Greenacres public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Greenacres City Council is meeting to consider a professional banking services agreement with BankUnited, N.A., and a settlement agreement with Pickwick Mobile Home Park, LLC. The council will also hold public hearings on ordinances updating building codes, repealing landlord-tenant notice requirements due to state preemption, amending the comprehensive plan, and updating the city budget.

• Resolution 2023-39: Professional service agreement with BankUnited, N.A. for annual banking services
• Resolution 2023-57: Settlement agreement with Pickwick Mobile Home Park, LLC.
• Ordinance 2023-16: Second reading to adopt the Florida Building Code 8th Edition
• Ordinance 2023-17: Second reading to repeal landlord-tenant notice requirements due to state preemption
• Ordinance 2023-19: First reading to amend the city budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2023

The City Council approved several ordinances, including the adoption of the 8th Edition Florida Building and Fire Prevention codes. They also authorized a budget adjustment to fund the Chickasaw Project and approved a five-year lease renewal with the Florida Department of Health. Additionally, the Council appointed Patty Persichilli to the Education Advisory Committee.

• Approved banking services agreement with BankUnited, N.A. (5-0)
• Approved settlement agreement with Pickwick Mobile Home Park, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-16 (Building Code) on second reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-17 (Landlord/Tenant notice) on second reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-13 (Comprehensive Plan) on first reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-15 (Fire Prevention Code) on first reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-19 (Budget adjustment) on first reading (5-0)
• Appointed Patty Persichilli to Education Advisory Committee (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Greenacres Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to transmit Comprehensive Plan Evaluation and Appraisal Review amendments. The meeting takes place at City Hall Council Chambers on November 9, 2023. The board is acting as the local planning agency for this item.

• Public Hearing - CPA-23-03: Transmit Comprehensive Plan Evaluation and Appraisal Review (EAR) amendments to Goals, Objectives, Policies and supporting documents

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals approved amendments to the Comprehensive Plan Goals, Objectives, Policies (GOPs) and supporting documents. Director Denise Malone reviewed the 13 required elements of the plan, noting that three elements were newly added.

• Approved CPA-23-03 Comprehensive Plan amendments (5-0)
• Approved October 12, 2023 minutes

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one to prohibit medical marijuana dispensing within the city and another to ban simulated gambling devices and adult arcades. The council will also consider several resolutions, including a new fire prevention fee schedule and an agreement with CAREATC, and will hear first readings on adopting the Florida Building Code 8th Edition and repealing landlord notice requirements due to state preemption.

• Public hearing: Ordinance 2023-10 (second reading) to prohibit medical marijuana dispensing in the city
• Public hearing: Ordinance 2023-14 (second reading) to ban simulated gambling devices and adult arcades
• Resolution 2023-41: Establish Fire Prevention Schedule of Fees
• Resolution 2023-27: Agreement with CAREATC
• First reading: Ordinance 2023-16 adopting Florida Building Code 8th Edition

The City Council approved two ordinances on second reading: one prohibiting the dispensing of medical marijuana within the city and another prohibiting simulated gambling devices and adult arcades. Both passed 4-0 with Mayor Flores absent. The council also approved agreements for code compliance services with Atlantis, landscape maintenance, a CareATC employee health clinic, and a new fire prevention fee schedule.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-10 banning medical marijuana dispensing (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-14 banning simulated gambling devices and adult arcades (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-54 interlocal agreement with Atlantis for code compliance (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-55 landscape maintenance agreement for canals/medians (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-27 CareATC employee health clinic agreement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-41 new fire prevention fee schedule (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-16 first reading adopting Florida Building Code 8th Edition (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-17 first reading repealing landlord/tenant notice requirements (4-0)

City Council

The Greenacres City Council holds a workshop meeting to discuss the Comprehensive Plan EAR review, led by the Director of Development and Neighbor Services. The meeting follows a standard agenda with public comments and reports from the City Manager and Council members.

• Comprehensive Plan EAR Review

The City Council held a workshop to review the Comprehensive Plan's goals, objectives, and policies, with a formal submittal to the state planned for January 2024. No formal votes or decisions were taken; members provided feedback and suggestions for edits, including a request for a high-density comparison of neighboring cities and a proposed grant program for food and mental health assistance. The final documents are expected to return in December.

• Agenda approved (3-0, with two members absent)
• No substantive decisions made; workshop only

Special Magistrate Hearing

The City of Greenacres Special Magistrate Hearing reviews five cases of unpermitted construction or repairs, including balconies, fences, bathrooms, and a swimming pool, as well as one case of excessive commercial window signage. The hearing also addresses multiple parking violations over sidewalks with outstanding citation fees.

• Unpermitted balcony and fence replacements at Canalakes properties (Case 10-22-9535)
• Excessive window signage at El Centenario Restaurant (Case 3-23-9721)
• Unpermitted fence replacement at 2101 White Pine Cir #D (Case 3-23-9744)
• Unpermitted bathroom renovation at 5927 S 37 St (Case 7-22-9375)
• Unpermitted swimming pool at 3762 S 55 Ave (Case 7-22-9379)

The Special Magistrate heard 11 code enforcement cases, ordering compliance on five property violations with fines of $50-$100 per day if not corrected, and continuing fines on six parking citation cases with outstanding $35 fees. No cases were tabled or appealed.

• Ordered Canalake HOA compliance within 30 days for unpermitted balcony/fence work, $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered El Centenario Restaurant compliance within 60 days for excessive window signage, $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered James R Olivea compliance within 30 days for unpermitted fence replacement, $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered West Alec Ross Inc compliance within 30 days for unpermitted bathroom renovation, $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered Carol A Purdom & Wendy L Samuels compliance within 60 days for unpermitted pool/deck, $50/day fine if not corrected
• Continued $100/day fines on 6 parking citation cases (Pierre Auto Sales, Wong Chuck Yao & Si Tou Mui) with $35 outstanding fees each

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate will hear 11 code enforcement cases involving unpermitted construction, excessive signage, and parking violations. Cases include balconies, fences, a bathroom renovation, and a swimming pool built without permits, plus several $35 citation fees for parking over sidewalks. The meeting is scheduled for October 25, 2023, at City Hall.

• Case 10-22-9535: Infinity Comm. Mgmt - Canalake HOA - unpermitted balconies and fence at Canalakes properties
• Case 3-23-9721: Trafalgar at Greenacres - excessive window signage at 6342 Forest Hill Blvd (El Centenario Restaurant)
• Case 3-23-9744: James R Olivea - fence replaced without permit at 2101 White Pine Cir #D
• Case 7-22-9375: West Alec Ross Inc - bathroom renovation without permit at 5927 S 37 St
• Case 7-22-9379: Carol A Purdom & Wendy L Samuels - swimming pool without permit at 3762 S 55 Ave

The Special Magistrate heard 11 cases, ordering compliance on five property code violations with fines accruing daily if not corrected. Six parking citation cases were continued with outstanding $35 fees and ongoing $100/day fines. No cases were tabled or appealed.

