01-11-94 JANUARY 11, 1994
A Regular Meeting of the City Commission of the City of
Delray Beach, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Thomas E.
Lynch in the Commission Chambers at City Hall at 6:05 P.M.,
Tuesday, January 11, 1994.
1. Roll call showed:
Present - Commissioner Jay Alperin
Commissioner Ken Ellingsworth
Commissioner David Randolph
Commissioner Barbara Smith
Mayor Thomas E. Lynch
Absent - None
Also present were - City Manager David T. Harden and
City Attorney Susan A. Ruby
2. The opening prayer was delivered by Reverend Richard
Evans, Abbey Delray South.
3. The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United
States of America was given.
4. Agenda Approval.
Dr. Alperin requested that Item 8.B. be removed from
the Consent Agenda and placed on the Regular Agenda as Item No.
9.A.A.; Mr. Randolph,requested that Item 8.Q.4 on the Consent
Agenda be moved to the Regular Agenda as Item No. 9.A.A.A.
Mr. Ellingsworth moved approval of the Agenda, as
amended, seconded by Mrs. Smith. Upon roll call the Commission
voted as follows: Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr.
Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes. Said
motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
5. Approval of Minutes:
Dr. Alperin moved approval of the minutes of the Regu-
lar Meetings of December 7 and December 14, 1993, seconded by Mr.
Ellingsworth. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows:
.Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes;
Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5
to 0 vote.
6. Proclamations:
6.Ao Mayor Lynch read and presented a proclamation proclaim-
ing January 17, 1994 as Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Spencer
Pompey, Lillie Strainge and Pam Kovacs came forward to accept the
proclamation.
6,B, . Mayor Lynch presented a .proclamation proclaiming the
period of January 24 - January 28, 1994, as Teller Appreciation
Week, in recognition of the dedicated service provided by tellers
of financial institutions.
7. Presentations:
7.A, David Kovacs, Planning Director, referred to the Exhib-
it Board and advised that this is the advertisement that appeared
in the Delray Beach News today announcing the City's Second
Annual Town Hall and Report Meeting. The purpose of the meeting
is to raise the level of awareness to the citizens of Delray
Beach, updating them with the business of the City; informed
citizens can present much better comments and more constructive
criticism. The public then has an opportunity to bring their
concerns before the City Commission and the Administration.
Another purpose is to keep the Administration and the City Com-
mission in tune with the citizens of the City. This Annual Town
Hall Meeting and Annual Report'Presentation will be held at 7:00
P.M. on January 18, 1994, in the Crest Theater at Old School
Square. Mr. Kovacs then gave a brief outline of the agenda.
MaYor Lynch stated he hasla conflict with the..date and
he would also like to invite Palm Beach County Commissioners
McCarty and Aaronson, along with a representative from the School
Board and the CRA. He further stated he feels the City Manager
should be present; however, he will be out of town on that date.
The consensus of the Commission was to proceed with the
meeting as scheduled.
Mr. Randolph stated he would like to have Commissioner
Maude Ford Lee present, as she represents this area. He also
expressed concern regarding the current status of the Tri-Rail
and bus feeder system and asked if someone could be contacted to
be present to answer questions, should the subject arise.
The City Manager state Chief Koen is present tonight
and would like to explain the change in the Fire Service Rating.
Kerry Koen, Fire Chief, stated last week notice was
received that the Insurance Services Office in Jacksonville,
Florida, has updated their files on Delray Beach based on the
most recent, improvements that have been made and has awarded the
City a. Class 2 Public Protection Class. The significance.is that
this is awarded to only ten (10) cities in the State of Florida
and there are only three (3) in the state that have a better
rating than that of Delray. He feels this speaks well for the
staff of the City and the fact that the decisions made have been
wise ones in the area of planning for services that need to be
provided to the City.
The City Manager stated one of the extraordinary things
about this, and he feels this is due largely to Chief Koen's
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initiative and work, is that it usually takes a great deal of
money to move from a Class 3 to a Class 2. This came about
because of the City's contract with Highland Beach and the fact
that the Insurance Service Office does not require that station
to minimally serve our area, so it provides additional manpower
and equipment to meet the needs of the total service area. As a
result the City was able to achieve a Class 2 rating and make
money in the process.
The following items were considered by the Commission
as the Consent Agenda:
8. Consent Agenda: City Manager recommends approval.
8.A. WAIVER OF TENNIS CENTER RENTAL FEE/OLD SCHOOL SOUARE:
Approve a request from Old School Square to waive the rental fee
of $1,900.00 for use of the Tennis Center on December 17, 1993,
during the "All-America" Holiday Weekend/Concert.
MOVED TO REGULAR AGENDA AS ITEM
8.C. APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR SWAT TEAM EOUIPMENT:
Approve the appropriation of $17,000.00 from the Federal Forfei-
ture Assets Fund (Account No. 115-2112-521-49.90) for the pur-
chase of SWAT Team equipment.
8.D, APPOINTMENT OF OUTSIDE C0UN$~L: Approve appointment of
Kent Pratt as outside counsel to represent both the City and
Officer Brochu in the case Kirk Cook v. City and Officer Richard
Brochu.
8.E. TEMPORARY USE AGREEMENTS/PARKING FOR VIRGINIA SLIMS
TENNIS TOURNAMENT; Approve Temporary Use Agreements with Greater
Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church and Cason Methodist Church
for parking during the Virginia Slims Tennis Tournament.
8,F. RESOLUTION NO, 1-94: A resolution expressing strong
opposition to any changes to the Enclaves Annexation legislation
that was passed and adopted at the 1993 Legislative Session as
part of the ELMS Committee package.
