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VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH
REGULAR SESSION AGENDA
VILLAGE HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2026
501 U.S. HIGHWAY 1 6:00 PM
Lisa Interlandi Orlando Puyol Susan Bickel Deborah Searcy Kendra Zellner
Mayor Vice Mayor President Pro Tem Councilmember Councilmember
Chuck Huff Leonard G. Rubin Jessica Green
Village Manager Village Attorney Village Clerk
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ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, AND MODIFICATIONS TO THE AGENDA
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
1. Proclamation - Florida Water Professionals Month
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2. Minutes of the Regular Session held July 9, 2026
COUNCIL BUSINESS MATTERS
STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC, PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Members of the public may address the Council concerning items on the Consent Agenda or any non agenda item
under Statements from the Public. Time Limit: 3 minutes
Members of the public who wish to speak on any item listed on the Regular Session or Workshop Session Agenda
will be called on when the issue comes up for discussion. Time Limit: 3 minutes
Anyone wishing to speak should complete a Public Comment Card (on the table at back of Council Chambers) and
submit it to the Village Clerk prior to the beginning of the meeting.
REPORTS (SPECIAL COMMITTEES AND ADVISORY BOARDS)
Regular Session Agenda, July 23, 2026 Page 2 of 2
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda is for the purpose of expediting issues of a routine or pro-forma nature. Councilmembers
may remove any item from the Consent Agenda, which would automatically convey that item to the Regular
Agenda for separate discussion and vote.
3. RESOLUTION – Approving a Utility Easement in favor of Seacoast Utility Authority over Village
Property East of Old Dixie Highway and West of the FEC Railroad Tracks for the installation of
Ground Monitoring Wells; and authorizing execution of the Easement.
4. Receive for file Minutes of the Environmental Committee meeting held 5/4/26.
5. Receive for file Minutes of the Country Club Advisory Board meeting held 5/11/26.
6. Receive for file Minutes of the Recreation Advisory Board meeting held 5/12/26.
7. Receive for file Minutes of the Environmental Committee meeting held 6/1/26.
8. Receive for file Minutes of the Planning, Zoning, and Adjustment Board meeting held 6/2/26.
9. Receive for file Minutes of the Recreation Advisory Board meeting held 6/9/26.
OTHER VILLAGE BUSINESS MATTERS
10. RESOLUTION – ESTABLISHING A TENTATIVE MILLAGE RATE FOR FY 2026-2027 AND
SETTING THE 1ST PUBLIC HEARING Consider a motion to adopt a resolution adopting a tentative
millage rate of 7.4000 mils for Fiscal Year 2027; establishing a date, time, and place for the first
reading on the Tentative Budget and Proposed Millage Rate; and authorizing the Village Manager
to submit the required forms to the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser.
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATION MATTERS
VILLAGE MANAGER MATTERS/REPORTS
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS
ADJOURNMENT
If a person decides to appeal any decision by the Village Council with respect to any matter considered at the Village Council meeting,
he will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose he may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made,
which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based (F.S. 286.0105).
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person who may require special accommodation to participate in this meeting
should contact the Village Clerk’s office at 841-3355 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting date.
This agenda represents the tentative agenda for the scheduled meeting of the Village Council. Due to the nature of governmental duties
and responsibilities, the Village Council reserves the right to make additions to, or deletions from, the items contained in this agenda.
DRAFT MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION
VILLAGE COUNCIL OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
JULY 9, 2026
Present: Lisa Interlandi, Mayor
Orlando Puyol, Vice Mayor
Susan Bickel, President Pro Tem
Deborah Searcy, Councilmember
Kendra Zellner, Councilmember
Chuck Huff, Village Manager
Len Rubin, Village Attorney
Jessica Green, Village Clerk
ROLL CALL
Mayor Interlandi called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. All members of Council were present.
All members of staff were present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice Mayor Puyol led the public in the Pledge.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Minutes of the Regular Session held June 25, 2026 were approved as written.
STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Russ Beverstein, 415 U.S. Highway 1, expressed his appreciation for the article in the newsletter
that featured former Councilmember David Norris. Mr. Beverstein recommended paying homage
with a long-term plaque, tree or bench dedicated to Mr. Norris.
Rich Pizzolato, 1618 Twelve Oaks Way, shared and discussed market dynamics that occur with
Country Club membership pricing.
President Pro Tem Bickel responded to Mr. Beverstein’s comments stating that she agreed with
providing an item of dedication to past Councilmembers or other residents who have made a
significant contribution or impact on the Village.
Discussion ensued between Councilmembers regarding different options for dedications.
Draft Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held July 9, 2026 Page 2 of 5
STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC continued
Gina A. Levesque, CFE of the Palm Beach County Commission on Ethics gave an annual overview
and information regarding the importance of ethics in local government and discussed the practices
and purpose of the Palm Beach County Commission on Ethics as well as where to find information
on ethics and contact information.
CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED
Item 5 was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed on the Regular Agenda. Thereafter, the
Consent Agenda, as amended, was approved unanimously. The following items were approved:
Resolution amending the Associated Accounts and Account Numbers for existing Parks
Maintenance Contracts for Athletic Turf Maintenance, Landscaping and Grounds
Maintenance, and Tree Trimming Management and Maintenance Services.
Resolution accepting a proposal from Shenandoah General Construction, LLC for
Stormwater Repairs at 312 Northlake Drive at a total cost of $65,381; and authorizing
execution of the Contract.
RESOLUTION 2026-32 – AMENDING THE MASTER FEE SCHEDULE TO AMEND THE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT FEE SCHEDULE
A motion was made by Councilmember Searcy and seconded by Councilmember Zellner to adopt
Resolution 2026-32 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM
BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE MASTER FEE SCHEDULE ADOPTED AS PART OF
THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET TO AMEND THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT FEE SCHEDULE APPLICABLE TO BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATIONS
TO COMPLY WITH RECENT CHANGES TO STATE LAW; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Building Official Valentino Perez discussed and explained that the purpose of the resolution was
to comply with House Bill 803 which became effective July 1st. The bill prohibits municipalities
from using project value to determine building permit fees. Mr. Perez explained that project value
may no longer serve as the basis for calculating permit fees and may only be used for reporting
purposes. Mr. Perez discussed and explained how he reviewed prior permit records to determine
how he could minimize the impact.
Discussion ensued between Councilmembers and Mr. Perez regarding how the new fees would be
calculated and the potential impact.
Councilmember Zellner asked Mr. Perez to discuss the provision in House Bill 803 that states that
single-family homeowners and their contractors can skip building permits for qualifying
residential projects valued under $7500.
Mr. Perez explained that the provision did not apply to homes located in Special Flood Hazard
areas and that parts of the Village fell under those designated areas.
Draft Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held July 9, 2026 Page 3 of 5
RESOLUTION 2026-32 – AMENDING THE MASTER FEE SCHEDULE TO AMEND THE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT FEE SCHEDULE continued
Mr. Perez stated that most of the projects that were less than $7500 were minor projects that
counties and municipalities were charging for when it was not necessary.
Discussion continued between Mr. Perez and Vice Mayor Puyol regarding the current and
proposed permit fees.
Discussion ensued between Councilmember Searcy and Mr. Perez regarding calculating permit
fees for remodels versus new construction or rebuilds.
Thereafter, the motion to adopt Resolution 2026-32 passed unanimously.
Mayor Interlandi asked Public Works Director Girard where the water was collecting from with
for the stormwater repair at Northlake Drive.
Mr. Girard stated that the water collection would begin at Fairhaven Drive down to an outfall on
Northlake Drive.
Mayor Interlandi asked Mr. Girard to provide an update on the Buoy Road project.
Mr. Girard stated that a meeting with residents was scheduled for July 15th at Village Hall Council
Chambers. Assistant Public Works Director Jamie Mount, along with the engineer and contractor
for the project, would be at the meeting to discuss and explain the project.
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATION MATTERS
MOTION – Designating a voting delegate for the Florida League of Cities Conference
A motion was made by Councilmember Zellner and seconded by President Pro Tem Bickel
to designate Councilmember Puyol as the voting delegate for the Florida League of Cities Conference.
Thereafter the motion passed unanimously.
