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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-12-2025 VC REG-MPresent: ROLL CALL MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION VILLAGE COUNCIL OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA JUNE 12, 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. All members of staff were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Vice Mayor Interlandi led the public in the Pledge. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Minutes of the Regular Session held May 8, 2025 and the Minutes of the Regular Session held May 22, 2025 were approved as written. STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC Pam Cinilia, 640 Lighthouse Drive, inquired about meeting information in the Village newsletter. Ms. Cinilia thanked Councilmembers Puyol and Interlandi for having an open discussion regarding her concerns with the design and development of the Lighthouse Drive Bridge. Ms. Cinilia thanked Mr. Huff for also addressing her questions and concerns. Ms. Cinilia provided an additional list of questions for Councilmembers and expressed her concerns regarding the proposed design and traffic on the Lighthouse Drive Bridge. Mary Phillips, 525 Ebbtide Drive, spoke on behalf of the Environmental Committee and reported that an heirloom tree was cut down at the comer of Anchorage Drive and Lighthouse Drive. Ms. Phillips asked that the proposed tree preservation ordinance be brought forward to Council for consideration. Daniel Higgins, 106 Atlantic Road, expressed his concerns regarding e-bikes traveling through Lakeside Park. Mr. Higgins asked that enforcement be considered for safety reasons. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held June 12, 2025 Page 2 of 8 STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC continued Karen Caskey, 641 Lighthouse Drive, discussed the proposed design of the Lighthouse Drive bridge and gave recommendations for traffic calming. Ms. Caskey recommended that the Village Police Department provide safe driving classes. John Samadi, 512 Marlin Road, expressed his concerns regarding traffic control on roadways throughout the Village. Mr. Samadi also expressed his concerns regarding Council regulating free speech and not tolerating disagreements during Council meetings. Mayor Searcy recommended having a workshop regarding regulations for e-bikes. Council came to consensus to have a future workshop regarding regulating e-bikes within the Village. Discussion ensued between Councilmembers, Mr. Rubin and Chief Coliskey regarding signage and regulations on e-bikes. Vice Mayor Interlandi asked for the status of the tree preservation ordinance. Mr. Rubin stated that a draft of the ordinance was just forwarded to him that day and that a proposed ordinance would be coming forward to a Council meeting in the near future. Vice Mayor Interlandi asked for an update on the workshop for the Lighthouse Drive Bridge design. Mr. Huff and Mayor Searcy gave an update stating that the plan was to have the workshop at the next scheduled Council meeting contingent upon getting confirmation that consultants from 2GHO and the bridge engineers would be able to attend the workshop. Vice Mayor Interlandi asked that once confirmation was received that the public be notified of the workshop. Councilmember Bickel addressed Ms. Cinilia's comment regarding the Village newsletter stating that some information may be left out of the newsletters due to the fact that the newsletter must be sent for printing far in advance and the news may not be the most current. Councilmember Bickel recommended that Ms. Cinilia read the online E-newsletters for the most current information. Vice Mayor Interlandi recommended placing an item on the agenda for Council response to public comments. Mayor Searcy stated that Vice Mayor Interlandi's recommendation could be discussed during the workshop on Public Participation Rules and Procedures at the end of the meeting. CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED Councilmember Bickel moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Vice Mayor Interlandi seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. The following items were approved: Receive for file Minutes of the Library Advisory Board meeting held 4/22/25. Receive for file Minutes of the Waterways Board meeting held 4/22/25. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held June 12, 2025 Page 3 of 8 CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED continued Receive for file Minutes of the Environmental Committee meetings held 4/7/25 and 5/5/25. Receive for file Minutes of the Planning, Zoning, and Adjustment Board meeting held 5/6/25. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS PUBLIC HEARING AND 2ND READING OF ORDINANCE 2025-10 - CODE AMENDMENT — CT TRANSITIONAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT A motion was made by President Pro Tem Garrison and seconded by Councilmember Puyol to adopt and enact on second reading Ordinance 2025-10 entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING APPENDIX C (CHAPTER 45), "ZONING," OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY AMENDING ARTICLE III, "DISTRICT REGULATIONS," SECTION 45-32.1, "C-T TRANSITIONAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT," TO ADOPT A NEW TABLE OF USES; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Lance Lilly with Chen Moore & Associates explained that the purpose of the ordinance was to amend the CT -Transitional Commercial Zoning District code to adopt a new table of uses. There was a workshop regarding the ordinance at the May 8th Council meeting and the proposed ordinance was passed on first reading at the May 22nd Council meeting. There were no revisions to the ordinance since the first reading. Mayor Searcy opened the Public Hearing. There being no comments from the public, Mayor Searcy closed the Public Hearing. Councilmember Bickel expressed that she was not content with including a certain parcel on Prosperity Farms Road in the CT Transitional Commercial District zone. Thereafter, the motion to adopt and enact on second reading Ordinance 2025-10 passed unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING AND 2ND READING OF ORDINANCE 2025-11 — EAR COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS AND UPDATED WA I ER SUPPLY FACILITIES WORK PLAN A motion was made by Councilmember Puyol and seconded by Vice Mayor Interlandi to adopt and enact on second reading Ordinance 2025-11 entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO IMPLEMENT ITS EVALUATION AND APPRAISAL REPORT; ADOPTING A NEW INTRODUCTION SECTION AND EVALUATING AND MONITORING SECTION; AMENDING THE FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT, THE CONSERVATION ELEMENT, THE COASTAL MANAGEMENT ELEMENT, THE RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT, THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held June 12, 2025 Page 4 of 8 PUBLIC HEARING AND 2ND READING OF ORDINANCE 2025-11 — EAR COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS AND UPDATED WA l ER SUPPLY FACILITIES WORK PLAN continued COORDINATION ELEMENT, THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ELEMENT, THE INFRASTRUCTURE ELEMENT, THE HOUSING ELEMENT, THE ANNEXATION ELEMENT, AND THE PROPERTY RIGHTS ELEMENT; ADOPTING A REVISED AND UPDATED WATER SUPPLY FACILITIES WORK PLAN; PROVIDING FOR TRANSMITTAL; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Lance Lilly with Chen Moore & Associates thanked Council for their input stating that discussions and the preparation of an Evaluation and Appraisal Review (EAR) -based amendment to the Village's Comprehensive Plan began in January of 2024. The amendment was structured around four (4) thematic sections and would update the existing Goals, Objectives, and Policies (GOP's) as well as the Data and Analysis (D&A). The four (4) thematic sections were as follows: • People and Places (Future Land Use, Annexation, Housing) • Well -Maintained and Efficient Infrastructure (Transportation, Capital Improvement, Infrastructure) • Attractive and Environmentally Friendly Community (Conservation, Coastal Management, Recreation and Open Space) • Responsible and Accessible Government (Intergovernmental Coordination, Property Rights, Evaluation and Monitoring) The ordinance passed on first reading on November 7, 2024 and was subsequently sent to the state for comments. On January 17, 2025, the Department of Commerce issued the Objections, Recommendations, and Comments (ORC) Report to the Village. There was one (1) objection in the report. In addition, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), and the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) and Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council (TCRPC) also submitted comments and recommendations. Based on discussions between Village consultants and Stephanie Heidt of TCRPC, the amendment was revised to incorporate applicable feedback. The Village had a courtesy review with the Department of Commerce on May 15, 2025. The final documents considered for adoption incorporate changes responding to the OCR report. Florida Statutes require the Village to transmit the full amendment package along with supporting data and analysis to the Florida Department of Commerce within ten (10) working days after the adoption hearing. Mayor Searcy opened the Public Hearing. There being no comments from the public, Mayor Searcy closed the Public Hearing. Mayor Searcy asked Mr. Lilly to explain the objection that was found in the ORC Report. Mr. Lilly, stated that according to Florida Statutes, the Comprehensive Plan must address a ten (10) year and a twenty (20) year horizon. The Village's current plan only addressed a twenty (20) year horizon. The state asked that a ten (10) year horizon be overtly specified in the plan. Discussion, questions and answers ensued between Councilmembers and Mr. Lilly regarding the amendments and updated Water Supply Plan. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held June 12, 2025 Page 5 of 8 PUBLIC HEARING AND 2M' READING OF ORDINANCE 2025-11 — EAR COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS AND UPDATED WA lER SUPPLY FACILITIES WORK PLAN continued Council requested and were in agreement that Mr. Lilly provide a presentation at a future Council meeting to explain the amendments that were made to the Comprehensive Plan. Thereafter, the motion to adopt and enact on second reading Ordinance 2025-11 passed unanimously. RESOLUTION 2025-21 FISCAL YEAR 2025 BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER FOR MISCELLANEOUS LANDSCAPING AND GROUNDS MAINTENANCE SERVICES A motion was made by Councilmember Bickel and seconded by Vice Mayor Interlandi to adopt Resolution 2025-21 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA INCREASING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025 BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER WITH PRECISION LANDSCAPE COMPANY OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, INC. FOR MISCELLANEOUS LANDSCAPING AND GROUNDS MAINTENANCE SERVICES FROM $100,000 TO $200,000; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Huff explained that the purpose of the resolution was to increase the blanket purchase order from $100,000 to $200,000 with Precision Landscape Company to provide miscellaneous landscaping and grounds maintenance services. Vice Mayor Interlandi asked why there needed to be an increase in the blanket purchase order. Mr. Huff explained that there were unexpected or unanticipated landscaping and grounds expenses that come up from time to time. Mr. Huff used the example of a vehicle hitting a tree that needs to be cleaned up by Precision Landscaping as an unanticipated expense. Lightning hitting a tree on the golf course would be another example. Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2025-21 passed unanimously. RESOLUTION 2025-22 NORTH PALM BEACH COUNTRY CLUB WASH PLANT A motion was made by Councilmember Bickel and seconded by Vice Mayor Interlandi to adopt Resolution 2025-22 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING A BID PROPOSAL FROM AHRENS ENTERPRISES, INC. D/B/A AHRENS COMPANIES FOR THE NORTH PALM BEACH COUNTRY CLUB WASH PLANT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SUCH SERVICES; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Facilities Manager James Anthony discussed and explained the purpose of the proposed construction of a Golf Course Wash Plant Facility. Mr. Anthony explained that an Invitation to Bid was issued and the Village received ten (10) bid proposals. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held June 12, 2025 Page 6 of 8 RESOLUTION 2025-22 NORTH PALM BEACH COUNTRY CLUB WASH PLANT continued The lowest bid submitted by X10 Construction was found to be non -conforming and as a result the next lowest conforming bid from Ahrens Enterprises, Inc. was recommended for award. Mr. Anthony discussed and explained the necessity for a wash plant at the Country Club. Discussion ensued between Councilmember Puyol and Mr. Anthony regarding the bid recommendation and why the lowest bidder was not recommended, and the cost and construction of the proposed wash plant. Discussion ensued between Councilmembers and Mr. Anthony regarding the bid recommendation and why the lowest bidder was not recommended, and the cost and construction of the proposed wash plant. Russ Beverstein, 415 U.S. Highway 1, #210, stated that the wash plant was a necessity and recommended that Council approve the resolution. Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2025-22 passed unanimously. RESOLUTION 2025-23 PORTABLE GENERATOR PURCHASE A motion was made by Councilmember Puyol and seconded by Councilmember Bickel to adopt Resolution 2025-23 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF A PORTABLE GENERATOR FROM GENSET SERVICES, INC. PURSUANT TO PRICING ESTABLISHED IN AN EXISTING SOURCEWELL CONTRACT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Anthony discussed and explained the necessity for the purchase of a portable emergency generator to maintain power at Village facilities when there are outages. Discussion ensued between Councilmembers and Mr. Anthony regarding the size, cost and use of the portable generator. Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2025-23 passed unanimously. MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS NPB University —"Know Your Department — Parks & Recreation, Library Library Director Julie Morrell began the presentation and reviewed the Library's Mission Statement, Organizational Structure, Department Highlights, Goals and Objectives, Completed Projects, Current and Upcoming Projects and the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund Budget Summary. Parks and Recreation Director Ashley Shipman continued the presentation by reviewing the Parks and Recreation Department's Mission Statement, Organizational Structure, Department Highlights, Committees, Clubs and Board Partnerships, Department Highlights: Who We Serve, Department Highlights: What We Have, Goals and Objectives, Completed Projects, Upcoming Projects and the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund Budget Summary. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held June 12, 2025 MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS continued Public Participation Rules and Procedures Page 7 of 8 Mr. Rubin explained that Florida Statutes require the Village Council to give members of the public a reasonable opportunity to be heard on a proposition before the Council subject to rules or policies adopted by the Council. The Florida Statutes provides that such rules and policies are limited to those that provided guidelines regarding the amount of time an individual has to address the Council, prescribe procedures for allowing representatives of groups to address the Council, prescribe procedures or forms for an individual to use in order to inform the Council of a desire to be heard or indicate his or her position on a proposition before Council and to designate a specific time period for public comment. Mr. Rubin further explained that the Florida Statute also gives Council the right to regulate decorum. Numerous court decisions have upheld the right of legislative bodies to regulate decorum at public meetings, ruling that meetings of legislative bodies are limited public forums, thereby allowing the legislative body to enact content -based restrictions on free speech so long as they are reasonable, applied in a consistent manner, and viewpoint neutral. Members of the public do not have the unrestricted right to free speech at Village Council meetings, and the Council may enact rules regulating the behavior of participants to ensure that it meets are conducted in an orderly and efficient manner. Mr. Rubin stated that he provided an example of the Town Juno Beach's Public Participation and Decorum Rules and Policies in the agenda backup materials. Mr. Rubin stated that Village Clerk Jessica Green also provided examples of Public Participation and Decorum Rules and Policies from other municipalities in the agenda backup. Councilmember Puyol asked if the decorum rules of civility be added to the public comment cards and be signed by the commenter. If the commenter does not abide by the rules, the police could escort them out of the meeting. Mr. Rubin explained it is generally the Mayor's task to preside over the meeting and to warn those who are not conducting themselves according to the decorum rules. The Florida Statutes allows for the person to be removed from the meeting. Councilmember Bickel stated that she wanted the policy to reflect that the public receives three (3) minutes to comment on agenda items at the beginning of the meeting regardless of the number of topics. Councilmember Bickel asked that it be clear that letters are no longer read into the record at Council meetings. Mr. Rubin stated that the Town of Juno Beach was considering setting aside time in their meetings to respond to public comment. Mayor Searcy expressed her concerns with providing an expectation that all public comments would be addressed. Discussion ensued between Councilmembers, Mr. Rubin and Mrs. Green regarding what to include in the proposed Public Participation and Decorum Rules and Policies that would be brought back for consideration at a future Council meeting. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held June 12, 2025 Page 8 of 8 MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS continued Councilmember Puyol mentioned a letter that Council received from a resident regarding unleashed dogs at Lakeside Park. Chief Coliskey stated that residents should call the Police Department's non -emergency number when encountering dogs off leash at Lakeside Park. Discussion ensued between Councilmembers regarding enforcement of the rules regarding unleashed dogs at the parks. Council agreed that signage should be updated at the parks and education regarding the requirements for dog leashing pushed out to residents by the Communications Department. Councilmember Puyol expressed his concerns regarding the community park at the Prosperity Village development. Discussion ensued between Councilmembers regarding the community park at the Prosperity Village development. Councilmember Puyol stated that the tile in the Country Club pool was in need of restoration. Councilmember Puyol discussed the power lines at the proposed 200 Yacht Club Drive project. Mr. Rubin stated that the proposed project was revised and tabled by the Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board contingent upon an FPL consultant providing an impact estimate for the proposed project. Discussion ensued between Councilmembers regarding dates of Council meetings in July and when Councilmembers would be out of town. VILLAGE MANAGER MATTERS/REPORTS Request for Attorney Client Session — Michael A. Bozzuto and NP Management v. Village of North Palm Beach — Case No. 50-2024-CA002377-XXXA-MB Council came to consensus to have an Attorney Client Session before the Regular Council meeting on June 26, 2025. The Session would begin at 5:15 p.m. and would last for approximately thirty (30) minutes. The Regular Council meeting would then begin at its regular time at 6 p.m. Mr. Huff stated that he would be out of town from June 25th through July 8th and that Deputy Village Manager Samia Janjua would attend the June 26th Council meeting on his behalf. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:28 p.m. a Green, MMC, Village Clerk