Minutes 10-03-90 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING HELD IN
COMMISSION CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA,
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 1990 AT 6:00 P.M.
PRESENT
Gene Moore, Mayor
Lee Wische, Vice Mayor
Lillian Artis, Commissioner
Robert Olenik, Commissioner
Arline Weiner, Commissioner
J. Scott Miller,
City Manager
Sue Kruse, City Clerk
Jim Cherof,
City Attorney
Mayor Moore called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M. There
was a moment of silent prayer followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag which was led by Commissioner Bob
Olenik.
AGENDA APPROVAL
Under "NEW BUSINESS D.i., 2. and 3." Commissioner Olenik
added "Discussion on ½ Cent Sales Tax, County-Wide Planning
Council" and "Discussion on the Environmentally Sensitive
Lands Referendum." Under "OLD BUSINESS, C." he added
"Visions 2000 Update."
Under "NEW BUSINESS C." Commissioner Weiner wished to add
"Task Force on Children."
Relative to "NEW BUSINESS, A.t." Mayor Moore commented
material on this electronic device, the "Meeting Manager"
was provided the Commission for informational purposes. It
could be stricken from the formal Agenda.
Under "LEGAL, C.10." City Manager Miller added a Resolution
relative to the Police Lieutenants' Contract. Under "LEGAL,
C.11." he added a Resolution for Expansion of the Review
Responsibilities of the Governor and Cabinet. An additional
Proclamation for Fire Prevention Week was added. Under
"CONSENT AGENDA, H." a bill for Eastman Kodak Company was
added in the amount of $1,025.09.
Under "LEGAL D.3., 4. and 5." the City Attorney added
"Status of the Negotiations with Tradewinds," "Discussion
regarding Ordinance 90-44" which had a scrivener's error and
"Discussion of Ordinance 90-19" which is the Parking Lot
Ordinance and exemptions to it.
Vice Mayor Wische moved to approve the Agenda as amended.
Commissioner Artis seconded the motion which carried 5-0.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Moore announced the first meeting in November will be
on November 7, 1990 due to Election Day.
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Proclamations
a) National Red Ribbon Week - October 20 - 28, 1990
b) Respiratory Care Week - October 7 - 13, 1990
c) Fire Prevention Week - October 7 13, 1990
The Mayor indicated these Proclamations would be signed
forwarded to the appropriate parties.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Emergency Medical Dispatch Certificate Presentations
and
Certificates of Commendation were presented to City person-
nel that had recently received certification in the
Emergency Medical Training Dispatch Course. The intent of
this training is to enable the dispatcher to provide the
caller information so first aid can be given and the patient
stabilized until help arrives. Cheri Cornn, Brian Dully,
Marcia Medley, Gretchen Murphy, Maria Rodriguez, Louie Segee
and Curlene Thomas-Jones received Certificates.
2. Smith Barney, Harris Upham & Company Presentation on
Water and Sewer Bonds
Mr. Michael Hole of Smith Barney stated the next two weeks
would culminate many months of work on this project. During
the next week the bonds will go out into the market, the
interest rates will be set and over $32,000,000 will be
raised in capital for the utilities system.
Remarks were made about the financing schedule which extends
through October 24, 1990 when the bond issue will be closed.
On October 8 and 9, the pricing will occur and the bonds
will be marketed. The interest rates will be set at that
time. Completed documents will appear before the Commission
at a special meeting to be held on October 10, 1990 at 5:00
P.M. Mr. Hole indicated this presentation was for infor-
mational purposes only and nothing was being adopted at this
meeting.
Relative to uses of the bond proceeds, Mr. Hole remarked
they estimate approximately $32,930,000 in bonds will be
sold. $29,693,000 will be deposited for construction.
$2,434,000 will be deposited into a reserve fund. The other
two costs paid out of the proceeds are the Credit
Enhancement Fees and the underwriting and legal expenses
which are capped at 1.5%. These numbers are preliminary and
subject to change depending on interest rates.
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City Attorney Cherof and the Mayor indicated they were
satisfied with the arrangements.
A letter extending City employees the opportunity to
purchase these bonds will be distributed with paychecks on
Friday, October 5, 1990. Commissioner Olenik was concerned
that the bonds are to be marketed the following Monday, not
allowing much time for investigation by the employees. Mr.
Hole noted one of the first questions employees would pro-
bably ask is what would the interest rate be on their
investment. That question could not be answered until
Monday. A broker would be available to answer questions for
the employees. Mr. Hole explained the difference between
the Current Interest bonds and the Capital Appreciation
bonds which are purchased at the discounted price of $550 to
$700 for a $5,000 bond. Discussion ensued. The Commission
was satisfied with the arrangements.
BIDS
None.
PUBLIC HEARING
None.
PUBLIC AUDIENCE
Wilda Searcy, 402 N.E. 13th Ave., Boynton Beach, commented
that former Commissioner Ezell Hester, Jr.'s picture still
has not been put in the Library. Discussion took place
about which photo had been agreed on. Mr. Miller remarked
the photograph which appears on the wall of Commission
Chambers had been reproduced for the Library. Ms. Searcy
stated she and the family wanted a photograph showing Mr.
Hester in a different pose. Ms. Searcy was asked to provide
a negative of that photograph. Ms. Searcy stated the pic-
ture of King Tut still has not been put up.
Ms. Searcy expressed concern over the lack of sidewalks in
her neighborhood. Other remarks were made about the need to
continue the fight against illegal drugs on the streets.
Maurice Rosenstock, 1 Villa Lane, Boynton Beach stated in
some cases there is a conflict in the Code where applicants
appear before one City board, but may have the option of
appearing before a different board. He referred to a
conflict of requirements within the Code. It was suggested
the City Attorney or someone else start reviewing all of the
City's Ordinances as some may have been poorly drafted.
Some of these conflicts dealt with zoning issues.
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City Manager Miller reported the Code Enforcement Division
was working to assess some changes. As far as Planning
issues, he realized conflicts do exist, but he wished to
wait for the new Planning Director to arrive for input. Mr.
Miller noted there are some conflicts related to engineering
issues that need to be addressed as well.
Mr. Rosenstock expressed concern over non-emergency items
being added to the Commission Agenda at the last minute. He
thought some type of advance notice should be provided the
public.
Mr. Rosenstock stated the Planning & Zoning Board never
interfered with the Sign Ordinance. It came before the
board and ideas were contributed. Mr. Rosenstock stated the
P&Z Bd. realizes it is an advisory board and nothing more.
He noted the Commission did vote and the P&Z Bd. agreed with
the Commission that the different variances should be deli-
neated. If someone had been "sitting on that" Mr.
Rosenstock stated the P&Z Bd. knew nothing about it.
ADMINISTRATIVE
G. Approval of Sign Variance for the Lord's Place
City Manager Miller asked that this item be moved up on the
Agenda.
Mr. Craig Livinqston, 118 S.E. 4th Street, Boynton Beach was
present to represent the applicant. In 1985, the applicant
installed a sign on the east side of the building. The sign
face consists of 56 sq. ft. That particular zoning category
only allows for 32 sq. ft. An additional 11 units are now
opening and the applicant would like to erect another iden-
tical sign so there will be one facing north and one facing
south. The sign is non-illuminated.
Commissioner Weiner moved to approve the variance.
Commissioner Olenik seconded the motion which carried 5-0.
DEVELOPMENT PLANS
A. CONSENT AGENDA - ITEMS UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED BY PLANNING &
ZONING BOARD --
None.
B. NON-CONSENT AGENDA - ITEMS NOT UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED BY
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD
Target Shopping Center - southwest corner of Congress
Ave. and N.W. 22nd Avenue - Condition 24
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City Manager Miller referred to a memorandum from Jim Golden
to the P&Z Board dated February 7, 1990. A segment of the
memorandum stated "The applicant should be required to
construct the additional median/turn lane improvements
outlined in items 5 and 7 of the correspondence from Palm
Beach County Traffic Division, that appears in Exhibit "C"
of this memorandum." Mr. Miller explained item 97 of Mr.
Walker's correspondence dealt with construction of a north-
bound left turn lane on Congress, north of the Boynton
Canal. In 1989, that was eliminated from all discussion.