VILLAGE MANAGER MATTERS/REPORTS
Mr. Huff stated that some Councilmembers would be attending the Florida League of Cities
Conference which falls on the August 13th Council meeting. Mr. Huff also explained that all
Councilmembers will be on vacations at some point throughout the month of August and they
would need to decide on new dates in August for the Council Budget Meetings.
Discussion ensued between Deputy Manager Samia Janjua and Councilmembers regarding
vacation days and Council’s availability for August.
Council came to consensus to schedule the following dates for Budget Meetings in August:
August 13, 2026 Council Meeting would be canceled
August 27, 2026 Council Meeting would be canceled
Draft Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held July 9, 2026 Page 4 of 5
VILLAGE MANAGER MATTERS/REPORTS continued
August 25, 2026 Council Special Budget Meeting at 4 p.m.
August 31, 2026 Council Special Budget Meeting at 4 p.m. followed by a Special
Council Meeting at 7 p.m.
September 3, 2026 Council Special Budget Meeting at 4 p.m. (if needed)
Mr. Huff thanked staff for their work on the 4th of July event and thanked residents for their
participation in making it a great event.
Mr. Huff gave an update on the meeting that took place on July 8th between FPL and residents
regarding the proposed undergrounding project.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS
Councilmember Zellner stated that she would like to propose that residents have free access or
membership to the Country Club pool for the month of August.
Council supported Councilmember Zellner’s proposition and asked that it be advertised as a free
entrance to the pool not a membership to avoid any confusion or misconception.
Country Club General Manager Beth Davis gave an overview of the pool operations and upcoming
events at the pool.
Discussion ensued between Ms. Davis and Councilmembers regarding events and activities at the
Country Club pool.
Councilmember Searcy thanked staff for their work on the 4th of July event and thanked residents
for their participation in making it a great event.
Councilmember Searcy asked Parks and Recreation Director Ashley Shipman to give an update
on Park and Recreation Month.
Ms. Shipman gave an update on upcoming recreational events.
Councilmember Searcy stated that she follows the Town of Palm Beach on Instagram and found
out that they were voted one of the best places to work in Florida. Councilmember Searcy
recommended that the Village’s Human Resources Department research the award and see if the
Village could apply for the same.
Councilmember Searcy stated that the City of Delray Beach was participating in LEED
Certification and recommended that the Village research on how to participate as well.
Mayor Interlandi requested that the Village donate a basket for auction to the Homeless Coalition
of Palm Beach County Mayors Ball.
Council agreed to donate a basket for auction to the Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County
Mayors Ball.
Draft Minutes of the Village Council Regular Session held July 9, 2026 Page 5 of 5
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MATTERS/REPORTS continued
Mr. Huff stated that a basket would be put together for donation and asked for a dollar value.
Councilmember Searcy stated that she has attended the Mayors Ball in the past and the baskets
were typically valued between $100 to $500.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 6:54 p.m.
Jessica Green, MMC, Village Clerk
VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH
PARKS AND RECREATION
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council
THRU: Chuck Huff, Village Manager
FROM: Jamie Mount, Assistant Director of Public Works
DATE: July 23, 2026
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION – Approving a Utility Easement in favor of Seacoast Utility Authority for
the installation of ground monitoring wells and authorizing its execution
Background:
Seacoast Utility Authority (SUA) has requested a utility easement on Village-owned property to install
two groundwater monitoring wells. These wells are part of a regional water resource management
initiative designed to assist in measuring drawdowns of the local groundwater supply. SUA can gather
critical well data necessary to manage the aquifer and proactively prevent saltwater intrusion into the
local freshwater supply. As part of this project, SUA requires a permanent easement for the installation,
operation, and ongoing data collection from these specific monitoring points.
Project Description:
Southeast Corner Location: SUA proposes installing two subsurface monitoring wells within a
designated easement on the southeast corner of the Village property.
Site Specifications: The easement will encompass the minimum area required for technical
equipment access, data retrieval, and routine maintenance of the well heads. Please refer to the
attached legal description and sketch.
Site Impact: The well heads will be low-profile, requiring no significant vegetation removal, surface
fencing modifications, or permanent architectural structures that alter the visual landscape.
Operational Impact:
The proposed well installations have a highly contained footprint and are situated in an area that will have
minimal impact on daily municipal operations, public access, or local traffic. Staff has reviewed the
proposed location and does not anticipate any conflicts with existing utility infrastructure, municipal
facilities, or future planned capital improvements. Execution of this easement will allow SUA to proceed
with essential environmental monitoring that protects the regional water supply while maintaining the full
functionality and utility of the Village property.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact to the Village associated with granting the requested utility easement. All
installation, maintenance, and operational costs for the monitoring wells will be borne entirely by
Seacoast Utility Authority.
Recommendation:
Village Staff requests Council consideration and approval of the attached Resolution approving
a Utility Easement in favor of Seacoast Utility to allow for the installation and operation of
groundwater monitoring wells on Village property and authorizing the Mayor and Village Clerk to
execute the Easement in accordance with Village policies and procedures.
RESOLUTION 2026-____
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING A UTILITY EASEMENT IN
FAVOR OF SEACOAST UTILITY AUTHORITY OVER VILLAGE
PROPERTY EAST OF OLD DIXIE HIGHWAY AND WEST OF THE FEC
RAILROAD TRACKS FOR THE INSTALLATION OF GROUND
MONITORING WELLS AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE
CLERK TO EXECUTE THE EASEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE VILLAGE;
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Seacoast Utility Authority has requested a Utility Easement over Village owned
property located east of Old Dixie Highway and west of the FEC railroad tracks for the installation
of two groundwater monitoring wells; and
WHEREAS, the Village Council determines that the adoption of this Resolution is in the interests
of the public health, safety, and welfare.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF NORTH PALM
BEACH, FLORIDA as follows:
Section 1. The foregoing recitals are ratified as true and correct and are incorporated herein.
Section 2. The Village Council hereby approves a Utility Easement in favor of Seacoast
Utility Authority over Village property, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein,
and authorizes the Mayor and Village Clerk to execute the Utility Easement on behalf of the
Village.
Section 3. This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS _____ DAY OF ________________, 2026.
(Village Seal)
MAYOR
ATTEST:
VILLAGE CLERK
Return to:
Seacoast Utility Authority
4200 Hood Road
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
UTILITY EASEMENT
THIS EASEMENT is made and entered into this _____ day of ________, 2026 between
the Village of North Palm Beach, a Florida municipal corporation (hereinafter referred to as
“Grantor”) whose address is 501 U.S. Highway One, North Palm Beach, FL 33408 and Seacoast
Utility Authority (hereinafter referred to as “Grantee”) whose address is 4200 Hood Road, Palm
Beach Gardens, FL 34410.
W I T N E S S E T H:
That Grantor, for and in consideration of the sum of Ten Dollars ($10.00) in hand paid by
the Grantee, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, does hereby grant to
the Grantee, its successors and assigns, a perpetual non-exclusive easement which shall permit
the Grantee to enter upon the property herein described at any time to install, operate, maintain
and collect data from groundwater monitoring wells (“Improvements”) in, on, over, under and
across the easement premises. The easement hereby granted covers parcels of land lying,
situate and being in Palm Beach County, Florida, and being more particularly described as
follows:
See Composite Exhibit “A” Attached Hereto and Made a Part Hereof
(Easement Premises)
Grantor shall not grant additional easements or similar interests in, on, over, under, or
across said easement premises without Grantee’s prior written consent, which shall not be
unreasonably withheld. Neither Grantor, nor any other person claiming an interest through
Grantor, shall interfere with Grantee’s utilization and enjoyment of the easement premises,
including the construction, preservation, maintenance or replacement of Grantee’s
Improvements. Further, Grantor or any other person claiming an interest through Grantor, shall
remove any structure, obstruction, improvement or impediment which, at any time, interferes with
Grantee’s utilization and enjoyment of this easement.
Grantor hereby covenants with Grantee that it is lawfully seized and in possession of the
real property herein described and that it has good and lawful right to grant the aforesaid
easement free and clear of any mortgages that are prior in right and dignity to this Easement.
Further, Grantor covenants that there are no encumbrances of any kind that would prevent
Grantee’s full enjoyment of the easement.
Should Grantee enter the easement to perform installation, operation, maintenance and/or
data collection activities, Grantee shall leave the property in the same or better condition that
existed prior to the performance of such activities.
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This Easement, and the covenants contained herein, shall be deemed covenants running
with the land and shall be binding on the parties hereto and their successors and assigns.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Grantor has hereunto set its hand affixed its seal as of the date
first above written.
WITNESSES: GRANTOR:
Village of North Palm Beach, a Florida
municipal corporation
Witness Signature
By:
Lisa Interlandi, Mayor
Print Name
Witness Address
Attest:
Witness Signature Jessica Green, Village Clerk
Print Name
Witness Address
State of Florida )
County of Palm Beach )ss:
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me by □ physical presence or □ on-
line notarization this _____ day of ___________, 2026 by Lisa Interlandi and Jessica Green, as
Mayor and Village Clerk, respectively, of the Village of North Palm Beach who: □ are personally
known to me or □ produced _______________________ as identification.
Notary Public
Print Name:
My commission expires:
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Environmental Committee Meeting Minutes
Monday, May 4, 2026
6:00 pm at Anchorage Park
1. Call to Order: Karen Marcus called the meeting to order.
2. Roll Call:
3. Present: Karen Marcus, Dave Colangelo, Mary Phillips, Ellen Allen, Brian
Bartels, Dana Sklar and Elizabeth Rivera
Absent:
Also Present: Julie Morrell (Village Staff) and Orlando Puyol (NPB Vice Mayor)
4. Approval of Previous Minutes: The Minutes of March 9, 2026, regular
meeting was approved. The April 6th, 2026, meeting was cancelled due to the
Special Election runoff.
5. Public Comments: No public comments were recorded.
6. Committee Membership and Roles: New members Dana Sklar and David
Colangelo were welcomed. Brian Bartels accepted the role of Secretary. Julie
Morrell will assist with recordings and AI-generated transcriptions to support
accurate meeting documentation.
7. Community Garden Update: The committee reviewed� the success of the
recent Garden Fest, including strong attendance, vendor participation, and a
youth symphony performance. Summer cleanup activities are planned, and
volunteers were encouraged to maintain garden plots. New turf and stone
walkways have improved the garden's appearance and usability.
8. New Business: Sponge Restoration Initiative: The committee discussed
potential collaboration with Loggerhead and community partners on sponge
restoration projects using 3D-printed structures. Additional coordination is
required before project implementation.
9. Golf Course Environmental Initiatives: The committee reviewed progress
toward Audubon certification and discussed natural habitat improvements,
including owl house installations.
10. Dry Storage Landscaping: Julie Morrell reported that a $30,000 grant has
been awarded for dry storage landscaping. Paperwork is being finalized and
implementation is expected within 30-60 days.
11. Wildlife Habitat Projects: The committee discussed expanding owl house
installations as a natural alternative to rodenticides. Bat houses and Purple
Martin habitat opportunities were also reviewed, with owl houses remaining
the highest priority on village properties.
12. Code Compliance for Environmental Concerns: The committee reviewed
unauthorized tree removals and ongoing irrigation issues at commercial
properties. A meeting with Chuck Huff is planned for mid-May to discuss
enforcement procedures and corrective actions.
13. Volunteer Board Requests: Julie Morrell reported six new volunteer
inquiries in April 2026 and discussed strategies for volunteer recruitment
and event support.
14. Oyster Restoration Project: Approximately 80 oyster bags remain from
prior distributions. The committee agreed to prioritize deployment of
existing bags before launching additional projects. Outreach to HOAs,
marinas, and waterfront communities will continue to expand participation.
15. Mangrove Seeding: Re-engage Mangrove Brothers or similar experts for
potential living shoreline initiative.
16. Wind and Heat Vulnerability Assessment: The committee agreed to
continue monitoring the wind and heat vulnerability assessment and receive
updates as they become available.
17. Tree Planting and Environmental Infrastructure: A shade assessment
identified priority areas for tree planting, particularly along Lighthouse
Drive. The committee reviewed nursery options and discussed root barriers,
hurricane resilience, and long-term canopy expansion. -�
18. Environmental Letter/ Sustainability Efforts: The committee discussed
continued efforts to promote environmentally responsible practices and
reduce harmful pesticide use where feasible.
19. Speaker Series - The Green Hour: The committee agreed to reschedule the
speaker series for October 2026 with a focus on urban wildlife topics.
Potential speakers from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Loggerhead
Marinelife Center, and Audubon Society were discussed.
20. Newsletter Update: Future communications will highlight environmental
projects, wildlife education, and upcoming committee events.
21. Member Comments: Members discussed community interest in wildlife
management, bird populations, and conservation education opportunities.
22. Staff Comments: Julie Morrell will coordinate grant implementation and
budget clarification with Parks and Village staff, advance committee
environmental initiatives including owl houses, oyster restoration, and
sponge filter projects, support oyster project volunteers with necessary
materials and equipment, and arrange an internal meeting with Village
management regarding code enforcement and tree permits.
23. Next Meeting: The next Environmental Committee meeting will be on
Monday, June 1st, 2026, at 6:00 pm at Anchorage Park.
24. Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 7:20 pm.
Village of North Palm Beach
Country Club Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
Date: Monday, May 11, 2026
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm
Location: NPB Country Club Ballroom
Chair: David Norris
Recorder: Joy Groover, Executive Assistant to the General Manager
1) Call to Order
Chair David Norris called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm. A quorum was confirmed with full board
attendance.
2) Attendance
Members Present: David Norris (Golf Representative, Chair), Karen O’Connell (Golf
Representative), Sandra Felis (WGA Representative), Landon Wells (Community at Large), Michelle
Wallace (Tennis Representative), Kathy Lancaster (Community at Large), Marc Lefco (Pool
Representative)
Staff Present: Beth Davis (CCM, General Manager), Allan Bowman (Head Golf Professional), Donna
Tollefsen (Tennis Center Manager), Alf Aguirre (Pool Manager IC), Joy Groover (Executive Assistant
to the GM), Barry Brimacomb (Facilities Maintenance Technician)
Council Member(s) Present: Orlando Puyol (Vice-Mayor)
3) Approval of Minutes
The Board unanimously approved the minutes from March 9, 2026, meeting with no objections.
4) Public Comments
No public comments were made.
5) Hospitality Report – Presented by Peter Ayoub, General Manager of The Clubhouse,
Lessing’s Hospitality Group
• Year-to-date sales increased 118% compared to the previous year, with May sales up
approximately 70%.
• Mother’s Day attendance increased by 83 covers (at 451) compared to the previous year and
included complimentary roses for mothers.
• Centennial weekend was reported as highly successful with 512 covers served and more than
600 burgers sold.
• The Centennial pool parties served approx. 217 burgers/hot dogs and over 110 ice creams.
• Peter attributed increased sales to improved service and stronger community engagement.
Board Comment: Board Member, Marc Lefco inquired about current marketing strategies and
customer feedback processes.
• Peter Ayoub discussed the use of email marketing and customer feedback platforms such as
Seven Rooms.
• Beth Davis emphasized the importance of continuing to brand and market the Country Club as
a public facility.
6) New Business
A. Strategic Planning Discussion & Budget Schedule – Presented by Beth Davis, CCM,
General Manager
• Beth Davis provided an overview of ongoing strategic planning and budget workshops.
• Beth Davis discussed the importance of evaluating the club’s long-term strategic direction
based on the Village’s evolving demographics, noting an increase in younger families within
the community. Discussion included the need to continue growing and reinvesting in amenities,
programming, and facilities while remaining competitive with surrounding clubs and
recreational offerings.
Board Comment: Board Member, Landon Wells discussed the potential demand for a premium
family-style membership option that would provide enhanced member benefits and status while still
maintaining the club’s public access model. Suggestions included bundled amenities such as pool,
tennis, and limited golf access to appeal to residents seeking a more exclusive membership experience.
• Discussion included operational challenges such as limited parking and the importance of
increasing community engagement.
Board Comment: Board Member, Sandi Felis inquired about relationships and referrals from area
hotels to grow outside business during high season.
• Board members discussed opportunities to increase awareness of the Country Club’s public
access through additional community events and outreach.
• Suggestions included networking events, partnerships with local realtors, and expanded
community days.
• The club’s relationships with area hotels, Marriott and Jupiter Beach Resort were discussed.
