Greenacres public meetings in 2021
38 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals
The Planning Commission is considering three City-initiated text amendments. These include changes to sidewalk and right-of-way widths, new retail uses for the South Jog Road office district, and the creation of an Art in Public Places Program.
- Increase sidewalk width requirements from four to five feet
- Increase local roadway right-of-way width from 40 to 42 feet
- Add community retail and food service uses to the South Jog Road office district
- Establish an Art in Public Places Program
City Council
The Greenacres City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a major rezoning of about 33 acres at the northwest corner of South Haverhill Road and Nash Trail, and a related future land use map change. They will also vote on a series of consent agenda resolutions for contracts and agreements, and hold public hearings on ordinances to create a new Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals and update zoning procedures.
- Rezoning of 14 parcels (~33 acres) from county AR/RE to city RM-2 and RH (Ordinance 2021-06)
- Future land use map change for same parcels to RS-MD and RS-HD (Ordinance 2021-05)
- Resolution 2021-58: Solid Waste Authority grant for Municipal Complex landscape enhancements
- Resolution 2021-59: Contract with Xtreme Pavers for paver pathway at City Hall
- Resolution 2021-57: Amending land development application review fees
The City Council approved multiple ordinances on first and second readings, including a land use change and zoning shift for 33.059 acres near South Haverhill Road and Nash Trail. The council also established the Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals, updated land development fee schedules, and approved several consent agenda items and board appointments.
- Approved the consent agenda including minutes, landscape grants, paver pathway construction, ambulance data survey agreement, decorative stone installation, sewer installation contract amendments, building inspection services, and a Florida memorandum of understanding (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-57 updating land development application review fees (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-16 creating the Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals on second reading (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-05 changing future land use for 33.059 acres at South Haverhill Road and Nash Trail on first reading (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-06 changing zoning for 33.059 acres near South Haverhill Road and Nash Trail on first reading (4-1, Nay: Dugo)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-19 renaming Land Development Staff to Development Review Committee on first reading (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-20 revising site plan and special exception amendments categories on first reading (5-0)
- Approved appointment of Ms. Eliana Girard to the Scholarship Committee for a three-year term (4-1, Nay: Bousquet)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals
The Greenacres Planning Commission will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing on the Blossom Trail (formerly Nash Trail) site, considering a zoning change from Palm Beach County Agricultural Residential and Residential Estate to city Residential Medium-2 and Residential High Density, plus a special exception for a Planned Unit Development with zero-lot-line homes. The regular agenda also includes site plan approval for 230 single-family units at the northwest corner of S. Haverhill Road and Nash Trail. The meeting is otherwise procedural, covering minutes and agenda approval.
- ZC-20-04: Rezone Blossom Trail from Palm Beach County AR/RE to city RM-2 and RH
- SE/PUD-20-03: Special exception for Planned Unit Development and Zero Lot Line development
- SP-20-03: Site plan for 230 single-family homes (76 zero-lot-line, 154 cluster) at S. Haverhill Road and Nash Trail
- Minutes approval for Jan 20, Feb 17, and Oct 20, 2021 meetings
Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals
The Greenacres Planning Commission will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing on a request to rezone the Blossom Trail (formerly Nash Trail) site from Palm Beach County Agricultural Residential (AR) and Residential Estate (RE) to City Residential Medium-2 (RM-2) and Residential High Density (RH), and to grant a special exception for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) with zero-lot-line homes. The board will also consider a site and development plan for 230 single-family dwelling units (76 zero-lot-line and 154 cluster units) at the northwest corner of S. Haverhill Road and Nash Trail. The agenda includes approval of minutes from three prior meetings and other routine items.
- Rezoning of Blossom Trail (fka Nash Trail) from Palm Beach County AR and RE to City RM-2 and RH
- Special exception for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) and Zero Lot Line (ZLL) development
- Site and development plan for 230 single-family homes (76 ZLL, 154 cluster) at S. Haverhill Road and Nash Trail
- Approval of minutes from January 20, February 17, and October 20, 2021 meetings
Special Magistrate Hearing
The City of Greenacres Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on November 17, 2021, to address 14 code enforcement cases involving properties with unpermitted construction, property maintenance violations, and parking issues. The magistrate will consider each case and may issue orders for compliance.
- Case 10-20-8012: Addition without permit at 4582 Centurian Cir
- Case 10-21-8729: Solar panels without permit at 5600 S 36th St
- Case 10-21-8755: Property maintenance, house ID, open storage, inoperable vehicle at 401 Fleming Ave
- Case 12-20-8160: Trees cut without permit at Joggers Run POA/Sea Breeze-Maplewood Dr
- Case 9-21-8641: Trees cut and remodel without permits at 4615 Melaleuca Lane
Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals
The Greenacres Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two city-initiated zoning text amendments. One renames the Land Development Staff as the Development Review Committee and clarifies its duties; the other replaces Class I, II, and III site plan and special exception amendments with major and minor categories. No minutes are scheduled for approval.
- Public hearing on ZTA-21-03: rename Land Development Staff to Development Review Committee and update duties
- Public hearing on ZTA-21-04: replace Class I, II, III site plan and special exception amendments with major and minor amendments
Special Magistrate Hearing
The City of Greenacres Special Magistrate will hear 14 code enforcement cases involving unpermitted construction, property maintenance, and parking violations. The hearing is scheduled for November 17, 2021, at 3:00 PM at City Hall Council Chambers, 5800 Melaleuca Lane. The magistrate will consider each case and may issue orders for compliance.
- Case 10-20-8012: Addition without permit at 4582 Centurian Cir
- Case 10-21-8729: Solar panels without permit at 5600 S 36th St
- Case 10-21-8755: Property maintenance, house ID, open storage, inoperable vehicle at 401 Fleming Ave
- Case 10-21-8781: Wood structure without permit, parking on grass, open storage at 3473 Chickasaw Cir
- Case 12-20-8160: Trees cut without permit at Joggers Run POA/Sea Breeze-Maplewood Dr
Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals
The Greenacres Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two city-initiated zoning text amendments. One renames the Land Development Staff as the Development Review Committee and clarifies its duties; the other replaces Class I, II, and III site plan and special exception amendments with major and minor categories. No minutes are scheduled for approval.
- Public hearing on ZTA-21-03: rename Land Development Staff to Development Review Committee and update duties
- Public hearing on ZTA-21-04: replace Class I, II, III site plan and special exception amendments with major/minor categories
- Meeting at City Hall Council Chambers, 5800 Melaleuca Lane, 6:00 PM
City Council
The Greenacres City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances on first reading, including changes to the comprehensive plan and creation of a new Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals. The council will also vote on consent agenda items such as a firefighter union agreement, software upgrades, and telecommunications lease amendments.
- Resolution 2021-52: Ratify side agreement with Professional Firefighters/Paramedics Local 2928 (Nov 2021–Sep 2023)
- Resolution 2021-53: Approve Tyler Technologies software upgrade for Code Enforcement and Community Development
- Resolution 2021-54/55: Amend telecommunications leases with RG Towers at City Hall Complex and Ira Van Bullock Park
- Ordinance 2021-16: Create Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals, replace Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Adjustments
- Ordinance 2021-15: Update Five Year Capital Improvements Plan in Comprehensive Plan
The City Council approved several first readings of ordinances to update the Comprehensive Plan and restructure zoning boards. The Council also ratified a firefighters' side agreement and approved software and lease agreements via the consent agenda.
- Approved Ordinance 2021-16 on First Reading to create a Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals
- Approved Ordinance 2021-14 on First Reading to adopt a Property Rights Element in the Comprehensive Plan
- Approved Ordinance 2021-15 on First Reading to update the Five Year Capital Improvements Plan
- Approved Ordinance 2021-17 on First Reading to update the 10 year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan
- Ratified Side Agreement with Professional Firefighters/Paramedics of Palm Beach County, Local 2928 (Resolution 2021-52)
- Approved Tyler Technologies software upgrade for Code Enforcement and Community Development (Resolution 2021-53)
- Approved Telecommunications Lease Amendments with RG Towers, LLC for City Hall and Ira Van Bullock Park (Resolutions 2021-54, 2021-55)
- Approved 2022 Municipal Election notice and vote processing agreement (Resolution 2021-56)
Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals
The Greenacres Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing on a variance request to reduce setback requirements for an existing single-family home and accessory structure at 333 Jackson Avenue. The board will also consider agenda approval and minutes approval. The meeting is scheduled for October 25, 2021, at 6:00 PM at City Hall.
- Public hearing on variance BA-21-02 to reduce setbacks at 333 Jackson Avenue
- Agenda approval with additions, deletions, substitutions
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals
The Greenacres Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on ZTA-21-01, an ordinance that would create a new Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals and disband the existing Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Adjustments. The ordinance also replaces the Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals with variance requirements. The meeting includes routine items like agenda approval and minutes approval.
- Public hearing on ZTA-21-01 / Ord. 2021-16 to create Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals and disband Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Adjustments
- Deletion of Chapter 16, Zoning Regulations, Article II, Division 3 (Planning Commission/Local Planning Agency) and replacement with new board
- Deletion of Chapter 16, Zoning Regulations, Article II, Division 4 (Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals) and replacement with Variance Requirements
Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals
The Greenacres Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on a proposed ordinance (ZTA-21-01, Ord. 2021-16) that would create a new Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals and disband the existing Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Adjustments. The ordinance would replace the current zoning administration divisions with the new board and variance requirements. The rest of the agenda is routine procedural items (roll call, agenda approval, minutes, concluding remarks).
- Public hearing on ZTA-21-01 / Ord. 2021-16 to create Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals and disband Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Adjustments
- Ordinance deletes Chapter 16, Article II, Division 3 (Planning Commission/Local Planning Agency) and Division 4 (Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals)
- Replacement includes new Variance Requirements under the new board
City Council
The Greenacres City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, a proclamation, and several resolutions. Key items include a resolution to satisfy liens on residential property, an agreement for mobile food vendors, and a local agency program agreement with FDOT for the Dillman Trail. The council will also discuss City Hall exterior upgrades and receive department reports.
- Resolution 2021-49: Satisfying liens on residential property per City Code Section 15-31
- Resolution 2021-50: Approving agreement for mobile and temporary food event services
- Resolution 2021-51: Authorizing FDOT local agency program (LAP) agreement for Dillman Trail
- Discussion: City Hall exterior upgrades
- Proclamation: Florida City Government Week, October 23-29
The October 18, 2021 minutes are largely a listing of agenda items with no recorded votes, discussion, or outcomes. The consent agenda included resolutions on residential property liens, mobile and temporary food event services, and a local agency program agreement with FDOT for the Dillman Trail, but the minutes do not state whether any item was approved, denied, or tabled. A City Hall exterior upgrades discussion item and department reports were also listed without recorded action.
Special Magistrate Hearing
The Greenacres Special Magistrate will hear 11 code enforcement cases involving unpermitted construction, including fences, patios, A/C units, and tree removal, plus one appeal of a fine. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and scheduling the next hearing.
- Case 11-20-8114: PVC fence and pavers without permit at 247 Leland Ln
- Case 5-21-8447: Paver patio without permit at 1039 Island Manor Dr
- Case 5-21-8503: Trees removed without permit at 421 Jennings Ave (Masonic Lodge)
- Cases 7-21-8562, 7-21-8563, 8-21-8599: A/C installed without permit at 3021 Grandiflora Dr, 3211 Jog Park Dr, 3704 Hertford Ct
- Case 10-20-8052: Appeal of fine for asphalt repair at 225-227 Fleming Ave, compliance obtained 8/25/21
Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals
The Greenacres Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals is holding a quasi-judicial public hearing on a single variance request (BA-21-02) to reduce setback requirements for an existing single-family home and accessory structure at 333 Jackson Avenue. The rest of the agenda is procedural, covering roll call, agenda approval, minutes, and member comments.
- Public hearing on variance BA-21-02 to reduce setbacks under Section 16-309(c) for property at 333 Jackson Avenue
City Council
The Greenacres City Council is meeting to handle routine business, with no items on the regular or discussion agenda. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes, two professional services agreements, a plat for a 74-unit townhome development, and two proclamations. Public comments will be accepted for agenda and non-agenda items.
- Resolution 2021-42: professional services agreement for irrigation installation, maintenance and repair
- Resolution 2021-43: agreement for medical supplies
- Ranchette Road Townhomes plat approval: 74 units on ~10.58 acres, 1/4 mile south of Summit Blvd and Ranchette Rd
- Proclamation: Breast Cancer Awareness Month
- Proclamation: Fire Prevention Week, Oct 4-10, 2021
The Greenacres City Council held a brief meeting on October 4, 2021, approving the meeting agenda and a consent agenda that included minutes, two resolutions for professional services and medical supplies, and a plat approval. The council heard reports from the City Manager regarding upcoming projects and received comments from the mayor and council members before adjourning at 6:17 PM.
- Approved the meeting agenda (3-0)
- Approved the Consent Agenda including the September 22, 2021 budget hearing minutes (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-42 for irrigation installation, maintenance, and repair services agreement (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-43 for a medical supplies agreement (3-0)
- Approved the Ranchette Road Plat for the 74-unit Ranchette Road Townhomes development (3-0)
- Approved proclamations for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Fire Prevention Week (3-0)
City Council
The City Council is holding the second and final public hearing on the FY 2022 budget, including a proposed property tax rate (Ordinance 2021-12) and the operating budget (Ordinance 2021-13). They will also consider zoning changes, a fire fee schedule, and a property enhancement grant program update. Several resolutions on consent agenda cover budget adjustments, capital improvements, and a sheriff's services agreement.
- Public hearing: Ordinance 2021-12 (second reading) setting ad valorem tax levy for 2021
- Public hearing: Ordinance 2021-13 (second reading) adopting FY 2022 operating budget (Oct 1, 2021–Sep 30, 2022)
- Resolution 2021-44: Approving Addendum Eight to Law Enforcement Services Agreement with Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office
- Ordinances 2021-07 and 2021-08: Land use and zoning change for 0.2986 acres on west side of Martin Avenue, north of 10th Avenue, from Mixed Use to Residential-Low Density (RL-3)
- Resolution 2021-40: Repealing Resolution 2018-13 and establishing new Fire Prevention Schedule of Fees
The City Council held the second and final public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2022 budget, adopting the tax rate and operating budget. The millage rate was set at 6.400, and the budget includes a $67,000 addition for GPS vehicle software. The council also approved a zoning change and land use change for a 0.2986-acre parcel on Martin Avenue, and approved a fire prevention fee schedule. The Property Enhancement Grant Program was approved as presented by staff, with a 3-2 vote rejecting stricter occupancy and repayment requirements.
