06-23-92 JUNE 23, 1992
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 6:00 P.M., Tuesday, June 23, 1992.
1. Roll call showed:
Present - Commissioner Jay Alperin
Commissioner William Andrews
Commissioner Armand Mouw
Commissioner David Randolph
Mayor Thomas E. Lynch
Absent - None
Also present were - Acting City Manager Robert A. Barcinski and
City Attorney Jeffrey S. Kurtz
2. The opening prayer was delivered by Reverend Timothy Harden,
Assistant Pastor of Barwick Road Baptist Church.
3. The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of
America was given.
4. Dr. Aiperin requested that Item No. 9.L. be moved to the
beginning of the Regular Agenda as Item No. 9.A.A. Mayor Lynch request-
ed that Item No. 12.A. be moved to the Public Hearing portion of the
agenda as Item No. 10.A.A. Acting City Manager Barcinski requested that
Item No. 9.M., an addendum item, be moved to the beginning of the
Regular Agenda as Item No. 9.A.A.A.
Dr. Alperin moved for approval of the agenda, as amended,
seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the Commission voted as
follows: Mr. Mouw - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - Yes; Mr.
Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0
vote.
5. Approval of Minutes. NONE.
6.A. Mayor Lynch read and presented a proclamation proclaiming the
Month of July, 1992, as "Recreation and Parks Month". Joe Weldon,
Director of Parks and Recreation, came forward to accept the proclama-
tion.
7. Presentations. NONE.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were considered by the Commission as the
Consent Agenda:
8.A. Amend~.ent to the Contract with Highland Beach. The Commission
is to consider approval of an amendment to the contract for the disposal
of pretreated waste with Highland Beach, which authorizes the City of
Delray Beach to administer its Industrial Pretreatment Program within
the Highland Beach City limits. Approval is recommended.
8.B. Kiwanis Beach Festival. The Commission is to consider approval
of a request from the Sunrise Kiwanis to hold a beach festival on
Saturday, July 24 and Sunday, July 25 on the municipal beach at Atlantic
Avenue and A1A. Approval is recommended.
8.C. Metropolitan Planning Organization Bikeways Planning Program.
The Commission is to consider approval of the Metropolitan Planning
Organization's Bicycle Concept Plan, with modifications as recommended
by the Planning and Zoning Board as follows:
1. Removal of the University Parkway corridor.
2. Revise the Morikami corridor to use Old Dixie
Highway/F.E.C. Railroad north/south instead of
Brant Drive/Lindell Boulevard.
3. Revise the Delray Corridor to use N.E. 3rd
Street/F.E.C. Railroad north/south instead of
Swinton Avenue.
4. Addition of a Barwick Road corridor from the north
City Limit to West Atlantic Avenue.
5. Addition of an Atlantic Avenue corridor from Jog
Road to A1A.
6. Addition of a Homewood Boulevard corridor from West
Atlantic Avenue to Linton Boulevard.
7. Addition of a Linton Boulevard corridor from Homewood
Boulevard to A1A.
Approval is recommended.
8.D. Final Plat Approval. The Commission is to consider approval of
the final plat for the Delray Residential Treatment Campus of the Drug
Abuse Foundation located on the southwest corner of S.W. 4th Street and
Swinton Avenue subject to the condition that, prior to the plat being
released for recording, a financial guarantee be submitted for all
public improvements. Approval is recommended.
8.E. Cancellation and Re-award of Bid/Uniform Rental Services. The
Commission is to consider cancellation of the bid awarded to Cadillac
Uniform Supply for non-performance and re-awarding the bid to' Aratex
Services, Inc., in the amount of $30,485, with funding from various
departmental accounts. Approval is recommended.
8.F. Rejections of Bids/Veterans Park Shuffleboard Courts Project.
The Commission is to consider rejecting the bids for the Veterans Park
Shuffleboard Courts and authorizing staff to re-advertise this project
as part of the overall Veterans Park improvement project. Rejection of
bids is recommended.
8.G. Authorization to Allocate Decade of Excellence Bond Issue
Interest Earnings. The Commission is to consider authorizing staff to
allocate $22,373 in interest earnings from the Decade of Excellence Bond
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Issue (Account No. 225-0000-301-25.00) to cover additional expenses
incurred in conjunction with the development of temporary and permanent
Fire Station No. 5 sites. Approval is recommended.
8.H. Award of Bids and Contracts.
1. Medical and Drug Supplies - Fire Department - various
vendors in the estimated annual amount of $82,081, with funding
from Fire Operations - Operating Supplies (Account No.
001-2315-526-35.15).
2. S.D. Spady Road Construction - N.W. 10th Avenue - Asphalt
Construction of the Palm Beaches, Inc., in the amount of
$234,950.75 with funding from Decade of Excellence - Spady
Elementary (Account No. 225-3162-541-61.74).
8.I. Right-of-Entry Access Easements/CBD Alleyway Project. The
Commission is to consider approval of agreements for right-of-entry from
various property owners in conjunction with the CBD Alley Reconstruction
project. Approval is recommended.
