Wellington public meetings in 2023

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss a $1,500,000 Land and Water Conservation Fund grant application for improvements to the Wellington Aquatics Complex. They will also receive presentations from the Palm Beach County Behavioral Health Coalition and reports from the Sheriff's Office and Fire Rescue. The committee will consider approving minutes from September and discuss the 2024 Essay and Art Contest.

• PSC-247: Discussion of $1,500,000 LWCF grant for Wellington Aquatics Complex improvements
• PSC-245: Presentation by Palm Beach County Behavioral Health Coalition
• PSC-243: Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office District 8 report
• PSC-242: Palm Beach County Fire Rescue report
• PSC-246: Discussion of 2024 Public Safety Committee Essay and Art Contest

The committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the September 13, 2023 regular meeting minutes. Presentations were given by the Palm Beach County Behavioral Health Coalition, Sheriff's Office, Fire Rescue, and Solid Waste Authority on lithium battery disposal. A grant application for the Wellington Aquatics Complex was discussed but no action was taken. No substantive policy or funding decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved September 13, 2023 regular meeting minutes (6-0)

Special Magistrate Hearing

This is a procedural special magistrate hearing for code compliance matters. The agenda includes consent items, new business, and fine certification, but no specific cases or details are listed in the provided text.

• Consent agenda (SM-56)
• New business items (SM-57)
• Fine certification (SM-58)

Tree Board

The Wellington Tree Board will review minutes from September 2023 and discuss planning an updated Tree Canopy Study. The board will also review participation in the 2024 Earth/Arbor Day event and the distribution of tree care tips.

• Approval of September 6, 2023 Tree Board minutes
• Discussion on planning an updated Tree Canopy Study
• Review of participation in the 2024 Earth/Arbor Day Event
• Discussion on ordering and distributing tree seedlings
• Review of F.L.O.W.E.R. Award nominations

The Wellington Tree Board held a regular meeting on December 6, 2023. The only formal vote was the unanimous approval of the September 6, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0). The board discussed staff updates on recent plantings, a tree canopy study, participation in the 2024 Earth/Arbor Day event, seedling distribution, F.L.O.W.E.R. Award nominations, and utility bill inserts, but took no other decisions.

• Approved September 6, 2023 Tree Board meeting minutes (6-0)

Equestrian Preserve Committee

The Equestrian Preserve Committee will review an update to the Equestrian Trails Circulation Master Plan. The meeting also includes the consideration and approval of minutes from June 7, June 8, and September 6, 2023.

• Equestrian Trails Circulation Master Plan Update presentation
• Approval of June 7, 2023 EPC Minutes
• Approval of June 8, 2023 EPC Minutes
• Approval of September 6, 2023 EPC Minutes

Village Council

The Village Council will consider approving a $200,000 grant for the Town Center Phase II project and a budget amendment to allocate those funds. The meeting also includes public hearings on vacation rentals, building codes, and two major Lotis development master plan amendments.

• Authorization to amend Water Treatment Plant project budget ($847,230.86)
• Approval of Sodium Hypochlorite contract ($660,000.00)
• Public hearing on Vacation Rentals zoning text amendment
• Public hearing on Lotis Wellington 1 Master Plan Amendment
• Public hearing on Lotis Wellington 2 Master Plan and Conditional Use

The Village Council approved the 2023 Florida Building Code, the FY 2023/2024 Capital Improvements Element, and a zoning text amendment for Multiple Use Planned Development. The council also approved grant agreements and contracts for water treatment and election services. A public hearing on vacation rentals was postponed to January 16, 2024.

• Approved Florida Building Code 8th Edition (2023) (5-0)
• Approved FY 2023/2024 Annual Capital Improvements Element (5-0)
• Approved Multiple Use Planned Development zoning text amendment (5-0)
• Approved Town Center Phase II FRDAP grant agreements (5-0)
• Approved Vote Processing Equipment agreement with Palm Beach County (5-0)
• Approved Water Treatment Plant GMP amendment and task order (5-0)
• Postponed vacation rentals zoning text amendment to Jan 16, 2024
• Approved Consent Agenda items including traffic engineering services (5-0)

Village Council Workshop

The Village Council holds a workshop to review items for an upcoming regular meeting, including several ordinances and resolutions. The most significant items are master plan amendments for the Lotis Wellington 1 and 2 mixed-use projects, which would add hundreds of residential units, commercial space, and recreational amenities. The council also discusses a vacation rental zoning amendment, adoption of new building codes, and contracts for water treatment plant improvements and a Vision Zero action plan.

• Lotis 1 Master Plan Amendment: increase multi-family units from 191 to 378, add medical office and dog park (Resolution R2023-63)
• Lotis 2 Master Plan and Conditional Use: 172 homes, miniature golf, daycare, and conservation area (Resolution R2023-62)
• Ordinance 2023-13: vacation rentals reclassified as special use with new permit and revocation provisions
• Authorization for water treatment plant raw water main project: $847,230.86 GMP amendment and $21,442 task order
• Authorization to award $247,085.27 contract for Traffic Engineering Service for Vision Zero Action Plan

This workshop was held to review the agenda for the December 5, 2023 Regular Council Meeting. Council discussed recognition items, utility contracts, a Vision Zero traffic plan, grants, election services, and a vacation rental ordinance. No formal votes or decisions were made; all items were scheduled for action at the regular meeting.

• Discussed postponing vacation rental ordinance (Item K) to January 16, 2024 – no vote taken
• Reviewed consent and discussion items for Dec. 5 regular meeting – no action taken

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider a petition for an alternative design at Farrell West and a request for signage with technical deviations for Paradise Grills. The board will also discuss the ARB Color Board chart names.

• Petition 2023-0025-ARB: Farrell West Alternative Design
• Petition 2023-0026-ARB: Paradise Grills Signage with Technical Deviations
• Discussion of ARB Color Board Chart Names

The Architectural Review Board approved two new business items unanimously: the Farrell West Alternative Design (Petition 2023-0025-ARB) and Paradise Grills Signage with Technical Deviations (Petition 2023-0026-ARB), both as recommended by staff. The Board also tabled discussion on adding new colors to the ARB Color Board and horizontal fence styles to the next meeting for further review.

• Approved Farrell West Alternative Design (5-0)
• Approved Paradise Grills Signage with Technical Deviations (5-0)
• Approved August 23, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved September 27, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Tabled discussion on new colors and horizontal fence styles for color board

Village Council

The Village Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances that would rezone and change land use for two large properties. One set of ordinances would remove Equestrian Village and White Birch Farms (96.17 acres) from the Equestrian Preserve Area and allow residential development at up to 5 dwelling units per acre. Another ordinance would change land use designations for portions of the Wellington Countryplace PUD to allow equestrian commercial recreation and residential use.

• Ordinance 2023-01: Comprehensive Plan amendment to remove 96.17 acres from Equestrian Preserve Area and change land use from Equestrian Commercial Recreation to Residential D (2.01-5.0 du/ac) at South Shore Blvd and Pierson Rd
• Ordinance 2023-02: Rezoning the same 96.17 acres from Planned Unit Development/Equestrian Overlay Zone District to Planned Unit Development
• Ordinance 2023-04: Comprehensive Plan amendment to change land use for 114.65 acres at Gracida St and Gene Mische Way from Residential B to Equestrian Commercial Recreation, and 5.8 acres from Commercial to Residential B

The Village Council approved first readings of three ordinances: two for the Wellington North project (comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning) and one for the Wellington South comprehensive plan amendment. The Wellington North measures passed 4-1 (Vice Mayor Napoleone dissenting) and allow conversion of 96.17 acres from equestrian to residential uses. The Wellington South amendment passed unanimously 5-0 and reclassifies 114.65 acres from residential to equestrian commercial recreation.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-01 (Wellington North Comprehensive Plan Amendment) on first reading (4-1, Napoleone dissenting)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-02 (Wellington North Rezoning) on first reading (4-1, Napoleone dissenting)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-04 (Wellington South Comprehensive Plan Amendment) on first reading (5-0)
• Unanimously (5-0) approved continuing the meeting past 11:00 p.m.

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Special Magistrate will hold a hearing to address code compliance matters. The agenda includes consent items, new business, and fine certifications.

• Consent items (SM-53)
• New business (SM-54)
• Fine certification (SM-55)

Village Council

The Village Council will consider three ordinances regarding land-use and zoning changes for properties in Wellington, including a rezoning of Equestrian Village and White Birch Farms and amendments to the Comprehensive Plan.

• Ordinance 2023-01: Amend Comprehensive Plan to change Equestrian Village and White Birch Farms from ECR to Residential D (2.01-5.0 du/ac)
• Ordinance 2023-02: Rezone Equestrian Village and White Birch Farms from PUD/EOZD to PUD
• Ordinance 2023-04: Amend Comprehensive Plan for Wellington CountryPlace PUD (Pod F) from Residential B to ECR and Commercial Pod to Residential B

The Village Council continued a meeting that began on November 14 to hear public comments on proposed zoning and comprehensive plan amendments for the Wellington North and South areas. The Council recessed the session until the next day to allow for additional testimony.

• Unanimously (5-0) opened public hearing on Wellington North Comprehensive Plan Amendment
• Unanimously (5-0) closed public hearing on Wellington North Comprehensive Plan Amendment
• Unanimously (5-0) recessed meeting until November 16, 2023
• Unanimously (5-0) recessed meeting until November 16, 2023 (second vote)

Village Council

The Village Council will consider approving three ordinances: a rezoning of Equestrian Village and White Birch Farms from Planned Unit Development/Equestrian Overlay to Planned Unit Development, and two comprehensive plan amendments that would change the land use designations for those properties and Wellington CountryPlace.

• Approval of Quit Claim Deed for Field of Dreams Park grant ($50,000)
• Resolution for FDEP Resilient Florida Program grant for Pump Station #2 ($1,217,318)
• Ordinance 2023-01: Wellington North Comprehensive Plan Amendment
• Ordinance 2023-02: Wellington North Rezoning
• Ordinance 2023-04: Wellington South Comprehensive Plan Amendment

The Village Council approved Ordinance 2023-01, 2023-02, and 2023-04, which amend the zoning and future land use designations for the Wellington North and South areas. The Council also approved a Quit Claim Deed for Field Of Dreams Park and two resolutions for a FDEP Resilient Florida Program grant for Pump Station #2.

