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Minutes 04-05-83MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY ~HALL, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 1983 PRESENT James R. Warnke, Mayor Carl Zimmerman-, Vice Mayor Nick Cassandra, Councilman Joe deLong, Councilman Samuel L. Wright, Councilman Peter L. Cheney, City Manager Betty S. Boroni, City Clerk James W. Vance, City Attorney Mayor Warnke called the meeting to order at 7:30 P. M. He acknowledged the presence in the audience o'f our immediate past Mayor Walter Marty Trauger. The Mayor announced the Invocation tonight will be given by Father John Block, Pastor, St. Mark's Catholic Church, followed immediately by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by City Manager Peter L. Cheney. He requested everyone to please rise. Agenda Approval Mayor Warnke asked if there were any additions, deletions or corrections. ~. Cheney stated he would like to delete Item X-A, Old Business, whi'ch is a Police Pension Board matter which he discussed with the Police Chief and feels the total package is not ready for the Council and would like it con- sidered at the next meeting. Councilman deLong moved the adoption with this deletion, seconded by Councilman Cassandra. Motion carried 5-0. Organizational Resolution - Adopting Robert's Rules of Order Mayor Warnke announced that every year, we have an organiza- tional resolution adopting Robert's Rules of Order to keep us all on board next year. Mr. Vance then read Resolution No. 83-P by title: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE 1970 EDITION OF ROBERT'S RULES OF ORDER (LIBRARY OF CONGRESS CARD NO. 71-106451) AS OFFICIAL RULES OF ORDER Councilman deLong moved for the adoption of proposed Resolu- tion No. 83-P, seconded by Vice Mayor Zimmerman. No discus- sion. Mrs. Boroni took a roll call vote on the motion as follows: Mayor Warnke - Aye Vice Mayor Zimmerman - Aye Councilman Cassandra - Aye Councilman deLong - Aye Councilman Wright - Aye Motion carried 5-0. MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 Announcements Mayor Warnke read a Proclamation proclaiming the second Friday of April as Arbor Day to be observed this year on Friday, April 8, 1983. The Mayor read a Proclamation proclaiming the month of April, 1983, as Local History Month. Mayor Warnke read a Proclamation proclaiming the week of April 17 through April 23, 1983, to be National Library Week. MINUTES City Council Meeting Minutes of April 4, 1983 Councilman deLong referred to not having the chance to read these minutes and moved to lay this question on the table. Vice Mayor Zimmerman seconded the motion. Motion carried 5-0. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Mr. Cheney stated he did not have anything different than last night and this could be skipped over. PUBLIC AUDIENCE Mayor Warnke announced if anyone in the audience wished to speak on any matter on the agenda tonight to please give their name to the City Clerk and they will be called upon when that item is on the agenda. If anyone wishes to speak on any item not on the agenda to please come forward at this time and giVe their name and address. Mrs. Wilda Searcy, 402 N. E. 13th Avenue, referred to appear- ing before the Council at the January meeting and stated she obtained a copy of the minutes the other day. She also com- posed a letter to the City Manager and Council members and questioned if they had received a copy of it? Mayor Warnke asked what it pertained to and Mrs. Searcy replied that it was in reference to the area north of here from 2nd Avenue to the canal and 1-95 to the railroad. ~,~yor Warnke ack- nowledged receiving this letter and Mrs. Searcy asked if she would receive a response? Mayor Warnke informed her that there are many projects taking place in that area now with renovations, lot clearing, etc. and this matter is being attended to. Mrs. Searcy asked if it would be explained tonight with documentation in the minutes and Mr. Cheney replied that her letter is difficult to provide a precise answer to with covering better housing, vacant lots, public works, 1-95, fishing, etc. Better housing is being done -2- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 with Community Development, Palm Beach County Housing, etc. To provide an in-depth report to cover that would take time. We do have street and drainage programs. The Board of Health is a county activity and they give education to families inside and outside homes. Mayor Warnke stated that he appreciates Mrs. Searcy's concern very much. This has been an ongoing thing for the past twenty years. Just within the past two to three years, we have finally gotten funds to revitalize 10th Avenue, get better housing and have stronger code enforcement. Everything she has addressed is very valid. Improvements are being made in every possible way. Mrs. Searcy asked if the canal was included and Councilman Wright replied that he did not know if there is very much we can do about that. Mr. Cheney added that a portion of the canal is under the South Florida Drainage System, over which we have very little control and there is the continual chang- ing situation of alternating high and low water. He is meet- ing this week with the South Florida Water Management people, who are concerned about the fishing and would like to see it eliminated in some areas. A lot of that can~ is under the South Florida Water Management or is private land. He is not sure what our solution is. Mayor Warnke added that the City has not been blind to all these problems and have been working on it. Mrs. Searcy referred to school being out last week and stated she was very disturbed to see a group of young boy scouts come past her house with sticks. It is deplorable today with young people wanting to express themselves that way. She wants to ask the Mayor and Council to go to the Chamber of Commerce to help these young kids be better citizens. She loves this neighborhood. She hopes the City of Boynton Beach will address itself to this community for these young folks. Councilman Wright commented that the boy scouts might be a new troup just formed at his church and he will work with them. Mr. Nathaniel McGrady came before the Council. Mr. Cheney asked if'his appearance had anything to do with his employ- ment with the City and Mr. McGrady replied affirmatively. Mr. Cheney stated that if he has a grievance, it is not appropriate to discuss with the Council this evening and Mr. Vance added that he concurs with the City Manager that there are procedures established to handle this matter. Mayor Warnke declared Mr. McGrady out of order. Councilman Wright added that Mr. Sullivan may be able to give him assistance and Mr. bIcGrady replied that he has spoken to Mr. Sullivan and his department head. Mr. Cheney stated there is a procedure and this is not the place to discuss this. Mr. McGrady referred to there being so many days to go through a grievance and he has been delayed. Councilman Wright suggested that he possibly obtain an attorney if he feels he is not getting fair treatment. MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL b~ETING BOYNT©N BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 ~. Art Fitzell, 337 S. W. 5th Avenue, referred to having a problem with his swale and driveway and advised there is a City drain at the end of his property with it being 1½ feet lower than the original swale. Now, unfortunately, his swale is down to the level of the drain and undermining the street. He thinks the engineering department looked at it about a month ago, but nothing has been done. About once a month, the City pumps sand out of the drain, but it would help to have sand put back in the swale area. Councilman deLong questioned if the City Manager has a record of this and Mr. Cheney replied negatively. Councilman deLong moved to turn this matter over to the City Manager to make a study of it for necessary relief if possible. Councilman Cassandra seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilman Wright added that he would like a report given on this at the next Council meeting. Councilman deLong asked if this was an amendment to his motion