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Minutes 06-07-16MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING HELD IN COMMISSION CHAMBERS 100 E. BOYNTON BEACH BOULEVARD, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA ON TUESDAY, JUNE 7, 2016, AT 6:30 P.M. PRESENT: Steven B. Grant, Mayor Mack McCray, Vice Mayor Commissioner Justin Katz Commissioner Christina L. Romelus Commissioner Joe Casello 1. OPENINGS A. Call to Order - Mayor Steven B. Grant Mayor Grant called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Lori LaVerriere, City Manager Jim Cherof, City Attorney Judith A. Pyle, Interim City Clerk Interim City Clerk Pyle called the roll. A quorum was present. Invocation Apostle Tommy Brown, New Disciples Worship Center, gave the invocation. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Vice Mayor McCray Vice Mayor McCray led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Agenda Approval: 1. Additions, Deletions, Corrections Mayor Grant pulled Consent Agenda Item I, Purchases over $10,000, to discuss the shades for Intracoastal Park. Commissioner Casello pulled Consent Agenda Item D, Approve settlement on a current utility account for previous owner's utility service for the property located at 908 NW 1 st Street. Motion Commissioner Casello moved to approve. Commissioner Katz seconded the motion. Meeting Minutes City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, Florida Vote June 7, 2016 The motion passed 4 -1, (Mayor Grant dissenting.) Mayor Grant thought the motion pulled the Item D from the agenda and learned it was pulled for discussion. 2. Adoption Motion Vice Mayor McCray moved to approve the agenda as amended. Commissioner Casello seconded the motion. Vote The motion unanimously passed. 3. OTHER A. Informational items by Members of the City Commission Commissioner Casello advised he attended the Boynton Beach Food, Wine and Brew event and participated in Memorial Day Observance held at Memorial Park. Commissioner Katz explained school was out and he can attend more events during the day. He went to the Copper Point Brewery Anniversary event and the Boynton Beach Food, Wine and Brew Festival. Last week, he attended the Memorial Day Ceremony and the D -Day Anniversary ceremony. Vice Mayor McCray attended the Memorial Day Celebration and the D -Day Anniversary. He had requested a citation for Mrs. Queen McClendon and he thanked Mayor Grant for attending the party and presenting it. Vice Mayor McCray explained Mrs. McClendon had played a part in his life and she attends and still is a member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church. Mrs. McClendon is 100 years young. She was an integral part of his life. He asked her why she sits in the back of the church and she responded it makes no difference where you sit, just that you get there. Commissioner Romelus met with the attorney representing Olen Properties and met with residents of Lake and Diane Drives and from other canals in the area. She attended the Food Wine Brew Festival. She would like the Festival to grow to a point they shut down Ocean Avenue for the event. She attended the Memorial Day Service at Memorial Park and she was humbled. She attended the South Tech High School Graduation Class of 2016 and congratulated all who had graduated and their families. She hoped the graduates would return to the City and continue to serve to make Boynton Beach great. 2 Meeting Minutes City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, Florida June 7, 2016 Mayor Grant advised on May 18 he and other Commissioners attended the Palm Beach County League of Cities Gala. On May 19 he attended the Metropolitan Planning Organization and met with the Rotary of Boynton Beach /Lantana, the Police Memorial Awards that night, and the CRA Community Officer Program. He commented they were looking to expand the program and join with Raise a Village and partner with the Boy Scouts for the Heart of Boynton Program. He spoke to Leisureville residents, attended Diane Springer's retirement party, and the Family Fun Fest at Carolyn Sims Park. On Saturday, he presented resident Leonard Ross with a Citation for participating in the Honor Flight. On May 22 he conducted the Gold Coast Band, he met with the developer of Cortina and attended a Sister Cities meeting and advised Sister Cities was looking to partner with Rauma Leimaa, Finland in the future. He attended a meeting with the Strategic Planning Group (SPG) consultants and met with Lake Worth Commissioner Maxwell and the City Manager regarding support for the Braves coming to John Prince Park. Mayor Grant attended the Police Department Traffic Safety awards where Gwen Mills and Officer Anthony Petriello were recognized for their outstanding service. He attended the Boynton Beach Mental Health Committee and the Crosspointe Elementary School graduation. He attended the Memorial Day event at the Cemetery, met with RN Logitec, and Green Light Energy International, who will work with City staff on the Strategic Plan to have more efficient lights. He met with the Rabbi of Temple Beth Kodesh, attended an ice cream social at Boynton Bay Apartments, the Harry Martin photo shoot, and Kids Learning Adventure Daycare locating in the former Pete Rose Ballpark Cafe. He attended Movies in the Park, and the grand opening of "The Box" for the new Boynton Beach Art District's coordinator Rolando Chang Barrero. He attended the Children Oasis International Man and Woman of the Year event for Derrick McCray and Sheila Ross and the Bible Church of God on Sunday and listened to Sheriff Candidate, Alex Freemant and Public Defender candidate William Abramson. He presented the citation for Queen Esther McClendon who turned 100 on June 4th, and gave the keynote address for the D -Day ceremony. He met with Feeding South Florida, a non - profit coming to the High Ridge business complex, and met with the President of the Boynton Woman's Club. 4. ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMUNITY & SPECIAL EVENTS & PRESENTATIONS A. Presentation of the annual "Bob Borovy Student Citizen of the Year" Award by members of the Education and Youth Advisory Board. Dr. Tiffany North, Chair of the Education and Youth Advisory Board (EYAB) explained the Bob Borovy Student Citizen Award was created in 2000 to recognize a graduating high school senior who best exemplify volunteerism and service to the community. Bob Borovy was a veteran and former Children and Youth Advisory Board member. He was active in Boynton Beach for many years. High school seniors write essays about what they have learned by volunteering in the community and provide three letters of 3 Meeting Minutes City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, Florida June 7, 2016 recommendation. The winner must be of good moral character, have done significant volunteer work and made significant contributions to the community. The award is funded through donations secured through the EYAB and the decision is made by a panel of judges including last year's winners. The second place winner of $300 was awarded to Hannah Berry. Ms. Berry graduated with a cumulative GPA of 4.17 from Boca Raton Christian School and Dr. North read letters from her teachers praising Ms. Berry's notable integrity and work ethics. Dr. North explained Ms. Berry went on several mission trips and engaged in activities to benefit underprivileged persons. She also volunteers in churches and has many extracurricular activities. Ms. Berry was recognized. The first place winner of the $1,000 Student Citizen of the Year Award will have their name placed on a permanent plaque in City Hall. Dr. North announced this year's winner was Kyler Correia. Dr. North explained Mr. Correia graduated from the Atlantic High School International Baccalaureate program and had volunteered over 1,500 hours for various causes. Dr. North noted the many attributes listed in his letters of recommendation. Mr. Correia will be attending the University of Southern California studying chemical engineering with an emphasis on petroleum engineering and a minor in business. Mr. Correia, the first place winner, arrived later in the meeting and was recognized. B. Presentation of the annual Youth Volunteer Bank awards by members of the Education & Youth Advisory Board. Carole Lundquist, EYAB member, explained the Youth Volunteer Bank was created in 1997 to facilitate, promote and reward youth who volunteer. It is a cooperative effort with the City, local businesses and individuals, volunteer organizations, and youth volunteers. Twelve volunteers from grades one through 12 recorded 1,033 hours of service. Since inception, 807 youth recorded over 60,500 volunteer hours and $22,770 in savings bonds and prizes had been awarded. Those present from the Youth Volunteer Bank were recognized. Commissioner Romelus expressed her pride in all the youth; especially Cody and Wyatt Craig, her neighbors, and all the parents who strive to make their children citizens of the world through community service. C. Announcement by Recreation & Parks Director Wally Majors regarding the "Wacky Water Day" event, which will be held at the John Denson Pool on Saturday, June 18 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wally Majors, Director, Recreation and Parks, announced the June 18 event at the John Denson Pool. He explained the event is part of the Play Outdoors Unplugged series. Calendars and postcards with the schedule of all the events for the rest of the year were in the back of the room. 4 Meeting Minutes City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, Florida Ju ne 7, 2016 Last month, the Recreation and Parks Department held Family Fun Fest on May 21st at Wilson Park. This was the first year for the event which was organized under Event and Program Manager, Mary DeGraffenreidt, who does an outstanding job scheduling activities at parks so families can enjoy a fun activity at little or no cost. The event was free and about 75 people attended. Those that participated received information from different services available to the community from the Solid Waste Authority, Officer Swan of the Boynton Beach Police Department, the Children's Services Council and the Schoolhouse Children's Museum. The events showcase the City's parks and they have a lot of partners to help the Department to provide events on a regular basis. Mr. Majors listed the Wacky Water Day activities and invited all to attend. Mayor Grant asked if there were new slides at the pool and learned the City replaced the original slide with a three flume slide that is very colorful. D. The City Commission, CRA Board and respective staff will be having a Strategic Planning Workshop /Special Meeting on Friday, June 24, 2016 at the Intracoastal Park Clubhouse, beginning at 8:30 a.m. This meeting is open to the public. Mayor Grant announced the workshop. This meeting will be recorded in the Sunshine. E. Announcement of CRA Redevelopment Plan Public Workshops: Not in the Sunshine A third (3rd) public workshop will be held on Saturday, June 11, 2016, from 9:00 a.m. to noon in the Boynton Beach City Library Program Room located at 208 South Seacrest Boulevard. Mayor Grant announced the workshop which will not be held in the Sunshine. A fourth (4th) public workshop (stakeholders /development community) will be held on Tuesday, June 21, 2016 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am in the Boynton Beach City Library