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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHistory_News Article_New Village HallF ~~ ,~ ~;~~ ` ~ fl .a ~" -~ ~ , ~' k u ~ ° ~~r.~ r '• ~ e ~~~~' t -`~ ~ y '~ ~ ~~ie~ ~~ - -•} ~ ~~ •~ ~, N' w ne v iuuge u~ iec~uesiu lvervs~eu~ Mayor '~ ~~:~~ The dictionary defines a Village as, "smaller than ~~ ~~ ~i~.F ~ y a town but larger than a 4; ~ hamlet , sounds like a place everyone would want ~: ~_ ~ ~~._~, to live. ~_f ~f'y.J i ~Im "umpage 2006 has been a wonderful year for the Village especially with the completion of our new Village Ill. Residents may now come to one location for all their needs. Up-grades to Constitution and Tequesta Park have been completed, complementing our expanding recreation department. Our linear park along Old Dixie is enjoyed by many and adds to Tequesta's green space. After many hours of hard work, Staff and Council completed the 2007 budget, and you'll be pleased to know the financial health of the Uillage is excellent. Looking ahead in 2007, Tequesta will celebrate its' 50th anniversary. Between June 2nd and 4th many activities are planned for this special time. Former Mayor Dorothy Campbell and a hard working committee are pressing forward with four days of fun and entertainment for all to enjoy. The Village continues to improve the quality of life for residents such as the installation of street lights and sidewalks. Also scheduled for this year is the improvement of the Tequesta Drive and Old Dixie intersection in cooperation with Palm Beach County. The South Cypress Drive improvements will begin shortly, complementing an aging commercial area. In closing I would ask every citizen to come to our Council Meetings and take part in the operation of your government. It is your input and suggestions that help Staff and Council understand the pulse of the community and your vision for the Uillage of Tequesta. ~~ Mayor larch 2007 NEW VILLAGE HALL OPENS . r~" ~~ 'wh! ,~~. . .~ I/ Top left, Entrance to Village Hall Top right: Plaque dedicated to residents Middle left: Catherine Harding, CD Director (standing) greets residents Middle right, Esther Bagq (2nd left) helping to cut the ribbon tower left, Picture of Cake tower left, Residents streaming inside after the ceremony The notice had been short but our dedicated citizens were not missing the opportunity to attend the opening of their Village Hall. By 1:30 in the afternoon a few persons had already started to arrive. Specially invited guest Esther Bagg who celebrated her 100th birthday a few weeks ear- lier, was on hand to help with the ribbon cutting. The official program started with Mayor Jim Humpage's welcome, followed by an invocation by Police Chaplain, Pastor Paul Beresford. Vice-Mayor Tom Paterno, Council Members Geraldine Genco and Pat Watkins were also on hand to address the gathering and spend some quality time with the citizens that they represent. After the ribbon cutting, came the cake cutting, much to the delight of the young ones in tow. Refreshments were served and then it was time for guided tours of the building. Uillage Manager Michael Couzzo, Jr and the department heads were on hand to chat with the citizens and answer their questions. The favorite stops were the Council Chambers and the Community Development department where persons were able to view a large map of the Village. All too soon it was over, but a great time was had by all. Village of Tequesta PRESORTED STANDARD Village Manager's Office U.S. POSTAGE P. 0, Box 3273 PAID Tequesta, FL 33469-0273 WEST PALM BEACH, FL PERMIT # 2073 With the holidays fast approaching, the staff hurriedly unpacking boxes in their new home and many people juggling a hectic, social schedule, coordinating the Village Hall opening was no easy feat. All concerns dissipated however as the 9th of December dawned with perfect clear-blue skies. The building glistened as only new buildings can, while pots of bright red poinsettias pulsed everywhere. ~~° • Pro'ects l d " ! • U dates ~~~ ~ p ,~, • Information o ~. ~t~ ~o~, k.Now? You can access the following documents and publications on our website at www.tequesta.org • The Village Code • Minutes and Agenda • Parks & Recreation Leisure Time Schedule • Smoke Signals Newsletter