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Minutes 02-04-20Minutes Of The City Commission Meeting Held in the Intracoastal Park Clubhouse 2240 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, Florida On Tuesday, February 4, 2020, at 5:30 p.m. Present: Steven B. Grant, Mayor Justin Katz, Vice Mayor Mack McCray, Commissioner Ty Penserga, Commissioner Absent Christina L. Romelus, Commissioner 1. OPENINGS A. Call to Order - Mayor Steven B. Grant Mayor Grant called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Lori LaVerriere, City Manager James Cherof, City Attorney Crystal Gibson, City Clerk Invocation —Pastor Randy Patterson, Seacrest Presbyterian Church. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Commissioner Ty Penserga. Roll Call City Clerk Gibson called the roll. There was a quorum. Agenda Approval: 1. Additions, Deletions, Corrections Commissioner McCray requested an update from the Boynton Beach Police Department on the recent violence in Boynton Beach. Mayor Grant indicated this item would be added as Item 3-H under announcements. Mayor Grant requested to move item 6-D to New Business 11-B. Mayor Grant commented that when an item is tabled, the item should continue to be placed on the agenda until the item has been resolved. Attorney Cherof replied that the items regarding the Boynton Beach Mall would be on the next agenda. 2. Adoption Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 4, 2020 Motion Commissioner Penserga moved to approve the agenda as amended. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. The motion unanimously passed. 2. OTHER A. Informational items by Members of the City Commission Mayor Grant noted on January 22"d, he attended the League of Cities in Palm Beach Gardens, attended a meeting with the Boynton Intracoastal Group. January 23rd, he attended the Palm Tran Service Board meeting. Performed a ribbing cutting for Boulevard Rehabilitation for their new facility of in-house Dialysis. January 24th, he attended Rock the Plaza. January 25th, he also attended the Oceanfront Bark event; he commended the Parks and Recreation staff for a great event and noted there is still one more before the sea turtle nesting. Attended the grand opening of the South Florida Marine's new property. He commended the CRA and the Board for helping to remove slum and blight. January 27-29, attended the Florida pension trustee conference, in his role as the chairperson of the general employee's public pension. January 30th, he attended the Boynton Beach Veterans Task Force meeting. February 2"d, he presented a citation to Louis Pochtar who turned 103. He attended the Four Chaplains Ceremony and thanked First Presbyterian for allowing them to use their facilities. February 3rd, he met with the Quantum Foundation and also attended the Coalition of Clergy meeting. Commissioner Penserga said he had nothing to disclose. Commissioner McCray said he had nothing to disclose. He presented a citation to Bryson McCray, from Poinciana elementary. Vice Mayor Katz had nothing to disclose. He stated he would not make the upcoming CRA meeting. Vice Mayor Katz informed the commission he would be in Tallahassee lobbying on behalf of the teachers union. 3. ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMUNITY AND SPECIAL EVENTS AND PRESENTATIONS A. Announcement by Assistant Recreation & Parks Director Kacy Young about the Oceanfront Bark event, which will be held at Oceanfront Park on Saturday, February 22, from 9 am to 12 noon. Kacy Young, Assistant Director, Recreation & Parks Department, announced the Oceanfront Bark event welcomes all well-behaved dogs to "paw-ty" on the south end of the beach. Dogs will be allowed off -leash in designated areas on the beach and in the water. Dogs will be required to stay within the temporary fencing installed at the south Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 4, 2020 end of the beach, and just south of the middle beach access ramp. Dogs must be appropriately licensed and will be asked to leave the park if acting aggressively. He noted this would be the last of these events for this year. B. Proclaim February 11-17,2020 as 2-1-1 Awareness Week. Mayor Grant read proclamation for 2-1-1 Awareness Week, February 11-17, 2020. Patrice Schroeder, 2-1-1's Community Relations Specialist, accepted the proclamation and thanked the commission for the honor. Boynton Beach calls were over 1500 calls that were related to housing, 1300 calls were for mental health and addiction, 700 callers for utility assistance and 600 for medical insurance needs, to name a few. They had some additional resources available to the citizens of Boynton Beach. Ms. Schroeder provided some resources: Help Me Grow, Special Needs Helpline, Sunshine Daily Telephone Reassurance and My Florida Veterans program. The 2-1-1 hotline answers the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and locally the Victim Services line. Mayor Grant inquired about the sunshine daily telephone service, if they reached out to the Assistant Living Facilities. Ms. Schroeder stated the point was to keep the individuals in their homes. They encourage and bring resources to those seniors. If they are in Assistant