Program Room located at 208 South Seacrest Boulevard Boynton Beach, FL 33435. Strategic Plan Initiative Goal 2 - Energetic Downtown: Focal Point for Boynton Beach - Action Item 2.3 - Consolidated CRA Plan Mayor Grant announced the workshop and reiterated it would not be held in the Sunshine. E. Proclaim June 6 -10, 2016, as Code Enforcement Officers' Appreciation Week, Chris Yannuzzi will accept the Proclamation on behalf of the Code Enforcement Division. Mayor Grant proclaimed June as Code Enforcement Officer's Appreciation Week. Chris Yannuzzi, Code Compliance Coordinator, and his staff were recognized. Mayor Grant read the proclamation and presented it to Mr. Yannuzzi. Meeting Minutes City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, Florida June 7, 2016 Mr. Yannuzzi thanked the City Commission for the recognition and explained he just finished his second week as Code Compliance Coordinator. He acknowledged former Code Compliance Coordinator, Diane Springer, for her 17.5 years of dedicated service and the great work of the officers and staff. It was noted Officers Pierre and Cain were not present. 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) Butch Buoni, 450 Horizons East, #305, President of the Sterling Village Condominium Association, referenced 601 S. Federal Highway which would come before the City Commission. He understood zoning changes do not have to be approved with any legal consequences. The Association prefers a 45 -foot MLU -1 District instead of a 75 -foot building. Shared parking will be a factor with Pence Park that does not have enough parking. He commented there did not appear to be compatibility or a demonstrated need for the project and the scale of it was not right. He noted MLU -1 and MLU -2 is only a recommendation and Las Ventanas increased traffic considerably. He did not know how 500 Ocean would affect the area and thought the possibility of the project becoming a rehabilitation residence was present. Sonny Garcia, 1631 NW 3` Lane, noted Mayor Grant made a statement on May 27, 2016, to the Palm Beach Post that he does not involve Commissioners in his decisions because he was told he is the Mayor and this is the Mayor's meeting. Mr. Garcia pointed out the agenda indicates it is a Commission meeting. All on the Commission are elected officials, and they all must make things better for Boynton Beach. The Mayor holds the meeting, but the entire Commission makes the decisions. Commissioner Casello explained the comments may have been taken out of context. The Commissioners are stewards and the meetings belong to the people. Mayor Grant was trying something new because he was told he could. Commissioner Casello noted due to Sunshine Law, the Mayor is unable to speak to the other Commissioners before implementing a new procedure for the City Commission meetings. Moving forward, he will talk to the other Commissioners if wanting to implement something new. Mr. Garcia thought he should be careful of his quotes. Vice Mayor McCray thanked Mr. Garcia for his comments. Edwin Ferguson, 41 W. 27 Street, Riveria Beach, introduced himself as a candidate for the District 88 seat in the Florida State House of Representatives. He is an attorney in Riviera Beach for 11 years and is from West Palm Beach. He gave his educational credentials and advised he opened an office in Riveria Beach specializing in personal injury, real estate litigation and closings. He commented it is important to have a statesman to listen to citizen concerns and champion their causes. He will be in the C: Meeting Minutes City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, Florida June 7, 2016 area between now and August 30, 2016. Vice Mayor McCray noted Mr. Ferguson and his family attended St. John Missionary Baptist Church and stayed for the entire service. Sarah Younger, 619 SW 2 nd Avenue, requested the City Commission consider a resolution regarding Solar Energy. Residents have the opportunity, in the August election, to approve Amendment 4 to amend the constitution and exempt the value of solar panels and other renewable energy equipment from the Tangible Personal Property Tax for 20 years. It also exempts them from real property taxes and it lowers solar energy costs for installations which are passed on to the consumer. Sixty percent approval is needed. The amendment lays the groundwork for cleaner energy. She commented Florida has the greatest potential for rooftop panels, but only 8,500 residents have them. Less sunny states, such as New Jersey, have over 40,000 solar energy users. Ms. Younger left the information for the Commission to review. Jerry Taylor, 1086 SW 26th Avenue, was pleased the City recognized outstanding youth in the City, but read the City spent $25,000 to upgrade the Hester Park Press Box, where five or six youth caused $30,000 damage. The youth were 13 to 18 years old and he commented the youth need to be taught there are consequences for bad behavior. The parents should be held financially responsible. Mr. Taylor noted school recessed for the summer. If the families do not have the means to be financially responsible for the damage, he thought the responsible youth working for three months at the County garbage dump or some other work activity the City finds would get their attention. He thought the lesson needed to be taught now. Matt Burger, 221 SW 6 th Street, Lake Boynton Estates, explained the neighborhood is the oldest residential neighborhood in the City. At the last meeting, the City Commission heard lawyers from a developer threaten the City with a lawsuit if they decided to vote down a building in a land- locked area behind their neighborhood. Mr. Burger asserted the City Commission and lawyers framed the