2004.10.26_TC_Minutes_Workshop_ TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA
TOWN COMMISSION
WORKSHOP MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, October 26, 2004 1:30 p.m.
Mayor Thomas J. Reid called the Workshop Meeting to order in Commission Chambers
at 1:30 P.M.
Acting Town Clerk Jane Dillon called the roll. The Mayor, Vice Mayor Joseph J. Asselta
and Commissioners Robert Lowe, Rachael Scala-Pistone and Miriam S. Zwick were
present.
Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney and Acting Town Manager Doris Trinley were also
present, as were members of the general public.
1. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS OR ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA
Mayor wished to amend agenda under New Business to discuss the Lyric Symphony
Orchestra.
• 2. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS
Jason Brodsky, 4517 S. Ocean Blvd., asked if the Town has applied for funds from
FEMA for renourishment of beaches. Mayor noted that he has contacted Adam Hasner
who will assist, if reelected. If he is not, the Town will go directly to the State to apply
for funds. It was also suggested that a consultant look for ways to obtain funds.
Harold Hagelmann, Boca High, spoke on behalf of Joe Yucht about anon-political
meeting at Boca High Oct. 27 at 7:30 p.m. to discuss the eight amendments to be voted
on at the November election.
3. PRESENTATIONS
NONE.
4. BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
A) BOARD CORRESPONDENCE: NONE.
B) BOARD VACANCIES were noted as follows: One (1) on Code Enforcement
Board; One (1) on Public Safety Advisory Board; One (1) on Beaches & Shores
Advisory Board.
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C) BOARD ACTION REPORT: NONE.
D) MONTHLY BOARD MEETINGS: PREVIOUSLY SUBMITTED.
5. PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA,
REQUESTING THE STATE OF FLORIDA TO CONDUCT A FULL
INVESTIGATION OF FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT'S PRACTICES.
There was discussion as to how FPL handled the problems during the assorted
hurricanes this past summer. The Commission felt the company handled the situations
exceptionally well under the circumstances, and did not feel an investigation was in
order. Resolution did not pass.
6. NEW BUSINESS
DISCUSSION RE SECURITY SYSTEM FOR R.O. PLANT
• It was noted that a security system would run $7,000 which was the second lowest
bidder. The Commission agreed to installation of same at the new water plant.
Carried over to Consent Agenda.
DISCUSSION RE LYRIC SYNC ORCHESTRA
Discussion revolved around the Town advertising to notify residents of schedule of
concerts during the upcoming season. Several Commissioners were against the Town
becoming involved as to setting a precedent. It was recommended that there are other
avenues to notify residents, i.e. flyers in buildings, rather than spending Town funds.
7. MISCELLANEOUS -ITEMS LEFT OVER
(1) MINUTES FOR APPROVAL AT NOVEMBER 2 REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 28 WORKSHOP
OCTOBER 5 REGULAR
Carried over to Consent Agenda.
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8. REPORTS -TOWN COMMISSION
COMMISSIONER MIRIAM S. ZWICK: Noted that several residents have
expressed concern to her about Adelphia having at least three cost raises in a short
period of time, and wondered if our agreement with Adelphia allows this to occur.
Attorney Sliney suggested that a rep from Adelphia be invited to speak to the
Commission regarding any concerns. She also spoke on the retitling of Jap Rock to
Yamato Rock, and although it is past the October 1 cutoff to officially change the name,
recommends the Town support this name change and forward to the appropriate agency
to document the Towns support of changing the name.
COMMISSIONER RACHAEL SCALA-PISTONE: Expressed her support for dune
restoration, and that the Town should do something about the problem. She also
suggested that Talent Bank applicants attend the Town Commission meetings to become
more familiar with Town issues. Commissioner noted for the public that the main office
has packets explaining the eight amendments on the upcoming election.
COMMISSIONER LOWE: Complimented Jack Lee and his staff on getting the
new water plant on line.
• VICE MAYOR ASSELTA: Commended Joe Yucht on setting up the meeting for
discussion of the eight amendments. He read the letter Ms. Trinley sent to the Library
Director re the showing of Michael Moore's controversial Farenheight 911 movie the
friday before the election. He noted his support of the letter, and stated that there was
no support from the commission on showing the film.
MAYOR REID: No report.
9. REPORTS -TOWN ATTORNEY Spoke about the Byrd Beach timeshare
situation, noting that the Town code does not allow this, and is in violation of Town
ordinances.
10. REPORTS -TOWN MANAGER No report.
11. CONSENT AGENDA
12. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS RELATED TO ITEMS DISCUSSED AT
MEETING
Harold Hagelmann spoke again on his support for the underground FPL wires, and
asked the Town to pursue this vigorously with FPL. Jack Lee was asked to inquire
. about this with FPL.
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13. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission at this time, MOTION
to adjourn was made by COMMISSIONER SCALA-PISTONE/COMMISSIONER ZWICK
at 3:00 p.m.
APPROVAL:
Mayor Thomas J. Reid
Vice Mayor Joseph J. Asselta
Commissioner Robert L. Lowe
Commissioner Rachael Scala-Pisto
Commissioner Miriam S. Zwick
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