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1992.11.04_TC_Minutes_Regular,- TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA u Minutes of Meeting of Town Commission REGULAR MEETING Wednesday, November 04, 1992 1:30 p.m. The Regular Meeting of the Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, was called to order at 1:30 p.m. in the Commission Chambers at Town Hall by Mayor Joseph A. Boulay. Others present were Vice Mayor Bill Paul, Commissioners Arlin Voress, Arthur Eypel, and John F. Rand. Also in attendance were Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney, Town Manager Mary Ann Mariano, Town-Clerk Anne M. Kowals, and members of the general public. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the roll was call. ADOPTION OF AGENDA The Commissioners adopted the agenda as written. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The following Town Commission Meeting Minutes were submitted for approval: September 29, 1992 - Workshop Meeting October 06, 1992 - Regular Meeting The MOTION by COMMISSIONER RAND/COMMISSIONER VORESS to adopt the above Minutes as submitted carried without objection. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS No individual addressed the Town Commission at this time. REPORTS - TOWN COMMISSION Vice Mayor Bill Paul No report. Commissioner Arlin Voress Commissioner Arlin Voress congratulated the residents who came out to vote in the General Election on November 03, 1992. It was noted the Town had a better than 90$ voter turn-out. 4 ~ Town Commission Regular Meeting Minutes November 04, 1992 Page 2 of 5 Commissioner Voress reported Town Manager Mary Ann Mariano, Utili- ties Director Jack Lee, and he reviewed a report submitted by the Town's Engineers, J. M. Montgomery, regarding the Wastewater Col- lection System Study relating to the sewer and collection systems for the Town. Some changes of the draft copy were made; however, it was noted that our system is in pretty good shape with few areas requiring attention (i.e manholes were low). Also noted was the fact that there is some indication down-spouts (which are not permitted to drain into the sewer system) are in fact draining into our sewer system; therefore, the Town's Utilities Department, along with our outside Utilities Contractor Earl Harvel, will look into this concern. Commissioner Voress further reported that South Florida Water Management District served notice to the Boca Teeca Country Club to shut well no. 4 which is adjacent to our wellfield (used for irrigation purposes only) located west of the railroad tracks in Boca Raton. Said well will be shut down soon; that will put less of a load on that cone of water and will stop the movement of salt water towards our wellfield. Commissioner Arthur Eypel • Commissioner Arthur Eypel, under his report, proposed a Resolution (copies of which he distributed to the Commissioners) authorizing the Chief of Police to initiate the rank of Technical Sergeant and to elevate Officer Frank Mencik to that position in appreciation of his endeavors to provide the best possible Police Services for our Town. Following reading of said Resolution by Commissioner Eypel, COMMISSIONER VORESS MOVED to adopt the Resolution as pro- posed by Commissioner Eypel. VICE MAYOR PAUL SECONDED the MOVE. which received unanimous approval. Officer Mencik addressed the Commission noting this honor came as a surprise; he extended thanks to all involved and stated he could not have accomplished a thing without the help of Chief Cecere and Town Manager Mariano. Noting the Chief is the best, Officer Mencik, once again, thanked the Commission. At this point, Com- missioner Eypel presented Officer Mencik with a badge designating his new rank. Commissioner John F. Rand Commissioner John F. Rand, commenting with regard to the General Election on November 03, stated we should support President Bush's Town Commission Regular Meeting Minutes . November 04, 1992 Page 3 of 5 appeal to support our new President and give our cooperation and assistance. Commissioner Rand reported an invitation was extended to him by the Sun Sentinel to attend an 'Editorial Board Meeting' this past Monday. The Commissioner accepted the invitation and noted said meeting was very informative, intersting, and fascinating; it explained how topics are brought up and placed as an editorial item. Mayor Joseph A. Boulay Mayor Joseph A. Boulay, alluding to his report at the October Workshop Meeting regarding a request for permission to conduct a survey concerning a means of providing transportation to shopping malls for residents at no cost to the Town, advised approximately 500 signatures supporting this effort were collected. The Mayor stated he would like to go forward, pursue