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Minutes 05-16-17MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY MAY 16, 2017, AT 6:30 P.M. IN COMMISSION CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 100 E. BOYNTON BEACH BOULEVARD, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA PRESENT: Steven B. Grant, Mayor Justin Katz. Vice Mayor Joe Casello, Commissioner Mack McCray, Commissioner Christina Romelus, Commissioner 1. OPENINGS A. Call to Order - Mayor Steven B. Grant Lori LaVerriere, City Manager Shana Bridgeman, Asst City Attorney Judith A. Pyle, City Clerk Mayor Grant called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Invocation Commissioner McCray gave the invocation. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Mayor Grant led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. ROLL CALL Judith Pyle, City Clerk, called the roll. A quorum was present. Agenda Approval: 1. Additions, Deletions, Corrections Vice Mayor Katz. moved Item 14-D to 11-B wanted discussion regarding the proposed Medical Marijuana lottery process. The item would be heard under Unfinished Business Mayor Grant added item 3-G to the agenda regarding the Boynton Community Band Award. 2. Adoption 1 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 Motion Commissioner Casello moved to approve the agenda as amended. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion Vote Unanimously passed. 2. OTHER A. Informational items by Members of the City Commission Vice Mayor Katz stated that he had no items to disclose Commissioner McCray stated that he had no items to disclose; but he wanted to provide some information to the Commission, Commissioner McCray stated that he was contacted by a group from the St. Paul AME church because they wanted to do a clean- up on MLK Blvd. The group is called Ment2Makelt, and they needed supplies for the cleanup. The Commissioner wanted to thank Code and Mr. Livergood also, wanted to let everyone know that the trash pickup is getting better. The littering is stopping. He stated he did a resolution, along with a letter; regarding Mother Geneva Green Russell was one of the pioneers in this City who lived to be over 100 years old, along with her husband Bishop Russell, and their seven children. Commissioner McCray also stated that he attended the body camera rollout. Commissioner Romelus attended the press conference by Boynton Beach Police Department regarding the roll out of the body cameras; this is a good move to continue efforts in transparency and communications with the public; to continue to have good relationship and to protect both the citizens and the police. She attended a TPS (Temporary Protected Status) rally. This is an effort to raise awareness for the over 15,000 residents living in Palm Beach County with temporary protected status live in fear, as the July 22, 2017 deadline looms over their head. Commissioner Romelus attended the Boynton Beach Food, Wine and Brew festival, joined a dedicated group of volunteers and cleaned up Boynton Beach Memorial Park, which is the cemetery on Woodbright and Seacreast and wanted to thank Mr. Livergood for setting that up. She attended the National Coalition for 100 black women at their annual hat and brim luncheon to help bring awareness in every expect of our world, lastly she attended the grand opening of Del Sol Bakery. Happy to see new businesses come to Boynton Beach. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 Commissioner Casello attended the body camera rollout and indicated this is a great program, gives transparency and accountability on both sides of the law; also attended the Boynton Beach Chamber of Commerce Food and Wine Fest. He wanted to thank the staff because he received a call Saturday morning, from an Irate resident, could not solve the problem, made a call and the way in which the issue was resolved was great. It makes our jobs as elected officials easier, having staffs that are knowledgeable. Mayor Grant said that on May 5th, he attended the Gold Coast Bands Event; May 7, attended Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Temple walkathon; donated $3,500 to the literacy coalition; informed all who were not aware this is Boynton Beach local Hindu Temple. May 8 he attended the Police press conference on the body cameras and wanted to let Chief Katz know that wherever he goes there are always great things being said. The residents see the turnaround in the City Police officers, thank you for giving great direction to the police officers; May 9, Commissioner Casello visited with Chris Snow from Space Florida with David Scott; had information for anyone that are in the aerospace industry. May 10, attended FAU Research Park with other elected officials. May 11 opened up for Habitat for Humanity, their women build weekend for Mother's Day and later that evening went to Food, Wine and Brew held by the Chamber of Commerce. He had a great time at Ben Vinuo. May 12, had Lunch with Sister City organization -regarding trip to Finland, May 13 attended the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, attended Mini Maker Fair at the Science Museum, attended the Del Sol Bakery opening, also the 90th art event in our Boynton Beach Art District. He attended American Muslin Alliance of Florida gave out $10,000 in scholarships, May 15, Made a presentation Woodland Middle School regarding their Mustang members, May 16, he attended the KLA school ribbon cutting and was very proud of what was done with the area. It is has a completely different feel; very happy with that. He also met with Jeff Sluggett. Commissioner McCray wanted to clarify in regard to the Resolution, Congressman Alcee Hasting, requested a copy of the resolution which will be read in Washington DC. This Resolution will be forwarded to his office. (Commissioner McCray left the dais) 3. ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMUNITY & SPECIAL EVENTS & PRESENTATIONS A. Announce the Commission has scheduled a Public Input — Budget Workshop on: Tuesday May 30, 2017 @ 6:30 P.M. in the City Commission Chambers. Mayor Grant stated the purpose of this workshop, is to allow the residents for their input. in addition if anyone wants to see something on the budget, this is the time to let staff know. This meeting is in addition to the budget workshop Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 B. City offices will be closed on Monday, May 29th in observance of Memorial Day. Mayor Grant stated the City offices will be closed on Monday May 29, 2017 C. Proclaim May 20-26, 2017, as National Safe Boating week and the start of the year-round effort to promote safe boating. Members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary - Flotilla 54 will accept the Proclamation from the Mayor. (Commissioner McCray returned to dais) Mayor Grant read a proclamation declaring May 20-26, 2017 as National Safe Boating week Present to accept the award was US Coast Guard Flotilla 54, Chris Haarer. Mr. Chris Haarer, Flotilla Commander, stated of all of the drownings 85% were not wearing their life jackets. Flotilla has been in the same area since 1961, during that time 168,000 volunteer hours have been logged. Last year the Flotilla recorded 11,001 volunteer hours. The US Coast Guard Flotilla has held twelve classes regarding boating safety programs, inspected 306 in the greater Boynton Beach area, and attended 283 program sites, where they go out to local offices to provide information about boating and classes. There are 63 active members, one member is celebrating 35 years and next year one will be celebrating 45 years of services. This week a hurricane drills was held. There were a number of our people which participated in this drill. D. Proclaim May 18th, 2017 as Haitian Flag Day Mayor Grant read a proclamation declaring May 18, 2017 as Haitian Flag Day and May as Haitian Heritage Month Ms. Jane Marcel, member of Sister City Boynton Beach, thanked the City of Boynton Beach, stated that she was accepting the proclamation on behalf of the Haitian Community, and stated a few years ago the Haitian community was at City Hall raising the Haitian Flag. She wants to continue doing this, beginning next year, with the permission of the Commission. The Haitian people raise the flag under the leadership of Maj. Joseph Bernadel, US Army (Ret.) founder of Toussaint L'Ouverture High School. Thank you for celebrating the Haitian heritage Month. E. Presentation of the annual "Bob Borovy Student Citizen of the Year" award by members of the Education & Youth Advisory Board Dr. Tiffany North, Chair of the Education & Youth Advisory Board, stated she was there to present the Bob Borovy Student Citizen of the Year award. This award was created in 2000 to recognize a graduating a high school senior who best epitomizes the spirit of volunteerism and giving o the community as exemplified by the late Bob Borovy, a United State Veteran and former Education ad Youth Advisory Board member. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 Mr. Borovy was an active citizen of the Boynton Beach community for many years. The qualification student must be a graduating high school senior, resident of the City of Boynton Beach nominated by three adults, person of good moral character, performed significant volunteer work and made meaningful contributions to her/her school, church, social service organizations and or community and submit a 300 word essay on what he/she has learned from performing volunteer service. The award is funded through donations secured by the Education & Youth Advisory Board; the winner is selected by a panel of judges including last year's winner. The 2nd place winner will receive $300. her name is Claudia Alease, she will graduate with a 3.5 GPA, from Park Vista High School. Her teachers described her as goal -oriented, hardworking and driven, in addition to being a member of the schools medical science academy; she has volunteered at Bethesda East Hospital. She is also member of the English Honor Society, the multicultural club, and her church youth choir. She plans to attend Palm Beach State College with a major in nursing, continuing her education with the goal of becoming a neonatal nurse with a Master's degree. Student Citizen of the Year award recipient will receive $1,000 and have their name placed on the permanent Plat displayed in City Hall. The winner is Nicole Brody with a 3.7 GPA, attends Lake Worth Christian School, and has over 800 hours of community service. She has volunteered at Faith in Action, in the food pantry, collection of items, shoe box gifts and she has volunteered as a counselor for disadvantaged children. Her teachers describe her as organized mature trustworthy leader. She will attend Florida Atlantic University, majoring in special education. F. Presentation of the annual Youth Volunteer Bank awards by members of the Education & Youth Advisory Board. Ms. Angela Nevins, member of Education & Youth Advisory Board, stated that the Youth Volunteer Bank award was created in 1997 to promote youth volunteerism. The goal is to facilitate, promote and reward youth that volunteer in our community. This ongoing program is a cooperative effort between The City of Boynton Beach, volunteer organizations and youth volunteers. Since the beginning of the program, 816 youth have recorded over 61,100 volunteer hours and $22,770 in prizes has been awarded this year, 9 volunteers, in grades 5-10 recorded 596 hours of service to their perspective communities. This included services such as the beach clean-up, environmental clean- up, volunteering at churches, schools and the YMCA and various activities sponsored by the Boys and Girl Scouts. Unfortunately, many of the students were not able to attend, because of conflicts, but we will recognize them by name, and if they are here, please come up and receive the certificate; Natalie Claude, Dawson Fox, Samuel Hazamy, James Hazamy, Christopher Hyppolite, Ryan Hyppolite, Jessica Miller, Andrew Thomas, Shane Wooley. Congratulations to all. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida 16, 2017 G. Presentation of Gold Coast Band Award by Mr. Ken Wilbanks, Director to City of Boynton Beach, City Commission. Ken Wilbanks, Musical Director of Boynton Beach's Gold Coast Band, wanted to thank the City of Boynton Beach for their support and stated that when he began at the first rehearsal there were 28 members. A goal was set to become one of the top bands in the nation, through hard work and the community band was selected to perform at the convention. During the convention, the President of the American Association of Concert Bands, approached and stated that there were three songs that really touched her, and two out of the three songs were performed by Boynton Beach Gold Coast Band. Mr. Wilbanks stated that on behalf of the band he was presenting the award to the City, because without the support the band would not have had the opportunity. The City of Boynton Beach became involved and supports the bands dreams and goals. This award that is being presented to the City today is the top honor in the nation for a community band to receive. We became more involved, we met with the City and our goal was to qualify for the national convention. This is the highest honor for a community band. He was very proud to be a part of this. Commissioner Casello wanted to thank Mr. Wilbanks stated that he had the privilege to attend and hear some amazing music, thank you for putting Boynton Beach on the map. Commissioner McCray wanted to say thank you as well; stated that when he was at the concert, he did not see any people of color. Mr. Wilbanks stated that there are people of color in the band. He also wanted to let the Commission know that they have begun an outreach program from the junior high to high school level. Mayor Grant gave information regarding where the music from the band could be found. Commissioner McCray presented to Mayor Grant, a newspaper with his picture. 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) Goleen Lewis -Gordon 230 Lake Monterrey Circle, a proud member of the Art Commission Board, invited the Commission and the public to the Conrad Pickel , from 8 am to 12 pm. this is a free event honoring the renowned stained glass artist Conrad Pickel, his historical imprint on South Florida and vision of his art. The tour includes Boynton Memorial Park and Mausoleum, Ascension Lutheran Church, St, Joseph Episcopal Church and Gallery Fantasia. Following the tour, there will be a presentation at the Boynton Beach City Library; did you know that Conrad Pickel created the largest stain glass in the Nation? Ms. Lewis- Gordon stated a new book "A Tapestry in Stained Glass" is a pictorial, as well as the product of the City of Boynton Beach Art in Public Places, in Partnership with Boynton Beach Historical Society. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 Jovant Edmons, 1151 19 Avenue, Lake Worth, Thanked the Mayor and Commissioners and recognized Daren Romelus from County Commissioner Mack Bernard's office. He wanted to let the resident know that their State Representative Al Jacquet, would like to give a brief overview of the budget which passed an $82.4 billion budget. If there are any questions or concerns, there were many items that passed the house. Thank you for your time. Would like to share with the residents, on a personal note: I love the way in which the City of Boynton Beach Commission gels. Melissa Hagins 2240 NW 2nd Street, wanted to thank Commissioner McCray for getting the reflector light repaired so quickly. She lives north of Gateway Bridge and Florida Department of Transportation is not purchasing anything there when they do the expansion. There is a land fill directly in front of her home; people walking their dogs. She needs to find a way to close out that easement. There was a fence there before, but the people have no respect for other people's property. Mayor Grant stated that NW 40 Street does not have a connection to Gateway. He will see what can be done about placing some trees on the path. Also, Ms. Hagins asked about the fence that is on the bridge, she was hopping that they could take the fence all the way down. By doing this it could possible stop some of the trash from being thrown out by drivers and accumulating on the side of the bridge. Her neighbor stopped and knocked on her door, had to put out a fire, before the fire trucks arrived. She is the last house and her neighbor is 85 years old. Commissioner McCray wanted Ms. Hagins to know that her request has not fallen on deaf eyes. Mr. Livergood will be contacted to see what can be done about the issue of the debris and the dogs in your area. Ms. Hagins thanked the Commissioner and Mayor and said she would like her neighborhood to be beautified as well. Clarissa Battle 12202 Mahogany Drive, wanted to personally thank Mayor Grant and Commissioner McCray for attendance to the academic achievement at St. John's Missionary Baptist Church on April 30, 2017. The 1St Vice President of Delta Sigma part of the South Palm Beach Alumni Chapter advised the Commissioner's presence spoke volumes to our students. It made us believe in Boynton Beach. She just wanted to say thank you again. Susan Oyer, 140 SE 27th Way, thanked Mayor Grant for coming to her classroom and thanked him for being brave enough for coming back again for the las week of school. She hoped that the Commissioners will be able to attend the Conrad Pickel event, it is an outstanding event. We are lucky to have that amazing art here in our City. She wanted to thank the Mayor as well as staff for purchasing the wrist bands; with the proceeds going for more than 1,100 trees over the past 4 years, 5,000 trees have gone to Haiti, 6,000 trees in Africa. The last thing, Ms. Lori LaVerrire, City Manager and Tim Howard Assistant. City Manager was in attendance at the INCA meeting. Ms. Oyer stated that someone mentioned raising the permit and development fees; since the developers are getting Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 what they want; higher density and higher height, let the residents get something as well; please raise the fees. Michael Simon, Interim CRA Director wanted to let the Commission and the public know that the CRA will be hosting the Sara Sims Master Plan Park input meeting, to discuss the previously approved CRA Master Plan and Park plan to discuss the concept. Mr. Simon invited everyone to the Sara Sims public input meeting, Wednesday the 31St at the Carol Sims Center, June 1St, CRAAB (Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board), CRA Board June 13t", Parks and Recreation Board meeting, June 26th, 2017 on that Monday. Daren Romelus, representing Commissioner Mack Bernard wanted to send greetings from Commissioner Mack Bernard's office, currently we wanted to mention all the meetings that you all have been doing. He wanted to congratulate Vice Mayor Katz on his election to CTA President, and Commissioner Mack McCray on his successful reelection. Thank you for collaborating together; and to recognize Chief Katz with the release of the body cameras. The City is setting a standard. He was excited to see that Boynton Beach is moving forward. Commissioner Bernard has two offices; North County office is located at 301 N Olive avenue, 12 floor, 33401, telephone 355 2207, The South County Office is located at 345 South Congress Ave, 33435. Commissioner Bernard's area covers Lake Park, Riviera, the Town of Magnolia Park, West Palm Beach, Haverhill, the Town of Palm Beach, Lake Worth, Lantana, Hypoluxo, Delray Beach and Boynton Beach. On May 31st, there is a housing summit that Palm Beach County is hosting. The City has already moved forward on the affordable housing initiative. Commissioner Bernard would like to extend a congratulatory message to Commissioner Casello; he ran unopposed. Herbert Suss 1711Wood Fern, stated that In case anyone has doubted anything that he has said about climate change, write down climate explorer, enter your county ,City and zip code, He had also said time and time again, remember what happen prior to World War II; what is happening then, is happening now. He hopes this Commission gets in touch with the Governor; this is exactly what happened in Nazi Germany. Rashad Calig 1851 Renaissance Commons Blvd, thanked Vice Mayor Katz, about Parks and Recreation regarding proration, logistical nightmare, access to the parks whether they live in Boynton Beach or not, and the noise ordinance, I have researched a generator, the ordinance is very vague. The police have come out several times. There are actually different neighbors in my building. For those who work nights or days it is a problem. The police continue to come out but nothing can be done. There is nothing in the ordinance that addresses the noise. Commissioner Casello asked if the businesses were doing this as well and how late they play their music. Mr. Calig stated that the businesses usually play there music until about 1 to 2 am. No one else coming forward, Public Audience was closed. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 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: 1 Regs Building Board of Adjustments & Appeals: 2 Regs and 2 Alts Planning & Development Bd. - 1 Reg Recreation & Parks Bd: 1 Alts Senior Advisory Bd: 2 Alts B. Authorize the Mayor to travel to Orlando for Florida League of Cities Legislative Policy Committee Meetings on the following dates: Thursday and Friday, June 15+16, 2017 Friday, July 14, 2017; and Thursday, August 17, 2017 Mayor Grant asked for permission to go back to the Florida League of Cities. Commissioner Romelus stated that she registered and paid for an event, which was cancelled last year, wanted to know how this should be addressed. Ms. LaVerriere, City Manager, stated that these funds have already been encumbered, there is nothing that the Commissioner needs to do. Mayor Grant asked about subscriptions such as for Mayors, there is a the US Conference of Mayors being held in Miami. The information was given to Vice Mayor Katz. Commissioner McCray asked if the Commission were already members of the National League or US Conference of Mayors and The Florida League of Cities, Ms. LaVerriere replied that they are not members. She informed the Commission that they were members previously. Mayor Grant stated that he was going to bring the information to give to the Commission, and the Commission could look into different associations whether the City should join or not; Commissioner McCray stated he would like to know the cost before the meeting. Motion Commissioner McCray Moved to approve. Seconded by Commissioner Casello Vote Unanimously passed. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida 6. CONSENT AGENDA May 16, 2017 Matters in this section of the Agenda are proposed and recommended by the City Manager for "Consent Agenda" approval of the action indicated in each item, with all of the accompanying material to become a part of the Public Record and subject to staff comments A. Approve utilizing the City of Hollywood, FL Blanket Order No. B002967 awarded to Nalco Company with the same terms, conditions, specifications and pricing. This will be used to purchase anti-scalant (PC -1850T) for the removal of solids at the West Water Treatment Plant (W W TP). The annual expenditure is estimated at $38,000. B. Award the bid for "Two Year Bid for Hydraulic Cylinders and Valves, Parts and Repairs", Bid #039-2516-17/IT to Construction Hydraulics of Lake Worth, Inc. of Lake Worth, FL for an estimated annual expenditure of $65,000. C. Approve increasing purchase order #170065 to South Florida Emergency Vehicles from $20,000 to $50,000 as a sole source purchase. D. Accept the written report to the Commission for purchases over $10,000 for the month of April 2017. E. Legal Expenses - April 2017 - Information at the request of the City Commission. No action required. F. Approve the minutes from the Regular City Commission meeting held on May 2, 2017. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Vice Mayor Katz seconded the motion. Vote The motion unanimously passed. 7. BIDS AND PURCHASES OVER $100,000 A. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R17-046 - Award Bid No. 018-2710-17JMA for Replacement of Packaged Rooftop HVAC Units at the Ezell Hester Community Center, and authorize the City Manager to sign a contract with Summa Mechanical Contractors LLC d/b/a SMC Air Conditioning (SMC) of Davie, FL as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, in the total lump sum Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 amount of $91,337 plus a 10% contingency of $9,133.70, for a total potential expense amount of $100,470.70. Commissioner McCray asked the City Manager how long the City been piece-mealing the A/C unit at the Hester Center. Ms.LaVerriere explained that it has been a problem for quite some time; this is an expensive budgeted capital item. It has been leaking for about 3 years. Commissioner McCray stated that he does not disagree with the repair of the air conditioning, but wanted the public to know that this has been an ongoing problem and it is finally getting repaired. Mayor Grant asked if the City was going to get a warranty for this new air conditioning unit, and he received an affirmative head nod, regarding the new unit. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approve, Seconded by Commissioner Casello. Vote The motion unanimously passed. B. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R17-047 - Award Bid No. 019-2821-17/TP to the low bidder, Bofam Construction Company, Inc. of Miami, FL, for the Construction of the NE 20th Avenue Storm water Improvements, and authorize the City Manager to sign a contract, in the amount of $614,369.13 plus a 10% contingency of $61,436.91, for a total estimated amount of $675,806.04. Commissioner McCray needed more information. Bevis Pigott Interim Utilities Director, stated that this project was identified because of frequent flooding in this area; the presentation will give an overview of the actual area of the project. The location of the project goes from Gateway to NE 20 and NE 2nd Ct and NE 21St. This project will mitigate the localized flooding by installing approximately 1,650 LF of 24 -inch diameter exfiltration.trench, 3,000 LF of swales, 25 Inlets and catch basins; with a completion time of 120 days. The total -estimated contract amount of 675,806.04. Again this project is to correct the problem that we have had with this neighborhood. Ms. LaVerriere asked if this was one of the neighborhoods where they were way under water. Commissioner McCray stated that each time there is rain he makes a call to see if they are ok. When Joyce and Bo Frasier, came before the Commission, we assured them that if anything came up the City would be there to help, Commissioner McCray wanted to thank the Utilities Department for stepping up to the plate and doing something about it. Commissioner Casello asked the City Manager; why is it that the company that received the bid is out of Miami. Could this job be broken into smaller sections, and local companies could bid on it. Ms. LaVerriere responded she was not sure that was an Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida Mav 16, 2017 option for this project. As discussed before, we need to modify our procurement procedures, and also, I do not know the practicality in response to the actual work. Colin Groff, Assistant City Manager, in response to a question posed by the Commission, responded we are looking at every one of our projects to see how we can break it down. These types of projects are very difficult; you cannot have more than one contractor. One of the things is identify local contactors that can do these size projects. There needs to be changes to the City bidding process. Right now it is low bids and that's who wins it. We need to add some type of incentive to our bid process that allows people to win it if they are within a percentage of being the low bidder. Ms. LaVerriere stated that this is what is being worked on. Mr. Howard, Assistant City Manager has done some research, we have identified other cities, and we can utilize their template, but this will take some time. The City of Boynton Beach is looking at the BTR records and some of our other databases. We are identifying the local businesses in the community, we are looking at our permitting information to identify and develop our database. This is one of David Scott's, Director, and Economic Development Tasks. There are businesses that are out there, so that we can directly reach and provide information and ask how we can help the contractor get what is needed. Commissioner Casello stated that we are going to encourage locals and subs, as well to apply for opportunities. Colin stated that they are encouraging local hiring, hiring the local subs and people within the community. Commissioner McCray stated that is what he needed to hear, hiring of local residents. Ms. LaVerriere shared that this is a priority in the strategic plan. Mayor Grant asked about the NE 20 Ave and NE 2nd Court, project, the City is using eminent domain to take property. Will there be swale in that area. Mr. Pigott stated that the swales are in the public right of way. Mayor Grant wanted to know what will happen if the City breaks an already existing sidewalk. Mr. Pigott stated the City will always repair anything that it breaks. The City is not taking over anyone's home. Mayor Grant wanted to know if the City is planning on replacing or redoing the sidewalks. Mr. Pigott stated there are some sidewalks that will be redone. Mr. Groff stated that we do look at that at every project. A lot of funds have been committed to Seacreast. If there are projects with sidewalks we damaged, we will repair. Mr. Groff stated this is a flooding mitigation project. Mayor Grant stated if it floods do the people need to walk in the streets? Mr. Groff stated that if there was an overflow onto the sidewalks the residents would need to walk in the streets; swales are there to help with the drainage. Commissioner McCray asked if the residents have been notified. Mr. Pigott explained that once approved a date will be brought back to the Commission and then they will have a kickoff meeting. Ms. LaVerriere explained that if the residents do not have an organized HOA, letters are sent to each resident individually. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approve Commissioner Casello seconded the motion. Vote The motion unanimously passed. C. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R17-048 - Award to the lowest pre -qualified bidder, (based on RFQ # 057-2821-16/TP) Insituform Technologies, LLC., as determined by review of bids submitted on April 10, 2017, resulting from the responses to the Request for Bids for Cured -in- Place Pipe Lining, (Bid No. ITB 01-CIPP-17/TP) and authorize City Manager to sign contract in the amount of $138,190.30 for the duration of the project based on unit costs provided by Insituform Technologies, LLC. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approve. Commissioner Casello seconded the motion. With Discussion. Commissioner McCray asked, how long is the contract? Mr. Howard, Assistant City Manager stated that it would take 75 days. Commissioner Casello wanted to know if we used this company before. Vote The motion unanimously passed. D. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R17-049 - Authorize the City Manager to sign a three year contract with ESRI of West Palm Beach, FL for a Small Government Enterprise License Agreement through a sole source with a total cost of $150,000. Motion Vice Mayor Katz moved to approve. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. With Discussion Commissioner McCray asked what is the meaning of ESRI Ms. LaVerriere stated that she believes that it is for the base software to run our system. Mayor Grant said that was the acronym for Environmental System Research Institute. Meeting Minutes City Commission. Boynton Beach, Florida Vote The motion unanimously passed. 8. CODE COMPLIANCE and LEGAL SETTLEMENTS - None 9. PUBLIC HEARING May 16, 2017 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 - None 11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Receive staff update on the group homes moratorium and corresponding zoning study. Mike Rumpf, Planning & Zoning Director, explained the City approved the moratorium on January 17, 2017 to allow time for staff to review our current circumstances involving the regulations of group homes, due to a combination of things, drug additions and deaths, over the past year. We have received many of complaints, affiliated arrests and drug overdoses. Residents want to know how these homes impact our neighborhoods. The Moratorium is in effect through June 4th, the Ordinance16-025 was approved January 17, 2017. When asked how many are within the City, it is not known, because of how the application/permit was submitted. The evaluation of existing regulations and processes are being reviewed, as well as the Federal requirements. The City wants to maintain a defensible set of regulations. There are issues of social responsibility. We cannot over regulate, in violation of federal regulations to be effective to assist in the recovery of addicts. We need to preserve neighborhood character. Potential regulations considered right now is reinforcing separations; 300 ft. of separation vs 1000 ft.; how the different types of homes are defined; parking requirements, protecting front yards from being over parked or over paved. The current anticipated schedule is Planning and Development Board - May 23rd, City Commission 1st Reading — June 20th, City Commission PH/2nd Reading — July 18th Commissioner Casello asked about the separation from 300 to 1000 ft. Mr. Rumpf explained there is a lot of activity coming out of Delray Beach. The Delray Beach study has been reviewed. The ordinance has not been adopted. He is working closely with Mr. John Lehman, the CEO/Board Chair with FARR. How we compare, with other municipalities, Mr. Rumpf was not sure. He believes we are using the same distance of separation; we may not be using the same standard. I do not have any opposition to the processes. He supports the State and FARR certification of homes to standardize a Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 certification and approval and oversight process. Commissioner Casello stated that this is all well and good but Boynton Beach has had 45 overdoses and 3 deaths in the past 2 days. It is unacceptable. It is not about the sober homes failure, but how we stem this tide of heroin that is coming into these areas. There needs to be a bigger effort to crack down on the flow of heroin into our City; as long as there are addicts, there will be a supply. Somehow we need to shut off the supply. Commissioner McCray wanted to thank the Police Department for what has been done in District II. There has been a decrease in the sale of drugs. Commissioner Romelus explained that she would like to see 1000 feet of separation instead of the 300 feet. She wants to prevent a situation like on Rivera Drive. She asked if the ordinance would regulate the certification on existing group homes or only new permitted homes and of the BTR and FARR certification would be required upon f renewals. Commissioner Casello stated anything that we do now would not affect anything that we have now. It would only be for potential new homes putting in for a license or certification. Mr. Rumpf explained it is not to say that the regulations can't somehow go into effect on existing .group homes. The operator needs a reasonable time in order to comply with new regulations. There is nothing that would prevent starting any group homes prior to a certain date must be in compliance with the new regulation. It comes down to a reasonable amount of time to do it. Commissioner Romelus stated this is what she is looking for. Mr. Rumpf wanted to explain the 1,000 feet of separation has been in place for some time. He .did not think the City Attorney's office would support it, because of court precedence. It is hard to justify. What he has tried to do is try to find the proper balance and to preserve the character of the neighborhood. He did not think that we can prove that the group homes need to be 1,000 feet apart to preserve the character, to preserve the dynamics. He did not think that 1,000 feet can be proven to prevent a zoning scheme impact. Rivera Drive was the basis for the study. We evaluated this very closely. We came up with traffic data and emergency call data for Rivera Drive. He was leaning toward 2 group homes for