08-11-87 AUGUST 11, 1987
A Regular Meeting of the City Commission of the City of Delray
Beach, Florida, was called to order by Vice-Mayor Marie Horenburger in
the Commission Chambers at City Hall at 7:06 P.M., Tuesday, August 11,
1987.
1. Roll call showed:
Present - Commissioner Richard J. Dougherty
Commissioner Mary McCarty
Commissioner Jimmy Weatherspoon
Vice-Mayor Marie Horenburger
Mayor Doak S. Campbell (Arrived 8:40 P.M.)
Also present were - City Manager James L. Pennington and City Attorney Herbert W.A. Thiele.
2. The opening prayer was delivered by Reverend Daniel Digatono,
Abbey Delray South.
3. The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of
America was given.
4. Mr. Dougherty requested that Item 18 be moved to the end of the
Regular Agenda.
Mr. Weatherspoon requested that Item 14 be removed from the
Consent Agenda and placed as first item on the Regular Agenda.
Mr. Weatherspoon moved to approve the agenda, as modified,
seconded by Mrs. McCarty. Upon roll call the Commission voted as
follows: Mr. Dougherty - Yes; Mrs. McCarty - Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon -
Yes; Vice-Mayor Horenburger - Yes. Said motion passed with a 4 to 0
vote.
PUBLIC HEARING
5. Ordinance No. 53-87 - Amending Code - Soil Erosion. Ordinance
No. 53-8~, relative to amending Chapter 9 "Buildings and Construction"
of the Code of Ordinances relative to controlling soil erosion in
connection with land development, is before the Commission for consider-
ation 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. 53-87:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 9, "BUILDINGS AND
CONSTRUCTION", OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, BY ENACTING A NEW ARTICLE XX,
"SOIL EROSION CONTROL", PROVIDING FOR CONTROLLING SOIL
EROSION, IN CONNECTION WITH LAND DEVELOPMENT; INCLUDING
LAND CLEARING, GRADING, FILLING AND EXCAVATION, CON-
STRUCTION OF BUILDINGS, UTILITIES, PAVING AND DRAINAGE
FACILITIES, DEMOLITION, AND ANY OTHER LAND DISTURBING
PROCESS OTHER THAN FOR AGRICULTURAL PURPOSES; SETTING
FORTH THE PURPOSE, APPLICABILITY, STANDARDS AND PRO-
CEDURES, AND SOIL EROSION CONTROL METHODS; PROVIDING A
SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 53-87 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. 53-87
on Second and FINAL Reading, seconded by Mrs. McCarty. Upon roll call
the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Dougherty - Yes; Mrs. McCarty -
Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon - Yes; Vice-Mayor Horenburger - Yes. Said motion
passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
6. Ordinance No. 61-87 - Amending Zoning Code - Residential
Parking. Ordinance No. 61-87, amending Chapter 30 "Zoning" of the Code
of Ordinances relative to parking requirements for residential uses when
in conjunction with commercial uses in commercial 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. 61-87:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 30, "ZONING", OF THE
CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA,
BY AMENDING SECTION 30-18 "OFF-STREET PARKING REGULA-
TIONS'', (D) "PARKING REQUIREMENTS", (1) "RESIDENTIAL" (b)
AND (c) BY ESTABLISHING PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR MULTI-
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL USES IN CONJUNCTION WITH AND WITHIN
THE SAME BUILDINGS AS PERMITTED COMMERCIAL USES IN A
COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT; PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE;
PROVIDING A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFEC-
TIVE DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 61-87 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. Dougherty moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 61-87 on
Second and FINAL Reading, seconded by Mrs. McCarty. Upon roll call the
Commission voted as follows: Mr. Dougherty - Yes; Mrs. McCarty - Yes;
Mr. Weatherspoon - Yes; Vice-Mayor Horenburger - Yes. Said motion
passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
7. Ordinance No. 62-87 - Amending Code - Subdivisions. Ordinance
No. 62-87, amending Chapter 24 "Subdivisions" of the Code of Ordinances
to provide a revised definition of subdivisions and certain exceptions
thereto, 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. 62-87:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 24, "SUBDIVISIONS", OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH,
FLORIDA, BY REPEALING SECTION 24-4(0), "SUBDIVISIONS",
AND ENACTING A NEW SECTION 24-4(0), "SUBDIVISIONS", TO
PROVIDE A DEFINITION OF SUBDIVISION, TO PROVIDE FOR THREE
CATEGORIES OF SUBDIVISIONS, AND TO PROVIDE EXCEPTIONS TO
PLATTING REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING A GENERAL REPEALER
CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 62-87 is on file in the official Ordi-
nance Book)
The City Attorney read the caption of the ordinance. A public
hearing was held having been legally advertised in compliance with the
laws of the State of Florida and the Charter of the City of Delray
Beach, Florida. The public hearing was closed.
