Greenacres public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will hold public hearings and vote on three ordinances: one updating outdoor lighting and fence regulations, one adding trespass warnings for lodging on public lands, and one amending the FY2025 budget. The consent agenda includes a fire/EMS fee increase with Atlantis and several appointments. Department reports will be presented.

• Ordinance 2024-19: updates outdoor lighting and fence regulations (second reading)
• Ordinance 2024-28: adds trespass warnings for lodging on public lands (second reading)
• Ordinance 2024-29: amends FY2025 budget (second reading)
• Resolution 2024-67: approves FY2025 fire/EMS fee increase with City of Atlantis
• Appointments: Marcia Merritt to Education Advisory Committee; reappointments to Planning and Zoning Board

The Greenacres City Council approved three ordinances on second reading: Ordinance 2024-19 updating outdoor lighting and fence regulations, Ordinance 2024-28 adding trespass warnings for lodging on public lands and facility rules, and Ordinance 2024-29 amending the FY2025 budget. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The council also approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, a fire services agreement with Atlantis, and appointments.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-19 (outdoor lighting and fence regulations) on second reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-28 (trespass warnings and facility rules) on second reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-29 (FY2025 budget amendment) on second reading (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, Resolution 2024-67 (fire services with Atlantis), and appointments (5-0)

Education Advisory Committee

The Greenacres Education Advisory Committee is meeting to hear a presentation from Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School's principal, appoint a chair and vice-chair, assign school liaisons, and discuss meeting frequency. The committee also promotes school programs and oversees scholarship awards.

• Presentation by Oscar Otero, Principal, Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School
• Appointment of committee Chair and Vice-Chair
• Appointment of School Liaisons for 17 schools (2 per member)
• Discussion of Chair's Initiative to inform City Council and residents on school issues
• Upcoming events: Holiday in the Park (Dec 14) and Sundae's with Santa (Dec 20)

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate will hear 14 code enforcement cases, mostly new business, covering violations such as missing permits, improper shutters, window signs, rubbish, and fire safety. One old business case involves noise complaints. The meeting is quasi-judicial; the city does not provide verbatim records for appeals.

• Case 10-24-10833: Magnificent Recovery LLC (The Tech Toy Store), 6752 Forest Hill Blvd, shutter violation
• Case 10-24-10835: Maria and Karas LLC (Charleys Cheesesteaks), 6726 Forest Hill Blvd, window sign violation
• Case 11-24-10843/44/46: Multiple units at 614 and 623 Sea Pine Way, permit violations
• Case 1-24-10113: Iglesia Bautista Libre Emmanuel Inc, 5057 Lake Worth Rd, multiple violations including permits and special exceptions
• Case 6-24-10514: Carlos D Gasperi & Yacilyn M Dominguez, 6016 Osprey Wood Ln, noise violations (old business)

The Special Magistrate heard 14 code enforcement cases, ordering compliance on 8 violations with $100/day fines if not corrected within 30 days (7 days for one). Two cases were continued to the next meeting, one was dismissed at the complainant's request, and one was found in compliance. The remaining cases were continued or resolved.

• Ordered compliance within 30 days for unpermitted A/C unit at 614 Sea Pine Way Suite D1, $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for unpermitted A/C unit at 623 Sea Pine Way Suite D2, $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for unpermitted renovations at 5057 Lake Worth Rd, $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for multiple violations at 1-A Ricks Dr, $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 7 days for open storage/exterior structure and 30 days for shed at 3565 Jog Rd, $100/day fines
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for gate entry inspection at 4511 Macarthur Palm Trl, $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for unpermitted A/C unit at 5086 Bright Galaxy Ln, $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for missing handrails at 910 Harbour Pointe Way, $100/day fine if not corrected

Special Magistrate Hearing

The City of Greenacres Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on November 20, 2025, to address 14 code enforcement cases, including new business and one old business item. Cases involve alleged violations such as lack of permits, improper shutters, rubbish, window signs, and noise. The meeting is quasi-judicial; the city does not provide a verbatim record for appeals.

• Case 10-24-10833: The Tech Toy Store, 6752 Forest Hill Blvd – shutters/impact protection violation
• Case 10-24-10835: Charleys Cheesesteaks, 6726 Forest Hill Blvd – window sign violation
• Case 10-24-10838: 340 Walker Ave – rubbish and garbage violation
• Case 11-24-10843/844/846: 614 & 623 Sea Pine Way – permits required (FBC 105.1)
• Case 6-24-10514: 6016 Osprey Wood Ln – noise violations (old business)

The Special Magistrate Hearing addressed 14 code enforcement cases, ordering compliance within 30 days and $100/day fines for most violations, including unpermitted A/C units, sheds, and renovations. Two cases were moved to the next meeting, one was dismissed at the complainant's request, and one was found in compliance. No new policy decisions were made.

• Ordered compliance within 30 days for unpermitted A/C unit at 614 Sea Pine Way Suite D1, with $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for unpermitted A/C unit at 623 Sea Pine Way Suite D2, with $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for unpermitted renovations at 5057 Lake Worth Rd, with $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for multiple violations at 1-A Ricks Dr, with $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 7 days for open storage and exterior structure at 3565 Jog Rd, and 30 days for shed, with $100/day fines
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for gate entry inspection at 4511 Macarthur Palm Trl, with $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for unpermitted A/C unit at 5086 Bright Galaxy Ln, with $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for missing handrails at 910 Harbour Pointe Way, with $100/day fine if not corrected

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to parking, zoning, fence, and outdoor lighting regulations. The meeting also includes votes on several service agreements and a residential demolition grant.

• First reading of Ordinance 2024-19 to amend parking, zoning, fence, and outdoor lighting regulations
• Resolution 2024-57 to approve a maintenance service agreement with Life Safety Management, Inc. for fire/burglar alarm and sprinkler systems
• Resolution 2024-63 to approve a three-year consulting agreement with Retail Strategies, LLC for retail analysis and recruitment ($ amount not specified)
• Resolution 2024-64 to authorize a blighted property clean-up grant for demolition of two residential structures on Haverhill Road
• Public hearing on Blossom Trail Plat for 76 single-family homes and 154 townhouses on a 33.06-acre PUD site

The City Council approved a consent agenda covering October minutes, several service and consulting agreements, a blight clean-up grant, and two board appointments. On first reading, the council advanced Ordinance 2024-19 (parking, lighting, and fence rules), Ordinance 2024-28 (trespass warnings on public property), and Ordinance 2024-29 (a $739,000 budget adjustment). The council also approved Resolution 2024-65, the Blossom Trail Plat, a 33.06-acre Planned Unit Development with 76 single-family homes and 154 townhouses. All votes recorded were unanimous among the four members present.

• Approved consent agenda, including Oct. 21, 2024 minutes, Resolutions 2024-57, 2024-63, 2024-64, 2024-66, and two appointments (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-19 on first reading: parking, outdoor lighting, and fence regulation updates (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-28 on first reading: trespass warnings on public property and facility rules (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-29 on first reading: $739,000 FY2024-25 budget adjustment (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-65: Blossom Trail Plat, 76 single-family homes and 154 townhouses on 33.06 acres (4-0)

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate will hear 22 code enforcement cases on October 30, 2024, covering violations such as unpermitted work, improper parking, overgrown vegetation, and missing shutters. One case (Pierre Auto Sales Inc.) is flagged as a repeat violator. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and scheduling the next hearing for November 20, 2024.

• Case 1-24-10157: Roxana M Ortega Godinez & Marco A Cordero Ramos, 5841 S 38th Ct – walkways/driveways, permits, exterior property areas
• Case 9-24-10773: Pierre Auto Sales Inc., 257 Broward Ave – repeat violator, business tax receipt, permits, exterior property areas, parking
• Case 6-24-10514: Carlos D Gasperi & Yacilyn M Dominguez, 6016 Osprey Wood Ln – noise violations (old business)
• Case 8-24-10687: 57th Ave Holdings LLC, 3815 S 57 Ave – parking on private property, landscaping/vegetation
• Case 9-24-10791: Church in the Palms Inc., 3812 Jog Rd – parking on private property, parking of motor vehicles/boats/trailers

The Special Magistrate reviewed 21 code enforcement cases, finding 7 already in compliance and ordering 13 others to correct violations within 10 to 90 days. One business was designated a repeat violator, facing a $500 daily fine for ongoing parking issues. One noise complaint was postponed to the next meeting due to a family emergency.

• Ordered compliance within 90 days for driveway and permit issues at 5841 S 38th CT ($100/day fine if uncorrected)
• Ordered compliance within 60 days for fence and paver permits at 1176 Hatteras Cir ($50/day fine if uncorrected)
• Ordered compliance within 90 days for unpermitted renovations at 83 Bridgette Blvd ($100/day fine if uncorrected)
• Ordered compliance within 60 days for driveway and parking issues at 3763 Mil Run Ct ($50/day fine if uncorrected)
• Ordered compliance within 60 days for debris and driveway repairs at 5613 S 37 St ($100/day fine if uncorrected)
• Ordered compliance within 10 days for shutters at 707 Sunny Pine Way ($100/day fine if uncorrected)
• Ordered compliance within 60 days for unpermitted tree removal at 5900 S 38Th St ($50/day fine if uncorrected)
• Ordered compliance within 60 days for driveway and parking issues at 5541 S 37 St ($50/day fine if uncorrected)

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on October 30, 2024, to address 22 code enforcement cases involving property maintenance, permits, parking, and other violations. The agenda includes new business cases, one repeat violator case, and one old business case. No decisions are made at this hearing; it is a quasi-judicial proceeding to consider evidence and testimony.