Living Facilities, they should have a case manager and care throughout the day. Mayor Grant stated this is his concern, if there was no oversight, and only have a case manager. He would like to have addressed. Ms. Schroeder stated this would be a great conversation, and maybe expand the outreach. Commissioner McCray thanked Ms. Schroeder for calling to check up on the elderly. The most important thing is to stay in contact with the outside. Ms. Schroeder replied 2-1-1 contacts the elderly as well as the disabled. C. Proclaim Friday, February 7, 2020 as Robert E. Wells Day. Minister Bernard Wright will accept the proclamation. Mayor Grant read the proclamation into the record in its entirety. Minister Bernard Wright accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for honoring Mr. Robert E Wells. He said he is a current candidate for District 2 and Robert E. Wells was his great grandfather. Requested from the public that if there are some historical pictures, please contact the historical society of Palm Beach County. The City of Boynton Beach was once a thriving City and he would like to see this happen again. Commissioner McCray thanked Assistant Principal Dr. Valerie Valcourt of Poinciana Elementary School for attending the meeting. He also recognized Ms. Sarah Williams, past principal of Poinciana Elementary School. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 4, 2020 D. Proclamation recognizing February as African American History Month. Mayor Grant announced proclamation, recognizing February as African American History Month. Woodrow Hay, 427 NW 5th Avenue, accepted the proclamation for Black History Month. He is sharing information about the black history at St. John Missionary Baptist Church. This is not just for Black Americans, but also for all to learn the truth about black history. E. Announcement by Greater Boynton Beach Foundation Board Member Lori Wilkinson about the 5th Annual Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital Magic Wheels & Special deals event on Thursday, February 6 and the 8th Annual Barrier Free 5k Run, Walk & Roll on Saturday, February 8. Lori Wilkinson noted the city is hosting the 5th Annual Magic Wheels & Special Deals event, which is being sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital. The event will be held at Barrier Free Park (3111 S. Congress Avenue) on Thursday, February 6th beginning at 6:00 p.m. Several local organizations and vendors representing and supporting individuals with special needs will be participating. The highlight of the evening will be the unveiling of the Magic Wheelchair. On Saturday, February 8th, beginning at 7:30 a.m., the city is again collaborating with the Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors and the Greater Boynton Beach Foundation to host the 8th Annual Barrier Free 5k Run, Walk & Roll. Mayor Grant noted there are many more vendors attending the event this year than in previous years. Eleanor Krusell replied to see a listing of vendors go to the City of Boynton Beach webpage and go under "Magic Wheels" and there would be links available. Mayor Grant stated the City always tries to help the local community. F. Early Voting for the March 17, 2020 Presidential Preference Primary and Municipal Election will begin on Saturday, March 7, 2020 and will continue through Sunday, March 15, 2020. The Early Voting hours are from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. daily at the Ezell Hester Community Center located at 1901 North Seacrest Boulevard. Mayor Grant announced the early voting for the March 17, 2020 Presidential Preference Primary and Municipal election will begin Saturday March 7, 2020 and will continue through Sunday March 15, 2020. A listing of early voting locations can be found at www.pbcelections.org/voters/early-votin . Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 4, 2020 G. Closed -door session to be had at 6:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter immediately following the City Commission Meeting, in the Conference Room at Intracoastal Park Clubhouse to discuss the case: Renette Jean -Baptiste on behalf of Kevens Jean -Baptiste, a minor, Plaintiff, vs. Germaine Jones, and City of Boynton Beach, Defendants — Case Number: 9:18- cv-80740-Altman/Brannon, US District Court for the Southern District of Florida.. H. Safety of the Community Commissioner McCray stated the violence must stop; businesses do not want to come to Boynton, and families do not want to move into Boynton. Commissioner McCray asked what the Boynton Beach Police Department is doing about the violence. Chief Gregory, Boynton Beach Police, indicated he does not think it was a joke; these are serious matters and concerns. He said it was discouraging the amount of misinformation that characterized throughout the community. He appreciates the opportunity to come before the Commission to clarify what is really going on. He stated the department is working an active homicide investigation. The first homicide of the year was on Friday, January 31st, This was a targeted incident, which lead to a retaliation against the other party. There was another incident, which was not related to the prior incident. This