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Village of Wellington 12300 Forest Hill Blvd Wellington, FL 33414 Action Summary - Final Tuesday, November 25, 2014 7:00 PM Village Hall Village Council Bob Margolis, Mayor John Greene, Vice Mayor Matt Willhite, Councilman Howard K. Coates Jr., Councilman Anne Gerwig, Councilwoman Village Council Action Summary - Final November 25, 2014 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Margolis called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mr. and Mrs. Ventriglio led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. INVOCATION Deacon Pete Dell Valle, St. Therese de Lisieux Catholic Church, Wellington, delivered the Invocation. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Mr. Schofield presented the agenda recommending approval with the following changes: (1) Minor corrections to the Minutes on the Consent Agenda. (2) A request to move Consent Agenda item 6B (Resolution No. R2014-68 - Appointment of Special Magistrates) to the Regular Agenda as item 8D. (2) A request to move Consent Agenda item 6C (Resolution No. R2014-72 - Keely Spinelli Grant Guidelines) to the Regular Agenda as item 8E; however, he noted that the principals for that item were present and that Council may want to hear it immediately after the Consent Agenda. A motion was made by Councilwoman Gerwig, seconded by Councilman Coates, and unanimously passed (5-0) to hear Resolution No. R2014-72 (Keely Spinelli Guidelines) immediately after the approval of the Consent Agenda. A motion was made by Councilman Coates, seconded by VIce Mayor Greene, and unanimously passed (5-0) approving the Agenda as amended. 5. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS A. 14-958 PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING THE WELLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL BOYS 200 FREESTYLE RELAY TEAM FOR THEIR STATE CHAMPIONSHIP AT THE CLASS 4A STATE MEET REQUEST: Recognition of the Wellington High School Boys 200 Freestyle Relay team for their State Championship at the Class 4A State Meet. Mr. Schofield introduced the agenda item. Ms. Rodriguez read the Proclamation. Council presented Coach, Mr. Richard Whalen and members of the FreeStyle Relay Team with the proclamation. Coach Whalen congratulated his team. He noted that their times qualified them as All-Americans and that they were Academic All-Americans as well. He acknowledged their hard work both in sports and academics. Coach Whalen also noted the future academic plans for his team. Village of Wellington Page 1 Village Council Action Summary - Final November 25, 2014 Vice Mayor Greene thanked the parents of the boys for their support. 6. CONSENT AGENDA Mr. Schofield presented the Consent Agenda recommending approval as amended. A motion was made by Councilman Coates, seconded by Councilman Willhite, and unanimously passed (5-0) approving the Consent Agenda as amended. A. 14-962 MINUTES OF THE OCTOBER 14, 2014 REGULAR WELLINGTON COUNCIL MEETING REQUEST: Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Wellington Council Meeting of October 14, 2014. This item was approved on Consent. 8. REGULAR AGENDA E. 14-945 RESOLUTION NO. R2014-72 (KEELY SPINELLI GRANT GUIDELINES) A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL AMENDING THE KEELY SPINELLI GRANT GUIDELINES ESTABLISHED BY RESOLUTION NO. R2013-61 TO ALLOW ANY UNENCUMBERED FUNDS TO BE RETAINED AND UTILIZED BY THE SCHOOLS TO CONTINUE ALLOWABLE EXPEDITURES AS DEFINED; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. REQUEST: Approval of Resolution No. R2014-72 amending the Keely Spinelli Grant Guidelines to allow any unencumbered funds to be retained and utilized by the schools to continue allowable expenditures for the following school year. Mr. Schofield introduced the agenda item. Mr. Poag presented the staff report and addressed Council questions. Ms. Michelle McGovern, Ms. Theresa Ventriglio, and Ms. Donna Baxter, members of the Wellington Education Committee explained the challenges that some of the schools were having spending the funds by the Village's May 31st deadline. They also spoke about the positive results that the schools have shown due to the extra funds. Dr. Darren Edgecomb, Principal of Palm Beach Central High School explained the positive impact the grant money has had on his school and the programs that they were able to institute to help their lowest 25% students. In response to the schools' problems spending the funds by the date specified in the Village's current guidelines, Council thought changing the funding cycle to the calendar year might be a better option. They also thought that the Committee should consider the possibility of granting the funds based on need rather than a blanket award to each school. Village of Wellington Page 2 Village Council Action Summary - Final November 25, 2014 A motion was made by Councilman Coates, seconded by Councilman Willhite, and unanimously passed (5-0) that the first grant period for 2013/2014 which was due to expire on May 31, 2014 be extended through May 31, 2015; and thereafter that the grant period for 2014/ 2015 that had recently been passed be extended through December 31, 2015, and that any funds that are not used will come back to the Village for determination. 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. 