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Minutes 03-03-20 Minutes of the City Commission Meeting Held in the Intracoastal Park Clubhouse 2240 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, Florida On Tuesday, March 3, 2020, at 5:30 p.m. Present: Steven B. Grant, Mayor Lori LaVerriere, City Manager Justin Katz, Vice Mayor James Cherof, City Attorney Mack McCray, Commissioner Crystal Gibson, City Clerk Christina L. Romelus, Commissioner Ty Penserga, Commissioner 1. OPENINGS A. Call to Order - Mayor Steven B. Grant Mayor Grant called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Invocation — Pastor Kelly Nothnagle, Calvary Chapel Boynton Beach. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Vice Mayor Justin Katz. Roll Call City Clerk Gibson called the roll. There was a quorum. Agenda Approval: 1. Additions, Deletions, Corrections Vice Mayor Katz requested to move item 5-A to the beginning of the announcements. Mayor Grant requested at add to Future Agenda Items to look at the Village of Wellington's home-based business ordinance, Lake Park's accessory dwelling units ordinance and the City employee policy regarding CBD use and whether it would violate the city policy on a drug free workplace. 2. Adoption Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approve the agenda as amended. Vice Mayor Katz seconded the motion. The motion unanimously passed. 2. OTHER A. Informational items by Members of the City Commission Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida March 3, 2020 Vice Mayor Katz, Commissioner McCray, Commissioner Romelus, and Commissioner Penserga had nothing to disclose. Mayor Grant noted that on February 19th, he attended the COWBRA (Coalition of West Boynton Resident Association) and Lunch with FAU CARD (Center for Autism and Related Disabilities). He was very excited about working them to bring awareness to the City of Boynton Beach. On February 20th, he attended the Transportation Planning Agency meeting to amend the long-range transportation plan, which includes State Road 7 extension. On February 21st, Mayor Grant was the MC for Poinciana Elementary School's talent show. On February 22nd, he attended the city's Oceanfront Bark event, complimented the Parks and Recreation Department. He also attended Poinciana Elementary School's tree planning along with Community Greening to plant 50 trees. Noted he hoped the CRA could work with the school to plant more trees. On February 23rd, he attended the Mother Language Day a free event, held at Sara Sims Park. The event went extremely well. On February 24th, he attended the Board of County Commissioners and the League of Cities meeting. Discussed issues between the City and the County focusing on transportation regarding mobility plans, water resources, environmental concerns and housing. The County is contemplating adding a debt millage for water resources and housing. In addition, he attended the General Employee Pension Board meeting. He attended the SRWTB meeting, to make sure the expansion is on target. On February 26th, he attended the League of Cities meeting in Atlantis and had an interview with Invest Palm Beach. On February 27th, he attended the Galaxy scrub educational seminar, where the South Florida Water Management District and Palm Beach County ERM removed some invasive species. The students learned about keystone species. That evening he attended the Palm Tram Service Board. On February 28th, he attended the Business Development Board breakfast, with their site selection committee, attended the City's first quarterly orientation. The speed-hiring event paid off. He was pleased to throw out the first ball of the season at the East Boynton Beach little league field. On February 29th, he attended Rock the Plaza at Ocean Palm Plaza, two ribbing cuttings for the community policing units and US CBD. Commissioner McCray requested an update regarding the Oceanfront Bark event. 5-A A. Approve the request of Vice Mayor Katz to distribute $2,000 of his Community Support Funds to the Florida Youth Rugby Union. (Heard earlier out of sequence.) Vice Mayor Katz noted the coach and members of the rugby team would like to say a few words. Sean Simon Teacher at South Tech Academy, President of Boynton Beach Youth Rugby, wanted to give information on some of the players and their stories of rugby. 