• Approved Wellington North Comprehensive Plan Amendment (5-0)
• Approved Wellington North Rezoning (5-0)
• Approved Wellington South Comprehensive Plan Amendment (5-0)
• Approved Quit Claim Deed for Field Of Dreams Park (5-0)
• Approved Resolution AC2023-07 for FDEP Resilient Florida Program Grant (5-0)
• Approved Resolution AC2023-08 Budget Amendment (5-0)
• Continued meeting past 11:00 p.m. to complete public comments (5-0)

Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board

The Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board will hold public hearings on two major development proposals for the Lotis projects on State Road 7. Resolution R2023-63 seeks to amend the Lotis 1 master plan, increasing multi-family units from 191 to 378 and medical office space, adding a public dog park and conservation area. Resolution R2023-62 would approve a master plan and conditional use for Lotis 2, including a 36-hole miniature golf course, daycare, and 172 residential units. The board will also consider approving minutes from five previous meetings.

• Lotis 1: increase multi-family units from 191 to 378, medical office from 40,000 to 50,000 sq ft, add public dog park and 0.84-acre conservation
• Lotis 2: approve 36-hole miniature golf, 8,000 sq ft restaurant/retail, 18,000 sq ft daycare for 210 children, 72 multi-family and 100 single-family units
• Lotis 2 includes 4.24-acre dedicated conservation area and 13.21-acre open space with public multi-use pathway
• Both projects located west of State Road 7, about half a mile north of Forest Hill Boulevard
• Board will vote on resolutions recommending approval to Village Council

The Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board approved two master plan amendments for the Lotis Wellington 1 and Lotis Wellington 2 projects. The board also approved the minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved PZ-0320 July 19, 2023 PZAB minutes (6-1)
• Approved PZ-0321 July 20, 2023 PZAB minutes (6-1)
• Approved PZ-0322 August 16, 2023 PZAB minutes (6-1)
• Approved PZ-0323 September 28, 2023 PZAB minutes (6-1)
• Approved PZ-0325 October 18, 2023 PZAB minutes (6-1)
• Recommended approval on Resolution R 2023-63 Lotis 1 Master Plan (7-0)
• Recommended approval on Resolution R 2023-62 Lotis 2 Master Plan (6-0)
• Opened and closed public comment sessions for both Lotis resolutions

Village Council

The Village Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances: amending vacation rental regulations as a special use, modifying Multiple Use Planned Development (MUPD) zoning to include conservation, and adopting the 8th edition (2023) Florida Building Code. Council will also provide direction on a purchase and sale agreement for Wellington Green Park and authorize various contracts, including demolition of Lake Wellington Professional Center for $250,261.61.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-13 to reclassify vacation rentals as a special use with suspension and revocation provisions.
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-14 to add conservation as a permitted use in MUPD zoning and amend single-use percentage caps.
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-15 adopting the 8th edition (2023) Florida Building Code with local amendments.
• Authorization to utilize contracts for demolition of Lake Wellington Professional Center at 12161 Ken Adams Way for $250,261.61.
• Direction on Letter of Interest and authorization to execute purchase and sale agreement for Wellington Green Park.

The Village Council approved first readings for ordinances regarding vacation rental zoning, multiple use planned development standards, and the adoption of the 8th Edition Florida Building Code. Several infrastructure and utility contracts were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-13 (Vacation Rentals Zoning Text Amendment) on first reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-14 (Multiple Use Planned Development Zoning Text Amendment) on first reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-15 (Florida Building Code 8th Edition adoption) on first reading (5-0)
• Approved contract renewal with Sterling Water Technologies, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Water Treatment Plant Chemical System Improvements Project - Phase II contract and task order (5-0)
• Approved purchase and delivery of quicklime via Southeast Florida Cooperative contract (5-0)
• Approved FY 2024 pathway and sidewalk projects pricing via Palm Beach County contract (5-0)
• Approved demolition contracts for Lake Wellington Professional Center (5-0)

Village Council Workshop

The Village Council will hold a workshop to review the Utilities Meter Replacement Project. The meeting will be live-streamed and recorded, but there will be no public comment.

• Utilities Meter Replacement Project Overview
• No opportunity for public comment
• Live streamed and recorded meeting

The Village Council held a workshop to review a proposed multi-year utilities meter replacement project. Staff and consultants presented options for migrating to Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and discussed a budget of $8 million spread across 2024, 2025, and 2026. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Village Council Workshop

The Village Council is reviewing several ordinances and contracts, including updates to vacation rental regulations and the adoption of the 2023 Florida Building Code. The body is also discussing the sale of Wellington Green Park and various infrastructure projects.

• Ordinance No. 2023-13 to modify vacation rental regulations and establish special use permits
• Ordinance No. 2023-15 adopting the Florida Building Code 8th Edition (2023)
• Authorization for FY 2024 Pathway and Sidewalk Projects totaling approximately $1,241,749
• Demolition of Lake Wellington Professional Center at 12161 Ken Adams Way for $250,261.61
• Contract renewal with Sterling Water Technologies, LLC for approximately $120,000 annually

The Village Council workshop reviewed items for the November 7 regular meeting but took no final votes. The only action was consensus to pull and postpone Agenda Item K (Direction on Letter of Interest/Best Final Offer for Wellington Green Park) until after an attorney-client session, tentatively to December. All other items were discussed and will be voted on at a later meeting.

• Consensus to pull and postpone Wellington Green Park item (Item K) to December

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Village of Wellington will hold a Special Magistrate Hearing to address code compliance matters, including consent items, new business, and fine certification.

• SM-50 Consent items scheduled
• SM-51 New business items scheduled
• SM-52 Fine certification scheduled

Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board

The Board will review previous meeting minutes and receive two presentations. One presentation concerns the Palm Beach County Transportation Planning Agency and the other covers the Wellington Green and State Road 7 study.

• Approval of July 19, July 20, August 16, and September 28 meeting minutes
• Presentation by the Palm Beach County Transportation Planning Agency
• Presentation of the Wellington Green and State Road 7 Study Final Report

The Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board met on October 18, 2023, but lacked a quorum, so no formal votes or decisions were made. Members heard presentations from the Palm Beach County Transportation Planning Agency on a multimodal corridor study and from the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council on the Wellington Green and State Road 7 study. The minutes are to be approved at the next meeting.

Village Council

The Village Council will consider multiple ordinances regarding land use and zoning amendments. These include changing designations for Equestrian Village, White Birch Farms, and portions of the Wellington CountryPlace PUD.

• Ordinance 2023-01: Amends the Equestrian Preserve Area boundary and changes 96.17 acres at South Shore Blvd and Pierson Road to Residential E
• Ordinance 2023-02: Rezones 96.29 acres of Equestrian Village and White Birch Farms from PUD/EOZD to PUD
• Ordinance 2023-04: Amends land use for 114.65 acres in Wellington CountryPlace PUD from Residential B to ECR, and 5.8 acres from Commercial to Residential B

Village Council

The Village Council will consider three ordinances regarding land-use and zoning changes for the Equestrian Village and White Birch Farms properties, totaling approximately 96 acres, and amendments to the Wellington CountryPlace PUD.

• Ordinance 2023-01: Amend Comprehensive Plan to change Equestrian Village and White Birch Farms from Equestrian Commercial Recreation to Residential E (3-8 du/ac)
• Ordinance 2023-02: Amend zoning from Planned Unit Development/Equestrian Overlay District to Planned Unit Development for Equestrian Village and White Birch Farms
• Ordinance 2023-04: Amend Comprehensive Plan for Wellington CountryPlace PUD to change Pod F phases from Residential B to Equestrian Commercial Recreation

Village Council

The Wellington Village Council will hold public hearings and decide on three ordinances that would rezone and change land use designations for nearly 200 acres, including converting Equestrian Village and White Birch Farms from equestrian to residential use. The council will also consider consent agenda items awarding contracts for road resurfacing, drainage infrastructure, lawn maintenance, and employee health insurance.

• Ordinance 2023-01: Comprehensive plan amendment to change land use for 96.17 acres at South Shore Boulevard and Pierson Road from Equestrian Commercial Recreation to Residential E (3-8 du/ac).
• Ordinance 2023-02: Rezoning Equestrian Village and White Birch Farms from PUD/Equestrian Overlay to PUD, removing them from the Equestrian Preserve Area.
• Ordinance 2023-04: Comprehensive plan amendment for Wellington CountryPlace PUD: 114.65 acres from Residential B to Equestrian Commercial Recreation, and 5.8 acres from Commercial to Residential B.
• Consent: Award $135,841.20 contract to Haverland Ag Innovations for Amphitheater Lawn Maintenance.
• Consent: Approve CIGNA health insurance plan at $6.32 million annually for employees, plus dental, vision, and life/disability coverage.

The Village Council postponed three public hearings regarding comprehensive plan amendments and rezoning for Wellington North and South to November 14-16, 2023. The Council also approved a consent agenda covering various public works contracts and employee insurance renewals.

• Continued public hearings for Wellington North Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Nov 14-16 (5-0)
• Continued public hearings for Wellington North Rezoning to Nov 14-16 (5-0)
• Continued public hearings for Wellington South Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Nov 14-16 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including surface water drainage and sewer contracts (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including village-wide asphalt milling and resurfacing contracts (5-0)
• Approved contract for amphitheater lawn maintenance (5-0)
• Approved employee health, dental, vision, and life insurance agreements (5-0)
• Moved Regular Village Council Meeting to November 7, 2023 (5-0)

Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board

The Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board will hold public hearings on two proposed zoning text amendments. One ordinance would modify vacation rental regulations, requiring a special use permit and adding suspension/revocation provisions. The other would amend Multiple Use Planned Development (MUPD) standards to allow conservation as a permitted use and adjust the maximum percentage for a single use. Old business includes a limited public hearing on The Wellington North project.

