2021 Popular Annual Financial Report

95 Years of Service

October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Cover

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Table of Contents

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Organizational Chart

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Year in Review

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City Officials

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Mission, Values, Goals

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City Operations

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Efficient & Effective Services

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Government Services

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A Safe Community

10-11

Public Services

12

Attractive Community

13-14

Capital Improvements

15

Community Life & Leisure

16-17

Community Events

18

Youth Programs

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Fiscal Responsibility

20

Award Winning Financial Reporting

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Five-Year Financial Summary

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Greenacres At-a-Glance

23-24

Visit Greenacres

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Directory

26

City Facilities Locations

27

Conclude

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Greenacres City Hall West Wing

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ORGANIZATIONAL CHART

WELCOME CITY OF GREENACRES

CITY OF GREENACRES Mayor & City Council

City Attorney

A Great Place to Live!

City Manager

Administration

Community & Recreation Services

Development & Neighborhood Services

Finance

Fire Rescue

Information Technology

Public Works

Purchasing

Youth Programs

PBSO District 16 Law Enforcement

City Officials Executive Officer City Departments Contractual Service

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YEAR IN REVIEW

Message from the Mayor In 2021, the City of Greenacres celebrated 95 years of continuous services to our community. Our core values have remained the same; maintain our professionalism through ethics, honesty, integrity, and pride in the services we provide. Greenacres has evolved over the course of almost a century, and we will continue to work towards making our City a great place to live, learn, work and play.

I’

m proud to present to you the City of Greenacres 2021 Popular Annual Financial Report, which documents another year of progress in strengthening the City’s finances, reinvesting in our infrastructure, and ensuring that Greenacres is a Great Place to Live. The report highlights information about City services and financial performance for the past year and provides an overview of the activities related to our organization’s goals, along with comparative performance measures that demonstrate the City’s efficiency and effectiveness in providing you with services that ensure we are being good stewards of your public dollars.

Joel Flores Mayor

In 2021 property values increased by 8.8% and ad valorem tax revenue increased by $1.04 million while the millage rate remained the same at 6.4 mills. The outlook for 2022 and beyond continues to appear positive as the City’s primary intergovernmental revenue sources showed a higher than expected increase. Greenacres continues to provide the best City services in Palm Beach County at the least cost due to the efficiency of our government operations. Our cost for City government services remained the lowest ($840 per resident) in comparison to residents’ cost in similar sized cities in the County.

CARES funding and American Rescue Plan funding received during the fiscal year allowed the City to address and plan for critical need projects in the City that will improve the quality of life for our residents.

During fiscal year 2021, the City continued to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. The volatile economic conditions resulting in staggering increases in inflation, have resulted in unprecedented increases for City commodities and services. We continue to modify and/or change our operations procedures to ensure that while we are continuously faced with many challenges beyond our control, we are providing a high level of services for our community in support of our Vision, Mission, Values and Goals.

I am encouraged and hopeful by the City’s fiscal health and excited for the projects we will be bringing forward in the future. On behalf of the City Council and our entire team, I wish you and your families good health and many blessings.

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COUNCILMEMBERS

Elected Officials FISCAL YEAR 2021

John Tharp Councilmember - District I

Peter A. Noble Councilmember - District II

Jonathan G. Pearce Councilmember - District IV

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Judith Dugo Councilmember - District III

Paula Bousquet Councilmember - District V

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MISSION, VALUE, GOALS

Mission Continually improving the community’s quality of life by providing the best and most cost efficient services and public facilities to exceed the expectations of City residents and businesses.

M aintain a Safe Co mmunit y

Organizational Values We are ethical professionals with a high sense of honesty, integrity, and pride in our organization and City. We believe in being fiscally responsible and accountable to residents of our community and being fair, courteous, and respectful to our residents and each other. We are committed to providing quality, timely services through collaboration, team work, creative thinking, and innovation.

Goals Our goals, objectives and programs are strategically planned to help us achieve our mission. In general, the quality of life in our community is measured by factors that contribute to human life such as safety, physical environment, natural environment, social and leisure resources, and good government. In order to continually improve the quality of life in our City, our focus is on achieving the following goals that make our City a great place to live.

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Maintain an Efficient & Effective Local Government

MAINTAIN A WELL PLANNED ATTRACTIVE COMMUNITY

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Anniversary serving our community

Promote Excellence in

Promote Diversity in Community Life, Leisure & Recreation

Customer Service

Promote a Professional Workforce through Training & Education

Samuel J. Ferreri Community Park

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EXECUTIVE OFFICER It is my pleasure to present the 2021 Popular Annual Financial Report for the City of Greenacres, celebrating 95 years serving our community.

Over the last five (5) years we have seen so many changes in our City, but we know there is still much to be accomplished. From an infrastructure perspective, we’ve been able to spend our dollars wisely and invest in amenities and projects that improve the quality of life for our residents. We’ve finally embarked on public art in the City, which has been well received and it’s a great representation of what we are as a community.

We have many exciting projects to look forward to in the coming years. We plan to connect access points from walkers to drivers to bikers, and convert the septic systems in our Original Section to sewer systems to improve our environment and provide for a better quality of life. Since investing in our young people is a priority, the City is planning to build a new Youth Programs building to accommodate our growing numbers and further our mission in support of our youth. The City is making this very important demographic a priority and continue to support them by providing continued, nationally accredited after school and summer camp opportunities through high school.

Andrea McCue City Manager

The City has recently updated policies and procedures, and codes. We are currently in the process of an update to the City’s Comprehensive Plan to provide opportunities for development and redevelopment, new and improved amenities, affordable housing, open space, and quality education opportunities. We will be asking for your input as we develop a plan for the future. Whether it was through the voter approved one-penny surtax, or the CARES funds and the American Rescue Plan dollars allocated to the City because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the City is committed to being good stewards of those dollars by providing for projects that will improve our residents and visitors’ quality of life.

Some of the most affordable housing within Palm Beach County has always been in Greenacres. Today, demand is surely exceeding inventory. Over the next two (2) years, over 200 new homes will be built in the City. However, as we are 99% built out, we are looking at areas that can be redeveloped to provide for more housing and/or expanded retail and commercial amenities. We are trying to do what we can to maintain the affordability of our community while offering services and amenities to support the community.

When Lawrence Carter Swain founded the City of Greenacres in 1926, it was his hope to develop a community that was a good place for people to live. It is our hope that in the work we have completed and how we’re moving forward, that Greenacres will not only be a good place to live, but also a Great Place to Live, Learn, Work and Play.

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CITY OPERATIONS

City Manager

EFFECTIVE & EFFICIENT SERVICES

Business Management Successful businesses provide the best value in goods and services with excellent customer service and outstanding return on investment to their shareholders. In Greenacres, we manage our organization by employing the best business practices and continually evaluate the quality and cost of our services to ensure that our residents and businesses get the best value in services and that the City is being a good steward with their public investment.

2020 General Fund Revenue Other Revenues $680,120 - 2%

Charges for Services $4,644,391 - 15%

Permits & Fees $2,511,747 - 8%

Ad Valorem Taxes $12,171,507- 40%

Performance Measures The City utilizes a performance management system to manage for even better results from the taxpayer’s perspective. Our performance measures include the inputs (resources to provide a service), outputs (amount of services), efficiency (productivity or unit cost), and effectiveness (quality of service). Performance measures are part of the City’s annual budget which is based on allocating resources for plans, programs and strategies to accomplish our short and long term goals to help achieve our mission. The performance measurement system is used to evaluate our service delivery system to ensure its efficiency and effectiveness.

2020 General Fund Expenditures

We also compare our actual efficiency and effectiveness measures with benchmarking data from comparably sized cities in order to continually improve our service delivery process.

Other Expenses $404,907 - 1%

Performance Measures To assess our performance, we analyzed the cost of our services with comparably sized and adjacent cities providing similar services. An indicator of efficiency is the cost per resident for City government services included in the general operating fund. Of the comparable cities, Greenacres residents have the lowest cost for city government services at $840 per resident. The analysis also shows that City residents have one of the lowest solid waste and recycling collection rates at $13.90 per month.

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Utility Taxes $4,379,456 - 15% Intergovernmental Revenue $4,833,135 - 16%

Other Taxes $1,192,781 - 4%

Operating $12,824,282 - 43%

Interfund Transfer $710,000 - 3%

Insurance $371,345 1%

Solid Waste Collection $2,066,772 - 15%

Personnel Services $13,520,539 - 45%

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GOVERNMENT SERVICES Greenacres City Hall

Government Services General Government

Culture / Recreation

Executive: Financial and administrative services to manage day to day business operations including general management, budgeting, accounting, human resources, purchasing, information technology, legal, and planning, engineering and zoning.

Legislative: Establishment of laws and policies that promote the welfare of the City and protect the health and safety of residents.

Public Services

Code Enforcement Construction Permitting & Inspections Development & Neighborhood Services Emergency Management Emergency Medical Care and Transport Fire Protection (prevention & suppression) Police (law enforcement & crime prevention)

Public Works

After School Care & Summer Care Community Events Parks Recreation and Leisure Activities

Public Rights-of-Way Maintenance Public Roads and Drainage Systems Solid Waste and Recycling Collection Traffic Control and Signage

2020 Government Services Cost Per Resident

$3,000

$2,659 $2,500

$2,212

$2,279

$2,000 $1,500 $1,000

$1,363

$840

$1,002

$1,520

$1,532

$1,594

$1,039

$500 $0

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Greenacres Royal Palm Beach

Palm Springs

General Government

Lantana

Jupiter

Public Services

Wellington Lake Worth Palm Beach North Palm Beach Gardens Beach

Culture / Recreation

Riviera Beach

Public Works

Cost Per Resident: Total annual expenditure for government services and Fire MSTU divided by City population. Figures based on 2020 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

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A SAFE COMMUNITY

Shop with a Cop Event

Law Enforcement Services PALM BEACH COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE DISTRICT 16

The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO) has now been serving the Greenacres Community - District 16 for six (6) years. PBSO has fostered a partnership with Greenacres City staff, local businesses, non-profit organizations, and community leaders. PBSO’s primary goals are to provide professional law enforcement service and vigorously pursue those who commit serious crimes. PBSO- District 16 continues to subscribe to a predictive policing approach with its enforcement efforts, and continues to provide sustainable solutions to combat criminal activity.