• Joy Groover highlighted current marketing efforts through newsletters, social media, and
promotional text messaging.
7) Staff Reports
Golf – Presented by Allan Bowman, Head Golf Professional
• Allan Bowman reported the golf department is currently tracking near budget, with golf fee
revenue slightly ahead of projections and driving range revenue exceeding budget expectations.
• Membership revenue is approximately $50,000 below projections, partially attributed to the
continued transition from higher-paying non-resident memberships to resident memberships.
• Weather-related course closures during the winter season negatively impacted revenue, with
each lost day estimated at approximately $25,000 in lost revenue.
• The department remains in a stable financial position heading into the summer season.
• Centennial Celebration expenses are projected at approximately $95,000, with the event
considered a significant success due to collaboration across all departments.
• Wash plant is scheduled to be completed by July 1, two weeks ahead of schedule.
• Driving range lights to be replaced at the end of May.
Board Comment: Board Member, Marc Lefco discussed the importance of considering other major
community events when scheduling Country Club programming to maximize resident
participation and attendance.
Tennis – Presented by Donna Tollefsen, Tennis Center Manager
• Reporting increases in both resident and non-resident tennis memberships compared to the
previous year, noting a growing number of younger resident families joining the program.
• Increased junior participation and league activity continue to drive growth, with league fee
revenue increasing approximately $9,700 year-over-year.
• The Junior Academy experienced significant growth in both revenue and participation, with
revenue increasing approximately $13,000 over the previous year.
• Additional court space remains a need due to growing demand.
• The men’s league performed well, with plans to add additional teams.
• The Bang Bang tennis program generated an approximate $16,000 increase in revenue.
Pool – Presented by Alf Aguirre, Aquatics Contractor
• Reporting a strong and busy spring season at the pool, with high weekend attendance over the
past six weeks and continued efforts to increase community engagement through special events
and partnerships with Parks & Recreation.
• A recent free pool day for Village residents held during Heritage Day weekend exceeded
expectations, with strong attendance and high food and beverage sales.
• Additional community-focused events included Friday night pool parties, Centennial weekend
activities, and new promotional events such as the “Pop & Hop” sunset swim event designed to
encourage families to enjoy the facility during evening hours.
• Pool programming and participation continue to grow, with heavy daily usage of the facility
and strong attendance in swim lessons and youth programming.
• Suggestions for future programming included dive-in movies and holiday-themed events.
• Parking continues to be a significant operational challenge affecting all departments,
particularly families attending swim lessons and pool programming during peak hours.
Discussion included the impact limited parking has on customer experience and future program
growth.
8) Board Member Comments and Future Plans
• Board members discussed the need for a future capital improvement wish list, including
parking solutions and additional community events.
• Suggestions for future revenue-generating activities included mini par-three tournaments and
potential boat docking opportunities and a tiki-bar.
10) Adjournment
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned by Chair David Norris.
Next Meeting Monday, July 13, 2026, at 6 pm in Council Chambers.
Minutes prepared by:
Joy Groover, Executive Assistant to the General Manager
Date: May 15, 2026
Village of North Palm Beach
Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
AGENDA
May 12, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Village Hall Council Chambers
1) Call to Order: Chair Budnyk at 6pm
2) Roll Call:
Rita Budnyk, Chair
Jennifer Gold Dumas, Vice Chair
Brigid Misselhorn, Secretary
Jonathan Sorensen
Stephen Heiman
Cristy Johnson
Emily Bales
Ashley Shipman, Director of Parks & Rec
Village Council Representative - Mayor Interlandi
3) Approval of Minutes:
• April 14, 2026
Motion by Chair Budnyk, seconded by Vice Chair Dumas
4) Public Comments:
5) Director’s Report:
• Special Projects
● Community Center parking lot will affect camp pick up and drop off
● Anchorage Park west fishing pier to be repaired, rusted carriage bolts and
splitting wood. Chair Budnyk inquired into how old the piers are and
remarked how a Boston park she recently visited had a pedestrian pier.
○ Board member Heiman remarked it would be neat to connect the two
piers and Director Shipman informed that they have looked into it and
that would 402 feet of connection which would be quite a large
undertaking while repairing what is already there would be simpler;
especially keeping in mind that there is a SFLW easement
● Noblewins benches will be installed in Osborne Park and two smaller ones
will be added to back of Community Center
○ Board member Heiman complimented the newly painted one at
Lakeside Park
● Board member Misselhorn inquired into when the bowl sod will be done
and Director Shipman said that will hopefully be done by the end of this
week. The subcontractor top dressed the field with the wrong machinery and
they are replacing it all at their expense.
• Special events
● July is Parks and Recs Month and Director Shipman will be bringing a
proclamation to Council and would love for Advisory Board members to
attend.
○ Chair Budnyk said “Popsicles in the park” would be great. Or
lemonade stands. Board member Bales said pupcups would be cute as
well.
• Athletic Programs
● Director Shipman reported that they are looking for more registration for the
Youth Co-ed Volleyball. Board members can spread the word.
● Chair Budnyk inquired into how the adult flag football is going and Director
Shipman reports it is going well.
● Director Shipman wants to make sure that rec is catering to everyone, adults
and children and has a balance of both
● The goal is to operate as much in-house as long as it can be supported.
● Perseverance is great but various clinics are being held in hope to build
interest in Basketball with Recreation Supervisor, Don, potentially running
the league in-house
• Summer Camp
● All weeks are full!
● Board member Johnson remarked that it is slightly less expensive than TCS.
● Board member Sorenson inquired into the profit vs breaking even
○ Director Shipman said that last year it was over by $6000
○ Chair Budnyk and Board member Heiman said the raise in price
wouldn’t really be beneficial
○ Director Shipman clarified that recreations departments are not
revenue makers; they are community service and breaking even is the
goal
○ Board member Sorenson explained how raising cost could make
money that could utilized for other programs and building rec funds
○ Director Shipman confirmed that the price was raised this year
already
○ Secretary Misselhorn pointed out that raising costs could make it
unobtainable/less affordable for community members
○ Mondays the CC pool will open on Mondays just for NPB Summer
Camp so Director Shipman and Bill will take turns driving kids on the
Village minibuses and then other trips coach buses will be rented
6) New Business:
• Election of Officers – Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary
● Chair Budnyk started discussion of officers
● Secretary Misselhorn remarked that she would be fine in the Chair position
but happy to remain in the Secretary position after confirming with Director
Shipman that our current minutes and notes process has been effective.
○ Budnyk nominated Secretary Misselhorn and Vice Chair Dumas
seconded, all in favor
○ Secretary Misselhorn will be out of state for July meeting Board
member Budnyk will take notes in her absence
● Chair Budnyk nominated Board member Sorensen as Chair and Board
member Heiman seconded, all were in favor
● Board Member Heiman nominated Board member Bales as Vice Chair and
Chair Budnyk seconded, all were in favor
● Officers are now:
○ Chair Sorensen
○ Vice Chair Bales
○ Secretary Misselhorn
7) Old Business:
• NPB Osborne Park/Community Center Improvements – Resident Engagement,
Ensuring Council makes facility improvements a budget priority
● Chair Sorenson inquired how the board can support the Council on budget
priorities
○ Director Shipman said they met with Chen Moore for a proposal and
cost analysis and she would appreciate our input on the Community
feedback. The board could support and work together to promote.
○ Chair Sorensen asked if we have a 7-year master plan, Director
Shipman confirmed that municipalities are 5-year plans
○ Director Shipman informed that a master plan is not necessary and
expensive
○ Have asked for 4 concepts based on our needs assessment in 2021 and
if additional feedback is needed
○ Ideally would come down to 1 or 2 concepts and then we will know
what we are asking for
○ Director Shipman plans to bring concepts here first
○ Since proposal is under the threshold she will not need to bring it to
Council for approval
○ Director Shipman anticipates we will work together to plan meetings
for focus groups, and the Board can help get word out.
