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VILLAGE OF TEQUESrI'A
Post Office Box 3273 • 250 Tequesta Drive, Suite 300
Tequesta, Florida 33469-0273 (561) 575-6200
Fax:(561) 575-6203
MINUTES
REGULAR VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA
THURSDAY, DULY 11, 2002, 7:00 P.M.
399 SEABROOK ROAD
TEQUESTA, FLORIDA 33469
I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The Village Council of the Village of Tequesta held a Regular Village Council
meeting on July 11, 2002. Mayor Genco called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.,
and Village Clerk Wolcott called the roll. MEMBERS PRESENT:
Councilmember Russell J. von Frank, Councilmember Edward D. Resnik, Mayor
Geraldine A. Genco, Vice Mayor Joseph N. Capretta, and Councilmember Basil
E. Dalack. ALSO PRESENT: Village Manager Michael R. Couzzo, Jr., Village
Clerk Mary Wolcott, and Department Heads. Village Attorney John C. Randolph
was absent.
U. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Dalack led the citizens in singing "America the Beautiful," and
led the Pledge of Allegiance.
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Councilmember von Frank requested a resolution to reaffirm a referendum as far
as building the Village Hall under ANY OTHER MATTERS.
Councilmember Dalack stated related to Village Hall, I'd like to put on the
Agenda discussions for proposals of funding Village Hall, and I believe we need
another closed door session with the Village Attorney with the JMZ litigation
before the Summary Judgment Hearing on September 20.
MOTION: Councilmember von Frank moved to approve the Agenda as amended,
seconded by Councilmember Resnik; motion carried 5-0.
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IV. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Resolution No. 67-01/02—A Resolution of the Village Council of the
Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach County, Florida, establishing during
December of each year an annual "Volunteer Recognition Day," with
an appropriate event, for the purpose of recognizing and thanking
every resident/volunteer on each of our Village committees/boards
who have, during the prior year, through dedicated service on these
committees/boards, contributed to the enhancement of Village
administration and operations for the benefit of all residents of
Tequesta.--Councilmember Edward D. Resnik
Councilmember Resnik stated two meetings ago he read a proposal into
the meeting to honor volunteers. The Mayor said we should run it through
the Council the next meeting. We are doing it in the form of a Resolution
to establish a day and event at which they can be recognized. In addition,
there is an independent judgment of the members of the council, such as
Vice Mayor Capretta selected for Mr. Ficker to be honored.
MOTION: Councilmember Dalack moved to approve Resolution No. 67-01102,
seconded by Councilmember von Frank; motion carried 5-0.
Councilmember Resnik read Resolution No. 67-01/02 by caption only.
B. Continued Council discussion regarding a conceptual plan for the
future Village Hall. —Village Manager Michael R. Couzzo, Jr.
Village Manager Couzzo remarked this is a continued discussion because
Council asked that we look at downsizing the cost and physical structure
of the new Village Hall. We believe a project within a two million dollar
scope is reasonable, and it looks feasible that a one-story building can be
placed at the 350 Tequesta Drive site. We would be able to put a well in
at a later date because of the downsizing.
Vice Mayor Capretta asked if we were committed to Song because she
was a very expensive operation, and recommended we should sit back and
look at the whole proposition. The only thing we know for sure is where
we are going to build it. There is an affordability issue. We need to take
our time and do it right. We are not under any pressure to put the well in.
We have time to do this right.
Mayor Genco acknowledged Village Manager Couzzo has determined we
don't need a 15,000 sq. ft. building. He now needs to bring to us a draft of
exactly what he feels the needs are. I do not feel this means we are tabling
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the project, just evaluating it and figuring what we are going to do and
how we are going to pay for it. We want to incorporate this into the
budget process.
Village Manager Couzzo stated as far as the architect is concerned, we
have not entered into a contract for full schematics. She was chosen by a
procedure following State statute. We could go with Gee and Jensen since
they are the Village architect, or we would have to go back out into the
bidding process.
Mayor Genco noted she would like to go out to bid_ Village Manager
Couzzo responded it is a lengthy process.
Mayor Genco commented since this Council, in part, and residents have
been integral in bringing it to this place in time, they should bring it to
concept.
Village Manager Couzzo explained what is going on at that site [now] is a
campus concept. There were significant character differences between the
structure Song had and the one now. They should complement each other.
The space designs are already laid out as far as administration is
concerned.
Mayor Genco commented I think one of the things we all would want are
the buildings to act in unity with each other.
Vice Mayor Capretta stated the company working on the Public Safety
Facility has proven an ability to work with our staff and get things on
time.
Councilmember Resnik stated he thinks we should offer Song +
Associates and Gee and Jensen the opportunity to submit a bid for doing a
design based on the requirements.
MOTION: Councilmember Resnik moved to do a formal request to both Song
and Associates and Gee and Jenson without an RFP, subject to the attorney
reviewing these actions.
Roll call vote:
Councilmember Resnik
aye
Vice Mayor Capretta
aye
Councilmember von Frank
nay
Councilmember Dalack
aye
Mayor Genco
aye
Motion carried 4-1.
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V. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Village Council Regular Meeting Minutes of June 13, 2002.—Village
Clerk Mary Wolcott
B. Closed Door Session Meeting Minutes of June 13, 2002.—Village
Clerk Mary Wolcott
C. Board of Adjustment Public Hearing Minutes of May 20, 2002.—
rillage Clerk Mary Wolcott
D. Special Master Code Enforcement Hearing Minutes of May 23,
2002.—Village Clerk Mary Wolcott
E. Resolution No. 53-01/02—A Resolution of the Village Council of the
Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach County, Florida, awarding to Hill
Kelly Dodge, Pensacola, Florida, a purchase of a 2002 Dodge Durango
4x4 in the amount of $29,415.00 from account No. 001-192-560-600,
having a FY 01/02 budget allocation of $34,200.00, and authorizing
the Village Manager to execute the purchase on behalf of the Village,
and repealing Resolution No. 11-01102.—Finance Director JoAnn
Forsythe
F. Resolution No. 54-01/02—A Resolution of the Village Council of the
Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach County, Florida, supporting a Palm
Beach County Referendum regarding the underground installation of
electric transmission and distribution lines. Mayor Geraldine A.
Genco
MOTION: Councilmember Resnik moved to approve the Consent Agenda,
seconded by Councilmember von Frank, motion carried 5-0.
VI. DEVELOPMENT MATTERS
A. Consideration of waiving Comprehensive Plan amendment fees in
relation to annexation of Zaino's property. —Community Development
Director Jeffrey C. Newell
Community Development Director Newell stated Mrs. Zaino would like to
sell the property, there are several parties interested, and she is asking us
to at least consider deferring the Comp Plan fees.
Mrs. Zaino stated when I was coming into the Village before, it was told
to me I wouldn't have any fees, and that is why I came to Tequesta to
annex. I was in the county, but to get the two lots in the back zoned
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commercial now, it is $9,000.00. Scott Ladd and some other people said
to me there wouldn't be fees. Now I am having trouble.
Mayor Genco stated I think we are meeting you halfway in deferring the
payment, if you are agreeable to that.
Mrs. Zaino stated she was not happy, but she has no choice.
MOTION: Vice Mayor Capretta moved to defer fees until the property is sold or
the building is CO V,, seconded by Councilmember Dalack; motion carried 5-0.
B. Consideration of approval of land development permit application for
Willow Glen Subdivision. —Community Development Director Jeffrey
C Newell
Community Development Director Newell stated the client is here for land
development, and he is cleared to proceed with development as the code
requires. The code requires it to come to Council for approval.
MOTION: Councilmember Resnik moved to approve the land development
application for Willow Glen Subdivision, seconded by Councilmember von Frank,
motion carried 5-0.
VII. COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS
Dottie Campbell, Tequesta Drive, requested permission from the Council
to put the lamppost on the comer by her house back together. I get
conflicting reports that it is the Village's responsibility. FPL has
condemned it. I want permission to put it back together. Plus they are
putting the poles unevenly.
Village Manager Couzzo said let me take a look at it and I will give you a
definitive answer. We can probably give you an answer on Monday.
Dottie Campbell also stated the mock election is Saturday and they are
only doing 20 plus units. It will be held in Chasewood Publix. And lastly,
I saw a wonderful Charlie Chaplin movie called Sin Lights. I wish he
could do another called Village Lights. Depending on my moods, I could
laugh or cry.
Village Manager Couzzo stated the problem is really with FPL. It is a
process we have little control over.
Public Works Director Preston mentioned FPL has delayed this project on
several occasions. Some of the lights are under spaced. We are trying to
stagger them 100 to 150 ft apart. Whenever possible, we are alternating.
Trees will be trimmed.
VIIII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Resolution No. 55-01/02—A Resolution of the Village Council of the
Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach County, Florida, setting the proposed
ad valorem millage rate for the Village of Tequesta for Fiscal Year
2002/2003 at a millage rate of $6.7305 per $1000.00 of assessed value,
and the computed rolled -back millage rate of $6.3994 per $1000.00 of
assessed value. Finance Director JoAnn Forsythe
Mayor Genco read Resolution No. 55-01/02 by caption only.
Finance Director Forsythe stated the Resolution needed to be amended to
take the dollar signs from out in front of the 6.7305 and 6.3994, and make
them mils per $1000.
MOTION: Councilmember Dalack moved to approve the amended version of
Resolution No. 55-01102, seconded by Councilmember Resnik; motion carried 5-
0.
Mayor Genco read the amended version of Resolution No. 55-01/02 by
caption only.
B. Adoption and announcement of the date, time and place of the first
and final budget hearings to consider the proposed millage rate and
tentative budgets —Finance Director JoAnn Forsythe
1. First Public Hearing —September 12, 2002 (during Regular
Council Meeting); 7:00 p.m.; Tequesta Recreation Center, 399
Seabrook Road, Tequesta, Florida.
2. Final Public Hearing —September 26, 2002; 6:00 p.m.;
Tequesta Recreation Center, 399 Seabrook Road, Tequesta,
Florida.
Finance Director Forsythe stated during the budget workshop the
Council will be reviewing the actual budget, and as required by
law we will have two public hearings on the budget after the
workshop, and on the millage rate.
Mayor Genco requested that people come to the workshop to make
comments as to how we will be making the budget. It is my
opinion it is much smoother that way. We have information well
organized now so we can get through it right away.
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MOTION: Councilmember Resnik moved to accept the dates of
September 12 and September 26, seconded by Councilmember Dalack;
motion carried 5-0.
C. Resolution No. 56-01/02—A Resolution of the Village Council of the
Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach County, Florida, approving a
proposal from David Brooks Enterprises, Palm Beach Gardens,
Florida, for the relocation of the electrical service to well #7; service to
the fountain of Village Green Park, and the demolition of the existing
pump control structure, in the amount of $70,324.00, with funds being
appropriated from Water Utilities, and authorizing the Village
Manager to execute the applicable contract on behalf of the Village. --
Village Manager Michael R Couzzo, Jr.
Mayor Genco read Resolution No. 56-01/02 by caption only.
MOTION: Councilmember Remiik moved to approve Resolution No. 56-011102,
seconded by Councilmember von Frank, motion carried 5-0.
D. Resolution No. 57-01/02—A Resolution of the Village Council of the
Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach County, Florida, approving of the
purchase and installation of audiovisual equipment for the
Emergency Operations Center of the Public Safety Facility at 357
Tequesta Drive, in the amount of $53,520.00 from MCSI, Inc. of Ft.
Lauderdale, Florida, per Florida State Contract #880-001-01-1, to be
paid out of account 303-332 664.603, having a FY 2001/2002 budget
allocation of $237,670.00, and authorizing the Village Manager to
execute the applicable documents on behalf of the Village. Fire Chief
James M. Weinand
Mayor Genco read Resolution No. 57-01/02 by caption only.
Fire Chief Weinand stated we will receive a grant to offset the extra
expense for the new equipment.
MOTION: Councilmember Resnik moved to approve Resolution No. 57-01.102,
seconded by Vice Mayor Capretta; motion carried 5-0.
E. Resolution No. 58-01/02—A Resolution of the Village Council of the
Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach County, Florida, approving the
purchase and installation of a phone and paging system, for the Public
Safety Facility at 357 Tequesta Drive, in the amount of $46,579.25
from Advanced Communication Solutions, Inc., of Deerfield Beach,
Florida, to be paid out of account 303-332 664.603, having a FY
2001/2002 budget allocation of $237,670.00, and authorizing the
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Village Manager to execute the applicable documents on behalf of the
Village. —Fire Chief James M. Weinand
Mayor Genco read Resolution No. 58-01/02 by caption only.
Chief Weinand stated this is a phone and paging system for interfacing
with our other system. We allocated a little more in the budget for this.
MOTION: Councilmember von Frank moved to approve Resolution No. 58-
0I%02, seconded by Councilmember Resnik; motion carried 5-0.
F. Resolution No. 59-01/02--A Resolution of the Village Council of the
Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach County, Florida, approving of the
purchase and installation of Communications Center Equipment, for
the Public Safety Facility at 357 Tequesta Drive, in the amount of
$115,430.75 from Car -Comm, Inc., of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida,
per invoice 02-209459, to be paid out of account 303-332 664.603,
having a FY 2001/2002 budget allocation of $237,670.00, and
authorizing the Village Manager to execute the applicable documents
on behalf of the Village. Police Chief Stephen J. Allison
Mayor Genco Read Resolution No. 59-01/02 by caption only.
r) Police Chief Allison stated this is for the equipment. Very early on in this
project, it was our goal to have a sole source vendor, they came highly
recommended to us and worked closely with the design phase. We are
piggybacking with an existing governmental contract. Some monies will
be reimbursed by Palm Beach County.
Councilmember von Frank asked if it is expandable to other counties.
Police Chief Allison stated we can talk to other counties now, but this can
expand it. Palm Beach County EMS is trying to use a remote location. A
week ago Monday they were impressed by the structure of our building, so
we will now be the host, instead of Jupiter.
MOTION: Councilmember Resnik moved to approve Resolution 59-01'02,
seconded by Councilmember von Frank; motion carried 5-0.
G. Resolution No. 60-01/02—A Resolution of the Village Council of the
Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach County, Florida, awarding a contract
to Rood Landscape Co., Inc., of Tequesta, Florida, in the amount of
$116,987.66, for Swale and landscape improvements on Country Club
Drive, having a FY 2001/2002 Capital Improvement Fund allocation
of $130,000.00 and authorizing the Village Manager to execute the
applicable contract on behalf of the Village. —Public Works Director
Gary Preston
Councilmember von Frank read Resolution No. 60-01/02 by caption only.
Public Works Director Preston stated this is the final section of Country
Club Drive. Rood Landscaping indicated they will be ready to start on
August 16'y'.
MOTION: Councilmember Resnik moved to approve Resolution No. 60-
01;'02, seconded by Councilmember von Frank, motion carried 5-0.
H. Resolution No. 61-01/02--A Resolution of the Village Council of the
Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach County, Florida, declaring October
19, 2002 as a day of celebration and dedication of the new Public
Safety Facility, recognizing the contributions of the Police and Fire
Departments, and encouraging all residents to be present for the
opening of this hallmark facility at 10:00 a.m.—pillage Manager
Michael R Couzzo, Jr.
Councilmember Resnik read Resolution No 61-01/02 by caption only.
Village Manager Couzzo said I think it is appropriate to dedicate it in a
special fashion. I would like to get some direction from you all for the
type of ceremony you would like to put forth —it is up to your judgment, I
do not have a budget.
MOTION: Councilmember von Frank moved to approve Resolution No. 61-
011,02, seconded by Councilmember Resnik, motion carried 5-0.
I. Resolution No. 62-01/02—A Resolution of the Village Council of the
Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach County, Florida, establishing a
Public Safety Memorial Reserve, for the purpose of accumulating
funds for the design and construction of a Police and Fire Memorial to
be located at the new Public Safety Facility. —Village Manager
Michael R. Couzzo, Jr.