PBSO and the City of Greenacres are committed to a shared vision of professional service and will continue to collaborate together to ensure the citizens of Greenacres have a safe environment to live. PBSO’s commitment to quality public service remains steadfast and we will always selfevaluate to ensure we are providing the most effective police service.

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T R A I N I N G

• • • •

A large emphasis continues to be made on District 16 members obtaining both foundational and advanced training courses.

There is large priority being placed on Supervisors attending supervision and leadership courses.

Altogether, a total of 2,964 documented training hours were completed.

Most of the training was completed while having to contend with COVID restrictions.

REDUCTION IN STOLEN VEHICLES

37%

33%

REDUCTION IN BUSINESS BURGLARIES

100%

REDUCTION IN

CONSTRUCTION BURGLARIES

38% REDUCTION IN

RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES 2021 MONTHLY ENFORCEMENTS INITIATIVES

• High Profile

Saturation Patrols

• Traffic Initiatives • Homeless Intervention Operations

AGENCY COMMENDATION

BICYCLE GIVEAWAY THANKSGIVING TURKEY GIVEAWAY SHOP WITH A COP

COMMITMENT

SOCIAL DISTANCING EVENTS

SUCCESS 2021

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CITY OPERATIONS Fire Rescue Engine 94

Fire Rescue / EMS CITY OF GREENACRES

Greenacres Fire Rescue provides fire suppression and medical response to a response area of 5.79 square miles of land area and 0.07 square miles of water area. Additionally, we provide fire and medical response services for the City of Atlantis, Florida with a land area of 1.39 sq. miles. Greenacres Fire Rescue currently protects these areas from two (2) strategically located fire stations. The following chart shows Fire/EMS activities.

ALS Transport

2,139

Average Response Time

5.47 mins.

BLS Transport

834

Blood Pressure Screenings

52

CPR Certifications

15

Fire Calls

98

Fire Related Calls

380

Alarms/Smoke Scare, Gas Leaks

General Service Calls

6,737

Medical Service Calls

6,259

Patients Treated

5,729

Station Tours / Total Participants

31 / 438

We currently respond with a minimum of 13 personnel, including a Battalion Chief, who are dual certified as Firefighter II and either EMT or Paramedic, on two front line Advanced Life Support fire trucks and three front line Advanced Life Support Type 1 ambulances.

The average daily responses from both stations is currently one of the highest in palm Beach County at 18.6 calls for service in a 24-hour period. The Department optimizes patient care by maintaining rapid response times, enhanced training, and implementation of proven techniques, combined with the most advanced emergency medical protocols available.

Moreover, we continue to engage the public by offering community outreach programs such as, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) classes, blood pressure screenings, health fairs, school demonstrations, and public awareness lectures.

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Fire Prevention & Protection The program focuses on protecting people and property from fires through the reviews of building construction plans for compliance with life/safety codes and providing public fire safety education.

1,849 FIRE SAFETY INSPECTIONS

4 FIRE SAFETY PROGRAM

FIRE INVESTIGATIONS CONDUCTED

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CONSTRUCTION PLANS REVIEWED FIRE LOSS APPROXIMATE VALUE OF PROPERTY

305

$338,250 STATION 94

STATION 95

2995 So. JOG ROAD

5095 HAVERHILL ROAD

Headquarters

GREENACRES, FL 33467

GREENACRES, FL 33463

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This program provides a review of residential and commercial construction plans and field inspections to ensure compliance with adopted building construction and life safety codes.

2,701

666

CASES COMPLETED

PERMITS ISSUED

9,255

TOTAL INSPECTIONS

Emergency Management This program provides for developing plans of action for when disaster strikes, deploying first responders and emergency services in the disaster area, and restoring and repairing critical infrastructure. These efforts are coordinated with the County, State, and Federal governments that have various lead roles. The City updates its plan annually to ensure that all City Departments have up to date Continuity of Operation Procedures (Coop) in place.

1,379

BUSINESS TAX RECEIPT

RENTAL BUSINESS TAX

1,714

CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY

10

$37,508,283

cases processed

3,866

FINES COLLECTED

2021 ESTIMATE CONSTRUCTION VALUE

Public Facilities Maintenance This program focuses on the inspection and maintenance of public facilities to ensure their safety to users. The City’s public facilities are comprised of public buildings, parks, road rights-of-way, streets, sidewalks, medians, roadway signage and lighting, and storm drainage systems, including inlets, pipes, lakes, and canals.

