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Minutes 05-06-97 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING H ELD IN COMMISSION CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, ON TUESDAY, MAY 6, 1997, AT 6:30 P.M. PRESENT Gerald "Jerry" Taylor. Mayor Jamie Titcomb. Vice Mayor Matt Bradley, Commissioner Shirley Jaskiewicz. Commissioner Henderson TiIIman Commissioner Kerry Willis. City Manager James Cherof. City Attorney Sue Kruse. City Clerk A. B. C OPENINGS: Call to Order - Mayor Jerry Taylor Invocation - Reverend Conrad Braaten, Ascension Lutheran Church Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Mayor Jerry Taylor Mayor Taylor called the meeting to order at 6:38 p.m. Reverend Braaten offered the invocation. fc lowed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. D. Agenda Approval: 1. Additions, Deletions, Corrections Mayor Taylor requested that Item V-B.4 "Presentation by Clarence Anthony - Minority Recruitment Action Plan" be moved up on the agenda to follow the adoption of the agenda in order to accommodate Mr. Anthony who had to leave to attend a Commission meeting in South Bay. Commissioner Jaskiewicz requested that other guests in the audience be permitted to address the Commissioners immediately following Mr. Anthony's presentation. Therefore. the children of Cherry PtiIIs will address the Commission under Item I-D.4. Commissioner Bradley added Item X-B.3, "Uses in Quantum Park", Mayor Taylor added Item X-A.3, "Relocation of Speed Hump". 2. Adoption Vice Mayor Titcomb moved to approve the agenda as amended. Commissioner Tillman seconded the motion which carried unanimously. 3. Presentation by Clarence Anthony - Minority Recruitment Action Plan Mr. Anthony advised that the Minority Recruitment Committee met on April 7th to review the draft minority recruitment plan prepared by Chief Marshall Gage. The members had expectations which included community growth and understanding on both sides, and working together toward goals and objectives that can be measured by the City and seen by the MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 community. The following [s the outcome of that meeting: 1. Focus on recruitment at historically Black colleges, but also focus on ocal candidates. 2. Create a mentoring program for minority officers. This will increase longevity and retention. 3. Review policies and procedures and assess whether or not a more flexible department structure can be implemented. The suggested program might be an appointed corporal program. 4. Adiust pay scale to reflect longevity so that we do not lose our competitiveness with other agencies. 5. Adjust current rules limiting how long the promotional list will last so that the list does not last more titan 12 months. 6. Adjust vacation accrual for employees To ten (10) days (80 hours) per year as opposed to six (6) days. 7. Strive toward accreditation of the department. 8. Create a public relations strategy forthe department. 9. Work with the School Board to create a law enforcement magnet program in a local school. 10. Provide the i~lexibility to the Chief to make conditional offers of employment for candidates entering the department. 11. An overall diversity plan needs to be develooed for the entire City, not just the Police Department. 12. A formal/written exit interview orocess should be implemented. The members look forward to meeting again in approximately six months to evaluate what has happened relative to the recommendations. Mr. Anthony will provide more description on each of the recommendations. Mayor Taylor advised that all of the recommendations will ce reviewed, and the Commission will get further input and background He is aware of the fact that the City is already addressing some of recommendations. The City knows of the pay differential, and it s obvious that this situation must be corrected. The recommendation relative to the 10 days of vacation versus six days of vacation will require further study to determine how the cost of this benefit would affect the City and other employees. Mayor Taylor thanked Mr. Anthony for the help and advice offered to the City, and felt all of the recommendations were good. In closing, Mr. Anthony congratulated the City Commission and City staff for doing an outstanding job on the Vision 20/20 process. 4. Children of Cherry Hills Dorothy Davis, Drug Program Coordinator for the Palm Beach County Housing Authority, advised that a proposal regarding community concerns relative to Wilson Center has been submitted to the City Manager. However, the purpose of tonight's visit is for the children of Cherry Hills to thank the Commission for what has been done at Wilson Center. I~IEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 Five children from s group of approximately 100 people who attended, offered the following remarks to the City Commission. "We the children of Cherry HiIIs Housing Authority would like to have Wilson Center open full time so that we can have activities year-round so we can grow up to be mature young men and women." Commissioner Bradley was impressed by the number of young people who attended this meeting, and urged more parents to attend these meetings. The next neighborhood meeting will be at Wilson Center on May 21 1997. at 6:00 p.m. There ~s a tremendous amount of enthusiasm about this meeting, and Commissioner Bradley will be supplying dinner for 100 people. Mayor Taylor reminded the children of their obligation to tell an adul! if they see anyone do anything wrong in the neighborhood. This will create a sense of pride in the neighborhood. II. ADMINISTRATIVE: A. Appointments to be made: Appointment to be Made Length of Term Board Expiration Date III. CONSENT AGENDA: A. Minutes: I Special City Commission Meeting Minutes of April 11, 1997 2. Workshop City Commission Meeting Nlinutes of April 11, 1997 3. Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes of April 15, 1997 No additions, deletions, or corrections were made to the minutes of these meetings. Motion Vice Mayor Titcomb moved to approve the minutes of all three meetings. Commissioner Jaskiewicz seconded the motion which carried unanimously. In response to Mayor Taylor's question, Attorney Cherof requested that Items C.10 and V be removed from the Consent Agenda for clarification. Commissioner Jaskiewicz requested that Items K, O, Q, and U be removed for clarification. Mayor Taylor requested that Items 4, 6, 7 and 8 be removed for discussion. B. Bids - Recommend Approval - All expenditures are approved in the 1996-97 Adopted Budget. 3 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 1. Award bid for a 72" Reel Mower/National Hydro 70 Mower to Kilpatrick Turf in the amount of $9,413 for the Parks Division. 2. Award bid for the conversion of an existing front-loading garbage compaction unit to a roll-off to Transtat Equipment in the amount of $38,800 3. Award bidfor Remedial Flooring 'in five Mechanical/HVAC Rooms to Coating Application & Waterproofing, Inc,, in the amount of $15,469, 4. Award bid for City Hall Site S gn, t00 E, Boynton Beach Boulevard, to Ad Art Sign in the amount of $?,396. This item was removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion. C. Resolutions: 1. Proposed Resolution No, R97-62 Re: Authorize execution of Lease ^greement between the City of Boynto~ Beach and the Boynton Plaza Shopping Center, Inc. to use the premises for the operation of a Police Substation. 2, Proposed Resolution No, R97-~3 Re: Authorize execution of contract for professional services with Guglielmo & Associates for the Boynton Beach Museum Schoolhouse Exhibit concepts. 3. Proposed Resolution No. R97-64 Re: Surety Reduction for the Isles at Hunters Run PUD. 4. Proposed Resolution No. R97-~5 Re: Urging that the Florida Legislature continue to fund the i=ul125% State match for outstanding disaster projects and to adopt a prospective policy to phase in a 12.5% local match. 5. Proposed Resolution No. R97-66 Re: ^uthorize execution of Consultant Agreement between the City of Boynton Beach and Aerial Data Reduction ^ssociates. Inc.. for mapping contour lines for stormwater design. 6. Proposed Resolution No. R97-67 Re: Miner Road access control easement abandonment. This item was removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion. 7. Proposed Resolution No. R97.68 Re: Miner Roa(: Abandonment This item was removed from the Consent Agenda ~1or discussion. 4 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, '1997 Approve request for a refund on Cemetery Lots 102A & B, Block S - Boynton Beach Memorial Park (The purqhase price was $700 less 20% which amounts to a refund of $560.) Approve blanket purchase order for the Sanitation Division to utilize a new disposal site for construction and demolition debris to Florida Resources in the amount of $50,000. G. Authorize payment of $11,000 (deductible amount for repair of Fire Truck No. 801, which was damaged in a motor vehicle accident) to KME Approve purchase of sod piggybacking Palm Beach County Bid "SOD, FURNISH AND INSTALL" to Meyers Turf, Inc., for the Utility Construction/Stormwater Division I. Approve driveway restoration due to water line break at 726 Presidential Way at a cost of $7,695.99 from William D. Adeimy, Inc. Approve purchase of two 4" submersible pumps for Lift Station #303 (Bristol Springs) utilizing City of Delray Beach Bid for "Submersible Wastewater Pure ps" for a total amount of $7,032. Authorize the Mayor to sign a Street Lighting Agreement with Florida Power & Light, and award a Tree Trimming Contract to Asplundh Tree Company in the amount of $2,700 for Miner Road. This item was removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion. L. Approve purchase of eight (8) Motorola Portable Radios in the amount of $7,248 for the Fire Department. Approve advertisement for the special convention issue of Quality Cities Magazine in conjunction with the 71st Annual Convention of the Florida League of Cities in August. Approve purchase of 150 chairs for the Library Program Room in the amount of $8,052 from the Library Donation Account. O. Approve purchase of Mobile Speed Monitoring Awareness Radar Trailer for the Police Department. This item was removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion. Approve transfer of funds from Contingency Fund to appropriate account for unanticipated expenditures. (Decrease Contingency Account (411-888-5- 911.00 by $21,283 and increase Accounts Nos. 411-727-5-318.00, 411-725-5- 433.00, 411-475-5-485.00, and 411-726-5-346.00). MEETING MI NUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, t997 Q. Approve Change Orders #2, #3, #4, and #5 for Lang Engineering for additional work in the IAQ Clean-up Project (Totaling of $8,640.88). This item was removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion. R. Approve Task 1 for CDM to perform Conceptual Regional Facility Estimates for Stormwater Improvements at a cost of $14,686. Accept Revised Site Plan as Substitute Exhibit "B" for original water service agreement with Z. E. Tahed, M.D., for property located outside of the City limits at the southwest corner of Military Trail and Flavor Pict Road. Approve the closing of a Computer Operator position and opening in its place a position of Microcomputer Support Specialist in the Information Technology Services Office. U. Approve transfer of funds from Contingency Fund for funding of three demolitions. (Total transfer not to exceed $25,000). This item was removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion. Confirm appointment and authorize execution of employment contract for the positions of Neighborhood Specialist, Fire Chief, Director of Development, Public Works Director/Engineer, and Utilities Engineer This item was removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion. Motion Commissioner Tillma~ moved to approve the Consent Agenda with the exception of Items 4.6 7. 8. 10. K. O. Q, U, and V Commissioner Jaskiewicz seconded the motio~ which carried unanimously Consent Agenda Item ~t4 -Award bid for City Hall Site Sign, 100 E. Boynton Beach Boulevard, to Ad Art Sign in the amount of $7,396. Mayor Taylor expressed two concerns: 1. This expenditure is $2,000 more than was budgeted for this item; and 2. it is not a marquee-type sign design that can display what is happening at City Hall. Mayor Taylor requested that this item be reviewed and brought back. Motion Commissioner Jaskiewicz moved to have staff review this sign proposal and bring it back to the Commission af the next meeting. Vice Mayor Titcomb seconded the motion which c~rried unanimously. 