04-12-2018 VC REG-MPresent:
ROLL CALL
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION
VILLAGE COUNCIL OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
APRIL 12, 2018
David B. Norris, Mayor
Mark Mullinix, Vice Mayor
Susan Bickel, President Pro Tem
Darryl C. Aubrey, Sc.D., Councilmember
Deborah Searcy, Councilmember
Andrew D. Lukasik, Village Manager
Len Rubin, Village Attorney
Melissa Teal, Village Clerk
Mayor Norris called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. All members of Council were present
except Vice Mayor Mullinix who arrived at 7:40 p.m. All members of staff were present.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Aubrey gave the invocation and Mayor Norris led the public in the Pledge.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Minutes of the Regular Session held March 22, 2018 were approved as written.
STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC, PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
State Senator Bobby Powell, District 30, presented an update on the 2018 Legislative Session.
ORDINANCE 2018-03 — BUDGET AMENDMENT — GOLF COURSE LOAN
A motion was made by Councilmember Aubrey and seconded by Vice Mayor Mullinix to adopt
and enact on second reading Ordinance 2018-03 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA, APPROVING A LOAN FROM THE VILLAGE'S GENERAL FUND UNASSIGNED
FUND BALANCE TO FINANCE IMPROVEMENTS TO THE COUNTRY CLUB GOLF COURSE;
PROVIDING FOR THE TERMS OF THE LOAN; AMENDING THE COUNTRY CLUB BUDGET
TO ACCOUNT FOR THE LOAN PROCEEDS WITHIN THE GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE —
CONSTRUCTION AND MAJOR RENOVATION ACCOUNT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mr. Lukasik reported that staff, in consultation with the Audit Committee, recommended funding
improvements to the golf course and driving range through a $1.7 million loan from the General
Fund Unassigned Fund Balance to the Enterprise Fund.
Mayor Norris opened the public hearing. There being no comments from the public, Mayor Norris
closed the public hearing.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Ordinance 2018-03 and enact on second reading passed
unanimously.
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CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED
Vice Mayor Mullinix moved to approve the consent agenda. President Pro Tem Bickel seconded
( the motion, which passed unanimously. The following items were approved:
Resolution 2018-33 appointing Andrew Lukasilc to serve as the Village's representative
on the Governing Board of the Seacoast Utility Authority.
Resolution 2018-34 approving the purchase of three Zoll X Series Cardiac
Monitors/Defibrillators and accessories from Zoll Medical Corporation for use by the
Fire Rescue Department at a total cost of $81,592.47; authorizing a budget amendment to
fund the purchase; and declaring three existing cardiac monitors/defibrillators as surplus
property and authorizing their disposal.
Resolution 2018-35 approving a Contract with Florida Sidewalk Solutions, LLC for
repair of sidewalk trip hazards at a total coast not to exceed $74,917.53; and authorizing
execution of the Contract.
Receive for file Minutes of the Library Advisory Board meeting held 2/27/18
Receive for file Minutes of the Infrastructure Surtax Oversight Committee meeting held 3/14/18
Recommendation: "that surtax funds of $275,000 be allocated to seawall replacement with the stipulation that
any remaining fiinds go fust to stormwater improvements for Dory Road with any remaining funds thereafter
to go to other stormwater projects in the Village."
Receive for file Minutes of the Golf Advisory Board meeting held 3/19/18
Receive for file Minutes of the Waterways Board meeting held 3/20/18
RESOLUTION 2018-36 — FPE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT
A motion was made by Councilmember Aubrey and seconded by President Pro Tem Bickel to
adopt Resolution 2018-36 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA, APPROVING A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
VILLAGE AND THE FEDERATION OF PUBLIC EMPLOYEES AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND VILLAGE CLERK TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE
VILLAGE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mr. Lukasilc reviewed changes in the collective bargaining agreement. Mr. Lukasilc addressed
Council questions concerning Article 35, Wages, regarding salary ranges and the percentage of
employees who are at the top of the range for their position.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2018-36 passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION 2018-37 — LIGHTHOUSE DRIVE ENGINEERING AGREEMENT
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mullinix and seconded by President Pro Tem Bickel to
adopt Resolution 2018-37 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA APPROVING A PROPOSAL FROM ENGENUITY GROUP, INC. TO PROVIDE
A TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY OF LIGHTHOUSE DRIVE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
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RESOLUTION 2018-37 — LIGHTHOUSE DRIVE ENGINEERING AGREEMENT continued
j Mr. Lukasik noted participants in the Master Plan Charrette discussed traffic calming strategies
( to reduce speeding on Lighthouse Drive. Mr. Lukasik advised that a survey would be needed
prior to commencing any design work for Lighthouse Drive.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2018-37 passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION 2018-38 — TRUPOINT 300 MAPPING PROGRAM PURCHASE
A motion was made by Councilmember Searcy and seconded by Vice Mayor Mullinix to adopt
Resolution 2018-38 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA, APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF TRUPOINT 300 INCIDENT MAPPING
LASER EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE FROM LASER TECHNOLOGY, INC; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mr. Lukasik explained the equipment would be used to document, measure, and map vehicle
homicides and other crime scenes.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2018-38, as amended, passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION 2018-39 — ANCHORAGE PARK BULKHEAD REPAIR CONTRACT
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mullinix and seconded by Councilmember Aubrey to adopt
Resolution 2018-39 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA APPROVING A CONTRACT AWARD TO CONE & GRAHAM, INC. FOR THE
ANCHORAGE PARK BULKHEAD PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND
VILLAGE CLERK TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT ON BEHALF OF THE VILLAGE; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mr. Lukasik stated the contract provides for installation of the seawall and removal of the
peninsular area just south of the boat launch ramp at Anchorage Park. Mr. Lukasik reported the
Infrastructure Surtax Oversight Committee recommended redirecting funds for stormwater
improvements to the Anchorage Park project. Mr. Lukasik detailed other improvement projects that
are planned for the park, including floating docks, pedestrian pathways, landscaping, and lighting.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2018-39 passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION 2018-40 — POLICE OUTFITTING PACKAGE
A motion was made by Councilmember Searcy and seconded by Vice Mayor Mullinix to adopt
Resolution 2018-40 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA, APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF A POLICE OUTFITTING PACKAGE FOR A
2018 MARKED FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR SEDAN FROM DANA SAFETY SUPPLY
UTILIZING PRICING ESTABLISHED IN AN EXISTING CONTRACT WITH THE CITY OF
TAMPA; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2018-40 passed unanimously.
