2000.07.25_TC_Minutes_WorkshopJ
9 TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
MINUTES OF TOWN COMMISSION
WORKSHOP MEETING
Tuesday, July 25, 2000 1.30 P.M.
Mayor Thomas J. Reid called the Workshop 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 was also present, as were members of the general
public. Town Manager Ben Saag was absent.
After roll call, the Pledge of Allegiance was given.
1. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, OR ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA
With no objection, the Agenda was accepted as presented.
• 2. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS
Frank Lahage, Jr., petitioned the Commission to allow a developer's name to be noted
on construction signs. The Commission referred the matter to Building Official Bob
Dawson, requesting he inform if an ordinance change might be in order.
Carl Jacobs, S.W. 10 Ave., Boca Raton, advised the Commission of a possible change
in flight patterns regarding flights to and from the Boca Raton Municipal Airport, which
would affect Highland Beach. It was the consensus that Commissioner Kane research
this issue and define the Town's position. (Information supplied by Mr. Jacobs attached
to and made part of these Minutes.)
Bill Paul, 1126 Russell Drive, requested that the Commission include funding in the
upcoming budget for the re -paving of the Town's three (3) side streets.
J.L. Van Duzen, 1116 Russell Drive, requested that the Commission take steps to
correct the drainage problem at Russell Drive and A1A, as the swale previously dug by
the DOT does not do the job. The Building Official was requested get the existing drain
in working order. (Information supplied by Mr. Van Dusen attached to and made part of
these Minutes.)
Turtle Coordinator Jose Echeverria, 1112 Russell Drive, and volunteer Jean Ellis, 4205
Is S. Ocean Blvd., noted updates in nestings thus far.
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3. BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
a) Board Correspondence: The Financial Advisory Board recommendation to
approve the FY 2000/2001 budget was noted. For the record, Finance Director
Stan Novak advised that the millage rate remained at 4 mills for the seventh
consecutive year.
b) Board Vacancies: It was the consensus to continue to table one (1) vacancy on
the Community Appearance Board.
c) Board Action Report: None.
d) Monthly Board Meetings: Previously distributed.
4. PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
(1) AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH,
FLORIDA, ADOPTING A ZONING CODE, AFFIRMING THE
OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE TOWN, WHICH WAS PRE-
VIOUSLY ADOPTED, AND PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION.
(first reading 7/5/00; published 7/14/00)
Attorney Sliney noted this proposed ordinance, presented on the agenda by title only,
related to the Public Hearing/Special Meeting scheduled for 2:30 P.M. this date, wherein
the Commission might consider approving a revised zoning code (Chapter 30).
There was no discussion.
2) A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COMMISSION OF THE
TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA, RELATING TO
THE STATE REVOLVING FUND LOAN PROGRAM; MAKING
FINDINGS; AUTHORIZING THE LOAN APPLICATION;
AUTHORIZING THE LOAN AGREEMENT; ESTABLISHING
PLEDGED REVENUES; DESIGNATING AUTHORIZED
REPRESENTATIVES; PROVIDING ASSURANCE;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY AND
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Finance Director Stan Novak advised this resolution related to the Town's pre -
construction loan application to the State, at a 3.5% interest rate, regarding the reverse
osmosis water treatment facility. It was the consensus to move the resolution to the
August 1 Regular Meeting Consent Agenda.
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5. NEW BUSINESS
1) Review Current Edition of Newsletter
It was the consensus that the Autumn edition of the newsletter be distributed.
2) Discuss and Consider Contract Award for Construction of Sewer Force Main Between
Lift Station No. 3 and Lift Station No. 1.
Dave Shuman of CH2M HILL, and Utilities Director Jack Lee, presented the bid results
for this project. Both Messrs. Shuman and Lee recommended that the Commission
award the contract to Pledger, who was low bid. After some discussion, it was the
consensus to accept the recommendation, and the contract award was moved to the
August 1 Regular Meeting Consent Agenda. (Bid results attached to and made part of
these Minutes.)
6. MISCELLANEOUS - ITEMS LEFT OVER
(1) AMENDMENT TO 401 RETIREMENT PLAN,
• ALLOWING FOR EMPLOYEES TO VOLUNTARILY
CONTRIBUTE FOUR PERCENT WITH A TOWN
MATCH OF 12 PERCENT, AND REVISION TO
PERSONNEL RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR SAID
CHANGE, TO BE EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 1, 2000.
(2) AMENDMENT TO HEALTH INSURANCE ALLOWANCE
TO PROVIDE FOR 40 PERCENT COVERAGE FOR
DEPENDENT COVERAGE, AND AN EQUAL AMOUNT
OF FUNDING FOR ADDED BENEFITS FOR THOSE
EMPLOYEES WHO DO NOT ELECT TO CARRY
DEPENDENT COVERAGE, AND REVISION TO
PERSONNEL RULESAND REGULATIONS FOR SAID
CHANGE, TO BE EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 1, 2000.
Recommended by Commissioner Lowe for consideration, these agenda items generated
substantial discussion. Mayor Reid took exception to the fact that the Commission, as
a body, did not present the issues, and it was the majority consensus that more
information and comparisons with neighboring communities would be needed before a
vote could be taken; it was requested the Town Manager coordinate this effort. In this
regard, it was agreed that the items be placed on the August 29 Workshop Agenda for
further discussion. (Mayor Reid's notes attached to and made part of these Minutes.)
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6.
MISCELLANEOUS - ITEMS LEFT OVER (continued)
(3) Minutes for Approval at the August 1 Regular Meeting:
June 27, 2000
June 27, 2000
July 05, 2000
REPORTS - TOWN COMMISSION
Commissioner Robert L. Lowe - no report.
Commissioner Paul R. Kane - no report.
Commissioner John J. Sorrelli - no report.
Vice Mayor Michael W. Hill - no report.
Mayor Thomas J. Reid - no report.
8. REPORTS - TOWN ATTORNEY
Workshop Meeting
Public Hearing (Zoning)
Regular Meeting
Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney advised of an Attorney -Client Session on
Wednesday, July 26 at 1:30 P.M., regarding the Mariano litigation, with a Public
Hearing/Special Meeting scheduled for August 1 at 1:30 P.M., or immediately following
the Regular Meeting, regarding settlement.
9. REPORTS - TOWN MANAGER
None.
10. CONSENT AGENDA
None.
11. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission at this time, Mayor Reid
adjourned the Workshop Meeting at 2:20 P.M. upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER
SORRELLUVICE MAYOR HILL.
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APPROVE:
Thomas J. Reid, Mayor
Michael W. i , Vice Mayor
Jo J. Sorrelli, Commissioner
Paul R. Kane, Commissioner
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Robert L. Lowe, Commissioner
Attest:
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