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1972.10.31_TC_Minutes_Workshop MINUTES: WORKSHOP MEETING OF THE TOWN COMMISSION - October 31 1972 The Workshop Meeting of the Town Commission was called to order by Mayor Horton on Tuesday, October 31, 1972 at 7:30 P.M. In attendance were Mayor Horton, Vice Mayor Dent, Commissioners Joy and Mumford, Mrs. Roberts and many interested Town residents. Mayor Horton read a letter received from Attorney David Faust, requesting to be heard at this meeting. He introduced Mr. Faust, who is representing Spinnaker, Inc., owners of Lot 106 north of Penthouse Towers. They are requesting that the parcel west of AlA be zoned to RM -40 from RS -1, to agree with the parcel east of AIA. The Mayor replied that several requests of this type already received will be referred to the Planning Board after the new Zoning Ordinance is passed and adopted. The Vice Mayor explained that redistricting can only be done according to Florida Statute 163, which the Town adopted and is following. The Mayor read a letter of resignation, effective November 8th, from Commissioner F. R. Jurisch. It will be accepted at the regular meeting and the Commission then has 30 days to appoint another Commissioner. Several names have been received including Mr. Morton Gilday, endorsed by the Highland Beach Civic League in a letter, which the Mayor read. A suggestion was to have the Commission meet with those being considered. Mayor Horton read another letter received from the Highland Beach Civic League / urging final passage of the Zoning Ordinance on November 8th. The Mayor read a letter received from Mr. Gilday, president of the Highland Beach Civic League, which contained several considerations as a result of the Kittle fire: 1. To have the fire department check the hydrants every 30 days. 2. That each building over 2 stories be required to have such fire protection equipment such as extinguishers, hoses, etc. and that the fire department check this every three months, charging a fee to the property affected. 3. That the fire department here be equipped with a snorkel to protect high -rise buildings. Discussion followed on suggestions to have the condominum association test their fire prevention equipment and to conduct fire drills. The Mayor stated that he will meet with the Fire Chief to discuss these recommendations. The Mayor read a letter received from Delray Beach regarding the sewer moratorium ordered by the Florida Pollution Control Board. It informed us that no , sewer hook -ups will be allowed after December 31, 1972. Mayor Horton reported hearing • representative from the FPCB speak at the Florida League of Cities convention • week ago, informing that pleadings would be heard from Cities beginning October 31st in Hollywood. We await further word when it is available. Regarding the proposed sewer treatment plant in Delray, Mayor Horton informed the Commission that the contract between the City and Highland Beach may have L/ to be amended to provide for our cost of the capitol improvements. MINUTES: WORKSHOP MEETING OF THE TOWN COMMISSION - October 31, 1972 - Page 2 Mayor Horton read a letter received from Mr. Richard Rodgers, which requested an extension of the term of lease because the lowering of density will cut down on the number of tie ins. The Mayor explained that there are seven years to go on the original Franchise agreement between Highland Beach Utilities Company and the Town; he can see no loss of revenue to that company at the present time and that he will check with the attorney for a legal answer to the request if they can demonstate an actual loss. The Mayor further explained that January 27, 1973 is the completion date of the remainder of the sewer system - extended from June 30, 1972. He thinks we may have a court case if it isn't completed but will check with the attorney thoroughly. Mayor Horton read a letter received from Mr. Frank Sawyer, a resident in Byrd Beach, opposing any change in zoning in that area. His letter was referred to the Planning Board. There was discussion and recommendations by Mayor Horton regarding salary raises for the Town Administrator and office staff. Official action was delayed until the regular meeting on November 8th. The Mayor read a recommendation submitted by Chief Jones for a membership for himself and the patrolmen in an indoor gunnery range in Pompano at a cost of $62.50 yearly. It -was approved. Mayor Horton reported that a sketch for a proposed seawall to be constructed by Mr. Urbanek on the adjacent property north of Town Hall has been received. No action is necessary yet by the Town because approval must be given first by several State agencies. Mayor Horton re�orted receiving a notice from the County Administration regarding the proposed 9T' gasoline tax. It will be posTed on the bulletin board. The Mayor reported receiving an updated appraisal of the land south of Town Hall - for $220,000, adding we now have title and possession. Discussion followed. Commissioner Joy presented his recommendations for further work in the Bel Lido area. Discussion followed. He will report further at the regular meeting. Discussion took place on revisions to the Zoning Ordinance. A final reading is planned for the regular meeting on November 8th. The meeting adjourned at 11 :00 P.M. .f APPROVED: 1 l� ATTEST: �. Town Clerk DATED: