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VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH
REGULAR SESSION AGENDA
VILLAGE HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2026
501 U.S. HIGHWAY 1 6:00 PM
Lisa Interlandi Orlando Puyol Susan Bickel Deborah Searcy Kendra Zellner
Mayor Vice Mayor President Pro Tem Councilmember Councilmember
Chuck Huff Leonard G. Rubin Jessica Green
Village Manager Village Attorney Village Clerk
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ROLL CALL
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ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, AND MODIFICATIONS TO THE AGENDA
COUNCIL BUSINESS MATTERS
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REPORTS (SPECIAL COMMITTEES AND ADVISORY BOARDS)
CONSENT AGENDA
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may remove any item from the Consent Agenda, which would automatically convey that item to the Regular
Agenda for separate discussion and vote.
1. RESOLUTION – Amending the Master Fee Schedule adopted as part of the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget
to amend the Building Department Fee Schedule.
2. RESOLUTION – Approving an Interlocal Agreement with the School Board of Palm Beach County
for the reciprocal use of facilities by the Village and The Conservatory School; and authorizing
execution of the Agreement.
Regular Session Agenda, October 22, 2026 Page 2 of 2
3. RESOLUTION – Approving a Sixth Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with
Chen Moore & Associates, Inc. to modify the hourly rate schedule; and authorizing execution of the
Sixth Amendment.
4. RESOLUTION – Approving an increase in the scope of work to Holiday Lighting Contract.
5. Receive for file Minutes of the Audit Committee meeting held 6/3/26.
6. Receive for file Minutes of the Recreation Advisory Board meeting held 9/8/26.
DECLARATION OF EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
OTHER VILLAGE BUSINESS MATTERS
7. RESOLUTION – FY 2026 YEAR-END BUDGET AMENDMENT AND CIP FUNDING
REPLENISHMENT Consider a motion to adopt a resolution amending the Adopted General Fund
Budget for Fiscal Year 2026 to transfer $800,000 from the General Fund to the Capital Projects
Fund and eliminate the $450,000 General Fund transfer to the Country Club; and authorizing the
Village Manager to transfer additional available Fiscal Year 2026 General Fund Savings to the
Capital Projects Fund.
8. DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION – Follow up on additional issues for Charter Review
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATION MATTERS
VILLAGE MANAGER MATTERS/REPORTS
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS
ADJOURNMENT
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and responsibilities, the Village Council reserves the right to make additions to, or deletions from, the items contained in this agenda.
VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
BUILDING DIVISION
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council
THRU: Chuck Huff, Village Manager
FROM: Valentino Perez, Building Director
Dodi Glas, Planning and Economic Development Director
DATE: October 22, 2026
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION – Amending the Building Department Fee Schedule
Through the adoption of Resolution No. 2026-32 on July 9, 2026, the Village Council amended the Master
Fee Schedule to comply with House Bill 803, which prohibits municipalities from using project value to
determine building permit fees. The Village adopted an alternate method for calculating building permit fees,
which are limited to expenses directly associated with the administration and enforcement of the Florida
Building Code.
To both comply with state law and ensure that the Village covers its operation expenses, the Building Division
is utilizing a two-part methodology:
Building Valuation Baseline: The Village uses the International Code Council's (ICC) Building
Valuation Data Table (updated quarterly) to establish average U.S. construction costs per square foot
based on occupancy and construction type. Applicants provide the square footage, and the Village
applies a locally adopted fee schedule or multiplier.
Inspection Cost Recovery: Fees associated with performing field inspections have been recalibrated.
Inspection fees are strictly based on the actual operational cost to perform each inspection, ensuring
true cost recovery and compliance with statutory limits.
The Building Division is proposing an amendment to the Building Department fee schedule adopted as part
of the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The purpose of this amendment is to reflect actual cost recovery and remain
complaint with Florida Statutes. Additionally, Staff has adopted a new fee for review of applications to install
artificial or synthetic turf. The proposed fee schedule is attached, with the revisions highlighted. Section 6 of
the adopted Budget Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2027 authorizes the Village Council to revise the Master Fee
Schedule by Resolution.
The attached Resolution has been prepared and/or reviewed for legal sufficiency by the Village Attorney.
There is no immediate fiscal impact; rather, the proposed revisions to the fee schedule are intended to ensure
actual cost recovery while complying with Florida Statutes.
Recommendation:
Village Staff requests Council consideration and approval of the attached Resolution amending
the Master Fee Schedule to revise the Building Division fees in accordance with Village policies
and procedures.
RESOLUTION 2026-____
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH
PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE MASTER FEE SCHEDULE
ADOPTED AS PART OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2027 BUDGET TO AMEND THE
BUILDING DEPARTMENT FEE SCHEDULE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, through the adoption of Resolution No. 2026-32 on July 9, 2026, the Village Council
amended the Master Fee Schedule to comply with recent statutory changes governing the method for
calculating fees relating to the issuance of building permits, including plan review fees; and
WHEREAS, Village Staff is recommending revisions to the Master Fee Schedule adopted by
Ordinance No. 2026-07, the Budget Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2027, to amend the Building
Department fees to reflect the actual recovery of costs in compliance with Florida Statutes and to add
a new fee for synthetic turf applications; and
WHEREAS, the Village Council determines that the adoption of this Resolution is in the best interests
of the Village and its residents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, as follows:
Section 1. The foregoing recitals are ratified and are incorporated herein.
Section 2. The Village Council hereby revises the Master Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2027 to
amend the Building Department fees as set forth in Exhibit “A” attached hereto and incorporated
herein by reference.
Section 3. All other provisions of the Master Fee Schedule, to the extent not specifically revised
herein, shall remain in full force and effect.
Section 4. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS DAY OF , 2026.
(Village Seal)
MAYOR
ATTEST:
VILLAGE CLERK
Description Fiscal 2027 Fee
GENERAL PERMIT FEES
Minimum Permit Fee $78.00 minimum, plus plan review fee if applicable
Technology Fee 4% per permit
Administrative Fee 8% per permit
Routing Fee / Plan Review – If Applicable $500.00; included in permit cost
BUILDING & TRADE PERMIT FEES
AC CHANGE OUT MULTI/COMM $300 per system
AC Change Out $160 per system
Accessory Structure ICC Square Foot Table
Addition ICC Square Foot Table
- 200 sq ft or less $$335.00 Fee per sq ft
- 201-400 sq ft $435 Fee per sq ft
- 401-600 sq ft $485 Fee per sq ft
- 601-800 sq ft $535 Fee per sq ft
- 801 sq ft or greater $750 Fee per sq ft
Awning $300 per awning
Boatlift $1500 per lift
Chickee Hut $300
Concrete Restoration $1,000
Construction Trailer $300
Deck/Patio/Walkway $500
Demo-Exterior $500
Demo-Interior $500
Dock SFD $700
Dock Multifamily/Commercial $2,800
Driveway $500
Electric Panel Change $250 per panel
Electrical Multi/Commercial $255 + $75 per required inspection
Electrical Service Change $350
Electrical SFD $170 + $75 per required inspection
Elevator $200
Fence/Railing $175
Flooring $150
Fuel Tank $400
Garage Door $400
Generator (Up to 30 KW) $250
Generator (31–75 KW)$550
Generator (76–150 KW)$800
Generator (Over 150 KW) $2,500
Irrigation SFD $200
Irrigation Multifamily/Commercial $600
Low Voltage Multifamily/Commercial $800
Low Voltage SFD $200
Mechanical MultiFamily/Commercial $255 + $75 per required inspection
Mechanical SFD $170 + $75 per required inspection
BUILDING & TRADE PERMIT FEES
Building Division
New Structure Commercial ICC SQ FT TABLE
New Structure SFD ICC SQ FT TABLE
Parking Lot Repave/Restripe $1.50 Per Square Foot
Plumbing MultiFamily/Commercial $255 + $75 per required inspection
Plumbing SFD Flat fee of $170 + $75 per required inspection
Retaining Wall/Seawall SFD $1,000
Retaining Wall/Seawall Multifamily/Commercial $2,000
Roof $12 per Square Foot
Screen Enclosure Multifamily $250
Screen Enclosure SFD $500
Shutters $30 per opening
Sign - Freestanding $400
Sign - Illuminated, Includes Electric $600
Sign-Wall $200
Solar Multi/Commercial ICC SQ FT TABLE/UT
Solar SFD $25.00 Per panel
Structual MultiFamily/Commercial $255 + $75 per required inspection
Structual SFD $170 + $75 per required inspection
Swimming Pool SFD $2,500
Swimming Pool Multi/Family Commercial $3,000
Synthetic Turf $200
Tankless Water Heater $300 per system
Temp Power Pole $350
Temporary Structure / POD / Tent $60 each
Water Heater $78
Window/Door $100 per opening
BUILDING DEPARTMENT PLAN REVIEW
Plan Review - Not applicable to over-the-counter permits 30% of permit fee
Third rejection of plans for the same comment *4 x Plan Review portion of Permit Fee
ZONING DEPARTMENT PLAN REVIEW
Hourly Review $135 per hour
Hourly Inspection $90 per hour
FIRE DEPARTMENT PLAN REVIEW
Plan Review $3.00 per $1,000 of valuation
Minimum Fee $78.00
Civil Plans Review $105.00
Hood Review Fee (excluding fire suppression system )$105.00
OTHER PERMIT FEES & SURCHARGES
Sub-Permit - Does not require independent review $20.00
DCA 1.5% of the permit fee / $2.00 Minimum
Building Code Administrators and Inspectors
Fund 1% of the permit fee / $2.00 Minimum
Digitizing Plans-pages over 11"x17" up to 24"x36"$2.30 per page
Building Relocation $304.00
Change of Occupancy -No work performed.$78.00
OTHER PERMIT FEES & SURCHARGES
Building Demolition $304.00
Construction Trailers $150.00
REINSPECTION FEES
First re-inspection $78.00
Second re-inspection $105.00
Uncorrected violation after the second re-
inspection*
4 x Re-inspection Fee for Each Subsequent Re-
inspection
Unscheduled inspection by special request -
Regular Hours $78.75 per hour / 1-hour minimum
After-hours Inspection - Weekdays $78.00 per hour / 2 hour minimum
After-hours Inspection - Weekends and holidays $78.00 per hour/ minimum 4 hours, per inspector or
inspection trade.
WORK WITHOUT A PERMIT
Commencing Work Without First Securing a
Permit or Written Approval 4 X Permit Fee
Administration Fee- At the discretion of the
Building Official $105.00
CHANGE OF CONTRACTOR
Primary Contractor $78.00
Per Sub-contractor $26.00
REVISION FEES
Residential Revision Fee-After initial submittal,
one and two-family dwellings.$26.00 + $10.50 per page
Increase to the original job valuation-
Residential
An additional fee based off the estimated value of
work.
Commercial Revision Fee-After initial submittal,
includes multi-family dwellings $52.00 + $10.50 per page
Increase to the original job valuation-
Commercial
An additional fee based off the estimated value of
work.
FIRE DEPARTMENT REVISION FEES
Pre-issue 10.50% of original fee
Post-issue $5.25 per page / $26.25 minimum; if value increases,
fee per schedule.
RE-ISSUANCE FEES
Re-issuance Fee- Within 180 days of expiration $100.00
Residential Re-Issuance fee**35% of Original Permit Fee / $78.00 minimum + Plan
Review Fee
Commercial Re-Issuance fee:$100.00
TEMPORARY PERMITS, CERTIFICATES &
OTHER SERVICES
Temporary Signs or Temporary Tents -Each $52.00 + Plan Review and Fire Department Fee if
applicable
Temporary Certificate of Occupancy Fee $250.00
Early Power Release - Commercial Projects Only $105.00
TEMPORARY PERMITS, CERTIFICATES &
OTHER SERVICES
Local Product Approval ***$262.00
Document Research - aater 15 minutes Actual Cost
Open Code Search - per address $75.00
Open/Expired Permit Search -per address $75.00
RESIDENTIAL PERMIT EXEMPTION -
PROJECTS UNDER $7500
Qualifying Single scope Residential; Project
Under $7500 ****Permit Exempt; 1% Administrative Fee
Commercial - Plan Review + Inspections 50% Discount
Residential - Plan Review + Inspections 50% Discount
Palm Beach County Impact Fees
Impact Fee Collection Collected by Village; see note below
NOTES:
*** Local Product Approval: Requires Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals review and
approval.
**** Residential Permit Exemption: Certain single-scope residential construction work valued
under $7,500 is exempt from building permit requirements upon request for exemption. A project
may not be divided into multiple projects to avoid the $7,500 threshold. The exemption does not
apply to electrical, plumbing, structural, mechanical, or gas work under $7,500, or to work
identified in a flood hazard zone. The exemption applies only to nonstructural, non-trade
residential improvements, such as cosmetic renovations, painting, cabinetry, flooring, drywall
finishing, and similar work that does not involve electrical, plumbing, structural, mechanical, or
gas work.
Palm Beach County Impact Fees: Palm Beach County impact fees are collected by the Village of
North Palm Beach. Impact fee credit approval is required at the time of permit application
submittal. Impact fees cannot be collected before issuance of the permit.
Private Provider
*Plan Review and Re-Inspection: The third rejection of plans for the same comment is subject to
a fee equal to four (4) times the plan review portion of the permit fee pursuant to F.S.
§553.80(2)(b). An uncorrected violation after the second re-inspection is subject to a fee equal to
four (4) times the first re-inspection fee for each subsequent re-inspection pursuant to F.S.
§553.80(2)(c).
** Residential Re-Issuance: Applies after one year, defined in the approved schedule as “360
days after issuance or on the effective date of the next edition of the Florida Building Code,
whichever is later.”
Description
Minimum Permit Fee
Technology Fee
Administrative Fee
Routing Fee/Plan Review (if applicable)
Commencement Flat Fee
$500.00 Flat (Included in permit
cost)
Flat Fee(Dock)+Flat Fee per lift $300 dock + $300 per lift
$2 Per Sq Ft Inspection Area $2 Per Sq Ft Inspection Area
$1 Per Sq Ft Inspection Area $1 Per Sq Ft Inspection Area
Building Division
Fee
$78.00 Minimum plus plan review fee if applicable
Sign - Illuminated, Includes Electric Flat Fee $600
Sign-Wall Flat Fee $200
Solar Multi/Commercial ICC SQ FT TABLE/UT ICC SQ FT TABLE/UT
Solar SFD Fee per panel $25.00 Per panel
Structual MultiFamily/Commercial $2 Per Sq Ft Inspection Area $2 Per Sq Ft Inspection Area
$1 Per Sq Ft Inspection Area $1 Per Sq Ft Inspection Area
Flat Fee $60
Third rejection of plans for the
same comment
Four (4) times the plan review
excluding fire
suppression system)$105.00
Minimum Fee SS 553.721
Uncorrected violation after the
second re-inspection
fee imposed for the first re-
inspeciton and for each
subsequent re-inspection.
