Boards include the Advisory Board for the Physically and Mentally Challenged, Blue Ribbon Beautific-ation Committee, Builders Board of Adjustment and Appeals, Education Advisory Board, Historic Preservation Board, Parks and Recreation Board, and Planning and Zoning. See the government section for a complete listing. The public services and utilities in Boca Raton reflect the same standard of excellence as other aspects of the city. Maintaining these standards is no small task for a city whose population is greater than 180,000. Despite this rapid growth in population, many of the city's departments have been recognized for their innovative programs and efficient operation.
Officers participate in drug, alcohol and gang-awareness programs in area schools.
Some officers are also assigned to the bicycle patrol to police local beaches. The fire department is prepared for anything with its main responsibilities fire prevention, fire detection and fire suppression. Boca Raton Fire-Rescue Services has also provided emergency medical treatment and transport to citizens for more than 20 years. No. 5 and at Boca Raton Community Hospital as a part of the Smart Heart Program. The utility also makes sure that water and wastewater systems are operated in compliance with the standards of local, state and federal regulatory agency guidelines.