Name
Meeting Date
3/21/2023
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1
Sam Goodstein
2
Diane Brown
3
Cliff Kohlmeyer
4
Catherine Kohlmeyer
5
Jill Karlin
6
Sam Goodstein
7
JIM FINNEGAN
8
Amy Ferriter
9
Donna Kerner
10
Catherine Kohlmeyer
11
Suki DeJong
12
Gael Silverblatt
13
Lee Simons
14
Lee Simons
15
Lee Simons
16
Lee Simons
17
Cliff Kohlmeyer
18
Cliff Kohlmeyer
19
Anthony Bennett
20
Thomas Conboy
21
Thomas Conboy
22
Catherine Kohlmeyer
23
Catherine Kohlmeyer
24
Panagioti Tsolkas
25
Sue Welch
26
Zade Shamsi-Basha
27
David Welch
28
Diane Brown
29
Diane Brown
30
Luis Tamayo
31
Luis Tamayo
32
Edmond Leblanc
33
Ted Johnson
34
Ted Johnson
35
Suki deJong
36
Cheryl Leventhal
37
Cheryl Leventhal
38
Cheryl Leventhal
39
Alexis Fuller
40
Alexis Fuller
41
Cheryl Leventhal
42
Suki deJong
43
Panagioti Tsolkas
44
Cara Jennings
45
Jill Karlin
46
Richard Stowe
47
William Munro
48
Drew Martin
49
Noam Brown
50
Christopher Mead
51
Sam Goodstein
52
Cara Jennings
53
Penny Darling
54
Cara Jennings
55
Sam Goodstein
56
Nick Paliughi
57
Daniel Morgan
58
Anthony Gallegos
59
Matthew Brennan
60
Suki DeJong
61
sam smith
62
Sue Welch
63
Charmaine Raymond
64
Gael Silverblatt
65
Joseph Barnini
66
Christine Sylvain
67
Wes Blackman
68
Kathleen Sommers Naiditch
69
Nicholas Parks
70
Melissa Naman
71
Nick Paliughi
72
Rachel Andes
73
Anthony Gallegos
74
Matthew brisson
75
Zade Shamsi-Basha
76
yvon brisson
77
Barry Katz
78
Daniel Hitchcock
79
Matthew Brennan
80
Robert Patterson
81
Alex Cull
82
Richard Stowe
83
Cathy Casella
84
Andrew Gottlieb
85
Amy Kabcenell
86
Ted Brownstein
87
Craig Frost
88
Marilu machin
89
Tom Johnson
90
Erin Allen
91
Robert D'Arinzo
92
Thomas Cavallo
93
Lili Hughes
94
Bo Allen
95
Adriane Coplan
96
Keith Morin
97
Roy Foster
98
sam smith
99
Monica Bilotti
100
Sam Goodstein
101
Amy Ferriter
102
Marilu Machin
103
Jill Karlin
104
Amy Kabcenell
105
alexander schultz
106
Mary Kelley
107
sam smith
108
Elizabeth Arevalo
109
Erin Allen
110
Brendan Lynch
111
Greg Richter
112
Jill Karlin
113
Michele Mower
114
sam smith
115
sam smith
116
Drew Martin
117
sam smith
118
David Simms
119
Richard Stowe
120
Thomas Lemere
121
Herman Robinson
122
Makayla Clanton
123
Wes Blackman
124
Blue Kaufman
125
Ginny Powell
126
Mary Tost-Dunning
127
Judith Fox
128
Brian Luongo
129
Scott Zucker
130
Bernard Guthrie
131
Donna Kerner
132
cindy lookabaugh
133
Micaela Martin
134
catherine nolan
135
Gwen D'Amico
136
ROBERT D'AMICO
137
Catherine Nolan
138
Anthony Gallegos
139
Yvon Brisson
140
Kate Schofield
141
Daniel Hitchcock
142
Jeannette Sullivan
143
Helen Betances
144
Amanda Winters
145
Kathleen Naiditch
146
Anthony Gallegos
147
Donna Kerner
148
Noam Brown
149
Cara Jennings
150
Cara Jennings
151
Marilyn Soeziale
152
Catherine Kohlmeyer
153
Cliff Kohlmeyer
154
Elise Crohn
155
Panagioti Tsolkas
156
Shauna Coolican
157
Karen Ryan
158
Marina Desiderio
159
Danny Barnett
160
Marion deJong
161
Richard Stowe
162
Adriane Coplan
163
Michael Beautyman
164
Ellen Ashford
165
Luis Tamayo
166
catherine nolan
167
Amy Ferriter
168
Thomas Arabia
169
Nicole Tuckness
170
Helen Betances
171
Cathy Casella
172
Ryan Oblander
173
Jonathan Nicholas
174
MICHELLE SYLVESTER
175
CAROLINE CLORE
176
Erin Allen
177
Amy Kabcenell
178
Wes Blackman
179
Jaana Piira
180
Jon Faust
181
Amy Kabcenell
182
Wes Blackman
183
Wes Blackman
184
Danny Clanton
185
Kathleen Naiditch
186
Kathleen Naiditch
187
Debra Robert
188
Roger Bennett
189
catherine nolan
190
catherine nolan
191
Amy Ferriter
192
Sam smith
193
Marilu Machin
194
Carmencita Feliz
195
Andrew Carey
196
Richard Crossley
197
Anthony Segrich
198
Thomas Conboy
199
Sam Goodstein
200
Gael Silverblatt
201
JIM FINNEGAN
202
Erin Allen
203
Sugar Bear
204
yvon brisson
205
Laurel Robinson
206
Adriane Coplan
207
Tracey McMinn
208
David Simms
209
marilu machin
210
Elizabeth Dole
211
Joseph Torres
212
Donna Kerner
213
Sue Welch
214
Cara Jennings
215
Gael Silverblatt
216
Herman Robinson
217
Sam Goodstein
218
Catherine Nolan
219
Jane Hayes
220
Lee Simons
221
Lee Simons
222
Lee Simons
223
Evelin Urcuyo
224
Ryan Oblander
225
Lindsay McElroy
226
Kathleen Naiditch
227
Stephen Erenstein
228
Hillary Keyes
229
Mike Smith
230
Erin Allen
231
Rachel Kijewski
232
Ryan Oblander
233
Suzanne Masterson
234
Lee and Nina Benaroch
235
Dianne hutchins
236
Jason Sprague
237
Courtney Kline
238
Amy Ferriter
239
Mike & Nancy Walker
240
Chad Alvarez
241
ALEXIS SHAPIRO
242
Sona Shornden
243
Ginny Powell
244
Christopher Pope
245
Shay Cl Csonka
246
Patricia (Patti) Bébien-Aronoff
247
Erik Feldman
248
andrew carey
249
CAROLINE CLORE
250
Lisa Wilson
251
Nancy Zidek
252
Blue Kaufman
253
Heidi Ferguson
254
Rodella Hausauer
255
Gary Serignese
256
Cathy Casella
257
Makayla Clanton
258
Walter Stelmach
259
Jonathan Nicholas
260
howard perkins
261
Memory Trees Corporation
262
philip materio
263
Amy Kabcenell
264
Stéphane Verdille
265
Walter Stelmach
266
Walter Stelmach
267
John Tierney
268
Debra Robert
269
Jessica Steinweg
270
Ginny Powell
271
Durin Christine
272
Robert Patterson
273
Beverly Osterholt
274
Lucas Powell
275
Stefanie Isaksen
276
Cathy Casella
277
Dave Blair
278
Diane Skoglund
279
Olivia Ouellette
280
Kate and Michael Barnini
281
Brian Mudd
282
Sugar Bear
283
Deborah Brantley
284
Mary Lindsey
285
Ashley Mudd
286
Cathy Coniglio
287
Barbara Reeve
288
Kenneth Efinger
289
Naomi Carter
290
Thomas Osterholt
291
gregory rhodes
292
Elizabeth Dole
293
mike la ruelle
294
Amy Kabcenell
295
Sarah Hoffman
296
Marisa Palazzotto
297
Richard Beard
298
Tom Forlenza
299
Danielle Hartman
300
Tammy Pansa
301
James Else
302
Beth Mack
303
Peter Crocitto
304
Amanda Winters
305
Sabrina Breeden
306
CHRISTOPHER & RENEE PANZER
307
Eunice Vivar
308
Cara Jennings
309
Yasmin Stem
310
Eunice Vivar
311
Rebecca SWARTZ
312
Danielle Hartman
313
Roger Bennett
314
Alice Mann
315
Alexander Cull
316
Katrina Stautihar
317
Siena M
318
Sue Welch
319
Matthew Brennan
320
Zade Shamsi-Basha
321
Rebecca Swartz
322
Wes Blackman
323
Wes Blackman
324
Ken Efinger
325
Sam Goodstein
326
Amy Kabcenell
327
Amy Ferriter
328
Adriane Coplan
329
Cathy Casella
330
Makayla Clanton
331
Noam Brown
332
Noam Brown
333
Nick Paliughi
334
Dori Stibolt
335
Nick Paliughi
336
Christy Janssen
337
marilu machin
338
Noam Brown
339
Sky Patterson
340
Dr. Nancy Goddard
341
Connie Vieaux
342
Serenity McGraw
343
Cleveland Roundtree
344
Nick Paliughi
345
Renee Hoyt
346
Erin Allen
347
Cara Jennings
348
Ellen Ashford
349
Jim Finnegan
350
Cliff Kohlmeyer
351
Alexander Cull
352
Gael Silverblatt
353
William Munro
354
David Simms
355
Noam Brown
356
Jamin Martinelli
357
Ginny Powell
358
Stefanie Isaksen
359
Sue Welch
360
James Tebbe
361
Ramsay Stevens
362
Whitley McGovern
363
Donna Kerner
364
Jill Karlin
365
Ted Brownstein
366
Ted Brownstein
367
Beth Schrantz
368
Susan Guyaux
369
Michael Beautyman
370
DAnny Clanton
371
Martin Welfeld
372
Teresa Miller
373
Kenneth Efinger
374
Marilu Machin
375
Robert Sosnowski
376
Michael Casella
377
Bo Allen
378
Amy Kabcenell
379
Erin S Allen
380
Mike & Nancy Walker
381
Thomas Cavallo
382
Lili Hughes
383
Cathy Casella
384
David Negley
385
Thomas Osterholt
386
Amy Ferriter
387
Beverly Osterholt
388
Stacey Serrano
389
Bernard Guthrie
390
Sandra Ekberg
391
Chris Diserio
392
Eric Hann
393
Anthony Lofaso
394
Diane Brown
395
Drew Martin
396
Matt Volkens
397
Thomas Lemere
398
Daniel El Sayed
399
Marina Desiderio
400
Aidan Williams
401
Sabrina Russo
402
Dori Stibolt
403
Helen Betances
404
John Jacobson
405
Gael Silverblatt
406
Kaleah Green
407
Kaleah Green
408
Zade Shamsi-Basha
409
Loretta Gilfus
410
Panagioti Tsolkas
411
Penny Darling
412
Noam Brown
413
Dami Feral
414
Siena Mayers
415
Danna Torres
416
Blue Kaufman
417
Todd Kimberlain
418
Michael Layberger
419
Jill Karlin
420
Susan Branneky
421
john wright
422
Jill Karlin
423
Ramsay Stevens
424
Craig Frost
425
Ryan Oblander
426
Michael Antheil
427
Chia Schmitz
428
Ramsay MacLeod
429
Wes Blackman
430
Ginny Powell
431
Sue Welch
432
Sue Welch
433
Dr. Scott Rice
434
Richard Stowe
435
Richard Stowe
436
Mercedes Rico
437
Anthony Gallegos
438
Nick Paliughi
439
Panagioti Tsolkas
440
Jae Markis
441
michael blake
442
Anthony Segrich
443
michael blake
444
shayne regan
445
keith test
446
PB Post
447
PB Post
448
PB Post
449
PB Post
450
Anonymous Anonymous
451
Mehran Basiratmand
452
Mehran Basiratmand
453
Sue Welch
454
kathy reynolds
455
Erin Coxon Coxon
456
Donna Kerner
457
Sue Welch
458
Jill Karlin
459
Gael Silverblatt
460
Dan Volker
461
Matt Portilla
462
Toby Vandemark Vandemark
463
Shelly Zacks
464
Shelly Zacks
465
Jomar Suarez
466
Vaughn Murphy
467
JESSICA NEWTON
468
Debra Arippol
469
Raymond Kowalski
470
Raymond Kowalski
471
Raymond Kowalski
472
Raymond Kowalski
473
Raymond Kowalski
474
Raymondkk Kowalski
475
Raymond Kowalski
476
Raymond Kowalski
477
Raymond Kowalski
478
Raymond Kowalski
479
Raymond Kowalski
480
Raymond Kowalski
481
Raymond Kowalski
482
Raymond Kowalski
483
Raymond Kowalski
484
Raymond Kowalski
485
Raymond Kowalski
486
Raymond Kowalski
487
Andrea Tomlinson
488
Raymond Kowalski
489
Linda Chapley
490
Nathan Kowalski
491
Miguel Candelas
492
Christian Kahler
493
Elfin Delmundo
494
Juliet Christie
495
Miguel Candelas
496
Tanya Hacker
497
Erin A Coxon Coxon
498
Nicole McMurphy
499
Anna-Marina Heim
500
Hildah Mulenga
501
Daniella Ortiz
502
Anna Heim
503
Marion Ehlers
504
Dana Stewart
505
Frisner Jean-Pierre
506
Sugar Bear
507
Sugar Bear
508
Sugar Bear
509
Ted Brownstein
510
Kathryn Gill
511
Arthur Newman
512
Gurunam Khalsa
513
Brenda Macedo
514
veronika koushal
515
Ulrike Schackman
516
Maria del Rosario Domecq
517
Rhonda Hewitt
518
Ken Horkavy
519
Melanie Bailey
520
Kathleen Reynolds
521
Caroline Colie
522
Lynne Czysz
523
Hillary Keyes
524
Hillary Keyes
525
Cara Jennings
526
Dina Bell
527
Susan Ona
528
Clare Buckland
529
Maryellen Healy
530
Matthew Kwarchak
531
Cliff Kohlmeyer
532
Victoria Mesa-Estrada
533
Ted Johnson
534
Victoria Mesa-Estrada
535
Noam Brown
536
Donna Kerner
537
Ramsay MacLeod
538
Diane Brown
539
Cheryl Leventhal
540
Dr. Scott Rice
541
Paige stephenson
542
Luis Tamayo
543
Susan Guyaux
544
Cory Metzler
545
Martin Welfeld
546
Johnny amygdalitsis
547
Jill Karlin
548
silvia rotela
549
Elizabeth Flynn
550
kurt hyde
551
Laura Devlin
552
Laura Devlin
553
William Munro
554
Wes Blackman
555
Jill Lavetsky
556
Noam Brown
557
Jae Markis
558
Kristine Olson
559
Laura Starr
560
Jennifer Sellars
561
Penny Darling
562
Joseph Brooks DuVal
563
Kevin Dorrian
564
President-South Palm Park NA Cheryl Rashkin
565
Kevin Dorrian
566
Bob LaRocca
567
Freddie Perez
568
Ryan Oblander
569
Ryan Oblander
570
Cara Jennings
571
Shanna Lillis
572
Noam Brown
573
Bernard Bush
574
Gael Silverblatt
575
David Brodie
576
Penny Darling
577
Sue Stevens Welch
578
Diane Lombardo
579
Bernard Guthrie
580
Bernard Guthrie
581
Siena Mayers
582
Carl Schulte
583
Shauna Coolican
584
JUAN CONTIN
585
Juan Contin
586
Trisha Mohl
587
Ramsay MacLeod
588
Ramsay MacLeod
589
JOSEPH Nieves
590
Trisha Mohl
591
Sophia Stone
592
Kathy McKinnon
593
Upendo Shabazz
594
Theodore Deckert
595
John Gilmore
596
ANGELA DEL SALTO
597
Matt Kwarchak
598
Ron Mexico
599
Ron Mexico
600
Lee Simons
601
Scott Rice
602
Gael Silverblatt
603
Richard Stowe
604
Richard Stowe
605
Yvon Brisson
606
Sarah Cattin
607
David Simms
608
Nick Paliughi
609
David Simms
610
Jill Karlin
611
Craig Frost
612
Jill Karlin
613
Jill Karlin
614
ANGELA DEL SALTO
615
Gael Silverblatt
616
Matthew Brennan
617
Benjamin Brown
618
Gael Silverblatt
619
Munro William
620
Todd Kimberlain
621
Munro William
622
Munro William
623
Juan Mendez
624
Yvon Brisson
625
Victoria Mesa-Estrada
626
Cheryl Leventhal
627
Cheryl Leventhal
628
Sukie DeJong
629
Cheryl Leventhal
630
Susan Ona
631
Ramsay MacLeod
632
Sibylla Hoch
633
Zade Shamsi-Basha
634
Sibylla Hoch
635
Luis Tamayo
636
Beth Schrantz
637
Beth Schrantz
638
Beth Schrantz
639
Luis Tamayo
640
Edmond Leblanc
641
Edmond Leblanc
642
marina desiderio
643
Marina Desiderio
644
Marina Desiderio
645
Diane Lombardo
646
Diane Lombardo
647
Ramsay MacLeod
648
Satu Oksanen
649
Satu Oksanen
650
Jianni Amygdalitsis
651
Todd Kimberlain
652
Anne Fairfax
653
Richard Stowe
654
Richard Stowe
655
Wes Blackman
656
Michele (Mimi) May
657
Gael Silverblatt
658
Keith Sullivan
659
Thomas Conboy
660
Cheryl Rashkin, President, SPPNA
661
Bernard Guthrie
662
Bernard Guthrie
663
Penny Darling
664
Cheryl Rashkin, South Palm Park NA
665
Panagioti Tsolkas
666
Cara Jennings
667
Cara Jennings
668
Thomas Conboy
669
Gael Silverblatt
670
Jae Markis
671
Kevin Dorrian
672
Juan Contin
673
Phillip Estlund
674
Donna Kerner
675
Noam Browqn
676
Cliff Kohlmeyer
677
Nick Paliughi
678
Arthur Broughton
679
Greg Richter
680
Cameron Stempel
681
Blue Kaufman
682
Audrey Paisley
683
Donna Kerner
684
Chia Schmitz
685
Ryan Oblander
686
Chia Schmitz
687
Cara Jennings
688
Mercedes Rico
689
Cara Jennings
690
Ryan Oblander
691
Panagioti Tsolkas
692
Richard Stowe
693
Sam Goodstein
694
Ricardo Martin
695
Cheryl Leventhal
696
Zade Shamsi-Basha
697
Ramsay MacLeod
698
Katie Chiles Ottenweller
699
Cheryl Leventhal
700
Monica Russell
701
Peter Modera
702
Ruby Hernandez
703
Ruby Hernandez
704
Heaven Campbell Solar United Neigbors
705
Wes Blackman
706
Sam Winikoff
707
Amber Blossman
708
Michelle Botindari
709
Richard Stowe
710
Reinaldo Diaz
711
Katie Mcgiveron
712
Ricardo Martin
713
Robert Breidenbach
714
Robert Breidenbach
715
James Tebbe
716
MIGUEL RIVERA
717
Oliver Q
718
Tanya Yalley
719
Daviano Sins
720
Adam Sessa
721
Adam Sessa
722
Flavia Franco
723
Noam Brown
724
Jayne Milner
725
Jae Kanella Markis
726
Panagioti Tsolkas
727
Cara Jennings
728
Maryellen Healy
729
Vicky Grant
730
Maryellen Healy
731
Danna Torres
732
Amy Ferriter
733
Ramsay MacLeod
734
Gael Silverblatt
735
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Meeting Date
Topic
Item
For or Against
Comments
3/21/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
Against
Special places are not always made by being practical. Continue to guide the CRA in your own vision of keeping our character downtown. The Lucerne, though we are used to it, still sticks out in like a sore thumb. Don't solicit something else that does not match the character of the area. The TPA came back with interesting things, but neither 1) placemaking or 2) in character with the historic area. Developing small lots builds on the town's character, and the transition to residential neighbor
3/21/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
N/A
We would like to see multiple RFP’s so have multiple buildings with diverse styles to fit in with old town better. It should have lower capital requirements. Multiple RFP’s will help keep the charm of old town area. Awe. Also would encourage you to save the 2 Lake Ave properties. Grants may be possible to preserve historic buildings and do energy improvements.
3/21/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
N/A
Dear Mayor and Commissioners Re: Discussion on Solicitation for L & M Streets Property Development. Thank you for engaging Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council to get citizens’ input. As its final report states: “At the core of the public sentiment towards the redevelopment of the properties ….is the desire for a smaller, incremental infill development consistent with the historic scale and character of the area.” I agree with this, and with Dana Little’s statement in his January 24th pr
3/21/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
N/A
Please do not include any possibility of sustainability credits or Transfer Development Rights in this RFP - a strategy recommended by Treasure Coast. Sustainability credits are not appropriate for a development in a sensitive historic district. Please make the criteria for the RFP very clear. The Treasure Coast recommendation and the City plan on the CRA website both talk about retaining the historic character of Lake Worth. It is hard for me to match these stated values with what actually happ
3/7/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
N/A
Sometimes the simplest solutions are the best. To keep the integrity of our brand, "20th Century South Florida Beach Vernacular Architecture", break up the chunk, the amassed properties at L and M Street into individual parcels and let lots of individuals and developers have a chance to participate and start creating a business hub and homes in keeping with the style of architecture of Old Town.
3/7/2023
Unfinished Business
Item B
Against
3/7/2023
Unfinished Business
Item B
Against
I AM VEHEMENTLY AGAINST THE L AND M MASTER PALN AND,AND THE CRA’S SAMPLE RFP. THESE ARE NOT WHAT WILL GIVE OUR TOWN THE LOOK,FEEL AND SUSTAINABILITY FOR OUR SMALL TOWN. I AM ALSO AGINST THE DEMO OF 501 LAKE. ALL SUCCESSFUL MAKEOVERS FOR DOWN TOWNS ARE ABOUT KEEPING THE HISTORICAL BUILDING –THAT’S WHAT KEEPS OUR HISTORY, TRADITION AND TOURISTS. I SUPPORT BETTY RESCHS VISION TO SAVE THIS 1930’S BUILDING. IT IS WELL WORTH IT TO OUR COMMUNITY. HERE ARE A FEW OTHER POINTS: THE CITY NEEDS TO RE
3/7/2023
Unfinished Business
Item B
For
In December 2021, the Commission approved a six figure contract with TCRPC to undertake a comprehensive study of the downtown, specifically the L&M properties and to garner public input as to the appropriate future for the area. The TCRPC held an inclusive multi-day charente in April 2022 and had conversations with downtown stakeholders, interviews with the Mayor and Commissioners and made presentations to relevant advisory boards. An initial draft master plan was developed. It included variou
3/7/2023
Unfinished Business
Item B
Against
I have concerns with the CRA’s sample RFP and Treasure Coast report: - The 4 Evaluation Criteria need to be more specific and reflect the community concerns that were raised in the public Charrette. - Phase I, Item 7 (p. 79) indicates developers can purchase the 11 CRA-owned lots for $2M. How was this amount derived since $4.5M of public funds were spent purchasing the properties? - Phase II, Item 4 (p. 80) would allow developers to take advantage of incentives that would give higher building
3/7/2023
Unfinished Business
Item B
Against
3/7/2023
Unfinished Business
Item B
Against
I am against approving this RFP without addressing ALL of the following concerns. Especially, since at the January 24th presentation by Treasure Coast, it was said the Sustainability bonuses were not appropriate for this project. We do not need to be paying developers for our valuable downtown property. When are we going to realize that we have a beautiful city without giving it away to developers? These are my concerns: - The Evaluation Criteria (see quotes in attached Word file) are very ge
3/7/2023
Unfinished Business
Item B
Undecided
I would like to recommend the city commission reject the RFQ items Phase II - Full Proposal #4 as it includes that the project may use sustainable bonus incentives and transfer development rights incentive programs. This was not recommended by the public during the charrette nor was it recommended by the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council during the presentations to the city commission. This is a step backward in the planning of the L & M Streets Property Development. I would like to se
2/28/2023
New Business
Item D
For
the charge we pay the Orlando Utility Commission for natural gas burnt to generate power for us. The decline in natural gas prices gives us the option of lowering the PCA (although we still have debt). We will be deciding how much of the savings to set aside as a hedge against future fossil (natural) gas price increases.
2/28/2023
New Business
Item D
For
Florida is the Sunshine State. Power generated during daytime full sun , can be absorbed by the power company and then applied to home utilities in the evening when people return to their homes to run the AC etc. I'm all for committing our electric utility to Net Zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2045.
2/28/2023
New Business
Item E
For
Florida is the Sunshine State. Power generated during daytime full sun , can be absorbed by the power company and then applied to home utilities in the evening when people return to their homes to run the AC etc. I'm all for committing our electric utility to Net Zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2045.
2/28/2023
New Business
Item C
For
We are the Sunshine State ! It only makes sense to cover vacant unused areas including ALL of our former landfill with solar panels to regenerate smart land usage. Lets allow a community solar program that gives all residents an option for 100% clean energy Local sources of energy provides more resiliency than far away fields Please maximize the land with 7 MegaWatts of power right here on our landfill. Please create a community solar program that keeps money in our community The Inflation
2/28/2023
New Business
Item E
For
A commitment to net zero greenhouse gas emissions will Improve the quality of life for our citizens; protect the environment by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and provide economic opportunity because the clean energy is a growth industry. More businesses are prioritizing clean energy and sustainability, and Lake Worth Beach should seize this opportunity to invest in the future of our citizens, businesses and the environment. I hope the commission we commit to a public policy that our elect
2/28/2023
New Business
Item C
For
The City has a unique opportunity with funds from the Inflation Reduction Act to finance a community solar program that will provide us with more independence from fossil fuels, more options for ratepayers, and climate resiliency. The landfill would be an ideal location for the site of a new solar field. I hope the commission will give this proposal careful consideration.
2/28/2023
New Business
Item C
For
I support the city to put Solar on the Fields to help with reduced Natural Gas consumption and to help reduce the overall costs to city patrons.
2/28/2023
New Business
Item C
N/A
Tom Conboy Business owner located at 30 S M Street. I support reissuing the Community Solar RFP to take into account the befits we can get under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).
2/28/2023
New Business
Item E
For
Tom Conboy Business owner located at 30 S M Street. I support committing to achieving net-zero carbon emissions for our Electric Utility and meeting our 2035 and 2045 goals
2/28/2023
New Business
Item E
For
2/28/2023
New Business
Item C
Against
2/28/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I'm commenting on behalf of the Palm Beach County Environmental Coalition, and as a resident of the city, in support of the Lake Worth Beach Utility offering a community solar program. This will allow everyone in the city to contribute to our utility's greenhouse gas emission reductions and participate in the economic benefits of solar.
2/28/2023
New Business
Item C
Against
Cover the brownfield. Examine solar shade parking as well. Community solar increases our resiliency, is easier to maintain and gives renters and others the option to participate in community solar.
2/28/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
When it comes to renewable energy, I prefer to be part of the solution, not part of the problem; so I SUPPORT community solar efforts by our elected and advisory leaders.
2/28/2023
New Business
Item E
For
include annual reporting on progress & dedicate some of our bond money toward renewables and battery storage
2/28/2023
New Business
Item C
For
I am for item C to reissue a RFP for solar on our landfill. Please cover all our landfill with solar.
2/28/2023
New Business
Item E
For
We Strongly support item E for reducing LWB emissions. This is important for the future.
2/28/2023
New Business
Item E
For
1. I support the Net-Zero Resolution 05-2023 2. The City needs to prepare an annual report updating the public on the progress made in reducing emissions. 3. Apply for grants available in the inflation Reduction Act 2022 and/or Infrastructure. Bill of 2021 to help offset the costs of this initiative.
2/28/2023
New Business
Item C
For
1. The City needs to install soar panels at our former landfill. 2. The power produced by these panels should be used to supplement our electrical grid and should also serve as a backup power system (Solar Power Generator) during major storms and other power emergencies. 3. Apply for grants available in the inflation Reduction Act 2022 and/or Infrastructure Bill of 2021 to help offset the costs of this initiative.
2/28/2023
New Business
Item E
For
I strongly support item E: net-zero Resolution 05-2023, to commit our electric utility to Net Zero greenhouse gas. This resolution will set a clear example that Lake Worth Beach is moving in a positive direction. Let’s be on the right side of history. Global climate change is not a future problem. Changes to Earth’s climate driven by increased human emissions of heat-trapping greenhouse gases are already having widespread effects on the environment. We owe it to the children to leave a cleaner w
2/28/2023
New Business
Item E
For
In principle, I support Net Zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2045, with an additional commitment of 60% renewables by 2035. I would like to hear Ed Liberty's analysis of the cost--initial and ongoing--and how this cost will be covered by the city's limited financial means before a decision is made.
2/28/2023
New Business
Item C
For
I fully support In-Community Solar with storage IF FINANCIALLY FEASIBLE. I would like to hear Ed Liberty's objection to community solar and the cost to the city--initial and ongoing.
2/28/2023
New Business
Item C
Against
I believe we should sunset our previous pre IRA (Inflation Reduction Act) request for proposals (RFP) and re-issue an improved RFP to take advantage of the IRA direct credit benefits. Please cover all of our former landfill with solar panels, what are we waiting for? We need a true community solar program that gives all residents an option for 100% clean energy. This is vital, and we can do it, we have our own electric plant. Again, what are we waiting for, let's be the first in PBC to get off o
2/28/2023
New Business
Item D
For
I am in favor of a reduction in the PCA if at all possible. I feel that if natural gas prices are lower so should the PCA.
2/28/2023
New Business
Item C
For
I am strongly in favor of In-community solar. All residents should have access to solar options with money remaining in our community. The inflation reduction act may allow financing that is beneficial to our community. Solar panels covering beach parking lot, panels covering the landfill and I am also in favor of rooftop systems. I am someone who has a full rooftop system over 10 years old acquired when state and federal incentives were given. This, along with Net Zero would be a step in the ri
2/28/2023
New Business
Item C
For
I am strongly in favor of In-community solar. All residents should have access to solar options with money remaining in our community. The inflation reduction act may allow financing that is beneficial to our community. Solar panels covering beach parking lot, panels covering the landfill and I am also in favor of rooftop systems. I am someone who has a full rooftop system over 10 years old acquired when state and federal incentives were given. This, along with Net Zero would be a step in the ri
2/28/2023
New Business
Item C
Against
Dear Lake Worth Beach Commission, I am writing to express my strong support for the use of solar power at our landfill. As a resident of this beautiful city, I believe it is our responsibility to implement sustainable practices that benefit our community and the environment. The use of solar power at our landfill would be a step towards achieving our goal of becoming a net-zero carbon community. With the vast amount of space available at the landfill, we have a unique opportunity to harness th
2/28/2023
New Business
Item E
For
As a city resident, I am proud to support the Item E Net Zero Resolution proposed by Lake Worth Beach to reduce the emissions of Lake Worth Utilities. It's crucial for us to take action towards sustainability and the reduction of carbon emissions, and the resolution is a step in the right direction. The resolution not only benefits the environment but also promotes economic growth and energy efficiency, making it a win-win for our community. I believe that implementing this resolution will not o
2/28/2023
New Business
Item E
For
I strongly support Net Zero Resolution 05-2023. I would like to see Lake Worth Beach reduce emissions as quickly as possible. I want our bond money to support more renewable energy as well as battery storage. Anything that helps in reducing and absorbing CO2 from the atmosphere should be used. Planting more trees and/or any other projects should be supported.
