Village Council
Regular MeetingWellington, FL · April 9, 2024
Minutes
Village of Wellington
12300 Forest Hill Blvd
Wellington, FL 33414
Action Summary - Final
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
7:00 PM
Village Hall - Council Chambers
Village Council
Michael J. Napoleone, Mayor
John T. McGovern, Vice Mayor
Tanya Siskind, Councilwoman
Maria Antuña, Councilwoman
Amanda Silvestri, Councilwoman
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1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Napoleone called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Council Members present: Michael J. Napoleone, Mayor; John T.
McGovern, Councilman, Tanya Siskind, Councilwoman; Maria Antuña,
Councilwoman; and Amanda Silvestri, Councilwoman.
Advisors to the Council: Jim Barnes, Manager; Laurie Cohen, Attorney;
Tanya Quickel, Deputy Village Manager; Ed De La Vega, Assistant
Village Manager; and Chevelle D. Hall, Village Clerk.
Mayor Napoleone called for a Moment of Silence for Terri Bartuska, the
wife of Pastor Peter Bartuska, who passed away recently.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Cub Scout Pack 125 led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. INVOCATION
Father Steven Thomas, retired Rector of St. David's in the Pines
Episcopal Church, delivered the invocation. He congratulated the new
Council Members.
Mayor Napoleone gave brief comments thanking his family and everyone
for their support for the last eight years and for the opportunity to serve as
Mayor. He also recognized and thanked former Mayor Anne Gerwig and
Councilman Michael Drahos for their service on Council. He also
congratulated Amanda Silvestri, Councilwoman and Maria Antuña,
Councilwoman on their election to the Village Council.
Ms. Silvestri thanked everyone for the opportunity to serve Wellington,
recognized her family and stated she appreciates everyone who
supported her.
Ms. Antuña stated she is honored to serve Wellington, recognized her
family and thanked everyone who was involved in supporting her during
the election.
Councilwoman Siskind congratulated Mayor Napoleone, Councilwoman
Silvestri and Councilwoman Antuña on their election to the Village
Council. She stated she is looking forward to working with them to move
Wellington forward.
Councilman McGovern congratulated Mayor Napoleone, Councilwoman
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Silvestri and Councilwoman Antuña on their election to the Village
Council. He stated she is looking forward to working with them on moving
Wellington forward.
4. 24-6414 APPOINTMENT OF VICE MAYOR
Mr. Barnes introduced the item. He indicated that Council, per Charter,
needed to appoint a Vice Mayor for the Village of Wellington.
Ms. Cohen asked if there were any nominations for Vice Mayor.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Siskind, seconded by
Councilwoman Silvestri, and unanimously passed (5-0), to
approve the appointment of Councilman McGovern as Vice
Mayor of the Village of Wellington.
Council congratulated Vice Mayor McGovern.
5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mr. Barnes indicated staff recommended approval of the Agenda as
presented.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor McGovern, seconded by
Councilwoman Siskind, and unanimously passed (5-0), to
approve the Agenda as presented.
6. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
A. 24-6460 LEGISLATIVE UPDATE BY SENATOR BERMAN AND
REPRESENTATIVE KATHERINE WALDRON
Mr. Barnes introduced the item.
Senator Lori Berman, District 26, congratulated the new Council
Members. She spoke regarding the budget and said that the State of
Florida has a $117 billion dollar budget with health care being the
number one item in the budget. Education falls shortly behind health care .
Senator Berman provided the Village Council with a brief summarization
of the actions taken during the legislative session.
Representative Katherine Waldron, District 29, thanked Council and
congratulated the new Council Members. She provided the Village
Council with a brief summarization of appropriations, passed and
Co-Sponsored Bills.
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The Village Council gave brief comments and thanked Senator Berman
and Representative Waldron for their update and attendance.
