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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-10-2025 VC REG-MPresent: ROLL CALL MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION VILLAGE COUNCIL OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 10, 2025 Deborah Searcy, Mayor Lisa Interlandi, Vice Mayor Kristin Garrison, President Pro Tem Susan Bickel, Councilmember Orlando Puyol, Councilmember Chuck Huff, Village Manager Len Rubin, Village Attorney Jessica Green, Village Clerk Mayor Searcy called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. All members of Council were present. President Garrison was in attendance by electronic means through the Zoom meetings platform. All members of staff were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Vice Mayor Interlandi led the public in the Pledge. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION Mayor Searcy read a proclamation for Water Conservation Month. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Minutes of the Regular Session held February 27, 2025 and the Minutes of the Regular Session held March 13, 2025 were approved as written. STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC Mary Phillips, 525 Ebbtide Drive, announced that there will be a speaker regarding water conservation on Saturday, April 19th at 10 a.m. at the Country Club. Ms. Phillips also announced that on Saturday, April 12th beginning at 10 a.m., the Environmental Committee would be deploying 100 vertical oyster gardens in Anchorage Park at the marina and piers. Vertical oyster gardens will be given to residents. Ms. Phillips announced that a Fishing Clinic event that will be sponsored by Fish Florida would also take place at Anchorage Park on April 12th George Alger, 408 Ebbtide Drive, stated that Fish Florida had donated fishing equipment for children ages 5 through 13. Lott Brothers was also donating someone to teach fishing to the children. On behalf of the Waterways Advisory Board, Mr. Alger stated that the Waterways Board Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held April 10, 2025 Page 2 of 10 STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC continued voted to have an Oyster Event and stated that in conjunction with the Environmental Committee and Recreation Advisory Board will bring back a recommendation for the event to Council. Bill Rose, 36 Yacht Club Drive, expressed his concerns regarding the music that was performed at the Heritage Day Festival. Chris Ryder, 118 Dory Road S, expressed his concerns regarding changes and safety at Anchorage Park due to the Dry Storage Project. George Alger, 408 Ebbtide Drive, expressed his concerns regarding safety for children driving electric bikes and running stop signs. CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED Item 4 was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed on the Regular Agenda. Thereafter, the Consent agenda, as amended was approved unanimously. The following items were approved: Receive for file Minutes of the Audit Committee meeting held 1/13/25. Receive for file Minutes of the Recreation Advisory Board meetings held 1/14/25 and 2/11/25. Receive for file Minutes of the Library Advisory Board meetings held 1/28/25 and 2/25/25. Receive for file Minutes of the Business Advisory Board meeting held 2/28/25. Receive for file Minutes of the Planning, Zoning, and Adjustment Board meetings held 2/4/25 and 3/4/25. Receive for file Minutes of the Environmental Committee held 3/3/25. MOTION approving a merit increase of 3% for the Village Manager based on the total score of each Councilmember's performance evaluations. Councilmember Bickel stated that Mr. Huff received four out of five evaluations from Council that were of good report. One Councilmember's evaluation differed significantly from the other four. Councilmember Bickel stated that she felt that a 3% raise was not sufficient based on the fact that 4 out of 5 Councilmembers evaluation scores were significantly higher than the one Councilmember's evaluation score. Vice Mayor Interlandi asked if Human Resources Director Jennifer Cain could advise on how to determine a merit percentage increase for Mr. Huff. Ms. Cain explained the merit calculation sheet that was used to determine Mr. Huffs percentage increase. Ms. Cain stated that the Village code states that the compensation of the Village Manager shall be fixed by the Village Council. Ms. Cain stated that it was customary to total the scores of all of the evaluations and bring forth a recommendation based on the percentage determined through the merit calculation sheet. A motion was made by Councilmember Bickel and seconded by Vice Mayor Interlandi to grant Mr. Huff a merit increase of 4%. Discussion ensued between Councilmembers regarding Mr. Huffs potential merit increase. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held April 10, 2025 Page 3 of 10 MOTION approving a merit increase of 3% for the Village Manager based on the total score of each Councilmember's performance evaluations. continued Thereafter, the motion to grant Mr. Huff a merit increase of 4% was approved 4 to 1 with Mayor Searcy, Vice Mayor Interlandi, President Pro Tem Garrison, and Councilmember Bickel voting aye and Councilmember Puyol voting nay. DECLARATION OF EX-PARTE COMMUNICATION Councilmember Bickel declared a voting conflict and recused herself from discussing and voting on Item #12 — Ordinance 2025-08 Major PUD Amendment to the Benjamin School. Vice Mayor Interlandi declared ex-parte communications with the representatives for the Major Planned Unit Development Amendment Benjamin School and representatives of the Village Place Planned Unit Development. Mayor Searcy declared ex-parte communications with the representatives for the Major Planned Unit Development Amendment Benjamin School and representatives of the Village Place Planned Unit Development. ORDINANCE 2025-07 - CODE AMENDMENT — BOARDS AND COMMITTEES A motion was made by Vice Mayor Interlandi and seconded by Councilmember Bickel to adopt on first reading Ordinance 2025-07 entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING ARTICLE I, "IN GENERAL," OF CHAPTER 2, "ADMINISTRATION," OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY AMENDING SECTION 2-1, "BOARDS AND COMMITTEES," TO MODIFY THE REQUIRED MEETING SCHEDULE AND ABSENTEE POLICY, ADD AN ANTI -NEPOTISM PROVISION, AND REQUIRE QUARTERLY REPORTS TO THE VILLAGE COUNCIL; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Rubin explained the purpose of the ordinance was to amend the Village Code related to Boards and Committees by adding a nepotism clause, requiring that all boards and committees schedule a meeting at least once each quarter (in lieu of monthly), with the exception of the Audit Committee which shall meet on an on -call basis. The absence policy was updated to require the removal of a member who misses two regular meetings within a twelve-month period for boards and committees meeting no more than quarterly, subject to the member's ability to appeal to the Village Manager. The threshold remains at three meetings for those boards and committees meeting monthly. The code was also revised to add a requirement that the chairperson of each board or committee make a report of the board or committee's activities to Village Council at a regularly scheduled meeting on a quarterly basis. Councilmember Puyol stated that all of the revisions to the boards and committees' code that were being proposed were important and that he was in support of them. Thereafter, the motion to adopt on first reading Ordinance 2025-07 passed unanimously. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held April 10, 2025 Page 4 of 10 ORDINANCE 2025-08 — MAJOR PUD AMENDMENT TO THE BENJAMIN SCHOOL A motion was made by Councilmember Puyol and seconded by Vice Mayor Interlandi to adopt on first reading Ordinance 2025-08 entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE BENJAMIN SCHOOL COMMERCIAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT TO ADD AN ADJACENT 0.93 ACRE PARCEL TO THE PUD AND EXTEND THE PICK-UP/DROP-OFF LOOP, DEMOLISH THE EXISTING ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE BUILDING AND CONSTRUCT A NEW ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE BUILDING, REMOVE THE UNCONSTRUCTED MAINTENANCE FACILITY FROM THE SITE PLAN, AND RECONSTRUCT A PORTION OF PARKING WITHIN THE MCLAREN ROAD RIGHT-OF- WAY; PROVIDING FOR CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Lance Lilly with Chen Moore & Associates introduced himself and began a presentation. Mr. Lilly discussed and explained the property details and location, request by the applicant, site plan, parking layout, existing and proposed architecture elevations, traffic circulation, landscape, waivers #1 and #2 and concluded the presentation by stating that at the April 1StPZAB, the Board recommended approval by a vote of 6 to 1, with the condition that the Applicant provide information addressing the impacts on drainage for McLaren Road caused by the additional impervious parking area within the right-of-way. If the Village decides to approve the subject application, Staff is recommending the following conditions of approval: • South Florida Water Management District approval prior