BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
BOARD MEETING
PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
TUESDAY COMMISSION
9:30 A.M. CHAMBERS
1. CALL
TO ORDER
A. Roll
Call
B. Invocation
C. Pledge
of Allegiance
2. AGENDA
APPROVAL
A. Additions,
Deletions, Substitutions
B. Adoption
3. CONSENT
AGENDA (Pages 7 - 36)
4. SPECIAL
PRESENTATIONS (Page 37)
5. REGULAR
AGENDA (Pages 38 - 45)
6. BOARD
APPOINTMENTS (Page 46)
7. STAFF
COMMENTS (Page 47)
8. BCC
DIRECTION (Page 47)
9. BCC
COMMENTS (Page 48)
10. MATTERS
BY THE PUBLIC – 2:00 P.M. (Page
49)
11. ADJOURNMENT (Page 50)
* * * * * * * * * * *
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
CONSENT AGENDA
A. ADMINISTRATION
Page 7
3A-1 Overview
of the current list of Contracts Report for agenda items submitted for this
scheduled BCC meeting.
3A-2 Resolution
to amend the PBC Administrative Code to amend the PBC Merit Rule Systems Rules.
B. CLERK & COMPTROLLER
Page 8
3B-1 Warrant
list
3B-2 Contracts
and claims settlements list
3B-3 Change
orders, work task orders, minor contracts, final payments, etc.
3B-4 Proof
of publications for unclaimed monies advertised.
Page 9
3B-5 Receive
and file annual financial reports.
C. ENGINEERING & PUBLIC WORKS
Page 10
3C-1 Report
of plat recordations from
October 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026.
3C-2 Work Order 2024050-76 with Ranger
Construction Industries, Inc. to mill and resurface CR 880.
E. COMMUNITY SERVICES
Page 11
3E-1 Retroactive
First Amendment with Wayside House, Inc. to update certain Articles within the
Agreement.
3E-2 Retroactive
Use of Facility Agreement with The Village of Royal Palm Beach for a five (5)
year term to provide a congregate meal site for seniors.
Page 12
3E-3 Retroactive
Amendment #2 with Area Agency on Aging of Palm Beach/Treasure Coast, Inc. to
amend, revise and replace portions of the Agreement and to increase the overall
total funding to provide in-home and community-based services to seniors.
Pages 13 - 14
3E-4 Appointment
and reappointment of members to the Citizens Advisory Committee on Health and
Human Services.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONSENT AGENDA
F. AIRPORTS
Page 14
3F-1 FAA Grant Agreement for the Precision
Approach Path Indicator Replacement project.
Page 15
3F-2 FAA Airport Improvement Program Grant
Agreement and a FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant Agreement for the Runway
10L/28R Pavement Rehabilitation Project at DJT.
Page 16
3F-3 Contingency Use Directive Change Order No. 2
with The Whiting-Turner Contracting Co. for Campus Wide Facility Improvements
at DJT.
G. OFFICE OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT & BUDGET
Page 17
3G-1 Negotiated
settlement for code compliance liens against Estate of
Leif Myhre.
H. FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT & OPERATIONS
Page 18
3H-1 Amendment
No. 1 with Partner Assessment Corporation to incorporate the omitted proposal
pages to the Contract.
Page 19
3H-2 Annual
Contract for indoor air quality remediation services.
Page 20
3H-3 Reappointment
of a member to the PBC Property Review Committee.
Page 21
3H-4 Annual
Contracts for low voltage services on an as-needed basis.
Page 22
3H-5 Third
Amendment with Friends of Mounts Botanical Garden, Inc. to extend the term for
the development of a new Master Plan.
Page 23
3H-6 Fifth
Amendment with Artan Oil LLC to extend the term for Purchase and Delivery of
Gasoline and Diesel Fuel.
Pages 24 - 25
3H-7 Annual
Contracts for minor construction services on an as-needed basis.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONSENT AGENDA
J. PLANNING, ZONING & BUILDING
Page 26
3J-1 Reappointment
of a member to the Building Code Advisory Board.
L. ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
Page 27
3L-1 Task
Assignment No. 1 and No. 10 with FDEP for ongoing site management activies for cleanup of petroleum contamination sites and
for routine compliance inspections.
3L-2 Task
Assignment No. PM 6 with FWC to provide aquatic vegetation control services.
P. COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE
Page 28
3P-1 Reappointment
of members to the Agricultural Enhancement Council.
S. FIRE RESCUE
Page 28
3S-1 MOA
with Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County providing funding for the
Drowning Prevention Coalition.
3S-2 Notice
of Grant Award for the purchase of Fire Rescue Water Vessels for Hazard
Mitigation (Water Vessels).
X. PUBLIC SAFETY
Page 30
3X-1 First
Amendment with Jewish Volunteer Ambulance Corps Inc. for interoperable
communications through countywide emergency medical services.
3X-2 First
Amendment with The Lord’s Place, Inc. increasing the overall contract amount
for case management and support services for Justice Services Division.
AA. PALM TRAN
Page 31
3AA-1 Amendment for Extension with FDOT to extend the
contract for the purchase of Paratransit vehicles.
CC. SHERIFF
Page 31
3CC-1 GAN from SBIE to extend the grant period.
Page 32
3CC-2 Quarterly
disbursements from FDLE for FY 2025-2026 Statewide Criminal Analysis Laboratory
System Project.
3CC-3 Modification
#1 with OJP to extend the period of performance of FY 2024 DNA Capacity
Enhancement and Backlog Reduction.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONSENT AGENDA
DD.
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
Page 33
3DD-1 Category “G” Grant Agreement with Perfect Game
Incorporated for promotion.
3DD-2 Category “G” Grant Agreement with The National
Junior Tour, LLC for promotion.
EE.
CAREERSOURCE
Page 34
3EE-1 Resolution approving the CareerSource Palm
Beach County FY 2026-2027 Budget.
Page 35
3EE-2 Appointments of multiple members to the
CareerSource Palm Beach County, Inc. Board of Directors.
FF.
INTERNAL AUDITOR
Page 36
3FF-1 Audit Report for Community Services Department
– Gulfstream Goodwill Industries Financial Assistance Agreement.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS - 9:30 A.M.
Page 37
4A National Preparedness Month (D6)
4B Domestic Violence Awareness Month (D7)
4C Big Brothers and Big Sisters Month (D6)
4D Glow Foundation Alliance Day (D7)
4E Carnaval Palm Beaches Weekend (D6)
4F 2-1-1 Suicide Awareness & Prevention
Month (D3)
4G Chen Moore Day (D2)
4H Hispanic Heritage Month (D3)
4I National Voter Registration Month (D1)
4J National Hunger Action Month (D5)
4K Constitution Week (D1)
4L Dr. Lindsay Butzer Day (D5)
4M 55 Years of Countywide Transit Services
(D1)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
TABLE OF CONTENTS
REGULAR AGENDA
A. ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
Page 38
5A-1 Updated
Management Plan for Cypress Creek Natural Area.
B. FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT
& OPERATIONS
Pages 38 - 39
5B-1 Agreement
for Purchase and Sale with Ava and Kenneth Pence for acquisition of property
for purchase of constructing a future Fire Station.
C. COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE
Page 40
5C-1 First
Amendment with the Friends of Mounts Botanical Garden, Inc. to continued funding of display gardens horticulturist
position.
D. PUBLIC SAFETY
Pages 41 - 42
5D-1 Preliminary
reading and permission to advertise to repeal and
replace the Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control Ordinance.
Page 43
5D-2 Preliminary
reading and permission to advertise to amend Palm Beach County Towing and
Immobilization Ordinance.
Page 44
5D-3 CJC
Annual Plan Report for 2025-2026.
E. ADMINISTRATION
Page 45
5E-1 Request
to return the CJC from Division to Department as a separate office.
BOARD APPOINTMENTS (Page 46)
STAFF COMMENTS (Page 47)
BCC DIRECTION (Page 47)
BCC COMMENTS (Page 48)
MATTERS BY THE PUBLIC –
2:00 P.M. (Page 49)
ADJOURNMENT (Page 50)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
A. ADMINISTRATION
1. Staff recommends motion to receive and file:
the updated
current list of Contracts Report which include in-process and completed
standard contracts, interlocal agreements, amendments, grant amendment,
resolutions, and task orders that are being submitted for this scheduled Board
of County Commissioners (BCC) meeting. Summary:
The current list provides an overview of
items in process or completed as it relates to standard contracts, interlocal
agreements, amendments, grant amendment resolutions and task orders that are
being submitted to the BCC on this scheduled meeting date as agenda items. Countywide
(DO)
2. Staff
recommends motion to adopt: a Resolution of the Board of County
Commissioners (BCC) of Palm Beach County, Florida amending the Palm Beach
County Administrative Code (Code) to amend the Palm Beach County Merit System Rules. Summary:
Staff recommends amending the Palm Beach County Merit
System Rules to establish discretionary leave for employees.
New
Merit Rule – 9.12 Discretionary Leave
To accommodate various employee needs
throughout the year, Palm Beach County (County) will provide three (3)
discretionary days (24 hours) annually. Employees may use these days for any
purpose, including religious observances, personal holidays, vacation, or other
personal needs.
a)
Employees
must be employed with the County for at least one (1)
year to be eligible for discretionary days; and
b)
Discretionary
days must be used within the same calendar year in which they are issued and
may not be carried over, rolled over, or paid out.
For
the current calendar year (2026), the discretionary bank will be effective
September
4,
2026, through December 31, 2026 and, only two (2) discretionary
days (16 hours) will
be
available through December 31, 2026. A
new discretionary bank will be issued
effective
January 1, 2027, and each year thereafter in January. Countywide (JW)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
B. CLERK
& COMPTROLLER
1. Staff recommends motion
to receive and file: Warrant List –
Backup information can be viewed in the Clerk & Comptroller’s Office.
