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Minutes 09-03-15
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING HELD IN COMMISSION CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 100 EAST BOYNTON BEACH BLVD, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2015, AT 6:30 P.M. PRESENT Joseph Casello, Vice Mayor David T. Merker, Commissioner Mack McCray, Commissioner Michael M. Fitzpatrick, Commissioner ABSENT Jerry Taylor, Mayor 1. OPENINGS A. Call to Order - Mayor Jerry Taylor Lori LaVerriere, City Manager James Cherof, City Attorney Janet M. Prainito, City Clerk Vice Mayor Casello called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. He announced Mayor Taylor was visiting family out of State and Commissioner Merker would be joining the meeting late. Invocation Commissioner McCray offered the Invocation. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Commissioner Fitzpatrick Commissioner Fitzpatrick led reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll called revealed a quorum was present as noted above. Agenda Approval: 1. Additions, Deletions, Corrections Commissioner Fitzpatrick pulled Item 6.1 for discussion. Vice Mayor Casello asked that item 10.B be removed from the agenda and move 7.B 1 and 2 to section 2. Other, Item 2.B. Commissioner McCray noted he wanted to discuss Item 7.A and a matter under City Manager's report. 2. Adoption 1 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL Motion SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 Commissioner McCray moved to approve the agenda as amended. Commissioner Fitzpatrick seconded the motion. Vote The motion passed unanimously. 2. OTHER A. Conduct First Public Budget Hearing for FY 2015/2016 Proposed Annual Operating Budget. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R15-093 - Adopt the proposed millage rate for the General Fund for Fiscal Year 2015-2016. Ms. LaVerriere advised there would be a brief presentation with very few modifications from the July budget workshops. Attorney Cherof announced this was the first of two statutorily required public hearings relating to the millage rate and budget for the next year. The public has a role in the process. After the presentation the public can ask questions or make comments relating to the millage rate and budget. A second public hearing would be held on September 15 at 6:30 p.m. which would be the final budget and millage hearing for the upcoming fiscal year. There is also a hearing on Thursday, September 10th at 6 p.m. for consideration of the final fire assessment rate. Those are funds raised as an assessment to real property relating to the Fire Department operations. Tim Howard, Director of Finance, indicated most of the presentation was previously seen at the public workshop in July. An overview of the overall budget for the City is $211 M for all funds and $76.5M for the General Fund being 36.6% of all funds. The action requested is to adopt the tentative budget and the proposed millage rate. September 15th would be the final adoption of the budget and millage rate for next fiscal year. Thursday, September 10th is the final hearing for the fire assessment rate. There were adjustments the City Manager proposed that are outlined from the originally submitted budget. The health insurance increase was reduced from 20% to 15% reducing the expenditures by $225,000. The funds for potential wage increases were decreased by $200,000 lowering the raise rate from 3% to 2%. The 3% negotiated for 2 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 the Police is already included. There was reorganization of the Golf Course to reduce the transfer to the Golf Course by $103,000. A Planning and Zoning intern position was removed from the original budget and the funding for a Building Official and City Engineer were adjusted. An Economic Development Coordinator position was eliminated for a reduction of $67,000. The matching funds for the AFG Fire Grant were removed. The amount of $98,400 that would have been the necessary match could be allocated from the fund balance if the grant is received. On the revenue side, two of the State revenues were increased based on finalized estimates from the State. One was the State revenue sharing was increased $100,000, Sales Tax revenue was increased by $100,000, The ALS, Ambulance Transport revenue was increased by $100,000 and the Village of Golf fire service contract was increased by $42,000. With those adjustments, the original budget posted had a fund balance to be used of $1.588M and with the adjustments the amount has decreased to $450,000. The four major expenditure budgets were the General Fund at $76.5M that is 36% of the overall expenditure budget. Utility fund expenditures are $42.2M that is 20% of the budget, Capital fund is $51 M or 2.5% and Solid Waste is $12AM or 5.9%. The funding sources include Utility fees at $42.2M, property taxes at $29.5M, capital and bond sources and transfers between the funds comprise the remaining sources. The various other funds are Internal Services, Solid Waste Fees, Public Service Taxes, Intergovernmental, Charges for Services, Special Assessment, Franchise Taxes, Golf Course, and Licenses & Permits. For the General Fund alone, the proposed expenditures are $76.5M. It is an increase of $3.4M or 4.8%. Personnel services, including pension consumes $58.9M or 77% of the General Fund budget. There was a breakdown of personnel services expenses, excluding pension and then the pension contribution of $12.7M, operating expenses, capital outlay and non-operating expenses. The expenditures were listed by category or by service area with Police, Fire, Public Works, General Government, Development, Recreation, Library, ITS, Finance and Human Resources. The increase over last year's budget is $3.4M with an adopted budget of $73M last year. This year the proposed budget is $76.5M. Health insurance would be going up $820,000, potential wage increase is $750,000, pension increase of $527,000, self- insurance allocation went up $344,000, a new transfer to the Golf Fund is $240,000. 3 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 Capital outlay expenses across the departments went up $105,000 and there is a $71,000 expense this year for an election. Last year there was no election. Vice Mayor Casello inquired if the election cost was a fixed cost. Ms. LaVerriere advised it is only when there is a scheduled municipal or federal election. The cost depends on what is on the ballot. Janet Prainito, City Clerk, advised the Supervisor of Election costs are yet to be determined and are not known until the election is over. Mr. Howard interjected the precincts can be changed and that adds or subtracts the cost of poll workers and other expenses. There was a list of all departments showing the current year's expenditures, the proposed budget with the net effect and percent of increase or decrease. The total this year is $73M and the proposed budget is $76.5M The major proposed revenue changes for 2015/16 show an increase of $3.1M in property taxes. Based on the increase in values in the Community Redevelopment Agency area, their revenue increased $798,000. The net income in property taxes that the City retains would be $2.3M. The Florida Power Light franchise utility tax revenue should increase $400,000 based on current estimates. Business Tax Receipts have increased by $165,000. Building permits have increased with more construction, reflecting an increase of $200,000. The State shared revenue and sales tax and ambulance services increased. Due to the refunding of the bond issue, a transfer of $200,000 was taken from the Public Service Tax Fund into the General Fund. This resulted in an increase from $6M to $6.2M. The Utility transfer went up $250,000. The Solid Waste transfer went down $500,000. The fund balance needed for the current budget is $951,000 and the proposed budget has a reduction to $450,000 which together totals the $3.4M increase. The proposed funding sources are $76.5M with the property tax levy remaining the same at 7.9 mills. It will generate $29.5M to the General Fund. There are the various charges for services, fire assessment, franchise fees, licenses and permits. The history of the fund balance was charted. There is a policy set for a reserve for emergencies in the fund balance, which is 10% of the adopted budget amount. At the end of 2007 there was $18.9M and $7.4M set aside for emergencies. The projection for the end of 2015 is $11.5M in fund balance and $7.7M set aside for emergency reserve. It would exceed the 10% required to be set aside. There is no millage rate increase. The roll back rate on property tax value is 7.3762 mills that would generate the same tax revenue as last year. Because there were value increases, the amount is less than the current millage. Based on the proposed budget and using the roll back rate, it would equate to an additional $2M of revenue needed 4 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 from other sources or reduce expenditures by $2M, to fund the proposed 2015/16 budget. A comparison from past years shows a decrease in property values and the last three years has provided a 16% increase in total taxes levied from 2009/10 to present. There was also an increase in CRA taxes. It is required to be disclosed at the public hearings that the proposed ad valorem tax rate is 7.9 mills reflecting no increase from the current 7.9 mills. The actual tax rate is 7.10% per the State TRIM calculations over the roll back rate that is 7.3762. City-wide property values increased approximately 10.08%. The proposed millage rate is 7.9 mills as set at the July workshops. The number of properties within the City, based on the their valuation and adjustment for homestead exemptions, paying less than $200 in taxes, has gone from 8,900 to 7,200 in 2014. Scenarios based on the property values and proposed millage rate were reviewed: The increases ranged from $1.97 a month to $83.21 a month based on the taxable values of the residences Commissioner McCray thanked Mr. Howard and Mr. Davidson for doing a fantastic job with the budget. He reiterated his contention that just because money is budgeted does not mean it has to be spent. He inquired how much of the budgeted money was not spent. Mr. Howard speculated the fund balance would increase from $11.2M to $11.6M or approximately $500,000. His estimate was conservative. Commissioner McCray had been told by board members that there is no money until October 1St. The items requested would cost less than $50. Apparently there are some funds available for necessary items. Commissioner McCray asked the City Manager for the Recreation and Parks department budget including Sara Sims and what was left over. Ms. LaVerriere replied there is a breakdown in the revenue fund by site. She would provide the figures to the Commission. Commissioner Fitzpatrick commended staff for the work on the budget. There was an improvement over last year. Vice Mayor Casello thanked all staff. He was aware it was not a simple process. Under special revenue funds, there is $822,000 listed under traffic safety. He asked if the expenditure was covered with the revenue generated by the red light cameras. Mr. Howard replied, based on recent Commission decisions, the cost of the new agreement and the intent is the regeneration of fines and payments, which will cover the lease payments and administrative costs. Vice Mayor Casello speculated on the effect if the Court ruling shuts the cameras down. Mr. Howard responded the decision can be made 5 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 on the impact and there can be an update on the status of the fund to ascertain the costs. The assumption is, if the cameras are shut down, the payments will stop. Commissioner McCray talked about Sara Sims Park and the capital improvement budget. Citizens have complained about the status of the park and it will be two years before any major improvements can be made. As he explained to his constituents, the process is lengthy and he wants to be sure it is understood there is money in the future capital improvement budget. Whatever needs to be done will be done to keep the Park in operation in the interim. Vice Mayor Casello discussed the Golf Course enterprise fund that is being subsidized $200,000 this year. He asked if the new proposed rate schedule absorbs the $200,000. Mr. Howard replied it was not expected to cover the full $200,000. It needs to be monitored month-to-month and every quarter. Ms. LaVerriere explained part of the increase and need to use General Fund monies for assistance, is because maintenance items have been deferred and it cannot continue. There are increases needed for fertilizer, chemicals and different improvements to be more competitive with other golf courses and increase the number of players. Vice Mayor Casello opened the issue for public hearing. John McGovern, 3929 Palladium Lake Drive, asked about the total pension expenses of $12.7M. The Mayor had indicated the problem was the loss of revenue over expenses of about $8M principally caused by loss of return on investments. He was wondering how much of the $12.7M is not only per employee related, but also necessary expense to keep the defined benefit plan at maximum funding to be healthy. Mr. Howard responded the City's contribution for each plan is determined by an actuarial report. The returns are outlined, the projection of future benefits based on data is calculated and the annual contribution is determined that is reduced by the amount of expected employee contributions. The City contributes the remainder needed for the year. The gains and losses in the market are averaged over a number of years that is smoothed over time. Mr. McGovern understood the expenses for the Utility Department were far lower than the revenues. The Water Department must be the most efficient department and a source of a 60% net gain. Mr. Howard indicated the Utility Department does generate excess revenues with an amount transferred to the General Fund. Commissioner McCray interjected the Utility Department has undertaken some rather large projects with many future capital improvements to fund. [.1 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 Mr. McGovern asked about the 22% decrease in Economic Development, if it was being incorporated into another department budget. Mr. Howard explained there was the elimination of a position in the department representing the decrease in the budget. Ms. LaVerriere would have Colin Groff, Utility Director, respond and explain the water report. Jackie Brandt, 8919 Thumbwood Circle, wanted to see the Old High School saved. Her family came to the area in 1921 and she wanted the Floridians' history preserved in the budget. Lulu DeCamara, 836 East Drive, and secretary for the Inlet Cove Association, understood the Inlet Cove homes were in the CRA district that cannot budget for maintenance. The City budget did not appear to include money for maintenance. It was requested that the new budget include funding for maintenance of existing amenities City-wide and include the landscaping on North Federal Highway. The City's appearance affects property values and future development possibilities. Ms. LaVerriere responded the presentation was an overview of the entire budget. There are departmental budgets with specific line items for maintenance. She assured maintenance funds are provided in Public Works for an increase in funding for litter control and slowly restoring