7 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR cITy COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 Consent A.qenda Item C-10 - Proposed Resolution No. R97-71 Amending the job descriptions for Director ot Development, Director/City Engineer. and Utilities Engineer. Re: Public Works Attorney Cherof requested that this Resolution be amended to delete the reference to Director of Development. and Public Works DirectodCity Engineer because these positions will be handled under a separate item of appointments by the City Manager. The Utilities Engineer is a Civil Service position and should be treated differently by having the :iob description amended. Consent Agenda Item V- Confirm appointment and authorize execution of employment contract for the positions of Neighborhood Specialist, Fire Chief, Director of Development, Public Works Director/Engineer, and Utilities Engineer Attorney Cherof advised that the appointment should delete the reference to Utilities Engineer since this is not a specialized position and not suitable for appointment by the City Manager, In addition the reference to Fire Chief should be amended to reflect a title change to Director of Fire Services. Mayor Taylor requested that the job description of the Director of Development include the following language under the educational requirements: "or related fields". The City Manager will review this request to make certain it is suitable to add this language. Mayor Taylor questioned whether the title of Development Director will cover all the aspects or jobs assigned to that person. Attorney Cherof suggested changing the title to Director of Development Services. Mayor Taylor requested that this title be checked to make sure everything ~s covered that might come under the purview of thai person. Motion Commissioner Jaskiewicz moved to approve the changes made by the City Attorney. Vice Mayor Titoomb seconded the motion which carried unanimously. Consent Agenda Item #6 ,Proposed Resolution No. R97-67 Re: Miner Road access control easement abandonment. DiscuSsion of this item was delayed awaiting the arrival of a guest who wished to speak on this abandonment, Consent Agenda Item #7 - Proposed Resolution No. R97-68 Re: Miner Road Abandonment Discussion of this item was delayed awaiting the arrival of a guest who wished to speak on this abandonment. MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 Consent Agenda Item #8 - Proposed Resolution No. R97-69 Re: High Ridge Commerce Park PID buffer easement abandonment, Discussion of this item was delayed awaiting the arrival of a guest who wished to speak on this abandonment. Consent Agenda Item K - Authorize the Mayor to sign a Street Lighting Agreement with Florida Power & Light, and award a Tree Trimming Contract to Asplundh Tree Company in the amount of $2,700 for Miner Road. Mayor Taylor advised that he drove through this area and found that there is nothing facing this road except open tand. At the western end, at Congress Avenue, [here are a number of housing develooments on the north and south, but they are set back and do not face Miner Road. He is not convinced there is a need to spend the money required to light and maintain those lights on this road. n addition, the Police Department did a traffic survey and determined there is no necessity for lighting at this time. Therefore. he cannot justify this expenditure of funds Commissioner Jaskiewicz was concerned about the fact that this expenditure would be from the Contingency Fund. Furthermoro~ she is of the op~n~on that since the budget process will beg~n soon. the entire stretch of Miner Road should be evaluated to see if lighting is necessary. Commissioner Tillman feels this ghting is necessary because there is a lot of growth in this area and the corner of High Ridge Road and Miner Road is very dark. The street is lighter approaching Congress Avenue because of the housing developments. This is a shortcut used by many people, and there is a groat deal of concern about the dark areas. Commissioner Tillman'explained that the main concern is about the intersection of High Ridge Road and Miner Road. but for safety reasons, the entire length to Congress Avenue should be lighted. Commissioner Bradley feels that with the new extension of Miner Road. there will be a lot more traffic, and $4,000 to $5,000 to maintain the lights is a small price to pay to light this road. This is an expenditure which will have to oe made at some ~oint in the future. Motion Commissioner Tillman moved to approve Item K. Commissioner Bradley seconded the motion. Vice Mayor Titcomb questioned whether there is a compromise position that ca~ be reached reIative to the amount of lighting being reduced by identifying the worst areas and lighting them and using this as a prototype plan. Dale Sugerman Assistant City Manager, advised that since Miner Road is a County road. the lighting must meet their standards. The quotation from FPL meets the standards. It is not possible to install less than 26 lights, and they will not require more than 30 lights. The annual recurnng costs wilt depend on the number of lights installed MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 Commissioner Bradley requested that information be provided relative to whether a road with this level of service reou~res lighting, and Vice Mayor Titcomb questioned whether or not we can light the intersection only. Motion Commissioner Bradley moved to hold this item in abeyance until we get answers to the questions regarding partially lighting the road and the level of servme. Commissioner Jaskiewicz seconded the motion which carried unanimously. Consent Agenda Item O - Approve purchase of Mobile Speed monitoring Awareness Radar Trailer for the Police Department, Commissioner Jaskiewicz was very pleased to see this item. She questioned whether this will be visible from both sides and whether or not it can occasionally be placed on Congress Avenue. A representative of the Police Department advised that it is visible from only one side. Motion Commissioner Bradley moved to approve Item O. Vice Mayor Titcomb seconded the motion which carried unanimously. Consent Agenda Item Q - Approve Change Orders #2, #3, 7?4, and #5 for Lang Engineering for additional work in the IAQ Clean-u p Project (Totaling of $8,640.88). Commissioner Jaskiewicz felt that the WOrK involved in these change orders appeared to be typical of a remediation project She questioned the meaning of the original guaranteed price, E~i[~ DeBeck. Facilities Manager, explained that these change orders are for work that has nothing to do with the original contract with Lang. They cover the Pistol Range, Art Center and rework in the West Wing. This work is in addition to the contract. While the contractors were at work in City Hall. we asked them to address these other areas of concern. Motion Commissioner Jaskiewicz moved to approve Item Q. Commissioner Bradley seconded the motion which carried unanimously. Consent Agenda Item U - Approve transfer of funds from Contingency Fund for funding of three demolitions. (Total transfer not to exceed $25,000). In "esponse to Commissioner Jaskiewicz' question. City Manager Willis said the City will not acquire these properties and will put a lien on the properties for the value of the demolition. 10 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 Motion Commissioner Jaskiewicz moved to approve item U, Commissioner Til]ma~ seconded the motion which carried unanimously. iV. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: None V. ANNOUNCEMENTS & PRESENTATIONS: A. Announcements: 1. Tunes in Town Concert - May 16, 1997 - Oceanfront Park - 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - Celebration 50s to 70s Music Mayor Taylor made this announcement. B. Presentation: 1. Presentation by Maurice Rosenstock, Hunters Run, to the Police Department, Recreation & Park Department, Paramedics, and Library. Maurice Rosenstock, One Villa Lane, presented checks in the amounts of $1,500 to the Police Department. Recreation & Park Department Fire Department. and the Library on behalf of the Board of Governors of Hunters Run Golf and Racquet Club and its residents. Mayor Taylor extended the appreciation of the City Commission and the citizens of Boynton E~each for these donations. 2~ Proclamations: a National Safe Boating Week - May 17 through May 23, 1997 - Accepted by Gloria Bonnet, Flotilla #54 Commander Mayor Taylor read a Proclamation declaring the week of May 17-23, 1997. as "National Safe Boating Week". He presentect the Proclamation to Gloria Bonnet Flotilla #54 Commander. who thanked the City for its support. b. Drinking Water Week - May 4 through May 10, 1997 - Accepted by Bob Kenyon, Deputy Utility Director Mayor Taylor read a Proclamation declaring the week of May 4-10 t997. as "Drinking Water Week". He ~resented the Proclamation to Bob Kenyon who expressed pride in the City's facilities, and thanked the Commissioners for their support. 11 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 3. Presentation of Classic Movies on Video to Virginia Farace, Library Director by Sid Snyder, Adelphia Cable Sid Snyder, Community Relations Coordinator for Adelphia Cable, said t qas been a pleasure to work with the business community, the Chamber of Commerce, the Library, and the City Commissioners. He introduced Mark Alford, General Manager of Adelphia Cable. Mark Alford advised that Adelphia Cable is a family-owned business run by the Rigas family. He provided a brief r~istory of the company and information on future plans. He presented Virginia Farace. Library Director. with videocassettes of quality classic films from the narrative television network. Sighted and visually-impaired people can enjoy these films. Ms. Farace thanked Adelphia Cable on behalf of the Library, City Commissioners and the citizens of Boynton Beach. These videos will be'added to the Library's video collection. 4~ Presentation by Clarence Anthony - Minority Recruitment Action Plan This item was addressed earlier in the meeting. 5. Presentation by Claudia Kirk Since Ms. Kirk was not present, this presentation was delayed until a later date. VI. BIDS: A. Award bid for Phase II, West Plant Expansion, to Interstate Engineering Corporation, in the amount of $2,235,500, and authorize execution of contract (Proposed Resolution No. R97-73) ~otion Commissioner Bradley moved to approve. carried unanimously. VII. PUBLIC HEARING: A. Commissioner Tillman seconded the motion which Project: Pollo Tropical at Shoppes of Boynton POSTPONED TO MAY 6, '1997 CITY COMMISSION MEETING Agent: David S. Drobner, Esquire Owner: Draper and Kramer of Florida, Inc. Location: Northeast corner of Congress Avenue and Quantum Boulevard Description: ABANDONMENT - Abandonment of a portion of a 15' wide utility easement. 12 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 Consensus There was a consensus of the Commission to postpone this application until the City Commission meeting of May 20. 1997. VIII. PUBLIC AUDIENCE: Mike Friedland, 330 NE 26th Avenue, reminded the Commissioners of the discussions during the Vision 20/20 Conference relative to the possibility of privatizing several City departments, He requested that the Commission consider privatizin§ the City's garbage and waste removal services. He presented a number of rsasons why the City would benefit from this type of privatization. (A copy of his speech is attached to the odginal set of minutes on file in the City Clerk's Office.) Mr Fdedland urged the Commissioners to include this item on an upcoming agenda. Dee Zibelli, 440 Ocean Parkway, said she was very angry during e past Commission meeting when a gentleman accused the City of being responsible for the loss of his house She explained that this was not true and that this house is located two houses north of Gateway Boulevard The property is full of ridiculous items that are used for yard sales. She is hopeful this house and the one owned by the CDC will be taken care of soon. Mayor Taylor advisedlhat the house in question is scheduled for demolition this week, and the City is attempting to helo the property owner relocate. The City Manager has contacted the CDC building owners to let them know the City has been waiting long enough for action on that oroperty, and it is time for them to begin work Yolanda Cabrera is a resident whose daugnzer was killed recently on Seacrest Boulevard when a speeding car hit her as she crossed the street She explained thai vehicular traffic exceeds the 40 mph speed limit on this road. and this presents a very serious problem in the area between NE 14TM Avenue and NE 19~h Avenue where the road curves. She urged the Commissioners to help with this situation before another child is killed Mayor Taylor explained that Seacrsst Boulevard is a County road. and they must address this situation. The City has recently halted the resurfacing of Seacrest Boulevard north of Boynton Beach Bou evard while we attempt to work with the County b3 install traffic calming devices in th~s area. Harry Walker, 130 NE 26TM Avenue, advised that placards are posted on City buses #75 and #76 advising that the Saturday service will be discontinued after May 19. He questioned why there were no legal ads published announcing a public hearing since this is a change to City policy. He explained that Saturday bus service is very important for the public and these routes are so crowded that one gentleman had to sit on the floor. He oresented a ~etition containing the signatures of 160 people in the VRG and Boynton Bay apartments who do not have cars ana depend on this bus service. Eliminating this Saturday service will take away the day of pleasure these people have. He begged the Commissioners not to eliminate this Saturday service. 