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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDocumentation_Regular_Tab 02_12/09/2010 DRAFT MINUTES VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 9, 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 Vince Arena, Council Member Jim Humpage and Council Member Calvin Turnquest. Also in attendance were: Village Manager Michael R. Couzzo Jr., Village Clerk Lori McWilliams and Department Heads. Open Public Hearinq Mayor Watkins opened the Public Hearing and announced details associated with the millage rate. Ms. JoAnn Forsythe, Director of Finance, noted the significance of the budget and its preparation along with details of the economies affects and a summary of associated figures. � • Announce that the proposed operating millage rate necessary to fund the budget is 6.91% under the rolled-back millage rate of 6.1949 mills. , • Announce Proposed Millage Rate is 5.7671 • Summary of Tentative Budget I • Citizen Comments Mayor Watkins opened the public hearing for public comment. There being no public comments the public hearing was closed. Close Public Hearinq 1. Approve Proposed Millage Rate by Motion of Council MOTION: Council Member Tumquest moved approval of the proposed 2010/2011 millage rate of 5.7671; seconded by Council Member Humpage; the motion carried unanimously 5-0. Minutes — Special Council Meeting — 9/9/10 Page 2 2. Adopt Tentative 2010/2011 Budget by Motion of Council MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the proposed 2010/2011 Budget; seconded by Council Member Tumquest; the motion carried unanimously 5-0. 3. Announce Time and Pface of Final Budget Public Hearing — September 16, 2010 at 5:30 p.m. — Tequesta Village Hall Mayor Watkins announced the �nal budget adoption hearing. ADJOURNMENT MOTION Council Member Tumquest moved to adjoum; seconded by Council Member Humpage; the motion to adjoum carried unanimously 5-0; therefore, the meeting was adjoumed at 7:10 p.m. 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. MINUTES VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA VILLAGE COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 12, 2010 CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pat Watkins at 8:30 a.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 Lori McWilliams, and Department Heads. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the agenda as submitted; seconded by Council Member Tumquest, and carried unanimously 5-0. 1. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the Purchase of Property Located at 479 Seabrook Road Village Manager Couzzo reported he and Village Attorney Davis had negotiated with the seller's attorney, and the price of the property had been reduced to $225,000. Closing costs were expected not to exceed $5,000, and were discussed in detail. The Village Manager requested permission to allow the Police and Fire Departments to use the existing facility for training purposes, and to put aside a certain amount of money for demolition of the existing structure. He also suggested temporary signage to let residents know this was property of the Village of Tequesta, and discussed re- zoning for municipal use or maintaining the current use with a special exception for a municipal use for a period of time. He suggested using the property as a passive green space until conceptual planning could be done. A Phase One Environmental Audit of the property had been done and no inconsistencies with the surrounding properties were found. The Manager advised he was not considering burning the building, but using smoke- producing devices to simulate a fire for training purposes. He encouraged the Council to participate. There was a suggestion to use the park as a dog park; Mayor Watkins noted Tequesta Park had also been suggested. Vice Mayor Paterno advised those who spoke at the last meeting requesting a dog park at Tequesta Park did not live in Tequesta, and asked Minutes — Special Council Meeting 10/12/10 Page 2 that Council be aware of whether speakers were residents. Council Member Humpage requested a letter be sent to Martin County to contribute money towards a dog park at Tequesta Park. Village Attorney Davis read Resolution 34-10 by title and with the amount inserted for costs not to exceed $15,000 (closing costs $5,000; demolition $10,000). MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Resolution 34-10 with $15,000 inserted; seconded by Council Member Tumquest; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 2. Discussion Regarding the Code Enforcement Lien Recorded Against the "Cornerstone" Property Located at 223 Village Boulevard The Village Manager reported the Village held a lien in the amount of $250,000 on the property at 223 Village Boulevard and during negotiations with the bank which currently owned the property he had made clear the Village would not take less than $180,000. He explained that the Village's actual costs were much less than that and this was a � reasonable offer, and the money would be received quickly, possibly as quickly as the next day. Net revenue was expected to be $170,000. Discussion ensued regarding the rebar that would need to be removed to satisfy the Code Enforcement requirements. I Vice Mayor Paterno exp�essed concern with wording that might require removal of the existing building. Manager Couzzo explained this was a one-time resolution authorizing Council to correct the property to satisfy the code violations; Attorney Davis advised this I would close the existing code violation on this property. The Village Manager indicated he believed this would close a week from tomorrow, giving time for items to be removed. I MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval to recommend settlement of $180,000 to the Special Magistrate for final action, seconded by Council Member Tumquest; motion carried unanimously 5-0. ANY OTHER MATTERS Village Manager Couzzo reported Mr. White had been informed the previous day that the new completion date for the bridge was January 5, 2011, and suggested the Mayor send a letter to the Secretary of Transportation and FDOT asking why this was happening. Discussion ensued regarding remaining work. Manager Couzzo indicated Mr. White would contact Ricky Sheltra and Council would contact Mr. and Mrs. Sheltra. Council Member