Tequesta: Regular Council Meeting - Mar 12 2026
Summary. The Regular Council Meeting of the Village of Tequesta was held on March 12, 2026 (note: the transcript indicates the actual date was March 30, 2026). The meeting began at 6:11 PM with Mayor Yaga presiding, along with Vice Mayor Painter and Council members Sartorius and Brandon present. The session included presentations of community awards, proclamations for Florida Bicycle Month and Let's Move Palm Beach County Month, and extensive public comment from local skateboarders advocating for improvements to the skate park rather than closure. The council addressed multiple agenda items including ordinances related to pension fund amendments, water supply planning, and building code updates. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to utility matters, with Director Allison Berg presenting several water main and treatment plant proposals. The meeting concluded with the appointment process to fill a vacant council seat, where six residents applied and Kyle Stone was ultimately selected by a unanimous vote. The council also recognized the retirement of longtime HR Director Marlene Reed and welcomed new HR Director Catherine Ranieri.
Agenda Items
1. Presentation of Abby Brennan Mayor Award
Mayor Yaga presented the award to Kimberly Baker Windisch for her community service
- Recognition of volunteer work including bicycle donations and food drives
- Participation in residence academy
- Demonstration of community spirit
2. Proclamation declaring March 2026 as Florida Bicycle Month
Proclamation read recognizing bicycle safety and promoting community partnerships
- Police department partnerships with local ice cream shops
- Helmet safety initiatives
- Educational and enforcement programs
3. Proclamation for Let's Move Palm Beach County Month
Proclamation supporting physical activity challenge in March
- Digital Vibes partnership
- Over 101 million minutes logged county-wide
- Competitive challenge between municipalities
4-13. Consent Agenda
Approved without discussion
- Motion made and approved unanimously
Public Comment. Citizens Communications - Skate Park Issues
Three speakers advocated for skate park improvements instead of closure
- Request for lighting instead of fencing
- Safety concerns about concrete surface
- Equipment damage from rough surfaces
- Community support with 220+ petition signatures
14. Ordinance 01-26 - General Employee Pension Trust Fund Amendment
Second reading of ordinance regarding military service credit purchase
- Debate over who pays actuarial study costs
- Consistency with public safety pension
- Decision to require individual to pay costs
15. Ordinance 02-26 - Ten Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan
First reading of water supply planning document update
- Sufficient water supply through 2045
- Population demand projections
- Treatment capacity analysis
16. Ordinance 03-26 - Building Code Updates
First reading of various building regulation amendments
- Construction hours clarification
- Green building incentive program
- Temporary construction fencing requirements
17. Ordinance 04-26 - Community Development Code Updates
First reading of planning and zoning board authority updates
- Special exception review authority
- Public notice portal authorization
19-24. Various Utility Contract Approvals
Multiple utility-related contracts and amendments presented by Allison Berg
- Swale regrading proposal
- Backflow prevention program
- Water treatment plant improvements
- Water main projects
- Development agreement extensions
- Change orders for construction delays
25. Council Seat Appointment Process
Six applicants presented themselves for vacant Council Seat 1
- Qualifications and experience of candidates
- Appointment until March 2027 election
- Various perspectives on selection criteria
Motions & Votes
Motion to approve tonight's agenda with removal of agenda item 18
Moved by Unidentified council member, seconded by Unidentified council member
Passed unanimously
Motion to approve the consent agenda
Moved by Unidentified council member, seconded by Unidentified council member
Passed unanimously
Motion to approve the original ordinance language from first presentation requiring individual to pay actuarial costs
Moved by Council member Sartorius, seconded by Mayor Yaga
Passed unanimously
Motion to approve ordinance 02-26 for water supply work plan
Moved by Unidentified council member, seconded by Unidentified council member
Passed unanimously
Motion to approve ordinance 03-26 for building code updates
Moved by Unidentified council member, seconded by Unidentified council member
Passed unanimously
Motion to approve ordinance 04-26 for community development updates
Moved by Unidentified council member, seconded by Unidentified council member
Passed unanimously
Motion to appoint Kyle Stone to the open council seat
Moved by Council member Sartorius, seconded by Vice Mayor Painter
Passed unanimously
Motion to adjourn
Moved by Unidentified council member, seconded by Unidentified council member
Passed unanimously
Action Items
Look into skate park maintenance issues and safety improvements
Assigned to Village staff · Due Not specified - to be added to April strategic workshop if warranted
Provide construction status update on The Reserve development project
Assigned to Village Manager Jeremy
Clean up ordinance language error - correct date from January 2026 to March 2026
Assigned to Planning consultant · Due For second reading
Frequently Asked Questions
What was decided at this meeting?
The Regular Council Meeting of the Village of Tequesta was held on March 12, 2026 (note: the transcript indicates the actual date was March 30, 2026). The meeting began at 6:11 PM with Mayor Yaga presiding, along with Vice Mayor Painter and Council members Sartorius and Brandon present. The session included presentations of community awards, proclamations for Florida Bicycle Month and Let's Move Palm Beach County Month, and extensive public comment from local skateboarders advocating for improvements to the skate park rather than closure. The council addressed multiple agenda items including ordinances related to pension fund amendments, water supply planning, and building code updates. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to utility matters, with Director Allison Berg presenting several water main and treatment plant proposals. The meeting concluded with the appointment process to fill a vacant council seat, where six residents applied and Kyle Stone was ultimately selected by a unanimous vote. The council also recognized the retirement of longtime HR Director Marlene Reed and welcomed new HR Director Catherine Ranieri.
What was on the agenda?
This meeting covered 11 agenda items: Presentation of Abby Brennan Mayor Award; Proclamation declaring March 2026 as Florida Bicycle Month; Proclamation for Let's Move Palm Beach County Month; Consent Agenda; Citizens Communications - Skate Park Issues; Ordinance 01-26 - General Employee Pension Trust Fund Amendment; Ordinance 02-26 - Ten Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan; Ordinance 03-26 - Building Code Updates; Ordinance 04-26 - Community Development Code Updates; Various Utility Contract Approvals; Council Seat Appointment Process.
How many motions were voted on?
8 motions were voted on during this meeting. See the Motions & Votes section above for each motion and its result.
What action items came out of this meeting?
3 action items were identified. See the Action Items section above for details and who they were assigned to.
Who attended this meeting?
14 members were recorded as present: Mayor Yaga, Vice Mayor Painter, Council member Sartorius, Council member Brandon, Village Manager Jeremy Allen, Village Attorney Keith, Village Clerk Laurie, Police Chief, Fire Chief, Utilities Director Allison Berg, HR Director Marlene Reed, New HR Director Catherine Ranieri, Planning Consultant Jay Hutchins, Various staff members.
Where can I watch the full recording?
The full video recording is available on YouTube or embedded at the top of this page.
What county is Tequesta in?
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