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VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA
REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 13, 2014
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CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Brennan at 6:00 p.m. A roll call was taken by
Village Clerk Lori McWilliams. Present were: Mayor Abby Brennan, Vice Mayor Vince Arena,
Council Members Steve Okun, Tom Paterno and Frank D'Ambra.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member D'Ambra offered the invocation followed by the pledge of allegiance.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra moved approval of the agenda; seconded by Council
Member Okun; motion carried unanimously 5 -0.
CONSENT AGENDA
MOTION: Council Member Okun moved approval of the consent agenda; seconded by
Council Member Patemo; motion carried unanimously 5 -0.
1. MINUTES — 1/9/14 Regular Meeting
2. Approval of Contracts Signed by Manager under $25,000
a. Arcadis G &M, Inc. Work Authorization to Perform Miscellaneous Drainage
System Improvements: $9,250.00
END OF CONSENT AGENDA
COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS
Emanuele Giudice, 236 Village Blvd., stated he had a 43 years connected with the railroad
and voiced his feelings regarding articles on All Aboard Florida, and felt it would fail. He
believed the train would stop and block roads causing inconvenience.
John DiNiro, Lighthouse Cove Association President, voiced his concern with the noise
associated to trains and the Aboard Florida project. He questioned if a sound barrier had
been considered and if Lighthouse Cove Homeowners Association (HOA) could offer any
type of assistance. Mayor Brennan responded that she and Council Member Paterno had
attended (at different times) various meetings along with many concerned parties; she noted
a March 6, 2014 meeting at 6:00 p.m. and asked that all interested attend.
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COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL
Council Member Patemo commented on:
• The tracks and bridge area being a problem with the new train venture and noted the
hour and a half traffic block which occurred today from a stopped train and suggested
the Federal Government, senators and congress be contacted regarding a quiet zone.
• Futures residency attendance increased to 31 patients last month.
• Council concentrating on planning (mid and long term) expenditures (and asked
residents to become involved).
• Water taxes, surcharges and credits given in the past and noted regulations and
events associated with the fees.
Vice Mayor Arena suggested:
• A no outlet sign be placed for North Cypress Drive.
• A workshop be scheduled to discuss the following:
• Access being placed on the north east side of Tequesta Bridge for kayak and
paddle board use.
• The property (owned by Tequesta) on Seabrook Drive be developed as a
passive park over a three to four year period (and recommended that Greg
Corbett, Parks and Recreation Director be involved).
Council Member Okun noted previous discussions regarding lighting unsafe areas of the
pedestrian walkway and suggested It be completed as in was a public safety issue and should
be prioritized.
Council Member D'Ambra voiced:
• Concern with the All Aboard Florida project.
• Disapproval regarding the lack of code enforcement from Palm Beach County in
Tequesta's unincorporated areas.
• Support of financial planning dedicated to long term planning and workshops.
• Approval of the Seabrook property project and suggested election funds to be utilized.
STANDING REPORTS
Village Attorney
Attorney Davis suggested the Village ordinance be reviewed for assurance that proper
verbiage was in place regarding the recovery of administrative costs as he recalled the Town
of Jupiter's code enforcement issue regarding mangroves. He noted the town had recovered
costs associated with the issue since their ordinance defined "all administrative costs"
properly.
Attorney Davis noted details for direct connect and police radios; and the Inspector General
case placed in the court systems for calendar call and March docket.
Consensus of Council agreed Attorney Davis should look over the Village Ordinance to be
certain administrative costs were defined appropriately.
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Village Manaaer
Manager Couzzo referred to Council's previous direction regarding the sidewalk lighting and
his recollection was for it to be discussed during strategic planning and agreed that it was a
safety issue.
REGULAR AGENDA
OLD BUSINESS
3. ORDINANCE 38 -13, SECOND READING, AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE
COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 78.
