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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FL
MAY 11, 2023 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 Laurie Brandon, Council Member Patrick Painter, and Council
Member Rick Sartory.
Absent were:
Council Member Frank D'Ambra.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Vice -Mayor Brandon
An invocation was offered by Vice -Mayor Brandon followed by the pledge of allegiance.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Vice -Mayor Brandon made a motion to approve the agenda with the addition of the
Proclamation recognizing Poppy Days and a letter to Governor Ron DeSantis requesting
support for the Dover Ditch project; Council Member Sartory seconded the motion. Carried
unanimously 4-0.
PRESENTATION
1. Proclamation Declaring May 20th and 21st, 2023 American Legion Auxiliary Poppy
Days
The proclamation was read by Village Clerk Lori McWilliams and accepted by the
American Legion.
2. Proclamation Declaring May 14 - 20, 2023 as Water Reuse Week
Due to timing the proclamation was not read.
3. Proclamation Declaring May 21 - May 27, 2023 as National Emergency Medical
Services Week
The proclamation was read by Village Clerk Lori McWilliams.
4. Accept the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) Year Ended
September 30, 2022
Mr. Wade Sansbury of Mauldin and Jenkins provided Council with a recap of the Annual
Comprehensive Financial Report. They conducted the audit and found no deficiencies. A
second audit of the American Rescue Plan (ARPA) funds was also conducted, as
required by law, and no deficiencies were found.
Mr. Sansbury highlighted the $1,524 debt per resident ratio and stated that a majority of
the General Fund was used towards public safety.
Council Comments:
Council Member Painter inquired on storm water improvements. Mr. Sansubry
stated a storm water activities review found the charges to be self-sustaining.
Council Member Sartory asked about an operational audit. Mr. Sansubry stated
the auditors could provide that if requested.
Mayor Young questioned the legal determination of Village compliance wording in
the report. Mr. Sansubry explained the disclaimer was standard as they are not
attorneys and could not provide a legal opinion, all audits included the disclaimer.
Mayor Young was also concerned with the general revenue increase due to
federal funds, which would end, and the increase in tax revenue. Mr. Sansbury
noted they were paying attention to this and looking five years out.
CONSENT AGENDA
MOTION: Council Member Sartory made a motion to approve the consent agenda; Vice -Mayor
Brandon seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0.
5. MINUTES: 4/3/2023 Workshop and 411312023 Reorganization
6. Consider 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.)
A. Accreditation Colony, LLC Professional Services Annual Agreement -Police
Department,
$22, 344.00.
B. Converge & Associates Consulting -Administration, $1,600.00.
C. Dover Engineering Agreement -Utilities
D. Extreme Control Systems, Inc. Integration Services -Utilities, $21,573.00.
E. Government & ERP Implementation Services LLC Proposal -Administration,
$2, 512.00.
F. Hart Credit Cared Authorization -Public Works, $N/A.
G. Hoover Architectural Products Proposal -Parks & Recreation, see proposal for
details.
H. K3 Directional Drilling, Inc. -Utilities, $3,500.00.
1. Sunbelt Rentals, Inc. Contract -Public Works, $1,727.75.
7. Consider Renewal of the Palm Beach County Interlocal Cooperation Agreement As
Part of the Urban County Qualification Process
8. Consider Approving the Amended Emergency Pay Policy
END OF CONSENT AGENDA
COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS
Pastor Paul Beresford invited Council to the New Life Chapel at Hannah's Home for an
American Flag Folding Ceremony performed by Navy Lieutenant John Kovalcik at 6 PM on May
21, 2023.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL
Council Member Sartory recognized staff for their tremendous leadership and quality as many
sit in leadership roles on national and local organizations.
Vice -Mayor Brandon congratulated Mayor Young on her Home Rule Hero recognition,
announced a Waste Management facilities tour she took which included information on trash
automation, requested residents call the police non -emergency line for any issues with children
in the parks, and asked for residents to watch out for children as school is on summer break.
Vice -Mayor Brandon also acknowledged the upcoming 30-year anniversary of the Tequesta Fire
Department and looked forward to having a celebration to honor the anniversary.
Mayor Young thanked staff for their roles in her recognition as a Home Rule Hero recipient.
APPOINTMENTS
9. RESOLUTION NO. 07-23, A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR THE ANNUAL BOARDS AND
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS AND REAPPOINTMENTS; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Village Clerk McWilliams announced three seats available on the Environmental Advisory
Committee (EAC) with Russ Redman and Jessica Namath re -applying for their seats.
New applicant, Michelle Shearhouse, addressed Council and detailed her experience as
part of the Residents Academy, how she learned about the EAC, and attended recent
meetings. She also applied for the Planning and Zoning Board.
MOTION: Vice -Mayor Brandon made a motion to approve all three applicants to the
EAC; Council Member Painter seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0.
Village Clerk McWilliams announced the open positions of two regular members and
three alternate members on the Planning and Zoning Board. She stated historically an
alternate would move to a regular member vacancy on the Board.
All current members were seeking re -appointment. The two new applicants were Michelle
Shearhouse, who was just appointed to the EAC and therefore no longer eligible, and
Marco Valdez. Mr. Valdez addressed Council detailing his many years as a resident of
Tequesta Pines, his activities with the Property Owners Association of Tequesta Pines,
and his recent involvement with the Residents Academy.
Council felt the current members were working well and re -appointed all members.
Mayor Young encouraged Mr. Valdez to stay engaged and re -apply.
MOTION: Vice -Mayor Brandon made a motion to re -appoint all current members to the
Planning and Zoning Board; Council Member Sartory seconded the motion. Carried
unanimously 4-0.
Clerk McWilliams stated Bernard Ward and Julie Mitchell of the General Employee
Pension Board were requesting reappointment and Kristoher Cowles requested
reappointment to the Public Safety Pension Board. There was one additional vacancy on
the Public Safety Pension Board and one applicant, Mr. David Hudson, who was also an
active member of the Residents Academy, served on the Charter Review committee, and
a 37-year resident of Tequesta Pines.
MOTION: Vice -Mayor Brandon made a motion to re -appoint all current members to the
Genereal Employee Pension and Public Safety Pension Boards and appoint David
Hudson to the Public Safety Pension Board; Council Member Sartory seconded the
motion. Carried unanimously 4-0.
STANDING REPORTS
Village Attorney
Village Attorney, Keith Davis, announced his office was in the process of completing the annual
legislative review.
Village Manager
10. Manager's Monthly Report
Manager, Jeremy Allen, congratulated Mayor Young on her Home Rule Hero award and
announced Mr. Tom Bradford was selected by the EAC to serve as Chair and Ms.
Jessica Namath was selected as Vice -Chair. Manager Allen was pleased to share the
50/50 matching grants for Remembrance Park and the Dover Ditch project were in the
current state budget.
Police Department
11. Police Department Standing Report
Chief Gus Medina informed Council the department was continuing their trainings. He
was pleased to share Detective Loney was honored for his work at the Masonic Lodge in
Jupiter. He announced the retirement of the Jupiter Inlet Colony Police Chief, John
Pruitt, after 34 years of service and his involvement on the panel selecting the next Chief
for the Jupiter Inlet Colony.
Fire Department
12. Fire Department Standing Report
Chief Trube was pleased to announce the delivery of the new ladder truck was expected
on Wednesday, May 17th. All equipment was installed, and the next few weeks would
focus on training. A ceremonial push -in was planned for July.
Chief Trube highlighted the retirement ceremony held for Captain Bill Newbern,
congratulated Chief Pruitt on his retirement, and announced the start of hurricane season
was June 1st.
Vice -Mayor Brandon thanked the fire department for their recent information shared on
social media about tornadoes.
UTILITIES
13. Utilities Department Update
Utilities Director, Marjorie Craig, announced the vulnerability assessment was in
progress, the coastal analysis was in-house and being reviewed and the inlet analysis
was next. She detailed the increased revenue in April due to less dry weather. Mrs. Craig
also stated the process for core permitting for the Dover Ditch project had started and
was a 6-9-month process. She concluded by sharing the Utilities Department had a
summer intern joining them from the University of Florida.
REGULAR AGENDA
OLD BUSINESS
14. ORDINANCE 06-23, SECOND READING, AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE
COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE VILLAGE
CODE OF ORDINANCES AT CHAPTER 78. ZONING. AT SEC. 78-4. DEFINITIONS.
