Minutes 02-07-17MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY
FEBRUARY 7, 2017, AT 6:00 P.M. IN COMMISSION CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
100 E. BOYNTON BEACH BOULEVARD, BOYNTON BEACH,.FLORIDA
PRESENT:
Steven B. Grant, Mayor
Mack McCray. Vice Mayor
Christina Romelus, Commissioner
Joe Casello, Commissioner
ABSENT:
Justin Katz, Commissioner
1. OPENINGS
A. Call to Order - Mayor Steven B. Grant
Mayor Grant called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M.
Lori LaVerriere, City Manager
James Cherof, City Attorney
Judith A. Pyle, City Clerk
CLOSED -DOOR SESSION to be held on February 7, 2017 commencing
at 6:00 p.m. in Commission Chambers at City Hall to discuss pending
litigation in the case: BARRY GOLDMAN, Plaintiff, vs CITY OF BOYNTON
BEACH, Defendant — Palm Beach County Circuit Court Case No.
2015CA011734XXXXMB
Mayor Grant announced the closed -door session regarding Barry Goldman vs. City of
Boynton Beach for the above captioned case.
Jim Cherof, City Attorney, announced present for the session was the City
Commissioners; Lori LaVerriere, City Manager; James Cherof, City Attorney; Tracy
DeCarlo, Assistant City Attorney; and a court reporter.
Mayor Grant recessed the meeting at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor Grant reconvened the meeting at 6:30 p.m.
Invocation was given by Reverend Bernie Macon
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Commissioner Casello
ROLL CALL
City Clerk Pyle called the roll. A quorum was present.
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Agenda Approval:
1. Additions, Deletions, Corrections
Mayor Grant requested hearing New Business items 12 B and 12 C after Item 3,
Announcements. Vice Mayor McCray requested moving Item 12 A as well and hearing
Administrative item 5 C before Item 4, Public Audience.
2. Adoption
Motion
Vice Mayor McCray moved to approve as amended. Commissioner Casello seconded
the motion.
Vote
The motion unanimously passed.
2. OTHER
A. Informational items by Members of the City Commission
Vice Mayor McCray advised he received an email from Ms. Oyer saying former Mayor
Gene Moore had passed. He corrected the record that Mr. Moore had not passed. He
visited the Marina project unannounced and praised staff on a job well done. He also
attended the Kinetic Art Event and met a New York artist who never heard of Boynton
Beach until he came to the event. The artist praised Ms. Coles-Dobay and Vice Mayor
McCray praised her as well. He attended the Four Chaplains on Sunday and the 5th
Annual Deshi Winter Festival at Boynton Beach High School which impressed him. He
enjoyed the festivities and music and noted about 12 individuals spoke English. He had
a fantastic time and recommended taking in shows of different cultures as it is enriching.
Vice Mayor McCray attended the swearing in of new police officers.
Commissioner Romelus announced she was appointed to the Tourist Development
Council by County Commissioner Mary Lou Berger. The Commission congratulated
her.
Commissioner Casello attended the Greater Boynton Beach Gala and Business
Awards, the swearing in of eight new Police Officers and an awards ceremony at Village
Royale. He attended the monthly Coalition of Boynton West Residential Association.
He worked with State Representative Lori Berman on the Farm Share free food
distribution held next to St. John Missionary Baptist Church and advised they served
over 300 families. He thanked all the volunteers as it was a great success. He attended
the Kinetic Art Symposium Opening night and met some of the artists. He thought some
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of the work was incredible. It was art in motion. Earlier today he spoke to Susan Oyer's
seventh grade classes about what is happening in Boynton Beach and his bacKground.
Some of the questions posed by the students were outstanding and the students
learned about Boynton Beach. He attended a fund raising event at the Kravis Center,
noting the guest speaker, Pit Bull, gave the key note address. He was surprised by his
humble beginnings and how he handles success and giving back to the communities.
Mayor Grant toured Galaxy Elementary School, reading to kindergarteners and first and
fourth grade classes. He attended Crosspointe Elementary School, grading a Spelling
Bee, reviewed the premises at Mignano Tree Care, went to a Galaxy Elementary
School fundraising event held at McDonalds and a Chamber of Commerce event at
Benvenuto. He attended a Cuban Delegation with County Commissioners and had a
wonderful Chinese New Year at East West Bistro. On the 31St, he met with Randy
Nobles of Habitat for Humanity and served as a judge for the Cultural Council's 10 by
10 Event including artwork from students and artists from throughout the County. He
presented a citation for Louis Pochtar at Brookdale Nursing Home who was celebrating
his 110th birthday, attended the investiture ceremony for Judge Lou DelGado, who is the
youngest and first elected Hispanic Judge and attended the Kinetic Art VIP night and
returned to the event on Saturday and Sunday. He attended the advisory board for
Connect to Greatness and attended the Deshi Winter Festival at Boynton Beach High
School, noting most of the attendees were from Bangladesh. He attended the Four
Chaplains Event as the key note speaker, watched the Superbowl and attended his
Town Hall meeting.
Mayor Grant advised the Town Hall meeting was an impromptu event. He wanted to
start solving issues in the City, but there was only one week's notice given. He advised
the event was well attended and the next event will be held in Chambers at 4 p.m. on
the first Monday of every month. More information was forthcoming, but he planned to
hold meetings around the City. He attended Congress Middle School, noting they just
received a federal grant for over $2 million over the next three years. Teachers and
students will receive iPADs and their Science Technology Engineering Art Math
(STEAM) program is outstanding. He gave a shout out to Captain Johnson for the Boys
in Blue Program. All praised the program.
Vice Mayor McCray explained he received several phone calls inquiring why the Town
Hall meeting was not advertised more. He explained the Kinetic Art Symposium
overshadowed, but he hoped when returning for a Town Hall meeting, the Mayor will
give more notice and Mayor Grant agreed.
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMUNITY & SPECIAL EVENTS & PRESENTATIONS
A. The Commission meeting on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 has been rescheduled
to Monday, March 6, 2017 at 6:30p.m. in the Commission Chambers due to
members of the Commission travelling to Tallahassee on March 7, 2017.
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Mayor Grant read the item.
B. City offices will be closed on Monday, February 20th in observance of
Presidents' Day.
Mayor Grant read the item
C. Announcement by Recreation & Parks Director Wally Majors about the 5th
Annual Barrier Free 5K Run, Walk & Roll that will be held on Saturday,
February 11 beginning at 7:30 a.m., and the Inaugural Magic Wheels and
Special Deals event that will be held on Friday, February 10 beginning at 4:00
p.m.