• Case 1-24-10157: Roxana M Ortega Godinez & Marco A Cordero Ramos, 5841 S 38th Ct, walkways/driveways, permits, exterior property areas
• Case 9-24-10773: Pierre Auto Sales Inc, 257 Broward Ave, repeat violator for parking violations (prior case 10-21-8789)
• Case 6-24-10514: Carlos D Gasperi & Yacilyn M Dominguez, 6016 Osprey Wood Ln, noise violations (old business)
• Case 8-24-10687: 57th Ave Holdings LLC, 3815 S 57th Ave, parking on private property and vegetation
• Case 9-24-10791: Church in the Palms Inc, 3812 Jog Rd, parking violations

The Special Magistrate hearing addressed 21 code enforcement cases, ordering compliance deadlines and daily fines for 14 active violations, while 7 cases were found in compliance. One repeat violator case (Pierre Auto Sales Inc.) received a $500/day fine for repeated violations. One noise complaint case was postponed to the November 20 meeting due to a family death.

• Ordered compliance within 90 days for driveway violation at 5841 S 38th CT, $100/day fine (Case 1-24-10157)
• Ordered compliance within 60 days for fence/pavers without permits at 1176 Hatteras Cir, $50/day fine (Case 5-24-10398)
• Ordered compliance within 90 days for interior renovations without permits at 83 Bridgette Blvd, $100/day fine (Case 6-24-10472)
• Ordered compliance within 60 days for driveway/vegetation/vehicle violations at 3763 Mil Run Ct, $50/day fine (Case 6-24-10530)
• Ordered compliance within 60 days for debris/driveway at 5613 S 37 St, $100/day fine (Case 7-24-10605)
• Ordered compliance within 10 days for shutters at 707 Sunny Pine Way, $100/day fine (Case 7-24-10626)
• Ordered compliance within 60 days for tree removal without permit at 5900 S 38th St, $100/day fine (Case 8-24-10637)
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for interior renovations without permit at 2152 S Jog Rd, $100/day fine (Case 8-24-10711)

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to extend the Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) to eight years for public safety officers and firefighters. The council will also consider resolutions authorizing a federal grant application for law enforcement technology, an intergovernmental agreement for software services, and an FDOT-funded grant for the Chickasaw Road expansion project. Several appointments and routine consent items are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 2024-27 (2nd reading): Extend DROP to 8 years for public safety pension plan
• Resolution 2024-58: Authorize FY 2024 Justice Assistance Grant application (law enforcement equipment/technology)
• Resolution 2024-55: FDOT grant FM# 450652-1 for Chickasaw Road Expansion Project
• Resolution 2024-60: Satisfy liens on residential property per Section 15-31 of city code
• Resolution 2024-62: Intergovernmental agreement for MyGovernmentOnline software

The City Council approved Ordinance 2024-27 on second reading, extending the Deferred Retirement Option Program to eight years for all members of the Public Safety Officers and Firefighters Retirement Plan and Trust. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included a Justice Assistance Grant application, lien satisfaction, a software licensing agreement, and committee appointments. Resolution 2024-55 for the FDOT-funded Chickasaw Road Expansion Project was approved, and Resolution 2024-61 supporting a countywide transportation plan was discussed with staff recommending approval. All votes recorded were unanimous among the five councilmembers present.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-27 on second reading, extending DROP to eight years for police and fire pension members (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 2024-58 (JAG grant application), Resolution 2024-60 (lien satisfaction), Resolution 2024-62 (MyGovernmentOnline software agreement), and committee appointments (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-55 for FDOT-funded Chickasaw Road Expansion Project grant agreement (5-0)
• Approved agenda with removal of City Government Week presentation (5-0)
• Nominated Councilmember Diaz to 100th Year Celebration Committee (unanimous)
• Resolution 2024-61 supporting countywide transportation plan discussed; no vote recorded in minutes

Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a city-initiated zoning text amendment (ZTA-24-07) that would modify Chapter 16 rules on off-street parking, loading, and front yard fences, and Chapter 14 rules on parking motor vehicles, boats, and trailers. The board will also approve minutes from its August 8, 2024 meeting. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• ZTA-24-07: City-initiated amendment to Chapter 16 (off-street parking, loading, front yard fences) and Chapter 14 (parking of motor vehicles, boats, trailers)
• Approval of minutes from August 8, 2024 meeting

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals approved ZTA-24-07, a City-initiated zoning text amendment modifying Chapter 16 (off-street parking, loading, front yard fences, outdoor lighting) and Chapter 14 (parking of motor vehicles, boats, trailers). The motion passed 5-0. The amendment includes requirements such as one parking space per three seats for houses of worship, front yard fences not exceeding four feet, and vinyl-coated chain link fences.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 8, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved ZTA-24-07 zoning text amendment (5-0)

City Council

The Greenacres City Council is holding public hearings on two ordinances to rezone about 6.56 acres at 6240 Dodd Road and an adjacent parcel from medium-density residential and commercial to high-density residential. The council will also consider several resolutions, including a construction contract for a new Emergency Operations Center, and discuss retirement plan changes for public safety officers.

• Ordinance 2024-22: Future Land Use Map change for 6240 Dodd Road and adjacent parcel to Residential High Density
• Ordinance 2024-23: Zoning map amendment for same parcels to Residential High (RH) district
• Resolution 2024-56: Agreement with Kaufman Lynn Construction for new EOC facility at 5750 Melaleuca Lane
• Resolution 2024-48: Adopt 2024 revised Palm Beach County Local Mitigation Strategy Plan
• Resolution 2024-49: Termination agreement with Tyler Technologies for Energov (EPL) Agreement

The City Council approved two ordinances on second reading to change the future land use and zoning of two parcels (about 6.56 acres) at 6240 Dodd Road and adjacent vacant land from residential medium density/commercial to residential high density. The council also approved a consent agenda including the 2024 revised Palm Beach County Local Mitigation Strategy Plan, a termination agreement with Tyler Technologies, and a maintenance service agreement with WSA Systems Boca LLC. Additionally, the council approved an ordinance amending the public safety retirement plan's shared account crediting process and gave first reading approval to extend the Deferred Retirement Option Program to eight years. Agenda items 7 and 12 were removed from the agenda, so the EOC construction contract with Kaufman Lynn Construction was not considered.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-22 on second reading, changing future land use to Residential High Density (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-23 on second reading, rezoning to Residential High district (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-26 on second reading, amending public safety retirement plan (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-27 on first reading, extending DROP to eight years (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 2024-48 (Local Mitigation Strategy), Resolution 2024-49 (Tyler Technologies termination), and Resolution 2024-57 (WSA Systems maintenance agreement) (4-0)
• Removed agenda items 7 and 12 from the agenda; item 12 (EOC construction contract) was not considered

Education Advisory Committee

The Education Advisory Committee is holding an organizational meeting to appoint a chair, vice-chair, and school liaisons for 17 schools, and to set meeting frequency. Members will also discuss proposed new school hour options as a legislative update. The agenda is largely procedural, with no votes or decisions listed beyond appointments and discussion items.

• Appointment of committee Chair and Vice-Chair
• Appointment of School Liaisons for 17 schools (2 per member)
• Discussion on Proposed New School Hour Options
• October 14-18: Florida City Government Week
• October 17: Mock City Council Meeting with L.C. Swain Middle School Pre-law Academy

The Education Advisory Committee met on October 2, 2024, but lacked a quorum, so no motions were approved. Members agreed by consensus to hold monthly meetings on the first or second Wednesday at 5:00 PM, with the next meetings on November 6 and December 11, 2024. Appointments of a chair, vice-chair, and school liaisons were not decided due to the lack of quorum. Ann Cadaret was noted as no longer eligible to serve because her school district employment conflicts with Resolution 2023-31 qualifications.

• No motions approved due to lack of quorum
• Consensus reached to hold monthly meetings on first or second Wednesday at 5:00 PM
• Consensus agreed to meet November 6, 2024 and December 11, 2024
• Chair and Vice-Chair appointments not decided (no quorum)
• School liaison appointments not decided (no quorum)
• Ann Cadaret noted ineligible to serve due to employment conflict with Resolution 2023-31

Special Magistrate Hearing

The City of Greenacres Special Magistrate Hearing will review 13 property code cases involving issues such as unpermitted work, blocked exits, parking violations, and exterior maintenance. The hearing is scheduled for September 25, 2024, at 3:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers.

