Minutes 05-18-04MZNUTES OF THE REGULAR CZTY COMMZSSION MEETZNG HELD ZN
COMMTSSION CHAMBERS~ CZTY HALL~ BOYNTON BEACH~ FLORZDA~
ON TUESDAY, MAY :LI~, 2004 AT 6:30 P.M.
Present
Jerry Taylor, Mayor
Mike Ferguson, Vice Mayor
Bob Ensler, Commissioner
Mack McCray, Commissioner
Carl McKoy, Commissioner
Kurt Bressner, City Manager
Lindsey Payne, Assistant City Attorney
Janet Prainito, City Clerk
T. OPENINGS:
Call to Order - Mayor Jerry Taylor
Invocation - Commissioner McKoy
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Vice Mayor Ferguson
Mayor Taylor called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Commissioner McKoy requested a
moment of silent prayer for James Miriana, a community advocate, who recently passed away.
Vice Mayor Ferguson led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
D. Agenda Approval:
Additions, Deletions, Corrections
None
2. Adoption
Motion
Vice Mayor Ferguson moved to approve the agenda.
motion that carried unanimously.
Commissioner McCray seconded the
OTHER:
A. Informational Items by Members of the City Commission
Commissioner McKoy presented City Manager Bressner with a Member of the Year Award from
the Palm Beach County League of Cities. The award was given for his tireless work on behalf of
all the municipalities in Palm Beach County.
Commissioner McCray commented on an article that was in both the Palm Beach Post and the
Sun-Sentinel concerning crime rates in Palm Beach County. Commissioner McCray was deeply
concerned that Boynton Beach had an increase in crime of 2.5% to 2.6%. He had requested a
report through the City Manager regarding statistics from other municipalities. He wanted to
know how many chiefs, lieutenants, etc. there were in other departments. Boynton Beach has
one chief and three assistant chiefs.
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During his meeting with the City Manager this morning, Commissioner McCray said that he did
not receive the statistics in writing but, rather, the Police Chief began to read the information.
Commissioner McCray was insulted by this. He wanted to serve notice to the employees in the
City that if he, as an elected official, requests a report, he wants it in writing. He hoped that
the Commission would take a look at what is going on in our City Police Department.
'rZZ. ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMUNTrY & SPECZAL EVENTS, & PRESENTATIONS:
A. Announcements:
B. Community and Special Events:
1. Concert on the Green featuring Eric Burdon & The Animals
Saturday- May 22, 2004 -The Links at Boynton Beach
Gates open 6:30 p.m., show at 8:00 p.m.
Wayne Segal, Director of Media & Public Affairs, announced the Concert on the Green that will
be held on May 22nd at the Links at Boynton Beach. Tickets are available at City Hall, City Hall
in the Mall and at the Links. Mr. Segal hoped everyone would come out and enjoy the show.
C. Presentations:
1. Proclamations:
a. The Boynton Veterans Council Memorial Day Celebration -
May 30, 2004
Mayor Taylor read the Boynton Veterans Council Memorial Day Celebration Proclamation and
presented it to Robert Zimmerman from the Boynton Veterans Council.
Robert Zimmerman was honored to accept this Proclamation on behalf of the Boynton
Veterans Council. He invited everyone to the celebration to honor the veterans on Sunday at
2:00 p.m. at the Boynton Beach Memorial Cemetery.
b. National 'l'innitus Awareness Week - May 15-22, 2004
Mayor Taylor read the National Tinnitus Awareness Week Proclamation and presented it to
Steve Ratner.
Steve Ratner, Facilitator for the Tinnitus Self-Help Group of Palm Beach County, said
that tinnitus is a problem that has been overlooked until now. He said that there is help and
there is hope.
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PUBLZC AUDZENCE:
TNDZVZDUAL SPEAKERS WZLL BE LzMTrED TO 3-MZNUTE PRESENTATZONS (at
the discretion of the Chair, this 3-minute allowance may need to be adjusted
depending on the level of business coming before the City Commission)
Herb Suss, 1711 Wood Fern Drive, said that he had the pleasure of attending the .]uvenile
Transition Center awards program last Friday. Stephanie McKoy and the board did a fine job
and it was a great night to share with the kids.
Sister Lorraine Ryan, 145 NE 4th Street, is the Vice President of PATCH (Planned Approach
to Community Health). This past week was "National Cover the Uninsured Week." It is
estimated that one-fifth to one-sixth of the population is not insured. The Community Relations
Board started the Boynton Beach PATCH at the end of 2000. The Board will be inviting the CRA
and the City Commission to a workshop in the near future. She hoped the Commission would
attend so that it could become more aware of the need for a free community health center in
the Heart of Boynton area.
Brian Edwards, 629 NE 9~ Avenue, distributed handouts concerning PATCH. A copy is on
file in the Office of the City Clerk. He said that PATCH is at a point where they need guidance
and a partnership. Forty-four months ago, the past City Commission and the Community
Relations Board gave the nod to go forward with PATCH. Community volunteers have been
meeting and doing great things to make a difference in community health care, human services
and social service needs. PATCH is ready to move forward and would like to do that side by
side with the City. They need the City's help and support and look forward to a workshop
meeting with the Commission.
Mayor Taylor requested that the PATCH volunteers coordinate the workshop through the City
Manager's Office.
Brother Victor Norfus, 261 N. Palm Drive, announced that there would be voter
registration drives and empowerment rallies in Palm Beach County this summer. The first rally
will be held at St. John's Missionary Baptist Church on Saturday, .]une 26, 2004.
Kenneth De Rousse, 800 Horizons West, spoke regarding a web site (city-data.com) that
publishes information concerning all cities within the United States. He was rather discouraged
regarding some of the data on Boynton Beach. The crime index for Boynton Beach was listed
as 593.8. The U.S. average is 330.6. He felt that the Commission should consider transferring
some money from the Fire Department to the Police Department.
Betty Pierce, 637 Oak Street~ is a director for Inlet Cove Association (INCA). She
announced the Florida Coastal Clean-up to be held on September 18, 2004 at Tntracoastal Park
from 8:00 a.m. until noon. INCA will be taking care of the clean up in their area. Afterward,
there will be a picnic and a white elephant raffle. Ms. Pierce welcomed anyone who wanted to
volunteer.
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V. ADMZN'rSTRA'rZVE:
A. Accept resignation from .lose Rodriguez,
Relations Board
Motion
Commissioner McCray moved to accept the resignation
seconded by Vice Mayor Ferguson and carried unanimously.
B. Appointments to be made:
Appointment
To Be Made
Board
Regular
of lose
Member of the Community
Rodriguez. Motion was
Length of Term
Expiration Date
II McCray
IV McKoy
Mayor Taylor
Advisory Bd on Children & Youth Reg
Advisory Bd on Children & Youth Alt
Advisory Bd on Children & Youth Alt
2 yr term to 4/06 Tabled (3)
i yr term to 4/05 Tabled (3)
I yr term to 4/05 Tabled (3)
Commissioner McCray appointed Steve Miller as a Regular Member of the Advisory Board on Children
& Youth. The other appointments were tabled.
Motion
Vice Mayor Ferguson moved to approve the appointment.
that carried unanimously.
Commissioner McCray seconded the motion
II McCray Bldg. Bd of Adj & Appeals Reg
III Ferguson Bldg. Bd of Adj & Appeals Reg
IV McKoy Bldg. Bd of Adj & Appeals Reg
Mayor Taylor Bldg. Bd of Adj & Appeals Alt
I Ensler Bldg. Bd of Adj & Appeals Alt
3 yr term to 4/07
3 yr term to 4/07
3 yr term to 4/07
1 yr term to 4/05
i yr term to 4/05
Vice Mayor Ferguson appointed Richard Kurtz as a Regular Member of the Building Board of
Adjustment & Appeals. All other appointments were tabled.
Motion
Commissioner McCray moved to approve the appointment. Vice Mayor Ferguson seconded the motion
that carried unanimously.
I Ensler Cemetery Board Alt
1 yr term to 4/05 Tabled (3)
The appointment was tabled.
IV McKoy Code Compliance Board Alt 1 yr term to 4/05
Mayor Taylor Code Compliance Board Alt i yr term to 4/05
The appointments were tabled.
IV McKoy Community Relations Board Reg 3 yr term to 4/05
Mayor Taylor Community Relations Board Reg 3 yr term to 4/05
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Mayor Taylor appointed E. Diane Pacheco as a Regular Member of the Community Relations
Board. One appointment was tabled.
Motion
Vice Mayor Ferguson moved to approve the appointment.
motion that carried unanimously.
Commissioner McCray seconded the
Mayor Taylor Education Advisory Board Stu
IV McKoy Education Advisory Board Alt
Mayor Taylor Education Advisory Board Reg
! Ensler Education Advisory Board Reg
I! McCray Education Advisory Board Reg
III Ferguson Education Advisory Board Alt
IV McKoy Education Advisory Board Stu
I yr term to 4/05 Tabled (2)
1 yr term to 4/05 Tabled (3)
2 yr term to 4/06 Tabled (3)
2 yr term to 4/06 Tabled (3)
2 yr term to 4/06 Tabled (3)
i yr term to 4/05 Tabled (3)
i yr term to 4/05 Tabled (3)
All appointments were tabled.
IV McKoy Library Board Alt
1 yr term to 4/05 Tabled (3)
Commissioner McKoy appointed Alice Otis as an Alternate Member of the Library Board.
Motion
Commissioner McCray moved to approve the appointment. Vice Mayor Ferguson seconded the motion
that carried unanimously.
