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2 CITY COUNCIL
3 REGULAR MEETING
4 NOVEMBER 20, 2008
6 The November 20, 2008 Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Beach
7 Gardens, Florida, was called to order at 7:05 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal
8 Complex, located at 10500 North Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, by Mayor Eric
9 Jablin.
10 I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
11 H. ROLL CALL
12 The City Clerk called the roll and the following elected officials were found to be in attendance:
13 Mayor Eric Jablin, Vice Mayor David Levy, Councilmember Joseph Russo, Councilmember
14 Jody Barnett and Councilmember Robert Premuroso.
15 III. ADDITIONS. DELETIONS, MODIFICATIONS
16 ADDITIONS
17 None.
18 DELETIONS
19 Under Public Hearing: Part I — Quasi-judicial
20 Resolution 95, 2008 — Decorators Unlimited. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
21 Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, amending the site and sign plan approved for Lot 2 of South Park
22 Center (a.k.a. Decorator's Unlimited); providing waivers; providing conditions of approval;
23 providing an effective date; and for other purposes.
24 The petitioner has requested a second postponement to January 2009. They are currently
25 evaluating various architectural ideas that could result in an aesthetic change to the proposed
26 ornamental tower feature. A copy of the letter from the Johnston Group has been provided for
27 each member of Council.
28 Motion
29 Councilmember Russo made a motion for approval to postpone Resolution 95, 2008. Vice
30 Mayor Levy seconded. The motion passed unanimously, 5 -0.
31 MODIFICATIONS
32 None.
33 IV. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS
34 a. Colleen Smith of the Florida Classical Ballet Theatre introduced the dancers from the
35 Nutcracker, which will be performing on November 28 and 30, 2008.
36 V. ITEMS OF RESIDENT INTEREST AND BOARD /COMMITTEE REPORTS
37 a. Councilmember Barnett wished everyone a happy Thanksgiving. The Tree Lighting is
38 December 3, 2008 and the Chanukkah party is December 22, 2008.
39 b. Vice Mayor Levy attended the Riverside Thanksgiving Gala. Councilmember Barnett and
40 Vice Mayor Levy attended the Veterans Day ceremony at Duncan Middle School.
41 c. Councilmember Russo reported on his visit to Tallahassee concerning the ethics complaint
42 filed against him by a person from another City that never attended a City Council meeting in
43 Palm Beach Gardens. Councilmember Russo cautioned other Councilmembers on the issues
44 involved and also stated he has never violated the trust of the City's residents or anyone else.
45 Councilmember Russo explained the legal aspects surrounding the complaint.
46 d. Councilmember Premuroso thanked Councilmember Russo for his advice and stated he
47 believes Councilmember Russo has the support of many residents.
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I e. Mayor Jablin stated his support for Councilmember Russo. Mayor Jablin reported on
2 attending the Art in Public Places (AIPP) November 18, 2008 meeting and thanked
3 Councilmember Barnett for her suggestion to have bus stops as art. The AIPP Board considered
4 the suggestion favorably. Also discussed at the meeting was that there is no signage along I -95 or
5 Florida's Turnpike that says, "Welcome to the City of Palm Beach Gardens." Councilmembers
6 supported Mayor Jablin writing a letter to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT)
7 requesting appropriate signage. Mayor Jablin reported attending the North Palm Beach County
8 Improvement District election and offered his congratulations to the newly elected Board
9 members.
10 VL CITY MANAGER REPORT
11 a. City Manager Ron Ferris reported meeting with Joel Channing, President of the PGA
12 Corridor Association and Nicole Christian, the new President and Chief Executive Officer
13 (CEO) of the Northern Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce. Nicole was introduced to the
14 City Council and came to the podium to provide details on her background. Suzanne Neve,
15 Director of programs and Services, discussed the upcoming Art in the Gardens to be held at the
16 Midtown Development Complex.
17 b. Public Facilities Director Charlotte Presensky explained the recently received MacArthur
18 Foundation Grant and 50th Anniversary celebration planned events. Most events do have a
19 volunteer core group but more volunteers are welcome, and more sponsors are being sought. The
20 MacArthur Foundation Grant includes funding for a statue of John D. MacArthur, a concert
21 series and sponsorship for 50th Anniversary events. Director Presensky explained the financial
22 aspects of the MacArthur Foundation Grant, which has been reviewed by the Legal Department
23 and approved for sufficiency. The elements of the Grant were presented and the actions required
24 are: 1) accept the Grant through Council vote so they can move forward on signing the Grant
25 agreement and 2) determine the approach for the statue and the music series. The options are: 1)
26 utilize State Statute or 2) utilize past practices.
