HomeMy Public PortalAboutTown of Gulf Stream Comprehensive Plan (2009)The Comprehensive Plan
For
Gulf Stream, FL
July, 1989
AS AMENDED BY:
Amendment 91 -1 (Ord. 91/14) Adopted March 8, 1991
(Potable Water Sub - Element)
Amendment 95 -1 (Ord. 95/2) Adopted June 9, 1995
(Future Land Use Element & Future Land Use Map)
Amendment 99 -1 (Ord. 99/6) Adopted February 11, 2000
(Intergovernmental Coordination Element)
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord. 08/10) Adopted July 10, 2009
(Ear -Based Amendments to Adopted Comprehensive Plan)
Prepared for:
The Town of Gulf Stream
Gulf Stream, Florida
Prepared by:
Resource Engineering and Planning, Inc.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Amendments prepared by Town Staff
and
Urban Design Kilday Studios
The Comprehensive Plan
for
Gulf Stream, Florida
July, 1989
Prepared for:
The Town of Gulf Stream
Gwif Stream, Florida
Prepared by:
Resource Engineering and Planning, Inc.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
TOWN OF
GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ELEMENT SECTION
FUTURE LAND USE
I
TRAFFIC CIRCULATION
II
HOUSING
III
INFRASTRUCTURE
IV
Sanitary Sewer
4A -1
Solid Waste
4B -1
Drainage and Natural Groundwater Aquifer Recharge
4C -1
Potable Water
4D -1
COASTAL MANAGEMENT
V
CONSERVATION
VI
RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE
VII
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION
VIII
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
IX
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TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT
Prepared for:
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
Prepared by:
Resource Engineering and Planning, Inc.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
(Amendment 08 -1 prepared by Urban Design Kilday Studios)
Original Adoption July 1989
Amendment 08 -1 adopted July 10, 2009 (Ord. 08 /10)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section page
List of Figures
I. INTRODUCTION 2 -1
II. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS 2 -1
Existing Conditions 2 -1
Traffic Circulation Analysis 2 -2
Data and Analysis Update 2 -4
III. GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES 2 -5
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LIST OF FIGURES
Number
Page
2 -1 Existing Traffic Circulation Network 2 -3
2 -2 Future Traffic Circulation Network 2 -8
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TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
TRAFFIC CIRCULATION ELEMENT
I. INTRODUCTION
The following Traffic Circulation Element for the Town of Gulf
Stream has been prepared in accordance with Section 9J -5.007
Florida Administrative Code. It briefly explains the existing
traffic circulation network and projected improvements. The last
section of the plan provides goals, objectives, and policies.
II. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS
Existing Conditions
Figure 2 -1 portrays the existing traffic circulation network for
Gulf Stream. As can be seen, the only two arterials serving the
town are U. S. Highway 1 (Federal Highway) and State Road A -1 -A
(ocean Boulevard). Both of these arterials run in a north -south
direction. U.S. 1 does not occur within town limits but is
located along the western -most portion of the town. The primary
arterial providing access to the town is State Road A -1 -A. It is
the only roadway which provides access in and out of the town
limits east of the Intercostal Waterway. Accident frequency
within the town is very low. Between July 1988 and July 1989
only 11 traffic accidents were reported. Causeways over the
Intercostal Waterway are located to the north and south of the
town's limits. The remainder of the roads within Gulf Stream are
local roads and are maintained by the Town of Gulf Stream.
Figure 2 -1 portrays the existing circulation network using the
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Florida Department of Transportation Functional Classifications.
There are no limited access facilities, collector roads, ports,
airports, airlines or high -speed rail lines existing or proposed
within the town's limits.
Traffic Circulation Analysis
Any future additional traffic generated by new residents within
the Town of Gulf Stream will be minimal. As explained in the
Future Land Use Element, only approximately 559 permanent
residents are anticipated within the town by the year 2000. The
minimal number of trips anticipated by these residents can be
accommodated by the existing traffic circulation network.
The Town of Gulf Stream does not anticipate any major land use
changes in the near future. Therefore, land uses affecting State
Road A -1 -A are not anticipated to change to a degree necessary
for future roadway improvements. U.S. 1 is scheduled to be 6-
laned in the future, however, no additional collector roads nor
limited access facilities are anticipated. It is expected that
all future land uses and associated trips can be accommodated by
the existing traffic circulation network. The Florida Department
of Transportation Five -Year Transportation Plan anticipates no
further improvements to State Road A -1 -A nor to U.S. 1, except as
cited above.
Figure 2 -2 portrays the future traffic circulation for the Town
of Gulf Stream. As can be seen, no major improvements are
anticipated by the town or by county and state departments of
transportation.
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TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT
Data and Analysis Update
There is only one main arterial roadway through the Town; State Road A -1 -A
(Ocean Boulevard), which bisects the eastern portion of Town in a north -south
direction. As identified on Metropolitan Planning Organization and Palm Beach
County maps, Ocean Boulevard is a constrained roadway, limited by existing
conditions to a maximum of two lanes. This constrained roadway and also
identified as a shared facility, and marked with appropriate signage, for vehicular
and bicycle use.
The only other arterial roadway within the municipal limits is U.S. Highway One
(Federal Highway), which is adjacent to the Place Au Soleil neighborhood, which
is the only portion of the Town located west of the Intracoastal Waterway. U.S.
Highway One is a state - maintained roadway. These State roadways which run
through Town are generally operating below the adopted level of service
standard of "D," as indicated in the Table below.
Traffic Counts (Daily Trips) on Arterial Roadways within Town of Gulf
Stream
Source: Palm Beach County Engineering Department, Traffic Division
The remainder of the roads within Gulf Stream are local roads and are
maintained by the Town. These local roadways are in good condition and
operate well below the level of service. As shown in the Future Land Use
Element, the Town is essentially built -out with only a handful of vacant single
family lots available for new development. The Town's population is only
expected to rise 34 residents within the next 10 years.
As limited development or redevelopment is projected for the near future of the
Town, it is projected that all future land uses and associated trips can be
accommodated by the existing traffic circulation network. The roadways within
the Town's jurisdiction are satisfactory with only typical maintenance planned.
There are no capital improvement projects that would incur the expenditure of
Town funds projected for either the 5 or 10 year planning periods.
Transportation Element
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08 /10)
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 2 -4 Adopted July 10, 2009
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
Level of
Service
"D" ADT
State AlA
11,774
10,175
10,718
10,847
8,665
7,846
12,300
(Ocean
Boulevard)
u.s.
33,368
32,128
31,509
32,572
26,817
27,430
32,700
Highway
One
(Federal
Highway)
Source: Palm Beach County Engineering Department, Traffic Division
The remainder of the roads within Gulf Stream are local roads and are
maintained by the Town. These local roadways are in good condition and
operate well below the level of service. As shown in the Future Land Use
Element, the Town is essentially built -out with only a handful of vacant single
family lots available for new development. The Town's population is only
expected to rise 34 residents within the next 10 years.
As limited development or redevelopment is projected for the near future of the
Town, it is projected that all future land uses and associated trips can be
accommodated by the existing traffic circulation network. The roadways within
the Town's jurisdiction are satisfactory with only typical maintenance planned.
There are no capital improvement projects that would incur the expenditure of
Town funds projected for either the 5 or 10 year planning periods.
Transportation Element
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08 /10)
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 2 -4 Adopted July 10, 2009
TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT
III. GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND POLICIES
GOAL 2.1: A SAFE, CONVENIENT AND EFFICIENT MOTORIZED AND
NON — MOTORIZED TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM SHALL BE AVAILABLE
FOR ALL RESIDENTS AND VISITORS TO THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM.
Objective 2.1.1.: Roadway deficiencies shall be identified and corrected
in a timely, efficient, and cost — effective manner.
Policy 2.1.1.1.: The Town hereby adopts the following peak hour LOS
standards for each listed facility type:
a) Collector roadways — LOS standard G D
b) Arterial roadways — LOS standard G D
State Road A1A (Ocean Boulevard) is a constrained roadway and is limited to a
maximum of two through lanes.
Policy 2.1.1.2.: Proposed roadway projects shall be evaluated and ranked in
order of priority according to the follow guidelines:
a) Whether the project is needed to protect public health and safety, to fulfill the
Town's legal commitment to provide facilities and services, or to preserve or
achieve full use of existing facilities;
b) Whether the project increases efficiency of use of existing facilities, prevents
or reduces future improvement cost, provides service to developed areas
lacking full service, or promotes in —fill development; and
c) Whether the project represents a logical extension of facilities and services
within a designated urban service area.
Policy 2.1.1.3.: The Town shall give priority to any new roadway projects those
needed to address existing deficiencies, particularly when high accident
frequency is evident.
Obiective 2.1.2.: Right —of —way needs shall be formally identified and a
priority schedule of acquisition or reservation shall be established.
Policy 2.1.2.1.: Minimum right —of —way requirements for new roadways shall be:
a) Local roads — 60' right —of —way (swale drainage);
Policy 2.1.2.2.: The Town shall require mandatory dedications or fees in lieu of
as a condition of plat approval for acquiring necessary rights —of —way.
Transportation Element
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
2 -5 Adopted July 10, 2009
Policy 2.1.2.3.: The Town shall review all proposed development for
consistency with this Comprehensive Plan and impacts upon the adopted LOS
standards.
Policy 2.1.2.4.: The Town shall ensure that adequate roadway capacity is
available consistent with Policv 2.1.1.1. of this Comprehensive Plan, or is
planned for, when needed in order to serve new development during the Town's
development review process other than individual single family homes. New
development and redevelopment shall comply with the Palm Beach County
Concurrency standards for the roadway network. Any required transportation
facilities associated with new development or redevelopment shall be in place or
under construction within three years of the issuance of the first structural
building permit for the new construction.
Policy 2.1.2.5.: The Town shall consult Palm Beach County,_Metropolitan
Planning Organization and Florida Department of Transportation right —of —way
plan when determining right —of —way needs.
Obiective 2.1.3.: The provision of motorized and non — motorized vehicle
parking, and the provision of bicycle and pedestrian ways will be regulated.
Policv 2.1.3.1.: The Town shall prohibit on— street parking on all arterial and
major collector roads.
Policv 2.1.3.2.: The Town shall review all proposed development for its
accommodation of bicycle and pedestrian traffic needs.
Obiective 2.1.4.: The Town's transportation system will emphasize safety
and aesthetics.
Policv 2.1.4.1.: The Town shall eliminate or minimize roadway designs which
lead to hazardous conditions by:
a) Requiring the provision of adequate storage and weaving areas;
b) Prohibiting direct access from driveways and local roads onto high —speed
traffic lanes;
c) Preventing conflicts between roadway and pedestrian; and
d) Providing adequate capacity for emergency evacuation.
Obiective 2.1.5.: Traffic circulation planning will be coordinated with the
future land uses shown on the future land use map of this plan, the Florida
Department Of Transportation 5 —Year Transportation Plan, plans of
neighboring jurisdictions, and county Metropolitan Planning Organization.
Transportation Element
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
2 -6 Adopted July 10, 2009
Policv 2.1.5.1.: The Town shall review subsequent versions of the FDOT 5—
Year Transportation Plan and county MPO documents in order to update or
modify this element, if necessary.
Policy 2.1.5.2.: The Town shall review for compatibility with this element, the
traffic circulation plans and programs of the unincorporated county and
neighboring municipalities as they are amended in the future.
Policy 2.1.5.3.: All proposed amendments to this Traffic Circulation Element
shall include a statement of findings supporting such proposals.
Transportation Element
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
2 -7 Adopted July 10, 2009
CONSTRAINED ROADWAY - SHARI
FACILITY FOR VEHICULAR AND
PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC
LEGEND
MINION STATE URBAN COLLECTOR
■ ■ ■ ■ URBAN MINOR ARTERIAL
LOS LEVEL OF SERVICE
SOURCE: PBCO, 2009
2 -O
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Future Traffic Circulation Network
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TOWN OF
GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
SANITARY SEWER, SOLID WASTE,
DRAINAGE AND NATURAL GROUNDWATER
AQUIFER RECHARGE, AND POTABLE WATER ELEMENT
(INFRASTSRUCTURE ELEMENT)
Prepared for:
The Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
Prepared by:
Resource Engineering and Planning, Inc.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
(Amendment 08 -1 prepared by Urban Design Kilday Studios)
Original Adoption July 1989
Amendment 08 -1 adopted July 10, 2009 (Ord. 08 /10)
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TOWN OF GULF STREAM
INFRASTRUCTURE ELEMENT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title page
PREFACE
Sub - Elements
A - Sanitary Sewer Sub - Element A -1
B - Solid Waste Sub - Element B -1
C - Drainage and natural Groundwater C -1
Aquifer Recharge Sub - Element
D - Potable Water Sub - Element
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D -1
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
SANITARY SEWER SUB- ELEMENT
Prepared for:
The Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
Prepared by:
Resource Engineering and Planning, Inc.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
(Amendment 08 -1 prepared by Urban Design Kilday Studios
Original Adoption July 1989
Amendment 08 -1 adopted July 10, 2009 (Ord. 08/10)
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SANITARY SEWER SUB- ELEMENT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Page
List of Tables
List of Figures
I. INTRODUCTION 4A -1
II. CITY OF DELRAY BEACH SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM 4A -1
Existing Conditions 4A -1
Projected Demand 4A -4
Performance Assessment 4A -5
III. PACKAGE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANTS 4A -5
Existing Conditions 4A -6
Little Club Plant 4A -6
Gulfstream Shores Plant 4A -10
Somerset of Gulf Stream Plant 4A -11
Projected Demand 4A -12
Little Club Plant 4A -12
OGulfstream Shores
Plant
4A -12
Somerset of Gulf
Stream Plant
4A -13
Performance Assessment
4A -13
Little Club Plant
4A -13
Gulfstream Shores
Plant
4A -14
Somerset of Gulf
Stream Plant
4A -15
III. SEPTIC TANKS 4A -15
Existing Conditions 4A -15
Projected Demand 4A -16
Performance Assessment 4A -16
Infrastructure Element
SANITARY SEWER SUB- ELEMENT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
(CONTINUED)
Section Page
IV. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ISSUES 4A -20
Data and Analysis Update 4A -22
V. GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES 4A -23
APPENDIX 4A -I 4A -25
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH
PUBLIC FACILITIES ELEMENT
O
OInfrastructure Element
6 TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table Page
4A -1 Summary of the South Central Regional 4A -3
Wastewater Treatment Facility
4A -2 Summary of Package Waste Water 4A -7
Treatment Facilities
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure page
4A -1 Wastewater Service Areas within the 4A -9
Town of Gulf Stream
4A -2 General Soils Association 4A -17
CJ
01 Infrastructure Element
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
SANITARY SEWER SUB- ELEMENT
I. INTRODUCTION
The Town of Gulf Stream's sanitary sewer needs are adequately met
by private septic tanks, several approved package treatment
facilities and service provided to a limited area by the City of
Delray Beach. The Town of Gulf Stream does not provide any
centralized sanitary sewer service to its residents. Although
the operation of these existing systems is not regulated by the
town, this element will analyze the current demand, capacities,
and levels of service for each and establish future levels of
service. The data, analysis, goals, objectives, and policies in
this sub - element are provided in accordance with Rule 9J- 5.011,
Florida Administrative Code (FAC).
Several wastewater systems are currently in use within the Town
Of Gulf Stream. These include: the City of Delray Beach sanitary
sewer system; three (3) "package" wastewater treatment plants;
and numerous septic tanks. As discussed previously, the town
itself does not provide its own nor does it participate in a
regional wastewater collection and treatment system.
II. CITY OF DELRAY BEACH SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM
Existing Conditions
The City of Delray Beach currently provides sanitary sewer
service to one multi - family development and one private club
located within the Town of Gulf Stream. The Cities of Delray
Beach and Boynton Beach jointly own and operate the South Central
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Wastewater Treatment Plant. The plant has an existing capacity
of 24 million gallons per day (MGD) which is allocated evenly
between the two cities' service areas. Appendix 4A -I contains
portions of the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Delray Beach,
May 23, 1989, which summarize existing and projected conditions
of the treatment facility. The various findings are then
capsulized in Table 4A -1 of this element.
The El Cortijo Condominium Association and the Gulf Stream Bath
and Tennis Club are the only developments within the Town of Gulf
Steam receiving wastewater service from the City of Delray Beach.
The Gulf Stream Bath and Tennis Club has approximately 420
members and is located adjacent to the City of Delray Beach on
the south. Wastewater generating facilities at the club include
locker room facilities and two residential units provided for
club managers. The E1 Cortijo is adjacent to the Bath and Tennis
Club on the north. This development contains 24 multi - family
units. These two developments constitute the only portion of the
Delray Beach wastewater service area within the Town of Gulf
Stream (see Figure 4A -1).
Since the City of Delray Beach does not meter wastewater flows
from either of these developments, their current demand or levels
of service cannot be determined. For the purposes of this
Comprehensive Plan then, it is assumed that the population of the
two developments has a current level of service of 95 gallons per
capita per day (GCD) . The current level of service for the
entire Delray Beach service area is actually 117 GCD. However,
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TABLE 4A-1
SUMMARY OF THE SOUTH CENTRAL
REGIONAL WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY
* Service area has reached buitdout. No change anticipated.
*• The Comprehensive Plan for the City of DeLray Beach does not incLude peak fLoW data.
Source: City of Delray Beach; REP /Inc., 1989.
4A -3
ENTIRE DELRAY BEACH
DELRAY BEACH SERVICE
PRIMARY ATTRIBUTES
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
I SERVICE AREA
AREA WITH GULF STREAM
Responsible Entity
lCity of Delray Beach
IDetray Beach
City of Boyton Beach
Geographic Service Area
lCity of Delray Beach*
jGULf Stream Bath and Tennis
(see Figure in Appendix 4A-1)
JEL Cortizo
(see Figure 4A -I)
Year Built /Remaining Life
1979/40 years
IN /A
Design Capacity
124 MGD
IN /A
Capacity Set- asides
112 MGD to Detray Beach
lNone
Service Area
Current /1995/2000
17.63/0.56/90.5 MGD
10.027 MGD-
Average Demand
Current /1995/2000
X115/117/105 GCD
195 GCD-
Average LOS
Current /1995/2000
14.37/3.44/2.95 MGD
IN /A
Average Surptus
Current /1995/2000
I **
**
Peak Demand
Expansion Opportunities/
lNone
lNone
Problems
Impact on Natural
INone
lNone
Resources
Average LDS to be Adopted
1117 GCD
195 GCD
Peak LOS to be Adopted
I **
**
* Service area has reached buitdout. No change anticipated.
*• The Comprehensive Plan for the City of DeLray Beach does not incLude peak fLoW data.
Source: City of Delray Beach; REP /Inc., 1989.
4A -3
this figure is inflated by storm water infiltration and inflow
caused by cracked pipes. As this is not thought to be a problem
for those pipes within the Town of Gulf Stream, this
Comprehensive Plan uses the year 2000 level of service desired by
the City of Delray Beach.
The Comprehensive Plan for the City of Delray Beach does not
establish a peak level of service. Therefore, there is
insufficient data for the establishment of a peak level of
service for that portion of the Delray Beach service area that is
within the Town of Gulf Stream.
Both the E1 Cortijo and the Bath and Tennis Club have wide
seasonal fluctuations in use. Both are near capacity during the
period of October to March while their use is greatly diminished
during the period of April to September. Therefore, over the
course of a 12 month period, each can be estimated to have an
average monthly occupancy of 60 %. This amounts to a population
of approximately 30 for E1 Cortijo and 252 for the Bath and
Tennis Club for a total of 282. Therefore, at a level of service
of 95 GCD, the average monthly demand for wastewater facilities
from these two developments is 26,792 gallons per day. At 100%
(peak) occupancy, the two developments have a demand for
wastewater treatment of 44,650 gallons per day (see Table 4A -1).
Projected Demand
As is shown on Table 4A -1, the Delray Beach service area is
projected to have surplus capacity at the wastewater treatment
facility for both the next five years and the next ten years. As
the E1 Cortijo and Bath and Tennis developments have already
reached buildout, their projected daily demand, average level of
service, and peak level of service are not expected to change in
either then next five years or ten years. The projections for
the two development are shown on Table 4A -1.
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Performance Assessment
As described in Appendix 4A -I, the South Central Wastewater
Treatment Facility was built in 1979 and has a programmed life
expectancy of 50 years. In addition, the Delray Beach service
area is projected to have treatment plant capacities through
buildout (year 2000). Therefore, expansion or relocation of the
plant is not necessary either during the next five or ten years.
Although surplus capacities are projected for the Delray Beach
service area, qualitative improvements and maintenance of the
plant are necessary. A master plan for the plant has recently
been completed which describes suggested improvements to the
plant which are summarized in Appendix 4A -I. It is important to
note; however, that the wastewater system is self- supporting and
thus, all revenues necessary for the improvement of the plant are
to be generated from existing users of the system only.
Therefore, as the El Cortijo and Bath and Tennis Club
developments contract with the City of Delray Beach independent
of the Town of Gulf Stream, the Town of Gulf Stream has no
financial responsibilities for the system.
III. PACKAGE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANTS
Within the Town of Gulf Stream there are currently three (3)
private package wastewater treatment plants. Package wastewater
treatment plants are small, on -site sewage treatment and disposal
systems that usually serve one or more residential developments.
The systems within the town are known as the Little Club Plant,
Gulfstream Shores Plant, and the Somerset of Gulf Stream Plant.
Each of these systems is fully permitted by the Palm Beach County
Health Department, Division of Sciences and Engineering.
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Existing Conditions
The existing and projected demand and capacity of each of the
three package wastewater plants within the Town of Gulf Stream
are shown on Table 4A -2.
Little Club Plant
The Little Club Plant is owned by Little Club, Inc., a private
golf club with 435 members. Operation and maintenance of the
facility has been contracted to Utility Caretakers, Inc. The
plant has a design capacity of 0.025 MGD but is only permitted
for 0.015 MGD. The reason for the difference between the design
and permitted capacity is unknown. However, as is shown on Table
4A -2, the plant has an existing surplus capacity which is not
expected to change.
In addition to servicing the Little Club clubhouse, the plant is
also used by the Los Casitas and Hillside House Apartments
developments. Thus, the club and the two residential
developments comprise the entire service area of the development
(see Figure 4A -1). Las Casitas is a multi - family development
consisting of ten (10) small units. The Hillside Apartments has
eleven (11) units.
Between May, 1988, and April, 1989, both residential developments
were estimated to have had a total average daily population of 26
people. Therefore, the average annual daily flow for this
period (4,580 gallons) indicates a level of service of 176.15
GCD. Using the average peak day flow per month (7,670 gallons)
and the average daily population, the plant had a peak level of
service of 295 GCD (see Table 4A -2).
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TABLE 4A -2
SUMMARY OF PACKAGE
WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES
I LITTLE CLUB
PRIMARY ATTRIBUTES I TREATMENT PLANT
------------------------- ------------------- - - - - --
Responsible Entity
Geographic Serive Area
Year Built /Remaining Life
Design Capacity
Capacity Set- asides
Current /1995/2000
Average Demand
Current /1995/2000
Average LOS
Current /1995/2000
Average Surplus
Current /1995/2000
Peak Demand
Current /1995/2000
Peak Surplus
Expansion opportunities/
Problems
ILittle Club, Inc.
I
(Little Club, Los Casitus,
land Hillside House
((see Figure 4A -I)
I
.11971/20 yrs.
i
10.025 MGD
I
]None
1
10.00450 MGD*
]
i
1176 GCB*
]
I
10.001042 MGD*
I
I
10.020 MGD*
I
I
(None
I
I
I*
1
GULFSTREAM SHORES
SOMERSET
TREATMENT PLANT
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TREATMENT PLANT
IGuLfstream Shores
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ISOmerset of Gulf
Owners Association
I
I Stream, Inc.
]Guifstream Shores
I
Isomerset of Gulf Stream
((see Figure 4A-I)
I
1
1
I
11970/20 yrs.
I
I
11968/20 yrs.
10.008 MGD
I
I
10.01 MGD*
Wane
1
I
(None
10.0038 MGD*
I
1
10.0024 MGD*
I
1
163.3 GCD*
I
1
1130 GCD*
I
1
10.0042 MGD*
I
1
10.0073 MGD*
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10.008 MGD*
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10.0074 MGD*
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10.0022 MGD*
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TABLE 4A -2 (CONT -D)
* service area has reached buildout. No change anticipated.
Source: REP /Inc., 1989.
LITTLE CLUB
I GULFSTREAM SHORES
SOMERSET
PRIMARY ATTRIBUTES
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I TREATMENT PLANT
TREATMENT PLANT
TREATMENT PLANT
Impact on Natural
lNone
lNone
lNone
Resources
Average LOS to be Adopted
1176 GCO
164 GCD
1130 GCD
Peak LOS to be Adopted
1295 GCD
1
187.5 GCD
1
1252 GCD
1
* service area has reached buildout. No change anticipated.
Source: REP /Inc., 1989.
Town of Gulf Stream
Wastewater Service Areas
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SOURCE: City of Delray Beach
4A -9
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During the month of December, daily flows of 20,000 gallons were
recorded, although, the month of March had the highest average
daily flow with 8,000 gallons per day. Both of these months
coincide with peak occupancy periods of the residential
developments and peak use times for the club. However, the
levels of service presented in Table 4A -2 are higher than would
be expected as they include population the golf club. Since the
population of the service area at any one time in unknown, the
average peak day flow per month and the average daily population
of the residential developments are used to establish the peak
level of service.
Gulfstream Shores Plant
The Gulfstream Shores Plant is owned by the Gulfstream Shores
Owners Association, a 54 unit, multi - family residential
development. Operation and maintenance of the facility has been
contracted to Utility Caretakers, Inc. The plant has a design
capacity of 0.008 MGD and is permitted for the same. This plant
services the Gulfstream Shores development exclusively. Thus,
the development comprises the entire service area of the facility
(see Figure 4A -1).
Between May, 1988, and April, 1989, Gulfstream Shores had an
estimated average daily population of 60 persons. The average
daily flow at the wastewater treatment facility during this same
period was 3,800 gallons for an average level of service of 63.3
GCD. The average peak day per month for this period was 5,250
gallons for a peak level of service of 87.5 GCD (see Table 4A -2).
During the months of March and April, 1989, the plant experienced
peak flows of 8,000 gallons per day and averaged 6,000 and 7,000
gallons per day respectively. These months correspond to the
high population months of the development. However, since the
population of the development at any one time is unknown, the
average peak day per month and the average daily population are
used to establish the peak level of service.
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Somerset of Gulf Stream Plant
The Somerset of Gulf Stream Plant is owned by the Somerset of
Gulf Stream, Inc., a 24 unit, multi - family cooperative.
Operation and maintenance of the facility has been contracted to
Larry Stone and Associates, Inc. The plant has a design capacity
of 10,000 gallons per day but is permitted for only 9,600 gallons
per day. The plant serves the Somerset development exclusively.
Thus, the development comprises the entire service area of the
facility (see Figure 4A -1).
Between May, 1988, and April, 1989, the Somerset of Gulf Stream
had an estimated average daily population of 18.5 persons. The
average daily flow at the wastewater treatment facility during
this same period was 2,400 gallons for an average level of
service of 130 GCD. The average peak day flow per month for
this same period. was 4,667 gallons for a monthly peak level of
service of 252 GCD (see Table 4A -2).
During the the twelve month period described previously, the
months of December, 1988, and January, 1989, had the highest
average daily flow with 3,200 and 3,300 gallons respectively.
However, the highest peak daily flow was recorded in August,
1988, at 7,400 gallons. While the December and January flows
coincide with the peak population period of the development, the
high flow in August is the result of storm water infiltration.
The Somerset of Gulf Stream Plant is located under the parking
lot of the development. Thus, storm water runs into the plant
and can significantly increase the flow. However, the peak flow
is far from the permitted capacity of 9,600 gallons per day.
Since the population of the development at any one time is
unknown, the average peak daily flow per month and the average
daily population are used to establish the peak level of service.
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Projected Demand
The projected demand and level of service for each of the three
package wastewater treatment plants within the Town of Gulf
Stream are shown on Table 4A -2.
Little Club Plant
Between May, 1988, and April, 1989, the Little Club Plant had an
average daily flow of 4,580 gallons, an average level of service
of 176.15 GCD, a peak day flow of 20,000 gallons, and an average
peak day per month level of service of 295 GCD. The average
demand level yielded a surplus capacity of 10,420 gallons per
day. The plant capacity also exceeded or met the peak flows.
According to discussions with the Little Club management, no
expansions of either the service area or the plant are
anticipated in either then next five years or ten years.
Therefore, the demand and levels of service are not expected to
change from those found in the past (see Table 4A -2).
Gulfstream Shores Plant
Between May, 1988, and April, 1989, the Gulfstream Shores Plant
had an average daily flow of 3,800 gallons, an average level of
service of 63.3 GCD, a peak day flow of 8,000 gallons, and an
average peak day per month level of service of 87.5 GCD. The
average demand level yielded a surplus plant capacity of 4,200
gallons. The plant capacity also exceeded or met the peak flows.
According to discussions with the Gulfstream Shores management,
no expansions of either the service area or plant are anticipated
in either the next five years or ten years. Therefore, the
demand and levels of service are not expected to change from
those found in the past (see Table 4A -2).
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Somerset of Gulf Stream Plant
Between May, 1988, and April, 1989, the Somerset of Gulf Stream
Plant had an average daily flow of 2,400 gallons, an average
level of service of 130 GCD, a peak day flow of 7,400 gallons,
and an average peak day per month level of service of 252 GCD.
The average demand level yielded a surplus capacity of 7,200
gallons. The plant capacity also exceeded the peak day flow by
2,200 gallons.
According to discussions with the Somerset of Gulf Stream
management, no expansions of either the service area or plant are
anticipated in either the next five years or ten years.
Therefore, the demand and levels of service are not expected to
change from those found in the past (see Table 4A -2).
Performance Assessment
The life expectancy, current condition, opportunities /problems
for expansion, and impact on natural resources for each of the
three package wastewater treatment plants are summarized on Table
4A -2.
Little Club Plant
The Little Club Plant was built in 1971 and is expected to last
another 20 years. The system has concrete tanks and uses
percolation ponds for effluent disposal. The plant operator
reports the plant to be in excellent shape. The plant is fully
permitted by all appropriate regulatory agencies and currently
meets all regulatory standards for effluent discharge. No adverse
impacts on the natural resources of the area have been reported
and none are anticipated. If desired, the Little Club does have
sufficient room in which to expand the plant. However, as
discussed previously, expansions of the service area or plant are
not anticipated.
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Although the Little Club Plant is projected to last another 20
years and have surplus capacities throughout this period, the
management of the club has expressed a desire to use the City of
Boynton Beach's sanitary sewer system. If it would be cost
effective, the extension of service to this area would be
reasonable, in as much as the abutting property to north of
Little Club is in the City of Boyton Beach and currently has
sewer service to it. Studies concerning the possibility of the
Town of Gulf Stream using the Boynton Beach system are discussed
in the Septic Tank section of this element.
Gulfstream Shores Plant
The Gulfstream Shores Plant is estimated to have been built in
1970 and is projected to last another 20 years. The system has
concrete tanks and uses a drainfield for effluent disposal. The
plant operator reports the plant to be in excellent shape. The
plant is fully permitted by all appropriate regulatory agencies
and currently meets all regulatory standards for effluent
discharge. However, on rare occasions during the peak season when
morning instantaneous use is high, some solids have flowed into
the drainfield. When this has occurred, the drainfield has been
chemically treated to reduce any environmental or public health
impacts. No adverse impacts on the natural resources of the area
have been reported and none are anticipated if the plant is
managed properly. No room exists on the current site to expand
the plant. However, as discussed previously, expansions of the
service area or plant are not anticipated.
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Somerset of Gulf Stream Plant
The Somerset of Gulf Stream Plant was built in 1968. The plant
is currently under -going major renovations which should keep it
operational for another 20 years. The system has metal tanks and
uses a drainfield for effluent disposal. The plant is fully
permitted by all appropriate regulatory agencies and currently
meets all regulatory standards for effluent discharge.
Because the plant is located below grade on the western end of
the development, storm water can run into the system and
significantly increase the flow. However, as the plant has such
a large surplus capacity and the high population season tends to
coincide with the dry season, the inflow of storm water has not
created any problems. No adverse impacts. on the natural
resources of the area have been reported and none are anticipated
if the plant is managed properly. No room exists on the current
site to expand the plant. However, as discussed previously,
expansions of the service area or plant are not anticipated.
III. SEPTIC TANKS
Existing Conditions
In 1988, there were an estimated 506 housing units and no
commercial or industrial structures within the Town of Gulf
Stream. Of these units, 123 have wastewater service provided by
either the City of Delray Beach or by package treatment plants.
The remainder of these units (380) are serviced by septic tanks,
Some of these units are in multi - family developments which have
one or more septic tanks. Therefore, there are an estimated 325
septic tanks within the town.
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In Palm Beach County, septic
the Palm Beach County Health
Engineering. Regular septic
encouraged but not required.
Town of Gulf Stream meet the
septic tank usage.
Projected Demand
tanks are permitted and regulated by
Department, Division of Sciences and
tank maintenance and inspections are
Almost all of the lots within the
current regulatory size standard for
There are currently approximately 25 vacant, single family
residential lots within the town. Should neither the cities of
Delray Beach or Boynton Beach or the package treatment plants
expand their service areas, all new residential development will
include septic tanks. All of these lots meet the minimum square
footage requirement. All developed areas that are not part of
the service areas of the City of Delray Beach or package
wastewater treatment plants, as shown on Figure 4A -1, use or will
use septic tanks.
Performance Assessment
In general, septic tanks have worked well in the Town of Gulf
Stream. However, the high water table and very permeable soils
of the area place severe limitations on the use of septic
systems. Figure 4A -2 shows the soils of the town by type and
location according to the Soil Survey of Palm Beach County Area,
Florida, prepared by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Soil
Conservation Service, December, 1978.
The inclusion of "Urban land complex" in most of the soils
associations indicates the high degree of development that has
taken place within the Town of Gulf Stream. Although most of
this development consists of low density, single family
residential units, or golf courses, all of the land has been
regarded. While the previously referenced soil survey did not
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assess the septic tank absorption field suitability of the Urban
land complex associations, the natural soil types were all listed
as having "severe limitations" for septic drainfields. Severe
limitations indicate that, "soil properties or site features are
so unfavorable or so difficult to overcome that major soil
reclamation, special designs, or intensive maintenance is
required." Because of this, some of the septic systems have
"perched" drainfields where fill has been brought -in to raise the
drainfield area. This increases the soil depth between the
septic effluent outfall and the water table in order to slow
absorption.
Recently, five (5) single family residences located on the east
and west sides of Polo Drive at the intersection of School Road
have experienced septic problems. These parcels do not have
perched drainfields and are located in one of the lowest areas of
the town. While actual failures have been rare, these residences
must be conscious of their septic demands. Thus, before large
social gatherings, these homes must have their septic
tanks emptied in order to accommodate the large short -term flows.
The problem with these systems then, has been that of an
inconvenience rather than a health problem.
As a result of these marginal systems, the Town Commission
recently undertook several actions. First, the town commissioned
a study to determine the costs of using alternative systems for
these five residences and an additional 25 residences in the same
area. The report, completed by James A. Butkus and Associates on
February 8, 1988, examined two alternatives: using the City of
Boynton Beach's wastewater system via an unincorporated area and
using the Little Club package wastewater treatment plant. The
report determined that the use of the Little Club Plant by all 30
residences would be the most cost effective alternative of those
examined.
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In addition, the report revised the 1978 South Central Palm
Beach County 201 Facilities Plan estimated cost of providing
centralized sewer service to the entire Town of Gulf Stream. The
plan proposed that sewer service be provided via the City of
Boynton Beach's wastewater system which, as discussed previously,
shares the South Central Wastewater Treatment Facility with the
City of Delray Beach. The cost, in 1988 dollars, is estimated to
be $9,450 per single family unit and $6,576 per multi - family
unit. In addition, those using septic tanks would have to bear
additional costs (approximately $2,500 per unit) of hooking into
the central system and removing or filling their septic systems.
Likewise, the multi - family developments and some single family
homes would also have to have on -site improvements including, for
some, the addition of a lift station (average cost: $35,000).
Once the report was completed, the town conducted a survey,of all
property holders of record to determine if the town residents
were in favor of a centralized system for the entire town. Of
the 520 surveys mailed, 229 were returned. Of those registered
to vote in the Town of Gulf Stream, 62 voted for a centralized
system while 105 voted against. Of those not registered to vote
in the Town of Gulf Stream, 35 voted for a centralized system and
27 voted against. Thus, a total of 97 property owners voted for
a centralized system while 132 voted against a centralized
system, and 291 property owners did not respond. It should be
noted that of the 37 property owners in the area of the septic
failures, 19 voted for a centralized system while only 13 voted
against.
The third action taken by the Town Commission was the provision
of a "free" septic system inspection and consultation by the
town's consulting engineer for any residence experiencing septic
problems. Of all those using septic tanks, approximately, 16
asked for the consultation. The engineer reported that none of
the systems inspected posed a health threat. He reported that
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perched drainfields would improve the situation for those five;
however, the systems most likely could never accommodate the
large peak flows without continued cleaning prior to peak events.
According to the engineer, the on -site improvements of a perched
drainfield could cost upward of $10,000 per system. Thus, the
residents would rather pay more to hook into a central system
than to improve and continue to manage their own systems.
To date, the town is working with the five residents to resolve
this issue. The primary reason for the lack of resolution is
that funding from the federal government or the state is not
currently available. Given that the most of town is on a barrier
island such funding sources are not likely to be available in the
near future (Please consult the Coastal Management Element of
this Comprehensive Plan for a further discussion of barrier
island limitations.) However, the town will continue to study
the issue. In the meantime, the residents in the low -lying areas
are continuing their own investigation of using the Boynton Beach
system.
IV. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ISSUES
In general, developments within the Town of Gulf Stream have
adequately provided for their own wastewater treatment systems.
The City of Delray Beach's system appears to be adequate to
continue providing service to the two developments in the Town of
Gulf Stream that are a part of City's service area. Likewise,
the three private package wastewater treatment systems also are
projected to meet the projected needs of their service areas for
the next several years. In addition, most of those using septic
tanks have experienced few problems, and with regular inspections
and maintenance, should continue to use these systems without
problems in the future.
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Presently, the only wastewater problems identified in the town
concern five single family residences which have experienced some
problems with their septic tanks. While these problems do not
pose a health threat, they do create an inconvenience for these
residents as their septic flows must be constantly monitored.
The town has received a study on some alternatives for these
residences. While the town will continue to study the matter, the
major problem remains the attainment of outside funding in order
to pay for these alternatives.
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Infrastructure Element
Sanitary Sewer Sub — Element
Data and Analysis Update
A large percentage of the Town currently uses private septic systems to handle
their wastewater service. However, there are several private systems within the
community. There is a private low pressure sanitary system operated by
homeowners in the Gulf Stream Core area. In 1991, the Gulf Stream Home
Improvement Association was created to service the Gulf Stream Core area. This
Association services 71 single family homes and the Gulf Stream School. The
Somerset of Gulfstream residential project has its own system, as does
Gulfstream Shores. The Little Club Plant, which previously serviced the Little
Club area, Las Casistas and Hillside House is no longer functional and those
areas connected to the City of Boynton Beach.
Gulf Stream has recognized the need for a municipality -wide wastewater system
to replace the septic system currently in use throughout most of the Town. The
Town continues to assess and evaluate the financial feasibility this potential
capital improvements.
The current arrangement of septic systems and small private sewer systems in
place are able to handle the Town's wastewater adequately at this time. Since
the remaining developable land is minimal and primarily single family lots, septic
systems would handle any new development as well. Developers are responsible
for the cost of wastewater improvements necessary for their development and
redevelopment projects
Below is an analysis of the sanitary sewer service within the Town during the 20-
year planning time frame..
Level of Service Analvsis
LOS \Year
2009
2014
2019
2024
2029
Population
754
772
788
801
810
Sanitary Sewer, 160 gpcpd*
120,640
gal /day
123,520
gal /day
126,080
gal /day
128,160
gal /day
129,600
gal /day
* Sanitary Sewer service in the Town is provided through private septic systems,
package plants and septic tanks. The LOS analysis applies to all systems.
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 4A -22
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Infrastructure Element
Infrastructure Element
Sanitary Sewer Sub — Element
V. GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND POLICIES
GOAL 4.A.1.: TO ENSURE SANITARY SEWAGE FACILITIES ARE
PROVIDED WHICH COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE REGULATIONS AND
WHICH MEET THE NEEDS OF THE CURRENT AND FUTURE RESIDENTS
OF THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM.