was not a random act of violence. Chief Gregory stated he has informed the Commission of the incidents, which was in the unincorporated Palm Beach County. The City of Boynton Beach assisted the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office. He stated there was another incident that was not within the City of Boynton Beach; he explained there are pockets, which are not Boynton Beach, but the areas are called Boynton Beach. These areas are the responsibility of other law enforcement agencies. Chief Gregory stated about the incident, which had taken place in the City of Boynton Beach, they are actively working the case. There is an increased police presence and the department has engaged the community. Officers have been doing door-to-door checks and canvassing for cameras in the area, which may have captured the incident. They have several people of interest being monitored. He cannot go further on the case. As he stated earlier, not all the incidents are happening in Boynton Beach. He explained there have been incidents where citizens have called in of shots fired, and because this area was being monitored, there were officers in the area, which did not hear the shots. The officers have been in the area when the people have called in shots, and the officers were in the area and there were not shots fired. The department encourages citizens to report shots heard. Chief Gregory announced people could report confidentially anything, which goes on in the neighborhood. Commissioner McCray stated the people in unincorporated Boynton Beach spend money in the City of Boynton Beach. Indicated the tax base is not what is should be. He said the police department needs to do more in the unincorporated areas. The police Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 4, 2020 department may not have control of the areas, but they are still Boynton Beach. The people from the unincorporated area spend money in the incorporated areas. Commissioner Penserga thanked the chief for all the hard work. Inquired with everything else in mind, asked if these are isolated events or if they are trends. Chief Gregory stated these are isolated events. Mayor Grant received a calendar invitation for February 291h for the community policing on Federal Highway. He knows this has been going on too long. He stated people from Golfview Harbour came and stated there is a problem with speeding. He would like to place on the future agenda for a Safety Task Force discussion. There was consensus. Commissioner McCray inquired if the City has shot spotters already budgeted for the upcoming year. Chief Gregory indicated it had not. Commissioner McCray indicated this should have been brought to the forefront. Chief Gregory stated he recognized there is a gap when it comes to technology; when the budget was evaluated last year, the city added employees. This year the department would follow-up with the shot spotter technology. This would be a multi-year project. Vice Mayor Katz stated he cringes when he hears there has been an incident in Boynton Beach. The City needs to do everything they can. They have a stellar police department. He wanted to commend the police department. Whenever there is an issue, the person would be caught. It is on the Commission to budget for the shot spotter. 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) Susan Oyer, 14011 SE 27th Way, said she drove by the cemetery and someone has planted a Northwood pine. Wondering if those at the cemetery was allowed to plant whatever they wanted to plant. Commissioner McCray stated there is a tree policy. David Katz, 67 Midwood Lane, noted the city places signs for various reasons, the city should place signs indicating there is an election. He would appreciate if staff would indicate so by placing signs. Jackie Mataragas, 2620 NE 1St Court, would like to invite the Police Chief, City Commissioners and Minister Wright to come to their meetings held once a month. Indicated the Village Royale on the Green pays the City $125,000 for police protection. The people in the village are afraid of the violence going on in the neighborhood. She Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 4, 2020 does not know how to handle this. We need religion in this situation. She is sorry this is happening in her community. Noted the next community meeting is at 9:30 a.m., February 20, 2020. Mayor grant stated there are two candidates running for District 2 and he believed they could come to the meeting. Sarah Williams thanked all for making Boynton Beach better and the best. NW 17, the median project, the gateway to the gulfstream: they worked very hard to upgrade that area and bring it to a level of character, which has been enjoyed and appreciated. A project is going in and taking out the plants. All the work and efforts to elevate the area was a deterrent in the median; there was no respect of the property owners of the city. They have brought in sod. All the plants stopped the vagrants and littering, now the sod has been put in, they are opening this up so that people could. Please reconsider the median. Minister Bernard Wright, 713 NW 2 street, requested funds for the Robert Wells Lovefest. The