• CASE-3-24-10265: Unpermitted work at 5883 La Paseos Dr Suite A1
• CASE-5-24-10425: Unpermitted work and inspection issues at 4657 Oak Terrace Dr
• CASE-6-24-10476: Blocked exit, fire alarm, and extinguisher violations at 6295 Lake Worth Rd Suite 38
• CASE-7-24-10543: Parking violation at 3818 Heather Dr E
• CASE-8-24-10661: General maintenance and parking violations at 5669 S 38 Ct

The Special Magistrate heard 13 code enforcement cases, finding most in compliance or ordering corrective action. Seven cases received compliance orders with daily fines if not resolved, including one with a $50/day fine and six with $100/day fines. No fines were certified, tabled, or appealed.

• Ordered compliance within 60 days for Gerry Trader Inc. at 6295 Lake Worth Rd, with $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for Steven J. & Virginia Bacchi at 722 Sunny Pine Way, with $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for Ali Batool at 3818 Heather Dr E, with $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for Rea Trust et al. at 728 Sunny Pine Way, with $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for Erick Ovlima at 228 Martin Ave, with $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for Natividad Gabriel at 5648 S 37 St, with $50/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for Joanne Reville Attaway at 449 Martin Ave, with $100/day fine if not corrected
• Confirmed compliance for cases 3-24-10265, 5-24-10425, 7-24-10572, 7-24-10602, 8-24-10661, and 8-24-10669

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate will hear 13 code enforcement cases involving property maintenance, parking, and permit violations at various addresses. The meeting also includes certification of fines, tabled cases, and appeals of fines.

• Case 3-24-10265: Gustavo E Vidal & Oscar Arbe Macfarlane, 5883 La Paseos Dr Suite A1, permit violation
• Case 5-24-10425: Joseph W & Paulette E Ciminelli, 4657 Oak Terrace Dr, permit and inspection violations
• Case 6-24-10476: Gerry Trader Inc, 6295 Lake Worth Rd Suite 38, multiple violations including blocked exit and fire alarm
• Case 7-24-10543: Ali Batool, 3818 Heather Dr E, parking on private property and motor vehicle violations
• Case 8-24-10654: Natividad Gabriel, 5648 S 37 St, exterior structure, parking, landscaping, and accessory structure violations

At the September 25, 2024 Special Magistrate Hearing, the magistrate addressed 13 code enforcement cases. Six cases were found in compliance, and six cases were ordered to comply within 30 or 60 days, with daily fines of $50 or $100 if not corrected. No fines were certified, and no cases were tabled.

• Case 3-24-10265 (Vidal/MacFarlane) found in compliance
• Case 5-24-10425 (Ciminelli) found in compliance
• Case 6-24-10476 (Gerry Trader Inc) ordered compliance in 60 days, $100/day fine if not
• Case 6-24-10541 (Bacchi) ordered compliance in 30 days, $100/day fine if not
• Case 7-24-10543 (Batool) ordered compliance in 30 days, $100/day fine if not
• Case 7-24-10566 (Rea Trust) ordered compliance in 30 days, $100/day fine if not
• Case 7-24-10572 (Lemus) found in compliance
• Case 8-24-10647 (Ovilma) ordered compliance in 30 days, $100/day fine if not

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will hold its second public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget and property tax rate. The meeting also includes votes on zoning changes, a restroom renovation contract, and a law enforcement services agreement with Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office.

• Second public hearing on Ordinance 2024-24: FY2025 property tax levy and valuation
• Second public hearing on Ordinance 2024-25: FY2025 operating budget adoption
• Resolution 2024-54: $150,000 contract with Khan Builders for WIC Center restroom renovations at 5985 10th Avenue
• Resolution 2024-47: Addendum to law enforcement services agreement with Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office
• Ordinance 2024-22/23: Zoning change for 6.56-acre parcel at 6240 Dodd Road from medium-density residential to high-density

The City Council approved the fiscal year 2025 operating budget and established the ad valorem tax millage rate at 6.3. Additionally, the council approved several land use and zoning amendments for residential development and authorized a new fee schedule for the Development and Neighborhood Services Department. One agenda item regarding a board reappointment was removed from the meeting.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-24 setting 6.3 millage rate (5-0)
• Approved $58M operating budget via Ordinance 2024-25 (5-0)
• Approved retirement plan amendment Ordinance 2024-20 (5-0)
• Approved Astoria Towns land use amendment (Ordinance 2024-22) (5-0)
• Approved Astoria Towns rezoning (Ordinance 2024-23) (5-0)
• Approved C&C Legacy Plaza site plan (Resolution 2024-44) (5-0)
• Approved new department fee schedule (Resolution 2024-46) (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including capital improvements program (5-0)

City Council

The Greenacres City Council is holding the first public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget, which includes two ordinances: one setting the property tax levy and one adopting the operating budget. The council will also consider a resolution to join a Medicaid transportation payment program, amend the general employees' retirement plan, and appoint a member to the Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals. Several proclamations and a certificate of recognition are scheduled.

• Ordinance 2024-24: First reading to establish taxable valuation and levy ad valorem tax for 2024
• Ordinance 2024-25: First reading to adopt operating budget for FY2025 (Oct 1, 2024 - Sep 1, 2025)
• Resolution 2024-45: Authorize participation in Public Emergency Medical Transportation (PEMT) supplemental payment program
• Ordinance 2024-20: First reading to amend defined contribution retirement plan for general employees
• Appointment of Leonard Grant to Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals for three-year term

The Greenacres City Council held a special budget hearing and approved the first reading of the FY2025 operating budget of over $58 million with a millage rate of 6.3 mills, as well as the associated ad valorem tax ordinance. The council also approved first reading of a retirement plan amendment increasing the city's contribution from 5% to 7%, and appointed Leonard Grant to the Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals. All votes were 3-0, with two council members absent.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-24 (ad valorem tax, millage 6.3) on first reading (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-25 (FY2025 operating budget over $58M) on first reading (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-20 (retirement plan contribution increase to 7%) on first reading (3-0)
• Appointed Leonard Grant to Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and Resolution 2024-45 (PEMT program) (3-0)

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on August 28, 2024, to address seven code enforcement cases. These include open storage of building materials, closed hurricane shutters, inoperative vehicles, loud music, and a vehicle parked over a sidewalk. One case from old business involves a bee infestation. The magistrate will decide on each case based on the city code.

• Case 3-24-10294: Building materials stored on side/front of property at 353 Walker Ave (open storage violation)
• Case 4-24-10306: Closed shutters at 8 Bridgette Blvd (hurricane shutter removal violation)
• Case 4-24-10372: Inoperative/unregistered vehicles at 4870 Gladiator Cir
• Case 6-24-10514: Loud music complaints at 6016 Osprey Woods Ln (noise ordinance)
• Case 10-23-10004: Bee infestation at 6367 Summer Sky Ln (old business)

Special Magistrate Bernard issued compliance orders and potential daily fines for property violations involving open storage, unregistered vehicles, and closed shutters. The Magistrate also approved costs for bee removal at one property and continued two other cases to future meetings.

• Ordered compliance within 20 days for building materials at 353 Walker Ave or $100 daily fine
• Ordered compliance within 14 days for unregistered vehicles at 4870 Gladiator Cir or $100 daily fine
• Ordered compliance within 14 days for closed shutters at 600 Crosswinds Dr #F1 or $50 daily fine
• Found owner of 348 Martin Ave in violation for sidewalk parking and food truck
• Approved bee removal process and costs for 6367 Summer Sky Ln
• Tabled case 4-24-10306 (8 Bridgette Blvd) to next meeting to verify ownership
• Tabled case 6-24-10514 (6016 Osprey Woods Ln) to October meeting

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate will hear seven code enforcement cases, including six new cases and one old business item. Cases involve property maintenance issues such as open storage, closed hurricane shutters, inoperative vehicles, noise complaints, and improper parking. The magistrate will decide whether violations exist and what penalties or corrective actions are required.

• Case 3-24-10294: Gerline Pierre/Tenancy Enterprise LLC, 353 Walker Ave — open storage of building materials
• Case 4-24-10306: Elena Bravo, 8 Bridgette Blvd — closed shutters after hurricane event
• Case 4-24-10372: Sunset Drive LLC, 4870 Gladiator Cir — inoperative/unregistered vehicles
• Case 6-24-10514: Carlos D Gasperi & Yacilyn M Dominguez, 6016 Osprey Woods Ln — loud music noise complaints
• Case 10-23-10004: Leslie Weintraub, 6367 Summer Sky Ln — bee infestation (old business)

The Special Magistrate heard six code enforcement cases and one old business item. Compliance orders were issued for building material storage, inoperative vehicles, and closed shutters, with daily fines for non-compliance. One case was continued for ownership verification, another for scheduling, and a bee removal cost was approved.