27 City Council discussed acceptance of the Grant and the events they envisioned. Director
28 Presensky explained that by the City Council signing the agreement tonight she will prepare a
29 document asking to amend the January date requirement due to the lack of time for preparation.
30 Motion
31 Vice Mayor Levy made a motion to accept the MacArthur Foundation Grant. Councilmember
32 Russo seconded. The motion passed unanimously, 5 -0.
33 Mayor Jablin explained that the MacArthur Foundation has discussed the statue with an artist
34 they like, but they do not want to do the contract and they are asking the City to do so.
35 Motion
36 Vice Mayor Levy made a motion approving the choice of artist. Councilmember Barnett
37 seconded. The motion passed unanimously, 5 -0.
38 Director Presensky stated that nothing further needs to be done tonight because she will contact
39 the MacArthur Foundation tomorrow to discuss options.
40 Councilmember Russo asked City Manager Ferris to provide evaluation reports on the Fire
41 Station staffing changes during the six -month trial. City Manager Ferris agreed.
42 VII. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
43 Roger Blangy, Garden Woods, Palm Beach Gardens, stated his objections to City Manager
44 Ferris' letter regarding street resurfacing in Garden Woods. Mr. Blangy also cited issues with
45 train noise at night.
46 Steve Cohen, Palm Beach High School Foundation, Palm Beach Gardens, commended the
47 Mayor and Councilmembers on getting the MacArthur Foundation Grant. Mr. Cohen ensured
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I that all Councilmembers will have a written invitation to next year's annual PGA Corridor
2 Association cocktail party for their calendar. The Eighth Annual Economic Forecast with Dr.
3 Hank Fishkind will be held on January 14, 2009. The Palm Beach Gardens Historical Society is
4 incorporated as a Florida Not For Profit Corporation and the 501(3)(c) application has been
5 submitted to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and is pending.
6 John Chaplik, 715 Hudson Bay Drive, Palm Beach Gardens, discussed the Autism Center and
7 requested status updates.
8 Pat Hughey, Palm Beach Square, Palm Beach Gardens, discussed Council attendance. Interim
9 Attorney R. Max Lohman stated there is no attendance procedure for any elected official in the
10 State of Florida.
11 Eileen Tucker, Shady Lakes, Palm Beach Gardens, thanked Director Presensky for her efforts
12 and suggested a parade and placement of the statue near the Banyan Tree. Ms. Tucker stated her
13 objections to the Shady Lakes extension and inquired if the Palm Beach Community Church is
14 paying taxes on the rental income from the Lyric Theatre using the facility.
15 VIII. CONSENT AGENDA
16 None.
17 IX. PUBLIC HEARINGS
18 Park I —Quasi — iudicial
19 Mayor Jablin announced the procedures that would be followed in tonight's proceedings. The
20 City Clerk swore in all those intending to offer testimony in any of tonight's public hearings. The
21 City Clerk read Resolution 95, 2008 by title.
22 a. Resolution 95.2008 — Decorator's Unlimited. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
23 Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, amending the site and sign plan approved for Lot 2 of the South
24 Park Center (a.k.a. Decorator's Unlimited); providing waivers; providing conditions of approval;
25 providing an effective date; and for other purposes.
26 The public hearing remains open from the November 6, 2008 postponement. Mayor Jablin
27 invited public comments. None were forthcoming.
