1999.01.05_TC_Minutes_RegularI
• TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
MINUTES OF TOWN COMMISSION MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, January 05, 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
Thomas J. Reid and Commissioners David Augenstein, Michael W. Hill,
and John J. Sorrelli were present.
Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney and Town Manager Ben Saag were
present, as were members of the general public.
After roll call, the Pledge of allegiance was given.
1. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
With no objection, the Mayor amended the Agenda to include a
presentation by Mark Gregory regarding permanent signs for the
Ocean Grande Place project.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER SORRELLI/VICE MAYOR REID, the following
sets of Minutes were unanimously approved:
November 17, 1998 - Executive Session
November 23, 1998 - Special Meeting
November 24, 1998 - Workshop Meeting
November 24, 1998 - Special Meeting
December O1, 1998 - Regular Meeting
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND RE VESTS
Jose Echeverria, 1112 Russell Drive, advised the Navy League's
Holiday "Toys for Tots" program was again successful and thanked
residents who had made contributions.
Jeff Norman, developer of the Ocean Grande project directly south
of Town Hall, asked about plans for the property in the rear of
Town Hall. Mayor Voress said immediate plans were to make the area
presentable for the Town's 50th anniversary celebration on February
18. Commissioner Hill suggested that Commissioners Augenstein and
Sorrelli, who had previously done work on the development of the
area, revisit the possibilities with the Town Manager and report
back to the Commission. Mr. Norman again volunteered his
assistance in the project in general and the anniversary
. celebration as well.
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PRESENTATION RE PERMANENT SIGNAGE FOR OCEAN GRANDE PROJECT
Mark Gregory presented a rendering of the signage and explained the
particulars thereof. Building Official Bob Dawson advised that
while Town Code allows only one (1) double-sided sign, because this
was a settlement of litigation property the proposed concept of
duplicate signage on either side of the entranceway was being
presented to the Commission for their consideration. Mr. Dawson
further noted that the concept was in keeping with the aesthetics
of the project, and advised that with the addition of identifying
street numbers, he was satisfied the proposed positioning of the
signage would provide adequate visibility for emergency location.
After brief discussion, MOTION by VICE MAYOR REID/COMMISSIONER
AUGENSTEIN met with unanimous favorable vote to approve the
permanent proposed signage for the Ocean Grande project, contingent
upon the Building Official's final approval of plans.
4. REPORTS - TOWN COMMISSION
Vice Mayor Thomas J. Reid read a letter addressed to the Town Clerk
announcing his resignation as Vice Mayor, effective January 12,
1999. in order that he might run for Mayor. He explained that the
. timing of his resignation would allow the electorate to choose his
successor rather than have the Commission appoint someone to fill
the vacancy. On behalf of the Commission, Mayor Voress thanked
Mr. Reid for his many contributions to the Town in his capacities
as Vice Chair of the Financial Advisory Board, Commissioner, and
Vice Mayor, and wished him well in his endeavor.
Note: A copy of the Vice Mayor's letter is attached hereto and made
part of these Minutes.
Commissioner David Augensteia advised he had contracted for a f final
re-design of selected areas of the landscaping around Town Hall.
Commissioner Michael W. Hill had no report.
Commissioner John J. Sorrelli had no report.
Mayor Arlin G. Voress gave a status report of the 50th Anniversary
Celebration Committee's activities thus far. He noted the date
chosen was Thursday, February 18, 1999, 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
There was no objection from the members regarding costs, i.e.
advertising [signage], refreshments, souvenirs, etc., incurred to
cover the event.
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5. REPORTS - TOWN ATTORNEY
Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney had no report.
6. REPORTS - TOWN MANAGER
This being his first day of employment, Town Manager Ben Saag
expressed pleasure in his affiliation with the Town and said he
looked forward to working with the Commission and accomplishing
good things for the Town.
7. REPORTS - BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
The Board Action Report for December 1998 was accepted as
information.
James F. Niehoff was unanimously reappointed to a three-year term
on the Board of Adjustment upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER
AUGENSTEIN/COMMISSIONER SORRELLI.
8. MONTHLY BOARD MEETINGS
Mayor Voress noted Board Meetings scheduled for January 1999.
9. PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
None.
10. REGULAR BUSINESS
Items Left Over
None.
11. Consent Agenda
None.
12. ADJOURNMENT
Upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER AUGENSTEIN/VICE MAYOR REID, Mayor
Voress adjourned the Regular Meeting at 2:15 P.M.
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APPROVE:
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(Town Clerk) (Ms. Doris Trinley) January 5,1999
Town of Highland Beach
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Highland Beach, Florida 33487
Dear Ms. Trinley
Re: Resignation of Vice Mayor Reid
As you know, on March 9, 1999 there will be an election for
the office of Mayor of Highland Beach. Mayor Arlin G. Voress' term as
Mayor of our Town is ending. Under the provisions of our Town
Charter, he will have given the town all the service as Mayor that he is
allowed to give.
It is my intention to seek election to the office of Mayor.
Under applicable Florida law, I am required to resign my
present office of Vice Mayor of the Town in order to qualify as a
candidate for the office of Mayor. The resignation must be submitted at
least 10 days prior to the first day to qualify for the office that I intend to
seek, i.e., 10 days before January 26, 1999.
As I understand it, the Law provides me with at least 2 options
with respect to an effective date of the resignation.
Option(11: My resignation may be made effective as of March
9,1999, the date of the election for Mayor. If I were to adopt this option,
the new Town Commission would be called upon to appoint a successor
Vice-Mayor for the one year unexpired balance of my term.
Option (21 My resignation may be made effective at least 10 days
prior to the first day that one can qualify to run for a seat on the Town
Commission at the next election. If I adopt this option, my office as Vice
Mayor will become vacant at least 10 days prior to the qualifying date
for the next election. In that event, an election will be required on March
9,1999 to fill my unexpired one year term.
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After considerable thought, I Gave come to the conclusion that
rather than leaving the choice of my successor to the appointive process
the best interests of the residents of our Town will be served, and the
democratic process will be honored, if the residents of our Town are
given the opportunity, this coming March 9th, to elect my successor as
Vice-Mayor.
Hence, I am submitting this letter, as my resignation, to become
effective as of January 12,1999. By taking this action my office as Vice
Mayor will become vacant as of January 12,1999 and the electorate will
be empowered to choose my successor on March 9,1999.
It has been a privledge and a rewarding experience for me to have
been associated with the present Commission Members. Further, I am
sure that I speak for all of us when I thank Mayor Voress for the
outstanding service he has given to the residents of our Town both as
Commissioner and Mayor. His record as Mayor will stand as the
benchmark against which the achievements of future Mayors' will be
measured.
Sincerely,
Dyrt
Thomas J. Reid
Vice-Mayor
cc: Hon. Jeb Bush, Governor
Hon. Katherine Harris, Secretary of State
Members of Town Commission