Wally Majors, Director, Recreation and Parks, announced the above event and the
partner event called Magic Wheels and Special Deals which they organized to
showcase the second time the Department had a magic wheelchair built for a special
child. He wanted to recognize those who built the magic wheelchair and give them the
opportunity to meet Emma and her mom Karen, to put a face to the picture. He thanked
Kevin Ramsey, City Project Manager and Police Officer Will Rodriguez who took a lot of
time and passion to build the wheelchair for Emma that will be unveiled on Friday,
February 10th at 4 p.m. at Barrier Free Park. He invited all to attend and noted last year,
many were moved by these special children. The park is designed to alleviate as many
barriers as possible for people with all levels of ability. Emma will be the honorary
starter of this year's Barrier Free 5K Run Walk and Roll. He introduced Lori Wilkinson,
who came in contact with Karen and Emma as a teacher at Royal Palm School.
Lori Wilkinson, SW Cranbrook Drive, Chair of the Greater Boynton Beach Foundation,
explained the Foundation is one of the sponsoring entities for the Barrier Free 5K Run
Walk and Roll event which starts at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday. She introduced Emma
Pietrafesa, the honorary starter with her mom, Karen, and advised this was a special
family. She applauded Karen's strength explaining Emma is 10 years old, and was born
with Cornelia de Lange Syndrome which presents many challenges. Additionally,
Emma's older brother is on the autism spectrum. A year and a half ago, the family
learned that Emma's father was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and he passed away
the day before Thanksgiving. This family shows what it means to be a tight unit. This
year, Emma starts the event in the magic wheelchair built by Mr. Ramsey and Officer
Rodriguez. She hoped many would support the event. Registration is online or via
postcards and the event is held in partnership with the City of Boynton Beach, Hunters
Run, the Greater Boynton Beach Foundation and the Realtors Association.
Commissioner Romelus asked how many parks the City has and learned there were 28
parks.
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D. Proclaim February 11th -17th, 2017 as 2-1-1 Awareness Week. Patrice
Schroeder, Community Relations Specialist, will be present to accept the
proclamation on behalf of 2-1-1 Helpline.
Mayor Grant read the proclamation. He conveyed he received a call from someone on
his cell phone asking about homeless shelters and he referred them to 2-1-1. The caller
called back the next day advising they helped but she needed further help and he
explained she still needed to call 2-1-1. He thanked 2-1-1 for their help in the
Community as they are available 24/7.
Sharon L'Herrou had heard about Karen Pietrafesa and her family noting even strong
moms need support. They can be overwhelmed and 2-1-1- was available to assist
them. She also noted the National Alliance for the Mentally III (NAMI) is also a close
partner. Often there are resources many do not know about. In addition, they staff the
calls for the National Suicide Hotline and if someone is desperate or distraught, they
should be urged to call them.
12 A. Approve the request of Vice Mayor Mack McCray to distribute $500 of his
Community Support Funds to Robert E. Wells Day. (Heard out of order.)
Vice Mayor McCray requested $500 of his Community Support Funds be disbursed for
the Robert E. Wells Day taking place in District II. Minister Wright is present and he
spoke last meeting about the event. He thought the funds would help him get the event
off the ground.
Motion
Vice Mayor McCray moved to approve. Commissioner Casello seconded the motion.
Vote
The motion unanimously passed.
B. Approve the request of Mayor Steven B. Grant to distribute $250 of his
Community Support Funds to Connect2Greatness, a non-profit organization.
An unidentified man noted board members Casandra Thaddeus, Cartier Scott and
Andrea Smith Thomas were present. They started an organization for young African
American boys in the community and he thanked Mayor Grant for the start-up funds for
the 6th to 8th grade boys leadership academy. It is a 15 -week program emphasizing
structure and things they need to keep young boys in Boynton heading in the right
direction. They will start with 50 young men in August working with schools, parks and
the Sims Center. He thanked the Fire Chief for the advisory meeting held in Boynton
Beach and the City and Mayor Grant for their support and assistance to kick off the
program. There are applications and registrations for participants starting in May as well
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as obtaining grown coaches/mentors to partner with the youth starting March 4th. More
information will be provided at the next meeting.
Vice Mayor McCray asked if the local churches were contacted and learned they had
and some members were at the advisory meeting.
Commissioner Casello asked about the eligibility requirements. Youth will obtain
applications or the organization will get requests from the teachers, parents, guidance
counselors and school administrators. The program will substitute sports only agendas
to give youth something positive academically and socially that they will look forward to
and be comfortable with.
Vice Mayor McCray asked if the participants would be rewarded at the conclusion of the
program and learned the organization has formed partnerships with TD Bank. They will
have scholarships at the end of the completion of the program and community service
projects, and participants will be rewarded by going to different facilities and parks and
cultural centers to expose them to new experiences. Vice Mayor McCray commented
this was the first time he was hearing about the organization and he directed Lori
LaVerriere to draw $500 more of his money to supplement this organization.
Commissioner Romelus asked if there was an affiliate group for young women/females
and was told they do not have a sister organization, but Cassandra Thaddeus worked
with the Women's Foundation. They do remarkable work with young women in the
STEM field and there were several different opportunities for young women of color to
participate through the STEM programs.
Motion
Vice Mayor McCray moved to approve Mayor Grant's and his additional amount.
Commissioner Romelus seconded the motion.
Vote
The motion unanimously passed. It was noted the total amount approved was $750.
C. Approve the request of Mayor Steven B. Grant to distribute $300 of his
Community Support Funds to NAMI of Palm Beach County, a non-profit
organization.
Mayor Grant wanted to highlight this organization because of the shooting that occurred
at Ft. Lauderdale airport by a mentally ill person. He wanted to ensure all that need help
get the help they need.
Katherine Murphy, National Alliance of the Mentally III (NAMI) Palm Beach County
representative, explained they have been in existence for 34 years, and every state has
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a NAM[.. They are the oldest grass roots mental health organization in the country and
they support family members of those with a loved one with mental illness, the afflicted
individual and the community. They provide education, advocacy and support and she
was present to request funds to provide a 12 session, 36 hour, educational program to
assist family members to learn how to live well with the mental illness. It is an evidence
based program. They have 15 people in Boynton Beach on the wait list, and they
wanted to bring the program to the City. The program is for those 18 years old and
older. The feedback they have received from prior classes is it is life changing.
Participants learn how to live well with the providers and how to cope and care for
themselves.
Motion
Vice Mayor McCray moved to approve. Commissioner Romelus seconded the motion.
Vote
The motion unanimously passed.
E. Proclaim the month of March 2017 as The City of Boynton Beach Firefighter
Appreciation Month. Jeaneece Washington, Fundraising Coordinator for The
Muscular Dystrophy Association will accept the proclamation. (Heard out of
Order)
Mayor Grant read the proclamation. Jeaneece Washington thanked the City
Commission and Fire Chief Joseph for the opportunity to speak on behalf of the
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Firefighters have been collecting funds for
MDA for over 60 years to hopefully one day find a cure. She announced two drugs
were released at the end of 2016: one for Duchenne and another for spinal muscular
atrophy. She thanked all.
