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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_Regular_08/27/1985MIPdUTES OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING • OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA AUGUST 27, 1985 A meeting was held by the Village Council of the Village of Tequesta, Florida at 7:30 P.M., Tuesday, August 27, 1985 in the Village Hall, 357 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, Florida. Councilmembers present were: Gemino, Howell, Murphy and Stoddard. Mapes was on approved vacation. Also present were: Cyrese Colbert, Acting Village Manager and John C. Randolph, Village Attorney. The Village Manager was on approved vacation. The Opening Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was given by Councilmember Gemino. Mayor Stoddard announced that Marilou Kuper, Secretary to the Village Manager, has recently became a United States Citizen and that the Village is proud of Marilou. D9ayor Stoddard also announced he has signed a Proclamation for Consti- tution Week, September 17 - 23, 1985. • Mayor Stoddard announced tYiat the Police Department has received thirty-one (31) letters from parents on the registration of children for the Child Watch Program. Stoddard also announced a meeting with Step Saver representatives on September 5, 1985. la. The next item on the agenda was Staff Appeal from Community Appearance Board decision on "Tivoli" lighting for Dottie Campbell (Gallery Square North). Dir. Scott Ladd, Building Official gave Council a brief background into the application made by Mrs. Dottie Campbell, owner of the four shops on the east side of Gallery Square North. Mrs. Campbell had made application to and received approval from the Community Appearance Board for "Tivoli" lighting around the edge of the facade of the units which she owns in Gallery Square North. Mr. Ladd informed Council that the Village Manager and himself has contacted the Village, by letter, as their Notice of Appeal, pursuant to Section 7-4(c) of the Village Code, because of the decision made by the Community Appearance Board to approve this application. They feel that this lighting might be in conflict with the provisions of the Code. The Village Manager and Building Official believe that such lighting does not conform to the code because the code states, "lighting following the form of the building or part of the building will not be allowed." The Village Attorney explained to Council that this appeal is from the Staff and that Staff is asking that the Village Council overturn the decision of the Community Appearance Board. Minutes of the Village Council Meeting August- 27, 1985 Page 2 - ----------------------------------------------- The Village Attorney told Council that tonight they will also hear from the applicant on this matter and then decide what to do. Mrs. Dottie Campbell, shop owner, reviewed with Council the proposed lighting sketch and explained how the lighting was going to be used around the edge of the facade of the units which she owns. Mr. Jim Humpage, Tom Stone Electric, also representing Mrs. Campbell, showed pictures to Council of the "Tivoli" lighting and passed around a sample of the lighting. Mr. Humpage also explained that this was a very low lighting, not bright or gaudy. Gemino told Council and Mrs. Campbell that she had a problem with just half of the Shopping Center being lit and if maybe if Mrs. Campbell could get the rest of the shop owners to do the same thing it would really be attractive. The Village Attorney remind Council that their duty tonight is to make the decision if this Ordinance is intended to include "Tivoli" lighting or to exclude this lighting. • Howell told Council he thinks it is more beautiful than advertising and that this lighting would enhance the area. Stoddard said he thought there were some possibilities. Murphy said he thinks the lighting is pretty but not outlining the building. Gemino moved, "to grant the appeal of the Village Manager and to over- turn the decision of the Community Appearance Board." Murphy seconded and vote on the motion was: Howell - against Gemino - for Murphy - for Stoddard - for and therefore the motion was passed and adopted. Mrs. Dottie Campbell, nova speaking as a resident of Tequesta told Council that now that the Village of Tequesta is interested in more beautification maybe Council should think about beautifying Tequesta's properties, i.e.: signs. Mrs. Campbell pointed out to Council that various "~elcome to Tequesta" signs throughout the Village are a disgrace, all rusted out and need to be replaced. Council agreed and authorized the Acting Village Manager to have the signs removed immediately. Minutes of the Village Council Meeting • August 27, 1985 Page 3 - ---------------------------------------------- lb. Mrs. Gocke, 3 Yacht Club Place told Council that she objected to two (2) permits being issued to 15 River Drive. Since Council had no back ground on this item and the Building Official was not prepared tonight to speak on this matter, Council asked Mrs. Gocke and she agreed to come to the September 10, 1985 meeting. Council agreed that this would be an agenda item for that meeting. lb (3) The next item on the agenda were the changes and addition to "Tequesta Village Green" Park. (Stoddard). Stoddard explained to Council that there had been certain deletions and additions needed for the "Village Green" Park and that the amount of the additions were $1,841.65 for plants and materials with the deletion of certain plants in the amount of $619.50 the net difference was $1,222.15. Howell moved, "to approve the expenditure of $1,222.15 to Rood Land- scape Company, Inc. for additions to the park." (copy of proposal attached). Gemino seconded and vote on the motion was: Gemino - for Howell - for • PAurphy = for Stoddard for and therefore the motion was passed and adopted. Murphy moved, "to approve the addition to the fence along the east property in the "Village Green" Park subject to the approval by the Community Appearance Board". (copy of proposal attached). Gemino seconded and vote on the motion was: Gemino - for Howell - for Murphy - for Stoddard - for and therefore the motion was passed and adopted. 2a. The next item on the agenda was the discussion of intent of change in Zoning from C-1 to C-2 for Cypress Drive in March 1983. The Village Building Official reviewed with Council his Memorandum of August 20, 1985 pertaining the Zoning Code conflicts and unclear statements. A copy of this Memorandum is attached and has become part of these Minutes. The biggest problem that exist now is that in the C-2 Commercial Zoning District west of the railroad tracks, which is the Cypress Drive area, there is no provision made for sign regulations. • Minutes of the Village Council Meeting August 27, 1985 Page 4 - --------------------------------------------------- The Village Attorney suggested to Council that they could direct the Village Attorney and the Building Official to prepare what ever is neces- sary to institute a moratorium on granting permits for free standing signs within the Village. Discussion followed and it was the recommendation of Council that the Building Official and Village Attorney work on these items and bring back suggestions to Council for their consideration. The next item on the agenda was the second reading of Ordinance for Annexation of Davis and Iammatteo properties. The Village Attorney read by title: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA ANNEXING CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND TO THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA" (Davis and Iammatteo property). Howell moved, "for adoption of this Ordinance." Gemino seconded and vote on this motion was: Howell - for • Gemino = Murphy for for Stoddard - for and therefore Ordinance No. 335 was passed and adopted. 2c. Stoddard explained to Council that due to some confusion as to the amount of the bid for the signage for Village Hall from City Signs, the owner has advised he cannot do the work for the amount of $1,385.42. The Administra- tive Office has recommended that the proposal of Ferrin Signs, using black, standard block letters be accepted in the amount of $1,277.50. b4urphy moved, "to approve the acceptance of the bid for signage for Village Hall from Ferrin Signs in the amount of $1,277.50." Howell seconded and vote on the motion was: Howell - for Gemino - for Murphy - for Stoddard - for and therefore the motion was passed and adopted. 2d. Howell moved, "the appointment of Paul Coben to the Community Appearance Board". Murphy seconded and vote on the motion was: . Howell for = Gemino for Murphy - for Stoddard - for Minutes of the Village Council Meeting August 27, 1985 Page 5 - and therefore the motion was passed and adopted. Gemino moved, "the appointment of Harriet S. Smith to the Community Appearance Board." Murphy seconded and vote on the motion was: Howell - for Gemino - for Murphy - for Stoddard - for and therefore the motion was passed and adopted. Howell moved, "the appointment of Leslie Cook to the Community Appearance Board". Gemino seconded and vote on the motion was: Howell - for Gemino - for Murphy - for Stoddard - for and therefore the motion was passed and adopted. • Howell moved, "to appoint Ruth Butterfield as an Alternate Member to the Community Appearance Board." Gemino seconded and vote on the motion was Gemino - for Howell - for Murphy - for Stoddard - for and therefore the motion was passed and adopted. Howell moved, "that we appoint Charles Cleveland as an Alternate Member to the Community Appearance Board". Murphy seconded and vote on the motion was: Gemino - for Howell - for Murphy - for Stoddard - for and therefore the motion was passed and adopted. Stoddard told Council that he had names of people he would like to see appointed to the Long Range Planning Commission. Council agreed that this item should be put off until Council could meet with each applicant at a Workshop Meeting to discuss their goals. And after this meeting, Council can appoint the Commission. Minutes of the Village Council Meeting August 27, 1985 Page 6 - --------------------------------------------------- Stoddard read a letter from the people who will help take care of the lighting for the Flags at Gallery Square North. Stoddard gave an update report on the Fire/Rescue Meetings. The Village Council Meeting Minutes for June 25, 1985 and July 9, 1985 were both received. The Village and Water Department Financial Statement for July 31, 1985 and the Village Manager's Report for August 11 - August 23, 1985 were all received. too high. Councilmembers expressed their concerns that the water loss is still The meeting was adjourned at 10:12 p.m. Respectfully submitted: r4 i r Cyrese Colbert Village Clerk CC:mk ~4 ~^- Date AS,hp_proved T?Ll, K. GEMINO _.= ~1 ~ EDWARD C. HOWELL ~~Vil. H. MAPES JR. ,~ ~,/ ARTHUR R ~ MURPHY \~~'~ ~~ CARLTON D. STODDARD