2. Staff
recommends motion to approve: Contracts (regular) and claim settlements list as
submitted by various departments to the Clerk & Comptroller’s Office. Countywide
3. Staff recommends motion to receive
and file:
change orders, work task orders, minor contracts, final payments and
other items approved by the Contract Review Committee and by the department
heads for the Engineering Department; Facilities Development and Operations
Department; Water Utilities Department; Environmental Resources Management
Department; and the Department of Airports during July 2026. Countywide
4. Staff recommends
motion to receive and file proof of publications: Unclaimed Monies advertised by
the Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Palm Beach County. Summary: Pursuant to Section 116.21, Florida Statutes, the Clerk advertised
certain unclaimed monies held which are subject to forfeiture to Palm Beach
County. Florida Statutes 116.21 requires that the proof of publication “shall be
filed and recorded in the minutes of the County Commission of such
county.” Countywide
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
B. CLERK
& COMPTROLLER
5. Staff recommends
motion to receive and file: four (4) of Palm Beach County’s annual financial reports for the fiscal
year ended September 30, 2025:
A) The Palm Beach
County Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR);
B) The Palm Beach
County Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR);
C) The Palm Beach
County Annual Financial Report (AFR); and
D) The Palm Beach
County Annual Financial Audit Report (AFAR).
SUMMARY: The Annual
Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) is prepared in accordance with Section
218.32 and 218.39, Florida Statutes. This report is required and is filed with
the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) annually. The Popular Annual
Financial Report (PAFR) is a condensed version of the ACFR. This report is
optional and is filed with GFOA annually. The Units of Local Government Report
is the Annual Financial Report (AFR) which serves to generate input to the State. The Annual Financial Audit Report (AFAR) is a
special annual financial report defined in Chapter 10.550 of the rules of the
Auditor General. This report is required to be filed annually with the Auditor
General in compliance with Section 11.45 Florida Statutes and includes the
Single Audit Report. Countywide
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
C. ENGINEERING
& PUBLIC WORKS
1. Staff recommends
motion to receive and file: a report of plat recordations
from October 1, 2025 through March 31, 2026. Summary: This report is a
bi-annual summary of subdivision plats recorded during
the fiscal quarters since the previous report. There
were 15 plats recorded during this period. This report
is required by the Engineering and Public Works Department (EPW) PPM EL-O-2618,
governing administrative approval of plats by the
County Engineer. Countywide (YBH)
2. Staff recommends
motion to approve: Work
Order 2024050-76 in the amount of $1,623,000 to mill and resurface County Road
(CR) 880 from Duda Road to Mile Marker 6 (Improvements) utilizing Palm Beach
County’s (County) annual asphalt milling and resurfacing contract R2024-0748
(Contract) with Ranger Construction Industries, Inc. (Ranger). Summary: Per County PPM CW-F-050,
this Work Order exceeds the $300,000 threshold for staff approvals of work
orders to annual contracts, thus requiring approval from the Board of County
Commissioners (BCC). Approval of this
Work Order will allow the contractual services necessary to construct the
Improvements. The Contract is one (1) of three (3) Contracts with an available
cumulative total of $70,000,000 for the annual asphalt milling and resurfacing
program. Prior to this meeting date, approximately $19,000,000 of the
$70,000,000 Contract that was approved on July 2, 2024, has been spent or
encumbered. The Contract was presented
to the Goal Setting Committee (GSC) on December 16, 2023
and the GSC established the following Affirmative Procurement Initiative (API):
a 10% minimum mandatory Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation. Ranger committed
to 10% SBE
participation for the life of the Contract.
For this Work Order,
the proposed SBE
participation is 10.15%. To
date, the overall SBE participation achieved
on the Contract is 6.60%.
The budget for the Improvements includes striping and marking costs of
$77,000 bringing the total fiscal impact to $1,700,000. District 6 (YBH)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
E. COMMUNITY SERVICES
1. Staff recommends
motion to approve: a
retroactive First Amendment to the Agreement (R2025-1535) for Provision of
Financial Assistance with Wayside House, Inc. (WH), for the period October 1,
2025 through September 30, 2028, in the amount of $1,519,944, to update certain
Articles in the Agreement and to combine Case Management/Care Coordination and
Peer Recovery Support Services within the Partial Hospitalization Program and
reduce funding for aftercare Peer Recovery Support Services for Palm Beach
County residents. Summary:
The First Amendment to the Financially Assisted Agencies (FAA) Agreement with
WH is necessary to combine Case Management/Care Coordination program services
and Peer Recovery Support Services within the Partial Hospitalization Program
and reduce funding for aftercare Peer
Recovery Support Services Program. The Amendment is necessary to
continue the services currently in place. Funded organizations are monitored by the Community Services Department
(CSD) to ensure both programmatic and fiscal accountability. Countywide
(RS)
2. Staff recommends
motion to approve: a retroactive Use of
Facility Agreement (UFA) for Government Entities with The Village of Royal Palm
Beach (VRPB), at no cost to Palm Beach County (County), for a five (5) year
term from September 1, 2026 through August 17, 2031,
to provide a congregate meal site for seniors at the Royal Palm Beach
Recreation Center. Summary: The Division of Senior
and Veteran Services (DSVS) receives federal funds from the Older Americans Act
(OAA) to provide congregate meal sites. The above-referenced UFA enables DSVS
to operate a congregate meal site at no cost for facility space and energy
usage. The VRPB will recruit volunteers to operate the site, and DSVS will
provide training for the volunteers. Meals and related food services and
supplies will be provided by the County through its designated food service
vendor, subject to the availability of funds. The VRPB will serve approximately
45 seniors with approximately 10,152 lunch meals annually. The estimated
total cost of meals is $57,663 and is funded under OAA in the amount of $51,897
(90%) and $5,766 (10%) in County match, which is included in the current
budget. DSVS is responsible for providing services north of Hypoluxo Road. The
areas of service exclude portions of Districts 2, 4, 5, and 7 south of Hypoluxo
Road. The Volen Center, Inc. is responsible for providing services in the
excluded areas. No additional County match is required. (Division of Senior and
Veteran Services) Countywide except for portions of Districts 2, 4, 5, and 7
south of Hypoluxo Rd. (RS)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
E. COMMUNITY SERVICES
3. Staff recommends motion to approve:
A) an Amendment #002, retroactive to May 1, 2026, to Standard
Agreement No. IA026-9500 (R2025-1734) for the Older Americans Act (OAA) with
the Area Agency on Aging of Palm Beach/Treasure Coast, Inc. (AAA), for the
period January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026, to
amend, revise, and replace portions of the Standard Agreement and increase the
overall total funding by $369,962, in an amount not to exceed $3,541,182, to
provide in-home and community-based services to seniors; and
B) an upward Budget Amendment of $369,962 in Fiscal Year
(FY) 2026 in the Division of Senior and Veteran Services (DSVS) Administration
Fund to align the budget to the actual grant award.
Summary: This Amendment to Standard Agreement
(Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA 93.044, 93.045, and 93.052)
allows the DSVS to continue providing services under OAA Titles 3B (support
services), C1 (congregate meals), C2 (home-delivered meals), and 3E (caregiver
support services) to eligible adults aged 60 and older, as well as their
caregivers. The Congregate Meal Program provides meals and nutrition education
in community settings, such as senior centers and other public and private
facilities. The home-delivered meal program provides meals and nutrition
education to homebound older adults. In FY 2025, 85 clients received supportive
services, 1,547 clients received congregate meals, 594 clients received
home-delivered meals, and 16 clients received caregiver support services. In FY
2026, 80 clients are projected to receive support services, 1,980 clients are
projected to receive congregate meals, 650 clients are projected to receive
home-delivered meals, and 16 clients are projected to receive caregiver support
services. DSVS has been receiving this grant since FY 1977. The number of older
adults served is based on the grant funding amount and the specific needs of the
clients. The OAA programs are funded with $369,962 in federal funds and $41,107 in 10% required match. No additional County match is required. DSVS
is responsible for providing services north of Hypoluxo Road. The areas of
service exclude portions of Districts 2, 4, 5, and 7 south of Hypoluxo Road.
The Volen Center, Inc. is responsible for providing services in the excluded
areas. (Division of Senior and Veteran
Services) Countywide except for portions of Districts 2, 4, 5, and 7 south
of Hypoluxo Rd. (RS)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
E. COMMUNITY SERVICES
4. Staff recommends motion to approve:
A)
one (1) appointment to the
Citizens Advisory Committee on Health and Human Services (CAC/HHS) for a
designated League of Cities seat, for the term October 1, 2026, to September
30, 2029:
|
Seat No. |
Appointment |
Seat
Requirement |
Nominated
By |
|
8 |
Commissioner Shalonda
Warren |
A Representative of the Palm Beach County League of Cities |
Palm Beach County League of Cities |
B)
four (4) reappointments to
the CAC/HHS for the term October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2029:
|
Seat No. |
Reappointment |
Seat Requirement |
Nominated By |
|
5 |
Isis Williams |
A Component of the Health and Human Services System of Care |
Vice Mayor Marci Woodward Commissioner Maria G.
Marino Commissioner Gregg K.
Weiss |
|
6 |
Dr. Belma Andric |
A Component of the Health and Human Services System of Care |
Vice Mayor Marci Woodward Commissioner Maria G.
Marino Commissioner Gregg K.
Weiss |
|
9 |
Clara Murvin |
Designated Seat: Member Living West of the 20 Mile Bend |
Vice Mayor Marci Woodward Commissioner Maria G.
Marino Commissioner Gregg K.
Weiss |
|
10 |
Aruna Gilbert |
A Component of the Health and Human Services System of Care |
Vice Mayor Marci Woodward Commissioner Maria G.
Marino Commissioner Gregg K.
