12-12-89 DECEMBER 12, 1989
A Regular 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., Tuesday, December 12,
1989.
1. 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 - Interim City Manager Malcolm T. Bird and
City Attorney Herbert W.A. Thiele.
2. The opening prayer was delivered by Reverend Ralph Nygard,
Barwick Road Baptist Church.
3. The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of
America was given.
4. Ms. Brainerd requested that Item 34 be removed from the Consent
Agenda and placed at the end of the Regular Agenda. The Interim City
Manager stated that Mr. Saberson asked that Items 29 and 30 be placed
between Item 6oB. and 7. In addition, he requested that Item 15 be
removed, as requested by P&Z.
Ms. Brainerd moved for approval of the Agenda, as modified,
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 read a proclamation recognizing the Delray Beach
Rocks Football Team and congratulating them for their "Third Winning
Season". Ben Leonard of Parks and Recreation came forward to recognize
the coaches and players who made this possible. Several members came
forward to present Mayor Campbell and the Commission with trophies.
6.A. Presentation of Awards to Participants in Kids and Cops Pro-
gram.
Assistant City Manager John Elliott stated the Kids and Cops
Program originated through an idea from the Human Relations Committee
and, as a result, provides children with an outlet to participate in
constructive activities with the Delray Police Department. Four Police
Officers volunteered their time and services to adopt one of these
football teams, discussing problems and guiding the team in using their
energies in a positive action. Mr. Elliott then recognized the fol-
lowing four Police Officers:
Officer Sal Arena
Officer John Evans
Sgt. Fred Zieglar
Sgt. Matthew Mitchell
Perry Don Francisco, the first President of the Delray Citizens
for Delray Police, presented them with plaques. There was a special
presentation to Chief Kilgore, who made this program possible and Sgt.
Ross Licata for leadership in coordinating this program.
6.B. Resolution No. 100-89. Resolution No. 100-89, renaming the
Linton Avenue Scrub property, is before the Commission for consider-
ation.
The caption of Resolution No. 100-89 is as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, NAMING THE NATURE PRESERVE/PARK LAND
KNOWN AS THE "SCRUB PARCEL" AS THE "LEON M. WEEKES
ENVIRONMENTAL PRESERVE" IN RECOGNITION OF HIS PAST AND
CONTINUING DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH
AND ITS CITIZENS.
(Copy of Resolution No. 100-89 is on file in the official
Resolution Book)
The City Attorney read letters recognizing former Mayor Leon M.
Weekes and his many contributions to the City of Delray Beach and the
State of Florida.
Carol Elmquist, Chairman of the Palm Beach County Commission,
read Resolution No. 89-2175, a Resolution of the Board of County Commis-
sioners, honoring Leon M. Weekes.
Mayor Campbell read the entire resolution at this time.
Ms. Brainerd moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 100-89,
seconded by Ms. McCarty. Upon roll call the Commission voted as fol-
lows: Mr. Andrews - Yes; Ms. Brainerd - Yes; Ms. McCarty - Yes;
Weatherspoon - Yes; Mayor Campbell - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5
to 0 vote.
29. Resolution No. 99-89. Resolution No. 99-89, abandoning S. W.
22nd Avenue, S. W. 10th Court, S. W. 20th Terrace and S. W. llth Court
within the Abbey Delray Total Life Care Community to provide more
security for the residents, is before the Commission for consideration.
The Interim City Manager presented Resolution No. 99-89:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, VACATING AND ABANDONING ALL OF THE
RIGHTS-OF-WAY DEDICATED FOR PUBLIC USE IN THE PLAT OF
ABBEY DELRAY PHASE I, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF
RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 33, PAGE 180, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS
OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND ALL OF THE
RIGHTS-OF-WAY DEDICATED FOR PUBLIC USE IN THE PLAT OF
ABBEY DELRAY PHASE II, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF
RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 35, PAGES 52 AND 53, OF THE PUBLIC
RECORDS OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR A
CONDITION TO W~ICH SAID VACATION AND ABANDONMENT IS
SUBJECT.
(Copy of Resolution No. 99-89 is on file in the official
Resolution Book)
Ms. McCarty moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 99-89,
seconded by Ms. Brainerd. 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.
30. Request for Attendant Site Plan Modification and Final Plat
Approval. The Commission is to consider a request for attendant site
plan modification and final plat approval for the Abbey Delray Total
Life Care Community located at the southwest corner of Congress Avenue
and Lowson Boulevard to rearrange the main entrance configuration,
construct a guard house, close the entrance west of the main entrance
and the entrance at the southeast corner of the site.
Roger Saberson requested the Commission to delegate staff to
work on some minor language changes on the face sheet of the plat.
Ms. Brainerd moved for approval of the site plan modification
and final plat approval, seconded by Ms. McCarty. 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.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
7. Ordinance No. 67-89. (West Atlantic Avenue No. 2) Ordinance
No. 67-89, the voluntary annexation of parcels along West Atlantic
Avenue which includes the Scotty's Hardware Do-it-Yourself Center,
Dunkin Donuts, Taco Bell, Mobil Gas Station, Delray West Plaza Shopping
Center with two out buildings, a vacant fast food restaurant and Flagler
National Bank with proposed zonings of GC and SC, is before the Commis-
sion for consideration on Second and FINAL Reading. Prior to considera-
tion of passage of this ordinance on Second and FINAL Reading, a public
hearing has been scheduled to be held at this time.
The Interim City Manager presented Ordinance No. 67-89:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, ANNEXING TO THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH SIX
(6) PARCELS OF LAND LYING AND BEING IN SECTION 13,
TOWNSHIP 46 SOUTH, RANGE 42 EAST, PALM BEACH COUNTY,
FLORIDA, WHICH LAND IS CONTIGUOUS TO EXISTING MUNICIPAL
LIMITS OF SAID CITY; SAID LAND IS LOCATED AT THE SOUTH-
EAST CORNER OF WEST ATLANTIC AVENUE AND MILITARY TRAIL,
LYING WEST OF WHATLEY ROAD; REDEFINING THE BOUNDARIES OF
SAID CITY TO INCLUDE SAID LAND; PROVIDING FOR THE RIGHTS
AND OBLIGATIONS OF SAID LAND; PROVIDING FOR THE ZONING
THEREOF TO GC (GENERAL COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT, IN PART, AND
SC (SPECIALIZED COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT, IN PART; PROVIDING
A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE;
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 67-89 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 leqally 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.
Ms. Brainerd moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 67-89 on
Second and FINAL Reading, seconded by Ms. McCarty. 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.
8. Ordinance No. 73-89. Ordinance No. 73-89, rezoning property
'located at the southeast corner of N.E. 8th Street and Palm Trail
(Henry's Marina) from GC (General Commercial) to SAD (Special Activities
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. Approval is recommended, subject to the following condi-
tions:
1. Submittal of a revised landscape plan addressing the
following:
(a) Comments 1-10 under the "Review By Others" section
of the staff report.
2. Subject to submittal of a revised site plan addressing
the following:
(a) Comments A-K under the Technical Item section of
this staff report.
3. Providing a landscape maintenance agreement for installa-
tion, irrigation and maintenance of landscaping with the
right-of-ways for N. E. 8th Street and Palm Trail.
4. Providing a perpetual easement for off-site parking with
the church to the east. Also address parking require-
ments for boat storage racks.
