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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDocumentation_Regular_Tab 02_10/10/2013 MINUTES VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA SPECIAL MEETING � ` 1 PUBLIC HEARING "` ��' � SEPTEMBER 12, 2013 2013/2014 BUDGET �.. � Call to Order and Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. Present were: Mayor Abby Brennan, Vice Mayor Vince Arena, Council Member Steve Okun, Council Member Tom Paterno and Council Member Frank D'Ambra. Open Public Hearinq • Announce that the proposed operating millage rate necessary to fund the budget is 8.69% greater than the rolled-back millage rate of 5.5662 mills. Ms. JoAnn Forsythe, Finance Director, provided a summary of the proposed millage rate and budget funds and noted the total budget of $15,292,463. • Announce Proposed Millage Rate is 6.0500 • Summary of Tentative Budget • Citizen Comments Pat Watkins, 167 River Drive, noted the 2003 millage rate had exceeded 6.2 and that Council had done a great job in difficult times. She voiced her support for the decision to: r�i�e th� r�t�, co�Jider th� future and the needs at hand, a�d to keep Tequesta residents receiving the services they have become accustomed to. Jim Humpage, 562 N. Dover Road, believed raising the millage rate with the small increase was a wise move and within the fiduciary responsibility of the Council and felt (in hind sight) the raise should have taken place sooner. Mayor Brennan closed the public hearing. Close Public Hearinq 1. Approve Proposed Millage Rate by Motion of Council MOTION: Vice Mayor Arena moved approval of the proposed millage rate; seconded by Council Member Okun. Council Member D'Ambra voiced his opposition regarding the increase. He discussed the economy and felt many were still in difficult economic situations and asked that the Minutes — Special 1 St Budget Hearing Meeting 9/12/13 Page 2 rate be maintained from the prior year. Council Member Paterno stated he agreed with the greater part of Council Member D'Ambra's comments and felt the topic of raising taxes was a main component with the proposed annexation failing. He noted that residents did not want a tax increase and that the incomes had decreased. Council Member Paterno voiced his opinions regarding non-homesteaded property taxes rising and utilizing the Village reserves and reducing the budget. Council Member Okun also agreed that the recent annexation failed because of the cost free benefit from Tequesta's police patrols and fire rescue. He felt that adjusting the tax rate now would eliminate the need for a larger, more painful increase down the road. Vice Mayor Arena voiced that there would never be "a right time" to raise taxes and noted that the millage had decreased over the past 13 years. He stated that employees continue to cut back and that he supported the increase. Mayor Brennan offered admiration for past and present Council and their efforts to negotiate the rate each year. She offered a brief reminder that many senrices had continued and a bridge had also been bui{t. Mayor Brennan voiced her support for the increase and the obligation to keep the Village fiscally sound and services at the level which was expected. Council Member D'Ambra reported statistics relating to property values, property taxes, and the millage rate and felt government should do more with less when citizens were struggling economically. He commented that a cumulative increase of 17% over the past 6 years had been received by Village employees. Mayor Brennan concluded by stating she would like to see reserves stay flat and Tequesta save for the future required projects. MOTION CONTfNUED Motion carried 3-2 with Council Members Patemo and D'Ambra opposed. 2. Adopt Tentative 2013/2014 Budget by Motion of Council Vice Mayor Arena noted that Tequesta Fest had been taken out of the budget because of its growth and additional expenses. He suggested it be moved back to Village Hall and put back in the budget. Council Member Paterno argued that losing money on events was part of the problem with government and suggested the budget be reduced by cutting these costly events. He commended Parks & Recreation (P & R) on doing such a great job but voiced his opposition regarding continuing events just because they were liked as he felt everyone should take cuts wherever necessary. Vice Mayor Arena stated that Mr. Greg Corbitt, Director of Parks and Recreation, had cut Tequesta Fest