Councilmember Dalack read Resolution No. 62-01/02 by caption only.
Village Manager Couzzo stated this will allow for Finance to set up an
accounting system to receive contributions for the Police and Fire
Memorial.
MOTION: Councilmember von Frank moved to approve Resolution No. 62-
01 '02, seconded by Vice Mayor Capretta; motion carried 5-0.
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I Resolution No. 63-01/02—A Resolution of the Village Council of the
Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach County, Florida, approving a Fee
and Cost Agreement from Public Affairs Consultants, Tallahassee,
Florida, for representation before the Florida Legislature for one
year, in the amount of $3,000.00 per month, with funds being
appropriated from account number 001-990-599.902, Contingency
Fund, and authorizing the Village Manager to execute the agreement
on behalf of the Village. —Tillage Manager Michael R Couzzo, Jr.
Mayor Genco read Resolution No. 63-01/02 by caption only.
Mayor Genco explained that excess water can be reallocated to different
areas. There is a tremendous fear that our community will be seriously
affected, and it behooves us to do what we can to be sure we get the
attention we need. This is essentially the reason we are looking at getting a
public affairs consultant for lobbying purposes.
MOTION: Vice Mayor Capretta moved to approve Resolution No. 64-01102,
seconded by Councilmember Resnik, motion carried 5-0.
K. Resolution No. 64-01/02—A Resolution of the Village Council of the
Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach County, Florida, approving and
implementing the findings and recommendations of the Compensation
Study for the Village of Tequesta, Senior Management and
Department Heads, prepared by Analytica/Human Resource
Performance Consultants —Village Manager Michael R Couzzo, Jr.
Vice Mayor Capretta read Resolution no 64-01/02 by caption only.
Herb Marlowe, Analytica, stated Mac McDowell and I would like to thank
the Village for giving us the opportunity for doing the study. We would
like to thank Department Heads, Village Manager and Ms. Bodinizzo.
You have dedicated, knowledgeable Department Heads. It made it easier
for us to work. Before you, you have an amendment to the study. We will
be more than happy to answer any questions you may have.
Village Manager Couzzo stated a study such as this has not been
implemented on time. The ranges for individuals have not been reviewed
for many years. We are trying to be competitive with other communities
too. The Village holds its own with a lot of communities in that it is a full
service community. They took a look at all of that. The result of the
financing is that for the most part, most of our Department Heads fall in
the ranges of other communities. One of the things it also proved out is
for some of the senior members of the Village, the caps have stopped them
from receiving any additional compensation consideration. Those ranges
have been lifted, which will provide some relief and allow us to remain
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competitive. People are better educated. We will remain competitive.
There were only two positions which the study found were not meeting the
range levels, one was the Village Clerk, and the other our new Parks and
Recreation Director. The study states the Village should redo the study in
three to five years.
Mayor Genco stated this means two existing employees who will get
increases immediately.
Vice Mayor Capretta stated if I was presenting this to you, I would say
this proposal suggests we would like to retain these employees for long
term. We are trying to do what we can to have them stay with us. The
Police Chief hasn't been able to get a raise because he ran into his boss
and he capped out. Our financial plan didn't match our intent. What you
are trying to do is make the numbers match.
Mac McDowell stated we are looking at compression, we recommend that
there will not be a compression. It used to be people would stay long
periods.
Councilmember Resnik remarked I think the results of your
recommendation also provide incentive to hire quality people because they
can see they will have a nice range. I think secondly it is going to improve
the morale of all of the people.
Vice Mayor Capretta stated the other point was being competitive. We
also have an unusual profile. How many of our employees are in the high
risk category?
MOTION: Councilmember von Frank moved to approve Resolution No. 64-
01/02, seconded by Councilmember Resnik; motion carried 5-0.
L. Resolution No. 65-01/02—A Resolution of the Village Council of the
Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach County, Florida, appropriating
$145,693.71 from Fund Balance from Fiscal Year 2001/2002 into
account number 300-332-662.832, Capital Projects Fund, Architect
and Engineering -Bldg. —Finance Director JoAnn Forsythe
Mayor Genco read Resolution No. 65-01/02 by caption only.