B. 24-6292 UPDATE FROM DOROTHY JACKS, PALM BEACH COUNTY
PROPERTY APPRAISER
Ms. Dorothy Jacks, Palm Beach County Property Appraiser, introduced
Dino Maniotis, Tax Roll Coordinator. She provided the Village Council
with a brief summary of the Village history and market and taxable value
from 2022-2023; and shared thoughts regarding 2024. She said the
Village will receive preliminary numbers at the end of May 2024 and
certified numbers at the end of June for use and setting the millage rate.
Vice Mayor McGovern thanked Ms. Jacks for her attendance. He asked
when does the Village normally get the next year's estimates on taxes.
Ms. Jacks said at the end of May.
Vice Mayor McGovern asked if this year's taxes would be dramatically
less.
Ms. Jacks said that most of the communities will go between 4% to 6%.
Councilwoman Antuña asked how many homes were added to the tax
roll.
Ms. Jacks said that regarding new construction/single family, it is less
than two thousand countywide. She stated it is hard to say there is an
average.
C. 24-6456 PRESENTATION TO HONOR THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF PALM
BEACH COUNTY STUDENTS AND STAFF FOR THEIR RECENT
ACHIEVEMENTS
Mr. Barnes introduced the item.
Mr. Ian Williams provided a brief overview of the achievements of the
Palm Beach County students and School District staff.
Ms. Lindsay Ingersoll, Principal at Wellington Landings Middle School,
welcomed and congratulated the new Council Members. She presented
her students and spoke regarding the Carson Scholars. Student Kassis
thanked Boy Scout Troop 125, the Palm Beach County School District,
Ms. Ingersoll, and teachers. Student Grave de Peralta did not wish to
make comments.
Principal Cara Hayden, Wellington High School, congratulated the new
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Council Members. She presented her students and spoke regarding the
Carson Scholars. Student Kassis thanked the principals, teachers, Scout
Masters and Assistant Scout Masters and his parents. Student Robert
thanked his parents, sister, teachers and principal. He congratulated the
new Council Members.
Principal Maria Vaughan, Wellington Elementary, congratulated the new
Council Members. She presented Ms. Doris Cabrera-Jerez and spoke
regarding her skill and dedication. Ms. Cabrera-Jerez thanked the
Village of Wellington Council, teachers, staff, parents, her husband and
her kids.
Principal Gail Pasterczyk, Elbridge Gale Elementary, welcomed the new
Council Members and thanked everyone for recognizing her this evening .
She said that she is honored to be recognized for doing a job that she
loves. She thanked her staff, teachers and non-instructional staff. She
presented her student. Student Sparks thanked God, Ms. Pasterczyk,
staff and teachers for this opportunity.
Marcia Andrews, Palm Beach County School Board Member/District 6,
thanked the Council and brought greetings from Superintendent Michael
Burke. She said it is the night of the Village of Wellington for excellence,
in education and community involvement. She congratulated everyone.
D. 24-6400 PALM BEACH COUNTY FIRE RESCUE ANNUAL REPORT
PRESENTATION
Mr. Barnes introduced the item.
District Chief Amanda Vomero of Palm Beach County Fire Rescue
congratulated the new Council Members. She presented the Village of
Wellington Annual Report October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2023.
Council gave comments and asked questions in regards to the report.
Council thanked Palm Beach County Fire Rescue for all that they do in
the community. District Chief Amanda Vomero responded to Council's
comments.
Council thanked Palm Beach County Fire Rescue for all that they do in
the community.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
Mr. Barnes stated there were no comment cards on the Consent
Agenda.
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Mr. Barnes indicated staff recommended approval of the Consent
Agenda as presented.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Siskind, seconded by
Vice Mayor McGovern, and unanimously passed (5-0), to
approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
A. 24-6444 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR WELLINGTON COUNCIL MEETING OF
MARCH 12, 2024
This item approved on Consent.
B. 24-6370 AUTHORIZATION TO 1) AWARD A CONTRACT FOR THE BIG BLUE
LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION PROJECT; AND 2) UTILIZE A PALM
BEACH COUNTY CONTRACT FOR THE BIG BLUE TRACE
LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION PROJECT
This item approved on Consent.
