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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDocumentation_Regular_Tab 03_10/15/2009MINUTES VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA WORKSHOP MINUTES AUGUST 11, 2009 CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pat Watkins at 5:30 p.m. A roll call was taken by Village Clerk's Assistant Deanna Mayo. Present were: Mayor Pat Watkins, Vice-Mayor Tom Paterno, Council Member Vince Arena, Council Member Jim Humpage, and Council Member Calvin Turnquest. Also in attendance were: Village Manager Michael R. Couzzo Jr., Village Attorney Trela White, and Village Clerk's Assistant Deanna Mayo. 1. Council Discussion Regarding Commercial Parking Issues Attorney Trela White explained the phraseology was draft and open for suggestions. Mayor Watkins offered her understanding of the regulation. Vice Mayor Paterno felt the regulation was being abused and utilized as a means of advertisement. Manager Couzzo stated there were areas which may be grandfathered in and offered a waiver. Attorney White stated that once the Ordinance was completed it would offer reasonable time for business owners and property managers to comply. Manager Couzzo suggested the waiver be attached to the occupant and include an expiration date. Manager Couzzo stated he would meet with Gilbert Electric and the property owner of the referenced Plaza to discuss the possibility of a mutual agreement and felt an informal attempt should be made to avoid changing the entire code. Council consensus was that one vehicle be allowed in front of a business during normal business hours and the "roof line" specifics should be clarified. 2. Presentation to Council on Conceptual Development Plans for Tequesta Drive Park Catherine Harding, Director of Community Development, offered suggestions for the plans regarding the Tequesta Drive Park's property. Manager Couzzo noted the projects priorities and stated he would keep Council informed of the progress. 3. Council Discussion on C2 / C3 Use Issues Trela White, Village Attorney confirmed a previous agreement amendment and suggested language for future agreements. Vice Mayor Paterno offered suggestions regarding verbiage inclusions and exclusions for businesses. Frank D'Ambra III, 23 Leeward Circle offered suggestions to phrasing. Minutes -Workshop 8/11/09 Page 2 Manager Couzzo stated the Ordinance would be developed to include florists, bakeries and liquor businesses as well as proper zone information for Council's approval. 4. Council Discussion on Health Insurance Renewal with Cigna Insurance and Dental Renewal with MetLife Insurance Merlene Reid, Director of Human Resources noted her meeting with the Union Committee and explained the Gehring Groups options in connection with the Committee's request for no increase on insurance costs. She explained the chart's options, increased cost and savings and illustrated the benefits associated with the Committees preference for option four. Vice Mayor Paterno felt more cost cuts should be considered because of the economy's current condition. Council Member Turnquest stated the Committee and Department Heads were content with negotiations and believed adequate efforts were produced. Mr. Frank D' Ambra, 23 Leeward Circle, inquired on plan specifics and offered his thoughts. 5. Council Discussion and Consideration of the "Economic Watch -Looking out for your Tax Dollars" Information Article Mayor Watkins noted the efforts which went into the Economic Watch. Council Member Turnquest recommended mailing the informative piece to all residents. Manager Couzzo felt it should be mailed to possible annexation areas as well. Mr. Frank D'Ambra III, 23 Leeward Circle suggested advertizing it in the Tequesta Magazine. Council Consensus was to mail the Economic Watch to all residents including possible annexation pockets. 6. Update on Jupiter Inlet Colony Negotiations and Council Member Turnquest's Meeting with Jupiter Inlet Colony Vice-Mayor Comerford Council Member Turnquest stated the Jupiter Inlet Colony (JIC) felt they had alternate options in the future and were not interested in negotiating with Tequesta before their 2013 expiration date on the contract held at present. Council Member Humpage referenced the County and questioned the probability of specific scenarios and a contract between the County and JIC. Manager Couzzo felt the County could negotiate with JIC but did not feel it was probable. Minutes -Workshop 8/11/09 Page 3 Attorney White suggested Council focusing on the direction they want to go with the dispute resolution previously discussed and reminded them that it would be on the upcoming Council Meeting Agenda. 7. Any Other Matters Manager Couzzo stated he would continue negotiations regarding the AT&T Cell Tower and felt it was worth the Village considering. Vice Mayor Paterno agreed to join the Manager in the negotiation efforts. Manager Couzzo questioned the size of the new park's parking area in regards to paving. Council Consensus was to eliminate the extended point and square the lot area off. Mayor Watkins suggested scheduling a Council meeting for the Managers review before the fiscal year end. Frank D'Ambra, suggested looking at option three on the health insurance renewal list. Chief Weinand, Fire Chief noted the Committees research and explained the benefit .package chosen offered sufficient options. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved to adjourn the meeting; seconded by Council Member Arena. The motion to adjourn carried unanimously 5-0; therefore the meeting was adjourned at 8:38 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Deanna Mayo Village Clerk's Assitant MINUTES VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES August 13, 2009 CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pat Watkins at 7:02 p.m. A roll call was taken by Village Clerk McWilliams. Present were: Mayor Pat Watkins, Vice-Mayor Tom Paterno, Council Member Humpage, Council Member Vince Arena, and Council Member Turnquest. Also in attendance were: Village Manager Michael R. Couzzo Jr., Village Attorney Trela White, Village Clerk Lori McWilliams, and Department Heads. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE A video presentation of National Night Out was given and Mayor Watkins led the pledge to the flag. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Mayor Watkins pulled Item 6 for discussion; Council Member Humpage noted he had business for under Any Other Matters; Vice-Mayor Paterno pulled Items 7 and 11 for discussion. MOTION: Counci! Member Humpage moved approval of the agenda as modified; seconded by Council Member Turnquest; motion carried unanimously 5-0. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS 1. Proclamation - Muscular Dystrophy Association Local 2928 Firefighter Appreciation Month Mayor Watkins presented Ray Giblin, Fire Department representative, with the Proclamation. 2. Proclamation -Florida Water Professionals Week -August 17, 2009 -August 21, 2009 Mayor Watkins presented Phil Donovan of Florida Water and Pollution Control Operators Association with the Proclamation. Mr. Donovan recognized the utility workers in attendance and provided Council with a movie. 3. Attorney General Office Seniors vs. Crimes Program Mr. Wayne Picone of the Florida Attorney General's Office and Police Chief McCollom presented the newly implemented program "Seniors vs. Crimes Program." 4. Update on Jupiter Inlet Colony Negotiations and Council Member Turnquest' Meeting with Jupiter Inlet Colony Vice-Mayor Comerford Council Member Turnquest summarized his meeting with Jupiter Inlet Colony Vice-Mayor Comerford regarding the fire rescue services agreement, which was set to expire in 2013. He requested Inlet Colony pay the same as Village residents for services provided; the suggestion was not well received as they believe they pay their fair share and have a binding contract. He suggested merging the Jupiter Inlet Colony Police Department with the Village Police Department and felt it would have been considered positively, but the media became involved. Minutes -Regular Council Meeting 8/13/09 Page 2 At this time, he stated the residents feared a loss of identity and an agreement was not reached on the merger or the fire rescue agreement. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the following consent agenda with Items 6, 7 and 11 removed for discussion; seconded by Vice-Mayor Paterno; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 5. MINUTES: 5/20/09 Special; 5/29/09 Special; 6/11/09 LPA; 7/9/09 LPA; 7/9/09 Regular 6. Resolution 14-09. Initiating Conflict Resolution Procedures with the Town of Jupiter Inlet Colony Pursuant to the Florida Government Conflict Resolution Act REMOVED FROM CONSENT 7. Resolution 22-09. Appropriating Fund Balance, and Increasing the General Fund 2008/09 Budget $195,97500 to Provide Funding for a Rescue Vehicle (Ambulance) - REMOVED FROM CONSENT 8. Resolution 24-09. Adopting Refuse, Recycling and Yard Waste Collection Rates for FY Ending September 30, 2010 9. Approval of Mutual Aid Agreement between the Village of Tequesta and the Town of Jupiter Island for Law Enforcement Assistance 10. Approval of First Amendment to Emergency Services Agreement with the Palm Beach County Fire Rescue for Station 11 11. Approval of Health Insurance Renewal with Cigna Insurance and Dental Renewal with MetLife Insurance -REMOVED FROM CONSENT 12. Approval of Budget Amendments for Fiscal Year 2008/2009 13. Approval of Interim Employment Agreement for Firefighter William J. Eichelroth for a Term of Three Years 14. Council Authorization Directing the Mayor to Submit Letter Agreeing to Allocation of Criminal Justice Commission (CJC) FY2010 (Federal FY 2009) Annual JAC Funds as Provided by CJC in Attached Chart END OF CONSENT AGENDA Minutes -Regular Council Meeting 8/13/09 Page 3 Consensus of Council agreed to move Items 19 and 20 prior to the items removed from the Consent Agenda. 