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Mr. Weatherspoon moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 62-87
on Second and FINAL Reading, seconded by Mrs. McCarty. Upon roll call
the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Dougherty - Yes; Mrs. McCarty -
Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon - Yes; Vice-Mayor Horenburger - Yes. Said motion
passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
8. Ordinance No. 63-87 - Changing the City's Land Use Plan Desiq-
~ation (Rubin) (City Initiated). Ordinance No. 63-87, relative to
changing the City's Land Use Plan Designation in the Comprehensive Plan
for a 1.34-acre parcel from MF-15 (Multiple Family - 15 units/acre) to
MF-M (Multi-Family Moderate Density), located on the east side of State
Road A1A, between Brooks Lane and Lewis Cove, if these streets are
extended eastward, is before the Commission for consideration on First
Reading and First Public Hearing. Prior to consideration of passage of
this ordinance on First Reading, a public hearing has been scheduled to
be held at this time. If passed, Second Public Hearing will be held
August 25th.
The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 63-87:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, CHANGING THE CITY'S LAND USE PLAN DESIG-
NATION IN THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR A PARCEL OF LAND
LYING AND BEING IN SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 46 SOUTH, RANGE
43 EAST FROM MF-15 (MULTIPLE FAMILY - 15 UNITS/ACRE) TO
MF-M (MULTI-FAMILY MODERATE DENSITY). SAID LAND IS
LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF STATE ROAD A1A, BETWEEN
BROOKS LANE AND LEWIS COVE, IF THESE STREETS ARE EXTENDED
EASTWARD; AMENDING THE LAND USE PLAN; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Copy of Ordinance No. 63-87 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. 63-87
on First Reading, seconded by Mr. Dougherty. Upon roll call the Com-
mission voted as follows: Mr. Dougherty - Yes; Mrs. McCarty - Yes; Mr.
Weatherspoon - Yes; Vice-Mayor Horenburger - Yes. Said motion passed
with a 4 to 0 vote.
Before roll call the following discussion was had:
Upon question by Mr. Dougherty as to why the City initiated
this ordinance, the City Attorney advised that this parcel is part of
the Enclave Act. The City initiated all the comprehensive land use
changes last year as a package; however, this parcel was never adopted
formally by the Commission.
At this point the roll was called to the motion.
Vice-Mayor Horenburger stated that before they approve the
Consent Agenda she would like Andre Fladell and Perry DonFrancisco,
representing Delray Citizens for Delray Police, to come forward. She
had promised them they could make a brief presentation.
Andre Fladell stated they have already had two functions this
year and have presented three children of Delray Beach Police with
scholarships. Their next event will be held on Labor Day and, at that
time, they will be holding a police challenge between Boca Raton, Delray
Beach and Boynton Beach. Each department will be vying for $5,000 in
prize money which will be used for their particular department. Tonight
he has brought with him the uniforms of the Delray Beach team and would
like to present one to each Commissioner.
Mr. Fladell advised that they will be presenting the three
scholarships on August 19th at a breakfast held by the Board of Realtors
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in the Atlantic High School at 8:30 A.M. and the Commissioners are
welcome to attend.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are to be considered by the Commission as
the Consent Agenda:
9. Final Statement for Fiscal Year 1987/88 Community Development
Block Grant Program. The Commission is to consider approval of final
statement of Objectives and Projected Use of Funds. Approval is recom-
mended.
10. Rental Rehabilitation Application and Program Description,
Fiscal Year 1987/88. The Commission is to consider approval of submis-
sion of Rental Rehabilitation Application and Program Description to the
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Approval is recom-
mended.
11. Pickup Truck - Public Utilities Department. The Commission is
to consider award of a contract to the low bidder, Bill Wallace Ford,
for a 3/4 ton F-250 to be used by the Water Distribution Division, in
the amount of $11,100, with funds to come from the 1986/87 budget.
Approval is recommended.
12. Chemicals and Fertilizers - Parks and Recreation Department.
The Commission is to consider award of contracts to the following low
bidders, with funds to come from the 1986/87 budget.
Bidder Annual Cost
Chemicals
Woodbury Chemicals Company $ 1,540.75
Atlantic Fertilizer Company 146.70
Lesco, Inc. 3,385.00
Helena Chemical Company 5,070.50
Fertilizers
Lesco, Inc. 8,305.59
Howard Fertilizer Company 12,454.32
Approval is recommended.
13. Relocation of Forcemain No. 50. The Commission is to consider
authorizing Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan to design relocation of
Forcemain No. 50 along Congress Avenue at the E-4 Canal to allow road
widening by the County Engineer's Office. The engineering cost will be
$12,400, with funds to come from the 1986/87 budget. Approval is
recommended.
15. Nuisance Abatement. Resolution No. 28-87, assessing costs of
abating nuisances in accordance with Section 13-13 on 66 parcels, is
before the Commission for consideration.