Weiss |
Summary: The CAC/HHS shall provide recommendations to sustain core services
within the Systems of Care by defining basic needs, surveying emergent and/or
urgent needs, prioritizing resources to address the needs of residents in Palm
Beach County (County), and making funding recommendations to the Board of
County Commissioners (BCC) to fill critical service gaps. Pursuant to
R2024-0917, the CAC/HHS consists of six (6) At-Large members and five (5)
designated members. This includes at least one (1) member who is a resident
west of the 20 Mile Bend, at least one (1) member being a representative of the
Palm Beach County League of Cities, at least one (1) member who is a representative
of the Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County, at least one (1)
member who is a representative of Birth to 22, and at least one (1) member with
lived experience in the HHS System of Care. R2024-0917 requires that the
Executive Committee of the CAC/HHS solicit and recommend
member nominations for transmittal to the BCC.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
E. COMMUNITY SERVICES
4. SUMMARY (cont’d.): The BCC was notified by a memorandum dated
June 9, 2026, requesting nominations for appointments. The CAC/HHS received the
appointment application for Commissioner Warren and determined that this
candidate would be beneficial to CAC/HHS. Commissioner Warren meets all
applicable guidelines and requirements outlined in the Resolution. This seat is
designated for a representative of the Palm Beach County League of Cities, and
Commissioner Warren meets this requirement. In addition, all four (4)
candidates for reappointment were approved by the CAC/HHS; all are members in
good standing, meet necessary requirements, and are eligible for reappointment.
One (1) of these members, Ms. Isis Williams, works for the Department of
Children and Families (DCF). DCF has a contract with the County for services;
however, CAC/HHS does not provide regulation, oversight, management, or
policy-setting recommendations regarding the contracts or transactions with
DCF. Disclosure of this contractual relationship at a duly noticed public
meeting is provided in accordance with the provisions of Section 2-443 of the County’s
Code of Ethics. There are currently 11 seats filled. Countywide (RS)
F. AIRPORTS
1. Staff recommends motion
to:
A) receive and file a Federal
Aviation Administration (FAA) Grant Agreement Number 3-12-0113-026-2026 (Grant)
with an effective date of June 26, 2026, and an expiration date of June 26,
2030, in the amount of $214,314 for the Precision Approach Path Indicator
(PAPI) Replacement (Project) at the North Palm Beach County General Aviation
Airport (F45); and
B) approve a Budget Amendment of
$214,314 in the Airport’s Improvement and Development Fund to recognize the receipt of a grant from FAA in the amount of $214,314,
and a transfer to reserves in the amount of $214,314 to replenish Local Airport
Revenues.
Summary: The FAA issued a Grant Offer (Assistance
Listing Number 20.117) under the Airport Improvement Program reflecting its
commitment of funding in an amount not to exceed $214,314 for the Project. The Grant became effective on June 26,
2026, and expires on June 26, 2030. The Grant requires a 5% local match in
the amount of $11,280, which is calculated based on $225,594 of eligible
Project costs. Resolution No. R2020-1017, as amended by
Resolution No. R2025-1015, authorizes the County
Administrator or designee, in this case, the Director of the Department of
Airports, to execute the Grant. Countywide (SB)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
F. AIRPORTS
2. Staff recommends
motion to:
A) receive and
file Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) Airport Improvement Program Grant Agreement Number
3-12-0085-082-2026 (AIP Grant) with an effective date of July 14, 2026, and an expiration
date of July 14, 2030, in the amount of $20,047,585 for the Runway
10L/28R Pavement Rehabilitation Project (Project) at President Donald J. Trump
International Airport (DJT);
B) receive and file FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant
Agreement Number 3-12-0085-083-2026 (AIG Grant) with an effective date of July
14, 2026, and an expiration date of July 14, 2030, in the amount of $2,944,969
for the Project at DJT;
C) approve a
Budget Amendment of $24,506,544 in the
Airport’s Improvement & Development Fund to recognize receipt of the FAA
Grant funding and Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) revenue; and
D) approve a
Budget Transfer of $1,513,990 in the Airport’s
PFC Fund to transfer PFC Funds to the Airport’s Improvement & Development
Fund, including a transfer from PFC Reserves in the amount of $1,513,990.
Summary: The
FAA has issued two (2) Grant Offers (Assistance Listing Number 20.116) for AIP
Grant Agreement Number 3-12-0085-082-2026, reflecting its commitment of funding
in an amount not to exceed $20,047,585 for the Project and for (Assistance
Listing Number 20.117) AIG Grant Agreement Number 3-12-0085-083-2026,
reflecting its commitment of funding in an amount not to exceed $2,944,969 for
the Project. The two (2) grants require a total local match amount of $7,664,251, which is calculated based on $30,656,806 of
eligible Project costs. The local match is funded through a
combination of a Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Public
Transportation Grant Agreement (PTGA) (R2026-0523), Passenger Facility Charges
(PFCs) and local revenues. Resolution
No. R2020-1017, as amended by Resolution No.
R2025-1015, authorizes the County Administrator or designee, in this
case, the Director of the Department of Airports, to execute the Grant. Countywide (SB)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
F. AIRPORTS
3. Staff recommends
motion to receive and file: Contingency Use Directive (CUD) Change Order No.
2 to Amendment No. 2 to the Construction Manager (CM) at Risk Contract
(Contract) with The Whiting-Turner Contracting Co. (WT) for Campus Wide
Facility Improvements for the construction of a New Revenue Control Building
(Project) (R2025-1580) at President Donald J. Trump International Airport
(DJT), documenting a decrease in amount of $357,372.66 to the Contract
contingency fund. Summary:
On October 21, 2025, the Board of County
Commissioners (BCC) approved Amendment No. 2 in the amount of $11,173,291, with
a project duration of 521 calendar days, for the construction of the Project.
Change Order No. 1 authorized a charge to the Contract contingency in the
amount of $8,392.27. A detailed Contract
history can be found in Attachment 2 to the agenda item. Change Order No. 2 authorizes a charge to the
Contract contingency in the amount of $357,372.66 with no increase to the total
Contract amount for revisions to the original design to meet the permitting
requirements of reviewing agencies including, South Florida Water Management
District (SFWMD), Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (WUD), and
Planning, Zoning, and Building (PZB). These revisions include additional earthwork, modifications to the onsite drainage system, the
relocation of a new fire line and fire hydrant, and modification of the
sanitary sewer cleanout location. Policy and Procedures Memorandum (PPM)
CW-F-050 authorizes Construction Departments to approve a $0 change order
associated with a CUD (CUD Change Order), which must subsequently be presented
as a receive and file item if the change order would
have required BCC approval but for use of the contract contingency. Change
Order No. 2 is a $0 CUD Change Order. This item is being submitted to notify
the BCC of a $0 CUD Change Order in accordance with PPM CW-F-050. Countywide (SB)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
G. OFFICE
OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT & BUDGET
1. Staff recommends
motion to approve: a
negotiated settlement offer in the amount of $137,300 for the full satisfaction
of two (2) code compliance liens entered against the
Estate of Leif Myhre (the Estate) as a result of Cases C-2016-06090052 and
C-2017-12060001. Summary: In the Case C-2016-06090052, the Estate was
cited for roof repairs completed without a permit and because the permits for
the single-family dwelling, cabana, boathouse, and shed were never completed
and had expired. In Case 2017-12060001, the Estate was cited for a
deteriorating roof and interior walls, a partially collapsed cross beam in the
front entrance, and the dilapidated exterior structure of the balcony in the
rear of the property. On June 6, 2018, a Code Compliance Special Magistrate
(CCSM) issued orders in both cases, providing 120 days to correct the
violations in C-2016-06090052 or a fine of $75 per day; and providing 90 days
to correct the violations in C-2017-12060001 or a fine of $50 per day.
Compliance with the CCSM’s orders was not timely achieved, resulting in the
imposition of $75 fine per day for C-2016-06090052 and a $50
fine per day for C-2017-12060001. The CCSM executed two (2) orders imposing a
code compliance lien entered against the Estate on
January 21, 2019 and June 19, 2019, respectively. The Code Compliance Division (Code
Compliance) issued an affidavit of compliance for the property stating the
violations were corrected for both liens on March 25,
2026. The total fine amount for both cases on June 2, 2026, the date on which
settlement discussions began, amounted to $343,003.02. Waldo H. Carkhuff, the personal
representative for the Estate, has agreed to pay Palm Beach County $137,300
(40%) for the full settlement of the two (2) outstanding code compliance liens.
This is a non-homestead property. District
5 (SF)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
H. FACILITIES
DEVELOPMENT & OPERATIONS
1. Staff recommends
motion to approve:
Amendment No. 1 to the continuing asbestos and industrial hygiene consulting
services contract (R2025-1745) with Partner Assessment Corporation dba Partner
Engineering and Science, Inc. (Consultant) to incorporate the omitted proposal
pages into Exhibit C and standard County language to the terms and conditions
regarding Digital Accessibility Compliance. Summary: On December
2, 2025, the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) approved the continuing
asbestos and industrial hygiene consulting services contract with the
Consultant for various capital improvement/renovation/maintenance projects
countywide. Amendment No. 1 incorporates the proposal pages into Exhibit C that
were inadvertently omitted from the version of the contract previously
approved. Additionally, Amendment No. 1 adds standard County language to the
terms and conditions regarding Digital Accessibility Compliance. This
continuing contract was presented to the Goal Setting Committee (GSC) on
November 6, 2024 and the GSC established the following
Affirmative Procurement Initiative (API): a Small Business Enterprise (SBE)
Evaluation Preference for Prime Bidders. The GSC did not establish a mandatory
SBE subcontracting goal due to the limited subcontracting opportunities. There
is no fiscal impact associated with this item. (Capital Improvements Division) Countywide (MWJ)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
H. FACILITIES
DEVELOPMENT & OPERATIONS
2. Staff recommends
motion to approve: annual contract with the following
contractor for Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Remediation services on an as-needed
basis through August 21, 2028.
Contractor Status SBE or Non- SBE
Air Duct Aseptics,
LLC Non-Local Non-SBE
Summary: On August 22, 2023, the Board of County
Commissioners (BCC) approved the annual IAQ remediation services contracts
(R2023-1090 through R2023-1095). The
work consists of indoor air quality, infectious disease, and blood
borne pathogen remediation services on an as-needed basis. The
contractor now joins the list of nine (9) prequalified contractors for a total
of ten (10) prequalified contractors with a contract expiration date of August
21, 2028. The specific requirements of the work will be determined by
individual work orders issued against this annual IAQ remediation services
contract. These contracts are five (5) year indefinite-quantity contracts with
a maximum cumulative value of $3,000,000 across all prequalified contractors.
