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Minutes 03-03-2026 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, March 3, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. Present: Mayor Rebecca Shelton Daniel Dugger City Manager Vice Mayor Woodrow L. Hay Andrew Mack, Deputy City Manager Commissioner Angela Cruz Shawna Lamb, City Attorney Commissioner Thomas Turkin Tammy Stanzione, Interim City Clerk Commissioner Aimee Kelley 1 . Openings A. Call to Order - Mayor Rebecca Shelton Mayor Shelton called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M. Roll Call Interim City Clerk Tammy Stanzione called the roll. Invocation by Pastor Bob Bender, Christ Fellowship Church. Pastor Bender provided the Invocation. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Commissioner Angela Cruz. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Cruz. Agenda Approval: 1 . Additions, Deletions, Corrections Commissioner Turkin requested that a discussion regarding the Police Department, including budgeting, organization, and public safety concerns, be added after Public Audience. Vice Mayor Hay requested that a proclamation for Women's History Month be added as Item 2B. 2. Adoption Motion: Vice Mayor Hay moved to approve the agenda, as amended. Commissioner Kelley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 2. Other City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL March 3, 2026 A. Information Items by members of the City Commission. Vice Mayor Hay reported that he attended the Mayor's Breakfast in West Palm Beach, where he participated on a panel representing the City. He also shared that he attended the Firemen's Award Ceremony and the monthly community meeting at the Carolyn Sims Center. B. Women's History Month Proclamation Vice Mayor Hay recognized Women's History Month and spoke about the contributions that women have made nationally and within Boynton Beach through leadership in government, business, education, public safety, nonprofit service, faith communities, and neighborhood advocacy. Vice Mayor Hay then read the proclamation into the record proclaiming March 2026 as Women's History Month in the City of Boynton Beach. Following the proclamation, Mayor Shelton thanked Vice Mayor Hay for the recognition and reflected on the significance of serving alongside Commissioner Cruz and Commissioner Kelley. 3. Announcements. Community and Special Events And Presentations A. City Announcements. • Tuesday, March 10, 2026- Election Day for three Referendum Questions, for the entire City of Boynton Beach. Residents are to vote at their precincts. Interim City Clerk Stanzione announced that the City Election would be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, from 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. She explained that although the candidates ran unopposed, voters would cast ballots on three referendum questions. Deputy City Clerk Stanzione directed residents to the City's website and the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections for additional information regarding voter registration status, polling locations, and eligibility. 4. Public Audience Jerry Taylor, 2382 Congress Boulevard, thanked Vice Mayor Hay for service to the City and said that Vice Mayor Hay consistently kept the interests of District 2 and the City in mind. Mr. Taylor wished Vice Mayor Hay well. Trey Heldorfer, a resident of Southwest 2nd Avenue, spoke about robberies, shootings, and ongoing safety concerns in the Forest Park neighborhood. Mr. Heldorfer asked for measurable plans, goals, and timelines to address crime, code enforcement, and neighborhood conditions. Cindy Falco DiCorrado expressed concern that the area near City Hall felt increasingly unsafe due to frequent police activity. Ms. Falco DiCorrado also said that the east side entry City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL March 3, 2026 should reflect a more distinctive and attractive character for Boynton Beach and raised concerns regarding nearby lighting and construction impacts. Michael Corcoran spoke regarding the proposed e-bike ordinance and said that he rides an e-bike and scooter on sidewalks because the roads feel unsafe. He asked the City Commission to reconsider any prohibition against sidewalk riding. David Katz read from a news article regarding the federal court ruling in favor of the City in litigation filed by former Human Resources Director Tennille DeCoste. Mr. Katz expressed hope that the City would seek attorneys' fees. Robert Breen addressed recent crime in the neighborhood and described repeated break- in attempts and fear among residents. He asked what steps would be taken to protect residents as development continues and said that the Police Department should have the resources necessary to respond effectively. Charles Hunt argued that the City should not prohibit residents from parking in their yards. Liz White and Kim Rogers, speaking on behalf of Save Los Mangos, said that their community supported the upcoming charter referendum language regarding health, welfare, safety, and responsive government. They also raised concerns regarding the February 4 groundbreaking event near Los Mangos and requested a meeting with the City Commission. Mack McCray commented on the concerns voiced by Forest Park residents