28 Motion
29 Vice Mayor Levy made a motion for postponement of Resolution 95, 2008 to January 15, 2009.
30 Councilmember Russo seconded. The motion passed unanimously, 5 -0.
31 The City Clerk read Resolution 103, 2008 by title.
32 b. Resolution 103, 2008 — Seacoast Utility Authority Hood Road Water Treatment Plant. A
33 Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida approving a major
34 conditional use and a site plan amendment for a utility plant on a 40 -acre parcel of land, located
35 at the Southwest corner of the intersection of Hood Road and Alternate AlA, as more
36 particularly described herein, to be referred to as the "Seacoast Utility Authority Hood Road
37 Water Treatment Plant"; approving amendments to the existing site plan for the expansion of an
38 existing utility plant use, including the addition of a 40,010- square -foot membrane water
39 processing building and other minor modifications; providing conditions of approval; providing
40 an effective date; and for other purposes.
41 Mayor Jablin opened the public hearing and requested ex parte communication. Vice Mayor
42 Levy declared talking to Anne Booth and receiving a -mails which were entered into the public
43 record. No other ex parte communication was declared.
44 Anne Booth, representing Seacoast Utility Authority, described the location of the facility on the
45 site, accessory uses, proposed water retention area and the sludge pond. The construction of the
46 facility, which will be done in stages through 2012, was described. Concern for the residents was
47 a factor in the location of the membrane building. Other considerations were described. The
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I color of all new and existing structures will match a color palette consistent of that of Evergrene.
2 Equipment location, noise levels and odor were addressed. Landscaping and buffers were
3 described. There will be no new structures closer to The Isles than already exist. The sludge pond
4 will be eliminated through the new membrane processing system. A corridor exists along the
5 Seacoast property that has an opening in the wall that must be protected because of an existing
6 16 -inch water main that runs to PGA Boulevard. The line has been in place for over 30 years and
7 cannot have root infiltration. The new plant will improve the water quality, consistency in
8 meeting required Federal water standards, eliminate lime sludge and meet future City
9 development needs.
10 Vice Mayor Levy inquired about reverse osmosis, which will be provided. Rim Bishop,
11 Executive Director, discussed well sites and stated less chlorine use will be required. Emergency
12 generators will be inside and surrounded by acoustical block. Vice Mayor Levy stated his
13 approval of the new facility. Councilmember Premuroso asked if there will be negative impact to
14 the surrounding neighborhoods. Rim Bishop stated that the new facility will bring significant
15 improvement. Councilmember Russo complimented the new building and facility.
16 Stephen Mayer, Growth Management Senior Planner, presented the Seacoast Utility Major
17 Conditional Use, Site Plan Amendment and that staff recommends approval.
18 Margaret Shannon, I I I I Orinoco Way, Palm Beach Gardens, Board President of The Isles
19 Homeowner Associaiton, stated she sent a letter regarding Resolution 103, 2008 and would be
20 happy to answer any questions. There were no questions and Mayor Jablin thanked her for
21 coming.
22 Interim Attorney R. Max Lohman listed letters received for entry into the record: Margaret
23 Shannon — letters dated September 22, 2008 and November 19, 2008; Martha Weber —
24 November 20, 2008.
25 Martha Weber, 1370 Saint Lawrence Drive, Palm Beach Gardens, stated she is directly affected
26 by the proposed project and listed her concerns. Anne Booth answered Ms. Weber.
27 With no further public comments, Mayor Jablin closed the public hearing.
28 Motion
29 Vice Mayor Levy made a motion for approval of Resolution 103, 2008. Councilmember Barnett
30 seconded. The motion passed unanimously, 5 -0.
31 Park II — Non -Quasi judicial
32 The City Clerk read Ordinance 28, 2008 by title.
33 a. Ordinance 28, 2008 — (2nd reading and adoption) Amending the Capital Improvements
34 Element. An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida adopting
35 an amendment to its Comprehensive Development Plan in accordance with the mandates set
36 forth in Section 163.3177 and 163.3187, et seq., Florida Statutes, pursuant to a City- initiated
37 amendment which provides for the annual update to the five -year Capital Improvements
38 schedule within the Capital Improvements Element, including revised text necessary to update
39 tabular data in the Capital Improvements Element; providing that the text and data, as amended
40 or revised, shall be substituted for and replace the existing text or data in the Capital
41 Improvements Element; providing for transmittal to the State Land Planning Agency; providing
42 a conflicts clause, a severability clause, and authority to codify; providing an effective date; and
43 for other purposes.
