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Minutes 01-20-09 MINUTES OF THE CITY COMMISSION MEETING HELD IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, At 6:30 P.M., ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 20,2009 Present: Jerry Taylor, Mayor Jose Rodriguez, Vice Mayor Ron Weiland, Commissioner Woodrow L. Hay, Commissioner Marlene Ross, Commissioner Kurt Bressner, City Manager James Cheraf, City Attorney Janet Prainito, City Clerk I. OPENINGS: A. Call to Order - Mayor Jerry Taylor B. Invocation by Reverend Rick Riccardi, Police Chaplain C. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag by Vice Mayor Jose Rodriguez Mayor Taylor called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Reverend Rick Riccardi offered the Invocation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Vice Mayor Jose Rodriguez. Mayor Taylor requested a motion to recess the City Commission meeting to discuss the Community Redevelopment Agency Board issues. Motion Commissioner Ross so moved. Vice Mayor Rodriguez seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Meeting recessed at 6:33 p.m. Meeting reconvened at 7:07 p.m. Mayor Taylor reconvened the City Commission meeting at the conclusion of the Community Redevelopment Agency Board meeting. D. Agenda Approval: 1. Additions, Deletions, Corrections Based on the action of the Community Redevelopment Agency Board tabling the issue, Attorney Cherof suggested the review of the Auburn Agreement be tabled or be stricken from the agenda. Mayor Taylor called for a motion to strike Item XI. New Business, A. Review and consideration of approval of Auburn Master Development Agreement. (Proposed Resolution No. R09-0J8) from the agenda. 1 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 Motion Commissioner Hay so moved. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 2. Adoption Motion Commissioner Weiland moved to approve the agenda as amended. Commissioner Hay seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. II. OTHER: A. Informational Items by Members of the City Commission Commissioner Ross shared a press release she had received announcing on January 21, 2009, the Florida Senate Select Committee on the Economy would be holding a public workshop from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Children's Services Council Center on High Ridge Road. The workshop is for business owners or representatives and employers. The topics include the barriers to economic recovery, redundant regulatory activities, and incentives for business development. Commissioner Ross encouraged attendance at the workshop. Commissioner Hay expressed his feelings relating to the Presidential Inauguration and its historic impact. He initially thanked the City and staff for participating in the Martin Luther King March on January 19, 2009 at 7 a.m. Mr. Bressner, Chiefs Immler and Bingham and their respective departments participated. Commissioner Hay found it exciting to celebrate Martin Luther King's birthday and the next day celebrate the inauguration of Barak Obama as the first African-American President of the United States. It was a historic moment that represented change and increased pride in being an American. President Obama had energized, encouraged and inspired many to want to do better. Commissioner Hay hoped the City leaders would capture the new spirit and strive to work together for the betterment of all. Recognizing ourselves and each other would work to eliminate slum and blight and make the City the best it could be. Mayor Taylor had attended a C.O.P. (Citizens on Patrol) event at Palm Beach Leisureville recognizing the volunteers. One resident lauded the Police Department for their professionalism as he participated in a ride along program with the Citizens Police Academy. It was a tribute to volunteerism that so many residents work with the Police Department in their many programs. Another class for the Citizens Police Academy starts in February and another will commence in October. Mayor Taylor strongly urged the citizens to enroll and learn more about the police and the work they do. Commissioner Ross announced Chief Immler was being recognized by the State Chiefs of Police Association. 2 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 III. ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMUNITY &. SPECIAL EVENTS &. PRESENTATIONS A. Announcements: None B. Community and Special Events: None C. Presentations: 1. Proclamations None 2. Presentations a. 2008 National Public Lands Day Volunteer of the Year award, on behalf of the National Environmental Education Foundation presented to Gary Solomon. Ginny Shea, Senior Recreation Manager and Vicki Robertson, Administrative Secretary for the Department, along with Mayor Taylor presented Gary Solomon with a plaque commemorating his selection as the National Public Lands Day Volunteer of the Year. His nomination had been sent to the National Environmental Education Foundation. Mr. Solomon has worked with the City since 2005 cleaning beaches with the group, Sand Sifters that now has over 100 volunteers enrolled. Sand Sifters now hosts several events throughout the year and created partnerships with other regional, governmental and non-profit agencies to benefit the local environment. Mayor Taylor offered congratulations and thanks from all the citizens for his tireless efforts to keep the beaches and the City environmentally clean. Mr. Solomon recognized his fellow volunteers and praised the partnership with the City that has encouraged other cities to look into his programs locally and even state wide. He announced the Intracoastal Park is now under the Sand Sifter auspices. Palm Beach County would also be presenting Mr. Solomon with a similar award. He requested continued encouragement from City leaders to boost the number of volunteers willing to participate in clean up efforts throughout the City. Mr. Solomon accepted the award in memory of his father, Harvey Solomon, who taught him the value and respect for the environment. b. Presentation by Connie Siskowski, Founder and President of the Volunteers for the Homebound & Family Caregivers. Connie Siskowski and Lynn Durbin, a licensed mental health counselor, outlined the program and services offered by the Homebound & Family Caregivers. Ms. Siskowski defined a youth 3 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 caregiver is an individual under the age of 18 who takes on adult responsibilities of care giving in the home. The group, based in Boca Raton, had started the first care giving youth project in the United States. Middle schools are targeted since those students are the most prevalent caregivers. Congress Middle School in Boynton Beach was the second school in the nation to participate in the project. There has been an increase in the number of caregivers and the intensity of their responsibilities. A public service announcement was viewed featuring children from the Congress Middle School. Ms. Durbin explained surveys were conducted to identify need and then services were offered to those students. She related the story of a teen that lived in a home with contaminated water caring for his 52 year old uncle who suffered from a stroke. Medical care for the uncle was arranged and the water was filtered to address the issue of the student wearing clean clothing. It enabled the student to grow and mature immensely including better educational development. Ms. Siskowski remarked an article had been written by the New York 1imes including students from Congress Middle School who participate in the program. They wanted to share their information and educate the Commission on their efforts to keep the children in school and return a portion of their childhood to them. IV. PUBLIC AUDIENCE: INDMDUAL SPEAKERS WILL BE LIMITED TO 3 MINUTE PRESENTATIONS (at the discretion of the Chair, this 3 minute allowance may need to be adjusted depending on the level of business coming before the City Commission> Cito Beguristain, 777 East Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach, Auburn Group, alleged the Auburn Group was not aware of the meeting that had been scheduled for 5:45 p.m. with the Community Redevelopment Agency Board. He understood the matter had been tabled before the Board and the Commission. He requested that a special meeting be scheduled as soon as possible to keep the project viable. A three to four month delay would make the project not viable. Vice Mayor Rodriguez recalled the third party analysis and the meetings would run parallel. Mayor Taylor advised he would direct the Community Redevelopment Agency Executive Director to coordinate a date for a special meeting with Auburn Group. Glenn Jergenson, Greater Boynton Beach Chamber of Commerce President, presented a letter in support of the brownfield designation for commercial areas in the Community Redevelopment Agency district. The letter is attached to the minutes. The Chamber of Commerce offered not only their support but also their assistance in communicating the purpose and need for the brownfield designation for commercial properties. Mr. Jergenson noted the Familiarization Tour in cooperation with the Business Development Board included Boynton Beach and South County. He remained active and would participate along with the other 14 site selection members from around the County on the Familiarization Tour. Jonathan Keith, 641 Shore Drive, President of INCA, recognized the designation of the industrial and commercial properties in the Community Redevelopment Agency district as brownfield is an 4 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 important and critical component in the redevelopment of Boynton Beach. INCA requested that the issue be revisited and the designation be accomplished as soon as possible. The prior objection related to the designation of any residential areas. Mr. Bressner added the descriptions of the commercial and industrial areas had been completed by the GIS department. Mr. Keith noted if residential owners wanted to opt into the brownfield designation that would be their choice. Robert Tabano, 1008 Coral Court, addressed the bulk pickup schedule in his neighborhood. His work schedule only permitted him to do yard work on the weekend and his pickup day had been changed to Wednesday. He had recently been assessed a fine and objected to the fine since only palm tree fronds were in the pile, cut in four foot lengths. Mr. Tabano requested a more convenient bulk pickup day for those individuals that had to work Monday through Friday. Vice Mayor Rodriguez responded the objective was to keep the streets clean. It was suggested that trimmings be placed elsewhere until the bulk pickup day and then brought to the curb the night before. Mr. Tabano advised he had no choice but to do his trimming due to a rodent infestation in his attic. He felt a warning would have been more appropriate than assessing a fine and picking up the trimmings at the same time. He had no opportunity to remedy the violation. Mayor Taylor reviewed the reasons for the change in bulk pickup to six days a week. He also stressed warnings had been used for more than six months to inform the residents. Mr. Tabano requested a 48 hour window before pickup is scheduled, when a fine would not be assessed. Barbara Ready, 329 SW 13th Avenue, Chair of the Arts Commission, announced the UrbanjLandjScapes Project would be held on Saturday, January 31, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. A series of alternative dance and art performances will be available, free to the public in the parking lot across from City Hall with the Old High School as the back drop. It will feature the Demetrius Klein Dance Company, music by Nicholas Klein, film installations by John Watts and art installations by Lucy Keshavarz. She invited everyone to attend and enjoy the exhibition. Victor Norfus, 261 N. Palm Drive, had five issues. He suggested the Auburn Group be required to attend all meetings relating to the Heart of Boynton so the item would not have to be continuously tabled. Mr. Norfus questioned if there had been progress in naming an advisory board in conjunction with the Community Redevelopment Agency Board. He stressed the importance of meeting the deadline for the construction of a grocery store and thought an advisory board could be helpful in that regard to move the project along. He thanked Commissioner Hay for his support with the Martin Luther King march. There was a complaint that there were no barbeque grills in the Sara Sims Park and he requested installation of grills. Mr. Norfus also gave an update on the fund raising for the Heritage Celebration and asked the community for support or donations. Commissioner Ross interjected she had not received any invitation to the Martin Luther King events. Mr. Norfus responded many on the committee had made the trip to Washington D.C. for the inauguration so the festivities had been scaled down. Nancy Chandler, 914 NE 7th Street, commented on the Auburn Master Development Agreement and wanted to make sure that any special meeting on the agreement would be a public meeting with public comments permitted. Mayor Taylor assured her it would be a public meeting. Ms. 5 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 Chandler contended the zoning and redevelopment plans should be changed first before any agreement on building nine story buildings is signed. Mayor Taylor indicated the plan was for eight stories and no agreements had been made. The documents were only proposals at this time. Ms. Chandler also suggested the project be divided into manageable projects rather than one development. Mayor Taylor advised attendance at the special meeting would be an appropriate time to address the concerns. Harry Woodworth, 685 NE 15th Place, questioned why density was increased in the project when increased density has been an issue for the City for many years. He also emphasized that references to taking by eminent domain were contrary to the 69% of voters who supported the elimination of eminent domain for development. Attorney Cherof explained the agreement indicates the City may consider the use of eminent domain. Mr. Woodworth contended the Heart of Boynton Beach project did not constitute a public purpose as outlined in the Constitution. Mayor Taylor reiterated the fact the City had not agreed to anything at this point. Mr. Woodworth countered that the project would move along faster if items that were illegal or contentious were excluded from the agreement in the beginning. Herb Suss, 1711 Woodfern Drive, supported the Police Department; however, the Civilian Emergency Response Team (CERT) was not mentioned and it needed more volunteers. Mr. Suss also requested an update on the boundless park on Congress Avenue. He thanked Commissioner Ross for her attendance at a Galaxy Elementary event when WXEL donated two reading books to every child. Mr. Suss advised he was attempting to get a grant for the school through the Marlins baseball team. He also supported the tabling of the Master Development Agreement and suggested another developer may present a better perspective for the Heart of Boynton project. Also public notification of the special meeting was imperative. Brian Edwards, 629 NE 5th Avenue, expressed his grave concern with the Auburn Group agreement and did not want the City of Boynton Beach to be mocked in the future. It was disturbing to him that moving forward was more important than financial disclosure for both parties over the long term. Vice Mayor Rodriguez clarified moving forward was contingent on the financials and parallel progress on the financial analysis and master development agreement would expedite the entire process. Mr. Edwards disagreed. Commissioner Hay commented all questions had to be answered before any signature is affixed to a document. No one else coming forward, Mayor Taylor closed public audience. v. ADMINISTRATIVE: A. Appointments Appointment To Be Made Board Length of Term Expiration Date Mayor Taylor Bldg. Bd of Adj & Appeals Reg 3 yr term to 12/11 Tabled (3) 6 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 I Weiland Bldg. Bd of Adj & Appeals Reg 3 yr term to 12/11 Tabled (3) III Rodriguez Bldg. Bd of Adj & Appeals Alt 1 yr term to 12/09 Tabled (2) II Hay Bldg. Bd of Adj & Appeals Alt 1 yr term to 12/09 Tabled (3) III Rodriguez Cemetery Board Alt 1 yr term to 12/09 I Weiland Code Compliance Board Reg 3 yr term to 12/10 Mayor Taylor Code Compliance Board Alt 1 yr term to 12/09 IV Ross Code Compliance Board Alt 1 yr term to 12/09 Tabled (2) IV Ross Education & Youth Advisory Board Alt 1 yr term to 12/09 Mayor Taylor Education & Youth Advisory Board Alt 1 yr term to 12/09 Tabled (3) III Rodriguez Education & Youth Advisory Board Stu N/V 1 yr term to 12/09 Tabled (3) Mayor Taylor Recreation & Parks Board Alt 1 yr term to 12/09 Tabled (3) II Weiland Recreation & Parks Board Alt 1 yr term to 12/09 Tabled (3) Mayor Taylor Senior Advisory Bd Alt 1 yr term to 12/09 Tabled (3) I Weiland Senior Advisory Bd Alt 1 yr term to 12/09 Tabled (3) IV Ross Veterans Advisory Commission Alt 1 yr term to 12/09 Tabled (3) Motion Commissioner Ross appointed Darrel Fuller as an alternate on the Veterans Advisory Board. Commissioner Hay seconded the appointment. The motion passed unanimously. Mayor Taylor Veterans Advisory Commission Alt 1 yr term to 12/09 Tabled (3) Motion Commissioner Hay moved to table all remaining appointments. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 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 1. Regular City Commission - January 6, 2009 B. Bids and Purchase Contracts - Recommend Approval - All expenditures are approved in the 2008-2009 Adopted Budget. 1. Approve a contract for a "ONE YEAR CONTRACT FOR TENNIS INSTRUCTION AT THE BOYNTON BEACH TENNIS CENTER" to Robert J. 7 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 Howell of Delray Beach, FL., RFP #013-2710-09/0D, a revenue generated project. (Proposed Resolution No. R09-006) 2 Approve the piggyback of State Contract #600-760-07-1 for Mail Processing Equipment to Pitney Bowes in the amount of $41,422.80 for a 60-month lease to include equipment, meter, hardware and software maintenance, postage-by-phone reset fees, scale/rate update fees, installation and training. The lease price is $690.38 per month for a savings of $152.74 per month. The reduced cost is due to a renegotiation of the State contract for a lesser amount and a 60-month lease as opposed to a 48-month lease. 3. Approve an extension of the Bid #07-5835FL with Manatee County to Siemens Water Technologies of Sarasota, FL to provide Hydrogen Peroxide and the services included for odor and corrosion control for an estimated expenditure of $200,000. C. Resolutions 1. Proposed Resolution No. R09-007 RE: Approving and authorizing execution of an agreement with the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) to accept a $559,900 grant for Phase 1B, Reclaimed Water Distribution and Recharge System Project. 2. Proposed Resolution No. R09-008 RE: Approving and adopting the 2008/2009 Recreation and Parks Strategic Plan Update. 3. Proposed Resolution No. R09-009 RE: Approving and authorizing execution of a contract with IBI Group, Inc. for design and development of construction drawings for the Palmetto Greenway Extension, in the amount of $50,000. 4. Proposed Resolution No. R09-010 RE: Approving and authorizing execution of a contract with IBI Group, Inc. for design and development of construction drawings for the Barton Greenway, in the amount of $18,300. 5. Proposed Resolution No. R09-011 RE: Approving and authorizing execution of an Agreement for Banking Services with Bank of America, N.A. commencing February 1, 2009 and continuing through September 30, 2011 with an option to renew for a two-year period. Commissioner Ross pulled Item VI.C.5. for discussion. 6. Proposed Resolution No. R09-012 RE: Approving and authorizing execution of a Utility Work by Highway Contractor 8 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 Agreement, between the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and the City of Boynton Beach to provide utility adjustments in association with the milling and resurfacing of U.S.1 (State Road 5) from the C-16 Canal to Hypoluxo Road. The estimated cost to the City is $34,496. 7. Proposed Resolution No. R09-013 RE: Temporary Construction Easement and a Utility Easement between Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency and the City of Boynton Beach in support of the City's construction of the new regional force main. D. Approve the Sustainability Team Quarterly Report Commissioner Ross pulled Item VI.D. for discussion. E. Authorize the use of $700 from Commissioner Ross's Community Investment Funds to assist a student at Galaxy Elementary School to attend the Safety Patrol Trip to Washington, D.C. F. Approve most recent payment to Sessoms Construction including reduction in retainer to 1% and authorize staff to begin negotiations for final contract closeout. Motion Commissioner Hay moved to approve the Consent Agenda with the exception of the items pulled for discussion. Commissioner Weiland seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. VI.C.5. Proposed Resolution No. R09-011 RE: Approving and authorizing execution of an Agreement for Banking Services with Bank of America, N.A. commencing February 1, 2009 and continuing through September 30, 2011 with an option to renew for a two-year period. Commissioner Ross inquired if there was any potential for a conflict of interest because of the climate in the community. She questioned if any type of disclosure was necessary. Barry Atwood, Director of Finance, responded neither himself nor any person making the recommendation had any relationship with any parties at Bank of America other than personal accounts. Commissioner Ross extended her question to members of the Commission. There was no disclosure. Motion Commissioner Ross moved to approve Item VI.C.5. Commissioner Hay seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. VI.D. Approve the Sustainability Team Quarterly Report Commissioner Ross commended Ms. LeJeune and staff for the excellent report. She indicated in the near future there would be recordings of promotional spots made to bring attention to the 9 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 Community Alliance group. Carisse LeJeune, Assistant to the City Manager, added it was the first quarterly report after approval of the recommendations of the Green Task Force by the City Commission. The report was a status update on summary projects and initiatives that were either completed or underway and in the planning stage. Ms. LeJeune requested a policy decision by the Commission for the Affordable Housing Initiative on the use of WaterWise landscaping materials and irrigation design in housing projects for water conservation measures. She asked that the measure be included as one of the approved recommendations of Green Task Force. Mr. Bressner pointed out the Land Development Regulations would need to be amended with a Code change and public hearings rather than an administrative decision. There was consensus that the issue be returned to the Commission for consideration. Motion Commissioner Ross moved to approve Item VI.D. Commissioner Hay seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Mayor Taylor requested an update on the boundless playground project. Wally Majors, Director of Recreation and Parks, advised bids had been sent out and were due by the end of January. Hopefully a contract could be awarded in February with construction commencing in April with project completion in a year or less. Returning to the Item VI.B.1., Mayor Taylor questioned why one of the members on the committee that selected the golf instructor was an employee from Delray Beach. Mr. Majors responded the gentleman had an extensive background in tennis with a similar tennis center and contractual agreements needed to operate the facility. He brought an added level of expertise to the panel. VII. CODE COMPLIANCE &. LEGAL SETTLEMENTS: None VIII. PUBLIC HEARING: 7:00 P.M. OR AS SOON THEREAFTER AS THE AGENDA PERMITS The City Commission will conduct these public hearings in its dual capacity as Local Planning Agency and City Commission. Attorney Cherof administered an oath to all those intending to testify on any quasi-judicial proceedings before the Commission and gave a brief overview of the procedure to be followed. A. Project: Agent: Sam's Club/Northstar (ANEX 09-001) Bonnie Miskel and Scott Backman 10 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL Owner: January 20, 2009 Location: Descri ption: B. Project: Agent: Owner: Location: Description: Walmart Stores #8140/Northstar Cemetery Services of Florida, LLC West of North Seacrest Blvd, South of Hypoluxo Rd. 7233 Sea crest Blvd and 3691 Seacrest Blvd. Request to annex the properties. (Sam's Club -- Jst Reading Proposed Ordinance No. 09-003) (Northstar - Jst Reading Proposed Ordinance No. 09-004) Sam's Club/Northstar (LUAR 09-002) Bonnie Miskel and Scott Backman Walmart Stores #8140/Northstar Cemetery Services of Florida, LLC West of North Sea crest Blvd., South of Hypoluxo Road, 7233 Seacrest Blvd. and 3691 Seacrest Blvd. Request to amend the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map classification on :1::41.49 acres of land from Commercial High (CHIS) and Institutional (Palm Beach County) to Local Retail Commercial (LRC).(Sam's Club -- Jst Reading Proposed Ordinance No. 09-005) (Northstar - Jst Reading Proposed Ordinance No. 09-006) Request to rezone from Palm Beach County Commercial General (CG) and Residential Multifamily (RM) to Planned Commercial Development (PCD) and C-3, Community Commercial. (Sam's Club -- Jst Reading Proposed Ordinance No. 09-007) (Northstar - Jst Reading Proposed Ordinance No. 09-008) Hanna Matras, Senior Planner addressed the annexation, land use amendment and rezoning for both Items VIII. A and B. The request covered two properties; Sam's Club and Northstar Cemetery. It included a total of 41.49 acres. She reviewed the current zoning designations and the request to change to Local Retail Commercial. Sam's Club would be Planned Commercial Development zoning and Northstar would be C-3, Community Commercial. There would be no current changes to the existing uses. In the future, Sam's Club would be adding a fueling facility and Northstar would be adding a crematorium. Staff recommended approval of the annexation, land use amendment and rezoning. The requests met all the necessary criteria for approval as outlined in the staff report. Scott Backman, legal counsel for the applicants, commended staff for their cooperation. He was present to answer any questions. Attorney Cherof pointed out the requests would return to the Commission after transmission for approval by the Department of Community Affairs. A separate annexation agreement would be brought before the Commission also. Any conditions of approval would be included in the annexation agreement. Mayor Taylor opened the issue for public hearing or comment. No one coming forward, Mayor Taylor closed the public hearing. 11 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 09-003 by title only on first reading. Motion Commissioner Hay moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 09-003. Commissioner Weiland seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 5-0. Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 09-004 by title only on first reading. Motion Vice Mayor Rodriguez moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 09-004. Commissioner Hay seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 5-0. Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 09-005 by title only on first reading. Motion Commissioner Weiland moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 09-005. Commissioner Hay seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 5-0. Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 09-006 by title only on first reading. Motion Commissioner Hay moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 09-006. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 5-0. Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 09-007 by title only on first reading. 12 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 Motion Commissioner Ross moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 09-007. Commissioner Hay seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 5-0. Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 09-008 by title only on first reading. Motion Commissioner Hay moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 09-008. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 5-0. c. Project: Agent: Owner: Location: Descri ption: New Urban High Ridge (LUAR 09-001) 1imothy L. Hernandez New Urban High Ridge, LLC Northwest corner of High Ridge Road and Miner Road Request to amend the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map classification on :1::18.44 acres of land from Medium Density Residential to Industrial; (Jst Reading Proposed Ordinance No. 09-009) Request to rezone from Planned Unit Development (PUD) to M-1, Industrial. (Jst Reading Proposed Ordinance No. 09-0JO) Ms. Matras reviewed the request to amend the land use from medium density residential to industrial with maximum FAR of 0.5 and rezone to M-1 Industrial district. The parcel includes 18.44 acres. It was annexed to the City in May, 2005 originally proposed with single family homes and townhomes. There was modification to only single family homes. The project has been the victim of the real estate downturn and currently not feasible. Staff recommended approval as it met all the necessary criteria as outlined in the staff report. 1imothy Hernandez, agent for the applicant was present. Vice Mayor Rodriguez inquired about the plans for the area. Mr. Hernandez responded it would be upscale, flexible, industrial type space similar to the industrial use to the east and south of the project. Danny Underwood, 28 Maplewood Court, Cedar Ridge Estates, reluctantly agreed with the request. He would have preferred a residential development. His main concern was the access to the property at the entrance to Cedar Ridge Estates where many children wait for school 13 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 buses. Large trucks would be a safety concern unless another entrance was utilized. Miner Road had a truck restriction. Mr. Underwood wanted to see a site plan with the landscaping plans to assure the real estate values are protected. Mayor Taylor advised it would be the Commission's responsibility to make sure it is adequately buffered and landscaped. Chris Rapp, 3 Oakwood Court, Cedar Ridge Estates, thanked Commissioner Ross for discussing the proposed changes with him. His research revealed the change was based on the City's desire to have more industrial property for a greater tax base. He was aware of the City's possible desire to consolidate the Public Works facility to the site. He was concerned with the proximity of his property to the storage of City owned dumpsters; recycle bins, garbage cans and trucks, other City vehicles and Public Works project stock such as drain pipes and water pipes. There would also be a repair facility for City vehicles and offices for staff. Mr. Rapp was also concerned with the movement of garbage trucks in the early morning hours, the odors of garbage, pests and rodents. The City's use of the property would not generate any tax revenue. He urged the Commission to consider other uses for the property that promote the quality of life on High Ridge Road as it is. This unique area with hills, mango trees and a small two lane road make it a desirable area. He suggested the industrial area extend only as far north as the industrial property on the east side of High Ridge Road. Mark Karageorge, 240A Main Boulevard, remarked the American Assembly made a recommendation concerning the lack of industrial land and base. The proposed change would double the available industrial land. It would increase the tax base at minimal cost. There is a precedent for industrial use on High Ridge Road. Mr. Karageorge agreed with staff's recommendation and urged the Commission to grant the request. No one else coming forward, Mayor Taylor closed the public hearing. Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 09-009 by title only on first reading. Motion Commissioner Ross moved to approve Proposed Ordinance 09-009. Commissioner Hay seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 5-0. Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 09-010 by title only on first reading. 14 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 Motion Commissioner Hay moved to approve Proposed Ordinance 09-010. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 5-0. D. Project: Agent: Owner: Location: Description: Habitat for Humanity (ABAN 09-001) Peter Blacklock of Ruden, McClosky City of Boynton Beach West of the FEC Railroad right-of-way, north of NE 11th Avenue Request for abandonment of an unimproved portion of Railroad Avenue approximately 15 feet wide and 45 feet long, located west of the FEC Railroad right-of-way and approximately 50 feet south of NE 1th Avenue, in connection with the plan to build infill single-family housing. (Jst Reading Proposed Ordinance No. 09-0JJ) Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 09-011 by title only on first reading. Kathleen Zeitler, Planner, reviewed the request and noted when staff reviewed the request it was determined that Railroad Avenue fell within the FEC Railroad right-of-way. A map was received from the FEC Railroad that confirmed staff's determination. The City would only be abandoning their interest in the subject property with access from a road right-of-way from NE 11 th Avenue. The applicant agreed to proceed with the request because the additional property was needed for the proposed development. Staff recommended approval. Motion Commissioner Weiland moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 09-011. Commissioner Hay seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 5-0. E. Project: Agent: Owner: Location: Description: Harbor Cay (SPTE 08-007) Sid E. von Rospeunt Harbor Cay, LLC East side of North Federal Highway, approximately 160 feet north of Gateway Blvd. Request for a second one (1) year time extension of the site plan (NWSP 06-011) approved on May 2, 2006, thereby further 15 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 F. Project: Agent: Owner: Location: Description: extending site plan approval from May 2, 2008 to May 2, 2009. (Request withdrawn by applicant) The Arches (SPTE 08-010) Bonnie Miskel, Esq., Siegel, Lipman, Dunay, Shepard & Miskel, LLP Boynton Ventures I, LLC Southwest corner of Ocean Avenue and Federal Highway Request for a third one (1) year time extension of the site plan (MSPM 05-008) approved on September 6, 2005, thereby further extending site plan approval from September 6, 2008 to September 6, 2009. Ed Breese, Principal Planner, reviewed the request. The Arches was approved to include 378 dwelling units as well as 40,596 square feet of retail space and a height exception to accommodate concealed roof top equipment. Two time extensions had been granted and in 2005 a major site plan modification established new approval dates. The applicant contended the housing market, coupled with the credit crunch and financing difficulties, plus the lack of tax increment monies from the Community Redevelopment Agency, have led to the request. The criteria and concurrency for a time extension have been met. Staff was concerned that the project site being vacant detracts from the downtown area redevelopment plan and recommends this be the last time extension granted. Steve Anton, 234 SE 2nd Avenue and representing his neighbors, Cindy and Rob Jamison, felt the extension and the planned structures are not compatible with the existing neighborhood. They preferred the time extension not be granted and another developer be given an opportunity to develop the site. The privacy of their neighborhood would be sacrificed. Bob Brown, 701 S. Seacrest, spoke in favor of the time extension and the applicants should be given some flexibility during the economic slowdown. Vice Mayor Rodriguez clarified the developer had to break ground before September 6, 2009. Mr. Breese confirmed they had to have the necessary permits in place to begin work. Vice Mayor Rodriguez contended in all likelihood the applicant could not comply. Commissioner Ross inquired if there was a limitation on the number of extensions. Mr. Breese replied if concurrency was met it was solely the decision of the Commission. Motion Vice Mayor Rodriguez moved to approve Item VIII.F. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. G. Project: Agent: Owner: Tuscan Villas (SPTE 08-011) Ken Tuma, Urban Design Studio Tuscan Villas @ Boynton Beach 16 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL Location: January 20, 2009 Description: East of Federal Highway, approximately 1,100 feet north of Gulfstream Blvd. Request for a second one (1) year site plan time extension of the site plan (NWSP 06-002) approved on April 18, 2006, thereby further extending site plan approval from October 18, 2008 to October 18, 2009. Ms. Zeitler noted the applicant had made a good faith effort in moving forward. The 36 conditions of approval were still required and included compliance with the Art in Public Places. The first time extension had required Royal Palms to be placed along Federal Highway that has been done. Staff recommended the Utility Capacity Reservation Fee be paid. Staff recommended approval of the request with two conditions. Ken Tuma, Urban Design Studio, advised the applicant was in agreement with all the conditions and looked forward to approval. Motion Commissioner Weiland moved to approve Item VIII.G. Commissioner Hay seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. H. Project: Agent: Owner: Location: Descri ption: Lake Worth Christian School (SPTE 09-001) Jeff Zito, Project Manager Lake Worth Christian School Society, Inc. 7592 High Ridge Road, east side of High Ridge Road approximately one-half mile north of Miner Road Request for a one (1) year site plan time extension of the conditional use/major site plan modification (COUS/MSPM 07-003) approved on July 17, 2007 for 18 months, thereby extending approval from January 17, 2009 to January 17, 2010. Mr. Breese reviewed the request for extension of a conditional use and site plan modification that included a classroom addition, general use building and athletic building, plus a height exception for a rooftop elevator shaft. There was also a minor site plan modification for the building design, landscaping and parking layout. Staff recommended approval with all the previous conditions of approval. Arianne Neilson, Land Design South, offered that the applicant accepted all conditions. Motion Commissioner Ross moved to approve Item VIII.H. Commissioner Hay seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. I. Project: Agent: Pet Care (Boarding &. Daycare) (CDRV 09-001) City-initiated 17 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 Description: Request for interim amendments to the Land Development Regulations, Chapter 2, Zoning to add provisions and regulations for Pet Care (Boarding and Daycare) in the C-3, C-4, CBD, PCD, SMU, MU-Ll, MU-L2 and M-1 zoning districts. (Jst Reading Proposed Ordinance No. 09-0J2) Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 09-012 by title only on first reading. Mr. Breese indicated the request was brought forward by a property owner in an M-1 zoning district and a perspective tenant. The use is allowed in M-1, but only on parcels that abut a major thoroughfare. Staff recommends the change be made in not only the M-1 zoning district, but also C-3, C-4, CBD, PCD, SMU, MU-Ll and MU-L2. Mr. Breese advised the property owner was aware of staff recommendations and was in agreement. The proposed site would meet the 600 foot limit from residential property. There was discussion on the location of the actual unit and building. Motion Commissioner Ross moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 09-012. Vice Mayor Rodriguez seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 5-0. J. Project: Agent: Description: Temporary Banners (CDRV 09-002) City-initiated Discussion of possible interim amendments to the Land Development Regulations, Chapter 21 Signs, Article III, Sec. 6(F) to increase the time period to 90 days that an existing business may display a temporary banner .(Jst reading Proposed Ordinance No. 09-0J3) Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 09-013 by title only on first reading. Mr. Breese reviewed the history of the City-initiated request. Surrounding municipalities and other local jurisdiction regulations were examined and found the City's restriction on existing businesses was greater. Due to current economic conditions, staff recommended an increase in the number of days a banner could be displayed at an existing business, from 14 days to 90 days. He cautioned an unattractive appearance may be created and recommended a review in one year. Vice Mayor Rodriguez clarified the 90 days did not have to be continuous and would be controlled by permits. Glenn Jergensen, Chamber of Commerce President, submitted a letter of recommendation from the Chamber supporting staff on the increase of time for banners on existing businesses. The letter is attached to the minutes. 18 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 Bob Brown, 701 S. Seacrest, supported the request and stimulus to sign and banner businesses. He suggested the time be further extended to 120 days. Mayor Taylor agreed with the request and asserted it was necessary to support the businesses in the City during the economic climate that exists. Attorney Cherof suggested if Commission agreed with staff's recommendation for a review in one year, a sunset provision should be included in the motion to approve. It would require an amendment between first and second reading. Motion Vice Mayor Rodriguez moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 09-013 with the amendment. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 5-0. IX. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: A. Review of City Manager Evaluation for 2008 Mr. Bressner expressed his appreciation to the Commission for filling out the evaluation in addition to doing the standard form and completing a 365 degree evaluation for his national accreditation at the same time. The instrument had been approved by the Commission in 2007 and compared performance from year to year and evaluates performance in 10 major areas of responsibility. The overall score was 4.69 out of 5. Ten major work plan activities for the coming year were submitted. Mr. Bressner specifically requested no pay change or benefit modification due to the City's financial conditions. Commissioner Ross commented it was commendable. Mayor Taylor felt the overall rating was extremely commendable and the City was fortunate to have Mr. Bressner. He appreciated Mr. Bressner taking a leadership role by not taking a pay increase. Mr. Bressner indicated he enjoyed working for the City of Boynton Beach and living here. It has become a part of his family and they love the community. Herb Suss, 1711 Woodfern Drive, wanted assurance that increases in expenses would be covered. Mr. Bressner did not want any increase and contended he was treated very well. Mayor Taylor noted the issue could be revisited if necessary. B. Approve a method of procuring automated "red light cameras" for traffic enforcement purposes at selected intersections. 19 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 Chief Immler advised there were two choices since the enabling ordinance had been passed. A piggyback contract could be found or a Request for Proposal could be sent out. Most vendors supply the same service with very similar equipment to detect red light violations, send out the notice of a fine and supply the City with a share of the proceeds. The technology is good with slight variation in the available upgrades. Mr. Bressner recommended a Request for Proposal even though it involved more work. Chief Immler noted fines are local ordinance violations so there would be no restrictions on the use of the monies. Commissioner Weiland was not in favor of moving forward with the cameras. He noted traffic violations are a function of police officers. Each violation would have to be reviewed by a police officer and a determination made if a violation occurred. Commissioner Weiland had reservations relating to tinted windshields and ticketing only the owner of the vehicle rather than the driver of the vehicle. He suggested exploring other options such as the use of a white light to signal a violation has occurred. Chief Immler indicated the ordinance dictates only the owner of the vehicle would be cited. An officer would have to view and certify each violation. It could be done by non-sworn officers or Community Service Officers and would take approximately 20 hours a week. Chief Immler explored the duties of the various officers on the street and did not feel there would be a measurable decrease in workload for the sworn officers. Mayor Taylor was in favor of the cameras and suggested the top three proposals be brought before the Commission for review. Some differences in equipment and functionality do exist and should be explored. Mr. Bressner advised a Request for Proposal short-list would be the best approach. Vice Mayor Rodriguez noted no revenues were included in the budget revenue calculations. Commissioner Hay questioned if the cameras could cause an increase in accidents. Chief Immler advised a study by the University of South Florida found drivers tend to become ultra cautious at the intersections with cameras and tend to slam the brakes on and cause rear end collisions to increase. Vice Mayor Rodriguez suggested there needed to be a strategy for accountability. Commissioner Ross recalled extensive discussion on the issue and asserted collection was not an issue. Mr. Bressner added the business terms of the contract with the vendor would include the issue of collection and accountability. The installation of the cameras has had a positive impact on the number of perpendicular accidents that are generally more severe. Other municipalities had recently passed the same type of ordinance. Boca Raton had rejected the concept. Commissioner Weiland maintained the driver rather than owner of the vehicle should be cited. Chief Immler advised an amendment to the ordinance would be required to cite drivers. Commissioner Hay agreed with viewing the vendors' presentations. 20 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 Motion Vice Mayor Rodriguez moved to go out for an RFP. Herb Suss, 1711 Woodfern Drive, offered his opinion that if one life is saved the cameras are worthwhile. He felt it was a necessary safety enhancement. Bob Brown, 701 S. Seacrest, commented perhaps other security cameras or those used by the news media could be utilized. Attorney Cherof advised the City did not disclose the location of security cameras. His concern was the safety of pedestrians rather than red light runners Lloyd Zonenstein, 2620 NE 1st Court, a parking enforcement volunteer, viewed many people going through red lights and saving lives was very important. He suggested extending the duration of the yellow lights to allow more through traffic. Mayor Taylor noted there would be no cost to the City. Vote Commissioner Ross seconded the motion. The motion passed 4-1. (Commissioner Weiland dissenting.) x. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: A. Follow-up report on possible relocation of City Offices - Feb. 3, 2009 B. Staff report on legal review for vacating NE 1th Avenue right-of-way - Feb. 3, 2009 C. YVPP Report - Feb. 17, 2009 D. Approve the report on disposition of surplus computers. (Tabled on January 6, 2009) -- Feb. 17, 2009 E. Report on cost sharing options for take-home vehicles (In conjunction with continued budget discussions) - Feb. 17, 2009 F. Approve donations to the Juvenile Transition Center in the amount of $6,500 from the Police Department's Law Enforcement Trust Fund (Tabled on August 5, 2008) G. Options for Hurricane Protection Project for 1913 Schoolhouse Children's Museum (Deferred pending future grant opportunities) 21 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 XI. NEW BUSINESS: A. Review and consideration of approval of Auburn Master Development Agreement. (Proposed Resolution No. R09-0J8) (This item was previously tabled.) B. Approval of the City of Boynton Beach cost sharing with the Community Redevelopment Agency in supporting the Palm Beach County Business Development Board's 2009 Familiarization Program (FAM). The cost to the City is $1,000. It was determined that the cost covered only one participant. Motion Vice Mayor Rodriguez moved to approve Item XI.B. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. XII. LEGAL: A. Ordinances - 2nd Reading - Development - PUBLIC HEARING None B. Ordinances - 2nd Reading - Non-Development - PUBLIC HEARING 1. Proposed Ordinance No. 08-035 RE: Approving the amendment to the Community Redevelopment Plan to incorporate the Downtown Master Plan and components thereof regarding Community Policing Innovation Program and funding programs for infrastructure improvements or upgrades necessary to implement the goals and objectives of the Community Redevelopment Plan which include greater density and enhanced public space. (Tabled on January 6, 2009) Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 08-035 by title only on second reading. Motion Commissioner Ross moved to remove the item from the table. Commissioner Hay seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Mayor Taylor opened the issue for public hearing. Bob Brown, 701 S. Sea crest, asked for clarification of the intent of the ordinance. Attorney Cherof responded the Community Redevelopment Plan could be modified from time to time by 22 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 the City Commission. It incorporates a document referred to as the Downtown Master Plan and elements of that particular Plan. The Community Redevelopment Agency began the process, but only the City Commission can amend the Plan itself. Vice Mayor Rodriguez understood the policing had been in effect for over a year. Attorney Cherof indicated the Plan was now catching up with the agreements between the City and the Community Redevelopment Agency. The Plan itself was not binding on either party. Motion Vice Chair Rodriguez moved to approve Item XII.B.1. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 5-0. 2. Proposed Ordinance No. 09-001 RE: Rescinding Ordinance 05-044 which reclassified the Land Use from Local Retail Commercial (LRC) to Special High Density Residential (SHDR), a parcel of land located at the northwest corner of South Federal Highway and Gulfstream Boulevard; restoring Local Retail Commercial (LRC) Land Use to the property. Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 09-001 by title only on second reading. Mayor Taylor opened the issue for public hearing. Bob Brown, 701 S. Seacrest, inquired if the request had been passed by the Community Redevelopment Agency Board. Mayor Taylor confirmed it had. Mr. Brown questioned if the Commission should be sitting as the Community Redevelopment Agency Board. The difference in the tax base and possible revenue was also a concern of Mr. Brown. Mayor Taylor advised the composition of the Community Redevelopment Agency Board was not at issue. The rezoning request was made by the property owner and would increase the tax base since commercial pays more tax. Attorney Cherof added only the City Commission can designate land use or zoning. No one else coming forward, Mayor Taylor closed the public hearing. Motion Vice Mayor Rodriguez moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 09-001. Commissioner Hay seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 5-0. 23 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 3. Proposed Ordinance No. 09-002 RE: Rescinding Ordinance 05-045 which rezoned from C-3, Community Commercial to Planned Unit Development (PUD) a parcel of land located at the northwest corner of South Federal Highway and Gulfstream Boulevard; restoring C-3 Community Commercial Zoning to the property. Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 09-002 by title only on second reading. Mayor Taylor opened the issue for public hearing. Bob Brown, 701 S. Sea crest, summarized the request as he understood it. Attorney Cherof explained the two ordinances revert the property back to its original land use designation and use. Motion Vice Mayor Rodriguez moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 09-002. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 5-0. C. Ordinances - 1st Reading 1. Proposed Ordinance No. 09-014 RE: Amending Code of Ordinances Section 2-119, Subsection B "Education and Youth Advisory Board" to modify the attendance policy. Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 09-014 by title only on first reading. Motion Vice Mayor Rodriguez moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 09-014. Commissioner Hay seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 5-0. 2. Proposed Ordinance No. 09-015 RE: Amending Chapter 4 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinance titled Animals and Fowl, Section 4-1 definitions and Section 4-4 Manner of Keeping and Treating Animals Generally; Abandonment. Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 09-015 by title only on first reading. 24 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 Commissioner Ross commented she had worked with staff on the issue and the City should be proud to protect animals kept outside in a more humane manner. The Ordinance would help the animals and Animal Control officers to do their job. Motion Commissioner Ross moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 09-015. Commissioner Hay seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 5-0. D. Resolutions: 1. Proposed Resolution No. R09-014 RE: Appointing the City Commission representative and alternate to the Metropolitan Planning Organization. Commissioner Ross was the current representative, but had only been able to attend one meeting because they were in the middle of the workday. Both County and City Commissioners attended the meetings. Vice Mayor Rodriguez agreed to participate. The alternate would be all other Commissioners. Motion Commissioner Hay moved to appoint Vice Mayor Rodriguez. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 2. Proposed Resolution No. R09-015 RE: Appointing the City Commission representative and alternate to the Palm Beach County League of Cities. Mayor Taylor had been the representative and was elected to the Board of Directors. Any of the Commissioners could attend. All Commissioners could be the alternates. Motion Commissioner Hay moved to continue Mayor Taylor as the representative. Commissioner Weiland seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 3. Proposed Resolution No. R09-016 RE: Appointing the City Commission representative and alternate to the Countywide Intergovernmental Coordination Program. The Assistant City Manager was the current representative. 25 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 Motion Commissioner Hay moved to continue the representation with the Assistant City Manager. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 4. Proposed Resolution No. R09-017 RE: Appointing the City Commission representative and alternate to the Coalition of Boynton West Residents Association. Mayor Taylor indicated there was no current representative. Mr. Bressner advised there was no real need for representation by the City. Commissioner Ross volunteered to attend. Motion Commissioner Hay moved to appoint Commissioner Ross as the representative. Vice Mayor Rodriguez seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. E. Other: None XIII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None XIV. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the Commission, Mayor Taylor properly adjourned the meeting at 10:01 p.m. (Continued on next page.) 26 Meeting Minutes Regular City Commission Boynton Beach, FL January 20, 2009 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH A;~V:-~ jerry Ta or,. Mtyor Ronald Weiland, Commissioner ATTEST: . . t.u~~6 . p~ Woodrow L. Hay, Commissioner~ Jan ~I~;:,ainito, CMC . ~L~ fziu ~ Marlene Ross, Commissioner JJJ.. th A. Pyle puty City Clerk .-- 27 Trustee Companies Bethesda Memorial Hospital TD Bank Compson Associates, lnc Ellie's SO's Diner & Catering Florida Power & Light Co. The Palm Beach Post JMWA Architects 2009 Board of Directors Chairman of the Board Buck Buchanan, The Tomon:ow Connection 2010 Chair- Elect JamesWilliams, lMWA Architects Immediate Past Chair James Guilbeault, Ellie's 50's Diner [1' Catering Directors Carole Aronson, Renaissance Title of the Palm Beaches Barbara Barlage, Mary Kay Cosmetics Michael Bottcher, The Plastridge Insurance Agency Calvin Cearley, Palm Beach Community Bank Devon Coughlan, Conflict Solutions Robert D' Angelo, Compson Associates, Inc Tracey Diglio, The Palm Beach Post Nancy Ernst, BankUnited, FSB. Glenis Green, A Classic Residence by Hyatt [1' Lakeside Village. William Marcacci, Cypress Creek Country Club Tony Newbold, Florida Pow,.,. & Light Co. Jonathan Porges, Donald K. Porges, CPA, LLC Rob Silio, GRT Ad Serz,ices Robert B. Taylor, Jr., Bethesda Memorial Hospital Maria Werrlein, TD Bank Elliott Williams, Communications Resource Management, Corp. Wyn Yelin, UBS Financial Seruices, Inc. Glenn P. Jergensen, President & CEO Great,.,. Boynton Beach Chamb,.,. of Commerce January 15, 2009 Mayor Jerry Taylor City of Boynton Beach 100 E. Boynton Beach Boulevard Boynton Beach, Florida 33435 CRA Commercial Brownfield Designation Dear Mayor Taylor, The Greater Boynton Beach Chamber of Commerce is in full support of the Brownfield Environmental Assessment Program in cooperation with the Boynton Beach CRA and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The Board of Directors agree this designation for the commercial properties in the Downtown Redevelopment area would provide incentive for developers to look favorably at Boynton Beach in planning for their next commercial project. The Chamber is willing to support the process in the following way: . Serve as an active member of the Brownfield Steering Committee which shall serve as the appropriate body to recommend program guidelines, identify appropriate key strategic Brownfield sites for assessment, and recommend applications for approval to the CRA Board. . Participate and host when possible regularly scheduled Brownfield Steering Committee meetings. . Communicate to members of the Greater Boynton Beach Chamber of Commerce updates on progress. . Communicate to members of the Greater Boynton Beach Chamber of Commerce all relevant educational materials regarding Brownfields, including information regarding state Brownfield incentives. . Host information on the Chamber's website and include in newsletter or other appropriate print material. . Advertise meeting times and places of the Brownfield Steering Committee on website and by flyers when appropriate. We look forward to working together to make the redevelopment of the downtown and the Heart of Boynton a reality for all community stakeholders. o 1 lOners nager Kurt Bressner 1880 N. Congress Ave., Ste. 106, Boynton Beach, FL 334261 (0) 561-732-95011 (F) 561-734-43041 r!II www.bovntonbeach.org I email: Chamber@boyntonbeach.org I!!I ACC"&Ot'ftO ~ Trustee Companies Bethesda Memorial Hospital TD Bank Compson Associates, lnc Ellie's 50's Diner & Catering Florida Power & Light Co. The Palm Beach Post JMWA Architects 2009 Board of Directors Chairman of the Board Buck Buchanan, The Tomorrow Connection 2010 Chair- Elect James Williams, JMW A Architects Immediate Past Chair James Guilbeault, Ellie's 50's Diner [~ Catering Directors Carole Aronson, Renaissance Ti tie of the Palm Beaches Barbara Barlage, Mary Kay Cosmetics Michael Bottcher, The Plastridge Insurance Agency Calvin Cearley, Palm Beach Community Bank Devon Coughlan, Conflict Solutions Robert D' Angelo, Compson Associates, Inc Tracey Diglio, The Palm Beach Post Nancy Ernst, BankUnited, FSB. Glenis Green, A Classic Residence by Hyatt & Lakeside Village. William Marcacci, Cypress Creek Country Club Tony Newbold, Florida Power [~ Light Co. Jonathan Porges, Donald K. Porges, CPA, LLC Rob Silio, GRT Ad Services Robert B. Taylor, Jr., Bethesda Memorial Hospital Maria Werrlein, TD Bank Elliott Williams, Communications Resource Management, Corp. Wyn Yelin, UBS Financial Seroices, Inc. Glenn P. Jergensen, President & CEO Greater Boynton Beach Chamber of Commerce January 16, 2009 Mayor Jerry Taylor City of Boynton Beach 100 E. Boynton Beach Boulevard Boynton Beach, Florida 33435 Temporary Banner Ordinance Modification Dear Mayor Taylor, The Greater Boynton Beach Chamber of Commerce is in full support of the recommendation by City Staff to align the temporary banner permits under the current sign code for the City of Boynton Beach for both new and existing businesses. This change would allow existing businesses to post a temporary banner for 90 days within a one year period. The current economic conditions warrant changes in thinking and regulation. The Chamber of Commerce representing its members in the business community appreciates the consideration and support. rward to working together to make Boynton Beach a ing and dining in Palm Beach County. Cc: 1880 N. Congress Ave., Ste. 106, Boynton Beach, FL 334261 (0) 561-732-95011 (F) 561-734-43041 ~ www.bovntonbeach.org I email: Chamber@boyntonbeach.org ~ a(:CQOf1I. ~ Jt:,:~:, Inlet Cove Association (INCA) . ... Boynton Beach, Florida Established 1995 January 20, 2009 Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners: The Inlet Cove Association, INCA, has obtained renderings and a site plan for the Heart of Boynton from the City's CRA. Additionally, we were provided the CRA's literature for the Workshop on Proposed Master Development Agreement (MDA) with the Auburn Group which included a copy of the pending MDA document. We offer the following comments and suggestions: . INCA supports the efforts of the City Commission and CRA in re-vitalizing the Heart of Boynton (HOB) area. The enhancement of this area will become the catalyst for further re-development throughout the area and City. Ultimately, with sound planning, deliberate goals, and fiscal responsibility, all residents within the Heart of Boynton as well as the surrounding neighborhoods will benefit from your efforts. . INCA does not support the current version of the MDA where all four phases of development will be approved at one time. We support a MDA where one phase of development at a time is approved. The Auburn Group or other potential developers can incorporate a reasonable profit within the Pro Forma for the first phase development so that the need to award an enhanced fourth phase of development as a profit center is not necessary. We do not favor the City and CRA entering into a long term agreement with a developer who mayor may not be the best choice for a development projected to take 10 to 12 years to complete. If the Auburn Group periorms well in the initial Phase of development, we would not object to the City and CRA negotiating with that group to develop the next phase. However, if there are problems, the City will retain the flexibility to openly bid the next phase of development. As long as there is reasonable profit built into the Phase One Pro Forma, there should be no problems with this approach. . INCA does not support the increase in building height and density proposed within Phase 4. INCA supports the current zoning and land use regulations already adopted by the City. Many INCA residents had significant input with the City in creating the current land use plan. INCA wishes to participate in any process needed to amend the current land use plan which would increase building height or density. Again, if reasonable profit margins are included in the development of the previous development phases, increased height and density may not be required to guarantee a reasonable profit to the ultimate developer of Phase 4. The City and CRA need to remain flexible in the vision of what type of housing will be needed at the time of Phase 4 development rather than agreeing now to a development concept which may not be in the best interest of the City and surrounding neighborhoods. . INCA agrees with City and CRA staff recommendations for a third party review of the Auburn Group's financial records. There are 23 million reasons why the City needs to get this one right the first time. INCA has not met formally with the Auburn Group. We have invited them to make a formal presentation at our February INCA meeting and they have agreed to make a presentation. We humbly request that you consider our comments when deliberating on this issue. We look forward to participating with the City, CRA and the Auburn Group on this monumental undertaking. Sincerely, Jonathan Keith 2009 INCA President DEVELOPMENT ORDER OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA PROJECT NAME: 500 Ocean (fka The Arches) Development paz Building Engineering Occ. L1e.nuA. APPLICANT'S AGENT: Boynton Ventures I, LLC Bonnie Miskel of Siegel, Lipman, Dunay, Shepard & Miskel, LLP APPLICANT: AGENT'S ADDRESS: 5355 Town center Road, Suite 801 Boca Raton, FL 33486 DATE OF HEARING RATIFICATION BEFORE CITY COMMISSION: January 20, 2009 TYPE OF RELIEF SOUGHT: Request for a third one (1) year time extension of the major site plan modification (MSPM 05-008) and height exception (HTEX 05-006) to September 6, 2009 LOCATION OF PROPERTY: Southwest corner of the intersection of Federal Highway and East Ocean Avenue DRAWING(S): SEE EXHIBIT "B" ATTACHED HERETO. X THIS MATTER came on to be heard before the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida on the date of hearing stated above. The City Commission having considered the relief sought by the applicant and heard testimony from the applicant, members of city administrative staff and the public finds as follows: 1. Application for the relief sought was made by the Applicant in a manner consistent with the requirements of the City's Land Development Regulations. 