ZONING. ART. X. OFF - STREET AND ON- STREET PARKING AND LOADING
REGULATIONS. BY PROVIDING NEW PARKING REGULATIONS FOR
VETERINARY OFFICE USES, BY ADDING REGULATIONS REGARDING PARKING
LOT TRAFFIC CALMING DEVICES AND INTERNAL SIGNAGE, AND REGARDING
OFF - STREET YARD AREA PARKING SPACES; FURTHER REVISING CERTAIN
PARKING SPACE, LOADING AREA AND DRIVE AISLE PARKING
REQUIREMENTS, AND BY PROVIDING FOR INTERNAL CONSISTENCY AND
UPDATED GRAPHICS; FURTHER AMENDING CHAPTER 78. ZONING. BY
REPEALING ARTICLE IX. SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS, DIVISION 11,
PARKING OF COMMERCIAL VEHICLES, TRUCKS AND RECREATIONAL
VEHICLES ON PRIVATE LOTSSHALL 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 38 -13 title into the record.
Council Member Patemo referenced 78-696 and questioned why 10,000 square feet was
used versus 4,000. Attorney Davis responded that the change was recommended by the
traffic consultant. Nilsa C. Zacarias, Director of Community Development stated she would
need to inquire about the change. Attorney Davis offered his opinion that the process may
refer to anything under 10,000 square feet in a loading zone.
Council Member Patemo questioned the correct parking space sketch and felt neither in the
back up incorporated Council's desires. Ms. Zacarias stated the plans supplied were code
compliant. Mayor Brennan recalled Council's clear specification regarding the width of
parking space and painted double road lines. Attorney Davis stated there was an assumption
regarding the way the spaces were measured and suggested keeping with the industry
standard.
Council Member Patemo suggested the drawing be corrected.
MOTION. Council Member Okun moved to table Ordinance 38 -13 until the March agenda,
seconded by Council Member Patemo; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
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4. ORDINANCE 39 -13, SECOND READING, AMENDING THE VILLAGE CODE OF
ORDINANCES AT CHAPTER 78. ZONING. ARTICLE IX. SUPPLEMENTAL
REGULATIONS. DIVISION 4. LANDSCAPING. BY AMENDING THIS DIVISION TO
UPDATE CERTAIN "FLORIDA FRIENDLY LANDSCAPING" REQUIREMENTS
THROUGHOUT THE VILLAGE, TO CLARIFY THE APPLICATION OF SUCH
REGULATIONS TO NEW CONSTRUCTION AND CERTAIN RE- DEVELOPMENT; TO
UPDATE CODE GRAPHICS AND PROVIDE FOR INTERNAL CONSISTENCY
Attorney Davis read Ordinance 39 -13 title into the record.
Council Member Patemo questioned "in excess of 50 %" verbiage in section 78 -392. Attorney
Davis responded that the number was correct and explained that the specification referred to
replacement of more than 50% change to landscaping must comply with the regulations.
Council Member Patemo questioned section 78 -396C wording "encourage" and asked that
operational irrigation systems be mandated. Attorney Davis responded that the specified
section referred to grass species and an alternate section noted irrigation systems for
property maintenance regulations and issues would fall under Code compliance.
Mayor Brennan opened the public hearing for public comment. There being none the hearing
was closed.
MOTION. Council Member D'Ambra moved approval of Ordinance 39 -13, seconded by
Council Member Patemo, motion carried unanimously 5-0.