Attorney Alan Ciklin who was present at the meeting, indi-
cated Mr. Miller was correct.
Mr. Miller stated what was left open was recommendation ~5
of the County Engineering report relative to the median
opening on Congress Ave. near McDonald's Restaurant. The
recommendation was that the median opening be modified to
allow northbound left turns into the shopping center but not
going out of the shopping center. Safety concerns had been
expressed over cars leaving McDonald's and the shopping
center to head north on Congress.
Commissioner Olenik referred to several other instances
where a similar situation exists on Congress Ave in that
area.
Mr. Miller referred to how the Commission had approved this
as recorded in the February 20, 1990 Commission Minutes. He
read, "Mayor Moore thought the motion was that the applicant
not be required to six lane from Miner to Hypoluxo." At
that time Tim Cannon had asked whether the motion included
all other staff comments concerning the site plan. Mr.
Miller noted staff comments were those 24 comments outlined
in the February, 1990 memorandum. The Minutes showed the
approved motion did include those comments. In view of what
had been approved, Mr. Miller didn't feel he had a right to
exclude Target from this condition.
Lengthy technical discussion ensued with Attorney Ciklin
over what the Commission's intent had been. Commissioner
Olenik recalled the discussion that night had centered on
the widening of the road and the impact of service on the
roads. They didn't discuss the realignment of the left turn
lane into McDonald's. He thought it was a scrivener's
error. The Commission had approved it subject to staff com-
ments, but the Commission didn't realize that was something
that maybe they shouldn't have approved.
Vice Mayor Wische moved that it was not the Commission's
intention to impose item ~24 on the applicant. Commissioner
Olenik seconded the motion.
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Commissioner Olenik remarked that as noted in Jim Golden's
September 24, 1990 memorandum, item ~24 consisted of two
recommendations. Mr. Miller explained one recommendation
related to the cross-over. The other related to extending a
lane south of the C-16 Canal. The second point was elimi-
nated.
Commissioner Weiner made remarks about Police Dept. safety
concerns raised previously by Lt. Dale Hammack. Discussion
took place. Attorney Ciklin stated he had discussed this
with County Engineer Herb Kahlert. Mr. Kahlert didn't think
it was necessary at this point in time. If the County felt
it needed to be done at some point, they could do it on
their own volition, as it is a County road.
The Mayor called for a vote of all those in favor of the
motion. The motion carried 4-1. Commissioner Weiner voted
against the motion.
LEGAL
A. Ordinances - 2nd Reading - PUBLIC HEARING
1. Proposed Ordinance No. 90-46
Re: Adopting the Budget and setting
appropriations for FY 1990-91
City Attorney Cherof read proposed Ordinance No. 90-46 on
second and final reading by caption only:
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL
YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 1990, AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30,
1991; AND SETTING FORTH APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE OPERATION
OF THE GOVERNMENT; ESTIMATING RECEIPTS FROM TAXATION AND
OTHER REVENUE SOURCES FOR THE GENERAL FUND: VOTED DEBT
SERVICE FUNDS; CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND; PUBLICITY FUND;
UTILITIES FUND; VEHICLE SERVICE FUND; SANITATION FUND;
LOCAL OPTION GAS TAX FUND; WAREHOUSE FUND; CRA/COMMUNITY
IMPROVEMENT FUND; GOLF COURSE FUND; AND PUBLIC SERVICE
TAX BONDS FUNDS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING
FOR CONFLICTS; and PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
Mayor Moore asked if there was any input from the public.
As there was no response from the audience, THE PUBLIC
HEARING WAS CLOSED.
Vice Mayor Wische moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No.
90-46 on second and final reading. Commissioner Olenik
seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken by Sue
Kruse, City Clerk as follows:
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Mayor Moore -
Vice Mayor Wische -
Commissioner Artis -
Commissioner Olenik -
Commissioner Weiner -
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Motion carried 5-0.
2. Proposed Ordinance No. 90-47
Re: Police Pension Opt Out
City Attorney Cherof read proposed Ordinance No. 90-47 on
second and final reading by caption only:
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 18, DIVISION 2,
SECTION 18-76 AND ADDING A NEW SECTION 18-172 TO PROVIDE
FOR A TWELVE MONTH TIME LIMITATION FOR ELECTING NOT TO
PARTICIPATE IN THE PENSION PLAN FOR POLICE AS A CONDITION
OF ELIGIBILITY FOR THE GENERAL EMPLOYEES PENSION PLAN;
PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE."
Mayor Moore asked if there was any input from the public.
As there was no response ~rom the audience, THE PUBLIC
HEARING WAS CLOSED.
Commissioner Weiner moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No.
90-47 on second and final reading. Commissioner Artis
seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken by Sue
Kruse, City Clerk as follows:
Vice Mayor Wische - Aye
Commissioner Artis - Aye
Commissioner Olenik - Aye
Commissioner Weiner - Aye
Mayor Moore - Aye
Motion carried 5-0.
B. Ordinances - 1st Reading:
1. Proposed Ordinance No. 90-48
Re: Repeal Ordinance No. 90-17 - Height Limitation
City Attorney Cherof read proposed Ordinance No. 90-48 by
caption only:
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 90-17 IN
ITS ENTIRETY; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE: PROVIDING A
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SEVERABILITY CLAUSE: PROVIDING AUTHORITY TO CODIFY AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
Mayor Moore asked Attorney Cherof if it was necessary to
have a codification of this section of the Ordinance.
Attorney Cherof replied negatively. The City won't be
codifying the first Ordinance or the second. This will be a
footnote by the editor.
Commissioner Olenik moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No.
90-48 on first reading. Commissioner Weiner seconded the
motion. A roll call vote was taken by Sue Kruse, City Clerk
as follows:
Commissioner Artis
Commissioner Olenik
Commissioner Weiner
Mayor Moore
Vice Mayor Wische
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Motion carried 5-0.
2. Proposed Ordinance No. 90-49
Re: Amend Fire Inspection Fees
City Attorney Cherof read proposed Ordinance No. 90-49 by
caption only:
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE 90-37,
PROVIDING FOR A CAP OF CERTAIN FEES, AND ESTABLISHING A
FEE FOR HYDRANT FLOW TESTING; PROVIDING FOR A CONFLICTS
CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING
AUTHORITY TO CODIFY; AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
In response to questions raised, Carrie Parker, Assistant
City Manager explained this was not a voluntary reinspec-
tion. If the initial inspection falls under the first fee,
there is a reinspection, if they don't comply. If on the
third occasion they still are not in compliance, the fee
kicks in. It is only after the third time, if they are not
in compliance.
Commissioner Olenik suggested serialization and logging of
the forms used so there is internal control. Steve
Campbell, Fire Prevention Officer, indicated when printed,
they would be numbered. Until then, numbers are being
assigned to the Inspectors. Officer Campbell remarked on
difficulty there has been getting to all businesses for
annual inspections. The Mayor thought the fees should be
covered under normal taxation, rather than be an additional
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revenue producing item. He thought this would have an
adverse impact on businesses.
Commissioner Weiner moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No.
90-49 on first reading. Vice Mayor Wische seconded the
motion. A roll call vote was taken by Sue Kruse, City
Clerk as follows:
Commissioner Olenik
Commissioner Weiner
Mayor Moore
Vice Mayor Wische
Commissioner Artis
Aye
Aye
No
Aye
Aye
Motion carried 4-1.
Commissioner Olenik wanted to make sure all false alarms
received by Dispatch or the Police or Fire Depts. were being
logged and when the computer system is in place, recorded in
the computer as well. He requested a report on how the
system would ensure that none are missed.
Resolutions
1. Proposed Resolution No. 90-000000
Re: Surety Release for R. J. Gore Development
City Attorney Cherof read proposed Resolution No. 90-000000
by caption only:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA
APPROVING THE RELEASE OF SURETY FOR WATER AND SEWER
SYSTEMS INSTALLED FOR THE R.J. GORE DEVELOPMENT'S
PROJECT."
