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Wellington, FL · April 14, 2015

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Village of Wellington 12300 Forest Hill Blvd Wellington, FL 33414 Action Summary - Final Tuesday, April 14, 2015 7:00 PM Village Hall Village Council Bob Margolis, Mayor John Greene, Vice Mayor Matt Willhite, Councilman Anne Gerwig, Councilwoman John T. McGovern, Councilman Village Council Action Summary - Final April 14, 2015 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Margolis called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE A member of the public, Louis Chatoff, led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. INVOCATION Rev. Emily Denmark-McGee, Pastor, St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, Wellington, led the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. APPOINTMENT OF VICE MAYOR Mr. Schofield introduced the agenda item. He explained that Wellington's Charter states that the Village Council, at its first regular meeting after the fourth Tuesday of each March, shall elect from its membership a Vice Mayor. The floor was opened for nominations. Councilman Willhite nominated Vice Mayor Greene. There were no other nominations for Vice Mayor. The floor was closed for nominations. A motion was made by Councilman Willhite, seconded by Councilman McGovern, and unanimously passed (5-0) appointing Vice Mayor Greene to serve as Vice Mayor. 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Mr. Schofield presented the agenda with the following changes: (1) Move Consent Agenda item 7F: Resolution No. R2015-22 (Giovanettti Vacation/Abandonment to the Regular Agenda as item 9G. (2) Withdraw the following items: (a) Regular Agenda item 9B: Council Approval of a Code Compliance fine reduction for 970 Citrus Place to be forwarded to the Special Magistrate. (b) Regular Agenda item 9C: Council Approval of a Code Compliance fine reduction for 1333 Sailboat Circle to be forwarded to the Special Magistrate. (c) Regular Agenda item 9F: Request for payment of legal expenses incurred by Mayor Bob Margolis relating to ethics complaints. A motion was made by Councilman Willhite, seconded by Vice Mayor Greene, and unanimously passed (5-0) approving the agenda as amended. 6. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS A. 15-148 PRESENTATION OF THE AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION (APWA) ACCREDITATION AWARD TO THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Mr. Schofield introduced the agenda item. He noted that members of the Public Works Department were present to accept the presentation. Village of Wellington Page 1 Village Council Action Summary - Final April 14, 2015 Ms. Ann Daniels, Director of Accreditation for the American Public Works Association. recognized the Public Works Department for the outstanding job they have done regarding their Best Management Practices which earned them their accreditation. Council members each expressed their appreciation and recognition of the hard work and accomplishments of the Public Work Department staff. Ms. Daniels presented the plaque of recognition to the Council and staff members of the Public Works Department. B. 15-265 RESOLUTION NO. R2015-26 (FLORIDA ROWING CENTER LICENSE AGREEMENT) A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL APPROVING A LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE FLORIDA ROWING CENTERS, LLC, A GEORGIA CORPORATION, TO OPERATE A ROWING SCHOOL ON THE WELLINGTON COMMUNITY CENTER PROPERTY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Schofield introduced the agenda item. He announced that Mr. Bob Wolfe was in attendance on behalf of the Florida Rowing Center. He stated that the Village was getting ready to renew their contract under Resolution No. R2015-26. Mr. Bob Wolfe, Managing Partner, Florida Rowing Center, said he wanted to come before Council to speak on their Center. He noted that they had invested heavily in their coaching staff this year, their attendance had increased, and they are working on expanding their program which will include a summer program. A motion was made by Councilwoman Gerwig, seconded by Vice Mayor Greene, and unanimously passed (5-0) approving Resolution No. R2015-26 as presented. 