8.J. Approval of Right-of-Ent.ry and License Agreement. The Commis-
sion is to consider approval of a right of entry and license agreement
from the Palm Beach County School Board for a 25-foot temporary con-
struction easement in conjunction with N.W. 10th Avenue road improve-
ments. Approval is recommended.
8.K. Interlocal Agreement with the Town of Gulfstream. The Commis-
sion is to consider approval of an interlocal agreement with the Town of
Gulfstream for the extension of fire and emergency medical services to
that community. Approval is recommended.
8.L. Emergency Repair. The Commission is to consider approval of
the emergency repair of Lift Station No. 50, located on Lowson Boulevard
and an award of contract to Johnson and Davis in the amount of $48,000,
with funding from Renewal and Replacement - Sewer Systems/Mains and
Lines (Account No. 442-5178-536.60-66). Approval is recommended.
Dr. Alperin moved for approval of the Consent Agenda, seconded
by Mr. Andrews. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Dr.
Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes;
Mr. Mouw - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
REGULAR AGENDA
9.A.A.A. (9.M.) Resolution No. 67-92/Request for Funding - Roots Cultur-
al Festival. Resolution No. 67-92, supporting the Fifteenth Annual
Roots Cultural Festival, is before the Commission for consideration and
to approve a request for funding in the amount of $2,000 in addition to
other requests such as temporary tent permits, placement of signage, use
of the tennis center and use of the Pompey Park facility and staff with
funding available in the Commission Contingency (Account No.
001-1111-511-33.81).
Acting City Manager Barcinski presented Resolution No. 67-92:
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE ROOTS CULTURAL FESTIVAL,
INC., IN THEIR EFFORTS TO SPONSOR THE FIFTEENTH ANNUAL
"ROOTS CULTURAL FESTIVAL" IN THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH,
FLORIDA.
(Copy of Resolution No. 67-92 is on file in the official
Resolution Book)
Mr. Randolph moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 67-92,
seconded by Dr. Alperin. Upon roll call the Commission voted as fol-
lows: Mr. Andrews - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mr.
Mouw - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
Dr. Alperin moved for approval of the request list, seconded by
Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mr.
Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes;
Mr. Andrews - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9.A.A. (9.L.) Discussion of Site Selection for Tennis Tournament. The
Commission is to consider a continuation of the discussion of a site
selection for the 1993 Tennis Tournament.
Upon question by Mayor Lynch, the City Attorney advised that
the closing on Laver's has not yet occurred. A letter was received from
the German group indicating that they will be willing to do certain
things for the City and an itemized list of these things has been placed
before each Commissioner.
Christopher Brown, Director of the Community Redevelopment
Agency, gave a short presentation of the reasons behind the CRA involve-
ment in the Tennis Facility. At the close of an all day community
workshop held recently, it was the consensus of those persons partici-
pating, that the stadium be located downtown and that the tennis center
be redeveloped, thereby reassuring the public of the faith in the
downtown investment.
The CRA requested that Ed Stone, Jr., Land Planners, submit a
land plan that would address the needs of the agreement signed by the
Commission with the Virginia Slims representatives.
A representative from Ed Stone, Jr., Land Planners, explained
the design before the Commission, showing the upgrading, the additions
and the refurbishing.
Mr. Brown made further comment as to the costs involved,
including the stadium court, which he estimated to be at $1,900,000,
excluding land acquisition, which he estimated to be another $150,000,
resulting in a total project cost of approximately $2,100,000.
Kevin Egan, Chairman of the CRA, requested that the Commission
seriously consider locating the tennis center downtown, thereby allowing
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the City to maintain better control. He further stated that the CRA
will be able to lend support, including some financial assistance.
Mr. Brown stated that the CRA was visited yesterday by the U.S.
Tennis Association Junior Program and they expressed a desire to select
Delray Beach as a site for a major junior tennis program, if it should
be located downtown.
Mayor Lynch requested that the City Attorney meet with Mr.
Liddy, of Liddun International, and inquire as to whether or not he
would like a decision by July 1, or if he would be willing to wait until
the first meeting in July. The City Attorney questioned the date of the
next meeting, should Mr. Liddy feel a definite decision needs to be made
by July 1. Mayor Lynch responded that, should this be necessary, the
Commission would probably meet this coming Thursday, June 25, 1992.
9.A. Review of Appealable Land Development Actions of Various
Boards. The Commission is to consider accepting actions and decisions
made by the Planning and Zoning Board, Site Plan Review and Appearance
Board and the Historic Preservation Board during the period June 15,
1992 through June 19, 1992.
Dr. Alperin moved to receive and file the report, seconded by
Mr. Andrews. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mayor
Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - Yes; Mr.
Randolph - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9.B. Appeal of Planning and Zoning Board Decision. The Commission
is to consider an appeal of a Planning and Zoning Board decision with
rega, d to the status of a non-conforming use at 445 N. Federal Highway.
Planning and Zoning Board and City Attorney recommend denial.
Assistant City Attorney Tolces stated this issue centers around
establishing a non-conforming use in a vacant structure known as the
Federal Auto Plaza. Prior to the appeal made by the owner, a window
tinting installation business had been proposed for one of the bays.
