Wellington: Wellington Council Meeting 04/09/19
Summary. The Wellington Village Council held its regular meeting on April 9, 2019, conducting routine business including the appointment of Michael Napoleone as Vice Mayor and Vice President of the ACME Improvement District. The council heard a presentation on National Donate Life Month from advocate Maureen Bajinski, who shared statistics about organ donation and encouraged residents to register and inform their families of their wishes. The primary substantive matter was the first reading of Ordinance 2019-03 regulating nightclub operations. This ordinance, initiated at the recommendation of the Palm Beach Sheriff's Department, establishes criteria for determining when businesses function as nightclubs and requires security personnel (one per 150 patrons) and prohibits admission of anyone under 21 during nightclub operations. The ordinance includes amendments to definitions and use tables, with exemptions for existing businesses from conditional use requirements but requiring compliance with operational standards. After public discussion and minor amendments regarding time restrictions, the ordinance passed unanimously on first reading.
Agenda Items
1. Approval of Agenda
Agenda approved with modifications to postpone item 6a and move item 7a to presentations
- Postponed APWA reaccreditation award presentation
- Moved National Donate Life Month proclamation to presentations
2. Appointment of Vice Mayor
Michael Napoleone appointed as Vice Mayor and Vice President of ACME Improvement District
- Discussion of policy to align mayor/vice mayor with ACME president/vice president positions
- Unanimous appointment
6a. National Donate Life Month Proclamation
Presentation by organ donation advocate Maureen Bajinski about organ donation awareness
- Over 113,600 people waiting for transplants
- 22 people die daily waiting for transplants
- Only 58% of supporters actually registered
- Importance of informing family members
- Personal story about her son who needed liver transplant
7. Consent Agenda
Approved consent agenda including sod purchase after public comment
- Bruce Toomin questioned $220,000 sod purchase
- Staff explained most sod goes to worn sports fields
8a. Ordinance 2019-03 - Nightclub Regulations
First reading of ordinance regulating nightclub operations passed unanimously with amendments
- Defines nightclub criteria including admission charges
- Requires security (1 per 150 patrons) and 21+ admission
- Exempts existing businesses from conditional use requirements
- Amendment to change time from midnight to 10PM
- Amendment to remove 'and hours' from equestrian facility provision
8b. Small Cell Wireless Ordinance
Postponed to April 23 meeting for final revisions
- Revisions made after meeting with providers
- Consultant to attend next meeting
- Providers unlikely to be satisfied with all provisions
Motions & Votes
Move to approve agenda as amended
Moved by Council member, seconded by Council member
Passed unanimously
Nominate Michael Napoleone as Vice Mayor and Vice President of ACME Improvement District
Moved by Council member, seconded by Council member
Passed unanimously
Move to approve consent agenda
Moved by Council member, seconded by Council member
Passed unanimously
Move to open public hearing
Moved by Council member, seconded by Council member
Passed unanimously
Move to close public hearing
Moved by Council member, seconded by Council member
Passed unanimously
Move to approve Ordinance 2019-03 as amended on first reading
Moved by Council member, seconded by Council member
Passed unanimously
Move to postpone Ordinance 2018-10 small cell wireless ordinance to April 23 meeting
Moved by Council member, seconded by Council member
Passed unanimously
Action Items
Draft policy aligning mayor/vice mayor positions with ACME president/vice president roles
Assigned to Village Manager Paul Schofield
Present final small cell wireless ordinance with consultant present
Assigned to Village Attorney Miss Cohen · Due April 23, 2019 meeting
Frequently Asked Questions
What was decided at this meeting?
The Wellington Village Council held its regular meeting on April 9, 2019, conducting routine business including the appointment of Michael Napoleone as Vice Mayor and Vice President of the ACME Improvement District. The council heard a presentation on National Donate Life Month from advocate Maureen Bajinski, who shared statistics about organ donation and encouraged residents to register and inform their families of their wishes. The primary substantive matter was the first reading of Ordinance 2019-03 regulating nightclub operations. This ordinance, initiated at the recommendation of the Palm Beach Sheriff's Department, establishes criteria for determining when businesses function as nightclubs and requires security personnel (one per 150 patrons) and prohibits admission of anyone under 21 during nightclub operations. The ordinance includes amendments to definitions and use tables, with exemptions for existing businesses from conditional use requirements but requiring compliance with operational standards. After public discussion and minor amendments regarding time restrictions, the ordinance passed unanimously on first reading.
What was on the agenda?
This meeting covered 6 agenda items: Approval of Agenda; Appointment of Vice Mayor; National Donate Life Month Proclamation; Consent Agenda; Ordinance 2019-03 - Nightclub Regulations; Small Cell Wireless Ordinance.
How many motions were voted on?
7 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?
2 action items were identified. See the Action Items section above for details and who they were assigned to.
Who attended this meeting?
9 members were recorded as present: Mayor, Michael Napoleone, Village Manager Paul Schofield, Village Attorney Miss Cohen, Mrs. Kim, Council member (who nominated Napoleone), Council member (active in discussions), Miss Newban, Bob Basehart.
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 Wellington in?
Wellington is located in Palm Beach County, Florida. Browse other Palm Beach County meeting summaries to see what local governments across the county are working on.
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