The caption of Resolution No. 1-94 is as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, EXPRESSING ITS
STRONG OPPOSITION TO ANY LEGISLATION PROPOSED
WHICH WOULD SUBSTANTIALLY INVALIDATE THE
RECENT LEGISLATION ADOPTED IN 1993 AND CODI-
FIED AS SECTIONS 171.0413 AND 171.062, FLORI-
DA ~TATUTE$, WHICH PROVIDES A MECHANISM TO
EXPEDITE THE ANNEXATION OF ENCLAVES; URGING
ALL LOCAL GOVERNMENTS IN PALM BEACH COUNTY TO
JOIN IN THIS OPPOSITION AND TO CONTACT THEIR
REPRESENTATIVES AND SENATORS TO EXPRESS THEIR
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OPPOSITION TO ANY SUCH LEGISLATION; PROVIDING
THAT THIS RESOLUTION SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO
THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF PALM
BEACH COUNTY, TO EACH MEMBER OF THE PALM
BEACH COUNTY LEGISLATIVE DELEGATION, TO THE
STATE HOUSE COMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY AFFAIRS,
TO THE STATE SENATE COMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY
AFFAIRS, AND TO OTHER HOUSE AND SENATE COM-
MITTEES THAT MAY BE ASSIGNED TO REVIEW THIS
PROPOSED LEGILATION FROM TIME TO TIME; PRO-
VIDE AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOS-
ES. DATE AND FOR A DUE DATE AND INTEREST ON
ASSESSMENTS; PROVIDING FOR THE RECORDING OF
THIS RESOLUTION, AND DECLARING SAID LEVY TO
BE A LIEN UPON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY FOR
UNPAID ASSESSMENTS.
(Copy of Resolution No. 1-94 is on file in the official
Resolution Book)
8,G, RESOLUTION NO. 2-94: A resolution assessing costs for
abatement action required to remove nuisances on five (5) proper-
ties throughout the city.
The caption of Resolution No. 2-94 is as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO
CHAPTER 100 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, ASSESSING COSTS FOR
ABATING NUISANCES UPON CERTAIN LAND(S) LOCAT-
ED WITHIN THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH AND PRO-
VIDING THAT A NOTICE OF LIEN SHALL ACCOMPANY
THE NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT; SETTING OUT ACTUAL
COSTS INCURRED BY THE CITY TO ACCOMPLISH SUCH
ABATEMENT AND LEVYING THE COST OF SUCH ABATE-
MENT OF NUISANCES; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE AND FOR A DUE DATE AND INTEREST ON
ASSESSMENTS; PROVIDING FOR THE RECORDING OF
THIS RESOLUTION, AND DECLARING SAID LEVY TO
BE A LIEN UPON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY FOR
UNPAID ASSESSMENTS.
(Copy of Resolution No. 2-94 is on file in the official
Resolution Book)
RESOLUTION NQ, 4-941 A resolution assessing costs for
abatement action required to remove nuisances on ten
(10) properties throughout the city.
The caption of Resolution No. 4-94 is as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO
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CHAPTER 100 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, ASSESSING COSTS FOR
ABATING NUISANCES UPON CERTAIN LAND(S) LOCAT-
ED WITHIN THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH AND PRO-
VIDING THAT A NOTICE OP LIEN SHALL ACCOMPANY
THE NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT; SETTING OUT ACTUAL
COSTS INCURRED BY THE CITY TO ACCOMPLISH SUCH
ABATEMENT AND LEVYING THE COST OF SUCH ABATE-
MENT OF NUISANCES; PROVIDING FOR AN EFPECTIVE
DATE AND FOR A DUE DATE AND INTEREST ON
ASSESSMENTS; PROVIDING FOR THE RECORDING OF
THIS RESOLUTION, AND DECLARING SAID LEVY TO
BE A LIEN UPON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY FOR
UNPAID ASSESSMENTS.
(Copy of Resolution No. 4-94 is on file in the official
Resolution Book)
8.I, RESOLUTION NO, ~-94~ A resolution authorizing the
Community Redevelopment Agency to acquire Lot 11 and the North 15
feet of Lot 12, Block 29, ~esubdivision of Blocks 29 and 37,
Delray Beach, to be used as a parking lot in the Peach Umbrella
project.
The caption of Resolution No. 3-94 is as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING
THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY AS
HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED BY THE DELRAY BEACH
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BY GIFT,
PURCHASE OR EMINENT DOMAIN; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
(Copy of Resolution No. 3-94 is on file in the official
Resolution Book)
8,J, RESOLUTION NO. ~-94: A resolution authorizing the
Community Redevelopment Agency to acquire Lot 12 (less the North
15 feet thereof) and Lot 13, Block 29, Resubdivision of Blocks 29
and 37, Delray Beach, to be used as a parking lot in the Peach
Umbrella project.
The caption of Resolution No. 5-94 is as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING
THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY AS
HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED BY THE DELRAY BEACH
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BY GIFT,
PURCHASE OR EMINENT DOMAIN; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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(Copy of Resolution No. 5-94 is on file in the official
Resolution Book)
8.K. RESOLUTION NO. 6-94; A resolution authorizing the
Community Redevelopment Agency to acquire the South 30 feet of
Lot 6, Block 28, Town of Linton (Delray), to be used as a parking
lot in the Peach Umbrella project.
The caption of Resolution No. 6-94 is as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING
THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY AS
HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED BY THE DELRAY BEACH
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BY GIFT,
PURCHASE OR EMINENT DOMAIN; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
(Copy of Resolution No. 6-94 is on file in the official
Resolution Book)
8.L. CHANGE ORDER NO, $ AND REQUEST FOR FINAL PAYMENT-MERE-
DITH ASSOCIATES, LTD.: Approve Change Order No. 3/Final in the
amount of $5,723.00 and final payment in the amount of $42,885.10
to Meredith Associates, Ltd. for the Wellfield Rehabilitation,
Abandonment, Flowmeter and Monitor Well Installation project,
with funding from 1991 Water and Sewer Bond Construction - Build-
ing (Account No. 447-5171-536-60.31).
