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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-09-2026 VC REG-MPresent: ROLL CALL MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION VILLAGE COUNCIL OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA APRIL 9, 2026 Lisa Interlandi, Mayor Orlando Puyol, Vice Mayor Susan Bickel, President Pro Tem Deborah Searcy, Councilmember Chuck Huff, Village Manager Len Rubin, Village Attorney Jessica Green, Village Clerk Mayor Interlandi 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 Puyol led the public in the Pledge. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, AND MODIFICATIONS TO THE AGENDA Mayor Interlandi requested that a motion be added to appoint newly elected Councilmember Kendra Zellner to serve as Interim Councilmember until the official election results from the April 7, 2026 Runoff Election are received from the Supervisor of Elections. A motion was made by Councilmember Searcy and seconded by President Pro Tem Bickel to appoint Kendra Zellner as Interim Councilmember. Thereafter the motion passed unanimously. Village Clerk Jessica Green administered the Oath of Office to Kendra Zellner. Said oath is attached to the official Minutes or Record. Councilmember Zellner thanked the Village's residents for electing her to office. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION The spring Business of the Season Award was awarded to Draft House Bar & Grille. Mayor Interlandi read a proclamation for Water Conservation Month. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held April 9, 2026 APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Minutes of the Regular Session held March 26, 2026 were approved as written. STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC Page 2 of 6 Morgan Sheehan, Miss North Palm Beach USA, 113 Davit Drive, introduced herself and stated that she was reappointed as Miss North Palm Beach USA. Ms. Sheehan announced Earth Day taking place on April 25th at Bird Village located at the Community Center. Ms. Sheehan stated that she would be hosting the first Village of North Palm Beach Recycled Art Competition and encouraged residents to participate to win a $500 prize. Mayor Interlandi thanked and congratulated Miss North Palm Beach USA on her reappointment. CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED Vice Mayor Puyol moved to approve the Consent Agenda. President Pro Tem Bickel seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. The following items were approved: Resolution approving a Fifth Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement to establish the Municipal Public Safety Communications Consortium of Palm Beach County. Resolution accepting a proposal from BD Environmental Group, LLC for the installation of Cured in Place Pipe Liner at 68 Yacht Club Drive at a total cost of $59,950. ORDINANCE 2026-05 — CODE AMENDMENT —CONTROL OF ACCESS TO VILLAGE -OWNED, CONTROLLED. AND LEASED PROPERTY A motion was made by Vice Mayor Puyol and seconded by Councilmember Zellner to adopt on first reading Ordinance 2026-05 entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING ARTICLE I, "IN GENERAL," OF CHAPTER 19, "OFFENSES AND MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS," TO ADOPT A NEW SECTION 19-14, "CONTROL OF ACCESS TO VILLAGE -OWNED, CONTROLLED, AND LEASED PROPERTY," AND A NEW SECTION 19-15, "TRESPASS WARNINGS ON PUBLIC PROPERTY AND OTHER PROPERTY GENERALLY OPEN TO THE PUBLIC;" PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Rubin explained the proposed ordinance arose out of concerns from the Village Manager and Village staff regarding open access points to Village Hall and how they could legally control the access due to safety concerns for Village employees. Mr. Rubin explained that in order to regulate conduct in the Village's facilities, they have to be categorized. The Council Chambers and the Village Hall Conference room are designated as non-public forums unless and until a public meeting is convened pursuant to a public notice. Additionally, all Village employee work areas within Village Hall, the Village Library, the Public Safety Building, the Community Development Department offices, the Public Works building, the Community Center, and the Anchorage Park Activities Building are deemed nonpublic forums. Members of the public are prohibited from entering into Village employee work areas without being escorted by a Village employee. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held April 9, 2026 Page 3 of 6 ORDINANCE 2026-05 — CODE AMENDMENT —CONTROL OF ACCESS TO VILLAGE -OWNED, CON TROLLED, AND LEASED PROPERTY continued Mr. Rubin discussed and explained the restrictions set forth in the ordinance regarding video and sound recordings. Mr. Rubin discussed and explained the rules applicable to interior spaces and the method for the issuance of trespass warnings that would be adopted by the proposed ordinance. Mr. Rubin concluded by stating that the proposed ordinance was modeled after an ordinance that was legally upheld through the court system. John Samadi, 512 Marlin Road, expressed his concerns regarding the proposed ordinance. Councilmember Zellner expressed her support for the proposed ordinance stating that it was important to protect Village staff. Vice Mayor Puyol expressed his support for the proposed ordinance stating that the comfort and privacy of Village staff was important. President Pro Tem Bickel expressed her support for the proposed ordinance stating that it was simply intended to protect Village staff and not intended to infringe upon anyone's First Amendment rights. Councilmember Searcy expressed her support for the proposed ordinance stating that it would give the Village's Police Department the tools needed to protect the Village's employees. Mayor Interlandi expressed her support for the proposed ordinance. Thereafter, the motion to adopt on first reading Ordinance 2026-05 passed unanimously. RESOLUTION 2026-13 — CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE A motion was made by Vice Mayor Puyol and seconded by Councilmember Zellner to adopt Resolution 2026-13 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, CREATING A CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE TO CONDUCT A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF THE VILLAGE CHARTER AND RECOMMEND AMENDMENTS TO THE VILLAGE COUNCIL; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Rubin explained and discussed the intent, role and proposed composition of the Charter Review Committee. The role of the proposed Committee was to conduct a thorough and comprehensive review of the Village Charter and to recommend amendments for consideration by the Village Council, and if approved by the Council, submission to the electors. The proposed Committee would consist of seven (7) members and up to two alternates selected by Village Council. Each member appointed by the Council shall be a qualified elector and resident of the Village for at least one (1) year prior to appointment. In appointing members to the Committee, the Council shall, to the extent practicable, appoint members from each of the Village's different geographic areas and from different residential housing types; consider diversity of age residency length, and degree of civic involvement; and consider members with varied professional backgrounds. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held April 9, 2026 Page 4 of 6 RESOLUTION 2026-13 — CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE continued Mr. Rubin continued and explained the timeline necessary for the Committee in order to have sufficient time to place any proposed amendments to the Village Charter on the March 2027 general election ballot. Discussion ensued between Councilmembers regarding the composition of the proposed Charter Review Committee. Council recommended the following amendments to the resolution: • Remove alternate members and change to nine (9) members • Change residency requirement from one (1) year to three (3) years • Any Committee recommendation to the Village Council requires an affirmative vote of at least five (5) members Discussion ensued between Mr. Rubin and Councilmembers regarding the language regarding the intent in the resolution and how the candidates would be selected. A motion was made by Councilmember Searcy and seconded by Councilmember Zellner to amend the resolution to remove alternate members and change to nine (9) members, change the residency requirement from one (1) year to three (3) years and require that any Committee recommendation to Village Council requires an affirmative vote of at least five (5) members. Thereafter the motion passed unanimously. Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2026-13 as amended passed unanimously. Discussion ensued between Councilmembers regarding what information and questions to have on the Charter Review Committee application. Councilmembers requested that the application include the language of intent from the Charter Review Committee Resolution. COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATION MATTERS Designation of voting delegate and alternates for PBC League of Cities A motion was made by President Pro Tem Bickel and seconded by Councilmember Searcy to appoint Vice Mayor Puyol as voting delegate and all other Councilmembers as alternates for the Palm Beach County League of Cities. Thereafter the motion passed unanimously. MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS Country Club Parking and Tennis Expansion Mr. Huff began a discussion regarding the proposed Country Club Parking and Tennis Expansion. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held April 9, 2026 Page 5 of 6 Country Club Parking and Tennis Expansion continued Mr. Huff stated that Country Club General Manager Beth Davis, Country Club Advisory Board member David Norris and Audit Committee member Darryl Aubrey were present to answer questions. Mr. Huff stated that the proposed project was presented to both the Country Club Advisory Board and the Audit Committee and both were recommending that Council move forward with the proposed project. Mr. Huff reviewed the timeline of the proposed project's reviews and discussions regarding design and funding. Mr. Huff stated that staff was requesting final direction from Council. Mr. Huff presented a Phase 1 Country Club Parking Diagram and discussed and explained which locations of the project would be funded through the Enterprise Fund and through the General Fund. Councilmember Searcy expressed her opposition to using General Fund dollars to fund the proposed project at the Country Club. President Pro Tem Bickel stated that she would prefer that the General Fund not be used to fund the proposed project at the Country Club. Councilmember Zellner expressed her opposition to using General Fund dollars to fund the proposed project at the Country Club. Vice Mayor Puyol expressed his support for using General Fund dollars to fund the proposed project at the Country Club. Mayor Interlandi expressed her support for using General Fund dollars to fund the proposed project at the Country Club stating that the Country Club was an asset that should invested in for growth. Discussion ensued between Mr. Huff and Councilmembers regarding direction and funding for the proposed project at the Country Club. Mr. Huff requested a consensus from Council to move forward with the project and to work out the details of the funding once there is a more definitive cost. Council came to consensus to move forward with the proposed Country Club Parking and Tennis Expansion and to discuss funding once bid proposals are received and there is a more definitive cost for the project. Discussion ensued between Mr. Huff, Mr. Rubin and Councilmembers regarding Lessing's Group and their contribution of funds for various projects at the Country Club. MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS Mayor Interlandi asked Director of Parks and Recreation Ashley Shipman to give an update on upcoming events. Ms. Shipman gave updates regarding the Heritage Day Parade and Festival taking place April 10`h through April 12`h Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held April 9, 2026 Page 6 of 6 MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS continued Vice Mayor Puyol announced the men's and women's golf championships taking place at the Country Club over the weekend. Mayor Interlandi stated that the east alleyway wall looked amazing and was very pleased with the outcome. Mr. Huff gave a west side alleyway wall update. Mayor Interlandi stated that she met a scientist from Loggerhead Marine Center who informed her that vertical sponge gardens can also be used in conjunction with vertical oyster gardens to filter and clean the waterways. VILLAGE MANAGER MATTERS/REPORTS Mr. Huff gave an update on potential grant funding for a new Public Works facility. Mr. Huff congratulated Councilmember Zellner for winning the April 7, 2026 Village Runoff Election. ADJOURNMENT There being ner business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:39 p.m. Jessie Green, M , illage Clerk OATH OF OFFICE State of Florida County of Palm Beach Village of North Palm Beach ss. I, Kendra Zellner, do solemnly swear or affirm that I will support, protect, and defend the Constitution and Government of the United States and of the State of Florida; that I am duly qualified to hold office under the Constitution of the State, and that I will well and faithfully perform the duties of Councilmember on which I am now about to enter, so help me God. Sworn to and subscribed before me this 9th day of April, 2026, by Kendra Zellner, who is personally known to me. JESSICA J. GREEN Notary Public State of Florida Commit HH483482 Expires 3/7/2028 c-� J ss ca J. Green Notary P is — State of Florida My Commission Expires 3/7/2028 Commission #HH483482