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1. ROLL CALL, MOMENT OF SILENT PRAYER, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. 2. AGENDA APPROVAL: a. Additions, substitutions, deletions. b. Agenda Approval. 3. STAFF AND COMMITTEE REPORTS: a. Town Council b. Town Manager 4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS: a. Presentation of the Police Department's 2024 Employee of the Year Award. b. Proclamation Recognizing 211 Awareness Month. c. Presentation of the State of the Town Annual Report (A Look Back on 2024 and Ahead to 2025). 5. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA: a. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Town Council Meeting of January 27, 2025. b. Consideration of a request from the GFWC Casuarina Woman's Club to waive the Lantana Recreation Center rental fees for their Christmas in July Event on July 25, 2025 and July 26, TOWN OF LANTANA Town Hall 500 Greynolds Circle Lantana, FL 33462 Regular Meeting February 10, 2025 - 6:00 p.m. For information regarding the procedures for public participation during a Town Council meeting, please refer to the end of this agenda. *THIS TOWN COUNCIL MEETING CAN BE ACCESSED ONLINE FOR LISTENING PURPOSES ONLY. PLEASE SEE THE LAST PAGE FOR DETAILS. Karen Lythgoe, Mayor ____ Mark Zeitler, Vice Mayor ____ Kem Mason, Vice Mayor Pro Tem ____ Christopher Castle, Councilmember ____ Lynn J. Moorhouse, D.D.S., Councilmember ____ LANTANA STAFF: Brian K. Raducci, ICMA-CM, Town Manager; R. Max Lohman, Town Attorney; and Kathleen Dominguez, CMC, Town Clerk 02-10-25 Town Council Agenda 2025. 6. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: a. Consideration of Ordinance No. O-01-2025, amending Chapter 14 - Personnel., Article IV. – Pensions and Retirement, Division 3 – Firefighters’ Pension Fund, at various sections to comply with changes contained in the Section 2.0 Secure Act and maintain consistency with changes to the Florida Retirement System. Remarks: Second Reading 7. QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARINGS: a. None. 8. MISCELLANEOUS: a. Consideration of Amendment No. 1 to CSA No. 2024-02 with Baxter & Woodman, Inc. authorizing additional design engineering services in the amount of $49,343.72 for the Water Treatment Plant (WTP) Instrumentation and Controls Improvements (I&C) project. b. Consideration of entering into a contract with Odyssey Manufacturing Co. ("Odyssey") by piggybacking the City of Pompano Beach's contract for the purchase and installation of two (2) chlorine tanks in the amount of $35,650. Funding for this project was approved in the FY 2024/25 Water and Sewer Utility Fund Capital Budget. c. Consideration of approving an Interlocal Agreement with Palm Beach County to redetermine, re-adopt and ratify the existing distribution formula for six (6) cent local option fuel tax. d. Consideration of awarding a contract for Janitorial Services for Public Restrooms and Offices to Triangle Services, Inc. in the amount of $72,312.97. 9. PUBLIC COMMENTS: 10. FUTURE EVENTS/IMPORTANT DATES (subject to change): 11. COUNCIL COMMENTS: 12. ADJOURNMENT. 02/17/2025 - Town Offices Closed in Observance of Presidents' Day. 02/20/2025 - Special Magistrate Hearing, Town Hall Council Chambers, 5:30 p.m. 02/21/2025 - Drive-In Movie Night, Lantana Sports Park, 7:00 p.m. 02/24/2025 - Town Council Meeting, Town Hall Council Chambers, 6:00 p.m. 02/26/2025 - Planning Commission Meeting, Town Hall Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m. 03/01/2025 - Food Distribution Event, Lantana Sports Park, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 03/10/2025 - Town Council Meeting, Town Hall Council Chambers, 6:00 p.m. 03/11/2025 - General Election Day, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. 03/15/2025 - Barefoot Mailman Family Beach Day, Lantana Beach, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 03/20/2025 - Special Magistrate Hearing, Town Hall Council Chambers, 5:30 p.m. 03/24/2025 - Town Council Meeting, Town Hall Council Chambers, 6:00 p.m. 03/26/2025 - Planning Commission Meeting, Town Hall Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m. Listen to the Town Council Meeting: Visit https://www.lantana.org/TownAgendas and click "View Event" next to the meeting date for the live broadcast. The link will be available when the meeting starts. The recording will be available on-demand after the meeting in the Past Events section. 02-10-25 Town Council Agenda PROCEDURES FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Any citizen is entitled to be heard on an official agenda item when the Town Council calls for public comment OR any matter not on the agenda under the “Public Comments” section. Citizens desiring to address the Town Council shall step up to the microphone at the podium, state their name and address in an audible voice for the record, and, unless the Chair grants additional time, shall limit their address to three (3) minutes. Citizens who wish to address the Council MUST complete a blue public comment card and present it to the Town Clerk before the item is discussed and wait for the Mayor to announce when it is their turn to speak. Likewise, if the public wishes to speak on a matter on the consent agenda, they must complete a blue card and present it to the Town Clerk before the start of the meeting. Americans with Disabilities Act: In accordance with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), this document can be made available in an alternate format (large print) upon request. Special accommodations can be provided upon request with three (3) workings days advance notice of any meeting, by contacting Kathleen Dominguez, Town Clerk at Lantana Town Hall, 500 Greynolds Circle, Lantana, Florida, (561) 540-5000. 02-10-25 Town Council Agenda Recognizing 211 Awareness Month WHEREAS, 211 HelpLine has answered over 3 million calls since its inception in 1971. Tens of thousands of people continue to reach out to 211 for help each year; and WHEREAS, during these challenging times that seem increasingly uncertain, 211’s highly trained and accredited staff continue to be the frontline responders available 24/7; and WHEREAS, 211 also has specialized advocacy and support programs for the community that include Caregiver Support, Help Me Grow, Elder Crisis Outreach and 211’s life-saving “Sunshine” daily calls for lonely and isolated seniors and caregivers; and WHEREAS, is also the infrastructure and responder for the 988 Lifeline number and additional support lines that include First Responders and MYFLVET for veterans with peer-to-peer support and assistance for these specialized groups and their families; and WHEREAS, People have expressed growing struggles with mental & emotional health, addiction, and the ability to meet their basic needs of housing, utility payments, food and other concerns- 211’s caring staff listen to each and every person to provide available resource options and to help them strategize and problem solve. NOW, THEREFORE be it proclaimed that I, Karen Lythgoe, Mayor of the Town of Lantana, do hereby claim February as 211 AWARENESS MONTH and urge all citizens to be aware that if they are overwhelmed and in crisis or just need to talk…211 is available any time of day or night. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the official seal of the Town of Lantana, Florida to be affixed this 10th day of February, 2025. _____________________________ Mayor Karen Lythgoe Attest: _________________________________ Kathleen Dominguez, CMC, Town Clerk Proclamation