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RESOLUTION 2018-41 — POLICE VEHICLE AND LIGHTING PACKAGE PURCHASE
AND POLICE VEHICLE SURPLUS
A motion was made by Councilmember Aubrey and seconded by President Pro Tem Bickel to
adopt Resolution 2018-41 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA, APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF ONE 2018 UNMARKED FORD TAURUS
SEDAN FROM GARBER FORD INC. PURSUANT TO AN EXISTING STATE TERM
CONTRACT FOR MOTOR VEHICLES AND THE PURCHASE OF THE POLICE
LIGHTING PACKAGE FROM DANA SAFETY SUPPLY PURSUANT TO AN EXISTING
CONTRACT WITH THE CITY OF TAMPA; DECLARING ONE VEHICLE AS SURPLUS
PROPERTY AND AUTHORIZING ITS DISPOSAL; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2018-41 passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION 2018-42 — SURPLUS AND OBSOLETE MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT
POLICY REVISION
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mullinix and seconded by President Pro Tem Bickel to adopt
Resolution 2018-42 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA, REVISING THE VILLAGE'S SURPLUS AND OBSOLETE MATERIAL AND
EQUIPMENT POLICY AS SET FORTH IN THE VILLAGE'S ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND
PROCEDURES MANUAL FOR INTERNAL CONTROLS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mr. Lulcasilc explained the policy changes. During discussion, it was noted that in addition to
vehicles, other items of equipment could be declared a total loss by the Village's insurance company.
Mr. Rubin suggested that the language in the policy could be revised to state that "Village Council
approval is not required when our insurer has declared a vehicle or an item of equipment as a
total loss."
A motion to amend Resolution 2018-42 was made by Councilmember Searcy and seconded by
President Pro Tem Bickel. The motion passed unanimously.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2018-42, as amended, passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION 2018-43 — PUBLIC WORKS GATE REPLACEMENT
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mullinix and seconded by President Pro Tem Bickel to adopt
Resolution 2018-43 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA ACCEPTING THE PROPOSAL FROM FLORIDA DOOR CONTROL FOR THE
PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF A NEW AUTOMATIC GATE AT THE PUBLIC
WORKS FACILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mr. Lulcasilc explained the need to replace the gate at Public Works. Discussion ensued
regarding the reasons for requesting a waiver of the purchasing policy.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2018-43 passed unanimously.
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RESOLUTION 2018-44 — PRESICION LANDSCAPE COMPANY BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mullinix and seconded by Councilmember Aubrey to adopt
Resolution 2018-44 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA APPROVING A BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER WITH PRECISION LANDSCAPE
COMPANY OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, INC. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $25,000.00
FOR ANNUALS AND PLANTINGS FOR ROADWAYS, FACILITIES AND PARKS; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2018-44 passed unanimously.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS
Mr. Rubin discussed the firearms preemption lawsuit filed by certain municipalities and elected
officials. By consensus, the Council directed Mr. Rubin to contact the Weiss, Serota law firm and
provide more information on this matter at the next Regular Session.
Mayor Norris complimented staff on a successful Heritage Day event. Mayor Norris suggested
that next year's event have more advertising and outreach to area businesses for support.
Councilmember Searcy suggested discounted pricing for residents attending the event.
President Pro Tem Bickel commented on chlorine issues at the pool. President Pro Tem Bickel
requested these topics be placed on an upcoming agenda for Council discussion: Palm Beach
County Rowing's interest in leasing space at Anchorage Park and/or erecting a boathouse; an
opportunity to use the northern area at the Country Club for the sport of squash; and the need to
address the condition of residential properties in the Village through both code enforcement and
efforts to foster a sense of community.
Vice Mayor Mullinix welcomed the Village's new Communications Manager, Ed Cunningham.
MANAGER MATTERS/REPORTS
Mr. Lukasik explained the pool chlorine issue. Mr. Lukasik commented on code enforcement
and prioritization of resources. Mr. Lukasik discussed the Neighborhood Enhancement Team
and training for staff who are leading this effort.
Mr. Lukasik reported on the clubhouse project schedule.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:18 p.m.
Melissa Teal, MMC, Village Cleric