13 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 An Unidentified woman from Boynton Bav said she uses the bus service every Saturday for recreational purposes. She urged the Commissioners notto eliminate this service. Commissioner Jaskiewicz offered to contact this woman ne~ week to discuss this situation with her. Sonny Garcia, Vice President-of the RollinR Green Association, requested City Manager Willis' presence at the next neighborhood association meeting to be held on May 15tn at 7:00 City Manager Willis advised that she will be out of town on that day, but will have a representative present at the meeting. She asked Mr. Garcia to arrange an appointment with her in her office to discuss the concerns of the residents in this neighborhood Mayor Taylor explained that the Commissioners frequentIy have several places to go n the evemngs and may not be able to attend every meeting. However. they are very interested in what the.associations are doing, and they want the associations to keep the invitations open. It is hopeful that the new Neighborhood Specialist wil be abIe to address the community's concerns. James Miriana, 728 NE 8t~ Avenue, addressed the Commissioners about the condition of Gateway Boulevard. He recalled that a number of years ago, there were discussions about improvements to be made to this road. but nothing has been done to date. Mayor Taylor reported that Gateway Boulevard is currently out for design bids to be three- laned, curbed, landscaped, lighted, and have sidewalks installed. This is a $75C 300 County project. This project will begin in the fall. and be completed next year. WITH NO ONE ELSE WISHING TO SPEAK AT PUBLIC AUDIENCE MAYOR TAYLOR DECLARED A BRIEF RECESS. THE MEETING RECONVENED AT 8:30 P.M. IX. DEVELOPMENT PLANS: Project: Agent: Owner: Location: Description: Cool Care, Inc. Alan M. Strassler. R.A. Cool Care. Inc. Eastern terminus of Thor Drive SITE PLAN - Request for site plan approval to construct a 25.430 square foot manufacturing building on 4.42 acres of land. Attorney Cherof administered the oath to all who would be testifying relative to this project. Alan Strassler, Architect and aRent for this project, said this project was discussed at the Planning and Development Board meeting, and he reviewed the staff report, and has no disagreement with any of the conditions. This project will be south of Caloosa Park. Cool Care is mowng from Deerfield Beach and would like to be in operation by Labor Day. 14 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 Tambri Heyden. Planning and Zoning Director. advised that the Planning and Development Board unanimously approved this application with two changes. The first change is the deletion of Comment #40 and the addition of a comment that deals with the building elevations. Staff has no objection with either of those comments. MAYOR TAYLOR ANNOUNCED "FHE PUBLIC HEARING. THERE WAS NO ONE PRESENT WHO WISHED TO SPEAK ON THIS PROJECT. Motion Commissioner Jaskiewicz moved to approve the site plan request to construct a 25,430 square foot manufacturing building on 4.42 acres of land. Vice Mayor Titcomb seconded the motion. Attorney Cherof confirmed with Commissioner Jaskiewicz that the motion incorporates Planning and Development Board Comments 45 and 46 and deletes Comment #40, The motion carried unanimously. X. NEW BUSINESS: A Items for discussion requested by Mayor Jerry Tay Ior: 1. Appointment of Jim Reed as a voluntary representative to the Lake Worth Lagoon Program Steering Committee, Mayor Taylor reported that he was approached by Jim Reed, a member of the Lake Worth Lagoon Program Steering Committee. who advised that Boynton Beach is not represented on that Committee. If it is the Commission's desire, he would like to serve as [he City's representative. Commissioner Jaskiewicz feels Mr. Reed has outstanding qualifications for this appointment. Motion Commissioner Jaskiewicz moved to approve the appointment of Jim Reed as a voluntary representative to the Lake Worth Lagoon Program Steering Committee. Commissioner Tillman seconded the motion Commissioner Bradley said this is a critical initiative that a number of municipalities around the Lake Worth Lagoon are involved in. There was a resolution from one of the cities to gear up for the stormwater utility mandates that will come into effect in 2001. Mr. Reed will be a wonderful representative. Vice Mayor Titcomb feels Jim Reed is an excellent person to do this. and he urged him to report back to the Commission on a regular basis to keep the Commission abreast of these issues. The motion carried unanimously. 15 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 20% dues increase, which ts a $1,545 increase. This brings the total lee to $9.270. Commissioner Bradley feels the benefits outweigh the cost. Mayor Taylor congratulated Commissioner Bradley for his selection to serve on this study group. Motion Vice Mayor Titcomb moved to approve the expenditures. Commissioner Jaskiewicz seconded the motion which carried unanimously. 2. Neighborhood Matching Grant Proposal Commissioner Bradley explained that neighborhood associations would apply for matching grants, and only 5% or 10% of the match could be in the form of cash. The way to match the funds is by manhours. He feels that as the Neighborhood Specialist comes on board, and more neighborhoods organize, this would be a great way for them to get motivated. They would be able to apply for a $10.000 or $15.000 matching grant to be used for traffic calming devices signage, or other improvements. Commissioner Tillman feels this is a. great idea and believes it will be a good program as more neighborhoods organize. He feels this program should be reviewed by staff as a possible budget item for next year, Mayor Taylor recommended turning this program over to the Neighborhood Specialist to work with the City Manager to try to fund this in the new budget. 3. Uses in Quantum Park Commissioner Bradley expressed some concern that Quantum Park might become a distribution center. Although Publix and Costco will be good partners, he does not feel these types of centers will produce the quality jobs the City wants. He would like to attract more businesses like BGI that create jobs and positions. The tax base is important, but jobs are more important. Commissioner Tillman felt this was a point well taken However. he pointed out that the City may not always be in a position to get businesses like BGI. He feels we should move forward to get quality types of business but this must be a "give and take" situation. High quality jobs are very necessary, as is a viable tax base. Costco is a strong corporate leader. Commissioner Jaskiewicz feels Quantum Park is large enough to accept this type of business and another BGI-type of bus,ness. She is pleased that Costco has made a decision to enter Quantum Park because this will greatly increase the tax base. Mayor Taylor feels this is the right location for this type of distribution center. Not every company will create a tremendous number of jobs. but we are working on bringing in companies of that type. Our goal will be to bring ~n companies who bring multiple jobs with 17 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 them. Costco will be a good corporate neighbor and will add to the tax base on land that has been vacant. Items for discussion requested by Commissioner Henderson Tillman 1.. Establish date and time to schedule a Town Meeting at City Hall in the Mall Commissioner Tillman recommended conducting a Town Meeting at City Hall in the Mall as part of putting the Vision "quick victories" into focus. Commissioner Jaskiewicz expressed concern about the amount of space available at City Hall in the Mall. However. Mayor Taylor recalled that when the grand opening of City Hall in the Mail was held. the Mall allowed the City to put chairs outside the office. He recommended working with Mall representatives to see if it is possible to do that again. Commissioner Bradley supports this Town Meeting, and suggested conducting regular City Commission meetings at City Hall in the Mall in the future. He further suggested that each Commissioner designate a ocation within his/her district for a regular City Commission meeting. Commissioner Jaskiewicz feels it would be very difficult to conduct a regular City Commission meeting outside of City Hall because of the numbers of people that attend and the development plans that are reviewed. Consensus There was a consensus of the Commission to hold the Town Meeting at City Hall in the Mall on May 29, 1997. at 7:00 p.m. There will be no agenda, and the public will be able to discuss any issue. D. Consider request from the Pete Rose Ballpark Caf~ to host a special event at Catalina Centre on Sunday, May 18th, Motion Commissioner Jaskiewicz moved to approve the request from Pete Rose Caf8 to host a special event car show at Catalina Centre on Sunday, May 18 1997. Commissioner Tillman seconded the motion which carried unanimously. XI. LEGAL: A Ordinances - 2"d Reading - PUBLIC HEARING: proposed Ordinance No. O97-11 Re: Establishment of a Local Housing Assistance Program pursuant to the requirements of the State Housing Initiatives Partnership Act. 18 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. O97-11 by title only. MAYOR TAYLOR ANNOUNCED THE PUBLIC HEARING. THERE WAS NO ONE PRESENT WHO WISHED TO SPEAK ON THIS ORDINANCE. Motion Commissioner Tillman moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. O97-11 on second reading. Commissioner Jaskiewicz seconded the motion. Commissioner Bradley questioned whether we had information relative to the State Housing Partnership's feelings about the composition and function of this committee. City Manager Willis will provide that information. City Clerk Sue Kruse polled the vote. The vote was unanimous. B. Ordinances - Ist Reading: 1 Proposed Ordinance No. O97-12 Re: Abolishing the Board of Zoning Appeals Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. O97-12 by title only. Motion Vice Mayor Titcomb moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. O97-12 on first reading. Commissioner Tillman seconded the motion City Clerk Sue Kruse polled the vote. The vote was unanimous. 2 Proposed Ordinance No. O97-13 Re: Abolishing the Community Redevelopment Advisory Board-Central Business District (CRAB-CBD) Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. O97-13 by title only. Motion Vice Mayor Titcomb moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. O97-13 on first reading. Commissioner Jaskiewicz seconded the motion. City Clerk Sue Kruse polled the vote. The vote was unanimous 3. Proposed Ordinance No, O97-14 Re: Abolishing the Visions 20/20 Implementation Task Force Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. O97-14 by title only, 19 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 Motion Commissioner Tillman moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. O97-14 on first reading. Commissioner Jaskiewicz seconded the motion Commissioner Bradley reminded the Commissioners of discussion which took place at the joint meeting with the Chamber of Commerce relative to this issue, He feels it would be a good idea for the Chamber to put together a task force to work with the task group and report back to the Commission. This would be a focus group that would not be subject to the Sunshine Laws. Commissioner Jaskiewicz does not feel tnis is the appropriate time for such a committee With staff and ~he Commission being so nvolved, it creates another step in the process, A more appropriate time for such a committee might be at the end of the consultant's project, Vice Mayor Titcomb advised that he would not want another committee. However, this group could watch the process from this ooint forward. They will not be an advisory board and they will not be subject to the Sunshine Laws Commissioner Tillman feels th s weu d be adding another layer that would slow the process. Mayor Taylor pointed out that the consultant will have to follow the direction of this Commission because the Commissioners are responsible to the taxpayers. However, as this project becomes a reality and we begin implementation, we would probablY want an oversight task force to stay on top of the project to ensure that it continues to move forward. Mayor Taylor does not believe that task force should be a Chamber committee. That committee should be made up of all segments of the community including the Chamber. City Clerk Sue Kruse polled the vote. The vote was unanimous. Proposed Ordinance No. O97-15 Re: Providing additional authority, functions, powers, and duties to the Planning & Development Board. Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. O97-15 by title only. MOtion Commissioner Jaskiewicz moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. O97-15 on first reading. Commissioner Tillman seconded the motion. Commissioner Bradley would like to see this board restaffed; and suggested that the composition of the board be made up of members from the Board of Zoning Appeals and CRAB as well as the Planning and Development Board. Mayor Taylor advised that any of the duties being given to the Planning and Development Board can be appealed to the City Commission. Attorney Cherof said this was the intent of the Ordinance, and he will make certain that is the situation. 