Objective 4.A.1.1.: The level of service standards established in this sub —
element shall be maintained.
Policy 4.A.1.1.1.: The Town shall adopt an average annual daily sanitary sewage
flow level of service standard of 160 gallons per capita per day for all treatment
facilities, public and private.
Policy 4.A.1.1.5. 2: Development orders for new development or redevelopment
shall not be issued which would cause the wastewater facilities addressed in
Policy 4.A.1.1.1. of this sub — element to operate below the level of service
standards adopted in this subelement.
Obiective 4.A.1.2.: Development orders for new development or
redevelopment proposing to use septic systems shall not be approved for
parcels that do not meet Palm Beach County Health Department minimum
requirements.
Policy 4.A.1.2.1.: Prior to approval, all proposed development using septic
systems shall provide evidence of compliance with all applicable septic system
requirements.
Objective 4.A.1.3.: The Town shall participate, if requested, in
discussions /negotiations between Town residents and potential
wastewater disposal providers, and continue to investigate sources of
revenue for the construction /extension of centralized wastewater facilities
within the Town.
Policy 4.A.1.3.1.: The Town shall participate, if requested, in
discussion /negotiations between Town residence and public wastewater system
providers, such as the Cities of Delray Beach and Boynton Beach, concerning
the extension of regional wastewater services to all portions of the Town.
Policy 4.A.1.3.2.: The Town shall participate, if requested, in
discussions /negotiations between Town residents and private wastewater system
providers, such as existing package treatment plants within the Town, concerning
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 4A -23 Infrastructure Element
the extension of wastewater services to all or portions of the Town. Such
extensions shall not be permitted where the level of service standards adopted
by this sub — element for a private wastewater facility would not be met.
Policy 4.A.1.3.3.: Prior to 2011, the Town shall conduct a study to investigate
possible funding sources for a centralized municipal wastewater system.
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
4A -24 Infrastructure Element
APPENDIX 4A -1
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH
PUBLIC FACILITIES ELEMENT
MAY 23, 1989
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P U B L I C F A C I L I T I E S
OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH
1. Background
E L E M E N T
2. Inventory & Analysis, Sewer
3. Inventory & Analysis, Water
4. Inventory & Analysis, Solid waste
S. Inventory & Analysis, Drainage
6. Inventory & Analysis, Streets
7. Inventory & Analysis, Buildings and
Facilities
8. Needs & Recommendations
9. Goals, Objectives, and Policies
1. BACKGROUND:
The basic work involved in the inventory and analysis phase of
preparing this element was accomplished under contract with the
firm of Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan, Inc. (PBS &J) a large
engineering, planning, and architectural firm . located in Miami
with a regional office in West Palm Beach. This firm is also
engaged in work for the City with respect to various aspects of
water and sewer planning and engineering and updating the City's
Water Master Plan.
In addition to the work by PBS &J, a citizens task team was
created. The task team worked with PBS &J to develop an
understanding of the Comprehensive Planning Act, the requirements
of Administrative Rule 9J -5, and of the workings of the City's
water, sewer, drainage, and solid waste disposal systems and
Programs. The task team met on the following dates with the
consultant and with.selected members of the City administration:
* August 2nd, "kick -off" meeting
* August 11th
* August 18th
* September 1st
* September 8th
* September 22nd.
The task team theh held a special workshop on September 29th at
which time the initial listing of Goals, Objectives, and Policies
were established for this element. Those policies were reviewed
with the Planning and Zoning Board on December 29th.
This write -up of the Element is a summary of the complete
inventory, analysis, and recommendations which are contained in
the PBS &J report, a Wastewater Master Plan proposed for the South
III -B -1
Central Regional
write -up of the
the task team any
City Commission.
Kovacs, Director
Beach.
Plant by Camp Dresser re McKee, and a complete
Goals, Objectives, and Policies as prepared by
i modified by the Planning and Zoning Board and
This write -up has been prepared by David J.
of Planning and Zoning for the City of Delray
The complete PBS &J report and other documents which are cited
herein are available for public review at the Planning Department
Offices located at 100 N.W. lst Avenue, Delray Beach, Florida.
INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS:
The following summaries have been prepared to facilitate review
with the requirements of Administrative Rule 9J -5. As a summary,
only s`:•ificant items are highlighted. The full PBS &J report
should . referred to for more infnrmai -inn
A separate inventory and analysis is provided for sewer, water,
drainage, and solid waste disposal facilities. Inventory and
analysis dealing with groundwater aquifer recharge is addressed
under the water subsection.
C2. INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS - -- SEWER FACILITIES:
The South Central Wastewater Treatment Facility Board is the
entity having operation responsibility for treatment of sewage.
The Board is comprised of the City Commissions of the Citys of
Boynton Beach and Delray Beach. An Executive Director who
reports directly to the Board oversees the daily operations of
the facility. The City of Delray Beach (Utility Department) is
responsible for the collection.system within it's service area.
The _qe. lghic service area for that part of the wastewater
treatment facility which-'is under the responsibility of the City
of Delray Beach is shown in Figure P -1. It corresponds to the
City's Planning Area plus service (through contract) to Highland
Beach. The Town of'Gulfstream *is included in the service area;
however, except for one multiple family .development, other
development in Gulfstream is served by septic systems. There are
no plans to have central sewer extended further into Gulfstream.
This area encompasses approximately 18 square miles. The area is
urbanized with a complete range of land uses from rural
residential to heavy industrial. The area is more than 87%
developed.
The design capacity of the wastewater treatment plant is
established by it's secondary treatment capacity which is 24 MGD.
CThis capacity is shared equally between Boynton Beach and Delray
Beach.. The current demand at the plant is 14 MGD. Of this
amount, 7.63 MGD is attributed to Delray Beach. The level of
service ascribed to Delray Beach is 115 gpdc (gallons per _ day -per
capita).
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CI'T'Y AND PLANNING AREA
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The City's wastewater collection system consists of approximately
90 miles of gravity sewer and force mains which are
interconnected to three master lift stations.
Facility capacity analysis:
* Under existing conditions the facility is operating
significantly under capacity (14 MGD demand with 7.63
MGD attributed to Delray Beach, 24 MGD capacity)
* At the end of the first planning period (FY 94/95) the
plant will still be operating significantly under
capacity (8.56 MGD demand, 12.0 MGD capacity).
* Major capital outtage for R &R approximates $2,046,000
(CDM Report) . These expenses are paid for out of a
sinkina fund which exists.
* At build -out (year 2000), the plant will still be
operating under capacity (9.05 MGD demand, 12.0 MGD
capacity).
* Long -term capital for expansion range from $13,600,000
to $29,500,000 depending upon processing alternatives
which are selected (CDM Report).
* The Comprehensive Plan for the City of Boynton .Beach
projects demand at 20 MGD in the year 2000. This is
over their 12.0 MGD allocation. Thus, during the
planning period while the wastewater plant will be
operating below capacity it will be necessary to adjust
allocations.
Performance Analysis:
* Environmental performance standards as required by the
EPA, the State of Florida, and Palm Beach County Health
Department have consistently been met.
* The facility has a projected life significantly beyond
the planning period. The facility was constructed in
1979 and has a programmed life of 50 years.
* There has been an odor problem which adversely affects
the air quality of the immediate area (including
residential subdivisions).
* Ultimate disposal is by ocean discharge of secondary
effluent and land spreading of sludge. Although
neither process has an adverse impact upon these
natural resources, alternatives to each need to be
explored in light of the continued urbanization of the
County and potential restrictions on any amount of
ocean discharge.
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* The City has more than 110 lift stations which are
involved in the pumping of sewage to the treatment
plant. Upgrading and maintenance of the lift stations
requires continuing capital investment. Frequently,
lift station upgrading is necessary to accommodate
individual (new) development projects. An assessment
of the impact of each new development upon the
downstream lift stations is made a part of the site
plan and subdivision review process.
* A 1987 report, "Infiltration Investigation for the City
of Delray Beach" determined that some portions of the
collection system have excessive infiltration.
Reduction of infiltration /inflow (I /I) is a cost -
effective method of reducing future facility costs and
capital expansion costs.
* There is no need to expand or relocate the treatment
plant. Thus, there are no problems or opportunities in
regard to this matter.
* There are more than 1,000 septic tanks within the
planning area. Many are found in former county
enclaves which were annexed in 1988. An equal amount
are located in County areas which are not yet annexed.
The only area in which problems with septic tanks is
known is by Lake Ida where a high water table exists.
Other areas served by septic systems have existed for
upwards of twenty years without observable problems to
the systems or to water quality. The City will provide
funds to provide sewer service to former enclave areas
which are inhabited so that service will be available
to all by the end of the second planning period (Year
2000). Sewer service will be provided to existing
County areas upon formation of assessment districts or
upon annexation at which time sewer main extensions and
connections will be required of the property owner.
3. INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS - -- POTABLE WATER AND GROUNDWATER
The City Commission of the City of Delray Beach is the entity
having operational responsibility for all phases of the water
system. Day -to -day operations are under the auspices of the
Director of Public Utilities who reports to an Assistant City
Manager.
The geographic service area for the water utility is shown, in
Figure P -1. It corresponds to the City's Planning Area plus
service (through contract) to the Town of Gulf Stream. This area
encompasses approximately 18 square miles which is more than 87%
developed. The area is urbanized with a complete range of land
uses from rural residential to heavy industrial.
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Facility capacity analysis - water treatment plant:
The design capacity of the water treatment plant is established
by it's clarifier capacity which is 20.4 MGD. The current
demand at the plant is approximately 13.2 MGD. The level of
service is established at 195 gpdc (gallons per day per capita)
daily average demand and at 263 gpdc peak demand.
* Under existing conditions the facility is operating
under capacity (13.2 MGD demand, 17.5 MGD @ peak
demand; 20.4 MGD capacity) .
* At the end of the first planning period (FY 94/95) the
plant will still be operating under capacity (14.0 'MGD
demand, 20.1 peak demand; 27.2 MGD capacity, clarifier
added in 1989).
* At build -out (.year 2000), the plant will still be
operating under capacity (14.5 MGD demand, 21.9 peak
demand; 27.2 MGD capacity)
Performance Analysis - Water Treatment Plant:
* Environmental performance standards as required by the
EPA, the State of Florida, and Palm Beach County Health
C Department have consistently been met except during
1988 when the system was contaminated by a major spill.
Corrective measures which cost more.than $1,000,000 and
include the continuing use of- air - strippers have
reestablished water quality. The City operated under
emergency water conservation measures for nine months.
* The facility has a projected life significantly beyond
the planning period. The facility was constructed in
1972 and has a programmed life of 50 years.
To accommodate the potential need for plant expansion,
would involve use of property immediately to the south
of the treatment plant. Purchase of property under the
City's relocation policy (see Housing Element) began in
1988. There are no other problems or opportunities in
regard to this matter.
The water system is comprised of mains which vary in
size from two to twenty -four inches in diameter. The
two inch mains, which are found in the older portions
of the community, are not sufficient for the siting of
fire hydrants. The City annually provides funds for
the upgrading of these mains to six inches and for the
installation of hydrants.
C The quality of the water, while meeting health
standards, is relatively hard. Citizens frequently
complain about water quality. A commitment is made,
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through the Comprehensive Plan, to change to a lime
coagulation system and, thus enhance water quality.
The estimated cost for the change if $5,865,000 (PBS &J
WTP Master Plan Up -date, 1989).
* Upon completion of an expansion in 1989, the treatment
facilities are such that an additional expansion should
not be necessary.
Pumping Systems: The high service pumps and transfer
pumps at the water treatment plan have adequate
capacity to meet design conditions.
In order to meet fire demand requirements with one pump
out of service, suction .piping at the south reservoir
should be corrected.
No improvements are currently necessary for standby
pumping.
To meet future needs
be added at the water
C, with a total capacit y
the north reservoir;
capacity at the south
a 3,500 gpm transfer pump should
treatment plant; additional pumps
of 5,400 gpm should be added at
and 4,000 gpm additional pumping
reservoir.
* Storage Facilities: Existing storage facilities at 6.88
mg is adequate to meet current demand.
Future needs are based upon a LOS of 15% of maximum
flow or 3.3 mg; fire reserve at 1.5 mg; and emergency
reserve at 25% of storage. This equates to 6.0 mg.
This amount of storage is currently provided; however,
it is recommended that better distribution of storage
be provided through the addition of a .5 mg tank in the
southeast (Miller Field), 1.0 mg tank in the southwest,
and .5 mg tank in the north.
The combined costs for long -term pumping and storage
facilities is approximately $3,000,000.
Piping Systems: A computer system used by Post,
Buckley, Schuh, & Jernigan, Inc identified more than 45
individual segments or projects to be undertaken in
order to properly accommodate demand conditions,
localized fire demands, and ultimate peak hour demands.
The improvements extend beyond the planning periods
used in the Comprehensive Plan.
The cost for the above facilities and for extending
mains to unserved areas approximates $13,000,000.
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* Water system interconnections between the City system
and the systems for Boca Raton and Boynton Beach should
be provided in order to accommodate emergency
situations among these communities. Such situations
would occur when the water supply to a community must
be reduced due to a shutdown of individual wells or a
wellfield.
Facility capacity analysis - Raw Water Supply:
The City's water supply is provided from 29 wells in three well
fields. The eastern wellfield (16) along Dixie Highway, the
Series 20 wellfield (6) just east of 2 -95, and the golf course
wellfield (7). The wells draw water from the Floridan aquifer.
The design capacity of the well fields is 30 MGD. The amount of
withdrawal is established by the South Florida Water Management
District ( SFWMD). SFWMD has limited production from ten of the
eastern wells because of their impact upon salt water intrusion.
In December, 1987, SFWMD issued a permit for the use of 15.7 MGD
(23.06 MGD peak). Upon completion of the golf course wellfields
in 1989, restrictions were lifted. The current demand is 13.2
MGD, with peak demand at' 17.5 MGD. The level of service is
established at 195 gpdc (gallons per day per capita) daily
average demand and at 260 gpdc peak demand.
* Under existing conditions the well fields are operating
under capacity (13.2 MGD demand, 17.5 MGD @ peak
demand; 26.2 MGD capacity)
* At the end of the first planning period (FY 94/95) the
field will still be operating under capacity (14.0 MGD
demand, 20.1 peak demand; 26.2 MGD capacity).
* At build -out (year 2000), the capacity of the existing
well fields will be (14.5 MGD demand, 21.9 peak demand;
26.2 MGD capacity). While this accommodates demand,
there is sufficient reserve capacity to accomodate pump
failures or repair of wells.
Performance Analysis - Raw Water Suppl
* The projected life of existing wells extends
significantly beyond the planning period. However
maintenance is costly and recurring. The Floridan
acquifer is the water source for all communities in
Palm Beach County.
* A future wellfield expansion may be necessary. Such a
necessity will occur only if it becomes necessary to
abandon eastern wellfields because of salt water
intrusion. Such an event is unlikely in the
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foreseeable future, thus there are no problems or
opportunities to be addressed with respect to expansion
or relocation.
The eastern wellfield and the series 20 wellfield are
located in areas where industrial activities occur.
Wellfield protection zones one. twn. Ann +t oe ;�., -,.,
Wnicn is zoned Industrial is located within the
wellfield protection zones of the series 20 wells.
* There are more than 1,000 domestic wells within the
planning area. Many are found in former County
enclaves which were annexed in 1988. An equal amount
are located in County areas which are not yet annexed.
Although many wells have high concentrations of iron
and leave unappealing residues, there are no instances
of unacceptable water quality, from a health
regulations perspective, in the planning area. The City
is programming funds to provide water service to former
enclave areas which are inhabited so that service will
be available to all by the end of the second planning
period (Year 2000). Water service will be provided to
existing County areas upon formation of assessment
districts or upon annexation at which time water main
C extensions and connections will be required of the
property owner.
* There are no major recharge areas within the Planning
Area.
* The City's raw water pumps can increase capacity
through rehabilitation of existing facilities. Such a
program is estimated to cost $350,000 (PBS &S, WTP
Master Plan Up -date, 1989).
4. INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS -- SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT:
The Solid Waste Authority is the entity.having responsibility for
maintaining facilities for the ultimate disposal of solid waste.
The City of Delray Beach contracts for the collection of solid
waste with Waste Management (a private firm).
The geographic service area for which the City contracts is that
contained within the municipal limits. The City collects payment
for service through monthly billings administered by it's
Utilities Billing Division.
The design capacity of the Dyer Sanitary Landfill (destination
for virtually all of Palm Beach County) is near capacity. The
Solid Waste Authority and the Palm Beach County Commission were
engaged in selecting a new landfill site at the time of the
C' writing of this Element.
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A facility capacity analysis of the landfill is not provided
since it is clear that the current facility will not accommodate
needs within a two or three year period. The City has no
influence in the determination of the landfill location or the
development of the facility. The City does account for
approximately 83,900 tons of refuse on 'an annual basis or about
7.4% of the demand at the landfill.
A transfer station is
has a rated capacity
volumes estimated at
operating at capacity.
Performance Analysis:
located in the City of Delray Beach. It
of 1,000 tons per day with truck traffic
200 trucks per day. The facility is
There are no known problems with respect to the actual
provision of service within the City, The City
Commission periodically reviews its contracts for
enhanced services.
* At times, truck traffic crueues from the Transfer
Station along S.W. 4th Avenue and into Linton
Boulevard. These infrequent occurrences happen when
there are malfunctions at the station. They do portend
however, that expansion of the facility or the addition
of more services (e.g. regional recycling) which bring
more truck traffic must be carefully evaluated prior to
implementation.
The Solid waste Authority is working with the City in
establishing a pilot recycling program at the time of
the writing of this Element.
INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS -- DRAINAGE:
The South Florida Water Management Distinct (SFWMD).is one of the
entities having operational responsibility for management of
drainage. others include the Lake Worth Drainage District (LWDD)
and the city itself.
The geographic service area for SFWMD extends far beyond the
City's Planning Area. All of the Planning Area (except the
coastal zone) is included within the District's C -15 basin which
comprises 74.6 square miles. The LWDD also extends beyond the
Planning Area but it does not include all of the City. LWDD has
jurisdiction west of I -95 with only a small portion of its
service area east of I -95. The City addresses local drainage
needs within its municipal boundaries. The area for which the
City is directly accountable is urban with uses ranging from
rural estates to industrial. The area is 87% built -out
(population basis).
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The design capacity of all the SFWMD facilities (C -15 Canal &
S -40 spillway) maintains a headwater stage of 8.2 feet NGVD. The
water level is lowered to a minimum of 7.7 feet NGVD during heavy
rain periods. The C -15 is designed to discharge a 30 year storm.
The LWDD system is designed to accommodate a 25 year storm. The
peak demand discharge at S -40 was 4,050 cfs in April, 1979. The
discharge design is 4,800 cfs.
The level of service for drainage devices is established by the
SFWMD. See the PBS &J report for a description of this design
criteria and its application.
Facility Capacity and Performance Analysis:
The SFWMD and LWDD facilities are all designed to accommodate an
area greater than the City's Planning Area. The Planning Area is
87% built -out and remaining development will not have a
significant impact upon. those agency's existing facilities.
Furthermore, all new development must be permitted through SFWMD
and LWDD, as applicable.
With respect to local drainage facilities for which the City of
Delray Beach is responsible, there are many capacity
deficiencies. These deficiencies arise from the simple fact that
storm water management was not a part of development
infrastructure when most of the land east of I -95 was developed.
The correction of poor drainage conditions is a remedial activity
which should be undertaken by the City,
The City's Engineering Department has undertaken or contracted
for drainage assessments in several areas of the City. These
include:
* N. Swinton /Seacrest Area (Wantman)
$
100,000
* Northwest Area (BOA) (Without Fail)
$
1,300,000
* Southwest Area I (R &A)
$
undetermined
* Southwest Area II (Paramount)
$
undetermined
* East Central Area, includes CDB (BOA)
$
2,060,000
* Tropic Palms (City)
$
250,000
* Bass Creek (City)
$
150,000
* N.E. 8th Street (City)
$
25,000
* S.W. 1st Avenue & 2nd Street (City)
$
40,000
* N.W. 7th Court (City)
$
25,000
* Homewood (City)
$
30,000
* Lowson, Homewood to E -4 Canal
$
200,000
* S.E. 1st Street from U.S. 1 to ICWW
$
200,000
$
4,380,000
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The City's Engineering Department has also prepared preliminary
estimates for improving street and drainage in those former
County enclaves which were annexed to the City in 1988. These
include:
* Lake Heights
$
150,000
* Gulfstream Estates
$
300,000
* Lake Ida Area
$
1,250,000
* N.E. Federal Highway
$
600,000
* Germantown Area
$
1,100,000
* Silver Terrace area
$
400,000
* LaMat /Federal Highway area
$
700,000
* Brandon Drive (Windward Palms Sub)
$
110,000
* Lone Pine Road (unplatted sub)
$
400,000
* Greenbrier (Woodvue Sub)
$
30,000
* Delray Shores area
$
1,190,000
$ 6,230,000
6. INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS -- STREET SYSTEMS
The City of Delray Beach is entity having Jurisdictional
responsibility for repair and maintenance for most streets.
Exceptions include those which are specifically under the County
Maintenance Program, private streets, and dedicated streets which
C, have not been accepted into a maintenance program. The City
accepts repair and maintenance responsibilities through formal
action. in 1989, the City _maintained approximately 163 miles of
roadways.
New development must provide a street section which provides for
two twelve foot travel lanes and must otherwise meet adopted
standards. A large portion of the City has roadways which were
built prior to the evolution of street standards. Accordingly, a
level of service standard of eighteen feet as a minimum pavement
width for existing situations has been established.
Facility Capacity and Performance Analvsis:
The City is involved in an on -going program of street resurfacing
at the rate of $250,000 per year. In 1985, an extensive study of
street conditions was undertaken. It identified 41 local street
.projects which involved reconstruction as opposed to resurfacing.
Those projects are estimated to cost $2,772,000. The 1988/89
annexation for former County pockets created an additional demand
of approximately $6,200,000 for street reconstruction. (These
cost estimates also include drainage improvements associated with
street reconstruction and installation of sidewalks, . as
appropriate.) Heretofore there has not been a program for street
reconstruction due to a lack of dedicated revenue.
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The consideration of street resurfacing and reconstruction is
directed to streets which are the sole responsibility of the
' City. Streets which are under the responsibility of the County
are collectors and arterials and are well maintained.
Improvements to City streets which are required in order to
maintain the LOS established for traffic flow are addressed in
the Traffic Element.
INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS - -- BUILDINGS AND OTHER FACILITIES
The buildings which are under the auspices of the City include:
* City Hall on NW 1st Avenue
* Utilities Building on NW 1st Avenue
* Water Building on Lake Ida Road
* Central Fire Station on NW 1st Avenue
* Three Fire substations #2, #3, and #4
* Public Works Administration on SW 4th Street
* Water Treatment Plant Administration Bldg on SW 2nd Ave
Public Safety Building (Police) on Atlantic Avenue
The City Library is operated by the Friends of the Library. The
Cemetery is a City owned facility whose operations are leased but
whose maintenance lies with the City. The Golf Course is a City
owned facility operated by a full service lessee.
There are no level of service standards which apply to City owned
and operated buildings other than they being convenient and
accessible to the public. This includes handicapped access.
City Hall is undergoing an expansion program in 1990 which will
place all development oriented services within a single wing and
thus facilitate the provision of governmental services. Although
no future expansions are proposed, it will be necessary to
provide additional office space for normal growth in the
administration and to accommodate programs proposed in the
Comprehensive Plan.
The Central Fire Station no longer provides the space and
facilities which are required for modern operations. In recent
years, trailers have been placed next to the Central Station in
order to accommodate space needs. In addition, the Station is
located on prime commercial property which is targeted for
redevelopment as a part of the Atlantic Avenue corridor. A new
fire station will replace substation 42 in 1990. Rehabilitation
and renovation is required for substations #3 and #4 in order
to provide adequate facilities for fire fighters. A new
substation ( #5) is required in the southwest portion of the
community.
The Utilities Building on NW 1st Avenue is functional but
isolated from other functions. Likewise, a water division
facility on Lake Ida Road is isolated.
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The Public Works Facility is adjacent the Water Treatment Plan
and Water Administration Facility. There is vacant land nearby
upon which additional facilities can be built. This provides an
opportunity to relocate the Utility Department and its outlying
water division building to a more central site. The Water
Administration Facility has been expanded in 1989 and should not
require further expansion.
The Public Safety (Police) Building was constructed in 1988 with
built -in reserve space which should accommodate all future needs.
The golf course is addressed in the Open Space and Recreation
Element. The municipal cemetery needs to expand onto property to
its south. A master plan for such expansion is maintained by the
Department of Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Services.
Program for additional facilities: Except for renovation of fire
substations and relocation of the Central Fire Station, there
are no plans or programs for changes to City buildings and
facilities except as provided for in individual elements of the
Plan e.g. water treatment plant expansion (Water sub- element of
Facilities Element).
The following opportunities exist:
relocation of Utilities and the water building to the
Public Works Complex on SW 4th Street;
such relocation would allow expansion of City Hall
needs northerly of the existing site, or in an
alternative would allow relocation of a central fire
station to that location;
The following needs exist:
relocation .of Fire Station #1 (Central) and Fire
Headquarters in order to provide more appropriate
facilities and clear the way for redevelopment of the
existing site;
additional office space for City Hall employees who are
necessary to accommodate normal growth and the demands
for new programs as reflected throughout this Plan.
This demand can be met by new facilities or through the
leasing (or other arrangements) of office space in the
proposed office development area (Atlantic Avenue
Redevelopment) immediately south of the existing City
Hall Complex.
Cemetery expansion to the reserved area south of the
existing facility.
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C. 8. NEEDS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
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Summarizing the from the previous facility and performance
analysis, the following needs and recommendations are put forth
for the City's Public Facilities Element.
The existing sewer collection and water distribution
master plans need to be updated and thus take into
consideration the new population and growth projections
as contained in this Comprehensive Plan.
following the 1990 Census reexamination of future
wastewater flows should be conducted in order to verify
many of the assumptions which have gone into the
population estimates and projects upon which current
projections have been made.
Establishment of a set aside account in the water and
sewer (enterprise) capital fund to provide for remedial
activities to correct and maintain:
- lift stations
- manhole repair and replacement (infiltration)
- replacement of two inch water mains
- installation of fire hydrants on upgraded mains
* Undertake a program for reduction of I/I in the sewer
collection system in order to diminish needs for City
participation in sewer plant expansion costs.
* Establish a program, with funding, for extending water
and sewer mains to unserved, inhabited areas in the
City.
in light of the future shift in use of the wastewater
treatment plant from 50/50 to 35/65 (Delray Beach /
Boynton Beach), the current practice of a 50/50 of
required expansion costs should be reevaluated by the
City and a proposal for change made to the SCWWTP
Board.
Undertake a city -wide drainage assessment study which
will update and use common assumptions and criteria of
the drainage projects identified in the inventory and
analysis. Establish priorities based upon adopted
criteria. Provide funding through a revenue bond back
by a new funding source i.e. a drainage facilities fee.
Change over the water treatment process to lime
coagulation (softening) in order to enhance' water
quality.
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* Reassess water and sewer rates in light of long -term
capital needs and make provisions for a water and sewer
revenue fund bond to cover such obligations.
* Provide a firm funding source for the reconstruction of
City streets.
* Make provisions for the relocation of the Central Fire
Station.
* Undertake a space needs study in order to estimate
office requirements for the staff of the City
Administration and determine the best methods for
housing such staff.
* Develop a program, including funding and improvements,
for expansion of the municipal cemetery.
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9. GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND POLICIES:
The Public Utilities Task Team (citizen's of the community)
initially prepared the goals, objectives, and policies based upon
the inventory and analysis work; the recommendations cited in the
previous section; and their own feelings and research. Thus, the
initial goals, objectives, and policies reach beyond just meeting
the minimum requirement of the Administrative Rule 9J -5. The
work of the Task Team was reviewed and modified by the Planning
and Zoning Board and City Commission prior to inclusion in this
document.
THE FOLLOWING OUTLINE IS INTENDED AS AN AIDE IN REVIEWING THE
GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND POLICIES OF THE PUBLIC FACILITIES ELEMENT.
PLEASE REFER TO THE COMPLETE TEXT IN ORDER TO GAIN A PROPER
UNDERSTANDING OF THE MATTER.
GOAL AREA "A" ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Objective A -1 Point Sources of Pollution
Policy A -1.1 Odor at the WWTP
Policy A -1.2 Ocean Discharge
Policy A -1.3 Septic Systems,
C. Policy A -1.4 Rehabilitation of Sewer System
Objective A -2 Non -point Sources of Pollution
Policy A -2.1 Component of Storm Water Master Plan
Objective A -3 Waste Disposal
Policy A -3.1 Alternative Sewage Sludge Disposal
Method
Policy A -3.2 Local Drop -off for Hazardous Waste
Policy A -3.3 Solid Waste Sites
Policy A -3.4 Solid Waste Recycling
GOAL AREA "B" POTABLE WATER
Objective B -1 Level of Service
Policy B -1.1 Water Master Plan Up -date
Policy B -1.2 New Development Concurrency
Policy B -1.3 Exemptions for In -fill
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Objective B -2 Water Supply
Policy B -2.1 WWTP Effluent Recycling
Policy B -2.2 Storm Drainage and Canals
Policy B -2.3 Retrofitting of existing wells
Objective B -3 Meeting Future Demands
Policy B -3.1 Decrease in Per Capita Use by 10%
Policy B -3.2 Financing Final Phase of WTP Expansion
Policy 3-3.3 Consideration of Conservation in
Determining Needs
Objective B -4 Groundwater Protection
Policy B -4.1 Pretreatment and Monitoring Wells
Policy B -4.2 Expansion of Wellfield Protection Ord.
Policy B -4.3 Rezonings in Well Zone 3
Policy B -4.4 Less Reliance on Eastern Wellfield
Policy B -4.5 Focus Recharge in Central Section
Objective B -5 Enhancement of Water Quality (Potable)
Policy
B -5.1
Conversion
to Sodium Aluminate
Policy
B -5.2
Funding for
Water Testing and Analysis
Policy
B -5.3
Reports to
the City Commission
Policy
B -5.4
Water Main
Inspection
GOAL AREA "C" SEWER SYSTEM
Objective C -1 Master Sewer Plan Up -date
Policy C -1.1 Minimal Expenditures, Pending Up -date
Policy C -1.2 Revisions to Capital Improvement Element
Objective C -2 Capital Improvements
Policy C -2.1 Manholes Replacement
Policy C -2.2 Lift Station Repair
Policy C -2.3 Design Capacity of the WWTP
Objective C -3 Unsewer Areas to Receive Service by 2000
Policy
C -3.1
Limited Interim
Funding
Policy
C -3.2
Funding Through
Bond Issue
Policy
C -3.3
Obligations of New Development
Objective C -4 Full Water Service by the Year 2000
Policy C -4.1 Limited Interim Funding
Policy C -4.2 Funding Through Bond Issue
Policy C -4.3 Obligations of New Development
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Objective C -5 Priorities of Funding
Policy
C -5.1
General Fund Relationship
Policy
C -5.2
Annual Allocations for Upgrading of
System Components
Policy
C -5.3
Bonding for Serving Inhabited Areas
Policy
C -5.4
Upgrading to Have Priority
Policy
C -5.5
Coordination with Street and Drainage
Projects
Objective C -6 Wastewater Treatment Plant
Policy
C -6.1
Revaluation of Participator Formula
Policy
C -6.2
LOS
Policy
C -6.3
Infiltration Program
GOAL AREA "D"
BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES
Objective D -1 Fire
Facilities and Equipment
Policy
D -2.1
Capital Replacement Fund
Policy
D -2.2
Central Fire Station Replacement
Policy
D -2.3
New Fire Station in the Southwest
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Objective D -2 Cemetary Expansion
Policy D -2.1 Funding Program
Policy D -2.1 Improvements on S.W. 10th Street
Objective D -3 Administration Needs
Policy D -3.1 Space Study
GOAL AREA "E" STREETS AND DRAINAGE
Objective E -1 Capital Improvement Plan for Drainage
Facilities
Policy E -1.1
Policy E -1.2
Policy E -1.3
Policy E -1.4
Policy E -1.5
Policy E -1.6
Establishment of Needs and Priorities
Priority for Property Protection
Focus on Correcting Local Problems
Design Standards Adopted
Regulations to be Created
Priority to 3 Acres in Coastal
Management Element
Objective E -2 Funding Mechanisms
Policy E -2.1 Drainage Assessment Fee
Policy E -2.2 Bonding
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Objective E -3 Street Resurfacing and Reconstruction
Policy E -3.1 Retain Current Program
Policy E -3.2 Reconstruction in First Period
Policy E -3.3 Reconstruction in Second Period
GOAL AREA "F" PUBLIC INFORMATION
Objective F -1 Overcoming of Perceived Lack of Knowledge
Policy F -1.1 Map Display
Policy F -1.2 Display of Capital Improvement Program
Policy F -1.3 Pamphlets Describing Various Facilities
Objective F -2 Public Participation
Policy F -2.1 Public Hearings Required Prior to
Setting Priorities
Policy F -2.2 Local'Planning Agency Responsibilities
Policy F -2.3 Changes not Permitted
III -B -19
N
GOAL AREA "A" THE PURPOSES, PROGRAMMING, AND PROVISION OF
PUBLIC FACILITIES SHALL BE DIRECTED
BY THE IDEAL OF PROVIDING A SAFE AND DECENT
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT.
Objective A -1
Specific programs to mitigate the adverse impacts of point
sources of pollution, as identified in the following
policies, shall be prepared and placed in written form prior
to June, 1990. These programs shall be prepared by the
Community Service Group.
Policy A -1.1 The odor level at the Regional Wastewater
Treatment Plant shall be reduced by January 1, 1991, if not
sooner. Approaches to to be considered in achieving this
end shall include:
pre - chlorination of wastes before they enter the
regional treatment plant (see Intergovernmental
Coordination Element for related policy);
secure enclosure of the grit removal building;
review of potential solutions to the odor problem and
the making of a decision by the regional body shall be
achieved by the Regional Board by June 1, 1990.
C` Policy A -1.2 Even_ though current standards for ocean
discharge of effluent are being met, the use of ocean
discharge may not, in the long term, be an acceptable method
of disposal of effluent. A program for the reuse of
effluent from the Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant shall
be presented to the Regional Board by June 1, 1991. (see
Policy B -1.2 for related policy; and see Intergovernmental
Coordination Element for related policy).
Policy A -1.3 All existing septic tanks which are located in
sewered or sewerable areas shall be removed from use,
throughout the City, by January 1, 1995, except in those
specific situations where it is physically demonstrated that
there is no degradation of groundwater. As a part of the
Master Sewer Plan Update (Objective C -1), the following
shall be addressed:
* an identification of critical areas shall be
completed;
* a program for the inspection of existing septic
tanks shall be instituted; and
* existing owners (operators) of septic tanks shall
be informed of amortization requirements.
III -B -20
��1 N o t w i t h s t a n d i n g t h e p r o v i s i o n s o f t h i s p o l i c y , a n y s e p t i c
s y s t e m d e e m e d t o h a v e a n a d v e r s e i m p a c t o n t h e e n v i r o n m e n t
s h a l l b e a b a n d o n e d a n d c o n n e c t i o n m a d e t o t h e c e n t r a l s e w e r
s y s t e m ( s e e P o l i c y C - 5 . 3 f o r r e l a t e d p o l i c y ) . .
( B 1 ) ( B 2 ) ( B 5 ) ( C 4 )
P o l i c y A - 1 . 4 P r o g r a m m i n g o f i m p r o v e m e n t s t o t h e s e w e r
s y s t e m s h a l l p l a c e a h i g h p r i o r i t y u p o n t h e r e h a b i l i t a t i o n
o f p o r t i o n s o f t h e o r i g i n a l s y s t e m w h i c h a r e n o w
e x p e r i e n c i n g i n f i l t r a t i o n a n d l e a k a g e . T h e p r o g r a m s h a l l
i n c l u d e d e t e c t i o n a n d e l i m i n a t i o n o f c o m b i n e d s e w a g e a n d
s t o r m s e w e r s . ( S e e P o l i c y C - 5 . 4 f o r r e l a t e d ' p o l i c y ) .
( B 5 ) ( C 1 )
O b j e c t i v e A - 2
S p e c i f i c p r o g r a m s t o m i t i g a t e t h e a d v e r s e i m p a c t s o f
n o n - p o i n t s o u r c e s o f p o l l u t i o n , a s i d e n t i f i e d i n t h e
f o l l o w i n g p o l i c i e s , s h a l l b e p r e p a r e d a n d p l a c e d i n w r i t t e n
f o r m p r i o r t o J u n e , 1 9 9 0 .
P o l i c y A - 2 . 1 A f t e r a d o p t i o n o f t h e L a n d U s e M a p , a s t u d y
s h a l l b e c o m m i s s i o n e d f o r t h e i d e n t i f i c a t i o n o f a r e a s w h i c h
a r e l i k e l y t o b e s u b j e c t t o s i g n i f i c a n t a m o u n t s o f s u r f a c e
C c o n t a m i n a t i o n b a s e d u p o n l a n d u s e ( e . g . i n d u s t r i a l , a u t o
r e p a i r a r e a s , e t c . ) , a n d a p r o g r a m f o r c o l l e c t i n g d r a i n a g e
f r o m t h e s e a r e a s f o r t r e a t m e n t p u r p o s e s s h a l l b e d e v e l o p e d .
I n s t a l l a t i o n o f r e s u l t i n g d r a i n a g e i m p r o v e m e n t n e e d s . s h a l l
b e a n o b l i g a t i o n o f n e w d e v e l o p m e n t o r r e d e v e l o p m e n t .
I n s t a l l a t i o n o f s u c h d r a i n a g e i m p r o v e m e n t s ( b y t h e C i t y )
h o w e v e r s h a l l b e s e c o n d a r y t o t h e i n s t a l l a t i o n o f d r a i n a g e
s y s t e m s t o m i t i g a t e p r o p e r t y d a m a g e . ( S e e r e l a t e d P o l i c y
E - 1 . 3 ) ( B 1 ) ( B 5 ) ( C 1 ) ( C 4 ) ( 2 b ) .
O b j e c t i v e A - 3
S p e c i f i c p r o g r a m s t o a d d r e s s t h e c o l l e c t i o n a n d d i s p o s a l o f
v a r i o u s f o r m s o f " w a s t e " , a s i d e n t i f i e d i n t h e f o l l o w i n g
p o l i c i e s , s h a l l b e p r e p a r e d a n d p l a c e d i n w r i t t e n f o r m p r i o r
t o J u n e , 1 9 9 0 . ( 2 b ) ( B 5 )
P o l i c y A - 3 . 1 B e c a u s e o f t h e c o n t i n u i n g d i m i n u a t i o n o f
n e a r b y l a n d a v a i l a b l e f o r l a n d a p p l i c a t i o n o f s l u d g e a n d
b e c a u s e o f t h e i n c r e a s i n g p o t e n t i a l f o r c o n t a m i n a t i o n o f
g r o u n d w a t e r b y s l u d g e a p p l i c a t i o n , a l t e r n a t i v e s t o l a n d
a p p l i c a t i o n o f t r e a t e d w a s t e w a t e r s l u d g e m u s t b e f i r s t
a s s e s s e d , a n d t h e n a n a c c e p t a b l e a l t e r n a t i v e p u r s u e d .
C o n s i d e r a t i o n o f c o - d i s p o s a l s h a l l b e i n c l u d e d ( s e e t h e
I n t e r g o v e r n m e n t a l C o o r d i n a t i o n E l e m e n t a n d C o n s e r v a t i o n
E l e m e n t f o r r e l a t e d p o l i c i e s ) . ( C l )
I I I - B - 2 1
M
Policy A -3.2 In addition to regulating the handling and
disposal of hazardous waste used in commercial enterprises,
the City shall investigate establishment of a "transfer"
station or suitable alternative for the collection of small
amounts of hazardous substances from individuals. This
program shall be implemented by June 1, 1991. It shall also
be accompanied by a public information effort which educates
the public on the identification and proper disposal of
household hazardous waste. (Cl)
Policy A -3.3 The City shall actively monitor and /or
participate in regional efforts directed toward the
provision of long -term sites for disposal of solid waste
insuring that sufficient capacity is available to meet the
needs of City property owners (see Intergovernmental
Coordination Element for related policies). (2b)(B2)
Policy A -3.4 A solid waste recycling program shall be
applied City wide by the end of FY 91/92. This program
shall be directed toward a least expensive alternative even
though such a program may not be the most effective from a
resource recovery perspective.
