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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_Regular_05/13/2010 MINUTES VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES May 13, 2010 CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pat Watkins at 7:00 p.m. A roll call was taken by Village Clerk Lori McWilliams. Present were: Mayor Pat Watkins, Vice -Mayor Tom Paterno, Council Member Jim Humpage, Council Member Vince Arena, and Council Member Calvin Turnquest. Also in attendance were: Village Manager Michael R. Couzzo Jr., Village Attorney Keith Davis, Village Clerk McWilliams, and Department Heads. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council Member Arena offered the invocation followed by the pledge to the flag. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION Council Member Humpage moved approval of the agenda; seconded by Vice -Mayor Paterno; motion carried unanimously 5 -0. Manager Couzzo asked that Item 11 be moved to follow Item 1 and to add following Item 11 an update from Coldwell Bank, Brian Hughes who represented an interested party on the Cornerstone property. PRESENTATIONS /PROCLAMATIONS 1. Tequesta Drive Bridge Construction Update Village Manager Couzzo introduced Mr. Moe Mabrouk, FDOT Project Administrator, Mr. Pete McRae, AIM Engineering, Mr. Ronnie LaRowe and Ricky Sheltra of Sheltra and Son, Inc. Mr. McRae explained the NE retaining wall was complete and the center and east deck slabs had been placed. He voiced concerns with rumors the bridge would possibly come in late and not open on time and stated based on production rates, it was their feeling the bridge would not meet the deadline, however, the contractor has stated on numerous occasions it would finish on time. Mayor Watkins commented on the importance of being as open and forthcoming as possible and would like the get the word out the possibility existed it might not open on time. Mr. Mabrouk confirmed the bridge could open on time, however based on production rates a delay was possible. He noted additional crews were being brought on site. Mr. Sheltra stated they would do everything possible to bring the project in on schedule and noted it was doable. Mr. McRae and Mr. Mabrouk stated the cooperation and coordination with Village staff had been extraordinary. Minutes —Regular Council Meeting 5/13/10 Page 2 11. Discussion and Possible Action on the Possibility of Opening the Tequesta Drive Bridge Prior to Total Completion Village Manager Couzzo believed there was a possibility the roadway could be opened to vehicular traffic prior to the completion of the bridge. He discussed several components involved and potential problems to opening prior to final completion. Mr. Mabrouk commented on liabilities and liquidated damages. Mayor Watkins voiced concern with hindering the contractor from doing his job. Consensus of Council agreed to continue to move the project along and open the bridge when it was finished. UPDATE CORNERSTONE PROPERTY Mr. Brian Hughes, 13963 78 Place North, discussed a client who was interested in the Cornerstone property. He spoke with the bank and was completing the due diligence work to determine what issues needed to be addressed. He asked about current agreements and understood there was a unity of title agreement and plot issues. He mentioned possibly doing an independent facility or joint venture with a neighbor. Manager Couzzo stated the property was going to foreclosure and mentioned Council may have an interest in a portion of the property. 2. Presentation of the American Cancer Society Relay for Life Plaque to Council Mayor Watkins presented a recognition plaque to the American Cancer Society and to Council Member Arena. 3. Utility Update Presentation and Discussion about the Water Use Permit Mr. Bill Reese provided an update on utility department matters. He stated there were ongoing permitting issues, bidding and construction projects pending, and planning and study work under consideration. He reviewed ongoing operational programs and permitting and construction efforts. Mr. Russell White, Public Services Manager, discussed the health of the water distribution system and its high -level operation. Mr. Fallon, Chief Water Plant Operator, discussed water quality and local, state and federal standards. He reviewed the filtration process, reverse osmosis process, and water production process. 4. Proclamation Declaring May 25, 2010 as National Missing Children's Day Mayor Watkins declared May 25, 2010 as National Missing Children's Day in the Village of Tequesta. Minutes —Regular Council Meeting 5/13/10 Page 3 5. Proclamation Declaring May 15 and May 16, 2010 as American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Days Mayor Watkins declared May 15 and May 16 as American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Days in the Village of Tequesta. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION Vice -Mayor Patemo moved approval of the following consent agenda; seconded by Council Member Tumquest, motion carried unanimously 5 -0. 6. MINUTES: 3/24110 Workshop, 3/23/10 Regular 6A. Resolution 14 -10, Appropriating Fund Balance and Increasing the Water Utility Fund Budget $13,330.00 to Provide for the Funding of Emergency Repairs Due to a Water Main Break END OF CONSENT AGENDA COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS Mr. Frank D'Ambra, 23 Leeward Circle, offered his expertise and advice on investments referencing the 10 percent cap on international, which was moved up to 25 %, and noted risk elements, He encouraged Council to reconsider giving consultants more flexibility on investing in the international markets. COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL Council Member Arena referenced the June fishing trip for deserving children. He also noted assisting local teachers with student needs and additional Village events. Council Member Turnquest offered to support the June fishing trip as well. Mayor Watkins congratulated Council Member Turnquest on his placement on the Board of Directors for the Florida League of Cities. She noted the counties withdrawal of the one -cent sales tax and commended Tequesta for being the first to oppose the tax by resolution. She thanked Clerk McWilliams for her assistance on keeping the Village up to date on the bridge project and reminded Council of the upcoming Volunteer Ice Cream Social. REGULAR AGENDA OLD BUSINESS 7. Ordinance 6 -10, First Reading, Amending Chapter 78. Zoning. at Article XI. Signs. By Updating this Article to Provide that the Commercial Portions of Mixed Use Developments shall be Subject to the Same Regulations as Other Commercial Districts in Minutes —Regular Council Meeting 5/13/10 Page 4 the Village, and that the Residential Portions of Mixed Use Developments shall be Subject to the Same Regulations as Other Residential Districts in the Village Attorney Keith Davis read Ordinance 6 -10 into the record. Council Member Humpage expressed that the Ordinance 6 -10 would now include mixed use and, in his opinion be a more complete zoning code. Mayor Watkins opened the meeting for public comment. John Isleib, 561 N. Cypress Drive voiced his concerns with the new Ordinance creating costs for businesses to comply and felt the economy made it difficult at present to impose expenses. Mayor Watkins closed the public hearing. MOTION Council Member Tumquest made a motion to approve Ordinance 6 -10, seconded by Vice -Mayor Patemo; motion carried unanimously 5 -0. NEW BUSINESS 8. Council Approval of Premium Conversion Plan Summary Plan Description, Plan Document and Adoption Agreement Ms. Ellen Jones of the Gehring Group offered a brief explanation on the conversion. MOTION Council Member Humpage made a motion to approve, seconded by Council Member Tumquest; motion carried unanimously 5 -0. I Water Authorizing Arcadis GS<M Inc. to Provide Engineering Services Related to 9 Auth o g g g Utility Equipment Condition Assessment Manager Couzzo explained this was a necessary assessment of the water and that a Strategic Planning Committee was being considered to assist with assessment of existing equipment and infrastructures. Council Member Tumquest questioned if this would be a yearly requirement. Manager Couzzo replied no it was to assess equipment that had aged to help the Village prepare for repairs and replacement on existing apparatus. Mr. Reese commented on the services they would provide. MOTION Council Member Humpage made a motion to approve, seconded by Council Member Tumquest, motion carried unanimously 5 -0. Minutes— Regular Council Meeting 5/13/10 Page 5 Manager Couzzo asked Council to amend the motion to allow him to utilize existing funds in the Enterprise to make up the $15,339. MOTION: Council Member Humpage amended his motion to include allowing the Manager t utilize existing funds in the Enterprise to make up the $15,339; and Council Member Tumquest amended his second. 10. Council Award of Contract for Village Wide Phone Service Provider MOTION Council Member Tumquest made a motion to approve award of contract to Deltacom; seconded by Council Member Humpage; motion carried unanimously 5 -0. 11. Discussion and Possible Action on the Possibility of Opening the Tequesta Drive Bridge Prior to Total Completion MOVED TO FOLLOW ITEM #1 Resolutions 12 -10 and 13 -10 were taken together under one motion. 12. Resolution 12 -10, Providing for the Annual Boards and Committee Appointments 13. Resolution 13 -10, Providing for the Annual Boards and Committee Appointments and Reappointments of the General Employee and Public Safety Officers Pension Boards MOTION Council Member Humpage made a motion to approve, seconded by Council Member Tumquest, motion carried unanimously 5 -0. 14. Council Designation of Members to Various Governmental Assemblies and Designation of Voting Delegate and Alternates to the Palm Beach County League of Cities, Inc. Council requested the North County Intergovernmental Agency be added to the list of appointments and asked the Clerk to contact Mrs. Kennedy to determine her interest in continuing to serve as the alternate on the Loxahatchee River Management Coordinating Council. MOTION: Council Member Tumquest moved approval of the governmental appointments with the addition of the North County Intergovernmental Committee and directed the Clerk to follow up on Mrs. Kennedy's interest in continuing to serve on the Loxahatchee River Management Coordinating Council and to bring the item back in June; seconded by Council Member Humpage; motion carried unanimously 5 -0. Minutes —Regular Council Meeting 5/13/10 Page 6 15. Council Discussion and Action on Local Planning Agency Meeting Schedule and Placement of LPA Administration to Alternate Group Consensus of Council agreed to continue to hold the Local Planning Meeting Agency meetings at 7:00 p.m. immediately before the Regular Council Meetings and for Council to continue to serve as the LPA. STANDING REPORTS • * Village Attorney Mr. Davis advised he would file the foreclosure notice on the Seabrook property. He explained he met with the building official who stated he did not have enough cause to provide facts to go to a judge for an inspection warrant. • * Village Manager Manager Couzzo suggested the bridge dedication be held on September 11 to which the Mayor disagreed. Council decided to make suggestions to the Manager and to bring back to the June Council Meeting. Stated he appointed Peter Allen as his designee to work with the Village Clerk and Police Department on the oil spill updates. Noted Council had received information on the budget schedule and suggested a strategic planning session to review the budget. He stated the Seabrook Road drainage modification and the Parks and Recreation air conditioning projects were complete. He mentioned the Annual CAFR report was at the printer and thanked Finance for their efforts. ANY OTHER MATTERS Council Member Turnquest asked Council to endorse a free financial program for residents. He noted a local resident was willing to offer a free monthly seminar. He suggested a bridge opening contest to determine who would be the first resident to drive over the bridge. He asked if the Village would be offering a 4 th of July celebration. Mr. Couzzo stated they were talking about fireworks during the bridge opening. He asked Council to consider a language change in the Ordinance regarding federally sanctioned humanitarian effort benefits. Minutes— Regular Council Meeting 5/13/10 Page 7 Council Member Arena reported they had received event sponsors for National Night Out. He asked Council to fund the remaining $1,500. Consensus of Council agreed to provide $1500 from Council donations to National Night Out. He requested and received an update on propane gas tanks being permissible in Code. He asked for an update on the North Cypress Drive sidewalk estimates. Mayor Watkins explained she and the Manager had a meeting with Mr. Hackett who was to submit a drawing for Council consideration. She noted neither she nor the Manager had received anything from Mr. Hackett since their meeting and that the Manager had offered to have the Village pay for the drawing. Vice -Mayor Paterno stated the County suggested moving the fire surtax to the November ballot, however there was a chance it would be pushed out further as a result. He brought up the issue of future annexation possibilities and mentioned he and the Manager met with Cotleur Hearing regarding a proposal to assist the Village. He passed out a handout from the Manager's Report on water usage and commented on usage decrease. He suggested the Village promote tours of the water plant. ADJOURNMENT Council Member Turnquest moved to adjourn the meeting; seconded by Council Member Arena. The motion to adjourn carried unanimously 5 -0; therefore, the meeting was adjourned at 10:10 p. m. Respectfully submitted, `A 61 ry I a 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.