Mayor Moore inquired if the City had a procedure in place to
ensure that on any construction job like this, sub-
contractors are paid prior to release of surety. Pete
Mazzella, Assistant to the Director of Utilities remarked
the Code requires it in Chapter 26. The Mayor wanted to
know if the City takes secondary steps to see that they're
paid. He referred to a problem "looming on the horizon"
with Seppala & Aho. The Mayor recommended it be imple-
mented, whether required by law or not. Mr. Mazzella
pointed out that in this case the City had an owner's
A£fidavit and there was a Release of Lien from the general
contractor and a release of lien from the utility sub-
contractor. In larger jobs, the Mayor asked the City
Manager to follow what he was recommending and even
telephone the sub-contractors to be sure.
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Grady Swann, Finance Director made remarks about some
smaller sub-contractors that do not necessarily file liens
and difficulty the City might experience identifying unpaid
sub-contractors. The Mayor thought it was easier for the
City to find out from the general contractor what sub-
contractors he is using and to get a sworn statement from
him in that regard. Other remarks were made. The Mayor
asked the City Manager to "keep an eye on it."
Commissioner Otenik moved to adopt proposed Resolution No.
90-000000. Vice Mayor Wische seconded the motion which
carried 5-0.
2. Proposed Resolution No. 90-PPPPPP
Re: Surety Release for Hypoluxo Trail Center
City Attorney Cherof read proposed Resolution No. 90-PPPPPP
by caption only:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA
APPROVING THE RELEASE OF SURETY FOR CONSTRUCTING WATER
AND SEWER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS FOR HYPOLUXO TRAIL CENTER."
Vice Mayor Wische moved to adopt proposed Resolution No.
90-PPPPPP. Commissioner Olenik seconded the motion which
carried 5--0.
Proposed Resolution No. 90-QQQQQQ
Re: Surety Reduction for Cypress Creek, Southwest
Quadrant Phase I and II
City Attorney Cherof read proposed Resolution No. 90-QQQQQQ
by caption only:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA
APPROVING THE REDUCTION OF SURETY FOR WATER AND SEWER
SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS FOR CYPRESS CREEK, SOUTRWEST PHASE II
AND THE SUBSTITUTION OF A LETTER OF CREDIT FOR EXISTING
SURETY FOR PHASE I OF THIS PROJECT."
Vice Mayor Wische moved to adopt proposed Resolution No.
90-QQQQQQ. Commissioner Olenik seconded the motion which
carried 5-0.
Proposed Resolution No. 90-RRRRRR
Re: Ratification of South Central Regional Wastewater
Treatment and Disposal Board Action of September 13, 1990
-- Reference amending Operating Budget for FY 1990-91
City Attorney Cherof read proposed Resolution No. 90-RRRRRR
by caption only:
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"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CERTAIN RATIFICATION OF
SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL WASTEWATER TREATMENT AND DISPOSAL
BOARD ACTION OF SEPTEMBER 13, 1990; A COPY OF SAID
RATIFICATION BEING ATTACHED HERETO AS EX~tIBIT "A": AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
Discussion took place regarding the fact that the reduction
of the SCRWTD Board budget by $25,000 was due to elimination
of Cost of Living Adjustments (COLAs) for employees at the
plant. Commissioner Olenik noted the Cities of Boynton
Beach and Delray Beach are both providing their employees
with COLAs. On a 3.2 million dollar budget, he dldn't like
knocking off $25,000 by withholding this from the employees.
Discussion took place. It was noted that if this was not
ratified, it would go back to the Sewer Board for recon-
sideration as a group.
Commissioner Olenik moved to reject the ratification of this
proposed budget. Commissioner Weiner seconded the motion
which carried 4-1. The Mayor voted against the motion.
The Commission didn't have a problem with elimination of the
Christmas bonuses but they thought the COLAs should be
approved. The City Manager was asked to convey this infor-
mation.
5. Proposed Resolution No. 90-SSSSSS
Re: Children's Service Council Grant (Latchkey Program)
City Attorney Cherof read proposed Resolution No. 90-SSSSSS
by caption only:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CERTAIN GOVERNMENTAL
UNIT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA
AND THE CHILDREN'S SERVICES COUNCIL OF PALM BEACH COUNTY,
AUTEORIZING APPROVAL OF THE GRANT FOR LATCH-KEY AFTER
SCHOOL PROGRAMS FOR POINCIANA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND
ROLLING GREEN ELEMENTARY SCEOOL IN THE AMOUNT OF
$121,291.00; A COPY OF SAID AGREEMENT BEING ATTACHED
HERETO AS EXHIBIT "A"; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
City Attorney Cherof referred to page 3 of the Agreement,
paragraph ~5 and recommended the sentence end after the
words "...as a result of services performed." The language
which follows should be deleted. Since the City has no
control over what the Council does, he didn't think the City
should indemnify them from their own actions.
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Commissioner Weiner
City in jeopardy of
Cherof didn't think
asked if this amendment would put the
not getting the program. City Attorney
so. Other remarks were made.
Charles Frederick, Director of Recreation & Parks remarked
the $121,291.00 was the figure put in the budget. It would
be a 100% grant for the two programs. This amendment would
have to go back to the Children's Services Council's attor-
neys for review.
Vice Mayor Wische moved to adopt proposed Resolution No.
90-SSSSSS as amended. Commissioner Weiner seconded the
motion which carried 5-0.
Proposed Resolution No. 90-TTTTTT
Re: Children's Service Council Grant
(Juvenile First Offender Program)
City Attorney Cherof read proposed Resolution No. 90-TTTTTT
by caption only:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CERTAIN GOVERNMENTAL
UNIT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA
AND THE CHILDREN'S SERVICES COUNCIL OF PALM BEACH COUNTY,
AUTHORIZING APPROVAL OF A GRANT FOR THE JUVENILE FIRST
OFFENDER PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,000.00; A COPY OF
SAID AGREEMENT BEING ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT "A": AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
City Attorney Cherof referred to page 2 of the Agreement,
paragraph 95 and recommended the sentence end after the
words "...as a result of services performed." The language
which follows should be deleted. His reasons for this
change are the same as those noted above for Resolution No.
90-SSSSSS.
Police Chief Hillery indicated $30,000 was included in the
budget for this program.
Commissioner Olenik moved to adopt proposed Resolution No.
90-TTTTTT as amended by the City Attorney. Commissioner
Weiner seconded the motion which carried 5-0.
Commissioner Weiner commended staff for work done towards
getting these Children's Services grants.
7. Proposed Resolution No. 90-UUUUUU
Re: Lease with FEC Railway - Beautification
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City Attorney Cherof read proposed Resolution No. 90-UUUUUU
by caption only:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CERTAIN LEASE AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA AND FLORIDA
EAST COAST RAILWAY COMPANY; A COPY OF SAID AGREEMENT
BEING ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT "A"; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE."
Commissioner Olenik moved to adopt proposed Resolution No.
90-UUUUUU. Commissioner Weiner seconded the motion which
carried 5-0.
8. Proposed Resolution No. 90-VVVVVV
Re: Approve Contract with Chamber of Commerce
City Attorney Cherof read proposed Resolution No. 90-VVVVVV
by caption only:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CERTAIN CONTRACT FOR
SERVICE BETWEEN THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH AND THE GREATER
BOYNON BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE; A COPY OF SAID
CONTRACT FOR SERVICE BEING ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT
"A"; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
Last year the Chamber of Commerce was paid $16,500 by the
City for certain public information services to Boynton
Beach. When working on the current budget, the City
Commission chose to reduce this figure to $10,000.
Executive Director Gary Ashcraft had indicated the Chamber
of Commerce would like the figure reduced from $10,000 to
$8,250 and the City forego participation in profits from the
GALA.
Commissioner Olenik was interested in what the profits from
the GALA amounted to. Charles Frederick, Director of
Recreation & Parks stated that after expenses, the profits
probably were about $1,000. The Commission chose to stay
with the $10,000 figure.
Commissioner Weiner moved to adopt Resolution No. 90-VVVVW.
Commissioner Olenik seconded the motion which carried 5-0.
