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VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA
VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NOVEMBER 13, 2008
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pat Watkins at 8:00 p.m. A roll call was taken by
Village Clerk McWilliams. Present were: Mayor Pat Watkins, Vice-Mayor Calvin Turnquest,
Council Member Vince Arena, Council Member Jim Humpage, and Council Member Tom
Paterno. Also in attendance were: Village Manager Michael R. Couzzo Jr., Village Attorney
Trela White, Village Clerk McWilliams, and Department Heads.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Watkins gave the invocation followed by the pledge to the flag.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
• Vice-Mayor Turnquest removed Items 3, 4, and 6 from the Consent Agenda for
discussion.
• Council Member Paterno removed Items 7, 8 and 9 from the Consent Agenda for
discussion.
• Mayor Watkins and Council Member Paterno noted they had items to discuss under
Any Other Matters.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the Agenda as amended; seconded
by Vice-Mayor Turnquest; motion carried by unanimous 5-0 vote.
PRESENTATION:
1. Presentation of Red Cross Certificate to Mr. Bonito
Mayor Watkins presented Mr. Bonito with a certificate of recognition from the Red Cross
for his emergency efforts on the Gulf Coast.
STANDING REPORTS
• Village Attorney
Advised Council the "Let Us Vote" initiative passed and provided a short summary. She
spoke with the Jupiter Inlet Colony attorney regarding the Fire /Rescue contract;
however, their Council had not reviewed the information.
• Village Manager
Village Manager Couzzo acknowledged the efforts and professionalism of staff during
the residential house fire. He commented on the combined agency and staff efforts
during a difficult time.
CONSENT AGENDA
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the following Consent Agenda as
amended; seconded by Council Member Paterno; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
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2. MINUTES: 10/9/08 Regular Meeting Minutes
3. Resolution 46-08. Renewing Agreement for Eleven (11) Months from Terracon
Services, Inc. for Maintenance of Dover Ditch and Russell Street Retention Areas in the
Amount of $13,402.95 and for the Maintenance of Country Club Drive and Seabrook
Road in the Amount of $14,074.94 REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
4. Resolution 47-08, Awarding proposal to Highway Technologies of Clearwater, Florida
for the purchase of two (2) message boards in the amount of $34,750.00 REMOVED
FROM CONSENT AGENDA
5. Resolution 48-08, Awarding proposal to Bobcat of Palm Beach for the Purchase of a
S175 Bobcat in the amount of $22,593.56 with Trade-in of Backhoe Attachment
6. Resolution 50-08, Awarding a proposal from Stinger Systems of Tampa for 18 S-200
Projectile Stun Guns Systems in the amount of $17,662.00 REMOVED FROM
CONSENT AGENDA
7. Resolution 51-08, Increasing General Fund #001 Budget by $229,173.09 to Budget
Revenues from Insurance Premium Tax Revenues and Increase an Equal Amount in
the Pension Contribution Expenditures in the Police and Fire Departments REMOVED
FROM CONSENT AGENDA
8. Resolution 52-08. Rolling FY 2008 Encumbrance Funding into FY 2009 REMOVED
FROM CONSENT AGENDA
9. Resolution 53-08. Approval of FY 2007-2008 Year End budget Adjustments
REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
10.
DUPLICATE
11. Council Re-appointment for Board of Adjustment Members:
• Jon Newman, Regular Member -three year term beginning 11/13/08 and
ending 11/13/11
• Bernard Ward, Alternate Member -two year term beginning 11/13/08 and
ending 11/13/10
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12. Council Approval of Memorandum of Understanding between the Village of
Tequesta and the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
Drivers License or Motor Vehicle Record Data Exchange
13. Council Approval of Mutual Aid Agreement between the Village of Tequesta and
Palm Beach County for Sexual Predator /Offender Tracking Task Force
14. Council Approval of Personnel Policy Revisions and Addition
END OF CONSENT AGENDA
3. Resolution 46-08. Renewing Agreement for Eleven (11) Months from Terracon
Services, Inc. for Maintenance of Dover Ditch and Russell Street Retention Areas in the
Amount of $13,402.95 and for the Maintenance of Country Club Drive and Seabrook
Road in the Amount of $14,074.94
Attorney White read the Resolution title into the record.
Vice-Mayor Turnquest asked about going out for RFP and Mr. Russell Whi#e, Director of
Public Works noted the Village was happy with the services provided and that there had
not been an increase in several years.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Item 3; seconded by
Council Member Patemo; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
4. Resolution 47-08, Awarding proposal to Highway Technologies of Clearwater, Florida
for the purchase of two (2) message boards in the amount of $34,750.00
Attorney White read the Resolution title into the record.
Vice-Mayor Turnquest asked about the dimensions and item specifications of the
message boards to which Mr. Russell White, Director of Public Works explained.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Item 4; seconded by
Council Member Patemo; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
6. Resolution 50-08, Awarding a proposal from Stinger Systems of Tampa for 18 S-200
Projectile Stun Guns Systems in the amount of $17,662.00
Attorney White read the Resolution title into the record.
Vice-Mayor Turnquest inquired on if the stun guns had been tested by the officers and
on the officers and asked about the distribution of voltage to which Police Chief
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McCollom advised the officers would each take a hit prior to carrying the gun. He
explained the trigger would discontinue after 4 (four) seconds and would re-charge
itself. Council Member Humpage noted there was a camera onboard the device.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Item 6; seconded by
Council Member Paterno; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
7. Resolution 51-08, Increasing General Fund #001 Budget by $229,173.09 to Budget
Revenues from Insurance Premium Tax Revenues and Increase an Equal Amount in
the Pension Contribution Expenditures in the Police and Fire Departments
Attorney White read the Resolution title into the record.
Council Member Paterno asked for an explanation of the item and Ms. JoAnn Forsythe,
Director of Finance provided an overview. Council Member Humpage noted these were
funds received; Council Member Paterno reminded Council investment income was
down for all pensions. Ms. Forsythe advised these were unrealized losses.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Item 7; seconded by Vice-
Mayor Tumquest; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
8. Resolution 52-08. Rolling FY 2008 Encumbrance Funding into FY 2009
Attorney White read the Resolution title into the record.
Council Member Paterno asked what the unused $74,000 was under "Water Plant
Expansion" and Mr. Couzzo, Village Manager explained train design.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Item 8; seconded by Vice-
Mayor Tumquest; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
9. Resolution 53-08. Approval of FY 2007-2008 Year End budget Adjustments
Attorney White read the Resolution title into the record.
Council Member Paterno inquired on the unrealized loss to the State Board of
Administration (SBA) and asked the status of other funds. Ms. JoAnn Forsythe, Director
of Finance explained Fund A made money and that this was Fund B where
questionable securities were placed. Village Manager Couzzo advised 97% of Village
funds invested in SBA were in Fund A.
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MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Item 9; seconded by
Council Member Patemo; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS
• Mr. Russell von Frank, 489 Dover Road, asked what the bridge would cost, commented
on attending a Pension Board meeting and noted investments were down 7°!0,
discussed an IRS excise fee, and spoke about a PBA meeting with Detective Weinblatt
and Chief Weinand.
• Mr. Vincent Amy, 56 River Drive, thanked Council for offering the minutes via the
website.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL
• Vice-Mayor Turnquest appreciated the swift actions of the Fire and Police departments
regarding the fire and complimented the staff involved.
• Council Member Humpage noted over $21,000 was raised during the Public Safety
Memorial Golf Tournament and asked the Mayor to assist in developing a letter of
thanks to the celebrity donors.
• Council Member Paterno advised Council there would be a Jupiter Inlet Park dedication
ceremony on December 5, 2008 at 1:00 p.m.