7. CONSENT AGENDA Mr. Schofield presented the Consent Agenda recommending approval as amended. There were no public comments on the Consent Agenda. A motion was made by Councilman Willhite, seconded by Vice Mayor Greene, and unanimously passed (5-0) approving the Consent Agenda as amended. A. 15-263 MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 16, 2015 AND THE REGULAR VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 24, 2015 This item was approved on Consent. Village of Wellington Page 2 Village Council Action Summary - Final April 14, 2015 B. 14-763 AUTHORIZATION TO UTILIZE A FLORIDA SHERIFFS ASSOCIATION (FSA) CONTRACT, AS A BASIS FOR PRICING, FOR THE PURCHASE OF TIRES AND RELATED SERVICES This item was approved on Consent. C. 15-38 AUTHORIZATION AND APPROVAL TO UTILIZE LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUNDS (LETF) TO PURCHASE GPS TRACKING EQUIPMENT FOR THE PALM BEACH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE (DISTRICT 8 WELLINGTON) This item was approved on Consent. D. 15-235 AUTHORIZATION TO UTILIZE LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUNDS (LETF) FOR THE PURCHASE OF IN-VEHICLE SURVEILLANCE EQUIPMENT FOR THE PALM BEACH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE (DISTRICT 8 WELLINGTON) This item was approved on Consent. E. 14-594 RESOLUTION NO. R2015-09 (OS DRESSAGE PLAT) A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA'S COUNCIL ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE OS DRESSAGE PLAT FOR A 8.853 ACRE PARCEL LYING IN SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 44 SOUTH, RANGE 41 EAST, VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON, PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA, BEING THE EAST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 44 SOUTH, RANGE 41 EAST, OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA; AND THE WEST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 44 SOUTH, RANGE 41 EAST, OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA; LESS THE NORTH AND EAST 50 FOOT CANAL RIGHTS-OF-WAYS. This item was approved on Consent. 15-187 RESOLUTION NO. R2015-22 (GIOVANETTI VACATION/ABANDONMENT) A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL, VACATING A 16.83 FEET PORTION OF THE 25 FOOT WIDE MAINTENANCE EASEMENT LOCATED AT THE REAR OF LOT 25, BLOCK 51, OF SUGAR POND MANOR OF WELLINGTON PUD (14178 ASTER AVENUE); AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. This item was moved to the Regular Agenda. Village of Wellington Page 3 Village Council Action Summary - Final April 14, 2015 9. PUBLIC FORUM Mayor Margolis announced that the Council would take public comments at this time as well as at the end of the Regular Agenda on any non-agendered item. There were no public comments. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. 15-272 ORDINANCE NO. 2015-06 (WELLINGTON MUNICIPAL ELECTION 2016) AN ORDINANCE OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL MOVING THE DATE FOR THE MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD CONCURRENT WITH THE PRESIDENTIAL PREFERENCE PRIMARY; AMENDING THE CANDIDATE QUALIFYING PERIOD; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Schofield introduced the agenda item. Ms. Rodriguez read the ordinance by title. Ms. Rodriguez advised Council that they had been provided with revisions to the Ordinance to reflect that the runoff election, if one is required, would be held on March 29, 2016. Council discussed this agenda item. Staff addressed questions and concerns raised by Council regarding the Village's requirement to adhere to the date change; the impact of the new date on ballot questions being proposed; and the composition of the Canvassing Board. Councilman Willhite hoped that either by the last meeting in June or last meeting in July the Council would start receiving the Charter Review questions, followed by some public forums in September, October and November. Public Hearing A motion was made by Councilman Willhite, seconded by Vice Mayor Greene, and unanimously passed (5-0) to open the Public Hearing. 1. Jody Young, 1245 Mystic Way, Wellington. Mr. Young encouraged the Village to get the ballot questions on the March ballot since there would be more voters due to it being held in conjunction with the Presidential Preference Primary. 