every 300 feet. Commissioner Romelus asked for clarification what the 300 feet is. Mr. Rumpf indicated 3 to 4 houses apart. Mr. Rumpf interjected there is one missing ingredient. We need to attack the problem; we need to have law enforcement. The first item on the recommended list is the certification. If we have certified operators, and businesses you will have significant different impact. If you look at the certification of FARR, requires having an action plan in place, you will not have the problems. The problem is getting existing homes to come into compliance. We do have a sun setting Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 Vice Mayor Katz stated that he is not jumping ahead to the Chronic Nuisance Code item, but as business locations that might have seen multiple overdoes would be subject to that potential Chronic Nuisance Code. Mr. Rump explained that these homes are twofold; they have rental business tax receipt approvals as well as the group homes approvals. So through that ordinance those things could be revoked. Vice Mayor Katz asked if this is site specific or owner specific. Mr. Rumpf explained, if someone comes to apply for multiple facilities, they FARR license each facility. Commissioner Casello stated that there are many of good recovery home operators. We need these types of homes. we need regulation and certifications; the criminal element has gotten into the industry. There is no funding for these agencies that have oversight. It is hard to implement what you signed up to do. Hopefully the legislatures agree. Commissioner Romelus asked for an explanation of FARR and are they going to be able to create a hard regulation that will make sure these people are held accountable for what they are doing and not just pay a price tag to get into this industry. Mr. Rumpf agreed that the same rationale is using caution. There are homes that may not need it. There are other options. He cautions applying the mandatory system. The current bill has to do with preventing the end run. Many of the facilities get referrals. You cannot get referral from treatment agencies without being a certified home and operators. The recovery homes are trying to get around that by using patient brokering. The current bill attacks that process. Mayor Grant asked if this is for all group homes, not just the recovery group homes. Mr. Rumpf explained it is hard to be defensible without bias or discriminatory. Mayor Grant asked for clarification on the location of group homes, if there is a recovery group home on the street and another group home for the elderly wants to open, they would not be allowed to open on the street. Mr. Rumpf stated that under the current ordinance that is correct. Mayor Grant asked if these group homes plan on staying here temporarily or do they plan on remaining in Boynton Beach. Mr. Rumpf stated as long as there is need. Mayor Grant gave the website address, FARRonline.org. There is a lot of information regarding their nonprofit organization; the website allows for complaints and grievances; against a certified or a non -certified recovery residence. There are currently 9 certified recovery residences in Boynton Beach. Commissioner Romelus asked if the moratorium will be extended. Mr. Rumpf explained that staff is not recommending an extension of the moratorium. Mayor Grant asked what would happen if someone applied for a recovery group home on June 5. Mr. Rumpf Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 stated that they have zoning in process basically which we feel continue that moratorium process. We can continue to withhold processing applications that are inconsistence with where we are going. Mayor Grant asked if this was because of the May Planning and Development Board meeting. Commissioner Romelus asked do group homes need a BTR to operate in our City. Mr. Rumpf stated they need a rental approval for the property and the BTR for the operation of the group home. Vice Mayor Katz asked if there is anything that the City can do to strengthen the community that will help the HOA to have some type of recourse. Mr. Rumpf stated the City does not have jurisdiction over HOA. Commissioner Casello stated that anyone moving into the HOA is required to fill out a document to we get all of their personal information. The problem is if they do not declare what they are planning to do with the property, they can potentially sit on a lawsuit while they are churning out profits. Commissioner Romelus asked as we issue BTRs will there be a stipulation that they must be certified by FARR. Mr. Rumpf stated that once the ordinance has been approved by the Commission, it will be a requirement. Commissioner McCray stated is it correct that there are 9 certified recovery group homes in the City, and requested an address listing of the 9 residences. Commission Romelus, stated that she wanted to thank Mr. Rumpf and staff for creating this ordinance. Mayor Grant closed discussion. B. Proposed Medical Cannabis's dispensary Ordinance Vice Mayor Katz stated that he brought this up because in previous meetings when we discussed it, we spoke about the lottery, and Commission would review. He has had conversations with constituent regarding this type of business; for and against. In a previous we spoke about lottery versus the process that the Commission has the ability to review. Through some conversation, he leaned towards the lottery system. Since then he would like to revisit that portion of the potential ordinance, just for safe measure. He wanted the Commission to be able to review potential applicants for that business prior to opening. He wanted to change his position, just to have more authority over the potential applicants. Mayor Grant stated that it was not a motion, it is reconsideration and the Vice Mayor was on the prevailing side. Vice Mayor Katz noted we are charging $10,000 for the application and wanted to know if that would change. Can you please explain what would be done differently if not a lottery? Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 Mr. Andrew Mack Director of Development, stated we are on schedule to have this read on May 23rd, at the Planning and Development Board. Any changes need to be made in the 1St and 2nd reading, or we can discuss at the first reading. Currently the ordinance would be a lottery, the applicants would come in and pay their fee; and then there would be luck of the draw. It would not come back to the Commission. There is some oversight; that would be required as a conditional use, such as the location. So based on the conditional use of the zoning, it would be required to come back to the Commission, to review at that time. The other alternative is to place it on an RFP, where it would be considered; that would come back to the Commission, based on the conditional use, there are some sample ordinances like this type. The other is first come, first serve; whoever is the first applicant to put their application is the one that would be selected. Mayor Grant stated that he is not happy with first come first serve; he was open to the idea, of having two in the City, because we do not know what effect is going to have on the City when we allow for these vendors to come into the City. He was going with having the citizen input at the May 23rd, Planning and Development Board meeting. If there are any questions, the constituents can go through the P& D Board. When they can go through the 1st and 2nd reading, so that we can have an alternative available. Due to the cancellation of the July 5, 2017 meeting, There will be more time to amend, if necessary. We are also waiting on the legislature as they did not approve any amendments to the State Statute. Also on the final adoption of rules by the Department of Health, Assistant City Attorney Bridgeman stated that the Department of Health are not going to finalize their rules. They have until July 3rd, so it would be premature to finalize anything before anything is received from the Department of Health. Mayor Grant stated we going to do what we think is best, and then we will make a determination what is legal, based on the Department of Health rules. Mr. Mack stated that any rules that come out from the Department of Health will be incorporated into our ordinance. Mayor Grant stated that they are having bills regarding treating it like a pharmacy, It cannot be more restrictive than a regular pharmacy. Mr. Mack stated that he did see some of that sample language, to see what the effect would be on our zoning. Ms. LaVerriere, asked a question, in order for the Commission to have the ability to review prior to selection of a vendor, outside of zoning requirements that the applicants must meet, and outside of review use during conditional use, what authority the Commission has, what criteria would the Commission be looking at? Does the Commission have the authority to place criteria for the vendor? Ms. Shana Bridgman, Assistant City Attorney explained that she needs to know what type of criteria the Commission will be using, in order to select the applicant. Does the vendor meet the zoning requirements, what are the certain types of criteria we need to evaluate to see if the criteria would be legally permissible? With the Lottery that was not the issue, because we have the lottery, your proposed criteria, as well as the finalized rules for the Department of Health (DOH). Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 Commissioner Romelus explained this is why we should remain with the lottery system. There are 7 growers selected by the state of Florida and have been vetted, researched by the State of Florida. They are the only ones that are allowed to sell the product. There are a lot of different criteria that the State uses. Mr. Mack stated that there are very strict criteria, that there is vertical integration from seed to sale. They would be responsible for the entire process is how it is currently laid out. Mayor Grant stated that we do not know what the Department of Health (DOH), could do, if they wanted to increase the amount of growers. Mr. LaVerriere stated that this was a State Statue and that was the amount of growers that the State of Florida has regarding the amount of growers for the medical marijuana. Commissioner Casello asked if there was a lawsuit to increase the numbers of growers. Mr. Mack stated that at this point we are only going to have one dispensary in the City. Commissioner Romelus stated that, we as elected officials are privy to individuals trying to get us to swing towards their direction. She didn't want to put the Commission in a position where they are being courted by potential growers in order to vote their way. I think that this is why it should be left out of the hands of the Commission and should be left to chance. Vice Mayor Katz stated whether it is persuasion or lobbying, that is something that happens with every decision that is made on the dais, through discussion with individuals that reached out to me and something that the Mayor indicated, he wanted to look at their business plan. At that time I thought that it was a little bit intrusive. My main motivation is out of curiosity. While they are approved by the State from seed to sale, nobody has ever sold the product before. If anything, for me it is a controversial issue, but one that I support fully. I can go to the constituent, and say we have investigated and researched these growers and they are approved by the State, that has not operated this type of business before. We would like to have more information about these approved farms. Ms. LaVerriere asked the Commission to formalize what type of criteria that they needed. Assistant City Attorney Bridgman stated that we have been working on the ordinance for the past few months, so it should not take long to get the ordinance amended. Commissioner Casello stated that he wants the opportunity to make sure we get it right. Mayor Grant said to the citizens of Boynton Beach, all four of your Commissioners are here to listen. If the citizens want to get any petition and come out for the 1St reading, they need to be there. Help us decide what you think what is best for Boynton Beach. 