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Minutes 11-19-13MINUTES OF THE CITY COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2013, AT 6:30 P.M. IN COMMISSION CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 100 EAST BOYNTON BEACH BOULEVARD, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA PRESENT: Jerry Taylor, Mayor Woodrow L. Hay, Vice Mayor David T. Merker, Commissioner Joe Casello, Commissioner ABSENT: Michael M Fitzpatrick, Commissioner 1. OPENINGS A. CaII to order - Mayor Jerry Taylor B Invocation by St. Joseph's Episcopal Church C Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Vice Mayor Hay Father William Stomski was present with Campbell Little, a 7 grade student, from St. Joseph's Episcopal Church who gave the invocation. Vice Mayor Hay led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Mayor Taylor thanked Master Little for giving the invocation A roll call established a quorum was present D Brand Promise Statement 2. Adoption 1 Lori LaVerriere, City Manager James Cherof, City Attorney Janet M. Prainito, City Clerk The Brand Promise Statement was read as follows "It is time to take a look at Boynton Beach, a creative haven embracing artists, writers, entrepreneurs and dreamers." E Agenda Approval. 1 Additions, Deletions, Corrections Commissioner Merker requested the next agenda include an item relating to appointments being made after an election. There was agreement to add the item to the next agenda. MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL Motion It was also the 150 anniversary of the Gettysburg Address. Commissioner Merker wished Craig Clark, Library Director, Happy Birthday None 2 November 19, 2013 Vice Mayor Hay moved to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Merker seconded the motion. Vote The motion passed unanimously 2. OTHER A Informational Items by Members of the City Commission Vice Mayor Hay had an interesting two weeks having had discussions with the businesses and Chamber of Commerce who would be assisting the Wildcats league. It was hoped a basketball competition could be organized between the Police Department and members of the community to raise funds for the 350 participants. Commissioner Merker commemorated the 50 anniversary of the assassination of President John Fitzgerald Kennedy, a horrific historical event. History is a learning experience to move forward united Commissioner Merker was honored to be a Commissioner and promised to be honest and direct with all the people of Boynton Beach. Commissioner Casello related the Commission had attended the annual legislative luncheon at Bethesda, Chamber of Commerce luncheon and the plantings at "Pete's" Pond with some children who attended St. Mark School. Commissioner Casello had volunteered with the Chamber of Commerce Harvest Hoedown at the Intracoastal. Mayor Taylor agreed they were all great events. He announced the 5K Barrier Free Run/Walk would include teams competing for trophies. A challenge was given to the Commission to be a team and compete. Mayor Taylor shared some thoughts on reasons to be thankful during the holidays. He wished everyone a Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving. 3. ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMUNITY & SPECIAL EVENTS & PRESENTATIONS MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL 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) Mack McCray, 806 NW 4 Street, was elated that the current Commission was fulfilling the original intent to build a new police station on High Ridge Road. He thanked the Commission for their support. Lori Wilkinson, 2458 SW Cranbrook Drive, representing the Greater Boynton Foundation, announced the 5K Run/Walk on February 8 2014 for the benefit of the Barrier Free Park. She had heard there may be some inter - department challenges. The City was getting involved and she hoped the community would be involved also. It is the 2 annual race. There is a $30 registration fee if submitted before February 1St There will be a wheelchair division and kids division. The race begins at 7:30 a.m. with the monies to support the Barrier Free Park on Congress Avenue. Mayor Taylor added the event was open to anyone and other communities could bring a team. Commissioner Casello advised he was negotiating with the Boynton Beach Fire- fighters to enter a team that he would sponsor No one else coming forward, Mayor Taylor closed public audience. 5. ADMINISTRATIVE November 19, 2013 A Appoint eligible members of the community to serve in vacant positions on City advisory boards. The following openings exist Arts Commission 2 alternates Building Board of Adjustment and Appeals. 2 regulars and 2 alternates Code Compliance Board: 2 alternates Community Relations Board 3 regulars and 1 alternate Education & Youth Advisory Board. 1 alternate Financial Advisory Committee: 2 regulars and 2 alternates Library Board: 2 alternates Recreation and Parks Board: 2 alternate Planning and Development Board: 1 regular and 2 alternates 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 3 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL November 19, 2013 item, with all of the accompanying material to become a part of the Public Record and subject to staff comments A. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R13 -127 - Approve interlocal agreement between the City of Boynton Beach and Palm Beach County for Countywide Contractor Enrollment. B. Approve the payment of $47,600 to ESRI, Inc. for annual ESRI software maintenance for the City's GIS system. This software maintenance is through the software vendor and does not lend itself to follow the City's competitive purchase guidelines, therefore the recommendation is to authorize this as a direct payment to the vendor as a sole source C. Approve the minutes from the Regular City Commission meeting held on November 5, 2013 D. PROPOSED RESOLUTION NO. R13 -128 - Accept the Florida Department of State, Division of Historical Resources grant award in the amount of $28,552 and authorize the City Manager to execute agreements and documents associated with the Historic Preservation grant on behalf of the City of Boynton Beach E. Approve the list of top ranked qualifiers as determined by the Evaluation Committee from the submissions received in response to the Request for Qualifications for Police Facility Design Services; RFQ No. 077 - 2110- 13 /JMA; and authorize City Staff to conduct negotiations for compensation with the recommended qualifiers according to Florida State Statute 287.55, Consultants' Competitive Negotiation Act (CCNA) F. Accept the written report to the Commission for purchases over $10,000 for the month of October 2013. 