to issuance of first building permit • PBC Health Department approval prior to issuance of first building permit • Unity of Control approved by Village Attorney and recorded prior to issuance of first building permit • Irrigation Plans to be submitted and approved by the Village prior to issuance of first building permit • Revocable License and Indemnification Agreement approved by the Village and recorded prior to issuance of first building permit Lentzy Jean-Louis of Urban Design Studio introduced himself and Mr. David Faus, Head of The Benjamin School introduced himself and gave a brief explanation and history of The Benjamin School and explained the intent of the request for the PUD Amendment. Mr. Jean-Louis began a presentation and discussed and explained the applicants request, Unity of Control, the Benjamin School's Commercial Planned Unit Development (CPUD) history, the bank parcel history, provide aerial views of the location of the property and presented pictures of the current site plan and proposed site plan. Mr. Jean-Louis continued by discussing the Revocable License and Indemnification Agreement, site data, the existing maintenance building approval, landscape waivers, landscape plan, proposed building foundation planting, the Baker Performing Arts Center Frontage, the Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board's approval and staff recommendation approval, fire truck movements, and existing/new pervious and impervious area. Discussion, questions and answers ensued between Councilmembers and representatives of Urban Design Studio and The Benjamin School during and after the presentation. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held April 10, 2025 Page 5 of 10 ORDINANCE 2025-08 — MAJOR PUD AMENDMENT TO THE BENJAMIN SCHOOL continued Thereafter, the motion to adopt on first reading Ordinance 2025-08 passed 4 to 0. PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE - CODE AMENDMENT — COUNTRY CLUB A motion was made by Councilmember Puyol and seconded by Vice Mayor Interlandi to adopt and enact on second reading Ordinance — Code Amendment — Country Club entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 9, "COUNTRY CLUB," OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY AMENDING SECTIONS 9-1 AND 9-2 OF ARTICLE I, "IN GENERAL," TO UPDATE THE GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO THE NORTH PALM BEACH COUNTRY CLUB AND THE ENFORCEMENT THEREOF; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Rubin explained that the ordinance had passed on first reading at the March 13, 2025 Council meeting. The Village Council adopted the Ordinance on first reading subject to certain revisions that have been incorporated into the Ordinance. The changes included: • Amending Section 9-1(2) to prohibit the operation of motorcycles, dirt bikes, or all -terrain vehicles at the North Palm Beach Country Club, other than within designated parking areas; • Amending Section 9-1(2) to allow the operation of specified motorized or electric vehicles, as well as bicycles, skateboards, roller skates, strollers, and wagons, only on paths providing access to the Country Club clubhouse from the Golf Course Addition residential neighborhood or from the driving range, swimming pool, tennis center, or parking areas; • Allowing persons to be on the golf course one hour before sunrise and one hour after sunset each day (reverting to the original language); and • Authorizing the Village Manger to waive certain provisions during Village -sponsored special events at the Country Club, including, but not limited to, the Fourth of July and the Holiday Boat Parade. Vice Mayor Interlandi asked if the ordinance allowed individuals walking on foot to be on the golf course one hour before sunrise and one hour after sunset. Mr. Rubin explained that you can be physically present on foot only on the golf course and main paths one hour before sunrise and one hour after sunset. Mayor Searcy opened the public hearing. Leonard Jakkowski, 108 Lakeshore Drive, expressed his concerns with the proposed ordinance. Ryan Kadyszewski, 501 Overlook Drive, expressed his concerns with the proposed ordinance. There being no further comments from the public, Mayor Searcy closed the public hearing. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held April 10, 2025 Page 6 of 10 PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE - CODE AMENDMENT — COUNTRY CLUB continued Vice Mayor Interlandi recommended cameras on the golf course to assist with enforcing the proposed ordinance. Discussion ensued between Councilmembers, Mr. Rubin, Head Golf Professional Allan Bowman and Interim Police Chief Robert Coliskey regarding the intent and enforcement of the proposed ordinance. Councilmember Bickel recommended placing security cameras on the golf course and monitoring the situation before making a decision on the proposed ordinance. Council came to consensus to add security cameras to the golf course. Additional revisions were recommended by Councilmembers that Mr. Rubin took note of to include in the proposed ordinance. A motion was made by Councilmember Bickel and seconded Vice Mayor Interlandi to continue the second of reading Ordinance — Code Amendment — Country Club to the next Council meeting scheduled for April 24, 2025. Thereafter, the motion to continue the second reading of Ordinance — Code Amendment — Country Club passed unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE — VILLAGE PLACE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT A motion was made by Vice Mayor Interlandi and seconded by Councilmember Bickel to adopt and enact on second reading Ordinance — Village Place Planned Unit Development entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, CREATING THE VILLAGE PLACE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT WITHIN THE C-3 REGIONAL BUSINESS ZONING DISTRICT AND APPROVING A MASTER SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND MASTER PHASING PLAN ON 13.155 ACRES OF REAL PROPERTY LOCA I'ED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF PALMETTO DRIVE AND U.S. HIGHWAY ONE, AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED HEREIN; PROVIDING FOR DEVELOPMENT OF THE PROPERTY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PLANS AND THE CONDITIONS REFERENCED IN THIS ORDINANCE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Lilly discussed and explained the history of the proposed Village Place Planned Unit Development and gave an update on revisions that were made to the proposed project. Mr. Lilly indicated that if the ordinance was adopted there were several conditions in the ordinance that the developer would have to meet for approval and the developer would have to provide site plans for each phase of development. George Gentile of 2GHO introduced himself and discussed the proposed project. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held April 10, 2025 Page 7 of 10 PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE — VILLAGE PLACE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT continued Mayor Searcy opened the public hearing. Rita Budnyk, 804 Shore Drive expressed her concerns regarding the proposed Village Place Planned Unit Development. Chris Ryder, 118 Dory Road S, expressed his concerns regarding the proposed Village Place Planned Unit Development and code changes that took place in the Village that changed density requirements. Ron Okolichany, 417 Northlake Drive, expressed his concerns regarding the proposed Village Place Planned Unit Development. Kim Bichon, 100 Shore Court, expressed her support of the Village Place Planned Unit Development and thanked Council for their work. Mary Phillips, 525 Ebbtide Drive, stated that she supported development at the Twin City Mall site but did not support the proposed height and density of the Village Place Planned Unit Development. There being no further comments from the public, Mayor Searcy closed the public hearing. Councilmember Puyol stated that he did not support the project and would not vote for it. Vice Mayor Interlandi discussed and explained the proposed project and how it differed from the Nautilus in Lake Park. Vice Mayor Interlandi stated that Council needed to take action on the application that had been presented to them. Vice Mayor Interlandi recommended returning to the decision originally made by the Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board who recommended approving the project with the contingency of having a site plan before determining that the site plan provided enough public benefit to justify heights. Vice Mayor Interlandi recommended approving the Master Plan but to not vest in the height. Councilmember Bickel expressed her concerns regarding the proposed project and stated that she would not vote for it. Mayor Searcy discussed and explained the proposed project and how it compared to what was approved in the Village's 2016 Master Plan. Mayor Searcy stated that she was in support of the project. Mayor Searcy stated that half of Village residents live in multi -family homes and 20% of the land mass of the Village is medium and high density. If the proposed project were to be built to fourteen (14) stories, it would not be considered in the top five (5) highest of what is already built in the Village. Mayor Searcy stated that the proposed project is a true mixed use development and that traffic was coming to the Village and surrounding areas regardless. Mayor Searcy discussed the reasons for the Village needing to raise the millage rate and if nothing is done to raise the tax revenue, the millage rate would need to continue to increase. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held April 10, 2025 Page 8 of 10 PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE — VILLAGE PLACE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT continued President Pro Tem Garrison stated that she did not disagree with height at the proposed project's location. President Pro Tem Garrison stated that she did not believe that the developer has provided a trade-off relative to what Council has requested since their last Council meeting with the developer. President Pro Tem Garrison stated that it was Council's responsibility to ensure that what was being presented by the developer was in the best interests of the community. The applicant for the proposed project, Nadir Salour introduced himself and discussed the proposed project. Mr. Salour clarified that if the Master Plan were to be approved, the building of the project would not yet be started until a site plan was presented and approved. Mr. Salour stated that he believed that this was the 4`h Master Plan in his career and that he never done a Master Plan that did not have density and heights included and explained how the heights were interconnect to all aspect of the project which including parking and civic space. Mr. Salour stated that he needed clarification on what Council was not comfortable with in the Master Plan that was being presented. Discussion ensued between Mr. Salour and Councilmembers regarding the proposed project and the Master Plan. Vice Mayor Interlandi recessed the meeting at 8:51 p.m. Mayor Searcy reconvened the meeting at 8:56 p.m. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Interlandi and seconded by Councilmember Bickel to amend the Ordinance — Village Place Planned Unit Development back to the original version as it was presented on first reading on August 22, 2024 with an additional condition of including the site plan for phase one (1) within the next year or it would be brought back for reconsideration. Discussion ensued between Councilmembers and Mr. Rubin regarding amendments to the Ordinance presented for second reading and whether or not to adopt on second reading the Ordinance that was passed on first reading on August 22, 2024. Vice Mayor Interlandi and Councilmember Bickel withdrew the previous motion to amend the Ordinance. A motion was made by Councilmember Bickel and seconded by Vice Mayor Interlandi to amend the Ordinance — Village Place Planned Unit Development back to the original version of the Ordinance that was adopted on first reading on August 22, 2024 with the addition of a site plan submittal due within one (1) year. Mr. Salour began discussing the requirement of a site plan submittal within one (1) year stating that the one (1) year requirement was too short of a time frame. Discussion ensued between Councilmembers on the time frame to give Mr. Salour for a site plan submittal. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held April 10, 2025 Page 9 of 10 PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE — VILLAGE PLACE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT continued A motion was made by Councilmember Bickel and seconded by Vice Mayor Interlandi to amend the Ordinance — Village Place Planned Unit Development back to the original version of the Ordinance that was adopted on first reading on August 22, 2024 with the addition of a site plan submittal due within one (1) year subject to the Village Manager having the ability to extend up to six (6) months and if not submitted within 18 months, the item would have to return to Council for reconsideration. Thereafter, the motion passed unanimously. Thereafter, the motion to adopt and enact on second reading Ordinance — Village Place Planned Unit Development as amended passed unanimously. COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATION MATTERS Motion — Designation of voting delegate and alternates for the PBC League of Cities A motion was made by Vice Mayor Interlandi and seconded by Councilmember Bickel to designate Councilmember Puyol as voting delegate and Vice Mayor Interlandi as alternate voting delegate for the Palm Beach County League of Cities. MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS Mayor Searcy thanked everyone in the Village