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1992.05.26_TC_Minutes_Workshop~... r t _„__~ -d TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA Minutes of Meeting of Town Commission WORKSHOP MEETING Tuesday, May 26, 1992 1:30 p.m. Mayor Joseph A. Boulay called the Workshop Meeting of the Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, to order in the Commission Chambers at Town Hall at 1:30 p.m. 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. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS OR ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA The agenda, amended to include a draft resolution, under Item 92.3, opposing the CCCL changes as well as adding three items under the Town Manager's Report (amendment to the disposal contract with Delray Beach re water and sewer; voter control of city taxes supported by Florida League of Cities; and, a proposal opposing SB 1650 called "National Flood Insurance, Mitigation, and Erosion Act of 1991"), was accepted as amended. 92.1 PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS Mr. Leonard Bell of 2727 South Ocean Boulevard thanked the Town Commission for their help in protecting the dunes in the area of the Holiday Inn. It was noted that, following a meeting with the Holiday Inn Manager and Town representatives, a 6' fence has been erected in the area where individuals were walking on and destroy- ing the dunes. Mr. Bell, noting Holiday Inn guests were using jet skis close to the shore creating a hazard for bathers and making a lot of noise, questioned if anything can be done about such nuisances. Staff will contact municipalities in the area to inquire if they have any ordinances pertaining to jet skis. Mr. Philip Colman of 2727 South Ocean Boulevard, agreed with Mr. Bell's comments regarding problems caused by individuals using jet skis. Alluding to the proposed reestablishment of the CCCL by the DNR, Mr. Colman questioned the position of the Town should a structure Town Commission Workshop Meeting Minutes • May 26, 1992 Page 2 of 7 suffer extensive damage in excess of the 50 percent figure whereby a new building would be required; what would the Town allow to be rebuilt on the affected property? Attorney Sliney advised that the Comprehensive Plan and the Town's Zoning Code would have to be readdressed with the movement of the CCCL. Mr. Colman, noting insurance companies question the posi- tion of the Town as they have to know what the future will hold if they are faced with a catastrophic situation, stated the Town must have some kind of a position on this matter. Town Manager Mariano commented that each case will have to be considered individually with much depending on the situation; the Town is interested in protecting all residents. Commissioner Eypel questioned if buildings along the coast are insured up to replacement costs at today's prices. Ms. Annette Amaral of 3114 South Ocean Boulevard, noting she is an insurance agent, stated the condominiums should be insured for replacement value. There will be some lapses without value for land and foundation; however, there is 'building ordinance cover- , age' condominiums can purchase. Ms. Amaral advised there is no way for insurance agents to establish a value with regard to what the building loss will be. Mr. Philip Colman, noting Adelphia Cable has included the AMC channel in the Highland Beach lineup, stated the City of Palm Beach receives an additional 6/7 channels compared to the Highland Beach channel allotment. It was noted that the Adelphia repre- sentatives are scheduled to attend the June 02, 1992 Regular Meeting to address cable television concerns. PRESENTATION BY WALK AMERICA COMMITTEE Walk America Committee representatives Janice Carlin, Jean King, and Carol DeLuca presented awards to the following individuals who participated in the April 04, 1992 March of Dimes Walk-a-thon: Betty Graham, Fire/Rescue Station 44, Highland Beach Police Department, Boy Scout Leader Matthew Cienfolo, Co-chairman Victor Hadeed, Annette Amaral, Jerry Marshall for Bel Lido Homeowners' Association, Irene Augenstein for Braemer Isles, Harvey Sheller for Trafalgar. Also recognized by Mayor Boulay were Dave Augenstein and Jan Sheller who worked on the Committee. Town Commission Workshop Meeting Minutes . May 26, 1992 Page 3 of 7 The Walk America Committee presented jackets to the five top walkers: Leonard Bell, Harvey Sheller, Laura Becker, Victor Hadeed, and Mayor Joseph Boulay. Mayor Boulay noted Victor Hadeed and Dottie Boulay co-chaired the Walk-a-thon. Mr. Hadeed, extending thanks to all who participated and supported this project, noted Beach Walk East Condo Manager Jere Smingler was very helpful in this fund raising event. 92.2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Mayor Boulay, noting there are 7 active Talent Bank Applications on file, stated there are no existing vacancies on any Town Ad- visory Boards. The Mayor urged residents interested in appoint- ments to Town Advisory Boards to submit Talent Bank Applications to the Town Clerk's Office. It was noted no correspondence was received from Town Boards or Committees. 92.3 PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS 1. A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA OPPOSING ANY CHANGE IN THE COASTAL CONSTRUCTION CONTROL LINE. The resolution, included in today's amended agenda, was discussed by Members; it was the consensus to move this item to the June 02, 1992 Regular Meeting Agenda for consideration with the inclusion of the following statement recommended by Commissioner Voress: 3. That the Town Commission will request the Department of Natural Resources to hold another public hearing in the winter of 1992 to receive public comment from the over 50 percent of the town's beachfront property owners who are seasonal residents and are thus denied the opportunity to comment on this important issue. The original number 3 of the proposed resolution becomes number 4. MISCELLANEOUS - ITEMS LEFT OVER Status of Building Development in Town The Commissioners reviewed the 'Status of Building Development in Town', a report prepared by the Building Official. L~ Town Commission • May 26, 1992 Page 4 of 7 Workshop Meeting Minutes Minutes for approval at June 1992 Regular Meeting Following the review of three sets of Town Commission Meeting Minutes, it was the