1973.09.04_TC_Minutes_Regular R
MINUTES: The Regular Meeting of the Town Commission - September 4, 1973,
called to order by Mayor Horton at 7 :15 P.M.
Members of the Commission present were Mayor Horton, Vice Mayor Dent, and
Commissioners Gilday and Joy; Commissioner Mumford, Absent.
The minutes of meetings of August 7, 29 and September 1, were approved as read.
Resolution No. 232 - Official address of the Town Hall
This was the first regular meeting of the Commission in the new facilities.
Commissioner Gilday requested permission to read the attached resolution; he
offered the motion for its adoption and the Vice Mayor seconded; Mayor Horton,
Vice Mayor Dent, and Commissioners Gilday and Joy voted their approval.
Executive Dept
Mayor Horton advised that numerous letters, in response to the August 3 letter
from the Highland Beach Civic League, had been received by members of the
Commission. A reply will be prepared and forwarded in the next few days.
Dedication Ceremonies for November 4 may require a postponement; however, any
change will be advised.
The Mayor discussed the purposes of a special meeting called for September 5,
and public hearings for September 11 and 21. The millage figure and Budget
proposed for 73/74 will be discussed September 11, and will be furnished to
the County, September 12.
Salary increases were recommended by the Mayor as follows: Ms. Roberts, Town
u Administrator - $14,000, Zoning Office� E. Foster and Chief of Police,
Ken Jones - each $13,500; for members of the police department, a 10% increase
over present base; other staff members increases of , 3 to 10 % - -as determined
by the Town Administrator. Commissioner Gilday made the motion to approve
these recommendations, Vice Mayor Dent seconded, and Mayor Horton, Vice Mayor
Dent, and Commissioners Gilday and Joy voted in the affirmative.
Taxes and Finance
Chairman Ben Abbott gave his monthly report. Discussion followed regarding
the budget and millage rate proposed and broadening of services.
Building Dept.
Vice Mayor Dent summarized the activities of the first meeting of the Moratorium
Variance Board.
In response to Mayor Horton's inquiry, the Zoning Official is to determine the
present status of Holiday Inn's plans and report his findings.
At this point, Mayor Horton agreed with the consensus of those in the audience
that it may now be desirable to consider the installation of a public address
system. Ms. Roberts is to consult with him as to costs which would be incurred
for the P.A. system and chairs. (These items were not purchased pending
completion of the building.)
Public Works, Water & Sewer
Commissioner Joy reported that the Town would be advised as to bids received
for the Sewer project; report of the water well electrical system is forth-
coming; and that a new Pumper has been ordered by the Del -Trail Fire Dept. for
Highland Beach. The equipment is scheduled for delivery July 1974 and it will
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have the capacity to disperse 1,250 gallons per minute. Ms Roberts advised that
a picture will be put on the bulletin board. For his department, the
following meetings are scheduled: September 7 - Bids to be received for the
construction of the Water System Improvements; and September 17, Ms. Roberts and
Commissioner Joy to be accompanied by a representative from from Russell & Axon,
Bel Lido, and Belvedere Construction to view work performed in Bel Lido - -a one
year warranty therefor is to expire soon.
With respect to Russell & Axon's letter of July 13, Commissioner Joy cited
the request and offered the motion to approve the revised study to expand
plant capacity, his motion was seconded by Commissioner Gilday; Mayor Horton,
Vice Mayor Dent and Commissioners Gilday, and Joy all voted in the affirmative.
Public Health and Environmental - Commissioner Mumford, absent. No report.
Ms. Roberts advised that a temporary approval for the bicycle path has been
received from the Florida Department of Transportation.
Police and Legal
Commissioner Gilday advised that a second patrol car has been ordered. The
status of the Van Lennep and Healy suits is unchanged.
Planning and Zoning
Mr. Kemery advised that a lengthy meeting had taken place regarding the plans of
Boca Hi. A workshop meeting set for September 5, will review the modified plans.
The plans of Oliver Hoffmann will be the subject for the meeting scheduled for
u September 13.
Community Appearance Board - Ms. Stewart advised: No. report.
Report of the Town Administrator
Ms. Roberts advised of a press release and a notice from the Pollution Control
Board, both items to go on the bulletin board. The receipt of a communication
of August 31 sent by J. Eldon Mariott of the City of Delray regarding the
Palm Beach Quality Management Plan and a letter of August 29 from the Ambassadors
which requires the Commission's sanction for a proposed drain line on Lot 12
in the Bel Lido subdivision. Discussion followed. The Town Commission inter-
posed no objection to this matter, which also requires approval of the Depart-
ment of Transportation, but tabled it for workshop review as to questions of
ownership, easement and /or upkeep. The Town Administrator advised that a
resolution has been enacted by the Town of Ocean Ridge requesting A -1 -A be
designated as a scenic route, et al. Mayor Horton stated that it may be necessary
for the Commission to re- affirm its similar position in the future. Letters
from lot owners in Bel Lido, Messrs. Ellsworth and Peters, requesting permission
to land fill were approved. Commissioner Gilday made the motions and his actions
were seconded by Commissioner Joy with the unaminous consent of the Commission
present.
Resolution No. 233 - Copy attached
On a motion offered by Commissioner Gilday, seconded by Commissioner Joy and
approved by the members of the Commission present, without any dissents, this
provides for compliance with certain requirements under the Florida Revenue
u Sharing Act of 1973 for all police officers.
