09-10-91 SEPTEMBER 10, 1991
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 6:02 P.M., Tuesday, September 10,
1991.
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 - City Manager David T. Harden and City Attorney Jeffrey S. Kurtz
2. The opening prayer was delivered by Reverend Alan Brewster,
Pastor, Cason Methodist Church.
3. The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of
America was given.
4. The City Manager stated there are three addenda to the agenda,
two of which are Items No. 9.H. and 9.I. The City Attorney added that
Item No. 10.C.1. has been added, a resolution for the adoption of the
budget and rate schedule for the Stormwater Utility. The City Manager
requested that Items No. 10.F. and 12.F. be moved to the beginning of
the Public Hearing portion of the agenda.
Mr. Randolph moved for approval of the agenda, as amended,
seconded by Dr. Alperin. Upon roll call the Commission voted as fol-
lows: 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. Dr. Alperin stated a correction needs to be made on Page 9 of
the Regular meeting minutes of August 27, 1991, (Item 10.D. - Ordinance
No. 52-91) by changing the word "backlog" to "backflow".
Dr. Alperin moved for approval of the minutes of the Regular
Meeting of August 27, 1991, as corrected, 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.
Mr. Randolph moved for approval of the minutes of the Special
Meeting of September 3, 1991, 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.
6. Proclamations.
6.A. Mayor Lynch presented a proclamation proclaiming the week of
October 6 through 12, 1991, as "Respiratory Care Week".
6.B. Mayor Lynch read and presented a proclamation proclaiming the
week of September 17 through 23, 1991, as "Constitution Week". Carlotta
Franklin came forward to accept the proclamation.
7. Presentations.
The City Manager stated a Certificate of Appreciation has been
received from the Florida League of Cities, Inc., in recognition of the
City's participation in the 1991 City Innovations Showcase at the recent
convention in Tampa, with regard to the method used in sealing the sewer
line along the beach.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were considered by the Commission as the
Consent Agenda:
8.A. Acceptance of an Easement. The Commission is to consider
accepting a submerged land easement from the Florida Department of
Natural Resources, Division of State Lands, which provides for an off-
shore borrow area in conjunction with the Beach Renourishment project.
Approval is recommended.
8.B. Request for Waiver of the Landscape Code. The Commission is to
consider approval of a request from Polly Noe Antiques for a waiver to
the Landscape Code to allow their rear parking area to encroach into the
required five foot landscape setback. Historic Preservation Board
recommends approval.
8.C. Service Authorization No. 7/O'Brien, Suiter And O'Brien. The
Commission is to consider approval of Service Authorization No. 7 in the
amount of $1,500 for surveying services necessary to provide boundary
surveys and legal descriptions for the access easement and temporary and
permanent sites for Fire Station No. 5. Funding is available in Decade
of Excellence Bond Issue (Account No. 225-2311-522-61.57). Approval is
recommended.
8.D. Resolution No. 65-91. Resolution No. 65-91, assessing costs
for abatement action required to demolish an unsafe structure at 628
S.W. 4th Street, is before the Commission for consideration.
The caption of Resolution No. 65-91 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
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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 RESOLU-
TION, 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. 65-91 is on file in the official
Resolution Book)
8.E. Award of Bids and Contracts. Approval is recommended.
A. Computerized Irrigation System - Hector Turf in the amount
of $62,913.42 with funding from ($50,000) - General Construc-
tion Fund Parks and Recreation/Irrigation and Landscape (Ac-
count No. 334-4170-572-65.12). Account balance $50,000) and
($12,931.42) - Parks and Recreation Repair and Upkeep Buildings
(Account No. 001-4131-572-33.31). Account balance $19,151.
B. Rental Rehabilitation - 146 S.W. 12th Avenue - Abisset
Corp. in the amount of $13,247.50 with funding from Community
Development Block Grant Housing Rehab (Account No.
118-1975-554-34.81). Matching grant program applicant's share
$13,247.50. Account balance $116,891.
Dr. Alperin moved for approval of the Consent Agenda, seconded
by Mr. Mouw. 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.
REGULAR AGENDA
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 from August
27 through September 9, 1991.
Dr. Alperin moved to receive and file the report, 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.
9.B. Appeal of Site Plan Review and Appearance Board Decision/Malden
Corporation. The Commission is to consider an appeal of a Site Plan
Review and Appearance Board decision to deny a request to use grayish-
blue asphalt shingles to re-roof a portion of a white Bermuda tile roof
on the Ocean City Marina building located at 777 Palm Trail.
Mark Marsh, Vice-Chairman representing the Site Plan Review and
Appearance Board, stated this is the second time this project has come
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before the Board. The proposed asphalt shingles will match the rectory
across the street; however, the Board feels it is very drab and gray-
looking and they would like a higher profile shingle or possibly cement
tile that they feel would be more in keeping with the style of the
building.
Conrad Boyle, Attorney, representing the Malden Corporation,
stated he feels the Site Plan Review and Appearance Board was in error.
They spoke of upgrading the area and making other changes. It is his
understanding that this is not what the Code states.
Upon question by Mayor Lynch, Mr. Boyle assured him the second
floor will also have a new roof, but it would be necessary to do this in
phases.
Mr. Andrews commented that he would like to place this on a
workshop to discuss condemning the land and having the City take it
over.
Mr. Mouw recommended that both stories be re-roofed, regardless
of the material used; however, he feels the Commission should refrain
from dictating the type of material.
Dr. Alperin stated he feels the Board has the responsibility of
determining approval or disapproval of the request and the Commission
should support that action.
Mr. Randolph agreed with Mr. Mouw regarding the choice of
material, but also feels a workshop might be advisable because of the
location and the structure of the building.
Mayor Lynch expressed confidence in the Board in support of
their decision.
Mr. Andrews moved to accept the recommendation of the SPRAB
Board and schedule a workshop for the possible condemnation of the
building, seconded by Mr. Randolph.
Mr. Boyle stated, for the record, that there will be no objec-
tion to replacing both roofs at the same time. However, he objected to
the discussion of dictating a specific type of roof, as it is not
relevant to the issue.
The City Attorney advised the motion should be to deny the
appeal.
Mr. Andrews made a substitute motion to deny the appeal,
seconded by Dr. Alperin. Upon roll call the Commission voted as fol-
lows: Mr. Mouw - Yes; Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - Yes; Mr. Ran-
dolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9.C. Acceptance of Final Report. The Commission is to consider
accepting the final report on the Banker's Row Program for Reuse and
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Restoration and direct staff to implement the recommendations as set
forth in that report.
David Kovacs, Planning Director, stated that acceptance of the
report is not adopting it as a plan, but rather indicating approval that
the consultants, the committee and staff have done their work and the
report can be turned over to the Planning Department in order that those
proposed improvements can be pursued in sections that include changes in
the Comprehensive Plan and the Land Development Regulations.