Florida Statues SS 553.80(2)(c )
Zoning Department Plan Review
Building Department Plan Review (Not
applicable to over-the-counter permits)
30% of permit fee
$78.00
Fire Department Plan Review
DCA
1.5% of the permit fee
Building Code Administrators and
Inspectors Fund
Re-inspection Fee
After hours weekdays $78.00/hr minimum 2 hours
After hours weekends and holidays
per inspector or inspection trade.$78.00/hr minimum 4 hours
(At discretion of
the Building Official)$105.00
Increase to the original job
valuation.
An additional fee of the
estimated value of work will be
charged for revisions.
$52.00 plus $10.50 per page
Increase to the original job
valuation estimated value of work will be
charged for revisions
Post-issue minimum unless value
Residential Re-Issuance fee: after a year,
"360 days after issuance or on effective
date of the next edition of the Florida
Building Code, whichever is later".
(Commercial
Projects Only)
Local Product Approval
Open/Expired Permit Search (per address)
Unscheduled inspection by special
request (subject to availability)
$78.75/hr, 1 hour minimum
Penalty for commencing work without first
securing a permit or written approval
Actual Cost
Change of Contractor
Residential Revision Fee
Commercial Revision Fee
Fire Department Revision Fee
$100.00
35% of Original Permit Fee, $78.00 minimum plus Plan Review Fee
$52.00 plus Plan Review and Fire Department Fee if applicable
$262.00 and requires Construction Board of Adjustment and
$75.00
Palm Beach County Impact Fees
New Permit exemptions under $7500
(Excluding electrical, plumbing, structural,
mechanical or gas)
Residential (Single Scope Project
Valuation under $7500)
Certain residential construction work valued at under $7,500 will be
exempt from building requirements. A request for exemption -law
evade the $7500 threshold - SINGLE TRADE ONLY & DOESN’T APPLY
for electrical, plumbing, structural, mechanical, or gas work under
$7500, which remains subject to permitting requirements or to work
trade residential improvements valued under $7500 outside of floor
areas, LIKE cosmetic renos, painting, cabinetry, flooring, drywall
finishing, and similar that DO NOT involve electrical, plumbing,
structural, mechanical, or gas work.
2. Permit must not be expired.
3. No-work has occurred or commenced on the project (verified by the building inspector) and plan review has
processed the application)
4. Request must be in writing, addressed to the Building Official.
5. Plan review fees are not subject to refund.
Palm Beach County Impacts fees are collected by the Village of
North Palm Beach. Impact fee credit approval is required at the time
of permit application submittal.
Refund of Building Permit Fees:
Private Provider
Classification Fee
Veterinary service from a truck $138.00
Veterinary service to animal specialties $138.00
Animal specialty services, except veterinary $138.00
Building construction - Contractors as defined by the Contractors Licensing
Board of Palm Beach County.$138.00
Veterinary Services:
Contractor Services
Late Fees: All businesses' tax receipts issued hereunder may be renewed without penalty no later
than September 30 by application of the receipt holder. Receipts not renewed by October 1 shall be
considered delinquent and subject to a delinquency penalty of ten (10) percent of the full year
business for the month of October, plus additional five-percent for each month of delinquency
full year business tax for that applicant, in addition to the business tax set forth herein.
Transfer Fee
New Owner: At the time any such receipt is transferred, the person applying such transfer fee equal
to ten (10) percent of the annual business tax but not less than three dollars ($3.00) and not more
than twenty-five dollars ($25.00).
New Location: At the time any such receipt is transferred, the person applying such transfer fee
equal to ten (10) percent of the annual business tax but not less than three dollars ($3.00) and not
more than twenty-five dollars ($25.00).
Electric services (franchise)$607.00
Natural gas transmission (franchise)$607.00
Natural gas distributors $607.00
Liquified petroleum distributors $607.00
Water supply (franchise)$607.00
Sanitation sewer services (franchise)$607.00
Wholesale-durable goods:
Inventory value cost - not exceeding $1,000.00 $40.00
Each additional $1,000.00 $9.92
Retail Store:
Inventory value cost - not exceeding $1,000.00 $40.00
Each additional $1,000.00 (Maximum cap $7,500.00)$9.92
Filing station, marine/auto/other:
1-4 dispensers $97.00
Each additional dispenser $28.00
Eating place ($57.00 minimum) each seat $2.80
Drinking place (alcoholic drinks) ($57.00 minimum) each seat $2.80
Food service-no seats $138.00
Catalog and mail order $138.00
Automatic merchandise machines operator $294.00
Each machine $34.00
Fuel oil dealer (bottled gas)$138.00
LP gas dealer (bottled gas)$138.00
Direct selling - each person/vehicle $138.00
Per year $363.00
Each canvasser $121.00
Florist $138.00
Tobacco store $138.00
News dealer / news stand $138.00
Optical goods store $138.00
Miscellaneous Retail Store NEC (Consignment, Pawn)$138.00
Depository institution $311.00
Non-depository institution $311.00
Security and commodity brokers/dealers $157.00
Brokers sales agent $39.00
Insurance carriers $138.00
Insurance agents, broker service $138.00
Insurance sales agent $138.00
Retail Store NEC:
Finance, Insurance, Real Estate
Insurance
Electronic, Gas and Sanitary Services
Wholesale Trade (see Retail)
Retail Trade
Real estate operator ($57.00 minimum):
Base (1-5 sleeping rooms)$16.50
Each additional room $3.40
Real estate agents and manager $138.00
Real estate sales agent N/A
Title abstract office $138.00
Land sub dividers and developers $195.00
Holding and other investment offices $311.00
Hotels, rooming houses, etc. ($57.00 minimum):
Base (1-5 sleeping rooms)$17.30
Each additional sleeping room $3.40
Personal Services:
Laundry, cleaning, garment service $138.00
Coin operated laundry, dry cleaning $138.00
Operator 1-20 machines $138.00
Each additional machine $6.80
Photographic studio, portrait $138.00
Beauty shop $138.00
Each state licensed operator $39.00
Barber shop $138.00
Each state licensed operator $39.00
Shoe repair shop $138.00
Funeral service $311.00
Additional for ambulance service $195.00
Tax preparation service $138.00
Miscellaneous personal service NEC $138.00
Advertising agency $138.00
Consumer credit reporting/collection $138.00
Mailing, reproduction. Commercial art and stenographic service $138.00
Service to dwelling $138.00
Miscellaneous equipment rental/leasing $138.00
Personnel supply service $138.00
Computer programming, data processing $138.00
Miscellaneous business service NEC $138.00
Business services NEC $138.00
Telemarketing $195.00
Plus each phone $39.00
Auto Rental $138.00
Auto Repair Shop:
2 persons $29.00
3-4 persons $62.00
5-6 persons $115.00
7-10 persons $184.00
11-20 persons $233.00
More than 21 persons $381.00
Car Wash
Auto Service/Repair
Misc. repair services store $138.00
Misc. repair services from a truck $69.00
Misc. repair services with retail store $69.00
Motion picture production/distributor $138.00
Motion picture theatre/drive-in $288.00
Plus per seat/per space $0.51
Dance studios $138.00
Theatrical producers $138.00
Bowling center (1-5 alleys)$138.00
Each additional alley $39.00
Commercial sports $195.00
Physical fitness facilities $138.00
Coin operated amusement devices operator $294.00
Plus each machine $34.00
Amusement and recreation services NEC $138.00
Fortune teller-fee charged $1,330.00
No fee charged-contribution $2,315.00
Phrenologist-fee charged $1,561.00
No fee charged-contribution $2,315.00
Licensed practitioner each $138.00
Nursing and personal care facility $195.00
Hospital $195.00
Medical and dental laboratory $195.00
Home health care $138.00
Miscellaneous health services NEC $138.00
Attorneys each $138.00
Elementary and secondary school $138.00
Vocational school $138.00
Schools and educational services NEC $138.00
Social Services
Individual and family services $138.00
Job training service $138.00
Child care facility (Fla. Statute)$261.00
Family day care (Fla. Statute)$62.00
Community residential home (Fla. Statute)$161.00
Social services NEC $138.00
Membership organizations $138.00
Engineering, architectural and surveying-each practitioner $138.00
Residential designer $138.00
Accounting/bookkeeping service $138.00
Certified public accountant each $138.00
Legal Services
Educational Services
Engineering, Accounting, Research Management
Research, development and testing services $138.00
Management services $138.00
Management consulting services $138.00
Public relation services $138.00
Facility support management services $138.00
Business consulting services NEC $138.00
Management and Public Relations Services
Description
Right-of-Way Utilization Permit Application & Processing Fee ①
Residential Driveway Apron Construction
Sidewalk Repair/Construction, first 100'
Each additional 100' LF or fraction thereof
Crane/Lifting Equipment Placement, per day
Roll-off Dumpster Placement, per day
Construction Material Placement (Swale/Right-of-Way, per day)
Tree Trimming Operation (Rolling locations, per day)
Permit extension(s), 30 calendar days (Non-refundable)
Permit renewal (expired permit)
Maintenance of Traffic Plan Review (2 reviews)
Each additional review
Roadway Closure/Obstruction (per lane-foot per day)
Sidewalk Closure/Obstruction (per linear foot per day)
Roadway/Sidewalk Closure Work Completion Delay ②
Special Events w/ Road Closure
Open Cut Roadway, Per Cut Location
Utility Pole Installation - Overhead Facilities, Each Pole
Franchise Utility Main / Cable / Line Install, Per 100' Linear
Franchise Utility Cabinet Installation, Per Location
Permit Violation Charges (All Permits)
Work Commencement (without valid permit) ③
Work Commencement (valid permit - without notice)
Work Outside Permit Limits (with valid permit)
Work with a suspended or expired permit ④
Closure/Obstruction (without valid permit) ⑤
Closure/Obstruction (exceeding permit limits) ⑤
Abandoned Barricade/Temporary Signage Collection/Storage
Traffic Signage & VMS Board, per day
Barricade (all types), per day
Collection Fee (30 calendar days past due) ⑥
Emergency Response Cost Recovery ⑦
Emergency Response - Street Maintenance
$25.00
Right-of-Way Permitting
Note
non-payment of fees. The Village reserves the right to refuse service and permitting to business entities
or individuals based on outstanding unpaid fees. Non-payment of fees shall constitute proper
fees within twenty (20) business days of receipt of notification.
Note:Fees described wherein may adjust annually at a rate equal to the Consumer Price Index or three
percent (3%), whichever may be determined more appropriate, each October 1st.
Note: Refer to day charges shall be for calendar days, inclusive of weekends and holidays.
Fee
$35.00
$60.00
$265.00
$163.50
2 x permit fee
⑧
⑤Violation charges will be assessed for closure/obstruction of roadway,sidewalk,or public access
the amount of $500 per day,or fraction thereof,per occurrence.Violation charges will be assessed for
closure/obstruction or roadway,sidewalk,or public access in the amount of $150 per day,or fraction
thereof, per occurrence for incidents that exceed valid permit work limitations.
⑥Fees assessed for additional work,time extension,late charge,or emergency response are due
issuance. Fees are determined to be past due if not paid within 30 calendar days of issuance.
⑦Emergency response cost recovery expenses may be assessed in association with
construction,site development,right-of-way construction,and infrastructure maintenance activity that
result in damage or disruption of service to a Village owned facility or utility.Additional fines,fees,or
cost recovery expenses may be levied by other regulatory agencies.
⑧Actual cost will include,but is not limited to:labor,overhead,equipment,materials,
analysis, and municipal contractor cost.
①Right-of-way permits are valid for a maximum of 30 calendar days from date of issue.Permits may
extended in 30 calendar day increments at time of issuance.Additional work not authorized by the
original permit terms will require a new permit or modification of existing permit.Fees are payable upon
submission of permit application.
②Closure/Obstructions exceeding the prescribed permit time limits will be access fees equal to 2
the daily closure rate for each day, or fraction thereof, of additional closure/obstruction.
③Violation charge is applicable in all cases where work commences without a valid Village of NPB
of-way permit.Violation charges will not apply to emergency work,if permit is applied for within two (2)
business days following the commencement of emergency work.Violation charges will be assessed
separately and shall be equal to the total of the permit assessment, effectively doubling the permit fee.
④Violation charges will be assessed for work completed with a suspended or expired permit in
amount of $500 per day,or fraction thereof,per occurrence.Work completed with a suspended or
expired permit will be assumed defective without inspection and may be rejected in part or entirety.
Description
Code Compliance
Annual Abandoned Property Registration Fee
Open Code Enforcement Searches (per address)
Finding of Code Violation
Reduction of Fine Request
Code Citation Fees
First Violation
Second Violation
Third Violation
Fourth Violation
Planning & Zoning Petitions (*Fees do not include advertising, legal, engineering,
or other specialty consultants)
Variances *
Preliminary or Final Plan filing fee *
Comprehensive Plan Major Amendments application fee *
Comprehensive Plan Minor Amendments application fee *
Rezoning (amendments, modify, supplement or repeal)
Planned Unit Development (PUD) application fee *
Planned Unit Development Major Amendment application fee *
Planned Unit Development Minor Amendment application fee *
Planned Unit Development Waiver Fee (per waiver request) *
Site Plan Major application fee*
Site Plan Major application fee (with waiver)*
Site Plan Minor application fee*
Site Plan Extension - Administration Fee*
Site Plan Extension - VC*
Master Plan application fee - Multi Family & Commercial*
Master Plan Major Amendment application fee - Multi Family & Commercial*
Master Plan Minor Amendment application fee - Multi Family & Commercial*
Master Sign Plan - No waivers
Master Sign Plan - Waivers*
Master Sign Plan - Modifications
Site Plan amendment application fee for previously aproved by Planning, Zoning and
Adjustment Board and/or Council
inspection)
Zoning Plan Review Fee
Permits
Mandatory appearance
before Special Magistrate.
Planning and Zoning, Code Compliance & Addressing
$150
$75
$100
$100
$150
$1,000
$750
$2,500
$2,500
$1,500
$100
$1,500
$750
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$750
$1,000
$750
$600
$2,000
$500
$90
$116
$50
Painting Permit Fee
Similar Use Permit Application - Special use
Special Event Permit - Profit
Special Event Permit - Non Profit
Vegetation Removal (which includes up to 2 zoning inspections)
Portable Storage Containers
Portable Storage Extension
Roll-Off Construction Dumpsters (Permit)
Roll-Off Construction Dumpsters (Permit Renewal)
Tree Removal Permit Fee
Payment schedule for contributions to Tree Trust Fund:
Native tree with more than 6" DBH up to 12" DBH or native palms with more than 6'
of clear trunk up to 12' of clear trunk
trunk
Inspections
Other Fees
Development Order Extension Fee *
Pre-application Meeting (to be credited to planning petition if filed within 30 days)*
Cancellation/postponement Fee (Less than 7 days prior to scheduled meeting)
Legal Escrow Minor Applications $250 ; Major Application $750 add'l time at cost
Addressing
Address Assignment, per address
Address Confirmation, per address
Address Change, per address
$150
$150
$100
$150
$25
$25
$25 per tree
Tree Replacement / Trust Fund (In the event of tree loss, cannot be mitigated through relocation)
$250
$300
$450
$600
$50
50% of original filing fee
$100
$100
$100
$50
$45/hour
$250/hour
Building Valuation Data – FEBRUARY 2026
The International Code Council is pleased to provide the
following Building Valuation Data (BVD) for its members. The
BVD will be updated at six-month intervals, with the next update
in August 2026. ICC strongly recommends that all jurisdictions
and other interested parties actively evaluate and assess the
impact of this BVD table before utilizing it in their current code
enforcement related activities.
The BVD table provides the “average” construction costs per
square foot, which can be used in determining permit fees for a
jurisdiction. Permit fee schedules are addressed in Section
109.2 of the 2024 International Building Code (IBC) whereas
Section 109.3 addresses building permit valuations. The permit
fees can be established by using the BVD table and a Permit
Fee Multiplier, which is based on the total construction value
within the jurisdiction for the past year. The Square Foot
Construction Cost table presents factors that reflect relative
value of one construction classification/occupancy group to
another so that more expensive construction is assessed
greater permit fees than less expensive construction.
ICC has developed this data to aid jurisdictions in determining
permit fees. It is important to note that while this BVD table does
determine an estimated value of a building (i.e., Gross Area x
Square Foot Construction Cost), this data is only intended to
assist jurisdictions in determining their permit fees. This data
table is not intended to be used as an estimating guide because
the data only reflects average costs and is not representative of
specific construction.
This degree of precision is sufficient for the intended purpose,
which is to help establish permit fees so as to fund code
compliance activities. This BVD table provides jurisdictions with
a simplified way to determine the estimated value of a building
that does not rely on the permit applicant to determine the cost
of construction. Therefore, the bidding process for a particular
job and other associated factors do not affect the value of a
building for determining the permit fee. Whether a specific
project is bid at a cost above or below the computed value of
construction does not affect the permit fee because the cost of
related code enforcement activities is not directly affected by the
bid process and results.
Building Valuation
The following building valuation data represents average
valuations for most buildings. In conjunction with IBC Section
109.3, this data is offered as an aid for the building official to
determine if the permit valuation is underestimated. Again, it
should be noted that, when using this data, these are “average”
costs based on typical construction methods for each
occupancy group and type of construction. The average costs
include foundation work, structural and nonstructural building
components, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and interior finish
material. The data is a national average and does not take into
account any regional cost differences. As such, the use of
Regional Cost Modifiers is subject to the authority having
jurisdiction.
Permit Fee Multiplier
Determine the Permit Fee Multiplier:
1. Based on historical records, determine the total annual
construction value which has occurred within the
jurisdiction for the past year.
2. Determine the percentage (%) of the building
department budget expected to be provided by building
permit revenue.
3.
Example
The building department operates on a $300,000 budget, and it
expects to cover 75 percent of that from building permit fees.
The total annual construction value which occurred within the
jurisdiction in the previous year is $30,000,000.
Permit Fee
The permit fee is determined using the building gross area, the
Square Foot Construction Cost and the Permit Fee Multiplier.
Permit Fee = Gross Area x Square Foot Construction Cost
X Permit Fee Multiplier
Example
Type of Construction: IIB
Area: 1st story = 8,000 sq. ft.
2nd story = 8,000 sq. ft.
Height: 2 stories
Permit Fee Multiplier = 0.0075
Use Group: B
1. Gross area:
Business = 2 stories x 8,000 sq. ft. = 16,000 sq. ft.
2. Square Foot Construction Cost:
B/IIB = $274.77/sq. ft.
3. Permit Fee:
Business = 16,000 sq. ft. x $274.77/sq. ft x 0.0075
= $32,972.40
Important Points
• The BVD is not intended to apply to alterations or
repairs to existing buildings. Because the scope of
alterations or repairs to an existing building varies so
greatly, the Square Foot Construction Costs table does
not reflect accurate values for that purpose. However,
the Square Foot Construction Costs table can be used
to determine the cost of an addition that is basically a
stand-alone building which happens to be attached to
an existing building. In the case of such additions, the
only alterations to the existing building would involve the
attachment of the addition to the existing building and
the openings between the addition and the existing
building.
• For purposes of establishing the Permit Fee Multiplier,
the estimated total annual construction value for a given
time period (1 year) is the sum of each building’s value
(Gross Area x Square Foot Construction Cost) for that
time period (e.g., 1 year).
• The Square Foot Construction Cost does not include
the price of the land on which the building is built. The
Square Foot Construction Cost takes into account
everything from foundation work to the roof structure
and coverings but does not include the price of the land.
The cost of the land does not affect the cost of related
code enforcement activities and is not included in the
Square Foot Construction Cost.
Square Foot Construction Costs a, b, c
Group (2024 International Building
Code)IA IB IIA IIB IIIA IIIB IV VA VB
A-1 Assembly, theaters, with stage
A-1 Assembly, theaters, without stage
A-2 Assembly, nightclubs
A-3 Assembly, churches
A-4 Assembly, arenas
B Business
E Educational
F-1 Factory and industrial, moderate hazard
F-2 Factory and industrial, low hazard
H-1 High Hazard, explosives
H234 High Hazard
H-5 HPM
I-1 Institutional, supervised environment
I-2 Institutional, hospitals
I-2 Institutional, nursing homes
I-3 Institutional, restrained
I-4 Institutional, day care facilities
M Mercantile
R-1 Residential, hotels
R-2 Residential, multiple family
R-3 Residential, one- and two-family d
S-1 Storage, moderate hazard
S-2 Storage, low hazard
U Utility, miscellaneous
a. Private Garages use Utility, miscellaneous
b. For shell only buildings deduct 20 percent
c. N.P. = not permitted
d. Unfinished basements (Group R-3) = $31.50 per sq. ft.
VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH
PARKS AND RECREATION
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council
THRU: Chuck Huff, Village Manager
FROM: Ashley Shipman, Director of Parks and Recreation
DATE: October 22, 2026
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION – Renewal of an Interlocal Agreement with the Palm Beach County
School Board for the reciprocal Use of Facilities.
The School Board of Palm Beach County, on behalf of The Conservatory School at North Palm Beach
(TCS), is requesting renewal of the Interlocal Agreement governing the reciprocal use of certain facilities
between the Village of North Palm Beach and TCS.
The agreement supports the longstanding partnership between the Village and TCS, while establishing
the procedures, priorities, and responsibilities applicable when either party requests use of the other’s
facilities. TCS regularly utilizes the North Palm Beach Community Center and Osborne Park for
competitive athletic programs. Because the school does not have an indoor gymnasium or outdoor ball
fields suitable to serve as home sites for these programs, access to Village recreational facilities enables
TCS students to participate in competitive athletics with other schools.
Although the Village has historically used TCS facilities less frequently, the agreement preserves a formal
process through which the Village may request access to available school facilities. Previous Village uses
have included space for the public charrette conducted during development of the Citizens’ Master Plan,
as well as access to school parking. Maintaining the agreement provides the Village with the ability to
request nearby space for future public meetings, parking needs, and other qualifying Village-sponsored
activities without the need to negotiate a new agreement for each request. All requests remain subject to
facility availability, established priorities of use, operating requirements, and the approval procedures
contained in the agreement.
The renewed agreement therefore provides an immediate benefit to TCS through continued access to
Village recreational facilities while preserving an important resource for the Village when school property
may help accommodate future municipal or community needs. It also supports the efficient use of existing
public facilities and reduces the potential need for either entity to duplicate facility space.
The attached Resolution and Interlocal Agreement have been prepared and/or reviewed by the Village
Attorney for legal sufficiency.
Financial Impact:
There is no direct financial impact associated with approval of the agreement. The agreement generally
provides for reciprocal use at no cost; however, each party is responsible for actual staffing and utility
expenses incurred when the requested facility is closed or not normally staffed during the proposed use.
Any additional charges associated with a particular request would be evaluated before that use is
approved.
Recommendation:
Village Administration requests Council consideration and adoption of the attached Resolution
approving the Interlocal Agreement with the School Board of Palm Beach County for the
reciprocal use of facilities and authorizing the Mayor and Village Clerk to execute the agreement
in accordance with Village policies and procedures.
RESOLUTION 2026-____
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH
PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH
THE SCHOOL BOARD OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA FOR THE
RECIPROCAL USE OF FACILITIES BY THE VILLAGE AND THE
CONSERVATORY SCHOOL AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE
CLERK TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, through the adoption of Resolution No. 2021-67 on August 12, 2021, the Village Council
approved an Interlocal Agreement with the School Board of Palm Beach County for the use of Village
parks and recreation facilities by The Conservatory School an d the use of The Conservatory School’s
facilities by the Village; and
WHEREAS, the Interlocal Agreement expired this year, and the parties wish to renew the Agreement
for a one-year period, with four additional one-year automatic renewals; and
WHEREAS, the Village Council determines that the adoption of this Resolution is in the best interests
of the Village and its residents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, as follows:
Section 1. The foregoing recitals are ratified and are incorporated herein.
Section 2. The Village Council hereby approves an Interlocal Agreement with the School Board of
Palm Beach County, Florida, for the use of the Village’s facilities by The Conservatory School and the
use of the The Conservatory School’s facilities by the Village, a copy of which is attached hereto and
incorporated herein, and authorizes the Mayor and Village Clerk to execute the Interlocal Agreement on
behalf of the Village.
Section 3. All resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict with this Resolution are hereby repealed
to the extent of such conflict.
Section 4. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS DAY OF , 2026.
(Village Seal)
MAYOR
ATTEST:
VILLAGE CLERK
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH
AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF PALM BEACH COUNTY
FOR THE USE OF FACILITIES
This Interlocal Agreement is made this ___________ day of _______________,
2026, between the Village of North Palm Beach, a municipal corporation of the State of
Florida ("Village") and the School Board of Palm Beach County, Florida, a corporate body
politic pursuant to the Constitution of the State of Florida (“Board”), each one constituting
a public agency as defined in Part I of Chapter 163, Florida Statutes.
WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, Section 163.01, Florida Statutes, known as the "Florida Interlocal
Cooperation Act of 1969" authorizes local governments to make the most efficient use of
their powers by enabling them to cooperate with other localities on a basis of mutual
advantage and thereby to provide services and facilities that will harmonize geographic,
economic, population and other factors influencing the needs and development of local
communities; and
WHEREAS, Part I of Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, permits public agencies, as
defined therein, to enter into interlocal agreements with each other to jointly exercise any
power, privilege, or authority such agencies share in common and which each might
exercise separately; and
WHEREAS, the Village and Board recognize the benefits to be derived by utilizing
each other’s facilities thereby minimizing the duplication of facilities; and
WHEREAS, the parties recognize that The Conservatory School at North Palm
Beach (“School”) specially benefits from the longstanding positive relationship with the
Village and the ability to use Village facilities for The Conservatory School’s activities and
programs; and
WHEREAS, Board would like to use the Village’s parks and recreation facilities for
school related activities and programs when not in use by the Village; and
WHEREAS, the Village desires to assist the Board in its efforts to provide world -
class programs and offerings to our students;
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual representations, terms, and
covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties hereby agree as follows:
1. Recitals.
The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are hereby incorporated herein by
reference.
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2. Purpose.
The purpose of this Agreement is to enable the Board and Village to utilize each
other’s facilities.
3. Definitions.
A. The term “Board Facility” shall mean the parking lots, cafeteria, and
playgrounds located at The Conservatory School at North Palm Beach.
B. “Village Facilities” and “Village Facility” mean facilities owned or operated
by the Village that are made available for public use by the Village and are used primarily
for recreational activities, excluding facilities that are leased, licensed or unde r the
contractual control of others. The terms “Village Facilities” and “Village Facility” shall
mean Anchorage Park, Osborne Park, North Palm Beach Community Center (F.K.A.
Delacorte Park) and the athletic fields at any of these parks.
C. “Facilities” means the Board Facility and Village Facilities.
D. “Priority of Use” means the priority of uses when there are conflicting
requests for the use of a Facility.
For Board Facilities, the Priority of Use shall be as follows:
1. Board activities and programs or Board facility use agreements; and
2. County activities and programs pursuant to the Mutual Use Interlocal
Agreement entered into by the Board and Palm Beach County dated February 2026, as
extended, amended, restated or replaced from time to time;
3, Village activities and programs pursuant to this Agreement.
For Village Facilities, the Priority of Use shall be as follows:
1. Village activities and programs or Village facility rental agreements;
and
2. Board activities and programs pursuant to this Agreement.
4. Use of Facilities by the Parties.
A. The Board agrees to make the Board Facility available for use by the Village
according to the Priority of Use at no cost or expense to the Village, except as otherwise
provided for in this Agreement. The Village’s use of the Board Facility shall be su bject to
and in accordance with: (i) the terms and conditions of this Agreement, including but not
limited to Exhibit “B” which may be amended or supplemented from time to time upon the
mutual written agreement of the Board’s Chief Operating Officer and the Village Manager
or his or her designee without formal amendment hereto; (ii) the Board’s rules, regulations
and policies governing the use of the Board Facilities; (iii) any grant or bond obligations
pertaining to the use of any of the Board Facilities; and (iv) all applicable local, state and
federal laws inclusive of executive orders, new legislation, or other lawful directives and
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other Board guidance reasonably necessary to ensure a safe environment for all
participants
B. The Village agrees to make available the Village Facilities for use by the
Board according to the Priority of Use at no cost or expense to the Board, except as
otherwise provided for in this Agreement. The Board’s use of the Village Facilities shall
be subject to and in accordance with: (i) the terms and conditions of this Agreement; (ii)
the Village’s rules, regulations and policies governing the use of the Village’s Facilities;
(iii) any grant or bond obligations pertaining to the use of any of the Village Facilities; and
(iv) all applicable local, state and federal laws inclusive of executive orders, new
legislation, or other lawful directives and other Village guidance reasonably necessary to
ensure a safe environment for all participants.
