Ben Preston

Southeast 8th Avenue Stormwater Drainage and Flooding Mitigation

Unknown — any drainage improvements would likely carry significant future costs.

FY 2027 Budget and Millage Rate

Amendment 3 doesn't touch the current budget; combined with roughly $10 million a year in expected police/fire savings, the commissioners said the effect on Deerfield Beach should be minimal.

City Charter Review and Proposed Amendments

Facilitates potential public-private partnership lease revenues or capital sales.

Cove Shopping Plaza Farmers Market Permit and Parking Impacts

Applicant proposed paying the city $500 monthly; commissioners questioned whether that covers city costs.

Transition to Municipal Police and Fire Departments

Police and fire costs more during the current ramp-up, but commissioners project about $10 million a year in savings once the transition is complete.

Museum of Discovery and Science Nature Center Loan

Increases the mural installation cost by $785.20 to $4,985.00, plus crane or lift rental, from CRA funds.

Redevelopment of 1045 SW 11th Way

Projected to generate millions in long-term fiscal impact and public improvements without city debt.

Establishment of Municipal Chamber of Commerce

Allocates hundreds of thousands of dollars in municipal funds over the initial years from the business recruitment and retention account.

Public Safety Grants and Equipment Funding

More than $17 million in combined commitments across multiple accounts if the consent items pass.

beachside development

Property values and development costs along the coast could shift significantly depending on how strict or loose the new building rules get.

Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 CRA Budget

Involves the adoption of the entire CRA budget and a 2027-2029 capital improvements plan, including $47,000 reallocated for business attraction.

Public Safety Transition and Vehicle Financing

$10.5 million principal plus interest over five years, with annual debt service around $2.2 million.

Special Events Funding and Signature Events Strategy

The project will cost the CRA up to $20,000.

Downtown Brewpub and Commercial Building Site Plan

Promotes downtown economic vitality and commercial job creation.

Fire Station 75 Modular Building Installation

Not to exceed $450,000.00 from CIP Infrastructure funds.

Beach Nourishment and Coastal Engineering Agreements

Increase of $137,500.00 in FDEP funding.

Beach Rides Advertising Agreement

The contract will cost up to $30,000 annually.

Boutique hotel proposed at 264 SE 19th Avenue

City Hall wind retrofit and drainage project

Federal funding rises to $2,103,628.08 for the City Hall retrofit.

Rivertowne Square redevelopment (736 units)

No direct city cost, but 736 new homes would expand the tax base while adding demand for services and infrastructure.

Adjournment of the Regular City Commission Meeting

Approval of Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes

Acknowledgement of City Board Minutes

Approval of Meeting Agenda

Consent Agenda Items 5 through 22

Resolution Honoring FlyDubai Flight 1073 Crew and Passengers

Resolution 2026/ - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Deerfield Beach, Florida, amending the schedule for the Regular City Commission meetings for fiscal year 2026/2027; providing for an effective date.

Resolution 2026/ - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Deerfield Beach, Florida, approving the ranking and award of Request for Proposals No. 26-036 for occupational medical services to the three top ranked firms;…

Resolution 2026/ - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Deerfield Beach, Florida, approving an agreement with Shiff Construction & Development, Inc. for general contracting services to relocate an exfiltration trench on city…

Resolution 2026/ - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Deerfield Beach, Florida, approving an agreement with Advanced Modular Structures, Inc. for the purchase and installation of a prefabricated modular building and related…

Resolution 2026/ - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Deerfield Beach, Florida, approving the award of ITB #26-040 for a citywide tree risk assessment of trees and palms in medians to Chen Moore and Associates, Inc.;…

Resolution 2026/ - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Deerfield Beach, Florida, approving Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 23BO2 with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for the Hillsboro-Deerfield Beach…

Resolution 2026/ - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Deerfield Beach, Florida, approving the ranking and award of Request for Qualifications #26-024 for Coastal Engineering Services (Beach Nourishment); authorizing the…

Resolution 2026/ - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Deerfield Beach, Florida, approving the special event permit application submitted by the Museum of Discovery and Science, Inc. for the Cove Music Festival Event to be…

Resolution 2026/ - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Deerfield Beach, Florida, approving a Facility Use Agreement with OIC of South Florida, Inc. to provide a STEAM Works Training Program for youths ages 14-18 at no cost…