$.M. CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 AND REOUEST FOR FINAL PAYMENT/
JOHNSON-DAVIS. INC.: Approve a deduct change order in the amount
of $781.24 and a request for final payment in the amount of
$16,125.96 from Johnson-Davis, Inc. for the West Atlantic Avenue
Sewer Main Extension Project, with funding from Water and Sewer
Renewal and Replacement - Manhole Rehabilitation (Account No.
442-5178-536-61.84).
~,N, REOUEST FOR FINAL PAYMENT/LAWSON. NOBLE & ASSOCIATES.
INC.: Approve a request for final payment in the amount of
82,945.80 from Lawson, Noble & Associates, Inc. for the design of
the Street Reconstruction and Utility Improvements Project, with
funding from Decade of Excellence Bond Issue Phase I - Street
Reconstruction (Account No. 225-3162-541- 61.17).
8,0. POLICY APPROVAL/CITY ACCEPTANCE OF PRIVATE STREETS AND
DRAINAGE: Approve the proposed policy regarding City acceptance
of private streets and drainage.
D.P. SETTLEMENT OFFER/MUTUAL FIRE: Reject an offer of
settlement in the amount of $5,000.00 from Mutual Fire & Marine
in the matter of the City vs. Agricultural Insurance, et al
(Aero-Dri).
8,Q, AWARD OF BIDS AND CONTRACTS:
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1. Contract award - Southwest Street Improvements -
Phase I - Asphalt Construction of Palm Beach in the
amount of $613,341, for reconstructing S.W. 2nd Ave.,
S.W. 8th Street, S.W. 9th Street, SoW. 4th Ave. and
S.W. llth Ave. Funding sources for the project are:
Paving and Drainage Account Numbers 228-3162-541-61.19
$473,029, 225-3162-541-61.17 $38,578.00,
334-3162-541-61.92 $10,267.00, 228-3162-541-61.92
$27,733.00; Water Utilities Account No.
442-5178-536-61.78 $63,734.00. Also approve attached
Budget Transfer which transfers out of Sanitation Fund
to fund General Construction Fund portion in the amount
of $10,267.00.
2. Contract award - Johnson-Davis, Inc. in the amount
of $88,114.00 for construction for the S.W. 7th Avenue
Roadway and Utility Construction Project, including
improvements to water, sewer and drainage utilities.
Funding sources: Paving and Drainage
334-3162-541-63.10 $35,169.00; Water Utilities
442-5178-536-61.78 for $25,425.00; Sewer Utilities
442-5178-536-61.84 $27,520.00.
3. Contract award - Lake Shore Drive Bulkhead
placement to BK Marine Construction, Inc., in the
amount of $32,023.00. This project consists of recon-
structing the seawall on Lake Shore Drive which par-
tially collapsed about eight months ago. Funding
source is from Storm Water Utilities Account No.
448-5461-538-62.25.
4. MOVED TO REGULAR AGENDA AS ITEM 9.A.A.A.
5. Contract award - Pipe Fittings and Accessories -
Annual Contract with various vendors - Estimated Cost
of $90,409.62 from the following funding sources:
Water Meter Replacement 442-5178-536- 61.81 $31,289;
General Operating Supplies 441-5123-536-52.20 $34,558,
441-5141- 536-52.20 $30,112, 441-5143-536-52.20
$10,457, 441-5144-536- 52.20 $13,295; Irrigation
Maintenance 001-4131-572-46.45 $11,430,
001-4511-572-46.45 $541, General Operating
119-4144-572- 52.20 $1,000.
6. Rental Agreements for Tennis Tournament -
Diamonette Party Rental for tents, tables, chairs,
etc., in the amount of $19,130 funded from the Tennis
Center Rentals and Leases account #001-4124- 572-44.90;
and Waste Management Crowd Pleasers in the amount of
$10,500 funded from the Tennis Center Waste Collection
account #001-4124-572-43.30.
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7. Contract award - Fabrication Plus, Inc. - in the
amount of $24,084 for architectural fencing at the
Delray Beach Tennis Center - Phase II. Funding for
this work is available under the General Construction
Fund, Tennis Center/Stadium Phase II Account
#334-4145-572-63.42.
Mr. Ellingsworth moved approval of the Consent Agenda,
as amended, seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the Commis-
sion voted as follows: Mr. Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph -
Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes.
Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9. Regular Agenda.
9.A.A.(8.B.) MEDICAL DIRECTOR AGREEMENT; Approve the Medical
Director Agreement between the City and Randall L. Wolff, M.D.,
at a total annual contract price of $24,000 and for a term ending
on September 30, 1995, with funding from General Fund Fire Opera-
tions - Professional Services (Account No. 001-2315- 526-31.90)
in the amount of $22,000 and Parks and Recreation Tennis Center -
Professional Services (Account No. 001- 4124-572-31.90) in the
amount of $2,000.
Dr. Alperin stated he would like to see a breakdown of
the selection for Medical Director, as there are different rates
that have been bid for City coverage and the basic recommendation
was for one of the highest. He does not understand how the
points are arrived at.
Chief Koen stated there was an interview panel of five
(5) paramedics consisting of three (3) paramedic officers and two
(2) field medics who were given a scoring matrix that gave them
specific narrative guidelines as to how they should rate, based
on the answers received. Everyone was asked the same questions
and they were charged with the application of the scoring matrix
to each of the answers. This was done independently and the
tabulations occurred after all the interviews were completed and
the summary of those scores is as seen in the backup.
Chief Koen commented further that the gentleman being
recommended is a resident of Delray Beach and a medical director
for three other communities. The points helped him in making a
recommendation to the administration, in addition to the fact
that these are looked at as to what is available in terms of
hours. Therefore, it is a combination of points, fee structure,
work history and experience.
