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Closed-Door Legal Strategy Meeting: Keith Tomey v. City of Delray Beach

Original title: CLOSED ATTORNEY/CLIENT SESSION pursuant to F.S. 286.011(8) re: Keith Tomey v. City of Delray Beach, Florida, Case No. 2024-CA-005926. Attendees: Mayor Thomas F. Carney, Jr. Vice Mayor Angela Burns Deputy Vice Mayor Tom Markert Commissioner Juli Casale Commissioner Judy Mollica City Manager Terrence Moore City Attorney Lynn Gelin Outside Counsel Tonja Haddad Coleman A certified court reporter Purpose: Case Status Discussion and Strategy Meeting.

June 9, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

The city is discussing legal strategy for a pending lawsuit (Case No. 2024-CA-005926), which involves potential city liability and legal expenditures.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Keith Tomey

He is the plaintiff in the lawsuit being discussed by the city.

City of Delray Beach taxpayers

The outcome of the litigation may impact city funds.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 9, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The Delray Beach City Commission held a private, closed-door meeting to discuss legal strategy regarding an ongoing lawsuit filed by Keith Tomey against the city.

Key Facts

  • The City Commission held a closed attorney-client session on May 21, 2026.
  • The meeting concerned the lawsuit Keith Tomey v. City of Delray Beach, Case No. 2024-CA-005926.
  • The meeting was held pursuant to Florida Statute 286.011(8), which allows for closed sessions regarding pending litigation.
  • Attendees included the Mayor, Vice Mayor, Deputy Vice Mayor, two Commissioners, the City Manager, the City Attorney, outside counsel, and a court reporter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was this meeting closed to the public?
Under Florida Statute 286.011(8), local government bodies are permitted to hold closed-door sessions to discuss strategy and settlement negotiations regarding pending litigation.
What was decided during the meeting?
The document does not disclose the specific strategy or decisions made, as the meeting was held in a closed session.

Why It Matters

The city is discussing legal strategy for a pending lawsuit (Case No. 2024-CA-005926), which involves potential city liability and legal expenditures.

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Use of Outside Counsel

The city is utilizing outside counsel (Tonja Haddad Coleman) in addition to the City Attorney for this specific litigation.

Tonja Haddad ColemanLynn Gelin

Connected Entities

personThomas F. Carney, Jr.“Mayor of Delray Beach.”Map →
personJudy Mollica“Commissioner of Delray Beach.”Map →
locationCity of Delray Beach“Defendant in the lawsuit.”Map →
personTom Markert“Deputy Vice Mayor of Delray Beach.”Map →
other2024-CA-005926“Case number for the lawsuit.”Map →
personLynn Gelin“City Attorney.”Map →
personTonja Haddad Coleman“Outside Counsel.”Map →
personKeith Tomey“Plaintiff in the lawsuit against the City of Delray Beach.”Map →
personTerrence Moore“City Manager.”Map →
personJuli Casale“Commissioner of Delray Beach.”Map →
personAngela Burns“Vice Mayor of Delray Beach.”Map →

Sources

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  • Controversy20
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  • Entertainment10
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