8) Member Comments:
9) Staff Comments:
10) Board Comments/Recommendations to be presented to Council
● Last report was last month
11) Adjournment:
Motion to adjourn made by Budnyk and seconded by Heiman at 6:59pm
Village of North Palm Beach
Environmental Committee Meeting
MINUTES
June 1, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Anchorage Park
Call to Order: Karen Marcus (Chair) called the meeting to order
Roll Call:
Present: Karen Marcus, Dave Colangelo, Mary Phillips, Ellen Allen, Brian
Bartels, Dana Sklar and Elizabeth Rivera, Julie Morrell (Village Staff) and Lisa
Interlandi (NPB Mayor)
Absent: None
Approval of Previous Minutes: The Minutes of May 4, 2026, regular meeting
was approved without objection.
Public Comments: No public comments were recorded.
Community Garden Update: The 2025-2026 season is concluding with no
meetings until August 2026. Applications for garden beds are due by July 31st,
2026.
New Business:
1. Officer elections for the Environmental Committee were conducted.
Karen Marcus and Mary Phillips were re-nominated unanimously for
Chair and Vice Chair, respectively.
2. 2027 Earth Day celebration planned for April 24th; Committee will
investigate additional vendors
Old Business:
1. Golf Course Environmental Initiatives: The committee discussed progress
towards Audubon certification and discussed natural habitat improvements,
including owl house installations. A request was made to invite Allen Bowan
to speak to the Environmental Committee to discuss initiatives’ progress.
2. Dry Storage Landscaping: Julie Morrell reported that a $30,000 grant has
been awarded for dry storage landscaping. Paperwork is being finalized and
implementation is expected within 30–60 days. Julie will confirm if the grant
money has been dispersed.
3. Wildlife Habitat Projects (Owls & Purple Martins): The committee
discussed expanding owl house installations as a natural alternative to
rodenticides. Bat houses and Purple Martin gourds were also reviewed, with
owl houses remaining the highest priority on village properties. Dana offered
to investigate bird house vendors used by her work.
4. Code Compliance for Environmental Concerns: The committee discussed
a recent meeting with Chuck Huff to discuss unauthorized tree removals and
ongoing irrigation issues at commercial properties.
5. Volunteer Board Requests: Julie Morrell reported new volunteer inquiries
from May 2026 and discussed strategies for volunteer recruitment and event
support.
6. Oyster Restoration Project: Next VOG build planned for September 19th at
10 AM. The committee agreed to prioritize deployment of existing bags
before launching additional projects. Outreach to HOAs, marinas, and
waterfront communities will continue to expand participation.
7. Mangrove Seeding: No correspondence from MANG regarding their
participation in the Speaker Series or mangrove plantings at Village
properties.
8. Wind and Heat Vulnerability Assessment: The committee agreed to
continue monitoring the wind and heat vulnerability assessment and receive
updates as they become available.
9. Lighthouse Drive Tree Planting: A shade assessment identified priority
areas for tree planting, particularly along Lighthouse Drive. The committee
reviewed nursery options and discussed root barriers, hurricane resilience,
and long-term canopy expansion. Karen and Dana offered to set up a meeting
to discuss tree installation with Seacoast Utility.
10. Residential Landscape Code: No updates.
11. Sponge Restoration Initiative: Committee would like to focus on promoting
VOGs prior to initiating sponge projects to enhance water quality. Waterways
Committee is also looking into sponge initiative.
12. Environmental Letter / Sustainability Efforts: The committee discussed
continued efforts to promote environmentally responsible practices by
businesses in NPB and reduce harmful pesticide use where feasible.
13. Speaker Series – The Green Hour: Karen Marcus will identify event dates
for October, November, and December. Potential speakers include Tom
Twyford, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Loggerhead Marinelife Center,
and Audubon Society were discussed.
14. Newsletter Update: The Committee selected the Fertilizer Ban as the July
Newsletter topic.
Member Comments: Members discussed inviting TryMarine to speak to the
Committee to discuss their nano-bubble technology being used to clean muck
from waterbodies.
Staff Comments: Julie Morrell will coordinate grant implementation and
budget clarification with Parks and Village staff, advance committee
environmental initiatives including owl houses, oyster restoration, and
sponge filter projects, support oyster project volunteers with necessary
materials and equipment, and arrange an internal meeting with Village
management regarding code enforcement and tree permits.
Next Meeting: The next Environmental Committee meeting will be on
Monday, July 6th, 2026, at 6:00 PM at Anchorage Park.
Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 PM.
Village of North Palm Beach
Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board
MINUTES
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 6:30 pm
Village Hall Council Chambers
CALL TO ORDER
Vice Chair Haigh called the meeting to order at 6:34 PM.
Roll Call
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:
Jonathan Haigh, Vice-Chair
Thomas Hogarth, Member
Cory Cross, Member
Scott Hicks, Member
Marshall Gillespie, Member
BOARD MEMBER(S) ABSENT:
Donald Solodar, Chair
Mark Michels, Member
VILLAGE STAFF:
Village Attorney, Len Rubin
Planning and Economic Development Director, Dodi Glas
Planner, Alondra Lopez-Mojica
ALSO PRESENT:
Councilmember Deborah Searcy
II. Deletions, Additions or Modifications to the Agenda:
Item 7. Selection of Chair and Vice Chair was moved to the start of the meeting. Jonathan Haigh was
selected for Chair and Scott Hicks was selected for Vice Chair.
III. Public Comment (Non-Agenda Items): None
IV. Approval of Minutes
March 3, 2026: Motion to approve made by Member Cross, seconded by Member Gillespie in a 5-0
vote.
V. Declaration of Ex-Parte Communications: None
VI. Quasi-Judicial Matters / Public Hearings
Village Attorney Leonard Rubin swore all persons wishing to provide testimony.
A. Site Plan & Appearance Reviews
i. Old Business: None
ii. New Business:
The Village of North Palm Beach June 2, 2026
Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board Agenda Page 2 of 3
1. 719 Northlake Blvd- (JMorton)
Ms. Lopez-Mojica gave a staff presentation explaining the proposed improvements on the site including
landscaping, façade changes, and repainting. She went into further detail about each of the applicant’s
four requests.
Mr. Hicks had questions pertaining to the existing landscaping and the signage on the front façade.
Jennifer Morton (the applicant) explained how signage would be addressed at a later date, and it was not
part of the proposed changes.
Mr. Cross made some suggestions to change the location of the existing parking spaces, including a
restriping of the parking lot spaces. He also expressed his support for the proposed changes.
Mr. Gillespie also voiced his support for the proposed changes.
Mr. Hogarth and Mr. Haigh expressed concerns pertaining to the existing parking and ADA spaces
appearing to not be up to code.
Public Comment: None
Motion to Approve as submitted; Motion – Mr. Cross, Second – Mr. Hogarth (passed 5-0).
B. Public Hearing
i. New Business: None
Commission Member Comments
Mr. Cross asked for an update from Austin Republic. Mr. Rubin and Ms. Glas explained that the restaurant
closed for business due to code compliance issues. Mr. Cross also inquired about some vacant lots around
Westwind Drive. Mr. Rubin explained that the Village owned one of those vacant lots and the other was
owned by a private individuals. The Board also asked about correspondence sent to residents regarding
undergrounding power lines. Ms. Glas explained the underground transformers situation in the area of
200 Yacht Club Drive. Councilmember Searcy informed the Board that the Village was attempting to
coordinate a public meeting with FPL’s contractor to discuss the proposed undergrounding.
Staff Updates
Planning Director Report: Ms. Glas informed the Board that the next meeting will be on July 7, 2026.
Staff would send the Board members a PZAB calendar of future hearing dates. She also mentioned that
moving forward, staff will be performing administrative approvals for certain projects as permitted by the
Village Code. She gave a brief presentation of the administrative approval for Safe Harbour Marina,
located at 1037 Marina Drive, that proposed some landscaping improvements. It was also decided that
the Planning, Zoning and Advisory Board will now be meeting at 6:00pm.
Adjournment
Meeting adjourned at 7:13 PM
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All members of the public are invited to appear at the public hearing, which may be continued from time to time,
and be heard with respect to this matter.
If a person decides to appeal any decision made with respect to any matter considered at the subject meeting,
he or she will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which shall include the testimony
and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based (F.S. 286.0105). In accordance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act, any person who may require special accommodation to participate in this meeting should
contact the Village Clerk’s Office at 841-3355 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting date.
This agenda represents the tentative agenda for the scheduled meeting of the Planning Zoning and Adjustment
Board. Due to the nature of governmental duties and responsibilities, the Planning Zoning and Adjustment
Board reserves the right to make additions to, or deletions from, the items contained in this agenda.