II McCray Senior Advisory Board Alt
1 yr term to 4/05 Tabled (3)
The appointment was tabled.
VI. CONSENT AGENDA:
Matters in this section of the Agenda are proposed and recommended by the City Manager for
"Consent Agenda" approval of the action indicated in each item, with all of the accompanying
material to become a part of the Public Record and subject to staff comments.
A. Minutes:
Agenda Preview Conference of April 16, 200~t
Regular City Commission Meeting of April 20, 2004
Agenda Preview Conference of April 30, 2004
Bids and Purchase Contracts - Recommend Approval - All expenditures are
approved in the 2003-200~l Adopted Budget
"Piggy-back" the MARTIN COUNTY, FLORIDA, CONTRACT FOR "ANNUAL
AGREEMENT FOR ROOFING SERVICES," BID #A/R 03-283 awarded to
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SUPPORT SERVICES for ROOF REPAIRS ON
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FIRE STAT]:ON #1, C1TY HALL, AND FIRE STATION #3 at a cost of
$98,428.35
Award Bid #032-2821-04/C3D, "REDEVELOPMENT/REPLACEMENT WATER
SUPPLY FOR THE EAST WELLFIELD, WELLS 10E THROUGH 14E,' to
Southeast Drilling Inc., and to execute a contract in the amount of
$1,226,210. Also, approve an owner's contingency of 10% in the amount
of $122,621 for a total project budget appropriation of $1,348,831
(Proposed Resolution No. R04-075)
Mayor Taylor removed item B.2 from the Consent Agenda.
Award Bid #033-2821-04/3A, "WEST WELLFIELD DEVELOPMENT," to
Florida Design Contractors, Inc. (FDC) and to execute a contract in the
amount of $847,960. Also, approve an owner's contingency of 10% in
the amount of $84,796 for a total project budget appropriation of
$932,756 (Proposed Resolution No. R04-076)
Mayor Taylor removed item B.3 from the Consent Agenda.
C. Resolutions:
Proposed Resolution No. R04-O77 Re: Repealing Resolution
No. R03-165, a Resolution of Necessity for the taking of property on or
near North Railroad Avenue
Proposed Resolution No. RO4-078 Re: Approving five
individual task orders for the East Water Treatment Plant Expansion
(EPX), Stage 1, Phase 1 Project totaling $1,324,702. Also, approve an
owner's contingency of 5% in the amount of $66,235.10 for a total
budget appropriation of $1,390,937.10. The owner's contingency of 5%
will be applied to individual task orders on an "as needed basis."
Mayor Taylor removed item C.2 from the Consent Agenda.
Proposed Resolution No. R04-079 Re: Authorizing Interlocal
Agreement with the Town of Briny Breezes for the provision of Fire
Suppression, Emergency Medical and Fire Life Safety services
Proposed Resolution No. R04-080 Re: Approving Agreement
for Water Service Outside the City Limits with Howard 3. Vanderlaan,
David L. Vanderlaan and Vanderlaan Partnership 2 as Customer, and The
Holiday Organization, Inc. as Contract Vendee, for the 9.63-acre parcel
located on the east side of Military Trail approximately 1,550 feet south of
Hypoluxo Road
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Proposed Resolution No. R04-081 Re: Approving Task Order
#U04-5-07 with Utilities General Engineering Consultants CH2M HILL,
l~nc. in an amount not to exceed $26,460 for engineering services for the
updating and audit of the Utilities Department Risk Management Plans
(RMP) related to our chlorine storage and processes in compliance with
the requirements of the United States Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA)
e
Proposed Resolution No. R04-082 Re: Assessing the costs of
abatement of certain nuisances against the owners of properties involved
Proposed Resolution No. R04-083 Re: Authorizing
Amendment to the FRDAP project agreement extending the land
acquisition completion date for the Wilson Center and Park expansion to
November 30, 2004
Proposed Resolution No. R04-084 Re: Providing notice of
withdrawal of membership from the Beaches and Shores Council
Proposed Resolution No. R04-085 Re: Approving an
interlocal agreement establishing and providing membership in the
Coastal Council
10.
Proposed Resolution No. R04-086 Re: Authorizing the City
Manager to execute 2 purchase contracts for 2 Marina slips
11.
Proposed Resolution No. R04-087 Re: Approving Task Order
#1 to the firm of Brown and Caldwell to provide Tnterim Utilities Director
services for a period of at least 20 weeks at an estimated cost of
$128,000
Commissioner McCray removed item C.11 from the Consent Agenda.
D. Ratification of Planning & Development Board Action.'
None
E. Ratification of CRA Action:
Coastal Bay Colony (MPMD 04-002), West side of South Federal
Highway, approximately 200 feet south of SE 23rd Avenue - Request for
Master Plan Modification approval to reduce the side setbacks approved
at 10 feet to 5 feet for lots 3 ad 59 of the 64 lot subdivision
Bayfront (NWSP 04-002), West side of South Federal Highway,
approximately one-quarter mile south of Old Dixie Highway - Request for
new site plan approval for 48 fee-simple townhomes and related site
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improvements on a 2.46-acre parcel in a proposed Infill Planned Unit
Development (1PUD)
Oceanside (NWSP 04-004), West side of South Federal Highway,
approximately 1,000 feet south of Old Dixie Highway - Request for new
site plan approval for 45 fee-simple townhomes and related site
improvements on a 2.26-acre parcel in a proposed Infill Planned Unit
Development (IPUD)
Approve the "CARRIAGE POINT TOWNHOMES, A P.U.D." Record Plat, subject to
the approval by H. David Kelley, Ir., PE/PSM (City Engineer and Surveyor &
Mapper)
Go
Approve the "LARGO POINTE" Record Plat, conditioned on the approval being
the certification of the plat document by H. David Kelley, .Ir., PE/PSM (City
Engineer and Surveyor & Mapper)
Approve the plat of ORCHARD ESTATES, subject to installation of a fire hydrant
to satisfy the safety requirements (several lots are not within the minimum
distance to a fire hydrant) prior to issuance of the first building permit
Accept the written report to Commission of purchases over $10,000 for the
month of April 2004 for informational purposes
.I. Approve the "SURPLUS VEHICLE/EQUIPMENT LIST" as submitted by the
Warehouse Manager and allow for the sale of same
Confirmation of purchase of 9.3-acre parcel of property at southeast corner of
High Ridge Road and Gateway Boulevard for Fire Station and Police Facility
Motion
Commissioner McKoy moved to approve the Consent Agenda
seconded by Vice Mayor Ferguson and carried unanimously.
as amended.
Motion was
B.2.
Award Bid #032-2821-04/C.1D, "REDEVELOPMENT/REPLACEMENT WATER
SUPPLY FOR THE EAST WELLFIELD, WELLS 10E THROUGH 14E," to
Southeast Drilling Inc., and to execute a contract in the amount of
$1,226,210. Also, approve an owner's contingency of 10% in the amount
of $122,621 for a total project budget appropriation of $1,348,831
(Proposed Resolution No, RO4-075)
Mayor Taylor announced that he pulled this item for further staff review. He requested a
motion to table.
Motion
Commissioner McCray moved to table item B.2. Commissioner McKoy seconded the motion that
carried unanimously.
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B,3,
Award Bid #033-2821-04/.1A, "WEST WELLFIELD DEVELOPMENT," to
Florida Design Contractors, Inc. (FDC) and to execute a contract in the
amount of $847,960. Also, approve an owner's contingency of 10% in
the amount of $84,796 for a total project budget appropriation of
$932,756 (Proposed Resolution No, R04-076)
Mayor Taylor announced that he pulled this item for further staff review. He requested a
motion to table.
Motion
Commissioner McCray moved to table item B.3.
carried unanimously.
Commissioner McKoy seconded the motion that
C,2,
Proposed Resolution No. R04-078 Re: Approving five
individual task orders for the East Water Treatment Plant Expansion
(EPX), Stage 1, Phase :1 Project totaling $1,324,702. Also, approve an
owner's contingency of 5% in the amount of $66,235.:10 for a total
budget appropriation of $:1,390,937.10. The owner's contingency of 5%
will be applied to individual task orders on an "as needed basis."
Mayor Taylor announced that he pulled this item for further staff review. He requested a
motion to table.
Motion
Commissioner McCray moved to table item C.2.
carried unanimously.
Commissioner Ensler seconded the motion that
C.11,
Proposed Resolution No. R04-087 Re: Approving Task Order
#:1 to the firm of Brown and Caldwell to provide Interim Utilities Director
services for a period of at least 20 weeks at an estimated cost of
$:128,000
Commissioner McCray said that he pulled this item because he had some great concerns
regarding it. He requested that the item be tabled for clarification.
Mayor Taylor said that he did not have any problems with this item and he felt that the
Commission should move forward with it.
Commissioner McCray needed clarification on whether this was for Interim Utilities Director
services or Interim Utility Management Services.
City Manager Bressner responded that it was for both. The individual that is being proposed
will serve as an Interim Utilities Director. The firm will provide Utility Management services with
City staff for up to :120 days.
Commissioner McCray inquired whether the City currently has a Utilities Director.
Bressner replied that we do not.
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Commissioner McCray asked how long we have been without one.
City Manager Bressner responded that Mr. Guidry (former Utilities Director) left approximately a
year and one half ago. Since that time, we have utilized the services of three Deputy Directors
and the Assistant City Manager. The former Utility Director was a licensed professional
engineer. There are currently two professional licensed engineers on City staff. However,
there are no licensed engineers on staff in the Utilities Department.