2. The Applicant /HAS HAS NOT established by substantial competent evidence a basis for the relief requested. 3. 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". 4. The Applicayrt'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. 6. All further development on the property shall be made in accordance with the terms and conditions of this order. 7. Other DATED: 1-613-oQ S:\Planning\SHARED\WP\PROJECTS\ARCHES @ BB\SPTE 08-0 EXHIBIT "D" Conditions of Approval Project name: Arches File number: 08-010 Reference: I DEPARTMENTS !lNCLUDE I REJECT I PUBLIC WORKS- Solid Waste Comments: None X PUBLIC WORKS - Forestry & Grounds Comments: None X PUBLIC WORKS- Traffic Comments: None X UTILITIES Comments: None X FIRE Comments: None X POLICE Comments: None X ENGINEERING DIVISION Comments: None X BUILDING DIVISION Comments: None X PARKS AND RECREATION Comments: None X FORESTERlENVIRONMENT ALIST Comments: None X Conditions of Approval 2 I DEPARTMENTS I INCLUDE I REJECT I PLANNING AND ZONING Comments: 1. The time extension is subject to the original Conditions of Approval. X 2. Recommend no further time extensions be granted to MSPM 05-008 and X HTEX 05-006. ADDITIONAL PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT BOARD CONDITIONS Comments: NONE X ADDITIONAL CITY COMMISSION CONDITIONS Comments: To be determined. L/trr. 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EL .34'-0' ~ 'RD f'\..QDR _, ~ a.t24'-40-Y- ~-,'~ a..+14'.ll'-Y' ffiT"-OOR ~ I+O'-o~ r: .~~~.~ T NOTE: All EXTERIOR WALL OPENINGS ANO EXTERIOR WALL CONSTliUCnou WIlt ';Q~PLr WiTH lQ(H pac. TA.Bl[ 6<)0 aTE: SEE fEDERAl HIGliWAY ELEVATION roR OOERIDR ~ATERIAL DESIGNATION I- o 10' Boynton Beach, FL. p ." Hirsch Associates. LLC. -' 50' .J 100' a :0 13 :r: >< JJ I) 1\1 The Arches I /1 oil EE_83i-o EE_EEo.- EEI__ EElI~ 111 -cr 2~'.q M'-o' CDWPUES W eM -rESIGN wlO!JNt5 - ROOfUNE BRW5 1 BUIUHHG SILHoum 1/1'-0' I 11.'_' o I liIJluurtlS ~ IF.u;.I.Ul tOIolPOSITI N a=m Iff fE lE tif rn rn rn rn rn rn 83 83 83 H3 EEl 83 EEl 83 rn rFFR11 'lir r-m- III rn rn rn rn III rn 83 18 I-ffi ~ ffi J.I.Iffi - _~ I - ~ I U I I UOb U III U I ~ II ~ rn fE EE II! Ii rn rn fE UJ83 UJ83 rn Fm rn rn rn rn rn fH fHlffi rn rn rn rn rn 83 rn fE E8 rn EEl 83 rn rn rn rn E8 EE II! fE EE rn m !:I:! 83 fB ffi I 83 83 fB EE ffi ffi 11." loiN ~A'-<' 1 :22.....,. l<I'-o' COWlLl(S W! CIl.l DE IGN GUIDUHES ~ PROPOffTJOM OF PRIW.lIlT fAC.l.lIE It fACAOE COWPOSTIOH Ern Ern Ern I I 2nd Avenue Elevation/ CRA Compliance T~ I TI1'~~~, _J T/~'~~~. ~~ ~~~Cf"' fl+I5o'-O" I!Hlil"l...OOR J.. 6....tI4O'-4' ,... 14TH FLOOR J.. a.. taO'-b' ,., "THI"loOl't. d... EL tl:2I'-o' ,., J2111 FLOOR d. a,tlU'-4" ,.. IITll R.OOR rl.. a.. +101'-&' ,.,. IOTHFLO()fi: d. a..'l:il'-O" Y 'IltlFl-O(:.Jfi cI.. 6.... t&:2'-4' ,.. e.1ti fLOOR d. EL. t12'-b' ,... mll"t.~ d. a.+b"oO' ,... toTli I'lOOR A. a.~'-4' ,... 5THflOOR d.. EL 143'-~' ,... 4TH f'i..OOR d.. a. ..54'-0' j' ""'''''''''A. a.. _2'1-'--4' ,.. :ltv fl.-OOR ~ a.. +14'-",. ,.., 1ST flO. "":t a. 12'-0' 1ST FLOOR ~Oj-O~~ ~~; i' ~ ~ fi ~ j ~ 'i1i r ~ s & .. 1 ~ ~ NOTE: All EXTERIOR WALL OPEliINGS AND RIO WAll CONSTRUCTION WILL COl.!PlY WTTI-I :lOOT fac, TABLE 60a HOTE: SEE [OERAl HIGHWAY ElfVATION fOR EXTERIOR /.l.4.TERIAl DESIGNATION ~ a la' I 50' Boynton Beach, FL. J 100' a Hirsch Associates. LLC. Centrum Porperties, Inc. Maxwelle Real Estate Group, Inc. Note: Elevation is Conceptual 1":::20'-0" JuJy.28, .2U05 05020 Sheets: A-14 EXHIBIT C S lEG EL. LI PMAN, 0 UNAY, SHEPAR.D & M [S KEL. LLP GARY S. DUNAY KENNETH W. LIPMAN BONNIE MISKEL JONATHAN L SHEPARD CARL E. SIEGEL THE PLAZA. SUITE 80 I 5355 TOWN CENTER ROAD BOCA RATON, FLORIDA 33486 (56 I) 368-7700 FAX: (561) 368-9274 WWW.SLDSl.ilLAW.COI.iI SCOTT BACKMAN LINDA B. LYMAN DCT I 5 October IS, 2008 Mike Rumpf, Director Planning & Zoning City of Boynton Beach P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach, Florida, 33425-0310 RE: Time extension for The Arches ("Project") - MSPM 05-008 & HTEX 05-006 Dear Mr. Rumpf: On behalf of Boynton Ventures I, LLC ("Petitioner") please accept this letter as a follow-up to the letter dated September 5, 2008 requesting to extend the Ma~ter Site Plan (MSPM 05-008) and Height Exception (HTEX 05-006) approvals for the Arches project. The current residential market coupled with credit crunch have. posed severe constraints on the Petitioner to develop the Project in a timely manner. Efforts to obtain financing through the market as well as through Tax Increment Financing (UTIFU) opportunities with the City's Community Redevelopment Agency have been difficult. As you know, the Strand v. Escambia case in 2007 initially ruled that TIF bonds could not be sold wit:,out referendum. This ruling put a hold on the TIF financing that was promised to the Petitioner to assist in funding the Project. On September 18, 2008 the Strand v. Escambia ruling was overturned, thus now allowing TIF financing to become available once again without the need for referendum. The TIF bonds that were once available now must be reallocated as the City's Community Redevelopment Agency sees fit. Additionally, the credit crisis has greatly impacted the Project's ability to obtain additional needed financing as well as impacted potential buyers interested in the Project. Everyday news reports and articles indicate that the economy is headed deeper into the present recession. Banks are no longer lending money to one another and the public is being squeezed as a result. As companies across the state and nation are unable to borrow, they begin to cut jobs, cease investment, and begin defaulting on their debt in large numbers. In addition, the number of foreclosures has begun to surpass the number of homes being sold on the market. This inequity greatly affects the sales of new homes within new developments. Consumers looking to tighten their own wallets in the face of a recession are beginning to "bargain shop." This new trend affects the price at which new homes can be sold in order to stay competitive with the rest of the homes on the market. The Petitioner is caught in the middle of the downturning residential market and the existing credit crisis. Before the crisis threw the market "out of whack," a developer could work with Wall Street investment banks to acquire financing, but are now feeling squeezed as their funding comes from the same pool of money as individual home owners. The Petitioner needs the requested time extension to acquire additional funding as well as let the market to begin to recover. The additional residential units proposed by the Petitioner will contribute to the amount of residential units currently flooding the market. This overflooded market will be detrimental to the City of Boynton Beach in the short term. Postponing the addition of new units into the market will hopefully allow the supply and demand for housing to balance out. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this letter, please do not hesitate to contact me at (561) 237-1524. Sincer~~ ~iJ) Bonnie Miskel, Esq. Siegel, Lipman, Dunay, Shepard, & Miskel, LLP DEVELOPMENT ORDER OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA Deyelopment paz Building Engineering 9cc. LIcense uty CMJ Clerk Lake Worth Christian School PROJECT NAME: APPLICANT'S AGENT: Jeff Zito - Land Design South APPLICANT'S ADDRESS: 2101 Centrepark West Drive Suite 100, West Palm Beach, FL 33409 DATE OF HEARING RATIFICATION BEFORE CITY COMMISSION: January 20,2009 TYPE OF RELIEF SOUGHT: Request for a one (l)-year site plan time extension to the previously approved Conditional Use/Major Site Plan Modification Development Order (COUS/MSPM 07-003) and Height Exception (HTEX 07-004). LOCATION OF PROPERTY: East side of High Ridge Road; North of Miner Road DRAWING(S): SEE EXHIBIT "B" ATTACHED HERETO. X 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: DATED: 1. Application for the relief sought was made by the Applicant in a manner consistent with the requirements of the City's Land Development Regulations. 2. The Applic~t ~HAS HAS NOT established by substantial competent evidence a basis for the relief requested. 3. 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". 4. The Applicajlt'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. 6. All further development on the property shall be made in accordance with the terms and conditions of this order. 7. Other 1-~.3 -oct rn.~ S:\Planning\SHARED\WP\PROJECTS\Lake Worth Christian School\MSPM 07-003 COUS 07-003\SPTE 09-001\DO.doc EXHIBIT "D" Conditions of Approval Project name: Lake Worth Christian School File number: SPTE 09-01 Reference: DEPARTMENTS INCLUDE REJECT PUBLIC WORKS- Solid Waste Comments: None X PUBLIC WORKS - Forestry & Grounds Comments: None X PUBLIC WORKS- Traffic Comments: None X UTILITIES Comments: None X FIRE Comments: None X POLICE Comments: None X ENGINEERING DIVISION Comments: None X BUILDING DIVISION Comments: None X PARKS AND RECREATION Comments: None X FORESTER/ENVIRONMENTALIST Comments: None X Conditions of Approval 2 DEPARTMENTS INCLUDE REJECT PLANNING AND ZONING Comments: 1. The site plan time extension is subject to all previous conditions of approval. X ADDITIONAL PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT BOARD CONDITIONS Comments: None X ADDITIONAL CITY COMMISSION CONDITIONS Comments: I To be determined. ~ I I I S:\Planning\SHAREDlWP\PROJECTS\Lake Worth Christian School\MSPM 07-003 COUS 07-003\SPTE 09-001\COA.doc E iJ y NVjUU~'-\-r\lelgllUOl1lFl'f VV VOV';:'IJ.J.p::-l ?f (c) Copyright 2006, Pictometry lnternationa LAKE WORTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL EXH\B\T A '-H II ~ co r- o::l I >< w --:]- l-~ I~:I--_--:~' SOD +! ij~~~~~?r:~~;['i"h c<' ~_ _ ~ _ '. ~""'''~ '=J;-D i ,~~~ :J-~ I'lHI~ "l' ! \; I ,>!~ 1,.".".""""-,,,lln' I"....,"'....."""""'..... I :;';r.:,::~::'"" I ~,"'il 'i ! ,I I l" # 11'-'-t d l . \; 1 j b~MI" II j' .~~ I .Ii I ~-=-__~! I \ ,.,,' d \, ,i - . "f II '-~Ii--~IL i\~,trl: \ --II'"'' I [ ,.11 # '>1(m""",,,-, _ "lco,"N.""" 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NOTES -All TREES BEHIND THE RETAINING WAll SHAll HAVE A PLASTIC ROOT BARRIER AS DEEP AS THE RETAINING WALL ROOT BARRIER TO BE BY -DEEP ROOT BARRIER" OR APPROVED EQUAL -PLANT SCHEDULE #1 AND #2 HAVE BEEN APPROVED PLEASE REFER TO THESE PLANT SCHEDULES FOR THE BALANCE OF THE PLANTING LIST WHICH OCCllRS IN THE EXISTING PART OF THE SITE. -All LANDSCAPE MATERiAl TO BE IRRIGATED WITH A PERMANENT, FUllY AUTOMATIC IRRIGATION SYSTEM -LANDSCAPE WITHIN THE SIGHT TRIANGES SHAll BE AN UNOBSTRUCTED CROSS- VISIBllrrY AT A LEVEL BETWEEN 1.5' AND B' ABOVE PAVEMENT -All lANDSCAPE PLANTED NEAR FPl'S POWER LINES SHAll BE PLANTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GUIDELINES OF FPl'S ~THE RIGHT TREE IN THE RIGHT PLACE" -THE HEIGHT OF TREES MAY BE LARGER IN OROER TO ACHIEVE MIN. OBH SIZE OR ANY CLEAR TRUNK SPEClFICAllONS -NO CYPRESS MULCH CAN BE USED IN THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH -AL.l UTILITY BOXES OR STRUCTURES SHOUL.D BE SCREENED WITH COCO PL.UM HEDGE ON THREE SIDES. -IRRIGATION SHOULD USE NON-POTABLE WATER SOURCE AND HAVE 110% CQvEMGE -TURF AND LANDSCAPE (BEDDING PlANTS) AREAS SHOULD BE DESIGNED ON SEPARATE ZONES AND TINE DURATION FOR WATER CONSERVATION _TREES SHOULD HAVE SEPARATE IRRIGATION BUBBLERS TO PROVIDE WATER DIRECTLY TO THE I'.OOT BAll. -ALL RELOCATED TREES THAT DO NOT SURVIVE TRANSPLANT MUST BE REPLACED WITH THE SAME SIZE VEGETATION AT TIME OF INSPECTION lEGEND W1 WALL LIGHT FIXTURE W2 WALL LIGHT FIXTURE PROPOSED LIGHT POLE EXISTING LIGHT POLE ? 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FAX 561-478-5012 .2101 Cenlrepark West Dnve, Suite 100, West Palm Beach, Florida 33409 October 3,2008 Mr. Edward Breese Planning and Zoning Department City Hall-West Wing 100 East Boynton Beach Boulevard Boynton Beach, Florida 33435 Re: Lake Worth Christian School Time Extension Dear Mr. Breese, On behalf of the petitioner, Land Design South respectfully requests a one (1) year Time Extension for the approved Lake Worth Christian School Site Plan. As you may be aware, the Lake Worth Christian School is an existing facility which received Major Site Plan Modification approval on July 17,2007 for the addition of an elementary school and early childhood development care facility. Since the above mentioned approval, the school has been working with the project architect to redesign the interior layout of the proposed elementary building to better suit the school's needs. The proposed building redesign and subsequent site and landscape plan revisions were recently submitted to the City of Boynton Beach for review in the form of a Minor Site Plan Modification. Due to the processing time required for the Minor Modification and required building permits, the applicant does not anticipate that a building permit will be obtained prior to the January 17, 2009 deadline. As such the applicant is requesting a one year time extension. Should you have any questions regarding this application and submittal documents, please do not hesitate to contact our office. Sincerely, LAND DESIGN SOUTH </#~ Jeff Zho Proj ect Manager cc: Arianne Nielsen P:\1328\1328, I\LDS Documents\Letters\2008-1O-03_Time Ex! Cover Letter_I 328.1 ,doc EXHIBIT C DEVELOPMENT ORDER OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA PROJECT NAME: Tuscan Villas (aka Villas at Boynton Beach) APPLICANT'S AGENT: Ken Tuma / Urban Design Studio APPLICANT: Tuscan Villas at Boynton Beach, LLC APPLICANT'S ADDRESS: 631 US Highway 1, Suite 220, North Palm Beach, Florida 33408-4614 DATE OF HEARING RATIFICATION BEFORE CITY COMMISSION: January 20, 2009 TYPE OF RELIEF SOUGHT: Request a one (1) year site plan time extension to construct 22 townhouse-style condominium units on 1.34 acres in the IPUD zoning district. LOCATION OF PROPERTY: On the east side of Federal Highway, approximately 1,100 feet north of Gulfstream Boulevard (see Exhibit "A" - Location Map) DRAWING(S): SEE EXHIBIT "B" ATTACHED HERETO. X THIS MATTER came on to be heard before the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida on the date of hearing stated above. The City Commission having considered the relief sought by the applicant and heard testimony from the applicant, members of city administrative staff and the public finds as follows: 1. Application for the relief sought was made by the Applicant in a manner consistent with the requirements of the City's Land Development Regulations. 