10-11-2001 VC WS-M,~ MINUTES OF THE WORKSHOP SESSION
OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL
OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
HELD THURSDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2001
Present: Dr. Edward M. Eissey, Vice Mayor
Donald G. Noel, President Pro Tem
Charles R. O'Meilia, Councilman
Joseph A. Tringali, Councilman
Dennis W. Kelly, Village Manager
George W. Baldwin, Village Attorney
Kathleen F. Kelly, CMC, Village Clerk
Absent: David B. Norris, Mayor
ROLL CALL
Vice Mayor Eissey called the meeting to order at 9:08 p.m. All members of the Council were
present except Mayor Norris, who was out of town. All members of staff were present.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Staff was directed to look into putting flags on all Village vehicles and jitneys.
ADULT ENTERTAINMENT ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
Discussion was held concerning amending the Village Code regarding distance restriction
between adult entertainment establishments and certain uses including commercial
establishments that sell or dispense alcohol.
Mr. Ray Liberti was present to address the Council regarding his plans to open a maritime
academy on the premises previously occupied by Southern Truss Company and First American
Bank on Northlake Blvd. He proposed that restrictions be measured "front door to front door"
instead of "lot line to lot line". Mr. Liberti asked that both ordinances on the agenda be
synchronized to use the same criteria for measurement, i.e. front door-to-front door. He further
stated that his deal for acquiring the referenced property is predicated upon a trade with the
owner of property on 45th street in West Palm Beach, and time is of the essence.
The consensus of Council was to refer this matter to the Planning Commission as soon as
possible, perhaps with a Special Meeting, in order that it be expedited. It will then be brought
back to the Village Council on a workshop agenda.
~ ZONING AMENDMENT -ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
Minutes of Workshop Session
Held October 11, 2001
~-- This amendment of the zoning code as it relates to location of business for retail sales of
alcoholic beverages was forwarded to the Planning Commission for review and recommendation,
in tandem with the Adult Entertainment ordinance amendment, and will also be brought back to
a future Council workshop.
RESOLUTION -FIRE SAFETY IN PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITIES
This item was withdrawn from the agenda.
FEE AGREEMENT -BEA INTERNATIONAL
Discussion was held concerning fee agreement between the Village and BEA International for
additional design services for security, phone, data and audio-visual systems for Village Hall.
Architect Tim Hullihan will revise the agreement to show a percentage rate fee on audio-visual
only. This will be placed on the Regular Session agenda of October 25, 2001.
EMS -MEDICAL DIRECTOR -CONTRACT RENEWAL
Discussion was held concerning renewal of agreement between the Village and Dr. Randall L.
Wolff for North Palm Beach Emergency Medical Services. This was forwarded to the Regular
Session agenda of October 25, 2001.
FEE AGREEMENT -LAND RESEARCH MANAGEMENT. INC. -COMP PLAN
The Council discussed a fee agreement between the Village and Land Research Management,
Inc. for Comprehensive Plan amendments to incorporate GRACES designation and to
incorporate proposed annexation of property on Monet Road @ $2,500 per amendment. During
discussion, Village Attorney George Baldwin asked that page 2, IV.B. be revised to read:
"Nothing in this Agreement shall prevent, limit or otherwise interfere with the right of the
Village to immediately terminate the services of LRM, Inc. at any time with or without cause.
LRM, Inc. shall be paid for its services rendered to date of termination." Currently, a deposit is
required by the annexation applicant to cover costs, which may be refunded at a later date after
the annexation process is complete. This will be placed on the Regular Session agenda of
October 25, 2001, and the Council will make a decision on whether to continue charging the
applicant at that time
BUDGET TRANSFER -MECHANIC II POSITION
Discussion took place concerning a budget transfer in the amount of $8,000 from various
accounts to A5522-11210 (Vehicle Maint.-Regular Pay) to fund a Mechanic II position filled
above minimum salary range. This was forwarded to the Regular Session of October 25, 2001,
with direction to staff to take the money from Regular Pay, with adjustment later, if necessary.
``~-~' FEE AUTHORIZATION -VILLAGE ENGINEER
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Minutes of Workshop Session
Held October 11, 2001
Discussion was held concerning a proposed fee authorization for the Village Engineer to provide
`~-~ design and construction services for the Conroy Drive water main. This will be placed on the
Regular Session agenda of October 25, 2001 for approval of Tasks 1 through 4 only.
CAPITAL EQUIPMENT PROGRAM
Discussion was held concerning a budget policy relative to a 5, 10, 15 and 20-year program for
capital equipment and contingent expense estimates. Staff was directed to come back with a
plan, to be established by resolution(s), to be brought back within 30 days Additionally, at a
future workshop, the Goals and Priorities will be prioritized.
BUDGET AMENDMENT -TEAM LEADER POSITIONS
The Council discussed a proposed budget amendment to fund team leader positions in the Public
Safety Department. As with a prior item (Mechanic II position), these positions will be funded
from the Regular Pay account, with adjustment being made at a later time, if necessary.
Approval of the team leader concept will be placed on the Regular Session agenda of October
25, 2001 for approval.
UPDATE -NORTH PALM BEACH BUSINESSES
Discussion was held concerning improving communications with local businesses. Village
Manager Dennis Kelly reported on recent communications with businesses located at Winn-
Dixie Marketplace regarding signage problems. Several stores reported that their customer
contact is done mainly through direct mailings. He further reported on recent ribbon cuttings,
which have been sent to area newspapers. Staff will remain alert to new openings and different
opportunities for improved public relations with local businesses.
UPDATE -TEEN CENTER/PROGRAMS
This item will be discussed at a later date after the Goals and Objectives are prioritized by the
Village Council.
MANAGEMENT PLAN -RECREATION
This item also will be discussed at a later date after the Goals and Objectives are prioritized by
the Village Council.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned at 10:52 p.m.
~ Kat Teen F. Kelly, C ,Village Cl