C. The Village and Board shall each be responsible for paying the actual charges
incurred by each of them for necessary Facility staff and utilities if all or a portion of the
Facility is scheduled to be closed or not normally staffed during the proposed u se.
D. The Village shall submit all requests for use of the Board Facilities in writing
on the form attached hereto as Exhibit “A” to the Principal of the School or his or her
designee no less than thirty (30) days prior to the date that the Village desires to use the
Board Facility. The Board shall be responsible for ensuring that a written response to the
request is provided to the Village within fifteen (15) days of the date of the request. In the
event a request is denied, the reason for denial shall be stated in the written response.
The Board reserves the right to deny use of the Board Facility if that particular Board
Facility is unavailable, has been selected to remain closed during the summer, Spring
break or for any other valid reasons in the sole discretion of the Board.
E. The Board shall submit all requests for use of the Village Facilities in writing
on the form attached hereto as Exhibit “A” to the Village Manager or his or her designee,
no less than thirty (30) days prior to the date that the Board desires to use the Village
Facility. The Village shall be responsible for ensuring that a written response to the
request is provided to the Board within fifteen (15) days of the date of the request. In the
event a request is denied, the reason for denial shall be stated in the written response.
The Village reserves the right to deny use of the Village Facility if that particular Village
Facility has been selected to close for renovations or maintenance, or for any other valid
reasons in the sole discretion of the Village.
F. Notwithstanding the requirements set forth in Paragraphs 4.D. and 4.E.
above, in the event that a need to use a Facility arises less than thirty (30) days prior to
the date the Village or Board Facility is needed, the Village or Board, as applicable, w ill
use reasonable efforts to expedite the review of and accommodate such request to the
extent practicable under the circumstances.
G. The Board and Village acknowledge the waiver of sovereign immunity for
liability in tort contained in Florida Statutes Section 768.28, the State of Florida's partial
waiver of sovereign immunity, and acknowledge that such statute permits actions at law
to recover damages in tort for money damages up to the limits set forth in such statute
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for death, personal injury or damage to property caused by the negligent or wrongful acts
or omissions of an employee acting within the scope of the employee's office or
employment. The Board and Village agree to be responsible for all such claims and
damages, to the extent and limits provided in Florida Statutes Section 768.28, arising
from the actions of their respective employees. The parties acknowledge that the
foregoing shall not constitute an agreement by either party to indemnify the other, nor a
waiver of sovereign immunity, nor a waiver of any defense the parties may have under
such statute, nor as consent to be sued by third parties.
H. Without waiving the right to sovereign immunity, the parties acknowledge
that they are self-insured for commercial general liability and automobile liability in the
amounts specified in Florida Statutes Section 768.28, as may be amended from time to
time. In the event either party maintains third-party commercial general liability or
business automobile liability insurance in lieu of exclusive reliance on self-insurance, the
party maintaining the third-party insurance shall maintain limits of not less than One
Million Dollars ($1,000,000) combined single limit for bodily injury or property damage
The parties agree to maintain or to be self -insured for worker’s compensation and
employer’s liability insurance in accordance with Chapter 440, Florida Statu tes, as may
be amended from time to time. Each party agrees to provide the other party with an
affidavit or certificate of insurance evidencing insurance, self-insurance and/or sovereign
immunity status, which the parties agree to recognize as acceptable for the above-
referenced coverages. Compliance with the requirements of this paragraph shall not
relieve the parties of their liability and obligations under this Agreement.
I. Each party agrees to provide adequate supervision of its own activities to
prevent bodily harm to the users and damage to the Facilities, taking into consideration
the types of activities planned, when using the other’s Facilities.
J. In the event the Facilities are damaged, the party using the Facilities of the
other party shall promptly notify the other party in writing of the damage and shall
reimburse the other party for the actual costs to repair the damage. Reimbursement shall
be made within sixty (60) days of a written request for reimbursement of costs which shall
include associated repair estimate(s) and invoices.
K. The Facilities shall be surrendered by the party using the Facilities of the
other party in the same condition as they were accepted and shall cause to be removed
from the Facilities all waste, garbage and rubbish resulting from such party’s use of the
Facilities.
L. The Village may use a Board Facility or other Board-owned and controlled
facility for a one-time Village meeting or annual Village-sponsored community event with
prior written authorization from the Board’s Area Superintendent and the Board’s Chief
Operating Officer, or designee, provided that the event benefits the community or student
population. Such events shall have the same priority as the Village’s other uses of the
Board Facilities set forth in this Agreement.
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M. The Board may use a Village Facility or other Village-owned and controlled
facility for a one-time Board meeting or annual Board-sponsored community event with
prior written authorization from the Village Manager or designee, provided that the event
benefits the community or student population. Such events shall have the same priority
as the Board’s other uses of the Village Facilities set forth in this Agreement.
N. Notwithstanding any provision of this Agreement to the contrary, the Board
shall not be obligated to make the Board Facility available for use for summer camps,
tournaments, travel team practices or games or any events where admission, vendor fees
and or charges will be collected or imposed by the Village. These events shall require
the parties to enter into a lease for use of the Board Facility and the payment of all fees,
all in accordance with Board Policy 7.18.
5. Maintenance/Repair of Facilities.
The parties acknowledge and agree that either party may deny a request for use
of a Facility to perform maintenance or repairs to the Facility.
6. Notification of Responsibilities under Agreement.
The Board agrees to notify the School’s Principal of the terms and conditions of
this Agreement and the Board’s commitment to make the Board Facilities available to
the Village’s Parks and Recreation Department in accordance with the Priority of Use.
7. Dispute Resolution.
In the event an issue arises which cannot be resolved between the School’s
Principal and the Village’s Director of Parks and Recreation or his or her designee
regarding the use or availability of a Facility, the dispute shall be referred to the Board’s
Chief Operating Officer and the Village Manager or designee who shall both make a good
faith effort to resolve the dispute. If the dispute cannot be settled through negotiation, the
parties agree to try in good faith to settle the dispute by mediation before resorting to
litigation.
8. Acceptance of Facilities.
Neither party shall be required to make any improvements or repairs to the
Facilities as a condition of use of the Facilities by the other party. The parties shall accept
the Facilities in their “As Is”, “Where Is” condition. The parties acknowledge and agree
that neither party has made any warranties or representations to the other party regarding
the Facilities, including, but not limited to, any representations or warranties regarding the
suitability of the Facilities for use by the other party.
9. License.
Notwithstanding any provision of this Agreement to the contrary, the use of the
Facilities by either of the parties shall only amount to a license to use the Facilities on a
non-exclusive basis, which license shall be revocable by the party licensing the u se for
any reason whatsoever. The parties agree that nothing in this Agreement shall be
construed as granting either party any title, interest or estate in the Facilities.
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10. Default.
The parties agree that, in the event either party is in default of its obligations under
this Agreement, the non-defaulting party shall provide to the defaulting party thirty (30)
days written notice to cure the default. In the event the defaulting party fails to cure the
default within the thirty (30) day cure period, the non-defaulting party shall be entitled to
seek any remedy available to it at law or equity, including, but not limited to, the right to
terminate this Agreement and seek damages, if any.
11. Termination.
Notwithstanding any provision of this Agreement to the contrary, this Agreement
may be terminated by either party: (i) without cause upon thirty (30) days prior written
notice to the other party or (ii) with cause upon the expiration of the thirty (30) day cure
period provided for in Paragraph 10 above.
12. Annual Appropriation.
Each party's performance and obligations under this Agreement shall be
contingent upon an annual budgetary appropriation by its respective governing body for
subsequent fiscal years.
13. Notice.
All notices required to be given under this Agreement shall be deemed sufficient
to each party when delivered by United States Mail to the following:
IF TO Village:
Village of North Palm Beach
ATTN: Village Manager
501 US Highway 1
North Palm Beach, FL 33408
IF TO BOARD:
Planning and Intergovernmental Relations
School Board of Palm Beach County, Florida
ATTN: Director of Planning and Intergovernmental Relations
3661 Interstate Park Road N, Suite 200
Riviera Beach, FL 33404
14. Governing Law and Venue.
This Agreement shall be construed by and governed by the laws of the State of
Florida. The parties agree that any controversies or legal disputes arising out of this
Agreement and any action involving the enforcement or interpretation of any rights
hereunder shall be submitted to the jurisdiction of the State courts of the Fifteenth Judicial
Circuit of Palm Beach County, Florida. If any action at law or in equity is brought to
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enforce or interpret the provisions of this Agreement, each party shall be responsible for
their own attorney’s fees and costs incurred.
15. Subordination to Bond and Grant Obligations.
The parties acknowledge that certain Facilities may be subject to bond covenants
and restrictions or grant obligations and agree that this Agreement shall be subject and
subordinate to any such covenants, restrictions and obligations. Notwithstanding any
provision of this Agreement to the contrary, the parties shall not be obligated to make any
Facility available for use by the other party in a manner which either party has determined,
in its sole discretion, would be contrary to any of its bond or grant obligations, including,
but not limited to, making any of the Facilities available at no cost when such an action
would be contrary to either party's bond or grant obligations.
16. Equal Opportunity Provision.
The parties agree that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex, age,
national origin, disability, religion, ancestry, marital status, familial status, sexual
orientation, gender, gender identity or expression be excluded from the benefits of, o r be
subjected to any form of discrimination under any activity carried out by the performance
of this Agreement.
17. Captions.
The captions and section designations set forth herein are for convenience only
and shall have no substantive meaning.
18. Severability.
In the event that any section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or provision of this
Agreement is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such shall not affect
the remaining portions of this Agreement and the same shall remain in full force and
effect.
19. Entirety of Agreement.
This Agreement represents the entire understanding between the parties, and
supersedes all other negotiations, representations, or agreement, either written or oral,
relating to this Agreement.
20. Incorporation by Reference.
Exhibits attached hereto and referenced herein shall be deemed to be incorporated
into this Agreement by reference.
21. Amendment.
Except as otherwise provided for in this Agreement, this Agreement may be
modified and amended only by written instrument executed by the parties hereto.
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22. Waiver.
No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective against any party
hereto unless it is in writing and signed by the party waiving such provision. A written
waiver shall only be effective as to the specific instance for which it is obtained and shall
not be deemed a continuing or future waiver.
23. Construction.
Neither party shall be considered the author of this Agreement since the parties
have participated in extensive negotiations and drafting and redrafting of this document
to arrive at a final Agreement. Thus, the terms of this Agreement shall not be strict ly
construed against one party as opposed to the other party based upon who drafted it.
24. Filing.
A copy of this Agreement shall be recorded with the Clerk of the Circuit Court in
and for Palm Beach County pursuant to Section 163.01(11), Florida Statutes.
25. Effective Date/Term.
This Agreement shall become effective when signed by both parties, and recorded
with the Clerk of the Circuit Court in and for Palm Beach County. The term of this
Agreement shall be for a period of one (1) year and shall be automatically renewed up to
four (4) additional consecutive one (1) year terms, unless either party provides a written
notice of intent to terminate the Agreement to the other party pursuant to Paragraph 11.
26. Prohibition Against Alcohol, Tobacco and Drones.
The manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, consumption or use of
alcohol, tobacco products of any kind, e-cigarettes or controlled substances on Village or
School Board-owned property is strictly prohibited and violation of this provision shall be
a material breach of this Agreement. No unmanned aerial vehicles of any kind, also
known as drones, shall be permitted on or about Village or School Board-owned property.
Violation of this provision by any person associated with the Village shall be just cause
for termination of the Village’s privilege to use any Board Facility in the future.
27. Inspector General.
The Village agrees and understands that the School Board’s Office of Inspector
General (“School Board’s Inspector General”) shall have immediate, complete and
unrestricted access to all papers, books, records, documents, information, personnel,
processes (including meetings), data, computer hard drives, emails, instant messages,
facilities or other assets owned, borrowed or used by the Village with regard to this
Agreement. The Village employees, vendors, officers and agents shall furnish the School
Board’s Inspector General with requested information and records within their custody for
the purposes of conducting an investigation or audit, as well as provide reasonable
assistance to the School Board’s Inspector General in locating assets and obtaining
records and documents as needed for investigation or audit relating to this Agreement.
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Furthermore, the Village understands, acknowledges and agrees to abide by School
Board Policy 1.092.
Similarly, in accordance with Article XII, Section 2-423 of the Palm Beach County
Code, the Board acknowledges that this Agreement may be subject to investigation
and/or audit by the Palm Beach County Inspector General. The Board has reviewed
Article XII, Section 2-423 of the Palm Beach County Code and is aware of its rights and/or
obligations under such ordinance.
28. No Third Party Beneficiaries.
No provision of this Agreement is intended to, or shall be construed to, create any
third party beneficiary or to provide any rights to any person or entity not a party to this
Agreement, including but not limited to any citizen or employees of the Villag e and/or
Board.
29. Liens.
Each party’s respective interest in the Facilities shall not be subject to liens arising
from the others’ use of the Facilities, or exercise of the rights granted hereunder. Each
party shall promptly cause any lien imposed against the Facility of the oth er party relating
to the use of Facilities under this Agreement to be discharged or transferred to bond.
30. No Agency Relationship.
Neither party is an agent or servant of the other. No person employed by either
party to this Agreement, shall in connection with the performance of this Agreement or
any services or functions contemplated hereunder, at any time, be considered the
employee of the other party, nor shall an employee claim any right in or entitlement to any
pension, worker’s compensation benefit, unemployment compensation, civil service, or
other employee rights or privileges granted by operation of law or otherwise, except
through and against the party by whom they are employed.
31. Records.
Each party shall maintain its own respective records and documents associated
with this Agreement in accordance with the records retention requirements applicable to
public records. Each party shall be responsible for compliance with any public documents
request served upon it pursuant to Section 119.07, Florida Statutes, and any resultant
award of attorney’s fees for non-compliance with that law.
32. Jessica Lunsford.
While the Board is not responsible for the Village’s compliance with the Jessica Lunsford
Act as the Village is not an employee, contractual personnel, contractor, or vendor as
outlined under Florida law, when applicable, employees, agents and contractors of the
Village who have direct contact with students must undergo Level 2 screening. Level 2
screening consists of fingerprinting and a background check, as set forth in Section
1012.32, Florida Statutes. The Village shall ensure that all required individuals submit to
a level 2 background check. The Village agrees that no person who meets the above
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conditions and who has been convicted or who is currently under investigation for a crime
delineated in Section 435.04, Florida Statutes, will be permitted access to the School
Board’s facilities when students are present.
33. E-Verify.
Each party to this Agreement shall register with and use the E-Verify system to
verify the work authorization status of all new employees.
34. Security for Gates and Access Points.
Fla. Stat. 1006.07(6)(f) requires that all gates and access points that restrict ingress or
egress to a school campus remain closed and locked while students are on campus. The
Village acknowledges that this Agreement may qualify for an exception as Shared Use
under Fla. Stat. 1013.101. The Village understands that should its use of Board Facilities
not qualify as Shared Use as outlined in Fla. Stat. 1013.101, that, when applicable, it will
be required to comply with all safety requirements outlined in Fla. Stat. 1006.07(6)(f) at
its sole cost and expense.
35. Survival.
Provisions contained in this Agreement that, by their sense and context, are
intended to survive the suspension or termination of this Agreement, shall so survive.
36. Waiver of Jury Trial.
EACH OF THE PARTIES HERETO HEREBY KNOWINGLY, VOLUNTARILY,
AND INTENTIONALLY WAIVES THE RIGHT EITHER OF THEM MAY HAVE TO A
TRIAL BY JURY IN RESPECT OF ANY LITIGATION BASED HEREON, OR ARISING
OUT OF, UNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT.
37. Authority to Execute.
Each Person signing this Agreement on behalf of either party individually warrants that
he or she has full legal power to execute this Agreement on behalf of the party for whom
he or she is signing, and to bind and obligate such party with respect to all p rovisions
contained in this Agreement.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have affixed their signatures on the
day and year first above written.
VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH SCHOOL BOARD OF PALM BEACH
FLORIDA COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: _____________________________ By: _____________________________
Lisa Interlandi, Mayor _______________, Board Chair
ATTEST: ATTEST:
________________________________ ________________________________
Jessica Green Michael J. Burke
Village Clerk Superintendent
Date: ___________________________ Date: ____________________________
APPROVED AS TO FORM APPROVED AS TO FORM
AND LEGAL SUFFICIENCY AND LEGAL SUFFICIENCY
_________________________________ _______________________________
Village Attorney School Board Attorney
_________________________________ _______________________________
Village Council Meeting Date School Board Meeting Date
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EXHIBIT “A”
The Village of North Palm Beach and The School Board of Palm Beach County
INTER-LOCAL FACILITY REQUEST FORM
_______________________ _________________________ __________________________
Date Contact Person School Name (if applicable)
_______________________ _________________________ __________________________
Phone Number Fax Number Other Contact Number
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Address Village State/ZIP
FACILITY REQUEST:
___________________________________ ________________________________________
Choice #1 Choice #2
___________________________________ ________________________________________
Activity Age Group
Estimated Attendance:
Participants: ________________ Spectators: ________________ Total: ____________________
Mark appropriate day(s) facility will be needed:
󠆁Monday 󠆁󠆁󠆁Tuesday 󠆁󠆁󠆁Wednesday 󠆁󠆁󠆁Thursday 󠆁󠆁󠆁Friday 󠆁󠆁󠆁Saturday 󠆁󠆁󠆁Sunday
Date(s):___________________________________________________________________________________
Time(s): From: ____________________________ am/pm To: _____________________________ am/pm
󠆁 New Request
󠆁 Repeat Request:
Date and location of previous use: _______________________________________________________
Other pertinent information (as necessary): _______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________ ________________________________________
󠆁 Requesting Principal Date
󠆁 Director of Parks & Recreation
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
󠆁 Approve 󠆁 Disapprove
Reason if disapproved: ________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________ _________________________________________
󠆁 Principal Date
󠆁 Director of Parks & Recreation
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EXHIBIT “B”
School Board of Palm Beach County Standard Facility Operating Hours
The Board agrees to make the Board Facility available for use by the Village according
to the Priority of Use, at no cost to the Village and in accordance with the following
maximum operational hours for indoor and outdoor Board Facilities
When School is in session:
Weekdays (Mon thru Fri) School Parking Lots
From the close of school until 9:30 pm
Saturdays: School Parking Lots
From 8:00 am to 9:30 pm
Sundays: School Parking Lots
From 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
When School is out of session (Summer Break and Spring Break):
Weekdays (Monday through Thursday): School Parking Lots
From 8:00 am until 9:30 pm
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays: Closed
School Holidays and Winter Break:
The Board Facility will be closed the day of the school holiday plus any immediately
preceding or following weekend days (i.e. the weekend preceding a Monday National
Holiday or following Thanksgiving. The Board Facility will also be closed for the entire
Winter Break (traditionally beginning on the Saturday prior to Christmas and extending
through the Sunday following New Year’s).
The maximum operational hours may be amended from time to time upon the mutual
agreement of the Board’s Chief Operating Officer and Village Manager or his or her
designee.
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Village of North Palm Beach Hours of Operation
Village agrees to make facilities available for use by the Board according to the Priority
of Use, at no cost to the Board and in accordance with the maximum operational hours
for indoor and outdoor Village’s facilities.
Village will make the Park facilities available for use by the School Board during normal
hours of operation, as posted on the Village website.
The maximum operational hours may be amended from time to time upon the mutual
agreement of the Board’s Chief Operating Officer and Village Manager or his or her
designee.
VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council
THRU: Chuck Huff, Village Manager
FROM: Dodi Glas, Planning and Economic Development Director
DATE: October 22, 2026
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION – Approving a Sixth Amendment to the Professional (Planning)
Services Agreement with Chen Moore & Associates, Inc. to modify the hourly rate
schedule
Through the adoption of Resolution No. 2023-65, the Village Council approved an Agreement for
Professional (Planning) Services with Chen Moore & Associates, Inc. (“Chen Moore”). The Agreement
capped the total amount of compensation paid to Chen Moore during any fiscal year to $50,000. The
Village Council has previously approved five amendments to the Agreement to increase the total amount
of compensation for various fiscal years.
Chen Moore has requested consideration of a rate increase to reflect their current 2027 rates. Both the
approved hourly rates and the revised hourly rates are included in the back up materials. The increase
would apply to work performed after October 1, 2026, and would not apply to any lump-sum work
authorizations that have already been submitted and approved.
The Agreement is for a term of five years, with the ability to extend for two additional one-year terms
upon mutual consent of the parties and approval by the Village Council. This is the first request for a fee
increase since the Agreement was executed in 2023. The original rates remain in effect through Fiscal
Year 2026.
Recommendation:
Village Staff recommends Council consideration and approved of the attached Resolution approving a
Sixth Amendment to Professional (Planning) Services Agreement with Chen Moore & Associates to
modify the hourly rate schedule effective October 1, 2026, and authorizing the Village Manager to execute
the Sixth Amendment in accordance with Village policies and procedures.
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RESOLUTION 2026-____
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH
PALM BEACH, FLORIDA APPROVING A SIXTH AMENDMENT TO THE
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH CHEN MOORE &
ASSOCIATES, INC. TO MODIFY THE HOURLY RATE SCHEDULE AND
AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE SIXTH
AMENDMENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, through the adoption of Resolution No. 2023-65, the Village Council authorized the
Village Manager to execute an Agreement for Professional (Planning) Services with six firms,
including Chen Moore & Associates, Inc. (“Chen Moore”); and
WHEREAS, through the adoption of Resolution No. 2024-01, the Village Council approved an
Amendment to the Agreement with Chen Moore to increase the total amount of compensation for
Fiscal Year 2024 to $80,000; and
WHEREAS, through the adoption of Resolution No. 2024-60, the Village Council approved a Second
Amendment to the Agreement with Chen Moore to again increase the total amount of compensation
for Fiscal Year 2024 to $125,000; and
WHEREAS, through the adoption of Resolution No. 2025-14, the Village Council approved a Third
Amendment to the Agreement with Chen Moore to increase the total amount of compensation for
Fiscal Year 2025 to $150,000; and
WHEREAS, through the adoption of Resolution No. 2025-40, the Village Council approved a Fourth
Amendment to the Agreement with Chen Moore to increase the total amount of compensation for
Fiscal Year 2025 to $275,000; and
WHEREAS, through the adoption of Resolution No. 2026-44, the Village Council approved a Fifth
Amendment to the Agreement with Chen Moore to increase the total amount of compensation for
Fiscal Years 2026 and 2027 to $170,000; and
WHEREAS, Chen Moore has requested to modify the hourly rates incorporated by reference into the
Agreement, thereby necessitating a Sixth Amendment to the Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Village Council determines that the adoption of this Resolution is in the best interests
of the residents of the Village of North Palm Beach.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA as follows:
Section 1. The foregoing recitals are ratified as true and incorporated herein.
Section 2. The Village Council hereby approves a Sixth Amendment to the Professional Services
Agreement with Chen Moore & Associates, Inc. to modify the hourly rates commencing October 1,
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2026, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and authorizes the
Village Manager to execute the Sixth Amendment on behalf of the Village.
Section 3. All resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict with this Resolution are hereby
repealed to the extent of such conflict.
Section 4. This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS ____ DAY OF ____________, 2026.
(Village Seal)
MAYOR
ATTEST:
VILLAGE CLERK
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SIXTH AMENDMENT TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
(Planning Services)
THIS FIFTH AMENDMENT is entered on this _____ day of _____________, 2026, by and between the
Village of North Palm Beach, a Florida municipal corporation (“Village”) and Chen Moore & Associates,
Inc., a Florida corporation (“Consultant”).
RECITALS
WHEREAS, on August 24, 2023, the Village entered into a Professional Services Agreement with Chen
Moore & Associates, Inc. (“Chen Moore”) for general Planning Services (“Agreement”) and capped the total
amount of compensation at $50,000 per fiscal year; and
WHEREAS, on January 11, 2024, the Village executed an Amendment to the Agreement to increase the total
amount of compensation payable for Fiscal Year 2024 to $80,000; and
WHEREAS, on July 18, 2024, the Village executed a Second Amendment to the Agreement to increase the
amount of compensation payable for Fiscal Year 2024 to $125,000; and
WHEREAS, on April 24, 2025, the Village executed a Third Amendment to the Agreement to increase the
amount of compensation payable for Fiscal Year 2025 to $150,000; and
WHEREAS, on August 28, 2025, the Village executed a Fourth Amendment to the Agreement to increase the
amount of compensation payable for Fiscal Year 2025 to $275,000; and
WHEREAS, on September 24, 2026, the Village executed a Fifth Amendment to the Agreement in increase
the amount of compensation during Fiscal Years 2026 and 2027 to $170,000; and
WHEREAS, at the request of Chen Moore, the parties wish to amend the Agreement to modify the hourly
rates incorporated into Section 5(a) of the Agreement by reference.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and mutual covenants contained in the Agreement, as
subsequently amended, the sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged by the parties, the Village and the
Consultant agree as follows:
1. The foregoing recitals are ratified and incorporated herein.
2. Section 5(a) of the Agreement is hereby amended to modify the rate schedule by adopting a new Exhibit
“A” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. The modified rate schedule shall be effective for
services performed on or after October 1, 2026, excluding those projects for which a work order has already been
authorized by the Village.
3. All other provisions of the Agreement, to the extent not expressly modified herein, shall remain in full
force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have made and executed this Sixth Amendment to the
Professional Services Agreement (Planning Services) as of the day and year set forth above.
VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH:
By: __________________________________
Charles D. Huff, Village Manager
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CONSULTANT:
CHEN MOORE & ASSOCIATES, INC.
By: __________________________________
Print Name:
Title:
ChenMoore Rate Schedule
October 2026
Labor Category Hourly Rates
Principal Engineer $420.00
Senior Engineer $325.00
Project Engineer $255.00
Associate Engineer $165.00
Engineer $145.00
Principal Landscape Architect $285.00
Senior Landscape Architect $235.00
Project Landscape Architect $170.00
Associate Landscape Architect $165.00
Senior Landscape Designer $155.00
Landscape Designer $135.00
Principal Planner $285.00
Senior Planner $180.00
Project Planner $140.00
Associate Planner $110.00
Urban Designer $110.00
Senior Project Manager $310.00
Senior Environmental Scientist $195.00
Project Environmental Scientist $145.00
Senior Designer $225.00
Designer $155.00
Senior Technician $130.00
Technician $115.00
Senior Construction Specialist $180.00
Construction Specialist $155.00
Administrative Staff $165.00
Intern $85.00
VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH
PARKS AND RECREATION
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council
THRU: Chuck Huff, Village Manager
FROM: Ashley Shipman, Director of Parks and Recreation
DATE: October 22, 2026
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION – Amendment to the Contract with Rileighs Outdoor, LLC d/b/a
Holiday Outdoor Décor to revise the Holiday Lighting Program for 2026 and
provide for a Contract increase.
Village Staff requests Council approval of an Amendment to the Contract with Rileighs Outdoor, LLC
d/b/a Holiday Outdoor Décor to revise the 2026 Holiday Lighting Program at a total seasonal cost of
$98,939.50. This represents an increase of $27,984.00 over the 2025 invoiced and paid amount of
$70,955.50, and $25,314.00 over the original Council-approved annual amount of $73,625.50.
On November 7, 2024, Council adopted Resolution 2024-98, approving a three-year contract for holiday
lighting at Village facilities at an annual cost of $73,625.50. The contract provides for two additional one-
year renewal periods. This request addresses the revised scope and cost for the 2026 holiday season.
Following feedback regarding the visibility and extent of holiday decorations, staff worked with the vendor
to expand displays at several Village facilities while adjusting existing decorations to help offset the
additional cost. The revised plan includes:
Osborne Park: Lighting ten oak trees and relocating the deer family display from Anchorage
Park at no additional charge for the display.
Community Center: Adding lighting to the front of the building, a monument sign enhancer,
and red and white hedge lighting in place of the previous freestanding Happy Holidays display.
Anchorage Park: Adding lighting to a large oak tree and garland with bows to eighteen poles
throughout the park.
Public Safety and Public Works: Adding palm tree lighting at both facilities and hedge lighting
at Public Works.
Other adjustments: Revising the walkway garland at Village Hall and reducing pergola garland
at Veterans Park from thirty-two to twenty sections.
The revised program retains the existing banner line item of $5,600.00 for forty holiday banners along
U.S. Highway 1. Staff may consider a separate, one-time purchase of custom banners using artwork
designed in house at a later date. No additional custom banner purchase is included in this request.
Fiscal Impact
The total 2026 seasonal cost is $98,939.50, an increase of $27,984.00 over the 2025 invoiced and paid
amount of $70,955.50. Compared with the $73,625.50 annual amount approved in Resolution 2024-98,
the requested increase is $25,314.00. The vendor’s attached proposal reflects this total and the 2025
expenditure.
Account Information
Fund Department Account Number Account
Description
Amount
General Public Works /
Facilities
A5519-33491 Contractual
Services
$98,939.50
The attached Resolution and Amendment have been prepared and/or reviewed for legal sufficiency by the
Village Attorney.