TOWN OF LANTANA STATE OF THE TOWN ANNUAL REPORT TOWN COUNCIL Karen Lythgoe, Mayor Mark Zeitler, Vice Mayor Kem Mason, Vice Mayor Pro Tem Christopher Castle, Councilmember Lynn Moorhouse, D.D.S., Councilmember TOWN MANAGER’S OFFICE Brian K. Raducci, ICMA-CM, Town Manager Kathleen Dominguez, CMC, Town Clerk Mariangel Rios, Executive Assistant to the Town Manager TOWN ATTORNEY Lohman Law Group, P.A. DEPARTMENT DIRECTORS Eddie Crockett, Public Services Director Nicole A. Dritz, Development Services Director Stephen Kaplan, Finance Director Kristine Kreidler, Library Director Sean Scheller, Chief of Police Craig Spiegelhalter, Palm Beach County Fire Rescue District Chief TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................... 1 A LOOK BACK ON 2024 .............................................................................................................. 1-8 Municipal Elections 2024 ................................................................................................................. 1 Town Council Visioning Session ..................................................................................................... 1 Adoption of the Annual Budget ........................................................................................................ 1 Maintain Infrastructure ............................................................................................................. 1-2 Continue beautification projects............................................................................................... 2-3 Responsible development........................................................................................................ 3-4 Water Tower Commons ......................................................................................................... 3 Lantana Village ................................................................................................................... 3-4 Master Plan Update ............................................................................................................... 4 How to attract/retain valuable employees................................................................................... 4 Continue to attract businesses ................................................................................................... 5 Promote community engagement ............................................................................................ 5-6 Town Manager Report .......................................................................................................... 5 Town Calendar ....................................................................................................................... 6 New Website .......................................................................................................................... 6 Interactive Video Tour ............................................................................................................ 6 Continue to support Library...................................................................................................... 6-7 Key renovations include ........................................................................................................ 6 The Library aims to ................................................................................................................ 6 Key highlights from 2024 include ........................................................................................... 7 Dune Restoration Project ........................................................................................................... 7 Install ADA accessible ramp ....................................................................................................... 7 Enhance Public Safety with state-of-the-art Technology......................................................... 7-8 GRANTS ........................................................................................................................................8-9 Palm Beach County Day 2025 .......................................................................................................... 9 UNASSIGNED FUND BALANCE .................................................................................................... 9 LOOKING AHEAD TO 2025........................................................................................................... 10 Investing in Quality of Life.............................................................................................................. 10 Working Together for Progress ..................................................................................................... 10 1 TOWN OF LANTANA STATE OF THE TOWN ANNUAL REPORT INTRODUCTION The purpose of this Annual report is for the Mayor to provide the Town of Lantana (Town) Town Council and Community with a high-level executive summary of the Town’s prior year accomplishments as well as the current state and condition of various operational and capital projects. In addition, it provides a preview of the goals and expectations of the current year. Happy New Year and warm greetings! As your Mayor, it is my privilege to welcome you into 2025—a year filled with hope, good health, and prosperity. I am deeply thankful to my fellow councilmembers, our dedicated staff, and the unwavering support of the community for everything we have achieved together in 2024. Looking ahead, I am excited to continue working alongside my fellow councilmembers and all of our business and community partners to tackle the challenges before us and work toward fulfilling our mission in the year ahead “To preserve Lantana’s small-town atmosphere through responsible government and quality service.” A LOOK BACK ON 2024 2024 was another exciting year for our Town. Below you will find a glimpse of some of the more significant accomplishments that occurred during the year. Municipal Elections 2024 In March 2024, I was honored to be re-elected to the Town Council for a three-year term. As a lifelong resident of Lantana, I am committed to our community’s continued growth and prosperity. I look forward to working alongside my fellow councilmembers to shape a brighter future for our Town. Town Council Visioning Session In April 2024, we gathered together to envision our community’s future. The Town Council, Town Manager, department directors, and other key staff held a public visioning workshop to review our recent achievements and develop our goals and shared vision for the FY2024/25 Adopted Annual Budget. Adoption of the Annual Budget The adoption of the annual budget is one of the Town Council’s highest priorities as it serves as a policy document which provides the resources and establishes a plan for the operational budget and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The budget is transparent and performance-based, linking departmental goals to funding. The FY 2024/25 budget of $29.5M reflects a commitment to fiscal responsibility and aligns with the priorities and goals that the Town Council established by consensus, at the Town Council Visioning Session. Below you will find each of those priorities and goals and examples of how they have been implemented and achieved, respectively. It is important to note that some of the goals are long-term in nature and will be fully attained in future years. Staff has been busy improving our infrastructure and beautifying our Town to ensure a vibrant and thriving community. Here are just some of the highlights: Maintain infrastructure  Worked closely with FPL to repair non-functional streetlights.  Resurfaced the Sports Park basketball courts.  Restored the Centennial Sculpture at Bicentennial Park.  Replaced two (2) bus shelters on W Lantana Rd and one (1) on N Dixie Hwy. 2  Repaved numerous roads throughout the community and installed new “School Bus Stop Ahead” signs in order to enhance safety and improve visibility for drivers approaching bus stops.  Worked closely with Palm Beach County’s (PBC) Traffic Division and our traffic engineer to enhance Traffic Light Synchronization on Lantana Rd.  Completed the E Lantana Rd Infrastructure Upgrade.  Replaced the Water Main under the Florida East Coast (FEC) Railway tracks at Pine St.  Completed the Sea Pines Stormwater Pump Station Construction Project.  Began Phase I of the Water Main Improvement Project (S Broadway & W Pine St). Design of Phase II is underway.  Fire Hydrant Auto Flushing Systems were installed.  Town Council authorized engineering services for the Dixie Hwy Median Project.  Replaced the 30hp pump for the Town’s Master Sanitary Sewer Lift Station #1.  The following steps on the Hypoluxo Island Drainage Project have been taken:  Town Council approved the project for N Atlantic Dr and Beach Curve Rd on 04/24/2023.  The project is currently in the 90% design submittal stage, including updated drawings, specifications, and cost estimates. Final review and approval expected in March 2025.  These following improvements were made at the Water Treatment Plant (WTP):  Completed the High Service Pump Project.  Installed a 50-ton Brine Storage Tank.  Replaced the pump's Sodium Hypochlorite Skid System.  Began the Filter Media Replacement Project. As of today, all five (5) resin tanks have been restored and are significantly improving the clarity and softness of the water. Other related improvements are ongoing.  Adopted a Stormwater Assessment Program on 09/09/2024. Continue beautification projects  Worked closely with SOLitude Lake Management to treat and remove invasive plants and trees from the Lantana Nature Preserve (Preserve) and to identify the different exotic plants. In addition, we replaced the Preserve’s large deteriorated timber pedestrian bridge and the replacement of the small bridge is underway.  Displayed colorful seasonal banners on the Town’s major roadway corridors.  Installed new fencing and concrete monuments at Evergreen Cemetery and repaired the north fence along Lantana Rd.  Installed new fences, water fountains, and obstacle courses/exercise stations at Maddock Park Dog Park. 3  Installed new signage at the Recreation Center and the Greater Lantana Chamber (Chamber) of Commerce facilities.  Expanded holiday lights, displays, and decorations around the Town Hall site. Responsible development Water Tower Commons:  Town staff is processing permits and inspections for the eastern commercial side and Fifth Third Bank.  The Town Council approved a Special Exception, Site Plan, and Landscape Plan for Carl’s Jr. and Panda Express.  The Town continues to work closely with the Developer and PBC to determine when the traffic level has reached the required level to necessitate the installation of the Mast Arm Traffic Light (required by PBC) at the project’s entrance. Lantana Village:  Integra Solutions, LLC purchased the former Kmart site in April 2023.  Town Council held two (2) Workshops:  The first to review multiple potential redevelopment proposals for the former Kmart site and to determine their vision (by consensus) for the site.  The second, so that Integra Solutions could provide a conceptual redevelopment plan for the properties referenced above. The plan was well-received by the Town Council and those in attendance. 4 After more than two (2) years of progress, during the 01/13/2025 Town Council meeting, Town Council unanimously approved a Site Plan and related items presented by Integra Investments, for the redevelopment of the former Kmart 18-acre site located at 457 Greynolds Circle, 1201 S Dixie Hwy and 1301 S Dixie Hwy. The approved site plan includes 426 dwelling units and 21,967 sq. ft. of ground- floor commercial space, with a phased development approach due to an existing lease with Winn- Dixie. Phase I features three-story buildings with 307 units, commercial space, public open areas, wide sidewalks, outdoor seating, and elevated street furnishings. The project aims to create a village- like community with a mix of uses, open spaces, parks, and pedestrian areas. Key elements include electric vehicle charging stations, enhanced landscaping, environmentally-focused design, and modern coastal architecture to ensure sustainability and aesthetic appeal. Master Plan Update:  The adopted Townwide Master Plan has been posted on the Town’s website at: https://www.lantana.org/291/2147/Town-of-Lantana-Master-Plan.  Staff has formed the Master Plan Committee, a volunteer group of residents from various neighborhoods to provide input on the Master Plan and ongoing projects.  Digital copies of the Master Plan have been distributed to potential developers and stakeholders.  Staff presented to the Town Council highlights of the Master Plan in relation to the proposed redevelopment of the former Kmart site on 02/13/2024.  Staff continues to meet monthly with the vacant Ocean Ave property owners on a redevelopment plan that aligns with the Master Plan.  Staff has and will continue to explore redevelopment plans for Lantana Beach (Beach) as it relates to the Master Plan.  On 11/04/2024 staff met with members of the EAU’s management team to discuss potential partnership opportunities pertaining to the redevelopment of the beach.  $200k worth of funding has been budgeted for related projects; (i.e., two (2) separate $100k appropriations were included in the FY 2023/24 and FY 2024/25 budgets, respectively). How to attract/retain valuable employees Like many municipalities, we continue to find ourselves in a very challenging labor market, and as a result, the Town has had to become more creative and flexible in order to attract and retain valuable employees by:  Providing a safe, family-friendly work environment and offer a competitive salary/benefit package.  Supporting the Employee Committee which plans, organizes, and implements employee- related activities, and the Safety Committee which develops, organizes, and coordinates employee safety programs.  Providing employees with valuable training that allows them to provide high-quality customer service to our residents, business community, and visitors alike.  Each month, the Town highlights employees in the monthly Town Manager Report, with the goal of recognizing their contributions and achievements. As a result of these changes, the Town has experienced a significant decrease in employee turnover. 5 Continue to attract businesses The Town’s Development Services Department continued to:  Assist new business opportunities by encouraging them to reach out to the Department prior to moving forward to determine if there are any restrictions that may limit their plans and to guide businesses through every step of the Town’s processes and requirements.  Grant permit extensions where work remains in an “Active Progress” (i.e., when the permit has received an approved inspection within six (6) months).  Work with the Chamber to attract and improve business opportunities for our community.  In April, Town staff approved a demolition permit for 201, 211, 225, and 235 E Ocean Ave and in May demolition began. All structures, hardscape as well as some trees and landscaping were removed. Since then, the Town Attorney and staff have continued to work closely with representatives of the vacant Ocean Ave property owners on a redevelopment plan that is consistent with the approved Townwide Master Plan.  