walkable corridors, public artwork, and activated gathering spaces create a setting that is both relaxed and vibrant.
WILLIAM LEIDY Division Director, Engineering
GIGI CHAZU
SALEICA BROWN
Director, Development Services
JOHN KUNTZMAN Director,
We are intentionally shaping places where people connect — through culture, community, and curated public spaces.
Not simply a beach town.
Not simply an urban center.
A coastal city with character — designed to be lived in, explored, and returned to.
ADAM TEMPLE
Assistant City Manager TempleA@bbfl.us
Director, Development RadiganA@bbfl.us JOHN
Director, Building KuntzmanJ@bbfl.us
BonafairJ@bbfl.us