Chief Joseph explained they will begin collections this Friday and their goal is again
$30K this year.
S.0 PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R17-013 - Authorize the Mayor to sign a
Sister City Agreement with Rauma, Finland. (Heard out of Order)
Jeanne Heavilin, President, Greater Boynton Beach Sister Cities, explained this
relationship started in June when they went to Finland and the City Commission
approved establishing a formal Sister City relationship with Rauma, Finland. At the end
of December, they forgot to ask for authorization for the Mayor to sign the official
agreement. If approved, it will be sent to Rauma. They were starting to make good
connections with the Finnish community in Palm Beach County. Mayor Grant will
speak at a Finnish American Chamber of Commerce lunch next Friday at Benevenuto.
She commented Finland is celebrating their 100th year of independence and Mayor
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Grant will lead a delegation to meet the Mayor in Finland in June. She requested the
Commission authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement.
Motion
Vice Mayor McCray moved to approve. Commissioner Casello seconded the motion.
Vote
The motion unanimously passed.
Peter Makila, Honorary Counsel to Finland, was present and explained he has been
working on this for the last five or six years, visiting several cities. This is the centennial
year Finland was free from Russia. They have celebrations here and the speaker of the
Finnish Parliament will be visiting on the 16th to the 19th. Mayor Grant will welcome
them at Benevenuto on Friday and all were welcome to attend the Centennial Gala to
be held on the 18tH
E. Proclaim the month of March 2017 as The City of Boynton Beach Firefighter
Appreciation Month. Jeaneece Washington, Fundraising Coordinator for The
Muscular Dystrophy Association will accept the proclamation.
(This item was addressed earlier in the meeting.)
Item 5 C. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R17-013 - Authorize the Mayor to
sign a Sister City Agreement with Rauma, Finland.
(This item was addressed earlier in the meeting.)
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)
Dodie Dinizo, 655 Riviera Drive, advised for the past two years, she has lived next
door to a sober home. The occupants moved out at the end of December due to the
moratorium, unfortunately in the beginning of January another group moved in. It is not
a sober home, but a group of commercial people. She wanted to know how the
occupants were allowed to rent the premises when there is a moratorium. She was told
by the owner of a house, the occupants were doing a job in West Palm Beach and there
are eight or more people in the home. She had no idea what kind of work they were
doing and thought it was construction. Mayor Grant commented he will talk to the tax
collector to ensure it is a vacation rental; otherwise Community Standards will. review
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the matter. She explained Mr. Pierre came to see her and was great, but it is not a
summer rental, it is people working for a business.
Commissioner Romelus understood from her conversations with Mr. Mack and her, this
is an AirBnB. The individuals are temporarily renting out the home as they complete
construction work and they will be leaving. If they are a nuisance, she can report it to
the police; but it has nothing to do with the group home moratorium.
Ms. Dinizo asked what comes after that as she lives in a single-family residence. Mayor
Grant explained if someone wants to be a landlord, they have to obtain a Business Tax
Receipt and it is allowed. The State of Florida dictates they cannot limit vacation
rentals.
Woodrow Hay, 427 NW 5th Avenue commended the City Commission contributing
funds to the various groups. The Boynton Beach Mental Health Committee works with
NAMI and they do not receive funds from the county or anywhere else. The only means
of funding they have is through contributions such as the City Commission. Currently,
they are working and training Fire and Police Department personnel at Fire Station No.
5 on mental health first aid, teaching officers and others to be aware and informed about
how to deal with those with mental illness. They have received funding from prior
Commissions and he encouraged the Commission to consider the Boynton Beach
Mental Health Committee.
James DeVoursney, 2625 Lake Drive North, commended the Mayor for having the
Town Hall meeting in view of recent violence in the community and thought it was great
to get the leaders involved in discourse to discover solutions. One item that came to
light is there is a serious communication issue in District II from the City to the residents
and there is a lack of role models in the community. He thought at some point, there
may have to be an advisory board on communication so they can communicate better
with the citizens. He also thought at some point, a community liaison advisory board
may be a great concept with Connect to Greatness, Coalition of Clergy and have a team
to help coordinate these meetings so they happen on a regular basis.
Vice Mayor McCray commented there is a meeting tomorrow night at 6 p.m. at the
Carolyn Sims Center for the first anniversary of the Community Policing program and he
would be present. He did not think there was a communication program, noting it was
an impromptu meeting and the kinetic art event was occurring. The Mayor assured him
they will be cognizant that communication is important. Mayor Grant noted the event on
Wednesday is being held by the Community Redevelopment Agency.
Bernard Wright, 713 NW 2nd Street, thought the meeting the Mayor held was great and
understood it was an impromptu meeting but contended there is a communication
problem and there could have been a greater turnout. He thought the City was moving
in the right direction with the City calendar they received, showcasing some of the City's
history. He wanted to be invited around the table in the future so they can get as much
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Black history included in the calendar. He thought there was very little, and the
calendar was white washed and he and others were offended. He announced February
7th was Robert E. Wells Day and they are holding the celebration on the 11th. He
thanked Vice Mayor McCray for his contribution making the event better than it was last
year. There are some contributors and the police should let people have fun with the
bounce houses, D.J. and others to make it festive. He thanked all on the dais, Warren
Adams, Historic Preservation Planner and the Historic Resource Preservation Board,
and .the Historical Society. He wanted the Historical Society to get more involved in
Black History and commented he should have been at the table when the calendar was
being compiled. The festival is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. between the Family Dollar store
and the MLK Mini Market. The CRA provided a platform.
Commissioner Romelus recalled Eleanor Krusell, Communications Manager, and some
of the Historical Society members had been asking the community for photographs for
months. Reverend Wright was unaware and had been to one of the Historical Society
Christmas parties held every year, but was disappointed, since he initiated the research
project they have not invited him back. The City requested residents provide photos and
information on Facebook and several social media outlets. She did not think Rev.
Wright was intentionally left out, the invitation was open. Rev. Wright differed.
Ricky Petty, 970 N. Seacrest Boulevard, introduced himself as the new Project Director
for Healthier Boynton Beach. He will be reaching out to the community and residents
on Boynton Beach Boulevard regarding the initiative which is funded through the Palm
Healthcare Foundation to improve healthy outcomes for family caregivers. He requested
anyone interested in being part of the initiative contact him and he provided his phone
number. Mayor Grant requested flyers for City Hall. Vice Mayor McCray noted the
program is under the umbrella of P2P from St. John Missionary Baptist Church.