and Councilman Wright replied affirmatively. Mr. deLong then seconded t!his amendment. Mayor Warnke called for a vote on the amendment and it car- ried 5-0. A vote was then taken on the motion and was car- ried 5-0. Mr. Andy Marino, Chanteclair Villas, told about the residents spending $2,000 to put lights on their property and stated on the main street, Palmland Drive, there are only about three lights on the outskirts of the property. He would like to know if the City would help with putting lights along this street. Mayor Warnke asked if this is a City street and Mr. Marino replied affirmatively and continued that at the tennis court, there are six lights burning every night, but from Charter Drive to Palmland Drive, there are only two lights with about 700 feet in between with no lights. He feels they deserve a few lights on the main street. Council- man deLong agreed that lights are needed in this area. Councilman Cassandra referred to being a little concerned about this area and stated since it is undeveloped by Congress Avenue, he thinks the City Manager should see how much light would be required and if a City road, he should report the amount of costs for lights. Mr. Cassandra clari- fied that this was stated as a motion and Councilman deLong seconded the motion. Mr. Cheney advised this is the first time he has heard this request. Our standard policy has been when subdivisions are concerned about street lighting, we have Florida Power & Light Co. do a lighting study and the normal procedure is if we believe the study is reason- able, we authorize the installation of lights and we pay a monthly fee covering the cost of energy and equipment. By having Florida Power & Light Co. do the study, we will be following City standard. He can bring a report back to the CoUncil, but an answer probably won't be received from FPL for about four to six weeks. Mayor Warnke clarified that the motion is to refer this to the City Manager to have a study made to possibly improve this according to City stan- dards. Motion carried 5-0. -4- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 CONSENT AGENDA Bids Bid for TV Seal Truck - Utilities Mr. Cheney concurs with the recommendation that this bid be awarded to Cues Corporation in the amount of $87,000, in spite of the fact that it is $4,222 higher than the low bidder. The specific justification contained in the March 11, 1983, memorandum from Mark Law to Bill Sullivan fully supports the approval of the Cues Corporation bid because of deviations from specifications and because of the poten- tial savings in operating costs that are identified. Woolbright Repump Station Irriqation - Parks The Tabulation Committee recommends awarding the bid to Aquamatic Sprinkler, Boca Raton, Florida, in the amount of $1,908. One National 84" Reel Mower or Equal - Parks The Tabulation Committee recommends awarding the bid to Debra Turf Equipment Company, Hollywood, Florida, in the amount of $5,580 for the alternate bid covering a demonstrator unit. One Barber Surf Rake as manufactured by H. Barber & Sons, Inc. or equal - Parks The Tabulation Committee recommends awarding the Bid to H. Barber & Sons, Inc., Bridgeport, Connecticut, in the amount of $10,000. One Cushman Quick Aerator or equal - Parks The Tabulation Committee recommends awarding the bid to Debra Turf Equipment Company, Hollywood, Florida, in the amount of $2,282. Construction of Pump Station and Force Main, San Castle & St. Andrews, Part A - Pump Station RG-1 Mr. Cessna concurs with the recommendation of Russell & Axon for a tentative award to R. J. Sullivan subject to EPA approval. Change Orders Change Order No. 1 - Reynolds-Mason Contract & E. N. Murray Contract - R & A Project 626-681-60 Part A Mr. Cheney recommends this change order be approved so that construction on these six new wells and related piping can proceed now that the easements have been obtained. MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 Change Order No. 1 - Perrson Drilling Corporation - Test Well Program - R & A Project 626-681-68 Mr. Cheney recommends approval which results in the lowering of the original in fact amount by approximately $10,000. Change Order No. 1 - Woodruff & Sons, Inc. - Santaluces Community High School - R & A Project 626-681-65-3 Mr. Cheney recommends the City Council concur with these formal change orders, which result from work previously authorized. Request authorization to dispose of Building Plans and Specifications - Building Department Based on disposal authorization from the State of Florida, Division of Archives, Mr. Howell requests approval to destroy building permits with attachments, finaled as of 12/14/82 - 1980, 1981, 1982 through 12/14/82. Approve request to retain office trailer on future site at 520 East Industrial Avenue - Mid-Florida Plumbing Mr. Howell recommends that permission be granted for this request for a maximum period of one year. Councilman deLong moved to approve the City Manager's pro- posed consent agenda, Bids 1-5, Change Orders 1-3, Items C and D, with the transfer of funds to compensate to pay for the higher bid and the memos regarding the bids to be- come part of the public record. Councilman Cassandra seconded the motion. Under discussion, Mr. Cassandra re- ferred to the bid involving the National 84" reel mower and stated he knows the recommendation was for a demonstra- tor unit and asked if we still get the same warranties on this unit as on a new unit and Mr. Cheney replied affirma- tively. Councilman deLong referred to the first change order involving the gravel packing of wells and asked if we are going to do this with all future wells and Mr. Cheney explained that these six will be and probably all future wells. Motion carried 5-0. BIDS NONE PUBLIC HEARING NONE -6- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA DEVELOPMENT PLANS APRIL 5, 1983 Request approval of six month extension - Cook Complex, located on the north side of S. W. 35th Avenue Councilman deLong referred to there being ample reasons why this extension was necessary and moved to grant this request. Councilman Wright seconded the motion. No dis- cussion. Motion carried 5-0. Review request for abandonment of a portion of Knuth Road Right-of-Way 5~. Cheney announced the City Planner will discuss this and we have a map to help explain why we take the position to not abandon Knuth Road. Mr. Annunziato referred to the graphic and pointed out the thoroughfares serving the Boynton Beach area. He explained how Knuth Road would be an additional north/south collector street with access for developments in that area. There are discussions currently with the developers to enhance this right-of-way. To abandon it, would be shortsighted based on relieving traffic from Congress Avenue in the future. Mayor Warnke commented that he thinks Mr. Cheney's letter to Mr. Kurtis is very self-explanatory and he supports his views. Councilman deLong moved to support the recommendations given by both the City Manager and City Planner opposing the aban- donment of the Knuth Road right-of-way. Vice Mayor Zimmerman seconded the motion. No discussion. Motion carried 5-0. LEGAL Ordinances - 2nd Reading - Public Hearing NONE Ordinances - 1st Reading Proposed Ordinance No. 83-10 - Re: Limiting Garage Sales Mr. Vance referred to this being requested by the Council about two meetings ago and stated it relates to garage sales in the City of Boynton Beach. This has become a problem in a lot of communities over the past few years. He believes the ordinance is self-explanatory, but there are a few blanks. The amount of the permit fee - typically the fee he has observed in other ordinances is $5.00. It varies from one to two regarding the number of permits permitted. He would suggest before reading that the Council might want to consider what they want. Councilman deLong suggested that -7- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 he make a recommendation and Mr. Vance replied that the typi- cal permit fee has been $5.00 in the ordinances he has re- viewed and it is split between allowing one and two permits per year. Mayor Warnke commented that since this is involved and concerns a lot of people, he