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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-14-2026 VC REG-MMINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION VILLAGE COUNCIL OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA May 14, 2026 Present: Lisa Interlandi, Mayor Orlando Puyol, Vice Mayor Susan Bickel, President Pro Tern Deborah Searcy, Councilmember Kendra Zellner, Councilmember Chuck Huff, Village Manager Len Rubin, Village Attorney Marquetta Fells, Deputy Village Clerk ROLL CALL 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. ARDS AND RECOGNITION Mayor Interlandi read a proclamation for Public Works Week. Public Works Director Chad Girard thanked Council for the proclamation and their support. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Minutes of Regular Session held April 9, 2026 and April 23, 2026 were approved as written. STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC John Samadi 512 Marlin Rd. congratulated Public Works and thanked the Department for all that they were doing in the Village stating no other city or county does what the Village has been doing. Mr. Samadi expressed his disappointment and concerns regarding the reappointment process for Advisory Board and Committee members. Mr. Samadi expressed his concerns regarding heavy trucks going over the Lighthouse Bridge stating that he observed and took a video of a fully loaded Waste Management truck going over the bridge. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held May 14, 2026 Page 2 of 9 STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (cont'd) Vice Mayor Puyol addressed Mr. Samadi's concerns indicating how much weight the Lighthouse Bridge holds. Mayor Interlandi advised Mr. Samadi to forward the photo or video of the Waste Management truck to a member of Council and or Staff. Mr. Huff informed Vice Mayor Puyol he and Police Chief Coliskey have talked with officers monitoring the bridge. Mayor Interlandi asked Mr. Samadi to send the photo or video to Chuck and/or Village Staff so that they can contact Solid Waste Authority to assure understanding of the Village's rules. INTRODUCTION OF APPLICANTS TO BOARDS AND COMMITTEES - BUSINESS ADVISORY BOARD AND LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD The following applicants were introduced to the Village Council: Brenda Castrodad Roberta H. Jurney Erin Nettere The following applicants were unable to attend the meeting: Ronald K. Lantz Kirsten Davis David H. Talley Norma Mirsky Stephanie DiGangi John J. Rody Carolyn Kost RESOLUTION 2026-16 - APPOINTING MEMBERS TO THE BUSINESS ADVISORY BOARD AND LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD By written ballots, the originals of which are attached to the minutes of record, the Council appointed members to the Business Advisory Board and Library Advisory Board as follows: Business Advisory Board: Brenda Castrodad, Ronald K. Lantz, Erin Nettere. Library Advisory Board: Kirsten Davis, Stephanie DiGangi, Roberta H. Jurney. INTRODUCTION OF APPLICANTS TO BOARDS AND COMMITTEES - CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE Mayor Interlandi stated that Mrs. Grahm withdrew her application to join the Charter Review Committee and proposed accepting all 12 applicants to the Charter Review Committee. Councilmember Searcy proposed readvertising for applicants to see if anyone else may be interested in applying. Council discussion ensued. Mr. Rubin explained that if Council wished to appoint all 12 applicants, the Resolution that created the Charter Review Committee would need to be amended to allow for the appointment of 12 members instead of 9 members. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held May 14, 2026 Page 3 of 9 INTRODUCTION OF APPLICANTS TO BOARDS AND COMMITTEES - CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE (cont'd) Mr. Rubin stated that he would bring back the amended Resolution along with the Resolution that would name and appoint the 12 members to the next Council meeting for adoption. Mr. Rubin stated that the Council could make a motion to appoint 12 members to the Charter Review Committee for him to proceed in bringing back the two Resolutions for official approval. A motion was made by President Pro Tem Bickel and seconded by Vice Mayor Puyol to appoint all 12 applicants to the Charter Review Committee. Thereafter, the motion passed unanimously. Council asked Mr. Rubin to provide and explain the expectations as well as the next steps of the committee. Mr. Rubin provided the general process of reviewing the charter, stating that the first step was to schedule a meeting to provide the committee with an overview of municipal government charters and statues. At each meeting, the committee will review one section at a time and discuss potential amendments. Council discussion ensued. Mr. Rubin explained that the meetings will be public and