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MINUTES
WORKSHOP MEETING
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FL
MAY 3152022 6:00 PM
VILLAGE HALL CONFERENCE
ROOM
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order by Vice Mayor Kyle Stone at 6:00 p.m. A roll call was taken by
Deputy Clerk Mary Ann Grieser.
Present were:
Vice Mayor Stone, Council Member D'Ambra, Council Member Brandon and Council Member
Johnson.
Mayor Molly Young attended via Zoom.
AGENDA ITEMS
1. Discuss Environmental Advisory Committee Recommendation for the Village of
Tequesta to Contract for an Environmental Specialist for the Village of Tequesta
Development Review Committee Participation and for Other Purposes
Mr. Tom Bradford, Environmental Advisory Committee (EAC) Chair, asked Council to
consider providing an Environmental Specialist (ES) to the Tequesta Development Review
Committee (DRC). The EAC felt the Specialist could be paid for through applications or
building permits and they believed a municipal E.S. would be the best fit for the Village.
In addition, Mr. Bradford believed environmental issues had been missed when reviewing
the Sea Glass building (concrete pad). He also believed that required staff reports were
missing within the DRC process. Council was in disagreement that the concrete pad at Sea
Glass was an area that was within their jurisdiction, as the Department of Environmental
Protection (DEP) had approved it.
Village Attorney Mitty Barnard advised Council that there were backup materials (from
consultants) contained within each DRC report. Also, the current code spelled out the
make up of the DRC, which gave latitude for an environmental specialist to be tasked with
reviewing a specific development application, if necessary. Lastly, a code change was
possible, although the language was already in the code, to allow a consultant to be added,
as needed.
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Council did not see the need to bring on an Environmental Specialist as the DRC already
had the ability to bring one in as needed.
2. Discuss Written Notification Requirement Related to Rental Payment Increases for
Residential Tenancies
Manager Allen asked if Council wanted to move forward with requiring written notification
of rental increases or termination of leases.
The oversight and enforcement would be complaint driven and the tenant would need to
provide documentation to Code Enforcement.
Council discussed and did not believe the matter was a problem within the Village.
3. Discuss Due Diligence Process Associated with Converting all Overhead Lines (OH)
and Facilities in the Desired Subdivision
Mr. Tom Bradford addressed Council and gave them a brief history of his experience with
overhead utility lines. He conveyed that it was too early to offer any costs associated with
burying overhead lines. Additionally, he believed this was an opportunity of great
importance if a grant process was utilized. Timing the project to a possible recession was
an opportunity to save money.
Council agreed that the unincorporated pockets would need to be included in the
underground projects. Removing poles, debt, revenue bonds, annexation, project costs,
sewer line debt, public input, preliminary analysis, and economic downturn were
components of the discussion.
Mr. Bradford offered to do a preliminary cost analysis and would provide an estimate for
his services to Council.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:19 PM
MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra made a motion to adjourn the meeting; Council Member
Brandon seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Lori McWilliams, MMC
Village Clerk
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FL
JUNE 912022 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Molly Young at 6:00 p.m. A roll call was taken by Village
Clerk Lori McWilliams.
Present were:
Mayor Molly Young, Vice -Mayor Kyle Stone, Council Member Frank D'Ambra, Council Member
Laurie Brandon, Council Member Aaron Johnson.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Pastor Paul Beresford
An invocation was offered by Pastor Paul Beresford followed by the pledge of allegiance.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Young added a presentation to the agenda on the water bond with Palm Beach County by
Jupiter Inlet Colony Vice Mayor Chip Block.
MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra made a motion for approval of the agenda; Vice -Mayor Stone
seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0.
PRESENTATION
Jupiter Inlet Colony Vice -Mayor Chip Block addressed council as the Chairman of the County
Water Resource Task Force and Vice President of Sustainable Palm Beach County, which were
advisory boards to the Palm Beach County Board of Commissioners. He requested Village
support for placement of the water bond question on the November elections ballot. This $100
million bond would improve water quality in the Loxahatchee River and Lake Worth Lagoon,
increase potable water, preserve wetlands, and improve stormwater treatment; costing the tax
payer around $10 per year with the State matching the County investment.
Council agreed to send a letter to the Board of County Commissioners supporting the water bond
on the November ballot.
1. Jupiter Inlet District Presentation - Joseph B. Chaison, P.E., Executive Director
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Jupiter Inlet District (JID) Executive Director Joseph Chaison introduced himself and
Secretary Treasurer Jim Davis to Council. He highlighted the organization and purpose of
the district which was to maintain and preserve the Loxahatchee River and Jupiter Inlet.
He detailed the board, which compromised of five elected officials with four year terms.
The board votes on a Chairman, Vice -Chairman, and Secretary/Treasurer. He also detailed
funding for the district which was compromised primarily from ad valorem tax.
The JID was involved with several restoration projects including the enhanced clearance
for the railroad bridge. Council asked about yearly dredging projects, seagrass restoration
and the Gulf Stream. Mr. Chaison explained the reasons and methods behind the dredging
and also stated the steps taken to educate the public on the seagrass.
CONSENT AGENDA
Item six was pulled from the Consent Agenda for further discussion.
MOTION: Vice -Mayor Stone made a motion to approve the consent agenda with item six removed
for separate discussion; Council Member Brandon seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-
0.
2. MINUTES: April 14, 2022 Regular Council, May 2, 2022 Workshop, and May 5, 2022
Workshop
3. Approval of Contracts Signed by Manager Under $25,000 (Per Village Ordinance we
are presenting the following agreements, proposals, commitments and
memorandum of understanding to Council.)
1. Airgas, Inc. Account Application -Water Distribution and Stormwater, $NIA.
2. CivicPlus Website Training Quote Q250091-Village Clerk, $750.00 - 4 hour training,
one time costs.
3. Florida East Coast Railway Real Estate Lease #281-1-2B-Public Works, $14,257.34.
4. Minuteman Press Teaming Printing Service Agreement -Village Clerk; see
agreement for details.
5. Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections Polling Location Contracts -Village
Clerk, $NIA.
6. Southeastern Printing Estimate 13173-Village Clerk, $3,,245.00.
7. Southeastern Printing Estimate 13174-Village Clerk, $573.00.
4. Approval of Contract Between the Tequesta Police Department and Accreditation
Colony, LLC. to Continue Overseeing and Coordinating the Police Department's
Accreditation's Standards
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5. Approval of Contract with the Palm Beach Sheriff's Office to Become a Partner
Agency in the Homeland Security Grant Program, Operation Stonegarden
6. Council Approval to Sponsor the 11 th Annual Tequesta Chili Cook -Off and Beer
Tasting Event
Council Member D'Ambra inquired about the location of the Chili Cook -off. Village
Manager Jeremy Allen explained the application was still in the process of approval by the
Town of Jupiter to utilize Lighthouse Park for the 2023 Chili Cook -Off. Main
Street/Paradise Park was still available and would be utilized for the November 2022 event.
MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra made a motion to approve the 11th Annual
Tequesta Chili Cook -Off; Vice -Mayor Stone seconded the motion. Carried unanimously
5-0.
END OF CONSENT AGENDA
COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS
Mr. Harold Taylor of 13 Chapel Court addressed the three minute limit on public comments. He
felt the rule was censorship and urged Council to modify the rules to allow for the transfer of time
from one citizen to another.
Mrs. Pert Towne of 364 Fairway North overheard a conversation questioning Police Chief Gus
Medina's abilities and felt it was an unfair assessment. She detailed her positive experience with
Chief Median and felt him to be one of the best Chiefs for the Village.
Mr. James Goedmakers of 13 Quail Drive urged Council to modify code regarding the prohibition
of chickens.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL
Council Member D'Ambra requested Council reconsider rental increase notifications and was
concerned about non-residents occupying the Recreation Center. He asked Council to review
rates as the non-resident rate was less than what residents pay in their taxes.
Vice -Mayor Stone received positive feedback on the Recreation Center summer camp.
STANDING REPORTS
Village Attorney
Village Attorney Keith Davis updated Council on litigation involving Jupiter Island and time certain
noticing of Ordinances. There was no case law on the topic and he would keep Council updated
on the progress of the law suit.
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Village Manager
Manager Allen announced the Village was hosting the Palm Beach County League of Cities
luncheon where Representative John Snyder and Senator Bobby Powell would be in attendance.
He highlighted the Realtor and Business Directory packet created by the Clerk's office. Manager
Allen also stated the budget workshop was scheduled for June 27th and the regular council
workshop was scheduled for July 5th.
7. Manager's Report through May, 2022
Police Department
Council Member D'Ambra inquired about extra monitoring of Hannah's Home due to the current
political environment. Chief Medina explained the great communication with the County as they
monitor and keep local departments updated on any threats.