The caption of Resolution No. 28-87 is as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 13 OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, ASSESSING COSTS
FOR ABATING NUISANCES UPON CERTAIN 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 ABATEMENT OF NUISANCES; PRO-
VIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND FOR A DUE DATE AND
INTEREST ON ASSESSMENTS; PROVIDING FOR THE RECORDING OF
THIS RESOLUTION, AND DECLARING SAID LEVY TO BE A LIEN
UPON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY FOR UNPAID ASSESSMENTS; PRO-
VIDING FOR THE MAILING OF NOTICE OF LIEN.
(Copy of Resolution No. 28-87 is on file in the official
Resolution Book)
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16. Nuisance Abatement. Resolution No. 29-87, assessing costs in
the amount of $3,294.50 for abatement action regarding demolition of an
unsafe building located at 107 N.E. 10th Street, is before the Commis-
sion for consideration.
The caption of Resolution No. 29-87 is as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 9, ARTICLE XIII 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 RECORD-
ING OF THIS RESOLUTION, AND DECLARING SAID LEVY TO BE A
LIEN UPON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY FOR UNPAID ASSESSMENTS;
PROVIDING FOR THE MAILING OF NOTICE.
(Copy of Resolution No. 29-87 is on file in the official
Resolution Book)
17. Nuisance Abatement. Resolution No. 30-87, assessing costs in
the amount of $1,644.50 for abatement action regarding demolition of an
unsafe building located at 415 N.W. 3rd Street, is before the Commission
for consideration.
The caption of Resolution No. 30-87 is as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 9, ARTICLE XIII 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 RECORD-
ING OF THIS RESOLUTION, AND DECLARING SAID LEVY TO BE A
LIEN UPON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY FOR UNPAID ASSESSMENTS;
PROVIDING FOR THE MAILING OF NOTICE.
(Copy of Resolution No. 30-87 is on file in the official
Resolution Book)
Mr. Weatherspoon moved to approve the Consent Agenda, as
modified, seconded by Mr. Dougherty. Upon roll call the Commission
voted as follows: Mr. Dougherty - Yes; Mrs. McCarty - Yes; Mr.
Weatherspoon - Yes; Vice-Mayor Horenburger - Yes. Said motion passed
with a 4 to 0 vote.
REGULAR AGENDA
14. Property for Expansion of Water Treatment Plant. Resolution
No. 19-87, authorizing acquisition of nine lots for proposed expansion
of the Water Treatment Plant, is before the Commission for considera-
tion.
The City Manager presented Resolution No. 19-87:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION IN FEE SIMPLE
OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY, BEING LOTS 1 THROUGH 9, INCLU-
SIVE, NICHOLS SECOND ADDITION TO DELRAY BEACH, AS SHOWN
ON THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 21, PAGE 70,
OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR
THE PUBLIC PURPOSE OF THE EXPANSION AND IMPROVEMENT OF
THE MUNICIPAL WATER TREATMENT PLANT, AND FINDING THE SAME
TO BE A PUBLIC NECESSITY; PROVIDING THE EXACT LEGAL
DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY TO BE ACQUIRED; DETERMINING
AND FINDING THAT THE ACQUISITION OF THE PROPERTY TO BE
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ACQUIRED IS NECESSARY FOR THE STATED PUBLIC PURPOSE;
PROVIDING THAT IN THE EVENT THAT EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEED-
INGS ARE NECESSARY, THE CITY ATTORNEY IS AUTHORIZED TO
RETAIN THE SERVICES OF APPRAISERS, EXPERTS IN OTHER
DISCIPLINES, AND PRIVATE COUNSEL TO ASSIST HIM IN THIS
MATTER; PROVIDING FOR THE FURNISHING OF COPIES.
Upon question by Mr. Weatherspoon, the City Attorney advised
this resolution is the first step in authorizing appraisals and negotia-
tions. For purposes of setting up a potential eminent domain action, if
the owners do not negotiate reasonably or fairly, it also authorizes the
City to commence the taking of the property through condemnation. There
are technical reasons why the Commission would want to approach it from
this standpoint as it makes for a better bargaining position for their
values.
Mr. Weatherspoon stated that during their previous discussions
they talked about having a relocation plan. He feels that, unless it is
an emergency and they need the resolution passed now, they should wait.
Mr. Dougherty stated the intent is that they will allow the
people to stay in their homes, as renters, until such time as the
expansion of the plant is required.
Mr. Weatherspoon stated they do not have a policy in place to
relocate these people, yet, they are moving forward with this resolu-
tion. He feels they should take care of the policy first, then move
forward.
Mr. Dougherty suggested that they place the relocation issue on
the next workshop agenda. Mr. Weatherspoon stated that is fine; how-
ever, he feels they should not pass the resolution tonight.
Mr. Dougherty moved for the adoption of Resolution No. 19-87,
seconded by Mrs. McCarty. Upon roll call the Commission voted as
follows: Mr. Dougherty - Yes; Mrs. McCarty - Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon - No;
Vice-Mayor Horenburger - No. Said motion FAILED by a 2 to 2 vote.
Before roll call the following discussion was had:
Vice-Mayor Horenburger stated she has no problem with postpon-
ing this until they have at least had a discussion.