Given the complexity of the Utilities Department and the fact that there are two Deputy Utilities
Directors who are leaving, City Manager Bressner felt that it was appropriate and necessary to
move forward with this program. This was not on the basis of any concern or criticism but
because of the complexity of the operation and the myriad of activities that are moving forward.
He would like to have someone assisting us that has experience in environmental engineering
and contracting as we enter critical ventures as part of our water utility upgrade.
There were three items on the agenda that were tabled tonight. Each of the items represents a
step forward with respect to the water utility program. However, he felt that it would be
prudent to allow this firm, if they are authorized tonight, to spend a short period of time
evaluating the proposals to ensure that we are ready to proceed with them.
City Manager Bressner explained that the second part of the task is to assist the City in
recruiting a Utilities Director. We need someone who has utility management experience,
someone who preferably has an engineering degree in environmental science or environmental
engineering. There are public health issues at stake with the operation of a water system. We
have had no problems in the past and we want to continue with this excellent record.
Commissioner McCray wondered why it had taken the City Manager so long to come up with
this. He felt that we should have had a Utilities Director already on site. He asked whether Mr.
Sugerman would still be employed with the City.
City Manager Bressner replied that there was no change in that regard.
Commissioner McCray thought that $128,000 sounded like an awful lot of money. As a
fiduciary for the funds of the City, he did not feel comfortable spending $160 an hour and could
not vote for this.
Mayor Taylor said that the City was losing a tremendous amount of experience through early
retirements. He would feel better hiring someone who has the experience and the knowledge
to oversee the $117M we will be spending for capital projects.
Motion
Vice Mayor Ferguson moved to approve item C.11.
Fnsler.
Motion was seconded by Commissioner
Commissioner Ensler commented that we are at a point where we are looking at what to do
regarding potable water over the next 10 to 20 years. Three items, unfortunately, had to be
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tabled tonight. They are all critical to that decision. He felt that they needed to move forward
and have assistance. The more we delay, the more difficult the job will become later on. He
felt that we were doing more than hiring an individual. We were hiring a firm to provide
consulting efforts that will help put a plan in place for the next 10 to 20 years and, hopefully,
find a way to save millions of dollars.
V~te
The motion to approve carried 4 to 1 with Commissioner McCray dissenting.
Mayor Taylor asked for a motion for reconsideration of Consent items E.2 and E.3.
Mgtipn
Commissioner McKoy made a motion to reconsider items E.2 and E.3.
seconded the motion that carried unanimously.
Commissioner Ensler
E.2,
Bayfront (NWSP O4-O02), West side of South Federal Highway,
approximately one-quarter mile south of Old Dixie Highway - Request for
new site plan approval for 48 fee-simple townhomes and related site
improvements on a 2.46-acre parcel in a proposed :[nfill Planned Unit
Development (TPUD)
5.3.
Oceanside (NWSP 04-004), West side of South Federal Highway,
approximately 1,000 feet south of Old Dixie Highway - Request for new
site plan approval for 45 fee-simple townhomes and related site
improvements on a 2.26-acre parcel in a proposed :[nfill Planned Unit
Development (:[PUD)
Mayor Taylor explained that there should be a condition for both of these items that if the
applicants change the color of their developments, they need to come back for approval,
Commissioner Ensler said that hundreds of millions of dollars are being spent for the
development of Federal Highway, Congress Avenue and Boynton Beach Boulevard and for the
redevelopment of the Heart of Boynton. As part of those efforts, the CRA and the Planning &
Development Board, with the approval of the City Commission, take the time to ensure that we
have the right colors. There have been some cases recently where people have repainted their
buildings with colors that are different from the current ones. ]t is his understanding that a
permit is not required to do that.
Commissioner Ensler would hate to see where someone got angry with the City or their
neighbors and painted a building on Federal Highway a bright orange, for example. Although
the question has been raised regarding these two items on the agenda, he wanted to ask the
broader question of what we could do to protect the future of the City regarding aesthetics.
Mayor Taylor suggested that this could be a future agenda item.
Mayor Taylor asked for a motion to include a condition of approval on the development order
that will mandate City approval of any change in the color scheme for items E.2 and E.3.
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Bonnie Miskel, on behalf of the applicant, agreed to this condition and will include it in the
association documents.
Motion
Commissioner Ensler moved to approve items E.2 and E.3 with
Commissioner McKoy seconded the motion that carried unanimously.
the noted condition.
VII. CODE COMPLIANCE & LEGAL SEll'LEMENTS:
None
VIII. PUBLIC HEARING: 7:00 P.M. OR AS SOON THEREAFTER AS THE AGENDA PERMITS
Am
Project:
Agent:
Owner:
Location:
Description:
Bayfront (ANNEX 04-001)
Carlos Ballbe, Keith &. Ballbe, Inc.
Hector Garcia, Southern Homes of Palm Beach IV, LLC
West side of South Federal Highway, approximately one-quarter
mile south of Old Dixie Highway
Request to annex 2.46 acres of property in connection with the
request to build 48 fee-simple townhomes and related site
improvements (1~ Reading of Proposed Ordinance No. 04-
034)
Project:
Agent:
Owner:
Location:
Description:
Bayfront (LUAR 04-001)
Carlos Ballbe, Keith & Ballbe, :Inc.
Hector Garcia, Southern Homes of Palm Beach IV, LLC
West side of South Federal Highway, approximately one-quarter
mile south of Old Dixie Highway
Request to amend the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use map
from Commercial High Tntensity (Palm Beach County) to Special
High Density Residential (1~t Reading of Proposed Ordinance
No. 04-035)
Project:
Agent:
Owner:
Location:
Description:
Bayfront (LUAR 04-001)
Carlos Ballbe, Keith & Ballbe, :[nc.
Hector Garcia, Southern Homes of Palm Beach IV, LLC
West side of South Federal Highway, approximately one-quarter
mile south of Old Dixie Highway
Request to rezone property from General Commercial and
Residential Multi-family (Palm Beach County) to [nfill Planned Unit
Development (IPUD) (1~ Reading of Proposed Ordinance No.
04- 036)
Assistant City Attorney Payne swore in everyone who would be testifying.
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Dick Hudson, Senior Planner, explained that there were three related items for Bayfront and
there is a separate ordinance for each of them. He reviewed the adjacent land uses. Staff
recommends approval for the following reasons:
The request is consistent with the objectives of the City's annexation program,
relevant polices in the Comprehensive Plan and the adopted Federal Highway Corridor
Community Redevelopment Plan.
The requested land use amendment and rezoning will allow the development of a
project that will benefit the City, both fiscally and aesthetically.
3. The proposed development meets the standards expected when a project is
developed in the ]PUD zoning district.
There is a long-standing lack of demand for retail commercial land in the vicinity and a
proven high demand for residential land use in the Federal Highway Corridor.
Commissioner Ensler asked who would be providing water to the development. Mr. Hudson
replied that they would receive City water.
Assistant City Attorney Payne read Proposed Ordinance No 04-034 by title only.
There was no one in the audience who wished to address this item.
Motion
Vice Mayor Ferguson moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No.
McCray seconded the motion that carried unanimously.
04-034. Commissioner
Assistant City Attorney Payne read Proposed Ordinance No. 04-035 by title only.
There was no one in the audience who wished to address this item.
Motion
Vice Mayor Ferguson moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 04-035. Motion was seconded
by Commissioner McKoy and carried unanimously.
Assistant City Attorney Payne read Proposed Ordinance No. 04-036 by title only.
There was no one in the audience who wished to address this item.
Motion
Vice Mayor Ferguson moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 04-036.
seconded the motion that carried unanimously.
Commissioner Ensler
Project:
Agent:
Owner:
O~eanside (LUAR 04-003)
Carlos Ballbe, Keith & Ballbe, ]nc.
Hector Garcia, Southern Homes of Palm Beach V, LLC
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Location:
Description:
West side of South Federal Highway, approximately 1,000 feet
south of Old Dixie Highway
Request to amend the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use map
from Local Retail Commercial to Special High Density Residential
(1't Reading of Proposed Ordinance No. 04-037)
Project:
Agent:
Owner:
Location
Description:
Oceanside (LUAR 04-OO3)
Carlos Ballbe, Keith & Ballbe, :[nc.
Hector Garcia, Southern Homes of Palm Beach V, LLC
West side of South Federal Highway, approximately 1,000 feet
south of Old Dixie Highway
Request to rezone from C-2 Community Commercial to :[nfill
Planned Unit Development (:[PUD) (:!? Reading of Proposed
Ordinance No. 04-038)
Dick Hudson, Senior Planner, presented the two Oceanside items. The property is located
within the City limits and consists of 2.26 acres. He reviewed the adjacent land uses. Staff
recommends approval for the following reasons:
1. The request is consistent with the intent of the Comprehensive Plan.
It will not create additional impacts on infrastructure that have not been anticipated in
the Comprehensive Plan and will be compatible with adjacent land uses.
3. It will represent redevelopment and enhancement of the Federal Highway Corridor.
:[t will contribute to the overall economic development of the City and will increase the
range of housing opportunities for residents in Boynton Beach.
Commissioner Ensler asked who would be providing water to the development. Mr. Hudson
replied that they would receive City water,
Assistant City Attorney Payne read Proposed Ordinance No. 04-037 by title only.
There was no one in the audience who wished to address this item.
Motion
Commissioner McCray moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No.
McKoy seconded the motion that carried unanimously.
04-037. Commissioner
Assistant City Attorney Payne read Proposed Ordinance No. 04-038 by title only.
There was no one in the audience who wished to address this item.