19. Approve Amended AT&T Cell Tower Agreement between the Village of Tequesta and New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC Vice-Mayor Paterno summarized the amended agreement, which would include a $2500 per month payment, ($30,000 per year for 25 years), the initial term was ten years; five years thereafter and AT&T would receive rights to 1/3 of the ground and the Village would retain the remainder of the ground rights. The Village agreed AT&T would keep revenues for co-locators on the pole and the Village would retain the ground rights; AT&T would pay 2.5 months up front and the remainder of the contract would remain the same. MOTION: Vice-Mayor Paterno moved approval of the amended AT&T New Cingular Wireless Cell Tower Agreement; seconded by Council Member Arena; motion carried 5-0. 20. Site Plan Modification SPM 3-09 (Quasitiludiciall, Consideration of: Site Plan Modification to Add a Cell Tower to Leased Village Property Located at 136 Bridge Road -SBA Network Services -Applicant Attorney White swore in Village Manager Couzzo to speak regarding the site plan. Mr. Couzzo explained the site plan would be modified based on the reconfiguration of the area assigned AT&T. Vice-Mayor Paterno disclosed he attended the negotiations with AT&T on 8/12/09; no other ex- parte disclosures were made. Mayor Watkins opened the hearing to the public for comment; there being none, she opened the meeting for Council comment. There being no further comments, the public hearing was closed. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the site plan modification; seconded by Vice-Mayor Paterno; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 6. Resolution 14-09. Initiating Conflict Resolution Procedures with the Town of Jupiter Inlet Colony Pursuant to the Florida Government Conflict Resolution Act Village Attorney read Resolution title 14-09 into the record. Mayor Watkins noted reasonable pressure had been applied to Jupiter Inlet Colony (JIC) and believed the issue had run its course. She stated additional conflict resolutions would cost the Minutes -Regular Council Meeting 8/13/09 Page 4 Village money and suggested the Village take no further action. Council Member Humpage agreed. Council Member Turnquest asked the Village to review "opt out" clauses within the remaining JIC agreements. The Village Manager advised he would have the attorney review and provide advice regarding opt out provisions. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved to withdraw the item and take no action; Council Member Turnquest seconded; motion carried unanimously. 7. Resolution 22-09. Appropriating Fund Balance and Increasing the General Fund 2008/09 Budget $195,975.00 to Provide Funding for a Rescue Vehicle (Ambulance) Village Attorney White read Resolution 22-09 title into the record. MOTION: Vice-Mayor Paterno moved to withdraw the item and take no action and directed the Village Manager to find the funds within the existing 2008/2009 budget; Council Member Humpage seconded; motion carried unanimously. 11. Approval of Health Insurance Renewal with Cigna Insurance and Dental Renewal with MetLife Insurance Vice-Mayor Paterno noted Council directed there be no increase in health insurance costs. As a result, the new consultants offered the current plan for less with several other options for additional significant savings and felt Council should approve the larger of the savings for the Village. Ms. Reid, Director of Human Resources, advised there were differences in the old and new plans. She stated the committee vote was unanimous and pointed out there was a 3.1 °!o reduction in monthly premiums, a reduction in out-of-pocket calendar year maximums, and reductions in the generic drug costs and mental services outpatient pocket. She explained there would be increases in the primary care co-pay, preferred drug costs, mail order co-pay, employees could no longer go out of the Cigna network; and emergency room co-pays. Vice-Mayor Paterno believed there were other options available that would provide additional savings, did not support increased benefits at this time, and asked Council to reconsider. Council Member Turnquest stated the committee was tasked with finding a package that did not cost the Village additional funds to which the committee came back with a savings. He felt the human element needed to be considered. Council Member Arena believed the goal and objectives set were accomplished by the committee. Vice-Mayor Paterno agreed, but felt the Village could save more money. Minutes -Regular Council Meeting 8/13/09 Page 5 MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the health insurance renewal with Cigna and dental renewal with MetLife as presented; seconded by Council Member Turnquest; motion carried unanimously 5-0. Village Manager pointed out Council approved the Station 11 Fire Rescue agreement on the Consent Agenda and Chief Weinand provided a short update. COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS Frank D'Ambra, 23 Leeward Circle, commented on the Jupiter Inlet Colony resolution and existing agreements; suggested Council reconsider the Census resolution previously