Upon question by Mrs. McCarty, the City Manager stated if they
were to look at the relocation policy after passage of this resolution
it would become part of the negotiation procedure. It sometimes makes
the negotiations a little easier if you tell the individual what you are
going to offer and that you will also provide certain types of reloca-
tion benefits.
At this point the roll was called to the motion.
Mr. Weatherspoon moved to postpone Resolution No. 19-87.
Vice-Mayor Horenburger passed the gavel to Deputy Vice-Mayor
Weatherspoon and seconded the motion. Upon roll call the Commission
voted as follows: Mr. Dougherty - Abstained; Mrs. McCarty - Yes; Deputy
Vice-Mayor Weatherspoon - Yes; Mrs. Horenburger - Yes. Said motion
passed with a 3 to 0 vote, with Mr. Dougherty abstaining.
Before roll call, upon question by Mr. Dougherty, the City
Attorney advised that you are allowed to step down as chairman of any
vote, provided that during that issue you do not reclaim the gavel.
At this point the roll was called to the motion.
Planning, Development and Engineering
19.20.21.22. Roy Flack stated that last Friday an attempt was made to
settle this matter with the attorney and group opposing these items.
They left the meeting believing it had been settled; however, apparently
there is some dissension among the group opposing. He feels the best
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approach tonight is to let the people opposed state their position and
then he will respond.
.Philip Beddleson, 1435 N.W. 23rd Lane, stated he is one of the
people opposing the opening of 23rd Lane. He did not attend the meeting
Friday; however, he heard that there seems to be an inconsistency in
that they were under the impression the matter would be laid in front of
the people of Rainberry Bay. At a meeting this morning with the Board
of Directors it appeared that Mr. Flack's intention was to let the Board
of Directors decide. The attorney representing the group opposing is
not present tonight as he also believed this matter would go before the
people of Rainberry Bay.
Mr. Flack stated that he has a written memo prepared by the
attorney stating that the issue in question would be submitted to the
Board, not the residents. The issue to be submitted is whether or not a
gate should be placed internally between the two communities. They were
going to leave this up to the Board of Directors and he feels this does
not involve the Commission at all as it is an internal matter.
Mel Feldman, 2475 N.W. 14th Street, stated that he attended the
meeting last Friday. There were seven points which their attorney and
Mr. Flack ironed out and they agreed to all seven points.
19. Final Plat Approval - Second Amended Plat of Rainberry Estates.
The Commission is to consider a request for final plat approval for the
Second Amended Plat of Rainberry Estates, a proposed two lot subdivi-
sion, being a replat of Lots 67, 68 and 69 of the Amended Plat of
Rainberry Estates, located at the southwest corner of Davis Road and
Riviera Drive. The Planning and Zoning Board and Planning Director
recommend approval.
Mr. Weatherspoon moved for final plat approval for the Second
Amended Plat of Rainberry Estates, seconded by Mr. Dougherty. Upon roll
call the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Dougherty - Yes; Mrs. McCarty
- Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon - Yes; Vice-Mayor Horenburger - Yes. Said
motion passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
20. Final Plat Approval - Rainberry Bay Section Nine-A. The
Commission is to consider a request for final plat approval for
Rainberry Bay Section Nine-A, being a replat of Lot 19 of Rainberry Bay
Section Nine, to allow for the extension of N.W. 23rd Lane into
Rainberry Estates. The property is located within the Rainberry Bay
development at the northernmost corner of the site. The Planning and
Zoning Board and Planning Director recommend approval.
Mr. Weatherspoon moved for final plat approval for Rainberry
Bay Section Nine-A, seconded by Mrs. McCarty. Upon roll call the
Commission voted as follows: Mr. Dougherty - Yes; Mrs. McCarty - Yes;
Mr. Weatherspoon - Yes; Vice-Mayor Horenburger - Yes. Said motion
passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
21. Acceptance of Easement Deed - Rainberry Estates. The Commis-
sion is to consider acceptance of an easement deed granting replacement
easements for utility purposes, subject to the abandonment of streets
and cul-de-sacs within the Rainberry Estates subdivision. The Planning
and Zoning Board and Planning Director recommend approval.
Mr. Weatherspoon moved to approve acceptance of an easement
deed in Rainberry Estates, seconded by Mrs. McCarty. Upon roll call the
Commission voted as follows: Mr. Dougherty - Yes; Mrs. McCarty - Yes;
Mr. Weatherspoon - Yes; Vice-Mayor Horenburger - Yes. Said motion
passed with a 4 to 0 vote.
22. Abandonment of Streets and Cul-de-Sacs Within Rainberry
Estates. Resolution No. 27-87, abandoning all public streets and
cul-de-sacs within the Rainberry Estates subdivision, is before the
Commission for consideration. The property is located on the west side
of Davis Road, between N.W. 15th Street and Lone Pine Road. The Planing
and Zoning Board and Planning Director recommend approval, subject to
the acceptance and recordation of an easement deed granting replacement
easements for utility purposes.