community needs to come together. Tory Orr, 407 NE 17 Ave, stated a few years ago a few of the young men got together and tried to get something called peace in the hood. There should be peace in the hood. Mayor Grant stated he would make the $300 payment for the next Wednesday. They need to work with the local nonprofit. They want to make this happen. Commissioner McCray stated every time there is an event, there is a fee. There should be some type of waiving for this event. If this would help reduce violence in the neighborhood, he is all for it. The fee should not be a deterrent to the people who just want to have fun. He stated there has not been any violence in 48 weeks in this area. Vice Mayor Katz clarified the $300 is the cost of hiring police to provide security. Ms. LaVerriere responded the cost of 3 hours for two officers at $50 per hour. There are some very serious concerns and take the public safety seriously, and all of the City events the security budget has increased. There is a potential of people in large numbers being hurt. Ms. LaVerriere stated there would be police protection at this event whether the public taxpayer pays for it or the private group that is putting on the event pay for it. Stated this is a policy decision; the City would need to budget for this item in the future. Vice Mayor Katz pointed out if it is a wish of the Commission at budget time, to provide a waiver to certain events, it needs to be done in that appropriate fashion. The City cannot arbitrarily issue waivers for the police security for one event and not another. It needs to be a formal decision. There are a large number of businesses or Coalition of Clergy. Indicated they are in the midst of a budget year, and the events not allocated; this can be revisited at the next budget session over the summer, if the Commission chooses to fund those events on an annual basis, and put tax dollars for those purposes. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 4, 2020 Commissioner McCray disagreed with Vice Mayor Katz and indicated projects have been bought before the commission to amend and made changes to the budget, and they did not need to wait until the next budget cycle. When it comes to District 2, it becomes a budget problem. It was not a budget problem; the Commission makes the policies. There are funds if this is the wish of the Commission. To wait until the next budget cycle, it is a slap in the face to District 2. Indicated one budget amendment is the same as any other amendment. The City Manager addresses the Commission to amend the budget at different times in the year, not just at budget time. Mayor Grant asked Commissioner McCray if he wanted to have this item on the Future Agenda discussed at the next meeting under New Business. Commissioner McCray applied in the affirmative. There was consensus Ms. LaVerriere noted staff would include all data of all the special events, which is not just the one discussed. Requested guidance on policy and direction on how to handle numerous other requests received. Vice Mayor Katz applauded the Mayor for citing proper procedure; at no point did he say this was not an option. He does have a problem with creating waivers on the fly and not budgeting it. Commissioner McCray was correct if someone places an item on future agenda, which was just done, then the majority of the Commission could vote to allocate those funds. This needed to happen. He looks forward to that conversation, so that the Commission is not only waiving fees for certain groups. Sonny Garcia, 1631 NW 3rd Lane, received compliments on the medians. When the trees were removed, Ms. Sarah Williams complained. She does not reside in the area; she has rental property in the area. If people are going compliment, he does not see why she is complaining. He hopes the others medians are done. Sarah Williams does not live in the area. Charles Robinson, 1691 NW 1 Court, said he lived at this area for 41 years; everyone appreciates what the City is doing for the area. He was 100% with the City on how the City was making his area look great. For over a year, he spoke with the police department and requested an officer at the park. They have car racing down 17th Avenue. The police department is nowhere around. To see an officer is a deterrent. He stated during the week, an officer may come around every once in a while. He indicated there was no activity during the week. Asked again for an officer to be present from Friday to Sunday. Suggested to have them ride by every 30-40 minutes during the weekend. He believed if they know an officer is present, there would be less likely to have speeding down 17th Street. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 4, 2020 Commissioner McCray stated in regards to the median, he spoke with Mr. Andrew Mack, Director of Public Works and Engineering, and he indicated the city would plant additional vegetation. Barbara Bernadine, 9873 Lawrence Road, stated the topics discussed caught her attention. Thanked Police Chief Gregory for the update. She follows Boynton Beach Police social media page, and receives information regarding what happens in Boynton Beach. Mr. Tory spoke about Peace in the Hood; she believes as a city and trying to find a solution to the problems, the city should embrace an effort, which is reducing crime. Mr. Tori has mentioned the crime rate has decreased, she did not understand why the City could not find a way to support the event. It was not just Mr. Tory benefitting, but also the city as a whole. Thanked Mayor Grant for adding this to the next agenda. Presented a book to Mayor Grant. Mayor Grant thanked Ms. Bernadine for the book and her comments. 