Humpage and Vice Mayor Paterno favored awarding the sidewalk contract for Cypress Drive to another bidder rather than wait for sidewalks to be installed after the bridge was finished. Council Member Arena reported he had received Minutes — Speciai Council Meeting 10/12/10 Page 3 complaints that lights from cars going over the bridge were affecting residents at Whitehali. Consensus of Council — to give the Village Manager one day to contact Mr. and Mrs. Sheltra and get a letter out to the State, then place this item on the October 14 Council meeting agenda for discussion and action. Manager Couzzo strongly encouraged if the Council wanted asphalt in lieu of pavers on the bridge to do that now, and advised that would be on the October 14 Council agenda. Vice Mayor Paterno favored keeping the pavers. Vilfage Manager Couzzo reported the case involving the DEA would result in receipt of approximately $35,000 in the near future, and another case being worked on would result in considerably more. The money received could only be used for law enforcement. He explained how software could be used to help law enforcement in specific cases, and encouraged embracing technology. Possible purchase of cameras would also be on the next agenda. The annexation presentations to be made at the next meeting were discussed. The Manager recommended no sefection be made until a later date. He suggested future planning sessions for this and other items. ADJOURNMENT: Council Member Humpage moved to adjoum the meeting; seconded by Council Member Arena. The motion to adjoum carried unanimously 5-0; therefore the meeting was adjoumed at 9:32 a, m. 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. MINUTES VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA VILLAGE COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 14, 2010 CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pat Watkins at 6:00 p.m. A roil 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 White, Village Clerk Lori McWilliams, and Department Heads. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council Member Arena provided the invocation and led the pledge of allegiance. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the agenda as submitted; seconded by Vice Mayor Patemo; motion carried unanimously 5-0. PRESENTATIONS 1. Presentations, Review and Consideration of Annexation Request for Proposals • Land Research Management, Inc. Jim Fleischman, Vice President, explained Land Research Management specialized in planning and market research services, primarily in Palm Beach County, for a variety of public and private sector clients. Their municipal annexation services—strategic plans, case studies, and supplemental services, were described in detail. Their research showed approximately 312 acres potentially available for annexation into the Village, and they planned to bring in one subcontractor to work with Tequesta. Annexation options were described. Mr. Fleischman reviewed their Scope of Services, and answered questions from Council. • Cotleur Hearing Todd Mowery provided a presentation which was intended to analyze how the Village could best go about about analyzing annexation strategies, and stressed Cotleur Hearing's local experience. He advised the firm could provide leadership, beginning annexation with manageable neighborhoods and building on that strategy. Different approaches would be applied to different neighborhoods. He introduced their team, which had extensive experience in working with municipalities and welcomed contacting their clients. Minutes — Regular Council Meeting 10/14/10 Page 2 • New Community Strategies Herb Rosenbaum, President, introduced Chris Wallace, and explained their history and extensive annexation experience. He favored a planning approach so that both the Village and residents would understand what they were getting into. Mr. Rosenbaum explained strategy needed to be built around both hard information and demographic information. He commented he was enthusiastic about annexation work and enjoyed it. Mr. Wallace expanded on their experience in selling annexation to residents and dealing with their concerns, whether financial or lifestyle issues, and answered questions from Council. • NZ Consultants, Inc. Nilsa Zacarias introduced their team and explained their proposal was to provide a sustainable annexation plan. Their approach would be in three phases--phase one would focus on existing conditions and regulatory framework; phase two would be assessment of the annexation area including possible costs, revenues, and level of service; and phase three would be their recommendation and community involvement, and the impact on quality of life of the Village residents. The meeting was recessed at 7:23 p.m., and reconvened at 7:30 p.m. 2. Summer Camp Recap Presentation Greg Corbitt, Director of Parks and Recreation, volunteered to delay this presentation to another meeting in order to allow time for the Village Manager to provide an update on , the bridge. ' Consensus of Council - to discuss agenda item 16 at this point in the agenda: 16. Council Discussion and Possible Action on Proceeding with Brick Pavers on Tequesta Drive Bridge or Placing Asphalt Material ', Village Manager Couzzo explained the spandrels had been completed, and the �' remaining work was expected to be completed before Thanksgiving. Mayor Watkins invited residents to visit the Village's website for a pictorial review of the bridge. The Village Manager recommended using approach pavers as planned; these were actually , bricks. Mayor Watkins noted Council Member Arena had had complaints of headlights ' in residents' windows from the increased height of the bridge_ Council Member Humpage expressed concern regarding the noise IeveL Council Member Tumquest and Vice Mayor Paterno indicated they were okay with the pavers. No action was , taken; the plan was to proceed as planned. � I Minutes — Regular Council Meeting 10/14/10 Page 3 3. Proclamation Proclaiming the Viilage of Tequesta a"Commit 2B Fit Community" Mayor Watkins announced the proclamation was to promote good health. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the Consent Agenda as presented; seconded by Council Member Tumquest and unanimously carried 5-0. Therefore, the following items were approved on the Consent Agenda: 4. MINUTES: 6/22/10 Workshop, 7/23/10 Special Emergency, 8/5/10 Regular, 8/10/10 Special, 8/18/10 Special and 9/2/10 Special 5. Approval of Budget Amendments for FY 2009/2010 END OF CONSENT AGENDA COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS Cyndie McDonald, Country Club resident, commented her children attended Good Shepherd school and asked for approval to have a 5k race on March 5. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the Good Shepherc/ School 5k race on Manch 5, 2011 and to close the roads seconded by Council Member Tumquest and unanimously carried 5-0. COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL Mayor Watkins presented Village Manager Couuo with a photo collage recognizing his ten years of dedicated service to the Village; the Manager expressed his appreciation. REGULAR AGENDA OLD BUSINESS 6. Ordinance 11-10, Second Readinq, Amending the Village Code of Ordinances at Chapter 78. Zoning. Article I. In General. At Sec. 78-4 Definitions. By Adding a Definition for the Term "Microbrewery"; and Article VI. Schedule of District Regulations. Division 2. Schedule of Use Regulations. Sec. 78-177. C-2 Community Commercial District by Amending this Section to Add "Microbrewery" as a Special Exception Use (First Reading 9/9/10) Minutes — Regular Council Meeting 10/14/10 Page 4 Village Attorney White read Ordinance 11-10 on Second Reading by title only. Mayor Watkins opened the public hearing. Council discussed refining the language regarding no drive up windows and restricting to the U.S. One Corridor; no hard fiquor would be allowed, only beer and wine. There were no comments from the public. Mayor Watkins declared the public hearing closed. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Ordinance 11-10 on second reading. Council Member Arena seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous 5-0 vote. NEW BUSINESS 7. Special Exceation Time Extension Reauest, Request for Six Month Time Extension to the Special Exception Approval Granted on November 12, 2009 by the Village of Tequesta to Hannah's Home The Manager suggested favoring the request. James Hackett, Cotleur Hearing, explained they had been hired and had not strayed far from the conceptual plan, and needed to get their site plan approved. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of a six-month time extension to the Special Exception Approval granted on November 12, 2009 by the Village of Tequesta to Hannah's Home. Council Member Tumquest seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous 5-0 vote. 8. Council Approval of Agreement with Island Time Productions to provide rides, games and food at the Village's Annual Tequesta Festival on Saturday, November 20, 2010 Director of Parks and Recreation Greg Corbitt confirmed this event would be the same as in the past except one ride had been added. Solutions to parking were discussed. Council Member Arena congratulated Mr. Corbitt on his excellent job in the Parks and Recreation Department. MOTION: Council Member Tumquest moved approval of agreement with Island Time Productions to provide rides, games and food at the Village's Annual Tequesta Minutes — Regular Council Meeting 10/14/10 Page 5 Festival on Saturday, November 20, 2010. Council Member Arena seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous 5-0 vote. 9. Approval for American Legion to Sell Beer at 2010 Annual Tequesta Fest Director of Parks and Recreation Greg Corbitt explained the plan was to have a fenced- in beer garden and no beer could be taken out. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval for the American Legion to sell beer at the 2010 Annual Tequesta Fest. Council Member Anena seconded the motion, which failed by 2-3 vote with Mayor Watkins, Vice Mayor Patemo, and Council Member Tumquest opposed. 10. Resolution 31-10. Adopting a Revised Schedule of Fees and Charges for the Provision of Water Services Rendered by the Village of Tequesta for its Citizens and Other Members of the Public; Repealing Resolution 29-09 Village Attorney White read Resolution 31-10 by title only. MOTION: Council Member Tumquest moved approval of Resolution 31-10 as presented. Council Member Tumquest seconded the motion. Vice Mayor Patemo favored eliminating the convenience fee to encourage more payments by credit card. ! Following discussion, Village Manager Couzzo suggested looking at altemative methods to r�educe processing fees. Motion carried by unanimous 5-0 vote. 11. Resolution 33-10, Appropriating Fund Balance and Increasing the Water Utility Fund Budget $52,000 to Provide Funding of Permit Fees Related to the Expansion of the Water Treatment Plant Village Attorney White read Resolution 33-10 by title only. MOTION: Council Member Tumquest moved approval of Resolution 33-10 as presented. Council Member Humpage seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous 5-0 vote. 12. Council Approval of Second Addendum to Solid Waste and Recyclable Collection Services Agreement with Waste Management Pursuant to Section 3.2 of the Franchise Agreement at the Current Terms and Conditions for an Additional Five (5) Years (Extension Period) from October 1, 2012 and Expiring September 30, 2017 Minutes — Regular Council Meeting 10/14/10 Page 6 Vice-Mayor Paterno advised that Waste Management was willing to extend the current agreement for an additional five years at the current terms and conditions. MOTION: Vice Mayor Patemo moved approval of Second Addendum to Solid Waste and Recyclable Collection Services Agreement with Waste Management Pursuant to Section 3.2 of the Franchise Agreement at the Current Terms and Conditions for an Additional Five (5) Years (Extension Period) from October 1, 2012 and Expiring September 30, 2017 Council Member Arena seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous 5-0 vote. Jeff Sabin of Waste Management thanked Council for their vote of confidence and stated they were committed to provide the best of service. 