Vice -Mayor Stone welcomed new police officer, James Breslin.
8. Police Department Update
Fire Department
9. Fire Rescue Update
UTILITIES
Utilities Director Matt Hammond announced the cross control connection compliance increase
and the completion of well number four's rehabilitation, which made all wells fully operational.
10. Utilities Department Update
REGULAR AGENDA
OLD BUSINESS
11. ORDINANCE 05-225 SECOND READING, AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE
COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE VILLAGE
CODE OF ORDINANCES AT CHAPTER 38. IMPACT FEES. SECTIONS 38-38, 38-68,
AND 38-98 TO UPDATE IMPACT FEE PAYMENT REQUIREMENTS IN ACCORDANCE
WITH RECENT CHANGES TO STATE LAW; PROVIDING THAT EACH AND EVERY
OTHER SECTION AND SUB -SECTION OF CHAPTER 38. IMPACT FEES. SHALL
REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT AS PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED; PROVIDING A
CONFLICTS CLAUSE., A SEVERABILI TY CLAUSE AND AUTHORITY TO CODIFY;
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Attorney Davis read the title into record, this was second reading.
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Mayor Young opened the hearing for public comments; there being none the hearing was
closed.
Mayor Young opened the hearing for Council comments; there were no comments,
therefore the hearing was closed.
MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra made a motion to approve Ordinance 05-22; Vice -
Mayor Stone seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0.
12. ORDINANCE 06-22, SECOND READING, AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE
COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE VILLAGE
CODE OF ORDINANCES AT CHAPTER 62. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT.
ARTICLE V. DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS. SECTION 62-156. AMENDMENT OR
CANCELLATION. TO UPDATE INSTANCES WHERE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS
CAN BE AMENDED OR CANCELED IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE LAW;
PROVIDING THAT EACH AND EVERY OTHER SECTION AND SUB -SECTION OF
CHAPTER 62 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA
SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT AS PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED;
PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLA USE, A SEVERABILI TY CLAUSE AND AUTHORITY
TO CODIFY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Attorney Davis read the title into record, this was second reading.
Mayor Young opened the hearing for public comments; there being none the hearing was
closed.
Mayor Young opened the hearing for Council comments; there were no comments,
therefore the hearing was closed.
MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra made a motion to approve Ordinance 06-22; Vice -
Mayor Stone seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0.
NEW BUSINESS
13. SPR 1-22: Application from TAMWEST REALTY INC for a site plan review to build a
Z544 square foot fast food restaurant with a drive-thru (Starbucks) in the C-2 Zoning
District. The application includes a landscaping plan, wall signs, a menu board,
monument sign, clearance poles and other signage. The subject property is located
at 710 N US Highway 1, Tequesta, FL 33469.
Attorney Davis announced SPR 1-22 was a Quasi -Judicial matter and placed five
individuals under oath. He asked Council if they had any ex-parte communications. Vice -
Mayor Stone performed a site visit and spoke with business owners in the shopping plaza.
Mayor Young performed a site visit. Council Member Brandon was in the vicinity of the site.
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Community Development Director Nilsa Zacarias elaborated on the application which had
been reviewed by the Development Review Committee and Planning and Zoning, with both
agreeing to move it forward forward for Council approval. She introduced Troy Holloway of
2GHO who presented a powerpoint on behalf of Starbucks. The presentation illustrated
the drive thru, landscaping, signage, and parking.
Council had detailed discussions on the building aesthetics, drive thru, and traffic
deficiencies.
Ms. Kristen Millon Sainte -Claire from Oceana Coffee spoke in opposition to the approval
of Starbucks and requested Council adhere to code.
MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra made a motion to approve SPR 1-22; Council
Member Johnson seconded the motion. Carried 3-2 (opposed: Council Member Brandon
and Mayor Young).
14. Approve Village of Tequesta Parks Master Plan - Final Report
Community Development Director Nilsa Zacarias presented the Tequesta Parks Master
Plan to Council. Due to a tremendous amount of feedback and input from residents the
report took six months to prepare. The playground in Tequesta Park was relocated to a
more central location based on the feedback received. Manager Allen explained the
document would be utilized for future planning, maintenance and projects as well as a
illustration to submit for State grants. Council agreed a high level summary of the document
would be beneficial for residents.
MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra made a motion to approve the Village of Tequesta
Parks Master Plan - Final Report; Vice -Mayor Stone seconded the motion. Carried
unanimously 5-0.
15. Consider Approval of Work Authorization which Authorizes Kimley-Horn and
Associates, Inc, to Perform Work Set Forth Herein and is Issued Pursuant to The
Professional Engineering Services Agreement to Provide Construction Documents
for Remembrance Park
Manager Allen highlighted the authorization for Kimley-Horn to begin a phase one plan for
Remembrance Park, he also stated grant money was not being used for this phase.
Ms. Marcia Nielson of 94 Beechwood Trail was delighted the rehabilitation of
Remembrance Park was moving forward and urged Council to ponder innovative ideas for
the park.
MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra made a motion to approve the work authorization for
Kimley-Horn and Associated to provide construction documents for Remembrance Park;
Vice -Mayor Stone seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0.
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16. ORDINANCE 10-22, FIRST READING, AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL
OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE VILLAGE'S CODE OF
ORDINANCES AT CHAPTER 78. ZONING. ARTICLE IX. SUPPLEMENTAL
REGULATIONS. DIVISION 2 SITE PLAN REVIEW, SEC. 78-334. APPLICATION AND
REVIEW PROCESS, TO PROVIDE THAT DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE
MEETINGS ARE PUBLIC MEETINGS, AND TO PROVIDE NEW ON -SITE NOTICE
REQUIREMENTS FOR DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS PROVIDING THAT EACH
AND EVERY OTHER SECTION AND SUBSECTION OF CHAPTER 78. ZONING. SHALL
REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT AS PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED; PROVIDING A
CONFLICTS CLAUSE, A SEVERABILI TY CLAUSE AND AUTHORITY TO CODIFY;
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Attorney Davis read the title into record, this was first reading. He explained the Ordinance
codified the character of the Development Review Committee (DRC) meetings with onsite
meeting posters per Council direction.
Mayor Young opened the hearing for public comments; there being none the hearing was
closed.
Mayor Young opened the hearing for Council comments. Mayor Young inquired on other
municipalities handling of DRC meetings. Ms. Zacarias had spoken with both the Town of
Jupiter and Juno Beach. Both municipalities posted a notice at Village Hall and the
meetings were public, but more technical in nature. She stated the Village would still record
all DRC meetings for the public to view and would be advertised on the website.
MOTION: Vice -Mayor Stone made a motion to approve Ordinance 10-22; Council
Member D'Ambra seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0.
17. ORDINANCE NO. 09-22, FIRST READING, AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE
COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE VILLAGE
CODE OF ORDINANCES AT CHAPTER 78. ZONING. ARTICLE 1. IN GENERAL, SEC.
78-4. DEFINITIONS. BY CREATING A NEW DEFINITION FOR "VA CATION RENTAL "
TO CORRESPOND WITH VILLAGE CODE AND APPLICABLE STATE LAW; ALSO
AMENDING THE VILLAGE CODE OF ORDINANCES AT CHAPTER 78. ZONING. BY
CREATING AN ENTIRELY NEW ARTI CLE XI V, "VACATION RENTALS" TO PROVIDE
STATUTORILY COMPLIANT REGULATIONS FOR THE OPERATION OF VACATION
RENTALS IN THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA; PROVIDING THAT EACH AND EVERY
OTHER SECTION AND SUBSECTION OF CHAPTER 78. ZONING. SHALL REMAIN IN
FULL FORCE AND EFFECT AS PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS
CLAUSE, A SEVERABILI TY CLAUSE AND AUTHORITY TO CODIFY; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Attorney Davis read the title into record, this was first reading. He informed Council that
both the Manager and Building Department vetted the ordinance and the changes
conformed to the building department requests which allowed for better management of
the application and registration process, as well as, the enforcement of the code.
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Mayor Young opened the hearing for public comments; there being none the hearing was
closed.
Mayor Young opened the hearing for Council comments. Council discussed the age
requirement and agreed to leave it at 18 years old.
MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra made a motion to approve Ordinance 09-22; Council
Member Brandon seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0.
18. ORDINANCE NO. 12-22, FIRST READING, AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE
COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, APPROVING PROPOSED
VILLAGE INITIATED AMENDMENTS TO THE VILLAGE CHARTER; WHICH
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS WOULD INCREASE COUNCILMEMBER TERMS FROM
TWO YEARS TO THREE YEARS, ADD NEW TERM LIMITS OF THREE CONSECUTIVE
TERMS THEREAFTER REQUIRING A ONE TERM WAITING PERIOD BEFORE
RUNNING FOR OFFICE AGAIN; REVISE VILLAGE COUNCIL RE -ORGANIZATION
PROCEDURES TO CONFORM WITH THE NEW THREE-YEAR TERMS; REQUIRE ANY
PERSON RUNNING FOR THE OFFICE OF COUNCILMEMBER TO HAVE RESIDED IN
THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA FOR A MINIMUM OF ONE CONTINUOUS YEAR PRIOR
TO BEING ELIGILE TO QUALIFYAND RUN FOR THE OFFICE OF COUNCILMEMBER;
ELIMINATE THE REQUIREMENT FOR RUNOFF ELECTIONS TO RESOLVE TIE
VOTES AMONG CANDIDATES FOR COUNCILMEMBER OFFICE AND INSTEAD
PROVIDE FOR THE DRAWING OF LOTS; ELIMINATE THE REQUIREMENT FOR A
SPECIAL ELECTION TO FILL A COUNCILMEMBER VACANCY CAUSED BY DEATH,
RESIGNATION, REMOVAL FROM OFFICE, OR FAILURE TO QUALIFY, AND TO
INSTEAD ALLOW A TEMPORARY VILLAGE COUNCIL APPOINTMENT UNTIL THE
NEXT GENERAL ELECTION; REQUIRE A REFERENDUM AND VOTER APPROVAL
PRIOR TO ANY FUTURE CONSIDERATION BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL FOR
DISSOLVING, ABOLISHING, OR OUTSOURCING THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA
POLICE DEPARTMENT OR FIRE RESCUE DEPARTMENT; AND PROVIDE NON -
SUBSTANTIVE TEXT EDITS, INTERNAL CONSISTENCY, GENERAL LANGUAGE
CLARIFICATION, AND ORGANIZATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH ORDINANCE 12-22,
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL ON JULY 14, 2022; PROVIDING
A BALLOT TITLE AND BALLOT SUMMARY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
REQUIREMENTS OF FLORIDA LAW; PROVIDING FOR PROPOSED CHARTER
AMENDMENT QUESTION LANGUAGE; AND PUTTING SAID CHARTER AMENDMENT
QUESTIONS TO A VOTE OF THE ELECTORS OF THE VILLAGE AT THE MARCH 14,
2023 MUNICIPAL ELECTION; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES.
Attorney Davis read the title into record, this was first reading.
Mayor Young opened the hearing for public comments.
Marcia Nielson of 94 Beechwood Court offered her support, as a member of the charter
review committee, to increase voter turnout for the election.
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A resident of Golfview Drive wanted clarification on appointments and their term limits.
Attorney Davis and Council clarified appointment length would not be counted as part of
their terms should they chose to run during the next election.
Mayor Young opened the hearing for Council comments; there were no comments,
therefore the hearing was closed.
MOTION: Vice -Mayor Stone made a motion to approve Ordinance 13-22; Council
Member D'Ambra seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0.
19. ORDINANCE NO. 13-22, FIRST READING, AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE
COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE VILLAGE
CODE OF ORDINANCES AT CHAPTER 2. ADMINISTRATION; BY AMENDING
EXHIBIT B TO SECTION 2-61. PENSION TRUST FUNDS, PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICERS'
PENSION TRUST FUND; BY AMENDING SECTION 2, DEFINITIONS, TO AMEND THE
DEFINITION OF CREDITED SERVICE TO PROVIDE FOR THE INCLUSION OF A CTI VE
MIL TARY SERVICE TIME OR TIME SERVED AS A FIREFIGHTER FOR ANOTHER
GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYER, TO CLARIFY VESTED DEFERRED RETIREMENT; BY
AMENDING SECTIONS 8 AND 9 TO ADOPT PRESUMPTIONS OF FLORIDA
STATUTES; BY AMENDING SECTION 14, DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PLAN;
SECTION 21, DISTRIBUTION OF BENEFITS; AND SECTION 22, MISCELLANEOUS
PROVISIONS TO UPDATE PLAN TO INCORPORATE THE NEW REQUIRED MINIMUM
DISTRIBUTION AGE OF 72; AMENDING SECTION 27, SERVICE PRIOR TO
EMPLOYMENT, TO AMEND THE SECTION TO COMPLY WITH CHANGES THAT
WERE COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED; PROVIDE FOR PROVIDING FOR A CONFLICTS
CLAUSE, A SEVERABILI TY CLAUSE AND AUTHORITY TO CODIFY; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Attorney Davis read the title into record, this was first reading. Attorney Davis pointed out
a clerical error in section 15, sub section 1C. The word proper was inadvertently stricken.