Village of North Palm Beach
Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
AGENDA
June 9, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Village Hall Council Chambers
1) Call to Order: Chair Sorensen June 9 at 6pm
2) Roll Call:
Jonathan Sorensen, Chair
Emily Bales, Vice Chair
Brigid Misselhorn, Secretary
Village Council Representative Kendra Zellner
Rita Budnyk
Jennifer Gold Dumas
Stephen Heiman
Cristy Johnson
Francesca Wernisch, Recreation Manager
Ashley Shipman, Director of Parks & Rec
All present
3) Approval of Minutes:
• May 12, 2026 Board Member Budnyk motioned, Board member Gold Dumas seconded
4) Public Comments:
5) Director’s Report: All updates can be found on the June report
• Project Updates
● Anchorage Park Trail, Kayak Launch, & Fitness Station project, going with
Diligent Construction the lowest bid. Board member Johnson inquired if we
always go with the lowest bid and Director Shipman said that depends on the
project
● West Fishing Pier repairs Board member Heiman inquired if all the old pieces
would be replaced and Director Shipman confirmed they will be.
● Vice Chair Bales commented that the field at the bowl is looking so good.
• Special Events
July 4
● Parks & Rec will be in a supporting role
● Board member Budnyk reminded everyone about the simple games and relay races
that used to be done at the pool; games such as greased watermelon and sack races
● Board member Johnson reported that while she was a camp counselor she would
have to work July 4 to run the games
● Vice chair Bales inquired when the Country Club took over the large portion of
July 4 and it was confirmed that that happened around the time that the pool and
tennis were no longer under Parks and Recreation
● The Lessing group hosts the entertainment
● Pool open 11-7
● DJ ends at 5
● Diving board closes at 6
● Slide closes at 6:30
● BBQ starts at 4pm and will be similar to the centennial
● Band is 6-10
● Fireworks at 9pm
Director Shipman informed that June is the only month with no Rec events to allow for
prep time fall events and allows camp to get started up.
• Programs
● July Park and Rec month calendar
● Chair Sorensen suggests a stamp for village members to get their calendars made
into a type of a bingo activity and Chair Shipman pointed out the plan to “visit all
parks and collect 5 stickers after taking a picture at the park with the letters set up
there which will be running all month”
● Director Shipman explained that the idea is to encourage people to get out to the
parks
● All times will be on the Parks and Rec month website to draw residents there
● Board member Heiman recommended to make sure the local moms group, “Cool
moms” know which ages will be best for activities and also suggested sprucing up
Roscoe beforehand. Also considering the rock painting activity to that
● Thursday July 23 at 10am The artist who painted the portraits of dogs Blitz and
Enzo on the exterior of the bench will be hosting a fun activity for kids to
participate in adding their painted handprints to the bench
● Director Shipman inquired who would be able to help volunteer
○ Will be sending an email to board member with a list for us to volunteer by
replying all
○ Vice Chair Bales said we will need extra help for July 23 Mark your Mark
on the park
○ Board member Johnson suggested asking for teen volunteers and Board
member Budnyk will reach out to a few teenagers she knows
● Board members are excited for this fun July initiative
● Board member Heiman inquired to the meaning of Coquette and it was confirmed
that is the golden age group of dancers
• Athletics
● Lots of excitement for the new Super Smash Bros Ultimate Tournament
● Board member Johnson complimented the new Camp shirts designed by Selina
● Board member Johnson inquired when football sign-ups begin and Direct Shipman
said August, with Football starting in September
● Youth volleyball evaluations start June 20 for ages 6-13
6) New Business:
• Parks and Recreation Month Proclamation scheduled for June 25th Council Meeting –
Invitation for the Recreation Advisory Board to attend
Awards and recognition will be at the beginning, and all board members are invited to
attend
Chair Sorensen combining Board Comments/Recommendations to be presented to
Council:
● Board member Budnyk suggested supporting the power of Parks & Rec and
providing budget needed
● Board member Heiman suggested reminding that the updating and enlarging
fishing piers
● Director Shipman recommended sports area lighting and playground lighting both
at Anchorage and Osborne
● Playground replacing at Lakeside
● Board member Budnyk was there in March and suggests it is a good chance for an
update
7) Old Business:
•
8) Member Comments:
● Secretary Misselhorn will be out of the state for July’s meeting, Board member Budnyk
will take notes for that meeting
● Vice Chair Bales inquired into the Fridays at the Gym free play time but that is on hiatus
due to camp
● Vice Chair Bales inquired about when and how fields have to be rented and Director
Shipman said that it is not needed for casual meet ups renting the space at Anchorage
once a month
● Board member Heiman has suggestions due to e-bikes in Anchorage parks. He
complemented the Park ranger he saw speaking with the children riding through the park
and fenced areas. Suggests law enforcement to enforce more at the parks and add
signage. Director Shipman will look into adding signs and will check in with the Police
Department to patrol more often
○ Chair Sorenson inquired if Director Shipman, Rangers, etc ask individuals to leave
and trespass
● Board member Heiman asked about holiday weekend Park ranger patrols and witnessed
many boaters without passes were launching. He also witnessed some tickets being
issued by Park rangers etc.
○ Director Shipman is still trying to get some clarification on whether tickets for
non-residents have ramifications
○ Chair Sorensen says we should look into staffing and Police department presence
for Holiday weekends to preserve the ramps for residents only
9) Staff Comments:
10) Board Comments/Recommendations to be presented to Council
11) Adjournment: motioned byBoard member Heiman and seconded by Board
member Budnyk at 7pm
VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH
VILLAGE MANAGER’S OFFICE
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council
THRU: Chuck Huff, Village Manager
FROM: Samia Janjua, Deputy Village Manager
DATE: July 23, 2026
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION – Setting the FY 2027 Tentative Millage Rate and First Budget
Hearing
Pursuant to Section 200.065(2)(b), Florida Statutes, the Village must notify the Palm Beach
County Property Appraiser of its tentative millage rate and the date, time, and place of its first
public hearing to consider the proposed FY 2027 millage rate and budget.
The Administration recommends a tentative operating millage rate of 7.4000 mills, which is the
Village’s current millage rate. Because the Village has no outstanding general obligation bond
debt, the combined millage rate also remains 7.4000 mills.
The proposed tentative millage rate is 3.93% above the rolled-back rate of 7.1204 mills. Approval
of the tentative millage rate establishes the maximum rate the Village may adopt at its September
public hearings without providing additional notice to taxpayers. The rate may be reduced, but it
cannot be increased.
Effective June 24, 2026, Section 200.065, Florida Statutes, establishes the following maximum
millage rates based on the required voting threshold:
% increase
Description Millage Rate
over RBR
Rolled-back Rate / Majority Vote Maximum $7.1204 mils 0%
Two-Thirds Vote Maximum $7.8324 mils 10%
Because the recommended tentative millage rate of 7.4000 mills is above the rolled-back rate but
less than 10% above it, adoption of the same rate as the final FY 2027 millage in September will
require a two-thirds vote of the Village Council.
The attached Resolution has been prepared/reviewed by your Village Attorney for legal
sufficiency.
Recommendation:
Village staff recommends that the Village Council approve the attached Resolution
establishing a tentative operating millage rate of 7.4000 mills and a debt service millage
rate of 0.0000 mills, for a combined tentative millage rate of 7.4000 mills, and setting the
first public hearing on the tentative FY 2027 budget and proposed millage rate for
Thursday, September 10, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
RESOLUTION 2026-
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH
PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, ADOPTING A TENTATIVE MILLAGE RATE OF 7.4000
MILS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027; ESTABLISHING A DATE, TIME, AND PLACE
FOR THE FIRST HEARING ON THE TENTATIVE BUDGET AND PROPOSED
MILLAGE RATE; AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO SUBMIT THE
REQUIRED FORMS TO THE PALM BEACH COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER;
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 200.065(2)(b), Florida Statutes, the Village Council is required to
advise the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser of its proposed millage rate, its rolled back rate, and
the date, time, and place of the first public hearing to consider the proposed millage rate and tentative
budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA as follows:
Section 1. The Village Council hereby adopts a tentative millage rate of 7.4000 for General
Operating Budget purposes and a tentative millage rate of 0.0000 for Debt Service, for a total combined
millage rate of 7.4000 mils for Fiscal Year 2027. The tentative millage rate is 3.93% above the rolled
back rate of 7.1204 mils.
