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CITY OF DELRAY BEACH. FLORIDA - CITY COMMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING - JANUARY 18. 1994 - 7:00 P.M.
CREST AUDITORIUM AT OLD SCHOOL SOUARE
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Please be advised that if a person decides to appeal any decision made
by the City Commission with respect to any matter considered at this
meeting or hearing, such persons will need a record of these proceed-
ings, and for this purpose such persons may need to ensure that a
verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes
the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. The
City will neither provide nor prepare such record.
Pursuant to Section 3.07 of the Charter· of the City of Delray Beach,
Florida, Mayor Thomas E. Lynch has instructed me to advise you of a
Special Meeting of the Commission to be held on Tuesday, January 18,
1994, at 7:00 p.m. in the Crest Auditorium at Old School Square.
This meeting has been called for following purposes:
( 1 ) Receipt of Annual Report via Presentations.
(2 ) Open Forum "Town Meeting" - Comments from the Public.
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Alison MacGregor Harty
City Clerk
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GENERAL INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE JANUARY 18th
ANNUAL REPORT, TOWN HALL MEETING
Who: Official Meeting of the city Commission
What: Receipt of Annual Report via presentations & open
forum town meeting comments from the public
Date: Tuesday, January 18, 1994
Time: Call to order at 7:00 p.m., Sharp!
Place: Crest Theater at Old School Square
This meeting is the first of three events which will help shape
the direction the City Commission will take in creating the
budget and activities for the next fiscal year, FY 94/95 (the
budget that begins in October, 1994) . The other events are:
* The Planning and Zoning Board Public Hearing on
infrastructure needs (January 24th at 7:00 p.m.), and
* The City Commission goal reviews in April.
The first part of tonight's meeting will be a series of
presentations by the Advisory Boards and City Administration.
These presentations focus on what was accomplished last year (FY
92/93, October 1992 through September 1993).
The second portion of the meeting will provide any citizen of
the community an opportunity to present any issues, concerns, or
ideas to the City Commission. Not only will comments be taken,
but some response and/or discussion may be made by the City
Commissioners. At least one hour will be set aside for this
portion of the meeting.
An important aspect of this meeting is that of raising the level
of awareness about what is occurring in Delray Beach. This is
important in several ways.
*First, we have much to be proud of in the community.
*Second, an informed citizen can direct his/her energy to needs
and concerns more effectively by knowing what is happening and
what resources are available to work with.
*Third, while much has been done, there is more to do. The City
Commission and the Administration need to keep in touch with the
citizens of the community. Participation in the "town hall"
portion of the meeting provides such an opportunity. While,
perhaps, not all items raised in the "town hall" portion can be
addressed immediately, they can raise the level of awareness of
the Administration, Advisory Boards, and City Commission as they
prepare for their work in the coming year.
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CITY OF DELRAY BEACH
SECOND ANNUAL TOWN HALL MEETING
7:00 PM, TUESDAY, JANUARY 18, 1994
CREST THEATER, OLD SCHOOL SQUARE
o R D E R o F PRE S E N TAT ION
7:00 CALL TO ORDER
City Commission Roll Call
Planning and Zoning Board Roll Call
7:05 WELCOME Mayor Tom Lynch
7:10 PRESENTATION - COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ANNUAL REPORT
By the Planning and Zoning Board, presenters are:
* Jean Beer
* Robert Currie
* Karen Kiselewski
7:30 PRESENTATION - CITY COMMISSION 1993 GOAL STATEMENT
Status Reports by the City Administration
Introduction
-- Robert Barcinski, Assistant City Manager
Neighborhood Improvement
-- Lula Butler, Direcctor of Community Improvement
Youth Programs
-- Joe Weldon, Director of Parks and Recreation
Police & Community Relations
-- Capt. Alberto Melis
Fire & Emergency Services
-- Chief Kerry Koen
Infrastructure Enhancement
-- Bill Greenwood, Director, Environmental Services
Financial Matters
-- Joe Safford, Finance Director
8:10 PRESENTATION - STATE OF THE CITY
Statement from the Office of the City Manager
8:20 SHORT BREAK
8:30 TOWN HALL MEETING, OPEN MICROPHONE
-- ·Public Comment
-- Concluding Remarks by Commissioners
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Capital Improvement Projects FY 92/93
Public Bldgss Prjcts Cmpltd Cost Date
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Fire Station '5 $670,000 May 93
.. Central Fire Station $1,630,000 Oct 93
Fire Stat. #3 Fuel Tnk & Prkng $69,000 Feb 93
City Attorney Office Renovation $86,100 Jan 93
. .. $111, 000
Garage Renovations \ Jan 93
Envir Srvc Hurricane Shutters $21,000 Feb 93
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$2,587,100
Drainages prjcts Cmpltd
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Drainage Imprvmnts (City Wide) $3,016,000 Ju1 93
Alamanda Gardens Drainage $87,000 Jun 93
Ingraham Ave. Tide-Flex Valve $8,000 Jul 93
George Bush Blvd Drainge Ditch $10,000 Nov 93
Tropic Harbor/Spanish Trl Drng $229,000 Aug 93
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$3,350,000
Streets & Transportation: prjcts Cmpltd
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Street Resurfacing ~90, ~91, ~92 $611,200 Jan 94
NW 1st Ave Sidewalk $15,500 Mar 93
Street Recnstrctn $2,426,930
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$3,053,630
Parks, Beautification, Community Fac.
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Atlantic Ave Beaut.JI9S - Swinton) $187,000 Nov 92
Veterans Park $588,000 Jul 93
Currie Commons Park $313,000 May 93
Miller Park $624,000 May 93
Cason Cottage Parking $54,500 Dec 92
Tennis Cntr Phs I $3,200,000 Mar 93
Beach Nourishment Project $3,900,000 Dec 92
Pompey Prk Tnns & Bsktbll Crts $6C),000 Nov 93
Swinton Ave Beaut. $414,000 May 94
Golf Course Greens Reseeding $32,000 Sep 93
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$9,381,500
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Capital Improvement Projects FY 92/93
Sewer and Water; prjcts cmpltd
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Wstwtr Trtmnt Plnt (Odor Abat.) $5,900,000 Mar 93
Wstwtr Trtmnt PInt (Dechlor. Fac) $100,000 Sep 93
#Lake Shore Drive L.S. $123,300 Mar 93
American Legion Parking Lot $35,000 Oct 92
L.S. R&R (LS 9,19a,20A,23,32) $344,000 Dec 93
¡/I Program (syst 8,17,18,32) $800,000 Nov 93
Sewer Ext., West Atlantic Ave $110,000 Nov 93
Homewood Park Sewer $200,000 Jun 93
S.E. Transmission Mn- Part B $460,000 Apr 93
Emergency Swr & Manhole Repair $36,000 Mar 93
Swr & Wtr Lines, & Fire Hydrnts $4,900,000 Jul 93
Sanitary Sewer Rehab. $449,000 Oct 93
N.W. 3rd Ave Paving & utilities $202,000 Feb 93
South Reserv. Rehab $945,000 Sep 93
Water Mn. Sabal Lks/Rnbrry Wds $38,000 Dec 92
Water Meters, Valves, Piping $19, 000
Water Pressure Repair- SW 1st st $20,000 Mar 93
Raw Water Mn- Morikami Wellfld $545,000 Jan 94
Master Booster Pump Station $3,420,000 Mar 94
Lift Station '86 Rplcmnt $65,000 Oct 93
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$18,711,300
Grand Total $37,083,530
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LAND USE PETITIONS PROCESSED IN FY 92/93
(October 1, 1992 through September 30,1993)
AMENDMENTS TO THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP:
* # of Corrective Changes 12 * # of Petitions 2
Approved 12 Approved 2
Rejected 0 Rejected 0
REZONING PETITIONS:
* # of Corrective Changes 6
Approved 6
Rejected 0
In Process 0
* # of Petitions 6
P & Z recommendation for Approval 5 Denial 0
City Commission action of Approval 4 Denial 1
In Process 0
Withdrawn 1
ANNEXATIONS:
* # of Petitions 3
P & Z recommendation for Approval 2 Denial 1
City Commission action of Approval 2 Denial 0
In Process 1
CONDITIONAL USE REQUESTS:
* # of Petitions 11
p & Z recommendation for Approval 9 Denial 0
City Commission action of Approval 8 Denial 1
In Process 0
Withdrawn 2
SITE PLANS FOR NEW DEVELOPMENT:
* # of Submissions 15
SPRAB action of Approval 11 Denial 0
Appeals to City Commission 0
In Process 4
MASTER DEVELOPMENT PLANS:
* # of submissions 2
P & Z recommendations for Approval 2 Denial 0
City Commission action of Approval 2 Denial 0
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LAND USE PETITIONS PROCESSED IN FY 92/93
(October 1, 1992 through September 30, 1993)
MASTER PLAN AND SITE PLAN MODIFICATION:
* I of Submissions 81
P & Z action of Approval 0 Denial 0
SPRAB action of Approval 16 Denial 0
Appeals to City Commission 0
HPB action of Approval 2 Denial 0
Appeals to City Commission 0
Administrative Approvals 53
In Process 4
Withdrawn 6
ABANDONMENTS:
* I of requests re right-of-way 8
P & Z recommendation for Approval 5 Denial 1
City Commission action of Approval 6 Denial 0
In Process 2
* I of requests re easements 1
City Commission action of Approval 1 Denial 0
SUBDIVISION PLATS:
* Boundary Plats:
I of requests submitted 10
Approved 4
In Process 5
Withdrawn 1
* Minor Subdivisions:
I of requests submitted 3
Approved 3
In Process 0
* Major Subdivisions:
I of requests submitted 0
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BUILDING ACTIVITY
Delray Beach is a city nearing 90% build out. As such, building
activity can be expected to be at a stable rate. Stable does
not, however, indicate that little is happening in the building
area. The City processed over 5900 building applications in FY
92/93. covering all types of work, from fences, to signs, to
building additions, to complete buildings.
New structures included:
Value
170 single family homes [1155 permits] $20,534,574
3 duplexes (6 units) [20 permits] 518,941
19 commercial structures [107 permits] 11,471,985
Additions to existing structures included:
Value
101 residential additions [368 permits] $2,089,874
13 commercial additions [62 permits] 2,465,167
In addition to these 1712 permits for major construction, the
City issued 6347 permits for other improvements. The value of
these improvements is $25,201,681. The total value of all
construction in the Fiscal Year is $62,282,222.
The number of structures compares favorably with FY 91/92,
indicating continuing, steady activity in construction - and
reconstruction - in the City.
The total of new residential units is declining over time as the
City approaches build-out, in that larger developments are not
appearing. For example, in FY 90/91 applications for 262 units
were made; in FY 91/92 the number was 408; while in FY 92/93 it
was 176. Much of the variation in the statistics are accounted
for by two developments (Sabal Lakes and . Palm Cove) . The
"non-project" development of about 170 single family units seen
this past year, with sporadic "spikes" of larger developments,
is representative of the building activity the City can expect
on a long term basis.
A total of 371 sign permits were issued for 263 different
business locations, about the same as the previous year. The
statistic can be viewed as indicative of the continuing
expansion and upgrading of businesses in the City. Coupled with
that, 1336 new occupational licenses were issued, along with
5668 renewals and 163 transfers. These 7100+ licenses represent
contractors and other businesses located in or doing business in
De1ray Beach. This significant increase (18%) over the 6000
licenses issued in FY 91/92 further indicates an expansion of
economic activity throughout the City.