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. A motion was made by Councilman Willhite, seconded by Councilman McGovern, and unanimously passed (5-0) approving Ordinance No. 2015-06 on Village of Wellington Page 4 Village Council Action Summary - Final April 14, 2015 First Reading as amended. B. 15-266 RESOLUTION NO. R2015-27 (SADDLE TRAIL PARK SOUTH PROJECT ASSESSMENTS) A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL FOR THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON AUTHORIZING THE SADDLE TRAIL PARK (SOUTH) NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT; EQUALIZING, APPROVING, CONFIRMING, IMPOSING AND LEVYING CERTAIN NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS ON THE REAL PROPERTY SPECIALLY BENEFITTED BY SUCH IMPROVEMENT PROJECT TO PAY THE COST THEREOF; PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT AND COLLECTION OF SUCH SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS BY THE METHODS PROVIDED FOR HEREIN AND PURSUANT TO CHAPTER SECTION 3, AS AMENDED, OF THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON’S CODE OF ORDINANCES AND APPLICABLE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTERS 170 AND 197, FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Schofield introduced the agenda item. Ms. Rodriguez read the resolution by title. Ms. Cohen advised Council that both items relative to Saddle Trail Park (South) were legislative hearings and was not quasi-judicial. At this time, Mr. Riebe, Village Engineer, introduced himself. The following people who were present to address this matter with Mr. Riebe also introduced themselves: Brian LaMotte – Wantman Group, Inc. (Engineer); Mark Raymond, Village's Bond Counsel; Ken Edwards Special Assessment Counsel; Natalie Sidor, Raymond James. and Tanya Quickel, Chief Financial Officer for Wellington. At this time, Ms. Cohen announced that this was a public hearing, and a request had been received from Mr. Dan Rosenbaum on behalf of his clients to speak for 30 minutes to address the Council. Since this was not a quasi-judicial hearing, Council consensus was to give Mr. Rosenbaum ten (10) minutes to make his presentation. Mr. Riebe presented an overview of the proposed project explaining the special assessment process, the purpose, the assessment plat, the overall plan, the financing and cost to the residents of Saddle Trail South and the methodology used for the project. Council discussed the project. Staff responded to their questions and concerns regarding: community-driven initiative, funding package and cost to residents, Village's participation in the project and potential for cost sharing, change of votes received,revoting, inconsistencies in people rescinding their yes votes, assessment cost since first notice, inaccuracies being distributed regarding assessment cost, the contents of the ballot and all residents receiving notice. Public Hearing Village of Wellington Page 5 Village Council Action Summary - Final April 14, 2015 A motion was made by Councilman Willhite, seconded by Vice Mayor Greene, and unanimously passed (5-0) to open the Public Hearing. 1. Mr. Dan Rosenbaum, Attorney for Brad and Margaret Biggs and Marrell Jerkins, spoke in opposition to the project. 2. A combination of 27 comments were received from the public either spoken or written and were either in support or opposition to the project. (Comment cards are on file with the Village Clerk.) There being no further public comments, a motion was made by Vice Mayor Greene, seconded by Councilman Willhite, and unanimously passed (5-0) to close the Public Hearing. Councilwoman Gerwig believed that a re-vote should be taken among the community. A motion was made by Councilman Willhite, seconded by Vice Mayor Greene, and passed (4-1) with Councilwoman Gerwig dissenting, approving Resolution No. R2015-27 as presented. 9. REGULAR AGENDA A. 15-267 RESOLUTION NO. R2015-28 (SADDLE TRAIL PARK SOUTH BOND ISSUANCE) A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA INITIALLY AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE IN ONE OR MORE SERIES OF NOT EXCEEDING $6,770,000 BONDS OF SUCH DISTRICT TO FINANCE THE COST OF IMPROVEMENTS WITH RESPECT TO THE SADDLE TRAIL PARK (SOUTH) NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT; PROVIDING THAT SUCH BONDS SHALL BE PAYABLE SOLELY FROM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED BY THE VILLAGE PURSUANT TO RESOLUTION NO. R2015-27 ON CERTAIN PROPERTY AS DESCRIBED THEREIN AND OTHER MONIES AS PROVIDED HEREIN; PROVIDING FOR THE RIGHTS, SECURITIES, AND REMEDIES FOR THE OWNERS OF SUCH BONDS; PROVIDING FOR THE CREATION OF SPECIAL FUNDS AND ACCOUNTS; MAKING CERTAIN COVENANTS AND AGREEMENTS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Schofield introduced the agenda item. Mr. Rodriguez read the resolution by title. Mr. Mark Raymond explained that the assessment resolution, what it proposed and what it authorized. Mr. Raymond addressed a Council question regarding the waiver of the contract administration fee. Village of Wellington Page 6 Village Council Action Summary - Final April 14, 2015 There were no publlic comments. A motion was made by Councilman Willhite, seconded by Vice Mayor Greene, and unanimously passed (5-0) approving Resolution No. R205-28 as presented. B. 15-226 COUNCIL APPROVAL OF A CODE COMPLIANCE FINE REDUCTION FOR 970 CITRUS PLACE TO BE FORWARDED TO THE SPECIAL MAGISTRATE This item was withdrawn. C. 15-254 COUNCIL APPROVAL OF A CODE COMPLIANCE FINE REDUCTION FOR 1333 SAILBOAT CIRCLE TO BE FORWARDED TO THE SPECIAL MAGISTRATE This item was withdrawn D. 15-109 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO PROVIDE COLLECTION OF SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL Mr. Schofield introduced the agenda item. He announced that Mr. Barnes, Mr. De La Vega and Mr. Wright were present to give the staff presentation. Mr. De La Vega gave the staff presentation explaining the bids that were received, the Selection Committee's recommendation, and advised Council that a savings on the commercial side of the bid from Waste Management had been found. Public Comments 1. Jerry Wuhrman, 154 Commodore Drive, Jupiter. Mr. Wuhrman requested that Council defer voting on this and encouraged them to consider a Central Waste Disposal facility. 2. Ellen Smith, 2149 Ardley Court, North Palm Beach. Ms. Smith, Waste Management, gave a short presentation highlighting that company. She asked that the Village award the contract to Waste Management. 3. Eric Croft, 13707 Barberry Drive. Mr. Croft, 33 year resident of Wellington, and Service Delivery Optimization Coordinator for Wase Management addressed Council. He explained his position with the company and shared comments from residents supporting Waste Management. Vice Mayor Greene read the following comment card into the record: 1. Jaene Miranda, 272 Scarborough Terrace. Ms. Miranda supported Waste Management and awarding the contract to them. 2. Cabot Twain Barnett, 14530, Laurel Trail. Mr. Barnett wrote: "Press Pause, For waste/recycling station consideration." Councilman Willhite spoke in support of awarding the contract to FCC which would provide a bigger savings to the residents. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Greene, seconded by Councilwoman Gerwig, and passed (4-1) with Councilman Willhite dissenting, authorizing the award of the contract to provide Solid Waste and Recyclable Material to Waste Management. Village of Wellington Page 7 Village Council Action Summary - Final April 14, 2015 E. 15-223 OUTSIDE LEGAL FEES AND COSTS Mr. Schofield introduced the Agenda item. Ms. Cohen explained that even though this was budgeted, once the POs reach $24,999 they need to come back for authorization by Council. She noted that about $400,000 was budgeted for Outside Legal Services due to ongoing litigation, and they were well below that number. 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 an additional $100,000 for the 2014/2015 fiscal year. F. 15-264 REQUEST FOR PAYMENT OF LEGAL EXPENSES INCURRED BY MAYOR BOB MARGOLIS RELATING TO ETHICS COMPLAINTS This item was withdrawn. F. 15-187 RESOLUTION NO. R2015-22 (GIOVANETTI VACATION/ABANDONMENT) A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL, VACATING A 16.83 FEET PORTION OF THE 25 FOOT WIDE MAINTENANCE EASEMENT LOCATED AT THE REAR OF LOT 25, BLOCK 51, OF SUGAR POND MANOR OF WELLINGTON PUD (14178 ASTER AVENUE); AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Schofield introduced the agenda item. Ms. Rodriguez read the resolution by title. Mr. Riebe presented the staff report. Staff determined that there was enough room between the edge of water and the proposed improvements allowing the Village to do the maintenance of the canal. Public Comments 1. Mr. Robert Jones, 12165 Stratford. Mr. Jones announced that he was representing the petitioners, Mr. and Mrs. Giovanetti. He noted that the area between the top of proposed pool deck and the edge of the water was 37.1 feet. He said that they have been assured by Mr. Riebe that would provide the Village with ample room to perform