• Ordinance 2023-13: Vacation Rentals Zoning Text Amendment - making vacation rentals a special use with permit requirements
• Ordinance 2023-14: MUPD Zoning Text Amendment - adding conservation as a permitted use type and amending single-use percentage maximum
• PZ-0312 The Wellington North - Limited Public Hearing (old business)
• No dollar amounts or specific property addresses listed for the items

The Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board unanimously recommended approval of an ordinance to reclassify vacation rentals as a special use and establish enforcement provisions. The board also reaffirmed prior recommendations for the Wellington North project and approved a zoning text amendment for multiple-use planned development.

• Reaffirmed prior recommendations for Wellington North CPA (6-0)
• Reaffirmed prior recommendations for Wellington North Rezoning (6-0)
• Reaffirmed prior recommendations for Wellington North Master Plan Amendment (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2023-14 (MUPD zoning text amendment) (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2023-13 (vacation rental zoning text amendment) with revisions (5-1)
• Moved November meeting to November 8, 2023

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider three new business items: signage for Green Village Dental Care, site and building improvements for Wellington Sports Academy at Wellington Community Park, and a residential development called Lotis Wellington 1. The board will also hold a discussion on its color board guidelines. Public comment and board deliberation are scheduled.

• ARB-294: Petition for signage at Green Village Dental Care (Wellington Green MUPD B)
• ARB-296: Petition for Wellington Sports Academy improvements at Wellington Community Park (site plan, building elevations, signage)
• ARB-293: Petition for Lotis Wellington 1 residential development (building elevations, roofing material)
• ARB-295: Discussion on ARB color board guidelines and color chart names

The Architectural Review Board approved three petitions for signage and elevations with technical deviations. The board also discussed a proposed color chart, with staff instructed to update it for the next meeting.

• Approved Green Village Dental Care signage (7-0)
• Approved Wellington Sports Academy elevations/colors (6-0)
• Approved Lotis Wellington 1 petition (7-0)
• Discussed ARB Color Board chart; staff to update for next meeting

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Village of Wellington is holding a Special Magistrate Hearing to address code compliance. The meeting includes a consent agenda, new business, and fine certifications.

• Consent items (SM-47)
• New business items (SM-48)
• Fine certifications (SM-49)

Village Council

The Village Council will hold a second public hearing to adopt the FY 2023/2024 millage rate and annual budget. The consent agenda includes authorizations for a $108,750 digital text messaging contract, a $50,000 annual lobbying services contract, and $860,678 for vehicle and equipment purchases. Additionally, the Council will consider agreements for landscaping on State Road 7 and negotiating a padel court construction at the Tennis Center.

• Second public hearing to adopt the FY 2023/2024 millage rate and budget (Resolutions R2023-58 and R2023-59)
• Authorization for a five-year $108,750 sole source agreement with Selectron Technologies for SelecTXT text messaging
• Authorization to award a $50,000 annual lobbying contract to Coker Consulting and Screven Watson & Associates
• Authorization to utilize contracts for $860,678 in vehicle and equipment purchases and dispose of surplus equipment
• Authorization to negotiate a comprehensive agreement with 10BY20, LLC for construction, operation, and maintenance of padel courts at Wellington Tennis Center

The Village Council unanimously approved the annual budget and set the tax levy and millage rate at 2.47 mills for the fiscal year starting October 1, 2023. The Council also approved several consent items related to landscaping, vehicle procurement, and a code compliance lien reduction.

• Approved FY 2023/2024 millage rate at 2.47 mills (4-0)
• Approved FY 2023/2024 annual budget (4-0)
• Approved sole source agreement for Building SelectXT project (4-0)
• Approved contract for lobbying services (4-0)
• Approved purchase and delivery of vehicles and equipment and disposal of surplus equipment (4-0)
• Approved amendment for Big Blue Trace landscape and irrigation design services (4-0)
• Approved negotiation of agreement for padel courts construction and maintenance (4-0)
• Approved code compliance lien reduction for 10726 Versailles Blvd (4-0)

Education Committee

The Education Committee will consider and approve the selection of a Chair and Vice Chair, assign school SAC liaisons, and receive presentations from the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office on school traffic and from Palm Beach County School District representatives on Wellington schools. The committee will also approve the meeting agenda and minutes from the prior meeting.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Assignment of school SAC liaisons
• Presentation by Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office on traffic at schools
• Presentation by Palm Beach County School District on Wellington schools
• Approval of minutes from August 1, 2023 meeting

Village Council Workshop

The Wellington Village Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including the second public hearing to adopt the FY2023/2024 millage rate and annual budget. Other major items include authorizing a sole source contract for digital text messaging services ($108,750), a lobbying contract ($50,000 annually), vehicle and equipment purchases ($860,678.03), and negotiations for padel courts at the Wellington Tennis Center. There will be no public comment at this workshop.

• Second public hearing to adopt FY2023/2024 millage rate and budget (Resolutions R2023-58 and R2023-59)
• Authorization of sole source master services agreement with Selectron Technologies for SelecTXT text messaging, $108,750 over five years
• Authorization of lobbying services contract with Coker Consulting/Screven Watson, $50,000 annually
• Vehicle and equipment purchase using state contracts, $860,678.03, plus disposal of surplus equipment
• Authorization to negotiate a comprehensive agreement with 10BY20, LLC for padel courts at Wellington Tennis Center

The Village Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget and millage rate during a second public hearing. The meeting also included authorizations for various contracts, including vehicle purchases, landscaping, and a sole-source agreement for a building project.

• Adopted FY 2023/2024 budget and millage rate (Resolution R2023-58 and R2023-59)
• Authorized sole-source Master Services and Hosting Agreement for Building Selectxt Project
• Authorized award of contract for Lobbying Services
• Authorized utilization of contracts for vehicle and equipment purchase and disposal of surplus
• Authorized amendment to existing purchase order for Big Blue Trace landscape and irrigation design
• Authorized negotiation of comprehensive agreement for construction, operation, and maintenance of Padel Courts
• Accepted Amendment No. 1 to FDOT landscape maintenance agreement for median of SR 7
• Accepted agreement with Wellington Regional Medical Center for median landscaping on SR 7

Senior Advisory Committee

The Senior Advisory Committee will approve previous meeting minutes, receive a presentation on the Vision Zero traffic safety initiative, hear staff updates, and discuss any old or new business. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from July 14, 2023 meeting
• Presentation on Vision Zero traffic safety initiative
• Staff updates

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review reports from the Palm Beach County School District Police, Fire Rescue, and Sheriff's Office District 8, along with a presentation on the Bike Wellington brochure and a discussion regarding a 2024 essay contest.

• Palm Beach County School District Police presentation
• Palm Beach County Fire Rescue report
• Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office District 8 Wellington report
• Presentation of the Bike Wellington brochure
• Discussion of the 2024 Essay Contest

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from June 14, 2023. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports and presentations regarding school police, fire rescue, and crime trends.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved June 14, 2023 regular meeting minutes (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to nominate and select a Chair and Vice Chair. The board will also receive an update from Ms. Quickel regarding penny sales tax revenue.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Update on penny sales tax revenue

Tree Board

The Tree Board will meet to review recent plantings and project status updates. Members will discuss the planning of an updated Tree Canopy Study for Wellington and review F.L.O.W.E.R. Award nominations.

• Discussion on the status of planning an updated Tree Canopy Study
• Staff updates on recent plantings and projects
• Review of F.L.O.W.E.R. Award nominations
• Approval of June 7, 2023 meeting minutes

The Tree Board approved the June 7, 2023 meeting minutes and discussed the status of an updated Tree Canopy Study. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Approved June 7, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Discussed status of updated Tree Canopy Study
• Discussed F.L.O.W.E.R. Award nominations
• Adjourned at 2:55 PM (6-0)

Equestrian Preserve Committee

The Committee will hear a presentation on the 2023 Equestrian Trails Circulation Master Plan Update, along with updates on bicycle safety and a speed study in the equestrian preserve area. A discussion on bridle trail safety is also scheduled. Minutes from the June 7 and June 8 meetings are proposed for approval.

• Presentation of 2023 Equestrian Trails Circulation Master Plan Update
• Presentation of Equestrian Preserve Area 2023 Speed Study
• Bicycle safety discussion
• Bridle Trail Safety Discussion
• Approval of June 7 and June 8, 2023 meeting minutes

Village Council

The Village Council will consider approving the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget and water/wastewater rates, as well as a comprehensive update to the Village's code of ordinances. The meeting also includes authorizing contracts for generators and utility maintenance, and a public hearing on the proposed millage rate.

• Approval of FY 2023/2024 Water and Wastewater Utility Budget and Rates
• Authorization to award $203,547.42 contract for two diesel generators
• Approval of Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office FY2024 budget and contract
• Public hearing on proposed FY 2023/2024 millage rate and budget
• Approval of Ordinance No. 2023-12 amending the Wellington Code of Ordinances

The Village Council approved the Fiscal Year 2024 budget, millage rate, and water and wastewater utility rates. They also adopted a resolution to release 130 code violations liens and approved a resolution for the Drowning Prevention Coalition 'BUCK' program.

• Approved FY 2024 General Fund budget ($137.7M) and millage rate (2.47 mills)
• Approved FY 2024 Water and Wastewater utility budget ($28.2M) and rates
• Approved Ordinance 2023-12 amending 7 chapters of the Code of Ordinances
• Approved release of 130 code violations liens
• Approved resolution for Drowning Prevention Coalition 'BUCK' program vouchers
• Approved contracts for two diesel generators and utility process control maintenance
• Approved agreements with Florida Power & Light, Crown Castle Fiber, and Hotwire Communications
• Approved Law Enforcement Services Plan (LESP) for FY23 and FY24 budget with Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office

Village Council Workshop

The Village Council will conduct the first public hearing on the proposed FY2023/2024 operating and capital budget, including the ad valorem millage rate. They also consider several resolutions and contracts, including awards for diesel generators, utility maintenance, and agreements to underground power lines. The agenda includes approval of the Local Housing Assistance Plan amendment, the annual Affordable Housing Incentives Report, and the Law Enforcement Services Plan with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office. A first reading of code amendments across multiple chapters is also scheduled.