However, an occupational license was denied because of the non-con-
forming use in that particular zone and the previous non-conforming
business located in that bay had vacated for a period of more than 180
days. Section 1.3.5(B) of the Land Development Regulations states that
when this occurs, every subsequent use shall be in conformance with the
zoning requirements.
Michael Weiner, representing the applicant, Hans Egger, Inc.,
gave a precise and defined presentation of the issue and his interpre-
tation of the particular section contained in the Land Development
Regulations that, he feels, has been incorrectly applied in this situa-
tion. It is his opinion that there was no abandonment or cessation of
the automotive use for that property, but only a portion of the struc-
ture; therefore, vacancy of a portion of the property does not demand
discontinuance of the use. He requested that the Commission reverse the
decision of the Planning and Zoning Board and allow the business to
proceed.
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The City Attorney advised the City's Ordinance states that when
a non-conforming use is discontinued or abandoned, it is upheld, as in
the case of the Marina Delray. It has long been the consistent position
of the City Attorney's office that intent is not necessary under the
City's ordinances. The City's position with regard to a non-conforming
use is that it is a very limited issue, allowing the use that was
previously there. He stated he feels it is appropriately within the
ability of the Commission to interpret the ordinance, its meaning and
what is best from a policy standpoint. The idea is to restrict these
non-conforming uses and the zoning was changed because it was felt that
the use was basically inappropriate for the area. If circumstances
change, a rezoning can be applied for in order to accommodate the use.
Discussion followed.
Dr. Alperin moved to deny the appeal and to uphold the decision
of the Planning and Zoning Board, seconded by Mr. Andrews. Upon roll
call the Commission voted as follows: Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw -
Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - Yes; Mr. Randolph - No. Said
motion passed with a 4 to 1 vote.
At this point, the time being 7:00 P.M., the Commission moved
to the Public Hearing portion of the agenda.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
12.A. (10.A.A.) Ordinance No. 24-92. Ordinance No. 24-92, rezoning and
placing land presently zoned RM (Multiple Family Residential - Medium
Density) district in CF (Community Facilities) district, said land being
located on the south side of Avenue L, between Federal Highway and
Florida Boulevard, is before the Commission for consideration on First
Reading. Planning and Zoning Board recommends denial. If passed,
Public Hearing will be held July 14th.
Acting City Manager Barcinski presented Ordinance No. 24-92:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, REZONING AND PLACING LAND
PRESENTLY ZONED RM (MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL -
MEDIUM DENSITY) DISTRICT IN CF (COMMUNITY FACILITIES)
DISTRICT; SAID LAND BEING LOTS 55 THROUGH 58, BLOCK
32, DEL-RATON PARK, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF
RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 14, PAGE 10 OF THE PUBLIC
RECORDS OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA; AND AMENDING
"ZONING DISTRICT MAP, DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, 1990";
PROVIDING A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING A
SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 24-92 is on file in the official Ordi-
nance Book)
Jose Aguila, Associate with Currie Schneider Associates, the
agent for the applicants, stated the request is for the rezoning of a
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lot, which is currently zoned RM, to CF. After reviewing staff comments
and the conditions for approval, the applicants are willing to accom-
modate those concerns. This lot will be used for a display of new
vehicles only and will be sufficiently landscaped.
Dr. Alperin questioned if the directions alluded to were meant
to encourage or to present a method of approaching the Commission for
approval. Mr. Kovacs responded that the direction was to provide a
method of approaching, as opposed to going through, the Plan Amendment
process. Dr. Alperin expressed concerns with this project.
The City Attorney cautioned the Commission, stating this is a
rezoning and rezonings are not necessarily tied to particular site plans
or uses, but to an overall picture of what is the best zoning for the
land.
Charles Smith, 2110 Spanish Trail, speaking on behalf of the
Tropic Isle Civic Association, questioned if the Auto Dealer policy,
which called for no eastern expansion of automobile related businesses
south of Linton Boulevard, is no longer in effect.
Jean Beer, resident, stated that the Planning Board and the
City Commission passed the automobile dealer policy to go back into the
Comprehensive Plan with the newest plan amendment that has been sent to
DCA.
Mr. Mouw moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 24-92 on First
Reading, seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the Commission voted
as follows: Mr. Mouw - Yes; Dr. Alperin - No; Mr. Andrews - No; Mr.
Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - No. Said motion FAILED with a 3 to 2
vote.
10.A. Determination of Substantial Deviation. The Commission is to
consider whether or not the addition of Builder's Square to the
Delint/Waterford DRI constitutes a substantial deviation from the
approved Development of Regional Impact (DRI). Consideration is recom-
mended. Prior to consideration of determination of this addition, a
public hearing has been scheduled to be held at this time.
Mayor Lynch advised that this is not a hearing on Builder's
Square, but whether or not the project has been substantially deviated
by the changes now being presented.
Mr. Kovacs gave an overview and explained what constitutes a
substantial deviation. It is his recommendation that this is a substan-
tial deviation from what was previously approved and, should the Commis-
sion agree, that will determine the process to be followed and on what
basis final action is taken.
Alan Ciklin, Attorney representing the applicant, stated it is
their feeling that this is a well-defined process and Florida Statutes
are designed to set out objective criteria for guidance in making that
decision. His request is that the Commission determine that this is not
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a substantial deviation, allowing them to return again and discuss the
issue at some future time.