Utility Bill Payment ~~ The Village of Tequesta now has a Utility Bill Payment Drop box located at the front of the Tequesta Village Hall at 345 Tequesta Drive, for your conven- ience. If you have any questions, please call 561-575-6230. Got a Question? Find contact information at: to uesta.or q g COUNCIL MEMBER GERALDINE GENCO RESIGNS Council Member Geraldine Genco handed in her resignation at the January 11 Council Meeting, citing personal reasons. This decision, which took effect on January 31st, b r i ngs the number of open seats on the Village Council to four. Ms. Genco has ~. diligently served the residents of Tequesta for the past seven years, ~ where she was Mayor between 2001-2003. / , 1 Village Council Actions at the Regular Council Meeting November 2006 -January 2007 • Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding for participation of the Tequesta Police Department in the Palm Beach County Multi-Agency Violent Crimes Task Force. • Approval of a minor site plan revision for Casa Del Sol, creating connectivity between adjacent properties. • Approval of the execution of an Interlocal Agreement between the Village of Tequesta and the Town of Jupiter and Palm Beach County for the operation and maintenance of the South Cypress Drainage System. • Approval of a contract with JLH Associates for preparation of an Evaluation & Appraisal Report (EAR) in the amount of $35,000.00, required to amend the comprehensive plan. • Approval to award a bid to Hertz Equipment Rental, of Riviera Beach, Florida in the amount of $27,000.00 for the purchase of a B125 Mini Excavator. • Council appointment of Mr. Carl Hansen as a resident member of the "General Employees Pension Fund Board of Trustees': • Approved revisions to Michael R. Couzzo, Jr:s, Village Manger, employment contract • Presentation of In-Car Mobile Technology for the Police Department. • Approved the Final Plat Plan for The Preserve of Tequesta, formerly known as The Crossings. • Declared Seat 5 of the Village Council to be constructively vacant and placing it on the Ballot for the March 2007 General Election of the Village of Tequesta. • Approved Ordinance 610 creating sexual offender and sexual predator regulations, providing a separation requirement of 1,000 feet from the residences of sexual offenders and predators and certain permitted uses. • Revised contract to Stericycle, Inc. for proper disposal of bio-hazardous waste generated on Emergency Medical calls. • Approval to award a bid proposal to Sheehan Turf Care, Inc., of Tequesta, Florida, in the amount of $21,348.00. • Approved the proposal from Car-Comm, Inc. for the conversion of mobile radios for the Village of Tequesta Police Department in the amount of $6,824.00. • Approved proposals for the purchase and implementation of Phase II of the Information Technology (IT) Network for the Uillage of Tequesta in the amount of $81,093.93; Argent Systems, Inc. $42,637.88; Hewlett Packard $38,456.05. • Approved proposal from Duval Ford, of Jacksonville, Florida, for two Ford Expeditions per the Florida Sheriffs Association Bid Award 06-14-0821 in the amount of $50,916.00. • Approved calling for a General Municipal Election to be held Tuesday, March 13, 2007, and if necessary the Municipal Run-Off Election to be held Tuesday, March 27, 2007, for the purpose of electing Council seats 2 and 4; designating polling locations, election officials, and inspectors of election; and establishing election procedures. • Approved temporarily supplementing the requirement of Section 2-251 of the Village of Tequesta Code of Ordinances that Poll Workers /Election Board for the General Municipal Election scheduled March 13, 2007, (and if necessary the Municipal Run-Off Election March 27, 2007), have to be qualified voters in the Village by allowing the Poll Workers /the Election Board of the election to be qualified voters in Palm Beach County for the March 2007 Municipal Elections. • Approved Rachlin Cohen & Holtz LLP, as the Village of Tequesta's auditors for Fiscal Year ending September 30, 2006 for a fee not to exceed $55,305.00. UPCOMING VILLAGE MEETINGS: Planning and Zoning Advisory Board Meetings -1st Thursday of the month- 6:30 p.m. Regular Council Meeting - 2nd Thursday of the month, 7p.m. Special Master