• First public hearing on proposed FY2023/2024 millage rate and budget
• Award contract for two diesel generators to Dan Enterprises Team, LLC for $203,547.42
• Authorization to award multiple utility process control maintenance contracts totaling ~$104,000 annually
• Approval of amendment to Local Housing Assistance Plan for FY2022/2023-2024/2025
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-12 amending several code chapters

The Council held a workshop to review the agenda for the September 5, 2023 regular meeting. No votes were taken or formal actions approved during this session. Discussion covered items including generator contracts, utility maintenance, housing assistance plan, law enforcement services, and budget hearings.

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will review multiple petitions regarding building elevations, materials, and site plans. Items include self-storage, residential elevations, and aquatic center designs.

• Lock Up Self-Storage at Iorizzo (Petition 2023-0016-ARB)
• Lotis Wellington 1 Elevations and Materials (Petition 2023-0017-ARB)
• Farrell Wellington Estates elevations and materials (Petition 2023-0018-ARB)
• Bank of America Signage with Technical Deviations at Courtyard Shoppes Outparcel (Petition 2023-0019-ARB)
• 12539 Wellington Preserve Boulevard Alternative Design (Petition 2023-0020-ARB)

The Board approved elevations, materials, and signage for several commercial and residential projects. Decisions included approvals for a self-storage facility, a bank sign, and the Wellington Aquatic Center.

• Approved July 26, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved The Lock Up Self-Storage at Iorizzo elevations, colors, materials, and signage (6-0)
• Approved Lotis Wellington 1 elevations and materials (5-1)
• Approved Farrell Wellington Estates elevations and materials, including modified Model 5500 (6-0)
• Approved Bank of America signage with technical deviations (6-0)
• Approved 12539 Wellington Preserve Boulevard alternative design (6-0)
• Approved Wellington Aquatic Center elevations, colors, materials, and signage (6-0)

Special Magistrate Hearing

This is a procedural meeting of the Special Magistrate for code compliance matters. The agenda includes consent items, new business, and fine certifications, but no specific cases or details are listed in the provided text.

Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board

The Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board is reviewing several comprehensive plan amendments, rezoning requests, and master plan updates. These items involve changing land use designations for residential and equestrian commercial properties in the Wellington North and South areas.

• Ordinance 2023-04: Land use change for 114.65 acres at Gracida Street and Gene Mische Way to Equestrian Commercial Recreation
• Resolution R2023-02: Master plan amendment for Wellington CountryPlace PUD to reduce overall dwelling units by 51
• Ordinance 2023-01: Land use changes for Coach House, Equestrian Village, and White Birch Farms to Residential E
• Ordinance 2023-02: Rezoning of 96.29 acres at South Shore Boulevard and Pierson Road from PUD/EOZD to PUD
• Resolution R2023-01: Master plan amendment to assign 300 dwelling units to POD 30C

The Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board approved Ordinance No. 2023-04 and Resolution No. R2023-02 for the Wellington South Comprehensive Plan and Master Plan amendments. The Board denied Wellington North Comprehensive Plan Ordinance No. 2023-01, Rezoning Ordinance No. 2023-02, and Master Plan Resolution No. R2023-01, tabling them until a Compatibility Determination for Pod F is submitted.

• Approved Wellington South Comprehensive Plan Ordinance No. 2023-04 (5-2)
• Approved Wellington South Master Plan Resolution No. R2023-02 (6-1)
• Denied Wellington North Comprehensive Plan Ordinance No. 2023-01 (5-2)
• Denied Wellington North Rezoning Ordinance No. 2023-02 (5-2)
• Denied Wellington North Master Plan Resolution No. R2023-01 (5-2)
• Opened public comments (2-2)
• Closed public comments (2-2)
• Moved September PZAB meeting to September 28, 2023

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss two grant applications for recreational improvements and a resolution to amend the Local Housing Assistance Plan. Members are also scheduled to review the 2023 Annual Housing Incentives Report.

• $50,000 FRDAP grant application for Field of Dreams Park improvements
• $200,000 FRDAP grant application for Tennis Center improvements
• Resolution R2023-41 regarding amendments to the Local Housing Assistance Plan (FY 2022/2023 - 2024/2025)
• Annual Housing Incentives Report

The committee approved an amendment to the local housing assistance plan and the annual housing incentives report. The meeting also included a discussion on recreational development grant applications.

• Approved December 6, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2023-41 for LHAP amendments (7-0)
• Approved Annual Housing Incentives Report (7-0)
• Discussed 2024 FRDAP grant applications for Field of Dreams Park ($50,000) and Tennis Center ($200,000)

Village Council

The council will vote on a budget amendment appropriating $33.3 million in bond proceeds for the Wellington Community Park Improvement Project, along with multiple contracts and grants. A public hearing is scheduled for a comprehensive code amendment addressing citations and state law updates. The meeting also includes a presentation on a proposed padel court facility at the Tennis Center.

• Resolution R2023-45: Budget amendment appropriating $33,300,000 in bond proceeds for Wellington Community Park improvement
• Authorization to award $959,716.60 contract to J. Rawn Enterprises for Environmental Preserve boardwalk refurbishment
• Authorization to award $278,626 construction manager at risk contract to Wharton-Smith for Aquatics Facility
• Authorization to award $229,556.26 contract to Advanced Green Technologies for TropOs solar power expansion
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-12: text amendments to multiple code chapters for citation efficiency and state law compliance

The Village Council approved budgets and assessment rates for the Acme Improvement District, Solid Waste Collection, Lake Wellington Professional Centre, and Saddle Trail Park Neighborhood Improvement District. The Council also approved a series of contracts and grants via a consent agenda.

• Approved Resolution No. AC2023-04 for Acme Improvement District budget (4-1)
• Approved Resolution No. R2023-42 for Solid Waste Collection budget (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2022-43 for Lake Wellington Professional Centre budget (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2022-44 for Saddle Trail Park Neighborhood Improvement District budget (5-0)
• Approved contract for Tropos Solar Power Expansion Project (5-0)
• Approved construction manager at risk contract for Aquatics Facility (5-0)
• Approved $500,000 grant for Marjorie Stoneman Douglas Nature, Arts & Cultural Center (5-0)
• Approved new interlocal agreement with Palm Beach County for Quercus Lane traffic control (5-0)

Village Council Workshop

The Village Council will meet to discuss capital outlay information for utilities and governmental services. No public comment will be taken during this workshop.

• Utilities Capital Outlay Information
• Governmental Capital Outlay Information

The Village Council held a budget workshop to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2024 Capital Improvement Plan, totaling $21 million. Staff presented utility and governmental capital projects, including water, wastewater, and facility upgrades. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the session was informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded during workshop

Village Council Workshop

The Village Council will adopt budgets and assessment rates for several districts, including the Acme Improvement District and Wellington Solid Waste Collection. The council also plans to award contracts for the TropOs Solar Power Expansion, Aquatics Facility construction, and Wellington Environmental Preserve boardwalk refurbishment.

• Adoption of FY 2023/2024 budgets for Acme Improvement District, Solid Waste Collection, Lake Wellington Professional Centre, and Saddle Trail Park
• Authorization to award contract for TropOs Solar Power Expansion Project ($229,556.26)
• Authorization to award contract for Aquatics Facility construction ($278,626.00)
• Authorization to award contract for Wellington Environmental Preserve boardwalk refurbishment ($959,716.60)
• Approval of $33,300,000 in bond proceeds for Wellington Community Park Improvement project

The Village Council held a workshop on August 7, 2023, to review items scheduled for the next regular council meeting. No formal decisions or votes were made during this workshop; discussions covered a proclamation, budgets, a community survey, minutes, and several contracts. The only consensus reached was on potential meeting dates for the Wellington North/South development item.

• Consensus reached on potential meeting dates for Wellington North/South (September 12-14 and November 14-16)

Education Committee

The Wellington Education Committee will consider approving the meeting agenda and minutes from May 2, 2023. The main new business is a presentation on Keely Spinelli 2023/2024 Grant Funding. The meeting also includes public comments and staff reports.

• Approval of August 1, 2023 meeting agenda (EC-152)
• Approval of May 2, 2023 meeting minutes (EC-153)
• Keely Spinelli 2023/2024 Grant Presentations (EC-151)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to approve minutes from a previous session and consider a petition for a pergola design at 13574 Northumberland Circle. The board will also hear public and staff comments.

• Approval of June 28, 2023 ARB meeting minutes
• Petition 2023-0014-ARB for a pergola at 13574 Northumberland Circle
• Review of engineering plans and justification statement

The Architectural Review Board approved two items: the June 28, 2023 meeting minutes and an alternative design petition for a residence at 13574 Northumberland Circle. Both passed unanimously (4-0) with three board members excused. The meeting adjourned at 7:10 PM.

• Approved June 28, 2023 ARB meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Petition 2023-0014-ARB for alternative design at 13574 Northumberland Circle (4-0)

Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board

The Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board is reviewing several proposals regarding the Wellington Countryplace and Wellington North Planned Unit Developments. These items include comprehensive plan amendments, rezoning requests, and master plan updates involving residential and equestrian commercial designations.

• Amendment to change 114.65 acres at Gracida Street and Gene Mische Way from Residential B to Equestrian Commercial Recreation
• Master Plan amendment to consolidate various pods into Pod E totaling 173.46 acres
• Reduction of total dwelling units for Wellington Countryplace PUD by 51 units
• Amendment to change land use for Coach House, Equestrian Village, and White Birch Farms to Residential E
• Rezoning of 96.29 acres at South Shore Boulevard and Pierson Road from PUD/Equestrian Overlay to PUD

The Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board continued a meeting to August 16, 2023, to complete public comments on Wellington South comprehensive plan amendments. The board also voted to close public comment and extend the session to 11 p.m. No substantive decisions were made on the ordinances.