5. ADMINISTRATIVE A. Approve the request of Commissioner McCray to distribute $1,000.00 of his Community Support Funds to Connect To Greatness, Inc. Mayor Grant explained that Connect to Greatness empowers African-American boys to re -imagine their reality and become change makers in the world. The funding will be used for the Boys to Men Leadership Academy, which is a 15 -week program that helps build character in the youth. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approved. Commissioner Penserga seconded the motion. The motion unanimously passed. Mayor Grant requests to distribute $200 of his Community Support Funds to Connect To Greatness, Inc. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approved. Commissioner Penserga seconded the motion. The motion unanimously passed. Brice Web, Jaden Jasper and Cory Brown, young men from the program, thanked the Commission, for the funds. Pointed out how the program helped and encouraged them to become better men. Andre Thaddies, Vice President of Connect to Greatness, pointed out there are 25 young men in the program. The young men become a big part of their community. As part of Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 4, 2020 helping the community, the young men are helping Galaxy Elementary School's 5th grade study for the upcoming FCAT. Noted the young men received a five on the FCAT for the 7 t Grade. Mr. Thaddies represented the City of Boynton Beach, to speak about the program in Boynton Beach. Cassondra Corbin-Thaddies, President of Connect to Greatness, stated the funds would be earmarked for a scholarship fund. A goal of $100,000 for the cohorts graduating 2024 is being established. Commissioner McCray expressed he was proud of the three young men and they are an inspiration to him. Vice Mayor Katz was impressed to hear what the students had to say on what was needed in the school system. Indicated the parents are an integral part of the students' success. Mayor Grant thanked Connect to Greatness for giving back to the City of Boynton Beach. It is amazing to see how far this organization has come. Ms. Corbin-Thaddies stated they support the mothers of the boys as much as they support the boys. They program has a Women of Boys empowerment program. Ms. Corbin-Thaddies announced Connect to Greatness would be at the Honda Classic. She also noted that Connect to Greatness was chosen as the charity of the month for the Community Culture Yoga event and all the funds would go to Connect to Greatness. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approved. Commissioner Penserga seconded the motion. The motion unanimously passed. B. Appoint eligible members of the community to serve in vacant positions on City advisory boards. Mayor Grant announced the opening for the boards and stated there were no applicant for any of the vacancies. C. Allow Commissioner Penserga to participate on the Boynton Beach Opportunity Zones Task Force as a City representative. There was consensus. 6. CONSENT AGENDA Matters in this section of the Agenda are proposed and recommended by the City Manager for "Consent Agenda" approval of the action indicated in each item, with all of the accompanying material to become a part of the Public Record and subject to staff comments Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 4, 2020 Mayor Grant moved item 6-D to New Business item 11-B A. Approve the one-year extension for RFPs/Bids and/ or piggy -backs for the procurement of services and/or commodities as described in the written report for February 4, 2020 - "Request for Extensions and/or Piggybacks." B. Accept surtax capital project status report for 1 st quarter of fiscal year 2019-20 - October through December 2019. C. Approve Task Order UT -1C-05 with Carollo in the sum of $73,600.00 in accordance with RFQ No. 046-2821-17/TP, General Consulting Services Contract, Scope Category C executed on August 22, 2018 for the Community Rating System (CRS) Support Services for the upcoming Verification Process. D. Proposed Resolution No. R20-013 - Establishing the goal of zero traffic fatalities on the City of Boynton Beach roadways; adopting Vision Zero as a policy for road and traffic safety for the City; and providing for an effective date. (Moved to New Business B) E. Proposed Resolution No. R20-014 - Authorize the City Manager to sign an Interlocal Agreement with the Board of Commissioners, Palm Beach County, for the use of EMS Grant Funds for Emergency Medical Services Equipment for purchase of one (1) large Narcotic Security box and one (1) small Narcotic Security box. The purchase will be made through CompX Security Products, Grayslake IL. F. Approve minutes from the City Commission meeting on January 21, 2020. Motion Vice Mayor Katz moved to approve the consent agenda as amended. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion, which unanimously passed. 7. Consent Bids and Purchases over $100,000 -None 8. Public Hearing -None 9. City Manager Report- None 10. Unfinished Business -None 11. New Business Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 4, 2020 A. Proposed Resolution No. R20-015 - Designate a Canvassing Board for the March 2020 Municipal Election. Mayor Grant read Resolution No. R20-015 into the record by title. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approve. Vice Mayor Katz seconded the motion, which unanimously passed. B. Proposed Resolution No. R20-013 - Establishing the goal of zero traffic fatalities on the City of Boynton Beach roadways; adopting Vision Zero as a policy for road and traffic safety for the City; and providing for an effective date. (Moved to New Business B) Mayor Grant read proposed Resolution No. R20-013 into the record by title. Rebecca Harvey, Sustainability Coordinator, made a presentation regarding Vision Zero. Noted Vision Zero states that one traffic death is too many, safe travel for all, safe streets, safe speeds, safe vehicles, safe people. This resolution is new, but the programs are not new, they align with ongoing plans of the City. In Palm Beach County, there were more than 1,000 fatalities and about 7,200 injuries from car crashes. There is a need to recognize these accidents are preventable. Ms. Harvey indicated there was a common theme in all of the crashes, the speed limits were 45 mph or higher, 40% of the crashes happened during non -daylight hours. They happened on roadways with six or more lanes. Indicated Palm Beach County is the third in Florida for aggressive driving. If a vehicle traveling at 40 mph hit a person, the person only has a one in ten chance to survive. Indicated the Traditional Approach states traffic deaths are inevitable, prefect human behavior prevent collisions, individual responsibility, saving lives is expensive. The Vision Zero approach states traffic death are preventable. Integrate human failing in approach, prevent fatal and severe crashes and systems approach. Saving lives is not expensive, individual responsibility in saving lives is expensive. The National Vision Zero core elements: Leadership and Commitment, Safe Roadways and Safe Speeds, Data -Driven Approach, Transparency, and Accountability considering a resolution. The other element is Social Equity. A few local cities adopted some resolutions for Vision Zero. Asked to consider the Vision Zero, the next step would be to adopt the resolution and include a task force. Commissioner McCray asked if staff met with Chief Gregory to receive input on the zero tolerance. Ms. Harvey stated they have not met with Chief Gregory. Commissioner McCray asked who were the team members from Planning and Engineering. Ms. Harvey stated Mike Rumpf, Greg Pinder and Paola Mendoza. 1L Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 4, 2020 Mayor Grant indicated conversation with Planning, Zoning and Police Department needed. He wants to get the data so that the City could possibly have the rate of speed reduced in certain areas. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approve. Commissioner Penserga seconded the motion, which unanimously passed. 12. Legal A. Proposed Ordinance No. 20-003 - First Reading - Approve proposed amendments to Chapter 18, Article IV, Pensions for Firefighters; amending Sections 18-180 and 18-182; creating Section 18-194; and renumbering Section 18-222 as Section 18-194. Attorney Cherof read proposed Ordinance No. 20-003 into the record by title. To accept modifications to the Firefighters' Pension Plan as agreed during negotiations of the IAFF Collective Bargaining Agreement. Change the effective date of the one and a half percent (1.5%) increase to the maximum benefit cap to begin on October 1, 2020 rather than on October 1, 2023; and, Align the death benefit with the accrued benefit; and Implement the cancer presumption established by Florida State Statute, Section 112.1816; and Provide uniform DROP benefit to firefighters on or after January 21, 2020; and Renumbering Section 18-222 as Section 180194 to govern DROP benefits for grandfathered members. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approve. Vice Mayor Katz seconded the motion, which unanimously passed. Clerk Gibson called the Roll Vote 4-0 (Commissioner Romelus absent) Mayor Grant added a discussion regarding a Community Safety Task Force as a committee or an advisory board and waivers for special event fees. City Manager LaVerriere asked to place these items on new business. Vice Mayor Katz would like to donate $2,000 of his Community Support Funds for Boynton Beach Rugby club. Stated the staff receive no salary. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 4, 2020 Commissioner McCray would like to donate $1,000 of his Community Support Funds to the Safety Patrol at Poinciana Elementary School. Attorney Cherof announced the following persons would attend the Closed -Door meeting: City Manager, members of the City Commission, Assistant City Attorney Tracey DeCarlo, Assistant City Attorney Gal Betesh and City Attorney James Cherof. The meeting adjourned at 7:34 p.m. for the Closed -Door Session. The meeting was back in session at 8:10 p.m., after Closed -Door Session. 