TO REVISE THE EXISTING DEFINITIONS FOR THE TERMS MAJOR AND MINOR
REDEVELOPMENT AND AT SEC. 78-332. PRE -APPLICATION MEETING; OPTIONAL
PRE -APPLICATION REVIEW PROCESS. TO MODIFY THE SECTION HEADING AND
CLARIFY INSTANCES WHEN CONCEPTUAL PRESENTATIONS TO THE VILLAGE
COUNCIL ARE REQUIRED AND AT APPENDIX D. LAND DEVELOPMENT FEE
SCHEDULE. TO CONTEMPLATE BOTH MANDATORY AND OPTIONAL
CONCEPTUAL PRESENTATIONS TO THE VILLAGE COUNCIL AND INCREASE THE
FEE FOR BOTH; PROVIDING THAT EACH AND EVERY OTHER SECTION AND SUB-
SECTION OF CHAPTER 78. ZONING. AND APPENDIX D. LAND DEVELOPMENT
FEE SCHEDULE. SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT AS PREVIOUSLY
ADOPTED; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY 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: Vice -Mayor Brandon made a motion to approve Ordinance 06-23; Council
Member Sartory seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council
Member D'Ambra).
15. ORDINANCE 07-23, SECOND READING, AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE
COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR THE
REZONING OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF
THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA; WHICH PROPERTY CONSISTS OF ONE
POINT ZERO THREE (1.03) ACRES, MORE OR LESS, OF LAND LOCATED
IMMEDIATELY WEST OF THE FLORIDA EAST COAST RAILWAY SOUTH OF
TEQUESTA DRIVE; PROVIDING THAT THIS REAL PROPERTY WHICH IS MORE
SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED HEREIN SHALL BE RE -ZONED FROM THE VILLAGE
ZONING DESIGNATION OF "C-3 GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT" TO THE
VILLAGE ZONING DESIGNATION OF "R/OP RECREATION/OPEN SPACE
DISTRICT"; PROVIDING THAT THE ZONING MAP OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA
BE AMENDED TO REFLECT THE PROPER DESIGNATION FOR THIS REAL
PROPERTY, PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE AND A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE,
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 Painter made a motion to approve Ordinance 07-23; Vice-
Mayor Brandon seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member
D'Ambra).
16. Consider Approval for the Renewal of Crowdstrike MDR Services
MOTION: Council Member Sartory made a motion to approve the renewal of Crowdstrike
MDR services. Vice -Mayor Brandon seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0
(absent: Council Member D'Ambra).
NEW BUSINESS
17. Consider Request from Loxahatchee Environmental Control District to Allow
Lining Contractor to Work Extended Hours for Gravity Main Lining on Country
Club Drive
Loxahatchee Environmental Control District Executive Director, Albrey Arrington,
presented Council with details of the extended work hours needed for the gravity main
lining on Country Club Drive. They would need to work from 7am to 6pm and 24-hour
periods to successfully complete the project. This was preventative maintenance, but
crucial to complete before a system failure. The work would be completed in 300 feet
increments, from manhole to manhole. He stated impacts to the community would be
very short lived.
Council was concerned with the lights, sounds, and traffic disturbance. They were
hesitant on the 24 hours of work but understood if the work wasn't completed it could
lead to a larger impact on the community. They asked for residents to be notified prior to
work. Mr. Arrington explained they would notify residents and a fully staffed 24-hour
phone number would be listed for any issues.
MOTION: Council Member Sartory made a motion to approve the request from
Loxahatchee Environmental Control District for extended hours on gravity main lining on
Country Club Drive; Vice -Mayor Brandon seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0
(absent: Council Member D'Ambra).
18. SEU 01-23: Application from PRINCE ENTERPRISES OF FLORIDA LLC for a
Special Exception Use pursuant to Sec. 78-177. - C-2 Community Commercial
District (d) Special Exception Uses, of the Village of Tequesta Code of Ordinances.
The Applicant is requesting Special Exception Use of an existing 3,228 square foot
building for a veterinary office in the C-2 Community Commercial District. The
application includes modifications to the aesthetics of the building and revisions
to the landscaping. The subject property is located at 399 Cypress Drive, Tequesta,
FL 33469.
Attorney Davis announced SEU 01-23 was a Quasi -Judicial matter and placed four
individuals under oath. Council disclosed the following ex-parte communications:
9 Council Member Sartory visited the property and spoke with the applicant, Mrs.
Rowley. He also spoke with Mr. Don Hearing of Cotleur & Hearing.
• Council Member Painter visited the site and spoke with Mrs. Rowley.
• Vice -Mayor Brandon drove to the property and spoke with Mrs. Rowley as well as
other veterinarians on Cypress Drive.
• Mayor Young performed a site visit.
Community Development Planner, Lance Lilly, highlighted the special exemption use of a
veterinary office in the C-2 Commerical District on 399 Cypress Drive and introduced Mr.
Don Hearing of Cotleur and Hearing who presented to Council. Mr. Hearing detailed the
existing structure and the improvements that would be made to the building. He stated
the existing footprint would remain; it would only be enhanced. He also stated the SEU
was consistent with Village code.
Council Comments:
• Council agreed it was an enhancement to the community.
Citizen Comments:
• Mrs. Myles Rowley thanked Council and Village staff and was excited to be a part
of the community.
MOTION; Council Member Painter made a motion to approve SEU 01-23; Vice -Mayor
Brandon seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member
D'Ambra).
19. Consider for Approval Draft Correspondence from the Mayor to Potential
Operators in Support of a New Gourmet Grocery use in the C-2 Zoning District.
Noble property, The Tequesta Shoppes Plaza owners, reached out to the Village for a
letter of support in their marketing packet to attract a gourmet grocer to the plaza. Staff
drafted a letter for Council to review and approve.
Council Comments:
• Council Members Sartory and Painter felt a grocer would be a good addition to the
Village and a strong tenant for the plaza.
• Vice -Mayor Brandon questioned the need for Village support and was concerned
with the letter.
• Mayor Young felt the citizens survey did show a need for a gourmet grocery store.
Attorney Davis stated the letter provided no guarantee or assurance of success, it only
stated the zoning allowed for such an establishment.
Citizen Comments:
• Mr. Kenneth Roost, owner of Tequesta Shoppes, explained the difficulty they had
attracting a specialty grocer and felt a letter from Council could help.
• Mrs. Pat Watkins, 167 River Drive, was concerned with Council supporting a letter,
but was glad to hear they would not be promoting a grocer and felt something like
a specialty grocer would be a nice addition to the Village.
MOTION: Council Member Sartory made a motion to approve the letter concerning a
gourmet grocer in the C-2 zoning district; Council Member Painter seconded the motion.
Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member D'Ambra).
20. Consider Conceptual Presentation by Cotleur & Hearing for a retail cigar store and
smoking lounge in the Mixed Use Zoning District. The subject property is located
at 150 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta FL 33469.
Attorney Davis provided a legal disclaimer for conceptual presentations stating that the
conceptual presentation was not mandatory, was not a quasi-judicial proceeding, no
council action would be taken beyond discussion, and the outcome and comments were
not a guarantee or assurance of the final action that may be taken by the Council.
Community Development Director, Nilsa Zacarias, introduced the conceptual
presentation for a cigar store and smoking lounge in the old Bank of America building on
US1. The current zone was mixed use and did not allow for alcohol sales. The applicant
was requesting a text amendment.
Mr. Donald Hearing of Cotleur and Hearing presented to Council on behalf of The
Smoke -Inn. He highlighted the 25 years of business within the Village of Tequesta and
how they were looking to expand their offerings to fine bourbons, scotch and liquors
along with the current cigar model. The C3 district was the only district to allow alcohol
sales other than restaurants and the applicant was looking for feedback from Council in
allowing alcohol sales in the mixed -use district for The Smoke -Inn.
Council Comments:
• Council Member Sartory and Painter agreed it would be a nice addition to the
Village and noted the surrounding area on US1 allowed for alcohol sales. They
also noted that The Smoke -Inn was well maintained.
• Mayor Young inquired if the owner planned on renovating the current building or
would proceed with a full demolition. She also questioned what the operating
hours would be. The applicant planned on renovating the building and would stay
open as late as allowed.
• Vice -Mayor Brandon was concerned with the location, outdoor area with smoke
affecting others, and the special exemption use.
Citizen Comments:
• Mr. Harry Hersey of The Smoke -Inn noted this would be their third location within
the Village and invited Council to visit their other locations to see how well the
lounge was done.
Mrs. Zacarias and Attorney Davis would work on specific language for the mixed -use
zone if Council was favorable after that point variances would be needed.
21. Consideration of a 5% Water Utility Base Rate Recalibration and a Monthly Water
Capital Recovery Charge to Take Effect in October 2023, While Maintaining the
Approved 3.5% Rate Indexing to Preserve Water Fund Financial Sustainability -
Based on February Financial Forecast Workshop
Mrs.Craig, explained the need for a rate increase was due to continued price increases in
supplies and materials, the impacts of Covid, supply chain issues, and labor and wages.
The proposed increase consisted of a 5% water utility baseline rate recalibration, a $10
per month per equivalent residential unit (ERU) capital recovery charge, and maintained
the 3.5% rate indexing to preserve water utility financial sustainability. Mrs. Craig
highlighted the top priority was the water supply and treatment and the second priority
was the water main pipes.
Mr. Robert Ori, Executive Vice President of Raftelis, provided Council with the financial
background that led to these rates. He detailed how the enterprise fund did not rely on
taxes, but rates. The current plan expanded the forecast from 10 years to 20 and several
other counties all over Florida were also adopting these rate increases.
Council had lengthy discussions on the rate increase and a flat fee verse a percentage.
They wanted to make sure staff was revisiting the plan every 2 years and would sunset
the increase as soon as possible. Council also confirmed that any balance from the
capital recovery would be used towards improvements.
Citizen Comments:
• Pat Watkins, 167 River Drive, felt if Council waited it was only going to get worse.
She felt Tom Jensen and Robert Ori were the best in their fields and if they
supported the increase it needed to be done.
• Tom Jensen of Kimley Horn spoke on his years of experience with the Village. He
acknowledged the tough decision Council was making but that it needed to be
addressed.
Attorney Davis informed Council they needed to provide direction on the appropriate rate,
an ordinance would need to then be drafted with proper noticing.
MOTION: Council Member Sartory made a motion to approve the water utility rate
increases as presented; Council Member Painter seconded the motion. Carried
unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member D'Ambra).
22. RESOLUTION NO. 08-23, A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
FISCAL YEAR 202212023 GENERAL FUND BUDGET, ; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Public Works Director, Doug Chambers, provided Council with a presentation that
addressed the budget amendment and why it was needed which was the next three
items. He provided detailed maps, images, and suggested improvements for each item.
MOTION: Council Member Sartory made a motion to approve Resolution 08-23; Vice -
Mayor Brandon seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member
D'Ambra).
23. Consider Approval to Piggyback the Palm Beach County Pathway and Minor
Construction Contract with Wynn and Sons Environmental Construction Company
Inc.
Mr. Chambers explained the piggyback contract was for the El Portal Drive roadway and
stormwater improvements to address flooding issues.
MOTION: Council Member Sartory made a motion to approve piggybacking the Palm
Beach County pathway and minor construction contract with Wynn and Sons
Environmental Construction Company Inc.; Council Member Painter seconded the
motion. Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member D'Ambra).
24. Consider Approval for Roadway and Stormwater Capital Improvements in the
Country Club Community for a Total Project Cost of $957, 778.73
Mr. Chambers highlighted the Wynn and Sons estimate and use of the current Terracon
contract to assist with tree removals as this provided the best use of funds for the
projects within the Country Club.
Mayor Young was concerned with the number of catch basins in that area. Mrs. Craig
explained the need to keep water flowing as that was a flat road.
MOTION: Vice -Mayor Brandon made a motion to approve roadway and stormwater
capital improvements in the Country Club community; Council Member Painter seconded
the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member D'Ambra).
25. Consider Approval of Sidewalk Improvements on Tequesta Drive North from
Seabrook Road to Riverside Drive
Mr. Chambers explained the sidewalk improvements on the north side of Tequesta Drive.
MOTION: Council Member Painter made a motion to approve sidewalk improvements on
Tequesta Drive north from Seabrook Road to Riverside Drive; Vice -Mayor Brandon
seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member D'Ambra).
26. RESOLUTION 09-23, A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE
OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING REVISED PURCHASING
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES, PROVIDING GUIDANCE AND INSTRUCTION FOR
STAFF, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Finance Director, Jeff Snyder, detailed how the purchasing policy revisions would help
with bids and eliminate delays in purchasing items. The recent issues with acquiring
vehicles were given. Many vehicles had been sold by the time staff received approvals to
purchase the cars. Mr. Snyder explained the resolution pertained to budgeted items
under $75,000 that came in per the department's budget. The items and contracts would
still be provided to Council via the consent agenda for full transparency. Budgeted items
over $75,000 would still be presented to Council.
Council discussed the item and their concerns in detail. Council requested a text
amendment stating items over the budgeted amount would be presented back to Council
for approval.