C. 24-6426 RESOLUTION NO. AC2024-03 FOR FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (FDEP) RESILIENT FLORIDA
PROGRAM GRANT FOR THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON
COMPREHENSIVE VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT.
A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL
AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FOR THE PURPOSE OF
RECEIVING A GRANT UNDER PROVISIONS OF THE RESILIENT
FLORIDA PROGRAM FOR THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON
COMPREHENSIVE VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
ITEM: RESOLUTION NO. AC2024-04 BUDGET AMENDMENT FOR
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(FDEP) RESILIENT FLORIDA PROGRAM GRANT FOR THE VILLAGE
OF WEL L I N G T O N COMPREHENSIVE VULNERABILITY
ASSESSMENT.
A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL AMENDING
THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ACME FUND BUDGET FOR FLORIDA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (FDEP)
RESILIENT FLORIDA PROGRAM GRANT FOR THE VILLAGE OF
WELLINGTON COMPREHENSIVE VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT;
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
This item approved on Consent.
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D. 24-6416 AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW AN EXISTING CONTRACT WITH
ODUMS SOD, INC. FOR THE SUPPLY, DELIVERY AND
INSTALLATION OF SOD
This item approved on Consent.
E. 24-6462 AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE GOODS AND SERVICES FOR THE
RELOCATION OF THE PUBLIC WORKS STORAGE YARD FROM
VILLAGE PARK TO GREENBRIAR PARK
This item approved on Consent.
F. 24-6430 AUTHORIZATION TO UTILIZE A PALM BEACH COUNTY CONTRACT
WITH SULLIVAN ELECTRIC & PUMP, INC., FOR REPAIRS TO
VARIOUS PUMPS AND MOTORS
This item approved on Consent.
G. 24-6454 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO CREATIVE
CONTRACTING GROUP TO REMOVE AND REPLACE ROOFS AT
LAKE WELLINGTON PROFESSIONAL CENTER
This item approved on Consent.
H. 24-6450 RESOLUTION NO. R2024-16 (INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH
PALM BEACH COUNTY TO LEASE FUEL CONTROL EQUIPMENT)
A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE CLERK
TO EXECUTE A FUEL CONTROL EQUIPMENT AGREEMENT WITH
PALM BEACH COUNTY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
This item approved on Consent.
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. 24-6461 RESOLUTION NO. R2024-04 (IORIZZO MASTER PLAN)
A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL, FOR A
MASTER PLAN AMENDMENT (PETITION 2023-0004-MPA) FOR
CERTAIN PROPERTY, KNOWN AS IORIZZO, TOTALING 5.45 ACRES,
MORE OR LESS, LOCATED APPROXIMATELY ONE MILE NORTH OF
FOREST HILL BOULEVARD ON THE WEST SIDE OF STATE ROAD
7/U.S. 441, AS MORE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED HEREIN, TO
MODIFY CERTAIN CONDITIONS OF THE IORIZZO MASTER PLAN;
APPROVING A 8,800 SQUARE FOOT MEDICAL OFFICE USE WITHIN
A MULTIPLE USE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (MUPD) ZONING
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DISTRICT; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mr. Barnes introduced the item.
Mr. Barnes read the Resolution by title.
Ms. Cohen stated the Master Plan Amendment is Quasi-Judicial and
swore in the individuals who wish to speak on this item.
The Village Council disclosed their Ex-Parte Communications.
Mr. Stillings presented the item and responded to Council's questions.
Mr. Alec Dickerson, representing the applicant, spoke about the request
and responded to Council's questions.
Mr. Stillings and Mr. Barnes responded to the Village Council questions.
Public Hearing
A motion was made by Vice Mayor McGovern, seconded by
Councilwoman Siskind, and unanimously passed (5-0) to open
the public hearing.
There being no public comments, a motion was made by Vice
Mayor McGovern, seconded by Councilwoman Siskind, and
unanimously passed (5-0) to close the public hearing.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Siskind, seconded by
Councilwoman Antuña, and unanimously passed (5-0) to
approve Resolution No. R2024-04 (Iorizzo Master Plan).