2O MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 It was confirmed that there are four appointments be to filled on this board. City Clerk Sue Kruse polled the vote. The vote was unammous. In response to Commissioner Bradley's question. Mayor Taylor said he would not support restaffing this entire board. He feels it should remain as is and when openings are available, the applicants will be considered for reappointment. Commissioner Jaskiewicz explained that this board requires specific qualifications. She reviewed the qualifications of the present members, and they almost mirror other cities that were surveyed. Six or seven of the appointees have professional expertise in certain areas, and the remaining members are lay people. Commissioner Bradley explained that he is not questioning the qualifications of the members. but feels that since this board will be taking on the duties of the Board of Zoning Appeals and CRAB. there should be an opportunity for those people to apply and be considered. C. Resolutions: 1. Proposed Resolution No. R97-74 Marina Development Agreement Re: Authorize execution of Attomey Cheref read Proposed Resolution No, R97-74 by title only. Attorney Cherof advised that a handout was presented this evening which is a redraft of the Agreement numbered 009-5/5/97. He reviewed the following changes to the Agreement as follows: Page 4 - Article 8 - We have extended the duration of the Agreement from three years to four years. The project is still required to be completed within three years. However. by having some buffer time with respect to the term of the Agreement this will allow for wrap- up of legal issues and issues related to the incentives beyond the term of the project. · Page 4 - Article 8c. Provides that if the developer makes a request, he can obtain an extension of the site plan which runs for one year. Page 5 (Middle of Page) - This section deals with the scope of the project. In this provision, it states that the site plan will be fully implemented within three years from the date of the Agreement: It also provides that no Occupational License will be issued for the boat storage facility until a CO and Occupational License are issued for at least one of the two restaurants shown on the site plan. Page 6 -Article '12 (Casa Loma Boulevard) - This requires the developer to maintain all of the imprOvements that are going to be constructed on Casa Loma Boulevard. This includes parking spaces, markings for parking, and some dumpster locations. The developer can do this through the formation of the merchants, a property owners' association, or by 21 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COM MISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 his expenditures are locked in. (If the developer is able to have the work done for less than quoted in Exhibit "1". he will still be reimbursed the amount noted in the Exhibit ) Pa.qe 10 (continuation of Economic Incentives - Any expenditures by lhe City, either directly or indirectly, would constitute a lien against this property, and the lien would not be reduced until the project is corn pletely finished. (This is the City's security.) There are two "outs" for the developer under "A" and "B" on Page 10: A. The developer's ability to bond off the lien by providing the separate and distinct surety in favor of the City; and B. The developer would be able to advance payment for all of the incentives and when the project is complete, he can seek reimbursement from the City. If the developer does not elect either of these options, we would go into the reduction as follows: 1. One-third when the site work is completed: 2. One-third paid out to the developer upon completion of the building shells: 3. One-third when Certificates of Occupancy are issued and 4. a 10% retainer to be released at the end of the project. · Page 11 - Paragraph 19 (Non-Assignability) - This paragraph was deleted because it is duplicated on Page 14, Paragraph 29. Page 14, Paragraph 29 - The incentives are assignable by the developer to any corporation, partnership, or other entity or trust controlled by Eddie Garcia, or in which he has decision-making authority. Page 14, Paragraph 30 (Proiect Expansion) - Some language was deleted. The Ordinances which will be addressed at the next meeting will eliminate the necessity for any specific reference to the number of existing parking spaces. All of the changes have been negotiated with the developer and his representatives. Attorney Cherof recommends approval of the Agreement as redrafted. Mayor Taylor reported that Mr. Garcia contacted him and offered to provide the City with a trolley and driver that would operate after hours in the evening from the marina project up to the City parking area around the recreation center. Mayor Taylor would like this offer included in the Developer's Agreement. This service will be open to anyone who wishes to ride to any site in that area. Attorney Cherof advised that this concept can be incorporated into Exhibit "D" which lists the public facilities being made available. .23 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 Vice Mayor Titcomb referred to Page 6 where the Casa Loma overlook dock area is referenced. He questioned the limitations involved if other properties in the area want to improve their areas before this Agreement is in full swing. Attorney Cherof advised that there is nothing contained within this DevelQper's Agreement that operates within the Casa Loma right-of-way, and there is nothing that would prohibit any of the adjacent property owners from proceeding with development of their properly at this time, or ~ncorporating ~mprovements to their dock area with the dock improvement in this Agreement. The Ordinance changes that will come before the Commission will enhance the ability of all of these adjacent property owners to move forward with their concepts for redevelopment. In response to Vice Mayor Titcomb's question about shared parking, and all property owners in the area benefiting from the parking formulas and parking availability, Attorney Cherof explained that the parking formula changes will be throughout the entire downtown area. The mprovements to Casa Loma Boulevard. although they are ~mprovements to the public right-of- way, do not carry with them any restrictive parking. They are open to the public Adjacent property owners who do not currently have parking, or have substandard parking, will have the benefit of that improvement. Commissioner Bradley pointed out that the property owners will have access to those spaces. out cannot claim them. Attorney Cherof agreed but pointed out that the Ordinance changes will address a reduction in the required parking for the entire area. and a fee in lieu of parking spaces that will work to the benefit of the property owners Commissioner Bradley confirmed with Attorney Cherof that the fee in lieu of parking is not required by the marina developer. Commissioner Tillman requested clarification of Item 1 on Exhibit "D" which states. "The City will design and construct off-site water and sewer facilities sized to accommodate the projected build-out capacity of the project". Attorney Cherof explained that this is the tie-in to the existing system to bring it to the edge of the property. The connection to the property will be a $120.000 expenditure by the City for this improvement. This does not include drainage. This is only the tie-in to the main water system and the gravity sewer system. Joe Scaggs, Contract purchaser of the Two Georges site, has plans to redo the entire site. and intends to make Two Georges a very nice restaurant He woulc be willing to immediately put in new docks. However. he has not had an opportunity to review this Developer's Agreement. This morning, he purchased a copy of the Developer's Agreement that was contained in the back-up packet: however, that has been changed. He does not feel it is fair to Mrs Hall or himself to discuss this Developer's Agreement at this time. They are both willing to work with the City, but they need an opportunity to review the Agreement. Prior to the vots there was discussion about all of the parking being shared parking That is not spelled out in the Agreement he eossesses. He reviewed the tapes of the meeting he had His deal is contingent upon the parking, and needs clarification on this issue. 24 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CiTY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY $, 1997 Attorney Cheref advised that the Agreement as drafted, deals with the issue of shared parking even though that terminology is not evident in the document, Within the body of the document is the release of the existing license agreement in favor of Mr, Garcia. The language with respect to Casa Loma Boulevard indicates that it is all public space and unrestricted. Mr. Scaggs explained that his concern centers around the fact that there is more than just Casa Loma Boulevard involved. There are other uses in the area and the people will use the closest parking spaces. This will not be a pedestrian friendly area if the business owners have cars towed away. This is a major issue. Attorney Cherof said there has been no retraction from shared parking, it may not have been addressed specifically enough, but an amendment could be made to the document. Attorney Cherof explained that there is nothing in this Developer's Agreement that would impact any work on the Two Georges property. The City can add a clause to make it very clear that ali oarking spaces on this project are open to the public. A woman from the audience said she was astonished to read in the newspaper that this City Commission intends to pay the developer 50% of the incentives up front, and the remaining 50% before he finishes the project. She asked if this story is true. Attorney Cherof advised that Page 10 of the Developer's Agreement contains language which protects the City n this expenditure. The City will have a lien on the property for any out-of- pocket expenditures made to the third par~y contractors for impact fees. etc. There s an opportunity for bonding the project or having the developer pay up front. In any event, there wil be no release of the lien or payment of the incentives, until the project is 100% completed. Mayor Taylor pointed out that this negotiation has been ongoing for two years. This Agreement is not final until a vote is taken this evening. The negotiation process has been open to the public. Mayor Taylor further clarified that the incentives are in the form of permit fees. The City is not giving the developer money. Janet Hall. 700 Casa Loma Boulevard, said when Casa Loma Boulevard is licensed, it ~s done in perpetuity. By doing this. the City will be cutting off more than 200' of her frontage on Casa Loma that can be used for parking. About the same amount of space is being taken from the Two Georges, She questioned whether the City needs to license Casa Loma Boulevard since this has been a City street for over 30 years, and she would like to see it maintained in that fashion. Licensing [his street will not solve the parking problem. Attorney Cherof advised that this will be a non-exclusive easement on the property that can be released by mutual consent. This will restore the original right-of-way, unencumbered by any License Agreement so that Casa Loma goes back to what it was before the License Agreement was enacted. This has no effect on Mrs. Hall's property since it is still a public right-of-way. The only difference is that the public parking spaces which are haphazardly scattered on unimproved and unpaved property, will now have paving and lines. 25 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 Mrs. Hall said she will not be ab[e to use the 14 or 15 spaces on her property because she will not have access to them. On a number of occasions, the businesses have been assured that no one would be put out of business and the parking problem downtown would be solved. Mrs. Hal supports the manna project: however, she feels that the City will be eliminating any possible use of the street for ~)arking. Attorney Cherof assured Mrs. Hall that there will be parking on her side of the street within the right-of-way. If Mrs. Hall can reconfigure her property through redevelopment in a manner that allows construction of a parking lot on the proper[y, the appropriate curb cuts will be made to allow access to the property. The City is not taking any property to accommodate the marina. He further pointed out that Mrs. Hall's business is currently unsupported by parking on the property. This business survives through the graces of Mr. Garcia and the City's public parking. He confirmed that r~o portion of Mrs. Hall's property was calculated into any of the improvements. He advised that if Mrs. Hall is contemplating constructing a parking lot on her property, this would be the appropriate time to coordinate with this project. Mrs. Hal said she has a otter from the City from 10 years ago that said she would have 25 spaces in front of the building that would count toward her property. She believes that is being eliminated. She questioned again whether it was necessary to do anything at all with Casa Loma. Attorney Cherof advised that the City intends to improve Casa Loma Boulevard since it is currently in deplorable condition and remains unimproved by any of the adjacent property owners. All of the oarking spaces to be constructed will De public spaces. With assurance from the City Commission Mrs. Hall agreed to accept this explanatio~ Scoff McClearv, owner of Dive Shop I1, said in order to sustain the Occupational License he has for the dive boat, he needs to identify a certain number of parking spaces. He is not concerned about ownership or the shared parking. The only concern he has is whether or not he will have to have a certain number of spaces he can physically point to in order to maintain the Occupational License for his dive shop and dive boat. Attorney Cherof advised that this is one of the items that will be addressed in the LDRs. He urged Mr. McCleary to offer his input on this issue, and advised that the Ordinance will come before the Commission on first reading at the next meeting. The second reading of the Ordinance wiII be a public hearing at the following meeting. Vice Mayor Titcomb advised that through all of the negotiations relative to the marina, there was never any intention to put anyone out of business or to eliminate parking spaces. He reminded everyone that he will be watching for these issues. The intent is to make sure all of the existing spaces are counted and the shared parking concept is part of the deal. Commissioner Bradley pointed out that there is no mention in this Agreement about repairs. He would like to see an amendment that would speak specifically to the repairs, Jf any, that will be permitted on the site. Although minor repairs are mentioned, he would like a list of those types of repairs. 