13. Council Discussion and Consideration of Village of Tequesta Flag Village Manager Michael Couzzo suggested placing a Tequesta flag on the cell towers; Council Member Humpage commented The Tequesta Police and Fire Memorial plan included a Village flag. The flag design was discussed. MOTION: Council Member Tumquest moved approval to place a Village of Tequesta flag on each of the two cel! towers in the Village and a/so at Village Hall. Council Member Humpage seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous 5-0 vote. 14. Discussion and Possible Action to Amend the Award of Contract for the �' Installation of the Sidewalk on North Cypress Drive Village Manager Michael Couzzo explained the contractor for the sidewalk was the same contractor doing the bridge. Council Member Humpage explained the contractor ' was also working on four other bridges. If one was not done by December 25, he could experience financial problems. Council Member Humpage indicated he did not want to wait on the sidewalks, and Sheltra did not have a problem not doing the sidewalks, so he favored giving the project to the second bidder. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval for the Village Manager to obtain � in writing from Sheltra that they will acquiesce to another bidder and move the project along. Council Member A�ena seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous 5-0 vote. -- _ __ _ _ Minutes – Regular Council Meeting 10/14/10 Page 7 15. Resolution 35-10, Appropriating Fund Balance and Increasing the General Fund Budget $23,800.00 to Provide for the Funding of an Expansion of the Current ALPR Camera System Village Attorney White read Reso�ution 35-10 by title only. Manager Couzzo advised software and hardware were needed to put in a portable camera system to read license plates. This was not a big brother system—it would read license plates and compare against a database for crime and warrants. The Village was not looking to generate revenue for red lights or running stop signs. In the future it was hoped to expand the program to commercial properties. MOTION: Vice Mayor Patemo moved approval of Resolution 35-10 as submitted. Council Member Tumquest seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous 5-0 vote. STAND/NG REPORTS • Villa4e Attornev Village Attorney White advised those voting on November 2 to realty look at the proposed constitutional amendments carefully—if amendment 4 passed that would mean every change to the comprehensive plan would have to go to a referendum which would have to be paid for by the Village. • Villaqe Manaqer The Village Manager asked if there was any interest in copyrighting the two logos. The Village Attorney exp{ained the copyright process. Consensus of Council - to have Village Attorney White bring back an ordinance to copyright the logos on a national level. A Special Meeting was set for Thursday, October 21 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., to be the first of a number of planning sessions to discuss a number of significant items, including �' ranking the presentations made at tonight's meeting. ANY OTHER MATTERS Council Member Turnquest suggested a new volunteer service to be discussed at the �I next meeting, to have Public Safety phone residents to make sure they were okay due to the demographics of the area and elderly population, and to have a non-emergency response in the event there was no answer. A lock box could be placed on the door so Minutes — Regular Council Meeting 10/14/10 Page 8 that Public Safety personnel could enter. The Village Manager indicated he would speak to the Police Chief and Fire Chief regarding this matter. Council Member Arena suggested selling Tequesta t-shirts at Tequesta Fest to test the market. The Village Manager indicated samples could be shown and orders taken. Vice Mayor Paterno reported he was still trying to work with John Zuccaretli on a longer term lease for Paradise Park. Mayor Watkins announced the Holiday Parade on December 12. Mike Ceserano was the contact person if one wanted to ride in the parade. Village Manager Couzzo advised the closing on the Seabrook Road property for a Village Park would take place soon and a park name was needed. Mayor Watkins reported a Tequesta resident had volunteered to collect names for a dog park at Tequesta Park. ADJOURNMENT: Council Member Humpage moved to adjoum the meeting; seconded by Council Member Arena. The motion to adjoum camied unanimously 5-0; ther�efore the meeting was adjoumed at 9:55 p.m. RespectFully submitted, Lori McWilliams, MMC Village Clerk Note: These summary minutes are prepared in compliance with 2$6.011 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. MINUTES VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES October 21, 2010 CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pat Watkins at 4:30 p.m. A roll call was taken by Village Clerk Lori McWilliams. Present were: Mayor Pat Watkins, Vice Mayor Tom Paterno, Council Member Vince Arena and Council Member Jim Humpage. Council Member Calvin Turnquest was absent. Also in attendance were: Village Manager Michael R. Couzzo Jr., Village Attorney Keith Davis, and Village Clerk Lori McWilliams. Approval of Aqenda MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the Agenda; seconded by Council Member Arena; the motion carried unanimously 4-0. 1. Discussion of Annexation Presentations Manager Couzzo reported that he had reevaluated the Village's needs regarding annexation and suggested an alternative proposal. He referred to Ms. Nilsa Zacarias of NZ Consultants and offered details of an employment contract developed for the specific arrangement for hiring a sub contractor to work with at the Village. Manager Couzzo noted that developers' revenues through permitting would recover some expenses associated with the position. � Frank D'Ambra, 23 Leeward Circle, questioned possible conflicts with the consultant's personal business and time needed for Village employment. , i Council Member Arena questioned the contract and its expiration. Manager Couzzo explained the employment venture was different than the initial plan and he believed it would work out well and noted that either party had a 30 day option to terminate. Fire Chief Weinand established that once the annexation was completed, and if business slowed Ms. Zacarias would not be scheduled. Manager Couzzo suggested Council contemplate an area to initiate for annexation. He then recommended Council provide a resolution authorizing the Village Manager to execute an I agreement, to be reviewed by the Village Attorney and appropriating necessary funds to complete the agreement between the Village and Ms. Zacarias. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Manager Couzzo coordinating and executing an employment agreement between the Village and Ms. Nilsa Zacarias and appropriating necessary funds; seconded by Council Member Arena; the motion carried unanimously 4-0. Minutes — Special Council Meeting — 10/21/10 Page 2 2. Discussion of Strategic Plan Manager Couzzo explained that Council would need to provide input regarding Strategic Plans since variables would change its makeup which would impact revenues. 3. Discussion of SherifPs Office Services in the Unincorporated Area Council Member Humpage questioned the expiration of the Sheriffs contract and voiced his concerns with contractual details. Manager Couzzo stated Tequesta would be in an ongoing agreement with the Sheriff and suggested they be contacted prior to any annexation discussions and/or legislative initiative concerning taxing at the State level. Mayor Watkins voiced her concerns for the appearance of the Village being forceful with annexation. Manager Couzzo believed changes could increase the level of service to residents and be a positive economically. Vice Mayor Paterno expressed his support. Manager Couuo confirmed with Council Member Turnquest his interest in spearheading this mission. Vice Mayor Paterno suggested working with the Chief to formulate the best approach. Manager Couzzo stated he would like to progress forward with meeting the Sheriff and stated a workshop would need to follow any interest on their behalf. j Council Consensus was agreed that the Village Manager and Council Member Turnquest advance with meeting with the Sheriff. 4. Discussion of Services Provided to Jupiter Inlet Colony � Mayor Watkins felt this item should be postponed until after the March election. Manager Couzzo offered history on the item and noted the future service figures would increase substantially. Vice Mayor Paterno reported the Colony was having difficulties and had cut their , Chief's hours. Council Member Humpage stated their election could bring new people into ' negotiations and felt approaching their present Council would be non productive as it had proven to be in the past. Manager Couzzo believed the Colony would approach the Village to initiate negotiations within the near future. Vice Mayor Paterno felt there was no time like the present. Council Member Humpage felt the Village was a catalyst to their election. Manager Couzzo expressed that the Vice Mayor may � be correct and opportunity may be at present. Council Member Humpage agreed. Council directed the Manager to begin the process to meet with Jupiter Inlet Colony along with Vice Mayor Paterno. 6. Council Discussion Regarding Proposed Zoning Text Amendment Necessary to Allow a Rehabilitation Center in the Mixed Use Zoning District. Contract Purchaser of the Former Cornerstone Property are Proposing Such as Use at Site Minutes — Special Council Meeting — 10/21/10 Page 3 Manager Couzzo reported that Council's discussion today was preliminary with no action to be taken and that GMH Partners were optimistic for closing on the former Cornerstone property by next week. Attorney Larry Smith, GMH representative, explained details associated with the group's background and their aspirations for the Tequesta project. He stated their drafted agreement showed the Village as escrow agent. Manager Couzzo responded that Council would need to approve such an agreement and that time was limited. He explained they would need a tri- party use agreement which would add rehabilitation facility use to the use which already existed. He then stated the Village would review the GMH application once it was received and move forward at that point. Manager Couzzo suggested leaving item five until last. Anv Other Matters 9. Seabrook Road Property Purchase Update Manager Couzzo noted the closing regarding the Seabrook Road property was planned for the second week of November 2010. He explained the caretaker on the property had requested to remain on the property for a period of time to which he responded that would be unacceptable. Manager Couuo confirmed the caretaker would voluntarily vacate the premises by November 3, 2010. He then noted once the Village took possession of the property the building would be removed and the site cleared. Council Member Arena questioned if historic items would be salvageable and suggested contacting the County Historical Committee. Manager Couzzo responded that the Village would look at options and noted the building may not be salvageable. 7. Tequesta Drive Bridge Update • Alternatives for Completing Remaining Work Manager Couzzo explained there was a crack on a spandrel at the new bridge which could be repaired. He noted a bridge closure and offered suggestions. Vice Mayor Paterno suggested keeping one side open. Council Member Humpage questioned the contractor utilizing his own people versus Village personnel if flag persons were needed. Manager Couzzo noted procedures for the remaining work and commented the State and Consultant would be monitoring the work. 8. Cornerstone / GMH Update Refer to Item 6 discussion. Minutes — Special Council Meeting — 10/21/10 Page 4 5. Discussion and Possible Action Allowing Beer Sales at Tequesta Fest Clerk McWilliams called Council Member Turnquest for involvement of item five. Vice Mayor Paterno noted the reason for bringing the item back for discussion. Manager Couzzo explained the beer sales would be in a designated, somewhat isolated section of the property and beer would not be allowed out of the specified area. Council Member Humpage established that the American Legion would benefit from beer sales, which had enabled their generosity in previous years to Village employees and residents. He recalled specific events of the Legion's kindness and pointed out that there were no issues with past events and beer sales. Council Member Turnquest felt the Legion had a very good history and had been very involved and dedicated in the community and to the Village in past years and should be considered as long as the event was controlled. Vice Mayor Paterno suggested limiting beer sales and voiced his concern with the regularity of the request and opening the door to more alcohol related events. Council Member Humpage felt it should only be offered to nonprofits. Manager Couzzo suggested stipulating beer sales at Harvest Fest only. Mayor