1 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida March 3, 2020 Provided some funding principles: does not want to charge any membership dues for the after-school program so there are no financial barriers. He made it an after school program. He created some school partnerships. The standards are exceptional. He wanted instill a core value system. He wanted to introduce and connect with collegiate opportunity. Many of the players have many opportunities. Lex McManus, a team member's mother, commented this program does not have a lot of support from the community. Internally she could not have imagined a family such as this. They are showing them that they can go to college. She teaches the boys manners. She would love to have some African American males show up in the crowd. Natalie King, a team member's mother, said this program has done so much for her child. It is amazing what this sport has done. Jatavia Coleman, team member, added that this has done so much for her; she has played in a collegiate women's league. Stated Simon has been like a father to her. Rugby has made them all family. Samuel Taylor, a team member's father, commented that this sport has bitten his son. His son works and goes to school and he plays hard. The character he has seen developed in him is amazing. Michael Joseph, team player, noted that before going to South Tech, he did not know what rugby was. He stated the highlight in his week was going to practice. He fell in love with the sport. Indicated his character has changed for the better. Mr. Joseph stated this is a wish come true. One activity can change the future. Sherry, a team member's mother, noted when they relocated to Boynton Beach, her daughter could not play rugby anymore with the boys. She stated she loved this club and has much respect for the club. Sarah, team member, stated she has played rugby for 11 years and it consumes her life. When she got in high school, she could no longer play. Simon gave her a place to go. The different between rugby and all other sports, which get funding, is that this sport builds character and respect. Vice Mayor Katz explained this is why he has allocated these funds from his community investment account; he once played for the men's team in Palm Beach County. Commissioner Romelus asked about expansion outside of Boynton Beach. Mr. Simon explained the program was a two-tiered program, which means they have a travel team; they are trying to form a mini league, with the school partnership. Noted Rugby is not a part of the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA). He has begun the process to create a Florida High School Rugby Association. He is lobbying the 3 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida March 3, 2020 FHSAA to adopt rugby. There are some informational clubs. All the kids are teammates, some of the events they split up. They play other travel teams. They are trying to expand, to become more of a mainstream sport. Commissioner Romelus requested more information regarding the program. She explained she is affiliated with Police Athletic League of West Palm Beach. She understands the staff are volunteers and asked where would the funding go to support. Mr. Simon explained the funding goes to USA Rugby registration. Stated every student must register with USA Rugby. Registration is $70 per child, but oftentimes the families cannot afford to pay. There is also gear, tackle dummies and they just got travel team uniforms. There are expenses with the travel team; when the games are over, the teams come together and the hosting teams feed the other team. Commissioner Romelus stated he is changing lives for the better. She stated she is donating the remainder of her community support funds. Commissioner McCray thanked everyone for encouraging each other. He did not understand what rugby was. Keep up the good work. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approve. Commissioner Romelus seconded the motion. The motion unanimously passed. 3. ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMUNITY AND SPECIAL EVENTS AND PRESENTATIONS A. Sari Vatske, Executive VP of Feeding South Florida, will announce the merger between Feeding South Florida and the Community Caring Center of Palm Beach County. Sari Vatske, Executive VP of Feeding South Florida, announced that Feeding South Florida and the Community Caring Center of Palm Beach County (Community Caring Center) are merging in April 2020. Doreen Robinson, said they have a shared vision for Palm Beach County. Feeding South Florida and the Community Caring Center's merger will open doors to increased innovative solutions for those struggling to put food on the table. They are combing resources for citizens of Boynton Beach and Palm Beach County. Appreciate the support. They have great plans to work together. Based in the City of Boynton Beach, the Community Caring Center has served Palm Beach County for the past 30 years, with a compassionate approach to their mission that aligns with Feeding South Florida's "Families First" philosophy. Their approach is why Feeding South Florida