General Rules & Procedures for Public Participation at
City of Boynton Beach Commission Meetings

• Consent Agenda Items: These are items which the Commission does not need to discuss individually and which are voted on as a group.
• Regular Agenda Items: These are items which the Commission will discuss individually in the order listed on the agenda.
• Voice Vote: A voice vote by the Commission indicates approval of the agenda item. This can be by either a regular voice vote with "Ayes & Nays" or by a roll call vote.

The public is encouraged to offer comment to the Commission at their meetings during Public Hearings, Public Audience, and on any regular agenda item, as hereinafter described.

City Commission meetings are business meetings and, as such, the Commission retains the right to impose time limits on the discussion on an issue.

• Public Hearings: Any citizen may speak on an official agenda item under the section entitled "Public Hearings."
• Public Audience: Any citizen may be heard concerning any matter within the scope of the jurisdiction of the Commission - Time Limit - Three (3) Minutes.

Regular Agenda Items: Any citizen may speak on any official agenda item(s) listed on the agenda after a motion has been made and properly seconded, with the exception of Consent Agenda Items that have not been pulled for separate vote, reports, and presentations. - Time Limit - Three (3) Minutes.

Addressing the Commission: When addressing the Commission, please step up to either podium and state your name for the record.

Decorum: Any person who disrupts the meeting while addressing the Commission may be ordered by the presiding officer to cease further comments and/or to step down from the podium. Failure to discontinue comments or step down when so ordered shall be treated as a continuing disruption of the public meeting. An order by the presiding officer issued to control the decorum of the meeting is binding, unless over-ruled by the majority vote of the Commission members present.

Please turn off all cellular phones in the City Commission Chambers while the City Commission Meeting is in session.

The City of Boynton Beach encourages interested parties to attend and participate in public meetings either in-person or via communications media technology online. To view and/or participate in the City Commission meeting online you have the following options:

1. Watch the meeting online, but not participate:

       https://www.boynton-beach.org/748/Watch-City-Commission-Meetings

2. Watch the meeting online and provide public comment during the meeting:

       YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@cityofboynton).

       Please click onto the description / more tab under the video player to see:

       *The Agenda link

       *Live-To-Air Public Comment link

       *Instructions on how to make a comment link

       *Tech Support hotline number 

If you are following the agenda and want to speak specifically during the agenda item labeled “Public comments”, you are permitted to start the connectivity process during the item that precedes public comments to ensure that all contributors are in que, screened and ready when that segment of the agenda is presented, or please wait until your topic of concern is being discussed before requesting to join the meeting for public comment.

Please note that time limits will be enforced so comments must be limited to no more than 3 minutes.

*Presenters, Consultants, and Subject Matter Experts (SME) may join at any time with prior approval.

For additional information or for special assistance prior to the meeting, please contact Maylee De Jesús, City Clerk at cityclerk@bbfl.us or (561) 742-6061.

Roll Call.

Invocation given by Rev. Amalie Ash, First Presbyterian Boynton.

Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Commissioner Aimee Kelley.

Agenda Approval:

     1. Additions, Deletions, Corrections

     2. Adoption

City Commissioners to disclose any informational items to the public. 

Economic Development is pleased to announce the celebration of the 2025 National Small Business Week from May 4th through May 10th with a community-wide scavenger hunt titled the Boynton Beach Business Quest.

This interactive event invites residents to visit participating small businesses, find a special Quest Sticker, take a photo, and post it on social media to complete fun challenges. Participants will have the chance to win prizes and access special offers—all while supporting our local entrepreneurs.

The Business Quest is designed to boost foot traffic, introduce residents to businesses they may not yet know, and highlight the essential role small businesses play in shaping the character and economy of Boynton Beach.

This is a meaningful opportunity for residents of all ages to explore, engage, and support local. We invite the community to take part in this creative celebration of the entrepreneurial spirit that drives Boynton Beach forward.

Join us for an egg-citing celebration at Egg-Stravaganza on Saturday, April 19, 2025! This FREE event will occur at Centennial Park & Amphitheater from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.

This year's event includes a kid zone, giveaways by supporting sponsors Raising Canes and Florida Blue, vendors, food trucks, music, egg hunts, and more. For more information, log on to the Recreation and Parks Department's website at WeMakeLifeFun.com.

Bring your family and friends for a morning filled with fun and festivities! Don't miss out on this egg-stra special event! 