2/28/2023
New Business
Item E
For
I strongly support this resolution for reducing LWB's emissions. I also believe that it is unreasonable to put it off until 2035, that's 12 years from now. In case you haven't been listening to the scientists, we have about 5 years to reduce emissions before we reach a tipping point when we no longer can. When these record high temperatures and drought we are currently experiencing will only get worse, a bleak scenario. Thank you for supporting the Net-Zero resolution and include annual reportin
2/21/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
Against
Good Evening, You are each great elected officials with your own strengths who have made some great policy decisions. On development you have struggled and that is largely because of the input you get from staff. If you move this RFP forward tonight it will be among one of the worst decisions you have made as a commission. Why would a City who is in desperate need of additional space to function, to expand the essential services you give to your residents, to build affordable housing decide to
2/21/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
Against
Good Evening Mayor and Commissioners, The scope and impact of the RFP before you deserves your time and attention, thank you for being thoughtful in the re-thinking of how we do development in Lake Worth. Residents in Lake Worth have worked hard to preserve the historic fabric of our community and it has paid off as we continue to attract new investment, people and diverse cultures to our City. This RFP needs significant changes to reflect the voice of what Lake Worth residents have asked for
2/21/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
N/A
The character of our city, our brand,"20th Century South Florida Beach Vernacular Architecture", is our most precious resource, which you can preserve with the choices you make. Many of us who were born in the middle/end of last century, as well as young people, long for the simplicity of those times, expressed throughout our city in its vernacular architecture. People who come to Lake Worth Beach are often smitten with this kind of nostalgia. Amassing lots on South L and M Street project for
2/21/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
Against
The recently demolished Old Town historic structures were defined by their lot sizes. The City doesn't need another L & M RFP. The best way to preserve the authenticity of the Old Town Local Historic District is to issue an RFP for each of the properties. It's best to have a diversity of architectural styles on the vacant parcels. Secondary dwellings should be incorporated into lots with existing buildings. Some call that incremental development. The new buildings should be two stories in
2/21/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
Against
THere should be individual RFPs for each of the 6 remaining historic buildings on the L /M - Lake to S 1st Avenue block. We do not need another mess like the Element people who wanted to build a totally inappropriate glass monolith that had only 2500 sf of commercial space.
2/21/2023
Public Hearing
Item C
For
I support increasing roof top solar in Lake Worth Beach. The city should promote roof top solar.
2/21/2023
New Business
Item E
For
I support this resolution and would like to see the city taking measures to reduce emissions as quickly as possible. An annual progress report for accountability would be an important tool for residents to know where things stand. I would also like to see the city utilizing bond money for such things as battery storage and renewables.
2/21/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item C
There are widely recognized benefits to community solar programs toward which Lake Worth Beach would be wise to pay serious consideration. Establishing a robust program is not just limited to improving the environment, community, and planet, but also invokes long term economic benefits our residents need. I look forward to the future and seeing our commission being these benefits here to Lake Worth Beach.
2/21/2023
New Business
Item B
For
Honorable public servant, Even though some of you are serving at a discount rate, I appreciate the attention you put into the complex work of the city we love. Put the CDBG money into the planned Osborne Community Center repairs. It is a well used and well situated part of the Howard Park area, and its many uses are crucial to the area south of town. Public meetings that once could have taken place in the back room of the gym no longer can due to its commitments to the much welcome Police Athl
2/21/2023
New Business
Item A
Against
Good evening - please renegotiate this lease. Why doesn't Benny's pay the same or more per square foot as the Casino tenants? They have the most valuable property in the entire city and pay a lower cost. They should be paying more per square foot and the City should receive a percentage of the profits as outlined in city documents. If you want to give them such a deal then mandate they pay all staff, including g servers a living wage plus tips.
2/21/2023
New Business
Item A
Against
Good evening Commissioners, While Benny's on the Beach is an asset to our city beach, it is a very successful business and should be paying a fair market rate for their rent. Thank you, Penny Darling
2/21/2023
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
This development plan is still insufficient for the community needs. I hope you will vote NO. Ireally hoped this forward thinking Commission would actually create REAL affordable housing for the income bracket of our residents. Instead using county data this developer gets more height and density to build housing your constituents can not afford. We are tired of chasing after bad developments. Your supporters are burned out. We elected you to be paid to do the heavy lifting - to stop these dens
2/21/2023
New Business
Item A
N/A
Commissioners, City Manager- Mr Ruiz responded with alacrity to my email about the Benny's lease and I thank him for that. (1) The 2% increase he calls an escalator is an inflation adjustment, and the 10-Year Breakeven Inflation Rate was 2.36% in February of 2023, according to the United States Federal Reserve (2) I'm especially grateful that he pinpointed a policy question for the city commission to consider. Shall the city in future commercial leases, consider including a percentage of gros
2/21/2023
New Business
Item A
Against
The City of Lake Worth is subsidizing Benny's on the Beach in 2 ways - extremely low rent and also giving them all proceeds from our *municipal* pier. And judging by the upkeep of the pier, they don't appear to be holding up their end of the "public private partnership"..there are sections you can literally lift up, leaving a trap door down to the Atlantic. Surely with the combination of Benny's high prices and the much heralded influx of wealth to the county, it's time to taper off this public
2/21/2023
New Business
Item A
N/A
Good evening, madam Mayor and honorable commissioners. I'm submitting my comment in support of a Lease that adequately reflects the value of doing business in Lake Worth Beach. The city has invested millions of dollars to make the city more attractive to businesses and tourists alike. The lease with Benny's should reflect these investments. Anyone would be lucky to do business at the pier. let's not sell our selves short. Let's get a fair return, and continue to invest in the City we all love.
2/21/2023
New Business
Item A
Against
I am against the lease as it is currently written. It seems to me that Benny's has been receiving preferential treatment from the city for years, and so I feel that the lease ought to be renogotiated, where Benny's pays rent that is fair market rate. The city should also consider including revenue sharing of some sort in the new lease.
2/21/2023
New Business
Item A
Against
I am against the lease for several reasons, the first being that the current proposed rent annually seems to be well below market rate for a particularly gem of a property after years of a steal of a deal. Additionally the amount of money pulled in from the admissions to pier while not contributing to its upkeep and the city not seeing this money really feels like an unnecessary subsidy to a business when this money could benefit lake worth residents in preservation of the pier or other local am
2/21/2023
New Business
Item A
Against
I am against renewing the lease for Benny's on the Beach as it presently stands because I believe they should pay market rate. Why are they afforded any special treatment? They don't contribute to Lake Worth business any more than say, the pizza place or any other business on the beach. The city certainly can't afford any giveaways. Please bring their lease up to market rate, or let them find somewhere else to be. And make sure the city gets the money for folks walking and fishing out on LW Pier
2/21/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I write regarding code enforcement being used as a weapon. There is a group of retired individuals that are going around and making code complaints about people who have astro turf, rocks or other expensive water preservation landscaping. You can debate whether astro turf or grass is worse or better for the environment, but our code is not clear at all and doesn't even mention astro turf and doesn't explicitly ban it. It is concerning that the city code dept., which has limited resources, is ci
2/21/2023
New Business
Item A
Against
Consider a reassessment for market rate on the property before renewing the lease. Evaluate the annual increase rate; consider renovating our parks and researching options for residential subsidies over subsidizing commercial spaces. Benny's has a monopoly on the beachfront, and has homogenized our beach dining options with Benny's on the Pier and Benny's on the Boardwalk having the SAME overpriced MENU.
2/9/2023
Public Hearing
Item A
For
Dear City leaders, I would like to give my input to the special commission meeting on short-term rentals in Lake Worth Beach. I am in favor of short-term rentals and believe they are vital part of the Lake Worth Beach economy. The city has never shown that there was an express prohibition of short-term rentals within the municipal code as it existed on or before June 1, 2011. The city has presented various vague interpretations that staff is using to claim grand fathered status from the Florid
2/9/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
Undecided
While looking through the back-up material for this meeting we feel that neither Option 1 nor Option 2 is a workable answer to the city’s dilemma. We have met some very good short term rental people who love LWB, appreciating our quiet neighborhoods, and staying for a month or two and biking and eating in our many restaurants. Are they the exception or the norm? Do we want to equate the vacation rental use to a motel, hotel or extended stay lodging in our neighborhoods? Is a motel, hotel or ex
2/9/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
N/A
Please enforce any and all existing ordinances RE: short term rentals, at least in single family residential zones. Nightly rentals and out of state investor owners of such should NOT be allowed. For owner occupied nightly rentals in multi use zones, increase license fees and ramp up code enforcement of these properties to make them more accountable.
2/9/2023
Work Session
Item A
Undecided
My son had a friend who lived down the street. He was a wonderful kid who was often over at our house. One day we found out his family had to move. Their landlord was turning their home into an Airbnb. I see them all over my neighborhood. The houses sit empty and random people come and go. This is not creating the type of neighborhood for families to thrive in. The landlords live up north and are tapping into our beautiful small town to spend their profits elsewhere. I am not wholly against airb
2/9/2023
N/A
Item A
N/A
Honorable Mayor and Commissioners, Wes Blackman, 241 Columbia Drive. Although I know you, like me, enjoy the beauties of the Commission Chambers room as much as I do, I chose to not attend the meeting tonight as I have attended meetings in the same room two nights in a row. I hope that comments offered here are heard with the same degree of interest as if I were there in person. I also hope that they fall within the list of ten that are read during the meeting. We must recognize short term rent
2/9/2023
N/A
Item A
N/A
Good Evening Mayor and Commisioners Many people who live in coastal towns rent their properties during the season moving to meet rising costs. Others have purchased homes and rent until they move in full time. Some purchased property near their own homes investing their money in Lake Worth Beach. A very large number of hosts do not fall under the category of investors who displace people and have no interest in the city itself. The standard of these accommodations is very high, bringing much
2/9/2023
Public Hearing
Item A
For
My name is Nicholas Parks and I am a homeowner in College Park. I reside at 322 Cornell Drive in Lake Worth Beach. I support the ability of homeowners to offer our homes as short-term rentals on sites like Airbnb. I recommend that the City place no limitations or restrictions on short-term rentals. I believe that short-term rental availability within Lake Worth Beach will encourage increased tourism, visitor spending and generate positive economic activity throughout the city. We should emb
2/9/2023
Work Session
Item A
For
I am a resident and owner/operator of a short term rental in Lake Worth Worth. I am in favor of short term rentals and feel that they are crucial to the growth of the economy in Lake Worth Beach. These types of rentals bring much needed tourism and should not be overlooked. Here are just a few things that short term rentals bring in a positive manner: - People into restaurants and shops downtown - People to the beach complex area and businesses - Added value to properties - most short term re
2/9/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
At a time when rents are almost double what they were two years ago, it's inconceivable that Lake Worth would allow 800+ AirBnB's to operate illegally in the city. That's 800 houses that are taken off of the market and causing all kinds of problems for neighborhoods. There has been no problem in the past utilizing code enforcement aggressively against residents for having unmowed grass or a flat tire, why do "investors" who run illegal hotels in residential neighborhoods get a free pass? Can I j
2/9/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
My husband and I have concerns over the new Airbnb neighboring our house. We were excited to hear that someone was going to be moving in. The house had been vacated for a long time as the previous owners were getting it ready to sell. We enjoy our neighborhood as well as the people who live on our street. We have a five year old who is incredibly outgoing so it is important to us that we know our neighbors. Our biggest issue with an air bnb next door is the rapid turnover and not knowing who is
2/9/2023
New Business
Item A
N/A
I believe the city ought to enforce the existing ordinance prohibiting short term vacation rentals under sixty days, though exemptions should be considered for properties designated as homesteads.
2/9/2023
New Business
Item A
Undecided
I trust the commission to make the best decision for our city, short term rentals have changed the community most of the houses around me are now short term rentals. If they are illegal it needs to be enforced its not right people are getting fined for artificial turf or xeriscape when others are free to brake the city's law.
2/9/2023
New Business
Item A
For
I support the city tightly regulating or banning commercial air bnbs, but also allowing for an exemption for homesteaded air bnb owners.
2/9/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
N/A
I wish for the city to enforce their code on airbnbs and not pick and choose what ordinance they wish to fine a home owner. Its not right, all ordinances should be enforced or none at all Thank you.
2/9/2023
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
We moved here permanantly in Sept 2019 after buying our condo in 2015. We are here because we love this town, our neighborhood and community. We were saddened to see what was happening during the height of the pandemaic and are very happy to see Lake Worth Beach being re vitalized. We are concerned that our neighborhood is transforming into a transient, tourist, activity center due to the proliferation of unregulated Air B & B. The influx of very short term visitors is changing the very nature o
2/9/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Dear Commission, I live in the Parrot Cove area and am concerned about the rise in short-term rentals. I love my neighborhood and will continue to raise my two young children here, but I would prefer to be surrounded by families that are invested in the community and not by investment properties that typically sit vacant for weeks or months until the next group of inconsiderate vacationers arrive. Come to find out, short term rentals are already banned in Lake Worth Beach. Why is this ordinance
2/9/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Regarding the Air B n B status in Lake Worth I would like to see enforcement of the existing laws and fines levied on those in violation. Housing costs are at record highs and some of that is contributed by the mass amounts of Air BnB’s that eat up housing supply. Making obtaining affordable housing hard for lake worth residents. Please work to address this issue. Thanks
2/9/2023
Public Hearing
Item A
N/A
I am against short term rentals in the city. They take up valuable rental space. Also raising overall rental rates.
2/9/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
N/A
With our city being under a declared Housing Emergency, seeking to enforce our existing ordinances regarding short term rentals is as vital as it is common sense. Over the last year I have engaged countless neighbors of ours who all seem to share the same concern regarding the proliferation of Short Term Rentals (STRs) within our community. While not being permitted to exist for well over a decade, STRs continue to pop up and profit while providing no economic return to the city. If State Law d
2/7/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I want to thank you for your reaffirming your support for preserving and restoring 24 S L and 26 S L and preserving 17 S M in situ at the January 24th Special Meeting. I applaud Mayor Resch's call to save the Art Deco contributing historic resource, which Betty endearingly refers to as the dentist office (501 Lake Avenue.) I ask that each and every one of you line up to support Mayor Betty's call to preserve the charming Art Deco structure. I write to ask each of you to rescind the City Commi
2/7/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
N/A
Now playing in Lake Worth Beach - The Redistricting Commissioner D2: Let's hire yet another consultant - this time to advise us on updating our voting districts. We can trust the experts. Consultants: Okay - the consultants from The John Scott Dailey Florida Institute of Government at Florida Atlantic University will study the situation, provide you with our expertise, and make a recommendation. Commissioner D2: Great and then we will have workshops to review the recommendations and get our cons
2/7/2023
N/A
Item C
N/A
Hi, my name is Andy Gottlieb. I live and work in Lake Worth and have been a resident for the last 15 years. I would like to make a general comment about the loss of historic structures, the loss of affordable housing (often in the guise of workforce housing), and the generous use of resident tax dollars to developers. I am concerned that CRA and City Staff believe development for development sake alone benefits our community. Quality of life for (all) existing residents needs to be part of the d
2/7/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
For
Population changes make redistricting in Lake Worth Beach necessary. This is unprecedented and should be done with the utmost care to ensure that voters’ rights are retained. Therefore, Option 5 should be approved. At the beginning of the redistricting process, the Commission’s goals were to keep neighborhoods intact and keep each Commissioner in their district. Input at Public Meetings supported these goals. I am curious – what has changed? And why are some Commissioners once again ignor
2/7/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
N/A
2/7/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
N/A
There really shouldn't be anymore discussions about this, If you are paying attention and actually listening to the engaged public, Then pass map 5 and move on.
2/7/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
N/A
I'm urging you to vote for Option 5 in the redistricting meeting. Once again the city has hired experts and has used tax payers money for the expert opinion and then the commission refuses the advise of the experts and refuses to listed to the majority of their citizens. Option 5 is the only option that keeps neighborhoods intact and retains each commissioner in their district, which was the goal. Please follow the recommendations from Florida Atlantic University consultants and the wishes of
2/7/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
For
I support redistricting alternative option five. We need to keep the historic Osbourne community intact as well as keeping our city's finest commissioner Sarah Parr Malega in her seat.
2/7/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
N/A
This commission is the epitome of the phraseology “paralysis by analysis”. You want to study things to death and use taxpayers’ dollars to fund study after study, and then when you don’t like the results you want to toss it to the curb. I, for one, am tired of your abuse of taxpayers’ monies to fund your personal agendas. This commission hired Florida Atlantic University Geoscience Department and its experts to guide you in the process of redistricting our city. This is a process that is cri
2/7/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Dear mayor and commissioners please approve Option 5 proposed redistricting map Thank you Robert DArinzo 531 N Ocean Breeze
2/7/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
For
Redistricting is a very serious issue and one that the City has never had a chance to consider. That’s why we have to get it right. Option 5 keeps the neighborhoods intact and retains each Commissioner in their district, which was the goal of this Commission when they began the redistricting process. Listen to the third-party experts you hired from Florida Atlantic University and vote for Option 5.
2/7/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
For
Support Option 5 Redistricting is a very serious issue and one that the City has never had a chance to consider. That’s why we have to get it right. Option 5 keeps the neighborhoods intact and retains each Commissioner in their district, which was the goal of this Commission when they began the redistricting process. Listen to the third-party experts you hired from Florida Atlantic University and vote for Option 5.
2/7/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
N/A
Please support the Option 5 redistricting map that keeps the Lake Osborne Community intact and retains each Commissioner in their district. The alternate map if chosen will disenfranchise voters. The Commission's stated goals at the beginning of this process were to preserve the neighborhoods as they currently are and retain each Commissioner in their district. Option 5 does both. Option 3 will displace Commissioner Malega, which some of the Commissioners want for what can be seen as only politi
2/7/2023
New Business
Item A
N/A
2/7/2023
Public Hearing
Item A
For
As representative of the Riverview House, property to the south, we support the development proposal. The proposed architecture and landscaping update will look better than the existing vacant property and the proposal includes a turn lane, which will help traffic. The development will be a good fit for the area. Keith Morin, Regional VP The Riverview House
2/7/2023
Public Hearing
Item A
For
We have reviewed The Richman Group's site plan and architectural renderings of the proposed Residences at Lake Worth multifamily development located on 2nd Ave N, Lake Worth, FL. Based on our review of the site plan, approval of the requested waiver will not have an adverse impact on our adjacent property. The Residences at Lake Worth project, located at 2559, 2441 & 2431 2nd Ave North was designed in a fashion to create no negative impacts to our property. As the adjacent property owner, pleas
2/7/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I write regarding code enforcement being used as a weapon. There is a group of retired individuals that are going around and making code complaints about people who have astro turf, rocks or other expensive water preservation landscaping. These individuals are trespassing on people's property or using drones because they are reporting properties that have turf in private back yards (which was previously permitted). You can debate whether astro turf or grass is worse or better for the environmen
1/24/2023
New Business
Item A
N/A
Urgent request: save our structures Dear Mayor and City Commissioners, First, let me say 2,195 for a one bedroom apartment at minimum is a little steep for Lake Worth, but that's what's proposed for these buildings. Not low income housing. Let's make sure we read the fine print. Please halt the CRA’s November 8th’s vote to direct staff to prepare a contract for demolition of historic homes on South L, South K and 1st Ave S. As a 15-year resident and an educational background in design, I kn
1/24/2023
New Business
Item A
N/A
1/24/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I live adjacent to the derelict properties you are discussing tonight. They are dangerous structures, and becoming a magnet for criminal activity. You’ve spent more than $400K on studies and frivolous lawsuits related to the properties that the City and the CRA have assembled for a redevelopment project. Please listen to the experts from the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council. You contracted with them to facilitate public outreach and develop solutions based on community input. They did
1/24/2023
New Business
Item A
For
This project has been researched and reviewed Experts were hired, money was spent, and recommendations made. Mr. McVoy has demonstrated a personal bias to this project and therefore is neither fair nor impartial and should recuse himself from this process. This project needs to move forward now! Marilu Machin 27 harbor drive
1/24/2023
New Business
Item A
N/A
Dear City Officials who Work for Us, These plans look very much like the previous 2 plans submitted: they all boast an imposing five story building at the corner of Lake and M., disrespectful of our brand, "20th Century South Florida Beach Vernacular Architecture". Did you know that the 600+ sq. foot building of Havana Hideaway, built in the 1930s, where you plan to erect a 5 story thing, is one of only 2 residential buildings still remaining on Lake Avenue? By imposing a grandiose 5
1/24/2023
N/A
Item A
N/A
I am opposed to the City Commission going back on their word to accept the recommendations made by the Treasure Coast Regional Council on L&M Street Land Parcels. Considerable time and effort from stakeholders and the community, not to mention taxpayer expense, went into the Treasure Coast Regional Council recommendations. It was the result of structured community input that led to a compromise of various points of view. This type of compromise is what the City Council should applaud. It’s tim
1/24/2023
New Business
Item A
N/A
Overall, the plans are disasters. They look like someone trying to fit square pegs into round holes; misguided social engineering. They do nothing to attract visitors between the hours of 9am to 4pm to come to our “historic” town and its businesses. Consider using the properties to create a Yesteryear Village, even asking the County if they could relocate Yesteryear Village here. The City Museum could even be relocated to the Village. Many cities have the large Brown exit signs on the inter
1/24/2023
New Business
Item A
Against
Hi, my name is Mary Kelley__ and I live at 510 North Ocean Breeze in Lake Worth Beach. I am opposed to the City Commission trying to go back on their word to accept the recommendations made by the Treasure Coast Regional Council. I’m asking you to accept the recommendations you already agreed to and work collaboratively with the community and all stakeholders. Do not continue to waste tax dollars and put the health and safety of our residents at risk. Thank you.
1/24/2023
New Business
Item A
Undecided
I love living in a City that can't afford playgrounds or proper trash pick up or to pave it streets, but some how we have hundreds of thousands of dollars to spend on "experts" and "consultants". Sometimes we pay different consultants to opine on the same project so we have dueling expert opinions. And we seem to pay a lot of different experts just to then ignore them. Said another way, this is a terrible use of our precious tax dollars.
1/24/2023
New Business
Item A
Against
Hi, my name is Elizabeth Arevalo and I live at 2503 N. Dixie Highway in Lake Worth Beach. I am opposed to the City Commission trying to go back on its word to accept the recommendations made by the Treasure Coast Regional Council. I’m asking you to accept the recommendations you already agreed to and work collaboratively with the community and all stakeholders. Do not continue to waste tax dollars and put the health and safety of our residents at risk. Thank you.
1/24/2023
New Business
Item A
For
Erin Allen 208 South Lakeside Drive At the outset of my remarks, I am asking Commissioner McVoy to recuse himself from any vote on the subject that has come before you this evening. He has demonstrated a deep, personal bias in opposition to the L & M project in its totality and the demolition of any structures that would make this project a reality. In October 2019 the Historic Preservation Board voted to allow the demolition of the dilapidated structures in this zone to open the way for rede
1/24/2023
New Business
Item A
For
Brendan Lynch CRA Chair 920 South Lakeside Drive. I am sorry I am not able to be at this meeting. The CRA and City have been working hard to find the right solution for these properties. It was agreed to bring in a third party consultant at a significant cost to help guy us all through the process. I would like to ask the commission to follow through with approving the finding. The City has condemned certain structures. Based on this action and the attendance of three sitting City commissi
1/17/2023
New Business
Item A
Against
Greg Richter 1202 S Palmway Tonight we are here once again on the L&M Property. Something that should have been resolved two years ago when the majority took over the commission. The first question is what to do with the current structure. At this point they are too far gone for the city to do anything with them and be removed. I believe that the majority of people fighting for these structures, it not about saving them as much as keeping something else going on the property. I think it is a mi
1/17/2023
Work Session
Item A
N/A
1/17/2023
New Business
Item C
For
1/17/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I write regarding code enforcement being used as a weapon. There is a group of retired individuals that are going around and making code complaints about people who have astro turf, rocks or other expensive water preservation landscaping. These individuals are trespassing on people's property or using drones because they are reporting properties that have turf in private back yards (which was previously permitted). You can debate whether astro turf or grass is worse or better for the environmen
1/17/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I have two non agenda comments tonight, I believe they speak to different issues so I would ask the City Clerk to please read both. Why are there no public parks, public play grounds in the north east quadrant, Parrot Cove, College Park (east of Federal) area. Every other quadrant in the city has play grounds. Bryant Park and South Bryant Park each have one or two. The western districts have parks and playgrounds in both the northern section and southern section, Howard Park, Sunset Park and
1/3/2023
Public Hearing
Item B
For
Subject: Jan 3,2023 NEW BUSINESS: B. Ordinance No. 2023-01 Restricting Drone Usage near Oyster Catcher Nests and Other Nesting sites along water way Dear Mayor and Commissioners, The Sierra Club supports regulations that restrict drone usage near Oyster Catcher and other Nesting Sites. Drones cause nesting birds to chase them leaving the chicks defenseless. Drones provide no benefits and are simply toys. They should be restricted near nests and signage should clearly state that they are proh
1/3/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Good evening honorable Mayor and Commissioners. I write regarding code enforcement being used as a weapon. There is a group of retired ladies that are going around and making code complaints about people who have astro turf or rocks or other water preservation landscaping. These ladies, one who is on the CRA, are trespassing on people's property or using drones because they are reporting properties that have turf in private back yards (which was previously permitted). You can debate whether a
1/3/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I request the Commission restore the contributing and non-contributing historic structures on Lake Avenue, South L. Street, South K. Street, and 1st Ave South. The City could use funds from the penny sales tax to procure and install energy-efficient doors and windows.
1/3/2023
New Business
Item B
For
I encourage the Mayor and Commissioners to vote to approve ORDINANCE NO. 2023-01. I support regulation of launching of aircraft including unmanned drones in Lake Worth Beach municipal spaces including our beach, public parks and recreational facilities between March 1st and October 31st.
1/3/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
First Id like to say I appreciate Lake Worth Beach commission and the work they are doing to make Lake Worth a great place to live each day. However I must object to the measures to prohibit the use of artificial turf. The code does not say anywhere that artificial turf is not allowed. The code also says that if I abandon my house then artificial turf can stay. I'll also repeat what others have spoken about with the dire water constraints. Saving water because artificial turf does not need to b
1/3/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
N/A
Honorable Mayor and Commissioners: Looking at the redistricting proposals currently under discussion, it appears that the Modified Public Proposal provides the best option at this time. It maintains the cohesive community in the southwest quadrant while expanding representation in District 4. While some existing neighborhood associations may find their areas in more than one voting district, I trust that at a minimum, their membership will maintain a city-wide perspective for the greater good
1/3/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
Against
It has been publicly noted that FAU was given instructions to redraw the districts in Lake Worth Beach while keeping each commissioner in their current district. This is absurd. The districts should be redrawn based solely on the current population and nothing else. A current commissioner's address should have nothing to do with redrawing districts. Please start this process over and provide instructions that are best for the CITY and not politically motivated. The new districts should become
1/3/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Good evening honorable Mayor and Commissioners. These comments concern what is a continuing code compliance crisis related to the city’s rules, regulations and policy towards not allowing artificial turf. I will not dive into the merits or downfalls related to the use of artificial turf and its potential environmental impact. However, one wonders whether a regularly irrigated yard planted with St. Augustine grass and receiving regular doses of herbicides and pesticides is a better choice than a
1/3/2023
New Business
Item B
For
I am in favor of the ban on drones annually between March 1st and October 31st. The snook islands of lake worth are a remarkable feat in restoration, and the Oystercatchers who now use this site as their Eastern most nesting site in the United States, are very much a symbol of that. These are not your everyday sparrows. Oystercatchers are remarkable and very unique birds and we are lucky to share this coastal city with them. This regulation is a very small and very impactful thing this community
1/3/2023
New Business
Item B
For
Coastal development and shoreline armoring have resulted in widespread habitat loss for the American oystercatcher, a large black and white shorebird with a bright reddish orange bill. We are fortunate that this bird, a species designated by the State of Florida as Threatened, has been using the rocky sand substrate of the Snook Islands Natural Area both north & south of the Lake Worth Bridge for foraging and nesting for well over a decade now. However, like most birds, oystercatchers are very
1/3/2023
New Business
Item B
For
I strongly encourage approval of ordinance No. 2023-01. I have personally observed the Oystercatchers at Snook Island frantically chasing a drone and making distressing calls that lasted for more than 30 minutes. The presence of a drone creates noise that is unfamiliar to birds and can lead to stress and the abandonment of nests, collision with the drone, and a total collapse of an existing bird colony. I strongly urge you to pass this ordinance. Thank you. - Mary Dunning
1/3/2023
Unfinished Business
Item A
Against
This whole process is ridiculous. Our esteemed representative sends out an email 1 minute before closing on a 3 day holiday weekend and the meeting is the first opened day after. Not a lot of time to inform our neighbours of the board intent to break up our districts. A shambles and not sure if this is a legal amount of time to be given to property owners. That aside a couple of questions. Why yet another outside "paid for" report? Can't Lake Worth Beach think for itself? It's like we had
1/3/2023
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Brian Luongo 1327 N Palmway While I applaud the Lake Worth Beach's desire to become a more sustainable and environmentally friendly city, I must object to the recent measures to prohibit the use of artificial turf. Given the dire water concerns throughout the country and the deadly algae blooms Florida experiences year after year, I would think the City would be open to a multi prong approach which should definitely include limited use of artificial turf as part of the solution. Artificial tu
1/3/2023
New Business
Item B
For
Honorable Commissioners, Please accept this letter as a testament of Audubon Everglades’ ardent support for Ordinance No. 2023-01. Our Audubon chapter regularly schedules fieldtrips along the Lake Worth stretch of the Lagoon, and many of our members regularly bird here and on or near the Lockhart Municipal Pier where they regularly observe and monitor these productive birding habitats and the unique shorebird species they attract. Since 2005, the restoration areas within the Lake Worth Lagoon h
12/6/2022
New Business
Item A
N/A
This pool needs to be located in a place where more residents can have walking or bicycling access to it and not have to pay $3.00 per hour to park and swim in a fresh water pool steps from the Atlantic ocean. The day you cut the ribbon for this fiasco, we, the tax payers of Lake Worth Beach will be losing over $350,000.00 per year over what the pool takes in in revenue. Yes, a community pool is good if located where the community can use it. It is an extremely bad idea for a money sucking hol
12/6/2022
New Business
Item A
For
Dear Mayor Resch and Commissioners McVoy, Malega, Stokes and Diaz I am writing to express my support for a new oceanside municipal swimming pool to replace the 51-year-old pool that has been shuttered since 2017. Lake Worth Beach has debated the pool on and off since 2015. Since then, there have been changes on the city commission and in city administration. My understanding is that the former mayor had promised roughly $6 million to refurbish and/or redesign the pool. But then that money was u
11/29/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item J
I am concerned about #1 transparency of LWB utility decisions and #2 Management of LWB electric services: Why are we being charged or buying natural gas at 400% markup when the rest of the country and Florida is paying 165% markup from last year's price?? Instead of telling the residents to better manage their electric use, we want LWB electric to better manage their electric production, or better yet, let's convert to better-managed lest costly FPL.