The Town achieved LEED Silver Certification. Promote community engagement  Councilmembers and the Town Manager traveled to Tallahassee for PBC Day, to provide networking opportunities; to personally observe our Legislative process; and to meet with members of our lobbying firm, State Legislators, and their staff in hopes of gaining their support to fund the Town’s State Appropriation Requests.  The Town held a Visioning Session Workshop at Finland House in preparation for the FY 2024/25 Budget.  This year, the Town buzzed with exciting and successful events including the following:  Drive-In Movie Nights.  Farm Share Event.  Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt.  Beach Cleanups.  Arbor Day Tree Planting.  A patriotic July 4 th Celebration that brought friends and neighbors together.  September 11th Ceremony.  Spooky fun came alive during the Haunted Nature Preserve Event.  A Veterans Day Ceremony that honored our service men and women; and  The Winterfest Event at Town Hall that brought holiday cheer.  Town Manager Report: Every month, the Town provides this Report to the Town Council and Community in order to offer a high-level executive summary of the status of the Town’s major projects and various current and upcoming operational matters. 6  Town Calendar: The Town’s departments take a lot of pride in preparing the annual calendar each year as it includes fantastic photos and showcases information about our many services, amenities, and special events. All of the Town’s important dates are identified (i.e., Town Council Meetings, Special Magistrate Hearings, Planning Commission Meetings, Holidays, Special Events, and many more).  New Website: To further enhance community engagement, the Town redesigned its website to be more user-friendly. Residents can now subscribe to receive important notices and stay informed about upcoming events.  Interactive Video Tour: This year, we are thrilled to announce the launch of our new Lantana Video Tour, created in collaboration with CGI Productions. This interactive video experience invites viewers to explore the heart of our vibrant community. The tour showcases  Our charming neighborhoods and scenic beauty.  The dedication and professionalism of our public safety services.  The resources and welcoming atmosphere of the Library.  The Code Enforcement Division (Division) is committed to enforcing Municipal Codes fairly and consistently. The Division prioritizes safety violations and takes a proactive approach to prevent blight. It also plays a crucial role in maintaining community standards, and in ensuring a safer and more organized neighborhood. Later this year, we plan on launching a new online portal where residents will be able to check the status of ongoing cases. We encourage you to visit www.lantana.org and embark on a virtual tour of Lantana! The Town continued to support our community by:  Lending a helping hand with a Food Distribution Drive-Thru.  Celebrating Arbor Day by planting a tree at the Lantana Sports Park.  Hosting a holiday cheer with a heartwarming Toy Drive.  The Police Department hosted the DEA National Rx Take Back Day event, providing the community with the opportunity to safely dispose of unneeded medications We also upgraded our agenda publishing system so citizens can search and find meeting materials online anytime, and stay informed by signing up to receive agenda notifications when the agendas are posted. Continue to support Library The Library celebrated its grand reopening in February 2023, showcasing a renovated historic building with upgraded features. Since then, the library has experienced significant growth, with a 225% increase in new card issuance and a 52% increase in book checkouts. Key renovations include:  Dedicated learning and play areas (i.e., teen room, kids’ room, study room, and community room).  Spaces for connection (i.e., outdoor garden, makerspace/conference room). The Library aims to:  Offer cutting-edge technology and engaging programs.  Support literacy through school partnerships and outreach.  Maintain Little Free Libraries throughout the Town.  Foster a welcoming and inclusive community space. 7 Key highlights from 2024 include:  Held a successful Summer Reading Program.  Partnered with the Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County to provide one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling readers in grades 1-3. The program launched on September 10, 2024, and continues every Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.  Championed Early Literacy – The Lantana Public Library successfully participated in Read for the Record (RFTR) 2024, reading “Piper Chen Sings” to local schools and daycares. This initiative, aimed at promoting early literacy, earned the Library the RFTR PBC 2024 Small Municipality Winner award for the 2nd year in a row.  Throughout the year, the Library continued its outreach efforts by visiting schools to encourage reading and Library visits.  Added one (1) Full-Time Community Engagement and Outreach Coordinator Position.  Added 14 hours a week for part-time staff to cover Saturday hours. The Library now offers Saturday hours from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.  To further strengthen community engagement, the Library redesigned its website: https://www.lantanalibrary.org/.  Installed new computers ($10k) and a printer/copier/scanner for use by our patrons. Dune Restoration Project: The Town began collaborating with the Town of Palm Beach and South Palm Beach on a beach renourishment project in 2021. However, the project faced delays due to various factors, including insufficient beach area, hurricane damage, and competing projects. In February 2024, the Town re-engaged with Palm Beach to revive the project for the fall. The Town sought funding from Palm Beach’s Environmental Resources Management (ERM) program to contribute sand for the project. Unfortunately, on 10/24/2024, Palm Beach informed Lantana that it would not be included in the current project due to several challenges:  Insufficient sand supply.  Tight project timeline.  Funding requirements.  Easement and survey requirements. Despite this setback, the Town will continue to explore future collaborative opportunities with neighboring communities for beach renourishment projects. Install ADA accessible ramp  The design of the ramp had been on hold until the Dune Restoration Project referenced above was completed. Since it appears that the Dune Restoration Project is unlikely to begin anytime soon, this project will be revisited as we look for ways to enhance the Beach. Enhance Public Safety with state-of-the-art Technology The Lantana Police Department continues to uphold public safety and community well-being while continuing its mission to deliver courteous, professional law enforcement and community services to our citizens by: 8  Enhanced Traffic Enforcement – The Police Department continues to address traffic violations through education and enforcement. Officers utilize the Selected Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) to target various areas throughout the Town where speeding and stop sign violations occur. Additionally, the speed-measuring trailer is placed at different locations to inform vehicle operators of their speed while traveling our roadways.  Supporting Vulnerable Residents – Works collaboratively with our County liaisons to help connect homeless individuals with available services and resources.  