believes we should study it. Councilman deLong moved to place this question on the table, seconded by Councilman Wright. Under discussion, Mr. Wright requested Mr. Vance to submit some reference materials regard- ing what other cities use these. Motion carried 5-0. Proposed Ordinance No. 83-11 - Re: Amend Section 18 - Article III, Chapter 18, Pensions and Retirement for Police Officers Mr. Vance read proposed Ordinance No. 83-11 by title: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING SECTION 18-166(b) INVESTMENTS, ARTICLE III, PENSIONS FOR POLICE OFFICERS, CHAPTER 18, PENSIONS AND RETIREMENT; PROVIDING A REPEAL CLAUSE; PROVIDING AUTHORITY TO CODIFY; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. Councilman deLong moved the adoption of proposed Ordinance No. 83-11 on first reading only, seconded by Vice Mayor Zimmerman. No discussion. Mrs. Boroni took a roll call vote on the motion as follows: Councilman Cassandra Councilman deLong Councilman Wright Mayor Warnke Vice Mayor Zin~erman - Aye - Aye - Aye - Aye - Aye Motion carried 5-0. Proposed Ordinance No. 83-12 - Re: Desiqnating Fire Lanes Mr. Vance read proposed Ordinance No. 83-12 by title: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 5, ARTICLE X, SECTION 5-141(m) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, TO PROVIDE THAT ALL FIRE LANES SHALL BE CLEARLY MARKED WITH STRIPING AND SIGNS READING "FIRE LANE - NO PARKING"; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, A CONFLICT CLAUSE, AUTHORITY TO CODIFY, AND EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. -8- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 Councilman Wright moved for adoption of proposed Ordinance No. 83-12 on first reading, seconded by Councilman deLong. Under discussion, Mayor Warnke referred to 15,000 square feet being an approximate 125 x 125 building and stated he would like more information from the City Attorney. Small shopping centers depend heavily on parking towards the front and this would wipe that out. Mr. Vance informed him that all fire lanes would have to be marked when the structures come under this and there would be no grandfathering. Councilman deLong added that if it is not marked "Fire Lane", then it cannot be enforced. Mr. Vance clarified that this requires fire lanes for all shopping centers, retail office complexes and retail establishmens for which the gross floor area of all buildings is 15,000 square feet or greater and shall have fire lanes along .the front of all buildings which shall allow efficient access to the fronts of buildings by fire protection vehicles. This did not originate with the City Attorney's office, but came from the Fire Department. Mr. Cheney stated that this comes out of the desire to put some precaution into parking which takes place in front of shopping centers. If there is a fire in a shopping center, you cannot get to it. He noted some shopping centers with problems and others without. Mayor Warnke requested Mr. Annunziato to comment. Mr. Annunziato stated this is a modification to the parking ordinance which is applicable to new construction or modi- fication of existing construction. If there are no modifi- cations, they will not have to change unless changing the square footage. Mayor Warnke remarked that there are many little shoppi~ centers which depend on door-to-door parking. Mr. Cheney clarified that this would only apply to new or expanding developments; it would not apply to those existing. Councilman deLong commented that he believes this ordinance needs more study and Mayor. Warnke agreed there could be better wording. Mr. Vance suggested solving the problem with an amendment to the building code by concurring with Mr. Annunziato that it would apply to new construction or if an existing center is revised. There was further discus- sion on the effect on new and existing shopping centers. Mrs. Boroni then took a roll call vote on the motion as follows: Councilman deLong - Aye Councilman Wright - Aye Mayor Warnke - Aye Vice Mayor Zimmerman - Aye Councilman Cassandra - Aye Motion carried 5-0. -9- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA Resolutions Proposed Resolution No. 83- the Ocean Avenue Bridqe (State Road 804) APRIL 5, 1983 Re: Opposing the relocation of TABLED (This will remain on the table until after a City Council Workshop scheduled for April 28, 1983, at 7:30 P. M. in the Council Chambers) Proposed Resolution No. 83-Q - Re: Designating those authorized to sign checks, vouchers, withdrawal slips, etc. ~. Vance read proposed Resolution No. 83-Q by title: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, DESIGNATING AUTHORIZED INDIVIDUALS TO PREPARE, SIGN AND COUNTERSIGN CHECKS, VOUCHERS AND WITHDRAWAL SLIPS DRAWN ON CITY DEPOSITORIES. Councilman deLong moved the adoption of proposed Resolution No. 83-Q, seconded by Vice Mayor Zimmerman. No discussion. Mrs. Boroni took a roll call vote on the motion as follows: Councilman Wright - Aye Mayor Warnke - Aye Vice Mayor Zimmerman - Aye Councilman Cassandra - Aye Councilman deLong - Aye Motion carried 5-0. Proposed Resolution No. 83-R - Re: Requesting Legislature to take action relative to Building Officials and Sovereign Immunity Mr. Vance read proposed Resolution No. 83-R by title: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, REQUESTING THE LEGISLATURE TO TAKE ACTION RELATIVE TO BUILDING OFFICIALS AND SOVEREIGN IMMUNITY. Councilman deLong moved the adoption of proposed Resolution No. 83-R, seconded by Vice Mayor Zimmerman. No discussion. Mrs. Boroni took a roll call vote on the motion as follows: Mayor Warnke - Aye Vice Mayor Zimmerman - Aye Councilman Cassandra - Aye Councilman deLong - Aye Councilman Wright - Aye Motion carried 5-0. -10- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA Other APRIL 5, 1983 Consider Approval of Centel Cable TV Franchise - Leisureville Section 10 Mr. Vance stated in line with the comments contained in the City Manager's memo of April 5, he reviewed the application. It appears to be complete, but they will need a bond at the time they come in to finalize. Councilman deLong stated the only complaints he has received regards the indemnity not being lived up to. The people who have been receiving service have been complaining. Councilman Cassandra stated that he also received some ques- tions from some of the Section 10 residents. There are some concerns about the franchise request. Mr. Cheney clarified that Centel has not had a cable franchise in Boynton Beach, so we have not had experience with them. Our cable franchise is not exclusive, so we can grant another franchise. Without granting this franchise, Section 10 or any group would not have any freedom, other than to purchase from Group W. If this is granted, it does not mean they will serve Section 10, but the Board of Directors of Section 10 can do as they wish. He believes the City Council would not want to get in the middle of whether Section 10 wants Group W or Centel. By not granting this franchise, it limits the people from having that option. A representative from the company is present. Councilman deLong clarified that he is concerned about the people receiving service now and Mr. Cheney informed him that this company is not serving Boynton Beach and it is his understanding that Group W has not been able to get easements in the private land in Section 10 and that is why there is no service. He understands there is no cable TV in Section 10 of Leisureville. Mr. deLong clarified that he was talking about the entire city as people are dissatisfied with the indemnity created by these companies. If we are going into something like this with another company, a pro- vision should be included with certain requirements if damage results. Mr. Cheney stated that he has not heard any com- plaints about damage. Mr. deLong asked if an indemnity clause could be included and Mr. Vance cited a recent Supreme Court case and added that the FCC has primary control over these operations. However, we cannot grant an exclusive ~'ranchise for cable operations. Mr. deLong referred to damage being done to people's property during installation of the cable and asked if an indemnity