• Ordered Canalake HOA compliance in 30 days or $100/day fine for unpermitted balconies/fence
• Ordered El Centenario Restaurant compliance in 60 days or $100/day fine for excessive window signage
• Ordered James R Olivea compliance in 30 days or $100/day fine for unpermitted fence
• Ordered West Alec Ross Inc compliance in 30 days or $100/day fine for unpermitted bathroom renovation
• Ordered Carol A Purdom & Wendy L Samuels compliance in 60 days or $50/day fine for unpermitted pool
• Continued $100/day fines and $35 citation fees for six parking violations at 257 Broward Ave and 253 Broward Ave

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will hold first readings of two ordinances: one to prohibit medical marijuana dispensing within the city, and another to ban simulated gambling devices and adult arcades. The council will also vote on several resolutions, including a fire services fee increase with Atlantis and a lobbying services agreement, and hear a presentation on the Long Range Transportation Plan.

• Ordinance 2023-10: First reading to prohibit medical marijuana dispensing within the city
• Ordinance 2023-14: First reading to ban simulated gambling devices and adult arcades
• Resolution 2023-52: Approving FY2024 fire protection and EMS fee increase with City of Atlantis
• Resolution 2023-53: Approving professional services agreement for lobbying services
• Resolution 2023-37: Approving agreement with Hera Property Registry for mortgage foreclosure registration services

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 2023-10, which prohibits new medical marijuana dispensaries in the city, with existing facilities remaining as non-conforming uses. The council also approved the first reading of Ordinance 2023-14, banning simulated gambling devices and adult arcades. Both ordinances passed unanimously (5-0). The council also approved the consent agenda, including resolutions for fire protection services and lobbying services, and appointed two student members to the Education Advisory Committee.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-10 banning new medical marijuana dispensaries (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-14 banning simulated gambling devices and adult arcades (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 2023-37 (foreclosure registry), 2023-52 (fire/EMS increase), 2023-53 (lobbying services) (5-0)
• Appointed Jesus Gonzalez and Leliani Sanchez to Education Advisory Committee
• Agreed to cancel November 20, 2023 Council Meeting
• Agreed to add 100th Anniversary Council liaison appointment to November 2, 2023 meeting

Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Greenacres Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold two public hearings on October 12. One hearing proposes a zoning text amendment to prohibit adult arcades and related businesses. The other hearing reviews Comprehensive Plan Evaluation and Appraisal Review amendments to the city’s long-term planning goals and policies.

• ZTA-23-02: Prohibit adult arcades via zoning text amendment
• CPA-23-03: Amend Comprehensive Plan Goals, Objectives, and Policies (GOPs)
• Public hearings on both zoning and planning changes

Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals, acting as the Local Planning Agency, will hold public hearings on a proposed zoning text amendment to prohibit adult arcades and on transmitting Comprehensive Plan Evaluation and Appraisal Review amendments. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Public hearing on ZTA-23-02 to prohibit adult arcades and amend Chapter 16 and Chapter 9
• Public hearing on CPA-23-03 to transmit Comprehensive Plan EAR amendments
• Approval of minutes from September 14, 2023 and December 8, 2022

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will hold public hearings on two quasi-judicial items: a special exception for a fast-food drive-through and a site plan for a Chick-fil-A restaurant, both at River Bridge Centre. The council will also consider a new fire prevention fee schedule and a resolution supporting the extension of Palm Beach County's one-cent sales surtax. Several proclamations and routine consent items are on the agenda.

• Special exception for fast-food drive-through at River Bridge Centre (Forest Hill Blvd & S. Jog Rd), continued from 9/18/2023
• Site plan for Chick-fil-A restaurant (4,680 sq ft, one drive-thru lane) at River Bridge Centre, continued from 9/18/2023
• Resolution 2023-41: Repealing Resolution 2021-40 and establishing new Fire Prevention Schedule of Fees
• Resolution 2023-51: Supporting extension of Palm Beach County one-cent sales surtax through 2036
• Resolution 2023-49: FY 2024 agreement with Florida Vipers, Inc. for youth basketball league

The City Council approved a special exception and site plan for a 4,680 square foot Chick-fil-A restaurant with a drive-thru and by-pass lane. The Council also approved several resolutions via a consent agenda, including a youth basketball agreement and IT services. A workshop will be scheduled to review the Comprehensive Plan transmittal.

• Approved special exception for fast-food drive-thru at Forest Hill Blvd and S Jog Rd (5-0)
• Approved site and development plan for Chick-fil-A restaurant (5-0)
• Approved FY 2024 agreement with Florida Vipers, Inc. for youth basketball (5-0)
• Approved third amendment to IT Services agreement with Palm Beach County (5-0)
• Approved support for extending Palm Beach County one-cent sales surtax through 2036 (5-0)
• Approved agreement for medical supplies (5-0)
• Approved September 18, 2023 Budget Hearing minutes (5-0)
• Removed Resolution 2023-41 regarding Fire Prevention Schedule of Fees from agenda

City Council

The Greenacres City Council is holding the second budget hearing for Fiscal Year 2024, which includes adopting the operating budget and setting the property tax rate. The council will also consider several resolutions, including a special exception for a Chick-fil-A drive-thru and a site plan for the restaurant. Proclamations and routine consent items are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 2023-11: Second reading to levy ad valorem tax for 2023
• Ordinance 2023-12: Second reading to adopt FY 2024 operating budget (Oct 1, 2023 - Sep 30, 2024)
• Resolution 2023-16: Special exception for fast-food drive-thru at River Bridge Centre (Forest Hill Blvd & S. Jog Rd)
• Resolution 2023-17: Site plan for Chick-fil-A restaurant (4,680 sq ft) with drive-thru at same location
• Resolution 2023-29: Approving addendum to law enforcement services agreement with PBSO

The City Council approved the FY2024 operating budget of over $63 million and set a 6.3 millage rate expected to generate $17 million in property taxes. Both ordinances passed on second reading with a 4-0 vote (Councilmember Dugo absent). The council also approved the consent agenda, including resolutions for PBSO services, collective bargaining agreements, and budget adjustments, and appointed Councilmember Diaz as liaison to the Education Advisory Committee.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-11 setting 6.3 millage rate for FY2024 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-12 adopting FY2024 operating budget over $63 million (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including PBSO agreement, collective bargaining, and budget resolutions (4-0)
• Appointed Councilmember Diaz as liaison to Education Advisory Committee (4-0)
• Moved Chick-fil-A items 15 and 16 to October 2, 2023 meeting (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a hearing on Ordinance 2023-10, a city-initiated text amendment to the Zoning Code that would add Medical Marijuana Treatment Center – Dispensing Facilities to the list of prohibited uses in all areas of Greenacres. The board will also approve minutes from May and July meetings and discuss the Comprehensive Plan Evaluation and Appraisal Review (EAR).