11/15/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
" I would like to ask the commission to please enforce the rules regarding short term rentals. Neighborhoods are better served by families looking to settle down long-term."
11/15/2022
New Business
Item A
Against
Please read this comment card. There were typos in first one submitted. Dear Mayor Resch and Commissioners, I’m writing about the unfettered growth of short term rentals in Lake Worth Beach and related anti-social issues in residential neighborhoods. Properties with absentee owners are the primary concern. There is one adjacent to my property that has been an ongoing nuisance with an out of state owner that appears to show no regard for their neighbors with continual noise and disruption. The
11/15/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
N/A
I just need to know why the youtube channel isn't actually live streaming? I'd really like to watch this meeting.
11/15/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
Undecided
Dear Mayor Resch and Commissioners- I’d like to start by saying that personally, I have no issues with the short-term rental industry ( AirBnB, VRBO, etc.) and have enjoyed staying at many all over the world. I came to discover and love this unique, little city because I randomly stayed at an AirBnB property on North O St., six years ago. Because I had stayed at many other locations previously, I knew that every property and its municipality have rules that regulate the behavior of its tempora
11/15/2022
New Business
Item A
Against
Dear Mayor Resch and Commissioners, I’m writing about the unfettered of growth of short term rentals in Lake Worth Beach and related anti-social issues in residential neighborhoods. Properties with absentee owners are the primary concern. There is one adjacent to my property that has been an ongoing nuisance with an out of state owner that appears to show no regard for their neighbors with continual noise and disruption. The recent Air BnB ban on short term rentals is to no affect as these prope
11/15/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item B
Good evening, I believe that the city should enforce the ordinance banning short-term rentals under 60 days. These properties create a nuisance, reduce the supply of long-term rentals, thereby reducing affordability for local renters in favor of profits for absentee landlords, further contributing to high real estate speculation in the area and creating a positive feedback loop of local displacement, skyrocketing rents, and dissipation of local character and community cohesion.
11/15/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Please crack down on airbnbs they are ruining our community. Not to mention they are hurting affordable housing and the golf stream.
11/15/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Please approve restrictions on investor owned/non-owner occupied short term rentals. The short term rental two doors from my home has caused a lot of disturbance in our quiet, single family neighborhood. The property in question is a 2 bedroom/2 bath home with a pool. It is listed for rent on the various platforms as "sleeps 8". The argument that AirBnB has strict vetting rules doesn't apply to all short term rentals; this property is often listed on Booking.com - anyone with a credit card can
11/15/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Dear Commission, I live in the Parrot Cove area and am concerned about the rise in short-term rentals. I love my neighborhood and will continue to raise my two young children here, but I would prefer to be surrounded by families that are invested in the community and not by investment properties that typically sit vacant for weeks or months until the next group of inconsiderate vacationers arrive. Come to find out, short term rentals are already banned in Lake Worth Beach. Why is this ordinance
10/25/2022
New Business
Item N
Against
I fully support the development of solar energy and alternatives to fossil fuels. We need to dig ourselves out of this continued dependence on a depleting and costly energy that is killing our wallets and our planet. We NEED A STRONG - NOT A WEAK- ENERGY CONSERVATION PROGRAM AND I SUPPORT DR. CHRISTOPHER MCVOY'S PLAN.
10/25/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item N
10/25/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item N
There should be no further changes made to utility bill fees or payments to third party vendors for additional studies until an independent audit of the cities Community owned resources can be conducted. We as the citizens have a right to know and vote on where our money is spent and a verified report of the cost associated with the Power Cost Adjustmeny. You, the city council and utility department employees, work for US, the people paying fir your special interest projects and salaries. It is
10/25/2022
New Business
Item M
Against
Good evening, The fact that utility rates were going to rise was something we expected. many PCA’s have been well in excess of 18% and several times over that. This commission has voted an 8% percent cut to go into their general fund. How timely. At this point we might ask ourselves if you would like to create more chaos for residents by listing an important issue last on your agenda neither specifying if it’s for a correction in the increase or yet another. We are all weary of these games. A
10/25/2022
New Business
Item N
Against
Good evening, I am against the proposed electrical rate increase. Lake Worth Beach has an opportunity to invest more in sustainable, renewable energy sources (most notably, solar energy). As the war in Ukraine and global energy crisis continue, we ought to seriously consider moving away from fossil fuels and to innovate, improve and expand upon some of the city's existing infrastructure (e.g. expanding our solar farm, increasing energy efficiency, adopting a demand-response program, etc.). With
10/25/2022
New Business
Item N
Against
• Fossil fuel prices will continue to increase in the future. The LWB utility needs to aggressively reduce our exposure and reliance on natural gas. • We need an effective community solar program with more solar at our landfill to help offset the increase in natural gas prices. • We need a strong energy conservation program with more utility revenues spent on energy efficiency.
10/25/2022
New Business
Item N
Against
Rate increases are linked to our continued reliance on fossil fuels and their increasing price tag rather than on renewable energy sources that have been proposed on this commission in the recent past but has seen no action on as of yet. Has there been an adequate look into encouraging utilities users to employ energy saving measures? Has there been action taken on adding to and improving upon the efficiency of the solar field? I think resorting to rate hikes is the easy way out for the city uti
10/25/2022
New Business
Item N
Against
10/25/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
It is disappointing to see the Commission enact a new rule limiting only the first ten submittals of public comment to be read into the record. It seems you made this decision based on a few meetings where dozens of comments were submitted, mostly related to the Gulfstream project. To apply this policy broadly to all Commission meetings and even these utility meetings is unnecessary. You have taken the online public comment tool that did an incredible job at increasing participation and limited
10/25/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I strongly feel that the city should go Solar. It's a no Brainer. We live in the Sunshine state! The costs of natural gas keeps going up, and we simply can't afford it. Let us be an example.
10/25/2022
New Business
Item N
Against
Dear Commissioners and Mayor Before approving any rate increase, the city should adopt a renewable energy program that includes community solar. Commissioner McVoy proposed community solar last year, and a rate increase would not now be needed if this had been taken up.
10/25/2022
New Business
Item N
Against
Dear Mayor and Commissioners, Any further increase in electric rates should not be allowed unless the Commission adopts, simultaneously, a robust renewable energy program. The lack of any such program is what has led to these continued rate increases. Vice Mayor McVoy asked for an effective community solar program over a year ago, which would have protected us from natural gas price increases. I would be in favor of the rate increase, but only if a companion motion were passed to codify a ren
10/25/2022
New Business
Item N
Against
I urge the Lake Worth Beach Electric Utility to prioritize energy efficiency and solar programs to decrease our reliance on fossil fuel. There should be an easy way for Lake Worthians to get an energy audit and an easy way for home owners who are ready and willing to add solar panels to make that to happen. Both of these are actually quite difficult. Recently I could not find any company/agency willing to give us a true energy audit -- only individual AC companies who wanted to sell their system
10/25/2022
New Business
Item N
Against
You all must be crazy to consider another, and I will repeat that ANOTHER, rate hike for our public utilities. I understand the increase is due to the market increase costs for fossil fuels. But our utilities excessive dependency on fossil fuels is because of policy decisions made by you. A new rate hike is a problem for working families and businesses. Our only hope to prevent more rate hikes is what direction you give to the Utility Director moving forward. More than a year ago you discussed
10/25/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item N
The City of LWB jumped on natural gas for short term cost savings and totally ignored customer interest in solar options. Now natural gas prices have jumped and so have our electric bills. LWB fought to be forward thinking with RO water and we should have done the same with solar energy and other conservation options. The utility should serve residents, not generate cash for bureaucracy. Residents want affordable and sustainable electricity. There should be no rate increase without a solar progr
10/25/2022
Public Hearing
Item N
Against
I cannot believe the City is going backwards in the Utilities!! We had finally lost the reputation of being the highest utilities in the State. There are so many retirees on fixed incomes who simply cannot afford these unnecessary increases. Even as someone who is semi-retired coupled with the inflation we are all experiencing, this is insane.
10/25/2022
New Business
Item N
Against
We need to make investments that not only lower costs but prioritize the environment.In light of the frequent storms, burying the lines are also proved to be a good investment for cities. Installing underground lines costs more initially than overhead lines, but the underground lines are less prone to damage and disruptions, and maintenance is less expensive.
10/25/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item N
As global warming, sea level rise, and saltwater intrusion are all near and long-term threats to our city, it would seem imperative that we take a leadership role in investing in renewable energy. That move would also help stabilize energy prices. In addition to Commissioner McVoy’s excellent suggestions, I advocate for a public/private effort to utilize solar-covered parking lots. It offers protection from sun and rain for customers, goodwill for store owners, and free space for our utilitie
10/25/2022
New Business
Item N
Against
Really, another rate increase? The prices at the pump have gone down, not up since the last rate increase, why are we being asked to pay more? I am very disappointed in our Utilities Director, Ed Liberty for not putting our city on the cutting edge of energy efficiency. This is a disgrace in this age of dire climate emergency in a state with continuous sunshine. I've lived in Arizona with a comparable amount of sunshine ... solar panels everywhere and the state (and cities) supporting it. Why ar
10/25/2022
New Business
Item N
Against
Rate payers have been harmed by the City Electric Utility over dependence on climate warming fracked gas and fossil fuel electricity generating suppliers. The City Electric Utility should work with City officials to 1. create financing to install white metal roofs on structures all over the City. The utility should become a distributor of these white metal roofs. Replacing asphalt roofs with white metal roofs will make our City stronger and significantly reduce electricity bills. Air condit
10/25/2022
New Business
Item M
Against
Good Evening even though it may not be when this is read due to banning public comments, Last time I checked 2+2 still equals 4 Percentages are definite numbers And algebraic equations are logical The disparity in utility rate hike increases does not mathematical sense nor logical sense. We the people deserve transparency logic and mathematical sense to be made. Please provide it.
10/25/2022
New Business
Item N
Against
Please develop forthwith a comprehensive solar power source for Lake Worth Beach. Let's shed ourselves of dependence on the vagaries of the marketplace.
10/25/2022
New Business
Item N
Against
My daughter cheers for every solar panel she sees in the city. Even kids can see that we need to use less fossil fuels and more solar. What is our utility doing to protect us from natural gas price increases. What kind of community solar program do we have, how do we make it better? Fossil fuel prices will only go up in the future. Why don’t we have more solar at our landfill? Does our utility use batteries to get the most benefit from solar panels? What is our utility doing to maximize benefits
10/25/2022
New Business
Item N
Against
LWB needs to assign someone, outside of the Electric Utility Dept., who reports directly to the City Manager, to oversee the City’s efforts to promote Energy Conservation, renewables and Climate Change mitigation. This person should be responsible for the following: 1. Apply for grants to help and assist our residents with funding, available in the inflation Reduction Act 2022, to install: a. Heat Pump Water Heaters and AC systems b. Upgraded breaker boxes c. Home and City owned facilities, Insu
10/25/2022
New Business
Item M
Against
Dear Mayor and Commissioners, The commission has stated that the Power Cost Adjustment (PCA) would raise residential electric bills by 16%-18% beyond usage but many residents, myself included, are receiving bills with a PCA far exceeding that. This issue has been raised numerous times over the last month with no formal clarification from the city as to why this is happening and to such a degree that it requires a published explanation. Will the commission make a formal inquiry to Lake Worth Util
10/25/2022
New Business
Item M
Against
Utilities are part of housing costs. This City Commission declared a “Housing Emergency” on August 16th. Vice Mayor McVoy indicates “There are a number of angles and we are eagerly looking to go in a number of different directions, anything that works.” Source: https://www.wpbf.com/amp/article/florida-lake-worth-beach-state-of-emergency-housing-crisis/40919467 Utility costs are part of what we all pay per month to stay in our homes, but I don’t see any action (beyond lip service) to address
10/25/2022
New Business
Item N
Against
This comment is regarding Item N on the meeting agenda references Power Cost Adjustment (PCA). Prior to April 2022, a calculation or explanation of the proposed Power Cost Adjustment increase was prepared and published by this Board of Commissioners for the period April 2022 through June 2022. The bottom line of that calculation represented an increase of approximately $4.93 per 1000 kWh per rate payer per month. The Power Cost Adjustment charge on my April 2022 Electric bill was $68.26. The P
10/18/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item N
Regarding governance of CRA: with respect, it is not valid logic for any topic to say "everyone else does it, so we should, too." Like other commissioners and the Mayor, I would like to hear why the other cities do it the way they do. There needs to be more information brought forward. Also, the current board should be given a chance to do their jobs - in a year is a good pulse to take. Saying that bond money would be controlled by an unelected board is a good and valid point and also personal a
10/18/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
10/18/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
10/18/2022
New Business
Item A
Against
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT - ITEM A Please drop this nonsense and let the CRA continue operating as an independent board. I feel our electeds have enough on their plate already with utilities, and also redistricting right around the corner. It would not be fair to have redevelopment opportunities squandered over political whims.
10/18/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I am very much against this commission trying to take over the CRA, which has done a great job in bringing new business and people to our city. In my opinion this is merely a retaliatory action being taken from one of our commissioners who tried desperately to prevent the CRA from helping to get The Gulfstream Hotel project moving forward. It is rumored that the same commissioner tried to delay that crucial vote by the CRA and he immediately took action (the same evening) to try and take t
10/18/2022
New Business
Item A
Against
As business owners in Downtown Lake Worth Beach for over 20 years, we have seen remarkable progress in uplifting LWB by the work of the CRA. The CRA has worked hard to attract new businesses who have entered the city and hiring more city residents for these newly created jobs. New residences like the Mid have been built which has increased our property tax rolls, bringing more people into LWB, blighted areas have been acquired and new breath along with new vison has improved our living conditio
10/18/2022
New Business
Item A
Against
I am AGAINST the Commission taking over the CRA. To do so would be detrimental to the growth and prosperity of Lake Worth Beach. The part-time commission is not qualified nor do they have the necessary time and attention to effectively manage the CRA. This is not something that should be voted on by the Commission. It should be the people of Lake Worth Beach deciding via referendum whether to make a change to the CRA. The majority of the people of Lake Worth Beach stand behind the current CR
10/18/2022
New Business
Item A
Against
10/18/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
This is in response to the CITY ATTORNEY's REPORT The concept of the City of Lake Worth Beach Commission taking over the CRA responsibilities is beyond troubling. The Commission’s plate is full. This is obvious from attending or watching the meetings. Turn times to address items is slow, Commission meetings are so long that they are not effective (unfair to both the Commissioners and the PublIc), and finally, CRA responsibilities are well outside of most Commissioner’s areas of expertise. I do
10/18/2022
Work Session
Item A
Against
Good evening Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners. History is repeating itself. Here we are after the CRA successfully put together a redevelopment incentive package, saving our long-vacant Gulfstream Hotel. No sooner had the gavel come down on that decision, the same night this very City Commission was busy making a mockery of the work of the CRA. Immediately there were calls for City Attorney Glen Torcivia to put together a pathway to take-over the operations of the Lake Worth Beach CRA by t
10/18/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
The CRA is important for the vitality and the future of our city, to think the commission can add this workload to the existing one successfully is not realistic and will only take away from the citizens of the city.
10/18/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Please keep our award winning CRA They have done so much good for this city converting deficient properties into prosperous businesses and tax revenue streams to the city
10/18/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
REGARDING CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT ITEM A The concept of the City of Lake Worth Beach Commission taking over the CRA responsibilities is beyond troubling. The Commission’s plate is full. This is obvious from attending or watching the meetings. Turn times to address issues is slow, Commission meetings are so long that they are not effective (unfair to both the Commissioners and the Public), and finally, CRA responsibilities are well outside of most Commissioner’s areas of expertise. I don’t recal
10/18/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Good evening Honorable Mayor and Commissioners. We all need to remember that had the electorate not approved extending the terms of elected officials in Lake Worth Beach from 2 to 3 years, we would be on the verge of qualifying season for people to put their names on the ballot for a March 2023 election. That isn’t going to happen. In my mind, that raises the need for accountability by those of you who currently occupy the dais. There is also one Commissioner that is in their seat due to the fac
10/18/2022
Unfinished Business
Item A
Against
Good evening Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners. It seems redundant, but I must remind you that it is important to be as transparent as possible in your dealings and actions. That is especially true concerning how public comment is handled. Here we have a resolution that “...shall become effective upon its adoption.” I’d like to point out that this comment is being written before the meeting actually begins, so I do not know whether or not the City’s Attorney’s Report on the governance of t
10/18/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
As it relates to the examination of the City Commission absorbing the operation of the CRA, I am asking the City Commission to give serious thought to the ramifications of such a move. Politics is a fickle mistress and if the CRA is dismantled as a separate body and folded into the Commission, then it becomes a purely political driven entity. Although the goal may be to tighten controls on development this move may, eventually, do just the opposite. In future election cycles big-money developers
10/18/2022
New Business
Item A
Against
COMMENT FOR ATTORNEY’S REPORT I am writing to express my deep concern about the Commission of LWB attempting to take on the CRA as yet another area of responsibility when it is not the wish of most constituents for them to do so. Their desire to follow a particular course of action and ignore their constituents by waving their hand and rolling their eyes when referring to them in videoed meetings shows an utter lack of regard for the city as a whole. The agenda of three , particularly one wh
10/18/2022
Work Session
Item A
Against
I am writing to express my deep concern about the Commission of LWB attempting to take on the CRA as yet another area of responsibility when it is not the wish of most constituents for them to do so. Their desire to follow a particular course of action and ignore their constituents by waving their hand and rolling their eyes when referring to them in videoed meetings shows an utter lack of regard for the city as a whole. The agenda of three , particularly one who has stated when displeased “
10/18/2022
New Business
Item A
Against
10/18/2022
New Business
Item A
Against
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT ON CRA Roger Bennett 128 N F street Lake Worth Beach I live just 1/2 block north of the CRA offices. I see the good work that is being done by Joan and the dedicated team every day. I don't need to tell all of you that as the praise they have received on a city, county, state and national level is well known and well deserved. What I want to address is why are Christpoher McVoy along with Kim Stokes and Renaldo Diaz fixated on dissolving the current CRA as we know it? W
10/18/2022
New Business
Item A
Against
Re: City Attorney’s Report Dear Mayor and Commissioners, the Lake Worth Beach City Commission has yet to publish a comprehensive, data-driven report with a detailed cost-benefit analysis to adequately show cause for its stated desire to take over the CRA. The rationale as described at the end of the August 16th commission meeting is simply not adequate enough given the potential impact a decision of this magnitude will have on constituency tax dollars and the city tax base overall. With kind reg
10/18/2022
New Business
Item A
Against
Re: City Attorney’s Report Dear Mayor and Commissioners, the Lake Worth Beach City Commission has yet to provide a comprehensive, data-driven report with a detailed cost-benefit analysis to adequately show cause for its stated desire to take over the CRA. The rationale as described at the end of the August 16th commission meeting is simply not adequate enough given the potential impact a decision of this magnitude will have on the constituency’s tax dollars and the city tax base overall. With ki
10/18/2022
New Business
Item A
Against
This comment is related to the city attorney’s report: You are a city commission grappling with many serious issues. Taking over the CRA board is a baffling thing to even consider. You face overwhelming public opposition to threats to public safety, out of control utility bills, crumbling roads, and increased property taxes. A derelict pool sits on the city’s most valuable piece of public property with no apparent plan forward. You also lack any vision in addressing vacant oceanfront commerci
10/18/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
The Commission keeps talking about the housing crisis yet they seem to be ignoring the utility crisis. The doubling of our utility rates is contributing to the inability of many to live in LWB even if they have paid off their house. The Commission seems disinclined to care about or do anything for the long term residents who live in this City AND pay taxes. Our taxes and utility bills keep going up and up with money siphoned off for the homeless, well the resut of us will soon be homeless wit
10/18/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
The CRA has been serving and continues to serve this city by implementing Redevelopment plan objectives and has been promoting redevelopment activities that have helped and can continue to help our downtown and community. This is an independent led board appointed by the commission but acts with input from citizens, local leaders and the business community. Dissolving the CRA in the interest of the citizens of this town. And as a citizen of Lake worth beach for over 25 years I strongly oppose th
10/18/2022
New Business
Item M
For
I’m a single parent of two autistic children with limited resources. I am unable to find more employment or ways to make extra money than I already am because I am stretched out and already on less than 5 hours of sleep daily. I have always tried to conserve on utilities. And yet, no matter what, my bill has kept increasing. It’s more than doubled at this point. How is this possible? If it continues to increase, that will be the end of our monthly food budget which is already quite modest. What
10/18/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
Why attempt to take over the CRA? Is doing fine. And the commission has proven its ineptitude repeatedly, by repealing panhandling ordinances without any replacement public protections- or even ideas to discuss. You want a homeless tent city, LA-style? Now you want to meddle where you are NOT WELCOME. Do you plan to blatantly violate the will of your electorate again?
10/6/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
I am in favor of this Ordinance regulating the use of drones from taking off or landing within the Lake Worth Golf Club, Snook Islands, and Bryant Park to protect the American Oystercatchers nesting on the Snook Islands north and south of the bridge between March 1st to October 31st. The American Oystercatchers view the drones as aerial predators and will chase them relentlessly while the drones are flying. During this time the eggs/chicks are left unprotected by the adults and are vulnerable to
10/6/2022
New Business
Item A
Undecided
10/6/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Honorable Commissioners and Mayor, I attended a CRA Meeting a few weeks ago where some misrepresentations were made and need to be rectified. 1. CRA staff did not know which properties were purchased with penny sales tax when the question was asked.  This is very important.  Properties bought with penny sales tax have restrictions associated with them.  It is critical the City and CRA research the limitations on these properties purchased with these funds.  It is my understanding that the RFP th
10/6/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
One of the things that makes Lake Worth a good destination is its downtown. when I think of Provincetown, Bar Harbor, and Key West, I think of how the historic structures are used make What Might Have Been residential into something new. really that's what our downtown is done. New Orleans is also a good example. Right now the CRA is looking to contract for the demolition of the downtown properties that are contributing structures in the historic old town district. We haven't decided as a city
10/6/2022
New Business
Item A
Undecided
I still have hope for the swimming pool project at the Lake Worth Beach Park but am very concerned after seeing the presentation renderings from CPZ. After hearing from the public and commissioners over the last few years describing their wants for the project this group seems to have come up with a very boring project that could be placed at any motel anywhere. In order for this project to attract tourists and residents it has to be an attraction. Having artificial turf covering the concrete a
10/6/2022
New Business
Item N
Against
I AM AGAINST THE PROPOSED RATE INCREASE. WHY CANT WE GET OFF OF NATURAL GAS AS PART OF OUR UTILITY. THIS HIGH COST FUEL IS WHAT MAKING THE WHOLE TOWN PAY MORE. WHY ARE WE SO DEPENDENT ON THIS? THIS COULD HAVE BEEN AVOIDED WITH PROPER PLANNING. I WOULD LIKE OPTIONS FOR 50-100 PERCENT RENEWABLE ENERGY. WHY DON’T WE HAVE MORE SOLAR AT OUR LANDFILL? HAS OUR UTILITY WON ANY AWARDS FOR BEING A SMART ENERGY PROVIDER? IF NOT WHY NOT? OUR ELECTRIC IS ONE OF OUR BIGGEST BILLS TO PAY, PLEASE MAKE IT A
10/6/2022
New Business
Item A
Against
10/6/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
In 1967, The Doors sang about strange days finding us and tracking us down. It seems as if that ancient prophecy has finally come to fruition here in the Sunshine State. There was an article in the Palm Beach Post in 2016 when Hurricane Matthew was threatening Palm Beach County reminding renters that under Florida law, landlords were under no legal obligation to board up the windows of their properties. It strikes me as strange that capitalists wouldn’t want to take any and all measures to prot
9/22/2022
New Business
Item A
For
I understand raising the rates what I don't understand is contractors being paid an extra 2 million for only 45 days of work with the city supplying the material, on top of the original contract they received. I would rather of seen 1.8 for an apprentice program doesn't seem that much to invest in our city when millions are going to contactors. Invest in this city stop paying contactors.
9/22/2022
Public Hearing
Item C
Against
Honorable Mayor, Commissioners and City Manager I write to once again draw your attention to the Lake Worth Beach Library. I am grateful that a full-time staff person has been restored to the budget, yet I am also concerned that a contemporary understanding of the status of this institution has been lost. I suggest that it would be worth a few moments of your time to Google what Libraries can and should be doing in 2023, and what the budgetary commitment other cities of similar size to Lake
9/20/2022
New Business
Item B
Against
Good Evening, I am unable to attend and speak for many who don’t agree with what is being proposed as appropriate aaction regarding panhandling and with nobody acknowledging what the City Attorney advised was an option for you as to the judge’s motion of stay If the city is taking the time to draft appropriate and acceptable language now anyway to protect us your constituents and businesses, why can’t the judge be provided those reports by the City attorney every 3 weeks? In other words, show
9/20/2022
Public Hearing
Item B
Against
I understand this item is partly in response to a lawsuit. However I also understand many other cities, including our neighboring cities in PBC, have responded quite differently. Allowing panhandling is one thing, and that is bad enough for the city’s residents and visitors alike, but allowing PUBLIC SLEEPING is a completely different issue which does not benefit out city, it’s residents, businesses, or tourists. This Commission should NOT allowing public sleeping in our beautiful parks and othe
9/20/2022
Public Hearing
Item C
Against
I urge the commission not to approve the proposed Lake Worth Station. From The MID to The Bohemian to Deco Green, we already have too many large developments going up in our community. We do not need another large, multi-story structure. Lake Worth Beach is one of the few low-rise towns remaining in South Florida. It would be a shame to lose that. Additionally, this project would be located next the railroad tracks at 10th Avenue North and near the already busy intersection at 10th Avenue North
9/20/2022
Public Hearing
Item B
Against
Legalization of panhandling will not improve the lives of the unfortunate, sick and suffering on the street. This city has worked hard to decrease crime. This will again increase the problems since it would attract increased number of panhandlers from other municipalities. These panhandlers make untaxed money and hurt the local businesses that must pay for taxes, insurance, rent, and utilities. Before any change in the ordinance regarding panhandling is considered, the commission should asse
9/20/2022
Public Hearing
Item B
Against
It's clear that free speech must be protected, and the LWB Panhandling ordinance did not deny free speech. Aggressively/forcefully, and/or threatening someone for something is against the law. Blocking a citizen's path on a public street, sidewalk or other public walkway is illegal. I strongly encourage all members of the Lake Worth Commission to reconsider the changes previously agreed upon at the previous Commission Meeting. In addition, I would suggest having an independent and knowledgeable
9/20/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item B
I live on a business alley block. 5th and N dixie hwy. The sunoco is there. ON the side and rear of sunoco constant drug dealing and suspect activity. It has died down recently though for now. Now the homeless, they loiter, sleep, and panhandle on business lots within the community. Once they have declared it safe to be there, they then become non housed residents with their aggressive activities within our community. I've pulled up to my home to find people lying around benches, the ground or j
9/20/2022
Public Hearing
Item C
Against
Dear Mayor Resch and Commissioners McVoy, Malega, Stokes, and Diaz: I am writing to express my concerns regarding the proposed Mixed Use Urban Planned Development “Lake Worth Station”. I believe this project has serious flaws and needs to be reconsidered and redesigned. 81 units on a combined 1.08 acre lot is too dense for this location. The building design is sterile and incompatible with the surrounding area. It would benefit from having a metal roof, awnings, and balconies. A 5-story buildi
9/20/2022
Public Hearing
Item C
Against
Good evening staff, Mayor and Commissioners. I am writing to express my concerns about the Lake Worth Station development. This project would be built in a working class neighborhood. Why are you considering giving a 60% increase in height and density without requiring no truly affordable housing. City of Lake Worth has refuse workers, recreation workers, beach employees and others starting at $15.80 wage. Most staff members would not make enough for ANY of the units in this building, includin
9/20/2022
Public Hearing
Item C
Against
Previously, the Commission voiced big concerns about the Sustainable Bonus Incentive Program. You made modifications but did not address the biggest issue – that new developments west of US1 can be given a 50% increase in height and density for insufficient cash exchange or mediocre community improvements. Tonight, you are being asked to give this developer decades of double profit on their rental building in exchange for $400K. You have the authority to vote no on the SBIP. It is the developer
9/20/2022
Public Hearing
Item C
Against
When I saw the project named Lake Worth Station on the Planning and Zoning agenda I requested the back up and site plans. I had concerns about the 81units on the 1.08 acre combined lot. It seemed a very high concentration for our town. When I saw the building drawings I was concerned for the lack of style and compatibility and the disregard for a feeling of being in South Florida with the dark heavy colors and plain box shape. This project seems like a developers project looking for a piece of
9/8/2022
Public Hearing
Item C
For
From Herman Robinson 114 S. Ocean Breeze Lake Worth Beach FL 33460 Honorable Mayor, City Commission and City Manager The approved budget is a statement of priorities for the City of Lake Worth Beach. Only those items that the electeds and staff agree on are funded for the coming year and beyond. I draw your attention, again, to the tremendous importance of our Ocean Front Park and derelict pool. Please do not forget to include both on your high priority list and do not allow them to dissolv
9/8/2022
Public Hearing
Item C
Against
In this year of extra money, it's time to add to the library budget and enable it to be a center for our city cultural growth. Live up to your LIBERAL appearance. 1.  Books that cover a broad spectrum of ideas and world views are under attack throughout our Education System.  Libraries must ensure that students still can find the books and materials school libraries have provided for years.  Until now. 2.  The LWBL is a CITY library.  The elected leaders have the responsibility of providing new
9/8/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
Dear Mayor and Commissioners, I’m writing to you regarding the panhandling ordinance on the agenda for the Sept. 6th commission meeting and matters related to it. As with nearby towns, we should be taking measures to modify our ordinance similarly so as to take into consideration the needs and wellbeing of the Lake Worth Beach community, as a whole. Regarding related instructions issued by a commissioner at the last meeting about sleeping in public; the stated intention to immediately declar
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
For
Homelessness in not a crime. It's very unlikely these are the criminals. Thank You
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
For
Homelessness in not a crime.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item D
Against
No more bonuses for developers until affordable housing units are built. These construction plans are not worth sacrifice old growth pines.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item A
Against
I'm against this amount of funding without an audit. Money should go towards rehab services rather than arresting panhandlers. We don't need the sheriff riding through Bryant park illegally in golf carts or vehicles.