argument the City would be sued, lose, have to pay the owners and they would build the project anyway. The City Commission dismissed the southern route and did not think about it or acknowledge it and commented seven years ago, the City studied an alternate route that was safe and would not go through the neighborhood. He recalled Jeff Livergood, Director Public Works and Engineering, had said the southern route would be a nightmare for an engineer. Mr. Burger commented engineers go to college to learn how to solve problems. He proposed the City Commission reconsider the matter. Commissioner Katz respected Mr. Burger's position, but pointed out Mr. Livergood is one of the finest employees in the City and he did not want Mr. Livergood criticized for giving an honest recommendation Minister Bernard Wright, CEO of Bernard Ministries and the Wells Foundation and Real Talk Radio commended the Commission, public audience and the City's first responders. He thanked Jeff Livergood for the two new swings that were installed as Mr. Livergood was attentive to Minister Wright who was concerned about the children PA Meeting Minutes City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, Florida June 7, 2016 and the community. He explained God was using him as a voice in the Heart of Boynton and Mayor Grant had previously met with him on his radio show. He asked if Mayor Grant could meet someone with a spirit for a better Boynton. Minister Wright explained the issues have to be about support of what is right for the people. He admonished the community for judging one another and explained they must come together. Jeremy Wilson, 330 SE 34 Avenue, Gulfstream Estates, commented he supports individuals with drug and alcohol issues being rehabilitated, but since he moved to his neighborhood in 2006, there has been an increase in recovery residences there. People that are not familiar with the neighborhood and traffic from vans transporting individuals have increased. Groups of people hang out in garages or in backyards making noise and fighting and vehicles speed and run stop signs with kids playing in the neighborhood. There are six recovery homes on his street and the cross street and the problem is worsening. Cars have been vandalized and gas stolen from his vehicle. People walk around at all hours of the night and the police have been called. He thought the homes should be in industrial areas because it is big business. Most recovery homes are run down and it brings down the neighborhood. He questioned if these individuals had criminal or sexual predator backgrounds or if those issues are hidden through the rehabilitation process. He requested this be put on a future agenda. Commissioner Casello acknowledged it was an issue that was not unique to the City. A Task Force was formed by the State Attorney and the City has had round table meetings with Congresswoman Frankel and the Assistant Director of HUD to address the issues legally. The Americans with Disability Act gives recovery homes a lot of latitude. The City is aware of the issue, but slow progress was being made. Jervonte Edmonds, 905 Southridge Road, commented he was impressed with the work done by Assistant Police Chief Snow, as she has created a call to action for the Heart of Boynton. Suits for Seniors is an eight -week program facilitated by Aid to Victims of Domestic Violence. The purpose is to educate senior students to provide them with an opportunity to go to college or gain knowledge. It empowers seniors at Boynton Beach High School. He announced suits or monetary gifs are accepted and it would all go to the students to ensure they are ready to enter their next stage in life. The website was www.suitsforseniors.org He introduced his colleague "Jackie" who could answer any questions. Vice Mayor McCray asked if Mr. Edmonds contacted the two officers on MLK Boulevard because they have an outreach program. Chief Snow would provide him with the information. Commissioner Romelus mentioned she had spoken to "Jackie" and she will speak at their event. Dr. Piotr Blass, 113 W. Tara Lakes Drive, was impressed with the new Commission and thought Mayor Grant's activity list was incredible. Dr. Blass advised he was in Poland and Peru continuing the University of Boynton which has about 50 graduate 1.1 Meeting Minutes City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, Florida June 7, 2016 students and that the Mayor had indicated he would get a small classroom with fiber optics. He thought the Old High School would remain and house many things including the University. He proposed the City construct a 34 -story building in phases and to scale. The prime location is an asset to the City and not an expense. Dr. Blass noted the issue with sober homes and commented the ADA was not meant to destroy the City and he offered his assistance. He also understood All Aboard Florida would pass through the City at 80 mph and thought a train stop in Boynton Beach would be appropriate. He agreed the students receiving awards earlier in the meeting was great and commented when he goes to Poland, he works with the brightest students in the country and it is good to see wonderful people all over the world. Diane Lester, 2120 NE 1 St Lane, thanked Vice Mayor McCray for the acknowledgement of the citation for her grandmother and thanked Mayor Grant for presenting it to her. It meant much to the family. Vice Mayor McCray expressed the citation was from the entire Commission. No one else coming forward, Mayor Grant closed Public Audience. 