Minutes 08-02-11
MINUTES OF THE CITY COMMISSION MEETING HELD IN THE
COMMISSION CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA,
AT 6:30 P.M., ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 2,2011
PRESENT:
Jose Rodriguez, Mayor
William Grlove, Vice Mayor
Woodrow L. Hay, Commissioner
Marlene Ross, Commissioner
Lori LaVerriere, Interim City Manager
James Cherof, City Attorney
Janet Prainito, City Clerk
ABSENT:
Steven Holzman, Commissioner
1. OPENINGS
A. Call to order - Mayor Jose Rodriguez
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Commissioner Ross
Mayor Rodriguez called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m. and offered the invocation.
Commissioner Ross led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
D. Agenda Approval:
1. Additions, Deletions, Corrections
Vice Mayor Grlove pulled Item 6.C for discussion and requested the addition of an item
under City Manager's Report regarding the change of hours at the Senior Center.
Commissioner Ross pulled Items 6.0 and 6.E. Mayor Rodriguez suggested the
transportation options under City Manager's Report be moved to Unfinished Business
so the public could have input.
Mayor Rodriguez announced Commissioner Holzman would not be available for the
meeting.
2. Adoption
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Motion
Commissioner Ross moved to adopt the agenda. Commissioner Hay seconded the
motion. The motion passed unanimously.
2. OTHER
A. Informational Items by Members of the City Commission
Commissioner Ross had attended the Sister Cities 10th anniversary reception and
recognized the Liaison from Qufu, China who was present. Commissioner Ross was
present for the Greater Boynton Beach Chamber of Commerce mixer and congratulated
Glenn Jergensen and his staff on a successful event. State Representative Lloyd
Berman was present at the grand re-opening of JC Penney, as well as Commissioner
Ross.
Vice Mayor Orlove had attended the Sister Cities reception. He had attended the
funeral for Betty Thomas, a long-time educator and a member of the Recreation and
Parks Board for many years. She was a walking history book and source of information
relating to the City of Boynton Beach and will be missed. He announced the Sand
Sifters would be at Oceanfront Park on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. for the
monthly cleanup. Sea turtles and other marine life would be on display. Vice Mayor
Orlove thanked the Police Oepartment and SWAT teams for the successful, non-violent
effort known as Operation Smoking Gun that took many dangerous people off the
streets.
Commissioner Hay would be attending the 85th Annual Florida League of Cities
conference and had attended the Palm Beach County Board of Directors, League of
Cities meeting. He highlighted several changes enacted during the last legislative
session.
The new firearms regulations pre-empted to the State all the regulations relating to
firearms. City officials or employees who violate the preemption would be liable for a
fine up to $5,000. If the City Code has provisions attempting to regulate firearms they
should be repealed, so enforcement by the State can be effective. The sovereign
immunity limits were raised from $100,000 per person and $200,000 per incident, up to
$200,000 per person and $300,000 per incident. The third item related to budgets
being posted on municipal websites at least two days prior to any budget hearing and
within 30 days of final adoption. Another item of interest was a limited exemption for
public records and Sunshine Law meetings as they pertain to competitive solicitation. It
refers to sealed bid proposals and replies in a competitive process. The policy should
be reviewed to assure compliance with the Public Records Act and/or the Sunshine
Law.
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There would also be no transportation or school concurrency required by the State.
Comp Plan rules were significantly reduced. Lastly, the City of West Palm Beach had
brought a suit against the Inspector General contesting the funding based on the
support received. It is an in-house suit and would not cost the municipalities any
monies, except for the cost of legal review.
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMUNITY & SPECIAL EVENTS & PRESENTATIONS
A. Presentation to Yuanyuan (Jenny) Jiang, Sister Cities Liaison from the City of
Qufu, China. Presentation being made by Jeanne Havelin, Greater Boynton
Beach Sister Cities Committee Representative
Jeanne Havelin, President of the Boynton Beach Sister Cities Organization, explained
the Organization has a mission of promoting peace through mutual respect,
understanding and cooperation, one individual and one community at a time. The
program has been in existence for ten years and the City of Boynton Beach and City of
Qufu, China had signed an agreement in September of 2001 agreeing to collaborate for
the mutual benefit of the communities by exploring educational, cultural and economic
opportunities. The organization was incorporated in 2003. The Official Liaison from
Qufu, China, "Jenny" Jiang was introduced.