Mr. Andrews stated he feels Victoria Johnson should be commend-
ed in the form of a letter from the Commission.
Dr. Alperin moved for acceptance of the Banker's Row Report,
seconded by Mr. Andrews. Upon roll call the Commission voted as fol-
lows: Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor
Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
9.D. Golf Course Restaurant Roof Repairs. The Commission is to
consider authorizing staff to proceed with repairs to the Golf Course
restaurant roof.
The City Manager stated there is an error in the cover letter;
the amount should read $13,500 instead of $17,500.
Mr. Andrews moved for approval of the roof repair, 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.
9.E. Appointment to the General Employees Retirement Committee. The
Commission is to consider the appointment of a member to fill the
unexpired term of Edward A. Zuraw.
Mayor Lynch recommended that Jeffrey Keating be appointed to
fill this position, as Mr. Zuraw was recently appointed to the Community
Redevelopment Agency.
Mr. Mouw moved to appoint Jeffrey Keating to fill the unexpired
term of Edward A. Zuraw, 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.F. Status Report/License Agreement Isan Charters, Inc., D/B/A
Stillwater Cruises. The Commission is to consider a verbal update on
the status of the license agreement.
The City Attorney stated his office has been involved with the
Captain, at Commission request, to discuss some of the rules and regula-
tions. Items discussed have been sewage, fueling and garbage and it is
understood that there will be no trucks driving on site for any activi-
ty. With respect to garbage disposal, there will be a dumpster, fully-
screened at the licensee's expense to comply with City Code and will be
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located in accordance with the City's direction. With respect to
fueling, that will be done offsite at a commercial dock. At the request
of Joe Weldon, Director of Parks and Recreation, the City will retain
the right to approve all the advertising for the operation. Any rules
or regulations regarding the use of the Park will be promulgated in the
future, as the need arises. He advised that he and Mr. Weldon are
discussing the need for modification of the seawall permit with the
Department of Environmental Regulation, which does not appear to be a
major hurdle. At this time, the next probable date this item will be
returned to the Commission will be at the Regular Meeting of September
24th.
Upon question by Mr. Randolph, the City Attorney responded that
the ticket facility contemplated at this time will be a temporary
office, at a location decided by Mr. Weldon. The Building Department
will inspect the structure for appropriateness.
9.G. Request to Place Special Event Signs in the City's Right-of-
Way. The Commission is to consider a request from the Chamber of
Commerce to place special event signs in the right-of-way on North and
South Federal Highway and at various locations throughout the City from
September 30 through October 5, 1991, to advertise the First Annual
Business Expo at the Delray Beach Mall.
Mr. Mouw moved for approval of the request for special event
signs, seconded by Dr. Alperin. 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.H. Acceptance of Offer of Settlement. The Commission is to
consider acceptance of an offer of settlement in the amount of $22,850,
inclusive of attorneys fees and costs to settle the City vs. Scurei
eminent domain litigation. The City previously deposited $15,350 with
the Registry of the Court when the property was acquired in October,
1989. The City Attorney recommends settlement of this case.
Dr. Alperin moved for approval of the offer of settlement in
the amount of $22,850, 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.
9.I. Traffic Signal Installation - S.W. 4th Avenue and 10th Street.
The Commission is to consider authorizing an award of contract to SAS
Signal Systems, Inc., in the amount of $30,382 for installation of a
traffic signal at S.W. 4th Avenue and 10th Street with funding from
Environmental Services Repair and Upkeep Traffic Signals (Account No.
001-3141-541-33.38). Account balance $40,000.
Dr. Alperin moved to approve an award of contract to SAS Signal
Systems, Inc., with the funding as indicated, seconded by Mr. Randolph.
Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr.
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Andrews - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw - Yes.
Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
At this point, the time being 6:55 P.M., the Commission moved
to the First Readings portion of the agenda.
FIRST READINGS
12.A. Ordinance No. 58-91. Ordinance No. 58-91, correcting the
zoning classification for a parcel of land located on the south side of
Atlantic Avenue between Military Trail and the E 3 1/2 - 3 Lake Worth
Drainage District Canal (Hamlet Subdivision) from R-1AA (Single Family
Residential) to R-lA (Single Family Residential) and correcting the
Official Zoning Map, is before the Commission for consideration on First
Reading. If passed, Public Hearing will be held September 24th.
The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 58-91:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, CORRECTING THE ZONING CLASSIFI-
CATION FOR LAND LYING AND BEING IN SECTION 13, IN
PART, AND SECTION 24, IN PART, TOWNSHIP 46 SOUTH,
RANGE 42 EAST, PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA, FROM R-1AA
(SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) DISTRICT TO R-lA (SINGLE
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) DISTRICT; SAID LAND IS LOCATED ON
THE SOUTH SIDE OF WEST ATLANTIC AVENUE, BETWEEN
MILITARY TRAIL AND THE E 3 1/2-3 LAKE WORTH DRAINAGE
DISTRICT CANAL; AND CORRECTING "ZONING MAP OF 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.
Mr. Randolph moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 58-91 on
First Reading, 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 - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to
0 vote.
12.B. Ordinance No. 61-91. Ordinance No. 61-91, correcting the
zoning classification for a parcel of land located on the west side of
Federal Highway at 10th Street (Wallace) from GC (General Commercial) to
AC (Auto Related Commercial) and correcting the Official Zoning Map, is
before the Commission for consideration on First Reading. If passed,
Public Hearing will be held September 24th.
The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 61-91:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, CORRECTING THE ZONING CLASSIFI-
CATION FOR LOTS 10 THRU 15, INCLUSIVE, BLOCK 8, RIO
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DEL REY, LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF S.E. 10TH
STREET AND S.E. 5TH AVENUE (SOUTHBOUND FEDERAL HIGH-
WAY) FROM GC (GENERAL COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT TO AC
(AUTOMOBILE RELATED COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT; AND CORRECT-
ING "ZONING MAP OF 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.
Michael Weiner, representing the applicant, stated that when
the Land Development Regulation map originally came out in August of
1990, all of the automobile dealerships were grandfathered in with the
exception of a few. He had appeared at the final public hearing (adop-
tion of the LDRs) and requested AC zoning for the subject property and
the City Commission approved his request, but the zoning was not so
shown on the Official Zoning Map. He then petitioned the Special Adjust-
ment Advisory Board and they determined that there may have been an
inadvertent action. Therefore, it has been returned to the Commission
for special consideration.
Mr. Kovacs stated that, at the Public Hearing, had the City
Commission had access to specific drawings in place of verbal explana-
tions, perhaps there would have been no misunderstanding, allowing Mr.
Weiner to believe that the west side of southbound Federal was included.