9/6/2022
Public Hearing
Item F
For
Unfortunately, since I've moved to this city, I've noticed people would rather complain on Facebook pages like Lake Worth Local than take any actual action that would benefit this city -- that includes the homeless. We all know there is a housing shortage, and many landlords have become greedy, and a living wage is hard to come by. Being poor is NOT a crime. There should be social services in place to assist those in need -- that should be the focus. I will always align myself with true civil se
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
I would like to read out loud of section of ordinance 2022-18. "WHEREAS, the City Commission finds and declares that the repeal of these ordinances is appropriate, and in the best interest of the health, safety and welfare of the City, its residents and visitors" This is not in the best interest of our residents, or visitors, or small business owners. It's solely financial, and from the PBSO budget on today's agenda, we can clearly see there is no cost benefit either that would otherwise go to
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
For
Dear Commission, I am reaching out today to kindly ask you to please vote yes on repealing the current panhandling law that criminalizes homelessness and poverty. This law goes against people’s civil liberties and also leads to more discrimination and prejudice against the poor in Lake Worth Beach. Nobody wants to see poverty in their neighborhood. The only way to resolve that is not to criminalize the poverty, but to care for the poor. Please repeal this law, which makes Lake Worth Beach appe
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
Good Evening Mayor Resch and Commisioners Díaz, Malega, McVoy and Stokes I am writing about new business F Ordinance 18-2022 Panhandling This ordinance should be repealed and immediately replaced with something that works legally. Other cities have taken this action and we should do the same. It is not enough repeal without making every effort to craft language immediately to create an ordinance that ensures public safety to all. Thank you, Kathleen Naiditch
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
DO NOT MAKE LAKE WORTH BEACH A HAVEN FOR THE HOMELESS ! There are job opportunities that they can qualify for. Then, they can afford nightly shelter.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
For
Please vote YES to repeal the anti-panhandling ordinance. These are human beings who are struggling, and need our compassion, not to be arrested. Please repeal this and then let's work on finding ways to help so that people don't have to get to that point. Thank you.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
Repealing the panhandling ordinance 18-2022, sec 15-91, sec 19-14 is gravely detrimental to Lake Worth Beach. We have had multiple accounts of threats of physical assault from said panhandlers to us and our patrons. Also, having to ask people to move to be able enter an establishment or just to walk on a sidewalk is not something we should need to do. If we want this community to thrive and be prosperous and safe then we need to keep the ordinance. Thank you
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
While I understand that our panhandling ordinance in its present form is illegal, that does not prevent us from repealing this version and replacing it with an ordinance that will be upheld in a court of law. Many cities across the US are doing this and their ordinances have stood up in court. The panhandlers are very aggressive at times and it is a life safety issue that should be addressed by the commission. We have a right to feel safe and secure when we are going about our tasks of daily
9/6/2022
Public Hearing
Item F
For
I am urging commissioners to vote YES to repeal the anti-panhandling ordinance. As you, the commissioners are currently facing litigation regarding the unconstitutionality of this ordinance, I imagine you will vote yes anyways, however, it is critical to continue to decriminalize crimes of poverty. To vote yes, is a move in that direction. Elizabeth Bonham, staff attorney for the ACLU of Ohio said: "Cities can’t curb free speech because begging makes people uncomfortable, there is no constitut
9/6/2022
New Business
Item A
Against
I was surprised to find that the PBSO budget for contract year 2023 has risen yet another 1.5%. Given the considerable amount of time and resources freed up by NOT proactively policing many minor violations while out on patrol, and NOT enforcing the panhandling ordinance since January of this year, one would expect that either the bill would go down or the additional freed resources would result in crime stats dropping across the board, but this has not been the result. Robberies to persons hav
9/6/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item B
Many young adults that staff our stores and restaurants walk to and from work all hours of the night and day. Allowing panhandling and encouraging individuals that are homeless to live in our area puts our hardworking neighbors at risk or harassment and possibly aggressive behavior from people needing other people's money.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
As a resident for more than 8 years, I've come to appreciate being able to safely wander and enjoy the streets and public areas of lwb. Allowing homeless people to sleep in these places will bring more crime to and damage the reputation of the city; Not to mention public defecation, drug use and the unpredictable, dangerous behavior of the mentally ill.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item D
Against
We would like Lake Worth to stay the safe, small town feeling it has maintained over these many years. It's the charm of our city that is unique and desirable for our community. Please do not turn our town into a Metropolis that so many are fleeing from the north. We do not need another Seattle with their tent cities and crime.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
Panhandling, aggressive or otherwise, is a dangerous activity that should remain illegal. It puts the panhandler in danger while walking in and out of traffic to ask for money or to sell stuff. Many of the people asking for handouts wobble and struggle to to walk around idling vehicles at the bottom of the I-95 offramp at 6th Ave South. Motorists trying to avoid them tend to creep up on the vehicle in front increasing the possibility of an accident. This commission will be responsible for enda
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
My concern is the agenda item to repeal the panhandling ordinance. From what I understand, this item is being considered due to the possibility of a First Amendment lawsuit, so rather than repeal the law I believe we should develop new language that outlaws panhandling without overriding "free speech." At the very least we must maintain a portion of the ordinance which pertains to aggressive panhandling as defined in Sec 15-90.a. If aggressive panhandling is allowed in our town it will quickly
9/6/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item F
I urge the commission to repeal the panhandling ordinance and replace it to keep the public safe. The city attorney’s letter provided in backup clearly says the City's insurance company has asked the the ordinance be repealed. What the insurance company wants is to settle this case and show the court the offending ordinance has been repealed. However this action does not prevent in any way passing a new constitutional ordinance. The city attorney should be advising the commissioners that citie
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
For
As citizens of Lake Worth Beach, we would encourage the city to repeal the current panhandling ordinance and replace it with a more restrictive rather than lesser ordinance. This would be for the safety and welfare of both the panhandler and citizens of our community. Public education to discourage donations and provide adequate access and availability of social services to those individuals in need should be prioritized. Aggressive and intimidating behavior should not be tolerated on our road
9/6/2022
Public Hearing
Item F
For
Please remember, these are fellow humans that will be affected.
9/6/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
Hi I am a realtor and previously would manage mutifamily properties across lake worth beach for the past 6+ years. Lake Worth Station has been brought to my attention and couln't be happier to see more NEW units coming to Lake Worth Beach that the town despertaley needs in order to assist in the housing crisis. I was very impressed to see the developer incorporate work force housing units making this both an affordable and safe living option for the hard working community. For years I have seen
9/6/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item F
As someone who regularly keeps singles on hand for the houseless souls in our community, I appreciate your hard work and diligence in protecting my right to be neighborly, while not placing me at risk or in physical danger by having to exit my car on a busy road to assist someone in need. Thank you for understanding that we are all one circumstance away from being the people on the street. Thank you for continuing to protect my right to gift charitably, privately, and personally to people normal
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
For
I support the repeal of the city ordinance that makes it illegal to panhandle. As you know, the courts have struck down these types of ordinances and our city and others are being sued if these ordinances are in effect. It would be counterproductive & expensive not to repeal. Long term we need affordable and effective mental health and drug treatment and affordable housing to address these problems. Lake Worth Beach can't do it alone - we need local, state and federal govt. to fund effective
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
I am a resident located on North Ocean Breeze, It has been brought to my attention that some of the city commissioners wish to abolish/ repeal the city's current panhandling Ordiance. I am not sure why they would want to do this , it does not seem to be a positive for the city or our image. So I want you to keep the ordinance in place, and I will be watching to see who votes and which way.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
I am adamantly AGAINST the repealing of the current panhandling ordinance. That is dangerous and will lead to a slew of other issues. We must be proactive about helping the homeless but allowing them to panhandle and allowing encampments wherever the homeless feel like they want to live is not in any way helping them. It is a lose lose for the homeless and tax paying, law abiding citizens.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
Making panhandling legal in LWB will most surely bring panhandlers from other municipalities where it is illegal. As a new permanent resident to LWB my husband and I cannot see how this will be beneficial to the city. You need to bring revenues into the city, being invaded by panhandlers will scare tourists off and probably entice current residents to move somewhere else.
9/6/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item G
You cannot allow the homeless to sleep in any public places, it will turn Bryant Park into a homeless encampment bigger than the one the county had to break up in John Prince Park a few years back. Who wouldn’t want to camp on the intracoastal waterway for free? The city will lose money when people stop using the boat ramp because they are being hassled by panhandlers. Also, what tourist is going to pay to stay at the newly renovated Gulfstream hotel? This will send a message to every homeless p
9/6/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Would it be prohibitively expensive to display all public comments on the city web site, or, in the alternative, to display the count of comments related to agenda items, separated by For or Against? In other words let the public know how much interest there is to an upcoming item the city is considering? Also, it would be nice to list the items by name. Thanks--
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
As a business owner in Downtown Lake Worth for 23 years, abolishing the panhandling ordinance would be detrimental to commerce and tourism, both vital to Lake Worth Beach. Crime has gone down since this ordinance was enacted. Do not throw the baby out with the bathwater. If the ordinance needs retooling, then make the necessary adjustments to satisfy the lawyers and keep panhandling illegal.
9/6/2022
Public Hearing
Item B
Against
Good Evening, my concerns on allowing homeless to sleep in any public area. I am strongly against this. You spend hundreds of tax dollars rebuilding and beautifying Lake Worth only to destroy it with drug addicts and homeless urinating and dumping feces any where. I saw drug-head walking past children waiting for school bus, with just pants on and not zipped up. I saw a homeless women pick up pvc pipe and start hitting a man riding his bike. He was not bothering anyone. Another homeless screami
9/6/2022
Public Hearing
Item F
Against
I DO NOT want Ordinance 18-2022 repealed! I do want the current the ordinance to stay in place as it is. I do not want people sleeping in public places. PLEASE leave as is!
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
For
I wanted to give a public comment because I saw some papers circulating that said "Homeless people allowed to sleep anywhere in Lake Worth Beach." After about just 15 minutes of research, I realized how misleading and alarmist these papers were. This really isn't about any commissioner's "desire to abolish/repeal panhandling ordinances". This is about the city being sued in violation of first amendment rights, which quite honestly makes sense. You cannot just silence or eliminate someone's righ
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
I own and operate a business in Downtown Lake Worth. As it stands at least once a week I have homeless people or drug addicts enter my business and threaten my daughter or myself and customers and have destroyed property as recently as last month. It’s a problem. A big problem. My fear is that if our current panhandling variance is revoked without a new ordinance in effect it will compound the issue further causing even more stress for our residences or businesses.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
I frequently walk over the bridge with my dog to patronize LWB's wonderful local establishments grabbing a coffee, lunch or dinner, often by myself and sometimes with a friend. I guarantee if I have to walk past people sleeping in Bryant Park, or on sidewalks or alley ways, I will NOT be making that journey anymore. I will not feel safe and will instead stay on the island walking down to Lantana instead. This is the most ridiculous idea to even consider allowing the loosening up of current reg
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
For
As inflation soars and Fed Chair Powell foresees further pain for households and businesses in the fight against it, the houseless and the hard up, so to speak, should be given a broad scope to pursue financial resources. Repealing the panhandling ban is a small but necessary step toward that end.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item D
For
Please approve this request in its entirety.......We need more development like this in our City. Thank you.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
I am against any unauthorized/undermined panhandling or soliciting in Lake Worth Beach. The majority of Lake Worth Beach is against this. Why are we not discussing the repeal and REPLACEMENT of this ordinance with one that doesn't violate constitutional rights? Why does it seem the Mr. McVoy, Mr. Diaz and Ms. Stokes are not listening to those that elected them?!@@
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
Madam Mayor and council members, I moved to Florida 15 years ago and the first time I came to Lake avenue I fell in love with our downtown. Not too big and overcrowded with a great variety of businesses. I soon found out that Lake Worth was not a safe place to live because of the drug dealers and prostitutes and the people who live in that lifestyle. Then PBSO came in and did a great job of cleaning up the city. I moved to 7th Avenue North 4 years ago and loved it. I needed a bigger place so I r
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
For
My name is Jonathan Nicholas and I live at 3 Auburn Drive, Lake Worth Beach, FL. I am in support of the Repeal of sections 15-91 “Definitions,” 15- 91 “Prohibited acts regarding panhandling,” and 19-14 “Right-of-way solicitors and canvassers”, in order to protect the city from frivolous lawsuits. BUT, I also feel that the city is obligated to rewrite the ordinance in such a manner that it keeps people out of the street and intersections and from harassing citizens. Other cities have rewritt
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
We should not go back to where we were before. Public safety on interstate 95 on and off ramps should be cleared of obstruction by panhandlers. It is a safety issue.
9/6/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item F
In 2021 my family and I made a significant investment at 810 Lake Ave when we opened a retail storefront for our charitable foundation. Our business - Leather & Art by Memory Trees - also features an education center, a permanent & free art exhibition, local tourist attraction, and is the hosting venue for promoting a local Artist of the Month. Recently, in response to our requests, PBSO deputies have politely asked a homeless person or people - who had converted our storefront's entrance into
9/6/2022
New Business
Item D
For
I am in favor of the Lake Worth Station project.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item D
For
I support the the Lake Worth Station development planned for 930 N G Street. It is good to see additional residential units coming to the city that include much needed workforce housing.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
It’s simple it’s not safe and acceptable, having homeless peoples all over lake worth beach as it is now in public area day and night. If you want to help them create a real structure for them, but not in public area and not on prime Realestate, it’s absolutely not good for business ! There is a big difference between helping and giving, When I walk my dog I find constantly needles, piles of trash, dog poop … Thank you for thinking of them, but think of people like me who pay taxes in this town.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
I am a resident entering my second year in LWB and it is wonderful, however, there is absolutely no sound reason to allow additional panhandling or homeless to detract from the area. We should be helpful and compassionate while maintaining the safe environment that draws so many of us here. Safety and security is paramount to a towns growth and prosperity. There are plenty of open air markets available as well as secure temporary housing just a few miles inland.
9/6/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
I am absolutely for the Lake Worth Station Project. This is exactly what our city needs, a fresh, new residential building with workforce housing. The construction will provide much needed jobs in our area, we will increase our tax base and at a time where we are so desperate for housing, we cannot have this project soon enough. This can be a gateway for 81 families to have solid, secure homes in a building we can all be proud of. I ask that you vote Yes for Lake Worth Station.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
I am deeply concerned, about the notion of abolishing our current panhandling ordinance and allowing the homeless to sleep in any public places. I am not in favor of any motion that would relax our current ordinances around panhandling or solicitation, as relaxing the rules risks leading to higher crime rates.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item D
Against
I do not support the referenced project without major concessions. I recommend the following: 1. The site has a 100-year old pine tree that must be saved. There is no way to successfully transplant such a valuable tree because it has a very deep tap root. Nearly all of the habitat that support these trees, primarily scrub, has been developed & those trees are gone. 2. If this project is approved as proposed, it would give the developer a bonus of 3 stories & 48 units while providing essentia
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
we have many homeless people in Lake Worth Beach who come to scat on our private areas and it is up to us to clean up every morning. Others come to use our outdoor water taps on our private property (although closed) and without our authorization when we are closed. Some come to wash in our toilets reserved for customers only or throw their garbage cans in our private spaces. They hurt our business
9/6/2022
Public Hearing
Item F
For
I belive outlawing homelessness is a violation of the constitution and basic human rights. Why waste money in court when that money can be used to home people. Panhandling is not a crime. These are people let's treat them like that. Please repeal this ridiculous ordinance. Thank you.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
For
I understand the need to repeal the current panhandling ordinance because it is constitutionally defective. However this body should immediately enact a new ordinance that balances the rights of our citizens and the panhandling population. I am aware of a number of Cities that have restricted panhandling to the sidewalk only.This fits perfectly with Vison Zero to prevent traffic and pedestrians accidents. If the panhandling or solicitation is restricted to the sidewalk these type of accidents c
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
No
9/6/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item F
I think it's disgraceful that being poor is now a crime. Someone can stand on the corner and fly a flag of Trump 2020 and not get arrested. Yet, if someone poor holds a sign that says "smile" and I give them a dollar, they are breaking the law. This town should be ashamed of itself. I am ashamed of it. There is no gray area here. Poor individuals have been singled out, arrested, thrown in jail, violated, and the rich, white Mayor allows it to happen. She is an embarrassment. I remember meeting h
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
I have done research and am aware that the repeal of these sections of this Ordinance would be in response to lawsuits being brought forth by law firms who are suing municipalities for similar ordinances saying they violate free speech and are discriminatory, and in fact I believe Lake Worth Beach is also dealing with a related suit. I would feel better if I thought these law firms were doing this for the “right” reasons, but I truly believe it’s just another cash cow for the legal community.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
For
First, I'd like to say you should redesign the comment card website. As it is now you must select For or Against to proceed with a comment. Not everyone who has a comment will have decided if they are for or against an issue. For instance, me - I haven't come to a decision on this because I don't have all the information. I do have a question though - I read 15-91 and 19-14, which have to do with panhandling. I don't see anything there about the right to sleep in public, which I've been hearing
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
It appears that a significant issue keeps reoccurring at our governing level. Each of you on the commission took an oath that requires you to represent the citizens of Lake Worth Beach. Your role is not to impose your views upon making policy decisions but rather listen to your constituents and represent them. The life of the constituents of this city should be your primary concern and I submit to keeping Ordinance 2022-18 as currently written, of which portions have been extracted and replicat
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
For
As being a new resident in Lake Worth Beach coming from Broward County, this has been a huge issue with the homeless in that county not having enough resources and housing available for them. I believe decriminalizing panhandling and sleeping in public places is a good way to help those in need and be able to save an abundance of money for resources for the homeless. The fact that criminalizing panhandling and sleeping public places is a breach of their amendment rights, it is also sickening to
9/6/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item F
We object to any relaxation of the panhandling ordinance, and respectfully request that you start enforcing the ordinances relating to short term rentals.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
There are a myriad of reasons why policies which would potentially lead to an increase in homelessness and panhandling in Lake Worth Beach would be a bad idea. One need look no further than current examples of cities across the country which have done this only to see enormous increases in theft, crime and illegal drug trafficking. One could and should also look to accredited studies. The National Institutes of Health states: The rate of violent crimes was 40 times higher and the rate of nonviol
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
For
I’m Sugar Bear (626 South K Street Apt 2) Minister of Information for the Lake Worth Catholic Worker/Sugar Bear Comics. Many sociologists believe that a culture can be assessed as to how civilized it is by how it treats the most vulnerable in its ranks: the mentally ill, the cripples, the elderly, the children and pregnant mothers, the alcoholics and addicts, the homeless, and its veterans who often fall into 3 or 4 of these categories. Remember when Ft Lauderdale disgraced itself and was met wi
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
For
My name is Deborah Brantley. I live at 12 Ocean Breeze, Apt. 1, Lake Worth Beach, FL, 33460. Please legalize panhandling and legalize homeless sleeping on the streets. Not only because the city is being sued for this and the money we would lose over this could be better used elsewhere, but because it is a First Amendment Right and criminalizing homelessness violates a person's Eight Amendment Right. According to the US Supreme Court, the First Amendment covers "charitable appeals for
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
Please do not repeal this ordinance. Public spaces are by definition meant to serve ALL the public but NOT ANY OR ALL purposes selective members of the public might choose. Allowing homeless or anyone else to sleep anywhere at anytime in our public spaces severely inhibits and restricts use by our otherwise active and awake residents. Public Parks are NOT and are NOT MEANT TO BE bedroom communities for those who are experiencing homelessness. There are more efficient, more humane and more dignif
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
Panhandling, drug addicts, prostitution & crime - especially crime of opportunity and theft - have been a huge problem for Lake Worth Beach for the past 10 years we've lived here. Simply shopping at the Walgreens on 6th & Dixie is an often scary experience with beggars accosting you as you enter or coming to your car as you exit. Drug addicts go door-to-door in our neighborhoods begging for money, and on many street corners supposed homeless canvas for money. We are already a magnet for nefariou
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
If this happens Lake Worth Beach will become the slums, and not worth saving. Commissioners, I implore you to remember that you are here to protect the well being and quality of life of those who elected you. We, the tax paying VOTING citizens of Lake Worth Beach voted you into your positions trusting you had our best interest at heart. Please do the job we hired you to do and make this a city we can enjoy living in and be proud of instead of a place to fear.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
I urge the commission and its legal counsel to study this issue more carefully before repealing the ordinance. Lake Worth Beach isn't the only community seeking a balance between individual freedom and protection from harassment. I thought this law was originally crafted to protect motorists and pedestrians from harm. That doesn't sound like a first amendment issue to me. So, which is it? If the argument is that PBSO no longer enforces the ordinance, then I ask, since when does the sheriff's o
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
It is my understanding that you want to legalize panhandling in LWB due to legal challenges. The last thing we need is more harrassment from individuals asking for money while eating outdoors on the avenue, relaxing in our parks or stopped at a traffic light. What happened to the rights of our taxpaying citizens. Instead of legalizing panhandling, I ask the city attorney to research phrasing that would be legally acceptable to discourage panhandling. Let's keep moving forward for the betterme
9/6/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Repeal our current panhandling ordinance and also allow homeless to sleep in any public place. I believe such a repeal of this ordinance would: 1) Increase the need for and workload of city maintenance crews for public places. 2) Be a step back toward the squatters' invasion which was just removed from the John Prince Park near 6th Avenue South. 3) create a public hazard for citizens and visitors to these places. 4) Repeat an undesirable chapter in human history when the government of Rome allow
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
For
Cities across the Country are repealing their defective ordinances dealing with solicitation and panhandling and replacing them with new ordinances that protect the rights of both the people that panhandle for a living and the rights of citizens driving their cars. These new ordinances restrict panhandling to the sidewalk area only and prohibit this activity in the streets and median .This balance is what needs to be done in our City.Failure to have such a enforceable ordinance will cause harm t
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
The City of Lake Worth Beach has always shown great humanity and forward thinking ideas when it comes to supporting and helping members of our community. The diversity within Lake Worth attracts people from all over to live here; we have met so many new neighbors who now call Lake Worth Beach their home. Repeal of sections 15-91 “Definitions,” 15- 91 “Prohibited acts regarding panhandling,” and 19-14 “Right-of-way solicitors and canvassers” If we look to repeal these laws, it may render our c
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
It's clear that Municipalities, like Lake Worth Beach, face legal challenges in protecting their citizens against aggressive panhandlers. Your challenge, as our commissioners, is to allow for free speech, while protecting us from aggressive panhandlers. Our panhandling law ought to be (a) neutral, (b) concise, (c) allow for free speech, (d) protect the citizens, businesses, and visitors in Lake Worth Beach. The current law — without the retractions — appears to do exactly what it’s supposed to
9/6/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
do not allow homeless to panhandle in the city or sleep or loiter anywhere in the city. if we had known you were going to try to ruin the city for the tax paying residents we would not have voted for you. you will need to be voted out if you damage the quality of life of those you work for. you do not represent the homeless population, you represent the residents of the district you are the commissioner of.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
I am puzzled why the Commission and the City Attorney have jumped directly to recommending the repeal of certain sections of Ordinance No. 18-2022 vs finding alternative language that will pass legal scrutiny. Other cities have amended their panhandling ordinance vs taking the easy way out. I expect Lake Worth Beach's elected officials, attorney and staff to investigate potential improvements to our Ordinance before recommending repeal - that is what you have been elected or hired to do.
9/6/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item F
Regarding legalization of panhandling & homeless to be allowed to sleep in all public areas- this would be detrimental to our community and it’s future. Loss of tourism, small business will be affected on the Avenues, crime rate to skyrocket, property values to decrease, increased drug use… Homelessness can be handled in a more positive way keeping both the community clean & safe, and utilizing old/empty building spaces for shelters to help rehabilitate and reintroduce individuals back into soci
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
As a homeowner in LWB for more than ten years I have seen the city struggle to thrive, and I believe that it can. I love taking my kids downtown, running into neighbors, and watching the parades. However, I can hardly ever take my kids to the docks at Snook Islands or Bryant Park due to vagrants sleeping and drinking there at all hours, and I can only imagine it getting worse if you decriminalize panhandling (never mind how it's going to be getting off 95). This is a city for everyone, but its f
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
I wish to be on record as opposed to repeal of panhandling ordinances. Revision of these ordinances in order to comply with constitutional requirements seems to be a preferable alternative action to safeguard the public from the increasingly aggressive practice of accosting people on our public walkways, open spaces, and sidewalk cafes. Thank you for your attention.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
I understand that if you must repeal the ordinance against panhandling due to pending and current litigation, then please consider enacting counter measures to stop aggressive panhandling, which the ordinance Sec 15-90.a defines. No one should feel unsafe to tell a panhandler "no" as that is also a constitutional right. I don't want to see our town being overrun by thugs and aggressive panhandlers, so you must find a way to keep our residents and visitors safe.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
I am writing in response to the agenda item to repeal the panhandling ordinance. While I understand that the reason this item is being brought forward is due to current and pending lawsuits, I would like to note that while we may have no choice to repeal the panhandling ordinance, we should still maintain portion of the ordinance which pertains to aggressive panhandling as defined in Sec 15-90.a. It will quickly become a safety issue if aggressive panhandling is allowed in our town. I am conc
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
The problem with removing these two ordinances, is that they are NOT anti-panhandling. They thoughtfully crafted and were run by the ACLU before they were passed, AND survived their scrutiny. One of them says that if somebody says NO that they can’t keep on asking—it’s against aggressiveness, not panhandling. The other one is regarding safety for both drivers and the panhandlers themselves. They should not be panhandling walking around in traffic at major intersections. You’re basically sayi
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
There should be NO repeal of the ordinance which would allow panhandling in Lake Worth. It will only make things worse in Lake Worth Beach. Even having to discuss this is an affront to our sensibilities.
9/6/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item F
As we use recent history as our guide, it would be irresponsible to ignore what has occurred in cities all over the country for those who have permitted panhandling, etc. Increase in crime, lowering of real estate values and health concerns will plague our city. I have too many friends in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle and NY to accept this as an ordinance to overturn. Helping those in need, does not have to include overturning this ordinance.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
I am against the appeal.
9/6/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
https://www.wpbf.com/amp/article/florida-lake-worth-beach-state-of-emergency-housing-crisis/40919467 This blows me away! The city turns down projects that would bring in real money, new business and rejuvenate downtown because they feel more money needs to be spent on the housing crisis by adding tiny houses for the homeless. And 400 affordable housing units have recently been added? How about making my housing situation affordable with lower utility rates that have consistent service. Or mayb
9/6/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
I been down here since 2012, the lake worth area is my favorite place to visit. If you allow panhandling are beautiful lake worth will look like San Francisco. People will walk out their front door tripping over tents and people. They are other ways to help the homeless and approving panhandling is not the way. It will drive people away from coming to lake worth.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
Renee and Chris Panzer. 4 Harvard Drive. we are strongly against the repealing of section 15-19 "“Prohibited acts regarding panhandling,” and 19-14 “Right-of-way solicitors and canvassers”. This law protects us and our city and also ensures our city is not overwhelmed with vagrants and homeless people. To repeal this law will only make our city worse, unattractive, and far more unsafe than it is already. It pushes us further in a negative direction. Do not destroy our city.
9/6/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
My name is Eunice Vivar and I have owned my house at 1408 N K St since 1998. I am whole heartedly against repealing sections of Ordinance 18-2022 regarding prohibited acts of panhandling. Not only is this unfavorable for our home values, this is a grave safety concern. I have four daughters and do not want them having to deal with the level of drug addiction, crime and mental illness that comes with allowing homeless to panhandle. In item G you are trying to prohibit smoking and vaping...why
8/25/2022
New Business
Item A
Against
Good evening Mayor and Commissioners - Twelve million and counting, that is the public funds the City is planning to give the owner and developers of the Gulfstream for their project. A project that is not just the sentimental restoration of the historic hotel, but the building of a large luxury apartment building. While working people in this City pay their taxes, the CRA and the City Commission are voting to give millionaires tax breaks. This is bad economic policy, this is trickle down econo
8/25/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
We have been Lake Worth Beach residents for 16 years and most of that time the Gulfstream has stood empty. Please don’t be short sited about the incentives! We are extremely lucky to have this project in such capable hands and as the financial studies have shown this project will be a major boost to our city’s economy as well as employ many of our residents. Please get this deal done once and for all!
8/25/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Good Evening, My name is Eunice Vivar and I am a homeowner at 1408 N K St since 1998. I implore you to approve the Gulfstream Hotel. It is time to move forward and to give our city the financial boost it needs. We need to beautify or lovely city and enhance our beautiful downtown by moving forward with this great endeavor, not by making panhandling legal in this city. Thank you
8/25/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I urge All the Commissioners to Approve the Gulfstream Hotel project NOW without ANY Further DELAYS !! This Gulfstream Hotel will provide jobs for The LWB Community during construction and after with the operation of the Gulfstream Hotel .. it will be a boost to the economy of LWB. Vote FOR THIS NOW !!
8/25/2022
New Business
Item A
For
8/25/2022
New Business
Item A
For
Roger Bennett 126 and 128 N F street, LWB A nearly eight-year resident of LWB I am concerned the direction this commission is taking this city. I own and manage three profitable vacations rentals in town. Most of my guests never heard of LWB before renting here. I have many regular and seasonal repeat customers who also watch what is happening with this commission. Like myself, they want the Gulfstream Hotel to be finished in a timely manner. They lament the delays the city leaders have caused.
8/16/2022
New Business
Item D
For
I am writing in favor of declaring a housing emergency in the City of Lake Worth Beach. I urge the City Commissioners to take this position to preserve the diversity of our City. The current rent increases are unconscionable. They bear no relation to the increase in landlords' expenses. While the City seeks to revive the vitality and economic well-being of our City, i.e. the Gulfstream project, we should be mindful of the effect on people who live and work in the City. With increased rent, peopl
8/16/2022
New Business
Item D
For
I firmly believe it is within the cities best interest to declare a state of emergency to address the many levels of crises facing normal, hardworking regular people who make up our streets and call themselves our neighbors. Lake Worth Beach, once considered affordable, has quickly left. Throughout COVID there has been unprecedented levels of investment from outside investors, and similar to most towns in Florida: 1. Rent is now unaffordable to those who wish to work and live here 2. Housing c
8/16/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item D
Housing is a Human right. Stop taking advantage of the poor, of the downtrodden, of the desperation to have a place to sleep. Give people shelter, don't capitalize on their hope.