26 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACHi FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 Attorney Cherof said there is nothing in the body of the Agreement that speaks of this issue. The language addressing this point would be contained in one of the 141 cot~ditions. That type of language can be incorporated into the Agreement. Commissioner Bradley would like that language ~ncorporated into the Agreement. Motion Vice Mayor Titcomb moved to approve Proposed Resolution No. R97-74 for authorizing execution of the Marina Developer's Agreement with two additional orovisions of language being added to Schedule "E" regarding the shared parking arrangements with adjacent property owners and also language added in the appropriate place that defines what minor repairs are in the marina project, and the changes referenced in Draft 009. Commissioner Jaskiewicz seconded the motion which carried 3-2. (Commissioners Bradley and TiIIman dissented.) Commissioner Bradley reminded ,everyone present that there will be two readings on the Ordinance for this item 2. Proposed Resolution No. R97-75 Re: Adoption of Visions 20/20 Action Plan. Phase I (Quick Victory Projects) Attorney Cherof read Proposed Resolution No R97-75 by title only. Motion Commissioner Jaskiewicz moved to approve Proposed Resolution No. R97-75. Vice Mayor Titcomb seconded the motion which carried unanimously. D. Other: 1. Consider Reduction of Code Enforcement Lien at 720 South Seacrest Boulevard Scott Blasie, Code Enforcement Administrator, advised that this went before the Code Enforcement Board for a reduction, and they recommended no fine in this case. The property owner was present. Motion Commissioner Jaskiewicz moved to support the Code Enforcement Board's recommendation. Commissioner Tillman seconded the motion which carried unanimously. 2. Consider Reduction of Code Enforcement Lien at 219 NW 4th Avenue Scott Blasie, Code Enforcement Administrator, advised that the Code Enforcement Board recommended lowering the amount of the fine to $250. The property owner, Mr. Johnson, was present. 27 MEETING MINUTES REGIJ LAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 Mr. Blasie advised that he inspected the property last week and it remains in compliance. Mr Johnson did a great deal of work after we put him on notice that we would demolish the house unless he rehabilitated it. Mr Johnson's attorney and a representative of the mortgage company intend to hold money m escrow to make sure permits are pulled and the repairs are done. The pool is secured and taken care of. Mr. Johnson did a very nice job in cleaning up this property. He has complied with the Community Appearance Code and all Code violations. Motion Commissioner Ti[Iman moved to approve reduction of the Code Enforcement lien at 219 NW 4TM Avenue. Commissioner Bradley seconded the motion which carried unanimously. XII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: A Status report on James Duncan & Associates, Planning Consultant for the Visions 20/20 Tambri Heyden Planning and Zoning Director. advised that since the agenda back-up was prepared, she met with Hank Skokowski and Henry er about eight points itemized in the memorandum. Mr. Iler submitted a revised scope of services addressing the eight points. (He submitted a copy of the revised scope of services which is attached to the original copy of these minutes on file in the City Clerk's Office.) Henry Iler introduced the team which included Hank Skokowski of Urban Design Studios. Kahart Pinder with David Plummer and Associates. and Carla Bryant. Public Involvement Specialist. Mr. Iler reported that the detailed scope of services and costs originally submitted on April 24'n. has been revised after a meeting with staff. He reviewed the packet of material. The packet of material included a detailed scope of services and cost document, as well as a projec~ schedule and work product deliverables. In the previous scope of work and costs, there was a proposed fee of $194.000. Since that time. several changes were made and the fee has been reduced to $!69,506. This was done after the team discovered the following: That there are information sources available that will allow them to reduce the overall field research by 49 hours. The City will be required to do a housing plan for the HUD Block Grant Funding. After reviewing the public notice, the team was able to identify 38 hours of time that could be eliminated by using that work product. A long planning weekend was planned for halfway through the project. That weekend session was reduced to a one-day planning workshop, thereby allowing the team to eliminate 45 hours of time. The proposed on-line Web page to keep citizens abreast of what was happening has been eliminated and this can be accomplished [hrough newsletters. The decision to produce a marketing brochure will be made further along in the process. The team was able to find a colored renderings firm that uses computer graphics rather than handmade drawings. This will allow the team to reduce the colored renderings cost by about 50%. 28 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 None of these reductions will jeopardize the final product in any way, The team feels it is ~mportant to establish momentum for the program from the very beginning. They have a time frame of 11 months, but feel it is important to identify key products that meet pressing City needs, elevate the visibility of the product, and create the momentum The team has identified the following: A concept plan of the Marina Area Plan will be available within 90 days. The CRA parking strategy for the downtown wiII be available within the first four months. The CRA boundary expansion will be investigated, and the study will be completed within the first five months The strategic revitalization plan for the residential target neighborhoods would be finalized within the first six months of the project During months 7 through 11, there will be discussion about the concept plans for downtown, and the marina, and they will bring all of this together into an implementation program. n response to Commissioner Bradley's question about describing existing information sources Mr. lief explained that the team discovered documents, some of which were generated by Palm Beach County, for housing, and economic development studies that are very recent, n addition, census updates are available from the U. S. Census Bureau. Commissioner Bradley directed everyone to the information on the residential target area. and noted that the eastern area from Boynton Beach Boulevard north is not included. He questioned whether there will be areas that are not picked up. He would hate for the area west of Seacrest around MLK not to be included in the residential target area. He wondered why this area would have been neglected. Ms Heyden confirmed that the boundaries included are those contained in the RFP from the Vision document. Mr. Skokowski explained that from an urban design standpoint, the four corners of an intersection should be looked at It is his intention to address all areas of concern. Moving over a couple of blocks is not a problem, and it will be easy to refine the scope of work. Commissioner Bradley asked the team to elaborate on being environmentally friendly. Mr. Skokowski advised that with regard to concepts of streetscapes and open space, they typically emphasize xeriscape concepts. However, there will be exceptions in certain areas He feels there will be enough diversity in this project to maintain that type of objective. The team will be looking at all of the City's regulations as they apply to development within the area. Commissioner Jaskiewicz questioned whether there is any flexibility with regard to the proposal relative to hours and times. She asked whether the team would bill accordingly if they find other documents available to provide information as they move forward, or whether they would apply that time to another area. 29 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR,CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 Mr. lier advised that the team has taken a complete look at the charrette documents, and utilized them to the maximum extent in putting this document together. Some of the sources are outdated, and others do not include enough specific information. If other information is located, the team will either allocate the time to another area with staff's approval, or look'at it as cost savings. Commissioner Jaskiewicz asked whether the team has considered the p~ans for the proposed marina. Mr. Iler explained that those plans will be considered, but their Marina Area Plans go outside the boundary of the marina project. They will take a new look at the manna and not be bound by. the improvements that are there. New projects and themes going ~n will be carefully looked at to continue it through the entire district. Mr. let advised that Project 1.9 is project goals and objectives. This would involve looking at maps with the staff and the Commission, and reporting what the team discovered during the frst month The item of geography may be one of the first items to be looked at. Mayor Taylor advised that the City budgeted approximately $150.000 for this project. He questioned what would have to be eliminated to reduce the cost of the project by $20,000. Mr. Iler said he could review this list-w~th staff to see if there are items that are not a priority at this time. Mayor Taylor requested that the team review this again to see if they can get to the $150.000 figure. response to the Mayor's question. Mr. ler said the City will pay based on work products or on monthly basis. This is a fairly rapid project so that either method of payment is satisfactory. Commissioner Jaskiewicz explained that DOT has control over the traffic patterns throughout downtown, and that plans are available in the City Manager's Office relative to work they will be doing. She suggested that Task 4.4 might be able to be reduced since the City has r~o control over these issues. Mayor Taylor questioned how the Commission could proceed this evening, without having worked out the final cost. Attorney Cherof suggested not fixing anything this evening. The team should come back with their proposal and cost. Mr. IIer suggested that the team combine the final work out of the price with a draft contract at the next meeting; The Commission had no objection to this request. Mr. Skokowski advised that he was hoping to have some direction because the design portion of this project is his responsibility. Design is very time intensive. That time can be devoted two ways: 1. The geographic area to be covered is quite extensive. This will take time to inventory, document, meet with people and deal with the various issues; and 3O MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 6, 1997 CiTY OF BOYNTON BEACH Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk ~ ~ [~,~cording Secretary i ~'"~Five Tapes) Vi, ~om missie/ne~/ /- _~ ~ommissioner Commissioner 32 · __amd associates james a unoan 15267 75~ Avenue North I Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418 v: 561 5752751 I f: 561 7479320 ! e-m: jdaplan@aot.oom May 5, 1997 Ms. Tambri Hayder~ Director Planning and Zoning Department City of Boynton Beach 100 East Boynton Beach Boulevard Boynton Beach, FL 33425-0310 Re: Revised Scope and Costs for 20/20 Implementation Project Dear Ms. Hayden: In response to staffreview of our initial 4-24-97 draft project scope and cost submittal, I have enclosed the following items: Revised work scope, hours and cost table; Project time schedule; and List of work product deliverables. The total project cost associated with tins revised scope is $169,506 winch represems a reduction of 13% from the previous fee_ Based on our recent meeting with you, we made several changes winch served to reduce our proposed cost substantially, as summarized below: 1.) Over the past several weeks we discovered several useful, existing information sources winch allowed us to reduce overall research and field survey time by 49 hours. 2.) The City is required to do an updated HUD housing plan tins summer to update its CDBG program. Using data expected to come from that project enabled us to cut another 38 hours. 3.) The "long planning weekend" was reduced to a Saturday workshop; this saved 45 hours. 4.) The on-line "Web site page" for public involvement was deleted, cutting 45 hours. 