• Extended meeting to 11 p.m. (7-0)
• Closed public comment (7-0)
• Continued meeting to August 16, 2023 (7-0)

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Village of Wellington is conducting a Special Magistrate Hearing regarding code compliance. The meeting includes items for consent, new business, and fine certification.

• Consent items (SM-41)
• New business (SM-42)
• Fine certification (SM-43)

Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board

The Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board is reviewing comprehensive plan amendments, rezoning requests, and master plan updates for the Wellington CountryPlace PUD and other properties. These proposals include changing land use designations between residential and equestrian commercial recreation and adjusting dwelling unit counts.

• Ordinance 2023-04: Amend 114.65 acres at Gracida Street and Gene Mische Way to Equestrian Commercial Recreation
• Resolution R2023-02: Reduce overall dwelling unit count for Wellington CountryPlace PUD by 51 units to a total of 391
• Ordinance 2023-01: Remove 96.29 acres (Equestrian Village and White Birch Farms) from the Equestrian Preserve Area boundary
• Ordinance 2023-02: Rezone 96.29 acres at South Shore Boulevard and Pierson Road from PUD/EOZD to PUD
• Resolution R2023-01: Assign 300 dwelling units (22 single-family and 278 multi-family) to Pod 30C

The Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board voted unanimously to continue the public hearing on several interconnected development proposals for Wellington South and North to the following evening (July 20) to allow additional public comment. No final decisions were made on the proposed comprehensive plan amendments, rezoning, or master plan amendments. The board also unanimously elected Jeffrey Robbert as Chair and John Bowers as Vice-Chair and approved the prior meeting's minutes.

• Elected Jeffrey Robbert as Chair (7-0)
• Elected John Bowers as Vice-Chair (8-0)
• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Continued public hearing on PZ-0298/PZ-0300/PZ-0301/PZ-0302 to July 20 at 7 p.m. (7-0)

Senior Advisory Committee

The Senior Advisory Committee will receive the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office Annual Report and consider approval of minutes from the May 11, 2023 meeting. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation of Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office Annual Report
• Approval of minutes from May 11, 2023 meeting

Village Council

The Village Council will vote on preliminary tax rates for Wellington and its improvement districts, and approve contracts for water treatment and road base projects. The meeting also includes a public hearing on an ordinance moving the municipal election date.

• Ad valorem millage rate set at 2.47 mills
• Contract for Water Treatment Plant Emergency Generator 3 Replacement ($2,940,600)
• Contract for Boys and Girls Club shade structure ($162,451.20)
• Ordinance moving municipal election to presidential preference primary
• Comprehensive plan amendment for Parcel B of Polo House

The Village Council approved preliminary Truth-in-Millage (TRIM) rates for Wellington, the Acme Improvement District, and the Saddle Trail Park Neighborhood Improvement District. The proposed FY 2024 budget is $134 million, an increase of $5.5 million over the previous year. Several infrastructure contracts and administrative resolutions were also approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved preliminary ad valorem millage rate of 2.47 mils (5-0)
• Approved preliminary non-ad valorem assessment rates for Acme Improvement District (5-0)
• Approved preliminary non-ad valorem assessment rates for Saddle Trail Park Neighborhood Improvement District (5-0)
• Approved contract for Water Reclamation Facility Anaerobic Selector Project
• Approved GMP amendment for Water Treatment Plant Emergency Generator 3 Replacement Project
• Approved contract for Boys and Girls Club shade structure project
• Approved abandonment of drainage easement at 13808 Fairlane Court
• Approved FY 2023/2024 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant Program

Village Council Workshop

The Village Council is holding a workshop to discuss utilities. This is a discussion-based meeting with no opportunity for public comment.

• Utilities workshop and discussion

The Village Council held a workshop on July 10, 2023, to review utility rate projections, capital improvement funding, and a potential PFAS contamination lawsuit. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the discussion was informational, with staff directed to provide further details at a future meeting.

Village Council Workshop

The Village Council is reviewing preliminary tax and assessment rates for the 2023-2024 budget. The body is also considering several high-value contracts for water treatment and reclamation facility upgrades. Additionally, the council will discuss short-term rental regulations and the Wellington Green Mall.

• Proposed ad valorem millage rate of 2.47 mills for Wellington
• Water Treatment Plant emergency generator replacement contract for $2,940,600
• Purchase of dHCI servers and storage for $435,210.40
• Contract for Boys and Girls Club shade structure for $162,451.20
• Land use amendment for Parcel B of Polo House from Open Space Recreation to Residential C

The Village Council held a workshop to review the agenda for the July 11 regular meeting. Items discussed included preliminary TRIM rates, water infrastructure projects, auditing services, and a policy for honorary street co-naming. No votes or final actions were taken at the workshop.

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider two petitions: a color board modification for Sprite Twist and an alternative material request for hedges at Channing Villas. The board also plans to appoint a chair and vice chair and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Old Business: Petition 2023-0010-ARB – Color Board Modification (Sprite Twist)
• New Business: Petition 2023-0012-ARB – Channing Villas Alternative Material for Hedges
• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of May 24, 2023 meeting minutes

The Architectural Review Board voted on two major items: approved a request from Channing Villas to use alternative material for hedges (5-0), and denied a color board modification for Sprite Twist (2-3). The board also appointed Stacy Somers as Chair and Maria Antuna as Vice Chair, and approved the previous meeting's minutes as amended.

• Appointed Stacy Somers as Chair (5-0)
• Appointed Maria Antuna as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)
• Denied Petition 2023-0010-ARB Color Board Modification for Sprite Twist (2-3)
• Approved Petition 2023-0012-ARB Channing Villas Alternative Material for Hedges (5-0)

Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board

The meeting scheduled for June 21, 2023, was cancelled. The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

Special Magistrate Hearing

The agenda is procedural, listing only standard sections (consent, new business, fine certification) with no specific case details provided. No substantive items are described in the posted agenda.

• Consent agenda (SM-38) – no details listed
• New business (SM-39) – no details listed
• Fine certification (SM-40) – no details listed

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will elect a new Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes updates from the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office and Fire Rescue, as well as a presentation on Vision Zero and Safe Streets.

• Selection of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of March 8, 2023, meeting minutes
• Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office District 8 report
• Palm Beach County Fire Rescue report
• Vision Zero and Safe Streets presentation

The Wellington Public Safety Committee unanimously approved Mohammad Junaid Akther as chair and Jacqueline Hutman as vice chair (6-0). The committee also approved the agenda and the minutes from March 8. The committee denied the Top Cop award to Detective Timothy Barbusio (1-5) and the Top Firefighter award to Captain Cecilia Eaton (0-5). Reports were presented by the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office and Fire Rescue.

• Approved chair and vice chair selections (6-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved March 8 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Denied Top Cop award to Detective Timothy Barbusio (1-5)
• Denied Top Firefighter award to Captain Cecilia Eaton (0-5)

Village Council

The Village Council is meeting to discuss the issuance of public improvement revenue bonds for the Wellington Community Park. The body is also reviewing several service contracts and a request to reduce code compliance liens.

• Proposed issuance of Series 2023 taxable public improvement revenue bonds not exceeding $34,000,000 for Wellington Community Park
• Contract for laser grade of 21 tennis courts with Fast Dry Courts, Inc. for $163,995
• Engineering consulting services for Wellington Environmental Preserve (Section 24) Expansion Project for $379,944
• Request to reduce code compliance liens for 14082 Wellington Trace from $297,577.12 to $5,000
• Annual insurance brokerage services contract renewal with The Gehring Group, Inc. for approximately $252,784.64

The Village Council unanimously approved Amendment No. 3 to the Comprehensive Agreement for design, development, construction, and operation of Wellington Community Park, along with Resolution No. R2023-29 authorizing up to $34 million in public improvement revenue bonds for the project. The Council also appointed John Bowers and Diana Stevens to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (4-0, one recusal) and approved a $20,000 code compliance lien reduction payment plan for 14082 Wellington Trace. The consent agenda, including contract renewals and a tennis court laser grading contract, was approved 5-0.

• Approved Amendment No. 3 to Comprehensive Agreement for Wellington Community Park (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2023-29 authorizing up to $34M bond issuance for park (5-0)
• Appointed John Bowers and Diana Stevens to Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (4-0, Siskind recused)
• Approved $20,000 lien reduction payment plan over 18 months for 14082 Wellington Trace (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, palm tree pruning contract renewal, tennis court laser grading contract, engineering services for Environmental Preserve expansion, insurance brokerage renewal, and ACME easement agreement (5-0)
• Recognized Captain Rolando Silva on his retirement from PBSO District 8 (unanimous recognition)
• Received PBSO District 8 FY22 Annual Report (informational, no vote)
• Added recognition item and moved two consent items to regular agenda (unanimous agenda amendment)

Equestrian Preserve Committee

The Equestrian Preserve Committee will discuss and vote on Ordinance No. 2023-04, which adopts the Wellington South Comprehensive Plan, and Resolution No. R2023-02, which amends the Wellington South Master Plan. The committee will also elect a new chair and vice chair.

• Ordinance No. 2023-04: Wellington South Comprehensive Plan
• Resolution No. R2023-02: Wellington South Master Plan Amendment
• Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Public Comments period
• Village of Wellington, 12300 Forest Hill Blvd

Tree Board

The Wellington Tree Board will review past minutes, discuss a new tree canopy study, and hold an annual election for chairperson and vice chairperson.

• Review of March 1, 2023 Tree Board minutes
• Discussion on planning an updated Tree Canopy Study
• Annual election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Recap of the 2023 Earth/Arbor Day event
• Staff updates on recent tree plantings and projects

The Tree Board unanimously re-elected Debbie Evans as Chairperson and Kathy Siena as Vice Chairperson. The board also approved the March 1, 2023 meeting minutes and discussed a Tree Canopy Study.

• Re-elected Debbie Evans as Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Kathy Siena as Vice Chairperson (5-0)
• Approved March 1, 2023 Tree Board minutes (5-0)
• Added Botanical Garden to agenda under Old Business (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:12 PM (5-0)

Equestrian Preserve Committee

The Equestrian Preserve Committee is discussing several comprehensive plan amendments and rezonings that would remove Equestrian Village and White Birch Farms from the Equestrian Preserve Area, allowing residential development. They will also consider a similar amendment and master plan change for the Wellington South area. The committee may vote to recommend these changes to the Village Council.