in half and believed it was best for the Village not to assess cuts in the Parks & Recreation department. Council Member D'Ambra voiced his opposition Minutes — S�ecial 1� Bud�et Hearing Meetinq 9/12d�� Page � regarding the Vice Mayor's proposal and felt the event needed to change. He felt it was ta�cing a 1ot of �axpayers' money and non-residents were benef�ing. �ouncii Member D'Ambra suggested limiting Tequesta Fest to Village residents and their e�ctended families. Council Member Okun supported a smaller version of Tequesta Fest and it's return t� the municipal complex. Council Member Paterno suggested the event be combined with another and be held within the existing budget and the funds be reallocated. 3. Announce Time and Place of Final Budget Public Hearing — September 19, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. — Tequesta Village Hall Manager Couzzo announced the final budget hearing date to be September 19, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. 4. ADJOURNMENT: Vice Mayor Arena moved to adjoum the meeting; seconded by Council Member D'Ambra. The motion to adjourr► carried unanimously 5-0; therefore, fhe meeting was adjoumed at 6: 58 p. m. Respectfully submitted, Lori McWifiliams, 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 REGULAR MEETING �; SEPTEMBER 12, 2013 � , ;* CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Mayor Brennan at 7:00 p.m. A roll call was taken by Village Clerk McWilliams. Present were: Mayor Abby Brennan, Vice Mayor Vince Arena, Council Member Steve Okun, Council Member Tom Paterno and Council Member Frank D'Ambra. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Pastor Paul Beresford offered the invocation with Mayor Brennan leading the pledge of allegiance. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Mayor Brennan asked that item 22 be moved under Proclamations/Presentations. MOTION: Council Member Okun moved approval of the agenda as amended with item 22 moved in the agenda under presentations; seconded by Council Member D'Ambra; motion carried unanimously 5-0. PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS 1. Proclamation Declaring August 8, 2013 – August 14, 2013 as National Assisted Living Week 2013— "Art for the Ages" �2. DISCU��ION ON R€QU€ST BY �WEETS Mr. Jeff Michel, Sweets Restaurant Representative asked that Council consider re-visiting the time change made recently by Ordinance which had adjusted hours of operations for businesses. He stated the adjustment had affected their restaurant and noted the hours set by surrounding municipalities. He felt their establishment had brought business to the area and there was no reason for implementing the change. Council Member D'Ambra explained his understanding of the rationale behind the change and he felt that Sweets had increased their hours after the ordinance had been changed. Mr. Michel responded that their intention was always to extend hours of operation, seasonally and otherwise. He also noted Tequesta businesses such as CVS sold alcohol until three a.m. and, there had been no troubles or, resident complaints regarding the late hours. Attorney Davis noted that courts recognize hours of alcohol service as a city's home rule choice. Council Member Okun voiced his empathy for Sweets. Council Member Paterno expressed his understanding that residents choose to live in Tequesta for reasons such as not having to experience problems other areas experience due to the expansion of alcoholic establishments, but also appreciated Mr. Michel's stance. Village Council Minutes September 12, 2013 Page 2 Police Chief Elg felt that one business being open late would not have a negative impact and that most problems occurred after late closings. He then responded to a question regarding the possibility of increased drunk driving (DUI) due to the late hours and stated greater DUI incidences occur after midnight and there would always be a risk anywhere alcohol was consumed. Council Member D'Ambra suggested the item be added to the October workshop. CONSENT AGENDA Council Member Paterno asked that items seven and eight be pulled for discussion. MOTION: Council Member Paterno moved approval of the consent agenda with items seven and eight pulled for discussion; seconded by Council Member Okun; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 2. MINUTES — 8/8/13 Regular, 8/12/13 Workshop, 8/13/13 Workshop, 8/13/13 Workshop (2), and 8/14/13 Workshop 3. Approval of Contracts Signed