However, that area was not a part of a conditional use which did exist
for property east of 5th Avenue. Mr. Kovacs stated, for the record, if
AC zoning should be approved, the property owner will be required to pay
a $900 fee and go through the Public Hearing process in order to estab-
lish a retail use on this property before he can proceed with a site
plan. Mr. Weiner acknowledged the more restrictive nature of AC versus
GC zoning.
Mr. Mouw moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 61-91 on First
Reading, 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.
Before roll call the following discussion was had:
Upon question by Mr. Andrews regarding the two allegations that
an error was made in the zoning designation, Mr. Kovacs responded that
Mr. Weiner submitted a letter to the Commission referring to Block 7,
advising that the Proposed Zoning Map showed a classification of GC
zoning and he asked that it be changed to a zoning designation of AC.
The' item was brought before the Commission during an LDR workshop. A
consensus was reached to proceed with the AC zoning. Prior to the
actual adoption, a letter was received from Mr. Weiner addressing Blocks
7 and 8. Mr. Weiner is correct in stating that this item was not
presented clearly; Block 8 was inadvertently omitted.
Mr. Andrews requested confirmation that, if there is an auto-
mobile use on this parcel, it is in conjunction only if the area across
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the street is used as AC. Mr. Kovacs stated that an automobile use such
as a body shop, a tire shop, etc., can be established in the AC dis-
trict, regardless of lot size, under a conditional use approval; how-
ever, it is not permissible for the site to be used as a display lot or
a service lot in conjunction with the AC zoned property east of Fifth
Avenue.
At this point the roll was called to the motion.
At this point, the time being 7:15 P.M., the Commission moved
to the Public Hearings portion of the agenda.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
10.F. Request for Waiver of the Sign Code. The Commission is to
consider a request from the Hamlet Shoppes located at 4061 West Atlantic
Avenue to erect a 96 square foot sign, 16 feet high and located in the
setback where the Sign Code allows a maximum area of 40 square feet and
a height of seven feet. City Manager recommends approval. Prior to
consideration of passage of this request, a public hearing has been
scheduled to be held at this time.
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.
Richard Eckerle and Alice Finst, residents, spoke in opposition
to the height of the sign being so close in proximity to a residential
area.
Mark Gregory, Delray Sign Company, representing the Hamlet
Shoppes, stated the sign has been reduced in height and total square
feet at the recommendation of staff and he feels there is a setback
problem. The property was designed .in accordance with the old County
Code requirements and does not allow for moving the sign back.
The public hearing was closed.
Mr. Mouw moved for approval of the request of waiver. Motion
died for lack of a second.
Mr. Randolph moved for approval of the request on the condition
that the height be lowered to 14 feet, seconded by Mr. Mouw.
Mr. Kovacs stated that the exhibit that showed the south end of
the parking lot should also show the parking lot as far north as possi-
ble. Mayor Lynch requested this be incorporated into the motion.
Mr. Randolph amended his motion to include Mr. Kovac's remarks,
Mr. Mouw amended his second. Upon roll call the Commission voted as
follows: Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw - Yes; Dr. Alperin - No; Mr.
Andrews - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes. Said motion passed with a 4 to 1
vote.
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12.F. Ordinance No. 65-91. Ordinance No. 65-91, amending Chapter 117
of the Code of Ordinances to increase the fee charged for a landlord
permit from $11.50 to $13.00, is before the Commission for consideration
on First Reading. If passed, Public Hearing will be held September
24th.
The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 65-91:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING TITLE XI, "BUSINESS
REGULATIONS", CHAPTER 117, "LANDLORD PERMITS", OF THE
CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH,
FLORIDA, BY AMENDING SECTION 117.02, "PERMIT FEES", TO
INCREASE THE PER UNIT COST FOR THE ANNUAL PERMIT FEE;
PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING A GENERAL REPEAL-
ER CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
The City Attorney read the caption of the ordinance.
Dr. Alperin moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 65-91 on
First Reading, 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.
10.A. Resolution No. 66-91. Resolution No. 66-91, levying a tenta-
tive tax on all properties within the City of Delray Beach, is before
the Commission for consideration. Prior to consideration of passage of
this resolution, a public hearing has been scheduled to be held at this
time.
The City Manager presented Resolution No. 66-91:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, TO TENTATIVELY LEVY A TAX ON ALL PROPER-
TIES WITHIN THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, FOR
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION, AND TO TENTATIVELY LEVY A TAX
FOR THE PAYMENT OF PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST ON BONDED
INDEBTEDNESS, AND TO ALLOCATE AND APPROPRIATE SAID
COLLECTIONS THEREUNDER.
The City Attorney read Resolution No. 66-91 in its entirety. 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 City Manager commented that he would like to refresh the
memory of the Commission in the procedure followed in budget hearings.
The first substantial issue to be discussed is the percentage of in-
crease of millage over roll-back rate necessary to fund the budget and
the specific purposes for which ad valorem' tax revenues are being
increased. The governing body is required to hear comments regarding the
proposed increase and explain the reasons on the roll-back rate. The
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governing body is also required to adopt the millage rate prior to
adopting the budget.
The City Manager explained to the public that the valuation
placed on their real property is determined by the Property Appraiser's
Office under the direction of Rebecca Walker and which the City has no
control over; however, there is an appeal process that can be made with
the Property Appraiser.
The City Manager gave an overview of the proposed services,
explaining that the City's total property tax at $7.15 mils would
increase the total revenue by $1,084,000. Due to the present economy,
many of the revenues for the current year have not been as high as
projected so there is no General Fund surplus projected for the coming
year. The other major change in the service proposed to be provided by
the City, is to add the 5th fire station to serve the southwest area of
the City. He stated he will present the budget proposal later this
evening, which will maintain the millage rate at $7.15 mils, there will
be no lay-offs and Fire Station No. 5 will be placed in operation on
January 1st.
Arthur Jackel, United Property Owners, voiced his approval of
Fire Station No. 5, requested that no merit increases be allowed for
this year, suggested that Old School Square be funded privately and
feels confident that the City Manager will come through. He invited the
public to attend a State-wide meeting at the Community Center on Thurs-
day, October 17, 1991 at 7:00 P.M., supported by the United Property
Owners, at which time taxes and assessments will be discussed.
Gerald DeFoe, Member of the Board of Administration for Country
Manors, a Board Director of PROD and a member of the Council of Communi-
ties of Delray, expressed heartfelt thanks to the Commission on behalf
of these members, the City Manager and the budget staff for attempting
to keep the budget down and proposing that Fire Station No. 5 will be in
operation on January 1, 1992.
Saul Weinberger, President of the Civic Association in
Del-Aire, complimented the City Manager for his proposal of Fire Station
No. 5.
Edward Willanzheimer, Tropic Isles, objected to the engineering
costs involved for the road construction work done in his area.
Upon question by a resident, the City Manager responded that
the stormwater assessment for last year covered a 15-month period. This
coming year it will be placed on the property tax bill; however, it is
an annual fee that will be collected until such time as the work is
completed and the Commission is assured there is no longer a need.