Maintain

72

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VIOLATION INSPECTIONS

$11,831

This program provides for the detection, investigation, and elimination of violations of City laws relating to zoning (property use), property maintenance standards, and nuisances.

697

Permits & Inspections

646

CITY PARKS

STORMWATER STRUCTURES

Medians

Passport Intake Facility

School Crossings

The City of Greenacres serves as a Passport Acceptance location. Once the intake process has been completed at our office, your passport application is then forwarded to a U.S. Department of State Passport Agency for processing.

Although offices were suspended or by appointment only during the onset of COVID-19, services did resume to continue service.

The Palm Beach County Sherrif’s Office (PBSO) School Crossing Guards play an important role in the community by protecting the lives of school children who walk and bike ride to and from school. Crossing Guards provide safety awareness and education to children teaching them safe crossing techniques and educating them on various pedestrian and bicycle safety laws.

3,219

PUBLIC SERVICES

Code Enforcement

12

5,577

APPLICATION PHOTOS

TOTAL PASSPORTS PROCESSED IN 2021

PASSPORT ACCEPTANCE FACILITY HOURS

8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

CROSSING GUARDS

48

12 GREENACRES SCHOOLS

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AN ATTRACTIVE COMMUNITY

Empire Park

Freedom Park

Community Activities Covid-19 Recovery As the City continues to return to pre-pandemic operations, The Federal government provided $61k in CARES Act funds which was used for emergency related expenses and $20.5M in American Rescue Plan funds to be used to support long term public safety and Youth Programs needs.

Zoning, Land Use & Development Activities

Maintenance of Community Assets

1

Acres Mowed in Public Parks

68

Commercial Square Footage Approved

23,961

Athletic Courts

23

Greenacres introduced interactive art to the community beginning with a bright and beautiful wall mural at Samuel J. Ferreri Community Park. The mural highlights our youth and all the play options the City has to offer, capturing the Greenacres community spirit. Several utility boxes at various locations/ intersections throughout Greenacres have also been updated with photographic art, depicting our history, people, nature and services.

New Dwelling Units Constructed

0

Athletic Fields

9

Previously Approved Dwelling Units Constructed

5

Lane Miles of Pavement

45.8

Site Plan Amendments

7

Miles of Alleyways

5.56

Site Plan Approvals

3

Playground Structures

13

Arbor Day Celebration

Temporary Use Permits

14

Public Buildings

17

Variances

2

Trees in Parks and Public Grounds

4,830

Zoning Inspections

43

Trees in Parks & Public Rights-of-Way

1,983

Art in Public Places

Our annual Arbor Day Celebration was held on May 14, 2021, at Freedom Park. Children from the City’s Youth Programs helped plant trees, and this year marked the 30th consecutive year that the City received the Tree City USA Award.

Hosting an annual Arbor Day celebration is just one of the many requirements the City of Greenacres must accomplish in order to receive the Tree City USA Award.

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Annexations

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FISCAL YEAR 2021 On an annual basis, the City adopts a Capital Improvement Program which identifies new equipment and facilities needed to accommodate new growth and replacement of equipment and infrastructure that has outlived its useful life.

The program is funded by impact fees paid by developers of commercial and residential projects and by grants. The following is a sample of budgeted projects undertaken in FY2020.

Park Improvements • • • •

Park Improvements Completed the construction of large pavilion, Bankshot Basketball and (4) Pickleball Courts at Freedom Park.

Completed the conversion of two baseball/softball fields to soccer fields at the north end of Freedom Park.

Resurfaced basketball courts at Bowman Park.

Public Facility Renovations • • • •

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS

Capital Improvements

Original Section Drainage Improvements Phase VII The City completed improvements for Phase 7 of an overall eight (8) phase plan to provide drainage improvements for the City’s Original Section after street flooding during Tropical Storm Isaac from August 2628, 2012.

The proposed project will create an engineered drainage system to collect, store, and convey stormwater runoff from the lots along Fleming, Jennings, Perry and Martin Avenues and Swain Boulevard between Biscayne Drive and 10th Avenue North. The stormwater will be discharged into the First Street drainage system (installed with CDBG 2014-2015 funds) and the L-11 Canal (existing, maintained by the Lake Worth Drainage District and upgraded with CDBG 2018-2019 and 20192020 funds).

The phased drainage improvements will significantly resolve the identified problem and improve living conditions in this part of the City’s Original Section. The Phase 7 project was funded in part with a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.

Resurfaced the parking area at Fire Rescue Station 94.

Completed the painting of the exterior walls and the roof of the south pavilion/restroom building at Freedom Park.

Completed the renovation of restrooms, report room and kitchen at FR 95.

Completed remodeling of restrooms at FR 94/PBSO District 16.