Section 2. The Village Council hereby establishes Thursday, September 10, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. as
the date and time of the first hearing on the tentative budget and proposed millage rate. The public
hearing shall be held at Village Hall, 501 U.S. Highway One, North Palm Beach, Florida, 33408.
Section 3. The Village Manager is hereby authorized and directed to submit forms DR-420
(Certification of Taxable Value) and DR-420 MM-P (Municipality Maximum Millage Levy Calculation)
to the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s Office.
Section 4. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS _____ DAY OF _____________, 2026.
(Village Seal)
MAYOR
ATTEST:
VILLAGE CLERK
DR-420MM-P
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Rule 12D-16.002
MAXIMUM MILLAGE LEVY CALCULATION F.A.C.
PRELIMINARY DISCLOSURE Effective 06/26
Page 1 of 3
For municipal governments, counties, and special districts Provisional
Year: 2026 County: Palm Beach
Principal Authority Name: Taxing Authority Name:
Village of North Palm Beach Village of North Palm Beach - Operating
1. Is your taxing authority a municipality or independent special district that has levied Yes ✔ No (1)
ad valorem taxes for less than 5 years?
IF YES, STOP HERE. SIGN AND SUBMIT. You are not subject to a millage limitation.
2. Current year rolled-back rate from Current Year Form DR-420, Line 16 7.1204 per $1,000 (2)
Calculate maximum millage levy
3. Majority vote maximum millage rate allowed (Enter rolled-back rate from line 2) 7.1204 per $1,000 (3)
4. Two-thirds vote maximum millage rate allowed (Multiply Line 3 by 1.10) 7.8324 per $1,000 (4)
5. Current year proposed millage rate (See page 3 for Instructions) 7.4000 per $1,000 (5)
6. Minimum vote required to levy proposed millage: (Check one) (6)
a. Majority vote of the governing body: Check here if Line 5 is less than or equal to Line 3. The maximum millage rate is
equal to the rolled-back rate. Enter Line 3 on Line 7.
b. Two-thirds vote of governing body: Check here if Line 5 is less than or equal to Line 4, but greater than Line 3. The
✔
maximum millage rate is equal to proposed rate. Enter Line 5 on Line 7.
c. Unanimous vote of the governing body, or 3/4 vote if nine members or more: Check here if Line 5 is greater than Line 4.
The maximum millage rate is equal to the proposed rate. Enter Line 5 on Line 7.
d. Referendum: The maximum millage rate is equal to the proposed rate. Enter Line 5 on Line 7.
7. The selection on Line 6 allows a maximum millage rate of (7)
7.4000 per $1,000
(Enter rate indicated by choice on Line 6)
8. Current year gross taxable value from Current Year Form DR-420, Line 4 (8)
$ 4,064,123,366
9. Current year proposed taxes (Line 5 multiplied by Line 8, divided by 1,000) (9)
$ 30,074,513
10. Total taxes levied at the maximum millage rate (Line 7 multiplied by Line 8, divided by (10)
1,000) $ 30,074,513
DEPENDENT SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND STOP HERE. SIGN AND SUBMIT.
MUNICIPAL SERVICE TAXING UNITS (MSTUs)
11. Enter the current year proposed taxes of all dependent special districts & MSTUs (11)
levying a millage . (The sum of all Lines 9 from each district's Form DR-420MM-P) $ 0
12. Total current year proposed taxes (Line 9 plus Line 11) (12)
$ 30,074,513
Total Maximum Taxes
13. Enter the taxes at the maximum millage of all dependent special districts & MSTUs (13)
levying a millage (The sum of all Lines 10 from each district's Form DR-420MM-P) $ 0
14. Total taxes at maximum millage rate (Line 10 plus line 13) (14)
$ 30,074,513
Total Maximum Versus Total Taxes Levied
15. Are total current year proposed taxes on Line 12 equal to or less than total taxes at
✔ YES NO (15)
the maximum millage rate on Line 14? (Check one)
Continued on page 2
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R. 06/26
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Provisional
Taxing Authority Certification I certify the millages and rates are correct to the best of my knowledge. The
millages comply with the provisions of s. 200.065 and the provisions of either s.
Village of North Palm Beach - Operating 200.071 or s. 200.081, F.S.
S Signature of Chief Administrative Officer : Date :
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Title: Contact Name and Contact Title:
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Mailing Address: Physical Address:
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City, State, Zip: Phone Number: Fax Number:
Complete, certify and submit this Form DR-420MM-P, Maximum Millage Levy
Calculation-Preliminary Disclosure, to your property appraiser with a
completed Form DR-420, Certification of Taxable Value.
Submit the forms electronically through the Department’s Oversight and
Assistance System (OASYS) electronic portal using the Truth in Millage (eTRIM)
application at https://eportal.oasys.floridarevenue.com/.
All TRIM forms for taxing authorities are available at:
floridarevenue.com/property/forms
DR-420MM-P
MAXIMUM MILLAGE LEVY CALCULATION PRELIMINARY DISCLOSURE R. 06/26
Page 3 of 3
INSTRUCTIONS Provisional
General Instructions Line 5
Each of the following taxing authorities must complete a DR-
Rate cannot exceed the statutory rate of the principal
420MM-P. taxing authority.
• County
• Municipality Line 6
• Special district dependent to a county or municipality Check the box for the minimum vote necessary at the
• County MSTU final hearing to levy your adopted millage rate.
• Independent special district, including water
management districts Line 7
• Water management district basin Enter the millage rate indicated by the box checked in
Voting requirements for millages adopted by a two-thirds or a Line 6. If the proposed millage rate is equal to or less than
unanimous vote are based on the full membership of the the majority vote maximum millage rate, enter the rolled-
governing body, not on the number of members present at back rate. If a two-thirds vote, a unanimous vote, or a
the time of the vote. referendum is required, enter the proposed millage rate.
For a millage requiring more than a majority vote, the
This form provides for the calculation of the maximum tax proposed millage rate must be entered on Line 7, rather
levy for the current year allowed under s. 200.065(5), F.S. than the maximum rate, so that the comparisons on Lines
Counties and municipalities, including dependent special 11 through 15 are accurate.
districts and MSTUs, which adopt a tax levy at the final hearing
higher than allowed under s. 200.065, F.S., may be subject to
the loss of their half-cent sales tax distribution.
Form DR-420MM-P shows the preliminary maximum
millages and taxes levied based on the proposed adoption
vote. Each taxing authority must complete, sign, and submit References
this DR-420MM-P and DR-420, Certification of Taxable This form mentions the following documents, which are
incorporated by reference in Rule 12D-16.002, Florida
Value to the property appraiser. Administrative Code. The forms are available at
floridarevenue.com/property/forms.
The vote at the final hearing and the resulting maximum may Form
change. After the final hearing, each taxing authority must Form Title
DR-420 Certification of Taxable Value
file Form DR-420MM, Maximum Millage Levy Calculation
DR-420MM Maximum Millage Levy
Final Disclosure, with Form DR-487, Certification of Calculation - Final Disclosure
DR-487 Certification of Compliance
Compliance, with the Department of Revenue.
Line Instructions
Lines 3 and 4
Millage rates are the maximum that could be levied with
a majority or two-thirds vote of the full membership of
the governing body. With a unanimous vote of the full
membership (three-fourths vote of the full membership if
the governing body has nine or more members) or a
referendum, the maximum millage rate that can be levied
is the taxing authority’s statutory or constitutional cap.
DR-420
CERTIFICATION OF TAXABLE VALUE R. 5/12
Rule 12D-16.002
Florida Administrative Code
Effective 11/12
Year : 2026 County : Palm Beach
Principal Authority : Taxing Authority :
Village of North Palm Beach Village of North Palm Beach - Operating
SECTION I : COMPLETED BY PROPERTY APPRAISER
1. Current year taxable value of real property for operating purposes $ 3,983,334,767 (1)
2. Current year taxable value of personal property for operating purposes $ 80,788,599 (2)
3. Current year taxable value of centrally assessed property for operating purposes $ 0 (3)
4. Current year gross taxable value for operating purposes (Line 1 plus Line 2 plus Line 3) $ 4,064,123,366 (4)
Current year net new taxable value (Add new construction, additions, rehabilitative
5. improvements increasing assessed value by at least 100%, annexations, and tangible $ 37,387,647 (5)
personal property value over 115% of the previous year's value. Subtract deletions.)
