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CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
MARCH 21, 1991
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The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of.,
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, was called to order by Mayor
Martino at 8:10 P.M. in the Assembly Room of the Municipal
Complex, 10500 North Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens,
Florida.
ROLL CALL
The Deputy City Clerk called the roll, and present were
Mayor Martino, vice Mayor Aldred, Councilwomen Monroe,
Councilman Kiselewski and Councilman Russo.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Martino announced there would be a meeting of the
Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday, March 26, 1991,
and a meeting of the Landscape & Tree Preservation
Ordinance Committee on March 27, 1991.
The City's Administrative Offices will be closed on
Friday, March 29, 1991, in observance of Good Friday.
REORGANIZATION
APPOINTMENT OF A
TEMPORARY CHAIRMAN
Per a consensus of the City Council, Mayor Martino was
appointed as temporary ci.airman to elect a Mayor and vice
Mayor.
APPOINTMENT OF
MAYOR
Per a nomination by Councilman Richard Aldred, seconded by
Councilman Russo, Michael Martino was unanimously
appointed Mayor by the City Council.
INTMENT OF
_ MAYOR
Per a nomination by Councilman Russo, seconded by
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Councilwoman Monroe, Richard Aldred was unanimously
appointed Vice Mayor by the City Council.
APPOINTMENT OF TWO
DEPUTY TREASURERS Per a unanimous vote of the City Council, Councilwoman
ITEMS BY THE
CITY MANAGER
LAKE PARK ANNEXATION The City Manager reported the City has received a request
from the sown of Lake Park for the City Council to
consider de- annexation of the southern half of the right- -
of -way of the C -17 canal between Northlake Boulevard and
Silver Beach Road. The City Manager stated the Town of
Lake Park has also requested the City of Palm Beach
Linda Monroe and Councilman Joseph Russo were appointed
Deputy Treasurers.
APPOINTMENT OF
CHAIRMAN PRO --TEM
Per a unanimous vote of the City Council, Councilman
Kiselewski was appointed Chairman Pro -Tem.
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION 38, 1991
Councilman Kiselewski made a motion to adopt and approve
Resolution 38, 1991, appointing Michael Martino as Mayor
and Richard Aldred as vice Mayor of the City of Palm Beach
Gardens; seconded by Vice Mayor Aldred. The motion was
unanimously approved by the City Council.
RESOLUTION 39, 1991
Councilman Kiselewski made a motion to adopt and approve
Rssolution 39, 1991, setting forth those person who are
authorized to sign and countersign City checks; seconded
by Councilwoman Monroe. The motion was unanimously
approved by the City Council.
ITEMS BY THE
CITY MANAGER
LAKE PARK ANNEXATION The City Manager reported the City has received a request
from the sown of Lake Park for the City Council to
consider de- annexation of the southern half of the right- -
of -way of the C -17 canal between Northlake Boulevard and
Silver Beach Road. The City Manager stated the Town of
Lake Park has also requested the City of Palm Beach
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Gardens leave a strip of land, which runs from the C -17
canal to Interstate 95, which would make the southern
boundary of the city of Palm Beach Gardens just north of
that strip of land.
Vice Mayor Aldred stated he had no objections to the
request, as long as the Town of Lake Park is willing to
commit to writing that lands north of the canal, which
runs from Interstate 95 to the C -17, will remain in the
City of Palm Beach Gardens so the borders can be squared
off.
The City Manager stated there are a few problems with the
de- annexation process. 100% participation by property
® owners must be obtained to avoid a referendum by both
entities.
In response to Councilman Kiselewski, the City Manager
stated the Town of Lake Park would have to construct a
bridge to access the property, with traffic directed to
Garden Boulevard and Silver Beach Road rather than using
Burma Road.
In response to questions by Councilman Kiselewski, George
Long, Town Manager of Lake Park, addressed the Council
stating traffic issues will be addressed and discussions
with the City of Riviera Beach will take place to resolve
future annexation issues.
Councilman Kiselewski made a motion to authorize the City
Manager to proceed with discussions after the Town of Lake
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Park and the City of Riviera Beach have reached an
agreement, with all issues researched and documents
prepared for presentation to the City of Palm Beach
Gardens; seconded by Councilwoman Monroe. The motion was
unanimously approved by the City Council.
ASSISTANT PUBLIC
WORKS DIRECTOR
The City Manager stated he has recommended the hiring of
Robert Patty, Jr. as the Assistant Public Works Director
and according to the City's Charter, the City Council must
confirm the Assistant Department Head appointment.
Councilman Kiselewski maEs a motion to approve the
recommendation of the City Manager; seconded by vice Mayor
Aldred. The mo'.ion was unanimously approved by the City
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Council.
MUNICIPAL LEAGUE
The City Manager stated the Municipal League has incurred
some legal expenses in addressing the development of a
Countywide Future Land Use Element, proposed by the
Countywide Planning Council, and the City's proportionate
share comes to $1,525.
Councilman Kiselewski made a motion to pay the 51,525,
with the funds to be taken from Council Contingency;
seconded by vice Mayor Aldred. The motion was unanimously
approved by the City Council.