• Ordinance 2023-10 (ZTA-23-01): text amendment to prohibit Medical Marijuana Treatment Center – Dispensing Facilities in all zoning districts
• Approval of minutes from May 11, 2023 and July 13, 2023 meetings
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Evaluation and Appraisal Review (EAR)

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals discussed Ordinance 2023-10, a city-initiated text amendment to prohibit Medical Marijuana Treatment Center Dispensing Facilities in all areas of Greenacres. The board did not vote on the ordinance; it was a discussion item. Existing facilities would be allowed to remain open, and ownership could be transferred. The board also approved the agenda and minutes from prior meetings.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 11 and July 13, 2023 (5-0)
• Discussed Ordinance 2023-10 to prohibit medical marijuana dispensing facilities (no vote)

Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2023-10, a city-initiated text amendment to the Zoning Code that would add Medical Marijuana Treatment Center – Dispensing Facilities to the list of prohibited uses in all areas of Greenacres. The board will also approve minutes from May and July meetings and discuss the Comprehensive Plan Evaluation and Appraisal Review.

• Ordinance 2023-10 (ZTA-23-01): text amendment to prohibit Medical Marijuana Treatment Center – Dispensing Facilities in all zoning districts
• Approval of minutes from May 11, 2023 and July 13, 2023 meetings
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Evaluation and Appraisal Review (EAR)

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals voted 5-0 to recommend approval of Ordinance 2023-10, a text amendment to the Zoning Code that would prohibit Medical Marijuana Treatment Center Dispensing Facilities in all areas of the city. Existing facilities would be allowed to remain open, and ownership could be transferred. The board also approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; a discussion item on the Comprehensive Plan EAR was deferred to the October 12, 2023 meeting.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2023-10 to prohibit medical marijuana dispensing facilities citywide (5-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes from May 11, 2023 and July 13, 2023 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the proposed 2024 operating budget and property tax levies. The meeting also includes discussions on wastewater system expansions and a proposed Chick-fil-A development.

• First reading of Ordinance 2023-11 regarding Ad Valorem property taxes
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-12 regarding the FY 2024 operating budget
• Public hearing for a Chick-fil-A fast-food drive-thru at River Bridge Centre
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-09 regarding Palm Beach County wastewater system expansion
• Maintenance service agreements for landscaping, pressure cleaning, and HVAC services

The City Council held its first budget hearing for FY2024, approving the first reading of the ad valorem tax ordinance (2023-11) setting a 6.3 millage rate and the operating budget ordinance (2023-12) of over $63 million. Both passed unanimously (5-0). The council also continued two quasi-judicial items for a fast-food drive-thru and a Chick-fil-A restaurant to the September 18 meeting, and approved the consent agenda including maintenance agreements.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-11 setting 6.3 millage rate (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-12 adopting $63M operating budget (5-0)
• Continued Resolution 2023-16 (fast-food drive-thru special exception) to Sept. 18 (5-0)
• Continued Resolution 2023-17 (Chick-fil-A site plan) to Sept. 18 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-09 second reading for wastewater expansion (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and maintenance agreements (5-0)

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will decide on a fast-food drive-thru special exception and site plan for a Chick-Fil-A at River Bridge Centre, plus approve wastewater system expansion and a Homeland Security grant. They will also adopt updates to personnel policies and establish an Education Advisory Committee.

• Special Exception for fast-food drive-thru at River Bridge Centre (Forest Hill Blvd & South Jog Rd)
• Site plan approval for 4,680 sq ft Chick-Fil-A with drive-thru lane at River Bridge Centre
• Resolution 2023-32: $69,300.96 Homeland Security grant for firefighter training overtime
• Resolution 2023-36: CDBG agreement for Phase 2 Lift Station Original Section sewer project
• Resolution 2023-30: Amending and adopting Personnel Policies Handbook

The City Council continued two items regarding a proposed Chick-fil-A restaurant to September 5, 2023, to further evaluate parking and traffic. The Council also approved a first reading for wastewater system expansion and established an Education Advisory Committee.

• Continued Resolution 2023-16 (Special Exception for fast-food drive-thru) to Sept 5, 2023 (5-0)
• Continued Resolution 2023-17 (Site and development plan for Chick-fil-A) to Sept 5, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-09 (First Reading) for wastewater system expansion (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-31 to establish an Education Advisory Committee with revised language (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-30 amending Personnel Policies Handbook (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-32 for $69,300.96 DHS Grant Application for firefighters (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-33 Traffic Control Jurisdiction Agreement for Ranchette Road Townhomes (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-36 CDBG Agreement for Phase 2 Lift Station sewer project (5-0)

City Council

The City Council agreed to a 6.3 millage rate for the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. Council members also discussed pickleball court options and expressed a preference for an indoor court in the Community Center.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Agreed on a 6.3 millage rate (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including labor agreements and waste service rates. The primary discussion item involves a resolution to create an Education Advisory Committee.

• Ratification of collective bargaining agreements for firefighters and paramedics through September 30, 2026
• Approval of residential solid waste collection service assessment rates for fiscal year 2023
• Resolution to create an Education Advisory Committee
• Application for the FY 2023 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) for law enforcement equipment
• Agreement with Palm Beach County for a Senior Congregate Meal Program

The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, lien resolutions, collective bargaining agreements with firefighter unions, a facilities agreement, a grant application, solid waste assessment rates, and a write-off. No regular agenda items were discussed. The council also discussed creating an Education Advisory Committee but took no formal action.

• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 2023-24 (liens) (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-25 ratifying collective bargaining agreements with IAFF Local 2928 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-26 for Senior Congregate Meal Program host site (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-27 authorizing JAG grant application (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-28 setting solid waste assessment rate (4-0)
• Approved solid waste write-off (4-0)

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate Hearing reviews five cases involving expired permits, unpermitted work, incomplete business inspections, and parking violations. The hearing addresses compliance with city building and zoning codes, business tax receipt requirements, and sidewalk obstruction rules.

• Case 2-23-9689: Rhonda Norwood at 5010 Nautica Lake Cir – expired fence permit without inspections
• Case 4-22-9170: Charmante Volmar at 4740 Chariot Cir – unpermitted pavers with expired permit
• Case 4-23-9784: Food Max at 5730 10 Ave N – incomplete business tax receipt (BTR #900059) lacking life safety inspection and alcohol license
• Case 00124: Pedro Ruiz Lemus – $35 citation for vehicle blocking sidewalk at 5683 S 38 Ct
• Case 00191: Wong Chuck Yao & Si Tou Sou Mui – $35 citation for vehicle blocking sidewalk at 253 Broward Ave

The Special Magistrate heard five code enforcement cases, all with no representatives present except one. Compliance was ordered in each case, with daily fines accruing until violations are corrected. Fines ranged from $50 to $100 per day, with one case already owing $14,600.

• Ordered compliance within 30 days for expired fence permit at 5010 Nautica Lake Cir, $50/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance for unpermitted pavers at 4740 Chariot Cir, $100/day fine, $14,600 already accrued
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for incomplete business tax receipt at 5730 10 Ave N, $100/day fine if not corrected
• Continued $100/day fine for vehicle blocking sidewalk at 5683 S 38 Ct, $35 citation balance owed
• Continued $100/day fine for vehicle blocking sidewalk at 253 Broward Ave, $35 citation balance owed

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate Hearing reviews five pending code-enforcement cases involving expired permits, unpermitted work, incomplete business inspections, and sidewalk-parking citations. No new ordinances or contracts are decided; the magistrate hears evidence and may issue orders to correct violations.