GOAL AREA "B" POTABLE WATER SHALL BE PLANNED FOR AND
PROVIDED SO THAT IT IS AVAILABLE TO
ACCOMMODATE DEMANDS BOTH IN TERMS OF QUANTITY
AND QUALITY WHILE ALSO MAKING WISE USE OF
THIS LIMITED RESOURCE AND THE LIMITED
RESOURCE OF CAPITAL.
Objective B -1
The City's water utility shall perform at the following
levels of service upon adoption of this Comprehensive Plan:
(Cl)
average design flow of the water system @ 195 gpdc
storage capacity for the water system @ 15% of
maximum flow plus fire reserve at 1.5 mg, plus 25%
of that total. (Based on current figures, this
amount is 6 mg).
minimum pressure for the water system @ 20 psi
(C2d)
(Note: The above standards are currently met throughout the
systems).
Policy B -1.1 In order.•to update distribution and storage
system needs to accommodate development on all vacant and
underdeveloped properties within the City's water service
C area, revisions shall be made to the existing Master Water
Plans. This shall be accomplished in FY 90/91.(B1)
III -B -22
Policy B -1.2 It shall be an obligation of new development
to provide water system improvements to accommodate demands
created by it and to meet the City's minimum design
standards concurrent with development. (See the Capital.
Improvement Element re "concurrency" and City
participation.)
Policy B -1.3 Exemptions from the level of service standards
may be granted for infill in areas which are already served
and which are more than 755 developed.
Objective B -2
Even though the City has projected an adequate water supply,
it shall provide for increasing draw .through increased use
Of existing wells as opposed to developing new wells, and it
shall enhance the area's water supply through the
development of different methods of providing water. This
objective shall 'be met in the performance of the following:
(2b)
Policy B -2.1 The alternative of enhancing the water supply
through the recycling of discharge from the Wastewater
Treatment Plant (WWTP) , after tertiary treatment, and then
used either as a source of potable water, and /or irrigation
water, and /or aquifer recharge shall be explored through
C- technical studies..
Policy B -2.2 The alternative of enhancing the water supply
through the retention and redirection of waters which flow
into the canal systems and storm drainage retention systems and
directing such flows into a reservoir system shall be explored
through technical studies and consultation with the South Florida
Water Management District.
Policy B -2.3 Increased flow from existing wells shall be
achieved by retrofitting the pumps. This activity shall be
scheduled as a part of the long term water supply program
under the auspices of the Utility Department.
Objective B -3
To insure that potable water is available to meet
consumption demand through conservation and treatment plant
enhancement as addressed in the following:
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Policv B -3.1 Within one year following adoption of the
Comprehensive Plan, the overall City consumption of water
(per capita basis) shall be decreased by 10% through
implementation of the following techniques and programs:
(Also see objective A -4 of the Conservation Element).
* establishment of a differential water rate which
sets a base rate for a given consumption and an
increasing rate for increments above the base;
* mandatory use of wells for irrigation purposes;
* enhanced enforcement of water use laws;
* requirements for xeriscape landscaping
alternatives to be considered for all new
development during the review of site and
development plans; and
* continuation of the regular preventive maintenance
program for water mains and pumps and meters (see
related Policy C -4.3)
Policv B -3.2 The City shall insure that sufficient funding
is available to support a bond issue for financing of the
final stage of planned water treatment plant expansion
through a. review of water impact fees (connection charges)
and the declining population growth rate as reflected in the
land use element. This review shall occur immediately upon
completion of the current expansion program (to 27.2 mgd).
If a shortfall is projected at that time, an increase in the
impact fee shall be implemented.
Policy B -3.3 Prior to design of the final stage of planned
water treatment plant expansion, a reevaluation of total
capacity shall he made taking into account the effects of
conservation efforts (Policy B -3.1).
Objective B -4
The City shall provide for the protection of its potable
water resources through implementation of the following
policies:
Policy B -4.1 Protection of existing wellfields shall be
accommodated through the continued implementation of
monitoring for salt water intrusion, wastewater pretreatment
Programs and monitoring wells and through 'enhanced quality
control (see related Policy B -5.4) programs which wi11
provide early detection of possible contamination. These
existing efforts shall be assessed prior to June, 1990.
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C'
Policy B -4.2 Expansion of the land area covered under the
Palm Beach County Wellfield Protection ordinance shall be
accomplished through the adoption of a municipal wellfield
Protection ordinance. This local ordinance is to be adopted
by June, 1990.
Policy B -4.3 Changes to zoning on parcels located in
wellfield zones #1 and #2 prohibiting and amortizing
industrial uses shall be a part of the establishment of
revised development regulations pursuant to F.S. 163.
Policy B -4.4 Provisions shall be made in the program for
raw water capacity to require only minimal reliance upon
wells which are subject to salt water intrusion.
Policy B -4.5 Programs which are developed pursuant to
Policies B -2.1 and B -2.2 and which are used for acquifer
recharge shall recharge at a location which will inhibit
salt water intrusion from both easterly and westerly
directions. Similarly,'the City shall work with the Lake
Worth Drainage District to seek recharge of aquifers through
water made available through its canals.
Objective B -5
The City shall provide for the enhancement of the quality of
its water through implementation of the following:
Policv B -5.1 By the end of 1991, the use of sodium
aluminate shall be replaced with lime coagulation.
Policy B -5.2 If not funded and provided beforehand,
funding for equipment and staff devoted to enhanced water
testing and analyses shall receive the highest priority in
the budget for FY 90/91.
Policy B -5.3 In addition to technical data and reports
which are provided through current testing and analysis
programs, quarterly reports which contain a critical
analysis and trend analysis of test results shall be
Provided in written form to and reviewed publicly by the
City Commission.
Policv H -5.4 Whenever the opportunity occurs to uncover or
examine an existing water main, an inspection shall be
conducted relative to the presence of asbestos cement in the
main. The results of each such inspection shall be logged
and made a part of the report to the Commission.
III -B -25
GOAL AREA "C" SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEMS AND WATER
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS SHALL BE PROVIDED TO
UNSERVED AREAS, AND EXISTING SYSTEMS SHALL BE
UPGRADED IN SUCH A MANNER AS TO PROVIDE FOR
THE PROTECTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT THROUGH AN
ACCELERATED IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM.
Objective C -1
Current data regarding the location and condition of water
and sewer mains and their attendant distribution and
collection facilities together with an update of system
needs shall be provided through an update of the Master
Water Plan and Master Sewer Plan, including atlases. These
studies shall include a life -cycle analysis of system
components and shall set forth preventative maintenance
schedules. If not accomplished prior to FY 90/91, this item
shall be a top funding priority in the FY 90/91 budget.
Policy C -1.1 Until such time as the updated studies are
> completed, minimal expenditures shall be made on new
facilities, and limited expenditures shall be made on system
replacement.
Policy C -1.2 Upon completion of the updated studies, the
then current five year capital improvement program for water
C- and sewer facilities shall be reviewed (pursuant to policies
in the Capital Improvement Element) and revised accordingly.
Objective C -2
Upgrading of current sewer collection facilities shall occur
on an accelerated schedule. Upon completion of the studies
identified in Objective C -1, a five year program for
improvement of existing systems shall be established. It
shall be funded through a utility revenue bond, and physical
improvements financed by the bond shall begin within two
years after completion of the studies.
Policy C -2.1 Until such• time as the bond program is
established, dedicated funding shall be provided to increase
the number of manholes which are repaired on an annual basis
from 10 -15 to 25 -30. This shall commence in FY 90/91.
Policy C -2.2 Until such time as the bond program is
established, dedicated funding shall be provided to increase
the number of lift stations which are upgraded and repaired
on an annual basis from 4 -6 to 12. This shall commence in
FY 90/91 and is a high priority due to the potential
adversity caused by 'lift station failure.
Policy C -2.3 Average and peak flow design capacity for the
Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant shall be 21 mgd and 30
mgd respectively. Thus, capacity need shall be monitored by
the South Central Wastewater Regional Treatment Plant Board.
III -B -26
Objective C -3
All unsewered areas within the City's service area shall be
sewered by the year 2000.
Policy C -3.1 Limited funding shall be provided for
extension of sewer mains until such time as the financial
requirements for current system upgrading are determined.
While provision of new sewer mains shall be secondary to
the repairing and upgrading of existing facilities, the
installation of service to areas of environmental
degradation shall be of a top priority.
Policy C -3.2 The bond issue identified in Objective C -2
shall also contain funds for the installation of sewers to
all developed areas within the City's service area.
Policy C -3.3 New .development shall be responsible for
extending sewer service to and through the land to be
developed. Said 'extensions shall meet the City's minimal
facility standards. Upgrading of facilities through City
Participation shall also be provided for through set - asides
in the sewer capital improvement program.
Objective C -4
CJ All areas which are unserved and underserved by City water
facilities shall have full service by the year 2000.
Policy C -4.1 Limited funding shall be provided for
extension of water mains until such time as the financial
requirements for current system upgrading are determined.
While provision of new water systems shall be secondary to
the repair of existing facilities, the installation of
upgraded lines to provide for adequate pressure, system
reliability, and fire service to inhabited areas is a top
priority. Funding shall be dedicated in the water capital
improvement budget for the replacement of 5,000 feet of
mains which are less than 311, with 6" or greater mains on an
annual basis.
Policy C -4.2 The bond issue identified in Objective C -2
shall also contain funds for the installation of water mains
to all developed areas within the City's service area.
Policy C -4.3 New development shall be responsible for
extending water service to and through the land to be
developed. such extensions shall meet the City's minimal
facility standards. Upgrading of facilities through City
participation shall also be provided for through set - asides
in the water capital improvement program.
III -B -27
r Objective C -5
Funds raised through the water and sewer enterprise funds
shall be dedicated to the greatest extent possible first to
the upgrading of existing systems and second to the
provision of new mains. This objective shall be met through
implementation of the following:
Policy C -5.1 Diversion of funds from the enterprise
accounts to the City's General Fund shall be minimal and
shall be determined only by measurable direct costs.
Policy C -5.2 Annual allocations shall be provided for
system upgrading by components (i.e. manholes, hydrants,
etc.)
Policy C -5.3 Upgrading of existing systems to construction
and level of service standards and extension of new
facilities to unserviced, inhabited areas shall be financed
through a water and sewer revenue bond. If necessary, a
rate increase shall be instituted.
Policy C -5.4 Priorities for projects under the bond shall
initially favor upgrading with the later years favoring new
installations.
Policy C -5.5 Priorities for
l: projects shall also consider
other improvement projects e.g. street construction and
drainage in establishing priorities.
Objective C -6
The City Commission in its role with the Board of the South
Central Regional Waste Water Treatment Plant shall examine
ways in which increase costs associated with capital
expansion can be avoid with respect to property owners
within the City.
Policy C -6.1 The Level of Service of the waste water
treatment plant is hereby established as 117 gallons per
person per day.. (capacity divided by future population
times 80 %) Note that the current generation is 115 gppd.
Policy C -6.2 The City Commission shall in FY 89/90, or
prior to commitments by the SCRWTD Board for capital
expansion, renegotiate the participation formula for such
expansion so that it approaches an approximate 35/65 split.
Policy C -6.3 The City, through the Utilities Department,
shall develop in FY 89/90 a continuing program for -the
reduction of I/I with a target to reach a LOS of 105 gppd at
the end of the first planning period and a LOS of 95 gppd at
the end of the second planning period.
III -B -28
GOAL AREA "D" A COORDINATED AND COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM
FOR THE PROVISION OF FIRE SUPPRESSION AND
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES AND OF ADEQUATE
OFFICE FACILITIES FOR THE CONDUCT OF CITY
BUSINESS SHALL BE REALIZED.
Objective D -1
Fire station facilities and equipment shall be
systematically provided to insure that all areas of the City
are adequately served with the best and most modern
equipment available. This objective is achieved through
implementation of the following:
Policv D -2.1 A Capital Replacement Program and Fund shall
be established in the annual budget commencing in FY 90/91.
This program shall provide for the timely replacement of
existing equipment. However, provisions, shall be made,
through a general obligation bond, for the purchase of new
equipment and refurbishing of major equipment.
Policv D-2.2 The Central Fire Station shall be replaced or
relocated in order to provide enhanced training and support
services. The provision of this facility is a top priority
and shall be financed through a general obligation bond.
Policv D -2.3 An additional fire station shall be located
in the southwest quadrant of the City's service area. The
facility shall be in place prior to, or concurrent with,
development of Blood's Hammock Grove. The approximate
location of the station shall be identified on the land use
map.
Objective D -2
The municipal cementary shall be expanded in order to
accommodate future demands.
Policv D -2.1 A funding program which will accommodate
expansion in the area south of the existing facility shall
be prepared by the Department'of Parks in FY 90/91.
Policy D -2.2 Improvements to S.W. 10th Street shall
provide for points of access to the expansion area.
Objective D -3
Provisions are to be made to accommodate space needs for
normal growth of administrative staff and the specific needs
created in accomplishing the policies of this Plan.
III -B -29
Policy D -3.1 After adoption of the Plan, a study shall be
undertaken of the ways in which the accommodation of staff
can be made. This study shall be completed in FY 90/91 if
not sooner. Options which are to be reviewed shall include:
a) lease of office space along Atlantic Avenue.
b) expansion of existing City Hall.
c) consolidation of office facilities to City Hall
and the Public Works complex.
d) remote locations for new administrative units tied
together through the computer system.
GOAL AREA "E1l PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCONVENIENCE TO THE
PUBLIC CREATED BY FLOODING AND POOR STREET
CONDITIONS SHALL BE SUBSTANTIALLY REDUCED
AND, WHERE POSSIBLE, ELIMINATED THROUGHOUT
THE CITY.
Objective E -1
1
By the beginning of FY 91/92 a capital improvement program
directed specifically to storm drainage and runoff
management shall have been adopted by the City Commission,
and capital projects, as identified in that program, shall
commence upon completion of drainage projects funded by the
1989/90 General Obligation Bond program. (2b)(B1)
Polic`E -1,1 This program shall assess needs City wide;
shall establish a list of criteria by which needs will be
evaluated; and shall establish a priority for all projects.
This program shall be completed by June 1, 1990. (B1)(Cl)
Policy E -1.2 Criteria for determining project priorities
shall place more importance upon Property
upon contamination control (see related Policy r A-2.1). n than
Policy E -1.3 Criteria for determining project priorities
shall place more importance upon correcting current,
localized problems as opposed,to areawide systems (unless an
area -wide system corrects the local problem). (Cl)
Policy E -1.4 Design standards for determining the scope of
drainage projects shall be such as to establish a level of
service at least equal to the standard of retaining the
first one inch of runoff or runoff from a one hour, three
year storm event, whichever is greater, to protect water
quality.
P0112y E -1.5 As part of the regulations which are to be
enact` wing adoption of the Plan, storm water drainage
regulations shall provide for the protection of natural
drainage features and ensure that development utilizes storm
water management systems which are compatible are with this
objective.
III -B -30
Policy E -1.6 High priority should be given to the drainage
needs of the areas listed in the Coastal Management Element
Policy D -3.1.
Objective E -2
Two mechanisms for funding drainage improvements and flood
control measures shall be pursued. These are as follows:
(2b)
Policy E -2.1 One financing mechanism for these improvements
shall be a storm water utility which is assessed throughout
the City. Improvements financed through this mechanism
shall be primarily determined by the criteria of property
protection in localized situations. Funded projects shall
be located throughout the City as opposed to being
concentrated in a single quadrant. The fee shall be
established in the FY 90/91 budget but shall be modified,
upon completion of the program (Objective E -1), in the
budget for FY 91/92.
Policy E -2.2 Another financing mechanism for these
improvements shall be through the "Decade of Excellence
Capital Improvement Bond ". This financing shall be used for
major projects which have heretofore been identified and for
drainage imparovements which are tied to street
reconstruction projects which are contained in that Bond
program.
Objective E -3
By the completion of the second planning period all local
streets shal have at least an eighteen foot travel width on
an essentially smooth surface.
Policy E -3.1 The current program of resurfacing streets
with at least $250,000 per year of funding shall be
maintained.
Policy E -3.2 The 41 streets identified in the 1985
inspector report as needing reconstruction shall be so
reconstructed within the first planning period.
Policy E -3.3 Provisions shall be made through the 1993
evaluation and assessment of this Plan to provide for the
funding of the remaining local streets which need
reconstruction with such work to be accomplished in the
second planning period.
III -B -31
GOAL AREA "F" THE NEED FOR ENHANCEMENT OF PUBLIC FACILITIES
AND THE PROCESSES USED TO IDENTIFY,
PRIORITIZE, AND FINANCE IMPROVEMENTS SHALL BE
PUT FORWARD IN A MANNER WHICH IS EASILY
UNDERSTOOD BY THE PUBLIC AND IS CONSISTENTLY
AND EQUITABLY APPLIED.
Objective F -1
The perceived lack of public knowledge and understanding of
public facilities and infrastructure planning shall be
overcome through implementation of the following:
Policy F-1.1 Maps depicting existing water, sewer, and
drainage system improvements shall be on public display in a
central and accessible location in the City Hall.
Policy F -1.2 Along with the exhibits identified in F -1.1,
maps showing planned improvements along with a matrix of the
5 -year capital improvement program for such facilities shall
be prominently displayed.
Policy F -1.3 Individual pamphlets for sanitary sewer,
potable water, drainage, and solid waste shall be prepared
by June 1, 1990; revised on an annual basis; and made
available at the central exhibit area.
Objective F -2
The perception that public improvement activities are
determined on factors other than predetermined needs, shall
be overcome through implementation of the following:
Policy F-2.1 Public input through testimony received at
Public hearings, advertised and held before the Local
Planning Agency, shall be solicited annually during winter
months in order to identify geographic areas which are most
in need of improvements.
Policy F -2.2 Criteria, as identified in the Capital
Improvement Element, shall be followed in the establishment
of priorities for construction of public facilities. On an
annual basis, the Local Planning Agency shall forward to the
City Commission a listing of riew or revised priorities with
written findings as to the relationship of projects to those
criteria.
Policy F -2.3 Once established, program priorities shall not
be altered except as allowed in the policies established for
implementation of capital improvement programming (see
related policies in the Capital Improvement Element).
III -B -32
Letters and numbers in parenthesis at the end of certain
objectives and policies refer to subsection requirements of
9J- 5.011(2)(b).
9J- 5.011(2)(b) objectives which are not addressed in these goals,
Policies, and objectives are:
#3 "Address maximizing the use of existing facilities and
discouraging urban sprawl."
This objective category is not applicable to the city of
Delray .Beach in that the municipal limits of the city
encompass an urban area which is 87% built -out and existing
development extends to all extremities of the City's
planning and service area. See the Land Use Element,
Section 3, for detailed verification of this assertion.
III -B -33
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
SOLID WASTE SUB- ELEMENT
Prepared for:
The Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
Prepared by:
Resource Engineering and Planning, Inc.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
(Amendment 08 -1 prepared by Urban Design Kilday Studios)
Original Adoption July 1989
Amendment 08 -1 adopted July 10, 2009 (Ord. 08/10)
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SOLID WASTE SUB- ELEMENT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section page
List of Figures
I.
INTRODUCTION
4B -1
II.
EXISTING CONDITIONS
4B -2
South County Transfer Station
4B -2
Dyer Boulevard Landfill
4B -4
III.
PROJECTED DEMAND
4B -5
South County Transfer Station
4B -5
North County Regional Resource Recovery Center
4B -6
IV.
PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT
4B -7
South County Transfer Station
4B -7
North County Regional Resource Recovery Center
4B -7
Recycling
4B -7
V.
SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ISSUES
4B -8
Data and Analysis Update
4B -9
VI.
GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
4B -10
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LIST OF FIGURES
Page
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TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
SOLID WASTE SUB- ELEMENT
I. INTRODUCTION
The Town of Gulf Stream does not provide any solid waste disposal
facilities. Instead, the town is required to use facilities
provided by the Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County (SWA)
which must accept all wastes generated within the county.
Although all SWA facilities are located outside of the Town of
Gulf Stream and the SWA is completely responsible for their
operation and planning, this sub - element will analyze the current
demand, capacities, and levels of service for the appropriate SWA
facilities. The data, analysis, goals, objectives, and policies
in this sub - element are provided in accordance with Rule 9J -5.011
Florida Administrative Code (FAC).
The Town of Gulf Stream currently contracts with County
Sanitation, Inc. to provide backdoor solid waste pick -up and
disposal of all domestic solid waste, except yard trash,
generated in the town. All town residents are required to use
this service and may not contract with outside operators. County
Sanitation transports all wastes collected in the town to an SWA
transfer station located in the City of Delray Beach.
Curbside yard (vegetative clippings) trash collection is provided
by the town on an as needed basis. Residents are then billed by
the cubic yard for the trash collected by the town. Yard trash
collected by the town is compacted and then transported by County
Sanitation to the SWA transfer station in the City of Delray.
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II. EXISTING CONDITIONS
The information on all SWA facilities presented in this sub -
element is taken from the Comprehensive Solid Waste Management
Plan Resource Recovery and Recycling Program for the Palm Beach
County Solid Waste Authority, prepared by James F. Schnelle, Jr.,
P.E. on June 1, 1988, and from the Solid Waste Authority of Palm
Beach County 1988 Annual Report, prepared by the SWA Office of
Public Affairs in 1989.
South County Transfer Station
All wastes collected in Gulf Stream are taken to the SWA operated
South County Transfer Station located in the City of Delray
Beach (see Figure 4B -1). This facility has a capacity of 1,000
tons per day and was completed in early 1986. The SWA then
transfers all wastes from the transfer station to the Dyer
Boulevard Landfill for final disposal. In fiscal year 1987 -1988,
the South County Transfer Station received 194,000 tons of
garbage and 70,000 tons of trash. An estimate of the transfer
station service area level of service was not available in either
of the previously referenced documents. However, the county -wide
solid waste generation rate for all forms of solid waste was
approximately 7.03 pounds per capita per day (PCD) during this
same period. Therefore this level of service is assumed to
approximate that of the transfer station service area as well.
Because County Sanitation provides service to other areas in
addition to the Town of Gulf Stream at the same time, the exact
generation of solid waste by town residents cannot be determined.
However, since the town provides pick -up services for yard trash
based on volume, an estimate of yard trash generated by town
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residents can be made. Between May, 1988, and April, 1989, the
town picked -up approximately 7,946 cubic yards of yard trash.
According to the SWA, each cubic yard of yard trash weighs
approximately 500 pounds. Thus, the town generated approximately
1,986.5 tons of yard trash during this period.
During this same period, the Town of Gulf Stream had an
approximate average daily population of 645. The average daily
population is based on the population projections presented in
the Future Land Use Element of this Comprehensive Plan. The full
seasonal high population was calculated for three months and the
permanent population used for the remaining nine months. This
average daily population then, had a level of service of 16.9
PCD. This high level is indicative the heavy landscaping
maintained throughout the town.
The management of County Sanitation estimates that the residents
of Gulf Stream also tend to produce more domestic solid waste
than other parts of the county. Therefore, for the purposes of
this Comprehensive Plan, the town is assumed to generate 7.03
PCD of domestic waste plus 16.9 PCD of yard trash.
Dyer Boulevard Landfill
Waste from the South County Transfer Station is transported by
the SWA to the Dyer Boulevard Landfill. The landfill is owned
and operated by the SWA and is near capacity. However, the
landfill is expected to remain operational until the North County
Regional Resource Recovery Facility landfills are opened in mid -
1989. Neither the landfill nor the transfer station have
exclusive capacity set - asides for any municipality within the
county.
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III. PROJECTED DEMAND
South County Transfer Station
The South County Transfer Station service area is projected by
the SWA to have a 1990 population of 199,932 which will generate
407,100 tons of solid waste per year. This amounts to a level of
service of 7.0 PCD. For buildout (year not given), the SWA
projects a service area population of 362,827 which will generate
407,100 tons of solid waste for a level of service of 6.82 PCD.
The Future Land Use Element of this Comprehensive Plan provides
population projections for the Town of Gulf Stream. As the town
is expected to reach buildout in 1995, the 1995 population is
projected to remain the same through the year 2000. Using these
projections and the methodology for average daily population
described previously in this sub - element, the town is projected
to have an average daily population of 675 for both 1995 and the
year 2000. This population multiplied by the projected levels of
service for the transfer station service area yield a solid waste
generation for the Town of Gulf Stream of 862.3 tons in 1995 and
840.1 tons in the year 2000. However, as discussed previously,
this includes only the domestic solid waste generation of the
town.
Assuming the generation rate of yard trash does not change from
the current demand level of 16.9 PCD, the Town of Gulf Stream is
projected to generate 2,082 tons of yard trash in 1995 and the
year 2000.
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North County Regional Resource Recovery Facility
The SWA is currently constructing a resource recovery facility
that is expected to open in December, 1989 and last for 30 years.
This facility will sort -out recyclable wastes and incinerate most
of the remainder. The facility will have a capacity of 2,000
tons per day. In addition to the resource recovery plant, the
North County site will also have a 30 acre Class I landfill and a
30 acre Class III landfill available by the middle of 1989.
These will begin excepting materials when the Dyer Boulevard
facility is closed and will continue to take overflow material
from the resource recovery facility once it becomes operational.
In order for the resource recovery facility to last for 30 years
as projected, the SWA will need to build another such facility
prior to 1995. The SWA has selected a site in the southern part
of the county; however, the Palm Beach County Board of County
Commissioners has objected to the location. Therefore, the date
of construction and operation of the additional facility are
unknown at this time (June, 1989).
In 1990, an average of 3,227 tons per day of solid waste is
projected to be generated county -wide. Of this amount, 2,117
tons are projected to processible in the resource recovery
facility. The remainder will be buried in the adjacent landfill.
By 1995, the solid waste flows are projected to increase to 3,934
tons per day of which, 2,578 tons are projected to be
processible. As discussed previously, the South County Resource
Recovery Facility is expected to come on line in 1995. The
projected county -wide year 2000 solid waste flow is 4,775 tons
per day of which, 3,134 tons is projected to be processible.
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IV. PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT
South County Transfer Station
The South County Transfer Station is projected to last for
several years and accommodate its service area through buildout.
Therefore, no expansion or replacement of the facility is
foreseen. In addition, no impacts on the surrounding natural
environment have been reported and none are anticipated.
North County Regional Resource Recovery Facility
As discussed previously, the North County Resource Recovery
Facility is currently under construction and is expected to open
in December, 1989. The facility has been fully permitted by all
appropriate agencies and thus, should have no impact on the
surrounding environment if operated properly. The projected life
of the facility is 30 years. However, the life expectancy is
based on the opening of the South County Regional Resource
Recovery Facility by 1995. Expansion of some components of the
facility is anticipated and was planned in the original design of
the facility. Once closed, the ash -fill and landfill areas
associated with the plant will be improved as recreation
facilities.
Recycling
Under the recently passed Solid Waste Management and volume
Reduction Act, solid wastes buried in landfills are to be
significantly reduced in each county through recycling. In Palm
Beach County, the SWA has been mandated to develop all recycling
programs in the county. While it is still uncertain as to how
recycling programs will be administered by the SWA in the Town of
Gulf Stream, the town will comply fully with whatever programs
are implemented.
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According to County Sanitation, tentative SWA plans for the Town
Of Gulf Stream include some form of curbside recycling whereby
each residence will sort its own aluminum, glass, plastic
bottles, and newspapers. These would then be collected once a
week by a town contracted hauler. As the details of the system
have not been fully developed or presented to the town, the town
is unable to evaluate this system at this time. However, the
town intends to fully comply with the intent of the legislation
and seeks a continued cooperative relationship with the SWA.
V. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ISSUES
The Town of Gulf Stream currently contracts with a private waste
hauler for the removal of all domestic solid waste. All wastes
are then taken to the South County Transfer Station located in
the City of Delray Beach. The transfer station is owned and
operated by the Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County (SWA).
The SWA currently transfers all waste materials from the transfer
station to the Dyer Boulevard Landfill which it operates.
Although the landfill is expected to close by the end of 1989,
the SWA is currently constructing a resource recovery facility
and adjacent landfills to accommodate all of the county's waste
materials. These facilities and the transfer station are
projected to have surplus capacities far beyond the planning
horizon of this Comprehensive Plan.
The Town of Gulf Stream is currently estimated to generate more
domestic solid per capita than the county -wide average. In
addition, the town generates a considerable amount of yard trash
from the extensive landscaping present within the community.
While the institution of recycling programs will help to reduce
some of the domestic waste generation, the amount of yard trash
most likely will not decrease.
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INFRASTRUCTURE ELEMENT
Solid Waste Sub — Element
Data and Analysis Update
The Solid Waste Authority (SWA) of Palm Beach County accepts all waste generated in
the County. All SWA facilities are located outside of the Town and operated by SWA.
According to Palm Beach County's EAR (approved October 19, 2004), the County and
thereby the Town of Gulf Stream meet the requirements of CH. 403 F.S. through the
Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan (ISWMP).
The Town contracts with Waste Management Inc. to provide pick -up and disposal of all
solid waste. All Town residents are required to use this service. All waste collected are
transported to the South County Transfer Station located in the City of Delray Beach.
The Town's long range planning for this sub - element is addressed within the County's
adoption of the ISWMP. The Town will have adequate solid waste collection capacity for
new development. The service is funded on a cost recovery basis by the users.
Regional solid waste disposal and recovery facilities serve the Town. There are no
capital improvement projects that would incur the expenditure of Town funds projected
for either the 5 or 10 year planning periods.
Below is an analysis of the Town's solid waste disposal level of service during the 20-
year planning timeframe.
Level of Service Analvsis
LOS1Year
2009
2014
2019
2024
2029
Population
754
772
788
801
810
Solid Waste,
5,376
5,504
5,618
5,711
5,775
7.13 Ibs /per capita per day
Ibs /day
Ibs /day
Ibs /day
Ibs /day
Ibs /day
for domestic waste;
17 Ibs /pcpd for yard waste
12,818
13,124
13,396
13,617
13,770
Ibs /day
Ibs /day
Ibs /day
Ibs /day
Ibs /day
Amendment 08 -1 (ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 4B -9 Infrastructure Element
INFRASTRUCTURE ELEMENT
Solid Waste Sub — Element
VI. GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND POLICIES
GOAL 4.13.1.: TO ENSURE SOLD WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICES AND
FACILITIES ARE PROVIDED WHICH COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE
REGULATIONS AND WHICH MEET THE NEEDS OF THE CURRENT AND FUTURE
RESIDENTS OF THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM.
Objective 4.13.1.1.: The level of service standards established in this sub — element
shall be maintained.
Policy 4.13.1.1.1.: The Town shall adopt a domestic solid waste level of services
standard of 7.13_pounds per capita per day.
Policy 4.B.1.1.2.: The Town shall adopt a yard trash level of service standard of 17
pounds per capita per day.
Policy 4.8.1.1.3.: The Town shall continue to contract with a private solid waste
hauler for the removal of all domestic solid waste and compacted yard trash.
Policy 4.B.1.1.4.: The Town shall continue to provide curbside yard trash collection
services.
Policy 4.B.1.1.5.: Development orders for new development or redevelopment shall
not be issued which would cause solid waste facilities used by the Town to fall below
the level of service standards adopted for the Town in Policies 4.B.1.1.1. — 4.B.1.1.3. of
this sub — element.
Obiective 4.B.1.2.: The Town shall cooperate with the Solid Waste Authority of
Palm Beach County (SWA) and implement recycling programs as directed by the
SWA.
Policy 4.6.1.2.1.: The Town shall cooperate with the SWA in the development of
recycling programs and implement such programs as required by the SWA.
Policy 4.B.1.2.2.: The Town shall assist the SWA in the assessment of the
effectiveness and efficiency of recycling programs once implemented.
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 4B -10 Infrastructure Element
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
DRAINAGE AND NATURAL GROUNDWATER AQUIFER RECHARGE SUB- ELEMENT
Prepared for:
The Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
Prepared by:
Resource Engineering and Planning, Inc.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
(Amendment 08 -1 prepared by Urban Design Kilday Studios)
Original Adoption July 1989
Amendment 08 -1 adopted July 10, 2009 (Ord. 08 /10)
GSDRATC- 1019.03 - 7/7/89
DRAINAGE AND NATURAL GROUNDWATER AQUIFER RECHARGE SUB- ELEMENT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section page
List of Figures
I. INTRODUCTION 4C -1
II. EXISTING CONDITIONS 4C -1
III. PROJECTED DEMAND 4C -3
IV. PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT 4C -5
V. NATURAL GROUNDWATER AQUIVER RECHARGE 4C -6
VI. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ISSUES 4C -6
Data and Analysis Update 4C -8
VII. GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES 4C -9
Infrastructure Element
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure
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4C -1 Topographical Map 4C -2
4C -2 Flood Insurance Rate Map 4C -4
Infrastructure Element
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
DRAINAGE AND NATURAL GROUNDWATER AQUIFER RECHARGE SUB- ELEMENT
I. INTRODUCTION
The Town of Gulf Stream provides some drainage facilities that
were originally installed when the town was first developed. Due
to the age of the system and the disjointed manner in which it
has been installed throughout the years, it is difficult to
accurately estimate the capacity of the system. However, this
sub - element will present what data is available and establish,
where possible, system demands, capacities, and levels of service
and establish future level of service standards. The data,
analysis, goals, objectives, and policies presented in this sub -
element are provided in accordance with Rule 9J- 5.011, Florida
Administrative Code.
II. EXISTING CONDITIONS
The Town of Gulf Stream has been developing for over 75 years.
As the town has grown, modifications and additions to the
drainage system have been made. Thus, the system has been
developed over a long period of time and in a non - comprehensive
manner. As result, quantitative data on the system such as pipe
sizing, number of outfalls, and system capacity is unknown.
What is known about the system is presented in this sub - element.
Throughout most of the town, flooding has not a been a problem.
State Road A -1 -A is generally the highest elevation in town
averaging approximately 15 feet National Geodetic Vertical Datum
(NGVD) (see Figure 4C -1). Thus, properties to the east of S.R.
A -1 -A drain to the Atlantic Ocean while properties to the west
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drain to the Intracoastal Waterway (ICWw). In addition, the town
also has a south to north slope. Most of the area south of the
Gulf Stream Country Club is above 5 NGVD while areas north of the
Country Club are as low as 1.5 - 2 NGVD. As the mean high -water
mark for the ICWW is 2 NGVD, occasional flooding has occurred in
the low areas during certain storm events and high tides. Figure
4C -2 shows the A and V flood zones as determined by the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The town participates in the
FEMA flood insurance program and has enacted all flood control
ordinances necessary for participation in the program.
In order to improve drainage of the low area, the town made some
improvements to road elevations and the drainage system in 1984.
However, these improvements were primarily based on elevations
and not storm events. Therefore, the capacity of the storm
system in terms of a storm event is still uncertain.
What is known about the drainage system is mostly empirical.
In April 1979, the Town of Gulf Stream experienced a near l00
year storm event. Flooding was isolated and it's duration was
only four to five hours. As a result, no property damage was
reported and, since the previously discussed improvements were
made, there have been few complaints by residents. A best
estimate of the existing drainage system is a capacity for the
24- hour /3 year return storm event. However, no testing or
studies have been done to confirm this level of service.
III. PROJECTED DEMAND
There are approximately 30 vacant lots left within the Town of
Gulf Stream and all of these are designated as Single Family
residential on the Future Land Use Map. Therefore, no large
increase in impervious surfaces is projected. Most of the vacant
lots are one -half acre in size or larger and thus, should
contribute very little to the town's drainage system.
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In order to ensure that runoff into the town's system is
controlled, the town has an ordinance requiring all new
development and major redevelopment to retain on -site the first
inch of runoff. Although existing development is not subject to
this requirement, it does provide the town's drainage system with
a level of protection from a large increase in demand.
Therefore, given that the requirements do apply to large
redevelopment activities, the drainage system should continue to
operate at its current level and may even improve.
IV. PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT
Although the drainage system is old and little quantitative
details are known about it, it has generally functioned well.
Drainage problems within the town lie not so much with the
system but with the elevation of development. In order to
improve the system even marginally beyond its current capacity,
several roads, lots, and floor elevations would have to be
raised. The expense involved with the magnitude of improvements
for even a small increase in capacity deems such improvements to
be financially unfeasible. Therefore, other than regular
maintenance, no further improvements to the drainage system are
warranted.
Because the drainage system is fixed in capacity, the only method
for controlling the demand for the system is through on -site
improvements to individual developments. As discussed
previously, the town now requires all new development and major
redevelopment to retain on -site the first one inch of runoff.
Thus, only during the worst storms will the drainage system be
significantly impacted by new development. These regulations
also prohibit new development and redevelopment from having storm
water runoff impact adjacent properties. As a result, the
natural slopes and drainage features are either improved or not
impacted by development.
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To increase storm water quality standards, the town also
prohibits the placement of storm water retention areas over a
septic drainfields. As is discussed in the Sanitary Sewer Sub -
Element of this Comprehensive Plan, most of the town is on septic
systems and all new development is projected to use septic
systems. Therefore, careful site planning will be required in
order to insure the septic drainfields operate properly and are
not upset by large quantities of storm water runoff.
V. NATURAL GROUNDWATER AQUIFER RECHARGE
The Town of Gulf Stream has no designated aquifer recharge areas.
In addition, all potable and most irrigation water is obtained
through the City of Delray Beach's water system. Therefore,
other than irrigation wells for the Little Club golf course,
there is little use of groundwater in the Town. Most of the
town's land area is landscaped, and thus, contributes to aquifer
recharge. The aquifer recharge function is protected through
existing land development regulations which permit only single
family residences to be constructed in the existing vacant .areas
and which limit the coverage by buildings and paving.
VI. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ISSUES
The drainage system in the Town of Gulf Stream has generally
worked well despite its age and the fact that little is known
about the quantitative details of the system. Since development
of the town began before drainage was a concern, some street and
building floor elevations are below flood elevation heights.
Therefore, few if any improvements can be made to the system to
prevent flooding short of raising existing development and
streets. The costs of such improvements far exceed the potential
benefits.
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In order to ensure that the demand for the existing drainage
system does not increase, the town has enacted ordinances which
require the use of on -site retention systems. In addition, the
ordinances also protect natural drainage features and prevent
storm water retention from direct interaction with septic
drainfields. Through these requirements and regular maintenance,
the existing drainage system should continue to function at its
current level.
The Town of Gulf Stream has no designated aquifer recharge areas
but the very low density and intensity of development has left
most of the area open. Thus, through continued requirements for
low density development and minimum building coverages, the town
will maintain approximately the current level of recharge.
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INFRASTRUCTURE ELEMENT
Drainage & Natural Groundwater Aquifer Recharge Sub — Element
Data and Analysis Update
The drainage system for the Town has developed over the previous 100 years and is a
mixture of various public improvements by the State, County and Town . The Town
adopted a Level of Service Standard of 24 hour /3 year return storm water event and has
adopted a storm water retention level of service standard for new development and
major redevelopment which requires the retainment of the first one inch of runoff on the
development site.
New development is responsible for the cost of drainage improvements necessitated by
the project's impact. Due to the fact that there is a limited amount development that can
occur within the Town the current drainage system and level of service standards are
considered sufficient for the current and future populations.
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
Amendhnent 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
4C -8 Adopted July 10, 2009
Infrastructure Element
INFRASTRUCTURE ELEMENT
Drainage & Natural Groundwater Aquifer Recharge Sub — Element
VII. GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND POLICIES
GOAL 4.C.1.: TO ENSURE NATURAL GROUNDWATER AQUIFER
RECHARGE IS PROTECTED AND THE PROVISION OF STORM DRAINAGE
FACILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS PROVIDED WHICH COMPLY WITH ALL
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS AND WHICH MEET THE NEEDS OF THE
CURRENT AND FUTURE RESIDENTS OF THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM.
Objective 4.C.1.1.: The level of service standards established in this sub —
element shall be maintained.
Policy 4.C.1.1.1.: The Town shall adopt a storm water drainage level of service
standard of the 24— hour /3 year return storm event for the Town —owned drainage
system.
Policy 4.C.1.1.2.: The Town shall adopt a storm water retention level of service
standard for new development and major redevelopment which shall require the
retainment of the first one inch of runoff on the development site.
Policy 4.C.1.1.3.: Development orders for new development or redevelopment
shall not be issued which would cause storm water runoff to exceed the level of
service standards adopted in Policies 4.C.1.1.1. and 4.C.1.1.2.
Policy 4.C.1.1.4: New development within the Town shall make all necessary
improvements to the downstream off -site surface water management system(s)
to adequately store and /or convey any additional permitted stormwater
discharges so as to not cause adverse offsite impacts.
Objective 4.C.1.2.: The Town shall maintain land development regulations
which comply with the requirements of the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Insurance Program and which protect
public health and maintain groundwater aquifer recharge.
Policy 4.C.1.2.1.: The Town shall maintain existing land development
regulations which comply with the FEMA Flood Insurance Program requirements.
