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Minutes 02-18-25 Minutes of the City Commission Meeting Held Online Via the GoToWebinar Platform and In-Person at the City Hall Commission Chambers 100 East Ocean Avenue, Boynton Beach, Florida On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 6:00 PM Present: Ty Penserga, Mayor Dan Dugger, City Manager Aimee Kelley, Vice Mayor Shawna Lamb, City Attorney Angela Cruz. Commissioner Maylee DeJesus, City Clerk Woodrow L Hay, Commissioner Thomas Turkin, Commissioner 1) Openings Call to Order- Mayor Ty Penserga Mayor Penserga called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM Roll Call City Clerk Maylee DeJesus called the Roll. A quorum was present. Invocation by Pastor Jeff Kelly, First Baptist Church of Boynton Beach Pastor Kelly gave the Invocation. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Vice Mayor Aimee Kelley Vice Mayor Kelley led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Agenda Approval: 1 . Additions, Deletions, Corrections Vice Mayor Kelley added a discussion of Legislative Break for June to the next meeting in March. Commissioner Cruz asked for Item #10C to be heard before Public Hearing Item #8. Motion Commissioner Cruz moved to approve the agenda, as amended. Vice Mayor Kelley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 2) Other Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 18, 2025 A. Information Items by members of the City Commission. City Commissioners to disclose any informational items to the Public. Commissioner Cruz had no disclosures. Commissioner Turkin had no disclosures. Vice Mayor Kelley had no disclosures. Mayor Penserga had no disclosures. Commissioner Hay spoke about the City of Boynton Beach and the City's Black History: He noted the first black City Councilman; the first black Police Officer, Bill Butler; Dr. Samuel Lamar Wright Sr., the first Black City Councilman; Ezell Hester, the first African American Appointed Mayor; Lillian Ottis, a teacher and first black female City Commissioner in Boynton Beach; Perry Patterson, the first black Firefighter in Boynton; Latosha Clemons, the first black Female Deputy Fire Chief in Boynton; two Heisman Trophy Winners, Lamar Jackson and Travis Hunter; and Commissioner Woodrow Hay, the First Ordained Mayor to service as City Mayor, Vice Mayor, and Commissioner. He said that Black History is American History. 3) Announcements, Community and Special Events and Presentations A. Proclamation-211 Awareness Month. Mayor Penserga read the proclamation into the record. Ty Barnes accepted the Proclamation and stated that 211 is the only 24/7 crisis line that is serving this community. He said that they responded to 6,700 Boynton Beach Community needs, and that 65 of those were suicide prevention. He mentioned that there are thousands of resources available through them. B. Proclamation- The Lord's Place Sleep Out to End Homelessness Awareness Day. Mayor Penserga read the Proclamation into the record. John Gilmore accepted the Proclamation. He thanked the Mayor and Commissioners for the Proclamation, and stated that they have a men's campus in Boynton Beach. He spoke about the staff available to help the community, and mentioned that they look forward to continuing to help the community. He spoke about their sleepout event. 4. Public Audience 2 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 18, 2025 Susan Oyer noted that the City had its 13th shooting of the year, in the San Castle area. She spoke about transparency and the need for it, and about the well going dry. She asked what the City was going to do, since Florida is running out of water. She spoke about Item #7B being on consent without any discussion, and said that she has a problem with that. She asked when the City was going to finish the Code of Ordinance changes for Community Standards. Cindy Falco DiCorrado spoke about the following: professional misconduct and stated that everyone on the dais has had misconduct; her alleged attack in the Chambers; FOIA's; lawsuits against Boynton Beach's Police Department; and not finding her video that she has requested. Ren Stein spoke about how hard it is to find items on the City's website, and the issues that he has with our website. He mentioned that BoyntonBeach.org goes to a Boca Raton website, and that we have a dash in the middle of our website. Commissioner Cruz stated that if anyone wanted to speak on any subject that they came into speak about, now is the time. Beth Stanzo spoke about Item #10D, and that the construction is loud and disruptive in her neighborhood. She commented on what happens in her house and her health, as a result of the construction. She said that she is disappointed that Boynton Beach allows construction noise until 10 P.M. Emilia stated that right now, the noise that is still allowed is ridiculous. She spoke about the families that are having issues sleeping, and can't find peace in their homes. She mentioned that she is awaken throughout the middle of the night and into the morning. One online Public Comment: Mike Newer stated that he has had an issue with his neighbors spying into his property, and the City not doing anything about it. He mentioned sending multiple emails to staff to help him with his neighbor's Code issues. 5. Administrative 6. Consent Agenda A. Proposed Resolution No. R25-045- Ratifying the City's application for the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Resilient Florida Grant to Update the Vulnerability Assessment Project in the amount of $150,000, authorizing the City to accept the Grant, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents related to the Grant that do not increase the City's financial obligations subject to the approval of the City Attorney. 3 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 18, 2025 B. Proposed Resolution No. R25-046-Approve the Ninth Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between the City of Boynton Beach and the City of Delray Beach to change the title of the administrative head of the South-Central Regional Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Board from Plant Manager to Director. C. Proposed Resolution No. R25-047- Amend CIP 303 Fund project number RP2416 from $73,234 to $88,234, by utilizing $15,000 from fund balance, to cover for a change order to PO 241337, for a total amount of $203,080.80, for unforeseen issues during the construction of Little League/High Point Privacy Wall construction. D. Proposed Resolution No. R25-051-Approve the First Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between the City of Boynton Beach and the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency for Funding an on- demand transportation services pilot program extending the Interlocal Agreement for a one-year period. E. Schoolhouse Children's Museum Report - First Quarter FY24-25 F. Commission Meeting