09-28-93 SEPTEMBER 28, 199$
A Regular Meeting of the City Commission of the City of
Delray Beach, Florida, was called to order by Vice-Mayor Ken
Ellingsworth in the Commission Chambers at City Hall at 6:03
P.M., Tuesday, September 28, 1993.
1. Roll call showed:
Present - Commissioner Jay Alperin
Commissioner Ken Ellingsworth
Commissioner David Randolph
Commissioner Barbara Smith
Absent - Mayor Thomas E. Lynch
Also present were - City Manager David T. Harden and
City Attorney Susan A.Ruby
The opening prayer was delivered by Reverend Ted Bush
of The First Presbyterian Church.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United
States of America was given.
4. Agenda approval. Vice Mayor Ellingsworth noted that
there were two changes to the agenda. Consent Agenda Item 8.Y
was amended to remove Amtrust and Barnett Bank from the CRA loan
program; and, an addition to the Regular Agenda, Item 9.K.
Dr. Alperin moved approval of the agenda, as amended,
seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the Commission voted as
follows: Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Vice-Mayor
Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes. Said motion passed with
a 4 to 0 vote.
5, Dr. Alperin moved approval of the Minutes of the Spe-
cial Meeting of September 7, 1993 and the Regular Meeting of
September 14, 1993, seconded by Mrs. Smith. Upon roll call the
Commission voted as follows: Dr. Alperin - Yes; Vice-Mayor
Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes. Said
motion passed with a 4 - 0 vote.
6. Proclamations:
6.A, Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth read and presented a proclama-
tion proclaiming the week of September 17, 1993 as Constitution
Week, commemorating the 206th anniversary of the signing of the
Constitution providing an historic opportunity for all Americans
to realize the achievements made during this period. Mrs. Alice
Byrnes, Regent Daughters of the American Revolution, came forward
to accept the proclamation.
6.B. Mr. Randolph read and presented a proclamation pro-
claiming the week of October 3 through October 30, 1993 as Red
Ribbon Week, urging a united effort of the community members to
demonstrate their commitment and support by a wearing a visible
statement (red ribbon).
6.C. Mrs. Smith noted that the City of Delray Beach recog-
nizes Chicken of the Sea for its leadership in sponsoring and
promoting SWOOPE (Students Watching Over Our Planet Earth) which
is an educational program and science awareness for students from
kindergarten through high school.
6.D. NatiQn~l Physical Therapy Month - Octo~Qr 1993. Dr.
Alperin read and presented a proclamation proclaiming the month
of October 1993 as National Physical Therapy month.
6.E. Heritage Month - October 1993. Mrs. Smith read and
presented a proclamation proclaiming the month of October 1993 as
Heritage Month, recognizing the community's ethnic diversity and
historic environment. Clay Wideman and Michael Weiner came
forward to accept the proclamation.
7, Presentations:
7.A, Government Finance Officers Association - Award O~
Financial Reportinq Achievement - Milena L. Walinski. Assistant
Finance Director
Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth stated that Ms. Walinski was
not able to be present tonight to accept the Award of Financial
Reporting Achievement. He noted that this is the highest award
presented by the Government Finance Officers Association for
those individuals instrumental in their government's annual
financial reports. Mr. Joe Safford, Finance Director, came
forward to accept the award for Ms. Walinski.
8. Consent Aqenda: City Manaqer recommends approval,
8.A, RESOLUTION NO. 84-93: A resolution recognizing and
commending James H. "Gunny" Thornton for 20 years of dedicated
service to the City of Delray Beach.
The caption of Resolution No. 84-93 is as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING
AND COMMENDING JAMES H. THORNTON FOR TWENTY
YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH.
(Copy of Resolution No. 84-93 is on file in the offi-
cial Resolution Book)
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8 B. RESQLUTION NO. 47-93/AGREEMENT WITH METROPOLITAN PLAN-
NING ORGANIZATION: A resolution authorizing the execution of an
interlocal.agreement by and between the local member entities as
named therein and the Florida Department of Transportation, for
the purpose of creating and establishing a Metropolitan Planning
Organization for the West Palm Beach urban study area.
The caption of Resolution No. 47-93 is as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING
THE EXECUTION OF AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BY
AND BETWEEN THE LOCAL MEMBER ENTITIES AS
NAMED THEREIN AND THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION, FOR THE PURPOSE OF CREATING
AND ESTABLISHING A METROPOLITAN PLANNING
ORGANIZATION (MPO) FOR THE WEST PALM BEACH
URBAN STUDY AREA; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE
(Copy of Resolution No. 47-93 is on file in the offi-
cial Resolution Book)
8.C. RESOLUTION NO. 86-93: A resolution recognizing City
Government Week, October 3 through October 9, 1993, and encourag-
ing all citizens to support the celebration and corresponding
activities.
The caption of Resolution No. 86-93 is as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING
CITY GOVERNMENT WEEK, OCTOBER 3 THROUGH
OCTOBER 9, 1993, AND ENCOURAGING ALL CITIZENS
TO SUPPORT THE CELEBRATION AND CORRESPONDING
ACTIVITIES.
(Copy of Resolution No. 86-93 is on file in the offi-
cial Resolution Book)
8.D. RESOLUTION NQ, 9~-9~; A resolution encouraging the
Florida Legislature, the Cabinet and the appropriate State Agen-
cies and Departments to take steps to limit and reduce the cost
increases of Workers' Compensation Insurance coverage.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, ENCOURAGING
THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE, THE CABINET AND THE
APPROPRIATE STATE AGENCIES AND DEPARTMENTS TO
TAKE STEPS TO LIMIT AND REDUCE THE COST
INCREASES OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE
COVERAGE.
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(Copy of Resolution No. 95-93 is on file in the offi-
cial Resolution Book)
~.E. MQDIFI~ATION NO. 3 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH PEROXIDATION
SYSTEMS. INC.: Approve a modification to the contract with
Peroxidation Systems, Inc. which extends the agreement for a six
(6) month period from September 30, 1993 until March 31, 1994, in
the amount of $13,333 per month, with funding from Water and
Sewer Chemicals (Account No. 441-5144-536-52.21).
8,?. CONTRACT FOR LEGISLATIVE LOBBYING SERVICES: Approve
the contract for legislative lobbying services with Kathleen
Daley and Associates, Inc. for the period October 1, 1993 through
September 30, 1994, in the amount of $52,800, with funding from
City Commission - Other Contractual Services (Account No.
001-1111-511-34.90).
8,G. ADDENDUM NO. 4 TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH BUCKY DENT
BASEBALL SCHOOL: Consider an addendum to the agreement with
Bucky Dent Baseball School which provides for new responsibili-
ties and obligations regarding maintenance of the fields at
Miller Park, and the construction of a major league baseball
field and multipurpose auxiliary field at Miller Park.
8.H. APPROVAL OF TEMPORARY USE PERMIT/ANNUAL SIDEWALK SALE:
Approve a temporary use permit for the Atlantic Avenue Associa-
tion in conjunction with the Annual Sidewalk Sale to be held
along Atlantic Auenue between 1-95 and A-1-A on October 29 and
30, 1993.
8.I. APPROVAL OF TEMPORARY USE pERMIT/ART AND JAZZ ON THE
AVENUE: Approve a temporary use permit for the Downtown Joint
Venture to allow vendors to utilize public sidewalks and Veterans
Park on October 28, 1993, for Art and Jazz on the Avenue.
8.J. SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT AND APPROVAL Q~ NQNEXCLU$IVE
LICENSE CONTRACT: Approve a Sister Cities sponsored Kite Festi-
val to be held on October 9, 1993 from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. on
the Municipal Beach and enter into a nonexclusive license con-
tract with Brighton Kite Company which allows them to sell kites
from the beach pavilion during the Festival.