Karen Kiselewski, 3674 Lakeview Boulevard, spoke in favor of
the proposed Fire Station No. 5.
Dr. Paul Friedman, 2444 N.W. 8th Street, questioned if the Fire
Station on Military Trail near Boca Raton has been taken into
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consideration during emergencies. The City Manager responded that the
City of Boca Raton is neither interested nor willing to service this
area on a first response basis. The City of Delray does have an agree-
ment with Palm Beach County on a first response basis and they are
approximately the same distance. Based on past experiences, the City
usually arrives before or at the same time as the County; therefore,
this is not the solution.
Daniel Wallace, 234 S.W. 13th Avenue, questioned if a fire
hydrant can be installed in his area, as there is none at this time.
The City Manager advised that area will be going out for bids during the
next month, along with the water and sewer service.
Bill Oehme, 929 Cypress Drive, stated that the millage laws
dictate that assessments must go up to 100% of fair market value and
that an increase in assessed values should call for a roll-back in
millage rates. He urged the public to attend the rally at the County
Governmental Center Building on Thursday, September 12th at 11:00 A.M.,
as he feels this is a State problem and must be fought on a State level.
Warren Fabel, 961 Iris Drive, questioned how the Commission can
address the millage prior to addressing the budget. The City Manager
stated he shared Mr. Fabel's feeling, but advised him that the State Law
requires that it be addressed in this sequence and the City was so
informed by the Internal Revenue Service in May of 1991. If there is
disagreement from the public, the State Legislators should be approach-
ed.
Jean Beer, resident, commented that she is delighted to see so
many residents in attendance and hopes they will attend each successive
year to lend their support to the people who work so diligently trying
to cut back on the local budget in addition to offering assistance at
the State level.
The public hearing was closed.
Mr. Mouw moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 66-91, with
the change in Section 1 to reduce the $6.4 per thousand millage to $6.2
and any other reference to that millage throughout the resolution,
seconded by Mr. Andrews. Upon roll call the Commission voted as fol-
lows: Dr. Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - Yes; Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor
Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
10.B. Resolution No. 67-91. Resolution No. 67-91, making tentative
appropriations of sums of money for all necessary expenditures of the
City from October 1, 1991 to September 30, 1992, is before the Commis-
sion for consideration. Prior to consideration of passage of this
resolution, a public hearing has been scheduled to be held at this time.
The City Manager recommends approval.
The City Manager presented Resolution No. 67-91:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, MAKING TENTATIVE APPROPRIATIONS OF SUMS
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OF MONEY FOR ALL NECESSARY EXPENDITURES OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, FOR THE PERIOD FROM THE 1ST DAY OF
OCTOBER, 1991, TO THE 30TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 1992; TO
PRESCRIBE THE TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PROVISIONS WITHIN
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.
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 City Manager summarized the revenue and expense sheets. He
noted that the largest expense increases are in Police Patrol, Fire
Emergency Services, Police Support Services, Police Investigation and
Parks and Recreation services. Further line cuts have been proposed in
the amount of $375,000, including reducing merit increases for employees
to an average of 4% and cuts in the pay plan regarding reclassification
wherein the employee would receive no more than a 2 1/2% adjustment. In
addition, it is proposed that certain positions now vacant will be
frozen, such as the Personnel Director position, one Police Sergeant
position, a Custodian position, etc. This will allow Fire Station No. 5
to open on January 1, 1992, while still avoiding any employee layoffs.
The City has also proposed cutting out all top-out bonuses and the sick
leave buyback.
The public hearing was closed.
Dr. Alperin moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 67-91,
seconded by Mr. Randolph. 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 Stormwater Utility. The Commission is to consider adopting the
non-ad valorem Stormwater Utility Assessment Roll.
10.C.1. Resolution No. 68-91. Resolution No. 68-91, setting forth the
budget and rate schedule for the Stormwater Utility, is before the
Commission for consideration. Prior to consideration of passage of this
resolution, a public hearing has been scheduled to be held at this time.
The City Manager presented Resolution No. 68-91:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING A BUDGET FOR THE STORMWATER
UTILITY SYSTEM; ESTABLISHING RATES FOR STORMWATER MANAGE-
MENT ASSESSMENTS FOR EACH PARCEL WITHIN THE BENEFITED
AREA, OTHER THAN NON-ASSESSED PROPERTY; PROVIDING FOR A
PUBLIC HEARING, ALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH ORDINANCES NO.
21-90, 49-90 AND 8-91 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AND RELEVANT STATUTORY
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AUTHORITY; PROVIDING FOR THE CERTIFICATION AND ADOPTION
OF THE STORMWATER MANAGEMENT ASSESSMENT ROLL.
Assistant City Attorney Ruby 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.
Jay Felner, 4770 Tree Fern Drive, questioned why communities
with dedicated streets and controlled stormwater drainage structures are
assessed where the City has no expense. Rob Taylor, Deputy Director of
Environmental Services/Public Works, stated at the time the ordinance
was adopted, it was determined that those communities that maintain
their own systems would be relieved of a portion of their assessment.
There remains certain administrative requirements that the City performs
for the entire municipal boundary.
Upon question by the City Manager, Mr. Taylor explained that
certain circumstances were reviewed under which the City would undertake
the maintenance of some of the private systems that are currently in
existence.
Bernie Burkoff, President of the Homeowners Association of the
Villas of Rainberry Lakes, stated he is seeking clarification regarding
a $770 assessment for a recreational area between the Villas of Rain-
berry Lakes and the Homes of Rainberry Lakes on which there are no
homes. Mr. Taylor responded that, should there be an area such as
described, he feels an error has been made and Environmental Services
should be contacted and information supplied in order to get this
corrected.
Bill Hegstrom, 225 N.E. 22nd Street, commented that he does not
understand the extra tax. Mayor Lynch responded that the rain that
picks up gasoline, etc. off the streets and returns to bodies of water
must be clean. This applies to every City in the Country. The City had
an option to wait until it was mandated or begin preparation now, which
was the decision made by the Commission.
Mark Miller, 635 S.W. 5th Avenue, questioned if this is a
one-time billing. The City Manager advised that the first year was for
a period of 15 months. The assessment this year will be for a 12-month
period and will be placed on the property tax bill. Upon further
questioning, Mayor Lynch advised there is no sunset date but, hopefully,
future City Commissions will eliminate the fee when the project is
completed.
Jerry Marshall, Woodlake, stated he feels a fee of $27.00 per
year is a small price to pay to help conserve our precious water.
The public hearing was closed.
Dr. Alperin moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 68-91,
seconded by Mr. Andrews. Upon roll call the Commission voted as fol-
lows: Mr. Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw - Yes; Dr.
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Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0
vote.