Mayor Young opened the hearing for public comments; there being none the hearing was
closed.
Mayor Young opened the hearing for Council comments; there were no comments,
therefore the hearing was closed.
MOTION: Vice -Mayor Stone made a motion to retain the word proper in section 15
subsection 1C and approve Ordinance 13-22; Council Member Johnson seconded the
motion. Carried unanimously 5-0.
20. Approve Temporarily Increasing the Number of Authorized Positions in the Police
Department
Police Chief Gus Medina explained this was an unbudgeted temporary position. The police
department expected two officers to be out for two months on FMLA (Family Medical Leave
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Act), another officer on light duty, and another officer retiring in the January 2023 time
frame. The new officer would then take over the retired officer position.
MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra made a motion to approve a temporary increase in
the authorized number of positions in the police department; Vice -Mayor Stone seconded
the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0.
21. RESOLUTION NO. 19-22, A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
FISCAL YEAR 202112022 BUDGET; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES.
Chief Medina detailed the need for a motorcycle and how the money used to purchase the
motorcycle would come from seizure money which had special criteria for law enforcement
use, there was no cost to the tax payers. A current Tequesta officer was already certified
and came from the Palm Beach Sherriff's Office motor unit, but the position would be open
to any officer who was interested. The motor unit would be utilized during high traffic times.
A trifold flyer for community members was available listing special purchases from the
seizure money that had zero cost to tax payers.
Council discussed if the same funds could be used to replace the motor unit, should it be
needed. It was explained that if the item was purchased with the seizure money it could
also be replaced with the seizure money.
MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra made a motion to approve Resolution No.19-22;
Council Member Johnson seconded the motion. Carried 4-1 (opposed: Mayor Young).
22. RESOLUTION NO. 18-22. A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
FISCAL YEAR 202112022 BUDGET; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES.
Utilities Director Matt Hammond explained the amendment moved money to the
stormwater fund for the El Portal area improvement projects.
MOTION: Vice -Mayor Stone made a motion to approve Resolution No. 18-22; Council
Member D'Ambra seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0.
23. Approve Work Authorization CM STW22.03 — El Portal Stormwater Improvements —
Chen Moore & Associates
MOTION: Council Member Brandon made a motion to approve Work Authorization CM
STW22.03 — El Portal Stormwater Improvements with Chen Moore & Associates in the
amount of $38,565.00. Council Member D'Ambra seconded the motion. Carried
unanimously 5-0.
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24. Authorize Work Authorization No. 2 with Hinterland Group, Inc. for Stormwater
Collection System Rehabilitation Services
Mr. Hammond stated the work authorization was a budgeted item and part of the pipeline
work for the fiscal year. The contractors were ready to begin work upon approval
eliminating any additional down time to the Tequesta County Club Golf Course, as it was
already closed for regular maintenance.
MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra made a motion to authorize Renewal of Piggyback
Agreement & Work Authorization No. 2 with Hinterland Group, Inc. for Stormwater
Collection System Rehabilitation Services; Council Member Brandon seconded the
motion. Carried unanimously 5-0.
ANY OTHER MATTERS
Mayor Molly Young asked Council if they would be interested in workshopping the public
comments regarding chickens and rules of decorum. Council agreed to add items to a workshop
and requested factual backing of what chickens needed to fit into the Village.
Mayor Young also asked Council if they would be interested in adding the 5G tower discussions
to a workshop and further review Hallandale Beach's resolution regarding the towers. Attorney
Davis stated that the Village's current code was as strict as legally allowed. Council agreed to
workshop the idea of a letter to the state regarding 5G towers.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:27 PM.
MOTION: Vice -Mayor Stone made a motion to adjourn the meeting; Council Member D'Ambra
seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Lori McWilliams, MMC
Village Clerk
Note: These summary minutes are prepared in compliance with 286.011 F.S. and are not
verbatim transcripts of the meeting. A verbatim audio record is available from the office of the
Village Clerk. All referenced attachments are on file in the Village Clerk's office.
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