8.K. APPROVAL OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGReEMENT/POLICE
BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION: Ratify the collective bargaining agree-
ment with the Police Lieutenants as represented by the Police
Benevolent Association.
8.L. AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT GRANT APPLICATION/FLORIDA
RECREATION DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Authorize staff to
submit a grant application to the Florida Recreation Development
Assistance Program for funding in the amount of $100,000 to be
used to replace the municipal swimming pool, bathhouse and
restrooms at Pompey Park.
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8.M. GRANTING OF EASEMENT: Grant a 12-foot utility easement
along the south boundary of the Delray Beach Municipal Golf
Course extending approximately 130 feet eastward from Homewood
Boulevard to Florida Power and Light in order to provide electri-
cal service to the raw water wells proposed at the corner of
Homewood and Lowson Boulevards.
8.No ACCEPTANCE OF AN EASEMENT DEED: Accept an easement
deed from the property owners at 1002 Lewis Cove in conjunction
with the installation and maintenance of a storm drainage system
which runs along the north six feet of their property.
8.0. APPROVAL OF HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT: Approve a hold
harmless agreement from the property owners at 1028 West Atlantic
Avenue to permit the installation of a grease trap in the City's
right-of-way.
8.P. SETTLEMENT OF NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIEN$/120~-1299 $,W.
4TH AVENUE: Reject an offer in the amount of $200 to settle nui-
sance abatement liens on property located at 1205-1295 S.W. 4th
Avenue in the amount of $534.38 and authorize staff to make a
counter offer in the amount of $267.19.
8.0. SETTLEMENT OFFER: Accept an offer of settlement in the
Graham/White vs the City of Delray Beach.
8.R. EMPLOYEE SUGGESTION PROGRAM: Approve the Administra-
tive Policy which establishes the Employee Suggestion Program.
8.S. CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 AND REQUEST FOR FINAL PAY-
MENT/ASPHALT CONSTRUCTION OF PALM BEACH, INC: Approve a change
order in the amount of $218.75 to the contract with Asphalt
Construction of Palm Beach, Inc. for final as-built plus/minus
adjustments for the Cemetery Road project and approve the request
for final payment in the amount of $731.15, with funding from
1987 Utility Tax - Cemetery Entrance Road (Account No.
333-4511-539-61.39).
8,T. CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 AND REOUEST FOR FINAL PAY-
MENT/ASPHALT CONSTRUCTION OF PALM BEACH, INC.: Approve a deduct
change order in the amount of -$6,343.35 to the contract with
Asphalt Construction of Palm Beach, Inc. for final as-built
plus/minus adjustments to the S.D. Spady Access Road and Lake Ida
Retention Area projects; and the request for final payment in the
amount of $5,801.72, with funding from Stormwater Utility Fund -
Northwest Drainage (Account No. 448-5411-538-62.11).
8.U. RESOLUTION NO. 88-93: A resolution assessing the costs
for abatement action necessary to demolish an unsafe structure on
property located at 34 N.W. 3rd Avenue.
The caption of Resolution No. 88-93 is as follows:
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO
CHAPTER 165, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, ASSESSING COSTS FOR
ABATEMENT ACTION REGARDING AN UNSAFE BUILDING
ON LAND(S) LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH; SETTING OUT ACTUAL COSTS INCURRED BY
THE CITY TO ACCOMPLISH SUCH ABATEMENT AND
LEVYING THE COST OF SUCH ACTION; PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND FOR A DUE DATE AND
INTEREST ASSESSMENTS; PROVIDING FOR THE
RECORDING OF THIS RESOLUTION, AND DECLARING
SAID LEVY TO BE A LIEN UPON THE SUBJECT
PROPERTY FOR UNPAID ASSESSMENTS; PROVIDING
FOR THE MAILING OF NOTICE.
(Copy of Resolution No. 88-93 is on file in the offi-
cial Resolution Book)
8.V. RESOLUTION NO. 89-93: A resolution assessing the costs
for abatement action necessary to demolish an unsafe structure on
property located at 415 N.W. 2nd Street.
The caption of Resolution No. 89-93 is as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO
CHAPTER 165, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, ASSESSING COSTS FOR
ABATEMENT ACTION REGARDING AN UNSAFE BUILDING
ON LAND(S) LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH; SETTING OUT ACTUAL COSTS INCURRED BY
THE CITY TO ACCOMPLISH SUCH ABATEMENT AND
LEVYING THE COST OF SUCH ACTION; PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND FOR A DUE DATE AND
INTEREST ASSESSMENTS; PROVIDING FOR THE
RECORDING OF THIS RESOLUTION, AND DECLARING
SAID LEVY TO BE A LIEN UPON THE SUBJECT
PROPERTY FOR UNPAID ASSESSMENTS; PROVIDING
FOR THE MAILING OF NOTICE.
(Copy of Resolution No. 89-93 is on file in the offi-
cial Resolution Book)
8.W. RESOLUTION NO. 90-93: A resolution assessing the costs
for abatement action necessary to remove nuisances from four (4)
properties located within the City.
The caption of Resolution No. 90-93 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
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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. 90-93 is on file in the offi-
cial Resolution Book)
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDING AGREEMENT$~
Approve agreements which provide for the distribution of Communi-
ty Development Block Grant Funding with MAD DADS, South County
Boys and Girls Club and the Community Child Care Center.
8.Y. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY SUBSIDIZED LOAN AGREE-
MENT: Approve subsidized loan agreements with the Community
Redevelopment Agency and Banyon and Equity Banks for participa-
tion in the CRA's interest free loan program.
8.Z. CORRECTION OF FUNDING SOURCE - CHANGE ORDER NO, 3/DUTCH
CONSTRUCTION COMPANY: Correct the funding source approved at the
August 24, 1993 Regular Meeting for Change Order No. 3 to the
contract with Dutch Construction Company in the amount of
$10,210.71 from 1992 Bond Anticipation Note - Veterans Park
Redevelopment (Account No. 227-4126-572-61.63) to Decade of
Excellence Bond Issue - Veterans Park Redevelopment (Account No.
225-4126-572-61.63).
8.AA. AWARD OF BIDS AND ~0NTRACT$:
1. Workstations and Furniture - Fire Station Headquar-
ters - J.C. White Office Products (Groups 1, 3, and 4)
in the amount of $30,799.70 and Joyce Office Products
(Group 2 in the amount of $1,986.50), with funding from
1992 Bond Anticipation Note - Central Fire Station
(Account No. 227-2311-522-61.56).
2. Chemicals and Fertilizers - Annual Contract -
Various vendors in the estimated annual amount of
$132,589.81, with funding from Gardening Supplies
(Various Departmental Account Nos. XXX-XXXX-XXX-52.26).
3. Gas and Diesel Fuel - Garage - Various Vendors (via
Palm Beach County Co-op bid) in the estimated annual
amount of $171,463.38 with funding from Garage Invento-
ry - Fuel (Account No. 501-3311-591-52.51).
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4. Scott Paks (16) - Highland Beach Fire Facility -
Safety Equipment Company in the amount of $27,152 with
funding from Highland Beach - Other Machinery (Account
No. 115-2313-522-64.90).
Dr. Alperin moved to approve the Consent Agenda,
seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the Commission voted as
follows: Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mrs.
Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes. Said motion passed with a 4 to
0 vote.
9. Regular Agenda:
9,A. REVIEW QF APPEALABLE LAND DEVELOPMENT ACTIONS OF VARI-
OUS BOARDS; Consider accepting the actions and decisions made by
the Planning and Zoning Board, Site Plan Review and Appearance
Board and the Historic Preservation Board during the period
September 13, 1993 through September 24, 1993.
Dr. Alperin moved to accept the report, seconded by Mr.