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The City Manager presented Resolution No. 27-87:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, VACATING AND ABANDONING ALL PUBLIC ROADS
AND CUL-DE-SACS WITHIN RAINBERRY ESTATES DEVELOPMENT,
BEING THOSE PUBLIC ROADS AND CUL-DE-SACS LOCATED WITHIN
THE RECORDED AMENDED PLAT OF RAINBERRY ESTATES, AS
RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 49, PAGES 60 AND 61 OF THE PUBLIC
RECORDS OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR
CERTAIN CONDITIONS TO WHICH SAID VACATING AND ABANDONMENT
IS SUBJECT.
(Copy of Resolution No. 27-87 is on file in the official
Resolution Book)
Mr. Weatherspoon moved for the adoption of Resolution No.
27-87, seconded by Mr. Dougherty. Upon roll call the Commission voted
as follows: Mr. Dougherty - Yes; Mrs. McCarty - Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon -
Yes; Vice-Mayor Horenburger - Yes. Said motion passed with a 4 to 0
vote.
Vice-Mayor Horenburger declared a recess the time being 7:45
P.M. The meeting was reconvened at 7:50 P.M.
23. Site Plan Approval in Co~juncti0n with Water Service Agreement
- Wachtel Office Building. The Commission is to consider a request for
site plan approval in conjunction with an approved Water Service Agree-
ment for a 1.00-acre parcel, located on the east side of North Federal
Highway between the Delray Drive-in Theatre and Gulfstream Boulevard.
The property is currently being used for retail sales and warehouse
storage and a 2,775 square foot office building addition is proposed.
The Planning and Zoning Board and Planning Director recommend approval.
Vice-Mayor Horenburger questioned if the City's water service
agreements only apply to the extent that they do not exceed County
development standards. The City Attorney advised that they do not
require them to do something which is in conflict with the County's
ordinances. His interpretation of the language has always been that the
City can impose more on a person; however, they cannot make them do
something which would make them violate County codes.
Mr. Kovacs, Director of Planning, stated this project went
through the site plan review process with the interpretation that the
City shall apply their standards, unless they are more restrictive than
the County's.
Larry. Schneider, representing the owner, stated his client
presented the project to the City at a meeting held on June 10, 1986,
and at that time the Commission unanimously approved the water service
agreement. His client assumed that they had approval for a water
service agreement and built the project through the County. The build-
ing is existing and when they went to obtain the water they were told
they could not get any. He was then hired to resolve the situation and
has gone through the Community Appearance Board and site plan approval.
Upon question by Vice-Mayor Horenburger, Mr. Schneider stated
he is not sure if the building went through the site plan process before
or after it was erected. Vice-Mayor Horenburger stated if they built
the building before it went through the approval process, they violated,
in her view, the terms of the water service agreement. Mr. Schneider
stated at the Planning and Zoning Board meeting held on May 23, 1986, it
was the consensus of the Board to recommend approval of the water
service agreement to the Commission.
Mr. Weatherspoon stated that it appears they are going through
the process now and, based on Mr. Kovacs comment that staff took into
consideration that they would not be more stringent than the County, he
questioned if there is anything on the site plan that they would not
have approved if they had not taken that position.
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Alice Finst, Vice-Chairman of the CAB, stated they were told
that they could not do anything to make the owner upgrade the land-
scaping. She has serious doubts if the landscaping is up to code.
Mr. Schneider stated the Boards were directed to look at the
individual building on the parcel, not the entire parcel as everything
else is existing, although it may be non-conforming.
Vice-Mayor Horenburger stated she feels the whole thing has
been a total violation of the water service agreement and, as far as she
is concerned, there is no longer an agreement.
Upon question by Mr. Dougherty as to whether or not the Plan-
ning and Zoning Board has reviewed this, Kathi Sumrall, member of the
P&Z Board, stated they reviewed it basically under the same terms as the
CAB. It was an existing building and they did not give it a technical
review.
Mr. Dougherty moved to approve the site plan in conjunction
with the water service agreement for the Wachtel Office Building,
seconded by Mr. Weatherspoon.
Mr. Weatherspoon questioned, in lieu of the fact that the City
does require a certain amount of landscaping, etc., if the applicant
would consider upgrading the landscaping as a condition to this agree-
ment. He would not be in favor of this if the applicant is not willing
to bring the landscaping up to the City's standards. Mrs. McCarty
concurred with Mr. Weatherspoon.
Upon question, Mr. Kovacs stated the P&Z Board felt they were
constrained by Paragraph 12 of the water service agreement, regarding
not superseding the County's standards, and did not look at the parcel
to identify any technical code deficiencies. They have not reviewed
this site with regard to setbacks, etc.
Vice-Mayor Horenburger questioned if the CAB made an actual
review or recommendation as to the standards on the landscaping or
signage. Mr. Schneider advised that the CAB talked about it; however,
the direction was given at that time that they were to only address this
building, not existing structures.
Vice-Mayor Horenburger stated she feels the Commission should
consider postponing this item until there is a review and all the facts
are clear. She also feels it would set a bad precedent if they were to
approve this.