9. REGULAR AGENDA
A. 24-6372 AUTHORIZATION TO 1) AWARD A CONTRACT FOR THE SECTION
24 IMPOUNDMENT EXPANSION; 2) AWARD A TASK ORDER FOR
CONSTRUCTION PHASE SERVICES; AND 3) APPROVE
RESOLUTION NO. R2024-17 AMENDING THE GENERAL FUND AND
GOVERNMENTAL CAPITAL FUND BUDGETS
Mr. Barnes introduced the item.
Mr. Reinsvold introduced the engineering consultant, Mr. Garry G .
Gruber, P.E., Senior Vice President/Mock Roos & Associates, Inc., and
discussed the bids that were received for the project and staff ’s
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recommendation.
Ms. Quickel welcomed the new Council Members. She provided an
overview of the project and the grant funding.
Mayor Napoleone commented on the project.
Ms. Quickel also noted the $747,500 with a hundred percent match
Inflation Reduction Grant presented by Congresswoman Lois Frankel for
tree planting.
Mayor Napoleone asked what the construction is going to be for the forty
acres.
Mr. Reinsvold said it will be similar to the rest of Section 24. He said the
timeline will be 365 days from the time the first shovel is placed in the
ground; with an additional 45-days to complete the project after the
365-days substantial. He commented that staff is looking to start on June
3, 2024.
Mayor Napoleone asked if the project includes trails.
Mr. Reinsvold said that this project includes 7,000 linear feet of new
asphalt trails.
Mayor Napoleone asked if any unpaved trails are being done.
Mr. Reinsvold said there will not be any unpaved trails.
Mayor Napoleone asked if there is a reason why there would not be any
unpaved trails.
Mr. Reinsvold said the unpaved trails are more of a maintenance issue
over time.
Councilwoman Siskind asked about the site potentially being a welcome
center and a botanical gardens base.
Ms. Quickel said a portion of the bottom southeastern corner was saved
for a future education site. She noted the $500,000 cultural facilities
grant. She said staff will be seeking other funding as the project moves
forward.
Vice Mayor McGovern commented on the $2.1 million from grant funding;
he asked if the rest is the Village's required match to get to the total of
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$4.2 million.
Ms. Quickel responded in the affirmative.
Vice Mayor McGovern commended staff on obtaining grant funding for
this project to happen. He asked if the Village is comfortable with H & J
Contracting’s bid and price.
Mr. Reinsvold responded to Vice Mayor McGovern's comments and
questions.
Vice Mayor McGovern asked what is the time frame.
Mr. Gruber indicated the start date is June 3, 2024 with the majority of the
improvements taking approximately a year. Therefore, next summer will
be the completion date for the project.
Ms. Quickel said the Village is planning a groundbreaking for May 2024.
Invitations will be sent out shortly.
Mayor Napoleone and Vice Mayor McGovern commented on the benefits
of the project.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Siskind, seconded by
Vice Mayor McGovern, and unanimously passed (5-0), for
Authorization to Award a Contract for the Section 24
Impoundment Expansion to H & J Contracting, Inc in the amount
of $3,911,315.00.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Siskind, seconded by
Vice Mayor McGovern, and unanimously passed (5-0), to Award
a Construction Administration Services Task Order to Mock
Roos and Associates in the amount of $321,100.00.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Siskind, seconded by
Vice Mayor McGovern, and unanimously passed (5-0), to
Approve Resolution No. R2024-17 Amending the General Fund
and Governmental Capital Fund Budgets for Fiscal Year
2023-2024 by Allocating Monies from Unassigned General Fund
Balance for the Wellington Environmental Preserve Expansion
Project.
B. 24-6309 AMENDMENT TO THE COMPREHENSIVE AGREEMENT FOR THE
DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, AND OPERATION OF A
RECREATIONAL FACILITY, BETWEEN WELLINGTON ATHLETICS,
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LLC. AND ACME IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, A DEPENDENT
DISTRICT OF THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON
Mr. Barnes introduced the item.
Mr. De La Vega presented the item.
