03-12-2015 VC REG-MMINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION
VILLAGE COUNCIL OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
MARCH 12, 2015
Present: Darryl C. Aubrey, Sc.D., Mayor
Robert A. Gebbia, Vice Mayor
David B. Norris, President Pro Tern
Doug Bush, Councilmember
Judy M. Pierman, Councilmember
James P. Kelly, Village Manager
Len Rubin, Village Attorney
Melissa Teal, Village Clerk
ROLL CALL
Mayor Aubrey called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. All members of Council were present.
All members of staff were present.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
President Pro Tern Norris gave the invocation and Mayor Aubrey led the public in the Pledge
of Allegiance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Minutes of the Regular Session held February 26, 2015 were approved as written.
STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Paul Martin, Jr., the Chairman and CEO of Capital Solutions Plus, Inc., addressed the Council
concerning the induction lighting program provided by Future Energy Solutions. Mayor Aubrey
requested that Mr. Martin leave his brochure and information with the Village Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE 2015 -03 — CODE AMENDMENT —
PEDDLERS AND SOLICITORS
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Gebbia and seconded by President Pro Tern Norris to adopt
and enact on second reading Ordinance 2015 -03 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 17, "LICENSES AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
REGULATIONS," OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF ORDINANCE TO ADOPT A NEW
ARTICLE VIII, "PEDDLERS AND SOLICITORS;" PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS;
PROVIDING FOR ISSUANCE OF PERMITS; PROVIDING FOR REGULATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR APPEAL OF DENIAL OR REVOCATION; PROVIDING FOR
CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mr. Kelly reviewed the purpose of the proposed code amendment.
Mayor Aubrey opened the public hearing. There being no comments from the public, Mayor Aubrey
closed the public hearing.
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PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE 2015-03 – CODE AMENDMENT –
PEDDLERS AND SOLICITORS continued
A question was raised regarding Sections 17-82 and 17-91 pertaining to age restrictions. Mr. Rubin
explained that persons under the age of 14 may not solicit door-to-door; however, there is an
exemption for residents under the age of 16 selling items such as Girl Scout cookies.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt and enact Ordinance 2015-03 on second reading passed unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED
President Pro Tem Norris moved to approve the consent agenda. Councilman Bush seconded the
motion and all present voted aye. The following items were approved:
Receive for file Minutes of the Planning Commission meeting held 2/10/14
Receive for file Minutes of the Library Advisory Board meeting held 2/24/15
RESOLUTION 2015-24 – ENERGY CONSERVATION RETROFIT PROJECT
A motion was made by Councilman Bush and seconded by Vice Mayor Gebbia to adopt
Resolution 2015-24 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA APPROVING BLANKET PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE VILLAGE’S
ENERGY CONSERVATION RETROFIT PROJECT WITH CITY ELECTRIC SUPPLY,
SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS, INC., THE HOME DEPOT AND LOWE’S HOME IMPROVEMENT;
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE CLERK TO AMEND
THE CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND BUDGET TO TRANSFER $30,000.00 FROM THE
CAPITAL RESERVE ACCOUNT TO THE FACILITY SERVICES – CONSTRUCTION AND
MAJOR RENOVATION CAPITAL ACCOUNT TO FUND THE BLANKET PURCHASE ORDERS;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mr. Kelly stated the first phase of the project includes Village Hall, the Library, and sections of
the Village’s street lighting system.
Discussion ensued regarding the induction lighting program proposed by Mr. Martin through
Future Energy Solutions. Public Works Director Brian Moree stated it is commonly referred to as an
energy savings contract, and briefly commented on the advantages and conditions of such contracts.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2015-24 passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION 2015-25 – NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION
A motion was made by Councilman Bush and seconded by President Pro Tem Norris to adopt
Resolution 2015-25 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE VILLAGE CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF THE SPECIAL
ELECTION TO BE HELD ON MAY 12, 2015; NAMING THE TIME AND PLACE WHERE
SUCH ELECTION SHALL BE HELD; DECLARING THE OFFICE TO BE FILLED AT SUCH
ELECTION; REQUESTING THAT THE PALM BEACH COUNTY SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS
CONDUCT THE ELECTION AND DELEGATING CERTAIN DUTIES TO THE SUPERVISOR;
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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RESOLUTION 2015 -25 — NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION continued
Mr. Kelly reviewed the Charter provisions requiring that a special election be held in the event of a
vacancy on the Village Council. Mr. Kelly advised that Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections
Susan Bucher had agreed to set Tuesday, May 12, 2015 as the date for the special election, and
to set the candidate qualifying period from Noon, Tuesday, April 7, 2015 to Noon, Tuesday,
April 21, 2015. Mr. Kelly detailed the election notices that are required to be published.
Discussion took place concerning a suggestion that Council consider reviewing the criteria in the
Charter regarding the requirements for a special election to fill council vacancies.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2015 -25 passed unanimously.
CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENT OF DEPUTY VILLAGE CLERK
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Gebbia, seconded by Councilman Bush, and passed
unanimously to confirm the appointment of Jessica Green as Deputy Village Clerk. The Council
congratulated Mrs. Green on her appointment.
VILLAGE COUNCIL MATTERS /REPORTS
Discussion took place concerning plans for a new clubhouse at the North Palm Beach Country Club.
Mr. Kelly reported that a tour of other area clubhouses had been conducted and a community
meeting was held to consider what amenities should be offered. Mr. Kelly advised the next step
would be to develop conceptual drawings depicting the appearance of the clubhouse.
Mrs. Pierman addressed the Council and residents concerning community service, stating that
while she was saddened by the reason for her service, she was grateful to be of assistance until a
permanent replacement could be made. Mrs. Pierman thanked the Council for allowing her to help.
The Council expressed gratitude to Mrs. Pierman for her service.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:54 p.m.
Melissa Teal, CMC, Village Clerk