Ms. Jiang was presented with an official City of Boynton Beach goody bag by Mayor
Rodriguez and given a Certificate of Appreciation for her vital contributions to the Sister
Cities program. Ms. Havelin offered an additional gift from the Boynton Beach Sister
Cities Organization.
Ms. Jiang thanked everyone for the gifts. She brought greetings from the Qufu Mayor to
the Boynton Beach Mayor and the citizens of Boynton Beach. She had met many
people and attended many activities including the Education and Youth Advisory Board
meeting and visited the Boynton Beach High School. Her main activity has been in the
educational field and the desire was to expand the activities to the economic field. The
City of Qufu was very interested in doing more activities with Boynton Beach.
A letter was read from Congressman Alcee Hastings thanking Ms. Jiang for being the
liaison for the Sister Cities program and promoting friendship and cooperation between
the nations. Education was a priority for Congressman Hastings and he appreciated
her contribution as a role model in both countries.
4. PUBLIC AUDIENCE
INDIVIDUAL 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)
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Thomas Kaiser, Chair of the Veterans Commission, gave an update on their progress
and programs. He announced on September 2, 2011, they would have a ceremony for
VJ Oay and unveil three monuments -- Lady Veterans, Black Veterans, Japanese
American 442nd Regimental Combat Team - and two memorial benches. There would
be a Veterans Oay ceremony and another ceremony in Oecember for Pearl Harbor Oay.
They would continue to enhance the park and had initiated a program for children to
learn about the various combats from the veterans themselves.
Mr. Kaiser requested the City grant a variance for tents to be set up for a MIA/POW vigil
on September 16, 2011 for National MIA Oay, in conjunction with the Boy Scouts.
Vice Mayor Orlove suggested Mr. Kaiser speak to the City Manager's office to bring it
before the Commission.
Willie Aikens, 726 NE 1st Street, President of the Heart of Boynton Beach Association
Presidents, pled, on behalf of the taxpayers, to reinstate the budget cuts for the
following items:
HOB Heritage Celebration & The Night of Joy
Boynton Beach Police Oepartment Positions of Administrative Assistant, Records
Supervisor and two Records Technicians.
PAL Football program
Boynton Beach Head Start
Signatures had been solicited and were presented to the Commission for review. Mr.
Aikens stressed by closing the day care center, the children would be sacrificed.
Linda Davis, 2671 NE 1st Street, spoke about the employment of Thelma Lyons, an
employee in the Victim's Advocate Unit of the Police Oepartment. She contended there
was a need to re-evaluate the necessity of jobs and job placements. Careful
consideration should be given to reinstating Ms. Lyons because she was a resource of
information for the Heart of Boynton residents.
Melissa Hart, 342 SW 4th Avenue, spoke as a member of the Forest Park
Neighborhood Association that was established in 2008 to keep the neighborhood a
safe place to live, work and play. She related many activities had been held to assist
the residents and build community spirit. She thanked the Boynton Beach Police
Department, Code Compliance officers and Paul Fleming of the Utilities Department, Liz
Roerich and Thelma Lyons for their assistance over the years. Ms. Hart thanked the
Commission for the improvements along Seacrest Boulevard going south.
Janice Hepburn, 461 SW 4th Avenue, requested the Commission take the concerns of
the Forest Park neighborhood seriously. Real problems continue to exist in some areas
and had worsened. There has been increased crime, presence of unlicensed rental
properties, home based kitchens offering take out food services, drug dealing and Code
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Compliance issues. She wanted the infrastructure repairs of the Seacrest corridor drain
improvement project to be expedited and illegal rentals controlled.
Rev. Randall Gill, Pastor of First Presbyterian Church, offered his church as a meeting
place for any organizations seeking to improve the City. He thanked the Commissioners
who were supportive of the needs of the residents. He had participated many years ago
in a vision planning session for the City. Seacrest Boulevard is a main thoroughfare
and the addition of new trees and better lighting would be a great improvement.