S. Kaitlin Guerin, ESQ., Shareholder, Gunster Law Firm (representing
Wellington Athletics, LLC.) was present.
Mr. Barnes provided clarification on the donation letter of commitment
from Mallet Hill, Southfields and Wellington Lifestyle Partners.
There was discussion between Mr. Barnes and the Village Council
regarding the donation contingency for the Wellington Athletics Facility
relocation.
Ms. Cohen stated that the Village Council can make the contingency
upon those additional agreements coming in within the five or ten day
period; this way it is approved and if the condition does not occur.
There were comments and discussion regarding the contingency and the
amount.
Mr. Barnes and Ms. Guerin responded to the Village Council's questions.
Vice Mayor McGovern asked what happens at the deadline.
Councilwoman Siskind commented on the contingency.
Mr. Barnes responded to questions and comments from Council.
Village Council provided comments regarding demolition.
Mr. De La Vega stated that heavy equipment is on the site to start
demolition shortly.
Vice Mayor McGovern commented regarding the relocation and open
green space. He said the deadline should be Friday at 5:00 pm.
Mr. Barnes said the Village may need to put in a provision not previously
considered; to allow a party whether the Village or Wellington Athletics to
go after them for the donations should the donations not materialize.
Vice Mayor McGovern asked does the Village have the authority.
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Ms. Guerin responded to Vice Mayor McGovern.
Ms. Cohen said the donation is to the Village; the Village would have to
enforce the donation.
The Village Council provided comments on the enforcement.
Ms. Cohen and Mr. Barnes responded to Village Council comments.
There was further discussion regarding the demolition and the
agreement.
Ms. Guerin said the vision was the written commitment and the funds
before the amendment was effective. She said they need the written
agreement Friday by 5:00 pm and funding within thirty days.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor McGovern, seconded by
Councilwoman Siskind and unanimously passed (5-0) to
Approve the Amendment to the Comprehensive Agreement,
subject to receipt of the executed additional donation
agreements from individual property owners totaling $250,000 by
the close of business Friday, April 12, 2024, by 5:00 pm; and
funding within 30 days thereafter (close of business on Monday,
May 13, 2024), failing which the Amendment to the
Comprehensive Agreement will be void and ab initio.
C. 24-6346 PALM BEACH COUNTY LEAGUE OF CITIES VOTING DELEGATE
AND ALTERNATE
Mr. Barnes introduced the item.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor McGovern, seconded by
Councilwoman Siskind, and unanimously passed (5-0) to
reappoint Mayor Napoleone as the Voting Delegate and
Councilwoman Antuña as the Alternate Voting Delegate for the
Palm Beach County League of Cities.
10. PUBLIC FORUM
Mr. Barnes indicated that there was one comment card received for
Public Forum.
Public Comment:
1. Mark Hilton - was not present to speak.
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11. ATTORNEY'S REPORT
MS. COHEN: Ms. Cohen presented the following report:
Ms. Cohen provided an update on the Pine Tree Assessment case. She
said the case had been rolled to the six week docket beginning April 29,
2024 and ending June 7, 2024.
Mayor Napoleone asked if the Village is incurring any expenses.
Ms. Cohen said the Village had to pay under protest an additional
assessment for the year; the affidavit has been amended to the summary
judgment to include the additional amounts.
Mayor Napoleone encouraged the Village Attorney to keep working on
the case.
Vice Mayor McGovern asked who is the Judge.
Ms. Cohen said Judge Reid Scott.
12. MANAGER'S REPORT
MR. BARNES: Mr. Barnes presented the following report:
Next Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
Mr. Barnes thanked and recognized Kim Gibbons, Debbie Liquori,
Antonella Senorele, Fernando Guerra, My Dang and Michelle Garvey for
their efforts in putting together the Village of Wellington corporate tent for
the Gay Polo League this past weekend. The Village won “Best
Corporate Tent”.
The Village Council commented on the event and the competition.
13. COUNCIL REPORTS
COUNCILWOMAN ANTUÑA: Councilwoman Antuña presented the
following report:
Councilwoman Antuña thanked everyone for all of their support.
