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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-11-2008 VC WS-MPresent: ROLL CALL MINUTES OF THE WORKSHOP SESSION VILLAGE COUNCIL OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA DECEMBER 11, 2008 William Manuel, Mayor David B. Norris, Vice Mayor Darryl Aubrey, , Sc.D., President Pro Tem Edward M. Eissey, Ph.D., Councilman T.R. Hernacki, P.E., Councilman Jimmy Knight, Village Manager Leonard Rubin, Village Attorney Melissa Teal, CMC, Village Clerk Mayor Manuel called the meeting to order at 7:45 p.m. All members of Council were present. All members of staff were present. RESIDENTIAL YARD WASTE REMOVAL FEES Discussion was held concerning a proposed resolution establishing residential yard waste removal fees to be assessed for violations of Section 14-31 of the Village Code of Ordinances. Village Manager Jimmy Knight explained that fees were determined based on landfill disposal charges, equipment usage, fuel, and personnel costs, for a total cost of $44.00 per cubic yard. Mr. Knight noted the fee would also cover the cost of hiring an outside vendor, if the amount of debris to be collected is more than Village staff is able to handle. Public Works Director Wiley Livingston advised that in order to confirm industry standard, the Village's cost for disposal was compared to the amount the City of Palm Beach Gardens pays to Total Maintenance. Mr. Livingston reported that post -hurricane debris disposal is provided by contract with an outside firm and the Village is reimbursed by FEMA, therefore residents would not be charged for vegetative debris put out after a hurricane. Mr. Livingston noted that the Village is only seeking to recoup its costs, not make money from collection fees. It was requested that language be added to the proposed resolution to clarify that the total per cubic yard is $44.00 minimum This item was moved to the next Regular Session agenda. BUS STOP BENCHES Discussion took place concerning a recommendation by staff to purchase recycled benches to be placed at six bus stop locations in the Village. Discussion ensued on funding for this non -budgeted item. Mr. Knight suggested that five benches could be purchased with Village funds remaining in the Prosperity Farms Road beautification account, since five of the proposed locations are on Prosperity Farms Road. By consensus, Council approved the "Malibu" style of recycled bench. It was requested that it be retrofitted with one bar, in order to prevent anyone from sleeping on the bench. Additionally, property owners adjacent to the bus stop should receive advance notice before the benches are installed. This item was moved to the next Regular Session agenda. Minutes of Village Council Workshop Session held December 11, 2008 Page 2 of 2 CODE AMENDMENT — SIGNS AND OUTDOOR DISPLAYS Discussion was held on a proposed ordinance amending the sign code regarding ground signs, temporary signs, and political signs. Mr. Knight distributed a summary of recommendations made by the Planning Commission at its 12/2/08 meeting. Mr. Knight reported that the Planning Commission was in agreement with allowing temporary banners, upon written application, with certain limitations, including display on a single commercial parcel for not more than 60 days (consecutive or alternate) during one calendar year; banners must advertise a licensed bona fide business within that parcel; and banner materials must be made to industry standards. Mr. Knight recommended implementing a nominal administrative fee for temporary banners in conjunction with the application process. Mr. Knight noted the need to address temporary signs that do not comply with Village code. Discussion ensued on political signs. Village Attomey Len Rubin advised the code amendment clarifies that political signs are limited to three signs of the specified size on any parcel in the Village. Mr. Knight discussed permitting leasing information on monument signs in addition to allowing four business names on the sign. This item will be placed on the 1/8/09 Regular Session agenda. GOLF ADVISORY BOARD Discussion took place regarding appointments to the Golf Advisory Board. Village Clerk Melissa Teal explained that some members previously appointed to the Golf Advisory Board no longer meet the appointing criteria. Mrs. Teal requested direction from the Council regarding composition of the Golf Advisory Board. Council consensus was that four out of five regular members of the Board and both alternate members be required to have golf memberships. Additionally, it was agreed that the Men's Golf Association (MGA) and Women's Golf Association (WGA) should recommend a person from each organization to serve as its representative on the Golf Advisory Board, although such recommendation would not be binding on the Council. At the request of the Council, Jim Bender explained MGA membership requirements. Discussion ensued on term expiration dates. Should Council decide to make appointments before April 2009 for positions with terms expiring on 4/30/09, the term of such appointments could be extended to 4/30/10, if desired. Discussion took place regarding the position of non-resident golf member. It was determined that this position can be filled by either a resident golf member or non-resident golf member. An ordinance amending the composition of the Golf Advisory Board will be prepared for first reading on 1/8/09. ADJOURNMENT With no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. Melissa Teal, CMC, Village Clerk