• Fence permit expired without inspections at 5010 Nautica Lake Cir
• Unpermitted pavers installed at 4740 Chariot Cir
• Food Max (5730 10 Ave N) needs life-safety inspection and alcohol-license copy
• Pedro Ruiz Lemus owes $35 sidewalk-blocking citation
• Wong Chuck Yao & Si Tou Sou Mui owe $35 sidewalk-blocking citation

The Special Magistrate heard five code enforcement cases, all with no representatives present except one. Compliance orders were issued with daily fines for expired permits, unpermitted work, incomplete business tax receipts, and unpaid citations. Fines continue to accrue where violations remain uncorrected.

• Ordered compliance within 30 days for expired fence permit at 5010 Nautica Lake Cir, with $50/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance for unpermitted pavers at 4740 Chariot Cir, with $100/day fine continuing; fines to date $14,600
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for incomplete business tax receipt at 5730 10 Ave N, with $100/day fine if not corrected
• Continued $100/day fine and noted $35 outstanding citation for vehicle blocking sidewalk at 5683 S 38 Ct
• Continued $100/day fine and noted $35 outstanding citation for vehicle blocking sidewalk at 253 Broward Ave

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances to change the future land use and zoning of a 4.993-acre parcel at 6645 Chickasaw Road from residential medium to residential high density. The council will also consider several proclamations, presentations, and consent agenda items, including a holiday lighting contract and an EMS shelter staffing amendment.

• Ordinance 2023-06: Future land use change for 4.993 acres at 6645 Chickasaw Road from RS-RM to RS-RH
• Ordinance 2023-07: Zoning change for same parcel from RM-2 to RH
• Resolution 2023-23: Agreement with Shellard Lighting Designs LLC for holiday lighting at Samuel J. Ferreri Community Park
• First Amendment EMS Shelter Staffing Agreement
• Proclamations for KidsFit Jamathon, Parks and Recreation Month, and Parks Professionals Day

The Greenacres City Council approved second readings for an ordinance changing the future land use designation and an ordinance changing the zoning map for a 4.993-acre parcel at 6645 Chickasaw Road, both passing with a 4-1 vote. The Council also approved the consent agenda, designated Mayor Flores as the Florida League of Cities annual conference voting delegate, and reached a consensus to create an Education Advisory Board while declining to move forward with a fire assessment.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved the Consent Agenda including June 5 minutes, Shellard Lighting Designs holiday lighting agreement, and First Amendment EMS Shelter Staffing Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-06 for land use change at 6645 Chickasaw Road from Residential Medium to Residential High Density (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-07 for zoning change at 6645 Chickasaw Road from Residential Medium-2 to Residential High (4-1)
• Designated Mayor Flores as voting delegate for the Florida League of Cities Annual Conference
• Reached consensus not to move forward with a fire assessment
• Reached consensus to move forward with creating an Education Advisory board

City Council

The Greenacres City Council is holding a special meeting to review the preliminary Fiscal Year 2024 budget and set the tentative millage (property tax) rate for 2024. These are the only two substantive items on the agenda, with the rest being procedural. The meeting will include public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items.

• FY 2024 Preliminary Budget Review
• Setting of tentative millage rate for 2024

The City Council held a special meeting to review the preliminary fiscal year 2024 budget and establish a tentative millage rate. Council members reached a consensus to move forward with live streaming city meetings and requested additional business models regarding potential pickleball court coverings. No other formal legislative actions were taken.

• Approved setting the tentative 2024 millage rate at 6.3 (5-0)
• Consensus reached to proceed with live streaming city meetings

Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a site plan for a new Chick-fil-A restaurant and hold a quasi-judicial hearing on three parking-related variances for a property at 465 Swain Blvd. The board will also receive a presentation from the City Attorney on its responsibilities and duties.

• Site plan approval for a 4,646 sq ft Chick-fil-A at River Bridge Centre (SW corner of Forest Hill Blvd and S. Jog Rd)
• Variance to reduce parking from 9 to 3 spaces at 465 Swain Blvd
• Variance to allow reduced parallel parking space dimensions (11 ft x 20 ft and 11 ft x 22.8 ft)
• Variance to allow three 15-ft-wide driveway entrances instead of required 25 ft
• Presentation by City Attorney on board duties

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals approved a site plan for a new Chick-fil-A restaurant at the River Bridge Centre. The board also granted three parking and driveway variances for a residential triplex located at 465 Swain Blvd.

• Approved Resolution 2023-17 for Chick-fil-A site plan (5-0)
• Approved BA-23-02 for three parking and driveway variances (5-0)

Special Magistrate Hearing

The City of Greenacres Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on June 28, 2023, to address four code enforcement cases involving unpermitted construction, an unregistered vehicle, a missing business tax receipt, and a shed conversion. The agenda includes new and old business items, with no other substantive decisions.

• Case 3-23-9728: Erick Ovilma, 228 Martin Ave, rear addition without permit
• Case 3-23-9737: Jose & Maria Soto, 312 Broward Ave, unregistered vehicle
• Case 3-23-9758: Imran Raza, Citgo, business tax receipt and life safety inspection
• Case 11-22-9574: Miriam E Cifuentes, 3473 Chickasaw Cir, shed converted to living space without permit

The Special Magistrate heard four code enforcement cases, ordering compliance within 15-30 days or daily fines would accrue. No representatives appeared for one case. All cases resulted in compliance orders with potential fines.

• Case 3-23-9728: Ordered compliance within 30 days for unpermitted rear addition and missing house number, $100/day fine if not corrected
• Case 3-23-9737: Ordered compliance within 15 days for unregistered vehicle with expired tag, $50/day fine if not corrected
• Case 3-23-9758: Ordered compliance within 30 days for incomplete business tax receipt and life safety inspection, $100/day fine if not corrected
• Case 11-22-9574: Ordered compliance within 30 days for unpermitted shed conversion and pavers, $50/day fine if not corrected

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Special Magistrate will hear several cases regarding code violations, including unpermitted construction, vehicle registration issues, and business tax receipt requirements. The meeting includes both new business and old business items related to property and business compliance.

• Case 3-23-9728: Unpermitted rear addition at 228 Martin Ave
• Case 3-23-9737: Unregistered and expired tag vehicle at 312 Broward Ave
• Case 3-23-9758: Citgo life safety inspection requirement for Masidsha
• Case 11-22-9574: Unpermitted shed extension and pavers at 3473 Chickasaw Cir

Special Magistrate Roche issued compliance orders for four properties involving unpermitted construction, vehicle violations, and missing business inspections. Each case includes a deadline for correction and daily fines for non-compliance.

• Ordered 228 Martin Ave to comply within 30 days or face $100/day fine
• Ordered 312 Broward Ave to comply within 15 days or face $50/day fine
• Ordered Masidsha – Citgo to comply within 30 days or face $100/day fine
• Ordered 3473 Chickasaw Cir to comply within 30 days or face $50/day fine

City Council

The Greenacres City Council is holding a special meeting after its regular meeting to discuss Fiscal Year 2024 items. The agenda includes a Capital Improvement Project Review, consideration of new positions, and a discussion of city events, all presented by City Manager Andrea McCue. Public comments are limited to agenda items during the regular agenda portion.