this matter, and approach bus services to provide such transportation in Town. It was noted this will not cost the Town money nor will it cause any traffic problems in Town. The Mayor advise the company providing transportation will be invited to Government Day where they will have an exhibit explaining their full service to the general S public. It was noted such service would prevent residents from falling prey to unscrupulous providers of transportation who are not fully insured. Noting the great turn-out of voters for the General Election, the Mayor thanked the Police Department for a job well done in handl- ing the parking situation. REPORTS - TOWN ATTORNEY Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney had no report. REPORTS - TOWN MANAGER Town Manager Mary Ann Mariano, citing a prepared statement read into the record by Mr. Victor Hadeed at the October Workshop Meet- ing, advised it would be appropriate for the Commission to direct the Planning Board to look into the matter regarding the zoning code. Noting the Planning Board will be provided with necessary expertise through our Land Planning Engineers, the Town Manager advised the Planning Board would, following their complete review, submit their recommendations to the Town Commission for considera- tion. It was the consensus to direct the Planning Board to review this matter. r"1 Town Commission Regular Meeting Minutes November 04, 1992 Page 4 of 5 The Town Manager noted the "Open House set for Thursday, December 03, 1992; it large turn-out at this affair. Government Day" has been is hoped we will have a Town Manager Mariano further noted the Boards Appreciation Lunch- eon has been arranged for Friday, December 11, 1992 at noon at the Highland Beach Holiday Inn. Town Manager Mariano reported she appeared before the County Board of Commissioners at their October 27, 1992 meeting with regard to the matter of Fire/Rescue Service Fees; said matter is a continu- ous discussion. The Fire/Rescue Advisory Board which the Town Manager Chairs, will again look at the matter and reassess the situation before they go back to the County Board of Commissioners with their recommendation regarding the method of assessing Fire/ Rescue Fees. REPORTS - BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Mayor Boulay noted the scheduled meeting of the various Town Boards and Committees as well as the vacancy that will occur on the Board of Adjustment as of December O1. COMMISSIONER RAND MOVED to nominate Mr. Neil Burd to a three year term on the Board of Adjustment as of December O1, 1992. The MOVE was SECONDED by COMMISSIONER VORESS who noted he spoke with Board of Adjustment Chairman Harold B. Cohen who stated he would welcome this nominee to the Board of Adjustment. Said MOVE received all "AYE" votes. Mr. Neil Burd, in the audience, addressed the Commission to accept the nomination and noted his gratification regarding the Commis- sioners' confidence. PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS 1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR UNTILITY RATES, FEES AND/OR CHARGES, SPECIFICALLY AMENDING HIGHLAND BEACH CODE SECTION 11-13 OF CHAPTER 11, RELATING TO GARBAGE, TRASH AND RECYCLING CHARGES. The ordinance, given first reading on 10/06/92 and published on 10/16/92, was read by title by Mayor Boulay. Following brief deliberation, MOTION by COMMISSIONER RAND/VICE MAYOR PAUL to adopt the ordinance as proposed received unanimous approval with each Member casting an "AYE" vote. ~ ,,~~ Town Commission Regular Meeting Minutes November 04, 1992 Page 5 of 5 During brief discussion regarding pick up of 'vegetative waste', which is to be kept separate from garbage, Commissioner Voress noted there is a problem with the 'vegetative waste' if it is placed in plastic bags. The Commissioner suggested a warning regarding the need to keep the 'vegetative waste' separate be included in the next Town Newsletter. 2. AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 9, ENTITLED "FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION" TO INCLUDE FEE REQUIREMENTS THEREIN; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION. The proposed ordi; Mayor Boulay. It November Workshop REGULAR BUSINESS Items Left Over Consent Agenda - ADJOURNMENT Hance was given first reading by title only by was the consensus to move this matter to the Meeting Agenda for discussion. - None None There being no further business to come before the Town Commission at this time, upon proper MOTION, Mayor Boulay adjourned the Regular Meeting at 2:15 p.m. ~- '~ ,. ,.,, ~' APPROVED: ~Jos~ph A. Bou]„~y, ~ . _~, ,~/ Bill Paul, Vice _._.~_ Ar~i~nJV/bress, ¢~mmis~l~oner T ST: ~ (~" CSC. Cif ate: ~ amk Arthur Eypel is~ioner . Rand, ommissioner