Roads & Drainage • • • •

Resurfacing of Appian Way, Centurion Circle, Centurion Way, Constantine Circle and Nicia Way (Palm Beach Villas II) Completed 3 out of 6 sections of City-wide sidewalk enhancement project.

A drainage structure on Biscayne Drive was rehabilitated to reduce flooding.

Completed the LED upgrades of streetlights on City roadways.

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Samuel J. Ferreri Community Park

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PROGRAMS & SPECIAL EVENTS Bringing people together through community, special events, recreational and educational classes and activities. Programs available include athletic programs, facility rentals, Little Free Library, and Educational & Athletic Scholarship programs., and the Annual Photo Contest. The food distribution and walk-up food pantries continue to be a main focus to assist the community, and we have added the new Let’s Talk Community Conversations presentations focused on health, wellness, and personal safety. These sessions are offered free of charge to the community, and additional information can be found on our website.

The Greenacres Community Center serves as a focal point for a large portion of the community and provides programs by vetted instructors. It offers our residents of all ages, and our growing business community, a convenient and friendly environment for a variety of programs and services. Classrooms provide for an array of activities catering to the youth, adult and senior communities. At times the Center is also open for large community events, depending on size, and rental spaces are also provided.

The City installed an additional three (3) new Little Free Libraries in 2021 totaling 24 to date, due to the generosity of our patrons who help maintain an extensive inventory of over 5,000 books. We are grateful for our amazing Library Stewards who continue to assist in keeping the units organized, clean, and fully stocked with bilingual and trilingual books, and for the generous donations and assistance from our community.

Banquet Facility

Greenacres schools received $25,000 in the form of school supplies to include backpacks and all necessary schools supplies needed, plus gym uniforms.

Our Banquet Facility seats 160 guests and includes a catering kitchen, restrooms, classroom, and administrative offices. The facility provides the public with a functional, affordable and centrally located option for weddings, parties, seminars, workshops, meetings, graduation ceremonies and more.

Senior Activities

A special thank you to the generosity of our local businesses; Greenacres Nissan, Waste Management, Bingo Magic, The Glasser family, Humana, Ed’s Food & Deli, Tapatia Supermarket, NCJWC, After Hours Pediatric, Ms. Glatter, Dr. Sternheim, and numerous private donations.

Athletics The City’s athletic fields were utilized an average of six (6) days per week in 2021.

Popular athletic uses are basketball, soccer, and volleyball for both recreational and competitive play. Athletic use in 2021 resulted in 400 adults and 535 youth participating.

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The City is grateful for the partnership with CROS Ministries for the new bimonthly walk up Food Pantry on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of every month.

This new partnership served 872 households and 2,330 people in 2021.

2021 EVENT ATTENDEES

COMMUNITY CENTER PATRONS SERVED

8,200

28,605

BANQUET FACILITY GUEST CAPACITY

1,469

PARK PAVILION & FIELD RENTALS

PHOTO 1 ANNUAL CONTEST

INDOOR FACILITY RENTALS

1

INDOOR GYM

4

CLASSROOMS

TESTS PERFORMED at

1,877

Our Seniors enjoyed socializing with each other while participating in many of our programs. Programs provided include the M-W-F weekly game sessions, weekly food pick-ups, monthly birthday parties, Paint & Sip, fun photo booths, ice cream social, and bingo games, ending with a memorable Thanksgiving and Christmas luncheon, complete with a visit from Santa and their favorite Mariachi Band.

Backpacks & School Supply

CROS Ministries Walk-Up Food Pantry

160

Little Free Library

799

Greenacres Community Center

GREENACRES COVID-19 TESTING SITE

SENIOR EVENTS

9

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COMMUNITY LIFE & LEISURE

Community & Recreation Services

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Community Events 2021 ANNUAL EVENTS

Artzy Event at City Hall An outstanding showcase of the City’s local school talent and creative businesses, performances, gorgeous visual arts displays including a colorful Junkanoo Band in bright costumes transformed City Hall.

Over 1,500 spectators enjoyed the live performances, art and various cultural displays, with food, beverages, and City give-a-ways.

Egg’stravaganza The City collaborated with local talent, businesses, Greenacres Fire Rescue and PBSO to organize a Spring Parade with baskets, free eggs, and of course the Easter Bunny, to spread joy and fun to over 1,200 residents in two (2) of the City’s mobile home communities, through generous donations from local businesses.

Fiesta de Pueblo A City co-sponsored cultural event organized by the Puerto Rican Hispanic Chamber of Commerce usually held early in January was modified as a Three Kings drivethrough candy distribution at the Samuel J. Ferreri Community Park.

Ignite the Night

Rock ‘n’ Roll Sunday

Independence Day was celebrated with a family-friendly event, hosting approximately 5,500 attendees, Live music, food, fun, amusements and much more was enjoyed by all, concluding with the Zambelli fireworks display, lighting up the night sky and finishing the evening.

A City co-sponsored Veteran’s fundraising event featuring a classic car show, motorcycles, rock and roll music, vendors, food, beer, and plenty of fun.