• Capital Improvement Project Review for Fiscal Year 2024
• New positions discussion for Fiscal Year 2024
• City events discussion for Fiscal Year 2024
• Public comments on agenda items only
• Meeting held at City Hall Council Chambers, 5800 Melaleuca Lane

The City Council held a special meeting to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2024 budget, including capital improvement projects, new positions, and city events. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was informational only. Councilmembers discussed potential additions like live-streaming meetings and a fire assessment fee, which were directed for further research.

• Agenda approved (3-0, with two members absent)
• No formal decisions made on FY2024 budget items; review only
• Council agreed to have staff research fire assessment fee and add discussion to upcoming agenda
• Mayor suggested live-streaming council meetings; staff to research
• Mayor suggested indoor pickleball court with entry fee; staff to research

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will hold first readings on two ordinances to change the future land use and zoning of a 4.993-acre parcel at 6645 Chickasaw Road from medium to high residential density, as requested by the owner. The council will also hold a quasi-judicial public hearing on a special exception for a fast-food drive-through restaurant at River Bridge Centre, and a public hearing on a comprehensive plan amendment for multiple future land use designations. Consent items include an interlocal agreement for EMS grant equipment reimbursement and a board appointment.

• Ordinance 2023-06: First reading to change future land use at 6645 Chickasaw Road from Residential Medium (RS-RM) to Residential High (RS-RH)
• Ordinance 2023-07: First reading to rezone 6645 Chickasaw Road from RM-2 to RH
• Ordinance 2023-08: Public hearing on adopting a multiple future land use designation in the Comprehensive Plan
• Resolution 2023-16: Quasi-judicial hearing for a special exception for a fast-food drive-through at River Bridge Centre (Forest Hill Blvd & South Jog Rd)
• Resolution 2023-22: Authorizing interlocal agreement with Palm Beach County for EMS grant equipment reimbursement of $15,562.74

The City Council approved first readings of ordinances to change the future land use and zoning of a 4.993-acre parcel at 6645 Chickasaw Road from medium to high density residential, despite Deputy Mayor Noble's opposition. The Council also approved a consent agenda including minutes, an EMS grant interlocal agreement, and a board appointment. A public hearing on a new multiple future land use designation was approved on first reading, and a special exception for a fast-food drive-through at River Bridge Centre was removed from the agenda.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-06 on first reading to change future land use at 6645 Chickasaw Road to Residential High Density (2-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-07 on first reading to rezone 6645 Chickasaw Road to Residential High (2-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-08 on first reading to adopt a multiple future land use designation (2-1)
• Approved consent agenda including May 15, 2023 minutes, EMS grant interlocal agreement ($15,562.74), and board appointment of Vania Siffrant (3-0)
• Removed Agenda Item 10 (special exception for fast-food drive-through at River Bridge Centre) from the agenda

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Special Magistrate heard three code enforcement cases and ordered compliance for each, with daily fines if not corrected. No representatives appeared for two cases, and one representative said a new permit would be submitted. The next hearing is scheduled for June 28, 2023.

• Ordered compliance within 30 days for fence without permit at 461 Swain Blvd, else $100/day fine
• Ordered compliance within 45 days for rear structure without permit at 210 Jackson Ave, else $100/day fine
• Ordered compliance within 45 days for expired permits at 5305 Lake Worth Rd, else $100/day fine

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Special Magistrate heard three code enforcement cases and ordered compliance within 30 or 45 days, with $100 per day fines for non-compliance. No representatives appeared for two cases; one representative said a new permit would be submitted. No cases were tabled, cited, or appealed.

• Case 10-22-9564 (Toda Bella LLC, 461 Swain Blvd): ordered compliance within 30 days for unpermitted fence, $100/day fine if not corrected
• Case 11-22-9591 (Aldo Rojas, 210 Jackson Ave): ordered compliance within 45 days for unpermitted rear structure, $100/day fine if not corrected
• Case 2-23-9700 (Worth Plaza LLC, 5305 Lake Worth Rd): ordered compliance within 45 days for expired permits and work without permits, $100/day fine if not corrected

City Council

The Greenacres City Council is meeting to receive legislative updates from state representatives, present proclamations and scholarship awards, and vote on several consent agenda items including contracts for youth programs, fire rescue uniforms, and an interlocal agreement. No items are on the regular agenda, and the meeting includes a discussion on planning for the city's 100th anniversary.

• Resolution 2023-14: Authorizing FY 2023/24 Statewide School Readiness provider contract with Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County
• Resolution 2023-15: Authorizing FY 2023/24 Children's Services Council scholarship provider contract with Early Learning Coalition
• Resolution 2023-20: Authorizing amendment and renewal of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Palm Beach County for Urban County Program FY 2025-2027
• Resolution 2023-21: Approving agreement with Seacoast Embroidery, Inc. for Fire Rescue Department uniforms
• Proclamations for Mental Health Awareness Month, National EMS Week, and National Public Works Week

The City Council approved several resolutions via the consent agenda, including contracts for youth programs and fire rescue uniforms. The council also authorized an agreement to continue participating in the Palm Beach County Urban County Program through 2027.

• Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved Resolution 2023-14 for FY 2023/24 Statewide School Readiness provider contract
• Approved Resolution 2023-15 for FY 2023/24 Children’s Services Council scholarship provider contract
• Approved Resolution 2023-20 to renew Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for Urban County Program (2025-2027)
• Approved Resolution 2023-21 for Seacoast Embroidery, Inc. to provide Fire Rescue uniforms
• Ratified Educational Scholarships

Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Greenacres Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct public hearings on three land-use petitions for a Chickasaw Road property and two quasi-judicial hearings on a Chick-fil-A drive-thru proposal in the River Bridge Centre. A city attorney will also present on the board’s duties.

• Land-use change from Medium Residential to Residential High at 6645 Chickasaw Road (CPA-23-02)
• Zoning change from Residential Medium to Residential High at 6645 Chickasaw Road (ZC-23-01)
• Special Exception for Chick-fil-A fast-food restaurant with drive-thru at River Bridge Centre, SW corner of Forest Hill Blvd & S. Jog Road (SE-21-03)
• Variance request for landscaping buffers and bypass lane for withdrawn Chick-fil-A petition (BA-23-01)
• Presentation by City Attorney on board responsibilities

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals approved all four substantive items on the agenda, including a land use change and a zoning change for a property at 6645 Chickasaw Road, a new multiple future land use designation, and a special exception for a Chick-Fil-A restaurant. A variance request for the restaurant was withdrawn. The board also approved the agenda and minutes, and postponed a presentation by the City Attorney.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-06, land use change from Medium to High Residential at 6645 Chickasaw Road (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-07, zoning change from RM-2 to RH at 6645 Chickasaw Road (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-08, creating a multiple future land use designation (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-16, special exception for Chick-Fil-A drive-thru at River Bridge Centre (5-0)
• Withdrawn: BA-23-01, variance request for Chick-Fil-A landscape buffers and by-pass lane
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes for February 16, 2023 (5-0)

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate Hearing will consider four code enforcement cases involving unpermitted construction, including a shed conversion, paver installations, an electric sign, and solar panels. The magistrate may order repairs, demolition, or fine reductions. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and scheduling the next hearing.

