The Regular City Commission Meeting for Deerfield Beach, Florida, held on May 9, 2025, addressed several key topics, including lease negotiations, community events, and local safety concerns.

The meeting commenced with a discussion on lease negotiations involving a tenant. Commissioner Hudak emphasized the importance of the negotiation process, stating that the proposed amount of $157,500 was reasonable. He noted that the city would also benefit from an assignment of claims from the tenant, allowing the city to pursue any claims against the previous tenant. This negotiation was approved unanimously by the commission.

Following the lease discussion, the meeting transitioned to comments from the administration and legal representatives. The city attorney indicated that there would be an update regarding the Live Local Act at the next meeting, as the bill had not yet been signed into law. The city manager had no comments to provide.

Commissioner Hudak then took the opportunity to wish all mothers a happy Mother's Day, highlighting the upcoming Bruising Blues event and reminding constituents of his Saturday office hours for personal meetings.

Commissioner Shanitzky provided updates on various community issues, particularly in Century Village. He reported on a recent meeting where the director of code enforcement discussed the city's amnesty program, which runs from April to September and aims to address fines within the numerous associations in the area. He also mentioned the upcoming introduction of the new public safety director to address safety concerns in Century Village, as well as ongoing efforts to repair fallen light poles and restore LED street lighting.

Additionally, Commissioner Shanitzky shared information about a town hall meeting held in Crystal Lake regarding stormwater construction aimed at preventing flooding. He noted that a meeting would be set up with the Broward Sheriff's Office to discuss traffic concerns and a coyote issue affecting the area.

The meeting concluded with a focus on community engagement and ongoing efforts to address local safety and infrastructure needs. The next steps include further discussions on the Live Local Act and continued collaboration with residents to improve safety and quality of life in Deerfield Beach.