• Council Member Arena complimented Russell White, Director of Public Works as the
community's unsung hero and provided accolades to the election workers and Ms.
Campbell for her dedicated service to the election process.
• Mayor Watkins complimented the Fire, Police, and Public Works departments for their
assistance to during the fire. She mentioned the re-appointments to the Board of
Adjustment and reminded Council and residents of the upcoming Harvest Festival.
REGULAR AGENDA
NEW BUSINESS
15. Award of Engineering Contract for Tequesta Bridge
After detailed Council discussion, Richard Dube, 7 Country Club Circle, asked Council to hire
only US citizens to work on the bridge.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the work authorization, cost
estimate, proposed draft timeline, bridge elevation alternate #2 and bridge cross section
alternate #7, 2 an 3; seconded by Vice-Mayor Turnquest motion carried unanimously 5-0.
16. Authorizing the Public Safety Pension Board and General Employee Pension
Board to Conduct an Impact Study of the Following Conditions and their
Financial Ramifications (Short and Long Term) on these Plans:
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• Plan Assumptions vs. Actual Returns
• Mortality Tables Utilized for Actuarial Reports vs. Current Trends
• Future Plan Contributions Based on Market Conditions and Economic
Trends
• Actuarial Considerations of all Income Effecting Pension Payouts and
Liabilities
• Revising Actuarial Assumptions Based Upon Modified Forecasts and
Models
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Item 76; seconded by
Council Member Patemo; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
17. Ordinance 17-08, First Reading, annexing two (2) parcels of real property comprising
of a total of 8 acres, more or less, located at 4534-4546 County Line Road
Attorney White read the title to Ordinance 17-08 into the record.
Mayor Watkins opened the public hearing to Council for comment. Vice-Mayor
Turnquest thanked the applicant for his willingness to annex into the Village. Council
Member Humpage commented on the second paragraph of the County letter regarding
an 80-foot right-of-way. Ms. Catherine Harding, Director of Community Development,
believed the County was suggesting to reserve the right-of--way along County Line Road
at the time of development.
There being no further comments, Mayor Watkins opened the hearing to the public.
There being no public comments, Mayor Watkins closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Ordinance 17-08 on First
Reading; seconded by Vice-Mayor Turnquest; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
18. Ordinance 18-08, First Reading, Adding bakery to permitted uses in the MU Zoning
District
Attorney White read the title to Ordinance 18-08 into the record.
Mayor Watkins opened the public hearing to Council for comment. There being no
Council comments, the Mayor opened the meeting to the public for comment. Ms.
Geraldine Genco-Dube, 7 Country Club Circle, believed this would be a Comp Plan
Amendment and asked who would pay the legal fees and suggested making some
items conditional improvements such as compliance on parking. Attorney White
advised it would not be a Comp Plan Amendment and only a retail use.
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MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Ordinance 18-08 on First
Reading; seconded by Vice-Mayor Tumquest; motion carried 4-1 with Council Member
Patemo in dissent.
19. Ordinance 19-08, First Reading, Updating the Sign Code due to other Changes in the
Code of Ordinances
Attorney White read the title to Ordinance 19-08 into the record.
Mayor Watkins opened the hearing to Council for comments. There being no
comments, she opened the meeting to the public for comments. There being no public
comment, she closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Ordinance 19-08 on First
Reading; seconded by Vice-Mayor Turnquest; motion carried 3-2 with Council Member
Patemo and Council Member Arena in dissent.
20. Ordinance 20-08, First Reading, Amending the Code of Ordinances to Chapter 10 -
Animals, Article I, II and III
Attorney White read the title to Ordinance 20-08 into the record.