5. Subject to platting, with the plat submittal to include
the following:
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(a) a five foot right-of-way reservation along N. E. 8th
Street
(b) a five foot right-of-way dedication along Palm Trail
(c) survey showing existing elevations on-site and 50'
off-site and along perimeter right-of-ways
(d) drainage plans
(e) sewer and water plans accommodating the following:
1. Installation of a clean out on the existing
lateral sewer extension to the sight
2. Installation of a fire hydrant adjacent to the
southernmost driveway
3. Replacement of a 2-inch water main with a 6-inch
main
and subsequently recommending approval to the City Commission
for Administrative Relief for off-site parking pursuant to Sec.
173.775 (B) (2) and;
A positive recommendation to the Board of Adjustment on a
waiver from Sec. 173.633 (D) to the 10-foot landscape require-
ment along N. E. 8th Street.
The Interim City Manager presented Ordinance No. 73-89:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, REZONING AND PLACING LAND PRESENTLY ZONED
GC (GENERAL COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT IN SAD (SPECIAL ACTIVI-
TIES) DISTRICT; SAID LAND BEING A PARCEL LYING IN SECTION
9, TOWNSHIP 46 SOUTH, RANGE 43 EAST, CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA; SAID LAND IS LOCATED
AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF N.E. 8TH STREET AND PALM
TRAIL; GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE AND SITE AND DEVELOPMENT
PLAN APPROVAL WITH CERTAIN CONDITIONS; AMENDING "ZONING
MAP OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, 1983"; PROVIDING A GENERAL
REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 73-89 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.
Digby Bridges, representing the Planning & Zoning Board, stated
they confirmed that marine type engines only should be repaired there
and that gas should be sold only for recreational boat purposes. He
also feels that CAB should look into the painting of the boat racks with
perhaps a blue color that would disappear into the skyline.
Mike Connor, consultant to the owner of the Marina, stated if
there were any other questions he would be happy to answer them.
The public hearing was closed.
Ms. McCarty moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 73-89,
including Mr. Bridges suggestions, on Second and FINAL Reading, seconded
by Ms. Brainerd.
The Interim City Manager expressed a concern that the Commis-
sion would be directing the CAB in the form of an ordinance. He recom-
mended a letter be sent to the CAB encompassing Mr. Bridges remarks.
The Commission concurred.
Ms. McCarty amended her motion, subject to submittal of a
letter as recommended by the Interim City Manager, Ms. Brainerd 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.
9. Ordinance No. 76-89. Ordinance No. 76-89, amending the Code of
6rdinances by enacting a new subheading "Change Orders and Contract
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Modifications" to provide for approval procedures for Change Orders to
construction and non-construction contracts, contract modifications and
internal procedures for processing those documents, 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 Interim City Manager presented Ordinance No. 76-89:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING TITLE III, "ADMINISTRATION",
CHAPTER 36, "FINANCE; CITY PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS", OF THE
CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA,
BY ENACTING A NEW SUBHEADING, "CHANGE ORDERS AND CONTRACT
MODIFICATIONS", TO INCLUDE SECTIONS 36.10 THROUGH 36.14;
PROVIDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF SAID SECTIONS; PROVIDING
DEFINITIONS; PROVIDING FOR APPROVAL PROCEDURES FOR CHANGE
ORDERS TO PURCHASE ORDERS FOR NON-CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS;
PROVIDING FOR APPROVAL PROCEDURES FOR CHANGE ORDERS TO
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS; PROVIDING FOR INTERNAL PROCEDURES
AND FOR THE PROCESSING OF CHANGE ORDERS; PROVIDING A
SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE;
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 76-89 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.
Ms. McCarty moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 76-89 on
Second and FINAL Reading, seconded by Ms. Brainerd. 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.
10. Ordinance No. 78-89. Ordinance No. 78-89, amending the Code of
Ordinances to provide additional information relating to qualifications
and time frames for qualifying for special elections to fill vacancies
created by municipal recall, 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.
Mayor Campbell left the Commission Chambers at this time and
Vice-Mayor McCarty took the Chair.
The Interim City Manager presented Ordinance No. 78-89:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING TITLE III, "ADMINISTRATION",
CHAPTER 34, "ELECTIONS", SUBHEADING, "QUALIFICATIONS FOR
CANDIDACY", OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, BY AMENDING SECTION 34.16, "FILING
OF NOMINATING PETITION", AND SECTION 34.17, "PROCEDURE
AFTER FILING", TO PROVIDE FOR QUALIFICATIONS AND TIME
FRAMES FOR QUALIFYING FOR SPECIAL ELECTIONS TO FILL
VACANCIES CREATED PURSUANT TO FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION
100.361, "MUNICIPAL RECALL", PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE;
PROVIDING A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFEC-
TIVE DATE.
The Interim City Manager presented Ordinance No. 78-89:
(Copy of Ordinance No. 78-89 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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Ms. Brainerd moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 78-89 on
Second and FINAL Reading, seconded by Mr. Weatherspoon. Upon roll call
the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Andrews - Yes; Ms. Brainerd - Yes;
Mr. Weatherspoon - Yes; Vice-Mayor McCarty - Yes. Said motion passed
with a 4 to 0 vote.
11. Ordinance No. 83-89. Ordinance No. 83-89, amending the Linton
Square SAD to accommodate a veterinary clinic, 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 Interim City Manager presented Ordinance No. 83-89:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 52-84 BY AMENDING
SECTION 2(a) TO ADD "VETERINARY CLINIC", SUBJECT TO
CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS, AS AN ADDITIONAL CONDITIONAL USE
WHICH IS PERMITTED IN THIS SAD ZONING DISTRICT; PROVIDING
A SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE;
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 83-89 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.
Mr. Weatherspoon moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 83-89
on Second and FINAL Reading, seconded by Ms. Brainerd. Upon roll call
the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Andrews - Yes; Ms. Brainerd - Yes;
Mr. Weatherspoon - Yes; Vice-Mayor McCarty - Yes. Said motion passed
with a 4 to 0 vote.
Mayor Campbell returned to the Commission Chambers at this time
and took the Chair.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
12.1. Ingrid Eckler, 2750 Seacrest Boulevard, stated it is her
understanding that the City of Delray Beach has an ordinance which
requires that a candidate filing for Mayor or City Commissioner must
have been registered as a voter on/or before September 1st of the year
prior to the election. In addition, she has researched the U.S. and
Florida Constitutions along with the Palm Beach Charter and found in
many instances there are age and residency requirements. She feels it
would be expedient for the City Commission to take the necessary steps
to amend this ordinance in order that the original intent of residency
be provided.
12.2. Roy Simon, Chairman of the DDA, stated that he would like to
address the noise ordinance and the manner in which it applies to
activities in the downtown business district. He feels there should be
some consideration shown to those who are encouraging activities that
involve bands and concerts in the downtown area so they will not be shut
down in the middle of a performance.
12.3. Arthur Jackel, Chairman of United Property Owners, stated he
endorses comments made by Mrs. Eckler. He would like to see the ordi-
nance rescinded immediately.
12.4. David Henninger, 602 Sunshine Drive, President of Lake Ida
Property Owners Association, stated they support Mrs. Eckler's comments.
They feel the right to choose is the basis of the free system of govern-
ment and are requesting that right not be denied.