clause would cover it and Mr. Vance replied that he does not think this is some- thing we can handle in a franchise situation; it would be up to the condominium unit when granting a company permission to come in. -11- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 Mayor Warnke questioned whether a franchise should be granted and Mr. Vance informed him that a franchise can be granted, but we cannot grant an exclusive franchise. Mr. Cheney added that Group W, from the city's point of view can go in there now. ' Councilman deLong clarified that it was the City Attorney's opinion that we cannot include a damage clause and Mr. Vance agreed. Mr. deLong clarified that we cannot protect the public with a damage clause and the City Attorney has ruled legally "no". Mr. Cheney added that the people can protect themselves when giving an operator permission to go on their property. Mr. Cassandra clarified that what we give them is permission to run wires over our City streets and Mr. Cheney agreed and to operate in the City. Mr. Cassandra clarified that anything happening on private property would be the responsibility of citizens living in that area and Mr. Cheney agreed. Mr. Zimmerman questioned if the company would have the right to use the utility easements and Mr. Cheney replied affirmatively if it is a public easemenu, but if it belongs to the electric or telephone company, permission will have to be obtained from them. Most of the easements are multi- purpose easements. Mr. Phil Light, representing Centel, came before the Council and stated to alleviate Councilman deLong's concerns, the ordinance does provide for a surety bond to be placed with the City. He then told about the history of the Centel Cor- poration and their experience in various communities. He continued that to assure those people present from Section 10, this proposal is subject to ratification from the Board of Directors of Leisureville. They came here first to get the City's permission and then will request the Board's permission. They would be serving Leisureville out of their existing system in the Village of Golf. They need permission to attach to poles owned by Florida Power & Light Co. but must get the franchise agreement from the City first. There are some streets in Leisureville controlled by the City also. Vice Mayor Zimmerman questioned how long they had been giving service to the Village of Golf and Delray Dunes and Mr. Light told about the service becoming operational in the fall of 1982. Mr. Zimmerman asked if they had made a survey in Section 10 as to how many solid subscribers they would have and Mr. Light replied there are approximately 178 homes and they will make a proposal to them. They are hoping to receive at least 35 to 45% of these people. They have done some preliminary work looking at properties and how the proposed system would be built. Mr. Zimmerman clarified that they have not made a survey or poll of any kind and Mr. Light agreed they had not done that physically or through the mail. Through their -12- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 experience, they will get a certain percentage with so many homes and they are willing to take that risk. Mr. Zimmerman asked if they had contacted the association for their appro- val and Mr. Light replied that they have talked to two gen- tlemen from the association, but must get the franchise from the City first. Councilman Cassandra clarified that the same dish from the Village of Golf will have the same channels, but they will just have amplifiers and Mr. Light agreed. ~. Cassandra asked if the wires would be put on poles and Mr. Light re- plied affirmatively. Mr. Cassandra asked if it would be underground in Leisureville and Mr. Light replied that it will be on poles until 23rd Avenue and Congress and then will go underground. Councilman deLong moved to approve the Centel Cable TV franchise, seconded by Councilman Cassandra. Under discus- sion, Mr. Cheney questioned if an ordinance would be neces- sary and Mr. Vance replied affirmatively. Mr. Cheney clari- fied that the Council's vote in essence will be to have the ordinance prepared. As requested, Mrs. Boroni then took a roll call vote on the motion as follows: Vice Mayor Zimmerman - Aye Councilman Cassandra - Aye Councilman deLong - Aye Councilman Wright - Aye Mayor Warnke - Aye Motion carried 5-0. Approve Water Service Agreement - Lions Club - Boynton Beach Boulevard west of Knuth Road ~Mr. Cheney informed the Council the recOmmendation is to approve this agreement, so they will have water service and can expand the building. They cannot annex since they are not contiguous. Councilman deLong moved to grant approval and execute the agreement, seconded by Councilman Cassandra. No discussion. Motion. carried 5-0. OLD BUSINESS Review recommendation from Police Pension Board concerning giving credit for Police Auxiliary Time Mayor Warnke referred to Mr. Cheney requesting this item to be deleted and Councilman deLong asked if it was going to be presented again to the City Council and Mr. Cheney replied affirmatively that it will be on the next agenda with a report. -13- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 NEW BUSINESS Appointment to City Boards and Committees Mayor Warnke referred to there being about fifteen City Boards consisting of about 120 volunteer citizens and stated without the Boards, the community would be in a bind. The City needs continual support of dedicated volun- teers. Many people have the mistaken belief that the City Council only puts friends and supporters on the Boards. This is not so and we are always looking for more volun- teers. If anyone feels they would like to serve on any of the fifteen Boards, please let us know. He knows there is talent and expertise going to waste. Please feel free to call any member of the City Council or the City Clerk. Councilman deLong moved to open appointments for City Boards and Committees, seconded by Vice Mayor Zimmerman. Motion carried 5-0. Appointments to Board of Adjustment Mayor Warnke recommended leaving the membership of the Board of Adjustment as constituted consisting of George Ampol, Robert Gordon, George Mearns, Joseph Moore, Paul Slavin, Vernon Thompson, Jr., Harold Weinberg, and alternates Lillian Artis and Leo Grossbard. Vice Mayor Zimmerman so moved, seconded by Councilman Cassandra. Mayor Warnke ascertained there were no further nominations and declared nominations closed. Vice Mayor Zimmerman moved for these appointments to be made by acclamation of the Council, seconded by Councilman Cassandra. Motion carried 5-0. Appointments to Building Board of Adjustment & Appeals Mayor Warnke recommended continuing with the present Board consisting of Ward Cummings, Robert Olenik, Oris Walker, Lester E. Ward, Arthur Williams and alternates: Kenneth M. Hutchinson and J. Cameron Thurber. Vice Mayor Zimmerman so moved, seconded by Councilman Wright. Mayor Warnke ascer- tained there were no further nominations. Vice ~yor Zimmerman moved that nominations be closed, seconded by Councilman Cassandra. Mayor Warnke called for a vote on the recommendations and the vote was 5-0 in favor. Appointments to Cemetery Board b~yor Warnke referred to being sad about the passing away of Mrs. Bertha Chadwell and the resignation of Mrs. Mary Barton, but recommended continuing with the remaining members: Basil Camilot, L. Don Combs, Edgar D. Hurford, and Tereesa Padgett. He recommended moving Mr. Donald Sloan to a regu- lar member, which leaves an alternate position open. -14- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 Councilman Wright nominated ~s. Myra Jones as an alternate to replace Mr. Sloan. He added that she is a resident school teacher and submitted a resume. Councilman Cassandra referred to this Board being given staggered terms and Mr. Vance re- plied that %here is a slight problem as the ordinance takes effect ten days after adoption and it was adopted last night. Councilman deLong suggested making the appointments effective then. Councilman Cassandra made a motion for staggered terms for these Board members as follows: Edgar D. Hurford - 3 year term L. Don Combs - 2 year term Basil Camilot - 1 year term Tereesa Padgett - 2 year term Donald Sloan - 1 year term Myra Jones, Alternate - 1 year term Vice Mayor Zimmerman seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilman deLong stated he thought the Council would appoint Tereesa Padgett as a permanent member of the Cemetery Board and Mr. Cheney informed him that the ordinance does not allow the Council to make a permanent appointment. Councilman deLong suggested that the ordinance could be amended. Mayor Warnke clarified that according to the motion, M~s. Padgett will be appointed for a two year term. Councilman deLong stated that he thinks the ordinance could be amended to .pro- vide for a permanent recommendation and he thinks Mrs. Padgett is a valuable member. Vice Mayor Zimmerman suggested proceed- ing and amending the ordinance later. Councilman Cassandra moved to close nominations, seconded by Vice Mayor Zimmerman. Motion carried 5-0. Mayor Warnke called for a vote of the nominations as presented and the vote was 5-0 in favor. Councilman deLong moved to instruct the City Attorney to come up wit~ an amendment to the ordinance to make Tereesa Padget% a permanent member as he thinks it is appropriate after all her years of service. Vice Mayor Zimmerman seconded the motion to see what the City Attorney comes up with. As requested, Mrs. Boroni then tOok a roll call vote on the motion as follows: Councilman Cassandra - Aye Councilman deLong - Aye Councilman Wright - Nay Mayor Warnke - Aye Vice Mayor Zimmerman - Aye Motion carried 4-1. -15- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 Councilman Cassandra clarified that all this motion covers is that the City Attorney will put together an amendment and Mr. Vance clarified that it will be an ordinance amend- ing the existing ordinance. Mr. Cassandra stated after that, consideration can be given as to whom to put in that perman- ent position. Councilman Wright stated that he does not think it is needed. Appointments to Civil Service Board Mayor Warnke announced that all these appointments are made in January. Appointments to the Board of Trustees, Employees' Pension Plan Mayor Warnke recommended that Elizabeth Todd and Leon B. Himelfarb continue. Vice Mayor Zimmerman so nominated, seconded by Councilman Wright. Vice Mayor Zimmerman moved that nominations be closed, seconded by Councilman Cassandra. MayOr Warnke called for a vote of these nominations and the vote was 5-0 in favor. Appointments to Codes Enforcement Board Mayor Warnke recommended continuing with and Mr. Cheney advised that appointments not made until September. the present Board to this Board are Appointments to Community Appearance Board Mayor Warnke referred to only one term expiring, that of Mr. Chauncey Buck. He stated that Mrs. Kathleen Deneen has indicated sh~ would like to go off this Board and he recom- mends moving Mr. Buck to a regular member and Mr. Charles Mucciolo as ~n alternate member. Councilman deLong commented that P~. Buck should have been moved up a long time ago as he was one oli the original members. Also, he thinks Mr. Meyer Rubin I:.hould be dropped as he is moving to Delray Beach. Mayo~' Warnke stated that he did not see a resigna- tion from Mr. Rubin and Mr. Cheney added that Mr. Rubin's term doesn't expire until April, 1985. Mayor Warnke stated that he would like to hear from Mr. Rubin personally. Mr. Cheney clarified that the recommended action was for Mr. Buck to replace Mrs. Deneen and for Mr. Mucciolo to replace Mr. Buck. Mayor Warnke clarified that Mr. Mucciolo has sub- mitted a resume and he would serve a three year term and Mr. Buck would fulfill the balance of Mrs. Deneen's term. Councilman deLong moved to approve these recommendations, seconded by Mr. Zimmerman. Councilman Cassandra moved to close nominations, seconded by Mr. Zimmerman. Mayor Warnke called for a vote on these nominations and the vote was 5-0 in favor. -16- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 Appointments to Community Relations Board Mayor Warnke recommended appointing Philip Berkowitz, A1 Bruder, Blanche Girtman, Gloria Skinner, John R. Stripling, and Daniel White. He recommends deleting Carnell Johnson, since he only attended three meetings, and replacing with Julius Jacobs. Councilman Wright stated he would like to see this Board expanded by allowing each CoUncil person to recommend people from each district to get the Board working smoothly. Councilman deLong replied that we went through that last year and it was felt the Board was too unwieldy with twelve members. Councilman Wright continued that from reading the Board's minutes, they feel they need more members. Council- man deLong stated that he feels seven members are sufficient. Councilman Wright suggested possibly looking into this in the future to allow people from all districts to serve on this Board. Councilman deLong pointed out that we have five dis- tricts and with seven members, there is one from each district and when you have more than seven people on a Board, it is unwieldy. Councilman Wright disagreed and stated it should be looked into in the future. Councilman deLong moved to leave the Board remain at the present membership and this can be looked into in the future if it is felt it should be expanded. Vice Mayor Zimmerman seconded the motion and the motion carried 4-1 with Councilman Wright voting negatively. Vice Mayor Zimmerman moved that nominations be closed, seconded by Councilman Cassandra. Mayor Warnke called for a vote on the nominations and the vote was 5-0 in favor. Councilman Cassandra continued that if we go to a district concept on the COmmunity Relations Board, some people would have to be removed and Councilman Wright disagreed and stated that more should be added as with their type of projects, they need working people. Mayor Warnke agreed that the members of this Board are hard working and have to do with many projects. Appointments to the Library Board Mayor Warnke r~commended keeping Naomi Creason, Christine Edward, Sandra Lautenschlager, Emanuel Lubin, Martha Muschella and ~nthony DiSarli. Also, deleting Rubie Mack and replacing her with Kathleen Deneen. Councilman Wright asked if anyone had checked with Rubie Mack to see if she desired to serve any more and Mayor Warnke replied nega- tively, but he did check her attendance record. Councilman Wright poin'ted out that she had excused absences, but she is a working woman. Vice Mayor Zimmerman moved to accept these recommendations, seconded by Councilman deLong. Mayor Warnke called for a vote on the nominations and the vote was 4-1 with Councilman Wright dissenting. -17- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 Councilman deLong referred to getting into district appoint- men~s and stated the day will arrive when each Council member will come in with recommendations from their own district. Mayor Warnke informed him that Councilman Wright intends to bring this up at a future Council meeting. Councilman deLong added that as vacancies occur, the system could then be inau- gurated to take one ~from each district and he explained how this could be done. Vice Mayor Zimmerman asked if all Boards would be appointed under the districting situation and Councilman deLong replied that wasn't the intent now, but eventually it will happen and explained how able persons are available i'n all areas. Mayor Warnke stated there will be time to discuss this in the future. Appointments to the Planning & Zoning Board Mayor Warnke recommended keeping the present Board as consti- tuted with Lillian Bond, Ezell Hester, Ronald Linkous, Caesar Mauti, Simon Ryder, Robert Wandett, Garry Winter, and alter- nates: Stormet Norem and Douglas Sussman. Councilman deLong moved to accept these recommendations, seconded by Vice Mayor Zimmerman. Vice Mayor Zimmerman moved that nominations be closed, seconded by Councilman Cassandra. Mayor Warnke called for a vote on the nominations and the vote was 5-0 in favor. ~ppointments to the Recreation & Parks Board Mayor Warnke recommended keeping G. Don Fenton, Edward Harris, Dr. Patrick Shepard, Frank R. Stockton, Betty Thomas and Nathaniel Weinshel; and replacing Lee Grimes with Jeanne Combs. Councilman