2. The Applicant L/HAS HAS NOT established by substantial competent evidence a basis for the relief requested. 3. 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 "0" with notation "Included". 4. The Applicjitflt'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. 6. All further development on the property shall be made in accordance with the terms and conditions of this order. 7. Other DATED: I-ci/ -oq rn.~ S:\Planning\SHARED\WP\I'ROJECTS\Tuscan ViUaslSPTE 08-011100. EXHIBIT "D" Conditions of Approval Project name: Tuscan Villas File number: SPTE 08-011 Reference: DEPARTMENTS INCLUDE h' PUBLIC WORKS- General Comments: None X PUBLIC WORKS- Traffic Comments: None X UTILITIES Comments: 1. The applicant shall pay the utility reservation fee in order to ensure capacity X will be available when project commencement is anticipated. FIRE Comments: None X POLICE Comments: None X ENGINEERING DIVISION Comments: None X BUILDING DIVISION Comments: None X PARKS AND RECREATION Comments: None X FORESTER/ENVIRONMENT ALIST Comments: None X PLANNING AND ZONING Comments: Conditions of Approval 2 DEPARTMENTS INCLUDE REJECT 2. The site plan time extension shall be subject to all previous Conditions of X Approva1. ADDITIONAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD CONDITIONS Comments: None X ADDITIONAL CITY COMMISSION CONDITIONS Comments: To be determined. ~ S:\Planning\SHARED\ WP\PROJECTS\Tuscan Villas\SPTE 08-0 II \COA.doc C-3 PUD . LOCATION MAP Tuscan Villas IPUD TURNER RD PUD ~ j" 3: c " ROBERTS RD Gulfstream OR 200 100 0 I 800 I Feet 200 600 400 Exhibit "A" N W+E S EXH\B\1 B 1..~",n1'\'o,fI(r,""'''f1.1'''lf'''t~ ~I\'''U<''-- LJll If''ll u."",..... 1..~1.,..J:- ,~f):'II-\I1.....rrnn)l,:'It..11\l \. )o\~r~~~'4'l..."'-... ---------- ::-- _ _ _ _ _ .---YJ'~...'L---- , ~ ,> .~ :.. Ei ,< 0\ i; ~ ~ _ -c ~~ ~ ~ \1 \HH 'Jj ~ , ., f' '\ ,. , ~~\ ~f t. i~ ~~ ~i 3 ~H~~ '!~i~ ~,f~ ~~ 0) ''''CI'$(.lr $ InullC:\no"~ \\','en.'M \\h!t ii' r~ -..\\ ii hi\~ \\1\\ IiI ill': \UH ~ ,~, '" " ."" Ii' "it '''l~ '0' ,... ,.," \? ~\W ,X:'n\\ ~j ~~ \1:;:; .:}\\\\: \\W ~ ....f ,;1., .~,. .. ~ ~ ,F-r "., \ \\\\\ ~_.__* i~~ ~, ~{ ~ rr~ ;; - ... -"'--'~-. ~ ~ ~~ : ~ . ' ~ r ;; < ~ \ ~,-\ .~ ~ ~~ ~~ " 'C~; \ ~tH " ;~; \ 'f ;. . \ ~ in \ l i \ . - . N . \ . \ . \ \ , \ ~ , , \ , , '" , \ , \ , , \ ~;~ "'r::: ,1~W ~ ~~ i \\\\ \\\1 , ' >. . -\Z ,~'>'-'" -",-. ~ ,-, 1- .' "::': ,'. :c Ti ~ ~~ J~ t ~ a ~~ \\ ~~ ': ",.... ..,~' , , s \ , , \ , , \ , , \ \~~~~I\ ~\\\\"\\'l,r~\l\l~- \ .\'tl\\'l\l Hi! ~ r I 1>1 e f i ! \~:~'\ ~\T~e Villas at Boynton Beach 2.'. ~ '<:Y City of Boynton Beach, Florida ... \ ' Site Development Plan ~ ..-.------ .-'-' ..- ---.----- Mr. Michael W. Rumpf Director of Planning & Zoning City of Boynton Beach Development Department Planning & Zoning Division 100 E. Boynton Beach Boulevard P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach, Florida 33425-0310 - 9 2008 EXHIBIT C urt:xJn deslon studiO September 4, 2008 Urban Design Urban Planning Land Planning Landscape Architecture RE: File No.: Location: Tuscan Villas (aka The Villas at Boynton Beach) NWSP 06-002 On the east side of Federal Hwy. approximately 1,100 feet north of Gulfstream Blvd. Dear Mr. Rumpf, Tuscan Villas, also known as the Villas at Boynton Beach, is an approved 22-unit townhome development located on the east side of Federal Highway, north of Gu1fstream Boulevard in the City of Boynton Beach. The City approved an Annexation, a Future Land Use Map Amendment, a Rezoning and a Site Plan for the project in the spring of 2006. The Development Order was granted by the City Commission on April 18, 2006. Since the Development Order was granted, approvals have been obtained for the FDOT drainage, fire-rescue, the temporary driveway, and the permanent driveway. Construction Documents have been submitted to the City of Boynton Beach for pre-review of the permit drawings and comments have been received. Also, the property owner has meet several times with the Engineering Department to discuss the utility plans and proposed plat. The property owner must still secure approval from the City of Boynton Beach for the Utility Plans and for the Plat/Engineering plans. The FDOT Utility Permit and Health Department permits are also outstanding, but they can not begin until the City has approved the Utility Plans and Plat/Engineering Plans. Although a building permit has not been secured and the property owner would like the approval to remain vested. In November of2007, the City of Boynton beach granted a one year time extension through October 18, 2008. Please accept this letter as a formal request for an additional one year site plan approval time extension to October 18, 2009. G:\lobs\PaisJey Custom Homes\Boynton Beach Prop\Agency Corres\Time Extension\090408 Extension Request.wpd LCC35 477 S. Rosemary Avenue Suite 225 . The Lofts at City Place West Palm Beach, FL 33401 561.366.1100 561.366.1111 fax www.UDSonline.com LCC35 Mr. Michael W. Rumpf Page 2 As I am sure you are aware, since receiving approval of the site plan the housing market in South Florida has taken a downturn. Unfortunately, this change in the market has affected the ability for developers to receive financing for their projects in a timely fashion. Financing for a condominium development has become especially hard to receive. The property owner and the City worked hard to bring the application before the City Commission in 2006 and we believe that when developed, the project will be a great addition to the City. The property owner remains very excited about the development and is committed to its successful completion. Thank you in advance for your consideration of the time extension request. Sincerely yours, URBAN DESIGN STUDIO J4:-- Ken Tuma, Principal CC: Mr. Jim Paisley Mr. David Lawrence Mr. Mike Hagerty G:Uobs\Paisley Custom Homes\Boynlon Beach Prop\Agency Corres\Time Extension\090408 Extension Request.wpd LeC35 Volunteers for the Homebound & Family Caregivers News Caring for the invisible: homebound persons and family caregivers. Fall 2008 Inside This Issue Camp Treasure IV 2 Boca Respite 3 New Board Member 3 Plan Ahead 4 VHFC Celebration of a Decade In August 1997 Connie Siskowski organized twenty Boca Raton faith and community leaders in a meeting at the First United Methodist Church to design a program for volunteer support services for homebound individuals and family caregivers. The newly formed group was awarded a $25,000 grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, received a 501 (c)(3) non profit designation and by 1998 operated as BRIA (Boca Raton Interfaith in Action.) By 2005 the organization was renamed as Volunteers for the Homebound and Family Caregivers. Thanks to the help of many along with Connie's, passion and leadership, VHFC has been the recipient of generous donations of cash, time, materials and services from the local community. Grants from the BOMAR, Hermanowski, Lattner, Mattfolk, Schmidt and Toppel Family Foundations; BankAtlantic, City of Boca Raton, P.L. Dodge, Hands on Tzedakah, HSBC, John W. Henry, Palm Health- care, Quantum, Gertrude E. Skelly, and The Jim Moran Foundations, along with substantial funding from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and significant in-kind donations, VHFC has been able to improve the quality of life for many hundreds of homebound persons and family caregivers of all ages. To celebrate ten years of service to the community, VHFC invited friends and guests to a luncheon at Carmen's on Top of the Bridge Hotel on November 6, 2008 to honor those people who have given beyond the norm to the success of VHFC. In addition to those honorees pictured with Connie in the photo, these people were also recognized for their contribution: Victor Vacarro, Esq., Sullen & Larry Caplan; Bill Hartmann; Tom Head, Richard Schmidt, and Mark Gensheimer. Special thanks to Summer Faerman, Manager of Boca Respite Volunteers, for Chairing our Celebration of a Decade which raised nearly $15,000. VHFC is also most grateful to event sponsors including Paula Alderson, Eye Associates of Boca Raton, Robin and Sally Hardy, Lee Ross, Carole Rutherford Stevenson and The Gardens. '" The Honorees- Standing: Rev. Ken Roughton, John Boden, Bob Drogowitz, Gary Siskowski, Fred Galland, Richard Spencer. Seated: Leslee Drogowitz, & Connie Siskowski Photo by Melissa Korman Remembering Two Great Men Harold Toppel passed away on October 16 at the age of 84. In 1997, he and his wife, Patricia, founded The Toppel Family Foundation. VHFC has been a recipient of funding from The Toppel Family Foundation for the Caregiving Youth Project, one of the many legacies he leaves. '" We celebrate the life of Jim Helsel - VHFC's longest care receiver - first as a caregiver for his wife and then as a person who was home alone - we supported him in various ways for 118 months! Jim passed away October 22, 2008 at the age of 92. '" --... Families First Award At the 2nd Annual Families First Children's Day Award Luncheon VHFC President, Connie Siskowski was one of four Palm Beach County residents hon- ored for their commitment and hard work with families and children. '" Nominees: Joyce Laird, Danielle Hickox Moore, Executive Director Julie Swindler, Award recipient Alan Mentser, Family First Board President ,Sandra Fleming & nominee Connie Siskowski. Camp Treasure IV Thirteen local middle school students, who are participants of the Caregiving Youth Project I (CYP), recently enjoyed an overnight respite from their caregiving responsibilities at CYP's "Camp Treasure". According to Connie Siskowski, VHFC foun- I: der and president, "It is vitally important to recog- nize and support the children who have assumed a caregiving role in their family. They need a break from time to time. Camp Treasure allows them some time away from their responsibilities at a place where they can enjoy and share activities, ideas and experiences with their peers. " Held at the Gold Coast Christian Camp in Lake Worth, the overnight Camp Treasure respite included a variety of fun activities designed to increase confidence, teamwork, trust and camaraderie. AmeriCorps Members along with a masters student intern served as counselors, two guitar- strumming St. Vincent de Paul seminarians entertained at the campfire, the American Red Cross provided a life guard and an educational class on the safe use of medical assistance equipment, and volunteer art therapist Kerry DeBay assisted the participants in the creation of personally stylized "treasure boxes" "We hold two Camp Treasure excursions each year plus a reunion camp," explained Karen Harwood CYP Care Coordinator, "and it is our hope that, in time, we will be able to expand the opportunity so that all par ticipants in our program will be able to attend." Currently there are more than 170 active youth and their families enrolled in the CYP; the number is ex- pected to double by the end of this school year with CYP expansion from three to five middle schools. The five middle schools include: Boca Raton, Congress in Boynton Beach, Lantana, Palm Springs in West Palm Beach and Okeeheelee in Greenacres.. ~- .i...~ ,,~. CYP and Project Linus ..- Our Caregiving Youth at Congress Middle School received blankets made by the members of Project Linus. "My son sleeps with his blanket every night" one mom told Karen Harwood, CYP Care Coordinator. . garegivlng Youth project ".' The Padilla family: Stepha- nie" Saray {holding Sugar J. Natasha" Meaganand Ana Sofia. The girls are wearing new party dresses Mom bought to celebrate their graduations. Devotion CYP youth caregivers, Natasha and Stephanie Padilla, are featured in the summer quarter's issue of Heart Insight Magazine, the national consumer publication of the American Heart Association. The article discusses the girls' devotion to their grandmother, the challenges they have faced and the support the family has received from CYP. . "Great things are done by a smaller series of things coming together." Van Gogh L ul'l_ll. ~ Caregiving Youth Project continued Computers for VHFC Caregiving Youth AT&T has awarded the Palm Beach County Edu- cation Commission $100,000 to purchase com- puters and printers for 75 CYP families along with installation and an Internet hook up for one year. This was a team effort led by CYP Advisor, Jody Gleason, Executive Director of the Palm Beach County Education Commission and Connie Siskowski, Founder and President of VHFC. " I am so excited that our youth and families will be . better able to prosper," said Connie with tears in her eyes when told of the award. . Boca Middle School Students Star From the Boca Raton News Symon Productions of Miami is filming a one-hour documentary film "Grown Up Kids" in Boca Raton. Location shooting by Emmy award winning producer-director Robyn Symon started filming at Boca Raton Community Middle School. The film is a journey rr'" following youth caregiv- . - ers as they participate in the Caregiving Youth Project of VHFC . The documen- tary is being done with the assistance of Alicia Steiger of Boca Middle along with CYP staff and youth caregivers. . ............................... : VHFC Board and Staff express sympathy to : . the family of Carole Kain, ARNP, DNs ( c) on . : the death of her mother, Ruhbye Martin. : ............................... VHFC WELCOMES NEW BOARD MEMBER Shelby Linton Shelby Linton, Vice President and Branch Manager for HSBC Bank USA, has been appointed to the Board 0 Directors of VHFC. He has been in the banking industry for 12 years. Linton also serves on the Board of Directors of the West Boca Chamber of Commerce and is a Trustee member of the Greater Boca Chamber of Commerce. "Shelby will be a valuable asset to our board. He is passion- ate about caregiving youth and helping them succeed in this world," said Jeanie McGuire Tennant, Chairperson for VHFC. . Page 3 VHFC News Fall 2008 '1llII Youth Caregivers have lunch in the gardens of Hospice by the Sea during the November 1st CARE! Expo. Hospice by the Sea, Mae Volen Senior Center and VHFC collabo- rated to kick off National Fam- ily Caregivers Month and to provide respite and resources for caregiving families.. Ghana's Monsignor Ben- son, staff of Hospice by the Sea and the Caregiv- ing Youth Project meet at the VHFC office to dis- cuss opportunities to share information and resources with youth caregivers in Ghana.. Boca Respite Volunteers 'M' CAREGIVING IN LATER LIFE Florida Can Do Thinas Differentlv! Part 8 of 10 by Connie Siskowski, RN, Ph.D. Takino Individual Responsibilitv Part 8 Caregiving women who are approaching their sixth decade and beyond have the opportunity of using the wis- dom of their years to inform themselves and protect and pre- serve their own well being. Healthy habits must continue as a priority for caregiver well-being and sustainability. Care- giving women must make sure their legal status and finan- cial well-being are sound. They must become knowledge- able about the health condition(s) with which they are partici- pating in managing and work towards developing meaningful relationships with health providers to assure the best out- come and treatments. They must be open to developing a Plan B, to documenting care, to utilizing regular respite, and to being willing to explore advances in therapeutic modali- ties.. HOPE In the pessimistic and parched wasteland of despair You are the fresh, cool water of possibility. You are our sole source of light and direction. You provide the reason to keep moving forward and to keep stretching our arms outward. In our loneliness, you bring us together, Teaching us that hope is powerful, contagious, and life-changing. . By Barry Rinehart &I b(ttL Iti(.... -~ r ......\- -- - I :,;:: " -"T"" /',.,--- -,--- ,.,-~ .-.