Minutes. Commissioner Cruz stated that she is pulling Item #6C. Motion: Commissioner Turkin moved to approve the Consent Agenda, as amended. Commissioner Cruz seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 6C. Proposed Resolution No. R25-047-Amend CIP 303 Fund project number RP2416 from $73,234 to $88,234, by utilizing $15,000 from fund balance, to cover for a change order to PO 241337, for a total amount of $203,080.80, for unforeseen issues during the construction of Little League/High Point Privacy Wall construction. Commissioner Cruz stated that she has a concern in her district, specifically related to Monterrey with the lighting and construction, and she asked when Monterrey will be getting the privacy wall too. She asked how many feet this wall is going to be. Kevin Ramsey, Public Works Director, said that this wall is completed, and is six feet tall. Commissioner Cruz stated that Monterrey wants their wall to be taller than six feet. Andrew Mack, Deputy City Manager, stated that the construction is on a private property, and the City can't spend public funds on private property. Mayor Penserga recommended adding the matter to a future agenda for further 4 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 18, 2025 discussion. Commissioner Turkin suggested staff reach out to the developer, to see if an adjustment can be made in good faith to the residents Commissioner Cruz said that she would like to add to a Future Agenda a discussion of having funding in Arts Impact fees expanded. Commissioner Turkin mentioned this situation being included, that a privacy wall be included on funding with infrastructure instead of art. Mayor Penserga said that he would add the discussion to a future agenda. Motion: Commissioner Cruz moved to approve Proposed Resolution No. R25-047. Commissioner Turkin seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 7. Consent Bids and Purchases over $100,000 A. Proposed Resolution No. R25-048- Approve a Piggyback Agreement between the City of Boynton Beach and Morton Salt, Inc., for the purchase and delivery of Sodium Chloride in an amount not to exceed $200,000 per year annually. B. Proposed Resolution No. R25-049- Approve Task Order No. GESUT-1B- 02-25 with Carollo Engineers, Inc. for professional engineering services, including survey , permitting assistance, design services, and construction management support for the Sea Meadow South- Water & Wastewater Improvements Project. This task order is issued in accordance with RFQ No. CW24-001 (General Engineering Consulting Services Contract, Scope Category B), as awarded by the City Commission on November 19, 2024. The total not-to-exceed amount for this task order is $953,516.55. Additionally , approve a budget transfer to allocate sufficient funding for this project. C. Proposed Resolution No. R25-050- Award of Task Order No. GESCM- 2J-02-25 and approve a budget amendment to appropriate the funds for Craven Thompson & Associates as the next pre-qualified vendor for the Preliminary Design of South Seacrest streetscape improvements in the amount of $161,170 plus a 10% allowance of $16,117 if needed for staff approval of change orders for unforeseen conditions for a total expenditure of $177,287 based on costs provided by Craven Thompson & Associates. D. Proposed Resolution No. R25-052- Award two (2) task order proposals, Task No. 213 with All County Paving and Task No. 196 with Atlantic Southern Paving and 5 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 18, 2025 approve a budget amendment to appropriate funds needed to award All County Paving as the next pre-qualified vendor for the Quantum Boulevard asphalt path in the amount of $164,980 plus a 15% contingency of $24,747 and award Atlantic Southern Paving as the following pre-qualified vendor for the SE 3rd Street improvements in the amount of $305,663.80 plus a 10% contingency of $30,566.38 if needed for staff approval of change orders for unforeseen conditions for a total expenditure of $525,957.18 based on costs provided by All County Paving and Atlantic Southern Paving. These task order proposals are issued in accordance with bid number PWE22-008 for "Asphalt and Sidewalk Rehabilitation;" as awarded by the City Commission on April 5th, 2022. Commissioner Turkin stated that he is pulling Item #7C. Vice Mayor Kelley stated she is pulling Item #7B. Motion: Commissioner Hay moved to approve Consent Bids and Purchases over $100,000, as amended. Commissioner Cruz seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 7B. Proposed Resolution No. R25-049- Approve Task Order No. GESUT-1 B- 02-25 with Carollo Engineers, Inc. for professional engineering services, including survey , permitting assistance, design services, and construction management support for the Sea Meadow South- Water & Wastewater Improvements Project. This task order is issued in accordance with RFQ No. CW24-001 (General Engineering Consulting Services Contract, Scope Category B), as awarded by the City Commission on November 19, 2024. The total not-to-exceed amount for this task order is $953,516.55. Additionally , approve a budget transfer to allocate sufficient funding for this project. Vice Mayor Kelley stated that she pulled this because she has received many phone calls in regard to this, and that she wanted a summary for the public about this investment. Keith Webber, Assistant Director, Engineering, stated that this is Sea Meadows South, and that the City is replacing all of the water and sewer mains in that community. He spoke about the reason why they are being replaced, and said that if there any issues, they will be able to distinguish if it is the resident's issue or the City's. Motion: Vice Mayor Kelley moved to approve Proposed Resolution No. R25-049. Commissioner Turkin seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 6 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 18, 2025 7C. Proposed Resolution No. R25-050- Award of Task Order No. GESCM- 2J-02-25 and approve a budget amendment to appropriate the funds for Craven Thompson & Associates as the next pre-qualified vendor for the Preliminary Design of South Seacrest streetscape improvements in the amount of $161 ,170 plus a 10% allowance of$16,117 if needed for staff approval of change orders for unforeseen conditions for a total expenditure of$177,287 based on costs provided by Craven Thompson & Associates. Commissioner Turkin stated that this project has been a long time coming, over 30 years, and asked for a timeline of how we got here. Deputy City Manager Mack spoke about this being a continuation of his very first project when he started with the City. He said that these projects were planned over 20 years ago, and it is exciting to see this one get started. He stated that this will beautify the area and reduce speeding. He mentioned working with the County on this project and incorporating this project into