deLong moved to accept these nominations as presented, seconded by Mr. Zimmerman. Under discussion, Mr. Cheney referred to Mr. & Mrs. Combs possibly moving out of town and Mayor Warnke replied that he talked to Mrs. Combs yesterday and she expressed a desire to serve on this Board. Councilman deLong again referred to appointments being made by districts and stated it would seem the appropriate thing to do would be to amend the ordinances which would be in con- flict with district appointments and he thinks everyone repre- senting a district should have a fair share of having their representatives ox the boards. Councilman Wright agreed. Mayor Warnke stated that he is looking forward to this discus- sion when it is on the agenda. He then called for a vote on the nominations and the vote was 5--0 in favor. Councilman Cassandra asked if a person haS to reside as a resident of Boynton Beach to serve on a board and Mr. Vance replied that he would have to check on that according to which board. -18- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 Appointments to Municipal Firemen's ~ension~i~T~ust~Fund Board Mayor Warnke suggested keeping Lester W. Ackley on the Board. Vice Mayor Zimmerman so moved, seconded by Councilman deLong. Motion carried 5-0. Councilman deLong referred to receiving a communication from former Mayor Trauger pertaining to an inequity on the Pension Boards and read from the City Charter the following: "No officer or employee of the City may simultaneously be a member of two pension and retirement systems of the City, whether established by ordinance or by state law." Councilman~deLong continued that this is one of .~he~things under House Bill 1020 which can only be changed by referendum. Mr. Vance pointed out that it was stated "retirement systems" and not boards. There is a distinction between being a member of the system and sitting on the board. Councilman deLong clarified that he meant receiving benefits and Mr. Vance agreed and explained. Appointments to Municipal Police Officers-' Pension Trust Fund Boar~ Mayor Warnke recommended keeping Ralph Diaz. Councilman deLong so moved, seconded by Mr. Zimmerman. Under discussion, Mr. Wright referred to Mr. Robert Foot being interested in this and Councilm~n deLong replied that Mr. Diaz is doing a good job and with the other Boards, we have continued with the members being satisfied with their services and he feels we should do thc same on this Board. Mr. deLong moved to accept the recommendation of the Mayor, seconded by b~. Zimmerman. Motion carrild 5-0. Appointments to Community Redevelopment Agency Mayor Warnke commented that this Agency is doing a terrific job. Counci%man Wright stated he would like to see some changes when appointments are made next month.. Councilman Cassandra suggested that those people who were extended should receive a letter from the City for their well done. not job Consider recQmmendations for Golf Course Operational Staffing and approve "Initial Hirinq" 5~yor Warnke announced that Mr. Cheney recommended postponing this until the meeting of April 19. Councilman deLong moved to lay this question on the table, seconded by Vice Mayor Zimmerman. Motion carried 5-0. -19- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 Councilman Cassandra stated he thought a decision was to be made on April 19, but it should be discussed now. He thinks the City Manager should tell what his original inten- tions were. Mr. Cheney referred to submitting his recommen- dation and stated the Council may want to discuss it. He wants to hold this over to April 19, so he can tell the Golf Advisory Committee what is being proposed. Councilman Cassandra stated that he has some questions and doesn't want to wait until April 19. Councilman deLong made a motion to reconsider the question, seconded by Councilman Wright. Motion carried 5-0. Councilman Cassandra stated that he has some very strong con- cerns and reservations on this structure. Is the contract services block a functional block or would there be a person in that block? Mr. Cheney replied negatively and in fact, the possibility of two people there may not take place. We may have a snack bar operator who would be directly respon- sible to the general manager of the Golf Course. Those kinds of decisions.have not been specifically made. We probably won't make the decision until hiring a golf course manager and have ~him consider this. That qUestion is down the road. This is a functional block. Councilman Cassandra referred to the previous Council taking a terrific beating on this Golf Course issue as far as being self-sufficient versus taxes and who is going to pay it. This Council must make sure we will not fall on our faces because we have signed a 20 year bond. Mr. Cassandra continued that he feels the golf course manager should not report to the Parks & Recreation Director, but should report directly to the City Manager and the expendi- tures and revenues should be separate, so there will not be calls later on that city money is being used. He knows city money has been used to pay architecture and city forces used to build the golf course. He heard Mr. Frederick state that certain projects had to be given up because of golf course priorities. He thinks this should be a separate priority. He thinks Mr. Frederick is doing a great job. However, why should a man having t'he capabilities of a director report to a director? He thinks he should report to the City Manager. There should'be a separate identity. Everyone has said it will be self-sufficient, so let's give it a chance. A golf course manager should demand more than a golf course superin- tendent according to the specific requirements. He thinks there should be more consideration in the pay structure. Councilman deLong stated that the upfront money which was loaned to the efforts of getting the golf course on the road was paid back out of the revenue certificate issue and Mr. Cheney agreed that it has been paid back. -20- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 Councilman deLong commented that he agrees partially with some of the things said. Maybe we need some input concern- ing the operation of other golf courses. We should make a comparison with the recommendations we have received. Councilman Wright agreed that it should be given study. How- ever, he doesn't know if the City Manager should have to take on more responsibility if we have a competent Recreation Director. It seems some members on the committee have the expertise, but he doesn't believe they have studied this. Perhaps, we could have a special meeting and discuss this in length with them. Councilman deLong moved to have the City Manager get some input for the Council to digest as far as how other golf courses in the area are functioning. Mr. Cheney informed him that the recommendation was reached by checking other places. They have discovered probably as many systems as there are varieties of communities. They have looked at other places to see how they fit into our own system of operating and system of people. Mr. Cheney then clarified that he doesn't want it left that we are using city money to pay for the golf course. We used city money initially to do the economic study to justify the golf course and agreed it was upfront money for the research project. That money has been paid back. The money advanced to the architect has been paid back. The money spent for the golf course comes out of the bond issue. We are not using city money. Councilman Cassandra stated he had a difficult time trying to locate it in the financial report. Once this is decided, we will have to live with it. He agrees a decision should be made April 19 after thinking about it. He is concerned about there being a separate salary for those people working on the golf course. He could not find that. He looked for the charges for man hours put into that effort. Mr. Cheney questioned what effort he was referring to and ~. Cassandra replied that he was under the impression that city employees worked at the golf course. Mr. Cheney clarified that no city employees are directly working on the golf course, but we did design the clubhouse. Councilman