Delray Beach public meetings in 2025
200 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee
The Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes and discuss the Drug Task Force and a presentation of initial recommendations to the City Commission. The meeting is scheduled for 11:00 AM on December 22, 2025.
- Approval of November 3, 2025 meeting minutes
- Discussion with Drug Task Force
- Discussion regarding presentation of initial recommendation to City Commission
Green Implementation Advancement Board
The board will review old business regarding the Climate Action Plan, including rebranding and a consultant. The meeting also includes evaluations of the Green Building Ordinance and legislative topics.
- Climate Action Plan rebranding and consultant
- Green Building Ordinance evaluation
- Legislative discussion on SB180
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Deferred Compensation Plans Committee
The Deferred Compensation Plans Committee will meet to review administrative items for the city's 457(b) and 401(a) plans, including loan provisions and an irrevocable employer match discussion. No formal votes on policy changes are scheduled.
- Review of 457(b) Plan Provisions
- Review of 401(a) Plan Provisions
- Discussion of Loan Provisions
- Discussion of Irrevocable Employer Match
Public Art Advisory Board
The Public Art Advisory Board will review updates on downtown art projects, utility box wrapping, and the Heritage Art Project. It will also discuss the creation of a Public Art Trust Fund. Public comments and staff reports are scheduled before adjournment.
- Downtown Development Authority Art Update
- Utility Box Wrapping Update
- Heritage Art Project Update
- Public Art Trust Fund discussion
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on three items, including a request to allow a 24-hour emergency department at 3921 West Atlantic Avenue. The board will also consider a land use map amendment and rezoning for the Delray Corporate Centre and a site plan for a four-story residential building at 202 NE 6th Avenue.
- Public hearing for 24-hour emergency department at 3921 West Atlantic Avenue
- Land use map amendment and rezoning for Delray Corporate Centre (7.6 acres)
- Site plan for four-story, 10-unit residential building at 202 NE 6th Avenue
- Recommendation to adopt the 2025 West Atlantic Master Plan update
- Review of draft minutes from July 21 and August 25, 2025
Police Advisory Board
This meeting of the Delray Beach Police Advisory Board is largely procedural. The board will elect a chair and vice chair and discuss guidance and priorities for the coming term. No policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Discussion of Board guidance and priorities
- Approval of June 9, 2025 meeting minutes
- Public comments (limited to three minutes per person)
- Discussion of next meeting agenda
Development Services Management Group
The Development Services Management Group will consider recommending the 5th Annual Delray Beach Concours d'Elegance 2026 as an impact event, along with approving three non-impact events. Other agenda items include a setback reduction request at 137 Coconut Road, an appeal of a zoning interpretation at 814 SE 2nd Avenue, and a discussion on sidewalk cafe configurations.
- Recommendation to City Commission for '5th Annual Delray Beach Concours d'Elegance 2026' as an impact event (April 17-19, 2026, at Old School Square)
- Approval of non-impact event 'St. Vincent Ferrer Festival' (Jan 30 - Feb 1, 2026, at St. Vincent Ferrer Field)
- Approval of non-impact event 'Palm Beach Reggae Music and Arts Festival' (March 21-22, 2026, at Old School Square)
- Approval of non-impact event 'Cruiser Palooza' (May 16, 2026, at Old School Square)
- Setback reduction request at 137 Coconut Road from 30 feet to 25 feet
Code Enforcement Board
The Code Enforcement Board will meet to conduct formal hearings. The agenda includes the assessment of fines for noncompliance with board orders.
- Formal hearings regarding noncompliance of board orders and assessment of fines
General Employees Retirement Fund Committee
The committee is holding a special meeting to review responses to a request for proposals for investment consultant services. The agenda includes public comments and a review of submissions from firms including NEPC, Dahab Associates, RVK, and others.
- Review of Investment Consultant RFP responses
- Firms listed: NEPC, Dahab Associates, RVK, Burgess Chambers & Associates, Investment Performance Services, Mariner Institutional, Graystone, Segal Marco Advisors, Marquette Associates
- Public comments period scheduled
City Commission
The City Commission will consider a consent agenda that includes a $1.5 million interlocal agreement with Boynton Beach for construction of SE 36th Avenue/Gulfstream Boulevard improvements. Other notable consent items include a $1 million FDEP grant for the same streetscape project, $3.4 million for new vehicles, and funding for parks and the Arts Garage. The meeting also features a presentation from the city's state lobbyist and a recognition of outgoing Vice Mayor Rob Long.
- $1.5M interlocal agreement with Boynton Beach for SE 36th Ave/Gulfstream Blvd construction
- $1M FDEP grant for Gulfstream Boulevard and SE 36th Avenue streetscape improvements
- $3.4M purchase of new vehicles via state contracts
- $275,000 funding agreement with Creative City Collaborative d/b/a Arts Garage
- $222,582 for sunshade structures at Lakeview Park and Leon Weekes Environmental Preserve
The City Commission approved the meeting agenda and a resolution honoring Tard McCoy’s 30 years of service. It also approved two interlocal agreements for street improvements, a grant with the Florida DEP for a $1 million streetscape project, and a $3,425,336 vehicle procurement. Additional spending for park equipment and the approval of meeting minutes were also adopted.
- Approved agenda as amended (all in favor)
- Approved Resolution 242-25 honoring Tard McCoy (approved)
- Approved Interlocal Agreement with Boynton Beach for SE 36th Ave/Gulfstream Blvd improvements up to $1,500,000 (approved)
- Approved Interlocal Agreement with Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency for FY 2025-2026 construction/professional services (approved)
- Approved Resolution 264-25 authorizing vehicle purchase orders totaling $3,425,336 (approved)
- Approved Resolution 230-25 grant agreement with FDEP for $1,000,000 Gulfstream Blvd/SE 36th Ave streetscape improvements (approved)
- Approved additional spending with Rep Services, Inc. for park equipment $24,699.76 (approved)
- Approved City Commission meeting minutes (approved)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board Of Trustees for the Firefighters' Retirement System
The Delray Beach Firefighters' Retirement System Board will adopt the agenda and consider several consent items, including the renewal of fiduciary liability insurance for 2025. It will also review investment performance reports, legal and pension administrator reports, and approve the DROP Fund mapping. Additional business includes electing officers for 2026, adopting the 2026 meeting schedule, reviewing the cost‑of‑living adjustment, and discussing next steps for the investment consultant RFP.
- Fiduciary Liability Insurance Renewal for 2025
- DROP Fund Mapping Approval
- Election of Officers for 2026
- Adoption of 2026 Board Meeting Schedule
- Investment Consultant RFP – Next Steps
Board of Trustees for the Police Officers' Retirement System
The Police Officers' Retirement System Board of Trustees will ratify warrants, approve benefit payments, and adopt a proposed 2026 meeting schedule. The meeting will also include investment reports and the election of officers for the upcoming year.
- Ratification of Warrant #286 and #287
- Approval of 2026 Board Meeting Schedule
- Election of Officers for 2026
- Fiduciary Liability Insurance Renewal for 2026
- Investment Consultant RFP – Next Steps
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Community Redevelopment Agency will approve a construction services agreement for repairs to the CRA-owned Arts Warehouse at 313 NE 3rd Street and a separate agreement for five parking spaces at 362 NE 3rd Avenue. The board will also consider a bylaw amendment and the 2025 West Atlantic Master Plan.
- Construction Services Agreement with Dan Enterprises Team, LLC, not to exceed $426,771.71 for Arts Warehouse repairs
- Temporary Use Agreement with Dan Enterprises Team, LLC, for five parking spaces at 362 NE 3rd Avenue
- Work Assignment with Jones Lang Lasalle Americas, Inc., not to exceed $25,625 for marketing vacant West Atlantic Avenue property
- Amendment to CRA Bylaws
- Recommendation to adopt the 2025 West Atlantic Master Plan (The Set Transformation Plan)
Code Enforcement Board
The board is scheduled to meet to review magistrate violations and the assessment of fines for noncompliance with board orders. The agenda notes that the Special Magistrate is canceled.
- Review of magistrate violations
- Assessment of fines for noncompliance of board orders
Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee
The Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee will meet to discuss a presentation of initial recommendations to the City Commission. The agenda also includes a discussion with the Drug Task Force.
- Discussion regarding presentation of initial recommendation to the City Commission
- Discussion with Drug Task Force
City Commission
The Delray Beach City Commission will hold a second reading of Ordinance 26-25, which amends the police and fire pension plan to extend the Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) from five to eight years and require a 3% contribution from members who participate beyond 60 months. The Commission will also consider a waiver request for increased lot coverage and floor area ratio at 417 Lake Drive, an audit of Old School Square disbursements, and appointments to advisory boards. The consent agenda includes a $2.44 million contract for sodium hypochlorite and a $260,000 additional spending for elevator repairs at the Old School Square parking garage.
- Ordinance 26-25 (2nd reading): extends police/fire DROP from 5 to 8 years, requires 3% contribution for DROP beyond 60 months
- Resolution 265-25: waiver for 34.2% lot coverage and 0.42 floor area ratio at 417 Lake Drive (quasi-judicial)
- Consent: $2,440,000 contract with Allied Universal for sodium hypochlorite using Fort Lauderdale cooperative solicitation
- Consent: $260,000 additional spending for elevator maintenance and modernization at Old School Square parking garage #2
- Appointments: two regular members to Affordable Housing Advisory Committee and one to Site Plan Review and Appearance Board
The City Commission approved Resolution No. 265‑25, granting a waiver to allow 34.2 % lot coverage and a floor‑area ratio of 0.42 for the property at 417 Lake Drive. The motion was made by Commissioner Casale, seconded by Deputy Vice Mayor Burns, and carried with votes recorded as Yes: Commissioner Markert, Mayo. The approval enables issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for the property. The Commission also approved several consent‑agenda items, including right‑of‑way dedications, $260,000 additional spending for elevator maintenance, a FDOT aggressive‑driving enforcement grant, and a $2.44 million sodium‑hypochlorite contract.
- Approved Resolution No. 265‑25 waiver for 417 Lake Drive (vote: Yes: Commissioner Markert, Mayo)
- Approved agenda as amended (all were in favor)
- Approved right‑of‑way dedications for 300 Grove Pl, 419 NW 3rd St, 704 N Swinton Ave, 146 SE 7th Ave, 326 NW 5th Ave (all were in favor)
- Approved additional $260,000 spending for elevator maintenance (all were in favor)
- Approved FDOT aggressive‑driving enforcement grant (all were in favor)
- Approved affiliation agreement with Florida Atlantic University (all were in favor)
- Approved World AIDS Day proclamation (all were in favor)
- Approved $2,440,000 sodium‑hypochlorite purchase contract (all were in favor)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a workshop meeting to receive an updated presentation on Delray Beach’s economic conditions and development programs. Commissioners will discuss the city’s economic development priorities and outline a future work program. Public comments are also invited.
- Receive updated presentation on the city’s economic conditions and development programs
- Discuss economic development priorities for Delray Beach
- Consider the future economic development work program
The City Commission held a workshop on December 1 to consider economic development priorities. Commissioners heard a presentation from the City Manager and public comments from local business leaders. No formal resolutions, votes, or approvals were recorded; the City Manager said he will return in early January with updates and will engage an outside firm to assist with the plan.
Public Art Advisory Board
The Delray Beach Public Art Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, and to elect a Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Second Vice Chairperson. The board will hear public comment and discuss updates on the Downtown Development Authority art project, utility box wrapping, and the Heritage Art Project. New business and other board matters will follow before adjournment.
- Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Second Vice Chairperson
- Approval of agenda
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- Downtown Development Authority Art Update
- Utility Box Wrapping Update
Deferred Compensation Plans Committee
The Deferred Compensation Plans Committee will review proposed 2026 meeting dates and discuss 457(b) plan provisions under the SECURE Act 2.0. The body will also receive investment reports and recommendations for the General Employees', Firefighters', and Police Officers' retirement plans.
- Review of 457(b) plan provisions and SECURE Act 2.0 recommendations
- Discussion of MissionSquare Roth IRA and HRS accounts
- Presentation on Empower 2025 implementation communications
- Investment fund lineup recommendations for 457(b) and 401(a) plans
- Adoption of the 2026 meeting calendar
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Community Redevelopment Agency will consider canceling proposals for the NW 800 block of West Atlantic Avenue and discuss new solicitations for that area and the SW 600-800 blocks. The board will also review budget amendments and construction agreements for CRA-owned properties.
- Cancellation and rejection of all proposals for RFQ CRA No. 2025-01 (NW 800 Block of West Atlantic Avenue)
- Budget Amendment No. 3 for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
- Construction agreement amendment for 102 NW 5th Avenue not to exceed $2,872.56
- Eleventh Amendment to construction agreement for 95 SW 5th Avenue
- Discussion on funding methods for affordable/workforce housing on CRA-owned vacant lots
General Employees Retirement Fund Committee
The General Employees Retirement Fund Committee will adopt its agenda and consider public comments before moving to the consent agenda. It will ratify plan expenses and termination refunds and approve new retirement, DROP, vested, and death annuities. An informal disability hearing for Dwaine Williams will be held, and investment reports and policy reviews will be discussed. The meeting will also address administrative items and next steps for the investment consultant RFP.
- Ratification of plan expenses and termination refunds (Benefits)
- Approval/ratification of new retirement, DROP, vested, and death annuities (Benefits)
- Informal disability hearing – Dwaine Williams
- Investment Consultant RFP – next steps
- Review of portfolio performance and asset allocation
Green Implementation Advancement Board
The Green Implementation Advancement Board will hear a presentation on Single Egress Stair (SES) building design and discuss updates to the Climate Action Plan, evaluation of the Green Building Ordinance, and legislative topic SB180. No votes on these items are scheduled; the meeting is advisory and procedural.
- Presentation on Single Egress Stair (SES) building design
- Update on Climate Action Plan
- Evaluation of Green Building Ordinance
- Legislative topic SB180
City Commission
The Delray Beach City Commission will consider a consent agenda including multiple contracts, a street closure for the annual Delray Affair, and a memorandum of understanding with the U.S. Secret Service. Key spending items include $630,000 for tire purchases, $500,213 for a fleet management system, and $90,000 for public safety uniforms. The commission will also recognize Saint Paul AME Church's 128-year anniversary.
- Approval of 64th Annual Delray Affair on April 10-12, 2026, with closure of Atlantic Avenue and Swinton Avenue
- Memorandum of Understanding between Delray Beach Police and U.S. Secret Service
- Contract with Samsara Inc. for fleet management system at $500,213.96
- Tire purchase agreements with Goodyear, Michelin, Sumitomo, and Toyo totaling $630,000
- Additional $90,000 for public safety uniforms and equipment through Galls, LLC
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The commission will consider updates to the city’s noise ordinance as presented in an agenda cover report dated November 9, 2025. They will also consider a recommendation to approve a feasibility review of the West Atlantic Neighborhood Improvement District, which could lead to a strategic plan and possible legislative action. A public comment period will be held with accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
- Review and discuss updates to the Noise Ordinance (Agenda Cover Report, Ex B, revised 11‑9‑25)
- Consider motion to approve a feasibility and purpose review of the West Atlantic Neighborhood Improvement District
- Public comment period with provision for auxiliary aids for individuals with disabilities
The City Commission expressed majority support for conducting a feasibility study on expanding the West Atlantic Neighborhood Improvement District. No formal vote tally was recorded. Other agenda items, including the proposed noise ordinance amendment, were discussed but not approved at this meeting.
- Approved feasibility study for West Atlantic Improvement District (majority support)
Planning and Zoning Board
The Delray Beach Planning and Zoning Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings on four development proposals: a car wash, a bank, a pet store, and a setback waiver, and will also consider three legislative amendments to the Land Development Regulations concerning mooring facilities, lots of record, and reasonable accommodations. All items are recommendations to the City Commission.
- Conklin Car Wash: Level 4 site plan for 4,207 sq ft automatic car wash at 14145 South Military Trail
- Fifth Third Bank: Level 4 site plan modification and waiver to reduce minimum floor area from 6,000 to 2,578 sq ft at 1820 South Federal Highway
- Woof Gang Bakery and Grooming: Conditional use for pet services at 5048 West Atlantic Avenue
- Atlantic Crossing: Waiver to reduce front setback from 5 ft to 2 ft 6 in along NE 7th Avenue
- Three Land Development Regulation amendments: Mooring facilities, Lots of record, and Reasonable accommodations
Development Services Management Group
The Development Services Management Group will vote on a recommendation to the City Commission for the 5th Annual Delray Beach Concours d'Elegance 2026, a three-day impact event at Old School Square and adjacent streets. The board will also consider approving several non-impact events for 2026, including a monthly market, an art walk, winter games, a memorial event, and a Martin Luther King Jr. walk. Minutes from prior meetings are also set for approval.