VICE MAYOR MCGOVERN: Vice Mayor McGovern presented the
following report:
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Vice Mayor McGovern commented on the discussion and social media
post regarding Pod F. He asked Mr. Barnes what is the most current
understanding of the state of permitting.
Mr. Barnes provided an update on Pod F. He noted the issue between
the State and the Federal Government that changed the delegation of
authority that originally delegated, the Federal oversight and permitting
and inspection for certain aspects of Wetland and Habitat permitting. He
mentioned that staff and Wellington Lifestyle Partners have provided
information as it relates to how they ceased operations in the interim in
order to obtain the necessary clearances or additional permits as may
be required. He noted the permit provided to the Council and said that it
would be provided to the new Council Members. He mentioned that the
nationwide permit was obtained and submitted today.
Vice Mayor McGovern asked if this is the letter from the Army Corps of
Engineers dated April 9th that was forwarded to the Council.
Mr. Barnes said this is correct; it is referred to as the Army Corps of
Engineers Nationwide Permit for work within those habitats and related
habitat areas. He noted that per the Florida State statute the Village of
Wellington cannot withhold permits on the basis of waiting for another
agency to issue permits.
Ms. Cohen said we cannot withhold development approvals as well.
Vice Mayor McGovern commented that they are compliant with the
Village of Wellington based on what has been provided; the nationwide
permit issued by the Army Corps of Engineers as of today.
Mr. Barnes said that is correct; it is his belief that they will resume work
shortly thereafter.
Mayor Napoleone asked would it be retroactive to when they started
doing the work.
Mr. Barnes said he not familiar with the conditions as to retroactivity.
Vice Mayor McGovern asked about the Visioning Session on April 18,
2024 and April 19, 2024.
Mr. Barnes spoke on the upcoming Visioning.
Vice Mayor McGovern inquired about the organizational meeting for the
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purpose of appointing Boards and Committee Members at the May 14,
2024 Meeting.
Mr. Barnes spoke regarding the committees.
Ms. Cohen said that Ms. Hall is in the process of accepting applications
for the committees; the applications would be provided to Council prior to
the meeting.
Mayor Napoleone inquired about the Board and Committee binders.
Ms. Cohen responded to Mayor Napoleone's inquiry.
Vice Mayor McGovern asked if there is online application available.
Mr. Barnes said yes.
At this point, Vice Mayor McGovern encouraged all Wellington residents
to take a look at the website and apply if they are interested in serving on
the Boards and Committees. He thanked his colleagues for electing him
as Vice Mayor, Wellington Magazine and welcomed and congratulated
incoming Council.
COUNCILWOMAN SISKIND: Councilwoman Siskind presented the
following report:
Councilwoman Siskind welcomed the new Council Members. She said
we have a lot of women in top roles at the Village, PBSO and Fire
Rescue. She congratulated everyone.
COUNCILWOMAN SILVESTRI: Councilwoman Silvestri presented the
following report:
Councilwoman Silvestri thanked everyone. She said she is excited and
looks forward to doing good work for Wellington.
MAYOR NAPOLEONE: Mayor Napoleone presented the following
report:
Mayor Napoleone congratulated everyone.
Mayor Napoleone noted Earth Day and Arbor Day is April 20, 2024 at
the Amphitheater and spoke about the Garden Club Tree sale.
Mr. Barnes reminded the Council about the Employee Luncheon on
Thursday, April 11, 2024.
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14. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Village Council, the
meeting was adjourned at approximately 9:33 P.M.
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Agenda
Village of Wellington
12300 Forest Hill Blvd
Wellington, FL 33414
Meeting Agenda - Final
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
7:00 PM
Village Hall - Council Chambers
Village Council
Michael J. Napoleone, Mayor
John T. McGovern, Councilman
Tanya Siskind, Councilwoman
Amanda Silvestri, Councilwoman
Maria Antuña, Councilwoman
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Village Council Meeting Agenda - Final April 9, 2024
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. INVOCATION
Deacon Al Payne, St. Therese de Lisieux Catholic Church
4. 24-6414 APPOINTMENT OF VICE MAYOR
Appointment of Vice Mayor of the Village of Wellington.
