2001.08.28_TC_Minutes_WorkshopTOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
MINUTES OF TOWN COMMISSION MEETING
WORKSHOP MEETING
Tuesday, August 28, 2001 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 Robert L. Lowe and Rachael Scala-Pistone were present. Commissioner
John J. Sorrelli was absent.
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
• With no objection, the Mayor declared the Agenda accepted as presented.
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS
Jean Ellis, 4205 S. Ocean BLvd., reiterated her complaint about a rampant raccoon
population, displaced from their habitat by ongoing construction, encroaching on her
property, causing damage and destruction. Town Manager Saag said the Town would
reimburse Mrs Ellis. -and any other resident(s) who brought a similar complaint -
following their contracting with a private company to resolve the problem, as the Town
did not have the capacity to deal with it.
Joseph Yucht, 4748 S. Ocean Blvd., requested (1) an update on the county park; (2) a
report on a cell phone ordinance; and asked that afollow-up letter in support of the Part
150 study be sent regarding a proposed change in flight patterns at the Boca Raton
Airport.
3. PRESENTATIONS
NONE.
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4. BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
A) BOARD CORRESPONDENCE: NONE.
B) BOARD VACANCIES: ONE (1) ON THE FINANCIAL ADVISORY BOARD.
It was the consensus to postpone an appointment to the FAB at this time.
C) BOARD ACTION REPORT: PREVIOUSLY SUBMITTED.
D) MONTHLY BOARD MEETINGS: PREVIOUSLY SUBMITTED.
5. PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
(1) AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA, TO
EFFECT A TAX LEVY BASED ON THE 2001 TAX ROLL OF THE TOWN OF
HIGHLAND BEACH. (first reading 8/7/01; to be published 8/30/01)
(2) AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA,
APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2001-2002, BEGINNING
OCTOBER 1, 2001 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2002. (first reading 8/7/01;
to be published 8/30/01)
It was noted that the these budget ordinances would be adopted at the Public
Hearing/Special Meeting on September 17, 2001 (changed from September 18),
following a Public Hearing scheduled for September 7, 2001; both meetings will be held
at 5:01 P.M.
(3) A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF
HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING RESOLUTION 725, AS AMENDED
BY RESOLUTION 748, WHICH RELATES TO THE EMPLOYMENT OF
BENJAMIN SAAG AS TOWN MANAGER OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND
BEACH.
Mr. Saag explained that the proposed resolution related to his being afforded a monthly
compensation of $500 for automobile related expenses, rather than the present
arrangement of the use of a town-owned vehicle. Mr. Saag advised that the present
vehicle would be transferred to the Police Department for the COPS program, thus
ensuring a savings to the Town because the purchase of a new police vehicle would not
be necessary. There was no discussion, and it was the consensus that the resolution
be approved at the September 4, Regular Meeting.
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6. NEW BUSINESS
DISCUSSION RE: - CH2M HILL WORK SCHEDULE RECOMMENDATION FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF SECOND FLORIDAN AQUIFER WELL.
Town Manager Saag explained that CH2M HILL recommends the construction of this
second well go round the clock - 24 hours -until completed. Mr. Saag said Staff also
approved of this, approach, in that it would result in a monetary savings to the Town, as
well as limit inconvenience to residents. After some discussion, including the bid
process and CH2M HILL being on hand to oversee the construction, it was the
consensus to move this item to the September 4 Consent Agenda. (copy of CH2M
HILL recommendation attached hereto and made part of these Minutes)
7. MISCELLANEOUS -ITEMS LEFT OVER
(1) SPECIFICS RE 3-YEAR CONTRACT FOR AUDITING SERVICES
AWARDED TO HAAS, DIAZ & CO.
Town Manager Saag touched on pertinent aspects of the contract, and answered
• questions to the Commission's satisfaction. It was the consensus to move this item to
the September 4 Consent Agenda.
(2) MINUTES FOR APPROVAL.
The following sets of Minutes were moved to the September 4 Regular Meeting for
further consideration and possible approval:
July 31, 2001 - Workshop Meeting
July 31, 2001 - Special Meeting (Tentative Millage)
August 7, 2001 - Regular Meeting
8. REPORTS -TOWN COMMISSION
Commissioner Rachael Scala-Pistone had no report.
Commissioner Robert L. Lowe noted that the Reverse 911 system has been tested
and is operational; residents with unlisted phones are requested to contact the Police
Department so their numbers can be included for notification in emergency/disaster
situations.
Commissioner John J. Sorrelli was absent.
• Vice Mayor Michael W. Hill had no report.
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Mayor Thomas J. Reid referred to Mr. Yucht's requests under Public Comments, at
which time the Town Manager advised that the county will be ready to submit plan
information on the county park in 60-75 days. The Mayor further advised that he had
already formulated afollow-up letter in support of the Part 150 Study (Boca Airport). In
conclusion, Mayor Reid addressed the ban on the use of cell phones while driving a
motor vehicle and explained that while the Town could regulate this use on Town roads,
it had no legal jurisdiction over state roads such as A1A.
9. REPORTS -TOWN ATTORNEY
Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney verified the Mayor's comments regarding a ban on
cell phone use on State Road A1A. (Copy of Mr. Sliney's opinion letter attached to
and made part of these Minutes.)
10. REPORTS -TOWN MANAGER
Town Manager Ben Saag advised (1) the date of the September 18 Public
Hearing/Special Meeting to adopt the budget ordinances had been changed to
September 17 in deference to the Jewish Holiday, Rosh Hashanah; and (2) he would
give a comprehensive update on the sewer force main project at the September 4
Regular Meeting.
Mr. Saag also advised that should their schedules permit, he would schedule an
Executive Session to bring the Commission up to date on Police bargaining negotiations
thus far; Monday, September 10, at 2:00 P.M. was tentatively agreed upon.
11. CONSENT AGENDA
NONE.
At this time, Mayor Reid invited author Sandy Simon to give an overview of how he
would approach the writing of the Town's history. Mr. Simon will give an additional
presentation at the September 4 Regular Meeting, after which the Commission will
consider approval of Mr. Simon's contract in this regard. (Draft copy of said contract
attached to and made part of these Minutes,)
12. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission at this time, Mayor Reid
adjourned the Workshop Meeting at 2:35 PM, upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER
LOWE/VICE MAYOR HILL.
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APPROVE:
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Thomas J. Reid, Mayor
M .Hill, Vice Mayor
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Jo J. Sorr ;Commissioner
Rnbe.r~ Lowe, Comr~s.~iQner
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Rachael Scala-Pistone, Commissioner
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