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VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
September 25, 2009
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pat Watkins at 11:30 a.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, Council Member Jim Humpage, and Council Member
Calvin Turnquest. Also in attendance were: Village Manager Michael R. Couzzo Jr., Village
Clerk Assistant Deanna Mayo and Department Heads.
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 sod purchase from Agriturf for Paradise Park
Manager Couzzo explained the purchase procedures associated with the park and noted the
sod purchase was over the amount limited by Ordinance; therefore, Council's approval was
needed. He also noted the fiscal year end time restraints.
Vice Mayor Paterno noted the sod was only partially completed at present and felt leaving the
job unfinished until the next months Council meeting offered additional issues.
Manager Couzzo pointed out the position of the economy and felt it was an opportunity to save
money and complete the sod.
MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved to approve the purchase of sod from Agriturf,~
seconded by Council Member Turnquest; the motion to adjourn carried unanimously 5-0.
ANY OTHER MATTERS
Manager Couzzo discussed signage ideas for the new park. Mayor Watkins felt signage
should be limited.
Manager Couzzo noted the remainder of the vegetation should be in next week. Vice Mayor
Paterno inquired when the park would open to the public. Manager Couzzo replied that the
park was being utilized by residents.
Mr. Russell White, Public Services Manager, stated the cost of several items for Paradise
Park's completion was still unknown and costs were already over the $75,000 figure set aside.
He asked that more funds be made available in the budget.
Manager Couzzo suggested utilizing costs savings from the present budget to finish items
within the current fiscal year. He credited staff with their conscious efforts on implementing
cost saving ideas.
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MOTION: Vice Mayor Paterno moved to make $20,000 available for park improvements;
seconded by Council Member Humpage; the motion carried unanimously 5-0.
Council Member Humpage inquired if the water usage for the new parks irrigation was being
monitored. Mr. White stated the usage was being estimated and a special meter would be
ordered for the parks system.
Mr. White stated several businesses had voiced interest in donating benches for the park.
Council Member Turnquest noted input from other business offers as well.
Manager Couzzo commented the realtor representing the "old railroad property site" had
contacted him in reference to the Village's interest in purchasing the property and added code
compliance issues were attached to the property.
Manager Couzzo confirmed Station 11 would transfer back to the Village on the September 30,
and had numerous requests from departments requesting in favor of storage. He also stated
the engineer consultants for the bridge were interested in renting the space.
Manager Couzzo noted he would meet with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT)
today regarding deterioration of the bridge. He referenced the schedule sent to each Council
member and possible issues with that. He went over potential conflicts affecting construction
and a celebration event for the bridge closing. Manager Couzzo pointed out that the Tequesta
Bridge project was a State priority project because of the stimulus funds.
Manager Couzzo offered ideas regarding an event and the possible guest. Mayor Watkins
suggested avoiding any dates that would intertere with construction beginning and
recommended options with residents in mind. Council discussed dates and agreed on
December 12, 2009 for the event. Manager Couzzo stated no budget had been set and should
be discussed in October.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Council Member Turnquest moved to adjourn; seconded by Council Member
Humpage; the motion to adjourn carried unanimously 5-0; therefore, the meeting was
adjourned at 12:15 p. m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Deanna Mayo, ~.
Assistant to the Village Clerk