Village Council Workshop

Village of Wellington 12300 Forest Hill Blvd Wellington, FL 33414 Action Summary - Final Thursday, February 16, 2023 4:00 PM Village Hall - Council Chambers Village Council Workshop Anne Gerwig, Mayor Michael Drahos, Vice Mayor John T. McGovern, Councilman Michael Napoleone, Councilman Tanya Siskind, Councilwoman While this is a public meeting, there will be no opportunity for public comment at this workshop. This workshop will be Iive streamed, recorded and posted to the Village website for viewing. Village Council Workshop Action Summary - Final February 16, 2023 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Gerwig called the meeting to order at 4:08 p.m. Council Members in Attendance: Anne Gerwig, Mayor; John McGovern, Councilman and Tanya Siskind, Councilwoman. Absent: Vice Mayor Michael Drahos, and Councilman Michael Napoleone. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Gerwig led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. REVIEW OF COUNCIL AGENDA Mr. Barnes introduced the agenda for the February 21, 2023 Regular Council Meeting for review. He mentioned that there will be a workshop item for Project Lighthouse. A. 22-5671 PRESENTATION HONORING SWAG STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS Mr. Barnes introduced item. He stated that this was the Presentation Honoring SWAG Student Achievements. He noted the achievements of Gaby Toledo, Alonza Lloyd, and Victoria Loredan. He advised that the students will be in attendance to receive their recognition. B. 23-5713 PACK 125 ANNUAL PINEWOOD DERBY INVITATION Mr. Barnes introduced the item. He stated that this was Pack 125 Annual Pinewood Derby Invitation. He noted that Pack Master Mr. Wertnepy will be present to throw down a challenge to Council, Palm Beach Sheriff's Office (PBSO), and Palm Beach County Fire Rescue (PBCFR) to participate in their Annual Pinewood Derby. C. 23-5719 PRESENTATION OF THE SCHOOL ZONE TRAFFIC AND ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONS UPDATE Mr. Barnes introduced the item. He stated that this was the Presentation of the School Zone Traffic and Enforcement Operations Update. He noted that Ms. Coates and Lieutenant Shaivitz will provide an update relating to Wellington Elementary and Binks Forest Elementary. D. 23-5712 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR WELLINGTON COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 10, 2023 AND MINUTES OF THE ACME LANDOWNERS MEETING OF JANUARY 10, 2023 Mr. Barnes introduced the item. He stated that this was for Council Village of Wellington Page 1 Village Council Workshop Action Summary - Final February 16, 2023 approval of the Minutes of the Regular Wellington Council Meeting of January 10, 2023 and Minutes of the Acme Landowners Meeting of January 10, 2023. He asked Council to provide any comments, if any, to the Clerk's Office. E. 22-5295 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO MULTIPLE VENDORS FOR THE PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF PUBLIC WORKS CHEMICALS Mr. Barnes introduced the item. He stated that this was the Authorization to Award a Contract to Multiple Vendors for the Purchase and Delivery of Public Works Chemicals. Mr. De La Vega explained the item. He mentioned the bid released on October 27, 2022; and noted that three bids were received on November 30, 2022. He said that staff is recommending awarding all three vendors the contract. Mayor Gerwig commented on the pricing. Mr. De La Vega responded to Mayor Gerwig's comment. Mayor Gerwig inquired about bidding. Mr. De La Vega responded to Mayor Gerwig's inquiry. F. 23-5695 AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE A CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK (CMAR) AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY STORAGE BUILDING AND SITE IMPROVEMENT Mr. Barnes introduced the item. He stated that this was the Authorization to Execute a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Agreement for Public Works Facility Storage Building and Site Improvement. Mr. De La Vega explained the item. He noted that the Village is in the beginning of the Wellington Athletics Public Private Partnership (P3); the Village will be knocking down the building that currently sits at Wellington Community Park. He mentioned the storage needs. Mayor Gerwig asked if this is the site located off of