9. Proposed Resolution No. 90-WWWWWW
Re: Approve Dr. Davis' Contract
as Emergency Medical Director
City Attorney Cherof read proposed Resolution No. 90-WWW-WWW
by caption only:
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"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA AND DR. WILLIAM JEFFREY
DAVIS, OUTLINING THE WORKING RELATIONSHIPS AND
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CITY AND THE MEDICAL DIRECTOR FOR
THE CITY'S EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PROGRAM (EMS); A
COPY OF SAID CONTRACT BEING ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT
"A"; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
City Attorney Cherof recommended paragraph 8 on page 3 be
deleted in its entirety. The following language should be
inserted:
"The Medical Director shall be eligible as a member as
defined under Section IV. Members of the Agreement bet-
ween the City of Boynton Beach and the Florida Municipal
Liability Self Insurance Program. Coverage under this
Agreement shall be limited to the scope of duties as
Medical Director for the City of Boynton Beach Fire Dept.
as outlined in Florida Statute 41.46."
Commissioner Weiner moved to adopt Resolution No. 90-WWWWWW
with the amendment. Vice Mayor Wische seconded the motion.
Olivia McLean, Director of Administration explained the
significance of the change being made as it related to
insurance protection.
City Manager Miller indicated the only change in this year's
contract (with the exception of the language being substi-
tuted in paragraph 8) was that Dr. Davis is now to be pro-
vided with an Alpha/Numeric Pager. The price for the
doctor's services remains the same.
Commissioner Olenik understood Dr. Davis had done an accep-
table job and had always been there when the City needed
him. He did think, however, that perhaps next year the City
should go out to bid for these services. One reason for
this was that Dr. Davis works out of JFK Hospital. Bethesda
Hospital is located in Boynton Beach. Dr. Davis is also
Medical Director of several other communities as well as the
County. Concern could be raised that the doctor might be
"spreading himself thin."
The Mayor called for a vote on the motion to adopt the
Resolution. The motion carried 5-0.
10. Proposed Resolution No. 90-XXXXXX
Re: Police Lieutenants' Contract
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City Attorney Cherof read proposed Resolution No. 90-XXXXXX
by caption only:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CERTAIN 1990/91
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH AND THE
POLICE LIEUTENANTS FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE: A COPY OF
SAID AGREEMENT BEING ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT "A"; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
City Manager Miller explained the Contract between the City
and the Police Lieutenants Fraternal Order of Police was for
one year starting October 1, 1990. All the provisions
mirror the provisions in the Police Sergeants' Contract. It
provides for a 3% increase October 1, 1990 and a 3% increase
April 1, 1991. Several exceptions have been outlined,
however, the majority of them are not monetary. Some of
them have been received already over the years and contract
language has been put in to retain existing practice. The
City Manager recommended adoption.
Vice Mayor Wische moved to adopt proposed Resolution No.
90-XXXXXX. Commissioner Weiner seconded the motion which
carried 5-0.
1t.
Proposed Resolution No. 90-YYYYYY
Re: Expansion of the Review Responsibilities
of Governor and Cabinet
City Attorney Cherof read proposed Resolution No. 90-YYYYYY
by caption only:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, EXPRESSING CONCERN REGARDING THE
EXPANSION OF THE REVIEW RESPONSIBILITY OF THE GOVERNOR
AND CABINET, IN THEIR CAPACITY AS THE FLORIDA LAND AND
WATER ADJUDICATORY COMMISSION."
City Manager Miller commented on the letter received from
Mayor Thomas Hazouri, Mayor of Jacksonville, Florida. This
Resolution expresses Boynton Beach's concern over expansion
of the Governor and Cabinet's review responsibilities in
connection with permitting of major construction and land-
fill projects.
Vice Mayor Wische moved to adopt proposed Resolution No.
90-YYYY~Y. Commissioner Olenik seconded the motion which
carried 5-0.
Commissioner Olenik referred to Section 3 of the Resolution
and asked that the Florida League of Cities also be provided
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a copy of the Resolution. The Mayor asked that Mayor
Hazouri be advised of Boynton Beach's action.
Other
i. Discussion of Village of Golf Interlocal Agreement
City Attorney Cherof noted the Commission previously
approved an Interlocal Agreement with the Village of Golf
and the Agreement had been forwarded for approval. The
Agreement had been received back with changes to several
areas, but most significantly to Section 7 which deals with
a future feasibility study to be conducted jointly by the
two municipalities. Mr. Cherof viewed this as a material
change and he needed Commission authorization to approve it.
The feasibility study would be to investigate the feasibi-
lity of wholesale purchase of water from Boynton Beach by
the Village and, if feasible, to assume an Agreement for
effectuating the purchase of facilities.
Mr. Cherof understood the Village of Golf was involved in
some litigation and the attorney representing the Village
took issue with that language and felt it somehow would
impact the litigation. Discussion took place on how to
handle this.
Commissioner Weiner moved to table this item until Mr.
Cherof can get more information. Vice Mayor Wische seconded
the motion which carried 5-0.
2. Hunters Run Commercial Tract
City Attorney Cherof referred to a meeting that had been
conducted a few months ago by previous City Planner Tim
Cannon. The meeting had to do with a Hunters Run commercial
parcel. There was some question raised by representatives
of Hunters Run over a previous Court action involving this
parcel, locking it in with respect to use and zoning. This
apparently was not brought to the attention of the City at
the time of the Land Use changes. Had it been brought to
the City's attention, those rights under the Judgment and
Settlement Stipulation would have been preserved. There now
appeared to be a conflict.
Mr. Cherof had reviewed the Final Judgment and pulled the
Court file. The documents did appear to lock in certain
zoning. However, he didn't think that was the end of the
inquiry. He felt they needed some assistance from zoning
with respect to the history of the parcel and other factors.
Mr. Cherof intended to investigate this further, with the
assistance of the Planning Dept. There were questions as to
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whether or not the developer complied with all the provi-
sions of the Stipulation and Final Judgment. It was noted
that the Comprehensive Plan had been adopted without full
knowledge of these facts.
Attorney Ronald Kolins from Moyle, Flanigan addressed the
Commission on behalf of the developers of Hunters Run.
The 30 acres that make up Parcel 20, referred to in the
Comprehensive Plan as Parcel 8-H, had been determined by the
Court, in terms of zoning and use, to be in effect, the
equivalent of the City's present C-3 zoning. Mr. Kolins
believed there had been an administrative oversight a year
or so ago when working on the Comprehensive Plan. At that
time, a variety of properties in that area were down zoned,
by being put into a Comprehensive Plan designation called
Problems and Opportunities and it was determined that the
zoning should be, in effect, consistent with what is now
C-1.
Mr. Kolins referred to litigation settled by a Final
Judgment on May 10, 1973, incorporating the Stipulation and
Settlement with the City and with the predecessor to his
client, Palmland Development Company. This set the zoning
for the property to be the equivalent to the City's present
C-3. There were certain uses that the Court cut out. Mr.
Kolins stated his client and the City are absolutely bound
by this Judgment.
Mr. Kolins thought Mr. Cherof's question was a legitimate
one. The question was whether or not Mr. Kolin's client had
satisfied the requirements placed upon it by the Court
Order. In addition to setting the zoning, the Order put
certain requirements on his client. Mr. Kolins explained
the overall residential unit development at Hunters Run
could not exceed 6,700 units. He explained further in tech-
nical legal terms. His client had been required to dedicate
roads and a water and sewer system. Mr. Kolins stated his
client had done everything required.
Mr. Kolins asked that the error be corrected administrative-
ly by reinserting into the Comprehensive Plan the exception
on the 30 acre parcel, indicating it could be used for
the uses that were allowed and required by the Court Order.
Lengthy explanation took place by Mr. Kolins on the
Comprehensive Plan process and how in the final stages of
the process, several lines of language appeared to have been
stricken from the material, without realizing the impact on
the Court Order. Mr. Kolins didn't believe the parcel could
be rezoned without approval of the parties involved and the
Court. Commissioner Olenik pointed out the parcel had been
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changed in the Comprehensive Plan but had not actually been
rezoned yet. Mr. Kolins stated they were trying to catch
this and correct it now, early in the process, rather than
let it go on longer. Extended conversation occurred.
Maurice Rosenstock, 1 Villa Lane, Boynton Beach stated he
lives in Hunters Run and he had investigated this some time
back. Mr. Rosenstock stated that at the time of the
Comprehensive Plan hearings, former City Attorney Raymond
Rea, the entire City Commission and Planning & Zoning Board,
the City Manager and the Planning Dept. all knew Palmland
Development had an agreement. Mr. Rosenstock didn't think
this was the only case that may have to be ajudicated. He
referred to numerous Comprehensive Plan hearings and the
lengthy process. He couldn't believe that 20 or 30 years
from now the City would not have the right to change zoning
because of a development agreement. Somewhere along the
line there would have to be some litigation. Mr. Rosenstock
thought a judicious opinion would have to be made. Mr.