Mr. Dougherty withdrew his motion. Mr. Weatherspoon withdrew
his second.
Vice-Mayor Horenburger questioned what the City's position
would be if they were to have this item go back to the CAB to look at
the landscaping and signage. The City Attorney stated that if the site
plan relates to the remaining portion of the parcel, i.e., entranceways,
landscaping and those kinds of things, and they relate to each other,
then they could take them into consideration.
~s. Sumrall referred to a memo from Stan Weedon, Planning
Department, to the applicant dated May 19, 1987, which addressed land-
scaping with regard to requiring a solid tree line along the south
property line and that the foundation planning should be upgraded.
The City Attorney clarified what he believes the term "super-
sede'' means. He stated that the City cannot make a person reduce the
requirements of the County; however, they could add on to those require-
ments, provided they do not make the person violate the County require-
ments for their building permits and site approvals.
Mr. Weatherspoon moved to send this item back to the CAB for
review, seconded by Mrs. McCarty. Upon roll call the Commission voted
as follows: Mr. Dougherty - Yes; Mrs. McCarty - Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon -
Yes; Vice-Mayor Horenburger - Yes. Said motion passed with a 4 to 0
vote.
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24. Ordinance No. 64-87 - Amendinq Zoning Code - MIC District.
Ordinance No. 64-87, amending Chapter 30 "Zoning" of the Code of Ordi-
nances relative to the MIC (Mixed Industrial and Commercial) District,
is before the Commission for consideration on First Reading. If passed,
Public Hearing will be held August 25th.
The City Manager presented Ordinance No. 64-87:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 30 "ZONING", OF THE CODE
OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, BY
AMENDING SECTION 30-15.4 "MIC (MIXED INDUSTRIAL AND
COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT" BY REPEALING SUBSECTION (A),
"PURPOSE", IN ITS ENTIRETY AND ENACTING A NEW SUBSECTION
(A), "PURPOSE", TO SET FORTH THE PURPOSE OF THE ZONING
DISTRICT; BY REPEALING SUBSECTION (B), "PERMITTED USES",
IN ITS ENTIRETY, AND ENACTING A NEW SUBSECTION (B),
"PERMITTED USES", TO SET FORTH THOSE USES ALLOWED AS
PERMITTED USES WITHIN THE ZONING DISTRICT; BY REPEALING
SUBSECTION (C), "CONDITIONAL USES", IN ITS ENTIRETY, AND
ENACTING A NEW SUBSECTION (C), "CONDITIONAL USES", TO SET
FORTH THOSE USES ALLOWED AS CONDITIONAL USES WITHIN THE
ZONING DISTRICT; BY AMENDING SUBSECTION (N), "SPECIAL
REGULATIONS", (1) BY DELETING THE PHRASE "AND STORAGE,";
AND FURTHER AMENDING SUBSECTION (N), "SPECIAL REGULA-
TIONS'', BY ADDING A SUBPARAGRAPH (7) TO PROVIDE FOR THE
LOCATION AND REGULATION OF OUTSIDE STORAGE IN THE DIS-
TRICT, AND BY ADDING A SUBPARAGRAPH (8) TO REQUIRE THAT
EACH BUILDING SHALL HAVE AT LEAST FIFTY PERCENT (50%) OF
ITS FLOOR AREA SET ASIDE, OR USED FOR, INDUSTRIAL PUR-
POSES/USES; PROVIDING A GENERAL REPEALER CLAUSE; PRO-
VIDING A SAVING CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
The City Attorney read the caption of the ordinance.
Mr. Weatherspoon moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 64-87
on First Reading, seconded by Mrs. McCarty. Upon roll call the Com-
mission voted as follows: Mr. Dougherty - Yes; Mrs. McCarty - Yes; Mr.
Weatherspoon - Yes; Vice-Mayor Horenburger - Yes. Said motion passed
with a 4 to 0 vote.
25. Temporary Halt to Processing of Land Use Requests in the
~nclave Areas. The Comm~ssi6n' i's 'to consider discussion and possible
action pending County action on the City's request for a temporary halt
to processing of land use requests in the Enclave areas.
Mr. Kovacs stated they sent a communication to the County
stating that the City had discussed both their ordinance and a different
approach which would be a moratorium on a case by case basis; either way
would be acceptable to the City for them to proceed. After the County's
discussion today, the item was continued with a request that the City
take a position as to which way they wish to proceed.
Vice-Mayor Horenburger questioned what the recommendation of
the Commission staff was with regard to the effectiveness of either the
moratorium, which was originally proposed, or the interlocal agreement,
which is basically a case by case moratorium.
Kathy Daley stated that the 60 day moratorium would be more
effective. It basically states that if the County receives a petition
from an enclave they would give it to the City who then has 60 days to
respond. In that response the City would be asking the County Com-
mission to take a strong consideration upon them voting. This would
last until all enclaves are annexed.
