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1994.06.28_TC_Minutes_Workshop~r + 7 1~ TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA Minutes of Meeting of Town Commission WORKSHOP MEETING Tuesdav, June 28, 1994 1.30 p m Mayor Arlin Voress called the Workshop Meeting of the Town Commis- sion of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, to order at 1:30 p.m. in the Commission Chambers at Town Hall. Also in attendance were Vice Mayor Bill Paul, Commissioners Arthur Eypel, John F. Rand, and David Augenstein. Others present were Attorney Cormac Conahan, Town Manager Mary Ann Mariano, Town Clerk Anne M. Kowals, CMC, and Members of the general public. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS OR ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA At the Mayor's request, the Agenda was amended to include discus- sion of 'Employment Agreement' for the Town Manager under her report. The Agenda was unanimously approved as amended. • At this time, Mayor Voress, extending a welcome to the new Delray Beach Fire Chief, introduced Robert Rehr to the Town Commission, the home viewing audience, and the residents attending this meeting. Fire Chief Rehr noted he is thrilled to be in Delray Beach and to have the opportunity to serve the Town of Highland Beach. Noting he has been in this profession for many years, Chief Rehr stated he will continue with the quality of high-level service provided to the Town by the City of Delray Beach Fire Department. It was noted Chief Rehr and members of his staff attended the June 21, 1994, Condo Managers' Meeting where they addressed issues raised by the Managers. 94.1 PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS Mr. Jose Echeverria of Russell Drive, noting his wife DJ and he are the holders of the permit for the Highland Beach Turtle Program, gave a status report with regard to this year's nesting period which resulted in 153 nests and 162 false crawls which represents an approximate increase of 150 over last year. Mr. Echeverria stated they are pleased with the program as well as the cooperation regarding 'lights out' on the beach during the turtle nesting season. Mr. Echeverria further noted the on-going beach clean-up . program in Highland Beach is continuing very nicely. • Town Commission Workshop Meeting Minutes June 28, 1994 Page 2 of 5 93.8 DISCUSSION RE ADELPHIA CABLE Attorney Cormac Conahan, in the absence of Town Attorney Thomas Sliney, reported a conversation with Chuck Blaine approximately one month ago regarding the submittal of a cable franchise renewal proposal revealed confusion on Mr. Blaine's end as to which party was to submit said proposal. When advised it was Adelphia's responsibility to submit the proposal, Mr. Blaine indicated same would be forthcoming. To date, no proposal or word from Adelphia has been received. Following brief discussion, it was the consensus to submit a letter advising that, inasmuch as Adelphia has not been timely with their response, the Town will be looking at other available options (i.e. Leadership, Comcast, etc.). 94.2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Mayor Voress, noting he spoke with members (V. Gordon and L. Bell) whose terms on Advisory Boards will expire this month, advised said members stated they would like to be considered for reappointment to the respective Boards. • At this point, Commissioner Rand stated a vacancy exists on the Financial Advisory Board due to the absence of Frank Magarace from three consecutive meetings. It was noted the Town Commission will consider appointments at the July 05, 1994, Regular Meeting to fill the three vacancies. It was noted no correspondence was received from any Town Advisory Boards and Committees. 94.3 PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS There were no proposed ordinances and resolutions on the Agenda for discussion. 94.6 Discussion re request submitted by Attornev R. Eisen for Developer H. Frank Lahage for release of Unity of Title re Lot 129 East. This matter was deferred to the July Workshop Meeting per Attorney Robert Eisen's second request for postponement. MISCELLANEOUS - ITEMS LEFT OVER Status of Building Development in Town . The Commission received and reviewed the 'Status of Building Development in Town' a report submitted by the Building Department. ~ 7 • Town Commission Workshop Meeting Minutes June 28, 1994 Page 3 of 5 Minutes for approval at Julv 1994 Regular Meeting Three sets of Town Commission Meeting Minutes (May 31, 1994, Arbor Day Program, May 31, 1994, Workshop, and June 07, 1994) were reviewed and moved to the July Regular Meeting Agenda for consideration. REPORTS - TOWN COMMISSION Vice Mayor Bill Paul Vice Mayor Bill Paul had no report at this time. Commissioner Arthur Eypel Commissioner Arthur Eypel complemented those responsible for the preparation of the 'Pearls of Survival', the Hurricane Preparedness Booklet, recently compiled and made available to Town residents. Commissioner John F. Rand Commissioner John F. Rand had no report today. • Commissioner David Augenstein Commissioner David Augenstein had no report this date. Mayor Arlin Voress Mayor Voress reported the Town's water 'free chlorine' treatment program has been completed; we have reverted back to our regular chloroamines treatment process. REPORTS - TOWN ATTORNEY In the absence of Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney, Attorney Cormac Conahan had no report to present to the Commission at this time. REPORTS - TOWN MANAGER Agenda Report Form re Solid Waste Interlocal Agreement The Commission received and reviewed the Town Manager's Agenda Report Form regarding the Solid Waste Interlocal Agreement. Town Manager Mariano noted the proposed Solid Waste Authority Interlocal Agreement will incorporate the two existing agreements (Recycling and Education Grant Program Agreement and the Municipal Recycling Agreement), the Town had entered into with the Solid Waste Authority some years ago. At the Town Manager's recommendation, the Commission moved this matter to the July 05, 1994, Regular • Town Commission Workshop Meeting Minutes June 28, 1994 Page 4 of 5 Agenda Report Form re Proposed Amendments to Chapter 30 Section 5. Following review of the Town Manager's Agenda Report Form regarding walls inside private property lines, the Town Commission issued a directive to have the Town Manager transmit this matter to the Community Appearance Board for their review and subsequent recom- mendations to the Town Commission. Agenda Report Form re Proposed Amendments to Chapter 16, Sections 4 and 36 Members reviewed the Town Manager's Agenda Report Form relating to amendments of Chapter 16, Sections 4 (d) and 36 concerning the parking of recreational vehicles at the municipal complex and pro- hibiting the detaching and parking of any motor or auto trailer within the corporate limits of Town and not only on 'public streets'. Following brief discussion, it was the consensus to have a proposed ordinance regarding this matter drafted for first read- ing at the July 05, 1994, Regular Meeting. Town Manager Mariano read into the record a memorandum regarding the Florida Department of Transportation's publication entitled "Corridor Designation Report" which reflects that State Road AlA throughout Palm Beach County has been removed from a future "Widening Hit List" by the State. The Town Manager extended thanks to the Mayor, Chief Cecere, and Condo Manager Jere Smingler who assisted her in preparing the 'Pearls of Survival' (Hurricane Preparedness) Booklet as well as the Town Commission for funding this worthwhile endeavor. It was noted copies of the booklet are being forwarded to coastal commu- nities with an offer of assistance to help anyone wishing to prepare and adapt such manual to their particular needs. At this time, Commissioners reviewed the memorandum which included the proposed "Employment Agreement" for the Town Manager. Said Agreement reflected the amendments suggested by Commissioner Rand. It was the consensus to prepare a Resolution adopting said agreement for placement on the July Regular Meeting Consent Agenda for consideration. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Town Commission at this time, upon unanimous approval of MOTION by COMMISSIONER AUGENSTEIN/COMMISSIONER RAND, Mayor Voress adjourned the Workshop Meeting at 2:10 p.m. Town Commission Workshop Meeting Minutes June 28, 1994 Page 5 of 5 APPROVED : _~~~.a-~ ~~ _ Arlin Voress, Mayo 11 /Paul, yice~,, Mayo ur~Vpelmis~i Jo Rand Commission r rx // David Augenstein Commissioner U