Motion
Commissioner McCray moved to approve Proposed Ordinance
Ferguson seconded the motion that carried unanimously.
No. 04-038.
Vice
Mayor
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F. Project:
Agent:
Owner:
Location
Description:
Waterside (ANNEX 04-002)
('APPL.TCAIVT RE(~LIEST'~ POSTPOIVEI~IffAIT-
STAFF RE¢OI~ltYEIVDS PO,.~I'POIVEI~IEIVT TO 06/15/04)
Carlos Ballbe, Keith & Ballbe, Inc.
Hector Garcia, Southern Homes of Palm Beach LLC
East side of South Federal Highway, between Palmer Road and
Chukker Road
Request to annex 7.30 acres of property in connection with the
request to build 115 fee-simple townhomes and related site
improvements
Project:
Agent:
Owner:
Location
Description:
Waterside (LUAR 04-002)
(APPI..rCAIVT RE(~LIEST'~ PO.~I'POIVEI~fEIVT-
STAFF RECOI~II~IEIVDS POSTPOIVE, q,IENT TO
Carlos Ballbe, Keith & Ballbe, Inc.
Hector Garcia, Southern Homes of Palm 8each LLC
East side of South Federal Highway, between Palmer Road and
Chukker Road
Request to amend the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use map
from Commercial High Intensity and Medium Density Residential
(Palm Beach County) to Special High Density Residential
Project:
Agent:
Owner:
Location
Description:
Waterside (LUAR 04-002)
(APPI_TCAIVT RE(~UEST'~ POSTPONEMENT-
STAFF RE¢OHI~IEIVDS POSTPOIVEHEIVT TO 05/15/04,)
Carlos Ballbe, Keith & Ballbe, Inc.
Hector Garcia, Southern Homes of Palm Beach LLC
East side of South Federal Highway, between Palmer Road and
Chukker Road
Request to rezone from Multi-family Residential and Commercial
General (Palm Beach County) to Planned Use Development (PUD)
M~tion
Vice Mayor Ferguson made a motion to table items F, G and H at the applicant's request.
Motion was seconded by Commissioner Ensler and carried unanimously,
TX. cTrY MANAGER'S REPORT:
None
X. FUTURE AGENDA TI'EMS:
A. Status Report on Old High School (June 1, 2004)
Discussion of additional Property Tax Assessment Exemption for Income Eligible
Senior Citizens per FSS 196.075 (June 1, 2004)
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Consider request to purchase the vacant property adjacent to 730 SW 3rd Avenue
by Juan and Anna Valverde (June 1, 2004)
Proposed Ordinance No. 04-013 Re: Development of Regional
Impact Amendment (DRIA) approval amending the approved uses within the
project, establishing a use conversion matrix and changing the name of the DR!
project from Motorola to Renaissance Commons (2~ READ.~AIl; 7'ABL£D ON
04/07/04 - AWAZT~AIl; APPROVAL /:ROM D,C.A. OAI COMPANION
ORDZAIAAICE) (June 2004)
E. Workshop regarding City Hall/Public Safety Space Needs Report (TBA)
F. Proposed Lease Agreement with Boynton Woman's Club (TBA)
Commissioner McCray inquired whether there was a date set for the volunteer dinner.
City Manager Bressner explained that this was not a budgeted item. Therefore, he would need
direction from the Commission.
Mayor Taylor requested that this item be placed on the next agenda with some input on the
historic cost.
XI. NEW BUSINESS:
None
XII. LEGAL:
A. Ordinances - 2nd Reading - PUBLIC HEARING
Proposed Ordinance No. 04-030 Re: Revisions to
Chapter 10 "Garbage, Trash and Offensive Conditions" of the
Code of Ordinances, Part II ('2"d READ_rAIl; TABLED
$141O4)
Motion
Commissioner McCray made a motion to remove this item from the table. Commissioner McKoy
seconded the motion that carried unanimously.
Assistant City Attorney Payne read Proposed Ordinance No. 04-030 by title only.
City Manager Bressner explained that this item was previously deferred because there were
some questions regarding the rate provisions of the ordinance. In order to move forward with
some of the operational issues, he recommended that the ordinance be redrafted without the
rate adjustment and be placed on the agenda for first reading.
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Mayor Taylor asked whether the Commission could pass the ordinance tonight without the rate
changes.
City Manager Bressner directed the Commission's attention to page 24 of the exhibit to the
ordinance. :In order to approve this ordinance without rate changes, the Commission would
need to adopt the ordinance without the changes reflected in the newly renumbered Section
10-30. The title of the section would still need to be renumbered for sequencing, but it would
revert back to the existing language totally for what was previously identified as Section 10-29.
Motion
Vice Mayor Ferguson moved to approve Proposed Ordinance 04-030 with the change suggested
by City Manager Bressner. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. City Clerk Prainito
called the roll and the motion carried unanimously.
Kenneth De Rousse, 800 Horizons West, said that Section 10-7 dealing with hearings gives
complete control to City officials. He felt that the City should not be given this much power and
the appeal should be heard by an impartial board.
Alice Otis, 203 SW 13~h Street, explained that her City utilities are not paid for through her
community association and she did not feel that the association should be able to determine
what receptacles are used. She thought that was a matter between her and the City.
City Manager Bressner said that there is no legal requirement; however, past practice has been
that where there is a homeowners' association, the City worked through them.
Commissioner Ensler reported that he had gone to the Board at Palm Beach Leisureville and
they preferred to stay with the current system. The Board at Boynton Leisureville is reviewing
the situation.
Proposed Ordinance No. 04-032 Re: Proposed
amendments to Chapter 2, Zoning, Section 6.F. Mixed Use Zoning
Districts
Assistant City Attorney read Proposed Ordinance No. 04-032 by title only.
Kenneth De Rousse, 800 Horizons West, agreed with most of this ordinance. However, he
felt that the minimum size of condominiums at 650 square feet was too small. The average
purchaser today wants a much larger condominium. The other item that disturbed him was
allowing so many units per acre. This adds congestion to streets and more water requirements.
Also, high-rises will take away the ocean breezes.
Commissioner Ensler inquired whether the comment regarding 650 square feet was correct
because on page 13 it talks about 1,000 square feet for a live/work unit.
Dick Hudson, Senior Planner, explained that originally there was a 750 square foot minimum for
the Mixed-Use High zoning district. At the request of the CRA, it was lowered to 650 square
feet. The average size of units was also lowered from 1,000 square feet to 850 square feet.
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Therefore, for every 650 square foot unit, there would have to be a larger unit to offset that. A
live/work unit is a totally different matter. That has living space and workspace in the same
unit and has a minimum square footage of 1,000 square feet. This would be a small apartment
over a commercial unit.
Motion
Commissioner Ensler moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 04°032. Vice Mayor Ferguson
seconded the motion, City Clerk Prainito called the roll and the motion carried 4 to i with
Commissioner McCray dissenting.
Proposed Ordinance No. 04-033 Re: Amending
Chapter 2, Administration, Article VIII, Education Advisory Board,
Section 2-130, "Meetings" and amending Section 2-131
"Qualifications"
Assistant City Attorney Payne Proposed Ordinance No. 04-033 by title only.
There was no one from the public who wished to address this item.
Motion
Commissioner Ensler moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 04-033. Vice Mayor Ferguson
seconded the motion. City Clerk Prainito called the roll and the motion carried unanimously.
B. Ordinances- 1~ Reading
Proposed Ordinance No. 04-039 Re: Amending the Land
Development Regulations (LDR), Chapter 22 - Streets and Sidewalks
Mayor Taylor announced that he received a request that this item be removed and sent back to
the Planning & Development Board for further consideration.
M~tiQn
Vice Mayor Ferguson made a motion to remove this item and return it to the Planning &
Development Board for further consideration. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. City
Clerk Prainito called the roll and the motion carried unanimously.
C. Resolutions:
None
D. Other:
None
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XIII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
None
X~/. AD3OURNMENT:
There being no further business, the meeting properly adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
C1TY OF BOYNTON BEACH
A-I-I'EST: //" .Conl~i ~Jl'b~e r _. J
( Cit~ Clerk
Deputy City Clerk
(s/21/o~) Commissio~
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DEVELOPMENT ORDER OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA
PROJECT NAME '
Coastal Bay Colony
APPLICANT'S AGENT:
APPLICANT'S ADDRESS:
Thomas Pagnotta, Dir. Of Operations for Southern Home.,
12900 SW 128th St., Suite 100, Miami, FI 33186
IDevelopment
P&Z
Building
Engineering
Occ. License
Deputy City Clerk
DATE OF HEARING RATIFICATION BEFORE CITY COMMISSION: May 18, 2004
TYPE OF RELIEF SOUGHT: Request master plan modification approval to amend the approved
side setbacks from ten (10) feet to five (5) feet for Lots 3 and 59.
LOCATION OF PROPERTY: 2505 South Federal Highway
DRAWING(S): SEE EXHIBIT "B" ATTACHED HERETO.
X THIS MATTER came before the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida
appearing on the Consent Agenda on the date above. The City Commission hereby adopts the
findings and recommendation of the Community Redevelopment Agency Board, which Board found
as follows:
OR
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 ci.ty administrative
staff and the public finds as follows:
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 Applicant
,,,""HAS
HAS NOT
established by substantial competent evidence a basis for the relief requested.
The conditions for development requested by the Applicant, administrative staff, or
suggested by the public and supported by substantial competent evidence are as set
forth on Exhibit "C" with notation "Included".