Randolph. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Vice-
Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes;
Dr. Alperin - Yes. Said motion passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
9. B. REOUEST FOR CONDITIONAL USE MODIFICATION; Consider a
request for conditional use modification from Sutton Chapel
Church of God in Christ located at the southeast corner of S.W.
4th Avenue and S.W. 2nd Street, associated with the expansion of
their parking area. Planning and Zoning Board recommends approv-
al.
Mr. Kovacs, Planning Director, stated that the church
had received conditional use approval for the establishment of a
building and attendant parking lot in 1980; however, the parking
lot was not constructed. Thus, the request is before the Commis-
sion for expansion of the site onto Lots 10 and 11 and the con-
struction of the expansion of parking, along with landscape
improvements.
Mr. Randolph moved for approval of the conditional use
modification, seconded by Dr. Alperin. Upon roll call the Com-
mission voted as follows: Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes;
Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes. Said motion
passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
9.Co MODIFICATION OF LANDSCAPE SCHEDULE AGREEMENT/LAKE IDA
CHURCH OF CHRIST: Consider amending the Landscape Installation
Schedule contained in the agreement with Lake Ida Church of
Christ. City Manager recommends approval.
Lula Butler, Community Improvement Director, explained
that the church has indicated that there have been some problems
with outstanding bills for subcontractors; however, it is
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anticipated that as a result of fund raising efforts, these
outstanding debts will be able to be met.
In response to questions regarding the time frame of
Phase I, Ms. Butler stated that there is a temporary Certificate
of Occupancy, some minor landscaping has been installed and that
completion of all three phases is anticipated by April, 1994.
Mrs. Smith moved approval of amendments to Section 1 of
the Agreement with the Lake Ida Church of Christ, seconded by Mr.
Randolph. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mrs.
Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes;
Mr. Randolph - Yes. Said motion passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
9,D. REOUEST FQR WAIVER OF LANDSCAPE REOUIREMENTS/CHECKERS:
Consider a request from Checkers located at the southwest corner
of West Atlantic Avenue and S.W. 5th Avenue for a waiver of Land
Development Regulation Section 4.6.16 (H)(3)(d). Site Plan
Review and Appearance Board recommends approval.
Mr. Randolph moved approval of the request for a waiver
of Land Development Regulation Section 4.6.16 (H)(3)(d), seconded
by Mrs. Smith. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows:
Dr. Alperin - Yes; Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph -
Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes. Said motion passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
9.E. SWINTON AVENUE BEAUTIFICATION PROJ~GT: Consider the
plans and budget for the Swinton Avenue Beautification project.
Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth complimented the Swinton Avenue
Beautification Task Team on its work in beautifying 3 1/2 miles
with the amount of funds which were provided.
The City Manager stated that he has had discussions
with Parks and Recreation relative to the necessity of tree
trimming as he felt that this type of maintenance could be done
annually rather than twice a year. In regard to the landscape
areas within the Historic District, there has been some discus-
sion of creating a Safe Neighborhood Task Team to help in the
cost of landscaping, irrigation, fertilization and chemical
applications. This issue will be placed on the Commission's next
workshop agenda. He added that the estimated cost is approxi-
mately $7,500/year or less to offset the maintenance costs with
the possibility of some of the cost to be paid back by the abut-
ting property owners. Also, a source of funding has been identi-
fied under the Decade of Excellence Bond Issue Neighborhood
Improvement for the area from Atlantic Avenue to North 2nd
Street.
Dr. Alperin moved for approval of the plans and budget
for the Swinton Avenue Beautification Project, seconded by Mr.
Randolph. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Vice-
Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes;
Dr. Alperin - Yes. Said motion passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
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9,F, REOUEST FOR CONDITIONAL USE APPROVAL: Consider a
request for conditional use approval to establish a monument and
ornamental stone cutting operation in the MIC (Mixed Industrial
Commercial) zone district at a site located north of N.W. 1st
Street, between the CSX Railroad and N.W. 18th Avenue. Planning
and Zoning Board recommends approval, subject to conditions.
David Kovacs, Planning Director, stated that this item
appeared before the Planning and Zoning Board on September 30,
1993 at which time the conditional use was approved subject to
numerous conditions° He emphasized that an item of significance
relative to proceeding with a schedule for site improvements is
that as part of the site plan approval, which is to follow, a
detailed schedule be approved by the SPPd%B along with the appli-
cant's written acknowledgement of Condition (G).
Dr. Alperin moved approval of the conditional use
request, seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the Commission
voted as follows: Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr.
Alperin - Yes; Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes. Said motion passed
with a 4 to 0 vote.
9.G. PARKING MANAGEMENT TEAM REPORT: Consider the report
from the Parking Management Team with respect to in-lieu of fees
and parking regulations in the CBD (Central Business District)
zone district.
Mr. Randolph moved to accept the report and refer this
item to the Planning and Zoning Board for recommendation, second-
ed by Dr. Alperin. Upon roll call the Commission voted as fol-
lows: Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Vice-Mayor
Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes. Said motion passed with
a 4 to 0 vote.
9.H. STATUS REPORT LAKE IDA ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT;
Receive and file the status report on the Lake Ida Road Improve-
ments.
Ralph Hayden, City Engineer, pointed out that the City
is not trying to acquire additional right-of-way and that he will
be meeting with the Palm Beach County Traffic Division to discuss
the details for construction, funding and landscape medians.
In response to Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth's inquiry re-
garding the timeframe for construction, Mr. Hayden explained that
the plans will have to be revised and approved and then will have
to go through the bidding process. He anticipated that it would
take a minimum of six months to at least a year before
construction begins.
Mrs. Smith moved to file and accept the report, second-
ed by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the Commission voted as
follows: Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Vice-Mayor
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Ellingsworth; Mr. Randolph - Yes. Said motion passed with a 4 to
0 vote.
9.I. CHANGE ORDER NO, 1/CHAZ EOUIPMENT COMPANY. INC.:
Consider a change order in the amount of $76,667.70 to the con-
tract with Chaz Equipment Company, Inc. for drainage revisions on
Lowery Street and Basin Drive, additional curbing on S.E. 5th
Street and to lower the depth of the storm drainage system of
Salina Avenue. City Manager recommends approval.
The City Engineer explained that the change order is a
request for additional work in this particular area. There are
preliminary design plans for storm water pumping stations on the
barrier islands. The road plans are being modified so that
drainage will be blocked off Lowery Street, down Basin Drive and
into the Intracoastal. This modification is also proposed for
Nassau Street. The residents on S.E. 5th Street requested the
additional curbing.
It was suggested by the City Manager that this item be
delayed until such time that the plans for the beautification are
finalized.
Mr. Randolph expressed concern regarding the lowering
of the depth of the storm drainage system on Salina Avenue and
inquired if necessary documentation and demographics could be
provided so that in future years this type of problem will be
documented.
Mr. Hayden responded that the elevations will be marked
up on all the plans and retained for future reference.
Dr. Alperin moved to approve Change Order No. 1/Chaz
Equipment Company, seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the
Commission voted as follows: Dr. Alperin - Yes; Vice-Mayor
Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes. Said
motion passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
9oJ. PRELIMINARY OFFICIAL STATEMENT/DECADE OF EXCELLENCE
BOND ISSUE PHASE II: Authorize the Mayor or his designee to deem
the Preliminary Official Statement final as recommended by staff
and bond counsel and to do all things necessary in conjunction
with the second issue of Decade of Excellence General Obligation
Bonds.
Dr. Alperin moved to approve the Preliminary Official
Statement final, seconded by Mrs. Smith. Upon roll call the
Commission voted as follows: Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr.
Randolph - Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes. Said motion
passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
9,K. 1993 DECADE OF EXCELLENCE BOND ISSUE; (Addendum Item)
Approve services in conjunction with the 1993 Decade of Excel-
lence Bond Issue: First Union Bank as Paying Agent/Registrar in.