6. Current year adjusted taxable value (Line 4 minus Line 5) $ 4,026,735,719 (6)
7. Prior year FINAL gross taxable value from prior year applicable Form DR-403 series $ 3,874,579,357 (7)
Does the taxing authority include tax increment financing areas? If yes, enter number Number
8. YES ✔ NO (8)
of worksheets (DR-420TIF) attached. If none, enter 0 0
Does the taxing authority levy a voted debt service millage or a millage voted for 2 Number
9. years or less under s. 9(b), Article VII, State Constitution? If yes, enter the number of YES ✔ NO (9)
DR-420DEBT, Certification of Voted Debt Millage forms attached. If none, enter 0 0
Property Appraiser Certification I certify the taxable values above are correct to the best of my knowledge.
SIGN Signature of Property Appraiser: Date :
HERE
Electronically Certified by Property Appraiser 6/25/2026 6:36:29 AM
SECTION II : COMPLETED BY TAXING AUTHORITY
If this portion of the form is not completed in FULL your taxing authority will be denied TRIM certification and
possibly lose its millage levy privilege for the tax year. If any line is not applicable, enter -0-.
Prior year operating millage levy (If prior year millage was adjusted then use adjusted
10.
millage from Form DR-422) 7.4000 per $1,000 (10)
11. Prior year ad valorem proceeds (Line 7 multiplied by Line 10, divided by 1,000) $ 28,671,887 (11)
Amount, if any, paid or applied in prior year as a consequence of an obligation measured by a
12.
dedicated increment value (Sum of either Lines 6c or Line 7a for all DR-420TIF forms)
$ -0- (12)
13. Adjusted prior year ad valorem proceeds (Line 11 minus Line 12) $ 28,671,887 (13)
14. Dedicated increment value, if any (Sum of either Line 6b or Line 7e for all DR-420TIF forms) $ -0- (14)
15. Adjusted current year taxable value (Line 6 minus Line 14) $ 4,026,735,719 (15)
16. Current year rolled-back rate (Line 13 divided by Line 15, multiplied by 1,000) 7.1204 per $1000 (16)
17. Current year proposed operating millage rate 7.4000 per $1000 (17)
Total taxes to be levied at proposed millage rate (Line 17 multiplied by Line 4, divided (18)
18.
by 1,000) $ 30,074,513
Continued on page 2
DR-420
R. 5/12
Page 2
County Independent Special District
19.
TYPE of principal authority (check one) (19)
✔ Municipality Water Management District
Applicable taxing authority (check one) ✔ Principal Authority Dependent Special District
20. (20)
MSTU Water Management District Basin
21. Is millage levied in more than one county? (check one) Yes ✔ No (21)
DEPENDENT SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND MSTUs STOP HERE - SIGN AND SUBMIT
22. Enter the total adjusted prior year ad valorem proceeds of the principal authority, all
dependent special districts, and MSTUs levying a millage. (The sum of Line 13 from all DR-420 $ 28,671,887 (22)
forms)
23. Current year aggregate rolled-back rate (Line 22 divided by Line 15, multiplied by 1,000) 7.1204 per $1,000 (23)
24. Current year aggregate rolled-back taxes (Line 4 multiplied by Line 23, divided by 1,000) $ 28,938,184 (24)
Enter total of all operating ad valorem taxes proposed to be levied by the principal 30,074,513
25. taxing authority, all dependent districts, and MSTUs, if any. (The sum of Line 18 from all $ (25)
DR-420 forms)
26. Current year proposed aggregate millage rate (Line 25 divided by Line 4, multiplied 7.4000 per $1,000 (26)
by 1,000)
Current year proposed rate as a percent change of rolled-back rate (Line 26 divided by
27. 3.93 % (27)
Line 23, minus 1, multiplied by 100)
Date : Time : Place :
First public
budget hearing 9/10/2026 6:00 PM EST 501 US Highway One North Palm Beach 33408
I certify the millages and rates are correct to the best of my knowledge.
Taxing Authority Certification The millages comply with the provisions of s. 200.065 and the provisions of
either s. 200.071 or s. 200.081, F.S.
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Signature of Chief Administrative Officer : Date :
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N Title : Contact Name and Contact Title :
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E Mailing Address : Physical Address :
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City, State, Zip : Phone Number : Fax Number :
Instructions on page 3
DR-420
CERTIFICATION OF TAXABLE VALUE R. 5/12
Page 3
INSTRUCTIONS
“Principal Authority” is a county, municipality, or independent special district (including water management districts).
“Taxing Authority” is the entity levying the millage. This includes the principal authority, any special district dependent to the
principal authority, any county municipal service taxing unit (MSTU), and water management district basins.
Each taxing authority must submit to their property appraiser a DR-420 and the following forms, as applicable:
· DR-420TIF, Tax Increment Adjustment Worksheet
· DR-420DEBT, Certification of Voted Debt Millage
· DR-420MM-P, Maximum Millage Levy Calculation - Preliminary Disclosure
Section I: Property Appraiser Section II: Taxing Authority
Use this DR-420 form for all taxing authorities except school Complete Section II. Keep one copy, return the original and
districts. Complete Section I, Lines 1 through 9, for each county, one copy to your property appraiser with the applicable
municipality, independent special district, dependent special DR-420TIF, DR-420DEBT, and DR-420MM-P within 35 days
district, MSTU, and multicounty taxing authority. Enter only of certification. Send one copy to the tax collector. “Dependent
taxable values that apply to the taxing authority indicated. Use a special district” (ss. 200.001(8)(d) and 189.403(2), F.S.)
separate form for the principal authority and each dependent means a special district that meets at least one of the
district, MSTU and water management district basin. following criteria:
Line 8 z The membership of its governing body is identical to that of
the governing body of a single county or a single
Complete a DR-420TIF for each taxing authority making
municipality.
payments to a redevelopment trust fund under Section 163.387
(2)(a), Florida Statutes or by an ordinance, resolution or z All members of its governing body are appointed by the
agreement to fund a project or to finance essential infrastructure. governing body of a single county or a single
municipality.
Check "Yes" if the taxing authority makes payments to a
redevelopment trust fund. Enter the number of DR-420TIF forms z During their unexpired terms, members of the special
attached for the taxing authority on Line 8. Enter 0 if none. district's governing body are subject to removal at will by
the governing body of a single county or a single
Line 9
municipality.
Complete a DR-420DEBT for each taxing authority levying either
z The district has a budget that requires approval through an
a voted debt service millage (s.12, Article VII, State Constitution)
affirmative vote or can be vetoed by the governing body
or a levy voted for two years or less (s. 9(b), Article VII, State
of a single county or a single municipality.
Constitution).
"Independent special district” (ss. 200.001(8)(e) and 189.403
Check “Yes” if the taxing authority levies either a voted debt
(3), F.S.) means a special district that is not a dependent
service millage or a levy voted for 2 years or less (s. 9(b), Article
special district as defined above. A district that includes more
VII, State Constitution). These levies do not include levies
than one county is an independent special district unless the
approved by a voter referendum not required by the State
district lies wholly within the boundaries of a single
Constitution. Complete and attach DR-420DEBT. Do not
municipality.
complete a separate DR-420 for these levies.
“Non-voted millage” is any millage not defined as a “voted
Send a copy to each taxing authority and keep a copy. When the
millage” in s. 200.001(8)(f), F.S.
taxing authority returns the DR-420 and the accompanying forms,
immediately send the original to: Lines 12 and 14
Florida Department of Revenue Adjust the calculation of the rolled-back rate for tax increment
Property Tax Oversight - TRIM Section values and payment amounts. See the instructions for
P. O. Box 3000 DR-420TIF. On Lines 12 and 14, carry forward values from
Tallahassee, Florida 32315-3000 the DR-420TIF forms.
Line 24
Include only those levies derived from millage rates.
All TRIM forms for taxing authorities are available on our website at
http://floridarevenue.com/property/Pages/TRIM.aspx
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