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2011.07.05_TC_Minutes_RegularTOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH MINUTES OF TOWN COMMISSION MEETING REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, 5, 2011 1:30 PM Mayor Bernard Featherman called the Regular Meeting to order in Commission Chambers at 1:30 PM. CALL TO ORDER: Roll Call: Members present: Mayor Bernard Featherman; Vice Mayor Miriam S. Zwick; Commissioner Doris M. Trinley; Commissioner John J. Pagliaro; and Commissioner Dennis J. Sheridan. Also present: Town Attorney Tom Sliney; Town Manager Kathleen D. Weiser; Town Clerk Beverly M. Brown; Public Works Director Jack Lee; Acting Finance Director Cale Curtis; Sergeant Deborah McCray; Assistant to the Town Manager Zoie Burgess; and members of the public. Pledge of Allegiance: The Pledge of Allegiance was given, followed by a minute of silence in honor of members of the military, both living and deceased. Civility Pledge: The Civility Pledge was recited by the Town Clerk. 1. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS OR ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA Mayor Featherman asked for any additions or deletions. Town Manager Weiser requested that under Presentations include an introduction of Richard Radcliffe, the new Executive Director of Palm Beach League of Cities who would like to introduce himself and explain his duties with the league. 2. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS Lou Stern — 1115 Russell Dr Would like to commend the Mayor and the Commission on the idea of the survey of Town residents. Would suggest two additional items be included: 1) Post Office — how many residents actually use it. 2) Water Plant — The reports that the Town issues are wonderful. Do not like the taste or smell of it. Do not know anyone who drinks it. Also, when the survey is distributed, each household should receive two copies so that it is an individual effort. Town Commission Regular Minutes July 5, 2011 Page 2 of 8 3. PRESENTATIONS Presentation of a $5,000.00 check by Palm Beach County District IV Commissioner Steven Abrams toward the Milani Tree Project. County Commissioner Abrams stated it was a pleasure to present the $5,000.00 check from the County to further improve the Milani Park project. There is a long history between the County and the Town regarding this project and with some unanticipated savings; we were able to assist the Town with their tree plantings. On behalf of the residents of the Town, Deanna and George Kelvin presented "The History of Highland Beach" as a thank you to Commissioner Abrams for his efforts with the $5,000.00 Grant. Richard Radcliffe — Executive Director of Palm Beach League of Cities Richard Radcliffe stated he had been recently appointed the Executive Director of the Palm Beach League of Cities and wanted to introduce himself to the Commission. The League represents thirty eight municipalities in Palm Beach County not only in Tallahassee but with the elected County Officials. If there is anything the League could assist the Town with, please do not hesitate to contact us. 4. BOARDS AND COMMITTEES A) Board Correspondence: • None B) Board Action Report: • Read into record by Town Clerk Brown C) Board Vacancies • Beaches & Shores Advisory Board — One full term • Board of Adjustment and Appeals One Unexpired One -Year Term • Code Enforcement Board — Two Appointments • Financial Advisory Board — Three Appointments D) Monthly Board Meetings • Code Enforcement Board — July 7th — Cancelled • Beaches & Shores Advisory Board — July 12th — Regular — 9:30 AM • Planning Board — July 13th — Regular — 9:30 AM • Bd. of Adjustment — July 19th - Canceled 5. PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS 0 None Town Commission Regular Minutes July 5, 2011 Page 3 of 8 6. NEW BUSINESS A) Recommendation to the Palm Beach County League of Cities to appoint Harold Hageemann to the Fire Rescue Level of Service Committee Mayor Featherman — At last week's meeting we were notified of a vacancy on the Palm Beach County League of Cities Fire Rescue Level of Service Committee. Former Mayor Harold Hagelmann had submitted his name for consideration as he is a former Commanding Officer with the New York City Fire Department. Since last week's meeting, we discovered the vacancy was for a large city and the appointee has to be a sitting official or staff member. Former Mayor Hagelmann has withdrawn his name. B) Discussion of Strategic Plan Mayor Featherman — Have previously lectured on this subject at four colleges, and know how important it is. The plan needs to indicate where we are going in the future. At the Workshop Meeting, recommendations were made that our Planning Board be given the responsibility of developing the plan. I think it is a good idea. All the Boards can give input to the Planning Board. Would like to hear what the Commission has to say. Comm. Trinley — Considering that the Town is only 2.9 miles long, 6 square miles with two