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the amount of $9,932; Allied Printing, Inc. as printed in the
amount of $3,296; BDO Seidman as Verification Agent in the amount
of $2,100; and Mudge, Rose, Guthrie, Alexander and Ferdon as Bond
Counsel.
The City Manager stated that the item under considera-
tion is to award bids for services in connection with the Pro-
posed General Obligation Bond Issue.
Dr. Alperin moved approval of services in conjunction
with the 1993 Decade of Excellence Bond Issue, seconded by Mrs.
Smith. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mr.
Randolph - Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Vice-Mayor
Ellingsworth - Yes. Said motion passed with 4 to 0 vote.
9.L. SERVICE AUTHORIZATION NO. 5/DAVID MILLER AND ASSOCI-
ATES: Consider a service authorization in the amount of $1,000
for architectural services to prepare preliminary site and floor
plans for Fire Station No. 3, with funding from Decade of Excel-
lence Bond Issue Phase 2 - Fire Station No. 3 (Account No.
228-2311-522-61.59). City Manager recommends approval.
Mr. Randolph moved approval for Service Authorization
No. 5/David Miller and Associates, seconded by Mrs. Smith. The
Commission voted as follows: Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin -
Yes; Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes. Said
motion passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
9.M. SERVICE AUTHORIZATION NO, 6/DAVID MILLER AND ASSOCI-
ATES: Consider a service authorization in the amount of $800 for
architectural services to prepare preliminary site and floor
plans for Fire Station No. 4, with funding from Decade of Excel-
lence Bond Issue Phase 2 - Fire Station No. 4 (Account No.
228-2311-522-61.60). City Manager recommends approval.
Mrs. Smith moved approval of Service Authorization No.
6/David Miller and Associates, seconded by Mr. Randolph. The
Commission voted as follows: Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin -
Yes; Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes. Said
motion passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
9oNo APPOINTMENT TO THE PUBLIC EMPLQYEE$ RELATIONS COMMIS-
SION: Appoint a member to fill the managerial representative
position of the Public Employees Relations Commission created by
the resignation of Leonard Syrop to a term ending January 29,
1994.
Dr. Alperin moved to appoint Mr. Armand Mouw to fill
the managerial representative position of the Public Employees
Relations Commission to a term ending January 29, 1994, seconded
by Mr. Randolph. The Commission voted as follows: Dr. Alperin -
Yes; Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mrs.
Smith - Yes. Said motion passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
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9.0. RESOLUTION NO. 91-93: A resolution authorizing the
issuance of not exceeding $10,000,000 Decade of Excellence Gener-
al Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 1993B. City Manager recom-
mends approval.
The City Manager presented Resolution No. 91-93 as
follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF
NOT EXCEEDING $10,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION
REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 1993 B, OF THE CITY
OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA; PROVIDING THE FORM
AND TERMS OF THE BONDS; PROVIDING FOR THE
PAYMENT OF THE BONDS FROM A TAX ON ALL TAX-
ABLE PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH;
PROVIDING FOR THE RIGHTS, REMEDIES AND SECU-
RITY OF THE HOLDERS OF THE BONDS; PROVIDING
FOR CERTAIN OTHER MATTERS DEEMED NECESSARY
AND PROPER IN CONNECTION WITH THE ISSUANCE OF
THE BONDS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
(Copy of Resolution No. 91-93 is on file in the offi-
cial Resolution Book)
Dr. Alperin moved for the adoption of Resolution No.
91-93, seconded by Mrs. Smith. Upon roll call the Commission
voted as follows: Dr. Alperin - Yes; Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth -
Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes. Said motion passed
with a 4 to 0 vote.
12, Fir~ Readings;
12.A. ORDINANCE NO. 51-93: An ordinance amending the Land
Development Regulations by amending the CBD (Central Business
District) Zone District to allow car washes as a conditional use.
If passed, public hearing October 20th.
The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 51-93.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING
CHAPTER 4, "ZONING REGULATIONS", SUBSECTION
(D), OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, BY ADDING "WASH ESTABLISHMENT
FOR VEHICLES" AS A CONDITIONAL USE WITHIN THE
ZONE DISTRICT, SUBJECT TO CERTAIN RESTRIC-
TIONS; PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE, A
GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE, AND AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
The City Attorney read the caption of the ordinance.
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Mr. Kovacs, Planning Director, stated that this item
was considered at the Regular Meeting of September 14th at which
time the Commission directed that the proposed ordinance be
redrafted. He then highlighted several items of significance.
Dr. Alperin stated that he was not opposed to the
proposed use on this particular parcel but disagreed with the
concept of changing the zoning to accommodate one use and could
not support the request.
Mr. Randolph did not have a problem with the minimum
lot size and the proposed automated wash system; however, he was
concerned about vehicles exiting the property. He supported the
conditional use request, as he felt that the proposal would be an
asset to the site as opposed to how it looks at the present time.
Mrs. Smith moved for the adoption of Ordinance No.
51-93 on First Reading, seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call
the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mrs. Smith
- Yes; Dr. Alperin - No; Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes. Said
motion passed by a vote of 3 to 1o
12.B. ORDINANCE NO. 59-93: An ordinance amending the Land
Development Regulations by amending Section 4.3.3, "Special
Requirements for Specific Uses", by deleting Subsection (S),
"Junkyards", in its entirety; by amending Section 4.4.20, "In-
dustrial (I) District", by deleting reference to Section 4.3.3
(S). Planning and Zoning Board recommends approval. If passed,
public hearing October 12th.
The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 59-93:
AN ORDINANCE OP THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING
CHAPTER 4, "ZONING REGULATIONS" OF THE LAND
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS OF THE ~ODE OF ORDI-
NANCES OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA,
BY AMENDING SECTION 4.3.3, "SPECIAL REQUIRE-
MENTS FOR SPECIFIC USES" BY DELETING SUBSEC-
TION (S), "JUNKYARDS", 'IN ITS ENTIRETY; BY
AMENDING SECTION 4.4.20, "INDUSTRIAL (I)
DISTRICT", SUBSECTION 4.4.20(D)(10), BY
DELETING REFERENCE TO SECTION 4.3.3(S);
PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE, A GENERAL REPEALER
CLAUSE, AND AN EFFECT DATE.
The City Attorney read the caption of the
ordinance.
Dr. Alperin moved for adoption of Ordinance No. 59-93
on First Reading, seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the
Commission voted as follows: Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin -
Yes; Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes. Said
motion passed with a vote of 4 to 0.
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12.C. ORDINANCE NO. 60-93: An ordinance amending the Land
Development Regulations by amending Section 4.6.6, "Commercial
and Industrial Uses to Operate Within A Building", to provide for
the consolidation of regulations regarding allowable outside uses
and outside storage; amending Section 4.4.19, "Mixed Industrial
and Commercial (MIC) District, Section 4.4.20, "Industrial (I)
District", Section 4.4.21, "Community Facilities (CF) District,
and Section 4.4.25, "Special Activities District (SAD), all to
provide for uniform application of regulations regarding allow-
able outside uses. Planning and Zoning Board recommends approv-
al. If passed, public hearing October 12th.
The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 60-93:
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 4.6.6, "COMMERCIAL AND
INDUSTRIAL USES TO OPERATE WITHIN A BUILD-
ING'', TO PROVIDE FOR THE CONSOLIDATION OF
REGULATIONS REGARDING ALLOWABLE OUTSIDE USES
AND OUTSIDE STORAGE; BY AMENDING SECTION
4.4.19, "MIXED INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL
(MIC) DISTRICT", SUBSECTIONS (C) AND (G),
SECTION 4.4.21, "COMMUNITY FACILITIES (CF)
DISTRICT", SUBSECTIONS (C) AND (G), AND
SECTION 4.4.25, "SPECIAL ACTIVITIES DISTRICT
(SAD)", APPLICATION OF REGULATIONS REGARDING
ALLOWABLE OUTSIDE USES; PROVIDING A SAVING
CLAUSE, A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE, AND AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
The City Attorney read the caption of the ordinance.
