Village Council

Village of Wellington 12300 Forest Hill Blvd Wellington, FL 33414 Action Summary - Final Tuesday, January 8, 2019 7:00 PM Village Hall - Council Chambers Village Council Anne Gerwig, Mayor Michael Drahos, Vice Mayor John T. McGovern, Councilman Michael J. Napoleone, Councilman Tanya Siskind, Councilwoman Village Council Action Summary - Final January 8, 2019 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Gerwig called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Council Members present: Anne Gerwig, Mayor; Michael Drahos, Vice Mayor; John McGovern, Councilman; Michael Napoleone, Councilman; and Tanya Siskind, Councilwoman. Advisors to the Council: Paul Schofield, Manager; Laurie Cohen, Attorney; Jim Barnes, Assistant Manager; Tanya Quickel, Director of Administrative and Financial Services; and Chevelle D. Nubin, Village Clerk. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Gerwig led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. INVOCATION Deacon Pete Del Valle, St. Therese de Lisieux Catholic Church, delivered the invocation. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Mr. Schofield indicated staff recommended approval of the Agenda as amended: 1) Add to Presentations and Proclamations a Presentation by Wellington Community Foundation, Inc. Special Population Program Scholarship as Item 5A. 2) Move Item 6J, 1) Authorization to Award a Contract for Binks Pointe Pathway Project; and 2) Approval of Resolution No. R2019-01 Amending the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Road Impact Fund Budget and the Governmental Capital Fund Budget to Assign Funds for the Binks Pointe Pathway Project; and Providing an Effective Date, to the Regular Agenda as Item 8B. 3) Add to Presentations and Proclamations a Presentation by PBSO Deputy Scott Poritz regarding the "Day for Autism Building Bridges with Law Enforcement" Picnic as Item 5B. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Drahos, seconded by Councilwoman Siskind, and unanimously passed (5-0), to approve the Agenda as amended. Village of Wellington Page 1 Village Council Action Summary - Final January 8, 2019 5. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS A. PRESENTATION BY WELLINGTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, INC. SPECIAL POPULATION PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (ADDED TO THE AGENDA) Mr. Schofield introduced the item. Former Mayor Tom Wenham, Wellington Community Foundation, Inc., presented a $12,000 check as funding for the Special Population Program Scholarship. Representatives from Wellington Community High School and Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center gave comments and thanked Wellington Community Foundation, Inc. and the Village of Wellington. Council gave brief comments. B. PRESENTATION BY PBSO DEPUTY SCOTT PORITZ REGARDING THE DAY FOR AUTISM BUILDING BRIDGES WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT PICNIC (ADDED TO THE AGENDA) Mr. Schofield introduced the item. PBSO Deputy Poritz conducted a presentation and invited Council to a Day for Autism Building Bridges with Law Enforcement Picnic to be held on February 10, 2019 from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. at the Wellington Community Center Green Lot. Deputy Poritz stated it is a partnership between Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, Village of Wellington and Florida Atlantic University Center for Autism. Council gave brief comments. 6. CONSENT AGENDA Mr. Schofield indicated staff recommended approval of the Consent Agenda as amended. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Drahos, seconded by Councilman McGovern, and unanimously passed (5-0), to approve the Consent Agenda as amended. A. 18-2595 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR WELLINGTON COUNCIL MEETINGS OF NOVEMBER 13, 2018 AND DECEMBER 11, 2018. The item approved on Consent. Village of Wellington Page 2 Village Council Action Summary - Final January 8, 2019 B. 18-2582 AUTHORIZATION TO UTILIZE A STATE OF FLORIDA CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF A NIMBLE STORAGE ADAPTIVE FLASH BASE ARRAY The item approved on Consent. C. 18-2583 AUTHORIZATION TO UTILIZE A SOURCEWELL CONTRACT (FORMERLY NATIONAL JOINT POWERS ALLIANCE - NJPA), AS A BASIS FOR PRICING, FOR THE PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF THE EXAGRID STORAGE SERVERS; AND 2) DISPOSITION OF EXISTING SURPLUS EQUIPMENT The item approved on Consent. D. 18-2303 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A TASK ORDER, TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING CONSULTING SERVICES, FOR THE WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY LIGHTING AND LIGHTNING PROTECTION UPGRADE DESIGN The item approved on Consent. E. 18-2304 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A TASK ORDER, TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING CONSULTING SERVICES, FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLERS (PLC) AT