14-738 ORDINANCE NO. 2014-21 (ISLA VERDE REZONING) AN ORDINANCE OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL, APPROVING A REZONING (PETITION NUMBER 2013-64 REZ 2) FOR CERTAIN PROPERTY KNOWN AS ISLA VERDE OF WELLINGTON, TOTALING 53.57 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF STATE ROAD 7 AND APPROXIMATELY 1/2 MILE NORTH OF FOREST HILL BOULEVARD, AS MORE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED HEREIN; FROM MULTIPLE USE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (MUPD) TO MIXED USE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (MXPD); PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. B. 14-739 RESOLUTION NO. R2014-26 (ISLA VERDE MASTER PLAN AMENDMENT) A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL, APPROVING A MASTER PLAN AMENDMENT (PETITION NUMBER 2013-64 MPA 2) FOR CERTAIN PROPERTY KNOWN AS ISLA VERDE OF WELLINGTON, TOTALING 53.57 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF STATE ROAD 7 AND APPROXIMATELY 1/2 MILE NORTH OF FOREST HILL BOULEVARD, AS MORE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED HEREIN; TO ALLOW 350 MULTI-FAMILY UNITS AND AMEND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. REQUEST: Approval of Resolution No. R2014-26 Isla Verde Master Plan Amendment. REQUEST: Approval of Ordinance No. 2014-21 a Rezoning from Multiple Use Planned Development (MUPD) to Mixed Use Planned Development District (MXPD). Mr. Schofield introduced the agenda item. He explained that items A and B are companion items. He further explained that Ordinance No. 2014-21 (Isla Verde Rezoning) is the second reading and adoption of the rezoning items and the companion item is Resolution No. R2014-26 (Isla Verde Master Plan Amendment) is the vehicle where conditions will be attached. He noted that this was the only time the master plan would come before Council. He said Village of Wellington Page 3 Village Council Action Summary - Final November 25, 2014 that Council could choose to hear the items together; however, they will require separate motions and votes. Since this was a quasi-judicial hearing, Ms. Cohen administered the oath to those people who indicated they would be speaking on this item. Ex-Parte Communications Each member of Council disclosed their ex-parte communications. At the conclusion of their disclosures, Ms. Cohen asked Council if notwithstanding the communications they had if they felt that they could still be fair and impartial with respect to the applications. Council responded affirmatively. Mr. Stillings presented the staff report for both the Rezoning and Master Plan and explained the requests. Mr. Al Malefatto, speaking on behalf of the applicant, noted this was the same plan that had been presented to Council in September and the only change had been at the request of the surrounding communities. Councilman Willhite thought the size of the proposed bus shelter outlined in condition #24 was bigger than what was needed. Mr. Herring explained that the size of the bus shelter was a carryover from the original approval, but they could certainly reduce the size if that was Council's desire. Councilman Willhite asked staff if it could be used as a multi-use bus shelter for the area for public transportation. Mr. Schofield indicated that they would have to get permission from FDOT, and also noted that he did not believe a school bus would stop on SR7. Councilman Willhite requested that the applicant continue monitoring the traffic patterns in the commercial area to ensure utilization of the traffic signal. Public Hearing A motion was made by Councilman Willhite, seconded by Councilman Coates, and unanimously passed (5-0) to open the Public Hearing. 1. Mr. Jay French, 969 Whippoorwill Trail. He announced that he was the appointed representative of the Whippoorwill Lakes Property Owners Association. He stated the developer had met with their community and changed one of the conditions regarding the Leasing Office which was made at the homeowners' request. He thanked everyone who was involved in the project. There being no further public comments, a motion was made by Councilman Willhite, seconded by Vice Mayor Greene, and unanimously passed (5-0) to close the Public Hearing. Approvals: Ordinance No. 2014-21: A motion was made by Councilman Coates, seconded by Councilwoman Gerwig, and unanimously passed, approving Ordinance No. 2014-21 on Second Reading as presented. Village of Wellington Page 4 Village Council Action Summary - Final November 25, 2014 Resolution NO. R2014-26: A motion was made by Councilman Coates, seconded by Councilman Willhite, and unanimously passed (5-0) approving Resolution No. R2014-26 as presented. C. 14-801 ORDINANCE 2014-27 (SECTION 5.1.13 SUSPENSION OF DEVELOPMENT REVIEW PROCEEDINGS) AN ORDINANCE OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL AMENDING ARTICLE 5 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW PROCEEDINGS, SECTION 5.1.13 SUSPENSION OF DEVELOPMENT REVIEW PROCEEDINGS OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS OF THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON; TO AUTHORIZE THE SUSPENSION OF THE PROCESSING AND/OR CONSIDERATION OF DEVELOPMENT PERMIT(S) AND/OR USE APPROVAL APPLICATIONS FOR PROPERTIES WITH OPEN CODE ENFORCEMENT CASES AND/OR OUTSTANDING CODE