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03-30-89 MARCH 30, 1989 A Special Meeting of the City Commission of the City of Delray Beach, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Doak S. Campbell in the Commission Chambers at City Hall at 7:00 P.M., Thursday, March 30, 1989. 1. Roll call showed: Present - Commissioner Patricia Brainerd Commissioner Marie Horenburger Commissioner Mary McCarty Commissioner Jimmy Weatherspoon Mayor Doak S. Campbell Absent - None Also present were - City Manager Walter O. Barry and City Attorney Herbert W.A. Thiele. 2. The opening prayer was delivered by Reverend John Hadlock, Church of the Nazarene. 3. The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America was given. 4.a. Mayor Campbell stated he would like to thank all the Commis- sioners for serving this year and the staff. It has been a rather tumultuous year; however, he feels, in the long run, they will look back and say it was a good one for Delray Beach and progress was made. He stated that it has been a pleasure serving with Ms. Horenburger these past several years. One of the areas of expertise they are going to be sorely missing is the knowledge which she has given them and the depth of intelligence with regard to zoning matters. He believes all the Commission is going to miss her presence. Mayor Campbell presented Resolution No. 17-89: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, COMMENDING RETIRING COMMISSION MEMBER MARIE HORENBURGER. (Copy of Resolution No. 17-89 is on file in the official Resolution Book) Mayor Campbell read the entire Resolution which was unanimously adopted by the Commission. He presented Ms. Horenburger with a plaque and key to the City in recognition and appreciation for dedicated service and accomplishment for better government as a Commission Member. 4.b. Ms. Brainerd stated it has been a pleasure and honor to serve with Ms. Horenburger. She stated it is truly moving that she dedicated so much of her life to the Commission and City. 4.c. Ms. McCarty stated she would like to wish Ms. Horenburger all the best. Not only has she dedicated five years, but also time and love to the City. She wished her success in her endeavors in the future. 4.d. Mr. Weatherspoon stated he would like to commend Ms. Horenburger for the time and effort she has given to the community. One cannot imagine how much time it requires of an individual and she has done this unselfishly. He is sure that whatever she embarks on in the future she will work at just as hard as she has done as a Commissioner. 4.e. Ms. Horenburger stated she would like to thank her colleagues f'°r their sentiments and thoughts, and the public for the honor and privilege to serve them. She would also like to thank all her friends for their support. Mayor Campbell declared that this Commission is adjourned. ANNUAL ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING OF THE COMMISSION 1. Commission Member-elect William Andrews and Commission Member- elect Mary McCarty subscribed to the Oath of Office administered by Elizabeth Arnau, City Clerk. 2. Roll call showed: Present - Commissioner William Andrews Commissioner Patricia Brainerd Commissioner Mary McCarty Commissioner Jimmy Weatherspoon Mayor Doak S. Campbell Absent - None Also present were - City Manager Walter O. Barry and City Attorney Herbert W.A. Thiele. 3. Ms. Brainerd moved to appoint Ms. McCarty to serve as Vice- Mayor for one year, seconded by Mr. Weatherspoon. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Andrews - Yes; Ms. Brainerd - Yes; Ms. McCarty - Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon - Yes; Mayor Campbell - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote. 4. Ms. McCarty moved to appoint Ms. Brainerd to serve as Deputy Vice-Mayor for one year, seconded by Mr. Weatherspoon. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Andrews - Yes; Ms. Brainerd - Yes; Ms. McCarty - Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon - Yes; Mayor Campbell - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote. 5.a. Mayor Campbell stated he is looking forward to a very good year; this is a new Commission and, therefore, a new beginning and he pledges the greatest spirit of cooperation. He congratulated both Ms. McCarty and Mr. Andrews and stated he is looking forward to serving with everyone. 5.b. Mr. Weatherspoon stated he would like to thank staff for the work and time in helping to make the Commission's job a little easier. They do have a very heavy agenda coming up this year and, in order to accomplish this, he would like to issue a challenge that they all work as a team. 5.c. Ms. Brainerd stated she would also like to congratulate Ms. McCarty and Mr. Andrews. It is obvious to her they have the talent and leadership to take on any challenge and she looks forward to the work ahead of them. 5.d. Mr. Andrews stated he would like to thank all the voters who gave him an opportunity to serve and his campaign committee. At this time Mr. Andrews read a prepared statement. 5.e. Ms. McCarty stated she would like to thank her campaign manager and treasurers and also her husband for his patience in the last few months. She stated she would like to rededicate herself to her commit- ment to the community and representing them in the way she votes. She feels encouraged by them sending her back in this reelection effort and is honored to serve the community for two more years. 5.f. Mayor Campbell stated they are privileged tonight to have the Chairman of the Palm Beach County Commission with them, the Honorable Carol Elmquist. Carol Elmquist stated this day has special memories for her as she has worked with Ms. Horenburger for many years. She presented Ms. Horenburger with some good luck balloons. Ms. Elmquist stated she would also like to take this opportunity to congratulate the new member of the Commission and the newly-elected member. -2- 3/30/89 6. Mayor Campbell advised the Commission has been furnished a c~lendar indicating the Commission meeting dates for 1989. The City Manager stated there are no conflicts with regard to religious holidays throughout the year. Ms. Brainerd moved to approve the dates as indicated, seconded by Ms. McCarty. Ms. McCarty questioned if they could not meet on election night as there will be three Commission seats up next year. Ms. Brainerd amended her motion to accept the meeting dates, except for the date set aside for the municipal election, Ms. McCarty amended her second. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Andrews - Yes; Ms. Brainerd - Yes; Ms. McCarty - Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon - Yes; Mayor Campbell - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote. Mayor Campbell declared the meeting adjourned at 7:31 P.M. City ~lerk ATTEST: MAYOR 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 March 30, 1989, which minutes were formally approved and adopted by the City Commission on ~~ ~._~f~.~-~/~ . ' -~ City CLerk NOTE TO READER: If the minutes that you have received are not completed as indicated above, then this means that these are not the official minutes of City Commission. They will become the official minutes only after they have been reviewed and approved which may involve some amendments, additions, or deletions to the minutes as set forth above. -3- 3/30/89