the landscape budgets. Commissioner McCray noted District II has been awarded more money to pick up litter and beautify the area. Herb Suss, 1711 Woodfern Drive, had attended the budget meetings and suggested a millage rate of 8 mills. Keeping the rate at 7.9 mills should be sufficient to cover increased costs. He stressed the rate should not be lowered. The Library remains underfunded to buy books. The Public Works staff work hard and over the years have not received sufficient pay increases. The City thrives on Parks and the money has to be available to keep the green, green. The Golf Course is a treasure and has to be maintained. He reiterated the rate should be maintained at 7.9 mills. He complimented both the Police and Fire Department for their dedication. Commissioner McCray thought it should be stated for the record, "once we set a millage rate, the millage cannot be increased, but we can come back and decrease it. But, we cannot increase it. If we go 7.9 we cannot come back and say we should have made it 8, 8.2, etcetera. We have to keep it at — we can always go down from 7.9." Commissioner Fitzpatrick commented as far as pensions, he was highly in favor of a defined benefit pension system because it helps to attract and maintain quality employees. However, it is more difficult to sustain than a defined contribution plan. MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 Sustainability has to be considered and self-restraint is necessary. The pensions are a little out of balance and adjustments are needed. Over the long haul he anticipated a stable defined benefit pension could be established. The CRA budget funds are not available for the General Fund balance. The CRA is useful because the money that goes into the CRA from property taxes is also matched by the County. If the City loses 7.9 mills for new construction in the CRA and it stays in the CRA budget, the County also loses its increase in tax mills. The County is around four mills. A third of the CRA budget comes from County funds and if the CRA is dissolved, the four mills would be lost and the City would have to assume the debt. The CRA is useful and should remain viable. The 7.9 rate should keep businesses in Boynton Beach, rather than raise the rate and businesses leave the City. More revenue is needed, but a balance of the parameters has to be established to keep the City on a healthy course. No one else coming forward, Vice Mayor Casello closed public hearing. Motion Commissioner McCray moved that the millage rate for the City of Boynton Beach be 7.9 mills for the 2015/2016 year. Commissioner Fitzpatrick seconded the motion. Vice Mayor Casello noted Commissioner Merker had arrived. Commissioner Merker apologized for being late. A neighbor had passed away and he wanted to be with the family. He concurred with the status quo of 7.9 mills better. Vote The motion passed unanimously. It was hoped this new year would be Attorney Cherof announced the motion and vote authorizes Resolution R15-093 to be adopted. He read the title only of Resolution R15-093. The millage rate would be set at 7.9 mills that is 7.10% above the computed roll back rate of 7.3762. The second and final hearing would be September 15, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. in Commission Chambers. MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL Motion SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 Commissioner Merker moved to adopt Resolution No. R15-093. Commissioner McCray moved to second the motion. Vote The motion passed unanimously. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R15-094 - Adopt the Tentative Budget for the General Fund and all other funds for Fiscal Year 2015-2016. Attorney Cherof read Proposed Resolution No. R15-04, by title only. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approve Resolution No. R15-094. Commissioner Fitzpatrick seconded the motion. Vote The motion passed unanimously. (Item 7.8. was heard at this time as Item 2.8.) C. Informational items by Members of the City Commission Commissioner McCray had gone to the Sewer Board meeting and was happy to see Commissioner Fitzpatrick as the Chair. He thanked Mr. Groff for his assistance with the Board. Commissioner McCray was happy to see upper management in the Police Department present for the budget hearings so they could convey to staff what had occurred at the meeting. Commissioner McCray advised there are no more burial spaces available in the Boynton Beach Memorial Cemetery. The cemetery is being replatted to create new lots. If loved ones pass away, they could be buried at another location and then exhumed and moved into the Boynton cemetery when new lots are available. Commissioner Fitzpatrick had attended the Greenways, Blueways and Trails public workshop in the Library. He attended the Save Historic Old High School meeting and the South Central Regional Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Board meeting. He had been at Veterans Park for the 70th anniversary of the victory over Japan, unveiled a new Purple Heart monument and the French Legion of Honor medals were awarded to 9 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 eight World War II veterans. It was mentioned that three Americans had stopped a terrorist attack on a passenger train in France and received the same Legion of Honor medal. Vice Mayor Casello had attended the Greenway, Blueway and Trails workshop and learned a lot of the future plans. (Commissioner Merker left the dais.) 3. ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMUNITY & SPECIAL EVENTS & PRESENTATIONS A. Announcement by Recreation & Parks Director Wally Majors regarding the "Nickelodeon Worldwide Day of Play" event, which will be held at Barrier Free Park on Saturday, September 12, 2015 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon Wally Majors, Recreation and Parks Director, announced the event was a part of the "Play Outdoors Unplugged" series. The events are reflective of the City's strategic plan to make Boynton Beach a fun and family-oriented community. It will feature Nickelodeon related themes with SpongeBob Square Pants and Hello Kitty. There will competition, kids' expo, live entertainment and Crabby Patties will be available. (Commissioner Merker returned to the dais.) B. Proclaim September, 2015 as Sickle Cell Awareness Month in the City of Boynton Beach. Vice Mayor Casello read the Proclamation for Sickle Cell Awareness Month and presented it to Mr. Glover from the Sickle Cell Foundation of Palm Beach County. C. Proclaim the month of September 2015 as National Preparedness Month The proclamation for National Preparedness Month was read and presented to Carisse LeJeune, Assistant City Manager. Ms. LeJeune accepted the Proclamation and reminded all citizens to prepare in advance of any storm. A plan is necessary because there are hurricanes and other severe weather events including flooding. 