5.) The marketing brochure (color) at the end of the project was converted to an optional task, saving 50 hours. It was felt this might be able to be funded from other sources next year if the Commission deems k appropriate at that time. 6.) In general, the JDA team "sharpened its pencil" and selectively cut an additional 96 hours in order to ensure project resources would be allocated efficiently. Our team does not feet tha~anY of'these reductions will jeopardize the final product, an exciting and implementable redevelopment program for Boynton Beach. Pa~e 2 The enclosed Project Schedule contemplates a completion timeframe of 11 months, as proposed in our original RFP response. You will note that we have proposed several key project elements for expedited completion in order to address pressing city needs, elevate project visibility and create early momentum. We would like to finish the Marina Area Plan within three (3) months of project start, thus giving the city an early development blueprint for this critical area. The CRA Parking Strategy will be finished four (4) months into the project helping the city get a headstart in solving a critical problem in downtown. The CRA Boundary Expansion Study is slated for completion within five (5) months enabling that process to proceed on a fast-track and start generating tax revenue as soon as possible. Finally, the Strategic Revitalization Plan for Residential Target Areas is to be final/zed six (6) months into the project. Our team would welcome any suggestions from staffor the Commission to change the above expedited tasks or add others. I hope this package of project contrac¢ materials addresses your comments, as well as those of the Manager, Commission and interested citizens. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or comments regarding this package. Our team looks forward to the City Commission meeting tomorrow night, and the opportunity to finalize the work scope and cost for this unique Redevelopment Implementation Program. er, AI~P Planning Services Director HBI:mtd \enclOsures (3) James Duncan and Associates ! t 5267 75~ Avenue North I Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418 v: 561 5752751 ! f: 561 747 9320 1 e-m: jdaplan@aoLcam Boynton Beach 20/20 Vision Implementation Program Draft 5-5-97 Detailed Scope of Services and Costs Project Goal Prepare an action-oriented Vision 20/20 Implementation Program for the redevelopment of dow~atown Boynton Beach, other key commercial corridors and supporting neighborhoods xvhich comprise the Community Redevelopment Area. This community prolect will be driven by a central, unifying theme and creadve ideas developed through facilitation of effective and contin-ing pubhc involvement. The program will incorporate Ml prior planning efforts and be based on realistic economic, land use, urban design and mmsporradon analyses, however the primary emphasis will be on meaningful accomplishments in the near and long term future. The final report w/ll be graphically-oriented and present specific design plans, neighborhood housing strategies, land use recommendations and land development code amendments as a coherent whole for the community redevelopment area. Most importantly, it will specify a deta/led implementation program outlying spec/tic actions, estimated costs, responsible agencies, viable funding sources and coordinated fimeframes. A central implementation authority will also be recommended along w/th quantified annual progress goals to help city residents assess program success. This success will be measured over a 5 to 10 year period in terms of increasing tax base, expanding businesses, new enterprises, improved neighborhood conditions, enhanced streetseapes, greater tourism, higher sales mx collections, new infrastructure, better ttansportation linkages, and a vibrant, inviting downtown. current planning/urban design and data (to be provided by c~ty stuff). surveyS- , stuff to discUSs arex plxpnmg area stakeholders, i.e., metchanrs assoc~a¢On, d ~ssociations, speCial interest groupS, minor owners, etC. Meet ~th key s .mkehotders and City prepare for inventory of base Areas (see endnote) using for the primary Target Base information shall and field observanons. be limited to, exisfng land use patterns ,lanned/proposed developments, non-residential categories, planned/proposed pubhc u ti te right-of-W_Z ZZ ;Z; , · nvironmentX!/~r- gn . Use Map designations, zoning dismcts, ~orhoods and districts, overhea2 utilities, facilities, predominant architectural 'bikcpaths, and bus 82 18 24 156 12 historical research to assist in formulating commumty i.e., "Gateway to me Gulfstream," historical images, etc. 25 urban design character, including existing streetscapes, and open s._~_pace, focal points and vistas xnd publish 3 times during proiecr' 54 28 to receive input from commission, board, technical xdvisory committee, merchants · zct directxon- ~** 2 $ 6,288 1,380 1,860 11,862 9OO 1,875 4,430 2,420 1.9: Determine specific project goals and obiectives for land use, 16 $1,330 development, economic growth, urban design, infrastructure, transportation, circulafion, md.other areas. Identify an appropriate, unifying theme for the Vision 20/20 redevelopment program. Task 2 - CRA Boundary_ Expansion: 2.1: Data collection and field surveys of potential expansion 44 3,300 2.2: Determination of expansion feasibility from local CRA 16 1,200 perspective and consistency with State criteria. 2.3: Preparation of"Declmrafion of Blighg' report for viable 36 2,700 expansion areas. 2.4: Update CRA base maps by adding expansion areas. 19 1,425 Task :3 - Neighborhood Strategies: 3.1: Collect historical and current housing and neighborhood 6 450 information. 3.2: Conduct field surveys of two (2) neighborhood target 26 1,980 areas (*see end-note) to identify housing conditions and mix. 3.3: Conduct two (2) public neighborhood meetings and a 32 2,520 field "walk-through." 3.4: Gather in£ormation on local and regional housing markets 16 1,200 3.5: Meet with local real estate brokers, affordable housing 18 1,470 developers and community-based organizations. 3.6: Examine travel linkages in neighborhoods mad identify 30 2,562 potential areas for traffic calming devices. 3.7: Prepare an analysis of housing and neighborhood needs 37 2,775 in the Residential Target Areas. 3.8: Develop citywide housing strategy to encourage greater 32 2,400 balance of housing types. 3.9:. Prepare Strategic Revitalization Plan for Residential Target 49 $3,675 Areas to encourage mLxed use infill and rehabilitation of neighborhoods 3.10: Review and offer input on design concepts for neighborhood 4 300 entry signs developed by city staff. Task 4 - Commercial Areas Research and Input: 4.1: Gather additional data for U.S.1 and Boynton Beach Blvd. 24 1,800 corrdors. Prepare necessary photo/video documentation. 4.2: Conduct informal onsite Saturday symposium for 35 2,965 city officials, merchants and residents to discuss market potentials and economic development strategies for U.S. I and Boynton Beach Blvd. areas. This task will include walking tours with participants to identify obstacles and opportunities for redevelopment~ 4.3: Economic analysis of non-residential uses attracted to the 28 2,100 redevelopment are~ 4.4: Investigate traffic patterns throughout downtown and 93 8,122 propose enhanced linkages, bike/pedestrian travel and traffic calming. 4.5: Identify areas where unifying theme will be visually 40 3,030 incorporated into redevelopment components and marketing. 4.6: Community workshop m present results of tasks 26 2,240 and solicit input. Task 5 - Commercial Area Design Plan: 5.1: Prepare Overall Design Plan for all Primary Target Areas(**see 280 21,000 endnote) to address business and residential character. Plan will include public improvements, streetscaping and facade treatments, landmark opportunities, and unifying design concepts. 5.2: Prepare urban design criteria for Primary Target Areas. 82 6,150 Design criteria will include streetscape, building placement, architectural character, landscaping and signage. 5.3: Develop urban design criteria for City cultural center and 37 $2,775 amphitheater area that may include outdoor cafes, small shops and restaurants; parks and plaza. 5.4: Designate spedfic areas in downtown to create pedestrian 18 t,350 friendly environment where mixed use and infill development will be encouraged. 5.5: Prepare conceptual area plan for the Marina District along the 61 4,575 Intracoastal. Uses to be considered may include boat slips, retail and office spaces, restaurants and housing. 5.6: Public workshop to present results to-date. 30 2,540 5.7: Develop parking strategy for CRA. 40 3,389 5.8: Prepare community gateway concept and "way finding" 90 6,750 graphics system 5.9: Conduct a public workshop to present results and receive 30 2,540 input. Task 6 - Implementation Program: 6.1: Identify implementation agent such as community-based 8 630 organizations, etc. 6.2: Evaluate City regulations for economic inhibitors and 20 1,500 develop specific language changes to correct. 6.3: Evaluate City LDRs and other regulations for traffic 20 1,760 calming devices. 6.4: Recommend specific Future Land Use Map amendments 30 2,250 to help implement Redevelopment Plan. 6.5: Examine LDRs to identify modifications needed to 36 2,700 encourage development in Primary and Neighborhood Target Areas, as well as support CPTED strategies. Prepare specific text amendments. 6.6: I. de.ntify economic and compliance incentives by City to assist 22 1,650 ~n ~mplementation. 6.7: Prepare detailed implementation program complete with 48 $3,793 specific action tasks, responsible agencies, viable funding sources, and timeframes. Desig0ate overall coordination authoriV. 6.8: Develop financing plan for implementation. 29 2,220 6.9: Prepare draft Final Report summarizing significant project 91 7,285 findings and recommendations for public workshop purposes. 6.10: Conduct public workshop with City Commission and 22 1,910 Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) to review draft Final Report and receive direction. 6.11: Prepare three color renderings of key corridor scenes as 75 5,625 proposed in redevelopment plan for public presentation and marketing purposes. 6.12: Develop a promotional and marketing strategy for 24 1,890 redevelopment program implementation. 6.13: Prepare Final Report based on commission, TAC and other 35 2,755 public input and tasks completed since previous workshop. 6.14: Conduct public workshop with City Commission and 22 1,910 Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) to review and approve Final Report. Seek commission approval of Final Report. Total Project Hours/Cost 2,176 $169,506 Table Notes: Residential Target Areas: 1.) Boynton Beach Blvd. South to City limits and 1-95 east to Intmcoastal; and 2.) C-16 Canal north to City limits and 1-95 east to Intracoastal. ~ Prima~t Areas: 1.) MLK Blvd. from Seacrest east; 2.) U.S. 1 from north to south City limits; 3.) Boynton Beach Blvd. From U.S. 1 to 1-95; 4.) Ocean Ay. From Marina to Seacresr; 5.) Golf Road (23~) between U.S. 1 and Seacresr; 6.) Railroad property east of FEC tracks from Boynton Beach Blvd. And Ocean Ay. *** Scope assumes c/ty staffwilt provide following project support:, historical and current planning information, review of project work products, administrative support for public meetings (includes commission/board member notification, public/newspaper nonces, meeting space and summary minutes), and document reproduction for staff review and public meetings. Optional Task: Prepare Final Project Newsletter format document for public distribution summarizing Vision 20/20 Redevelopment Implementation Program, benefits to community, revenues and costs. [Estimated cost - $3,750]. /-- 6 Boynton BeaCh 20/20 Vision Implementation Program Draft 5-5-97 Proposed project Schedule Task 1 - Backgr~ ound Research/P~blic Involvemem: 1.1: Review prior and current planning/urban design Week 2 documents and data (to be provided by city staff). Conduct initial field surveys. 1,2: Meeting with select city staff to discuss area planning 2 history, policy assumptions and project strategies. 1.3: Identify study area stakeholders, i.e., merchants association, 4 neighborhood associations, special interest groups, major property owners, etc. Meet with key stkkeholders and City Commissioners to initiate public partidpation and prepare for public workshop. 1.4: Prepare computer-based graphic inventory of base 12 information for the Primary Target Areas ~asing available data and field observations. 1.5: Conduct historical research to assist in formulating community 6 dent~ty, ~.e., Gateway to the Gulfstream," historical icons/images, etc. 1.6: valuate urban design character, mctudmg p~x~sting streetscapes, 8 public places, parks and open space, focal points and:vistas 1.7: Initiate project newsletter and publish 3 times during project. (weeks 6, 24 and 42) 1.8: Public workshop to receive put from commission, 12 planning board, technical advisory commit/tee, merchants and residents on project direction. 1.9: Determine specific project goals and directions for land use, 10 development, economic growth, urban deaign, infrastructure, tx~ansportation, circulation, and other areas. Identify an appropriate, unifying theme for the Vision 20/20 redevelopment program. Task 2 - CRA Bounda~_ Expansion: 2.1: Data collection and field ' ' surveys of poten~aal expansion 8 2.2: Determination of expansion feasibility from local Ct~ Week 12 perspective and consistency with'State criteria. 2.3: Preparation of "Declaration of Blight" report for viable 20 expansion areas. 2.4: Update CICA_ base maps by adding expansion areas. 24 Task 3 - Neighborhood Strate~es: 3.1: Collect historical and current housing and neighborhood 6 information. 3.2: Conduct field surveys oft~vo (2) neighborhood target 8 areas to identify housing conditions and mix. 3.3: Conduct two (2) public ne/ghborhood meetings and a 10 field '~valk-through." 3.4: Gather information on local and regional housing markets 14 3.5: Meet with local real estate brokers, affordable housing 12 developers and community-based organizations. 