and said that Police Department leadership should be present when residents raise public safety issues. There were no online public comments. Mayor Shelton closed Public Audience. Discussion Added by Commissioner Turkin - Police Department Administrative Review Commissioner Turkin said that the public comments regarding crime in Forest Park were troubling and warranted a serious response. He requested a comprehensive administrative review of the Police Department to determine whether visible patrol presence could be increased and whether staffing and resources were being used as effectively as possible. Commissioner Turkin clarified that the request was not intended as criticism of patrol officers, but reflected concerns regarding patrol activity, command structure, compensation, and overall public safety outcomes. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL March 3, 2026 Mayor Shelton agreed that the discussion was necessary and said that residents have raised safety concerns for years. She noted reports of suspicious activity and questioned whether patrols were occurring at the most effective times. Vice Mayor Hay agreed that increased patrolling would be beneficial and said that the City should work collaboratively with residents and staff to identify practical ways to improve service and public trust. Mayor Shelton also expressed concern regarding response times in Forest Park. Commissioner Kelley supported the review and said that crime is a citywide issue. She noted that officers must have adequate support, staffing, and recovery time for operations to be effective. Commissioner Cruz said that the City Commission had invested heavily in public safety and that residents deserve to see results. She supported reviewing whether staffing or organizational changes could place more officers in the field. City Manager Dugger acknowledged the concerns raised by residents, apologized to the affected residents, and said that he would meet with public safety staff and administration and return with recommendations for visible and meaningful improvements in the community. 5. Administrative A. Advisory Board Appointments (Senior Advisory Board Appointment by Commissioner Cruz tabled at the February 17, 2026, Commission Meeting) City Commission to reappoint and appoint eligible members of the community to serve in vacant positions on City Advisory Boards. Motion: Commissioner Cruz moved to remove the item from the table. Vice Mayor Hay seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Motion: Commissioner Cruz moved to appoint William Perkins as a regular member of the Senior Advisory Board. Vice Mayor Hay seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Mayor Shelton encouraged residents to apply for vacancies on the Art Advisory Board, Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals, Education and Youth Advisory Board, Historic Resources Preservation Board, Library Advisory Board, and Senior Advisory Board. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL March 3, 2026 6. Consent Agenda A. Commission Meeting Minutes. Approve minutes from the February 3, 2026 City Commission Meeting. Motion: Commissioner Turkin moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Vice Mayor Hay seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. 7. Consent Bids and Purchases A. Proposed Resolution No. R26-031- Approve Amendment No. 1 to Task Order No. GESUT-3C-03-25 with Carollo Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $100,000 for a new total amount of $500,000 for professional engineering services required for the Wastewater and Potable Water Models Update and Calibration Project. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-031. B. Proposed Resolution No. R26-032- Approving a Piggyback Agreement between the City and Herc Rentals, Inc. for Rental Equipment, Products, and Related Services in an amount not to exceed $150,000 per year. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-032. C. Proposed Resolution No. R26-033- Approve increasing the annual expenditure of the Advanced Metering Infrastructure Agreement between the City and Sensus USA, Inc. for meter replacement, parts, and services to $4,000,000 per year, and approve the second amendment to the agreement, in form and substance approved by the Utilities director and the City Attorney's office. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-033. D. Proposed Resolution No. R26-034- Ratifying the approval of Change Order No. 2 and No. 3 to the Professional Service Agreement with Koa Hills Consulting LLC, and approving the expenditure increase in an amount not to exceed $275,000, for data cleansing and validation services, and authorizing the City Manager to execute all future necessary documents. Deputy City Manager Mack requested to table Item 7D to March 23, 2026. Motion: Commissioner Kelley moved to table Item 7D to March 23, 2026. Commissioner Cruz seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Motion: City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL March 3, 2026 Commissioner Kelley moved to approve the remainder of the Consent Bids and Purchases. Vice Mayor Hay seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. 