- Adopted Ordinance 2021-12 setting millage rate at 6.400 (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2021-13, FY2022 operating budget (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including resolutions and minutes (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2021-07 changing land use from Mixed Use to Residential-Low Density (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2021-08 changing zoning from MXD-OS to Residential Low-3 (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-39, Property Enhancement Grant Program as presented by staff (3-2, Noble and Pearce nay)
- Approved Resolution 2021-40, Fire Prevention Schedule of Fees (4-0)
- Consensus to revise Code Compliance process to recover administrative costs, reduce fees based on repair cost, add 10% fee reduction, and create amnesty period
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget and the establishment of taxable property valuations. The agenda also includes land use changes and updates to building and demolition codes.
- First reading of Ordinance 2021-12 to establish taxable property valuations
- First reading of Ordinance 2021-13 to adopt the FY 2022 operating budget
- $492,196 award to Preferred Governmental Insurance Trust for insurance
- Rezoning and land use change for 0.2986 acres on the west side of Martin Avenue
- Second reading of Ordinance 2021-09 regarding the Unsafe Building Abatement Code
The Greenacres City Council approved the first reading of ordinances for the proposed FY 2022 budget of $49,494,753 and a 6.400 millage rate. The Council also approved land use and zoning amendments for a parcel on Martin Avenue, awarded property and casualty insurance, and approved second readings of building safety codes. Additionally, the Council discussed employee vaccination incentive programs without reaching a consensus to proceed.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-12 on First Reading, establishing a taxable valuation and 6.400 millage rate (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-13 on First Reading, adopting the FY 2022 operating budget of $49,494,753 (5-0)
- Approved amended Consent Agenda including August 16, 2021 minutes and $492,196 property and casualty insurance award to PGIT (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-07 on First Reading, changing land use for 0.2986 acres on Martin Avenue from Mixed Use to Residential-Low Density (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-08 on First Reading, changing zoning for 0.2986 acres on Martin Avenue from Mixed Development-Original Section to Residential Low-3 (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-09 on Second Reading, adopting the Unsafe Building Abatement Code (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-10 on Second Reading, amending non-ad valorem assessments to include demolitions (5-0)
Special Magistrate Hearing
The City of Greenacres Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on August 18, 2021, to address 17 code enforcement cases involving property maintenance violations, unpermitted construction, and other issues. The magistrate will consider new cases, certify fines, and hear appeals. The agenda is primarily administrative and enforcement-focused, with no legislative or budgetary items.
- Case 3-21-8295: Mission of Grace Inc, 6200 Lake Worth Rd – exterior maintenance and electrical hazards
- Case 5-21-8462: Anthony Deakins, 448 Jackson Ave – fence without permit
- Case 7-21-8553: Holy Madinah, 606 Jackson Ave – mobile vendor on vacant lot prohibited
- Case 10-20-8030: John B. Ulysse, 4182 Centurian Cir – roof structure without permit (fine certification)
- Case 2-20-7714: Fyr Sfr Borrower Llc, 4196 Centurian Cir – appeal of fine for unpermitted patio
Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals
The Greenacres Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing on a request to rezone one parcel on Martin Avenue from mixed-use to low-density residential. The board will also approve past meeting minutes.
- ZC-21-01: Rezone Martin Avenue parcel from MXD-OS to RL-3 (west side of Martin Ave, 80 ft north of 10th Ave N)
- Approval of January 20 and February 17, 2021 meeting minutes
Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals
The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing on a request to rezone one parcel on Martin Avenue from MXD-OS to RL-3. The board will also approve minutes from earlier meetings and address any agenda revisions.
- Public hearing on ZC-21-01: zoning change for parcel on west side of Martin Avenue, ~80 feet north of 10th Avenue North
- Proposed change from City Mixed Development - Original Section (MXD-OS) to City Residential Low-3 Density (RL-3)
- Approval of minutes from January 20, 2021 and February 17, 2021 meetings
Special Magistrate Hearing
The City of Greenacres Special Magistrate will hear 17 code enforcement cases involving property maintenance violations, unpermitted construction, and other issues. The meeting includes new business, certification of fines, tabled cases, and an appeal of a fine.
- Case 3-21-8295: Mission of Grace Inc, 6200 Lake Worth Rd - exterior maintenance and electrical hazards
- Case 5-21-8462: Anthony Deakins, 448 Jackson Ave - fence without permit
- Case 7-21-8553: Holy Madinah, 606 Jackson Ave - mobile vendor on vacant lot prohibited
- Case 10-20-8030: John B. Ulysse, 4182 Centurian Cir - roof structure without permit, fine certification
- Case 2-20-7714: Fyr Sfr Borrower Llc, 4196 Centurian Cir - appeal of fine for unpermitted patio
City Council
The Greenacres City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a second reading to adjust city charter qualifying dates for elections, first readings on a new unsafe building abatement code and a related fee definition change, and consent items for a stormwater drainage grant and a Medicaid transportation program. The council will also discuss a building safety inspection program.
