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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Council 080102CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING August 1, 2002 The August 1, 2002 Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, was called to order at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Complex located at 10500 North Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. ROLL CALL: The City Clerk called the roll and the following elected officials were found to be in attendance: Mayor Jablin, Vice Mayor Sabatello, Councilmember Clark, Councilmember Russo, and Councilmember Delgado. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, MODIFICATIONS: Mayor Jablin announced that item (f) on the consent agenda, Resolution 123, 2002, was to be withdrawn; that a legal description had been added to Item IX, (b) Ordinance 31, 2002, and that language had been added to item X (a), Resolution 121, 2002. Councilmember Clark made a motion to make the changes to the agenda as announced. Councilmember Delgado seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous 5 -0 vote. ANNOUNCEMENTS /PRESENTATIONS Police Department Crime Statistics — Police Chief James FitzGerald reviewed the City's crime statistics for January through June of 2002. Burglaries had increased mainly at construction sites but were down in some other categories. Factors contributing to increased crime and to crime prevention were reviewed. The population growth was reported to be a major factor in the increase of crime. Drug overdose cases and new educational prevention programs were discussed. The Police Chief noted that eleven new police officers had been requested in the 2003 budget, thanked the City Council for their support, and stressed that cooperation from the public was critical. Councilmembers indicated the Chief s report was excellent, expressed support, and requested comparison of the City's statistics with similar size cities. ITEMS & REPORTS BY MAYOR AND COUNCIL: Councilmember Delgado requested a staff report on the last Recreation Advisory Board meeting. Mr. Downey indicated a report would be available at the next City Council meeting. Councilmember Delgado announced a best neighbor award would be given by Flower Kingdom and applications would be available at City Hall. Vice Mayor Sabatello noted PGA was restricted to only three lanes because of CRALLS and requested that development projects be required to provide turning lanes even if not warranted by traffic studies. A report from staff was requested at the next meeting. Councilmember Russo asked when the budget workshop would be held, to which staff responded it was scheduled for August 15 at 5:30 p.m. Councilmember Clark reported the Issues Forum of the Intergovernmental Clearing House had met and had discussed hurricane evacuation shelter capacity. Councilmember Clark suggested that the City and the town of Jupiter look at increasing shelter capacity in new development projects, which came before them for approval. Mayor Jablin reported he and Dan Clark had gone to St. Augustine to speak with FEC representatives regarding Kyoto Drive, and he felt the meeting had been very useful, CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS REGULAR MEETING, 8/1/02 2 and that the grade crossing would be designed under FEC guidelines. The Mayor reported the County Commissioners had met and one item had been dropped for later consideration and on the other item the language had been changed to the City's liking. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC: Carol Estrada, Riverside Drive, reported she had checked with several houses of worship and had found they all had several events during the year and that parking overflowed outside their properties, and requested that Christ Fellowship Church not be imposed upon with requirements not imposed on others. Ms. Estrada thanked staff for their work regarding MacArthur Boulevard. CONSENT AGENDA: Councilmember Clark made a motion to approve the consent agenda with the exception of item (f), which had been withdrawn. Councilmember Delgado seconded the motion. Motion carried by unanimous 5 -0 vote. The following items were approved: a. Consideration of approving Minutes from the July 11, 2002 Regular City Council Meeting. b. Consideration of approving Minutes from the July 18, 2002 Regular City Council Meeting. C. Resolution 99, 2002 - Habitat for Humanity. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, Certifying that the programs of the Lighthouse Habitat for Humanity, Inc. for the construction of housing for low income persons is consistent with the City of Palm Beach Gardens comprehensive plan and land development regulations; and providing for an effective date. d. Resolution 118, 2002 — Award of Fire Suppression Contract — 4 locations. Consideration of accepting a proposal submitted by Suncoast Fire and Safety Equipment, Inc. and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement. e. Resolution 120, 2002 — Mirasol PCD SW Maintenance /Storage Facility. Consideration for the approval of a site plan to allow for construction of a Golf Maintenance Facility, Outdoor Recreational Vehicle and Watercraft Storage Area, and two Temporary Trailers to be used as Administrative Offices for the Honda Classic Golf Tournament, located within the Mirasol Planned Community District (PCD). g. Resolution 125, 2002 — Amendment Number 2 to LBFH, Inc. Agreement. Consideration of approving Amendment Number 2 to Work Order 2002 -003 with LBFH, Inc. for architectural and engineering services related to the planning and design of Westminster Park and Burns Road Community Center. h. Resolution 126, 2002 — Consideration for authorizing the allocation of Art in Public Places Fees for architectural consultant services relating to the PGA Flyover Project. i. Resolution 127, 2002 — Emergency Services Agreement for Mutual Assistance and Automatic Aid. Consideration for approval of an Emergency Services Agreement for Mutual Assistance and Automatic Aid between Palm Beach County and the City of Palm Beach Gardens. CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS REGULAR MEETING, 8/1/02 3 J- Resolution 128, 2002 — Evergrene P.C.D -Plat Three (AKA Parcel 4A) Plat. Consideration for approving the Evergrene P.C.D -Plat Three Plat. k. Resolution 129, 2002 — Interlocal Agreement with Solid Waste Authority. Consideration of approving an interlocal agreement with The Solid Waste Authority for the delivery of municipal solid waste to a designated facility and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute same. 1. Resolution 130, 2002 — Appointment of members to the Beautification and Environmental Committee. Consideration of appointing two (2) members to the Beautification and Environmental Committee. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Ordinance 25, 2002 — An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, providing for the approval of an application from PF Park, LTD., for an amendment to the Village Square Professional Park Planned Unit Development, Phase I1, to allow for seven (7) covered parking spaces over existing parking lot to be located on the west side of building #700, said PUD being located at the southwest corner of RCA Boulevard and Prosperity Farms Road, as more particularly described herein — for consideration of second reading. Planner Jackie Holloman presented the staff report. Mayor Jablin declared the public hearing open, held on the intent of Ordinance 25, 2002. Hearing no comments from the public, Mayor Jablin declared the public hearing closed. Councilmember Clark made a motion to place Ordinance 25, 2002 on second reading and to approve Ordinance 25, 2002. Councilmember Russo seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous 5 -0 vote. The City Clerk read Ordinance 25, 2002 on second reading by title only. Ordinance 31, 2002 —An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, annexing into the City an area of contiguous, compact, unincorporated real property more particularly described herein and commonly known as "Garden Oaks, Mary Circle and Sunset Drive;" providing for redefinition of the City's corporate boundaries; providing for referendum election; providing for advertising; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date — for consideration of first reading. Senior Planner Kara Irwin presented the request and reviewed concerns expressed by the residents. Councilmember Clark clarified that in comparing taxes, the fact that Palm Beach Gardens had no utility tax should be considered, and staff was requested at second reading to provide analyses from other municipalities. Discussion ensued regarding the residents' concerns, and three councilmembers indicated they would be in favor of a special ordinance to address the issue of boat storage in residents' yards. Major Jablin declared the public hearing open, held on the intent of Ordinance 31, 2002. Michael Champagne and Daniel Champagne, 879140 th Terrace, asked if development costs for 401h Terrace would be covered by the City. The City Manager responded there were many different avenues that could be utilized for payment by the city, but it would be a policy decision by City Council whether to assess residents or pay from City funds. It was clarified that registered voters would be the ones voting in the annexation referendum. Kevin Easton, 8342 Sunset Drive, asked if the city would provide streetlights. Growth Management Director Charles Wu responded the street design would be discussed in meetings with the residents; and the City Manager indicated there would be funds in the gas tax that could be used for lighting. Mr. Easton questioned if the city would assume responsibility for items such as canal cleanup and road paving. Mr. Easton indicated there were renters who did not want city water and sewer. The Mayor indicated those items CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS REGULAR MEETING, 8/1/02 4 would be addressed in meetings with the residents. Mr. Easton asked what benefit the city would receive from annexation, to which the response was that Garden Oaks had requested annexation, and the areas must be squared up during the process. Mary McDonald, 4282 Mary Circle, commented on problems she had experienced with flooding and had received no help from the city, asked when the last meeting had been, and requested meetings with the residents be held at City Hall. Mayor Jablin responded meetings would be held with the neighborhoods and concerns would be addressed. Frances Fox, Mary Circle, explained how the water flow created flooding. Water and sewer hookups were discussed. Jeff Sigfried, 4439 Mary Circle, requested options for payment be provided to residents. Mayor Jablin stressed that nothing would be imposed that residents did not want. Brian Kemik, Mary Circle, commented that Garden Oaks had enough votes to control the annexation, and the biggest concern was what would be required out -of- pocket. Councilmember Russo indicated he did not want to force residents to annex who did not want to come into the city. The City Attorney indicated that if Garden Oaks were annexed then Mary Circle and Sunset would also have to come in, in order not to create an enclave. Joan Elias, 1009 Diamond Head Way, commented this was the greatest city in the world, and it provided great services. Ms. Elias urged everyone in these neighborhoods to register to vote because of the importance of this issue. Hearing no further comments from the public, Councilmember Clark made a motion to place Ordinance 31, 2002 on first reading by title only. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Delgado. Councilmember Russo indicated he would vote in favor tonight but there were a lot of unanswered questions, which should be answered by the time of second reading. Vice Mayor Sabatello cautioned staff to be as clear as possible on timing of improvements promised and suggested holding meetings at City Hall rather than outside. Motion carried by unanimous 5 -0 vote. The City Clerk read Ordinance 31, 2002 on first reading by title only. RESOLUTIONS: Resolution 121, 2002 — Consideration of adopting an Interlocal Agreement for Joint Development Review with the Town of Lake Park regarding a parcel of land located at the southwest corner of Northlake Blvd. And Congress Avenue, as more particularly described herein. Councilmember Russo moved adoption of Resolution 121, 2002 with the modified language accepted earlier in the meeting. Councilmember Clark seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous 5 -0 vote. CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS REGULAR MEETING, 8/1/02 5 ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 8:42 P.M. APPROVAL: Uu ATTEST: y PATRICIA- SNIDE -z CITY <CLERK�- yA° ,Y CHAIR PRO r ER RUSSO COUNCILMEMBER D