by Manager under $25,000 4. RESOLUTION 25-13, PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION RULES OR POLICIES IN ACCORDANCE WITH NEWLY ADOPTED FLORIDA SENATE BILL 50 WHICH IS CODIFIED AT SECTION 286.0114, FLORIDA STATUTES 5. RESOLUTION 27-13, CERTIFYING THE RESULTS OF THE SPECIAL ANNEXATION REFERENDUM ELECTION HELD ON AUGUST 27, 2013 FOR THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA ANNEXATION 6. Renewal of the Employee Assistance Program Agreement with the Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County, Inc for FY 2013/2014 9. RESOLUTION 24-13, A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AWARDING A CONTRACT TO ZOLL MEDICAL CORPORATION FOR THE PURCHASE OF TWO CARDIAC MONITORS IN THE AMOUNT OF $58,992.00 TO IMPROVE AND EXPAND TEQUESTA FIRE-RESCUE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2012/2013 GENERAL FUND BUDGET BY INCREASING REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES BY $48,600.00; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES 10. RESOLUTION 26-13, A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AWARDING A CONTRACT TO ZOLL MEDICAL CORPORATION FOR THE PURCHASE OF ONE CARDIAC MONITOR IN THE AMOUNT OF $29,496.00 TO IMPROVE AND EXPAND TEQUESTA FIRE-RESCUE ' ,�,,.;�„ _ � Viilage Council Minutes September 12, 2013 Page 3 EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES END OF CONSENT AGENDA 7. Approval of Health insurance Renewai with Cigna Insurance and Dental Renewal with MetLife Insurance Council Member Paterno noted the 7.5% increase to health insurance rates and questioned the impact regarding union negotiations. Manager Couzzo offered a brief review of the traditional and HSA insurance options offered to (the majority ofl employees and noted that the budget had been designed to accommodate both plans. MOTION: Council Member Paterno moved approval of the renewal; seconded by Council Member Okun; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 8. Council Approval of Revising Personnel Policies: Types of Employment (2.6), Sick Leave (5.1), Vacation Leave (5.2), and Village Holidays (5.3); and New Personnel Policy: Arrest or Conviction of an Employee (3.14) Manager Couzzo noted that part time employees would be scheduled to work under 26 hours to assist the Village in keeping within guidelines regarding insurance changes beginning October 1, 2013. Council Member Paterno questioned temporary workers receiving benefits. Manager Couzzo suggested amending the vacation leave policy to remove vacation pay from temporary workers. Manager Couzzo stated the reduction of hours made it difficult to train and keep new employees and also provided a burden on departments who were presently short staffed. Council Member Paterno suggested hiring a fulltime person for multiple departments. MOTION: Council Member Paterno moved approval of the amended policy revisions with removal of number three from section 74-2 under Ordinance 23-13; seconded by Council Member D'Ambra; motion carried unanimously 5-0. Item 17 was taken out order. 17. ORDINANCE NO. 34-13, FIRST READING, AMENDING CHAPTER 78. ZONING. ART. XI. SIGNS. BY UPDATING INTENT AND PURPOSE EXPLANATIONS, PROVIDING TIME LIMITS ON THE PERMITTING PROCESS; CLARIFYING SIGN MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS, UPDATING TEMPORARY SIGN REGULATIONS AND PROHIBITED SIGN REGULATIONS, CREATING NEW FLAGPOLE REGULATIONS AND PROVIDING FOR GENERAL INTERNAL CONSISTENCY; PROVIDING THAT EACH AND EVERY OTHER SECTION AND SUB-SECTION OF CHAPTER 78. ZONING. SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT AS PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED �_.— - . � ' .�,,.;��� Village Council Minutes September 12, 2013 Page 4 Attorney Davis read Ordinance title 34-13 title into the record. (A motion was not received or proposed until after communications from citizens. ) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS Debra Tornaben, 365 Tequesta Drive voiced her concern that new ordinance changes offered too many restrictions to shop owners and felt it would change the small town feel of the area. She felt benches were necessary for people to sit and also fit within Tequesta's aesthetic look. Attorney Davis explained signage and outdoor merchandizing had been addressed recently and allowances made in Village Code updates. Claudine Marrero, local shop owner commented that she could have located her business anywhere and chose the Tequesta area for its charm. She