Village Manager Couzzo stated this is a housekeeping measure, in
between the two years, this rolls the funds.
MOTION: Councilmember Resnik moved to approve, seconded by
Councilmember von Frank; motion carried 5-0.
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M. Ordinance No. 575—First Reading —An Ordinance of the Village
Council of the Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach County, Florida,
amending Appendix B of the Village Code of Ordinances, Subdivision
Regulations, Ordinance No. 398, as amended, at Article I, Declaration
of Purpose, Jurisdiction and Definitions, Section 4, Definitions, so as
to delete the definition of lot split, creating a new definition for minor
subdivision, amending the definition of subdivision; amending Article
II, procedure for plat approval, Section I, General, Preapplication
Procedure, Sketch Plan, at Item (2) to provide for filing fees;
amending Article IV, General Requirements and Design Standards.
Section 7, Lot Requirements, to include a new item (7) requiring lots
replatted within a previously platted subdivision to be in conformity
with other lots within the subdivision; amending Article IV, General
Requirements and Design Standards, Section 9, Sites for Public Use,
by deleting and repealing items (2), (3), (4), (5), (6), (7), (8), and (9)
relating to fair share fee; amending Article VI, Variances,
Severability, Penalty, Section 1, Hardships, so as to provide for
waivers; providing for severability; providing for repeal of ordinances
in conflict; providing for codification; providing an effective date. —
Community Development Director Jeffrey C. Newell
Mayor Genco read Ordinance No. 575 by caption only.
Village Manager Couzzo stated Tequesta is in a transition —the property is
going to become more and more valuable. How do we have some control
over the ability to maintain the character of this community? The intent of
this Ordinance is to provide a mechanism not to prohibit significant
homes, but to really maintain the character of Tequesta.
Community Development Director Newell stated this Ordinance is
designed for the strength and weaknesses of this organization. It causes
the Village to review the impact —water and sewer supplies. Currently if
the individual wants to join two lots or split a lot, if they proceed with a lot
split without a formal review, this gives strength to that weakness so we
can review the impacts and determine the review.
Mayor Genco asked why is the use of a variance stronger than using a
waiver.
Community Development Director Newell explained a variance is an off
of code requirements, in your other zoning districts, it requires a variance.
Mayor- Genco asked if it wouldn't go before the Board of Appeals.
Vice Mayor Capretta stated I'd like to make sure this Council understands
what we are doing here. If we look at it from the point of view, the most
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valuable property we have is the riverfront property, growing in value.
F When they laid the town out, the neighbors' lots were much smaller, they
were laid out unevenly, that is why we get this issue. The man we were
talking about when we brought up the Perry Como issue, he looks for lots
like these. The question of property rights is a big issue. The second issue
is, remember this, the town will be built out in the next few years. The
growth in assessed value will come primarily from tearing down little
houses and building bigger houses. If we restrict that, I want to make sure
we do it right. Around Palm Beach I have attended meetings —those are
monster mansions —they don't want to change the character of the
neighborhood. We have to look into it
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Mayor Genco stated it is protecting us from having someone split, split,
and split, and increase density.
Community Development Director Newell stated a minor subdivision is
two lots or less. Three lots or more is a major subdivision. You still have
to meet the requirements of the zoning codes. It gives the Village ability
to review change. We can evaluate those effects.
Mayor Genco stated she does have a question under that section. Lots
should be considered conformity, if they are, to decide if the properties are
in the same subdivision. Are we applying this to the surrounding
subdivision?
Community Development Director Newell stated this minimal
requirement is 12,000 sq, ft., the common characteristic in this area. We
would look at what the effect is. We are still bound by the zoning
requirements. Minimal lot is 12,000 sq. ft. We will be evaluating the
impact.
Mayor Genco asked how are we going to calculate 90 percent?
Councilmember Dalack stated from the discussion that has been going on,
this is much too complicated to resolve tonight. I think it would be
appropriate to have a workshop on this. What is a lot —whether this
applies to dividing of existing lots or applies to mergers, this is the first I
heard there is a notion that this applies to a merger. Even to do an
approval on a first reading is precipitous. I would move to table this and
have a workshop.