12. NEW BUSINESS A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 17-012 - FIRST READING - Approve the updated Chronic Nuisance Property Code. Shana Bridgman, Assistant City Attorney, read the Propose Ordinance into the record. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 Mark Woods Director of Community Standards ;explained this ordinance is for chronic, non-compliant properties within Boynton Beach. This propose ordinance is not an answer to everything, it is not a fix it all. First of all, this ordinance was created to address excessive service use, deals with properties with habitual non-compliant issues, combines law enforcement and code compliance efforts, and holds property owners responsible for the actions that happen on their property. It is not intended to deal with individual property owners for non-compliant issues such as overgrown grass. The code compliance will continue to be used. This ordinance is for various forms of criminal activity. Violators are determined by calls for service (3 in 30 days or 7 or more in 6 months), excessive use, such as Police and Fire calls to service. This ordinance is not intended to address the common property owner —,such as grass that is too high as an example; that is dealt with through the regular compliance process, it uses criminal determinants for inclusion in the program, and the Special Magistrate process for enforcement, ultimately makes the property owner responsible for the actions on their property. An action plan will be developed for property owners monitored for compliance by City non-compliant issues presented to a Special Magistrate. Commissioner McCray stated that since this is updated, he would have felt more comfortable if he and the other Commissioners would have been supplied with the old ordinance as well as the new one. Mr. Woods stated that this is in addition to Code Compliance; this is a new tool in our toolbox. Commissioner McCray said that we previously had a nuisance abatement ordinance. What,changed from the last one to this one? This is not something new; this is something that is being reinforced. Mayor Grant asked if this new Article 8 that we had existing, if the entire section 15.001 has been replaced with the new language. Mr. Andrew Mack Director of Development stated we struck all the language of the old ordinance. We have entirely new language. the biggest change to the process is we have expanded the types of chronic nuisances, we are allowing that to go through a different process instead of going through the Magistrate process. We are going through an agreement. It is called abatement agreement. As part of the abatement agreement we have a contract with the owner of the property. If they are compliant, at that point we would have an action plan, which they would follow. If they do not follow the action plan; at that point, we are going to the abatement agreement, if they are complaint. If they don't comply, they go directly to the Magistrate; then we would recover the non -ad valorem;taxes. Mayor Grant asked if someone has a business, if someone gets robbed twice, is this considered a chronic nuisance. Mr. Woods stated no, under the scenario that you have presented, the answer is no. If there was a robbery at the place which you own, then the answer is yes. If the property owner has a business and is a victim of theft, he is not considered a part of the property, not necessarily the business owner. If the landlord is not providing a safe space for its tenant, this is being done for the tenant. Commissioner Casello asked about the special assessment levied against the property is that in the form of a lien and if the owner of the property could ask for a lien reduction; Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 this has happened many times. Ms. LaVerriere stated that this is administrative through the property appraiser's office. This goes on there actually tax bills, it must be paid or the property will be sold at a tax sale. Commissioner Casello asked if they could come back to the Commission and ask for a reduction. Mayor Grant stated no, but they could go through the circuit court for some type of tax relief. The Mayor explained how tax certificates work. Mayor Grant stated that he needed clarification on Item 26; is this item discriminatory against the mentally disabled with an addiction; because they cannot help themselves because of their disability. Mr. Mack stated it is not directed at the individual, it is directed at the owner of the property. If the condition of the property is conducive to the individual overdosing, then this would be considered a nuisance violation. Mayor Grant stated that we are trying to work with the landlord to make sure that their property is safe for their tenants. Commissioner McCray asked what affect this ordinance would have on Walmart, and how. many incidents has there been at Walmart since April. Chief Katz stated he does not have that information. Commissioner Casello asked if this applies to property rentals, if someone subleases it. The Mayor wished staff the best of luck, so that we would have a safer more family friendly Boynton Beach. Commissioner Romelus said regarding the properties, the people that this may affect. It is always good to craft legislation, but they are always people who fall victim, even if we are not going after them. Are there ways like creating payment plans, or help them to fix the situation, to prevent from accumulating more fines. Mr. Woods stated that there are other vehicles that the City has in place. This ordinance does not address individuals. The ordinance is for serious criminal activity on a property. Commissioner Romelus stated that in the past we have had this never-ending rabbit hole of fines and fees that has accumulated, and then they come and' ask us to forgive or reduce the fees. How can we make sure that we do not continue to perpetuate these situations? Mr. Woods explained first and foremost, the City determines if we list them as a chronic nuisance violator, so if it is someone that has a special situation, that some of the other programs that the City has, like community enhancement program, like a overgrowth or a dilapidated roof; this is for someone that has serious criminal activity going on; on their property. Ms LaVerriere stated that this is for a very specific listing; this is for extreme criminal activity. We are building our volunteer and grant programs, resident improvement programs, if someone has overgrown lawns, are not being addressed. Commissioner McCray said it seems like that this nuisance abatement process has been thrown into place, it seems like the Commission is trying to close Afro American businesses. Sometimes a landlord cannot control what goes on the outside of the Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 business. It seems like this ordinance is geared to close down small businesses. Mr. Mack explained that the ordinance was modeled after Lake Worth and West Palm Beach. From the research, it has been successful. Commissioner McCray stated that he could not get behind this ordinance it seems like we want to nick pic to close businesses. Mayor Grant opened the floor to the public for comment. Mark Karageorge, 240A Main Blvd, wanted to commend Mark Woods, he read the knows the Chairman of the Nuisance s Abasement Board, in West Palm, and this has worked very well there. This ordinance does not shut down businesses. What it does is penalizes those businesses that are a nuisance to society. The part that he liked was adding to the tax bill, because that is critical. It provides a remedy quickly. There is one thing in our situation, and what has been proposed, When there is default, for the agreement that is made with the business owner, when the default goes to a hearing, goes to a Special Magistrate. In other cities, there has been Citizen Boards, of people that live in those communities that rule in those cases.'This is another option that could be done here. The Community Standards process has a Magistrate. He wanted to stress that this is to correct a problem that is a chronic nuisance. Mayor Grant asked Commissioner McCray to write down any other questions or concern, and the questions will be addressed after public comment. Susan Oyers, 140 SE 27th Way, stated that she had some questions, as a property owner. Her family owns the building that Hurricane Alley is in. Everyone would agree it is a fabulous addition to our City that has kept Ocean Avenue going for decades. What happens if a random drunk person causes problems twice in a month, are you coming after me; since I own the building, when it is really the business owners issue. She recognizes that the City is trying to go after nuisance problems, but some things that are out of the business owner's control. Jeffery Katz, Chief of Police explained the idea behind this ordinance is to give some teeth to the process of engaging in a partnership with the business. The first effort is to reach out to the property owner and ask that they work with the City and develop a plan on how to mitigate the issue from continuing. Staff will articulate why we believe that this is a chronic nuisance. The property owner will be informed. This will give the property owner the opportunity to work with the City. The City will provide resources to help; whether it is a crime prevention assessment or anything else. Staff will work with the property owner to bring the property into compliance, so that we don't have a chronic nuisance situation. The effort is to work with the property owner. The concern that people will have with respect with the enforcement of this and the administration of the fines, really relates to the breakdown of that process. If we have a property owner who wants to work with the City, and mitigate the issue, that would not be a concern. A concern will be a property owner who is deliberately indifferent with the concerns of the public and the community that is allowing tenants in their residents or tenants in their Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 rooms that they rent, to be subjected to criminal activity repeatedly. Again, we will bring that issue to the property owner, to work with the property owner. If they fail to do so, then this ordinance gives us the teeth to actually pursue it further. Ms. Oyers, said she understood, except she is looking at a situation, if she rents out to a business and this is something that the business has done, why is it impacting her as a property owner, they have rented the building out. She did not think as the business owners, she should have to take the hit. She wanted to know why should she, as a property owner, be held accountable and why are the business owner and not the business/tenant held accountable. Chief Katz reiterated the City is not coming after the property owner. The effort is to work with the property owner. The only time that the City would come after the property owner, would be if the property owner did not work with the City to address the issue. Everybody has a right to public services, everybody is a taxpayer. This ordinance addresses the anomaly, situations and locations that take away from our ability to serve everyone, because the Police or Fire Department are chronically dealing with situations at these locations. In the interest of being fair that is actually one of the justification of this ordinance is to make sure that we have the ability to provide public resources to everybody on an equitable playing field as opposed to spending all of our time where people are continually being victimized. Ms. Oyer stated the intentions are great but what happens 20 years down the line, there may be a different Commission and different Police. They are long term property owners and do not plan on going anyplace soon. Chief Katz stated, if you look at the process of this ordinance, this is an arduous ordinance to carry out. Regardless of the makeup of the Commission or the Police Department, we could not willy-nilly to go after people because of this ordinance. It is administratively very complex. It as an investment. Resources will be saved at the back end. Ms. Oyer stated she wants the ordinance to look at the good property owners and not just the bad ones. We do