for the best Heritage Day Festival that she's attended. Mayor Searcy thanked staff for their hard work and residents for their participation. Mayor Searcy encouraged everyone to get their vertical oyster gardens at Anchorage Park on Saturday and for the children to participate in fishing lessons. Mayor Searcy encouraged residents to apply for the Village's Boards and Committees that have membership openings. Councilmember Bickel requested a discussion on setbacks on U.S. Highway 1 and a discussion on the possibility of granting additional heights to the condominiums located behind The Brass Ring Pub. Vice Mayor Interlandi requested that public comments be addressed by staff earlier in the Council meetings rather than at the end of the Council meetings. Director of Parks and Recreation Ashley Shipman addressed earlier public comment made regarding the music that was performed at the Heritage Day Festival stating that the concerns were addressed with the production manager of the group. Ms. Shipman gave updates on the Anchorage Dry Storage renovation. Interim Police Chief Rob Coliskey gave an update on educating schools and bike shops regarding e-bike and scooter safety. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held April 10, 2025 Page 10 of 10 MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS continued Discussion ensued between Interim Police Chief Coliskey, Mr. Rubin and Councilmembers regarding age requirements and safety for driving golf carts and e-bikes. Councilmember Puyol stated that he attended a workshop facilitated by Sheriff Rick Bradshaw regarding human trafficking. Councilmember Puyol provided statistics regarding human trafficking. Councilmember Puyol encouraged more education and awareness of the topic. President Pro Tem Garrison thanked Council for allowing her to participate electronically from North Carolina. President Pro Tem Garrison stated that he mother was out of the hospital and doing well. President Pro Tem Garrison gave special thanks to IT Director Michael Applegate for facilitating her electronic participation. Councilmember Bickel announced that Mr. Applegate's charity group of the Star Wars Storm Troopers won the best in the parade contest for the Heritage Day Festival. VILLAGE MANAGER MATTERS/REPORTS Mr. Huff stated that the Palm Beach North Education Foundation was requesting "Teacher of the Year" sponsors. Mr. Huff asked if Council would consider a Silver Sponsorship of $1000. Council came to consensus to provide a Silver Sponsorship donation of $1000 to Palm Beach North Education Foundation for their "Teacher of the Year" awards. Mr. Huff announced a "Meet the Chiefs" event to introduce future Chief of Police, Robert Coliskey and future Fire Chief Scott Freseman on April 16th at Anchorage Park from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Mr. Huff announced the two chiefs will be sworn in on May 2nd at the Country Club at 4 p.m. Interim Police Chief Coliskey gave an update on the recent CALEA accreditation for the Village's law enforcement officers. ADJOURNMENT There beingiirther business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:42 p.m. Jes is Green, MMC, Village Clerk FORM 8B MEMORANDUM OF VOTING CONFLICT FOR COUNTY, MUNICIPAL, AND OTHER LOCAL PUBLIC OFFICERS ,ST NAME —FIRST NAME —MIDDLE NAME Bickel, Susan MAILING ADDRESS 501 U.S. Highway 1 CITY North Palm Beach DATE ON WHIC VOTE OCCURRED LAib\25 COUNTY FL NAME OF BOARD, COUNCIL, COMMISSION, AUTHORITY, OR COMMITTEE Village Council of the Village of North Palm Beach THE BOARD, COUNCIL, COMMISSION, AUTHORITY OR COMMITTEE ON WHICH I SERVE IS A UNIT OF: CITY ❑COUNTY NAME OF POLITICAL SUBDIVISION: Village of North Palm Beach MY POSITION IS: WHO MUST FILE FORM 8B ❑ OTHER LOCALAGENCY I' ELECTIVE 0 APPOINTIVE This form is for use by any person serving at the county, city, or other local level of government on an appointed or elected board, council, commission, authority, or committee. It applies to members of advisory and non -advisory bodies who are presented with a voting conflict of interest under Section 112.3143, Florida Statutes. Your responsibilities under the law when faced with voting on a measure in which you have a conflict of interest will vary greatly depending on whether you hold an elective or appointive position. For this reason, please pay close attention to the instructions on this form before completing and filing the form. INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH SECTION 112.3143, FLORIDA STATUTES A person holding elective or appointive county, municipal, or other local public office MUST ABSTAIN from voting on a measure which