The Applica. pt's application for relief is hereby
~"'GRANTED subject to the conditions referenced in paragraph 3 hereof.
DENIED
5. This Order shall take effect immediately upon issuance by the City Clerk.
All further development on the property shall be made in accordance with the terms
and conditions of this
7. Other
DATED:
City lerk
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COASTAL BAY COLONY
EXHIBIT "A"
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EXHIBIT "C"
Conditions of Approval
Project name: Coastal Bay Colony
File number: MPMD 04-002
Reference: 2na review plans identified as a Master Plan Modification with a Planning and Zoning Department
date stamp marking of April 27, 2004.
DEPARTMENTS INCLUDE REJECT
PUBLIC WORKS - General
Comments: NONE X
PUBLIC WORKS - Traffic
Comments: NONE X
ENGINEERING DIVISION
Comments:
1. Please note that changes or revisions to these plans may generate additional
comments. Acceptance of these plans during the TRC process does not X
ensure that additional comments may not be generated by the Commission
and at permit review.
UTILITIES
Comments: NONE X
FIRE
Comments: NONE X
POLICE
Comments: NONE X
BUILDING DIVISION
Comments: NONE X
PARKS AND RECREATION
Comments: NONE X
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FORESTER/ENVIRONMENTALIST
Comments: NONE X
PLANNING AND ZONING
Comments:
2. Continue tree planting scheme along the entire length of the north side of X
Unit #3.
ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD
CONDITONS
Comments: NONE X
ADDITIONAL CITY COMMISSION CONDITIONS
Comments: ~ ~
3. NONE X
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DEVELOPMENT ORDER OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA
PROJECT NAME:
Bayfront
APPLICANT'S AGENT: Mr. Carlos Ballbe / Keith & Ballbe, Incorporated
Development
P&Z
Building
Engineering
Occ. License
Deputy City Clerk
APPLICANT'S ADDRESS: 2201 West Prospect Road, Suite 100 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
DATE OF HEARING RATIFICATION BEFORE CITY COMMISSION: May 18, 2004
TYPE OF RELIEF SOUGHT: Request new site plan approval to construct 48 fee-simple townhouses
on 2.46 acres in the IPUD zoning district.
LOCATION OF PROPERTY: 3440 North Federal Highway, west side of South Federal Highway,
approximately one-quarter mile south of Old Dixie Highway.
DRAWING(S): SEE EXHIBIT"B" ATTACHED HERETO.
X THIS MATTER came before the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida
appearing on the Consent Agenda on the date above. The City Commission hereby adopts the
findings and recommendation of the Community Redevelopment Agency Board, which Board found
as follows:
OR
THIS MATTER came on to be heard before the City Commission of the City of Boynton
Beach, Flodda on the date of headng 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:
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 Applicant
~ HAS
HAS NOT
established by substantial competent evidence a basis for the relief requested.
The conditions for development requested by the Applicant, administrative staff, or
suggested by the public and supported by substantial competent evidence are as set
forth on Exhibit 'C" with notation "lncluded".
The Applicant's application for relief is hereby
~""~GRANTED subject to the conditions referenced in paragraph 3 hereof.
DENIED
5. This Order shall take effect immediately upon issuance by the City Clerk.
All further development on the property shall be made in accordance with the terms
and conditions of this
7. Other
City Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
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LEGEND
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Future Land Uses:
LRC - Local Retail Commercial
GC - General Commercial
R - Recreational
LOT 40
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EXHIBIT "B"
EXHIBIT '"B"
PRELIMINARY DRAWINGS - NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION
EXHIBIT "B"
PRELIMINARY
DRAWINGS - NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION
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EXHIBIT "C"
Conditions of Approval
Project name: Bayfront
File number: New Site Plan
Reference: 2~a review plans identified as a New Site Plan with an April 13,2004 Planning and Zoning
Department date stamp marking.
DEPARTMENTS INCLUDE REJECT
PUBLIC WORKS - General
Comments:
1. Re-orient the dumpster enclosures throughout to provide a minimum turning X
radius of 60 feet to approach the dumpster and a minimum backing clearance
of 60 feet, measured from the front edge of the dumpster pad. (LDR, Chapter
2, Section 1 l.J.2.b.)
2. Relocate thc banyan trees or if possible, trim up the branches of those trees X
located near the locations of the proposed dumpster enclosures in order to
provide thc necessary vertical clearance for solid waste pickup. The trimming
should be to the minimal extent possible in order to provide clearance but yet
without bei.nl~ too excessive.
PUBLIC WORKS - Traffic
Comments: None X
ENGINEERING DMSION
Comments:
3. All conmxents requiring changes and/or corrections to the plans shall be X
reflected on all appropriate sheets.
4. Permits from the Florida DOT will be required for all work within the Federal X
Hwy. ri~t-of-way.
5. Indicate, by note on the landscape plan, that within the sight triangles there X
shall be an unobstructed cross-visibility at a level between two and one-half
(2 ~) feet and eight (8) feet above the pavement (Chapter 7.5, Article II,
Section 5.H.).
6. The medians on Federal Highway adjacent to this project have existing X
irrigation and plant material belonging to the City of Boynton Beach. Any
damage to the irrigation system and/or plant material as a result of the
contractor% operations shall be repaired or replaced to the equivalent or better
grade, as approved by the City of Boynton Beach, and shall be the sole
respons~ility of the developer. Please acknowledge this notice in your
comments response and add a note to the plans with the above stated
information.
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7. Full drainage plans, including drainage calculations, in accordance with X
Chapter 6, Article IV, Section 5 will be required at the time of permitting.
8. Prior to issuance of a Land Development Permit provide a copy of the X
homeowners association documents for review and approval.
9. A replat of the subject property is required prior to the issuance of any X
building permits.
10. All engineering construction details shall be in accordance with the applicable X
City of Boynton Beach Standard Drawings and the "Engineering Design
Handbook and Construction Standards" and will be reviewed at the time of
construction permit application.
UTILITIES
Comments:
11. Prior to the issuance of a Land Development Permit or any building permits, X
provide a plan depicting off-site roadway irnprovements on Federal Highway
acceptable to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT)' and the City
of Boynton Beach, based on the findings of the Pre-application meeting with
FDOT, held on March 11, 2004.
12. No wastewater system is readily available to this project without an upgrade X
to the existing lift station and force main located on the east side of Federal
Hwy. Provide the cumulative effects of the sanitary sewer loading from the
Bayfxont, Oceanside, and Waterside developments on the lift station at Turner
Road.
13. Palm Beach County Health Department permits will be required for the water X
and sewer systems serving this project (CODE, Section 26-12).
14. Fire flow calculations will be required demonstrating the City Code X
requirement of 1,500 g.p.m, as stated in the LDR, Chapter 6, Article IV,
Section 16, or the requirement imposed by insurance underwriters, whichever
is greater (CODE, Section 26-16(b)).
15. The CODE, Section 26-34(E) requires that a capacity reservation fee be paid X
for this project either upon the request for the Department's signature on the
Health Department application forms or within 30 days of site plan approval,
whichever occurs first. This fee will be determined based upon final meter
size, or expected demand.
16. Comprehensive Plan Policy 3.C.3.4. requires the conservation of potable X
water. As other sources are readily available City water shall not be allowed
for irrigation.
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17. Water and sewer lines to be owned and operated by the City shall be included X
within utility easements. Please show all proposed easements on the
engineering drawings, using a minimum width of 12 feet. The easements
shall be dedicated via separate instrument to the City as stated in CODE Sec.
26-33(a).
18. This office will not require surety for installation of the water and sewer X
utilities, on condition that the systems be fully completed, and given to the
City Utilities Department before the first permanent meter is set. Note that
setting of a permanent water meter is a prerequisite to obtaining the
Certificate of Occupancy.
19. A building permit for this project shall not be issued until this Department has X
approved the plans for the water and/or sewer improvements required to
service this project, in accordance with the CODE, Section 26-15.
20. The LDR, Chapter 6, Article IV, Section 16 requires that all points on each X
building be within 200 feet of an existing or proposed fire hydrant. Please
demonstrate that thc plan meets this condition.
21. Appropriate backflow preventer(s) will be required on the domestic water X
service to the buildings, and the fire sprinkler line(s) if there are any, in
accordance with CODE Sec. 26-207.
22. Screen the private lift station in accordance with City Standard G4. X
23. All utility construction details shall be in accordance with the Utilities X
Department's "Utilities Engineering Design Handbook and Construction
Standards" manual (including any updates); they will be reviewed at the time
of construction permit application.
FIRE
Comments: None X
POLICE
Comments: None X
BUILDING DIVISION
Comments:
24. Buildings, structures and parts thereof shall be designed to withstand the X
minimum wind loads of 140 mph. Wind forces on every building or structure
shall be determined by the provisions of ASCE 7, Chapter 6, and the
provisions of 2001 FBC, Section 1606 (Wind Loads). Calculations that are
signed and sealed by a design professional registered in the state of Florida
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shall be submitted for review at the time of permit application
25. At time of permit review, submit signed and sealed working drawings of the X
proposed construction.
26. At the time of permit review, submit details of reinforcement of walls for the X
future installation of grab bars as required by the Federal Fair Housing Act
Title 24 CFR, Part 100.205, Section 3, Requirement #6. All bathrooms within
the covered dwelling unit shall comply.
27. Submit a notarized affidavit (on the letterhead of the property owner, X
company or association) to properly determine the impact fees that will be
assessed for the clubhouse. The letter shall list and contain an answer to the
following questions-
· Will the clubhouse be restricted to the residents of the entire project
only?
