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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withdrawn; that a legal description had been added to Item IX, (b) Ordinance 31, 2002, and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,
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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.
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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
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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.
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ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 8:42
P.M.
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