would inure to his or her special private gain or loss. Each elected or appointed local officer also MUST ABSTAIN from knowingly voting on a measure which would inure to the special gain or loss of a principal (other than a government agency) by whom he or she is retained (including the parent, subsidiary, or sibling organization of a principal by which he or she is retained); to the special private gain or loss of a relative; or to the special private gain or loss of a business associate. Commissioners of community redevelopment agencies (CRAs) under Sec. 163.356 or 163.357, F.S., and officers of independent special tax districts elected on a one -acre, one -vote basis are not prohibited from voting in that capacity. For purposes of this law, a "relative" includes only the officer's father, mother, son, daughter, husband, wife, brother, sister, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, and daughter-in-law. A "business associate" means any person or entity engaged in or carrying on a business enterprise with the officer as a partner, joint venturer, coowner of property, or corporate shareholder (where the shares of the corporation are not listed on any national or regional stock exchange). ELECTED OFFICERS: In addition to abstaining from voting in the situations described above, you must disclose the conflict: PRIOR TO THE VOTE BEING TAKEN by publicly stating to the assembly the nature of your interest in the measure on which you are abstaining from voting; and WITHIN 15 DAYS AFTER THE VOTE OCCURS by completing and filing this form with the person responsible for recording the minutes of the meeting, who should incorporate the form in the minutes. APPOINTED OFFICERS: Although you must abstain from voting in the situations described above, you are not prohibited by Section 112.3143 from otherwise participating in these matters. However, you must disclose the nature of the conflict before making any attempt to influence the decision, whether orally or in writing and whether made by you or at your direction. IF YOU INTEND TO MAKE ANY ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT WHICH THE VOTE WILL BE TAKEN: You must complete and file this form (before making any attempt to influence the decision) with the person responsible for recording the minutes of the meeting, who will incorporate the form in the minutes. (Continued on page 2) CE FORM 8B - EFF. 11/2013 PAGE 1 Adopted by reference in Rule 34-7.010(1)(f), F.A.C. APPOINTED OFFICERS (continued) • A copy of the form must be provided immediately to the other members of the agency. • The form must be read publicly at the next meeting after the form is filed. IF YOU MAKE NO ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION EXCEPT BY DISCUSSION AT THE MEETING: • You must disclose orally the nature of your conflict in the measure before participating. • You must complete the form and file it within 15 days after the vote occurs with the person responsible for recording the minutes of the meeting, who must incorporate the form in the minutes. A copy of the form must be provided immediately to the other members of the agency, and the form must be read publicly at the next meeting after the form is filed. Susan Bickel DISCLOSURE OF LOCAL OFFICER'S INTEREST , hereby disclose that on (a) A measure came or will come before my agency which (check one or more) inured to my special private gain or loss; inured to the special gain or loss of my business associate, inured to the special gain or loss of my relative, inured to the special gain or loss of C�GrO whom I am retained; or inured to the special gain or loss of is the parent subsidiary, or sibling organization or subsidiary of a principal which has retained me. (b) The measure before my agency and the nature of my conflicting interest in the measure is as follows: ‹-A,C 202 S , by , which If disclosure of specific information would violate confidentiality or privilege pursuant to law or rules governing attorneys, a public officer, who is also an attorney, may comply with the disclosure requirements of this section by disclosing the nature of the interest in such a way as to provide the public with notice of the conflict. Date Filed Signature NOTICE: UNDER PROVISIONS OF FLORIDA STATUTES §112.317, A FAILURE TO MAKE ANY REQUIRED DISCLOSURE CONSTITUTES GROUNDS FOR AND MAY BE PUNISHED BY ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: IMPEACHMENT, REMOVAL OR SUSPENSION FROM OFFICE OR EMPLOYMENT, DEMOTION, REDUCTION IN SALARY, REPRIMAND, OR AL CIVIL PENALTY NOT TO EXCEED $10,000. CE FORM 8B - EFF. 11/2013 PAGE 2 Adopted by reference in Rule 34-7.010(1)(f), F.A.C.