The Planning Director explained that the purpose of
this ordinance is to clarify language regarding the existing
provisions for allowable outside uses. He pointed out that there
is not a clear definition of a "rear" yard and that the original
intention is for storage to be behind buildings so that it could
not be viewed from the front. The proposed language would re-
strict storage from setback areas only.
Mrs. Smith moved for adoption of Ordinance No. 60-93 on
First Reading, seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the
Commission voted as follows: Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin -
Yes; Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes. Said
motion passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
Comments and Inquiries on NQn-Ag~n~ Items from the
Public.
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ll.A. City Manager's response to prior public comments and
inquiries.
1) The City Manager stated at the last meeting there
were a number of businessmen, particularly those located in the
southeast section of the City, who expressed concerns with the
landscaping standards and the economic impact related to compli-
ance with the 1993 minimum Code requirements. The Community
Improvement Director met with Mr. Dudley Remus, 114 S.W. 2nd
Street, on Friday, September 17th to address his concerns. We
believe we were able to resolve his concerns to his and the
City's satisfaction on the minimum improvements needed for his
property to be in compliance with the Landscape Code. There was
also discussion on the area, as a whole, and staff time has been
committed to each of the individual property owners he represent-
ed. We are currently in the process of making individual ap-
pointments with each of the people who appeared here and those
who were represented by Mr. Remus. We will provide you with a
further status report as soon as we have met with the majority of
the property owners within this affected area.
The City Manager stated there were also comments from
some of the same persons about the drainage and the pavement
conditions on SoW. 2nd Avenue. Southwest 2nd Avenue is a part of
the Decade of Excellence Bond Road Reconstruction projects cur-
rently scheduled to be advertised in January of 1994 and, if all
goes according to plan, construction should begin in the Spring.
Southwest 2nd Avenue will be reconstructed with drainage improve-
ments from Atlantic Avenue to S.W. 4th Street.
In response to another complaint about crime in the
area, the City Manager commented that Mr. Knuth reported that
over the last three years, he had reported one instance of theft
from an auto wherein a car battery was taken from one of his
vehicles. Mr. Gibson reported vandalism that had the appearance
of an attempted burglary, but entry was not gained. Police
records showed no other activity at these two locations.
With regard to the overall crime situation in the area,
the City Manager stated there has been a slight increase in
crimes reported within Patrol Zone 9 during this year, which is
the area where these persons reside. We are currently focusing
intentions and resources in several patrol zones that have shown
increased activity, including Patrol Zone 9.
lI.A.2. Joe Safford, Finance Director, stated there was also a
question during the meeting regarding water rates in Ft. Lauder-
dale, and why water rates in the City of Delray Beach were so
much higher, which prompted a look into the water rates in Ft.
Lauderdale. The Delray Beach proposed water rates include a
customer charge of $1.55, a capacity charge of $7.62 and a com-
modity charge of $.99 from zero (0) to 3,000 gallons, $1.09 from
4,000 to 12,000 gallons and $1.20 from 13,000 to 20,000 gallons.
Ft. Lauderdale has a base water rate of $6.65 and an inverted
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rate structure wherein they charge $.79 from zero (0) to 3,000
gallons and $1.26 for 4,000 gallons and higher. Since this was a
single family residence of which the person was speaking, I made
a comparison at 5,000, i0,000 and 15,000 gallons. At 5,000
gallons the Delray Beach bill would be $14.32 for water; in Ft.
Lauderdale it would be $12.35. At 10,000 gallons Delray Beach
would be $19.77; Ft. Lauderdale would be $19.25. Ironically, at
15,000 gallons, Delray Beach is $25.55 and Ft. Lauderdale is
$25.55, so we are equal at 15,000 gallons.
There was a question by another resident relative to
living on the beach and whether the City could allow a special
zone; and, in turn, whether this would be allowed by the South
Florida Water Management. Upon a discussion with SFWM, they
basically said that the City can do anything they care to regard-
ing special zones. They do not have jurisdiction nor do they wish
to have any jurisdiction over any zones within the City. We
commented to them about prohibiting the residents from drilling
wells and they do not understand how the City can legally prohib-
it anyone from drilling a well. And, indeed the City has never
prohibited the drilling of wells east of the Intracoastal. It is
just a fact that east of the Intracoastal, you are on a salt
water intrusion line and drilling a well is going to be of no
help; also, the cost of putting it deep enough would be prohibi-
tive. We do prohibit separate vegetation meters for single
family residences in this zone. We also addressed the zone east
of the Intracoastal when rates were discussed nearly two and
one-half years ago and, instead of capping our sewer at 15,000
gallons, it was capped at 12,000 gallons to allow some compensa-
tion for the residents who live on the beach area who do not have
the availability of wells to sprinkle with.
At this point, the time being 7:05 P.M., the Commission moved to
the duly advertised Public Hearing portion of the agenda.
10~, Public Hgaring$:
10.A. RESOLUTION NO. 92-9~; A resolution to levy a tax on
all properties within the City of Delray Beach. City Manager
recommends approval. Prior to consideration of passage of this
resolution, a public hearing has been scheduled to be held at
this time.
The caption of Resolution No. 92-93 is as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, TO LEVY A TAX
ON ALL PROPERTIES WITHIN THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERA-
TION, AND TO LEVY.A TAX FOR THE PAYMENT OF
PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST ON BONDED INDEBTED-
NESS, AND TO ALLOCATE AND APPROPRIATE SAID
COLLECTIONS THEREUNDER.
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(Copy of Resolution No. 92-93 is on file in the offi-
cial Resolution Book)
The City Attorney read the entire resolution. A public
hearing was held having been legally advertised in compliance
with the laws of the State of Florida and the Charter of the City
of Delray Beach, Florida. The public hearing was closed.
Mr. Randolph moved for the adoption of Resolution No.
92-93, seconded by Mrs. Smith. Upon roll call the Commission
voted as follows: Dr. Alperin - Yes; Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth -
Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes. Said motion passed
with a 4 to 0 vote.
The City Manager announced that the City of Delray
Beach has levied a tax of 8.7%.
10.B. RESOLUTION NO. 93-99: A resolution to levy a tax on
all properties within the Downtown Development Authority Taxing
District. City Manager recommends approval. Prior to considera-
tion of passage of this resolution, a public hearing has been
scheduled to be held at this time.
The caption of Resolution No. 93-93 is as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, TO LEVY A TAX
ON ALL PROPERTIES WITHIN THE DOWNTOWN DEVEL-
OPMENT AUTHORITY TAXING DISTRICT OF THE CITY
OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, FOR MAINTENANCE AND
OPERATION, AND TO APPROPRIATE SAID COLLEC-
TIONS THEREUNDER.
(Copy of Resolution No. 93-93 is on file in the offi-
cial Resolution Book)
Assistant City Attorney Tolces read the entire resolu-
tion. A public hearing was held having been legally advertised
in compliance with the laws of the State of Florida and the
Charter of the City of Delray Beach, Florida. The public hearing
was closed.
Dr. Alperin moved for adoption of Resolution No. 93-93,
seconded by Mrs. Smith. Upon roll call the Commission voted as
follows: Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mrs.
Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes. Said motion passed with a 4 to 0
vote.
The City Manager advised, on behalf of the Downtown
Development Authority, the City Commission has adopted a property
tax increase of 5.26%.
10.C. RESOLUTION NO. 94-93: A resolution making appropria-
tions of sums of money for all necessary expenditures of the City
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from October 1, 1993 to September 30, 1994. City Manager recom-
mends approval. Prior to consideration of passage of this reso-
lution, a public hearing has been scheduled to be held at this
time.