Michael Kane, 309 SW 8th Avenue, has been active in the Forest Park Neighborhood
Association since its inception and a school counselor at Boynton Beach High School.
The youth who live in Forest Park attend Boynton High, and he assists in building
bridges with youth involvement and neighborhood cleanup efforts. Forest Park
Elementary School was also getting involved in community activities. Mr. Kane thanked
the Commission for their assistance.
Ray Kane, a resident in the Forest Park neighborhood, thanked the Commission for the
efforts put into the neighborhood. It felt beauty was contagious and time spent
improving his home had become a challenge to other neighbors to take better care of
the area. The challenge became fun with the efforts of the City and it is appreciated.
Carol Volkman, a resident of Boynton Beach, boasted the Senior Center had received
national accreditation and believed the Center should remain open until 4 p.m. to
continue the activities. For many individuals it is a family center. The Shopper Hopper
is essential for many people who are taxpayers and should not be forgotten.
Wilma Quinn, 217 Section E in Delray Beach, a member of the Boynton Beach Senior
Center, concurred it was a family environment that many elderly people did not have.
Transportation is essential for many or they would be isolated. Ms. Quinn reiterated the
Center should be open as much as possible.
Jim Bloom, Kings Point, Oelray, a member of the Boynton Beach Senior Center,
indicated he was a member so he could attend the dances. It is a family atmosphere
and is the only fun many people have in life. He requested the Commission consider
the elderly and their quality of life.
Libby Stroud, 132 NE 13th Avenue, wanted the Commission to reconsider the decision
made relating to the PAL program as it was a good investment for the money spent.
She advocated for Thelma Lyons and Gloria Miller to retain their positions because they
were helpful to many. The continued support of the day care center was necessary
too.
Vickie Deller, 2392 SW 13th Way, requested the Shopper Hopper be continued. Mayor
Rodriguez indicated the matter would be discussed later in the agenda.
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Facke Edward Boulos, 1809 Coastal Bay Boulevard, volunteered to drive a bus for
one day a week and pay for his own gas. Mayor Rodriguez reiterated the issue would
be discussed separately.
Tom Sutterfield, Scout Master of Boynton Beach Boy Scouts, Troop 395, encouraged
the Commission to allow the request for a MIA-POW vigil. The number of World War II
veterans remaining is fewer and it would be an opportunity to share their insight with the
Scouts before it is not possible. He thanked the Commission for all they had done in
Bicentennial Park.
Ken Nickles, 11th Oistrict Boy Scout Chairman and the Committee Chair for the troop at
Post #164, appealed to the Commission to grant the request for the vigil to honor those
remaining World War II veterans.
Allen Hendricks, 122 SE 4th Avenue, thanked the Commission for the proposed
improvements along south Seacrest Boulevard. He was pleased the Forest Park
Association had come forward to be involved. He looked forward to continued
interaction between the Commission and the Association. It could only improve a
neighborhood that has great potential. The Seacrest corridor can use improvement.
Elly O'Sullivan, 150A High Point Boulevard, supported the continued operation of the
Senior Center. It is a life saving facility for many and should not be changed, and is
important to the elderly.
No one else coming forward, Mayor Rodriguez closed public audience.
5. ADMINISTRATIVE
A. Appoint eligible members of the community to serve in vacant positions on City
advisory boards
Mayor Rodriguez urged the residents to volunteer to serve on the boards to fill the
vacancies.
Motion
Vice Mayor Orlove moved to table the appointments. Commissioner Hay seconded the
motion. The motion passed unanimously.
B. Accept the resignation of Kirk LaRock, a regular member of the Code
Compliance Board
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Motion
Commissioner Hay so moved. Vice Mayor Orlove seconded the motion. The motion
passed unanimously.
6. 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. Approve the minutes from the City Commission meeting held on July 19, 2011
B. Accept the FY 2010 -11 Budget Status Report of the General Fund & Utility
Fund Revenues & Expenditures for the nine (9) month period ended June 30,
2011.
C. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R11-080 - Approve the adoption of the City of
Boynton Beach's Community Oevelopment Block Grant (COBG) One Year
Action Plan for FY 2011/2012.