the County's overall plan. Commissioner Turkin stated that he is excited to see this coming, and he praised County Commissioner Marci Woodward for her help in the project. Motion: Commissioner Turkin moved to approve Proposed Resolution No. R25-050. Commissioner Hay seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 10C. Discussion regarding construction hours near residential locations. (Heard out of Order) Adam Temple, Assistant City Manager, stated that staff worked with Commissioner Cruz on this analysis, to get ready for this presentation. Pat Hart, Community Standards Supervisor, spoke about eight municipalities that they compared our Code to, in regard to construction hours. Commissioner Cruz thanked staff for doing this research and for coming to the Town Hall meeting in Monterrey. She mentioned that this is complete obstruction of peace and sleep of her constituents. Mr. Hart stated that they have staff checking Monterrey from 6:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. to see if anyone does work during those hours, and they are working with the Police as well. Commissioner Cruz stated that citizens have a right to a peaceful home. She asked to have a noise litigation waiver explained. 7 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 18, 2025 John Kuntzman, Building Director, spoke about the waiver form that was used when City Hall was constructed, and what the rules are with the waiver. He said that for this project, the contractor had the Police on site during a portion of construction, which complied with the regulations. He stated that for another project, they had to have a complaint line, that was available to residents, to keep tabs on it. He spoke about reports that they have had on vibrations in the community. Mayor Penserga asked who owns the vibration censor. Mr. Kuntzman stated that they are provided by a third party. Mayor Penserga said that he would trust it more if the City owned the vibration censor rather than the third party. Commissioner Turkin said that maybe the City could choose a censor vendor. Commissioner Cruz stated that she wants to provide relief to these residents and future residents that are near construction locations. She said that she would like to remove the exemption of any construction after designated working hours, especially related to properties adjacent to residential areas within a certain number of feet. She said that the goal is to figure out the distance from residential homes to the building. Mr. Temple stated that there were a lot of concrete pours needed for this project, and they were trying to remove them from peak hours of traffic. Mr. Kuntzman spoke about the impact of the number of concrete trucks that are lined up to pour concrete for this project, and that shifting it to daytime hours would cause a huge backup in traffic. He mentioned some of the other reasons why they have been conducting concrete pours at night, instead of during the day. Commissioner Cruz said that unfortunately this is causing an issue with residents, and she understands the business side of it. She suggested a change of the hours. Mayor Penserga said that he supported changing the hours and distance from the residences. Commissioner Cruz said that she proposed constructions hours for 8 A.M.-8 P.M. Monday-Friday, 9 A.M.-8 P.M. on Saturday, and none on Sunday. She stated that this would be for any construction within a certain amount of feet of residential areas. Commissioner Hay said that he supports this, because quality of life is more important to him, than construction. He stated that he gets a lot of complaints about this as well. Commissioner Turkin said that he supports this change and suggestion, and that it is important to include the exemption of emergency matters, such as a busted water pipe. 8 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 18, 2025 He stated that there is a lot of development that is coming, which was approved, so it is important to get ahead of this now. He mentioned that we are here to enable a policy to make necessary changes. Vice Mayor Kelley stated that the timing that she is suggesting is even shorter, 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. She said that she is in support of establishing construction times, and doesn't mind making it a little stricter, for at home quiet times in the evenings. Commissioner Cruz said that she is comfortable with the stricter hours. She asked to allow public comment on this item. City Attorney Lamb stated that we can come up with an Ordinance with this direction and have public hearings at that time. Commissioner Turkin stated that he doesn't mind opening up to comments. He asked if the cities we compared to have a separate noise ordinance. Assistant City Manager Temple responded that they did, and mentioned that the City has a citywide noise ordinance, with a construction portion. Dan Dugger, City Manager, said that it goes to midnight on the weekends, and spoke about the allowed decibels. He mentioned that if it is after hours, the Police will go there and check the decibel levels and report to Community Standards. Commissioner Turkin asked to make the noise ordinance stricter as well, because this should be updated. He mentioned that he would like a complete a code overhaul. Mayor Penserga asked if the City should make a separate Ordinance for construction hours. City Attorney Lamb stated our that Code of Ordinances is all over the place, and it is very expensive to do an overhaul, but she will determine if they need a completely new ordinance or not. She stated that the next meeting is March 18, which is after a new Board is sworn in. Commissioner Hay asked if we have measured the decibel levels at Monterrey. Mr. Hart stated that they have during the day, and it has measured to be in line with what is allowed. He spoke about the rules of how they measure decibel levels. Commissioner Hay said that he is okay with allowing Public Comments. Vice Mayor Kelley said that she doesn't want to set a precedent to allow Public Comment for this, when they already spoke during Public Audience. She stated that if we come back with an ordinance, it would allow for public comment. 