Town Council Workshop/Regular Meeting
Regular MeetingLoxahatchee Groves, FL · February 15, 2022
Minutes
TOWN OF LOXAHATCHEE GROVES
TOWN COUNCIL COMMUNITY OPEN DISCUSSION WORKSHOP
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
A.feeting audio available in Town Clerk's Office
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Shorr called meeting to order at 6:0 I p.m.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
There were public comments made by the following: Lissette Vazquez and Todd Mclendon.
Ms. Vazquez made comments regarding non-permitted dwelling on San Diego Drive, she a lso stated that
she has made phone calls to Code Enforcement and has not received any returns calls. She did state that
Jennifer called stating that she would forward the message to Code Enforcement. She continued to state
that s he works from home, and she has not seen anyone come to the property which is in question. She
attended the meeting to be heard. She also handed out information (can be found in the Town C lerk's
Office).
Mayor Shorr addressed her questions and concerns by stating that Town Council is not involved in Code
Enforcement and giving her the steps of how to make a complaint. He also stated that Mr. Titcomb (Town
Manager) will follow up on this issue. Mr. Titcomb stated he would speak with Code Enforcement;
someone would call her back.
Councilmember Maniglia thanked Ms. Vazquez for attending the meeting tonight, then stated her concerns
regarding Code Enforcement. She also stated that the road the Ms. Vazquez and Los Angeles Road are
being cleaned up back the owners that are coming in. She a lso asked what is going on with the storage? Ms.
Vazquez responded that she believes there are people living in there. Councilmember Maniglia stated that
she s hould inform Children and Family Services. There was dialog between the Councilmember Maniglia
and Mr. Titcomb.
Vice Mayor Danowski apologized to Ms. Vazquez for enduring thi s process and that staff wil l take care of
the situation.
Todd Mclendon asked Mayor Shorr about his appearance at F Road and Collecting while it was being
paved. Mayor Shorr responded he was just videotaping. Mr. Mclendon also asked about who is respons ible
for records from social media post, who is responsible. Town Attorney Lenihan res ponded that if it is Town
officia l Facebook then the Town is responsible, if it is not the person who is making the comment is
responsible. But all requests can come through the Town Clerks' office.
Counci lmember Maniglia asked stated that the Public Works' department look like a junkyard. She then
preceded to ask Mr. Peters why the area look so in a disarray and what is going on with the excavator
because s he be lieves there was a vote by Town Council to get rid of the eq uipment, she asked for an update.
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Mr. Peters responded by stating that there should be an agreement with Palm Beach County to take it there.
Town Attorney Lenihan stated the agreement is not yet complete. There was discussion among Town
Council and staff. Councilmember Maniglia also asked about signs and vehicles, she also asked could it go
to the scrap yard. Mr. Peters responded, yes. Mr. Peters then preceded to ask about purchasing some
equipment from the upcoming auction held by Palm Beach County and could an agreement be made not to
exceed a certain amount to purchase equipment? There were further questions about equipment- mainly
what equipment does Mr. Peters want. Councilmember Maniglia asked why we as a municipality are not
going to a dealership to purchase a new truck. Mayor Shorr responded that are financing is only for three
(3) years. Mr. Peters announced that Public Works has hired some additional staff. Councilmember
Maniglia stated now that staff has been hired, she would like to see a little more maintenance done. Mayor
Shorr asked about the doubling of the workforce. Town Manger Titcomb responded. There continue to be
discussions among Town Council and Mr. Peters.
Robert Dubrawski, a Commercial Real Estate Broker, asked about the permitting use of Commercial Low
Zoning. He wanted to know was the Town opening up the commercial low zoning permitted uses. Town
Counci I stated they had no impact on the topic but infonned him of the process.
Mayor Shorr stated he wanted to speak about residents paving an existing driveway. He asked is there a
simple process for or can consideration for a simple streamline process be created. Town Manager Titcomb
asked Mr. Peters about the impact this may have on FDA. There was discussion among Town Council and
Staff. Councilmember Maniglia asked about having permit boxes. Town Manager Titcomb stated that he
suggests that we ask our Building professionals for recommendations.
There was a consensus to have staff look into how this process can be done regarding the paving of
an existing driveway.
Vice Mayor Danowski asked about the updating of the RV application and program. Town Attorney
responded. Vice Mayor Danowski asked could it come before Town Council by June. Town Manager
Titcomb stated it may before that time.
Councilmember Maniglia stated that it is very important for us to make sure that contractors are licensed.
ADJOURNMENT
The workshop was adjourned at 6:20 p.m.
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Agenda
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TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP/SPECIAL MEETING
Community Open Discussion Meeting 6:00-6:55 PM (Non-Agenda Items Workshop)
AGENDA
FEBRUARY 15, 2022 - 7:00 - 10:30 P.M.
Robert Shorr, Mayor (Seat 4)
Phillis Maniglia, Councilmember (Seat 1) Laura Danowski, Vice Mayor (Seat 2)
Marianne Miles, Councilmember (Seat 3) Marge Herzog, Councilmember (Seat 4)
Administration
Town Manager, James S. Titcomb
Assistant Town Manager, Francine L. Ramaglia
Town Attorney, Elizabeth Lenihan, 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 is why we say "Character Counts" in Town of Loxahatchee. 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.
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TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENCE
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS AND MODIFICATIONS
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
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 will be “received and filed” to be
acknowledged as part of the official public record of the meeting. Town Council meetings are live-
streamed and close-captioned for the general public via our website, instructions are posted there.
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Acceptance of Public Works Monthly Status Report for the month of January 2022.
2. Approval of Resolution No. 2022-05 authorizing the entry by the Town into an agreement
with Steffen & Sons Striping, LLC for roadway striping and pavement marking services.
REGULAR AGENDA
3. Discussion of 23rd Court North off E Road “Three Way Stop”.
4. Discussion of After Hour Work.
5. Update on Florida Power & Light Project.
TOWN COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Phillis Maniglia (Seat 1)
Laura Danowski (Seat 2)
Marianne Miles (Seat 3)
Marge Herzog (Seat 5)
Mayor Robert Shorr (Seat 4)
TOWN STAFF COMMENTS
Town Manager
Assistant Town Manager
Town Attorney
Public Works Director
Town Clerk
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ADJOURNMENT
Comment Cards:
Note public comment rules may be 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.
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