Pierson. Mr. De La Vega responded to a question from Mayor Gerwig. Mayor Gerwig asked if the building is metal. Mr. Barnes responded to a question from Mayor Gerwig. G. 23-5721 AUTHORIZATION TO 1) UTILIZE VARIOUS CONTRACTS FOR Village of Wellington Page 2 Village Council Workshop Action Summary - Final February 16, 2023 ROADWAY WORK ON FOREST HILL BOULEVARD; AND 2) APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. R2023-09 AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 GAS TAX CAPITAL FUND BUDGET TO ALLOCATE FUND BALANCE FOR THE FOREST HILL BOULEVARD TURN LANE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Barnes introduced the item. He stated that this was the Authorization to 1) Utilize Various Contracts for Roadway Work on Forest Hill Boulevard; and 2) Approval of Resolution No. R2023-09 Amending the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Gas Tax Capital Fund Budget To Allocate Fund Balance For the Forest Hill Boulevard Turn Lame Improvement Project; and Providing an Effective Date. Mr. De La Vega explained the item. Mayor Gerwig commented on the area. She asked if the same company is going to do the replacement. Mr. Barnes responded to a question from Mayor Gerwig. Mayor Gerwig asked if the pavement attribute will be lost. Mr. Reinsvold and Mr. Barnes responded to questions from Mayor Gerwig. Councilman McGovern commented on the high traffic in the area and the turning lane. Councilwoman Siskind mentioned the funds coming from the Gas Tax Budget. Councilman McGovern asked if all the funds are coming from that fund. Mr. Barnes and Ms. Quickel responded to comments and questions from Council. H. 22-5656 AUTHORIZATION TO UTILIZE AN EXISTING PUBLIC WORKS ANNUAL CONTRACT AND OPEN MARKET EXEMPTION FOR RELOCATION OF BIG BLUE PRESERVE PUMP STATION AND REPLACEMENT OF THREE (3) CULVERT PIPES Mr. Barnes introduced the item. He stated that this was the Authorization to Utilize an Existing Public Works Annual Contract and Open Market Exemption for Relocation of Big Blue Preserve Pump Station and Replacement of Three (3) Culvert Pipes. Mayor Gerwig asked what is an open market exemption. Village of Wellington Page 3 Village Council Workshop Action Summary - Final February 16, 2023 Mr. De La Vega answered a question from Mayor Gerwig. Mr. Reinsvold explained the item. He mentioned that the pump station will be moved off an easement located on private property and placed on the Acme Improvement District C-6 Canal easement. Mayor Gerwig asked which one is being moved. Mr. Reinsvold responded to a question from Mayor Gerwig. Mayor Gerwig commented on the encroachment. Mr. Reinsvold responded to comments and questions from Mayor Gerwig. Councilwoman Siskind asked if Ferrieira Construction Company has been used before. Mr. Reinsvold responded to a question from Councilwoman Siskind. I. 22-5496 AUTHORIZATION TO CONTINUE UTILIZING A CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS CONTRACT, AS A BASIS FOR PRICING, FOR UTILITY BILL PRINTING AND MAILING SERVICES Mr. Barnes introduced the item. He stated that this was the Authorization to Continue Utilizing A City of Baytown, Texas Contract, As a Basis For Pricing, For Utility Bill Printing and Mailing Services. Mr. De La Vega explained the item. There were comments by Council regarding postage and billing. J. 22-5552 AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW AN EXISTING CONTRACT FOR BUS RENTAL AND DRIVER SERVICES Mr. Barnes introduced the item. He stated that this was Authorization to Renew An Existing Contract For Bus Rental and Driver Services. Mr. De La Vega explained the item. Councilman McGovern commented on the programs that use the bus. Mayor Gerwig asked if the Senior Club pays for their own use. Mr. De La Vega responded to a question from Mayor Gerwig. Mayor Gerwig advised staff to tell the vendor thank you from Village Council. Village of Wellington Page 4 Village Council Workshop Action Summary - Final February 16, 2023 K. 22-5661 RESOLUTION NO. R2023-04 (ADOPTION OF PURCHASING MANUAL FOR THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON) A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL REPEALING RESOLUTIONS R2014-12 AND R2021-40 RELATING TO PURCHASING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES, AND ADOPTING A REVISED PURCHASING MANUAL FOR THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON; PROVIDING A REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Barnes introduced this item. He stated that this was Resolution No. R2023-04 (Adoption of Purchasing Manual For the Village of Wellington). Mr. De La Vega explained the item. He noted that staff worked with William J. Cea and Mark Stempler of Becker and Poliakoff, P.A. He mentioned that Mr. Stempler is in attendance this evening as Mr. Cea has retired. Ms. Cohen advised that Mr. Cea did make the changes to the manual; he recently retired and Mr. Stempler is here to answer any questions. Mayor Gerwig commented on the item being on the Consent Agenda. Mr. De La Vega advised that he will go over the bullet points. There was discussion and comments by Council regarding reviewing the manual at a public meeting. Ms. Cohen and Mr. De La Vega responded to comments made by Council. Mr. De La Vega noted the changes made to the manual. He responded to Council comments and questions. Ms. Cohen advised that Mr. Stempler is present to answer any questions that Council may have. Councilman McGovern asked Mr. Stempler if there is anything glaring in the manual that the Village does that others may or may not do. Mr. Stempler responded to a question from Councilman McGovern. Councilman McGovern asked Mr. Stempler and Ms. Cohen if they are comfortable with the manual in its entirety. Village of Wellington Page 5 Village Council Workshop Action Summary - Final February 16, 2023 Mr. Stempler and Ms. Cohen responded to a question from Councilman McGovern. There were additional comments by Council regarding the manual. L. 23-5697 RESOLUTION NO. R2023-05 FOR FLORIDA DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (FDEM) MITIGATION BUREAU HMGP PROGRAM GRANT FOR THE WASTEWATER LIFT STATIONS GENERATOR PROJECT 4486-064-R AND RESOLUTION NO. R2023-06 FOR A BUDGET AMENDMENT TO ALLOCATE SAID GRANT RESOLUTION NO. 2023-05 (FLORIDA DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (FDEM) MITIGATION BUREAU HMGP PROGRAM) A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE FLORIDA DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (FDEM) MITIGATION BUREAU FOR THE PURPOSE OF RECEIVING A GRANT UNDER PROVISIONS OF THE HAZARD MITIGATION GRANT PROGRAM FOR THE WASTEWATER LIFT STATIONS GENERATOR PROJECT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. RESOLUTION NO. R2023-06 (FLORIDA DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (FDEM) MITIGATION BUREAU HMGP PROGRAM FUNDS) A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 UTILITY CAPITAL FUND BUDGET FOR FLORIDA DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (FDEM) MITIGATION BUREAU HMGP PROGRAM GRANT FUNDS AWARDED FOR THE WASTEWATER LIFT STATIONS GENERATOR PROJECT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Barnes introduced the item. He stated that this was Resolution No. R2023-05 For the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) Mitigation Bureau HMGP Program Grant for the Wastewater Lift Stations Generator Project 4486-064-R and Resolution No. R2023-06 For a Budget Amendment To Allocate Said Grant. Ms. Panse explained the item. Mayor Gerwig commented on FDEM covering $537,000 and the Village match of $60,000. She asked how the Village managed to obtain the grant. Village of Wellington Page 6 Village Council Workshop Action Summary - Final February 16, 2023 Ms. Quickel responded to a question from Mayor Gerwig. Mayor Gerwig commented on the match. M. 23-5716 RESOLUTION NO. R2023-07 (FEDERALLY FUNDED SUBAWARD AND GRANT AGREEMENT –HURRICANE IAN) A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA, APPROVING HURRICANE IAN FEDERALLY FUNDED SUBAWARD AND GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE OF FLORIDA, DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AND THE VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Barnes introduced the item. He stated that this was Resolution No. R2023-07 (federally Funded Subaward and Grant Agreement - Hurricane Ian) Ms. Quickel explained the item. Mayor Gerwig asked if this was the one that had the tornadoes. Ms. Quickel responded to a question from Mayor Gerwig. N. 23-5722 DISCUSSION OF REAPPOINTMENT OF CODE COMPLIANCE SPECIAL MAGISTRATE ALAN ZANGEN, ESQ Mr. Barnes introduced the item. He stated that this was Discussion of Reappointment of Code Compliance Special Magistrate Alan Zangen, Esq. Mr. Stillings explained the item. Vice Mayor Drahos said