9 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 18, 2025 Commissioner Hay said that he understands, but would like to know which end of the spectrum is the most problematic. He mentioned that they can make an exception. City Attorney Lamb stated that this is a discussion item and that they can have a Public Comment portion when they come back with an Ordinance. Mayor Penserga said that the majority of the Board has decided to allow Public Comment. Beth Stanzone, Monterrey resident, stated that most recently, they had very loud pounding, and that she had to go try to talk to the construction company to mitigate the noise issue. She said that they have pieces of construction that over exceeds the decibel levels, it is not all the time. Amelia stated that this has been going on for eight months, and that they need help sooner than later. She said that they need some kind of relief today, not later. Mayor Penserga stated that direction has been given to staff. Assistant City Manager Temple clarified the direction that was given to staff for a Code change. Commissioner Cruz said that the purpose is to not allow construction to happen after 8 P.M., and removing the exception. Commissioner Turkin stated that he is okay to come back to for a special meeting if they need it. Mayor Penserga said that this is a draft. Commissioner Cruz said that it should only be when it is adjacent to residential areas, not for other areas. Commissioner Turkin said that the Board should be able to make changes, but without causing an issue where it doesn't affect residents. Commissioner Cruz reiterated her direction and said that this is very specific in the Code. 8. Public Hearing Commissioner Turkin left the dais at 7:33 P.M. Commissioner Cruz said regarding Items 8A that she has not had any ex-parte communication, has not received written communication, has not conducted an 10 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 18, 2025 investigation, has not made a site visit, and has not received expert opinions. She requested that these disclosures and all written communications be made a part of the record. Vice Mayor Kelley said regarding Items 8A that she has not had any ex-parte communication, has not received written communication, has not conducted an investigation, has not made a site visit, and has not received expert opinions. She requested that these disclosures and all written communications be made a part of the record. Mayor Penserga said regarding Items 8A that he has not had any ex- parte communication, has not received written communication, has not conducted an investigation, has not made a site visit, and has not received expert opinions. He requested that these disclosures and all written communications be made a part of the record. Commissioner Hay said regarding Items 8A that he has not had any ex- parte communication has not received written communication, has not conducted an investigation, has not made a site visit, and has not received expert opinions. He requested that these disclosures and all written communications be made a part of the record. City Clerk De Jesus read the title into the record. A. Proposed Ordinance No. 25-001- Second Reading- An Ordinance of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, approving the abandonment of the twenty-foot (20') wide alley abutting the approved Villages of East Ocean (north) mixed-use development as recorded in Plat Book 1, Page 23 of the public records of Palm Beach County ; authorizing the City Manager to execute a disclaimer, which shall be recorded with this ordinance in the public records of Palm Beach County , Florida; and providing an effective date. David Milledge, Esq., said that Attorney Bonnie Miskel made a full presentation at the last meeting and there have been no changes. Luis Benscome, Principal Planner, said that there are no changes to this Ordinance. Mayor Penserga opened to Public Comment. Susan Oyer said that the City should be getting paid for this, because it is taxpayer and valuable piece of land. She stated that this is an ugly building, and that there is not enough of a setback. Mayor Penserga closed Public Comment. 11 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 18, 2025 Commissioner Cruz commented about the Andrews House, and the art fee expansion that she has requested for the future. Motion: Vice Mayor Kelley moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 25-001 on Second Reading. Commissioner Hay seconded the motion. The motion passed 4-0, (Commissioner Turkin was not at the dais.) B. Proposed Ordinance No. 25-002- Second Reading- An Ordinance of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, amending Code of Ordinances Part III, "Land Development Regulations," Chapter 1, "General Administration," Article II, "Definitions," and Chapter 2, "Land Development Process," Article VI, "Impact and Selected Fees," Section 7, "Palm Beach County Fees" and establishing Section 10, "Mobility Fees;" providing for update of definitions; providing for repeal of the collection of County road impact fees within the mobility fee assessment area; providing for collection of mobility fees within the mobility fee assessment area; providing for authority ; setting forth general provisions for mobility fees, definitions, purpose, the mobility fee technical report, and rules of construction; providing for imposition and a mobility fee schedule; providing for establishment of a mobility fee assessment area; providing for the process for review of alternative and special fee determinations, credits, establishment of a mobility fee benefit district, fund accounts, expenditures, refunds, effects on land development regulations, development of an administrative procedures and service charges, requirements for annual reporting, review and updates, agreements, interlocal agreements, vested rights, and penalties for violations; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; providing for scrivener's errors; providing for liberal interpretation; providing for modifications; providing for conflicts, severability and an effective date. Amanda Radigan, Planning Director, stated that Jonathan Paul had a presentation. Mr. Paul stated that there have been no changes, and spoke about the City's Mobility Fee and Updated Mobility Plan Projects, as contained in the meeting materials. City Manager Dugger asked where the $2M was spent in Boynton Beach. Mr. Paul stated that it was spent on the western periphery of the City, and that none of it has been on the main areas of the City. He spoke about single-family mobility fees per 1,000 sq. ft.; immediate next steps; next steps after adoption; and comments and questions. Commissioner Turkin returned to the dais at 7:53 PM. 12 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 18, 2025 Mayor Penserga opened to Public Comment. No one came forward and Public Comment was closed. Khurshid Mohyuddin, Palm Beach County Planning Department, spoke about letters objecting to any attempt by the City, to repeal and replace Palm Beach County's Traffic Concurrency studies, impact fees and proportionate share. He mentioned that the letters were coordinated with the County Attorney's Office and the County believes an attempt to repeal the County's laws would be unconstitutional. He stated that if the City adopts the Ordinance, the County plans to file any litigation necessary. Susan Oyer stated that the residents are all for this, because this is our chance to get as much money as possible from these large buildings being built. She said that the mobility study still includes the