• Case 11-22-9574: Miriam E Cifuentes, 3473 Chickasaw Cir — shed converted to living space with electric/plumbing without permits
• Case 11-21-8802: Altagracia Acosta & Antonio Ortiz, 516 Walker Ave — unpermitted paver driveway extension; fines to date $1,150
• Case 9-19-7269: Maha & Haifa Inc, 5050 Lake Worth Rd — unpermitted electric sign; fines to date $9,575
• Case 10-21-8729: Esther A Alarcon & Albert Martinez, 5600 S 38 St — unpermitted solar panels; fines to date $16,500

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate Hearing will review four cases of unpermitted construction work, including shed conversions, paver installations, an electric sign, and solar panels. Each case involves violations of city building codes and may result in fines or further enforcement actions.

• Case 11-22-9574: Miriam E Cifuentes, 3473 Chickasaw Cir — shed converted to living space without permits; $1,150 in fines
• Case 11-21-8802: Altagracia Acosta & Antonio Ortiz, 516 Walker Ave — unpermitted driveway pavers
• Case 9-19-7269: Maha & Haifa Inc, 5050 Lake Worth Rd — unpermitted electric sign; $9,575 in fines
• Case 10-21-8729: Esther A Alarcon & Albert Martinez, 5600 S 38 St — unpermitted solar panels; $16,500 in fines

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will hold a public hearing on a budget amendment for the current fiscal year, and vote on a sewer construction contract and a wireless tower lease amendment. They will also discuss city shutter regulations and receive departmental reports.

• Ordinance 2023-05: second reading to amend FY2022-23 budget
• Resolution 2023-13: sewer main and manhole installation contract with TCLM Enterprise, Inc.
• Resolution 2023-12: fourth amendment to tower lease with NCWPCS/MPL 26-year site Tower Holdings LLC
• Discussion of city shutter regulations
• EMS write-off per April 2023 listing

The Greenacres City Council approved the consent agenda, including the April 3 minutes, an EMS write-off, a lease amendment for tower space, and a sewer construction agreement. They also approved Ordinance 2023-05 on second reading, amending the FY 2022-23 budget. A discussion on reviewing hurricane shutter regulations ended with a majority opposed to revisiting the ordinance.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, EMS write-off, lease amendment, and sewer contract (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-05 budget amendment on second reading (4-0)
• Discussed but did not vote on reviewing hurricane shutter regulations; majority opposed

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will vote on accepting a $150,000 U.S. Department of Transportation Safe Streets and Roads for All grant to develop a comprehensive safety action plan. The council will also consider amending the current fiscal year budget and authorize an agreement amendment for Dillman Trail with FDOT.

• Accept $150,000 SS4A grant for road safety action plan
• Amend FY2022-2023 budget via Ordinance 2023-05
• Authorize FDOT Local Agency Program Agreement Amendment #1 for Dillman Trail
• Reappoint Roxana Hunt Gale and appoint Shalana Browne/Widline Pierre to Scholarship Committee
• Appoint new Deputy Mayor

The Greenacres City Council approved a first-reading budget amendment for FY2023, increasing revenues by $150,000 and expenditures by $379,000. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a $150,000 federal grant for a safety action plan, and reappointed/appointed members to the Scholarship Committee. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Ordinance 2023-05 (FY2023 budget amendment) on first reading (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 2023-11 (FDOT LAP agreement for Dillman Trail) and Resolution 2023-10 (accepting $150,000 SS4A grant) (5-0)
• Reappointed Roxana Hunt Gale and appointed Shalana Browne and Widline Pierre to Scholarship Committee (5-0)

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate will hear seven code enforcement cases involving unpermitted construction and property maintenance violations, plus requests for fine reductions. The meeting also includes a status update on a septic system repair case and approval of prior minutes.

• Case 11-22-9597: Andrew O Amerson, 305 Fleming Ave, rear aluminum structure without permit
• Case 1-23-9624: Marcial Romero, 540 Jackson Ave, roof work without permit
• Case 1-23-9639: Asaduzzaman Khan & Shakila Sharman, 109 Jackson Ave, shed without permit
• Case 6-22-9262: Rafael DeJesus Dieguez & Cecilia Merino, 4630 Cenurian Cir, pavers without permit
• Fine reduction: Pedro J Hernandez, 5610 S 38 St, fines to date $180,900; Esther A Alarcon, 5600 S 36 St, fines $30,675

The Special Magistrate heard four new code enforcement cases involving unpermitted structures and ordered compliance within 30-60 days, with $50/day fines for non-compliance. Two fine reduction requests were granted, reducing fines to 10% of the accrued amounts, payable within 60 days or reverting to full amounts. One case was not heard due to no representative present, and one old business case was continued for a status update.

• Ordered compliance within 30 days for unpermitted rear aluminum structure at 305 Fleming Ave, else $50/day fine
• Ordered compliance within 60 days for unpermitted roof work at 540 Jackson Ave, else $50/day fine
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for unpermitted shed at 109 Jackson Ave, else $50/day fine
• Ordered compliance within 45 days for unpermitted pavers at 4630 Cenurian Cir, else $50/day fine
• Reduced fines from $180,900 to $18,090 for property at 5610 S 38 St, payable in 60 days or revert
• Reduced fines from $5,650 to $565 for property at 5855 S 38 St, payable in 60 days or revert
• Continued septic repair case at 301 Fleming Ave for status update on May 24, 2023

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding land use and zoning changes for six parcels totaling approximately 7.9636 acres. The Council will also discuss the establishment of an Education Advisory Committee.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance 2023-04 to change land use designation for 7.9636 acres at Lake Worth Road and Jog Road
• Public Hearing: Ordinance 2023-03 to change zoning from General Commercial (CG) to Commercial Intensive (CI) for 7.9636 acres
• Discussion: Establishment of an Education Advisory Committee

The City Council approved two ordinances on second reading, changing the future land use designation and zoning for six parcels totaling about 7.96 acres at the southeast corner of Lake Worth Road and Jog Road. Both ordinances passed unanimously with four yea votes. The council also discussed establishing an Education Advisory Committee but did not vote on it.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-04 changing future land use designation from Commercial High to Commercial for six parcels (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-03 changing zoning from General Commercial to Commercial Intensive for six parcels (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from March 6, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved agenda (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold several public hearings regarding zoning amendments and land use changes. Key items include requests for car wash developments at 4840 Lake Worth Road and a major zoning change near Lake Worth Road and Jog Road.