10.D. Ordinance No. 54-91. Ordinance No. 54-91, amending the Land
Development Regulations to provide for multi-tenant retail establish-
ments as a conditional use in the Central Business District (CBD),
General Commercial (GC) and Planned Commercial (PC) zoning districts, is
before the Commission for consideration on Second and FINAL Reading.
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. 54-91:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING APPENDIX A, "DEFINI-
TION'', SECTION 4.3.3, "SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR
SPECIFIC USES",SECTION 4.4.9, "GENERAL COMMERCIAL (GC)
DISTRICT", SECTION 4.4.13, "CENTRAL BUSINESS DIS-
TRICT'', OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS OF THE
CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH,
FLORIDA, BY ENACTING A DEFINITION FOR THE TERM "MAR-
KET'' AND BY PROVIDING RULES AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING
MARKETS WITHIN THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, TO
PROVIDE FOR MARKETS AS A CONDITIONAL USE IN THE
GENERAL COMMERCIAL, PLANNED COMMERCIAL, AND CENTRAL
BUSINESS DISTRICTS; PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE; PROVID-
ING A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 54-91 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.
Mr. Kovacs stated the Planning and Zoning Board recommended
that the ordinance not be approved, as written, but to have it redrafted
and adopted with substantial modifications, which he noted.
The City Attorney' advised that, with respect to many of the
exemptions mentioned by Mr. Kovacs, the Commission not make those
exceptions at this time until they are fully studied. He suggested that
the Planning and Zoning Board review these modifications and give
direction to have some exceptions made but to give them due consider-
ation.
Helen Coopersmith, Murray Kalish, Arthur Jackel, Jack Babich,
and Jerry Marshall spoke in opposition to Ordinance No. 54-91.
Bernie Siegel, 2614 N.W. 41st Street, Boca Raton, representing
the applicant, stated he realizes everyone has put a lot of time and
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effort in the making of this ordinance and feels confident in the fact
that this community leans towards having an ordinance that would govern
what they feel a flea market should be. He urged the Commission to have
an ordinance drafted and he will ensure that the project will comply
with whatever is required.
Jay Slavin, Rainberry Bay, stated she would like to remind the
Commission that this flea market is contained, the parking spaces are in
place, there will be no parking on the street and the sales tax will be
collected, making it a source of revenue for Delray.
The public hearing was closed.
Mr. Andrews expressed concern regarding the indoor markets that
contain less than 10,000 square feet. He also feels the impact on
parking could be extremely severe in the downtown area. He is concerned
about the aggregation of the property, regardless of whether or not it
is the same owner.
Mayor Lynch stated he agrees with the aggregation, feels it
could be very detrimental to the City, that it will chase good business-
es away that currently are paying sales tax, and that the ordinance
should be made as tough as possible.
Dr. Alperin moved to defer action on Ordinance No. 54-91 for
further consideration by the City Attorney, seconded by Mr. Mouw. 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.
Before roll call the following discussion was had:
The City Attorney questioned, with regard to architectural
review, if everyone is in accord to delete this, as suggested by Plan-
ning and Zoning.
The Commission reached a consensus to look at the architectural
aesthetics, provided they are not too restrictive.
Mr. Randolph suggested some type of wall separation as a fire
safety measure.
The City Attorney, in summarizing, stated the principal area of
modification will be in the definition of the average space with a
definite minimum as opposed to just "minimum", the aggregation and
limitation on signage.
At this point the roll was called to the motion.
10.E. Ordinance No. 49-91. Ordinance No. 49-91, amending the list of
conditional uses and structures allowed within the Community Facilities
(CF) zoning district to provide for commercial activities and businesses
upon publicly owned lands as a conditional use, is before the Commission
for consideration on Second and FINAL Reading. Planning and Zoning
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Board recommends approval. Prior to consideration of passage of this
ordinance on Second and FINAL Reading, a public hearing has been sched-
uled to be held at this time.
10.E.1. Request for Conditional Use Approval. The Commission is to
consider a request for conditional use approval to operate a cruise boat
and ticket sales at Veterans Park. Planning and Zoning Board recommends
approval.
The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 49-91:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 4, "ZONING
REGULATIONS", SECTION 4.4.21, "COMMUNITY FACILITIES
(CF) DISTRICT", SUBSECTION 4.4.21(D), "CONDITIONAL
USES AND STRUCTURES ALLOWED", OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT
REGULATIONS OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, BY ADDING A NEW SUB-SUBSECTION
4.4.21(D) (3) TO PROVIDE FOR COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES AND
BUSINESSES UPON PUBLICLY OWNED LANDS AS A CONDITIONAL
USE, AND RENUMBERING SUB-SUBSECTIONS 4.4.21(D) (3)
THROUGH 4.4.21(D) (12) AS 4.4.21(D) (4) THROUGH
4.4.21(D) (13); PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING A
GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 49-91 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 City Attorney stated that he and Mr. Kovacs jointly recom-
mend that this ordinance be rejected in order to define the uses that
will be placed in the conditional use aspect.
Kathi Stokes, read a prepared statement into the record in
opposition to Ordinance No. 49-91. (Copy is attached).
The public hearing was closed.
Dr. Alperin moved to deny Ordinance No. 49-91 on Second and
FINAL Reading, 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.
10.G. Ordinance No. 55-91. Ordinance No. 55-91, amending the Land
Development Regulations to allow commercial parking lots as a condition-
al use in the Automotive Commercial (AC) District, is before the Commis-
sion for consideration on Second and FINAL Reading. Community Redevel-
opment Agency recommends approval. Prior to consideration of passage of
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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. 55-91:~
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 4, "ZONING
REGULATIONS", SECTION 4.4.10, "AUTOMOTIVE COMMERCIAL
(AC) DISTRICT", SUBSECTION 4.4.10(D), "CONDITIONAL
USES AND STRUCTURES ALLOWED", OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT
REGULATIONS OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, BY ADDING A NEW SUB-SUBSECTION
4.4.10(D) (8) TO PROVIDE FOR COMMERCIAL PARKING LOTS AS
A CONDITIONAL USE; PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE; PROVID-
ING A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 55-91 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 City Attorney stated the Planning Director has requested
that the language in the body of the ordinance be amended on the second
line of Section 1. (8) of the text. It should read "secondary" instead
of "accessory".
Stanley Milosky, and Jay Slavin spoke in opposition to Ordi-
nance No. 55-91.
Kathi Stokes, stated when there is a proposed LDR amendment,
the P&Z Board sits at the LPA and she feels they should take a look at
the Comprehensive Plan to see if it is in accordance with the Comp Plan
policy. This is required by State Statute and she would like to see
this procedure started.
Ms. Stokes stated, in addition to the objections voiced by the
P&Z Board, she feels that any automobile dealer with a sizeable parking
lot that is located close to a flea market is going to need police
patrol. Discussion followed regarding commercial parking lots in
relation to zoning districts and conditional use categories.