No one else coming forward, Public Audience was closed.
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:
Arts Commission: 2 Regs and 2 Alts
Motion
Vice Mayor McCray nominated Lauren Huff as a regular on the Arts Commission.
Commissioner Romelus seconded the motion.
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Vote
The motion unanimously passed.
Motion
Commissioner Romelus nominated Golene Louis as a regular on the Arts Commission.
Vice Mayor McCray seconded the motion.
Vote
The motion unanimously passed.
Motion
Commissioner Casello nominated Clovis Moodie as an Alternate on the Arts
Commission. Vice Mayor McCray seconded the motion.
Vote
The motion unanimously passed.
Building Board of Adjustments & Appeals: 2 Regs and 2 Alts
Motion
Commissioner Casello nominated Daniel Berger as a regular member. Vice Mayor
McCray seconded the motion.
Vote
The motion unanimously passed.
Library Bd: 3 Regs and 2 Alts
Motion
Vice Mayor McCray was privileged to nominate this applicant as she was on the
Education and Youth Advisory Board and her application got stuck in the shuffle. He
nominated Dr. Stephanie Hayden as a regular member on the Library Board.
Commissioner Casello seconded the motion.
Vote
The motion unanimously passed.
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Recreation & Parks: 2 Regs
Motion
Vice Mayor McCray nominated Elizabeth Pierce Roe as a regular member.
Commissioner Romelus seconded the motion.
Vote
The motion unanimously passed.
Motion
Commissioner Romelus nominated Julie Mondello as a regular member. Vice Mayor
McCray seconded the motion.
Vote
The motion unanimously passed.
Senior Advisory Bd: 1 Reg and 2 Alts
B. Appoint the Chair and Vice Chair of the Recreation and Parks Board in
accordance with Ordinance 15-021.
Mayor Grant commented they just appointed new members and they were not able to
run for the Chair or Vice Chair. He asked if they would allow another meeting to see if
there were other nominations. Vice Mayor McCray noted this Board was the only Board
that had this Ordinance and inquired how this occurred. Lori LaVerriere, City Manager
explained this was old language as historically the City Commission does not appoint
the Chair and Vice Chair. This was an odd case when the Board was created. She
requested the Board permit an amendment to the Ordinance to allow the Board to self -
organize. Commissioner Casello thought dismiss the ordinance first instead of the other
way around. Ms. LaVerriere explained they will bring back an amendment at the next
meeting. There was consensus to do so.
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C. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R17-013 - Authorize the Mayor to sign a
Sister City Agreement with Rauma, Finland.
This item was addressed earlier in the meeting.
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
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all of the accompanying material to become a part of the Public Record and
subject to staff comments
A. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R17-014 - Approve and authorize signing of
an Agreement for Water Service outside the City limits with Gaspar Tomas &
Juana Vargas Velasquez for the property at 7661 High Ridge Road, Lantana, FL
33462.
B. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R17-015 - Amend the Utility Capital
Improvement Program (CIP) FY 2016-2017 budget, which will adopt amended
budgeted appropriations and revenue sources.
C. Authorize the use of Layne Christensen Company of Fort Myers, FL to
perform mechanical integrity testing of the Class I injection well located at the
West Water Treatment Plant (West WTP) for a lump sum price of $32,959.
D. Approve utilization of the National Joint Powers Alliance (NJPA) Contract
#011014 -SCA for "Sewer Cleaning, Hydro -Excavating, Inspection Equipment &
Miscellaneous Services" with Sewer Cleaning Company of America authorized
distributor, Pat's Pump & Blower of Boynton Beach for the purchase and delivery
of a new "Workhorse Easement Machine with accessories" in the amount of
$57,488.85. The NJPA procurement process satisfies the City's competitive bid
requirements.
E. Approve, Change Order No. 6 to Purchase Order #130850 to Rohl Networks,
LP in the amount of $60,000.00 for the Fiber Optic Cabling project, Bid No. 017-
2821-12/DJL, increasing the purchase order from $307,926.56 to $367,926.56.
F. Accept the Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Budget Status Report of the General Fund
and the Utilities Fund for the three (3) month period ended December 31, 2016.
G. Legal expenses - December 2016 - Information at the request of the
Commission. No action required.
H. Approve release of two restoration bonds in the amount of $49,774.89 (Phase
1A) and $22,775.12 (Phase 1B) for the site restoration of Cortina at Boynton
Village Project.
I. Accept first quarter report on operations of the Schoolhouse Children's
Museum and Learning Center for FY16-17.
Mayor Grant pulled this item to let Suzanne Ross talk about the Schoolhouse Children's
Museum.
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Suzanne Ross, Executive Director, Schoolhouse Children's Museum, explained the
First Quarter Report showed a loss of about $4,911 which is the result of several
factors. She explained the Museum budgets on a breakeven basis. Visits to the
Museum increased from 23,000 people in 2014 to 36,000 in 2016 which meant it was
necessary to add staff and conduct programs, evaluate existing programs, and plan and
promote new ones. She advised growth at that rate is unlikely to continue. The space
in which the Museum operates has changed. There has been an increase in
competition in the number of preschools offering VPK. As a result, they have to
reevaluate programs, their operations and identify opportunities to expand the
Museum's reach. One opportunity recently developed and submitted for grant funding
is called Museum on the Go. The programs are designed to bring Museum programs to
area preschools. She requested the Commission note the first quarter loss is a non-
cash loss. Depreciation for the quarter was $13,685. She noted it was not their
intention to operate at a deficit and she will monitor the budget carefully. In addition to
pursuing of grant funds for new programs, they have potential remedies to mitigate loss
if necessary.
Ms. Ross explained staffing has leveled off and that it takes time to recruit, hire and
train a team to serve the community and bring visitors to Boynton Beach. As of
December 2013, when she joined the team, the cash reserve at the Museum was
$55,669 and the museum was running a deficit of $41,888. Current cash reserves were
at $219,379.
Commissioner Casello noted the museum was almost closed when he was first elected.
Under her leadership, she turned the Museum around and he thanked her for her hard
work. Vice Mayor McCray pointed out the Museum was featured in many magazines
and he praised Ms. Ross.
Motion
Vice Mayor McCray moved to approve. Commissioner Casello seconded the motion.
Vote
The motion unanimously passed.
J. Approve the minutes from the Regular City Commission meeting held on
January 17, 2017.
Motion
Vice Mayor McCray moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Commissioner Casello
seconded the motion.
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Vote
The motion unanimously passed.
7. BIDS AND PURCHASES OVER $100,000
A. Approve the purchase of new and replacement vehicles as approved in the
FY2016/2017 budget in the estimated amount of $1,753,635.00 by utilizing the
following contracts: Florida Sheriffs Association Contract # FSA16-VEL24.0 and
FSA16-VEH 14.0.