is committed 4 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida March 3, 2020 to preserving and expanding the Community Caring Center's meal delivery, senior caregiving and job training programs. By coming together and removing the duplication of the critical resources necessary to end hunger in Palm Beach County, the combined organization is excited to continue working alongside the City of Boynton Beach and the CRA to increase food access where it's most needed. Commissioner McCray stated this was a super win. Asked how long until the kitchen would be completed. Ms. Vatske replied in mid-April. In addition, she wanted to commend Sherry Johnson, Chief Executive Officer, for her the efforts for the past 30 years. We truly believe this is an honor to carry the name, Feeding Palm Beach County Community Caring Center. Mayor Grant stated he is glad to see the program if flourishing. B. Proclaim March 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st as Boynton Beach Professional Fire Fighters of Local 1891 "Fill the Boot Days." Jeaneece Washington from the Muscular Dystrophy Association will accept the proclamation. Mayor Grant proclaimed March 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st as Boynton Beach Professional Fire Fighters of Local 1891 "Fill the Boot Days." The firefighters have raised $468,000 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Jeaneece Washington, Muscular Dystrophy Association, thanked the Commission for allowing the firefighters to collect for the Muscular Dystrophy Association and the families they serve. Indicated in the past 5 years, over 9 drugs have been approved by the FDA. Stated ALS is becoming a disease, there are two drugs coming next year. Without the support, these drugs would not be possible. Thanked the City for their support. C. Proclaim the month of March 2020 as American Red Cross Month. Peggy Martin from the American Red Cross will accept the proclamation. Mayor Grant proclaimed March 2020 as American Red Cross Month. Peggy Martin, American Red Cross, accepted the proclamation, and thanked the City of Boynton Beach for their support. This month the American Red Cross installed 192 smoke detectors in County Green of Boynton Beach. Commissioner Romelus thanked the American Red Cross. Forrest Park also received smoke alarms and was educated on how to protect their homes and prevent fires. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida March 3, 2020 Commissioner McCray stated in the Heart of Boynton, fire alarms were installed. D. Proclaim March 2-6, 2020 as National School Breakfast Week. Bonnie Rawlins, School Food Service Manager at Galaxy E3 Elementary, will accept the proclamation. Mayor Grant proclaimed March 2-6, 2020 as National School Breakfast Week. Lori Dornbusch, Site Based Operations Manager, Palm Beach County School Food Service, accepted the proclamation. She indicated that studies show hungry children cannot learn. This is the priority for the school system of Palm Beach County, to make sure all children have a great start in the morning in order to learn. She stated Bonnie Rawlins is a champion. Commissioner McCray thanked the school system for all they do to feed the children. E. Proclaim the week of March 2-6, 2020 to be Say Something Week in the City of Boynton Beach, FL and encourage all our citizens to recognize Say Something's significance. The proclamation will be accepted by Teresa Trumble-Thomas, South Tech Academy and the Safe School Ambassadors Club Officers: Yaimond Benel-Rivera, President, Kiera Ballard, Vice President, Eve-Sarah Augustin, Secretary, Stelsie St. Hilaire, Treasurer and Anthony Ortiz, Historian Vice Mayor Katz proclaimed the week of March 2-6, 2020 as Say Something Week. Stelsie St. Hilaire, Secretary of the Safe School Ambassadors Club and Eve-Sarah Augustin, Vice President announced 400 students attended a Say Something training and safety meeting. The Say Something Week would include activities such as signing against gun violence, wearing green to honor the student and the staff who died at Sandy Hook Elementary school. Thanked Mayor Grant for recognizing this branch. 