5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
6. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
A. 24-6460 LEGISLATIVE UPDATE BY SENATOR BERMAN AND
REPRESENTATIVE KATHERINE WALDRON
Legislative Session Update by Senator Lori Berman, District 26, and Representative Katherine Waldron,
District 93.
B. 24-6292 UPDATE FROM DOROTHY JACKS, PALM BEACH COUNTY
PROPERTY APPRAISER
Palm Beach County Property Appraiser Dorothy Jacks will provide an update.
C. 24-6456 PRESENTATION TO HONOR THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF PALM BEACH
COUNTY STUDENTS AND STAFF FOR THEIR RECENT
ACHIEVEMENTS
Presentation to honor the numerous achievements of our Palm Beach County community students and
School District staff.
D. 24-6400 PALM BEACH COUNTY FIRE RESCUE ANNUAL REPORT
PRESENTATION
District Chief Amanda Vomero of Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Battalion 2 will present the Village of
Wellington Annual Report for the period of October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2023.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
A. 24-6444 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR WELLINGTON COUNCIL MEETING OF
MARCH 12, 2024
Council approval of the minutes of the Regular Wellington Council Meeting of March 12, 2024.
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B. 24-6370 AUTHORIZATION TO 1) AWARD A CONTRACT FOR THE BIG BLUE
LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION PROJECT; AND 2) UTILIZE A PALM
BEACH COUNTY CONTRACT FOR THE BIG BLUE TRACE
LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION PROJECT
Authorization to 1) Award a contract for the Big Blue Landscaping and Irrigation Project to Arazoza
Brothers Corporation in the amount of $726,585.60; and 2) Utilize a Palm Beach County Contract with
Wynn & Son Environmental Construction Company, Inc. for the Big Blue Trace Landscaping and irrigation
Project in the amount of $335,374.25.
C. 24-6426 RESOLUTION NO. AC2024-03 FOR FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (FDEP) RESILIENT FLORIDA
PROGRAM GRANT FOR THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON
COMPREHENSIVE VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT.
A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL
AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FOR THE PURPOSE OF RECEIVING
A GRANT UNDER PROVISIONS OF THE RESILIENT FLORIDA
PROGRAM FOR THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON COMPREHENSIVE
VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
ITEM: RESOLUTION NO. AC2024-04 BUDGET AMENDMENT FOR
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (FDEP)
RESILIENT FLORIDA PROGRAM GRANT FOR THE VILLAGE OF
WELLINGTON COMPREHENSIVE VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT.
A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL AMENDING
THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ACME FUND BUDGET FOR FLORIDA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (FDEP)
RESILIENT FLORIDA PROGRAM GRANT FOR THE VILLAGE OF
WELLINGTON COMPREHENSIVE VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT;
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Approval of Resolution No. AC2024-03 authorizing the Village Manager to enter into an agreement with the
Florida Department of Environmental Protection for the Resilient Florida Program Grant Fund, and
Resolution No. AC2024-04 Budget Amendment for $201,800 in grant monies amending the Fiscal Year
2023-2024 ACME Surface Water Management Fund for the Comprehensive Vulnerability Assessment
revenues and expenditures.
D. 24-6416 AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW AN EXISTING CONTRACT WITH ODUMS
SOD, INC. FOR THE SUPPLY, DELIVERY AND INSTALLATION OF SOD
Authorization to renew an existing contract with Odums, Sod, Inc. in the amount of approximately
$573,000.00 annually.
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E. 24-6462 AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE GOODS AND SERVICES FOR THE
RELOCATION OF THE PUBLIC WORKS STORAGE YARD FROM
VILLAGE PARK TO GREENBRIAR PARK
Authorization to purchase goods and services, from various vendors for the relocation of the Public
Works Storage Yard from Village Park to Greenbriar Park at a cost of approximately $131,163.60.
