01-11-2018 VC REG-MPresent:
Absent:
ROLL CALL
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION
VILLAGE COUNCIL OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
JANUARY 11, 2018
Darryl C. Aubrey, Sc.D., Mayor
Robert A. Gebbia, Vice Mayor
Mark Mullinix President Pro Tem
Susan Bickel, Councilmember
Andrew D. Lukasik, Village Manager
Lara Donlon, Village Attorney
Melissa Teal, Village Clerk
David B. Norris, Councilmember
Mayor Aubrey called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. All members of Council were present
except for Councilmember Norris, who was absent due to illness. All members of staff were present.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Bickel gave the invocation and Mayor Aubrey led the public in the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Minutes of the Regular Session held December 14, 2017 and Minutes of the Special Session
held January 4, 2018 were approved as written.
PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE 2018-01 — INVESTMENT
POLICY REVISION
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Gebbia and seconded by Councilmember Bickel to adopt
and enact on second reading Ordinance 2018-01 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING ARTICLE I, "IN GENERAL," OF CHAPTER 2, "ADMINISTRATION,"
OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY AMENDING SECTION 2-4,
"INVESTMENT POLICY OF THE VILLAGE," TO REVISE THE PERCENTAGES APPLICABLE
TO SHORT-TERM PORTFOLIO INVESTMENTS; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mr. Lukasik explained the revision would allow more flexibility by increasing the maximum
short-term portfolio investments as an alternative to using only checking and savings accounts
for liquid assets.
Mayor Aubrey opened the public hearing. There being no comments from the public, Mayor Aubrey
closed the public hearing.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt and enact Ordinance 2018-01 on second reading passed 4-0, with
all present voting aye.
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PUBLIC HEARING AND FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE 2018-02 — COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
AMENDMENT — INCORPORATING EAR -BASED AMENDMENTS
A motion was made by Councilmember Bickel and seconded by President Pro Tem Mullinix to
adopt on first reading Ordinance 2018-02 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
TO IMPLEMENT ITS EVALUATION AND APPRAISAL REPORT; REPEALING THE PUBLIC
SCHOOL CONCURRENCY ELEMENT AND REVISING THE COASTAL MANAGEMENT
ELEMENT AND THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION ELEMENT; UPDATING
THE PLAN TO REFLECT STATUTORY CHANGES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Community Development Director Denise Malone presented the Comprehensive Plan amendment.
Mrs. Malone explained the Village is statutorily required to complete an Evaluation and Appraisal
Report of its Comprehensive Plan every seven years. Mrs. Malone detailed the amendments to the
Comprehensive Plan elements. Mrs. Malone advised that a more. detailed review and amendments
would come forward to Council during staff's evaluation of the Comprehensive Plan in conjunction
with the Master Plan code revision process and Unified Land Development code revision process.
Discussion tools place concerning the Coastal Management Element regarding the development
of new and revised storm water regulations.
Mayor Aubrey opened the public hearing. There being no comments from the public, Mayor Aubrey
closed the public hearing.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Ordinance 2018-02 on first reading passed 4-0, with all present
voting aye.
PUBLIC HEARING AND RESOLUTION — CONDITIONAL USE FOR PERSONAL DOCK,
FINGER PIERS, AND BOAT LIFT AT 715 NORTHLAKE BOULEVARD
Community Development Director Denise Malone presented the conditional use request from
Joseph Marino to construct a dock, two finger piers, and a boat lift for personal use on his property
located at 715 Northlake Boulevard. Mrs. Malone noted the proposed layout was under review
by the Building Department.
Mayor Aubrey opened the public hearing. There being no comments from the public, Mayor Aubrey
closed the public hearing.
A motion was made by President Pro Tem Mullinix' and seconded by Vice Mayor Gebbia to
adopt Resolution 2018-01 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A
PERSONAL DOCK, FINGER PIERS AND A BOAT LIFT AT 715 NORTHLAKE BOULEVARD
WITHIN THE NORTHLAKE BOULEVARD OVERLAY ZONING DISTRICT; AND PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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PUBLIC HEARING AND RESOLUTION — CONDITIONAL USE FOR PERSONAL DOCK,
FINGER PIERS, AND BOAT LIFT AT 715 NORTHLAKE BOULEVARD continued
Discussion ensued on dock rentals in commercial zoning districts. Mr. Rubin opined that renting the
dock would make it subject to additional requirements for marinas. Mr. Rubin stated the Council
could include a restriction for personal use only. It was suggested that commercial property owners
on Northlake Boulevard be notified of this matter; thereafter, it was determined that Community
Development would address this issue during the application and permitting process.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2018-01 passed 4-0, with all present voting aye.
CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED
Vice Mayor Gebbia moved to approve the consent agenda. Councilmember Bickel seconded the
motion, which passed 4-0, with all present voting aye. The following items were approved:
Receive for file Minutes of the Library Advisory Board meeting held 11/28/17.
Receive for file Minutes of the Recreation Advisory Board meeting held 12/12/17.
Receive for file Minutes of the Golf Advisory Board meeting held 12/18/17.
RESOLUTION — ANCHORAGE PARK BALL FIELD SOD INSTALLATION
Brief discussion took place regarding item 6EL No action was taken and the item was removed
from the agenda.
RESOLUTION 2018-02 — SIDEWALK REPAIR CONTRACT
A motion was made by President Pro Tem Mullinix and seconded by Councilmember Bickel to
adopt Resolution 2018-02 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA APPROVING A CONTRACT AWARD TO FLORIDA SIDEWALK SOLUTIONS, LLC
FOR REPAIR OF SIDEWALK TRIP HAZARDS PURSUANT TO PRICING ESTABLISHED
IN AN EXISTING CONTRACT FOR REPAIR OF SIDEWALK TRIP HAZARDS WITH THE
TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE CLERK
TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT ON BEHALF OF THE VILLAGE; AND PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mr. Lukasik described the two -phased approach being used to address the repair and replacement
of Village sidewalks. Public Works Director Steven Hallock responded to Council questions.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2018-02 passed 4-0, with all present voting aye.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS
Councilmember Bickel reported finding two pecky cypress beams from the Oakes Mansion (also
known as the Winter Club) at the Public Works Facility, as well as original renderings of the
current Country Club. Councilmember Bickel expressed interest in seeing these items used in
new clubhouse. Councilmember Bickel noted the old flagpole from the diving tower has been
kept in storage and suggested it be considered for the new clubhouse.
Councilmember Bickel reported the original, marble plaque from Osborne Park has been stored
at Public Works and suggested it be returned to the park.
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MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS continued
Regarding construction of the new clubhouse, President Pro Tem Mullinix clarified that utility
taxes are the funding source for the project; further, the changes made to the initial design
resulted in overall savings of $583,000.00.
President Pro Tem Mullinix commented on undergrounding of utilities within the Village.
VILLAGE MANAGER MATTERS/REPORTS
Mr. Lukasilc discussed the budget and sponsorships for the March 2018 Village Art Show.
Councilmember Bickel described the event. Councilmember Bickel estimated costs would be
under $300.00 and stated local businesses would be asked to sponsor prizes. A motion was made
by Vice Mayor Gebbia to allocate funds not to exceed $500.00 from the Village Council budget.
The motion was seconded by President Pro Tem Mullinix and passed 4-0, with all present voting
aye.
Mr. Lukasilc initiated a discussion of alternatives for the Village's Independence Day Celebration,
due to demolition and construction of the new Country Club clubhouse and restoration of the
golf course. By consensus, the Council decided to forgo the annual Independence Day Celebration
and instead hold a farewell event at the Country Club prior to demolition.
Mr. Lukasilc noted Council received an email from a resident regarding a code violation for an
accessory structure (shed) in their backyard. Mr. Lukasik reported the Special Magistrate issued an
Order Finding Violation, and the fine assessment hearing is pending; therefore, the resident has
requested a code change to allow sheds. Special Projects Director Chuck Huff reviewed concerns
regarding sheds. Mr. Huff noted the typical construction materials used for sheds won't withstand
hurricane force winds, even when bolted down. Community Development Director Denise Malone
advised that sheds attached to the house would have to meet the building code. The Council was
not in favor of considering a code change to allow sheds as an accessory structure.
Discussion ensued concerning methods of informing residents regarding Village regulations. A
suggestion was made to consider utilizing a "welcome wagon" type of approach.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
Melissa Teal, MMC, Village Clerk