- Resolution 2021-38: FY 2021-22 CDBG agreement for Phase 8 stormwater drainage enhancement in Original Section
- Resolution 2021-41: Participation in Public Emergency Medical Transportation (PEMT) supplemental payment program
- Ordinance 2021-11 (2nd reading): Charter amendment to adjust qualifying dates for Supervisor of Elections
- Ordinance 2021-09 (1st reading): Adopting Unsafe Building Abatement Code (Chapter 4, Section 4-5)
- Ordinance 2021-10 (1st reading): Amending non-ad valorem assessment definition to include demolitions
The City Council approved the consent agenda, including Resolution 2021-38 for a FY 2021-22 CDBG agreement for Phase 8 stormwater drainage work in the Original Section, and Resolution 2021-41 to join a Medicaid managed-care emergency transport payment program. Ordinance 2021-11, adjusting city election qualifying dates, passed its second reading 5-0. Two related ordinances on unsafe-building demolition and non-ad valorem assessments for demolitions each passed first reading 5-0. A building safety inspection program was discussed with no vote, and the city manager reported the city's population rose to 43,990 and that Greenacres would receive $20.5 million from the American Rescue Plan.
- Approved consent agenda, including minutes and Resolutions 2021-38 and 2021-41 (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-11 on second reading, adjusting city election qualifying dates (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-09 on first reading, adopting an Unsafe Building Abatement Code (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-10 on first reading, amending Section 2-270 to add demolitions to non-ad valorem assessments (5-0)
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
- No vote taken on the Building Safety Inspection Program discussion item
City Council
The Greenacres City Council will consider several resolutions and an ordinance, including setting the residential solid waste collection assessment rate for the upcoming fiscal year and authorizing a federal grant application for law enforcement technology. The council will also hold the first reading of a charter amendment to adjust qualifying dates for elections and appoint a member to the Planning Commission.
- Resolution 2021-33: Approving residential solid waste collection assessment rate for FY beginning Oct 1, 2021
- Resolution 2021-36: Authorizing FY2021 Justice Assistance Grant application to U.S. DOJ for law enforcement equipment
- Resolution 2021-37: Approving first amendment to interlocal agreement for fire/EMS with City of Atlantis
- Ordinance 2021-11: First reading to amend City Charter to adjust qualifying dates for elections
- Appointment of Sydelle Neustein to Planning Commission for three-year term
The City Council approved the consent agenda, including Resolution 2021-33 setting the residential solid waste collection assessment rate for the fiscal year starting October 1, 2021, Resolution 2021-36 authorizing a FY2021 Justice Assistance Grant application, and Resolution 2021-37 amending the fire protection and EMS agreement with the City of Atlantis. On first reading, the council approved Ordinance 2021-11 to change city election qualifying dates to meet Supervisor of Elections vote-by-mail requirements. The council also appointed Sydelle Neustein to a three-year term on the Planning Commission. All votes were unanimous among the five members present.
- Approved consent agenda, including Resolution 2021-33 setting FY2021-22 residential solid waste collection assessment rate (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-36 authorizing FY2021 Justice Assistance Grant application and City Manager signature authority (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-37 amending Interlocal Agreement for Fire Protection and EMS with City of Atlantis effective October 1, 2021 (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-11 on first reading to adjust election qualifying dates to begin no earlier than noon first Tuesday in November and end no later than noon second Tuesday in November (5-0)
- Appointed Sydelle Neustein to Planning Commission/Local Planning Agency for a three-year term as regular member (5-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals
The Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding the Blossom Trail project. The applicant is seeking several variances related to building separation, setbacks, and garage parking widths.
- Variance request for Blossom Trail (fka Nash Trail PUD) to reduce building separation between multi-family buildings
- Variance request to reduce required 50-foot side and rear setbacks for townhomes
- Variance request to reduce required 12-foot net width for single vehicle garage parking spaces
City Council
The Greenacres City Council is holding a budget workshop to review revenues and expenditures for Fiscal Year 2022 and to set the tentative millage rate. This is a discussion and decision-making session, with public comments limited to agenda items.
- Fiscal Year 2022 revenue and expenditure review
- Setting tentative millage rate for 2022
At a July 19, 2021 budget workshop, the City Council voted 5-0 to maintain the tentative millage rate at 6.4 for fiscal year 2022. Staff reviewed revenues, expenditures, capital improvement funds, and the law enforcement agreement, which carries a 2 percent increase for FY 2022. The council also agreed that a suggestion to hire another Code Enforcement Inspector would be revisited after departmental reorganization. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
- Maintained the tentative FY 2022 millage rate at 6.4 (5-0)
- Agreed to revisit a proposed additional Code Enforcement Inspector after departmental reorganization
City Council
The Greenacres City Council will meet to approve minutes, resolutions, and evaluations. Key items include authorizing two Hazard Mitigation Grant Program agreements for drainage and generator projects, and annual evaluations of the City Manager and City Attorney.