· Will the residents have to cross any major roads or thoroughfares to get
to the clubhouse?
· Will there be any additional deliveries to the site?
· Will there be any adch'tional employees to maintain and provide service
to the site?
Please have the applicant provide the City with a copy of the letter that will
be sent to the impact fee coordinator. To allow for an efficient permit review,
the applicant should request that the County send the City a copy of their
determination of what impact fees are required for the clubhouse.
28. A water-use permit from SFWlVID is required for an irrigation system that X
utilizes water from a Well or body of water as its source. A copy of the permit
shall be submitted at the time of permit application, F.S. 373.216.
29. If capital facility fees (water and sewer) are paid in advance to the City of X
Boynton Beach Utilities Department, the following information shall be
provided at the time of building permit application (CBBCO, Chapter 26,
Article 1I, Sections 26-34):
· The full name of the project as it appears on the Development Order and
the Commission-approved site plan;
· If the project is a multi-family project, the building number/s must be
provided. The building numbers must be the same as noted on the
Commission-approved site plans;
· The number of dwelling units in each building;
· The number of bedrooms in each dwelling unit;
· The total amount paid and itemized into how much is for water and how
much is for sewer.
30. At time of permit review, submit separate surveys of each lot, parcel or tract. X
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For purposes of setting up property and ownership in the City computer,
provide a copy of the recorded deed for each lot, parcel or tract. The recorded
deed shall be submitted at time of permit review.
31. At time of building permit application, submit verification that the City of X
Boynton Beach Parks and Recreation Impact Fee requirements have been
satisfied by a paid fee or conveyance of property (CBBCO, Chapter 1, Article
V, Section 3(0). The following information shall be provided:
· A legal description of thc land;
· The full name of the project as it appears on the Development Order and
the Commission-approved site plan;
· If the project is a multi-family project, the building number/s must be
provided. The building numbers must be the same as noted on thc
Commission-approved site plans;
· The number of dwelling units in each building;
· The total amount being paid.
32. The full address of the project shall be submitted with the construction X
documents at the time of permit application submittal. If the project is multi-
family, then all addresses for the particular buildin~ type shall be submitted.
33. Please note that changes or revisions to these plans may generate additional X
comments. Acceptance of these plans during the TRC process does not ensure
that additional comments may not be generated by the commission and at
permit review.
PARKS AND RECREATION
Comments:
34. Recreation Facilities Impact Fee- the plans show 48 Multi-family units. The X
fee is calculated as follows:
· 48 single family attached units ~ $771 ea. = $ 37,008
FORESTER/ENVIRONMENTALIST
Comments:
35. All shade and palm trees on the Plant List must be listed in the specifications X
as a minimum of 12 feet to 14 feet in height, three O) inch caliper at DBH,
four and one-half (4~A) feet off the ground, including multi-stem species and
Florida #1 (Florida Grades and Standards manual). Thc height of the trees
maybe larger than 12 feet to 14 feet in order to meet the three (3) inch caliper
requirement, or the four (4) foot, six (6), or eight (8) foot clear trunk
specification (Chapter 7.5, Article 1I Section 5.C. 2).
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36. The applicant should show an elevation (cross-section) detail on the X
landscape plan, indicating how the height of the proposed landscape material
drawn to scale will visually buffer the two (2) proposed three-story buildings
from the heights of 14 feet to 40 feet along the South Federal Highway road
right-of-way.
37. There is no irrigation system design included with the site plans. The X
irrigation design should be low-flow for water conservation.
38. Staff recommends installing the Sweet Mahogany trees (proposed in the X
interior landscaping island) at 16 feet.
39. Staff recommends substituting the Washingtonia robusta palms either with X
Ro~stonea elata Palms or Wodyetia bifurcata.
PLANNING AND ZONING
Comments:
40. Approval of this site plan is contingent upon the accompanying requests for X
annexation and rezoning (ANEX 04-001). This includes the proposed project
density.
41. Each survey should be signed and sealed (Chapter 4, Section 7.A.). Copies X
are not permitted.
42. The plans show that 3 feet x 1 O-foot concrete patios are proposed in the rear X
of the buildings. Since the actual building location may slightly shift during
the permitting process, the patios shall be setback no less than five (5) feet
from the north (side) and south (side) property lines in order to preserve the
landscape buffer.
43. The IPUD zoning district does not require five (5) separate parking spaces for X
this type, size, and location of recreation area with this project. At the time of
permitting, modify tabular data to reflect that the recreation area spaces are
not required spaces.
44. On the typical floor plans (sheet Al. 1 and Al.2), indicate the size of each unit X
(under air), expressed in square feet.
45. On the landscape plan (P-l), ensure that the plant quantities match between X
the tabular data and the graphic illustration.
46. At the time of permitting, the landscape plan shall provide 50% native plant X
material for the following categories: shade trees, palm trees, and shrubs /
groundeover (Chapter 7.5, Article II, Section 5.P).
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47. The typical dra~ving of the freestanding outdoor lighting poles must include X
the height and color / material. The design, style, and illumination level shall
be compatible with the building design (height) and shall consider safety,
function, and aesthetic value (Chapter 9, Section 10.F. 1.)
48. The subdivision wall sign(s) may not exceed 32 square feet in area (Chapter X
21, Article IV, Section 1.D.). The plans do not indicate the materials or
colors used for the sign's letters. However, staff understands that the letter
would be made of PVC (or other comparable material) and bronze in color.
Staff also recommends that the wall be painted the same or similar to the
building colors.
49. Indicate the building footprint of the closest building on the abutting X
properties to the west, north, and south.
ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD
COMMENTS:
Comments:
50. None X
ADDITIONAL CITY COMMISSION COMMENTS:
Comments:
51. Subsequent changes of building colors must come back to City Commission X
for approval.
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DEVELOPMENT ORDER OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA
PROJECT NAME:
APPLICANT'S AGENT:
APPLICANT'S ADDRESS:
Oceanside
Mr. Carlos Ballbe / Keith & Ballbe, Incorporated
Development
P&Z
Building
Engineering
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Deputy City Clerk
2201 West Prospect Road, Suite 100 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
DATE OF HEARING RATIFICATION BEFORE CITY COMMISSION: May 18, 2004
TYPE OF RELIEF SOUGHT: Request new site plan approval to construct 45 townhouses on 2.26
acres in the IPUD zoning district.
LOCATION OF PROPERTY: West side of South Federal Highway, approximately a 1/8 mile south of
Old Dixie Highway.
DRAWING(S): SEE EXHIBIT "B" ATTACHED HERETO.
X THIS MATTER came before the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Flodda
appearing on the Consent Agenda on the date above. The City Commission hereby adopts the
findings and recommendation of the Community Redevelopment Agency Board, which Board found
as follows:
OR
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:
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 Applicant
~'~.. HAS
HAS NOT
established by substantial competent evidence a basis for the relief requested.
The conditions for development requested by the Applicant, administrative staff, or
suggested by the public and supported by substantial competent evidence are as set
forth on Exhibit "C" with notation "Included".
The Applicant's application for relief is hereby
,,,,'/GRANTED subject to the conditions referenced in paragraph 3 hereof.
DENIED
5. This Order shall take effect immediately upon issuance by the City Clerk.
All further development on
and conditions of this
shall be made in accordance with the terms
7. Other
DATED:
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SITE PLANTING PLAN
EXHIBIT "C"
Conditions of Approval
Project name: Oceanside
File number: NWSP 04-004
Reference: 2na review plans identified as a New Site Plan with a April 13, 2004 Planning and Zoning
Department date stamp marking.
DEPARTMENTS INCLUDE REJECT
PUBLIC WORKS - General
Comments: None X
PUBLIC WORKS - Traffic
Comments:
1. The minimum required outside turning radius for Fire/Rescue and Solid X
Waste equipment is 55 ft. in accordance with the Fire Protection Code.
Please ensure this requirement is met.
ENGINEERING DIVISION
Comments:
2. All comments requiring changes and/or corrections to the plans shall be X
reflected on all appropriate sheets.
3. Permits from the Florida DOT will be required for all work within the Federal X
Hwy. right-of-way.
4. Show the locations of the proposed light poles on the site plan (Chapter 4, X
Section 7.B.4.).
5. It may be necessary to replace or relocate large canopy trees adjacent to light X
fixtures to eliminate future shadowing on the parking surface (Chapter 23,
Article II, Section A. 1.b).
6. Indicate, by note on the landscape plan, that within the sight triangles there X
shall be an unobstructed cross-visibility at a level between two and one-half
(2½) feet and eight (8) feet above the pavement (Chapter 7.5, Article II,
Section 5.H.).
7. Full drainage plans, including drainage calculations, in accordance with the X
LDR, Chapter 6, Article IV, Section 5 will be required at the time of
permitting.
8. Prior to issuance of a Land Development Permit provide a copy of the X
homeowners association documents for review and approval.
9. All engineering construction details shall be in accordance with the applicable X
City of Boynton Beach Standard Drawings and the "Engineering Design
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Handbook and Construction Standards" and will be reviewed at the time of
construction permit application.
UTILITIES
Comments:
10. Prior to the issuance of a Land Development Permit or any building permits, X
provide the cumulative effects of the sanitary sewer loading from the
Bayfront, Oceanside, and Waterside developments on the city's sanitary
system downstream of these projects. Any required system improvements,
including upsizing lift station(s) and increasing main sizes will be the sole
responsibility of the developer.
11. Palm Beach County Health Department permits will be required for the water X
and sewer systems serving this project (CODE, Section 26-12).