Policy 4.C.1.2.2.: The Town shall maintain existing land development
regulations which prohibit the placement of retention areas over septic
drainfields.
Policy 4.C.1.2.3.: The Town shall maintain existing land development
regulations which protect natural drainage features and prohibit excessive
drainage flows between adjacent properties.
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08 /10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
4C -9 Infrastructure Element
Policy 4.C.1.2.4.: The Town shall maintain existing land development
regulations which provide for sloping requirements of retention areas such that
erosion is minimized.
Policy 4.C.1.2.5.: The Town shall maintain existing land development
regulations which provide for groundwater aquifer recharge through open space
and minimum pervious surface area requirements.
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08 /10)
Adopted Jul 10, 2009
4C -10
Intrastructurye Element
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
POTABLE WATER SUB- ELEMENT
Prepared for:
The Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
Prepared by:
Resource Engineering and Planning, Inc.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
(Amendment 08 -1 prepared by Urban Design Kilday Studios)
Original Adoption July 1989
Amendment 08 -1 adopted July 10, 2009 (Ord. 08/10)
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v TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Page
I. INTRODUCTION 4D -1
II. EXISTING CONDITIONS 4D -1
City of Delray Beach Service Area 4D -1
Town of Gulf Stream Service Area 4D -3
III. PROJECTED DEMAND 4D -5
City of Delray Beach Service Area 4D -5
Town of Gulf Stream Service Area 4D -6
IV. PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT 4D -6
City of Delray Beach Service Area 4D -6
Town of Gulf Stream Service Area 4D -7
Other Service Areas within the 4D -9
Town of Gulf Stream
V. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ISSUES 4D -10
OData and Analysis Update 4D -11
VI. GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES 4D -13
VII. WATER SUPPLY FACILITIES WORK PLAN 4Da
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LIST OF TABLES
Table
Page
4D -1 Summary of Delray Beach Potable 4D -2
Water Treatment Facility
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure
Page
4D -1 Potable Water Service Areas 4D -4
Within the Town of Gulf Stream
Infrastructure Element
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
POTABLE WATER SUB- ELEMENT
I. INTRODUCTION
The Town of Gulf Stream is a part of the City of Delray Beach
potable water service area. Although the town is only a customer
of the City of Delray Beach, this sub - element will analyze the
current demand, capacities, levels of service, and plant
conditions of the Delray Beach system. The data, analysis,
goals, objectives, and policies in this sub - element are provided
in accordance with Rule 9J- 5.011, Florida Administrative Code.
II. EXISTING CONDITIONS
City of Delray Beach Service Area
According to the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Delray Beach,
May 23, 1989, the Delray Beach potable water treatment plant is
owned and operated by the City of Delray Beach. The plant
services the City of Delray Beach, portions of unincorporated
pockets within the City, and the Town of Gulf Stream. Built in
1972, the plant has a programmed life of 50 years. Appendix 4A -I
of the Sanitary Sewer Sub - Element contains portions of the
Comprehensive Plan for the City of Delray Beach, May 23, 1989,
which summarize existing and projected conditions of the
treatment facility. The various findings are then capsulized in
Table 4D -1.
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TABLE 40 -1
SUMMARY OF DELRAY BEACH
POTABLE HATER TREATMENT FACILLITY
* The Town of Gulf Stream purchases water from the City of Delray Beach
but maintains its own water tines.
`* Under the current water purchase contract, the Town of Gulf Stream
may use an average of 0.8 MGD.
The Town of Gulf Stream is projected to reach buildout in 1995.
" * ** The City of Delray Beach is currently expanding the treatment plant
capasity to 27.2 MGD.
* « « ** The Comprehensive Plan for the City of Delray Beach does not adopt
peak levels of service.
source: City of Delray Beach; REP /Inc., 1989.
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I ENTIRE DELRAY BEACH
GULF STREAM
PRIMARY ATTRIBUTES
________________________________________________
I SERVICE AREA
SERVICE AREA
Responsible Entity
ICity of Delray Beach
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__________ ______________ _______
Noun of Gulf Stream*
Geographic Service Area
ICity of Delray Beach
I
IMOst of Gulf Stream
I(see Figure in Appenidx 4D -1) 1(see Figure in Appenidx 4D -1)
Year BuiLt /Remaining Life
11972133 yrs.
I
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Design Capacity
I
120.4 MGD
I +
Capacity Set- asides
I ++
I
I **
Current /1995/2000
113.2/14.0/14.5 mgd
I
0.659/0.689 MGD * **
Average Demand
I
I
Current/1995/2000
1195/195/195 GCD
11021/1021 GCD * **
Average LOS
I
I
Current/1995/2000
17.2/13.2/12.7 MGD * * **
I
I +.
Average Surplus
I
I
Current /1995/2000
117.5/20.1/21.9 MGD * * **
10.979/1.024 MGD * **
Peak Demand
I
I
Current /1995/2000
1263/263/263 GCD
11500/1500 GCD * **
Peak Surplus
I
I
Expansion Opportunities/
I
INone
I
Problems
Impact on Natural
I
jNone
i
Resources
i
Average LDS to be Adopted
I
1195 GCD
I
11021 GCD
Peak LDS to be Adopted
I * *" **
11500 GCD
* The Town of Gulf Stream purchases water from the City of Delray Beach
but maintains its own water tines.
`* Under the current water purchase contract, the Town of Gulf Stream
may use an average of 0.8 MGD.
The Town of Gulf Stream is projected to reach buildout in 1995.
" * ** The City of Delray Beach is currently expanding the treatment plant
capasity to 27.2 MGD.
* « « ** The Comprehensive Plan for the City of Delray Beach does not adopt
peak levels of service.
source: City of Delray Beach; REP /Inc., 1989.
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As shown on Table 4A -1, the Delray Beach water treatment plant
has an existing capacity of 20.4 million gallons per day (MGD) .
Presently, the plant is operating at an average of 13.2 MGD,
yielding a surplus of 7.2 MGD. The population of the entire
service area had an average annual level of service of 195
gallons per capita per day (GCD) and a peak level of service of
263 GCD.
Town of Gulf Stream Service Area
Through a contractual arrangement, the Town of Gulf Stream
receives potable water from the City of Delray Beach. The town
owns and maintains all water lines within its jurisdiction and
has two 'master meter connections with the City of Delray Beach.
Delray Beach bills the town based on water consumption as
measured at both master meters. The town then bills individual
residents based on their water consumption as measured by
individual meters located at each billing address. As shown on
Figure 4D -1, the town's service area includes almost all of the
town.
From May, 1988, through April, 1989, the Town of Gulf Stream
consumed approximately 240.4 million gallons of water or 658,630
gallons per day. This figure was obtained from the City of
Delray Beach and is from monthly water meter readings taken at
both master meter connections with the Town of Gulf Stream.
During this same period, Gulf Stream had an approximate average
daily population of 645. The average daily population is based
on the population projections presented in the Future Land Use
Element of this Comprehensive Plan. The full seasonal high
population was calculated for three months and the permanent
population used for the remaining nine months.
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Town of Gulf Stream
Potable Water Service Areas
FIGURE 4D -2
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ElTOWN OF GULFSTREAM SERVICE AREA
SOURCE: City of Delray Beach
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Based on the average daily population for twelve months, the Town
of Gulf Stream had an average annual level of service of 1,021
GCD. Compared with the level of service for the entire service
area, this figure is very high. The primary cause of the large
consumption is the irrigation of the private residences. Both of
the golf courses in town use well water for their irrigation
needs and thus, do not contribute to the large use of potable
water.
The peak water use month between May, 1988, and April, 1989, was
October, 1988, with 30.363 million gallons consumed or 979,452
gallons per day. This yielded a peak level of service of 1,518
GCD. This is an indication of potable water use for irrigation
purposes as October is not considered to be a peak population
month. In contrast, the third and fifth lowest monthly uses
were recorded in December and January respectively. These two
months tend to be the highest in population.
III. PROJECTED DEMAND
City of Delray Beach Service Area
As indicated on Table .4D -1, the Delray Beach water treatment
plant is projected to have surplus capacity for 1995 (13.2 MGD)
and the year 2000 (12.7 MGD). This is based on an average annual
level of service of 195 GCD for the entire service area, and the
completion of the expansion of the treatment plant to 27.2 MGD.
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Town of Gulf Stream Service Area
As discussed in the Future Land Use Element of this Comprehensive
Plan, the Town of Gulf Stream is expected to reach buildout in
the year 1995. Thus, the population projected for 1995 is
expected to remain constant through the year 2000. Using the
population projections from the Future Land Use Element and the
methodology presented previously in this sub - element for average
daily population, the Town is projected to have an average daily
population of 675 in 1995 and the year 2000.
At the current level of service for potable water of 1,021 GCD,
the town is projected to use 689,175 gallons of water per day in
both 1995 and the year 2000. At the current peak level of
service of 1,518 GCD, the peak water use for 1995 and the year
2000 is projected to be 1.024 million gallons per day (see Table
4D -1).
IV. PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT
City of Delray Beach Service Area
According to the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Delray Beach,
the water treatment plant has and will continue to have adequate
capacity with the planned expansion in 1989. Although health
standards are also being met, the water is relatively hard.
Thus, the City of Delray Beach will be making some qualitative
improvements to the treatment plant as well. No impacts on
natural resources of the area have been reported and none are
anticipated. Please consult Appendix 4A -I of the Sanitary Sewer
Sub - Element for more detailed information on the performance of
the treatment plant.
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Town of Gulf Stream Service Area
As discussed previously, the Town of Gulf Stream contracts with
the City of Delray Beach for potable water. The existing
contract was signed in 1976 and expires in the year 2001. The
contract allows the town to use up to 800,000 gallons of water
per day on average except during periods of water shortages.
This maximum use limit is above the current average water usage
of 658,610 gallons per day and the projected average water usage
of 679,175 gallons per day for 1995 and the year 2000.
Although the Town of Gulf Stream does not have any water
treatment or storage facilities, it does own and maintain all of
the water lines within the town limits. Presently, the lines are
reported to be in good shape and are sized properly to maintain
adequate fire flows. Should the water pressure fall below 40
pounds per square inch, the town has a back -up water connection
with the City of Boynton Beach that will automatically open to
maintain a minimum pressure. A drop in pressure to this level
has never occurred. The town has contracted with Harvel Utility
Construction, Inc. for the maintenance of the water transmission
system.
As discussed, the high water use in the town is caused by the
irrigation of private residences. Most of the lots in the town
are heavily landscaped and thus, require irrigation for the
maintenance of the vegetation. There are approximately 30 vacant
lots in town that are expected to be developed between now and
1995. While these lots are smaller than many of the developed
areas, they too will be landscaped and require irrigation.
However, there are some techniques that can be applied in order
to reduce the need for irrigation.
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one method of reducing the need for irrigation is the planting of
vegetation that requires less water ( xeriscape). The South
Florida Water Management District has published an annotated
guide on the use xeriscape techniques. The incorporation of
xeriscape into the development of new lots and major
redevelopment projects can significantly decrease the need for
irrigation.
A second method of reducing the use of irrigation water is the
use of soil water tensiometers. In most instances, irrigation
systems operate independent of rainfall. The technology to
correct this, using devices such as soil water tensiometers, is
readily available and not expensive. New systems that include
this technology would not be much more, if any more, expensive
than the trade standards presently being installed. The.
reduction in demand on potable water would be considerable if all
residences were to use this simple technology.
There are also several other water conservation techniques that
could be used. These include water saving plumbing fixtures and
gray water. Water saving devices could be required for new
development but would be difficult to require for existing
development. In addition, these devices would not have an impact
on the amount irrigation water. Gray water systems also have
limited applicability in the Town of Gulf Stream as there are no
large wastewater treatment plants within several miles of the
town. The package treatment plants may provide some wastewater
reuse potential; however, the extent of the treatment and hence,
water quality, would have to studied. Further, the combined
average daily flow of all three package wastewater treatment
plants within the Town of Gulf Stream is only 10,780 gallons per
day. This amounts to less than 2% of the average water
consumption of the whole town.
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Other Service Areas Within the Town of Gulf Stream
Almost all of the residences in the Town of Gulf Stream are
connected to the town's system; however, there are some which are
not connected. These include approximately 3 single family homes
on Pelican Drive which are connected directly to the City of
Delray Beach's water system (see Figure 4D -1). As discussed
previously, this is the same system to which the town's system is
connected and it is expected to have surplus capacity in both
1995 and the year 2000. Given the few number of units connected
directly to the Delray Beach system, this Comprehensive Plan has
included these residents in all demand and levels of service
calculations for the town's system as presented in Table 4D -1.
Should it be necessary at some later date, the town does have the
water line capacity to accommodate these additional units.
The remaining residents who are not connected to the Town of Gulf
Stream's system are connected to the City of Boynton Beach's
system. These include approximately 5 single family residents
located on the ,east side of State Road A-1-A, on the north end of
town (see Figure 4D -1). According to the City of Boynton Beach,
Florida Comprehensive Plan, May, 1989, the City of Boynton Beach
owns and operates a potable water treatment plant with a capacity
of approximately 21 MGD. The current average level of demand on
the system is 10.7 MGD and the current peak level is 20.9 MGD.
Presently, the facility has an average level of service of 200
GCD. Projections for 1995 and 2000 indicate average surpluses of
5.0 MGD and 3 MGD respectively. However, the City of Boynton
Beach is planning to expand both plant and wellfield capacities.
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Given the few number of units connected to the Boynton Beach
system, this Comprehensive Plan has included these residents in
all demand and levels of service calculations for the town's
system as presented in Table 4D -1. Should it be necessary at
some later date, the town does have the water line capacity to
accommodate these additional units.
In addition to the above systems, both golf courses within the
town irrigate with their own private wells. Other than
irrigation, there is no use of well water within the town.
V. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ISSUES
Through a' contractual agreement, the Town of Gulf Stream
purchases potable water from the City of Delray Beach. The town
does not have any water treatment or storage facilities but it
does own and maintain all water lines within its incorporated
limits.
The water consumption levels for the town greatly exceed those of
the entire Delray Beach service area. The large use is mainly
attributable to the irrigation of private residences. While
little can be done to reduce consumption by existing development,
short of mandatory water use restrictions, regulations for new
development can be implemented to curtail future water use.
These include the use of xeric landscaping and the use of soil
tensiometers in irrigation systems. Wastewater reuse does not
appear to be a feasible alternative for the town as no large
volume wastewater plant is located in the vicinity of the town
limits.
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INFRASTRUCTURE ELEMENT
Potable Water Sub — Element
Data and Analysis Update
The Town of Gulf Stream is a part of the City of Delray Beach potable water service
area. The Town of Gulf Stream purchases water from the City of Delray Beach but
maintains the water lines. Delray Beach bills the Town based on water consumption as
measured at the master meters. The Town then bills individual residents based on their
water consumption.
The Water Service Agreement with the City of Delray Beach dated June 17, 1998 states
that the City of Delray Beach sells and delivers to the Town of Gulf Stream all water
necessary to fulfill the water requirements of the Town, up to 800,000 gallons per day.
The agreement is for 25 years until 2023 unless the agreement is extended. In addition
to this agreement, the Town has a backup water agreement with the City of Boynton
Beach. This back up agreement dated May 19, 1998, provides the Town with water
from the City of Boynton Beach via an existing 6 inch main located at the north end of
the Town, should the water service from Delray Beach fail.
According to the City of Delray Beach Comprehensive Plan their treatment plant was
constructed in 1972, with a programmed life of 50 years (2022). The design capacity is
established by its clarifier capacity of (28 mgd). The demand for the year 2000 was 16.4
mgd with a peak of 20.5 mgd. The build out demand is estimated at 18.3 mgd with a
peak of 22.8 mgd. The amount of withdrawal from the existing 30 wells (programmed 38
wells total yielding 49.74 mgd) is established, through South Florida Water Management
District consumptive use permit at 21.08 mgd.
In 1989, the Town's average demand was 0.659 mgd, 0.604 mgd for the year 2000 and
.699 for the year 2005. The average Level of Service for 1989 was 1021 gcd with a
projection of 1021 gcd for the year 1995. The actual level of service for the year 2000
was reported at 846 gcd and for 2005 was 979 gcd. This reflects a lower level of service
and therefore a conservation of water even though the Town's population increased.
Although the Town has reduced its overall consumption of water since the 1989
Comprehensive Plan, additional water conservation measures have been provided.
Since the its Comprehensive Plan was adopted, the Town has adopted land
development regulations which limit irrigation to three days a week during non - daylight
hours in order to avoid water loss through evaporation. The Town's Land Development
Regulations also provides the Town Manager with additional powers to further restrict
water use in the Town during emergency situations.
Additionally, the Town has adopted an inverted rate structure in which the rate
increases proportionally with water consumption. The Town's Landscape Code
requires the use of native vegetation whenever possible and rain sensors and other
water - saving plumbing devices are also encouraged. A new policy requires the
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 4D -11 Infrastructure Element
maintenance of these water - saving land development regulations. Another policy has
been added requiring the Town to study and encourage the use of drip irrigation and
other water - saving irrigation methods as a means of reducing the overall water
requirement of the Town. Drip irrigation can save up to 50% of the water used by a
sprinkler irrigation system. By addressing the method of irrigation, the Town can
significantly reduce its water use.
Level of Service Analysis
Based on the actual use rates, the potable water Level of Service for the Town is 979
gallons per capita per day. However, the actual level of service for the Town is the
800,000 gallons per day that is available to the Town through its Water Service
Agreement with the City of Delray Beach. Below is a chart using the latest population
projections and the Town's potable water level of service.
As indicated in the above table, the Town has enough capacity, through its water
service agreement, to meet its project population.
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 4D -12
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Infrastructure Element
2009
2014
2019
2024
2029
Population
754
772
788
801
810
Potable
738,166
755,788
771,452
784,179
792,990
Water,
gallons per
gallons per
gallons per
gallons per
gallons per
979 gallons
day
day
day
day
day
per capita
per day
As indicated in the above table, the Town has enough capacity, through its water
service agreement, to meet its project population.
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Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Infrastructure Element
INFRASTRUCTURE ELEMENT
Potable Water Sub — Element
VI. GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND POLICIES
GOAL 4.D.1.: TO PROVIDE OF A SAFE, HEALTHY AND DEPENDABLE
POTABLE WATER SUPPLY TO ALL RESIDENTS.
Obiective 4.D.1.1.: The potable water level of service standard established in this
element shall be maintained throughout the Town.
Policy 4.D.1.1.1.: The Town shall adopt an average annual potable water level of
service standard of 979 gallons per capita per day.
Policy 4.D.1.1.2.: The Town shall not approve any development permits which would
cause for the level of service standard established in Policy 4.D.1.1.1. to operated at a
lower level.
Policy 4.D.1.1.4.: A representative of the Town of Gulf Stream shall meet annually
with the City of Delray Beach to discuss potable water related issues, including the
development of a wastewater reuse or gray —water system.
Policy 4.D.1.1.5. In compliance with Chapter 163, Part II, F.S., the Town shall adopt
the Water Supply Facilities Work Plan.
Objective 4.D.1.2.: The Town will continue to encourage new development and
redevelopment to reduce per capita potable water consumption.
Policy 4.D.1.2.1.: The Town shall maintain land development regulations that require
and encourage the following water conservation practices.
The use of xeriscape and native vegetation on a portion of development sites.
b. The use of soil tensiometers or similar control mechanisms in all irrigation
systems.
C. The use of in —home water saving plumbing devises such as low volume shower
heads and toilets.
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 4D -13 Infrastructure Element
Policy 4.D.1.2.2.: The Town shall study and identify means to encourage, and require
if necessary, the use of drip irrigation and other water - saving irrigation used within the
Town.
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Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Infrastructure Element
TOWN OF GULF STREAM, FLORIDA
WATER SUPPLY FACILITIES WORK PLAN
Prepared For:
Florida Department of Community Affairs
Prepared By:
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
Urban Design Studio, Planning Consultant
April 16, 2009
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Statutory History
1.2 Statutory Requirements
2.0 BACKGROUND INFORMATION
2.1 Overview
2.2 Relevant Regional Issues
3.0 DATA AND ANALYSIS
3.1 Population Information
3.2 Maps of Current and Future Areas Served
3.3 Potable Water Level of Service Standard
3.4 Population and Potable Water Demand Projections by Each Local
Government Utility
3.5 Water Supply Provided by Other Entities
3.6 Conservation
3.7 Reuse
4.0 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
The purpose of the Town of Gulf Stream Water Supply Facilities Work Plan (Work Plan) is
to identify and plan for the water supply sources and facilities needed to serve existing and
new development within the local government's jurisdiction. Chapter 163, Part II, F.S.,
requires local governments to prepare and adopt Work Plans into their comprehensive
plans.
Residents of the Town of Gulf Stream obtain their water directly from the City of Delray
Beach, which is responsible for ensuring that enough capacity is available for existing and
future customers.
The Town of Gulf Stream Water Supply Facilities Work Plan (Work Plan) will reference the
initiatives already identified in Delray Beach's Work Plan since the Town is a retail buyer.
According to state guidelines, the Work Plan and the comprehensive plan amendment
must address the development of traditional and alternative water supplies, bulk sales
agreements and conservation and reuse programs that are necessary to serve existing
and new development.
The City's Work Plan is divided into four sections:
Section 1 — Introduction
Section 2 — Background Information
Section 3 — Data and Analysis
Section 4 — Work Plan Projects /Capital Improvement Element/Schedule
1.1 Statutory History
The Florida Legislature has enacted bills in the 2002, 2004, and 2005 sessions to address
the state's water supply needs. These bills, especially Senate Bills 360 and 444 (2005
legislative session), significantly changed Chapter 163 and 373 Florida Statutes (F.S.) by
strengthening the statutory links between the regional water supply plans prepared by the
water management districts and the comprehensive plans prepared by local governments.
In addition, these bills established the basis for improving coordination between the local
land use planning and water supply planning.
1.2 Statutory Requirements
Each local government must comply with the following requirements:
1. Coordinate appropriate aspects of its comprehensive plan with the appropriate
water management district's regional water supply plan, [163.3177(4)(a), F.S.]
2. Ensure that its future land use plan is based upon availability of adequate water
supplies and public facilities and services [s.163.3177(6)(a), F.S., effective July 1,
20051. Data and analysis demonstrating that adequate water supplies and
associated public facilities will be available to meet projected growth demands must
accompany all proposed Future Land Use Map amendments submitted to the
Department for review. The submitted package must also include an amendment to
the Capital Improvements Element, if necessary, to demonstrate that adequate
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public facilities will be available to serve the proposed Future Land Use Map
modification.
3. Ensure that adequate water supplies and facilities area available to serve new
development no later than the date on which the local government anticipates
issuing a certificate of occupancy and consult with the applicable water supplier
prior to approving building permit, to determine whether adequate water supplies
will be available to serve the development by the anticipated issuance date of the
certificate of occupancy [s.163.3180 (2)(a), F.S., effective July 1, 2005]. This "water
supply concurrency" is now in effect, and local governments should be complying
with the requirement for all new development proposals. In addition, local
governments should update their comprehensive plans and land development
regulations as soon as possible to address these statutory requirements. The latest
point at which the comprehensive plan must be revised to reflect the concurrency
requirements is at the time the local government adopts plan amendments to
implement the recommendations of the Evaluation and Appraisal Report (EAR).
4. For local governments subject to a regional water supply plan, revise the General
Sanitary Sewer, Solid Waste, Drainage, Potable Water, and Natural Groundwater
Aquifer Recharge Element (the "Infrastructure Element "), within 18 months after the
water management district approves an updated regional water supply plan, to:
a. Identify and incorporate the alternative water supply project(s) selected by
the local government from projects identified in the updated regional water
supply plan, or the alternative project proposed by the local government
under s. 373.0361(7), F.S. [s. 163.3177(6)(c), F.S.];
b. Identify the traditional and alternative water supply projects, bulk sales
agreements, and the conservation and reuse programs necessary to meet
current and future water use demands within the local government's
jurisdiction [s. 163.3177(6)(c), F.S.]; and
c. Include a water supply facilities work plan for at least a 10 -year planning
period for constructing the public, private, and regional water supply facilities
identified in the element as necessary to serve existing and new
development. [s. 163.3177(6)(c), F.S.] Amendments to incorporate the water
supply facilities work plan into the comprehensive plan are exempt from the
twice -a -year amendment limitation. [s. 163.3177(6)(c), F.S.]
5. Revise the Five -Year Schedule of Capital Improvements to include any water
supply, reuse, and conservation projects and programs to be implemented during
the five -year period.
6. To the extent necessary to maintain internal consistency after making changes
described in Paragraph 1 through 5 above, revise the Conservation Element to
assess projected water needs and sources for at least a 10 -year planning period,
considering the appropriate regional water supply plan, the applicable District Water
Management Plan, as well as applicable consumptive use permit(s). [s.163.3177
(6)(d), F.S.]
If the established planning period of a comprehensive plan is greater than ten years,
the plan must address the water supply sources necessary to meet and achieve the
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existing and projected water use demand for established planning period,
considering the appropriate regional water supply plan. [s.163.3167 (13), F.S.]
7. To the extent necessary to maintain internal consistency after making changes
described in Paragraphs 1 through 5 above, revise the Intergovernmental
Coordination Element to ensure coordination of the comprehensive plan with
applicable regional water supply plans and regional water supply authorities' plans.
[s.163.3177(6)(h)1., F.S.]
8. Address in the EAR, the extent to which the local government has implemented the
10 -year water supply facilities work plan, including the development of alternative
water supplies, and determine whether the identified alternative water supply
projects, traditional water supply projects, bulk sales agreements, and conservation
and reuse programs are meeting local water use demands. [s.163.3191 (2)(1), F.S.]
2.0 BACKGROUND INFORMATION
2.1 Overview
The Town of Gulf Stream was incorporated in 1925, as a small, seasonal, beachfront
community. The Town's unique location with the great majority of the municipal land
situated on a barrier island has helped maintain its strictly residential character. The Town
can not expand its jurisdictional boundaries much farther than it currently exists. The Town
is bounded to the east by the Atlantic Ocean, to the west by the Intracoastal Waterway and
U.S. 1, to the north is the City of Boynton Beach and the small municipalities of Briny
Breezes and Ocean Ridge. To the south is the City of Delray Beach. The Town is
approximately 521 acres or 0.81 square miles. The Town is considered almost entirely
built out. Within the Town, there are 34.89 acres of vacant land, scattered throughout the
Town. The great majority of this vacant land is held by government agencies and is not
developable under its current zoning. This is only 2.91 acres of developable land left in the
Town, all of which are zoning for single family residential development. There are no
vacant multi - family properties within the Town. No commercial or industrial future land use
designated lands exist or are projected for Gulf Stream.
As indicated above, the Town of Gulf Stream is substantially built -out. Between 1990 and
2000, the Town of Gulf Stream's population grew from 690 to 716, an increase 0.37%
percent per year. It is estimated that the population will increase to 768 in 2010, which is a
increase from the 746 in 2005. Build out is projected to be reached in 2015 with a
population of 791.
2.2 Relevant Regional Issues
As the state agency responsible for water supply in the Lower East Coast planning area,
the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) plays a pivotal role in resource
protection, through criteria used for Consumptive Use Permitting. As pressure increased
on the Everglades ecosystem resource, the Governing Board initiated rule making to limit
increased allocations dependent on the Everglades system. As a result, the Regional
Water Availability Rule was adopted by the Governing Board on February 15, 2007 as part
of the SFWMD's water use permit program. This reduced reliance on the regional system
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for future water supply needs, mandates the development of alternative water supplies,
and increasing conservation and reuse.
3. DATA AND ANALYSIS
3.1 Population Information
The Town's existing and future population figures are derived from U.S. Census figures,
the Palm Beach County Planning and Zoning Department, the University of Florida,
Shimberg Center. Between 1990 and 2000, the Town of Gulf Stream's population grew
from 690 to 716, an increase of 0.37 percent per year. In 2005, it was estimated that the
Town's population had increased to 736 residents. By 2009, the Town's population is
estimated to increase to 754; 2014 to 772; and 2024 to 801. This minor population growth
is reflective of the fact that the Town is substantially built -out, with future development
potential and population growth limited by the scarcity of vacant and developable land.
3.2 Maps of Current and Future Areas Served
The map depicting current Town boundaries and Future Land Use Plan designation served
by the City of Delray Beach's Public Utilities Division for potable water distribution is
provided.
3.3 Potable Water Level of Service Standard
In its 1989 Comprehensive Plan for the Town, a potable water level of service of 800
gallons per capita per day was established. Currently, the average level of service
demand in 2005 was 979 gallons per capita per day.
This average level of service demand is consistent with the existing Water Service
Agreement between the City of Delray Beach, which is the Town's potable water provider,
and the Town, which is the consumer. This agreement permits the Town to purchase up
to 800,000 gallons of potable water per day. The 2005 average demand for water was
699,000 gallons of potable water per day.
Based on the actual usage of potable water in the Town, the Level of Service for the Town
shall be revised to 979 gallons per day per capita. With the anticipated 2029 population of
810 persons, the level of service would result in a maximum of 792,990 gallons of water a
day, which is within the limitations of the Town's Water Service Agreement with the City of
Delray Beach. This projection assumes that current level of service. With the additional
emphasis on water conservation in the public and private sectors, it is anticipated that the
per capita water use will decrease in the near time frame.
It should also be noted that the Town has an alternative water service agreement with the
City of Boynton Beach, should there be any interruption of water service with the City of
Delray Beach. Please also note that there are no commercial and industrial lands
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Government or Utility
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3.5 Water Supply Provided by Other Entities
The City of Delray Beach Water Supply Facilities Work Plan is included by reference. The
intent of the City of Delray Beach's Work Plan is to meet the statutory requirements
mentioned in subsection 1.2 of this plan and to coordinate the City Work Plan's water
supply initiatives with the SFWMD's Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan Update.
The City's Water Treatment plant is a 26.0 Million Gallons per Day (MGD) lime softening
treatments facility. Water is pumped from 30 wells throughout the City and transmitted
through underground lines to the treatment facility. The treated water is then distributed
throughout the City and to the Town of Gulf Stream through underground transmission
pipes. The City has more than 426 miles of water distribution and transmission mains,
19,200 service lines, 7,500 valves and 2,456 fire hydrants. The Town of Gulf Stream owns
and maintains its transmission lines.
3.6 Conservation
The Town will coordinate future water conservation efforts with the City of Delray Beach
and the SFWMD to ensure that proper techniques are applied. In addition, the Town will
continue to support and expand existing goals, objectives and policies in the
comprehensive plan that promotes water conservation in a cost - effective and
environmentally sensitive manner. The Town will continue to actively support the SFWMD
and the City of Delray Beach in the implementation of new regulations or programs that
are design to conserve water during the dry season.
3.7 Reuse
State law supports reuse efforts. For the past years, Florida's utilities, local governments,
and water management districts have led the nation in implementing water reuse programs
that increase the quantity of reclaimed water used and public acceptance of reuse
programs. Section 373.250(1) F.S. provides that "water reuse programs designed and
operated in compliance with Florida's rules governing reuse are deemed protective of
public health and environmental quality." In addition, Section 403.064(1), F.S., provides
that "reuse is a critical component of meeting the state's existing and future water supply
needs while sustaining natural systems." The Town of Gulf Stream supports water reuse
initiatives under consideration by both the SFWMD and the City of Delray Beach.
4.0 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
Once the City of Delray Beach completes its Water Supplies Facilities Work Plan,
the Town's Water Supply Plan will be updated. There are no Potable Water Capital
Improvements planned by the Town during the next five years. Only routine
maintenance paid for by general revenues are anticipated during the next five years.
WATER SERVICE AGREEMENT
WITH CITY OF DELRAY BEACH
AND
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH
ADOPTED PUBLIC FACILITIES ELEMENT
OF ITS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN,
INCLUDING WATER SUPPLY PLAN
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CITY CLERK
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ORDINANCE.. NO. 70 -05
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF DEL.RAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 52,
"WATER", OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY
OF DEL.RAY BEACH, BY AMENDING SECTION 52.34,
"WATER RATES ", SUBSECTION 52.34(B), TO PROVIDE FOR
INCREASED RLSIDENTIAI, NONRESIDENTIAL. AND
IRRIGATION RATES FOR FY 2006; PROVIDING A GENERAL
REPEALER CLAUSE, A SAVING CLAUSE, AND AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, to provide for accurate accounting of services, the City Commission
desires to more accurately reflect the payment for services provided for the rendition of water
services on a prorated basis.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That Title V, "Public Works ", Chapter 52, "Water ", Section 52.34, "Water
Rates ", subsection 52.34(B), of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Delray Beach, Florida, is
hereby amended to read as follows:
(B) Monthly rates. The monthly rates (except for fire hydrants as set forth in Sec.
52.03) for water fumisbed by the water facilities or plant of the City to customers within and outside
the corporate limits of the City, which unless otherwise indicated shall include the appropriate
customer charges, capacity charges, and commodity charges for all customers, are fixed as shown in
the following schedule:
Type of Customer
Residential
Customer charge (per meter)
Inside City Outside City
33-3 1.64
Capacity charge (charged to all 94-5
customers, per residential dwelling
unit)
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3-94 205
345 12_28
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Inside City
Outside City
Commodity charge (all metered
consumption -per 1,000 gallows)
19.11 20_48
Zero to 3,000 gallons
4-26 1.35
438
2 -inch meter 48.94
4,000 to 20,000 gallons
439 1.49
443
1.86
21,000 to 35,000 gallons
4-.&3 1.64
4,99
2.05
36,000 to 50,000 gallons
4-66 1.78
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Above 50,000 gallons
4.90 2.03
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Nonresidential and Irrigation
Customer charge (pet meter) 433 1.64 4-.4 2.05
Capacity charge (based upon meter size):
3 /4-inch meter 9.18
9.82
44.48 12_28
1 -inch meter 43-3}
16_38
19.11 20_48
1 -1/2 -inch meter 30.99
32.0,9
38-11) 40.86
2 -inch meter 48.94
52_33
643.1 65_41
3 -inch meter 407.06
114.55
1-33.82 143.19
4-inch meter 492.6q
206.16
249.83 257.70
6 -inch meter 4-2&47
458.14
93524 572.68
8 -inch meter 7- 33..92
785.29
91x.40 981.61
10 -inch meter 4,-62:0$
1243.43
1,452.59 1554.29
Commodity charge (all metetcd consumption -per 1,000 gallons)
4-49 1.49 4.73 1.86
Section 2. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in coaflict herewith be, and the
same ate hereby repealed.
Section 3. That should any section or provision of this ordinance or any portion
thereof; any paragraph, sentence, or word be declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be
invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remainder hereof as a whole or part thereof
other than the part declared to be invalid.
Section 4. That this ordinance shall become effective on October 1, 2005.
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08/22/05 THU 14:03 FAX 5612403774 CITY CLERK
PASSED AND ADOFMD in regular session on second and :final reading on this the nbu---
day of 2005_
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City Clerk
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1993 September 13, 2005
2001 Mr. William Thrasher
Town Manager
Town of Gulfstream
100 Sea Road
Gulf Stream, Fl. 33483
100 N.W 1 s AVENUE DELRAY BEACH. FLORIDA 33444 561/243 -7000
RE: Town of Gulf Stream Water Rates
Water account - 162035- 337730
Sprinkler account - 39095- 335970
Dear William;
Effective October 1, 2005 your new water rates will be increased by 7% as follows:
Meter Charge - $2.05 per month
This represents the City's non - residential rate of $1.64 plus a 25% surcharge for each of the two
(2) referenced meters.
Capacity Charge - $981.61 per month -water meter /$572 68 per month - sprinkler meter
This represents the City's non - residential capacity charge of $785.29 for an eight -inch meter plus
a 25% surcharge and the City's non - residential capacity charge of $458.14 for a six -inch meter
plus a 25% surcharge.
Commodity Charge - $1.86 per 1000 gallons used per month
This represents the City's non - residential rate of $1.49 per 1,000 gallons per month plus a 25%
surcharge.
If there is any change in the rate structure from the rates listed, you will be contacted immediately.
Please note that your September, 2005 consumption will be billed at the new rates effective
October 1, 2005.
SincerelyASa J
Joseph o rd
Finance Director
cc: David T. Harden, City Manager
Barbara Schooler, Utilities Customer Service Manager
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WATER SERVICE AGREEMEN T
3 This Agreement made and entered into this day of Sur %c.
19 OK by and between the City of Delray Beach, a Municipal Corporation organized and
l existing under the laws of the State of Florida (hereinafter referred to as the "City "), and the
Town of Gulfstream, a municipal corporation organized and existing under the laws of the
State of Florida (hereinafter referred to as the "Town ").
WITNESSETH:
Whereas, the Town desires to purchase treated, potable water from the City; and,
Whereas, the City has the ability and is willing to provide the water service desired to
the extent provided herein.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and agreements herein set forth
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to be observed and performed, the parties hereto agree as follows:
SECTION I
RECITATIONS
The Recitations set forth above are incorporated as if fully set forth herein.
SECTION iI
GENERAL P iRPOS .
The City shall sell and deliver to the Town, and the Town shall purchase and receive
from the City, all water necessary to fulfill the water requirements of the Town, up to
800,000 gallons per day, during the effective period of this contract. In the event that, despite
all reasonable diligence exercised by the City in developing and maintaining adequate sources
of water supply, there should be at any time an insufficient supply of water available to fulfill
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the total requirements of all customers of the Town, due to prohibitions, restrictions,
limitations or requirements of local, state of federal governmental agencies having jurisdiction
over such matters or due to any other causes beyond its control including but not limited to
those more specifically set forth in Section VII hereof, the City shall be deemed to have fully
performed its duties and to have discharged its obligations hereunder if, in such circumstances,
it shall furnish and deliver to the Town its surplus water over and above the needs of the
inhabitants.
In the event that the City is unable to fulfill the total requirements of all customers of
the Town, then the Town shall have the right, without cancellation of this Agreement, to seek
an alternative source of water to fulfill the needs of the inhabitants of the Town that are not at
that time being fulfilled by the City. If the City is unable to supply the total requirements of
all customers of the Town, this shall not terminate or cancel this Agreement. It shall always
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be the obligation of the Town hereunder to purchase all water necessary to fulfill the
requirements of the Town up to 800,000 gallons per day from the City to the extent that the
City is able to furnish such water to the Town and the fact that the Town may be obligated to
or using an alternate entity and /or source of water supply shall not diminish the obligation of
the Town in this regard.
All water delivered by the City hereunder shall be of good and potable quality
satisfactory for domestic use and shall have received the same treatment and be of the quality
as that furnished by the City to all other customers of the City.
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The water furnished hereunder will be delivered by the City, and will be accepted and
received by the Town at the intersections of Old Dixie Highway, Gulfstream Boulevard,
Pelican Lane and State Road A -1 -A and at such other points as may be determined necessary
by engineering analysis and as mutually agreed upon by the City and the Town. The City
shall maintain facilities of sufficient capacity to provide the combined volume of water referred
to in Section II, at the points referred to above. If any additional points of service are
required, the Town shall pay the total cost of the additional facilities, including but not limited
to additional meters. All existing and future facilities required and agreed to by the parties,
including master water meters shall be owned and maintained by the City. Title to the
existing twelve inch waterline and the existing master water meters have aeen transferred to
the City, and a Grant or Grants of Easement to the connection have been made to the City.
Title to future facilities and grants of easements, as required shall be furnished by the Town to
the City at no expense to the City. The City's sole responsibility is the transmission of water
to points of connection with the Town's water system, with the Town being responsible for
billing their users and for maintaining their water system including the repair of users' meters.
The City shall render a single bill monthly to the Town based on the master meter
readings.
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SECTION V
AMOUNT TO BE PAID MONTHLY BY r ii FSTR AM
The Town is to pay the City the prevailing water rate charged by the City to non-
residential users plus a surcharge of 25 %. As the rate for non - residential users is increased or
decreased subsequent to the date of this contract the rate payable by the Town shall float with
said increases or decreases, so that the rate payable by the Town is always 25% greater than
the water rate charged at any particular time to the City of Delray Beach non - residential users;
provided, however, that in no case shall the rate payable by the Town exceed the prevailing
water rate charged to City of Delray Beach residential users, plus a surcharge of 10 %. In the
event that, during the term of this agreement, the legislation relating to the ability to surcharge
is amended, or in the event that it is determined by law that such a surcharge is not
appropriate, then, and in that event, this agreement shall be modified so as to eliminate or
decrease the surcharge to be consistent with the prevailing law, but in no event shall the
surcharge, during the term of this agreement, be greater than the amount specified herein.
If the master meter becomes inoperative during the first year after the acceptance of the
line by the City, the City shall bill the Town on the basis of the last preceding month's bill
while said master meter was operative. If the master meter becomes inoperative after it has
been in operation for a twelve month period, the City shall bill the Town on the basis of the
same month in the previous year. Payment by the Town to the City for water shall be within
30 days after furnishing monthly bills to the Town.
