1970.08.11_TC_Minutes_Regular N
MINUTES: REGULAR MEETING OF THE TXOWN COMMISSION - August 11, 1970
The regular Town meeting was called to order by Mayor Horton on Tuesday,
August 11, 1970 at 7:10 P. M. All Commissioners were present except
Comm. Jurisch and Vice Mayor Vedder, who were out of Town. The minutes
of the regular Town meeting July 7th were approved as read.
Mayor Horton explained that he was requested to represent about five non-
resident property owners at the assessment equalization hearing in West
Palm Beach. He appeared but the hearing was heard in private with the
Assessor, Mr. David Reid.
The Mayor reported that we have received a, second bid On codification of
the Charter and Ordinances. Mr. Lamb is doing a study comparison, to
present to the Commissioners at a future time.
Mayor Horton reported that a new Post Office contract has been signed
and that the yearly fee is now $1,200.00 As our volume increases, we
could request a future increased rate.
The Mayor stated that since the Ordinances of the Town do not provide
for a permit or inspection fee for the sewer system tie in, he suggested
an inspection fee of $ 100.00 for a condominium or multi - family and
$ 20.00 for single family homes. Discussion followed and it was sug-
gested that we write to Florida League of Municipalities for their
assistance on rates.
The Mayor read a letter recieved from Highland Beach Utilities Co. re-
questing approval of lift station #5 to serve Boca -Hi. Commissioner
Beekman moved this be approved, Comm. Hackman seconded and it was unani-
mously approved.
Mayor Horton read a letter from the Florida Dept. of Natural Resources
regarding a law passed in 1970 state legislature which prohibits constr-
uction or excavation within 50 feet of the mean high water along the Gulf
of Mesico or the Atlantic Ocean. This plus our Town Ordinances should
control this effectively, Mayor Horton said.
The Mayor read a letter received from the Palm Beach County Municipal
League regarding several projects they are interested in: better distribution
of county tax monies, and beach erosion, along ocean frontage in Palm
Beach County. Membership dues are $ 50.00 yearly and the Mayor suggested
it would be a good idea to join this to present a united front. Comm.
Beekman moved we join this league and Mayor Horton seconded. Their next
meeting is to this Friday in Delray. Discussion followed.
Mayor Horton reported receiving from Palm Beach County a copy of the Co.
licensing law, passed by the State legislature without knowledge of the
municipalities in Palm Beach County, which provides for issuance of
countywide licenses for construction and setting of fees.
The Mayor explained that the U. S. Gov't has set up a flood insurance pro-
gram to be administered by HUD. We have received correspondence from Mr.
Broward Williams, Insurance Commissioner regarding this. The Town of
Manalapan, who acted on this, sent us the necessary steps to follow. A
Resolution No. 165 was read, recognizing the public need for flood in-
surance and authorizing the Town Commission of Highland Beach to takpi
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�./ whatever action it deems necessary to comply with the Flood Insurance Pro-
gram. Comm. Beekman moved to pass this Resolution as read, Comm. Hackman
seconded and it was unanimous. The Resolution is page o Of these minutes.
Mayor Horton showed a sketch for a proposed Town sign to replace the old
one now existing. Mrs. Calhoun, Mrs. Santangelo and Mr. Ceparano formed
a committee to work on this. Mr. Ceparano recommended a sign similar to
the one at Spanish River Park in Boca Raton, made of redwood. Comm. Hackman
moved to approve $ 100.00 for expenses, Comm. Beekman seconded and it was
unanimously decided. Discussion followed.
Tax comm: Comm. Beekman reported one outstanding tax bill for $ 25.00,
Finance comm: Comm. Hackman said that he felt the audit report was very
well done. He reported no further progress on the budget. He said that
the Civil Defense dept. in the County has asked for someone to contact
in an emergency, and suggested Fire Chief Conklin, Town Marshall DiCampli,
and MV Jesse Arney. Mayor Horton said that we also received a request and
we are trying to find retired army service personnel in the new condominiums.
Meanwhile, Comm. Hackman volunteered his services.
Public works and water: The Mayor stated that Mr. Arney has reported that
after the third monthly flushing of the water lines, there is little evi-
dence of the calcium carbonate that caused the cloudy condition in the water.
reading of the
Then Ordinance regarding sewers will be delayed until the Sept. meeting.
The second reading of the Water Ordinance was held, which creates rules,
regulations and penalties; governing services, installing and improving
og all functions as it pertains to the water supply of Highland Beach.
Corm. Beekman moved it be adopted, Comm. Hackman seconded and it was unani-
mously passed.
The bills and accounts were read for payment. Comm. Beekman moved they be
approved, Comm. Hackman seconded and it was unanimous. Comm. Beekman made
a suggestion that the bills be stamped approved at the Town meeting.
Discussion took place on a request by Mr. Don Ross regarding being notified
of workshop meetings. One solution was to have a regular time set for these
meetings and a notification put in the newspaper.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:15 P. M.
APPROVED:
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RESOLUTTON NO.
A RESOLUT ION OF THE TOWN COANI')rSSION OF THE
TOWN OF HIGHLAMD BEACH, FURVDA RECOCNIZING
THE PUBLIC,NEEQ FGR FLOOD INS!,TRANCE AND
AUTHORIZTNG THE TOWN COMMISSION TO TAKF,
WHATEVER ACTION IT DEEMS NECESSARY TO CGHPLY WITH
FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRA.M.
WHEREAS, to e town of TUghland Reach is �i
ff municipal corporation of the State of Florida, duly
chartered by the State of Florida, and
WHEREAS, the Town of Highland Beach is authorized
by Chapters 69-33, 69-139 of the Florida Statutes'Lo effect
flood control measures, and
W 'AS,
IJERE t h c� '.(-'oNA of Highland Beach rawagnizcs
the immediate need - for Flood insuranwe For protection of
the public, and hereby desires participation in the Flood
Insurance Progra&, a&
WHEREAS, the Town of Highland Beach hereby agrees
to take such official action as may be necessary to comply
with the requirements s the Flood Insurance Program, and
WHEREAS, the Town Commission of the TotwPI of
Highland Beach recognizes that all kroperties cKwept for
portions of the coastal ridge within its - boundaries are
subject to coastal flooding and flood damage, and
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