• Ordered compliance within 20 days for open storage at 353 Walker Ave, with $100/day fine (Case 3-24-10294)
• Continued case for closed shutters at 8 Bridgette Blvd to next meeting for ownership verification (Case 4-24-10306)
• Ordered compliance within 14 days for inoperative vehicles at 4870 Gladiator Cir, with $100/day fine (Case 4-24-10372)
• Ordered compliance within 14 days for closed shutters at 600 Crosswinds Dr #F1, with $50/day fine (Case 5-24-10434)
• Continued noise complaint case at 6016 Osprey Woods Ln to October meeting (Case 6-24-10514)
• Found property owner in violation for vehicle over sidewalk and food truck at 348 Martin Ave (Case 7-24-10614)
• Approved bee removal process and costs totaling $2,500 for 6367 Summer Sky Ln (Case 10-23-10004)

City Council

The City Council is holding a budget meeting to review the Fiscal Year 2025 budget, as presented by City Manager Andrea McCue. The agenda includes public comments on agenda items, a city manager's report, and council reports. No specific budget details are provided in the agenda.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Review

The City Council reviewed the Fiscal Year 2025 budget, including a proposed millage rate of 6.3. The City Manager noted the addition of WIC building bathroom renovations and reported that 2024 revenue exceeded expenditures by over $3.9 million.

• Approved the meeting agenda

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will vote on a resolution setting the residential solid waste assessment rate for FY 2025, hold public hearings on ordinances for electric substation siting standards and public art fund revisions, and consider a budget amendment. They will also hold a quasi-judicial hearing on a site plan for a 9,695 sq ft medical office building at 3581 S. Jog Road. The agenda includes consent items (minutes) and routine department reports.

• Resolution 2024-36: residential solid waste assessment rate for FY starting Oct 1, 2024
• Ordinance 2024-17 (2nd reading): new electric substation siting and development standards (Section 16-613)
• Ordinance 2024-18 (2nd reading): revise public art fee use and allow murals in more locations
• Ordinance 2024-21 (2nd reading): amend FY 2023-24 budget
• Resolution 2024-42: site plan for 9,695 sq ft medical office at 3581 S. Jog Road (MXD-O district)

The City Council approved the residential solid waste assessment rate of $18.29 per month for the fiscal year starting October 1, 2024, which includes unlimited bulk and vegetation pickups. They also approved three ordinances on second reading: new electric substation siting standards, revisions to public art fund use and mural locations, and budget adjustments for the current fiscal year. Additionally, they approved a site plan for a 9,695-square-foot medical office building at 3581 S. Jog Road, with staff conditions including a natural color scheme. All votes were 4-0, with Deputy Mayor Dugo absent.

• Approved Resolution 2024-36 setting residential solid waste assessment at $18.29/month (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-17 on electric substation siting standards (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-18 revising public art fund use and mural locations (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-21 for FY 2023-24 budget adjustments (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-42 for medical office building site plan at 3581 S. Jog Road (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on several development applications, including a medical office building, a 60-unit townhome project, and a small office/townhouse complex. The board will also consider variances for landscaping and parking at an existing plaza. These are quasi-judicial hearings where the board will make decisions on the requests.

• Public hearing for Soma Medical site plan (SP-23-04) and master sign plan (MSP-24-05) at 3581 S Jog Road for a 9,695 sq.ft. medical office building.
• Public hearing for Astoria Towns future land use amendment (CPA-23-04) at 6240 Dodd Road to change from Residential Medium Density and Commercial to Residential High-Density.
• Public hearing for Astoria Towns rezoning (ZC-23-02) from RM-2 and CG to RH at 6240 Dodd Road.
• Quasi-judicial hearing for Astoria Towns variance (BA-23-07) to reduce side yard from 20 feet to 0 feet for corner lots.
• Public hearing for Astoria Towns site plan (SP-23-06) for 60 townhomes and master sign plan (MSP-24-02) at 6240 Dodd Road.

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals approved all items on the agenda, including a medical office building, a 62-unit townhouse development with associated rezoning and variances, and a mixed-use project with variances. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved SP-23-04 and MSP-24-05 for a 9,695 sq. ft. medical office at 3581 S Jog Road (5-0)
• Approved CPA-23-04 to change land use to Residential High Density for Astoria Towns (5-0)
• Approved ZC-23-02 to rezone Astoria Towns to Residential High Density (5-0)
• Approved BA-23-07 to reduce side yard setback from 20 ft to 0 ft for Astoria Towns (5-0)
• Approved SP-23-06 and MSP-24-02 for 60 townhomes at Astoria Towns (5-0)
• Approved BA-24-01 for two variances at C&C Legacy Plaza (5-0)
• Approved SP-24-01 and MSP-24-03 for office and townhouse buildings at C&C Legacy Plaza (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on several development applications, including a medical office building, a 60-unit townhome project, and a small office/townhouse plaza. The board will also consider related rezoning, land use, sign, and variance requests. All items are up for approval decisions at this meeting.

• Public hearing for Soma Medical site plan (SP-23-04) and master sign plan (MSP-24-05) for a 9,695 sq ft medical office at 3581 S Jog Road
• Public hearing for Astoria Towns land use amendment (CPA-23-04) from Residential Medium Density and Commercial to Residential High Density at 6240 Dodd Road
• Public hearing for Astoria Towns rezoning (ZC-23-02) from RM-2 and CG to RH at 6240 Dodd Road
• Quasi-judicial hearing for Astoria Towns variance (BA-23-07) to reduce side yard from 20 ft to 0 ft for corner lots
• Public hearing for C&C Legacy Plaza site plan (SP-24-01) and master sign plan (MSP-24-03) for a 2,598 sq ft office and 3 townhouses at 3494 S Jog Road

The Board approved a 60-unit townhouse development at 6240 Dodd Road, including necessary rezoning and variances. It also approved site plans for a medical office building and a mixed-use office and townhouse project on South Jog Road.

• Approved 9,695 sq.ft. medical office building and sign plan at 3581 S Jog Road (5-0)
• Approved land use amendment to Residential High-Density for Astoria Towns (5-0)
• Approved rezoning to Residential High Density for Astoria Towns (5-0)
• Approved side yard setback variance for Astoria Towns (5-0)
• Approved site and sign plans for 60 townhomes at Astoria Towns (5-0)
• Approved landscaping and parking variances for C&C Legacy Plaza (5-0)
• Approved site and sign plans for office and townhouse building at 3494 S. Jog Road (5-0)

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including a comprehensive plan update, new electric substation siting standards, and revised public art and parking/lighting regulations. They will also consider a budget amendment and a CDBG interlocal agreement, and receive an emergency management and hurricane preparedness overview.

• Ordinance 2023-13: Final second reading to amend all Comprehensive Plan elements per 2023 Evaluation and Appraisal Review
• Ordinance 2024-17: First reading to adopt new electric substation siting and development standards (Section 16-613)
• Ordinance 2024-18: First reading to revise Public Art fee use and allow murals in additional locations
• Ordinance 2024-21: First reading to amend FY 2023-2024 budget
• Resolution 2024-41: Authorizing interlocal agreement for FY 2024-2025 CDBG Phase 3 North Lift Station Sewer Project

The City Council approved updates to the Comprehensive Plan and established new siting and development standards for electric substations. The Council also approved a mural reimbursement grant program and a first reading for a budget amendment to fund capital projects.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-13 to implement 2023 Comprehensive Plan recommendations (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-17 establishing Electric Substation Siting and Development Standards (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-18 creating a mural reimbursement grant program (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-21 to provide over $600K for four capital improvement projects (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-40 to satisfy certain residential property liens (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-41 for CDBG funding for Phase 3 North Lift Station Sewer Project (4-0)
• Approved July 15, 2024, City Council and Budget meeting minutes (4-0)

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on July 24, 2024, to consider two code enforcement cases: one involving unpermitted concrete steps, fence, and gate, and another involving a closed hurricane shutter. The meeting will also include approval of minutes, certification of fines, and scheduling of the next hearing.

• Case 1-24-10151: Kuruvilla Thekkumkattil, 1732 Sawgrass Cir — concrete steps, fence, and gate installed without permit (Section 105.1)
• Case 3-24-10205: Richard Whitney & Gloria Freitas Tr, 5930 Whispering Pine Way A2 — closed shutter beyond 14 days after hurricane event (Section 7-423(p))
• Approval of minutes from June 26, 2024
• Next scheduled magistrate hearing: August 28, 2024

Special Magistrate Bernard issued compliance orders for two properties regarding unpermitted construction and closed shutters. Both cases resulted in daily fines if the violations are not corrected within the specified timeframes.

• Ordered compliance within 45 days for 1732 Sawgrass Circle (unpermitted steps, fence, and gate) or a $50.00 per day fine
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for 5930 Whispering Pine Way (closed shutters) or a $50.00 per day fine

City Council

The Greenacres City Council is holding a budget meeting to review the preliminary Fiscal Year 2025 budget and set the tentative millage (property tax) rate for 2025. Public comments will be taken on agenda items and non-agenda items. The meeting follows the regular council meeting at City Hall.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Preliminary Budget Review
• Setting of the tentative millage rate for 2025
• Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items

The City Council reviewed the preliminary FY 2025 budget and set the tentative millage rate at 6.3, as proposed by the City Manager. The budget includes seven new positions, a 2% increase in the Law Enforcement Service Agreement, and a 6% COLA for employees. Councilmembers requested alternative millage rates (6.2 and 6.0) for consideration at future budget meetings.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Set tentative millage rate at 6.3 (5-0)

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance that adds criteria for naming city programs, events, and facilities based on significant financial contributions. The consent agenda includes approval of $348,087 in federal Justice Assistance Grant funds, a settlement agreement for code enforcement liens, and a board reappointment. Department reports will be presented.

