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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 09-08-2026 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, September 8, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. Present: Mayor Rebecca Shelton Andrew Mack, Deputy City Manager Vice Mayor Thomas Turkin Adam Temple, Deputy City Manager Commissioner Angela Cruz Shawna Lamb, City Attorney Commissioner Mack McCray Tammy Stanzione, City Clerk Commissioner Amiee Kelley 1. Openings 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 Commissioner Mack McCray. Commissioner McCray provided the Invocation. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Mayor Rebecca Shelton. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Shelton. Agenda Approval: 1 . Additions, Deletions, Corrections 2. Adoption Vice Mayor Turkin requested that an update on the Pioneer Park boat ramp construction be added to a future City Manager's Report, noting questions from residents. City Attorney Lamb and Vice Mayor Turkin agreed to discuss talking points offline. Commissioner Kelley also requested that the Hunger Action Month proclamation be moved up and heard before the budget discussion. Mayor Shelton directed that the proclamation be heard prior to Item 2A. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL September 8, 2026 Motion: Vice Mayor Turkin moved to approve the agenda, as amended. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. 2. Other A. Information Items by members of the City Commission. City Commissioners to disclose any informational items to the public. Commissioner McCray highlighted the community meetings held on the last Monday of each month at the Carolyn Sims Center, emphasizing that the meetings serve all Boynton Beach residents and noting that the most recent meeting featured State Representative Rob Long, County Commissioner Bobby Powell, a water system update from the City, and voter information for the upcoming election. He urged his colleagues and the public to join the Friends of the Library during Library Card Month, and asked everyone to remember the families affected by the September 11 attacks on the 25th anniversary, thanking the City's first responders for their service. 3. Public Hearing A. Proclamation: Hunger Action Month. Item 3A was heard prior to Item 2A. Commissioner Kelley read the proclamation into the record, naming September 2026 as Hunger Action Month, which was accepted by Allyson Vaulx of Feeding South Florida. Ms. Vaulx thanked the City for recognizing Hunger Action Month, noting that they served 1.7 million individuals across its four-county service area in 2025, including more than 200,000 in Palm Beach County, and that the facility was expanding to store and distribute more food. B. Public Hearing on Proposed Resolution No. R26-150 (proposed millage rate) and Proposed Resolution No. R26-151 (tentative budget) for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026 and ending September 30, 2027. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-150 and Proposed Resolution No. R26-151. City Clerk Stanzione read Proposed Resolution No. R26-150 and Proposed Resolution No. R26-151 by title into the record. Chief Financial Officer Alan Lawson, joined by Director of Budget Fabio Baca, presented the following: June 30th Budget Workshop; Current Millage & Fire Assessment; September 8th Budget (General Fund); All Fund Summary; Capital Improvement Funds; and Next Steps. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL September 8, 2026 Commissioner McCray asked whether the City had investigated leasing fire trucks, garbage trucks, and similar vehicles for additional savings. Mr. Lawson responded that staff was doing exactly that across public safety, sanitation, and utilities, crediting Fire Chief Bruder with identifying the opportunity, and explained that the City could invest the freed cash and secure favorable financing rates as a municipality. Commissioner McCray asked whether staff could review which high-ranking employees with City-provided vehicles could instead use their own. Mr. Lawson explained that the review was already underway as a directive from the City Manager; cell phone allowances and many directors' car allowances had already been removed, and vehicles were the next phase. Commissioner McCray emphasized that, when presenting the budget to residents, the City needed to show not only where it was saving money, but what it was cutting, stating that the City was cutting everything not a priority or necessity. Mr. Lawson agreed, describing the zero-base budgeting approach that held directors flat and allowed the City to take back approximately $2 million year over year. Vice Mayor Turkin thanked staff for their diligence, observing that the City had discussed zero- base budgeting for a while, and had now delivered its first rollback rate with the largest millage decline. He cautioned that Amendment 3 on property taxes could require even tighter budgeting and commended staff for going the opposite direction from cities that were raising taxes and assessments. Commissioner McCray noted, for the benefit of the audience, that City Manager Dugger was absent because he was under the weather, not because of the budget. Commissioner Cruz thanked staff for their hard work and for returning