Vice Mayor Capretta stated I want you to show me some before and after
examples. I have to be able to look at some of these homeowners and
make sure I am protecting their neighborhood.
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^ Mayor Genco stated this wasn't on the Agenda. We received the package
a week ago, and I can understand why the Council would not be prepared
to discuss this in depth. We discussed this at length when the Burg
property came up, and we asked how this happened. And this is why this
was done, so it would not happen, we addressed the issues with this rule.
The concept being addressed is exactly what the taxpayers wanted —we
are closing up that loophole by making these changes. If you feel we need
to have a public workshop on this before first hearing, then we will.
Mayor Genco stated if you combine two lots into one, you could subdivide
into three. After listening to the public in here, they moved here because
they like the lifestyle. To end up with a situation where you have 18,000
sq. ft. homes. If we need to do some homework and, let's pass this
reading and then have a workshop
Gary Collins remarked I thought what you're saying is if you divide these
lots, the Ordinance for setbacks is not going to change, we are not
eliminating density or increasing density, those are still going to be in
place. The density is not going to increase. That remains in place.
Village Manager Couzzo stated you can't put two homes on a lot without
coming to the Council.
Gary Collins stated when we mix the Ordinance to control the
environment within the community; we are concerned about the neighbors
and the ambience of the house next door. That mixes two different
situations.
Councilmember Resnik asked if you have right now a lot split, who
supervises that?
Community Development Director Newell explained you are only
required to come to the building department and get the requirements on
the lot size. You are required to meet the zoning requirements of R-IA.
Councilmember Resnik said he has to come in for a minor subdivision —
what does that mean to his ability to get the lot split?
MOTION: Councilmember .Dalack moved to adopt Ordinance No. 575 on first
reading subject to the Village Council having a workshop prior to a second
reading; seconded by Vice Mayor Capretta. 116tion carried 4-1 with Vice Mayor
Capretta dissenting.
Councilmember Dalack said we need to do it when the snowbirds are in
town —October.
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Village Manager Couzzo stated the motion carried, and for a workshop,
we will come back with a proposed date and the Council will vote on that
N. Resolution No. 66-01/02—A Resolution of the Village Council of the
Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach County, Florida, Emergency
Management Preparedness and Assistance Competitive Grant award
of $50,000.00; certifying that monies will be used for Tequesta's
Emergency Operating Center communication equipment, and
meeting the requirements of Rule 9G-19.0002(24), Florida
Administrative Code.
Councilmember Dalack read Resolution No. 66-01/02 by caption only.
Fire Chief Weinand stated this is a grant we have been successful in
obtaining for $50,000 for the communications equipment that we covered
earlier.
Village Manager Couzzo remarked it obviously provides state funding. It
is an extensive grant application. We were ranked to receive only $6,000,
but later we went up.
IX. ANY OTHER MATTERS
Consensus rescheduled the next Council Meeting to August 15, 2002 instead of
August 8, 2002.
Budget Workshop —Scheduled one day as opposed to two days-26-29,
Mayor Genco proposed we do the Budget Workshop on Wednesday,
August 2e, and the time will be 5:00 p.m.
Consensus scheduled the Budget Workshop for Wednesday, August 28, 2002 at
S: 00 p. m.
Councilmember von Frank stated he would like to establish placing the
Village Hall next to the Public Safety Building; he would like a
reaffirmation that that is what we are going to do.
Consensus agreed.
Councilmember Dalack stated he would like a proposal for funding of
Village Hall next time to be placed on the Agenda, proposed to start
putting money aside for the next several years.
Village Manger Couzzo stated we had some work done on that already.
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Councilmember Dalack commented that he would like to discuss the JMZ
Property situation with the Attorney before judgment in September. He
would like a closed door session.
X. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Councilmember von Frank moved to adjourn, seconded by Vice
Mayor Capretta; motion carried 5-0. Meeting was adjourned at 9: 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Diary Wolcott
Village Clerk
Date Approved
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