ENFORCEMENT LIENS AND/OR FINES; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. REQUEST: Approval of Ordinance No. 2014-27 on first reading. Mr. Schofield introduced the agenda item. Ms. Rodriguez read the ordinance by title. Mr. Stillings presented the staff report and explained the request. Public Hearing A motion was made by Councilman Willhite, seconded by Councilman Coates, and unanimously passed (5-0) to open the Public Hearing. There being no public comments, a motion was made by Councilman Willhite, seconded by Councilman Coates, and unanimously passed (5-0) to close the Public Hearing. A motion was made by Councilman Willhite, seconded by Vice Mayor Greene approving Ordinance No. 2014-27 on First Reading as presented. Councilwoman Gerwig referred to the list of unpaid liens that had been provided where one entity had been highlighted. She felt that by doing that the Village was giving the perception that they were singling out specific entities. She indicated that she would not be supporting the ordinance because she did not think it improved Wellington's situation; and that this was not the right course of action if they were seeking to achieve compliance. The motion was voted on and was passed (4-1) with Councilman Gerwig dissenting. REGULAR AGENDA A. 14-910 DIRECTION REGARDING THE TENNIS CENTER MANAGEMENT Village of Wellington Page 5 Village Council Action Summary - Final November 25, 2014 AND MAINTENANCE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) REQUEST: Direction regarding the tennis center management and maintenance Request for Proposals (RFP). Mr. Schofield introduced the agenda item. Mr. De La Vega presented the staff report. He explained that the tennis center maintenance and management contract was set to expire with the opening of the new tennis facility. He said that prior to issuing a solicitation staff was seeking direction on the following decision points: 1. Limit on the number of years’ experience, and similar accounts for providing tennis center management and maintenance (Har-Tru-Clay Courts) services. 2. RFP scoring Criteria weighting. 3.Composition of selection committee. 4. Compensation structure? Revenue split? and Maintenance cost? Council debated if they should first decide if they are going out to bid prior to discussing the options. Council discussed this item raising concerns that transitioning to another provider at the opening of a new facility would negatively impact the program, whether tennis should be treated similar to other sports providers, should the Village assume the operation of the program, the additional cost of maintenance to Mr. Cheatham under the current contract and that Council had previously made the decision not to renew Mr. Cheatham’s contract to September, but that a new provider would be on board to coincide with the new facility. Public Comments 1. Ms. Caryn Jacquish, 10489 Pelican Drive, Wellington. Ms. Jacquish identified herself as the President of the Western Communities Tennis Association. She stated that she and her board members had met with each Council member to discuss the future of tennis. She identified three directions that Council could take: (1) Identify the program is running efficiently and extend the current contract to Tommy Cheatham; (2) Recognize that a non-profit exists that could help manage the facility that would relieve Council of their obligation to go through the RFP or RFQ process; and (3) Go to an RFP process which they did not support. Ms. Jacquish requested that Council extend Mr. Cheatham's current contract to allow for a smooth transition, allow them to see the costs of the new facility and thus maintain the quality tennis they currently have. 2. Mr. Vincent Weber, 2142 Wingate Bend, Wellington, FL. Mr. Weber identified himself as a resident of the Mayfair Community and noted that he is a tennis player. He spoke about the current tennis program and the loyalty of Tommy Cheatham. He noted the good condition of the courts. Mr. Weber advised Council that many of the seniors who currently play in Wellington would not go to the new facility; Wellington would lose some of their competitive play, and other facilities in the area were ready to welcome Wellington's tennis players. He felt that Council should talk and listen to the people who are using the facilities and address their needs. A motion was made by Councilwoman Gerwig, seconded by Mayor Margolis, and passed (4-1) with Councilman Coates dissenting to continue the contract for Tommy Cheatham to the extension date of September 30, 2015. Village of Wellington Page 6 Village Council Action Summary - Final November 25, 2014 Mr. De La Vega indicated that he would work with Ms. Cohen to extend the contract to September 30, 2015. At this point, since Councilman Willhite had not voiced his vote either in support or opposition to the motion, Mayor Margolis asked for clarification to determine if the motion was 4-1 or 3-2. Ms. Cohen advised that according to Robert’s Rule silence indicates support of a vote. Councilman Willhite raised concern that Council had previously provided direction that the contract would not be extended. He also did not believe the Village would have sufficient historical data from the new facility at the time the RFP would go out. Councilman Willhite was also concerned