The City Manager presented Resolution No. 94-93:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, MAKING APPRO-
PRIATIONS OF SUMS OF MONEY FOR ALL NECESSARY
EXPENDITURES OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, FOR THE PERIOD FROM
THE 1ST DAY OF OCTOBER, 1993, TO THE 30TH DAY
OF SEPTEMBER, 1994; TO PRESCRIBE THE TERMS,
CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS WITH RESPECT TO THE
ITEMS OF APPROPRIATIONS AND THEIR PAYMENT;
AND TO REPEAL ALL RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
WHOLLY IN CONFLICT WITH THIS RESOLUTION AND
ALL RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT
WITH THIS RESOLUTION TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH
INCONSISTENCY.
(Copy of Resolution No. 94-93 is on file in the offi-
cial Resolution Book)
Assistant City Attorney Tolces read the caption of the
resolution. A public hearing was held having been legally adver-
tised in compliance with the laws of the State of Florida and the
Charter of the City of Delray Beach, Florida.
The City Manager stated that Budget Summary "Exhibit A"
had been revised as presented to the Commission in the agenda
packet for tonight's meeting and recommended that upon adoption
of Resolution No. 94-93, "Exhibit A" be amended.
The Manager recommended that the Commission consider an
increase to the City's contribution to the Deaf Service Center
from $4,000 to $6,000. He noted that the $2,000 increase is
included in the budget proposal as presented.
Mr. William Andrews suggested the following items be
considered by the Commission: (1) Administrative Services: the
Assistant City Manager spends a considerable amount of time on
the Golf Course project and that his time be charged to the
income of the City's Municipal Golf Course; (2) Planning and
Zoning Department: that the Commission analyze the daily activi-
ties of this department and its staff of 15 employees - at least
$300,000 could be saved; and, (3) Parks & Recreation, Maintenance
Division: additional staff for installing and maintaining land-
scaping.
Mr. A. Smith, Board Member/Volunteer for the Deaf
Service Center of Palm Beach County, stated that the Commission
has been very instrumental in helping the Center to be located in
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this area and that the Center is a vital part of the community.
He expressed appreciation to the Commission for consideration of
the proposed $2,000 increase in contribution.
The public hearing was closed.
Dr. Alperin expressed concern of the increased monies
to the Deaf Service Center. Although he felt the Center is a
benefit to the community, he suggested that the Commission should
start weaning away from service related requests.
Mrs. Smith supported the proposed budget as presented.
Mr. Randolph also supported the proposal and commented
that he favored the increase to the Deaf Service Center because
of its services to this community. He felt that it is difficult
to refuse such requests.
Mr. Randolph moved for adoption of Resolution No. 94-93
with the amendment to "Exhibit A" as amended, seconded by Mrs.
Smith. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mr.
Randolph - Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Vice-Mayor
Ellingsworth - Yes. Said motion passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
The City Manager responded to the three items raised by
Mr. Andrews, as follows: (1) the Municipal Golf Course does pay
the General Fund $30,000 for overhead support; (2) the amount of
staff for the Planning and Zoning Department has been reduced
from 15 to 13 employees for the next fiscal year; and (3) during
the past year two employees were added to Parks and Recreation
for beautification purposes. He stated that the points raised by
Mr. Andrews relative to landscaping and maintenance should be
kept in mind for projects such as the Swinton Avenue Beautifica-
tion Project.
10.1. APPROVAL QF FIVE YEAR CAPITAL IMpRQVEMENT PROGRAM:
Approve the 5-Year Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Years
1993/94 through 1997/98.
Mr. Alperin moved for approval of the Five Year Capital
Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 1993/94 through 1997/98,
seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the Commission voted as
follows: Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Vice-Mayor
Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes. Said motion passed with
a 4 to 0 vote.
IO.D. ORDINANCE NO. 52-93: An ordinance adopting Plan Amend-
ment 93-1. Planning and Zoning Board recommends approval, sub-
ject to conditions. 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. 52-93.
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, ADOPTING
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT 93-1 PURSUANT TO
THE PROVISIONS OF THE "LOCAL GOVERNMENT
COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING AND LAND DEVELOPMENT
REGULATION ACT" FLORIDA STATUTES SECTIONS
163.3161 THROUG~ 163.3243, INCLUSIVE; ALL AS
MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A"
ENTITLED "COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT 93-1"
AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE; PROVID-
ING A SAVING CLAUSE, A GENERAL REPEALER
CLAUSE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 52-93 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.
Dr. Alperin moved for adoption of Ordinance No. 52-93,
on Second and FINAL reading, seconded by Mrs. Smith. Upon roll
call the Commission voted as follows: Mrs. Smith - Yes; Dr.
Alperin - Yes; Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes.
Said motion passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
10,E. ORDINANCE NO. 55-93: An ordinance amending Chapter 52,
"Water" of the Code of Ordinances to provide for miscellaneous
text revisions, increasing water deposits for tenants, changing
water rate structure to an inverted block schedule, and adding
fees for various services. City Manager recommends 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. 55-93:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING
CHAPTER 52,"WATER", OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES
OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, BY
AMENDING SECTION 52.02, "DISCONTINUING SER-
VICE AT REQUEST OF CUSTOMER", TO CLARIFY THE
TERM "TEMPORARY"; BY AMENDING SECTION 52.15,
"MINIMUM SIZE OF METERS", TO SEPARATELY
SPECIFY METER SIZES REQUIRED AT PLACES OF
BUSINESS AND TO REDESIGNATE THIS SECTION; BY
AMENDING SECTION 52.31, "CONNECTION CHARGES",
SUBSECTION (A), TO CLARIFY WHEN A WATER
CONNECTION IS CHARGED; BY AMENDING SECTION
52.33, "DEPOSIT TO GUARANTEE PAYMENT", TO
PROVIDE FOR AN INCREASE IN DEPOSITS; BY
AMENDING SECTION 52.34, "WATER RATES", SUB
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SECTION (B), "MONTHLY RATES", TO PROVIDE FOR
AN INCREASE IN COMMODITY CHARGES BY METERED
CONSUMPTION, BY ENACTING A NEW SUBSECTION
(C), "EMERGENCY RATE ADJUSTMENT FOR WATER
CONSERVATION", TO PROVIDE FOR A SURCHARGE
DURING PERIODS OF MANDATED WATER RESTRIC-
TIONS, BY REDESIGNATING SUBSECTIONS (C) AND
(D) TO (D) AND (E); BY AMENDING SECTION
52.36, "CHARGE FOR EACH TIME WATER IS TURNED
ON", TO ADD AN EXCEPTION; BY REDESIGNATING
SECTION 52.37, "TEMPORARY USE; TAPPING CHARG-
ES AND DEPOSIT", AS SECTION 52.38; BY
REDESIGNATING 52.38, "SERVICE CHARGE FOR
AFTER HOUR CALLS", AS SECTION 52.37 AND
AMENDING IT TO ADD THE WORDS "IF APPLICABLE";
BY AMENDING SECTION 52.39, "OTHER FEES", BY
ENACTING A NEW SUBSECTION (E), "METER REREAD
CHARGE" TO PROVIDE FOR A SERVICE CHARGE FOR
METER ~EREADS REQUESTED BY THE CUSTOMER, BY
ENACTING A NEW SUBSECTION (F), "REMOVAL OF
SERVICE LINE" TO PROVIDE FOR A CHARGE FOR
THE REMOVAL Of A SERVICE LINE, BY ENACTING A
NEW SUBSECTION (G), "REINSTALLATION OF A
SERVICE LINE", TO PROVIDE FOR A CHARGE FOR
THE REINSTALLATION OF A SERVICE LINE, AND BY
ENACTING A NEW SUBSECTION (H), "DESTRUCTION
OF METER AND/OR RELATED EQUIPMENT" TO PROVIDE
FOR CHARGES IN THE EVENT OF DESTRUCTION OF A
METER AND/OR RELATED EQUIPMENT; BY AMENDING
SECTION 52.50, "RENDERING OF BILLS; WHEN
PAYMENT DUE" TO DEFINE A BILLING CYCLE; BY
AMENDING SECTION 52.52, "RESUMING SERVICE
AFTER DISCONTINUANCE FOR DELINQUENCY", SUB-
SECTION (A), TO CLARIFY THE RECONNECTION
CHARGE; PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE, A GENERAL
REPEALER CLAUSE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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.