44 Councilmember Barnett established there were no changes between the first and second
45 readings. No presentation was required.
46 Mayor Jablin opened the public hearing. With no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was
47 closed.
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I Motion
2 Vice Mayor Levy made a motion for adoption of Ordinance 28, 2008 on second reading.
3 Councilmember Barnett seconded. The motion passed unanimously,
4 5 -0.
5 X. RESOLUTIONS
6 a. Resolution 99 2008 - Contract award to Sunshine Land and Design, Inc. A Resolution of
7 the City Council of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida awarding a contract to Sunshine
8 Land and Design, Inc. for the PGA National Park Multipurpose Field Improvements Project, Bid
9 No. 2008 -008, in the amount of $223,498.48; authorizing the Mayor the execute the contract;
10 providing an effective date; and for other purposes.
11 Todd Engle, Construction Services Director, presented background on the project, described the
12 location and work to be completed. Staff recommends approval of Resolution 99, 2008.
13 Councilmember Russo asked about the grass to be used for the fields. Director Engle stated
14 Celebration Bermuda.
15 Motion
16 Councilmember Barnett made a motion for approval of Resolution 99, 2008. Vice Mayor Levy
17 seconded. The motion passed unanimously, 5 -0.
18 XL ORDINANCES (for Consideration on First Reading)
19 The City Clerk read Ordinance 27, 2008.
20 a. Ordinance 27. 2008 - (1st reading) 10 Year Water Facilities Work Plan. An Ordinance of
21 the City Council of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, amending its Comprehensive
22 Development Plan to adopt the City's 10 -Year Water Facilities Work Plan, in accordance with
23 the mandates set forth in Sections 163.3177 and 163.3184, et seq., Florida Statutes, providing for
24 a comprehensive update to the Future Land Use, Infrastructure, Conservation, Intergovernmental
25 Coordination and Capital Improvement Elements, affecting the pagination in each amended
26 element and including revised text necessary to update the data and analysis of the
27 comprehensive plan; providing that the text, as amended or revised, shall be substituted for and
28 replace the existing text in all amended elements; providing for transmittal to the State Land
29 Planning Agency; providing a conflicts clause, a severability clause and authority to codify;
30 providing an effective date; and for other purposes.
31 Mayor Jablin opened the public hearing.
32 Growth Management Planning Manager Nilsa Zacarias presented the 10 year water facility water
33 plan including Statute requirements, data analysis, key issues and the Comprehensive Plan
34 Amendment.
35 Vice Mayor Levy asked if there are any restrictions on development within zone 1 and zone 2 of
36 the well field protection area, specifically, can they not be allowed to have industrial use because
37 they are prohibited from having hazardous materials in those zones. Planning Manager Zacarias
38 stated the City's Code does address restrictions. Councilmember Premuroso inquired if
39 unincorporated areas within the City are included. Planning Manager Zacarias stated future
40 annexation areas were not included but Seacoast would have to be consulted before annexation
41 could take place.
42 Carolyn Chaplik, 715 Hudson Bay Drive, Palm Beach Gardens, discussed different undeveloped
43 properties and the possible ramifications on water use.
44 With no further public comments, Mayor Jablin closed the public hearing.
45 Motion
46 Vice Mayor Levy made a motion for approval of Ordinance 27, 2008 on first reading.
47 Councilmember Barnett seconded. The motion passed unanimously, 5 -0.
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The City Clerk read Ordinance 29, 2008.
b. Ordinance 29, 2008 — (1st reading) Establishing a Construction Board of Adjustment. An
Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida amending Chapter 2,
Administration, at Sections 2 -145, 2 -146, 2 -147, and 2 -148 in order to establish a Construction
Board of Adjustment and Appeals (CBAA) to designate the Planning, Zoning, and Appeals
Board as the CBAA and to clarify the process by which appeals of staff level administrative
decisions may be taken; providing that each and every other Section and Sub - section of Chapter
2, Administration, shall remain the same as previously adopted; providing a conflicts clause, a
severability clause, and authority to codify; providing an effective date; and for other purposes.
