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Home My WebLink About02-08-2024 VC REG-MPresent: ROLL CALL MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION VILLAGE COUNCIL OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA FEBRUARY 8, 2024 Susan Bickel, Mayor Deborah Searcy, Vice Mayor Judy Pierman, President Pro Tem Karen Marcus, Councilmember Samia Janjua, Deputy Village Manager Len Rubin, Village Attorney Jessica Green, Village Clerk Mayor Bickel called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. All members of Council were present. All members of staff were present. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Bickel gave the invocation and Vice Mayor Searcy led the public in the Pledge. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS AND MODIFICATIONS TO THE AGENDA Mayor Bickel asked that Items 11 and 12 be moved and heard after the Advisory Board applicant interviews under Statements from the Public. Council agreed to the modification of the agenda. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION Mayor Bickel presented a Proclamation for 211 Awareness Week to Patrice Schroeder, Communications Specialist for 211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast. Ms. Schroeder accepted the proclamation, expressed her gratitude to Council and gave a brief overview of the services that 211 provides to the community. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Minutes of the Regular Session held January 25, 2024 were approved as written. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held February 8, 2024 Page 2 of 5 STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC Mayor Bickel read into the record a public comment received from Patty Sullivan, 520 Fairwind Drive. In her comment Ms. Sullivan, on behalf of the Friends of the Library thanked everyone who purchased beverages from them at the Hot Cars and Chili event. Ms. Sullivan congratulated Village staff on a successful event. Ms. Sullivan thanked the community for donating and purchasing books from the Annual Book Sale. Ms. Sullivan announced that on February 10, Berry Fresh Restaurant would be donating 20% of a breakfast or lunch check to the Library if a Friends of the Library coupon is presented. The coupon could be obtained from the credenza at the back of Council Chambers or at the circulation desk in the Library. Mary Phillips, 525 Ebbtide Drive, recommended that Anchorage Park not be considered for the installation of new pickleball courts. Ms. Phillips asked that Council consider the Master Plan when making decisions on the proposed Twin City Mall Site project. Ron Okolichany, 417 Northlake Drive, read an excerpt from the Master Plan. Mr. Okolichany recommended that Council consider the Master Plan when making decisions on the proposed Twin City Mall Site project. Orlando Puyol, 149 Ebbtide Drive, discussed Twelve Oaks resident concerns related to the Village's waterways. Mr. Puyol also discussed and expressed his concerns regarding the proposed annexation and stormwater and canal dredging issues. Chris Ryder, 118 Dory Road S, stated that the Village should not allow anyone who is a registered lobbyist in the Village to sit on any Advisory Board or Committee or to be an elected or appointed official of the Village. Mr. Ryder discussed his concerns regarding the Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board agendas being amended or changed prior to the meetings. Mr. Ryder gave his recommendations on what items should be reviewed at the Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board meetings. Mr. Ryder continued by expressing concerns and giving recommendations regarding zoning code related to the proposed Twin Cities Mall site project. William Luzuriagga, 948 Dogwood Road, discussed resident concerns related to sporting and recreational activities for the youth within the Village. Mr. Luzuriagga stated that he would be committing himself to addressing those concerns. INTRODUCTION OF ADVISORY BOARD AND COMMITTEE APPLICANTS The following applicants were introduced to and interviewed by the Village Council: Darryl Aubrey - Audit Committee Edward Crawford - Waterways Board Chris Marchesani - Waterways Board Marty Domenech - Waterways Board Diane Wimbrow - Waterways Board RESOLUTION 2024-11 — AUDIT COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT A motion was made by Councilmember Marcus and seconded by Vice Mayor Searcy to adopt Resolution 2024-11 entitled: Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held February 8, 2024 Page 3 of 5 RESOLUTION 2024-11 — AUDIT COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT continued A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA APPOINTING A RESIDENT MEMBER TO THE AUDIT COMMITTEE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Darryl Aubrey was appointed by the Village Council to fill the vacancy on the Audit Committee and therefore his name was entered into Resolution 2024-11. Thereafter the motion to adopt Resolution 2024-11 passed unanimously. RESOLUTION 2024-12 — WATERWAYS ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENTS A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA APPOINTING RESIDENT MEMBERS TO THE WATERWAYS ADVISORY BOARD; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. By written ballots, the originals of which are attached to the minutes of record, the Council appointed members to the Waterways Board, as follows: Waterways Board: Marty Domenech and Diane Wimbrow Chris Ryder, 118 Dory Road, S stated that he believed that Mr. Edward Crawford would be an asset to the Waterways Board if appointed. Vice Mayor Searcy asked Field Operations Manager Marc Holloway to give an update on the activities of the Waterways Board and the issue that was raised concerning Twelve Oaks. Mr. Holloway gave an update, stated that he was in contact with the Florida Department of Transportation, and stated that he has provided his recommendations to them regarding the issues. Councilmember Marcus stated that the issue has been ongoing and recommended that Mr. Holloway contact Commissioner Marino's office who can give him the contact information of people who have been involved in the issue. The Council unanimously voted to adopt Resolution 2024-12 and therefore the names of Marty Domenech and Diane Wimbrow were entered into Resolution 2024-12. CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED Councilmember Marcus moved to approve the Consent Agenda. President Pro Tem Pierman seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. The following items were approved: Resolution approving a Contract with EMS Management Consultants, Inc. for Ambulance Billing Services at an estimated service cost not to exceed $25,000. Resolution approving the purchase of Police Department Radio Equipment and Accessories from Communications International, Inc. at a total cost of $43,840.36; and authorizing the Village Manager to take all actions necessary to effectuate the purchase. Receive for file Minutes of the Development Review Committee meeting held 11/8/23. Receive for file Minutes of the Business Advisory Board meeting held 12/19/23. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held February 8, 2024 Page 4 of 5 CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED continued Receive for file Minutes of the Library Advisory Board meeting held 11/28/23. Receive for file Minutes of the Golf Advisory Board meeting held 11/13/23. Receive for file Minutes of the Development Review Committee meeting held 1/10/23. No ex-parte communication was declared by Councilmembers for the following: PUBLIC HEARINGS AND QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE 2024-03 MAJOR PUD AMENDMENT A motion was made by Councilmember Marcus and seconded by Vice -Mayor Searcy to adopt and enact on second reading Ordinance 2024-03 entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2017-07 APPROVING A COMMERCIAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT ON APPROXIMATELY 2.72 ACRES OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF U.S. HIGHWAY ONE NORTH OF EBBTIDE DRIVE AND SOUTH OF LIGHTHOUSE DRIVE TO APPROVE AN ADDITIONAL 1 SIGN WAIVER FOR THE COMMERCIAL OUTPARCEL BUILDING; PROVIDING FOR ! CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DA 1'E. Mrs. Gardner -Young explained the purpose of the Major Planned Unit Development amendment and stated that the ordinance was passed on first reading at the last Council meeting. Mrs. Gardner - Young stated that staff was recommending approval. Mayor Bickel opened the public hearing on Ordinance 2024-03. John Samadi, 512 Marlin Road, stated that he believed that there were two different sets of rules and codes that were applied depending on the applicant. Mr. Samadi expressed his concerns regarding the matter. There being no further comments from the public, Mayor Bickel closed the public hearing. Thereafter, the motion to adopt and enact on second reading Ordinance 2024-03 passed unanimously. MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS Vice Mayor Searcy recommended revising the Village code to require mixed use along U.S. Highway 1. Mr. Rubin explained that the Comprehensive Plan would need to be amended. Councilmember Marcus recommended going back to Dover Kohl and asking them to provide a better definition for mixed use or pattern of development. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held February 8, 2024 Page 5 of 5 MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS continued Discussion ensued between Councilmembers, Mr. Rubin and Mrs. Gardner -Young regarding next steps for pursuing a revision to the Comprehensive Plan and the Village code regarding mixed -use development along U.S. Highway 1. Mayor Bickel recommended that once a fully sitting Council was elected, the Strategic Planning items be revisited wherein the Comprehensive Plan and Village code revisions could be discussed and prioritized. Mayor Bickel stated that she did not have an issue with proceeding on next steps for the revisions. Councilmember Marcus stated that the Environmental Committee had a presentation from the Health Department who indicated that state law was changed to allow counties and cities to ban smoking in their parks and other areas. The Environmental Committee unanimously endorsed the ban and requested that Council consider passing an ordinance to ban smoking in Village parks. Councilmember Marcus stated that Delray Beach has passed an ordinance to ban smoking in their parks and that she had a copy of the Delray Beach ordinance and the state law for staff to review in order to bring forward to Council for consideration. Councilmember Marcus recommended having the Audit Committee oversee the Village's budget during the budget process and to change the Audit Committee's name to Budget Oversight and Audit Committee. Councilmember Marcus announced that the Environmental Committee is having their speaker series on Saturday, February 17 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Country Club. A presentation will be given by FPL and coffee and a Danish pastry will be provided. Vice Mayor Searcy announced that the Beats and Eats event was also taking place on February 17 at Anchorage Park. President Pro Tem Pierman stated that she attended a Pension Board meeting, a Waterways Board meeting, and the District 1 Palm Beach County League of Cities meeting so that she could be informed of what is going on within the Village and the County. President Pro Tem Pierman stated that she was a former member of the Recreation Advisory Board. President Pro Tem Pierman stated that Village Boards and Committees were important and essential to the Village and encouraged residents to participate. President Pro Tem Pierman expressed that Village staff was also important and essential to keeping the Village running and making it what residents want it to be. President Pro Tem Pierman asked residents to be appreciative of those who are doing the work behind the scenes. VILLAGE MANAGER MATTERS/REPORTS Deputy Village Manager Samia Janjua announced that an informational meeting on annexation would be taking place at the Country Club on Monday, February 12 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. ADJOURNMENT There beinggfurther business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m. ica Gre‘ MMC, Village Clerk VILLAGE BOARDS AND COMMITTEES BALLOT February 8, 2024 1 Name (I=Incumbent) Crawford, Edward Domenech, Marty Marchesani, Chris Wimbrow, Diane 4-, WATERWAYS ADVISORY BOARD Mayor Bickel Vote for 2 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 * Applicants for Multiple Boards VILLAGE BOARDS AND COMMITTEES BALLOT February 8, 2024 7)J-1/ e'(/1=r Vice ayor Searg WATERWAYS ADVISORY BOARD Name (I=Incumbent) Vote for 2 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 * Applicants for Multiple Boards Crawford, Edward Domenech, Marty Marchesani, Chris Wimbrow, Diane VILLAGE BOARDS AND COMMITTEES BALLOT February 8, 2024 Name (I=Incumbent) Crawford, Edward Domenech, Marty Marchesani, Chris Wimbrow, Diane 2 )22 resident Pro Tem Pierman WATERWAYS ADVISORY BOARD Vote for 2 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 * Applicants for Multiple Boards li VILLAGE BOARDS AND COMMITTEES BALLOT February 8, 2024 Councilmember Marcus WATERWAYS ADVISORY BOARD Name (I=Incumbent) Vote for 2 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 * Applicants for Multiple Boards Crawford, Edward Domenech, Marty X‹ Marchesani, Chris Wimbrow, Diane FEBRUARY 8, 2024 VILLAGE BOARDS AND COMMITTEES TALLY SHEET Vill ttorney 0 Village Jerk WATERWAYS ADVISORY BOARD Name (I=Incumbent) Vote for 2 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 * Applicants for Multiple Boards Crawford, Edward 1 Domenech, Marty I I I Marchesani, Chris Wimbrow, Diane laI