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1979.07.31_TC_Minutes_WorkshopTOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA • Minutes of Meeting of Town Commission Workshop Meeting July 31, 1979 9.30 A M In the temporary absence of Mayor Horton, Commission ~-torm called on Representative James Watt. Commissioners Bauer an Storm were in attendance and Mayor Horton entered the meeting at 9:45 A.M. Also in attendance were: Elaine W. Roberts, Town Manager, Mr. Thomas E. Sliney, Town Attorney, and Jane E. Barker, Town Clerk. 79.53 Representative Watt's Appearance James Watt, Representative from District 80, addressed the Commission, apologizing for not having been here when he was originally scheduled. He stated that he wanted to make the municipalities aware of the Code Enforcement Board. Ever since Article V of the Constitution abolished Municipal Courts, the municipalities • have been having trouble enforcing municipal ordinances and with a Code Enforcement Board (consisting of local residents), these violations could be handled at a local level. A question was raised by Mrs. Roberts as to whether the complete Code of Ordinances could be included under this and Mr. Watt stated that one would have to be careful not to "cross the line" and make the Board into a Municipal Court. At this point in time, Mayor Horton entered the meeting and stated it was an Official Workshop Meeting with a full Quorum. (9:45 A.M.) Mr. Watt then went on to explain just what the Legislature had accomplished this year; stating first that Mr. Raymond Sittig, Executive Director of the Florida League of Cities, does a fantastic job representing the cities, working in the Florida Legislature. Mr. Watt said that the Legislature had repealed the prevailing wage law; the double taxation question would apply to all County revenue; and spoke about the Financial Emergencies Act for local governments. He mentioned the 5/ cap on County and • City operating millage and talked about the proposed $25,000 Homestead Exemption re: school taxes. Minutes Highland Beach Town Commission • Workshop Meeting July 31, 1979 Page 2 of 5 He then stated that he had a local telephone number (368-4384) and would appreciate calls from his constituents. 79.54 Palm Beach County Eng'ineer's presentation reg'ardina Fair Share Ordinance Mr. G. Haney Frakes, Jr., Assistant Director, Traffic Division, Palm Beach County Engineering and Public Works, addressed the Commission regarding the Fair Share Ordinance. He spoke about the anticipated growth in Florida and especially Palm Beach County. He stated that Palm Beach County will be the leader insofar as additional people coming into any one county within the state - with ~`lorida leading the nation in inmigration. With this anticipated growth, the naturally increase and the revenue tax is not sufficient to cover al tion and improvements that will be people and vehicles, according to for the "Fair Share Ordinance." 79.55 Discussion re: traffic congestion will received from the gasoline 1 the necessary road construc- needed for the additional Mr. Frakes. Thus, the need (a) Proposed Ordinance No. 358 - To amend Chapter 19, Section. 1601.1 of the Code of Ordinances - First Reading July 3, 1979. (b) Proposed Ordinance No. 359 - Limitation of appointed Board Members terms - First Reading July 3, 1979. (c) Proposed Ordinance No. 360 - To adopt a fee schedule according to Chapter 30, Section 8.8 - First Reading July 3, 1979. Mayor Horton asked if there were any questions concerning the above Ordinances and there were none. These Ordinances will have a Second Reading and possible adoption at the Regular Meeting on August 7, 1979. Discussion then took place regarding Emergency Ordinance No. 361 which has to do with what Mr. Frakes talked about above. This Emergency Ordinance was passed and adopted by the Commission on July 3, 1979. If no further action is taken on the Ordinance, Highland Beach would automatically be adopting the proposed pro= gram. Further discussion will take place next week at the Minutes Highland Beach Town Commission Workshop Meeting July 31, 1979 Page 3 of 5 Regular Meeting as this matter will be placed on the agenda for that meeting. 79.56 Discussion re: (a) Proposed Ordinance regarding a Code Enforcement Board Mayor Horton stated that this Ordinance will become effective on October 1st at the County level; therefore, there is still time to discuss this matter further. (b) Proposed Ordinance regarding Water Conservation A sample Ordinance has been received regarding water conser- vation and Mayor Horton stated that the Commission should give some thought to this and possibly have a First Reading on this at the Regular Meeting on August 7, 1979. 