deLong asked if there was a target date for hiring these people and is there sufficient time that this could be tabled so we could get input regarding different golf courses operating in the black? Mayor Warnke agreed that if we have a good golf course mana- ger and the proper type person, all he would have to do is give his reports to the City Manager. Mr. Cheney replied -21- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 that is easily said, but is not done that way. Mayor Warnke referred to this being his decision and ~f~. Cheney replied this is his recommendation and with having twelVe to thirteen departments, it is more than adequate. The level of a manager of this golf course is Grade 34. There are a lot of good people in the recreation industry not making much money and he knows we can hire people in this price range. This man would be responsible for the operation with 70,000 rounds of golf per year. This manager is not an idle position, but an important position. It may look like the job description is close, but if we were to hire a Recreation Director with years of experience, it would be much greater. He suggests taking a couple of meetings to discuss this. He explained how he felt the golf course could be handled very well by the Recrea- tion Department. Councilman deLong commented that he thinks this is an item which is a very deep concern of every member of the Council. He realizes Mr. Cassandra is on the right track. He told about a case where a municipality was dissolved with not being able to pay back their indebtedness. Vice Mayor Zimmerman stated that he thinks Mr. Cassandra wants it boiled down whether the cost allocation of expenses of Mr. Frederick's which is spent on the golf course time can be charged against the golf course. ~. Cheney advised that when getting into the operation of the golf course, we will have an administrative charge and he explained how this could be done on a per hour basis or with an administrative charge. We certainly will take some figure, which we all agree on, for administrative overhead. This will be done. In the future, if we decide to maintain the clubhouse with building maintenance personnel, we might charge the number of hours they work there to the golf course. Mayor Warnke clarified that after meeting with the Golf Course Committee on April 11, he will have more information for the Council on April 19 and Mr. Cheney replied affirmatively. Councilman Wright referred to it being better to take a cer- tain percentage rather than work hours and Mr. Cheney in- formed him that we will take each hOur as long as it can be identified. It will be easier for people working by the hour. His time cannot be costed into reasonable hour allocation. Councilman Cassandra stated since he raised this, he would like to close it up. All he wanted to make sure of was that he would know the cost and expenditures and revenue of the golf course. He is still concerned about the block. He would like to close this and discuss it further on April 19. -22- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 Councilman deLong moved to postpone this until April 19, seconded by Vice Mayor Zimmerman. Motion carried 5-0. ADMINISTRATIVE Consider appointing two alternate members to Boynton Beach Housinq Authority TABLED Councilman Cassandra questioned if these members should represent the districts and Councilman Wright replied that he is not sure where these people live, but he thinks it is a representative group of the City. He thinks the members may know some citizens who may be interested and we~sh~uld check with 5~. Kloster. Councilman deLong moved to'let this question remain on the table, seconded by Vice Mayor Zimmerman. Motion carried 5-0. Review and approve Preliminary Resurfacing Project List - 1983 (Postponed from March 15,~ 1983 City Council Meeting) ~. Cheney explained the map showing the streets and inter- sections proposed for resurfacing and also an overlay show- ing the streets which have been resurfaced in· the last four to five years. There has been a lot of work done and there still is a lot of work to be done, but we are making progress. We are developing a planned program. There are projects spread throughout the City. Councilman Cassandra referred to 22nd Avenue and Mr. Cheney suggested allocating money for this, but waiting until the heavy truck traffic is reduced to Motorola and the mall be- fore resurfacing. Mayor Warnke clarified that 22nd Avenue is a wholly owned street of the City and Mr. Cheney informed him that it is our responsibility. Councilman Wright referred to N. E. 14th Avenue at the inter- section of Seacrest Boulevard and stated it is bad in that area. Mr. Cheney agreed there are a lot of bad areas, but if it is thought some are worse than those on this list, please let him know. Councilman Wright requested this inter- section to be added. Mr. Cheney advised that this type of project is paid for by the ton. This has been estimated by Tom Clark and may not get all done if more tonnage is needed than estimated. Councilman deLong commented that he believes the appropriate way to do it would be in the area concerned and Mr. Cheney replied that he hopes when moving into districting that each area isn't going to be measured. The whole City is being covered because the need is for the whole City. -23- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 Councilman deLong stated that this has been studied and the people who made the study and made the recommendation are in a better position to make the proposals than the Council. Councilman Wright agreed there are good recommendations, but if extra money is left, the area he mentioned should be taken care of. Vice Mayor Zimmerman added that another one to be added if money is available is the extension of work recently done on Ocean DriVe from 18th Street west to Congress Avenue. Mr. Cheney clarified that the two additions are N. E. 14th Avenue and Ocean Drive. Vice Mayor Zimmerman added that Leisureville Boulevard is another short stretch from Ocean Drive north to Boynton Beach Boulevard which could be added. Councilman deLong added N. E. 15th Court along the railroad. Councilman Wright moved to approve this report from Tom Clark and the City Manager with noting the additions to be done if any funds are left. Vice Mayor Zimmerman seconded the motion. Under discussion, Vice Mayor Zimmerman commented that they have done a good job and Mayor Warnke complimented the City Manager. Councilman deLong added that there is nothing in the City which could not be cured, but only money is needed. Motion carried 5-0. Review of modifications to Wells 15 and 16 Mayor Warnke referred to this being a serious problem and stated the staff has made a good review. Councilman deLong referred to everyone having had sufficient time to review this and moved to approve the recommendations forwarded to the City Council. Councilman Cassandra seconded the motion. Mayor Warnke clarified that the motion was to hire Geraghty- Miller to do the necessary work. Councilman Cassandra referred to the newscast saying we will have a water shortage because two of our main pumps were shut down and Mr. Cheney replied that we did get this proposal and we think it is important to have a firm like this work with us as we proceed because of their expertise. Russell & Axon has also made this recommendation. We would like to have this independent firm come in and meet with us. If we have any problems in a well, we would like to have an independent firm confirm if there are or are not problems. We want to be sure of identifying the problems. Mayor Warnke asked if 5~. Cessna cared to comment and Mr. Cessna stated that as far as water is concerned, the wells can be run; but because of the sand, if run extensively, it could damage the pumps. They are in there for reserves. The engineers indicated they could find out what the problem is within four weeks. He does not anticipate a water short- age because of this problem, but it needs to be addressed immediately. -24- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 Mr. Cheney told about the preventative maintenance program increasing the capacity of wells. Also, with