Mayor Watkins opened the hearing to Council for comments. There being no
comments, she opened the meeting to the public for comments. There being no public
comment, she closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Ordinance 20-08 on First
Reading; seconded by Council Member Patemo; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
21. Ordinance 21-08, First Reading, Amending the Code of Ordinances Chapter 42,
Article II, Section 42-37 -Law Enforcement Off Duty Services -Direct Compensation
Attorney White read the title to Ordinance 21-08 into the record.
Mayor Watkins opened the hearing to Council for comments. Consensus of Council
agreed to ensure the officers continue to receive the same amount of pay and no out of
town use of police cars would be allowed for off duty details. There being no further
comments, Mayor Watkins closed the public hearing to Council and opened the meeting
to the public.
Ms. Marsha Nielson commented on the administration fee on top of the old rate and Mr.
Russell von Frank commented on payment of workers compensation.
There being no further public comments, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Ordinance 21-08 on First
Reading; seconded by Council Member Patemo; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
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22. Ordinance 22-08. First Reading, Adopting New Chapter 63 to be Entitled Right-of--Way
Attorney White read the title to Ordinance 22-08 into the record.
Mayor Watkins opened the hearing to Council for comments. Consensus of Council
agreed that new or 50% improvements to property would require underground lines.
There being no additional comments, she opened the meeting to the public for
comments. There being no public comment, she closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Ordinance 22-08 on First
Reading; seconded by Council Member Patemo; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
23. Resolution 45-08. purchase from Garber Chevrolet Buick Pontiac GMC of Green Cove
Springs two Chevrolet Impala Police Cars in the Amount of $32,794.00
Attorney White read the Resolution title into the record.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Resolution 45-08;
seconded by Vice-Mayor Tumquest; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
24. Resolution 49-08, Opposing any Change in the Village's Water Rate Making Authority
Established by the Florida Legislature in Section 180.91, F.S.
Attorney White read the Resolution title into the record.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Resolution 49-08;
seconded by Vice-Mayor Tumquest; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
25. Council Discussion and Approval of Girl Scouts Sponsorship Request
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of a $500 donation to the Girl
Scouts; seconded by Council Member Patemo; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
26. Council Discussion and Approval of Jupiter Lighthouse and Museum Donation
Request
Consensus of Council agreed to table for future discussion
ANY OTHER MATTERS
• Council Member Paterno believed the Village needed to be more aggressive with the
Jupiter Inlet Colony issue. Council Member Humpage suggested a workshop to plan a
strategy with the Village Attorney. Council Member Paterno noted Jupiter Inlet Colony
paid less than Village residents. Consensus of Council agreed to request a spot on the
December Jupiter Inlet Colony agenda to discuss the issue. Council Member Paterno
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suggested the Audit Committee do more than select the auditors and the auditors
should go to the committee with questions. Consensus of Council agreed that at this
time the Audit Committee was tasked with selection of the Auditor. Council Member
Paterno commented on a program called E-Verification that verified citizenship and
suggested the Village begin using the software. He commented on Cornerstone
property and suggested the Village negotiate with the bank to purchase the property.
Consensus of Council authorized Council Member Paterno to represent Council in
negotiations with the bank and come back to Council.
Richard Dube suggested Council contact Mr. Mastriani regarding his property which
would increase tax revenues; Geraldine Genco-Dube believed the Cornerstone property
would make a good place for the Lighthouse Center for the Arts.
Council Member Paterno noted the Palm Beach County Intergovernmental Association
was a different committee than he believed; he commented on the Supreme Court case
regarding monuments and suggested Council keep an eye on Jupiter's Riverwalk
project as they have suggested using Tequesta parking lots for overflow.
• Council Member Arena suggested a workshop on water rates and Consensus of
Council agreed to send residents a letter from the Mayor and Council explaining Council
was holding the line on water rates as long as possible. Council Member Arena asked
to discuss the Business Forum during the January meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved to adjourn, seconded by Council Member Arena,
the motion to adjourn carried unanimously 5-0; therefore, the meeting was adjourned at 10:48
p. m.
Respectfully submitted,
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