Motion
Vice Mayor McCray moved to approve. Commissioner Casello seconded the motion.
Mayor Grant asked staff to look at electric vehicles as an option. He acknowledged
they are more expensive, but there are a lot of charging stations. He thought it could be
a pilot program.
Vote
The motion unanimously passed.
B. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R17-016 - Award the Bid for Roof Re -
Coating for Fire Station No. 5, Bid No. 008-2210-17/JMA and authorize the City
Manager to sign a contract with Solarguard Roofing, Inc. of Boca Raton, FL as
the lowest responsive, responsible bidder in the amount of $168,500 with a 10%
contingency for a total approved amount of $185,350.
Motion
Vice Mayor McCray moved to approve for discussion. Commissioner Casello seconded
the motion.
Vice Mayor McCray noted the building was less than 10 years old.
Kevin Ramsey, Project Manager, explained the building was constructed in 2009. The
roof was epoxy based which calls for maintenance every five years. Due to budget
constraints, the roof needs to be recoated.
Commissioner Casello asked about leaking from solar panels. Mr. Ramsey explained
the building had precast panels. There is a joint between,every so many feet of wall that
needs to be calked and coated, which was also included in the maintenance. Leaking
at the flashing by the parapet wall is also being addressed.
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Vote
The motion unanimously passed.
8. CODE COMPLIANCE and LEGAL SETTLEMENTS - None
Ms. LaVerriere introduced Mark Woods, the new Community Standards Director, who
started this Monday. He has many years of experience with several municipalities in the
Code Compliance and fire -related inspection fields. She announced he was from Lake
Worth, and the City is delighted to have him aboard.
Chief Joseph introduced Mark Woods, and explained he has over 30 years of Code
Enforcement and Community Standards experience. He has a Bachelor's degree in
Political Science from Bethune Cookman College, a Certificate of Leadership from the
University of Virginia, and over 15 years in leadership and management. The
department is reorganizing and moving forward with the new division and this is the last
cap stone for the leadership team to be in place.
Mark Woods was excited for the opportunity to serve and advised he looks forward to
bringin�q his experience and best practices to the City, moving the division and unit into
the 21S century. A great foundation was already laid.
Vice Mayor McCray welcomed Mr. Woods. Commissioner Casello noted Lake Worth
spoke highly of him.
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. 17-005 - FIRST READING - Approve and
amend Part III, Land. Development Regulations, Chapter 3, Article IV, Section
3.D use matrix notes, number 103, striking pilot program language and codifying
landscape debris stockpiling use and land development regulations.
Attorney Cherof read proposed Ordinance No. 17-005 by title only on first reading.
Andrew Mack, Development Director, explained Ordinance 14-019 was created as a
pilot program adopted by the City Commission on August 15, 2015. It was created for
the M1 zoning district and it allowed preexisting properties that stockpile to be
grandfathered in for 12 months. After the 12 months, the operator had to apply for a
Conditional Use approval. The Ordinance is set to sunset February 15, 2017. A map
identifying all the M1 zoning districts was viewed. The Land Development Regulations
require affected properties to have a minimum of 0.5 acres, a minimum 20 foot access
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road around the stockpile, be set back at least 30 feet from residential property and 25
from all other property lines. There must be a screening wall or fence and when it abuts
residential it must have a landscape barrier. The hours are limited from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
on weekdays and Saturday from 8 a.m. 12 p.m. The pile must be no higher than 12 feet
and during droughts, could be reduced to 6 feet. The pile is required to be covered by a
breathable blanket or sprinkler system approved by the Fire Marshall. The fire
regulations were to have a minimum setback of 25 feet from a commercial building and
40 feet from a residential building. Each pile was to be churned once per week and a
log maintained on site. A picture of the location was taken and a site visit was
conducted in January. The pile in the foreground was 12 feet high and another pile was
8 feet.
Prior to the adoption of the Ordinance, the City had no provision for vegetative matter
storage in the City. The regulations allowed for temporary storage of the matter as a
conditional use in the M1 zoning district after they met site specific and operational
requirements. The City issued one Business Tax Receipt for landscape debris to
Mignano Tree Care at 301 SE 10th Avenue and staff conducted several compliance
inspections. Two violations were noted on March 14th for the churning maintenance log
and sprinkler coverage and another for the pile height and maintenance log and
sprinkler coverage on September 16th. Once Mignano's was notified of the violation
they corrected all the violations within the stipulated time. There was another violation
for sprinkler coverage as water pressure is involved and the Fire Marshall noted some
adjustments were needed. They are scheduled to return February 15th to review them.
Mayor Grant had commented he visited the site and learned there were violations
regarding the sprinklers. They had 15 days to correct the matter and the Mignano's
were looking to add additional sprinkler heads and install a well and pump. He saw
there were 40 palm trees, and has seen pictures of the pile over the fence and wanted
to reduce the maximum height from 12 feet to 9 feet. He would rather have the
stockpile used for composting than the vegetative matter be burned.
Vice Mayor McCray commented when the trees grow taller they can raise the pile
height. Commissioner Casello had visited the property noting it was clean, but there
was a question about rats and roaches. He did not observe any rat problem and walked
the property of an adjacent business owner who did not experience any rat or roach
problems. He also walked the property of the complainant and took pictures of the
fence. He recommended reducing the pile height a few feet. The business owner
comes over on a daily basis and there is a fairly new churning machine on the
premises. As to the sprinklers, there was a pressure issue he will address.
Commissioner Romelus wanted to negotiate a middle ground as there is a nuisance for
the neighbors so the parties can live peacefully. Vice Mayor McCray thought they met
the specifications the City Commission imposed and favored letting them operate like a
normal business.
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Attorney Cherof clarified the Ordinance was not site specific; the discussion is about
extending it City wide.
David Katz, on behalf of the owner and as a friend and not a lobbyist, explained the
Ordinance indicates they have to churn the pile once a week; however, they churn it
once a day and sometimes twice. Mignano's was willing to lower the height to 10 feet.
Once the Areca Palms reach maturity, they will have grown to 14 or 15 feet and they
would then like to return the pile size to 12 feet because it will be hidden. Mayor Grant
favored having another pilot program with language in the Ordinance regarding
coverage and height limit to get the extra three feet. Mr. Mack explained if the
Commission reduces the height, they can raise it at another time. When the vegetative
buffer grows to a certain height, it could be reconsidered.
Commissioner Romelus asked if the vegetative buffer was included in the Ordinance
and learned it was. She asked if the abutting fence could be a commensurate height to
the pile. Mr. Mack reiterated the regulations are not site specific to the Mignano site, it is
to the use. Staff can add regulations when the Ordinance returns for second reading.