12.5. Ann Gannon, President of Dell Park Homeowners Association,
stated she is speaking for herself. She feels those persons running for
elected public offices are required to uphold greater standards than the
average citizen and the ordinance should remain as is.
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12.6. David Armstronq, representing Ackerle Communication of Florida,
an outdoor advertising business, stated recently the City entered into a
contract with Eagle Outdoor Advertising and Park Ten Business Park as
owners of a billboard, along with the land it is located on. The terms
of this contract become effective January 1, 1990, and provide that the
owners relocate the existing structure and remove it after a ten year
period. In addition, the owners agreed to pay the City $45,000 for
beautification. His position is that Eagle Advertising implied they
owned the sign when, in fact, the sign has been owned by Ackerle Commu-
nication clients since 1977. He requested this be discussed at the next
Regular Meeting or at an upcoming workshop, as they feel the contract
should be rescinded to avoid litigation.
12.7. The following citizens spoke in opposition to rescinding or
amending the ordinance spelling out the requirements for candidates
seeking election to a public office: Sid Soloway, Jay Slavin and David
Nathanson.
12.8. Susan Delegal, attorney representing Dan Burns, stated she has
completed a legal review and analysis of the City Code and Charter
provisions with regard to the ordinance setting out requirements for
proposed candidates. She submitted a memo to the City Attorney, indi-
cating that copies be distributed to each Commissioner. It states the
position, she feels, that calls for the invalidation of the ordinance as
violative of the provisions of the City Charter. She requested that the
Commission consider the ordinance not effective or urge them to consider
legislation to correct, what she feels, would be upheld by a Court as an
invalid ordinance. The purpose is to provide that the field be as wide
as possible for those qualified in order that the electorate of the City
be afforded the opportunity to choose.
FIRST READINGS
13. Ordinance No. 84-89. Ordinance No. 84-89, rezoning the Norris
property located on the southwest corner of S. W. llth Avenue and S. W.
1st Street from RM-6 (Residential Medium) to RO (Residential Office), is
before the Commission for consideration on First Reading. If passed,
Public Hearing will be held January 16th.
The Interim City Manager presented Ordinance No. 84-89:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, REZONING AND PLACING LAND PRESENTLY ZONED
RM-6 (MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING) DISTRICT IN RO (RESIDEN-
TIAL OFFICE) DISTRICT; SAID LAND BEING LOTS 13 AND 14,
BLOCK 6, ATLANTIC GARDENS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF
RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 14 AT PAGE 63 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS
OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA; SAID LAND IS LOCATED AT
THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF S. W. llTH AVENUE AND S. W. lST
STREET; AND AMENDING "ZONING MAP OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORI-
DA, 1983"; PROVIDING A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING
A SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
The City Attorney read the caption of the ordinance.
Ms. Brainerd moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 84-89 on
First Reading, seconded by Ms. McCarty. 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.
14. Ordinance No. 85-89. Ordinance No. 85-89, providing for
consumption of alcoholic beverages on the golf course premises so long
as such beverages are purchased from the golf course restaurant, is
before the Commission for consideration on First Reading. If passed,
Public Hearing will be held after advertising requirements are satis-
fied.
The Interim City Manager presented Ordinance No. 85-89:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING TITLE 11, "BUSINESS REGULATIONS,
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CHAPTER 113, "ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES", BY ENACTING A NEW
SECTION 113.20, "DELRAY BEACH MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE", TO
PERMIT THE CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ON THE
DELRAY BEACH MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE; PROVIDING A GENERAL
REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE AND PROVIDING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
The City Attorney read the caption of the ordinance.
Ms. Brainerd moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 85-89 on
First Reading, seconded by Ms. McCarty. Upon roll call the Commission
voted as follows: Mr. Andrews - No; Ms. Brainerd - Yes; Ms. McCarty -
Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon - No; Mayor Campbell - No. Said motion FAILED
with a 3 to 2 vote.
Before roll call the following discussion was had:
Mr. Weatherspoon asked how this is different from the beach or
parks where consumption of alcoholic beverages is not allowed. The City
Attorney advised it is the only location in which there is a licensed
premise that sells the beverage on the same property. Mr. Weatherspoon
expressed a concern with regard to the liability in case of an accident.
The City Attorney stated the City is, hopefully, not liable, as the
licensee is required to carry insurance up to $5,000,000.
Ms. Brainerd questioned the results should the Commission pass
on the ordinance. The City Attorney advised this would not preclude the
Commission from readdressing the item later. He further stated, techni-
cally, the answer is "Consumption of alcoholic beverages outside of a
business establishment except at permanently established tables and
chairs on an outdoor patio constitutes an offense under the Code".
Ms. Brainerd questioned how other municipal golf courses handle
this situation. The City Attorney advised they do not have a restric-
tive ordinance like the City of Delray Beach. The only other applicable
overriding thing is that the County recently enacted an ordinance on
using open containers in vehicles, which is applicable everywhere.
At this point the roll was called to the motion.
REGULAR AGENDA
16. Interlocal Agreement Between the City and Solid Waste Authori-
tY- The Commission is to consider approving an interlocal agreement
between the City and Solid Waste Authority to turn revenues from
recyclables over to the Solid Waste Authority in return for reduction of
a monthly service charge to City customers.
The Interim City Manager stated there was an unfortunate
headline in one of the local newspapers indicating that the recycling
effort was being diminished and he would like to confirm to the public
that the recycling effort has not changed. The only thing to be changed
is the final destination after pickup.
Ms. Brainerd questioned if any errors by staff have been made
to cause some of the recyclables to be placed in the landfill, as the
paper indicated. The Interim City Manager advised the recyclables will
be going to the Solid Waste Authority recycling facility, which is
physically located at the landfill.
Ms. Brainerd moved for approval of the interlocal agreement
between the City and the Solid Waste Authority, 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.
17. Consider Terms of Two Offers to Purchase City-owned Property.
The Commission is to consider terms associated with two offers to
purchase City-owned property located at the corner of Miramar and
Venetian Drives and, if acceptable, direct staff to advertise for Public
Hearing. Approval is recommended.
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The City Attorney expressed concerns, one of which has since
been eliminated, regarding a request that something be done akin to a
purchase money mortgage. The other item contains certain conditions
that exist in one of the contracts precedent to the effectiveness of the
contract. This condition binds the City Commission in case the deal
should fall through, based upon the subsequent legislative review of
site plan approvals, etc. He is requesting if any of these proposals
are acceptable to go forward and advertise for Public Hearing, that the
Administration and his office be directed to contact the proposed
purchasers, explain the City's concerns and ask if another provision can
be worked out or possibly eliminate these concerns at the time of that
meeting to be held on the 27th of December. This would provide a clean,
acceptable offer that can be dealt with as to the merits of the purchase
price and other conditions.
Mayor Campbell questioned, at the time of that meeting, if
changes can be made, due to the fact that that is the time the contract
is approved. The City Attorney confirmed this, but stated except if the
Commission should say "those conditions are unacceptable, so forget the
whole idea", the advertising would be forgotten.
The Interim City Manager stated the recommendation of the Real
Estate Advisory Committee is that offers on both parcels should be
entertained.
Ms. McCarty moved for approval of the recommendation of the
realty committee to advertise both offers for Public Hearing, seconded
by Ms. Brainerd. 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.