Resolution No. 234 - Copy attached.
This action, adopted by motions offered by Commissioner Gilday, the seconding
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by the Vice Mayor and consent of the Commission was adopted. Commissioner
u Gilday then offered the motion for an increase to be for $50.00. Municipal
Court Judge's hourly rate increased from $35.00 to $50.00 per hour. Commissions:
Joy seconded the motion. Matter discussed and approved by the members of the
Commission present; all voted in the affirmative.
The proposed amended to the Fire Ordinance, having been revised, had its
first reading. Matter will be discussed at the workshop meeting.
ORDINANCE No. 215 - Trespass Ordinance.
This ordinance was approved. Commissioner Gilday offered the motion, Commission -
er Joy seconded, and Mayor Horton, Vice Mayor Dent, and Commissioners Gilday
and Joy voted: Aye.
Bills were presented for approval.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:50 P.M. '?
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RESOLUTION NO. y�
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH,
HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA DESIGNATING THE OFFICIAL ADDRESS FOR THE
TOWN HALL
WHEREAS, the Town Hall address has been 3612 South Ocean Boulevard,
Highland Beach, Florida since it was purchased in 1966, and
WHEREAS, 3612 South Ocean Boulevard, will be the address of the
Police Station, and
WHEREAS, a new Town Hall has been completed,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Tou*n Commission of the
Town of Highland Beach, Highland Beach, Florida to:
Designate 3614 South Ocean Boulevard, Highland Beach,
Florida 33444 as the Official Address of the Town Hali
of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS ,> day of
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TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
By:
Louis Orton, Mayor
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND
BEACH, HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA PROVIDING FOR COMPLIANCE
WITH CERTAIN REQUIREMENTS UNDER THE FLORIDA REVENUE SHARING
ACT OF 1973
WHEREAS, THE TOWN COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA desires to
participate in and receive from the State of Florida, at the earliest possible
time, all funds which the Town of Highland Beach is entitled to receive under
the Florida Revenue Sharing Act 1973, as said Act may from time to time be
amended, and
WHEREAS, in order to qualify for said revenue sharing funds during the 1973 -74
fiscal year, the Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida is
required to complete and return to the Florida Department of Revenue on or
before June 1, 1973, an application for Revenue Sharing 1973 including
certification that,
a. All police officers, as defined by subsection 23.061 (1),
Florida Statutes, employed by the Town of Highland Beach,
meet the qualifications for employment as established by
the Police Standards Board of the State of Florida,
b. The salary structure and salary plans of the Town of
Highland Beach for law enforcement officers meet the
provisions of Part IV of Chapter 23, Florida Statutes, and
c. All police officers as defined in subsection 23.061 (1),
Florida Statutes of the Town of Highland Beach are
compensated at an annual salary rate of $6,000 or more, and
WHEREAS, upon due investigation, the Town Commission of the Town of Highland
Beach, Florida has determined that all police officers employed by the Town
of Highland Beach do meet the qualifications for employment established by
the Police Standards Board, and that no police officer employed by the Town
of Highland Beach is compensated for his services at an annual salary rate of
less than $6,000, and the Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach,
Florida desires to hereby evidence by this resolution said Town's compliance
with the provisions of Paragraphs (a), (b) and (c) above;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Town Commission of the Town of Highland
Beach, Highland Beach, Florida, as follows:
SECTION 1. QUALIFICATIONS OF POLICE OFFICERS
The Town Commission has duly investigated the qualifications of each
police officer presently employed by the Town of Highland Beach and has determined
that all such police officers do meet the qualifications for employment establish -
ed by the Police Standards Council of the State of Florida; and all police
officers hereafter employed by the Town of Highland Beach shall, prior to
employment, be required to show that they meet said qualifications for employment.
SECTION 2. MINIMUM SALARY FOR POLICE OFFICERS
All police officers employed by the Town of Highland Beach are compensated
at an annual salary rate of $6,000 or more.
SECTION 3. SALARY INCENTIVE PROGRAM
The salary incentive benefits as defined in Section 23.078, Florida
Statutes and authorized hereby shall be payable in accordance with the rule and
regulations established by the Bureau of Police Standards through its Council in
cooperation with the Department of Community Affairs.
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SECTION 4. SUBMISSION OF REPORTS:
The Town of Highland Beach shall submit quarterly reports to the Police
Standards Council as of December 31, March 31, June 30, and September 30, of each
year containing information relative to compensation of police officers employed
by it, and such other information as the Council may require.
SECTION 5. EFFECTIVE DATE
Except as herein otherwise specifically indicated all provisions of this
resolution shall be and become effective immediately upon its adoption hereof.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS
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TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
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Lo Horton, Mayor
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A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH,
HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA APPROVING THE SALARY OF THE MUNICIPAL
COURT JUDGE.
WHEREAS, the Municipal Court in the Town of Highland Beach was activated
January 16, 1973, and
WHEREAS, John D. Wessel was appointed as Municipal Court Judge at $35.00
per hour, and
WHEREAS, it seems that this salary should be increased,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Town Commission of the
Town of Highland Beach, Highland Beach, Florida to:
Amend Resolution No. 216 and fix his compensation at a
rate approved by the Town Commission.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS day of
1973.
TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
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