Work will be awarded as work orders on a lump-sum,
competitively bid basis across all prequalified
contractors. Contractors may qualify at any time and be added to this annual
IAQ remediation services contract before the term ends. Projects
less than $150,000 are bid among the pool of prequalified contractors. Projects
$150,000 or greater are advertised on the vendor
self-service (VSS) website and are bid among the pool of pre-qualified
contractors while projects $200,000 or greater are additionally advertised in the newspaper. The
bidding pool is further expanded, for projects $150,000 or greater, to include
additional bidders responding to the specific project advertisement that submit
a qualification application at least ten (10) calendar days before the bid due
date. This contract was presented to the Goal Setting Committee (GSC) on March
15, 2023, and the GSC established the following Affirmative Procurement
Initiative (API): a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) price preference where an
SBE contractor will be given a price preference if its bid is within 10% of the
lowest non-small business bid. There is no
fiscal impact associated with this item. (Capital Improvements Division)
Countywide (MWJ)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
H. FACILITIES
DEVELOPMENT & OPERATIONS
3. Staff
recommends motion to approve:
the reappointment of one (1) member to the Palm Beach County Property Review
Committee (PRC) for a term of three (3) years beginning October 1, 2026, to
September 30, 2029:
|
Reappointment Nominee |
Seat No. |
Seat Requirement |
|
Grady Cecil
Jackson |
1 |
Representative from the Palm Beach County
Property Appraiser’s Office |
Summary: The PRC is an Advisory Board that is
charged with reviewing, evaluating, and advising the Board of County
Commissioners (BCC) regarding real estate transactions involving the purchase
(including eminent domain), sale, or exchange of real property upon certain
triggers being met or value thresholds exceeded. On October 8, 2019, the BCC
adopted Palm Beach County Resolution No. 2019-1585, which re-established the
PRC comprised of three (3) members appointed at-large by the BCC and its term
limits. Each member must meet specific seat requirements. Each seat is for a term of three (3)
years. Seat No. 1 must be filled by a representative from the Palm Beach County Property
Appraiser’s Office. On August 22, 2023, the BCC approved Mr. Jackson to serve
on the PRC for the duration of an initial three (3) year term, which expires on
September 30, 2026. Mr. Jackson has
agreed, if reappointed, to continue to serve on the PRC for an additional term
of three (3) years ending on September 30, 2029. The PRC has two (2) seats currently
filled. (Property & Real Estate Management) Countywide (ZQ)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
H. FACILITIES
DEVELOPMENT & OPERATIONS
4. Staff recommends
motion to approve: annual
contracts with the following contractors for low voltage services on an
as-needed basis through August 17, 2031.
Contractors
Status SBE
or Non-SBE
1.
Fire
and Security Solutions Inc. Local
SBE
2.
Peerson
Audio, Inc. d/b/a Automated, Local SBE
d/b/a
Peerson Pro
3.
Protect
Video, Inc. Local SBE
4.
Universal
Cabling Systems, Inc. Local SBE
5.
Security
101 Holdings, LLC d/b/a Local Non-SBE
Security 101
Summary: The purpose of this contract is to
pre-qualify contractors to provide low voltage services on an as-needed basis. The work includes, but is
not limited to, new installations, replacements, and/or repair of low voltage
equipment. The specific requirements of the work shall be determined by
individual work orders issued against this annual low voltage contract. These contracts are five (5) year
indefinite-quantity contracts with a maximum cumulative value of $5,000,000
across all prequalified contractors. Work will be awarded as work orders on a lump-sum, competitively bid basis across all prequalified contractors. Contractors may qualify at any
time and be added to this annual low voltage services contract before the term
ends. Projects less than $150,000 are bid among the pool of prequalified
contractors. Projects $150,000 or greater
are advertised on the vendor self-service (VSS) website and are bid among the
pool of pre-qualified contractors while projects
$200,000 or greater are additionally advertised in the
newspaper. The bidding pool is further expanded, for projects $150,000 or
greater, to include additional bidders responding to the specific project
advertisement that submit a qualification application at least ten (10)
calendar days before the bid due date. Bidders without an annual low voltage
contract responding to the specific project advertisement shall submit a qualification
application at least ten (10) calendar days before the bid due date. Currently,
five (5) contractors are prequalified. The annual low voltage services contract
was presented to the Goal Setting Committee (GSC) on February 4, 2026, and the
GSC established the following Affirmative Procurement Initiative (API): a Small
Business Enterprise (SBE) price preference where an SBE contractor will be
given a price preference if its bid is within 10% of the lowest non-small
business bid. SBE will be tracked cumulatively for all work orders issued. (Capital Improvements Division) Countywide
(MWJ)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
H. FACILITIES
DEVELOPMENT & OPERATIONS
5. Staff recommends
motion to approve: Third Amendment to the Agreement (R2022-1245) with the Friends of Mounts Botanical Garden, Inc. (FMBG) (Agreement) to
extend the term of the agreement from October 18, 2026, to October 17,
2027, for the development of a new Master Plan (Master Plan) for the Mounts
Botanical Garden (Garden), and to incorporate the County’s standard Digital
Accessibility Compliance provision. Summary: On October 18, 2022, the
Board of County Commissioners (BCC)
approved the Agreement with FMBG for the development of a new Master Plan for the Garden. The First Amendment
(R2024-1325) extended the term through October 17, 2025, and the Second
Amendment (R2025-1243) extended the term through October 17, 2026. To allow
adequate time for continued collaboration with County staff and for the
consulting firm, Perkins + Will, Inc., selected by FMBG, to develop the Master
Plan proposal, FMBG is requesting to exercise the final of three (3) one
(1)-year renewal options under the Agreement. FMBG has executed the Third
Amendment, which extends the term to October 17, 2027, and the renewal now
requires approval by the BCC. The Third Amendment extends the term of the
Agreement and adds the County’s standard Digital Accessibility Compliance
provision. Other than the changes set forth herein, all other terms remain the
same. There is no fiscal impact associated with this item. (FDO Admin) District 2/Countywide
(MWJ)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
H. FACILITIES
DEVELOPMENT & OPERATIONS
6. Staff recommends
motion to:
A) approve the Fifth
Amendment to the Sole Source Agreement (Agreement) with Tartan Oil LLC f/k/a
Saratoga Rack Marketing LLC (Tartan) to extend the term of the Agreement for
Purchase and Delivery of Gasoline and Diesel Fuel from October 1, 2026, to
September 30, 2031, and to update standard contract provisions; and
B)
delegate authority to
the County Administrator or designee, to execute all subsequent amendments that
do not substantially change the scope of work, terms, or conditions.
Summary: The Agreement sets forth the terms and
conditions under which Tartan provides for the sale and delivery of fuel for
the County (including Fire Rescue and Palm Tran) and the Sheriff’s Office and
is set to expire on September 30, 2026. The Agreement included one (1) five (5)
year renewal option, which is being exercised through this Fifth Amendment.
Tartan has approved the renewal to extend the term of the Agreement from October 1, 2026, to September 30,
2031, and the renewal now requires approval by the Board of County
Commissioners (BCC). Upon approval of this Amendment, the Agreement will be
extended through September 30, 2031, and no additional renewal options will
remain. This Fifth Amendment extends the term and updates certain standard
provisions, including the Nondiscrimination, Scrutinized Entities, and E-Verify
provisions, and adds the following provisions: Counterparts, Nongovernmental
Entity Human Trafficking Affidavit, Disclosure of Foreign Gifts, and Digital
Accessibility Compliance. Other than the changes set forth herein, all other
terms remain the same. The County is required to purchase no less than 85% of
466,000 gallons/month (5,600,000 gallons/year) of Ethanol gasoline and Ultra
Low Sulfur diesel fuel throughout the term of the Agreement. The quantity of
fuel purchased by the County has remained very consistent over time, with
expenditures largely dependent on the price of fuel. The estimated expenditures
(capacity of the Agreement) over the five (5) year term is
$85,000,000. Funding for this Agreement is budgeted in FDO/Fleet Management and
Palm Tran’s operating budget. Fleet Management will administer the Agreement,
and costs associated with purchases under the Agreement will be passed through
to the user departments. Countywide (MWJ)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
H. FACILITIES
DEVELOPMENT & OPERATIONS
7. Staff recommends
motion to approve:
A) annual
contracts with the following contractors for minor construction services on an
as-needed basis through January 13, 2030; and
Contractors
Status SBE
or Non-SBE
1. Lego
Construction Co. Local
Non-SBE
2. NuJak Construction of South Forida, LLC Local SBE
3. Underwater
Engineering Services, Inc. Non-Local Non-SBE
B) Work
Order No. 26-026 (Work Order) to the annual minor construction services
contract with Andrea Construction, Inc. (Andrea Construction) in the amount of
$833,740.00 for the New Park Ridge Golf Maintenance Building (Project) located
at 9011 Lantana Road in Lake Worth for a
period of 280 calendar days from notice to proceed.
Summary: On January 14, 2025, the Board of County
Commissioners (BCC) approved the annual minor construction services contracts
(R2025-0081 through R2025-0083). The work consists of minor construction
services associated with repairs, improvements, and renovations to County-owned
properties on an as-needed basis. The contractors now join the list of 32
prequalified contractors for a total of 35 prequalified contractors with a
contract expiration date of January 13, 2030. The specific requirements of the
work will be determined by individual work orders issued against this annual
minor construction services contract. These contracts have a maximum cumulative
value of $25,000,000 across all prequalified
contractors. Work will be awarded as work orders on a lump-sum,
competitively bid basis across all prequalified
contractors. Contractors may qualify at any time and be added to this annual
minor construction services contract before the term ends. Projects
less than $150,000 are bid among the pool of prequalified contractors. Projects $150,000 or greater are
advertised on the vendor self-service (VSS) website and are bid among the pool
of prequalified contractors while projects $200,000 or greater are additionally
advertised in the newspaper. The bidding pool is further expanded, for projects
$150,000 or greater, to include additional bidders responding to the specific
project advertisement that submit a qualification application at least ten (10)
calendar days before the bid due date.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
H. FACILITIES
DEVELOPMENT & OPERATIONS
7. SUMMARY
(cont’d.): The Project
located at 9011 Lantana Road in Lake Worth,
consists of the demolition and replacement of the prefabricated metal building.