• Ordinance 2024-16 (second reading) amending naming criteria for city programs, events, and facilities
• Approval of $348,087 in FY2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant funds
• Resolution 2024-39: settlement agreement with Edward Napoli for code enforcement liens at 533 Broward Avenue
• Reappointment of Jose Rendon to Public Safety Officers/Firefighters Retirement Board
• Proclamation for Negan the Therapy Dog's 4th birthday

The City Council approved an ordinance establishing new criteria for naming or renaming city programs, events, and facilities based on financial and material contributions. The council also approved the distribution of federal justice assistance grant funds and a code enforcement settlement.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-16 regarding naming criteria for city programs and facilities (5-0)
• Approved distribution of $348,087 in Federal FY 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant funds (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-39 for a settlement agreement with Edward Napoli regarding code enforcement liens at 533 Broward Avenue (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of Jose Rendon to the Public Safety Officers/Firefighters Retirement Board of Trustees for a four-year term (5-0)
• Approved July 1, 2024, meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Greenacres Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will review two city-initiated zoning text amendments: one to update electric substation provisions and another to set standards for the use of the City Art Fund. The meeting is procedural with no formal decisions scheduled.

• ZTA-24-08: Electric Substation — zoning text amendment for substation provisions
• ZTA-24-09: Art in Public Places — zoning text amendment for City Art Fund standards

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved two zoning text amendments. ZTA-24-08 establishes regulations for the siting, construction, and expansion of electric substations to protect public health and minimize visual and noise impacts. ZTA-24-09 creates a reimbursement grant program for murals on nonresidential property, funded by the Art in Public Places fund. Both motions passed 4-0.

• Approved ZTA-24-08 electric substation zoning text amendment (4-0)
• Approved ZTA-24-09 Art in Public Places grant program amendment (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved May 9, 2024 minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will vote on two major agreements: a $2.5 million contract for a new youth center at 501 Martin Avenue and an interlocal roadway funding deal with Palm Beach County for Chickasaw Road improvements. They will also consider a naming policy change for city facilities and appoint a new Charter Review Committee member.

• Approve $2.5M Sisca Construction Services youth center at 501 Martin Avenue
• Approve interlocal agreement with Palm Beach County for Chickasaw Road improvements
• Amend Chapter 2 to add criteria for naming city facilities after donors
• Appoint Leonard Grant to Charter Review Committee for 3-year term
• Approve minutes from June 17 meetings

The City Council approved an agreement with Sisca Construction Services for a new two-story youth center. They also authorized an interlocal agreement with Palm Beach County for roadway improvements on Chickasaw Road and the transfer of Wry Road maintenance to the city. Additionally, the council passed an ordinance regarding naming criteria for city facilities and appointed a new member to the Charter Review Committee.

• Approved interlocal agreement for Chickasaw Road improvements (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-16 on first reading (3-0)
• Approved construction contract for youth center with Sisca Construction (3-0)
• Appointed Leonard Grant to Charter Review Committee (3-0)
• Approved June 17 meeting minutes (3-0)

Special Magistrate Hearing

The City of Greenacres Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on June 26, 2024, to address four code enforcement cases involving open storage, vehicles parked on grass, an unpermitted A/C installation, and a bee infestation. The magistrate will consider these cases and may impose fines or other penalties. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the previous hearing and scheduling the next one.

• Case 10-23-10019: Open storage violation at 5684 S 37 Ct (Samuel Rosales & Maria C Flores de Rosales)
• Case 10-23-9977: Vehicles parked on grass at 4689 Gladiator Cir (Dixon D Zataurean)
• Case 1-24-10132: A/C installed without permit & inspection at 703 Sunny Pine Way #B1 (Dennis & Kristen Campanaro)
• Case 10-23-10004: Bee infestation at 6367 Summer Sky Ln (Leslie Weintraub) - old business

The Special Magistrate heard two code enforcement cases, both with no representative present. In Case 1-24-10151, the owner was ordered to correct unpermitted concrete steps, fence, and gate within 45 days or face a $50 per day fine. In Case 3-24-10205, the owner was ordered to open or remove closed shutters within 30 days or face a $50 per day fine. No fines were certified, and no cases were tabled or appealed.

• Ordered compliance for unpermitted structures at 1732 Sawgrass Circle within 45 days, else $50/day fine
• Ordered compliance for closed shutters at 5930 Whispering Pine Way within 30 days, else $50/day fine
• Approved minutes of June 26, 2024
• Scheduled next hearing for August 28, 2024

City Council

The Greenacres City Council is meeting to vote on several resolutions, including a $600,000 state grant for a sewer extension along Swain Boulevard, contracts for marketing, lake work, and park court resurfacing, and an addendum to the solid waste collection agreement with Waste Management. The council will also hear a presentation on educational scholarship awards and designate a voting delegate for the Florida League of Cities conference.

• Resolution 2024-32: $600,000 DEP grant for Swain Boulevard sewer extension serving 86 properties
• Resolution 2024-30: Branding and marketing services agreement with North Star Place Branding + Marketing
• Resolution 2024-33: Lake bank and seawall work by BDI Marine Contractors
• Resolution 2024-34: Basketball court resurfacing and pickleball conversion at Gladiator Park
• Resolution 2024-35: Second addendum to Waste Management solid waste collection agreement

The Greenacres City Council approved the consent agenda, which included several resolutions for professional services, mutual aid, a sewer extension grant, and park improvements. They also approved a second addendum to the Waste Management solid waste agreement, setting a new residential rate of $18.29, and designated Councilmember Diaz as the voting delegate for the Florida League of Cities conference. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 2024-30 (branding/marketing services) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-31 (Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-32 (DEP grant $600,000 for Swain Blvd sewer extension) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-33 (BDI Marine Contractors lake work) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-34 (Sport Surfaces basketball/pickleball court resurfacing) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-35 (Waste Management solid waste rate $18.29) (5-0)
• Approved Councilmember Diaz as voting delegate to Florida League of Cities conference (5-0)

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will hold a special meeting after the regular session to review Fiscal Year 2025 capital improvement projects, public art initiatives, and a property enhancement grant program. No specific decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting will focus on staff presentations and public comments.

The City Council agreed to maintain $100,000 in funding for the Property Enhancement Grant Program. The Council decided to increase the allocation for commercial applicants from $5,000 to $10,000 and allow any city resident to apply, while prioritizing properties visible from the public right-of-way.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Maintained $100,000 funding for Property Enhancement Grant Program
• Increased commercial grant allocation from $5,000 to $10,000

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate will hear four cases on May 29 at 3:00 PM in City Hall Council Chambers. The hearing covers unpermitted clubhouse renovations, a special exception request for a childcare facility, commercial vehicle storage at a residence, and property maintenance violations including overgrowth and unpermitted construction.

• Case 12-23-10079: Canalakes H.O.A. and Infinity Property Mgmnt cited for unpermitted clubhouse renovations at 3107m Poolside Dr
• Case 1-24-10129: Buttonwood Plaza Ltd requests special exception for childcare facility at 3032 S Jog Rd
• Case 2-24-101+99: Chong Lym & Laura Artunduaga cited for commercial vehicles and open storage at 233 Broward Ave
• Case 4-13-4365: Edward Napoli cited for property maintenance violations including overgrowth and unpermitted structure at 533 Broward Ave

Special Magistrate Bernard held a hearing addressing code violations, unpermitted renovations, missing business tax receipts, and property maintenance issues. The magistrate issued compliance orders with daily fines for three active cases and authorized foreclosure and lien imposition for a long-standing property violation case dating back to 2003.

• Ordered Canalakes H.O.A. to achieve compliance within 60 days for unpermitted clubhouse renovations or face $100 per day in fines
• Ordered Buttonwood Plaza Ltd. to submit special exception and variance applications by September 26, 2024, and comply with business tax receipt requirements within 30 days or face $100 per day in fines
• Ordered Chong Lym & Laura Artunduaga to achieve compliance within 10 days for commercial vehicles and open storage at 233 Broward Ave or face $100 per day in fines
• Approved lien imposition and property foreclosure for Edward Napoli at 533 Broward Ave for uncorrected violations dating back to 2003

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate is meeting to review new code compliance cases, including unpermitted clubhouse renovations, zoning and business tax receipt issues, commercial vehicles at a residential property, and property maintenance violations.

• Case 12-23-10079: Canalakes H.O.A. (Infinity Property Mgmnt) at 3107m Poolside Dr for unpermitted clubhouse renovations.
• Case 1-24-10129: Buttonwood Plaza Ltd at 3032 S Jog Rd for special exceptions and business tax receipt issues.
• Case 2-24-101+99: Chong Lym & Laura Artunduaga at 233 Broward Ave for commercial vehicles and open storage.
• Case 4-13-4365, 2003-127, 2007-262: Edward Napoli at 533 Broward Ave for certifying fines regarding property maintenance and unpermitted construction.