passed; and suggested the Village find alternative ways to address insurance costs. COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL Council Member Humpage commented on the ground breaking of the Public Safety monument and on the recently distributed Economic Watch publication. Council Member Arena complimented the Police Chief on National Night Out, commented on "Operation Second Chance," and the Palm Beach Post's "Back Yard Chatter." Mayor Watkins reminded Council of the Volunteer Recognition Celebration scheduled for September 23, 2009 from 1:30 - 3:30 in the Council Chambers. REGULAR AGENDA OLD BUSINESS 15. Resolution 21-09. Public Safety Officer Pension Funding Increase from 11 % to 27.2% FY 2008/2009 Budget (Tabled from 7/9/09 to 8/13/09) Village Attorney White read Resolution 21-09 title into the record. Village Manager believed the intent of Council was to defer the consideration of this item until after a new actuarial report had been completed and felt this would provide a better picture of the situation. Vice-Mayor Paterno suggested placing the $340,000 in the 09/10 budget. Resident Frank D'Ambra, 23 Leeward Circle, voiced concern the actuarial reports were a year behind and noted this did not happen in the private sector. Resident John Terzakis, 6 Tall Oaks, suggested obtaining new numbers first and then make decisions on investment needs. Public Safety Pension Board Trustee /Firefighter Ray Giblin noted the values were based on 2008 and advised the Pension Board recently updated the mortality rates, rate of return percentage and approved smoothing. Mr. D'Ambra stated the Actuary should make recommendations on non-investment items. Minutes -Regular Council Meeting 8/13/09 Page 6 MOTION: Vice-Mayor Paterno moved to withdraw the item and directed the Village Manager to place $340, 000 in the FY 09/10 budget with adjustments to be made as necessary; seconded Council Member Turnquest; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 16. Ordinance 14-09, Second Reading, Amending Exhibit "A" of Section 2-30 of Code of Ordinances relating to the General Employees' Pension Trust Funds to Expand the Investment Provisions (First Reading 7/9/09) Village Attorney White read Ordinance 14-09 title into the record. Mayor Watkins opened the public hearing to Council for comment. Pension Attorney Bonni Jensen and General Employee Pension Board Chair Michael Rhodes responded to questions regarding the current rate of return, to which Mr. Rhodes advised it was down for the three-year period by 1.63%. Vice-Mayor Paterno voiced concern with the foreign market and suggested a cap at 15%. Attorney Jensen noted the Ordinance changes were only what were allowed by law. Mayor Watkins opened the meeting to the public for comment; there being no comments; she closed the public hearing. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Ordinance 14-09 on second reading; seconded by Vice-Mayor Paterno; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 17. Ordinance 12-09, Second Reading, Rezoning Certain Real Property within the Corporate Limits of the Village of Tequesta; which property consists of Eight 8.0± Acres of Land Recently Annexed into the Village Located at 4534 and 4546 County Line Road, Informally Known as the Old Rood Landscaping Site; Herein Shall be Assigned the Village Zoning Designation of "R2 -Multiple Family Dwelling District" (First Reading 7/9/09) Village Attorney White read Ordinance 12-09 title into the record. Mayor Watkins opened the public hearing to Council for comment; there being no comment, she opened the meeting to the public. Joanne Russell, 141 Magnolia Way, asked if Riverside Oaks residents would be notified of future site plan approvals. There being no further comments, the public hearing was closed. Minutes -Regular Council Meeting 8/13/09 Page 7 MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Ordinance 12-09 on second reading; seconded by Council Member Turnquest; motion carried 4-1 with Vice-Mayor Paterno dissenting. 18. Ordinance 16-09, Second Reading, Amending Section 22-51 to Remove Reference to the Requirement that "No two Board Members coming from the same homeowners', condominium or community association." Village Attorney White read Ordinance 16-09 title into the record. Mayor Watkins opened the public hearing to Council for comment; there being none she opened the meeting to the public; there being no public comment, she closed the public hearing. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Ordinance 16-09; seconded by Vice-Mayor Paterno; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 19. Approve Amended AT8~T Cell Tower Agreement between the Village of Tequesta and New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC MOVED TO FOLLOW CONSENT AGENDA NEW BUSINESS 20. Site Plan Modification SPM 3-09 (Quasi-Judiciall, Consideration of: Site Plan Modification to Add a Cell Tower to Leased Village Property Located at 136 Bridge Road -SBA Network Services -Applicant MOVED TO FOLLOW CONSENT AGENDA STANDING REPORTS • Village Attorney Village Attorney White provided an update on Senate Bill 360. She stated forms would need to be completed for extensions and should be maintained in the building, zoning or development files for the record. She advised there was a lawsuit trying to declare the bill unconstitutional and if it were declared as such, the Village would need a record of which permits were extended under the bill. • Village Manager Mr. Couzzo thanked the Council for their time and patience during the extremely complex and delicate issues. ANY OTHER MATTERS Council Member Humpage asked Council to consider the discrepancies on corner lots. Mayor Watkins noted the Special Council Meeting to discuss the Village Manager's Professional Recognition Compensation was scheduled for October 1, 2009. Minutes -Regular Council Meeting 8/13/09 Page 8 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 9:49 p. m. Respectfully submitted, Lori McWilliams, CMC Village Clerk MINUTES VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 1, 2009 CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pat Watkins at 8:32 a.m. A roll call was taken by Village Clerk McWilliams. Present were: Mayor Pat Watkins, Vice-Mayor Tom Paterno, Council Member Humpage, Council Member Vince Arena, and Council Member Turnquest. Also in attendance were: Village Manager Michael R. Couzzo Jr., and Village Clerk Lori McWilliams. Approval of Agenda MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the agenda; seconded by Vice- Mayor Paterno; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 1. Discussion and Approval of Performance Recognition Compensation (PRC) for Village Manager • Council Member Arena suggested savings bonds. • Council Member Humpage extensively reviewed the PRC history; reviewed past justifications and compared to the current year; suggested the $500 vehicle allowance be reviewed and increased to cut down on travel costs; and discussed the past tax issues. • Council commented on performance and ways the Manager had saved the Village money such as water bond savings, auditor negotiations, lease of the Tequesta Drive property for a park, fighting for stimulus funds; positive relationship with employees, Public Works Director, Station 11 Fire Rescue, and his creativity. • Vice-Mayor Paterno stated Mr. Couzzo had progressed to what he wanted to see -has blossomed. He agreed with providing a PRC and mentioned the above items were part of the job; he voiced concern with providing a PRC while cutting costs. • Council agreed to hold future PRC consideration discussions at a Regularly Scheduled Council Meeting in August. Acknowledged this has been a team effort by the Manager, Council and staff. • Comments were made on factoring in the economy, MOTION: Council Member Arena moved approval of a Performance Recognition Compensation of 15% of base salary; seconded by Council Member Humpage; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 7. Any Other Business Council Member Arena commented on problems with Oak trees and boats not being to move past the trees which in turn ties up traffic. He also suggested the Royal Palms be trimmed every June or July. Minutes -Special Council Meeting - 9/1/09 Page 2 Vice-Mayor Paterno handed out information on "Defined Contribution Plan." He commented on the future need to make additional budget cuts such as the Harvest Festival and personnel costs and save where possible. Mayor Watkins commented the residents liked the Harvest Festival and suggested receiving input from the residents on future budget cuts, parks and recreation activities and millage increases. Vice-Mayor Paterno stated he opposed sick leave payouts. 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 10:32 a.m. Respectfully submitted, Lori McWilliams, CMC Village Clerk MINUTES VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 3, 2009 CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pat Watkins at 5:31 p.m. A roll call was taken by Village Clerk McWilliams. Present were: Mayor Pat Watkins, Council Member Humpage, Council Member Vince Arena, and Council Member Turnquest. Also in attendance were: Village Manager Michael R. Couzzo Jr., Village Clerk Lori McWilliams, Director of Community Development Catherine Harding, and Finance Director Joann Forsythe. Vice-Mayor Tom Paterno was absent from the meeting. Public Hearing • Mayor Watkins announced that the proposed operating millage rate necessary to fund the budget is 10.55% under the rolled-back millage rate of 6.4470 mills. Mayor Watkins also announced the proposed millage rate is 5.7671. • Finance Director Forsythe provided a summary of the tentative budget. • Citizen Comments: Frank D'Ambra, 23 Leeward Circle, expressed his opinion that doing 2011 and 2012 budgets to look at future expenses would be helpful in future strategic planning. • Council Comments: Council Member Humpage agreed Council should look more into the future and commented on a proposed survey and letter from the Mayor to determine residents' needs and wants. Council Member Humpage thanked staff and