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At the May 7, 2013, Board of County Commissioners meeting, the board took the following action: Convention Center hotel – adopted a resolution authorizing the issuance of up to $31 million in revenue bonds for development of a 400-room Hilton Hotel next to the Palm Beach County Convention Center. The board also approved an escrow agreement with Clerk & Comptroller Sharon Bock, The Related Companies, LP, and CityPlace Hotel, LLC for deposit of $27 million in bond proceeds, the county’s contribution to the project. Vessels for hire – directed staff to draft an ordinance creating a registry and other minimal regulations pertaining water taxi services operating between Boca Raton and Jupiter. The proposed ordinance has the support of the League of Cities and the Metropolitan Planning Organization. MSTU – approved on preliminary reading and to advertise for public hearing on June 18 an amendment to the Municipal Services Taxing Unit (MSTU) special assessment ordinance. The propose change will allow for assessments and collections of 100 percent of the total cost of improvements for all projects. However, exceptions can be made depending upon circumstances. Loggers Run Park – adopted a resolution approving a 10-year lease with Drop In Action Sports Complex, Inc. (DIASC), which plans to build and operate a skate park/BMX facility on 1.75 acres in Loggers Run Park in West Boca. The new facility will be built next to an existing roller hockey rink. DIASC will bear all costs for construction, operation, and maintenance with revenue from user fees, lessons, foundation grants, fund raisers and a pro shop. Morikami hotel – authorized staff to issue a request for proposals (RFP) to construct and operate a Japanese-themed inn on 14 acres at the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach. Belle Glade City Hall – conceptually approved a Section 108 Loan Program agreement with BI Development Group, LLC in the amount of $1.028 million, contingent on approval by HUD. BI Development plans to renovate the old Belle Glade City Hall, a historic landmark, to create a mixed-use residential/retail center. The project is expected to create 32 full-time jobs and 137 construction jobs. C-51 Reservoir – adopted a resolution supporting implementation of phase 1 of the proposed C-51 Reservoir project, aimed at possibly utilizing water from the C-51 Canal as a future water supply source. The resolution does not bind the county to any future costs or course of action, but indicates general support for further advancement of the project. Administration – congratulated Deputy County Administrator Verdenia Baker on her appointment as president of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators. |
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