Typically landscape buffers deal with compatibility as contained in the Code. She
understood Areca Palms take a while before they grow to the height where it would
screen this area. She favored the Ordinance already requiring the fence be a specific
height so the pile is already blocked. Mr. Mack explained it could be written in.
Commissioner Casello asked if this lot would be grandfathered because there is already
a fence surrounding Mignano's property. He questioned why force the owner to put up
a 10 foot fence. Mr. Mack explained the pilot program would cease to exist, and it
would be new regulation that would be added if amended. Areca palms grow to 15 to
16 feet and Commissioner Casello did not favor adding another financial burden by
increasing the height of the fence when the palms would be growing
Mr. Katz explained if the height is reduced to nine feet, it reduces the amount of
vegetative matter they can bring in by 25% as opposed to 10 feet which is 16%. Areca
Palms grow about three feet a year and they have already been planted and are slightly
over the fence. Even at 10 feet, the pile would not be visible in a year.
Mayor Grant favored a nine foot height. Commissioner Casello favored capping the
height at 10 feet as did Vice Mayor McCray and keeping the sprinklers in good working
order.
Commissioner Romelus asked how many workers Mignano employs and learned the
company started in 1976 and has 90 employees. Ninety-five percent of the employees
live in Boynton Beach and have been with the company for over 30 years. If the City
shuts down the program, they will lay off 14 employees. They take the compost to
Martin County where it is processed, sold organically and bagged by Scotts.
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Angel Jones expressed her disappointment in the Commission because when she
attended the last City Commission meeting, Commissioners Romelus, Katz and Mayor
Grant said they would oppose it. Her father, she and her brother see the rats and
roaches. Mignano had been paying the exterminator bill, but stopped when she
contacted the State Representative. He came to her mother's house and threatened
her. She has been fighting the issue for seven years. She thought the .Commission
would not want the pile next to their home. She understood 14 employees would be
impacted, but she contended it is a dump in the middle of the City with roaches, rats
and snakes and asserted just because some of the Commission members did not see
them during their visit did not mean they are not there. She explained they spent $100 a
month for an exterminator and offered to take pictures and bring them to the
Commission. She pointed out the height of the pile does not stop the roaches or the
smell and there are other violations including leaving the gate open which allows kids to
run around when no one is there. She advised they start at 7 a.m. in the morning, not 8
a.m. and there are other violations.
Commissioner Casello explained he visited the site unannounced and what he
observed in the industrial type area were trailer trucks and wrecked cars. He thought
Mignano had the best looking lot. there. He was assured by the adjoining neighbors
they come on a regular basis and churn the pile and he did not observe any smell. Ms.
Jones explained it was the issue about the roaches and rats. Commissioner Casello
explained there are roaches in South Florida. He specifically asked about the rats and
was told he had not seen any. Ms. Jones explained she would bring Terminex to the
meeting because both the exterminator paid for by Mignano and the family she pays for
told her the roaches were from the dump.
Vice Mayor McCray asked if her parent's had fruit trees in the yard and learned they did.
He noted Ms. Jones had previously made a comment an owner was trying to sell his
property but could not. He advised the house was overpriced and someone was killed
in the home which may be why no one was buying it. Ms. Jones disagreed. Her parents
have been at the property for 20 years and Mignano has been stockpiling for seven
years, which her mother was fighting. At first they were dumping illegally. They were
cited when she called the State Representative. She asked the City Commission to
rethink their position.
Mayor Grant explained it was in an M1 Industrial property and it has always been, and
there may be something a lot worse that could be allowed at the premises. He
commented the family knew it when they purchased it. The Commission is trying to
alleviate the height and they need economic growth in the City as there are not enough
jobs available. She requested it be moved next door to his building and was told he
does not own the land.
Commissioner Romelus explained Mr. Mignano had indicated to her he was willing to
work with her and they can sit down and meet. She agreed use was is inconvenient,
but the owner was willing to work and she would support him.
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Commissioner Casello favored giving another 18 -month extension, lowering the pile to
10 feet and when the Areca palms grow, the Commission could allow the pile height to
return to 12 feet and decide then if the pilot program would be a permanent provision.
There was consensus to allow Commissioner Casello's version. Mr. Mack reminded the
City Commission at that point it would have to come back for a Conditional Use
approval.
City Clerk Pyle called roll.
Vote
The vote was 4-0.
10. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
A. Accept the FY2015/2016 ADA Annual Update.
Debbie Majors, Grants and ADA Coordinator, explained 2015 was the 25th Anniversary
of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) being signed into law. The City
Commission reaffirmed its commitment to work towards full compliance. In June 2015,
Ms. Majors became the first ADA Coordinator to serve as a resource to employees and
the public to coordinate the City's compliance effort. She announced they made a lot of
progress this year. The City first reviewed its current practices and policies and created
a transition plan which resulted in the City currently being in full compliance with ADA
for governmental service. The City's Capital Improvements Program was included in the
transition plan to ensure physical barriers were addressed. They reviewed employment
policies including the hiring process and orientation of new employees and job
accommodations and established funding mechanisms to support educational
improvements in communication, programs and services to the public and employees
with disabilities. The program funding comes from a portion of the illegal parking in
designated handicapped parking spaces.
The Police Department policies and Emergency Management plans were reviewed for
inclusion and the Fire Department reviewed hurricane preparedness community talks
with the Palm Beach County Association of the Deaf and conducted a lot of community
outreach.
The City developed a City-wide ADA training program for employees and as a result,
Boynton Beach is the first City to have the designation of an autism -friendly business.
Boynton Beach is on its way to becoming a deaf friendly business and now have
communication cards in police vehicles. If an officer comes across an individual who is
deaf and uses sign language, this is a first point to start communication with the
individual. Video remote interpreting services which is similar to face time, would allow
a first responder, through the use of a tablet, to be connected to a live sign language
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interpreter creating a three-way conversation. They are currently available in City Hall
in the front lobby. They are also located in the Library and the Recreation and Parks
Department.
The City has an inclusion support team consisting of the Coalition for Independent
Living Options; Deaf Services with Gulfstream Goodwill Industries; the ARC of Palm
Beach County; Lighthouse for. the Blind of the Palm Beaches, also under Gulfstream
Goodwill Industries; the Center for Autism and Related Disabilities at FAU; Gold Coast
Down Syndrome Organization; the Autism Resource Teacher with Congress Middle
School; and an employee on staff in the Recreation and Parks Department that is a
Recreation Assessment Specialist. There are several success stories included in the
report in the meeting materials that is available to the public on request. The City has
had a career exploration internship with a student from South Tech, and a six-year old
girl with autism and epilepsy enrolled in the summer camp program last year. She
started out isolated and unsure of herself and by the end of summer, was fine.
