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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 08-25-2026 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, August 25, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. Present: Mayor Rebecca Shelton Daniel Dugger, City Manager Commissioner Angela Cruz Shawna Lamb, City Attorney Commissioner Mack McCray Tammy Stanzione, City Clerk Commissioner Amiee Kelley Absent: Vice Mayor Thomas Turkin 1. Opening A. Call to Order - Mayor Rebecca Shelton Mayor Shelton called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M. Roll Call. City Clerk Tammy Stanzione called the roll. A quorum was present. Invocation by Police Chaplain Woodrow Hay. Former Mayor Woodrow Hay provided the invocation. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, led by Commissioner Aimee Kelley. Commissioner Kelley led the Pledge of Allegiance. Agenda Approval: 1. Additions, Deletions, Corrections 2. Adoption Future agenda item discussions on the Girl Scout Park Parcel and the Golf View Harbor Parcel were moved to the September 16 City Commission meeting. Motion: Commissioner McCray moved to approve the agenda, as amended. Commissioner Angela Cruz seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 2. Other City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL August 25, 2026 A. Information Items by members of the City Commission. City Commissioners to disclose any informational items to the public. Commissioner Kelley invited the Fire Chief to explain the department's recent ISO rating achievement. Fire Chief Bruder provided a detailed update on Boynton Beach Fire Rescue's recent ISO (Insurance Services Office) evaluation. The Chief announced that the department achieved an elite ISO rating, placing Boynton Beach among the top-performing fire agencies nationwide. Only approximately 400 fire departments in the country have earned this level of distinction. The Chief explained that the ISO rating evaluates three major components: • Fire Operations: Includes apparatus, staffing, equipment, training, and live-fire training capabilities. • Water Supply Infrastructure: Reviews hydrants, flow testing, system reliability, and coordination with utilities. • Emergency Communications: Boynton Beach's communications center scored 9.5 out of 10, reflecting exceptional dispatch performance and system reliability. The department previously held a Class 2/2A rating. After years of preparation, refinement of operations, and meeting stringent national benchmarks, the department achieved a near- perfect statistical score of 97%, resulting in a final classification of ISO Class 1 . 3. Announcements, Community and Special Events And Presentations A. Proclamation- Hunger Action Month. Read and present the proclamation to Feeding South Florida, naming September 2026 as Hunger Action Month. The proclamation will be accepted by Allyson Vaulx, from Feeding South Florida. Motion: Commissioner McCray moved to table the Proclamation. Commissioner Keleey seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 4. Public Audience Public Audience: Any citizen may be heard concerning any matter within the scope of the jurisdiction of the Commission. Speakers will be limited to 3-minute presentations (at the discretion of the Chair, this 3-minute allowance may need to be adjusted depending on the level of business coming before the City Commission). City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL August 25, 2026 Susan Oyer expressed ongoing concern about a missing $100,000 public art piece known as the "Bloomer Tree." She stated that she would continue raising the issue until a status update is provided and the artwork is restored. She also noted that palm trees had been planted in an area previously established as a native tree forest near the Fire Station, questioning whether they were planted by City personnel. She also commented that two kinetic art pieces that are not functioning properly ae still under warranty. Susan Geary questioned why the City no longer appeared to be referencing the 2022 Reimagine Recreation 10-year Parks and Recreation Master Plan. She emphasized that the plan focused on protecting green space and involved extensive community input. Pete Fitzpatrick, a longtime resident of Golfview Harbor, encouraged Commissioners to visit the parcel of land proposed for discussion at the upcoming meeting. He highlighted the wildlife present and asked that the area be preserved as passive park space to protect neighborhood quality of life. David Cooper, retired Palm Beach County Fire Rescue, stated that he was concerned with locating a police and fire training facility adjacent to residential neighborhoods. He noted that training frequently occurs at night and that firearms training, particularly involving rifles, can produce significant noise. He asked the City to reconsider the location and place training facilities in commercial areas where noise would be less disruptive. Zaria, spoke about a dangerous left-turning condition on South Seacrest near the Rainbow Store, noting a blind spot that makes it difficult to see oncoming traffic. The speaker requested installation of a traffic signal to improve safety for the community. Krista Alley, representative of the Florida Badges Soccer Academy, a youth