- Resolution 2021-34: HMGP Grant Agreement for Gladiator Lake Drainage Enhancement Project
- Resolution 2021-35: HMGP Grant Agreement for Public Works Facility Generator Project
- Annual evaluation of City Manager Andrea McCue
- Annual evaluation of City Attorney Glen Torcivia
- Presentation on Service at Surfside Condo Building Collapse by Fire Rescue Chief Brian Fuller
The City Council approved a $215,000 annual salary for City Manager Andrea McCue, effective October 1, 2021, and increased the City Attorney's hourly rate by an additional $5.00. Both votes were 5-0. The council also approved its consent agenda, which included two Hazard Mitigation Grant Program agreements for the Gladiator Lake Drainage Enhancement Project and the Public Works Facility Generator Project, and discussed but did not finalize art concepts for public places.
- Approved City Manager Andrea McCue's annual salary of $215,000 effective October 1, 2021 (5-0)
- Approved an additional $5.00 per hour increase to the City Attorney's hourly rate (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, a Parks and Recreation Month proclamation, Resolution 2021-32 on liens, and Resolutions 2021-34 and 2021-35 for HMGP grant agreements (5-0)
- Discussed Art in Public Places concepts; no formal action recorded, with staff to return with details
Special Magistrate Hearing
The Greenacres Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on July 14, 2021, to address 17 property maintenance and permit violation cases. The magistrate will consider compliance orders, potential fines, and certifications of non-compliance for properties with issues like unpermitted construction, debris, and missing address numbers.
- Case 4-21-8393: Remove building materials, shutters, repair/replace fence at 5580 S 35th Ct
- Case 4-21-8421: Fence installed without permit at 4152 Empire Way
- Case 10-20-8052: Asphalt repair non-compliance, potential $50/day fine at 225-227 Fleming Ave
- Case 11-20-8112: Screen enclosure without permit, potential $100/day fine at 4165 Southview Rd
- Case 2-21-8248: A/C installed without permit, potential $50/day fine at 2145 White Pine Cir #D
Special Magistrate Hearing
The City of Greenacres Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on July 14, 2021, to address 17 property maintenance and permit violation cases. The magistrate will consider new cases involving debris, unpermitted structures, and missing address numbers, as well as several cases where prior compliance orders were not met, potentially leading to daily fines. The agenda also includes approval of the June 16, 2021 minutes.
- Case 4-21-8393: Marcus Cardona & Helen Eiseman, 5580 S 35th Ct — remove building materials, shutters, repair/replace fence (permit required if replaced)
- Case 4-21-8421: Bobby Controls LLC, 4152 Empire Way — fence installed without permit and inspection
- Case 5-21-8455: Adam & Bernice DeManche, 4400 Nicia Way — fence replaced without permit and inspection
- Case 10-20-8052: Caled A Hamed/CH76 Investment LLC, 225-227 Fleming Ave — non-compliance with asphalt repair order, potential $50/day fine
- Case 11-20-8112: Jacob A. Haynes, 4165 Southview Rd — screen enclosure without permits, potential $100/day fine
City Council
The Greenacres City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including presentations from a state senator, scholarship winners, and the finance director. The council will vote on consent agenda items, including ratifying a retirement board trustee and approving two interlocal agreements for emergency medical services equipment and a Florida Department of Corrections work squad. A voting delegate for the Florida League of Cities conference will also be designated.
- Resolution 2021-25: Approve $16,196.46 reimbursement for EMS grant equipment from Palm Beach County
- Resolution 2021-29: Approve contract WE1236 with Florida Dept. of Corrections for work squads in FY 2022
- Ratify Kyle Morejon to 4-year term on PBSO/FF Retirement Board of Trustees
- Designate voting delegate for 95th Annual Florida League of Cities Conference in Orlando
- Presentation: 2021 Educational Scholarship Award Winners
The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included prior meeting minutes, a board ratification, and two resolutions regarding an emergency medical services grant reimbursement and a work squad contract. The Council also designated Mayor Flores as the voting delegate for the Florida League of Cities Annual Conference and heard several presentations.
- Approved June 7, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Ratified Mr. Kyle Morejon to PBSO/FF Retirement Board of Trustees for a 4-year term (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-25 for $16,196.46 EMS grant reimbursement agreement with Palm Beach County (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-29 for Department of Corrections Work Squad contract for FY 2022 (5-0)
- Selected Mayor Flores as FLC Annual Conference voting delegate (5-0)
Special Magistrate Hearing
The Special Magistrate will hear 19 cases involving Edna Prashkovsky LLC properties on Mil Race Court where business tax receipts (BTR) are incomplete and require inspections. The city’s code requires businesses to pass inspections within 30 days or risk revocation of their tax receipt and potential fines.