Recommendation:
Village Staff requests Council consideration and approval of a Resolution approving an
Amendment to the Contract with Rileighs Outdoor, LLC d/b/a Holiday Outdoor Décor to approve
a revised 2026 Holiday Lighting Program at a total seasonal cost of $98,939.50, an increase of
$25,314.00 over the originally approved $73,625.50, with funds expended from Account No.
A5519-33491 (Public Works/Facilities – Contractual Services), and authorizing the Mayor and
Village Clerk to execute the Amendment in accordance with Village policies and procedures.
RESOLUTION 2026-
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH
PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
CONTRACT WITH RILEIGHS OUTDOOR, LLC D/B/A HOLIDAY OUTDOOR
DÉCOR TO REVISE THE SCOPE OF WORK FOR THE 2026 HOLIDAY SEASON
AND INCREASE THE COMPENSATION; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND
VILLAGE CLERK TO EXECUTE THE AMENDMENT; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, through the adoption of Resolution No. 2024-98 on November 7, 2024, the Village
Council approved a three-year Contract with Rileighs Outdoor, LLC d/b/a Holiday Outdoor Décor
for holiday lighting and displays at Village facilities; and
WHEREAS, the parties wish the amend the Contract to provide for a revised holiday lighting and
display program for 2026 and provide for an increase in compensation; and
WHEREAS, the Village Council determines that the adoption of this Resolution is in the best interests
of the Village and its residents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA as follows:
Section 1. The foregoing recitals are ratified as true and incorporated herein.
Section 2. The Village Council hereby approves an Amendment to the Contract with Rileighs
Outdoor, LLC d/b/a Holiday Outdoor Décor, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated
herein, to modify holiday lighting and display program for 2026 at a total cost of $98,939.50, with
funds expended from Account No. A5519-33491 (Public Works/Facilities – Contractual Services).
The Village Council further authorizes the Mayor and Village Clerk to execute the Amendment on
behalf of the Village.
Section 3. All resolutions and parts of resolutions in conflict with this Resolution are hereby
repealed to the extent of such conflict.
Section 4. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS ____DAY OF ____________, 2026.
(Village Seal)
MAYOR
ATTEST:
VILLAGE CLERK
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CONTRACT AMENDMENT
THIS AMENDMENT is made as of the _____ day of October, 2026, by and between the
VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, a municipal corporation organized and existing under
the laws of the State of Florida, hereinafter referred to as the VILLAGE, and RILEIGHS
OUTDOOR, LLC, a Pennsylvania Limited Liability Company authorized to do business in the
State of Florida, d/b/a HOLIDAY OUTDOOR DÉCOR, hereinafter referred to as the VENDOR.
WHEREAS, on November 7, 2024, the VILLAGE and VENDOR entered into a three-year Contract
for holiday lighting in accordance with the Request for Proposals issued by the VILLAGE
(“Contract”); and
WHEREAS, the parties have agreed to amend the Contract for the 2026 Holiday Season to provide
for expansion and adjustments to the approved holiday displays and provide for an accompanying
increase in compensation.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and mutual covenants set forth in the
Agreement, as revised, and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of
which is acknowledged by both parties, the VILLAGE and VENDOR agree as follows:
1. RECITALS:
The foregoing recitals are ratified as true and incorporated herein.
2. SCOPE OF WORK:
Section 1 of the Contract is amended to adopt a revised Scope of Work for the 2026 Holiday Season
as set forth in Exhibit “A” attached hereto and incorporated herein.
3. COMPENSATION:
Section 4 of the Contract is amended to increase the total compensation for the 2026 Holiday Season
to Ninety-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred and Thirty-Nine Dollars and Fifty Cents ($98,939.50).
4. CONFLICTS:
To the extent not expressly modified by this Amendment, all other provisions of the Contract shall
remain in full force and effect.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the VILLAGE and VENDOR hereto have made and executed this
Amendment as of the day and year first above written.
RILEIGHS OUTDOOR, LLC D/B/A HOLIDAY OUTDOOR DECOR
By:
Print Name:
Position:
VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH
BY:______________________________
LISA INTERLANDI, MAYOR
ATTEST:
BY:
JESSICA GREEN, MMC
VILLAGE CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM
AND LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
BY:
VILLAGE ATTORNEY
The material contained herein is the property of Holiday Outdoor Décor.
Reproduction, copying, or use without prior consent is strictly prohibited.
Proposal Village of North Palm Beach Holiday Outdoor Décor Pompano Beach, FL
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PROPOSAL
VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH
Revised Holiday Program 2026
AREA 1 – VETERANS PARK
Total 23.67 Amps
Image from 2023 season Installed by CDFL
We will install one (1) 20’ Christmas tree LED Pure White and customer owned topper
and decorated in Colors of the Holiday Ornaments.
1 20’ Majestic LED Pure White w/Customer Owned Topper $ 9,590.00
Red, Green, and Gold Ornaments
We will install twenty (20) 9’ x 14” LED Garland along the pergolas in Veterans Park.
20 9’ x 14” LED Garland Pure White $ 3,700.00
LEGEND
Explanation of
symbols
on General Terms
page
The material contained herein is the property of Holiday Outdoor Décor.
Reproduction, copying, or use without prior consent is strictly prohibited.
Proposal Village of North Palm Beach Holiday Outdoor Décor Pompano Beach, FL
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Image from 2023 season Installed by CDFL
We will install one (1) 60” LED Wreath lit with pure white lights and decorated in colors
of the holiday with an18” Red Glitter Bow. Located on the building, under the large trellis
closest to the building.
1 60” LED Wreath, Pure White, COTH w/18” Red Glitter Bow $ 495.00
Image from 2023 season Installed by CDFL
For each of the six (6) Oaks, we will wrap the trunks with six (6) Pure White
Commercial-grade LED light sets.
36 Commercial-grade LED light sets Pure White $ 1,224.00
For each of the thirteen (13) Royal Palms, we will wrap the trunks up to the boot with
fourteen (14) Pure White Commercial-grade LED light sets and at the top do a 12" Color
Band using two (2) Commercial-grade LED light sets. Alternating between Red and
Green.
182 Commercial-grade LED light sets Pure White $ 6,188.00
14 Commercial-grade LED light sets Red $ 476.00
12 Commercial-grade LED light sets Green $ 408.00
Equipment Charge $ 910.00
The material contained herein is the property of Holiday Outdoor Décor.
Reproduction, copying, or use without prior consent is strictly prohibited.
Proposal Village of North Palm Beach Holiday Outdoor Décor Pompano Beach, FL
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We will install one (1) 6.4’ x 6.2’ Candy Selfie Station Santa Chair Display. Creating an
amazing photo opportunity with in veterans park.
1 6.4’ x 6.2’ Candy Selfie Station Santa Chair Display $ 7,925.00
TOTAL AREA 1 $ 30,916.00
The material contained herein is the property of Holiday Outdoor Décor.
Reproduction, copying, or use without prior consent is strictly prohibited.
Proposal Village of North Palm Beach Holiday Outdoor Décor Pompano Beach, FL
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AREA 2 – VILLAGE LIBRARY
Total 16.91 Amps
Image from 2023 season Installed by CDFL
We will outline the entire (all sides) building with a total 400’ of C7 12" spacing white
cord light line with Pure White LED bulbs.
400’ C7 12" spacing white cord w/Pure White LED bulbs $ 2,400.00
We will install one (1) 3.9’ X 7.5’ Frozen Winter Sled, to the left of the Library Entrance,
in the grass by the bike rack.
1 3.9’ x 7.5’ Frozen Winter Sled $ 3,397.50
TOTAL AREA 2 $ 5,797.50
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AREA 3 – ANCHORAGE PARK
Total 8.78 Amps
Image from 2023 season Installed by CDFL
We will outline the entire building with a total 400’ of C7 12" spacing white cord light line
with Pure White LED bulbs.
385’ C7 12" spacing white cord w/Pure White LED bulbs $ 2,310.00
For each of the two (2) Light Poles, we will install one (1) 13’5” x 14” Garland, decorated
in colors of the holiday with an 18” Red Glitter Bow.
2 13’5” x 14” Garland - COTH w/18” Red Glitter Bow $ 536.00
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For the one (1) Large Oak Tree, we will wrap up into the foliage with fifty (50) Pure
White Commercial-grade LED light sets.
50 Commercial-grade LED light sets Pure White $ 1,700.00
We will install one (1) Red Glitter Mesh Bow Sign Enhancer on the Anchorage Park
Monument Sign.
1 Red Bow Sign Enhancer Value Added
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For eighteen (18) Light Poles, we will wrap the pole with 12’ of PVC Garland with a Red
Glitter Bow on top. PVC will be alternating between white and green. (12) Ball Field. (3)
Volleyball. (3) Playground.
18 12’ PVC Garland Wrap w/Red Bow $ 3,150.00
TOTAL AREA 3 $ 7,696.00
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AREA 4 – COMMUNITY CENTER
Total 10.00 Amps
For the front of the building, we will outline the marked areas with a total of 100’ of C7
12" spacing white cord light line with Pure White LED Bulbs.
100’ C7 12" spacing white cord light line w/Pure White LED Bulbs $ 600.00
We will light up fifteen (15) Palm Trees, with eight (8) Pure White Commercial-grade
LED light sets each.
120 Commercial-grade LED light sets Pure White $ 4,080.00
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We will install one (1) LED Sign Enhnacer on top of the Monument Sign.
1 LED Sign Enhancer $ 1,200.00
We will scatter throughout the hedges with fifteen (15) Pure White Hedge Sets and
fifteen (15) Red Hedge Sets.
15 Hedge Sets Pure White $ 300.00
15 Hedge Sets Red $ 300.00
TOTAL AREA 4 $ 6,480.00
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AREA 5 – OSBORNE PARK
Total 18.50 Amps
For each of the ten (10) Oak trees, we will wrap up into the foliage with an average of
forty (40) Pure White Commercial-grade LED light sets.
400 Commercial-grade LED light sets Pure White $ 13,600.00
We will install the LED Deer Family Bundle Photo Op within the park.
1 LED Deer Family Photo Op Value Added
Includes 3 LED Deer Displays
TOTAL AREA 5 $ 13,600.00
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AREA 6 – PUBLIC SAFETY – 560 U.S. HWY 1
Total 14.11 Amps
We will outline the front (west side) of the Public Safety Builidng with a total of 250’ of
C7 12" spacing white cord light line with Pure White LED Bulbs.
250’ C7 12" spacing white cord w/Pure White LED bulbs $ 1,500.00
For each of the thirteen (13) Palm Trees, we will wrap the trunks with sixteen (16) Pure
White Commercial-grade LED light sets and at the top do a 12" Color Band using two
(2) Red or Green Commercial-grade LED light sets. (alternating color bands)
208 Commercial-grade LED light sets Pure White $ 7,072.00
14 Commercial-grade LED light sets Red $ 476.00
12 Commercial-grade LED light sets Green $ 408.00
Equipment Charge $ 1,430.00
TOTAL AREA 6 $ 10,886.00
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AREA 7 – VILLAGE HALL – 501 U.S. HWY 1
Total 37.16 Amps
We will outline the entire Village Hall building, including the middle peak, with 750’ of C7
12" spacing white cord light line with Pure White LED Bulbs
750’ C7 12" spacing white cord w/Pure White LED bulbs $ 4,500.00
For each of the six (6) Royal Palms, we will wrap the trunks up to the boot with fourteen
(14) Commercial-grade LED light sets. Alternating between Red and Pure White to give
a “Candy Cane” effect. We will light up the fronds with ten (10) Green LED Frond Sets
42 Commercial-grade LED light sets Pure White $ 1,428.00
42 Commercial-grade LED light sets Red $ 1,428.00
60 LED Frond Sets Green $ 1,800.00
Equipment Charge $ 600.00
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Picture is an example of proposed décor
We will install one (1) 8’ x 5’ 3D LED Red and White Ornament Scroll Sign Enhancer,
located on the monument sign, matching the candy cane trees. We will scatter
thoughout the hedges with ten (10) Pure White LED Hedge Sets and ten (10) Red LED
Hedge Sets.
1 3D LED Red and White Ornament Scroll Sign Enhnacer $ 1,300.00
10 LED Hedge Sets Pure White $ 200.00
10 LED Hedge Sets Red $ 200.00
For each of the four (4) Light Poles, located along the walkway on the west side of the
building, we will install one (1) 18’ x 14” LED PW Garalnd with an 18” Red Glitter Bow
on top. For the Main Entrance Doors, we will install two (2) 24” LED Wreaths lit with
Pure White lights and decorated in Colors of the Holiday with a 12” Red Glitter Bow.
4 18’ x 14” LED PW Garland w/18” Red Glitter Bow $ 740.00
2 24” LED Wreath – Pure White – COTH w/1” Red Glitter Bow $ 460.00
TOTAL AREA 7 $ 12,656.00
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AREA 8 – PUBLIC WORKS – 645 PROSPERITY FARMS RD
Total 7.17 Amps
Picture is an example of proposed décor
We will outline the front of the the Public Safety Building with 120’ of C7 12" spacing
white cord light line with Pure White LED Bulbs. We will install one (1) LED Sign
Enhancer.
120’ C7 12" spacing white cord w/Pure White LED bulbs $ 720.00
1 LED Sign Enhancer $ 1,500.00
We will wrap the four (4) Palm Trees, located closest to the building, with six (6) Pure
White Commercial-grade LED light sets and at the top do a 12" Color Band using two
(2) Red or Green Commercial-grade LED light sets. (alternate color bands)
24 Commercial-grade LED light sets Pure White $ 816.00
4 Commercial-grade LED light sets Red $ 136.00
4 Commercial-grade LED light sets Green $ 136.00
We will scatter throughout the hedge, located in front of the building, with forty (40) Pure
White LED Hedge sets.
40 LED Hedge sets Pure White $ 800.00
TOTAL AREA 8 $ 4,108.00
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AREA 9 – SHIP WHEELS & BANNER DÉCOR
Total 0.00 Amps
For each of the twenty-five (25) Village Ship Wheels, located throughout the village, we
will install one (1) 24” Red Glitter Bow.
25 24” Red Glitter Bow $ 1,200.00
For each of the forty (40) Streetlight Poles, along the east side of US Highway 1 within
the Village of North Palm Beach, we will install one (1) 29” x 96” Holiday Banner.
40 29” x 96” Holiday Banner Palm Tree $ 5,600.00
TOTAL AREA 9 $ 6,800.00
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GENERAL TERMS
VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH
Holiday Program 2026
No power cords will be run on the ground where there is pedestrian access, Customer is
responsible for providing functioning outlets within twenty-five (25’) of areas to be lit,
Please note; Customer is responsible for turning power on during installation and service.
