1999.03.02_TC_Minutes_Regular~,
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Tuesday, March 2, 1999 1:30 P.M.
Mayor Arlin G. Voress 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
David Augenstein and Commissioner Michael W. Hill 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. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Hearing no objection, Mayor Voress declared the Agenda adopted as
presented.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Upon MOTION by VICE MAYOR AUGENSTEIN/COMMISSIONER HILL, the
following sets of Minutes were unanimously approved:
REGULAR MEETING
TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
MINUTES OF TOWN COMMISSION MEETING
January 26, 1999 - Workshop Meeting
February 02, 1999 - Regular Meeting
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS
Jose Echeverria, 1112 Russell Drive, thanked the Commission for its
support of the Turtle and On-going Beach Clean-up Programs. In
turn, the Mayor thanked Mr. Echeverria for his volunteer efforts.
Bill Paul, 1126 Russell Drive, expressed displeasure regarding the
services of the Town's ambulance provider, American Medical
Response.
Marie Goff, 1116 Highland Beach Drive, asked that the Commission
consider an ordinance requiring the fencing of all pools, and/or
properties with pools, to enhance safety, especially for children.
The Town Manager was requested to conduct a survey of other
municipalities regarding such an ordinance.
In his capacity as President of the Library Foundation, Leonard
Bell, 2727 S. Ocean Boulevard, thanked Attorney Sliney, advising he
had arranged for a $1, 000 contribution from the Ritter trust, which
brought the Foundation's total contributions to the $100,000 mark.
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Because their 6-year allowable term limits expire as of the
swearing in of newly elected officials on March 10, this was the
last meeting of regularly scheduled Commission business that Mayor
Voress and Vice Mayor Augenstein would take part in. Accordingly,
the following residents took the opportunity to convey thanks and
congratulations to both on their outstanding service to the Town:
Jose Echeverria, 1112 Russell Drive
Bill Paul, 1126 Russell Drive
Alfred Bresnahan 3310 S. Ocean Blvd.
Jim Niehoff, 3212 S. Ocean Blvd.
Victor Hadeed, 3201 S. Ocean Blvd.
Leonard Bell, 2727 S. Ocean Blvd.
Mayor-Elect Tom Reid, 3015 S. Ocean Blvd
Elizabeth Poulsen, 3400 S. Ocean Blvd.
4. REPORTS - TOWN COMMISSION
Commissioner Michael W. Hill requested that the Town Manager look
into Mr. Paul's complaints regarding American Medical Response. He
also encouraged residents to exercise their vote on March 9.
Concluding his remarks, Commissioner Hill, who is Vice-Mayor elect,
thanked Mayor Voress and Vice Mayor Augenstein for their fine
• service to the Town and congratulated them on a job well done.
Vice Mayor David Augenstein acknowledged the end his tenure on the
Commission by noting his enjoyment of the job and the friendships
made through the years; he thanked all for their support.
Mayor Arlin G. Voress also noted enjoyment of his tenure, first as
a Commission member and then as Mayor for six (6) years. He
expressed kind words for staff and others associated with the
Town's work, and thanked them and the Town's residents for their
confidence and support.
REPORTS - TOWN ATTORNEY
Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney advised he had discussed proposed
amended plans submitted by the Toscana developer and had requested
more clearly defined information, which will be reviewed with the
Town Manager and Building Official. If possible, Mr. Sliney said
the proposed amendments would be ready for review with the newly
seated Commission at the March 30 Workshop Meeting.
6. REPORTS - TOWN MANAGER
Town Manager Ben Saag reported on the following:
1) The Town received only one (1) bid on the painting of the
exterior of the elevated water tower behind Town Hall, which was
from G&M Painting, Inc., who had recently repaired/painted the
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interior of the tank. Noting the bid was substantially less than
budgeted, and included painting of the Town's logo on the tank, Mr.
Saag asked the Commission to approve G&M's bid so work could begin
shortly. MOTION to approve G&M's bid, was made by VICE MAYOR
AUGENSTEIN/COMMISSIONER HILL, followed by unanimous favorable vote.