3.6: Examine travel linkages in neighborhoods and identify 16 potential areas for traffic calming de~ices. 3.7: Prepare an analysis of housing and neighborhood needs 20 in ff~e Residential Target Areas. 3.8: Develop citywide homing strategy to encourage greater 32 balance of housing types. 3.9: Prepare Strategic Revitalization Plan for Resident/al Target 24 Areas to encourage mixed use infill and rehabilitation of neighborhoods 3.10: Review and offer input on design concepts for neighborhood (when needed) enWy signs developed by city staff. Task 4 - Commercial Areas Research and Input: 4.1: Gather additional dam for U.S.1 and Boynton Beach Blvd. 16 corrdors. Prepare necessary photo/video documentation. 4.2: Conduct informal onsite Saturday symposium for Week 20 city officials, merchants and reskdents to discuss market potentials and economic development strategies for U.S. 1 and Boynton Beach Blvd. areas. This task will include walking tours w/th participants to identify obstacles and opportunities for redevelopment~ 4.3: Economic analysis of non-residential uses attracted to the 16 redevelopment area. 4.4: Investigxte traffic patterns throughout downtown and 24 propose enhanced linkages, bike/pedestrian travel and traffic calming. 4.5: Identify areas where unifying theme will be visually 26 incorporated into redevelopment components and marketing. 4.6: Community workshop to present results of tasks 28 and solicit input. Task 5 - Commercial Area Design Plan: 5.1: Prepare Overall Design Plan for ali Primary Target Areas to 32 address business and residential character. Plan will include public improvements, streetseaping and facad~ treatments, landmark opportunities, and unifying design concepts. 5.2: Prepare urban design criteria for Primary Target Areas. 28 Design criteria w/il include streetscape, building placement, architectural character, landscaping and signage. 5.3: Develop urban design criteria for City cultural center and 28 amphitheater area that may include outdoor cafes, small shops and restaurants, parks and plazas. 5.4: Designate specific areas in downtown to create pedestrian 30 friendly environment where mLxed use and infill development will be encouraged. 5.5: Prepare conceptual area plan for the Marina District along the 12 Intracoastal. Uses to be considered may include boat slips, retail and office spaces, restaurants and housing. 5.6: Public workshop to present results to-date. Week 34 5.7: Develop parking strategy for CRak, . 16 5.8: Prepare community gateway concept and "way funding" 36 graphics system 5.9: Conduct a public xvorkshop to present results and receive 38 input. Task 6 - Implementation Program: 6.1: Identify implementation agent such as community-based 12 organizations, 'etc. 6.2: Evaluate City regulations for economic inhibitors and 26 develop specific language changes to correct. 6.3: Evaluate City LDRs and other regulations for traffic 28 calming devices. 6.4: Recommend specific Future Land Use Map amendments 34 to help implement Redevelopment Plan. 6.5: Examine LDRs to identify modifications needed to 36 encourage development in Primary and Neighborhood Target Areas, as well as support CPTED strategies. Prepare specific text amendments. 6.6: Identify economic and compliance incentives by City to assist 38 in implementation. 6.7: Prepare detailed implementation program complete with 38 spedfic action tasks, responsible agendes, viable funding sources, and fimeframes. Designate overall coordination authority. 6.8: Develop financing plan for implementation. 40 6.9: Prepare draft Final Report summarizing significant project 42 findings and recommendations for public workshop purposes 6.10: Conduct public workshop with City Commission and 44 Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) to review draft Final Repo~ and receive direction. 6.t1: Prepare three color renderings of key corridor scenes as 46 proposed in redevelopment plan for public presentation and marketing purposes. 6.12: Develop a promotional and marketing strategy for 46 redevelopment program implementation. 6.13: Prepare Final Report based on commission, TAC and other 46 public input and tasks completed since previous workshop. 6.14: Conduct public workshop with City Commission and 48 Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) to review and approve Final Report. Seek commission approval of Final Repor~ Total Project Time 48 weeks NTP: Notice-to-Proceed. Boynton Beach 20/20 Vision Implementation Program Work Product Deliverables 1. ) Task 1.4: Computer-Based Set-Up Maps Documenting Inventory and Analysis 2.) Task 1.7: Project Newsletters (3) 3.) Task 1.9: Statement of Project Goals and Objectives 4.) Task 2.3: CRA Declaration of Blight Report 5.) Task 3.6: Neighborhood Travel Linkages and Traffic Calming Recommendations 6.) Task 3.8: Citywide Housing Strategy 7.) Task 3.9: Strategic Revitalization Plan for Residential Target Areas 8) Task 4.1: Photographic Inventory of U.S. 1/Boynton Beach Blvd. Development Factors 9.) Task 4.4: Recommendations for Enhanced Downtown Traffic Flows and Linkages 10.) Task 5.1: Overall Design Plan for Primary Target Areas 11.) Task 5.2: Urban Design Criteria for Primary Target Areas 12.) Task 5.3: Urban Design Criteria for Cultural Center/Amphitheater Area 13.) Task 5.4: Specific Plan for Downtown Mixed Use and Infill Development 14.) Task 5.5: Conceptual Area Plan for Marina District 15.) Task 5.7: CRA Parking Strategy 16.) Task 5.8: Community Gateway and "Way Finding" System t7.) Task 6.7: Detailed Implementation Program 18.) Task 6.12: Promotional and Marketing Strategy 19.) Task 6.13: Final Project Report Note: All work products will be submitted as a draf~ for comment. Once appropriate comments are incorporated, a final document will be provided to the City. One (t) original and two (2) copies of all documents will be submitted. Digital copies of final work products will also be provided if desired. CITY CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH COMMISSION AGENDA APPROVALOFBILLS MAY6,1997 CH2M HILL ......................................................................... '--'-----"--- · $ 95,282.86 Expansion Projects, Testing, Gert Eng Services Pay From Various Funds CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY, INC ............................................ $ 200,736.00 PO# 13654. Mangrove Park Projection, Pymt# 3 Odginal Contract Change Orders Payments to Date Current Payment Contract Balance $1,380,000.00 0.00 279,945.00 200,736.00 899,319.00 Pay From Cap Imp Fund - 302-412-5-630-12 JOHNSON, ANSELMO, MURDOCH BURKE, GEORGE .................... $ 25,845.60 Legal Services/Hollinger, Siegal, Sisko Pay From Self Ins Fund- 622-195-5-468-00 JOHNSON YOKOGAWA ..................................................................... $ 47,915.27 PO# 9735. East Water Trtmt Plant DACS Project Pay From 1990 Construction Fund-409-000-0-690-10 LANG ENGINEERING OF FLORIDA, INC ........................................... $16,002.65 IAQ - City Hall Complex Pay From Cap Imp Fund-302-194-5-640-05 SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY ............................................................ $ 57,640.15 March 1997 User/Sweeper Charges Pay From Sanitation Fund- 431-341-5-490-01, $56,545.69 Pay From General Fund-001-411-5-490-01, $1,094.46 CO~rt~ !SSION APPRuYAL STANLEY CONSULTANTS INC ......................................................... $18,135.08 Lift Station Rehab, DACS Project, Professional Serv 7/95 - 3/1/97 Pay From Various Funds SCRWTD Board .................................................................................. $17,563.70 Equipment Replacement Projects Pay From Util Gert Fund- 403-000-0-691-22 THESE BILLS HAVE BEEN APPROVED AND VERIFIED FOR PAYMENT BY THE DEPARTMENT HEADS INVOLVED. BILL ATKINS, DEPUTY FINANCE DIRECTOR Privatizln Benefits.'. · City continues to control quality and level of service through the written contract. Purcha~ of equipment from the city for fair market value. A purchase clause can be added so that the city could buy back the equipment should it decide to go beck to the old system. Elimination of union contract negotiations. Reduction of'the city's-responsib'flity to provide retirement benefits. In all likelihood, employ_ees would be offered jobs with the private hauler and enjoy the same or better health benefits, vecation benefits and.retirement plan.~, competitive pay, and,stock ownership and 401K retirement program. This would help reduce the liability of the City in future years and possl~oly help to reduce the tax millage. Compared to current Boynton Beach rates, the recent bid rate in the City of Dekay Beach would save the City of Boynton Beach 40 to 50°/$. The only way to know for sure if the residents of Boynton Beech can enjoy the same monetary reduction is through the Request for Proposal Process. The City enjoys franchise fees from the private hauler. These fees are set by the City and can range anywhere from 3 to 30%. The City enjoys the benefits of income and also is able to reduce its operating budget because the private hauler is now responsible for stst~ng, equipment ownership, repairs, and all malntenenc~ City retains the right to rebid contract at end of contract. The followlni Cities have benefited from the use of private haulers: Delray Beach Palm Beach Gardens Greenacres Mangonia Park Palm Beach Shores West Palm Beach (Recycling) Riviera Beach Royal Palm Beach Haverhill Glen Ridge Hypoluxo lupiter TO T~ CITY MANAGER, T?UE YJ~YOR AND CIT.~ COS.~,Z,~SION~..,S OF BOYNTON BF~CH, FLORIDA. PLEASE PAKE NOTICE:THAT %~;E, Th~ UNDERSIG~D, ALL RESIDE~TS OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH ARE OPPOSED TO THE RE~0VAL' OF SATURDAY SE°~VICE 0_~T CiTY ZUS ROUTES~~ 75 & # 76.. }TAIv!E ADDResS · ~ TO THE CITY ~?A!~TAGER, T¥~ ~YOR A_~,VD CITY- CO~¢!ISSIO~RS OF BOY~TO~T B.EACH~ FLORIDA. PL,~ASE ~AKE ~{OT!CE:THAT ~E, Tb~ L%TDERS!G}.FED, ALL RESiDE!~TS _~_~ ~IT? OF BOY~ON BEAC'~ ARE OPPOSED TO T~HE REd, OVAL OF SATURDAY SERVICE O?T CiTY ~3US ROUTES NA~,~E ADDRESS TO THE CITY MA~IAGER, T~ M~tYOR AY~D CITE C0~&~,I.~SIONmRS OF BOYi~ITON BF~a. CH, ~LORIDA. PLEASE PAKE -YOTICE:THAT WE, TM L~rDERSIGI~ED, ALL RESIDE?~TS OF TE.~E CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH ARE OPPOSED TO THE RE~:~0VAD OF S~ ~U. DA_~ SERVICE 0~? CiTY BUS ROUTESw 98 & # ~.. ~'A I~,~IE ADDRE S S / ./ TO '~i~ CITY ~..~A!'iAGER, T?tE il'~YOR AND CITY CO~.I~SIO~..~S OF BOYNTON BP-~RCH, FLORIDA. PLmAS~ TAKE ~,TnTTn,~..~MA,,~ ~f~:, Ti-~ UI,YDERS!G}YED, ALL RESiDE?~TS OP T~E CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH A~ OPPOSED ~0 THE RE~gOVAL OF SATURDAY BEHVICE 0N CiTY BUS ROUTES ADDR~mS ~G o/ P. 6~I TO THE CITY b{AI'TAGER, TFE~ Y~AYOR A},rD CITY CO},hNI~sSION,=~ SOP BOY}~ON BF~CH, FLORIDA. PLEASE TAKE _~,OTIC~.TP.iA~ W~, T~ UL~DERS!G}~ED, ALL R~SID~.~S OF ~ ~'~ ' ~ ~ :~_~ CITY OF BOY~TON B~ACH ARE OPPOSED TO T~ REd, OVAL OF · '~ ~ % RO~ES~ ~5 & ~ ~6.. SATURDAY SERVICE 0}~ CITY ~ US }~AME ADDRESS TO THE CIT~_ NAI~YAGER, T~ Y~YOR A.~YD. CITY BO~ffi~ON B~CH, FL0~IDA. PLEASE TAKE -~OTICE:THAT ~;~, TITE U}~ERSIG~UED, ALL R~SID~TS OF ~_:~ CITY_. OF BOY}~0N BEACH ARE OPPOSED TO THE RE~0VAL' SA~ RDA_ SERVICE 0~ CiTY BUS ROUTES~? 75 & # 76,. TO T~ CITY ~A~AGER, TT~ ~KgYOR A_~YD CITY C0~'~ISSI0t~ERS OF BOZffNT0~ B?~CH, FLORIDA. R=S~_D ~.,' z S PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:THAT WE, TI~ UI,[DERS!G}~, ALL B~A~ ARE OPPOSED TO THE REi~[OVAL OF ~_=~ CITY_ OF BOYNTON '~ SATURDAY SERVICE 0}[ CiTY 8US ROUTES~ 7~ & # 76.. ~IA ~,~ ADDRE S S TO THE CITY ~NAGER, TL~E 5~AYOR AND' CITY COMNISSIO~ERS OF BOY~0N BEACH, FLORIDA. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:THAT '~E, TS~ UNDERSIGtN~D~ ALL RESiDE~.~S OF TS~ CITY OF BOYNTON B~AoH~ ~ - ARE 0PPOSm~D TO T~ .REMOVAL SATURDAY SERVICE 0~ CiTY BUS ROUTES~ 75 & # 7~.. NA 1N~E ADDRE S S TO THE CI~. 5~ANAGER, T ~ ~31YOR AND' CIT~Y C0~ISBIOArERS OF BOY>~0N BEACH, FLORIDA. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:T:~T ~=~ T~ ~>~DERSI~D~ ' A~L~ RESIDE~TS OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH ARE OPPOSED TO TI-E{ RE!~0VAL OF SATURDAY ~ERVICE 0~ CiTY ~US ROUTmS# 75 & # TO THE CITY I~A~AGER, T?FE I~AYOR A_~D' CITY ~v0~f.M!mSIONERS` ~ OF BOY~oL~ BEACH, FLORIDA~ PLEASE TAKE ~,TOTTnm.W~T^~~_~_,~,.~.~ ~VE, THE UNDERSIG}.,%SD, ALL RSSIDE}.~S'~' r~ OF THE CiTY 0P BOYNTON BEACH ARE OPPOSED TO T~, REMOVAL 0P ~A~RDAY SERVICE 0_~,~i ~ITY BUS ROUTES.~ 75 & # 76.. ADDRESS DEVELOPMENT ORDER OFTHE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APPLICANT: Michael Bianco, President, Cool Care, Inc. APPLICANT'S AGENT: Alan M Strassler, R.A HEAR NG BEFORE CITY COMMISSION: May 6, 1997 TYPE OF RELIEF SOUGHT: Request for site plan approval to construct a 25,43~ square foot manufacturin,q building on 4.42 acres of land, zoned Light Industrial (M-l). LOCATION OF PROPERTY: Eastern terminus of Thor Drive DRAWl NG(S): SEE EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO. THIS MATTER came on to be heard before the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida on the date of hearing stated above. The City Commission having considered the relief sought by the applicant and heard testimony from the applicant, members of city administrative staff and the public finds as follows: 1. Application for the relief sought was made by the Applicant in a manner consistent with the requirements of the City's Land Development Regulations. The Appli~nt -~ HAS HAS NOT established by substantial competent evidence a basis for the relief requested. 