- Case 3-21-8294: 3750 Mil Race Ct — BTR incomplete, inspection required
- Case 3-21-8297: 3752 Mil Race Ct — BTR incomplete, inspection required
- Case 3-21-8298: 3754 Mil Race Ct — BTR incomplete, inspection required
- Case 3-21-8299: 3756 Mil Race Ct — BTR incomplete, inspection required
- Case 3-21-8300: 3758 Mil Race Ct — BTR incomplete, inspection required
Special Magistrate Hearing
The Special Magistrate will hear 19 cases regarding incomplete local business tax receipts for Edna Prashkovsky LLC. These cases involve requirements for mandatory inspections by the building official and fire marshal at various Mil Race Court addresses.
- 19 cases of incomplete Business Tax Receipts (BTR) for Edna Prashkovsky LLC
- Required inspections for properties located between 3750 and 3774 Mil Race Ct
- Discussion of Section 8-48d regarding mandatory building and fire inspections
- Discussion of Section 8-46.1 regarding the imposition of business taxes
City Council
The Greenacres City Council will vote on several professional service agreements, including pressure cleaning services, construction of new volleyball courts, and provider contracts for early learning and childcare programs. Two legislative updates from state representatives and a lobbyist will also be presented.
- Approving a $X professional services agreement for pressure cleaning services (Resolution 2021-24)
- Approving a professional services agreement for construction of volleyball courts (Resolution 2021-26)
- Approving the 2021-2022 Statewide School Readiness provider contract with Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County (Resolution 2021-27)
- Approving the 2021-2022 Children's Services Council provider contract with Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County (Resolution 2021-28)
- Extending financial auditing services with Nowlen, Holt & Miner, P.A. to August 31, 2021 (RFP No. 15-003)
The Greenacres City Council approved a motion to place all proclamations on the consent agenda until October 1, 2021, with photos taken before the meeting. The motion passed 3-2, with Councilmembers Noble, Dugo, and Pearce voting yes and Deputy Mayor Tharp and Councilmember Bousquet voting no. The council also approved a consent agenda that included meeting minutes, several professional services agreements, two Early Learning Coalition contracts, and an extension of financial auditing services. No regular agenda items were considered.
- Approved motion to place all proclamations on consent agenda until October 1, 2021, with photos before meeting (3-2)
- Approved consent agenda including May 17, 2021 minutes, Resolution 2021-24 (pressure cleaning services), Resolution 2021-26 (volleyball courts), Resolution 2021-27 and 2021-28 (Early Learning Coalition contracts), and RFP No. 15-003 (auditing services extension) (5-0)
- Agenda approved (4-0, Councilmember Bousquet not recorded as voting)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council is conducting a budget workshop to review the Fiscal Year 2022 budget. Discussions will include capital improvement projects, preliminary revenue and expenditures, and a review of City of Greenacres events.
- Capital Improvement Projects review
- Preliminary Revenue and Expenditures review
- City of Greenacres Events Review
The City Council held a FY2022 budget workshop on June 7, 2021. Council agreed to allocate $20,000 to Art in Public Places, $10,500 total ($1,500 each) for Educational Scholarships, and approved the 303 fund allocations. Council also agreed to move forward with establishing a 501(c)(3) fund and to seek Harvest Pines resident input on park enhancements. No final FY2022 budget was adopted; staff said final numbers would not be available until the end of June.
- Agenda approved (5-0: Tharp, Noble, Dugo, Pearce, Bousquet)
- Agreed to allocate $20,000 to Art in Public Places (Noble disagreed on murals)
- Agreed to move forward with establishing a 501(c)(3) fund with donation criteria and write-off incentive
- Majority agreed to allocate $10,500 total, $1,500 per recipient, for Educational Scholarships (Noble disagreed on amount)
- Approved 303 fund allocations for parks improvements, sports turf, fields, and Community Center banquet room flooring
- Agreed to seek Harvest Pines resident input on enhanced park process
- No further action on Red Light Camera Program after informal poll (Dugo, Pearce, Noble no interest; Tharp, Bousquet agreed to staff feedback)
City Council
The Greenacres City Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances to annex and rezone three parcels totaling about 10.58 acres on the west side of Ranchette Road, and to approve a site plan for 74 townhouse units there. The council will also vote on a resolution for a debt collection services agreement and ratify 2021 Educational Scholarship Award recipients. A proclamation recognizing the city's 95th anniversary is scheduled.