13. Future Agenda Items A. Discuss Local Septic Tank Inspection Program - February 18, 2020 B. Discuss purchase and sale agreement for Nichols property - February 18, 2020. C. Approve proposed amendments to IPUD, Infill Planned Unit Development zoning district (CDRV 20-001) - Amending the LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS: (1) Chapter 1. General Administration, Article II. Definitions and Article III. Relationship to Comprehensive Plan; and (2) Chapter 3. Zoning, Article I. Overview, Article III. Zoning Districts and Overlays, Article IV. Use Regulations and Article V. Supplemental Regulations, to establish IPUD as a zoning district corresponding to the High Density Residential (HDR) Future Land Use classification, and to eliminate R-4, Multi Family district from the list of residential zoning districts. Applicant: City -initiated. - February 18, 2020 D. Mayor Grant would like to invite the Central Palm Beach Chamber to a future Commission meeting to discuss their membership benefits - March 3, 2020 14. Adjournment Motion There being no further business to discuss, a motion to adjourn was made and duly seconded. The meeting adjourned at 8:11 p.m. 14 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida February 4, 2020 ATTEST: L -t CrXstal Gibson, MMC City Clerk Queenester Nieves, CMC Deputy City Clerk 15 CITY OF BOYNTON B C .r Mayor - Steven B. 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Other 211 systems are available throughout the state of Florida and nationally as well. #HelpStartsHere Twitter & Instagram 211—HelpLine and Facebook/211 HelpLine • 211 also responds to the 24-hour National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1- (800) 273 -TALK (8255) • Veterans are prompted to press #1 for the Veterans Crisis Line 211 PaImBeach O I I Twitter &Instagram 211 HelpLine and OOC g Facebook/211HelpLine SNA Palm Beach County Yearly: January —December 2019 TOTAL CONTACTS 481354 Call Volume 47,863 Texts & Emails 491 WEB BASED SERVICES 259230 CHATS* 15,087 Database/Mobile App Visits' ` 10,143 *Total Agency Count **Proportional based on population estimates Referrals 787817 Age of Callers 5% of callers were under 18 years old 0 28353%of callers were between 18-59 years old 730% of callers were 60+ years old Problems& Needs Housing, 23% Mental Health/Addictions. M Other Services, 9': ■ Information Income Servkes, 2`5 Support/Assistance, 3'6 12% Unknown Utility Assistance, 9% Health Care, 8% Legal, Consumer and Public Satery Food/Meals, Servkes, 876 5% HELP. STARTS. HERE. Case of the Year Resource Center Specialist Anna responded to a call from a teenage boy. "Jonathan' who was crying and barely able to speak Anna managed to get him to calm down and explain what was going on He told her he was thinking of swallowing a bottle of pills he had next to him Anna started de-escalating the situation, first asking him to put the pills in a drawer while they were talking She also asked if he was alone at home. He said his mother was there but he was alone in his room Anna encouraged him to talk about how he was feeling. She listened as he talked about being bullied at school and how a group of boys teased him for being gay She empathized and got him to talk about things he liked to do and the people he cared about. She was also able to have him think about the family and friends who loved him and how devastated they would be if he killed himself Anna and Jonathan discussed ways he could get more support and Anna gave him some counseling resources in his area which he said he would reach out to the following day. They also discussed him talking to his mom and a teacher at the school about what was going on there After being on the phone for an hour he said he was feeling better and more hopeful about the future. Anna asked if it was okay to call him the next day to check in and he agreed to this Jonathan thanked Anna for being a good listener and helping him feel like there was hope things would get better She assured him that he could call anytime. 24 hours a day if he ever wanted to talk to someone again *** Types of Calls Assessment & Referral — 22% Assessed caller's needs & then provided referrals to meet those needs Counseling, Assessment & Referral — 39% Responded to emotional state, assessed caller's needs. & provided referrals Counseling — 20% Responded to the emotional state of the caller in addition to assessing needs Information Only —10% Provided basic information such as a phone t# or eligibility req. for services Advocacy/Linkage — 9% Assisted the caller in navigating the complex & overwhelming health& human services system. Emergency Intervention/Follow-up—<1% PBC Division of Human and Veteran Services Society of St Vincent de Paul District Council Community Action Program of Palm Beach County Florida Housing Finance Corporation The Senator Phillip D Lewis Center Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County Adopt -A -Family of the Palm Beaches ,_— The Salvation Army (Palm Beach