Upon question by Mayor Lynch, the City Attorney advised that
this is a decision that must be made by the Commission. The criteria,
referred to by Attorney Ciklin that is not being met by his applicants,
is due to a rule by the DCA. It is his feeling that the criteria
discussed by Attorney Ciklin and Mr. Kovacs are things the Commission
can consider in determining whether there is or is not a substantial
deviation.
Helen Coopersmit~, President of PROD, gave a brief presentation
regarding the Delint/Waterford project and what has transpired during
the past seven years. Her request was for the Commission to endorse the
recommendation of the Planning Director, determining that the proposed
change does constitute a substantial deviation to the Delint/Waterford
DRI.
Bill Pristupa, President, Tropic Palms Homeowner's Association,
stated he is concerned regarding the impact on the immediate area, over
and above the traffic issue.
Jerry Marshall, Woodlake, stated the legalese, as submitted by
Attorney Ciklin, clouded the issue with his many areas of 'lesser
impact', as opposed to making it more clear.
The public hearing was closed.
Dr. Alperin moved that the proposed change constitutes a
substantial deviation to the Delint/Waterford DRI and that further
development of Regional Impact Review as recommended by the Planning and
Zoning Board be made, seconded by Mr. Andrews. Upon roll call the
Commission voted as follows: Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - Yes; Mr.
Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - No; Mr. Mouw - No. Said motion passed
with a 3 to 2 vote.
10.B. Comprehensive Plan Amendment 92-2. The Commission is to
consider authorizing staff to forward Plan Amendment 92-2 to the State
Department of Community Affairs. Planning and Zoning Board recommends
approval, subject to incorporation of recommended modifications as
listed on Comprehensive Plan Amendment 92-2, dated June 17, 1992. Prior
to consideration of authorizing the forwarding of this Plan Amendment, a
public hearing has been scheduled to be held at this time.
Mr. Kovacs advised that the advertising has been taken care of
and the topics have been identified. There is a difference of opinion
on the handling of the Marina item; however, his suggestion is to
forward it to the DCA, address the issue and act on it when it returns
for adoption.
The public hearing was closed.
Acting City Manager Barcinski commented that he is recommending
a change in the language, to leave options open, as it regards the
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Marina surplus fund. This amendment would not preclude any decisions
the Commission may want to make in the budget process this year.
Mr. Randolph moved for approval to transmit Comprehensive Plan
Amendment 92-2 to DCA for the required 90 day review, with the change as
recommended by the Acting City Manager to the paragraph concerning the
marina in the Capital Improvement Element (At P. III-H-7), seconded by
Dr. Alperin. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mr.
Andrews - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes, Mr. Mouw - Yes;'
Dr. Alperin - Yes. Said motion passed with~a 5 to 0 vote.
10.C. Public Input on Goals and Objectives. The Commission is to
consider receiving input from the public with regard to the City's Goals
and Objectives.
June Carr, resident, complimented the City Commission on the
excellent work they are doing for the City. She commented that she
would like to see the City augment the Animal Control efforts, suggest-
ing the possible use of Police canine dog units. She also commented
that something should be done about enforcing the existing noise ord-
inance to prevent the playing of loud music she hears all over town.
She stated the City has an ordinance that requires a general contractor
be hired to repair rental property. She feels the ordinance should be
amended to allow those persons, who are capable, to do their own work.
She further stated that she feels the City should adopt an ordinance
requiring cars at automobile repair shops to show a work order in an
effort to eliminate storing of vehicles.
Alice Finst, 707 Place Tavant, stated she would like to review
the area along Congress Avenue north of Atlantic Avenue to the City
limits and Lake Ida Road from Swinton west. These are gateways to
attractive neighborhoods and there seems to be numerous heavy industrial
opportunities, including the possibility of a recycling plant locating
in the area which, she feels, would adversely affect the area west. She
feels there is a lack of code enforcement in that particular area and
would like to see a general clean-up, including clean-up and landscaping
of the City's property at Lake Ida Road and 1-95.
The public hearing was closed.
10.D. Ordinance No. 19-92. Ordinance No. 19-92, annexing to the City
the Highland Trailer Park property located on Barwick Road approximately
180 feet north of West Atlantic Avenue with an initial zoning of MH
(Mobile Home), is before the Commission for consideration on Second and
FINAL Reading. Planning and Zoning Board 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.
Acting City Manager Barcinski presented Ordinance No. 19-92:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, ANNEXING TO THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, LAND LYING AND BEING IN SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 46
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SOUTH, RANGE 42 EAST, PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND
BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED HEREIN, WHICH LAND
IS CONTIGUOUS TO EXISTING MUNICIPAL LIMITS OF SAID
CITY; SAID LAND IS LOCATED ON BARWICK ROAD, APPROXI-
MATELY 143 FEET NORTH OF WEST ATLANTIC AVENUE; REDE-
FINING THE BOUNDARIES OF SAID CITY TO INCLUDE SAID
LAND; PROVIDING FOR THE RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OF SAID
LAND; PROVIDING FOR THE ZONING THEREOF TO MH (MOBILE
HOME) DISTRICT; PROVIDING A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE;
PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 19-92 is on file in the official Ordi-
nance 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.