Marilyn Carr, operator of a business located at 2101 N. Federal
Highway, requested that the Commission adopt Ordinance No. 55-91 to help
alleviate the traffic problem in this area.
The public hearing was closed.
Mayor Lynch stated he would be in favor, with the cOndition
that it be a short term intermediate use. Upon question, Mr. Kovacs
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responded that a ConditiOnal use can be restricted for a specific time,
not as a part of this ordinance, but as a part of the conditional use
itself.
Mr. Randolph stated he feels this will be useful as a safety
factor.
Dr. Alperin moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 55-91 on
Second and FINAL Reading, 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.
10.H. Ordinance No. 57-91. Ordinance No. 57-91, rezoning property
located on the east side of Federal Highway, between LaMat Avenue and
Avenue "F" from PC (Planned Commercial) to POD (Professional and Office
District), is before the Commission for consideration on Second and
FINAL Reading. 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. 57-91:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, REZONING AND PLACING LAND
PRESENTLY ZONED PC (PLANNED COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT IN
POD (PROFESSIONAL AND OFFICE DISTRICT); SAID LAND
BEING LOTS 1 THROUGH 5, INCLUSIVE, LESS THE WEST 38
FEET ST ROAD R/W & ABANDONED 10 FOOT ALLEY EAST OF AND
ADJACENT THERETO, BLOCK 24, DEL-RATON PARK, TOGETHER
WITH LOTS 6 THRU 10, INCLUSIVE, LESS THE WEST 38 FEET
ST ROAD R/W AND 10 FOOT ABANDONED ALLEY LYING EAST OF
AND ADJACENT THERETO, BLOCK 24, DEL-RATON PARK,
TOGETHER WITH THE EAST 77 FEET OF LOTS 1 THRU 9,
INCLUSIVE, AND LOTS 10, 11, 12, 26 AND 27, AND THE 10
FOOT ABANDONED ALLEY LYING WEST OF LOTS 10 AND 27,
BLOCK 25, DEL-RATON PARK, ALL AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK
14, PAGE 9, 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. 57-91 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.
Roger Saberson, representing the applicant, requested that this
property be zoned GC.
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Paul Bramsted, realtor, representing George Paton, stated Mr.
Paton is the owner of five lots along Federal Highway and two lots
directly behind which are not large enough to build on. These two lots
are needed to give the front lots sufficient depth. They are zoned
differently, making it impossible to lease or sell the property. The
request is for the entire parcel to be zoned GC and he is requesting
that the Commission give this serious consideration.
Scott Elk, representing the Columbis, stated a rezoning of this
property would require them to rebuild the property to allow the contem-
plated uses under a POD zoning which would present a severe economic
burden to them. His request is that the present classification of
Commercial zoning be maintained and an amendment be made to the future
Land Use Map.
The public hearing was closed.
Dr. Alperin moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 57-91 on
Second and Final Reading, seconded by Mr. Lynch (passed the gavel to
Vice-Mayor Randolph in order to second the motion). Upon roll call the
Commission voted as follows: Mr. Andrews - No; Vice-Mayor Randolph -
No; Mr. Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw - No; Dr. Alperin - Yes. Said motion
FAILED with a 3 to 2 vote.
Mr. Kovacs advised that the Commission is now in a position
where there is an inconsistency between this property and the Compre-
hensive Plan; either the Comp Plan must be changed or the zoning must be
changed.
Upon discussion, the City Attorney advised, if the meeting is
to be reopened to public participation, a motion to reconsider must be
made by a Commissioner who voted against the motion to adopt.
Mr. Randolph moved to reconsider, seconded by Dr. Alperin.
Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Andrews - No; Mr.
Randolph - Yes; Mayor Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw - No; Dr. Alperin - Yes.
Said motion passed with a 3 to 2 vote.
Before roll call, the following discussion was had:
Mr. Andrews commented that Mr. Kovacs mentioned returning to
the Comp Plan and, it was his understanding, that there was money in the
budget to review compliance with the Comp Plan and doing certain things
regarding Commission obligation with the State. He questioned the cost
involved to review this type of situation. Mr. Kovacs stated it would
cost $1400 for notice requirements, plus paperwork, mailing, etc.,
making a grand total of approximately $2,000. Discussion followed.
At this time the roll was called to the motion.
Jean Beer, stated the residents of Tropic Bay are not present,
but the P&Z Board advised they would be happy to see the two lots behind
each respective property be included to give more depth, if this would
help the property owners.
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Mr. Saberson referenced the map and requested that the Commis-
sion take another look at the property to confirm his feeling that it
should not be zoned residential. As a point of interest, he stated that
this property was appraised recently in terms of residential and a
negative value resulted in terms of that use; therefore, he feels it is
not feasible.
Mr. Bramsted and Mr. Elk concurred that a residential use on
this property is not a use that any of their present or prospective
clients are interested in.
Dr. Alperin moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 57-91 on
Second and FINAL Reading, seconded by Mr. Lynch (Mayor Lynch passed the
gavel to Vice-Mayor Randolph). Upon roll call the Commission voted as
follows: Vice-Mayor Randolph - Yes; Mr. Lynch - Yes; Mr. Mouw - No; Dr.
Alperin - Yes; Mr. Andrews - No. Said motion passed with a 3 to 2 vote.
10.I. Ordinance No. 59-91. Ordinance No. 59-91, correcting the
zoning classification for three parcels of land located on N.E. 6th
Avenue south of N.E. 8th Street (O.C. Taylor) from GC (General Commer-
cial) district to AC (Auto Related Commercial) district and correcting
the Official Zoning map, is before the Commission for consideration on
Second and FINAL Reading. Prior to consideration of passage of this
ordinance on Second and FINAL Reading, a public hearing has been sched-
uled to be held at this time.
The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 59-91:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, CORRECTING THE ZONING CLASSIFI-
CATION FOR THREE PARCELS OF LAND LOCATED ON N.E. 6TH
AVENUE, SOUTH OF N.E. 8TH STREET, AS MORE PARTICULARLY
DESCRIBED HEREIN, FROM GC (GENERAL COMMERCIAL) DIS-
TRICT TO AC (AUTO RELATED COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT; AND
CORRECTING "ZONING MAP OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA,
1990"; PROVIDING A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING
A SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 59-91 is on file in the official Ordi-
nance Book)
Assistant City Attorney Ruby 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. 59-91 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.