County) Individual, Family Drug Abuse Foundation of Palm Beach County and Community SUPPorc,s% Florida Rural Legal Services 6899 4895 4735 3455 2841 1605 1471 1285 1225 1093 Problem & Needs Breakdown 211 Helpline—Palm Beach County CategoryNeed Mental Health/Addictions (Includes 943 Suicide Related Calls) 19,303 27.46% Housing 16,177 23.02% Utility Assistance 6,242 8.88% Health Care 5,703 8.11% Legal, Consumer and Public Safety Services 5,405 7.69% Food/Meals 3,547 5.05% Individual, Family and Community Support 3,317 4.72% Income Support/Assistance 2,372 3.37% Information Services 1,593 2.27% Clothing/Personal/Household Needs 1,347 1.92% Transportation 1,178 1.68% Disaster Services 1,121 1.59% Other Government/Economic Services 979 1.39% Employment 926 1.32% Education 434 0.62% Volunteers/Donations 377 0.54% Arts, Culture and Recreation 262 0.37% Total: 70,283 100.00% The needs relate to needs expressed by callers, needs expressed in chats are not included. Electric Service Payment Assistance Rent Payment Assistance Emergency Shelter Clearinghouses Food Pantries Drug/Alcohol Use Self Evaluation Tools Rental Deposit Assistance Legal Counseling Low Cost Home Rental Listings Low Income/Subsidized Private Rental Housing Psychiatric Mobile Response Teams Transitional Housing/Shelter Geriatric Counseling Water Service Payment Assistance VITA Programs Individual Counseling Emergency Shelter Clearinghouses Rental Deposit Assistance Electric Service Payment Assistance Rent Payment Assistance Community Shelters Transitional Housing/Shelter Mortgage Payment Assistance Low Income/Subsidized Private Rental Housing Homeless Motel Vouchers Low Cost Home Rental Listings Food Pantries Gas Money Travelers Assistance General Furniture Provision Furniture For additional information about this Snapshot, contact Linda Roman, VP of Operations at (561) 533-1061 or e-mail linda.roman@211 pbtc.org. For all other questions, please call 211. 'Please note: Names and minor details have been changed to protect individuals' confidentiality. 211 eiftch.org Major Funders Include: (For o full list of funders to to www.211palmbeach.org1junding) Nch C, Southeast Florida ®RI Children's Behavioral Health Network Ser. 9� s 9cil i Healthy. Safe. Strong. Town of Palm Beach United Way a uoo� 1/10/2020 Fmai miIr United Way of Palm Beach County Buil- Resilience & Wellbeing Reflect on your values Everybody has setbacks= Stay connected, . .... ,....................... . Invest in yourself it Learn healthy habits Identify your strengths Engage with kindness Nurture friendships Compassion heals Express gratitude 19 facebook.com/211HOPLine 211 Helpline is available 24/7. Dial 2-1-1 or Text your zip code to TXT211 (898211) • twitter.com/-a.211_He1pLine Also visit www.211paimbeach.org youtube.com/user/211pbtc db https://instagram.com/211_HelpLine Building Resilience & Wellbeing To be emotionally resilient means having the ability to cope with a difficult or stressful time. People do not respond in the same way to traumatic and stressful life events. Developing resilience is a personal journey. Resilience involves maintaining flexibility and balance in your life as you deal with stressful circumstances. Step forward and deal with your problems and meet the demands of daily living, and also step back to rest and reenergise yourself. 211 Helpline is available 2417 1 Dial 2-1-1 or (561) 383-1112 Also Text your zip code to TXT211 (898211) 1 help@211 pbtc.org Online Chat available 10am-8pm daily @ www 211 palmbeach.org 0 facebook com/2111-lelpLine © twitter com/ 6.211_HelpLine Q youtube.com/user/211pbtc _ https.//instagram.com/211_HelpLine Ten Tips to Build Resilience and Wellbeing: 1. Stay Connected. Nurture relationships with friends and family. When you're going through a hard time, don't withdraw from others. Accept help from those who care about you. 2. Have a Sense of Purpose. Do things that bring meaning to your life. Create a life that feels good on the inside not one that just looks good on the outside. 3. Learn Healthy Habits. You'll manage stressful times better if you: • Exercise regularly • Eat a balanced diet • Take time to rest 4. Believe in Yourself. Recognise your personal strengths and build on the positives. Take pride in your abilities and what you've done. 5. Laugh Often. Hold on to your sense of humour even when times are tough. Laughter relieves stress and helps you keep things in check. 6. Express your emotions. Make sure you have outlets to express your emotions and let go of tension. Focus on what you can control, acknowledging that change/ difficulties are part of life. • Meditate • Write in a journal • Talk with a friend or counsellor 7. Be Optimistic. A positive, hopeful outlook will make you much more resilient. Many of the problems you'll face in life are temporary; you have overcome setbacks in the past and you will overcome them again. 8. Keep Perspective. This too shall pass. Try not to get stressed about the elements you can't control focusing only on the elements you can. 9. Be imperfect. Accept and work with your flaws and imperfections - everyone has them! Be true to yourself and aim to do your best. 10. 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