Thelma Voss, Vice-President of Highland Park Company, Inc.,
stated that they prefer the terminology of "Mobile Home" as opposed to
"Trailer Park". They have requested that the park be annexed for the
past seven years and it is'their hope that the Commission will vote in
favor of this annexation.
The public hearing was closed.
Dr. Alperin moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 19-92 on
Second and FINAL Reading, seconded by Mr. Andrews. Upon roll call the
Commission voted as follows: Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mr.
Mouw - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - Yes. Said motion passed
with a 5 to 0 vote.
10.E. Ordinance No. 20-92. Ordinance No. 20-92, annexing to the City
the G&Z Auto Care property located on the northwest corner of Atlantic
Avenue and Barwick Road with an initial zoning of GC (General Commer-
cial), is before the Commission for consideration on Second and FINAL
Reading. Planning and Zoning Board 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.
Acting City Manager Barcinski presented Ordinance No. 20-92:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, ANNEXING TO THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, LAND LYING AND BEING IN SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 46
SOUTH, RANGE 42 EAST, PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA; AND
BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED HEREIN, WHICH LAND
IS CONTIGUOUS TO EXISTING MUNICIPAL LIMITS OF SAID
CITY; SAID LAND IS LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF
BARWICK ROAD AND WEST ATLANTIC AVENUE; REDEFINING THE
BOUNDARIES OF SAID CITY TO INCLUDE SAID LAND;
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PROVIDING FOR THE RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OF SAID LAND;
PROVIDING FOR THE ZONING THEREOF TO GC (GENERAL
COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT; PROVIDING A GENERAL REPEALER
CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 20-92 is on file in the official Ordi-
nance 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. The public hearing was closed.
Dr. Alperin moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 20-92 on
Second and FINAL Reading, seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the
Commission voted as follows: Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw - Yes; Dr.
Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes. Said motion
passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
10.F. Ordinance No. 21-92. Ordinance No. 21-92, annexing to the City
the Delray Farmers Market and Handy Mart property located west of
Barwick Road on the north side of West Atlantic Avenue with an initial
zoning of NC (Neighborhood Commercial), is before the Commission for
consideration on Second and FINAL Reading. Planning and Zoning Board
recommends 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.
Acting City Manager Barcinski presented Ordinance No. 21-92:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, ANNEXING TO THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, LAND LYING AND BEING IN SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 46
SOUTH, RANGE 42 EAST, PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND
BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED HEREIN, WHICH LAND
IS CONTIGUOUS TO EXISTING MUNICIPAL LIMITS OF SAID
CITY; SAID LAND IS LOCATED WEST OF BARWICK ROAD ON THE
NORTH SIDE OF WEST ATLANTIC AVENUE; REDEFINING THE
BOUNDARIES OF SAID CITY TO INCLUDE SAID LAND; PROVID-
ING FOR THE RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OF SAID LAND;
PROVIDING FOR THE ZONING THEREOF TO NC (NEIGHBORHOOD
COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT; PROVIDING A GENERAL REPEALER
CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 21-92 is on file in the official Ordi-
nance 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. The public hearing was closed.
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Mr. Randolph moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 21-92 on
Second and FINAL Reading, seconded by Dr. Alperin. Upon roll call the
Commission voted as follows: Mr. Mouw - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr.
Andrews - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - 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.1. Acting City Manager Barcinski stated in response to Ms.
Feldman's question with regard to the 1-95/Atlantic Avenue west widen-
ing, 1-95 construction will commence in February of 1993.
ll.A.2. Acting City Manager Barcinski stated the wax myrtle has been
deleted from the City's list of landscaping materials.
ll.A.3. Acting City Manager Barcinski stated staff is researching the
question relative to the "No Wake" zone on the Intracoastal Waterway
near the Delray Harbor Club.
ll.A.4. Acting City Manager Barcinski commented that staff has been
requested to upgrade the monitoring of animals on sidewalks at the beach
and the noise levels of boom boxes generating from automobiles.
ll.A.5. Acting City Manager Barcinski advised that discussions are
ongoing with the County Engineering Department with respect to the
request for a crossing signal at Military Trail south of Linton Boule-
vard.
ll.A.6. Acting City Manager Barcinski stated the resurfacing of
Homewood Boulevard from Lowson Boulevard to Atlantic Boulevard will
commence the week of July 5th.
ll.B.1. Lillian Feldman questioned what Item 8.C. (MPO Bikeways Plan-
ning P~ogram) on the Consent Agenda is referring to. Mr. Kovacs pre-
sented Ms. Feldman with a packet of backup material in response to her
question.
ll.B.2. June Carr, on behalf of the residents in her neighborhood,
questioned the proposed installation of the sewer system in Silver
Terrace and how it would be coordinated with road paving and drainage
system installation. She also suggested that the City acquire a better
street grader to take care of the potholes that form immediately after a
rain. She commented that something should be done about the fence
between the Silver Terrace subdivision and the Delray Mall, which is
deteriorating. Mayor Lynch stated that Acting City Manager Barcinski
would review her concerns and be in touch.
ll.B.3. Dan Burns stated the goal for the Fourth of July fireworks has
nearly been met and he is appreciative of any and all donations re-
ceived.