Resolution 2026/ - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Deerfield Beach, Florida, approving a facility use agreement with GHP Sport Experiences, LLC to provide a soccer program at multiple city locations from October 1, 2026…

Resolution 2026/ - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Deerfield Beach, Florida, approving and authorizing execution of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement ("FDLE") establishing…

Resolution 2026/ - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Deerfield Beach, Florida, approving and authorizing the issuance of a purchase order to Florida Bullet, Inc. to supply ammunition to the City's Police Department in an…

Resolution 2026/ - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Deerfield Beach, Florida, approving and authorizing the issuance of a purchase order to Proforce Marketing, Inc. d/b/a Proforce Law Enforcement for the purchase of…

Resolution 2026/ - A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Deerfield Beach, Florida, approving the submission of an application to the U.S. Department of Justice Bureau of Justice Assistance ("BJA") for FY 2026 Patrick Leahy…

Consent Agenda Items 5 through 22

Approval of Rivetown Square Rezoning (First Reading)

Approval of Economic Development Agreement with Deerfield Beach Chamber of Commerce

Approval of Major Site Plan for JFL Realty Corp (Application 92-PID-2X Rev. 2)

Approval of Major Site Plan for Maraca Acquisitions LLC (Application 21-LAC-4 Rev.1)

Approval of Rezoning for 2100-2150 SW 10th Street (Ordinance / Application 24-R-202)

Approval of Minor Site Plan and Technical Deviation for 2100-2150 SW 10th Street (Application 99-B1-146 Rev.1)

FY 2027 Millage Rate Adoption

FY 2027 Final Budget Adoption

Community Redevelopment Agency Budget Adoption

Fire Rescue Assessment Rate Resolution

Voted against raising fees to protect residents on fixed incomes during tough economic times.

Stormwater Management Assessment Rate

Land Use Plan Amendment for 1045 SW 11th Way (LUPA #67A)

Rezoning for 1045 SW 11th Way (Application 26-R-211)

Debt Obligation Authorization for Public Safety Vehicles

Public Safety Advisory Committee Ordinance

Voted in favor of public input during the department transition.

City Manager Annual Performance Evaluation and Compensation

Approval of Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Millage Rate (First Reading)

Approval of Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Final Budget (First Reading)

Approval of Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Budget

Approval of Consent Agenda Items 8 through 18

to adjourn the meeting at 6:46 p.m.

to approve the agenda as submitted.

CRA Resolution 2026/009 - FY 2027 Budget and Capital Improvements Plan

to approve Item 1, adopted CRA Resolution 2026/008 as submitted.

to approve Item 2, adopted CRA Resolution 2026/009 as submitted.

Approval of CRA Resolution 2026/007 for FY 2027 Budget and Capital Improvements Plan

to adjourn the meeting at 8:38 p.m.

Ordinance Rezoning 2100-2150 SW 10th Street (Application 24-R-202)

Ordinance Authorizing Debt Obligations for Public Safety Vehicles

Resolution 2026/122 - Appointing Ethel Estrada Simon to African American Heritage Committee

Approval of Consent Agenda Items 6 through 16

Deferral of Resolution for Salt & Soil Farmers Market (Item 17)

CRA Resolution 2026/005 - Nature Center Access Control System

CRA Resolution 2026/006 - Nature Center Construction Administration

to approve the June 9, 2026 minutes as submitted.

to adjourn the meeting at 7:59 p.m.

to approve Item 1, adopted CRA Resolution 2026/005.

to approve the agenda as submitted.

to approve Item 2, adopted CRA Resolution 2026/006.

Adopt Resolution 2026/118 — CDBG Annual Action Plan (Item 3)

Adopt Ordinance 2026/007 — Administrative plat approval code update (Item 4)

Adopt Ordinance 2026/008 — Charter amendment referendum for November 3, 2026 (Item 5)

Residents deserve a shared vision and smart, responsible growth before charter changes affecting the barrier island.

Adopt Resolution 2026/111 — Appoint Joseph Cummings to Community Appearance Board (Item 6)

The interest of qualified District 1 residents should be considered.

approve the agenda as submitted

adjourn the meeting at 8:50 p.m.

Approve Ordinance 2026/ on First Reading for Charter Amendments Referendum

to adjourn the meeting at 9:33 p.m.

to approve Item 1 on first reading.

to adjourn the meeting at 9:32 p.m.