Investing in Safety – Our officers are trained and equipped with state-of-the-art technology such as body-worn cameras to ensure transparency, a drone to assist in locating missing/endangered individuals, to monitor community events, and to conduct emergency management operations. In addition, new equipment like computers, vehicles, and safety gear have been acquired to reinforce their capabilities.  Heroic Recognition – Officers Kevin Neus, Jace Alexander, Christina Strong, and Stephanie Crowley received the 2024 Life Saving Award for their actions, which, through disregard for personal safety and prompt, alert response, resulted in saving human lives.  Some members of the Police Explorers were recognized for their dedication, devotion, and commitment to the Town, as well as for starting military boot camp.  Implemented the Citizen Observer Patrol (COP) as a valuable resource for supporting law enforcement. GRANTS The Town has continued to aggressively pursue operating and capital grant opportunities in areas that improve and enhance the delivery of our services. In order to maximize our potential for obtaining this vital funding, our in-house Contract and Grants Administrator works closely with many business partners that include:  Ryan Ruskay from RMPK Funding (RMPK). RMPK is an external grant writing firm that assists the Town in obtaining funding for a wide range of capital improvement projects that enables us to better meet the unique and diverse needs of our community. To date, RMPK has been instrumental in the Town securing nearly $2.3M in such funding.  Mat Forrest from our Lobbying firm – Ballard Partners, has previously set up in-person meetings with our State Senator and Representative during Palm Beach Day in our State Capitol so that the Town could gain their support for our various state appropriation requests for infrastructure improvements. To date, as a result of Mr. Forrest’s efforts, the Town has been awarded $1.2M in state appropriation funding.  We continue to work closely with our Congressional partners – Congresswoman Lois Frankel and her staff. The Congresswoman has supported and assisted/is assisting the Town in securing the following federal appropriations:  Secured $1.2M in FY 2022/23 to assist in funding our Water Main Replacement Project (includes Phase I of our A/C Pipe Replacement Project).  Secured nearly $960k in FY 2023/24 to assist in funding our Water Main Replacement Project and WTP Improvements (i.e., includes Filter Media Project).  On 07/15/2024, the Town was informed that $1.1M was included in the FY 2025 Interior Appropriations Bill, recently passed by the House Appropriations Committee. This included funding for upgrades to our WTP Control Panels and Instrumentation Equipment. Final funding determination is contingent upon Congress passing the FY 2025 Budget. 9 Palm Beach County Day 2025 On 12/17/2024, Mayor Lythgoe and Town staff met with Mat Forrest from our lobbying firm to discuss the State’s upcoming legislative season. PBC Day in Tallahassee is scheduled for 03/04 – 03/05/2025. During this event, members of our Town Council and the Town Manager will travel to the State Capitol to observe the legislative process in person, meet with members of our lobbying firm, and network with other municipalities and organizations attending the event. The Town hopes to utilize this opportunity to meet with both State Senators and Representatives to discuss gaining their support for funding the Town’s FY 2025/26 State Appropriation Requests. During this time, the Town will provide a first-hand account of its challenging capital and infrastructure needs. UNASSIGNED FUND BALANCE The Town maintains an unassigned fund balance (fund balance that has not been restricted, committed or assigned to specific purposes within the General Fund) that equals or exceeds 25% of General Fund operating expenditures (i.e., $4.1M for FY 2024/25). At the end of FY 2022/23 (09/30/2023) – our most recent completed audit, the Town added more than $2.6M to the General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance bringing it to a total of nearly $15.9M. These reserve funds may be utilized to cover costs related to an unanticipated emergency, deficit or shortfall in the current or future years. This accomplishment was due in large part to the Town Council’s vision, guidance, and support in ensuring that the Town’s Administration continues to operate the Town in a proactive, progressive, and fiscally prudent and responsible manner. In addition, the Town was able to maximize its financial leverage through the effective and efficient utilization of grant funds. 10 LOOKING AHEAD TO 2025 From infrastructure upgrades to green spaces, get ready for exciting changes coming to the Town in 2025! Here’s a glimpse of what our future plans have in store for you: Investing in Quality of Life  Expect improved landscaping, trash receptacles, and various Beach improvements.  Look forward to upgraded bus shelters and smoother roads that will result from additional paving.  Recoat the seawall at the Beach.  Design and replacement of the ADA Ramp at the Beach.  Renovation of the Town Council Chambers.  Construct classrooms and an Emergency Operations Center at the Police Department.  Replace asbestos concrete piping.  Replace water meters with an Automated Meter Reading System (AMR).  Repair the seawall at Bicentennial Park and Sportsman’s Park.  Install curbs at intersections.  Continue work on the Filter Media Replacement at the Water Treatment Plant (completion expected by 05/2025).  Continue work on the Water Treatment Plant Instrumentation and Control Improvements (completion expected by 06/2025).  Install shade structures for the Sports Park bleachers.  Make improvements to the Library bathrooms.  Replace the Lyman Kayak Park launch ramp with a concrete ramp.  Design and conversion of lift stations into submersible pump stations.  Replace two (2) chlorine tanks at the Water Treatment Plant.  Replace the split-rail fence at Maddock Park.  Interconnect with the City of Lake Worth Beach.  Continue working on the Dixie Hwy Median Project.  Continue to work with Integra Solutions, LLC for the redevelopment of the former Kmart site.  Continue collaborating with vacant Ocean Ave property owners on a redevelopment plan that aligns with the Master Plan. Working Together for Progress The Town Council and dedicated staff are committed to working together with residents and partners to make Lantana an even better place to live, work, and play. We are excited for the future and invite you to be a part of it! We are committed to partnering with residents, businesses and securing grants to keep these projects moving forward. Stay tuned for updates and get involved in shaping Lantana’s future! The Town strives to be responsive to our citizens’ needs and makes decisions based on the best interests of the residents’ health, safety and welfare. I will continue to serve this Town most efficiently and effectively, and hearing from you and receiving your thoughts is the best way to accomplish that goal. So again, I thank you and look forward to working with each of you to make a better Lantana for generations to come. Town of Lantana 500 Greynolds Circle Lantana, FL 33462 (561) 540-5000 www.lantana.org Page 1 of 6 01-27-25 TC Mtg Minutes TOWN OF LANTANA Regular Meeting Minutes January 27, 2025 1. ROLL CALL, MOMENT OF SILENT PRAYER, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. Mayor Lythgoe called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Deputy Town Clerk Rios called the roll and established a quorum. All elected officials were in attendance. Mayor Lythgoe led a moment of silence in remembrance of Bob Fritts, a longtime resident of Hypoluxo Island for over 30 years, who recently passed away on November 23, 2024. Mayor Lythgoe noted that a celebration of life was held at McKinley Park, which she was unable to attend. She shared a brief overview of Mr. Fritts's life and asked the public to remember him and his family. Mayor Lythgoe, also acknowledged the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, known as International Holocaust Remembrance Day, and asked everyone for a moment of reflection for the victims and survivors. 