to the rollback rate. Commissioner Kelley raised concerns about hiring freezes, particularly in public safety, noting that the Police Department was approximately six officers down, and asked what the plan would be as officers retire or leave and whether the City would pull from specialty units to keep road patrol covered. Mayor Shelton echoed the concern about hiring freezes, recalling the effort to reach 172 sworn officers, and noted that the department stood at 166 with 165 as the agreed floor. Police Chief DeGiulio explained that the department would maintain the 165 floor, that interviews, backgrounds, and academy candidates were continuing, and that public safety aides were in the pipeline. He stated that road patrol was at a good level, with 18 officers plus the K- 9 unit on night shift, and that any shortages would be absorbed within specialty units such as traffic and the Detective Bureau so residents would not feel it. He added that one supervisor City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL September 8, 2026 was retiring at the end of the month and would be replaced, that approximately 35 sworn officers were in the DROP program, and that recruiting had to continue even during a freeze. Commissioner McCray cautioned that the term "hiring freeze" had to be explained carefully because it could discourage applicants, and the Chief agreed that it hurt recruiting. Mayor Shelton opened public comment. Susan Geary, Gulfview Harbor, found the City's math difficult to follow, observing that the millage reduction of roughly $2.5 million was nearly offset by the fire assessment increase, netting about $800,000, and questioned the trade. Cindy Falco DiCorrado thanked Ms. Geary, contending that residents were charged more through assessments even as the millage dropped, and called for transparency and for the four municipalities served by the fire department to pay their share. Dan Adel asked what would happen if the property tax amendment passed and homeowner taxes disappeared. Mr. Lawson responded that it would create a significant challenge. Vice Mayor Turkin further explained that assessment revenue must be spent for specific purposes by law and that municipalities would likely shift from ad valorem taxes toward assessments. Mayor Shelton closed public comment. Commissioner Cruz asked whether the finance team could present a calculator showing the savings to an average home between the 7.75 rate and the rollback rate, as had been done in past years, and staff responded that it was not readily available but would be sent to the City Commission. Motion: Vice Mayor Turkin moved to approve Proposed Resolution No. R26-150, adopting the proposed operating millage rate of 7.4257 mills, a 0 percent increase over the rollback rate. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Motion: Commissioner Kelley moved to approve Proposed Resolution No. R26-151 , adopting the tentative budget for fiscal year 2026-2027. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. C. Proposed Resolution No. R26-152- Approving the Annual Comprehensive Fee Schedule Rate Changes for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-152. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL September 8, 2026 Director of Budget Baca stated that staff had no presentation but highlighted the overall changes, which included a 17.25 percent increase across utilities rates, a 2.6 percent CPI increase in residential solid waste, and increases in permit fees, fire and police rates, and a restructured fee at the Arts and Cultural Center and noted that the comprehensive fee schedule was available online. Commissioner McCray expressed concern that staff had not prepared presentations for items the City Commission had asked about, stressing that the public needed the information because it was their money being spent. Deputy City Manager Mack noted that a presentation was available for Solid Waste and Utilities would be presented at a later time. Commissioner Cruz asked whether the City could implement a resident discount, such as a once-a-year 20 percent discount for Boynton Beach residents renting City rooms for events, similar to the existing nonprofit rate structure. Vice Mayor Turkin stated that he would be in favor of not applying the increase to residents, and thanked staff for keeping the Harvey Oyer boat ramp fee the same along with the senior and military discounts. Commissioner McCray cautioned that any resident discount would require verifying that applicants actually live within the City. Deputy City Manager Mack confirmed that a residency verification system, similar to the resident rate for summer camp, could be used. Commissioner Kelley asked why the fee schedule did not appear to break out resident versus non-resident rates for facility rentals. Director of Recreation and Cultural Services Craig Clark explained that the City did maintain a rate structure that was considerably lower for residents, with nonprofit, private, and commercial categories within each. Staff acknowledged that the 64-page combined schedule was difficult to read, with resident and non-resident rates appearing on separate pages, and explained that the departments would maintain their own schedules going forward and republish a reformatted comprehensive schedule, returning with any fee adjustments at that time. Commissioner Kelley added that she was not opposed to a future discussion about a one-time discount to encourage residents to use City facilities. Motion: Commissioner McCray moved to adopt Proposed Resolution No. R26-152. Commissioner Kelley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL September 8, 2026 D. Proposed Resolution No. R26-153- Authorizing the City Commission to set rates, fees, and charges for Water, Wastewater, Stormwater, and Reuse Water for Fiscal Year 2026- 2027. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-153. Utilities Director Poonam Kalkat introduced rate consultant Ryan Smith and explained that most of the proposed increase was driven by federally required PFAS treatment at the City's two water plants, estimated near $300 million, which would require a bond. Mr. Smith presented the following: The Last 4 Years Positioned the City for WTP Funding; Cumulative Rate Adjustments Remain 19% Below Inflation; FY2026 Existing Rates Remain Below Average; Financial Metrics Show Liquidity Strength and Bond-Market Readiness; Cost Pressures and WTP Evaluation Drive the Updated Funding Plan; The Financial Forecast Balances Revenue Needs and Funding Requirements; Proposed Rate Close the Gap Between Existing Revenues and Required Funding; Water Supply & Treatment Includes Both Water Plants; Commission Direction Is Requested on Six Actions; and FY2027 Proposed Rates Remain Competitive. Commissioner McCray asked when rates were last raised. Ms. Kalkat explained that there had been almost no increases for roughly 12 years. Commissioner McCray expressed frustration that the $300 million cost was falling on residents, many of them retirees on fixed incomes, and urged staff to pursue every available grant. Ms. Kalkat responded that staff was aggressively seeking funding, that a $5.4 million principal forgiveness loan had been secured, and that most grants were reimbursable, requiring the City to spend first while facing rising costs. Commissioner Kelley stated that the aging plants, 65 and 45 years old, had been neglected while prior boards kicked the can down the road, and that the City had to raise rates to keep control of them. Ms. Kalkat agreed, adding that even without PFAS the plants would require at least $150 million, and that meeting the federal requirements was not a choice. Vice Mayor Turkin stated that he held a different philosophy on the utility and that, while not opposed to an increase, 17 percent was too high, and he hoped staff could find a middle figure. Ms. Kalkat explained that customers outside the city limits were charged 25 percent more, that state legislation was moving to eliminate the surcharge, and that the anticipated revenue loss was built into the 17.25 percent figure. Commissioner McCray recalled the earlier East Water Treatment Plant project, said he did not want residents duped again, and reiterated that 17 percent was too high for him. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL September 8, 2026 Commissioner Cruz stated that she represented many seniors on fixed incomes, that she understood the need to stop putting band-aids on the plants, but 17 percent was a hard pill, and asked staff for a lower alternative. Ms. Kalkat responded that the PFAS requirements had to be met by 2029, that a delayed bond could mean higher interest rates, and that treatment could not be phased, noting that Delray Beach, Riviera Beach, Palm Beach County, and Wellington were all building plants. Mr. Smith added that large grants had dried up, the City's rates remained in the lowest quartile among peers, and that deferring would mean a larger increase later. Vice Mayor Turkin stated that he disliked using the City's low rates to justify an increase, and Ms. Kalkat clarified that the comparison was meant only to show the rising cost of producing water. Ms. Kalkat stated that she did not anticipate returning for further rate increases once the infrastructure was funded. Commissioner Cruz thanked staff for taking on a difficult but necessary task. The City Commission weighed revisiting a figure below 17.25 percent, and City Attorney Lamb advised that tabling would let staff work on the funding and republish the rate before the next meeting. Motion: Vice Mayor Turkin moved to table Proposed Resolution No. R26-153. Commissioner Cruz seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. E. Public Hearing on Proposed Resolution No. R26-154- Canal maintenance services special assessments for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-154. City Clerk Stanzione read Proposed Resolution No. R26-154 by title into the record. Ms. Kalkat explained that nothing had changed in the canal assessment, that it applied only to a limited number of properties affected by the inflow from the Lakewood Drainage District rather than the entire City, and that the annual cost was divided among approximately 100 affected residents. Mayor Shelton opened public comment. No one came forth to speak. Mayor Shelton closed public comment. Motion: Commissioner Kelley moved to adopt Proposed Resolution No. R26-154. Vice Mayor Turkin seconded the motion. In a roll call vote, the motion passed unanimously. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL September 8, 2026 F. Public Hearing on Proposed Resolution No. R26-155- Adopting the final fire assessment fee for fiscal year 2026-2027. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-155. City Clerk Stanzione read Proposed Resolution No. R26-155 by title into the record. Vice Mayor Turkin asked Fire Chief Bruder to explain how the assessment is regulated and spent for the public's benefit. Chief Bruder explained that the fire assessment secures funding for the fire department independent of ad valorem swings, that a rate study allowed roughly 65 percent of the department's non-EMS budget to be covered, and that the funds could not be used for EMS costs because the City charges for EMS transports. Commissioner Cruz left the dais at approximately 7:28 P.M. and returned at approximately 7:30 P.M. Commissioner McCray recalled that residents were told the assessment would sunset in seven years, stated that it never had, and urged honesty that it continues each year. He added that his support this year was tied to the promised new west-side station, Fire Station 3, which had been closed due to air quality, stating that the west side should not be forgotten. Commissioner Kelley asked Chief Bruder to explain the hardship application available to residents. Chief Bruder noted that the CFO reviews those applications, and Chief Financial Officer Lawson explained that the form was online, that 53 were approved and none denied the prior year, that 25 to 30 had been received so far this year, and that staff assists residents who cannot complete it. Commissioner Kelley asked that copies be made available at the front counter, and Mr. Lawson agreed to do so the following morning. Commissioner Cruz stated that, while she had historically opposed increases and would be comfortable maintaining the current cost, she could not move forward with the increase based on the district she represents, and asked that awareness of the exemption be expanded for seniors 65 and older and disabled veterans. Vice Mayor Turkin stated that he had proposed the rollback rate and committed to supporting the fire assessment in exchange, and that he would honor his word because public safety is a right and a dedicated funding mechanism shows residents where the money goes. Mayor Shelton opened public comment. Susan Geary, Gulfview Harbor, asked where the money would go, agreed with Commissioner McCray on the earmarked station, and objected that the hardship application was hard to obtain City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL September 8, 2026 and forced a disabled firefighter and a blind resident in her neighborhood to reapply yearly. She stated that she would rather retain the millage rate, so the burden is shared. David Katz supported the assessment, noting that contracts with four municipalities, Ocean Ridge, the Town of Hypoluxo, the Village of Golf, and Briny Breezes, bring in roughly$2.7 million a year, and that District 4 deserved its new station. Bob Foote, joined by his wife Jenny, recalled appearing at the first fire assessment hearing in 2000, and stated that they were happy to pay the $175 annual assessment now that an east- side station had been built. Sandra Michelle stated that rising HOA fees and a condominium assessment had left her unable to afford the fire assessment, and asked whether the $190 charge on her property could be relieved. Cindy Falco DiCorrado argued that the assessment kept rising while earmarked funds had not reached their purposes, suggested that the four municipalities using the City's fire services should pay higher rates, and called for better budgeting and transparency. Dan asked whether the City was collecting enough from developers of the new high-rises to cover the specialized fire equipment, such as large ladders, needed for that construction. Amelie Ash, Leisureville, stated that although the assessment was a hefty price for residents on fixed incomes, the fire department responds every time a senior falls and deserves the support. David Karasik, joining online, objected to the assessment but acknowledged the need after the discussion, and suggested improving the methodology through ideas such as marketing City water, a volunteer component, and pension incentives for retirees. Mayor Shelton closed public comment. Motion: Commissioner Kelley moved to approve Proposed Resolution No. R26-155. Vice Mayor Turkin seconded the motion. In a roll call vote, the motion passed 4-1, with Commissioner Cruz dissenting. 4. Public Audience Marketing and Outreach Manager Justin Johnson invited the City Commission and the public to the City's 25th anniversary September 11 remembrance ceremony on Friday at 8:00 A.M. at Centennial Park and Amphitheater, noting that free breakfast would be provided. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL September 8, 2026 Robert Lee objected to a letter warning that he could be ticketed for parking in the swale in front of his home, questioning enforcement when swales are City property the City does not maintain, and commended the recent work at the Sara Sims cemetery. Amelie Ash, on behalf of the First Presbyterian Church, asked the City Commission to consider a zoning amendment allowing two social-services tenants, iCare and Turtle Adventures, noting that the church would remain 51 percent church use. Stacy Deloy, Gulfview Harbor, stated that she lived across from the Florida Power and Light property considered for a public safety training facility, that residents' letters had gone unanswered, and asked staff for a one-paragraph update. Mayor Shelton noted that the issue was on the September 16 agenda. Yolanda Robinson stated that she was the mother of a five-year-old nonverbal child with autism. She asked that City-funded events include children with disabilities and that the City install an "autistic child at play" sign to alert drivers. City Attorney Lamb left the dais at approximately 8:05 P.M. and returned at approximately 8:07 P.M. Nico Della Bono, CEO of Shroud, raised concerns about the City's use of Flock safety cameras, questioning the data practices of a private company and urging the City to end its contract. Susan Oyer, Boynton Beach, asked about the status of a missing $100,000 piece of public art and other missing works, including a Bernard Thomas mural and the sailfish piece, and criticized the arts administrator for not responding to her emails. Harry Woodward, Boynton Beach, provided handouts on camera growth versus crime in Atlanta and on sound detection systems, and urged the City Commission to focus on the security, sharing, and retention of Flock data. Daniel Gillum, Lake Addition, questioned why his water bill exceeded his electricity bill, asked whether growth had strained water capacity, and reported that City irrigation along Federal Highway ran during rain, wasting water. Cindy Falco DiCorrado opposed the Flock and Axon programs as surveillance, recounted problems with her water bill and smart meter, and urged the City Commission to verify the federal regulations before approving the 17 percent water increase. Mary McGovern, of the Colonial Club apartments board, reported an annual water bill of $370,000 driven largely by irrigation, asked whether the City could provide reclaimed water, and questioned supplying water to Gulfstream while the City's own infrastructure needed work. Vice Mayor Turkin left the dais at approximately 8:20 P.M. and returned at approximately 8:30 P.M. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL September 8, 2026 Damien Bobrick, who lives off Boynton Beach Boulevard, objected to Flock cameras and mass surveillance, and urged the City to end its 287(g) agreement with the federal government. Owen, Gulfview Harbor, stated animals deserved kindness. Danny Provick warned that Flock's data could be sold if the company changed ownership, comparing it to 23andMe, and worried that a nearby shooting range would drive away the birds in his neighborhood. Alyssa Thorne, Gulfview Harbor, echoed her neighbors' concerns about the birds and nature, and asked the City Commission to consider what the neighborhood means to residents and the next generation. Tony Senkar, Gulfview Harbor, urged the City Commission to distinguish needs from wants and to defer large budget items such as the training facility until after the November election, citing a lack of trust from his experience with the Little League field contract. Susan Geary, Gulfview Harbor, questioned the funding for the police training facility, citing a $10 million line item in the five-year Capital Improvement Plan and the internal transfer used for the design contract, and again asked the City Commission to explain the City math. David Katz, Boynton Beach, complimented the recent First Friday event and objected to a District 1 Commissioner having accused the City Manager of arranging his prior comments, stating that no one on the dais could influence his comments. There were no online public comments. Commissioner Cruz stated that a protective covenant for Gulfview Harbor would be discussed at the September 16 meeting. Mayor Shelton closed Public Audience. 5. Administrative A. Discuss moving the November 3, 2026 City Commission meeting due to the General Election. Staff recommended moving the November 3 meeting to November 5, 2026. There was consensus to move the meeting. Motion: Commissioner Kelley moved to move the November 3, 2026, City Commission meeting to November 5, 2026. Commissioner Cruz seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. B. Advisory Board Appointments. Mayor Shelton kept the Library Board appointment tabled. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL September 8, 2026 The Historic Resources Preservation Board and Senior Advisory Board appointments were also tabled. Commissioner Kelley cautioned against continually tabling appointments while residents apply and the City encourages board service, stating that the City Commission should either appoint applicants or decline so applicants know their status. Commissioner McCray agreed with Commissioner Kelley. Motion: Commissioner Cruz moved to table the remainder of the Advisory Board appointments. Commissioner Kelley seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. 6. Consent Agenda A. Proposed Resolution No. R26-156- Ratify the submission of an application for the FY26 COPS Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act (LEMHWA) Program in the amount of $85,700. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-156. B. Proposed Resolution No. R26-157- Ratify the submission of an application for the FY26 COPS Community Policing Development Microgrants for a Strategic Armed Robbery Focused Enforcement (S.A.F.E.) Initiative in the amount of $169,984.00. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-157. C. Proposed Resolution No. R26-158- Approving a Subcontract Agreement for a Bicycle and Pedestrian Focused Initiative with the Florida Department of Transportation and the University of North Florida Training and Services Institute, Inc., d/b/a Institute of Police Technology and Management, in the amount of $5,053.18. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-158. Commissioner McCray requested to pull Item 6B. Motion: Commissioner Kelley moved to approve the Consent Agenda, as amended. Commissioner Cruz seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Commissioner McCray clarified with the City Attorney that the resolution authorized the City Attorney's Office to review the grant documents without bringing them back to the City Commission. Motion: Commissioner McCray moved to approve Proposed Resolution No. R26-157. Vice Mayor Turkin seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. 7. Consent Bids and Purchases City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL September 8, 2026 A. Proposed Resolution No. R26-159- Approve Task Order No. 02-2026STM with Murphy Pipeline Contractors, LLC for pre-chlorinated pipe bursting of potable water mains in Laurel Hills, for a total not to exceed $616,880.00, and a related budget transfer. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-159. B. Proposed Resolution No. R26-160- Approving the renewal of the City's property, liability, automobile, and workers' compensation insurance policies with Preferred Governmental Insurance Trust through Brown & Brown for a rate-locked two-year term, not to exceed $2,202,357 annually. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-160. C. Proposed Resolution No. R26-161- Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Zabatt Engine Services, Inc., d/b/a Zabatt Power Systems for generator and bypass pump maintenance, increasing the total by $40,000 for a new amount not to exceed $200,000 annually. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R26-161 . No items were pulled from Consent Bids and Purchases. Motion: Commissioner McCray moved to approve Consent Bids and Purchases. Commissioner Kelley seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. 8. Public Hearing A. Proposed Ordinance No. 26-025- First Reading, amending Part III, Land Development Regulations, Chapter 4, Article X "Flood Prevention Requirements," to ensure compliance with State Statute. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Ordinance No. 26-025, First Reading. City Clerk Stanzione read Proposed Ordinance No. 26-025 by title into the record. Building Director John Kuntzman presented the following: Current Restrictions; Proposed Changes; and Manufactured Homes Located In Special Flood Hazard Areas Requirements. Commissioner McCray asked whether the City would be liable in the event of a hurricane, and Mr. Kuntzman responded that the homes would require approved foundations and tie-downs signed and sealed by an architect or engineer meeting wind load and flood requirements. Commissioner Kelley confirmed that the amendment was a cleanup to comply with the new state law requiring the City to permit manufactured homes in flood zones. Mr. Kuntzman confirmed, noting that all local building codes still applied. Mayor Shelton opened public comment. Daniel Gillum asked whether the change affected existing mobile homes. No online comments. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL September 8, 2026 Mr. Kuntzman clarified that it applied to new construction. Mayor Shelton closed public comment. Motion: Commissioner McCray moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 26-025 on first reading. Vice Mayor Turkin seconded the In a roll call vote, the motion passed unanimously. B. Proposed Ordinance No. 26-026- First Reading, approving the abandonment of a portion of a 20-foot alley within Block 5, Lake Addition to Boynton. Staff recommends approval of Proposed Ordinance No. 26-026 on First Reading. City Clerk Stanzione read Proposed Ordinance No. 26-026 by title into the record. Michael Sanchez, of Managed Land Entitlements, explained that the 20-foot alley between his client's property and the adjacent hotel was unused and did not continue beyond a couple of blocks, that the hotel owner had signed easement documents in support, and that the abandonment, which would provide 10 feet to each adjacent owner, was related to a proposed medical office building. Mayor Shelton opened public comment. No one came forth to speak. Mayor Shelton closed public comment. Motion: Commissioner McCray moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 26-026 on first reading. Vice Mayor Turkin seconded the motion. In a roll call vote, the motion passed unanimously. 9. City Manager's Report There was no report. 10. Regular Agenda A. Proposed Resolution No. R26-162- Adoption of the Boynton Beach Public Art Master Plan. Interim Director of the Planning and Zoning Division, Gabe Sevigny introduced the consultant and noted that no art was being approved with the plan, that it did not prevent private property owners from seeking art, and that the plan received unanimous support from the Arts Advisory Board on August 12. Jared Eleazar, of Future Forms, presented the following: Community Engagement Process; Existing Public Art Initiatives; Art Spine Precedent; Art Mode Precedent; Public Art Framework; Public Art Locations; 100 E. Ocean Avenue; Public Art Typologies; Public Art Distribution; Implementation Best Practices; and Appendices. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL September 8, 2026 Commissioner Kelley suggested modifying existing elements, such as replacing plain bike racks and upgrading bus stops and garbage cans, to incorporate art without adding new footprints, and Mr. Eleazar agreed. Mr. Sevigny reminded the City Commission that the art fund is financed by developer fees rather than City funds. Motion: Commissioner Kelley moved to adopt Proposed Resolution No. R26-162. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. B. Discussion on the City's use of Flock equipment. Vice Mayor Turkin stated that he unequivocally supported the Police Department but wished to open a dialogue about the Flock program, noting that the Governor had removed it from state agency use and that concerns about surveillance, data collection, and potential litigation had grown statewide. He suggested that the City be proactive about alternatives ahead of likely legislation and asked whether the program should be suspended pending review. Commissioner Kelley stated that she came prepared with two pages of notes, acknowledged the program's benefits in quickly solving crimes and supporting Silver and Amber Alerts, but raised concerns about the data being shared with numerous agencies beyond the City's control and about who has access to the system, referencing a recent incident in Fort Pierce. She suggested narrowing the scope, tightening retention and access, and evaluating whether the City was getting sufficient value from the program. Commissioner McCray stated that, once data is gathered and stored, it is there for the taking. Police Chief DeGiulio explained that crime had declined since 2022 through the work of the officers rather than technology, that the technology served as an efficient investigative tool, citing a homicide in which a suspect was identified within 15 minutes, and that the City could control how long it retained its own data. He affirmed that the department wanted to be part of the conversation, would not push anything the community did not want, and offered to provide the same analysis the residents had submitted. Vice Mayor Turkin requested a formal presentation and an independent risk analysis, possibly from the City Attorney's Office, on what other municipalities were doing, so the City Commission could make an educated and proactive decision. Commissioner Kelley stated that she did not want the state to dictate the City's decision, described the resident tours she had given of the real-time crime center, and suggested that similar town halls could help educate residents. She noted that residents' concerns arose primarily once the data left the department. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL September 8, 2026 It was noted that the Flock contract had two portions, one of which was scheduled to auto-renew in November, and that the Chief wished to discuss it before renewal. There was consensus to bring the matter back with a presentation at the first meeting of October. C. Discussion on censure of City Commission members. Vice Mayor Turkin stated that the City lacked a defined censure process beyond Robert's Rules, and asked for consensus to direct staff to prepare an ordinance establishing one with a supermajority, four-vote threshold to prevent its use as a factional tool. He added a separate note that political attacks reaching colleagues' families, livelihoods, or employers fall outside the business of governance. Commissioner McCray asked the City Attorney to bring copies of what other cities have adopted so he could read them first, stating that the City Commission members were adults who did not need babysitting. City Attorney Lamb explained that the options were a Robert's Rules motion, a board policy, or an ordinance, and recommended putting a process on the books for transparency, noting that the matter had come up previously without a consensus to act. She agreed to send a memo and place the item on a future agenda. 11. Future Agenda Items A. Discussion on the Girl Scout Park Parcel. September 16, 2026. Requested by Vice Mayor Turkin. B. Discussion on the Golf View Harbour Parcel. September 16, 2026. Requested by Vice Mayor Turkin. C. An Ordinance on bond and removal requirements for Non-Municipal campaign signs within City limits. October 6, 2026. Requested by Vice Mayor Turkin. D. 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. E. Discussion on how to reduce permitting costs for senior citizens. Pending date from City Commission to discuss. Requested by Vice Mayor Turkin. 12. Adjournment Motion: Commissioner Kelley moved to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Cruz seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. With no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 9:25 P.M. City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, FL September 8, 2026 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH ATTEST: 41111111i 0.r .• ei Atm I ammy Stan one, CM City Clerk Boy/v7. ' n llvcoRpn L : •. 92n '`‘ 40RIDA