treated as other advisory boards. Public Notices will be posted the meetings will be open to the Public, as well as Public Comment. Mr. Rubin stated that when the board elects a Chair and Vice Chair the Committee will decide if Public Comment would be at the beginning or the end of the meeting. Mr. Pizzaloto recommended a survey to gather input from residents regarding revisions to the Charter. Council discussion ensued. Council stated that residents would have to vote on all changes to the Village Charter that are suggested by the review committee. President Pro Tem Bickel and Mr. Rubin ensued in discussion confirming that the survey should be a decision made by the Charter Review Committee and that Council and the Committee are not to engage in conversation. REPORTS (SPECIAL COMMITTEES AND ADVISORY BOARDS) Francine Mantyh 655 Anchorage Dr. expressed thanks to Councilmember Searcy for attending the General Employees' Pension Board meeting. Ms. Mantyh discussed a future meeting in hopes of getting employee members to join the General Employees' Pension Board. Mr. Rubin explained that there were two (2) open employee seats, stating he has been in discussion with Bonnie Jenkins regarding potential revisions to the Village Code to provide potential solutions that would address the vacancies. Mary Phillips 525 Ebbtide Dr. stated that the Environmental Committee was in the process of deploying 80 VOG's that were built. Ms. Phillips thanked Vice Mayor Puyol for his assistance. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held May 14, 2026 Page 4 of 9 REPORTS (SPECIAL COMMITTEES AND ADVISORY BOARDS) (con!'d) Ms. Phillips informed residents that if they were interested in having VOG's (Vertical Oyster Gardens) installed at their home docks to contact the Environmental Committee. Ms. Phillips stated that VOG's would be an ongoing effort from the Environmental Committee. Councilmember Searcy inquired if the Condos were aware of the VOG's, Ms. Phillips proceeded to inform Council the condos were aware. Ms. Phillips stated Environmental Committee and Waterways Board members have access to their HOA. Vice Mayor Puyol ensued in discussion clarifying additional oyster shells were being dried at McArthur Park. Ms. Phillips discussed the manufacturing process with hopes of bringing the process in house. Council discussion ensued. Pat Friedman informed Council and the public of the opening of a new restaurant.," Eddie V's", stating the restaurant has several different types of oysters to help the Environmental Committee with the VOG's. Council discussion ensued. Mayor Interlandi thanked Vice Mayor Puyol for taking charge of assisting the Environmental Committee with making and deploying the VOG's. CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED Item II 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: Resolution approving the Sole Source purchase of bridge amenities for the U.S. Highway One Bridge Replacement Project over the Earman River from Green Theory at a total cost of $46,594.40; and authorizing the Village Manager to take all steps necessary to effectuate the purchase. Resolution approving an Agreement with Palm Beach County for the receipt of Emergency Medical Services Grant Funds and authorizing execution of the Agreement. Receive for file Minutes of the Library Advisory Board meeting held 1/27/26. Receive for file Minutes of the General Employees' Pension Board meeting held 2/3/26. Receive for file Minutes of the Environmental Committee meeting held 3/9/26. Receive for file Minutes of the Waterways Advisory Board meeting held 1/27/26. RESOLUTION 2026-20 FIFTH AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT FOR BUILDING DEPARTMENT SERVICES A motion was made by Vice Mayor Puyol and second by President Pro Tern Bickel to adopt Resolution 2026-20 entitled: Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held May 14, 2026 Page 5 of 9 RESOLUTION 2026-20 FIFTH AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT FOR BUILDING DEPARTMENT SERVICES (cont'd) A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA APPROVING A FIFTH AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT FOR BUILDING DEPARTMENT SERVICES WITH C.A.P. GOVERNMENT, INC. TO INCREASE THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF COMPENSATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026 AND AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE FIFTH AMENDMENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Village Manger Huff explained to Council due to the passing of a Building Inspector in the building department an increase was needed to assist with inspections. Mr. Huff also disclosed the increase would cover expenses to the end of the Fiscal Year that would allow the department to train a new Building Inspector. Mr. Huff stated that the department was now fully staffed. Vice Mayor Puyol confirmed that the department was frilly staffed. Vice Mayor Puyol stated that good news was coming from the department from contractors regarding turnaround time. Building Official Val Perez confirmed that the department was fully staffed. Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2026-20 passed unanimously. OTHER VILLAGE BUSINESS MATTERS RESOLUTION 2026-21 FISCAL YEAR 2026 BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER FOR MISCELLANEOUS LANDSCAPING AND GROUNDS MAINTENANCE SERVICES A motion was made by Vice Mayor Puyol and seconded by Councilmember Zellner to adopt Resolution 2026-21 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA INCREASING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER WITH YARD-NIQUE, INC. D/B/A PRECISION LANDSCAPE COMPANY FOR MISCELLANEOUS LANDSCAPING AND GROUNDS MAINTENANCE SERVICES FROM $100,000 TO $200,000; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Public Works Director Chad Ghirad explained that Precision Landscape was used throughout the Village for landscape maintenance services, including recovering oversized vegetation piles. Mr. Girard discussed the projects Precision has completed for the Village. Vice Mayor Puyol ensued in discussion by praising Mr. Girard for the success of the Fairhaven cul-de-sac project. Council ensued in discussing large piles of vegetation, stating that the Village should not be responsible for covering the large piles of vegetation that are left by residents. Mr. Huff stated the Village does not leave large piles of trash and vegetation on the roadway over the weekend. Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2026-21 passed unanimously. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held May 14, 2026 Page 6 of 9 RESOLUTION 2026-22 COMMUNITY CENTER PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT CCINTR ACT A motion was made by Councilmember Zellner and seconded by Councilmember Searcy to adopt resolution 2026-22 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA ACCEPTING A BID PROPOSAL FROM BOULDER CONSTRUCTION, LLC FOR THE COMMUNITY CENTER PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SUCH SERVICES; APPROVING A BUDGET AMENDMENT TO TRANSFER $236,307.00 FROM THE CAPITAL RESERVE ACCOUNT TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION - CONSTRUCTION AND MAJOR RENOVATION CAPITAL ACCOUNT TO FUND THE PROJECT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Public Works Director Chad Girard explained the bid process beginning with how many bids were accepted also providing the highest and lowest bid. Mr. Girard informed Council that the main goal was to preserve the trees in the parking lot, with assistance from an Advisory Board member who is a Landscape Architect and the contractor has an Arborist on their team. Council discussion ensued. Parks and Recreation Director Ashley Shipman ensued in discussion regarding the Community Center parking lot issues and resolutions. Councilmember Zellner made a request to replace any trees that were removed to improve the parking lot. Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2026-22 passed unanimously. VILLAGE MANAGER MATTERS/REPORTS Mr. Huff discussed the issues on Fairhaven Drive. Mr. Huff thanked staff for addressing the issue at a resident's home. Vice Mayor Puyol ensued in discussion. Mr. Huff thanked staff for hosting a great Centennial Celebration at the Country Club. Council discussion ensued. Council thanked and expressed appreciation to Lessing's Group for supporting the festivities. Council discussed all of the activities that occurred. Mr. Huff provided an overview of what to expect during the introduction of the NPB Insider Series that would be provided by Olivia Suarez, Communication Specialist, and informed Council that no decisions or actions would be made. Mrs. Suarez provided an overview of the NPB Insider Series also known as NPB University, stating it will provide an inside look in government for the current fiscal year, current, on -going, and future projects, and lastly the departments will explain their mid -year budget financials. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held May 14, 2026 Page 7 of 9 VILLAGE MANAGER MATTERS/REPORTS (cont'd) Mrs. Suarez concluded her explanation with an NPB Insider Series Schedule stating that Council will hear from Community Development and Public Works at tonight's meeting and Fire, Police, Library, Parks & Recreation and General Government will be presented at the next Council Meeting. Dodi Glas, Planning & Economic Director along with Val Perez, Building Official began discussing the divisions of the Community Development Department. Ms. Glas began the presentation with an overview of the two (2) divisions that make up the Community Development Department, which were the Building Division and the Planning & Zoning/Code Division. Mr. Perez and Ms. Glas provided an overview of each division's