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) 10 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 Suzanne Ross, Director of the Children's Schoolhouse Museum, commented August statistic were on par with the previous year. It was a strong summer overall with increases across most revenue lines. The start of the school year reverts to regular programming and a couple new programs. One is Art Infusion for the 6 to 9 -year olds to learn about great artists and create a work of art in the style of the artist. FunFridays return, beginning September 18th, with two naturalists visiting the museum to talk about birds of prey. There will be a large vertebrae onsite so the children can get up close and personal. On September 8th the Schoolhouse will mark 102 years of teaching children. The celebration will include a special story time and craft for the children, plus cupcakes for museum visitors. John Gridwall, General Manager for the Carolina Ale House in Boynton Beach announced on Friday, September 11th the restaurant would host an event to honor local police, fire rescue and paramedics from 3 to 6 p.m. It will include a free buffet to thank the local heroes and everything they do for the community. Herb Suss, 1711 Woodfern Drive, announced on November 7th the Sierra Club would be honoring Commissioner Fitzpatrick. Mr. Suss had attended a meeting related to climate change. It will get worse. Water is disappearing and cannot be replaced. Drinking water is very important. The community has to support the police. Mr. Suss requested a moment of silence for all police officers, especially those losing their life while on duty, that was allowed. Mr. Suss urged citizens to join the CERT (Certified Emergency Response Team) program and learn to help those in need in times of a disaster. Commissioner McCray was concerned about the morale of the Police Department in light of recent events across the nation. Chief Katz reported the morale was improving. There is no universal measure for morale. Since the ratification of the contract, purchase of new cars and restructuring of the organization, the work environment has improved. The death of any officer is a concern for every member of the Department. The community seems to be somewhat polarized with those for and those against police. The officers continue to do their job and are professional. Commissioner McCray spoke for the Commission that the officers are supported 100% and thanked them for their courage. 11 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL 5. ADMINISTRATIVE SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 A. Appoint eligible members of the community to serve in vacant positions on City advisory boards. The following Regular (Reg) and Alternate (Alt) Student (Stu) and Nonvoting Stu (N/V Stu) openings exist: Arts Commission: 1 Reg Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals: 1 Alt Education and Youth Advisory Board: 1 Stu Golf Course Advisory Committee: 1 Alt Historic Resource Preservation Board: 1 Alt Recreation and Parks Board: 1 Alt Planning and Development Board: 1 Alt Senior Advisory Board: 1 Reg and 2 Alts There were no applicants for appointments. 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. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R15-095 - Authorize the City Manager to sign a letter of agreement with Counseling Services Associates (CSA) to provide Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services at the rate of $12.00 per employee per year (estimated annualized cost of $9600.00) from October 1, 2015 through September 30, 2016. The agreement allows for two (2), one (1) renewals. B. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R15-096 - Approve and authorize signing of an Agreement for Water Service outside the City limits with Douglas Sheldon Swan for the property at 1213 Highview Road, Lantana, FL 33462. C. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R15-097 - Approve the City's State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program Annual Report and authorizing the Mayor or his designee to execute the Certification to accompany the report. D. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R15-098 - Accept the offer of $3,600 settlement as a result of a proposed short sale for David and Alexis Massey of 8 Via de Casas Sur, #103, Boynton Beach, Florida, 33426, on which the City holds a second mortgage of $45,000.00. 12 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 E. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R15-099 - Authorize the City Manager to apply for, execute all documents associated with the Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP) grant, accept the grant, and execute the Grant Agreement subject to approval by the City Attorney. F. PROPOSED RESOLUTION R15-100 - Approve a Subordination Agreement allowing for a subordination of the City's mortgage for Valerie Venegas of 450 N.E. 14th Avenue, Boynton Beach, Florida, 33435, and authorizing the City Manager to execute the Subordination Agreement. G. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R15-101 - Approve the "Cortina PUD Replat Two" record plat, conditioned on the approval being the certification of the plat documents by Andrew P. Mack (Interim Development Director/City Engineer). H. PROPOSED RESOLUTION R15-102 - Approve the third amendment to the interlocal agreement between Palm Beach County and the City of Boynton Beach for the use of T-1 telephone/data lines on Palm Beach County's digital microwave system. I. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R15-103 - Approve Addendum No. 2 to the Professional Agreement between the City of Boynton Beach and Ballard Partners, Inc. for appropriation lobbyist services extending the agreement for two years for the amount of $60,000.00 plus expenses per year. Commissioner Fitzpatrick had pulled this item. He was pleased with the successes of the City's lobbyist. A constituent had requested the item be pulled for more information. John McGovern, 3929 Palladium Lake Drive, requested an email he had sent be entered into the record. He hoped the 33% increase in the contract results in greater funding for the City. He had asked for some examples of Ballard's excellence in returns for whoever derives their greatest achievements. Last year $90M in one quarter was given to the State lobbyists and 20% went to the four highest ranked firms, one being Ballard Partners. Mr. McGovern's research indicated there was very little money awarded benefiting Palm Beach County and he wanted to see more money returning to the area. Matt Forest, Lobbyist with Ballard Partners, Inc., stressed he was part of a team and was only as good as the clients he works with. He may be the advocate for Boynton Beach, but he works from the list of items created by the City of Boynton Beach. He is part of the process, but without working with staff, Commissioners and department heads to address the issues daily, the firm cannot be successful. 13 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 There has been tremendous return on investment for the City of Boynton Beach. The team garnered $300,000 for a water project and $140,000 for the Women's Club. The funding would have been more except for the veto by the Governor. In addition, locally the firm represents the City of Palm Beach Gardens with a water project, City of Boca Raton with a beach project and Broward Sheriff's Office; all had items in the budget. The lobbyists are only advocates for the projects brought from local governments. The non -profits, such as governments, generate the most return on investment in the allocations in the budget. Mr. McGovern was concerned beyond Palm Beach County. He cited the City of Lake Worth got $35M for an economic development project. He thought millions should be awarded to Boynton Beach and possibly bring in a multi-million dollar grant. Commissioner McCray recalled going to Tallahassee and meeting with the lobbyist and seeing State Representatives seeking their support for projects. It was how projects get done. He felt Mr. Forest was doing a great job. Commissioner Fitzpatrick indicated he was a Democrat and he would prefer the contract money go to a Democrat lobbying firm. The reality is Tallahassee is controlled by the Republicans and the three south counties are generally Democrat and their delegations are getting shut out of having much input. The rest of the State uses the three southern counties as cash cows and South Florida is not getting its fair share back. This is the best we can do. Mr. McGovern had pulled three reports