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HOUSING ASSISTANCE
During the past fiscal year, a total of $539,903 was distributed
to qualified people to assist in the provision of affordable
housing. These funds included:
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
single family home rehabilitation (21 units) $300,100
Rental Rehabilitation (5 units) $107,058
State Housing Initiatives Partnership Program (SHIP)
Rehabilitation of single family home (1) $ 12,745
Bootstrap Rehabilitation Program
exterior renovations (32 units) $120,000
The City continues to assist with the acquisition of lots for
affordable housing development and to contribute toward
providing needed infrastructure for these developments. During
the fiscal year, two lots on S.W. 7th Ave. were purchased
($13,000) for Habitat For Humanity.
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GRANTS ACTIVITY
A number of funding grants were obtained by the City to support
programs and projects in the coming year. Even in these times
of tight budgets at the state and Federal levels, some funding
is available for worthy projects. City staff has diligently
pursued available funds, with a good record of success.
Specifically, we have been authorized the following grants:
* $55,000 from the Governors Drug Free Program to support
MADD DADS, Community Improvement, Parks and Recreation and
Police programs.
* $25,000 from the Sports Authority of Palm Beach County for
the Virginia Slims tennis Tournament.
* $46,000 from the Solid Waste Authority to support our
recycling program.
* Over $68,000 from State Housing Assistance Partnership
(SHIP) for housing assistance programs.
* $114,000 from the Home Investment Partnership for housing
assistance programs.
* $453,000 from HOPE 3 for housing assistance programs.
* Over $172,000 from the Childrens Services Council for the
After School Program.
In addition, grant applications are pending for approximately
$172,000 in support for emergency medical equipment, Pompey Park
Swimming Pool, and the Leon Weekes Interpretive Trail.
The City's success in obtaining grants and . the funding levels
achieved, remains consistent with the previous fiscal year.
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PAST PERFORMANCE: GOALS(S) ACHIEVED: G9ALS PROJECTED:
DMSlONlACI'IVITY: 1990 PARTClPATION: CURRENT P ARTlCIPA TlON: FUTURE PARTICIPATION:
After-School PrÐiR:raaa: 3 sites 3 sites 4 sites
5 days per week/39 weeks 5 days per week/39 weeks 5 days per weekl39 Weeks
300 children enrolled 300 children enrolled 400 children enrolled
$213,000. total costs $233,000. total costs 5300,000. totaI costs
CSC funds: $156,000. CSC funds: $167,406. CSC funds: S22S,OOO.
City Funds: $57,000. City funds: $63,000. City funds: $75,000.
Summer Dav c._It 3 sites 4 sites 5 sites
5 dayslweek - 8 weeks 5 days/week - 8 weeks 5 daysIweck - 8 weeks
350 children enrolled 420 children enrolled 5SO children enrolled
Free lunch program Free lunch program Free lunch program
YoathlRoc:ks) 3 teamslcheerleading 4 teams/cheerleading squads 5 teamslcl1eerleading squads
Footbaß: squads August - November August - November
August - November 135 football players 170 football playeD
105 football players 60 cheerleaders 75 cheerleaders
45 cheerleads 35 adult volunteers 40 adult volunteers
30 adult volunteers
Youth BuIœtbaO: No fonnalleague play 21 boys teams/4girls teams 25 boys teamsllO girls teams
Only basic instruction as 210 boys/44 girls 250 boys/tl 0 girls
part of the After-School 3 sites 4 sites
program November thru March November thru March
25 adult volunteers SO adult volunteers
Teen Prœnm.: Begin planning and Continue Teen Council Expended facility hours at the
organizing Teen Council organization. Community Center
Week-end teen acitvities Expend week-end activities
Saturday nite dance - 425 Mid-nite basketbøll
ave. participants Teen Couocil complete
Expanded facility hours at Various activities, i.e., social,
Pompey Park œmm.unity service, trips, .
lectures.~
Yoath Soccer: Support socc:c:r orpoizatiœ: SSG - 600 ~ 75 adult volunteers.
Youth BasebaD Support 2 u.. begebell organizations: 1000 pmticipøøts. 300 adult vohmteers.