The approximately 5,000 square foot metal structure that was utilized by
Mosquito Control Division and Parks and Recreation was deemed unsafe for
occupancy due to structural concerns and needs to be replaced. Pursuant to the
BCC direction provided on July 7, 2026, regarding the comprehensive overview of
the County’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 – FY 2031 Capital Improvement Program, this
Project meets the criteria for funding approval. The Work Order authorizes
turnkey construction services necessary to furnish all labor, equipment,
devices, tools, materials, transportation, professional services, supervision,
shop drawings, permitting, and all miscellaneous requirements necessary to
complete the Project. The Project includes, but is not limited to, the
demolition of the existing prefabricated metal storage building and the reuse
of the existing concrete foundation. The new building is to include two (2) new
office spaces, one (1) ADA-compliant accessible restroom, air conditioning for
the offices, salvaging existing select equipment for reuse, exterior plumbing
connections for restroom fixtures, all new electrical, plumbing and lighting
associated with the new building, and installation of a new fire hydrant with
associated piping. This Project was competitively advertised, and new
contractors were invited to bid on the Project by submitting prequalification
documents prior to the submission of the bid response. The Contractor will have 280 calendar days
from notice to proceed to substantially complete the Project. Liquidated
damages for failure to achieve certification of substantial completion within
the contract time or approved time extension thereof
are $120 per day. The annual minor construction services contract was presented
to the Goal Setting Committee (GSC) on October 2, 2024
and the GSC established the following Affirmative Procurement Initiatives
(APIs): a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) price preference where an SBE
contractor will be given a price preference if its bid is within 10% of the
lowest non-small business bid on single trade projects or a minimum mandatory
25% SBE subcontracting goal for multi-trade projects. The SBE participation for
this Work Order is 92.49%. To date, the overall SBE participation achieved on
the annual minor construction services contract is 49.02%. Funding for this Project is from the Public Building Improvement Fund. (Capital
Improvements Division) District 6 (MWJ)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
J. PLANNING,
ZONING & BUILDING
1. Staff recommends motion to approve:
reappointment of one (1) member to the
Building Code Advisory Board (BCAB) for the
term September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2029:
Re-appointment Seat Requirement
Nominated by
Thomas
Hogarth 11 Engineer Florida
Engineering Society,
Palm Beach Chapter
Summary: The BCAB was established by a Special Act of the Florida Legislature in 1974, and amended in 2025 to broaden the definition of a
Building Official, thereby expanding the pool of qualified candidates who can
serve as Board members. The term of office for Board members is three (3) years, with no limit to the number of terms a
member may serve. The Board currently has 13 members: one (1) architect, one (1) engineer, one
(1) plumbing contractor, one (1) roofing contractor, one (1) aluminum
contractor, one (1) HVAC contractor, six (6) building officials, and one (1)
electrical contractor. The Board is comprised of 16 seats
with 13 currently
filled. Countywide (RM)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
L. ENVIRONMENTAL
RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
1. Staff recommends
motion to receive and file:
A) Task Assignment Number 1 to the State of Florida,
Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Contract No. GC196 (R2026-0485)
(Contract GC196) providing for ongoing site management activities for cleanup
of petroleum contamination sites for an amount not to exceed $660,337. The task
assignment performance period is from July 1, 2026
through June 30, 2027; and
B)
Task
Assignment Number 10 to FDEP Contract No. GC913 (R2017-0838) (Contract GC913)
providing for routine
compliance inspections at 637 petroleum storage tank facilities within Palm
Beach, Martin, and St. Lucie Counties for an amount not to exceed $589,061.53. The task assignment performance period
is from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.
Summary:
On April 21, 2026, the Board of County
Commissioners (BCC) approved Contract GC196 to administer the Petroleum
Restoration Program (PRP) through the Department of Environmental Resources
Management (ERM). Delegated authority to sign all future time extensions, task
assignments, certifications, and other forms associated with this Contract was
approved at that time. On June 20, 2017, the BCC approved Contract GC913 to
administer the Permitting and Compliance Assistance Program (PCAP) through ERM.
Delegated authority to sign all future time extensions, task assignments,
certifications, and other forms associated with this Contract was approved at
that time. In accordance with PPM CW-O-051, all delegated contracts, agreements
and grants must be submitted by the initiating department as a receive and file agenda item. There is no cost to the County. Countywide (FM)
2. Staff recommends
motion to receive and file: Task Assignment Number PM6 to Contract No.
FWC21149 with Florida Fish and
Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)
(Contract), provides aquatic vegetation control services for water
bodies within Palm Beach County (PBC) and a cost reimbursement of $50,900, for
a term beginning upon execution through June 30, 2027. Summary: On April 12,
2022, the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) approved Contract (R2022-0361)
for aquatic vegetation control services in the following lakes: Clarke, Ida,
Osborne, and Pine. Delegated authority
to execute all future time extensions, task assignments, certifications, and
any other forms associated with this Contract was also approved at that time.
The Contract facilitates PBC treatment and control of aquatic exotic plants within
the Chain of Lakes. PBC work is reimbursed by FWC. In accordance with
County PPM CW-O-051, all delegated contracts, agreements and grants must be
submitted by the initiating department as a receive and file agenda item. There
is no cost to the County. Districts 2, 3, & 4 (FM)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
P. COOPERATIVE EXTENSION
SERVICE
2. Staff
recommends motion to approve: reappointment
of seven (7) existing At-Large members on the
Agricultural Enhancement Council (AEC), for the term of September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2028.
Name Seat Recommended by
Mike Atchison 1, Ag
Producer in Ag Reserve PBC Farm Bureau
Krista Erickson 2, Ag
Producer outside Ag Reserve Cooperative
Extension
Brandon Balch 5, Plant
nursery/landscaping PBC FNGLA
Stephen Basore 6, Marketer,
wholesaler, processor Cooperative
Extension
John Taylor, Jr. 7,
Agricultural support industry Western PBC Farm Bureau
Rick Roth 8, EAA
vegetable producer Western PBC Farm Bureau
Richard Faver 9,
Equestrian industry Cooperative
Extension
Summary: The primary function of the AEC is to make
recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) on matters
concerning agricultural business and associated topics. The Cooperative
Extension Department (CED) sent memorandums to the BCC on March 27, 2026 and June 30, 2026 requesting
nominations. The AEC consists of 11 At-Large members appointed by the BCC for
seats representing agricultural business interests in the County, members of
the farming community, and other citizens associated with agriculture. There are currently seven (7) seats filled
and four (4) seats are vacant. Countywide
(SF)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
S. FIRE
RESCUE
1. Staff recommends
motion to approve: a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between Palm Beach County and the
Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County (CSC) providing funding of up
to $137,500 for the Drowning Prevention Coalition (DPC) for a period of one (1)
year, commencing on October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027. Summary: The MOA provides $137,500
of funding from CSC for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 for the DPC program, managed by
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue. The MOA allocates $50,000 of the funds to DPC
expenses, $50,000 to fund vouchers for swimming lessons for children between
the ages of two (2) and 17 within Palm Beach County. The remaining $37,500 will
fund the Glades Swim Initiative at Pioneer Park Aquatic Center in Belle Glade,
to cover the costs of swimming lessons and group transportation. The vouchers
are redeemed by the public at designated aquatic facilities within Palm Beach
County. The DPC is funded by a transfer from the general fund
and this CSC funding will defray some costs associated with the program. Countywide (RM)
2. Staff recommends
motion to:
A) accept a Notice of Grant Award for the
purchase of Fire Rescue Water Vessels for Hazard Mitigation (Water Vessels)
(HF1503) (SF1051) from the Florida Department of Financial Services (FDFS) in
the amount of up to $200,000 for a period from July 1, 2026
through June 30, 2027;
B) delegate
authority to the
County Administrator, or designee, to accept, approve, execute and submit,
electronically or otherwise, on County’s behalf the Grant Award, contract,
representations, certifications, acknowledgments, assurances, standard forms
and documents, reimbursement requests, amendments, time frame changes, and
other necessary documents, that do not substantially change the general scope
of terms and conditions of the Grant; and
C) approve a Budget Amendment
of $200,000 within the Fire/Rescue Municipal Service Taxing Unit Fund to
recognize the Grant Award from the FDFS.
Summary:
In 2026, the County submitted a Florida Senate – Local Funding Initiative
Request for Water Vessels. The $200,000 funding request was sponsored by
Senator Lori Berman and the FDFS (CSFA 43.010) Notice
of Grant Award was received on July 1, 2026. The Grant Award provides up to
$200,000 of funding from FDFS for the purchase of a boat and trailer for Lake
Okeechobee and an airboat, trailer, and tow vehicle for the Arthur Marshall Wildlife Reserve. The
equipment will increase the readiness to respond to water related incidents.