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. A listing of Early Voting locations throughout Palm Beach County is available at the following website: https://www.pbcelections.oralloters/Early-Votinp. Mayor Grant announced that early voting for the March 17, 2020 Presidential Preference Primary and Municipal election will begin Saturday, March 7, 2020 and will continue 6 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida March 3, 2020 through Sunday, March 15, 2020. Mayor Grant noted a listing of early voting locations throughout the County could be found at www.pbcelections.org/voters/early-voting. Early voting within the City is from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. daily at the Ezell Hester Community Center located at 1901 North Seacrest Blvd. G. Due to the March 17, 2020 Presidential Preference Primary and Municipal Election, the second Commission Meeting in March has been rescheduled to Wednesday, March 18th at 5:30 p.m. Mayor Grant announced the Commission Meeting scheduled for March 17th has been rescheduled to March 18, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. due to the elections. H. Announcement by Andrea Javier, Human Resources Manager, of Let's Move: Commit to Change Physical Activity Challenge, a countywide initiative that focuses on physical activity, nutrition, and healthy behaviors. The City is encouraging Boynton Beach residents, businesses, employees, and supporters to move for at least 30 minutes per day and to log their active minutes from March 1st - 31st. To register, visit www.LetsMovePBC.org and join team: The City of Boynton Beach. Andrea Javier, Human Resources Manager, announced the start of a Let's Move: Commit to Change Challenge. The City is encouraging the residents and employees to move for at least 30 minutes per day. The City of Boynton Beach has participated in the Let's Move activities in the last few years. Ms. Javier provided some activities within the City of Boynton Beach. I. Announce Boynton's Finance Department earned an award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for Excellence in Financial Reporting for their 2018 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. Mayor Grant announced that Boynton Beach's Finance Department received an award for Excellence in Financial Reporting. Mara Frederickson, Director of Finance, announced the award was received from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). There are 412 Cities in the State of Florida and 283 of them earned certificates for their Financial Statements last year. Indicated there are 4,326 municipalities awarded nationally last year by GFOA. This was a team effort. This award would not be possible without the staff. Commissioner McCray thanked the Finance Department for a job well done. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida March 3, 2020 Eleanor Krusell, Public Communications and Marketing Director, said that Oceanfront Park, formerly called the Boynton Casino, was purchased on March 12, 1921 for$5,750. She noted as part of the yearlong celebration for the City of Boynton Beach Centennial, the City is waiving the parking fee on March 12, 2020 between the hours of 9am-5pm. Indicated parking is limited. 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) Mayor Grant opened public audience. Susan Oyer, 140th SE 27th Way, said she was curious what the plans are for the Coronavirus and Blarney Bash. There are 2,200 cases in Italy and 79 people have died in Italy. She was hoping that the city has a plan in place. Mayor Grant explained that the City has a plan. Interim Chief Matt Petty explained the City is in constant communication with Palm Beach County and the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), this is an ongoing situation, and they are doing everything that they can. Provided some tips to keep safe. Susanne Roth, Schoolhouse Children's Museum, announced Art in Bloom takes place this weekend at the Schoolhouse Children's Museum. The second annual schoolhouse bash, "Too Cool for School", would take place on April 23rd from 6-10 pm at Benvenuto Restaurant. They are honoring Dr. Marcy and James Young Family Foundation and the Boynton Beach Garden Club. Come out and have a fun and interactive evening. Provided an update regarding the grant received from the Henry Nyish Foundation. This grant allows for two programs: Art of the Story and Museum on the Go. The Museum is currently serving 158 children and features a different book each month. The Art of the Story is a literacy and an art-based program; each classroom receives a copy of the book presented each month. Museum on the Go is a stand-alone program, which provides science-based outreach programs to title one elementary and underserviced preschools in the areas. They have scheduled 263 children in three different schools. Ms. Roth invited everyone to come play with them, where learning is an adventure. Irwin Senesce, 223 NE 12 Avenue, Boynton Strong, provided some information regarding Boynton Strong. Indicated Boynton Strong is a 501(c)3 organization that aims to connect individuals and families with programs, services, and resources that help them overcome barriers to their growth, development and over all well-being. Boynton Strong connects people with training and services. Noted