03-23-2006 VC WS-MMINUTES OF THE WORKSHOP SESSION
VILLAGE COUNCIL OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
MARCH 23, 2006
Present:
David B. Norris, Mayor
Dr. Edward M. Eissey, Vice Mayor
William Manuel, President Pro Tem
Charles R. O'Meilia, Councilman
Manny Grinn, Councilman
Mark Bates, Village Manager
Melissa Teal, CMC, Village Clerk
George W. Baldwin, Village Attorney
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Mayor Norris called the meeting to order at 10:45 p.m. All members of Council were present.
All members of staff were present.
GAS TANK REPLACEMENT
Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor Mark Vadas discussed removal and replacement of gas tanks at
Public Services.
Village Manager Mark Bates advised that in the 30 days prior to the contractor beginning the
remediation work, the Council will need to make a decision on whether to install new tanks that
will meet federal requirements mandated for compliance by 2009. Mr. Bates reported that action
by the Department of Environmental Protection is expected within 60 days. Mr. Bates noted that
upon action by the DEP, a request for $160,000 for replacement of the existing fuel tanks and
dispensing system will be placed on the agenda for Council approval.
Discussion ensued on soliciting bids for the installation of the new tanks and fuel dispensing
system. Mr. Bates noted that excavation for the new tanks will be performed by the contractor at
the time of the remediation project. Mr. Bates reported that the new tanks and metering system
will be purchased using government piggyback contracts.
Mr. Bates advised that currently there are two small linked tanks that hold gasoline, which will
be replaced with two larger tanks, one holding gasoline and one holding diesel.
VILLAGE MANAGER MATTERS
Mr. Bates noted items for an upcoming agenda, including appointment of a Councilman to the
Audit Committee, and appointment of a resident member to the Police and Fire Pension Board.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned at 10:52 p.m.
Melissa Teal, CMC
Village Clerk