businesses — Holiday Inn and O'Grady Real Estate, what kind of strategic plan are we looking at? Mayor Featherman — A vision of what will be happening in the future. Where are we going in the next three years? What is going to happen to the vacant lots? Replacing sidewalks? Hurricane damage? Are our Boards performing? What should they be doing differently? Comm. Trinley-Rather than just getting indications from the Planning Board, why not have all the Boards respond directly to the Commission? Especially since the Commission as a body will decide the final Strategic Plan. Mayor Featherman — The Planning Board will receive input from the other Boards and create a document to be received by the Commission. Comm. Trinley — What is the time frame? Even though you are serving a three-year term, a couple of seats on this Commission will be changing. Mayor Featherman —The Planning Board will create a three-year plan which will be subject to change by the Town commission. This plan will be completed in twelve months or sooner. Vice Mayor Zwick — Recall a number of years ago serving on a Charter Review Board. It is about time we appoint a Charter Review Committee and they could develop the Strategic Plan at the same time. The Charter has not been changed in the last 10 years. The Strategic Plan and keeping our Charter updated both are important. Mayor Featherman — That's a good idea that could be incorporated into the Strategic Plan. A three-year plan will indicate the direction the Town will be going in; what they will be doing; and what we have to change each year. Manager Town Commission Regular Minutes July 5, 2011 Page 4 of 8 Weiser — Mayor, the Town Clerk just advised me that the Charter Review Committee is scheduled to be appointed next year. Comm. Pagliaro — I like the idea to have a wish list for Highland Beach and call it a Strategic Plan. There are residents who have volunteered for boards, and feel we should tap into these people and form a sub -committee to develop this wish list for the Town Commission. We will not be able to provide all the items on the wish list, but it is good idea to think ahead. Manor Featherman — Believe we need to start right away, without waiting a year. Even if we make a few mistakes, we need to make a move without any hesitation. Comm. Sheridan - Agree with Commissioner Pagliaro. We need some type of a structure or blue print as a guideline as to what we expect them to look at and develop as the first Strategic Plan. I am sure the Commissioners have some ideas that they would like to share. Mayor Featherman — Have asked the Town Manager to get some names of people who can assist us in structuring a plan, but it would be very expensive. I believe we are capable of handling these ourselves without spending the money, even if it takes several months more. But we have to move on this, just in case of a hurricane, where do our residents and employees go? Town Manager Weiser — I would like to make a suggestion. I have done strategic planning in quite a few cities. Generally, you would send out a questionnaire to all the Boards and any interested parties (condo or home owners associations) requesting their input. You, as the elected Commission, review their suggestions and then set your priorities. You have the control of it since you are the fiscal authority of the Town. If you cannot afford any particular item, then it is not included in the plan. Mayor Featherman — Feel the Strategic Plan should be handled by the Planning Board. Comm. Sheridan — Are the other Boards going to report to the Commission or the Planning Board? Mayor Featherman — They will report to the Planning Board. Comm. Pagliaro — The Planning Board needs to report to someone. They should sit with the Town Manager who would have the responsibility to wheedle the document down. Vice Mayor Zwick - The advisory boards should have a contact person. Plus someone needs to consolidate and present the document to the Commission. MOTION: Vice Mayor Zwick moved to appoint the Planning Board to develop a three-year Strategic Plan and report back to the Town Commission. Comm. Pagliaroseconded the motion. ROLL CALL: Vice Mayor Zwick - Yes Commissioner Pagliaro - Yes Commission Trinley - Yes Commissioner Sheridan - Yes Mayor Featherman - Yes Motion passed with a 5-0 vote. Town Commission Regular Minutes July 5, 2011 Page 5 of 8 Comm. Pa lg iaro — When this Committee is formed, they should be given a time frame. Mayor Featherman —Many months the Planning Board meetings are canceled due to lack of agenda items. They will be given one year. C) Approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with PBC Housing & Community Development for participation in the Urban County Entitlement Jurisdiction. Mayor Featherman — Town Attorney do you have a recommendation? Town Attorney — Based on my review, I do not recommend that the Town Commission approve this Interlocal Agreement. This urban county entitlement is meant for large urban areas and not small municipalities