Building Services, Chief Building Official, Doug Wise presented the establishment of the
CBAA. The process, methodology and requirements for an engineer, division one contractor, and
fire safety professionals were explained. The function of the Board was explained. Staff
recommends approval of Ordinance 29, 2008.
Vice Mayor Levy asked if there is an appeal process beyond the Planning, Zoning and Appeals
Board (PZAB). Chief Building Official Wise explained that the State appeal process is still in
effect and the next venue for appeal is the Florida Building Commission. Councilmember
Premuroso asked if other municipalities have this type of board under the PZAB. Interim
Attorney R. Max Lohman stated that they do.
Mayor Jablin opened the public hearing. With no one wishing to be heard, Mayor Jablin closed
the public hearing.
Motion
Vice Mayor Levy made a motion for approval of Ordinance 29, 2008 on first reading.
Councilmember Barnett seconded. The motion passed unanimously, 5 -0.
The City Clerk read Ordinance 30, 2008.
C. Ordinance 30, 2008 — (1st reading) Amending Chapter 78. An Ordinance of the City
Council of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida amending Chapter 78, Land Development at
Section 7849 entitled "Amendments to Approved Development Orders" at Subsection (d) by
repealing Subparagraph (5) and readopting same as revised in order to provide for internal
consistency; further amending Chapter 78 by repealing Section 78 -56 entitled "Appeals and
Reconsideration" and readopting same, as revised in order to provide procedures by which
appeals from decisions of the Growth Management Director may be taken: providing that each
and every other Section and Sub - section of Chapter 78 Land Development shall remain the same
as previously adopted; providing a conflicts clause, a severability clause, and authority to codify;
providing an effective date; and for other purposes.
Growth Management Administrator Kara Irwin explained that by amending Chapter 2, the
powers of the PZAB have been expanded. Establishing an appeals process is now being
addressed. Administrator Irwin explained the steps involved in the process.
Councilmember Barnett stated that the courts give twenty (20) days for response and she thinks
that ten (10) calendar days is too short. Interim Council R. Max Lohman said that other
municipalities have different lengths of time for response and the decision on length of time is up
to City Council. Councilmember Barnett agreed with a time limitation and suggested thirty (30)
days to appeal. City Manager Ferris asked if a decision is made on an administrative level by the
applicant who is requesting the decision, how long will they be allowed to wait. Councilmember
Barnett pointed out that ten (10) days would not be enough time to seek counsel. Discussion
ensued with agreement reached at twenty (20) days to appeal.
Administrator Irwin continued with her explanation of the time limits involved in the process.
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I Councilmember Barnett inquired about further steps in the appeal process. Interim Attorney R.
2 Max Lohman explained that if the resident does not respond the only other step would be a
3 declaratory action. Councilmember Barnett suggested having a means of immediate notification
4 of the process to the resident at the PZAB hearing. Interim Attorney R. Max Lohman explained
5 that this is not an appeals process for PZAB. PZAB will hear the appeal based on a decision
6 made by the Growth Management Director. City Manager Ferris stated that as a part of the
7 standard operating procedure when the decision is rendered in writing a statement will be mailed
8 notifying the person about the appeal process. Agreement was reached among Councilmembers.
9 Mayor Jablin opened the public hearing. With no one wishing to be heard, Mayor Jablin closed
10 the public hearing.
11 Motion
12 Vice Mayor Levy made a motion for approval of Ordinance 30, 2008 on first reading.
13 Councilmember Barnett seconded. The motion passed unanimously, 5 -0.
14 The City Clerk read Ordinance 31, 2008.
15 d. Ordinance 31. 2008 — (1st reading,) Florida building codes and unsafe building g odes. An
16 Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida amending Chapter 86,
17 entitled "Buildings and Building Regulations" at Section 86 -26 of the City Code of Ordinances
18 to provide local amendments to the Florida Building Code related to Administration and to Wind
19 Loads; further amending Chapter 86 by adopting new Section 86 -29, entitled "Hurricane
20 Shutters" and adopting new Section 86-30, entitled "Maximum Occupancy "; repealing Article
21 III, entitled "Storage of Building Material and Equipment," Article IV, entitled "Structures Used
22 As Models," and Article V, entitled "Swimming Pools "; providing a conflicts clause, a
23 severability clause, and authority to codify; providing an effective date; and for other purposes.