train station, that we don't need and don't want. She suggested that we should be looking at putting trams in the City, and mentioned how amazing they are. Barbara Ready stated that we don't need the train depot, and that she can't believe that the County is threatening to sue us for not getting money that we have paid. Mayor Penserga closed Public Comment. Motion Commissioner Turkin moved to approve. Vice Mayor Kelley seconded the motion. City Attorney Lamb stated the County did bring different proposals regarding the rates, and stated that if they approve it as is, it will be for the original rates. She said that they can make changes now, whether they want the 10% or 20% in reduction. Ms. Radigan spoke about the different proposals. Commissioner Turkin stated that he would like to reduce it by 20%. Ms. Radigan asked for them to make a specific motion. Attorney Lamb motioned suggested the language for the motion be "to approve Item 8 B, as amended, with a 20% reduction for a single family residential, as stated." Motion Commissioner Turkin so moved. Vice Mayor Kelley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 13 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 18, 2025 9. City Manager's Report- None 10.Regular Agenda _ A. Discussion regarding Workforce Housing and Affordable Housing. Vice Mayor Kelley stated that a lot has changed since she brought this up, and it opened up a new can of worms. She said that as a result, adjustments have been made to enhance affordable housing. Amanda Radigan, Director, Planning and Development, spoke about workforce housing and affordable housing as follows: completed affordable housing developments; approved workforce housing developments; workforce housing program; what is the Boynton Beach Housing Trust Fund; potential housing initiatives/programs/incentives; and questions. She noted that the program is voluntary. Vice Mayor Kelley stated that the incentives of the program are leaning towards attracting funding for the purchase of single-family homes. She said that she would like to see where the funds are directed and establish a true program, and to be the most fiscally responsible as possible. Commissioner Turkin said that he likes the land acquisition option, and he is not in favor of awarding density. He stated that we need to look at subsidizing senior housing and other housing needs, and that they should look at what we have now, to see how they can help them now as well. Mayor Penserga recommended figuring out which would increase new housing stock, what would help the current residents, and what would support our current housing stock to make it more affordable. Ms. Radigan stated that option 1 and 3 would help with new construction. She explained the options. Mayor Penserga asked about subsidy. Ms. Radigan spoke about gap units and gap financing. Commissioner Cruz stated that if we need to subsidize, we need to only subsidize for sale properties, such as single family houses and townhomes, and a portion only for seniors. She said that in her opinion, that although it's great that we get money, we're not in the business of developing land and they would have to rely on someone else to build the product. 14 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 18, 2025 There was further discussion regarding subsidizing properties and land acquisitions. Commissioner Cruz said that she would support land acquisitions for For-Sale properties, and that a percentage would be allocated to seniors. Ms. Radigan spoke about the difficulty in her ask to add a percentage to the rules for this, but said that she can look at options. Commissioner Cruz mentioned the CRA, and deed restricting a parcel. She said that she would like to know more information on the legality of Live Local. Attorney Lamb stated that they can have a conversation. Ms. Radigan stated that she can share some great resources that they have, and mentioned what the City governs. Attorney Lamb spoke about preemption and Home Rule. There was discussion regarding the following: Comprehensive Plan; rezoning; advocating for reduction in density; enhancing green space; mitigation of this housing programs; request for a discussion for minimum-sized units; reason for this conversation about the workforce housing funds and how to use those funds; reiterate the different options; which program would make the most sense; 3 buckets mentioned by the Mayor; who gets the money; reiterating the different housing program options; senior and Veteran housing options; concept of off-site construction; federal funding grant money; and Commission direction. B. Discussion regarding Miner Road Extension by Palm Beach County. Vice Mayor Kelley stated that about a year and a half ago, her residents noticed surveying going on, on Miner Road. She mentioned that Miner Road is very narrow, and it is 45 MPH. She spoke about voicing her objection to expanding this road, and that the County said that they were going to do it regardless. She spoke about her conversation with the County regarding the surrounding roads and the data that the County said they had, and what was on the data. She mentioned the County's Five-Year Plan, right of way acquisition fees, and construction of the extension of Miner Road. She suggested that we could, as a Commission, send a letter to object the County's plan. Mayor Penserga asked how best could we help. Deputy City Manager Mack stated that we could continue to write letters, and that we should set up meetings with the County, because there will be impacts with this construction. He suggested a letter from the Commission be sent to the County. 15 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 18, 2025 Vice Mayor Kelley asked what the status of the animal control is and how that is being handled, because how it is being handled now is not working. She spoke about the complaints coming in regarding leash laws. City Manager Dugger stated that we could add a full animal control position to the Police Department. Vice Mayor Kelley said that she's not sure why it was removed, but she supports having a position that is full time here in the City. Mayor Penserga asked for an update on that. City Manager Dugger stated that it was a decision from the Police Chief, and that it was hard to replace the Animal Control Officer that retired, but he will explore those options and see what the best option is. Vice Mayor Kelley said that we shouldn't be hearing about this at the Commission Meeting. Commissioner Hay gave kudos on the Sims Center project going forward. He said that he would like to add a for staff to look at additional areas for more cemetery plots. He also spoke about allowing people in wheelchairs to get out to the water with beach wheelchairs. City Manager Dugger said that the City has some, but maybe not enough. Commissioner Turkin concurred on the Animal Control Officer as a budget amendment and add it back to the budget. City Manager Dugger said that he could do that administratively with Commission direction. Vice Mayor Kelley said we should already have that position, and she wants to know what happened to that position. C. Discussion regarding construction hours near residential locations Requested by Commissioner Cruz This item was addressed earlier in the meeting. 