01-13-2011 VC WS-MMINUTES OF THE WORKSHOP SESSION
VILLAGE COUNCIL OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
JANUARY 13, 2011
Present: William L. Manuel, Mayor
Darryl C. Aubrey, SaD., Vice Mayor
David B. Norris, President Pro Tem
Robert A. Gebbia, Councilman
Jimmy Knight, Village Manager
Leonard Rubin, Village Attorney
Melissa Teal, Village Clerk
Absent: T.R. Hernacki, P.E., Councilman
ROLL CALL
Mayor Manuel called the meeting to order at 8:20 p.m. All members of Council were present, except
Councilman Hernacki, who had a meeting conflict. All members of staff were present.
CODE AMENDMENT -POLICE AND FIRE PENSION PLAN
Discussian tank place concerning a proposed ordinance amending Section 2-161 of Article V,
"Pensions and Certain Other Benefits for Fire and Police Employees," of Chapter 2 of the Code of
Ordinances by removing the decrease in the cost of living adjustment (COLA. Mr. Knight related that
the General Employees Pension Baard approved a similar provision, which was subsequently enacted
by the Village Council in May 2010. Mr. Knight reported that there would be no actuarial impact, and
advised that both the PBA and IAFF have waived bargaining of this amendment.
Bonni Jensen, attorney for the Police and Fire Pension Board, was present to review the amendment.
Ms. Jensen explained that the COLA related to pension benefits is based on the consumer price index
(CPI-W}; however, it is never more than three percent. Ms. Jensen recommended establishing a "high
water mark," to provide that if the CPT-W decreases, retirees would not receive a cost of living increase
until the CPI-W exceeds its previous high water mark, which can be established by the actuary.
Council consensus was that language establishing this provision be added to the proposed ordinance.
This item was moved forward to the next Regular Session on January 2'1, 2011.
CODE AMENDMENT -COLLECTION OF RESIDENTIAL YARD WASTE
Discussion was held regarding a proposed ordinance amending Section 14-31, "Collection of
Residential Yard Waste," of Article II of Chapter 14 of the Code of Ordinances to limit registration and
yard waste removal requirements to commercial tree trimmers and landscape maintenance companies.
During discussion, it was suggested that definitions of "commercial" and "companies" be added to the
proposed ordinance. A concern was expressed that the Village ensure collection of yard waste
generated by the homeowner, who may also employ a landscape maintenance company that would be
required to remove the vegetative debris that it produces.
This item was placed on the January 27, 2011 Regular Session agenda.
Minutes of Village Council Workshop Session held January 13, 2Q11 Page 2 of 2
CODE AMENDMENT -PAIN MANAGEMENT CLINICS
Discussion took place concerning a proposed ordinance amending Appendix C, Zoning, of the Code of
Ordinances to impose additional restrictions on medical or dental offices or clinics and pharmacies
relating to the distribution and sale of controlled substances.
Village Attorney Len Rubin noted that Palm Beach County had delayed adoption of regulations for
another six months and recommended that North Palm Beach proceed to adopt its own regulations.
Mr. Rubin reviewed the proposed ordinance. Discussion ensued on page S, subsection 3, regarding the
percentage of prescription sales that may be derived from controlled substances within a 30-day
period. Council consensus was that it be limited to 15%. By consensus, Council directed that the
additional regulations specified in Section 45-36.T be applicable to drug stores as well as pharmacies.
It was requested that staff contact area drug stares to determine the potential impact. Pursuant to
Council discussion, Mr. Rubin will verify that "healthcare practitioner" is a defined term in Florida Statutes.
This item was placed on the January 27, 2011 Regular Session agenda.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT FUNDING FY2011 -STREET SIGNS
Discussion was held concerning replacing concrete monument street signs and applicable stop signs
within the Village with a new street sign and pole design.
An actual street sign depicting the pole and signage design was placed in Council Chambers for viewing.
Mr. Knight reviewed the estimated cost of $275,963.78 for 267 signs, including installation and a
10% contingency. Mr. Knight advised that removal of the old monument signs would be done in-house.
It was suggested that a notice be placed in the Village Newsletter, in order to obtain feedback from
residents on the proposed design. Mr. Knight will have the sign installed at the intersection of
Eastwind Drive and South Anchorage Drive by the Public Works Department, and will advertise the
location in the newsletter, so that residents may view the sign, and contact staff with any comments.
Mr. Knight noted the need to issue an Invitation to Bid before this item comes back for Council action.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned at 9:12 p.m.
Melissa Teal, CMC, Village Clerk