Town Council Workshop Meeting
Regular MeetingLoxahatchee Groves, FL · October 15, 2019
Agenda
TOWN OF LOXAHATCHEE GROVES
TOWN HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP / SPECIAL MEETING
AGENDA
October 15, 2019 - 6:00 P.M.
Robert Shorr, Mayor (Seat 4)
Phillis Maniglia, Councilmember (Seat 1) Laura Danowski, Councilmember (Seat 2)
Lisa El-Ramey, Councilmember (Seat 3) Dave DeMarois, Vice Mayor (Seat 5)
Administration
Town Manager, James S. Titcomb
Assistant Town Manager, Francine L. Ramaglia
Public Works Director, Larry A. Peters, P.E.
Town Attorney, R. Brian Shutt, Esq.
Town Clerk, Lakisha Q. Burch
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 October 15, 2019
Town Council Workshop/Special Meeting Agenda Page No.2
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Moment of Silence
Roll Call
Additions/Deletions/Modifications of Agenda
Comments from The Public on Non-Agenda Items
The public is encouraged to offer comments on any non-agenda item. Generally, remarks by an individual
will be limited to one time, up to three minutes or less. The Mayor or presiding officer has discretion to
adjust the amount of time allocated.
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Conflict of Interest Waiver - Torcivia, Donlon, Goddeau & Ansay, P.A.
2. Resolution No. 2019-60 (Councilmember El-Ramey) approving the appointment of Angelo Rossi to
the Finance Audit and Advisory Committee.
3. Resolution No. 2019-61 approving appointments of Maureen “Reenie” Brewer (Councilmember El-
Ramey); and Dennis Lipp (Councilmember Danowski) to the Planning Zoning Board.
4. Resolution No. 2019-62 repealing Resolution No. 2019-11 Code Enforcement Moratorium.
5. Public Works Purchase Orders Nos. 195 & 196 –Rock for Collecting Canal Rd (D to Folsom)
6. Public Works Water Drainage Projects, Listed Nos. 1-10; and 14 OGEM-Sites Approvals.
PUBLIC HEARING
7. First Reading of Ordinance No. 2019-08 approving Groves Town Center MUPD Amendment.
8. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 2019-07 approving the Moving date of the Municipal Election to
be held concurrent with the March 17, 2020 Presidential Preference Primary.
9. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 2019-06 approval of the Lighting Code Revisions.
10. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 2019-05 approving the Collection of Solid Waste (Town staff
recommendation is to continue this advertised item to November 5th, 2019).
REGULAR AGENDA
11. Roads Reconstruction Schedule and Public Works P.O.s for Council prioritization and direction.
12. Direction to Town Attorney to respond to the Underwood Contract Demand Letter.
Town Staff Reports
Town Councilmembers Reports
Adjournment
Comment Cards: 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.
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