• Ordinance 2023-01: Comprehensive plan amendment to remove 96.29 acres (Equestrian Village and White Birch Farms) from the Equestrian Preserve Area boundary
• Ordinance 2023-02: Rezoning of those same 96.29 acres from Planned Unit Development/Equestrian Overlay to Planned Unit Development
• Ordinance 2023-04: Comprehensive plan amendment for 114.65 acres at Gracida Street and Gene Mische Way to Equestrian Commercial Recreation, and other land use changes totaling 173.46 acres
• Resolution R2023-02: Master plan amendment for Wellington Countryplace PUD to consolidate pods, reduce dwelling units by 2, and add equestrian commercial venues
• Election of committee chair and vice chair

Village Council Workshop

The Village Council is reviewing several contract awards and renewals, including projects for tennis courts and environmental preserve expansion. The body is also discussing a bond issuance to finance the Wellington Community Park. A request to reduce a code compliance lien at 14082 Wellington Trace is also on the agenda.

• Proposed $34,000,000 bond issuance for Wellington Community Park
• Contract for laser grading of 21 tennis courts with Fast Dry Courts, Inc. for $163,995
• Engineering consulting for Wellington Environmental Preserve expansion with Mock, Roos & Associates, Inc. for $379,944
• Request to reduce code compliance liens at 14082 Wellington Trace from $297,577.12 to $5,000
• Renewal of insurance brokerage services with The Gehring Group, Inc. for approximately $252,784.64 annually

The Village Council held a workshop to review agenda items for the upcoming June 13 meeting, including the approval of a community park bond and the expansion of the Wellington Environmental Preserve. No formal votes were taken during this session.

• Reviewed agenda for June 13 Regular Council Meeting
• Discussed authorization to award contract for laser grading of 21 tennis courts
• Discussed authorization to award contract for tree pruning and root pruning
• Discussed authorization to provide engineering consulting for Wellington Environmental Preserve expansion
• Discussed authorization to renew contract for insurance brokerage services
• Discussed resolution to appoint members to fill vacancies on Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
• Discussed code compliance lien reduction for 14082 Wellington Trace
• Discussed resolution to approve easement agreement for Acme Improvement District

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to approve past minutes, elect new leadership, and receive an update on penny sales tax revenue.

• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2022 and October 25, 2022
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Update on penny sales tax revenue

Village Council

The Village Council will consider an ordinance to amend the Future Land Use Map for Parcel B of Polo House at Palm Beach Polo and Country Club POA, Inc., changing the designation from Open Space Recreation to Residential C. The Council will also discuss options for Wellington Green Park and a potential foreclosure action regarding a dog park.

• Public forum request from Helena Munoz regarding Airbnbs
• Ordinance 2023-05 to amend Future Land Use Map for Parcel B of Polo House
• Discussion regarding letter of interest for Wellington Green Park
• Discussion on including Wellington Cypress Golf parcel in Dog Park Lien Foreclosure

The Village Council unanimously approved a comprehensive plan amendment to rezone 22.98 acres of Polo House property from open space to residential use. The council also voted to send out a request for qualifications for a performing arts center and authorized the foreclosure of a dog park lien.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-05 (Farrell West Comprehensive Plan Amendment) unanimously (5-0)
• Voted to send out open-ended letter of qualifications for performing arts center (4-1)
• Authorized staff to enter into escrow agreement for dog park lien foreclosure
• Authorized Mayor Gerwig to sign restrictive covenant for Moncada property grant
• Unanimously approved agenda as amended (5-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider several petitions regarding exterior modifications and design approvals. These include requests for a pergola, signage, and color palette changes for residential and commercial properties.

• Petition 2023-0007-ARB: Alternative design for a pergola at 12145 Big Cone Court
• Petition 2023-0009-ARB: Exterior color and signage with technical deviations for Buffalo Wild Wings
• Petition 2023-0010-ARB: Color board modification for Sprite Twist
• Petition 2023-0011-ARB: Exterior color palette for Solara

The Architectural Review Board approved three items: an alternative shade structure at 12145 Big Cone Court, Buffalo Wild Wings exterior color and signage with technical deviations, and the Solara exterior color palette. One item—a color board modification for Sprite Twist—was tabled for further review. All votes were 6-0, with one member absent.

• Approved alternative shade structure at 12145 Big Cone Court (6-0)
• Approved Buffalo Wild Wings exterior color and signage with technical deviations (6-0)
• Tabled Sprite Twist color board modification for further review (6-0)
• Approved Solara exterior color palette (6-0)
• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Special Magistrate will conduct hearings regarding code compliance. The agenda includes consent items, new business, and fine certifications.

• Consent items (SM-35)
• New business (SM-36)
• Fine certification (SM-37)

Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board

The May 17, 2023 meeting of the Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board is cancelled. The agenda lists standard procedural items such as approval of minutes, old and new business, and public comments.

• Meeting cancelled
• Approval of minutes
• Old business
• New business
• Public comments

Senior Advisory Committee

The Senior Advisory Committee will meet to review presentations on elder scams and grant opportunities. The body will also receive staff updates on upcoming events.

• Presentation by Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office regarding elder scams
• Presentation by Gloria Kelly on Village of Wellington grant opportunities
• Approval of December 8, 2022 meeting minutes

Village Council

The Wellington Village Council will consider moving the municipal election date, amending zoning for restaurant outdoor dining, and approving a rezoning for the Moncada property. The meeting also includes consent agenda items for IT contracts and park renovations.

• Approval of Ordinance 2023-11 moving municipal election to presidential primary
• Approval of Ordinance 2023-10 amending zoning for restaurant outdoor dining
• Approval of Ordinance 2023-09 rezoning Moncada property to Community Facilities
• Authorization to execute GMP Amendment for Village Park Field 22 renovations ($1,170,733.50)
• Authorization to utilize cooperative contracts for IT equipment ($473,000)

The Village Council unanimously adopted a resolution setting municipal election dates for March 2024 and approved an ordinance allowing outdoor dining with dogs. The Council also approved a rezoning for the Moncada property and a community park agreement.

• Adopted preliminary solid waste assessment rates (5-0)
• Approved municipal election date change to March 19, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved outdoor dining ordinance with dogs (4-1)
• Approved Moncada Comprehensive Plan Amendment (5-0)
• Approved Moncada rezoning to Community Facilities (5-0)
• Approved Wellington Community Park agreement (5-0)
• Authorized bond counsel for community park project (5-0)
• Authorized master marketing agreement with Arcadia Infrastructure (5-0)

Village Council Workshop

The Village Council is holding a workshop to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for the 45-acre Moncada property (changing from rural residential to conservation and community facilities), a Guaranteed Maximum Price amendment for Village Park Field 22 renovations ($1.17 million), and preliminary solid waste collection rates for FY 2024 ($290/unit curbside, $225/unit containerized). Other items include contracts for IT equipment ($473,000), pool chemicals, and sodium hydroxide, plus ordinances on moving the municipal election date and allowing dogs in restaurant outdoor dining areas.

• Moncada property: 45-acre land-use change from Palm Beach County Rural Residential to Wellington Conservation and rezoning to Community Facilities
• Village Park Field 22 renovations: Guaranteed Maximum Price amendment with Burkhardt Construction for $1,170,733.50
• Solid waste collection and recycling assessment: preliminary TRIM rates of $290/unit curbside and $225/unit containerized
• Authorization to use multiple contracts for IT equipment purchase not to exceed $473,000
• Ordinance moving Wellington's municipal election date to coincide with the presidential preference primary

The Village Council held a workshop to review items for the upcoming May 9 regular meeting. No formal votes were taken, though Council reached a consensus to move the qualifying dates for the municipal election.

• Consensus reached to move municipal election qualifying dates

Education Committee

The Education Committee will meet to discuss school-related traffic. The session includes a presentation from the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office.

• Presentation by Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office on traffic at the schools

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Village of Wellington is convening a Special Magistrate hearing to address code compliance. The meeting includes a consent agenda, new business, and fine certifications.

• Consent items (SM-32)
• New business items (SM-33)
• Fine certifications (SM-34)

Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board

The board will consider two related items for Farrell West, a 22.983-acre parcel at the southwest corner of Forest Hill Boulevard and Polo Club Road. Ordinance 2023-05 would change the land use designation from Open Space Recreation to Residential C (1.01 to 3.0 DU/acre). Resolution R2023-11 would amend the Wellington PUD Master Plan to create Residential POD 80, transferring 27 dwelling units from POD 65B for 27 single-family homes.

• Comprehensive plan amendment (Ordinance 2023-05) changing land use from Open Space Recreation to Residential C for 22.983 acres
• PUD master plan amendment (Resolution R2023-11) creating Residential POD 80 with 27 single-family dwelling units
• Transfer of 27 dwelling units from POD 65B (Blue Cypress Tract G-1) to new POD 80
• Adoption of Farrell West Project Standards Manual
• Public hearing and public comments included

The Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board voted 4-1 to approve two amendments that rezone 22.983 acres on the southwest corner of Forest Hill Boulevard and Polo Club Road from open space recreation to Residential C and adopt a PUD master plan amendment for Farrell West, transferring 27 dwelling units to create Residential Pod 80. Jeffrey Robbert dissented on both votes. The board also unanimously approved the March 15, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved March 15, 2023 PZAB meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-05 Farrell West Comprehensive Plan Amendment (4-1), Jeffrey Robbert dissented
• Approved Resolution No. R2023-11 Wellington PUD Master Plan Amendment - Farrell West (4-1), Jeffrey Robbert dissented

Equestrian Preserve Committee

The Equestrian Preserve Committee will discuss equestrian trails safety and hold a livestock discussion. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from the March 1, 2023 meeting.

