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Minutes 04-07-2026 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, April 7, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. Present: Mayor Rebecca Shelton Daniel Dugger City Manager Vice Mayor Woodrow L. Hay Shawna Lamb, City Attorney Commissioner Angela Cruz Tammy Stanzione, Interim City Clerk Commissioner Thomas Turkin 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 Vice Mayor Thomas Turkin. Vice Mayor Turkin provided the Invocation. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Mayor Rebecca Shelton. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Shelton. Commissioner Cruz arrived at approximately 6:03 PM. Agenda Approval: 1. Additions, Deletions, Corrections Commissioner McCray requested to pull Item 7C from Consent Bids and Purchases. 2. Adoption Motion: Commissioner Kelley moved to approve the agenda, as amended. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. 2. Other City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 7, 2026 A. Information Items by members of the City Commission. Commissioner Kelley stated that she attended the Parks and Recreation Easter egg hunt held at Ezell Hester Jr. Community Park and said that the event was a great success. Commissioner Kelley thanked Parks and Recreation and City staff for their work and stated that it had been a beautiful day and a well-run event. Commissioner McCray stated that he met with Jonathan Carlick of Global One Investment Group regarding property across from Boynton Bible Church of God and said that the meeting had been informative. Commissioner McCray also stated that he met with three representatives from INCA regarding community concerns and said that he provided their list of requests to Deputy City Manager Mack. Commissioner McCray thanked Reverend Wade Whiteley, Reverend Dames, City Manager Dugger, Police Chief DiGiulio, MPO representatives, and County Commissioner Bobby Powell for participating in the recent community meeting at the Carolyn Sims Center and invited residents to attend the meetings held on the last Monday of each month. 3. Announcements, Community and Special Events And Presentations A. City Announcements • Taste of Boynton - Saturday, April 18th at 5:00 PM, at Centennial Park Division Director of Events Amanda Onoda announced the third annual Taste of Boynton Food and Wine Festival would be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 5:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. at Centennial Park and Amphitheater. Ms. Onoda stated that the 21-and-over ticketed event would feature tastings from 24 local restaurants, drinks, entertainment, and other activities, and encouraged residents to visit the City website for tickets, parking, and shuttle information. B. Legislative Update by Senator Lori Berman and Representative Robert Long Senator Lori Berman reported on the 2026 legislative session and stated that the Legislature had recessed without adopting a state budget and would return on April 20, 2026, for a special session on congressional redistricting. Senator Berman stated that the Senate and House budget proposals were close in amount and expressed hope that agreement could still be reached. Senator Berman explained that Boynton Beach projects for water distribution improvements and sewer collection improvements for Bent Tree and Lime Tree were included in the budget. Senator Berman then discussed several state preemption bills and stated that she remained opposed to measures that reduced municipal home rule authority. Senator Berman explained that bills had been considered involving gas-powered leaf blowers, greenhouse gas policies, DEI programming, utility service agreements, and sovereign immunity caps, and said that some could create additional financial impacts for cities. Representative Robert Long introduced himself and stated that it was an honor to represent Boynton Beach. He discussed House Bill 803 and stated that the bill would restrict the use of permitting revenues for capital improvement projects. Representative Long also City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 7, 2026 addressed state preemption trends and stated that the DEI bill had been especially concerning because of its unclear scope and possible impact on local cultural events. Representative Long further reported on the Joe Casello Act, which was passed unanimously and signed by Governor DeSantis, and noted that the law would phase out PFAS-containing firefighting foam used in training. Commissioner McCray asked whether Florida would lose or gain a congressional seat through redistricting. Senator Berman stated that no maps had been released and that legislators had not received information on any proposed changes. Senator Berman and Representative Long then discussed the property tax issue. Senator Berman stated that any property tax change would require a constitutional amendment and voter approval and warned that reducing ad valorem revenue could affect local services. Commissioner McCray also commented that reducing property taxes would require shifting the cost of local services elsewhere. Representative Long stated that the House proposal would effectively phase out property taxes without a clear replacement plan and said that many residents appeared skeptical of the idea. Commissioner Kelley thanked Senator Berman for legislative work related to dating violence and domestic violence and stated that those protections