Mr. Randolph moved approval of hiring Dr. Randall L.
Wolff at a total annual contract of $24,000, seconded by Mrs.
Smith. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mr.
Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin
- No; Mr. Ellingsworth - Yes. Said motion passed with a 4 to 1
vote.
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9.A,A.A.(8.Q.4.) Purchase award via GSA Contract - One Risograph
RC6300 Digital Duplicator in the amount of $17,702;
funding to come from eleven (11) departmental
Printing and Binding accounts and/or Office Supply
accounts. Detail account numbers provided in
accompanying backup.
Mr. Randolph stated he wanted this item removed from
the Consent Agenda because he has concerns regarding this piece
of equipment and the fact that it will prevent the City from
going to any of the commercial facilities for printing needs.
Assistant City Manager Barcinski responded there are
many jobs remaining that the City cannot do on this machine; for
example, the newsletter, scorecards for the golf course and
recreation brochures from Parks and Recreation. It is his feel-
ing that the savings that will be generated with this machine
will pay for itself in less than two years.
Upon question by Mr. Randolph regarding operation of
the machine, Mr. Barcinski responded that a trainer will be
obtained and one prime operator will be assigned. The prime
departmental users should train one person so they will be able
to do their own work.
Mr. Randolph moved approval of the GSA contract, see-
onded by Mr. Ellingsworth. Upon roll call the Commission voted
as follows: Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin -
Yes; Mr. Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes. Said motion
passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9.A. REVIEW OF APPEALABLE LAND DEVELOPMENT ACTIONS OF VARI-
OUS BOARDS: Consider accepting the actions and decisions made by
the Planning and Zoning Board and the Site Plan Review and Ap-
pearance Board during the period December 13, 1993 through Janu-
ary 7, 1994.
Dr. Alperin moved to receive and file this report,
seconded by Mr. Ellingsworth. Upon roll call the Commission
voted as follows: Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr.
Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes. Said
motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9.B. WATER SERVICE AGREEMENT/MAHADY: Consider approving a
water service agreement for the Mahady property located on North
Federal Highway.
Mr. Kovacs stated that the City uses water service
agreements as a method of obtaining a "voluntary annexation" in
order to have efficient annexation of properties. Mr. Mahady had
proceeded through the County Building Department and obtained
several variances, so his development project would not meet the
City's Code requirements. As a result, accepting a water service
agreement with the annexation and postponing the annexation until
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a Certificate of Occupancy is issued, would not be an unusual
action for the City to take. However, Mr. Mahady does not wish
to have the annexation clause as a part of his petition. As a
result, a policy decision is presented to the Commission to
either grant the water service without annexation or possibly
make this a one-time issue.
He further advised that the City Manager, the City
Attorney and himself went to the County Health Units office to
discuss their processing procedure and the basis on which they
make determinations as to when water is or is not available,
whether they would or would not grant a permit. In a final
analysis, it was determined that the City could pursue in that
manner if they felt a substantial issue was needed.
Mr. Kovacs further commented that there is now a ques-
tion as to whether the City should pursue clarification of the
issues and technical requirements that created this situation
with Mr. Mahady. One way of pursuit is to petition the Environ-
mental Appeals Board for a hearing in which the City presents its
position and why annexation and water service agreements are
appropriate and why the Board should be interpreting their code a
bit differently. Another approach would be to go to the Board of
County Commissioners and have them write legislation into their
unified development code. If no direction is given by the City
Commission, the City will stay with the rules as they are today.
The City Manager recommended that Mr. Mahady be given
the relief he is requesting; however, he does not feel the water
service agreement should be issued without the annexation provi-
sion and to pursue it as far as the Environment Appeals Board.
Should the City not be successful at that point, the agreement
would probably be issued.
Mr. Ellingsworth moved approval of option two, which
would be to seek the annexation agreement effective on issuance
of the Certificate of Occupancy, seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon
roll call the Commission voted as follows: Dr.. Alperin - Yes;
Mr. Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes;
Mrs. Smith - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9.C. PROPOSED WASTEWATER REUSE PROJECT: Consider Planning
and Zoning Board's findings and recommendations regarding ratifi-
cation of the SCRWTD Board action pertaining to the wastewater
reuse program.
The City Manager pointed out that his recommendation
differs from that of the Planning and Zoning Board, i.e., that
the approval of the construction component would be predicated
upon an acceptable financing program which will not result in an
increase in the municipal sewer utility rate. He recommends that
it be predicated on the acceptable financing program that would
minimize, if not eliminate, any increase in the sewer rate. He
feels it would be a mistake to bind the City by putting language
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in the Comprehensive Plan that says the City will not increase
rates.
Mr. Ellingsworth moved approval of the recommendation
made by the City Manager, seconded by Mrs. Smith. Upon roll call
the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr.
Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin
- Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9,Do RESQLUTION NQ, 107-93/INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH PALM
BEACH COUNTY: Consider Resolution No. 107-93 which authorizes
the execution of an Interlocal Agreement with Palm Beach County
to provide for the annexation of enclaves pursuant to Section
171.046, Florida Statutes, and which authorizes the Mayor to
approve minor modifications to the Agreement as may be required
by the Board of County Commissioners. City Manager recommends
approval.
The City Manager presented Resolution No. 107-93:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH,
FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH PALM BEACH COUNTY
PROVIDING FOR THE ANNEXATION OF ENCLAVES
PURSUANT TO SECTION 171.046, FLORIDA STAT-
UTES.
(Copy of Resolution No. 107-93 is on file in the offi-
cial Resolution Book)
Mr. Kovacs stated this is the third time this item has
been on the agenda and he gave a brief explanation of the proper-
ties involved. He advised that the Swap Shop is not a part of
the Interlocal Agreement before the Commission at this time.