8/16/2022
New Business
Item D
For
While I have been lucky enough to rent from an understanding friend, the astronomical rent prices have still affected my corner of Lake Worth in many heartbreaking ways. One next door neighbor who is wheelchair-bound and living in a tiny crummy apartment is freaking out right now because her landlord just raised her rent above her fixed income. In addition to her situation, excessive rent increases have driven out another set of beloved neighbors (for over a decade) from across the street. The l
8/16/2022
New Business
Item D
For
8/16/2022
New Business
Item D
For
This is a pressing issue for people across Lake Worth. The American Dream of owning a home or sadly even being able to afford rent and save for a future home needs to be addressed. Private equity and hedge fund groups are buying up houses across the country in order to Jack up rent prices and gouge for profit. 1 in 7 homes since the pandemic has been bought in America by private equity/hedge fund/ or holding company groups with the sole purpose of profits in mind. Please help us address this is
8/16/2022
New Business
Item D
For
From my experience as a Lake Worth Resident and Attorney who has represented countless Lake Worth Residents in Landlord-Tenant matters, we must acknowledge that there is housing crisis. In my experience, Chapter 83 of the Florida Statutes does not protect a good tenant from a bad landlord. Our Local Governments must do more than the State Legislature has done to provide a basic level of fairness to people renting in this economy. Serious reforms such as the Tenant's Bill of Rights and Rent Cont
8/2/2022
New Business
Item E
Against
The Gulfstream Hotel project should be approved without ANY FURTHER DELAY !! The Gulfstream Hotel project was to be discussed at the August 25th meeting .: not at tonight’s meeting .. the Mayor has been hospitalized and the Gills are not in town and from what is understood..: not made aware of tonight’s meeting with a discussion of the Gulfstream Hotel !! This is most irregular !!
8/2/2022
New Business
Item E
Against
[ONLY READ IF ADDED TO AGENDA] If you are hearing these comments, it is due to the Commission allowing this item to be added to tonight's agenda. This is the email message I sent earlier today which stated the reasons adding this item would a bad idea. Mayor and City Commissioners, On behalf of the residents of Lake Worth Beach, I ask that you not add New Business Item E when you act to approve the agenda for tonight's City Commission meeting. There is no purpose to read numbers from a sprea
8/2/2022
New Business
Item D
Against
Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners, I urge you to not approve sections 16 and 17 of the proposed changes to the land development regulations being considered as part of Ordinance 2022-14. Please follow the advice given to you by unanimous recommendation of the Historic Resource Preservation Board at their June 8, 2022 meeting. Remember that the City already goes to great lengths in directing development through the Historic District Design Guidelines manual (232 pages), Major Thoroughfare G
8/2/2022
New Business
Item E
For
I was surprised to find out that the Gulfstream Hotel has been added into tonight's meeting after being informed of its postponement to August 25th. I implore the City to take steps of notifying its residents with adequate notice so residents can respond.... this looks a lot like a lack of transparency. As far as the Gulfstream project is concerned, the Commission must stop this prolonged delay on finalizing this project. No more considerations. The Restoration St Louis group owes us nothing m
8/2/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Honorable Mayor & Commissioners, On behalf of the Lake Worth Beach Democratic Club, I submit this expression of deep concern about the operational direction of our utility and our continued reliance on fossil fuels. This dependence and our utility's outdated business model is directly responsible for the severe utility rate increase our community is facing - at a time when many of our neighbors can least afford it. In your hands are the policy choices that shape our city's future. The time for
8/2/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item E
As everyone’s time is precious and limited, I am confused as to why Vice Mayor McCoy wants to rehash information (Gulfstream Incentives) that is already part of the public record. It feels like a hidden agenda, which makes me uneasy. The Commission meeting agendas should be used more wisely.
8/2/2022
New Business
Item E
Against
I wrote to the commission to urge you to refrain from adding New Business related to the Gulfstream Hotel to tonight’s agenda. Adding this item at the last minute is a bad idea for the following reasons: 1. The citizens and the Gills were advised that the Gulfstream item would be addressed at the 8/25 meeting. Adding it on 8/2 creates unnecessary confusion and undermines this commission’s credibility. 2. Gulfstream negotiations are ongoing with the Gills, and a third party negotiator is being
8/2/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item E
Here we go again! Why would anyone think this meeting would be different from any other meeting as one sole person on the commission continually attempts to throw a wrench into all things related to the Gulfstream Hotel. Item E is clearly inappropriate and should not be heard. Only the meeting August 25 is specific to the incentive package, duly noticed to WE THE PEOPLE. Enough is enough already.
8/2/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item E
I am hoping by the time this card is read that Item E (New Business) has been removed from the Agenda. This has already been announced as being addressed at the August 25th meeting. There have already been reports of inappropriate decorum in meetings with the negotiator. I would urge Commissioner McVoy to embrace the Gulfstream Hotel Project and help see it to fruition. Instead of belaboring the "what-ifs", embrace the desires of the vast majority of your constituents. We are guaranteed NOTHIN
8/2/2022
New Business
Item A
Against
Mr. McVoy is attempting to discuss financial incentives relating to a project that the City is currently negotiating, in private, with a paid consultant. Not only is this irresponsible and inappropriate, but it's also a dereliction of duty as a city commissioner. Mr. McVoy may be jeopardizing this project by discussing city costs while the financial negotiation is in process. Also, Mr. McVoy's employer has been very vocal that he is against the Gulfstream Hotel redevelopment. It is again sugge
7/19/2022
Public Hearing
Item B
For
The panhandling ordinance shows such a lack of compassion and understanding of our current economic disparities. Please repeal the ordinance.
7/19/2022
Public Hearing
Item C
Against
I'm writing to express my opposition to The Station development project and to ask you to please vote NO on this item tonight. From what I understand of this project the developer is asking for a 50% increase in density and to exceed the height restrictions that we voted to preserve. In order for these allowances to even be considered they would need to ensure that this development was providing affordable housing, which this project is not providing. There is also an issue with the fact that th
7/19/2022
Public Hearing
Item C
Against
No approval of any developments in this neighborhood unless they are majority affordable housing. Hardly anyone renting in the area where this is being proposed would be able to afford "Workforce Housing". If the goal is more displacement, more skyrocketing rents, more speculation then vote to approve. If the goal is to provide much needed housing in a working class area than disapprove until it contains ample affordable units.
7/19/2022
Public Hearing
Item C
Against
I am against this project as it is too large and too out of character for the location. This area is mostly filled with one story single family homes and a 5 story building (built out to the edge of the parcel) is too large and inappropriate for the parcel. Additionally, the proposed plan does not provide sufficient green space or parking. This project is proposed as a "transit" based project (I guess because its located next to the FEC tracks) but it has no tie in at all to transit and as su
7/19/2022
Public Hearing
Item B
For
While I'm glad the city is being forced to repeal panhandling ordinance, I'm disappointed by the way the city lawyer and some commissioners portrayed the lawsuit filed against Lake Worth and other cities as simply the work of opportunistic lawyers. As if no one could possibly be concerned about such an infringement on the rights of all to free speech, not to mention the implications of those rights being contingent on how much money you have. Plenty of grassroots civic groups have fought to def
7/19/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
REPEAL & REPLACE: While I understand we have to address the lawsuits, many cities have perfectly legal ordinances that take into consideration the safety of the general population who want to drive, walk and enjoy our city without fear (look at Buffalo and Rochester, which laws have held up in court). Tax payers should have rights to feel safe in their city. Consider giving the panhandlers a garbage bag and pay them to clean up the streets like Portland.
7/19/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
I do agree that there is a housing crisis but legalization of panhandling and use of all public areas for sleep will not be the solution. This will not decrease homelessness, will not improve the lives of the unfortunate, sick and suffering on the street. This city has worked hard to decrease crime. This will again increase the problems and may worsen the already high numbers of overdoses due to the opioid crisis that affects our city. The homeless population exists partially because they refuse
7/19/2022
New Business
Item F
For
I support the repeal of this ordinance which criminalizes folks who are struggling with poverty and essentially reaching out for a little assistance from those of us who are in a position to have a little something to give. Panhandling is clearly a symptom of a greater problem. Addressing the conditions that are contributing to the dire financial reality that so many folks are in is where the focus needs to be. For some who oppose the repeal of this ordinance the argument is that their quality o
7/19/2022
New Business
Item F
For
I ask that the city commissioner to legalize panhandling and legalize homeless sleeping on the streets. Panhandling is not a result of the legalities, but rather deeper rooted issues. Such as the health care system, low wages and the housing crisis.
7/19/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
I agree with my neighbor, "Please do not repeal this ordinance. Public spaces are by definition meant to serve ALL the public but NOT ANY OR ALL purposes selective members of the public might choose. Allowing homeless, or anyone else to sleep anywhere at anytime in our public spaces severely inhibits and restricts use by our otherwise active and awake residents. Public Parks are NOT and are NOT MEANT TO BE bedroom communities for those who are experiencing homelessness. There are more efficient,
7/19/2022
New Business
Item F
Against
Just because law enforcement is not enforcing the ordinance(s), it does not mean that the rule is not needed. Law enforcement doesn't enforce speeding, yet you wouldn't repeal speed limits. Repealing this ordinance would only send an invitation that it is OK to beg from customers who are trying to have a nice dining or shopping experience in downtown; or just going to the ATM. It would also mean that business owner's would not have any basis to ask panhandlers to leave the front of their busi
7/19/2022
Public Hearing
Item D
Against
Rent raising is WRONG!😤😡! If rent should be raised, it should be towards those who can afford it!! As in, those with salary incomes or close to it. Most middle class have too many bills to deal with as it is. The government, I know they can do only so much, but they NEED to do something about THIS!! Rich folk don’t have this problem. They don’t know what it’s like, barely living off the minimum. Worrying about losing their place to live, a phone service to use, dealing with food coming in mont
7/19/2022
Public Hearing
Item D
For
I recently moved to lakeworth thinking it would be cheaper north but during my search most places where 1400$ for a 1bed 1 bath which i couldnt afford. Its getting hard to work and live in Florida being single its getting to the point u have to have a roommate.
7/19/2022
New Business
Item D
For
The price gouging in rent during the current speculative real estate frenzy is already causing a wave of evictions, which several recent studies and news reports have shown. Less commented on is the social effect of this on a city whose renters are being made several hundred to a thousand dollars poorer every month- what this does to physical and mental health, how this causes overcrowding, people being unable to leave abusive situations, increased economic desperation, etc. Unfortunately for ma
7/19/2022
New Business
Item E
Against
This is not professionally sound work as a commission, to be undermining discussions already had at a time when the Mayor could not be present and as a surprise to the Gills who have not planned to attend. Please, Mr. McVoy, explain to the audience why you continue to do this and are unable to continue the process as planned, with documentation and inquiries the City has already agreed to included in your 'knowledge' as you proceed with additional questions from your minority constituents. The m
7/19/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item E
This last minute addition to the agenda is completely inappropriate. Anything regarding the incentive package for the Gulfstream Hotel, overview or otherwise, should be discussed at the duly noticed meeting of August 25th where the Gills and the community are under the understanding that this is the final meeting to discuss this and the city to vote on it. Please do not allow this addition to the agenda.
7/19/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Good Evening Mayor and City Commissioners, At the City workshop last month the issue of short term vacation rentals was discussed. During that workshop staff explained that they are not permitted in the zoning areas where they are being operated. They also said the law is not being enforced, they are intentionally allowing this illegal use to continue in our residential zoning. Selective enforcement of zoning law to be problematic and unfair. I am requesting that the Commission ask staff are
7/5/2022
New Business
Item B
Against
Would like to see something other than a commercial, hotel-style pool deck I think a pool deck with shade from native vegetation such as sea grapes would attract visitors I would like the pool to be a venue that is beautiful with native plants and attracts events.
7/5/2022
New Business
Item B
For
I am for the renovation of our great oceanfront pool. Having researched our pool with a local commercial pool company our oceanfront pool is easily renovated and brought current and up to date without spending gobs of money. We need to get creative and use what we have to work with. All the mechanicals the decking and any holes or cracks in the pool can easily be fixed for around $1 million Any enhancements of shade trees and other items to make the pool look a whole lot more attractive of cour
7/5/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item B
When the issue of the Pool next comes before the Commission, I hope the City will see the benefit of investing in a project that has the kind of amenities that attract visitors, such as shade trees, a wading pools and maybe some tiki huts. It will be worth the investment.
7/5/2022
New Business
Item B
For
Good evening, Lake Worth Beach exists in a unique position, and in a unique place and time. Our city holds valuable assets which we can use to position ourselves as special from our surrounding areas for visitors and tourists, while also providing fantastical services to those who call our city home. The pool is, without a doubt, no question another jewel in this crown. It pains many in my neighborhood to know that the pool has sat underutilized, and the notion to modernize our beachside pool
7/5/2022
New Business
Item B
For
We are glad to see plans for the city pool moving forward. We were frequent users of the pool, swimming laps in the mornings and cooling off on hot Friday evenings watching the sun set over the town. We encourage the Commission to think of a multi-level organic decking with lush plantings like the Venetian Pool in Coral Gables and not just a flat slab of concrete surrounding the pool to make this not only a functional pool but a major tourist attraction.
6/28/2022
New Business
Item C
For
Yes Integrated Resource Plans are essential to our future viability. LWB requires a mission statement and further assessment in collaboration with a consultant whose expertise includes technical knowledge committed to decarbonization.
6/28/2022
New Business
Item C
For
Climate change is real and impacts us more severely as a coastal community. That is why I urge the Commission to strongly consider steps we can take in our electric utility's Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) to do our part to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and mitigate climate change. I am aware that our resources are limited, but I ask that commissioners explore approaches to increase our renewable energy generation and create energy storage capability.
6/28/2022
New Business
Item C
For
I would like our city's utilities to take the serious ramifications of climate change into consideration when crafting our Integrated Resource Plan. These include implementing a plan for our solar energy to be stored for later consumption, carbon reduction with a goal of net zero, addressing sea level rise, and increasing our tree canopy.
6/28/2022
New Business
Item C
For
Hello I am interested to hear some of the specific goals for Lake Worth Utilities and areas in which we can slow down negative climate change. How do you plan to write an Integrated Resource Plan without a baseline mission or direction our city is heading in regards to renewable energy? I appreciate the open discourse and that topics such as climate change are being discussed. I would like more clarity when it comes to the direction and goals that the city is trying to tackle with this Integrate
6/28/2022
New Business
Item C
For
I’m excited to hear that the city is developing an Integrated Resource Plan. The plan should include things we can do on the front end to reduce the city’s reliance on fossil fuel. This will show that the city is serious about climate change and sea level rise and committed to reducing residents’ high electric costs. Consider the following: 1. Expand our solar field and add battery capacity to store solar energy for use at a later time. 2. Investigate the use of energy rebates to residents who
6/28/2022
New Business
Item C
For
- Before we write an Integrated Resource Plan, do we have a mission statement that clearly captures our city’s environmental goals? - I am very concerned about climate change. I want my utility to do our part in prevention. - I support electric vehicles, but only if the charging is from renewable energy. - Can we include storage into the Integrated Resource Plan so that solar energy can be used later in the day?
6/28/2022
New Business
Item C
For
Please include storage into the Integrated Resource Plan so that solar energy can be better harnessed. As electric vehicles become more widespread, do we have a plan to meet vehicular energy consumption with solar energy? We are a family who has transitioned from 2 gas vehicles to one gas and one Electric Low Speed Vehicle. In the last year, I have seen a substantial increase of LSV, golf carts and micro electric mobility in our city, which is awesome and is surely shifting energy consumption.
6/28/2022
New Business
Item C
For
I am glad to see the city moving forward in an effort to save our environment.
6/28/2022
New Business
Item C
For
Honorable Mayor and Commissioners, I would just like to applaud all of you and our Utility Director for bringing forward this discussion about an Integrated Resource Plan for our utility. An integrated resource plan has the potential to ensure our utility is both economically and environmentally responsible for generations to come by identifying fiscally prudent paths for us to encourage energy conservation and distributed generation in our City. Please do not waste this unique opportunity to
6/28/2022
New Business
Item C
For
Virtual Peaker is a cloud based software company that enables municipal utilities to run demand response programs. Virtual Peaker is able to support a demand response program for the City of Lake Worth Beach to reduce demand, saving both the utility and its members money. We currently integrate with a long list of device manufacturers, including Google Nest, ChargePoint, EcoBee, and more so that City of Lake Worth Beach can stand up a demand response program with existing devices in a matter of
6/28/2022
New Business
Item C
For
I am very concerned about the very alarming threat of climate change and sea level rise and cannot stress enough that our utility needs to take concrete steps to prevent it. We need an Integrated Resource Plan that spells out goals, actions to be taken, timelines, and indicators to measure how those goals are being met. The City needs to hire a topnotch consultant with solid technical knowledge and a proven commitment to decarbonization to help draft this IRP.
6/28/2022
New Business
Item C
For
- Lake Worth Beach can become the world leader With an integrated plan for living comfortably and safely through the climate Warming crisis. We own our own Utility and thus we have the opportunity of few places to create an integrated sustainable solution based On best practices implemented globally. We have yet to investigate how to free our citizens from an antiquated dirty system to one in which our children can thrive. It must be done thoughtfully immediately. . We are woefully
6/28/2022
New Business
Item C
For
Madam Mayor, Commissioners, Friends! For brevity and greener LWB Utility, please add these two items to the city's plan. 1) Remove restrictions on best energy efficient windows especially from historic code. Please make the window tint issue entirely go away. 2) Remove restrictions and encumbrances on new rooftop solar. Lower kW buy back rate needed to support grid maintenance for net metering users. Deep thanks for your thoughtful consideration.
6/28/2022
New Business
Item C
For
Madam Mayor, Commissioners, Friends! For brevity and greener LWB Utility, please add these two items to the city's plan. 1) Remove restrictions on best energy efficient windows especially from historic code. Please make the window tint issue entirely go away. 2) Remove restrictions and encumbrances on new rooftop solar. Lower kW buy back rate needed to support grid maintenance for net metering users. Deep thanks for your thoughtful consideration.
6/28/2022
New Business
Item C
For
I would like to see the City create a plan for resiliency and carbon reduction including the expansion of the solar field on our landfill, and the undergrounding of our power lines.
6/28/2022
New Business
Item C
For
As a lifetime environmental advocate, I am concerned about climate change. I want our Power Company to be the most forward thinking on this issue as possible. Along these lines, electric cars make sense but only if we charge them with renewable energy sources like solar power. Can storage be included in the plan so solar can be used later in the day? Power companies that I have used had a system where my home power consumption could be reduced during peak hours. I thought this worked well an
6/28/2022
New Business
Item C
For
We ask that our utility purchase only electric vehicles and only those that use electricity from renewable sources. We ask that citizens be allowed to use the water wasted when fire hydrants are flushed. Thank you.
6/21/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
As a resident and business owner in Lake Worth Beach I fear that the city could be in a position of civil liability as we begin to see a strategy of "extra-legislative" demands being placed on the planned developers of the Gulfstream Hotel project. It should be the expectation that the laws, and codes of our city are applied equally and fairly. When a developer is being requested to go "above and beyond" these same codes one can only question the motivation. If a developer is meeting and exceedi
6/21/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
We are fortunate to be offered a solution to a longstanding and embarrassing problem in Lake Worth Beach. The solution has been carefully crafted, revised, revised, revised, revised and updated, modified and changed until we have arrived at tonight’s penultimate meeting moving along the path towards approval. The Gulfstream project was made possible by a referendum in our City that received approval by 83% of the Voters, including me. The support for this project among the Lake Worth Beach Vote
6/21/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
I’m concerned about personal agendas overriding the will of the majority of voters in Lake Worth Beach. THE GULFSTREAM PROJECT solves a 17 year blight problem. All financial examinations stateit will be revenue stream positive for the City. The project needs to be approved as it NOW stands. No more meetings,, no more consultants, no more demands for changes. The Gills have worked long and hard with the City, listened to all views, made many changes to accomodate those views, and, today, ha
6/21/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
First I would like to thank the Mayor and Commissioners for their due diligence in working with the developers on the Gulfstream Hotel project. I would also like to commend the Restoration St Louis group for their unyielding patience in this rather long process. At this point, conversations, discussions and considerations have been made. An economic impact study has been completed showing no reason not to accept this project as proposed. It is time to move forward without any additional delays.
6/21/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
Strongly support the gulfstream project since this will benefit the city and its residents Has been long overdue
6/21/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
This commission approved the agreement with Restoration St Louis over a year ago. You have data that shows it is going to be of great benefit to the city. Please do not delay this project any longer. Approve this zoning change tonight and finalize the incentive package as soon as possible.
6/21/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
An OVERWHELMING majority of Lake Worth residents and business owners want to see the Gulfstream Hotel Project approved. I hope the people that we elected will do what they were elected to do and not pursue a personal agenda. Last meeting made it clear that Commissioner McVoy is doing just that. His antics were ridiculous. Stop wasting everyone's time Commissioner. This is not about you. Approve the Gulfstream Hotel Project NOW!
6/21/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
The whole community wants this project to move forward. We've talked about it for too long. Let's get this off the ground so the City can realize its bright future.
6/21/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
Vote yes on the Gulfstream. Smart and economically beneficial improvements need to be made to Lake Worth Beach. The Gulfstream will increase tax revenue, bring new jobs to town and is backed by local merchants. That should be enough to vote for the project. On top of that: the Gulfstream plans were approved by the Preservation Advisory Board and from what I heard at the last reading – the vast majority of the Public Comments have been in favor of approval. This should be a slam dunk. Please v
6/21/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
I am proud of this commission and their commitment to the City's future by voting 5-0 to approve the zoning change in order for Restoration St. Louis to move forward with the restoration of our iconic historic Gulfstream Hotel. Tonight is a perfunctory vote. Please do not waver in your resolution to bring this project out of the ground and lay the ground work for a better Lake Worth Beach, one filled with hope and a better quality of life for its residents.
6/21/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
We are urging you to vote yes tonight and continue to move this project forward. It is obvious the vast majority of the citizens of LWB want this specific project for the Gulfstream Hotel. Please don’t attempt to derail Restoration St Louis with additional demands. Let’s get this project shovel ready!! Mike & Nancy Walker 2012 Notre Dame Dr
6/21/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
My wife and I are new residents to Lake Worth. We recently purchased an apartment by Bryant Park and see the value and wonderful location of the park, intercostal and ocean all in walking distance to our home. The Gulf Stream Hotel would be a welcomed addition and would only add to the value and lifestyle it will bring to the neighborhood. Lake Worth has a gift here and should work with the developers to get this grand hotel restored. It’s time for the bell of the ball to have her day 2022! Don’
6/21/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
We are new residents to Lake Worth and decided to take a chance with the village. We bought there thinking Gulf Stream Hotel would revive the town and create an upscale eastside on Lake Avenue. We fully support restoration and plans the developers are seeking. Please embrace this opportunity in lifting up Lake Worth, the bones of a great town are there, they just need to be polished!
6/21/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
I was at the commission meeting 2 weeks ago for the first vote and was shocked to see that not all of the commissioners were in favor of the Gulfstream Hotel Project. I know that they all ultimately voted in favor but not without Commissioner McVoy throwing up roadblock after roadblock. I don't know Commissioner Stokes - although she represents my neighborhood - but she seemed to follow McVoy's lead. I spent alot of time this past weekend talking to most of the merchants on Lake Avenue - I can t
6/21/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
Please move ahead with a positive vote for the rezoning!
6/21/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
I strongly urge the approval of the second reading to proceed with the Restoration Saint Louis proposal to restore the Gulfstream Hotel to its former glory and build the adjacent building. This development is absolutely critical to the citizens and businesses for the City's viability. Hopefully, this will spur new development which is critically needed to improve the city's tax base. Based upon the report from the City, the Gulfstream would become the City's second largest employer.
6/21/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
Please approve Ordinance 2022-09 and allow the Gulfstream Hotel project to move forward without additional conditions or delays. This commission signed a Letter of Intent over a year ago, and the Economic Impact Study this commission asked for (at a cost of $18,750) clearly outlines the benefits. Listen to the experts and the citizens of Lake Worth Beach.
6/21/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
I strongly support the approval of the creation of a Mixed Use Urban Planned Development for The Gulfstream Hotel on Lake Avenue. Lake Worth Beach needs to move forward not backward with this proposal, without adding unnecessary addendums or requirements. Let Restoration Saint Louis do what they do best.
6/7/2022
New Business
Item A
For
Good Evening Commissioners. The Gulfstream Project, in my opinion, is an invaluable project for the City of Lake Worth Beach (City). Although I am not a City Resident, my family and I frequently visit and support local businesses within the City on an almost daily basis. My family and I stand with the residents of the City and support the incentives and the project as they are relatively small and will have a good return on investments to the City.
6/7/2022
New Business
Item A
For
6/7/2022
New Business
Item A
Against
A resident in the Bryant Park area, I have many concerns that the City must address before approving the hotel redevelopment: * The City has not released any parking plan for this area, which will be hugely affected under the current plan. Why has no parking plan been undertaken and released to the public? * The hotel Annex is far too large, filling all available land. It is disproportionate to the neighborhood's single family and smaller dwellings. How can Commissioners allow our historic city
6/7/2022
New Business
Item A
For
Chris Diserio 1117 S. Palmway, Lake Worth Beach Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this issue. Lake Worth Beach finally has the right partner and the right proposal. For economic reasons, for historic preservation reasons, for the development of downtown Lake Worth Beach and for the morale of most of the residents of this town, I am for amending the City’s Official Zoning Map by approving the creation of a Mixed Use Urban Planned Development (The Gulfstream Hotel) located primarily at
6/7/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Everyday I ride through Bryant Park to LW Beach around 6am via bicycle. Every morning the trash bins are overflowing and garbage from the wind is blown around the beach and park. This is the direct result of trash cans scheduled to be emptied in the mornings, not at the end of the day. A simple solution: Could you please schedule park & beach trash pickup for the END of the day when they are full. Thank you!
6/7/2022
New Business
Item A
For
As a tax payer and resident of Lake Worth Beach I support the approval to restore the Gulf Stream Hotel. The economic impact for our tax role, the potential to enhance the downtown business and restaurant district and the overall improvement of the hotel will bring additional prosperity and growth to our beautiful city. I encourage a YES vote. Respectfully, Anthony & Blanca Lofaso 720 N. Golfview Rd. LWB, Fl 33460
5/19/2022
New Business
Item B
For
I would like to see an imaginative unusual creative pool deck with shade from native vegetation and tiki huts with pathways and some variation. Diane Brown 905 N Lakeside Dr
5/19/2022
Public Hearing
Item C
For
As a member of the Sierra Club and a city resident I am very concerned with Climate Change. Before we write an Integrated Resource Plan, do we have a mission statement that clearly captures our city’s environmental goals? - I support electric vehicles, but only if the charging is from renewable energy. - Can we include storage into the Integrated Resource Plan so that solar energy can be used later in the day? - As a coastal city, I want our Integrated Resource Pla
5/19/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Short term rentals are the reason my family moved to Lake Worth. We were told this was a place that STR’s could thrive and make living in south Florida sustainable. I’ve very concerned to hear any desire to detract or change regulations on STR’s in lake worth beach.
5/19/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
5/19/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
We support STR as they benefit more than they hurt although common sense regulations are needed for everything in a society. We respect our neighborhood we want our neighborhood to remain a neighborhood while we also take pride as well as our neighbors have taken notice and appreciated the work we have put in to improve a property that was lifeless and neglected. In turn we have had quality guest as we attract people that are here to enjoy the environment to experience a new area and prior to p
5/19/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
In support of Short Term Rentals (STR’s) and also support common sense regulations as we acknowledge the benefits they offer along with how they can negatively impact communities when there are bad hosts as well as too many on one street. The benefits that even those opposing must admit are that 1- They have beautified abandoned and unkept properties that lost their charm long ago. 2- Attracted vacationers that may have never travelled to Lake Worth Beach if not for these platforms and introduce
5/19/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
5/19/2022
Public Hearing
Item C
For
5/19/2022
Public Hearing
Item C
For
5/19/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
5/19/2022
Unfinished Business
Item B
Against
My comments today are in regards to the Lake Worth Rd traffic circle, at A st and Lake Worth Rd. I hope that before any changes are approved the mayor and commissioners will look at the history, design, and overall advantages of these traffic control devices. Traffic circles are not all bad; they help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, they are safer and they move traffic much more efficiently move traffic much more efficiently. The problem is often the public’s unfamiliarity using them. The city
5/17/2022
Public Hearing
Item C
For
Thank you for this resolution to change the name from Ocean Breeze to South Ocean Breeze. It has been a very frustrating 3 years and we hope it ends soon with your vote of approval. Our home on North Ocean Breeze has had delivery problems with UPS, Fed Ex, Home Depot, Lowes and USPS because they try to deliver our appliances, packages, and mail to the corresponding address on Ocean Breeze. We were tracking the delivery of a computer only to see it sent back to the warehouse marked 'incorrect
4/26/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Last August or September I think, there was talk of hiring people for some type of compliance for the power lines, and also hiring some other people or outsourcing those jobs based on some discussion the city was having for the electric. Whatever happened with that since it was said that the city would be having its compliance checked in June? Did we ever hire the people or did we outsource their jobs to somebody else? Do we need to hire these people to help with outages the city been having lat
4/26/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Last August or September I think, there was talk of hiring people for some type of compliance for the power lines, and also hiring some other people or outsourcing those jobs based on some discussion the city was having for the electric. Whatever happened with that since it was said that the city would be having its compliance checked in June? Did we ever hire the people or did we outsource their jobs to somebody else? Do we need to hire these people to help with outages the city been having lat
4/19/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
I am a resident of Lake Worth Beach and a housing attorney, and I’d like to voice my support for Ordinance 07-2022. This is an important piece of legislation for both landlords and tenants. It will cool the rapidly heating rental market that is being made worse by short deadlines set by state statute. While the time limits in the state statute may be workable during normal times, there is a declared state of emergency regarding the rental market. Under the current law, a long-term, month-to-mon
4/5/2022
New Business
Item B
Against
I do not believe the city should be trying to pass this as there are plenty of protections for Tenant's and Landlord's in the Florida Statues 83:59 I would recommend not putting any verbiage on how long a Landlord has to give a Tenant to vacate. Sometimes the Tenant is extremely harmful to the neighborhood and this is the only recourse the Landlord has to get them out of their property in a timely fashion. if the city chooses to go through with this then they need to reconsider time frame for c
4/5/2022
New Business
Item B
For
This is an important ordinance deserving commission support, and beyond this ordinance, Lake Worth Beach should explore declaring an emergency so that we can enact much needed rent control.
