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TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
PLANNING BOARD
REGULAR MEETING - MINUTES
Thursday, July 11, 1991 9:30 A.M.
This Regular Meeting of the Planning Board commenced at 9:30 A.M. in
Commission Chambers.
There being no Chairman or Vice Chairman at this time, Regular Member
Amelie Leng nominated Regular Member Arthur R. Keller to act as Chair-
man pro tem to call for nominations for Chairman. There was no objec-
tion from the members.
Before nominations took place, Leonard D. Bell, newly appointed Regular
Member, asked for clarification regarding how long the other members
had served and if they were eligible for reappointment when their
7urrent terms expired. His questions were answered satisfactorily.
Mr. Keller then called for nominations for Chairman and Regular Member
Harold R. Hagelmann was nominated by Regular Member Helene Harris, Mr.
Keller was nominated by Mr. Bell, but declined. Following some discus-
sion, Mr. Keller seconded Mrs. Harris' Motion, with the stipulation
that Mr. Hagelmann would serve until January 1992, at which time elec-
tion of officers would be held for that year, since January of each
year was the time the Planning Board had historically elected officers.
A voice vote carried the Motion unanimously and Mr. Hagelmann took the
Chair; he thanked the members for their confidence and the opportunity
to serve the Town in this capacity.
The Chairman then nominated Mr. Keller for Vice Chairman, seconded by
Mrs. Leng, which carried unanimously.
Mr. Hagelmann then requested a formal roll call, which was done by
Deputy Town Clerk Doris Trinley. Present were the Chairman, Vice
Chairman Arthur R. Keller, Regular Members Amelie Leng, Helene Harris
and Leonard D. Bell and Alternate Member Paul R. Kane,Sr.
Building Official Harry Heithaus and members of the general public were
also in attendance.
There followed, by a majority of the members, tributes to past Chairman
John E. Ward, certain of which are attached to and made part of these
minutes by request of the Chairman and Vice Chairman.
In this regard, a philosophical discussion was generated regarding ap-
pointments beyond the "six -year rule," i.e., the advantage of adhering
to that rule to ensure that other talented and willing residents have a
chance to bring a "fresh" approach to the work of the Board, or that
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continued consideration be given to those having served six years who,
by virtue of that service, could bring experience and past knowledge of
Town and/or Board events to the work of the Board.
Minutes
Upon MOTION by Mrs. Leng/Mrs. Harris, the Minutes of the Regular Meet-
ing of May 8, 1991 were unanimously approved.
Building Official Harry Heithaus was asked to answer questions raised
by Mr. Bell regarding information contained in the May 8 minutes that
had to do with Lots 20-28E (Ocean Place). Mr. Heithaus advised this
property had been the subject of a Settlement Agreement by the Town
Commission, which status exempted the owner and/or contractor from the
usual constraints of Planning Board and Community Appearance Board re-
quirements.
NEW BUSINESS:
Before addressing New Business, Chairman Hagelmann acknowledged and
welcomed Mayor Joseph A. Boulay, and Commissioner John F. Rand, as well
• as Talent Bank Applicant Robert Lowe. He also recognized residents of
Braemar Isle who were in attendance.
Preliminary Review for Alterations to Existing Structure (Braemar Isle
Condominium) at 4740 S. Ocean Blvd., Lot 2A-N, submitted by Braemar
Isle Condominium Association.
The Building Official addressed the members, giving them an overall
view of the proposed work to be done, with emphasis on the plans to be
reviewed today, i.e., extending the entrance of the building by 15-181,
making it a glassed -in enclosure. Mr. J.J. Ambridge, Resident Manager
of the condominium, next addressed the members, giving approximately
the same information as Mr. Heithaus; he added that the proposed enclo-
sure would be air-conditioned.
A considerable discussion then ensued regarding the possible wishes of
the majority of Braemar Isle residents versus what the Planning Board's
pervue was regarding plans presented today. It was ultimately ex-
plained and accepted by all concerned - members and those associated
with the project - that the Planning Board's responsibility was limited
to review of the plans followed by approval or disapproval of same as
those plans related to Town Code.