- Recommendation to City Commission for 5th Annual Delray Beach Concours d'Elegance 2026 (April 17-19) at Old School Square Amphitheater, park, front lawn, NE 2nd Ave, and NE 1st Ave.
- Approval of non-impact event 'Coco Market' first Sunday each month 2026 at Old School Square Amphitheater and West Lawn.
- Approval of non-impact event 'Andre Design District Art Walk' on January 9, 2026 at 1800-1874 Dr. Andres Way.
- Approval of non-impact event 'The Club Delray Winter Ignite Games' on January 25, 2026 at Old School Square.
- Approval of non-impact event 'MLK Walk' on January 19, 2026 along NW 1st Ave, MLK Blvd, NW 8th Ave, NW 1st St, NW 5th Ave, and Spady Museum.
Code Enforcement Board
The Delray Beach Code Enforcement Board will convene at 1:30 PM on November 13, 2025, to conduct formal hearings and review old business items. The meeting will take place at City Hall Council Chambers, 100 N.W. 1st Avenue, and will be streamed live on YouTube.
- Formal Hearings scheduled
- Old Business review
- Swearing in of witnesses
- Approval of previous minutes
- Meeting held at City Hall Council Chambers
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness and after-the-fact waiver for a free-standing sign at a non-contributing duplex in the Old School Square Historic District. The board will also consider approving draft minutes from October 15, 2025, and receive training on flood adaptation and legal matters.
- Certificate of Appropriateness (HP-168-2025) and after-the-fact waiver (HP-257-2025) for a free-standing sign at 170-176 SE 1st Avenue, Old School Square Historic District, applicant 130 SE 1st, LLC
- Approval of minutes from October 15, 2025
- Board member training on historic preservation and flood adaptation
- Legal training from the City Attorney's Office
Code Enforcement Board
The Code Enforcement Board will meet for a routine session including approval of minutes and swearing in witnesses. The main business involves a magistrate violation and a non-compliance/fine assessment item, though no specific case details are provided in the agenda. The meeting is largely procedural.
- Magistrate violation hearing (no details given)
- Non-compliance and assessment of fine (case unspecified)
- Approval of minutes from prior meeting
City Commission
The Delray Beach City Commission will hold a regular meeting with discussions, public hearings, and first readings. A key discussion item is a proposed charter amendment that would require a supermajority vote to remove the city manager. The Commission will hold second-reading public hearings on two ordinances to eliminate the Parking Management Advisory Board (PMAB) from parking regulations and in-lieu-of-parking fee requests. Additionally, a first reading will consider ordinance 26-25, which implements changes to police and fire pension plans from collective bargaining agreements.
- Discussion on proposed charter amendment for supermajority to remove city manager (Item 7.A)
- Second reading of Ordinance 22-25: eliminating PMAB from parking regulations (Item 8.A)
- Second reading of Ordinance 23-25: eliminating PMAB from in-lieu-of-parking fee review (Item 8.B)
- First reading of Ordinance 26-25: extending DROP from 5 to 8 years for police/fire pensions, requiring 3% contribution for participation over 60 months (Item 9.A)
- Approval of FDOT FY 2025-26 Occupant Protection/Child Passenger Safety program grant (Item 6.D)
The City Commission approved the meeting agenda and a resolution honoring Gregory Banks. All items on the consent agenda, including two landscape maintenance agreements, an FDOT child‑passenger safety grant, and three proclamations, were approved unanimously. A 3‑2 vote decided not to move forward with the proposed charter amendment to require a supermajority for removing the City Manager. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Agenda approved (all in favor)
- Resolution No. 200-25 honoring Gregory Banks approved (all in favor)
- Consent agenda approved (all in favor)
- Landscape Maintenance Agreement for Bricktop's Restaurant development approved (all in favor)
- Landscape Maintenance Agreement for 711 N. Ocean Boulevard approved (all in favor)
- FDOT FY 2025‑26 Occupant Protection/Child Passenger Safety grant approved (all in favor)
- Proclamations for America Recycles Day, National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week, and Family Court Awareness Month approved (all in favor)
- Charter amendment on supermajority requirement not moved forward (3‑2 vote)
Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee
The Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee will meet to discuss expenditure recommendations for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The body will also review suggestions from the Drug Task Force.
- Discussion of Opioid Settlement expenditure plan for FY 2025-26
- Review of DBDTF Opioid Settlement Suggestions
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will review its contributions to the LHAP and consider the SHIP allocation for FY 2025‑2026. It will introduce the new Neighborhood Services Administrator and discuss the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocation for FY 2025‑2026. The meeting also includes planning for future agendas and upcoming 2026 AHAC meetings.
- Overview of AHAC contributions to the LHAP
- SHIP allocation for FY 2025‑2026
- Introduction of new Neighborhood Services Administrator
- CDBG allocation for FY 2025‑2026
- Discussion of next meeting agenda
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a special meeting to recognize and welcome a group of student visitors from Delray Beach's sister city of Miyazu, Japan.
- Recognition of student visitors from Miyazu, Japan
- Special meeting called by Mayor Thomas F. Carney, Jr.
- Public comments period scheduled
The special meeting was held to honor student ambassadors from Delray Beach's sister city, Miyazu, Japan, as part of the long‑standing cultural exchange program. No substantive policy decisions, approvals, or votes were taken during the meeting.
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Delray Beach CRA Board will vote on consent agenda items including a $426,771.71 contract for repairs to the Arts Warehouse at 313 NE 3rd Street, acceptance of an $80,000 Solid Waste Authority grant for property clean-up at 235 SE 2nd Avenue, and a $242,000 A.G.U.I.D.E. funding agreement with the Delray Beach Community Land Trust. Old business includes direction on Redevelopment Advisory Committee assignments and an RFQ for the NW 800 block of West Atlantic Avenue progressive design-build project. No new business is listed.
- Award contract up to $426,771.71 to Dan Enterprises Team, LLC for exterior and interior repairs at Arts Warehouse (313 NE 3rd St)
- Accept $80,000 Solid Waste Authority grant for clean-up of CRA-owned property at 235 SE 2nd Avenue
- Approve $242,000 A.G.U.I.D.E. funding agreement with Delray Beach Community Land Trust for FY 2025-2026
- Approve interlocal agreement with City for funding capital improvement projects within CRA district for FY 2025-2026
- Approve temporary use agreement with Southern Underground Inc. for storage at 19 and 23 SW 10th Avenue for water improvements project
Development Services Management Group
The board will approve two non‑impact special events: a toy drive on Dec 5, 2025 at the Old School Square Amphitheater, and the AC Delray Rush Cup on Jan 10‑11, 2026 at the Seacrest Soccer Complex and Hilltopper Stadium. It will discuss a recommendation to the City Commission for the 17th Annual Savor the Avenue event scheduled for Mar 23, 2026 on East Atlantic Avenue between Swinton Avenue and NE/SE 5th Avenue. The board will also consider a request to reduce the front setback from 25 ft to 23 ft for a new single‑family residence at 325 Oak Alley, part of the Eagle’s Nest workforce‑housing program.
- Approval of non‑impact toy drive event on Dec 5, 2025 at Old School Square Amphitheater
- Approval of non‑impact AC Delray Rush Cup on Jan 10‑11, 2026 at Seacrest Soccer Complex and Hilltopper Stadium
- Recommendation to City Commission for 17th Annual Savor the Avenue event on Mar 23, 2026 on East Atlantic Avenue between Swinton Avenue and NE/SE 5th Avenue
- Consideration of setback reduction from 25 ft to 23 ft for a single‑family residence at 325 Oak Alley (Eagle’s Nest workforce‑housing program)
City Commission
The City Commission will consider approving Resolution No. 257-25 authorizing up to $33 million in public improvement revenue bonds for capital improvements to the municipal golf course and clubhouse. The consent agenda includes acceptance of landscape maintenance agreements for three Venetian Drive properties and an interlocal agreement for an accessory dwelling units study. The regular agenda also features a resolution to award a $552,240.09 contract for engineering services on the Brant Bridge Lindell Loop Connector project.
- Resolution No. 257-25 authorizing up to $33 million in bonds for golf course improvements
- Award of $552,240.09 contract to HBC Engineering Company for Brant Bridge Lindell Loop Connector project
- Interlocal agreement between CRA and City for Accessory Dwelling Units & Infill Housing Study
- Acceptance of landscape maintenance agreements for 365, 367, and 369 Venetian Drive
- Adoption of amendments to City Commission Local Rules of Procedure
The City Commission adopted Resolution No. 257‑25, authorizing the issuance of public‑improvement revenue bonds not to exceed $33 million to finance renovations of the municipal golf course, clubhouse and related facilities. The Commission also approved Resolution No. 248‑25, awarding a $552,240.09 contract to HBC Engineering for construction‑engineering and inspection services on the Lindell Boulevard Loop project. A series of consent‑agenda items—including landscape‑maintenance agreements, an interlocal ADU study agreement, a right‑of‑way dedication, and water‑sewer bill of sale and easement agreements—were unanimously approved.
- Approved Resolution 257‑25 authorizing up to $33 M in bonds for golf‑course capital improvements (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 248‑25 awarding $552,240.09 contract to HBC Engineering for Lindell Loop project (unanimous)
- Approved FY 2025‑2026 internal audit plan (unanimous)
- Approved landscape‑maintenance agreements for 369, 367 and 365 Venetian Drive (unanimous)
- Approved interlocal agreement with CRA for ADU and infill housing study (unanimous)
- Approved right‑of‑way dedication for 246 NE 6th Ave (unanimous)
- Approved water and sewer bill of sale for 525 East Atlantic Ave (unanimous)
- Approved water and sewer easement and bill of sale for 35 NW 4th Ave (unanimous)
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will review site plans for two automotive dealerships and an architectural style request. The board is also considering a recommendation to the City Commission regarding zoning amendments for light industrial districts.
- Level 3 Site Plan for a 167,000 square foot dealership at 2612 - 2650 N Federal Highway
- Level 4 Site Plan Modification for a two-story dealership and three-story garage at 2255 South Federal Highway
- Architectural style recommendation for Masonry Modern design at 466-506 NE 5th Avenue
- Ordinance No. 27-25 to add service industry uses and indoor gun ranges to Light Industrial Zoning
- Review of draft minutes from March, April, May, and June 2025
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request from Land Development Regulations to allow installation of a permanent awning in the rear setback at 960 Gardenia Drive. The applicant is David Grundhoefer, represented by Berta Veiga. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Public hearing on variance request (PZ-000142-2025) for a permanent awning in rear setback at 960 Gardenia Drive
Board Of Trustees for the Firefighters' Retirement System
The Board of Trustees for the Firefighters' Retirement System will consider consent agenda items, including approval of meeting minutes, warrants, benefit adjustments, and the 2025-26 administrative expense budget. They will also receive investment portfolio performance reports, discuss an update to the investment policy statement, and hear a legal report on an investment consultant RFP.
- Administrative Expense Budget for 2025-26 (consent agenda)
- Investment Policy Statement Update (draft for discussion)
- Legal report on Investment Consultant RFP
- DROP Plan Fiduciary Investment Review
- Interest on Return of Member Contributions (refunds)
Green Implementation Advancement Board
The Green Implementation Advancement Board will consider a memo on a Tree Planting Program and continue discussion on the Climate Action Plan. Two presentations are scheduled: an overview from a Certified Arborist and a talk on Living Seawalls by KindDesigns. The board will also take up an educational topic on Climate and Culture and discuss legislative topic SB180.
- Tree Planting Program memo (New Business)
- Climate Action Plan (Old Business)
- Living Seawalls presentation by KindDesigns
- Certified Arborist overview presentation
- Discussion of SB180 legislative topic
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board will hold a quasi-judicial hearing regarding a commercial structure in the Del-Ida Park Historic District. The board will also conduct historic preservation training for its members.
- Certificate of Appropriateness and Level 1 Site Plan for exterior modifications at 250 Royal Court
- Board Member Historic Preservation Training
Code Enforcement Board
The Delray Beach Code Enforcement Board will open the meeting with a statement, then consider any changes to the agenda. It will approve the minutes from the previous meeting and swear in witnesses. The board will address magistrate violations before adjourning.
- Opening Statement
- Changes to Agenda
- Approval of Minutes
- Swearing in of Witnesses
- Magistrate Violations
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a workshop meeting to outline expectations for economic development policy. The body will also discuss ideas for Pride-related gestures and external collaborations based on community engagement.
- Discussion of economic development policy goals and targeted approaches for underperforming properties
- Consideration of Pride-related gestures, external collaborations, and partnerships
The commission reached a verbal consensus to contract an external company to conduct a new Economic Development Study, with results to be presented at a workshop on December 1, 2025. It also agreed that the city will not fund or relocate the proposed Pride memorial, leaving placement and financing to private sources and tasking the Public Art Advisory Board with reviewing private‑placement options.
- Verbal consensus to hire an external firm for a new Economic Development Study (no vote tally)
- Study findings to be presented at a workshop on Dec 1, 2025 (no vote tally)
- Consensus that the city will not fund or relocate the Pride memorial (no vote tally)
- Decision to pursue private funding and placement for the Pride memorial (no vote tally)
- Public Art Advisory Board assigned to review private placement opportunities for the memorial (no vote tally)
City Commission
The Delray Beach City Commission will consider approving a series of contracts and agreements, including water metering technology upgrades, road utility improvements, and grants for crime prevention. The meeting will also include public comments and presentations.
- Approval of additional spending for North Swinton Avenue utility improvements ($243,522.18)
- Approval of Amendment No. 2 to Progressive Design-Build Agreement with CDM Constructors, Inc. ($28,912,315 total)
- Approval of Badger Meter, Inc. water metering technology agreement ($150,000 additional)
- Approval of Florida Department of Law Enforcement FY 25/26 State Financial Assistance award agreements
- Acceptance of Right-of-Way Dedication agreements at multiple locations
The City Commission approved the consent agenda, including acceptance of landscape maintenance agreements for three properties, approval of amendment No. 5 to extend the Pompey Park improvement project agreement, and acceptance of several right‑of‑way dedications. All motions passed unanimously. The regular meeting minutes were also approved.
- Agenda approved as amended (unanimous)
- Minutes approved (unanimous)
- Landscape Maintenance Agreement for 201 SE 4th Ave approved (unanimous)
- Landscape Maintenance Agreement for 408 SE 2nd St approved (unanimous)
- Landscape Maintenance Agreement for 204 Osceola Park Lane approved (unanimous)
- Amendment No. 5 to extend Pompey Park improvement project agreement approved (unanimous)
- Right‑of‑way dedication for 827 SE 2nd Ave approved (unanimous)
- Right‑of‑way dedication for 801 Bond Way approved (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Code Enforcement Board
The Delray Beach Code Enforcement Board will convene to conduct formal hearings regarding board orders and potential fines. The meeting agenda lists a single formal hearing item for noncompliance.
- Formal hearing on noncompliance of board order
- Potential assessment of fines for noncompliance
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Community Redevelopment Agency will hold a workshop to review qualifications and hear oral presentations from three proposers for a design-build project on the NW 800 block of West Atlantic Avenue.
- Workshop to review RFQ CRA No. 2025-01 for NW 800 block of West Atlantic Avenue
- Oral presentations from three proposers for the Atlantic Avenue redevelopment project
- Discussion of the Selection Method for the design-build project
Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee
The Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss a recommended expenditure plan for the upcoming fiscal year. The group will also hold a discussion with the Drug Task Force.
- Approval of September 2, 2025 meeting minutes
- Discussion with Drug Task Force
- Formulation of FY 2025-26 expenditure plan
Code Enforcement Board
The Delray Beach Code Enforcement Board will meet to hear magistrate violations and approve minutes. The session is scheduled for 1:30 PM at City Hall.