Before roll call the following discussion was had:
Ms. McCarty, in referring to Section 2 in the memo from Assis-
tant City Manager Robert Barcinski, which states if the cost of doing
the repairs is more than 3% etc., stated she feels more research should
be done by the buyer and the Commission should see more before a con-
tract is entered into.
At this point the roll was called to the motion.
18. Consider Terms of Offer to Purchase City-owned Property. The
Commission is to consider terms associated with an offer to purchase
City-owned property located on North Federal Highway (Adult Bookstore)
and, if acceptable, direct staff to advertise for Public Hearing.
Approval is recommended.
The Interim City Manager recommended that a waiver of that
provision should be attempted. If that means they want to amend the
price, based on that, they probably need to do that, because that could
come back and be dependent upon interpretation and could be a signifi-
cant figure.
Ms. McCarty stated if staff could direct them as to what they
need to do to bring it up to Code, they could then price it.
Ms. McCarty moved to direct staff to advertise for the sale of
the Adult Bookstore property, seconded by Ms. Brainerd. 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.
19. Presentation of Landscape Plans for Dixie Highway and S. W.
10th Street Overpass. The Commission is to consider providing direction
and approval of a landscape plan for Dixie Highway as presented by H.
Kurt Kettlehut. Approval is recommended.
At this time a brief slide presentation and an explanation of
the landscaping for this area was presented by Kurt Kettlehut, Landscape
Architect.
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Upon question by Mr. Weatherspoon regarding plans to extend the
landscaping east of 10th Street, Mr. Kettlehut stated there are current
plans for road and drainage improvements in that area and he has no
plans to landscape until those improvements have been implemented.
Mr. Andrews questioned if this is a sprinklered area and if the
taller trees will be planted far enough back to accommodate a four-lane
underpass. Mr. Kettlehut answered yes to both questions.
20. Chaqge Order No. 1 Kettlehut Contract. The Commission is to
consider a change order decreasing the scope of service by deleting the
requirement for architectural landscape designs for West Atlantic Avenue
(Congress to Military), Lake Ida Road (Swinton to Military), a portion
of S. W. 10th Street and the inspections associated with those designs.
Deletion of those services will reduce the contract price by $14,451.00.
Approval is recommended.
The Interim City Manager stated because of changes in schedul-
ing, a review was made and there is a desire to amend the contract as
written. He feels the next two items should be discussed together, as
Item 21. represents some things that Mr. Kettlehut would like to see
added. Due to the uncertainity of some of the construction, perhaps
some of the items should be deleted and the contract amended appropri-
ately. The Administration and Staff recommendation is to approve those
changes represented by Change Order No. 1, resulting in a reduction of
the scope of services that do not appear to be doable in a reasonable
time frame.
Ms. McCarty moved for approval, seconded by Ms. Brainerd. Upon
roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Andrews - Yes; Ms.
Brainerd - Yes; Ms. McCarty - Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon - Yes; Mayor Camp-
bell - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
Before roll call the following discussion was had:
Mr. Weatherspoon questioned when the time comes to implement
these services that are being deleted now, will it be possible to obtain
them for the same price. The Interim City Manager advised that the
majority of the project is completed and there are a couple of choices,
one being that it could be done in house.
At this point the roll was called to the motion.
21. Request for Additions to Kettlehut Contract. The Commission is
to consider a request from Mr. Kettlehut to add additional landscape
architectural services to the existing contract with the City. If
approved, these changes will be incorporated into a change order.
Approval is recommended.
Mr. Kettlehut stated the contract originally negotiated with
the City was a lump contract. Under the provisions of that contract, it
was his responsibility to perform all services to complete the project
and there was no provision made for decreases of that contract or the
fees. The only reason he entertained a decrease was due to the fact
that he performed a number of services over and above the contract and
he considered it to be a trade off with the deletions that were made.
He feels the decrease that has been proposed and the amount of service
he is being asked to perform over and above the contract with no pay is
unfair.
The Interim City Manager stated the only item that staff feels
is appropriate and may be a worthy addition is the design development
presentation; the remainder is subject to negotiation. He further
stated that is only one aspect of his contract. Another option in the
contract is dismissal without cause. He feels it would be an affirma-
tive motion to approve $1,610 for the design development presentation.
Ms. McCarty moved for approval of the $1,610, seconded by Mr.
Weatherspoon. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mr.
Andrews - No; Ms. Brainerd - No; Ms. McCarty - No; Mr. Weatherspoon -
No; Mayor Campbell - Yes. Said motion FAILED with a 4 to 1 vote.
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Before roll call the following discussion was had:
Mr. Weatherspoon questioned if Mr. Kettlehut has had an oppor-
tunity to review a response to his request. The Interim City Manager
advised he attended a meeting last night with Ms. Butler, Ms. Davila and
himself and there will be another meeting tomorrow. Upon question by
Mr. Weatherspoon, Mr. Kettlehut advised, since there is no explanation
or terminology in the contract to determine what a decrease is, he does
not know how it can be determined.
The Interim City Manager stated there will be a meeting tomor-
row to discuss the action of the Commission and, within the terms of the
contract, it leaves a solution to be negotiated.
At this point the roll was called to the motion.
Mr. Weatherspoon moved to request that Mr. Andrews meet with
staff and Mr. Kettlehut at the meeting tomorrow, seconded by Mr.
Andrews. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Andrews -
Yes; Ms. Brainerd - No; Ms. McCarty - Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon - Yes; Mayor
Campbell - No. Said motion passed with a 3 to 2 vote.
22. Termination Alternative - Kettlehut Contract. The Commission
is to consider alternatives for terminating the Kettlehut contract
provided issues cannot be resolved by using the Change Orders as speci-
fied above. Approval is recommended.
Ms. Brainerd moved for approval of the termination of the
Kettlehut contract, seconded by Ms. McCarty. Upon roll call the Commis-
sion voted as follows: Mr. Andrews - Yes; Ms. Brainerd - Yes; Ms.
McCarty - Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon - No; Mayor Campbell - Yes. Said motion
passed with a 4 to 1 vote.
Before roll call the following discussion was had:
Mr. Weatherspoon stated he feels it is frivolous and presumptu-
ous to terminate the contract since it has cost a great deal of money.
Now someone must come in and pick up the pieces and it is going to cost
still more.
The Interim City Manager reiterated a former comment that it is
the intention to complete this project in house.
Mr. Andrews stated one of the things he is concerned about is
the fact there are some important roads that are being assigned to staff
and that puts a terrific burden on them. ~If this cannot come to a
resolution, it goes back to a private enterprise and this is a concern
to him.
At this time the roll was called to the motion.
23. Pineapple Grove Sculpture. The Commission is to consider a
recommendation from Pineapple Grove Sculpture Committee for selection of
Sculptors for the Pineapple Grove Beautification project. Approval is
recommended.
Frank Spence, Chairman of the Pineapple Grove Sculpture Selec-
tion Committee, introduced the members of the committee. He stated that
notices were mailed to local galleries, sculptors known to the area and
art editors of the local newspapers. Thirty-one letters were returned
by these sculptors for consideration, fifteen of which were interviewed.
It was decided by unanimous recommendation that four sculptures are to
be created and the following four sculptors have been commissioned to
create those: Jane Manus, David Landley, Sylvia Jafee and David
Gochenour. $25,000 has been provided in the revised budget by the City
Commission and all four works of art can be created within this budget
amount.