for three reporting periods. Palm Beach County is almost entirely missing from gifts to politicians being taxpayer dollars. Mr. Forest replied contributions come from individual organizations. Mr. McGovern was upset that Ballard Partners gives $2,500 regularly to the Governor. Mr. Forest indicated the firm did not write many checks to elected officials. Several clients make contributions to the local delegation. If the City is contributing to the firm, some pennies from Boynton Beach could be part of the allocation. Commissioner Merker thought at the end of three years would be a good time to evaluate the relationship. Ballard Partners has worked positively to help the City in every way they could. What a company does to gain for its clients, in the field of lobbying, is normal operating practices whether registered Republican or Democrat. Mr. Forest indicated he was registered non-partisan, Mr. Ballard was Republican, but other lobbyists in the firm are Democrats. Commissioner Merker applauded Mr. Forest for his effort this past year. Mr. McGovern noted the Executive branch of government has 18 subdivisions, less than a couple years ago. He hoped as much influence as possible could be spread among those subdivisions. 14 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 Commissioner McCray thought it was okay to give money to the Governor because the City did get some funding that was not vetoed. Vice Mayor Casello summarized Ballard Partners were paid $45,000 and they brought back to the City of Boynton Beach over $400,000. The House of Representative is predominately Republican. Ballard Partners is highly respected in Tallahassee and its influence is unsurpassed. Mr. McGovern stressed it was a two-year contract for $60,000 per year. Ms. LaVerriere advised the first year was $50,000, it went down to $45,000 and is now $60,000. Mr. Forest advised it was the same rate for Lantana and Palm Beach Gardens. Motion Commissioner Merker moved to approve the amendment to the contract. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. Vote The motion passed unanimously. J. Approve increase to Blanket Purchase Order #150951 from $24,500 to $59,000 with Advance Generator Sales and Service, Inc. to continue the maintenance and repair of Generators and Pumps for Utilities and Facilities until a new contract is in place. K. Accept the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grant for FY2015-2016 funding cycle in the amount of $56,595 and authorize the Mayor or City Manager to sign any required documents associated with the grant, subject to the approval of the City Attorney. L. Accept the Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Budget Status Report of the General Fund and the Utilities Fund for the ten (10) month period ending July 31, 2015. M. Approve the change order to increase the Purchase Order 151199 issued to Cliff Berry, Inc. to $71,170.00 for the emergency cleanup of concentrated sulfuric acid due to a leak at the West Water Treatment Plant. N. Approve the minutes from the Special City Commission meetings held on July 20th and July 21st, 2015 15 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL 7. BIDS AND PURCHASES OVER $100,000 SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 A. Approve a purchase order be issued to A Cut Above Landscape and Irrigation Company in the amount of $121,899.65 for landscape improvements to fourteen (14) Congress Avenue medians. Improvements are being made based upon recent designs by Kimley Horn. Motion Commissioner Merker moved to approve the purchase order. Commissioner Fitzpatrick seconded the motion. Commissioner McCray noted the Congress Avenue medians were improving and Federal Highway was improving. Medians have to be maintained throughout the City. Vote The motion passed unanimously. B. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute required documents for the following policies, for the fiscal year 2015-2016 renewal for Group Medical and Dental Insurance. Commissioner McCray interjected he was glad the item was being discussed because many employees are disgruntled and unhappy because they were not informed of all the aspects of the coverage. The health plan affects everyone. Julie Oldbury, Director of Human Resources and Risk Management, advised the request is for approval of the group medical and dental plans for FY 15/16. It is recommended the dental insurance be renewed under the current plan with Cigna. It has a 5% increase in premiums. The medical plan recommended is a high deductible health plan (HDHP) through the current provider, Cigna. The plan has a reduction in premiums of 8.58%. One of the benefits is the ability for employees to have a Health Savings Account. It is an IRS provision that allows saving money in a tax-deferred account. The 15% increase in insurance cost in the budget would support the City contributing funds to offset the high deductible. Commissioner McCray wanted more detail on the cost for the employees, for the benefit of the public. Ms. Oldbury explained for employee only coverage, the $2,500 deductible is paid by the employees or $5,000 deductible for dependent or family coverage. Instead of co -payments for doctor visits, the employee pays the contracted rate with Cigna for the services. After the deductible is met for in -network covered services, there are no additional charges except co -payments for prescriptions. The City is 16 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 offering the Health Savings Account (HSA) and the City's contribution into the account was being negotiated. Vice Mayor Casello inquired how much the City was saving by going to the high deductible plan. Mr. Howard replied the premiums went down 8%. The 15% increase was anticipated for the HSA contribution by the City to jumpstart the program. The approximate savings was $1.2M City-wide that includes more than the General Fund. Commissioner Merker commented health insurance for everyone could become very frightening as medical costs could increase significantly over the next few years. The City saving money should not be the criteria because it is hurting people. (1) PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R15-104 - Approve and authorize City Manager to execute an agreement with CIGNA Healthcare for City's group Medical Insurance for the plan year October 1, 2015 through September 30, 2016; Vote The motion passed unanimously to approve Resolution No. R15-104. Commissioner McCray wanted it known, the creation of a clinic for employees continues to be discussed. (2) PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R15-105 - Approve and authorize City Manager to execute an agreement with CIGNA Healthcare for City's "Fully Insured Dental Plan" for the plan year October 1, 2015 through September 30, 2016. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approve Resolution No. R15-105. Commissioner Merker seconded the motion. Vote The motion passed unanimously. Gail Mootz, 8524 Michael Drive, employee, calculated the $75 a month contribution by the City into all 779 employee accounts would be a total of $701,000 a year. She questioned how the current premium proposed with an increase of $5.01 a month justified the increase in the deductible for a single employee from $1,000 to $2,500. She asked if the premium was increased by the $75, would the deducible be lower for the employees. 