• Zoning change for 3.62 acres at 4840 Lake Worth Road to allow a standalone car wash
• Zoning change for 7.9636 acres at Lake Worth Road and Jog Road
• Amendment to the Greenacres Property Maintenance Code
• Ordinance to allow outside car detailing at standalone car washes in CI districts
• Amendment to sign regulations regarding maximum sign copy area

The City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including the second reading of an update to the Greenacres Property Maintenance Code requiring hurricane shutters to be removed or opened within 14 days after a storm. The council also approved zoning changes, a special exception, and a site development plan for a standalone Mint Eco Car Wash at 4840 Lake Worth Road, alongside approving various consent agenda items and first readings for newly annexed parcels at Lake Worth Road and Jog Road.

• Approved Agenda (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Feb 1 and Feb 6 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-35 allowing outside car detailing at standalone car washes in CI zoning district on second reading (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-36 for zoning change from CG to CI for 3.62 acres at 4840 Lake Worth Road on second reading (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-37 updating the Property Maintenance Code with a 14-day hurricane shutter removal timeframe on second reading (3-1, Councilmember Noble voted nay)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-01 clarifying maximum sign copy area in sign regulations on second reading (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-06 for a Special Exception for a standalone car wash at 4840 Lake Worth Road (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-07 for a site and development plan for a standalone car wash at 4840 Lake Worth Road (4-0)

Special Magistrate Hearing

The City of Greenacres Special Magistrate will hear 15 code enforcement cases involving property maintenance, unpermitted work, and other violations. The meeting includes new business, old business, and a reduction of fines request. The agenda is primarily procedural, with no major policy decisions.

• Case 4-22-9179: Unpermitted tile, shower, and bath renovation at 6434 Red Pine Ln #B
• Case 7-22-9358: Garbage and debris around dumpster at 101 Waterway Village Ct
• Case 8-22-9461: Unpermitted interior remodel at 5305 Lake Worth Rd
• Case 10-21-8729: Solar panels installed without permit at 5600 S 36 St
• Case 10-22-9569: Electric panel fire at 600 Nottingham Cir

The Special Magistrate heard 15 code enforcement cases, ordering compliance or reducing fines on several properties. New violations at 6434 Red Pine Ln, 101 Waterway Village Ct, and 101 Island Shores Dr received compliance deadlines with daily fines if not met. The case for 5305 Lake Worth Rd was continued to March 29, 2023. Fines were reduced for properties at 401 Fleming Ave, 2145 White Pine Cir, 3201 Santa Catalina Pl, 148 Swain Blvd, 408-412 Jennings Ave, and 214 Wedgewood Cir, with payment deadlines and reversion clauses. Compliance for 600 Nottingham Cir was extended to August 21, 2023. Three cases for 453 Jennings Ave were noted as heading to foreclosure with no representative present.

• Ordered compliance within 30 days for unpermitted bath renovation at 6434 Red Pine Ln, else $50/day fine
• Ordered compliance within 15 days for trash by dumpster at 101 Waterway Village Ct, else $50/day fine
• Ordered compliance within 15 days for trash by dumpster at 101 Island Shores Dr, else $50/day fine
• Continued case for unpermitted interior remodel at 5305 Lake Worth Rd to March 29, 2023
• Reduced fines to $2,962.50 (from $29,625) for property maintenance at 401 Fleming Ave, payable in 60 days
• Reduced fines to $1,250 (from $12,500) for unpermitted A/C at 2145 White Pine Cir, payable in 45 days
• Reduced fines to $790 (from $7,900) for wrecked vehicle at 3201 Santa Catalina Pl, payable in 60 days
• Extended compliance for electric panel fire at 600 Nottingham Cir to August 21, 2023

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate hears 15 cases involving unpermitted construction, property maintenance nuisances, and unsafe structures. The panel reviews violations such as unpermitted renovations, debris around dumpsters, inoperative vehicles, and missing house numbers.

• Unpermitted tile/shower/bath renovation at 6434 Red Pine Ln #B
• Garbage/trash debris violations at Waterway Village Ct and Island Shores Dr
• Unpermitted interior remodel at 5305 Lake Worth Rd
• Solar panels installed without permit at 5600 S 36 St
• Inoperative vehicle and property maintenance issues at 453 Jennings Ave

Special Magistrate Amity R. Bernard heard various property maintenance and unpermitted construction cases, ordering compliance within specified days or assessing daily fines. The magistrate also granted fine reductions for several properties with existing liens, while cases involving Marie G. Hilaire at 453 Jennings Ave were noted for impending foreclosure due to accumulated liens totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars.

• Ordered compliance within 30 days for unpermitted shower renovation at 6434 Red Pine Ln #B or face $50 per day fine
• Ordered compliance within 15 days for trash accumulation at 101 Waterway Village Ct or face $50 per day fine
• Ordered compliance within 15 days for trash accumulation at 101 Island Shores Dr or face $50 per day fine
• Moved case 8-22-9461 for unpermitted interior remodel at 5305 Lake Worth Rd to March 29, 2023 meeting
• Reduced fines to $2,962.50 for property maintenance violations at 401 Fleming Ave, payable within 60 days
• Reduced fines to $1,250.00 for unpermitted A/C installation at 2145 White Pine Cir #D, payable within 45 days
• Reduced fines to $790.00 for wrecked vehicle at 3201 Santa Catalina Pl, payable within 60 days
• Reduced fines to $905.00 for unpermitted pavers and concrete slab at 148 Swain Blvd, payable within 45 days

Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a site plan for a new car wash and a zoning change for recently annexed properties. The board will also discuss its own responsibilities and duties. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and routine administrative items.

• Site plan approval for 4,414 sq. ft. Mint Eco Car Wash at 4840 Lake Worth Road
• Zoning change from Palm Beach County Commercial General to City of Greenacres Commercial Intensive for 7.9636 acres at six properties on S Jog Road and Lake Worth Road
• Discussion of board responsibilities and duties
• Approval of minutes from December 8, 2022 and January 12, 2023

City Council

The Greenacres City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on two ordinances: one clarifying sign size limits for identification signs and another relocating and amending the property maintenance code. The council will also consider consent items including a solid waste write-off of $2,980.37 and a traffic control agreement with Catalina Estates HOA, plus three proclamations.

• Public hearing: Ordinance 2023-01, first reading, to amend sign regulations (Section 16-983) to clarify maximum sign copy area
• Public hearing: Ordinance 2022-37, first reading, to delete Section 4-4 and create new Chapter 7 Article 8 'Greenacres Property Maintenance Code'
• Consent: Write-off of $2,980.37 in outstanding solid waste balance
• Consent: Resolution 2022-05 approving traffic control jurisdiction agreement with Catalina Estates Homeowners' Association
• Proclamations: Black History Month, Random Acts of Kindness (Feb 17), Pink Shirt Day (Feb 22)

The Greenacres City Council approved the consent agenda, including a solid waste write-off and a traffic control agreement, and passed first readings of two ordinances: one clarifying sign copy area regulations and another moving the property maintenance code into the city code. The council also reappointed Emily Jacob-Robarts to the Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals for another three-year term. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 6:29 PM.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, $2,980.37 solid waste write-off, and traffic control agreement with Catalina Estates HOA (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-01 on first reading to clarify sign copy area regulations (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-37 on first reading to move property maintenance code into city code (5-0)
• Reappointed Emily Jacob-Robarts to Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals for 3-year term (5-0)

City Council

The Greenacres City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a workshop on the Comprehensive Plan Evaluation and Review (EAR) process. The city must transmit EAR-based amendments to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity by September 1, 2023. The workshop is intended to provide early council input on the amendment process, which has included consultant hiring, stakeholder meetings, and input from the Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals.