From a timing point of view, the process would be for the Commis-
sion to approve this and the Board of County Commissioners would
then be petitioned to place this item on their agenda, which
would probably take from four to eight weeks.
Mr. Kovacs commented that, in the meantime the actual
aannexation ordinance would be presented to the City Commission
and notice would be given to the property owners of the Public
Hearings. The Interlocal Agreement would then be tied in to the
effective date of the City annexation ordinance. Notice would
also be given to the owners of record as to the time of the
meeting of the Board of County Commission deliberation.
Mayor Lynch stated that these property owners feel they
should have had an opportunity to discuss this, and to his knowl-
edge, this did not happen.
The City Manager commented that the City should have
recognized at the onset that the property owners had a legitimate
concern and they should have been contacted. A meeting has been
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scheduled this Thursday to begin exploring their concerns and to
try and answer their questions.
Mayor Lynch stated he would allow any of the affected
property owners to comment at this time.
M~rilyn Carr, a property owner on North Federal High-
way, stated that to her knowledge no request was ever received
for water hookup from the City. For approximately ten years the
City of Delray has tried to annex these properties and not one
Commissioner ever attended their property owner pack meetings.
She questioned if it behooves the City to continue in this manner
without allowing public input. These property owners have ques-
tions for which they need answers.
Stanley Milosky, 610 Allen Avenue, came forward to
speak on this item and Mayor Lynch announced that this is not a
Public Hearing and only those persons who are directly affected
will be allowed to speak.
Mayor Lynch declared a recess, the time being 6:50
P.M.; the meeting reconvened at 6:55 P.M.
Dr. Alperin moved for the adoption of Resolution No.
107-93, seconded by Mrs. Smith. Upon roll call the Commission
voted as follows: Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mrs.
Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Ellingsworth - Yes. Said
motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
At this point, the time being 7:00 P.M., the Commission
moved to the duly advertised Public Hearings portion of the
agenda.
10. Public Hearings:
10.A. ORDINANCE NO. 83-93: An ordinance amending Section
4.4.24, "Old School Square Historic Arts District", Subsection
(G), "Supplemental District Regulations", of the Land Development
Regulations to provide for a parking requirement of six (6)
parking spaces per 1,000 square feet of restaurant floor area.
Parking Management Team and Planning and Zoning Board recommend
approval. Prior to consideration of passage of this ordinance on
Second and FINAL Reading, a public hearing has been scheduled to
be held at this time.
The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 83-93:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING,
CHAPTER 4, "ZONING REGULATIONS" OF THE LAND
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS OF THE CODE OF ORDI-
NANCES OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA,
BY AMENDING SECTION 4.4.24, "OLD SCHOOL
SQUARE HISTORIC ARTS DISTRICT" PARAGRAPH G
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"SUPPLEMENTAL DISTRICT REGULATIONS", TO
PROVIDE FOR A PARKING REQUIREMENT OF 6 PARK-
ING SPACES PER ONE THOUSAND SQUARE FEET OF
RESTAURANT FLOOR AREA; PROVIDING A SAVING
CLAUSE, A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE, AND AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 83-93 is on file in the official
Ordinance Book)
The City Attorney read the caption of the ordinance. A
public hearing was held having been legally advertised in compli-
ance with the laws of the State of Florida and the Charter of the
City of Delray Beach, Florida. The public hearing was closed.
Mr. Ellingsworth moved for the adoption of Ordinance
No. 83-93 on Second and FINAL Reading, seconded by Mr. Randolph.
Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mayor Lynch -
Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Ellingsworth - Yes;
Mr. Randolph - Yes.; Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
11, Comments and Inquiries on Non-Agenda Items from the
Public - Immediately following Public Hearings.
ll.A. City Manager's response to prior public comments and
inquiries.
The City Manager stated there were no public comments
or inquiries at the last meeting.
ll.B, From the Public.
ll.B.1. Arthur Jackel, Chairman, United Property Owners, stated
there are many citizens who are concerned about the beautifica-
tion of Lake Ida Road and he is hoping for some answers within
two weeks.
Mr. Jackel expressed concern about the status of the
commercial building on Lake Ida Road as he feels it should be
razed.
Mr. Jackel suggested that the Commission add the pluses
and minuses of the CRA and define their value to the City.
Perhaps the City's evaluation can be explained at the Town Hall
Meeting.
Mr. Jackel reiterated his suggestion of a need for a
manager-promoter for the tennis complex. He realizes there may
be a great deal of money involved, but he feels there is a defi-
nite need.
ll.B.2. Richard Eckerle, resident, responded to Mr. Jackel's
concern regarding the commercial building on Lake Ida Road by
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advising that it has been before the Code Enforcement Board and
action was speeded up today.
ll.B.3. H~i~D CQopersmith, resident, commented that while
reviewing the Resource Recovery Facility, she learned that a
precedent was set wherein public opinion cannot be submitted as
evidence. On the night of the public hearing on the Resource
Recovery Facility she questioned the City Attorney regarding this
legal statement. She also questioned if it is necessary for the
public to prove what is actually wrong with a particular project
as opposed to voicing people problems and opinions.
The City Manager stated the purpose of the public
hearing, in that case, is to learn the facts. In many public
hearings there are additional facts that appear that were not
previously taken into account. The mere fact that X number of
people have a certain opinion and other people have another
opinion, does not qualify as a basis on which the Commission
makes a decision. The decision must be based on fact.