17 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 Ms. Oldbury responded it would not lower the deductible. The premium on the high deductible plan for the seven employees who had the plan this current year did go up the $5. The difference is the plan design changed. The $1,500 deductible that increased to $2,500 eliminates the 20% co-insurance. It makes a significant difference. Keeping the existing plan would result in the same 18% increase. Ms. Mootz mentioned the possibility of a clinic being opened in October 2016. She asked how it would affect the health plan benefits and would the premiums and deductibles be lowered for the next fiscal year. Ms. Oldbury replied the clinic issue would go out for a Request for Proposal (RFP) during the first quarter of the new fiscal year. There would be no impact on the coming fiscal year premiums. The premiums are based on the claims experience and once the clinic is established and utilized, the claims history should improve, thereby lowering the cost, hopefully. Ms. LaVerriere indicated this was a one-year plan. The City has been doing it every year. It is based on claims and prices cannot be quoted until more than 8-10 months of claims experience can be established. The claims are huge for the City and resulting in higher and higher rates. The minimum contribution by the City is $75 a month until negotiations with the unions have been resolved. It was hoped the new program would assist the employees in starting to fund an HSA account and the responsibility will shift to the employee to fund a portion of the account. It is under the employee's ownership and stays with the employee for the future. The goal is to build the account to accommodate the increase in deductibles each year. The cost of setting up a clinic is the issue. There are different models available. It can take several years to see the decrease in medical costs. The employees have to be encouraged to use the clinic for basic medical care rather than going to emergency rooms. It may be a minimum co -pay to use the clinic or even free. It is all contingent on the RFP, Commission consideration and the budget for next year. The site has been identified and improvements are being initiated. Ms. Mootz asked why the employees were not afforded the opportunity of paying the difference of the new premium. Ms. Oldbury advised it was always up for consideration. Commissioner Merker indicated it was the fault of the insurance industry and the lack of control over the insurance companies. Costs would not go down and as much money as possible should be set aside for health care. (The meeting returned to Item 3. C) C. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R15-106 - Authorize the City Manager to sign a contract with Layne Heavy Civil, Inc. for the Raw Water Main - Section C project, Bid No. 049-2821-15/KTR in the amount of $5,621,604.80 plus a 10% contingency of 18 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 $562,160 if needed, for staff approval of change orders for unforeseen conditions for a total expenditure of $6,183,764.80. Motion Commissioner Merker moved to approve the contract with Layne Heavy Civil, Inc. Commissioner Fitzpatrick seconded the motion. Commissioner McCray wanted an explanation for public information. Colin Groff, Director of Utilities, clarified the project is the third segment of a pipeline constructed to connect the west service area to the east service area, delivering raw water to the East Water Treatment Plant. The goal is to reduce the dependence on the wells in the east to protect against salt water intrusion. It is an open cut along Woolbright Road and directional drills under the canal, railroad tracks and 1-95. It is a fairly large project with 36 -inch pipe. It should be completed sometime next year. The new plant is also under construction. Commissioner Fitzpatrick understood when the pipeline goes 1-95 it will go more than 40 feet below the road. Mr. Groff indicated tours would be done while drilling the large pipe. Vote The motion passed unanimously. 8. CODE COMPLIANCE and 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. 15-023 - FIRST READING - Approve amendments to the LDR to 1) allow City -initiated requests for rezoning lands to a planned zoning district to be processed without a concurrent master plan or site plan; and 2) exempt City -initiated Future Land Use Map (FLUM) amendment and rezoning requests implementing recommendations of redevelopment plans from the full criteria - based review, Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 15-023 by title only, on first reading. 19 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL Motion SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 Commissioner McCray moved to approve Ordinance No. 15-023 on first reading. Commissioner Fitzpatrick seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 4-0. 10. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT A. Presentation concerning the preliminary feasibility study concerning the potential acquisition of the Utility Services from the Town of Manalapan. Mr. Groff gave an update on the possible acquisition of the Town of Manalapan utility system. It had been presented to the Manalapan Council. Mr. Groff was now requesting direction from the Commission. Manalapan had inquired in 2013 if the City would be interested in acquiring their utility system. It is comprised of the Town of Manalapan and about two thirds of the Town of Hypoluxo. Both parties agreed to co - fund a high-level study to look at the feasibility. It was completed in May, 2015. Additional work would be needed before a decision is made on a potential sale. The merger between the two systems was very feasible, practical and had benefits for both sides. Both sides need to have a winning outcome. The acquisition would not occur if there was any impact to the current customers of the City of Boynton Beach. The study revealed the acquisition is financially feasible for both cities. There is a current connection with the water systems and two more would be proposed. The wastewater system is in fairly good shape with a couple minor upgrades to meet City standards. All the meters would have to be changed out in Manalapan which affects the cost of the acquisition. The financial analysis for Manalapan shows a book value on the most current financial audit is $8.2M. It was raised to $8.6M due to the passage of time since the valuation and closing. They have a debt of $4.4M. Capital improvements of $4.75M are planned over the next five years. Cash on hand is approximately $2M based on the last audit. There is an accounts receivable and unbilled services amount of $450,000. The total difference is about $2M being the potential purchase price for the utility service area and all their infrastructure and customers. The Town of Manalapan would net about $4.5M in cash. The cost of acquisition for the City would be assuming the existing debt of $4.4M, capital improvements of $4.7M, interconnection costs, transactional costs and add in 20 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 the purchase price. The $4.4M is existing debt they are funding in their current rates. It leaves a book value of $7.4M. The goal is to make the sale/acquisition neutral and not cost the City of Boynton Beach any money. Their revenue is approximately $2.4M annually. The City estimated its expenditure for the utility would be $1.83M annually for a difference of net revenue of $560,000. The net revenue would pay for the $7.4M of paper value of the utility. Using 4% interest over a 20 -year term, the City would need $545,000 out of the revenue of those customers to cover the cost. The next year's revenue is $560,000 and the cost is $545,000 which is well within the margin of error at this stage of negotiation. It is financially feasible to do the deal as the numbers reflect. It is totally neutral to the current customers of the City of Boynton Beach. The rate impact for the new customers would have to maintain the revenue currently received by the Town of Manalapan. Those will be reviewed as the analysis progresses. There are several