were important. Commissioner Kelley also asked Representative Long about the timeline and cost implications of phasing out PFAS-containing firefighting foam. Representative Long stated that the bill provided a lengthy phase-out period and included disposal language to avoid additional contamination. Commissioner Kelley stated that the City was already working to stay current with those changes. C. Proclamation on Fraud in the Community Mike Caruso, Palm Beach County Clerk of Court and Comptroller, provided a presentation regarding fraud affecting residents. Mr. Caruso stated that one of his priorities was protecting residents from deed fraud, guardianship abuse, and other scams. Mr. Caruso stated that more than 90 percent of scams go unreported because victims are embarrassed and explained that Florida ranked first in the nation for scams. Mr. Caruso described the traffic ticket scam and jury duty scam and stated that any caller seeking money over the phone while claiming to represent the Clerk's Office or law enforcement should be assumed to be fraudulent. Mr. Caruso stated that the Clerk's Office City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 7, 2026 would never call to collect money on a traffic ticket and said that law enforcement would not call in advance if a warrant existed. Mr. Caruso also discussed deed fraud and stated that fraudulent quitclaim deeds were being filed to steal homes. He explained that scam activity involving homes had risen sharply in Palm Beach County and stated that residents could sign up for Property Fraud Alert through the Clerk's website to receive notification when documents were filed against their property. Mr. Caruso stated that residents over age 65 who owned their homes free and clear and had a different mailing address than property address were among the highest-risk targets. Commissioner McCray asked how much scam activity was Al-generated. Mr. Caruso stated that almost all of the phone-based scams were Al-generated or Al- assisted and also stated that Al was being used to identify high-risk property targets. Commissioner McCray asked whether information on Property Fraud Alert could be shared with constituents. Mr. Caruso provided his cell phone number for residents seeking the sign-up information and agreed that the materials should be distributed more broadly. Vice Mayor Turkin thanked Mr. Caruso for appearing before the City Commission and stated that Boynton Beach had a large vulnerable senior population. He said that the presentation was valuable and appreciated the work being done to protect residents. Mayor Shelton stated that staff confirmed the City would distribute information to Boynton Beach residents regarding Property Fraud Alert. Mr. Caruso confirmed that his office would also provide flyers showing how to register and explaining the issue. D. Proclamation - Child Abuse and Neglect Awareness Month Mayor Shelton read the proclamation into the record proclaiming April 2026 as Child Abuse and Neglect Awareness Month. The proclamation was accepted by Gerard McKinley, Outreach Coordinator for Bridges at Boynton Beach and Circles Palm Beach County, on behalf of Pathways to Prosperity. Mr. McKinley thanked the City for the recognition, highlighted the organization's work supporting children and families, encouraged prevention efforts, and thanked Angel Buchanan for ongoing advocacy. 4. Public Audience David Katz stated that he met with City Attorney Lamb regarding a 2018 ordinance attachment covering City advisory boards, specifically Section 215 A through H. Mr. Katz said that portions appeared to be covered by county law or inconsistent with constitutional City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 7, 2026 protections and requested a memorandum to the City Commission regarding possible removal of that section. Harry Woodworth thanked the City Commission for pulling the Flock surveillance item from the consent agenda and holding a public discussion. Mr. Woodworth asked when the item would return and whether any Flock-related work was ongoing. Mr. Woodworth stated that he was not opposed to technology but wanted more data, clearer controls, access information, and stronger safeguards before the City committed to the purchase. Susan Oyer urged the City Commission not to build at Pence Park and stated that deed restrictions prohibited such development. She warned that violating the restriction could jeopardize the property. Ms. Oyer also repeated concerns regarding the proposed Flock system, questioned selling water to Gulf Stream, and requested consistent rules regarding trees at the cemetery. Charles Hunt stated that homeowners and senior citizens were being harmed by City rules he believed exceeded constitutional limits. Mr. Hunt said that senior residents were under pressure and needed relief and urged the City Commission to do what was right for residents. Kwame Pettis, retired Command Sergeant Major, spoke on behalf of Monique Lewis and stated that removing an experienced emergency communications leader created organizational risk. Mr. Pettis stated that personnel decisions should be based on value and mission impact and said that Ms. Lewis had provided leadership and continuity over 28 years of service. Cindy Falco DiCorrado stated that recent code enforcement actions reflected government overreach into private property rights. She described a violation notice involving a temporary storage pod and stated that the notice had been