Watkins explained her concerns were only with offering beer sales and not with the req uestor. MOTION: Vice Mayor Patemo moved that the item be reconsidered; seconded by Council Member Humpage; the motion carried unanimously 5-0. Attorney Davis clarified that the item was now returned to the Agenda and could be considered for further action. MOTION: Vice Mayor Patemo moved to allow beer sales once a year at the Tequesta Fest event only; seconded by Council Member Humpage; the motion carried 4-1 with Mayor Watkins dissenting. Mayor Watkins confirmed Council's support for the placement of a Support Our Troops donation box in the Village Hall lobby and updated Council regarding a letter received from Mr. Carlton Stoddard with reference to the Fountain of Honor. Council Member Humpage offered a letter to the Village of Tequesta from the Friends of Public � Safety (FOPS) which donated the Fountain to the Village. He also referenced monies spent to date for the record and receipt. __ � Minutes — Special Council Meeting — 10/21/10 Page 5 Mayor Watkins asked for public comment. Marcia Neilson, 94 Beechwood Trail questioned the Village's intentions for the Seabrook Road properiy. Manager Couzzo responded the plans were for a passive green space park like setting. Vice Mayor Paterno voiced his feelings regarding a Presidential article that remarked on there being no shovel ready projects available for the Federal Stimulus funding. He suggested a letter be developed and sent regarding Tequesta's bridge project. Adiournment MOTION: Council Member Arena moved to adjoum; seconded by Council Member Humpage; the motion to adjoum carried unanimously 4-0; therefore, the meeting was adjoumed at 6:04 p. m. 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 �Ilage Clerk's office. I MINUTES VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY November 4, 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 Vince Arena, Council Member Jim Humpage and Council Member Calvin Turnquest. Also in attendance were: Village Manager Michael R. Couzzo, Jr., Village Attomey Keith Davis, Village Clerk Lori McWilliams and Department Heads. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: Council Member Humpage motioned approval of the agenda; seconded by Council Member Tumquest, motion carried unanimous/y 5-0. NEW BUSINESS Ordinance 10-10, Amending its Comprehensive Plan to Update the Capital Improvements Element Five Year Capital Improvements Schedule Pursuant to Se�tion 163.3177(3)(b)1 Florida Statutes (F.S.) Mayo� Watkins opened the hearing to Council for comments. There being none, she opened he hearing to the Public. There being none, she closed the public hearing. MOTION: Council Member Tumquest motioned recommendation for Council consideration of Ordinance 10-10; seconded by Council Member Humpgae, motion carried a 5-0. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved adjoumment; seconded by Council Member Tumquest. The motion to adjoum carried unanimous/y 5-0; ther+efor�e, the meeting was adjoumed at 7:03 p.m. 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. MINUTES VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA VILLAGE COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 4, 2010 CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pat Watkins at 7:04 p.m. A roll call was taken by Village Clerk Lori McWitliams. 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 Davis, Village Clerk Lori McWilliams, and Department Heads. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Pat Watkins provided the invocation and led the pledge of allegiance. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of the agenda as amended by his r�equest to discuss Tequesta Fest under Any Other Matters, seconded by Council Member Tumquest who also stated he had an item for Any Other Matters, Vice Mayor Patemo requested to delete item seven; Council Member Humpage asked that item seven be discussed at the end of the agenda; motion carried unanimously 5-0. CONSENT AGENDA 1. MINUTES: 9/9/10 Regular, 9/9/10 LPA, and 9/16/10 Special 2. Resolution 37-10. Amending and Increasing the 2010/2011 General Fund #001 Budget by $20,000 to Recognize Revenues and Fund Expenses Related to Participation in the Palm Beach County Interlocal Agreement for Law Enforcement Services Befinreen Palm Beach County and the Village of Tequesta to Provide Increased Patrol and Law Enforcement within the Manatee Enforcement Area 3. Resolution 36-10, Calling for the General Municipal Election to be held Tuesday, March 8, 2011, and if Necessary, the Municipal Run-off Election to be Held Tuesday, March 22, 2011, for the Purpose of Electing Council Seats 2 and 4 for Two Year Terms; Designating Polling Locations, and Inspectors of Election; Establishing Election Procedures Minutes — Regular Council Meeting 11i4/10 Page 2 4. Resolution 32-10, Amending Resolution 20-09 and Revising the Public Records Policy and Setting a Uniform Fee Schedule for Public Records Inspection / Duplication 5. Resolution 39-10, Awarding a Contract to William H. Murphy g. C. For the installation of 2000 I. F. Of new sidewalk on north cypress drive in the amount of $56,250.00 and appropriating fund balance from the capital projects fund #303 in the amount of $56,250.00 6. Council Approval of Proposed Second Amendment to Deciaration of Use Agreement; "Cornerstone" with GMH, Inc. 7a. Resolution 40-10, Amending and Increasing the 2009-2010 General Fund #001 Budget $209,245 by Increasing Revenues and Expenditures Related to I Insurance Premium Taxes ', END OF CONSENT AGENDA COMMUNICATfONS FROM CITIZENS Mr. Harold Taylor, 13 Chapel Court expressed his frustrations with misconduct on Chapel Court and discontent from neighbors. He asked if Tequesta planned to deal with the issue and asked if it could be placed on the next agenda. Manager Couuo offered Mr. Taylor to schedule a meeting with himself, Mr. Taylor, Chapel Court residents, and the Village's Acting Police Chief Ricciardi. Sean Gallagher of GMH Capital Partners thanked the ViNage for working with them on their recent property venture. COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL Council Member Arena shared a story regarding residents and their appreciation for living in the Village and Tequesta tax rates. He commended the Village Council and staff for their hard