4/5/2022
New Business
Item B
For
Good evening, Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing in support of Ordinance 7-2022, which would require landlords to give a fair notice of 60 days to tenants before increasing their rent above 5 percent. In addition, please remember that housing is a human right, first and foremost, and should not be seen merely as a capital venture. People's lives are in the balance. I urge you to explore declaring an emergency so that rent control can be enacted in Lake Worth Beach. Thank you for your consider
4/5/2022
New Business
Item B
For
I support Ordinance 7 requiring landlords provide a 60 day notice for any rent increase above 5%. This is not necessarily the ultimate answer to the housing crisis, but a necessary step. The city, meanwhile, can also recognize the impact of this housing crisis on our residents and declare an emergency so that rent control measures can be put into place.
4/5/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item B
Ordinance 7- I can’t believe that you are actually questioning whether people deserve to know when their rent is being increased, when what you should actually be doing is voting to STOP all increases in rent ! Almost everyone I know is struggling to pay rent and more neighbors are getting evicted every month. It’s sure seems like your REAL agenda at these city council meetings is to force poor people out of lake worth!
4/5/2022
New Business
Item B
For
I support Ordinance 7 requiring landlords to give 60 day notice on any rent increases above 5%+. Rent prices are out of control in South Florida right now and it is negatively impacting the lives of individuals, families, and the quality of life of our community as a whole. As a teacher at a family literacy program, we are losing students left and right because their landlords are raising their rents so they have to take second and third jobs. There is a serious crisis going on and the very leas
4/5/2022
New Business
Item B
For
Hello, my name is Danna Torres 33460. To start, I want to thank the commission for bringing forth this relief effort to protect families from exploitative practices we are seeing in our cities as a result of the pandemic's impact on real estate. I fully support this initiative, and look forward to seeing this commission dramatically expand on more rent stabilization initiatives in combination with other measures to provide equitable and affordable housing.
4/5/2022
New Business
Item B
For
My partner are in our 20's and we both work full time jobs. We would like to build a life and continue renting in lake worth beach. Of course, this will mostly depend on rent increases since we do not want to be rent burdened. While this doesn't fully address the magnitude of how unaffordable rent is in south Florida right now, I strongly support these very reasonable requirements and appreciate the commission standing with everyday people who live and work here.
4/5/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Esteemed Commissioners and Mayor: Lake Worth Beach (LWB) City Commissioners requested that all Palm Beach Sheriff officers working in LWB be equipped with body cameras a while ago. Can you tell us the status of that request? If the requested action has not been taken, will it be discussed in negotiations with PBSO at the time of their coming contract renewal? Nationwide, municipalities have approved measures that require police officers to wear body cameras. LWB should adopt the same policy
4/5/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Good Evening Commissioners, My name is Michael Layberger and I am a proud Lake Worth Beach Resident who loves this City. Unfortunately, my neighborhood has become overwhelmed by parking and litter problems. I ask you this evening to please solve these problems for us. We deserve to have clean and safe streets - with sufficient parking - as much as anyone. Letting anyone park as many cars - of any size - anywhere they would like is not tenable for a neighborhood with our density. This is why m
3/29/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item B
3/29/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Why doesn't this city enforce the South Florida Water Management District rules? If you put in plants that don't need water and the neighbor waters every day at 5pm your yard it's wet all night and you have to weed all the time. Wrong time and supposed to be twice a week.
3/29/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item C
Run-off election for March 22 mail-in ballots sent March 14. Received March 17, 5 pm. Must be received by March 22, 5 days later, including Saturday/Sunday March 19-20. This means 3 days for the Post Office to deliver to election office if submitted to Post Office on the same day as received, at 5 pm. Impossible! Well organized! Voting in person must be at correct precinct. City website does not have a map of precincts. How do I find where to vote?
3/1/2022
New Business
Item H
For
3/1/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I would just like to express my gratitude for Commissioner Robinson's indefatigable service to our community. Commissioner Robinson is the very embodiment of servant leadership - a community volunteer who always works to put the greater good first. His constant commitment to improving our city wherever and however he can, while bringing as many people along in that process as he can, is an inspiring testament to the value of democracy. I hope our City Commission will honor his service for a l
3/1/2022
New Business
Item H
For
In regards to the operation of mobile Food Trucks, I would hope that the discussion tonight will be in a positive direction to allowing properly licensed vendors operate in the city of Lake Worth Beach. We need to move towards being a more business friendly City.
3/1/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Commissioners, I submit this public comment to you this evening as the President of the Sunset Ridge Neighborhood Association. I ask you to address the ongoing parking problems within our City once and for all with a dedicated parking advisory board - or other dedicated processes for addressing areas of our City with parking problems. It only takes a drive around almost any neighborhood of our City to see that the status quo is not working, let alone a brief review of social media. The proble
2/22/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Honorable Mayor and Commissioners, My name is Michael Antheil and I am the current President of the Florida Energy Storage Association. I am writing this evening to applaud your decision to begin examining a demand-response program for the Lake Worth Beach Electric Utility. As distributed energy resources find themselves under attack in Tallahassee, your potential leadership in implementing a demand- response program is to be commended and encouraged. Demand Response has the potential to save
2/15/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
My name is Chia Schmitz and I live on South K Street near South Grade Elementary. The parking situation on my street and the surrounding blocks is in a crisis. I recognize many of the Commissioners don't live in this area so it might be hard to imagine what a residential parking crisis looks like — so I'd like to paint a quick picture: First, the litter. Because there are so many vehicles, my street rarely gets cleaned. With no alternate side parking and most spaces usually occupied, the street
2/15/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item B
I have no issue with you being able to pass this resolution, I just have a concern about the impact this process is continuing to have on the empty lots in our city. 417 S D Street was an issue before I purchased a home in this area in 2010. I understand the residents want the lot maintained and not allowed to become a nuisance, but we seem to have gotten into a pattern where we continue to fine, place liens, etc. on properties, essentially driving the cost of purchasing them off the market.
2/1/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Good evening Honorable Mayor and Commissioners, Wes Blackman, 241 Columbia Drive. I’ll be listening with interest this evening to the items under the New Business portion of the agenda. Let me first say that I think it is important that you schedule a joint meeting between two of the most important advisory boards in the city. Actions taken by both the Planning and Zoning and Historic Resource Preservation Boards can have far reaching effects upon the enjoyment of one’s property and the quality
1/26/2022
Work Session
Item A
For
Dear Mayor Resch and City Commissioners, Thank you for scheduling today’s workshop with CPZ Architects and others to move the city to the next step in the process to build a modern, attractive pool. I still have concerns about using the full ITN process to build the pool, and I believe there are unforeseeable pitfalls if you choose that path. Yes, we may get a developer to eventually build us a nice pool that way, BUT they are not going to do it without receiving something substantial in retur
1/18/2022
New Business
Item B
For
1/18/2022
New Business
Item B
For
1/18/2022
New Business
Item D
For
Esteemed Commissioners and Honorable Mayor, I fully support allowing rooftop solar in LWB. I believe the reasons for my opinion are self-evident and they are scientifically and economically sound. Thank you for your attention and support, Scott Scott Rice, MD, PhD, MBA, MS 15 South Golfview Road, Unit 503 LWB
1/18/2022
New Business
Item I
For
This afternoon I learned that Jim Beloian, a Canadian and long time snowbird, who lived in an apt. two blocks north of me on Federal Hwy, was struck and killed by a motor vehicle over the weekend. The driver steered the vehicle off 12th Ave S across the church lawn, where it struck Mr. Beloian, who was standing under the eaves of Lakeside United Methodist Church,. I send my condolences to Jim’s family and friends. I had the good fortune to be introduced to Mr. Beloian at Lake Worth Beach a y
1/18/2022
New Business
Item H
For
1/18/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I am asking you to help with the parking, litter, and crime issues facing our community around 6th Avenue South. I have lived on both the north and south sides of Lake Worth for fifteen years and just do not understand why our Commission can't do the work to make the southern part of our City as clean, green, and safe as the northern part. We deserve to have our streets free of abandoned cars and litter just as much as anyone else does. Please do the right thing and solve these problems. Ther
1/18/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I am in favor of the city commission exploring a way to declare a housing emergency in Lake Worth Beach with the aim of creating an ordinance that will cap rate increases on all rental dwellings for at least one year and, if agreed upon by the city council, to introduce this question on a ballot to voters in the upcoming municipal election. I believe the commission ought to explore all the options available to them in order to bring relief to the residents of this city, most of whom are renters
1/18/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I urge the city commission to look into emergency rent caps in light of the sudden spike in rents in Palm Beach County. For the last 3 months I've worked with an eviction prevention project, following the county court filings and then speaking to the renters facing eviction to inform them about rental assistance and legal counsel. Several people we have spoken to had their rents raised 30-40%, some of which were on a fixed income. Rising rents are a huge issue all across the US but Palm Beach
1/18/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
For too many years the concept of rent control seemed unattainable to renters and affordable housing advocates in this state. People would look at me like I had two heads when I try to talk about it while running for mayor in 2004. It should not have taken a global pandemic and subsequent housing crisis to get this fundamental concept of economic Justice and Community stability on the agenda. But here it is in front of us as an actual possibility to push back against a level of greed that should
1/18/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
My name is Jae Markis. I live at 1224 16th Ave N Lake Worth Beach, FL. I wanted to submit a public comment to voice support for rent control. I live at one of Lake Worth’s few community land trusts. It is an affordable housing model that is meant specifically for low income people. Without this non-profit’s subsidized rent, I would not be able to afford to live in the city I grew up in. I believe rent control can keep market prices fair and accessible to all. Without rent limits, people who own
1/4/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item B
I support Resolution No. 02-2022, but ask that it be expanded to include 6th ave south and S Palmway. This section of south palm park is prone to flooding and is in need of better drainage.
1/4/2022
New Business
Item B
For
Hello - My name is Anthony Segrich and I live on the corner of South Plamway and 6th Avenue South in South Palm Park. I am 100% for resolution 02-2022 and think it is a great step in the right direction. I would like to also point out that there are SEVERAL other areas in South Palm Park suffering from flooding unrelated to the 18th street issue. 6th Avenue South routinely floods. A few months back they helped the situation by cleaning the drains and investigating some issues... but the pro
1/4/2022
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item B
I support Resolution No. 02-2022, but ask that it be expanded to include 6th ave south and S Palmway. This section of south palm park is prone to flooding and is in need of better drainage.
1/4/2022
New Business
Item B
For
While 100% in support of the grant for addressing the flooding problem on 18th street south , I would like to bring to your attention the serious flooding we receive at 6th ave south between federal and south Palmway due to the excess runoff of water from the Pineapple and Cloister apartment blocks This is a regular incident due to excess paved areas and not enough drainage the water at times can be over 1 foot deep and is causing damage to all properties along the portion of street. regards Sh
1/4/2022
Public Hearing
Item A
For
12/28/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
We at the Palm Beach Post are currently working on a story regarding the municipal responses to COVID. We have been informed that the City has continued to keep the electrical utility office closed ostensibly as a response to COVID, yet, continues to employ a supervisor, Rosealyn, who is unvaccinated and does not adhere to the mask policy. We ask why the City has such a seemingly mixed response to the situation.
12/28/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
We at the Palm Beach Post are currently working on a story regarding the municipal responses to COVID. We have been informed that the City has continued to keep the electrical utility office closed ostensibly as a response to COVID, yet, continues to employ a supervisor, Rosealyn, who is unvaccinated and does not adhere to the mask policy. We ask why the City has such a seemingly mixed response to the situation.
12/28/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
We at the Palm Beach Post are currently working on a story regarding the municipal responses to COVID. We have been informed that the City has continued to keep the electrical utility office closed ostensibly as a response to COVID, yet, continues to employ a supervisor, Rosealyn, who is unvaccinated and does not adhere to the mask policy. We ask why the City has such a seemingly mixed response to the situation.
12/28/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
We at the Palm Beach Post are currently working on a story regarding the municipal responses to COVID. We have been informed that the City has continued to keep the electrical utility office closed ostensibly as a response to COVID, yet, continues to employ a supervisor, Rosealyn, who is unvaccinated and does not adhere to the mask policy. We ask why the City has such a seemingly mixed response to the situation.
12/28/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I am working on a story for the FAU newspaper regarding the City’s inefficiencies. Is it true the City currently prohibits employees from changing subjects of emails? If that is true, can you please specify what other features of Outlook the City prohibits employees from using? I have reached out to the Mayor for comment multiple times and been stonewalled.
12/28/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I would like to know why, when I email the Mayor and acting City Manager, I can never get a response. The City had a fatal flaw in its record process exposed, and nobody wishes to discuss it.
12/28/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I would like to know why, when I email the Mayor and acting City Manager, I can never get a response. The City had a fatal flaw in its record process exposed, and nobody wishes to discuss it.
12/14/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
Serious Question- how much of our city overall is occupied by swimming pools? I don't expect every backyard oasis to be open accessible to the public, but the Impact of water use and impermeable surface spent on pools would be interesting to consider. I would hate to see more of our city vacant land being used on pools when we have 2 publicly owned pools within walking distance from city hall. Could we create a partnership with Palm Beach county school district to create access to the pool at l
12/14/2021
Unfinished Business
Item A
For
Ekotecture is a great environmental improvement. I would especially like to see an Ekotecture building on M St.It'doable. Altogether, it's a good idea to think about all of the potental plans that Ms Karlin has presented
12/14/2021
Unfinished Business
Item A
For
Jill knows what she is talking about. It is an amazing idea, I mean...to have Lake Worth Beach be the trendsetters and lead us to a much eco-friendlier planet. A world which encompasses the very simple value of survival.
12/14/2021
Unfinished Business
Item A
For
I would like a new pool that will be a unique, welcoming place for bringing all in our community together. I care about keeping the pool, the park, the casino building, and ballroom fully public and not under the control of a developer. I want city residents to control the beach complex for the benefit of all city residents. Please use an RFP and not an ITN to get the pool built. Once it’s built, either the city can operate it or we can contract with a management company. Keep the community B
12/14/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
Serious Question- how much of our city overall is occupied by swimming pools? I don't expect every backyard oasis to be open accessible to the public, but the Impact of water use and impermeable surface spent on pools would be interesting to consider. I would hate to see more of our city vacant land being used on pools when we have 2 publicly owned pools within walking distance from city hall. Could we create a partnership with Palm Beach county school district to create access to the pool at l
12/14/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item B
12/14/2021
Unfinished Business
Item A
For
We are excited to see the pool and casino improvements going forward but do have concerns about the ITN draft presented at the Dec 7th, commission meeting. Using the online PDF on page 22 and 23 under DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS: 1. Building Height: E. Parking structure shall not exceed three (3) levels or thirty-two (32) feet. The height of the highest parking surface shall not exceed the crown of the loop road closest to the seawall. When a parking structure was discussed at a recent commission
12/14/2021
Unfinished Business
Item A
For
Good Morning.I am part of a group that would like to do a presentation to the Town on "Management" of the pool, and on the actual dimensional needs of the pool for optimal function in Lake Worth. This team is composed of Aquatic Professionals that have been involved for years in managing public pools, as well as Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, and Surfing instruction. Several members of the commission have met with myself or other members of my group, such as Maui Goodbar or  Thaddeus Gamory. We belie
12/14/2021
Unfinished Business
Item A
Against
Good Evening Commission, I would like for the commission to consider an ITN with no pool. Reimagine the area where the pool currently sits as a large open area with a splash pad for children, this plan does not require the staffing lifeguards. However, a pool would be better served in areas of our community that are devoid of amenities like the neighborhood near the Unity Wall. The barriers to accessing the pool at the beach are high for these underserved areas, distance and parking fees are ba
12/14/2021
Unfinished Business
Item A
Against
I feel that the city of Lake Worth should not give up its control of the ballroom or pool at the beach. These are 2 places that should belong to the Lake Worth residents and guests and as such the city should not give away the rights to own/manage them. Points to be made: 1 - Keep the community pool firmly as a public gathering space and within public control. 2 - Use an RFP rather than ITN to get the pool we want: a unique, family-friendly, modern and welcoming pool. This would speed up the p
12/7/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
Jill Karlin is a change maker in every positive sense of the term. She is creative, brilliant, insightful and passionate and has real concrete ways to solve some of the toughest problems that our world faces today. Pay close attention. She can put Lake Worth on the map as a City that can walk the walk of being the change that is so desperately needed. Shelly Zacks Co-founder of Delray Beach Children’s Garden
12/7/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
Jill Karlin is a change maker in every positive sense of the term. She is creative, brilliant, insightful and passionate and has real concrete ways to solve some of the toughest problems that our world faces today. Pay close attention. She can put Lake Worth on the map as a City that can walk the walk of being the change that is so desperately needed. Shelly Zacks Co-founder of Delray Beach Children’s Garden
12/7/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
My name is Jomar Suarez Fernandez. I am a physician and diplomat of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. I have known Jill since 2014. My comment is in support of her project. Her sustainable development proposal and communications center would be transformative and innovative. It will bring a lot of positive attention to your locale that will transmit into additional investment opportunities while also benefiting the local community tremendously. Please consider her proposal with hig
12/7/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item B
My name is Vaughn Murphy and I am writing in full support of the Ekotecture proposal to this City of Lake Worth Beach. In so doing, I highly encourage you, its esteemed leaders, to take the time to not only see and understand this vision, but also the positive environmental, social and economic value potential inherent in its adoption. Being a resident of South Florida since 1992, while serving and contributing to the development of our communities as a real estate development and finance profe
12/7/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
I AM A RESIDENT AND BUSINESS OWNER IN LAKE WORTH FOR 7 YEARS. I AM VERY HUMBLED THAT MY DEAR FRIEND JILL KARLIN BUTLER HAS ASKED FOR MY SUPPORT WITH HER PRESEMTATION FOR THIS EVENING. I AM PLEASED TO DO SO. CHANGE IS BORN BY A THOUGHT, AN IDEA OR MANY TIMES CIRCUMSTANCES.THESE IDEAS SHE BRINGS TO US TONIGHT HAVE BEEN MANIFESTING FOR MANY YEARS, TONIGHT THE"IDEAS" ARE BROUGHT TO THE TABLE TO BE THOUGHT UPON, TWEAKED AND HOPEFULLY TO FULL ON FRUITION. THERE ARE MANY THINGS WRONG WITH OUR TOWN AS W
12/7/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item B
Comments as follows: Jill Karlin Butler is a highly intelligent, moral, law-abiding, kind, thoughtful & reliable person. I've known her since I was a youngster since her father was our family physician. Socially I've known Jill for a few years & she's a serious & highly respectable woman from a very fine Boston family. Jill has told me about EKOTECTURE for a few years now, since I first began taking yoga classes with her at the onset of Covid. EKOTECTURE is an amazing concept, one that the wo
12/7/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item N
Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
12/7/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item M
Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
12/7/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item L
Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
12/7/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item K
Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
12/7/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item L
Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
12/7/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item K
Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
12/7/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item J
Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
12/7/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item I
Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
12/7/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item H
Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
12/7/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item H
Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
12/7/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item H
Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
12/7/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item H
Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
12/7/2021
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Item G
Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
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Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
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Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
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Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
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Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
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Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
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I would like to see flowers and animals. Let the pollution be eliminated. My name is Jose, and I am in the fifth grade. Audronnna in Kindergarten would love to see fish and a lazy river. My name is Yessica, and I am in the fifth grade. I heard about the Oceanfront Eko-Park and would love to see it come to life. Also, I love swimming and would love to have a new pool to swim in. My name is Emma Parker, and I am in the third grade. I like the idea of the Oceanfront Sustainable Eko-friendly Pa
12/7/2021
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Sustainability, Integrity and Human Ecology My name is Raymond Kowalski. I am a licensed Real Estate broker and a licensed Construction Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition to being a very proud 1975 Alumnus of The School of Human Ecology at Cornell, I am a lifelong environmentalist. It’s not often I get to applaud another kindred spirit engaged in the monumental task of sustaining planet Earth. Jill is exactly such an advocate. The depth and breadth of her enclosed
12/7/2021
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Regarding Jill Karlin presentation on sustainable development: it’s about time this subject is being discussed on the planning level. New residents seek quality of life and forward-thinking protection against climate disaster. Let’s keep building on Jill’s ideas. If any community can do it, Lake Worth Beach can.
12/7/2021
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Hello Lake Worth Beach residents and other participants in this forum, My name is Nathan Kowalski and I have known Jill for more than five years. From the very first time I spoke to Jill and heard her ideas about Ekotecture I have felt inspired and empowered to do as much as I can in the effort of making the Ekotecture vision a reality. The visions of Lee Porter Butler and Jill Karlin Butler are far ahead of the standard for our time. This is how I can be so sure that the opportunity she presen
12/7/2021
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My name is Miguel. I was a resident of Lake Worth for almost two years in 2017. I was born and raised in Belgium where I am currently at this moment. As 100% European, I confess that living in Lake Worth was both exiting and yet sometimes challenging because I didn’t find United States ready for the ecological transition needed in our today’s world. Here in Europe; we have developed a more green mindset for decades already. I find this project very important for the inhabitants of Lake Worth, be
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Jill's got a bold vision that represents the kind of radical change we'll soon need in our warming world.
12/7/2021
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Good afternoon everyone. My name is Juliet Christie and I would like to say that I have know Jill Karlin Butleŕ for five years. Within those five years, Jill has presented to me her and her late husband's dream of EKOTECTURE. Upon seeing her presentation of the framework of EKOTECTURE, I noted to her that it would be great to have an organic sustainable, comfortable and safe environment in Lake Worth, a place where I also reside. I believe that this city could gain from the economic benefits th
12/7/2021
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My name is Miguel. I was a resident of Lake Worth for almost two years in 2017. I was born and raised in Belgium where I am currently at this moment. As 100% European, I confess that living in Lake Worth was both exiting and yet sometimes challenging because I didn’t find United States ready for the ecological transition needed in our today’s world. Here in Europe; we have developed a more green mindset for decades already. I find this project very important for the inhabitants of Lake Worth, be
12/7/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
I have spent the last 14 years dedicated to see the revitalization of Lake worth. Partnerships with local citizens have made it possible to bring diversity in business to a town that is represented by a diverse population. I think the eco texture projects would be an amazing addition to the sustainability of the area. As a local business owner, woman and person of color, I would love to see this kind of project in the lake worth beach community. Sincerely the Sugar Plum of Sugar Plum and Grumbl
12/7/2021
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My name is Erin Coxon and I am a resident of Lake Worth Beach. I love how our city is such a trail blazing community, full of creativity and unification. I am honored to say that I have known Jill Karlin most of my life and I can assure you that her dedication to sharing Ekotecture and sustainable development is limitless. I think it is an amazing concept and it has the potential to change the world and possibly save our planet eventually. We could be the first on the grid to get off the grid,
12/7/2021
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Jill Karlin has spent the majority of her life dreaming about how things could be in the future. The future is now. Her ideals are what all people in the world want. Listen, learn and Lake Worth will be an example to the world.
12/7/2021
Public Hearing
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For
My name is Anna Heim and while I am a resident of Southend-on- Sea UK, I have had involvement with the City of Lake Worth since 20010 when I visited to represent my city here in the UK and made a presentation to the sister city event which was being hosted at the time to promote a development project I was leading at the time which was designed to benefit by Southend-on-Sea and the City of Lake Worth. It was during the Sister City Conference that I met Ms Karlin-Butler and was introduced to Eko
12/7/2021
Public Hearing
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For
Hello, My name is Mrs Hildah Mulegna. I am the founder of a UK charity "The Mumba Children's Project" which works both in the UK and Zambia, Africa to create better life outcomes for the people of Zambia, in particular those living in Mpongwe. I was introduced to Ms Karlin-Butler by Anna Heim during a presentation event hosted by Anna where Jill was a Key-note speaker on sustainable living and achieving carbon neutrality and was so fascinated by the Ekotecture project and the benefits it has t
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I loved the Idea! I think it would be great for us to think outside the box. As natural disasters are happening more often now, the idea of floating homes, blowed my mind. This ideas are the path to follow towards a safer and healthier world. If we want our kids and grandkids to enjoy the planet we live in, we need to start taking care of us it. Great job Jill! Thank you for leading us to a great future! Daniella Ortiz
12/7/2021
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Dear Lake Worth City commission, My name is Anna Heim and while I am a resident of Southend-on-Sea UK, I have had involvement with the City of Lake Worth since 20010 when I visited to represent my city here in the UK and made a presentation to the sister city event which was being hosted at the time to promote a development project I was leading at the time which was designed to benefit by Southend-on-Sea and the City of Lake Worth. It was during the Sister City Conference that I met Ms Karlin-
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I met Jill years ago at St. Andrews church. After the service she rode her bike and I followed in my car to get a cup of coffee. As we sat in the beautiful park down the street sitting under those magnificent trees getting to know one another, she told me the story how she tied herself to a tree here in Lake Worth to save it from being cut down. What do you say to a stranger after hearing a story like that, besides thinking this lady is weird. (one of the dictionary meanings for weird - "a pe
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The EKOTECTURE presentation before you tonight is the most energy efficient architecture that our company, Alliance BioConversions Company (ABCC), has found in 30+ years of research, development, and demonstration of environmental technologies. EKOTECTURE has also been studied at Harvard which confirmed our assessment, along with the endorsement of satisfied customers. Even the utilities will benefit with reliable clean energy that costs them less to buy. That is what building-integrated energy
12/7/2021
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Frisner Jean-Pierre, Jr. General Engineer for the United States Air Force, I believe enacting more sustainable policies, practices, and building more weather resistant structures in the City of Lake Worth Beach would be a beneficial move in the right direction. EKotecture presents an amazing opportunity to achieve all these goals. With the advent of more extreme weather and sea level rise, now is the time to act. It is cheaper to build a weather resistant, sustainable building in the present r
12/7/2021
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Albert Einstein once said, “Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.” Let’s all keep open minds while examining Jill Karlin’s sustainability proposal. Some of her ideas might seem radical and revolutionary to conservative capitalists who are hellbent in their determination to keep putting profits as the ultimate goal, and the safety and common good of people as secondary afterthoughts. As for the expense, we could easily slash the absurd and bloated USA Annua
12/7/2021
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Albert Einstein once said, “Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.” Let’s all keep open minds while examining Jill Karlin’s sustainability proposal. Some of her ideas might seem radical and revolutionary to conservative capitalists who are hellbent in their determination to keep putting profits as the ultimate goal, and the safety and common good of people as secondary afterthoughts. As for the expense, we could easily slash the absurd and bloated USA Annua
12/7/2021
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Albert Einstein once said, “Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.” Let’s all keep open minds while examining Jill Karlin’s sustainability proposal. Some of her ideas might seem radical and revolutionary to conservative capitalists who are hellbent in their determination to keep putting profits as the ultimate goal, and the safety and common good of people as secondary afterthoughts. As for the expense, we could easily slash the absurd and bloated USA Annua
12/7/2021
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Good evening, Madam Mayor and commissioners: I'm Ted Brownstein, 1016 S. Lakeside Drive. It is good to see the City taking a long view of the well-being and development that looks to create a sustainable future to benefit all, the City and its residents. Specifically, this includes reducing our carbon footprint through community solar, roof top solar, fostering more energy efficient construction as well as creating better infrastructure for electric automobiles. How we achieve those goals will,
12/7/2021
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I am firm supporter of Jill Karlin Butler EKOTECTURE’s solution for healthy buildings to promote healthy lives. Occupants of eco-friendly buildings typically experience better overall health due to improved air and water quality. And the benefits of being around sustainable, natural materials have shown to increase feelings of wellbeing.
12/7/2021
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Comments on Ekotecture for Lake Worth Beach City Council Meeting to be held on December 7, 2021 Things we take for granted today were once a bold vision of some forward-thinking inventor. Take for example, flying. The Wright Brothers were so fascinated with flight, they made it their life’s goal to build a flying machine. And, of course, the rest is history. Such has been the vision & passion of Lee Porter Butler and Jill Karlin; to build environmentally sustainable residential and commercial s
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I had the privilege to delve into the principles of Ekotecture several years ago. I was so impressed by the features of sustainability that it offered. Self-contained in in its use of water, energy, production of food and disposal of waste. This is what is needed at this time in order to bring more balance to the earth. Climate change may have devastating effects in South Florida and Ekotecture offers a safety net and peace of mind in case the sea levels do substantially rise. What an oppor
12/7/2021
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I love this idea! The South L and M street ekotechture project with permaculture garden, solar/electrical generator, and rain water purification systems will help our residents keep Lake Worth beautiful and sustainable. The concept of floating homes on ballasts, originally conceived by Frank Lloyd Wright, were designed with survival in mind...survival through hurricanes, floods and tsunamis. It's about time our community prepare for these events with construction that can withstand the challenge
12/7/2021
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I live in Lake Worth. I love the beach! I love this plan for cool transportation to beach...not cars.... I love the lazy river. I love the skateboard park. I love the Tiki Boats going back and forth across the intracoastal. I'm a fitness instructor, and anything to encourage people to get out and enjoy the outdoors like this welcoming park I am all for. I love the dolphin pool. I actually like this the best. I even like the educational gardens sprinkled throughout the park. This is so ima
12/7/2021
Public Hearing
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For
As a Florida resident I was so excited to see the power point presentation by EKOTECTURE. I am a native from Germany and made the USA my home in 1986. It is wonderful to see that visionary citizens have the foresight to contribute to solution to the climate change that affects us all. I love Lake Worth and spend a lot of time there. What's so appealing is Lake Worth is charming and has a lot of flair and the EKOTTECTURE project would ensure that Lake Worth keeps its charm of a small city. As o
12/7/2021
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Dear Esteemed Commission and Mayor of Lake Worth Beach, Florida, I worked for the United Nations for years in New York. I am a writer. I have lived all over the world and keep an apartment in New York. I met Jill Karlin Butler in Tarapoto, Peru, where I lived part time and where she was working with some government and non government agencies, educating them about sustainable development via EKOTECTURE, the work of her late husband. We are very inspired by these plans. We hope sincerel
12/7/2021
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NOW is the time, LWB is the place, listen, act and move forward into the 21st century in co-existence with planet Earth towards a brighter, greener future. Be the change that is needed!
12/7/2021
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I have been a proponent of Ekotecture for many years and as a Lake Worth Beach resident, encourage the current leadership to investigate what this lifestyle and building methodology can do to improve our community. We are at a watershed moment and with funds coming available from Build Back Better, we can be leaders in the regenerative and resiliency space. Building homes smarter and with systems to lower energy cost, improve survivability from storms and properly integrate with nature are cr
12/7/2021
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I'm grateful for Jill Karlin-Butler's passion for building sustainably. I would like to see her vision to have Lake Worth become a model on how to leverage Ekotecture come to fruition and someday be utilized by the towns and cities around the world! Thank you for considering Jill's visionary proposal!