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Upon the occurrence of an Event of Default by a Party, the non - defaulting Party shall
have the right to terminate this Agreement and its services hereunder, and to disconnect or
block the connection facilities. An Event of Default shall occur (1) upon failure of a Party to
pay when due any amount hereunder, which non - payment shall not have been cured by the
Party within thirt; (30) days following the Party's receipt of written notice of such non-
payment, or (2) upon failure of the Party to cure any non- monetary default within thirty (30)
days after which it is given written notice, provided, however, that if such non - monetary
default cannot by its nature reasonably be cured within such thirty (30) day period, an Event of
Default shall not occur if the Party shall in good faith commence such cure within such period
and shall thereafter diligently and continuously pursue such cure to completion at the earliest
possible date. The full amount of all sums due or to become due to the non - defaulting Party
hereunder, including but not limited to any unpaid water charges and accrued interest thereon,
upon an Event of Default become immediately due and payable in full without further demand
or notice. It is further provided, however, that the defaulting Party's payment to the non -
defaulting Party of any disputed amounts shall not impair its rights to dispute or litigate any
such said amounts. Repeated and frequent defaults, although subsequently cured within the
thirty (30) day period, shall, in the non - defaulting Party's sole discretion, constitute a non -
curable default, and shall result in an acceleration of all sums due or to become due to the non -
defaulting Party. The remedies indicated by this paragraph shall be in addition to any other
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remedy in law or in equity, which the non - defaulting Party might have or which might be
provided by this Agreement.
This contract shall be and remain in full force and effect for and during a period of
twenty -five (25) years from the effective date of this agreement. The Town agrees that the
title to the facilities, as well as any easements necessary for the use and installation of same,
shall be clear and the title shall be free of all liens and encumbrances. The easements shall be
transferred to the City at no cost.
Any temporary or continuing cessation of the service by the City caused by an Act of
God, fire, strike, casualty, major maintenance work, breakdown of or injuries to machinery,
pumps or pipelines, civil or military authority, insurrection, riot, or other causes of the same
kind as enumerated herein shall not constitute a breach of the Agreement on the part of the
City, and the City shall not be liable to the Town for any damage resulting from such cession
of service. The City shall use reasonable diligence in the operation and maintenance of its
water supply and transmission facilities; however, the City shall not be responsible to the
Town for any interruption of service due to causes beyond the City's control.
During the Term of this Agreement, the parties shall be bound by their own ordinances
governing water restrictions as well as any other applicable South Florida Water Management
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District, County, State or Federal requirements governing water restrictions and governing the
production of potable water.
This Agreement shall inure and be binding upon the successors of each of the parties
hereto; provided however, that in the event that, at any time during the effective period
hereof, the Town shall sell all or any portion of its water distribution system, the purchaser
thereof shall acquire no rights of any kind hereunder unless the City shall agree hereto in
writing prior to the consummation of such sale. Neither the Town or the City shall assign,
convey or transfer any rights or interest in this Interlocal Agreement without the consent of the
other.
All notices required pursuant to this Agreement shall be properly given if mailed by
United States registered or certified mail addressed to the party to which notice is to be given
at the following respective addresses:
City of Delray Beach
City Manager
100 N.W. 1st Avenue
Delray Beach, FL 33444
Town of Gulfstream
TOWN MANAGER
100 RRA Rr1An
GULF STREAM, FL 33483
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Each Party shall be responsible for its own negligence in connection with, arising out
of or incident to, the performance of this Agreement.
The invalidity of any portion, article, paragraph, provision, clause or any portion
thereof of this Agreement shall have no effect upon th:.• validity of any other part or portion
hereof. If a portion, part, provision, clause, paragraph, article is found by a court of
competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the parties will negotiate substitute language to be binding
on the parties.
To the extent allowed by law, the venue for any action arising from this Agreement
shall be in Palm Beach County, Florida. The Agreement shall be governed by and in
accordance with the Laws of the State of Florida and applicable Federal Law in the event of a
conflict and to the extent that Federal law preempts the laws of the State of Florida.
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All previous resolutions and previous Agreements between the City and Town are
hereby repealed.
Any modification to this Agreement shall be made in writing, executed by the Parties
hereto, and filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court pursuant to Florida Statute Section
163.01.
This Agreement shall take effect upon its execution by both Parties, and its filing with
the Clerk of the Court in and for Palm Beach County, Florida.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this instrument and an
exact duplicate hereof to be executed in their names and their corporate seals affixed hereto
and to•'said duplicate by their respective officers thereunto duly authorized, all as of the day
and year herein tiefoi•e first above written.
ATTEST:. a;' CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA
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PUBLIC FACILITIES ELEMENT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
BACKGROUND..................................................................................................... .............................PF
- 1
INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS ............................................................................... .............................PF
- 1
SEWER FACILITIES ................................................................................ .............................PF
- 2
POTABLE WATER AND GROUNDWATER RECHARGE FACILITIES ...............................
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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT .............................................................. .............................PF
- 5
DRAINAGE............................................................................................... .............................PF
- 6
STREETSYSTEM .................................................................................. ...............................
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BUILDINGS AND OTHER FACILITIES .................................................... .............................PF
- 7
NEEDS AND RECOMMENDATIONS ................................................................... .............................PF
- 8
GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND POLICIES ............................................................... .............................PF
- 9
LIST OF MAPS
MAP # 1 - PLANNING AND SERVICE AREAS ..................................................... .............................PF - 4
PUBLIC FACILITIES ELEMENT
OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH
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The text of the Element is a summary of the complete inventory, analysis, and
recommendations which are contained in the following source documents:
❑ Sanitary Sewer, Solid Waste, Drainage, Potable Water, and Natural Groundwater
Acquifer Recharge Element (Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan, Inc., 1989)
❑ Water Treatment Plant Master Plan (Hazen & Sawyer, 1991)
❑ Wastewater Treatment Plant Master Plan (Camp, Dresser, McKee, 1989)
❑ Water Distribution System Master Plan (Hazen & Sawyer, 1992)
❑ Water Supply Master Plan (CH2M Hill, 1991)
❑ Stormwater Master Plan (Kimley Horn, 2000) [Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
❑ Wastewater Transmission System Master Plan (Hazen & Sawyer, 1992)
❑ 1996 Evaluation and Appraisal Report (City of Delray Beach, 1996)
❑ Alternative Water Treatment Study (CH2M Hill 2001) [Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
The source documents, and other documents which are cited in the Element, are
available for public review at the Planning and Zoning Department offices located at
100 N.W. 1st Avenue, Delray Beach, Florida.
INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS
The following summaries have been prepared to facilitate review with the requirements
of Administrative Rule 9J -5. As a summary, only significant items are highlighted. The
source documents should be referred to for more information.
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A separate inventory and analysis is provided for sewer, water, drainage, and solid
waste disposal facilities. Inventory and analysis dealing with groundwater aquifer
recharge is addressed under the water subsection.
SEWER FACILITIES
Wastewater treatment is provided by the South Central Wastewater Treatment Facility,
located in Delray Beach. The facility is jointly owned by Delray Beach and Boynton
Beach, under the responsibility of a board comprised of the City Commissions of both
cities. Daily operations of the facility are overseen by an executive director, reporting to
the board. Delray Beach Environmental Services Department is responsible for the
wastewater collection and transmission system within the service area.
The service area coincides with the City's Planning Area plus service provided through
contract to Highland Beach. Also included are several single and multi - family
connections in the Town of Gulf Stream. The service area encompasses approximately
18 square miles, as shown on Map #1.
The wastewater collection system consists of approximately 319 miles of gravity and
force mains interconnected to 117 lift stations and 2 master lift stations. In addition,
there are more than 415 septic tanks within the service area. The treatment plant was
constructed in 1979, with a programmed life of 50 years (2029). Ultimate disposal is by
ocean discharge of secondary effluent and land spreading of sludge. The design
capacity of the treatment plant, established by its secondary treatment capacity, is 24
mgd. This capacity is shared equally between Boynton Beach and Delray Beach.
[Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
CAPACITY ANALYSIS (SEWER)
CAPACITY
DEMAND (`00)
DEMAND (BUILD OUT)
[Revised by
Amendment 01 -1]
12 mgd
8.00 mgd
9.05 mgd
(Revised by
Amendment 01 -1
Deficiencies
Upgrading and maintenance of lift stations requires on -going capital investment.
Infiltration into the collection system could impact future facility costs through capital
expansion. An on -going program to reduce infiltration /inflow is a cost effective method
of reducing the need for treatment facility expansion and requires on -going capital
Investment. [Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
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POTABLE WATER AND GROUNDWATER RECHARGE FACILITIES
Water treatment is provided by the City of Delray Beach at the Water Treatment Plant.
The geographic service area coincides with the Planning Area plus service provided to
Gulf Stream through contract as a bulk customer. The service area encompasses
approximately 18 square miles, as shown on Map #1.
The treatment plant was constructed in 1972, with a programmed life of 50 years
(2022). The design capacity is established by its clarifier capacity (28 mgd). The City
maintains a State certified laboratory, the primary responsibility of which is monitoring
potable water quality.
CAPACITY ANALYSIS (WATER TREATMENT)
CAPACITY
DEMAND (`00)
DEMAND (BUILD OUT)
[Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
28 mgd
16.4 mgd [Revised by
18.3 mgd [Revised by
Amendment 01 -1]
Amendment 01 -1]
(20.5 mgd peak) (Revised
(22.8 mgd peak) [Revised
by Amendment 01-11
by Amendment 01 -1
The water distribution system includes 426 miles of water mains ranging from 2 to 24
inch diameter, 2,540 fire hydrants, transfer pumps, and storage facilities with a capacity
of 8.5 mg and an aquifer storage and recovery facility with a usable capacity in excess
of 100 mg. [Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
The water supply is provided from 30 wells in four wellfields, with programmed
expansion to 38 wells total, yielding a total design capacity of 49.74 mgd. The amount
of withdrawal is established, through the South Florida Water Management District
consumptive use permit, at 21.08 mgd. There are an additional 5 wells in the eastern
wellfield which are not in production due to salt water intrusion (2) and slight increases
in chlorides (3), which can be used for emergency standby. In addition, there are more
than 1,000 domestic wells within the service area. There are no major groundwater
recharge areas within the Planning Area, although the entire region east of the
Conservation Area is identified as a prime aquifer recharge area by the U.S. Geological
Survey and the Palm Beach County Comprehensive Plan. [Revisedbyamendmentol -1]
Deficiencies
Water mains of 2" diameter, found in older areas of the City, are not sufficient for fire
protection. Funds are provided annually to upgrade these lines.
Alternative Water Treatment will be required to meet the Environmental protection
Agency Stage 2 Standards for disinfection by- products. A study is currently underway
to determine the most feasible alternative treatment method which will meet these
requirements. Upon completion of the study funding will be allocated to implement the
required treatment modification. [Revised byamendment 01 -1]
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Needed improvements to the piping system have been identified to accommodate
demand conditions and localized fire demands.
CAPACITY ANALYSIS (WELLS)
CAPACITY
DEMAND ('00)
DEMAND (BUILD OUT)
49.2 mgd
12.09 mgd
17.96 mgd peak)
15.6 mgd
23.4 mgd peak)
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
The Solid Waste Authority has responsibility for the ultimate disposal of solid waste in
the region. The City is responsible for collection of solid waste within the City limits
through a contract with a private firm.
Solid waste is collected by the City's contractor and generally taken to a transfer station
located within the City, then by Solid Waste Authority trucks to the regional landfill,
located near West Palm Beach. The transfer station, located on S.W. 4th Avenue just
south of Linton Boulevard, has a capacity of 1,000 tons per day and is operating at its
maximum capacity. This transfer station serves the south county from Boynton Beach
Boulevard south to the County line. Other transfer stations used are outside the City.
The North County Regional Solid Waste Disposal Facility, operated by the Solid Waste
Authority, is the ultimate disposal site. This facility occupies 334 acres, and consists of
a Class 1 (garbage and incinerator residue) and a Class 3 (trash) landfill. The landfill,
at its established Level of Service standard of 7.13 pounds per person per day, has
sufficient capacity to serve until the year 2020. In addition to the landfill, the facility
provides recycling, waste -to- energy incineration and composting facilities. The total
tonnage added to the landfill annually is 1,239,293 tons (1995). The City of Delray
Beach contributes 56,500 tons per year (commercial and residential) to the landfill
(1995), including garbage, trash, and vegetation. This equates to 6.17 pounds per
person per day. The City's yearly contribution to the landfill is 4.6% of the total. The
Delray Beach population of 50,195 (1995 estimate) represents 5.2% of the County
population of 960,600 (1995 estimate). The City's impact on the landfill is, therefore,
15% less than the Level of Service standard and 13% less than its portion of the
County population.
The City has an aggressive recycling program that began in 1990. The program
includes curbside residential recycling for single family and multi - family homes. The
program accounts for a reduction to the waste stream of 12,854 tons per year (1995).
This represents a reduction of over 30% in the residential waste stream.
There were no problems or deficiencies with the collection system. Long truck queues
at the transfer station sometimes cause congestion problems.
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The capacity of the landfill was not estimated for this report. Such capacity analysis is
under the jurisdiction of the Solid Waste Authority, and indicates sufficient capacity
through the year 2020. A local issue relative to capacity would be whether the local
government is meeting the established level of service standard of 7.13 pounds per
person per day. As discussed above, Delray Beach is well below the standard, at 6.17
pounds per person per day.
DRAINAGE
Responsibility for storm drainage in the City is divided among a hierarchy of state and
regional agencies, the City, and landowners, as follows:
AGENCY
RESPONSIBILITY
South Florida Water Management
Major canals and structures; permitting
District
Lake Worth Drainage District
Lateral and equalizer canals and minor structures
City of Delray Beach /Palm Beach County
Public storm sewer system
Land Owners I
On -site storm sewers and retention areas
Deficiencies
Local and City -wide drainage deficiencies are identified in the Stormwater Master Plan
(Kimley -Horn, 2000). The City has programmed projects to correct the deficiencies
identified in this report and achieve a Level of Service standard of 'C', with funding to
come from the Stormwater Utility Fee. [Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
STREET SYSTEM
The City has repair and maintenance responsibility for most roads within the City limits.
Exceptions to this include major roads under the jurisdiction of the State or County, and
private roads maintained by land owners. The City maintains approximately 199.6
miles of roadways (September 2000). [Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
The City has undertaken a program (2000 Road Bond Program) to reconstruct
numerous streets under City jurisdiction. An annual program exists to resurface streets
as needed. In addition, there is a need to pave currently unpaved streets, particularly in
areas added to the City by annexation. Currently, approximately 2.4 miles of unpaved
roads exist in the City. [Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
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BUILDINGS AND OTHER FACILITIES
An inventory of the major buildings and facilities owned by the City includes:
❑ City Hall and Community Center on NW 1st Avenue.
❑ City Attorney's Office on NW 1st Avenue.
❑ Water /sewer warehouse on Lake Ida Road.
❑ Central Fire Station on Atlantic Avenue.
❑ Four fire substations ( #2, #3, #4, #5).
❑ Environmental Services complex on SW 4th Street.
❑ Water treatment plant on SW 2nd Avenue.
❑ Chemical /Generator Storage Building on SW 2nd Avenue. (Revised by Amendment o1 -11
❑ Public Safety Building (Police) on Atlantic Avenue.
❑ City Marina.
❑ Municipal Tennis Center and Stadium (operated by management firm).
❑ Municipal Golf Course (operated by a management firm).
❑ Lakeview Golf Course (operated by a management firm).
❑ Library Site (leased to non - profit organization which owns and operates building).
❑ Old School Square Complex (operated by a non - profit organization).
❑ Cason Cottage Museum (operated by a non -profit organization).
❑ Cemetery (mausoleum portion is operated by a lessee).
❑ Parks and Historic Structures (addressed in the Open Space & Recreation
Element).
Deficiencies
There are no major deficiencies related to buildings and facilities.
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NEEDS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Summarizing from the previous facility and performance analysis, the following needs
and recommendations are identified in the City's Public Facilities Element.
❑ Continue the program for reduction of 1/1 in the wastewater collection system.
❑ Continue the program for extending water and sewer mains to inhabited areas in the
City.
❑ Implement alternative water treatment to meet Stage 2 EPA Requirements. (Revised
by Amendment 01 -11
❑ Develop a street system master plan.
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GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND POLICIES
GOAL AREA "A" ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Objective A -1
Sources of Pollution
Policy A -1.1
Septic Systems
Policy A -1.2
Rehabilitation of Sewer System
Objective A -2
Solid Waste
Policy A -2.1
Local Drop Off for Hazardous Waste
Policy A -2.2
Solid Waste Recycling
Policy A -2.3
Waste Level of Service
GOAL AREA
'B" POTABLE WATER
Objective B -1
Water Supply [Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
Policy B -1.1
WWTP Effluent Recycling
Policy B -1.2
Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) [Revised by amendment 01 -1]
Objective B -2
Meeting Future Demands
Policy B -2.1
Decrease in Consumption
Policy B -2.2
Level of Service [Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
Policy B -3.3
New Development Concurrency
Objective B -3
Groundwater Protection
Policy B -3.1
Wellfield Protection
Policy B -3.2
Minimal Reliance on Eastern Wellfield
Objective B -4 Enhancement of Water Quality (Potable)
Policy B-4.1 Reports to the City Commission [Revised by Amendment 01 -11
Policy B -4.2 Water Main Inspection [Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
Policy B -4.3 Discourage Urban Sprawl
Policy B -4.4 Alternative Treatment Methods [New policy per Amendment 01 -1]
Objective B -5 Water Supply Facilities Work Plan [New objective per Amendment 04 -4
Policy B -5.1 Adoption of Work Plan [New policy per Amendment 04 -4
Policy B -5.2 Coordination with SFWMD [Newpolicyper Amendment04 -21
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Policy B -5.3 Prioritization of Improvements [New Policy per Amendment 04 -21
Policy B -5.4 Schedule of Improvements [New Policy per Amendment 04 -2]
GOAL AREA "C" SEWER COLLECTION AND WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS
Objective C -1
Master Plans [Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
Policy C -1.1
Water System Model [Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
Policy C -1.2
Sewer System Model [Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
Objective C -2
System Improvements
Policy C -2.1
Remedial Work - Sewer [Revised by Amendment 00 -2]
Policy C -2.2
Remedial Work -Water [Revised by Amendment 00 -2]
Objective C -3
Availability of Facilities - Sewer
Policy C -3.1
Obligations of New Development
Policy C -3.2
Upgrading existing Facilities
Objective C-4
Availability of Facilities - Water
Policy C -4.1
Upgrading of Existing Facilities
Policy C -4.2
Obligations of New Development
Objective C -5
Revenue Allocations
Policy C -5.1 General Fund Relationship
Policy C -5.2 Annual Allocations for Upgrading of System Components
Policy C -5.3 Financing of System expansions
Policy C -5.4 Coordination with Other Improvement Projects
Objective C -6 Wastewater Treatment Plant
Policy C -6.1
Level of Service
Policy C -6.2
Participation Formula
Policy C -6.3
Sludge Disposal
Policy C -6.4
Design Capacity
GOAL AREA "D" BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES
Objective D -1 Public Facilities
Policy D -1.1 Repair and Maintenance
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Policy D -1.2 Facility Replacement
Policy D -1.3 Accessibility
GOAL AREA "E" STREETS AND DRAINAGE
Objective E -1 Drainage Facilities
Policy E -1.1
Project Priorities [Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
Policy E -1.2
Design Standards
Policy E -1.3
Storm Water Management Regulations
Policy E -1.4
Design Frequency Standards
Policy E -1.5
NPDES Programs and Activities
Objective E -2 Funding Mechanisms
Policy E -2.1
Stormwater Utility Fee
Policy E -2.2
Bonding
Objective E -3 Street Resurfacing and Reconstruction
Policy E -3.1 Street Resurfacing Program
Policy E -3.2 Street System Master Plan [Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
Policy E -3.3 Sidewalk System [Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
GOAL AREA "F" PUBLIC INFORMATION
Objective F -1 Public Information Resources
Objective F -2 Public Participation
Policy F -2.1 Public Hearings Required Prior to Setting Priorities
Policy F -2.2 Local Planning Agency Responsibilities
Policy F -2.3 Priority Changes restricted
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GOAL AREA "A" THE PURPOSES, PROGRAMMING, AND PROVISION OF
WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITIES SHALL BE DIRECTED BY THE
IDEAL OF PROVIDING A SAFE AND DECENT PHYSICAL
ENVIRONMENT.
Objective A -1
Specific programs to mitigate the adverse impacts of point sources of pollution, as
identified in the following policies, shall be developed and implemented by the City's
Environmental Services Department and the South Central Regional Wastewater
Treatment Facility Board, as appropriate.
Policy A -1.1 Existing septic tanks which are located in sewered areas throughout the
City shall be removed from use as necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes. Septic
systems deemed subject to flooding, or with chronic drainfield problems that may have
an adverse impact on the environment shall be abandoned and connection made to the
central sewer system.
Policy A -1.2 Programming of improvements to the sewer system shall place a high
priority upon the rehabilitation of portions of the original system which experience
infiltration and leakage.
Objective A -2
Programs to address the collection and disposal of solid waste, as identified in the
following policies, shall be developed and implemented.
Policy A -2.1 The City shall support the continued operation of the "transfer" station or
suitable alternative for the collection of small amounts of hazardous substances from
individuals, and public information efforts which educate the public on the identification
and proper disposal of household hazardous waste.
Policy A -2.2 Expand the solid waste recycling program, including a focus on
commercial recycling and public awareness, with the goal of reducing the 1990 waste
stream level of 87,000 tons by 50% in 2000.
Policy A -2.3 A level of service for solid waste at a generation of 7.13 pounds per
person per day is hereby established within the City of Delray Beach.
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GOAL AREA 'B" POTABLE WATER SHALL BE PLANNED FOR AND PROVIDED
SO THAT IT IS AVAILABLE TO ACCOMMODATE DEMANDS
BOTH IN TERMS OF QUANTITY AND QUALITY WHILE ALSO
MAKING WISE USE OF THIS LIMITED RESOURCE AND THE
LIMITED RESOURCE OF CAPITAL.
Obiective B -1
Even though the City has projected an adequate water supply, it shall provide for
increasing draw -down and the potential of reduced capacity through salt water intrusion
and /or extended drought conditions through optimum use of existing wells,
development of new wells and development of alternative technologies and methods of
providing water. This objective shall be met in the performance of the following: [Revised
by Amendment 01 -1]
Policy B -1.1 The City, through the South Central Regional Wastewater Treatment
Facility Board, shall continue to monitor the area of effluent reuse with the ultimate goal
of reclaiming and reusing more effluent from the wastewater treatment plant if and
when such a program becomes technically and economically feasible. Priorities for
expansion should be on golf courses in the City, and in the Coastal Planning Area.
Policy B -1.2 The City shall continue to utilize the Acquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR)
well to supplement water supply during conditions of drought or well field contamination
and as a method of balancing the demand on water supply wells during periods of high
and low demand. [Revised by Amendment 01 -11
Obiective B -2
To insure that potable water is available to meet consumption, a reduction in demand
through conservation and treatment plant enhancement shall be achieved as
addressed in the following:
Policy B -2.1 The City shall maintain its program of responsible consumption of water
and shall decrease the overall per capita consumption of water by 10% from the 1989
level of 196 gpcd through continued implementation of the following techniques and
programs: (Also see Objective A -4 of the Conservation Element).
❑ Maintaining its water rate structure which establishes an inverted block rate structure
to set higher consumption rates for increased water use in order to promote
reductions in water consumption as well as establishment of conservation
surcharges, based on South Florida Water Management District formulae, and
keyed to various levels of drought alert.
❑ Mandatory use of wells for irrigation purposes where conditions permit
❑ Continued enforcement of water use laws.
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Q' T h e c o n s i d e r a t i o n o f x e r i s c a p e l a n d s c a p i n g a l t e r n a t i v e s f o r a l l n e w d e v e l o p m e n t
d u r i n g t h e r e v i e w o f s i t e a n d d e v e l o p m e n t p l a n s .
Q' C o n t i n u a t i o n o f t h e r e g u l a r p r e v e n t i v e m a i n t e n a n c e p r o g r a m f o r w a t e r m a i n s , p u m p s
a n d m e t e r s .
Q' C o n t i n u a t i o n o f t h e w a s t e w a t e r e f f l u e n t r e u s e p r o g r a m .
P o l i c y B - 2 . 2 T h e C i t y ' s w a t e r u t i l i t y s h a l l p e r f o r m a t t h e f o l l o w i n g l e v e l s o f s e r v i c e :
Q' A v e r a g e d e s i g n f l o w o f t h e w a t e r s y s t e m @ 1 9 5 g p c d .
Q' S t o r a g e c a p a c i t y f o r t h e w a t e r s y s t e m @ 1 5 % o f m a x i m u m f l o w p l u s f i r e r e s e r v e a t
1 . 5 m g , p l u s 2 5 % o f t h a t t o t a l . ( B a s e d o n 2 0 0 0 f i g u r e s , t h i s a m o u n t i s 6 m g ) .
[ R e v i s e d b y A m e n d m e n t 0 1 - 1 1
Q' M i n i m u m p r e s s u r e f o r t h e w a t e r s y s t e m @ 2 0 p s i .
( N o t e : T h e a b o v e s t a n d a r d s a r e c u r r e n t l y m e t t h r o u g h o u t t h e s y s t e m ) .
P o l i c y B - 2 . 3 I t s h a l l b e a n o b l i g a t i o n o f n e w d e v e l o p m e n t t o p r o v i d e w a t e r s y s t e m
i m p r o v e m e n t s t o a c c o m m o d a t e d e m a n d s c r e a t e d b y i t a n d t o m e e t t h e C i t y ' s m i n i m u m
d e s i g n s t a n d a r d s c o n c u r r e n t w i t h d e v e l o p m e n t .
O b j e c t i v e B - 3
T h e C i t y s h a l l p r o v i d e f o r t h e p r o t e c t i o n o f i t s p o t a b l e w a t e r r e s o u r c e s t h r o u g h
i m p l e m e n t a t i o n o f t h e f o l l o w i n g p o l i c i e s :
P o l i c y B - 3 . 1 P r o t e c t i o n o f e x i s t i n g w e l l f i e l d s s h a l l b e a c c o m m o d a t e d t h r o u g h t h e
c o n t i n u e d i m p l e m e n t a t i o n o f m o n i t o r i n g f o r s a l t w a t e r i n t r u s i o n , w a s t e w a t e r
p r e t r e a t m e n t p r o g r a m s a n d m o n i t o r i n g w e l l s a n d t h r o u g h e n h a n c e d q u a l i t y c o n t r o l
p r o g r a m s w h i c h p r o v i d e e a r l y d e t e c t i o n o f p o s s i b l e c o n t a m i n a t i o n .
P o l i c y B - 3 . 2 T h e C i t y s h a l l m a i n t a i n p r o v i s i o n s i n t h e p r o g r a m f o r r a w w a t e r s u p p l y t o
r e q u i r e o n l y m i n i m a l r e l i a n c e u p o n w e l l s w h i c h a r e s u b j e c t t o s a l t w a t e r i n t r u s i o n .
O b i e c t i v e B - 4
T h e C i t y s h a l l p r o v i d e f o r t h e e n h a n c e m e n t o f t h e q u a l i t y o f i t s w a t e r t h r o u g h
i m p l e m e n t a t i o n o f t h e f o l l o w i n g :
P o l i c y B - 4 . 1 A n n u a l c o n s u m e r c o n f i d e n c e r e p o r t s w h i c h d e s c r i b e t h e c u r r e n t c o n d i t i o n
o f p o t a b l e w a t e r , i n c l u d i n g a t a m i n i m u m , w a t e r q u a l i t y , c o n s u m p t i o n t r e n d s , a n d
t r e a t m e n t m e t h o d s , s h a l l b e d i s t r i b u t e d t o r e s i d e n t s . [ R e v i s e d b y a m e n d m e n t o l - 1 ]
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Policy B -4.2 Whenever the opportunity occurs to uncover or examine an existing water
main, an inspection shall be conducted relative to the presence of asbestos cement in
the main. The results of each such inspection shall be logged and made a part of the
Operation and Maintenance Plan. [Revised by Amendment 01-1]
Policy B -4.3 The City shall assist in discouraging urban sprawl within areas of County
jurisdiction by denying requests to make water service available outside its existing
Planning Area to areas which could be developed at low density with City water
facilities.
Policy B-4.4 The City shall implement alternative treatment methods based on the
results of the alternative treatment study in an effort to meet the EPA stage 2
disinfection by- product rule requirements. ]New Policy per amendment 01-1]
Objective B -5
To ensure that there is an adequate water supply to meet existing and projected
potable water needs, the following policies shall be implemented. [New Objective per
Amendment 04 -21
Policy B -5.1 The City shall adopt a 10 -Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan based
on the availability and appropriate use of regional water resources and the combined
use of alternative water supplies. The Work Plan shall be consistent with the City's
Water Use Permit renewals. [New Policy per amendment 04 -2]
Policy B -5.2 The City shall consider the most current version of South Florida Water
Management District's Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan and Regional Water Plan
in developing a 10 -Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan. [New Policy per Amendment 04-2]
Policy B -5.3 The City will use the Water Supply Facilities Work Plan to prioritize and
coordinate improvements to the City's water supply system. [New Policy per Amendment 04 -2]
Policy B -5.4 The City will maintain a current five -year schedule of capital improvements
to the Water Supply System. (New Policy per Amendment 04 -21
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GOAL AREA "C" SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEMS AND WATER DISTRIBUTION
SYSTEMS SHALL BE PROVIDED TO UNSERVED AREAS, AND
EXISTING SYSTEMS SHALL BE UPGRADED IN SUCH A
MANNER AS TO PROVIDE FOR THE PROTECTION OF THE
ENVIRONMENT THROUGH AN ACCELERATED IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM.
Obiective C -1
The condition and inventory of the water and sewer systems shall be kept current
through regular updates of the City atlas and surveillance programs. [Revised by
Amendment 01 -11
Policy C -1.1 The water distribution system atlas shall be maintained on an on -going
basis and shall reflect current system inventory. Operational characteristics will be
maintained utilizing the Hansen Data Base Program and shall be used in the planning
of system extensions and upgrade requirements. [Revised by amendment 01 -1]
Policy C -1.2 The wastewater collection and transmission system atlas shall be
maintained on an on -going basis and shall reflect current system inventory.
Operational characteristics will be monitored by radio telemetry and surveillance
programs, and shall be used in the planning of system extensions upgrade
requirements. [Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
Objective C -2
Upgrading of sewer and water facilities shall occur on an accelerated schedule.
System upgrades shall be funded through annual appropriations in the Water and
Sewer Renewal and Replacement Fund.
Policy C -2.1 A study has been completed determining the total program cost of
addressing remedial work needed, for wastewater lines and lift stations, to correct the
problems with inflow and infiltration. The City shall allocate annual expenditures to
complete the project over a 15 year time frame. [Revised by amendment 00 -2]
Policy C -2.2 A study has been completed determining the total program cost of
addressing remedial work needed to correct deficiencies in existing water lines. The
City shall allocate annual expenditures to complete the project over a 15 year time
frame. [Revised by Amendment 00 -2]
Objective C -3
Wastewater collection system capacity is available to all areas within the City's service
area. Installation of facilities shall be programmed when the need is demonstrated.
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Policv C -3.1 New development shall be responsible for extending sewer service to and
through the land to be developed. Said extensions shall meet the City's performance
standards.
Policy C -3.2 Upgrading of existing wastewater facilities shall be provided for through
annual appropriations in the capital improvement program.
Objective C-4
Potable water distribution system capacity is available to all areas within the City's
service area. Installation of facilities shall be programmed when the need is
demonstrated.
Policy C -4.1 Upgrading of existing potable water facilities shall be provided for through
annual appropriations in the capital improvement program.
Policy C -4.2 New development shall be responsible for extending water service to and
through the land to be developed. Said extensions shall meet the City's performance
standards.
Obiective C -5
Capital raised through the water and sewer enterprise funds shall be allocated as
required by bond covenants. Allocations shall include those in the following policies.
Policy C -5.1 Transfers from enterprise funds to the general fund are made only for the
fund's proportionate share of administrative costs and an in -lieu of tax payment.
Policy C -5.2 Annual allocations shall be provided for upgrading system components
(i.e. manholes, hydrants, etc.) in the Water and Sewer Renewal and Replacement
Fund.
Policy C -5.3 Upgrading of existing systems to construction and level of service
standards and extension of new facilities to unserviced, inhabited areas shall be
financed through appropriations in the Water and Sewer New Capital Outlay Fund.
Policy C -5.4 Priorities for projects shall also consider other improvement projects (e.g.
street construction and drainage) in establishing priorities.
Obiective C -6
The City Commission in its role with the Board of the South Central Regional Waste
Water Treatment Plant shall examine ways in which increased costs associated with
capital expansion can be avoided with respect to property owners within the City.
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Policy C -6.1 The Level of Service of the waste water treatment plant is hereby
established as 12 mgd, or 160 gpcd in addition to the specific requirements of Boynton
Beach (capacity divided by effective buildout population of 75,000).
Policy C -6.2 The City Commission shall, prior to commitments by the South Central
Regional Waste Water Treatment Board for capital expansion at the wastewater
treatment plant, renegotiate the participation formula for such expansion based on
relative populations and usage at the time of the expansion.
Policy C -6.3 Through its membership on the South Central Regional Wastewater
Treatment Facility Board, the City shall assure that alternatives to land application of
treated wastewater sludge are assessed, at least every two years, and shall continue to
monitor the impacts of the effluent from the ocean outfall.
Policy C -6.4 Average and peak flow design capacity for the Regional Wastewater
Treatment Plant shall be 21 mgd and 30 mgd respectively. Thus, capacity need shall
be monitored by the South Central Wastewater Regional Treatment Plant Board.
GOAL AREA 'D" A COORDINATED AND COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM FOR
THE PROVISION OF ADEQUATE OFFICE FACILITIES FOR THE
CONDUCT OF CITY BUSINESS SHALL BE CONTINUED.
Obiective D -1
Provisions are to be implemented to maintain and upgrade existing public facilities to
retain the acceptable level of service for the facility and to maintain the "marketability"
of the facility and the City. This objective shall be met through the following policies.
Policy D -1.1 The City shall continue its established program for the maintenance and
repair of buildings and facilities, including such items as roof replacement and major
structural repair, in a timely manner to maintain the viability of the facility.
Policy D -1.2 The City shall continue its established program for the replacement of
irreparable or obsolete buildings, facilities, and major facility elements and the
upgrading of existing facilities to maintain their ability to deliver the established level of
service to the community.
Policy D -1.3 All new construction projects shall be in accordance with Federal
guidelines on accessibility. The City shall make modifications to existing facilities that
are easily achievable without great expense, such that the facility will be in accordance
with Federal guidelines on accessibility.
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GOAL AREA "E" PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCONVENIENCE TO THE PUBLIC
CREATED BY FLOODING AND POOR STREET CONDITIONS
SHALL BE SUBSTANTIALLY REDUCED AND, WHERE
POSSIBLE, ELIMINATED THROUGHOUT THE CITY.
Objective E -1
A capital improvement program directed specifically to storm drainage and runoff
management has been adopted by the City Commission, and capital projects, as
identified in that program, shall be implemented with funding to come from the
Stormwater Utility Fee.
Policy E -1.1 Criteria for determining project priorities shall be as defined in the
Stormwater Master Plan, and based upon correcting current, localized problems.
Policy E -1.2 Minimum design standards for determining the scope of drainage projects
shall be such as to establish a level of service at least equal to the standard of retaining
the first one inch of runoff, or 2.5 inches of water storage times the percentage of
impervious area, whichever is greater, to protect water quality.
Policy E -1.3 Storm water drainage regulations which provide for the protection of
natural drainage features and ensure that development utilizes storm water
management systems which are compatible with this objective shall be retained.
Policy E -1.4 The City shall maintain through regulations the minimum design storm
return frequency for stormwater facilities capacity.
Policy E -1.5 The City shall protect and enhance surface water quality through the full
implementation of programs and activities included in the National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) permit.
Policy E -1.6 The City shall develop and implement a stormwater mapping system and
maintenance program for storm sewers and structures.
Obiective E -2
Drainage improvements and flood control measures shall be financed through the
Stormwater Utility Fee. Funded projects shall be located throughout the City as
opposed to being concentrated in a single quadrant. The fee shall be reassessed upon
completion of the program.
Objective E -3
The street system under the City's jurisdiction shall be maintained and enhanced to
provide a uniform level of service throughout the City and provide a safe and
convenient transportation network.
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Policy E -3.1 The program of resurfacing streets shall be maintained with at least the
current funding level.
Policy E -3.2 The City shall develop a street system master plan to enable the
development of criteria to prioritize annual work programs and allow optimum funding
decisions. The master plan will be completed by FY 01/02, and will address all
components of the street system, including roadway surface, signs and markings, on-
street parking, storm sewers and swales, and street lights. A sidewalk survey was
completed in 1999 and will be used to establish sidewalk work programs. (Revised by
Amendment 01 -11
Policy E -3.3 The City shall program installation of sidewalks on an annual basis, with
the goal of completing a safe and convenient sidewalk system throughout the City by
theyear2005. [Revised by Amendment 01 -1]
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GOAL AREA "F" THE NEED FOR ENHANCEMENT OF PUBLIC FACILITIES AND
THE PROCESSES USED TO IDENTIFY, PRIORITIZE, AND
FINANCE IMPROVEMENTS SHALL BE PUT FORWARD IN A
MANNER WHICH IS EASILY UNDERSTOOD BY THE PUBLIC
AND IS CONSISTENTLYAND EQUITABLY APPLIED.
Objective F -1
Public knowledge and understanding of public facilities and infrastructure planning shall
be assured through continuation of the following practices: display of system maps for
water, sewer and drainage in City Hall; ready availability of the Five Year Capital
Improvement Plan; prominent display of pamphlets addressing water conservation,
solid waste disposal, and other subjects relative to public facilities.
Objective F -2
Public awareness of the methods used to determine public improvement activities, and
public input to the process, shall be encouraged through the continued implementation
of the following:
Policy F -2.1 Public input through testimony received at public hearings, advertised and
held before the Local Planning Agency, shall be solicited annually during winter months
in order to identify geographic areas which are most in need of improvements.
Policy F -2.2 Criteria, as identified in the Capital Improvement Element, shall be
followed in the establishment of priorities for construction of public facilities. On an
annual basis, the Local Planning Agency shall forward to the City Commission a listing
of new or revised priorities with written findings as to the relationship of projects to
those criteria.
Policy F -2.3 Once established, program priorities shall not be altered except as
allowed in the policies established for implementation of capital improvement
programming.
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TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
COASTAL MANAGEMENT ELEMENT
Prepared for:
The Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
Prepared by:
Resource Engineering and Planning, Inc.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
(Amendment 08 -1 prepared by Urban Design Kilday Studios)
Original Adoption July 1989
Amendment 08 -1 adopted July 10, 2009 (Ord. 08/10)
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COASTAL MANAGEMENT ELEMENT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section
page
I.
INTRODUCTION
5 -1
II.
BOUNDARIES OF THE COASTAL AREA
5 -2
III.
NATURAL RESOURCES
5 -2
Vegetative Cover and Terrestrial Wildlife
5 -4
South Florida Coastal Strand
5 -4
Mangrove Swamp
5 -6
Sand Pine Scrub
5 -6
Tropical Hammock
5 -6
Aquatic Vegetation and Wildlife
5 -7
Atlantic Ocean
5 -7
Intracoastal Waterway
5 -8
Areas of Special Concern
5 -9
Coastal Flooding
5 -11
IV.
LAND USE INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS
5 -11
V.