Vice Mayor Orlove corrected the backup materials that indicated the matter had passed
unanimously at the July 5th meeting. There had been two dissenting votes cast by Vice
Mayor Orlove and Commissioner Hay. Vice Mayor Orlove inquired if anyone on the
Commission would like to reconsider the funding as outlined at the July 5th meeting.
There was no response to the request.
Motion
Commissioner Ross moved to accept Item C. Mayor Rodriguez passed the gavel and
seconded the motion. The vote was 2-2 (Vice Mayor Orlove and Commissioner Hay
dissenting). The item stands as presented.
Octavia Sherrod, Community Improvement Manager, cautioned the funding was in a 30-
day comment period and the application was due August 15, 2011.
Vice Mayor Orlove clarified that unless action was taken the grant funding would be in
jeopardy.
Motion
Commissioner Hay moved to approve. Vice Mayor Orlove seconded the motion. The
motion passed unanimously.
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D. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R11-081 - Approve amendments to certain
provisions of Resolution R10-161 relating to the issuance of conduit revenue
bonds, Series 2011, for the benefit of Charter Schools of Boynton Beach.
Commissioner Ross wanted assurance that the proposed changes were minor.
Tim Howard, Assistant Oirector of Finance, replied the changes related to the bank
being used, some dates modified and the issuance period. They were housecleaning
type of changes so the bonds can be issued.
Vice Mayor Orlove noted the changes were technical and would not change the original
approval.
Motion
Commissioner Hay moved to approve. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion. The
motion passed unanimously.
E. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R11-082 - Approve and ratify the action of the
South Central Regional Wastewater Treatment and Oisposal Board at their
meeting on July 21, 2011
1. Accept the 2011/2012 Wastewater and Reclaim O&M Budgets and
wastewater repair and replacement expenditures
2. Authorize the user rate to cities for fiscal year 2011/2012 for wastewater in
the amount of $0.9871/1,000 gallons for operations and maintenance and
$0.1940/1,000 gallons for reserves bringing the total to $1.1811/1,000 gallons
3. Authorize the establishment of the reclaim user rate to consumers (Oelray
Beach, Boynton Beach and South Central Plant) for fiscal year 2011/2012 at
$0.18643/1,000
4. Accept the 2011/2012 organizational chart and salary ranges; including the
reclassification of the Laboratory Coordinator position
Commissioner Ross explained there was a two cent increase in the rate for the
reclaimed water users, being the five golf courses in the Boynton Beach area. The
budget is flat and there was no other rate change.
Kofi Boateng, Utilities Director, clarified there are two components to the rates. First is
the 0 & M and the second is the reclaimed water. The reclaimed water changed
slightly, but the impact would be negligible as far as the City was concerned. Vice
Mayor Orlove and Commissioner Hay recalled there was a slight increase, but there
would be a flat budget.
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Motion
Commissioner Ross moved to approve Proposed Resolution No. R 11-082.
Commissioner Hay seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
7. BIDS AND PURCHASES OVER $100,000
A. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R11-083 - Approve and authorize the Interim
City Manager to sign the Provider Agreement with Metropolitan Life Insurance
Company of Plantation, FL (MetLife) for the City's "FULLY INSUREO OENTAL
PLAN", RFP #060-1610-11/JMA. The time period is from October 1, 2011 thru
September 30, 2012, with the option to renew for two (2) additional one-year
periods.
Motion
Vice Mayor Orlove moved to approve. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion. The
motion passed unanimously.
8. CODE COMPLIANCE & LEGAL SETTLEMENTS
None
9. PUBLIC HEARING
7 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.
A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 11-019 - SECOND READING - Approve
amendments to the Land Oevelopment Regulations to add Florida-Friendly
Landscaping standards and provisions. Applicant: City-initiated.
Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 11-019 by title only on second reading.
Commissioner Ross asked if the Ordinance included anything relating to protecting
wildlife as well as attracting wildlife. Eric Johnson, Planner, advised he would have to
review the language again. Vice Mayor Orlove assumed protecting wildlife would be a
separate issue. Mr. Johnson indicated the intent of the ordinance was to reduce the
environmental impact of development and conserve potable water. Vice Mayor Orlove
summarized protecting wildlife would be another type of review and plan.