voiced her concern with ambiguity in the code and felt her business offered much to the area. Ms. Marrero expressed her frustration with feeling she had to change her original welcoming appearance because of the changes. She articulated her gratitude for a uniform rule but felt it should be based on specific areas and suggested a discussion with store owners to receive input. Vice Mayor Arena thanked residents and business owners for attending and voicing their feelings and suggested they return with written suggestions for Council consideration. Manager Couzzo noted Councils previous decision to enforce the code and to offer existing violations additional time to comply. Council Member Okun suggested postponing enforcement until more concrete direction could be obtained. Council Member Paterno suggested moving forward with previously agreed enforcements on October first. Mayor Brennan suggested passing the ordinance at hand and holding discussions during the upcoming workshop t� generate clarification on the remaining code issues before second reading. MOTION: Council Member Okun moved approval of Ordinance 34-13 on first reading; seconded by Council Member Paterno; motion carried unanimously 5-0. COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL Manager Couzzo introduced new resident Scott Reynolds and welcomed him to the area. Mr. Reynolds, 370 Oak Ave. explained that he had brought his son to tonights meeting to familiarize him with the budget process and would return for the second hearing. Council Member Paterno voiced his feelings that the recent annexation failed for the reason that residents were content with receiving services and benefits by the Village at no cost and suggested more planning be done to eliminate this type of ease for residents not actually residing in the Village. Mayor Brennan agreed and stated a workshop should be designated for further discussions. ��-- , ' .�,,.�,;�„ � Village Councii Minutes September 12, 2013 Page 5 Vice Mayor Arena thanked Village Attorney Keith Davis for offering guidance to Council and commented on the entrance improvements at Tequesta Drive and US Highway 1. REGULAR AGENDA OLD BUSINESS 11. ORDINANCE 23-13, SECOND READING, AMENDING THE VILLAGE CODE OF ORDINANCES AT CHAPTER 74. UTILITIES, BY AMENDING THIS CHAPTER TO PROVIDE INTERNAL CONSISTENCY AND TO UPDATE CERTAIN RATE PROVISIONS — (First Reading 7/11/13) Attorney Davis read Ordinance 23-13 title into the record. Council Member Paterno noted section 74-2 (3) regarding setbacks restrictions and his preference for planting larger size trees in front of homes and suggested the code be more lenient. Council Member Okun questioned if the restriction had been placed to assist FPL (Florida Power and Light) and their responsibility regarding tree trimming. Council Member Paterno responded that he did believe rules were implemented after an active hurricane season that may have been overkill. Consensus of Council agreed to strike74-2 (3). George Ralston, 407 Beacon Street, noted that he had a large maple tree which took out the power during hurricanes but felt the 25 feet setback may be too much. He also voiced support regarding Council enforcement regarding signage, banners in the code. MOTION: Council Member Paterno moved approval of Ordinance 23-13 as amended with three struck from section 74-2; seconded by Vice MayorArena; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 12. ORDINANCE 24-13, SECOND READING, AMENDING CHAPTER 70. TAXATION. AT ARTICLE II. LOCAL BUSINESS TAX BY CREATING AN ENTIRELY NEW SEC. 70-39 TO PROVIDE EXEMPTIONS FOR CERTAIN BROKER ASSOCIATES AND SALES ASSOCIATES IN ACCORDANCE WITH RECENT CHANGES TO STATE LAW, AND RE-NUMBERING SUCCESSIVE SECTIONS IN THIS ARTICLE ACCORDINGLY; AND AT ARTICLE IV. PUBLIC SERVICE TAX, DIVISION 3. LOCAL COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES, SEC. 70-151. TO UPDATE REFERENCES TO CURRENT STATE LAW SECTIONS Attorney Davis read Ordinance 24-13 title into the record. Mayor Brennan opened the public hearing to Council for comments; there being none she opened the hearing to the public. There being no public comment the hearing was closed. MOTION: Council Member Paterno moved approva! of Ordinance 24-13; seconded by Vice Mayor Arena; motion carried unanimously 5-0. , ' j,,;�„ ��1 Village Council Minutes September 12, 2013 Page 6 13. ORDINANCE 25-13, SECOND READING, AMENDING THE VILLAGE CODE OF ORDINANCES AT CHAPTER 58. PEDDLERS AND SOLICITORS, BY