WATER QUALITY
5 -13
Existing Conditions
5 -13
Analysis of Needed Remedial Action
5 -15
Coastal Management Element
COASTAL MANAGEMENT ELEMENT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
(CONTINUED)
Section page
VI. BEACH AND DUNE SYSTEM 5 -16
State, Regional and Local Regulatory 5 -17
Programs to Reduce Estuarine Pollution
VII. ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND HISTORIC RESOURCES 5 -20
OF THE COASTAL AREA
VIII.HURRICANE EVACUATION 5 -21
IX. COASTAL HIGH - HAZARD AREAS AND 5 -23
POST - DISASTER PLANNING CONCERNS
Coastal High- Hazard Areas 5 -23
Post- Disaster Redevelopment Alternatives 5 -24
X. PUBLIC ACCESS 5 -27
OXI. COASTAL AREA INFRASTRUCTURE 5 -28
Existing Facilities 5 -28
Potable Water Facilities 5 -28
Drainage Facilities 5 -29
Coastal or Shore Protection Structures 5 -29
Special Restrictions on Siting Facilities 5 -29
In the Coastal Area
XIII.SUMMARY AND IDENTIFICATION OF 5 -30
SIGNIFICANT ISSUES
XIV. GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES 5 -32
APPENDIXES 5 -41
Coastal Management Element
COASTAL MANAGEMENT ELEMENT
LIST OF TABLES
Table
Paae
5 -1 Estimated Need For Water 5 -12
Dependent Recreation
Facilities
5 -2 Hurricane Evacuation 5 -22
Plan
LIST OF FIGURES
Table
Paae
5 -1 Coastal Areas and Coastal High 5 -3
Hazard Areas
5 -2 Remaining Ecological Communities 5 -5
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TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
COASTAL MANAGEMENT ELEMENT
I. INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this element, as defined in Rule 9J -5.012 Florida
Administrative Code (FAC), is to, "plan for and where appropriate
restrict development activities where such activities would
damage or destroy coastal resources, and protect human life and
limit public expenditures in areas that are subject to
destruction by natural disaster." The State of Florida has
developed criteria for identifying coastal cities and counties
and has determined that the Town of Gulf Stream meets the
criteria. Therefore, the Town must include a Coastal Management
Element in its overall Comprehensive Plan. This element has been
prepared in a manner consistent with Section 9J- 5.012, FAC. The
model Coastal Management Element prepared by the Florida
Department of Community Affairs was also consulted in determining
an appropriated format for the element.
For the purpose of this Comprehensive, the entire town is
considered to be a coastal area. Rule 9J -5 FAC requires coastal
area natural resources and infrastructure to be inventoried,
analyzed and future infrastructure demands and expenditures be
determined. Many cities and counties have small, isolated
coastal areas with unique resources and infrastructure. This
then provides for the analysis for those resources and
infrastructure in the Coastal Management Element to compliment
the analysis of the entire city as completed in the other
elements of the comprehensive plan. However, because the coastal
area of the Town of Gulf Stream consists of the entire
incorporated area, an in -depth analysis of all resources and
infrastructure within the coastal area would be redundant with
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the analysis completed in the other elements of this plan. The
analysis conducted in the other elements of the Comprehensive
Plan, though, accounts for the constraints and resources of the
coastal area and provides goals, objectives and policies
accordingly. Therefore, this element focuses primarily on the
resources and infrastructure of the coastal area that are not
identified and analyzed in the other elements of this
Comprehensive Plan.
Some of the items addressed in the Coastal Management Element
include an inventory and analysis of the unique natural
resources, land uses, estuarine pollution, archaeological and
historical resources, hurricane evacuation, post disaster
planning concerns, public access, and some infrastructure of the
coastal area. A summary of the significant issues is then given
followed by the goals, objectives and policies that will be used
to further the purpose of this element. Any coastal area
planning requirements for Rule 9J -5 FAC that are not applicable
to the Town of Gulf Stream are listed in Appendix 5A with the
necessary justification.
II. BOUNDARIES OF THE COASTAL AREA
The entire area of the Town of Gulf Stream corporate limits is
within the coastal area. This coastal area includes 10,300
linear feet of Atlantic Ocean frontage and 13,200 linear feet of
Intracoastal Waterway frontage (See Figure 5 -1).
III. NATURAL RESOURCES
The Town of Gulf Stream is unique in that it has coastal frontage
along the Atlantic Ocean, as well as frontage along both sides of
the Intracoastal Waterway. However, as discussed previously in
this plan, very little of the town's property is vacant and
subject to increasing future density.
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Town of Gulf Stream
Coastal Area* and Coastal High Hazard Area
FIGURE 5 -1
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LLJ PUBLIC BEACH ACCESS AND PARKING FACILITIES
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Vegetative Cover and Terrestrial Wildlife
Throughout the Town of Gulf Stream, development intensity has
been low to very low but nevertheless, complete. While
representative species of the native ecological communities have
been preserved on some development sites, much of the related
understory and wildlife have been eliminated. Therefore, only
small portions of natural ecological communities remain intact
within the town. These Communities include the South Florida
coastal strand, mangrove swamp, sand pine scrub, and tropical
hammock (see Figure 5 -2). There are, however, no viable wetlands
remaining in the town.
South Florida Coastal Strand
Most of the oceanic shoreline of the town has been developed with
only three (3) remaining vacant areas. However, state road A -1 -A
is approximately 500 feet west of the mean high water level.
Therefore, development along the east side of State Road A -1 -A
has had sufficient room to preserve some of the native vegetation
and hence, wildlife (see Figure 5 -2).
According to 26 Ecological Communities at.Florida, prepared by
the U.S. Department of Agriculture Soil Conservation Services,
1985, the South Florida Coastal Strand Community can support a
variety of flora and fauna. Those plants and animals typically
associated with this community are listed in Appendix 5B of this
element. While a survey of the Town of Gulf Stream's beach area
has not been conducted, many of the plants and animals listed in
Appendix 5A are thought to be present. However, the larger
animal species such as the bobcat and alligator have been
displaced.
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Mangrove Swamp
Although much of the town's shoreline along the Intracostal
Waterway (ICWW) has been bulkheaded, the golf course shoreline
bands and the shore of the Florida Inland Navigation District
(FIND) Property remains unimproved. It is along these banks that
the mangrove swamps are present (See Figure 5 -2). Although a
survey of these areas has not been conducted. 26 Ecological
Communities of Florida presents a list of plants and animals
typically associated with mangrove swamps. This list is
presented in Appendix 5C of this element.
Sand Pine Scrub
Because most of the town is located on a barrier island, there is
little upland type habitat. However, the town limits do include
a residential area and the vacant FIND property on the west side
of the ICWW (see Figure 5 -2). Although the FIND property has
been disturbed in the past, it currently supports a small
community of sand pine scrub. A vegetative or wildlife survey of
the property has not been conducted by the town, but 26
Ecological Communities of Florida presents the flora and fauna
typically associated with this community (see Appendix 5D).
Tropical Hammock
The tropical hammock community is the fourth ecological community
represented in the Town of Gulf Stream. The remaining portion of
this community is located on the town -owned property adjacent to
Hidden Harbor Drive (see Figure 5 -2). This property is
designated as Conservation on the Future Land Use Map and is to
contain no development as required in the dedication covenants.
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To date, the town has et to survey this Y y s property for flora and
fauna. However, 26 Ecological Communities of Florida provides a
listing of the plants and animals typically associated with this
community. This list is presented in Appendix 5E of this
element.
AQUATIC VEGETATION AND WILDLIFE
Atlantic Ocean
As discussed previously, the Town of Gulf Stream corporate limits
include approximately 10,300 liner feet of Atlantic Ocean
frontage. During normal tides, the town has a large content of
open beach between the shoreline and development protection
structures. The beach provides excellent recreation and fishing
opportunities.
In the nearshore Atlantic Ocean, the most significant habitat are
the oculina reefs. These reefs are colonized by various corals,
sponges and anemones, and fishes. In deeper water, fish normally
associated with the Caribbean are common, including: angel
fishes, butterfly fishes, damsel fishes, and jaw fishes. Nearer
the shore, the most numerous fish in the surf affected reefs are
hairy blenny, molly miller, spottail pinfish, pork fish, and
sailor's choice.
Between the reef tracts are bottom areas covered with sand and
shell. These areas are inhabited by burrowing organisms such as
clams and worms, and a large variety of fish including stingrays,
batfishes, searobins, snakes, eels, and flatfishes. In the surf
zone the most common fishes are catfish, lizard fishes, croakers,
thread fins, and seasonally, pompano, bluefish, and mullet.
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Intracoastal Waterway
The open waters of the ICWW, and dead -end canals are inhabited by
numerous fish and somewhat more limited varieties of shellfish
and crustaceans. Bulkheading of the waterways has eliminated
most of the shallow benthic habitats, but it does provide a
limited hard substrate for oysters and mussels , hich, in turn,
create a specific type of habitat. This habitat supports smaller
crustaceans, copepods and other invertebrates which are a source
of food for fish. Since the ICWW in the coastal area of the town
is man -made waterbody, it has steep sideslops which limit the
productive benthic area (i.e., 0 -4 feet below the mean high water
mark) even without bulkheading. The bulkheads have thus only
further reduced the diversity of species and the overall biomass
productivity in the coastal area of the town.
Sampling for the fish species that inhabit or transit the ICWW in
the town of Gulf Stream has not been conducted. However,
Appendix 5F provides a list of species found in the Indian River
Lagoon Aquatic Preserve. While the Indian River Aquatic Preserve
contains a greater diversity of habitat and wildlife than the
ICWW in Gulf Stream, there are several aspects in which the two
are similar. Although the Gulf Stream ICWW may not provide
habitat for all of these species, it is likely that many of them
transit the area.
Appendix 5F includes two different habitat areas. The first
includes fish species from the marine grassbed areas and the
second includes species from mangrove communities. While the
town has no grassbed areas, it is likely these fish transit the
area to grassbed areas located in Lake Worth. The town does,
however, provide mangrove areas adjacent to the golf courses and
FIND property.
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Areas of special Concern
The areas of special concern include all of the habitats listed
previously. Each provides a unique habitat and contributes to
the town's character. Therefore, all of these remaining habitats
need to be planned for carefully.
The Coastal Strand, while limited in Gulf Stream, is important to
preserve both ecologically and socially. The area provides
habitat for several rare species and is highly representative of
the town's seaside character. Therefore, the town will take
action to protect the remaining portions of this habitat and the
animals who may nest. In this instance, Palm Beach County
provides leadership with its existing ordinances and those
proposed in the County Comprehensive Plan.
The mangrove areas are also important to the town as they
represent the only natural areas remaining along the ICWw. In
order to protect these areas, the town has designated golf
courses as recreation on the Future Land Use Map. This will
prevent development from taking place in these areas which might
disturb the mangroves. In addition, the Goals, objectives, and
Policies Section of this element provides policies which will
limit the further use of bulkheads in the town. These policies
will be applied when development of the FIND property is
reviewed.
As discussed in the Future Land Use Element of the Comprehensive
Plan, the FIND property is designated for single family
development. Because portions of the property contain sand pine
scrub habitat, the site planning for development will be
thoroughly reviewed. Any development of the area will have to
include natural reserve areas of the sand pine scrub community.
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The tropical hammock area belongs to the town. The land was
obtained through a donation by a former resident. Under the
provisions of the dedication agreement, the town may not sell or
develop the parcel. Therefore, the property has been designated
as Conservation on the Future Land Use Map. The property is
currently fenced along its entire perimeter and provides an open
space function only. Therefore, the town will investigate
possible uses for the property that do not conflict with the
dedication convenants or the preservation of the habitat.
The ICWW, although man -made, is an important area to the town,
and is used by some species of special concern. The snook is
listed as a species of special concern by the Florida Game and
Fresh Water Fish Commission (GFWFC) . Although there is
essentially no prime habitat for snook within the coastal area of
the town, this fish does transit and feed there. Restoration or
creation of habitat for snook within the coastal area of the city
is not seen as a practical alternative.
The manatee is an endangered mammal which does visit the coastal
area of the town, mainly from December through March. there is
no suitable feeding area within the town's coastal area, but
there is suitable habitat in Lake Worth.
Since the most common human - induced cause of death of manatees is
boat collisions, the manatee is obviously at considerable risk
using the ICWW during the winter when the waterway has its most
intensive boating traffic. Since most visitors and many local
residents may not be aware of the seasonal influx of manatee,
posting of warning signs in the ICWW would increase public
awareness of the presence of manatees. Boat speeds in the ICWW
are set by the U.S. Coast Guard and Florida Marine Patrol.
Therefore, any desired speed changes in the ICWW must be proposed
to these agencies.
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Coastal Flooding
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has produced flood
map for the Town of Gulf Stream (see Figure 4C -2in the Drainage
Sub- Element). Those areas east of State Road A -1 -A are in FEMA
V10 Zones and may be subject to damage in a category 1 hurricane.
The remainder of town, except for those highest portions along
the crest of dune adjacent to S.R. A -1 -A, are subject to the 100 -
year flood. The town has reported limited flooding in recent
years, but this has occurred in only the lowest areas and the
water generally subsided in a few hours. As a result, no recent
flood damage has been reported. Should flooding occur in the
future, the town does participate in the FEMA Flood Insurance
Programs and has enacted all necessary ordinances for
participation in the program.
IV. LAND USE INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS
The predominant land use in the Town of Gulf Stream is
residential with the exceptions being two golf courses and the
FIND area. These existing land uses are summarized in the Future
Land Use Element.
Other than single family oriented residential docks, waterfront
lots, and the FIND area, there are no water dependent or water -
related uses. Public beach access is available at the eastern
end of Sea Road.
An estimate of the need for water dependent uses is presented in
Table 5 -1. The data were developed from the estimated functional
population in the Future Land Use Element and guidelines in the
Florida Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Outdood Recreation
in Florida, 1986. The tabular data do not reflect the fact that
many residents have private access to the beach and the
Intracoastal Waterway.
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TABLE 5 -1
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
ESTIMATED NEED FOR WATER - DEPENDENT RECREATION FACILITIES
Activity
Facility
1990
1995
2000
Population
--
540
559
559
Swimming
Feet of Beach
29
30
30
Fishing
Lin. Ft. Shore
90
90
90
Boating
Boat Ramp Lanes
1
1
1
Source: DNR; and REP /Inc.
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Shoreline land use conflicts consist entirely of non - conforming
encroachments on the Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL).
This has occurred because the age of the shore protective
structures and some buildings pre -date the establishment of the
CCCL. Additionally, the receding shoreline contributes to this
situation. No action is anticipated to minimize these conflicts.
There is presently only one parcel of land in the town, the
FIND property, that could be developed to provide a site for
water- dependent or water - related uses. There may be funds
available from the DNR Florida Boating Improvement Program to
improve this site for public access. However, this site is
designated as Single Family on the Future Land Use Map in order
to reaffirm the town's desire for low intensity development.
There are no areas in Gulf Stream that are in need of
redevelopment. There is no commercial, industrial, or
governmental economic base in the town. The Future Land Use
Element does not propose to change the economic base.
V. WATER QUALITY
Existing Conditions
No studies have been conducted to determine the water quality of
the ICWW within the Town of Gulf Stream or to determine the
impacts on the water quality quality from development within the
town. However, given the configuration of the ICWW, its
relationship to the nearest inlet and the intensity of
development within Gulf Stream, assumptions can be made
concerning water quality.
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The primary sources of any water
pollution within the Town of
Gulf Stream would be point source storm water discharges, non -
point source storm water discharge and discharges from boats. As
discussed in the Drainage and Natural Groundwater Aquifer
Recharge Sub - Element of this Comprehensive Plan, the town does
have a drainage system. However, the system is very old and was
constructed in a piecemeal manner as the town developed. As a
result, little quantitative information is known concerning the
system, including the number and location of outfalls. However,
given the low intensity, residential development of the town, few
pollutants are likely to discharge through the town's drainage
system. oil from streets and possibly some chemical fertilizers
are likely to be the only contaminants carried through the
system.
Non -point storm water runoff is also likely to be of rather high
quality. The parcels that are immediately adjacent to the ICWW
are either single family in use or golf courses. Both of the
areas have large, open pervious surfaces between the development
area and the ICWW. Thus, except for the most severe storm
events, most of the water is absorbed, and therefore filtered,
prior to reaching the ICWW Channel. In addition, the golf
courses do have retention ponds to which storm water runoff is
directed.
The heavy boater usage of the ICww in the area of the town can
also contribute to water pollution. Heavy metal deposits,
antifouling paints and fuel and septic spills can all be
generated from private vessels. These problems can then be
compounded by the poor circulation within the ICWW and the dead -
end cannals in particular. Unfortunately, only strict
enforcement of U.S. Coast Guard regulations can prevent these
pollutants from entering the system.
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As discussed, the configuration of the ICWW itself can also
contribute to water quality degradation. The ICWW is a 250 -foot
wide dredged channel that is mostly bulkheaded and has no
extensive oceanic circulation. Therefore, any pollutants
introduced into the system tend to stay concentrated either
within solution or on the bottom. The dead -end cannals extending
from the ICWW only maginfy the problem as they have even less
circulation. As a result, eventhough the Town of Gulf Stream may
be contributing few pollutants, the water quality of the ICWW is
not likely marginal at best.
Analysis of Needed Remedial Action
Since the existing water quality is not documented, it is
difficult to prescribe remedial action. However, the Town of
Gulf Stream does have existing ordinances which should have a
positive impact on the water quality of the ICWW. Presently, the
town requires all new development and major redevelopment to
retain the first one inch of runoff. This will reduce reliance
on the town's drainage system and ensure filtration of storm
water through retention and absorption. Since all vacant areas
are designated as Single Family on the Future Land Use Map,
compliance with the ordinance should not be difficult or require
large retention areas.
A second measure of water quality improvement is provided through
town ordinances which prohibit the placement of retention areas
over septic drainfields. This assists in preventing accelerated
percolation of septic tanks for wastewater treatment. Thus, the
placement of drainfields needs to be carefully planned.
As discussed in the Sanitary Sewer Sub - Element of this
Comprehensive Plan, septic have generally worked well in the
town. However, some residents have experienced problems. These
homes are located in the low lying area in the vicinity of the
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intersection of Polo Drive and School Road. While the problems
have not posed a health threat and most likely did not contribute
water pollution, the problem emphasize the need to monitor septic
system placement and operations. Through policies presented in
the Sanitary Sewer Sub - Element, the town has committed itself to
advising these and other residents who are interested in
obtaining centralized sanitary sewer services.
VI. BEACH AND DUNE SYSTEM
The Town of Gulf Stream has 10,300 linear feet of ocean beach.
Beach widths vary from 5o to 100 feet with an approximate average
of 60 feet. The beach is eroding and there are 6,630 linear feet
of seawall or revetment that help to support the seaward side of
the dune.
The dune system has been severely or totally altered by
development. The original dune was as much as 500 feet wide and
9 -15 feet high and, since there are relatively no commercially
valuable minerals in the town, development took place on top of
the dune rather than landward of it. Therefore, many sites have
no recognizable vestige of a dune since the seaward property line
is a seawall.
The coastal and shore protection structures in the town are the
6,630 linear feet of seawalls, bulkheads, and revetments that
support the dune in lieu of or together with dune vegetation.
The South Lake Worth Inlet (a.k.a. Boynton Inlet) , three miles
north of the town, has the most pronounced impact on beach
erosion of any of the coastal protection structures in the area
of the town. The protective north jetty and inlet currents
intercept the natural littoral drift of sand and this promotes
beach erosion.
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State, Regional, and Local Regulatory Programs to Reduce
Estuarine Pollution
State pollution regulation is largely vested in the Florida
Department of Environmental Regulation (DER). The DER regulates
dredge and fill activities of waters of the state and adjacent
wetlands. Dredge and fill permitting is done in accordance with
similar federal permitting. DER also regulates discharges of
pollutants into natural or artificial bodies of water,
establishes and enforces water quality standards, sets minimum
treatment requirements, issues permits for the operation of
wastewater treatment plants, administers construction grants for
sewage treatment plants, and regulates discharges of stormwater.
A special permit program can be used to obtain long -term permits
for dredging deep water ports.
DER and the water management districts regulate the withdrawal,
diversion, storage, and consumption of water, with the water
management districts responsible for most of the permitting and
operational aspects. DER certifies the siting of any power
plants and must consider the cooling water needs and
environmental impacts of any proposed power plant.
The Florida Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is also
involved in controlling estuarine pollution. The DNR is
responsible for selling or leasing state owned submerged lands if
the sale or lease is not "contrary to the public interest ". The
proposed use of the conveyed or leased submerged land must not
"interfere with the conservation of fish, marine life, or
wildlife, or other natural resources ". Deeds or leases may
contain restrictions on dredging and filling.
The DNR is the designated lead agency in the Florida Coastal
Pollutant Spill Contingency Plan, with nine other departments and
the Florida Game and Freshwater Fish Commission (GFWFC) on the
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state response team. As part of this plan, the DNR is
responsible for certification of terminal Facilities storing
pollutants.
The DNR is also responsible for managing the aquatic preserves
throughout the state. These preserves are state -owned submerged
lands which the state wishes to maintain in "an essentially
natural condition ". Special requirements pertain to the sale or
lease of state owned submerged land within the aquatic preserves.
The DNR also regulates exploration, drilling, and production of
oil, gas, or other petroleum products, including drilling in
estuaries.
The DNR is the chief land purchasing agent and land manager for
the state. The state, through several land acquisition programs,
often purchases environmentally sensitive lands which are vital
for estuarine water quality.
The Florida Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services
(HRS) administrators the mosquito control program. This program
sets limits on the types and amounts of oil and chemicals used to
control mosquitoes. Special exceptions to state dredge and fill
requirements are given to mosquito control projects. The program
also provides financial aid to counties or mosquito control
districts.
The principal regional agency involved in controlling estuarine
pollution is the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD).
The SFWMD is responsible for the major flood control and drainage
structures and therefore responsible for the quantity and timing
of much of the fresh water delivered to the lagoon. The District
is also responsible for certain regulatory activities delegated
from DER. Chief among these is stormwater permitting.
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The SFWMD is also assigned responsibility for regulating
agricultural activities in wetlands under the Warren Henderson
Act. The district has a land acquisition program, the "Save our
Rivers Program ", which allows the district to purchase
environmentally sensitive lands, and by preserving them improve
the quality of fresh water.
The Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council (TCRPC), along with
the Department of Community Affairs, have some control over land
use and developments regulations through local comprehensive plan
reviews and the Development of Regional Impact (DRI) program.
Should the TCRPC comprehensive regional policy plan call for
stringent controls of pollution, then the consistency
requirements between the regional and local plans would invoke
strong local controls of pollution. The DRI process can require
reviews of large development impacts on significant state and
regional resources such as aquatic preserves or Outstanding
Florida Waters. The impacts can be mitigated through conditions
in the development order issued by the local government. The
TCRPC has appeal rights if the council feels that the development
order does not adequately address the regional concerns.
The Palm Beach County Soil and Water Conservation District was
established pursuant to state law and is county -wide with its own
taxing authority. The District's purpose is to control soil
erosion. These erosion prevention efforts assist in maintaining
estuarine water quality by reducing the sediment and nutrient
loads of waters flowing into the estuary.
The Town of Gulf Stream, through its police power, regulates come
activities which impact estuarine water quality. The town
controls the disposal of domestic solid waste including yard
debris, regulates land use through zoning and comprehensive
planning, and enforces site planning and subdivision
requirements.
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There is an existing beach renourishment system at South Lake
Worth Inlet that consists of a sand transfer pumping station and
a "sand pass- through" jetty. The pumping station can transfer
sand from the north side to the south side of the inlet. The
north jetty was constructed with large quarrystone fill between
cast columns to allow wave action and sand to partially pass -
through the jetty, but strong currents in the inlet apparently
reduce or negate the effectiveness of this design. The sand
transfer station has been inoperative for an extended period of
time due to mechanical problems and litigation by nearby
municipalities. This sand transfer pumping station is one of the
few feasible methods to mitigate the impacts of the inlet.
An analysis of beach and dune protective measures finds that
there is no systematic town or regional plan to combat beach
erosion or to consider the effects of the slow but accelerating
sea level rise projected in EPA, Greenhouse Effect, Sea Level
Rise and Salinity in the Delaware Estuary, 1986. However,
operating the sand transfer pump at South Lake Worth Inlet would
mitigate some of the erosion that is taking place. The
unprotected ocean frontage that remains can be expected to apply
for permits to construct some type of protective structure,
particularly where adjacent seawalls causes accelerated erosion
of the dune. Additionally, repairs to existing protective
structures will be requested more frequently as they become more
exposed to wave action.
VII. ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND HISTORIC RESOURCES OF THE COASTAL AREA
The National Register of Historic Places and the National
Registry of Historic Landmarks do not contain listings for the
Town of Gulf Stream. However, several private homes are listed
in the Florida Master Site File. Please consult the Future Land
Use Element of this Comprehensive Plan for the location of these
homes.
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VIII. HURRICANE EVACUATION
The most recent hurricane evacuation plan pertaining to the Town
of Gulf Stream is the Palm Beach County Peacetime Emergency Plan
1985 Edition, prepared by the Palm Beach County Department of
Public Safety, Division of Emergency Management. This plan
incorporates the study prepared by Post, Buckley, Schuh and
Jernigan, Lower Southeast Florida Hurricane Evacuation Study,
Technical Data Report, June, 1983, that was prepared in
conjunction with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
The Town of Gulf Stream responds to hurricane evacuation or other
emergencies through the town's police department. The town
police interface with their Palm Beach County or municipal
counterparts through the County Emergency Management office or
directly through the Inter -City First Aid radio band.
Most of the town is located on a barrier island and is thus,
vulnerable to all hurricanes. Although a Category I hurricane is
projected to have storm surges only to the extent of the FEMA V10
zone shown on Figure 5 -3, a Category V hurricane could produce a
10 -foot storm surge topped by 10 -foot waves. Thus would cause
flooding all the way to U.S. 1. Regardless, for the purposes of
the Comprehensive Plan, the whole town shall be considered a
hurricane vulnerability zone. Thus, all residents are expected
to evacuate when a hurricane evacuation order is issued.
The Palm Beach County plan includes the town under the following
Traffic Evacuation Zones (TEZ):
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Town of Gulf Stream
Traffic Evacuation Zones
TEZ Description
Z -13 South Ocean Blvd., East of U.S. Highway
1, North of Gulf Stream Golf Course
Z -14 South of Gulf Stream Golf Course (line
extended to U.S. Highway 1), North of
Casuarine in Delray Beach and East of
U.S. Highway 1.
The county evacuation plan includes the evacuation zone, Red
Cross shelter number, shelter name, shelter capacity (40 sq. ft.
per person), and a route assignment as shown in Table 5 -2.
Palm Beach County, as of 1985, had emergency shelter for 22,379
persons, with an estimated shelter demand of 15,743 to 20,991
persons for a Category 4 to 5 hurricane approaching from the east
(i.e., worst case). This shelter demand is based on fifteen to
twenty percent (15 -200) of the 104,955 population at risk seeking
public shelter. There are no data to establish the percentage
of evacuees from the town. Clearance times for the county vary
from twelve to seventeen and a half (12 -17.5) hours, depending
upon the different scenarios presented. It should be noted that
the bridge on N.E. 8th Street in Delray Beach was omitted in the
traffic analysis and the evacuation plan. Therefore, the bridge
clearance times should be considerably less for the Town of
Gulf Stream and adjacent TEZ's.
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Operation of drawbridges over the Intracoastal Waterway may be
under DOT or Palm Beach County, but control of the bridges is by
the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). The USCG will relinquish control to
the Palm Beach County Office of Emergency Management during a
hurricane warning if an evacuation is ordered. When an
evacuation is ordered the drawbridges will remain closed and
boats may be prevented from seeking shelter. Therefore, boat
owners will need to plan ahead (i.e., before or during the
hurricane water phase) to seek shelter for their boats. In order
to maintain short evacuation times, the town encourages all
residents to evacuate as early as possible. However, as the
population of town is generally the lowest during the hurricane
season, the town is not expected to add a great deal to the
volume of evacuation traffic. In addition, each year the town
mails evacuation information to each resident to remind them of
evacuation procedures and shelter locations. Included in these
materials is information for those with special needs such as the
infirmed. Finally, the town has designated all vacant areas as
Single Family residential on the Future Land Use Map. As a
result, only a small increase in the town's population is
projected in the next several years.
IX. COASTAL HIGH - HAZARD AREAS AND POST - DISASTER PLANNING CONCERNS
Coastal High Hazard Area
In accordance with Rule 9J- 5.003(13), the town has designated the
areas shown in figure 5 -1 as coastal high hazard areas. These
areas include the FEMA V zones indicated on Figure 4C -2 and the
areas seaward of the proposed Coastal Construction Control Unit.
This area includes most all of the development east of S.R. A -1-
A. Since many of the older buildings are situated over the
former dune crest, beach erosion has made them more vulnerable to
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damage even though they survived hurricanes in the 1960's.
Seawalls provide some protection, but a Category 4 or 5 hurricane
approaching directly from the east could overtop or undermine
many of the protective structures resulting in disastrous
property damage.
Infrastructure, except for the worst case scenario (10 -foot waves
on 10 -foot storm surge), is not generally in the high- hazard
area. State Road A -1 -A may be temporarily awash and roots from
windthrown trees may break water mains along A -1 -A.
Post - Disaster Redevelopment Alternatives
Since damage in the coastal high - hazard area appears inevitable,
the town may establish the damage threshold at which
reconstruction in the same location would not be permitted. One
established standard is the 50% of value used by the National
Flood Insurance Program. Structures seaward of the CCCL that
were damaged to 50% of value would be required to rebuild
landward of the CCCL. The CCCL is scheduled to be re-
established in Palm Beach County during 1989 by the DNR. In
implementing a damage threshold policy for the coastal high
hazard area, the town must consider the fact that it may not have
the resources to establish degrees of damage in the necessary
timely manner.
The Future Land Use Element assigns residential land use as the
predominant land use in the coastal area and no change is
proposed or anticipated.
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TABLE 5 -2
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
HURRICANE EVACUATION PLAN
Evacuation Shelter Shelter
Zone No. Name
12 16 Poinciana
Elementary
School
13
RE
23 Atlantic
High School
25 Pompey Park
Recreation
Center
25 Pompey Park
Recreation
Center
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Shelter
Route
Capacity
Assignment
200
Boynton Rd /NW 2nd
Ave. west to Sea -
crest Blvd.; north
to shelter, 1400
NW 1st St.
405
S.E. 15th Ave. west
to Seacrest Blvd.;
south to shelter,
2501 Seacrest Blvd.
220
SE 15th Ave. west
to I -95; south to
Atlantic Ave.; east
to NW 10th Ave.;
north to shelter,
240 NW 10th Ave.
220
Atlantic Ave. west
to NW 10th Ave.;
north to shelter,
240 NW 10th Ave.
TABLE 5 -2 (CONTINUED)
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
HURRICANE EVACUATION PLAN
Evacuation Shelter Shelter Shelter Route
Zone No. Name Capacity Assignment
**
15 27 Bibletown 3,000 US 1 south to NE
Community 12th St.; west to
Church NW 4th Ave.; south
to shelter, 601
NW 4th Ave.
Source: Palm Beach County Peacetime Emergency Plan - 1985
Edition.
** Note: The Post, Buckley, Schuh and Jernigan, Lower SE
Florida Hurricane Evacuation Study, Technical Report,
June, 1983, did not include the bridge crossing the
Intracoastal Waterway at NE 8th St. in the City of
Delray Beach in the traffic evacuation analysis.
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X. PUBLIC ACCESS
Public beach access is available within the Town of Gulf Stream
at the eastern end of Sea Road, two blocks east of Town Hall
(see Figure 5 -1). Sea Road is within a public right -of -way and
dead ends at the beach. Limited public parking is available
along the road right -of -way and at the Town Hall. In addition,
Gulf stream Park, a county -owned public park and beach access
facility, is located adjacent to the town's northern limits. The
only other potential public access is at the southern FIND
property on the west side of the Intracoastal Waterway. Some
improvements to this property may be possible under DNR Florida
Boating Improvement Program grants. However, this would be a
cooperative venture with Palm Beach County to provide access to
the property from U.S. Highway 1. The property is designated
Residential on the Future Land Use Map.
The existing public beach access is deemed by the town to be
adequate. Several residences, including most of the multi - family
structures, are located adjacent to the beach. Several other
residences, located west of S.R. A -1 -A, have private easements
through the beach front development for access to the ocean. The
remaining residences then use the town's access or one of the
several county facilities of those of another municipality. The
Town Hall parking lot currently has in excess of 25 spaces and
has never been full from use by beach- goers. Therefore, no
improvements to the amount of public beach access or related
facilities are warranted.
According to the DNR, Toward a Proactive Statewide Marina Siting
Prociram, April, 1985, it is projected that the demand for
wetslips in Palm Beach County will increase between 64 -89% from
the year 1982 to 2005. Since there is not sufficient undeveloped
land within the town coastal area to support a marina, an
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analysis of the demand that could be satisfied by the town would
not be useful. Additionally, the fact that few of the waterfront
homes on the Intracoastal Waterway have installed docks or
moorings, even though they may be in the equivalent of an upland
marina, indicates no unusual demand for wetslips.
XI. COASTAL AREA INFRASTRUCTURE
The following section summarizes and refers to the existing and
needed infrastructure serving the coastal area. This information
is analyzed in greater detail in the Traffic Circulation Element,
Sanitary Sewer, Solid Waste, Drainage, and Natural Groundwater
Aquifer Recharge, Potable Water Element and previous sections of
this element.
Existing Facilities
Roads and Bridges: The existing traffic circulation patterns and
the network of arterial /collector roads are discussed in the
Traffic Circulation Element. No major improvements are proposed.
Sanitary sewage Facilities: with the exception of four existing
multi - family facilities and one private club, each development
provides on -site sewage treatment and disposal. All single family
residences have on -site septic systems. The few remaining
undeveloped properties will continue to provide on -site
facilities.
Potable Water Facilities: The coastal area is supplied with
potable water by the City of Delray Beach through the town's
system. The distribution systems are presently adequate to serve
the town through the planning period.
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Drainage Facilities: The existing drainage facilities are
adequate and no improvements are needed or proposed. Substantial
drainage improvements were made in 1968 and in 1984.
Coastal or Shore Protection Structures: More coastal protection
structures will be needed unless beach renourishment is provided.
There is presently no plan or funding for a beach renourishment
project. However, operating the sand transfer pumping station at
South Lake Worth Inlet would retard beach erosion in the town.
Special Restrictions on Siting Facilities in the coastal Area
The construction of public facilities within the coastal area
must be the minimum necessary to accommodate the land uses
proposed in the Comprehensive Plan. Former Governor Graham's
Coastal Zone Executive Order formulated a coastal infrastructure
policy banning the use of state funds to build facilities in
coastal high hazard areas unless such expenditure was consistent
with the local comprehensive plan. Several developments within
Gulf Stream are in a coastal high hazard area. Through a series
of cross references and consistency requirements, the revised
planning laws require local comprehensive plans to limit
development in coastal high hazard areas. Therefore, any new or
publicly owned facilities that are proposed in the future will
have to be carefully considered. The single family designation
of most of the coastal area should require few facility
improvements to accommodate the final build -out of the town. No
areas of the town are part of state resource protection plans.
Therefore, there are no development restrictions created by such
plans.
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XIII. SUMMARY AND IDENTIFICATION OF SIGNIFICANT ISSUES
For the purpose of this Comprehensive Plan, the "coastal area"
includes the entire town. However, hurricane evacuation is
discussed in an area -wide manner since specific data for the town
has not been developed. The discrepancy in omitting the N.E. 8th
Street bridge from the county evacuation plan needs to be
discussed with Palm Beach County.
Most of the natural coastal habitats within the town have
essentially been eliminated by development. Restoration of some
habitat may be achieved by encouraging the planting of native
species of coastal vegetation in clusters that would allow
development of the proper understory.
The town allows public beach access at the eastern end of Sea
Road. Other public beach access is available immediately north of
the town at the county -owned Gulfstream Park.
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Coastal Management Element
Data and Analysis Update
The entire Town is located within the Coastal Area and within the identified
Coastal High Hazard Area, as defined by Chapter 163.3178 and identified on the
Palm Beach County Coastal High Hazard Map and the Treasure Coast Regional
Planning Council. As such, the Town's population would have to evacuate if the
area is threatened by a Category 1 hurricane or stronger.
As detailed within the Future Land Use Element, the Town is substantially built
out and only minor fluctuations in the resident population is expected during the
next 20 years. As such, there is no significant impact anticipated. to the Town's
Hurricane preparedness and evacuation activities.
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
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Coastal Management Element
XIV. GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND POLICIES
GOAL 5.1.: THE SOCIAL ECONOMIC, AND ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS
ASSOCIATED WITH THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM'S COASTAL AREA
SHALL BE MAINTAINED, AND ENHANCED WHERE FEASIBLE.
Objective 5.1.1.: In accordance with Section 163.3202, F.S., the Town
shall review, and revise where necessary land development regulations
which regulate future development in the coastal area and shoreline uses
in a manner which preserves, protects, or enhances the remaining coastal
area limiting marine resources, vegetation and wildlife habitat.
Policv 5.1.1.1.: Future development in the coastal area shall not occur where:
1. Development of fixed structures (e.g., homes, condominiums, hotels,
swimming pools) could reasonably create a future demand for beach
nourishment and erosion control projects; or
2. Evacuation of the island in case of emergency could not occur within
acceptable time periods; or
3. Development would limit existing public access opportunities to beaches or
other publicly owned resources unless an alternate is provided.; or
4. Provision of necessary public services (e.g., centralized water and
wastewater; solid waste removal; transportation systems, etc.) would not be
available to adequately serve the development concurrent with need; or
5. Provision of necessary public services to private development could not occur
without increasing costs to mainland residents.
Policy 5.1.1.2.: Erosion control measures shall be limited to those that do not
interfere with normal littoral processes, sea turtle nesting and hatching activities,
or negatively impact coast natural resources.
Policy 5.1.1.3.: Native vegetation shall be provided in landscaping in the coastal
area.
Policy 5.1.1.4.: The Town shall support techniques for inlet maintenance which
provide for long —term stability through facilitation of normal littoral processes.
Policy 5.1.1.5.: The Town shall require that all new development within the
coastal area remove all nuisance and exotic vegetation.
Policy 5.1.1.6.: Shoreline alteration and construction which degrades existing
estuarine productivity shall be prohibited unless it provides necessary access to
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 5 -32 Coastal Management Element
marine resources, abates serious and significant erosion, and does not
significantly impact water quality or habitat value.
Policy 5.1.1.7.: A natural vegetated buffer adjacent to the Intracoastal
Waterway shall be required of all new developments and major redevelopments.
Policy 5.1.1.8.: The Town discourages the construction of any marinas within its
coastal area; however, if one is proposed, the following criteria shall be used
when reviewing its merit:
1. Preference shall be given to sites which have been legally disturbed or
identified as suitable in a local marina siting plan element, as opposed to
sensitive areas;
2. Non —water dependent uses (such as bait and tackle, restaurants, etc.) shall
be situated on uplands (but not dunes);
3. Marinas shall demonstrate that they have sufficient upland area to
accommodate all needed utilities and marina support facilities;
4. Docking facilities shall only be approved which require minimal or no dredging
and /or filling to provide access by canal, channel, or road;
5. Marina basins shall only be approved when the locations have adequate
depths to accommodate the proposed boat use;
6. Dock and decking design and construction shall ensure light penetration
sufficient to support existing shallow water habitats;
7. Sewer pump —out service shall be made available at all marinas capable of
servicing or accepting boats inhabited overnight or boats which require
pump —out service;
8. In the event marina fueling facilities are developed, adequate and effective
measures shall be taken to prevent contamination of area waters from
spillage or storage tank leakage; and
9. Prior to operation of marina fueling facilities, the developer shall concurrently
submit to the Town a copy of the application for a terminal facility and the
applicable portion of the DNR "Florida Coastal Pollutant Spill Contingency
Plan ". The plan shall describe the methods of fuel storage, personnel training,
methods to be used to dispense fuel, and all the procedures, methods,
materials and emergency response contractors to be used in the event of a
Spill.
10. Marina and appurtenant upland area shall be compatible with the Future Land
Use Map and applicable land developments regulations in terms of the
types of intensities of uses that are permitted.
11. Landscape buffers and setbacks shall be required to mitigate impacts upon
adjacent land uses.
12. Marinas shall include a hurricane contingency plan which shall include those
methods to be taken to secure property and facilities at the marina, the
time period necessary to complete the preparation and the safe
evacuation of all marina personnel and those who rent or own space at
the marina.
AAmmendment 08 -1 (O rd 08/10)
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 5 -33 Coa8falLana�em'dhtY1'ement
13. Marinas shall identify which docking facilities are to be rented and which are
to be sold. Areas available to the public shall be identified and maintained
as such.
14.All applications for marinas shall include a market study indicating the need,
market area, and user profile of the marina and which shall include
projected costs and revenues providing the economic feasibility of the
marina.
Policy 5.1.1.9.: The Town recommends that the South Lake Worth Inlet District
continues the use of the sand transfer pump.
Obiective 5.1.2.: In accordance with Section 163.3202, F.S., the Town
shall review, and revise where necessary, provided for the protection of
species with special status.
Policy 5.1.2.1.: Beach renourishment projects shall protect sea turtle nesting
areas by limiting construction in such areas to winter and spring months, or by
collecting eggs from the nests, incubating them, and releasing the hatchlings.
Policy 5.1.2.2.: In order to protect gopher tortoises and indigo snakes, the use
of toxic substances poured into burrows to destroy rattlesnakes shall be
prohibited.