The equipment must be purchased within the defined performance period of one
(1) year. The Grant Award requires a 50% match ($200,000) which will be
funded through Fire Rescue Contingency Reserves. Countywide (SB)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
X. PUBLIC
SAFETY
1. Staff recommends
motion to approve: First
Amendment to the Agreement R2021-1235 (Agreement) with Jewish Volunteer
Ambulance Corps Inc. f/k/a Hatzalah of Palm Beach County Inc. (Participant),
for interoperable communications through the countywide emergency medical
services (EMS) and common talk groups of the County’s 800 MHz Radio System
(County’s System) for the term of September 15, 2026
through September 14, 2031. Summary: The Agreement with the Participant establishes the terms and
conditions under which the Participant may program its radios and utilize the
countywide EMS and common talk groups for certain types of inter-agency
communications. Under the terms of the Agreement the Participant is responsible
for all costs associated with its subscriber units and must comply with the
established operating procedures for the County’s System. The Agreement
includes two (2) renewal options and expires on September 14, 2026. The
Participant has approved the first renewal option extending the term to
September 14, 2031. Upon approval by the Board of County Commissioners (BCC), this
First Amendment renews the term, formally acknowledges Hatzalah of Palm Beach
Inc. name change to Jewish Volunteer Ambulance Corps Inc., modifies the
Insurance, Notices, Non-Discrimination, and E-Verify Employment Eligibility
provisions and adds standard County Public Records, Disclosure of Foreign Gifts
and Contracts with Foreign Countries of Concern, Human Trafficking Affidavit,
and Digital Accessibility Compliance provisions. Countywide (RS)
2. Staff recommends
motion to approve: a First Amendment to Contract for Adult Reentry
Services with The Lord’s Place, Inc. (TLP) (R2025-1710) increasing the overall
contract amount by $21,564 for the period October 1, 2025
through September 30, 2026 for a new Contract amount
of $211,856. Summary: Palm Beach
County's (PBC) Public Safety Department Division of Justice Services, entered
into a Contract with TLP on November 18, 2025, to provide case management and
other support services for individuals returning to PBC following
incarceration. These services are funded by ad valorem revenues and the federal
Edward Byrne Memorial Justice
Assistance Grant (JAG) Program (CFDA #16.738). Following a review of JAG funded
expenditures and in order to spend down the grant funding, $21,564 needs to be reallocated to TLP for
case management services for a new total Contract amount of $211,856. This
reallocates existing budgeted grant funds to TLP and does not require any
additional funding. All other terms and
conditions of the original Contract remain unchanged. Approximately 586 adults have been served by
the County’s Reentry Program in Fiscal Year (FY) 2026. This includes 21
pre-release new enrollments at Sago Palm and 185 post-release new
enrollments. Countywide (RS)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
AA. PALM TRAN
1. Staff recommends motion to approve: an Amendment for Extension of the Public Transportation Grant
Agreement (PTGA) (Contract G3B14) with the Florida Department of Transportation
(FDOT) (Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Number 20.513) to extend
the end date from September 5, 2026 to July 21, 2028 for the purchase of Paratransit vehicles. Summary:
The PTGA covers 90% of the capital funding for the replacement of
Paratransit vehicles that have reached the end of their useful life. The PTGA
is scheduled to expire on September 5, 2026. The Agreement currently has an
unliquidated balance of $1,904,391, which will enable Palm Tran to purchase the
required Paratransit vehicles. Approval of the proposed extension, from
September 5, 2026, through July 21, 2028, will provide staff with the necessary
time to complete
the piggyback procurement process and finalize
the ordering of the
paratransit vehicles, ensuring continued access to the remaining funds under
the Agreement. Under Section 5310, funded vehicles/equipment must be used to
transport seniors and individuals with disabilities within the area for which
they were awarded. The Amendment will become effective upon approval of the
FDOT. Countywide (MMM)
CC. SHERIFF
1. Staff recommends motion
to receive and file: a Grant Amendment Notice
(GAN) from the State Board of Immigration Enforcement (SBIE) to extend the
grant period through June 30, 2027. Summary:
On January 6, 2026, the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) accepted a
Grant Award on behalf of PBSO in the amount of $994,373.50 to conduct
immigration enforcement activities in partnership with Immigration Custom
Enforcement (ICE) (R2026-0093) for the grant period February 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
On May 5, 2026, the BCC accepted a GAN which provided $996,357.90 in
supplemental funds to purchase additional equipment, increasing the total award
to $1,990,731.40 (R2026-0605). This GAN
extends the grant period through June 30, 2027. There is no match requirement associated with this
award. The Catalog of State
Financial Assistance (CSFA) number is 71.158, and the agreement number is
IG018. Countywide (RS)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
CC. SHERIFF
2. Staff recommends
motion to:
A) receive and file the first, second,
third and fourth quarterly disbursements from the Florida Department of Law
Enforcement (FDLE) for the FY 2025-2026 Statewide Criminal Analysis Laboratory
System Project; and
B) approve a Budget Amendment of $21,166 in the
Sheriff’s Grant Fund.
Summary: The FDLE provides financial
assistance to five (5) locally funded laboratories within the State of Florida,
including Palm Beach County. The Palm
Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO) operates the Palm Beach County Crime Laboratory.
The Board of County Commissioners (BCC) accepted an Agreement for State
Financial Assistance on behalf of PBSO on December 2, 2026 (R2025-1785). Since
the total award is not known in advance, $300,000 was budgeted in the Sheriff’s
Grant Fund. The total final award amount is $321,165.99. Thus, a Budget
Amendment is required to increase the grant budget by $21,165.99. There
is no match requirement
associated with this award. The Catalog of State Financial Assistance (CSFA)
number is 71.002 and the grant agreement number is
VC004. Countywide (RS)
3. Staff recommends
motion to receive and file: Modification #1 to Grant Award Agreement between the United States
(U.S.) Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs (OJP) and the Palm
Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO), to extend the period of performance of
the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 DNA Capacity Enhancement and Backlog Reduction (CEBR)
from September 30, 2026 to June 30, 2027. Summary: On January 7, 2025, the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) accepted a
FY 2024 DNA CEBR Grant Award in the amount of $301,202 for the period
October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2026
(3CC6). Modification #1 will extend the
period of performance through June 30, 2027 to allow
additional time for project implementation. There is no match requirement associated with this award. The Catalog of Federal Domestic
Assistance (CFDA) Number for this program is 16.036
and the contract number is 15PBJA-24-GG-02649-DNAX. Countywide (RS)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
DD. TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
1. Staff recommends motion to receive
and file: a fully executed Palm Beach County Fiscal Year (FY) 2026, Category “G” Grant Agreement
managed by the Palm Beach County Sports Commission,
Inc. (Sports Commission), on behalf
of the Palm Beach County Tourist Development Council (TDC) with Perfect
Game Incorporated, for the promotion of the Perfect Game Summer Series held
June 15, 2026 through July 28, 2026,
for the grant term of October 15, 2025 through October 28, 2026. This grant funding was
approved by the TDC on February 19, 2025, in the amount of $95,000.
Summary:
In accordance with County PPM CW-O-051, all delegated contracts,
agreements, and grants must be
submitted by the initiating Department as a receive
and file agenda item. On June 7, 1994, the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) adopted Resolution R94-702, as amended,
authorizing the County Administrator and/or the Executive Director of
the TDC to enter into grant agreements
with Category “G” (Sports) grantees after they have been approved by the TDC.
Room nights generated for Perfect
Game Incorporated/ Perfect Game Summer Series are estimated to be 8,181.
Countywide (YBH)
2. Staff recommends motion to receive
and file: a fully executed Palm Beach County Fiscal Year (FY) 2026, Category “G” Grant Agreement
managed by the Palm Beach County Sports Commission,
Inc. (Sports Commission), on behalf
of the Palm Beach County Tourist Development Council (TDC) with The
National Junior Tour, LLC for the promotion of the Junior Tour Powered by Under
Armour Summer Nationals, held June 24 - 26, 2026, for the grant term of January 24, 2026 through
September 26, 2026. This grant funding was approved by the TDC on November
13, 2025, in the amount of
$25,000. Summary: In accordance with County PPM CW-O-051, all
delegated contracts, agreements, and grants
must be submitted by the initiating Department as a receive
and file agenda item. On June 7, 1994, the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) adopted Resolution R94-702, as amended,
authorizing the County Administrator and/or the Executive Director of
the TDC to enter into grant agreements
with Category “G” (Sports) grantees after they have been approved by the TDC.
Room nights generated for The
National Junior Tour, LLC/Junior Tour Powered by Under Armour
Summer Nationals were 2,000.
Countywide (YBH)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
EE. CAREERSOURCE
1. Staff recommends
motion to adopt: a
Resolution of the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) of Palm Beach County,
Florida approving the CareerSource Palm Beach County (CSPBC) Fiscal Year (FY)
2026-2027 Budget in the amount of $12,423,722 for its programs under Public Law
113-128, enacted by Congress effective July 1, 2015, which Act is known as the
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity
Act (WIOA) of 2014. Summary: On December 16, 2014 (R2014-1894), the BCC approved a
contract to administer grant funds with CSPBC which include services for the
design, coordination, and implementation of the Local Workforce Development
System for Palm Beach County (County). CSPBC receives Federal funding through
the State Department of Commerce, formerly the Department of Economic
Opportunity. In alignment with the
BCC’s approval, CSPBC was authorized to administer grant funds and oversee the
design, coordination, and implementation of the Local Workforce Development
System. CSPBC now seeks continued
support through the approval of the Workforce Budget to fulfill its Federally
funded mandate by receiving funds via the State of Florida’s Department of
Commerce to effectively deliver employment, training, and economic development
services across the County. Funds are
received by the Department of Commerce from the US Department of Labor, US
Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), and the US Department of
Agriculture (USDA). These are formula funds which are based on the Federal
budget and the local population statistics. The FY 2026-2027 Budget, in the
amount of $12,423,722, includes the following revenue sources: $9,123,295 from
the US Department of Labor; $2,725,936 from HHS for Temporary Assistance for
Needy Families (TANF); and $369,343 from USDA for the Supplemental Nutrition
Assistance Program (SNAP). Countywide (RS)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
EE. CAREERSOURCE
2. Staff
recommends motion to approve:
A) one (1) appointment to the CareerSource Palm Beach County, Inc. Board of
Directors (Board) for the term of September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2029; and
|
Appointment |
Seat
No. |
Area
of Representation |
Nominated By |
|
Brenda Bryant |
25 |
Consortium Appointment |
City of South Bay |
B) one (1) appointment to the Board for the term September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2030.
|
Appointment |
Seat
No. |
Area
of Representation |
Nominated By |
|
Maria Novoa |
17 |
BU- Business Representative |
Florida Power & Light Company |
Summary: The Board’s mission is
to develop
a more efficient system to prepare Floridians for high skill and high wage jobs, and to oversee Welfare Reform,
School-to-Work, and Adult/Literacy educational training. On October 22, 2024, the Board of County Commissioners (BCC)
approved the Interlocal
Agreement Palm Beach Workforce Development Consortium (R2024-1435) (Agreement),
which replaced prior Agreements. The
federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act requests that an emphasis be
placed on Chief Executive Officers or highest level of management positions for
both community and business sector appointments. The Board approved the
appointments of Ms. Brenda Bryant and Ms. Maria Novoa
at their June 25, 2026 meeting. Ms. Brenda
Bryant will replace past board member Ms. Tatiana Messerole
and Ms. Maria Novoa will replace Mr. Alex Dobin. Ms. Brenda Bryant is the City
Manager at the City of Pahokee and Ms. Maria Novoa is the Human Resources
Business Partner at NextEra Energy. There are currently 23 seats and 22 are
filled. Countywide (RS)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
3. CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
FF. INTERNAL
AUDITOR
1. Staff
recommends motion to receive and file:
A) Audit Report #2026-03 Community Services
Department – Gulfstream Goodwill Industries Financial Assistance Agreement.