consensus to move this matter to the Regular Meeting Agenda for consideration. REPORTS - TOWN COMMISSION Vice Mayor Bill Paul Vice Mayor Bill Paul urged all to attend the public hearing with regard to the reestablishment of the CCCL scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 28, at the Boca Raton City Hall. The Vice Mayor extended congratulations to Jose Echeverria on the Sun Sentinel Metro Section article citing him for his work on the "Turtle Program". Commissioner Arlin Voress Commissioner Arlin Voress strongly urged all to review the DNR submittal regarding the westward movement of the CCCL on display in the Town Hall Lobby. The Commissioner stressed the importance of all residents attending the public hearing on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. in Boca Raton City Hall. It was noted that both Commissioners Voress and Eypel will speak in opposition of the proposed change of the CCCL. Commissioner Voress noted he asked the Utilities Director to invite all Commissioners to inspect the new emergency generator system which is in excellent condition to handle the sewer and water systems should a hurricane occur. Commissioner Arthur Eypel Commissioner Arthur Eypel, under his report, noted he is very encouraged with residents showing an interest in serving the Town by submitting their Talent Bank Applications. The Commissioner, alluding to the proposed movement of the CCCL, advised he will speak personally at Thursday's public hearing with regard to the facts and will impart to the board things he observed, since 1952 when his family moved to Highland Beach, with his eyes: the beauty of the shoreline, the lovely beach with the elevation of the dunes where one could enjoy the sea breezes. The • Town Commission Workshop Meeting Minutes • May 26, 1992 Page 5 of 7 Commissioner stated he feels we will succeed in this matter if we overcome apathy and stir people to the point where they will all attend the scheduled public hearing at the Boca Raton City Hall on Thursday, May 28, at 7:00 p.m. Commissioner John F. Rand Commissioner Rand, upon questioning the status of the Attorney Rosenbaum matter, was advised that a copy of the response to a follow-up letter was placed on the clipboard in the Commission Office; the pertinent documents with regard to this issue have been received and are available for his inspection. The Commissioner noted he requested the Finance Department to look into the possibility of refinancing the Town's last bond issue; it was found that it would not be economically prudent to refinance that particular bond issue unless it were incorporated into any future bond issues. The Commissioner advised that he will again request the Town Manager and the Financial Advisory Board to consider the Town's participation in the State Pooled Fund as he feels the Town may realize a higher return by utilizing other methods of investment. • Mayor Joseph A. Boulay Mayor Boulay, the last Member of the Commission to give his report, noted by the time he is called upon for said report, his associates have already addressed whatever he intended to comment on. The Mayor, once again, extended thanks to all who partici- pated in the March of Dimes Fund Raiser and noted there is much cooperation amongst the Town's residents. REPORTS - TOWN ATTORNEY Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney had no report. REPORTS - TOWN MANAGER Town Manager Mary Ann Mariano reported staff is working on the 1992/93 f.y. budget. Following substantial discussion of this matter, it was the consensus of the Commission that the 1991/92 appropriation of $150,000. for the installation of an additional pipeline across the Intracoastal Waterway be carried forward into the 1992/93 f.y. budget. • Town Commission Workshop Meeting Minutes May 26, 1992 Page 6 of 7 Mr. Leonard Bell of 2727 South Ocean Boulevard, noting all are concerned about the CCCL reestablishment and therefore got in- volved in condo meetings conducted by Commissioners regarding this important issue, stated "with a little imagination, we proved a little Town Hall works". Mr. Bell, urging the Commission to con- sider continuing such practice, thanked the Members for their time and effort. Residents Jose Echeverria, and Leon Canova spoke to urge the Town Commission to move the money forward in favor of the additional pipeline across the Intracoastal Waterway. Following discussion of the Town Manager's Agenda Report Form of May 26, 1992 regarding amendment to the disposal contract with Delray Beach relating to sewer and water, it was the consensus that a resolution be prepared for possible consideration at the June 02, 1992 Regular Meeting of the Town Commission. Town Manager Mariano reported the Florida League of Cities is supporting the "Voter Control of City Taxes" which is a proposed constitutional amendment that will allow citizens to take back the authority to tax themselves by giving each city an innovative way • to create its own tax structure. The Florida League of Cities is urging the Legislature to put this matter on the November 1992 ballot. A resolution relating to this matter will be prepared for consideration at the June 02, 1992 Regular Meeting. Town Manager Mariano reported the U. S. Senate is considering a bill (SB-1650) called 'National Flood Insurance, Mitigation and Erosion Act of 1991'. Noting this could cause serious problems by denying flood insurance and mortgage money to all new construction within a hypthetical "30 year erosion line" and all construction over four units within a "60 year erosion line", the Town Manager recommended the Town adopt a resolution to support opposition to this Senate Bill. It was the consensus to consider adoption of said resolution at the June 02, 1992 Regular Commission Meeting. Mayor Boulay acknowledged the presence of former Commissioner Peter Genovese and his wife at this Workshop Meeting. The Mayor noted the videotape of this session will be replayed on Friday, May 29, 1992 at 1:30 p.m. on Channel 12. There being no further business to come before the Town Commission at this time, Mayor Boulay adjourned the Workshop Meeting at 3:40 p.m. Town Commission Workshop Meeting Minutes May 26, 1992 Page 7 of 7 _~ . APPROVED : `~ ~~,~,.,l,j L~_, Jo p A. oulaylay, Bi11 Paul, Vice Mayor ssioner Arthur E$pel; commissioner ., , ohn Rand, Commissioner •