Policy 5.1.2.3.: The Town shall periodically review boat speeds in the
Instracoastal Waterway with the U.S. Coast Guard of Florida Marina Patrol to
ensure manatees are adequately protected.
Policy 5.1.2.4.: The Town shall require that all new development east of State
Road A -1 —A to receive site plan review approval and that the natural vegetation
in this area not be destroyed beyond the minimum necessary to accommodate
the proposed development.
Policy 5.1.2.5.: The Town shall require that development of the FIND property
to receive site plan review approval and that the native vegetation on the
property not be disturbed beyond the minimum necessary to accommodate the
proposed development.
Policy 5.1.2.6.: The Town shall determine the best public use for the Town —
owned property located on Hidden Harbor Road. Any development of the site
shall maintain a majority of the native vegetation.
Objective 5.1.3.: In accordance with Section 163.3202, F.S., the Town
shall review, and revise where necessary, land development regulations
which provide for the maintenance or improvement of water quality in the
Intracoastal Waterway (ICWW).
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 5 -34 Coastal Management Element
Policv 5.1.3.1.: The Town shall maintain its current drainage standards for new
development and redevelopment for the on -site retention for a
24 -hour, 3 -year storm event.
Policy 5.1.3.2.: The Town shall maintain or strengthen existing ordinances
which prohibit the location of retention areas above septic drainfields.
Policy 5.1.3.3.: In accordance with Section 163.3202, F.S., the Town shall
review, and revise where necessary, open area setbacks shall be required
adjacent to the ICWW.
Policy 5.1.3.4.: No structures which constrict water circulation in the ICWW
shall be permitted.
Policv 5.1.3.5.: In order to reduce non —point source pollutant loading's and
improve the functioning of the Town's drainage system, dumping of debris of any
kind, including yard clippings and trimmings, into drainage ditches, stormwater
control structures, and the ICWW shall be prohibited.
Policy 5.1.3.6.: In order to reduce the impact of effluent from sewage treatment
plants on the Atlantic Ocean or ICWW, sewage treatment facilities and septic
tanks with a history of treatment standards violations or failures shall have
highest priority in connecting to new or improved facilities.
Objective 5.1.4.: In accordance with Section 163.3202, the Town shall
review, and revise where necessary, land development regulations which
incorporate alternate methods of shoreline stabilization, other than
seawalls, and which protect beach and dune systems.
Policv 5.1.4.1.: Stabilization methods using native vegetation in conjunction with
geotextiles or geogrids shall be given preference over rip —rap where practical.
Policy 5.1.4.2.: Rip —rap, if used, will only be placed on uplands unless approved
as habitat improvement by the DNR, DER, and COE.
Policy 5.1.4.3.: Construction seaward of the coastal construction control line
shall be prohibited, including construction of coastal or shore protection
structures, except as approved by the state and for public access or resource
restoration purposes.
Policv 5.1.4.4.: Vehicular traffic on the beach and on primary dunes shall be
prohibited.
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 5 -35 Coastal Management Element
Policy 5.1.4.5.: The Town shall support beach renourishment projects
recommended by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and will act as local
sponsor if necessary.
Policv 5.1.4.6.: The Town shall encourage the Florida Department of Natural
Resources to re— establish the coastal construction control line every five years.
Policy 5.1.4.7.: All development east of State Road A -1 —A shall limit regrading
of natural slopes to the minimum necessary to accommodate the proposed
development.
Obiective 5.1.5.: The Town shall not experience a loss of historic
resources on town —owned property, and /state development regulations
providing for the protection, preservation and reuse of public and private
historic resources.
Policy 5.1.5.1.: As an alternative to preserving historic or archaeological sites,
the owner may allow excavation of the site by the Division of Historic Resources
or their approved alternate prior to development. Should a site be scientifically
excavated, then development may proceed without preserving the site.
Policy 5.1.5.2.: In the case of historic or archaeological sites, vegetation
removal shall not be permitted unless the vegetation to be removed is a part of
the bona fide scientific excavation, or is a part of an approved development plan.
Policy 5.1.5.3.: The Town shall accept donations of historic or archaeological
sites.
Policy 5.1.5.4.: Prior to 2012, the Town shall draft a local historic preservation
ordinance, which will identify applicable properties and regulations regarding the
development or redevelopment of the site.
Objective 5.1.6.: In accordance with Section 163.3202, F.S., the Town
shall review, and revise where necessary, land development regulations
which ensure that building and development activities are carried out in a
manner which minimizes the danger to life and property from hurricanes
and floods and which direct population away from coastal high hazard
areas.
Policy 5.1.6.1.: All areas of the Town located below the elevation of the
category 1 storm surge line as established by a Sea, Lake, and Overland Surge
from Hurricanes (SLOSH) computerized storm surge model shall be designated
as a Coastal High- Hazard Area.
Amendment 08 -1 ( Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 5 -36 Coastal Management Element
Policy 5.1.6.2.: New sanitary sewer facilities in the hurricane vulnerability zone
shall be flood — proofed to prevent inflow, and new septic tanks shall be fitted with
back flow preventors.
Policy 5.1.6.3.: Town — funded or supported public facilities shall not be built in
the coastal high— hazard area, unless the facility is for public access, resource
restoration, or required to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of its residents.
Policy 5.1.6.4.: The Town shall cooperate with surrounding local governments
to provide immediate response to post— hurricane situations.
Policy 5.1.6.5.: New development and redevelopment within A and V flood
zones as designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency shall
employ building construction techniques which are consistent with the
requirements of the Federal Emergency Management Agency Flood Insurance
Program.
Policy 5.1.6.6.: Land use intensities within the coastal area shall be consistent
with:
a. Directing population away from Coastal high hazard areas;
b. The Future Land Use Element and Map;
c. The hazard mitigation annex of the local peacetime emergency
management plan and the Treasure Coast Hurricane Evacuation Study;
d. Vested development rights;
e. Those which maintain an acceptable time period for emergency
evacuation; and
f. The goals, objectives and policies of this element and the Conservation
Element concerning the protection and preservation of natural resources.
Policy 5.1.6.7.: The Town public works department shall institute an annual
pre— hurricane tree trimming program in which a survey of windthrown hazards is
conducted and appropriate trees are removed or trimmed which are in public
property.
Obiective 5.1.7.: The Town shall cooperate with the county to maintain
county/regional desired hurricane evacuation times.
Policv 5.1.7.1.: The Town shall coordinate all hurricane evacuations with the
county and adjacent municipalities.
Policy 5.1.7.2.: The Town shall revisit the hurricane evacuation with the county
and adjacent municipalities after the event.
Policy 5.1.7.3.: The Town shall encourage all residents to evacuate immediately
once an evacuation order is issued.
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 5 -37 Coastal Management Element
Policy 5.1.7.4.: The Town shall continue to annually notify residents of
hurricane evacuation procedures and shelters and procedures for those with
special needs such as the handicapped and the infirmed.
Policy 5.1.7.5.: The Town shall continue to curtail future population growth
through the limiting of lands available for high density development.
Objective 5.1.8.: The Town shall immediately respond to post— hurricane
situations through the implementation of post— disaster response and
redevelopment plans.
Policy 5.1.8.1.: The Town's disaster recovery plan shall comply with the policies
under this objective, and shall contain step —by —step details for post — disaster
recovery operations.
Policy 5.1.8.2.: After a hurricane, but prior to re —entry of the population to
evacuated areas, the Town Commission shall meet to hear preliminary damage
assessments, appoint a Recovery Task Force, and consider a temporary
moratorium on building activities not necessary to the public health, safety and
welfare.
Policy 5.1.8.3.: The Emergency Management Team shall include the Town
Manager, Chief of Police, and at —large liaison members to interface with other
jurisdictions. Staff shall be provided by the departments whose directors sit on
the Team. The organization of the Team may be modified by the Town
Commission as required.
Policy 5.1.8.4.: The Recovery Task Force shall: review and decide upon
emergency building permits; coordinate with state and federal officials to prepare
disaster assistance applications; analyze and recommend to the Town
Commission hazard mitigation options including reconstruction or relocation of
damaged public facilities; develop a redevelopment plan; and recommend
amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, Local Peacetime Emergency Plan, and
other appropriate policies and procedures.
Policy 5.1.8.5.: Immediate repair and cleanup actions needed to protect the
public health and safety include repairs to potable water, wastewater, and power
facilities; removal of debris; stabilization or removal of structures about to
collapse; and minimal repairs to make dwellings habitable. These actions shall
receive first priority in permitting decisions. Long —term redevelopment activities
shall be postponed until the Recovery Task Force has completed its tasks.
Policy 5.1.8.6.: If rebuilt, structures which suffer damage in excess of fifty
percent of their appraised value shall be rebuilt to meet all current land
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 5 -38 Coastal Management Element
development requirements, if applicable, including those enacted since
construction and structure.
Policy 5.1.8.7.: Structures which suffer repeated damage to pilings,
foundations, or loadbearing walls shall be required to rebuild landward of their
current location or to modify the structure to delete the areas most prone to
damage.
Policy 5.1.8.8.: Repair or reconstruction of seawalls must utilize the policies of
Objective 7.1.4. of this Comprehensive Plan where possible.
Policy 5.1.8.9.: The Recovery Task Force shall review all interagency hazard
mitigation reports as they are produced and make recommendations for
amendments to the Comprehensive Plan accordingly.
Obiective 5.1.9.: The existing level of beach access and supporting
facilities (pafking) shall be maintained.
Policy 5.1.9.1.: The Town supports the nearby Gulfstream Beach Park and
Delray Municipal Beach and discourages any activity which might limit access to
this park.
Objective 5.1.10.: The level of service standards adopted for the entire
Town is the Capital Improvements Element and other elements of this
Comprehensive Plan shall be applied to the traffic circulation and
infrastructure facilities of the coastal area whenever development orders or
permits are requested the provision of infrastructure in the coastal area
shall take place in a manner which is financially acceptable, ensures the
health, safety, and welfare of the residents, and limits the use of public
funds in high— hazard coastal areas.
Policy 5.1.10.1.: Public funds shall not be used for infrastructure expansion or
improvements in high— hazard coastal areas unless such funds are necessary to:
a. Provide services to existing development (structures approved for
development prior to the implementation of this policy);
b. Provide adequate evacuation in the event of emergency; or
c. Provide for recreational needs and other appropriate water dependent
uses.
Policy 5.1.10.2.: The level of service standards established elsewhere in this
Comprehensive Plan for traffic circulation, sanitary sewer, solid waste, drainage,
potable water, and recreation are hereby established and adopted for all coastal
area facilities of the same type.
Policy 5.1.10.3.: The level of service standards adopted elsewhere in this
Comprehensive Plan for facilities in the coastal area and the additional standards
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 5 -39 Coastal Management Element
under this objective shall be applied whenever development orders or permits
are requested.
Policy 5.1.10.4.: Beach renourishment projects shall meet the following level of
service standards:
Beach fill must include a protective berm high enough to prevent flooding by a
ten —year storm event, and
2. Beach renourishment projects shall have a design life of at least five years.
Policy 5.1.10.5.: All proposed developments east of State Road A1A shall
demonstrate that they will not affect a renourished beach in a manner which
would reduce the level of service provided by the renourished beach.
Policy 5.1.10.6.: New developments which would impact existing facilities by
reducing the level of service below adopted levels, and which are to be built prior
to the availability of scheduled facility improvements shall pay for such impacts or
shall provide their own facilities constructed to agency standards.
Amendment 08-1 (Ord 08/10)
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 5 -40 tOOa�ta9T Aaj'ia3ement2EPe?nent
APPENDIX SA
PORTIONS OF RULE 9J- 5.012, FAC,
THAT ARE NOT APPLICABLE TO THE
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
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APPENDIX 5A
PORTIONS OF RULE 9J -5.012 THAT ARE NOT APPLICABLE
TO THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM
9J -5.012 (3)(C)6. A review of existing land uses within the Town
of Gulf Stream did not reveal any areas in need of redevelopment.
Therefore, the requirement to include a policy for the
identification and improvement of areas needing redevelopment in
not applicable to the Town of Gulf Stream.
9J -5.012 (3)(C)14. There are no resource protection plans that
are applicable to resources within the Town of Gulf Stream.
Therefore, the requirement to include a policy for the
coordination with such plans is not applicable to the Town of
Gulf Stream.
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APPENDIX 5B
FLORA AND FAUNA OF THE
SOUTH FLORIDA COASTAL STRAND
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APPENDIX 5B
FLORA AND FAUNA OF THE
SOUTH FLORIDA COASTAL STRAND
Vegetation
The natural vegetation of this community is low growing grasses,
vines, and herbaceous plants with few trees or large shrubs.
These trees and shrubs often occur in stunted form due to the
action of the wind. The natural forces of wind, salt, and
blowing sand make plant establishment difficult on the foredunes.
Plants which do establish here are well adapted to disturbance
and are pioneer species. The backdunes will often have
vegetation similar to the sand pine scrub or the wetland hardwood
hammock ecological communities. Plants which characterize this
community are:
TREES - Australian pine, Casuarine eguisetifolia; Cabbage
palm, Sabal palmetto; Coconut palm, Cocos nucifera;
Sand live oak, Ouercus virginiana var. maritima
SHRUBS -Bay cedar, Suriana maritima; Coco plum, ChrvsoYialanus
icaco; Inkberry, Scaevola plumieri; Marshelder, Iva
imbricata; Sawpalmetto, Serenoa repens; Silverleaf
croton, Croton punctatus; Spanish bayonet, Yucca
aloifolia; Sea grape, Coccoloba uvifera
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HERBACEOUS PLANTS AND VINES- Bay bean, Canabalia maritima; Beach
morning - glory, ipomoea pes- caprae; Cucumberleaf
sunflower, Helianthus debilis; Sea purslane, Sesuvium
portulacastrum; Greenbriars, Smilax spp.; Wild grape,
Vitis spp.
Animals
A variety of shorebirds, terns, and gulls can be found on or near
the beach. This community provides good food sources as well as
nesting sites. Small mammals can also be found on the coastal
dunes. Larger mammals also occurred behind the foredunes. Some
species that occur are:
MAMMALS - Bobcat, fox, rabbits, skunks, raccoon, mice
BIRDS - American kestrel, pelicans, gulls, terns, shorebirds,
song birds
REPTILES - Alligator, frogs, lizards
This area also serves as nesting grounds for sea turtles
Crustaceans such as crab are numerous near the shorelines.
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APPENDIX SC
FLORA AND FAUNA OF THE
MANGROVE SWAMP
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APPENDIX SC
FLORA AND FAUNA OF THE
MANGROVE SWAMP
vegetation
The most frequent species found in this community are three
mangroves: red, black, and white. However, depending on
elevation and resulting tidal influx, considerable variation
occurs in the composition of these species as well as associated
species. Plants which characterize this community are:
TREES - Black mangrove, Avicennia germinans; Button mangrove,
Conocarpus erectus; Red mangrove, Rhizophora mangle;
White mangrove, Laguncularia racemosa
HERBACEOUS PLANTS - Leather fern, Acrostichum aureum; Sea ozeye,
Borrichia arborescens• See purslane, Sesuvium
portulacastrum
Animals
The mangrove swamps support a variety of wildlife. Animals
inhabitating mangrove communities include:
MAMMALS - Everglades mink, raccoon
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BIRDS - Boat - tailed grackle, blue heron, belted kingfisher,
gulls, hawks, greatwhite heron, brown pelican, little
blue heron, vireos, prairie warbler, mangrove cuckoo,
roseate spoonbill, osprey, wood stork, southern bald
eagle, white ibis, little green heron, Louisiana
heron.
REPTILES - American alligator, crocodile, rat snake
Source: 26 Ecological Communities of Florida
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APPENDIX 5D
FLORA AND FAUNA FO THE
SAND PINE SCRUB
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APPENDIX 5D
FLORA AND FAUNA OF THE
SAND PINE SCRUB
Veotation
The natural vegetation of this community may be typically even -
aged sand pine trees with a dense understory of oaks,
sawpalmetto, and other shrubs. Ground cover under the trees and
shrubs is scattered and large areas of light colored sand are
often noticeable. In other cases, the sand pine are scattered or
absent, with oaks being the dominant vegetation. Satellite
soils, which have a higher water table for part of the year,
support a scrubby growth also, but the myrtle oak, Chapman oak,
and sand pine became infrequent and gallberry becomes prominent.
TREES - Bluejack oak, Quercus incana; Chapman oak, Quercus
chapnannii; Myrtle oak, Quercus mvrtifolia; Sand
live oak, Ouercus virainiana. var. aeminata; Sand
pine, Pinus clausa
SHRUBS - Dwarf huckelberry, Gavlussacia dumosa; Gopher apple,
Chrvsobalanus oblonaifolius; Prickly pear, Oountia
spp.; Sawplametto, Serenoa reoens
HERBACEOUS PLANTS AND VINES - Grassleaf goldenaster, Heterotheca
4raminifolia; Deermoss, Cladonia spp., Cat
greenbriar, Smilax olauca
GRASSES AND GRASSLIKE PLANTS - Yellow indiangrass, Sorcrhastrum
nutans. Low panicum, Pancium spp.
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Animals
Animals found in this community are adapted to high temperatures
and droughty conditions. The wildlife food production is low.
Dense vegetation provides good escape cover for animals such as
the white - tailed deer. The palmetto and various species of oaks
provide good food when they are fruiting. Gopher apple is also a
good wildlife food plant.
Typical animals of the sand scrub are:
MAMMALS - Deer
BIRDS - Towhee, great crested flycatcher, scrub jay,
Bachman's sparrow
REPTILES - Black racer, gopher tortoise, scrub lizard, sand
skink
AMPHIBIANS - Gopher frog
Source: 26 Ecological Communities of Florida
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APPENDIX 5E
FLORA AND FAUNA OF THE
TROPICAL HAMMOCK
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APPENDIX 5E
FLORA AND FAUNA OF THE
TROPICAL HAMMOCK
Vegetation
Tropical hammocks typically have a very high plant diversity.
Most of the vegetation is probably of West Indies origin. The
following species are characteristic:
TREES - Bahama lysiloma (Tamarind), Lysiloma latisilicua;
Jamaica dogwood, Piscidia piscipula; Mastic,
Sideroxvlon foetidissimum; Poisontree, Matopium
toxiferum; Strangler fig, Ficus aurea; Laurel oak,
ouercus virginiana; Cabbage palm, Sabal palmetto;
Water oak, ouercus niger
SHRUBS - Marlberry, Ardisia escalloniodes: Snowberry,
Chiococca alba; Wild coffee, Psvchotria nervosa
HERBACEOUS PLANTS - Golden serpent fern, Phlebodium aureum;
Resurrection fern, Polvpodium polvpodioides;
Stiff - leaved wild pine, Tillandsia fasciculata
GRASSES - Low paniucm, Panicum spp.; Sour paspalum, Paspalum
coniugatum
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Animals
Tropical hammocks serve as habitat for a variety of wildlife
species, many of which are not found elsewhere. Some species
that occur are:
MAMMALS - Everglades mink, Mustela vison; Gray squirrel, Sciurus
carolinensis; Key deer, Odocoileus virainanus; Key
Largo cotton mouse, Peromvscus aossypinus; Key Largo
woodrat, Neotoma floridana; Marsh rabbit, Svlvilaaus
palustris
Source: 26 Ecological Communities of Florida.
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APPENDIX 5F
FISHES OF THE INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY
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APPENDIX 5F
FISHES GENERALLY ASSOCIATED WITH
MARINE GRASSBED AREAS
Fishes
bullshark
tarpon
striped anchovy
rainwater killifish
longnose killifish
sailfin molly
crevalle jack
gray snapper
spotfin mojarra
silver perch
spot
red drum
pinfish
white mullet
lined sale
Invertabrates
Northern quahog
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ladyfish
scaled sardine
sea catfish
gulf killifish
sheepshead minnow
gulf pipefish
snook
pigfish
silver jenny
spotted seatrout
southern kingfish
sheepshead
striped mullet
tidewater silberside
Southern quahog
FISHES COMMONLY ASSOCIATED WITH
THE MANGROVE COMMUNITY
Fishes
tarpon
rainwater killfish
mosquitofish
tapron snook
Invertebrates
mangrove tree crab
blue crab
shrimp
bay anchovy
sheepshead minnow
sailfin molly
gray snapper
fiddler crab
oysters
snails
Source: Indian River Lagoon Aquatic Preserve Management Plan.
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TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
CONSERVATION ELEMENT
Prepared for:
The Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
Prepared by:
Resource Engineering and Planning, Inc.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
(Amendment 08 -1 prepared by Urban Design Kilday Studios)
Original Adoption July 1989
Amendment 08 -1 adopted July 10, 2009 (Ord. 08/10)
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CONSERVATION ELEMENT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section page
List of Tables
List of Figures
I.
INTRODUCTION
6 -1
Purpose
6 -1
Environmental Setting
6 -2
II.
NATURAL AND PHYSIOGRAPHIC RESOURCES INVENTORY
6 -2
Surface Water Features and Quality
6 -2
Flood Plans
6 -2
Terrestrial and Aquatic Flora and Fauna
6 -4
Air Quality
6 -4
Soil Erosion
6 -5
Commercially Valuable Minerals
6 -5
Commercial Use of Natural Resources
6 -5
Conservation and Recreation Use of
6 -6
Natural Resources
III.
POTABLE WATER
6 -6
IV.
GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
6 -7
APPENDIX 6A
6 -10
Conservation Element
CONSERVATION ELEMENT
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure
Page
6 -1 Significant Features of the 6 -3
Town of Gulf Stream
Conservation Element
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
CONSERVATION ELEMENT
I. INTRODUCTION
Purpose
The Conservation Element is intended to provide a guide for the
conservation, use and protection of the natural resources located
in the Town of Gulf Stream. The element provides a framework for
the protection and enhancement of the public health, safety and
welfare and the quality of the environment.
In this element, the Town's natural resources are identified and
their importance to the town and the region is addressed. The
element then establishes a plan and policy direction concerning
the conservation of natural resources and provides a basis for
decision - making by town officials. As growth and redevelopment
take the place in the town, the need for the protection and
management of the town's natural resources will increase.
Much of the data and analysis required by Rule 9J -5.013 Florida
Administrative Code (FAC), has both included in the Coastal
Management and other Elements of this element will provide the
approximate cross - reference. However, this element does contain
all goals, objectives and policies required by Rule 9J- 5.013,
FAC. .Therefore, between the other elements of this Comprehensive
Plan and this element, the data, analysis, goals, objectives, and
policies requirements of Rule 9J- 5.013, FAC, have all been meet
or exceeded.
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Environmental Setting
The Town of Gulf Stream is a 514 -acre, predominately residential
community located on the Atlantic Ocean and the Intercoastal
Waterway (ICWW) in the southern portion of Palm Beach County.
Significant features of the town include the ocean, ICWW and
accessory canals, and State Road A -1 -A (See Figure 6 -1). Most of
the town is developed with large -lot, single family homes.
Approximately 30 vacant lots exist all of which are designated as
Single Family on the Future Land Use Map. The general town area
has been settled for over one hundred years although the town did
not incorporated until 1925.
II. NATURAL AND PHYSIOGRAPHIC RESOURCES INVENTORY
Surface Water Features and Quality
The primary water bodies within the town are the Atlantic Ocear.
and the ICww. The flora and fauna of these water bodies is
presented in the Coastal Management Element of this Comprehensive
Plan. The Coastal Management Element also provides a discussion
on the water quality of the ICWW.
Floodplans
The drainage and Natural Groundwater Aquifier Recharge Sub -
Element of this comprehensive Plan provides a discussion on
flooding that has occurred within the town and a map of
floodprone areas (Figure 4C -2).
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Terrestrial and Aquatic Flora and Fauna
The Coastal Management Element of this Comprehensive Plan
provides a summary and analysis of the remaining native
ecological communities within the town (See Figure 5 -2). Also
covered in the element are the flora and fauna of the Atlantic
Ocean and ICWW.
Air Quality
The Town of Gulf Stream is located in the tri- county airshed
composed of Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties. Air
monitoring in Palm Beach County is conducted by the Air Pollution
Section of the Division of Environmental Sciences and Engineering
(DESE) of the Palm Beach County Health Unit. Air quality within
Palm Beach County is generally good, although the airshed is
classified as a non - attainment area for ozone because of
exceedences of the ozone standard in Dade County.
The most common source of air degradation in the town is imported
contaminants. Various meteorological conditions may temporarily
increase the level of suspended particulated in the town.
However, the "Annual Report - 1986" published by the Palm Beach
County Health Unit DESE has not recorded an accedence of the
Total Suspended Particulate Geometric Mean of 60 ug /M3, which is
the USEPA compliance standard.
Appendix 6A provides several tables concerning air quality in
Palm Beach County. Table 6A -1 lists a summary of mobile
pollution sources in Palm Beach County and the amount of
particulated and pollutant gases generated by each source. Table
6A -2 then provides a summary list of point sources in Palm Beach
County and the pollutants generated by each. Federal primary and
secondary ambient air quality standards, as well as state air
quality standards, are listed in Table 6A -3 with measured levels
GSCON - 1014.03- 7/7/89 6 -4
from five (5) sites within Palm Beach County. Table 6A -4 then
provides a listing of the measured suspended particulate matter
from ten (10) sites in Palm Beach County and list the percentage
above or below the Total Suspended Particulate Geometric Mean.
Following Table 6A -4 is Table 6A -5 which list the locations of
the current air quality monitoring sites in the county. The main
departure from the data repeated above would be an increase in
suspended particulates due to varying amounts of salt /salt water
in the air. There are no permitted point sources of air
pollution in the town.
Soil Erosion
The high percentage of-landscaped areas, lack of agriculture, and
use of bulkheads have prevented soil erosion problem from
occurring within the Town of Gulf Stream. However, as discussed
in the - Coastal Management Element, the town does experience beach
and dune erosion.
Commercially Valuable Minerals
Sand for fill is the only known source of commercially valuable
materials in the Town of Gulf Stream. No mining has . ever
occurred in the town and current zoning regulations prohibit
mining. In addition, high land values make zoning financially
unfeasible.
Commercial Use of Natural Resources
There is no commercial land use of any type within the Town of
Gulf Stream.
GSCON- 1014.03- 7/7/89 6 -5
Conservation and Recreation uses of Natural Resources
Recreation use of natural resources are limited to the public and
private beach accesses along the Atlantic ocean, private boat
dockage along the dead -end canals connected to the ICWW, and
private golf courses. These uses, and their impacts, are
discussed in more detail in the Coastal Management and Recreation
Elements of this Comprehensive Plan. The only designated
conservation land use within the town is a parcel located south
of Hidden Harbor Road (see Figure 1 -5). The resources on this
property and its use restrictions are described in the Coastal
Management policies for this areas are then presented
accordingly.
III. POTABLE WATER USE
The Potable Water Sub - Element of this Comprehensive Plan provides
a detailed analysis of the town's current and projected water
usage. As discussed in this sub - element the town's usage is
very high primarily due to the extensive use of potable water for
landscape irrigation. While only a few alternatives are
available to decrease use by existing development, steps can be
taken to reduce the irrigation needs of future development. The
sub - element provides an objective and several policies for future
water conservation.
GSCON- 1014.03- 7/7/89 6 -6
Conservation Element
IV. GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND POLICIES
GOAL6.1: THE NATURAL RESOURCES OF THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM
SHALL BE PRESERVED OR MANAGED IN A MANNER WHICH MAXIMIZES THEIR
FUNCTIONS AND VALUES.
Obiective 6.1.1.: Air quality in the Town shall not violate standards set by the
Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP).
Policv 6.1.1.1.: The Town shall periodically compare existing air quality with FDEP
standards. If the FDEP standards are exceeded, Town shall utilize fuel- saving
techniques such as promoting car pooling, public transit, bicycling, and walking as
means to improving air quality.
Objective 6.1.2.: Surface and sub — surface water resources in the Town shall be
managed in a manner which ensures their viability as natural habitats and their
utility for recreational and potable water uses.
Policy 6.1.2.1.: In accordance with Section 163.3202, F.S., the Town shall review and
revise, where necessary, the drainage regulations to ensure best management
practices are required.
Policy 6.1.2.2.: In accordance with Section 163.3202, F.S., the Town shall review, and
revise where necessary, land development regulations to ensure that all new
development and redevelopment is consistent with the Palm Beach County Wetlands
Protection Ordinance.
Policy 6.1.2.3.: The Town shall cooperate with Palm Beach County, the Florida DER,
DNR, SFWMD, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineering to ensure compliance with
dredge and fill permitting processes.
Obiective 6.1.3.: In accordance with Section 163.3202, F.S., the Town shall
review, and revise where necessary, land development regulations for the
identification, management, and protection of the natural functions of existing
soils, all ecological communities and wildlife, especially endangered and rare
species.
Policv 6.1.3.1.: All nuisance and invasive exotic vegetation shall be removed at the
time of development or redevelopment of a site.
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 6 -7 Conservation Element
Policy 6.1.3.2.: All endangered and threatened plant and animal populations shall be
protected and all habitat of significant value to existing populations of endangered and
threatened species shall be preserved and protected.
Policv 6.1.3.3.: The Town shall periodically review boat speeds in the ICWW with U.S.
Coast Guard and Florida Marine Patrol to ensure manatees are adequately protected.
Policv 6.1.3.4.: The Town shall require that all new development east of State Road
A -1 —A to receive site plan review approval and that the native vegetation in the area not
be disturbed beyond the minimum necessary to accommodate the proposed
development in order to preserve the potential wildlife habitat.
Policv 6.1.3.5.: The Town shall require that development of the FIND property to
receive site plan review approval and that the native vegetation on the property not be
disturbed beyond the minimum necessary to accommodate the proposed development
in order to preserve the area for potential wildlife habitat.
Policy 6.1.3.6.: Mining within the Town shall be prohibited.
Policy 6.1.3.7.: All development east of State Road A -1 —A shall limit regrading of
natural slopes to the minimum necessary to accommodate the proposed development.
Objective 6.1.4.: In accordance with Section 163.3202, F.S., the Town shall
review, and revise when necessary, land development regulations which provide
for the maintenance or improvement of water quality in the Intracoastal Waterway
(ICWW) and Atlantic Ocean.
Policy 6.1.4.1.: The Town shall maintain its current drainage standards for new
development and redevelopment for the on —site retention for a 24 -hour, 3 -year storm
event.
Policv 6.1.4.2.: The Town shall maintain or strengthen existing ordinances which
prohibit the location of retention areas above septic drainfields.
Policy 6.1.4.3.: Construction in coastal areas will be consistent with the Palm Beach
County Coastal Construction and Excavation Setback Ordinance.
Policv 6.1.4.4.: No structures which constrict water circulation in the ICWW shall be
permitted.
Policv 6.1.4.5.: In order to reduce non —point source pollutant loadings and improve the
functioning of the Town's drainage system, dumping of debris of any kind, including
yard clippings and trimmings, into drainage ditches, stormwater control structures, and
the ICWW shall be prohibited.
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida , 2009
-g Conservation Element
P o l i c v 6 . 1 . 4 . 6 . : I n o r d e r t o r e d u c e t h e i m p a c t o f e f f l u e n t f r o m s e w a g e t r e a t m e n t p l a n t s
o n t h e A t l a n t i c O c e a n o r I C V V V V , s e w a g e t r e a t m e n t f a c i l i t i e s a n d s e p t i c t a n k s w i t h a
h i s t o r y o f t r e a t m e n t s t a n d a r d s v i o l a t i o n s o r f a i l u r e s s h a l l h a v e h i g h e s t p r i o r i t y i n
c o n n e c t i n g t o n e w i m p r o v e d f a c i l i t i e s .
O b j e c t i v e 6 . 1 . 5 : T h e T o w n s h a l l i n v e s t i g a t e a n d i m p l e m e n t s t r a t e g i e s f o r t h e
r e d u c t i o n o f t h e u s e o f p o t a b l e w a t e r f o r i r r i g a t i o n w i t h i n t h e T o w n .
P o l i c y 6 . 1 . 5 . 1 . : I n a c c o r d a n c e w i t h S e c t i o n 1 6 3 . 3 2 0 2 , F . S . , t h e T o w n s h a l l m a i n t a i n
l a n d d e v e l o p m e n t r e g u l a t i o n s t o i n c l u d e p r e f e r e n c e s f o r t h e u s e o f x e r i c l a n d s c a p i n g .
P o l i c y 6 . 1 . 5 . 2 . : I n a c c o r d a n c e w i t h S e c t i o n 1 6 3 . 3 2 0 2 , F . S . , t h e T o w n s h a l l , t h r o u g h t h e
b u i l d i n g a n d d e v e l o p m e n t r e v i e w p r o c e s s , e n c o u r a g e e f f i c i e n t L a n d s c a p e i r r i g a t i o n a n d
w a t e r r e d u c i n g t e c h n i q u e s .
P o l i c y 6 . 1 . 5 . 3 . : T h e T o w n s h a l l p r o m o t e m e t h o d s f o r t h e r e d u c t i o n o f p o t a b l e w a t e r
u s e f o r i r r i g a t i o n b y e x i s t i n g d e v e l o p m e n t . S u c h m e t h o d s s h a l l i n c l u d e , b u t n o t l i m i t e d t o
w a s t e w a t e r e f f l u e n t r e u s e f r o m l o c a l p a c k a g e t r e a t m e n t p l a n t s , r a i n w a t e r c o l l e c t i o n a n d
r e u s e , a n d d r i p i r r i g a t i o n .
T o w n o f G u l f S t r e a m , F l o r i d a 6 - 9
A m e n d m e n t 0 8 - 1 ( O r d 0 8 / 1 0 )
A d o p t e d J u l y 1 0 , 2 0 0 9
C o n s e r v a t i o n E l e m e n t
APPENDIX 6A
GSCON- 1014.03 - 7/7/89 6 -10
TABLE 6A -3
Ambient Air Quality Standards
FEDERAL
FEDERAL
POLLDTANT FRDiARY
SECONDARY
STATE
IMEASUZED LEVELS
PAlli BEACH COW(TY
Suspended Particulates
PFN
Annual Geo. F'ean 75 ug /ml
60 ug /m3
60 nim3
see table 110
tiaxinum Z4 hr_ Conc (Z) 260 ug /m3
150 ug /m3
150 ug /m3
Site Site Site Site
Site
1 16 21 ZZ
25
Sulfur oxides
Annual Arith. Haan 80 ug /o3
60 ug /m3
.001
(0.03 pp?)
(0.02 ppm)
Vhxiaum 24' hr_ Canc_ 365 ug /o3
-
260 ug/m3
_OLD
• (0_14 ppm)
(0 -1 ppm)
Fiaximun 3 hr. Conc_(21.
1,300 ug /o3
1,300 ug /m3
- ZZ
'
(0_S ppm)
(o_S ppm)
Carbon Fhnoxide
Yaxinum 8 hr. Conc_(2) 10 mg /m3
Same as
Same as
4.9
' (9 ppm)
Federal
Federal
Primary
Primary
Maximum 1 hr. Conc_ 40 mg /c3
7.6
7.Z
(35 ppm)
Ozone
Daily laximm 1 hr_ Conc_(1) 235 ug /ml
Same as
Same as
.102 .096
(0.12 ppm)
Federal
Federal
Primary
Primary
Nitrogen oxides
Annual Arith_ F'ean • 100 ug /m3
Same as
Same as
_018
.011
(0.05 ppm)
Federal
Federal
Primary
Primary
..
1. The standard is attained when the expected number of days per calendar year with maxtna hourly average concentrations
above 0_12 ppm is equal to or less than I-
2- Concentration limits not to be exceeded more than once per year_
Source: PBCHO, OESE, 1986
TABLE 6A -4
Suspended Particulate Matter
CEO TttC NEAN r /.3
6<e.
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Current Air Quality Monitoring Site Locations
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CAPABILITY
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2955030H
901 Evernia Street 0
0593232E S
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1969 -86
3 H
Harth Palm Beach Z
Z965817H _ S
Susp_ Part_
Water Treatment Plant 0
0592780E 1
1979 -86
603 Anchorage Drive
North Palm Beach, Florida
4 L
Lake Worth Z
Z943537H S
Susp. Part_
Water Treatment Plant 0
059Z793E 1
1979 -86
301 -303 College Street
Lake Worth; Florida
5 D
Delray Beach 2
29Z7486H S
Susp_ Part.
Water Treatment Plant 0
059Z195E- 1
1979 -86
202 H_V. 1st Avenue
Delray Beach. Florida .
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6 B
Baca Raton Fire Station 11 2
29157689 S
Susp. Part.
1151 H_ Federal Highway'" 0
05913137E 1
1979 -86
Baca Raton. Florida
10 S
Southwest Fire Department Z
Z949018H S
Susp. Part_
1180 S. Military Trail 0
0588207E 1
1972 -86
West Palm Beach. Florida
12 C
Ca l I e g a of Baca Ratan 2
2918354N S
Susp. Part
S. Hii itary Trail 0
05873ZUE
Boca Raton, Florida
16 S
South Florida Water Management 2
295140211 0
03 1980 -86
Pump S.tati an 0
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Susp_ Part.
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1976 -86
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Source:. PSCHD, DESE, 1986
TABLE 6A -$ (CONTINUED)
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0532300E
1979 -86
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1979 -a6
Royal Palm Beach, Florida
Z2
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Sa 1980 -86
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Riviera Beach, Florida
Z4
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Z95180H
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1985 -1986
Belle Glade, Florida
ZS
Palm Beach Internati anal
Z9523610H
HO
3700 Belvedere Road
0589524E
COZ7 -ZS -86
Vest Palm Beach, FL '
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TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
RECREATION AND
OPEN SPACE ELEMENT
Prepared for:
The Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
Prepared by:
Resource Engineering and Planning, Inc.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
(Amendment 08 -1 prepared by Urban Design Kilday Studios)
OOriginal Adoption July 1989
Amendment 08 -1 adopted July 10, 2009 (Ord. 08/10)
OGSRECTOC- 1019.03- 7/7/89
RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section
I. INTRODUCTION
Page
7 -1
II. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS 7 -1
Data and Analysis Update 7 -3
III. GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
11
ORecreation and Open Space Element
7 -4
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT
I. INTRODUCTION
The Recreation and Open Space Element was prepared pursuant to
9J -5.014 Florida Administrative Code. It provides a brief
discussion on the existing and proposed recreation and facilities
within the Town of Gulf Stream followed by goals, objectives, and
policies.
II. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS
The Town of Gulf Stream has approximately 178 acres of recreation
and open space area consisting of the Gulf Stream Golf Club, The
Little Club, and the Gulf Stream Bath and Tennis Club. These
clubs are all private and include a combination of golfing,
tennis, and swimming facilities. The facilities are oriented
towards the residents of Gulf Stream and the immediately
surrounding area.
Multi - family structures and many of the single family
residences within the town have private swimming pools, and
tennis courts, which meet the needs of the residents. The
limited amount of demand for beach access is met through a
combination of public and private access. Private access is
provided by the residential areas along the coast and the private
recreation facilities associated with the Gulf Stream Bath and
Tennis Club at the extreme southern end of the town. Most MF
structures have beach access. Public beach access is available
at the eastern end of Sea Road with public parking available at
the Town Hall, and at the county's Gulfstream Park located
immediately north of town and beach of Delray located a quarter -
mile south of the town. Also most multi - family structures have
beach access.
1014.03- GSREC- 7/7/89 7 -1
The demand for recreational amenities by the residents of Gulf
Stream is minimal and met by private and individual facilities.
The population is older and less mobile than residents of the
county and state. Future demand is limited primarily to golfing,
swimming, and tennis facilities with some limited beach access.
Public beach access is provided just north of the town's boundary
by the county -owned Gulfstream Beach Park and at the eastern end
of Sea Road. Public parking for Sea Road access is available at
the Town Hall, located immediately west of S.R. A -1 -A. The
existing facilities meet the demands of existing residents. The
projected population for the town is small and reflective of the
existing population. This translates into a slight increase in
recreation demand which can be met by the current facilities. No
new recreational uses are planned by the town.
The town is expected to reach buildout by 1995 at 559 permanent
residents. This calculates to be approximately .32 acres of
developed recreation facilities per capita of total public and
private recreation area. As stated earlier, the existing
recreation services and facilities are appropriate for current
and projected residents. In fact, it is quite feasible that the
demand for recreation facilities will decrease due to individuals
providing their own on -site recreational amenities. Therefore,
the adopted level of service standard for both public and
private recreation facilities combined within the town is .25
acres of developed recreation facilities per capita.
1014.03 -GSREC =7/7/89 7 -2
Recreation and Open Space Element
Data and Analysis Update
The Town of Gulf Stream has approximately 178 acres of recreation and open
space area consisting of the Gulf Stream Golf Club, The Little Club, and the Gulf
Stream Bath and Tennis Club. These clubs are all private and include a
combination of golf, tennis and swimming facilities. Public beach access is
available at the eastern end of Sea Road with public parking available at the
Town Hall and at the County's Gulfstream Park located immediately north of the
Town. Additionally, the City of Delray Beach has extensive public access
beaches just south of Town.