5. ADMINISTRATIVE 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: Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals: 2 Alts Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board: 1 Reg Education and Youth Advisory Bd: 1 Stu NN Historic Resource Preservation Bd: 1 Reg Library Board: 1 Reg Senior Advisory Board: 1 Reg and 2 Alts CRA Advisory Board Motion Vice Mayor McCray moved to remove from the table. Commissioner Romelus seconded the motion. Vote The motion unanimously passed. M Meeting Minutes City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, Florida June 7, 2016 Motion Commissioner Romelus moved to nominate Rick Maharajh to the CRA Advisory Board. Commissioner Casello and Vice Mayor McCray seconded the motion. Vote The motion unanimously passed. Rick Maharajh, 1627 Cetona Drive, thanked the City Commission and pledged his commitment to serve. Historic Resource Preservation Board Motion Commissioner Casello moved to appoint Dr. Pederson. Vice Mayor McCray seconded the motion. Vote The motion unanimously passed. 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. R16 -072 - Approve Resolution repealing Resolution of Necessity R16 -020. B. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R16 -073 - Authorize the City Manager to apply for and complete all documents associated with the South Florida Water Management District Cooperative Funding Program, accept the grants, and execute the Grant Agreements for the three (3) projects, if awarded, total amount of funding requested was $650,000. C. Approve Task Order # U -1A -06 with Globaltech, Inc. ( Globaltech), in the amount of $59,610 to prepare plans and specifications to replace the existing wastewater treatment plant at Oceanfront Park. This is in accordance with the approval of RFQ 017 - 2821- 14 /DJL, General Consulting Services, Scope A as approved by the City Commission on July 1, 2014. 10 Meeting Minutes City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, Florida June 7, 2016 D. Approve settlement on a current utility account for previous owner's utility service for the property located at 908 NW 1st St, Samuel A. Mendez and Wendy Y Mendez, current owner. Proposed settlement: $400. Commissioner Casello pulled item D and understood the home was a foreclosure, had been purchased by a couple and the property may be flipped. There was a lien on the property resulting from an unpaid water bill. Colin Groff, Assistant City Manager - Services; Utilities Director, explained there was an unpaid debt, not filed as a lien. The Lien Ordinance was passed about two months ago to place liens on utility debt and this account was not included because the Ordinance was not in effect. It was posted as a debt on the public record that could be searched by a title agency. It is assumed it would be found. Commissioner Casello asked why the City Commission would forgive $2,500 of the original $2,900 amount. Mr. Groff responded the customer asked for settlement of $400, but staff does not have the administrative authority to settle these types of issues and it has to come to the City Commission. In all the instances, staff has the authority to work out a payment plan. Mayor Grant queried when the lien was recorded. Mr. Groff explained the debt was recorded at the time the debt occurred on the property sometime in 2008 or early 2009 and the debt grows because they are billed every month. Mayor Grant noted the debt was recorded on January 3, 2011, by Code Compliance against 908 NW 1 St Street. The case arose September 30, 2010. The total amount was $384 for four inspections and a $250 filing fee. National Title Insurance says the debt was not recorded and the homeowner would have to sue the insurance company to get the money. Vice Mayor McCray inquired what the original amount was. Mr. Groff did not know and explained the late fees accounted for $400 to $500 of the $2,900. He explained it has only been the last two or three years, the City was aggressively turning off service. Prior to that, it would have been a year before services were stopped. When the service is cut off, there is a base fee that accrues even if no one is in the house. Commissioner Casello recommended the City Commission formulate a payment plan since it was an investment property. Mr. Groff clarified it may not be as staff was only aware the foreclosed home was purchased via special warranty deed. Until a payment plan is in place, they cannot get service. The owners offered the $400 and the City could counter. Mr. Groff explained the average bill is $60 per month and it took a year to a year and a half to shut the water off. Staff does not know when residents move out. The system then did not have a lot of data. The amount should have been paid at closing. Mr. Groff explained there is a policy issue and they will present a policy which permits some type of administrative decision making within certain ranges with specific criteria. This request will be the third residential request and there were previously two or three commercial properties. 11 Meeting Minutes City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, Florida June 7, 2016 Mayor Grant commented the letter they got from the insurance company may have been wrong. The options were to allow them to sue the insurance company or move on with building Boynton. Commissioner Katz asked about the settlement amounts for the previous cases and learned the last debt was about five months ago for about $1,800 and the customer offered $400. It was the exact same situation, the title company missed it and refused to pay and the owners offered $400. There was some discussion at the time and the $400 was accepted for the $1,800 debt. Commissioner Romelus did not want to set a precedent. Vice Mayor McCray commented the City would not recoup all the money, but thought half was appropriate. Commissioner Romelus agreed. Motion Commissioner Romelus moved to