- Approval of minutes
- Hearing magistrate violations
- Swearing in witnesses
- Changes to the agenda
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Community Redevelopment Agency Board will vote on several consent agenda items including funding agreements, property purchases, and amendments. Key decisions include adopting the FY 2025-2026 budget, purchasing a portion of 94 SW 5th Avenue for $265,000, and approving design service funding for two businesses. The board will also discuss leasing a tenant bay at 98 NW 5th Avenue and receive updates on the West Atlantic Master Plan.
- Approve purchase of a portion of 94 SW 5th Avenue from Delray Community Missionary Baptist Church for $265,000 (Item 7K)
- Adopt Resolution 2025-14 for the FY 2025-2026 CRA budget (Item 9B)
- Approve interlocal agreement with City for Accessory Dwelling Units & Infill Housing Study (Item 7C)
- Approve design services funding up to $11,500 for Fleur Rouge Preventive Care Group at 20 NW 6th Avenue (Item 7D)
- Approve design services funding up to $7,000 for Sun Up Skin LLC at 98 NW 5th Avenue, Suite 104 (Item 7E)
Development Services Management Group
The Development Services Management Group will review a request to reduce a front setback requirement for a property on Allen Avenue. The group is also considering permits for several holiday events and a recommendation for the 27th Delray Beach Garlic Festival.
- Request to reduce front setback from 25 feet to 20 feet at 614 Allen Avenue
- Recommendation for the 27th Delray Beach Garlic Festival (Feb 28 - March 1, 2026) at Old School Square Campus
- Approval of '12 Days of Christmas - Santa's Pajama Party' (Dec 18, 2025) at Libby Wesley Plaza and SW 5th Avenue
- Approval of 'Jingle Bell Jog' (Dec 20, 2025) at Anchor Park and A1A
Site Plan Review and Appearance Board
The Site Plan Review and Appearance Board will review a Level 2 site plan application for a two‑story, approximately 12,200 square foot commercial development with medical office and retail space at 802 SE 5th Avenue. The agenda includes the applicant’s architectural elevations, landscape plan, and a landscape waiver. No other presentations or consent agenda items are listed for this meeting.
- Review Level 2 Site Plan Application for 802 SE 5th Avenue (12,200 sq ft medical office and retail development)
Public Art Advisory Board
The board will elect a chairperson, vice chairperson, and second vice chairperson for the coming term. They will also receive updates on the Downtown Development Authority art project and the utility box wrapping initiative. No new business items are listed; the agenda is primarily procedural and informational.
- Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Second Vice Chairperson
- Downtown Development Authority Art Update
- Utility Box Wrapping Update
- Approval of August 26 meeting minutes
- Public comments period
Board of Trustees for the Police Officers' Retirement System
The Board of Trustees for the Police Officers' Retirement System will consider and vote on the administrative expense budget for fiscal year 2025‑26. It will also ratify warrants #283 and #284, approve warrant #285, and decide on refunds and benefits matters. Additional items include a draft amendment to a city ordinance on interest for refunds, an investment consultant request for proposals, and a refund of enhanced multiplier contributions for disability retirees.
- Warrant ratification (#283, 284)
- Warrant approval (#285)
- Administrative Expense Budget for 2025‑26
- Draft amendment for City Ordinance regarding Interest on Refunds
- Investment Consultant RFP
General Employees Retirement Fund Committee
The General Employees Retirement Fund Committee will consider consent items including approval of May meeting minutes, ratification of plan expenses and termination refunds, and approval of new retirement/DROP annuities. The main discussion focuses on an Investment Consultant RFP and the selection of a committee representative to participate in the process.
- Approval of May 15, 2025 regular meeting minutes
- Ratification of plan expenses and termination refunds
- Approval/ratification of new retirement/DROP/vested/death annuities
- Discussion on Investment Consultant RFP
- Selection of Retirement Committee representative for RFP process
Historic Preservation Board
The Delray Beach Historic Preservation Board will consider three requests for Certificates of Appropriateness, including a demolition request for a multi-family property and two requests to change materials and colors on historic buildings.
- Consider demolition of 139-143 SE 7th Avenue in Marina Historic District
- Review roof material and color change at 19 S. Swinton Avenue
- Consider window and door replacements at 321 NW 1st Avenue
- Approve minutes from May 7, 2025 meeting
- Elect officers for the board
Code Enforcement Board
The Delray Beach Code Enforcement Board holds a regular meeting with procedural items including approval of minutes and swearing in witnesses. The main business is a Magistrate Violation item, but no specific addresses or details are listed in the agenda. The meeting is largely procedural and lacks concrete case information.
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- Swearing in witnesses for code enforcement cases
- Magistrate Violation hearings (no specifics provided)
Planning and Zoning Board
The board will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on a Level 3 site plan for 'The Link,' a four-story, 10-unit multifamily residential building. They will also consider two city-initiated amendments to the Land Development Regulations: one eliminating the Parking Management Advisory Board's role in in-lieu parking fee requests, and another revising the subdivision platting process. Additionally, the board will elect officers for Chair, Vice Chair, and 2nd Vice Chair.
- The Link (2024-228): Level 3 site plan for a 10-unit condominium at 202 NE 6th Avenue
- Ordinance No. 23-25: Eliminating the Parking Management Advisory Board from reviewing in-lieu parking fee requests
- Ordinance No. 24-25: Amending subdivision platting process across multiple LDR sections
- Election of board officers (Chair, Vice Chair, 2nd Vice Chair)
City Commission
The Delray Beach City Commission will hold a final budget public hearing and consider several consent‑agenda items. Key decisions include renewing property, excess liability and workers' compensation insurance for $2,567,070, approving a Letter of Agreement with the Florida Agency for Healthcare Administration for Medicaid emergency transport, and authorizing various contracts for city services. The meeting also includes proclamations, right‑of‑way dedications, and a review of recent land‑development board actions.
- Renew property, excess liability and workers' compensation insurance with PGIT for $2,567,070 (10/1/2025‑9/30/2026)
- Approve Letter of Agreement with Florida Agency for Healthcare Administration for Medicaid emergency medical transportation
- Accept right‑of‑way dedications for 352 NW 7th Ave and 614 Allen Ave
- Award contract to GovernmentJobs.com (NeoGov) for online recruitment services ($210,068.65)
- Award contract to UKG Kronos Systems for SaaS HR systems
The City Commission unanimously approved the agenda and consent agenda items, including the meeting minutes and several administrative agreements. They approved a Letter of Agreement with the Florida Agency for Healthcare Administration to participate in the Managed Care Organization portion of the Public Emergency Medical Transportation program. Additional approvals included renewal of the property insurance policy with PGIT, amendments to employee insurance contracts, a mutual aid agreement with the South Florida Criminal Apprehension Team, and right‑of‑way dedications for two properties. The Commission also approved multiple proclamations and awarded contracts for recruitment services, workforce management, and emergency transport billing.
- Approved agenda as amended (all in favor)
- Approved meeting minutes (all in favor)
- Approved AHCA Letter of Agreement for PEMT MCO program (all in favor)
- Approved Resolution 189-25 to renew property insurance with PGIT (all in favor)
- Approved amendment to standard employee insurance contracts (all in favor)
- Approved South Florida Criminal Apprehension Team mutual aid agreement (all in favor)
- Approved right‑of‑way dedications for 352 NW 7th Ave and 614 Allen Ave (all in favor)
- Approved contracts: NeoGov recruitment services ($210,068.65), UKG Kronos workforce system, Digitech EMS billing services (all in favor)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a workshop meeting to finalize considerations for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 proposed operating budget. The session includes a review of ancillary expenditure efficiency scenarios.
- Finalization of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 proposed operating budget considerations
- Review of Ancillary Expenditure Efficiency Considerations and Resulting Scenarios
The commission reviewed the FY 2025‑2026 operating budget and identified $507,000 in potential savings. After discussion, the City Manager announced the reinstatement of $75,000 for pressure cleaning in the Neighborhood and Community Services Department. The Chief Technology Officer agreed to eliminate a $75,000 software request for his department. No formal vote tally was recorded.
- Reinstated $75,000 for pressure cleaning (no vote recorded)
- Eliminated $75,000 software request for Technology Department (no vote recorded)
Code Enforcement Board
The Delray Beach Code Enforcement Board will convene for a regular hearing to hear formal cases. The meeting will include a roll call, approval of minutes, and the swearing in of witnesses.
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- Swearing in of witnesses for formal hearings
- Regular hearing to address code enforcement cases
City Commission
The City Commission holds a special meeting, opening with public comments, followed by a follow-up discussion on the city's petition challenging the validity of un-adopted rules. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Public comments
- Follow-up on city's petition challenging validity of un-adopted rules
The City Commission approved two motions, each passing 4-1. First, they rescinded the earlier motion to move forward without challenging the FDOT decision on the Pride Crosswalk. Second, they voted to cease any further petition filings in court regarding the FDOT non‑compliance matter.
- Rescinded original motion to move forward without challenging FDOT (4-1)
- Ceased any further petition filings concerning FDOT Pride Crosswalk (4-1)
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss Pride Streetscapes. The meeting is called by Mayor Thomas F. Carney, Jr. under the city charter.
- Discussion of Pride Streetscapes
- Public comments period
- Special meeting called by Mayor Thomas F. Carney, Jr.
The City Commission approved a motion to join Fort Lauderdale and Miami Beach in a petition to the Department of Administrative Hearings, request a stay of the FDOT enforcement order, and have the intersection hydro‑blasted instead of sandblasted. The motion was made by Vice Mayor Long and seconded by Commissioner Markert. The vote was 3‑yes to 1‑no. No other actions were taken.
- Approved joining petition with Fort Lauderdale and Miami Beach, seeking stay and hydro‑blasting (3-1)
Board of Adjustment
The Delray Beach Board of Adjustment will hold its regular meeting, elect officers, and hear public comments. The primary agenda item is a variance request to reduce the required front setback from 25 feet to 10 feet for swimming pools at 1916 and 1920 Spanish Trail. The request is submitted by Alex J. Lewis and Francesca Lewis, represented by Abrams Law Firm, with planner Jennifer Buce noted. The board will vote on whether to grant the variance.
- Variance request to reduce front setback from 25 ft to 10 ft for swimming pools at 1916 & 1920 Spanish Trail (Applicants: Alex J. Lewis & Francesca Lewis; Agent: Abrams Law Firm; Planner: Jennifer Buce)
City Commission
The City Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included settlements in two lawsuits, additional spending for the Lowson Boulevard project, and a hold‑harmless agreement for 142 SE 5th Avenue. It also approved resolutions awarding a $175,000 contract for door and lock hardware and a $120,000 sole‑source contract for storm‑water pump maintenance. All motions were passed with all members in favor.
- Approved consent agenda items (all in favor)
- Approved settlement in Danielle McClendon case (all in favor)
- Approved settlement in Keith Tomey case (all in favor)
- Approved $155,000 additional spending for Lowson Blvd project (all in favor)
- Approved hold‑harmless for 142 SE 5th Avenue (all in favor)
- Approved $175,000 door and lock hardware contracts (Res 168‑25 & 169‑25) (all in favor)
- Approved $120,000 storm‑water pump maintenance sole‑source contract (Res 177‑25) (all in favor)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee
The Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee will review expenditure plans from other cities including Coral Springs, Davie, Deerfield Beach, Miramar, and Pembroke Pines. The body will also work on formulating a recommended expenditure plan for FY 2025-26.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Discussion regarding board membership
- Review of other cities' opioid expenditure plans
- Formulation of recommended Opioid Settlement Expenditure Plan for FY 2025-26
Development Services Management Group
The Development Services Management Group will vote on a consent agenda approving six non-impact special events, including a Halloween block party and a fundraiser, and consider a recommendation to the City Commission for the 64th Annual Delray Affair, a major impact event spanning downtown streets in April 2026. No old business is on the agenda.
- Recommendation to City Commission for the 64th Delray Affair (April 10-12, 2026) along Atlantic Avenue and Swinton Avenue
- Approval of 'The Club Delray Seasonal Reset' event at Old School Square on September 27, 2025
- Approval of 'Do Good Delray/IRC Fundraiser' at Delray Beach Historical Society on October 17, 2025
- Approval of 'Something Scary Halloween Block Party and Haunted House' on NW 1st Street on October 24, 2025
- Approval of 'Delray is Going to the Dogs' at Old School Square front amphitheater on November 23, 2025
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Board will consider several consent agenda items, including contracts for artistic services, signage funding, and a funding amendment. The Board will vote on a resolution to purchase the property at 101 NW 10th Avenue for $162,500. Additional discussion will cover budget updates, lease status, and new RFPs for vacant lots intended for affordable housing.
- Approve Independent Contractor Agreement with The Atlantic Current, LLC for artistic services
- Approve Paint‑Up & Signage Funding Assistance with Casa Mannabliss, LLC up to $1,867
- Approve First Amendment to Site Development Funding Assistance with Rabbit Hole Delray, LLC increasing amount to $70,900.42
- Approve Resolution 2025-12 to purchase 101 NW 10th Avenue for $162,500
- Issue RFPs for vacant lots at 216 NW 8th Avenue and 704 SW 4th Street for affordable/workforce housing
Public Art Advisory Board
The Public Art Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from a previous session and consider a proposal to install a mural on the west façade of The Maxwell development at 306 NE 2nd Street.
- Approval of July 22, 2025 Public Art Advisory Board minutes
- Consideration of the Maxwell Mural installation at 306 NE 2nd Street
- Updates on DDA Art, Utility Box Wrapping, and Heritage Art Project
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings and provide recommendations to the City Commission on two right-of-way abandonment requests and two legislative items: the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan and an amendment to remove definitions for AED and bleeding control kits from the Land Development Regulations.
- Abandonment of 1,354 sq ft right-of-way adjacent to 300 Grove Place (File 2025-178)
- Abandonment of public access to multiple tracts and streets in Old Palm Grove (File 2023-168, Resolution No. 01-25)
- Consistency finding and recommendation on 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan FY 2025-26 through FY 2029-30 (Ordinance No. 26-24)
- Amendment to Land Development Regulations removing definitions for Automated External Defibrillator and Bleeding Control Kit (Ordinance No. 21-25)
General Employees Retirement Fund Committee
The General Employees Retirement Fund Committee will adopt the agenda, review investment performance, and ratify plan expenses and new retirement annuities. The meeting will also include reports on legal matters and the DROP plan fiduciary investment review.
- Ratification of plan expenses and termination refunds
- Approval of new retirement/DROP/vested/death annuities
- Quarter-end portfolio performance review (June 30, 2025)
- Flash report for July 2025
- Investment Consultant RFP - next steps
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss a wages impasse with the Palm Beach County Police Benevolent Association. The body will review recommendations from a Special Master and the City Manager regarding a settlement.
- Palm Beach County Police Benevolent Association wages impasse
- Special Masters Recommendation
- City Manager's Recommendations for Settling Impasse
- PBA's Recommendation for Settling for Wages Impasse
The City Commission approved a modified Union DROP proposal that extends the retirement option to eight years, passing 3‑2. It also adopted the Union’s modified wage increase for officers and sergeants with a unanimous vote. Additional items approved included medical‑psychological exam authority and pay‑scale articles for lieutenants and officers. All motions were recorded with their vote tallies.
- Approved modified Union DROP proposal (8‑year) (3‑2)
- Approved Union’s modified wage increase for officers and sergeants (5‑0)
- Approved Article 8 Section 13 allowing medical/psychological exams (5‑0)
- Approved Article 27 (Lieutenants) and Article 29 (Police Officers/Sergeants) (5‑0)
- Approved maintaining mutual consent on use of Chapter 185 State Premium Tax Revenues (unanimous)
- Approved Commissioner Markert’s telephonic participation (unanimous)
- Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)
Green Implementation Advancement Board
The Green Implementation Advancement Board will discuss updates to the Climate Action Plan and educational initiatives including Florida Climate Week. The board will also review legislative issues and hear a report from the City Arborist. No specific dollar amounts or ordinances are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of Climate Action Plan (old business)
- Educational initiatives including Florida Climate Week
- Review of legislative issues
- Report from City Arborist
The board approved the meeting agenda and minutes. It reached consensus to draft a memo to the City Commission recommending continuation of the tree planting program in a scaled‑down Drop‑Off format. The board also tasked the chair with contacting the Arts Warehouse about a climate event in December or January, added SB 180 to the legislative agenda, and decided not to issue a City Arborist memo at this time.