necessary maintenance activities. He said if the petitioners were allowed to build the pool, their intent was to completely remove the wire fence and build a barrier around the deck and there will then be 37.1 feet. Councilman Willhite asked that Mr. Riebe move forward to develop a witten policy that can be provided to the residents outlining the Village's standards. He said the residents will know how much feet will be allowed prior to their expending any money on a project such as this. Councilwoman Gerwig thought it would be difficult adopting a policy as outlined by Councilman Willhite and was comfortable with the Village Engineer doing this is a case-by-case basis. Village of Wellington Page 8 Village Council Action Summary - Final April 14, 2015 A motion was made by Councilwoman Gerwig, seconded by Vice Mayor Greene, and unanimously passed (5-0) approving Resolution No. R2015-22 as presented. 10. PUBLIC FORUM There were no public comments. 11. ATTORNEY'S REPORT No report. 12. MANAGER'S REPORTS Mr. Schofield presented the following report: • The next Regular Council Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. 13. COUNCIL REPORTS Councilwoman Gerwig presented the following report: • With regard to legal expenses pertaining to ethics complaints, Councilwoman Gerwig thought there needed to be a policy in place addressing when it was appropriate for Council to seek legal advice as well as a fee structure for the attorneys that are retained. Councilwoman Gerwig also thought that perhaps the Village needed to increase their coverage, and asked if it had been done. Ms. Cohen said that they had discussed that, but it had not been done. Councilwoman Gerwig thought that was something they needed to further discuss. • She said she had attended the Flavors event. She noted that it was well-attended and the food was fantastic. • The show Aida, a rock opera, will be opening on Thursday at Kings Academy. She invited everyone to come and see the production. She noted that King’s Academy Theatre Director, Mr. David Snyder, had been nominated for a Tony Award. • The Amphitheatre’s summer schedule is out which looks enjoyable. Vice Mayor Greene presented the following report: • He thanked his fellow Councilmembers for their support in re-appointing him as Vice Mayor. • Vice Mayor Greene addressed the County’s Rules of Procedure which Mayor Margolis has requested be reviewed by Council. He said that it includes a lot of good material, and based on the history of the meetings, it included some good things that Council should consider implementing. Mr. Schofield announced that the Palm Beach County’s Rules of Procedure would be the topic of discussion at the next Agenda Review Workshop. • Vice Mayor Greene encouraged people to attend the “Autism Speaks” event that is scheduled to be held on Sunday, April 19th at 2:00 p.m. at Village Park, Field #21. Village of Wellington Page 9 Village Council Action Summary - Final April 14, 2015 • Vice Mayor Greene asked if there were any updates on the Wellington Community Foundation. Ms. Cohen said that the Village was waiting for information from the IRS on how they can separate the 501c3. • Vice Mayor Greene announced that this Sunday, April 19th was the finals of the U.S. Open Polo at the International Polo Club. • He reported that he had attended an event at Valiente Polo on Thursday evening. He noted how incredible the Valiente private polo facility is. He said that people like Mr. Jornayvaz continue to invest in Wellington because of what the Village is doing to protect and promote the sport itself. The Village’s ability to find the proper balance between protecting the sport and allowing responsible development to grow and prosper is validated by the tremendous growth and investment. Councilman Willhite presented the following report: • He stated that he had a conversation the past Thursday with the incoming President of the U.S. Polo Administration who asked how they balance Wellington. Councilman Willhite said that since he has been on Council, they realized that the balance is difficult because they are very passionate about what is best for the entire community. He said that the difficult conversations have been between balancing the amount of growth and how does Wellington deal with it. He said their disagreements have been how fast and how much growth should there be in Wellington, but he thought that those disagreements have made Wellington a better place because they recognize the balance, and that perhaps the community may not be ready for the speed of the growth. • He noted that there was a construction sign at the Wellington Community Center. He said he wanted to have a Council function at the time of the demolition of the Center because it had served in so many different capacities for the residents throughout the years. • He commented on the Egg Hunt which is a phenomenal event and one which attracted so many people to the community. • Councilman Willhite requested to have the latest Wellington Idol winner come to a Council meeting as they have done in the past. • He asked that the Village publicize the meeting that the Florida Department of Transportation will hold regard the SR80 expansion. • On Saturday, April 18th, another Honor Flight will be arriving at Palm Beach International Airport at 8:30 p.m. He encouraged everyone to go out and welcome those WW II veterans as they return from their trip to Washington, D.C. • Councilman Willhite did not think they could write a specific policy identifying when they should hire an attorney or how much it should cost. He thought they should get an attorney when they individually feel they need legal representation to protect themselves. Councilman Willhite thought that they had already written a policy relative to financial costs and billable hours. Ms. Cohen said that a policy was drafted; however, it had not yet been brought forward to Council as they were waiting until all of the matters had been cleared. Councilman Willhite thought they could write a policy regarding the cost for billable hours which he thought could be related to whatever the market analysis indicated for that type of work. He felt if it was in the course of Village of Wellington Page 10 Village Council Action Summary - Final April 14, 2015 someone doing their job, he could understand the reimbursement. He asked Ms. Cohen if the policy she was working on had been finalized. Ms. Cohen said that she would check on it. Councilman McGovern presented the following report; • Councilman McGovern thanked Mr. Schofield for reporting at the Agenda Review that staff had looked at properties that may be impacted by the Statute regarding the 60 month abandonment or vacating of easements or right-of-ways and there was only one small issue to address. • Councilman McGovern reported that the Charter Review Task Force had met since their last meeting, and it had been well attended. He said they were now scheduled to meet on May 4th and June 17th. He encouraged not only the members of the Village’s boards and committees, but all Wellington residents to attend the meetings and be involved in what is happening because that is a critical process that will come before the voters. Mayor Margolis presented the following report: • Mayor Margolis said that when he appeared before the Ethics Commission, he was asked where his attorney was. He said that the feedback/opinion he received was to always have an attorney. He believed that if he did not have one for the ethics complaints filed against him, there were things that would have come forward that had no merit. He said he would go by the adage to always bring an attorney when there is an ethics complaint, although he did not know if they could write a policy specific to that. 14. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Village Council, the meeting was adjourned. Village of Wellington Page 11

Agenda

Village of Wellington 12300 Forest Hill Blvd Wellington, FL 33414 Meeting Agenda - Final-revised Tuesday, April 14, 2015 7:00 PM Village Hall Village Council Bob Margolis, Mayor John Greene, Vice Mayor Matt Willhite, Councilman Anne Gerwig, Councilwoman John T. McGovern, Councilman Village Council Meeting Agenda - Final-revised April 14, 2015 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. INVOCATION Rev. Emily Denmark-McGee, Pastor, St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, Wellington 4. APPOINTMENT OF VICE MAYOR The Wellington Charter states that the Village Council, at its first regular meeting after the fourth Tuesday of each March, shall elect from its membership a Vice Mayor. 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 6. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS A. 15-148 PRESENTATION OF THE AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION (APWA) ACCREDITATION AWARD TO THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Presentation of the American Public Works Association (APWA) Accreditation Award to the Village of Wellington Public Works Department. B. 15-265 RESOLUTION NO. R2015-26 (FLORIDA ROWING CENTER LICENSE AGREEMENT) A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL APPROVING A LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE FLORIDA ROWING CENTERS, LLC, A GEORGIA CORPORATION, TO OPERATE A ROWING SCHOOL ON THE WELLINGTON COMMUNITY CENTER PROPERTY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Approval of Resolution No. R2015-26 for a new license agreement with the Florida Rowing Center, LLC. 7. CONSENT AGENDA A. 15-263 MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 16, 2015 AND THE REGULAR VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 24, 2015 Approval of the Minutes of the Special Village Council meeting of March 16, 2015 and the Regular Village Council meeting of March 24, 2015. B. 14-763 AUTHORIZATION TO UTILIZE A FLORIDA SHERIFFS ASSOCIATION (FSA) CONTRACT, AS A BASIS FOR PRICING, FOR THE PURCHASE OF TIRES AND RELATED SERVICES Authorization to utilize Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA) contract #15/17-07-0220, for the purchase of tires and related services in the amount of approximately $58,000 annually. Village of Wellington Page 2 Printed on 4/9/2015 Village Council Meeting Agenda - Final-revised April 14, 2015 C. 15-38 AUTHORIZATION AND APPROVAL TO UTILIZE LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUNDS (LETF) TO PURCHASE GPS TRACKING EQUIPMENT FOR THE PALM BEACH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE (DISTRICT 8 WELLINGTON) Authorization and approval to utilize approximately $2,212.00 from the Law Enforcement Trust Fund (LETF) for the purchase of burglary and surveillance equipment. D. 15-235 AUTHORIZATION TO UTILIZE LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUNDS (LETF) FOR THE PURCHASE OF IN-VEHICLE SURVEILLANCE EQUIPMENT FOR THE PALM BEACH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE (DISTRICT 8 WELLINGTON) Authorization to utilize Law Enforcement Trust Funds (LETF) for the purchase of in-vehicle surveillance equipment. E. 14-594 RESOLUTION NO. R2015-09 (OS DRESSAGE PLAT) A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA'S COUNCIL ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE OS DRESSAGE PLAT FOR A 8.853 ACRE PARCEL LYING IN SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 44 SOUTH, RANGE 41 EAST, VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON, PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA, BEING THE EAST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 44 SOUTH, RANGE 41 EAST, OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA; AND THE WEST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 44 SOUTH, RANGE 41 EAST, OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA; LESS THE NORTH AND EAST 50 FOOT CANAL RIGHTS-OF-WAYS. Approval of Resolution No. R2015-09 accepting and approving the OS Dressage Plat. F. 15-187 RESOLUTION NO. R2015-22 (GIOVANETTI VACATION/ABANDONMENT) A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL, VACATING A 16.83 FEET PORTION OF THE 25 FOOT WIDE MAINTENANCE EASEMENT LOCATED AT THE REAR OF LOT 25, BLOCK 51, OF SUGAR POND MANOR OF WELLINGTON PUD (14178 ASTER AVENUE); AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Approval of Resolution No. R2015-22 to vacate/abandon a 16.83 feet portion of the 25 foot wide Maintenance Easement located at the rear of Lot 25, Block 51, of Sugar Pond Manor of Wellington PUD. Village of Wellington Page 3 Printed on 4/9/2015 Village Council Meeting Agenda - Final-revised April 14, 2015 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. 15-272 ORDINANCE NO. 2015-06 (WELLINGTON MUNICIPAL ELECTION 2016) AN ORDINANCE OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL MOVING THE DATE FOR THE MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD CONCURRENT WITH THE PRESIDENTIAL PREFERENCE PRIMARY; AMENDING THE CANDIDATE QUALIFYING PERIOD; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Approval of Ordinance No. 2015-06 moving the dates for the qualifying period and the date for Wellington’s 2016 Municipal Election. B. 15-266 RESOLUTION NO. R2015-27 (SADDLE TRAIL PARK SOUTH PROJECT ASSESSMENTS) A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL FOR THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON AUTHORIZING THE SADDLE TRAIL PARK (SOUTH) NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT; EQUALIZING, APPROVING, CONFIRMING, IMPOSING AND LEVYING CERTAIN NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS ON THE REAL PROPERTY SPECIALLY BENEFITTED BY SUCH IMPROVEMENT PROJECT TO PAY THE COST THEREOF; PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT AND COLLECTION OF SUCH SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS BY THE METHODS PROVIDED FOR HEREIN AND PURSUANT TO CHAPTER SECTION 3, AS AMENDED, OF THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON’S CODE OF ORDINANCES AND APPLICABLE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTERS 170 AND 197, FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Approve Resolution No. R2015-27 authorizing the Saddle Trail Park (South) Neighborhood Improvement Project and the provisions for the Special Assessment. Village of Wellington Page 4 Printed on 4/9/2015 Village Council Meeting Agenda - Final-revised April 14, 2015 9. REGULAR AGENDA A. 15-267 RESOLUTION NO. R2015-28 (SADDLE TRAIL PARK SOUTH BOND ISSUANCE) A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA INITIALLY AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE IN ONE OR MORE SERIES OF NOT EXCEEDING $6,770,000 BONDS OF SUCH DISTRICT TO FINANCE THE COST OF IMPROVEMENTS WITH RESPECT TO THE SADDLE TRAIL PARK (SOUTH) NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT; PROVIDING THAT SUCH BONDS SHALL BE PAYABLE SOLELY FROM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED BY THE VILLAGE PURSUANT TO RESOLUTION NO. R2015-27 ON CERTAIN PROPERTY AS DESCRIBED THEREIN AND OTHER MONIES AS PROVIDED HEREIN; PROVIDING FOR THE RIGHTS, SECURITIES, AND REMEDIES FOR THE OWNERS OF SUCH BONDS; PROVIDING FOR THE CREATION OF SPECIAL FUNDS AND ACCOUNTS; MAKING CERTAIN COVENANTS AND AGREEMENTS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Approval of Resolution No. R2015-28 authorizing the issuance of bonds, not exceeding $6,770,000, for the Saddle Trail Park (South) Improvement Project and providing the framework for the bond issuance. B. 15-226 COUNCIL APPROVAL OF A CODE COMPLIANCE FINE REDUCTION FOR 970 CITRUS PLACE TO BE FORWARDED TO THE SPECIAL MAGISTRATE Council approval of a code compliance fine reduction for 970 Citrus Place to be forwarded to the Special Magistrate for consideration. C. 15-254 COUNCIL APPROVAL OF A CODE COMPLIANCE FINE REDUCTION FOR 1333 SAILBOAT CIRCLE TO BE FORWARDED TO THE SPECIAL MAGISTRATE Council approval of a fine reduction for 1333 Sailboat Circle to be forwarded to the Special Magistrate for consideration. D. 15-109 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO PROVIDE COLLECTION OF SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL Authorization to award a contract (“Franchise Agreement”) to Waste Management Inc. of Florida (“Waste Management”) for the collection of certain types of solid waste and recyclable materials in the Village. E. 15-223 OUTSIDE LEGAL FEES AND COSTS 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 an additional $100,000 for the 2014/2015 fiscal year. Village of Wellington Page 5 Printed on 4/9/2015 Village Council Meeting Agenda - Final-revised April 14, 2015 F. 15-264 REQUEST FOR PAYMENT OF LEGAL EXPENSES INCURRED BY MAYOR BOB MARGOLIS RELATING TO ETHICS COMPLAINTS Provide direction regarding payment to Messer Caparello, P.A. in the amount of $7,142.13 relating to defense of State of Florida Ethics Complaint 13-003. 10. PUBLIC FORUM 11. ATTORNEY'S REPORT 12. MANAGER'S REPORTS 13. COUNCIL REPORTS 14. ADJOURNMENT NOTICE If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Village Council with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, you will need a record of the proceedings, and you 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. (The above notice is required by State Law. Anyone desiring a verbatim transcript shall have the responsibility, at his own cost, to arrange for the transcript). Pursuant to the provision of the Americans With Disabilities Act: any person requiring special accommodations to participate in these meetings, because of a disability or physical impairment, should contact the Village Manager’s Office (561) 791-4000 at least five calendar days prior to the Hearing. Village of Wellington Page 6 Printed on 4/9/2015

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