the large million gallon storage tank for reserve, we have a better chance to rest the wells and pumps. The new wells will be gravel packed. It is more expensive, but obviously makes sense. Councilman Cassandra stated there is the possibility that after Geraghty-Miller investigates the wells, these wells may not be salvagable and Mr. Cheney agreed. Councilman Cassandra continued that we would have to address the building of more wells and Mr. Cheney informed him that we are identifying a new well field and we will have to re-analyse the need and capacity. If these wells go out, they probably will not be replaced except with a new water plant and new well field. Mr. Cessna added that the odds of these wells being totally lost are very slight. The worst would be to lose the effect of one well. Mayor Warnke stated that the motion is to hire Geraghty- Miller to go ahead with whatever is necessary. Motion car- ried 5-0. Consider operational outline for Summer Youth Employment Mr. Cheney announced that when we approved the revenue shar- ing portion of the current budget, as suggested by Mrs. Blanche Girtman and the Community Relations Board, we put in and approved $6,000 for the summer youth program. We attempted to expand that program into $18,000 with state community service trust fund money and tried to get match- lng money' from the Chamber, etc. However, the project was reviewed by the state and turned down because the nature of the program did not cover the amount of people they would like. Therefore, we are held at $6,000. Because this ori- ginal $6,000 came from the Community Relations Board, he asked Mrs. Girtman to meet with his office and make sugges- tions how she thought the program could work for the summer. Mrs. Girtman submitted the memo and is present to speak. Possibly it should be reviewed and solidified on April 19. Mrs. Girtman referred to thinking well of Mr. Cheney and stated she was called last week and asked to rewrite the proposal for the Summer Youth Employment Program. The previous copy was distributed last summer. The different proposals were acted on during the winter and as Mr. Cheney said, they were turned down. This memo was just finalized yesterday and she knows the Council has not had a chance to study it. She would like to summarize it and will answer any questions. -25- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 Mrs. Girtman read from the memo that the main purpose of this program is to provide jobs for students within the City limits of Boynton Beach during the summer months, who have difficulty in obtaining jobs on their own and to provide jobs for as many students as possible within the budget. Preference will be given to those students who: 1. Graduated from Atlantic, Santaluces, and Lake Worth High Schools. 2. Show a financial need. 3. Show acceptance in a college for the fall of 1983, or 4. Are attending college and need help to continue. Mrs. Girtman continued that the jobs will be of a community nature, worked out in conjunction with the City Manager's office. Specifically, jobs may be the following or any other suggestions pertaining to City services: life guards at the beach or Wilson Pool; secretarial, filing clerks; work with Recreation - group therapy with small group of children; Library; cleanup campaign, parks, playgrounds; helping super- vise playgrounds; public works; water plant. Mrs. Girtman stated that working with a $6,000 budget was and is difficult, but with the breakdown and clarification in the different areas, more students can be used. She was asked to decide how much to pay. She came up with the minimum wage because students are working all over town at the minimum wage. She thought of working with a 30 hour week because other businesses do that. She used a six week period as we just want to help them. ~s. Girtman stated the summer job term will be for six weeks, 30 hours a week at $3.67 per hour. To allow the maximum participants the following is submitted: 1 student - 30 hours times $3.67 = 110.10 times 6 weeks = Amount budgeted is $6,000 - $660.60 = 110.10 660.60 9.08 or 9 students The bottom line is that the nine students would cost $5,945.40. She would hate to see half a student being used and requests being given the other half to have ten students. That is not but $660 above $6,000 and ten students could work six weeks. That will help them meet costs. Only students living in Boynton Beac'h and attending college will be considered. She resubmits this request for the Council's consideration. She added that as Chairwoman of the Community Relations Board, it has been a pleasure to serve and she looks forward to again serving on the Board. -26- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 Councilman Wright referred to insurance and social security and Mr. Cheney informed him this would not be necessary for the summer. Councilman Wright asked how the ten students would be hired and Mrs. Girtman replied that she talked to Ms. Pulte and they are going to prepare applications and then they will meet with Mr. Sullivan on a Saturday~morning to review the applicants. It will also be advertised at the schools. Councilman Wright referred to possibly not having enough meet- ing the requirements and Mrs. Girtman replied that she was sure more than ten would apply. Mr. Wright questioned the difference between this program and the Urban League's Program and Mr. Sullivan explained the Urban League Program has been people from 14 to 21 years of age and there has only b~en one who was college bound. Councilman deLong referred to this being a well put together recommendation and moved to turn this over to the City Manager for his recOmmendation back to the City Council. Vice Mayor Zimmerman seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilman deLong clarified that he has studied this and has no objections, but wants to have input from the City Manager. Councilman Cassandra referred to having a total of ten students and Mr. deLong replied that would be according to the City Manager's recommendation. Mr. Cassandra questioned why the City Mana- ger should be put through two efforts and stated a ten student recommendation should be made if we can afford the extra $660. Mr. deLong stated that he wants a complete report from %he City ~nager. Mayor Warnke commented that he hopes the City can find the extra $660 somewhere. Councilman Wright added that he would like to see the kids given a meaningful job experience with good training. Mayor Warnke clarified that the motion is to refer the Summer Youth Employment issue back to the City Manager for his review and recommendations. Motion carried 5-0. Councilman Wright asked if the Youth in Government Program would be done this year and Mrs. Girtman replied that she wanted to do it, but time ran out. It is difficult to work with only seven people with some not attending meetings regu- larly. It will be on the Board's agenda for discussion this month. Mr. Cheney added that he hopes if the Community Rela- tions Board cannot find time to do that, we will find time to do it. He would like to do it annually. Mrs. Girtman stated that if it can't be arranged in this school year in May, they wOuld like to give it in October or November. Mr. Cheney added that by waiting until then, the seniors this year would be missed. -27- MINUTES - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 5, 1983 Report on issues raised by Robert Riley at the March 15, 1983 City Council Meetinq Mayor Warnke referred to a report having been submitted by the City Manager and Councilman deLong moved to accept this report and place on file. Vice Mayor Zinm~erman seconded the motion. Under discussion, Mayor Warnke commented that Miss Pulte did a beautiful job and Councilman Wright agreed. Mr. Wright asked if Mr. Riley had received a copy and Mr. Cheney informed him that he will send him one. Motion carried 5-0. ADJOURNMENT Councilman deLong moved to adjourn, seconded by Councilman Cassandra. Motion carried 5-0 and the meeting was properly adjourned at 10:15 P. M. CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA Vice Mayor Councilman Counc~man Recording ~ecretary (Three Tapes) -28-