some of their work included Peace N Da Hood, a weekly basketball social that aims to reduce crime. Featured in the Palm 8 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida March 3, 2020 Beach Post and have over 40+ weeks in a row without violence. Free Summer Camp in the summer of 2018, provided a safe space for about 65+ young people. Featured on WPTB News Channel 5. Turkey and Toy Drives featured on WPTV News Channel 5. Cancer Walk hosted a fundraiser for a great cause honoring cancer survivors. Volunteers for the Boynton Beach MLK event, the grand opening event for Sara Sims Park, Boynton Beach Christmas Parade and much more. Mr. Senesce noted Boynton Strong would continue to create spaces for community to engage with one another and share resources. Mayor Grant stated the city wanted to work with Boynton Strong. Stated February 14th, they had their career fair, where over 60 people signed up, and the Mayor requested an update. That is something that anyone that wants to work in Boynton Beach can get a job. Commissioner McCray thanked him and encouraged him to keep Boynton Strong. Tory Orr, 407 NE 17 Avenue, noted he was over on 7th Avenue and he asked if the same person would be building town square. He asked if they were laborers, not trained. Where are jobs for the people in the Heart of Boynton? When is the community going to be getting jobs in the community? He said Sophia Nelson indicated they needed 14 people immediately and nothing happened. He said she refuses to communicate with them anymore. He stated that the City needs to do better when it comes to jobs in the neighborhood and that Ms. Nelson does not live in Boynton Beach. Mr. Orr said no one in the neighborhood received a job offer. Mayor Grant indicated this information should be on the next agenda. Commissioner McCray stated this is what is disheartening to the young people in the area, and then when the city does not come through. It is disappointing. It was more than a slap in the face. Commissioner Romelus thanked Mr. Orr for expressing his concerns. Mayor Grant closed Public Audience. 5. ADMINISTRATIVE A. Approve the request of Vice Mayor Katz to distribute $2,000 of his Community Support Funds to the Florida Youth Rugby Union. ( Heard earlier on the agenda) B. Approve the request of Mayor Grant to distribute $200 of his Community Support Funds to The Lord's Place. Motion (a Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida March 3, 2020 Commissioner McCray moved to approve. Commissioner Romelus seconded the motion. The motion unanimously passed. Diana Stanley, CEO of The Lord's Place, said they are a leading provider for serving the homeless community for more than 40 years. In Boynton Beach, there is a place called the William H. Mann Place for Men, serving 50 men, giving them a purposeful life. She encourages people, when they see someone who is homeless, it could be someone brother, son, father. We must look at them as individuals. Everyone is worthy of a place to live and have a better life. The Mann campus has been in Boynton Beach for over 30 years. Commissioner McCray inquired about the homeless in John Prince Park. Ms. Stanley stated they are working closely with Palm Beach County, and provide training and placement. Indicated an emergency shelter is temporary solution. They are committed to building homes. They launched a campaign, which has raised $15M for supported housing. She is going to Washington with Lois Frankel to address this problem. C. Appoint eligible members of the community to serve in vacant positions on City advisory boards. Mayor Grant announced the vacant positions on the City of Boynton Beach Advisory Boards. 6. CONSENT AGENDA Matters in this section of the Agenda are proposed and recommended by the City Manager for "Consent Agenda" approval of the action indicated in each item, with all of the accompanying material to become a part of the Public Record and subject to staff comments A. Approve issuance of a purchase order to R. George & Associates, Inc. $77,800.00 to provide relocation services to the library from its current temporary locations back to its permanent location in Town Square. Commissioner McCray just wanted to explain whenever the residents see the large amounts; it is for the entire city, not just for Town Square. B. Proposed Resolution No. R20-019 - Authorize the City Manager to sign the Accelerated Technology Laboratories, Inc. Master Software & Services Agreement. Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida March 3, 2020 C. Approve upgrade of VTScada licensing to the $50K Tag Bundle, which includes an additional server runtime license and full system support at a total price of $44,256.13. D. Approve minutes from the City Commission meeting on February 18, 2020. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approve the consent agenda as presented. Commissioner Penserga seconded the motion, which unanimously passed. 7. Consent Bids and Purchases over $100,000-None 8. Public Hearing A. Proposed Ordinance No. 20-002 - Second Reading - Approving the Boynton Beach Mall Rezoning from C-3, Community Commercial, to SMU, Suburban Mixed Use. Applicant: Bonnie Miskel, Esq., of Dunay, Miskel and Bachman, LLP. (The applicant has requested to continue this agenda item to the March 18, 2020 Commission Meeting.) B. Approval of the Master Plan Modification (MPMD 19-004) for the Boynton Beach Mall allowing for the phased conversion to a mixed use or life style center with the reconfiguration of retail space, and the addition of residential, hotel and office uses to the existing movie theater, fitness center and church uses. (The applicant has requested to continue this agenda item to the March 18, 2020 Commission Meeting.) C. Proposed Ordinance No. 20-004 - Second Reading - Approve 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. City Attorney Cherof read proposed Ordinance No. 20-004, on second reading, by title only into the record. Motion Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida March 3, 2020 Commissioner McCray moved to approve. Vice Mayor Katz seconded the motion, which unanimously passed. Mayor Grant opened to public audience. Seeing none, public audience was closed. Clerk Gibson called the Roll. Vote 5-0 9. City Manager Report A. Approve the below dates for FY 20/21 Budget Workshops which will be held at the Intracoastal Park Clubhouse: Monday, July 13, 2020 @ 5:00 P.M. Tuesday, July 14, 2020 @ 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, July 15, 2020 @ 2:00 P.M. Mayor Grant announced the Budget workshops are held at the Intracoastal Park Clubhouse. Proposed Budget Workshops are scheduled for July 13-15, 2020 at the Intracoastal Park Clubhouse. Typically, the Commission staggers the starting times to accommodate the public's attendance. Lori LaVerriere, City Manager, inquired if the presented dates were acceptable to those on the dais. Motion Commissioner McCray moved to approve. Commissioner Penserga seconded the motion, which unanimously passed. 10. Unfinished Business-None 11. New Business A. Proposed Resolution No. R20-020 - Approve and ratify appointment of Kathryn Matos as Assistant City Manager - Administrative Services, pursuant to City Code of Ordinances, Chapter 2, Article II, Section 2-30(b). Mayor Grant read proposed Resolution No. R20-020 to approve and ratify the appointment of Kathryn Matos as Assistant City Manager. Motion Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida March 3, 2020 Commissioner McCray moved to approve with discussion. Vice Mayor Katz seconded the motion, which unanimously passed. Lori LaVerriere introduced Kathryn Matos to the Commission and indicated there were three rounds of interviews, in which several members of staff participated including Interim Fire Chief Matt Petty, City Clerk Crystal Gibson, Mara Frederiksen, Director of Financial Services, Julie Oldbury, Director of Human Resources, and Colin Groff, Assistant City Manager. Kathryn Matos thanked the Commission for the opportunity. She is looking forward to hitting the ground running. Commissioner McCray inquired how long she was at her last position. Ms. Matos replied, 7 years tomorrow. Mayor Grant said he looks forward to having her on the team. B. Proposed Resolution No. R20-021 - Approve the 2020 update to the City of Boynton Beach Climate Action Plan. Motion Vice Mayor Katz moved to approve for discussion. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion, which unanimously passed. Rebecca Harvey, Sustainability Coordinator, provided a chronology of a decade of climate action planning. 2010, First Climate Action Plan & Greenhouse Gas Inventory 2012, Joined SE FL Regional Climate Change Compact. 2015, Revised Climate Action Plan. 2017, Created Office of Sustainability. 