Ms. McCarty moved for approval of the staff recommendation,
seconded by Ms. Brainerd. Upon roll call the Commission voted as
follows: Mr. Andrews - Yes; Ms. Brainerd - Yes; Ms. McCarty - Yes; Mr.
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Weatherspoon - Yes; Mayor Campbell - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5
to 0 vote.
24. Tennis Center/Lavers. The Commission is to consider providing
direction regarding the identification of an approximate amount of
monies that will be spent pursuing this activity and direct staff
regarding how to proceed with this project.
The Interim City Manager stated the dollar figures represent
all of the improvements which were incorporated in the drawings provided
by Mr. Andrews, but not necessarily those items absolutely necessary in
order to create a viable tennis center. He feels the figure could be
reduced by $400,000, which would leave approximately $500,000 for land
acquisition, along with a second phase to complete, in order to complete
the entire project as envisioned by Mr. Andrews. The $400,000 would
allow the existing courts, the additional eight clay lighted courts, the
relocation of the buildings currently used as a sales center to use as a
pro shop and locker rooms and a portion of the parking. The direction
needed from the Commission is the establishment of the parameters for
negotiation allowing more definitive information to submit to FDIC and,
hopefully, the Judge will have taken the action anticipated.
Mr. Andrews stated he feels if something of this nature is
presented, there will be other results that will enable this process to
be moved along.
Mayor Campbell stated it is his understanding that this did not
make the Court calendar this fall so has not gone to foreclosure. The
City Attorney advised it is basically now under consideration, pending
Judicial decision, with no more docketing necessary.
Ms. Brainerd moved for approval of the parameters as outlined,
seconded by Mr. Andrews. Upon roll call the Commission voted as fol-
lows: Mr. Andrews - Yes; Ms. Brainerd - Yes; Ms. McCarty - Yes; Mr.
Weatherspoon - Yes; Mayor Campbell - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5
to 0 vote.
Before roll call the following discussion was had:
Don Cleveland, 1627 N. Swinton Avenue, questioned what happened
at the meeting in Atlanta. Mr. Andrews stated everyone has an under-
standing as to where the process is and he feels they are trying to get
a resolution with all the properties that FSLIC has. He also stated the
most important item that came to light was the fact that the zoning on
that parcel makes it very advantageous to the City.
At this point the roll was called to the motion.
25. Delray Affair. The Commission is to consider approval of the
Delray Affair, including City services, partial waiver of charges for
City services (overtime) and waiver of hold harmless provisions of the
permit. Approval is recommended.
Ms. McCarty moved for approval, seconded by Ms. Brainerd. Upon
roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Andrews - Yes; Ms.
Brainerd - Yes; Ms. McCarty - Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon - Yes; Mayor Camp-
bell - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
Before roll call the following discussion was had:
Upon question by Mr. Weatherspoon, the City Attorney stated he
does not recall waiving the hold harmless issue in totality. It was
confirmed that Event Insurance has been obtained by the Delray Affair
Committee in the amount of $5 million dollars and the City is
co-insured.
At this time the roll was called to the motion.
26. Request for Funding - S.D. Spady Elementary School. The
Commission is to consider a request from S. D. Spady Elementary School
for funding in the amount of $600 to supply books through their "Reading
is Fundamental" program. Approval is recommended.
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Ms. McCarty questioned why and from where this funding has been
supplied in the past. The Interim City Manager advised he had neglected
to get that information from them, only that the funding was not forth-
coming this year, from whatever source. Ms. McCarty expressed a desire
to learn more about the history of the program and questioned if there
is a time constraint.
Ms. Brainerd asked for confirmation that an amount of $1,000
was set aside for both Spady and Pine Grove for Safety Patrol and, if
so, would they want to redirect that money to this program or is this in
addition to the Safety Patrol.
Mayor Campbell also expressed a desire for more definite
information, even though he feels the program is well worthwhile. Upon
question, the Interim City Manager advised that other communities are
routinely questioned regarding their contributions. Ms. McCarty stated
that previously, when these types of issues came up, the City Manager
would contact the Commission for approval to place it on the agenda.
Ms. Brainerd moved to table the request, seconded by Ms.
McCarty. 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.
Mr. Andrews left the Commission Chambers at this time due to a
conflict of interest.
27. Request for Conditional Use Approval. The Commission is to
consider a request for a professional office on N. E. 4th Street and
attendant site plan modification. Approval is recommended.
Ms. Brainerd moved for approval, seconded by Ms. McCarty. Upon
roll call the Commission voted as follows: Ms. Brainerd - Yes; Ms.
McCarty - Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon - Yes; Mayor Campbell - Yes. Said
motion passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
Before roll call the following discussion was had:
Upon question by Mayor Campbell, David Kovacs, Director of P&Z,
stated the reason it is a modification opposed to an approval is because
when existing property is being dealt with, the existing condition is
the site plan of record.
At this time the roll was called to the motion.
28. Request for Conditional Use and Site Plan Approval. The
Commission is to consider a request for a conditional use and site plan
approval for the Exxon Station located on the northeast corner of
Atlantic and Congress Avenues to accommodate a car wash in lieu of a
revised service area, subject to the following conditions:
1. Submittal of an amended L.W.D.D. drainage district
permit.
2. Submittal of a revised landscape plan addressing condi-
tions 1-9 under the "Review by Others" section of this
staff report and modification of the location of signage
to correspond with the site plan.
3. Submittal of revised water and sewer plans accommodating
the following:
a. Provide reduced pressure zone device on the domestic
water and car wash water lines.
4. Submittal of a revised lighting plan which retains all
lighting on site.
5. Contribution for the Congress Beautification Fund based
on $10.00 for each front of frontage or
260' x $20.000 = $2,600.00
Approval is recommended.
Ms. Brainerd moved for approval, seconded by Ms. McCarty. Upon
roll call the Commission voted as follows: Ms. Brainerd - Yes; Ms.
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McCarty - Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon - Yes; Mayor Campbell - Yes. Said
motion passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
31. Request for Waiver of Building Permit Fees. The Commission is
to consider a request for a waiver of permit fees for proposed improve-
ments to be made at 211 S. E. 10th Street which will accommodate servic-
es and offices to serve women in need of assistance. Approval is
recommended.
Ms. Brainerd moved for approval, seconded by Ms. McCarty. Upon
roll call the Commission voted as follows: Ms. Brainerd - Yes; Ms.
McCarty - Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon - Yes; Mayor Campbell - Yes. Said
motion passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
Before roll call the following discussion was had:
Mr. Weatherspoon stated, for the record, the former policy for
cases such as this did not indicate an address due to the sensitivity of
it.
At this time the roll was called to the motion.
Mr. Andrews returned to the Commission Chambers at this time.
32. Denial of Settlement Offer. The Commission is to consider a
request from Reverend and Mrs. Dingman in the amount of $1,895 to settle
pending litigation against the City. Denial is recommended.
Ms. Brainerd moved for denial of the request, seconded by Ms.
McCarty. 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.
Before roll call the following discussion was had
Reverend Gerald Dingman stated his neighbor, who is the Super-
intendent of Grounds of Quail Ridge, is present, along with other
witnesses. He requested the Commission to allow him to make a brief
presentation to answer two questions prior to voting, as follows: (1)
Why did they sue the City? (2) Why do they feel the City owes them?