Rosenstock didn't think Mr. Kolins had provided the full
story and he explained.
Mayor Moore referred to the elementary fact that once an
action is taken by a Judge and is incorporated in the form
of a Judgment, the only way it can be changed is by going
back to Court.
Commissioner Olenik indicated he had never heard of a Court
Order on the property in question. Mr. Rosenstock stated
Mr. Rea "got an opinion from someplace," as to what the
validity of the Agreement constituted. The opinion indi-
cated the Court Order could be disregarded. Mr. Rosenstock
wasn't saying that opinion was correct, but he thought the
present City Attorney should be given an opportunity to
investigate it. Mr. Rosenstock indicated he had a copy of
the opinion and he would provide a copy to the
Commissioners. None of the Commissioners could remember
receiving such an opinion from Mr. Rea. Mayor Moore stated
if he knew there was a Court Order directing the City to do
something, he wouldn't disregard it.
Mr. Kolins did not think this matter would be commonplace
and cloud all kinds of developments and Comprehensive Plan
actions as he believed Mr. Rosenstock was suggesting. He
stated this was not a development order but was an unusual
set of circumstances where you have an outstanding Court
Order dictating what the use of a property should be as a
part of settlement. Mr. Kolins did not think this was
something that would undermine the entire Comprehensive
Plan. Mr. Kolins did think this placed a "cloud" on this
property and impacted its value and use today. Other
remarks were made.
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Mr. Kolins did not want this situation to go along for an
extended period o~ time. He thought it needed to be
resolved. If it was determined that his client's prede-
cessor had satisfied its obligations under the Court Order,
then he hoped the administrative correction could take
place.
City Attorney Cherof stated there was no question the Court
Order was binding and enforceable. The only question was
whether or not since it was entered, there had been some
intervening occurrence where the developer had waived its
rights.
It was agreed that prior to the next Commission meeting, Mr.
Kolins would get together with Mr. Cherof to render
assistance. The matter could be researched and hopefully
resolved soon. Mr. Cherof was asked to report back to the
Commission at the next meeting.
Mr. Rosenstock thought it would be wise for Mr. Cherof to
possibly check with the DCA's attorney or with the State to
see what the status of the Comprehensive Plan is with regard
to development agreements, whether Court ordered or not.
The Mayor asked that this topic be scheduled early on the
next meeting Agenda.
3. Status of the Negotiations with Tradewinds
City Attorney Cherof had redrafted an Agreement with
Tradewinds dealing with the park land. The Agreement is
currently being reviewed by Tradewinds. Mr. Cherof imagined
the Agreement would go through some refinement before signa-
ture. He thought we were past the problems with the preli-
minary plat and the next step would be determination of the
fair market value of the one acre of land. The Agreement
had been reviewed by the City Manager, Engineering,
Building, Planning and Recreation & Parks. Mr. Cherof
thought they should be ready to bring this topic back at the
next Commission meeting.
Discussion took place regarding the $80,000 figure recom-
mended by the Planning & Zoning Board as the fair market
value for the one acre. The developer was going to obtain
an MAI appraisal of the acre. The City could accept that
appraisal or obtain another.
4. Ordinance 90-44 - Scrivener's Error
City Attorney Cherof explained that between the first and
second readings of this Ordinance there were changes made
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because of repetitious language. A paragraph had uninten-
tionally been deleted. The Commission needed to ratify the
first page of the Ordinance and to deal with what the civil
penalties are for violating motor vehicle provisions of the
Code.
The violations provide that for non-moving traffic viola-
tions, as provided in Section 14-3 and 14-5, excepting 14-5
(2)b and 14-5 (2)e, the fines are as follows:
If paid within 10 days, the fine is $25.00.
If paid after 10 days, the fine is $32.00.
With regard to the two exceptions noted, dealing with
parking in front of fire hydrants and in fire lanes, the
~ollowing would apply:
If paid within 10 days, the fine is $50.00.
If paid after 10 days, the fine is $65.00.
Commissioner Olenik commented on the way scrivener's errors
have been corrected in the past. Mr. Cherof didn't think it
was necessary to correct this immediately. This could be
brought back through the loop on first and second reading
again, if necessary. This would correct the problem and
free the department to start writing tickets.
Commissioner Olenik moved that the Commission accept the
parking fines for non-moving violations as illustrated by
the City Attorney. Vice Mayor Wische seconded the motion
which carried 5-0.
5. Ordinance 90-19
Re: Parking Lot Ordinance and Exceptions
City Attorney Cherof stated there might be some room for
interpretation of the language with respect to this exemp-
tion. He read from the Ordinance, "When modifications or
renovations are proposed to an existing residential project,
provided that the proposed modifications would not increase
the number of dwelling units." Mr. Cherof stated if that
occurred, you would not have to comply with the Parking Lot
Ordinance to do all the restriping, etc. He thought it was
clear and didn't believe there was ambiguity. If it was not
the Commission's intent to have it cover the full scope of a
residential project, then it should be refined and amended.
The Ordinance is enforceable the way it is.
Commissioner Olenik recalled the intent was that when
someone like Hampshire Gardens makes a small addition to a
maintenance room, the City doesn't expect them to redo their
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parking lot. However, what if they wanted to double the
size of their clubhouse?
Mr. Cherof remarked the term "residential project" may be
broader than the Commission expected it to be. If so, they
might need to amend the Ordinance.
Maurice Rosenstock, 1 Villa Lane, Boynton Beach explained
what he understood the intent to be. He didn't have any
problem with the way the Ordinance was written.
City Manager Miller stated the current language is very
broad. You could have a clubhouse quadruple in size and not
have to redo the parking. Mr. Miller was not challenging
it. If that was what the Commission intended, he thought
that would be fine.
Mr. Rosenstock didn't think it would make any difference if
the clubhouse was quadrupled in size, unless additional
living units were constructed.
Commissioner Olenik commented if you doubled the size of the
Hunters Run Clubhouse, for example, and then rented it out
to a large outside group, there would have to be sufficient
parking. Other remarks were made.
The Mayor thought the City Attorney understood the thrust of
the Commission's intention. If the City Attorney thought
additional language was needed to "pin this down", the City
Attorney was asked to bring it back to the Commission at the
next meeting. There was agreement.
OLD BUSINESS
A. Occupational License Report
City Manager Miller stated Section 205.043 of Florida
Statutes basically dictates that "The tax should be based
upon reasonable classifications and shall be uniform
throughout any class." When the rates were set, the City
verified compliance with these requirements and a comprehen-
sive study of surrounding cities was conducted. He thought
the big question seemed to be surrounding Section 13-8.
Commissioner Olenik stated the Commission had agreed at the
last meeting that they wanted Section 13-8 repealed.
Ordinance doing that had been requested for the following
meeting. Since the Ordinance was not ready for this
meeting, Commissioner Olenik stated it should be ready for
the following meeting.
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Commissioner Olenik didn't think a comparison with other
cities necessarily would justify Occupational License
charges in Boynton Beach. He had requested a detailed
report from staff justifying how the fee is charged.
Discussion took place. Commissioner Olenik didn't think
information provided justified the charges.
the
Relative to what the Occupational License tax should be in
some circumstances, Mr. Cherof stated the City is pre-empted
on the issue by the State. Chapter 205 says what the
Occupational License tax can be. The only area where we
would have some prerogative is where a new classification is
created, in which case we would fall back on the rule that
it has to bear some relationship to the administrative acti-
vity. Commissioner Olenik interjected the Commission wanted
a report covering the categories where the City doesn't have
capabilities, because the State has pre-empted our right.
Mr. Cherof responded the Statute provides for up to a 25%
increase. The Commission was interested in whether the
occupational license fee was fair to begin with, before any
increases. Mr. Cherof replied it is presumptively fair
because it was endorsed by the Statute and the Statute was
enacted by the State Legislature. The Mayor thought the
Commission needed more input.