• Workshop on Comprehensive Plan Evaluation and Review (EAR) amendments
• Deadline to transmit EAR-based amendments: September 1, 2023
• Consultants hired to assist with the EAR process
• Input received from stakeholders, community, and Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals

The City Council held a workshop to provide input on the Comprehensive Plan Evaluation and Review (EAR) amendments, which must be transmitted to the state by September 1, 2023. Council members discussed and agreed on several goals, including rounding off city borders through annexation, creating a greener city, and exploring economic development, healthy communities, housing, recreation, and transportation improvements. No formal votes were taken; the workshop was for discussion and input only.

• Agreed to round off city borders via annexation (South to Lantana, North to Summit, West to Turnpike, East to Military Trail)
• Agreed to pursue greener city initiatives (education, charging stations, septic-to-sewer, solar panels, community gardens)
• Discussed economic development recommendations (marketing study, business attraction, redevelopment incentives)
• Discussed healthy communities focus (physical activity, obesity, mental health, complete streets)
• Discussed housing element (mixed-use development, attainable housing, increased building heights)
• Discussed recreation and open space ideas (court roofs, misting stations, dog park, splash park, volleyball courts)
• Discussed transportation improvements (mobility, congestion, pedestrian/bike traffic, signal coordination, street lighting)

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on January 25, 2023, to consider three code enforcement cases involving properties on Walker Ave and S Jog Rd. The cases address unpermitted construction, window sign coverage, and improper RV use. The meeting will also include approval of prior minutes and scheduling of the next hearing.

• Case 11-21-8802: Unpermitted paver driveway extension at 516 Walker Ave (Altagracia Acosta & Antonio Ortiz)
• Case 5-22-9199: Window signs covering over 25% of glass at 3094 S Jog (Buttonwood Plaza Ltd / Tech Smart)
• Case 7-21-8588: Unpermitted shed, fence, stucco, and RV use at 360 Walker Ave (Kenia Raimond & Bryan Turner)
• Approval of minutes from 12/08/22
• Next hearing scheduled for 02/22/23

The Special Magistrate heard three code enforcement cases and ordered compliance with deadlines and daily fines for non-compliance. No cases were dismissed or denied; all were resolved with compliance orders.

• Ordered compliance within 30 days for unpermitted pavers at 516 Walker Ave, with $50/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for oversized window signs at 3094 S Jog, with $75/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 90 days for unpermitted shed, fence, slab, stucco work and RV use at 360 Walker Ave, with $75/day fine if not corrected

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on January 25, 2023, to address three code enforcement cases involving unpermitted work and other violations. The cases include a driveway paver extension without permits, excessive window signs at a commercial property, and unpermitted shed/fence/stucco work plus improper RV use. The meeting will also approve minutes from a prior hearing and schedule the next one.

• Case 11-21-8802: Altagracia Acosta & Antonio Ortiz, 516 Walker Ave – pavers on driveway extension without permit/inspections (Sections 105.1, 110.1)
• Case 5-22-9199: Buttonwood Plaza Ltd, 3094 S Jog (Tech Smart) – store window panes over 25% covered (Section 16992)
• Case 7-21-8588: Kenia Raimond & Bryan Turner, 360 Walker Ave – shed, fence slab, stucco work without permits; RV used for sleeping/living (Sections 105.1, 110.1, 14-28c1e)

The Special Magistrate Hearing addressed three code enforcement cases, ordering property owners to correct violations within set timeframes or face daily fines. One case was contested by the property owner, one had no representative present, and one involved multiple unpermitted improvements.

• Ordered compliance within 30 days for unpermitted pavers at 516 Walker Ave, with $50/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for oversized window signs at 3094 S Jog, with $75/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 90 days for unpermitted shed, fence, slab, and stucco work at 360 Walker Ave, with $75/day fine if not corrected

Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three quasi-judicial items: a tabled variance request for a house of worship, a variance and special exception for a standalone car wash, and a zoning text amendment on sign regulations. The board will also appoint a chair and vice chair and approve minutes from October 2022.

• BA-22-01: Variances for 5083 Lake Worth Road (house of worship) — tabled to Feb 9, 2023
• BA-22-02: Variance to reduce lot width from 200 ft to 140 ft for Mint Eco Standalone Car Wash at 4840 Lake Worth Road
• SE-22-03: Special exception for standalone car wash in commercial intensive district at 4840 Lake Worth Road
• ZTA-22-18: Zoning text amendment to clarify maximum sign copy area for identification signs

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance (BA-22-02) and a special exception (SE-22-03) for a standalone car wash at 4840 Lake Worth Road, both by 5-0 votes. The board also approved a zoning text amendment (ZTA-22-18) clarifying sign copy area regulations, also 5-0. The appeal for variances at 5083 Lake Worth Road (BA-22-01) was tabled to the February 9, 2023 meeting at the petitioner's request. The board elected Emily Jacob-Robarts as Chair and Danette Fitzgerald as Vice Chair.

• Approved variance BA-22-02 for car wash lot width reduction from 200 to 140 feet (5-0)
• Approved special exception SE-22-03 for standalone car wash in Commercial Intensive district (5-0)
• Approved zoning text amendment ZTA-22-18 to clarify sign copy area (5-0)
• Tabled BA-22-01 (variance requests for 5083 Lake Worth Road) to February 9, 2023
• Elected Emily Jacob-Robarts as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Danette Fitzgerald as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances to rezone about 20 acres at the southeast corner of Lake Worth Road and Jog Road, changing the future land use and zoning designations. They will also consider a budget amendment, a land conveyance, and several consent agenda items including contracts for emergency shelter, tower lease, fence installation, and printing services. A proclamation for Arbor Day and removal of acrylic dais partitions are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 2022-39: Change future land use of 20.1183 acres at 6400-6490 Lake Worth Road and 4180 S. Jog Road from Commercial High to Commercial
• Ordinance 2022-40: Rezone same parcel from General Commercial to Commercial Intensive
• Ordinance 2022-41: Convey 6,804 sq ft strip of land adjacent to 1105 S. Jog Road
• Ordinance 2022-43: Amend FY 2022-23 budget
• Resolution 2023-01: Approve host shelter contract with Palm Beach County for emergency use of Greenacres Community Center

The Greenacres City Council approved several ordinances on second reading, including land use and zoning changes for a 20.1183-acre parcel at Lake Worth and Jog Roads, a land conveyance, and a budget amendment. The council also approved a consent agenda with resolutions for a shelter contract, tower lease amendment, and professional services agreements. No public comments were made on agenda items.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-39 changing future land use designation to Commercial (CM) (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-40 changing zoning to Commercial Intensive (CI) (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-41 conveying 6,804 sq ft strip of land (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-43 amending FY 2022-23 budget (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Resolutions 2023-01 through 2023-08 (5-0)
• Agreed to keep dais partitions and review monthly/bi-monthly