work. Mayor Watkins noted a request from the National Guard requesting a charitable donation supporting the Florida Nationai Guard. Minutes — Regular Council Meeting 11/4/10 Page 3 REGULAR AGENDA NEW BUSINESS 8. SE 10-01, Request for a Special Exception in accordance with the Village Zoning Code to allow a microbrewery use in the C-2 zoning district as provided in Sec. 78-177. The applicant is Tequesta Brewing Company, Matt Webster. The subject property is located at 287 U.S. Highway #1, Tequesta, Florida 33469. Attorney Davis swore in Council and two residents and asked for ex-parte disclosure. Mayor Watkins stated she had visited the site but spoke to no one. Council Member Humpage explained his connection as contractor on the job. Chief Weinand noted an analysis was performed which established no problems. Arika Perry, 283 Country Club Drive, offered information on the projects progress. MOTION: Council Member Tumquest moved appnoval of SE 10-01, Vice Mayor Patemo seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous 5-0 vote. 9. Ordinance 10-10, First Readinq, Amending its Comprehensive Plan to Update the Capital Improvements Element Five Year Capital Improvements Schedule Pursuant to Section 163.3177(3)(b)1 Florida Statutes (F.S.) Attorney Davis read Ordinance 10-10 title into the record. Mayor Watkins opened the public hearing to Council for Comments; there being none she opened the hearing to the public. There being no public comment the public hearing was closed. MOTION: Council Member Tumquest moved approval of Ordinance 10-10, Vice Mayor Patemo seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous 5-0 vote. 10. Ordinance 8-10, First Readin�, Adopting a New Sec. 2-34. To be Entitled Village Logos, Providing for the Official Adoption of Two Village Logos; Describing the Village Logos; Providing that the said Village Logos may only be Utilized for Officiat Village of Tequesta Business or upon the Written Approval by the Village Council, Florida; Providing that the Village Council may Grant Approval for the Use of the Logos for a Proper Purpose; Providing that the Village Council May Adopt Reasonable Rules for the Manufacture, Use, Facsimile or Reproduction of these Logos; Providing for Penalties; Providing for Minutes — Regular Councif Meeting 11i4/10 Page 4 Registration with the Secretary of the State of Florida and the United States Patent and Trademark Office Attorney Davis read Ordinance 8-10 title into the record. Mayor Watkins opened the public hearing to Council for Comments; there being none she opened the hearing to the public. There being no public comment the public hearing was closed. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Ordinance 8-1 D, Council Member Tumquest seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous 5-0 vote. 11. Ordinance 12-10, First Readinq, Amending the Village Code of Ordinances by Creating an Entirely New Chapter 76. Waterway Control. Relocating the Village's Waterway Control Code from Article XIII. of the Zoning Code to the Newly Created Chapter 76.; and Adopting Regulations that Create a New Boating Restricted Area from 300 Feet North of the Tequesta Drive Bridge to 300 Feet South of the Tequesta Drive Bridge, which Area would Restrict Boat Traffic to "Slow Speed Minimum Wake" Attorney Davis read Ordinance 12-10 title into the record. Mayor Watkins opened the public hearing to Council for Comments; there being none she opened the hearing to the public. There being no public comment the public hearing was closed. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Ordinance 12-10, Council Member Tumquest seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous 5-0 vote. Manager Couzzo expressed thanks to Sgt. Pike for his assistance in developing safety in the Vitlage. 12. Ordinance 13-10, First Readina, Amending the Village Code of Ordinances at Chapte� 78. Zoning. at Article tX. Supplemental Regulations. Division 6. Marina Facilities. Sec. 78-483. Construction of Docks. By Amending this Section to make Reference to the New Waterway Controt Chapter for Regulations Regarding the Construction of Docks; and at Article Xlil. Uniform Waterway Control. By Repealing this Article in its Entirety and Reserving it for Future Use Attorney Davis read Ordinance 13-10 title into the record. Minutes — Regular Council Meeting 11/4/10 Page 5 Mayor Watkins opened the public hearing to Council for Comments; there being none she opened the hearing to the public. Frank D'ambra, 23 Leeward Circle asked the Attorney for an explanation of the Ordinance and zoning. Attorney Davis explained this was a companion to Ordinance 12-10. Mayor Watkins hearing no additional comments closed the public hearing. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Ordinance 13-10, Vice Mayor Patemo seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous 5-0 vote. 13. Council Consideration to Change Council Meeting Time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Manager Couzzo gave a brief update on the reasoning behind the change. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of changing Council meeting times to 6:00 p.m., Council Member Tumquest seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous 5-0 vote. 7. Resolution 38-10, Appropriating Fund Balance and Increasing the General Fund 2010-2011 Budget and Providing for the Replacement of a Fire Department Vehicle Manager Couzzo explained that an accident occurred which bent the frame on the Chiefs previous vehicle which also had high mileage. He noted money had been received from insurance and discussed replacement and/or repair options. Manager Couzzo stated the Chief could continue driving the vehicle that he was driving at ' present but did not feel it was a long term solution. Vice Mayor Paterno suggested changes to procedure when replacing vehicles. Chief Weinand explained vehicle size was vital for specific uses. Vice Mayor Paterno questioned cars that appeared to be sitting unused. Manager Couuo expfained that older cars were utilized by other departments for errands or surplused. Council Member Humpage supported replacing the older vehicle. Mayor Watkins maintained that safety should be first and insurance money was available for '� the purchase. Minutes — Regular Council Meeting 11/4/10 Page 6 Attorney Davis read the Resotution title into