settle for half of the $2,905.25 (one -half $1,452.62) Commissioner Casello seconded the motion. Vote The motion unanimously passed. E. Approve full release of surety for the project known as "Boynton Plaza - Publix ", and authorize returning the $108,702 performance bond for the water and sewer utilities. F. Approve the purchase of Hydraulic Modelling software from Innovyze of Monrovia, CA, in the sum of $27,700 which includes Software licensing of $25,000 and $2,700 for annual maintenance. Innovyze is a sole source for InfoWater and InfoSWMM software modules that will be used to assist the Utilities ongoing master planning work. G. Declare 20 City vehicles as surplus and approve the sale of these vehicles via the auction process. H. Approve the purchase of two Flash CAM 880SX Mobility Starter Packages, which includes two portable, motion - activated cameras that can be deployed as needed, Purchase from Q -Star Technology of Torrance, CA under General Services Administration (GSA) contract GS- 07F -0355U for $15,360 as permitted under the City's purchasing procedures. I. Accept the written report to the Commission for purchases over $10,000 for the month of April 2016. Mayor Grant noted there were two orders and wanted to discuss the shademakers. He asked if they could install trees instead of paying $64,000 to create shade. 12 Meeting Minutes City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, Florida June 7, 2016 Jeff Livergood, Director Public Works and Engineering, explained these were two different projects. The first project was about $40,000 to replace the north and center sail at Oceanfront Park. It would be harder to plant trees there because it is a harsh environment. Staff thought they could solve the problem at Oceanfront Park because the old cabling was galvanized and there were abrasions causing the sails to deteriorate more quickly. Staff will replace the cables with stainless steel. He thought it would work better and commented there would be the same issue with the south sails. Staff was also looking for other shade alternatives at Oceanfront Park such as fixed structures because, in addition to the sails, there were problems with the poles and corrosion. Staff wanted to consider longer range alternatives in the next five years for Oceanfront Park. Mayor Grant noted there was a 10 -year warranty for the sails and asked if it covered hurricanes and learned it did not. Mayor Grant asked if the item was not approved, if there would be shade and learned there would be no shade. Mr. Livergood thought the City would get five to seven years from the sails and hoped changing the cabling would help, but it would also depend on what storms would come. Some sails were already replaced, but the sails were all different sizes and were custom made. Staff required all the triangles to be the same size at Intracoastal Park so it would be easier to replace and have stock. Mayor Grant asked if there was an estimate for a permanent structure. Mr. Livergood did not as the City had considered different types of aluminum with a more decorative or artistic flair as something different should be done for Oceanfront Park. Mayor Grant asked if park attendance would decrease if there were no shade, but Mr. Livergood did not know. Mr. Livergood explained staff contemplated providing a shade system with trees next to it with a planting plan so as trees matured, they will replace the shades. He noted it takes 15 to 25 years for trees to mature. Motion Mayor Grant passed the gavel to Vice Mayor McCray and moved to wait on the shade makers at Oceanfront Park. Ms. LaVerriere explained this is a transparency item. The items on the list were previously approved and already ordered. Vice Mayor McCray passed the gavel back to Mayor Grant. Commissioner Casello asked if the City could make the sails all one size and learned they could not because the sizes at Oceanfront Park were based on height and the location of the poles. No action was needed as the items fall under the administrative spending threshold of the City Manager with a construction limit of $75,000 or purchases under $10,000. J. Accept the Fiscal Year 2015 -2016 Budget Status Report of the General Fund and the Utilities Fund for the seven (7) month period ending April 30, 2016. 13 Meeting Minutes City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, Florida June 7, 2016 K. Approve the one -year extension for RFPs /Bids and /or piggy -backs for the procurement of services and /or commodities as described in the written report for June 7, 2016 - "Request for Extensions and /or Piggybacks ". L. Approve the minutes from the Economic Development Workshop on May 3rd, 2016 and the Regular City Commission meeting held on May 17, 2016. Motion Commissioner Romelus moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Vice Mayor McCray seconded the motion. Vote The motion unanimously passed. 7. BIDS AND PURCHASES OVER $100,000 - None 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. 10. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT A. Discuss Budget Workshop times for July 18 -20, 2016. Ms. LaVerriere announced the workshop dates on July 18 19 and 20th, in the Library Program Room and invited the public to attend. She explained staff tries to stagger the beginning times over the three days to allow those who work to participate. Staff lists the start time which is at the discretion of the Commission, and does not list an end time. It is up to the Commission each day to determine when they want to end. Last year, the first workshop started at 2 p.m., at 10 a.m. for the second workshop and at 2 p.m. for the last workshop. Mayor Grant asked if the workshops would be recorded and learned they would. Vice Mayor McCray commented he had a conflict, but would make adjustments. The start times were 2 p.m., 10 a.m., and 2 p.m. respectively. Motion Commissioner Casello moved to accept those times. Commissioner Katz seconded the motion. 