Another success was graduating high school seniors who received hearing aids though
the School District are required to return them when they graduate to be refurbished for
other students. She approached the inclusion support team and they approached the
Kiwanis Club who held a fundraiser. They partnered with Ears to the Future Audiologist,
and graduating seniors needing hearing aids received them.
The focus for 16/17 is to continue education with employees and the public and offer
more inclusive opportunities in the City's recreational programs, special events and
continue to update technology through the City's website. The Kinetic Art and
Symposium event had sign language interpreters giving tours and hearing individuals
joined the tour as well. A new program called Silent Painting Parties is being introduced
at the Art Center and taught by a deaf instructor. Flyers are in the back of the room. She
noted many people with disabilities cannot find employment and start up their own
businesses. Forty-eight City employees took a basic sign language class which is down
to eight moving on to an advanced level.
Ms. Majors explained the effort is not about rescuing those with disabilities. It is about
investing and removing the physical, cultural, economic, communication, mobility and
attitudinal barriers that impede people with disabilities. She thanked the City Manager
and City Commission for allowing her to coordinate the effort and work with the public.
It is a great experience and she was proud of the City for embracing it. Vice Mayor
McCray asked how she was getting the word out to the community and learned some of
it is through social media. Every program and opportunity for people to get involved
goes out through Ms. Krusell and all regular media channels. The Palm Beach Post will
have a story about Shivon Jackson Schmitz, the Silent Painting Instructor. Ashley
Walters, WPTV Channel 5, has come and visits, and was also present at the Kinetic Art
VIP night. It is important to let people know what is happening. Lastly, if anyone in
Chambers has trouble hearing, the City has assisted listening devices with free
reusable earbuds. The Recording Secretary will check out the device to the user who
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will return it at the end of the night. A flyer in the back of the room alerts attendees the
devices are available for any meeting in the Chamber. Commissioner Romelus
preferred they be made available for other public events and the budget hearings, which
are not held in Chambers.
11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Consider staffs summary of the subject request and possible amendments to the
City's Land Development Regulations, and provide direction to staff relative to
the addition of zoning regulations within the LDR Chapter 3, Section 3.D (Zoning
Matrix and Notes) that would allow medical offices as accessory uses to a
residential development.
Mike Rumpf, Planning Director, explained staff contemplated a possible amendment to
the zoning regulations to support a medical clinic accessory within a Planned Unit
Development (PUD) or a residential development while preserving the environment in a
residential area. Currently such regulations do not exist. An accessory use is defined
as incidental to a principal use and must be located on the same premises as the
principal use. There are some examples in the regulations, but not a medical clinic
within a residential environment. Restrictions staff would consider would be a limitation
on the type of district such as only PUD's, requiring conditional use approval to allow for
a case-by-case review and greater scrutiny, application of standards in certain
developments, if appropriate and be limited to no signage, limited services and types of
medications dispensed, hours and size restrictions keeping in scale with a given
residential community.
Commissioner Casello asked about schedule two medications and learned they are the
treatment medications that may be in substance abuse treatment programs.
Vice Mayor McCray commented there are a lot of assisted living facilities and if they
want to have a clinic within that boundary, they can see Planning staff. Mr. Rumpf
explained these are possible amendments for the City Commission to consider. He
explained some development proposals include a small clinic. He asked about the next
step and learned it was to direct staff to put standards in the Ordinance for future
consideration.
Motion
Vice Mayor McCray moved to direct staff to do so.
Mayor Grant opposed the item based on any residential district having a pharmacy
available and thought by having a medical facility in residential areas, they cannot limit
the clinic to certain types of care. His fear is a medical facility conducting drug testing of
residents at facilities. He preferred a clinic be in a commercial area and noted there are
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plenty of concierge doctors and nurses. Prescriptions are available over the internet.
He thought there could be issues moving forward.
Vice Mayor McCray asked if they can have a clinic without the pharmacy. Mr. Rumpf
explained it indicates not dispensing. The Land Development Regulations have various
sections that would regulate dispensing and there were special regulations for
pharmacies which arose from the pill mill issue. Mayor Grant wanted to eliminate any
provision for drug testing. Vice Mayor McCray commented the clinic is for seniors.
Commissioner Casello did not think it would be just for senior citizens, it could be
instituted in any gated community. He thought it was a slippery slope and it would be
hard to monitor. He questioned the purpose if they cannot obtain any medication or
dispense medication and thought the limitation handcuffed the clinic.
Vice Mayor McCray directed staff to see if there were any facilities in Broward or Dade
County doing something similar and bring back a report. There was consensus to do so.
12. NEW BUSINESS
A. Approve the request of Vice Mayor Mack McCray to distribute $500 of his
Community Support Funds to Robert E. Wells Day.
(This item was addressed earlier in the meeting.)
B. Approve the request of Mayor Steven B. Grant to distribute $250 of his
Community Support Funds to Connect2Greatness, a non-profit organization.
(This item was addressed earlier in the meeting.)
C. Approve the request of Mayor Steven B. Grant to distribute $300 of his
Community Support Funds to NAM[ of Palm Beach County, a non-profit
organization.
(This item was addressed earlier in the meeting.)
D. Appoint the Recreation & Parks Advisory Board to serve as the committee
that will review the proposed renaming of Boynton Village Dog Park and allow
the opportunity for public input at an upcoming Advisory Board meeting.
Commissioner Casello noted Officer Joe Crowder, a K-9 Officer died. He commented
one of his first goals, when elected, was to get a dog park. He noted the developer of
Cortina built a small dog park. He reached out to JKN Developers and Mr. John Markey
after he consulted with the Police Chief and the Crowder family, to name the park Joe
Crowder Park. Mr. Markey supported the idea and was willing to install a bronze bust of
a dog and expand the park. He commented it was a win-win for Boynton Beach and it
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pays tribute to a great Officer and the K-9 unit dogs. He requested the City Commission
approve the name change.
Vice Mayor McCray favored the request, but thought the name should just be changed.
Commissioner Casello wanted to go through proper channels. Mayor Grant agreed with
the Commissioner Casello, Recreation and Parks should review it.
Motion
Commissioner Romelus moved to approve. Commissioner Casello seconded the
motion.
Vote
The motion unanimously passed.
E. Commission discussion of civil citation for small quantity marijuana possession.
Mayor Grant explained County police officers have the discretion to either charge
people with a first degree misdemeanor or confiscate small amounts of marijuana and
issue a warning, but there is no record of the warning. He noted the City will have body
cameras and the incident is videotaped. He wanted the Officer to indicate they are not
happy with the person having marijuana. He commented there is no such thing as
having a medical marijuana card, so he wanted to have the option of instituting a $100
fine or less or community service at $10 an hour if they cannot pay. He has seen too
many video games, movies and music that glorifies marijuana and it was not a positive
image to give. Marijuana will be constitutionally legal to have in Florida and he wanted
to send a message it is a crime, not to the level of a first degree misdemeanor, but as a
municipal infraction.