The City Manager continued by using the Resource Recov-
ery Facility as an example and the concern about the noise; the
fact that 100 people think the noise is going to disturb them
cannot be the basis for a decision. If the noise is measured by
a decimal meter on a particular piece of equipment at different
locations, the information obtained from those measurements can
be used by the Commission in making a decision. If concerned
citizens do those kinds of things or similar facilities are
visited and it is seen that horrendous problems exist, this
information can be brought before the Commission. If it can be
shown that these kinds of facilities typically have these prob-
lems and the operator cannot demonstrate that his operation will
not have similar problems, then that may be a basis for the
Commission to deny the request.
Upon question by Mrs. Coopersmith if all public hear-
ings will be quasi-judicial meetings, the City Attorney responded
that this insures that the record made will be deemed competent
and substantial by the court; competent meaning the persons that
spoke at the hearing were sworn to tell the truth. There have
been a number of changes with the recent Supreme Court ruling
that has brought attention to the need to make sure the hearings
and records made are sufficient to stand up in Court.
11,.B.4, Sandra Almy questioned if the City is going to consider
the newsrack ordinance in the near future. The City Attorney
advised her that the newsrack ordinance has been adopted and is
in force. Lula Butler, Director of Community Development, stated
the ordinance is being enforced; however, upon adoption of the
ordinance, the City was divided into sections and the east sec-
tion has not been reached as of this date.
12. First Readings:
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12,A, ORDINANCE NO. 85-93: An ordinance amending Chapter 33,
"Police and Fire Departments", Subheading "Pensions", of the Code
of Ordinances of the City of Delray Beach, Florida, by creating
new Sections 33.685, "Deferred Retirement Option Plan"; Section
33.687, "Early Retirement Incentive"; and Section 33.689, "Re-
tirement Benefit Enhancement" If passed, public hearing January
25, 1994.
The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 85-93:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING
CHAPTER 33, "POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS",
SUBHEADING "PENSIONS", OF THE CODE OF ORDI-
NANCES OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA,
BY CREATING A NEW SECTION 33.685, "DEFERRED
RETIREMENT OPTION PLAN"; CREATING A NEW SEC-
TION 33.687, "EARLY RETIREMENT INCENTIVE";
CREATING A NEW SECTION 33.689, "RETIREMENT
BENEFIT ENHANCEMENT"; PROVIDING A VALIDITY
CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
The City Attorney read the caption of the ordinance.
Mr. Ellingsworth moved for the adoption of Ordinance
No. 85-93 on First Reading, seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll
call the Commission voted as follows: Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr.
Alperin - Yes; Mr. Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor
Lynch - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
12.B. QRDINANCE NO, 1-94~ An ordinance correcting the zoning
classification for a portion of the Public Works complex located
at the southeast corner of S.W. 4th Street and S.W. 4th Avenue
from R-IA (Single Family Residential) to CF (Community Facili-
ties). If passed, public hearing January 25, 1994. Planning and
Zoning Board unanimously recommends approval.
The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 1-94:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, ZONING AND
PLACING LAND PRESENTLY ZONED R-lA (SINGLE
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) DISTRICT IN CF (COMMUNITY
FACILITIES) DISTRICT; SAID LAND BEING LOCATED
AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION
OF S.W. 4TH STREET AND S.W. 4TH AVENUE; AND
AMENDING "ZONING MAP OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORI-
DA, 1993"; PROVIDING A GENERAL REPEALER
CLAUSE, A SAVING CLAUSE, AND AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
The City Attorney read the caption of the ordinance.
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Mr. Randolph moved for the adoption of Ordinance No.
1-94 on First Reading, seconded by Dr. Alperin. Upon roll call
the Commission voted as follows: Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr.
Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mrs.
Smith - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
12,C, ORDINANCE NO. 2-94: An ordinance rezoning a 1.75 acre
parcel of land located south of S.E. 4th Street, between the
F.E.C. Railroad and S.E. 1st Avenue, from GC (General Commercial)
to SAD (Special Activities District). If passed, public hearing
January 25, 1994. Planning and Zoning Board unanimously recom-
mends approval as an interim measure.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, ZONING AND
PLACING LAND WHICH IS PRESENTLY ZONED GC
(GENERAL COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT, IN SAD (SPE-
CIAL ACTIVITIES) DISTRICT, BEING A 1.75 ACRE
PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED SOUTH OF S.E. 4TH
STREET BETWEEN THE FEC RAILROAD AND S.E. 1ST
AVENUE AND AMENDING "ZONING MAP OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, 1993"; PROVIDING A SAVINGS
CLAUSE, A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE AND AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
The City Attorney read the caption of the ordinance.
Mrs. Smith moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 2-94
on First Reading, seconded by Mr. Ellingsworth. Upon roll call
the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr.
Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin
- Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9.E. AWARD OF CONTRACT/CHAPMAN, CQYLE, CHAPMAN: Consider
award of contract to Chapman, Coyle, Chapman in the amount of
$237,750 for architectural services associated with the Golf
Course Clubhouse project, with funding from 445-4763-572-31.30
Municipal Golf Course Clubhouse Architectural Services.
Assistant City Manager Barcinski stated staff has been
busy negotiating this contract. The original submittal came in
at $329,500 and the lower figure of $237,750 before you remains
somewhat higher than the amount for which staff felt it could be
obtained. Mr. Barcinski noted that part of the reason it remains
so high is due to the cost of out-of-town travel expense. This
travel estimate is based on the current airline but, should that
airline go out of business, he will no longer be able to control
that cost. This contract does not include the resident project
inspection fee but this can be done at a later date.
Mr. Barcinski continued his explanation of the cost per
square foot to construct the project, cost of the site plan work
and a reduction in the reimbursables.
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Mr. Ellingsworth questioned the fact that there seemed
to be no information on the renovation of the cart storage. Mr.
Barcinski responded that will come at the end of the development
stage and supposedly is included in the square foot cost.
Mr. Ellingsworth expressed concern in having a con-
struction company who is located at such a distance from Delray
and the extra costs involved because of that.