The Special Magistrate heard four code enforcement cases. She ordered compliance with deadlines and daily fines for three properties, and ordered foreclosure and liens on a property cited since 2003. No cases were tabled or appealed.

• Ordered compliance within 60 days for clubhouse renovations without permits at 3107m Poolside Dr, with $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered business tax receipt compliance within 30 days for Kids In Care at 3032 S Jog Rd, with $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered compliance within 10 days for open storage and commercial vehicles at 233 Broward Ave, with $100/day fine if not corrected
• Ordered liens imposed and property foreclosure for 533 Broward Ave, cited since 2003

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will hold public hearings on annexing two parcels totaling about 6.22 acres at 4964 Gardner Lane, along with related land-use and zoning changes. The council will also consider several resolutions, including insurance brokerage services, school readiness and scholarship contracts, and a clinical training agreement. Proclamations for Gun Violence Awareness Day and Public Works Week are scheduled.

• Ordinance 2023-23: Annex 6.22 acres at 4964 Gardner Lane and adjacent drainage right-of-way
• Ordinance 2024-03: Change future land use at 4964 Gardner Lane to residential low density
• Ordinance 2024-04: Rezone 4964 Gardner Lane to Agricultural Residential
• Resolution 2024-16: Approve RSC Insurance Brokerage agreement
• Resolution 2024-23/24: Authorize FY 2024/25 school readiness and scholarship contracts

The City Council approved four ordinances on second reading, including the annexation of two parcels totaling 6.22 acres at 4964 Gardner Lane and adjacent drainage right-of-way, a future land use change to residential low density, a zoning change to Agricultural Residential, and updates to sign regulations and mural rules. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The council also approved the consent agenda, which included contracts for insurance brokerage, school readiness, scholarships, clinical training, and a professional service agreement.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-23 annexing 6.22 acres at 4964 Gardner Lane (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-03 changing future land use to residential low density (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-04 zoning change to Agricultural Residential (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-13 revising sign regulations (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-14 establishing mural approval criteria (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including insurance brokerage and youth program contracts (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Greenacres Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on May 9, 2024, to consider two city-initiated zoning text amendments. The board will review proposed modifications regarding Art in Public Places provisions and off-street parking and loading regulations.

• ZTA-24-06: A City-initiated request for a Zoning Text Amendment regarding Art in Public Places provisions
• ZTA-24-07: A City-initiated request for a Zoning Text Amendment regarding Article VIII - Off Street Parking and Loading Regulations
• Approval of minutes from the April 11, 2024 meeting

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals approved two city-initiated zoning text amendments. These changes modify provisions for art in public places and off-street parking and loading regulations.

• Approved ZTA-24-06 regarding Art in Public Places provisions (4-0)
• Approved ZTA-24-07 regarding Article VIII - Off Street Parking and Loading Regulations (4-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes from April 11, 2024 (4-0)

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will hold public hearings on proposed zoning and land-use changes for three parcels totaling about 18.5 acres near Melaleuca Lane and South Haverhill Road. The meeting will also consider sewer and radio-system contracts, holiday lights display bids, and sign/mural ordinance updates.

• Resolution 2024-26: $1.2M sewer-main contract with TCLM Enterprise, Inc. for 6’–16’ deep gravity mains at 4964 Gardner Lane
• Resolution 2024-25: $185K agreement to re-install the City radio system on the Ira Van Bullock Tower
• Bid RFP No. 23-001: Holiday Lights Display contract
• Ordinance 2024-03: Change future land use at 4964 Gardner Lane from LR-2 to RS-LD (3.59 acres)
• Ordinance 2024-05 & 2024-06: Rezone 8.7 acres at 4901 & 4977 South 56th Terrace to Public Institutional (PI) and Government Use (GU) zoning

The City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to annex two parcels totaling about 6.22 acres at 4964 Gardner Lane, with a 4-1 vote. They also approved first readings for related land use and zoning changes for the same property, and second readings for land use and zoning changes for city-owned parcels at 4901 and 4977 South 56th Terrace. Additionally, the council approved a resolution for a Chickasaw Road addendum agreement and several other ordinances.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-23 (annexation of 4964 Gardner Lane) on first reading (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-03 (future land use change to RS-LD) on first reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-04 (zoning change to AR) on first reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-05 (future land use change to PI) on second reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-06 (zoning change to GU) on second reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-12 (temporary use regulations) on second reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-13 (sign regulations) on first reading with council recommendations (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-27 (Chickasaw Road addendum) (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to address the full and public disclosure of financial interests (Form 6). This item is presented by City Attorney Tanya Earley.

• Full and Public Disclosure of Financial Interests (Form 6)

The City Council held a special meeting on April 29, 2024, that was largely informational. The only substantive item was a presentation by City Attorney Tanya Earley on the annual Form 6 Full and Public Disclosure of Financial Interests, covering who must file, what to disclose, deadlines, penalties, and how to calculate net worth, assets, and liabilities. The council approved the meeting agenda and took no other action; there were no consent agenda, special business, or discussion items, and no votes on policy or spending were recorded.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0: Dugo, Noble, Tharp, Diaz, Bousquet)
• No action taken on Form 6 financial disclosure; item was a presentation only
• No consent agenda, special business, or discussion items were on the agenda

City Council

The Greenacres City Council meets Monday, April 15, 2024, to take up annexation, future land use, and zoning changes for parcels at 4964 Gardner Lane and 4901/4977 South 56th Terrace, plus a code change on park pavilion and field rentals. The consent agenda includes insurance brokerage, cybersecurity, security camera, and Safe Streets for All agreements, along with lien satisfaction and a utility easement to Palm Beach County. Three state legislators give legislative updates, and the council considers advisory committee and retirement board appointments.

• Ordinance 2023-23 (first reading): annex about 6.22 acres at 4964 Gardner Lane and adjacent Lake Worth Drainage District right-of-way
• Public hearings on Ordinances 2024-03, 2024-04, 2024-05, and 2024-06: land use and zoning changes for 4964 Gardner Lane and 4901/4977 South 56th Terrace
• Ordinance 2023-21 (second reading): annex about 12.86 acres at 4901 and 4977 South 56th Terrace
• Ordinance 2024-12 (first reading): revise park pavilion and field rental permits and reduce maximum occupancy for certain events on City property
• Consent agenda resolutions: insurance brokerage (RSC Insurance Brokerage), cybersecurity framework adoption, security cameras and access control (Convergint Technologies), lien satisfaction, and a Safe Streets for All action plan with the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council

The Greenacres City Council tabled three ordinances related to the 4964 Gardner Lane annexation and zoning changes to the May 6 meeting, while approving second reading of an annexation for city-owned parcels on South 56th Terrace and first readings for land use and zoning changes on those parcels. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included several resolutions, and made appointments to advisory boards.

• Tabled Ordinance 2023-23 (annexation of 4964 Gardner Lane) to May 6 (4-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 2024-03 (future land use change for Gardner Lane) to May 6 (4-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 2024-04 (zoning change for Gardner Lane) to May 6 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-21 (annexation of 4901/4977 S 56th Terrace) on second reading (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-05 (future land use change for S 56th Terrace) on first reading (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-06 (zoning change for S 56th Terrace) on first reading (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-12 (temporary use regulations) on first reading (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including resolutions 2024-16 through 2024-22 (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss three city-initiated zoning text amendments. These proposals address standards for lot coverage, permit processes for temporary use of city parks, and modifications to signage regulations.

• ZTA-24-03: Zoning text amendment for lot coverage and pervious surfaces
• ZTA-24-04: Zoning text amendment for temporary use permits and fees in city parks
• ZTA-24-05: Zoning text amendment regarding signage provisions

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals approved three City-initiated zoning text amendments, each by a 5-0 vote. ZTA-24-03 updates standards for lot coverage, pervious surfaces, and driveway expansions on residential lots. ZTA-24-04 (Ordinance 2024-12) sets an application process, permit, and fee for temporary use of City parks, exempting pavilion and field rental applicants from a temporary use permit. ZTA-24-05 (Ordinance 2024-13) revises sign regulations for clarity and safety. The board also approved the agenda 5-0 and approved the February 8, 2024 minutes with all members in favor.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved February 8, 2024 minutes (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved ZTA-24-03 on lot coverage, pervious surfaces, and driveways (5-0)
• Approved ZTA-24-04 / Ordinance 2024-12 on temporary use of City parks (5-0)
• Approved ZTA-24-05 / Ordinance 2024-13 on signs (5-0)

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will certify the 2024 election results and administer oaths of office to the newly elected mayor and two councilmembers. The council will also make appointments for deputy mayor and a representative to the Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency, and recognize several community awards and proclamations.