REPORTS AND ITEMS BY
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
MAYOR MARTINO
Mayor Martino expressed concern with the attitude of the
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County Commissioners regarding the municipalities'
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Comprehensive Planning and Environmentally Sensitive Land
Ordinances.
COUNCILMAN RUSSO
Councilman Russo expressed concern with the County
proposed biohazardous waste facility to be located in
Caloosa.
COUNCILMAN KISELEwSKI
Councilman Kiselewski reported the Arts Advisory Committee
has met to discuss the amendments to the Art in Public
Places Ordinance.
Councilman Kiselewski expressed concern with the
appearance and lack of landscaping of newsstands in the
City.
LARRY PELTON
Larry Pelton, Executive Director of the Palm Beach County
Development Board, addressed the City Council stating the
function of the Board is to attempt to persuade businesses
in other counties to expand or relocate into Palm Beach
County.
In response to questions by Mayor Martino, Mr. Pelton
reviewed the fees associated with membership.
Councilwoman Monroe requested Mr. Pelton to provide any
information available on affordable housing to the
Council.
Per a consensus of the City Council, membership will be
considered during the 1991/1992 budgetary process.
CONSENT AGENDA
Per a unanimous vote of the City Council, Item 1, Approval
of Minutes of the Local Planning Agency Meeting of March
7, 1991, was removed from the Consent Agenda and approved
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during the Local Planning Agency Meeting.
Per a consensus of the City Council, the following items
on the Consent Agenda were unanimously approved and
adopted by the City Council:
2. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting, 3/7/91.
3. Resolution 25, 1991 - Appointment /reappointment of
members to Policemen's Retirement Trust Fund Board.
4. Resolution 40, 1991 - Approval of Plat of "The oaks -
SunTerrace Plat 2 ", created 11/16/89 by Ordinance 31,
1989.
S. Resolution 44, 1991 - Approval of "Assignment of
Easement" to Seacoast Utility for the east six feet on
Lot 6 and west six feet of Lot 7, Block 25, Plat No,
3.
6. Resolution 45, 1991 - Urging the defeat of HB 357 and
SB 1022 which would authorize cities to use 1/2 of
yearly increase in premium tax funds distributed for
police and fire pensions.
7. Resolution 46, 1991 - Supporting HB 1813 and SB 1486
which would amend the current composition of the
police and fire pension board of trustees.
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION 41, 1991
Councilman Eiselewski made a motion to appoint James J.
xuretski, Jr. as an alternate member to the Planning and
Zoning Commission to fill the unexpired term of Jack
White; seconded by Vice Mayor Aldred. The motion was
unanimously approved by the City Council,
RESOLUTION 42, 1991
Rich Walton, Director of Planning and Zoning, addressed
the City Council regarding Resolution 42, 1991, amendment
to PGA Devonshire PUB and reviewed the proposal. Mr.
Walton stated Petitioner has notified residents within 300
feet of the public input meeting this evening.
Hank Skokowski, President of Urban Design Studio,
presented the site plan and elevations to the City
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Council. Mr. Skokowski stated the petitioner has agreed
to increase buffering along the perimeter to compensate
for the additional height of the buildings.
MRS. GOTTLIEB Mrs. Gottlieb, Heather Run, addressed the City Council
expressing concern regarding increased traffic and
building height.
Mr. Skokowski discussed the traffic standards for a life
care facility for the elderly stating the traffic will be
2 1/2 times less than a normal development.
RICHARD GOTTLIEB Richard Gottlieb, Heather Run, addressed the City Council
expressing concern regarding the entrances to the
facility.
® Per a consensus of the City Council, the following
amendments were made to Resolution 42, 1991:
1. Condition 1., add "Dining room facilities may be used
by guests." at the end of the condition.
2. Condition 4., last line, delete "first" and insert
"next ".
3. Condition 6., last line, add "shall be required" at
the end of the condition.
4. Condition 9., third line, delete "be 22 minimum over
all height" and insert "have a minimum of 14 feet clear
wood ".
Councilman Kiselewski made a motion to approve and adopt
Resolution 42, 1991, as amended; seconded by Councilwoman
Is Monroe. The motion was unanimously approved by the City
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Council.
RESOLUTION 43, 1991 Rich Walton, Director of Planning and Zoning, addressed
the City Council regarding Resolution 43, 1991, PGA
Commerce Park Lot 1 Time Extension. Mr. Walton stated the
Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a 3
year time extension. Mr. Walton stated the Petitioner had
requested a 5 year time extension.
Per a consensus of the City Council, the following
amendments were made to Resolution 43, 1991:
]. Section 1, last line, change "three (3)" to "five
(5) "-
2. Add a new Section 2, "This Planned Unit Development
shall be subject to payment of any applicable impact fees
which may be imposed prior to issuance of the first
building permit."
3. Renumber sections accordingly.
Councilman Kiselewski made a motion to approve and adopt
Resolution 43, 1991, as amended; seconded my Councilwoman
Monroe. The motion was unanimously approved by the City
Council.