B. Update on City Hall Construction
City Manager Miller listed the approximately $45,000 worth
of punch list items that need to be completed. Discussion
took place with Commissioner Olenik on completeness of
landscaping in second story planters and outside the City
Manager's office.
Relative to final release of liens, Mr. Miller stated these
are still outstanding. The City needs these before release
of final payment. In connection with release of surety, the
contract requires U.S.F.G. to inspect the job and contact
the owner. It is the City's understanding that U.S.F.G will
come by on October 29, 1990. Mr. Miller pointed out the
City still has an outstanding change order in the amount of
$4,300. The final statement of accounting will need to be
submitted by Seppala & Aho.
City Attorney Cherof explained Seppala & Aho had been pro-
vided with a punch list of incomplete items. The items were
not completed within the time period prescribed and he
understood they had not been back on the job site since.
Mr. Cherof recommended the City not allow Seppala & Aho any
further extensions of this contract. If necessary, the
bonding company should be contacted to complete on Seppala &
Aho's behalf. Also, the City could complete the work itself
and either charge Seppala & Aho or go against the bond.
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Mr. Cherof noted we are still in litigation with Seppala &
Aho, although there has been no action since May, 1990.
Seppala & Aho sued the City for breach of contract and
indemnification. They sued the architect for negligence of
design and they sued some sub-contractors and materialmen.
That litigation is still pending and the City has never
filed a counterclaim° As the City closes this project out,
the time for doing that is now or in the near future.
Discussion took place regarding sub-contractors who have not
been paid by Seppala & Aho for work done on the project.
City Manager Miller recommended if we get to the point of
releasing retainage, that it be released in the name of
Seppala & Aho and the subcontractors.
Mr. Miller stated Seppala & Aho was looking to liquidated
damages of $165,000. The retainage was about 3% or a little
over $280,000.
The Mayor referred to a bill on the Consent Agenda for
$40,544.11 from Miller, Meier, Kenyon, Cooper, Inc. Mr.
Miller stated they were attempting to close out Miller,
Meier. There were still about four outstanding issues open
with them relative to interpretation of the contract and Mr.
Miller explained the details.
Discussion took place regarding responsibility. Mr. Miller
wanted to bring in individuals, possibly even Gee & Jenson
to do a complete analysis of the overcharges, etc. If the
finger pointed to bad architectural design of plans by
Miller, Meier, the City would go after them. If it pointed
to Seppala & Aho, the City would go after them. Mr. Miller
thought it would probably point to both. The Mayor agreed
the City would need some type of technical outside advice to
back the City up. The Mayor stated he wouldn't pay "them"
another nickel until the City gets into Court and an
unbiased opinion is rendered. Mr. Miller pointed out that
based on telephone calls received from unpaid subcontrac-
tors, it appeared the amount owed by Seppala & Aho is more
than the retainage the City is holding.
Bill DeBeck, Project Manager, remarked he had been in touch
with Mr. Armstrong. Mr. Armstrong had been provided with a
list of everyone that had posted a notice to owner or notice
of lien. Mr. Armstrong was aware of the problem. Other
remarks were made.
The consensus was to direct the City Attorney, City Manager
and staff to isolate this issue, to get as much detail as
possible, talk to the bonding company, and then return at
the next meeting to address this topic and put it in
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perspective. The Mayor stated perhaps the City Manager
could simultaneously get some input from Gee & Jenson.
Commissioner Olenik moved that Mr. Cherof be authorized to
formally advise the bonding companies there are outstanding
claims. Vice Mayor W~ische seconded the motion which carried
5-0.
C. Visions 2000 Update
Discussion took place relative to setting up a Visions 2000
conference to discuss the direction Boynton Beach is heading
in the next decade. The price for one facilitator con-
sidered was $1,600 for a full day. In view of budget
constraints, Commissioner Weiner could only go along with
that figure if someone other than the City would pay for it.
Several other Commissioners agreed. Commissioner Olenik
offered to try and get it underwritten by businesses in the
City.
NEW BUSINESS
A. Items requested by Vice Mayor Lee Wische
1. Special Meetings
Vice Mayor Wische suggested special Commission meetings be
scheduled right before the regular Commission meetings,
unless there is a special urgency. The Mayor remarked that
since the Commission would be gathered for the regular
meeting, there wouldn't be any need for a separate special
meeting. Discussion took place. The Commissioners were
asked to think about this.
C. Items requested by Commissioner Arline Weiner
1. Task Force on Children
Commissioner Weiner explained the Task Force on Children was
winding up its work. The Task Force hoped to make its
report to the Commission by the first Commission meeting in
December. Commissioner Weiner proposed calling a "Parents
Forum" at the Civic Center on November 17, 1990. The
Commissioners were agreeable with the idea. Commissioner
Weiner indicated she might need one or two staff people to
assist with children that may be present. It was suggested
that Commissioner Weiner contact Lena Rahming for assistance
in that regard.
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2. Task Force on Elderly
Commissioner Weiner stated in December or January she
intended to recommend the formation of a Task Force on the
Elderly to investigate the unmet needs of elderly persons in
the community.
Mr. Tom Shemwick addressed the Commission and stated he
recently testified before the Pepper Committee for the Aged
in Orlando. He was appalled that Palm Beach County was the
only County in the State that does not have a Committee for
the Aged.
D. Items requested by Commissioner Bob Olenik, Jr.
1. Half Cent Sales Tax
Commissioner Olenik stated that at the last Municipal League
meeting the question came up as to the League's position on
the Sales Tax Referendum that is on the ballot in November.
It was tabled until the October meeting to give the indivi-
dual cities time to determine their positions on the concept
of using the tax towards courts and jails, with municipali-
ties not sharing in any of the revenue.
It was noted that the Commission had previously opposed the
actual split. The Commission had not really talked about
the sales tax itself as it is on the referendum. The Mayor
recalled the Commission did not really disapprove the addi-
tional sales tax as long as the taxing authority division
remained the same. It was determined that when the vote
comes up at the next Municipal League meeting, the
Commission would not support the sales tax as proposed on
the referendum.
2. County-wide Planning Council
Commissioner Olenik reported there would be a joint meeting
of the Board of Directors of the Municipal League and the
County-wide Planning Council at Boca Raton City Hall on
Friday, October 5, 1990 at 10:30 A.M. to discuss the
apparent enhancement of responsibilities as seen by the
County-wide Planning Council. The Municipal League is con-
cerned that they have long overstepped the bounds set by
Florida Statutes. Remarks were made about some of the con-
cerns raised.
3. Environmentally Sensitive Lands Referendum
Commissioner Olenik remarked that the County was going to be
holding a special referendum in February, 1991 on this
topic. Commissioner Olenik was in opposition to the County
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having the authority to tell municipalities what lands can
or cannot be developed because of their environmentally sen-
sitive nature. He noted the City has its own
Environmentally Sensitive Lands Ordinance which is very
effective. He suggested a Resolution in opposition to this
referendum question being on the ballot in February as it
appeared-to be another step in pre-empting the City's home-
rule power. The other Commissioners agreed and the Mayor
asked for such a Resolution at the next meeting.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
None.
ADMINISTRATIVE
Commissioner Olenik moved that the following two appoint-
ments be removed from the table. The motion was seconded
and passed 5-0.
Consider appointing member to Community Redevelopment
Advisory Board for the Central Business District - Term
expires 8/91 - Appointment to be made by Commissioner
Lillian Artis (Tabled Previously)
Commissioner Artis did not have an appointment at this time
and requested that the City advertise this opening.
Consider replacement to fill vacant alternate position
Board of Adjustment - Term Expires 4/91 - Appointment to
be made by Commissioner Lillian Artis (Previously Tabled)
Commissioner Artis appointed Mr. Kevin Michael Clair. There
were no objections.
C. Accept resignation from Julius Jacobs,
Community Relations Board
Commissioner Olenik moved to accept the resignation of
Julius Jacobs. The motion was seconded and carried 5-0.
Consider replacement to fill vacant position on Community
Relations Board - Term expires 4/91 - Appointment to be
made by Mayor Gene Moore
Mayor Moore appointed Joy Currier to this position. There
were no objections.
