CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Kenneth Schultz called the meeting to order at 7 PM.

ROLL CALL – Elected Officials: Mayor Kenneth Schultz; Vice-Mayor Mike Brown; Town Council Members, Karen Miller, Dan Monahan, Dick Roney and Bill Smith.

Mayor Schultz announced that Lillie Elder Pierce Voss Day was celebrated in the town today as she was inducted into the Florida Women’s Hall of Fame in Tallahassee. He asked Ms. Miller, Town Historian, to speak regarding Lillie Elder Pierce Voss.

Ms. Miller said that Lillie was nominated by Governor Scott and the induction event today in   Tallahassee was well attended. She said the town is proud of Lillie and read the Town of Hypoluxo Proclamation that will hang in the rotunda of the State Capitol as well as in the Town of Hypoluxo council chamber.

MOMENT OF SILENT PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG

Mayor Schultz opened nominations for Vice-Mayor. Mr. Smith said, with great pleasure, he nominates Mike Brown. Nominations were closed. Everyone congratulated Vice-Mayor Brown.

AGENDA APPROVAL – Additions/Deletions/Modifications and Adoption – Mayor Schultz requested that Resolution No. 13-419 establishing a fee for minor modifications to approved site development plans be added. Council approved the agenda addition.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Mayor welcomed Joe, the former Mayor of Satellite Beach.

Mayor Schultz introduced Mr. Ron Washam with the Greater Lantana Chamber of Commerce who requested to speak to the council regarding the fishing tournament. Mr. Washam described the benefits the fishing tournament provides to residents and their children. He requested the town resume a $500 sponsorship of the fishing tournament. The past few years the town provided $200.

Mr. Monahan thought the event was a good cause and was in favor or returning to the $500 sponsorship. Ms. Miller mentioned a lot of Hypoluxo residents participate.

There were no other comments from the council or audience.

Mr. Monahan moved approval of a $500 sponsorship for the fishing tournament.

Ms. Miller & Mr. Smith seconded the motion. Vote: Unanimous.

Mayor Schultz introduced Andre Mongrain, President of Waterside Village.

Mr. Mongrain described various activities in their community.

Ms. Miller participated in the unveiling of a beautiful mural painted by forty five residents and Mayor Schultz attended their workshop on the use of 911 and how a cellular phone call is handled.

Mr. Mongrain and his associate reported that Waterside Village residents continue to support the community and their donations have increased. Recently $12,000 was donated to Rolling Green School. The funds will be used to continue their program providing a teacher to assist children who excel and wish to pursue further education. The Lantana Explorers will also receive a donation.

The Mayor and Council thanked them for their wonderful contribution to the community.

COMMENTS FROM MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC

Mr. Underwood, Periwinkle Drive, spoke regarding the landscaping installed by Mariner’s Cay. He said when they cleared the area to install the new plants it resulted in a new view of the buildings.   He said the landscaping is lacking and half of the plants have died. It appears that the sprinklers are not working.   He mentioned the problem has existed for an extended period of time and asked that the town take steps to ensure the residents of Periwinkle Drive are shielded from viewing Mariners Cay.

Attorney Rubin reported that although Mariners Cay installed the plants shown on their landscape plan, under the stipulation, the plantings will be evaluated on June 1^st to see if they are adequate. If it is determined not to be adequate, the town will bring the issue back to the Special Magistrate. Attorney Rubin was concerned regarding the report that the irrigation system is not operating properly.

CONSENT AGENDA

Mr. Smith moved approval of the consent agenda consisting of the Minutes of the Regular Town Council Meeting held Feb. 20, 2013 and Resolution No. 13-418 supporting a Ban of Texting While Driving. Seconded by Vice-Mayor Brown. Vote: Unanimous.

PUBLIC HEARINGS – See Ordinances

ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS

Ordinance No. 197 – Amending Article X, Chapter 28, Section 28-207 of the Code of Ordinances to provide a procedure for minor amendments to approved site development plans for constructed projects. Second Reading

Attorney Rubin read Ordinance No. 197 by title.

Ms. Miller moved approval of Ordinance No. 197 on second reading seconded by
Mr. Roney.