Vice-Mayor Horenburger questioned if there was any discussion
as to how long it would take to prepare and pass the 60 day moratorium
interlocal agreement. Ms. Daley stated they did talk about it and one
thing they did state was that if they were to receive a petition within
the next two weeks they would send it to the City, even though the
matter has been postponed for two weeks. Commissioner Wilken also
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suggested that if they are going to go with the 60 day plan that they go
through the normal process for land use amendments.
Mrs. McCarty stated this is exactly what they have been looking
for, i.e., to get notified up front and not hear about things after they
have gone through most of the process when it is too late.
Mrs. McCarty moved that the Commission go with the 60 day
process, with the details to be worked out with the attorneys' offices,
seconded by Mr. Dougherty. Upon roll call the Commission voted as
follows: Mr. Dougherty - Yes; Mrs. McCarty - Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon -
Yes; Vice-Mayor Horenburger - Yes. Said motion passed with a 4 to 0
vote.
Before roll call the following discussion was had:
Vice-Mayor Horenburger stated that, based on this Commission's
discussion of their annexation of enclaves process, and realizing the
length of time it was going to take to actually begin to annex them,
they only realized last week that they probably jumped the gun in asking
for the moratorium. She would like to apologize to the County Commis-
sioners and their staff for the confusion that this may have caused.
She would particularly like to thank Commissioner Wilken for meeting
with Mr. Kovacs, Ms. Daley and herself last week and coming around to
the point of having something which works a little better in light of
the new information.
At this point the roll was called to the motion.
26. Amendments to the Zoning Code. The Commission is to consider
recommendations regarding various amendments to the Zoning Code. The
Planning and Zoning Board and Planning Director recommend approval.
Mr. Kovacs stated that since there are so many items to be
considered, and they did not want to be caught in a situation where an
ordinance was written, it went through first reading and then at second
reading there were a lot of concerns and they would have to rewrite the
ordinance, they thought they would give the Commission the background on
all the items first. The Commission can then decide whether they wish
to workshop the items or hold public hearings before the ordinances are
written.
Mrs. McCarty questioned if it would be possible to have a
workshop and an informal public hearing together, rather than separate-
ly.
Following discussion it was the consensus of the Commission to
hold a workshop and informal public hearing on the same night with the
Commission discussing it first and then the public making comments.
Mayor Campbell arrived at this time.
18. Interview and Selection of Architect for City Hall Expansion.
The Commission is to select and authorize negotiation of a contract with
one of the following architects:
Schwab and Twitty Architects
Digby Bridges, Marsh and Associates
Currie Schneider Associates
Slattery and Root Architects
Each firm made a presentation as follows:
(a) Paul Twitty, representing Schwab and Twitty Architects, stated
there are six major steps that are involved in the design process; (1)
The master planning process, (2) the schematic design, (3) the design
development process, (4) the contract documents, (5) the bidding process
and (6) the final stage. He outlined the six steps and the different
aspects involved with each one. He stated they have purposely not
addressed the issue of aesthetics as they feel they would want to become
involved with the Commission to get their thoughts and needs. In
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closing, Mr. Twitty stated that they have the ability to meet the City's
time frames and stay within the budget.
(b) Digby Bridges, representing Digby Bridges, Marsh and Asso-
ciates, stated he feels that the most important part of any job is that
if you work as a team you can get it done properly and on time. He will
be getting input from the public, Commissioners and City departments.
He presented several renderings of how City Hall could be expanded. He
stated they are a local firm who have enjoyed working with the City
before.
(c) Larry Schneider, representing Currie Schneider and Associates,
presented their project organizational chart. He stated they have been
in Delray Beach for 18 years and have a successful track record. He
advised that they have extensive renovation experience, they adhere to
schedules and budget and their workload permits them to start on the
project as soon as the City has the opportunity.
Bob Currie presented several plans of their ideas for the
expansion.
(d) Paul Slattery, representing Slattery and Root Architects,
stated their firm is located in Boca Raton. He introduced part of their
project team who were present.
Dick Sheremeta stated his firm will be providing the civil
engineering and surveying support.
Neil Brabham, Brabham-Debay and Associates, stated his firm
would be the mechanical and electrical engineers for the project. He
advised the Commission of several other projects they have worked on.
Mr. Slattery reviewed their proposed project schedule. He
advised that they have just completed work on the City Hall renovation
in Deerfield Beach and, therefore, have the experience.
At this time the Commission ranked the firms in order of
preference.
The City Manager advised that Digby Bridges, Marsh and Associ-
ates is the first firm, Currie Schneider Associates, second, Slattery
and Root Architects, third and Schwab and Twitty Architects, fourth.
Mrs. Horenburger moved to approve the ranking of Digby Bridges,
Marsh and Associates and authorize negotiation of a contract, seconded
by Mr. Dougherty. Upon roll call the Commission voted as follows: Mr.
Dougherty - Yes; Mrs. Horenburger - Yes; Mrs. McCarty - Yes; Mr.
Weatherspoon - Yes; Mayor Campbell - Yes. Said motion passed with a 5
to 0 vote.
