NOTE: NEW COUNCIL START TIME OF 6:00 p.m.
Here is a summary of the key issues the Village Council will address at their meeting on Thursday, October 17 at 6 p.m. in Village Hall:
- Issue a proclamation recognizing Louis Giarusso Day, honoring his many years of volunteer service with the Fire Department, where he rose to the rank of Assistant Chief and continues to contribute countless hours to the people of North Palm Beach.
- Consider approving changes to the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Federation of Public Employees pertaining to paid vacation.
- Consider approving a shared parking agreement with First Unitarian Church next to the Public Works facility.
- Consider on first reading, amending the Village Comprehensive Plan to implement its Evaluation and Appraisal Report and ensure the Plan's consistency with changes in state law and community needs. This includes updating multiple elements such as Future Land Use, Conservation, Coastal Management, Recreation and Open Space, Intergovernmental Coordination, and more. A revised Water Supply Facilities Work Plan will also be adopted.
- Consider on first reading, amending the Code of Ordinances to remove requirements superseded by changes in the Florida Building Code. The Council also will consider amending Village Code to recognize new flood maps by Palm Beach County, modifying elevation requirement for manufactured homes and other administrative changes.
- Consider a request by Village staff for approval of proposed Code changes relating to the terms "marina/private mooring." The proposed changes were approved by the Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board at their last meeting.
- Consider appointing a member to the Business Advisory Board.
- Hold a discussion about the Village’s Awards and Recognitions Policy.
See the full agenda package and related paperwork (large file needs time to open). Once it opens, click the small number next to the agenda item to see the supporting material that Council members review to prepare for the discussion.
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If you want to submit a comment for Council to see, you can email it to the Village Clerk at npbclerk@village-npb.org. The comment WILL NOT be read openly at the Council meeting, but you are welcome to come in person to address the Council publicly.
For more information, contact:
Ed Cunningham
Communications Manager
Village of North Palm Beach
(561) 904-2138