the record. MOTION: Council Member Humpage moved approval of Resolution 38-10, Council Member Arena seconded the motion, which carried by 4-1 vote with Vice Mayor Patemo dissenting. STANDING REPORTS • Villaqe Attornev Attorney Davis referenced the property at 479 Seabrook Road and reported that the tenant had not vacated the property as promised. He noted the sellers' attorney had been notified and would follow through to have the occupant removed. He expressed his confidence with the completion of the deal in the next couple weeks. • Villaqe Manaqer Manager Couuo verified that the Village Attorney would not close the 479 Seabrook Road property until it had been vacated. Attorney Davis reported that a resident had expressed interest in purchasing and developing the property for single family homes and questioned if Council had interest in pursuing the proposal. Council Member Turnquest asked if there were ramifications for such a transaction. Manager Couzzo replied there were not and noted that the Village Attorney would be putting together information for Council to review. Attorney Davis reported the Village Charter and Code had no restrictions on Council if a sale was in the best interest of the Village. Manager Couzzo felt Council should consider soliciting the property to obtain the best price. Council Member Humpage felt the original reason the Village got involved was to correct code issues and felt once that was accomplished the property would be more valuable and beneficial to the Village. Mayor Watkins supported the property being resold for a profit. Council Member Humpage felt there was no rush and the property could attract more interest and money in the future. Manager Couzzo responded that each lot could bring $75,000. He mentioned using the property in a property swap with the Lighthouse Center for the Arts and that the Village would be in a more desirable position by having cash to offer. He suggested that the Village would be in a more desirable position by having cash to offer. Vice Mayor Paterno questioned losing its green space value of the property if the Village sold. He also voiced his concern with the possibility of the property becoming a Minutes — Regular Council Meeting 11/4/10 Page 7 problem area that the Village would need to patrol. Council Member Turnquest suggested Manager Couzzo bring all offers forward for Council to consider. Attorney Keith Davis reported that the Cornerstone property had closed and the Village would receive $180,000 from code liens previously placed on the property and stated the amended use agreement would be recorded. Manager Couzzo noted that a special meeting would be scheduled to discuss the text book amendment proposed by GMH Partners. Attorney Keith Davis noted details associated with a referendum that had been passed county wide regarding ethics regulations. Manager Couzzo offered an update on the Tequesta Bridge progress. He noted finishing touches which should conclude the project before long and informed Council that the police depa�tment had done a terrific job controlling the construction zone and had issued speeding tickets as well. Council Member Turnquest questioned landscaping and condo privacy. Manager Couzzo stated the schedule relating to the plantings and lighting issues would be addressed. Manager Couzzo reported that the Village had submitted a grant appfication to the South Florida Water Management for one million dollars and should hear word within a week and expressed his confidence with the outcome. He noted Tequesta Fest November 20 and that 1,000 residents had requested wrist bands for entrance to the event to date. He added that the Sheltra Race Car dressed with the Village logo would be a main attraction along with Patrick Sheltra and his crew. Manager Couzzo noted the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) contract and several changes relating to the pension and stated that outside counsel had been hired and actuary s#udies would be prepared. Frank D'Ambra, Public Safety Pension Chair, offered a handout regarding the pension board and offered a brief explanation on the background. Mayor Watkins asked for clarification on contracting actuary services. Mr. D'Ambra replied that the pension board had Village information and Council would incur additional costs with employing a new actuary. Manager Couzzo suggested the actuary modify the language. Vice Mayor Paterno felt an alternate actuary should be hired and suggested a closed door meeting be scheduled due to contract issues. A Special Meeting on December 2" at 9:00 a.m. was set to hear GMH Partners proposal regarding the property formally referred to as Cornerstone. Minutes — Regular Council Meeting 1114/10 Page 8 ANY OTHER MATTERS Council Member Humpage advised that the Legion would be including wine at Tequesta Fest along with the approved beer sales. Council voiced no issue with the addition. Council Member Turnquest suggested the Village place a restriction on the age of tricker treaters. Mayor Watkins suggested concerned residents not open their doors or coordinate alternate plans with their HOA (Home Owners Association). Attorney Davis stated an age restriction could not be implemented. Council Member Arena recommended a fire safety driving course on the Seabrook property. He also inquired about sales of Tequesta shirt and hat being sold at the Tequesta Fest. Manager Couzzo stated that had been discussed and was a possibility. Vice Mayor Paterno suggested purchasing wireless routers and having them installed by Brad Gomberg for Council Members with the need and noted they would be Village property. Manager Couzzo confirmed that would be completed. Frank D'Ambra, Public Safety Pension Chair (PSO) offered and update on the (PSO) pension investment account and noted that the board would look at several new managers and evaluate a possible change regarding such. He then requested Council to place raising the international allocation from 15% to 25% on their next Council Agenda. Council consensus was to place the PSO request on their next agenda. ADJOURNMENT: Council Member Humpage moved to adjoum the meeting; seconded by Council Member Arena. The motion fio adjoum carried unanimousty 5-0; therefore the meeting was adjourned at 8:51 p.m. RespectFulfy 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.