24 Chief Building Official Doug Wise explained the administrative tools proposed to enforce the
25 Florida Building Codes consistently, clarify requirements by adding clear definitions and
26 establish ethical guidelines for division staff. It is based on statutory authority. The effects of the
27 Ordinance are to create an unsafe building abatement process, adopt provisions of the
28 International Code Congress International Maintenance Code. Staff recommends approval or
29 Ordinance 31, 2008.
30 Councilmember Barnett requested a change to page 509, Section 86 -30 — Maximum Occupancy
31 following "regulations are minimum standard set forth in the Florida Building Code. In the event
32 of a conflict between this section and the Florida Building Code" by adding the words "or any
33 other section of the Palm Beach Gardens City Code the most restrictive provision shall control."
34 Mayor Jablin opened the public hearing.
35 Carolyn Chaplik, 715 Hudson Bay Drive, Palm Beach Gardens, asked if the maximum
36 occupancy refers to unrelated people living in a unit. Interim Attorney R. Max Lohman
37 explained the specifications of square feet to occupancy and the number of sleeping rooms.
38 Councilmember Barnett requested Interim Attorney Lohman provide language using the term
39 "sleeping rooms."
40 Joan Elias, 1009 Diamond Head Way, Palm Beach Gardens, asked if this Ordinance will
41 strengthen the City's ability to go into foreclosed houses for safety issues. Mayor Jablin and
42 Doug Wise said that Ordinance 31, 2008 will allow that.
43 Mayor Jablin closed the public hearing.
44 Motion
45 Vice Mayor Levy made a motion to approve Ordinance 31, 2008 on first reading.
46 Councilmember Barnett seconded. The motion passed unanimously,
47 5 -0.
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The City Clerk read Ordinance 32, 2008.
e. Ordinance 32, 2008 — (Ist reading) Post Disaster Debris. An Ordinance of the City Council
of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida amending Chapter 54, Solid Waste, at Article I, in
general, by amending Section 54 -1, Definitions, by adopting the new definition "Post Disaster
Debris "; further amending Chapter 54 at Article III, Collection, by adopting an entirely new
Section 54 -63, entitled "Post- Disaster Debris Collection", in order to provide for implementation
of the City's Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP); further providing for
declaration of findings and intent; providing that every other Section and Sub - Section of Chapter
54, Solid Waste shall remain the same as previously adopted; providing a conflicts clause, a
severability clause, and authority to codify; providing an effective date and for other purposes.
Code Enforcement Operations Director David Reyes explained the purpose of the Ordinance and
the relationship to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) policies for debris
collection on private roads and reimbursement. Staff recommends approval of Ordinance 32,
2008.
Councilmember Russo stated his support for Ordinance 32, 2008. Councilmember Premuroso
inquired if some private communities took care of their own debris removal. Mayor Jablin
explained that some did by bringing their debris to a specific location and the City picking it up
there.
Joan Elias, 1009 Diamond Head Way, Palm Beach Gardens, explained that some associations
paid their landscape companies to remove debris.
Mayor Jablin opened the public hearing.
Carolyn Chaplik, 715 Hudson Bay Drive, Palm Beach Gardens, explained the debris pickup
following the hurricanes by The Isles.
Mayor Jablin closed the public hearing.
Motion
Vice Mayor Levy made a motion to approve Ordinance 32, 2008 on first reading.
Councilmember Barnett seconded. The motion passed unanimously, 5 -0.
XH. ITEMS FOR COUNCIL ACTION/DISCUSSION
a. January 1, 2009 Council meeting. Councilmember Barnett suggested that January 29, 2008
is available if a second City Council meeting needs to be held. City Manager Ferris stated he
expects a light agenda for the January 15, 2009 meeting and explained that the Charter requires
the City Council hold one meeting per month, not two.