Mrs. Smith also expressed concern and indicated a local
company might allow the City better control of the project.
Dr. Alperin stated he is concerned about bottom line
numbers and questioned if this proposal for construction at $2.15
million includes his contract. Mr. Barcinski responded that it
does not include the contract. Dr. Alperin commented that it was
his understanding that the City made it very clear that the total
amount was not to exceed $2.2 million and the contractor respond-
ed that that would be no problem, so he is extremely disappointed
with the outcome.
The City Manager also expressed disappointment that the
City was being charged for travel, unlike other firms the City
has contracted with that do not follow this procedure.
Mayor Lynch stated that he feels the resident project
inspector should come from in-house and questioned if it would be
possible to accomplish this. The City Manager advised it is
quite possible that Jose Aguila, Assistant Construction Manager,
could take over this responsibility.
Upon question by Mr. Randolph as to the status of 'the
present clubhouse, Mr. Barcinski stated there has been no deci-
sion made about this to date. Dr. Alperin recalled asking each
applicant if this includes demolition and they all responded in
the affirmative.
Mayor Lynch suggested that a motion be made to either
turn down or accept the contract and, should it be turned down,
he would recommend that staff be directed to commence immediately
with the second bidder. If this warrants a Special Meeting, then
he feels it should be held promptly to avoid a time delay. If
the second bidder is not acceptable, then go to the third.
Mrs. Smith moved to direct staff to break off negotia-
tions and begin with the second-ranked firm, Digby Marsh and
Associates, seconded by Mr. Ellingsworth. Upon roll call the
Commission voted as follows: Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch -
Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Ellingsworth - Yes.
Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9.F. SERVICE AUTHORIZATION NO. 17/HAZEN AND SAWYER:
Consider a service authorization in the amount of $18,910 to the
contract with Hazen and Sawyer for consulting engineering servic-
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es for the Basin Drive rehabilitation and Nassau Street construc-
tion of stormwater pump stations, with funding from Stormwater
Utility Fund - Capital Outlay ($8,510 - Basin Drive - Account No.
448-5461-538-62.23; $10,400 - Nassau Street - Account No.
448-5461-538-62.29). City Manager recommends approval.
Mr. Randolph moved approval of Service Authorization
No. 17 with Hazen and Sawyer, seconded by Mrs. Smith. Upon roll
call the Commission voted as follows: Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mrs.
Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr.
Randolph - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9,~. SERVICE AUTHORIZATION NO. 7/DAVID MILLER & ASSOCIATES:
Consider a service authorization in an amount not to exceed
$23,000 to the contract with David Miller & Associates for archi-
tectural services associated with the renovation and expansion of
Fire Station No. 3; with funding from Decade of Excellence Bond
Issue Phase II - Fire Station No. 3 Renovations (Account No.
228-2311-522-61.59).
Mr. Ellingsworth moved approval of Service Authoriza-
tion No. 7 with David Miller & Associates, seconded by Randolph.
Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mrs. Smith -
Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph -
Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9,H, SERVICE AUTHORIZATION NO. 8/DAVID MILLER & ASSOCIATES:
Consider a Service Authorization in an amount not to exceed
$11,500 to the contract with David Miller & Associates for archi-
tectural services associated with the renovation and expansion of
Fire Station No. 4, with funding from Decade of Excellence Bond
Issue Phase II - Fire Station No. 4 Renovations (Account No.
Dr. Alperin moved approval of Service Authorization No.
8 with David Miller & Associates, seconded by Mrs. Smith. Upon
roll call the Commission voted as follows: Dr. Alperin - Yes;
Mr. Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes;
Mrs. Smith - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9.I, APPLICATION FOR ISTEA GRANT/EAST ATLANTIC AVENUE
BEAUTIFICATIQN PROJECT~ Consider applying for the Intermodel
Surface Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA) Grant and delaying
the East Atlantic Avenue Beautification Project until 1995.
Mr. Ellingsworth moved approval, seconded by Mr. Ran-
dolph. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mr.
Ellingsworth -Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mrs.
Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0
vote.
Before roll call the following discussion was had:
Mrs. Smith commented that 1995 will be the Centennial
year and the City is looking forward to an extravaganza on the
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beach. She questioned if there is money available at this time
to get a jump on some of the activities that will be taking place
on July 4th of that year. The City Manager stated there are
plans to start work on this project in April of 1995 shortly
after the Delray Affair and the money will not be available until
July 1st, 1995. It could conceivably be broken into two separate
projects, using some of the City revenue this year and that of
the Delray Affair next year, but it will cost more doing it in
that manner.
At this point the roll was called to the motion.
9.J. CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 AND REQUEST FOR FINAL PAYMENT/TIGER
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES. INC.: Consider a deduct change order in
the amount of $69,814.70 and a request for final payment in the
amount of $12,935.31 from Tiger Construction Services, Inc. for
Water and Sewer for Former Enclave Areas (Seacrest Subdivision,
Del-Raton Park and Homewood Park, Phase I), with funding from
1991 Revenue Bond Construction (Account No. 447-5175-536-60.31).
Mr. Randolph moved approval of Change Order No. 1 and
request for final payment to Tiger Construction Services, Inc.,
seconded by Mr. Ellingsworth. Upon roll call the Commission
voted as follows: Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mrs.
Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Ellingsworth - Yes. Said
motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9.K. CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 AND REOUEST FOR FINAL PAYMENT/TIGER
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES. INC.: Consider a change order in the
amount of $9,638.06 and a request for final payment in the amount
of $18,222.56 from Tiger Construction Services, Inc. for
Lakeshore Drive Lift Station and Sanitary Sewer project, with
funding from 1991 Water and Sewer Enclave Water/Sanitary Sewer
Phase II (Account No. 447-5175-536- 60.31).