that he would like to pull this item from the Consent Agenda. Councilman McGovern asked if this is just a discussion item and if Council needs to do this. Ms. Cohen responded to questions from Councilman McGovern. Councilman McGovern asked about the timing of this item. Mr. Stillings responded to a question from Councilman McGovern. Councilman McGovern asked what is the shortest amount of time needed for advertising. Mr. Stillings and Mr. De La Vega responded to a question from Village of Wellington Page 7 Village Council Workshop Action Summary - Final February 16, 2023 Councilman McGovern. Mayor Gerwig commented on the request to pull the item. O. 23-5698 ORDINANCE NO. 2022-31 (PANTHER RUN ELEMENTARY ANNEXATION) AN ORDINANCE OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL; ANNEXING, PURSUANT TO A PETITION FOR VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION, REAL PROPERTY COMPRISING 20 ACRES LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF LAKE WORTH ROAD, APPROXIMATELY 0.66 MILE WEST OF STATE ROAD 7 IN PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA, KNOWN AS PANTHER RUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; AS MORE PARTICULARELY DESCRIBED HEREIN; DECLARING THAT THE VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION PETITION BEARS THE SIGNATURE OF THE PROPERTY OWNER; AMENDING SECTION 11 OF THE VILLAGE CHARTER BY REDEFINING THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF WELLINGTON; DIRECTING THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO DO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO AFFECTUATE THIS ANNEXATION; DIRECTING THE WELLINGTON CLERK TO FILE A COPY OF THIS ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT IN PALM BEACH COUNTY, THE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, AND THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF STATE WITHIN SEVEN DAYS AFTER ADOPTION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 171.044, FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Barnes introduced this item. He stated that this was Ordinance No. 2022-31 (Panther Run Elementary Annexation). He mentioned that this is Second Reading for the Annexation. It is being brought before Council along with the Future Land Use Map Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan (FLUM) and the Rezoning. Mr. Basehart explained the item. Mayor Gerwig commented that this has been something that has been going on for a long time. She said that the Palm Beach County School Board is our partner in this. She mentioned that it meets the annexation rules and requirements. Mr. Basehart noted that this is the only school that is not physically in the Village. Mayor Gerwig said that it boarders the Village and meets the annexation requirements. Village of Wellington Page 8 Village Council Workshop Action Summary - Final February 16, 2023 P. 23-5699 ORDINANCE NO. 2022-32 (PANTHER RUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FUTURE LAND USE MAP AMENDMENT TO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (FLUM) AN ORDINANCE OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL AMENDING THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE WELLINGTON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN BY ADDING AND DESIGNATING 20 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, KNOWN AS THE PANTHER RUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, AS “COMMUNITY FACILITIES”; LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF LAKE WORTH ROAD, APPROXIMATELY 0.66 MILE WEST OF STATE ROAD 7, AS MORE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED HEREIN; AUTHORIZING THE TRANSMITTAL OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. This item was discussed with the previous item. Q. 23-5700 ORDINANCE NO. 2022-33 (PANTHER RUN ELEMENTARY REZONING) AN ORDINANCE OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL, APPROVING A REZONING TO AMEND THE ZONING DESIGNATION FOR A NEWLY ANNEXED 20 ACRE PROPERTY, KNOWN AS THE PANTHER RUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, TO THE WELLINGTON “COMMUNITY FACILITIES” DESIGNATION FROM THE PALM BEACH COUNTY “AR” DESIGNATION; LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF LAKE WORTH ROAD, APPROXIMATELY 0.66 MILE WEST OF STATE ROAD 7, AS MORE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED HEREIN; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. This