THE WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY REQUEST: Authorization to approve a task order to Hillers Electrical Engineering, Inc. to provide engineering consulting services to design the replacement of the Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), at the Water Reclamation Facility, in the amount of $128,346.00. The item approved on Consent. F. 18-2098 AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW AN EXISTING CONTRACT WITH PROCESS CONTROL CONSULTANTS, INC. TO PROVIDE UTILITY PROCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE & MODIFICATION The item approved on Consent. G. 18-2542 AUTHORIZATION TO UTILIZE A CITY OF POMPANO BEACH CONTRACT, AS A BASIS FOR PRICING, FOR REPAIRS AND CALIBRATION OF FLOW METERS AND RELATED SERVICES The item approved on Consent. H. 18-2603 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND AN EXISTING CONTRACT TO ADD LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICE AREAS The item approved on Consent. Village of Wellington Page 3 Village Council Action Summary - Final January 8, 2019 I. 18-2603 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND AN EXISTING CONTRACT TO ADD LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICE AREAS The item approved on Consent. J. THIS ITEM (ITEM 6J) MOVED TO THE REGULAR AGENDA AS ITEM 8B. K. 18-2610 RESOLUTION NO. R2019-02 (ROCREATION CORP EASEMENT AGREEMENT) A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA'S COUNCIL APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE EASEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN WELLINGTON AND ROCREATION CORP TO PROVIDE A UTILITY EASEMENT AND A PUBLIC EQUESTRIAN BRIDLE TRAIL EASEMENT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The item approved on Consent. L. 18-2611 RESOLUTION NO. R2019-03 (LASSERGUT FARMS USA, INC. EASEMENT AGREEMENT) A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA'S COUNCIL APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE EASEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN WELLINGTON AND LASSERGUT FARMS USA, INC. TO PROVIDE A UTILITY EASEMENT AND A PUBLIC EQUESTRIAN BRIDLE TRAIL EASEMENT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The item approved on Consent. 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. 18-2585 ORDINANCE NO. 2019-01 (NUISANCE) AN ORDINANCE OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL AMENDING CHAPTER 30, ARTICLE II (NUISANCES), SECTION 30-53 (NUISANCE DECLARED) AND SUBSECTION 30-54 (NUISANCE TO BE ABATED) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA; TO MODIFY AND CLARIFY THE SPECIFIC REGULATIONS FOR THE CONTROL OF EXCESSIVE GROWTH OF GRASS, WEEDS AND LOW-GROWING VEGETATION ON UNDEVELOPED, PARTIALLY DEVELOPED PROPERTIES AND ON INACTIVE OR ABANDONED GOLF COURSE PROPERTIES; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND Village of Wellington Page 4 Village Council Action Summary - Final January 8, 2019 PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Schofield introduced the item. Ms. Nubin read the ordinance by title. Mr. Basehart and Mr. Koch presented this item. Public Hearing A motion was made by Councilman Napoleone, seconded by Councilman McGovern, and unanimously passed (5-0), to open the Public Hearing. Public Comment: 1) Alexander Domb spoke regarding his opposition to the ordinance and its impact. 2) Calvin Neidrauer spoke regarding the modifications and clarification of the ordinance and suggested that language be included regarding waterway maintenance and enforcement. 3) Glenn Jergenson stated he lives in Polo West and appreciates Council taking action. He feels the ordinance should be tougher and spoke regarding the grass and waterway maintenance. 4) William McCue stated he lives on the north course and likes the grass taller. He suggested that the Council receive input from others regarding what they want. 5) Glenn Straub spoke regarding his opposition to the ordinance. He suggested that Council research golf courses and ask people what they feel affects them before passing the ordinance. There being no further public comments, a motion was made by Councilman Napoleone, seconded by Councilwoman Siskind, and unanimously passed (5-0), to close the Public Hearing. A motion was made by Councilman Napoleone, seconded by Vice Mayor Drahos, and unanimously passed (5-0), to approve Ordinance No. 2019-01 (Nuisance) as amended. 