PROCEDURAL ITEMS
27. Bill Echols, 220 N.W. 7th Street, stated in recent days there
has been some talk concerning a low or moderate income housing project
being built on Lake Ida Road. He questioned if this is still under
consideration.
Mayor Campbell advised the project has not been brought before
the Commission as of this date.
28. Mrs. Horenburger moved to approve the minutes of the Regular
Meeting of July 28, 1987, seconded by Mr. Weatherspoon. Upon roll call
the Commission voted as follows: Mr. Dougherty - Yes; Mrs. Horenburger -
Yes; Mrs. McCarty - Yes; Mr. Weatherspoon - Yes; Mayor Campbell - Yes.
Said motion passed with a 5 to 0 vote.
29.a.1. Mr. Weatherspoon stated he would like to thank Chief Kilgore
and all the police officers who worked during the Roots Festival for
making it an enjoyable occasion.
29.a.2. Mrs. Horenburger stated, with regard to Mr. Echols comment,
that there has been no proposal made to the City. She stated if there
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was to be such a project she would not vote for it on that property.
Several years ago there was a decision made to rezone the property from
single family to SAD. She would be opposed to increasing densities
beyond what they approved. She has told the people interested in
pursuing this project not to and they have agreed.
29.a.3. Mrs. Horenburger stated she would like to ask the rest of the
Commission what they think of the proposed local option sales tax. The
County lobbied hard for this tax, particularly to address criminal
justice needs. Governor Martinez placed it on a referendum; however,
there is a time frame problem. It is her understanding that the County
Administrator met last week with city managers in the county to discuss
the options and it appears, at this point, that the County is going to
seek a 1/4 cent sales tax increase. There was some discussion about a
1/2 cent sales tax which would be shared with the cities for capital im-
provement projects. However, the time frame the County has to put this
on the ballot for a referendum is very brief. The cities are going to
have to decide whether they are going to support the County in their
quest for the 1/4 cent on a fast track to get it done and get the
criminal justice needs addressed or whether they want a part of the tax
and will support the 1/2 cent. Her personal view is that the criminal
justice needs are so great that they need to support the County in its
quest for the 1/4 cent. She feels they should have a special meeting to
discuss this and make a determination.
Mayor Campbell requested that this item be placed on a workshop
agenda as they have had no formal correspondence from the County.
29.a.4. Mrs. Horenburger stated she is tired of hearing the statements
"you people" or "those people". She feels everyone has to work together
to see the City go forward. If they have the kind of divisiveness which
those kinds of statements make they are are all going to be in serious
trouble.
29.a.5. Mrs. McCarty stated that she went through her first budget
session last night and came away from it very optimistic as there was a
consensus on the priorities of the Commission. The two top priorities
are the crime and code enforcement issues. She hopes that they will
take this a step further and look for a workable ordinance to help the
code enforcement officials get the job done.
29.b. There were no Non-Agenda items by the City Attorney.
29.c.1. The City Manager stated he is very pleased that the Commission
took the first step tonight in moving towards the expansion of City
Hall. He feels it will really help the employees.
29.c.2. The City Manager stated he would like to echo Mrs.
Horenburger's comment relative to everyone pulling together as he feels
it is something which will be essential.
29.c.3. The City Manager read the following statement:
"It has been most obvious for some time that you, the Mayor and some
members of the City Commission, have been displeased with my performance
as City Manager of Delray Beach. I too have been displeased with the
situation from a professional City Manager's perspective, therefore, in
order to enhance my professional and personal needs I feel it is in my
best interests and those of my family that I resign as City Manager of
Delray Beach. An official resignation will be provided you tonight.
In order to eliminate any misunderstandings or potential conjecture by
the City Commission, the Citizens of Delray Beach or members of the
media as to the reasons for this resignation, let me emphatically
reaffirm that is is due solely to my personal need to pursue my career
in an atmosphere more conducive to professionalism in city government.
With that in mind, it is with great pleasure that I announce to you that
I have been offered and have happily accepted the position of City
Manager of Fayetteville, Arkansas. Fayetteville is a progressive and
growing community and is known nationwide as the home of the University
of Arkansas.
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I would like to extend to the many citizens of Delray Beach those
Commissioners who have extended their support, my sincere appreciation
and thanks."
Mayor Campbell stated this comes as a surprise this evening.
He, personally, would like to wish him all the best in his career change
and knows he will be very successful at it.
Mr. Dougherty stated he is really sorry that the City Manager
feels the need to resign at this time. He thought that they had begun
to turn things around and was hoping that some of the things which had
not been conducive to his better health and satisfaction were turned
around. He is sorry to see him go and wishes him all the luck in the
world.
Mrs. Horenburger stated that the City Manager did not have a
particularly happy time here in Delray Beach. They appreciate all the
hard work he did do and wish him and his family all the best.
Mayor Campbell declared the meeting adjourned at 9:55 P.M.
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 August 11, 1987, which minutes were formally
approved and adopted by the City Commission on~.~.~/ /F~~.
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.
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