79.57 Resolutions: (a) Proposed Resolution No. 377 - to apply for Comprehensive Planning Act Assistance Fund Program to the State of Florida Discussion took place in connection with this matter. This is a Resolution which would allow Mrs. Roberts to request money for time spent in reviewing the Comprehensive Plan. (b) Proposed Resolution No. 378 - A commitment of Good Intent by the Town of Highland Beach to participate in the FIRMA Study Proposed by the Palm Beach Municipal League. This Resolution pertains to a request for a fee of $250.00 in order to do a study (FIRMA) on a self-insurance pool for munici- palities. Commissioner Storm's objection was to the flat fee of $250.00 when the needs of the Town are much smaller than other municipalities. Mrs. Roberts will look into this. 79 50 Proposed purchase of Sewage Treatment Plant Equipment - Status Mrs. Roberts reported the company would not accept the $7,500. proposal for the purchase of the equipment and that they now want $10,000. She did not recommend that the Town spend this amount of money. Mayor Horton questioned the possibility of buying the Minutes Highland Beach Town Commission • Workshop Meeting July 31, 1979 Page 4 of 5 equipment at $10,000. and spending another $10,000. to put it into A-1 shape - which would still be about half the cost of a new generator. Mrs. Roberts will look into this matter. 79.58 Building Department Vehicle Mr. Hamzik, Building Official, is requesting the purchase of a four-wheel drive vehicle which could be used as an additional vehicle for the paramedics in case of an accident or heart attack on the beach and also for the purpose of catching vio- lators along the beach, as well as for inspections. This matter will be further discussed at the Regular Meeting on August 7, 1979. Reports - Town Manager Mrs. Roberts reported that County Commissioner Norman Gregory is asking for a "wish list" of projects that the County govern- ment might help us with over the next three years. He would like this information by August 16, 1979, so Mrs. Roberts asked the Commission for their input. Mrs. Roberts stated that she has written Botkin Engineering re: a cost estimate for specifications for converting the Bel Lido bridge. She said she had requested bids from eight different construction companies with no response from any of them. Mrs. Roberts then reported that Mr. Hamzik had issued a temporary C/O on a triplex on Highland Beach Drive which expired on July 11,' 1979. She is seeking the Commission's approval for a six months' extension until the pool problems can be straightened out. Inas- much as this is under Section 8 of the Zoning Ordinance, the Building Official's authority included this matter. Commissioner Bauer then questioned the Building Official regarding two or three cuts on the bicycle path near Bel Lido Drive. Mrs. Roberts asked if the consideration of names for the vacancy on the Housing Board of Adjustment and Appeals should be placed on the agenda for the next Regular Meeting. Mayor Horton replied in the affirmative. Minutes Highland Beach Town Commission • Workshop Meeting July 31, 1979 Page 5 of 5 A request has been received from the Stewart family to extend their garage roof out 9' into the setback line. Mr. Hamzik ex- plained this for the benefit of the Commission. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Commission that this request could not be granted because it would extend a non-conforming structure; however, Mrs. Stewart could appeal to the Board of Adjustment or install an awning instead of the roof. Mrs. Roberts then told the Commission about a request from Ambassadors East for the installation of a guard house. This matter will be placed on the agenda for the Regular Meeting next week. Mr. M. H. W. Dent, a Town resident, spoke to the Commission re- garding FIRMA and the purchasing of the Sewage Treatment Plant Equipment. MOTION by Commissioner Storm/Mayor Horton that the Workshop Meeting be ADJOURNED. The voice vote was unanimous and the meeting ADJOURNED • at 11:35 A.M. . - r.._.._...„ APPROVED: ~ ~Z/ ~s Louis~Y. Horton, Mayor ~' (Absent) Ru h E. Mumford, Vice Mayor Harry B er, Commissioner ATTEST: G"- Cc own Clerk (Absent) Peter ~. Genovese, Commissioner Ha old C. torm, Commissioner DATED: Auq'ust 6, 1979