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. MAD DADS Prevention Programs
Excel Focus V
This program is design to increase the knowledge of At-Risk fifth
graders about alternative and IIDre positive lifestyles by developiDg
life and problem solving skills.
Mentor Program
This program is designed to provide positive role mxlels for oor
youth . Local fraternities, sororities, teenagers (peers) and people
fran the business cœm..mity will be asked to serve as tæntors.
Midnight Basketball
This program is designed to provide a positive alternative to
drugs and alcohol abuse, targetiDg persons 21 years and younger.
Teen Social
This program is designed to provide positive alternatives to drug
and alcohol abuse and to provide a safe place for youth to meet
and socialize.
Mayor Little Cabinet
This program is design to give our young citizens a chance to
develop civic responsibility.
Parent Support Groop
This program is designed to accentuate parenting skills of parents
targeted youth.
Parent-Teacher-Student Seminars
The purpose of this canponent is to raise awareness of sYß\Jtons
associated with drug use. Se.ninars and workshops will be facilitated
by local substance abuse providers.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM TOWN MEETING
HELD ON JANUARY 18, 1994
.L.. Arthur Jackel, Chairman of United Property Owners, a
civic organization, stated he would like to address the Mayor
and Commissioners of Delray on the subject of Carver Middle
School. Approximately three months ago a petition drive was
started to control crime in the City and directed to a State
delegation requesting that they strengthen our criminal justice
law. The drive was a success and stronger laws will go into
effect this spring. In addition to controlling crime, the
environment our children live in must be made better.
Mr. Jackel continued by stating that, as the building
of the new Carver School progressed so, too, did plans for
community use of the old building. The concept of a Delray
Beach Center with programs ranging from clinic to classes was so
logical that the citizens truly believed in a program for crime
prevention and community enhancement. However, it is now
learned that the School Board's consent to the plan never really
happened. He is requesting the City Commission to begin
negotiations now and not permit a unilateral position of the
School Board to stand. The net result, whether the City rents
or purchases the old Carver school building, will be a better
environment for our children and less crime in the City for
everyone.
Mayor Lynch commented that two weeks ago the City
Commission asked the City Administration to schedule a meeting
with the School Board in order to get a dialog going to find
exactly what is planned.
Susan Pell, School Board member, stated the School
Board has not discussed this, and to her knowledge there are no
recommendations at this time. She has spent a lot of personal
time on draft proposals and it is her feeling that it is not
practical to put a sixth grade at Carver and she would prefer to
go with an alternate program and allow the students a choice.
She would like to keep all the current programs and incorporate
an additional one to give the youngsters who need an extra boost
a chance to show their talents.
Ms. Pell further advised that tomorrow night there is
an agenda item concerning the naming of the replacement school
and she is.urecommending that it remain Carver Middle School, the
rationale being that when this new school was developed and
designed it was planned not as a new school, but a replacement.
All the time she has been working on this, it never occurred to
her that a new name would be necessary. This is a joint project
between the school and the City and she feels, as a replacement
school, the name should remain the same so all students can feel
it is still "their" school.
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.L. A concerned resident expressed concern regarding crack
houses and the ease with which drugs can be obtained by young
people on West Atlantic Avenue and asked if there is anything
that can be done to eliminate this problem.
l..... Lillian Feldman, President of the Delray Breakfast
Club, questioned the dates of the widening of 10th Street and
the continuation of 10th Avenue.
David Kovacs, Planning Director, responded that the
first phase of 10th Avenue should commence within three ( 3 ) to
five (5 ) months and 10th street within six (6 ) to nine ( 9 )
months.
.4..... Clay Wideman, representing the Delray Merchants
Association, stated he has a concern with regard to safety on
West Atlantic Avenue. He requested that the Commission consider
the installation of a traffic light. He also has a problem with
the area of 6th Avenue and West Atlantic Avenue and feels this
should also be addressed.