8. Public Hearing A. Proposed Ordinance No. 26-004- Second Reading, An Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, Amending Chapter 2, Article I, Section 2 "Types of Land Development Applications;" and Chapter 2, Article II, Section 4.B "Community Design Appeal" to add an administrative approval process; providing for codification; conflicts; severability; and an effective date. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Ordinance No. 26-004, at second reading. B. Proposed Ordinance No. 26-006- First Reading-Approve the Sara Sims Memorial Cemetery Future Land Use Map Amendment request from MeDR (Medium Density Residential) to PPG' (Public & Private Government/Institutional) consisting of approximately 0.94 acres, located at 201 Northwest 9th Court. Applicant: City of Boynton Beach. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Ordinance No. 26-006, at first reading. C. Proposed Ordinance No. 26-007- First Reading - Approve the Sara Sims Memorial Cemetery rezoning request from R2 (Single- and Two- Family Residential) to PU (Public Usage District) consisting of approximately 0.94 acres, located at 201 Northwest 9th Court. Applicant: City of Boynton Beach. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Ordinance No. 26-007, at first reading. D. Approve request for a Variance from Part III, Chapter 4, Article II, Section 4.B.3.c.(2) Table 4-4 "Urban Landscape Buffer" to remove the requirement of a 6- foot concrete wall within a required buffer, on a property located at 201 Northwest 9th Court, in a PU (Public Utility) zoning district. Applicant: City of Boynton Beach. Staff recommends that the approval be tabled until the second reading of the companion Sara Sims Memorial Cemetery Future Land Use Map Amendment and Rezoning Ordinance. E. Approve request for a Major Site Plan Modification (MSPM 2025.10.6783) to the Sara Sims Memorial Cemetery project to allow for the proposed cemetery expansion and site improvements, on a 2.76-acre parcel, located at 201 Northwest 9th Court, in the PU (Public Usage) zoning district. Applicant: City of Boynton Beach. Staff recommends that the decision be tabled until the second reading of the companion Sara Sims Memorial Cemetery Future Land Use Map Amendment and Rezoning Ordinance. F. Proposed Ordinance No. 26-001- First Reading, An Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, Voluntarily Annexing Approximately 0.91 Acres of Unincorporated Territory Into the Corporate Limits of the City Pursuant to Section 171.044, Florida Statutes; Providing for the Annexation of the Property Described Herein; Providing Publication of Notice of City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL March 3, 2026 the Proposed Annexation; Directing the City Clerk to Record this Ordinance with the Clerk of the Circuit Court, with the Chief Administrative Officer of Palm Beach County, and with the Department of State; Providing a Business Impact Estimate; Providing for Codification; Conflicts; Severability; and an Effective Date. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Ordinance No. 26-001, at first reading. G. Proposed Ordinance No. 26-008- First Reading- An Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, amending Ordinance No. 89- 38 by amending the Future Land Use Map of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, for an approximately 0.91-acre parcel of real property generally located at 3045 North Federal Highway, by changing the future land use classification from Palm Beach County Future Land Use designation of Commercial High with an underlying MR-5 (CH/5) to Special High Density Residential (SHDR); declaring the proposed amendment to the future land use map to be consistent with all other elements of the comprehensive plan of the City; providing for severability, conflicts, and providing for an effective date. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Ordinance No. 26-008, at first reading. H. Proposed Ordinance No. 26-009- First Reading- An Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, amending Ordinance No. 02- 013 to rezone an approximately 0.91 acre parcel of real property located at 3045 North Federal Highway, from Palm Beach County's General Commercial District (GC)to City of Boynton Beach's Infill Planned Unit Development(IPUD); declaring the proposed amendment to be consistent with the comprehensive plan of the City; providing for severability, conflicts, and providing for an effective date. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Ordinance No. 26-009, at first reading. I. Approve request for a New Major Master Plan for The Hammocks at Boynton Beach project to allow for the construction of two (2) duplexes and one (1) 6-plex, outdoor kitchen, pool, cabana, and other site improvements, on a 0.91 acre parcel, located at 3045 North Federal Highway, in the IPUD (Infill Planned Unit Development) zoning district. Applicant: Thomas D. Laudani. Staff recommends that the decision be tabled for the second reading of the companion The Hammocks at Boynton Beach Annexation, Future Land Use Map Amendment, and Rezoning Ordinance. J. Approve request for a New Major Site Plan for The Hammocks at Boynton Beach project to allow for the construction of two (2)duplexes and one(1)6-plex, outdoor kitchen, pool, cabana, and other site improvements, on a 0.91 acre parcel, located at 3045 North Federal Highway, in the IPUD (Infill Planned Unit Development) zoning district. Applicant: Thomas D. Laudani. Staff recommends that the decision be tabled for the second reading of the companion The Hammocks at Boynton Beach Annexation, Future Land Use Map Amendment, and Rezoning Ordinance. Mayor Shelton noted that staff requested Items D, E, I, and J be tabled. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL March 3, 2026 Motion: Commissioner Kelley moved to table Items D, E, I, and J be tabled. Commissioner Turkin seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. A. Proposed Ordinance No. 26-004- Second Reading, An Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, Amending Chapter 2, Article I, Section 2 "Types of Land Development Applications;" and Chapter 2, Article II, Section 4.B "Community Design Appeal" to add an administrative approval process; providing for codification; conflicts; severability; and an effective date. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Ordinance No. 26-004, at second reading. Interim City Clerk Stanzione read the ordinance title into the record. Staff confirmed there were no changes. Mayor Shelton opened public comment. No one came forth to speak. No virtual comments. Mayor Shelton closed public comment. Motion: Vice Mayor Hay moved to approve Ordinance No. 26-004 on second reading. Commissioner Kelley seconded the motion. In a roll call vote, the motion passed 4-1, with Commissioner Cruz dissenting. B. Proposed Ordinance No. 26-006- First Reading-Approve the Sara Sims Memorial Cemetery Future Land Use Map Amendment request from MeDR (Medium Density Residential) to PPG' (Public & Private Government/Institutional) consisting of approximately 0.94 acres, located at 201 Northwest 9th Court. Applicant: City of Boynton Beach. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Ordinance No. 26-006, at first reading. C. Proposed Ordinance No. 26-007- First Reading - Approve the Sara Sims Memorial Cemetery rezoning request from R2 (Single- and Two- Family Residential) to PU (Public Usage District) consisting of approximately 0.94 acres, located at 201 Northwest 9th Court. Applicant: City of Boynton Beach. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Ordinance No. 26-007, at first reading. Mayor Shelton stated that Items B & C were quasi-judicial and would be presented together. Interim City Clerk Stanzione swore those in intending to speak on the Items B & C and read the ordinance titles into the record. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL March 3, 2026 City Attorney Lamb asked for Items D & E to also be read into the record even though they were tabled and no voting on those items would occur. She also asked for City Commission disclosures on Item C. D. Approve request for a Variance from Part III, Chapter 4, Article II, Section 4.B.3.c.(2) Table 4-4 "Urban Landscape Buffer" to remove the requirement of a 6-foot concrete wall within a required buffer, on a property located at 201 Northwest 9th Court, in a PU (Public Utility) zoning district. Applicant: City of Boynton Beach. Staff recommends that the approval be tabled until the second reading of the companion Sara Sims Memorial Cemetery Future Land Use Map Amendment and Rezoning Ordinance. E. Approve request for a Major Site Plan Modification (MSPM 2025.10.6783) to the Sara Sims Memorial Cemetery project to allow for the proposed cemetery expansion and site improvements, on a 2.76-acre parcel, located at 201 Northwest 9th Court, in the PU (Public Usage) zoning district. Applicant: City of Boynton Beach. Staff recommends that the decision be tabled until the second reading of the companion Sara Sims Memorial Cemetery Future Land Use Map Amendment and Rezoning Ordinance. Interim City Clerk Stanzione read the ordinance titles of Items D & E into the record. Commissioner Turkin said regarding Item 8C that had no disclosures. Commissioner Kelley said regarding Item 8C that she had not had any ex-parte communication, had not received written communication, had not conducted an investigation, had not made a site visit, and had not received expert opinions. She requested that these disclosures and all written communications be made a part of the record. Commissioner Cruz said regarding Item 8C that she had not had any ex-parte communication, had not received written communication, had not conducted an investigation, had not made a site visit, and had not received expert opinions. She requested that these disclosures and all written communications be made a part of the record. Vice Mayor Hay said regarding Item 8C that he had not had any ex-parte communication, had not received written communication, had not conducted an investigation, had not made a site visit, and had not received expert opinions. He requested that these disclosures and all written communications be made a part of the record. Mayor Shelton said regarding Item 8C that she had not had any ex-parte communication, had not received written communication, had not conducted an investigation, had not made City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL March 3, 2026 a site visit, and had not received expert opinions. She requested that these disclosures and all written communications be made a part of the record. Public Works Director Kevin Ramsey presented the following: A Place of Memory & Community; Cemetery