options. The City would maintain their existing revenues to make the deal work. Manalapan would have to raise their rates to fund their capital improvements and Boynton Beach would not raise their rates to fund the capital improvements based on the financial analysis. The options include freezing their current rates for five years to cover the differential cost. Another option would be to use the Boynton Beach rates and add the 25% that would bring in almost the same amount of money. The third option would be using a transitional rate until the debt is paid off and then the customers would pay normal rates because they would be covered in the City's rate plan. The Town of Manalapan asked the City to go to the next step of doing a rate distribution study. They wanted to investigate an option requiring no cash with any cash used to lower their rates. It is feasible under the numbers. Mr. Groff wanted direction if the Commission wanted to move forward and look at the rates, how it impacts their customers and determined the best rate plan to give them lower rates and protect the City of Boynton Beach. Commissioner Merker asked for Mr. Groff's recommendation. He suggested the study be done for the rate distribution. The impact on the customers of Manalapan cannot be determined at this juncture. The most secure option for the City would be to use their rates and the $2M in cash be placed in a rate stabilization fund, lower their rates slightly and it would still be a good deal for the City of Boynton Beach. The $7.4M is the key, as long as the money is recovered from those customers over that time period. It is a good deal for Boynton Beach with the cash; it is a better deal if they do not want the cash. It cannot be determined until the next study which will cost approximately $5,000 to $6,000 for each entity to determine more specifics on rates. 21 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 Motion Commissioner McCray moved for Mr. Groff to proceed with the study and report on the information received. Mr. Groff noted there were many benefits to the City of Boynton Beach. It would expand the customer base that spreads the base cost over more people and stabilizes rates for everyone over time. Their water plant is in a location that would help utilities serve their customers and the City's customers in the north east corner. If the City does not acquire that plant, something else may have to be done in the area to serve our existing customers. The other advantage is Hypoluxo is in the service area. All the residences have Boynton sewer and one-third receive Boynton water. Adding Hypoluxo would consolidate the utility area and make the City healthier from a financial stand point. There are other minor benefits. In summary, the current infrastructure is easily integrated into the City with very little work required. It is financially feasible. It is in the public interest long term because it helps grow the customer base that stabilizes rates. There are no road blocks if the Commission decides to move forward. Commissioner Fitzpatrick asked where the sewage from Manalapan and Hypoluxo would go. Mr. Groff understood there was a contract that it goes to East Central. Over time the cost would have to be compared. Their sewer is very small. Water is the big service they provide. Commissioner Fitzpatrick asked what the general customer base was besides the City of Boynton Beach. Outside the City, the cities served are Ocean Ridge, Gulfstream, Briny Breeze and a portion of Hypoluxo. In unincorporated Palm Beach County there is a 25% surcharge. Commissioner Fitzpatrick asked if the Manalapan agreement would differ from the other surcharge. Mr. Groff did not know and would depend on the rate distribution study. It would be negotiable because the City has to recover $7.4M. Commissioner Merker seconded the motion. Vote The motion passed unanimously. B. Provide direction to staff on a Citywide General Liability Insurance policy for third party users of City facilities and property. (This item was previously removed from the agenda). 22 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 Commissioner McCray questioned why the item was removed. Ms. LaVerriere wanted more time to possibly bring it back in the future with more information. The City would not move forward with charging or require insurance for homeowner associations to use City facilities for their meetings. Commissioner McCray stated for the record, "In District II, we had our own clubhouse. It was Gateway and Federal Highway and we had our own meeting place. When it was torn down the City stated we could use those facilities. He was glad it was coming back. I want the record to state I am not in favor of, you know, charging. C. Discuss and approve the City of Boynton Beach Legislative Priority List for the 2016 State of Florida Legislative Session. Ms. LaVerriere explained each year staff brainstorms with Matt Forest, the lobbyist, City staff and department heads to get updates on pending and new issues. Much of the legislation is followed very closely by staff and a priority list is created for Commission support to give Ballard Partners direction as things change in Tallahassee. The intent is to work to get some appropriations for a few projects including any funding to assist with the Old High School and economic development projects, in addition to the priority list. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approve the legislative priority list. Commissioner Fitzpatrick seconded the motion. Vote The motion passed unanimously. 11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None 12. NEW BUSINESS - None 13. LEGAL A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 15-021 - SECOND READING - PUBLIC HEARING - Approve amendment to Chapter 16, Parks and Recreation, of the Code of Ordinances including Section 16-82, increasing annual resident beach parking permits from $40 to $50, increasing non-resident parking permits from $90 to $200 and changing them from seasonal to annual, and increasing daily fees on holidays and weekends from May 1 - November 15 from $5 to $10. 23 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 15-021 by title only, on second reading. Vice Mayor Casello opened the issue for public hearing. No one came forward. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approve Ordinance No. 15-021 on second reading. Commissioner Fitzpatrick seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 4-0. B. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 15-022 - SECOND READING - PUBLIC HEARING - Approve Ordinance amending Article III of Chapter 18, Section 18-169, Boynton Beach Police Officers' Pension Fund, providing for a 3% multiplier for participants hired on or after October 1, 2015. Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 15-022 by title only, on second reading. Vice Mayor Casello opened the issue for public hearing. No one came forward. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approve Ordinance No. 15-022 on second reading. Commissioner Fitzpatrick seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 4-0. C. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 15-024 - FIRST READING - Approve Petition to Expand Boundaries of Boynton Village Community Development District. Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 15-024 by title only, on first reading. Vice Mayor Casello opened the issue for public comment and no one came forward. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approve Ordinance No. 15-024 on first reading. Commissioner Merker seconded the motion. 24 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL Vote SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 3-1 (Commissioner Fitzpatrick dissenting). D. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R15-107 - Approve and ratify the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Palm Beach County Police Benevolent Association Police Officers & Detectives, Police Sergeants, and Police Lieutenants, regarding a negotiated restatement of Article 19 - Holiday Pay for the respective Collective Bargaining Agreements with terms ending September 30, 2016. Attorney Cherof read Resolution No. R15-107 by titled only. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approve Resolution No. R15-107. Commissioner Merker seconded the motion. Vote The motion passed unanimously. 14. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS A. City Commission discussion of Independent CRA Board - September 15, 2015 - per direction from the FY 15/16 Strategic Plan sessions. B. Adoption of FY 15/16 Strategic Plan - October 6, 2015 15. ADJOURNMENT There being nothing further to come before the Commission, Vice Mayor Casello properly adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m. (Continued on next page) 25 MEEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL ATTEST: //I• /)U� 7Jet M. Prainito, MMC lerk Jzz,e-'"775tL-' Jk(�fith A. Pyle, C� eputy City Clerk 26 SEPTEMBER 3, 2015 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH Joh Casello, Vice Mayor David er, Com oaisekm r -Mack M gommis; m - Michael M. Fitzpatrick, Commissio fer BB Commission - Sept 3rd Agenda - Legislative Priorities and Lobbying Contract -'att.ne... Page 1 of 1 BB Commission - Sept 3rd Agenda - Legislative Priorities and Lobbying Contract Tuesday Septernber 1 2015 s 44 AM From: "John McGovern" <john-mcgovern@att.net'> To: "Jerry Taylor' <taylorj@bbfl.us> "Joseph Casello" <caselloj c@bbfl.us> "Michael Fitzpartick' <fitzpatrickm@bbfl.us> McCrayM@bbfl.us "David Merker' <merkerd@bbfl.us> Cc: "Janet Prainito" <prainitoj@bbfl.us> "Lori Lavernere" <lavemerel@bbfl.us> Boynton Beach City Commission Dear Members of the Commission In relation to the question I asked at the last commission meeting concerning the contract scheduled to be renewed with Ballard Partners, the city's lobbying firm, I write regarding the information I gleaned from the Agenda materials for the September 3rd meeting and results my own independent research. To review, the question I asked at the last commission meeting was this: Please have Ballard Partners document examples of successfully funded projects which they delivered to municipalities and entities which they represent? This question becomes even more important now that you are contemplating renewing their contract at the increased rate of $60K plus expenses According to recent press, the top four lobbying firms for one quarter "raked in" $18 million - 20 percent of the money spent by companies, non -profits, governments and special interests to sway lawmakers. Ballard tops the list with an estimated $5.6 mil for the third quarter of 2014 -the most recent data available. Ballard's top paying clients included Automated Healthcare Solutions ($227,000), US Sugar ($135000), Trump Organization ($105,000) and Investment Corporation of Palm Beach (controlled by the Rooney Family, owners of the Pittsburgh Stealers and the Palm Beach Kennel Club - ($105,000) While it is certainly nice that we, as a client of Ballard paying $60,000, are included among these wealthy entities, I have to wonder if the people of Boynton Beach benefited proportionally in comparison to these wealthy clients of Ballard. The euphemism "Palm Beach County - The Best of Everything" is praiseworthy as long as the interests of the people served are met. Secondly, a review of the data base of the Division of Electrons - FL Department of State reveals those individual legislators and entitites who are the beneficiarires of Ballard Partners "giving" - from funds including those paid to them by the City of Boynton Beach. The single largest recent gift on record went to Florida Public Health Fund (FPH) (PAC). Given the travesty committed in the Florida House during the last regular legislative session regarding their failure to expand Medicaid (which was the agenda passed by the Florida Senate) I doubt that the gift of $10,000 to FPH benefited the poor and most vulnerable citizens - especially seniors - of the City of Boynton Beach Thirdly, I note the near "purely Republican" nature of the beneficiaries of Ballard politcal contributions - the majority of whom, I hasten to add, are not connected in any way to Palm Beach County. Who are the legislators most likely to deliver on the interests expressed in Boynton Beaches Legislative priorities; they need to know that Boynton Beach exists "politically." I am beginning to see clearly why the City of Boynton Beach is something akin to the forgotten stepchild in the political process Given the rather ambitious list of priorities stated in your agenda as 2016 Legislative Phonties I wonder further about the ability of Ballard Partners to influence state public policy makers to pay attention to our priorities - with special interest to the issues closest to my interest - Historic Preservation, Cultural Tourism, Eco-tounsm and Transportation Are we going to get a return on our dollars sent to Ballard Partners? To repeat, if Ballard partners were to issue the list of their "biggest successes" (which was my actual question addressed at the last commission meeting) where would Boynton Beach fall? I hope you ask these questions prior to your vote on this issue of lobbyist contract spending. Best Wishes for success with your Legislative Priorities for 20161 However, I believe a few elements need to be brought "into line" for real success to be achieved. As a priority I would also suggest and like to see organized political action by citizens of the city to assist in the realization of the goals of the city in its legislative agenda. John E. McGovern, PhD 3929 Palladium Lake Dr. Boynton Beach, FL 33436 Home 561-736-5568 Mobile 561-876-6002 Florida Notary (commission expires December 2017) FL Certified Child Protection Specialist - FL Guardian ad Litem Program FL Supreme Court Certified Family Court Mediator Public Service and Commftmentto the City of Boynton Beach - partial list Founding Member and Board Chair - The Greater Boynton Beach Foundation (2008 - 2013) Boynton Beach Barrier Free Park - Ground Breaking https 1/www voutube com/watch?v=nrkwogvgZeE Barrier Free Park Dedication: "This park is a labor of love." http,//www.youtube.com/watch?v=nnFJ144 CzY Member -City of Boynton Beach Historical Preservation Advisory Board - Charter Member of group which drafted the Historical Preservation Ordinance "Don't Let Our History Destroy Our Future" https:/1www.youtube.com/Watch?v=tGvKb9GYE w SAVE Old Boynton Beach High School - Historical Preservation and City Planning Charet https //www voutube.com/watch?v-tGvKb9GYE w http.l/www boynton-beach.org/departments/historic preservation/historic high school/index.php Cultural Outreach and Development -McGovern / Krynicki Residence Pipe Organ Project, https:/twww.voutube.com/watch?v=iNDnCdtSw40 https://us-mg5.mail.yahoo.com/neo/b/message?sMid=2&fid=Sent&sorrdate&order=down... 9/1/2015 N 0 h I� N O OOC7 0000 MT c� L -O 000N ON O� O O O O N •O ',O O O O H ' N OOOOr N OOr N LO co C 'O 000� cV)No� o6 CM N CVV� N 00 ( O C Lf) In r W Vr 64 t09X. 64 t09- 64 64 64 64 ur V). 64 t09- 64 64 69{ vru 64 64{ 64 _ a) �[ c h O p � Np O� N E 0% N O v C 0 co a ° Q� L o a E !ft LZ U C } O N N N p p C p } U -C C _O N N N�� O U h �° .� p pL p "' N C -o 0 C U p G1 C 0 o—} C Q-0 p C> > p h 01 p)5-0 O C X:� N V) -0 O d GE p o -aQ N 0 D N N C L y 3 0 p } X� •� m ii C c c� N NN - m o —` ,-m V 4) Q N 10 0 p �U (A U U L � C od X 0 O 0 G! � U >> O N U U > ) p> N Q D C U. 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