The Boca Raton City Council Workshop held on July 14, 2025, focused on the relocation of city services and the future of City Hall. The meeting began with a presentation by Will Brown from CBRE, who outlined the process of identifying potential properties for the city's operational needs.

Brown explained that the city had explored 15 properties within its limits, each over 50,000 square feet, and city staff toured 10 of these options. After thorough evaluation, five properties were shortlisted for further negotiation regarding lease or purchase scenarios. Notably, one of the properties, located at 5300 Broken Sound, was an off-market opportunity that the current owner was willing to sell.

The majority of the properties toured were situated in the North Boca Raton submarket, which is defined by specific geographical boundaries. In conjunction with property evaluations, CBRE's workplace strategy team assessed the current utilization of City Hall, conducting interviews with department heads to develop a comprehensive space program for a future City Hall.

Ultimately, the City Council determined that the most cost-effective approach would be to construct a smaller City Hall downtown, approximately 30,000 square feet, while also pursuing the acquisition of the property at 6551 Park of Commerce for relocating city services. This combined strategy is projected to cost half of what it would take to build a larger facility downtown.

Brown highlighted that the acquisition cost for 6551 Park of Commerce is estimated at $247 per square foot, which is competitive compared to recent comparable sales in the area. The meeting concluded with an invitation for public comments, allowing community members to engage in the discussion.

Overall, the workshop marked a significant step in the city's planning for future operations and facilities, emphasizing fiscal responsibility and strategic development.