05-14-2009 VC WS-M•
MINUTES OF THE WORKSHOP SESSION
VILLAGE COUNCIL OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
MAY 14, 2009
Present:
ROLL CALL
David B. Norris, Mayor
William Manuel, 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 Norris called the meeting to order at 8:17 p.m. All members of Council were present.
All members of staffwere present.
LEASE RENEWAL - ST. CLARE ATHLETIC FIELDS
Mr. Knight reported that the lease agreement with the Diocese of Palm Beach for the Village's
use of athletic fields at St. Clare Catholic Church expires in June. Mr. Knight advised that the
lease agreement may be extended for an additional 10-year term; however, Village administration
recommends that the lease be allowed to expire. Mr. Knight related that the fields at St. Clare
are used three months out of the year for soccer practice and games. Mr. Knight detailed costs to
the Village, which include Feld maintenance, lighting, and irrigation. Because use of the fields
costs the Village in excess of $65,000, Mr. Knight recommended moving the soccer program to
Osborne Park. Mr. Knight noted that Anchorage Park could be used for soccer practice if
necessary, and a portion of the money saved in maintenance of St. Clare fields could be applied
to offset the cost of increased maintenance at Anchorage Park.
Discussion ensued on removing equipment such as soccer goals from St. Clare fields. Mr. Rubin
advised that the Village may retain any movable equipment, at its discretion.
Discussion took place concerning using Anchorage Park for practice. Mr. Knight advised that
Osborne Park would be used for the soccer program, with Anchorage Park being utilized only if
the youngest soccer players needed space to practice.
Parks and Recreation Director Mark Hodgkins detailed the number of soccer teams and advised
that these teams can be accommodated at Osborne Park.
Council consensus was to let the lease expire. Mr. Rubin will advise the Diocese.
REEVALUATION OF VILLAGE CODE RELATING TO DOGS IN PUBLIC PARKS
Mr. Knight reported that at its 4/14/09 meeting, the Recreation Advisory Board recommended
• Council allow dogs in Village parks as long as they are leashed and picked up after. Mr. Knight
noted that current code allows dogs in only those areas set aside for use as a dog park.
Discussion ensued on enforcement. Mr. Knight reported on plans to assign a police service aide
to patrol Village parks and enforce regulations.
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REEVALUATION OF VILLAGE CODE RELATING TO DOGS 1N PUBLIC PARKS continued
• Council consensus was to allow dogs in all parks provided they are leashed, with the exception
that in Anchorage Park, dogs would be allowed only in the dog park area. Further, Council
stipulated that dogs are not to be allowed in the playground area of any park, and directed that
appropriate signage be erected and bag dispensers and waste receptacles be installed for the
disposal of dog waste. This item was moved to the next Regular Session agenda.
APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL PERMIT FOR SIMILAR USE -CARS FROM DREAMS, LLC
Discussion was held concerning an application by Cars from Dreams, LLC for a Special Use
Permit to allow Internet sales of vintage and antique vehicles as a similar use in the C-3 Regional
Business zoning district.
Mr. Knight advised the proposed use is similar to general retail sales with indoor display, which
is a permitted use in the C-3 Regional Business zoning district. Mr. Knight noted that no
outdoor storage or display of vehicles will be allowed, no repairs, service, or painting of vehicles
conducted onsite, and no exterior signage. Mr. Knight advised the Business Tax Receipt would
be based on the inventory value.
Attorney Larry Smith was present representing the property owner, Village Shoppes at U.S. 1, LLC.
Mr. Smith stated the property owner supports the application by Cars from Dreams, LLC and
agrees to all the recommended conditions. Mr. Smith stated that no additional parking will be
required. Mr. Smith advised that Cars from Dreams, LLC is required by the Department of
Motor Vehicles to operate its dealership in premises separate from the address of the museum
where the cars are located (133 U.S. Highway l.) Mr. Smith clarified that Ari Meltzer, President
of Cars from Dreams, LLC, is the dealer/applicant; however, the property owner must be the
applicant for the special permit.
Discussion ensued on the location of the cars being sold. Mr. Smith noted that some of the cars
being sold are in Mr. Staluppi's museum and some are at other locations. It was requested that
staff ensure that sales from the museum do not violate any Village ordinance. Mr. Smith advised
that dealership activities would be conducted in the business office at 119 U.S. Highway 1,
which is in the location of the former Gelato Cafe.
It was requested that the permit specify where car delivery and pickup will occur, in order to
ensure that adjoining businesses, as well as neighboring properties in the Town of Lake Park are
not adversely impacted.
Council consensus was to move this item to an upcoming Regular Session agenda.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
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Melissa Teal, CMC, Vil age Clerk