- Approved agenda (vote 4‑0, 1 absent)
- Approved minutes (vote 4‑0, 1 absent)
- Consensus to draft memo recommending scaled tree planting Drop‑Off program
- Evan Orellana to contact Arts Warehouse for event date (Dec 5 2025 or early Jan)
- Add SB 180 to Legislative Issues for next meeting
- Add “Tree Planting Program Memo” to new business for next meeting
- Board decided not to issue a City Arborist memo now
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Code Enforcement Board
The Delray Beach Code Enforcement Board will convene for a special magistrate hearing regarding a specific magistrate violation. The meeting is scheduled for 3:00 PM on August 20, 2025, at City Hall Council Chambers.
- Special Magistrate Hearing
- Swearing in Witnesses
- Magistrate Violation
- Adjournment
City Commission
The Delray Beach City Commission will consider approving contracts for the design of a new police headquarters and emergency utility repairs, along with various other agreements and proclamations.
- Approval of $239,630.58 contract for new Police Department HQ design
- Approval of up to $2,000,000 contract for emergency utility repairs
- Approval of up to $2,350,000 contract for water meter fittings and hydrants
- Approval of up to $50,000 for Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety program
- Presentation on Old School Square FY 2025-26 budget
The Commission unanimously approved the amended agenda. It approved an interlocal agreement with Palm Beach County to staff emergency shelters and approved the pedestrian and bicycle safety program grant. Commissioners agreed to start a six‑month downtown employee parking pilot at $10 per month beginning Oct. 1, 2025. The body also reached consensus to have the Internal Auditor review the Downtown Development Authority’s financial records.
- Approved agenda amendment (all in favor)
- Approved interlocal agreement with Palm Beach County for emergency shelter staffing
- Approved pedestrian & bicycle safety program award
- Initiated six‑month downtown employee parking pilot at $10/month (consensus)
- Consensused to audit Downtown Development Authority financial records
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Code Enforcement Board
This meeting of the Delray Beach Code Enforcement Board consists entirely of procedural items: roll call, approval of minutes, swearing in witnesses, formal hearings, and old business. No specific cases, violations, or enforcement actions are listed in the agenda.
Deferred Compensation Plans Committee
The Deferred Compensation Plans Committee will review a fiduciary investment report from NFP Retirement, Inc. The body will also receive an update regarding the transition of the plan's record keeper.
- June 30, 2025 Fiduciary Investment Review by NFP Retirement, Inc.
- Record Keeper Transition Update
City Commission
The Delray Beach City Commission will consider approving a series of water and sewer revenue bonds and several historic property tax exemptions. The agenda also includes a resolution to join a lawsuit challenging a state law on land use authority.
- Authorization of Water and Sewer Revenue Bonds Series 2025 (up to $160M)
- Resolution to join lawsuit challenging Senate Bill 180
- Historic property tax exemptions for 310 NE 1st Avenue, 108 N. Swinton Avenue, and 108 NW 4th Avenue
- Approval of home rehabilitation construction services via CDBG program
- Amendment to agreement with Players International Management, Inc.
The City Commission unanimously approved a resolution honoring Dawn English’s 30 years of service and the amended Consent Agenda. It also approved the meeting minutes, ratified indemnifications for city officials, and authorized participation in a lawsuit contesting Senate Bill 180’s statewide home‑rule prohibition. Additionally, the Commission agreed to use PFAS settlement funds exclusively for utilities improvements and to adopt new rate structures for the municipal golf‑course renovation.
- Approved Resolution 122-25 honoring Dawn English’s 30‑year service (unanimous)
- Approved Consent Agenda as amended (unanimous)
- Approved City Commission meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved ratification and indemnification of Terrence Moore, Lynn Gelin, and Duane D’Andrea (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 172-25 authorizing participation in lawsuit challenging SB 180 (unanimous)
- Agreed to use PFAS settlement funds solely for Utilities Department improvements (consensus)
- Reached consensus to proceed with new rate structure for municipal golf‑course renovation (consensus)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss any further changes to the Education Element of the Always Delray Comprehensive Plan before formal approval. Commissioners will review the proposed amendments and consider additional modifications. Public comments will be accepted during the meeting.
- Final discussion of Education Element amendments to the Comprehensive Plan
- Consideration of any further modifications before formal approval
- Public comment period
The Commission agreed to let City Manager Terrence Moore collect education data, schedule biannual meetings and a joint workshop with the School Board, and reinstate the Education Board as a task force. No formal vote was recorded; the agreement was noted as consensus. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.
- Authorized City Manager to collect education data (consensus)
- Authorized biannual meetings with School Board leadership (consensus)
- Authorized scheduling of a joint workshop with the School Board (consensus)
- Authorized reinstatement of the Education Board as a task force (consensus)
- Adjourned meeting (all in favor)
Code Enforcement Board
The Delray Beach Code Enforcement Board holds a special magistrate hearing to consider code violation cases. The agenda is mostly procedural, including roll call, approval of minutes, and swearing of witnesses. No specific violations are listed in the available agenda.
- Magistrate violation hearing (cases not specified in agenda)
Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee
The Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee will discuss the purpose of the committee and the expenditure of opioid litigation settlement funds. Members will review eligible funding opportunities and expenditures previously approved by the City Commission.
- Review of Policy GA-11 regarding expenditures of opioid litigation settlement funds
- Overview of opioid settlement and eligible funding opportunities
- Review of the approved Opioid SF Expenditure Plan 2024
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the employment agreement of City Manager Terrence Moore. The body will consider extending the August 1st deadline for his annual performance evaluation and salary review.
- Extension of August 1st deadline for City Manager Terrence Moore's performance evaluation and salary review
The commission voted to allow Vice Mayor Rob Long to join the meeting remotely, with all members in favor. Commissioners agreed to keep the current performance‑evaluation form unchanged and to use an N/A marking system for non‑applicable categories. The City Manager’s performance evaluation was scheduled for the August 12, 2025 agenda.
- Approved remote participation for Vice Mayor Rob Long (unanimous)
- Maintained current City Manager evaluation form (consensus)
- Adopted N/A handling for non‑applicable evaluation categories (consensus)
- Scheduled City Manager performance evaluation for Aug 12, 2025 (consensus)
Development Services Management Group
The Development Services Management Board will vote to approve the non‑impact event known as the 6th Annual Downtown Delray Beach Craft Festival on 4th, scheduled for February 7‑8, 2026 at NE 4th Avenue between East Atlantic and NE 2nd Street. The board will also consider a recommendation to reduce the right‑of‑way width by 10 feet on Old Dixie Highway adjacent to 2004 North Federal Highway. Standard agenda items include roll call, approval of the agenda, and adoption of minutes.
- Approval of the 6th Annual Downtown Delray Beach Craft Festival on 4th for Feb 7‑8, 2026 at NE 4th Avenue (East Atlantic to NE 2nd Street)
- Authorization for the Special Events Manager to take actions needed for the festival permit
- Recommendation to the City Engineer to reduce right‑of‑way width by 10 ft on Old Dixie Highway near 2004 North Federal Highway
Site Plan Review and Appearance Board
The Site Plan Review and Appearance Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings regarding signage and exterior color modifications. The board is considering amendments to a master sign program and two site plan applications for color palette updates.
- Marketplace of Delray (14535 South Military Trail): Proposed sign program changes including two new signs for BJs and updated colors
- Wells Fargo Bank (Military Trail): Proposed color change from soft yellow to a dark palette
- Wells Fargo Bank (5030 Linton Boulevard): Proposed color change from soft yellow to a dark palette
Code Enforcement Board
The Code Enforcement Board will meet to conduct a Special Magistrate hearing regarding code violations. The agenda includes the approval of minutes and the swearing in of witnesses.
- Special Magistrate hearing on code violations
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a special meeting to consider proposed millage rates for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The Finance Department has recommended specific rates for operating and debt service.
- Proposed operating millage rate of 6.1611 mills
- Proposed debt service millage rate of 0.0309 mills
- Total proposed millage rate of 6.1920 mills
The City Commission considered two motions on the FY 2025‑26 millage rate. A substitute motion to keep the rate at 5.9063 mills and debt service at 0.0309 mills failed 2‑3. The commission then adopted the operating millage rate of 6.1611 mills and a debt service rate of 5.9063 mills, for a total of 6.1920 mills, passing 3‑2.
- Substitute motion to keep millage at 5.9063 and debt service at 0.0309 failed (Yes: 2 – Mayor Carney, Deputy Vice Mayor Burns; No: 3 – Vice Mayor Long, Commissioner Casale, Commissioner Markert)
- Adopt operating millage rate of 6.1611 mills passed (Yes: 3 – Vice Mayor Long, Commissioner Casale, Commissioner Markert; No: 2 – Mayor Carney, Deputy Vice Mayor Burns)
- Adopt debt service rate of 5.9063 mills passed (Yes: 3 – Vice Mayor Long, Commissioner Casale, Commissioner Markert; No: 2 – Mayor Carney, Deputy Vice Mayor Burns)
- Total millage rate set at 6.1920 mills passed (Yes: 3; No: 2)
Public Art Advisory Board
The Public Art Advisory Board will consider approving past meeting minutes and hear updates on the Downtown Development Authority, utility wrapping pilot, and sidewalk stamping programs. New business includes introducing a new board liaison and discussing potential future art projects. Public comment will be taken on agenda and non-agenda items.
- Discussion of potential future public art projects
- Update on Downtown Development Authority (DDA) activities
- Update on Utility Wrapping Pilot Program
- Update on Sidewalk Stamping Program
- Introduction of new board liaison Rob Evans
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will consider three conditional use requests for All County Paving at 1180 SW 10th Street: concrete products manufacturing with outdoor aggregate storage, storage of light trucks up to two tons, and bulk storage of gas and oil. The Board will also review a Comprehensive Plan text amendment (Ordinance No. 08-25) to allow adaptive reuse of historic places of worship as residential use, and a Land Development Regulations amendment (Ordinance No. 07-25) to add that use to the Community Facilities zone. Recommendations will be forwarded to the City Commission.
- Conditional use approval for concrete products manufacturing and aggregate storage (Resolution No. 143-25)
- Conditional use approval for light‑truck storage up to two tons (Resolution No. 144-25)
- Conditional use approval for bulk gas and oil storage (Resolution No. 145-25)
- Comprehensive Plan amendment Ordinance No. 08-25 for adaptive reuse of historic worship sites
- Land Development Regulations amendment Ordinance No. 07-25 to add historic worship sites as a principal residential use
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on a variance request to reduce the required front setback from 25 feet to 10 feet for swimming pool construction at two duplex units. The properties are located at 1916 and 1920 Spanish Trail. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and hear public comments.
- Variance request from LDR Section 4.6.15(G)(1)(a) to reduce front setback from 25 ft to 10 ft for swimming pools at 1916 & 1920 Spanish Trail
- Quasi-judicial hearing for the variance (File #2025-150-VAR-BOA)
- Applicants: Alex J. & Francesca Lewis, represented by Abrams Law Firm
Green Implementation Advancement Board
The Green Implementation Advancement Board will approve the agenda and minutes, hear public comments, and address several old‑business items including the Climate Action Plan, educational initiatives, and legislative issues. In new business, the board will review a City Arborist memo. The meeting is primarily for discussion and advisory input rather than final decisions.
- Review of the Climate Action Plan
- Discussion of Educational Initiatives
- Consideration of Legislative Issues
- Review of City Arborist Memo
- Public Comments on agenda and non‑agenda items
The Green Implementation Advancement Board approved the meeting agenda with a 3‑0 vote. The board also approved the prior meeting minutes with a 3‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned at 10:24 am.
- Approved agenda (3-0 vote)
- Approved minutes (3-0 vote)
- Adjourned meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Community Redevelopment Agency
The CRA Board of Commissioners will consider several property acquisitions, construction bids, and funding agreements. The meeting includes decisions on affordable housing purchases and site development assistance for local businesses.
- Award of RFQ No. 2025-01 for NW 800 Block of West Atlantic Avenue to Waypoint Contracting, Inc.
- Purchase of 238 SW 14th Avenue for $2,500 for affordable/workforce housing
- Purchase of property abutting 111 NW 11th Avenue and 106 NW 10th Avenue for up to $40,000
- Site development funding for Harvey Insurance Solutions, Inc. at 20/26 NW 6th Avenue up to $41,238.71
- Architectural services contract for 20 N. Swinton Avenue not to exceed $26,835
City Commission
The City Commission will consider a resolution to declare intent to reimburse up to $100 million for public safety facilities from future bonds. Other items include a dock variance at 1020 Seasage Drive, approval of a major subdivision plat, amendments to solid waste collection rates, and a data-sharing MOU with Pinellas County Sheriff. The meeting also includes appointments to the Vision 2035 Steering Committee.
- Resolution 138-25: $100 million reimbursement resolution for public safety bonds
- Quasi-judicial hearing for dock extending 33.5 feet into Intracoastal at 1020 Seasage Drive
- Major plat approval with waivers for "Southwest 4th and 7th Homes" subdivision
- Resolution 113-25: amending solid waste collection rates and fees
- MOU with Pinellas County Sheriff for sharing license plate data files
The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and postponed Item 7.H to a special meeting on July 22. It also approved a series of consent‑agenda items, including a hold‑harmless agreement for 2002 Pelican Lane, a reimbursement resolution for public‑safety bonds, and resolutions authorizing new waste‑collection fees, an investment‑banking team, a license‑plate data‑sharing MOU, and a temporary construction easement. All votes were recorded as unanimous.
- Approved agenda and postponed Item 7.H to July 22 (unanimous)
- Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
- Approved Hold Harmless and Maintenance Agreement for 2002 Pelican Lane (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 138-25: Reimbursement for Public Safety Bonds (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 153-25: Authorizing four firms for investment‑banking services (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 113-25: Levying and adopting charges, rates, fees for solid waste collection (unanimous)
- Approved MOU with Pinellas County Sheriff for license‑plate‑based data sharing (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 163-25: Temporary construction easement for HHC Atlantic Shore Protection Project (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the preliminary Capital Improvement Program budget for fiscal years 2026 through 2030. The meeting will also include presentations from several city-funded nonprofit organizations. The session is a workshop, not a formal vote.
- Workshop on Fiscal Years 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program Budget
- Presentations by Boys and Girls Club
- Presentations by Spady Cultural Heritage Museum
- Presentations by Achievement Center
- Presentations by SANDOWAY Discovery Center
The City Commission voted to increase the Stormwater Utility/Revenue Fund, generating an additional $2,224,615 for the upcoming fiscal year. Commissioners also reviewed the preliminary Capital Improvement Plan budget of $295,412,650 for FY 2026‑2030, but no formal action was taken on the budget. Public comments were heard and the meeting was adjourned.
- Approved increase to Stormwater Utility/Revenue Fund (adds $2,224,615)
Code Enforcement Board
The Delray Beach Code Enforcement Board will hold a formal hearing to address cases of noncompliance with board orders and the assessment of fines. The meeting is scheduled for 1:30 PM on July 10, 2025, at City Hall Council Chambers.
- Formal Hearing: NonCompliance of Board Order and Assessment of Fines
- Formal Hearing: NonCompliance of Board Order and Assessment of Fines
Deferred Compensation Plans Committee
The Deferred Compensation Plans Committee will hold a special meeting to hear presentations from three potential recordkeeper service providers. The committee will review proposals from Empower, Lincoln, and Voya.
- Empower presentation
- Lincoln presentation
- Voya presentation
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget. No formal decisions will be made; this is a public hearing with opportunity for comment. The agenda consists only of budget considerations and public comments.
- Review and discussion of the FY 2025-2026 proposed budget
- Public comments on budget items
The commission held a budget workshop to review FY 2025‑26 revenue, expense and millage rate scenarios. Members voiced concerns about potential tax increases and suggested alternative revenue sources, but no formal vote or resolution was recorded. The meeting adjourned without adopting a millage rate or budget amendment.
City Commission
The City Commission will receive a presentation on the Live Local Act and a specific project at 2101 South Congress Avenue. The body will also consider several right-of-way dedications, utility easements, and infrastructure contracts.
- Resolution 123-25: Approval of 14th Annual Witches of Delray Charity Bike Ride on October 25, 2025, including closures of Atlantic Avenue and Swinton Avenue
- Resolution 125-25: $98,311.27 for Baxter & Woodman, Inc. consulting services for George Bush Boulevard
- Resolution 126-25: Support for the Beach Renourishment Program and local funding share for FDEP coastal management
- Additional spending of $157,600 with Thermo Fisher Scientific for lab equipment and warranty, bringing total contract value to $217,600
- Right-of-way dedications for 1180 SW 10th Street, 342 NW 7th Ave, 344 NW 7th Ave, 424 Palm Trl, 450 N. Swinton Ave, 1223 Seaspray Ave, and 402 Palm Trl
The commission approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda unanimously. It adopted several resolutions, including the 14th Annual Witches of Delray Charity Bike Ride, the Beach Renourishment Program, and a consulting services contract for $98,311.27. The body also approved a series of right-of-way and easement dedications and authorized additional spending of $157,600 for Thermo Fisher Scientific equipment and services.
- Approved agenda (all in favor)
- Approved consent agenda (all in favor)
- Approved Resolution 123-25 for the 14th Annual Witches of Delray Charity Bike Ride
- Approved right-of-way dedication at 1180 SW 10th Street
- Approved multiple right-of-way and easement dedications (342 NW 7th Ave, 344 NW 7th Ave, 424 Palm Trl, 450 N Swinton Ave, 1223 Seaspray Ave, 402 Palm Trl, 1035 Bermuda Gardens Rd)
- Approved Resolution 125-25 authorizing consulting services with Baxter & Woodman, Inc. for $98,311.27
- Approved Resolution 126-25 Beach Renourishment Program
- Approved additional spending of $157,600 for Thermo Fisher Scientific contract, raising total contract value to $217,600
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board will review two ordinances to permit adaptive reuse of historic places of worship as residential uses, providing recommendations to the Planning and Zoning Board. They will also decide on a tax exemption for improvements at 108 N. Swinton Avenue and a certificate of appropriateness for siding replacement at 49 Palm Square.
- Ad Valorem Tax Exemption recommendation for additions/alterations at 108 N. Swinton Avenue (Old School Square Historic District)
- Certificate of Appropriateness for after-the-fact siding replacement at 49 Palm Square (Marina Historic District)
- Comprehensive Plan text amendment (Ordinance 08-25) to support adaptive reuse of historic places of worship as residential
- Land Development Regulation amendment (Ordinance 07-25) to allow adaptive reuse of historic places of worship as a principal use in Community Facilities zone
Development Services Management Group
The Development Services Management Group will consider two requests to reduce minimum setback requirements for redevelopment properties: a front setback reduction from 25 to 20 feet at 840 Denery Lane, and a side street setback reduction from 15 to 10 feet at 212 Kings Lynn. No other substantive business or consent items are on the agenda.
- 840 Denery Lane: request to reduce front setback from 25 ft to 20 ft for redevelopment (case 2025-173-WAI-DSMG)
- 212 Kings Lynn: request to reduce side street setback from 15 ft to 10 ft for redevelopment (case 2025-193-WAI-DSMG)
- Agenda includes only roll call, approval of minutes from four prior meetings (June–Sept 2024), and these two new business items
- No consent agenda items listed
Public Art Advisory Board
The Public Art Advisory Board will meet to discuss utility box wrapping updates and consider a proposed mural at 360 NE 4th Street (File No. 2025-165). Public comment will be taken. No minutes are scheduled for approval.
- Consideration of mural installation at 360 NE 4th Street (File No. 2025-165)
- Discussion of utility box wrapping updates
Code Enforcement Board
The Code Enforcement Board will meet to address magistrate violations and old business. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items for the Special Magistrate.
- Review of Magistrate Violations
City Commission
The City Commission approved a $470,407 increase to the Musco Lighting contract to retrofit lighting at Miller Park’s Sergio Field. It also approved a $145,982 amendment for additional Axon police camera systems, and authorized the Fire Rescue Department to apply for the 2025 SAFER grant. Several right‑of‑way dedications, easement agreements, and proclamations were unanimously adopted.
- Approved $470,407 contract increase for Musco Lighting at Miller Park (unanimous)
- Approved $145,982 amendment for 17 additional Axon fleet camera systems (unanimous)
- Authorized Fire Rescue Department to submit 2025 SAFER grant application (unanimous)
- Approved $35,000 additional spending for Zoll Medical service contract (unanimous)
- Accepted right‑of‑way dedication for 905 SW 14th Avenue (unanimous)
- Accepted easement for pedestrian clear zone at 246 NE 6th Avenue (unanimous)
- Accepted right‑of‑way dedication for 440 N. Swinton Avenue (unanimous)
- Approved first amendment to interlocal agreement with Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency for FY 2024‑2025 construction funding (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a workshop meeting to discuss and provide direction on proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan. The discussion focuses on the Education Element's goals, objectives, policies, and data analysis sections.
- Proposed Comprehensive Plan amendments to the Education Element Policy and Goal considerations
The commission reviewed the Comprehensive Plan’s education component, hearing proposals to assess school performance and consider funding for studies. Mayor Carney indicated a future request for $25,000 each for a Greenway analysis and an FIU review, and staff will gather district data before revisiting the item on July 15. Public comments highlighted funding concerns and suggested program ideas.
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings on two items: a Level 4 Site Plan for The Maxwell, a four-story mixed-use building at 306 NE 2nd Street, and a request to implement Art Deco architectural style in the Central Business District at 398 NE 6th Avenue. The board will provide recommendations to the City Commission on both matters.
- The Maxwell: 45,247 sq ft mixed-use building at 306 NE 2nd St with landscape waiver and reduced loading determination
- 398 NE 6th Ave: Recommendation on requiring Art Deco style in Central Business District per LDR Section 4.4.13(F)(3)(e)
- Election of board officers and approval of February 24, 2025 draft minutes
Code Enforcement Board
The Code Enforcement Board will meet to conduct formal hearings. The agenda includes the assessment of fines for noncompliance with board orders.
- Formal hearings regarding code violations
- Assessment of fines for noncompliance of board orders
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will consider the SHIP Allocation for FY 2025-2026 and the SHIP Rental Assistance program. They will also review the Area Median Income for FY 2025-2026. The meeting includes public comment on agenda and non-agenda items.
- SHIP Allocation FY 2025-2026
- SHIP Rental Assistance
- Area Median Income FY 2025-2026
- Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items
City Commission
The Delray Beach City Commission holds a budget workshop to discuss two main items: a request to sponsor an amendment to the Land Development Regulations adding service industry uses to the Light Industrial (LI) district, and preliminary proposed budget considerations for FY 2025-2026. Public comments will also be heard.
- Request to sponsor amendment to LDR Section 4.4.26 to allow service industry uses in the Light Industrial (LI) district
- Preliminary proposed budget considerations for FY 2025-2026
- Public comments period
The City Commission unanimously agreed to advance the requested amendment to the Light Industrial district in the Wallace Drive Redevelopment Overlay. Commissioners also reached consensus to proceed with the SAFER Grant application for the Fire Department. The agenda will include a Vision 2035 Steering Committee selection item at the July 15 regular meeting. No formal decision was made on the Downtown Development Authority millage rate or the proposed 3‑person fire staffing model.
- Advanced Light Industrial zoning amendment request (unanimous)
- Approved proceeding with SAFER Grant application (consensus)
- Added Vision 2035 Steering Committee selection item to July 15 meeting (consensus)
- Deferred decision on Downtown Development Authority millage rate (no vote)
- No formal presentation on Education Board at June 17 workshop (no decision)
- Fire Department 3/3 staffing model proposal not decided (discussion ongoing)
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings on three items: a tax exemption for additions at 108 NW 4th Avenue, an after-the-fact siding replacement at 49 Palm Square, and a certificate of appropriateness involving relocation, variances, and a 3,814 sq. ft. addition at 46 Marine Way. The board also will approve prior meeting minutes and take public comment.
- Ad Valorem Tax Exemption request for additions/alterations at 108 NW 4th Avenue (West Settlers Historic District)
- Certificate of Appropriateness for after-the-fact siding replacement at 49 Palm Square (Marina Historic District)
- Certificate of Appropriateness, Relocation, Variances & Waivers for vertical relocation and 3,814 sq. ft. addition at 46 Marine Way (Marina Historic District)
City Commission
The City Commission will review several event permits, budget amendments, and interlocal agreements. The meeting includes a presentation of the FY2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and updates on PFAS litigation.
- Host Facility Agreement with USTA for Davis Cup Tie Event (Sept 12-13, 2025) not to exceed $490,000
- Interlocal Agreement with Palm Beach County for Shoreline Protection Project No. 17-081
- Resolution 119-25 to amend the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget
- Additional $10,000 spending for Kelly Tractor Company for Caterpillar equipment parts
- Special event permits for Art & Jazz on the Avenue 2025 and 37th Annual Downtown Delray Beach Festival of the Arts
The Commission approved the Consent Agenda unanimously. It also approved several resolutions, including the Art & Jazz on the Avenue 2025 events, the 37th Annual Downtown Delray Beach Festival of the Arts, and a FY 2025 budget amendment. Additional approvals covered the Davis Cup host facility agreement, a Healthy Kids playground grant, an interlocal shoreline protection agreement, and multiple right‑of‑way dedications.
- Approved Consent Agenda (all in favor)
- Approved Resolution 100-25 for Art & Jazz on the Avenue 2025 impact events
- Approved Resolution 101-25 for 37th Annual Downtown Delray Beach Festival of the Arts (Jan 2026)
- Approved Resolution 119-25 budget amendment for FY 2025
- Approved Host Facility Agreement for Davis Cup (up to $490,000)
- Approved application for Healthy Kids Initiative playground grant
- Approved Interlocal Agreement with Palm Beach County for shoreline protection project
- Approved right‑of‑way dedications for five properties
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Board will consider and vote on an award invitation to bid and a contract for exterior improvements to the CRA‑owned building at 102 NW 5th Avenue, not to exceed $327,099. The agenda also includes approvals for several service agreements and amendments, a work assignment for architectural services, and discussion of the FY 2025‑2026 draft budget and advisory committee applications.
- Approve award invitation to bid CRA No. 2025-02 and contract for exterior improvements at 102 NW 5th Avenue, up to $327,099
- Approve agreement for commercial property real‑estate marketing services with Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.
- Approve fifth amendment to the landscape maintenance services agreement with Sod Unlimited, Inc.
- Approve first amendment to the purchase and sale agreement for the property at 235 SE 2nd Avenue to extend the closing date
- Approve work assignments for architectural services with Peacock Architects for properties at 2400 and 2410 North Federal Highway, each not to exceed $7,550
Board Of Trustees for the Firefighters' Retirement System
The Board of Trustees for the Firefighters' Retirement System is meeting to adopt the agenda, hear public comments, and receive two reports: the September 30, 2024 financial statements from CBIZ and the 2024 annual state report from the pension administrator. No votes on substantive matters are on the agenda.
- Review of September 30, 2024 financial statements by CBIZ
- Presentation of 2024 Annual State Report by the Pension Administrator
Site Plan Review and Appearance Board
The Site Plan Review and Appearance Board will hold a quasi-judicial hearing regarding a master sign program amendment. The board is considering additional signage for tenant spaces at Atlantic Crossing.
- Amendment of Master Sign Program for Atlantic Crossing (2025-148) at 601 East Atlantic and 40 NE 7th Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parking Management Advisory Board
The Parking Management Advisory Board will review two parking in-lieu requests for downtown Delray Beach projects and discuss downtown parking occupancy and revenue data from April 2025.
- Review parking in-lieu request for Delray Bungalows at 25-27 SE 3rd Avenue
- Review parking in-lieu request for Roka Hula at 270 East Atlantic Avenue
- Discuss downtown parking occupancy report for April 14 to May 11, 2025
- Review April revenue data for Downtown parking facilities
- Review occupancy report for Federspiel & OSSG parking facilities
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Development Services Management Group
The Development Services Management Group will discuss a request to reduce the front setback from 25 feet to 20 feet at 840 Denery Lane for redevelopment. They will also consider recommending approval of the 14th Annual Witches of Delray Beach Charity Bike Ride as an impact event to the City Commission. Consent agenda items include routine approvals for three non-impact events on July 4th and for Delray Rocks Football at Hilltopper Stadium.
- Setback reduction request for 840 Denery Lane: from 25 feet to 20 feet
- 14th Annual Witches of Delray Beach Charity Bike Ride on October 25, 2025, downtown route
- Boston's 4th of July Celebration non-impact event permit at 40 S. Ocean Blvd, July 4, 2025
- July 4th Celebration non-impact event permit at A1A, July 4, 2025
- Delray Rocks Football non-impact event permit at Hilltopper Stadium, August–October 2025
Board of Trustees for the Police Officers' Retirement System
The Board of Trustees for the Police Officers' Retirement System will meet to approve consent agenda items including minutes, warrants, and benefit ratifications. They will receive reports on financial statements, the annual state report, actuarial valuation, and investment performance, including a discussion on potential alternatives to BlackRock and an investment policy statement update.
- Warrant ratification (#281) and approval (#282) for police pension fund expenditures
- Ratification/approval of refunds, benefit enhancements, new retirement, DROP, vested, and death annuities
- Review of September 30, 2024 financial statements by Marcum LLP
- Presentation of October 1, 2024 actuarial valuation report by Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company
- Investment review including potential alternatives to BlackRock and investment policy statement update
Deferred Compensation Plans Committee
The Deferred Compensation Plans Committee will review a fiduciary investment report from NFP Retirement, Inc. The body is also considering a request for proposals for a recordkeeping service provider and a financial wellness education proposal.
- March 31, 2025 Fiduciary Investment Review by NFP Retirement, Inc.
- RFP for Recordkeeping Service Provider
- Financial Wellness Education Proposal
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting for a budget workshop to discuss initial preliminary budget worksheets. Discussions will cover the City Manager, City Clerk, Information Technology, Finance, and Communications departments.
- Review of 2026 Budget Worksheet Summary for City Manager
- Review of 2026 Budget Worksheet Summary for City Clerk
- Review of 2026 Budget Worksheet Summary for IT
- Review of 2026 Budget Worksheet Summary for Finance
- Review of 2026 Budget Worksheet Summary for Communications
The commission met for a budget workshop and heard presentations from the Communications, City Manager, Information Technology, City Clerk, and Finance departments. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded during the meeting. The commission noted a follow‑up workshop on June 10 and a formal budget presentation scheduled for July 2025.
City Commission
The City Commission will vote on consent agenda items including contracts for uniforms ($320,726), heavy equipment parts ($320,000), and debt collection ($67,500). They will also hear presentations on the current homelessness census count and proposed traffic improvements at Swinton and Atlantic Avenues.
- Award $212,371 contract to CORE Construction for Pompey Park Recreation Center CMAR services
- Approve $30,000 FDLE online sting operations grant amendment for police
- Consider road closure plan for Lakeview Drive drainage improvements
- Approve $320,726 uniform services contract with UniFirst Corporation
- Hear presentation on Swinton/Atlantic intersection pedestrian safety improvements
The Commission approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda unanimously. It also approved a limited‑access easement on NE 5th Terrace, a pressure‑cleaning services amendment, a Florida Department of Law Enforcement online sting grant amendment, and a traffic‑plan maintenance for Lakeview Drive. Several contracts were authorized, notably a $320,726 uniform contract with UniFirst and $320,000 agreements for heavy‑equipment parts with FleetPride and Sumig. Three proclamations were adopted.
- Approved agenda (all in favor)
- Approved consent agenda (all in favor)
- Approved limited‑access easement over NE 5th Terrace (approved)
- Approved amendment No. 1 to ITB 2023‑071 pressure‑cleaning services contract (approved)
- Approved FDLE FY 24/25 online sting operations grant amendment (approved)
- Approved maintenance of traffic/road‑closure plan for Lakeview Drive (approved)
- Approved Resolution No. 83‑25 to award UniFirst uniform contract – $320,726 (approved)
- Approved Resolutions No. 84‑25 and 85‑25 to award FleetPride and Sumig heavy‑equipment parts contracts – $320,000 total (approved)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will review the preliminary plat for the Southwest 4th and 7th Homes project and recommend certification of the final plat to the City Commission. It will also consider two waiver requests for American Social’s Level 1 Site Plan Modification and a recommendation on the Masonry Modern architectural style for The Link at 202 NE 6th Avenue. No other legislative items are on the agenda.
- Approve preliminary plat for Southwest 4th and 7th Homes (704 SW 4th St) and recommend final plat certification
- Recommend City Commission approve two waivers for American Social (220 NE 1st St) – curb zone reduction and awning setback increase
- Recommend City Commission adopt Masonry Modern architectural style for The Link (202 NE 6th Ave)
Board Of Trustees for the Firefighters' Retirement System
The Board of Trustees for the Firefighters' Retirement System will consider consent agenda items including warrant ratification (#289) and approval (#290), and benefit changes. Reports include a March 2025 fiduciary investment review, September 2024 financial statements, the 2024 annual state report, an October 2024 actuarial valuation, and an investment portfolio review through March 2025.
- Ratification of Warrant #289
- Approval of Warrant #290
- Ratify/approve refunds, benefit enhancements, retirements, DROP, and death annuities
- Review of September 30, 2024 financial statements by Marcum LLP
- 2024 Actuarial Valuation Report from Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company
General Employees Retirement Fund Committee
The General Employees Retirement Fund Committee will hear a fiduciary investment review as of March 31, 2025, from NFP Retirement, Inc., and an actuarial valuation report dated October 1, 2024, from Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company. Consent agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes, plan expense ratification, and new retirement/DROP annuities. The committee will also discuss an Investment Policy Statement update and a review of an Investment Consultant RFP.
- Fiduciary Investment Review – March 31, 2025 (NFP Retirement, Inc.)
- Actuarial Valuation Report – October 1, 2024 (Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company)
- Investment Policy Statement Update
- Investment Consultant RFP Review
- Ratification of Plan Expenses and Termination Refunds
Green Implementation Advancement Board
The Green Implementation Advancement Board will meet to approve minutes from February 2025 and discuss climate action plans, educational initiatives, and state legislative issues regarding green infrastructure and building.
- Approval of draft minutes from February 20, 2025
- Discussion of Climate Action Plan
- Review of Earth Month educational initiatives
- Legislative issues: Green Infrastructure (SB50, HB371)
- Legislative issues: Green Building Initiative (SB62, HB143)
Code Enforcement Board
The Code Enforcement Board will meet to conduct formal hearings. The agenda specifically lists the assessment of fines for noncompliance with board orders.
- Formal hearings regarding noncompliance of board orders and assessment of fines
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board will consider a recommendation to the City Commission for a historic property ad valorem tax exemption at 310 NE 1st Avenue. The board also has multiple quasi-judicial hearings, including certificates of appropriateness, a relocation with variances, an in-lieu of parking request, and a site plan modification. Additionally, the board will present its 2025 Historic Preservation Awards in honor of National Historic Preservation Month.
- Ad Valorem Tax Exemption recommendation for additions/alterations at 310 NE 1st Ave, Old School Square Historic District
- Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior modifications at 108 NW 4th Ave, West Settlers Historic District
- Certificate of Appropriateness, Relocation, and Variances for a one-story addition at 2 N. Dixie Blvd, Del-Ida Park Historic District
- In Lieu of Parking request for 20 spaces at 27 S. Swinton Ave (Swinton Social), Del-Ida Park Historic District
- Level 2 Site Plan Modification, Certificate of Appropriateness, and Waiver at 103 NW 5th Ave, West Settlers Historic District
City Commission
The City Commission holds a budget workshop to discuss preliminary 2026 budget worksheets for Parks & Recreation, Human Resources, and the City Attorney. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and public comment.
- Budget discussion for Parks & Recreation using initial preliminary worksheets
- Budget discussion for Human Resources using initial preliminary worksheets
- Budget discussion for City Attorney using initial preliminary worksheets
- Public comments period
The commission met to hear preliminary 2025‑2026 budget presentations from the City Attorney, Human Resources, and Parks & Recreation departments. No formal votes or approvals were recorded; the commissioners discussed the proposals and expressed gratitude to the presenters.
City Commission
The City Commission will vote on several consent agenda items, including a $60 million bond for stormwater system upgrades, a $40 million bond for golf course renovations, an amendment reducing workforce housing units at Atlantic Crossing, and approval of a license plate recognition camera program on private property. The meeting also includes presentations on mental health awareness and education goals.
- Resolution to declare intent for up to $60M in bonds for stormwater management improvements
- Resolution to declare intent for up to $40M in bonds for municipal golf course renovations
- Amendment to workforce housing covenant at Atlantic Crossing reducing total number of affordable units
- Approval of license plate recognition camera placement program on private properties
- Additional spending of $50,000 for stormwater pump repair services (revised total $110,000)
The City Commission approved a resolution to seek reimbursement for storm‑water projects up to $60 million and a separate $40 million reimbursement plan for municipal golf‑course improvements. It also approved the license‑plate‑reader camera program, a workforce‑housing covenant amendment that reduces unit counts, and several spending authorizations for fleet technology and storm‑water pumps. All items were adopted unanimously.
- Approved Consent Agenda (all were in favor)
- Approved Mental Health Awareness Month proclamation (approved)
- Approved Workforce Housing covenant amendment decreasing units (approved)
- Approved Resolution 86-25 authorizing grant award agreements (approved)
- Approved additional spending $10,948.60 for Samsara fleet‑management technologies (approved)
- Approved additional spending $50,000 for MWI storm‑water pump repairs (approved)
- Approved License Plate Recognition cameras program (all were in favor)
- Approved Resolution 89-25 to seek reimbursement for storm‑water projects up to $60 M (approved)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request for a property at 612 SE 3rd Avenue. The applicant is seeking to reduce the required rear setback for a new swimming pool from 10 feet to eight feet.
- Variance request for 612 SE 3rd Avenue to reduce rear setback to eight feet for a new swimming pool
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Delray Beach CRA Board will consider several consent agenda items including approving a $147,000 property purchase, an architectural services contract for $10,500, and a revised amendment with Ahrens Companies. New business items include a budget amendment for FY 2024-2025, an interlocal agreement for construction funding, and discussions on leasing CRA-owned properties on NW 5th Avenue and development of West Atlantic Avenue blocks.
- Resolution 2025-07: Approve purchase of 216 NW 8th Avenue for $147,000 from Frederick Tackey
- Approve architectural services agreement with Christopher Johnson Architecture, LLC for 182 NW 5th Avenue, not to exceed $10,500
- Budget Amendment No. 2 for FY 2024-2025 (Resolution 2025-08)
- First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement with City for funding construction/professional services within CRA District
- Discussion on leasing remaining tenant bays at 98 NW 5th Ave (Edmonds Baine Building) and 135 NW 5th Ave (West Settlers Building)
Code Enforcement Board
The board is meeting for a special magistrate hearing to address code enforcement violations. The agenda contains only procedural items (opening, minutes, changes, swearing in, violations) with no specific violations listed in the public agenda.
- Approval of meeting minutes
- Swearing in of witnesses
- Consideration of magistrate violations (details not specified in agenda)
Parking Management Advisory Board
The Parking Management Advisory Board will review two requests for parking in-lieu fees and discuss occupancy data for February and March 2025. The meeting will also include approval of draft minutes and a public comment period.
- Review in-lieu request for Swinton Social (27 S. Swinton Ave.)
- Review in-lieu request for 50 SE 4th Avenue
- Review occupancy data for February and March 2025
- Approval of draft minutes for February 25, 2025
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a workshop meeting to discuss permitted zoning uses and code enforcement, as well as emergency preparedness for elected officials. The meeting will also include a public comment period.
- Workshop on Subculture Coffee zoning and code enforcement
- Emergency preparedness training for elected officials
- Public comment session
The City Commission held a workshop to address zoning and code‑enforcement concerns for Subculture Coffee Shop. After staff reports and public comments, the commissioners agreed to bring the matter back to the regular commission meeting on May 20, 2025 for further discussion. No other actions or votes were recorded.
- Agree to bring Subculture Coffee Shop issue back for further discussion at regular meeting on May 20, 2025
City Commission
The Delray Beach City Commission is holding a special meeting on April 29, 2025, at 3:45 PM, called pursuant to Section 3.12 of the City Charter. The provided agenda text contains only procedural notices and no specific items for decision or discussion.
The City Commission voted to authorize an investigation of a whistleblower complaint filed by a City employee and to direct the City Attorney and outside counsel to negotiate any necessary agreements. The motion was made by Deputy Vice Mayor Burns, seconded by Commissioner Markert, and carried with four affirmative votes. Vice Mayor Long abstained from voting. The matter was declared confidential by the City Attorney.
- Authorized investigation of whistleblower complaint and directed City Attorney and outside counsel to negotiate terms (4-0)
Public Art Advisory Board
The Public Art Advisory Board will meet to elect officers and receive updates on utility box wrapping and the DDA. The board will consider the installation of existing murals at two locations within the Andre Design District.
- Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Second Vice Chairperson
- Utility Box Wrapping updates
- Consideration of 4 murals at 1880 Dr. Andre's Way (File Nos. 2025-141, 2025-016, 2025-017, 2025-020)
- Consideration of 3 murals at 1878 Dr. Andre's Way (File Nos. 2025-126, 2025-128, 2025-131)
Development Services Management Group
The Development Services Management Group will consider a request to reduce the minimum front setback from 30 feet to 25 feet for a property at 402 Palm Trail. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.
- Consideration to reduce front setback from 30 ft to 25 ft at 402 Palm Trail (PCN: 12-43-46-09-31-000-0260)
Board of Trustees for the Police Officers' Retirement System
The Board of Trustees for the Police Officers' Retirement System will hold a special meeting to discuss administrative items. The primary point of business is the approval for the Board's actuary to perform study work for the City.
- Approval for Board’s Actuary to do Study Work for City
City Commission
The City Commission will review a draft Climate Action Plan and give staff direction on next steps. They will also consider initiating a jurisdictional transfer of West Atlantic Avenue (SR 806) from FDOT to the city. Other business includes awarding contracts for medical supplies ($232,000), John Deere parts ($60,000), and Freightliner parts ($130,000), as well as approving a housing assistance plan and an FBI task force MOU.
- Review and direction on draft Climate Action Plan
- Initiate transfer of West Atlantic Avenue (SR 806) from FDOT to city control
- Award contract with Henry Schein Medical for medical supplies, equipment and pharmaceuticals – $232,000
- Approve Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) for FY2025-2028
- Convey unimproved parcel between SE 8th/9th Street and SE 4th/5th Avenue to 802 SE 5th Ave, LLC
The Commission gave the Mayor permission to send a letter to the Florida Department of Transportation to begin negotiations for transferring jurisdiction of West Atlantic Avenue (State Road 806). The agenda was approved as amended, and the Commission approved several consent‑agenda items, including a nuisance‑abatement lien, election canvassing authority, a parcel conveyance, an employment agreement, and a resolution honoring Alberto Angulo.
- Approved agenda as amended (all in favor)
- Approved Resolution 78-25 honoring Alberto Angulo (all in favor)
- Approved Resolution 72-25 nuisance‑abatement lien (approved)
- Approved Resolution 74-25 election canvassing authorization (approved)
- Approved Resolution 79-25 conveyance of parcel between SE 8th‑9th St and SE 5th Ave to 802 SE 5th Ave LLC (approved)
- Approved employment agreement with Elena Georgiev (approved)
- Authorized Mayor to send letter to FDOT to begin West Atlantic Avenue jurisdictional transfer (consensus)
- Approved City Commission meeting minutes (all in favor)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Commission
This is a workshop meeting of the Delray Beach City Commission to discuss preliminary FY 2026 budgets for Public Works, Development Services, and Utilities. The Finance Department has provided initial budget worksheets for review. Public comments will be heard. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only workshop.
- Budget discussion for Public Works - 2026 Budget Worksheet Summary
- Budget discussion for Water & Sewer - 2026 Budget Worksheet Summary
- Budget discussion for Development Services - 2026 Budget Worksheet Summary
- Public comments opportunity
The commission heard a report from the Development Services Director about moving Code Enforcement personnel costs to the Building Fund. The Public Works Director presented a proposed operating budget that includes a 27.4% revenue increase for the parking division and a 22.6% overall budget increase scenario. The Utilities Director gave a preliminary budget forecast showing personnel and capital fund increases. No formal actions or votes were taken; the city will receive a preliminary budget outlook after the June 10 meeting.
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will consider public comments and recommend infrastructure projects for the 2025-2029 Capital Improvements Plan. They will also hear quasi-judicial items including a major subdivision plat for Layton Pointe, a site plan conversion at 2312 Spanish Trail, and an architectural style recommendation for 109 SE 5th Avenue. Additionally, the board will deliberate a city-initiated ordinance to regulate retail tobacco and nicotine dealers.
- Public hearing on annual infrastructure improvement projects for 2025-2029 CIP
- Major Subdivision Plat for Layton Pointe, 9.34 acres at 3900 Sherwood Blvd
- Level 2 Site Plan for Tiffany Cottages, conversion of non-habitable structure to dwelling at 2312 Spanish Trail
- Recommendation on Contemporary Functionalism architectural style for 109 SE 5th Ave
- Ordinance to add retail tobacco and nicotine dealer regulations to Land Development Code
Green Implementation Advancement Board
The board will review the Climate Action Plan and educational initiatives for Earth Month. Members will also discuss several state legislative bills regarding green infrastructure, building initiatives, and clean waterways.
- Climate Action Plan
- Earth Month educational initiatives
- Green Infrastructure legislation (SB50, HB371)
- Green Building Initiative legislation (SB62, HB143)
- Clean Waterways Bill legislation (SB156, HB73)
Code Enforcement Board
The agenda consists mainly of routine procedural items: roll call, approval of minutes, and opening statements. The board will hear Magistrate Violation cases, address Old Business, and conduct Status Hearings. No specific case details, addresses, or dollar amounts are listed in the provided agenda.
- Magistrate Violation hearings (no details provided)
- Old Business review
- Status Hearing on existing cases
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting in a closed attorney-client session to discuss settlement negotiations in the lawsuit Alison Genco v. City of Delray Beach. No other business is scheduled; the agenda consists solely of this procedural item.
- Closed session under F.S. 286.011(8) for settlement negotiations
- Lawsuit: Alison Genco v. City of Delray Beach, Case No. 50-2023-CA-007528
The City Commission held a closed attorney‑client session to discuss settlement negotiations for Alison Genco v. City of Delray Beach. A motion to approve the settlement negotiations was made by Commissioner Juli Casale and seconded by Deputy Vice‑Mayor Angela Burns. All members present, including Vice Mayor Rob Long who approved via MS Teams, voted in favor. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved settlement negotiations in Alison Genco v. City of Delray Beach case (unanimous)
Code Enforcement Board
The Code Enforcement Board will meet to conduct formal hearings. The agenda includes the assessment of fines for noncompliance with board orders.
- Formal hearings on code violations
- Assessment of fines for noncompliance of board orders
Development Services Management Group
The Development Services Management Group is meeting to approve several non-impact event permits via consent agenda, including a Rotary run, beach volleyball, and two craft/art festivals. Under new business, the board will make recommendations to the City Commission for three impact events: Art & Jazz on the Avenue (July 23 & Sept 10, 2025), the 37th Annual Downtown Delray Beach Festival of the Arts (Jan 10-11, 2026), and the Muscle on the Beach Car Show (March 7, 2026). The board will also discuss an after-action report for the Bounce Block Party held March 15, 2025.
- Approval of non-impact event 'Rotary Run for the Roses' on May 3, 2025 at Old School Square
- Approval of non-impact event 'AVP League Beach Volleyball' on May 23-24 at Delray Beach Tennis Center
- Recommendation to City Commission for 'Art & Jazz on the Avenue 2025' on July 23 and Sept 10 on E. Atlantic Avenue and Pineapple Grove
- Recommendation for '37th Annual Downtown Delray Beach Festival of the Arts' on Jan 10-11, 2026 on W. Atlantic Ave.
- Recommendation for 'Muscle on the Beach Car Show' on March 7, 2026 on Old School Square and NE 2nd Ave.
City Commission
The City Commission will consider a resolution opposing state legislation (SB 954 and HB 1163) that would preempt local zoning of recovery residences. The consent agenda includes additional spending of $101,300 for the Fire Station No. 113 replacement project, settlement of a lawsuit involving an unimproved Davis Road right-of-way, and increased spending authority for food supplies at the Delray Beach Municipal Golf Club. Presentations cover a proposed pilot program to wrap utility boxes downtown and outreach programs for small businesses.
- Resolution opposing state bills (SB 954, HB 1163) preempting local regulation of recovery residences
- Additional $101,300 for owner's representative services for Fire Station No. 113 replacement (total $962,425)
- Settlement approval for Shoemaker v. City involving unimproved Davis Road right-of-way (quitclaim deed)
- Increased spending authority for golf club food supplies: Sysco (+$15,000 to $75,000) and Cheney Brothers (+$10,000 to $70,000)
- Presentation of Public Art Advisory Board recommendation to initiate a pilot program wrapping utility boxes downtown
The City Commission unanimously approved Resolution 76-25, which supports legislation requiring hands‑free phone use while driving. Several other items were also approved unanimously, including a nuisance‑abatement resolution, a settlement of the Shoemaker lawsuit, and agreements for a pedestrian clear zone and landscape maintenance at 142 and 152 SE 5th Avenue. The consent agenda and a utility‑box art pilot program were likewise approved.
- Approved Resolution 76-25 (hands‑free phone use while driving) – unanimous
- Approved Resolution 56-25 (nuisance abatement) – unanimous
- Approved Resolution 62-25 (Shoemaker settlement) – unanimous
- Approved settlement offer in the estate of Gary Russell Gerber – unanimous
- Approved easement agreement for pedestrian clear zone at 142 & 152 SE 5th Ave – unanimous
- Approved landscape maintenance agreement for 142 & 152 SE 5th Ave – unanimous
- Approved utility‑box art pilot program recommendation – unanimous
- Approved Consent Agenda – unanimous
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a workshop meeting to discuss preliminary budget worksheets for the FY25-26 Operating Budget. Discussions will focus on specific department allocations.
- Budget discussions for Fire Rescue
- Budget discussions for Police
- Budget discussions for Neighborhood & Community Services
The City Commission held a preliminary budget workshop and discussed departmental budget proposals. The Commission agreed to move the start time of future budget workshops to 3:30 p.m. and set new workshop dates for April 22, May 6, and May 20. No formal budget approvals or votes were recorded.
- Rescheduled budget workshops to 3:30 p.m. on April 22, May 6, and May 20 (consensus)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for April 3, 2025, was cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board will review three Certificate of Appropriateness requests: a roof material and color change at 125 S. Swinton Avenue in the Old School Square Historic District; a standing‑seam metal roof and exterior modifications at 200 NE 5th Court in the Del‑Ida Park Historic District; and construction of a new single‑family residence at 146 SE 7th Avenue in the Marina Historic District. The board will also present the 2025 Historic Preservation Board Awards.
- Certificate of Appropriateness (2025-142) for roof material/color change at 125 S. Swinton Avenue
- Certificate of Appropriateness (2025-049) for standing‑seam metal roof and exterior changes at 200 NE 5th Court
- Certificate of Appropriateness (2025-056) for new single‑family residence at 146 SE 7th Avenue
- Presentation of 2025 Historic Preservation Board Awards
City Commission
The Delray Beach City Commission convened a special meeting to request the selection of a candidate to fill the Internal Auditor position. Interviews have been completed and officials recommend proceeding with the selection. The agenda includes the recruitment brochure, job bulletin, recruitment plan, and candidate resumes for review.
- Selection of candidate for Internal Auditor position
- Review of Internal Auditor recruitment brochure
- Consideration of Internal Auditor job bulletin
- Examination of recruitment plan for Internal Auditor
- Evaluation of candidate resumes for Internal Auditor
The Commission interviewed two candidates for the internal auditor position and discussed their qualifications. A motion was made and seconded to select Elena Georgiev and to let Human Resources negotiate her salary within the existing range. All Commissioners voted in favor, and the meeting was adjourned.
- Selected Elena Georgiev as internal auditor (unanimous)
- Authorized Human Resources to negotiate salary within the provided range
City Commission
The Delray Beach City Commission will hold its annual organizational meeting to select officers for the upcoming year and adopt procedural rules. The agenda includes the appointment of Community Redevelopment Agency leadership and the approval of the 2025-2026 meeting calendar.
- Selection of Vice Mayor and Deputy Vice Mayor for 2025-2026
- Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair of the Community Redevelopment Agency
- Adoption of Local Rules of Procedure and Quasi-Judicial Rules
- Approval of 2025-2026 City Commission meeting dates
- Certification of final plat for Lake Ida Road Church of Christ
The commission approved the meeting agenda and adopted updated local rules of procedure and quasi‑judicial rules. A motion to select a Vice Mayor for the 2025‑2026 term failed, while a Deputy Vice Mayor was selected. The commission also appointed CRA leadership, designated a voting delegate, approved the proclamation list and the 2025‑2026 meeting calendar.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Motion to select Vice Mayor for 2025‑2026 failed (2‑3 vote)
- Selected Deputy Vice Mayor for 2025‑2026 (unanimous)
- Appointed Deputy Vice Mayor Burns as CRA Chair and Commissioner Markert as CRA Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
- Adopted revised local rules of procedure and quasi‑judicial rules (unanimous)
- Designated Deputy Vice Mayor Burns as voting delegate and Commissioner Markert as alternate to Palm Beach County League of Cities (unanimous)
- Approved 2025‑2026 proclamation list, adding Parental Alienation Awareness Day (unanimous)
- Approved 2025‑2026 commission meeting calendar (unanimous)
City Commission
This workshop meeting focuses on two discussion items: proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan's Education Element, including Goals, Objectives, Policies, and Data sections; and next-phase programming and coordinated planning for the Historic Carver High School/Delray Full Service Center campus. No votes or final decisions are scheduled—only discussion and direction.
- Discussion of Comprehensive Plan amendments in the Education Element's Goals, Objectives, and Policies section
- Review of Data, Inventory, and Analysis Section changes for the Education Element
- Discussion on next-phase programming and coordinated planning for the Historic Carver High School campus
- Attachments include an Education Policy Amendment Tracking Chart and a Historic Carver Proposed Campus Revitalization Plan
The commission discussed Phase II of the Historic Carver Revitalization Plan, which includes a technical center, a community clinic, and demolition of Building 2. After public comment, the commission reached consensus to allow demolition of Building 2. No other formal actions were recorded.
- Allowed demolition of Building 2 (consensus)
Deferred Compensation Plans Committee
The Deferred Compensation Plans Committee will discuss a proposed change to the zero revenue share target date lineup from NFP Retirement, Inc. This is the only substantive item on the special meeting agenda, alongside procedural items like call to order and public comments.
- Proposed Zero Revenue Share Target Date Lineup Change by NFP Retirement, Inc.
Public Art Advisory Board
The Public Art Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from February and consider the installation of 13 existing murals on Building 1878 at 1878 Dr. Andre's Way. The board will also review staff reports for the building's facades.
- Approval of PAAB Meeting Minutes from February 25, 2025
- Consideration of 13 existing murals at 1878 Dr. Andre's Way
- Review of 1878 Facade 1-8 staff reports
- DDA Updates presentation by Marusca Gatto
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Board will vote on a purchase agreement to buy a property at 235 SE 2nd Avenue for $2,105,000. It will also consider issuing an invitation to bid for roof and concrete floor repairs at the Arts Warehouse (313 NW 3rd Street) and terminating several leases at 700 West Atlantic Avenue. Additional items include amendments to service agreements, a paint‑up funding assistance for 153 NE 4th Avenue, and other routine reports.
- Issue Invitation to Bid for roof and concrete floor repairs at 313 NW 3rd Street (Arts Warehouse)
- Approve Purchase and Sale Agreement for property at 235 SE 2nd Avenue for $2,105,000
- Approve termination of leases at 700 West Atlantic Avenue for multiple tenants
- Approve fourth amendment to Landscape Maintenance Services Agreement with Sod Unlimited, Inc.
- Approve Paint‑Up & Signage Funding Assistance Agreement for 153 NE 4th Avenue, up to $481
Green Implementation Advancement Board
The Green Implementation Advancement Board will discuss updates to the Climate Action Plan, plan Earth Month educational initiatives, and review several state legislative bills related to green infrastructure (SB50/HB371), green building (SB62/HB143), and clean waterways (SB156/HB73). A City Arborist Memo is also on the agenda for new business.
- Climate Action Plan update (Old Business)
- Earth Month educational initiatives (Old Business)
- Green Infrastructure Bill SB50 / HB371 (Legislative Issues)
- Green Building Initiative SB62 / HB143 (Legislative Issues)
- Clean Waterways Bill SB156 / HB73 (Legislative Issues)
Code Enforcement Board
The Code Enforcement Board will hold a special magistrate hearing on March 20, 2025, to consider code violations. The agenda includes only procedural items and a general section for magistrate violations with attachments, but no specific cases are listed.
- No specific violation cases or properties are identified in the agenda text.
City Commission
The City Commission convened a budget workshop to begin the FY 2025‑2026 budget process. City Manager Terrence Moore will present an overview of budget practices, followed by CFO Henry Dachowitz on the department’s budgeting approach. The Director of Public Works will discuss the Capital Improvement Program, and Fire Rescue Chief Ronald Martin will address the 24/72 work‑shift implementation. Commissioners will have an opportunity to provide input and guidance.
- Overview of FY 2025‑2026 budget practices – presentation by City Manager Terrence R. Moore
- Budget process priorities – presentation by CFO Henry Dachowitz
- Capital Improvement Program administration – presentation by Director of Public Works Missie Barletto
- Implementation of Fire Rescue 24/72 workshift – presentation by Fire Rescue Chief Ronald Martin
- Public comment period for resident input
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will consider recommendations for several property replats and a rezoning request. The board is also reviewing a site plan for a new multi-family residential building.
- Rezoning request for 1660 South Congress Avenue from Professional Office District to General Commercial
- Level 3 Site Plan for a four-story, 8-unit multi-family development at 102 SE 5th Avenue
- Final Plat recommendation for a townhouse development at 1201 George Bush Blvd
- Major Subdivision Plat recommendation for five fee-simple lots at 142 and 152 SE 5th Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Development Services Management Group
The Development Services Management Group will consider approving permits for three upcoming community events: the Delray Community Celebration, the 27th Downtown Memorial Day Weekend Craft Festival, and the iThink Walk/Run. The group will also review a request to reduce the right-of-way width for an alley adjacent to 424 Palm Trail.
- Approval of 'Resurrection on the Lawn' at Old School Square Amphitheater (April 20, 2025)
- Approval of 'iThink Walk/Run' at NW 17th Ave (April 26, 2025)
- Approval of '27th Downtown Memorial Day Weekend Craft Festival' on NE 4th Avenue (May 24-25, 2025)
- Consideration of 'Delray Community Celebration' at Pompey Park (March 18, 2025)
- Recommendation to reduce 2' right-of-way width for alley adjacent to 424 Palm Trail
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will hold discussions on the LDR Neighborhood Review, a Development Services Update, and the Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP). Public comments will be accepted. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is primarily a discussion session.
- Discussion: LDR Neighborhood Review
- Development Services Update
- LHAP Discussion
- Approval of minutes from December 12, 2024
- Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items
Code Enforcement Board
The Code Enforcement Board is meeting for a regular session including roll call, approval of minutes, and formal hearings. The agenda lists several formal hearings and noncompliance of board order and assessment of fine items, but no specific property or violation details are provided in the agenda text.
- Formal hearings (multiple items, no details provided)
- Noncompliance of board order and assessment of fine (multiple items, no details provided)
City Commission
The Delray Beach City Commission will receive presentations on water treatment plant project guidance, a code enforcement division analysis, and a finance department review. The consent agenda includes nuisance abatement liens, approval of the 4th Annual Concours d'Elegance event, an interlocal agreement to redetermine the 6¢ local option fuel tax distribution formula, and a bid to host the 2025 Davis Cup qualifying tie. A key action item is a resolution supporting the Countywide Transportation Master Plan and its technical advisory committee.
- Resolution supporting Countywide Transportation Master Plan (CTMP) and forming a technical advisory committee
- Approval to submit a bid for the 2025 Davis Cup Qualifying Tie in September
- Interlocal agreement to redetermine and re-adopt distribution formula for the 6¢ local option fuel tax
- Resolution approving the 4th Annual Delray Beach Concours d'Elegance at Old School Square on April 27, 2025
- Agreement with Palm Beach County Sheriff for access to PALMS/FCIC law enforcement data system
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three variance requests involving reduced setbacks. Two are for residential redevelopment: a two-story duplex at 230 NE 7th Avenue and additions to a house at 1220 Crestwood Drive. The third requests a smaller rear setback for a swimming pool at 612 SE 3rd Avenue. The board will also approve draft minutes from prior meetings.
- 230 NE 7th Avenue: variance to reduce north and south side-interior setbacks to 9'1" (required 15') for a two-story duplex
- 1220 Crestwood Drive: variances to reduce front setback to 20' (required 35') and both side setbacks to about 10' (required 12') for home additions
- 612 SE 3rd Avenue: variance to reduce rear setback to 8' (required 10') for a new swimming pool
- Approval of draft minutes from June 6, July 18, and November 7, 2024, meetings
- Public comments on non-agenda items allowed (3-minute limit)
Code Enforcement Board
The Code Enforcement Board is meeting for a workshop. The agenda contains only procedural items.
Code Enforcement Board
This special magistrate meeting will hear multiple code violation cases and consider noncompliance of previous board orders, including potential assessment of fines. The agenda lists several magistrate violation items and noncompliance/fine assessment items, but no specific addresses or amounts are provided in the agenda text.
- Magistrate Violation cases (multiple, unspecified)
- Noncompliance of Board Order and Assessment of Fine cases (multiple, unspecified)
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings on three Certificate of Appropriateness requests for properties in historic districts, including an addition at 202 NE 5th Terrace, renovation and demolition at 333 N. Swinton Avenue, and relocation and addition at 46 Marine Way.
- Certificate of Appropriateness (2024-225) for addition and alterations at 202 NE 5th Terrace, Del-Ida Park Historic District
- Certificate of Appropriateness (2023-102) for renovation, demolition, and variance at 333 N. Swinton Avenue, Old School Square Historic District
- Certificate of Appropriateness (2024-133) for relocation, variances, waivers, and addition at 46 Marine Way, Marina Historic District
Deferred Compensation Plans Committee
The Deferred Compensation Plans Committee will hear public and member comments and review the Zero Revenue Share Investment Lineup report prepared by NFP Retirement, Inc. No decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Public comments from residents and committee members
- Review of Zero Revenue Share Investment Lineup report – NFP Retirement, Inc.
Board of Trustees for the Police Officers' Retirement System
The Board of Trustees for the Police Officers' Retirement System will hold a regular meeting to handle consent-agenda items including meeting minutes, warrants, and benefit approvals. Reports from Mariner Institutional on investment performance, a legal update, and a pension administrator report are also scheduled. No major policy changes or public hearings are on the agenda.
- Approval of December 10, 2024 regular meeting minutes
- Ratification of Warrant #279
- Approval of Warrant #280
- Ratification/approval of refunds, benefit enhancements, new retirement, DROP, vested, and death annuities
- Quarter-end portfolio performance review (December 31, 2024) and flash report for January 2025
Community Redevelopment Agency
The Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Board will vote on several development contracts, including a $10,000 purchase agreement with Habitat for Humanity for a property at 260 NW 9th Avenue to build affordable/workforce housing. The Board will also ratify a second amendment to a purchase agreement with Lake Ida Church of Christ for land at 1300 Lake Ida Road, and approve amendments and consulting agreements for commercial projects at 95 SW 5th Avenue. Additional items include an architectural services contract up to $12,580 for the West Atlantic Avenue redevelopment and authorizing a bid invitation for exterior work at 102 NW 5th Avenue. Staff reports are presented for information only.
- Approve purchase and sale agreement with Habitat for Humanity for $10,000 at 260 NW 9th Avenue (affordable/workforce housing)
- Ratify second amendment to purchase agreement with Lake Ida Church of Christ for portion of property at 1300 Lake Ida Road
- Approve Ninth Amendment to agreement with Ahrens Companies for commercial building at 95 SW 5th Avenue
- Approve work assignment with CPZ Architects, Inc. up to $12,580 for architectural services on the NW 800 block of West Atlantic Avenue redevelopment
- Authorize issuance of Invitation to Bid for exterior improvements at CRA‑owned building 102 NW 5th Avenue
Public Art Advisory Board
The Public Art Advisory Board will review the installation of existing and proposed murals at a specific property. The meeting includes updates from the Downtown Development Authority regarding the Andre Design District Murals.