~ ....... , --. -- , --~ ~-1' -~ "::;' 'if The VHFC Board of Directors Charles Brown, Robin Hardy, Consuelo Inestrosa, Paula Alderson. Connie Slskowski. Jeanie McGuire Tennant, Gail Eagle. Andrea D'Addario, Tom Tift. Fred Galland. Not pictured-Carole Rutherford-Stevenson and Shelby Linton Photo by Melissa Korman VHFC Spiritual Care Referral Services - A care receiver, caregiver or anyone for that matter, may have thoughts about hope, the meaning of life, belief in God, and relief from loneliness and fear These are normal feelings. but often are not verbalized. Each of us has our own style or manner in which we face life If you or someone you know needs assistance in contacting a spiritual care giver, please call the VHFC offices at 561-391-7401 Volunteering for VHFC YOU can help those in need in our community through our Boca Respite and Caregiving Youth programs. . Your skills, talents and/or expertise can help a neighbor stay independent. . You can choose to help youth, seniors, and/or both For more information CALL 561-391-7401 and say you want to know more about being a VHFC Volunteer or you can visit www.boca-respite.org.click on "Volunteering" and then "Volunteer Application". We look forward to meeting you! VHFC Newsletter Editor- Jeanie McGuire Tennant mcguirejl@mindspring.com 561-945-9097 Volunteers for the Homebound and Family Caregivers Established 1997 Boca Respite Volunteers American Association of Caregiving Youth Caregiving Youth Project 1515 N. Federal Hwy. #214 Boca Raton, FL 33432 561- 391-7401 (phonel 561-416-7213 (faxl Info@boca-resPlte.orq www.boca-respite.ora www.aacV.orq "People of All Ages Helping People of All Ages" . VHFC Advisory Boa rd VHFC Staff Millie Barber, M.D Jen Craven* Cynthia Cummings Lynn Durbin, LMHC Marcel Ellis** Summer Faerman Karen Harwood, MSW Connie Siskowski, RN. PhD Mary Jo Tarrien, RN Suellen Caplan Scott Ellington Rabbi Goldstein April Leavy Steve Mulder Carl Schiefer Carol Walters Joanne Weppner 'AmenCorps Member "Shared employee with Urban League ',[ 11\ I 'IP\.J,l! SOtOptHll1"',~ hitt. ~jtiljj_H1(P III Bthit Rat(J;) ()~ t ~fp I\! Bt,'!'} FlI'st United Methodl,t Chlller'''~ BO'.j R,lI(d' H/J~PI(' I,. '11/ " Caregiving Youth Partners' Project 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 o o Boca (n=361) . Congress (n=253) o Lantana (n=214) o Palm Springs (n=413) . Okeeheelee (n=385) Palm Beach County 6th Grade Students 2008 - A Comparison by School of Caregiving Youth Survey Results Non Caregivers Caregivers LOR 3-5 Of CG LOR 5 Total students who participated in the 2008 survey among the five schools = 1626. There were 1063 non-caregiver students and 563 caregiving students of whom 344 are among CYPP target Levels of Responsibility (LOR) of 3-5. Note that while Palm Springs has the lowest percentage of caregivers I it also has the highest percentage of most intense caregivers (LOR = 5). Caregiving Youth Project of Volunteers for the Homebound & Family Caregivers 35 30 25 +- E: 20 Co\) U t.. Co\) a.. 15 10 5 0 Caregivers Level 3-5 Level 5 6 th Grade Survey Participants .2007 (n=278) . 2008 (n=253) Changes in Caregiving Youth Survey results from Fall, 2007 to Fall, 2008 of 6th graders at Congress Middle School, Boynton Beach, FL. Note that a "Level" on a scale of 1-5 represents time spent/week in caregiving and a weighted scale of various caregiving responsibilities with Level 5 being the highest. Students beginning in Levels 3 typically participate in at least one activity of daily living involving personal care. Caregiving Youth Partners' Project of Volunteers for the Homebound & Family Caregivers 1515 N. Federal Hwy. #214, Boca Raton, FL 33432 561-391-7401...www.aacy.org L ,tf6}j. , ~ BOCA RATON With special thanks and appreciation to all of the current funders of the Caregiving Youth Partners' Project in Palm Beach County, and especially to the initial funders The Schmidt Family Foundation and The Toppel Family Foundation ..t-~. :"lID ....... 11::! THR BETHESDA HOSPITAL ~~~-:"ll ~rllill __ ~ _FOUNDATION ~ I I~ --., ....................t_ _ .THE FUTUllE BELONGS TO THOSE WHO PREPARE FOR IT" COMMU-"';T'" 1-40SPl'TAL Sun-Sentinel NIE J .THE JOHN W. HENRY III!!I Palm Healthcare www.Sun-Sentlnel.com/nle News In Education RDbert"MlodJolmsooFouodatioo. FAMilY FOUNDATION ... F 0 UNO A T ION. I N C. Lattner Family Foundation P.L. Dodge Foundation Gertrude E. SkeUy Charitable Foundation ankfttlantic P,-,4.> ..~c j-IL)"J r ~ --- -- J The Caregiving Youth Partners' Projert Welcomes You! ~..J ~.1 American Association of Caregiving Youth Table of Contents The CaregIvIng Youth Partners' Project Welcomes You! 2 A W..... Letttrfrom Dr. Ann FIrIOM ) IesHrdI Results - Global, National IIId LocII 4 ItstMdlIIsuIts continued 5 MIkIng DecIsIons 6-7 Thne PtnonII c.egIvtr StorIes 8 WhIt CaregIvIng Youth In P_1Hch CountJ Say: 9 5Nus.. F.., c.tgIYtrs of AI Ages 1. For Mort InfonnatIon Indlorto enter our ~s) 11 Written by: Connie Siskowsld, RN, Ph.D, Created by: Erin Silver, Sun-Sentinel Edited by: Lynn Baden, Sun-Sentinel Photos courtesy of the Caregiving Youth Partners' Project Caregiving Countel Life Happensl Everyone Ie vulneral7le to an aCGiaent, an illne5e or a aieal7ility. Sometimee a chanee In a ptll"9On'e health etatue Ie eimply from the effect5 of aeine. Other tlmee an iIIneS6 or a dieal7i1ity may l7e present from a l7irth defect or inherited from family. Yet other timee illne65 or injury 15 the re5uit of ptlreonal choicee - not wearing a 5eat l7elt In the car, a helmet when rk:ling a I7IGycIe or motorcycle, drinking in excee5, emoldng, a aeaentary lifeetyle, or other poor cholcee. It'e a Family Affalrl Whatever the rea50n, the re5uit Ie the eame - there ie an effect on the perean, ana there Ie an effect on the whole family. Every family eituation Ie ae different ae a flneerprint, l7ut many of the effecte, eepecially the con5el\uencee of etreee, are the 5ame. Doln" Doui7le Dutyl 5ucceee in echool and getting an eaucation ie the work of chilaren, juet ae having a job ie the work of an aault. Re5earch 5hoW5 that adult5 who care for family membere and who al50 work experience epeeial copine challenees. Employere do, too. An adult caregiver might arrive late at work, may eo from full-time work to part-time work, or 50metime5 i5 no longer able to work at all. Then, with reduced income, the family 15 likely to 5uffer financially. Youth who are caregivere and doing their echoolwork face 5imilar challengee ae adult caregivere face. It i5 hara to do "doul7le duty"1 Liahtenlne the Loadl it l7ecomee a little ea5ier when there Ie: - recognition of the many rolee of caregivere - realization that many othere have caring reeponeibilitiee - relief by having eomeone who underetande to talk with - reeource availability - reepite to take a break and jU5t have fun Although caregiving can be a hard job with coneequence5, it can al50 be a life-changing and rewarding experience. No one ehould do it alone - it take5 a team! Careelvlne Youth Shinel Our goal ie to help caregiving youth ehine by being emotionally and phyelcally healthy, receiving the education they de5erve, doing their homework, participating in activitie5, and enjoying the many beneflt5 a good education and life afford5. ~i'~~, h\mA ~ .';! ~ -~ ~'~~r;: ~~-~~ Thank you etudent5, familie5, our partner6 and community meml7ere for carine for each other! Conni~ 5/elcoWflkl. I(N. Ph.D. Dinwtor. CamglvinB Youth Project Fourultlr & PretJltJ~r'It. VHFC Boca Raton ie the home of the firet U.S. Caregiving Youth Project (CYP) and the American A650ciation of Car~iving Youth (www.aacy.ore). The CYP i6 a pr~ram ofVolunteere for Homel7ound and Family Caregivere (VHFC), a 501(C)(3) non-profit agency which ha6been 6erving the community by providing education and 5Upport 5ervice5 through Boca Re5pite Volunteere (www.boca-reepite.ore) 5ince 1998. The VHFC mi65ion i6 to promote independence and dignity for homebound pereone and family caregivere of all agee. The Car~iving Youth Pilot Project, now the Caregiving Youth Partnere' Project. began in May 2006. to build a replicable model and eupport program beginning in middle 6choole. , " .....-.-....".-....- ~-...,...,.4_;-......,..~ ......~_"4 --tc"'f"'P. till: ..........;....~ }, ,....... ""'i~ . r ~ Ann Faraone, Ph.D. Director, Student Intervention Services School District of Palm Beach +a..tc. ....0.. ...._..,..0lifIIr ~ -.~ ~ L We are proud and privileged in Palm Beach County 5chool5 to have the opportunity to work in collaboration with the Caregiving Youth Partner5' Project (CYPP). The formerly unidentified need5 of 5tudent6 who are caregivere in their familie5 have now been brought to light, and with the a55i5tance of the CYPP team the 50cial/emotional and academic i55ue5 are being addre55ed. Student5 feel an addition_~el of 5Upport, and teachere and coun5elor5 now have an under5tanding of family i55ue5 that may be impacting 5tudent performance, attendance, and dropout rate5. The CYPP team offere additional experti5e to the 5tudent 5Upport team5 already in place in our 5chool5. Many of the 5tudent5 engaged in caregiving re5pon5ibilitie5 at home are often unable to participate fully in the 5chool experience, e.g., extracurricular activitie5, and frequently report feeling i50lated and 5tre55ed out. The 5Upport of the CYPP provide5 to the5e 5tudent5, the 5en5e of value and connection that wa5 mi55ing. Additionally, the CYPP offer5 re50urce5 and 5Upport to our youth caregiving familie5. With inclu5ion of the family, the 5tudent i5 relieved and can better work toward5 achieving educational goal5. The youth caregiver5 are a hidden 5ub-group in our di5trict'5 demographic5, and their very 5pecific need5 mU5t be addre55ed to meet our goal of 5ucce55 for all 5tudent5. The 5UCce55 of the program in the pilot 5chool5 en5ure5 that more and more of our 5tudent5 will benefit from the Caregiving Youth Partner5' Project a5 we roll it out over the next five year5. @ Urban League Palm Beach County The Greater Palm Beach Area American Red Cro55 and Volunteere for Homebound & Family Caregivere have combined re5ource5 to 5trenqthen ca~iving youth. Tog/rt;her we are developing educational material5, cla55room pre5entation5, and 5upport 5ervice5. Youth caregivere in the project learn to underetand what i5 involved in caring for a family member, how to provide 5afe care and manage the 5tre55 and challenge5 that they may experience a5 a caregiver. Together, our effort5 will enhance the live5 and future well-being of the5e young heroe5. You are not alone a5 a caregiving youth I The Caregiving Youth Partnere' Project ha5 partnered with the Urban League of Palm Beach Courrey to make 5ure you have 5omeone to talk to, re60urce5 to help you and opportunttiee you can take advantage of a5 you care for youreelf and othere. Our ml55ion i5 to build Iive5 and empower communitie5 through providing 5Upport group 5ervice5, opportunitie5 for travel, community Involvement, 5Upport for academic excellence, 5tep and dance team5, and fun. If you live in Palm Beach County, are age 10-18 and intere5tea in learning more, call your CYPP 5UPPOrt 5taff pel"5On Dianna Sanaereon at 561.391.7401 or dianna@aacy.org. r .J ----" .~-~::._~'~::-'::':=.:~~------~'~' .'.~ ~--.. Research Results - Global, National and Local Children and teen!; help to care for grandparent6, parent6, brother6, 6i6ter6 and other relative6. Our nation i6 behind - in the United Kingdom there are more than 300 group6 formed to 6Upport "young carer6". Each year there i6 a fe6tival of learning and fun for 6everal thou6and young carer6. In June of 2007, it rained: In June 2008, the Caregiving Youth of Palm Beach County would love to attend thi6 Fe6tival- at lea6t by teleconference! ~_..,., . " , , , , , , , , ; I. . : ."'10, , (): And in Palm Beach County... thousands of children and teens provide care. During the %hool year 2006-07, an analY6i6 of 6pecial 6urvey re6ult6 from Boca Middle School (BMS) and Congre66 Middle School (CMS) 6how6 that both 6chools have students who have caregiving responsibilities. 80 70 80 10 40 30 20 10 o . Non-c.eglve,. . Careglve,. BMI (n-821) CMI (n-eeo) Percent of Caregiving Youth at Each School ; . . .' .::.....:;"..{.:;, ':;::"':;,~':;);:.~;{:;;).;:" (': '.ii.': ":;':"~';';:~''; U.S. CAREGIVING YOUTH BILL OF RIGHTS, "adapted from the Charter of Young Carer5 in the United Kingdom. Caregiving Youth have the right to... · Be children as well as caregivers. · Schools and colleges that give us the help we need to get an education. · Fun, friends and time off from caring. · Family life with well-supported parents, guardians or other family members. · Practical help and support so that we don't have to do all of the caring in our home6. · A safe environment and protection from harm, including any harm that caring activities could cause us. · Services that value our different backgrounds, cultures, religions, races and sexualities. · Be li6tened to and supported by the people who 6upport our parents, grandparents, siblings and other family members for whom we care. · An assessment of what we need as individuals, without any assumption6 or judgments being made about us. · Be listened to and involved when people make decisions which affect our lives. · Information about the health problem6 that we see our family member6 experiencing. · Advocacy and complaint6 procedures which we can understand and which work. · Stop taking on caring roles when we wish to. · Move on when it is time to become independent adults. :.;.:: ~.:' ';.; ;~:: ::~ ~ ~ ~ '."'; . L Research Results - Global, National and Local Level of Reeponeil:1l11ty The amount of time a 6tudent 6pena6 per week and the ta6k6 performed increa6e with each Level of Re6pon6ibility. Level 1 repre6ent6 a lower Level of Re6pon6ibility and Level 5 i6 the highe6t level. Student6 who are in Level6 3-5 are among tho6e who are eligible to participate in the Caregiving Youth Partnere' Project. At Boca Middle. thi6 repre6ent6 29.710 of their caregiving youth. while at Congre66 Middle thi6 reflect6 49.570 of their caregiving youth. . Level' (n-95) . Level 2 (n-30) [J Level 3 (n-30) . Level 4 (n-22) . LevelS (n-') . Levell (n-70) . Level! (n-29) C Level 3 (n-35) . Level 4 (n-52) . Level 5 (n-10) 600a Middle Sohool (n = 178) Careglving Yo~ of 825 etudente Surveyed (21.61.) Congress Middle Sohool (n = 196) Caregiving Youth of 660 Studente Surveyed (29.61.) It i6 important to remember that the 6urvey repre6ent6 a day in time, and the 6ituation6 of the 6tudent6 and their familie6 are dynamic. Our ongoing contact through "Lunch and Learn6" a6 well a6 in the cla66room6 allows us to build trust and become a resource for 6tudent6 who have not taken the survey and for th06e who6e Iive6 are changing. After a month of working with the Caregiving Youth Partner6' Project, an FAU 60cial work intern relate6. "...1 have to let you know that the image of poverty used to cloud my mind when I think of a youth/kid who ha6 to provide care for an ailing family member. But after seeing the diverse race. culture and ethnicity that answer to the title of being a 'caregiver'. the thought that came to mind is that it does not have a face; it does not have geographical boundarie6. 6Ocio-economic 6tatu6. or 60cial 6tanding." BIack(2821) White(4792) llilpaaic: (2237) OtIaer (1131) . Hu ....... (6,171) . PartIdpala (f,176) Both boys and girls help...for some boys, the car.giving journey is a little tougher than it is for some girls... - 80 70 1--80 aJlO U40 ffi30 Q..20 10 o . Boys (5066) .Oirls (S084) Caregivlng Youth are among all cultures and in an middle and high school grades and even younger. so 45 40 1--35 Z30 W25 ~20 W IS Q.. 10 S o . .... ..... c-t)' (lM.OOO) . WIIat WOl'ka (12,529) a...... (I"'.) Has Family Hinders Leeming HclpaP.awn Affecta School . HClith (6089) (2326) (5612)' Performance .; (3723) ;,c' Si6kow6ki. C. (2006) created from re6ult6 of 2002 What Works Sutv~ conducted t1y Palm Beach Atlantic University and the School Di6trict of Palm Beach County. Not all 6tudent6 completed the demographic 6ection 60 the total number6 for both the racial and the gender categorie6 are different. r ... ,....