• Equestrian Trails Safety discussion
• EPC Livestock Discussion
• Approval of March 1, 2023 meeting minutes

Village Council

The Village Council will consider several ordinances regarding the Moncada property and restaurant outdoor dining standards. The agenda also includes multiple contract authorizations for village maintenance, infrastructure projects, and engineering services.

• Moncada land use amendment and rezoning of 45 acres on Flying Cow Road
• Ordinance to allow dogs in designated restaurant outdoor dining areas
• Contract for Moncada (Section 24) Land Clearing Project with H & J Contracting, Inc. for $500,930.00
• Contract for aquatic vegetation control of canals and lakes with Kerner LLC for $462,830.00 annually
• Engineering task orders for bike lanes on Greenview Shores Boulevard ($152,340) and Greenbriar Boulevard ($131,860)

The Village Council appointed a new Vice Mayor and approved several infrastructure and environmental contracts. The Council also advanced a comprehensive plan amendment for the Moncada property on first reading.

• Appointed Councilman Napoleone as Vice Mayor (4-0)
• Approved Moncada Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Ordinance No. 2023-08) on first reading (4-0)
• Approved $2,988,390.03 grant application for traffic calming at Wellington Trace (4-0)
• Approved contract for Moncada (Section 24) land clearing (4-0)
• Approved contract for aquatic vegetation control in canals and lakes (4-0)
• Approved engineering services for bike lanes on Greenview Shores Boulevard and Greenbriar Boulevard (4-0)
• Approved emergency purchase order for road repairs by Ranger Construction Industries, Inc (4-0)
• Opted into Palm Beach County Ordinance No. 2023-010 regarding unauthorized sign projections (4-0)

Village Council Workshop

The Village Council will review several contract awards for maintenance, landscaping, and water services. The agenda includes land use amendments for the Moncada property and various grant applications for transportation and environmental projects.

• Moncada Land Clearing Project contract: $500,930.00 to H & J Contracting, Inc
• Wellington canals and lakes aquatic vegetation control: $462,830 annually to Kerner LLC
• Annual sod contract: approximately $450,000.00 to Odums Sod, Inc.
• Traffic calming project grant application: $2,988,390.03 for Wellington Trace
• Moncada Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning (45 acres on Flying Cow Road)

The Village Council held a workshop to review the agenda for the April 11, 2023 Regular Council Meeting. No formal decisions or votes were made during this workshop; all items were discussed for informational purposes only.

Village Council Workshop

This is a workshop meeting of the Wellington Village Council. No public comment will be taken. The council will receive updates on property, economic conditions and forecasts, discuss a 10-year renewal plan for the ACME system, and review utility regulatory issues.

• Property update
• Economic update and forecast
• ACME renewal & replacement updated 10 year revolving plan
• Utilities regulatory discussion
• Wellington - past, present, future presentation

The Village Council held a workshop to review property values, economic forecasts, and utility plans. Staff presented updates on the ACME repair program, lead and copper regulations, and future annexations. No formal votes were taken.

• Reviewed 2022 property values and 2023 trends
• Reviewed economic update and investment strategy
• Reviewed financial plan elements and forecasts
• Reviewed ACME repair and renewal program
• Discussed lead and copper regulatory requirements
• Reviewed annexation history and future areas
• Heard introduction of new District 8 Commander
• No formal votes taken

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will review several petitions regarding site structures, signs, and building elevations. Items include a wall sign for Vetco Total Care at Isla Verde and an alternative design for 2329 Merriweather Way.

• Vetco Total Care at Isla Verde wall sign
• 2329 Merriweather Way alternative design involving a pergola structure
• 5221 Laredo Way flat roof, covered arena barn, and covered walker
• Isla Verde outparcel building elevations and signage

The Architectural Review Board approved five petitions for new construction and design changes, including a flat roof for a ranch property and signage for an outparcel building. The meeting was called to order and adjourned with no public comments.

• Approved ARB-271 minutes (5-0)
• Approved ARB-273 Vetco Total Care petition (5-0)
• Approved ARB-272 Merriweather Way alternative design (5-0)
• Approved ARB-274 5221 Laredo Way flat roof (5-0)
• Approved ARB-275 Isla Verde outparcel elevations and signage (5-0)

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Special Magistrate will conduct a hearing regarding code compliance matters. The agenda includes consent items, new business, and fine certifications.

• Consent items (SM-29)
• New Business (SM-30)
• Fine Certification (SM-31)

Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board

The Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board will discuss and make recommendations on two ordinances to change the land use and zoning of the 45-acre Moncada property from rural residential to conservation. Also on the agenda are a zoning text amendment to allow dogs in restaurant outdoor dining areas with a special use permit, and three postponed items related to comprehensive plan and PUD amendments for Farrell West and Farrell East parcels.

• Ordinance 2023-08: Comprehensive Plan amendment for Moncada (45 acres) to conservation land use
• Ordinance 2023-09: Rezoning Moncada from Agriculture Residential to Community Facilities
• Ordinance 2023-10: Zoning text amendment to allow dogs in designated restaurant outdoor dining areas with a special use permit
• Postponed items: Comprehensive Plan amendment and PUD master plan amendments for Farrell West and Farrell East parcels

Village Council

The Village Council will hold public hearings on land use amendments for Panther Run Elementary School and the Iorizzo project. The body is also deciding on several service contracts and a policy for signs in public rights-of-way.

• Rezoning 20 acres for Panther Run Elementary School on Lake Worth Road to 'Community Facilities'
• Proposed zoning text amendment to allow self-storage in MUPD zoning districts
• Landscape maintenance contracts for GardenScapes ($143,220 annually) and BrightView ($902,564 annually)
• Contract for Zambelli Fireworks Mfg. Co. for Fourth of July display ($55,000)
• Staimford Park renovation safety surfacing contract for $243,693.05

The Village Council approved zoning text amendments to allow self-storage facilities and designated a school site as a community facility. They also approved contracts for mosquito chemicals and fireworks.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-32 (Panther Run Elementary Future Land Use) 5-0
• Approved Ordinance 2022-33 (Panther Run Elementary Rezoning) 5-0
• Approved Ordinance 2023-06 (Self-Storage Zoning Text Amendment) 5-0
• Approved Ordinance 2023-07 (Iorizzo Comprehensive Plan Amendment) 5-0
• Approved Consent Agenda items 6A-6H 5-0
• Authorized award of mosquito chemicals contract 5-0
• Authorized award of fireworks display contract 5-0
• Authorized award of landscape maintenance services contract 5-0

Village Council Workshop

The Village Council will hold a workshop regarding the Aquatics Complex. This meeting is scheduled for discussion only and will not include an opportunity for public comment.

• 23-5792 Aquatics Complex discussion

The Village Council held a workshop to review site options for a new aquatics facility, including Town Center, Lake Front, and Village Park locations. Staff presented construction budgets ranging from $17.2 million to $30.44 million. No formal vote was taken.

• No formal decisions made (workshop only)
• Staff recommended avoiding the existing Town Center facility due to 18-24 month closure
• Council discussed Village Park 120th Ave as a preferred option
• Council discussed Town Center Lake Front option with $22.95M budget
• Council discussed Wellington High School option with $17.2M budget
• Council discussed Split Option 1 (High School/Town Center) with $30.44M budget
• Council discussed Split Option 2 (High School/Lake Front) with $23.3M budget
• Council discussed construction management at risk vs. design build

Village Council Workshop

The Village Council is reviewing a series of contract awards for landscape maintenance, fireworks, and park renovations. The body is also considering zoning amendments for a new elementary school and the allowance of self-storage facilities in specific districts.

• Rezoning of 20 acres for Panther Run Elementary School to Community Facilities
• Landscape maintenance contracts for GardenScapes ($143,220 annually) and BrightView ($902,564 annually)
• Staimford Park renovation safety surfacing contract for $243,693.05
• Annual Fourth of July fireworks contract with Zambelli Fireworks Mfg. Co. for approximately $55,000
• Annual mosquito chemical contracts totaling approximately $75,000

The Village Council held a workshop to review the agenda for the March 14 regular meeting. No formal votes or decisions were taken; all items were discussed in preparation for the next day's meeting.

• No decisions made; workshop was for review only

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will meet to review and discuss submissions for the Public Safety Student Art and Essay Contest. The meeting also includes reports from the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office and Palm Beach County Fire Rescue.

• Selection of Public Safety Student Art and Essay Contest winners
• Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office District 8 Wellington report and Amateur Radio presentation
• Palm Beach County Fire Rescue report

The Public Safety Committee approved the December 14, 2022 meeting minutes and the agenda. Members received crime-trend and response-time reports from the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office and Fire Rescue. The committee selected winners for the elementary and high school art and essay contest categories, with a second runner-up to be decided by email vote.

• Approved the December 14, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)
• Selected elementary art winner: Sebastian Trento, runner-ups: Tia Zifnite and Olympe Carmona Dubois
• Selected high school art winner: Allie Alder, runner-ups: Samantha Agnones and Victoria Daley
• Selected high school essay winner: Russell Golab, runner-up: Jonathan Hamze
• Deferred second runner-up selection to email vote

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to review previous meeting minutes and receive a staff presentation. Ms. Quickel is scheduled to provide an update regarding penny sales tax revenue.

• Approval of September 12, 2022 and October 25, 2022 meeting minutes
• Presentation on penny sales tax revenue (PR-148)

Tree Board

The Wellington Tree Board will review its 2023 work plan, discuss a native botanical garden, and update the community on recent tree plantings and a canopy study. The meeting will also include the annual F.L.O.W.E.R. Award nominations.

• Tree Board Annual Work Plan 2023
• Native Botanical Garden project
• Tree Canopy Study updates
• Earth Day/Arbor Day event planning
• F.L.O.W.E.R. Award nominations

The Tree Board approved the December 2022 minutes, finalized the F.L.O.W.E.R. Award application criteria, and endorsed the concept of a native botanical garden. The board also discussed an updated Tree Canopy Study and the 2023 Earth/Arbor Day event.