REPEALING THIS CHAPTER IN ITS ENTIRETY AND READOPTING IT TO PROVIDE COMPREHENSIVE DEFINITIONS, POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR ALL PEDDLING AND SOLICITING ACTIVITY IN THE VILLAGE; TO PROVIDE FOR APPLICATION AND FEES —(First Reading 7/11/13) Attorney Davis read Ordinance 25-13 title into the record. Council Member Okun questioned controlling door to door sales. Attorney Davis responded that residents could do so, government could not. Mayor Brennan opened the public hearing for public comment; there being none the public hearing was closed. MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra moved approval of Ordinance 25-13; seconded by Council Member Paterno; motion carried unanimously 5-0. NEW BUSINESS 14. ORDINANCE NO. 29-13, FIRST READING, AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE VILLAGE CODE OF ORDINANCES AT CHAPTER 66. SUBDIVISIONS, BY AMENDING THIS CHAPTER TO PROVIDE INTERNAL CONSISTENCY AND CONSISTENCY WITH THE VILLAGE'S COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT PLAN, TO UPDATE CERTAIN REFERENCES TO LOCAL PERMITTING AGENCIES, AND TO REPEAL THE FAIR SHARE FEE FOR PUBLIC SITES WHICH HAS BEEN MADE OBSOLETE BY CURRENT PARKS AND RECREATION IMPACT FEES; PROVIDING THAT EACH AND EVERY OTHER SECTION AND SUBSECTION OF CHAPTER 66. SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT AS PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND AUTHORITY TO CODIFY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES Attorney Davis read Ordinance 29-13 title into the record. Mayor Brennan opened the public hearing to Council for comments; there being none she opened the hearing to the public. There being no public comment the hearing was closed. MOTION: Council Member Paterno moved approval of Ordinance 29-13; seconded by Vice Mayor Arena; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 15. ORDINANCE NO. 32-13, FIRST READING, AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 78. ZONING. ARTICLE II. CHANGES AND AMENDMENTS. TO CLARIFY THE ZONING CODE AMENDMENT PROCESS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR A MORATORIUM; AND �� j ;1/0 �� / _. °�� Village Council Minutes September 12, 2013 Page 7 ARTICLE III. APPEALS AND VARIANCES. TO CLARIFY THE COMPOSITION OF THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AND THE USE OF ALTERNATE MEMBERS; TO REVISE THE RE-ORGANIZATION PROCESS FOR THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT; TO REVISE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE APPEAL PROCESS; AND TO UPDATE THE FILING FEE REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING THAT EACH AND EVERY OTHER SECTION AND SUB-SECTION OF CHAPTER 78. ZONING. SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT AS PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND AUTHORITY TO CODIFY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES Attorney Davis read Ordinance 32-13 title into the record. Council Member Paterno questioned the date change in section 78-31. Attorney Davis clarified March fifth and suggested the entire section be struck. Mayor Brennan opened the public hearing for public comment. There being no public comment the hearing was closed. Consensus of Council was to strike section 78-31(b). Attorney Davis stated he would research the code to determine consistency regarding the amendment. MOTION: Council Member Paterno moved approval of Ordinance 32-13 as amended with section 78-39 (b) deleted; seconded by Vice Mayor Arena; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 16. ORDINANCE NO. 33-13, FIRST READING, AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 78. ZONING. BY AMENDING SECTIONS 78-224, 78-225, 78-255, 78-393, 78-399, 78-513, 78-519, 78-525 AND 78-585 TO PROVIDE FOR INTERNAL CONSISTENCY, PROPER INTRA-CODE CROSS REFERENCING AND PROPER REFERENCE TO CURRENT STATE LAW; PROVIDING THAT EACH AND EVERY OTHER SECTION AND SUB- SECTION OF CHAPTER 78. ZONING. SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT AS PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND AUTHORITY TO CODIFY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES Attorney Davis read Ordinance 33-13 title into the record. Council Member Paterno noted section 78-255 (e) regarding the six story limit and proposed it be adjusted to four stories. Attorney Davis explained the mixed use development code language and that the present approval was intended for consistency and housekeeping within the code. He noted that a change to the mixed use code would require another ordinance and suggested Community Development be included with any changes. Mayor Brennan opened the public hearing for public comment. There being no public comment � ,� „ � Viliage Council Minutes September 12, 2013 Page 8 the hearing was closed. MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra moved approval of Ordinance 33-13; seconded by Council Member Paterno; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 18. ORDINANCE 35-13, FIRST READING, AMENDING THE VILLAGE CODE OF ORDINANCES AT CHAPTER 22. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, BY AMENDING SECTION 22-55. PROCEDURE. TO STATE THAT THE IMPOSITION OF CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL MUST BE RELATED TO THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT AND SHALL BE ROUGHLY PROPORTIONAL TO THE ANTICIPATED IMPACTS OF THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT, IN ACCORDANCE WITH A RECENT OPINION OF THE UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT Attorney Davis read Ordinance 35-13 title into the record. Mayor Brennan opened the public hearing to Council for comments; there being none she opened the hearing to the public. There being no public comment the hearing was closed. MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra moved approval of Ordinance 35-13; seconded by Council Member Paterno; motion carried unanimously 5-0; 19. ORDINANCE 36-13, FIRST READING, AMENDING CHAPTER 2. ADMINISTRATION. ARTICLE IV. CODE ENFORCEMENT. DIVISION 3. ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURE. BY AMENDING SECTION 2-191. NOTICES. IN CONFORMANCE WITH RECENT AMENDMENTS TO STATE LAW AS SET FORTH IN SEC. 162.12, FLORIDA STATUTES Att�rney Da�is rPad C�r�ina,nce 3�-� 3 title int� the recorr�. Council Member D'Ambra questioned if the Manager would assume ex officio duties for the police and fire chiefs. Attorney Davis clarified rules and responsibilities regarding the title(s). Mayor Brennan opened the public hearing for public comments. There being no public comment the hearing was closed. MOTION: Vice Mayor Arena moved approval of Ordinance 36-93; seconded by Council Member Okun; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 20. ORDINANCE 37-13, FIRST READING, AMENDING CHAPTER 78. ZONING. ARTICLE IX. SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS. AT DIVISION 1. GENERALLY. BY CREATING AN ENTIRELY NEW SEC. 78-305. MAILBOXES. TO ESTABLISH REGULATIONS REGARDING CURBSIDE MAILBOX PLACEMENT AND DESIGN; AND BY CREATING AN ENTIRELY NEW SEC. 78-306. STORM PANELS, SHUTTERS. TO ESTABLISH REGULATIONS REGARDING THE USE OF STORM SHUTTERS � `,-�,,,,�., � �9 Village Council Minutes September 12, 2013 Page 9 Vice Mayor Arena referenced section 78-405(4) and referenced decorations which could be purchased for mailboxes. Attorney Davis read Ordinance 37-13 title into the record. Mayor Brennan opened the public hearing for public comments. There being no public comment the hearing was closed. MOTION: Council Member Paterno moved approval of Ordinance 37-13; seconded by Council Member D'Ambra; motion carried unanimously 5-0; 21. DISCUSSION & UPDATE ALL ABOARD F�ORIDA Council Member Paterno noted plans associated with the All Aboard Florida program and voiced his concerns which included the railroad bridge closed continually each day and the effect on boating traffic. Mayor Brennan also felt the traffic through Tequesta and the bridge closings would be extreme. She noted that meetings had been planned to discuss the project and that it was a private company who was not using public funding. Mayor Brennan pointed out that the Coast Guard had become involved and her feelings that many were concerned with safety issues. Council Member D'Ambra questioned the possibility of rebuilding and raising the bridge to eliminate the need for a draw section. STANDING REPORTS • Villaqe Attorney Attorney Davis noted the strong opinion issued by the Inspector General (IG) regarding opposition against piggy backing off municipal agreements. He stated Piggybacking was a well used method that he felt should and would continue. Attorney Davis expressed his plan to support The Florida League of Cities, Jupiter's recent cutting down of mangrove issues and the Circuit Courts ruling to allow attorneys fees in law suits and noted that the decision had been appealed by residents. • Villaqe Manaqer The Manager had nothing to report. ANY OTHER MATTERS Council Member Paterno voiced his feelings that code enforcement could be more aggressive and suggested that violations be advertised on the Village website. j,�;:�„ �e � , ''!