E. Additional Work on Wells 15 & 16 - Jarvis Wellfield
As outlined in John Guidry, Director of Utilities' memoran-
dum %90-558, special work is required on Wells 15 and 16 to
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prevent sand from getting into the system. The work will be
performed by Meridith Corporation of Orlando, Florida and
the cost will not exceed $6,330.00.
Commissioner Olenik moved to authorize staff to proceed with
this additional work, the cost of which is not to exceed
$6,330.00. Vice Mayor Wische seconded the motion which
carried 5-0.
F. Request to proceed with Request for Proposal for master
planning four park sites - Boynton Lakes, Quantum Park
and two sites at the Meadows
City Manager Miller remarked on the four undeveloped park
sites. The City would like to go out under CCNA and appoint
a Landscape Architect to work with the City in developing
master plans. Monies for this are in the Recreation Trust
Fund. There will be community input as part of the planning
process. Mr. Miller made remarks on the status of Hester
Park and a special meeting which is to be held with all par-
ties involved.
G. Approval of Sign Variance for The Lord's Place
This topic was discussed early in the meeting.
H. Acceptance of Arbitrage Report
City Manager Miller stated the City owes through arbitrage,
$414,856.54. This figure was below what the City originally
thought it would owe. It is very close to the figure put in
the budget, however.
Commissioner Olenik moved to accept the Arbitrage Report.
Vice Mayor Wische seconded the motion which carried 5-0.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes
1. Regular City Commission Mtg. Minutes of Sept. 18, 1990
2. Budget Public Hearing Mtg. Minutes of Sept. 18, 1990
B. Bids - Recommend Approval - Ail expenditures are approved
in the 1989-90 Adopted Budget
1.. Co-op Bid for Chemicals and Fertilizers for various
departmental use
The Palm Beach County Cooperative Purchasing Council voted
on a multi-award to the lowest bidder per item with the
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exceptions of the "tie" bids which will be awarded indivi-
dually by the participating entities. The Tabulation
Committee for the City awarded the Daconil 2787 to Van
Waters & Rogers, Inc. and the Orthene TTO to Lesco, Inc.
C. Renewal of bid for Spalding Golf Range Balls
Joe Sciortino, Golf Course Manager requested the purchase of
800 dozen "Spalding Super Range Golf Balls." Last year the
City Commission approved a two year contract to purchase
range golf balls and Spalding's price is still the lowest.
D. Sewer Hook-Up for Golf Course Relief Stations and
interfund transfer
As outlined in Joe Sciortino's memorandum ~90-067, per-
mission was needed to proceed with the sewer hook-up of the
Golf Course relief stations. Necessary funds will be trans-
ferred to the Utility Dept. from the Golf Course CIP fund
when determined. The cost is projected to be about $60,000.
E. Consider approval of emergency purchase of sewer pipes
for Golf Course
As outlined in William Sullivan's memorandum dated September
27, 1990 to the City Manager, Commission approval was needed
to waive the bid process so the Utilities Dept. can begin
the installation of underground sewer pipes for the Golf
Course restroom way stations.
F. Consider approval of temporary signs for Boynton Beach
Leisureville Community Association's Annual Fair
Don Jaeger, Building Official recommended approval of six 3'
x 3' signs advertising the Boynton Beach Leisureville Annual
Fair on November 3, 1990, so long as the signs comply with
the City's temporary sign standards and meet the require-
ments for cross-visibility at intersections.
G. Consider approval to purchase Drug Free School Zone Signs
Three quotes were obtained for the purchase of 188 signs to
be erected around local schools posting "Drug Free School
Zone." The lowest quote of three received was from "Tom Did
It" Signs in Boynton Beach. Total price is $1,410.00.
Commissioner Olenik stated the City of West Palm Beach had
put similar signs up recently. He suggested checking with
that City to see how much they paid. He had no problem
going with this bid if West Palm's was more expensive.
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H. Approval of Bills
See list attached to the original copy of these Minutes in
the City Clerk's office.
The Mayor drew attention to item ~12, a $40,544.11 payment
to Miller, Meier, Kenyon, Cooper, Inc. He was opposed to
payment of this bill. It was agreed the City would not pay
any more of these bills on the City Hall project for the
time being. (See page 23 of these Minutes for previous
discussion on this topic.)
At the beginning of the meeting the City Manager added a
bill to this list from Eastman Kodak Co. in the amount of
$1,025.09.
There were no further remarks relative to the Consent
Agenda.
Other
1. Newspaper Advertising
The Mayor commented on the amount of advertising the City
does in the Palm Beach Post. He thought it would be a good
idea to use other newspapers as well. The City Manager
indicated he would have the Purchasing Dept. look into it.
Comments were made about the need to meet the qualifications
of the Statute.
2. Interim Service Fees
Commissioner Weiner referred to a memorandum received from
the City Attorney about the Interim Service Fees. Mr.
Cherof seemed to feel the City had the legal authority to
adopt the Ordinance. Commissioner Weiner hoped the
Commission could begin to move ahead on this. Remarks were
made by the Mayor about having to spend about $16,000 for a
consultant's input. The Mayor was interested in seeing what
the law is. Commissioner Weiner asked that this topic be
put on the next Agenda. Commissioner Olenik thought if the
City had the legal ability, it should start moving in that
direction.
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ADJOURNMENT
The meeting properly adjourned at 8:40
OCTOBER 3, 1990
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ATTEST:
Recording Secretary
(Three Tapes)
Mayor
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AGENDA
October 3, 1990
XI.
CONSENT AGENDA
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Mgmt Serv
Utilities
Finance
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ALLIED LIME
Lime Deliveries for August, 1990.
Pay from Water & Sewer Revenue Fund- 401-332-5-365-00
$ 16,904.92
ARGOS PURIFICATION SYSTEMS, INC.
One Electronic Air Cleaner and Alpine Air Purification
System Model 150/ GSA Contract. For Gym/City Hall Lounge.
Pay from Building Improvement Fund- 304-194-5-640-20
1,106.85
THE CENTER FOR FAMILY SERVICES
Employee Assistance Program- September 1, 1990.
Pay from General Fund- 001-135-5-482-00
1,344.00
COMMAND OFFICE FURNITURE
City Manager approval- Shelving Purchase/ Commission
approved: June 6, 1990, West Wing Improv.
Labor and materials needed for shelves.
Pay from Public Service Tax Constr- 301-241-5-642-00
3,027.53
DAVIS WATER & WASTE INDUSTRIES, INC.
For Lift Station #716 one #FA-80 Volute and two Pump
Flange (claw) - 4".
Pay from Water & Sewer Revenue Fund- 401-352-5-433-00
1,223.29
DELRAY FIRE EXTINGUISHER SERVICE INC.
Repair on Engine #810 per proposal dated 8/17/90
Transfer valve/ relief valve in need of repair so the
pumper will be able to pump at its proper capacity.
This will be used as a first response at station #3.
Commission Approved: September 5, 1990.
Pay from General Fund- 001-221-5-433-00
2,489.76
HALSEY'S
Chairmats to be used at desks to protect carpet- to
accommodate personnel in remodeled building.
Pay from Public Serv Tax Constr- 301-341-5-642-00
1,467.55
INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS SYSTEM, INC.
1 Rifle Nightscope Vision System for Police Surveillance.
Bid #078-211-90 Commission Approved: 8/21/90.
Pay from General Fund- 001-211-5-642-00
4,549.00
J AND P EQUIPMENT INC.
Repair of Generator #2- City Hall. Invoice #2-103121.
Pay from General Fund- 001-192-5-499-00
1,106.20
COMMISSION
OCT 3 1990
APPROVAL
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
LAWMEN'S AND SHOOTERS' SUPPLY INC.
20 CASES 3D 9MM 9 RND 125 GR. AMMO. 1000/ CASE.
Ammunition for September Qualification.
State Cont. #680-000-90-1. Coxan. #680-060-170-0100.
Pay from General Fund- 001-211-5-381-00
1,787.80
METRIC ENGINEERING, INC.
Professional Services- Old Boynton Road Water Main
Invoice #WP-246 for the period through May 4, 1990-
$6,960.00 and Invoice #WP-264 for the period through
July 31, 1990- $2,320.00.
Pay from Utility Capital Impr Fund- 404-000-0-690-10
9,280.00
MILLER, MEIER, KENYON, COOPER, INC.