11. Future Agenda Items A. Discussion on additional paving in fiscal year 24-25 - March 18, 2025 16 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 18, 2025 B. Discussion regarding ethics and behavior of the Commission. — TBD C. Discussion regarding fluoride in the water.- TBD D. Discussion regarding the City's Comprehensive Plan. — TBD E. Discussion regarding Citywide Master Plan to light up the City.- TBD F. Discussion on utility lift station upgrades and odor control — TBD G. Discussion regarding requirements for Advisory Board, Appointments.- Pending meeting with Vice Mayor Kelley H. Discussion regarding Hazard Pay for Community Standards.- Pending meeting with Commissioner Cruz I. Discussion regarding Amendments to the Code of Ordinances regarding flooding in the community.- Pending meeting with Commissioner Cruz J. Discussion regarding combining City properties together to create senior affordable housing . - Pending meeting with Mayor Penserga K. Discuss and provide an update on Fire Station #3, to also include a State of the Fire Department.- TBD 11. Adjournment Motion: Vice Mayor Kelley moved to adjourn. Commissioner Turkin seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 8:58 P.M. CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH ATTEST: 4,• �iNT01y e �� Maylee D- �e•us, MPA, MMC ; �.�Qowire..-7 City Cler ;0.••(,*() ':y h, 00. IAc 1920 tt 17 (---- AP: bii.-14 ii irdi February 14, 2025 4L0RIVA Mr. Dan Dugger, City Manager City of Boynton Beach 100 E. Ocean Avenue County Administration Boynton Beach, FL 33435 P.O.Box 1989 RE: City of Boynton Beach Mobility Fee -Ordinance 25-002 West Palm Beach,FL 33402-1989 (561)355-2040 Dear Mr. Dugger, FAX:(561)355-3982 www.pbc.gov Palm Beach County (County) objects to the City of Boynton Beach's (City) ordinance referenced above, repealing the County's road impact fee and replacing with the City's mobility fee within most of the City's jurisdiction. The County requests the City not adopt the above-referenced Ordinance at its February 18, 2025 City Commission meeting. Should the • City adopt this ordinance, the County intends to pursue all legal remedies available to enjoin the City from proceeding. Palm Beach County As previously stated in the attached County letters on this subject, the County maintains Board of County Charter authority to provide transportation infrastructure on a countywide basis. A close on- Commissioners going coordination between the City and the County, therefore, must take place to develop a mobility plan and fee that does not replace but supplements the County's systems. Such Maria G.Marino,Mayor coordination is required, as Traffic Performance Standards and Impact Fee regulations apply Sara Baxter,Vice Mayor in all cities pursuant to Palm Beach County's Charter, including the City of Boynton Beach. Note that the City's Comprehensive Plan Policy 2.6.3 requires consultation with the County Gregg K.Weiss prior to repealing and replacing the current impact fee structure with a mobility fee. Please also note that the City's attempt to repeal and replace County road impact fees directly Joel Flores contradicts Section 163.3180, Florida Statutes,which provides that the City and County must Marci Woodward create and execute an interlocal agreement to coordinate the mitigation of our respective impacts. In the near future, the County will be providing a draft interlocal agreement in Maria Sachs accordance with the current state statutes. Bobby Powell,Jr. The County requests and acknowledges the continuing coordination and support by the City (City's resolution no. R24-271 dated Nov 4, 2024), as the upcoming Countywide Transportation Master Plan (CTMP) is developed, to ensure that all transportation needs are met to best serve all Palm Beach County's residents and visitors. In light of the upcoming CTMP, any action on the above referenced ordinance is premature. County Administrator Verdenia C.Baker Please let me know if you have any questions or need more information regarding this important matter. Sincerely, /f /h/VL . 44't- Verdenia C. Baker, County Administrator c: PBC Board of County Commissioners Motasem Al-Turk,PBC Engineering Boynton Beach City Commission Members Khurshid Mohyuddin, Planning Division Patrick Rutter,Deputy County Administrator Derrek Moore, Esq,PBC Impact Fee Manager Whitney Carroll,Esq,PZB Executive Director Andrew Mack, Deputy City Manager Denise Coffman,Esq,County Attorney Adam Temple,Assistant City Manager "An Equal opportunity David Ottey,Esq,Chief Assistant County Attorney Shawna Lamb,City Attorney Ryan Maher, Esq,Assistant County Attorney Amanda Radigan, Director Boynton Beach Affirmative Action Employer David Ricks,PBC County Engineer Planning and Zoning Department Thuy Shutt,Director Planning Division *' printed on sustainable 7. and recycled paper c lK46,,......_ i;! li.�./ September 30. 2021 lotttpt. Ms Lon LaVemere. City Manager City of Boynton Beach 100E Ocean AvenueFL c.a.!Ad'eiiiiaired"' Boynton Beach. 33435 P.0 bolt 19U9 Walt Pham bearit.19.,34o3-19M RE:City of Boynton Beach's Proposed Mobility Fe* fast)ass-ame FAX.1561)3M-14.2 M-ra Dear Ms. LaVemere. ',gm ` " Thank you for the invitation to the City's Transportation Partners Meeting held by the City on July 30. 2021 County staff is greatly concerned with the City's intent to M repeal and replace Palm Beach County's transportation concurrency. proportionate share.and road impact fee with the City's own mobility fee. Such an attempt will be in violation of the Palm Beach County Charter and Florida Constitution as previously relayed to you in our attached letters dated May 30,2019,and November 18, 2019. Pah Beach(roomy o"`y Also, please note that a similar attempt to repeal and replace Palm Beach County's !bard.r County transportation concurrent proportionate share.and road impact Commlaalomrt. P y- P P fee by the City of Palm Beach Gardens is currently under litigation by the County Dose Bernet Mayor Rehm$w.mrnrk titMayor staff requests that City staff consult with the County per the City's Comprehensive Plan Transportation Element Policy 2 6 3 which requires marks C. Mtannn consultation with Palm Beach County poor to repealing and replacing the current Gk.Neta impact fee structure with a mobility fee A close on-going coordination between the City and the County must take place to implement a mobility plan and fee that does Mats Sacha not replace but rather supplements the county's systems to best serve all of Palm ktelixsa MrMnur Beach County's residents