All tree trimming to be completed by the 1st week in September and hedges by
November 1st. If not completed at time of installation, additional charge may incur.
If your proposal includes an exterior artificial Tree, Christmas Designers Florida always
recommends the usage of a fence around the tree to avoid unauthorized access. If your
proposal does not include a fence, please talk to our sales team.
All lighting will be serviced throughout the season from “turn on” through December 31st.
All lighting will be disconnected the 1st week of January of each season under contract
(not actual removal of the lights). To keep the lights lit for an extended period, please talk
to our sales team as it may incur additional charges.
Removal of holiday lighting will begin the 1st week of January and be completed by the
2nd week of February.
All visual decorations will be removed no later than January 15th of each season.
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COST RECAP
VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH
REV3 Holiday Program 2026 - RFP 2024-PW-#122524
Area 1 – Veterans Park $ 30,916.00
Area 2 – Village Library $ 5,797.50
Area 3 – Anchorage Park $ 7,696.00
Area 4 – Community Center $ 6,480.00
Area 5 – Osborne Park $ 13,600.00
Area 6 – Public Safety $ 10,886.00
Area 7 – Village Hall $ 12,656.00
Area 8 – Public Works $ 4,108.00
Area 9 – Ship Wheels & Banner Décor $ 6,800.00
Service of Lights – Light up through December 31st per season NO CHARGE
TOTAL VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH PER SEASON $ 98,939.50
2025 SPEND: $70,955.50
INCREASE FROM 2025 = $ 27,984.00
Village of North Palm Beach
Audit Advisory Committee
June 3, 2026, 5:30 pm
Council Chambers
MEETING MINUTES
● CALL TO ORDER: Allen Kramer, Chair - 5:31 pm
● ROLL CALL:
○ Committee Representatives
■ Allen Kramer, Chair
■ Chad Misselhorn, Vice Chair
■ Darryl Aubrey, Member
■ Dave Talley, Member
■ Francine Mantyh, Member
■ John Campbell, Member
■ Leanne Schmitt, Member (absent)
○ Village Representatives
■ Samia Janjua, Deputy Village Manager
■ Erica Ramirez, Director of Finance (Committee Liaison)
■ Orlando Puyol, Councilmember Representative
● APPROVAL OF MINUTES: March 11, 2026 Meeting
Francine Mantyh made a motion to approve the March 11, 2026 meeting minutes with noted name
corrections. The motion was seconded and approved.
The Committee agreed that future meeting minutes should identify the member making each motion,
the member seconding the motion, and the resulting vote.
● PUBLIC COMMENTS: none
● NEW BUSINESS:
○ Election of Advisory Committee Leadership
■ Village staff advised that the applicable ordinance permits a Chair to serve
successive terms upon unanimous approval of the Committee.
■ Francine Mantyh nominated Allen Kramer to serve another term as Chair. John
Campbell seconded the nomination. The nomination was approved unanimously.
■ Francine Mantyh nominated Chad Misselhorn to serve as Vice Chair. The nomination
was seconded and approved.
■ The Committee discussed whether additional officer positions were necessary and
determined that, given the size of the Committee, no additional positions were
needed.
○ Budget Process
■ Francine Mantyh discussed her experience attending Village budget workshops and
noted that the meetings provided helpful insight into both Village revenues and
expenditures. She encouraged Committee members to participate in future
workshops.
■ Village staff provided an update on the budget process, including upcoming
departmental presentations and the anticipated presentation of the Village Manager's
proposed budget during the second Council meeting in July. Staff noted that August
budget workshop dates had not yet been established and agreed to provide the
Committee with the meeting calendar once available.
■ Village staff and Councilmember Representative Orlando Puyol encouraged
Committee members to participate in the Village's budget and strategic planning
discussions, noting the Committee's financial expertise and role as a stakeholder in
the process.
○ Investment Policy
■ Erica Ramirez advised that Committee consideration of the proposed Investment
Policy revisions remained outstanding following the prior presentation by PFM.
■ The Committee discussed two remaining areas for consideration: recommendations
regarding the proposed revisions to the Investment Policy and whether the
Committee should recommend a change in the amount of Village funds allocated to
longer-term investments.
■ The Committee agreed that Leanne Schmitt's input would be valuable given her
experience with public funds and investments and elected to defer a final
recommendation until she could participate in the discussion.
■ Staff noted that any amendment to the Investment Policy would ultimately require
two readings before Village Council. The Committee discussed timing and agreed
that an interim meeting in September would be appropriate so that the matter could
move forward prior to the next annual audit cycle.
○ Capital Improvement Plan
■ Allen Kramer requested additional information regarding the Village's long-term
Capital Improvement Plan to help provide context when evaluating the appropriate
level of funds available for longer-term investment.
■ Village staff advised that both the one-year and five-year Capital Improvement Plans
were available and that the five-year plan identified projects and anticipated funding
sources. Staff agreed to provide the Committee with a direct link to the Capital
Improvement Plan information and to resend the five-year CIP spreadsheet
previously provided to the Committee.
○ Country Club Parking Project Update
■ John Campbell requested an update on the status of the Committee's prior
recommendation regarding the Country Club parking project.
■ Village staff advised that the Committee's recommendation, along with the
recommendation of the Country Club Advisory Board, had been presented to Village
Council. Council requested additional information before making a final decision.
■ Staff was working to obtain more formalized pricing and a breakdown of project costs
between the Country Club and General Fund portions before returning the matter to
Council.
○ Next Meeting
■ The Committee discussed the timing of its next meeting and agreed to tentatively
schedule the next meeting for September 16, 2026 at 5:30 pm.
■ The tentative agenda would include final recommendations regarding the Investment
Policy and review of preliminary August financial results, if available.
● OLD BUSINESS: none
● MEMBER COMMENTS: none
● STAFF COMMENTS: none
● ADJOURNMENT: meeting adjourned at 6:07 pm
○ Follow-Up Items
■ Future Committee minutes should identify the motion maker, seconder, and vote
result for each formal action.
■ Village staff will provide the Committee with upcoming budget workshop dates when
available.
■ Village staff will provide a direct link to the Village Capital Improvement Plan
information.
■ Village staff will resend the five-year Capital Improvement Plan spreadsheet to the
Committee.
Village of North Palm Beach
Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
AGENDA
September 8, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Village Hall Council Chambers
1) Call to Order: Chair Sorensen
2) Roll Call:
3) Approval of Minutes:
● August 11, 2026
● Board member Heiman motioned to approved, Board member Gilde Dumas
seconded. Secretary Misselhorn pointed out a typo in Agenda and Board
member Budnyk found a small typo in minutes. Approved with small changes
made.
4) Public Comments:
5) Director’s Report:
● Project Updates
i. Anchorage Park Trail, Kayak Launch, & Fitness Station Project: Village
is still waiting for the state to confirm the commencement letter
1. Board member Heiman inquired if there is a time limit to when the
money must be spent or construction
2. Chair Sorensen inquired if the construction company will still
honor quote and Director Shipman confirmed the company is
flexible and still honoring quote
ii. Anchorage Park Building - being tented for termites Thursday,
September 10th - Saturday, September 12th
1. Board member Gold Dumas inquired where the staff will be and
Rec Manager Wernisch and Director Shipman said they will split
up into different areas.
2. Board member Heiman inquired on how residents and park goers
will contact staff if needed and Director Shipman confirmed there
will be signage with contact info.
iii. Thor Guard updates all complete
1. Chair Sorensen confirmed this will be helpful for coaches, etc.
2. Director Shipman explained that the app shows only predicted
lightning closures and not rain/inclement weather closures
3. Currently exploring RainoutLine app as well, which would have
more details on specific closure locations
iv. Lakeside Park Playground parts will be arriving in late September
1. Vice Chair Bales inquired about the park getting all new
equipment, Director Shipman confirmed it is in the capital plan but
working on a FRDAP grant for 250,000 that has been denied twice
and will be applied for again as a third time. The Village would
match funds if approved. Director Shipman also explained that
just removing pieces has costs involved as well. Director Shipman
has also looked into combining it with a trails grant application
instead but cannot be done in combo with the FRDAP grant.
2. Secretary Misselhorn asked about the parts being replaced and it is
some climbing pieces that rusted out
v. Pickleball Courts windscreen is being measured again, missing one
section.
1. Vice Chair asked if more time had been added to the Pickleball
schedule and Recreation Manager Wernisch confirmed times were
added
2. Board member Heiman inquired if usage has increased and if that
could be researched
3. Vice Chair Bales suggested the rec team make a reel with all the
different activities offered. Board member Heiman suggested the
same for the flyer. If possible, highlight offerings more which
could help get usage up at Osborne Park, i.e. tournaments. Board
member Bales inquired about table tennis, and Recreation Manager
Wernisch confirmed that the Village already offers table tennis, in
addition to many other activities. Wernisch also explained that
activities such as table tennis have sign-ups with instructors, so not
free play.
vi. Community Center outdoor restrooms have been renovated, and the
exterior of the building and interior of the gymnasium have been painted
vii. Spin Orbit work has begun and hopefully will be completed by end of
week.
viii. New fish bike rack going on concrete slab outside Anchorage Park,
expected delivery
● Special Events
● New Programs
i. Mah Jongg/Canasta Open play all ages at Anchorage Park Building
1. Begins October 2pm every Friday 10-1pm
2. Director Shipman said it is free for now and will see how the time
frame works.
3. Board member Heiman pointed out how popular it is and inquired
on how long it will run, Director Shipman said as long as it is we
have the facility space to offer it
4. No instructor; opportunity to drop in and play - Board members
Heiman and Budnyk suggest adding that to information
5. 2 Mah Jongg tables and 2 Canasta tables for now since Tai Chi is
in the big room
ii. Stroller Society
1. Vice Chair Bales asked about registration and cost, Director
Shipman confirmed information will be shared on how to contact
instructor
● Athletic Programs
i. Mini baseball program begins Thursday
ii. Youth Flag Football
1. Chair Sorensen reported that as a coach the try-outs were
confusing and could use better instructions for the future;
Otherwise going well and a lot of kids. Director Shipman inquired
into the communication coaches are being received from the Parks
& Rec team and Chair Sorensen explained that he has not received
anything but perhaps the other designated coach is receiving the
correspondence. Director Shipman will pass that along to staff to
help ensure communication is reaching all necessary parties.
iii. Basketball Clinic – September 26th
1. Vice Chair Bales inquired to the age groups
a. Rec Manager Wernisch located the information on the NEW
website: 6-8, 9-11, 12-14
iv. Sports Survey is live and advertised to villagers to respond
1. Director Shipman said enrollment numbers have been falling so
they will use this data to consider changes or additions current
operations
2. Vice Chair Bales complimented the new website
3. Rec Manager Wernisch will be expecting responses from Advisory
Board Members and looks forward to all the data
● School’s out camps - please spread the word because enrollment is low
● Trivia- Vice Chair Bales inquired into a possible theme and there is not a
specific theme but often covers NPB history
● Halloween
i. Boo Village is Oct 17
1. No golf cart trunk or treat
2. Instead: inflatables, spooky trail, DJ, Characters, costume contest
3. Board member Heiman inquired if volunteers are needed, Director
Shipman thinks that will be needed since the spooky trail is new,
but definitely need volunteers for the 5K
ii. Links 5K on Oct 31 same day as Boo Bark Bash
1. Packet pick-up and pool party the night before
2. Board member Budnyk has sent communication to Cardinal
Newman for HS volunteers after Parks Manager Poh sent the
information
3. Flyer and signs will be put up for Book Bark Bash
4. Vice Chair Bales asked about vendors giving away treats
5. Boo Bark Bash, Santa Sweater Pawty, and Sniffs & Kisses events
are the big dog events
6. Director Shipman will send an email with volunteers needed
iii. Crafty Pumpkins activity is returning on November 7th
iv. Board member Heiman suggested moving up Volunteers for October
Halloween Event on the agenda discussion
● Marina updates
i. Kelsey, new part-time Recreation Assistant, has spent about 90% of her
time verifying residency, sending over 100 certified letters, reviewing
inspection reports and addressing inspection violations.
ii. Once residency verification is complete; this will create a true number on
the waitlist
iii. Contracts will be mailed out and must be paid by date set.
1. Last year deadline was October 15th due to the raise in rate
2. October 1st is due date this year
iv. Board member Heiman asked what removal looks like, Director Shipman
confirmed it is a tow truck removal.
v. Board member Heiman inquired into out of towners, and they must
submit the same information virtually. Director Shipman confirms it must
be a complete contract from out of towners before accepting check.
vi. Director Shipman would like this to be an improved process with written
procedure and compliments Kelsey and Rec Manager Wernisch for their
work on this process.
vii. Board members agree this is all to improve the system and is a lot of
work on the front end but will be an overall improvement to ensure
fairness and transparency.
viii. Board member Heiman appreciates the work the Parks & Rec team has
done.
ix. Director Shipman would like to have all these written procedures and
contract language on the website and updated by the end of this calendar
year. Does not have a date for opening back up the waitlist. Board
member Heiman asked about the waitlist fee and when that would be
implemented. Director Shipman said this will be considered when the
waitlist opens back up.
x. Since this only serves 1% of the population it has been hard to find the
time to dedicate but Director Shipman confirmed that the department is
on the right track.
6) New Business:
●
7) Old Business:
● Volunteers for October Halloween events
o Discussed above
● Preserving and improving green space
o Board member Budnyk brought up the east side of the Community
Center being under-utilized and looking into how to make the green
space better. Consider how to improve the nature that is already there.
We are losing green space all over the state. Picnic in the park was
recommended with possible food trucks by Board member Budnyk and
Vice Chair Bales.
o Director Shipman reminded that Beats and Eats is better situated at
Anchorage with the playground. To help activate the back of the park,
Director Shipman also reminded the Board that 2 new Noblewin benches
will be added there as well.
▪ Wants to activate as much of the area as possible. Mini gardening
was hosted at the pavilion by Bird Village. Will look at different
opportunities. Area will also be used for Spooky trail. Director
Shipman would prefer to remove the volleyball court and then
place a new one in Anchorage instead, to add more green space.
Board member Budnyk says it is nice to have it but hard to
maintain because of trees. Chair Sorensen inquired if that could be
moved closer to the basketball courts but most likely not. Books,
Blankets, and Baskets was as recommended event by Board
member Bales.
8) Member Comments:
● Board member Budnyk will not be here for Oct 13 meeting but will make sure
the Agenda is out.
● Chair Sorensen asked about forms for Veterans Day for static displays
i. Director Shipman said Rec Manager has spoken to Principal Schuemann
about using TCS parking that day
9) Staff Comments:
10) Board Comments/Recommendations to be presented to Council
(FYI - Chair reported to Council @ June 25, 2026 Council Mtg.)