FIRST READINGS
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12.A. (SEE ITEM NO. 10.A.A.)
12.B. Ordinance No. 25-92. Ordinance No. 25-92, rezoning and placing
land presently zoned POC (Planned Office Center) district in NC (Neigh-
borhood Commercial) district, said land being located at the northwest
corner of Congress Avenue and Lake Ida Road, is before the Commission
for consideration on First Reading. Planning and Zoning Board recom-
mends denial. If passed, Public Hearing will be held July 14th.
Acting City Manager Barcinski presented Ordinance No. 25-92:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, REZONING AND PLACING LAND
PRESENTLY ZONED POC (PLANNED OFFICE CENTER) DISTRICT
IN NC (NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT; SAID LAND
LYING AND BEING IN THE EAST ONE-HALF OF SECTION 7,
TOWNSHIP 46 SOUTH, RANGE 43 EAST, PALM BEACH COUNTY,
FLORIDA, AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED HEREIN;
AND AMENDING "ZONING DISTRICT MAP, DELRAY BEACH,
FLORIDA, 1990"; PROVIDING A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE;
PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
The City Attorney read the caption of the ordinance.
Mayor Lynch stated he has one problem, mainly that the appli-
cant has submitted a letter changing the original proposal which is on
the agenda. It is his understanding that there will not be a car wash,
additional land is being donated to the north of the property and they
are agreeable to a change in the landscaping and buffering of the
project at a further distance from the street corners.
Mr. Kovacs advised that any change to the original rezoning
application requires renotice, so what is being proposed can only be
acted upon through a renoticing or the applicant must withdraw the
original application and resubmit.
Jan Hansen, planning consultant for the applicant, stated that
the offer made is a valid and sincere offer. He would like an opportu-
nity to work on the proposal and return to the Commission after getting
some idea as to what is expected or wanted at that location.
The City Attorney stated he has not seen the letter; however,
he is of the opinion that the applicant is getting dangerously close to
potential contract zoning, which is illegal. If, in fact, there was an
offer to donate land to the City for recreational use, that should be a
separate item and he would not like to see those two items linked
together.
Mr. Kovacs recommended that the Commission deny what is on the
agenda tonight and, should the applicant return with a donation of land,
that will be a separate proposal.
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Mr. Hansen questioned the discrepancy between the 1.70 acres
being discussed tonight and the legal description that denotes 1.073
acres. The City Attorney responded that his concern is only with the
metes and bounds description and, if there is a typographical error, it
will be corrected.
Mr. Hansen reviewed the issues that were brought forward at the
recent Planning and Zoning Board meeting. At the request of the appli-
cant to retain the opportunity to return to the Planning and Zoning
Board, Mr. Kovacs stated this process with a metes and bounds descrip-
tion on a parcel of property cannot be changed again. He recommended
that the application be withdrawn, leaving a clean record and, if the
applicant would like to return to P&Z at some future date with a pro-
posal for the entire seven acres in one petition, he can reapply and go
through the process.
The applicant withdrew the application.
At this point the Commission declared a two minute recess.
9.C. Conditional Use Request. The Commission is to consider approv-
al of the conditional use request to establish an auto repair shop, Blue
Max German Auto, on the southeast corner of S.E. 9th Street and S.E. 5th
Avenue. Planning and Zoning Board recommends approval, subject to the
following conditions:
A. That a full site plan application be submitted pursuant
to Section 2.4.3 of the Land Development Regulations,
which addresses the "Items of Concern" identified in this
Staff Report.
B. That a plat be processed pursuant to Chapter 5 of the
Land Development Regulations concurrently with the site
plan.
C. That a landscape plan and irrigation plan be submitted
for the perimeter landscape strip of the entire block,
prior to or concurrent, with the submittal of a building
permit application.
D. That the service bays be enclosed and overhead doors
provided.
E. That the canopy along S.E. 5th Avenue be removed and
landscaping provided; or that a landscaped area along
with nonmountable curbing be provided on the north side
of the canopy area, adjacent to the driveway.
F. That a traffic study be submitted prior to, or concurrent
with, the full site plan or plat application, whichever
is submitted first.
G. That accommodations be made to prevent drainage from
flowing onto S.E. 9th Street.
Acting City Manager Barcinski stated the applicant objects to
the condition regarding the removal of the canopy. Discussion followed.
Mr. Mouw moved for approval of the conditional use request for
the Blue Max German Auto, including all of the conditions imposed by the
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Planning and Zoning Board; however, permitting parking in the shade of
the canopy on the west side of the building, seconded by Mr. Randolph.
Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Dr. Alperin - No; Mr.
Andrews - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - No; Mr. Mouw - Yes.
Said motion passed with a 3 to 2 vote.
9.D. Consideration of Request for Abandonment of Right-of-Way. The
Commission is to consider abandoning an 80 by 160 foot section of
unimproved right-of-way located just north of Lowson Boulevard, between
Homewood Boulevard and Military Trail. Staff recommends denial.