and visitors. As previously stated in our letters, we look forward to meeting with your team to discuss potential mechanisms through which Mark Brined transportation impacts can be addressed. Please let me know if you have any questions or need more information regarding this important matter CosotT Ailkaitialmatar Sincer Verdmc4 C baker Patrick Rutter Assistant County Administrator e PBC Board of County Commns<or n Mdcbael Rvrtpf.Dnu5.x&'yrio',Beer_l Pann.p toy'ii,n Bear.A Cty Cur Counco Members Thames LsnaPen,Treasure Coast Hegrvru+Cr.,rcil Verdant*C Baku COtMty Actr-Ml-atnr Per°.Uhren,TPA Executive r rt-_tor toad Brruanon,PBC Asamant C.arty Adnenterreks Uric Ricks PBC County Engwver Ramsay B.tlksity,PZB Fsecueve Dery Maaaan A.Tork-PBC En:kneeing Robert P Banks,Gn1et Lind Use Co Attorney Patna*Bern Daect:a Planntrej Crvau„n l Scott Hata,Asssianl County Ar+aney serif,risryfu Plnnng Drvsnn t Scott Ston* Ass.stud Coonty Mornay Derek Moor..County Impart Fee Coocdiratcu Kt,rShq klotiyuMkn.Plar:ung Dtvnrn -a.,tyude rors...nougy ,{jra.uern,+ 't' ta.olg*'• f,4 confine on uw.wake* isA1.41: Th Novemoer 18 2019 %-w • Ms Lon LaVerrere City Manager City of Boynton Beach 3301 Qui Blvd. 3ute 10 came,waseemeras Boynton Beach FL 33.426 en tine wow paws...co,Pi n.12 14011K RE. City of Boynton Beach Mobility Rotated Amendments -Ordinance 19413 iss•zelo Dear Ms LaVernere PAX :56i,11,S 1482 Vdarw plaripre coin County staff have reviewed the City of Boynton I3each's orttraice referenced abOve creating the framework for the potentia future eetablisnment of a mobilfty fee Specifically the City s Comprehensive Plan Policy 2.8 3 requires consultation at awn ram deacn County prior to repealing and ,eplacing the current impact fee IMIticture with a mobility fee NM awl ORM, We continue to have concerns over ianguage Which has a future potential to repeai Illeme et Omer aseseew the county! concurrency proportionate share and reed impact fee systems The ceisis County maintains Charter authority to provide transportation infrastructure on a M ork tatowrd Mart countywide Oasts A dose on-going coordination between the City and the County therefore must take place to develop • mobthly plan and fee that does not replace Dem Swart.vvoy liarer but supciernents the county$ systems Such a coordination is required. Trathc R Vateche Performance Standards and Impact Fee regulations apply in all cities pursuant to amok Patin Beach County's Charter trio/Aiding the City of Boynton Beach Wein Robert Ilitertraa County staff request that continuing coordination occurs as plans are deveioped to ensure that all transportation needs ate met to best serve all ct Palm Beach County s Mary Las Imre residents and visitors We look forward to meeting wen your team to Crscuss Mao WM* potential mechanisms through which transportatir.in impacts can tie addressed Fnasy tiased on the Board of County Commissioners' direction we plan to hold a countyw4e mobility workshop to address opportunities for the future of adwiriamem transportation in Petal Beach County to benefit elf county citizens and visitors The Coomag City will be invited to partcipate Vardwit Please let me know if you have any questons or need more information regarding this important matter Siricefagy. 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Palm Beach County staff submits this letter pursuant to Chapter 163.3184(3)(b)3, Florida Statutes (F S ) as formal comments to the proposed transportation element amendments included in CPTA 19-002 by the City of Boynton Beach the amendment Ito the city's Gompreltensive Plan proposes to repeal the County's transportation concurrency, proportionate fair-share and road impact tees s tottk1 the City thrum 1Marh ceu.ry {Commission elect to adopt a Mobility Fee (proposed Policy 2.6 4). Please note that a Rom.' coral) municipality cannot unilaterally repeal these laws by amending its comprehensive plan c..r..r.r....r• in a charter county, according to Florida Consbtution, Article VIII(1)(d)(g) 41ec►n.. gra,wyor 'Criunbis 4/orating under county chartor3 sh,yr/idyl; ,td powers ufkx;a' self-government Dew Ke+^cr_vee Marg ! not inconsistent with general taw or with special law approved by;.rate of the erectors. The governing body of a county operating under a charter may enact county ordinances not 1W P.veraM AnCtiel$1-Veif with gartered law The charter shall provide which shah prevail on the*vent of CAntal Ft Wei1,1 conflict between county and municipal ordinances Pghert s.%%monk According to this Article, the Constitution requires a county charter to have provisions Mary 1.011 POPIPle explaining the circumstances under which a county law will trump a conflicting municipal ordinance Palm Beach County Charter,Section 13(2),provides that county 1.1.1i..,M(Paniay ordinances prevail in matters relating to impact fees relating to county road programs, I Section 1 3(4), does the same for traffic concurrency as it relates to all collector and �artorial roadie that are not the reeponcib.tity of any municepahty Covent./ �, :The Palm Beach County Charter rs found in its entirety at the link below AhowleistrWt http.//discover pbcgov orglpdfipublications/charter pill 'f'FFkM11 &Aar !While the City of Boynton Beach ,s able to establish mobility fees for infrastructure exclusively provided oy the city, the proposed language for amendment CPTA 19-002 contemplates replacing established County programs, which apply in the City of Boynton Beach, ani all cities in Palm Beach County, according to the County Charter. Pursuant to s 163 3184(3)(b)3. F,S , the City s proposed amendment is inconsistent ,,,,,,,,r with several of the County's Comprehensive Plan policies including, but not limited to, tiop Virwrn..r*Item,.f+.r.•- Transportation Element policies 1 1-a, 1.1-b. 1.3-1, 1 12-b, 1.12-d, 1.13-a, 1..13-d. 1-13- e, 3-0, 1,13- e, and I 13-f,and Capital Improvement Element Policy 1.64.3,as @horn in Exhibit 1. .--v4.. olo1IP. . 01 0 if..0 zs 4 1:4 . 8F_ 0 .g t2 ,, 1 II:I 10 6, E = 0 r, ,„ (•,,a c., to% I i -4EiA) 2 § i ,c8rE % 51li 3 ki i •-• _,„, ,.1 rE eE . 6 ii 74 S 512 I I rill fl I Lk. ..d..., MOEU l 't 0311A3111 '.4 4 gto c -(ii, ;.1I 122 ,•• i tj t• 1 11,1 ,- - c., ii fr i t ili ilf 0 — , 0 ., i .... .c3 >. HA -8 2 z 1 q .1 ft3 i 1 v -g , 11 g , s ,7- 2 1141 18 P E p, / In li Cr i , 41; i 1 I g5j r . . t.. ..! • lo 2 t ,..-,-3 1 3 -E a % I III a. zEg 2 a. IU 8 4t, ... 4 ) f I ..E8U % g Ili '682 ;: 8; crk g 12 8 il Vitittill to I I 1 ..„.,„ R ' AcFr ....,.2 otz s,,,,c7:i, el 1 ... 