12. Fire flow calculations will be required demonstrating the City Code X
requirement of 1,500 g.p.m, as stated in the LDR, Chapter 6, Article IV,
Section 16, or the requirement imposed by insurance underwriters, whichever
is greater (CODE, Section 26-16(b)).
13. The CODE, Section 26-34(E) requires that a capacity reservation fee be paid X
for this project either upon the request for the Department's signature on the
Health Department application forms or within 30 days of site plan approval,
whichever occurs first. This fee will be determined based upon final meter
size, or expected demand.
14. Comprehensive Plan Policy 3.C.3.4. requires the conservation of potable X
water. As other sources are readily available City water shall not be allowed
for irrigation.
15. Water and sewer lines to be owned and operated by the City shall be included X
within utihty easements. Please show all proposed easements on the
engineering drawings, using a minimum width of 12 feet. The easements
shall be dedicated via separate instrument to the City as stated in CODE Sec.
26-33(a).
16. This office will not require surety for installation of the water and sewer X
utilities, on condition that the systems be fully completed, and given to the
City Utilities Department before the first permanent meter is set. Note that
setting of a permanent water meter is a prerequisite to obtaining the
Certificate of Occupancy.
17. A building permit for this project shall not be issued until this Department has X
approved the plans for the water and/or sewer improvements required to
service this project, in accordance with the CODE, Section 26-15.
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18. The LDR, Chapter 6, Article IV, Section 16 requires that all points on each X
building be within 200 feet of an existing or proposed fire hydrant. Please
demonstrate that the plan meets this condition.
19. PVC material is not permitted on the City's water system. All lines water X
lines shall be made with Ductile kon Pipe (DIP).
20. Appropriate backflow prevemer(s) will be required on the domestic water X
service to the buildings, and the fire sprinkler line(s) if there are any, in
accordance with CODE Sec. 26-207.
21. All utility construction details shall be in accordance with the Utilities X
Department's "Utilities Engineering Design Handbook and Construction
Standards" manual (including any updates); they will be reviewed at the time
of construction permit application.
FIRE
Comments: None X
POLICE
Comments: None X
BUILDING DIVISION
Comments:
22. Buildings, structures and parts thereof shall be designed to withstand the X
minimum wind loads of 140 mph. Wind forces on every building or structure
shall be determined by the provisions of ASCE 7, Chapter 6, and the
provisions of 2001 FBC, Section 1606 (Wind Loads). Calculations that are
signed and sealed by a design professional registered in the state of Florida
shall be submitted for review at the time of permit application.
23. Every building and structure shall be of sufficient strength to support the X
loads and forces encountered per the 2001 FBC, Section 1601.2.1 and Table
1604.1. Indicate the live load (psf) on the plans for the building design.
24. Buildings three-stories or higher shall be equipped with an automatic X
sprinkler system per F.S. 553.895.
25. At time of permit review, submit signed and sealed working drawings of the X
proposed construction.
26. At the time of permit review, submit details of reinforcement of walls for the X
future installation of grab bars as required by the Federal Fair Housing Act
Title 24 CFR, Part 100.205, Section 3, Requirement #6. All bathrooms within
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the covered dwelling unit shall comply.
27. Submit a notarized affidavit on the letterhead of the property owner, company X
or association in order to properly determine the impact fees that will be
assessed for the one-story pool/clubhouse/recreation building. The letter shall
list and contain an answer to the following questions:
· Will the pool/clubhouse/recreation building be restricted to the
residents of the entire project only?
· Will the residents have to cross any major roads or thoroughfares to get
to the pool/clubhouse/recreation building?
· Will there be any additional deliveries to the site?
· Will there be any additional employees to maintain and provide service
to the site?
Please have the applicant provide the City with a copy of the letter that will
be sent to the impact fee coordinator. To allow for an efficient permit review,
the applicant should request that the County send the City a copy of their
determination of what impact fees are required for the
pool/clubhouse/recreation building.
28. A water-use permit from SFWMD is required for an irrigation system that X
utilizes water from a well or body of water as its source. A copy of the permit
shall be submitted at the time of permit application, F.S. 373.216.
29. At time of permit review, submit separate surveys of each lot, parcel or tract. X
For purposes of setting up property and ownership in the City computer,
provide a copy of the recorded deed for each lot, parcel or tract. The recorded
deed shall be submitted at time of permit review
30. At time of building permit application, submit verification that the City of X
Boynton Beach Parks and Recreation Impact Fee requirements have been
satisfied by a paid fee or conveyance of property. The following information
shall be provided:
· A legal description of the land;
· The full name of the project as it appears on the Development Order
and the Commission-approved site plan;
· If the project is a multi-family project, the building number/s must be
provided. The building numbers must be the same as noted on the
Commission-approved site plans;
· The number of dwelling units in each building;
· The total amount being paid;
(CBBCO, Chapter 1, Article V, Section 3(19).
31. Pursuant to approval by the City Commission and all other outside agencies, X
the plans for this project must be submitted to the Building Division for
review at the time of permit application submittal. The plans must incorporate
all the conditions of approval as listed in the development order and approved
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by the City Commission.
32. The full address of the project shall be submitted with the construction X
documents at the time of permit application submittal. If the project is multi-
family, then all addresses for the particular building type shall be submitted.
The name of the project as it appears on the Development Order must be
noted on the building permit application at the time of application submittal.
PARKS AND RECREATION
Comments:
33. Recreation Facilities Impact Fee- the plans show 48 Multi-family units. X
45 single-family attached units x $771 each = $34,695
FORESTER/ENVIRONMENTALIST
Comments:
34. All shade and palm trees on the Plant List must be listed in the description as X
a minimum of 12 feet to 14 feet in height, 3 caliper inches at DBH (4 ½) feet
off the ground), including multi-stem species and Florida gl (Florida Grades
and Standards manual). The height of the trees may be larger than 12 fee to
14 feet to meet the three (3)-inch caliper requirement, or the five (5) foot and
six (6) foot clear trunk specification (Chapter 7.5, Article II Sec. 5.C. 2.).
35. The applicant should show an elevation cross-section detail on the landscape X
plan, indicating how the height of the proposed landscape material drawn to
scale will visually buffer the two (2) proposed 3-story buildings from the
heights of 14 feet to 40 feet along the South Federal Highway road right-of-
way.
36. In the design, all shade and palm trees should receive irrigation from a X
bubbler source (Chapter 7.5, Article II Sec. 5A.).
37. Staff recommends installing the Live Oak trees (,proposed in the interior X
landscaping islands) at 16 feet.
PLANNING AND ZONING
Comments:
38. Approval of this site plan is contingent upon the accompanying request land X
use amendment / rezoning (LUAR 04-003). This includes the proposed
project density.
39. Each survey should be signed and sealed (Chapter 4, Section 7.A.). Copies X
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are not permitted.
40. The billboard shall be removed after the issuance of a certificate of occupancy X
for the 19th townhouse unit.
41. The landscape plan shows that a wall is proposed along the east property line. X
At the time of permitting, show the wall on the site plan.
42. The IPUD zoning district does not require five (5) separate parking spaces for X
this type, size, and location of recreation area with this project. At the time of
permitting, modify tabular data to reflect that the recreation area spaces are
not required spaces.
43. Fifty percent (50%) of all site landscape materials must be native species X
(Chapter 7.5, Article II, Section 5.P). At the time of permitting, on the
landscape plan provide the overall percentage of native plant material by the
following categories: canopy trees, palm trees, shrubs / accents, and
groundcover to ensure compliance with this code requirement.
44. At the time of permitting, the typical drawing of the freestanding outdoor X
lighting poles must include the height and color / material. The design, style,
and illumination level shall be compatible with the building design (height)
and shall consider safety, function, and aesthetic value (Chapter 9, Section
10.F.1.).
45. The subdivision wall sign(s) may not exceed 32 square feet in area (Chapter X
21, Article W, Section 1.D.). The plans do not indicate the materials or colors
used for the sign's letters. However, staff understands that the letter would be
made of PVC (or other comparable material) and bronze in color. Staff also
recommends that the wall be painted the same or similar to the building
colors.
46. Staff recommends installin$ additional hedges in front of the pool area. X
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY COMMENTS:
Comments:
47. None X
CITY COMMISSION COMMENTS:
Comments:
48. Subsequent changes of building colors must come back to City Commission X
for approval.
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Exhibit - City Commission Mtg.
May 18, 2004
BOYNTON BEACH
".4 Healthy Communit3, Beghts with a Planned ,4I~proach to Community Health"
Mayor, Vice Mayor and Commissioners
City of Boynton Beach
Boynton Beach, FL 33435
April 22, 2004
Gentlemen:
Thank you so much for the opportunity to speak at the City of Boynton Beach commission
meeting during public audience a few moments on Tuesday, April 20, 2004 about PATCH
(Planned Approach to Community Health).
In a sincere effort to due justice to the now forty-three months that the Boynton Beach
PATCH has been in existence, I am going to be brief, but reemphasize my request for a
special meeting between PATCH, commission, CRA and CRB members at the earliest
possible date. At a minimum, we would be grateful to simply be an agenda item so we could
educate all new members of these city leadership bodies on our continued efforts to make our
city a better place for all citizens. Our work is as important today, if not more so, than the
first day we were formed.
I am hopeful that you will take the opportunity to peruse the Historical Activity Record/Data
Sheet attached hereto in an effort to understand as a refresher, how and why we were created
at the November 4, 2000 joint commission and CRB meeting at the Library. As you can see
by the data sheet, we have been a group of dedicated volunteers that have tried very hard to
fulfill the health, social and human services needs of our City especially in the Heart of
Boynton targeted area; however, without prejudice to any Boynton Beach citizens that have
been in need of those programs and services we have been able to proudly provide.