Acting City Manager Barcinski explained that Florida Power and
Light and Leadership Cable both have existing facilities located within
that right-of-way. In addition, there is a 12-inch water main and a
12-inch sewer force main within the right-of-way. Mr. Malooley has
requested that his $500 abandonment fee be returned to him, as he feels
he was misled.
Mr. Mouw moved denial of the request, seconded by Mr. Andrews.
Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Andrews - Yes; Mr.
Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw - Yes; Dr. Alperin - No.
Said motion passed with a 4 to 1 vote.
Before roll call the following discussion was had:
The City Attorney stated that, at the time of closing, there
was no question as to what was or was not included and it was specifi-
cally discussed that there are two ways of meeting the objectives. One
was an abandonment that would transfer a portion of the right-of-way to
Mr. Malooley, which he planned to landscape to the canal. The
right-of-way permit still remains a viable alternative.
At this time the roll was called to the motion.
9.E. Waiver of Replat Requirement. The Commission is to consider a
request from the Palm Beach County Housing Partnership and the owner of
Lot 18, Allamanda Gardens, for waiver of the replat requirements in
order to accommodate the encroachment of a structure into a common
accessway (Tract 3). Acting City Manager Barcinski recommends approval,
subject to the condition that a Unity of Title be recorded, which
combines the portion of Access Tract 3 described as depicted in Exhibit
"C" with Lot 18, in a form which is acceptable to the City Attorney.
Upon question, Mr. Kovacs stated the Homeowner's Association
gave the issue serious consideration and made a decision to support a
modification of the original plat.
Dan O'Conner, representative of James E. Newhouse, Inc., the
surveyors for the project, introduced Byron Jones and Greta Hollis,
owners of the house that was encroaching on the access easement, as
requested by Mr. Kovacs, for the record.
Mr. Andrews moved for approval of the waiver of the replat
requirement, seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the Commission
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voted as follows: Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw -
Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5
to 0 vote.
9.F. Request for Funding/Sunshine State Games. The Commission is to
consider a request for funding in the amount of $1,000 to support the
Sunshine State Games Swimming Competition. Funding is available in the
City Manager's Contingency Account.
Dr. Alperin moved for approval, seconded by Mr. Andrews. Upon
roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw
- Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes. Said
motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9.G. Lake Ida Road Design Modification. The Commission is to
consider providing direction with regard to modifying the design on Lake
Ida Road to include a landscape median in place of the proposed fifth
center/turning lane.
Mr. Kovacs stated in response to questions concerning the
median landscaping on Lake Ida Road east of Congress, the issue was
revisited and redrawn. With the addition of additional right-of-way, it
can be accomplished.
Greg Luttrell, Traffic Engineer, made a presentation of the
proposal to the Commission and the public.
Mr. Kovacs stated direction from the Commission is requested in
order to accomplish this at an approximate cost of $30,000 for redesign,
none of which the County will absorb, and for four more problems that
must be resolved. Discussion followed.
David Henninger, representing the Lake Ida Property Owners
Association, stated a meeting was held for all the homeowners who live
along the existing wall along Lake Ida Road. Those people who will be
giving up a portion of their property in order to extend the right-of-
way were all in favor, with the exception of one family. He would like
the Commission to know that the residents are most willing to cooperate
and are willing to give up their property with a potential of supporting
some of the cost to have a more secure barrier for their property.
Discussion followed.
The consensus of the Commission was to proceed as recommended
by staff (outlined in David Kovac's memo for the June 23rd meeting),
obtain firmer cost estimates, especially as relates to the wall on the
north side of Lake Ida, on the condition that the redesign does not
jeopardize the project's standing on County road work program.
9.H. Appointment of Two Regular and One Alternate Member to the
Civil Service Board. The Commission is to consider the appointment of
two regular members to fill the expiring terms of David Henninger and K.
Howard Wiener and one member to fill the vacant alternate position.
This is a Seat 1 and 2 appointment of regular members and a Seat 5
appointment of an alternate.
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Mr. Mouw moved to appoint James L. "Pete" Bowen as a regular
member, seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the Commission voted
as follows: Mr. Mouw - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - Yes; Mr.
Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0
vote.
Dr. Alperin moved to appoint Wilbur V. Chaney as a regular
member, seconded by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the Commission voted
as follows: Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes;
Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0
vote.
Mayor Lynch recommended the appointment of Helen M. Bartholomew
as an alternate member.
Mr. Randolph moved to appoint Helen M. Bartholomew as an
alternate member, seconded by Mr. Andrews. Upon roll call the Commis-
sion voted as follows: Mr. Andrews - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor
Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes. Said motion passed with
a 5 to 0 vote.
9.I. Appointment to the Community Redevelopment Agency. The Commis-
sion is to consider appointing a member to fill the expiring term of
Matt Gracey, Jr. This is a Seat 4 appointment.
Mr. Randolph moved to appoint Marc deBaptiste, seconded by Dr.
Alperin. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Randolph
- Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews
- Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9.J. Appointment to the Delray Beach Housing Authority. The Commis-
sion is to consider appointing a member to fill the expiring term of
Randee Golder. This is a Seat 1 recommendation for appointment by Mayor
Lynch.