2... Alex Sphere, resident, commented that last year at
this Town Meeting it was mentioned that a survey was taken on
Atlantic Avenue during the bumper-to-bumper traffic season and
drivers were questioned why they did not use more side streets.
Most of the responses indicated that the area wa s so beautiful
that they did not mind the slow traffic. In considering a
solution to divert the amount of traffic on Atlantic Avenue, she
suggested beautifying the roadways instead of widening them.
She feels that by widening Lake Ida Road between Swinton and
Federal, in particular, the City is going against the goal of
perceiving Delray as a "village by the sea". To widen Lake Ida
Road in this area would separate a large residential
neighborhood from a central shopping area, making it almost
inaccessible for pedestrians and bicycle traffic. It also
separates two historic districts, which are the backbone of our
All America City.
Ms. Sphere stated she was formerly a member of the
Neighborhood Task Team, a group appointed three years ago by the
Mayor and City Commissioners because they felt there were areas
that needed to be addressed. The team consisted of members from
all the Delray communities who met several times a month and
chose to focus on certain possible ordinances which they felt
would aid and improve the neighborhoods. As a group, those
ordinances were voted on and approved, several workshops were
held with the Mayor and Commissioners and nothing was heard from
them again.
Upon question as to the status of this task team, Lula
Butler replied that she would look into it.
.2....... Mark Little, 1220 N. Swinton Avenue, stated the City
now has jurisdiction over Lake Ida Park on the east side of Lake
Ida Road - the 11th Street Park that was formerly a County
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Enclave and is now part of the City of De1ray. He feels it
would be an attribute to the northwest section to upgrade the
waterfront park located there. The County put in an interesting
and very active playground for the children.
Mr. Little commented on the perception of cross
traffic that exists between 2nd and Swinton Avenue and the
feasibility of creating some cul-de-sacs just off Swinton Avenue
onto the roads between N.E. 8th and 22nd Streets to 2nd Avenue.
Mr. Little sees Lake Ida Road increasing in traffic,
more bottlenecks appearing and he would like to see more
beautification used, thereby making it a road similar to
Atlantic Avenue in terms of beauty. He would like to see N.E.
3rd Street become a through street from Federal Highway to the
Publix Shopping Center. This would make a direct access road
from Federal Highway, alleviating some of the congestion that
occurs on 4th Street which will continue to occur as the
community increases in population.
1....... Shirley Caperetti, Vice-President of PROD, requested
information on quasi-judicial testimony on zoning matters.
Mayor Lynch asked if quasi-judicial testimony applies
only to elected officials. The City Attorney responded that,
basically, that is correct as handed down by a Supreme Court
ruling. Mayor Lynch advised that the ruling states that elected
officials are not allowed to discuss with citizens issues which
are quasi-judicial, such as rezonings. Therefore, no discussion
can take place before hand, whether you are a citizen, an owner
or a developer asking for changes. The only time it is
acceptable, is when it is done in a group and when that same
information is presented to all the Commissioners at the same
time. He continued by stating that the Muni.cipal League has
recently indicated that they would like to see that changed, the
Florida League of Cities is looking at it and it will be passed
on to the lobbyists to try and have it changed.
.L. Jim Carter, 900 Tropic Boulevard, stated Leadership
Cable has decided to realign their basic programs, removing some
very important stations, including WGN, because of the cost
involved. They did not change their rate structure, but they
expect their customers to stay quiet and not say a word. To his
knowledge, Leadership has not been audited in the 18 years they
have been operating in this City. Perhaps Delray Beach no
longer needs Leadership Cable in the City.
.2..... June Pezzie, 1000 Lowry Street, commented that area
residents have been thrilled with the beach roadway project
which is nearly completed. However, Lowry Street has no curb
gutters and she is questioning if this is just an oversite or if
they can expect those gutters at some later date.
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~ Jerry Márshall invited everyone to the Delray Expo at
the Delray Mall the first weekend in February. The students
will be showing off their skills in a very positive way in the
form of writing, art, music and all sorts of creative ways.