not want to get caught in a bad net, with circumstances beyond our control. Vice Mayor Katz asked the Chief, using Ms. Oyer's example, if two different incidents of people being intoxicated and getting into fights on her property would occur, what would that scenario unfold as, from a law enforcement scenario. Chief Katz stated that it really would not impact the owner. We need to use common sense in the application of this ordinance. Where we will have issues is when there are large crowds of rowdy people. We would contact the property owner and ask how we can work through this. Remember this is for the anomaly; this is not that there was a bad weekend and there were three fights. This is for people getting hurt and people getting injured, all the time. Herb Suss 1711 Woodfern Drive, wondered, with all the future building going up, the property owner can educate their tenants as they build. The police they do a great job, Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 but with all the new building going up, the property owners need to educate their tenants. Commissioner McCray's whole take is going back in regard to the Magistrate. Where is the salary for the Magistrate coming from, have we budgeted this for additional hours. Ms. LaVerriere stated that this is funded in Legal. Ms. -Shana Bridgeman Assistant City Attorney, stated that the Magistrate is the same one that will be handling the code cases currently, so it already budgeted. Ms. LaVerriere asked what the hourly fee twas being paid. Mr. Woods stated that the Magistrate is paid via Community Standards. Ms. LaVerriere advised this is an outside attorney. Commissioner McCray stated before this gets to the Commission you should have all of this information available. I am going back it comes out of the Code cases, you all do not have it together before it gets to me, I am sorry. Tim Howard Assistant City Manager, explained the Magistrate that we currently have that handles Community Standards, previously Code Enforcement; the City went out and selected an attorney. The hourly rates are budgeted under Community Standard. This would fall as another hearing. We already have the Magistrate in place. The money is already budgeted. Commissioner Casello asked if this would be an extra workload, since she gets paid by the hour. This would be part of what she would hear. Mr. Howard stated it is just part of what she hears. Mayor Grant asked if this would be after the Code Compliance or would it be a separate hearing. Mr. Woods stated that this would be the same agenda, it is just the placement. Someone must be at the end and someone is at the beginning. Commissioner Casello wanted to know with the average case load, how many cases per hour. Mr. Woods stated our case load takes about 1.5 hours, maybe 2 hours. Commissioner Casello stated that the pay is about $150.00 per hour. It will increase that budget. Mr. Howard stated that it may add 20 minutes, it may be Y2 hour. It may not be every month. Commissioner Casello stated that it could add to the budget. Commissioner Romelus offered, considering these potential businesses, these group homes, these are other affiliates, and the workload could potentially increase the cost. Her suggestion would be there is a board that rarely meets and rarely does anything. Could they potentially be the first group that oversees these hearings and if it needs to be escalated to the Special Magistrate to prevent the City from paying additional fees to the Magistrate. I am thinking of the Building Board Adjustment and Appeals. Mr. Mack stated just because it may have additional cost, the costs associated with the enforcement will be recouped via the tax collectors lien on the property. Mayor Grant stated he liked Mr. Karageorge's idea. Commissioner Casello did not think that this should be put in the hands of the citizens. Mayor Grant stated that there is a current nuisance abatement ordinance. The big change is that we go into an agreement. We are trying to work with the property owners, if we have a property owner that is willing to work with us. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 Vice Mayor Katz offered this is an ordinance relates to businesses that are compliant with or ignorant of severe repeat criminal activity on their premises. He did not have sympathy for. these business owners, whether it is sober home operators that allow people to overdose and die on the property, multiple times, if it happens more than once. Something needs to be brought to the business door step. If you are a bar or a convenience store, if the types of crimes and criminal activity are common occurrence on the property, then this ordinance presents you with two options; clean up your act or the City of Boynton Beach will clean up your act. Those businesses that are offended by this, I say good riddance. City of Boynton Beach does not need businesses that are constantly sucking up resources that are wasting the time of Fire or Police taking away vital services for law abiding citizens that may need those services. He understood the concern of over enforcement, which is not something that we foresee because of the ridged guidelines that are set in place; and the process. Vice Mayor Katz fully supported this, because the success that has been enjoyed by other municipalities. For those businesses who feel they are being targeted; stop allowing crimes from occurring on your property. He lives in a community with a number of sober homes. It seems like every month someone dies at one of the facilities. These homes need to be closed down. Residents feel like they are being held hostage. Clean up your act or get out of Boynton Beach. This ordinance gives plenty of time to get their act together. No one wants to close businesses down. Commissioner McCray asked the Chief of Police for the stats for Walmart. Mayor Grant state that it is not against the business, it is against the owner who has a tenant of that business. If the Chronic Nuisance Abatement Board is involved, there is a violation of the lease. It means you, as a tenant, is doing something wrong. If you violate the nuisance abatement, we will have the civil option first, with the language that is being placed in the abatement agreement, the landlord is being placed on notice. This is putting the landlord on notification that his tenant is not doing what he should be doing. We are making sure that they are not overusing services. The tenant must make sure that they have Police at the property; if the owner allows the tenant to do this, then they must pay for extra services. This is new territory for the City. There may be kinks, but the City is willing to work with the property owners to make the City of Boynton Beach better. Commissioner Romelus asked about the chronic nuisance Board, which had been mentioned multiple times. Mayor Grant asked if the Commission wanted to think about creating a Chronic Nuisance Board. The Magistrate is an attorney. Commissioner Romelus explained that she is not in favor of creating any new boards; there are several boards that rarely meet, or that are not being utilized to their full potential. She was in favor of using another board. Mayor Grant stated that he was looking at the Adjustment Board of Appeal; they have not used the board since 2015. Mr. Mack stated that the last time that the board met was in reference to an unsafe structure. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 Commissioner Casello asked if the boards are inactive because they have not business to conduct. Mr. Mack explained that this board is only on an "as needed basis". It is based on someone applying for a request, such as if a contractor or owner feel they are not in agreement with what the building official has determine or allows, they can appeal that decision, that is the due process. Commissioner Casello asked if maybe the Commission can increase their purview, if there are situations they can review prior to going to the special Magistrate. Mr. Mack explained that the board's make up is specially geared toward regulating businesses that deal with construction in the development industry. The Special Magistrate was chosen because the Magistrate is an attorney and has expertise in law enforcement. The previous abatement was done through the Special Magistrate via the Code Compliance Board. Commissioner Romelus stated that she understands this is to allow for citizen or community input. Ms. LaVarierre stated that the public can speak at the Special Magistrate hearings. Mr. Mack explained, the business owners could appeal the decision through the court system; if they were rendered a decision by the Special Magistrate. Mayor Grant asked if the ordinance has language regarding attorney fees, for the prevailing party and include in the non -ad valorem taxes. Mr. Mack stated that he would need to speak with the City Attorney's office, to receive further clarification. Mayor Grant stated that he was in favor of continuing the Special Magistrate. If we have residents willing to get onto the board and take that back, I am willing to hear what they have to say. If we only get two or three people it would not be worth it. Regarding the Adjustment Board of Appeal, they are not qualified, for what is needed; you need officers, lawyers and others. It is something that needs to be put into place, so that we can start to correct some of the issues that have been plaguing the City, for decades. Commissioner McCray was in favor of using the Special Magistrate. We are already on a slippery slope, I prefer to have legal individuals operating and giving us their legal opinions when it comes to information instead of citizens, like John Doe. Mayor Grant asked if there were any final comments from the Commission. Commissioner Romelus believed this is a great idea. She just wanted to make sure that we prevented from going down the slippery slope of potentially going after individuals who become entangled in the language of this simply because they have individuals that are frequenting there businesses. She saw the intention of the ordinance, but good intentions take us places that we do not want to go. She wants to make sure that we use this ordinance for its intended purposes, not to penalize good standing businesses which may fall victim to this ordinance. Commissioner Casello stated that he is comfortable in the way in which the Chief explained how this ordinance would be implemented. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 Vice Mayor Katz wanted to tone down his comments by saying the way in which the ordinance is laid out; with the comments from the Chief, as well as Commissioner Casello he did not foresee an avalanche of ordinance violations that shut down businesses. We are looking at hundreds of millions of dollars in investments of new business, new residential infrastructure, up and down Boynton Beach, Federal, Seacreast, and MLK with the CRA in conjunction with the different projects. The businesses that would fall under this ordinance and in violation of it need to recognize that for the City to move forward, the types of activities that would run afoul of this ordinance need to cease. Also, if you are a business operator that does not agree with this ordinance then you need to clean up your act. If you are a property owner that has a tenant that violates the ordinance, hopefully in the lease there is language that addresses criminal activity; they can be removed from the property. If we want to revitalize our downtown area, this is something that will push this City in the proper path. We cannot expect investment and development if there is rampant violence and crime throughout the City. If there are dozens of businesses that are being cited, he would be the first to ask for the ordinance to be amended. He did not foresee that as being the case. He supports this ordinance. Mayor Grant asked for a motion Motion Vice Mayor Katz moved to approve. Commissioner Casello seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Pyle called the roll. The vote was 4-1. (Commissioner McCray dissenting). B. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R17-050 - Authorize the Mayor to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of Boynton Beach and Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) for the CRA partial funding of the Director of Economic Development and Strategy for FY 16/17 for an amount not to exceed $23,795. Motion Commissioner Romelus moved to approve. Commissioner Casello seconded the motion. Commissioner McCray wanted a discussion. Commissioner McCray asserted the employee was not hired for the calendar year, only for a few more months. This is only for a partial payment. Mayor Grant stated this is for the fiscal year. Commissioner McCray asked what the total amount of compensation. Mr. Howard advised this only for six month period. April 1- September 30, 2017. His current salary is $130,000, $190, 0000 including the insurance cost, as well as the Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 pension cost. Ms. LaVerriere, stated the expected pension cost is 48 percent of salary moving into next year. Commissioner McCray stated that he needs measurables to see if this individual will do what is expected. To come up with $190,000 for one individual. I think it needs to be looked at again. Mr. Howard stated that this is a one year agreement between the CRA and the City and comes back each year. Mr. Howard stated that the agreement will come again in October 2017 to renew. Commissioner Romelus stated that she disagrees with Commissioner McCray. I believe that this is a good use of taxpayer money, to pay this individual. I must say that he is very well versed. We have been asking for a very long time for someone to fill this role, to have a place at the table, to get local, higher consideration of our businesses, to make sure that they are informed, different contracts and bids. This is why this individual has been hired. I truly believed that role will be fulfilled. , I look forward to building, the community. She did not oppose the amount of money. We have been asking for this. He is qualified and has been diligent to reach out to community stakeholders. Commissioner McCray stated that he needs measurable; it is a lot of money. We need money to do different things. It is a good idea, for one individual to get $189,000? Commissioner Casello LaVerriere, stated that we standard of the position the the staff member. inquired Vote Unanimously passed 13. LEGAL how do we come up w use classification plan. If employee will be terminated ith the salary for Directors. Ms. someone is not meeting the Ms. LaVerriere, will terminate A. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R17-051 - Approve an extension of the temporary moratorium commenced under a "Notice of Intent" (NOI #2016-01) to study the need for modifications to the City's Land Development Regulations (LDR) related to the siting, placement, and design of wireless communication facilities (W CF) within rights-of-way, through September 6, 2017 to cover the period required to finalize the review of possible amendments to the land development regulations intended to implement currently pending legislation (SB 596/1-113 687). Ms. Shana Bridgeman, Assistant City Attorney, read the Proposed Resolution no. R17-051 by title only, Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida Motion May 16, 2017 Commissioner McCray moved to approve. Vice Mayor Katz seconded the motion. Mayor Grant asked for discussion. Mayor Grant inquired if the State Legislator passed any bills that are up for the Governor's signatures, Mr. Rumpf, replied not yet, and Mayor Grant asked if there were any bills preempting what we can be done. Mr. Rumpf stated potentially, yes. Mayor Grant asked should we try to create something before that comes into effect. Mr. Rumpf recommended to extend the moratorium, to wait it out, to see what the outcome will be, it may be futile to do that. Mayor Grant questioned if there would be nothing grandfathered in and Mr. Rumpf confirmed nothing, Vote Unanimously passed B. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 17-013 - FIRST READING — Approve the local Register historic designation application for the site of the Boynton School(the Children's Museum) located at 129 E. Ocean Avenue, Boynton Beach. Ms. Shana Bridgeman, Assistant City Attorney read proposed Ordinance17-013-on first reading, by title only. Motion Commissioner Romelus moved to approve. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Pyle called the roll. The vote was 5-0 C. Direct staff to suspend enforcement of the City's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 17, Article II, Solicitors and Canvassers Commissioner McCray asked who it affects. Attorney Bridgeman stated this does not apply to Comcast. If they already must have a BTR they still solicit now. The ordinance has not been revised since 1958. We should have a new ordinance at the next meeting. Commissioner McCray stated that anyone who wanted to solicit can solicit in Boynton Beach. There are certain provisions within the ordinance that does not reflect the current case law. Commissioner McCray asked if they need to get a permit from the City Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 Clerk's office. Commissioner Casello asked about the political candidates canvassers, Attorney Bridgeman stated this ordinance does not have anything to do with political canvassers. Commissioner Romelus asked staff to look at other ordinances that maybe out of date. That may have language that is offensive and out of date. Motion Commission Romelus moved to approve. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. Vote unanimously passed. 14. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Mayor Grant requested deferring the Library presentation. There were no objections to the request. Mayor Grant requested the City Manager to have a presentation for the Town Square at the next meeting, May 30, 2017. There were no objections to the request A. Monthly Departmental Presentations: ITS/GIS - June, 2017 Public Works - July, 2017 B. July 5, 2017 Commission Meeting has been cancelled. C. Budget workshops for the FY 17/18 budget are scheduled in the Library Program Room on the following dates and times: Monday, July 17, 2017 @ 5:00 P.M. Tuesday, July 18, 2017 @ 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, July 19, 2017 @ 2:00 P.M. D. Increase the 25,000 increase with the legislature E. Add local legislature to give our reports Motion Commissioner Romelus moved to adjourn. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. The City of Boynton Beach OFFICE OF THE CITY COMMISSION Mayor Steven B. Grant Vice Mayor Justin Katz Commissioner Joseph A. Casello Commissioner. Mack McCray Commissioner Christina Romelus 100 E. Boynton Beach Boulevard Boynton Beach, Florida 33435 - (P): 561-742-6010 1 (F): 561-742-6011 www.boynton-beach.org May 11, 2017 Pastor Nathaniel Robinson = St.-Paul-A.M.E Church 31:5E.-Martin Luther KingJr. Blvd Boynton Beach' FL -33435: Dear Pastor=Robinson-and Members.of St. _Paul A_.M.E;- ` -On behalf of the City of Boynton Beach, we would. like -to thank the Ment2Makelt program for participating in the Greater St. Paul A.M.E Boynton Beach's Community Trash Pick -Up .event. The City appreciates the program gene rously.donating their time and efforts to make the -community a better and more beautiful place: to live. The success. of your program's kickoff event is a great example of how -leadership and service can affect positive change in a community. The next generation of community leaders are beginning to make a profound impact in Boynton Beach, and Ment2Makelt is leading the way. I know this is only the beginning of a successful endeavor to make a positive and impactful -change in our community. We look forward to your continued work and dedication - in _making Boynton Beach a wonderful place to live: Sincerely, Commissioner -Mack McCray City of. Boynton Beach Cc: Cory Voce Program_ Mentor Ment2Makelt - America's Gateway to .the Gulfstream ..-The City of Boynton Beach OFFICE.OF THE CITY COMMLSN0N Mayor Steven B. Grant vice MaytrrJustin Katt. 1 Commissioner ]oseph A. CasWI0 commissioner Mads McCray Commissioner Christina.Romelus 100 E. Boynton Beach Boulevard' Boynton Beach, Florida 33435 • (P): 561-742-60101 (F): 561-742-6011 Ymmboynton=beach.org Resolution:: Mather Geneva Green Russell... Whereas,. Mother.Geneva Green Russell was born in.Savannah,`Georgia on November.24, 1916 . to Evelyn Washington and Sam Green, We submitthis.:reSoluti0:n in her honor: Whereas, Mather Russell was educated in.the public schools in Delray Beach; .Florida headed by Principal Professor S. D. Spady. Mother Russell, was active in .the community serving as past president of the Parent Teacher • Association and . a. member of the Citizens Community Help Club. She 'provided'medical. transportation,. for .the sick .and elderly citizens. She was thea designated driver for the . group . known as the "Golden Girls". on their social outings.- -mother Russell married Mr: Milton Russell ofAbacoa; Bahamas on June 23.,1936. Whereas, she accepted Christ as'her-personal savior at'the .oge of twelve,, her life has been a testament of her- strong belief in. the. Lord, Jesus Christ:, . Upon moving to Boynton Beach, she became one of .the: charter members -of the newly -established :Church of God. She'served, in numerous capacities,. including Church Secretary, musician, and Women's. Ministries -President. She served as the helpmeet to her. husband, Bishop Milton Russell; Sr., as he pastured not only in Boynton Beach. but also in_the following communities, Sou#h Bay, Labelle; Jensen Beach, Sharpes . and Port Salerno: Whereas, Mother Russell was a. positive influence in the lives of generations of people, she . leaves seven children, fifteen grandchildren, twenty::one great grandchildren, twelve great, great grandchildren. Therefore, I, Mack Mc Cray, City Commissioner of District Two, City of Boynton Beach, Steven B. Grant, .Mayor, Justin Katz, Vice Mayor, Christina Romelus, Commissior of District Three -and Joseph A. Casello, Commissionerof District . Four, express Our personal sympathy and the sympathy of the city of Boynton Beach to the Russell family. Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution will be given to the family and one recorded in the records of the City of Boynton Beach Humbly submitted this. 13 day of May 2017. . America's Gateway to the Gulfstream Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 Vote The motion unanimously passed. The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 p.m. CITY YNTON BEACH Maw—Steven B. Grant Vice missio.n&- Cbristina Romelus mmissioner - Joe Casello ATTEST Ju' h A. Pyle, CM C- Clerk eenester Nieves, Deputy City Clerk ACIB HmdoimmR CC Taft ifCUd Illell1l)F71 Of Lhe Pssoc!f ,Ic;r, or Ccjpc .R'f:'13AVDS e`T Y °�` �A 7helnternat;anal Uoic(�.olf on munity Viands ,x vnvwacband_.ory �l Oil ~ATO Ta O� 11M.CTUOTOM ..... ..... May 5, 2017 Greetings: OFFICE OF THE CITY COMMISSION Mayor Steven B. Grant Vice Mayor Justin Katz Commissioner Joseph A. Casello Commissioner Mack McCray Commissioner Christina Romelus 100 E. Boynton Beach Boulevard Boynton Beach, Florida 33435 (P): 561-742-60101 (F): 561-742-6011 www.boynton-beach.org As Mayor of Boynton Beach I take great pleasure in welcoming you to the performance of the City of Boynton Beach's "Gold Coast Band" at the 2017 International Convention of the Association of Concert Bands (ACB). I know the "Gold Coast Band" has gone to great lengths to assure that you enjoy not only a memorable musical experience, but also an audio and visual experience that we enjoy each season under the new artistic leadership of Maestro Ken Wilbanks. The late Dr. James E. Buffan formed a community band in the City of Boynton Beach, Florida in 1976. The 15 member band was originally named the James E. Buffan Gold Coast Band. Dr. Buffan was a man with a musical vision that inspired others to join him in creating entertaining music for the community. He came to Boynton Beach from Njagra Fall, NY, where he was director of music for the city's public schools. Today, the "Gold Coast Band" continues his tradition and performs to sold out audiences in the Liberal Arts Magnet of Boynton Beach High School Auditorium. The "Gold Coast Band" performs to approximately 10,000 citizens of the community throughout each