14 Meeting Minutes City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, Florida June 7, 2016 Vote The motion unanimously passed. B. Presentation by Debby Coles -Dobay of update to the Public Art Strategic Master Plan. Ms. Coles- Dobay, Public Art Manager, gave a brief video presentation and Master Plan update, and explained the document in the agenda backup will discuss the Plan's process, topic review and the public art engagement sessions the Arts Commission hosted. The video will showcase the existing art in the City and then a brief future public art concept of what is envisioned will be presented. The Commission viewed the video. Ms. Coles -Dobay reviewed public art concepts and where the Master Plan would take the City. She explained public art is a public process. The art is accessible and it creates environments and placemaking. There are 60 public art programs in Florida and 500 in the U.S., which contributes to economic development and supports jobs and cultural tourism. The Arts Commission reviewed City and CRA plans which were listed. A public art survey was conducted to obtain consumer and stakeholder input. The survey supported the art in the program was the art the community liked, but more functional art was wanted. The top three types of public art wanted was kinetic, eco and glass art. Future public art concepts included expanding the Avenue of the Arts and using Downtown Boynton as a cultural district. The 2010 Strategic Plan included creating public art entryways. Images of art and kinetic art were viewed that could be used on Gateway and N. Federal Highway. The pieces could be lit at night. The Town Square Plan included entryway features, which could also be kinetic art that was lit at night. Public art could be included in Sara Simms Park. The Arts Commission has always discussed having decorative features added to the water tower. It is an iconic feature which boaters use to navigate. It could also help with branding and visibility. Quantum Park is a future project and an eco -artist should be included on the team to help with planning. A picture of art at a dog park which made the park fun was viewed. The AIPP program has visioning criteria for events and programs and Ms. Coles -Dobay conveyed the Arts Commission wants to continue the programs they have that are successful. They will continue with the International Kinetic Art Symposium, the Avenue of the Arts, the Conrad Pickel Glass Art Celebration and the many artist exhibits and receptions. Ms. Coles -Dobay had announced the Harry Martin Exhibit and Reception was held on June 6. The reception went well and featured a video how Mr. Martin creates his photographs. There was an after party at Marriot TownPlace Suites with a live 15 Meeting Minutes City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, Florida June 7, 2016 demonstration in the pool. The photographs taken underwater will be posted on social media, be voted on, and the chosen images will be displayed at the Library. A silent auction will be held. Ms. Coles -Dobay noted some pieces already sold. Commissioner Casello thought something should be done with the water tower and learned the Arts Commission has ideas and concepts. Vice Mayor McCray thanked Ms. Coles -Dobay for the report and thought there were many great things occurring in the City. 11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None 12. NEW BUSINESS A. Mayor Grant has requested the City Commission discuss the current temporary suspension of Special Event Permitting at Sara Sims Park. On February 16, 2016 the City Commission decided to temporarily suspend the issuance of any Special Event Permits at Sara Sims Park. The February 16, 2016 meeting minutes are attached. Mayor Grant learned there were a few requests to use the park for graduation events which were denied. He asked if anyone had comments regarding suspending permits for that park. Vice Mayor McCray explained the Commission stopped issuing permits because he received many complaints the park was being used for the wrong purpose. A resident applies for a permit for 100 guests. The party is advertised on social media and 700 to 800 people show up. Two men were killed the last time this occurred. He noted a Dade County nurse was shot and killed in similar circumstances. Since suspending the permits, there has been no loss of life and residents have not complained they cannot access their driveway. Residents indicated they want the City to improve the park, but parking is terrible. Vanessa Snow, Assistant Police Chief, explained since the moratorium, they have not received any complaints regarding ATVs or large gatherings in and around the community since January 2016. Vice Mayor McCray favored keeping the moratorium in place until the City got a better handle on what is occurring at the park and other parks with better parking are available. He did not want anyone else lose their life. Commissioner Casello asked Chief Snow how the Department would handle crowd control when there are 500 attendees at an unpermitted event. Chief Snow responded their intent is not to impede on citizens enjoying themselves on City property. The issue surfaces when there are noise or ordinance issues or streets are shut down preventing public safety access. There is a special permit. Police staff and Road Patrol is notified, who will drive by and monitor the event. If they see the crowd is getting louder and 16 Meeting Minutes City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, Florida June 7. 