Town Council Regular Meeting

TOWN OF LOXAHATCHEE GROVES Town Hall Council Chambers TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA MARCH 16, 2021 – 7:00 – 10:30 P.M. Palm Beach County entered modified “Phase-3” Covid-19 public protocols, limited public audience can be accommodated in Town Hall (currently a max 12-person audience w/mandatory facemasks, social distancing, first come seating). Public comment is also accepted by writing the Clerk’s office. This meeting will be streamed and close-captioned as normal, access instructions posted on website. 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, James Brako, Esq. Town Clerk, Lakisha Q. Burch Public Works Director, 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 March 16, 2021 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 SWEARING IN OF NEW COUNCILMEMBERS Town Charter Section 2 (2)(a): The council, at its first regular meeting after the fourth Tuesday of each March, shall elect from its members a mayor who shall serve for a period of 1 year and who shall have the same legislative powers and duties as any other council member. Section 2(3)(a) The council, at its first regular meeting after the fourth Tuesday of each March, shall elect from its members a vice mayor who shall serve for a period of 1 year and who shall have the same legislative powers and duties while serving as any other council member. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS Palm Beach County entered “Phase-3” Covid-19 protocols, a limited public audience can be accommodated of up to 12-persons in audience, mandatory masks, social distancing, first come seating). 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 and 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. PRESENTATION 1. Presentation from Florida Power & Light (FPL) underground power lines. PUBLIC HEARING 2. Approval of Second 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”; amending Article 175 “Floodplain Management”, Division XV “Recreational Vehicles and Park Trailers”. 3. Approval of Second Reading of Ordinance No. 2020-08 amending Chapter 30 “Nuisances”, Article I “In General”; amending Chapter 38 “Solid Waste”, Article III “Collection of Waste; Franchises and Registration of Contractors authorized”, Section 38.59 “Collection of Waste; Franchises and Registration of Contractors authorized” to modify and clarify the regulations regarding Nuisances related to imminent public health treats and the obstruction of roadways. REGULAR AGENDA 4. Approval of Resolution No. 2021-09 approving the Groves Medical Plaza Conditional Use and Site Plan Amendment, for land owned by Groves Medical Plaza LLC, consisting of 3.43 acres more or less, located at the Northeast Corner of Southern Blvd. and “F” Road. 5. Discussion and Update on “Dirt Glue” solution for North “B” Road. TOWN COUNCILMEMBERS COMMENTS Town of Loxahatchee Groves March 16, 2021 Town Council Regular Meeting Agenda Page No.3 TOWN STAFF COMMENTS Town Manager 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.