program operating in Boynton Beach since 2018. The academy provides structured athletic programs for children and young adults and has expanded to compete internationally and in national tournaments. The speaker emphasized the academy's mission to keep youth engaged and off the streets and expressed appreciation for the City's support. David Katz requested that the City review and potentially revise its election sign ordinance, noting an influx of campaign signs. He commented that the August 11 Commission meeting was "dog and pony show," commented that certain discussions were orchestrated and that the District I Commissioner had arranged for participation by Golfview Harbor residents despite previously voting in support of the police training facility location. He asserted that some comments made during the meeting were inaccurate and unfairly directed toward City staff and the City Manager. He stated that these remarks were uncalled-for and that such criticism of staff should not be encouraged. He opined that the District 1 Commissioner owed a public apology based on the events surrounding the meeting and the handling of the topic. Harry Woodworth discussed the ongoing development of the City's short-term rental noise ordinance. He stated that he reviewed required licensing elements for vacation rentals and City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL August 25, 2026 explained discrepancies found among state, county, and platform databases. He recommended that the City establish a unified internal database to track and verify licensed rentals and suggested additional research into Florida statutes that may assist enforcement. Gabriel, Mangonia Construction Group, identified as a contractor involved in Pioneer Canal Park improvements, raised concerns regarding unresolved constructability issues and delayed compensation for work performed. The speaker requested Commission review of the record, clarification of project direction, and establishment of a path forward to complete the facility for public use. 5. Administrative A. Community Support Funds Approve Community Support Fund requests for: Mayor Shelton . Men with Vision and Purpose - $500 • Girl Scouts - $500 • Boynton Beach High School Cheerleaders - $500 Vice Mayor Turkin . Boynton Beach Purple Cobras - $400 • East Boynton Beach Little League - $1 ,500 Commissioner McCray . Boynton Beach Bulldogs Cheerleaders - $1,000 • Boynton Beach High School Cheerleaders - $1,000 Motion: Commissioner McCray moved to approve Community Support Funds. Commissioner seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. B. Advisory Board Appointments City Commission to appoint and reappoint eligible members of the community to serve in vacant positions on City Advisory Boards. . Mayor Shelton tabled the Library Board appointment on June 2, 2026. Motion: City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL August 25, 2026 Commissioner Cruz moved to table the Historic Resources Preservation Board appointment. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Motion: Commissioner McCray moved to table the agenda, as amended. Commissioner Angela Cruz seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Motion: Commissioner Cruz moved to table the Senior Advisory Board appointment. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Motion: Mayor Shelton moved to appoint Caroline to the Senior Advisory Board. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 6. Consent Agenda A. FY 2025-26 Financial/Budget Status Report for General Fund and Utility Fund To Period 06 ended at March 2026. Accept the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget Status Report of the General Fund and the Utilities Fund to P06 for FY 2025-26, ended March 31 , 2026. This financial information is unaudited. B. Proposed Resolution No. R26-126- Approve State Forfeiture Donation of $156,000 - Law Enforcement Trust Fund to the Police Athletic League (PAL) and Explorer Fund and to the following seven (7) Florida 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporations: Trinity Counseling Center of Florida, Inc. Pathways to Prosperity, Inc. Men of Vision and Purpose (MVP) of South Florida, LLC Connect to Greatness, Inc. Youth Enrichment Association for Academics & Athletic Inc. - Boynton Beach Bulldogs Youth Football Program, Girl Scouts of Southeast, Boy Scouts of America Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-126. C. Proposed Resolution No. R26-127- Approving a Fire Rescue Department Emergency Services Agreement for Mutual Assistance and Automatic Aid between the City of Boynton Beach and the City of Delray Beach, Florida, for a ten (10) year term commencing October 1 , 2026, and ending September 30, 2036; providing an effective date; and for all other purposes. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-127. D. Proposed Resolution No. R26-128- Approving a Fire Rescue Department Emergency Services Agreement for Mutual Assistance and Automatic Aid between the City of City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL August 25, 2026 Boynton Beach and the City of Boca Raton, Florida, for a ten (10) year term commencing October 1 , 2026, and ending September 30, 2036; providing an effective date; and for all other purposes. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-128. E. Proposed Resolution No. R26-129- Approving a Fire Rescue Department Emergency Services Agreement for Mutual Aid and Automatic Aid between the City of Boynton Beach and Palm Beach County Fire Rescue, fora ten (10) year term commencing on October 1 , 2026, and ending on September 30, 2036; providing for an effective date, and for all other purposes. Staff recommends approval of the Proposed Resolution No. R26-129. F. Proposed Resolution No. R26-130- Approve amendments to the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Boynton Beach Association of Fire Fighters, Florida Local 1891 , and the City of Boynton Beach regarding Life Insurance and Cell Phones. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-130. G. Proposed Resolution No. R26-131- Approve an amendment to the Collective Bargaining Agreements between the City of Boynton Beach and the Palm Beach County Police Benevolent Association Police Officers & Detectives, Police Sergeants, and Police Captain Units regarding physicals and life insurance. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-131 . H. Proposed Resolution No. R26-132- Approve Waiver of Right of First Refusal to purchase the property located at 12 Crossing Circle, # G, Boynton Beach, FL 33435, owned by Juckel Delva and Yanick Colastin. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-132. I. Proposed Resolution No. R26-133- Approve Waiver of Right of First Refusal to purchase the property located at 1295 N. Railroad Avenue, Boynton Beach, FL 33435, owned by Lacretia Bivins. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-133. J. Proposed Resolution No. R26-134- Ratifying the application and approving execution of the agreement for the Lake Worth Lagoon Initiative Grant between the City and Palm Beach County in the amount of $749,000 for the Sea Meadow South gravity sewer and watermain repair project and authorization to execute all future documents associated with the grant, subject to the review of the City Attorney's office. Staff recommends approval of the proposed Resolution No. R26-134. K. Commission Meeting Minutes. Approve minutes from the June 2 and June 16, 2026, City Commission Meetings. Commissioner McCray pulled Items 7A, 7B, and 7J. Motion: City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL August 25, 2026 Commissioner Kelley moved to approve the remainder of the Consent. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. A. FY 2025-26 Financial/Budget Status Report for General Fund and Utility Fund To Period 06 ended in March 2026. Accept the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget Status Report of the General Fund and the Utilities Fund to P06 for FY 2025-26, ended March 31 , 2026. This financial information is unaudited. Alan Lawson, Chief Finance Officer, stated that the City is on track to hit the budget; things are going well. Motion: Commissioner Kelley moved to approve Item 7A. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. B. Proposed Resolution No. R26-126- Approve State Forfeiture Donation of $156,000 - Law Enforcement Trust Fund to the Police Athletic League (PAL) and Explorer Fund and to the following seven (7) Florida 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporations: Trinity Counseling Center of Florida, Inc. Pathways to Prosperity, Inc. Men of Vision and Purpose (MVP) of South Florida, LLC Connect to Greatness, Inc. Youth Enrichment Association for Academics & Athletic Inc. - Boynton Beach Bulldogs Youth Football Program, Girl Scouts of Southeast, Boy Scouts of America Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-126. Commissioner McCray stated that he pulled this item so the public could see how the funds are being used. Assistant Police Chief Zeller reviewed the State Forfeiture Donation of $156,000 and the seven Florida 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporations receiving the funds. Motion: Commissioner McCray moved to approve Item R26-126. Commissioner Kelley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. J. Proposed Resolution No. R26-134- Ratifying the application and approving execution of the agreement for the Lake Worth Lagoon Initiative Grant between the City and Palm Beach County in the amount of $749,000 for the Sea Meadow South gravity sewer and watermain repair project and authorization to execute all future documents associated with the grant, subject to the review of the City Attorney's office. Staff recommends approval of the proposed Resolution No. R26-134. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL August 25, 2026 Dr. Poonam Kalkat, Director of Utilities, and Mirna Crompton, Division Director, Grants, gave an overview of the agreement for the Lake Worth Lagoon Initiative Grant between the City and Palm Beach County in the amount of $749,000 for the Sea Meadow South. Commissioner Kelley thanked them for their hard work. The City has not been awarded this Grant in several years. Motion: Commissioner McCray moved to approve R26-134. Commissioner Kelley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 7. Consent Bids and Purchases A. Proposed Resolution R26-135- Award Request for Qualifications No. 26-011Q for Comprehensive Vulnerability Assessment (Grant Funded), to Collective Water Resources, LLC, and approve a Professional Services Agreement between the City of Boynton Beach and Collective Water Resources, LLC in the amount of $149,833.00 plus a cost allowance of $2,000, totaling $151 ,833.00, in which $150,000 is grant funded. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution R26-135. B. Proposed Resolution No. R26-136- Awarding Invitation to Bid No. 26-051B for the Campanelli Blvd. - Gateway Blvd. Stormwater Cured-In-Place Piping project to Cobra Environmental, Inc., and approving a Construction Contract between the City and Cobra Environmental, Inc., in the amount of$259,157.00 plus a 10% contingency of$25,915.70 if needed for staff approval of change orders for unforeseen conditions for a total expenditure of $285,072.70. Staff recommends approval of the proposed Resolution No. R26-136. C. Proposed Resolution No. R26-137- Approve a Sole-Source Agreement with the City and Trihedral, Inc. for SCADA Technical Support and Software Updates, for an Initial Three-Year Term Totaling $53,214.00, with Two One -Year Renewal Options at the Same Rates, Subject to Commission Approval of Any Rate Increases at Renewal. Staff recommends approval of Resolution No. R26-137. D. Proposed Resolution No. R26-138- Approving a Piggyback Agreement between the City and RedZone Robotics Inc. for Sewer Jetting, Hydro-Excavation, Street Sweeping, and Related Public Works as a Service for an annual amount not to exceed $75,000 until April 6, 2030, totaling $225,000 over the course of the contract. Staff recommends approval of Resolution No. R26-138. E. Proposed Resolution No. R26-139- Approving Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement between the City and Sages Networks, Inc., for Electronic Plan Review, Permitting, Mobile Inspection and Code Enforcement, to add the Business Tax Receipt (BTR) Module to the existing Sagesgov platform in support of the city's enterprise resource planning (ERP) City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL August 25, 2026 modernization for a new annual not-to-exceed amount of $297,375 pursuant to a single- source exemption of the procurement policy. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-139. F. Proposed Resolution No. R26-140- Approving the increase of the yearly expenditure from $186,300 to $250,000 to the current 60-month Agreement with Comcast Cable Communications Management, LLC, for citywide services, to accommodate additional monthly costs and services, including the new Esports Lab services at the Sims Center. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-140. G. Proposed Resolution No. R26-141- Approving the Purchase of Two Emergency Bypass Pumps from Thompson Pump & Manufacturing Co., Inc., Pursuant to the Piggyback Exemption Under the City of Boynton Beach Purchasing Policy Manual, Section IX(8), Piggybacking Florida Sheriffs Association Not-for-Profit Purchasing Cooperative Contract No. FSA23-EQU21.1 (Item #317), Issue a Purchase Order to Thompson Pump & Manufacturing Co., Inc., Authorizing Emergency Bypass Pumps for Master Pump Station 801 and Pump Station 316 for the Utilities Department through Fleet, in a Total Amount Not to Exceed $150,000.00. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-141. H. Proposed Resolution No. R26-142- Approve the Second Amendment to the Agreement between the City and Blue Marlin Investments, Inc., d/b/a Cayco Landscaping for Landscape ITB No. 031-2730-20/RW for Landscape Maintenance Services for Parks, Future Parks, and Scrubs, increasing the annual expenditure from $200,000 to a total annual amount of $304,000. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-142. I. Proposed Resolution No. R26-143- Approve award of the Request for Proposal for Employee Medical and Pharmacy Administration Services and Stop Loss Insurance to Aetna Life Insurance Company, and authorize the Mayor to execute the resulting agreement for a total $12,402,283 this includes projected claims of$10,583,249 and fixed costs of$1,819,034 (administrative, individual, and aggregate stop loss fees) Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-143. J. Proposed Resolution No. R26-144- Approve the group insurance contract(s) and enrollment/administration agreements with The Prudential Insurance Company of America for Basic Group Life, Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Optional (Voluntary) Group Life, Optional AD&D, Long Term Disability (LTD), and Short Term Disability (STD) coverage, consolidating these lines under a single carrier and replacing the City's current arrangement with Securian (Life/AD&D) and Unum (STD/LTD). Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-144. K. Proposed Resolution No. R26-145- Approving a Piggyback Agreement between the City and Motorola Solutions, Inc., for Public Safety Communications Technology and Hardware Solutions as a Service, for the Purchase of Radio Tower Antennas and Lines, an City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL August 25, 2026 Equipment Shelter, P25 Equipment Relocation, and Video Security for the Police Department; in a Total Amount Not to Exceed $1 ,025,000.00. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-145. L. Proposed Resolution No. R26-146- Approving a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Master Equipment Lease Purchase Agreement, Schedules of Equipment No. 1 through No. 4, an Escrow Agreement with U.S. Bank National Association, a Federal Tax Agreement, and all related closing documents with Lease Servicing Center, Inc. dba NCL Government Capital, utilizing Sourcewell Contract No. 092424-NCL, in a total amount of $8,978,759.60; and authorizing the the Mayor, City Manager, City Attorney, City Clerk, and Director of Finance to take all actions necessary to accomplish the purpose of the Agreement and this Resolution. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-146. M. Proposed Resolution No. R26-147- Ratifying Change Order No. 3 to Purchase Order No. 210605 for Task Order No. UT-1B-04 with Carollo Engineers, Inc., for professional engineering services required for renewal of Boynton Beach Department of Health permit for the Oceanfront Park Wastewater Treatment Plant (Beach Plant), increasing the purchase order by $9,800.00, from $175,315.40 to a new not-to-exceed amount of $185,115.40. Staff recommends approval of the proposed Resolution No. R26-147. N. Approve the annual expenditure and authorize the Mayor to sign the renewal amendments for RFPs/Bids and/or piggybacks for the procurement of services and/or commodities as described in Exhibit A for August 2026 - "Amendment Request for Bid Extensions and/or Piggybacks." Staff Recommends Approval of Annual Expenditures and Bid Extensions. Commissioner McCray pulled Items 8F and 8L. Motion: Commissioner Kelley moved to approve the remainder of Consent Bids and Purchases. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. F. Proposed Resolution No. R26-140- Approving the increase of the yearly expenditure from $186,300 to $250,000 to the current 60-month Agreement with Comcast Cable Communications Management, LLC, for citywide services, to accommodate additional monthly costs and services, including the new Esports Lab services at the Sims Center. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-140 Deputy City Manager Andrew Mack explained that the primary purpose of the proposed increase was to upgrade broadband capacity at the Carolyn Sims Center. The current internet infrastructure is insufficient to support upcoming programming, specifically the establishment of a new City-supported eSports lab. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL August 25, 2026 Marvelous Washington, Division Director of Recreation and Parks, gave an overview of what eSports lab will bring to the community. Motion: Commissioner McCray moved to approve R26-140. Commissioner Kelley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. L. Proposed Resolution No. R26-146- Approving a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Master Equipment Lease Purchase Agreement, Schedules of Equipment No. 1 through No. 4, an Escrow Agreement with U.S. Bank National Association, a Federal Tax Agreement, and all related closing documents with Lease Servicing Center, Inc. dba NCL Government Capital, utilizing Sourcewell Contract No. 092424-NCL, in a total amount of $8,978,759.60; and authorizing the the Mayor, City Manager, City Attorney, City Clerk, and Director of Finance to take all actions necessary to accomplish the purpose of the Agreement and this Resolution. Commissioner McCray requested clarification on Item L, noting the importance of explaining significant expenditures to the public. Mr. Lawson reported that the City's purchase of two new fire trucks, totaling approximately $9 million, would be financed through a tax-exempt municipal lease rather than a full upfront cash payment. He stated that this approach reduces the immediate expenditure to roughly $2 million, preserves cash reserves, eliminates sales tax on the lease, and allows the City to reinvest retained funds in a manner that offsets interest costs. He emphasized that the strategy improves financial predictability and supports long-term budget stability, particularly in advance of upcoming fiscal considerations. Motion: Commissioner McCray moved to approve R26-146. Commissioner Kelley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 8. Public Hearing 6 P.M. or as soon thereafter as the agenda permits. The City Commission will conduct these public hearings in its dual capacity as Local Planning Agency and City Commission. 9. City Manager's Report 10. Regular Agenda A. Discussion on the formation of a Task Force for updates to the Land Development Regulations. Requested by Vice Mayor Turkin. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL August 25, 2026 11 . Future Agenda Items A. Discussion on the Girl Scout Park Parcel. September 8, 2026 Discussion requested by Vice Mayor Turkin. B. Discussion on the Golf View Harbour Parcel. Septbember 8, 2026 Requested by Vice Mayor Turkin. C. Discussion on procurement policies to provide preferences or a point system for disabled veterans. - Pending date from City Commission to discuss. Requested by Vice Mayor Turkin. D. Discussion on how to reduce permitting costs for senior citizens. - Pending date from City Commission to discuss. Requested by Vice Mayor Turkin. 12. Adiournment Motion: Commissioner McCray moved to adjourn. Commissioner Cruz seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. With no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 6:52 P.M. 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