like Highland Beach. It also allows the County to undertake community development and housing assistance activities within the Town, and without any input from the Town. Comm. Sheridan —After reading the agreement, I am in complete agreement with Town Attorney Sliney. Vice Mayor Zwick — This has been brought before the Town Commission previously, it is a typical bureaucratic contract, and the Town Commission has never approved anything that did not involve local government input. I am totally pleased with suggestion made by Town Attorney. Comm. Trinley — Trust the Town Attorney's judgment. MOTION: Comm. Sheridan moved to not participate in the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Palm Beach County Housing and Community Development; motion seconded by Vice Mayor Zwick. ROLL CALL: Commissioner Sheridan - Yes Vice Mayor Zwick - Yes Commissioner Pagliaro - Yes Commissioner Trinley - Yes Mayor Featherman - Yes Motion passed with a 5-0 vote. D) Setting July 19th at 2:00 pm as a Special Meeting date for the first reading of the levy and setting the tentative maximum millage rate. MOTION: Vice Mayor Zwick moved to schedule a Special Meeting on July 26, 2011 at 1:00 PM to set the tentative maximum millage rate; seconded by Comm. Pa 1� iaro, A voice vote was taken with all in favor. Town Commission Regular Minutes July 5, 2011 Page 6 of 8 7. MISCELLANEOUS — ITEMS LEFT OVER: None 8. REPORTS — TOWN COMMISSION A) Commissioner Dennis J. Sheridan — No Report. B) Commissioner John J. Pagliaro — No Report. C) Commissioner Doris M. Trinley —Has the Musa Estate settled their lien? Town Attorney Slinev - The contract fell through on the sale of the land. The lien will not be paid until the property is actually sold. Comm. Trinlev — Mayor, why do you not have your picture hanging on the wall with the other Mayors? D) Vice Mayor Miriam S. Zwick — No Report. E) Mayor Bernard Featherman — Mr. Stern spoke about adding some additional items to the survey, does the Commission have any further suggestions? Comm. Triplex — Would like the question regarding the MSTU be included on the survey rather than going to referendum. Consensus of Commission is to include MSTU question in survey. 9. REPORTS — TOWN ATTORNEY No Report. 10. REPORTS — TOWN MANAGER It was nice to come back into Town and see all the American Flags that Sue Eppling and her son put up for the 4 h of July. I have researched the law in reference to grab bars in public facilities. Per Code, they are required to be installed in any new Town facility. Jack Lee — Last night we had a pipe burst in the water plant. We had a repair clamp in stock and have repaired the damage. During the time the plant was down, we received water from Delray Beach. Some residents complained as it had a yellow tinge to it. We are back in service now. 11. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Featherman asked if any item needed to be removed from the Consent Agenda? Town Commission Regular Minutes July 5, 2011 Page 7 of 8 MOTION: Vice Mayor Zwick moved to accept the Consent Agenda as presented; seconded by Comm. Pa lg iaro. Town Clerk Brown read the Consent Agenda into the record. A) Appointment of Bruce Giacoma to the Financial Advisory Board for a three-year term. B) Appointment of William Gross to the Financial Advisory Board for a three-year term. C) Appointment of Carl Feldman to the Planning Board for a three-year term. D) Authorizing the Town Manager to issue four (4) Blanket Purchase Requisitions. E) Authorizing the Beaches & Shores Advisory Board to participate in Turtle Walk and Talk Day on July 16''. F) Approval of Minutes May 31, 2011 — Workshop Meeting June 6, 2011 — Special Meeting June 7, 2011 — Regular Meeting ROLL CALL: Vice Mayor Zwick - Yes Commissioner Pagliaro - Yes Commissioner Trinley - Yes Commissioner Sheridan - Yes Mayor Featherman - Yes Motion passed with a 5-0 vote. 12. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS RELATED TO ITEMS DISCUSSED AT MEETING Jim Jiovanazzo — 3700 S. Ocean Blvd. Strategic Planning — The plan should include burying the electric lines going up and down AIA. Joe Yucht — Boca Highlands Last April I suggested to the Commission that they appoint a Super Committee of former Mayors. I suggest that in addition to the Planning Board, they should also include the former Mayors to work on the Strategic Plan. I would also like to thank the Town Manager for looking into the grab bars. Hope that our community will be aware of what the code is and enforce it. Would like to see more people involved in the Town. Town Commission Regular Minutes July 5, 2011 Page 8 of 8 13. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Commission, Mayor Featherman adjourned the Regular Meeting at 2:30 PM upon a MOTION by Commissioner Sheridan; seconded by Vice Mayor Zwick. APPROVED: Bernard Featherman, Mayor ,!I Miriam S. Zw' , V' Mayor Dori M. Trinley, C issioner agliaro, XIJJO,,., Commissioner Dennis J. She an, Commissioner ATTEST: everly M. rown, MC Town Cler