2000.03.07_TC_Minutes_RegularTOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA
MINUTES OF TOWN COMMISSION MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, March 07, 2000 1:30 P.M.
Mayor Thomas J. Reid called the Regular Meeting to order in Commission Chambers
at 1:30 P.M.
Town Clerk Doris Trinley called the roll. The Mayor, Vice Mayor Michael W. Hill, and
Commissioners John J. Sorrelli, Paul R. Kane and Robert L. Lowe were present.
Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney and Town Manager Ben Saag were also present, as
were members of the general public.
After roll call, the Pledge of Allegiance was given.
1. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS OR ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA
Upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER LOWENICE MAYOR HILL, and without objection,
• Mayor Reid declared the Agenda accepted as presented.
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS
Turtle Program Coordinator, Jose Echeverria (1112 Russell Drive), requested volunteers
for the upcoming turtle season.
PRESENTATION
1998-1999 COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT BY AUDITORS,
HAAS & DIAZ
Introductory remarks were made by Chuck Haas, while Debbie Diaz presented the
"Financial Highlights" booklet. All questions were answered to the Commission's
satisfaction, and commendations for their part in the preparation of 1998-1999
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report were given to the Finance Director, Town
Manager and members of the Financial Advisory Board. (copy of booklet attached to
and made part of these Minutes.)
3. BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
a) Board Correspondence: A status report was accepted from the Planning Board
• regarding the Chapter 30 Zoning Code Review. (copy attached to and made part of
these Minutes.)
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3. Boards and Committees (continued)
b) Board Vacancies: None.
c) Board Action Report: Board activities for the month of February were noted and
received as information.
d) Monthly Board Meetings: Mayor Reid read monthly meetings for March into the
record.
4. PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER KANE/COMMISSIONER LOWE, the following
proposed Resolution was unanimously approved by roll call vote.
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA,
DECLARING THE ELECTION FOR THE VICE MAYOR SEAT AND ONE
(1) COMMISSION SEAT TO HAVE BEEN HELD ON THE 14TH DAY OF
MARCH 2000 TO BE UNNECESSARY SINCE THE ONLY CANDIDATES
• WHO QUALIFIED ARE UNOPPOSED.
MOTION to approve the following proposed Resolution was made by COMMISSIONER
KANENICE MAYOR HILL; unanimous favorable roll call vote followed:
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF
HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA, TO PROVIDE FOR TIMELY CLOSING OF
TOWN COMMISSION AGENDAS.
The following proposed resolution was unanimously approved by roll call vote, following
MOTION by COMMISSIONER SORRELLUCOMMISSIONER LOWE:
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF
HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA, PLEDGING A FUNDING SOURCE FOR
THE REPAYMENT OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER TREATMENT
FACILITY.
After brief discussion, the following proposed ordinance was given first reading:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA,
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 672, WHICH APPROPRIATED FUNDS FOR
• THE FISCAL YEAR 1998-1999, WHICH BEGAN OCTOBER 1, 1998 AND
ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 1999.
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S. NEW BUSINESS
None.
6. MISCELLANEOUS - ITEMS LEFT OVER
(1) "GARDENS OF HIGHLAND BEACH" PROJECT SITE PLAN APPROVAL
The Commission continued its discussion from the February 29 Workshop Meeting with
Developer Mark Rothenberg, in company with Attorney William Sklar. Questions
regarding the site plan were answered to the Commission's satisfaction, as were
questions asked of Building Official Bob Dawson.
During discussion, it was noted that the wetlands will be enhanced and a mitigation plan
is in place; a conservation easement will ensure the land cannot be developed. Mr.
Rothenberg stated that fire department regulations regarding roadway width have been
satisfied. He also requested, and it was agreed, that the installation of a manned guard
gate should be the choice of the future homeowners' association. Of particular note was
Mr. Rothenberg's guarantee that, being issued a permit to do so, the project's permanent
wall would be built before construction began to ensure a more aesthetic and secure
building site.
Concluding discussion, with advice from Town Attorney Sliney, the following Motions
were made:
VICE MAYOR HILL/COMMISSIONER SORRELLI: The Town Commission gives
approval to the site plan for the "Gardens of Highland Beach" project, comprised of 54
units total, subject to approval of all pertinent agencies, as well as to conditions noted
in the January 26, 2000 Planning Board Minutes, i.e.
.Reference Job #982467, Sheet S1, dated 9/16/99; last revision 12/23/99.
.Homes will have attached walls.
.Right turning land included in approval, subject to DOT permitting same.
.Design safe corner at ingress & egress (wall will be moved back).
.Place a safe corner at south egress wall also.
.There will be 8 -car stacking at entrance (2 lanes).
VICE MAYOR HILL/COMMISSIONER LOWE: The developer guarantees that a
permanent site wall be built before the start of construction.
COMMISSIONER SORRELLUCOMMISSIONER KANE: Units 51, 52, 53 and 54, and
units 2, 3 and 4, - a total of 7 units - will be used as models, subject to the Building
Official's requirements, and will be the last sold.
Unanimous favorable roll call vote followed each Motion.
(a copy of Planning Board correspondence and 1/26/2000 Minutes attached hereto,
as well as copy of Community Appearance Board correspondence.)
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S6. Miscellaneous - Items Left Over (continued)
(2) MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
Upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER LOWEXOMMISSIONER SORRELLI, the following
sets of Minutes were unanimously approved:
January 25, 2000 -
Workshop Meeting
February 01, 2000 -
Regular Meeting
February 08, 2000 -
Special Meeting
7. REPORTS - TOWN COMMISSION
Commissioner Robert L. Lowe had no report.
Commissioner Paul R. Kane had no report.
Commissioner John J. Sorrelli referred to the heavy, sometimes speeding, traffic on
A1A, and noted that most drivers were not inclined to slow down to allow condominium
dwellers on the west side safe crossing to the ocean side, even as they tried to do so
within a designated crosswalk. Substantial discussion took place acknowledging severe
traffic conditions in Town and possible remedies for same. In conclusion, because the
• Town has no jurisdiction over the state road, Town Manager Saag suggested that he
meet with representatives of the Department of Transportation in the very near future to
discuss this problem.
Vice Mayor Michael W. Hill questioned Attorney Sliney regarding the status of the
Hoffman property; Mr Sliney replied that the Town is still awaiting certain documents
referred to in the petition received from Attorney Margaret Cooper regarding the property.
Mayor Thomas J. Reid had no report.
8. REPORTS - TOWN ATTORNEY
Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney had no report.
9. REPORTS - TOWN MANAGER
Town Manager Ben Saag reported that the coffees held to educate residents regarding
the upcoming bond referendum regarding the construction of a reverse osmosis water
treatment facility averaged about 15-20 residents each. He encouraged residents to vote
on March 14.
For the record, Mr. Saag requested a formal MOTION from the Commission approving
• the 1998-1999 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report; same was forthcoming from
COMMISSIONER SORRELLUCOMMISSIONER LOWE, followed by unanimous favorable
vote.
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is 10. CONSENT AGENDA
Upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER LOWE/COMMISSIONER SORRELLI, the following
Consent Agenda items were unanimously approved:
(1) CH2M HILL Task Order No.2000-03: Saltwater Monitoring Program.
(2) Amendments to Personnel Rules and Regulations.
11. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission at this time, Mayor Reid
adjourned the Regular Meeting at 2:35 P.M. upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER
SORRELLI/VICE MAYOR HILL.
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Thomas J. Reid, Mayor
Michae . Hill, Vice Mayor
J n J. Sorrelli, Commissioner
Paul R. Kane, Commissioner
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Robert L. Lowe, Commissioner
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