Sandy Almy, resident, felt that the proposed ordinance
unfairly disadvantages those residents who have no option but to
use City water for all their water usage. She pointed out that
the idea behind the inverted rate schedule is to encourage water
conservation; however, it does not do that for those individuals
who use wells (since there are no regulations on wells) and
therefore unfairly disadvantages those who have no option. She
also felt the 7,000 gallon cut-off during times of water restric-
tion is too low a figure and suggested that the inverted rate
schedule should be revised.
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J~$n Beer, Tropic Isle, agreed with comments previously
voiced and emphasized that in the Tropic Isle subdivision the
average resident does not use below 7,500 gallons. She felt that
if the South Florida Water Management District allows special
water districts, then those areas that are unable to use wells
due to salt water intrusion should be included.
The City Manager explained that alternatives and dif-
ferent approaches have been discussed; however, if special dis-
trict were created there would be other inequities because there
are so many different situations to consider (i.e. the size of
the property, irrigation, quality of well water, etc.).
The public hearing was closed.
Dr. Alperin suggested that more information be supplied
before the Commission takes formal action on this issue.
Dr. Alperin moved to continue the public hearing of
Ordinance No. 55-93 to the Regular Meeting of October 12, 1993,
seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the Commission voted as
follows: Dr. Alperin - Yes; Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr.
Randolph - Yes; Mrs. Smith - Yes. Said motion passed with a 4 to
0 vote.
10,F. ORDINANCE NO. 56-93: An ordinance amending Chapter 54
"Sewers" of the Code of Ordinances to clarify the monthly custom-
er charges where no water service is provided and to clarify the
collection method of sewer service charges. City Manager recom-
mends approval. Prior to consideration of passage of this ordi-
nance on Second and FINAL Reading, a public hearing has been
scheduled to be held at this time.
The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 56-93:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING
CHAPTER 54, "SEWERS", OF THE CODE OF ORDI-
NANCES OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA,
BY AMENDING SECTION 54.31, "CONNECTION CHARG-
ES; EXCEPTION", TO CLARIFY WHEN A SEWER
CONNECTION CHARGE MUST BE PAID; BY "SERVICE
RATES AND CHARGES"; BY AMENDING SECTION
54.33, "TIME AND METHOD OF PAYMENT OF SERVICE
CHARGE", TO CLARIFY THE COLLECTION METHOD OF
SEWER CHARGE", TO CLARIFY THE COLLECTION
METHOD OF SEWER CHARGES; PROVIDING A SAVING
CLAUSE, A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE AND AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 56-93 is on file in the official
Ordinance Book)
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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.
The City Manager stated that staff recommends that this
item be continued until October 12th as the Environmental Servic-
es Department prefers a different method of calculating equiva-
lent residential connections°
Dr. Alperin moved to continue the public hearing on
Ordinance No. 56-93 to the Regular Meeting of October 12, 1993,
seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the Commission voted as
follows: Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mrs.
Smith - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes. Said motion passed with a 4 to 0
vote.
iO.G. ORDINANCE NO, 57-93; An ordinance amending Chapter 51,
"Garbage and Trash" of the Code of Ordinances to provide for an
increase in the rates for garbage, trash, recycling and separate
vegetation collection services and to provide charges for commer-
cial 90-gallon cart service. City Manager recommends 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. 57-93:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRA¥ BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING TITLE
V, "PUBLIC WORKS", CHAPTER 51, "GARBAGE AND
TRASH", OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY
OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, BY AMENDING "RATES
AND CHARGES", SECTION 51.70, "REGULAR CHARGES
LEVIED", TO PROVIDE FOR INCREASED GARBAGE AND
TRASH SERVICE CHARGES AND FEES FOR RESIDEN-
TIAL SERVICE; TO PROVIDE FOR INCREASED GAR-
BAGE AND TRASH SERVICE CHARGES AND FEES FOR
COMMERCIAL SERVICE; TO PROVIDE FOR AN IN-
CREASE IN THE FEE FOR RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMERS
FOR RECYCLING SERVICE; TO PROVIDE FOR AN
INCREASE IN THE FEE FOR SEPARATE VEGETATION
COLLECTION SERVICE; TO PROVIDE FOR CHARGES
FOR 90-GALLON CART SERVICE; PROVIDING A
GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFEC-
TIVE DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 57-93 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
compliance with the laws of the State of Florida and the Charter
of the City of Delray Beach, Florida.
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Mr. Arthur Jackel, resident, felt that the 3% increase
for garbage and trash service is well in line with inflation and
that the quality of service during the past ten years has been
excellent.
The public hearing was closed.
Upon question by Dr. Alperin, Mr. Safford explained
that the calculations were based upon the actual rate per indi-
vidual property owner.
Mr. Randolph moved approval of Ordinance No. 57-93 on
Second and PINAL reading, seconded by Mrs. Smith. Upon roll call
the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mrs. Smith
- Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth - Yes. Said
motion passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
11. Comments and Inquiries on Non-Agenda Items:
ll.B. From ~he Public.
1) Murray Burns stated, as he understands it, that all the
subscribers of Leadership Cable are going to lose NBC, CBS and
FOX Network by October 5, 1993, unless an agreement is reached.
In addition, according to the contract Leadership has with the
City, the City Manager is the coordinator and he questioned why
the City is not involved on behalf of the citizens regarding the
loss of these major channels. He was told the City Attorney's
office handles this. He then spoke with City Attorney Ruby
regarding the same question, who told him her office had not been
asked to intercede.
The City Manager responded that, in his discussion with
Leadership Cable, he understands that the only channel with which
there remains a problem is Channel 12 and negotiations are ongo-
ing with the hope that something will be worked out.
Mr. Burns repeated his question as to why the City is
not involved, in that, the City approved the contract and, as the
City Manager is coordinator, does not understand why the City is
not protecting its citizens. The City Manager responded that on
that particular issue, i.e., the implementation of various rules
promulgated by the Federal Communication Commission, all the City
can do is go to our Congressman and urge his intervention with
the FCC and the Cable Act who started all this in motion in the
first place.
The City Attorney advised that she and the Mayor spoke
with Channel 12 and their General Manager explained the problems
he was having and what he was trying to do. The rules promulgat-
ed by the FCC have certain "must carry" provisions and there is a
choice; you either choose not to be carried by cable television
or, if you want to be, there is a price that must be paid and
some of the cable channels do not choose to pay a price to be
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included in the broadcast stations. This really is between those
two parties, although citizens can have some clout or effect on
the cable companies if they complain.
The City Manager stated he will contact the people at
Leadership Cable to verify what the situation is. His under-
standing is that channels other than 12 have invoked the "must
carry" rule and they have to be carried on Leadership Cable. The
only channel that had invoked the other rule where the cable
company would have to pay them, was Channel 12. The City Manager
stated he hoped to have more complete information by tomorrow if
anyone would like to call his office.
2) Mr. Burns stated there were small companies that were
picking up trash around the City and he understands that this is
against regulations. Another problem is that landscapers are
dumping cuttings and trash at curbside and Waste Management is
asking for an increase to offset this extra pickup. Code En-
forcement has a hard time enforcing these acts of violation.
3) Charles Kline, 1030 Silk Oak Terrace, representing the
Men's Golf Association as well as the Ladies' Golf Association,
stated there are 330 members of the Delray Beach Golf Club.