Hearing- 4th Thursday of the month, 10 a.m. In an effort to ensure that the Uillage of Tequesta maintains the tradition of being one of the finest places in the county to live, the Tequesta Police Department is reorganizing and implementing a new neighborhood watch pro- gram. Through education, diligence and working together with the members of this community, we will be able to identify problem areas and deter crime. Neighborhood Watch is one of the oldest and most effective crime prevention programs in the county, bringing citizens together with law enforcement to deter crime and ma ke our communities a safer place. Neighborhood Watch can trace its roots back to the days of colonial settlements, when night watchmen patrolled the streets. The modern version of Neighborhood Watch was developed in response to requests from police chiefs and sheriffs who were looking for a crime prevention program that would involve citizens and address an increase in crime trends. Since the times of past, many things have changed and with the world becoming more advanced, so have the criminals and not to mention the graffiti that tends to surface within our area and the rest of the county. This program is being put together by and for the citizens of the Village of Tequesta and will be facilitated through the Police Department. This is your program! We will be here for any resources that are needed to facilitate this program. By building a partnership with each other and watching out for our neighbors and our community, we will ma ke this the best and stro ngest program in the State of Florida. Since Officer Cooper started canvassing the Village in an effort to find volun- teers and ideas, he has found great support and a genuine interest from the citizens of this community to have this program back in their neighborhoods. The police department is currently seeking volunteers to help get this program off the ground. Anyone who is interested in being a volunteer, please contact Officer David Cooper at 561-744-4041 or by email at dcooper@tequesta.org `~ ~ ADMINISTRATION PARKS & RECREATION 575-6200 (Fax) 575-6203 EXT: 575-1897 (Fax) 575-7307 EXT: Michael Couzzo, Village Manager 204 Greg Corbitt, Director 247 Debra Telfrin, Executive Assistant 201 Tequesta Park 248 Skate Park/Adult Program 575-1285 Clerk's Office Youth Rec, Programs, Summer Lori McWilliams, Uillage Clerk 244 Camps & Special Events 575-1897 Sharifa Tharpe & Betty Laur 243 Human Resources POLICE Merlene Reid, HR Manager 256 (Fax) 575-6218 Robbie Russo, HR Generalist 200 Police Administration 744-4010 Chief William McCollom 744-4019 COMM. DEVELOPMENT Non-Emergency : 575-6210 575-6220 (Fax) 575-6224 Catherine Harding, Director 220 PUBLIC WORKS Maureen Mcguiness, 575-6240 (Fax) 575-6245 Building Permits & Licenses 225 Marilou Kuper, Admin. Sec. 220 UTILITIES Joe Petrick, Code Compliance 221 575-6234 (Fax) 575-6245 Al Blanchard, Inspections 223 Russell K. White, Public Services, Manager 233 Mark McClintock, Tech. Supervisor 260 FINANCE DEPT 575-6207 (Fax) 575-6232 WATER DEPARTMENT Jody Forsythe, Director 207 Customer Svc. 575-6230 (Fax) 575-6232 Patrice Monaco, Asst. Director 206 Renee Rebecchi 230 Lorraine Ferina 231 FIRE: (Fax) 575-6239 WATER PLANT Fire Administration 744-4051 575-6235 (Fax) 575-6241 Chief James Weinand 744-4056 Non-Emergency: Roy Fallon, Chief Water Plant Operator 235 After Hours & Weekends 744-4050 ',~~ ~,. F~.~'~' , ,~ FREE AARP TAX PREPARATION SITES - NORTHERN PALM BEACH COUNTY To assist residents, trained and tested volunteers will be at the AARP- Tax Aide sites listed below between February 1 - April 16, 2007. All seniors and low/mod- erate income individuals are welcome. There are no charges for the service and no appointments are recessary. Taxpayers are asked to bring their 2006 W-2s and 1099s and other tax papers for 2006, along with a copy of their 2005 tax return to the site. Individuals should also have proper ID. The Tequesta site has been consolidated into the Jupiter site. Jupiter Recreation Center 210 Military Trail Jupiter9:OOam - 1:OOpm Mon, Wed, Fri North Palm Beach Village Hall 510 U.S. Highway 1 North Palm Beach 9:OOam - 1:OOpm Mon, Tue, Fri North County Regional library 11303 Campus Drive Palm Beach Gardens 10:30am - 2:30pm