He feels the golf balls that hit his property are aimed directly at his
property by golfers and a few individuals who have consumed alcohol, and
he is requesting that the golf balls be kept within the boundaries of
the City property. For the past five years he has made an attempt to
correct this problem with Mr. House, to no avail. As a result, his
attorney will present the case in small claims Court at 10:00 A.M.
tomorrow, if the Commission refuses his request.
Dave Holler, Certified Golf Course Superintendent, stated there
is no direction on the practice tee indicating where to stand when
hitting a golf ball. Upon question by Mayor Campbell, the Interim City
Manager confirmed that the new lessee is aware of the problem and is to
do everything possible to minimize stray golf balls from encroaching on
nearby properties.
At this point the roll was called to the motion.
33. Denial of Settlement Offer. The Commission is to consider a
request for a settlement offer from Mr. Butts in the amount of $50,000
to settle pending litigation against the City. Denial is recommended.
Ms. Brainerd moved for denial of the request, 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.
34. Maintenance of Grounds - Women's Club. The Commission is to
consider modification of an agreement between the City and Women's Club
to provide for City maintenance of grounds around the Women's Club
building. Approval is recommended.
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On question by Ms. Brainerd, the Interim City Manager confirmed
that the City owns the land on which the Women's Club is built, but not
the structure. In addition, he advised the City has public access to
the extent that it is granted when asked for, but the City does not
control that access. The City maintains the grounds on the eastern side
of the block as a passive open area. Ms. McCarty commented that she
feels the western side of the building needs some attention, especially
with the beautification plans on Federal Highway. The Interim City
Manager advised a letter has been submitted to the President of the
Women's Club, asking her to be responsible for the irrigation if the
City undertakes the maintenance. Ms. Brainerd expressed a desire to
have staff explore with the Women's Club and, perhaps, get some input
from Mr. Weldon in order that this resource may be better utilized for
public or civic activities in the future.
Mr. Weatherspoon stated, even though the City is able to
utilize this facility, there is a cost involved. Where land is leased
for a certain amount of money, an agreement is usually entered into
regarding the maintenance and he feels they should be required to live
up to their part of the agreement which states they shall maintain the
exterior.
The City Attorney stated the property was acquired and the
lease entered into in 1948, so it is not a recent issue.
Mr. Weatherspoon stated he would like to see something in
writing regarding their financial need. When the facility is used,
there is a cost involved and he would assume they would have the neces-
sary funds to do what needs to be done.
Alice Finst stated formerly when this issue was discussed, the
City was maintaining the property. The discussion centered around how
much the City would save if they did not maintain the property and, at
that time, the maintenance was turned over to the Women's Club. The
City Attorney confirmed that the Women's Club does not lease the east
half of the property.
Ms. Brainerd stated she would like to hear more about the
organization with regard to their fiscal situation and review what was
discussed in the past to utilize the land.
Ms. Brainerd moved for approval of the request to maintain the
grounds with staff to supply the information she requested at another
point in time, seconded by Ms. McCarty. Upon roll call the Commission
voted as follows: Mr. Andrews - Yes; Ms. Brainerd - Yes; Ms. McCarty -
Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon - No; Mayor Campbell - Yes. Said motion passed
with a 4 to 1 vote.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were considered by the Commission as the
Consent Agenda:
35. Initiation of City Employee Award Program. The Commission is
to consider initiating an Award Program for City employees who meet
certain years of service requirement (5 year increments) and to honor
those employees retiring. Approval is recommended.
36. Authorization to Participate in the Ford Foundation 1990
Innovation Award Program. The Commission is to authorize staff to
submit an application to the Ford Foundation 1990 Innovation Award
Program for a possible grant award for our after school care program.
Approval is recommended.
37. Tuition Reimbursement Program. Ratification of a tuition
reimbursement program for sworn police officers and certified fire
fighters and acceptance of draft policies is before the Commission for
consideration. Approval is recommended.
38. Resolution No. 97-89. Resolution No. 97-89, requesting special
consideration from Palm Beach County regarding road improvements on Lake
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Ida Road from Jog Road to Federal Highway, is before the Commission for
consideration. Approval is recommended.
The caption of Resolution No. 97-89 is as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, TO THE PALM BEACH COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS REQUESTING SPECIAL CONSIDERATION REGARDING
ROAD IMPROVEMENTS TO LAKE IDA ROAD, FROM JOG ROAD TO
FEDERAL HIGHWAY; PROVIDING FOR COPIES; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Copy of Resolution No. 97-89 is on file in the official
Resolution Book)
39. Resolution No. 98-89. Resolution No. 98-89, authorizing the
issuance of not exceeding $21,492,000 aggregate principal amount General
Obligation Bonds (multiple projects) of which $5,180,000 aggregate
principal amount shall be issued for the purpose of financing the
acquisition, construction, reconstruction, and equipping of certain fire
facilities; not exceeding $11,207,000 in the aggregate principal amount
shall be issued for the purpose of financing the acquisitions, construc-
tion and reconstruction of certain street, sidewalk, alley,
rights-of-way, drainage and beautification project; not exceeding $4,605
shall be issued for the purpose of financing the acquisition, construc-
tion and equipping of improvements to certain recreational and cultural
facilities; and not exceeding $500,000 in aggregate principal amount
shall be issued for the purpose of financing the acquisition and con-
struction of various neighborhood improvement projects; providing the
terms, right, remedies and security of the holders, and making certain
other covenants of such General Obligation Bonds are provided for, is
before the Commission for consideration.
The caption of Resolution No. 98-89 is as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT EXCEEDING
$21,492,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT GENERAL OBLIGATION
BONDS (MULTIPLE PROJECTS) OF WHICH: (A) NOT EXCEEDING
$5,180,000 IN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT SHALL BE ISSUED
FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUC-
TION, RECONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPPING OF CERTAIN FIRE
FACILITIES; (B) NOT EXCEEDING $11,207,000 IN AGGREGATE
PRINCIPAL AMOUNT SHALL BE ISSUED FOR THE PURPOSE OF
FINANCING THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION AND RECONSTRUC-
TION OF CERTAIN STREET, SIDEWALK, ALLEY, RIGHTS OF WAY,
DRAINAGE AND BEAUTIFICATION PROJECTS; (C) NOT EXCEEDING
$4,605,000 SHALL BE ISSUED FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING
THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, AND EQUIPPING OF IMPROVE-
MENTS TO CERTAIN RECREATIONAL AND CULTURAL FACILITIES;
AND (D) NOT EXCEEDING $500,000 IN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL
AMOUNT SHALL BE ISSUED FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING THE
ACQUISITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF VARIOUS NEIGHBORHOOD
IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS; PROVIDING FOR THE TERMS OF SUCH
GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, PROVIDING FOR THE RIGHTS,
REMEDIES AND SECURITY OF THE HOLDERS OF THE GENERAL
OBLIGATION BONDS; MAKING CERTAIN OTHER COVENANTS AND
AGREEMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE ISSUANCE OF SUCH
GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
(Copy of Resolution No. 98-89 is on file in the official
Resolution Book)
40. Resolution No. 101-89. Resolution No. 101-89, assessing costs
for abatement action required to demolish an unsafe building on property
located at 601 S. W. 3rd Street, in the amount of $1,760, is before the
Commission for consideration. Approval is recommended.