(Letter of 6/5/90) C-4 $504.13; C-5 $143.83; C-ii $15,813.54
C-20 $602.39; C-29 $582.69; C-13 $2,813.88; C-21 $357.28
C-6 $5,922.95; 3A $10,296.82; C-il $3,516.60.
Pay from Building Improvement Fund- 304-194-5-463-00
40,544.11-- Not
Approved
MOTOROLA, INC.
Invoice #S7261204 dated 9/1/90 for quarterly billing
(October 15,1990 thru Jan. 14, 1991) for service/mnt.
contracts: #3508032613287P Hot Standby, Microwave @$1,186.89/
quarter; #35080326593A High Tech Boards @$3,060.00/quarter;
#3508032659387P Radio system@ $14,303.10/quarter.
Please charge to FY 1990-91 Budget.
Pay from General Fund- 001-197-5-431-00
18,549.99
P.B. & S. CHEMICAL COMPANY, INC.
August Chlorine Deliveries.
Pay from Water & Sewer Revenue Fund- 401-332-5-363-00
5,016.00
PALM BEACH NEWSPAPERS, INC.
Legal Advertising For Period: July 21 thru Aug.31, 1990.
Election Ad (Commission Vacancy)- $116.46; Planning & Zoning
Board Public Hearings- $1,023.28; General- $359.63.
Pa~ from General Fund- 001-122-5-470-12 $ 116.46
Pay from General Fund- 001-122-5-470-13 1,023.28
Pay from General Fund- 001-122-5-475-00 359.63
1,499.37
PECK, SHAFFER & WILLIAMS
Professional Services- Arbitrage Calculation
Pay from Public Service Tax Constr- 301-194-5-468-00
2,650.00
RPM CONSTRUCTION 58,383.37
Payment #3- P.O. 84322- City Hall West Wing Renovation.
Per Bid Specifications Bid No. 063-241-90
Bid Opening Date: May 29,1990; Commission Approval: June 5, 1990.
Pay from Public Servc Tax Const- 301-241-5-629-00
SEWELL, TODD, BROXTON, INC.
Claims administration fees for police liability claim-
Clmt. Jeffrey Brown, date of incident: 5/3/89.
Pay from General Fund- 001-195-5-468-00
1,027.45
COMMISSION
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APPROVAL
19.
20.
21.
22.
23.
24.
25.
26.
27.
SHANNON CHEMICAL CORPORATION
10,000 LBS. SHAN-NO-CORR SNC PHOSPHATE
Chemicals needed in water processing.
Per Bid No. 050-401-90/VSG Con~ission Approved 3-30-90.
Pay from Water and Sewer Revenue Fund- 401-332-5-365.00
$ 7,034.00
SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL WASTEWATER TREATMENT BOARD
User charges for services in the month of August 1990
202.38 MG @ .7055/1M Gallons.
Pay from Water & Sewer Revenue Fund- 401-353-5-490-09
142,799.09
STAR PUBLISHING COMPANY, INC.
Fall Bulletin 16 page Edition- As per Printing Quote Specs.
Pay from General Fund- 001-721-5-472-00 $1,342.50
Pay from Publicity Fund- 101-191-5-450-10 1,342.50
2,685.00
MARTIN LAMAR UNIFORMS
CO-OP BID ITEMS; Shirts, Pants, Jumpsuits for Man.
Warehouse.
Pay from Warehouse Fund- 502-199-5-925-03
4,410.90
TEN-8 FIRE EQUIPMENT, INC.
12 Air Cylinders for Self-Contained Apparatus 45 cu. ft.
mine Safety Appliance part #473579. Breathing Apparatus for
the Firefighters. Piggy Back on St. Petersburg Bid #2604.
Pay from General Fund- 001-221-5-690-04
4,428.96
UNITED STATES PIPE AND FOUNDRY COMPANY
Bid Items Bid #023-401-90; To Repipe #308 Force Main
Job #SC10490- 1100 ft.- 6" Polylined D/I Pipe Slip Joint.
Pay from Utility Capital Impr Fund- 404-000-0-691-10
11,305.50
WALT DISNEY WORLD DOLPHIN
FLC 64th Annual Convention in Orlando October 11-14, 1990.
Two nights hotel at $85 per night for 6 people.
Miller, Parker, Moore, Wische, Olenik & Artis.
1990/91 Budget
Pay from General Fund- 001-111-5-470-05 680.00
Pay from General Fund- 001-121-5-470-05 340.00
1,020.00
FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES
Dues for Annual Membership 10/01/90 thru 9/30/91 $2,857.02
17- Annual Subscriptions to Quality Cities Magazine @
$6.00 = $102.00.
Pay from General Fund- 001-121-5-470-07
2,959.02
MERIDITH CORPORATION 105,870.00
Periodic Estimate #2 and FINAL; Chemical Treatment of Well
Precipitation for the Production Wells 15,16,17,18,19,20,21,22.
Bid Opening Date: May 3, 1990/ Commission Approved: June 5, 1990.
Pay from Utility Capital Impr Fund- 404-000-0-690-10
COMMISSION
OCT $ I.~
APPROVAL
28.
29.
30.
31.
32.
33.
34.
35.
36.
37.
P.R.I.D.E. OF FLORIDA
Vehicle Repairs and Misc. Purchases.
Tire recapping - sent to PRIDE weekly.
Pay from Vehicle Service Fund- 501-193-5-322-00
$ 1,743.62
ROLM - IBM
Cabling and installation of the Boynton Beach Child Care
Center to the City's telephone switch in April, 1989 for
invoice #69KL656 dated July 6, 1989 for $2,747.00 and
#N9GP183 dated Nov. 27, 1989, for $2,923.63. State Contract.
Pay from Capital Improvement Fund- 302-195-5-629-00
5,670.63
AM]ZRICAN STATES INSURANCE COMPANY
1st Installment Premium ($6,352.97) for Policy #02-EF-143100
Account No. 13-014945-3- Building & Contents- Fire
10/90-10/91 policy year- Total annual premium is $78,074.00.
Pay from Self Insurance Fund- 622-195-5-443-00
78,074.00
ERNST & YOUNG
Actuarial services for self-insurance fund.
Pay from Self Insurance Fund- 622-195-5-440-01.
5,868.00
CHAZ EQUIPMENT INC.
Replacement of High Service Pump, Motor, and Valves
For #3 and #7 as per Bid Specifications Bid #025-401-90/
VSMG; Bid Opening Date:l/17/90; Co~nission Approved 2/6/90.
Pay from Utility Capital Impr Fund- 404-332-5-642-00
37,371.00
CORPORATE DESIGN INTERIORS
Furniture for Police Department.
Pay from Building Improvement Fund-
304-194-5-640-20
4,004.84
DUTCH CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.
Bid # 070-722-90/HBC; Commission Approved 7/17/90;
Congress Avenue Park in accordance with contract and
specification documents; payment #1.
Pay from Public Serv Tax Constr- 301-721-5-648-00
68,314.23
FLORIDA INNOVATION GROUP
Annual Membership Fee 10/1/90 thru 9/30/91
Fed. ID #59-1936650.
Pay from General Fund- 001-111-5-470-07
1,500.00
GEE & JENSON
Final Bill- 1st floor renovation West Wing- A/E services
for design and consultations.
Pay from Building Improvement Fund- 304-241-5-463-00
1,355.70
THE PALM BEACH POST 1,354.56
Advertising Engineering Inspector, Irrigation Specialist,
Recreation Supt., Mechanic, Dispatcher.
from General Fund- 001-135-5-475-00 COMMI$$~0N
Pay
0C7 8 1990
APPROVAL
38.
SUNNYTIM~ TOURS
Special Events/ "A DAY AWAY" SENIOR TRIP - October 9,1990
31 Seniors @ $36.00 Each= $1116.00.
Pay from General Fund- 001-000-1-290-20
$ 1,116.00
These bills have been approved and verified by the department
heads involved, checked and approved for payment.
Gr~ctor
Added:
I therefore recommend payment of these bills.
Eastman Kodak Co.
Aug. minimum billing & usage
for Model 70 Copier
Pay from various accounts
$1,025.09
Mille~ Meier, Kenyon, Cooper, Inc. was not approved.