Commissioner Casello asked Chief Katz if the measure would impede the police.
Chief Katz explained because it is a misdemeanor, Officers can decide if they want to
charge someone and the body camera video is inconsequential. The Officers charge
individuals when it is in their and the community's best interest to charge. They rarely
take someone to jail for marijuana under 20 grams. Vice Mayor McCray asked if there
was a need to put this in place. Chief Katz responded he has some concerns. While
legal in Florida as a medical substance, it is still considered a Schedule 1 federal drug.
There are potential challenges and pitfalls regarding a civil citation that constitutes a
federal crime and they could potentially risk losing federal grant monies for not adhering
to federal law. The Police Department collects about $100,000 a year in grant money
and it will take a lot of civil citations to make that up. The Department would not break
even and he did not think it was an option they need for the enforcement of the law.
Mayor Grant thought someone who has a small amount should not go away free. He
thought a fine was a better lesson not to repeat the infraction.
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Commissioner Romelus thought it should be discussed in the future and did not want to
jeopardize the grant funds. Mayor Grant commented other municipalities have the
provision and they should look to see if they have lost their funding. Chief Katz noted
there were changes in the Federal government as with sanctuary cities and the threat to
lose federal funding. His concern was the trend. Mayor Grant agreed to discuss the
issue in a year or two after the State comes up with legislation regarding medical
marijuana.
F. Commission discussion regarding Citizen Oversight Committee
Mayor Grant explained the One Cent Surtax will generate $4 million for the City per
year, but requires a Citizen Oversight Committee. There are three options. One is
offered by the County, another by the Palm Beach County League of Cities, and the
third is a committee the City Commission nominates or the City Manager nominates.
The Citizen Oversight Committee is to ensure the City spends the money on the items
they submitted. Commissioner Casello favored handling it in house and wanted the City
Manager pick a review team consisting of who she thinks is appropriate.
There was consensus the City Manager will pick three individuals to move forward. Ms.
LaVerriere explained the Committee will meet once or twice a year. The Ordinance
provides for monthly meetings or as deemed necessary to review revenue received for
the projects the City Commission approved and their related expenses. The Committee
has to provide an annual report and Tim Howard, will be the staff liaison to the
committee. The Palm Beach County League of Cities created an Oversight Committee
to support small cities and smaller cities will be reviewed by the county -wide committee.
They are looking for engineers, those with capital experience and some type of financial
background. Vice Mayor McCray noted the Committee can meet more frequently if
needed.
Commissioner Romelus explained the City already has a list of capital improvement
projects. Ms. LaVerriere explained they will bring forward a more specific list in the next
month, but the funds are effectively used for capital improvement. Commissioner
Romelus asked if pressing projects could be bumped forward and learned they could.
She wanted the Board to be five members and not three. Vice Mayor McCray inquired
if the City has received any funds and learned the State will not begin distribution until
the end of this month and until a committee is established and seated. Staff will bring a
resolution back at the next meeting. Mayor Grant commented many people want to
spend the money next year and inquired if they should come to the budget hearings.
Ms. LaVerriere also noted the County League of Cities asked if the City Commission
was okay with nominating City Engineer, Jeff Livergood, to sit on their County
Committee. They wanted a formal nomination.
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Motion
Vice Mayor McCray moved to approve. Commissioner Romelus seconded the motion.
Mayor Grant opposed out of concern Mr. Livergood would not have enough time for his
City duties. Ms. LaVerriere had previously discussed it with Mr. Livergood and it was
fine.
Commissioner Romelus asked if some of the funds can go to redevelop Boynton Beach
Boulevard and learned they could. Mayor Grant explained when he went to the Cultural
Council and Rena Blades, President, indicated 15 percent of the funds could be used
for cultural items and business development. It was not just for capital improvements.
Ms. LaVerriere commented the County would allocate some funds to the Cultural
Council.
13. LEGAL
A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 17-004 - SECOND READING - Approval of
ordinance limiting future burials to City residents; and request a motion to
approve changes to the Cemetery and Mausoleum Rules and Regulations
providing clarity, eliminating unnecessary language and deleting any reference to
the Cemetery Board or Board of Governors.
Attorney Cherof read proposed Ordinance 17-004, by title only on second reading..
Motion
Vice Mayor McCray moved to approve. Commissioner Romelus seconded the motion.
Mayor Grant opened public audience. No one came forward.
City Clerk Pyle called the roll.
Vote
The vote was 4-0.
Attorney Cherof requested a separate motion to amend the Cemetery Rules and
Regulations by bringing it up to date and deleting reference to the Board of Governors
and substituting the City Manager.
Motion
Vice Mayor McCray moved to approve. Commissioner Romelus seconded the motion.
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Vote
The motion unanimously passed.
B. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 17-006 - FIRST READING - Approval of
Ordinance amending Chapter 26, Water, Sewer and City Utilities, by creating a
new section 26-8.2 entitled "Water Service/Annexation Agreements."
Attorney Cherof read proposed Ordinance No 17-006 by title only on first reading. All
water service agreements for structures outside the City limits have to come to City
Commission for approval. This would streamline
Manager or Utilities Director sign the agreement;
agreement would come before the City Commission
Motion
Vice Mayor McCray moved to approve.
City Clerk Pyle called the roll.
Vote
The vote was 4-0.
the process by having the City
however, release of an annexation
Mayor Grant announced the Sailfish Cafe is open in the Library. It has great food and is
run by the Secret Garden Cafe. Kids meals are available for $3, with a drink, a side and
a dish.
Commissioner Casello requested adding the Town Square bidding process to the next
agenda. The top three firms were shortlisted, but he wanted a discussion why not all
four be involved. Since it is at no cost to the City, he did not see the need to eliminate
anyone from the process. Mayor Grant requested it be put on agenda.
14. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
A. Joint City Commission/CRA Workshop for six month update on 2016 strategic
plan at the Intracoastal Park Clubhouse (IPC) at 3:30p.m. - March 28, 2017.
B. Monthly Departmental Presentations:
Community Standards - February 21, 2017
Library - March 6, 2017
Communications/Marketing - March 21, 2017
C. Consider adopting a Chronic Nuisance Ordinance - February 2017.
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D. Discuss cancelling the July 4th City Commission meeting - April 4, 2017
15. ADJOURNMENT
Motion
Vice Mayor McCray moved to adjourn. Commissioner Casello seconded the motion.
Vote
The motion unanimously'passed. The meeting was adjourned at 8:52 p.m.
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