2016 violating ordinances, the Officers will take proactive measures. Commissioner Casello thought it was a problem if the permit specified 100 attendees and 500 people showed. 13. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD A. Reports -- None B. Pending Items 1. City Services Survey for the CRA Mayor Grant had a copy of the 2013 and 2014 Financial Advisory Committee (FAC) Survey with 11 survey questions the FAC created that was conducted through Survey Monkey. The survey was promoted through social media and the internet asking residents, City staff and anyone else for suggestions and comments on how to make Boynton Beach better. He spoke to ITS Director John McNally who indicated the City has an account with Survey Monkey. He wanted the CRA Advisory Board to issue a City Services Survey for the CRA to determine how the City and CRA are doing in the CRA area. Commissioner Katz asked if they were requesting the CRA Advisory Board create the survey questions and learned they would. They could use prior budget surveys as a guide. Commissioner Katz asked if the CRA Advisory Board creates the questions, and it comes before the CRA Board for approval, if the Board had any authority to add or remove a question or if they had to approve or deny the survey. Ms. LaVerriere understood if the City Commission gives the assignment to the CRA Board, they can craft a draft and bring it back under reports and the Commission will look at it. Mayor Grant commented that was what the FAC had done and they had the blessing of the City Commission. If the City Commission gives the assignment to bring back a draft for review, they have the authority to make changes. Mr. McNally explained Survey Monkey is a service used to create surveys. The City Commission would need a vehicle such as Facebook, Twitter or an email blast requesting the public follow the link and participate. There would be a date certain to complete the survey, compile the results and present it to the City Commission for direction. Commissioner Casello asked if the survey could be posted on the City website and learned they could post the link to the survey. Commissioner Katz asked if Survey Monkey restricts IPS addresses. Mr. McNally explained there are mechanisms in place to ensure no one stuffs the ballot box. The annual subscription is a few hundred dollars a year. It was noted that in addition to the FAC, the Arts Commission also used Survey Monkey. 17 Meeting Minutes City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, Florida June 7, 2016 Motion Vice Mayor McCray commented he was in favor of letting the CRA Advisory Board develop a draft, and the City Commission approve it before it is posted on Survey Monkey. Mayor Grant asked if he would make it into a motion. Vice Mayor McCray so moved. Commissioner Casello seconded the motion. Vote The motion unanimously passed. C. New Assignments -- None Mayor Grant explained he would like to authorize the CRA Advisory Board to research additional grants for the CRA. The CRA staff has a lot to do and the CRA Advisory Board looking for extra free money would be beneficial for the CRA. Commissioner Casello thought there was enough staff to look for grant funds and did not think the Advisory Board was established for that task. Mayor Grant thought if not given the opportunity, the CRA could miss out on free money. Commissioner Romelus asked for Ms. Brooks' opinion. Ms. Brooks explained she did not know if the CRA Advisory Board has the time, because most of the members work. The CRA does not have a grants person on staff, but has received grants. One was from Solid Waste and another was from the Environmental Protection Agency. Staff looks for grants and had a grant expert work with them about six months ago to see what grants were appropriate. Some grants are not good for governmental entities and some are. It depended on the scope of work. Ms. Brooks advised the CRA had been through this and know what entities will fund them. The CRA received a grant for water taxi slips, but cannot buy land with grants funds. Most of the CRA money is spent on property acquisitions. Commissioner Casello asked if it would be helpful or if it was sufficient the way they were currently operating. Ms. Brooks responded the CRA Advisory Board is currently going through the entire CRA Board agenda, and was evaluating Artwalks. The Advisory Board members were at the last meeting until 9 p.m. and she thought it would be too much work. Vice Mayor McCray preferred the CRA Advisory Board work on the survey and they defer this item to another time. There was agreement the item would be deferred. 14. LEGAL - None 15. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS A. Discussion of Quantum Park Overlay District requested by Commissioner Katz - June 21, 2016. im Meeting Minutes City Commission Meeting Boynton Beach, Florida lune 7 gnis Commissioner Katz received recommendations and concerns regarding the Overlay District as a special taxing district. Through discussion with individuals involved in Quantum Park and individuals involved in litigation pertaining to the Overlay District, he thought there were some alternatives that could be pursued that may reduce the tax burden on affected individuals and remove some of the problems that existed for the last few years. 16. ADJOURNMENT Motion Vice Mayor McCray moved to adjourn. Commissioner Katz seconded the motion that unanimously passed. The meeting was adjourned at 8:18 p.m. Mayor 9 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH r� Mayor - Steven B. Grant 4 ' - , Commissioner - Christina Romelus Commissioner - Joe Casello ATTEST c= Ju h A. 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