There are 369 prepaid memberships, so the two organizations
represent almost 95% of the total membership. They recently had
a meeting with the City Manager and Assistant City Manager
Barcinski wherein issues were discussed that were disturbing to
the membership. The one issue he would like to discuss tonight
is in regard to holding the line on an increase in the fees for
prepaid membership for the 1994 season, fees for lockers and the
fees for bag storage. Carts are going to be in need of replace-
ment within two or three years, which is an expensive issue. The
representatives of the Golf Association agreed to an increase in
carts to offset this cost. He recently learned the line wa~ held
on the prepaid annual fees. However, it is his understanding
that an increase in the fees for bag storage and lockers was
necessary. He requested the Commission to hold the line in the
bag~ storage area and locker area as they have in annual prepaid
membership. He does not see what sense it makes to increase bag
storage 20% in one year and another 5% in the following year when
the same lockers are being dealt with.
Mr. Kline continued by stating that last year Mr. Dubin
had requested a $10 increase from $50 to $60, an increase of 20%.
Many objected to the $60 fee and some paid and some did not.
Those who paid, he understands, will receive a credit of $10 per
person this year by honoring the new fee. Now, another 5% is
being added. He compared Delray's fees with five other nearby
municipalities and feels the Commission is wise not to increase
fees for prepaid members, as Delray Beach is the highest of six
surrounding municipalities at a cost of $787.50. They feel it is
out of line, as a lot of senior citizens are involved. Their
request is that the Commission reconsider and leave the fees the
way they were last year.
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4) Arthur Jackel, Chairman of United Property Owners,
stated he distributed an article that was published in the Sun
Sentinel newspaper rating the cities of Palm Beach County with
respect to crime. The only city with a worse record than that of
Delray was West Palm Beach who has a much larger population. It
seems the City is doing only a small fraction of what needs to be
done. He feels that the Police Department must be strengthened,
our County judicial system and jails improved and all our efforts
to make our State laws stronger put to use. It will take an
aroused citizenry to accomplish the above, not another bond
issue. He hopes and trusts our elected leaders are up to this
challenge.
5) William Andrews, 801 Palm Trail, commented that it is
interesting that the City has another Commissioner that indepen-
dently is coming before the Commission and speaking on the same
issue - crime. Good citizens that founded this community, some
of which are now reaching retirement age, are looking at new
communities to move into. He feels the City has been fortunate
to have escaped what is occurring in more of the metropolitan
areas, but he would like the Commission to consider one thing
tonight. When he sat on the Commission some years ago, everyone
got together, upon growing tired of the school system and the way
they were treating Delray, and an independent commission was
appointed that got the job done. They had a forum, they met
regularly, and followed up on those persons who were dropping the
ball outside the Commission domain. The Police Department, as
has been learned at the Citizen's Police Academy, are doing the
best job they can. What he would not like to see is repeat
offender incidents. He would like to see an independent crime
commission formed who would look at solutions because solutions
are different in every neighborhood. David Randolph has yelled
and screamed, has been quoted over and over and has very valid
points for his neighborhood. Mr. Andrews stated he has valid
points for his neighborhood as well and it does not happen at a
little neighborhood meeting on a Sunday afternoon where the
Police officer comes out and says, "Gee, you ought to lock your
doors, put three more dead bolts on and flood your backyard with
lights." It does not work. He stated that he spent over $7,000
after the burglaries to his business to try and insulate his
properties and still is not secure. Another thing that must be
done is to follow the arrest results. We cannot have people let
out of jail too soon. He stated he would like the City Lobbyist
to pursue every House of Representative person to the point where
she knows whether they are putting a bill up and earnestly fol-
lowing it or just appeasing the residents at the local level. He
feels it is a legislative problem and, even though it is a tough
problem, it is no tougher than the victory realized with the
School Board. He is looking forward to the Commission getting on
with it.
6) Jean Be~r, Tropic Isle, commented that she agrees with
Mr. Andrews and Mr. Jackel 100% and the legislative delegation is
going to be here in November to have meetings. If Delray has any
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Grass Roots Movement Commission or whatever in Delray, there is
no reason why there should not be a lot of citizens from Delray
going to those legislative hearings and stating how they feel and
insisting something be done on the State level. Those meetings
consist of mostly bureaucrats wanting more money and there are
very few people who get up and talk about the basic needs of the
citizens.
Ms. Beer stated she feels Cable Television is a monopo-
ly in our City; they have never given their rate structure that
was supposed to have been available. She stated she has yet to
see what the changes are going to be in Leadership Cablevision,
unless they have it on television.
8) Helen Coopersmi~h, resident, commented, with regard to
Cable Television, that the only station that has it on every 15
minutes is Channel 12, who may not be a part of it. She does not
feel there is anything to worry about.
9) Alice Finst, 707 Place Tavant, spoke again with regard
to Congress Avenue and what appears to be someone approaching the
City to install yet another recycling project on the east side of
Congress Avenue. She feels as long as Congress Avenue remains in
the condition it is, the City will continue to have this type of
business wanting to locate in that area. She proposed scheduling
a workshop on a discussion of Congress Avenue, particularly on
the area from the canal east to 1-95 and from Atlantic Avenue
north to Lake Ida Road. She feels the entire block, if it can be
called a block, should be looked at with regard to zoning. At
one time in the Comprehensive Plan it was suggested that the east
side of Congress Avenue be zoned so hotels could be placed there.
There is much vacant land not being developed and, as a result,
the fields are overgrown, there is no landscaping, the strips
next to the street are in sad shape, people are parking vehicles
on the west side and the entire area looks generally bad. She
suggested that some better plan be instituted.
15. Qomments and Inquirie~ Qn NQn-Aggnda I~m~.
I~A. Commission~
13.A.1. Mr. Randolph had no comments.
13.A.2. Mrs. Smith expressed agreement with the idea of a Crime
Commission suggested by Mr. Andrews and reinforced by Mr. Jackel.
She feels it is time for the City and the Commission to take a
strong stand.
Mrs. Smith commented about an article in the newspaper
showing workers in the cemetery and identifying their places of
residence, two of which were not residents of Delray Beach. She
is interested in knowing what is being done in all departments of
the City to employ Delray Beach residents.
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Mrs. Smith stated that on Saturday at 12:00 Noon, at
the corner of S.W. 8th Avenue and 1st Street, there will be a
dedication ceremony to celebrate the two homes built for Habitat
for Humanity and she would like to see a good attendance.
13.3. Dr. Alperin, in response to the remarks by Ms. Finst,
expressed the feeling that it might be more appropriate to turn
the matter of Congress Avenue over to P&Z.
Dr. Alperin stated he felt Mr. Andrews brought up a
good point about seeing the same criminals the second and third
time. The Drug Task Force for the City has discussed this and it
has been before the Commission in an attempt to get a Judge
assigned to South County so that he may become familiar with the
people who come before him and will recognize the repeat offend-
ers. To his knowledge there has been no positive response.
~3.4. Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth, in referring to the Delegation
Meeting, asked if municipalities request a place on the agenda.
If we should take the position such as that suggested by Mr.
Andrews, could we be pro active in this and add a presentation to
the delegation. The City Manager responded that it would be
appropriate to contact the delegation office and request schedul-
ing on the agenda. Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth asked the Commission
if they would be interested in discussing this on a workshop in
the future. The consensus of the Commission was to place this on
an upcoming Workshop agenda for discussion.
I$.B. The City Attorney had no comments.
13~C. The City Manager had no further comments.
Vice-Mayor Ellingsworth declared the meeting adjourned
at 8:20 P.M.
Acting City Clerk
The undersigned is the Acting 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 September 28,
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1993, which minutes were formally approved and adopted by the
City Commission on t~//.%/~ , .
Acting City Clerk
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