• Approved December 2022 Tree Board minutes (7-0)
• Approved F.L.O.W.E.R. Award nomination for 396 Marble Canyon Drive (7-0)
• Approved F.L.O.W.E.R. Award nomination for 1900 Aero Club Drive (7-0)
• Approved F.L.O.W.E.R. Award application and criteria sheet (6-0)
• Endorsed concept of a native botanical garden in Wellington (7-0)
• Moved Native Botanical Garden discussion before Staff Updates (7-0)
• Moved Earth/Arbor Day Event discussion before Staff Updates (7-0)
• Discussed possibility of updated Tree Canopy Study

Equestrian Preserve Committee

The Equestrian Preserve Committee will meet to receive updates on equestrian trails and upcoming projects. The meeting also includes the introduction of Jonathan Reinsvold and Engineering staff.

• Introduction of Jonathan Reinsvold and Engineering
• Equestrian Trails update
• Upcoming Projects update
• Approval of October 6, 2022 meeting minutes

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and consider two petitions: a wall sign for Vetco Total Care and an alternative pergola design for 2329 Merriweather Way. The public may comment on these items.

• Approval of January 25, 2023 ARB minutes
• Petition for wall sign at Vetco Total Care (Isla Verde)
• Petition for alternative pergola design at 2329 Merriweather Way

Village Council

The Village Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances to annex and rezone the 20-acre Panther Run Elementary School property, and on a zoning text amendment to allow self-storage in commercial pods. The consent agenda includes contracts for roadway work on Forest Hill Boulevard ($403,000) and a grant for wastewater lift station generators ($537,232). The regular agenda features a code compliance lien reduction request for $6.27 million and discussion on Wellington Green Park.

• Public hearings for annexation and rezoning of Panther Run Elementary (20 acres) on Lake Worth Road
• Ordinance to allow self-storage as conditional use in MUPD zoning district
• Contract for Forest Hill Boulevard turn lane improvements ($403,000)
• Grant agreement for Hurricane Ian recovery ($537,232.50 from FDEM)
• Code compliance lien reduction requests: 12140 Polo Club Rd ($6.27M to $1.25M) and Dog Park Subdivision ($446k to $89k)

The Village Council approved several ordinances related to the annexation of Panther Run Elementary. The council also reached a consensus on school zone traffic options and passed multiple consent agenda items.

• Approved amended Agenda (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-31: Panther Run Elementary Annexation (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-32: Panther Run Elementary Future Land Use Map Amendment (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-33: Panther Run Elementary Rezoning (5-0)

Special Magistrate Hearing

This is a procedural meeting of the Special Magistrate for code compliance matters. The agenda includes consent, new business, fine certification, and old business, but no specific items are detailed in the provided text.

• Agenda is limited to standard procedural sections: consent, new business, fine certification, old business

Village Council Workshop

The Village Council will review several items including the voluntary annexation and rezoning of the 20-acre Panther Run Elementary property. The agenda also includes multiple contract authorizations for public works, road improvements on Forest Hill Boulevard, and utility services.

• Annexation and rezoning of 20 acres at Panther Run Elementary
• Roadway work on Forest Hill Boulevard totaling approximately $403,000
• Public Works chemical purchase contract of approximately $262,000 annually
• Relocation of Big Blue Preserve pump station and culvert replacement for $202,638.31
• Wastewater lift stations generator grant of $537,232.50

The Village Council held a workshop on February 16, 2023, to review items for the February 21 regular meeting. No formal votes or decisions were made during this workshop. Only three members were present (Mayor Gerwig, Councilman McGovern, Councilwoman Siskind); Vice Mayor Drahos and Councilman Napoleone were absent.

Education Committee

The Education Committee will meet to review the agenda and previous meeting minutes. The primary focus of the meeting is a presentation from Palm Beach County School District representatives regarding Wellington's schools.

• Presentation by Palm Beach County School District Central Region Office representatives on Wellington schools

Architectural Review Board

The Wellington Architectural Review Board will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and consider three new petitions regarding a daycare facility, signage at a shopping center, and an alternative fence design. The board will also discuss modifications to the village's color chart and materials.

• Approval of November 2, 2022 ARB minutes
• Review of Lotis Daycare petition (Petition 2022-0026-ARB)
• Review of Olive U at Wellington Green wall signs (Petition 2022-0027-ARB)
• Review of alternative fence design at 13264 Doubletree Circle (Petition 2022-0028-ARB)
• Discussion of Wellington Color Chart and Materials Modifications

The Architectural Review Board unanimously approved three petitions: Lotis Daycare elevations/colors/signage, Olive U signage with technical deviations, and an alternative fence design at 13264 Doubletree Circle. The board tabled discussion on the Wellington Color Chart and Materials Modifications to allow staff to obtain original color swatches.

• Approved Petition 2022-0026-ARB Lotis Daycare elevations, colors, and signage (5-0)
• Approved Petition 2022-0027-ARB Olive U at Wellington Green MUPD F Signage with technical deviations (5-0)
• Approved Petition 2022-0028-ARB 13264 Doubletree Circle Alternative Fence Design (5-0)
• Tabled discussion on Wellington Color Chart and Materials Modifications

Special Magistrate Hearing

The Village of Wellington will hold a Special Magistrate Hearing to address code compliance matters, including consent items, new business, and fine certifications.

• Consent items (SM-22)
• New business (SM-23)
• Fine certification (SM-24)

Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board

The Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board is holding a public hearing on three related items: a zoning text amendment to allow self-storage as a conditional use in commercial pods of the MUPD district, a comprehensive plan amendment for the 5.45-acre Iorizzo property, and a master plan amendment with a conditional use for self-storage on that property. The board will also vote on the minutes from November 16, 2022.

• Ordinance 2023-06: zoning text amendment to allow self-storage as a conditional use in MUPD commercial pods (Petition 2022-0001-ZTA)
• Ordinance 2023-07: comprehensive plan amendment (FLUM) for the Iorizzo property (5.45 acres, west side of State Road 7/U.S. 441, one mile north of Forest Hill Blvd)
• Resolution R2023-03: master plan amendment and conditional use for self-storage at the Iorizzo property within MUPD zoning
• Approval of November 16, 2022, Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board minutes

Village Council

The Wellington Village Council will hold public hearings on annexing the 20-acre Panther Run Elementary School into the village and on amending land development regulations for commercial wireless facilities. The consent agenda includes awarding engineering contracts for water plant and meter projects totaling $185,298, adopting a Blueways Master Plan, and authorizing foreclosure against Palm Beach Polo. The regular agenda includes awarding a $63,550 contract for architectural services for a new aquatics facility and discussions on Lake Wellington Professional Center and Wellington Green Park.

• Public hearing on annexing 20-acre Panther Run Elementary School into Wellington (Ordinance 2022-31)
• Public hearing on zoning text amendment for commercial wireless facilities and tower map (Ordinance 2022-30)
• Master plan amendment to add one dwelling unit on open space at 977 Cindy Drive
• Award of $76,416 task order to Kimley-Horn for Water Treatment Plant High Pressure Pump Nine project
• Award of $108,882 task order to Hazen & Sawyer for Meter System Assessment and Strategic Plan

The Village Council denied a Master Plan amendment for a dwelling unit at 977 Cindy Drive. The Council approved the Panther Run Elementary annexation, cell tower zoning amendments, and an aquatics facility contract.

• Approved amended agenda (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Denied Cindy Drive Wellington PUD Master Plan Amendment (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-31 Panther Run Elementary Annexation on first reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-30 Cell Tower Zoning Text Amendment on second reading (5-0)
• Approved contract for architectural and engineering services for an aquatics facility (4-0; Mayor recused)

ACME Improvement District

The ACME Improvement District will hold a meeting following the regular Council Meeting. The agenda consists of procedural steps including a call to order, roll call, and selection of a chairperson.

• Selection of Chairperson

The board held its annual landowners meeting where the only substantive action was the selection of a chairperson. No other business was conducted.

• Elected Anne Gerwig as Chairperson (5-0)

Village Council Workshop

The Village Council will hold a workshop to discuss the State Road 7/Village Project. The meeting will be live-streamed and recorded, but there will be no public comment period.

• State Road 7/Village Project Update
• Council Comments
• No public comment allowed at this workshop

The Village Council held a workshop to review the final economic phase of the State Road 7 Corridor Study. Council members discussed traffic, sales, and potential mixed-use redevelopment plans for the Wellington Green Mall with representatives from the mall and the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council. No formal decisions were made.

• Council discussed mall redevelopment concepts with representatives
• Council reviewed economic data showing mall taxable value declined 71%
• Council discussed traffic and retail leakage issues in the area

Village Council Workshop

The Village Council is reviewing a series of agenda items including land use amendments, infrastructure contracts, and a voluntary annexation of 20 acres for a school. The body is also discussing options for Wellington Green Park and the Lake Wellington Professional Center.

• Annexation of 20 acres for Panthers Run Elementary School (Ordinance No. 2022-30)
• Engineering contract for Water Treatment Plant HPP9 project with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for $76,416
• Engineering contract for Meter System Assessment and Strategic Plan with Hazen & Sawyer P.C. for $108,882.00
• Architectural and engineering contract for an Aquatics Facility with Ohlson Lavoie Corporation for $63,550
• Master Plan Amendment to add one dwelling unit at 977 Cindy Drive

The Village Council held a workshop to review the upcoming regular meeting agenda. No formal votes were taken, but Mayor Gerwig decided to pull the Blueways Master Plan resolution from the regular meeting agenda for further discussion.

• Mayor Gerwig pulled Resolution R2022-66 (Blueways Master Plan) from the January 10 regular meeting agenda

Equestrian Preserve Committee

The Equestrian Preserve Committee will consider three ordinances and one resolution regarding land-use designations and zoning for the Lagoon at Equestrian Village and The Estates at Equestrian Village.

• Ordinance 2023-01: Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment for Lagoon at Equestrian Village
• Ordinance 2023-02: Rezoning for Equestrian Village and White Birch Farms
• Ordinance 2023-04: Comprehensive Plan Amendment for The Estates at Equestrian Village
• Resolution R2023-02: Wellington CountryPlace PUD Master Plan Amendment
• Approval of October 6, 2022 EPC Minutes