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Motion
Commissioner Ross moved to approve. Commissioner Hay seconded the motion.
Mayor Rodriguez opened the issue for public hearing.
Vickie Deller, 2392 SW 13th Way, asserted wildlife could not be protected when large
oil corporations were destroying wildlife. An ordinance would not alleviate the problem.
No one else coming forward, Mayor Rodriguez closed the public hearing.
Vote
City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 4-0.
10. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
A. (This item was moved and discussed under Unfinished Business)
B. Oiscussion of change in hours of operation at the Senior Center.
Vice Mayor Orlove had received letters of concern relating to the change in hours. Mr.
Majors replied there were facilities that would have reduced hours, including the Senior
Center. It would be closing at one o'clock based on times when the facility was not
being utilized as much. There is an active afternoon program at the Senior Center with
dancing four times a month. Many of the activities were being scheduled earlier in the
day. Vice Mayor Orlove explored the possibility of alternating hours and Mr. Majors
indicated staff would have to be taken away from another facility. There had to be at
least two people to staff an entire building. Ms. LaVerriere added hours were being
changed at other facilities and there would not be staff available. Mr. Majors advised
the Civic Center generates a significant revenue stream which is one of many factors
considered.
Mayor Rodriguez hoped some revenue would become available in the next few months
to assist in some of the budget cuts.
Commissioner Hay wanted an estimate on the decrease in participation during the
afternoons. Mr. Majors advised the peak hours were the morning and lunch hours and
then diminished quickly. Most of the afternoon programs had been rescheduled to
morning hours with an alternative for programs at the Civic Center. The cost to have
the Center open longer hours would involve the cost of two employees, five days a
week for half a day, for the year. One of those employees would have to be pulled
from another facility affecting that schedule.
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Vice Mayor Orlove inquired about the average number of people in the facility during the
afternoons. Mr. Majors replied it would average 15 to 20 and at the most 50. There
have been afternoons when only four or five people have been present. There are
1,300 to 1,400 registered participants that are required to sign in as they enter the
building. Non-residents are required to pay a $40 annual fee to participate in the
programs.
11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Review transportation options and provide direction to staff regarding final
transportation program elements to be included in the FY 2011/12 Budget
Mr. Majors reviewed the status of the issue and summarized the Volen Center, based in
Boca Raton, would provide free transportation to those participating in the meal
program. Seniors with disabilities can participate in the Palm Tran Connection program
for $3 each way and can receive door-to-door service to the Senior Center and other
points of interest. The Volen Center would provide transportation for $3 each way to
locations south of Boca Raton and north to Hypoluxo Road and west to Route 441.
It was also pointed out that Palm Beach County staff would be requesting the County
Commission to allow the City to maintain the transit coaches currently being used. It
would add another option, but staff was not recommending an increase in the $50,000
budget allocation. The money could be used to utilize the existing coaches to offer
some type of service. Mayor Rodriguez pointed out the cost involved would be the
personnel to operate the buses and Mr. Majors suggested one or two part-time drivers
may be possible to provide a much reduced level of service. It would augment the
programs through the Volen Center and Palm Tran Connection. Mr. Majors requested
more time to analyze the added option that had just been made available.
Ms. LaVerriere interjected the County would have to get permission from the Federal
grant program to allow the vehicles to be designated as surplus and the County transfer
the vehicles to the City of Boynton Beach. Another issue would be maintaining qualified
drivers would exceed the $50,000 allocation. Volunteer drivers would be a tremendous
liability and a commercial driver license would be required. She preferred the staff
recommendation go forward and the voucher program be established.
Mayor Rodriguez summarized the three proposed options would cover all the services
currently being provided at a slightly higher cost to the users. Vice Mayor Orlove
pointed out the Volen Center also offers free transportation for doctor visits. Groups
would also be accommodated with the Palm Tran Connection. Vice Mayor Orlove
expressed concern that the voucher system may be more expensive than the monies
allocated. He indicated good public relations would be needed to assist the seniors
during the transition phase. Mr. Majors advised some of the monies would have to be
used to market the new programs. Staff would be offering assistance to any seniors.