2. AGENDA APPROVAL: a. Additions, substitutions, deletions. b. Agenda Approval. Motion: Vice Mayor Pro Tem Mason made a motion to approve the agenda, as submitted. Councilmember Castle seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. 3. STAFF AND COMMITTEE REPORTS: a. Town Council Councilmember Moorhouse commended the completed fencing at the tennis courts, noting that it looked great. Mayor Lythgoe reported that she and Town Manager Raducci met last week with newly elected State Representative Debra Tendrich, who offered her assistance to the Town. b. Town Manager Town Manager Raducci announced that the 2025 Town Calendars have been mailed, and if there are any residents who haven't received one, they should contact Deputy Town Clerk Rios or pick one up from the credenza in the Council Chambers. Town Manager Raducci also announced that the January Town Manager Report would be available the following day. He encouraged residents to visit the Town's new website, highlighting its features, including access to Town agendas, minutes, Town Manager Reports, employment opportunities, utility bill payment, and bid information. He also noted the website's new banner Page 2 of 6 01-27-25 TC Mtg Minutes feature, which will be used to post important advisories such as garbage pickup delays, and reminded residents that information is also shared on the Town's Facebook page. Town Manager Raducci then invited Public Services Director Eddie Crockett to provide a brief update on recent improvements at the Water Treatment Plant, specifically the Filter Media Project. Director Crockett reported that all five (5) vessels are complete, though some work remains on the computer systems. He answered questions from the councilmembers. 4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS: a. Presentation from Edwin Ferguson, School Board Member, District 7. Mayor Lythgoe introduced Edwin Ferguson, Palm Beach County School Board member, and Lantana District Representative, and invited him to the podium for his presentation. Mr. Ferguson introduced himself and presented a 2024 performance report comparing math, science, and English scores for Lantana Elementary and Lantana Middle Schools to 2023 results. He informed the council and residents that the schools are seeking mentors and increased community engagement. He encouraged the council to consider reinstating the Education Council or a similar board, attend local School Advisory Council (SAC) meetings, and support the principals. He then answered questions from the Councilmembers. b. Presentation of the 2024 Holiday Cheer Light Display Contest Award Winners. Mayor Lythgoe announced the winners of the 2024 Holiday Cheer Light Display Contest and presented them with their plaques. She thanked Nadine Shawah, Parks and Recreation Superintendent, for her creativity and organizing the contest. She also extended her appreciation to everyone who participated in the contest. 5. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA: a. Approval of the Minutes of the Special Town Council Meeting of January 9, 2025. b. Approval of the Minutes of the Special Town Council Meeting of January 13, 2025. c. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Town Council Meeting of January 13, 2025. Motion: Vice Mayor Pro Tem Mason made a motion to approve the consent agenda, as submitted. Vice Mayor Zeitler seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. 6. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: a. Consideration of Ordinance No. O-01-2025, amending Chapter 14 - Personnel., Article IV. – Pensions and Retirement, Division 3 – Firefighters’ Pension Fund, at various sections to comply with changes contained in the Section 2.0 Secure Act and maintain consistency with changes to the Florida Retirement System. Remarks: First Reading Mayor Lythgoe introduced the agenda item. Town Attorney Lohman read the below ordinance by title into the record: ORDINANCE NO. O-01-2025 AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LANTANA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 14. PERSONNEL. OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE TOWN OF LANTANA AT ARTICLE IV. PENSIONS AND Page 3 of 6 01-27-25 TC Mtg Minutes RETIREMENT. BY AMENDING DIVISION 3. FIREFIGHTERS’ PENSION FUND. AT SECTIONS 14-106, 14-109, 14-114, AND 14-117 TO COMPLY WITH CHANGES CONTAINED IN THE SECURE 2.0 ACT AND MAINTAIN CONSISTENCY WITH CHANGES TO THE FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM; PROVIDING THAT EACH AND EVERY OTHER SECTION AND SUBSECTION OF CHAPTER 14. PERSONNEL. SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT AS PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND AUTHORITY TO CODIFY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. There were no public comments. There was no discussion from the Councilmembers. Motion: Vice Mayor Pro Tem Mason made a motion to approve Ordinance No. O-01-2025 on first reading. Councilmember Moorhouse seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. b. Consideration of Resolution No. R-01-2025, approving the 2025 Municipal Election(s) Vote Processing Equipment Use and Elections Services Agreement with the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections for the March 11, 2025 municipal election. Mayor Lythgoe introduced the agenda item. Town Attorney Lohman read the below resolution by title into the record: RESOLUTION NO. R-01-2025 A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LANTANA, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWN OF LANTANA AND THE PALM BEACH COUNTY SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS OFFICE FOR VOTE PROCESSING EQUIPMENT USE AND ELECTION SERVICES; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. Town Clerk Kathleen Dominguez provided an overview of the resolution and highlighted the services in the municipal election services agreement for the March 11, 2025, election. She noted that the resolution also assigns the Supervisor of Elections as the Town’s Canvassing Board. There were no public comments. There was no discussion from the Councilmembers. Motion: Councilmember Castle made a motion to approve Resolution No. R-01-2025. Vice Mayor Zeitler seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. c. Consideration of Resolution R-02-2025, approving and adopting the 2024 Revised Palm Beach County Local Mitigation Strategy Plan. Mayor Lythgoe introduced the agenda item. Town Attorney Lohman read the below resolution by title into the record: Page 4 of 6 01-27-25 TC Mtg Minutes RESOLUTION R-02-2025 A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF LANTANA, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE 2024 REVISED PALM BEACH COUNTY LOCAL MITIGATION STRATEGY PLAN; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. Town Clerk Kathleen Dominguez provided an overview of the Interlocal Agreement. There were no public comments. There was no discussion from the Councilmembers. Motion: Councilmember Castle made a motion to approve Resolution No. R-02-2025. Councilmember Moorhouse the motion. Motion passed 5-0. 7. QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARINGS: a. None. 8. MISCELLANEOUS: a. Consideration of Appointment to the Planning Commission. Mayor Lythgoe introduced the agenda item. Town Clerk Kathleen Dominguez provided an overview of the vacancy and answered questions from the Councilmembers. There were no comments from the public. There was no discussion from the Councilmembers. Motion: Councilmember Castle made a motion to appoint Steven J. Madson as an alternate member of the Planning Commission with the term ending on January 27, 2028. Vice Mayor Zeitler seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. b. Consideration of awarding a contract for Architectural Design Continuing Contract for Professional Services (CCNA) to CPZ Architects, Inc. Mayor Lythgoe introduced the agenda item. Public Services Director Eddie Crockett provided an overview of the contract and answered questions from the Councilmembers. There were no public comments. There was no discussion among the Councilmembers. Motion: Councilmember Moorhouse made a motion to approve awarding the Town of Lantana's Architectural Design Continuing Contract for Professional Services (CCNA) to CPZ Architects, Inc., and authorize the Town Manager to execute the agreement and any amendments thereto. Councilmember Castle seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. Page 5 of 6 01-27-25 TC Mtg Minutes c. Consideration of a piggyback contract with M&M Asphalt Maintenance Inc., d/b/a All County Paving through the Palm Beach County School District Solicitation No. 20C-46V for repaving Town roads in the amount of $493,417. Mayor Lythgoe introduced the agenda item. Public Services Director Eddie Crockett provided an overview of the paving project and answered questions from the Councilmembers. There were no public comments. There was no discussion among the Councilmembers. Motion: Vice Mayor Pro Tem Mason made a motion to approve the Piggyback Agreement with M&M Asphalt Maintenance, Inc., d/b/a All County Paving, to re-pave roads within the Town in the amount of $493,417 using funds from the Infrastructure Surtax Fund or any available reserves and to authorize the Town Manager to execute same and any amendments thereto. Councilmember Castle seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. d. Consideration of Consultant Service Authorization (CSA) 2025-01 with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. in the amount of $51,850 to provide engineering services to address traffic concerns on N Dixie Hwy at the E Ocean Ave intersection. Mayor Lythgoe introduced the agenda item. Public Services Director Eddie Crockett provided an overview of the project and answered questions from the Councilmembers. Brandon Kern, Project Engineer with Kimley-Horn & Associates, presented an overview of the roadway improvements and answered questions from the Councilmembers. Following Mr. Kern, Nick Brose, Traffic Engineering Analyst with Kimley-Horn & Associates, discussed the traffic signalization improvements in the area and also answered Councilmembers' questions. There were no public comments. A discussion ensued among the Councilmembers. Motion: Councilmember Castle made a motion to approve CSA 2025-01 with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. in the amount of $51,850 with the funding to be addressed in a future budget amendment if necessary, and to authorize the Town Manager to execute the CSA and any amendments thereto. Vice Mayor Pro Tem Mason seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. 9. PUBLIC COMMENTS: There were no public comments. Page 6 of 6 01-27-25 TC Mtg Minutes 10. FUTURE EVENTS/IMPORTANT DATES (subject to change): Mayor Lythgoe read the future events and important dates. 11. COUNCIL COMMENTS: There were no comments from the Councilmembers. 12. ADJOURNMENT. The motion was made and carried unanimously. There being no further discussion, the meeting adjourned at 7:14 p.m. ____________________________________ Mayor Karen Lythgoe ATTEST: ____________________________________ Kathleen Dominguez, CMC, Town Clerk TOWN OF LANTANA Agenda Item Summary AGENDA ITEM No.: 5b PREPARED BY: Kathleen Dominguez, CMC, Town Clerk REVIEWED BY: Brian K. Raducci, ICMA-CM, Town Manager MEETING DATE: February 10, 2025 AGENDA ITEM: Consideration of a request from the GFWC Casuarina Woman's Club to waive the Lantana Recreation Center rental fees for their Christmas in July Event on July 25, 2025 and July 26, 2025. ISSUE/BACKGROUND: The GFWC Casuarina Woman's Club requests a waiver of rental fees for using the Lantana Recreation Center for their Christmas in July event on Friday, July 25, 2025 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. (for set-up) and on Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (event day). According to the Fee Schedule in Resolution No. R-03-2023, rental fees for residents for the Recreation Center are $25 on weekdays, $75/hr. on weekends or holidays and $25 for the food prep area (kitchen) with a $200 refundable cash security deposit upon favorable inspection after the event. In addition to the rental fees, the rental will require a $1,000,000 liability insurance policy that names the Town as an additional insured. Therefore, the security deposit and insurance coverage requirement will not be waived. ATTACHMENT(S): 1. Special Event Permit - GFWC Casuarina Women's Club.pdf SAMPLE MOTION: I move to (waive)(not to waive) the rental fees for the Lantana Recreation Center for the GFWC Casuarina Woman's Club's Christmas in July event on July 25, 2025 and July 26, 2025, conditioned upon Club providing a $1,000,000 liability insurance policy that names the Town as an additional insured and providing security services for the event in accordance with the Town’s Rental Policy.

TOWN OF LANTANA Agenda Item Summary AGENDA ITEM No.: 6a PREPARED BY: Kathleen Dominguez, CMC, Town Clerk REVIEWED BY: Brian K. Raducci, ICMA-CM, Town Manager MEETING DATE: February 10, 2025 AGENDA ITEM: Consideration of Ordinance No. O-01-2025, amending Chapter 14 - Personnel., Article IV. – Pensions and Retirement, Division 3 – Firefighters’ Pension Fund, at various sections to comply with changes contained in the Section 2.0 Secure Act and maintain consistency with changes to the Florida Retirement System. Remarks: Second Reading ISSUE/BACKGROUND: Staff recommends consideration of Ordinance No. O-01-2025, in order to amend the Lantana Firefighter Pension Plan. The amendment extends the Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) participation period from five (5) to eight (8) years for firefighters still participating in the Pension Fund, aligning it with the Florida Retirement System (FRS). This change, included in the recently ratified collective bargaining agreement between Palm Beach County and the Professional Firefighters/Paramedics of Palm Beach County, Local 2928, IAFF, Inc., also incorporates updates to comply with Section 112.1816, Florida Statutes, and the SECURE 2.0 Act. In accordance with the interlocal agreement between the Town and the County, the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners approved this amendment at their January 14, 2025, meeting. The Town Attorney has reviewed and approved this ordinance for legal sufficiency. In addition, this ordinance was also discussed and unanimously approved on first reading at the January 27, 2025 Town Council meeting. ATTACHMENT(S): 