that if Mr. Cheatham was responsible for the additional cost of the maintenance, they would be setting him up for failure. Councilman Coates believed the motion was out of order because the Village did not know the maintenance cost of the new facility, and the motion approved an increase in that expenditure. He also believed it was out of order because it was not properly noticed since the agenda item was specifically for the purpose of providing direction regarding the RFP and not for the consideration of a renewal or extension of the existing contract. Ms. Cohen advised Council that her understanding of the motion was that it approved continuing the current contract under the existing terms. It was her opinion that the motion was not out of order because it was properly noticed, there was opportunity for public comment which was opened and closed, the motion was seconded and it passed. She advised Council that, out of an abundance of caution, they could reopen the motion for further discussion. Council consensus was not to reopen the motion. Mayor Margolis reiterated that the Motion carried 4-1. Councilman Coates asked what direction Council had provided to staff regarding the Request for Proposal. In response, Mr. Schofield said that his understanding was that Council was uncomfortable bringing a new provider on board prior to the opening of the facility and that staff's direction was to provide Council with information on a different type of provider agreement, operating costs, and costs operating tennis in-house, contracted out or a hybrid model. Mayor Margolis asked Mr. Schofield if he had a consensus that it would be going out for re-bid. Mr. Schofield responded affirmatively. B. 14-937 OUTSIDE LEGAL FEES AND COSTS REQUEST: Approval of continued use of outside professional legal services with the firm of Lehtinen Schultz Riedi Catalano de la Fuente, PLLC (LSRCF) in an amount up to $100,000 for the 2014/2015 fiscal year. Mr. Schofield introduced the agenda item. Ms. Cohen explained the request. A motion was made by Councilman Willhite, seconded by Vice Mayor Greene, and unanimously passed (5-0) approving the continued use of outside professional legal services with the firm of Lehtinen Schultz Riedi Catalano de la Fuente, PLLC (LSRCF) in an amount up to $100,000 for the 2014/2015 fiscal Village of Wellington Page 7 Village Council Action Summary - Final November 25, 2014 year. C. 14-940 RESOLUTION NO. R2014-69 (WANDERERS EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSE) A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL APPROVING AN AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY KNOWN AS WANDERERS EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSE; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OR VICE MAYOR AND THE VILLAGE CLERK TO EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS INCIDENT TO CLOSING, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. REQUEST: Council direction regarding acquisition of the Wanderers Executive Golf Course located within the platted subdivisions of Lakefield South 2A and 2B. The purchase price is $1,000,000.00, or $26,420.07 / acre, for a net acreage of 37.85 acres in an “as is” condition and with each entity responsible for their own closing costs. Mr. Schofield introduced the agenda. Mr. O'Dell gave the presentation on the proposed purchase of the Wanderers Executive Golf Course. At Council's direction, he went back to the Wanderers Club to determine what was their best and final offer which he indicated was $1 million. He also noted that Council had asked that this item be brought to some of the Village's advisory committees; but noted that would be done if an agreement is reached to purchase the property. Council discussed this item and supported purchasing the property for passive use; however, they thought the asking price was too high and should be in line with the appraised value of the property. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Greene, seconded by Councilman Willhite, and failed 2-3 with Mayor Margolis, Councilman Coates and Councilwoman Gerwig dissenting for staff to go back to the seller presenting a final offer of $850,000 for the property. At this point, Mayor Margolis passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Greene. A motion was made by Mayor Margolis, seconded by Councilman Coates, and passed (4-1) with Vice Mayor Greene dissenting for staff to go back to the seller and re-negotiate a contract for a purchase price of $700,000 to be brought back at the next Council meeting. Ms. Cohen said that it was a possibility that the seller would come back with a counteroffer. She said if such offer was made, it would be brought back to Council at the first meeting of December. D. 14-915 RESOLUTION NO. R2014-68 (APPOINTMENT OF SPECIAL MAGISTRATES) A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF SPECIAL MAGISTRATES, ALAN ZANGEN AND MICHAEL POSNER TO HEAR AND DECIDE Village of Wellington Page 8 Village Council Action Summary - Final November 25, 2014 CODE ENFORCEMENT CASES, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-203 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. REQUEST: Approval of Resolution No. R2014-68 Appointing two (2) Special Magistrates to a two (2) year term beginning June 8, 2014 ending June 7, 2016. Mr. Schofield introduced the agenda item. At this time, a motion was made by Councilman Willhite, seconded by Mayor Margolis and passed (3-2) with Councilman Coates and Councilwoman Gerwig dissenting to go past 11:00 p.m. Mr. Koch explained this resolution was to re-appoint two of the Village's four Special Magistrates, Mr. Zangen and Mr. Posner. Council discussed this and expressed concerns about the 90% reduction of the fines that are made by staff. Ms. Cohen thought Council could establish guidelines and parameters for staff to follow regarding the reduction of fines, but she recommended that they not take away the discretion of the Special Magistrates to go outside of those parameters. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Greene, seconded by Councilman Coates, and unanimously passed (5-0) approving Resolution No. R2014-68 as presented. Mr. Schofield said that his direction from this discussion was that as a standard practice, staff does not negotiate fine reductions more than 80%. Council asked that any direction on that be tabled for discussion at a subsequent time. Mr. Koch recalled that there was an Administrative Transmittal that was done sometime last year where he contacted other code managers to see how they handled fines. He said he would obtain that and provide it to Council. 9. PUBLIC FORUM Mayor Margolis announced that there was one public comment card for an individual who was not present, but who wanted his card read into the record. Vice Mayor Greene read the following card into the record: 1. Gary Charboneau, 14499 Laurel Trail. Mr. Charboneau's comments supported the Saddle Trail South road and water improvement project. He indicated that he had spoken to many of his neighbors who remained in full support of the project. 10. ATTORNEY'S REPORT Ms. Cohen presented the following report: 1. The Charter Review Task Force meeting would be held on Monday, December 1, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. 2. She wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Village of Wellington Page 9 Village Council Action Summary - Final November 25, 2014 11. MANAGER'S REPORTS Mr. Schofield presented the following report 1. The next Regular Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. 2. Representative Pafford's office requested the use of the Council Chambers for a Town Hall Meeting in January probably either the 28th or 29th. He said that as a general rule he does not approve the use of the Council Chambers without Council's permission. 3. There will be no trash collection on Thanksgiving Day. 4. He asked for permission to negotiate the addition of a Roth IRA option to both the ICMA and Florida Municipal Pension Trust Fund agreements and bring them back for ratification on December 9, 2014. Council consensus was to authorize Mr. Schofield to negotiate the agreements. 5. He provided the Coker lobbyist contract to Council. The cost for the contract is $60,000. He said this contract was important because they have already begun to see bills filed in the legislature specifically on the non-residential farm buildings. He asked for permission to finalize and execute the contract. Council consensus was for Mr. Schofield to finalize and execute the lobbyist contract with Coker. 6. From their discussion at the Agenda Review, Mr. Schofield said that it was his understanding that he and the Attorney have the authority to seek an injunction from permitting construction at Polo West. Although he has the authority as the Manager to take that action, he did not want to do something that would initiate litigation without first advising Council. Council consensus was to provide the authority to Mr. Schofield and Ms. Cohen to file an injunction from permitting construction at Polo West. 12. COUNCIL REPORTS Councilwoman Gerwig presented the following report: 1. She asked staff to review the portion of the Code that allowed Mr. Jacobs to have a hearing before the Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board challenging staff's interpretation of the FAR regarding the application relating to Country Place. It was her understanding that portion of the Village's Code had come from the County who have since amended it. 2. She indicated that she had been contacted by several residents about their ability to rent and use golf carts. She noted action that Loxahatchee Groves had taken regarding them. Councilwoman Gerwig asked that the Village approve some sort of golf cart ordinance on EOZD on roads that are 30 mph or less. Mr. Schofield indicated that he would have to look at what Loxahatchee Groves did because the State Statute was very specific that in order to approve a golf cart on a roadway, there must be an engineering study. Councilwoman Gerwig indicated that she had read the State Statute and it did not indicate an engineering study was required. Ms. Cohen indicated that she would have to take a look at that. 3. Councilwoman Gerwig reminded Councilman Coates that she had voted against the Lake Wellington Professional Center; however, he had given his authority to purchase that property. 