council for their work on the budget. Council Member Turnquest thanked staff for simplifying the budget process and agreed with future planning, but commented it would be difficult to project the budget into the future more than one or two years Council Member Arena complimented staff and the Village Manager on a great job and suggested projecting only certain aspects of the budget. Mayor Watkins echoed Council sentiments and expressed her opinion there had been good planning for years and the Village should continue communication with residents for their input. The Mayor noted there was a 5-year plan for capital improvements. The Village Manager commented on the considerable amount of cash that had been placed in capital improvements over the years and that the work had been a team effort. Council Member Turnquest reported the county considered Tequesta to be frugal Minutes -Special Council Meeting - 9/3/09 Page 2 Hearing no further comments, Mayor Watkins declared the public hearing closed. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved that the Village of Tequesta adopt a mllaage rate for Fiscal Year 2009-2010 of 5.7671 mills. Council Member Tumquest seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously 4-0. MOTION: Council Member Tumquest moved that the Village of Tequesta adopt the tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2009-2010. Council Member Humpage seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously 4-0. Mayor Watkins announced the time and place of the Final Budget Public Hearing as September 10, 1009 at 7:00 p.m. at the Tequesta Village Hall. Any Other Matters Council Member Arena commented on the baby sitting service offered by Parks and Recreation, that it brought in revenue of $160 and the expenses were approximately $80 for the 3-hour session; therefore what was perceived as an expense for the Village was actually profitable. Harvest Fest revenue last year had been approximately $12,000; right now for this year Parks and Recreation Director Greg Corbitt had almost $8,000 in booth and advertising sales and the gates hadn't even been opened. Council Member Arena explained this event was a way to produce benefits to the Village at less cost than it had been years ago through sponsorships, etc., and was enjoyed by the residents. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Council Membe Tumquest; the motion to adjourned at 5:50 p. m. Respectfully submitted, r Humpage moved to adjourn; seconded by Council Member adjourn carried unanimously 4-0; therefore, the meeting was Lori McWilliams, CMC Village Clerk MINUTES VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 10, 2009 CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pat Watkins at 7:02 p.m. A roll call was taken by Village Clerk McWilliams. Present were: Mayor Pat Watkins, Council Member Humpage, Council Member Vince Arena, and Council Member Turnquest. Also in attendance were: Village Manager Michael R. Couzzo Jr., Village Clerk Lori McWilliams, Director of Community Development Catherine Harding, and Finance Director Joann Forsythe. Vice-Mayor Tom Paterno was absent from the meeting. Public Hearin • Mayor Watkins announced that the proposed operating millage rate necessary to fund the budget is 10.55% under the rolled-back millage rate of 6.4470 mills. Mayor Watkins also announced the proposed millage rate is 5.7671. • Finance Director Forsythe provided a summary of the tentative budget. Mayor Watkins opened the public hearing to citizen input. There being none, she opened the meeting to Council for comment. 1. Resolution 27-09, Adopting Final Millage Rate by Motion of Council Attorney White read Resolution 27-09 title into the record. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved to adopt Resolution 27-09 setting the final millage rate for FY 2009/2010 at 5.7671 mills; seconded by Council Member Turnquest. Vice-Mayor Paterno stated Council worked hard and that going forward Council would need to work to decrease the deficit and that the Property Appraiser was looking at a 10% decrease in taxable property value next year. He asked the Manager to come below budget this year. Council Member Arena mentioned there had been losses in revenues over the past two years and complimented the Manager and staff the budget. Council Member Humpage concurred and pointed out everyone wears more than one hat. Mayor Watkins believed the Manager kept the Village running cost effectively and complimented all involved. Motion carried unanimously. 