Mr. Mouw recommended that Randee Golder be reappointed. Mayor
Lynch requested that the Commission ratify the nomination.
Mr. Andrews moved for the appointment of Randee Golder, second-
ed by Mr. Randolph. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows:
Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - Yes;
Mr. Randolph - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9.K. Appointment to the Police and Fire Pension Board of Trustees.
The Commission is to consider appointing a member to fill the expiring
term of Leon Weekes. This is a Seat 2 appointment.
Dr. Alperin requested that his appointment be deferred, allow-
ing him time for further research.
Upon question, the City Attorney stated it will be placed on
the agenda of July 14.
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9.N. Ratification of Collective Bargaining Agreement. The Commis-
sion is to consider ratifying the Lieutenant's Fraternal Order of Police
(FOP) Contract.
The City Attorney stated this item was inadvertently omitted at
the time the Commission approved the contract with the Sergeants and
Police Officers. It contains the same material agreements and the range
in pay increase is 3% with an average merit increase of 4% on a 0 to 6
scale. This is the same amount that was ratified for the Police Offi-
cers and Sergeants.
Mr. Randolph moved for ratification, seconded by Mr. Andrews.
Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Mouw - Yes; Dr.
Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes.
Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9.0. Sidewalk Sale. The Commission is to consider a request from
the Chamber of Commerce to hold a sidewalk sale downtown during the
Fourth of July weekend.
Acting City Manager Barcinski stated policy direction is
requested, as there is a request to allow automobile and boat dealers to
display their products at the Atlantic Plaza.
Mr. Mouw moved for approval, seconded by Mr. Randolph.
The City Attorney advised the motion should incorporate, by
inference, any necessary waivers of City ordinances to accommodate this.
Mr. Mouw amended his motion to include the directive by the
City Attorney, Mr. Randolph amended his second. Upon roll call the
Commission voted as follows: Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - Yes; Mr.
Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw - Yes. Said motion passed
with a 5 to 0 vote.
13. .~omments and Inquiries on Non-Agenda Items.
13.A.1. Mr. Andrews commented that he is concerned with respect to the
location of the Tennis Center and the total facility being downtown. He
questioned if it would be possible to have some facilities at various
locations that would be easily accessible to children on bicycles.
13.A.2. Dr. Alperin stated that the Education Joint Task Force was
reconvened last night. There were two concerns, one being the expansion
of the Spady Elementary School Montessori Program, which was supported
by the Education Task Force to expand it from Kindergarten through the
Sixth grade. The second concern was the Elementary School "S" and the
Joint Task Force reaffirmed their intention to have it placed at the
site in the Military Trail/Linton Boulevard quadrant.
13.A.3. Mr. Mouw requested, if the downtown area is designated for the
Tennis Center as the permanent site for the stadium and the remainder of
the development, that the Commission consider allowing the
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responsibility for the construction, the land acquisition, etc., to be
handled by the CRA, since they have spearheaded the project at this
location.
Mr. Mouw suggested that a task force be organized and appointed
to look into promotional uses for the stadium, recommending a varied and
interested group of community individuals who would be eager to support
and encourage ideas. Mayor Lynch suggested this be placed on an upcom-
ing workshop. Mr. Andrews also suggested that an exploration of uses
beyond tennis be made prior to the final decision on construction of the
facility, unlike the current plan that appears to be built strictly for
tennis tournaments. He suggested that this also be placed on an upcom-
ing workshop.
13.A.4. Mayor Lynch requested that the City Attorney look into the
Jennings Case with regard to the public approaching Public Officials
concerning variances and rezonings, as opposed to coming before the
Commission as a body. The City Attorney advised he will be submitting a
memo to the Commission that will be helpful.
13.A.5. Mayor Lynch stated the DDA is asking for the release of funds,
in the amount of some $30,000 from the City's parking fund. At this
time there is about $35,000 in the fund that was given by the Delray
Beach Library. It is his opinion that, if those funds are released,
they should be used for landscaping and other issues in the approximate
area of the library. Acting City Manager Barcinski advised he will look
into this.
13.C.1. Acting City Manager Barcinski stated on Friday, July 10th, at
approximately 12:30 P.M., the Alamo Torch Tour, publicizing the Florida
Sunshine State Games, will be passing through Delray Beach. He ques-
tioned if the Commission would be interested in holding a ten or fifteen
minute ceremony in Veterans Park with a short speech to be made by Frank
Shorter. Vice-Mayor Alperin stated he would be present in the absence
of Mayor Lynch.
13.C.2. Acting City Manager Barcinski stated the N.E. 2nd Avenue
project is scheduled for final completion no later than July 17th.
13.B.1. The City Attorney advised that he has spoken with George Liddy
and there is no need to schedule a meeting on Thursday, as he is willing
to defer the final decision on the Tennis Center until the Regular
Meeting of July 14th.
Mayor Lynch declared the meeting adjourned at 10:55 P.M.
-City ~Clerk
ATTEST:
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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 June 23, 1992, which minutes were formally
approved and adopted by the City Commission on Q(~ ~! /~ .
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