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1975.05.20_PB_Minutes_WorkshopF, MINUTES: PLANNING COMMISSION - WORKSHOP/REGULAR MEETING - MAY 20, 1975 The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Vice Chairman Johnson • in the absence of Chairman Boscove. The secretary called the roll - Present - N. M. Johnson, J. M. Farrin, R. B. Myers, A. Allen (Alternate) . Absent - J. A. Boscove, E. A. Potere, J. Schober (Alternate). The Agenda is attachment "A". Mr. Johnson advised this was a Workshop Meeting of the Planning Commission preceding the Regular Meeting. Mr. Clive Taylor and Mr. Clark Turberville, Traffic Operations Department, Florida Department of Transportation, were introduced as guest speakers. (ATTACHMENT "D".) Speaking with reference to traffic problems in the Town of Highland Beach, Mr. Taylor advised members of the Commission that he knew of no plans for improvement and/or widening of SR A-1-A in the Town. He noted that co- operation of the Area Planning Board and County Commissions would be necessary for effecting improvement on SR A-1-A, a primary road. A general discussion of topics relating to the maintenance of SR A-1-A ensued, including the issue of the anticipated delay before improvement •of SR A-1-A might take place. Mr. Taylor suggested mini contracts might be made available. Mrs. Roberts noted that Municipal Home Rule provides for taxing powers as a possible source of needed revenue. At Mr. Johnson's question on additional bridges, Mayor Gilday, in audience, noted funds originally allocated for new bridge construction have been diverted to provide funds for improvement of roads in the western part of the county. Mr. Taylor recommended that a civil engineering firm be engaged to investigate drainage problems. Mrs. Roberts has contacted Mr. Paul White of the Department of Transportation for further information on the subject and is awaiting word from his Department. In conclusion, Mr. Taylor offered his assistance in any effort made to obtain traffic justification to aid in solving the Highland Beach traffic problems. Vice Chairman Johnson expressed the Commission's appreciation of Mr. Taylor's and Mr. Turberville's comments and suggestions. Mr. Johnson informed the Commission that work on suggested changes in the Comprehensive Plan is 75/ complete. He advised the compilation of current and potential population figures is in process and may require an additional month or more for completion. • At Mr. Johnson's call for a motion to adjourn the Workshop Meeting, Adm. Page -2- • • 0 MINUTES: PLANNING COMMISSION - WORKSHOP/REGULAR MEETING - MAY 20, 1975. Farrin offered the motion, Mr. Myers seconded. The Workshop meeting was adjourned at 8:30 P.M. Mr. Johnson advised that the Regular Meeting would follow a 10 minute recess. At this time the map in the process of being updated by Mr. N. M. Johnson and Col. Fran Johnson, was examined by the members of the Commission and others attending the meeting. REGULAR MEETING The Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission was called to order at 8:40 P.M. by Vice Chairman Johnson who dispensed with the calling of the roll. The agenda is attachment "A" . MINUTES Minutes of the following Meetings having been previously examined, reading thereof was waived. Regular Meeting Workshop Meeting Special Meeting April 8, 1975 April 8, 1975 April 22, 1975 Adm. Farrin offered the motion to approve the minutes as submitted, Mrs. Allen seconded. All members voted aye, the motion to accept the minutes was unanimously approved. COMMITTEE REPORTS N. M. Johnson Report presented at Workshop Meeting. Adm. Farrin Liaison Committee, reported on invitation extended to members of the Board of Adjustment to attend Planning Commission Meetings. R. B. Myers Will attend C.A.B. Meeting on May 29, as Liaison Committee member and report at a later date. NEW BUSINESS Mr. Johnson read letter dated April 1, 1975, from Mr. L. Y. Horton referring to a recommended change in Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Highland Beach, Section 9.2.(b). (Attachment " B"). F, Page -3- • MINUTES: PLANNING COMMISSION - WORKSHOP REGULAR MEETING - MAY 20, 1975. Following discussion, Mr. Thomas Sliney, Town Attorney, in audience recommended the matter be scheduled for consideration at a Workshop Meeting and at a Public Hearing with proposed amendments to the Compre- hensive Plan at a future date. Mr. O'Grady, Building Administrative Official, presented an artists drawing of the proposed Sindo Investments Inc., structure on Lot #13, Bel Lido. He advised the Commission that a Public Hearing�is scheduled for May 28th, 1975, at which time the petition presented by Sindo Invest- ments Inc., to the Board of Adjustments, will be held. In addition, Mr. O'Grady distributed a copy of a letter addressed to Mr. Thomas L. Delaney, Boca Hi, Inc. from S. M. Rogers, Jr., Bureau of Beaches and Shores, Florida Department of Natural Resources. Attach- ment " C There being no further business, Vice Chairman Johnson called for a motion for adjournment. Mr. Myers offered the motion, Adm. Farrin seconded. The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m. • �. APPROVED: M. John�o - . M. Farrin -- R. B. Myers A. Allen 0