08-10-2017 VC REG-Mr
Present:
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION
VILLAGE COUNCIL OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
AUGUST 10, 2017
Darryl C. Aubrey, Sc.D., Mayor
Robert A. Gebbia, Vice Mayor
Mark Mullinix President Pro Tem
David B. Norris, Councilmember
Susan Bickel, Councilmember
Andrew D. Lukasik, Village Manager
Len Rubin, Village Attorney
Melissa Teal, Village Clerk
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
Vice Mayor Gebbia gave the invocation and Councilmember Norris led the public in the Pledge.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Minutes of the Regular Session held July 27, 2017 and the Minutes of the Special Session
held July 31, 2017 were approved as written.
PUBLIC HEARING AND FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE 2017-16 — COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN TEXT AMENDMENT
A motion was made by President Pro Tem Mullinix and seconded by Councilmember Norris to
adopt on first reading Ordinance 2017-16 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA, ADOPTING A TEXT AMENDMENT TO THE FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT
OF THE VILLAGE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO REFERENCE THE 2016 CITIZENS'
MASTER PLAN REPORT, PROVIDE A TIMEFRAME TO IMPLEMENT PROVISIONS
AND GUIDING PRINCIPLES OF SAID REPORT THROUGH REVISIONS TO THE
VILLAGE'S LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, AND MODIFY AND CLARIFY
PROVISIONS RELATING TO LOT COVERAGE AND BUILDING HEIGHT FOR NON-
RESIDENTIAL LAND USES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Village Planner Erin Sita presented Amendment 17-1 to the Comprehensive Plan. Mrs. Sita explained
changes to the maximum lot coverage and building height in Policy 1.A.4, and noted the addition
of Policy 1.A.9, which provides for revision of the Village's land development regulations to
implement the provisions and guiding principles of the Citizens' Master Plan Report. Mrs. Sita
reported the Planning Commission unanimously approved Amendment 17-1 on August 8, 2017.
Mayor Aubrey opened the public hearing. There being no comments from the public, Mayor
Aubrey closed the public hearing.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Ordinance 2017-16 on first reading passed unanimously.
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FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE 2017-11 — REPEALING CHAPTER 12.5 FLOOD
DAMAGE PREVENTION
A motion was made by President Pro Tem Mullinix and seconded by Vice Mayor Gebbia to
adopt on first reading Ordinance 2017-11 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA AMENDING THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH CODE OF ORDINANCES
BY REPEALING CHAPTER 12.5, "FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION," AND SIMULTANEOUSLY
ADOPTING A NEW CHAPTER 12.5; ADOPTING FLOOD HAZARD MAPS; DESIGNATING
A FLOODPLAIN ADMINISTRATOR; ADOPTING PROCEDURES AND CRITERIA FOR
DEVELOPMENT IN FLOOD HAZARD AREAS; ADOPTING LOCAL TECHNICAL
AMENDMENTS TO THE FLORIDA BUILDING CODE; PROVIDING FOR APPLICABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Building Official and Flood Plain Administrator Peter Ringle stated the ordinance would incorporate
necessary changes pursuant to FEMA regulations and update Village Code to current standards.
Mr. Ringle discussed revisions to the Flood Insurance Rate Maps and explained how the elevation
change on the 2017 maps would affect the Village. Mr. Ringle advised that presently -800 homes in
the Village are listed in the special flood plain hazard area; however, on the new maps 90% of these
homes would be taken out of the special flood plain hazard area, malting them eligible for preferred
insurance rates. Mr. Ringle announced the Village of North Palm Beach, in conjunction with the
Town of Lake Park and City of Riviera Beach, would hold a public information meeting so that
residents could view the new maps and receive a determination on their new flood zone.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Ordinance 2017-11 on first reading passed unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED
Items 1 and 3 were removed from the Consent Agenda. Thereafter, President Pro Tem Mullinix
moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Vice Mayor Gebbia seconded the motion, which passed
unanimously. The following items were approved:
Resolution 2017-56 authorizing the Village Manager to provide Public Risk
Management of Florida with notice of the Village's intent to withdraw from the
risk management and self-insurance pool for property and casualty coverage.
Receive for file Minutes of the General Employees Board meeting held 5/3/17
Receive for file Minutes of the Planning Commission meeting held 7/11/17
RESOLUTION 2017-55 — INTERIM BANKING SERVICES CONTRACT
A motion was made by Councilmember Norris and seconded by President Pro Tem Mullinix to
adopt Resolution 2017-55 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA, APPROVING AN INTERIM BANKING SERVICES CONTRACT WITH WELLS
FARGO BANK, N.A. AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE CLERK TO EXECUTE
SAME; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Discussion ensued. Mr. Rubin explained the extension of the current contract to May 31, 2018 and
noted Administration's intent to initiate the Request for Proposals process at that time.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2017-55 passed unanimously.