sent to the wrong person. Ms. Falco DiCorrado also raised concerns regarding hazardous sidewalk conditions near City Hall. Tory Orr shared that the emergency call box at the park was not working and questioned why the Carolyn Sims Center and Ezell Hester facilities were not open on Saturdays. Mr. Orr stated that youth needed more constructive options and urged the City to make the centers more accessible. Monique Lewis, Division Director of Public Safety Communications for 9-1-1, stated that she was appearing before the City Commission for the final time as an employee. She reflected on decades of service to the City and questioned why her position had been eliminated despite 28 years of service and no performance issues. Ms. Lewis also questioned why a public safety director position had been created months earlier while restructuring and budget issues were cited as the reason for eliminating her position. Kathleen Hawkins thanked Monique Lewis for 28 years of service and again raised concerns regarding the lack of street lighting near Minor Road and Fifth Court. She stated City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 7, 2026 that safety issues had increased in the area and said that she had been referred between Boynton Beach, West Palm Beach, and FPL without resolution. Ms. Hawkins requested follow-up regarding the light. Carol Porter stated that guardianship abuse was a major concern for seniors and referenced cases she had seen discussed publicly. Ms. Porter also expressed concern regarding proposals to reduce property taxes and stated that those revenues funded essential City services. Renee Randall spoke in support of Monique Lewis and stated that Ms. Lewis had devoted her life to the City at the expense of family time. Ms. Randall urged the City Commission to assist Ms. Lewis and said that Ms. Lewis deserved better after so many years of service. There were no online public comments. Mayor Shelton closed Public Audience. City Attorney Lamb stated that she would prepare a memorandum regarding the ordinance referenced by Mr. Katz if directed to do so by the City Commission. There was consensus. 5. Administrative A. Proposed Resolution No. R26-048- Appoint a City Commission representative and alternate to the Coalition of Boynton West Residents Association (COBWRA). Commissioner McCray stated that he was willing to take those positions and asked which specific appointments were available. After discussion, Vice Mayor Turkin agreed to serve as the representative to COBWRA and Commissioner McCray agreed to serve as the alternate. Motion: Commissioner Kelley moved to appoint Vice Mayor Turkin as the representative and Commissioner McCray as the alternate to the Coalition of Boynton West Residents Association. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. B. Proposed Resolution No. R26-049- Appoint a City Commission representative and alternate to the Palm Beach Metropolitan Planning Organization. Commissioner Kelley stated that she had served on the MPO during the past year, had attended meetings and tours regularly, and would like to continue serving if it pleased the board. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 7, 2026 Commissioner Cruz then stated that she recently contacted MPO staff regarding lighting on Federal Highway and possible use of an existing TPA study to help reduce costs associated with the streetscape project. Commissioner Kelley said that she also discussed grant opportunities and cost-sharing possibilities involving FDOT, FPL, and the MPO. Mayor Shelton stated that the information should be shared with City Manager Dugger and staff for follow-up. Motion: Commissioner McCray moved to appoint a Commissioner Kelley as the representative and Vice Mayor Turkin as the alternate to the Palm Beach Metropolitan Planning Organization. Commissioner Kelley seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. C. Proposed Resolution No. R26-050- Appoint a City Commission representative and alternate to the Palm Beach County League of Cities. Vice Mayor Turkin stated that Commissioner Kelley would already be participating in League of Cities activities and said it made sense for Commissioner Kelley to serve as the representative. Commissioner McCray agreed to serve as the alternate. Motion: Vice Mayor Turkin moved to appoint Commissioner Kelley as the representative and Commissioner McCray as the alternate for the Palm Beach County League of Cities. Commissioner Cruz seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. D. Proposed Resolution No. R26-051- Appoint a City Commission representative and alternate to the Countywide Intergovernmental Coordination Program. Mayor Shelton stated that she would serve as the representative. Commissioner Cruz agreed to serve as the alternate. Motion: Vice Mayor Turkin moved to appoint Mayor Shelton as representative and Commissioner Cruz as alternate to the Countywide Intergovernmental Coordination Program. Commissioner Kelley seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. E. Advisory Board Appointments City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 7, 2026 Mayor Shelton stated that Anthony DeNardo was the only applicant for the Art Advisory Board and nominated Anthony DeNardo to serve as a regular member. Motion: Mayor Shelton moved to appoint Anthony DeNardo as a regular member of the Art Advisory Board. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously Motion: Vice Mayor Turkin moved to appoint Stephanie Colainni as a regular member of the Library Advisory Board. Commissioner Kelley seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Motion: Commissioner Kelley moved to appoint Lisa Cole Miller as a regular member of the Library Advisory Board. Commissioner Cruz seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Motion: Commissioner McCray moved to appoint Phyllis Pacilli as a regular member of the Recreation and Parks Board. Commissioner Cruz seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Motion: Vice Mayor Turkin moved to appoint Jasper Pastorius as a regular member of the Recreation and Parks Board. Commissioner Cruz seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Motion: Commissioner Kelley moved to appoint Alison Pandev as an alternate member of the Recreation and Parks Board. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. 6. Consent Agenda A. Proposed Resolution No. R26-052- Authorizing the Mayor to execute the Participation Documents and Release Related to the National Opioid Settlement with the Six Remnant Defendants. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 7, 2026 B. Proposed Resolution No. R26-053- Approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the Second Amendment to the Grant Agreement 10124 from the federally funded Community Development Block Grant Mitigation Program (CDBG-MIT) offered by the Florida Department of Commerce for the City of Boynton Beach's Fire Rescue Station No. 2 Project. C. Proposed Resolution No. R26-054- Approving Revised Exhibit A of the Interlocal Agreement between the City of Boynton Beach and the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) for Construction and Professional Services Funding for the Demolition of the Structure Located at 480 W. Boynton Beach Blvd. Proposed Resolution No. R26-055- Approving a Budget Amendment for fiscal year 2025-2026, amending the Capital Improvement Fund in the Amount of $33,248. Motion: Commissioner Kelley moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Commissioner Cruz seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. 7. Consent Bids and Purchases A. Proposed Resolution No. R26-056- Approving a Chemicals Purchase and Delivery Agreement between the City and Amaya Solutions, Inc., d/b/a American Water Chemicals, Inc., for Antiscalant and Corrosion Inhibitor in the amount of $175,628 annually. B. Proposed Resolution No. R26-057- Approve a Piggyback Agreement between the City of Boynton Beach and Juniper Landscaping of Florida, LLC for park landscaping services with an annual expenditure not to exceed $275,000. C. Proposed Resolution No. R26-058- Amend and modify the subscription services order form originally approved by the City Manager for $74,210 to add Smart Automated Testing Services from Kainos WorkSmart, Inc. in the amount of $298,980 for a three-year term, plus a contingency allowance of$40,000, bringing the new contract amount to $413,190, pursuant to the Sole Source Procurement Exemption. Commissioner McCray requested to pull Item 7C. Motion: Vice Mayor Turkin moved to approve the remainder of the Consent Bids and Purchases. Commissioner Cruz seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. C. Proposed Resolution No. R26-058- Amend and modify the subscription services order form originally approved by the City Manager for $74,210 to add Smart City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 7, 2026 Automated Testing Services from Kainos WorkSmart, Inc. in the amount of $298,980 for a three-year term, plus a contingency allowance of$40,000, bringing the new contract amount to $413,190, pursuant to the Sole Source Procurement Exemption. Commissioner McCray asked for Item 7C be further clarified. Staff explained why the cost had increased and described the added automated testing services and contract. Motion: Commissioner McCray moved to approve Proposed Resolution No. R26-058. Commissioner Kelley seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. 8. Public Hearing A. Proposed Ordinance No. 26-005- Second Reading, an Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, amending Ordinance No. 08- 007 by amending Policy 4.5.3 of the Comprehensive Plan's Conservation Element of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, to implement a payment in lieu option for conservation lands; providing a business impact statement; providing for severability, conflicts, and providing for an effective date. Interim City Clerk Stanzione read the ordinance title into the record. Principal Planner Gabe Sevigny stated that the item was a Comprehensive Plan text amendment and advised that the required state review had been completed with no objections. Mayor Shelton opened public comment. Susan Oyer, Boynton Beach, spoke in opposition to the ordinance and stated that the City did not have enough conservation land. Ms. Oyer stated that residents across Florida had been fighting to preserve remaining green space and argued that the amendment would make it easier for developers to avoid maintaining conservation areas. Ms. Oyer urged the City Commission to deny the ordinance. Mayor Shelton closed public comment. Commissioner Kelley asked staff to briefly explain the purpose of the amendment for the public. Mr. Sevigny stated that the current Comprehensive Plan required a set amount of environmentally sensitive area to remain on a site and did not provide an alternative process. Mr. Sevigny explained that the amendment would only allow a fee-in-lieu process City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 7, 2026 to be created through a future LDR amendment and would not reduce the City's overall requirement to preserve a minimum amount of environmentally sensitive land. Planning and Development Director Amanda Radigan added that the amendment would not change the overall acreage required to be preserved, but would create a funding source to support maintenance of other conservation areas. Motion: Vice Mayor Turkin moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 26-005 on second reading. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. In a roll call vote, the motion passed 4-1, with Commissioner Cruz dissenting. B. Proposed Ordinance No. 26-010- Second Reading, An Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, Amending Chapter 1, Article II "Definitions;" Chapter 1, Article VII, Section 2 "Director of Planning and Zoning;" Chapter 1, Article IX, Section 6 "Posting of Notice;" Chapter 2, Article I, Section 2 "Types of Land Development Applications;" Chapter 2, Article I, Section 3 "Review Process for Applications Requiring Public Hearings, Generally"; Chapter 2, Article II, Section 2 "Standard Applications", Chapter 2, Article II, Section 4 "Relief Applications"; Chapter 2, Article II, Section 7 "Other Applications"; Chapter 2, Article III, Section 4 "Right-of-Way Permit"; Chapter 3, Article I, Section 2 "Scope"; Chapter 4, Article IV, Section 5 "Community Design; Chapter 4, Article V, Section 2 "Standards"; and Chapter 4, Article IV, Section 4 "Standards"; of the Land Development Regulations to remove outdated Advisory Board references, modify off-street parking standards, and update certain feather banner procedural requirements; providing for codification; conflicts; severability; and an effective date. Interim City Clerk Stanzione read the ordinance title into the record. Principal Planner Gabe Sevigny stated that there were no updates since first reading and reminded the City Commission that the ordinance involved changes to three general processes within the Land Development Regulations. Mayor Shelton opened public comment. No one came forth to speak. There were no online public comments. Mayor Shelton closed public comment. Motion: Vice Mayor Turkin moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 26-010 on second reading. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. In a roll call vote, the motion passed unanimously. 9. City Manager's Report City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 7, 2026 A. Legislative update on bills that will potentially impact the City of Boynton Beach. City Manager Dugger provided a legislative update and stated that, although Senator Berman and Representative Long had already discussed the legislative session, none of the bills had yet been signed by the Governor. City Manager Dugger stated that the City needed to prepare for several measures that could significantly affect municipal finances and operations. City Manager Dugger discussed House Bill 1329 regarding local government finances and stated that the bill would require additional compensation transparency and a 10 percent budget reduction exercise during the annual budget workshops. He explained that, based on the City's approximate $340 million total budget, a 10 percent reduction would equal about $34 million across the general fund and enterprise funds. City Manager Dugger explained that the general fund supported Police, Fire, Public Works, Parks and Recreation, the Library, the Arts and Cultural Center, Code Enforcement, Information Technology, and other services, and noted that Police and Fire alone accounted for roughly $98 million of the general fund. City Manager Dugger also discussed the proposed property tax legislation and stated that any changes would affect the City's revenue base. He stated that the City received about $80 million in ad valorem revenue last year and contributed approximately $16.7 million to the CRA, and said that staff would need to evaluate whatever final legislation was adopted and plan for any resulting revenue loss. City Manager Dugger then discussed House Bill 1451 and Senate Bill 1014 involving utility service agreements. He explained that water service agreements had traditionally been used as a voluntary annexation tool, but the proposed legislation would prevent cities from requiring future annexation agreements for new developments receiving utility service. He stated that existing agreements would remain valid, but going forward the City could be required to provide service without annexation protections. City Manager Dugger also noted that the legislation would affect the City's ability to impose and justify the current 25 percent surcharge on out-of-city utility customers, which helped keep rates lower for City residents. In response to a question from Commissioner Cruz, City Manager Dugger stated that Palm Beach County could provide service in some areas, but Boynton Beach already had extensive infrastructure and capacity that could place the City in a position where it would be required to serve certain developments. Commissioner Kelley confirmed with City Manager Dugger that developers could choose the least expensive utility option and stated that, if Boynton Beach service was easier or cheaper to access, the City could be forced to provide service. City Manager Dugger stated that the surcharge could still be charged if justified, but said that customers could challenge it. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 7, 2026 Commissioner McCray thanked City Manager Dugger for the report and commented on the importance of ad valorem taxes, noting concerns about everyone paying a fair share for services. Vice Mayor Turkin expressed disappointment on the issue and concern about being taken advantage of. He stated that the City would need to think carefully about future utility upgrades, since out-of-city customers could benefit from the system without sharing in related bond obligations. Assistant City Manager Temple then provided an update on building, permitting, land development, and Live Local legislation. He stated that House Bill 803 included several building permit and inspection changes, but said Boynton Beach was already ahead of many of the requirements. He added that the bill would also require some permit fee reductions, a registry of private providers on the City's website, and use of a statewide uniform permit application. Assistant City Manager Temple also discussed House Bill 399 and stated that the bill would prohibit local governments from using community character, compatibility, and similar subjective concepts as a basis for denying projects and would affect how land development permit fees were calculated. Assistant City Manager Temple then mentioned House Bill 1389, referred to as Live Local 4.0, and stated that the legislation expanded prior Live Local provisions to include certain city-owned, county-owned, school district-owned, and religious properties. He stated that local governments would no longer be able to apply some dimensional and design standards to certain Live Local projects. In response to a question from Vice Mayor Turkin, Mr. Temple stated that City-owned property could not be developed under the law without the City being a co-applicant, but said that larger religious properties could have a greater impact and that staff would update mapping to identify those sites. Commissioner Cruz asked about the proposed registry of private providers and raised concern that listing businesses on the City's website could create the appearance of City endorsement without any vetting. Assistant City Manager Temple stated that staff had already discussed that concern and said that, in consultation with legal counsel, the City would look at including statutory language and disclaimers. City Attorney Lamb stated that the proposed DEI restrictions would not take effect until July 1, 2027, but said the bill would extend to contractors, grantees, and affiliated programs and could expose the City and elected officials to legal challenges. She also advised that sovereign immunity caps would increase beginning October 1, 2026, and again in 2031, which could lead to higher insurance premiums and settlements, and noted that local governments could now voluntarily pay above the cap without legislative action. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 7, 2026 Commissioner McCray stated that the City could no longer satisfy every request without carefully accounting for every dollar and emphasized the need for discipline in future financial decisions. City Attorney Lamb also noted that a proposal to repeal the local business tax had not passed this year, but was expected to return next year. 10. Regular Acienda A. Proposed Resolution No. R26-059- Award Request for Qualifications No. 25- 045Q for NW 3rd Street - SFWMD C-16, (Heart of Boynton), Flood Risk Reduction Project (Grant Funded) to Keith & Associates for Engineering Design and Environmental Review Services, and approve a professional services agreement between the City of Boynton Beach and Keith & Associates in an amount not to exceed $2,074,704.00. Utilities Director Dr. Poonam Kalkat presented the following: Project Area Overview; Community Impacts & Project Drivers; Project Benefits; Flooding Impacts to Project Area; Project Components; Funding Summary; Commission Request; and Closing Summary. Commissioner McCray stated that he appreciated the City taking action before conditions worsened and said that flooding problems in other communities had shown the importance of addressing drainage issues in advance. He said that the work was long overdue and expressed support for moving forward. Motion: Commissioner Cruz moved to approve Proposed Resolution No. 26-059. Vice Mayor Turkin seconded the motion. In a roll call vote, the motion passed unanimously. Commissioner Kelly was not present for the vote. B. Proposed Resolution No. R26-060- Approve Task Order No. 2 with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $4,601,651 for Phase I, for intermediate design of West Water Treatment Plant upgrade and associated sub tasks based on the condition assessment and evaluation of treatment options to replace equipment, processes, and structures at end of life and to also meet upcoming drinking water regulations for emerging contaminants. Utilities Director Dr. Poonam Kalkat discussed the SRF loan with principal forgiveness of $5.4M. A representative from Jacobs Engineering reviewed the following: Agenda; Work Performed: Task Order 1; Aging Infrastructure; Treatment Alternative Evaluation — Technical & Cost Criteria; Technical — Benefit Criteria Evaluation; Cost Criterial Evaluation; Technical & Cost Criteria Evaluation — Benefit/Cost Score; Task Order 2; Preliminary Design WTP Facilities; Compensation; and Request to Move Forward with Task Order 2. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 7, 2026 Commissioner McCray stated that the work was long overdue and said the City had not consistently taken care of its infrastructure. Vice Mayor Turkin asked for clarification that the item before the City Commission involved grant funding. Dr. Kalkat stated that the current item was grant funded through a reimbursable grant. She added that future phases would likely require utility bonds or other financing and stated that staff was reviewing multiple options, including utility bond structures and potential federal loan programs, to identify the best value for the City. Commissioner Kelley stated that the City had deferred utility needs for too long and said the upgrades were now necessary and overdue. She noted that residents depended on clean water and reliable service and expressed frustration that City residents often bore costs that also benefited out-of-city utility customers. Motion: Commissioner Kelley moved to approve Proposed Resolution No. R26-060. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. C. Proposed Ordinance No. 26-012- First Reading, An ordinance of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, creating Article XV, "Abatement of Nuisances," of Chapter 15 of the City Code; establishing a public nuisance abatement process; providing for definitions, procedures, hearings before a special magistrate, emergency abatement, enforcement, penalties, and liens; providing for authority consistent with Chapter 166 and section 893.138, Florida Statutes; providing for codification, conflicts, severability, and an effective date. Interim City Clerk Stanzione read the ordinance title into the record. Director of Public Safety John Bonafair presented the following: Ordinance No. 26-012; and Penalties and Recovery. Commissioner McCray asked City Attorney Lamb how the proposed ordinance differed from an existing nuisance ordinance already on the books. City Attorney Lamb stated that the existing chronic nuisance ordinance required multiple incidents within 30 days and allowed the City to expend funds to correct a problem, while the proposed ordinance used a six-month period, relied on the special magistrate process, and placed the burden on the property owner rather than the City. She further explained that the older ordinance had not been effective and said it could be brought back in the future for repeal if the City Commission wished. Mayor Shelton stated that the older ordinance had not worked and said the City needed a stronger mechanism now. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 7, 2026 Vice Mayor Turkin stated that the City should have zero tolerance for child trafficking, drug dealing, and prostitution. He referenced repeated problems at motels and other properties and stated that the City needed stronger tools to address locations associated with serious criminal activity. Motion: Commissioner Turkin moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 26-012 on first reading. Commissioner Kelley seconded the motion. In a roll call vote, the motion passed unanimously. D. Proposed Ordinance No. 26-013- First Reading, An Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, codifying Resolution No. R15-136, which created a Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board; establishing composition, qualifications, appointment procedures, and duties; providing for codification; providing for severability; providing for conflicts; and providing for effective date. Interim City Clerk Stanzione read the ordinance title into the record. Assistant City Attorney Ian Gregorich presented the ordinance and stated that the CRA Advisory Board already existed by resolution, but no ordinance currently codified the board. He stated that the proposed ordinance simply transferred the existing resolution language into ordinance form and made no substantive changes. Commissioner Kelley asked whether the ordinance was intended only to make the CRA Advisory Board consistent with the City's other advisory boards. Assistant City Attorney Gregorich confirmed that all other advisory boards were established by ordinance and said the proposed ordinance was intended to place the CRA Advisory Board in the same format. Motion: Vice Mayor Turkin moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 26-013 on first reading. Commissioner Kelley seconded the motion. In a roll call vote, the motion passed unanimously. 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. B. Discussion regarding property taxes, at a macro level. — May 19, 2026 Requested by Vice Mayor Turkin. C. Discussion regarding creating a beautification board. — TBD Requested by Vice Mayor Turkin. D. Discussion on the formation of a Task Force for updates to the Land Development Regulations. -TBD City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 7, 2026 Requested by Commissioner Turkin. D. 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. Adiournment Commissioner McCray stated that, although elected officials might disagree, all members of the City Commission should remain respectful toward one another. Mayor Shelton stated that she preferred to keep comments tied to the agenda and suggested that other remarks be made either during informational items or at the end of meetings so the City Commission could stay on agenda throughout the meeting. Motion: Vice Mayor Turkin moved to adjourn. Commissioner Kelley seconded the motion. 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