5. ORDINANCE 42 -13, SECOND READING, AMENDING CHAPTER 78. ZONING.
ARTICLE IX SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS AT DIVISION 2. SITE PLAN REVIEW,
TO PROVIDE FOR INTERNAL CONSISTENCY, TO UPDATE THE LIST OF
OUTSIDE REGULATORY AGENCIES, TO BRING LEVEL OF SERVICE
STANDARDS INTO CONFORMANCE WITH THE VILLAGE'S COMPREHENSIVE
DEVELOPMENT PLAN, TO PROVIDE FOR THE VILLAGE'S DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW COMMITTEE, TO PROVIDE FOR AN OPTIONAL CONCEPTUAL PRE -
REVIEW PROCESS AND TO UPDATE CERTAIN APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
INCLUDING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE IMPOSITION OF CONDITIONS OF
APPROVAL; AND AT DIVISION 3. SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES, SECTION 78 -365,
TO SPECIFY THAT CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL ASSOCIATED WITH THE
GRANTING OF A SPECIAL EXCEPTION MUST BE RELATED TO THE PROPOSED
DEVELOPMENT AND BE ROUGHLY PROPORTIONAL TO THE ANTICIPATED
IMPACTS OF THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT, IN ACCORDANCE WITH RECENT
RULINGS BY THE UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT; AND AT SECTION 78 -369,
TO UPDATE OPTIONAL SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE PRE - APPLICATION REVIEW
PROCESS SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
Attorney Davis read Ordinance 42 -13 title into the record.
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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 public hearing was
closed.
MOTION: Council Member Okun moved approval of Ordinance 42 -13, seconded by Council
Member D'Ambra, motion carried unanimously 5-0.
6. ORDINANCE 3 -14, SECOND READING AMENDING ITS CODE OF ORDINANCES
AT CHAPTER 78. ZONING. ARTICLE XII. FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION.
SECTIONS 78 -835, 78 -837 AND 78 -853 TO PROVIDE LOT GRADING AND
DRAINAGE PLAN SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS, AND TO SPECIFY THAT
SUBDIVISION PROPOSALS, OTHER NEW DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS AND ALL
OTHER DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS MUST BE DESIGNED TO PREVENT
ADVERSE FLOOD IMPACTS FROM STORM WATER RUNOFF ONTO ADJACENT
PROPERTIES, AND TO REQUIRE THE USE OF GUTTERS AND DOWNSPOUTS IN
CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES; ALSO AMENDING SECTIONS 78 -801 AND 78 -836
TO PROVIDE FOR APPROPRIATE CROSS - REFERENCES.
Attorney Davis read Ordinance 3 -14 title into the record.
Council Member Okun questioned if green water harvesting was recognized in the ordinance.
Attorney Davis responded the Ordinance did not address green water harvesting and he
would research the item as he believed it would be in general supplemental regulations.
Mayor Brennan opened the public hearing for public comment. There being none the hearing
was closed.
MOTION: Council Member Okun moved approval of Ordinance 03 -14, seconded by Council
Member Patemo; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
7. ORDINANCE 4 -14, SECOND READING AMENDING THE VILLAGE CODE OF
ORDINANCES AT CHAPTER 14. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS. AT
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL. BY CREATING AN ENTIRELY NEW SECTION 14-4.
ENTITLED "PROTECTION OF TREES AND OTHER VEGETATION TO BE
PRESERVED ON SITE" TO PROVIDE FOR THE PROTECTION OF TREES AND
OTHER VEGETATION DURING CONSTRUCTION; AND AN ENTIRELY NEW
SECTION 14 -5 ENTITLED "BOARDING OR CONCEALING STOREFRONTS
DURING CONSTRUCTION" TO PROVIDE REGULATIONS REGARDING THE
BOARDING OR CONCEALING OF STOREFRONTS WITHOUT A BUILDING
PERMIT; AND AT ARTICLE II BUILDINGS. BY INSERTING REGULATIONS FOR
FLOODPLAIN ADMINISTRATION, AS REQUIRED BY FEMA
Attorney Davis read Ordinance 4 -14 title into the record.
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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 public hearing was
closed.
MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra moved approval of Ordinance 04-94, seconded by
Council Member Patemo; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
NEW BUSINESS
8. ORDINANCE 6 -14, FIRST READING AMENDING CHAPTER 78. ZONING. ART. VI.
SCHEDULE OF DISTRICT REGULATIONS, DIVISION 1. GENERALLY, SECTION
78 -143. SCHEDULE OF SITE REQUIREMENTS, AND DIVISION 2. SCHEDULE OF
USE REGULATIONS, SECTION 78 -177. C -2 COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL
DISTRICT AND SECTION 78 -180. MIXED USE DISTRICT, BY REDUCING THE
MAXIMUM PERMITTED BUILDING HEIGHT TO FOUR STORIES /50 FEET, AND
ELIMINATING THE OPTION FOR A FIVE STORY BUILDING WITH
UNDERGROUND PARKING; FURTHER AMENDING ART. VII. PLANNED
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS, SECTION 78 -225. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
AND SPECIAL REGULATIONS, BY REDUCING THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED
BUILDING HEIGHT TO FOUR STORIES /50 FEET; AND ALSO AMENDING AT ART.
Vill. PLANNED COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENTS, SECTION 78 -255. GENERAL
REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIAL REGULATIONS, BY REDUCING THE MAXIMUM
PERMITTED BUILDING HEIGHT TO FOUR STORIES /50 FEET
Attorney Davis read Ordinance 6 -14 title into the record.
Harold Taylor, 13 Chapel Court, stated proper details were important and questioned the
following:
• If measurements were taken from grade level when counting stories and heights of 50
feet. Attorney Davis responded yes.
• Are one story buildings restricted by the four story building formula. Manager Couzzo
responded that it did not affect individual floors space requirements.
• Measurements on four story pitched roof buildings performed from the top of the peak
or the slope. Attorney Davis stated it was measured to the mean (or middle) of the
roof. Mr. Taylor voiced concern that the measurement specification could force
someone into a flat roof.
• Parapet roofs discouragement and measurements and screening properties. Attorney
Davis offered clarification on parapets and pitched roofs.
MOTION: Council Member Okun moved approval of Ordinance 6-14, seconded by Council
Member Patemo.
Council Member Patemo declared Mr. Taylor's point valid regarding hiding air conditioners
and felt artificial walls added to serve as a screen without adding a lot of feet should be
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considered before second reading. Manager Couzzo felt screening of mechanical systems
had been stated in the code and, stated he would review the language and make changes
before second reading.
MOTION continued: motion carried unanimously 5-0.
9. ORDINANCE 1 -14, FIRST READING, UPDATING ITS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ELEMENT FIVE YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
SCHEDULE AS PROVIDED IN SECTION 163.3177(3)(B), FLORIDA STATUTES;
PROVIDING THAT THE TEXT, AS UPDATED OR REVISED, SHALL BE
SUBSTITUTED FOR AND REPLACE IN FULL THE EXISTING TEXT IN THE
ADOPTED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ELEMENT; PROVIDING FOR
TRANSMITTAL OF A COURTESY COPY OF THE ADOPTED AMENDMENT TO
THE STATE LAND PLANNING AGENCY
Attorney Davis read Ordinance 1 -14 title into the record.
Mayor Brennan opened the public hearing to Council for comments.
Council Member Patemo stated that he had reviewed the item with Manager Couzzo and felt
Council should workshop the Ordinance to prioritize options. He felt that before spending
extra money it should also be discussed with department heads. Mayor Brennan agreed.
Mayor Brennan opened the public hearing for public comment. There being none the hearing
was closed.
MOTION. Council Member D'Ambra moved approval of Ordinance 1 -14; seconded by
Council Member Patemo; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
10. ORDINANCE 2 -14, FIRST READING, ADOPTING AN AMENDMENT TO ITS
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
MANDATES SET FORTH IN SECTION 163.3184, ET SEQ., FLORIDA STATUTES,
PURSUANT TO A VILLAGE INITIATED APPLICATION WHICH PROVIDES FOR A
AMENDMENTS TO THE TEXT OF THE FUTURE LAND USE AND HOUSING
ELEMENTS; PROVIDING FOR MAXIMUM DENSITY OF 18 UNITS PER ACRE FOR
ALL ADULT CONGREGATE LIVING FACILITIES, AND EIGHT UNITS PER ACRE
FOR REHABILITATION FACILITIES
Attorney Davis read Ordinance 2 -14 title into the record.
Mayor Brennan opened the public hearing to Council for comments and questioned if the
changes were procedural. Attorney Davis responded that the revision was to offer
Comprehensive Plan updates as they were adopted in the zoning code.
Mayor Brennan opened the public hearing for public comment. There being no public
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comment the hearing was closed.
MOTION: Council Member Okun moved approval of Ordinance 2 -14; seconded by Council
Member D'Ambra; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
11. ORDINANCE 5 -14, FIRST READING AMENDING THE CHARTER OF THE VILLAGE
OF TEQUESTA AT APPENDIX A. "VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA LEGAL
DESCRIPTION ". BY REDEFINING THE TERRITORIAL BOUNDARIES OF THE
CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA SUBSEQUENT TO THE
ANNEXATION OF 0.7278 ± ACRES, MORE OR LESS, OF REAL PROPERTY
LOCATED ON US HIGHWAY 1 WHICH PROPERTY IS MORE PARTICULARLY
DESCRIBED IN ANNEXATION ORDINANCE NO. 15-12; WHICH REAL PROPERTY
WAS ANNEXED INTO THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL
PURSUANT TO PETITIONS FOR VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION; AND SUBSEQUENT
TO THE ANNEXATION OF 1.463 t ACRES, MORE OR LESS, OF REAL PROPERTY
CONSTITUTING AN ENCLAVE AND LOCATED ON COUNTY LINE ROAD WHICH
REAL PROPERTY WAS ANNEXED INTO THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA BY THE
VILLAGE COUNCIL PURSUANT TO INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH PALM
BEACH COUNTY
Attorney Davis read Ordinance 5 -14 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 public hearing was
closed.
MOTION. Council Member Okun moved approval of Ordinance 5-14; seconded by Council
Member Patemo; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
12. RESOLUTION 6 -14 AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 201312014 GENERAL FUND
#001 BUDGET BY INCREASING REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES BY $18,000.00
TO RECOGNIZE PROCEEDS FROM THE SALE OF SURPLUS EKG MONITORS
AND TO USE THOSE PROCEEDS TOWARDS THE PURCHASE OF 3 NEW EKG
MONITORS
Attorney Davis read Resolution 6 -14.
MOTION: Council Member Okun moved approval of Resolution 6-14; seconded by Council
Member Patemo; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
13. RESOLUTION 5 -14, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2013/2014 WATER FUND #401
BUDGET BY INCREASING REVENUES AND EXPENSES BY $7,455.00 TO
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RECOGNIZE PROCEEDS FROM THE SALE OF SURPLUS METERS AND TO USE
THOSE PROCEEDS TO PURCHASE NEW METERS
Attorney Davis read Resolution 5 -14.
MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra moved approval of Resolution 5-14; seconded by
Council Member Okun, motion carried unanimously 5-0.
14. RESOLUTION 7 -14 AWARDING A CONTRACT TO ARCADIS G &M IN THE
AMOUNT OF $76,500.00 FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH THE
TEQUESTA DRIVE WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT AND INCREASING
THE FISCAL YEAR 2013/2014 BUDGET IN THE WATER UTILITY FUND #401 BY
APPROPRIATING FUND BALANCE IN THE AMOUNT OF $76,500.00
Attorney Davis read Resolution 7 -14.
Manager Couzzo summarized the project and explained that replacement of the asbestos
cement pipe would be a long term process and noted the water lines were 40 -50 years old.
He noted Council's desire to be proactive and perform the replacement while damaged roads
were under repair. He then referenced a complete engineering analysis previously completed
which showed Village road conditions and needs.
Mr. Tom Jensen, Arcadis, commented on the roadway assessment and the process utilized
in determining how much was in disrepair. He explained the structure and noted options
developed to save funds and prioritize areas in the greatest need. Mayor Brennan asked for
clarification on whether options would be provided for Council before a final decision, to
which Mr. Jensen affirmed.
Council Member Patemo questioned costs of the jack and boring of the road. Mr. Jensen
suggested a directional bore versus jack or regular bore methods which was $100 per feet,
per bore and stated it was sometimes less expensive to close the road and make cuts.
Council Member Patemo noted his preference for the bore to be done under the road and he
did not support spending the one million dollars on redoing roads. He suggested the water
lines be fixed, avoiding the roads surface as much as possible. Manager Couzzo explained
the design developed for Tequesta Drive and stated he did not commit Council to spending
any further money. He pointed out that Tequesta Drive was a priority.
Council Member D'Ambra voiced his support for a long range financial plan and supported
the most cost effective way of addressing issues at minimized costs. Vice Mayor Arena
stated he would never vote for a exuberant increase to expedite a project and supported a
review to determine Village needs before moving forward. Manager Couzzo noted that water
utility was one of the greatest assets of the Village.
MOTION: Council Member Okun moved approval of Resolution 7 -14, seconded by Council
Member D'Ambra, motion carried unanimously 5-0.
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15. RESOLUTION 8 -14, EXPRESSING OPPOSITION TO THE SOUTHEAST FLORIDA
REGIONAL PARTNERSHIP REGIONAL VISIONING PROJECT KNOWN AS
SEVEN /50; URGING THE PALM BEACH COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS TO WITHDRAW PALM BEACH COUNTY'S PARTICIPATION
Attorney Davis read Resolution 8 -14.
Mayor Brennan explained the issue at hand had received much press and looked at the
impact new people coming in to the area would have over a 50 year period in seven counties.
She noted that there were many protestors against the project. Mayor Brennan stated that
Commissioner Valeche voiced his opinion that the item would not be supported, and his
concern regarding preservation of home rule.
Council Member Patemo voiced his feelings that the Village was fine devoid of the resolution
and suggested a letter to the Commissioners stating Council's desire and support to maintain
home rule, which was under the Florida Constitution.
Consensus of Council was to send the letter.
MOTION: Council Member Patemo moved to table Resolution 8-14; seconded by Council
Member D'Ambra; motion carried unanimously 5-0.
ANY OTHER MATTERS
Vice Mayor Arena suggested the Village contact the County Commissioner and the Sheriff's
Office regarding Tequesta's supervision of county .pocket areas in regards to code
enforcement, radios and police. Chief Elg responded that it was a viable endeavor. Manager
Couzzo suggested Chief Elg contact the Sheriff's Office.
Vice Mayor Arena questioned the problem drainage behind the Tequesta Shoppes Plaza.
Manager Couzzo reported that residents at the condo at the rear the plaza had hired an
engineer who projected the remedial costs to be approximately half a million dollars and felt
the issue was between the condo association and the shopping center owner(s). He stated
Tequesta had discussed the issue with all parties, visited the site with Village staff and
offered low cost solutions.
Council Member D'Ambra asked when Tequesta Shoppes Plaza renovation work was
scheduled to start. Manager Couzzo stated permitting was complete and good for six months.
Mayor Brennan disclosed that Home Goods and Marshalls would be the plaza's new tenants.
Council Member Patemo questioned the county pockets abutting areas regarding code
enforcement and what policy was in place, and if documentation had been completed.
Manager Couzzo responded that the department did thorough documentation and he would
investigate and direct record keeping to be completed if it was not already.
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ADJOURNMENT Council Member Okun moved to adjourn the meeting; seconded by
Council Member D'Ambra. The motion to adjourn carried unanimously 5 -0; therefore, the
meeting was adjourned at 7.58 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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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.