An 8.41 acre site located on the west side of the Intracoastal Waterway, north of
Place Au Soleil is owned by the Gulf Stream Golf Club and is zoned for Outdoor
Recreation. This would add to the Town's available recreation facilities were it to
be improved under its current zoning.
The existing facilities meet the demands of current residents. Since the vacant
developable land is minimal, the available parks and recreation facilities are more
than adequate for existing and future populations, as indicated in the table below.
There are no capital improvement projects that would incur the expenditure of
Town funds projected for either the 5 or 10 year planning periods.
Level of Service Analvsis
LOS1Year
2009
2014
2019
2024
2029
Population
754
772
788
801
810
Parks and Recreation, 0.2
150.8 ac
154.4 ac
157.6 ac
16.02 ac
162 ac
acres per resident
178 acres of public and
private recreational
facilities available
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 7 -3 Recreation and Open Space Element
Recreation and Open Space Element
III. GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND POLICIES
GOAL 7.1: EXISTING RECREATIONAL FACILITIES WITHIN THE TOWN OF
GULF STREAM SHALL MEET THE DEMANDS OF CURRENT AND
PROJECTED RESIDENTS IN AN EFFICIENT MANNER.
Objective 7.1.1.: The public's access to identified recreation sites shall
be ensured through coordination of public and private resources.
Policy 7.1.1.1.: The landscaping and open space requirements of the
present land development codes shall be maintained.
Policy 7.1.1.2.: The Gulf Stream Golf Club, the Little Club and the Gulf
Stream Bath and Tennis Club shall be designated as Recreation by the Future
Land Use Map.
Policy 7.1.1.3.: The current standard of approximately 35.7% of the total
land area of Gulf Stream being designated as Recreation by the Future Land Use
Map or.23 acres combined of public and private developed recreation facilities
per permanent resident shall be maintained as a minimum level of service.
Policy 7.1.1.4.: The Town recognizes and supports the efforts made by the
providers of existing recreation amenities.
Policy 7.1.1.5.: The current level of beach access shall be maintained.
Objective 7.1.2.: Active and passive recreation areas shall be provided by
a coordinated effort involving the Town, county, school board, state and
private sector; and the Town shall establish a level of service standard for
all publicly —owned land available for active or passive recreational use to
be used for coordinating the availability of such land with other
governmental agencies and when determining the long range recreational
and open space needs of Town residents.
Policy 7.1.2.1.: The Town shall maintain an inventory of all parks within the
Town and within one mile of the Town. Such inventory shall include the agency
owning the park, the agency responsible for operating and maintaining the park,
the primary use of the park site, and the active and passive recreational facilities
available at the park.
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 7 -4 Recreation and Open Space Element
Policy 7.1.2.2.: The Town shall coordinate with the county, school board,
and state to discuss improvements to the park facilities owned by these
agencies.
Obiective 7.1.3.: New development shall be required to meet the level of
service standard set forth in this element for the provision active and
passive recreation areas.
Policy 7.1.3.1.: Land development regulations shall be maintained which
define recreation, parks and open space and which require new subdivisions and
large developments to provide appropriate public recreation, parks, and open
space facilities, consistent with the level of service standard given in Policy
7.1.1.3. The required parks and recreation facilities shall be in place or under
construction no later than one year after the issuance of first certificate of
occupancy for the subject development.
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08 /10)
Adopted Julny d ]O0 , 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 7 -5 a reation a pen Space Element
K
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TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION ELEMENT
Prepared for:
The Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
Prepared by:
Resource Engineering and Planning, Inc.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
(Amendment 08 -1 prepared by Urban Design Kilday Studios)
Original Adoption July 1989
Amendment 08 -1 adopted July 10, 2009 (Ord. 08/10)
Intergovernmental Coordination Element
Amendment 99 -1 (Ord. 99/6)
Adopted February 11, 2000
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord. 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
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INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION ELEMENT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section
I. INTRODUCTION
II. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS
Data Collection
Data Analysis
Comprehensive Regional Policy Plan
III. GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
LIST OF TABLES
Page
8 -1
1
-I
Table page
8 -1 Intergovernmental Coordination Matrix 8 -2
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure page
8 -1 Analysis Worksheet 8 -5
Intergovernmental Coordination Element Amendment 99 -1 (Ord. 99/6)
Adopted February 11, 2000
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION ELEMENT
I. INTRODUCTION
The purpose of the Intergovernmental Coordination Element, as
identified by Chapter 163, F.S. and Chapter 9J- 5.015, FAC, is to
"identify and resolve incompatible goals, objectives, and
policies, and development proposed in comprehensive plans and to
determine and respond to the needs for coordination processes
and procedures with adjacent local, regional, and state
agencies."
The Town of Gulf Stream strongly believes that a well - developed
communication network among all applicable public and quasi -
public entities will enhance the long -range growth and prosperity
of the town.
II. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS
The Town of Gulf Stream is governed by an elected board of 5
commissioners and an appointed town manager. The town is
bordered by the City of Delray Beach, the City of Boynton Beach,
and a portion of unincorporated Palm Beach County. To ensure
optimal cooperation it is essential for the town to coordinate
with these municipalities as well as other public and quasi -
public agencies.
Data Collection
There are numerous independent governmental agencies which affect
the quality of life in the Town of Gulf Stream. Following is a
list of the most influential of these agencies. Together with
Table 8 -1, it provides a listing of all the public and quasi-
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TABLE 8.1
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION MATRIX
SOURCE: REP /Inc., 1988.
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public entities with which the town needs to coordinate. Table
8 -1 also relates plan elements with affected or involved
agencies.
South Florida Water Management District: The South Florida Water
Management District ( SFWMD) was created by the 1976 Legislature.
Prior to being redesignated as the SFWMD in 1976, the District
operated as the Central and Southern Flood Control District by
authorization of the 1949 Legislature.
The SFWMD issues permits and has control of all water users in
in the Town of Gulf Stream who use over 100,000 gallons of water
per day; and no such permits are issued within the town.
Gulf Stream Police Department: In 1925, the Town of Gulf Stream
established its own police department to ensure the best
protection possible for its citizens. Since that time the force
has expanded to 11 full -time officers.
The School Board of Palm Beach County: The School Board of Palm
Beach County is an autonomous board established under Chapter
230, Florida Statutes. The county -wide system is controlled by a
school board consisting of five (5) members elected at large and
an appointed superintendent. The school board has the power to
levy taxes, own land, and shall constitute a corporate body under
the laws of Florida.
The school board administration must work together with the
municipalities to review new developments and community growth in
order to insure ample classroom space for an ever growing
population.
Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council: The Treasure Coast
Regional Planning Council (TCRPC) was created in October, 1976,
by interlocal agreement pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida
Statutes. The council's principal goal is to assure that future
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growth within the Indian River, St. Lucie, Martin, and Palm
Beach County region occurs in a manner consistent with state and
regional planning objectives and that a high quality of life will
be achieved for all the regional citizens. Toward accomplishing
this goal, the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council maintains
a forum for identifying, as well as promoting, public
understanding of local and regional issues and problems.
To promote the implementation of plans and programs which address
regional issues and problems, the council acts as a regional
information clearing house and intergovernmental data source,
conducts research for the purpose of developing and maintaining
regional goals, objectives, and policies, and assists in the
implementation of a number of local, state, and federal programs.
Other Governmental Agencies: In addition to the governmental
agencies described above, there are city, county, state, and
federal agencies with which the town coordinates and
cooperates on matters of mutual interest and concern. Table
8 -1 contains listings of the various local, regional, state and
federal agencies interacting with the Town of Gulf Stream.
Analysis
In addition to the matrix provided in Table 8 -1, an analysis of
each coordinating entity that has been identified in Table 8 -1
has been provided in Appendix A. This analysis examines Gulf
Stream's relationship with those entities with which it
coordinates. The analysis also looks at which issues or problems
the two entities most often coordinate on, the method of
coordination, the effectiveness of this coordination, and any
perceived deficiencies in this system of coordination. Figure
8 -1 illustrates a sample analysis worksheet.
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FIGURE 8 -1
ANALYSIS WORKSHEET
Coordinating Agency:
Participating Entities:
Existing Issues or Problems:
Affected Comprehensive Plan Element(s):
Existing Method of Coordination:
Nature of Relationship (i.e. Authority):
Office with Primary Responsibility:
Effectiveness of Coordination Mechanisms:
Deficiencies and Needs:
Additional Coordinating Entities:
Recommendations:
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Comprehensive Regional Policy Plan
The Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council's Comprehensive
Policy Plan addresses the provision of public services and
facilities on topics ranging from "Improving Student Performance"
to "Expanding Agricultural Opportunities ". The plan focuses on
25 goals as they have been identified in the comprehensive plan
for the entire state. The regional plan furthers these goals
with 75 policy clusters. The policy clusters identify specific
issues within the Treasure Coast Region in relationship to the
overall state goal. The Regional Policy Plan:
1. provides background on each issue;
2. lists significant resources applicable to the specific
issue that are available within the region;
3. identifies the agencies and organizations that are
directly involved; and
4. specifies the regional goal, the corresponding
policies and the measures by which the effectiveness
or success of the policy will be compared.
The intergovernmental coordination cluster of the Regional
Comprehensive Policy Plan seeks to eliminate unnecessary
duplication of programs and activities. Sufficient coordination
currently takes place between the Town of Gulf Stream and TCRPC
in the form of the review of the local comprehensive plan in
accordance with Chapter 9J -5 F.S. (The possibility of a
Development of Regional Impact occurring in Gulf Stream is highly
unlikely due to lack of available land; if one were to occur, it
also would require TCRPC review.) A consistency review in
accordance with Chapter 163 FAC will also be conducted.
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Growth and development that is proposed in comprehensive plans of
adjacent communities and in Palm Beach County will be reviewed by
the town in order to evaluate the need for greater planning
coordination. This will be accomplished on three levels: by the
Town, by TCRPC, and also, unique to Palm Beach County, by the
County -wide Planning Council. These reviews will insure that
planning will be conducted not only in the best interest of the
town, but also in the best interest of the county and the region
as well.
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Intergovernmental Coordination Element
III. GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND POLICIES
GOAL 8.1: ESTABLISH EFFECTIVE COORDINATION MEASURES AMONG ALL
PERTINENT PUBLIC AND QUASI— PUBLIC ENTITIES SO TO BEST MAINTAIN
GULF STREAM'S QUALITY OF LIFE AND SUSTAINABLE USE OF RESOURCES.
Objective 8.1.1.: Maintain formal specific methods of coordination with
adjacent municipalities, the county, state and federal agencies who have
permitting authority in Gulf Stream.
Policy 8.1.1.1.: The Town, in conjunction with the Palm Beach Countywide
Intergovernmental Coordination Program, shall be responsible for ensuring an effective
intergovernmental coordination program.
Policy 8.1.1.2.: Interlocal agreements on development policies shall be established,
where feasible.
Policy 8.1.1.3.: Development shall adhere to the guidelines, policies, and provisions of
all applicable interlocal agreements.
Policy 8.1.1.4.: Town commissioners shall be available to participate in coordination
activities with other public, quasi — public and private entities.
Policy 8.1.1.5.: The Town shall invite representatives of other municipalities and the
county to appoint ad hoc representatives to Gulf Stream's various boards or
committees.
Policy 8.1.1.6.: Coordinate with the Intergovernmental Plan Amendment Review
Committee (IPARC) to provide formal written notification to adjacent municipalities and
the county announcing the review of proposed Comprehensive Plan amendments.
Policy 8.1.1.7: The Town shall provide formal written notification to adjacent
municipalities and the county announcing the review of proposed Zoning Map
amendments if the subject site is within one mile or within the annexation area of a
municipality.
Policy 8.1.1.8.: Use the Issues Coordination Forum for mediation purposes when
issues cannot be solved on the local level.
Policy 8.1.1.9.: Designate a formal liaison with state and federal agencies that have
permitting authority in Gulf Stream.
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 8 -8 Intergovernmental Coordination Element
Policy 8.1.1.10.: The Town shall participate in coordinating the management of
estuaries that fall under the jurisdiction of the Town and another local government.
Policy 8.1.1.11.: The Town of Gulf Stream shall pursue interlocal agreements with local
governments that have identified or adopted future land use designations for adjacent
unincorporated areas. These agreements would establish "Joint Planning Areas"
pursuant to Chapter 163.3171, F.S. The Town shall encourage joint planning
agreements that include as many of the following planning considerations as are
applicable. Additional items could be addressed at the concurrence of both parties,
including:
a. Cooperative planning and review of land development activities within areas covered
by the agreement;
b. Specification of service delivery;
c. Funding and cost — sharing issues within Joint Planning Areas; and
d. Enforcement/implementation.
Policy 8.1.1.12.: The Town shall request the County to convene an Intracoastal
Waterway (ICWW) Planning Task Force which shall include representatives from the
state, regional planning council, county, and each municipality located on the ICWW to
discuss those methods to be incorporated into the comprehensive plans and
management plans of each organization for the protection of the ICWW and Atlantic
Ocean flora, fauna, and water quality and to identify those areas most suited for the
development of public access, water — dependent, and water — related uses.
Objective 8.1.2.: The Town shall implement a written procedure to request
coordination with the comprehensive plans of adjacent municipalities, the county
and other units of local government such as the school board, who provide
services but do not have the regulatory authority over the use of land through
IPARC and the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council (TCRPC). The Town
shall review its Comprehensive Plan with plans prepared by these other entities
whose decisions may affect the residents of Gulf Stream.
Policv 8.1.2.1.: The Town shall designate a person or board to determine which
entity's plans need to be reviewed for coordination and to conduct this review.
Policv 8.1.2.2.: The Town shall file a written request with each adjacent municipality,
the county and the selected entities to receive and review copies of all proposed
comprehensive plans or amendments that are adjacent to the Town.
Policy 8.1.2.3.: The Town shall update its Water Supply Plan within 18 months of the
update the South Florida Water Management District's approved update to its Lower
East Coast Regional Water Supply Plan.
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 8 -9 Intergovernmental Coordination Element
Objective 8.1.3.: The Town shall ensure coordination in establishing level of
service standards for public facilities which affect surrounding municipalities and
counties with the appropriate state, regional, or local entity having operational
and /or maintenance responsibility for such facilities.
Policv 8.1.3.1.: The Town shall designate a person or board to coordinate with the
appropriate agencies in establishing level of service standards for public facilities.
Policv 8.1.3.2.: The Town shall coordinate with the Towns of Briny Breeze and Ocean
Ridge and the City of Delray Beach regarding future activities along State Road A1A
(Ocean Boulevard).
Policy 8.1.3.3.: A representative of the Town of Gulf Stream shall meet annually with
the City of Delray Beach to discuss potable water related issues, including the
development of a wastewater reuse or gray —water system and water conservation
efforts.
Objective 8.1.4.: The Town of Gulf Stream shall participate in intergovernmental
coordination process to ensure full consideration is given to the impacts of
proposed Comprehensive Plan amendments and future developments on the
ability of Town and adjacent local governments to implement their
Comprehensive Plans, address area wide land use needs and provide
justification for amendments.
Policy 8.1.4 1.: The Town shall participate in the Palm Beach IPARC process and shall
cooperate with the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council and all other local
governments in a voluntary dispute resolution process for the purpose of facilitating
intergovernmental coordination regarding Comprehensive Plans or amendments. The
IPARC process is established pursuant to the Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Coordinate Review Interlocal Agreement, effective date October 1, 1993, and shall
include results and any written determination from the IPARC process as data analysis
to DCA with proposed and adopted Comprehensive Plan amendments.
Policy 8.1.4.2.: The Town shall utilize the Palm Beach Countywide Intergovernmental
Coordination Process as a regular formal forum in which to deal with issues unique to
Palm Beach County and the municipalities therein. The Multi— Jurisdiction Issues
Coordination Forum shall be utilized as a means of collaborative planning for matters of
interjurisdictional significance including, but not limited to, the sitting of facilities with
countywide significance and locally unwanted land uses.
Amendaent 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 8 -10 Intergovernmental Coordination Element
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ELEMENT
Prepared for:
The Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
Prepared by:
Resource Engineering and Planning, Inc.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
(Amendment 08 -1 prepared by Urban Design Kilday Studios)
Original Adoption July 1989
Amendment 08 -1 adopted July 10, 2009 (Ord. 08/10)
GSCAPTC- 1014.03 - 7/7/89
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ELEMENT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section
page
I. INTRODUCTION
9 -1
II. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT DATA
9 -1
Public Facilities Inventory
9 -1
Recreation and Open Space
9 -3
Transportation
9 -3
Water
9 -3
Sewer
9 -4
Drainage
9 -4
Solid Waste
9 -4
Education and Health
9 -5
Existing Sources of Revenue and Expenditures
9 -5
Existing Revenue Sources
9 -6
Taxes
9 -6
General Obligation Bonds
9 -6
Local Practices for Guiding Public
9 -10
Fiscal Implications of Existing Deficiencies
9 -11
OAnd Future Needs
New or Improved Public Education and
9 -12
And Health Care Systems
Implementation
9 -12
Data and Analysis Update
9 -13
III. GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
9 -15
GCapital Improvement Element
fLIST
OF TABLES
Table
page
9 -1
Five -Year
Fiscal Planning Period
9 -2
9 -2
Projected
Revenues by Source
9 -7
9 -3
Expenditures by Function
9 -B
9 -4
Projected
Financial Ratios
9 -9
C�
Capital
Improvement
Element
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ELEMENT
I. INTRODUCTION
This Capital Improvements Element for the Town of Gulf Stream has
been prepared in accordance with Section 9J- 5.016, Florida
Administrative Code. The purpose of this Element is to evaluate
the need for public facilities as identified in other elements of
the Comprehensive Plan, to estimate the cost of improvements for
which the Town of Gulf Stream has fiscal responsibility, to
analyze the fiscal capability of the town to finance and
construct improvements in a manner necessary to ensure capital
improvements are provided when required based on needs identified
in other plan elements.
II. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS DATA
Public Facilities Inventory
It is anticipated that the Comprehensive Plan for the Town of
Gulf Stream will be adopted in August or September of 1989.
Therefore, the first fiscal year following the adoption of the
plan will be beginning October 1, 1989, through September 30,
1990. The five fiscal years included within this element would
extend through September 30, 1994. Table 9 -1 identifies the five
fiscal years within the period immediately following adoption of
the plan. The table also projects permanent population, total
number of residential units, and occupied residential units for
these five fiscal years.
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TABLE 9 -1
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
FIVE -YEAR FISCAL PLANNING PERIOD
Fiscal Year
Data 89 -90 90 -91 91 -92 92 -93 93 -94
Permanent Population 540
Total Residential Units 512
Occupied Residential Units 245
Source: REP /Inc.
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543
545
549
552
515
518
521
524
247
248
250
251
Recreation and open Space
The Recreation and Open Space Element of this plan states that
the current provision of recreation facilities and services is
adequate for the existing and projected residents of the town.
The adopted level of service standard is .25 acres per capita of
overall developed recreation facilities. This level of service
standard is expected to be maintained through the five fiscal
years identified in this comprehensive plan and therefore, no
improvements are identified as being needed and provided.
Transportation
The Traffic Circulation Element identifies U.S. Highway 1 and A-
1-A as being state - provided facilities within the town. The
remainder of the roadway system within the town is maintained by
the town. No capital improvements to the existing traffic
circulation network are anticipated during the five fiscal years
addressed in this Capital Improvements Element. The extent of
the town's expenditures on the transportation system is strictly
for maintenance of the current network.
Water
Residents of the Town of Gulf Stream are supplied with potable
water through a central system. The water is supplied through
contract with the City of Delray Beach. The Town of Gulf Stream
administers the water, and bills the residents for the water
sales. This is a separate budget item for the town and is
identified in Table 9 -3 as such.
No capital expenditures are anticipated for the central water
system. The maintenance and repairs of the system are completely
covered by revenues generated from the town through sales of
water to the residents.
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Sewer
Sewage treatment within the Town of Gulf Stream is accommodated
through primarily on -site systems. Only the Bath and Tennis
Club, and E1 Cortillo condominiums at the south end of the town
are serviced by central wastewater treatment from the City of
Delray Beach and are billed individually by the City of Delray
Beach. All other sewage treatment within the town is on either
septic tank or approved package plant systems. For a more
detailed description and discussion of soil surveys and capacity
of the systems please refer to the Sanitary Sewer Sub - Element of
this plan.
No capital expenditures are anticipated by the town for sewage
treatment facilities within the five -year planning period
included in this element. Maintenance of individual systems is
paid for by the residents using such systems.
Drainage
Drainage within the Town of Gulf Stream is mainly supplied
through maintenance of existing Swale structures by the town. No
capital expenditures are anticipated during the five -year
planning period by the town. All maintenance of the Swale system
is done by city staff and funded through the general operating
budget of the town, as identified in Table 9 -3 of this element.
Solid Waste
Solid waste collection and disposal is provided to town residents
by two entities. First, the town collects yard trash and
trimmings and delivers it to a compactor located at town hall.
Trash from the compactor is then picked up by a commercial
collection company and is taken to the county landfill.
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Second, household trash is picked up twice weekly from individual
units by a commercial sanitation company. The company then takes
this solid waste to the county landfill. The Town of Gulf Stream
is billed for this individual service by the commercial
sanitation company. Please refer to the Solid Waste Sub - Element
for more detailed discussion.
No capital expenditures by the town are anticipated to address
solid waste issues. The current level of service is adequate and
is expected to continue during the five -year planning period of
this element.
Education and Health
Both public education and public health services and facilities
are provided by agencies of Palm Beach County. There are no
public educational or public health facilities located within the
town's limits. The current level of service provided by the
county are adequate to meet the current and projected needs of
the town's residents.
Existing Sources of Revenue and Expenditures
The Town of Gulf Stream has available to it a number of revenue
sources for operating costs and capital improvements. Most of
these sources are discretionary and may be used by the town for
whatever purpose deemed appropriate while other sources may be
used only for specific programs. Therefore, except for the
designated funds, the town uses a lump sum total for all
discretionary funds for budgeting purposes and does not assign
specific expenditures. The following section lists revenue
sources to currently available to the town and indicates whether
their use is discretionary or dedicated (Revenues table 9 -2,
Expenditures Table 9 -3).
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Existing Revenue Sources
Table 9 -2 provides a list of major revenue sources for the Town
of Gulf Stream. These include ad valorem taxes, license and
permit fees, county and state intergovernmental revenues, charges
for services, fines and forfeitures, and miscellaneous fees.
Taxes
Ad valorem under Florida law, the assessment of all properties in
the collection of county, municipal, and school board property
taxes is consolidated in the offices of the county property
appraiser and county tax collector. The state laws which
regulate tax assessment are also designated to assure a
consistent property evaluation method state -wide.
The tax levy of the town is established by the Town Commission
prior to October 1, of each year and the Palm Beach County
property appraiser incorporates the town's mileage into the total
tax levy which includes Palm Beach County and Palm Beach County
School Board tax requirements. All property is reassessed
according to its fair market value January 1 of each year. the
1987 mileage rate for the town was 4.5412 per $1,000 of assessed
value.
General obligation Bonds
In 1984, the Town of Gulf Stream issued bonds for capital
improvements. The bonds were approved by a majority of votes
cast in four separate bond referenda by qualified electors of
the Town. The bonds were issued for the financing, of four
projects:
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TABLE 9 -2
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
PROJECTED REVENUES BY SOURCE
FY 1986 - 1993
SOURCE: Town of Gulf Stream, REP /Inc., 1989.
FY 86
FY 87
FY 88
FY 89
FY 90
FY 91
FY 92
FY 93
Taxes
5532,828
$582,061
$650,000
$707,500
S760,723
8817,777
$879,110
$945,043
Licenses and Permits
$24,967
$26,101
$27,943
529,915
$32,027
$34,288
$36,708
$39,299
Intergovernmental revenues
542,545
$54,576
$60,003
$66,006
$72,606
$79,866
$87,852
$96,637
�I Charges for Services
556,866
$53,360
$60,170
$63,181
$66,211
$69,456
$72,859
$76,429
Fines and Forfeitures
84,406
$7,999
$5,000
S5,323
$6,553
$6,025
$6,410
86,820
Franchise Fees
$62,720
$63,566
$68,079
$72,912
$78,088
$83,632
$89,569
$95,928
Interest
532,515
$21,298
$23,214
$25,512
$28,037
$30,812
$33,862
$37,214
Water Fund
$247,265
$253,343
$264,490
5276,127
5288,276
$300,960
$314,202
$328,026
Miscellaneous
$1,390
$5,580
$4,200
54,700
$5,500
$6,200
$7,000
I $7,800
Debt Service
$198,626
$196,200
$196,200
$196,334
$196,443
$196,541
$196,639
$196,737
Excess General Fund Revenue
8580,102
5250,898
$232,251
$219,367
$269,404
$317,066
$353,136
$367,058
(previous year)
TOTAL
$1,784,230
$1,514,982 $1,591,550
81,666,877
$1,803,868
$1,942,623
$2,077,347
$2,196,991
SOURCE: Town of Gulf Stream, REP /Inc., 1989.
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TABLE 9 -3
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
EXPENDITURES BY FUNCTION
FY 1986 - 1993
-- - - -_�-
FY 86
FY 87
FY 88
FY 89
FY 90
FY 91
FY 92
FY 93
General Administration
$214,043
8249,863
$272,525
$267,243
5291,294
5317,510
8346,085
$377,232
Police Department
5336,590
$378,837
$401,832
$376,080
$394,884
8414,628
8435,359
$457,126
Fire Protection
$46,962
845,619
$49,592
$53,911
$58,606
$63,710
$69,259
$75,291
Streets
$14,153
$15,165
$15,301
$15,438
515,576
$15,716
$15,857
515,999
Sanitation
$136,667
$152,845
$171,148
$223,698
$253,810
$288,100
$327,004
$371,150
Capital Outlay
$368,665
$19,088
$25,000
Debt Service
Principal retirement
$75,000
580,000
$85,000
$95,000
5100,000
$110,000
$120,000
$130,000
Interest
$133,073
$127,823
$122,780
$117,935
$113,282
$108,812
$104,519
$100,395
Water
8217,543
$217,491
$237,005
$248,173
$259,341
$271,011
$283,206
$295,951
TOTAL
$1,542,696
$1,286,731
$1,380,183
$1,397,478
51,486,793
$1,589,487
$1,701,289
$1,823,144
* NOTE: Decreases due to reduction in number of employees.
SOURCE: Town of Gulf Stream, REP /Inc., 1989.
TABLE 9-4
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
PROJECTED FINANCIAL RATIOS
SOURCE: Town of Gulf Stream, REP /Inc., 1989.
FY 89/90
I FY 90191
I FY 91/92 I
FY 92/93 I
FY 93/94
Projected population
I 540
I
543
I 545 I
549 I
552
Projected taxable values
I
I 181.290 I
196.353
I I
I 199.87 I
I
209.86 I
I
220.35
($000,000)
I I
I I
I
I
Total Millage
I I
I 3.903 I
I
3.996 I
I
4.0915 I
I
4.189
I
4.288
Roll Back Millage
I 3.660 I
I
3.749 I
3.8385 I
3.929 I
4.022
Tax Revenue
I
I $707,574 I
I
I
$760,723 I
I
$817,777 I
I
$879,110 I
I
$945,043
Ratio Net General
I
I .006 I
I
.005 I
I
.004 I
I
.003 I
I
.002
Oblication to Taxable
I I
I
I
I
Value
I I
I
I
I
I
Net General Obligation
I I
I $2273 I
I
$1979 I
I
$1689 I
I
$1377 I
I
$1063
(Debt per Capita)
Annual Debt Service
I I
I .11 I
I
.11 I
I
.10 I
I
.09 I
I
.08
General Obligation to
I I
I
I
I
I
Operating Expenditures
I I
I I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
SOURCE: Town of Gulf Stream, REP /Inc., 1989.
1. Construction and equipping of projects consisting of an
administrative complex and repayment of an existing loan
upon the property where the administrative complex will be
located.
2. Construction, equipping and /or improvement of public works
projects consisting of road improvements, drainage and
paving.
3. Repayment of an existing loan upon the Gulf Stream water
system and construction, equipping and /or improvement of the
Town water system.
4. Maintenance and improvement of the Town's canals at a cost
of $97,000,which represents approximately 30% of the cost of
the project. The remainder of the cost will be paid by
property owners directly abutting the canals to be improved.
The full faith, credit and taxing power of the Town are
irrevocably pledged for the prompt payment of the principal of
and interest on the Bonds. In each year while any of the Bonds
are outstanding there shall be levied and collected a tax,
without limitation as to rate or amount, on all taxable property
within the Town, over and above all other taxes, sufficient to
pay into the Sinking Fund the Bond Service Requirement as the
same shall become due. Such tax shall be assessed, levied and
collected in the same manner as other Town taxes.
Local Practices for Guiding Public Facility Improvement
The annual budget process is conducted within the policy and
management framework established by Gulf Stream's Town
Commissioners. In the early Spring, the Board adopts a basic
budget policy. During the next four months, the budget is being
prepared and reviewed. The town sets forth capital improvements
to be made.
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In July of each year, the Town Manager, as the Board of Town
Commissioners' designated Budget Officer, submits to the Board a
tentative budget for the ensuing fiscal year. The tentative
budget includes proposed expenditures and the means of financing
them. The Board requires such changes to be made as it deems
necessary, provided that the budget remains in balance.
Anytime after July 1, but prior to July 31, the Board certifies
to the county Property Appraiser the village rates to be shown on
the Notices of Property Taxes, which are mailed to each taxpayer
prior to public hearings held for the Board to adopt the
tentative and final budgets. Budgetary preparation, notices,
public hearings, and adoption are subject to Chapters 129 and 200
of the Florida Statutes.
Prior to October 1, the budget is legally enacted through passage
of a resolution. After this, all changes to the final budget
must be approved by the Board in accordance with Section 129.06
of the Florida Statutes. There is a process of review of
appropriateness and expenditures by the budget office and monthly
monitoring to check incoming revenues against the budgeted
revenues.
Budgeting is used by management to monitor and evaluate programs
and functional activities during the year for all funds of the
Board. Budgets for the Governmental Fund Types are adopted on a
basis consistent with generally accepted accounting principals.
Fiscal Implications of Existing Deficiencies and Future Needs
As explained in other elements of this Comprehensive Plan, no
existing deficiencies or needs associated with the projected
population have been identified. The Town has just completed
needed improvements to the drainage, water, canals and the
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administrative complex. With proper maintenance this
improvements will be adequate to serve the needs of the Town's
residents for many years.
New or Improved Public Education and Health Care Systems
No new or improved public education and health care systems and
facilities are anticipated within the Town during the CIE
planning time frame. The facilities which currently serve the
needs of the Town's residents are projected to meet all existing
and projected needs.
Implementation
This section addresses the requirements of 9J -5.016 (4)
requirements for capital improvements implementation. As stated
throughout this plan and in the previous section of this element,
no capital improvements other than maintenance of the existing
infrastructure, is anticipated for the town during the five -year
planning period of this element. Therefore, the requirements of
Section 4 do not pertain to the Town of Gulf Stream.
The level of service standards addressed in this comprehensive
plan are anticipated to be maintained throughout the planning
time -frame using the existing infrastructure and maintenance
program in place by the town. All maintenance programs and other
expenditures identified in the budget of the town are consistent
with the overall goals, objectives and policies of this plan.
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Capital Improvement Element
Data and Analysis Update
As indicated in this document, the Town of Gulf Stream is a small residential
community that is considered to be almost entirely built out. Within the Town,
there are 34.89 acres of vacant land, scattered throughout the Town. The great
majority of the vacant land is held by government agencies and is not
developable under its current zoning. There is only 2.91 acres of developable
land left in the Town, all of which is within lots zoned for use as single family. No
commercial or industrial future land uses exist or are projected within the Town.
Based on the analysis of the existing vacant parcels within the Town combined
with the population and household statistics from the U.S. Census and the
Shimberg Center for Affordable Housing, Rinker School of Building Construction,
College of Design, Construction and Planning at the University of Florida, the
Town of Gulf Stream is essentially built -out and will experience minor fluctuations
in populations.
Because of the lack of vacant land, the constrained nature of the Town's main
roadway, and the current quality state of municipal facilities and services, limited
impact to the Town's levels of service are anticipated during the next 20 years.
As a result, the Town's Capital Improvement Budget for the next five years do not
introduce any new capital improvements, but it does provide for the continued
maintenance of the town's facilities.
Below is an analysis of the impact of the Town's projected populated on the
adopted levels of service.
Level of Service Analysis
LOS1Year
2009
2014
2019
2024
2029
Population
754
772
788
801
810
Potable Water, 979 gallons
738,166
755,788
771,452
784,179
792,990
per capita per day
gal /day
gal /day
gal /day
gal /day
gal /day
Sanitary Sewer, 160 gpcpd*
120,640
123,520
126,080
128,160
129,600
gal /day
gal /day
gal /day
gal /day
gal /day
Parks and Recreation, 0.2
150.8 ac
154.4 ac
157.6 ac
16.02 ac
162 ac
acres per resident
178 acres of public and
private recreational
facilities available
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08 /10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 9 -13 Capital Improvement Element
Solid Waste,
7.13 Ibs /per capita per day
for domestic waste;
17 Ibs /pcpd for yard waste
5,376
Ibs /day
12,818
Ibs /day
5,504
Ibs /day
13,124
Ibs /day
5,618
Ibs /day
13,396
Ibs /day
5,711
Ibs /day
13,617
Ibs /day
5,775
Ibs /day
13,770
Ibs /day
Drainage, 24 hour, 3 year
Requirement placed on all development and
event
redevelopment within the Town.
Traffic,
State Road A -1 -A (Ocean Boulevard),which bisects
Urban Collector - LOS "D ";
the eastern portion of Town in a north -south direction,
Minor Arterial LOS "D"
is a constrained roadway, limited by existing
conditions to a maximum of two lanes. This
constrained roadway and also identified as a shared
facility, and marked with appropriate signage, for
vehicular and bicycle use.
The other arterial roadway within the municipal limits
is U.S. Highway One (Federal Highway).These State
roadways which run through Town are generally
operating below the adopted level of service standard
of "D,"
Sanitary Sewer service in the Town is provided through private septic systems,
package plants and septic tanks. The LOS analysis applies to all systems.
A��An�endment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 9 -14 GapffiaNrnpY0`4m1 htMAent
Capital Improvements Element
III. GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND POLICIES
GOAL 9.1: THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM SHALL IMPLEMENT SOUND
FISCAL POLICIES IN IDENTIFYING AND PROVIDING PUBLIC FACILITIES
TO ADDRESS THE NEEDS OF ITS RESIDENTS. FISCAL POLICIES MUST
PROTECT INVESTMENTS IN EXISTING FACILITIES, MAXIMIZE THE USE OF
EXISTING FACILITIES AND PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE, EFFICIENT
DEVELOPMENT AND REDEVELOPMENT.
Objective 9.1.1.: The Town shall consult the Capital Improvements
Element prior to approving any capital improvements financing intended to
expand or maintain current facilities or replace obsolete or worn —out
infrastructure.
Policy 9.1.1.1.: Prior to allocating capital expenditures for projects exceeding
$50,000.00, such projects shall be deemed consistent with the goals, objectives,
and policies with this Comprehensive Plan.
Policy 9.1.1.2.: When reviewing proposed capital improvement expenditures,
the following criteria will be used to determine consistency with this
Comprehensive Plan:
a. The improvement is consistent with the appropriate applicable element of
the Comprehensive Plan in addition to the Capital Improvements Element;
b. If elimination of public hazards are addressed;
c. Deficiencies in the current system are addressed;
d. The impact on the local budget is assessed;
e. Locational standards are addressed including capability with surrounding
land uses;
f. Whether the improvement is intended to accommodate new development
or redevelopment;
g. The financial feasibility of the proposed improvement; and
h. Consistency with state and regional policies, such as but not limited to the
South Florida Water Management District, the Treasure Coast Regional
Planning Council, and Palm Beach County.
Policy 9.1.1.3: Proposed capital improvement projects shall be evaluated and
ranked in order of priority according to the following guidelines:
a. Whether the project is financially feasible and is needed to protect the
public health and safety, to fulfill the Town's legal commitment to provide facilities
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Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 9 -15 Capital Improvement Element
and services, or to preserve or achieve full use of existing facilities to eliminate
existing capacity deficits.
b, Whether the project increases efficiency of use of existing facilities,
prevents or reduces future improvement cost, provides service to developed
areas lacking full service, or promotes infill development.
c. Whether the project represents a logical extension of facilities and
services.
d. Whether the project is consistent with the plans of governmental agencies
that provide pubic facilities within the Town's jurisdiction.
Policy 9.1.1.4.: The Town shall continue to pursue federal, state and all other
applicable grants for the funding of a potable water and /or sanitary wastewater
treatment facility within the jurisdiction.
Objective 9.1.2: The Town shall adopt a Capital Improvements Program
covering at least 5 fiscal years and shall adopt a Capital Budget on an
annual basis as part of the Town's budgeting process.
Policy 9.1.2.1.: The Town shall include in the Five -Year Schedule of Capital
Improvements all publicly funded projects which are over $50,000.00 necessary
to ensure that adopted level -of- service standards are achieved and maintained.
Improvements may include developer- funded for which the Town has no fiscal
responsibility. For capital improvements that will be privately funded by the
developer, financial feasibility shall be demonstrated by being guaranteed in an
enforceable development agreement, interlocal agreement, or other enforceable
agreement.
Policy 9.1.2.2.: The Schedule of Capital Improvements in Table 9A is hereby
adopted as the Town's Five -Year Capital Improvement Plan.
Table 9A
Town of Gulf Stream
Five -Year Capital Improvement Plan
Improvem
2009/2001
20010/201
2011/2012
2012/2013
2013/2014
ent
0
1
Maintenan
$180,000
$180,000
$180,000
$180,000
$180,000
ce of
Town
facilities
No specific Capital Improvements are anticipated within the five -year planning
period. Funding for Maintenance activities is from the Town's Generating
Operating Revenue. Funding amounts are estimates. If additional Capital
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Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 9 -16 Capital Improvement Element
Improvement work is anticipated, the above Table 9A shall be updated to reflect
the planning and funding of such activities
Policy 9.1.2.3.: This element and the Five -Year Schedule of Capital
Improvements shall be reviewed each year during preparation of the Annual
Capital Budget. The review shall include an analysis of the Town's financial
condition and an updated projection of revenues which takes into account any
changes in potential revenue sources that had been anticipated to fund
scheduled improvements. In addition, it will incorporate any new capital
improvement needs that have arisen since the last update and shall include a
discussion of any change in the prioritization of the proposed improvements
Policy 9.1.2.4.: Prior to the adoption of the Annual Capital Budget, the Town
Commission will review all existing and potential revenue sources and take the
necessary actions to balance budget.
Policy 9.1.2.5..: The following criteria shall be applied during the preparation of
each annual budget for the Town:
a. The determination of overall revenue bonds as a percent of total debt;
b. That maximum total debt does not exceed debt service revenue;
c. The maximum ratio of outstanding capital indebtedness to the property
taxes received by the Town does not exceed 1:1; and
d. Limitation on use of revenue bonds as a percent of total debt.
Obiective 9.1.3.: Subsequent to adoption of this Comprehensive Plan all
public expenditures within high— hazard coastal areas of the Town shall be
first reviewed for consistency with this overall Comprehensive Plan and
determined to be consistent.
Policv 9.1.23.1: The Town will limit the expenditures of public funds in high
hazard coastal areas by allowing only new low density residential development in
or near such zones.
Objective 9.1.4.: Future development shall bear a proportionate cost of
certain facility improvements necessitated by development in order to
maintain adopted LOS standards.
Policv 9.1.4.1.: The Town hereby adopts the following Level of Service
Standards (LOS) and will use them in reviewing the impacts of new development
upon facility provision.
Traffic Circulation
a) Collection Roadways — Level of service standard D.
b) Arterial Roadway — Level of service standard D.
Amendment 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida 9 -17 Capital Improvement Element
Sanitary Sewer
a) Average annual flow: 160 gallons per capita per day.
Solid Waste
Domestic Solid Waste — 7.13 pounds per capita per day
Yard Trash — 17.00 pounds per capital per day
Drainage
24 hour, 3 year event
Potable Water
Average annual — 979 gallons per capita per day
Recreation and Open Space - 0.23 acres combined of public and private
recreation facilities per permanent residents.
Town of Gulf Stream, Florida
Amendnent 08 -1 (Ord 08/10)
Adopted July 10, 2009
9 -18 Capital Improvement Element