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1999.05.25_TC_Minutes_Workshop~. --~ TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA MINUTES OF TOWN COMMISSION MEETING WORKSHOP MEETING Tuesday, Mav 25, 1999 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 and Town Manager Ben Saag were also present, as were members of the general public. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS OR ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA There were no additions or deletions to the Agenda and, hearing no objection, the Mayor declared it accepted as presented. 99.1 PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS Board of Adjustment Chairman James F. Neihoff (3213 S. Ocean Blvd.) • advised that in order to facilitate the work of the BOA, it was important that immediate attention be given to determining how the height of a residence is measured. After some discussion, it was the consensus that the Planning Board consultant give this issue priority. Turtle Program Coordinator .Jose Echeverria (1112 Russell Drive) gave an update on nestings thus far. Violet Falcone (3301 S. Ocean Blvd.) offered a plan for expansion of parking facilities in the rear of the Town Hall complex. 99.2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Mayor Reid announced one (1) vacancy on the Community Appearance Board. 99.3 PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS There were no ordinances or resolutions to consider. MISCELI~ 'OUS = ITEMS LEFT OVER The following sets of Minutes were moved to the June 1 Regular Meeting for further consideration and possible approval: April 27, 1999 _ Workshop Meeting May 04; 1999 Regular Meeting _~. Town Commission Workshop Minutes • May 25, 1999 Page 2 of 4 REPORTS - TOWN COMMISSION Commissioner Robert L. Lowe referred to the salary survey presented to the Commission by Town Manager Saag and suggested that the Financial Advisory Board meet before the start of the budget process to review same. After some discussion, it was the consensus that the FAB hold a special meeting in this regard, transmitting their recommendations to the Commission as soon as possible so that appropriate considerations may be included in the budget process. Commissioner Paul R. Rane had no report. Commissioner John J. Sorrelli referred to the heavy traffic, including construction vehicles, on State Road AlA and suggested that for safety's sake the Town take steps to get the speed limit reduced from 40 MPH to 35 MPH. It was agreed the Commissioner would meet with the Town Manager to discuss this possibility further. Vice Mayor Michael W. Hill led discussion regarding a possible "No Wake" zone being imposed on that portion of the Intracoastal that runs through the Town. He referred to correspondence received from • the Monterrey House condominium in this regard (attached to and made part of these Minutes). The Vice Mayor briefly touched on the Town's Code regarding dogs on the beach (allowed if on leash). He also suggested that perhaps an All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) might be considered for police to accommodate easy access when responding to a beach emergency, Responding to Vice Mayor Hill's suggestion that renters be sent a copy of the current "Citizen Survey" so their ideas might also be included, it was noted any renter who is interested in taking part may do, as copies of the survey are available at Town Hall. Mayor Thomas J. Reid said he concurred with taking steps to have a "No Wake" zone imposed on the Town`s section of the Intracoastal. Mayor Reid also noted the hazardous conditions created by bicyclists riding on AlA in other than single file; in this regard it was Attorney Sliney's suggestion that the Town Manager discuss the issue with the Department of Transportation to determine if a solution was possible, as it would come under their jurisdiction. REPORTS - TOWN ATTORNEY Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney advised all related matters regarding Robert J. Corsino's resignation from the Police Department were in order; it was agreed this issue be moved to the June 1 Regular Meeting Consent Agenda. Minutes of Town Commission Workshop Meeting • May 25 , 1999 Pacte 3 of 4 REPORTS - TOWN MANAGER Town Manager Ben Saag advised on several issues: .With Commissioner Sorrelli, Mr. Saag had arranged for the architect to submit detailed plans for the renovation/expansion of the maintenance garage and expansion of parking facilities. These were explained in detail to the Commission by Mr. Saag and, after some discussion, it was the consensus to move approval of the projects to the June 1 Regular Meeting Consent Agenda. Because the possibility of adding a second floor to the maintenance garage had previously been discussed, Mr. Saag was directed to get a price on the cost of a structural analysis of the building. .To assist in ongoing dealings with BFI, the Town's solid waste contractor, Mr. Saag requested that the Commission allow for the hiring of Tim Hunt, former Regional Director of the Solid Waste Authority. It was the consensus that Mr. Hunt be hired as a consultant in this regard. .The results of the Citizen Survey would be made available to the Commission at the June 1 Regular Meeting. • .The Department of Transportation had advised plans for the start of work to be done on AlA had been switched from April 2002 to April 2001; CH2M Hill had advised there would no problem in completing the upgrade of the Town's wastewater system to meet this new date. .Library Director Mari Suarez would make a presentation, under Mr. Saag's report, at the June 1, 1999 meeting. .Regarding the recent salary survey, Mr. Saag clarified that rather than re-address the entire Long report, he was of the opinion that the Financial Advisory Board need only review the ranges for certain positions. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the members at this time, Mayor Reid adjourned the Workshop Meeting at 2:25 P.M. upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER LOWEfVICE MAYOR HILL. dmt • r Minutes of Town Commission Workshop Meeting Mater 25, 1999 Paae 4 of 4 APPROVE: / -~~_ ~ ~ Thomas J. Reid, Mayor chae 11, Vice Mayor John J. Sorrelli, Commissioner ~l /,-~iG~ G`~~ ~G~~ Paul R. Kane, Commissioner._ Robert L. Lowe, commissioner Attest: