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VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA
VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
APRIL 9, 2009
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Pat Watkins called the meeting to order at 7:12 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 1 would be postponed to the May agenda; Vice-Mayor Paterno
asked to pull Item 8 off the consent agenda for discussion.
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
Stated the Comprehensive Plan was found in compliance and the notice of intent would
be published on 4/10/09. She stated the growth management legislation bill passed in
the Senate and would change how growth management was handled in the State it
would create a whole traffic concurrency exception area in Palm Beach County;
meaning there would not be any traffic concurrency. She discussed a legislative move
to implement a fire rescue surtax. The first bill was not favorable to cities in that the
County could pass this tax and they would then be considered the regional service
provider. She explained it would not be in Tequesta's best interest because we had our
own fire rescue services. The newest bill was more favorable and considered how
much a municipality spent on fire rescue services over the last five years.
• Village Manager
Village Manager Couzzo noted the Village was fortunate to receive the stimulus funding,
however, the plan was vague at this time. Staff met with the state who has been
cooperative, however has not yet formally approved the disbursement. LAP certification
issues were being worked out with the state and county.
PRESENTATIONS & PROCLAMATIONS
1. Recognition of Don Nagy for his Dedicated Service to the Village of Tequesta
Residents and the Police Department ITEM POSTPONED TO 514/09 AGENDA
2. Recognition of National City Bank for Continued Sponsorship and Support of
Tequesta Parks and Recreation Department
Mayor Watkins presented Ms. Julie Cart of National City Bank with a plaque thanking her and
the bank for their continued sponsorship.
3. Presentation on Tequesta Park Survey Findings
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Connie Fisher and Dave Park of Cladding Jackson presented findings of the Tequesta Park
Survey, which included both a hard copy survey and an on-site public input forum. Mr. Park
provided a summary of existing park conditions; a synopsis of the current uses for the park as
provided by residents; and a needs and priorities assessment. The top priorities as
communicated via residents were: shade trees, renovation of existing facilities, walking/hiking
trails, dog park, baseball/softball/soccer/rugby/and multi-purpose athletic fields, playground,
and a swimming pool. Mr. Park reviewed the grant requirements and additional issues that
needed to be addressed.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage made a motion for Ms. Fisher to move forward with
the Master Plan; seconded by Council Member Turnquest; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
4. Proclamation declaring the month of April 2009 as "Water Conservation Month" in
the Village of Tequesta
Mayor Watkins declared the month of April 2009 as Water Conservation Month in Tequesta.
CONSENT AGENDA
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the following Consent Agenda;
seconded by Council Member Arena; motion carried by unanimous 5-0 vote.
5. MINUTES: 3/12/09 Reorganization
6. Renewal of Interim Employment Agreement for Firefighter Stark for Period of
5/7/09 - 5/7/12
7. Approve Interim Employment Agreement for Firefighter Hill for Period of 5/17/09
8. Approval of Agreement between Village of Tequesta and FPL for Street Lighting
REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
9. Approval of Mutual Aide Agreement between the Village of Tequesta and Martin
County Sheriff's Office Permitting Voluntary Cooperation and Assistance of
Routine Law Enforcement Across Jurisdictional Lines
10. Council Acceptance of Officer David Cooper as the Police Department Elected
Representative of the Public Safety Pension Board -Ministerial Reappointment
Only
END OF CONSENT AGENDA
8. Approval of Agreement between Village of Tequesta and FPL for Street Lighting
Vice-Mayor Paterno felt the contract was one-sided. He suggested removing the automatic
renewal, questioned item 11 of the contract, and questioned who would be responsible for
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removal of the tights. Mr. Russell White, Director of Public Works explained the Village pays
the labor to install new streetlights conduit and FPL pays the labor to install the pole.
Council Member Arena clarified the Village was not responsible for the replacement of poles
due to emergencies and the only time it would have to pay for the removal was if the Village
requested they be removed.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the agenda as presented;
seconded by Council Member Turnquest; motion carried 5-0.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL
Council Member Turnquest traveled to Tallahassee and met with a legislator who wanted to
stop the stimulus fund process and Tequesta from receiving funds in order for another Palm
Beach County municipality to receive full project. funding. He stated through his contact with
Representative Domino Girl Scout Amanda Klopp was invited to serve as his Page for a week
in Tallahassee due to her interest in becoming a future Tequesta Council Member.
Council Member Arena commented on the Girl Scout Butterfly Garden park article. He
reviewed upcoming events of interest to residents.
Council Member Humpage commented on the $3 million in stimulus funds the Village received
and believes a few people can make a difference.
Vice-Mayor Paterno thanked staff and the Manager for their hard work to obtain the stimulus
funds.
Mayor Watkins concurred with the stimulus funding comments. She notified Council Mary
Hinton approached her, as Mayor, to be part of a Board -Soul of America to open properties
to wounded veterans for short get-a-ways when they return home; she attended a preliminary
meeting for the 150th celebration of the lighthouse; and she attended a Kiwanis function for the
Quality of Life Foundation and suggested that during the next budget cycle handicap buttons
be placed on the Chamber doors.
REGULAR AGENDA
OLD BUSINESS
11. Ordinance 2-09, Second Reading, Amending tl
Description by Redefining the Territorial Boundaries
Village of Tequesta Subsequent to the Annexation
3/27/09)
Village of Tequesta Legal
of the Corporate Limits of the
of 11.1± Acres (First Reading
Village Attorney White read Ordinance 2-09 title into the record.
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Mayor Watkins opened the hearing to Council for comments; hearing none, she opened the
hearing to the public for input. There being no public comment, she closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Council Member Turnquest moved approval of Ordinance 2-09 on second
reading; seconded by Council Member Humpage; motion carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
12. Resolution 11-09, Supporting a Dedicated Funding Source for Commuter Rail Service
Village Attorney White read Resolution 11-09 title into the record.
MOTION: Council Member Arena moved approval of Resolution 11-09; seconded by
Council Member Turnquest; motion carried unanimously.
13. Approval of Franchise Agreement between the Village of Tequesta and Peoples
Gas Systems for a Grant to Use Rights-of-Way and Public Easements within the
Village of Tequesta for Gas Service Lines and Appurtenances
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the Franchise Agreement as
amended to read not to exceed 6% and the Village Council reserves the right reduce the
franchise fee on an annual basis commencing the beginning of a fiscal year with 60 days
notice to the company,' however at no time shall the franchise fee be increased to exceed 6%;
seconded by Council Member Arena; motion carried 4-1 with Vice-Mayor Paterno in
opposition.
13a. Ordinance 3-09, First Reading, amending .language for the Cable Television
Franchise, Solid Waste Franchise, and a new Franchise Agreement with Peoples Gas
Systems
Village Attorney White read Ordinance 3-09 title into the record.
Mayor Watkins opened the hearing to Council for comments. Village Manager Couzzo
explained this ensured the Ordinance coincided with the contract language. There being no
additional comments, she opened the hearing to the public for input. There being no public
comment, she closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Ordinance 3-09 on first reading;
seconded by Council Member Turnquest; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
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14. Ordinance 4-09, First Reading, Adopting a Small Scale Amendment to
Comprehensive Development Plan which Provides for an Amendment to the Future
Land Use Map Designating 1.58 Acres of Land Recently Annexed into the Village
Located at 725 US Highway #1 Rood-Williams Post 271, American Legion as
"Commercial"
Village Attorney White read Ordinance 4-09 title into the record.
Mayor Watkins opened the hearing to Council for comments; hearing none, she opened the
hearing to the public for input. There being no public comment, she closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Ordinance 4-09 on first reading;
seconded by Council Member Turnquest; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
15. Ordinance 5-09, First Reading, Adopting a Small Scale Amendment to
Comprehensive Development Plan which Provides for an Amendment to the Future
Land Use Map Designating .9 Acres of Land Recently Annexed into the Village Located
at 691 US Highway #1 North, Regions Bank as "Commercial"
Village Attorney White read Ordinance 5-09 title into the record.
Mayor Watkins opened the hearing to Council for comments; hearing none, she opened the
hearing to the public for input. There being no public comment, she closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Council Member Turnquest moved approval of Ordinance 5-09 on first reading;
seconded by Vice-Mayor Paterno; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
16. Ordinance 6-09, First Reading. Adopting a Small Scale Amendment to
Comprehensive Development Plan which Provides for an Amendment to the Future
Land Use Map Designating 3.1 Acres of Land Recently Annexed into the Village
Located at 4390 County Line Road, Jupiter Lighthouse Academy as "Residential Low
Density"
Village Attorney White read Ordinance 6-09 title into the record.
Mayor Watkins opened the hearing to Council for comments; hearing none, she opened the
hearing to the public for input. There being no public comment, she closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval; seconded by Vice-Mayor Paterno;
motion carried unanimously 5-0.
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17. Ordinance 7-09. First Reading. Amending Chapter 74 Utilities at Article III Solid Waste
Section 74-141 Rates and Charges by repealing subsections (e) and (f) to Provide for
Internal Consistency with the Village's Current Solid Waste Collection Agreement
Village Attorney White read Ordinance 7-09 title into the record.
Mayor Watkins opened the hearing to Council for comments. Vice-Mayor Paterno asked if
there was a franchise fee in the agreement to which Ms. White stated there was not in the solid
waste agreement, however there was one in the FPL agreement. The Mayor opened the
hearing to the public for input. There being no public comment, she closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Vice-Mayor Paterno moved approval; seconded by Council Member Arena;
motion carried unanimously 5-0.
18. Council Designation of Members to Various Governmental Assemblies
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved to approve appointments to the assemblies as
presented and directed the Clerk to contact Mr. Holton to verify his desire to continue on the
committee; seconded by Vice-Mayor Paterno; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
19. Discussion and Direction on the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council's
(TCRPC) Request to Support the Inclusion of the Intercity Rail Component of the
Florida East Coast (FEC) Corridor Project as Part of Florida's Economic Stimulus
Plan
Consensus of Council agreed to postpone the item to the May 9, 2009 Council agenda.
ANY OTHER MATTERS
Vice-Mayor Paterno commented on the fire surcharge and stated this was a prime example of
trying to get around the governing ad valorem tax; it should be handled through taxes and
suggested the Council oppose any change.
Mayor Watkins commented on the Finance report Council received and considering the
economic climate appreciates all the hard work that went into preparing the report and keeping
the Village in good financial condition.
Council Member Arena made a copy of the Coordinating Council proposed and current by-
laws for Council to review and noted Tequesta was not in any jeopardy of losing its seat.
Village Manager Couzzo stated Council would need to keep in mind that the solid waste
agreement could be significantly impacted this coming budget year as a result of the fuel
surcharge fee.
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ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved to adjourn; seconded by Council Member Arena;
the motion to adjourn carried unanimously 5-0; therefore, the meeting was adjourned at 9:25
p. m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Lori McWilliams, CMC
Village Clerk