~ Charles Ridley, member of the Board of Directors of
MAD DADS, stated a new board of directors is being planned and
they will be introduced to the Commission and the City soon.
They plan to continue to work in conjunction with Community
Improvement to stimulate the involvement of those persons who
have lived in the City for a long time and teach them how to
become a part of the change that is so exciting for the City of
Delray Beach. They will continue to be the bridge that provides
services for area opportunity, continue to be visible and to
make efforts to make a difference. They would like the City to
continue their efforts of leadership.
Mr. Ridley continued by expressing concern about the
African-American community of children because they are carrying
the heaviest burden of the busing situation, getting up at 6:00
A.M. to be bused into cities they are uncomfortable in and do
not feel a part of, but are asked to participate in the process.
He requested that the Commission start by speaking on their
behalf and start looking at some other alternatives by which
they can become a part of this community and know that they have
City leadership and support in rectifying what may be viewed as
an oversight by others.
Mayor Lynch stated staff will be meeting with the
School Board in February and one of the issues being discussed
will be Project Mosaic, which talks about supporting and
building inter-city schools. In return, Mayor Lynch requested
that Mr. Ridley assist staff in getting rid of the crack houses.
~ Lucius Simmons, resident, commented that there needs
to be some control over the youth that are running wild in the
area of Delray Shores.
Mr. Simmons stated that it is his understanding that
Lake Ida Road is to be widened, so he sees no need to plant
trees on both sides of the road as they will be destroyed or at
least moved back in order to accommodate that widening.
Mayor Lynch noted that there is now a Police
substation in Delray Shores and there should be more activity
and visibility by the Police in the Delray Shores area.
Mayor Lynch commented that secondly, if plantings are
put in on Lake Ida Road between Congress Avenue and Military
Trail, they will be set back far enough that they will not be
destroyed when the widening occurs.
~. Dudley Remus. resident, commented that, while he is
proud ·of how the City has improved the appearance of West
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Atlantic A venue, - he noted that there are many other streets
within the City that could use some work. Some of the drainage
is impossible and has been that way for as long as he can
remember. He questioned why these areas are not looked into.
He feels if Delray is to be an All America City, it cannot be
just All America Atlantic Avenue or All America Lake Ida Road or
Linton Boulevard or 10th; there is 4th Street, 5th Street, 6th
Street, etc. , along with areas on the other side of the
Intracoastal Waterway that are in deep trouble. Everyone needs
to be encompassed.
Upon question by Mayor Lynch, William Greenwood,
Director of Environmental Services, confirmed that the problems
in these areas are to be corrected under the Storm Water Master
Plan which has not been totally adopted as yet.
ll.... Ken Schulte. 305 S.E. 7th Avenue, stated the problem
in his neighborhood, which is part of the Marina Historical
District, is that a lot of motorists bypass the signal lights on
Federal Highway and use 7th Avenue as a shortcut. There is also
a 7-Eleven convenience store located on 4 th A venue which is a
constant high traffic situation; car dealerships are located
nearby and the residents on S.E. 7th Avenue are subjected to
numerous test drives. There are a number of families with small
children moving into the area and he is sure everyone can
understand the problem all these activities present. Since this
is a very beautiful historic district with mature vegetation,
there are a large number of people strolling, roller skaters and
couples exercising. He questioned if it is possible to block
off the street at 4th Avenue, or possibly work out another
solution that will alleviate this problem. It may not only
enhance the quality of life for the residents but may even
increase the property value.
Mayor Lynch questioned who would be directing an
answer, to which Lula Butler responded it is primarily a
Planning problem, but she will be happy to have her department
work closely with them and try to resolve the situation with the
representatives of the historic district.
.u........ Al Williams, 734 E. Chatelaine Boulevard, questioned
what assistance can be given to the Haitian population now
residing in Delray Beach with regard to permanent citizen status
in order to help them feel they are a part of the community.