2) As a result of the Town's computer upgrade program, several
CPU's and keyboards were no longer in use. Mr. Saag asked the
Commission to declare such equipment as surplus and allow Town
employees to submit sealed bids on their purchase for private use.
This was done upon MOTION by VICE MAYOR AUGENSTEIN/COMMISSIONER
HILL, followed by unanimous favorable vote.
3) Immediately following adjournment of this meeting, a reception
to honor the outgoing Mayor and Vice Mayor was planned. Following
this announcement, Mr, Saag presented plaques to Mayor Voress and
Vice Mayor Augenstein, which noted their long-standing and
dedicated service to the Town.
7. REPORTS - BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
The Board Action Report was accepted as information; there were no
Board vacancies to consider.
• 8. MONTHLY BOARD MEETINGS
Mayor Voress read the meetings scheduled for March into the record.
9. PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
The following proposed ordinance, given first reading on 2/2/99 and
published on 2/11/99, was given final reading.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 672, WHICH
APPROPRIATED FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1997-1998,
WHICH BEGAN OCTOBER 1, 1997 AND ENDED
SEPTEMBER 30, 1998.
Upon MOTION by VICE MAYOR AUGENSTEIN/COMMISSIONER HILL, followed by
roll call vote, the ordinance was unanimously approved.
The following ordinance was given first reading; there was no
discussion:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING SECTION 6-1 (b) OF CHAPTER 6,
"BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES," OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
PERTAINING TO DUNE WALKOVER STRUCTURES.
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10. REGULAR BUSINESS
Items Left Over
None.
Consent Agenda
Upon MOTION by VICE MAYOR AUGENSTEIN/COMMISSIONER HILL, the
following Resolution was unanimously approved:
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH,
FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE FLORIDA INSTITUTE OF
GOVERNMENT AT PALM BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE AND
URGING THE COLLEGE TO CONTINUE ITS FULL
SUPPORT OF THE INSTITUTE'S FINANCIAL AND
PROGRAMMING NEEDS; PROVIDING FOR DISTRIBUTION;
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES. (Copy attached)
11. ADJOURNMENT
• There being no further business to come before the Commission at
this time, Mayor Voress adjourned the Regular Meeting upon MOTION
by VICE MAYOR AUGENSTEIN/COMMISSIONER HILL at 2:15 P.M.
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APPROVE:
term expired
Arlin G. Voress, Mayor
term expired
David Augenstein, Vice Mayor
absent
John J. Sor i, mmissioner
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Michae ill, Commissioner
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• RESOLUTION NO. 7 2 9
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA,
SUPPORTING THE FLORIDA INSTITUTE OF GOVERNMENT AT PALM
BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE AND URGING THE COLLEGE TO
CONTINUE ITS FULL SUPPORT OF THE INSTITUTE'S FINANCIAL AND
PROGRAMMING NEEDS, PROVIDING fOR DISTRIBUTION, PROVIDING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
WHEREAS, the Florida Institute of Government receives funding from a Grant which Palm
Beach Community College, its host institution, receives from he State of Florida; and
WHEREAS, the Florida Institute of Government is an asset to Palm Beach Community
College; and
WHEREAS, local governments have come to rely on the valuable courses and seminars
offered at reasonable fees for continued education of their employees in professions unique
to government agencies.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE /T RESOLVED, by the Town Commission of the Town of Highland
Beach, Florida, that:
Section 1: The Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, hereby
supports the Florida Institute of Government at Palm Beach Community College and urges
the College to continue its full support of the Institute's financial and programming needs
to serve the educational needs of local government agencies.
Section 2: The Town Clerk is hereby directed to send copies of this Resolution to the
President of Palm Beach Community College, the Palm Beach County League of Cities, Inc.,
and all municipalities in Palm Beach County, thereby, requesting their support.
Section 3: This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption by the Town
Commission.
PASSED AND ADOPTED TH/S end OF MARCH, 1999.
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Arlin G. Voress, Mayor
Attest:
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• Dor s M. Trinley, CMC
Town Clerk