08-08-2002 VC WS-MMINUTES OF THE WORKSHOP SESSION
OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL
OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
HELD THURSDAY, AUGUST 8, 2002
Present:
Dr. Edward M. Eissey, Mayor
Don Noel, Vice Mayor
.Toseph A. Tringali, President Pro Tem
Charles R. O'Meilia, Councilman
David B. Norris, Councilman
Dennis W. Kelly, Village Manager
George W. Baldwin, Village Attorney
Melissa Teal, CMC, Village Clerk
Absent:
ROLL CALL
Kathleen F. Kelly, CMC, Village Clerk
Mayor Eissey called the meeting to order at 9:35 p.m. All members of the Council were present.
All members of staff were present, except Village Clerk Kathleen Kelly, who was out of the
country.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Discussion took place regarding the recommendation of the Recreation Advisory Board to revise
the policy on building rental rates. This item will be placed on an upcoming agenda for further
discussion.
Public Services Director Kristine Frazell reported on the status of the Plat 4 drainage project.
GOLF COURSE WALKING POLICY
Discussion was held on the recommendation of the Country Club Advisory Board concerning a
new golf course walking policy for new members. During discussion it was requested that
clarification be made regarding whether residents who are not members are allowed to walk, and
if there is an exception for juniors. Staff was requested to provide information on the financial
impact of walking versus riding and the financial benefit of the policy change.
FINANCE CHARGE -PAST DUE ACCOUNTS
This item was forwarded to the Regular Session of August 22nd without discussion.
Minutes of Workshop Session
Held August 8, 2002
SPECIAL LEGAL SERVICES - LEIBOWITZ & ASSOCIATES
Attorney Ila Feld was present to discuss the draft agreement between Leibowitz & Associates
and the Village of North Palm Beach for legal services associated with cable and
telecommunications issues. The following revisions to the agreement were discussed: Matthew
Leibowitz and Ila Feld are to be the primary attorneys responsible for all work and contact with
the Village; payment is to be at the blended hourly rate of $200; travel expenses include mileage,
and the hourly rate, both for travel time and attendance at meetings. The Council discussed
participating in the legal proceeding regarding Adelphia's bankruptcy. It was agreed to allow
Leibowitz & Associates to represent the Village's interests in the bankruptcy proceeding, fees
not to exceed $5,000 without prior authorization, and billing to be on a pro-rata basis. It was
clarified that the law firm of Rice, Pugatch, Robinson & Schiller specializes in bankruptcy law
and is working in conjunction with Leibowitz & Associates on issues related to Adelphia's
bankruptcy filing. Any services Rice, Pugatch et al provides to the Village will be billed through
Leibowitz & Associates, and will be at the blended hourly rate, with no markup by Leibowitz.
This item was forwarded to the next regular session.
REVIEW OF ADELPHIA CABLE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT
Discussion took place regarding the Village's franchise agreement with Adelphia Cable
Company. Ms. Feld reviewed certain requirements of the franchise agreement that should be
monitored, including insurance policies, 45 day cancellation clause, and status of upgrade to 750
megahertz system, which is supposed to be completed by March 2003.
BUDGET TRANSFER -TENNIS
This item was forwarded to the Regular Session agenda of August 22nd without discussion.
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT - NORTHLAKE BOULEVARD OVERLAY ZONING DISTRICT
This item was forwarded to the Regular Session agenda of August 22nd without discussion.
JOINT PLANNING AGREEMENT -LAND USE PERMITTING
This item was forwarded to the Regular Session agenda of August 22nd without discussion.
ADELPHIA RATE REGULATION
Discussion took place regarding regulation of Adelphia Cable Company rates. Ms. Feld will
review Section 17-1 of the Code of Ordinances and make a written recommendation to the
Council regarding the proposed deletion of this section.
Items 4.a, e, f, i, and k were not addressed due to the curfew, and will be brought back for
discussion at the August 22nd workshop.
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LEASE AGREEMENT FOR NPBCC RESTAURANT - J E D L
This item will be scheduled for a special workshop meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
Having reached the curfew of 11 p.m., the meeting adjourned.
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Melissa Teal, CMC, Deputy Village Clerk