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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDocumentation_Regular_Tab 04_04/10/2014 MINUTES VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA REORGANIZATOIN , FEBRUARY 13, 2014 MEETING -' ?: > CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL GALL The meeting was called to order by Mayor Brennan at 6:00 p.m. A roil call was taken by Village Clerk Lori McWilliams. Present were: Mayor Abby Brennan, Vice Mayor Vince Arena, Council Members Steve Okun, T��m Paterno and Frank D'Ambra. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Vice Mayor Vince Arena offered the invocation and led the pledge of �Ilegiance. COUNCIL OATHS OF OFFICE Village Manager Michael R. Couzzo, Jr. swore the following persons in as Council Members: Vince Arena (seat 1), Steve Okun (seat 3) and Frank D'Ambra (seat 5). VILLAGE COUNCIL REORGANIZATION Mavor 1. Attorney Keith Davis called for nominations regarding position of Mayor. 2. Councii Member Okun moved that Abby Brennan be elected as Mayor. MOT10N: Council Member Okun moved that Abby Brennan be elected as Mayor; seconded by Vice MayorArena; motion carried unanimously 5-0. Vice-Mavor 1. Attorney Keith Davis called for nominations regarding position of Vice Mayor. 2. Vice-Mayor Arena moved that Council Member Tom Paterno be elected as Vice-Mayor. Council Member Paterno declined. Mayor Brennan passed the gavel and nominated Vince Arena as Vice-Mayor. MOT/ON: Mayor Brennan moved that Vince Arena hold the position of Vice-Mayor; seconded by Council Member D'Ambra; mation carried unanimously 5-0. COUNCIL REMARKS Mayor Brennan voiced her appreciation for Tequesta and its staff. She thanked Deborah Telfrin, Executive Assistant to tt�e Village Manager for going above and beyond for Council. Village Council Reorganization Minutes March 13, 2014 Page 2 Vice-Mayor Arena thanked all of staff and pointed out how they perFormed additional tasks. Council Member Okun noted his admiration for public safety and thanked fire rescue for the part they ptay in Tequesta. Councif Member D'Ambra concurred with Council comments, expressed his esteem, and thanked everyone for instilling faith in him as a Council Member. ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Brennan adjourned the meeting at 6:19 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 REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 13, 2014 � �_ CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to o�der by Mayor Brennan at. 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. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: Council Member C>kun moved approval of the agenda; seconded by Counci! Member Paterno; motion cam�ed unanimously 5-0. PRESENTATION 1. Public Safety Pension Trust Presentation Pension Board Member John Terzakis offered a detailed presentation. He noted: returns versus benchmarks and IRS (Internal Revenue Service) concern regarding the DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program) and the contributions compared to benefits. Mr. Terzakis explained actuarial fees and a decrease to the Village contribution figure forthcoming. 2. Recognition of Jennifer Gazo for her 25 Years of Service to the Village of Tequesta Mayor Brennan recognized Jennifer Gazo, spoke on Jennifer's background and accomplishments, and thanked her for her years of service to the Village. Ms. Gazo received her award with gratita�de. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION: Council Member Paterno moved approval of the agenda; seconded by Council Member D'Ambra; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 3. MINUTES — 2/13/14 Regular Meeting and 2/3/14 Workshop 4. Approval of Contracts Signed by Manager under $25,000 a. ASI Paving, Incorporated Contract # B-14-010, Restriping per the December 2013 Road �Assessment $2,286.00. b. ASI Paving, Incorporated Contract # B-14-009, Asphalt repairs to the Country Club walking paths. - $1,725.00. c. Palm Beach/Treasure Coast Affiliate Agreement - allowing the Village of Tequesta general contact information to be shared to helpline callers within Palm Beach/Treasure Coast area. There is no charge for this service. Village Council Minutes March 13, 2014 Page 2 5. Award Three (3) Year Contract to Vivid Green Landscaping, LLC for the Mowing and Maintenance of Various Locations throughout the Village 6. Approve Citizenserve Funding Realtocation Due to Division of Community Development into Two Separate Departments END OF CONSENT AGENDA COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS There were none. COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNC{L Council Member D'ambra commented on All Aboard Florida (AAF) and what he believed Council could offer. He noted Mayor Brennan's efforts and positive effect regarding the project. Vice-Mayor Arena commented on how much Parks and Recreation did for the Village and voiced his concern with the AAF projeet. Mayor Brennan noted the accompiishments of Friends of Public Safety regarding their upcoming Flag Raising Ceremony. STANDING REPORTS • Villaqe Attornev Attorney Davis commented that OIG (Office of Inspe�tor General) funding litigation had been postponed tentatively to May 2014. • Villaqe Manaqer Manager Couzzo asked that Nate Litteral provide an update regarding the hydro-chloride