2. Resolution 28-09, Adopting Final 2009-2010 Budget by Motion of Council Attorney White read Resolution 28-09 title into the record. Minutes -Special Council Meeting - 9/10/09 Page 2 MOTION: Council Member Tumquest moved approval of the final 2009/2010 budget; seconded by Council Member Arena; motion carried unanimously. Mayor Watkins closed the public hearing. ANY OTHER MATTERS None ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved to adjourn; seconded by Council Member Tumquest; the motion to adjourn carried unanimously 5-0; therefore, the meeting was adjourned at 7:12 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lori McWilliams, CMC Village Clerk MINUTES VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA EMERGENCY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 25, 2009 CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pat Watkins at 1:32 p.m. A roll call was taken by Village Clerk Assistant Deanna Mayo. Present were: Mayor Pat Watkins, Vice-Mayor Tom Paterno, Council Member Vince Arena, and Council Member Turnquest. Also in attendance were: Village Manager Michael R. Couzzo Jr., and Village Clerk Assistant Deanna Mayo and Department Heads. Council Member Humpage was absent. 1. Prompt Corrective Action Requested by Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) regarding deficiencies shown in inspection of Tequesta Drive Bridge Village Manager Couzzo referenced his meeting earlier with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). He noted their recommendation for closure following their inspection results which showed acceleration of deterioration. He noted the closure would be on the west bound lane and only passenger vehicles would be permissible. Mayor Watkins questioned if safety would be compromised by leaving the alternate lane open. Manager Couzzo responded that the FDOT expressed their confidence on utilizing the east bound lane for passenger vehicles only. He noted that trucks, busses and trailers would be exempt because of their weight but an ambulance would be allowed. Mayor Watkins inquired to what extent was the bridge believed to fail. Vice Mayor Paterno stated actual collapse was discussed by the FDOT. Manager Couzzo noted the bridge was rated for 35 tons and the new provision reduced the tonnage load to two. Council Member Arena voiced his concern for the severity of the situation. Manager Couzzo reminded Council they had the option to close the entire bridge. Vice Mayor Paterno suggested tightening up the lane width to slow drivers as they approach. Mr. Russell White, Public Services Manager, suggested placement of message boards and barricades. Mayor Watkins asked how the Manager would explain the situation to the public. Manager Couzzo responded the details would note significant deterioration since June and the Village adhering to the findings of the FDOT and their Consultants. Manager Couzzo explained the impact from vibrations of larger vehicle loads. Council Member Arena questioned speed and pile up traffic on the bridge. Vice Mayor Paterno reiterated that the FDOT was not concerned with the weight of passenger vehicles or their vibrations even if they were lined up on the bridge the FDOT confirmed the impact would be acceptable. Mayor Watkins felt an officer must be present to reduce the possibility of drivers attempting to go in the wrong direction. Manager Couzzo suggested an officer should be on duty at all times. Council Member Arena concurred and suggested closing the bridge during the late hours. Council Member Turnquest felt it would inconvenience residents who utilized the bridge all Minutes -Emergency Council Meeting - 9/25/09 Page 2 hours and should remain open. Mr. Russell White, Public Services Manager, pointed out additional procedures would be necessary to close the lane each night and did not recommend this strategy. Manager Couzzo noted additional personnel could be obtained if needed for whatever was necessary. Council Member Turnquest stated the public's safety was priority. Lieutenant Pike stated officers could be scheduled for coverage any way deemed necessary. Council Consensus was to leave the bridge open around the clock with one lane going east bound. Manager Couzzo stated a plan would be developed on the actual specifics. He also confirmed a dialogic would be sent to the residents today. Brad Gomberg, IT Director, replied he could post the update in numerous areas. Vice Mayor Paterno felt the situation necessitated motivation to expedite the bridge replacement project. Manager Couzzo felt announcing the expectation of a rush would increase the cost on bids tremendously. Mayor Watkins asked if they could speed up the process. Manager Couzzo noted that the steps and procedures for the bridge project were mandatory and did not believe any could be eliminated. MOTION: Mayor Watkins passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Paterno and moved to appropriate up to $50,000 for necessities toward the closing of the Tequesta Drive Bridge; seconded by Council Member Arena; motion carried unanimously 4-0. Council Member Turnquest left the meeting at 2:05 p.m. Manager Couzzo reiterated the impact of the larger vehicles and noted monitoring would be ongoing. He also suggested police obtain a boat slip next to the bridge. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Council Member Arena moved to adjourn; seconded by Vice-Mayor Paterno; the motion to adjourn carried unanimously 3-0; therefore, the meeting was adjourned at 2:08 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Deanna Mayo Assistant to the Village Clerk