Site; Renovation & Expansion Plan; and Sara Sims Cemetery—Site Map. Vice Mayor Hay asked how long the expansion would last and what future locations were being considered. Mr. Ramsey said that staff was evaluating additional options, including Barton Park, which could include up to 800 more plots. Principal Planner Gabe Sevigny then reviewed the following: Location Map; Proposed Amendments FLUM and Rezoning; Future Land Use Map; Rezoning Map; Variance Request; Major Site Plan Modification; and Recommendation. Commissioner Turkin thanked Planning and Zoning for their hard work. Mayor Shelton opened public comment. Mack McCray Mr. asked for clarification regarding the number of available plots and whether the total cemetery capacity would be approximately 1,700 plots after the expansion. Mr. McCray said that the City appeared to be in good shape for the near term, but urged continued planning for additional cemetery space before capacity becomes limited. Mayor Shelton closed public comment. Motion: Vice Mayor Hay moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 26-006 on First Reading. Vice Commissioner Turkin seconded the motion. In a roll call vote, the motion passed unanimously. Motion: Commissioner Turkin moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 26-007 on First Reading. Vice Mayor Hay seconded the motion. In a roll call vote, the motion passed unanimously. F. Proposed Ordinance No. 26-001- First Reading, An Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, Voluntarily Annexing Approximately 0.91 Acres of Unincorporated Territory Into the Corporate Limits of the City Pursuant to Section 171.044, Florida Statutes; Providing for the Annexation of the Property Described Herein; Providing Publication of Notice of the Proposed Annexation; Directing the City Clerk to Record this Ordinance with the Clerk of the Circuit Court, with the Chief Administrative Officer of Palm Beach County, and with the Department of State; Providing a Business Impact Estimate; Providing for Codification; Conflicts; Severability; and an Effective Date. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL March 3, 2026 Staff recommends approval of Proposed Ordinance No. 26-001, at first reading. G. Proposed Ordinance No. 26-008- First Reading- An Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, amending Ordinance No. 89- 38 by amending the Future Land Use Map of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, for an approximately 0.91-acre parcel of real property generally located at 3045 North Federal Highway, by changing the future land use classification from Palm Beach County Future Land Use designation of Commercial High with an underlying MR-5 (CH/5) to Special High Density Residential (SHDR); declaring the proposed amendment to the future land use map to be consistent with all other elements of the comprehensive plan of the City; providing for severability, conflicts, and providing for an effective date. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Ordinance No. 26-008, at first reading. H. Proposed Ordinance No. 26-009- First Reading- An Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, amending Ordinance No. 02- 013 to rezone an approximately 0.91 acre parcel of real property located at 3045 North Federal Highway, from Palm Beach County's General Commercial District (GC)to City of Boynton Beach's Infill Planned Unit Development(IPUD); declaring the proposed amendment to be consistent with the comprehensive plan of the City; providing for severability, conflicts, and providing for an effective date. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Ordinance No. 26-009, at first reading. I. Approve request for a New Major Master Plan for The Hammocks at Boynton Beach project to allow for the construction of two (2) duplexes and one (1) 6-plex, outdoor kitchen, pool, cabana, and other site improvements, on a 0.91 acre parcel, located at 3045 North Federal Highway, in the IPUD (Infill Planned Unit Development) zoning district. Applicant: Thomas D. Laudani. Staff recommends that the decision be tabled for the second reading of the companion The Hammocks at Boynton Beach Annexation, Future Land Use Map Amendment, and Rezoning Ordinance. J. Approve request for a New Major Site Plan for The Hammocks at Boynton Beach project to allow for the construction of two (2)duplexes and one (1)6-plex, outdoor kitchen, pool, cabana, and other site improvements, on a 0.91 acre parcel, located at 3045 North Federal Highway, in the IPUD (Infill Planned Unit Development) zoning district. Applicant: Thomas D. Laudani. Staff recommends that the decision be tabled for the second reading of the companion The Hammocks at Boynton Beach Annexation, Future Land Use Map Amendment, and Rezoning Ordinance. Interim City Clerk Stanzione read the ordinance titles of Items F, G, H, I, and J into the record. City Attorney Lamb asked for disclosures for Item 8H. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL March 3, 2026 Commissioner Cruz said regarding Item 8H that she had not had any ex-parte communication, had not received written communication, had not conducted an investigation, had not made a site visit, and had not received expert opinions. She requested that these disclosures and all written communications be made a part of the record. Vice Mayor Hay said regarding Item 8H that he had not had any ex-parte communication, had not received written communication, had not conducted an investigation, had not made a site visit, and had not received expert opinions. He requested that these disclosures and all written communications be made a part of the record. Commissioner Turkin stated that he had no disclosures. Commissioner Kelley said regarding Item 8H that she had not had any ex-parte communication, had not received written communication, had not conducted an investigation, had not made a site visit, and had not received expert opinions. She requested that these disclosures and all written communications be made a part of the record. Mayor Shelton said regarding Item 8H that she had not had any ex-parte communication, had not received written communication, had not conducted an investigation, had not made a site visit, and had not received expert opinions. She requested that these disclosures and all written communications be made a part of the record. Interim City Clerk Stanzione swore in those intending to speak on the Item 8H. Mr. Jeff Costello, JC Planning Solutions, on behalf of the applicant, presented the following: The Hammock of Boynton Beach; Site Plan; Renderings; Future Land Use Map Amendment; Rezoning; and Criteria for Future Land Use Map Amendment and Rezone. Commissioner Cruz asked if there were fee-simple and Mr. Costello affirmed. Staff noted their presentation was similar to the applicant's presentation. Commissioner Turkin said that Commissioner Cruz had previously raised concerns regarding the rezoning and asked staff to clarify for the record that the request would not create the potential for an assemblage or allow a different type of project. Development Director Amanda Radigan clarified that the property was being rezoned to IPUD, a residential zoning district, which would not allow a hotel use. She also explained that the property had different ownership from the Josie's site, was separated by another parcel, and was consistent with the adjacent residential IPUD zoning to the north. Mayor Shelton opened public comment. No one came forth to speak. No virtual comment. Mayor Shelton closed public comment. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL March 3, 2026 Motion: Commissioner Turkin moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 26-001 on first reading. Commissioner Cruz seconded the motion. In a roll call vote, the motion passed unanimously. Motion: Commissioner Kelley moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 26-008 on first reading. Commissioner Turkin seconded the motion. In a roll call vote, the motion passed unanimously. Motion: Vice Mayor Hay moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 26-009 on first reading. Commissioner Cruz seconded the motion. In a roll call vote, the motion passed unanimously. 9. City Manager's Report There was no City Manager's Report. 10. Regular Agenda A. Update on combining City properties together to create senior affordable housing. Requested by Vice Mayor Hay. Deputy City Manager Mack presented the following: Project Overview; Property Portfolio; Development Program; Strategic Advantages; Developer Engagement; Financial Framework; Recommended Next Steps; and Questions. Vice Mayor Hay thanked staff for bringing the item forward and said that he hoped the project would continue to move ahead. Mayor Shelton said that the concept would provide an important benefit for senior residents. Commissioner Kelley also expressed support and said that it was encouraging to see the project progressing. 11 . Future Agenda Items A. Quarterly joint City/CRA coordination meeting - April 14, 2026, prior to the regular CRA Meeting. Requested by City Commission and CRA Board. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL March 3, 2026 B. Discussion regarding creating a beautification board. - TBD Requested by Commissioner Turkin. C. Discussion in regards to an additional area that might be available as a future cemetery.- TBD Requested by Vice Mayor Hay. D. Discussion on the formation of a Task Force for updates to the Land Development Regulations. -TBD Requested by Commissioner Turkin. E. Discussion regarding property taxes, at a macro level. - TBD Requested by Commissioner Turkin. F. Discussion regarding Little Free Libraries and Little Free Pantries on private property.- This item was tabled at the January 20, 2026 City Commission Meeting. - TBD Discussion and seek City Commission direction regarding Little Free Libraries and Little Free Pantries on private property. 12. Adjournment Vice Mayor Hay reflected on more than 30 years of service to the City through the City Commission, Planning and Development Board, and Housing Authority, and said that it had been a pleasure to serve. Vice Mayor Hay added that he would remain involved and continue offering input to the City in the future. Motion: Commissioner Turkin moved to adjourn. Commissioner Kelley seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. With no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 7:35 P.M. CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH ATTEST: p`I NT ON 6,AN e.c Tammy Stan one, CMC v;°fp o k ••• ..*t . 1-4 • Interim City Clerk , • i v: R �RppOE�• #fe :�N 192 •: •• ,1�`. •••FLOC1w—