11) Adjournment:
● Board member Budnyk made motion to adjourn, Board member Heiman
seconded
VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH
VILLAGE MANAGER’S OFFICE
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council
THRU: Chuck Huff, Village Manager
FROM: Samia Janjua, Deputy Village Manager
DATE: October 22, 2026
SUBJECT: Resolution – FY2026 Year-End Budget Amendment and CIP Funding
Replenishment
Background
This Resolution approves a transfer of $800,000 from the General Fund to the Capital Projects Fund to
partially replenish funding used for the Davidson Property purchase and the Police radio replacement.
The Resolution also amends the FY2026 Budget to eliminate the budgeted $450,000 General Fund
transfer to the Country Club and authorizes the Village Manager to transfer additional available FY2026
General Fund budgetary savings, up to the total amount of $1,087,453.
Davidson Property
On September 25, 2025, the Village Council approved the purchase of the Davidson Property for
$530,000 (Resolution No. 2025-49). At that time, the purchase was funded using available Capital
Projects Fund resources, with the understanding that the funds would be replenished through a
subsequent budget amendment from the General Fund.
Police Radios
On September 24, 2026, the Village Council approved the purchase of replacement of Police Radios
(Resolution No. 2026-46). At that time, the purchase was funded using available Capital Projects Fund
resources, with the understanding that the additional funding needed for the purchase would be
replenished through a subsequent budget amendment from the General Fund.
Country Club Transfer
The FY2026 Budget included a $450,000 General Fund transfer to the Country Club for Pool, Tennis,
and Community Space operations. During the budget discussions, Council indicated that Staff should
review the transfer at year-end to determine whether the funding would be needed.
Although the Pool operation is currently projected to have a shortfall, preliminary FY2026 results indicate
that the Country Club Fund as a whole will end the year in a positive position. Based on these preliminary
results, the $450,000 General Fund transfer to the Country Club is not anticipated to be needed.
The proposed budget amendment eliminates the $450,000 transfer to the Country Club and makes those
funds available to help replenish the Capital Projects Fund.
Budget Amendment
The total amount needed to replenish the Capital Projects Fund for the Davidson Property purchase and
Police radio replacement is $1,087,453, as follows:
Purpose Amount
Davidson Property $530,000
Police Radios 557,453
Total Funding Needed $1,087,453
During the FY2026 year-end review, Staff identified General Fund expenditure savings, primarily resulting
from personnel vacancies and operating expenditures. However, after accounting for outstanding
purchase orders that will be carried forward to FY2027 and allowing for any outstanding FY2026 invoices,
Staff has determined that $800,000 in budgetary savings is available for transfer at this time.
The $800,000 transfer will be funded through the elimination of the budgeted $450,000 General Fund
transfer to the Country Club and $350,000 in other FY2026 General Fund expenditure savings.
Although the General Fund is projected to have sufficient year-end surplus to cover the full $1,087,453,
additional budgetary savings may be identified as Finance completes the year-end closing process. The
Village Manager may authorize additional transfers of available FY2026 General Fund budgetary savings
to the Capital Projects Fund, up to the total amount of $1,087,453 needed to replenish the funding used
for the Davidson Property purchase and Police radio replacement, provided the transfers do not increase
the total appropriations of the General Fund. If sufficient FY2026 General Fund budgetary savings are
not available to replenish the full $1,087,453, Staff will retur n to Council at a later date with a
recommendation for funding the remaining balance.
The proposed budget amendment will be effective retroactive to September 30, 2026.
The attached Resolution has been prepared and/or reviewed by the Village Attorney for legal sufficiency.
Budget Amendment:
Account Description Use Source
General Fund:
A5206 (Operating) Planning – Operating Expenses $200,000
A8028 (Personnel) Recreation – Personnel Expenses 150,000
A5540-49041 Transfer to Country Club 450,000
A5540-49032 Transfer to Capital Projects Fund $800,000
Total General Fund $800,000 $800,000
Capital Projects Fund:
K3900-09180 Transfer in from General Fund $800,000
K5541-66000 Reserve Expenses - Capital $800,000
Total Capital Projects Fund $800,000 $800,000
Recommendation:
Village Staff recommends Council adoption of the Resolution approving the transfer of $800,000
from the General Fund to the Capital Projects Fund to partially replenish funding used for the
Davidson Property purchase and Police radio replacement, eliminating the budgeted $450,000
General Fund transfer to the Country Club, authorizing the Village Manager to transfer additional
available FY2026 General Fund budgetary savings up to a total transfer amount of $1,087,453
without increasing total General Fund appropriations, and approving the necessary FY2026
budget amendment, effective retroactive to September 30, 2026. Any remaining balance will be
brought back to Council for consideration at a later date.
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RESOLUTION 2026-
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH
PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE ADOPTED GENERAL FUND
BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026 TO TRANSFER $800,000 FROM THE
GENERAL FUND TO THE CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND AND ELIMINATE THE
$450,000 GENERAL FUND TRANSFER TO THE COUNTRY CLUB;
AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO TRANSFER ADDITIONAL
AVAILABLE FISCAL YEAR 2026 GENERAL FUND SAVINGS TO THE
CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, as part of the Fiscal Year 2026 year-end budget process, the Village Council wishes to
amend the adopted Fiscal Year 2026 budget to transfer $800,000 from the General Fund to the Capital
Projects Fund to partially replenish funding used to purchase the Davidson property and Police
Department radio equipment and to eliminate the $450,000 General Fund transfer to the Country
Club; and
WHEREAS, the Village Council further wishes to authorize the Village Manager to transfer
additional available Fiscal Year 2026 General Fund budgetary savings to the Capital Projects fund up
to a total amount of $1,087,453 to fund the capital purchases; and
WHEREAS, the Village Council determines that the adoption of a budget amendment to transfer
General Fund monies to the Capital Projects Fund is in the best interests of the Village and its
residents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF NORTH PALM
BEACH, FLORIDA, as follows:
Section 1. The foregoing recitals are ratified as true and incorporated herein.
Section 2. The Village Council hereby amends the Fiscal Year 2026 General Fund budget to
replenish the Capital Projects Fund and authorizes and directs the Mayor and Village Clerk to execute
the following budget amendment on behalf of the Village:
Budget Amendment:
Account Description Use Source
General Fund:
A5206 (Operating) Planning – Operating Expenses $200,000
A8028 (Personnel) Recreation – Personnel Expenses 150,000
A5540-49041 Transfer to Country Club 450,000
A5540-49032 Transfer to Capital Projects Fund $800,000
Total General Fund $800,000 $800,000
Capital Projects Fund:
K3900-09180 Transfer in from General Fund $800,000
K5541-66000 Reserve Expenses - Capital $800,000
Total Capital Projects Fund $800,000 $800,000
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Section 3. The Village Council further authorizes the Village Manager to transfer additional
Fiscal Year 2026 General Fund budgetary savings to the Capital Projects Fund up to a total amount
of $1,087,453 needed to replenish the funding utilized for the purchase of the Davidson property and
the Police Department radio equipment provided that such transfers do not increase the total
appropriations of the General Fund.
Section 4. All resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict with this Resolution are hereby
repealed to the extent of such conflict.
Section 5. This Resolution shall be effective retroactive to September 30, 2026.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 22nd DAY OF OCTOBER, 2026.
(Village Seal)
MAYOR
ATTEST:
VILLAGE CLERK
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VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH
VILLAGE ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council
THRU: Chuck Huff, Village Manager
FROM: Leonard G. Rubin, Village Attorney
DATE: October 22, 2026
SUBJECT: DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION – Follow up on additional issues for Charter Review
At its October 8, 2026, meeting, this office presented the Charter Review Committee’s recommendations
for amendments to the Village Charter. The Council accepted each of the recommendations with minor
revisions. The purpose of this memorandum is to address the additional issues raised by the members
of the Council during its discussion of the proposed amendments.
1. Deletion of the Village’s legal description (Article II – Territorial Boundaries):
Article II of the Village Charter contains a complete legal description of the Village. As required by Section
171.091, Florida Statutes, the Village Charter has been amended over the years to reflect the changes
in the Village’s municipal boundaries due to the annexation of additional property.
Because the Village’s legal description was included in the Charter when it was submitted to the electors
in 1976, it cannot be eliminated through the charter amendment process. Section 166.031(1), Florida
Statutes, specifically provides that a municipality’s governing body may submit a proposed charter
amendment “to any part or to all of said charter except that part describing the boundaries of such
municipality.” Therefore, the Village cannot initiate an amendment to the Village Charter to remove the
metes and bounds legal description set forth in Article II. See also AGO 79-34 (“Florida law clearly
requires that the boundaries of a municipality remain in its charter and that the charter be amended or
revised whenever the boundaries are changed, with the amendment or revision filed with the Department
of State”).
2. Correction of the Vision Statement (Article I.A)
The second paragraph of the Vision Statement incorporated into the Village Charter by referendum vote
in 2002 states as follows:
Since being incorporated in 1956, the Village of North Palm Beach has been a beacon in
community spirit, citizen service, and continuous improvement. Each article in this Charter
is aimed at sustaining that light. Only an informed citizenry and properly mot ivated public
servants can preserve and widen the vision of the greatest place to live under the sun.
Council inquired whether the word “greatest” could be changed to “best” to conform with the Village’s
current tagline of being the “best place to live under the sun.” Unfortunately, changing a single word of
an elector-approved Vision Statement would require a subsequent Charter Amendment. There are only
two narrow exceptions that would permit the Village Council to amend the Charter without a referendum.
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First, as discussed above, the Village may amend the legal description to include newly annexed
property. Second, Section 166.031(5), Florida Statutes, provides that “a municipality by unanimous vote
of the governing body, may abolish municipal departments provided for in the municipal charter and
amend provisions or language out of the charter which has been judicially construed, either by judgment
or by binding legal precedent from a decision of a court of last resort, to be contrary to the State
Constitution or the Federal Constitution.” Because neither of these exceptions applies here, the Village
Council would need to submit this change to referendum vote. It could, however, be added to the list of
“housekeeping” amendments.
3. Removal of the requirement that voting on ordinances and resolutions be “recorded in the
journal” (Article III, Section 9)
Article III, Section 9(c) of the Village Charter requires that “voting, on ordinances and resolutions, shall
be recorded in the journal.” While there may have been an official “journal” when the Charter was
readopted by referendum in 1976, no such document currently exists, and the Council’s votes on all
ordinances and resolutions are recorded in the official minutes, as required by law. Consequently, this
change may also be added to the list of “housekeeping” amendments.
4. Require that any election on an initiative or referendum petition be held concurrently with
a scheduled election (Article III, Section 10)
Article III, Section 10 of the Village Charter sets for the initiative and referendum procedures whereby the
electors have the power to propose ordinances for adoption by the Village Council (initiative) and the
power to require reconsideration of an adopted ordinance (referendum). If each of the procedural
requirements are met and the Council declines to either adopt a proposed ordinance or reconsider an
adopted ordinance, the issue is presented to the voters for final resolution in accordance with Section
10(f)(2), which provides as follows:
Submission to voters. The vote of the village on a proposed or referred ordinance shall be
held not less than thirty (30) days and not later than sixty (60) days from the date that the
petition was determined sufficient. If no regular village election is to be held within the
period described in this subsection, the council shall provide for a special election; except
that the council may, in its discretion, provide for a special election at an earlier date within
the described period. Copies of the proposed or referred ordinance shall be made
available at the polls.
Given the exorbitant cost of special elections, the Council inquired whether this provision could be
modified to delay the vote until the next election within the Village (either municipal, county, state or
federal) to mitigate the cost. Unfortunately, when evaluating restrictions on the initiative and referendum
process, courts have only allowed neutral, nondiscriminatory regulations of the voting procedure
necessary to ensure ballot integrity. See Browning v. Florida Hometown Democracy, Inc., PAC, 29 So.
3d 1053 (Fla. 2010). Given the lead time required by the Supervisor of Elections, the Council could
propose an extension of the timeframe from thirty (30) to sixty (60) days after the petition was determined
sufficient to sixty (60) to ninety (90) days after the petition was determined sufficient to increase the
likelihood that another Village-wide election would fall within the prescribed window. See City of Miami
Beach v. Herman, 346 So. 2d 122 (Fla. 3d DCA 1977) (court upheld municipal charter provision requiring
a minimum of sixty days between the certification of the petition and the date of election). However, the
Council likely cannot require that the election be delayed until the next election within the Village without
any prescribed timeframe as such a restriction could be considered an impermissible burden on the
initiative and referendum process.
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5. Address the role of the Village Clerk (Article IV, Section 7)
Article IV, Section 7 of the Village Charter provides that the Village Council is responsible for the
appointment, removal, and compensation of the Village Clerk. By extension, the Village Council also
assumes responsibility for the annual evaluation of the Village Clerk. Given that the members of the
Village Council spend limited time at Village Hall and do not interact with the Clerk on a day-to-day basis,
members of the Council indicated that they wished to see more coordination with and/or oversight by the
Village Manager. While many municipal clerks report directly to the municipality’s chief administrative
officer, the Village Clerk has always reported directly to the Village Council. Although Council could
propose an amendment to the Village Charter to require the Village Clerk to report to the Village
Manager,1 a more moderate approach would be to amend Section 2-67 of the Village Code (“Village
clerk; duties”) to address the Council’s concerns. By way of example only, the Village could, by
ordinance, modify Section 2-67 of the Village Code to add a new subsection (b) to address the issue:
(b) Coordination with the village manager. The village clerk shall coordinate daily
activities with the village manager in the same manner as other village department
heads, and the village manager may address routine administrative and
performance matters with the village clerk as part of such coordination. While the
village council retains the authority and responsibility for evaluating the village
clerk’s performance, the village manager may provide the village council with an
assessment of the village clerk’s administrative performance and provide any
additional information requested by the village council.
While the Village Council could also address the matter by resolution, resolutions are generally intended
to address matters that are more temporary in nature and are not codified in any specific location.
Therefore, future Village Councilmembers, Village Managers, and Village Clerk s would not necessarily
be aware of this requirement.
Recommendation:
Village Staff requests that the Village Council discuss the additional issues raised in this
memorandum and provide whatever direction and guidance the Village Council deems
appropriate.
1 By way of example, the Charter for the Town of Highland Beach provides as follows: “The Commission
shall designate by resolution a qualified person to serve as Town Clerk. Once employed, the Town Clerk
shall report to the Town Manager in accordance with Section 4.01 of this Charter and the Town’s
Personnel Rules and Regulations.”