There had been conversations with the Volen Center to confirm they could provide the
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service. Ms. LaVerriere advised reservations had to be made 24 hours in advance for
scheduling purposes and ride sharing capabilities. Vice Mayor Orlove pointed out the
Volen Center also offered private car escort services.
Commissioner Ross commended staff for their thorough report and commented it was
very convincing.
Motion
Vice Mayor Orlove moved to accept staff's recommendation that would end the Shopper
Hopper as it now exists, to assist the residents with other alternatives such as Palm
Tran Connection and the Volen Center transportation system, and begin work on a
transportation voucher program for the citizens with the $50,000 budget allocated for
2011/2012 fiscal year. Commissioner Hay seconded the motion.
Mayor Rodriguez opened the issue for public comment.
Myra Jones, 311, NW 4th Avenue, remarked the Civic Center did not provide the
parking or privacy that was available at the Senior Center. Staff that was being laid off
could be used to keep the Senior Center open until 3 p.m.
Vickie Deller, 2392 SW 13th Way, suggested converting to a three or four-day week
rather than closing every day at 1 p.m. would be preferable. The transportation with
Palm Tran requires at least four hours and many residents could not tolerate four hours
exertion. She urged the Commission to keep the Shopper Hopper and raise the rate.
Jeanne Taylor, Senior Transit Planner for Palm Tran, advised current coaches used
would go back to Palm Tran and then be brought before the County Commission for
disposal because they are past their useful life. In the past, those vehicles had been
donated to organizations in the communities. The budget allocation of $50,000 would
only cover one vehicle and the maintenance costs would be higher. The Federal grant
would be concerned with the age of the vehicles and any residual value. It would not be
problematic. Palm Tran does not compete with the charter market for group ventures.
However, Palm Tran Connection would have vehicles for groups, if the all riders were in
the program and made a reservation in advance.
Carol Volkman, 1101 SE 4th Street, advised the Senior Center closes at 4 p.m. daily
and most activities are over by 3 p.m. The holiday events that are very well attended
end at 3 p.m. The seniors need to be able to socialize since family is not always
available. There is also an exercise room that is constantly used and the men play pool
in the afternoons.
Brain Edwards, 629 NE 9th Avenue, spoke on behalf of the seniors, and suggested
another viable solution would be to demolish the Civic Center and transfer all activities
to the Senior Center. The Shopper Hopper would have more riders, and with an
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increase in the rates, the program could continue with much less confusion. The spirit
of the Senior Center is being lost and should be preserved.
No one else coming forward, Mayor Rodriguez closed public comment.
Commissioner Hay commented he would like to keep the Center open until 3 p.m. and
would support the option with the three components. Vice Mayor Orlove noted there
would be a new amphitheater soon that could be used for dances. The City can no
longer afford the Shopper Hopper service, but other organizations could provide an
identical service with only a small increase in the rate. The current system costs the
City $20 per rider and the new programs would provide a similar service at a much
cheaper rate. Staff would also be investigating a voucher program.
Mayor Rodriguez stressed the City was not eliminating transportation for senior citizens.
A plan would be put in place and assistance for seniors to adapt to the system will be
provided. Mayor Rodriguez thanked staff for their effort in organizing the alternatives.
Mr. Majors noted the existing service would be available through the end of September.
The motion passed unanimously.
12. NEW BUSINESS
None
13. LEGAL
None
14. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. Authorization for Utilities Revenue Bonds - 8/16/11
B. Veteran's Park on Ocean Ave - 08/16/11
C. City Manager Search - 8/16/11
O. Climate Action Plan Implementation Status Report - 8/16/11
E. Discussion regarding a City Commission appointed Community
Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Board - 8/16/11
F. Follow-up to City/CRA workshop - 9/06/11
G. Revisions to restrictions for vehicle size in residential districts - 09/06/11
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H. Recommendation from the "review committee" to rename the Boynton Beach
Child Care Center building in honor of Lena Rahming - TBO
I. Discussion of a proposed committee to be assigned to explore a Green Market
for the City of Boynton Beach in 2011 - TBO
15. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission, Mayor Rodriguez
properly adjourned the meeting at 8: 17 p.m.
CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH
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