Andrea ORourke

Andrea Levine O’Rourke, originally from Boston MA, has been a Boca Raton resident and raised her family here since 1979.

Andrea served as an elected official on the Boca Raton City Council from 2017-2023 and held the position of Deputy Mayor from 2020-2023. She is a graduate from Florida Atlantic University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.

Andrea has been deeply dedicated to her community. She has worn many hats and her commitment to making a positive difference has never wavered. Andrea’s civic participation has been realized through volunteer leadership with an emphasis on mentorship, placemaking, public art, culture, education, and resident involvement. Among her many endeavors Andrea has served the community as President of The Federation of Boca Raton Homeowners Association, the Downtown Advisory Committee, The Boca Raton Museum Community Outreach Advisory, Boca Raton Innovation Campus AHA Committee (BRIC - art, history & architecture) and the Rotary Club of Boca Raton.

Andrea was honored to recently receive “the Spirit of Giving Award” at the 75th Anniversary Celebration of The Universal Declaration of Human Rights at The Center for Peace, Justice and Human Rights, part of the Dorothy Schmidt College of Arts and Letters at Florida Atlantic University.

In addition to her public service, Andrea has run her own Creative Services company with a focus on graphic, interior and commercial design. She was previously employed by The HARID Conservatory in a management position, and the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce as Director of Communications. Andrea has been an avid supporter of the arts and among her achievements is being the driving force in creating a “Department of Public Art + Culture + Placemaking” for the City of Boca Raton and although she is now termed out of her elected position, she still advocates for these principles.

Andrea claims her most rewarding accomplishments, beside her family, is being a role model for young people, and a leader who is committed to making her community a better place for everyone.