item was discussed with the previous item. R. 23-5702 ORDINANCE NO. 2023-06 (SELF-STORAGE ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT TO WELLINGTON’S LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS) AN ORDINANCE OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL, AMENDING THE WELLINGTON LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, MORE SPECIFICALLY, A ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT (PETITION 2022-0001-ZTA) TO MODIFY ARTICLE 6, SECTION 6.2.1, TABLE 6.2-1 - USE REGULATIONS SCHEDULE, TO ALLOW SELF-STORAGE AS A CONDITIONAL USE WITHIN COMMERCIAL PODS OF THE MULTIPLE USE PLANNED Village of Wellington Page 9 Village Council Workshop Action Summary - Final February 16, 2023 DEVELOPMENT (MUPD) ZONING DISTRICT; TO AMEND SECTION 6.2.2.E.9. TO PROVIDE STANDARDS FOR SELF-STORAGE FACILITIES WITHIN AN MUPD; TO AMEND ARTICLE 7, SECTION 7.5.1, TABLE 7.5-1 - MINIMUM OFF-STREET PARKING STANDARDS, TO MODIFY PARKING STANDARDS FOR SELF-STORAGE USES, AS MORE SPECIFICALLY CONTAINED HEREIN; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Barnes introduced the item. He stated that this was Ordinance No. 2023-06 (Self- Storage Zoning Text Amendment To Wellington's Land Development Regulations). Mr. Stillings noted that this item is combined with Ordinance No. 2023-07 (Iorizzo Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Amendment). He explained the items. Mayor Gerwig commented that there will be a full presentation at the Council meeting. Mr. Stillings responded to Mayor Gerwig's comment. S. 23-5703 ORDINANCE NO. 2023-07 (IORIZZO COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FUTURE LAND USE MAP AMENDMENT) AN ORDINANCE OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA’S COUNCIL, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF WELLINGTON’S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (PETITION 2022-0001-CPA) 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 DELETE ALL SITE-SPECIFIC CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL THAT WERE PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED AS PART OF FUTURE LAND USE MAP DESIGNATION; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. This item was discussed with the previous item. T. 22-5445 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A TASK ORDER TO ENGENUITY GROUP, INC. TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING CONSULTING SERVICES FOR THE C9 CANAL EXPANSION PROJECT Mr. Barnes introduced this item. He stated that this was the Authorization to Award A Task Order to Engenuity Group, Inc. To Provide Engineering Consulting Services for The C9 Canal Expansion Project. Mr. Barnes noted that Mayor Gerwig would have to recuse Village of Wellington Page 10 Village Council Workshop Action Summary - Final February 16, 2023 herself as it involves Engenuity. Mayor Gerwig recused herself from the item, passed the gavel to Vice Drahos, and left the dais. Mr. Reinvsold explained the item. U. 23-5715 DISCUSSION REGARDING LETTER OF INTEREST FOR WELLINGTON GREEN PARK Mr. Barnes introduced the item. He stated that this is the Discussion Regarding Letter of Interest for Wellington Green Park. Mr. De La Vega explained the item. He noted that this item was discussed at the November 12, 2022 Village Council Workshop. He mentioned the Letters of Interest. He said that staff is seeking Council's direction on what to do as far as releasing a Letter of Interest. Mayor Gerwig inquired on the changes and comments made on the Letters of Interest. Mr. De La Vega responded to Mayor Gerwig's inquiry. Councilman McGovern asked Ms. Cohen whether Council has carefully and properly reserved the right to accept one or reject them all, regardless. Ms. Cohen responded to a question from Councilman McGovern. V. 23-5704 CODE COMPLIANCE LIEN REDUCTION FOR 12140 POLO CLUB RD AND THE DOG PARK SUBDIVISION Mayor Gerwig introduced the item. She stated that this was the Code Compliance Lien Reduction for 12140 Polo Club Rd and The Dog Park Subdivision. Mr. Stillings explained the item. He noted that there will be a full presentation at Council meeting. Councilman McGovern asked about the 80% reduction request for the total lien amount. Mr. Stillings responded to a question from Councilman McGovern. Mayor Gerwig said that the liens are for the Dog Park and Big Blue Preserve. Mr. Stillings