During the course of deliberations, the following residents of Braemar
Isle were heard:
• Betty Jane Hofsteader
Richard Blake
Harry Goff
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Regarding the plans, the members had reservations about such safety
factors as the glass for the enclosure meeting hurricane wind condi-
tions, and access for fire/rescue equipment. Mr. Heithaus noted that
while they were considered architecturally correct, the plans lacked
pertinent mechanical, engineered and structural information.
Concluding review MOTION was made by Mr. Keller/Mrs. Leng as follows:
THE PLANNING BOARD GIVES PRELIMINARY APPROVAL FOR
ALTERATIONS TO EXISTING STRUCTURE (BRAEMAR ISLE CON-
DOMINIUM) AT 4740 SOUTH OCEAN BOULEVARD, LOT 2A-N,
SUBMITTED BY BRAEMAR CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, PROJECT
90049, DATED 2/14/91 AND REVISED 4/3/91, SHEETS A-1
THROUGH A-15, E-1 THROUGH E-4 AND SP1 THROUGH SP-4,
WITH THE STIPULATION THAT SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS OF
GLASS -ENCLOSED AREAS BE PROVIDED.
The Motion carried with AYE votes from Mrs. Leng, Mr. Bell, Mr. Keller
and Mr. Hagelmann. Mrs. Harris, being a resident of Braemar Isle, was
ineligible to cast a ballot. Form 8B [Voting Conflict]) was signed by
Mrs. Harris and, per State Statute 112.317, is attached to and made
part of these Minutes..
It was understood by Mr. Ambridge that the plans would have to be pre-
sented for final approval at a future meeting.
OTHER:
Immediately before adjournment, Mrs. Leng announced her resignation
from the Board, effective August 1, and read into the record her letter
to that effect, in which she stated that her years of service on the
Board were rewarding ones; the members in turn thanked her for a job
well done.
There being no further business to come before the Board at this time,
the meeting as adjourned upon MOTION by Mrs. Harris/Mrs. Leng at
11:10 A.M.
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Harold R. ge ann, ha' Arth R. Keller, Vice Chairman
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Leonard D. Bell
ATTEST:
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Helene Harris
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The following was read into the record at the July 11, 1991
Planning Board Regular Meeting by Vice Chairman Arthur R. Keller
and endorsed by Chairman Harold R. Hagelmann and Regular Members
Helene Harris and Amelie Leng and Alternate Member Paul R. Kane, Sr.
WE WHO HAVE WORKED WITH JOHN WARD ON THE PLANNING BOARD APPRECIATE
THE DEDICATION AND THOROUGHNESS WITH WHICH HE GUIDED US.
PRESENT BOARD MEMBERS (noted above) URGE THAT HE BE REAPPOINTED
TO FILL THE VERY NEXT VACANCY. THERE ARE PRECEDENTS FOR SERVICE
BEYOND SIX (6) YEARS AND A CHECK WITH OUR LAWYER CAN CONFIRM
THIS FACT.
PLEASE BE ASSURED THAT THE REAPPOINTMENT OF JOHN WARD WOULD SERVE
HIGHLAND BEACH TO A GREATER EXTENT THAN OBSERVING ARBITRARY RULES.
THE LOSS OF HIS LEADERSHIP SHOULD BE AVOIDED IF AT ALL POSSIBLE.
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Jun,e 11,1991
To:
Joseph
Boulay--- Honorable Mayor
of Highland Beach
From:
Harold
R. Hagelmann---- member of
Planning Board
Dear Mayor;
As a member of the Planning Board of Highland Beach
it has been brought to my attention that our Chairman John Ward
has completed his 6 years of service on the Planning Board
and is required to leave the board for a given period of time.
I,m requesting that Mr.Ward be reinstated to the board
• as he is a valuable asset with unquestionable integrity,and ability,,
.His loss of service to the Planning Board and to the Town of
Highland Beach will be hard felt.