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RESOLUTION 2017-57 — SECOND AMENDMENT TO PLANNING SERVICES CONTRACT
A motion was made by Councilmember Norris and seconded by President Pro Tem Mullinix to
adopt Resolution 2017-57 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA, APPROVING A SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT FOR PLANNING
SERVICES WITH CALVIN GIORDANO AND ASSOCIATES, INC. AND AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE CLERK TO EXECUTE THE SECOND AMENDMENT ON
BEHALF OF THE VILLAGE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mr. Rubin explained that Calvin, Giordano and Associates, Inc. would focus on updating land
development code provisions that are inconsistent or use outdated terminology. It was noted the
project would be different than the form -based code revisions associated with the Master Plan.
Mr. Lulcasilc reported the Request for Qualifications for development of the form -based code was
being finalized and would be discussed with Council at its August 24, 2017 meeting.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2017-57 passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION 2017-58 — PEST CONTROL SERVICES CONTRACT — TABLED ON 5/25/17
A motion was made by Councilmember Norris, seconded by President Pro Tem Mullinix, and
passed unanimously to remove from the table Resolution 2017-58 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA ACCEPTING THE PROPOSAL FOR PEST CONTROL SERVICES AT VILLAGE
FACILITIES FROM BEACH ENVIRONMENTAL EXTERMINATING, INC. AND AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT RELATING TO
SUCH SERVICES; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mr. Lulcasilc stated the Selection Committee recommended awarding the contract to Beach
Environmental Exterminating, Inc. for pest control services through September 30, 2020 at a cost
of $27,652.71. Mr. Lulcasilc discussed the scoring method used during the evaluation process.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2017-58 passed unanimously.
GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE SERVICES CONTRACT EXTENSION — TABLED
A motion was made by President Pro Tem Mullinix and seconded by Councilmember Norris to
adopt a proposed resolution entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH,
FLORIDA, APPROVING A SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT FOR GOLF COURSE
MAINTENANCE SERVICES WITH INTERNATIONAL GOLF MAINTENANCE, INC. TO
EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND
VILLAGE CLERK TO EXECUTE SAME; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mr. Lulcasik reviewed the recommendation to extend the contract with International Golf Maintenance
( (IGM) for an additional two years ending September 30, 2019 at a cost of $1,067,719.00 annually.
Mr. Lukasik noted the pending clubhouse construction and golf course restoration projects and
described the advantages of continuing with the current contractor during this transition period.
Mr. Lulcasilc reported the expiration of IGM's two-year contract extension would coincide with the
expiration of the Village's current contracts for turf maintenance and landscaping maintenance.
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GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE SERVICES CONTRACT EXTENSION — TABLED continued
Discussion tools place concerning the condition of the course and clubhouse grounds and whether
the Village should issue a Request for Proposals for golf course maintenance. Golf Director
Casey Mitchell and Golf Advisory Board Vice Chairman Rich Pizzolato addressed the Council
concerning IGM and the condition of the golf course. IGM Golf Course Maintenance Superintendent
Rick Reiter and Executive Vice President Greg Plotner addressed the Council on behalf of IGM.
Consensus of Council was to request a recommendation from the Golf Advisory Board regarding
extending the Contract for Golf Course Maintenance Services with IGM. A motion was made by
Councilmember Norris, seconded by Councilmember Bickel and passed unanimously to table
this item to the next meeting.
VILLAGE COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS
President Pro Tem Mullinix noted the Recreation Advisory Board had recommended making all
Village parks non-smoking.
President Pro Tem Mullinix expressed concern for a long-term resident that is no longer able to
maintain her property. Discussion took place concerning the possibility of establishing a program
to assist residents in this situation. Vice Mayor Gebbia reviewed some of the issues and concerns
that were raised when this idea was discussed last year. It was suggested that the Village could
publicize the idea in the newsletter and hold an informal meeting where people who have an
interest helping fellow citizens could come and talk through the issues and determine whether
there is enough public support to move ahead. It was expressed that a group of this type would
need to be formed as a 501 c3 organization and operate as a separate entity from the Village.
President Pro Tem Mullinix noted issues with trees planted in the swales and suggested having a
landscape architect develop suitable planting plans for the swale areas. Mr. Lukasilc discussed
plans to develop strategies and a tree planting program.
VILLAGE MANAGER MATTERS/REPORTS
Mr. Lukasilc. announced the North Palm Beach Police Department had achieved re -accreditation
by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA).
Vice Mayor Gebbia recognized the Police Department for increasing its community outreach efforts.
REPORTS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES AND ADVISORY BOARDS
Receive for file Minutes of the Golf Advisory Board meeting held 7/24/17.
Recommendation: "proposing that up to $1,500,000 be loaned to the golf course for the improvements
requested by the Golf Advisory Board."
Golf Advisory Board Vice Chairman Rich Pizzolato presented the Board's recommendation.
Council consensus was to address funding for golf course improvements during the budget process.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:14 p.m.
Melissa Teal, MMC, Village Cleric