tank, after Mr. Litteral's informative dialogue Manager Couzzo offered an update on expenses and revenues in consideration of the fiscal year's half way point. He noted that Marshalls/Home Goods would be the new tenants and had requested temporary signage. Manager Couzzo offered a brief update on the plaza. Consensus of Council was for the Village Manager to approve the temporary sign as a sign of goodwill. REGULAR AGENDA OLD BUSINESS 7. ORDINANCE 38-13. SECOND READING, 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 Village Council Minutes March 13, 2014 Page 3 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. (TABLED IN FEBRUARY) Attorney Davis read Ordinance 38-13 title into the record, provided handouts of the parking lot sketch and summarized the amendments. Mayor Brennan opened the public hearing to Council for comments; there being none she opened the hearing to the public. Jim Humpage, 562 N. Dover Road questioned if existing parking sizes were affected by this change. Attorney Davis responded no. He stated that maintenance of existing areas would not be affected; redevelopment changes in a parking lot would be mandated to adhere to the new language. Harold Taylor, 13 Chapel Court commented on traffic calming devices, their existence and probable issues if removed. Attorney Davis stated that plazas would not be required to remove any traffic calming devices. MOTION: Council Member Okun moved approval of Ordinance 38-13 as amended; seconded by Council Member D'Ambra; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 8. ORDINANCE 6-14, SECOND 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. VIII. PLANNED COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENTS, Village Council Minutes March 13, 2014 Page 4 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. 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 ctosed. MOTION: Council Member Okun moved approval of Ordinance 6-14; seconded by Council Member Patemo; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 9. ORDINANCE 5-14. SECOND 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 t 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 Counci� 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 D'Ambra; motion carried unanimously 5-0. NEW BUSINESS 10. RESOLUTION 10-14, INCREASING THE FISCAL YEAR 2013/2014 GENERAL FUND #001 BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING FUND BALANCE IN THE AMOUNT OF $24,122.00 Viliage Council Minutes March 13, 2014 Page 5 Attorney Davis read Resolution 10-14 title into the record. Manager Couzzo noted that Resolution 10-14 regarded funds for Tequesta Fest and summer programs. He explained that Tequesta Fest was not originally scheduled or budgeted and that Council approved the event, and utilized existing funds at that time. MOTION: Vice Mayor Arena moved appr�val of Resolution 10-14; seconded by Council Member Okun; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 11. RESOLUTION 11-14, RECOGNIZING THE VALIANT AND HONORABLE SERVICE OF UNITED STATES MILITARY PERSONNEL; ACKNOWLEDGIfdG THAT PROVIDING EMPLOYMENT TRAINING AND ASSISTANCE FOR SUCH HONORABLY DISCHARGED PERSONNEL SERVES AN IMPORTANT PUBLIC PURPOSE, NOW MORE SO THAN EVER DUE TO RECENTLY ANNOUNCED ACTIVE MILITARY PERSONNEL CUTBACKS; FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGING THE LOCAL, STATE-WIDE AND NATIONAL NEED FOR OUTSTANDING SWORN LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS; AND BASED ON THE FOREGO{NG, AUTHORIZING CREATION OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA "MILITARY TO MAIN STREET" PROGRAM FOR THE RECRUITMENT, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT OF HONORABLY DISCHARGED MILITARY PERSONNEL INTO LAW ENFORCEMENT CAREERS Attorney Davis read Resolution 11-14 title. Council Member Okun summarized the project referenced in Resolution 11-14. He noted his support, the shortage of police officers and Manager Couzzo's attempt to fill a void with veterans. Mayor Brennan noted letters received in favor of the program and that private funding was an option as well. Police Chief Elg commented that the program would offer a positive benefit to the Village and to veterans. He stated excitement had developed in the department as it would offer expansion and growth. He mentioned prospects in the process of retirement had recently submitted interest. Mayor Brennan felt the plan would assist the revitalization of the Village's reserve program. Council Member Paterno supported the undertaking and suggested Tequesta residents (veteran or otherwise) were considered for the training and assistance as well; although he voiced that obtaining the best candidate should be top priority. Manager Couzzo felt that the Village would be fortunate to find a resident who qualified and stated that the intent was not to be exclusionary but to create an offer or encouragement for military participants to apply, the intention was not to offer a Viliage Council Minutes March 13, 2014 Page 6 guarantee to any one individual. MOTION: Council Member Okun moved approval of Resolution 11-14; seconded by Council Member D'Ambra; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 12. ORDINANCE 7-14. FIRST READING, AMENDING CHAPTER 14. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS. ARTICLE II. BUILDINGS. BY CREATING AN ENTIRELY NEW SEC. 14-34. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS TO THE FLORIDA BUILDING CODE RESIDENTIAL ADOPTED. TO ADOPT LOCAL TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS TO THE FBC, RESIDENTIAL, THAT PROVIDE NEW FREEBOARD REQUIREMENTS MORE STRINGENT THAN THE BUILDING CODE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS; AND CHAPTER 78. ZONING ARTICLE XII. FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION, SEC. 78-802, BY CHANGING THE DEFAULT DEPTH TO 3 FEET ABOVE GRADE, EFFECTIVELY PROVIDING AN ADDED +1 FT. OF FREEBOARD PROTECTION, EVEN IN APPROXIMATE ZONE A Attorney Davis read Ordinance 7-14 title into the record and offered a brief background with a change requested by CRS (Community Rating System). Mayor Brennan opened the public hearing to Council for comments. Council Member D'Ambra commented on the elevation and grade in the surrounding area and questioned the effects of drainage on neighboring properties. Manager Couzzo responded that Village code specified mitigation and the change was to correct issues. Attorney Davis noted that the developer must develop a drainage plan according to code. Mayor Brennan opened the hearing to the public for comment; there being none she closed the public hearing. MOTION: Council Member D'Ambra moved approval of Ordinance 7-14 as amended; seconded by Vice Mayor Arena; motion carried unanimously 5-0. 13. Palm Beach County League of Cities Council Member Paterno offered a Fire Rescue Committee Report handout and synopsis of developments on the subject. He noted the upcoming meeting, that it would be held quarterly and highlighted past development. Chief Weinand clarified that specific regulations and criteria were set that must be abided by. Mayor Brennan stated she did not want to work cross purposes with the County. Council Member Paterno felt budget restraints were affecting the County and felt monitoring the unincorporated area was a financial strain on them. Council Member D'Ambra believed release or abandonment of unincorporated areas had been an ongoing ��lage Councit Minutes March 13, 2014 Page 7 issue within the County. Council discussed cross training of police, what was allowed and disallowed. Council Member Okun felt a contract for Tequesta services more beneficial than assuming the area total�r. ANY OTHER MATTERS Vice Mayor Arena suggested alternatives regarding the Village's welcome program and recommended a list of code violations be developed and distributed. Council Member Paterno felt information should be provided through the water department as he believed all residents visited there. Mayor Brennan voiced her concerns with the All Aboard Florida project and suggested that Mayors in areas being affected by the venture come together as a group to stay educated on developments. Consensus of Council was approval for the Mayor to proceed in organizing the group. ADJOURNMENT: Council Member Okun moved to adjoum the meeting; seconded by Vice MayorArena; motion to adjoum carried unanimously 5-0; therefore, the meeting was adjoumed at 8:32 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 ��' . WORKSHOP - - March 3, 2014 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 IMember Steve Okun, Council Member Tom Paterno and Council Member D'Ambra. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: Council Member O�kun moved approval of the agenda; seconded by Council Member Paterno; motion carri�d unanimously 5-0. 1. Review of All Aboard Florida Kim DeLaney, Strategic De��elopment Coordinator of the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council, offered back ground and details on the All Aboard Florida project. She responded to questions by Couincil and noted the informative meeting scheduled to be held at Jupiter on Thursday, March 6, 2014 6:00 p.m. 2. Capital Plan Improvements and Prioritization Manager Couzzo suggested Gouncil develop a three year capital improvement plan with long term visions and noted that they had received a five year plan during the last Council meeting. He stated Council n�eeded to decide on funding and mentioned several large items that had recently been accomplished in the Village. Mayor Brennan referenced a b�alleted hand out list and asked if Council had any additional items to add them to the list. Council briefly discussed LED lights as an option for previousfy approved pathway lighting. Manager Couzzo voiced his concern with lack of solar energy on the pathway due to overgrowth and suggested the bushes be trimmed back. ANY OTHER MATTERS Council Member D'Ambra asked that an executive session be held immediately after the workshop. Council agreed. Military-To-Main-Street Resolul:ion 11-14 was discussed. Manager Couzzo stated that the resolution, with its changes would be on the regular March Council meeting. Mayor Brennan suggested Co�incil Member Paterno work as Council's representative with Viliage Council Workshop Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 2 Manager Couzzo regarding employee pensions. Council Member Paterno agreed and established a one month time frame for a Council update on the topic. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjoumed at 8:57 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Deanna Mayo, CMC Assistant to the Village Cler#� 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.