- Consideration of 9 existing murals on Building 1880 at 1880 Dr. Andre's Way (File Nos. 2025-015 through 2025-023)
- Consideration of 1 proposed mural on Building 1880 at 1880 Dr. Andre's Way (File No. 2025-051)
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a special closed attorney/client session to discuss potential settlement negotiations and litigation strategy in the case of Chad Shoemaker and May Shoemaker vs. City of Delray Beach (Case No. 50-2023-CA-000910-XXXX-MB). No other business is on the agenda.
- Closed session pursuant to F.S. 286.011(8) for the Shoemaker lawsuit
- Case No. 50-2023-CA-000910-XXXX-MB
- Potential settlement negotiations/litigation strategy discussion
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a special closed meeting under Florida law to discuss potential settlement negotiations and litigation strategy in the case Nellie L. King vs. City of Delray Beach. No public action is expected.
- Closed attorney/client session re: Nellie L. King, Law Offices of Nellie L. King, P.A. vs. City of Delray Beach, Case No. 50-2019-CA-011150XXXX-MB-AA
Parking Management Advisory Board
The Parking Management Advisory Board will elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and 2nd Vice Chair, then discuss a valet parking proposal for Delray Beach Market. The board will also review parking occupancy data for December 2024 and January 2025, and approve draft minutes from four prior meetings.
- Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and 2nd Vice Chair
- Discussion of valet parking at Delray Beach Market, with attached site plan, floor plans, waiver justification, and TPS approval letter
- Review of parking garage data for December 2024 and occupancy data through January 27, 2025
- Approval of draft minutes from January, February, April, and May 2024 meetings
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings and provide recommendations to the City Commission on several items, including a comprehensive plan text amendment to allow commerce land use south of Atlantic Avenue, an ordinance to prohibit adult entertainment establishments in that area, and a land use map amendment and rezoning for the Delray Commerce Centre. They will also consider a conditional use for a veterinary clinic, a dental office expansion, and initiate the annual infrastructure improvement hearing.
- Spodak Dental Expansion: 2,668 sq ft addition at 3911 W Atlantic Avenue
- Chewy Vet Care Conditional Use: 3,685 sq ft clinic at 1911 South Federal Highway, Units 200, 202, 204
- Delray Commerce Centre: Land Use Map Amendment and Rezoning for 4.27 acres at 955 and 975 South Congress Avenue
- Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment to allow Commerce land use south of Atlantic Avenue
- Amendment to prohibit Adult Entertainment Establishments south of Atlantic Avenue
Board Of Trustees for the Firefighters' Retirement System
The Board of Trustees for the Firefighters' Retirement System will meet to review investment performance and fiduciary reports. The board will also consider the ratification and approval of warrants.
- Warrant Ratification (#287)
- Warrant Approval (#288)
- December 31, 2024 Fiduciary Investment Review by NFP Retirement, Inc.
- Portfolio Performance Review for quarter ending December 31, 2024 by AndCo Consulting
- January 2024 Flash Report by AndCo Consulting
Code Enforcement Board
The Code Enforcement Board is meeting to conduct status hearings and address magistrate violations. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and specific case reviews.
- Status Hearing
- Magistrate Violation hearings
Green Implementation Advancement Board
The Green Implementation Advancement Board is meeting to discuss the Climate Action Plan and related workgroups. The board will also review educational initiatives and specific state legislative issues.
- Climate Action Plan and workgroups
- GIAB Annual Report to Commission
- Earth Month initiatives
- Legislative issues regarding Green Infrastructure (SB50, HB371)
- Legislative issues regarding Green Building Initiative (SB62)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
General Employees Retirement Fund Committee
The General Employees Retirement Fund Committee will consider several consent agenda items, including ratifying plan expenses and termination refunds, approving new retirement, DROP, vested and death annuities, and adopting fiduciary liability insurance for 2025‑26. The committee will also select a vice‑chair and review investment performance and policy. Additional discussion will cover the investment consultant and custodian. Public comments and reports from legal and pension administrators will also be heard.
- Select Retirement Committee Vice‑Chair
- Ratify plan expenses and termination refunds
- Approve new retirement/DROP/vested/death annuities
- Adopt fiduciary liability insurance for 2025‑26
- Review investment consultant and custodian
City Commission
The Delray Beach City Commission will vote on a collective bargaining agreement with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) covering 2024-2027. Other major items include approval of a proposed settlement in a lawsuit, a $3 million contract for financial and HR software, and several large contracts for HVAC services, police motorcycles, and soil assessment. The meeting also includes presentations on downtown branding and reef restoration.
- Approval of SEIU collective bargaining agreement for 2024-2027
- Proposed settlement in Alison Genco v. City of Delray Beach
- Approval of $3,001,029 contract with Tyler Technologies for financial and HR software
- Approval of $2,300,000 contract for HVAC services with A-Excellent Service, Inc.
- Resolution urging state legislature for public records exemption for municipal clerks and code enforcement
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a workshop meeting. The agenda includes a review of Robert's Rules of Order and a period for public comments. No specific policy decisions or contracts are scheduled.
- Review of Robert's Rules of Order
- Public comments period
Code Enforcement Board
The Code Enforcement Board will hold formal hearings on alleged violations and consider noncompliance orders with potential fines. The agenda includes multiple cases, but no specific details are provided in the public agenda.
- Formal hearings on code enforcement cases (multiple items)
- Noncompliance of board orders and assessment of fines (multiple items)
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a workshop to receive staff presentations on two historic resource surveys. The body will provide direction regarding potential historic designation for the municipal cemetery and next steps for Atlantic Avenue.
- Delray Beach Memorial Gardens Municipal Cemetery Historic Resource Survey presentation
- Atlantic Avenue Historic Resource Survey presentation
Police Advisory Board
The Delray Beach Police Advisory Board will approve minutes from August and October 2024, receive a Chief of Police update, and discuss county vs. city crime statistics. Public comments and member comments are also on the agenda.
- Approval of August 12, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approval of October 28, 2024 workshop meeting minutes
- Chief of Police update on department activities
- Discussion of county vs. city crime statistics
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding two variance requests from Land Development Regulations. These requests seek to reduce required setbacks for a home addition and a duplex redevelopment.
- 1220 Crestwood Drive: Request to reduce west side-interior setback to 10.10’, east side-interior to 10.20’, and front setback to 28 feet
- 230 NE 7th Avenue: Request to reduce north and south side-interior setbacks to nine feet, one inch for a two-story duplex
Deferred Compensation Plans Committee
The committee will elect its 2025 officers and establish the quarterly meeting schedule. Members will also discuss MissionSquare and the selection of investment funds.
- Election of 2025 officers
- Discussion regarding MissionSquare
- Discussion on Investment Fund Selection
- Review of the December 31, 2024 Fiduciary Investment Review by NFP Retirement, Inc.
- Approval of June 5 and September 10, 2024 meeting minutes
Code Enforcement Board
This is a procedural meeting of the Delray Beach Code Enforcement Board, primarily focused on hearing magistrate violations. The agenda includes only standard items: approval of minutes, agenda changes, swearing in witnesses, and violation cases. No specific violations or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda text.
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings on two items. First, they will recommend to the City Commission a historic property ad valorem tax exemption for additions and alterations at 300 SE 7th Avenue in the Marina Historic District. Second, they will consider an after-the-fact certificate of appropriateness and amendment to the master sign program for a wall sign at 10 SE 1st Avenue in the Old School Square Historic District.
- Recommendation for historic property ad valorem tax exemption at 300 SE 7th Avenue for additions and alterations (Owner: Lisa Ruth & Robert Kubin).
- After-the-fact certificate of appropriateness and amendment to master sign program for a wall sign at 10 SE 1st Avenue (Owner: Jetport LLC; Applicant: Delray Orthodontics).
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The commission will consider discontinuing the addition of fluoride to the public water system. They will also vote on several contracts, including a $905,000 sponsorship for the Delray Beach Open and a $5.99 million contract for bicycle and pedestrian improvements on Old Germantown Road. Other items include a lighting upgrade at Miller Park and an appeal of a similarity-of-use determination for a gunite yard.
- Decision on discontinuing fluoride in water supply
- Interlocal agreement for $905,000 co-title sponsorship of 2025 Delray Beach Open
- Award of $5,990,000 contract for Old Germantown Road bicycle & pedestrian improvements
- Additional $387,746 for sports lighting at Miller Park (total $1,311,807)
- Appeal of Planning and Zoning Board's similarity-of-use determination for a gunite yard at 251 NW 18th Ave
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Community Redevelopment Agency
The CRA Board will consider a consent agenda including approval of a $905,000 interlocal agreement for the 2025 Delray Beach Open Tennis Tournament, sale of four properties at 250 & 256 NW 8th Avenue to a community land trust for affordable housing, and several maintenance contracts. New business includes an update on CRA-owned lots for affordable housing and a proposal to cancel and reissue a design-build RFQ for the NW 800 block of West Atlantic Avenue. The board will also consider mutually terminating a lease with Jerk & Lime at Nicole’s House, LLC at 182 NW 5th Avenue.
- Approve $905,000 interlocal agreement for 2025 Delray Beach Open Tennis Tournament
- Approve sale of four properties at 250 & 256 NW 8th Avenue to Delray Beach Community Land Trust for $20,000 for affordable/workforce housing
- Approve $54,697.50 landscaping contract with Sunflower Landscaping for properties at 182 & 186 NW 5th Avenue
- Approve $7,810 work assignment for architectural services at 20 N. Swinton Avenue
- Consider mutual termination of lease with Jerk & Lime at Nicole’s House, LLC at 182 NW 5th Avenue
Public Art Advisory Board
The Public Art Advisory Board will consider approving the installation of 13 existing murals at 1878 Dr. Andre's Way (the Andre Design District) and discuss the Utility Box Pilot Program. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.
- Consideration of 13 murals at 1878 Dr. Andre's Way (Andre Design District Murals) under File Nos. 2024-206 through 2024-220
- Discussion of Utility Box Pilot Program (old business)
- Approval of minutes from November 26, 2024 meeting
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings and provide recommendations to the City Commission on two quasi-judicial items: a conditional use for a children's indoor playground at 14406 South Military Trail, and a Level 4 site plan for a warehouse and office at 905 SW 14th Avenue including one variance and three waivers. The board will also consider two city-initiated amendments to the Land Development Regulations regarding overhead doors and structures in setbacks.
- Conditional Use request for Candy Wonderland: a 2,423 sq ft children's indoor playground at 14406 South Military Trail
- Delray Business Incubator site plan: 20,216 sq ft warehouse and office at 905 SW 14th Avenue, with variance to 25% non-vehicular open space and waivers for bay size, overhead doors, and perimeter landscape strip
- Amendment to LDR Section 4.4.19, 4.4.20, 4.4.26 to regulate overhead doors (Ordinance No. 09-25)
- Amendment to LDR Section 4.3.4(H) and 4.6.15(G) to clarify regulations on building elements and site improvements allowed in setbacks (Ordinance No. 10-25)
Code Enforcement Board
The Code Enforcement Board will hold formal hearings on code enforcement cases, consider noncompliance of board orders and assessment of fines, and address old business. The agenda does not specify individual properties or amounts, making it predominantly procedural.
- Formal hearings on code violations
- Noncompliance of board orders and fine assessments
- Old business review
- Board elections
Site Plan Review and Appearance Board
The Site Plan Review and Appearance Board will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on a Level 2 Site Plan to construct a 5,597-square-foot warehouse and office building at 1215 Milfred Industrial. The application includes architectural elevations, a landscape plan, and a request for a parking reduction. No other business items are on the agenda.
- Quasi-judicial hearing for Milfred Industrial (2023-206): Level 2 Site Plan for a 5,597 sq ft warehouse and office building with parking reduction request at 1215 Milfred Industrial.
City Commission
The City Commission will hear a first reading of Ordinance 03-25, which would add new regulations for private parking lots and garages to the Land Development Regulations. The Commission will also receive a presentation on the Live Local Act and a project at 2101 South Congress Avenue, consider a budget amendment for FY 2024-25, and discuss a potential waiver of up to $2,000 for non-profit special event fees. Consent items include traffic enforcement agreements with three entities and approval of road closure plans for N. Swinton Avenue.
- Presentation on the Live Local Act and a project at 2101 South Congress Avenue
- First reading of Ordinance 03-25 to add private parking lot regulations
- Proposed waiver of up to $2,000 for non-profit special event fees for Delray Beach-based organizations
- Approval to apply for a Florida Division of Emergency Management Watershed Planning Program Grant for stormwater master plan
- Budget amendment Resolution 12-25 for Fiscal Year 2024-25
Code Enforcement Board
The Code Enforcement Board will meet for a Special Magistrate Hearing. The agenda consists of status hearings regarding magistrate violations.
- Status hearings for magistrate violations
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request to construct a swimming pool within the front setback at 412 SE 4th Avenue, seeking a 15-foot setback instead of the required 25 feet. The board will also consider approval of draft minutes from four prior meetings and take public comments on non-agenda items.
- Public hearing on variance request (File #2025-071) for a swimming pool at 412 SE 4th Avenue to reduce front setback from 25 ft to 15 ft
- Approval of draft minutes from January 18, 2024, February 1, 2024, March 7, 2024, and April 4, 2024 meetings
- Public comments on items not on the agenda (limited to 3 minutes per speaker)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Green Implementation Advancement Board
The Green Implementation Advancement Board will review its Climate Action Plan, educational initiatives via an EP3 Memo, and legislative issues. New business includes discussions on green infrastructure, climate action plan workgroups, a comparison of drone shows versus fireworks, and the annual report to the commission. Public comments will be heard on agenda and non-agenda items.
- Climate Action Plan review
- EP3 Memo on educational initiatives
- Green Infrastructure discussion
- Drone Show VS Fireworks comparison
- Annual Report to Commission
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings regarding certificates of appropriateness for three properties. The board will also review a historic resource survey for the Delray Beach Memorial Gardens Municipal Cemetery.
- After-the-fact wall sign and Master Sign Program amendment at 10 SE 1st Avenue
- After-the-fact window installation at 310 NE 1st Avenue
- Two-story rear addition to a residence at 236 N. Dixie Boulevard
- Review of the Delray Beach Memorial Gardens Municipal Cemetery Historic Resource Survey
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a workshop to consider how to form and administer its grant policy. Commissioners will review guidance for using Caron Foundation resources and explore collaborative opportunities with Palm Health. The meeting will also include a public comment period.
- Consideration of grant policy formation and administration
- Guidance and direction concerning Caron Foundation resources
- Collaborative opportunities involving Palm Health
- Public comments
City Commission
This is a special meeting of the Delray Beach City Commission convened solely for a closed attorney/client session under Florida law. Commissioners will discuss potential settlement negotiations and litigation strategy in the case Chad Shoemaker, May Shoemaker vs. City of Delray Beach. No other public business is scheduled.
- Closed attorney/client session re: Shoemaker vs. City of Delray Beach, Case No. 50-2023-CA-000910-XXXX-MB
Development Services Management Group
The Development Services Management Group is meeting to review special event permits. The board will consider a non-impact event at Pompey Park and provide a recommendation to the City Commission regarding impact events in downtown Delray Beach.
- Approval of 'Lion Order Gold Health and Wealth Symposium' on February 8, 2025 at Pompey Park
- Recommendation for 'Art & Jazz on the Avenue 2025' events on Jan 22, Feb 26, July 23, and Oct 22
City Commission
The City Commission holds a public hearing and second reading of ordinances to authorize speed detection systems in school zones and to correct scrivener's errors in workforce housing zoning regulations. The consent agenda includes resolutions for the 63rd Annual Delray Affair, a $3.8 million lease-purchase reimbursement for fleet vehicles, and several contract awards for park equipment and lighting. Presentations cover the upcoming legislative session, a new parking app feature, energy savings performance contracting, and fluoridation policy.
- Public hearing on Ordinance No. 37-24 to adopt school zone speed detection systems (second reading)
- Resolution approving 63rd Annual Delray Affair (April 4-6) with closures of Atlantic Ave and Swinton Ave
- Resolution declaring intent to reimburse Central Garage Fund up to $3,826,244 for fleet vehicle lease-purchase
- Approval of $347,671.50 agreement with Playmore West for park and playground equipment
- Approval of $164,000 sole source agreement with Sesco Lighting for decorative light poles