(Audit Work Plan #2024-01); and
B)
Audit Recommendation Follow-up Status Report as of May 15, 2026.
Summary: The County Code
requires the County Internal Auditor to submit copies of final audit reports to
the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) and the Internal Audit Committee. The
County Code also requires the County Internal Auditor to issue semi-annual
audit recommendation status reports to the BCC and the Internal Audit
Committee. At its Internal Audit Committee meeting held on June 17, 2026, the
Committee reviewed the semi-annual audit recommendation status report.
The final report for
the Community Services Department has been scheduled for review at the
September 16, 2026, meeting. We are submitting these
reports to the BCC as required by the County Code. Countywide (DB)
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SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS – 9:30 A.M.
A) Proclamation declaring September 2026 as
National Preparedness Month. (District 6)
B) Proclamation declaring October 2026 as
Domestic Violence Awareness Month. (District 7)
C) Proclamation declaring September 2026 as Big
Brothers Big Sisters Month. (District 6)
D) Proclamation declaring September 16, 2026 as Glow Foundation Alliance Day. (District 7)
E) Proclamation declaring September 12 - 13,
2026 as Carnaval Palm Beaches Weekend. (District 6)
F) Proclamation declaring September 2026 as
2-1-1 Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month in Palm Beach County. (District 3)
G) Proclamation declaring November 7, 2026 as Chen Moore Day. (District 2)
H) Proclamation declaring September 15, 2026 –
October 15, 2026 as Hispanic Heritage Month. (District
3)
I) Proclamation declaring September 2026 as
National Voter Registration Month. (District 1)
J) Proclamation declaring September 2026 as
National Hunger Action Month. (District 5)
K) Proclamation declaring September 17 – 23,
2026 as Constitution Week. (District 1)
L) Proclamation declaring September 1, 2026 as Dr. Lindsay Butzer Day. (District 5)
M) Proclamation Celebrating 55 Years of
Countywide Transit Services. (District 1)
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SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
A. ENVIRONMENTAL
RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
1. Staff recommends
motion to approve: an
updated Management Plan (Plan) for Cypress Creek Natural Area. Summary: The initial Plan was approved by the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) on
August 13, 2013. The Plan identifies natural resources present on the natural
area and provides for the preservation, restoration, management and passive
recreational use of those resources. The Natural Areas Management Advisory
Committee (NAMAC) unanimously recommended the Plan for approval at its June 26,
2026 meeting. Annual management and operating costs,
including prescribed burns/mechanical vegetation reduction, ongoing
invasive/nonnative animal and plant control, repair and replacement of
facilities, and biological monitoring and reporting are estimated to be $1,455,246. This cost is for
the current fiscal year and is expected to increase as described in the Summary
of Fiscal Impact. Funds for capital improvements, and annual
management and operation of the site are expected to come from the Natural
Areas Fund, Natural Areas Stewardship Endowment Fund, and the Ag Reserve Land
Management Fund. District
1 (SF)
B. FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT
& OPERATIONS
1. Staff
recommends motion to approve:
A) an Agreement for Purchase and Sale with Ava W. Pence and Kenneth W.
Pence, husband and wife, for the acquisition of a property consisting of
approximately 1.11 acres parcel improved with a 2,177 sq. ft. single family
residence located at 6557 Donald Ross Road in unincorporated Palm Beach County
(Property), for the purposes of constructing a future Fire Station, at a
purchase price of $1,088,710 plus closing costs estimated to be $350;
B) a Memorandum of Agreement with Ava W. Pence
and Kenneth W. Pence, to be recorded in the public records to provide notice of
this Agreement; and
C) a Budget Transfer
of $1,150,000 within the Fire Rescue Improvement Fund to fund the acquisition
of property from Reserves.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
5. REGULAR
AGENDA
B. FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT
& OPERATIONS
1. Summary: In August 2023, the Town of Jupiter
(Jupiter) voted to establish its own EMS and Fire Rescue Service and terminate
the Interlocal Agreement (ILA) for Fire Protection and EMS Services (ILA) with
Palm Beach County, effective midnight September 30, 2026. Pursuant to the ILA, Jupiter holds
reversionary and re-entry rights over Fire Station 16 should the County cease
to provide fire rescue services to Jupiter. As a result of Jupiter’s decisions,
Fire Station 16, located within the municipal boundaries of Jupiter, will
revert to the town. This station
currently serves the residents of Jupiter and unincorporated Palm Beach County
primarily located west of Interstate 95. Staff has
been searching for alternate locations for a fire station that is strategically
located to provide timely and effective continued service to those residents in
unincorporated Palm Beach County currently being serviced by Fire Station 16.
Due to the nature of services Fire Rescue provides, staff was
constrained within certain geographic boundaries. While a number of properties
were explored, the same were not pursued due to a variety of reasons (e.g.
availability, access issues, price).
This led staff to pursue other creative options such as exploring
single-family homes which may be retrofitted as a fire station. The subject Property became available and met
the geographic criteria for service. Two
(2) appraisals were obtained from Callaway and Price, Inc. and Anderson and
Carr, valuing the Property at $1,075,000 and $1,040,000, respectively, with an
average appraised value of $1,057,500.
The Seller agreed to a purchase price of $1,088,710. In addition to the
purchase price, closing costs for the County are estimated to be $350. This
acquisition must be approved by a supermajority vote (5 Commissioners). (Property & Real Estate Management) District
1 (ZQ)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
5. REGULAR
AGENDA
C. COOPERATIVE EXTENSION
SERVICE
1. Staff recommends motion to approve:
A) a Budget Amendment in the amount of $13,259
for continued funding of a display gardens horticulturist position;
B) a Budget Transfer in the amount of $4,575
from the General Contingency Fund to the Cooperative Extension Revenue Fund;
and
C) a First Amendment to the Agreement dated
September 16, 2025 (R2025-1256) with the Friends of Mounts Botanical Garden,
Inc. (FMBG) for continued funding of a display gardens horticulturist position,
reflecting the increase of $17,196 in salary and benefits.
Summary: The Agreement was
approved on September 16, 2025 (R2025-1256) for the display gardens
horticulturist position which
was vacant at that time. The Agreement
required FMBG to fund $52,749, which was 65.5% of the salary and required the
County to fund $27,784, which was 34.5% of the salary. The employee hired for the position was
internal, and due to County processes, the new salary exceeded what was
originally anticipated due to an increase in benefits and a 6% salary
increase. Therefore, an increase to the
budget is necessary to account for the salary increase. The increase allows FMBG to continue to fund
65.5% of the salary and the County to fund 34.5% of the salary. Under the Amendment, FMBG will provide
funding to the County in an amount not to exceed $64,012 ($44,572 for salary
and $19,440 for fringe benefits) to support 65.5% of an existing display gardens
horticulturist position beginning October 1, 2025 and
ending on September 30, 2026. The County will be
funding the remaining $33,717 ($23,477 for salary and $10,242 for fringe
benefits) at a funding level of 34.5% for a total of $97,729. The position will continue to support the
Mounts Botanical Garden. District 2
(SF)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
5. REGULAR
AGENDA
D. PUBLIC SAFETY
1. Staff recommends
motion to approve on preliminary reading and permission to advertise for
public hearing on September 15, 2026 at 9:30 a.m.: AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA, REPEALING PALM BEACH COUNTY CODE,
CHAPTER 4, CODIFYING ORDINANCE 98-22, AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCES 2001-065,
2003-27, 2005-44, 2008-004, 2009-019, 2011-005,
2015-027, and 2016-045, “THE PALM BEACH COUNTY ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL
ORDINANCE”; AND ADOPTING A NEW PALM BEACH COUNTY ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL
ORDINANCE; PROVIDING FOR A SHORT TITLE; APPLICABILITY; PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS;
PROVIDING FOR FEMALES IN HEAT; PROVIDING FOR DOG AND CAT CONTROL; PROVIDING FOR
ANIMALS CREATING NUISANCES; PROVIDING FOR(SCIENTIFIC EXPERIMENTATION/ANIMALS AS
PRIZES; PROVIDING FOR INJURED ANIMALS, ACTION REQUIRED; PROVIDING FOR
KEEPING/ADOPTING STRAY ANIMALS; PROVIDING FOR ANIMAL WASTE; AMENDING SECTION
4-10 RABIES VACCINATIONS; AMENDING SECTION 4-11 DOG AND CAT RABIES/LICENSE
TAGS; PROVIDING FOR REDEMPTION AND ADOPTION; PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION FEES AND
STERILIZATION REQUIREMENTS FOR DOGS AND CATS; PROVIDING FOR RECORDS; PROVIDING
FOR HUMANE EDUCATION; PROVIDING FOR ANIMAL BITES AND QUARANTINING; RABIES
CONTROL; PROVIDING FOR GUARD DOGS; PROVIDING FOR EVICTIONS, INCARCERATIONS,
COMMUNITY SERVICE ADJUDICATIONS, AND OTHER INVOLUNTARY OCCURRENCES; EFFECT ON
ANIMALS; PROVIDING FOR DISPOSAL OF BODIES OF DEAD ANIMALS; PROVIDING FOR
LIVESTOCK; PROVIDING FOR NUMBER OF ANIMALS; ACREAGE RESTRICTIONS/EXCESS ANIMAL
HABITAT; PROVIDING FOR KENNEL, EXCESS ANIMAL HABITAT, COMMERCIAL BREEDER, PET
DEALER, PET SHOP, GROOMING PARLOR, AND COMMERCIAL STABLE PERMIT; PROVIDING FOR
ANIMAL CARE; MANNER OF KEEPING; PROVIDING FOR DOGS AND CATS OFFERED FOR SALE;
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR ANIMAL AGENCIES; PROVIDING FOR AGGRESSIVE
DOGS AND DANGEROUS DOGS; PROVIDING FOR STERILIZATION PROGRAM FOR DOGS AND CATS,
PROVIDING FOR HOBBY BREEDER PERMITS; PROVIDING FOR SPECIAL MASTER HEARINGS;
PROVIDING FOR INTERFERENCE WITH ENFORCEMENT; PROVIDING FOR ENFORCEMENT;
PENALTIES; PROVIDING FOR FIRST OFFENDERS COURSE; PROVIDING FOR COMMUNITY CATS;
PROVIDING FOR ELECTRONIC ANIMAL IDENTIFICATION DEVICE IMPLANTATION (EAID) FOR
ALL CATS; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF STATE STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL
OF LAWS IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE OF LAWS AND ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR
ENFORCEMENT; PROVIDING FOR PENALTY; PROVIDING FOR CAPTIONS; AND PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
5. REGULAR
AGENDA
D. PUBLIC SAFETY
1. Summary: The most significant changes in the proposed Amendment to the Animal
Care and Control (ACC) Ordinance are the following: makes it possible for Dog
and cat rabies/license tags to be acquired with a lifetime duration or with a
three (3) year duration, which will correspond with the expiration dates of the
three (3) year rabies vaccinations; encourages microchipping for dogs and
reduces the required stray hold period from four (4) days to (three (3) days)
72 hours for those dogs with no known owner and no identifying information;
changes how dangerous dogs are investigated, classified, and regulated, to be
in line with recent statutory changes including a new requirement that owners
(with classified Dangerous Dogs) carry liability insurance in an amount of at
least $100,000; requiring annual inspections for hobby breeder permit renewal;
establishes the criteria where other animal shelters and rescue organizations
can be a Stray Holding Partner and be authorized to house stray animals with
the same mandated hold times as ACC, preventing the animal from ever having to
come to ACC; provides authority to delay processing 1st offense
citations for those offenders who do not have current pet licenses and/or
current rabies vaccinations for their dogs/cats and giving them 15 days to
achieve compliance and have the citation internally dismissed; requires animal
agencies to obtain health certificates prior to importing animals from outside
the State of Florida; prohibits animal agencies from marketing animals
available for adoption in Palm Beach County if they were purchased from a pet
auction or commercial breeder, regardless of who purchased them; requires
animal agencies to be transparent with prospective adopters when animals have
bite history, history of having attacked other animals and/or known medical
conditions; requires the owner of any vacant land on which livestock are
maintained to prominently display, at all access points to the property, an
Animal Care-issued reference number. The reference number
shall correspond to emergency contact information maintained on file
with Animal Care and Control, ; allows for citations
to be heard before a special magistrate instead of County Court.