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EXHIBIT 1 -PALM BEACH COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT POLICIES Policy 1.1-a: Development Orders issued by the County and municipalities shall be consistent with the level of service standards of this Element and the Countywide Traffic Performance Standard Ordinance Roadway capacity shall be provided to accommodate development-related impacts at the adopted Level of Service (LOS) standard, except where otherwise Indicated In Optive 1.2 ot this Element or in other Goals, Obtectives, and Policies of the Palm Beach County Comprehensive Plan The implementing ordinance may effect a partial exercise in municipalities by the authority established by Section 1.3(4) of the Palm Beach County Charter Policy 1.1-b: No development order shalt be issued by the County ix a mumcipakty for any project that adds traffic to a thoroughfare network street or intersection as defined herein and in the Unified Land Development Code(ULDC)Traffic Performance Standard that causes a LOS in Test Oine or Test Two to deteriorate below adopted standards. Traffic shall be measured by application of Test One and Test Two as described below and set forth with greater specificity in the ULDC. Exceptions are limited to those Specific Exceptions as provided for in this Element 1 Test One shall analyze the projected levels of service on the intersections and links of the Thoroughfare network as defined in the ULDC. The analysis shall consist of two components:Test One Part One-Intersection Analysis and Test One Part Two-Link Analysis a Test One Part One shall utilize the peak season: peak hour turning movement volumes at Malnr intersex Nino rirtfinPrt in the t It fC. The intercertirsns muist satisfy the I OS F) thresholds using the 1985 Highway Capacity Manual-Planning Methodology (also known as the Critical Movement Analysis, CMA). In addition to performing this analysis, subsequent analysis may be performed to show compliance using the most current Highway Capacity Manual Intersection Operational Analysis b. Test One Part Two shall utilize the peak season,peak hour, peak direction traffic volumes on links within or beyond the Radius of Development Influence(ROI)where the project has a significant impact as defined in the ULDC. 1) The total protect traffic volumes on links shall not exceed the applicable LOS D peak hour, peak direction service volumes as identified in Table TE la of this Element. The applicable facility class for each link shall be determined on the basis of the number of traffic signals per mile anticipated by the County Engineer to be in place by the buildout time frame of the proposed project being evaluated. Additionally, for all links where the total traffic peak hour directional volumes exceed the applicable service volume in Table TE to and for ail links where the uninterrupted flow service volume has been utilized, the Mayor Intersections on each end ot me MK snail meet LOS U Intersection I hresholds as identified in t able TE 1b 2) If the fink fails the analysis under 1), then a more detailed analysis using the HCM Arterial Analysis Operational methodology can be done provided the following conditions are met a) the Major Intersections at each end of the link meet the LOS 0 intersection Thresholds in Table TE lb, and b) the buildout period is five years or fewer, and c) the traffic signals projected to be in place on the link during the Butkiout period of the Traffic Impact Study are less than or equal to 2 miles apart Attachment Pg 1 If the more detailed analysis is done and the link meets the LOS D Speed Thresholds in Table TE ic, then the project passes Part Two of Test One. If the conditions to permit the more detailed analysis are not met or the link does not meet the LOS Speed Thresholds in Table TE lc,then the protect fails Part Two of Test One. 2 Test 2-Five Year Analysis. No protect shall be approved for development by the County or a municipality unless it can be shown that the traffic impact of the proposed development meets the requirements of Test 2 as described in greater detail in the ULDC. A Test 2 anatysTs will address as traffic antctpateo to be in place at the end of the iitth year of the Florida Department of Transportation Five-Year Transportation Improvement program ,n effect at the time of traffic analysis submittal, LOS E, provided for in Tables 2a through 2c shalt be employed in application of Test 2 as set forth in greater detail in the ULDC 3 The level of Service D thresholds for Test One, Parts One and Two are shown in Tables TE-1a through TE-ic 4 The Level of Service E thresholds for Test Two are shown in Tables TE-2a through TE-2c Puddcy 1.3-i. T7te Cuuitly will rtrariiII ul guilders mild programa whixii eiisuie that the overall transportation system meets the County's level of service criteria in order to provide viable alternatives to the Florida Intrastate Highway System & the Strategic Intermodal System, and to protect their interregional and intrastate functions Policy 1.12-b: New development shall be assessed an appropriate impact fee to help provide funding for roadway improvements to serve the development. Policy 1.12-d: The Five Year Road improvement Program shall be consistent with the 1990 Countywide Traffic Performance Standards Ordinance and serve as input to the Capital Improvement Elements Five Veer Road Improvement Schedule Policy 1.13-a: The County shall utilize intergovernmental programs identified in the Intergovernmental Coordination Element, such as the Intergovernmental Ptan Amendment Review Committee (IPARC), to implement the Goal, Objectives, and Policies of the County's Transportation Element Policy 1.13-d: To ensure the availability of adequate transportation faaiities, the County's transportation system shall be coordinated with local comprehensive plans to reflect the demand created by anticipated development. Polley 1.13-e: The Palm Poach County Planning Diviinon and Engineering D.pertmont shall ostabt-sh a coordinated review process that will ensure that the Palm Beach County Six Year Road Improvement Schedule is consistent with Goats, Objectives and Policies of the Comprehensive Plan Policy 1.131: The County shall continue to work with jurisdictions in adjacent counties and municipalities within Palm Beach County to coordinate tvansportation related issues, such as 1) the locations and dimensions of thoroughfare rights-of-way and to address nx.tlb-lurisdictionat traffic impacts to assure maintenance of acceptable Level of Service on the traffic circulation network. 2) the future transit needs and delivery services, and 3) the provisions and operations of non-vehicular modes as they relate to intercounty travel CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ELEMENT POLICY Policy 1.6.4.3: Fair-Share Road Impact Fees, pursuant to Ordinance 89-19, shall continue to be assessed to residential and non-rest denttal development Countywide. for County roads M._._..,,...___.__...._.._-.�_..._..._-_._. .._,..r......,...a.,�....,...._...v...�..._.. ______..._ _..._ Attacnrrtent Pg 2 r ADJUST FONT SIZE:+ — Reset 1=1 `Call Us *Visit Us 0 Questions&Comments —Q e''"�re° DOROTHYJACKS Home Data- Exemptions- Departments• Forms• About• 1�`. 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