F. 24-6430 AUTHORIZATION TO UTILIZE A PALM BEACH COUNTY CONTRACT
WITH SULLIVAN ELECTRIC & PUMP, INC., FOR REPAIRS TO
VARIOUS PUMPS AND MOTORS
Authorization to utilize a Palm Beach County contract with Sullivan Electric & Pump, Inc., as a basis for
pricing, for pump and motor repairs for reclaimed pumps and other miscellaneous pumps in an amount
not to exceed $75,000.
G. 24-6454 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO CREATIVE
CONTRACTING GROUP TO REMOVE AND REPLACE ROOFS AT
LAKE WELLINGTON PROFESSIONAL CENTER
Authorization to award a contract to Creative Contracting Group to reroof the remaining buildings at the
former Lake Wellington Professional Center in the amount of $63,900.00.
H. 24-6450 RESOLUTION NO. R2024-16 (INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH PALM
BEACH COUNTY TO LEASE FUEL CONTROL EQUIPMENT)
A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL APPROVING
AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE CLERK TO EXECUTE
A FUEL CONTROL EQUIPMENT AGREEMENT WITH PALM BEACH
COUNTY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Approval of Resolution No. R2024-16 authorizing the execution of the Interlocal Agreement between the
Village of Wellington and Palm Beach County to lease a fuel control equipment.
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. 24-6461 RESOLUTION NO. R2024-04 (IORIZZO MASTER PLAN)
A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL, FOR A
MASTER PLAN AMENDMENT (PETITION 2023-0004-MPA) FOR
CERTAIN PROPERTY, KNOWN AS IORIZZO, TOTALING 5.45 ACRES,
MORE OR LESS, LOCATED APPROXIMATELY ONE MILE NORTH OF
FOREST HILL BOULEVARD ON THE WEST SIDE OF STATE ROAD
7/U.S. 441, AS MORE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED HEREIN, TO
MODIFY CERTAIN CONDITIONS OF THE IORIZZO MASTER PLAN;
APPROVING A 8,800 SQUARE FOOT MEDICAL OFFICE USE WITHIN A
MULTIPLE USE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (MUPD) ZONING
DISTRICT; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Approval of Resolution No. R2024-04, a Master Plan Amendment (MPA) to allow medical use for the
Iorizzo project.
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9. REGULAR AGENDA
A. 24-6372 AUTHORIZATION TO 1) AWARD A CONTRACT FOR THE SECTION 24
IMPOUNDMENT EXPANSION; 2) AWARD A TASK ORDER FOR
CONSTRUCTION PHASE SERVICES; AND 3) APPROVE RESOLUTION
NO. R2024-17 AMENDING THE GENERAL FUND AND
GOVERNMENTAL CAPITAL FUND BUDGETS
Authorization to 1) Award a contract for the Section 24 Impoundment Expansion to H&J Contracting, Inc
in the amount of $3,911,315.00; 2) Award a construction administration services task order to Mock
Roos and Associates in the amount of $321,100.00; and 3) Approve Resolution No. R2024-17 amending
the General Fund and Governmental Capital Fund Budgets for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 by allocating
monies from Unassigned General Fund Balance for the Wellington Environmental Preserve Expansion
Project.
B. 24-6309 AMENDMENT TO THE COMPREHENSIVE AGREEMENT FOR THE
DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, AND OPERATION OF A
RECREATIONAL FACILITY, BETWEEN WELLINGTON ATHLETICS,
LLC. AND ACME IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, A DEPENDENT DISTRICT
OF THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON
Approval of Amendment No. 4 to the Comprehensive Agreement for the design, development,
construction, and operation of a recreational facility, between Wellington Athletics, LLC, and ACME
Improvement District, a dependent district of the Village of Wellington.
C. 24-6346 PALM BEACH COUNTY LEAGUE OF CITIES VOTING DELEGATE AND
ALTERNATE
Designation of a Voting Delegate and Alternate to the Palm Beach County League of Cities.
10. PUBLIC FORUM
11. ATTORNEY'S REPORT
12. MANAGER'S REPORT
13. COUNCIL REPORTS
14. ADJOURNMENT
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