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10.J. Ordinance No. 60-91. Ordinance No. 60-91, correcting the
zoning classification for a parcel of land located on the south side of
N.W. 4th Street, adjacent to the Cason United Methodist Church facility
from R-lA (Single Family Residential) district to CF (Community Facili-
ties) district and correcting the Official Zoning map, is before the
Commission for consideration on Second and FINAL Reading. 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. 60-91:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, CORRECTING THE ZONING CLASSIFI-
CATION FOR A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE
OF N.W. 4TH STREET, LYING WESTERLY OF AND ADJACENT TO
THE CASON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH FACILITY, AS MORE
PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED HEREIN, FROM R-lA (SINGLE
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) DISTRICT TO CF (COMMUNITY FACILI-
TIES) DISTRICT; AND CORRECTING "ZONING MAP OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, 1990"; PROVIDING A GENERAL REPEALER
CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 60-91 is on file in the official Ordi-
nance Book)
Assistant City Attorney Ruby 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. 60-91 on
Second and FINAL Reading, seconded by Mr. Mouw. 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.
ll.A. The City Manager stated the only item from the last meeting has
already been addressed.
ll.B.1. Mary Lou Jamison, President of the Del-Ida Neighborhood Associ-
ation, expressed her concern regarding the delay of the 8th Street
Circle project.
ll.B.2. Gerald Fillipi, resident, questioned if the City is contemplat-
ing any increase in water and sewer rates. The City Manager responded
there will be no increase; however, some of the garbage rates will be
increased and some will be decreased. The contract with Waste Manage-
ment requires that rates increase according to Consumer Price Index,
which affects all residential rates. Part of the commercial charge for
the coming year is being assessed in the same way as residential;
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therefore the commercial rates will be reduced, to partially offset what
is being paid through the assessment process.
ll.B.3. Jerry Marshall questioned why the City of Delray Police cannot
be involved in a single radio program with the police from surrounding
cities. Mayor Lynch stated that there are different systems. The City
Manager advised that the cost for the City of Delray to get on the same
frequency band in approximately $3,000,000.
ll.B.4. Mr. Marshall questioned why the Fire Departments could not be
incorporated in the same manner. Mayor Lynch responded that a meeting
is to be scheduled in the month of October for the three Commissions to
get together and start working as a team.
ll.B.5. Alice Finst, 707 Place Tavant, thanked the Commission for
allowing her to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony at the Water Treat-
ment Plant and to take part in the ground-breaking at Veterans Park.
ll.B.6. Mrs. Finst stated earlier in the year she had suggested to the
Commission some criteria for Board appointments and requested a work-
shop. She is still interested in having this done and would like the
Commission to give this serious consideration, with special consider-
ation for the area west of 1-95.
ll.B.7. Mrs. Finst stated she was horrified when she saw that the 1913
building in the Old School Square block and discovered it had been named
the Cornell Museum. To her knowledge, these letters have been through
no review process and she feels it is inappropriate to name public
properties after private individuals when the taxpayers have helped to
fund a good portion of a project. She requested that the Commission set
specific guidelines for naming public properties and demand that those
letters be removed from the building immediately. She further requested
that both items she brought before the Commission be placed on a work-
shop in the near future.
At this time the Commission returned to the First Reading
portion of the agenda.
FIRST READINGS
12.C. Ordinance No. 62-91. Ordinance No. 62-91, correcting the
zoning classification for property located east of and adjacent to
Interstate 95 and north of S.W. 6th Street (Surles) from OS (Open Space)
to R-lA (Single Family Residential) zoning district and correcting the
Official Zoning Map, is before the Commission for consideration on First
Reading. If passed, Public Hearing will be held September 24th.
The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 62-91:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, CORRECTING THE ZONING CLASSIFI-
CATION FOR A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE
OF S.W. 6TH STREET, IF EXTENDED WESTWARD, BETWEEN
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INTERSTATE 95 AND S.W. 15TH TERRACE, AS MORE PARTICU-
LARLY DESCRIBED HEREIN, FROM OS (OPEN SPACE) DISTRICT
TO R-lA (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) DISTRICT; AND
CORRECTING "ZONING MAP OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA,
1990"; PROVIDING A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING
A SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Assistant City Attorney Ruby read the caption of the ordinance.
Mr. Alperin moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 62-91 on
First Reading, seconded by Dr. Alperin. 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.
12.D. Ordinance No. 63-91. Ordinance No. 63-91, rezoning the golf
course property located within the Del-Aire Golf Course subdivision from
R-1AA (Single Family Residential) to OS (Open Space) zoning district, is
before the Commission for consideration on First Reading. Planning and
Zoning Board recommends approval. If passed, Public Hearing will be
held September 24th.
The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 63-91:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, REZONING AND PLACING LAND
PRESENTLY ZONED R-1AA (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL)
DISTRICT IN OS (OPEN SPACE) DISTRICT; SAID LAND IS
LOCATED WITHIN THE DEL-AIRE GOLF CLUB SUBDIVISION; AND
AMENDING "ZONING DISTRICT MAP, DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA,
1990"; PROVIDING A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING
A SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Assistant City Attorney Ruby read the caption of the ordinance.
Dr. Alperin moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 63-91 on
First Reading, 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 - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to
0 vote.
12.E. Ordinance No. 64-91. Ordinance No. 64-91, correcting an error
contained within Section 2.4.7 (F) (2), of the Land Development Regula-
tions, and extending the period of time during which the Special Adjust-
ment Advisory Board may recommend correcting errors within the LDRs, is
before the Commission for consideration on First Reading. City Manager
recommends approval. If passed, Public Hearing will be held September
24th.
The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 64-91:
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, ENACTING SUBSECTION
2.4.7(F) (2), "RELIEF FROM IMPROPER REGULATIONS", OF
THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, TO
PROVIDE FOR PROCEDURES FOR OBTAINING RELIEF FROM
ERRORS WITHIN THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS WHICH
INADVERTENTLY CREATE UNDUE HARDSHIP; PROVIDING A
GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE;
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Assistant City Attorney Ruby read the caption of the ordinance.
Dr. Alperin moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 64-91 on
First 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.
12.G. Ordinance No. 66-91. Ordinance No. 66-91, changing the rates
for residential and commercial garbage and trash services; and changing
the rates for residential recycling services, is before the Commission
for consideration on First Reading. The City Manager recommends approv-
al. If passed, Public Hearing will be held September 24th.
The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 66-91:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY 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 RESIDENTIAL SER-
VICE; TO PROVIDE FOR DECREASED GARBAGE AND TRASH
SERVICE CHARGES AND FEES FOR COMMERCIAL SERVICE; TO
PROVIDE FOR AN INCREASE IN THE FEE FOR RESIDENTIAL
CUSTOMERS FOR RECYCLING SERVICE; PROVIDING A GENERAL
REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Assistant City Attorney Ruby read the caption of the ordinance.
Dr. Alperin moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 66-91 on
First 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.
12.H. Ordinance No. 67-91. Ordinance No. 67-91, amending Section
52.52(A) of the Code of Ordinances to provide for a reduction in the
penalty charged for late payment for utility services, is before the
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Commission for consideration on First Reading. The City Manager recom-
mends approval. If passed, Public Hearing will be held September 24th.