~._- ..J Making Decisions Making a decieion can be eaey and it can be challenging. When you chooee not to make a decieion and do nothing, that ie aleo a decieion! In many life eituatione, it is helpful to have a decieion-making guide - a process that you can follow to help you make the best choice possible. One decision-making procees is the FIND Decision- Making Model. Steps of the FIND Decision-Makine Model Step 1: Figure out the situation. What do you have to decide? When do you have to make the decision? What are the factore in the situation? Step 2: Identify possll7le eolutlons. What are your choicee? What is your role in the solutlone? Are there people and reeourc;ee that can help you? Step 3: Name the positive and negative conee'luencee of each way to solve the situation. Think al70ut the poeitlve and negative conee'luencee of each choice. list the Pros and Cons on paper. Review your list with a trusted pereon. Step 4: Decide the l7est choice for your situation and then act on it. Decide the l7est solution. Take action. If your choice doeen't work out, try another choice. Use the FIND model to help make the beet poseible decision! Theee eteps are brought to you by the American Red Croee and Volunteers for the Homebound & Family Caregivers. Use the FIND model to help make the beet poeeible decieion! Decisions, Decisions, Decisions! What Should I Do? Caregiving Youth often have extra decieione to make. Mind Challenge Part 2: Can you help Samantha? Samantha livee with her grandmother who hae Alzheimer's dieease, so her grandmother needs help with memory care. She is unable to stay alone for long periods of time. Every day as soon as school ends Samantha is responsible to be with her grandmother while her mom goes to work. It is hard for Samantha to bring home friende from school becauee she feele they won't understand what is happening with her Grandma. One day Samantha's friend invited her to go to the movies. Her friend already has the tickets to the new release of a movie that everyone i6 talking about. The ticket6 are for a day when Samantha i6 respon6ible to be with her grandmother. Samantha really want6 to go to the movie6, but -- who will 6tay with Grandma7 Use the FIND or other problem-60lving method of your choice. Complete the form on the la6t page of thi6 booklet, and enter your 60lution (no more than 200-300 word6) to Samantha'6 problem. You will be eligil7le to win $1001 Winners announced on April 15th, 20081 Send in your entry with page 11. ., ,-- ,...c......,. .. "'. ....'.'......'."".... ,:........--. .....'."....-....~--,... ." ~: .'. ",- .," _""u, _ ".,i'.__."..,_.", ""', :.;''''' ..C,; - . ,-~ Game room fun... Swimming... Mind Challenge Part 1: Can you solve this? Warnlngl You I A careelvlne youth who hae a level 5 -- the hlehe~ Level of Reeponell7l1ity (I A careelvlne youth who Is a level 4 spende an averaee of 34 hours each wee level 1 epende 4 hours or lese weekly. If the family had to replace this help with eomeone 81_ who they have to pa that the careelvlne youth fulfllle hie reeponell7l1ity throuehout the calendar each lOR Ie an averaee l7etween the num17ere for Boca Middle and Coneresl! Question 1: What Is the flnanGlal value of the work that h Question 2: If one In every three middle SGhool StL are In middle SGhool durin! Question 3: What Is the value of the oontrl17utlon that G8 Enter each anewer In t At Cookie6 for Caregivers - our first event! Back row left to right: Mary Jo Tarrien, Debrah Klein, Barbara Marmon; Front row: Carole Kain, and Karen Harwood And the 2006 winr certificate for our: wa6... Danielle of B her e6say. She is pi Tarrien and Dr. Con II have to do a little research to come up with the solution I OR) -- epende an awrase of 42 houre per week helplns lrt leaet one pereon. ; a Level 3 epende 21 houre per week; a Level 2 epentAe 11 houre per week. and a . either they or anlneuranGe company would epend a1; leaet $15/hr. Aeeume year without a vacation. Aleo aeeume thlrt the numl7er of careglvlng youth In Middle Schoole. or she Ie doing each year for his/her family and for society? dente 15 a youth caregiver. how many careglving youth the 2007-08 academic year? ,regiving youth make to thelrfamlllee and to 50clety annually? he correa place on page 11. ,1 I er of a $50 gift : treee Bueter Conteet . ca Middle School for ured with Mary Jo ie Siekoweki. Getting ready for back to echool with help from Spirit of Giving .~ L The Voices of Caregiving Youth Are Beginning to be Heard! The Caregiving Youth Partners' Project Leads the Way for the United States! Family health eituatione and a dual role of a etudent ae aleo a caregiver affecte youth more than ie currently recognized: There may be phyeical and peychological ramificatione of caregiving common to an adult family caregiver Short-term and long-term effecte include current and future education and employment Reeponeibilitiee beyond yeare may reeult in developmental and emotional burdene May become victim of bullying and/or be the one who bulliee Children & Adoleecente 18 yeare of age and under who provide care for family membere with: Chronic conditione Dieability Mental iIIneee Mobility impairment Subetance mieuee Traumatic injuriee Other conditione Some reeponeibilitiee of Caregiving Youth - Healthy eurvival depende on the application of their education and knowledge baee Pereonal Care - firet aid and the importance of good hygiene · Medical Care - math in medication adminietration Houeehold Management - managing money and daily life ekille , Supervieion - problem eolving Tranelation in Medical Settinge - communicatore extraordinaire Emotional Support Findinge from reeearch and what the Caregiving Youth Project ie learning euggeete: The etreee of family health eituatione may affect the ability of etudente to learn . Studente may drop below their level of ability to achieve during thie time Studente miee echool to etay home and provide needed care Adult family membere, often overwhelmed themeelvee, are frequently unaware of the effecte on their children Caregiving Youth often have Medical Care Re5pon5it1i1itie5 They may aeeiet with medication adminietration - Solid math ekille are eeeential! Mind Challenge Part 3: (an you help M'ark? Mark etrugglee with math, eepecially when he ie in a hurry - and that ie about every day now it eeeme. Today ie Thur6day. Mark Iivee with hie Uncle Harry who Ie blind. One of Mark'e taeke ie to prepare Uncle Harry'e medicatione. He takee one heart pill each day, a diuretic (water pill) twice a day, a blood preeeure pill twice per day. and pota66ium three timee each day. There ie a eupply of 20 heart pille. 30 diuretice. 16 blood preeeure pille and 50 potaeeiurrf tablete left. How many daye doee Mark have before he hae to buy more medicine for Uncle Harry? Enter your answer in the correa space on page 11. r ~- ..J ~~_ n_~_ Three Personal Caregiver Stories ELEANOR ROACH'S STORY - HI WAS A CAREG/VING YOUTH WHO MISSED ABOUT THREE DAYS OF SCHOOL EACH WEEK... H "During my interview to intern with the Caregiving Youth Partnera' Project, I di5Covered that I had been a pre-teen careeiver (at age 9) to my ailing dad up to the time of his death. I missed clas5es for up to three days of the week to give my dad his medications and meals. My mom assumed his heavy work load to support the family. There were times that I would cry wanting to be in school, play with my friends on the playfleld after school, and participate in church activities. I also remember how low my self-esteem was after test-taking. My grades dropped. I didn't know what to do and didn't have any source of support. Today I am finishing FAU and will become a social worker. I am pleased to have the opportunity to encourage students to lighten ...1. your load, to speak up, and to get the support you need that is available from the Caregiving Youth Partnera' Project and othera . in your circle of friends." NICHOLE'S STORY - Nichole lived in Boca Raton, not too far from Boca Raton Community Hospital. A few years ago she left; 5Chool, and this is why: "I lived with my grandfather, grandmother, mother, brother and sister. After a long illness, my grandfather pas5&! away when I was age 15. He was the only one that really underatood me. I didn't know how to react to him passing so I pretty much just keep it all inside. My mother was mentally ill so I was the one that cared for my younger brother and sister. I went to work at McDonald's to help ends meet because we were without any money. I quit school to work and take care of my grandmother and siblings. I didn't have many choices in life having a grandmother that wanted everything her way and a mother that was bi-polar. But one choice I did have was going to school. I felt like if I went to school my family would have no way to live. I became depressed. Often I wanted new shoes or just to have a normal family but I just didn't. My brother and sister were like my own kids. I cooked, cleaned and did everything for them, like a mom." ." NAEKIA ROWLEY'S STORY. Naekia Rowley (left), a graduate of Glades Central Community High in Belle Glade, was the 2007 Laurie Connors Caregiving Youth Scholarship recipient. Members of the Board of Directore; of Volunteere; for the Homebound & Family Caregivere; made special donatione; to ee;tablie;h the e;cholare;hip through affiliation with the George Snow Scholare;hip Foundation. Naekia wae; raie;ed in a e;ingle parent houe;ehold with her mom working long houre; ae; a Certified Nure;ing Ae;e;istant making only $6.00 per hour. Her father scraped by doing migrant work. Naekia and her e;iblinge; were forced to live with her grandparents. At fire;t, life e;eemed comfortable with her grandpa rente;, and her grandmother was a daily ine;piration for Naekia. But the daye; of content were quickly replaced by tragedy. Her grandfather underwent e;urgery for throat cancer, and her grandmother e;uffered a heart attack right in front of her. Naekia quickly became the caretaker for her grandpa rente;, the parent for her e;iblinge;, aild the family provider for all of them. . Now thie; amazing young woman ie; enrolled in Florida Atlantic Univere;ity'e; Nure;ing School. Naekia reflecte;, "I have learned that there ie; no challenge that I cannot face, and no current that will wae;h my tenacioue;nee;e; away. I am ready to e;ucceed, and the foundation hae; been formed in making my character." .. ..., p.-- --- ~.:. '.. .. -, L .;; What Caregiving Youth in Palm Beach County Say: "The project ha6 made a difference for me with my 6chool work. I learned that I could talk with my teacher and <., 6he would let me turn in my homework a little late if I need to." - Donnie, age 12'* ..'" "I wake up during the night when my grandma goe6 to the bathroom. I 6tay awake until 6he if:),ack in bed. Sometime6 it i6 hard to go back to 6Ieep." - JU6tin, age 13 :" "Word6 to de6cribe 60me of what I am going through... ALONE... ANGRY... FRusrRArED... rOUGH ro CONCENrRArE... BEING RELIABLE... LEARN HOW ro rAKE BEING pur DOWN." - Morgan, age 11 "I'm 13 and a caregiver. I help my family - my mom and my grandmom. My mom ha6 high blood pre66ure, my grandma ha6 arthriti6 60 I have to help them all the time. I really don't have time to go out6ide and play with my friend." - Sam "I love going to caregiving activitie6. It help6 take away my 6tre66 away a lot!" - Alex, age 12 "I watch over my younger brother and care for my mother. Both are my life. My world revolve6 around them. I'm there hand and hand to guide them the way." - Stacey, age 13 "Hello, my name i6 Abbi, and I am 14 year6 old but alm06t 15! I live in Boca Raton where I wa6 born and rai6ed and al60 where I found out that my parent6 were 6ick! I help with medication, their diet, walking, laundry, etc. It'6 hard being a caregiver. You have to drop everything for you to help them, but in the end you know you did the right thing and you made a difference!" "Caregiving can be 6tre66ful! If 60mething happen6 to my family, me and my 6i6ter would have mdt'e problem6. In the world there i6 more thing6 to harm you than to help you. Helping your loved one doe6 not help your .__ relation6hip with the loved one. I love helping my mom and dad, but 60metime6 I need friend6 and not working all day long!" - Monica, age 13 "My name i6 Mike. I'm 13 year6 old and a caregiver for my mom. My mom had a 6troke, and now 6he feel6 tired and weak 60 I do all the work. I am a man. I clean the hou6e, wa6h di6he6, do laundry and cook." "I have le66 time for mY6elf and I want more time with my mom or daddy when they are in th~hO$p~1. I help my mom take her medication6 and her in6ulin. My dad had a 6troke 60 I help him exerci6e, coqk healtmy food6 and remind him to take hi6 medication6 becau6e he tend6 to forget. I am not 61eeping properly, and there i6 no time for me to go to work. I feel abu6ed on the in6ide becau6e I thought nobody cared for me caU6e no one wa6 there to help, and I don't have the experience. My temper got wor6e, and I had no patience. I jU6t 6tarve mY6elf and have anxiety attack6. Now I am learning how to help my parent6, how to cook healthy food6 and learning to calm my nerve6. I am motivated to go to 6chool and get good grade6." - "Sweet Cheek6", age 17 . All names have been chanfled to protect each students' identities. r r~~-- . . ~ -' ~ .... ,~ Iii\. Resources for Family Caregivers of All Ages Young Caregivm in the U.S. llIport 01 FIndIngI ........- na~ ~~~':f,"" American Association for Caregiving Youth (AACY) - providing information, education and re50urce6 for pre-teen6, teen6, familie6 and profe66ional6 about dual role 6tudent-caregiver6. 1-800-725-2512, www.aacy.org Children of Aging Parents (CAPS) - the olde6t U.S. caregiving organization offering information and referral6, 6UPPOrt group6, educational outreach, 6peaker'6 bureau and publication6, a6 it 6eek6 to heighten public awarene66 that the health of the family caregiver6 i6 e66ential to en6ure quality care of the nation'6 growing elderly population. 1-800-227-7294, www.cap64caregiver6.org Family Caregiver Alliance - a public voice that 6Upport6 and 6u6tain6 caregiver6 throughout the country with information, education, 6ervice6, re6earch and advocacy. 1-800-445-8106, www. ca reg iver.org National Alliance for Caregiving - an organization created in 6UPPOrt of family caregiver6 and the profe56ional6 who a66i6t them; and to increa6e public awarene66 of i66ue6 facing caregiving familie6. 1-301-718-8444, www.caregiving.org National family Caregivers Aeeociation (NFCA) - offer6 free member6hip for all family caregiver6 and beneflt6 including formation, education, publication6 and advocacy. 1-800-896-3650, www. thefamilycaregiver.org Well 5POUN Foundation - 'When one i6 6ick...two need help" i6 the 610gan of the international 6UPPOrt organization for wive6, hU6band6 and partner6 of the chronically ill and/or di6abled. 1-000-838-0879, www.weIl6pou6e.org Internet Support: www.caregiver.com www.caregiver6home.com www.care-giving.com www.caregiving.com www.6trengthforcaring.com www.youngcarer6.net www.youngcarer6.net.au .., ,. I For More Information and/or to enter our contest(s): I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I .. I ~ .~ I -J .~ I ~I ~I ~I ~I ~I ~I as ~I I I L YESJ I need more information. Pleaee contact me. _ YESII want to be added to your mailing liet for updatee on the Care6ivin6 Youth Project. _ YESII want to volunteer to help care6ivere. Pleaee contact me. _ YES, I want my echool to be a Care6ivin6 Youth Project eite. "'" And from pa6e 6: Mind Challenge Con'tBet (You muet anewer theee 3 queetione to be eli6ible for gift certificate prizee). Part 1: My anewere to the 3 Mind Challenge queetionf; are: _ Part 2: I am helping Samantha. My eolution (200~300 worde) ie encloeed ($100 prize). ,...., _ Part 3: I am helping Mark ($50 prize). Anewer here: Mark muet get more medicatione on: Name E-mail Addreee Addreee: Street City ZIP State Telephone School & Grade Date MAil THIS FORM fO: Caregiving Youth Partners' Project VOLUNTEERS FOR THE HOME50UND & FAMILY CAREGIVERS, INC. 1515 N. Federal Hwy. Suite 214 Boca Raton, FL 33432 www.aacy.org www.l1oca-reepite.org For more information call locally 561-391-1401 or 600-125-2512 or e-maillnfo(J)aacy.ore ,... I ~~ ...... ___..........-........ ............"MW<_'~~~__~.......,..._;"'._,~ )"r" ~. ~~.....,..,_.. -" '..-c;':.6'.'III~f:::"""'--' .~"""';.:- . ";~ ...J -. " At.. ~,.' \\:'" ,'\ "," .. - ,\1\~ ~>,l)., fJ\1! "",ii#ii ."% ,J' ,,41 - '~ ;/~:.: DEDICATION is not what others expect of you, it is what you can to others. BankAtlantic is a proud sponsor of the Sun-Sentinel's News In Education and the Palm Beach County Caregiving Youth Partners' Project. .,' -', ~f" www.hankatlantic.com -. -,