12/7/2021
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I'm in favour of changing public policy to enact sustainable building practices in Lake Worth Beach
12/7/2021
Public Hearing
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For
i’ve been a fan of Ekotecture for about 10 years now. I have followed Jill‘s work in Peru and around the world. I used to live in Lake Worth. I now live in Mexico. Lake Worth would be well advised to adopt Jill‘s program for Sustainability. If we could do what she suggests for you in my little village in Mexico it would be great. I hope that you will adopt these ideas so that the world can follow your example. We would be in a far better position to address climate change utilizing the principle
12/7/2021
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We can start building sustainably, living sustainably, and being wayshowers for the globe to do the same! It is necessary to change public policy to enact sustainable practices for our future, for our children’s future, for the health of our planet and all that lives here. Ekotecture offers a way of living for any lifestyle and I implore you to give these innovative ideas an opportunity to thrive in your community.
11/30/2021
Unfinished Business
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For
I think the "Community Solar" proposal is a wonderful and important option for our community! In this day and age as we are now in a climate CRISIS, every opportunity to move away from fossil fuels should be implemented! Thank you!
11/30/2021
Unfinished Business
Item B
Against
I'm very concerned about rate increases in the current economic climate. Many residents and small businesses are struggling to pay current bills as it is. Perhaps the needed additional revenue could come from big business? From those who can afford more? We helped elect you to this commission because we believe you to have more empathy for our struggling neighbors, and I hope that will play a major role in your decision on this and other matters. Thank you.
11/30/2021
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Comment for Community Solar Resolution 75-2021 Good evening Honorable Mayor Resch and City Commissioners. I am in support of In Community Solar. At your last meeting when this was discussed I did not make comment, but after hearing the broad range of residents speaking out in support from College Park to 12th Ave South I was inspired to join in voicing support. Our publicly owned utility is an incredible asset and it is to our cities best interest that we maximize the benefits of being commu
11/30/2021
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Our electric rates are a constant source of frustration for many residents. Being part of the process can help residents feel less out of control and actively contribute to a clean energy program. City residents and business owners can have equal access to community solar and can share in the cost of an off-site solar farm that feeds electricity into the main grid. At least 40 states plus DC have one community solar project implemented and Orlando is already expanding their current system. See
11/30/2021
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“Please pass Resolution 75-2021 in support of In Community Solar.” We need to set an example as a town that naturally supports using our natural solar (free) energy to better serve our community and a sustainable environment. Its a first step in the right direction. Susan Ona 826 N Palmway Lake Worth Beach, Fl.
11/30/2021
Unfinished Business
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Taking action now on "Resolution 75-2021 supporting In Community Solar" provides a steadfast and discerning path for Lake worth Beach to lead in green technology and rebrand it's local utility. Shifting the perspective of our city from outdated to innovative. Thank you for your support on this!
11/30/2021
Unfinished Business
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Please pass Resolution 75-2021 in support of In Community Solar. Let's explore all options for residents and businesses to use solar. We can give those cannot put panels on their roofs an option for solar. Lake Worth Beach Utility is exploring energy conservation and efficiency, we can do more. Small cities like ours can and should lead the way in addressing climate change. Let's add in community solar now and continue to innovate. Thank you.
11/30/2021
Unfinished Business
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I ask that the Commission vote yes on Resolution 75 (In Community Solar) - Lake Worth should be leading in this area!
11/30/2021
Unfinished Business
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(Comment for Tuesday, November 30, 2021, Electric Utility City Commission Meeting) Unfinished Business – A Resolution 75-2021 I’m in favor of establishing a Community Solar Program. By issuing a Request For Information the City could find the best way to develop its own solar program. Our residents, including tenants without rooftop panels, should have the option to source their electricity from solar. This would be a 21st century solution that would help address climate change, with the a
11/30/2021
Unfinished Business
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Against
Dear Madame Mayor Bresch and Distinguished Commissioners, I am writing to voice my opposition to the proposed "new Electric Utility Rates and Charges to be effective on either January 1, 2022 or April 1, 2022." I think that a rate increase at a time when we all continue to be faced with a pandemic and new covid variants, it is simply irresponsible and unfair to think of any rate increases. Many residents in our city continue to be affected by the pandemic- whether it is their health or their fi
11/30/2021
Public Hearing
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For
I am in favor of in-community solar. In addition I would like: 1) a report on the city website showing production from the city's existing solar farm. 2) LWB Utilities to bill via email to save money on monthly billing & stop wasting paper before they get a rate increase 3) to consider splitting out billing for electricity from water & sewer. Many residents complain about the total bill, comparing it to bills from FPL covering only electricity.
11/30/2021
Unfinished Business
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Dear Madame Mayor Bresch and distinguished commissioners, As a lake worth beach resident and home owner with solar panels, I am very pleased to see this resolution in support of a community solar program in our city. I would love to see a exclusive purchase solar deal that is exclusive to our city and does not rely on purchase agreements from other areas in Florida. We should seek Request for Information from vendors to tell us what are the best options for our city. Finally, I think its impera
11/30/2021
Unfinished Business
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I'm asking the members of this commission to please vote in favor of Resolution 75-2021 in support of In Community Solar. Addressing the climate crisis with creative measures from the municipal level is important and necessary. Measures such as this one which will broaden access to solar power, allowing renters to opt for solar, for example, will reduce our city's carbon footprint and serve as an example to other cities about what kinds of practical steps can be taken to shift away from non rene
11/30/2021
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Dear Mayor Resch and Commissioners, Please pass Resolution 75-2021 in support of Community Solar. I appreciate the purchase agreements from central Florida solar, but really want to see community solar here in Lake Worth Beach, perhaps at our former landfill. I would like our electric utility to win awards for innovation, attracting talent and businesses to Lake Worth Beach. We must lead in addressing climate change. The time to act is now!
11/30/2021
Unfinished Business
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Resolution 75-2021: I fully support the city tasking the Electric Utility Department to move forward with the process of establishing an In Community Solar Program. We are becoming acutely aware of climate change and its' impact on our dwindling resources to produce electricity. In Florida we have the luxury of having great access to the sun and the energy it can provide for us. I think the time has come for us to take a serious look at how we generate electricity and what options are availa
11/30/2021
Unfinished Business
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I support Resolution 75-2021 in support of an in community Solar Program. I do appreciate all that LWB has done to promote solar but we need to do more.
11/30/2021
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I am in favor of Resolution 75-2021, supporting Community Solar as well as continuing to have rooftop systems. Our city is the perfect size and make-up to maximize on our electric utility. This could be an important first step toward learning (through RFI) what the best options are for our city. Please listen to those warning about the climate crisis and take action. Enough “Blah, blah, blah” as Greta Thunberg said.
11/30/2021
Unfinished Business
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From: Dr. Scott Rice, 15 South Golfview Road, Unit 503, LWB FL (33460) Distinguished LWB City Commissioners and Honorable Madam Mayor, I fully support Resolution 75-2021 (Supporting In-Community Solar). Solar power is clearly a superior, eco-friendly energy resource that offers many potential advantages, including increased effectiveness, improved efficiencies, and cost savings when compared to current energy-generating methods utilized by LWB Utilities. Passing Resolution 75-2021 is a conse
11/30/2021
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In regards to “Resolution 75-2021 supporting In Community Solar”: This issue is very important. We must begin relying on renewable energy sources.
11/30/2021
Unfinished Business
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The city needs to designate an employee to review and track the new infrastructure bills signed by the president. This person should be responsible for applying for grants to help fund our city's: 1. Climate change mitigation 2. Plug-in Vehicle Charging Stations 3. Electrification of the city's fleet 4. Improve power systems and renewable energy.
11/30/2021
Unfinished Business
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I am very much in support of . Resolution No. 75-2021 Community solar power. It makes a lot of sense. Let’s do it!
11/30/2021
Unfinished Business
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By having our own utility company Lake Worth has a unique opportunity to act independently to develop a robust residential and commercial solar program. We should harness all ideas, pilot programs, grants and other initiatives to foster a successful solar program that could be an example to other communities. Yes, let's pass Resolution 75-2021 now.
11/30/2021
Unfinished Business
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Please provide detailed information on any impact that Community Solar or LWB Utilities changes may/will have for LWB property owners wanting to install solar electric panels on their property.
11/30/2021
New Business
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For
i have talked to 10 x new homeowners. and they all want solar panels installed in their homes. It is time for this city to approve a program that is pro solar panel
11/30/2021
Unfinished Business
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For
I am a great proponent for community solar, and support Commissioner McVoy's proposal fully.
11/16/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item K
No, I really don't want DOKA coming to Lake worth beach. They cause so much noise, debris and construction soot floating in the air. They are not environmentally mess. its a hot mess over in pompano beach and its really concerning.
11/8/2021
Work Session
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From what I’ve read and heard, the pool project seems to have all the information, studies, and money in the budget to move ahead. It looks like it’s time to proceed with a new pool for Lake Worth Beach. There will be many people from many walks of life who need and want it. Just do it! THANK YOU
11/8/2021
Work Session
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The Pool is a fantastic resource and is critical to attracting new residents. I have a number of potential buyers that have asked whether Lake Worth Beach has a dedicated pool for residents. It definitely an excellent community resource. s/ Kurt Hyde and Evelio Rubiella; 1101 North Lakeside Drive
11/8/2021
Work Session
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I am speaking in support of a municipal swimming pool re-opening in the city of Lake Worth Beach. A swimming pool can be an integral component of community recreation and engagement and, done properly, can bring value to local residents in a myriad of ways. Many of us learned to swim in municipal pools; for me it was in New York City, a respite from scorching hot summer days. My family and I went to beaches in the surrounding areas but, if I hadn’t experienced safe and supervised early swimming
11/8/2021
Work Session
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I am speaking in support of a municipal swimming pool re-opening in the city of Lake Worth Beach. A swimming pool can be an integral component of community recreation and engagement and, done properly, can bring value to local residents in a myriad of ways. Many of us learned to swim in municipal pools; for me it was in New York City, a respite from scorching hot summer days. My family and I went to beaches in the surrounding areas but, if I hadn’t experienced safe and supervised early swimming
11/8/2021
Work Session
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For
William Munro, 1430 N Lakeside Drive, LWB The pool proposal to renovate with modernized features such as shaded areas, a Tikki hut, splash pad and more would obviously be a boon to the City in that it would create an enhanced living environment for public use as well as a financially beneficial location for receptions of all sorts.
11/8/2021
Work Session
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For
Honorable Mayor and Commissioners. Title this comment “Lake Worth Beach and Pool in two minutes by Wes Blackman” Before 1913, there existed only a narrow ribbon of land which made up the barrier island directly east of the mainland where a city would emerge and develop over the 20th century. In 1920, city leaders made a decision to create a destination at the eastern terminus of the main road and the bridge across the Lake Worth Lagoon or Intracoastal Waterway. This destination took the form of
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
I am writing in support of the Lord's Place Burkle Place 3 project, which will provide a needed place for women to call home. The women living there are working towards their independence and have already graduated from the Lord's Place's other programs. I ask that you approve The Burkle Place 3, an important addition to our community as it further provides assistance to those who need it most. Thank you.
11/2/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
I would like to express my concerns about the proposed boat lift at spillway park. As one of the more quiet and peaceful parks in the city this project will most certainly disrupt that unique quality. Moreover, the project will take a good chunk out of the park, reducing green space. This project would also negatively impact the manatee habitat with the added boat traffic, and looking at the proposal it will drastically reduce the living shoreline and mangrove habitat as well. From a financial s
11/2/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item B
11/2/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
Thank you for reading and recording my comments on Resolution 78-2021 Proposed Boat lift for Spillway Park. I am opposed to adding a boat lift at the park for multiple reasons including but not limited to: Safety - who will operate the lift and insure the safety of the people on the lift as well as the safety of the residents who live along the canal? Policing - Who will handle the people who may get backed up waiting for the lift, or broken down, or not fit to operate a boat after drinking too
11/2/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
I oppose this project. Lake Worth Beach cannot afford this project in any respect. It will cost $10-12 Million to build and millions to maintain. Grants, if any, will run out. The environmental impact of an unsightly 3-story crane/lift station grinding for 10-12 hours a day burning gasoline while leaching fuel and hydraulic fluid into the Spillway and ground water is alarming. The wildlife are in for a big change with the noise, added boaters and inevitable pollution which will result. The safet
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
The Department of Women's Services at The Lord's Place is committed to the wellbeing and uplifting of homeless women in our community. The programming designed with the Burckle Place residences is client centered, trauma informed, racially equitable, and steeped in best practices. Burckle Place III brings together all of the strength and support that our Women's Services has developed over the years and the beauty and wisdom of an inter-generational model. Providing connections to financial lite
11/2/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
Good evening Mayor and Commissioners, I'm writing in opposition to the construction of a boatlift in the C-51 Canal. This project would disrupt the peace and quiet of Spillway Park, as well as crucial mangrove and manatee habitats. At the same time, the project will create liabilities for the City while providing no real gains to our citizens. Please oppose this project.
11/2/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
Please DO NOT ALLOW continued destruction of our SPILLWAY PARK with the agenda for building a BOAT LIFT! Enough damage to the greatest Snook fisheries and spillway has already been done with the DOCKS REMOVAL years ago and focus should be on continuing the great legacy of the FLORIDA SNOOK AND ITS GENERATIONS OF ANGLERS by keeping it peecfull and precious to our LOCAL FAMILIES IN LAKE WORTH BEACH!!! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE, JOSEPH BROOKS DUVAL!!
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
Against
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
Against
Cheryl Rashkin, President, South Palm Park Neighborhood Association 1302 South Palmway Good evening Madam Mayor and City Commissioners. Regarding Ordinance 2021-16 - Burkle Place III, South Palm Park Neighborhood Association (SPPNA) is still against this project going forward due to once again South Federal Highway being used not as family friendly residences. The program that will be there is no doubt of great benefit to the persons that will be living there to assimilate them back into socie
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
Good evening Commissioners and residents, I would like to start with a favorite quote of mine, “Not everything that is faced can be changed; but nothing can be changed until it is faced.” …..James Baldwin. Homelessness is a real situation all around us, we can either continue to look the other way or start to make a change. The Lord’s Place has been a social impact non-profit organization in Palm Beach County for more than 40 years, by changing the lives of families and individuals experiencin
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
Lake Worth Beach City Commissioners and residents, I have followed the Burckle Place 3 project since the beginning and I am in full support. All items addressed have been fixed. All the homeless women that will reside at Burckle Place 3 will go through a strict screening process. Let's say yes to Burckle Place 3!!
11/2/2021
New Business
Item F
For
It's time the members of the commission stop hiding behind workshops, charrettes, and endless requests for public comment, and present their own thoughts and plans for revitalizing our oceanfront park complex using their own words and ideas, and not just a regurgitation of staff comments. We have members of the business community on the beach just waiting for this commission to make a decision that will result in any hint of forward motion. The previous commission was vilified for their delay
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
Please consider and vote in favor of the applicant. The Lord's Place, a non-profit, came to the community in good faith almost a year and a half ago with a presentation to the Neighborhood Association Presidents' Council about their proposed project on South Federal Highway before even submitting to planning and zoning, where they were given feedback from the various affected neighborhoods. Since then, they have been dragged through multiple design-by-committee sessions by the board, wasting t
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
Good Evening Mayor Resch and City Commissioners, I am submitting comment to support Burkle Place 3. The Lods Place is an outstanding organization that serves as a lifeline to women and families in our community. We are fortunate to have them providing critical public health and housing services to our community. This project has addressed all the concerns that were brought forward by neighbors and the Planning Board. We are in the midst of an affordable housing crisis. No one should have to li
11/2/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item B
Hello, My name is Shanna Lillis, and I am a resident of South Palm Park, at 1027 South Palmway. I'm writing to express my support of the Burckle Place 3 project proposal. The Lord's Place is an empowering and supportive organization that provides evidence-based opportunities for women who need alternative options that will support them in a successful transition to long-term housing and life-long stability. I believe residential programs like this are necessary in our community to support wo
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
I am in full support of The Lord’s Place Burckle Place 3. It will provide housing for over 20 women who could otherwise could be living on the streets, including our own streets. These women will each be screened and have to meet certain criteria to be placed at Burckle Place 3. The Lord's Place team has been trying to do this for the last two years. Each time another issue arises, whether it be the height of the building, the size of the units, the parking spaces moved and amount changed,
11/2/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
I have been birding in Spillway Park once or twice a week for the last couple of years since I discovered the family of seven Spot-breasted Orioles living in the shrubs along the canal shoreline. Over that time 94 species of different birds have been reported by 30 fellow birders to the International Birding Site called EBIRD. It has gained a reputation of a “Gem of a Neighborhood Park” by birders and the many Lake Worth Beach residents who use it all day long to play with their dogs, picnic or
11/2/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
In March 2015 my wife requested the City create an advisory Board regarding the C-51 Spillway Park "Blueway Trail." After 1 1/2 years of resistance the C-51 Canal Advisory Committee was established. She was appointed to the Board. The Board met a few times and she attended numerous county meetings on the topic. Aside from the extremely dangerous nature of the project coupled with the negative environmental impacts, the financial aspects are prohibitive. There are many obstacles and valid reasons
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
Good evening everyone, My name is Sue Stevens Welch, I live at 1331 N Palmway. My Godfather found it difficult to get public support to address homelessness in Palm Beach County. When I was 4 years old, in a dramatic and effective effort, he slept in a Dumpster for 30 days in front of the County Administrative Building in West Palm Beach to raise awareness and funds to open the first Lord's Place Shelter. I have been disgusted by the zoning "concerns" and witnessed the hoops the Burckle Place d
11/2/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Selection of a new CRA member is a critical issue for the residents of Lake Worth who supported and elected the present dais. Therefore, all CRA nominations should be put on hold until the nomination process can be revised. Above all, the homeowners should be allowed to give their input on a new appointee, which should be a homeowner and one who is impacted by new development in the City.
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
Against
The City established guidelines for the development of Federal Highway to include new developments be two stories and moved to the front of the property and placing vehicle parking behind the buildings. This has worked well and Federal is starting to look like it has a long range plan. That is until now. The proposed development thumbs its nose at our established guidelines, first proposing something akin to the old fifties style motel with all parking in front of a single story structure. Our
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
Abandoning the 9th Ave. South right-of-way eliminates any chance of public parking for a block in all directions since there is no on-street parking on Federal Highway. This requires any visitors to any of the residences or businesses to park a block away on 8th Ave, South or 10th Ave. South. It also cuts off emergency egress and regress for residents on several parcels between 8th and 9th Avenues. Usually if the city gives away valuable property, it should get something valuable in return. Thi
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
I'm writing to ask you to support the Burckle Place 3 project in Lake Worth. Efforts to mitigate homelessness are crucial to allowing our residents, businesses, and city to thrive. The Lord's Place has an exceptional reputation and does the work that so few others are willing to do. Please support this invaluable resource for our city. Thank you.
11/2/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
Calling this an "improvement" to the Blue Way Trail is a terrible description. It would be exactly the opposite. It is a giant boat lift that can only lift a very small boat and at the expense of a massive chunk of our beautiful and perfect as-is Spillway Park. It also forces those in kayaks and canoes to actually carry their boats much further, ruins the existing access to the Snook fishing and takes away a huge chunk of the nicest green space in Lake Worth.... Why? So a few people living on
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
I live in South Palm Park and I support the Burckle Place III project: supervised, phased, housing for women transitioning back to independent living. The residents will be women only, no children, and half will be over 55 years-old, which will enhance stability. Those of us living south of 6th Avenue South are familiar with the domestic dramas that often play-out in the parking lots of the budget motels along Federal. The Lord’s Place will be paying much needed property taxes to the City of L
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
Against
11/2/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item B
As a volunteer of Burkle Place on J Street, I have personally seen the positive changes made in many women’s lives. I fully support the expansion. It is crucial to be able to accommodate the growing needs for safe housing for woman in the area. It feel it will be a positive asset to the community.
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
Hello, While I support the efforts of The Lord's Place with their Buckle Project 111, I am at a loss to understand why this development cannot be built within the confines of the allocated lot. The plans have been rejected more than once by Planning and Zoning and yet it continues to move forward. I was totally onboard with this project in the beginning, but now I am not a supporter of having to abandon a city avenue in order for this project to become a reality. In the previous commission m
11/2/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Hello, While I appreciate Ms. Shannon Materio's desire to re-join the CRA, I find it difficult to support her application. She clearly shows in the information submitted, that her time and efforts have been devoted to West Palm Beach and not to Lake Worth. Even though her business, McMow Art Glass on Dixie Highway, has been here for some time, that location has been on the market for a few years now. I'm not clear if it's just the building or the business also, but such actions don't indicat
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
Hello, My name is Joey Nieves and i am a Lake worth resident. I live at Village of Lakeworth at 2nd ave and Congress. I am all for the Burckle place three, this would only strengthen the community as a whole. To know that the most vulnerable in the community are getting the help that they need would be a beautiful thing. I vote yes to help the woman in our communities that most need it.
11/2/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item B
As a volunteer of Burkle Place on J Street, I have personally seen the positive changes made in many women’s lives. I fully support the expansion. It is crucial to be able to accommodate the growing needs for safe housing for woman in the area. It feel it will be a positive asset to the community.
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
People forget, or perhaps are unaware, that often what contributes to the conditions of homelessness is a breakdown of family, mental and health care services and support for our most vulnerable populations: the disabled, our veterans, the abused, the discarded. People forget that the women who find themselves homeless are oftentimes daughters, sisters, mothers, grandmothers, and aunts who, through hard times or misfortune, are unable to make ends meet, unable to provide for themselves and find
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
Thank you for the opportunity to share. I have had the honor and privilege of working with Burckle and Halle Place for many years. I have hosted service-learning projects with my nursing students by providing educational topics and health fairs to the residents. I also conducted my doctoral studies of an in-depth program evaluation to improve the program outcomes, administration and staffing, treatment planning, program development, and prevent recidivism at Burckle Place. Homeless and post-inca
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
Dear Commissioners, Allegany Franciscan Ministries is pleased to provide a letter of support to The Lord’s Place (TLP) Burckle Place 3 Residence which will provide a home and services to twenty-one women. Burckle Place 3 will represent an intergenerational model of housing with over half of the women being 50+. As you may be aware, TLP is uniquely positioned to ensure the success of these women thriving in the Lake Worth Beach community. Additionally, TLP has been a good neighbor with Burckle Pl
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
I urge you to approve The Lord’s Place Burckle Place 3 Project. As I hope you all are aware, for many years The Lord’s Place’s Burckle Place Campus in The City of Lake Worth Beach has been providing housing and support programs to help single women rebuild their lives and escape homelessness. Homelessness is one of the greatest challenges facing our country today, and single women of all ages are among the most under-served segment of the homeless. Burckle Place 3 will enable The Lord’s Plac
11/2/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
As a Lake Worth resident, I welcome The Lord’s Place third Burckle Place Campus. They have campuses all over the county and their work is like no other. The Burckle Place III would be able to house formally homeless women that go through a rigorous application process. While housed they are going to classes and some even start job training programs. All items that were opposed have been fixed by The Lord’s Place and this would be a great addition to our city!
10/26/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Utilities are very expensive Please don’t raise this expense It is something we need, not a luxury Thank you very much
10/26/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
I support accepting green energy proposals.
10/26/2021
New Business
Item C
For
We need a energy conservation program
10/26/2021
New Business
Item C
For
We need a energy conservation program
10/26/2021
New Business
Item A
For
no comments
10/26/2021
New Business
Item B
For
Distinguished Commissioners and Honorable Mayor of LWB, I, Philip Scott Rice, 15 South Golfview Road Unit 503 LWB FL fully support the resolutions for development of Community Solar (Resolution 75-2021) and Energy Conservation/Efficiency (Resolution 76-2021) and oppose the resolution asking to raise residential and lower commercial electric rates (Resolution 74-2021). Thank you for your attention to these matters and for your service, Dr.Scott Rice
10/26/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
Dear Mayor and Commissioners: Please vote no on this resolution to raise electric rates for residential properties. The back-up material is very confusing with no comparison of current and proposed rates that I can see. The city has a reputation of high utility rates now and this would not help the public's perception. Thank you for caring about our residents.
10/26/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
Resolution No. 74-2021 I oppose this proposal to raise utility rates for residential customers.
10/26/2021
New Business
Item B
For
I support the adoption Resolution No. 75-2021 by the City Commission. I favor our City utility incorporating a Community Solar program into its business model. The price of photovoltaic systems including battery storage have dropped measurably in recent years.
10/26/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
I understand raising the electric rate for the betterment of the city but to lower the commercial rate while raising residential is insane! I voted for everyone of you to put the people first not businesses. Seems like some people running the city of a personal agenda. I have no problem paying the increase and their rate stays the same.
10/26/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
When I tell peers who live in different towns that I paid $152 last month for electric in my 650 square foot house their mouths drop open. I can only run my AC from 5pm-7am because if I run it more, my bill is easily over $200. Again… for a 650 square foot house. No extra lights or electronic systems. We have the very basics. If prices rise it will be another reason why my husband and I, who both work full time jobs, won’t be able to afford to live in Lake Worth anymore.
10/26/2021
New Business
Item C
For
I am a member of the Electric Utilities Board, and I ask that the commission support resolution 76-2021 to create an energy conservation and efficiency program. This program could help lower residents' electric bills and reduce the emission of the greenhouse gases which cause and aggravate climate change. David Simms 715 North L. Street
10/26/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
I think it's a terrible idea to lower commercial electric rates while raising residential rates in Lake Worth. Many Lake Worth residents already wrongly perceive that their utilities are much higher than FPL rates. This is a widespread perception. Since fpl is raising rates 6% this year, a better approach would be to highlight the difference on people's paper bill for what they would be paying for fpl each month, and then gradually raise the rates as necessary over a period of time. Springing th
10/26/2021
New Business
Item B
For
I am a member of the Electric Utilities Board, and I urge the commission to support resolution 75-2021 and adopt an in community solar program. Climate change is a serious problem and will have a devastating impact on coastal communities like ours. While a worldwide effort is needed to address climate change residents of Lake Worth Beach should have an opportunity to do their part if they wish. David Simms 715 North L. Street
10/26/2021
New Business
Item C
For
To become relevant we must consider a variety of options that a seaside community in the age of climate upheavals must consider....not only solar. We must consider building sustainably and only allow sustainable practices in our small seaside city. We must investigate all alternatives as we move into the new paradigm for safety and comfort of all our citizens, and then enact the most prudent ones. It is the only responsible thing to do.
10/26/2021
New Business
Item B
For
Resolution No. 75-2021 -- establishing an In Community Solar Program I am in full support of this, As I would hope all of you are. I would like to see the possibility of this adding on to our existing solar field. Thank You Craig Frost
10/26/2021
New Business
Item B
For
The importance of Lake Worth Beach moving towards carbon neutrality can not be emphasized enough. Our gem...owning our own utility should enable our city to become a model for zero carbon footprint in future. The solar initiative is a step in that direction. POST HASTE
10/26/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
I am actually in favor of rate Increase predicated on Items B and C passing. If Items B&C are ignored I am against a rate increase.
10/26/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Utilities are very expensive Please don’t raise this expense It is something we need, not a luxury Thank you very much
10/26/2021
New Business
Item C
For
Dear Mayor and Commissioners: Please approve this Resolution to support and request the Electric Utility Advisory Board develop an Energy Conservation/Energy Efficiency Program to aid our residents in making their homes and businesses more energy efficient. I have heard of too many residents with very high electric bills who do not understand how to lower them. Lake Worth Beach has a reputation for high utility bills and this program could help to correct that reputation.
10/26/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Raising utility rates for residential customers is understandable as rates change. However, making residents carry this burden while lowering the rates for commercial entities is a really poor idea and sends bad message to the community. Please vote no on this plan.
10/26/2021
New Business
Item B
For
This is a step in the right direction for LWB.
10/26/2021
New Business
Item B
For
Dear Mayor and Commissioners: I am in support of this Resolution to direct the Electric Utility Department to administer a "Request for Proposals" for information on a Community Solar Program for our city. I feel this proposal could benefit many residents who can not afford their own solar panels on their roof but who would buy into a Community Solar Program.
10/26/2021
New Business
Item C
For
William Munro, 1430 N Lakeside Drive, LWB, 33460 Let's review and support incentives for energy conservation before raising utility rates so that we have proper statistics at hand for informed opinions and decisions on increases!
10/26/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
Canvassing for votes this past election the single most important topic in Lake Worth Beach was the Electric Utility. Voters believe rightly that electric rates are too high and are seeking relief. Yet now there is a resolution before the Commission to raise rates in the near future while commercial rates are proposed to decrease. This voter is not in favor of an electric rate increase and believes strongly that, in the very least, the Commission needs additional time to consider other option
10/26/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
William Munro, 1430 N Lakeside Drive, LWB, 33460 Isn't this putting the cart before the horse? Let's investigate, review and support Community solar and incentives for energy conservation before raising utility rates so that we have proper statistics at hand for informed opinions and decisions on increase!
10/26/2021
New Business
Item B
Against
William Munro, 1430 N Lakeside Drive, LWB Yes on B Let's review and support Community solar before raising utility rates so that we have the proper statistics at hand for informed opinions and decisions on increases!
10/26/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Do not raise the electricity rate , all of us going through struggle at this moment, never forget people lost their love ones during the pandemic which cause them going through a lot emotion and cause them to loose some work time , people lost their job and people got new job where they getting lower pay rate , not everyone has a great job at this moment , if you can take your time to listen to everyone living in lake worth. People speech matter not money ,if you raise the electric rate lake wor
10/26/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
I understand raising the electric rate for the betterment of the city but to lower the commercial rate while raising residential is insane! I voted for everyone of you to put the people first not businesses. Seems like some people running the city of a personal agenda. I have no problem paying the increase and their rate stays the same.