• Certification of 2024 election results and oaths for Mayor Chuck Shaw, District 1 John Tharp, District 5 Paula Bousquet
• Appointment of Deputy Mayor
• Appointment of representative and alternate to Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency (TPA)
• Proclamation: World Autism Month, April 2024
• Proclamation: Safe Digging Month, March 2024

The City Council accepted the March 19, 2024 municipal election results and administered oaths of office to Chuck Shaw as Mayor, John Tharp for District 1, and Paula Bousquet for District 5. The council appointed Judith Dugo as Deputy Mayor for 2024-2025 and named Mayor Shaw as the city's representative to the Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency, with Dugo as alternate. The meeting also included presentations, proclamations, and public comments, but no other substantive policy decisions.

• Approved the March 19, 2024 municipal election results (5-0)
• Swore in Chuck Shaw as Mayor, John Tharp as District 1 Councilmember, and Paula Bousquet as District 5 Councilmember
• Appointed Judith Dugo as Deputy Mayor for 2024-2025 (5-0)
• Appointed Mayor Shaw as representative to the Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency (5-0)
• Appointed Deputy Mayor Dugo as alternate to the Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency (5-0)
• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes from the March 18, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate will hear code violation cases regarding property maintenance, unpermitted construction, vehicle parking, and signage. The agenda covers new code enforcement cases and one item of old business.

• Case 10-23-10004 for a beehive infestation at 6367 Summer Sky Ln (Leslie Weintraub)
• Case 10-23-9980 for a prohibited box truck at 4727 Gladiator Cir (William A Cespedes)
• Case 10-23-9985 for exterior wood deterioration, paint issues, and vehicle parking violations at 448 Perry Ave (Thomas A Kohlwaies Sr)
• Case 12-23-10107 for artificial turf at 4728 Chariot Cir (Jennie Estiverne & Luckcene Celestin)
• Case 1-24-10118 for an unpermitted rear patio and cement slab at 6189 Lakemont Cir (Gilberto & Consuelo Escamilla)

The Special Magistrate issued compliance orders for five code violations involving property maintenance, parking, and permits. One case regarding a restaurant's window signage was extended for 90 days. No fines were appealed and no cases were tabled.

• Ordered compliance in 15 days for beehive removal at 6367 Summer Sky Ln
• Ordered property owner to meet with inspector for box truck case at 4727 Gladiator Cir; reset for May 29
• Ordered compliance in 90 days for exterior maintenance and parking violations at 448 Perry Ave
• Ordered compliance in 30 days for artificial turf violation at 4728 Chariot Cir
• Ordered compliance in 60 days for unpermitted patio slab at 6189 Lakemont Cir
• Granted 90-day extension for window signage case at El Centenario Mexican Restaurant

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Greenacres Special Magistrate will review six code enforcement cases regarding property maintenance, parking violations, and unpermitted construction. The hearing will address alleged violations at residential properties and one commercial location.

• Case 10-23-10004: Beehive infestation at 6367 Summer Sky Ln
• Case 10-23-9980: Prohibited box truck at 4727 Gladiator Cir
• Case 10-23-9985: Exterior maintenance and parking issues at 448 Perry Ave
• Case 12-23-10107: Artificial turf installation at 4728 Chariot Cir
• Case 1-24-10118: Unpermitted patio slab at 6189 Lakemont Cir

The Special Magistrate heard five code enforcement cases and one old business case. Orders were issued for compliance on beehive removal, property maintenance, artificial turf, and unpermitted construction, with fines of $50 per day for non-compliance. One case was reset for a future hearing, and one received a 90-day extension.

• Ordered beehive removal at 6367 Summer Sky Ln within 15 days or city removal (Case 10-23-10004)
• Reset box truck parking case at 4727 Gladiator Cir for May 29, 2024 (Case 10-23-9980)
• Ordered compliance at 448 Perry Ave within 90 days, $50/day fine if not corrected (Case 10-23-9985)
• Ordered compliance at 4728 Chariot Cir within 30 days, $50/day fine if not corrected (Case 12-23-10107)
• Ordered compliance at 6189 Lakemont Cir within 60 days, $50/day fine if not corrected (Case 1-24-10118)
• Granted 90-day extension for window signage at 6342 Forest Hill Blvd, owner must attend July 1, 2024 hearing (Case 3-23-9721)

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will hold public hearings on second readings of multiple ordinances, including zoning changes for parcels at 6297 Lake Worth Road and 11 properties along Haverhill Road, Thomas Avenue, and Flory Drive. The council will also consider amendments to zoning regulations for alcohol sales near schools and a comprehensive plan update.

• Ordinance 2024-01: Change future land use for 0.0143-acre parcel at 6297 Lake Worth Road from Commercial High to Commercial (CM)
• Ordinance 2024-02: Zoning change for 0.0143-acre parcel at 6297 Lake Worth Road from General Commercial (CG) to Commercial General (CG)
• Ordinance 2023-22: Annexation of 11 parcels totaling 3.7109 acres along Haverhill Road, Thomas Avenue, and Flory Drive
• Ordinance 2024-09: Amend zoning rules to allow distance waivers for alcohol sales near schools/houses of worship
• Ordinance 2024-10: Approve alcohol sales for on-premises consumption at 5208 S. Haverhill Road (future 5200 S. Haverhill Road)

The City Council approved several ordinances regarding land use, zoning amendments, and the annexation of 11 parcels of land. The Council also authorized the city attorney to proceed with the lien foreclosure process for certain code enforcement fines.

• Approved land use change for 6297 Lake Worth Road (5-0)
• Approved zoning change for 6297 Lake Worth Road (5-0)
• Approved annexation of 11 parcels totaling 3.7109 acres (5-0)
• Approved land use change to Commercial for 11 annexed parcels (5-0)
• Approved zoning change to Commercial General for 11 annexed parcels (5-0)
• Approved distance waivers for alcohol sales near schools or houses of worship (5-0)
• Approved on-premises alcohol sales at 5208 S. Haverhill Road (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Evaluation and Appraisal Review comprehensive plan updates (5-0)

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances involving annexations, future land use map amendments, and zoning changes for properties along Lake Worth Road, Haverhill Road, and other locations. The council will also consider a resolution for a utility easement for a Palm Beach County Water Utilities lift station and a memorandum of understanding with the ELS for Autism Foundation for a work experience program. Several items are postponed to a later date.

• Ordinance 2023-18 (2nd reading): Annex 0.014 acres at 6297 Lake Worth Road
• Ordinance 2024-01/02 (1st reading): Land use and zoning change at 6297 Lake Worth Road to Commercial
• Ordinance 2023-22 (1st reading): Annex 11 parcels totaling 3.71 acres near Haverhill Road
• Ordinance 2024-07/08 (1st reading): Land use and zoning change for 11 parcels to Commercial General
• Ordinance 2024-10 (1st reading): Approve alcohol sales at 5208 S. Haverhill Road

The Greenacres City Council approved the first reading of ordinances to annex 11 parcels totaling about 3.71 acres on Haverhill Road, Thomas Avenue, and Flory Drive, along with companion land use and zoning changes to commercial designations. They also approved first readings for a single-parcel annexation at 6297 Lake Worth Road with related land use and zoning changes, and for ordinances allowing alcohol sales near worship/schools with waivers, a site-specific alcohol permit for a future pickleball facility, and fence standards for athletic facilities in residential zones. The consent agenda was approved, and several items were postponed or removed.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-18 (second reading) annexing 0.014 acres at 6297 Lake Worth Road (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-01 (first reading) changing future land use at 6297 Lake Worth Road to Commercial (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-02 (first reading) rezoning 6297 Lake Worth Road to Commercial General (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-22 (first reading) annexing 11 parcels on Haverhill Road, Thomas Ave, Flory Dr (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-07 (first reading) changing future land use for those 11 parcels to Commercial (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-08 (first reading) rezoning those 11 parcels to Commercial General (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-09 (first reading) allowing distance waivers for alcohol sales near worship/schools (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-10 (first reading) for on-premises alcohol at 5208 S. Haverhill Road (4-0)

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Special Magistrate heard four code enforcement cases and ordered compliance deadlines with daily fines for each. One case was partially resolved before the hearing. No fines were certified, tabled, or appealed.

• Case 10-23-10003 (Daniel P Mahalic Jr, 2732 Pointe Cir): ordered compliance within 45 days for dead tree, else $50/day fine
• Case 3-23-9740 (Daisy Ricciardi, 5931 Whispering Pine Way #A2): ordered compliance within 15 days for closed shutters, else $100/day fine
• Case 5-12-9819 (Edward R Napoli, 533 Broward Ave): ordered compliance within 15 days for inoperable vehicle, panel covering window, trash, debris, and house ID, else $50/day fine
• Case 7-23-9905 (Walter P McMurtry, 125 Jackson Ave): ordered compliance within 30 days for house ID, unregistered vehicle, and parking on grass, else $100/day fine

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Special Magistrate heard four code enforcement cases and ordered compliance deadlines with daily fines for non-compliance. One case (dead tree) was partially resolved before the hearing. No fines were certified, tabled, or appealed.