For more information, log on to the City's website at Boynton-Beach.org.

We would like to thank Chariots on Ice and Little Wolf Carpentry for their outstanding efforts in constructing this year’s Magic Wheels. Their dedication to providing custom devices has brought joy and excitement to the lives of children with mobility challenges in our community. We would also like to thank the Greater Boynton Beach Foundation, Hunters Run, and the Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors for their collaboration on the Barrier Free 5K. Stephanie Soplop, Compliance Coordinator-ADA/FMLA will present plaques to the partners, as well as a recap video showcasing the events.

Announce that Hurricane Season begins June 1^st and the Solid Waste Division is urging residents to do their part by conducting tree trimming early in preparation for the Hurricane Season.

The City will be having a Hurricane Vegetation Amnesty Week that begins May 5^th- May 9^th, 2025. 

• Residents may place more than the three (3) cubic yards of vegetation only out for pickup on their scheduled bulk day during that week.
• Fees will be waived during amnesty week only.
• All guidelines must be followed for pickup.

If you have any questions you can contact us at (561) 742-6200, option 1, Monday – Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

Public Audience: Any citizen may be heard concerning any matter within the scope of the jurisdiction of the Commission. Speakers will be limited to 3-minute presentations (at the discretion of the Chair, this 3-minute allowance may need to be adjusted depending on the level of business coming before the City Commission).

City Commission to reappoint and appoint eligible members of the community to serve in vacant positions on City Advisory Boards.

Approve Community Support Fund requests from Commissioner Turkin.

Staff Recommends Approval

Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R25-095.

 Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R25-096.

Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R25-104. 

Staff Recommends Approval

Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R25-097 and Resolution No. R25-098.

Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R25-099 and Proposed Resolution No. R25-100.

Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R25-101. 

Staff recommends approval of Proposed Resolution No. R25-102.

Approval or Denial of the request for a Major Site Plan Modification (MSPM-2024.10.69688) application to construct an 8,111 square-foot addition to the existing medical and professional office building and associated site improvements on the outparcel in the Boynton Beach Promenade located at 1101 North Congress Avenue.

Approval or Denial of a Development Order for a Variance (ZNCV-2024.10.69688) from Part III, Chapter 4, Article V, Section 2.C. Table 4-18 – Commercial and Office & Health Care Uses, to allow a reduction of 42 required parking spaces to accommodate the 8,111 square foot additions to an existing two-story 15,800 square foot building.  

Staff recommends approval of Proposed Ordinance No. 25-003, at first reading.

Staff recommends approval of Proposed Ordinance No. 25-004, at first reading.

In order to provide the City Commission and public up to date information with respect to future agenda items, staff have initiated a tracking sheet for all future agenda items.    Attached is the updated tracking sheet as of November 12, 2024.

Approve Modification to Development Order (GA 25-9900001), amending the Conditions of Approval (COA) associated with the approved Pulte Cottage District New Master Plan (NMP-2023.06.4139) and New Major Site Plan (NWSP-2023.06.4139) applications. 

Requested by Commissioner Kelley.

Direct staff to prepare an Ordinance relating to proof of residency, filing fees, and sign bonds.

Requested by Commissioner Turkin.

Requested by Commissioner Turkin.

Requested by Commissioner Cruz.

Requested by Commissioner Turkin and Commissioner Kelley.

Requested by Commissioner Turkin.

Requested by Commissioner Cruz.

Requested by Vice Mayor Hay.

Requested by Commissioner Turkin.

Requested by Vice Mayor Hay.

Requested by Vice Mayor Hay.

Requested by Vice Mayor Hay.

Requested by Commissioner Cruz.

Requested by Commissioner Cruz.

Requested by Commissioner Kelley.

Notice

If a person decides to appeal to any decision made by the City Commission with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, He/She will need a record of the proceedings and, for such purpose, He/She may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (F.S. 286.0105)

The City shall furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary to afford an individual with a disability an equal opportunity to participate in and enjoy the benefits of a service, program, or activity conducted by the City. Please contact the City Clerk's office, (561) 742-6060 or (TTY) 1-800-955-8771, at least 48 hours prior to the program or activity in order for the City to reasonably accommodate your request.

Additional agenda items may be added subsequent to the publication of the agenda on the City's web site. Information regarding items added to the agenda after it is published on the City's web site can be obtained from the office of the City Clerk.