Many City events were canceled again this year, or modified due to the Pandemic. The five (5) events hosted by the City had a combined attendance of over 8,200 attendees with a 96% satisfaction rate from attendees.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

Youth Programs AFTERSCHOOL & CAMPS

Camp Programs Camp programs provide a fun, educational, safe, and structured environment for children in Kindergarten through the 12th grade. This year our program provided 45 days of full-day, hands-on programming. Over 100 children participated in camps that included a variety of educational activities and field trips.

C.A.R.E.S. Program The Children Are Really Extra Special Program is a nationally accredited, licensed year-round afterschool program serving 60 elementary school age children on a daily basis. This successful program provides opportunities such as field trips, computer instruction, art expression, and daily homework assistance.

C.A.R.E.S. is a Quality Improvement System (QIS), maintenance level program.

Teen Programs This licensed program provides services and activities year-round to over 25 middle and 25 high school youth, developing leadership skills, community involvement and career development.

Students are involved in S.T.E.A.M activities and numerous community service projects as well as career exploration, internship opportunities, and college tours. Our Teen Program is also a QIS program, helping shape future community leaders through structured programming.

The City of Greenacres Youth Programs Department operates a Nationally Accredited outof-school time program that provides after-school and camp programs. It is licensed through the Palm Beach County Health Department, with a current licensed capacity of 150.

This inclusive year-round program provides services to all elementary, middle, and high school youth in Palm Beach County.

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PROPERTY TAX PER PERSON

FISCAL YEAR 2021

Property Taxes As required by Florida law, on an annual basis the City of Greenacres sets a property tax rate, also referred to as the “millage rate”. Property taxes are calculated by multiplying the millage rate times each $1,000 of the assessed property value determined by the County Property Appraiser. See example below: Assessed Property Value - Homestead Exemption = Taxable Amount $1,000 x Millage Rate = Taxes Paid to City

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Property tax revenues are affected by new construction, existing property values, and the property tax rate. In 2021, the City collected $13.2 million in property taxes, which was approximately $1.04 million greater than 2020 due to an increase in property values. The property tax millage rate stayed the same at 6.40 mills. In evaluating property taxes, rates alone do not provide an objective measure of what residents pay for government services. An objective measure is the Property Tax Per Person which takes into account the millage rate, total taxable values, and the total population.

The following chart shows that the City of Greenacres has the lowest per capita tax among the ten (10) largest cities in the County, clearly demonstrating that our residents have the lowest property tax burden.

GREENACRES PROPERTY TAX REVENUE

$ 9.9

$372

Royal Palm Beach

$480

Lake Worth Beach

$563

Boynton Beach

$665

Wellington

$913

Jupiter

$959

Boca Raton

$1,009

West Palm Beach

$1,061

Delray Beach

$1,212

Palm Beach Gardens

$1,406

Total revenue generated from property taxes divided by the City population. Based on 2020 Palm Beach County Property Appraiser Report.

TREE CITY USA

$13.9

$13.2

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT FOR EXCELLENCE IN FINANCIAL REPORTING FOR ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT

30th CONSECUTIVE YEARS

30 TH CONSECUTIVE YEARS

2020

$20.5 million AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN

ACHIEVEMENT POPULAR

DISTINGUISHED BUDGET PRESENTATION AWARD

$4

ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT

2017

2018

2019

FISCAL YEAR

2020

2021

2022 *

$76,652

J.A.G. GRANT

$2 $0

OUTSTANDING

CARES ACT GRANT FUNDS FOR COVID EXPENSES

$10,458

$6

$ 9.0

$10

$11.3

$12

$12.2

$14

$8

GREENACRES

GRANT FUNDING

$16

MILLIONS

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY

Fiscal Responsibility

LAW ENFORCEMENT

{*Budgeted Number}

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FIVE - YEAR FINANCIAL SUMMARY

A L L G O V E R N M E N TA L F U N D S Governmental Revenues Taxes

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021 $ 22,379,232

$ 16,205,819

$ 18,117,913

$ 19,734,733

$ 20,604,647

Permits and Franchise Fees

2,720,616

2,627,886

2,470,583

2,513,630

2,909,876

Intergovernmental

5,310,832

5,517,752

5,862,915

5,418,045

6,205,402

Charges for Services

3,614,726

3,561,148

4,077,524

4,717,765

5,343,468

Fines and Forfeitures

126,688

111,778

96,233

49,946

106,333

Impact Fees

291,477

108,167

113,768

9,722

326,321

Investment

105,563

256,298

673,416

490,797

49,879

Contributions

25,612

10,383

16,927

34,391

72,049

Rental Income

507,844

566,025

648,026

592,821

665,826

Miscellaneous Revenues

102,308

134,043

288,537

74,427

199,080

$29,011,485

$31,012,393

$33,982,662

$ 34,506,190

$ 38,257,466

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

$ 3,336,982

$ 3,584,908

$ 3,828,807

Public Safety

17,007,595

17,864,359

18,777,411

19,309,347

20,095,196

Transportation

1,505,029

1,582,775

1,730,683

1,645,482

1,644,209

Culture/Recreation

1,868,310

2,053,816

2,050,276

1,903,240

2,019,718

Physical Environment

2,001,145

1,927,759

1,920,540

2,579,962

2,592,697

Capital Outlay

2,688,119

3,235,853

4,059,837

3,498,900

3,297,461

403,211

403,193

403,206

403,168

403,126

Total:

$28,810,391

$30,652,663

$32,770,760

$33,541,151

$34,315,869

Increase (Decrease) in Fund Balance:

$

$

$ 1,211,902

$

Total:

Governmental Expenditures General Government

Debt Service

201,094

359,730

$

4,201,052

965,039

$

4,263,462

$

3,941,597

The five (5) year financial summary shows the total revenues and expenditures for all governmental funds. The City maintains eleven (11) governmental funds: the General Fund, four (4) Special Revenue Funds, one (1) Debt Service Fund, and five (5) Capital Projects Funds. The City adopts an annual balanced budget for all funds and maintains a fund balance for each of those funds, the largest of which is the General Fund with a minimum unassigned fund balance of 25% of expenditures.

The complete audited Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, is available on the City's website at www.greenacresfl.gov.

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Greenacres At-a-Glance 2021 FISCAL YEAR DEMOGRAPHICS

ECONOMICS

Population (BEBR)

Gross Taxable Property Value (2020)

43,990

as of April 1, 2021

44,549

Age & Gender (Census 2020)

Property Tax Rate

$6.40/$1,000

Fiscal Year 2021 Total Budget

$38,571,215

Male

18,674

Business Tax Receipts

1,714

Female

21,271

Rental Business Tax Receipts

1,379

Under 5 Years

2,132

5 - 19 Years

7,962

20 - 64 Years

23,403

65 and Over

6,449

Total Housing Units

4,867

Multi Family

12,486 $280,880

Condominiums

$120,238

Town Homes

$150,769

Median Family Income (2020)

MAYOR & FIVE (5) COUNCILMEMBERS

Commercial

9% 1% 15%

Developed

97%

Undeveloped

3%

Parks

$49,884

142 FULL-TIME

Elementary Schools

5

Middle Schools

3

High Schools

1

Private

Tree City USA Designation (since 1992)

1

Post Office

1

CITY OFFICIALS (as of September 30, 2021) Joel Flores

Mayor

John Tharp

Councilmember District 1

Peter A. Noble

Councilmember District 2

Judith Dugo

Councilmember District 3

Jonathan G. Pearce

Councilmember District 4 Councilmember District 5

Passive (.50 Acres)

2

Paula Bousquet

Local County (1,700 Acres)

1

Andrea McCue

CITY SERVICES

COUNCIL MEETINGS HELD

6:00 p.m.

1st & 3rd MONDAY/MONTH

MEETING SESSION BEGINS

30 Years

Library

12

EMPLOYEES

3

Primary & Secondary Schools

Active (94.1 Acres)

CITY

1926 GREENACRES INCORPORATED

10%

Study Area/Roads/Canals

34 PART-TIME

CITY OFFICIALS

65%

Mixed Use

FOUNDER

LAWRENCE CARTER SWAIN 1864-1944

Residential Public

Average Assessed Values (2020) Single Family Homes

% of Total

Land Use

17,675

Single Family

5.84 Sq. Miles

Land Area

Housing (2020)

Public

OTHER

LAND USE

38.4

Median Age (Years)

24

$1,972,254,912

City Manager

GREENACRES IS LOCATED

COUNCIL / MANAGER

• ADMINISTRATION • COMMUNITY & RECREATION SERVICES • DEVELOPMENT & NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES • FINANCE • FIRE RESCUE • LAW ENFORCEMENT (PBSO) • PUBLIC WORKS • YOUTH PROGRAMS

IN

CENTRAL PALM BEACH COUNTY FLORIDA

FORM OF GOVERNMENT

43,990

as of April 1, 2020

EDUCATION

POPULATION

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VISIT GREENACRES

Visit Greenacres COMMUNITY ATTRACTIONS

Airport

City Parks - More!

• Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) Distance 19 mins

• Gladiator Park 4759 Gladiator Circle

Ballfields / Multi-Use • Freedom Park

- 4 Soccer Fields

• Ira Van Bullock Park - 1 Multi-use Field - 1 Baseball Field • Samuel J. Ferreri Community Park - 1 Multi-use Field - 1 Baseball Field • Veterans Park - 1 Multi-use Field

City Facilities • Community & Recreation Services 501 Swain Boulevard

• Greenacres Freedom Park 2400 Pinehurst Drive • Heather Estates Park 3851 Heather Drive West • Ira Van Bullock Park 520 Perry Avenue • Oasis Park 460 Jackson Avenue • Ramblewood Park 6535 Ramblewood Circle • Rambo Park 3595 So. 57th Avenue • Samuel J. Ferreri Community Park 2905 Jog Road • Veterans Memorial Park 6250 Purdy Lane

• Fire Rescue Station 94 & PBSO District 16 2995 So. Jog Road

Cultural Entertainment

• Fire Rescue Station 95 5095 Haverhill Road

• • • • • • •

• Greenacres City Hall 5800 Melaleuca Lane • Greenacres Community Hall (Afterschool Programs) 501 Martin Avenue • Old City Hall 500 Perry Avenue • Public Works 5750 Melaleuca Lane

City Parks • Bowman Park 4750 Bowman Street • Burrowing Owl Park 2655 Sherwood Forest Boulevard • Empire Park 4429 Empire Way • Friend Park 5265 10th Avenue North

Artzy Evening Daddy/Daughter Dance Eggstravaganza Fiesta de Pueblo Holiday in the Park Ignite the Night Rock-n-Roll Sunday

Reception Facilities •

Greenacres Community Center Banquet Hall 501 Swain Boulevard - Banquet Room Rentals - Catering Kitchen - Dance Floor - Full Banquet Hall - Media Package

Recreation Facilities • Greenacres Community Center 501 Swain Boulevard

Shopping • Buttonwood Plaza 3074 Jog Road • Greenacres Plaza 3905-3985 Jog Road • Mil Lake Plaza 4515 Lake Worth Road • Riverbridge Center 6790 Forest Hill Boulevard • Trafalgar Square 6300 Forest Hill Boulevard • Woodlake Plaza 5801 Lake Worth Road

Cultural Exhibit

Walking / Biking Trails

• Greenacres Historical Society 301 Swain Boulevard

• City Hall - Walking Trail 5800 Melaleuca Lane

Library

• Pinehurst Drive Pathway Bicycle & Pedestrian Path 3000 Pinehurst Drive

• Little Free Libraries Visit Community & Recreation Services Online • Palm Beach County Library Greenacres Branch • StoryWalk Stations - Freedom Park - Samuel J. Ferreri Community Park

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Directory CITY OF GREENACRES

EMERGENCY SERVICES  GREENACRES FIRE RESCUE Emergency - Fire / Medical Services General Non-Emergency Service

LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES - POLICE 911 561-642-2129

CITY OF GREENACRES CITY HALL LOBBY - General Information

561-642-2000 www.greenacresfl.gov

www.instagram.com/cityofgreenacres/

www.youtube.com

https://twitter.com/citygreenacres/

DEPARTMENTS ADMINISTRATION Career Opportunities City Clerk / Passport Service City Manager Mayor & City Council

561-642-2011 561-642-2006 561-642-2017 561-642-2017

BUILDING DEPARTMENT Building Inspections / Permits Business Registration

561-642-2052 561-642-2053

CODE ENFORCEMENT DEPARTMENT 561-642-2043

COMMUNITY & RECREATIONAL SERVICES Administration 561-642-2181 Community Center / Rentals 561-642-2090 DEVELOPMENT & NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES Engineering 561-642-2054 Planning / GIS 561-642-2054

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911 561-688-5210

DEPARTMENTS continued

www.facebook.com/cityofgreenacres/

General Contact

PBC Sheriff’s Office (PBSO) - District 16 General - Non-Emergency Service

FINANCE DEPARTMENT General Contact

561-642-2013

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY General Contact

561-642-2033

PUBLIC WORKS Administration Solid Waste Bills Garbage / Recycling Collection

561-642-2071 561-642-2013 561-642-2071

PURCHASING General Contact

561-642-2030

YOUTH PROGRAMS (After-School & Camps) Administration

561-642-2193

LOCAL RESOURCES UTILITIES AT&T: Residential Business Comcast Cable

(Xfinity-Digital Cable, Internet, Phone)

Florida Power & Light (FPL) Florida Public Utilities (Gas) PBC Water Utilities Solid Waste / Recycling

1-877-737-2478 1-866-620-6900 1-800-934-6489 561-697-8000 561-832-0872 561-740-4600 561-642-2071

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FACILITY LOCATIONS

City Facility Locations ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES

Greenacres City Hall 5800 Melaleuca Lane, Greenacres, FL 33461

Community & Recreation Services 501 Swain Boulevard, Greenacres, FL 33463

Fire Rescue Headquarters - Station 94 and PBSO-District 16 2995 So. Jog Road, Greenacres, FL 33467

Fire Rescue Sub Station 95 5095 So. Haverhill Road, Greenacres, FL 33463

Historical Society Museum & PBSO C.O.P. Unit 301 Swain Boulevard, Greenacres, FL 33463

Public Works Facility 5750 Melaleuca Lane, Greenacres, FL 33463

Youth Programs 501 Martin Avenue, Greenacres, FL 33463

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Palm Beach County WIC Center 5985 10th Avenue No., Greenacres, FL 33463

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