4. She asked Mr. Schofield what has been rezoned in the Equestrian Preserve Area since she has been sitting on Council. Village of Wellington Page 10 Village Council Action Summary - Final November 25, 2014 Mr. Schofield said that he did not believe anything had actually been rezoned. He said a Commercial Equestrian Compatibility Determination was done for both the Equestrian Village and on PBIEC; however, nothing was changed from the underlying AR. Councilwoman Gerwig asked what the zoning was on the Equestrian Village property. Mr. Schofield explained that it was zoned RE SE PUD and has a commercial recreation land use designation. He said that it does have a Commercial Equestrian Arena designation which is not a rezoning, but a specific approval within the Code. 5. She wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Vice Mayor Greene presented the following report: 1. He reported that he had grown up in St. Louis, and watched the verdict from the Grand Jury. Although he found the incident to be an unfortunate tragedy, it was disturbing to him that it went to the point of destroying communities of hardworking people and business owners. 2. He wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Councilman Willhite presented the following report: 1.He recognized those employees who were recognized for their hard work and efforts for the residents by a letter received from Mr. Stein. 2. He asked Mr. Schofield if it was possible to create a cross section of the Saddle Trail South neighborhood to provide a visual of what the proposed plan would look like. 3. He expressed concern about the school crossings noting specific incidents with cars accelerating past the light. He noted the difficulty seeing the yellow blinking light at Stribling Road as well as other school crossings in the Village. He wanted to do something that would make people more cognizant that they are in a school zone, and asked staff to look at what could possibly be done to enhance the school crossings to ensure safety. 4. He said that he was excited to see the creation of a web site photo gallery of the pictures taken at the Council Meetings. He hoped that the residents would be able to copy the pictures. Mr. Schofield said the photographs on the Village's website are public records, and the public was free to take them. 5. He wished everyone a safe and Happy Thanksgiving. Councilman Coates presented the following report: 1. He wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and safe travels. 2. He requested that a Senior Housing presentation be placed on the December agenda. He asked staff to consult with Mr. Fransetta to see if his organization or the EDOC was prepared to present how they approach senior housing. He thought that some of the senior housing and how it is structured could have some impact on what is done at K-Park. 3. He wanted to clarify that although he voted not to extend the current tennis provider's contract, he was not against him. He said that the reason he voted against the contract extension was because he wanted it to be coupled with an actual decision on the structure of how they were going to approach tennis because he believed it impacted the long term future of tennis. 4. He said that he takes the advisory nature of the committees very seriously as they perform a very important role in providing Council with advice on issues that they are asked to provide as well as issues they generate on their own. He said that he did not want to create a precedent where Council makes a decision and then advisory committees take it upon themselves to vote on it. Village of Wellington Page 11 Village Council Action Summary - Final November 25, 2014 He stated that he viewed such action as a challenge to Council's authority. He hoped that the recent actions taken by a certain committee would not be repeated in the future. 5. He referred to Councilwoman Gerwig's comments about the purchase of the Lake Wellington Professional Center, and said he did not recall advocating anything with respect to that, but indicated it was a vote of the Council. He said that there was a delegation for the Mayor to sign the document. He said that when he voted for the Lake Wellington Professional Center, he felt that the ultimate price was around $4 million and he was not totally sure that the way it was structured actually benefited the Village. At the end of the day, he thought that it was a very good acquisition because long term it would round off the development of this complex. Mayor Margolis presented the following report: 1. He asked Mr. Schofield for an update on when Council would be meeting on K-Park. Mr. Schofield said that there were interviews scheduled for December 17th starting at 10:30 a.m. 2. He wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Mr. Schofield said that the day before Thanksgiving was typically a very slow date in the afternoon, and he wanted to start releasing staff at around 1:00 p.m. Council said that action was at Mr. Schofield's discretion. Mr. Schofield said that he and the Mayor had discussed what to do about Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve which are both typically slow days. He said, as they have done in past years, it was his intention to release half the staff at Noon on one holiday and the other half on the other holiday. Again, Council said that action was at Mr. Schofield's discretion. 13. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before Council, the meeting was adjourned. Village of Wellington Page 12