responded that is correct. Village of Wellington Page 11 Village Council Workshop Action Summary - Final February 16, 2023 Ms. Cohen advised the amounts of each lien. Mayor Gerwig noted the interest of the liens. Mayor Gerwig inquired if the applicant will be presenting. Ms. Cohen responded to Mayor Gerwig's inquiry. She reminded Council that this is a Legislative matter not a Quasi-Judicial matter. She said that it is within the Council's discretion; it is a Legislative Act. She responded to comments made by Councilman McGovern. Councilman McGovern inquired if Mr. Straub will be present. Ms. Cohen responded to Councilman McGovern's inquiry. She pointed out that Council delegated a lot of the authority to the Code Compliance Manager; pursuant to the policy adopted a couple of years ago. This falls out of that scope due to the lien amount. W. 23-5708 NEW APPLICANTS FOR ADVISORY BOARD AND COMMITTEE VACANCIES Mr. Barnes introduced the item. He stated that this was New Applicants for Advisory Board and Committee Vacancies. Mayor Gerwig asked how many openings are available. Mr. Barnes and Ms. Addie responded to a question from Mayor Gerwig. Councilman McGovern inquired on the appointment and At-Large vacancies. Ms. Addie responded to Councilman McGovern's inquiry. Councilman McGovern asked Vice Mayor Drahos if he made a decision on his appointment for the Architectural Review Board. Vice Mayor Drahos responded to a question from Councilman McGovern. 4. WORKSHOP Mr. Barnes introduced the item. He stated that this was the Presentation By Project LightHouse. He advised that Steven Traynor is in attendance to present. A. 23-5746 PRESENTATION BY PROJECT LIGHTHOUSE Village of Wellington Page 12 Village Council Workshop Action Summary - Final February 16, 2023 Mr. Traynor presented a PowerPoint Presentation Project Lighthouse. He noted that Robin McGrail, a Wellington resident created the logo and provided a brief overview of the logo design. He discussed the agenda: "Who We Are, Our Mission Statement and Vision, What We Are Proposing, Where We Are Proposing Project Lighthouse, When - Our Proposed Agenda, Why This Is Important to Our Community, How We Are Going to Pay for It, Our Ask and the Proposed Next Steps". He said that they are requesting to present the entire project at the Agenda Workshop in May. He mentioned that there are a number of experts in attendance to answer Council questions with the respect to funding and the arts community. Vice Mayor Drahos thanked Mr. Traynor for the presentation and all the time it took to prepare. He said that he respects and admires the ambition. He inquired on the background of Mr. Traynor and the experts. Mr. Traynor provided background and an overview of his work experience. He introduced Terry Reed, President of Theatre Arts Production (TAP), Bob Reyers, and Donna Willey, Owner of Village Music Wellington. He stated that these individuals represent specific keys to the project; the tenants, the ways the facility will be procured and run, and how it will be paid for, as well as what kind of content will they be bringing. Mr. Reyers mentioned that since his involvement, there have been people contacting Project Lighthouse about funding the project. He noted that there is world class polo and equestrian in the Village; and this project will not be hard to finance. He continued and discussed funding options. Vice Mayor Drahos asked Mr. Reyers whether any of the individuals of Project Lighthouse have done anything like this before. Mr. Reyers responded to a question from Vice Mayor Drahos. He said that Project Lighthouse will not be the builders; they will be presenting the ideas and bringing in the professionals that can do it. He said that they are asking Council to give the residents 90 days to get and tap into these resources. Then they will come back with a presentation with the people who can do it. He commented on the Village advertising a Request for Proposal (RFP) and next steps. Councilman McGovern asked about bonds and naming rights. Mr. Reyers and Mr. Traynor responded to questions from Councilman McGovern. Village of Wellington Page 13 Village Council Workshop Action Summary - Final February 16, 2023 Mayor Gerwig commented that she is under the impression that there will be a governing board at some point. Mr. Reyers responded to a comment made by Mayor Gerwig. He mentioned that they