7. BIDS AND PURCHASES OVER $100,000 None 8. CODE COMPLIANCE & LEGAL SETTLEMENTS None 9. PUBLIC HEARING 7 P.M. OR AS SOON THEREAFTER AS THE AGENDA PERMITS 4 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No 13 -033 by title only on first reading. Motion Vice Mayor Hay moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 13 -033 on first reading. Commissioner Merker seconded the motion. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 4 -0. Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 13 -034 by title only on first reading Motion November 19, 2013 The City Commission will conduct these public hearings in its dual capacity as Local Planning Agency and City Commission. A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 13 -033 - FIRST READING - Approve amendments to the Land Development Regulations Chapter 2, Articles I and II establishing the necessary process to consider and act upon appeals for reasonable accommodations in rules, policies, practices or services to afford eligible individuals the equal opportunity to use and enjoy housing as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and /or the Fair Housing Act (FHA) City - initiated B. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 13 -034 - FIRST READING - Approve extension of the suspension of the application and enforcement of the Workforce Housing Program for a period of one year. Vice Mayor Hay moved to approve Proposed Ordinance No. 13 -034 on first reading. Commissioner Casello seconded the motion Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 4 -0. 10. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT None 11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None 5 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL 12. NEW BUSINESS None 13. LEGAL Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No. 13 -029 by title only on second reading. Motion November 19, 2013 Motion A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 13 -029 - SECOND READING - PUBLIC HEARING - Amending the Land Development Regulations updating the Zoning Use Matrix to include Showroom/Warehouses as a new principal use and provide definition and regulations. Applicant: City- initiated Vice Mayor Hay moved to approve Ordinance No. 13 -029 on second reading Commissioner Casello seconded the motion. Mayor Taylor opened the issue for public hearing. No one came forward. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 4 -0 B. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 13 -032 - SECOND READING - PUBLIC HEARING - Approve changes to Chapter 26 - Article IV and V— of the City's Code of Ordinances pursuant to Chapter 62 -555 of the Florida Administrative Code (FAC) and the Florida Plumbing Code. These codes regulate Backflow Prevention and, Oil and Grease Management programs; the revision will be effective December 1, 2013 Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No 13 -032 by title only on second reading. Vice Mayor Hay moved to approve Ordinance No. 13 -032 on second reading. Commissioner Merker seconded the motion Mayor Taylor opened the issue for public hearing. No one came forward. Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 4 -0. 6 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL Attorney Cherof read Proposed Ordinance No 13 -035 by title only on first reading. Motion Vote City Clerk Prainito called the roll. The vote was 4 -0 14. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS A. Review and Approval of the City of Boynton Beach 2014 Legislative Agenda - 12/03/13 B. Adoption of City of Boynton Beach Strategic Plan - 12/03/13 C. Discuss the collection of deceased animals from roadways. 12/3/13 15. BRAND PROMISE STATEMENT "BREEZE INTO BOYNTON BEACH - AMERICA'S GATEWAY TO THE GULFSTREAM" Those present recited the Brand Promise Statement. C. PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 13 -035 - FIRST READING - Approve amending the General Employees Pension Plan to amend SECTION 18 -55 the definition of Annual Earnings to exclude elements of pay in accordance with amendments to §112.66(11), Florida Statutes; Amending Section 18 -117 Termination of Services prior to eligibility for retirement to clarify payment start date, Amending start date; Amending Section 18 -120 Member Records; Status Statements, Beneficiary Designation to expand classes of individuals to whom payments may be made at death in the absence of a designated beneficiary; in the absence of a designated beneficiary; Amending Section 18 -127 to incorporate provisions of Florida Statutes §112.66(11) and to clarify that DROP members must terminate employment at the end of the DROP term. November 19, 2013 Vice Mayor Hay moved to approve Ordinance No. 13 -035 on first reading. Commissioner Casello seconded the motion Commissioner Merker requested the City Attorney simplify the extensive heading. Attorney Cherof advised the State legislature periodically implements State -wide changes for local and state pension plans. The proposed amendments were created to conform the local pension plans to the state requirements. Some of the provisions deal with definitions and eligibility for benefits and clarifications 7 MEETING MINUTES REGULAR CITY COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FL 16. ADJOURNMENT There being nothing further to come before the Commission, Mayor Taylor properly adjourned the meeting at 6:54 p.m. ATTEST V11 PtLaAA4z, et M Prainito, MMC Clerk dith A. Pyle, CM eputy City Clerk CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH J vry Tayl f Woodrow L -.y, Vice Mayor David T Mer o Casello, Commissioner 8 November 19, 2013 ner