Town Council Regular Meeting

TOWN OF LOXAHATCHEE GROVES Town Hall Council Chambers TOWN COUNCIL FIRST BUDGET HEARING AND REGULAR MEETING AGENDA September 8, 2020 - 7:00-10:30 P.M. As Palm Beach County Covid-19 Phase-1 public protocols are in effect, a very limited public audience may be accommodated onsite (max 10-persons w/mandatory masks, social distancing, first come/first serve seating, etc.). Public comment will also be accepted by email or in writing to the Clerk’s office. Lisa El-Ramey, Mayor (Seat 3) Phillis Maniglia, Councilmember (Seat 1) Laura Danowski, Councilmember (Seat 2) Robert Shorr, Councilmember (Seat 4) Marge Herzog, Vice Mayor (Seat 5) Administration Town Manager, James S. Titcomb Assistant Town Manager, Francine L. Ramaglia Town Attorney, R. Brian Shutt, Esq. Town Clerk, Lakisha Q. Burch Director of Public Works, Larry A. Peters, P.E. Civility: Being "civil" is not a restraint on the First Amendment right to speak out, but it is more than just being polite. Civility is stating your opinions and beliefs, without degrading someone else in the process. Civility requires a person to respect other people's opinions and beliefs even if he or she strongly disagrees. It is finding a common ground for dialogue with others. It is being patient, graceful, and having a strong character. That's why we say "Character Counts" in Town of Loxahatchee Groves. Civility is practiced at all Town meetings. Special Needs: In accordance with the provisions of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), persons in need of a special accommodation to participate in this proceeding shall within three business days prior to any proceeding, contact the Town Clerk’s Office, 155 F Road, Loxahatchee Groves, Florida, (561) 793-2418. Quasi-Judicial Hearings: Some of the matters on the Agenda may be "quasi-judicial" in nature. Town Council Members are required to disclose all ex-parte communications regarding these items and are subject to voir dire (a preliminary examination of a witness or a juror by a judge or council) by any affected party regarding those communications. All witnesses testifying will be "sworn" prior to their testimony. However, the public is permitted to comment, without being sworn. Unsworn comment will be given its appropriate weight by the Town Council. Appeal of Decision: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Town Council with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, he or she will need a record of the proceeding, and for that purpose, may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes any testimony and evidence upon which the appeal will be based. Consent Calendar: Those matters included under the Consent Calendar are typically self-explanatory, non-controversial, and are not expected to require review or discussion. All items will be enacted by a single motion. If discussion on an item is desired, any Town Council Member, without a motion, may "pull" or remove the item to be considered separately. If any item is quasi-judicial, it may be removed from the Consent Calendar to be heard separately, by a Town Council Member, or by any member of the public desiring it to be heard, without a motion. Town of Loxahatchee Groves September 8, 2020 Town Council Regular Meeting Agenda Page No.2 TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MOMENT OF SILENCE ROLL CALL ADDITIONS/DELETIONS/MODIFICATIONS TO THE AGENDA COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS Palm Beach County Covid-19 Phase-1 public protocols are in effect; thus, a very limited public audience can be accommodated in our Council Chambers (max 10-persons w/mandatory masks, social distancing, first come/first serve seats, etc.). In-person attendance above 10-persons is currently reserved for Councilmembers and town staff. Public Comments for all meetings may be received by email, or in writing to the Town Clerk’s Office until 6:00 PM day of the meeting. Comments received will be received, filed and acknowledged as part of the official public record for indicated meeting. The Town Council meeting will be live-streamed and close-captioned for the public via our website. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes a. March 3, 2020 Community Resident Workshop b. August 4, 2020 Town Council Regular Meeting 2. Approval of Resolution No. 2020-13 selection of Mayor of the Town of Loxahatchee Groves. 3. Approval of Resolution No. 2020-14 selection of Vice Mayor of the Town of Loxahatchee Groves. 4. Approval of third addendum to the Law Enforcement Service Agreement (LESA). FIRST BUDGET AND PUBLIC HEARING 5. Discussion of proposed tentative millage rate and proposed FY21 Budget. 6. Comments from Public regarding the proposed tentative millage rate and budget 7. Resolution No. 2020-15 adopting the tentative millage rate for FY 2020-2021 8. Town Manager announcement of the percentage by which the adopted tentative millage rate exceeds the roll back rate. 9. Resolution No. 2020-16 adopting the tentative budget for FY 2020-2021 10. Resolution No. 2020-17 Solid Waste Assessment 11. Resolution No. 2020-DD05 Road and Drainage Acreage Assessment 12. Resolution No. 2020-DD06 OGEM Debt Service REGULAR AGENDA 13. Approval of First Reading of Ordinance No. 2020-05 amending its code of ordinances by creating Chapter 27 “Fireworks” to provide for regarding the use and sale of fireworks. 14. Approval of First Reading of Ordinance No. 2020-06 amending its Code of Ordinances by enacting Chapter 7 “Animals” to provide for regulations regarding animals. Town of Loxahatchee Groves September 8, 2020 Town Council Regular Meeting Agenda Page No.3 15. Approval of First Reading of Ordinance No. 2020-07 amending its Unified Land Development Code by amending Part II “Zoning Districts”, Article 20 “Residential Zoning Districts” by enacting Section 20-050 “Recreational Vehicles” to provide regulations regarding recreational vehicles. 16. Approval of First Reading of Ordinance No. 2020-08 amending Nuisance Abatement. 17. Approval of Town of Loxahatchee Groves Planning Consultant- James Fleishmann 18. Approval of Brett Raflowitz as a member of the Planning & Zoning Board. 19. Approval of leased Water Truck purchase finance option. TOWN COUNCILMEMBERS COMMENTS Phillis Maniglia, Councilmember (Seat 1) Laura Danowski, Councilmember (Seat 2) Lisa El-Ramey, Mayor (Seat 3) Robert Shorr, Councilmember (Seat 4) Marge Herzog, Vice Mayor (Seat 5) TOWN STAFF COMMENTS Town Manager/ ATM Town Attorney Public Works ADJOURNMENT Comment Cards: Note public comment rules are modified during the COVID-19 pandemic, see above. Anyone from the public wishing to address the Town Council, it is requested that you complete a Comment Card before speaking. Please fill out completely with your full name and address so that your comments can be entered correctly in the minutes and give to the Town Clerk. During the agenda item portion of the meeting, you may only address the item on the agenda being discussed at the time of your comment. During public comments, you may address any item you desire. Please remember that there is a three (3) minute time limit on all public comment. Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Council with respect to any matter considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose, may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made which included testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in order to participate should contact the Town Clerk’s Office (561-793-2418), at least 48 hours in advance to request such accommodation.