have two architectural firms that are willing to do the renderings for the project. Councilman McGovern asked Mr. Reyers if he could provide the names of the firms. Mr. Traynor advised that the firms have not given permission to release their names. Mr. Reyers and Mr. Traynor continued and discussed the next steps. Vice Mayor Drahos commented that he does not want to do or say anything to discourage Project Lighthouse; he is inspired by this. He asked how does the 90 days effect Project Lighthouse. Mr. Reyers and Mr. Traynor responded to Vice Mayor Drahos. Mayor Gerwig noted the design build program that was used for the Village. She asked how much was spent using the program. Mr. De La Vega and Mr. Barnes responded to a question from Mayor Gerwig. There was continued discussion between Council, Mr. Traynor and Mr. Reyers regarding the next steps and financing the project. Councilwoman Siskind asked Ms. Quickel to compare the Public Private Partnership (P3) of the Sports Complex and this project before Council. She asked how feasible are the financial mechanisms. Ms. Quickel responded to questions from Councilwoman Siskind. Mr. Reyers said that there are other options away from being an authority.He mentioned the Tourist Development Council (TDC). Mr. Barnes reminded Council that approval is required from both the TDC and the Board of County Commissioners for any funding. Mr. Reyers answered questions from Council. Councilwoman Siskind asked Ms. Cohen what are the optics for a 90 day hold. Is it the recommendation of Counsel to hold off for 90 days. Village of Wellington Page 14 Village Council Workshop Action Summary - Final February 16, 2023 Ms. Cohen advised that it is Council's decision; if a proposal is received Council will have to determine if they want to consider it and go through the process. Whether Council delays, is their decision. Councilwoman Siskind commented that her concern is does it make Council look like we are showing favoritism to one group or another. Ms. Cohen advised that this is government property. Council can develop the property they way they see fit. Mr. Reyers commented on Council holding off to advertise. Mr. Traynor mentioned that there are over 120 individuals in Project Lighthouse that cover a variety of disciplines in the community. Vice Mayor Drahos reiterated that he does not want to say or do anything to discourage Project Lighthouse. He commented on taking delays seriously. He said that he would like an opportunity to hear the specifics privately. Mayor Gerwig clarified what Vice Mayor Drahos is requesting. Mr. Reyes asked Council to give him a day to get permission. He said that he will be glad to meet each Council member individually. Councilman McGovern commented on the overly ambitious timeline. Vice Mayor Drahos asked what is wrong with Project Lighthouse writing a Letter of Interest. Mr. Reyers and Mr. Traynor responded to comments and questions from Council. Vice Mayor Drahos said that he wants the take away to be clear for Project Lighthouse, residents and the media. He commented on his impression and said that it is his understanding that the 90 day request came in late. Mr.Reyers responded to comments made by Vice Mayor Drahos. Mr. Barnes noted that staff only received a 90 day request yesterday included with the Powerpoint. There were additional comments made by Council regarding the 90 days and funding. Mr. Reyers and Mr. Traynor responded to comments made by Village of Wellington Page 15 Village Council Workshop Action Summary - Final February 16, 2023 Council. Mayor Gerwig noted that Councilman Napoleone was unable to attend the meeting today; he can watch the meeting and can meet with Project LightHouse one on one if he is interested. There was consensus by Council to meet one on one with Mr. Reyers. Mr. Traynor commented on protecting the impact to Wellington residents. He asked if Council had any additional questions on the performing arts industry: If so, Mr. Reed and Ms. Willey are here to talk about their experiences and the benefactors. Mr. Reyers inquired on how to get in contact with Council. Vice Mayor Drahos and Councilman McGovern both responded to Mr. Reyers inquiry. 5. ATTORNEY'S COMMENTS None. 6. MANAGER COMMENTS None 7. COUNCIL COMMENTS None 8. ADJOURN There being no further business to discuss, the workshop adjourned at 6:14 p.m. Village of Wellington Page 16