10/26/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
Good afternoon Madame Mayor and Commissioners, I read with great concern the proposed residential electric rate raise in our city. I am reaching out to you today asking that you oppose Resolution 74-2021. When I first bought my home, I remember people telling me I was crazy for moving to Lake Worth Beach from the WPB South end knowing how expensive their electric rates were in our city. And correct were the critics when I saw my electric bill for the first time despite the fact that my home wa
10/26/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
I am against this Resolution at the present time for a couple of reasons. I think it is important that the people have more opportunity to understand what this resolution means. It would be helpful if a comparison table with current rates and proposed rates for both residential and commercial properties was available. The average person wants to know examples of how the proposed rate increase affects him or her. The lengthy resolution could be rewritten to be more concise for clarity. Another th
10/26/2021
New Business
Item C
For
This resolution is important because it enables us to have low or no cost ways to increase our energy efficiency. Energy conservation and efficiency is an essential part of creating options for the future. As we start to move forward, conservation and efficiency need to be built in to existing energy sources as well as the alternatives that are being considered. This resolution makes that happen. Thank you, Cheryl Leventhal
10/26/2021
New Business
Item B
For
I urge support for resolutions 75-2021 and 76-2021 to establish a Community Solar Program and the development of an energy efficiency Program for Lake Worth Beach. Chris McVoy has done an outstanding job of laying out, in his 2 Executive Briefs, the scope of his resolutions and why we urgently need to go full on in support of turning Lake Worth Beach Utilities green. We are very lucky to have our own energy plant enabling us to have the power to affect Climate Change in our own city. By approvin
10/26/2021
New Business
Item B
For
I feel strongly that Resolution 75-2021 should pass. Solar power with rooftop and community solar combined gives the people of Lake Worth an opportunity to move forward. We know how important it is to not only acknowledge this climate emergency but to do something about it in our own community. We own our electric utility and have an opportunity to take action in a direct way. Increasing our energy options can only result in benefits to our residents, businesses and the environment. Resolution 7
10/26/2021
New Business
Item B
For
At this critical points for our planet, we know all the environmental dangers that we face if we do not make makit changes in our use of sustainable energy and protecting the balance of nature, it would be FOOLISH and UN FOGIVABLE at this time for our city to NOT promote solar energy potential and use our unique location to harness the natural and endless sunpower we possess to make LWB Green & Clean. Please vote in favor of Resolutions 75-2021 and 76-2021. And edit Resolution 74-2021 so we can
10/26/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
Hello, I would like to clarify that I am NOT AGAINST a rate increase, however, there wasn't an option to select "I don't understand". I did review the meeting held about our utility cost and the need to increase our reserve capital to a 180 day minimum amount in reserves. However, now that its' come down to the nuts and bolts of it, the explanations provided in the actual resolution are far too technical for me to understand how this will impact my bottom line. I did not find any staff repor
10/26/2021
New Business
Item C
For
I believe that energy conservation and a transition to renewable energy sources -now, not later - are a priority and I support Resolution 76-2021.
10/26/2021
New Business
Item C
For
Perhaps the main benefit of having a citizen-owned electric utility is flexibility. The Conservation Program, made up of industry best practices, is a common sense step in the right direction, one that FPL made long ago. If FPL can do it, but not us, why are we even here? Now is the time for leadership by our staff at the electric utility.
10/26/2021
New Business
Item B
For
I believe that energy conservation and a transition to renewable energy sources - now, not later - are a priority and I support Resolution 75-2021.
10/26/2021
New Business
Item C
For
It is about time that the City develops an energy conservation and efficiency program. Our City facilities, fleet, and utilities should become the trend setters. We need to weatherize our buildings, electrify our fleet of vehicles and equipment, explore the use of solar street lights, and plant more native shade trees vs. palms. The list goes on and on... This long term investment will help the City save money, reduce our carbon foot print and also serve as a role model for our community.
10/26/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
I ask that you deny or table Resolution 74-2021, which the Electric Utility has indicated will raise residential rates and lower commercial rates. Please strive to better understand these residential rate increases and ensure they are absolutely necessary before moving forward with this item. Many residents in our city live at or below the poverty line and increases that will reduce their available resources should be thoroughly considered before being adopted.
10/26/2021
New Business
Item C
For
I support Resolution 76-2021, which directs our existing Electric Utility Advisory Board to put together an Energy Conservation/Energy Efficiency program. This allows low to no cost first steps to start progress toward increasing our options. Please help our community move toward greater energy efficiency.
10/26/2021
New Business
Item B
For
I support Resolution 75-2021, which simply asks the Electric Utility to put out a “Request for Proposals” so we can see what the market has to offer for Community Solar, and hope you do too. Please lead our community to a more sustainable future.
10/26/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
Resolution 74-2021: Utility Rates 1. Your summary of the proposed electric utility rates is hard to follow and needs to be written in laymen’s terms, so an ordinary citizen, “like me”, can understand them. 2. You need to add a separate rate category for Vacation Rental Properties, that are popping daily and affecting the quality of life in our residential neighborhoods. These properties should not benefit from our lower commercial rates and should be charged an additional fixed fee of twice th
10/26/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
I can't support resolution 74 in it's current form. This discusses peak and off peak rates for customers with renewable power generation, but no mention of rates for credit for these customers for power generated back to the grid is made. I would like to know more about resolution 74 before supporting this. More needs to be done to make on site power generation by homeowners and businesses feasible.
10/26/2021
New Business
Item B
For
I fully support both resolutions 75 and 76 which I hope will expand opportunities for renewable energy and energy conservation in lake worth beach. lake worth beach should set an example in forward thinking energy policy and do whatever we can to promote clean, renewable energy options and minimize dependency on fossil fuels. I also feel strongly that Lake worth beach should do everything possible to encourage renewable power generation by customers at the site of the customers residence or busi
10/26/2021
New Business
Item C
For
In order to combat the climate crisis and take a leading position and make this overdue advancement of solar power and energy conservation, I am urging you all to support Resolutions 75-2021 and 76-2021. We are not only taking this position to advance in modern technologies that other countries have done for decades but because we are in a part of the world with direct and immediate impacts in this state of Florida and its about time we listen to the experts and ACT NOW. Change may be scary an
10/26/2021
New Business
Item A
For
In order to combat the climate crisis and take a leading position and make this overdue advancement of solar power and energy conservation, I am urging you all to support Resolutions 75-2021 and 76-2021. We are not only taking this position to advance in modern technologies that other countries have done for decades but because we are in a part of the world with direct and immediate impacts in this state of Florida and its about time we listen to the experts and ACT NOW. Change may be scary an
10/26/2021
New Business
Item B
For
In order to combat the climate crisis and take a leading position and make this overdue advancement of solar power and energy conservation, I am urging you all to support Resolutions 75-2021 and 76-2021. We are not only taking this position to advance in modern technologies that other countries have done for decades but because we are in a part of the world with direct and immediate impacts in this state of Florida and its about time we listen to the experts and ACT NOW. Change may be scary an
10/26/2021
New Business
Item C
For
Dear Mayor and City Commissioners: Another opportunity for you to provide climate change resilience in our city is by approving Commissioner McVoy's Resolution 76-2021 for an Energy Conservation Plan. Kicking the can down the road to maintain the status quo is not an option as climate change impacts are already being felt in our city. According to the Environmental Defense Fund, $1.00 spent upfront on resilience reduces the cost of disaster recovery by $6.00. I urge you to join the leadership
10/26/2021
New Business
Item B
For
Dear Mayor and City Commissioners: You have the opportunity now to bring our city into the 21st Century and build climate resilience for our city by supporting Commissioner McVoy's Resolution 75-2021 for a Community Solar Program. The citizens have a right to demand green energy from our city-owned utility, especially when only 5% of our electricity is powered by its undeveloped solar potential. What better way is there for you to join other Florida coastal communities which have been taking st
10/26/2021
New Business
Item B
For
Hello, I fully support the city tasking the Electric Utility Department to move forward with the process of establishing an In Community Solar Program. We are becoming acutely aware of climate change and its' impact on our dwindling resources to produce electricity. 60 Minutes had a segment on Sunday covering the growing impact demand is having on the ability of the Colorado River to provide water and generate electricity for all the new developments happening in western states. The severe d
10/26/2021
New Business
Item C
For
I am in support of the Resolution 76-2021 (supporting Energy Conservation/Efficiency) and respectfully ask the Commission to approve it.
10/26/2021
New Business
Item B
For
I am in support of the Resolution 75-2021 (supporting Community Solar) and respectfully ask the Commission to approve it.
10/26/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
I am for green energy and our town needs to move on to green energy in a much bigger scale than it has done. I support Chris McVoys propositions two and three. Please vote in favor of them. Thank you
10/26/2021
Public Hearing
Item C
For
This comment concerns both Items B & C on which the City Commission is voting on 26 October. I am in favor of both items as proposed and urge the City Commissioners to vote for them and the Mayor to endorse both measures. Additionally, I'd like to ask the Commission to take up the topic of the $35 monthly customer service fee assessed on area residents by the Lake Worth Beach Utility at a future hearing. Specifically, how are the funds used and is the fee commensurate with what FP&L customers
10/26/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item B
Thank you to those who serve on the commission. My name is Anne Fairfax, 226 S L St, Lake Worth. I am of in favor a yes vote to support the investigation of community solar. Please support the future of carbon motigation strategies where you can. best, Anne Fairfax
10/19/2021
Unfinished Business
Item A
Against
in favor of 7 member at large City Commission
10/19/2021
New Business
Item E
Against
City Tree Board draft recommendations to maintenance requirements ordinance Do not add artificial turf as a landscaping material: Artificial turf is comprised of synthetic ground rubber from shredded, worn tires and synthetic blades with measurable levels of lead, chromium, arsenic and cadmium. Artificial turf is a micro-heat island, with temperatures 60 to 70 degrees greater than ambient air temperatures. Do not allow artificial light-at-night: Outdoor lighting kills moths, a keystone pollina
10/19/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Good evening Honorable Mayor and Commissioners. It is important that I make these comments at tonight’s meeting so that you are aware of an issue that has the potential to change the character of Lake Worth Beach’s residential areas. In order to address this fully, I highly recommend that a workshop be scheduled between the City Commission and members of the Historic Preservation and Planning and Zoning boards. In my many years on both advisory boards, it was always clear that the city is not cr
10/19/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
For
I, Mimi May, as chairperson of the newly formed Lake Worth Beach Education Task Force, would like to speak in favor of proposal A in the Public Hearings section of the Agenda for the City of Lake Worth Beach Regular City Commission Meeting dated Oct. 19, 2021. We, the Task Force, feel that having the Education Foundation located in Lake Worth Beach would be beneficial to our schools and would increase the partnership potential between the LWB Schools and the Education Foundation.
10/19/2021
New Business
Item E
Against
Dear mayor and Commissioners: The draft ordinance for vacant properties seems very heavy handed for property owners and environmentalists. These existing and new requirements are not necessary for safe, clean, and green vacant property waiting to be developed in the city. This ordinance allows for artificial turf which will look like a giant rug placed on a vacant lot, not an attractive sight. There are very good native ground covers that require no irrigation nor maintenance that should be rec
10/19/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Test
10/5/2021
New Business
Item E
For
Honorable Commissioners and Madam Mayor, My name is Tom Conboy and I am a property and Business owner at 30 S M Street. Please include direction for the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council to highlight the public ownership of these properties. These properties were bought with public funds and should be used for the best public purpose. Please include direction for the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council to highlight the strengths of our walkable downtown. We are looking at ways fo
10/5/2021
New Business
Item D
Against
Cheryl Rashkin, President, South Palm Park NA Good evening Mayor and LWB City Commissioners, During South Palm Park NA's Executive and Directors Board meeting on October 4, 2021, I was asked to express our concerns with the Burkell Place III and the vacating of 9th Ave South, west from Federal Highway to the alley. Therefore, we are against your approval of this resolution as it currently reads. SPPNA members are in agreement that what the Lord's Place does wonderful things for the most needy
10/5/2021
New Business
Item D
Against
10/5/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
10/5/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
For
10/5/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
Against
Good evening Madam Mayor and City Commissioners. Cheryl Rashkin, President, South Palm Park Neighborhood Association 1302 South Palmway During South Palm Park NA's Executive and Directors Board meeting on October 4, 2021, I was asked to express our concerns with the Burkell Place III and the current site plans as presented to the LWB Planning and Zoning Board. Therefore, we are against your approval of this resolution as it currently reads. SPPNA members are in agreement that what the Lord's P
10/5/2021
New Business
Item E
Against
The CRA should have put out a bid for conducting this process. The TCRPC may be the best option, but bidding for the community engagement project will make for a stronger plan. In particular I would like to know how the charrette planning process will address income ranges and the urgent need for truly affordable housing, and avert the narrow-minded and shortsighted speculators and profiteers from taken advantage of our city.
10/5/2021
New Business
Item E
Against
10/5/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
For
10/5/2021
New Business
Item E
For
Honorable Commissioners and Madam Mayor, My name is Tom Conboy and I am a property and Business owner at 30 S M Street. Please include direction for the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council to highlight the public ownership of these properties. These properties were bought with public funds and should be used for the best public purpose. Please include direction for the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council to highlight the strengths of our walkable downtown. We are looking at ways fo
10/5/2021
New Business
Item E
For
Good Evening, I would like to thank the CRA staff and board for with-drawing the previous RFP for the L&M site due to the many concerns raised by the public to not have the massing shown on the renderings proposed by the Element developer. The consensus of the 27 public comments was for smaller, less dense, and more variety of building shapes and heights of 45 feet or less on the site for a better fit within an established historic district. Will this agreement with the TCRPC include these previ
10/5/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
For
My name is Jae Markis. I live at 1224 16th Avenue N Lake Worth Beach, FL 33460. I would like to voice my support for Burckle Place III.
10/5/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
10/5/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
10/5/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
For
I am writing to voice my enthusiastic support of the Burckle Place project. On the often long road to recovery, various stages of Transitional housing are critical steps toward more independent living. Those of us living in Lake Worth Beach have a rarified glimpse into the effects of addiction and subsequent mental health challenges. We have an especially unique opportunity to foster the already successful trajectory that these residents have been on. Their inclusion in this step in transitional
10/5/2021
New Business
Item E
For
1. I commend the CRA for wanting to solicit public input on the use of two CRA-owned assemblages in downtown Lake Worth Beach. 2. I would like to know why the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council (TCRPC) was sole-sourced rather than putting out a bid for this $100,000 activity? 3. The read that the TCRPC team will conduct up to 20 stakeholder interviews to inform the TCRPC team about the opportunities and challenges related to the subject parcels and downtown Lake Worth Beach in general. It
10/5/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
For
10/5/2021
New Business
Item E
For
I support the Interlocal Agreement, and the engagement of Treasure Coast Planning Council in the planning process. Town planning must never be outsourced to property speculators. Here are several guidelines that I believe would maximize property values, as well as public support for the ultimate outcome, if adopted: 1) adhere to, and build upon existing Historic Preservation Design Guidelines; For example: Massing should be proportional to the surrounding neighborhood. 2) preserve as much of
10/5/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
For
I would like to voice my support for the Burckle Place 3 project in Lake Worth. This is a reputable, well funded and successful organization that has helped many women get back on their feet in Palm Beach County. I believe that the objections of the Planning and Zoning board represent a small but vocal minority, who unfortunately are unwilling to see that transitional programs like this work actively to *prevent* the homelessness, addiction and crime they don't want to see in their neighborhoo
10/5/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
We urge a NO vote on Ordinance No. 2021-16. This proposed development serves neither its intended residents nor the neighborhood in which it is to be situated. The development intends to serve homeless women. The surrounding neighborhood on South Federal Highway abounds with drug dealing, drug addiction, transient residents, and prostitution. That is less than an ideal environment for recently homeless women. Similarly, the proposed development does nothing to enhance or elevate South Federal Hi
10/5/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
Good Evening Madame Mayor and City Commissioners. I'm Greg Richter I live at 1201 S Palmway, Lake Worth Beach, South Palm Park Neighborhood I'm writing regarding Ordinance 2021-16, the Lords Place at 825/827 S Federal Hwy, which is just across the the street from our neighborhood. As a neighbor over the past three years, we have worked tirelessly with many of the property owners, our city commissioner, PBSO and others to cleanup and make this area more attractive to future development beyond
10/5/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
For
I’ve known what it’s like to be housing insecure. Your hardships snowball and your life unravels. It can happen to anyone, and those who find themselves in these dire straits deserve a supportive environment to heal and thrive. Let’s improve access to supportive housing in our community. Please approve the plans for Burckle Place III.
10/5/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
For
I support this project. Burckle place is beneficial to this community.
10/5/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
For
I have lived in Lake Worth Beach for over 13 years and I would like the commission to vote yes to allow the Burckle Place III to come to town.
9/28/2021
New Business
Item C
For
I support a community solar program. Here's why: 1. Community Solar programs can give everyone - regardless of their economic position - the ability to have their power be 100% renewable. 2. Community Solar programs don’t create operational, administrative, or financial issues for our utility the same way rooftop solar can. 3. If FPL, and other municipal utilities in Florida, can offer a community solar program, why can’t we?!
9/28/2021
New Business
Item C
For
I believe Lake Worth needs to explore solar options that benefits it’s residents and keeps our utility competitive. Please vote in favor of exploring options that help keep our city vibrant, smart, and inviting!
9/28/2021
New Business
Item A
Against
Solar customers contribute to the utility during times of peak demand, offsetting costs to purchase power. I would like to see a 2-tiered minimum bill offering for regular and solar net-metered customers. Prior to July 2019, there wasn't a minimum bill for solar customers.
9/28/2021
New Business
Item C
For
I believe Lake Worth needs to explore solar options that benefits it’s residents and keeps our utility competitive. Please vote in favor of exploring options that help keep our city vibrant, smart, and inviting!
9/28/2021
New Business
Item C
For
I hope the Commission will take bold leadership and make the highest use of our publicly owned utility by bringing forward sustainabaility programs, energy conservation grants for homeowners and innovative solar programs as outlined by Doug Coward. WE have an incredible resource. Lets make the best use of it.
9/28/2021
New Business
Item C
For
Hello, My name is Mercedes Rico and I live at 622 S M Street. Please support a community solar program for our City. Lake Worth Beach shouldn’t position itself as a hinderance or barrier for anyone interested in solar. I hope as a city, we can embrace community solar as an option that gives residents who want to make an environmental difference the option to do so. Thank you for your service.
9/28/2021
New Business
Item B
For
Hello Mayor and Commissioners. It is exciting to see the Commission renew the Cities commitment to energy conservation, sustainability and renewable energy. Ten years ago we had a robust energy conservation program, one of the best in the State of Florida. It had wide support. Residents who participated would be acknowledged here at City Hall, in the Commission meeting by then Mayor Jeff Clemens. By creating a fund within the utility to support the Energy Conservation & Sustainability program th
9/28/2021
New Business
Item B
For
As a city with many older homes, and many renters in those older homes, having some energy conservation rebates could be helpful in persuading landlords to make improvements. I'd like to see this topic go to the EUAB for consideration.
9/28/2021
Public Hearing
Item B
For
My name is Panagioti Tsolkas. I am speaking on behalf of the Palm Beach County Environmental Coalition. This comment is in relation to items B and C under New business. I would like to see our electric utility adopt policies that are pro-consumer and pro-climate. We are in a rare position to not be completely beholden to corporate profits. This should allow us to be more innovative with a focus on energy conservation, including rebates, for energy-saving home improvements, for community solar,
9/28/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I support establishing a Community Solar Program in Lake Worth Beach. I encourage the City to research and support the use of these energy conservation investments: Mini-splits A/C Blown-in Havelock wool insulation for retrofitting historic homes Installing white metal roofs, or painting existing roofs pure white Outdoor LED lighting at night with low lumens and low color temperature (2700 Kelvin CCT or less) that is operated by motion sensor or a timer that is set to turn off at midnight.
9/28/2021
New Business
Item C
For
Greta Thunburg's words this week were simple: if you fail us we will never forgive you. Speaking from the powerless position of youth, her plea impels those of us who can, to do. Lake Worth must have community solar as a piece of what it has as its power plan. Set aside your resistance and doubt, and look to the future the people ask to have. Then make a community solar plan work. Let people on fixed incomes lock in their rates-that's a social safety net. Let Lake Worth be 100% renewable-there's
9/28/2021
New Business
Item C
For
We are in a unique situation, as a City owning its utility company, where we have to balance the continued feasible operation of the electric utility and protecting the consumers both businesses and residents. A fine line is walked where we must protect consumers and allow them to solarize, or have alternative renewable energy options. Consumers must be allowed to help reduce their costs for up to 100% of their consumption and for the utility to harness excess energy produced from households an
9/28/2021
New Business
Item B
For
Having invested in solar power over 10 years ago with our own rooftop system I feel strongly that we should be moving quickly toward this more sustainable power source. The federal tax credit program was a big help and despite the state of Florida giving only 52% of what was expected, it still made it possible for moderate income people to pursue solar power. I still believe rooftop solar should continue as an option in conjunction with A Community SolarProgram which is owned by the community. O
9/28/2021
New Business
Item C
For
We should strive to power our grid with 100% renewable resources. One way to get there is by using the "community solar" model. As an advocate for tenants' rights, I support "community solar" because it allows the utility customer (rather than the homeowner) to choose the source of a home's electricity. Community solar seems to be a good first step towards a 100% renewable energy long-term goal.
9/28/2021
New Business
Item C
For
I fully support the initiative to make solar power a larger contributer to our electric grid. I think if we could successfully implement such a program, we would be the only city in the state of Florida to be so forward thinking to do this. I think we are just the right size to initiate such an effort, by using a natural resource that we have such a great access to.....the sun! Many cities in Germany are up to 80% solar powered and with electricity costs continuing to rise it would be a great
9/28/2021
New Business
Item B
For
Good evening, these comments are being submitted from Katie Chiles Ottenweller, the Southeast Director of Vote Solar. We are a nonprofit organization with over 30,000 members across Florida who are seeking to harness the economic potential of solar power to make our state more resilient. We strongly support financing mechanisms such as the SELF Loan program that make solar and energy efficiency more accessible to low income communities. We encourage Lake Worth Beach utilities to explore ways tha
9/28/2021
New Business
Item B
For
Having invested in solar power over 10 years ago with our own rooftop system I feel strongly that we should be moving quickly toward this more sustainable power source. The federal tax credit program was a big help and despite the state of Florida giving only 52% of what was expected, it still made it possible for moderate income people to pursue solar power. I still believe rooftop solar should continue as an option in conjunction with A Community SolarProgram which is owned by the community. O
9/28/2021
Public Hearing
Item C
For
What I like about lake worth is how progressive it feels. I was disappointed when I found out there were limits and caps to solar. Community Solar programs can give everyone - regardless of their economic position - the ability to have their power be 100% renewable. Community Solar programs can be especially helpful for people on fixed incomes because they can allow them to lock in their current utility rates. Community Solar programs don’t create operational, administrative, or financial issues
9/28/2021
New Business
Item C
For
Everyone should be able to seek out renewable energy as a source if they wish and should not be encumbered by any financial or political barriers. I am strongly in favor of a community solar program
9/28/2021
New Business
Item C
For
It’s incredibly important to our local community to have as many renewable energy resources as possible and Community Solar is one potential solution that warrants further exploration. Residents deserve to have renewable energy regardless of their socioeconomic status and we all deserve to live in a world where we actively fight climate change for all.
9/28/2021
New Business
Item C
For
It’s incredibly important to our local community to have as many renewable energy resources as possible and Community Solar is one potential solution that warrants further exploration. Residents deserve to have renewable energy regardless of their socioeconomic status and we all deserve to live in a world where we actively fight climate change for all.
9/28/2021
New Business
Item C
For
As a city that values its citizens and acknowledges our current climate vulnerability, we encourage Lake Worth Beach to develop innovative solar programs and rate options that provide immediate bill savings to residents--particularly vulnerable residents, such as renters and those trying to "age in place". Lake Worth Beach has a track record of vocal climate leadership. Now is the time to support both the private property right to invest in solar energy on one's own property and the option for r
9/28/2021
New Business
Item C
For
Good evening Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners. I’d like to applaud your efforts in taking time to set objectives and policy for the Lake Worth Beach Electric Utility. As you are aware, the fact that Lake Worth Beach has its own electric utility company distinguishes the city from other municipalities in our geographic region. One measure of that uniqueness can be how our electric utility is assessed by the marketplace of public opinion. There were times in the city’s history where having i
9/28/2021
New Business
Item C
For
Honorable Mayor and Lake Worth Beach Commissioners, I write to express my support for our utility prioritizing renewable energy solutions and expanded consumer options for solar power. Thank you.
9/28/2021
Public Hearing
Item C
For
I am in full support of the Community Solar Program for Lake Worth Beach. I would be proud to live in a community which is doing its part to help fight climate change. Please consider this opportunity to offer renewable power to all citizens of Lake Worth.
9/28/2021
New Business
Item C
For
I greatly believe that Lake Worth Beach utilities should offer its citizens the option of having their home and businesses be 100% solar powered by a community solar program. There are many benefits to going solar, but my main cause for supporting it is to combat Global Warming. I am a firm believer that individuals and communities can make a difference by helping repair the damages done to the environment. Everyday counts and as a new home owner in Lake Worth Beach, I want to help fight climate
9/21/2021
New Business
Item E
For
Item E. Joint Funding of Federal Highway Traffic Study w/ PBC Transportation Planning Agency Please approve funding fifty percent of the Federal Highway mini-roundabout traffic study. I appreciate the Transportation Planning Agency stepping up to fund the remaining fifty percent. The circular diameter of mini-roundabouts fit inside existing intersection curb lines. Mini-roundabouts reduce delays, increase safety, reduce fuel consumption, vehicle emissions and greenhouse gases and are compati
9/21/2021
New Business
Item E
For
This study would certainly be helpful and I approve to get it going. I suspect we'll see that these mini roundabouts will bring a lot of benefits including the reduction of traffic and increased safety for traffic including cyclists. We're in a time where many people accept the movement away from fossil fuel transportation, and while we make this transition we'll be seeing more choices being made toward environmentally friendly commuting such as cycling. Mini roundabouts would be a great thing t
9/21/2021
New Business
Item E
For
Please consider traffic round a bouts for Federal. Reasons; Safety: fewer crashes. Traffic calming-recommended by FDOT Environmental benefits: replacing standard intersections with mini-roundabouts reduces fuel consumption, vehicle emissions and greenhouse gases.
8/19/2021
Work Session
Item A
For
8/19/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
8/19/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
8/19/2021
Unfinished Business
Item A
Against
The hotel project has turned into a monster that overwhelms the neighborhood. The shortage of parking is extreme. The developers say that only 30% of guests will have cars, that might be true in St. Louis but not in Lake Worth. The lack of normal setbacks are ugly and dangerous. A half abandoned alley is to be used for the exit for the parking garage, the loading docks, condo parking, and all the thru traffic. This blocks emergency vehicles when trucks are partially blocking the alley or when pe
8/17/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
For
8/17/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
My name is Oliver. I am the general manager of a small business in downtown Lake worth and I'm excited that someplace like Deco green is coming to this area. There passion for the community and the Surrounding area of LWB is something I haven't seen from any development companies. Even some of the existing spaces that are options for someone to open a small business are owned by local people and they aren't even close to being affordable. Having a new, well maintained establishment instead of an
8/17/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
For
8/17/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
For
8/17/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
For
8/17/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
For
8/17/2021
Unfinished Business
Item A
Against
I am asking that all commissioners and the mayor please reconsider this ordinance to increase the height limit so that this builder build to 78' height. Deco Green is asking to raise the height to 78' high for their building. The current law says the limit is 30 feet. They are asking for more than double the current height. This to me is outrageous and you all are allowing for these developers to come into town, and make Lake Worth into a huge city without a care of what people who live here
8/17/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
I am submitting this comment to express my opposition to the proposed Deco Green project located at 1715 N. Dixie Hwy. I understand the importance of taking advantage of potential revenue sources for our city but there are certain things that take precedence. First is the existing building height restriction which this project does not adhere to. Residents of this city voted for that restriction, and it would be thoroughly disappointing if this particular commission was the one to ignore that
8/17/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
I, Jayne King Milner, am the Director of Rad El Dub Community Land Trust, a 501c3 organization which provides affordable housing for low income residents. Our organization owns two properties within a few blocks of the proposed zoning change. We will be negatively affected by this development and appeal to the Commission to vote NO on its approval. The increased height and density of this project is not compatible with our neighborhood.
8/17/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
My name is Jae Kanella Markis. I live in the Sunset Ridge District 2 neighborhood at 1224 16th Avenue N Lake Worth FL 33460. I urge the commission to vote no on the Deco Green project. My reasoning: Affordable housing in the city is shrinking. One cannot deny that it is tied to the relationship between developers and a competitive housing market that does not take in consideration the longtime residents of the community. For example, the average rent for a 2-bedroom rental in Lake Worth has incr
8/17/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
Regarding Item A. Ordinance No. 2021-04: My name is Peter Tsolkas. I live in the city, near this proposed development project. I am against approving the PUD as it currently exists. I am requesting intervenor status in this quasi judicial hearing as an affected party on the DecoGreen project. I am both individually impacted and am representing the interests of the Palm Beach County Environmental Organization, an association based in Lake Worth Beach with the mission of ensuring development is co
8/17/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
8/17/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
Re: Deco Green I’d like to see Lake Worth Beach stay low rise and require serious public benefit to build a 4 story building anywhere in our city. We need more shade, permeable surfaces, clean water, cottages and to limit height on Lake and Lucerne to two stories east of Dixie. Make streets more safe to walk and bike. I do not support a six story residential building next to a single family home.
8/17/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
Hello Mayor and Commissioners. My name is Vicky Grant. I live at 1120 18th Ave Apt 4 Lake Worth Beach, which is within 400 feet of the proposed project. I share the objections raised by the other objectors regarding the impacts of this project. I also have the following additional objections: INSERT OBJECTIONS/CONCERNS HERE. - Increase in traffic - Rent increases - Blocked view from the street This project is not compatible to the neighborhood. The significant increase in height and zoning
8/17/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
Maryellen Healy, 323 S Federal Hwy. I support the agreement with Legal Aid for eviction support to benefit Lake Worth Beach residents.
8/17/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
8/17/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
For
Regarding Ordinance No. 2021-04 amending the Official Zoning Map by approving the creation of a Mixed Use Planned Development (Deco Green Apartments) located at 1715 North Dixie Highway. I urge you to approve this and give it your full support. North Dixie Highway is ideal for Mixed Use development. A live/work/create space for artists and local talent who make this city culture so vibrant should be a no brainer for the City of Lake Worth Beach. Approve the zoning.
8/17/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
Against
I have serious concerns regarding the Deco Green development because I think it is too large a project for our area. The Mid was able to be built without requiring more height in order to be successful. While this project has raised its' height from 30 feet to 78 feet and increased its' density from 40 units to 127 units. I appreciate the efforts made to address our initial concerns regarding is' original design, however I still feel the scale is just too large for that neighborhood. I have a
8/17/2021
Public Hearing
Item A
For
The Deco Green Project will be 127 units with rents at market rate of $1500 for a 1 bedroom, $1800 for a 2 bedroom and $2000 for a 3 bedroom. In the back-up it states the applicant aggressively has been seeking County developers, who have affordable units available through the County’s Affordable Housing Exchange Program, in order to dedicate a portion of the units as affordable. But it appears none of the units will be considered affordable. The CRA has offered a 10 year Tax Rebate of which t
8/17/2021
Public Participation of non-agendaed items and consent agenda
Item A
I’m offering this public comment to urge fellow Lake Worth Beach residents to voice their support for the Gulfstream Hotel rehabilitation project this coming Thursday night. There is strong public support for the redevelopment of the entire block where the historic hotel sits. It was in March of 2020 that Question 3 appeared on the ballot, just before the pandemic hit. I’d like to remind you that it was both a Presidential Preference Primary and Uniform Municipal Election in Palm Beach County. A
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