The caption of Resolution No. 101-89 is as follows:
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 165 OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, ASSESSING COSTS
FOR ABATEMENT ACTION REGARDING AN UNSAFE BUILDING ON
LAND(S) LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH; SETTING
OUT ACTUAL COSTS INCURRED BY THE CITY TO ACCOMPLISH SUCH
ABATEMENT AND LEVYING THE COST OF SUCH ACTION; PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND FOR A DUE DATE AND INTEREST
ASSESSMENTS; PROVIDING FOR THE RECORDING OF THIS 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. 101-89 is on file in the official
Resolution Book)
41. Aware of Bids and Contracts.
A. Rental Rehabilitation - 1119 Germantown Road - Abisset
Corporation in the amount of $13,610 with funding from Communi-
ty Development Rental Rehab (Account No. 118-1975-554-60.23).
B. Gymnastic Instruction - After School Program - Boca
Academy of Gymnastics in the amount of $2,596.00 with funding
from Children's Service Council Grant (Account No.
001-4105-572-34.11).
C. Pier and Ramp Enhancement/Knowles Park - Lucas Marine in
the amount of $33,532 with funding from Knowles Park (Account
No. 334-6111-539-61.61 - costs to be reimbursed from approved
Florida Boating Improvement Program Grant upon receipt).
D. Office Supplies - Decora Office Furniture in an approxi-
mate amount of $32,500 with funding from various departments
operating budgets (35-11 and 35-15/office supplies and operat-
ing supplies).
E. Backhoe - Water Distribution Division - Case Power and
Equipment in the amount of $35,000 with funding from Water and
Sewer Fund - Equipment (Account No. 441-5161-536-60.89).
Ms. Brainerd moved for approval of the Consent Agenda, seconded
by Ms. McCarty. 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.
42.A.1. Mr. Weatherspoon stated he received a tape from the CRA of Fort
Myers setting out their accomplishments and, after viewing it himself,
he will give it to the Commission secretary and would like the Commis-
sioners to feel free to look at it at their leisure. After viewing the
tape, the Commission might like to consider passing it on to the local
CRA.
42.A.2. Mr. Andrews questioned if the Interim City Manager has a report
as yet on how surrounding cities handle the Police Funding Study. The
Interim City Manager advised there were two cities meeting today and
that information will not be available until tomorrow.
42.A.3. Mr. Andrews asked if the City Attorney is going to give the
Commission direction regarding the outdoor advertising. The City
Attorney commented he is prepared to discuss this item; however, it is
not on the agenda tonight. Mr. Andrews requested that he supply the
Commission with some type of information or contact them by telephone.
Mayor Campbell stated the idea is that it has the ability to return to
the Commission on the 27th for consideration. The Commission concurred
to have this item placed on the Special Meeting agenda for December
27th.
42.A.4. Mr. Andrews stated he feels the noise issue in commercial
districts needs to be resolved. The Interim City Manager advised this
has been resolved and anyone wishing to hold a concert must contact his
office.
42.A.5. Mr. Andrews questioned the status of the election issue with
regard to residency qualification. The City Attorney stated the letter
was received from the attorney, Ms. Delegal, this afternoon and a copy
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was sent to each Commissioner. An independent research has been con-
ducted by the City Attorney's office and the issue has been discussed
with the Elections Division in Tallahassee and the Florida League of
Cities. He has also spoken with a number of City Attorneys, who have
faxed copies of their Charters and ordinances. At least half of those
have a residency requirement in duration ranging from 30 days to two
years in advance of the time a person may qualify for candidacy for
office. As to the elector status, the only City that has a requirement
that a candidate be an elector prior to the time of qualification, is
the City of Delray Beach. With regard to the research issue, it is his
position that there is no case in Florida which rules specifically on
the City's issue and he found no case which rules that an elector status
preceding qualification is unconstitutional.
He feels the bottom line is, aside from any philosophical
considerations that the Commission may wish to do, it was enacted in
1985 based upon the recommendation of the Charter Review Committee and
he is not uncomfortable from a legal perspective if the Commission
chooses to retain the ordinance as currently in existence.
Mr. Andrews commented that he spoke with one attorney who
advised that one city made a provision that members on planning and
zoning boards should have a residency requirement of two to three years,
and it was upheld, because it was felt they should be knowledgeable
about the issues. He feels this should be looked into with regard to
the City boards.
Ms. McCarty stated she fully agreed with everything Mr.
Nathanson said, including the purpose of looking at the residency
requirement to prevent interlopers. She feels that, even though it was
a good thing at the time, it has proven to be too restrictive as the
purpose was not to disenfranchise any residents from filing for office.
She would like the City Attorney to prepare an amendment to the ordi-
nance, providing ways to determine residency allowing the City to be in
line with other communities. She also questioned the rationale behind
the September 1st date.
Mr. Weatherspoon commented that it never ceases to amaze him
how people tend to raise or try to justify issues when it favors them.
The guidelines presented by those persons in 1985 were to give the
public assurance that those people who were to serve the community would
show prudence in exercising that process. He could not support a Court
decision saying this is unconstitutional and the existing ordinance must
be changed.
Ms. Brainerd questioned if this was subjected to a Public
Hearing. The City Attorney confirmed that it was and the minutes
reflected there was no comment from any person. Ms. Brainerd stated she
feels the ordinance has served the City well.
42.A.6. Ms. McCarty commented there were four items on the agenda that
were results of the P&Z decisions of last night, along with two items
the real estate board was to make opinions on, for which she had no
available backup and she is hoping this situation is due to the holiday
schedule.
42.A.7. Mayor Campbell stated the Commission had discussed the beach
beautification regarding the lamps and questioned the status. The
Interim City Manager confirmed that it is progressing. Upon question as
to the status of Old School Square, the Interim City Manager stated a
proposal is in progress and being sensitive to their construction is a
factor at this time.
42.B.1. The City Attorney advised he needs direction regarding Resolu-
tion No. 98-89, authorizing the issuance of the Decade of Excellence
Bond. The intent is to file suit and seek Court validation of the GO
Bond Issue unless the Commission directs him differently. Upon question
by Mayor Campbell, the City Attorney stated there is no question of
time. The Commission concurred.
Mayor Campbell left the Commission Chambers at this time and
Vice-Mayor McCarty took the Chair.
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42.B.2. The City Attorney apologized for the late arrival of the
information of a settlement offer in a pending litigation matter that is
now on appeal entitled, Currie vs City of Delray Beach and Palm Beach
County, et al. He was contacted by Counsel for the Plaintiffs this
afternoon and subsequently received an offer to settle the case within a
10-day period.
On question by Ms. McCarty, the City Attorney advised if the
Commission wished to act on this tonight, a motion must be adopted to
amend the agenda to add this item as an emergency item.
Ms. Brainerd moved to amend the agenda to add this as an
emergency item, seconded by Mr. Andrews. Upon roll call the Commission
voted as follows: Mr. Andrews - Yes; Ms. Brainerd - Yes; Mr.
Weatherspoon - Yes; Vice-Mayor McCarty - Yes. Said motion passed with a
4 to 0 vote.