season through all of its performance groups. The growth of the organization has been astounding musically, including band membership and audience growth, under the leadership of Ken Wilbanks and with the outstanding support and dedication of the "Gold Coast Band" members. The "Gold Coast Band" is a proud member of "The Association of Concert Bands" and its members should be congratulated on the underlying mission of fostering the concert band tradition in cities throughout the country. On behalf of the City of Boynton Beach, the City Commission and citizens of Boynton Beach please enjoy our performance of the "Gold Coast Band" World Tour Performance 2017. Sincerely, Mayor Steven B. Grant City of Boynton Beach America's Gateway to the Gulfstream Founded byJames E. Buffan,1976 Celebrating 40+ years of music & community service li ki�? '--1 /°' „, E� (Hungary) Allegro Barbaro.......................................................................Bela Bartok, arr. Tom Wallace (Ireland) Kirkpatrick's Muse...................................................................................................Jay Bocook Soloist: Michelle Kakadelis, Bodhran Drum (Canada) Drums of the Saamis...........................................................................................Samuel Hazo Soloist: Stacy Sinkledam, Wooden Flute (U.S.A.) Fanfare from "Rocky"................................................................... Bill Conti, arr. Naohiro Iwai Soloist: Bill Wasserman, Trumpet (Puerto Rico) Seis Manual (From "Islas y Montanas")................................................Shelly Hanson Soloists: Greg Hawks, Trumpet & Sam Pasnon, Trombone (Japan) Dance of Uzume.........................................................................................................Piet Swerts Soloist: Kyle Mechmet, Alto Sax Guest Conductor: Col. Alan Sierichs, retired US Air Force Bands (Argentina) Rhapsody on EI Choclo (World Premiere) ....... Angel Villoldo, arr. Kenneth Wilbanks Soloist: Eduardo Rojas, Grand Piano (Rome, Italy) Pines of the Appian Way (from "The Pines of Rome")................................Respighi, arr: Antonio d'Elia. Erik Leizden CL Boynton Beach U 5 A C B Founded by James E.BuNan,1976 Celebrating 40+ years of music & community service FLUTE/PICCOLO Michelle Blan ALTO SAX FRENCH HORN Dick Morgan Marie Burchell Roger Brito William (Chris) Bowman Steven Kirkpatrick Randall Reid Teresa Chesnut Kim Carlson Valentine Gabaldon James Martin STRING BASS Andrea DiSario Kristen Fraser Bill Jeczalik Michelle Miller Hunter Isbell Lydia Duffey Jordan Fratti Kyle Mechmet Susan Mina Ellen Goldhaber Norman Gebeloff TENOR SAX Kevin Montaro Steven Winogard Harvey Koch Tom Greaser Pat Allard Renee Schrab ELECTRIC/BASS GUITAR Bridget McCrensky Samuel Heine Anthony Pecoraro Sandy Weinstein Roy Winters Jennifer Moorehead Reagan Katz Mary Shapiro Don Zelman Cindy Pinero Milton Kom Bob Wilkey TROMBONE PERCUSSION Jihyoun Rnoh Alan Levine Andrew Dickerson Carl Colsizzi Laura Sandoval William Meyerson BARI SAX Mel F Michael Davis James Schober Bonnie Mueller Vaughn Henderson Joseph Kamal Kam Grecia Garrett Wynne Shilling Guy Poisson Michael Rieder Gam, Knepler Madeline Simches Heijmau Stacy Sinkledam Harvey Port TRUMPET Steven McClintock Michelle Kakadelis Ilene Tramantano Dylan Sanchez Rachel Dippolito Samuel Pasnon Andrew Kravetz Pat Truscello Robert Schnall Randall Eaddie Tina Woodward Emily Moorehead Kristen Weislogel Mark Shapiro Peter Gagliardo Rick Morales Don Weiss Frances Sharon Greg Hawks EUPHONIUM Rene Pasnon OBOE/ENGLISH HORN Allen Steir Paul Stein Peter James Bruce Campbell Lisa HerrmannJerry Saul Rubin Haimes Jim St Clair Jim Kuehn Andreww Hershman ANNOUNCER Barbara Molina Toni Tarto Ransom Miller Jennifer Moorehead Lainey Brooks Brandon Nix ALTO CLARINET Spike Rogells Sacks Ronald Simon PERSONNEL MANAGER BASSOON n Kent Tmgum Otis Sizemore Mary Wilkey Steven Harwood Joel Levy BASS CLARINET Joseph Toia Adian Walkowiak TUBA ARTISTIC DIRECTOR/COMPOSER Elijah Vazquez Steven Brooks William Wasserman Kell Bermette y' Melissa Brooks Ken Wilbanks CLARINET Zoe Prucien Martin Sperber Michael Wechsler Zachary Dillon Ashley Backus Gary Werner Stuart Markowitz Linda Backus CONTRABASS CLARINET Marilyn Wilson Chris Martindale Ansel Baker Roger Spon Dan Zale Ken Moorehead Me Whm et. Kyle Mechmet is a concert saxophonist and educator based in the South Florida area. A member of the North American Saxophone Alliance, Kyle frequently attends and performs at saxophone conferences across the nation and world. His teachers include Dr. Kenneth Tse and Neal Bonsanti. He is an in -demand clinician and educator, and his students regularly attend all -state and all -district honor bands, as well as continue to study music in college. He is an advocate of commissioning new works for saxophone, as well as transcribing old works to give them a fresh sound through the saxophone. While at the University of Iowa, he was a part of the first saxophone ensemble CD published in the United States, Contemplation, as well as a founding member of the Meraki Saxophone Quartet and the Vijf reed quintet. Kyle holds a Master of Arts (MA) in Saxophone Performance and Pedagogy from the University of Iowa and a Bachelor of Music (BM) in Saxophone Performance from Florida Atlantic University. D h Aias s e r°man Since the mid 1970s, Bill Wasserman's trumpet has sounded at venues in Connecticut, Pennsylvania, New York, Montreal and now, southern Florida. At home as a big band lead player, an orchestral and baroque artist plus a musical theater pit musician, Bill also ran a successful small town Law Practice for 30 years. Now making South Florida his full-time musical home, Bill is very happy to have joined the Gold Coast band adding his exciting skills and sounds to this organization. He can also be heard with many groups, including the South Florida Pride Wind Ensemble, The Broward College Symphonic Band and The Red Rocket Jazz Band. He is also a popular teacher and clinician with Trumpet students of all ages. Born inSoutheast Texas, Ken has had the fortunate opportunity tobe exposed to some ofthe best auhools[& bands |nthe nation. After graduating from Nederland High School, Ken went on to get his Bachelors from Louisiana State University and his Master's and Doctoral Studies from Texas A&K4. Ken's Bands have consistently received superior ratings at the District, Area and State level as well as "Grand rk U="a"a..,/"",,""`to/^"s wp��vpnmem�eroftheTaxas�Nudo --'--------- --- —` Educators Association, Texas Band Masters Association, Texas Music Adjudicators Association and Kappa Kappa Psi aswell asaguest conductor and clinician throughout the South even tothis day. Ken isalso amember ofASCAP. . After a successful career in teaching High School Band, Ken went on to Corporate America and became a National Leader in Estate Planning Financial Field with many National Awards and certifications and retired in 2007, . Now, retired inSouth F|or�a,Ken b��m�ng what heco|bhonne"Paredbe". Hehas returned tohis roots in music bydirecting the Gold Coast Band, performing with the 8novandSymphonic Band and iscurrently composing & conducting music on the National level as well as a clinician to many bands. Ken is currently the President of the Broward Symphonic Band, Principal Tuba and serves a guest conductor for the Broward Symphonic Band annually. Ken's hobbles are Yachting, watching sci-fi movies and spending time with his dogs and enjoying his time spent with the Gold Coast Band members. otl to It C=U Man Stelfficchs Alan Sledchsisaformer Commander and Conductor ofThe United States Air Force Band inWashington, D�His final Air Force assignment in 30 -year career was asChief ofBands at the Pentagon. Along the way |nhis Air Force career, he commanded and led bands in Japan, Ohio, Massachusetts, and Illinois and also had assignments inColorado and Nebraska. During that time, he. c"=""ati the "|o�*,npkinoover5.DUOoub|ic�ooeonmncesonbehalf ofthe Air Force. ~r~^~~~~"---''--'`=-'--^----��-'^ He's led The Air Force Band In performances at the White House, the State Department, the Pentagon, and played for every President and Vice -President since the Reagan years. He's appeared many times on national TV including NBCs Tmday8hoo,FxxondF6ends,CNN,PBS,Jmpan^aNHK-TV,ondAustn*|ifaGomd&4mrningAustnaUa.Hm/osharedthestage and performed with Ray Charles, The Canadian Brass, Charlie Daniels, Lonestar, Peter Cetera, The Lettermen, The Miracles, The Platters, Kool and the Gang, Keiko Matsui, The New York,Voices, Eddie Daniels, Allen Vizzutti, Jack Jones, Rhonda Burch more, k8eUndaDdo|h1\e,Susan Ashton, and PhVUisDiller. Often indemand asaneducator and d|nicion, h��onoadmuumenmunappearances mtnational music conferences aswell as leading many all -state and regional honor bands. When schedule allowed, he guest conducted professional orchestras around the country. Following his military career he joined the USAA Community Affairs team in March 2011 where he leads and manages the USAA Band and Chorus. Prior.to joining the Air Force, Alan taught at Boston University and the South Shore Conservatory of Music in Hingham, Massachusetts. He played trumpet for five years in the Baton Rouge Edduardo Rilmajas Hailed by the Dallas Morning News as "clearly a pianist with considerable skill and force of personality", Eduardo Rojas has appeared as soloist with orchestras of South and North America. His performances include noteworthy appearances with the National Symphony Orchestra of Colombia, Bogota Philharmonic, Philharmonic of Cali, Valle Philharmonic, Panama National Orchestra, -Colombia Youth Philharmonic Orchestra, and in countries such as Ecuador, Bolivia, Chile, Panama, Puerto Rico, Canada, and Taiwan. After moving to the United States in 2006 to pursue his Artist Diploma and Masters in Music at Texas Christian University, Mr. Rojas resumed his concertizing career with performances with the Van Cliburn Foundation, the New Philharmonic Orchestra of Irving, the Great Lakes Symphony, the American Wind Symphony, the Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra, the Flower Mound Symphony Orchestra, and the Dallas Chamber Symphony, among others. Mr. Rojas is also a highly sought- after recitalist, consistently appearing in solo and chamber music recitals throughout the world. In addition to his performing career, Mr. Rojas possesses a vast teaching experience in several universities in his native Colombia, including the National Pedagogic University, the Javeriana University, and Cauca University. In 2005, he was appointed Dean of the third largest conservatory in -his country, being the youngest person ever to hold that office in Colombia. Since arriving in the U.S., Mr. Rojas has taught as a collaborative pianist and coach for institutions such as the Fort Worth Opera, the Southern Methodist University, Texas Christian University, and Tarrant County College. In 2016, he was invited to Taipei, Taiwan to give master classes and serve as a judge of the Asian Pacific International Piano Competition. In the summer of 2013, Mr. Rojas recorded a live DVD at the famed New World Center in Miami Beach, FL featuring Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No. 2 with the Colombian Youth Philharmonic Orchestra. In 2015, he released two albums, "Eduardo Rojas Plays Beethoven Vol 1" and "Regenwold — Melodies from the Rainforest" which showcases Mr. Rojas' own arrangements of Latin American music. These arrangements, which combine Classical and Latino music styles, are being published in collaboration with Lovebird Music. 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Pierce, FL 84647 961-685-3753 561-478-0950 775466-8764 www.MUS1d'CM—" anInc.com NA ) [DIRT ��� Florida Music XON -1 industry Council *Nut vwlid jor raval.16 %on pityment., rvwjiry or irxsUnitiurrul purr Gusr.%. One iter niulent. Not wlid with run other ruupom+ or q fie , No rude %whie. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida May 16, 2017 Vote The motion unanimously passed. The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 p.m. CITY YNTON BEACH Maw—Steven B. Grant Vice missio.n&- Cbristina Romelus mmissioner - Joe Casello ATTEST Ju' h A. Pyle, CM C- Clerk eenester Nieves, Deputy City Clerk