8. REGULAR AGENDA A. 18-2594 REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF LEGAL FEES INCURRED BY MAYOR ANNE GERWIG RELATING TO SUCCESSFUL DEFENSE OF ETHICS COMPLAINTS Village of Wellington Page 5 Village Council Action Summary - Final January 8, 2019 Mr. Schofield introduced the item. Mayor Gerwig recused herself from the item and left the dais. Ms. Cohen presented this item. A motion was made by Councilman Napoleone, seconded by Councilwoman Siskind, and unanimously passed (4-0) for Reimbursement of Legal Fees incurred by Mayor Anne Gerwig relating to Successful Defense of Ethics Complaints. B. 17-1595 1) AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT FOR THE BINKS POINTE PATHWAY PROJECT; AND 2) APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. R2019-01 AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2018-2019 ROAD IMPACT FUND BUDGET AND THE GOVERNMENTAL CAPITAL FUND BUDGET TO ASSIGN FUNDS FOR THE BINKS POINTE PATHWAY PROJECT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Schofield introduced the item. This item was formerly Item 6J. Mayor Gerwig recused herself from the item and left the dais. Mr. Barnes and Mr. Lundeen presented this item. A motion was made by Councilman Napoleone, seconded by Councilwoman Siskind, and unanimously passed (4-0) for 1) Authorization to Award a Contract for Binks Pointe Pathway Project; and 2) Approval of Resolution No. R2019-01 Amending the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Road Impact Fund Budget and the Governmental Capital Fund Budget to Assign Funds for the Binks Pointe Pathway Project; and Providing an Effective Date. 9. PUBLIC FORUM There were no comment cards received for Public Forum. 10. ATTORNEY'S REPORT MS. COHEN: Ms. Cohen presented the following report: Ms. Cohen stated she had no report. 11. MANAGER'S REPORT MR. SCHOFIELD: Mr. Schofield presented the following report: The next Regular Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 22, Village of Wellington Page 6 Village Council Action Summary - Final January 8, 2019 2019. The Annual Landowners Meeting for the Acme Improvement District will immediately follow the conclusion of the Council Meeting. Since the Village Offices will be closed on Monday, January 21, 2019 in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday, the next Agenda Review Meeting is scheduled to be held on Thursday, January 17, 2019. Due to a conflict with the Palm Beach County Legislative Delegation, the Agenda Review meeting will be held at 8:30 A.M. rather than the usual 4:00 P.M. The next Town Center Public Input Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 30, 2019 starting at 6:30 P.M. at Village Park, 11700 Pierson Road. The next Lakeside Family Night will be held on Thursday, January 17, 2019 starting at 4:30 P.M. A Free Public Art Display “The Art of Florida’s Highwaymen” will be on Exhibit at the Wellington Community Center from January 18, 2019 through January 20, 2019. 12. COUNCIL REPORTS COUNCILWOMAN SISKIND: Councilwoman Siskind presented the following report: Councilwoman Siskind asked about the Walk and Talk Schedule. Mr. Schofield stated staff will provide the Walk and Talk Schedule to the Council. Councilwoman Siskind congratulated Wellington Historical Society on a great New Year's Eve Party. She wished everyone Happy New Year. Councilwoman Siskind congratulated Mayor Gerwig on becoming a grandmother. COUNCILMAN NAPOLEONE: Councilman Napoleone presented the following report: Councilman Napoleone stated there has been alot of good feedback on Village of Wellington Page 7 Village Council Action Summary - Final January 8, 2019 the Wellington Historical Society New Year's Eve Party. Ms. Cohen commented regarding the event. Councilman Napoleone wished everyone Happy New Year. COUNCILMAN MCGOVERN: Councilman McGovern presented the following report: Councilman McGovern commended Mayor Gerwig on the birth of her granddaughter and Councilwoman Siskind on her anniversary. Councilman McGovern reminded everyone that the equestrian and the winter season has started and traffic has increased. He reminded everyone that safety should be key throughout the community. He wished everyone Happy New Year. Councilman McGovern reminded everyone that the Lakeside Family Fun day with a country western theme is coming up on January 17, 2019 at 4:30 P.M. Councilman McGovern stated over the holidays we lost a member of the PBSO family, K9 Cigo. He stated the memorial service will be held on Thursday, January 10, 2019, at the South Florida Fairgrounds, Coral Sky Amphitheater at 10:00 A.M. The public is invited. VICE MAYOR DRAHOS: Vice Mayor Drahos presented the following report: Vice Mayor Drahos wished everyone Happy New Year. MAYOR GERWIG: Mayor Gerwig presented the following report: Mayor Gerwig inquired if all of the evaluations for the Village Manager and Village Attorney have been submitted. Mayor Gerwig commented regarding the obituary for Corinne Ingerman and stated she was one of the founding members of the Wellington Art Society and a resident of Wellington for a long time. She asked if Wellington will begin to charge for the Lakeside events. Village of Wellington Page 8 Village Council Action Summary - Final January 8, 2019 Mr. Barnes provided an update regarding the events. Mayor Gerwig thanked the Council for approving her reimbursement. She gave further comments. In addition, she wished everyone Happy New Year and stated she loves being a grandmother. 13. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before Council, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 8:40 p.m. Village of Wellington Page 9