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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_Regular_7/11/2024 MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FL JULY 11, 2024 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, MMC. Present were: Mayor Molly Young, Council Member Patrick Painter, Vice-Mayor Rick Sartory, and Council Member Laurie Brandon. Absent were: Council Member Jayson E. French. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Mayor Molly Young An invocation was offered by Mayor Molly Young and followed by the pledge of allegiance. APPROVAL OF AGENDA PRESENTATION 1. Legislative Update by Senator Gayle Harrell Senator Harrell's legislative update was rescheduled for August 8, 2024. 2. Presentation by the Reef Institute - Executive Director Leneita Fix Mayor Young stated that the Reef Institute was the non-profit that received the proceeds from the Village of Tequesta's Bridge the Gap event. Leneita Fix, Executive Director, explained what the Reef Institute was and what they did. She showed a video about the Reef Institute, whose mission was coral conservation through education, research, and restoration. She spoke extensively about coral reefs and their role in the ocean and the environment. The Reef Institute was one of five organizations that received grant funding from Governor DeSantis for the expansion of coral propagation and restoration. There was a question-and-answer period. CONSENT AGENDA 3. Consider Approval of Miracle Recreation Equipment Company Quote for a 30" Tube Slide Replacement for$17,543.52 MOTION: Council Member Brandon made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented; Council Member Sartory seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member French). END OF CONSENT AGENDA COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS Dave Smith, 375 Franklin Road, submitted a comment card, but was absent at the time of public comments. COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL Mayor Young said that on July 24, 2024, the Village of Tequesta and Jupiter Inlet Colony would be hosting a Palm Beach League of Cities meeting. The Board meeting would begin at 10:00 a.m., with lunch at 11 :30 a.m., and the event would be held at the Country Club. STANDING REPORTS Village Attorney Attorney Davis explained that the U.S. Supreme Court allowed a new Florida Statute, effective October 1, 2024, which prohibits municipalities from permitting camping or sleeping on public property. The statute gives counties the option to designate public land for temporary outdoor sleeping, subject to local government approval. Certification by DCF is required to confirm insufficient shelter beds for the homeless. Designated sites must not devalue nearby properties or be adjacent to comprehensive planned residential areas. Attorney Davis cautioned that non- compliance could lead to civil lawsuits from residents, business owners, or the Florida Attorney General. He felt that this statute would create a lot of questions for local government. Mayor Young mentioned that Palm Beach County held a Mayor's symposium in June, where the county officials expressed interest in collaborating with municipalities to address homelessness. She anticipated another meeting and promised to keep the Village Council informed of any future developments. Village Manager 4. Village Manager Standing Report Jeremy Allen, Village Manager, stated that he had taken a tour of Remembrance Park, and it was nice to see that project moving forward. Mr. Allen reported that new school zones would be installed, one at Willow Road and one in front of Good Shepherd Episcopal School at Seabrook Road. He reported that on Monday, staff would begin making some watermain open cuts across Country Club Drive at Starboard Way, and Winward Avenue. That project was anticipated to be July 15-17; however, a permit issue with Palm Beach County could delay the project. Mr. Allen stated that representatives from Florida Power and Light would be making a presentation to the Village Council on July 29, 2024. Mr. Allen announced that Frank Ciatto, new Code Compliance Officer for the Village, started on Monday. Mr. Ciatto came to the Village from Palm Beach Gardens. Mr. Allen announced that on July 17, 2024, a ribbon cutting ceremony would be held at the Bureau of Land Management and Galena Property, celebrating the new pedestrian and bicycle trail entrance off U.S. 1. Council Members and the community were invited to attend. Police Department 5. Police Department's Monthly Standing Report Chief Gus Medina highlighted June events, including updates on Nautical Club registration and events, Explorers Post 357 recruiting, a Police Benevolent Association meeting in West Palm Beach, oral boards for an open position, civilian firearms safety courses, a ride-along with Detective DaCosta, and addressing parking issues on Beach Road and Country Club Road radar enforcement. Chief Medina also noted attendance at the 36th Annual Traffic Safety Recognition Awards, an Executive Governance Board Annual Meeting, a Chiefs meeting, and a meeting with Jeff Owens regarding accreditation. He also highlighted ongoing training efforts within the Police Department. Fire Department 6. Fire Department Report No report given. UTILITIES 7. Utilities Department Update David Tinoco, Stormwater Superintendent, reported that the rehabilitation of well #20 was completed as part of routine maintenance. He mentioned that the Village was still awaiting a tentative date for the removal of its concentrate line from the Jupiter Draw Bridge, but staff was prepared to proceed once approval was given, marking the final step in the bridge construction. The contractor for the Telemetry Radio System was set to install the main antenna at the water plant, the central control point for the system. Mr. Tinoco also reported that most of the water main work on the Country Club project was complete, with final tie-ins expected by late August. Mr. Tinoco noted that the meter at the Jupiter Island South Martin Regional Utility interconnect had been replaced and upgraded to radio read, potentially leading to a slight revenue increase next month. Mayor Young inquired about attendance at the vulnerability assessment meeting, and Mr. Allen confirmed that only one person attended. REGULAR AGENDA OLD BUSINESS 8. ORDINANCE NO. 05-24, SECOND READING, AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE VILLAGE CODE OF ORDINANCES AT CHAPTER 78. ZONING. ARTICLE Vl. IN GENERAL. AT SECTION 78-4. DEFINITIONS. TO CREATE AN ENTIRELY NEW DEFINITION FOR THE TERM PRIVATE MUSEUM, AT ARTICLE Vl. SCHEDULE OF DISTRICT REGULATIONS. AT SECTION 78-178. C-3 GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT., TO ADD PRIVATE MUSEUM AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE WITH DISTANCE SEPARATION REQUIREMENTS, AND AT ARTICLE X. OFF-STREET AND ON- STREET PARKING AND LOADING REGULATIONS. AT SECTION 78-705. REQUIRED NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES. TO PROVIDE THE NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES REQUIRED FOR THESE ESTABLISHMENTS; 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 SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AND AUTHORITY TO CODIFY, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. Attorney Davis read the title into the record. This was the second reading. Mr. Hubsch was asked to state the latter changes that were made to the ordinance. He responded that a 100 foot separation had been created so there could not be a second museum within 500 feet of an existing one. He said the applicant had expressed interest in continuing this item to another meeting where all Council members were present. Mayor Young asked for public comment. Donaldson Hearing, Cotleur and Hearing and representing the applicant, requested deferral of this item to a date certain in August, so the applicant would have the benefit of the full Village Council. Attorney Davis advised that the applicant had made a request to defer and in order to do so, the Council would need to make a motion and vote to table the item to a time certain. He said if no one had changed their position from the last second reading, the vote would be a tie. He advised rescheduling the ordinance to a time certain at the next Village Council meeting. Council Member Brandon thought the council should vote on this item. Vice Mayor Sartory was in favor of the project. He explained his position and that he thought this building had the potential to begin improvement of the area. Council Member Painter agreed with Vice Mayor Sartory. He thought this project could stimulate some positive growth and development on Cypress Drive. After the motion and tied vote Attorney Davis stated that at the pleasure of the Council, this item could be continued to August 8, 2024 with the benefit of the full Village Council. Council agreed. MOTION: Council Member Sartory made a motion to approve Ordinance 05-24; Council Member Painter seconded the motion. TIED 2-2 (opposed: Mayor Young and Council Member Brandon) (absent: Council Member French). 9. ORDINANCE NO. 06-24, SECOND READING: AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, REPEALING CHAPTER 46. MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC. ARTICLE 1. IN GENERAL. SECTION 46-4 ENTITLED "ELECTRIC BICYCLES ON SIDEWALKS PROHIBITED"; PROVIDING THAT EACH AND EVERY OTHER SECTION AND SUBSECTION OF CHAPTER 46. MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC. 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. MOTION: Council Member Sartory made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 06-24 on second reading; Council Member Brandon seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4- 0 (absent: Council Member French). 10. RESOLUTION 3-24, A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING A COUNCIL DISCRETIONARY FUND USAGE POLICY, ALLOCATION OF FUNDS, ELIGIBLE USES, INELIGIBLE USES, ACCOUNTABILITY, TRANSPARENCY, AMENDMENTS, COMPLIANCE REVIEW AND EVALUATION AND SETTING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. MOTION: Council Member Painter made a motion to approve Resolution 3-24; Council Member Brandon seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member French). NEW BUSINESS 11. RESOLUTION 13-24 A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, ADOPTING A REVISED BUILDING DEPARTMENT FEE SCHEDULE AS PROVIDED BY CHAPTER 14, ARTICLE VI OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING THAT THIS SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES SHALL BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT ALL TIMES AT THE VILLAGE HALL DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF THIS SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES IN APPENDIX C. OF THE VILLAGE'S CODE OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. Attorney Davis stated that this Resolution would clarify current practices. He explained that when building permit fees were collected, funds could only be used to implement the Florida Building Code. He explained how this had been written in the fee schedule. Mayor Young called for public comments. There were none. MOTION: Council Member Painter made a motion to approve Resolution 13-24; Council Member Brandon seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member French). 12. ORDINANCE 07-24, 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 VI. SCHEDULE OF DISTRICT REGULATIONS. BY CREATING A NEW DIVISION 3. ENTITLED "AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND LIVE LOCAL ACT." TO PROVIDE AND IMPLEMENT ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS FOR DEVELOPMENT OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECTS PURSUANT TO THE FLORIDA LIVE LOCAL ACT, PROVIDING FOR ENFORCEMENT, AND PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS; 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, SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND AUTHORITY TO CODIFY, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. Mr. Hubsch presented the Ordinance, explaining details of the new Live Local Act, passed by the Legislature in 2024 and signed by the Governor on May 16, 2024. He recommended making the affordable housing period an annual reporting process and clarifying that fines for violations should be on a per-unit basis and as strict as possible. Mayor Young inquired if the law pre-empted the conceptual plan requirement, to which Attorney Davis responded. Mr. Hubsch emphasized that the goal was to streamline the process for affordable housing projects. Attorney Davis noted he would look further into the issue and report back to the Village Council. Mayor Young also asked about staffs ability to comment on aesthetic considerations, and Mr. Hubsch confirmed that staff did comment on aesthetics when reviewing site plans. Mayor Young requested a recap of the penalties and fines. Attorney Davis explained that violations would be processed through the magistrate. Mayor Young confirmed that all council members were in agreement with the recommendations for the annual reporting process and fines, with no objections raised. Mayor Young asked if, with a Live Local Building, the bill stated that with density and height, would be excluded if the property had been granted an incentive for development. She asked if a variance would always carry and apply to live local. Attorney Davis said he did not think so, the height being used for comparison for local development did not include a property that got a height variance or incentive for some other reason. He thought it would be limited to the maximum height set forth in the code. Mr. Hubsch did not believe that Live Local addressed parking. Attorney Davis said if someone was granted a variance, the Village would still bring to bear the Code Requirements. Mayor Young asked for confirmation that other variances would not overlap. MOTION: Council Member Painter made a motion to approve with recommendations from the LPA pertaining to annual reporting and fees and penalties; Council Member Sartory seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member French). 13. Approve Setting the Proposed Maximum Ad Valorem Millage Rate for the Village of Tequesta for Fiscal Year 2024-25 at a rate of 6.4595 per $1,000 of Assessed Value and setting the Budget Public Hearings as Follows: September 5, 2024 - 5:30 p.m. - Approve Proposed Budget; and September 12, 2024 - 5;30 p.m.- Adopt Final Budget. MOTION: Council Member Painter made a motion to consider setting the maximum Millage of 6.4595 and set the dates for the Budget Hearings on September 5, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. and September 12, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.; Council Member Brandon seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member French). 14. Annual Performance Review of Village Manager Jeremy Allen Council Member Painter praised Mr. Allen for being responsive, ensuring the Village Council had the necessary information to make decisions, and fostering a positive workplace culture. He described Mr. Allen as a progressive manager and considered the Village fortunate to have him as their leader. Council Member Brandon commended Mr. Allen for balancing ideas well and noted the Village's growth since his arrival. She expressed optimism for the coming year, despite the challenges of his first year, and encouraged ongoing communication with other local jurisdictions. Vice Mayor Sartory appreciated Mr. Allen's proactive approach and the high qualifications of Village employees, attributing this to Mr. Allen's leadership. He regarded Mr. Allen as a tremendous asset to the Village. Mayor Young agreed with the positive feedback, highlighting Mr. Allen's continuous growth in leadership, fiscal responsibility, creativity, and public relations. She noted the level of respect he has earned within the Village, county, and state. Mayor Young proposed a 4% salary increase and a $15,000 bonus for Mr. Allen, which was met with no objections. MOTION: Council Member Painter made a motion to give Mr. Allen a 4% annual salary increase, and a $15,000 bonus. The salary increase begins October 1st, and bonus would be provided immediately; Council Member Brandon seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member French). ANY OTHER MATTERS ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 7:24 p.m. MOTION: Council Member Painter made a motion to adjourn the meeting Council Member Sartory seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member French). 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. d MINUTES Workshop Meeting Village of Tequesta, FL Mayor Molly Young Vice-Mayor Rick Sartory Council Member Laurie Brandon Council Member Patrick Painter Council Member Jayson E. French July 22, 2024 6:00 PM Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Mayor Molly Young at 6:16 p.m. A roll call was taken by Meg Wyble. Present were: Mayor Molly Young, Council Member Patrick Painter, Vice-Mayor Rick Sartory, and Council Member Jayson E. French. Council Member Painter was present via Zoom. Absent were: Council Member Laurie Brandon. AGENDA ITEMS 1. Discussion on Fiscal Year(FY) 2024-25 Proposed Budget Village Manager Jeremy Allen provided a slide show on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024- 25 Budget. He announced key dates for the budget review and future meetings, and also provided a millage rate history. There was no planned millage rate increase for 2024-25 and the proposed rate was 6.4595 mills. Manager Allen reviewed the changes from the first budget workshop and shared that the proposed 2024-25 fiscal year total budget represented an approximate $6,013,640 million dollar increase over the prior year due to capital expenditures and infrastructure improvements. In addition, Manager Allen offered data on the general fund, proposed expenditures and revenues, building fund, other governmental funds, the 5 year capital improvement program, capital improvement 301 and 303 funds, enterprise funds, water utility 401 funds, refuse and recycling 402 funds, stormwater 403 funds, budget decision points, considerations, and estimates on increases to average home owners in Tequesta. Council Member French was pleased with the way the budget had been presented. Mayor Young noted that at the last workshop, a $1 .5 million overage was anticipated, but upon receipt of information from the property appraiser, the overage was $1.7 million. Overall, Council was in favor of the budget. Vice Mayor Sartory was concerned about the funding for the Tequesta Park project. He asked about the cost for the design of the park. Mr. Allen responded that there was a list of items that would be funded by the FRDAP Grant. Vice Mayor Sartory was concerned about having a plan, without having adequate funding to follow-through to completion. Mayor Young felt that the cost was high. She wondered if the Village could go out and solicit multiple proposals for the project. She said that while lobbying for the funds to design the park, it was made very clear that additional funding would be requested for the actual construction. She said that with the park being State owned, the Village did not want to bear the entire cost of the project. There was additional discussion about the cost and funding of the park. The estimated cost was high, but it was noted that when the project goes out for Request for Proposal (RFP), the cost would become more clear. For planning purposes, the funding in the budget was what staff felt needed to be included at this time. Council Member Painter had positive comments about the budget, and he was pleased with the vehicle replacement fund. Mayor Young asked some questions about the vehicle replacement fund, but with the additional explanation, was in favor. She asked if now that the fund had been established, if a policy needed to be developed to put in place for vehicle replacements. Mayor Young followed up on questions she had about the water fund. She wondered if the $660,000 for relocation of concentrate disposal that was shown on 2025, should be removed because she thought that was happening this year. Ms. Craig said it was expected to happen during the current year. However, it was placed in the 2025 budget just in case it did not happen this year, since the Village was waiting for Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). She noted this was the Jupiter Bascule Bridge project. She said the Village was ready to move forward. Mayor Young asked if the Village had a high level of confidence as it related to scheduling and funding, with permits, for projects included in the the 2025 Capital Project list. Ms. Craig responded affirmatively. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 7:07 p.m. MOTION: Council Member Sartory made a motion to adjourn the meeting Council Member French seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 4-0 (absent: Council Member Brandon). Res ectfully submitted, Al gtrp-- 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.