- Ordinance 2021-01: Annex three parcels at 1281, 1283, and 1351 Ranchette Road (10.58 acres)
- Ordinance 2021-02: Change future land use from PBC MR-5 to Residential-Medium (RS-MD)
- Ordinance 2021-03: Rezone from PBC-AR to Residential Medium Density-2 (RM-2)
- Resolution 2021-07: Approve site plan for 74 townhouse units on Ranchette Road
- Resolution 2021-23: Approve professional services agreement for debt collection
The City Council approved three second-reading ordinances annexing three parcels totaling about 10.58 acres on the west side of Ranchette Road (1281, 1283 and 1351 Ranchette Road), changing their future land use and zoning to City of Greenacres designations. The Council also approved Resolution 2021-07 for a site plan to build townhouses on those parcels; the minutes describe the project inconsistently, stating 74 townhouse units in the resolution title but 19 townhome units in the planner's presentation. In other business, the Council ratified 2021 Educational Scholarship Award recipients and approved Resolution 2021-23 for a debt collection services agreement on the consent agenda. A consensus vote on presenting a proclamation failed 2-3, with Tharp and Bousquet in favor and Noble, Dugo and Pearce opposed.
- Approved Ordinance 2021-01 annexing 10.58 acres at 1281, 1283 and 1351 Ranchette Road (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-02 changing future land use of the three parcels to Residential-Medium density (RS-MD) (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-03 changing zoning of the three parcels to Residential Medium Density-2 (RM-2) (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-07 for a townhouse site plan on the Ranchette Road parcels (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-23 for a professional services agreement for debt collection services (consent agenda, 5-0)
- Ratified 2021 Educational Scholarship Award recipients (5-0)
- Consensus vote to present a proclamation failed 2-3 (Y: Tharp, Bousquet; N: Noble, Dugo, Pearce)
- Approved the May 3, 2021 City Council meeting minutes (consent agenda, 5-0)
City Council
The City Council will conduct a first reading of an ordinance to annex three parcels of land totaling approximately 10.58 acres. The meeting also includes the approval of a community foundation agreement and the distribution of FY 2020 JAG funds.
- Public hearing for Ordinance 2021-01 to annex 1281, 1283, and 1351 Ranchette Road
- Resolution 2021-22 regarding agreement #2021-0922 with the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties
- Approval of Fiscal Year 2020 JAG fund distribution
- Recognition of outgoing PBSO Major Ron Mattino
The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 2021-01 to annex three parcels totaling about 10.58 acres on the west side of Ranchette Road at 1281, 1283 and 1351 Ranchette Road, with a second reading set for May 17, 2021. Council also approved its consent agenda, including the April 19, 2021 minutes, Resolution 2021-22 with the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, and distribution of countywide FY 2020 JAG funds. On scholarships, the council reached consensus to add a sixth scholarship and to create a fundraising system, but no formal motion or dollar amount was recorded. The council designated Noble as voting delegate and Dugo as alternate to the Palm Beach County League of Cities.
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-01 annexing 10.58 acres at 1281, 1283 and 1351 Ranchette Road (5-0); second reading 5/17/21
- Approved consent agenda including April 19, 2021 minutes, Resolution 2021-22, and FY 2020 JAG fund distribution (5-0)
- Consensus to add a sixth scholarship and create a fundraising system; no formal motion or amount recorded
- Designated Noble as voting delegate and Dugo as alternate to the Palm Beach County League of Cities (5-0)
- Recognized outgoing PBSO Major Ron Mattino and introduced newly appointed Major Bill Brannin
City Council
The Greenacres City Council is meeting to approve routine consent items, including a new agreement with Beaches Adult Soccer League to run the city's adult soccer programs, and to satisfy liens on residential property. The council will also designate a deputy mayor and discuss solid waste collection services. Several proclamations are scheduled for April.
- Resolution 2021-17: Approve FY 2021-2022 agreement with Beaches Adult Soccer League for operation of adult soccer league and use of city soccer fields
- Resolution 2021-21: Satisfy certain liens against residential property per City Code Section 15-32
- Designation of Deputy Mayor
- Discussion of solid waste collection services
- Proclamations: After School Professionals, Arbor Day, Autism Awareness, National Volunteer, Water Conservation
The City Council approved an agreement with the Beaches Adult Soccer League and satisfied specific residential property liens. The Council also appointed a new Deputy Mayor. Members discussed service failures and communication issues with Advance Disposal regarding solid waste collection.
- Approved FY 2021-2022 agreement with Beaches Adult Soccer League (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-21 to satisfy certain residential property liens (5-0)
- Appointed Councilmember Tharp as Deputy Mayor (5-0)
- Approved April 5, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Greenacres City Council is meeting to hear presentations on CBD vending and a volunteer service award, and to vote on two resolutions regarding state legislation that would affect local code enforcement and tree regulations. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no regular agenda or discussion items.
- Presentation on CBD vending by Dr. Vanessa Vizcaino, MD and Tony Carvalho III
- Resolution 2021-19 opposing Senate Bill 60 and House Bill 883 on anonymous code enforcement complaints
- Resolution 2021-20 supporting Senate Bill 596 and House Bill 6023 to repeal tree pruning preemption (Section 163.045, Florida Statutes)
- Approval of minutes from March 15, 2021 City Council meeting
- Proclamations for After School Professionals, Arbor Day, Autism Awareness, National Volunteer, and Water Conservation