ORDiNANCGS
ORDINANCE 6, 1991 Rich Walton, Director of Planning and Zoning, addressed
the City Council regarding Ordinance 6, 1991. Mr. Walton
stated he has spoken with K.C. Collette, Assistant County
Attorney, who stated there is no concern with the City
® being inconsistent with Chapter 171, Florida Statutes.
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Mayor Martino declared the Public Hearing opening, which
was duly advertised on 3/27/91, 4/6/91, 4/3/91, and
4/20/91, and held on the intent of annexation, under Palm
Beach County Development Regulations, of 5,638 acres,
located north of Lake Park west Road, west of the Beeline
Highway and west of the future North Palm Beach County
General Aviation Airport. (City Golf
Course /vavrus /Cordani).
SAM MONACO Sam Monaco, 602 Brackenwood Cove, addressed the City
Council questioning if the Council had any plans for this
area at this time.
The City Manager responded that at this time, all that is
® proposed for a portion of this area is the Palm Beach
Gardens Municipal Golf Course.
There being no further comments from the public, Mayor
Martino declared the Public Hearing closed.
Councilman Kiselewski made a motion to place Ordinance 6,
1991, on second and final reading, by title only; seconded
by vice Mayor Aldred.
Councilwoman Monroe stated she was not comfortable with
the timing of the annexation and felt it was not
beneficjal to Palm Beach Gardens at this time.
Per a vote of 4 ayes and 1 nay, the Deputy City Clerk
read, by title only, on second and final reading,
Ordinance 6, 1991. The nay vote was cast by Councilwoman
• Monroe for reasons previously stated.
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Councilman Kiselewski made a motion to approve and adopt
Ordinance 6, 1991; seconded by Vice Mayor Aldred. Per a
vote of 4 ayes and 1 nay, Ordinance 6, 1991 was approved
and adopted by the City Council. The nay vote was cast by
Councilwoman Monroe for reasons previously ,,tated.
ORDINANCE 13, 1991 Per a consensus of the City Council, the Deputy City Clerk
read, on first reading, by title only, Ordinance 13, 1991,
rezoning of 4.1 acres of land from Palm Beach County
Zoning Designation of AR to GU under the Palm Beach
Gardens Code. (FP &L Donald Ross Road Sub - Station).
Dave Klenchman of FP &L, addressed the City Council and
reviewed a tree survey of the property. Mr. Klenchman
stated they will save and relocate every possible tree.
The City Council scheduled Ordinance 13, 1991 for second
reading on April 4, 1991.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
LOEHMANN'S PLAZA
Rich Walton, Director of Planning and Zoning, addressed
the City Council stating the Council had requested
clarification on signage, traffic and screening on the
roof. Mr. Walton stated the Petitioner has revised the
plans to provide for a tile roof on the north and west
area of the property.
Jorge Quintero, agent for Petitioner, addressed the City
Council reviewing site plan modifications and changes to
the landscape plan since the last meeting.
Councilwoman Monroe expressed concern with the proposed
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landscaping plan, specifically the ultimate height and
future maintenance of the existing oak trees.
Mr. Quintero requested Council approve placement of 14
signs, one for each tenant, on the rear of the shopping
center.
Mr. Quintero stated the Petitioner has agreed to extend
the sidewalk down PGA Boulevard, if approved by DOT.
Per a consensus of the City Council, the Petitioner will
be allowed a maximum of 10 signs on the rear of the
shopping center, placed either on the high panel or the
low panel, but not both. Marquee signage was approved as
proposed by Petitioner. Petitioner was directed to
provide detailed plans for proposed signage and northern
elevation.
Petitioner was directed to work with Planning and zoning
staff on parking calculations based on building square
footage.
The Petitioner requested, and the City Council agreed,
that first reading be scheduled for the Regular Meeting of
April 4, 1991 and the Pudic Hearing be advertised and
scheduled for the Regular Meeting of April 18, 1991.
TIIE OAKS GUARDHOUSE: Rich Walton, Director of Planning and Zoning, addressed
the City Council and reviewed the staff report regarding
the proposed guardhouses at The Oaks PUD. Mr. Walton
stated the Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously
® recommended approval of the petition with four conditions.
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Chuck Hathaway, Vice President of DiVosta and Company,
addressed the City Council and reviewed the elevations of
the guardhouses. Mr. Hathaway stated the Petitioner
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agrees to the conditions proposed by the Planning and
Zoning Commission.
Staff was directed to prepare a Resolution for
consideration of approval at the Regular Meeting of April
4, 1991.
Vice Mayor Aldred made a motion for the City Council to
approve transmittal to the Florida Department of Community
Affairs for determination of compliance and consistency
with statutory requirements regarding amendment to the
Comprehensive Lanu Use Plan providing for PO as the land
use designation on lands located on the south side of
Burns Road and east of Interstate 95, commonly known as
Surgicenter; seconded by Councilman Kiselewski. The
motion was unanimously approved by the City Council.
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting
was adjourned at 11 :25 P. ".