Y
The Planning Board supports all our elected officers
and wishes them Gods speed an blessing as they serve the people
of Highland Beach.
espectfull submitted
FORM 8B MEMORANDUM OF VOTING CONFLICT FOR
COUNTY, MUNICIPAL, AND OTHER LOCAL PUBLIC OFFICERS
4S1 NAM! I IR` 1 \AMI MIDDLE NAME NAME OF BOARD, COONCII- COMMISSION, AU HORIIY.OR C'OMMIITEE
HARRIS HELENE — PLANNING BOARD
MAILING ADDRESS THE HOAR[). COUNCIL, COMMISSION. A01 HORITY OR COMMITTEE ON
WHICH 1 SERVE IS A UNIT OF:
4740 S. Ocean Blvd., #1608 T��yyn
DIXAX ❑ COUNTY ❑ OT HER LOCAL AGENCY
CLLY COUNTY
NAME OF POLITICAL. SUBDIVISION:
Highland Beach Palm Beach Town of Highland Beach
DATE ON WHICH Vol FOCCURRED
MY POSITION IS:
July 11, 1991 ❑ ELECTIVE X APPOINTIVE
WHO MUST FILE FORM 811
This form is for use by any person serving at the county, city, or other local level of government on an appointed or elected board,
council, commission, authority, or committee. It applies equally to members of advisory and non -advisory bodies who are presented
with a voting conflict of interest under Section 112.3143, Florida Statutes.
Your responsibilities under the law when faced with a measure in which you have a conflict of interest will vary greatly depending
on whether you hold an elective or appointive position. For this reason, please pay close attention to the instructions on this form
before completing the reverse side and filing the form.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH SECTION 112.3143, FLORIDA STATUTES
ELECTED OFFICERS:
A person holding elective county, municipal, or other local public office MUST ABSTAIN from voting on a measure which inures
to his special private gain. Each local officer also is prohibited from knowingly voting on a measure which inures to the special
gain of a principal (other than a government agency) by whom he is retained.
In either case, you should disclose the conflict:
PRIOR TO THE VOTE BEING TAKEN by publicly stating to the assembly the nature of your interest in the measure on
which you are abstaining from voting; and
WITHIN 15 DAYS AFTER THE VOTE OCCURS by completing and filing this form with the person responsible for recording
the minutes of the meeting, who should incorporate the form in the minutes.
APPOINTED OFFICERS:
A person holding appointive county, municipal, or other local public office MUST ABSTAIN from voting on a measure which
inures to his special private gain. Each local officer also is prohibited from knowingly voting on a measure which inures to the
special gain of a principal (other than a government agency) by whom he is retained.
A person holding an appointive local office otherwise may participate in a matter in which he has a conflict of interest, but must
disclose the nature of the conflict before making any attempt to influence the decision by oral or written communication, whether
made by the officer or at his direction.
IF YOU INTEND TO MAKE ANY ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT WHICH
THE VOTE WILL BE TAKEN:
�+ You should complete and.file this form (before making any attempt to influence the decision) with the person responsible for
recording the minutes of the meeting, who will incorporate the form in the minutes.
• A copy of the form should be provided immediately to the other members of the agency.
• The form should be read publicly at the meeting prior to consideration of the matter in which you have a conflict of interest.
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IF YOU MAKE NO ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION EXCEPT BY DISCUSSION AT THE MEETING:
• You should disclose orally the nature of your conflict in the measure before participating.
• You should complete the form and file it within 15 days after the vote occurs with the person responsible for recording the minutes
of the meeting, who should incorporate the form in the minutes.
I Helene Harris
DISCLOSURE OF LOCAL OFFICER'S INTEREST
hereby disclose that on July 11
(a) A measure came or will come before my agency which (check one)
X inured to my special private gain; or
inured to the special gain of
(b) The measure before my agency and the nature of my interest in the measure is as follows:
, 1991
, by whom I am retained.
Preliminary Review for alterations to existing structure (Braemer Isle
Condominium) at 4740 S. Ocean Blvd., Lot 2A N, submitted by Braemer Isle
Condominium Association.
I am a resident of Braemer Isle, which is the subject of the application,
and any improvement automatically influences the value of the property
that I own there.
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Date Filed July 11, 1991 Signature
NOTICE: UNDER PROVISIONS OF FLORIDA STATUTES §112.317 (1985), A FAILURE TO MAKE ANY REQUIRED
DISCLOSURE CONSTITUTES GROUNDS FOR AND MAY BE PUNISHED BY ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING:
IMPEACHMENT, REMOVAL OR SUSPENSION FROM OFFICE OR EMPLOYMENT, DEMOTION, REDUCTION IN
SALARY, REPRIMAND, OR A CIVIL PENALTY NOT TO EXCEED $5,000.
CE FORM ISB- 1-91
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