1. Ord-O-1-2025_Firefighter_Pension_Amendments.docx 2. Board of Trustees 2023-11-21 8-Year DROP and Legal Changes (SECURE Act 2.0) Impact Statement.pdf SAMPLE MOTION: I move to (approve) (deny approval of) Ordinance No. O-01-2025 at second reading. Page 1 of 6 ORDINANCE NO. O-01-2025 AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LANTANA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 14. PERSONNEL. OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE TOWN OF LANTANA AT ARTICLE IV. PENSIONS AND RETIREMENT. BY AMENDING DIVISION 3. FIREFIGHTERS’ PENSION FUND. AT SECTIONS 14-106, 14-109, 14-114, AND 14-117 TO COMPLY WITH CHANGES CONTAINED IN THE SECURE 2.0 ACT AND MAINTAIN CONSISTENCY WITH CHANGES TO THE FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM; PROVIDING THAT EACH AND EVERY OTHER SECTION AND SUBSECTION OF CHAPTER 14. PERSONNEL. SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT AS PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND AUTHORITY TO CODIFY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. WHEREAS, The Town of Lantana and Palm Beach County entered into the “Interlocal Agreement for Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Services by and between the Town of Lantana and Palm Beach County” (File No. R97-1073D) dated August 26, 1997, as supplemented by “Interlocal Agreement Implementing Section 6.D. of the Interlocal Agreement for Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Services by and between Palm Beach County and the Town of Lantana” (File No. R97-1252D) dated September 16, 1997 (the “Pension Interlocal”); and the Town entered into a new “Interlocal Agreement for Fire Protection and Emergency Medical services by and between the Town of Lantana and Palm Beach County” (File No. R2004-0364) dated February 24, 2004 (the “Current Interlocal”), which specifically renewed the terms of the Pension Interlocal at Section 6.C. of the Current Interlocal; WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Town of Lantana Firefighters’ Pension Fund have determined that certain of the amendments contained herein are necessary to ensure compliance with the Internal Revenue Code and continuation of the Fund’s tax-exempt status and that certain other amendments contained herein are necessary to maintain parity with the Florida Retirement System’s plan of benefits as modified by Ch. 2023-193, Laws of Florida; WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Town of Lantana Firefighters’ Pension Fund have determined that the amendments contained herein are in the best interest of the participants in the Firefighters’ Pension Fund, the Town of Lantana, and Palm Beach County and are either required in order to comply with the provisions of Chapter 175, Florida Statutes, or are necessary Page 2 of 6 to effectuate the purposes of the Firefighters’ Pension Fund; and WHEREAS, Section 9. of the Current Interlocal requires written consent from Palm Beach County prior to making changes to the Firefighters’ Pension Fund ordinance and such consent for the above-referenced modifications was approved by the Board of County Commissioners at the meeting held on the 14th day of January, 2025. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LANTANA, FLORIDA, THAT: Section 1: Chapter 14. Personnel. of the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Lantana is hereby amended at Article IV, Pensions and Retirement. at Division 3. Firefighters’ Pension Fund. at Section 14-106. Requirements for retirement—Defined benefit portion of the fund; benefits; limitation. by creating subsection 14-106(c)(3)(c) to read as follows: Sec. 14-106. – Requirements for retirement – Defined benefit portion of the fund; benefits limitation. (a) – (b) (These subsections shall remain in full force and effect as previously adopted.) (c) Disability retirement. (1) – (2) (These subsections shall remain in full force and effect as previously adopted.) (3) Determination of disability. For purposes of this plan, a disability shall mean permanent and total disability as determined by the board of trustees, in accordance with the following standards: a. – b. (These subsections shall remain in full force and effect as previously adopted.) c. Subject to the requirements and limitations of Section 112.1816, Fla. Stat., if a firefighter is totally and permanently disabled due to cancer diagnosed on or after July 1, 2019, or circumstances that arise out of the treatment of such cancer, the disability shall be deemed by the board of trustees to have been directly caused by the performance of his or her duty as a firefighter. (4) – (9) (These subsections shall remain in full force and effect as previously adopted.) (d) Death benefits. (1) Vested active member. For any deceased actively employed member who was eligible for normal or delayed retirement as of his date of death, (i.e. had at least ten (10) years Page 3 of 6 credited service) the benefit payable shall be that monthly amount which would have been payable had the deceased employee retired on the date of death, with the resulting benefit being payable to the beneficiary for ten (10) years. If a firefighter dies prior to retirement, but has at least ten (10) years of contributing service, the beneficiaries are entitled to the benefits otherwise payable to the firefighter at early or normal retirement age, whichever is applicable. The death benefit shall not be payable on behalf of any member who is participating in the DROP. Effective for calendar years beginning after December 31, 2023, a surviving spouse who is the member’s sole designated beneficiary may elect to be treated as if the surviving spouse were the employee as provided under Code Section 401(a)(9)(B)(iv). (e) – (h) (These subsections shall remain in full force and effect as previously adopted.) Section 2: Chapter 14. Personnel. of the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Lantana is hereby amended at Article IV. Pensions and Retirement. at Division 3. Firefighters’ Pension Fund. at Section 14-109. – Pension validity. such that Section 14-109 shall hereafter read as follows: Sec. 14-109. - Pension validity. The board of trustees shall have the power to examine into the facts upon which any pension shall have been granted or obtained erroneously, fraudulently, or illegally for any reason. The board is empowered to purge the pension rolls of any person granted a pension under proper or existing law or granted under this ordinance if the pension is found to be erroneous, fraudulent or illegal for any reason; and to reclassify any pensioner who has under any prior or existing law or who shall hereafter under this ordinance be erroneously, improperly, or illegally classified. Any overpayments or under payments shall be corrected and paid or repaid in a reasonable manner determined by the board, with the board having discretion not to seek recovery of inadvertent overpayments from benefit recipients or other parties on a case by case basis consistent with, and as provided in, the provisions of the Secure Act 2.0 applicable to governmental plans with regard to inadvertent benefit overpayments and any applicable guidance subsequently issued by the Treasury or Internal Revenue Service. Section 3: Chapter 14. Personnel of the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Lantana is hereby amended at Article IV. Pensions and Retirement. at Division 3. Firefighters’ Pension Fund. at Section 14-114. – Lump sum payment of small retirement income. by amending Section 14-114 such that hereafter it shall read as follows: Page 4 of 6 Sec. 14-114. - Lump su