Processing citations through the administrative special magistrate process will
result in more fine revenue being retained by the County; and exempts active
law enforcement dogs from pet licensing requirements. The Ordinance revisions
were presented to the League of Cities on July 22, 2026
and was approved. A summary of the substantive changes
to the existing ACC Ordinance is attached to the agenda item. Countywide (SF)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
5. REGULAR
AGENDA
D. PUBLIC SAFETY
2. Staff recommends
motion to approve on preliminary reading and permission to advertise for a
public hearing on September 15, 2026 at 9:30 a.m.: AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF PALM BEACH COUNTY,
FLORIDA, AMENDING PALM BEACH COUNTY CODE CHAPTER 19, ARTICLE VIII (ORDINANCE
NO. 2022-021), PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS; PROVIDING FOR OPERATING PERMIT
REQUIRED; PROVIDING FOR NEW APPLICATIONS/RENEWALS AND ISSUANCE OF OPERATING
PERMIT, FEES; PROVIDING FOR INSPECTION OF STORAGE YARDS AND PUBLIC OFFICES
REQUIRED; PROVIDING FOR INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR TOW TRUCK
REGISTRATION, TOW TRUCK STANDARDS, DECALS; PROVIDING FOR NON-CONSENT MANIFEST,
TOWING INVOICE, OR TOW SHEET; PROVIDING FOR RECORDS REQUIRED; PROVIDING FOR
NON-CONSENT TOWING WITH PRIOR EXPRESS INSTRUCTION; PROVIDING FOR NON-CONSENT
TOW TRUCK COMPANY REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR MAXIMUM RATES; PROVIDING FOR TOW
TRUCK DRIVER REQUIREMENTS, FAILURE TO COMPLY; PROVIDING FOR ADDITIONAL
REQUIREMENTS FOR PROVIDING IMMOBILIZATION SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR CEASE AND
DESIST ORDER; PROVIDING FOR ENFORCEMENT OF PENALTIES, CIVIL AND CRIMINAL;
PROVIDING FOR ADMINISTRATIVE ENFORCEMENT, DENIAL, REVOCATION AND SUSPENSION OF
OPERATING PERMITS/I.D. BADGES; PROVIDING FOR ADDITIONAL PENALTIES; PROVIDING
FOR SCOPE OF ARTICLE; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF LAWS IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR
SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN
THE CODE OF LAWS AND ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR CAPTIONS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Summary: Due to changes in Section 713.78, Florida Statutes, staff
identified an administrative need to update the Towing and Immobilization Ordinance (Ordinance) to bring it in line with statutory language, in
addition to establishing a new research fee, that allows towing companies to
recover actual, documented costs incurred in processing and administering
individual tows. Staff and industry members identified several ways to
improve the Ordinance language to conform to Florida Statutes with respect to
the time period when itemized invoices are completed; the posting of rate
sheets; updated payment types; identifying the type of documentation permitted
to allow for the release of a vehicle; and improving general readability. The proposed
revisions allow for citations to be heard before a special magistrate instead
of County Court, which will result in
more fine revenue being retained by the County. The proposed revisions were presented to the
Consumer Affairs Hearing Board on May 20, 2026 and
League of Cities on July 22, 2026 with no objection.
Administration and enforcement of this Ordinance is funded entirely through
license fees. Countywide (RS)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
5. REGULAR
AGENDA
D. PUBLIC SAFETY
3. Staff recommends
motion to receive and file: the Criminal Justice Commission (CJC) Annual Plan Report (Report) as
presented by County staff and Michelle Suskauer, 2025 CJC Chair. Summary: Since its
establishment in 1988, the CJC has prepared and distributed an Annual Plan
Report to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) to inform the BCC of its
activities and accomplishments of the prior year and the current CJC strategic
Work Plan. The CJC held its Annual Planning Meeting on February 23, 2026, to
develop a strategic work plan aligned with the organization’s goals for the
year. Guided by the theme Challenges and Opportunities in the Palm Beach County
Criminal Justice System, the CJC identified key priorities across legislative,
court, juvenile justice, and behavioral health areas. On March 27, 2026, the
CJC approved these priorities, which include legislative initiatives such as
countywide e-bike regulation, vaping and THC law reform, open carry safe-space
amendments, and programs supporting at-risk youth. Court system priorities
focus on jury participation, interpreter workforce development, attorney
capacity, supervised release programs, and federal detainer tracking.
Behavioral and mental health priorities aim to improve crisis transportation,
family engagement, youth diversion, screenings, mentorship, and resource
mapping, alongside updated probable-cause affidavits. This Report provides
details of each of the CJC committees and projects and activities they engaged
in during 2025 and the upcoming initiatives in 2026. Michelle Suskauer, 2025
CJC Chair, will make a brief presentation to the BCC. Countywide (JW)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
5. REGULAR
AGENDA
E. ADMINISTRATION
1. Staff
recommends motion to:
A) approve
to return the Criminal Justice Commission (CJC) status
as a separate office following an evaluation of the structure of the CJC, as
requested by the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) effective date of October
1, 2026; and
B) adopt
a Resolution of the BCC of Palm Beach County,
Florida amending the Palm Beach County Administrative Code (Code) to
re-establish the CJC as a separate office and providing an effective date of
October 1, 2026.
Summary: On February 3, 2026, the BCC requested staff
to return in six (6) months to present whether the structure of the CJC should
remain under Public Safety Department where the CJC is currently a division.
Following an evaluation of the structure of the CJC, as requested by the BCC,
it was determined that the CJC should return to its status as a separate
office, reaffirming its independence and operational efficiency to effectively
evaluate the criminal justice system, review, research and evaluate existing
systems and programs with the County. This agenda item will make CJC a separate office reporting to County Administration. If
this change is approved, the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget will be amended during the
official adoption of the budget at the public hearing on September 15, 2026. Countywide (JW)
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SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
A. COMMISSION
DISTRICT APPOINTMENTS
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SEPTEMBER 1,
2026
A. ADMINISTRATION
COMMENTS
1. Staff
recommends motion to receive and file: the updated Board Directive Reports which include in process and
completed board directive items. Summary:
At the February 6, 2018 Board
of County Commissioners Meeting, direction was given
to the County Administrator to submit monthly a status report of the board
directives. The report categorizes: 1) In Process Items, and 2) Completed
Items. The report continues to be updated on an ongoing basis. Countywide
(DO)
B. COUNTY
ATTORNEY
8. BCC DIRECTION
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
District 1 – COMMISSIONER MARIA G. MARINO
District 2 – COMMISSIONER GREGG K. WEISS
District 3 – COMMISSIONER JOEL G. FLORES
District 4 – COMMISSIONER MARCI WOODWARD
District 5 - COMMISSIONER MARIA SACHS
District 6 - COMMISSIONER SARA BAXTER
District 7 – COMMISSIONER BOBBY POWELL JR.
Requesting approval for off-site Proclamation declaring October 2026 as
Domestic Violence Awareness Month. (District 7)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
10. MATTERS BY THE PUBLIC – 2:00 P.M.
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SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
11. ADJOURNMENT
"If a person decides to appeal any decision made by this Commission
with respect to any matter considered at this meeting or hearing, he will need
a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he may need to ensure
that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the
testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based."