organizational chart providing brief details on each position. Ms. Glas provided a brief explanation on Code Compliance Division highlighting the Marine Code Officer. Councilmember Searcy inquired on the Marine Code Officers day-to-day tasks. Ms. Glas explained that the Marine Code Officer was not on the boat all day since he has other obligations to complete. Ms. Glas, also informed Council that the boat has been an on -going issue with hopes of resolving it during the next budget year. Ms. Glas began discussing the current year accomplishments by informing Council the department was fully staffed. Ms. Glas provided an overview of the accomplishments achieved by the department such as implementing the electronic system MGO, increasing Code Compliance, community outreach, and activating the marine patrol. Lastly, the department has the staff to review and address expired permits. Ms. Glas referenced the reminders to residents that are placed in the newsletter and on the website. Mr. Perez proceeded to discuss the department's accomplishments for the current year, beginning with explaining Virtual Inspections and their convenience for contractors and residents. Councilmember Searcy and Mr. Perez ensued in a discussion regarding the accuracy and liability of virtual inspections. Discussion ensued. Ms. Glas concluded with an overview of Looking Ahead at the department's future projects. Mr. Girard began the Public Works Department overview with an outline of the Organizational Structure of each division within the department. Mr. Girard informed Council on the mileage covered by the department and the manpower required; 43 center miles of road, 66 miles of sidewalk, and 66 miles of swale and explained the usage of contractors. Councilmember Searcy questioned Saturday employee staffing. Councilmember Searcy and Mr. Girard ensued in discussion. Mr. Girard provided Council with an overview of the department's Saturday schedule- 2-3 employees work Saturday overtime to cover the Commercial trash pick-up. Mr. Girard stated that Parks and Rec Director Ashley Shipman's Park Rangers also manage the trash cans at the parks. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held May 14, 2026 Page 8 of 9 VILLAGE MANAGER MATTERS/REPORTS (cons 'd) Mr. Girard led the discussion into providing a 6 -month highlight for each division beginning with Fleet. Mr. Girard provided totals for the amount gallons of fuel that have been consumed and the total number of fleet services completed. Councilmember Searcy, Mr. Girard and Mr. Huff ensued in discussion, discussing the anticipated amount of fuel to be consumed as well as pricing. Mr. Girard continued the presentation by providing an overview of the Solid Waste Division, providing the totals of how much garbage, vegetation, recycled paper and recycling that have been recovered. Mr. Girard expressed to Council the Solid Waste Division picks -up an average 3,000 pounds of trash per person on a garbage day (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday). Mr. Girard provided an overview of the Streets and Stormwater Division outlining the six (6) month totals of Swale Renovation, Stormwater Pipelined, Stormwater Pipe Cleaned, Sidewalk Replacements, and the new ADA Mats that have been installed. Mr. Girard began discussing the on -going projects within the Public Works Department. Mayor Interlandi and Council ensued in discussing the appearance of the East Alley Wall. Discussion continued regarding the on -going projects, detailing the drainage of the roadway. Mr. Girard provided an estimated time of completion for Marina Drive, discussing the construction of the Library HVAC providing an estimated time of completion by the end of May. Mr. Girard continued the discussion by providing updates on the upcoming Lighthouse Bridge Project and lastly providing an estimated time of completion for the Country Club Wash Plant. Mr. Girard discussed the Public Works Departments upcoming projects detailing on the upcoming Buoy Road project, Public Safety Generator, and Septic to Sewer and Draining Improvements. Mayor Interlandi and Mr. Girard ensued in discussion, questioning whether grants would be used to fund the Septic and Drainage Improvements. Mr. Girard concluded the presentation by discussing the department's mid -year budget. MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS Councilmember Zellner ensued in discussion by stating recycling makes an impact on the Solid Waste Budget with reimbursements being returned from the Solid Waste Authority. Mr. Girard provided details on the reimbursements received from the Solid Waste Authority. Council discussion ensued. Mr. Girard provided details on the cost of waste that is charged by the Solid Waste Authority. Councilmember Zellner requested to receive the quarterly letter from the Solid Waste Authority to include the amount of recyclable's collected by the Solid Waste Authority. Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held May 14, 2026 Page 9 of 9 MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS (cont'd) Councilmember Zellner informed Council and the public of upcoming meet and greet scheduled to connect with residents: June 3rd at 5:00 PM at Osbourne Park and June 10the 5:00 PM at Anchorage Park. Vice Mayor Puyol state that there was new seating at the bus stop on U.S. Highway 1. Vice Mayor Puyol stated that a previous resident and her son were very touched by the Vietnam memorial and the flags that were recently added. Vice Mayor Puyol stated that Mr. Huff will be the guest speaker at the Hurricane Huttle on May 19. Council discussion ensued. Vice Mayor Puyol discussed Prosperity Village stating that the fence and landscape should be removed and opened. Mayor Interlandi stated that the landscape plan was approved by the Village. Ms. Glas stated that the plans would be reviewed again and confirm that what was approved was installed. Councilmembers ensued in discussion regarding the Prosperity Village landscaping plan. Vice Mayor Puyol asked if a ship's wheel could be installed on Monet Rd. Mr. Rubin explained that the area was once owned by the County. Vice Mayor Puyol suggested adding more "No Wake Zone" signs. President Pro Tern Bickel asked for the speakers in the bathrooms to be checked since they no longer seemed to be working. Councilmember Searcy thanked staff for the Centennial Celebration ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m. CLv Mar uetta lls, Deputy Villa e Clerk May 14, 2026 VILLAGE BOARDS AND COMMITTEES TALLY SHEET Village Attorney L - .- Village Clerk BUSINESS ADVISORY BOARD Name I= Incumbent Vote for 3 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 * Applicants for Multiple Boards -as�od- al I / j Norma Mirsky (I) n Nettere h I l John J. Rody Jr. LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD Name 1= Incumbent Vote for 3 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 * Applicants for Multiple Boards -Kirsten 6av' f I { h�`ie DiGang�- I I ( { erta urne I t r Carolyn Kost (I) David H. Talley VILLAGE BOARDS AND COMMITTEES BALLOT May 14, 2026 Mayor Interlandi BUSINESS ADVISORY BOARD Name I= Incumbent Vote for 3 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 * Applicants for Multiple Boards Brenda Castrodad `— Ronald K. Lantz (I) Norma Mirsky (1) Erin Nettere John J. Rody Jr. LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD Name l=Incumbent Vote for 3 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 * Applicants for Multiple Boards Kirsten Davis Stephanie DiGangi (1) Roberta H. Jurney Carolyn Kost (I) David H. Talley VILLAGE BOARDS AND COMMITTEES BALLOT May 14, 2026 Vice Mayor Puyol BUSINESS ADVISORY BOARD Name I= Incumbent Vote for 3 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 * Applicants for Multiple Boards Brenda Castrodad A Ronald K. Lantz (I) Norma Mirsky (I) Erin Nettere John J. Rody Jr. LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD Name 1=Incumbent Vote for 3 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 * Applicants for Multiple Boards Kirsten Davis Stephanie DiGangi (I) Roberta H. Jurney Carolyn Kost (1) X David H. Talley VILLAGE BOARDS AND COMMITTEES BALLOT May 14, 2026 President Pro -Tern Bickel BUSINESS ADVISORY BOARD Name I=Incumbent Vote for 3 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 * Applicants for Multiple Boards Brenda Castrodad Ronald K. Lantz (I) Norma Mirsky (I) / Erin Nettere l,% John J. Rody Jr. LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD Name I= Incumbent Vote for 3 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 * Applicants for Multiple Boards Kirsten Davis Stephanie DiGangi (I) Roberta H. Jurney Carolyn Kost (I) David H. Talley VILLAGE BOARDS AND COMMITTEES BALLOT May 14, 2026 Tj (L CounciIemr Searcy BUSINESS ADVISORY BOARD Name 1= Incumbent Vote for 3 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 * Applicants for Multiple Boards Brenda Castrodad Ronald K. Lantz (I) Norma Mirsky (I) Erin Nettere John J. Rody Jr. LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD Name 1= Incumbent Vote fpr3 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 * Applicants for Multiple Boards Kirsten Davis Stephanie DiGangi (1) Roberta H. Jurney Carolyn Kost (I) David H. Talley VILLAGE BOARDS AND COMMITTEES BALLOT May 14, 2026 s/ c� ci ZeIIner BUSINESS ADVISORY BOARD Name 1= Incumbent Vote for Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 * Applicants for Multiple Boards Brenda Castrodad Ronald K. Lantz (1) Norma Mirsky (I) Erin Neftere John J. Rody Jr. LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD Name 1=Incumbent Vote for Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 * Applicants for Multiple Boards Kirsten Davis Stephanie DiGangi (1) Roberta H. Jurney Carolyn Kost (I) David H. Talley