3 The Appli.,q, ent's application for relief is hereby __~'GRANTE D subject to the conditions marked as "include" in Exhibit "C" hereto. DENIED 4. This Order shall take effect immediately upon issuance by the City Clerk. 5. All further development on the property shall be made in accordance with the terms and conditions of this order. 6. Other: DATED: May 6, 1997 COOL CARE LOCATION MAP EXHIBIT "C" Conditions of Approval Project name: Cool Care, Inc. File number: NWSP 97-008 Reference: the plans consist of 15 sheets identified as 1st Review, New Site Plan. File # NWSP 9%008 with a March 24, 1997 Plannin~ and Zoning Department date stamp markinq DEPARTMENTS [ iNCLUDE I REJECT PUBLIC WORKS Comments: 1. The Public Works Department will be unable to service the dumpster location as shown on the site plan. City code number 10-26, A., requires that there be clear ingress and egress to all dumpster locations. The plans shows a loading ramp that obstructs clear ingress and Public Works was unable to V find a side view drawing of the ramp to know if Public Works can drive across it. 2. The site plans for Phase II show no dumpster locations at all. Place location of dumpster on plans. UTtLITIES Comments: 3. Sanitary sewer service as shown on the site plan has insufficient cover. 4. Palm Beach Health Department permit may be required, (Sec. 26-12). 5. . Plan shall show location of all utility easements, existing and proposed, (Sec. 26.33(a)). 6, City water will not be supplied for irrigation. Please show source and location on plans, (City Comp. Plan, Policy 3C.3.4). 7. Fire hydrants shall be within 200' of all points on every cormnercial building, (Chapter 6, Art. I¥, Sec. 16). 8. Palm trees will be the only species allowed ~vithin utility easements. '/ Canopy trees.may be planted outside of the easement so that roots and branches will not impact those utilities within the easement in the foreseeable future. (Sec. 7.5 ~ 18.1). FIRE Comments: 9. No portion of any building shall be over 200 feet from a fire hydrant. 10. All turning radii shall be 50 feet. POLICE C0manents: NONE ENGINEERING DIVISION Comments 11. Excavation and/or fill permits will be required. Chap.8, Art. I, Sec. 2, pg. 8- 1. Page 2 Cool Care, Inc. NWSP 97-008 DEPARTMENTS INCLUDE REJECT 12. All plans submitted for specific permits shall meet the City's code requirements at time of application. These permits include, but are not limited to the following; site lighting, paving, drainage, curbing, landscaping, irrigation and traffic control devices. Perm/ts required from agencies such as the FDOT, PBC, SFWMD, LWDD, FPL and any other ~// permitting agency shall be included with your permit request. Chap. I, Art. I, Sec. 6, par, A, pg 1-3. 13. Provide certifrcation by developer's engineer that drainage plan complies with all City codes and standards. Chap. 6, Art. V, Sec. SA, pg. 6-7 and 4 Chap. 23, Art. IIF~ pg. 23-8. 14. Provide details of catch basins C-5 & C-7 on Sheet C-2 which are called out on Sheet C-1 b/ 15. Providetrafficcontrol markings and signage. Chap.4, Sec. 7B2, pg. 4-5. X/ 16. It isreco, mmei~ded flint R.C.P. be considered in lieu of C.M.p. in track loading area. ~dt 17. It is rec0mmended to tocate site lighting to eliminate shadowing due to tree ~/' canopies and/or adjust tree plantings BUILDING DUV~SION Comnlents: NONE PARKS AND RECREATION Comments: NONE FORESTER/ENVIRONMENTALIST Comments: 18. The topography sheet for the site plan indicates that there are four Cabbage Palms and one large Strangler Fig tree on the property. These trees should be shown on the landscape plan. [Enviromental, Tree Preservation, Chpt. ~/ 7.5, p. 19]. PLANNING AND ZONING Comments: 19. To properly depict the entire project modify sheets C- 1, C-3, 1 of 3 and 2.2 to include all property lines. On each sheet identify the symbol that represents the d property line. 20. To properly show the request, omit sheets 2 of 3 and 2.1. These sheets show a proposed Phase 2. Due to the incomplete information for Phase 2, Phase 2 ~vili require a subsequent site plan review approval. It should be noted that the ~/ computations for the size of the building, included with the Phase 2 drawing found in the site data on sheet 2.1, is not consistent with the square footage identified within the footprint of the building on the same sheet. The area of the building shown on sheet 2 of 3 is also not consistent with area identified in the site data found on sheet 2.1. It also should be noted that the landscaping shown on sheet 2 of 3 is not consistent with the reguiations specified in the Landscape Code Page 3 Cool Care, Inc. NWSP 97-008 DEPARTMENTS . 21. Modify the parking space comptrtatinns, found on sheet 2.2, to indicate that the required parking for the entire project is based on the principal use of manufacturing. The ratio for manufactttring shall be shown as 1 (one) parking space per each 500 square feet of gross floor area of the entire building. Amend the required and provided parking computations to indicate that no less than the required number of parking spaces are provided on site. Where applicable, modify the site plan to show no less than the required number of parking spaces [Chapter 2 - Zoning, Section 1 L H. 16. d. (2) of the Land Development Regulations] 22. On sheei 2.2 change the use designation for the faciliW from warehouse to manufactaring. 23. The a'ee~landscape specifications found in th~ landscape in~onnatien table found on sheet 1 of 3 is incorrectly representing the required perimeter trees. Amend the computations and landscape plan to comply with the code regulations. [Chapter 7.5, Article II - Landscape Code, Section 5. D. of tire Land De~elopment Regul~tiens] 24. On sheel~ 1 of 3~ Sk6~ Ihe ~ees, li~dges, lawn grass and/rrigatien landscape improvements for the entire siie. :Sl~eet C- 1 shOWs improvements extand}ng to the east property line of the subject site which are aoi s[own on ~he landscape plan. Correct the plans accordingly. The regulations of the landscape code shall apply to any area of the site where new development or/mprov~ments are shown. [Chapter 7.5, Article li - Landscape Co~e, SeCtiOn 2. ofth~ Land Development Regulations] 25. Identify on the landscape plan the source of the wateitthat:is required for the llaut°m~ic- L~mdscapeirrigati°ncode,syStem'~ection [Land5. B.] Development Regulations, ~aapter 7.5, Article 26. Makeithe following changes (md/hr addilions to the landscape information table (Chapter 7.5, 'Article II - Landscape Code): a. Change the title from landscape information to code required landscape Information. b. Add the specifications for grass to the table. c. Identify the minimum height and minimum trunk diameter specifications for the trees. d. Change the shrub designatiott to hedges and specify the minimum height and indicate the hedges are continuous e. Add to the landscape plan, the dumpster enclosure that is depicted on sheet 2.2 and where applicable add the landscape screening for the dumpster enclosure to the plan and table. f. Add to the table, the required interior parking area landscape computations, including showing thee location of the required landscape material and landscape area on the landscape, plan. g. To ide~ntify on the landscape plan the location and specie of the landscape material that is~required to theft the regulz/tions of the landscape code, place a distinguishable symb6i befor~ each category (of the required landscape material) ident~ed/n the land~cape information table. Place the same symbol before the plant specie shown in!the plant list and on the landscape plan. h. Show!computations to verify that~,no less than one half of the total number of required trees and fledges are a native specie. [Comprehensive Plan Policy 4.4.6.] 27. Add to sheet C- 1, thb raised curb symbol along the entire east side of the vehicle use are~ with the exception of the area where wheelstops are shown. [Chapter 23 Parking lots, Articte'IIi Section E.1 28. Add to Sheet C-1 th~ dumpster enclosure that is depicted on sheet 2.2. Page 4 Cool Care, Inc. NWSP 97-008 DEPARTMENTS INCLUDE REJECT 29. Add to the site plan sheet 2.2, the length of the parking spaces located along the north property line. Also identify the width of the access aisle and the width of the driveway at the west property line. All dimensions shall comply with the parking lot regulations. Also delineate with notes on sheet 2.2 the location of the two different lengths of parking spaces shown on the typical parking layout drawing found on sheet C-2, [City standard Drawing B-90012 30. On sheet 2.2 identkfy the width of the landscape strip abutting the west and noYdi sides of the parking splices located along the north property 1/ne. All dimensions shall comply with the landscape code regnlations. [Chapter 7.5, Article II - Landscape Code, Section 5 D nudE.] 31. 'Delineate on the site~plan, paving and drainage end landscape plan the size specificatinns for the loading areas shown on tha phns. The specifications shall meet the minimum requirements oftlm city zoning code regulations. [Chapter 2 - Zoning, Section 11. I. 1., 2.a. of the Land Development Regulations] 32. :On sheet 4.1 show. with notes and sytnbols the type'bf exterinf finish material used for each building component including specifying the color, of tha materiai. The color or colors shall be identified by name, color code and manufacturer. The color and type of matelial of all exterior building components shill lie identified such as; / wal/s, glass, ~dow unit f~ames, door frames and dnor panels, overhead door/frame, storefront frames, gntte~s and downspo?s, canopy, architectural reveals~sands, rallY, g% dnmpsfe~c enclosure, etc. [Ch, apter 9- Community Design Plan, Section 5 and' ofthe Lar/d Deyel6pmant Regdliitionsl 33. Addtothe:s~bmitmJa~e~t ,a~l~s~gnprOg~am, The sli~n ~r0gram shall depict the colors, dimensions,.Io~t,tlonS ahd'materials. The si ~gr~age shall be shown in compliance, with the regulations specified in the sigfi code and community design plan. Considering the Site is a Sit/gle tenant buitdin~ .it is r~comme~ded that the site V and build~g signage be reviewed/~inistrativ~ly. [Chapter 9 - Community Design PJen, Set, un 10, I. and ~ha!~ter 21 - Sign Code, Article IV, Section 7. of the L~nd'Development:Regnlati6ns] 34. Add t0~the anBm~ a ~:0ofiplen, ~a~ing showlng tl/g location of the roof mounted equipment. Identify th~ elewfiog ofthe top of eacl~piece ofequipmant end the elevafiol~ of.~he top nfthe perimeter of the building. ~11 roof ~0unted equipment ~hallbe$creeJledf~qmpubicviewadistanceof 600 feet in all directions Addto the elevation vieW'drawings a labeled symbol that shows the location of ali of the ~oo f re°rotted:eqUipment includ~g identifying the ele~atioh of the top of the perimeter off'he buitdi~g and theltop of, all equipmeh~ Where applicable, amend the draWings to sl~o~v compr~ience with the required S~eening. Indicate on the plans the t/fl0e'of serCenh~g materi~ anal:specify the calor. ~t is recommended that the color ofthe s~g material ~h the color 0£the ~vatls of the building and the texture and ~nigk of th~ Scieening match the wa~s old'he b~lding. [Cha~ter 9 - Commu~ty ~es,,/guiPl~ Section. iI,iE, of the L~4~evelCpment Relations] 35. To avmO:a co~ ~wifft~ loeal~On l>~landscat~.e n:/~enal w~thm easements and interferanee with.s~te appurtenances,,~how and idenfil~ off the landscape plan the location, size and type of existing al//! proposed eas6ments and the location of site lighting fixtures, drainage structures, ftre hydrants, et~. Amend the plan accordingly, 36. Show:~on the landscape plan the Ii)cation, quanti~y, size and. specie o f plant materiai ~equired:to,form the. vegetative bUffer around the ground mOunted equipment shown near the ~iorthwe~t corner o~the building, [Chapter 9 ~ Community Design Plan, Section 1 Or C.,4. o£ the !~and Degelopment Regulations] 37. Prior to re,icing &building pm~iit~ Submit a coinpleted and recorded unity of title Page 5 Cool Care, Inc. NWSP 97-008 I DEPARTMENTS INCLUDE I REJECT showing unLfieation of Parcel A, B and C. 38. Submit for review a eopy of the recorded 25 foot wide ingress/egress easemant that allows access to the site from Thor Drive. 39. Where applicable, submit an updated site plan application reflecting changes associated with complying with the conditions of approval for the project. : 40. Since the timing for conslmcting Phase 2 has not been revealed, it is reeommended / that the area of the site outside 0f the limits of construction for Phase 1 be graded, irrigated and lawn grass installed with Phase II. 141. ' Since the landseape'code does no, require perimeter tree landscaping as shown on the submitted plans, it is recommended tllat a minimum of one (1), eight (8) foot · tall evergreen, native ~ree or groups of three 0), eight (8) foot tall native, palm trees , be spaced fifty (50) foot on center along ~e north, east and south sides of Phase 1. 42. · Comply'with~the-c0nditions of the envir0nmental r~view.permit. 43. Recommendations Wi~ be fOrwa/ded forJ0oard and cor,araission review. If the recCCann~ndati~ns are approved with the pm~ect, they shall be incorporated into the working drawings required for permit~ for the project. · 44. Tl~e.qontem of~ p~s a~e su!0ject to com~ce With all applicable c~ty code of ordin.~aaces. I~s,the ~p~ican~'s re~p°ns~i~ty to sl/6w compliance. , ADDI~ION~ ~gxNNING ~EV~PMENT BOARD CONDITIONS 45. Dele~ebomment z[0. .46. Th~ par~l~t on the west s~de of the budding shall be raised to the same V heigh~.thepa~aPets on all other sides of the building. ADDITIC~" ~g~; C[~ COMMIS SION CONDITIONS 47. To be;determined. MEH:dim \\SHARED',WP\PROJECTS\Cool Care· Inc\NWSP\cond. of approval.doc