2018, Joined Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy. 2020, Updated Climate Action Plan. Ms. Harvey explained the local climate action planning vision statements. Make Boynton Beach a regional and national leader in sustainability through innovative policies, programs, and partnerships. Become a leader in energy efficiency and clean energy that comes from the sun, wind, or other renewable technologies. Create a greener Boynton Beach by enhancing the tree canopy and native plant and wildlife communities. Transform Boynton Beach into a community where people walk, bike, take transit, or carpool for most trips in a safe, accessible, and affordable transportation network. Ms. Harvey stated the plan focused on the reduction of greenhouse gas. Cost saving, by reducing costs of electricity a vehicles fuel/maintenance. Economic development by promoting local green businesses and ecotourism. Public Health by reducing air pollutants and promoting activity lifestyles. Ecosystem Protection by enhancing 13 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida March 3, 2020 greenspace and reducing plastic pollution. Climate resilience by reducing urban heat and promoting resilient energy systems. The Climate Action plan has made effort to align with the City of Boynton Beach pillars. Indicated they have made an effort to align with the City strategic planning goals. The low-income communities are historically underserved and underrepresented. However, these communities are at risk to withstand the worst of climate impacts. The City of Boynton Beach prides itself on diversity and inclusiveness. The CAP will continue to elicit diverse stakeholder's participation, to ensure that benefits of climate action shared equitably among all community members. Ms. Harvey indicated there is active community engagement is critical; and this is done in several ways, such as the sustainability advisory teams, climate action workshop, and ongoing public engagement. Ms. Harvey explained the greenhouse gas to reduce the emissions to 50%. To have a Net zero GHG emission by 2050. These are ambitious projects, both they are achievable. Ms. Harvey showed a graph, which indicated the Greenhouse gas emission targets, which has the actual measured emissions from 2015 and 2015. The emissions reduction target to show the 50% reduction from 2015 to 2035; the FPL grid for improvement with and without the improvement. The Implementation and monitoring are in direct relation to GHCI metrics. Report progress annually to the commission. Integrate the CAP actions into the budget process. Seek grants and other funding/financing sources. Prioritize high impact actions and develop pathway to meet GHG reduction targets. Develop interactive online platform to track implementation. Of the plan, continue to monitor and implement. Report progress annually, integrate CAP actions into the budget process. Seek grants and other funding financing sources. Prioritize high impact action and develop pathway to meeting GHG reduction targets, develop interactive online platform to track implementation. Thanked the Sustainability team, Sustainabase and staff. Commissioner McCray inquired about who represents Sustainabase. Ms. Harvey introduced Matt Zirkelbach, Founder and Holly Lichtenfeld. Commissioner Penserga asked how the number derived. Ms. Harvey replied it is not a physical measure for carbon dioxide. No physical sensor placed around the city. An inventory focuses on the activity and resource use of boundary. There are two levels such as the level of government operation, and the level of communities. Obtaining the document of resource use, such as purchased energy, such as electric use. Conversation factors, the grid is getting cleaner. 14 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida March 3, 2020 Commissioner Penserga indicated on page 12 in the provided document, shows the vast majority from the government side comes from buildings. Inefficiency in building which was 68%. Does the City know which building are the drivers of the 68% inefficiency? Ms. Harvey stated the aim was to make it precise. The biggest electric users in the city was Wastewater Treatment Plant, the Water Treatment plants and City Hall. Then the Community Centers and then the larger building. Commissioner Penserga stated this was a large number. The overall greenhouse gas emission declined 14%; this contributed to improvement to FPL, but also a reduction in electricity consumption. He was confused about the decrease. Ms. Harvey replied since the initiative began, the City has upgraded some of the buildings are now equipped with automatic timer and upgraded air conditioning units. She also stated there were buildings torn down. She explained when the other buildings come online they will be efficient buildings. Commissioner Penserga asked how this change the projection of the progress. Ms. Harvey stated there would be buildings that are more efficient and the City has the district energy plant. Commissioner Penserga stated this would be public facing. Stated there was some data missing. Ms. Harvey explained there was no consultants during those missing years. Boynton Beach is ahead of the curve. The City has an annual inventory. Commissioner Penserga noticed the community priority did not match with the GHG reduction potential. Ms. Harvey stated people care about many things. Commissioner McCray explained this