Citizen Comments:
• Mr. Tom Bradford, 44 Chestnut Trail, was concerned with the detail and thought
during the budgeting process regarding purchases.
MOTION: Vice -Mayor Brandon made a motion to approve Resolution 09-23 to amend the
purchasing policy with additional text stating items over the budgeted amount would be
presented back to Council for approval; Council Member Painter seconded the motion.
Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member D'Ambra).
27. ORDINANCE NO. 09-23, FIRST READING, AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE
COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE VILLAGE
CODE OF ORDINANCES AT CHAPTER 2. ADMINISTRATION. SECTION 2-81.
VILLAGE MANAGER; AUTHORITY AND DUTIES. TO INCREASE THE VILLAGE
MANAGER'S CONTRACT EXECUTION THRESHOLD FROM $25,000.00 TO
$75,000.00; PROVIDING THAT EACH AND EVERY OTHER SECTION AND SUB-
SECTION OF CHAPTER 78. ZONING. SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND
EFFECT AS PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE, A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND AUTHORITY TO CODIFY, PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
The title was read by Attorney Davis. This was first reading. The ordinance conformed
the code from resolution 09-23 to an approved policy.
MOTION: Vice -Mayor Brandon made a motion to approve Ordinance 09-23 on first
reading; Council Member Sartory seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent..
Council Member D'Ambra).
28. Consider Approving a New Procurement Card Vendor, PNC Bank
Mr. Snyder explained the PNC bank procurement card benefits including better
ownership for charges, a rebate, and a lower annual spend to receive rebates. A usage
policy would be presented to Council next month for approval.
MOTION: Council Member Painter made a motion to approve PNC Bank as the new
procurement card provider; Vice -Mayor Brandon seconded the motion. Carried
unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member D'Ambra).
29. Consider Approval of Agreement with Public Utility Management and Planning
Services, Inc. to Provide Water Service Line Materials Determination Data
Collection Services and Mapping at a Cost of $34,950
Mrs. Craig detailed the new Environmental Protection Agency regulations which required
an inventory of all water service lines to be completed prior to October 2024.
MOTION: Council Member Painter made a motion to approve the agreement with Public
Utility Management and Planning for water service line data collection; Vice -Mayor
Brandon seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member
D'Ambra).
30. Consider Approval of Award and Execution of a Contract to B&B Underground
Construction, Inc., for Water Main Replacement Program Projects No. 1 & No. 4,
Modified to Include Only Project No. 4 (Country Club Dr. South) for an Amount Not -
to -Exceed $Z070,965
The utilities department had evaluated all projects and established the Tequesta Drive
project could be differed and County Club was the higher priority.
MOTION: Council Member Sartory made a motion to approve the B&B Underground
Construction water main replacement projects; Vice -Mayor Brandon seconded the
motion. Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member D'Ambra).
31. 2023 Governmental Assemblies Representation Appointments
Council reviewed the 2023 Governmental Assemblies and discussed who would
represent the Village at the respective meetings.
Village Clerk McWilliams reminded Council to provide the Clerk's office with notice if they
were unable to attend so that she could reach out to the alternate.
MOTION:Council unanimously agreed to all appointments.
32. Governor Ron DeSatis letter advocating for support on the Dover Ditch project.
This item was added to the agenda during approvals of the meeting. Council agreed on
the letter of support to Govenor Ron DeSantis advocating for the Dover Ditch project.
This was already included in the state budget, but the letter would help to avoid it being
cut from the budget.
MOTION: Vice -Mayor Brandon made a motion to approve the letter to Govenor DeSantis
regarding the Dover Ditch project; Council Member Painter seconded the motion. Carried
unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member D'Ambra).
ANY OTHER MATTERS
Mayor Young addressed an email Council received from Susan Beach requesting support of a
coastal resiliency project to repair damaged mangroves. Council agreed to add it to a future
workshop to discuss.
Mayor Young also asked Council if they would like to receive more information on living
shorelines. The Jupiter Lighthouse completed their living shoreline and observation deck, and
the Town of Jupiter had added a living shoreline to their ordinances. She wanted to see if
Council would like to educate residents or provide incentives for living shorelines when
bulkheads needed replacement. Council agreed to add it to a future workshop.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 10:02 PM.
MOTION: Council Member Painter made a motion to adjourn the meeting; Vice -Mayor Brandon
seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0.
Respectfully submitted,
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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.