• Case 10-23-10003 (Daniel P Mahalic Jr, 2732 Pointe Cir): ordered compliance within 45 days for dead tree, else $50/day fine
• Case 3-23-9740 (Daisy Ricciardi, 5931 Whispering Pine Way #A2): ordered compliance within 15 days for closed shutters, else $100/day fine
• Case 5-12-9819 (Edward R Napoli, 533 Broward Ave): ordered compliance within 15 days for inoperable vehicle, panel covering window, trash/debris, and house ID, else $50/day fine
• Case 7-23-9905 (Walter P McMurtry, 125 Jackson Ave): ordered compliance within 30 days for house ID, unregistered vehicle, and parking on grass, else $100/day fine

Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on several city-initiated requests to change future land use and zoning designations for recently annexed parcels, including the PBC Lift Station, Gardner Lane Denton Nursery, City EOC site, and properties along Haverhill Road. The board will also consider two zoning text amendments regarding alcohol sales near schools and fencing around athletic facilities. The agenda includes approval of minutes and other procedural items.

• CPA-24-01/ZC-24-01: Change land use and zoning for 6297 Lake Worth Road to City Commercial (CM/CG)
• CPA-24-02/ZC-24-02: Change land use and zoning for 4964 Gardner Lane to City Agricultural (AR)
• CPA-24-03/ZC-24-03: Change land use and zoning for 4901 and 4977 S. 56th Terrace to Public Institution (PI) and Government Use (GU)
• CPA-24-04/ZC-24-04: Change land use and zoning for multiple properties on Haverhill Road and adjacent streets to residential and commercial designations
• ZTA-24-01: Text amendment for alcohol sales near schools; ZTA-24-02: fencing standards for athletic facilities

The Board approved eight city-initiated requests to update future land use and zoning designations for parcels recently annexed from Palm Beach County. These changes align the parcels with City of Greenacres codes for commercial, agricultural, residential, and public institutional uses. The Board also approved a zoning text amendment regarding alcohol sales near schools by a 3-2 vote and another amendment regarding fences around athletic facilities by a 5-0 vote.

• Approved CPA-24-01 land use change for 6297 Lake Worth Road (5-0)
• Approved ZC-24-01 zoning change for 6297 Lake Worth Road (5-0)
• Approved CPA-24-02 land use change for 4964 Gardner Lane (5-0)
• Approved ZC-24-02 zoning change for 4964 Gardner Lane (5-0)
• Approved CPA-24-03 land use change for City EOC Site (5-0)
• Approved ZC-24-03 zoning change for City EOC Site (5-0)
• Approved CPA-24-04 land use change for Haverhill Road parcels (5-0)
• Approved ZC-24-04 zoning change for Haverhill Road parcels (5-0)

City Council

The Greenacres City Council will hold public hearings on two quasi-judicial resolutions to approve a special exception and site plan for a private club with recreational facilities, café, retail, and events at 5200 S. Haverhill Road. The meeting will also consider first readings of two annexation ordinances for parcels totaling 0.014 and 12.86 acres, and discuss political signs and litigation matters.

• Special Exception and site plan approval for private club at 5200 S. Haverhill Road (Resolutions 2024-08 & 2024-09)
• Annexation of 0.014-acre parcel at 6297 Lake Worth Road (Ordinance 2023-18)
• Annexation of 12.86-acre parcel at 4901 and 4977 South 56th Terrace (Ordinance 2023-21)
• Resolution 2024-11: Appoint alternate Special Magistrate and amend agreement with Davis & Associates, P.A.
• Discussion on political signs and Form 6 litigation

The City Council approved a special exception and site plan to allow a private pickleball club, café, and retail space at 5208 S. Haverhill Road. Council also advanced two land annexations on first reading and approved several administrative resolutions.

• Approved special exception for private club and facilities at 5208 S. Haverhill Road (5-0)
• Approved site plan for The Pickleball Club at 5208 S. Haverhill Road (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-18 to annex 0.014 acres at 6297 Lake Worth Road (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-21 to annex 12.86 acres for Emergency Operating Center and Fire Rescue (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Resolution 2024-10 (liens), Resolution 2024-11 (Special Magistrate), and billing write-offs (5-0)
• Declined to pursue litigation regarding Form 6 financial disclosure requirements

Special Magistrate Hearing

At the January 31, 2024 Special Magistrate Hearing, Special Magistrate Bernard ordered two property owners to come into compliance within 30 days on unpermitted-work cases, with $100-per-day fines if they don't. In two other cases where violations were already corrected, the magistrate reduced accrued fines: $125,850 to $12,585 for Lakeview Gardens of PB Condos at 100-700 Nottingham Cir, and $7,450 to $223.50 for a property at 109 Jackson Ave. No cases were tabled and no fines were certified.

• Case 11-23-10075 (3085 Perry Ave): ordered compliance within 30 days or $100/day fine for damage repaired without permit
• Case 7-23-9900 (301 Fleming Ave): ordered compliance within 30 days or $100/day fine for unpermitted shed
• Case 12-15-5524 (100-700 Nottingham Cir): fines reduced from $125,850 to $12,585, payable within 120 days or revert to $125,850
• Case 1-23-9639 (109 Jackson Ave): fines reduced from $7,450 to $223.50, payable within 45 days or revert to $7,450
• No fines certified; no cases tabled

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Special Magistrate ordered two properties to resolve permit violations within 30 days or face daily fines. Additionally, the Magistrate granted significant reductions in accrued fines for two properties that have since reached compliance.

• Ordered compliance within 30 days for 3085 Perry Ave (unpermitted repairs) or $100 daily fine
• Ordered compliance within 30 days for 301 Fleming Ave (unpermitted shed) or $100 daily fine
• Reduced fines for 100-700 Nottingham Cir from $125,850.00 to $12,585.00 if paid within 120 days
• Reduced fines for 109 Jackson Ave from $7,450.00 to $223.50 if paid within 45 days

Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Greenacres Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will review four voluntary annexation proposals involving county, city, and drainage district parcels. Additionally, the board will hold public hearings on a special exception and site development plan for a new pickleball club with indoor and outdoor courts.

• ANX-23-01: Voluntary annexation of PBC Lift Station Parcel at 6297 Lake Worth Road (0.014 acres)
• ANX-23-02: Voluntary annexation of Gardner Lane Denton Nursery at 4964 Gardner Lane and an adjoining LWDD parcel (totaling 6.22 acres)
• ANX-23-03: Voluntary annexation of two city-owned parcels at 4901 and 4977 S. 56th Terrace and an adjoining LWDD parcel (totaling 12.86 acres)
• ANX-23-04: Voluntary annexation of twelve parcels along S. Haverhill Road and Thomas Ave/Flory Dr (totaling 3.9895 acres)
• SE-23-02 & SP-23-05: Special exception and site plan for The Pickleball Club at 5208 S. Haverhill Road featuring 16 indoor courts, 3 outdoor pickleball courts, and 2 outdoor bocce ball courts

The Greenacres Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals approved four voluntary annexation requests totaling over 16 acres of unincorporated Palm Beach County land. The board also granted a special exception and site plan approval for a Pickleball Club facility at 5208 S. Haverhill Road. One annexation request for Gardner Lane passed with a 4-1 vote, while the others passed unanimously.

• Approved ANX-23-01 PBC Lift Station Parcel annexation (5-0)
• Approved ANX-23-02 Gardner Lane Denton Nursery annexation (4-1)
• Approved ANX-23-03 S. 56th Terrace annexation (5-0)
• Approved ANX-23-04 Haverhill Road annexation (5-0)
• Approved SE-23-02 Pickleball Club special exception (5-0)
• Approved SP-23-05 Pickleball Club site plan (5-0)
• Re-elected Emily Jacob-Robarts as Chair and Joan Hayes as Vice Chair

City Council

The Greenacres City Council is holding a special meeting with several public hearings and consent agenda items. Key decisions include adopting the Florida Fire Prevention Code 8th Edition, amending the FY 2023-2024 budget, leasing city property to the Florida Department of Health, and approving a road construction contract with MJC Land Development. The meeting also includes proclamations, routine resolutions, and board reappointments.

• Ordinance 2023-15: Adopt Florida Fire Prevention Code 8th Edition
• Ordinance 2023-19: Amend FY 2023-2024 budget
• Ordinance 2023-20: Lease city property to Florida Department of Health
• Resolution 2024-07: Contract with MJC Land Development for road work (demolition, drainage, paving)
• Resolution 2024-06: Notice of March 19, 2024 municipal election

The Greenacres City Council approved the consent agenda, three ordinances on second reading, a road construction contract, and reappointments. The consent agenda included resolutions for a construction easement, CDBG amendment, interlocal agreement, software renewals, and election services. The ordinances adopted the Florida Fire Prevention Code 8th Edition, amended the FY 2023-2024 budget, and approved a lease with the Florida Department of Health. The council also awarded a contract to MJC Land Development for the Chicksaw Road Replacement and L-11 Canal Piping project.

• Approved consent agenda including resolutions 2024-01 through 2024-06 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-15 adopting Florida Fire Prevention Code 8th Edition (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-19 amending FY 2023-2024 budget (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-20 leasing city property to Florida Department of Health (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-07 awarding road/canal contract to MJC Land Development (5-0)
• Reappointed Joan Hayes and Betty Litowsky to Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals (5-0)
• Consensus to hold Form 6 special meeting (4-1, Diaz opposing)