The City Manager requested that this ordinance be delayed to
allow him additional time for review.
Dr. Alperin moved to defer Ordinance No. 67-91 on First Reading
as requested by the City Manager, 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.
13. Comments and Inquiries on Non-Aqenda Items.
13.A.1. Dr. Alperin stated the South County Council of Government has a
meeting scheduled for tomorrow at 4:00 P.M. at Patch Reef Park regarding
the elimination of the special taxing districts.
13.A.2. Mr. Mouw stated he would like the City Manager to review the
process by which the City introduced fluoride into the water.
l~.A.3. Mr. Andrews stated he would like someone to look into the need
for a stop sign at S.W. 8th Avenue and S.W. 2nd Street.
13.A.4. Mr. Andrews stated he would like to schedule a workshop to
discuss the City Marina property on N.E. 8th Street.
13.A.5. Mr. Andrews stated he agrees with Mrs. Finst regarding the
Cornell Museum letters and feels this should be discussed.
13.A.6. Mr. Andrews stated he would like to schedule a workshop to take
a long term look at residential vs commercial zoning.
13.A.7. Mr. Andrews stated he has a problem with some of the TV camera
commentary, in reference to City Officials and takes offense at it.
13.A.8. Mr. Randolph questioned if any input has been received regard-
ing the Fire Emergency response time for the temporary area. The City
Manager.responded that he has received no current data.
13.A.9. Mayor Lynch stated apparently there is a letter that states the
City may proceed with implementing signs from the FEC and questioned why
this has not been initiated.
13.A.10. Mayor Lynch commented that there is a trailer for sale on South
Federal Highway, near the Honda Dealership, and he does not understand
how the City allows this to continue to be located there. If the Code
needs to be amended, he would like to be so informed.
13.A.11. Mayor Lynch stated, under the Municipal League, the Legislative
Committee met recently and presented the following three items: 1) To
do away with the Homestead Act; 2) To change the law on Eminent Domain
to make it easier; and 3) To commence charging partial taxes, by quar-
terly assessments. He indicated that he was in favor of all three.
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Prepared statement by Kathy Stokes, resident of Delray
Beach, presented on September 10, 1991, at a hearing before
the Delray Beach City Commission on proposed Ordinance
49-91. ..
This is my last chance to try to convince you to vote
against passage of this Ordinance to allow commercial as a
conditional use in the parks and on school grounds.
The amendment was originally proposed in order to allow
a commercial cruise boat operation in Veterans Park. It now
seems unlikely that the boat will be allowed to operate.
Based on the letter from DER which ! forwarded to you on
Friday,. the DER permit for the seawall "was issued for a
dock intended for day use only." This means the boat cannot
operate in the park unless the City seeks a modification of
the permit. Based on a report by the City's consultant, it
will be difficult, if not impossible, to get this' modifica-
tion.
The concession stands at Miller Park and Currie Commons
and any future one at Pompey Park should be for the use
non-profit civic groups to raise money for local charities.
A concession stand run by a business operator won't tolerate
competition from civic groups. I have seen this happen in a
county park setting where the concessionaire forced the
sponsoring charity to stop selling beverages from its own
booth because of the competition.
There is strong opposition to commercial at the beach
parks (see the attached pages from the most recent newslet-
ter of the Beach Property Owners' Association). Delray's
beach is a special place -- let's not have the potential for
future City Commissions to turn it into another Daytona.
You have heard repeated opposition to allowing commer-
cial activities in Barwick Park, which is a passive park.
I've talked to Mr. Hukill at the SChool Board, and he
tells me that any requests for commercial activities on
school grounds will be turned down. He also volunteered
that no commercial activities are allowed at Old School
Square because the School Board sold the elementary school
to the City at $$00,000 below market with the stipulation
that the school be used only for public purposes. However,
he said the School Board'would not oppose this ordinance be-
cause it was to their advantage. When Carver Middle School
is abandoned, the school grounds will be worth more on the
market because of the availability of a commercial use.
hate to see this potential for commercial in the middle of a
residential neighborhood, and this ordinance has no limit on
the kind of commercial that could be approved. ! hope we
aren't abandoning that neighborhood along with the school.
Finally, this proposed ordinance is inconsistent with
the land use description for recreational land in the Com-
prehensive Plan. For all the above reasons, I respectfully
ask you not to paSs this ordinance.
This proposed amendmen~ is loosely modeled after the ~ r,1 {~nia
13, which in 1978 l{m~t~4 tax increases until pzu[~z~y is sold bu~ also zolled
back property assessments to 1975 le~_ls. ~hat zo~ may sound very good to
vici/ms of this ysar's ~, but ao~x~tn~ ~o an edit~ of the ~
~ with w~ ~ spoks, it has been a ~ f~r the Sta~e of Califozn/a,
where a high pz~oz~n of ~ and ci~{-- are close to ~nkrug~cy.
The 3% annual limitat_~on of im~se does ~ ~o have ~it. It ,,,,~l.d
~o~le f~ ke/n~ ta~s~ ou~ of their ~m~, u ~ can ~. Older
s~ youn~ people) who have relatively fixed ~ ar~ ~ liwm in h~es which
of the Flor/da Lea~3~e of Cities say it %~uld ~ ~ ta~ss ~
majority Of ~he City C~iSStZ~ iS d~c~:lv/r~d- to ~ a 250 ~
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13.A.12. Dr. Alperin stated there is a flashing yellow light on Lake Ida
Road at the Fire Station that camouflages the regular traffic light.
Recently an accident occurred as a result of this situation and he would
like someone to take a good look at this.
13.A.13. Mr. Mouw stated that Andrews Avenue, just north of Atlantic
Avenue, is in very bad shape and needs some attention.
13.B.1. Assistant City Attorney Ruby stated materials have been re-
ceived regarding cable TV in the form of Bills that have been brought
before the Congress. These Bills would permit local governments to
regUlate basic service fees and rates, give more local control and call
for a unified communication system throughout the United States by the
year 2015, which also would call for increased competition for local
cable companies. The City Attorney's office is requesting direction
from the Commission as to whether consideration should be given to draft
a resolution to support these Bills.
The Commission concurred to take a look at the issue.
13.C.1. The City Manager expressed disappointment that Jimmy Brown, one
of the Police Chief candidates, has withdrawn his application.
13.A.14. Mayor Lynch complimented the City staff on the bus trip that
was scheduled today and recommended that it be repeated for the re-
mainder of the Commission and for the citizens that were unable to
attend.
Mayor Lynch declared the meeting 9djourned at 10:30 P.M.
....... Ci~ Clerk
ATTEST:
The undersigned is the City Clerk of the City of Delray Beach
and that the information provided herein is the minutes of the meeting
of said City Commission of September 10, 1991, whic~ minutes were
formally approved and adopted by the City Commission on ~w~l/~/ .
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NOTE TO READER:
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