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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_Regular_03/12/2009MINUTES VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MARCH 12, 2009 CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pat Watkins at 7:35 p.m. A roll call was taken by Village Clerk McWilliams. Present were: Mayor Pat Watkins, Vice-Mayor Tom Paterno, Council Member Vince Arena, Council Member Jim Humpage, and Council Member Turnquest. Also in attendance were: Village Manager Michael R. Couzzo Jr., Village Clerk Lori McWilliams, and Department Heads. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Mayor Watkins noted Item 13 was continued during the LPA meeting to March 27, 2009 and noted she had items for Any Other Matters; Vice-Mayor Paterno and Council Member Humpage advised they had items to address under Any Other Matters as well. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the agenda as amended; seconded by Council Member Turnquest; motion carried unanimously 5-0. STANDING REPORTS • Village Attorney Attorney White noted she mailed Jupiter Inlet Colony (JIC) a letter requesting to open the Fire Rescue contract negotiations as directed by the Village Council. She advised the address for JIC in the agreement had expired; therefore, a new letter was sent with an additional ten days provided. Village Manager Village Manager Couzzo reminded Council the Palm Beach County Fire Rescue agreement for Station 11 expires this coming September. PRESENTATIONS & PROCLAMATIONS 1. Presentation to Accept and Approve 2007/2008 CAFR Mr. Jerry Chiocca of Rachlin, LLP reviewed the 2007/2008 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and advised the Village was in excellent financial condition. He commented on one finding where utility stubs were being disposed of improperly by the Finance Department and suggested action. MOTION: Council Member Turnquest moved to accept the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report as presented; seconded by Vice-Mayor Paterno; motion carried unanimously. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the following Consent Agenda; seconded by Council Member Turnquest; motion carried by unanimous 5-0 vote. 2. MINUTES: 12/11/08 LPA, 1/29/09 Workshop, 2/12/09 Regular Meeting Minutes, 2/12/09 LPA Minutes, 2/12/09 Workshop Minutes -Regular Council Meeting 3/12/09 Page 2 3. Resolution 5-09, Amending the Village "Identity Theft Prevention Program" in Accordance with the Requirements of the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act of 2003 4. Council Approval of Budget Amendments for FY 2008/2009 5. Council Approval of Interagency Agreement between the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office (PBSO) and the Village of Tequesta Police Department to Allow Access Through PBSO's Warrant and Local Records 6. Resolution 9-09, Surplusing Two Police Vehicles - 2002 Chevrolet Impala and 2002 Ford Crown Victoria; and One 1994 Ford Ranger to be Auctioned 7. Council approval of auction agreement with Karlin Daniel & Associates END OF CONSENT AGENDA COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS Manny Giudice, 236 Village Boulevard #1105, voiced concern with the negotiations to purchase the Cornerstone property and renting it to the VA. He noted this would not be a closed facility and would lower property values. Mary Hinton, 12 Oakland Court, commented on receiving an anonymous flyer regarding the Cornerstone VA issue. She researched the issues outlined in the flyer and provided a rebuttal on what she believed to be inaccurate comments. Eric Miller, 281 US Highway One, business owner and former resident, concurred with Ms. Hinton and believed the Village should welcome and assist our veterans. He addressed Code of Ordinance Article 11, Section 78-745 (e) concerning lettering on commercial vehicles during after business hours. He asked Council to revisit the Ordinance and believed it was being selectively enforced. He suggested a workshop of business owners. Frank D'Ambra, 23 Leeward Circle, echoed the sentiments of Ms. Hinton and Mr. Miller regarding veterans. He stated the first time he learned of this issue, however, was when he read it in the paper and stated there had not been any discussions or communications at the Council level before or after the news article. Council Member Turnquest explained Council Member Humpage had brought this before Council and was directed to discuss the issue with the VA; Council Member Humpage noted it was discussed in detail at a Workshop. Abby Roeloffs stated she was aware there were discussions taking place regarding Cornerstone and stated that no matter what happened with the issue, Council would involve the community. She did not believe anything would be done without great discussion and resident involvement. Minutes -Regular Council Meeting 3/12/09 Page 3 COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL Mayor Watkins stated she attended a 2010 Census Open House (provided a handout) and they have encouraged the Village and residents to participate. She attended an Intergovernmental Meeting with Commissioner Marcus who asked if the Village would be in favor of a $2.00 rental car tax and stated she would provide additional information to Council. Council Member Arena stated there have been record crowds at the local parks and recreation events. Vice-Mayor Paterno reminded residents that through the VIP program residents did not pay to attend parks and recreation events -only non-residents. He stated that even though water rates were not raised and noted water usage had increased, he believed the Village would net $150,000 plus and did not believe there would be a loss going forward. Council Member Turnquest stated he met with Ms. Connie Fisher regarding Tequesta Park and noted there would be a public planning event for the residents to provide suggestions and ideas. REGULAR AGENDA NEW BUSINESS 8. Council Approval of Selection of Consultant to be the Village's Agent of Record for its Employee Benefits Program MOTION: Council Member Turnquest moved approval of the Gehring Group as the Village's Agent of Record; seconded by Council Member Humpage; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 9. Resolution 3-09, Approving Proposal from Wheeled Coach, Ind. of Winter Park, FL for the Purchase of One Rescue Vehicle (Ambulance) in Accordance with the Florida Sheriff's Association Bid #08-08-0909 in the Amount of $195,975.00 Village Attorney White read Resolution 3-09 title into the record. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Resolution 3-09; seconded by Council Member Arena; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 10. Resolution 6-09, Providing for the 2009 Schedule of User Fees for Pre-Hospital Emergency Medical Services Village Attorney White read Resolution 6-09 title into the record. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Resolution 6-09; seconded by Council Member Arena; motion carried unanimously 5-0. Minutes -Regular Council Meeting 3/12/09 Page 4 11. Resolution 7-09, Amending the 2008/2009 General Fund Budget by Increasing Revenues and Expenditures in the Amount of $5,280.00 for Funding Completion of Palm Beach County EMS Grant C-70 Village Attorney White read Resolution 7-09 title into the record. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Resolution 7-09; seconded by Council Member Arena; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 12. Resolution 8-09, Approving Request of Nancy Steel, Trustee and the Robert M. Steel Trust to Re-Split Lot 77 into Lots 77 and 78 Village Attorney White read Resolution 8-09 title into the record. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Resolution 8-09; seconded by Council Member Turnquest; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 13. Ordinance 1-09, First Reading, Adopting a 10 Year Water Supply Work Plan; Providing for Adoption of Amendments to the Comp Plan; and Providing for the Intergovernmental Coordination of the Regional Water Supply Plan (CONTINUED TO 3/27/09) 14. Discussion and Approval of Regions Bank request for an extension of one year for their Site Plan Approval granted January 10, 2008 and which expired January 9, 2009 (CONTINUED FROM 2/12/09) Director of Community Development Catherine Harding advised Regions Bank no longer requested the extension and they understood the site plan and building permit application would expire. MOTION: Council Member Turnquest moved to deny extension request; seconded by Vice- Mayor Paterno; motion carried unanimously 5-0. ANY OTHER MATTERS Council Member Humpage mentioned a proposed parking Ordinance and Manager Couzzo suggested he organize a committee consisting of affected business owners, himself, the Police Chief, Attorney and Catherine Harding. Consensus of Council agreed. Council Member Humpage suggested a workshop on the Rood Property on County Line Road and stated he was trying to establish a workshop with Riverside Oaks and Mr. Bourassa prior to a Council workshop. Consensus of Council agreed to hold the workshop on March 27, 2009 following the Special Meeting. Council Member Arena noted he purchased a townhouse from Mr. Bourassa years ago. Council Member Humpage commented on a letter he had been using as a response to those contacting him regarding the Cornerstone property and asked if it should come from Council as Minutes -Regular Council Meeting 3/12/09 Page 5 a whole; Council agreed a stance had not been taken and therefore should come from Council Member Humpage. Vice-Mayor Paterno commented on ambulance charges and nursing home runs and felt rescue workers were used as "staff" members. Fire Chief Weinand explained that 50% of the runs were commercial and 50% residential with '/z of the commercial going to the nursing homes and agreed in a sense that the nursing facilities tended to use the fire rescue as part of their staff. Vice-Mayor Paterno noted that if more nursing homes were added to the community more fire rescue services would be necessary. Mayor Watkins asked Council to recognize Mr. Don Nagy at the April meeting for his service to the police department and residents as well as National City for their continued sponsorship. Consensus of Council agreed. She brought to Council's attention a petition from North Cypress who had requested a sidewalk. She suggested Mr. Russell White, Director of Public Works, look at the site and believed this needed be discussed during the budget process. Council Member Arena thanked Ms. Abby Roeloffs for her comments on Council communication. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved to adjourn; seconded by Vice-Mayor Paterno; the motion to adjourn carried unanimously 5-0; therefore, the meeting was adjourned at 9:30 p. m. Respectfully submitted, ` C ~..~ ,Y O' 'i~~~~ilillil it ill/~~ ,~~°~' GE OF T'°,• ' P ' l. Lori McWilliams, CMC , ~. RP F ', ;~~~.•co ~q••..pG, '9m ~= _ : s, Village Clerk • • / ~ =_ N q :a. • ~09P L cn Oq • ...i•• ~ AI'F~ . ~ • ,9~ ~ O R~ . ~ ~ ~ `. ~~ ~'' ~,~ F F L I i ~