Dr. Alperin moved approval of Change Order No. 1 and
request for final payment to Tiger Construction Services, Inc.,
seconded by Mrs. Smith. Upon roll call the Commission voted as
follows: Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes;
Mr. Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes. Said motion passed
with a 5 to 0 vote.
9,L, CHANGE ORDER NO. 1/SWINTON AVENUE BEAUTIFICATION:
Consider a Change Order to the contract with American Lighting
and Maintenance, Inc., to extend the completion date for Phase I
for 30 days to March 10, 1994. City Manager recommends approval.
Discussion followed with regard to the moving of the
houses which will commence on February 24, 1994, temporary stor-
age, the landscape delay, the time extension, costs involved and
decisions made by the CRA. The City Manager advised that several
locations were reviewed before a storage decision was made, but
it still remains costly, in addition to the exposure to vandal-
ism.
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Dr. Alperin moved approval of Change Order No. I and to
direct staff to seek payment from the CRA, seconded by Mr. Ran-
dolph. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mrs.
Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr.
Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5
to 0 vote.
9.M. APPOINTMENT TO THE ~QDE ENFQRCEMENT BOARD: Appoint an
alternate member to the Code Enforcement Board to fill the real
estate position to a term ending January 14, 1997.
Mayor Lynch stated he has reviewed a number of applica-
tions and plans to request input from members of the Board of
Realtors before making the appointment of an alternate member.
Mr. Ellingsworth moved to continue this item to the
meeting of January 25, 1994, seconded by Dr. Alperin. Upon roll
call the Commission voted as follows: Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr.
Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mrs.
Smith - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9.N. APPOINTMENT TO THE SITE PLAN REVIEW AND APPEARANCE
BOARD: Appoint a member (layperson position) to the Site Plan
Review and Appearance Board to fill an unexpired term ending
August 31, 1995.
Mayor Lynch stated his recommendation would be to
appoint Mark Little to fill the position of layperson to the Site
Plan Review and Appearance Board.
Mr. Randolph moved for the appointment of Mark Little
as a layperson to the Site Plan Review and Appearance Board,
seconded by Mrs. Smith. Upon roll call the Commission voted as
follows: Mr. Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch
- Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes. Said motion passed
with a 5 to 0 vote.
.13. Comments and Inquiries on Non-Agenda Items:
13.A.1. Mrs. Smith had no comments or inquiries.
13.A.2, Dr. Alperin had no comments or inquiries.
13.A.3. Mr. Ellingsworth had no comments or inquiries.
15.A,4. Mr. Randolph stated he received a letter of resignation
from Daisy Fulton who is leaving the Planning and Zoning Board
and it is his wish that a replacement be found quickly in order
to maintain the continuity of that Board.
Mr. Randolph commented that at 633 W. Atlantic Avenue a
leak was repaired at one of the water mains and in doing so, some
of the pavers were removed. The recent rains have eroded this
area and he would like it checked.
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13.A.5. Mayor Lynch stated a number of meetings have been held
recently on crime and what is to be done. Among some of the
supporting issues discussed by the Commission is a bill that
Representatives Klein and Hanson have introduced that he feels
the City should support. It is basically for the possession of
assault weapons, which has now become a felony, with some very
strict sentencing. It is his recommendation that the approach
taken by the City Commission several months ago at a Workshop
Meeting should be continued through the Municipal League and the
Florida League of Cities, etc.
Mayor Lynch commented that, while speaking with a mayor
from another nearby city, their ordinance has been changed to
require that Police and Fire Department employees reside in the
City in which they are employed in the future. He requested that
staff review the pros and cons of the legality of making this a
requirement and present it to the Commission at a future date.
Mayor Lynch questioned how the City of Boynton Beach
hopped over Gulfstream Boulevard and included property within
their City limits and if the City of Delray could also take in
property currently located outside the City's jurisdiction. The
City Manager responded that he suspects the City of Boynton Beach
was able to provide them with utility service and the City of
Delray could not.
i3.B,~. The City Attorney introduced Brian Shedd, a resident of
the City and announced that he will be the City's legal intern
until the middle of May. He is a law student at Nova University,
has a civil engineering background and everyone is well pleased
to have him as a member of the department.
13,C,1, The City Manager responded to a question by Mr. Ran-
dolph concerning the glare from the tennis lights by stating that
the City has been working with American Lighting and Maintenance,
Inc., and they have recommended installing shields. The City is
going to obtain a couple of shields and see how they work; in the
meantime a solution is still being sought.
The City Manager stated that Commissioner Smith had
brought to his attention a proposed mini bill from the House
Committee on Community Affairs which would allow cities and
counties to assess abutting property owners for maintenance of
private streets in unplatted subdivisions. The City has a few
situations of this nature and it is very difficult to arrange for
maintenance. He feels it would be beneficial for the City to
have Kathy Daley follow this and support it, as it would give the
City a tool to work with.
Mayor Lynch questioned the status of the review of the
City's involvement in providing ambulance service, similar to
that of the City of Boynton Beach. The City Manager advised it
is still being reviewed. The reason Boynton Beach was able to do
it so easily and with less expense was because they operate with
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only two fire stations, which is one reason they have a Class 4
or possibly a Class 5 fire rating. They are able to place three
firefighters on each vehicle, whereas the City of Delray places
two persons on each engine and two on each ALS vehicle. In order
for the City of Delray to participate in the transportation of
individuals, it would be necessary to hire additional persons in
order to staff those rescue vehicles with three people instead of
two.
13.D. There were no County and Municipal issues.
Mayor Lynch declared the meeting adjourned at 8:10 P.M.
:ci£y c erk
ATTEST-
The undersigned is the City Clerk of the City of Delray
Beach and that the information provided herein is the minutes of
the meeting of said City Commission of January 11, 1994, which
minutes were formally approved and adopted by the City Commission
on % /ruxz q / 99z/ ·
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