On an emotional side, let me please say - all that I am sincerely and proudly involved with in
the City of Boynton Beach, it is PATCH that I truly believe I and those I serve with make the
most positive difference in someone's life. You should be as proud of PATCH and realize it
was by far the right thing to do at the right time. The City of Boynton Beach continues to
need PATCH and we continue to need the ear and support of our city leaders at this most
positive pivotal point in our efforts to do good things for those with a need within our city
boundaries. I have tried to provide this information occasionally to the City Commissioners,
but again, the three minutes is just not a venue to discuss such important issues for our city.
Why do we need your undivided attention now? Well, first it is for support and partnership,
but it is not for a free ride. Even though, we have been extremely grateful for city staff
support, I believe we have well documented overall our self-sufficiency by virtue of doing so
much with less and by using funding partners to help us do what we have been able to
accomplish. Regretfully, it has come to our Boards attention that the volumes of minutes and
documents we have provided over the last forty-three months have probably not been read by
our city leaders. This is a problem in our opinion.
As you can see by our activity record, we have basically been as active as some of the
"officially" sanctioned boards within the city. I say that to simply draw attention to how
seriously we take our responsibilities. Each event listed has been documented by an activity
sheet, minutes, agendas and we have proceeded along like any other board by conducting our
business in accordance with Roberts Rules, as you would expect. We have had By Laws and
Articles since the beginning and even though some months were tougher than others, we have
now stabilized our existence with becoming incorporated, awaiting our approved 501 c3 status
from the state and aggressively seeking grants that we feel confident in receiving.
Gentlemen, we are not going away. I do not say that as a flipped remark. I say that because
even though you may have not been on the commission on November 4, 2000, we feel very
strongly that you must know that we exist and what we are doing to help you as our city
leaders provide for the health, social and human services needs that our citizens have.
Without sounding too redundant, we are proud to be associated with this effort and we have
dedicated a great deal of time to ensure its success - not failure! We are the newest PATCH
of the seven in Palm Beach County and we believe we are by far the most successful. In fact,
we are on the cutting edge of being a role model PATCH for the entire state and maybe even
the nation for that matter.
Boynton Beach, as you know more than anyone, is the third largest city in the county. As you
also are aware, being the third largest city, we share in the counties statistics for every known
health, social and human services need statistically monitored. In fact, in many areas we
exceed the average. PATCH has used this information to formulate our efforts and target
those areas that need attention right now. If PATCH had not been formed, then I know ! also
don't have to tell you that these less than glamorous weekend wellness initiatives would
without a doubt be again raised up the flag pole to your level for assistance in help and
resolve.
This is not new business, this is old business. Every major undertaking the city has taken in
recent years for revitalization has included the need for addressing health, social and human
services. This has been both by city leaders understanding the need because of your
awareness of the big picture from a county perspective, as well as outcries from citizens that
are at or below poverty level. Some examples of this recognition of problems and the vision
to address them are:
Boynton Beach 20/20: Planning Our Future Assembly, May 2-6, 1996, Policy
Statement, Coordinated by the Florida Institute of Government at Florida
Atlantic University and the Florida Atlantic University/Florida International
University Joint Center for Environmental and Urban Problems, Introduction,
"Some of the issues and needs facing the City include promoting commercial and
neighborhood revitalization, community unity, and increased citizen involvement
in government". The Committee developed an agenda centered around seven
major policy areas which shaped the topics of discussion at the Assembly: "Quality
of Life/Image and Character, Commercial Revitalization, Economic Development,
Neighborhood Revitalization, Public Safety/Crime Prevention, City Govern ment,
and Education/Youth Involvement". Page 3, 1. Quality of Life/Image and
Character, A, 1,b. "Increase distribution of city resources information. Provide a
directory of city services. Educate the public as to which services are provided by
the city and which are provided privately".
Boynton Beach 20/20 Redevelopment Master Plan, Executive Summary 1998
(Planning-Design-Implementation), page 11, "Municipalities are not always
eligible for various resources; it may often be necessary to develop collaborative
efforts with non-profit organizations or semi-autonomous authorities in order to
successfully implement programs".
Heart of Boynton Community Redevelopment Plan, Executive Summary,
2001/2002, Strategic Planning Group, Inc., (Economics-Planning-Economic
Development) in association with RMPK Group, JEG Associates, Critical
Implementation Issues, page 4: "While the above five actions are taking place,
other actions need to be ongoing including strengthen the neighborhood leadership
process, construction of replacement housing by the CDCs~ establishment of
needed services including: a public health clinic, job training center, day care, a
redeveloped Wilson Center, continuation of Palmetto Park, and increase code
enforce and land parcel cleanup". Phase 1 - Actions (Months 1 - 8), Action Item
12, "Promote Public Health Clinic, Day Care program, and training space by RE
Lee CDC at their facility - Responsibility: City, CDC". NOTE: The RE Lee CDC
has been wonderful in allowing us to have our Saturday Wellness Center at their
facility; however, with the new Charter School moving in, this will present
availability issues. Every meeting that included public input from the citizens at
the Heart of Boynton meetings to include the Kickoff, Stakeholders, Interviews,
Public Forums and Commission briefings, the citizens addressed health, social and
human services as the number one concern for need parallel too or above even
crime and safety. Even though this document does not list in order of how these
topics were written on the poster boards, they are identified over and over again in
the document as being a critical priority: pages 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 78 and 79.
I am prepared to provide more, but I am also aware that you already have access to every
document that I could reference and I do not want to alienate you with additional reading.
The citizens that placed these needs as critical are right on target and the statistical data
provided in the Community Assessment 2000, which is a United Way of Palm Beach County
Community Initiative and completed in partnership with Palm Beach County, the Children's
Services Council and the Health Care District of Palm Beach County support the needs. In
fact, the population of minority residents in Boynton Beach as far exceeded most expectations
in the four years since this current assessment, which has obviously compounded the problem.
These are unfortunate facts, but the truth is, overall the minority residents of Boynton Beach
continue to be the most affected by poverty level issues that require the continued support of
health, social and human services.
Our PATCH Board's community surveys, as well as the United Way of Palm Beach County's
Community Assessment 2000 continues to substantiate and reflect a tremendous amount of
assistance required for many Boynton Beach citizens as it relates to communicating and
providing care and education in preventing illness, death, disability, and injury. There is no
age, race or religious barriers that distinguish those that might benefit from an active PATCH;
however, those with a language barrier, lack of transportation and low income do normally
stand to benefit greatly by the partnership that the PATCH process provides to the community
and most certainly to our city leadership, not to mention our community hospitals.
In fact, the PATCH process in and of itself is a process that involves and enables members of
a community to plan, implement, and evaluate programs designed to reduce the burden of
disease in the community. It is a health promotion planning methodology that increases a
community's capacity to organize and mobilize members, collect and use local area data, set
health priorities, select and implement appropriate interventions, and perform process and
impact evaluation. However, PATCH is flexible. The tools of the PATCH process may be
used in an open-ended setting to identify and address whatever health priorities a community
selects. It can address a pre-selected health priority, such as cardiovascular disease, or health
priorities of a particular population, such as those associated with older adults or children.
The participants of the PATCH Board and process are a partnership between State and local
health agencies and active concerned citizens within the local community. The process yields
not only improvements in community health status but also a functioning coalition with the
capacity to conduct community-based health promotion.
I hope the information provided herein helps to better explain our PATCH process and what
we believe is vital to the quality of life and well being for our citizens. The PATCH process
is needed in our community and many will benefit from the results for many years to come.
However, the PATCH process thrives while in partnership with those in our community who
have the expertise within many of the targeted areas as indicated above. We believe we have
that expertise by virtue of our relationship and partnership with some of the strongest
resources our community and county has to offer by the dedication of many health care
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professionals from Bethesda Memorial Hospital, Florida Atlantic University Christine E.
Lynn College of Nursing, South University School of Nursing as well as some of the most
caring citizens that our city has to offer.
Gentlemen, I'm one of our city's most enthusiastic cheerleaders because I believe in the
positive things that are taking place. In my opinion and in my experience, the city has always
allowed me to be part of the process in almost every issue I have been involved in and I have
appreciated that opportunity and privilege. I and others on the PATCH Board, some of
whom, have been awaiting a stabilized health/wellness center for many, many years believe
we have what it takes to help achieve wonderful outcomes as a thriving wellness center,
which can offer much more than we are able to provide at this point. But, the road will be
steep and much more difficult without the support, advice and partnership of our city
leadership - especially in this time of booming revitalization throughout the city.
The city needed us and we answered the call. We now need you. Please allow us an
opportunity to sit with you, the CRA and CRB to discuss one of the most important elements
of revitalization and economic development - the health, social and human services that is
deemed necessary by the citizens, city and consultants.
I appreciate you indulging in this lengthy letter, but I know of no other way to present this
information if you are not getting the minutes and not understanding the seriousness of our
concerns. I began this letter by saying I would be brief, considering all that PATCH has done
and all the positive outcomes you should be aware of- this was the brief version. I pray that I
have provide the PATCH efforts in the context they deserve and justice in my words to all
those that have given of their time and expertise in my communication with you.
I thank each you for all that you do. I will be looking forward to your reply along with our
distinguished Board of Directors.
Thank you,
Brian Edwards
629 NE 9TM Ave.
Boynton Beach, FL 33435
(561) 375-6606