Fri North County Senior Center 5217 Northlake Blvd Palm Beach Gardens 12:OOnoon - 4:OOpm Mon, Wed Saint Mary's Hospital 90145th Street West Palm Beach 9:OOam - 1:OOpm Wed lake Park library 529 Park Avenue Lake Park 9:OOam - 1:OOpm Sat Veterans Admin Medical Center 7305 N. Mi litary Trai l Riviera Beach 1:OOpm - 5:OOpm -Tue 9:OOam -1:OOpm -Wed Riviera Beach City Hall 601 W. Blue Heron Blvd Riviera Beach 9:OOam - 1:OOpm Tue, Thu ~~ ~~~~r~t~ The Village of Tequesta will hold a Regular and a Special Municipal Election on Tuesday, March 13, 2007, and if necessary, a run-off on Tuesday, March 27, 2007. The candidates are as follows: Seat 1* Peter C. Mollengarden Daniel J. Amero Seat 2 Patricia S. Watkins (incumbent -uncontested -automatically wins seat) Seat 4 Thomas J. Paterno (incumbent) Vincent J. Arena, III Steve Okun Seat 5** Calvin D. Turnquest (uncontested -automatically wins seat) * Special Election -Seat 1 will serve the un-expired term of former Council Member Genco ** Special Election -Seat 5 will serve the vacant seat 5 with special considerations per Resolution 32-06/07 The polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The locations are as follows: Precinct 1072, Precinct 1075, and Precinct 1076 Tequesta Recreation Center, 399 Seabrook Road Precinct 1077 and Precinct 1079 First Baptist Church of Tequesta, 423 Tequesta Drive For additional information contact the Village Clerk, Lori McWilliams, at 575-6200 ext. 244 or 243. ~i Updates and information will follow as planning for the Celebration continues. For information, contact Geoff Go(dsbury - (561) 744-3382 / Sparky1275@aol.com EMPL 0 YEE MOVEMENTS November 2006 -January 2007 NEW HIRES Name Department Position Start Date Debbie Telfrin Admin Executive Asst to Village Manager 11-3-06 Carlos Morales Public Works Maintenance Worker 11-13-06 Lori McWilliams Clerk's Office Village Clerk 1-03-07 LEAVING US Name Department Position Departure Date Gwen Carlisle Clerk's Office Village Clerk 11-2-06 Robert Neier Police Police Officer 11-3-06 Daniel Soltis Utilities Service Tech Trainee 11-17-06 Max Lally Police Police Officer 11-25-06 Bob Garlo Public Works Asst VM/Public Works Director 11-27-06 Katherine Hatos Police Exec. Asst. to Police Chief 12-12-06 Daniel Gallagher Human Resources P/T Risk Manager 12-23-06 Mark Heynes Public Works Maintenance Worker 1-22-07 Gunner Boalt Utilities Service Tech Trainee 1-26-07 The Village of Tequesta will be celebrating 50 years on June 4, 2007, and preparations for the Celebration have begun. You can't miss our beautiful, black and gold celebration banners that have been installed on light poles within the Village. The Village's GOLDEN Tribute Celebrations will run from June 2 - 4, 2007. Some of the events under consideration include: • Employee Appreciation Celebration • GOLDEN Tribute Parade • Village Green Festival following the parade • Run for the GOLD and Children's "50"yard dash • Lucky Duck Race on the Loxahatchee River • Golf Tournament with a GOLDEN Ball Drop • Village Open House • Village Ha(( Reception for local Dignitaries ~E=rick sales for a Commemorative Golden lNalk Employee Chris Dittmeier got more than he bargained for when he tried to check a water meter on 55 Pine Tree Place in the Tequesta Country Club. To his surprise, a beehive was in the meter box and he stung on his cheek. But Chris was not deterred. He returned with spray in hand and completed his job. ~.,.~ ti . -R 3 4 M ~ s4¢ r `~, ~ - , 1 stick butter, softened 1 cup sugar 1 egg 3 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons lemon zest 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1l8 teaspoon salt Beat butter until smooth, add sugar until well blended, add egg, lemon juice and zest until blended. In separate bowl combine flour, baking powder and salt, gradually add this mixture to butter mixture at low speed till blended. Preheat over to 350, grease cookie sheets, place cookies 1" apart, bake about 15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. SMOKE SIGNALS is published by the Village of Tequesta Manager's Office Editors: Merlene Reid, Robbie Russo Produced by: Printed by: GLENN GRAPHICS SIR SPEEDY PRINTERS 21 Hepburn Ave., Suite 26 US Hwy, One Jupiter, FL 33458 Tequesta, FL 33469 ALL IN A DAY'S WORK...