`f Village Council Minutes September 12, 2013 Page 10 Mayor Brennan noted the Literacy Coalition's recent inquiry to promote literacy through the Village's Parks & Recreation department. ADJOURNMENT: Council Member Okun moved to adjourn the meeting; seconded by Vice- Mayor Arena. The motion to adjourn carried unanimously 5-0; therefore, the meeting was adjourned at 9:53 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 SPECIAL MEETING ' � 2 BUDGET HEARING �� SEPTEMBER 19, 2013 2013/2014 BUDGET - - Call to 4rder and Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. Present were: Mayor Abby Brennan, Vice Mayor Vince Arena, Council Member Steve Okun, Council Member Tom Paterno and Council Member Frank D'Ambra. Open Public Hearinq • Announce that the proposed operating millage rate necessary to fund the budget is 8.69% greater than the rolled-back millage rate of 5.5662 mills. Village Manager Couzzo announced the proposed millage rate and the dynamics associated. • Announce Proposed Millage Rate is 6.0500 • Summary of Tentative Budget • Citizen Comments Calvin Turnquest, 10 Tall Oaks Circle, stated that residents had not experienced an increase in rates for some time and his support to raise the millage rate. He added that the Vi!!u�° must con�;der their need f�r infra�truc#G.e neces�itie� ;^ #he near futur°. Mr. Turnquest noted that Village staff had experienced a heavy work load over the years and Council was fiscally responsible with the proposed increase. Mary Hinton, 12 Oakland Court, explained her familiarity with budgets and her support for the increase. She noted the accomplishments of Tequesta's Fire Department and her preference for a smaller increase in lieu of a large one. Council Member D'Ambra offered his appreciation for the comments and his feelings that the Village was in good financial shape. He felt the present timing was not right for an increase as residents were still struggling financially. Council Member Paterno agreed and voiced his opposition toward the increase. Council Member Okun expressed his frustration with putting the increase off another year and voiced his support for the increase. Mayor Brennan announced the rate and closed the public hearing. Minutes — Speciai 2" Budget Hearing 9/19/13 Page 2 1. Resolution 28-13, Adopting Final Millage Rate by Motion of Council Attorney Davis read Resolution 28-13 into the record. MOTION: Vice Mayor Arena moved approval of Resolution 28-13; seconded by Council Member Okun; and carried 3-2 with Counci! Members Paterno and D'Ambra opposed. 2. Resolution 29-�13, Adopting Final 2013/2014 Budget by Motion of Council Attorney Davis read Resolution 29-13 into the record. MOTION: Council Member Okun moved approval of Resolution 29-13; seconded by Vice MayorAr�ena; and carried 4-9 with Council MemberPatemo dissenting. ADJOURNMENT: Vice Mayor Okun moved to adjoum the meeting; seconded by Council Member D'Ambra. The motion to adjourr� carried unanimously 5-0; therefore, the meeting was adjourned at 6:14 p.m. Respecifully submitted, Deanna Mayo Assistant to the Village C1erk 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 Viltage Clerk. All referenced attachments are on file in the Village Clerk's o�ce. MINUTES VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA � SPECIAL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 19, 2013 Call to Order and Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 6:16 p.m. Present were: Mayor Abby Brennan, Vice Mayor Vince Arena, Council Member Steve Okun, Council Member Tom Paterno and Council Member Frank D'Ambra. 1. Consideration and Approval of One (1) Year Agreement with IAFF (10/1/13 — 9/30/14) Manager Couzzo offered a brief explanation regarding the union agreement and the onetime payment to employees of $3,000. He noted that negotiations would take place again next year. MOTION: Council Member Okun moved approval of the one year IAFF agreement; seconded by Council Member D'Ambra; motion carried unanimously 5-0. ADJOURNMENT: Council Member Okun moved to adjourn the meeting; seconded by Vice Mayor Arena. The motion to adjourn carried unanimously 5-0; therefore, the meeting was adjourned at 6:19 p.m. RespectFully submitted, Deanna Mayo Assistant to the 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.