08-12-2009 VC SP-MMINUTES OF THE SPECIAL SESSION
VILLAGE COUNCIL OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
• AUGUST 12, 2009
Present: 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
Melissa Teal, CMC, Village Clerk
ROLL CALL
Mayor Norris called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. All members of Council were present, except
Councilman Hernacki, who arrived at 7:04 p.m. All members of staff were present, except the
Village Attorney.
RESOLUTION -TENNIS CENTER LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION IMPROVEMENTS
Councilman Eissey moved that Resolution 2009-45 entitled
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF GOODS AND SERVICES FROM
INTERNATIONAL GOLF MAINTENANCE, INC. FOR THE INSTALLATION OF SOD,
LANDSCAPE MATERIALS AND IRRIGATION IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE NEW TENNIS
CENTER; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE
be adopted. Vice Mayor Manuel seconded the motion.
Mr. Knight reviewed the landscape plans and front elevation drawing prepared by Landscape Architect
Buzz Jaskela for the new tennis facility. Discussion ensued on using native plants and xeriscape plant
material. Mr. Knight noted that the plant materials specified mirror the landscaping used in front of
the clubhouse building. It was suggested that fishtail palms be used in place of areca palms to screen
the electrical panel. Mr. Knight distributed photos of fishtail palms and areca palms. Mr. Knight
reported that fishtail palms would cost approximately $40 more per tree than areca palms, and advised
that the budget for this project will cover the additional cost for fishtail palms. By consensus, Council
agreed to substitute fishtail palms in place of the specified areca palms, and authorized the Village
Manager to execute the change.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2009-45 passed unanimously.
VILLAGE COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS
Vice Mayor Manuel noted that the Florida League of Cities Conference begins tomorrow in Orlando.
VILLAGE MANAGER MATTERS/REPORTS
• Mr. Knight reported a change order to the contract with Fast-Dry Courts, Inc. in the amount of $5,000
for painting and other work related to the court rebuilding project at the Country Club. Mr. Knight
advised that rebuilding of all the tennis courts has been completed and only a few items are needed to
complete the project. Brief discussion ensued on the construction status and grand opening of the new
tennis center.
Minutes of Village Council Special Session held August 12, 2009
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Mr. Knight announced that the Village has received a $31,500 grant from the Florida Department of
State Library and Archives.
• Mr. Knight reported receipt of $500,000 in reimbursement funds through the FDOT Transportation
Enhancement Program grant for Anchorage Park. Mr. Knight noted grants funds received to date for
the improvements at Anchorage Park total $1,696,770, with one $200,000 grant still pending.
Mr. Knight advised that pursuant to grant requirements, the Village must erect a permanent sign at
Anchorage Park that lists all entities who provided funds for the improvements. Mr. Knight noted that
the dedication plaques at other Village facilities list Council and staff. Council consensus was to list
administration in addition to Council on the Anchorage Park sign. Mr. Knight reported that signage
will be similar to the Valente memorial at the Community Center, with a wall and two bronze plaques.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned at 7:21 p.m.
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Melissa eal, CMC, Village Clerk
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