Mr. Williams also questioned how Hurricane Andrew
impacted the current building codes for new construction and
existing homes. Also, if existing homes are affected, if there
are grants available to upgrade those homes to meet the new
codes in the event of a disaster to offset the amount of loss
experienced by those persons who were in Andrew's path.
Mayor Lynch responded to the first question by stating
that nearly two (2 ) years ago the Commission met with the
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Haitian leaders -and readily realized there was a definite
communication problem. Since then there has been a concentrated
effort on the part of the City to improve communication so the
new people who come into the community are made aware of what is
expected of them and for the City to learn their needs and,
hopefully, address them. As far as the citizenship aspect,
Daniella Henry is in charge of helping those persons obtain
citizenship status. She works independently, but gets the
assistance of the City when necessary and everyone works very
well as a team.
Mr. Randolph commented that these people have
reservations and feel that the City is trying to get rid of them
during the process. Under the program Ms. Butler has initiated,
it is hoped that as they become better educated regarding the
citizenship status, they will better understand what is expected
of them should they become a legal member of the community and
what the City will do for them.
In response to the question concerning building codes,
Jerry Sanzone, Chief Building Official, stated the committees
are still studying the effects of Hurricane Andrew and will be
recommending a proposal to the State, as well as Palm Beach
County, regarding code changes. The City plans to go with the
recommendations of having a complete document that will address
the issues for retrofit as well as new construction. These are
in the final stages with the Building Code Advisory Board for
Palm Beach County, as well as the State. Upon question as to
the time frame, Mr. Sanzone responded that they are planning to
submit their recommendations by June 1, 1994.
1h Freda Weinberg. 15234 Lakes of Delray Boulevard,
stated she came to Delray three (3) years ago. One year ago she
was before the Commission explaining that she would teach anyone
how to use the Peach Computer regardless of their ability to
pay. The City does not have enough traffic to sustain a
business such as hers, so she found herself in the Atlantic
Gardens substation. One of the computers is now located in
Delray Estates and there is potential for more. Starting next
Tuesday, Frances Carter, who runs a non-profit after school
tutoring program will come to the Atlantic Gardens substation
and begin an after school tutoring program. She will be
bringing her paying students in exchange for being able to use
the facility. Again, there will be no fee charge for anyone who
walks through the door. Wi th the support of the City, Ms .
Weinberg would love to reopen Peach Computer on the Avenue. In
exchange, she will take the young men off the street, train
them, hire them and give them the opportunity that private
business in this area will not give them. She would like to
continue working with Sgt. Ross Lacata of the Police Department.
She stated if the Commission will accept Ross Lacata as her
representative, she will continue to do everything within her
power to make this dream come true.
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Mayor Lynch stated the Commission does not assign an
officer, but they will ask for Chief Overman's recommendation.
.l.L.. Carol Clark, expressed concern with Lake Ida Road and
the condition of the cloverleafs coming off I-95 into Delray.
She feels the entrances to the All America City should be very
presentable with good lighting and landscaping, especially in
the area of Lake Ida Road.
Mayor Lynch responded by stating that the area
mentioned is under County jurisdiction at this time but, when
the widening project commences this summer, the City will be
widening from Swinton Avenue to Second and there will be a
beautification of the area by the City.
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mr AGENDA
1993
PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH
Meeting Date: January 18, 1994
Type of Meeting: Special Worksession
Location: Crest Auditorium at Old School Square
Time: 7:00 P.M.
The discussion of items on this agenda is advisory. The Board
is not authorized to take any formal action at this work session
meeting. The Board may take action only at a duly noticed
regular meeting at which time a full and written report stating
the item to be acted upon and the basis for action is made of
record. There are no Minutes made or provided for a work
I session agenda; however, a tape is made and retained of the Ii I
proceedings and discussion.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. FUTURE & TENTATIVE PLANNING & ZONING BOARD CONSIDERATIONS
* Annual Report Presentation by the Planning & Zoning
Board to the City Commission; along, with
Presentations by the City Administration and, Perhaps,
Other Boards.
I I I. ADJOURN
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POSTED ON: JANUARY 11, 1994