Motion
Vice Mayor Levy made a motion to cancel the scheduled January 1, 2009 City Council meeting.
Councilmember Barnett seconded. The motion passed unanimously, 5 -0.
b. Membership to the Historical Society. Councilmember Premuroso stated his support for a
$500.00 membership donation. City Manager Ferris stated the donation is legal and there is a
line item in the budget. Discussion ensued. Mayor Jablin stated he does not consider the Palm
Beach Gardens Historical Society as a charity, but as a living history of the City. City Manager
Ferris explained the budget money available. Public Works Director Charlotte Presensky
explained the background of archiving and preserving the City's documents and how the
volunteer group has evolved into the newly formed Palm Beach Gardens Historical Society.
Discussion ensued about how other city historical societies function. Councilmembers agreed to
postpone a decision and invite the Palm Beach Gardens Historical Society to the December 4,
2008 City Council meeting for a discussion.
C. Economic Development and Transportation. Growth Management Planning Manager Nilsa
Zacarias presented economic development and mass transit planning options for the future as
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submitted to the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) in the Comprehensive Plan. The
benefits of Tri-Rail and bioscience clusters were discussed. Dana Little, Urban Design Director
for the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Agency and Kim Delaney, Growth Management
Coordinator for the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Agency. Dana Little discussed the Florida
East Coast Corridor Study including re- establishing passenger rail service by extending Tri-Rail
into North County. Dana Little explained the week -long Charrette he is proposing and the
resulting report. Planning Manager Zacarias explained the requirements for the proposed
February 2009 Charrette including a two-member steering committee. Councilmember Barnett
questioned if this has already been agreed to. Councilmember Russo stated that all of this ground
work had already been done with Parcel 5B being chosen. Planning Manager Zacarias explained
that sites are being looked at. The cost of the Charrette is $190,000.00, with the Metropolitan
Planning Organization (WO) paying $50,000.00, The Regional Transit Authority (RTA) paying
$40,000.00, and FDOT paying $50,000.00 leaving Palm Beach Gardens to contribute $30,000.00
along with an additional $10,000 of in -kind services. This process is not required to file for
Federal funds. Councilmember Barnett stated her objections to going through this process again.
Councilmember Russo reiterated his objections. Planning Manager Zacarias discussed
connectivity and aesthetics of the site. Mayor Jablin stated his concern that Daniel Catalfumo
will try to move 5B to 5A. Growth Management Administrator Kara Irwin reiterated the
proposed meeting is an opportunity for Palm Beach Gardens residents to be heard regarding their
preference for using parcel 5B. Vice Mayor Levy stated his concern that the State will not have
the 25 percent funding to contribute. Councilmembers Barnett and Russo both stated their
objections. Mayor Jablin stated his support. Vice Mayor Levy questioned the need for a week
long charrette. Planning Manager Zacarias explained the week's activities. City Manager Ferris
stated issues to be considered. Dana Little stated that it was not necessary to make a decision
tonight. Planning Manager Zacarias stated that $30,000.00 is not too much for the information
that will be gained. Councilmember Premuroso asked if it is possible to advertise to raise
resident awareness and interest. Growth Management Administrator stated the aim was to hold
the Charrette during season so more people could participate. Vice Mayor Levy asked if an
intermodal system and its funding will be addressed, including the possibility of special taxing
districts will be included. Dana Little stated that it will be. Mayor Jablin stated that a decision
will be made at the December 4, 2008 City Council meeting.
X1H. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
None.
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XIV. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, Vice Mayor Levy made a motion to
adjourn. Councilmember Barnett seconded. The motion carried unanimously, 5 -0. The meeting
was adjourned at 11:02 p.m. The next regularly scheduled City Council meeting will be held
December 4, 2008.
APPROVED:
Eric
David Levy,yice MayV a
Russo, Councilmember
Jody Barn 4l Councilmember
Robert G. Premuroso, Councilmember
ATTEST:
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Patricia Snider, CMC
City Clerk
Note: These summary minutes are prepared in compliance with 286.011 F.S. and are not verbatim
transcripts of the meeting. A verbatim audio record is available from the Office of the City Clerk.
All referenced attachments are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
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