The City Attorney stated there is a settlement offer from the
plaintiffs in the amount of $199,999, of which the City's share would be
one-half. He further stated he spoke with Kent Pratt, Attorney repre-
senting the City, and it is his recommendation that the offer be accept-
ed, on the condition that the County accepts the remaining 50%.
Ms. Brainerd moved for approval of the settlement offer as
recommended, seconded by Mr. Andrews. Upon roll call the Commission
voted as follows: Mr. Andrews - Yes; Ms. Brainerd - Yes; Mr.
Weatherspoon - Yes; Vice-Mayor McCarty - Yes. Said motion passed with a
4 to 0 vote.
Before roll call the following discussion was had:
Mr. Weatherspoon asked from where the City's portion of that
settlement would come. The City Attorney stated it will come from the
Self-Insurance Fund.
At this point the roll was called to the motion.
42.C.1. The Interim City Manager wished everyone a Happy Holiday.
Vice-Mayor McCarty declared the meeting adjourned at 10:27 P.M.
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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 December 12, 1989, which minutes were formal-
ly approved and adopted by the City Commission on QD/R/z~J~o,/9~o -
C~%y ~le~k- /
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
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been reviewed and approved which may involve some amendments, additions,
or deletions to the minutes as set forth above.
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FORM 'SB MEMORANDUM-OF VOTING CONFLICT FOR
COUNTY, MUNICIPAL, AND OTHER LOCAL PUBLIC OFFICERS
t. ASl' NAME--FIRST NAME--MII)DLE NAME NAME OF BOARD, COUNCIL COMMISSION, AUTHORITY, OR COMMITTEE
ANDREWS, WILLIAM FREDERICK DELRAY BEACH CITY COMMISSION
MAILING ,xDDRESS THE BOARI), COUNCIl., cOmmissiOn, AUTHORITY, Or cOmmiTtEe ON
2 1 7 N. E. 4THH ST · WHICH ~ serve ~s A UNIT OF:
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NAME OF POLITICAL SUBDIVISION:
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DATE ON \VHICH VO'FE OCCURRED MY POSITION IS:
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WHO MUST FILE FORM 8B
This form is for use by any person serving at the county, city, or other local level of government on an appointed or elected board,
council, commission, authority, or committee. It appli~e~; eq~'aily to members of advisory and non-advisory bodies who are presented
with a voting conflict of interest under Section 112.3143, Florida Statutes. The requirements of this law are mandatory; although
the use of this particular form is not required by law, you are encouraged to use it in making the disclosure required by law.
Your responsibilities under the law when faced with a measure in which you have a conflict of interest will vary greatly depending
on whether you hold an elective or appointive position. For this reason, please pay close attention to the instructions on this form
before completing the reverse side and filing the form.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH SECTION 112.3t43, FLORIDA STATUTES
ELECTED OFFICERS:
A person holding elective county, municipal, or other local public office MUST ABSTAIN from voting on a measure which inures
to his special private gain. Each local officer also is prohibited from knowingly voting on a measure which inures to the special
gain of a principal (other than a government agency) by whom he is retained.
In either case, you should disclose the conflict:
PRIOR TO THE VOTE BEING TAKEN by publicly stating to the assembly the nature of your interest in the measure on
which you are abstaining from voting; and
WITHIN 15 DAYS AFTER THE VOTE OCCURS by completing and filing this form with the person responsible for recording
the minutes of the meeting, who should incorporate the form in the minutes.
APPOINTED OFFICERS:
A person holding appointive county, municipal, or other local public office MUST ABSTAIN from voting on a measure which
inures to his special private gain. Each local officer also is prohibited from knowingly voting on a measure which inures to the
special gain of a principal (other than a government agency) by whom he is retained.
A person holding an appointive local office otherwise may participate in a matter in which he has a conflict of interest, but must
disclose the nature of the conflict before making any attempt to influence the decision by oral or written communication, whether
made by the officer or at his direction.
IF YOU INTEND TO MAKE ANY ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT WHICH
THE VOTE WILL BE TAKEN:
· You should complete and file this form (before making any attempt to influence the decision) with the person responsible for
recording the minutes of the meeting, who will incorporate the form in the minutes.
· A copy of the form should be provided immediately to the other members of the agency.
· The form should be read publicly at the meeting prior to consideration of the matter in which you have a conflict of interest.
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IF YOU MAKE NO ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION EXCEPT BY DISCUSSION OR VOTE AT THE MEETING:
· You should disclose orally the nature of your conflict in the measure before participating.
· You should complete the form and file it within 15 days after the vote occurs with the person responsible for recording the minutes
of the meeting, who should incorporate the form in the minutes.
DISCLOSURE OF STATE OFFICER'S INTEREST
l, WILLIAM F. ANDREWS , hereby disclose that on ~)~.~, t~ , 19~'~ :
(a) A measure came or will come before my agency which (check one)
__ inured to my special private gain; or
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SEI LER OF P~OPERTY TO W~i. ANE, RE~
(b) The measure before my agency and the nature of my interest in the measure is as follows:
THE PROPERTY I HAD A CONTRACT TO PURCHASE ON WAS LOCATED ON A STREET WHICH
WAS TO HAVE AN ULTIMATE 80 FT. RIGHT OF WAY. THE SELLER WOULD LOSE MONEY ON
THE SALE IF LAND HAD TO BE GIVEN UP SO THAT I COULD MOVE MY BUSINESS THERE.
THE.SELLER REQUESTED AND GOT THE RIGHT TO GIVE UP ONLY 5 FT. OF RIGHT OF WAY
INSTEAD OF I5 FT. THE EXTRA 10 FT. MAY ALLOW ME TO BUILD A LARGER BUILDING
ON THIS PROPERTY IN THE FUTURE ALTHOUGH I AM NOT SURE BECAUSE I DID NOT BY
THE PROPERTY FOR THAT PURPOSE. THE CONTRACT TO PURCHASE PROVIDED THAT FOR
EVERY SQ, FT. OF LAND GIVEN UP. I WOULD PAY $2.50 LESS PER SQ. FT. ~iHICH iS
Al' LEAST $2. PER SQ. FT. LOWER THAN ANY LAND VALUE AROUND. THEREFORE, WHILE
PAYING LESS FOR THE SMALLER PROPERTY, I MAY HAVE IN FACT LOST SOME VALUE
FOR OPEN SPACE LAND, SETBACKS FOR FUTURE EXPANSION AND THE LIKE.
IN A SEPARATE ACTION, THE COMMISSION HAD TO APPROVE MY BUSINESS BEING LOCATED
IN THIS RM 10 DISTRICT, APPROVE A SITE PLAN AND RECOMMENDATIONS BY THE
PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD AND THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD. NOTHING WAS
UNUSUAL ABOUT GRANTING THAT REQUEST AS IT IS PART OF THE NORMAL REGULATORY
PROCEDING FOR COMMERCIAL USES IN THE CITY.
Date Filed Signature
INOTICE: UNDER PROVISIONS OF FLORIDA STATUTES §112.317 (1985), A FAILURE TO MAKE ANY REQUIRED
DISCLOSURE CONSTITUTES GROUNDS FOR AND MAY BE PUNISHED BY ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING:
IMPEACHMENT, REMOVAL OR SUSPENSION FROM OFFICE OR EMPLOYMENT, DEMOTION, REDUCTION IN
SALARY, REPRIMAND, OR A CIVIL PENALTY NOT TO EXCEED $5,000.
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