was a project that was previously placed on the shelf. Ms. LaVerriere explained they have a dedicated, passionate employee leading this project. Mayor Grant commented understands the water utility is the biggest user of the electricity, and he understands many residents use the solar now program. The City received the solar canopies. He would like to see if the City could see if the public would like to make that investment to the city regarding using the water utility as the conduit to build solar panels, because there are plenty of lift stations, plenty of water treatment plants and there are plenty of spaces available. He would like to see if the Commission can have a voluntary program for utility to add solar panels. Wanted to get a consensus to get that information. Asked how much is the fee for electric and for the water utility. 15 Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida March 3, 2020 Cohn Groff, Assistant City Manager, responded electric is one of the largest consumable for the plants and the pump stations. Indicated there are some utility providers where residents voluntarily pay to create green energy sources. This is a new program. Mr. Groff stated the Commission has approved the Wastewater project, which would reduce 25% of the energy use. Ms. LaVerriere asked if the modeling show the actual cost of the power. Mr. Groff replied yes. Mr. Groff indicate there are project are trying to do, they are trying to do the most efficient way. Staff would come back with some ideas. Commissioner Penserga requesting to discuss converting single occupancy bathrooms to gender-neutral bathrooms. 12. Legal-None 13. Future Agenda Items A. Discuss Local Septic Tank Inspection Program - March 18, 2020. B. Discuss purchase and sale agreement for Nichols property - March 18, 2020. C. The Central Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce will make a brief presentation to the Commission regarding their member benefits. The City has become a member of this Chamber. - March 18, 2020 D. Quarterly Census Update - March 18, 2020. E. Senator Lori Berman and House Representative Joe Casello will provide a legislative update to the Commission - April 7, 2020. F. Presentation of 2019 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report - April 21, 2020. 14. Adjournment Motion There being no further business to discuss, Vice Mayor Katz made a motion to adjourn. Commissioner McCray seconded the motion. The meeting adjourned at 7:22 p.m. (Continued on next page.) Meeting Minutes City Commission Boynton Beach, Florida March 3, 2020 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH Mayor- Steven B. Grant Ase Vice M. • - Justin K. 'ommission- — Mac McCr. Commissioner / hristina Romelus 7' Commi;,.i 7 'en •a ATTEST: "Pik- t , C stat Gibson, MMC City Clerk �. eoYNl•~ •ueenester Nieves, CMC Deputy City Clerk 17 BOYNTON STRONG Boynton Strong Community Outreach &Training is a community-based 501-C3 organization that aims to connect individuals and families with programs, services, and resources that help them overcome barriers to their growth, development, and over all well-being. Our initiatives are designed to strengthen the fabric of the community, empower the youth, and contribute to crime reduction. Our work: - Peace N' Da Hood a weekly basketball social that aims to reduce crime. Featured in the Palm Beach post and having Over 40+ weeks in a row without violence -Free Summer Camp in summer 2018 provided a safe space for about 65+youth. Featured on WPTV news channel 5 -Turkey and Toy Drives featured on WPTV News channel 5 in 2018 for partnering up with other organizations to feed families. Have also partnered with Lorri LaVerriere & City of Boynton Beach for our annual Toy Drive for the youth. -Cancer Walk hosted a fundraiser for a great cause honoring cancer survivors -Volunteers for the Boynton Beach MLK event, the grand opening event for Sara Sims Park, Boynton Beach Christmas Parade, and more. WHAT'S NEXT? -Boynton Strong will continue to create spaces for community to engage with one another and share resources. Please contact us for more info. -Trainings Boynton Strong Community Outreach &Training will not only focus on Social initiatives but also educational workshops to empower the youth as well as individuals and families in the areas of: life skills, civic engagement, finances, leadership skills, community awareness & accountability, career paths, technology, etc. Through community help and support we can accomplish our goals. Open to also creating authentic & strategic partnerships that expand our capacity to impact community. HOW CAN WE WORK TOGETHER? Contact info -Monetary donations Boyntonstrongz gmail.com -in-Kind donations C:561.388.4055