Mayor Schultz announced, as suggested, the provision for properly notifying nearby residents of proposed minor amendments has been added to the ordinance.

There were no comments from the council. The ordinance was discussed during the first reading at last month’s meeting.

Mayor Schultz opened the public portion of the meeting. There were no comments and the public portion was closed.

Mayor Schultz called the question. Vote: Unanimous.

Ordinance No. 198 – Amending Article IV, Chapter 2, of the Code of Ordinances to update and modify the Town’s purchasing policies. Second Reading

Attorney Rubin read Ordinance No. 198 by title.

Mr. Smith moved approval of Ordinance No. 198 on second reading seconded by
Mr. Monahan.

There were no comments from the council. The ordinance was discussed during first reading at last month’s meeting.

Mayor Schultz opened the public portion of the meeting. There were no comments and the public portion was closed.

Mayor Schultz called the question. Vote: Councilmembers Miller, Monahan, Smith and Roney - Yes. Vice-Mayor Brown - No. Motion Carried.

Resolution No. 13-419 establishing a fee for minor modifications to approved site development plans for constructed projects.

Mayor Schultz explained that the adoption of Ordinance No. 197 established a procedure for minor modifications and now a fee needs to be established.

Attorney Rubin read Resolution No. 13-419 by title.

Mayor Schultz opened the public portion of the meeting. There were no comments and the public portion was closed.

Vice-Mayor Brown moved approval of Resolution No. 13-419 seconded by Mr. Smith. Vote: Unanimous.

DISCUSSION ITEMS

Mayor Schultz asked for council’s approval for the recent purchase of a new computer system for the town hall. He said last month computer problems restricted the amount and quality of work and he felt an emergency to move forward with the purchase of a new system. The$9,816 cost is below the statewide bid cost. The new system replaces five workstations and a server purchased in 2008.

Ms. Miller moved approval of the purchase of new computer system for $9,815.84 seconded by Mr. Roney.

Mr. Smith said it is council’s responsibility to ensure that you have the tools to do the great job you continue to do.

Mayor Schultz asked for comments from the public. There were no comments.

Mayor Schultz called the question. Vote: Unanimous.

INFORMATION ITEMS & REPORTS

Budget – Comparison of Actual Expenditures and Income to Budget and Statement on Reserves – No comments

COMMENTS

Mr. Smith said he is thrilled the council is doing something regarding banning texting while driving.

Mr. Monahan reported an abandoned vessel adjacent to Lakeshore in the waterway since December. He said it is in danger of breaking a part and asked if the town could assist with having it removed. The Mayor said he would check into the matter.

Vice-Mayor Brown said while riding his bicycle through the town he has visited Waterside Village a number of times and has spoken with residents. He said, although we are all proud of our developments, Waterside residents are especially proud. He praised their cause to raise money for the community and thanked everyone in Waterside Village.

MAYOR’S REPORT

Mayor Schultz thanked Ms. Miller for attending the function at Waterside and for her report regarding Lillie Elder Pierce Voss Day.

The Mayor reported that he attended a gathering at Waterside Village where Police Officer Simion Pavlov was commended for his professionalism while assisting during two medical incidents. Mayor Schultz read the letter from Waterside Village.

Mayor Schultz announced that two proclamations were issued for April. One declares the week of April 19-25 as Water Reuse Week and one declares the month of April as Water Conservation Month.

The Mayor announced a Hypoluxo Scrub Natural Area cleanup day on Saturday, March 30^th from 9 AM until noon.

Mayor Schultz asked for council’s approval regarding a special event request. A real estate company has asked for approval to hold a real estate auction at Lakeshore on March 26^th. The Lakeshore Association approved the event.

Vice-Mayor Brown moved approval of the event, seconded by Mr. Smith. Vote: Unanimous.

The Mayor reported the town hall roof was inspected today and hopefully the cost will be under $20,000.

Ms. Miller confirmed the roof repair would be back before council.

Mayor Schultz wished everyone a Happy Easter and Passover.

COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - None

ADJOURNMENT – Mayor Schultz adjourned the meeting at 8:30 PM.

Approved this 17th Day of April, 2013.