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1979.04.03_TC_Minutes_RegularTOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA • Minutes of Meeting of Town Commission Regular Meeting April 3, 1979 1.30 P M Mayor Horton called the Regular Meeting to order at 1x30 P.M. Those in attendance were: Mayor Horton, Vice Mayor Mumford, Commissioners Bauer, Genovese and Storm. Also in attendance were: Mrs. Elaine W. Roberts, Town Manager, Mr. Thomas E. Sliney, Town Attorney, Police Chief Kenneth Jones and Mrs. Jane E. Barker, Town Clerk. There were several Town residents in the audience. Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Minutes, as written February 16, 1979 - Special Meeting February 27, 1979 - Special Meeting February 27, 1979 - Workshop Meeting • March 6, 1979 - Public Hearing March 6, 1979 - Regular Meeting March 13, 1979 - Public Hearing (recessed from March 6, 1979) MOTION by Commissioner Genovese and seconded by Vice Mayor Mumford that the minutes be approved as written. By voice vote, the MOTION was adopted unanimously. Public Requests and Comments Former Mayor Gilday, as President of the Highland Beach Civic League, announced that the Civic League in cooperation with the Heart Association will be holding a C.P.R. Course (Cardin Pulmonary Resuscitation) in the Town Hall on Wednesday, April 11, 1979 at 7:30 P.M. Lt. Tillson of the Boca Raton Fire Department will be giving this course. Mr. Dent, a Town resident, brought up several items; the Hoffmann RPUD extension, the water plant expansion and different ways of conserving water. Reports - Town Commission • (a) Mayor Louis Y. Horton - Mayor Horton read for the record a Minutes Highland Beach Town Commission • Regular Meeting April 3, 1979 Page 2 of 11 letter received from Mr. Gilday resigning as a delegate from the South County Committee, due to his election as President of the Highland Beach Civic League. Mayor Horton then announced that there is a Votomatic machine in the Commission Chambers for any one who wishes to vote an absentee ballott. Regarding water consumption, people leaving the area, the still has to be taken though orifices in shower heads and researched. This will Conti: supervised closely. Mayor Horton reported that with water situation is improved. Care and the matter of using restricting smaller toilet tanks is being nue to be a problem and will be Mayor Horton said that a letter had been received regarding Law Day and he requested a consensus from the Commission as to the signing of this Proclamation. He stated he would sign it. • (b) Vice Mayor Ruth E. Mumford - Vice Mayor Mumford reported that she and Mr. Mumford had attended the Open House of the Electronic Switching Systems for Southern Bell on March 20, 1979, culminating with a reception at the Hamlet in Delray Beach, and she stated that the Open House was most interesting and very worthwhile. She then brought up the subject of the third story penthouse apartment in Bel Lido. She has been receiving complaints about this and it was her understanding that there would be no buildings such as this in that area. It was the consensus of the Commission that a memo be directed to the Planning Commission to look into this matter. Another issue that Vice Mayor Mumford brought up was the Recre- ational Leases in the Town of Highland Beach. She stated that she did not mind paying for swimming pools, shuffleboard courts or dock space, but that she did object to paying the taxes on the developer's property, his utility bills and the insurance on his property. Mrs. Roberts stated that letters should be written to Congressmen about this subject, because of pending legislation. • Minutes Highland Beach Town Commission • Regular Meeting April 3, 1979 Page 3 of 11 Commissioner Bauer suggested that a petition be drawn up and signed by the condominium owners and present this to Senator Chiles'aide when he visits Town Hall on April 27th. (c) Commissioner Harry Bauer - Commissioner Bauer stated that he had met last week with a retired hospital administrator, who was quite impressed with the progress that has been made so far, after looking over Commissioner Bauer's entire file. Commissioner Bauer also stated that through Mrs. Roberts' efforts, samples of the "Vial of Life" have been received. He commended Mr. Gilday on having the C.P.R. course presented here in the Town Hall and said that he is looking into the idea of leasing certain types of equipment - when he has more information, he will report back to the Commission. (d) Commissioner Peter J. Genovese - Commissioner Genovese stated that the Police Department is quite happy about the increases received in • their base salaries. He then mentioned the increase in crimes in the Town. (e) Commissioner Harold C. Storm - No report. Reports of Boards and Agencies of the Town (a) Board of Adjustment - Mr. Brotzman, Vice Chairman, announced that a meeting had been scheduled for March 5, 1979 but it was cancelled and the matter was turned over, therefore, no meeting was necessary. (b) Community Appearance Board - A special Meeting will be held April 10, 1979. (c) Housing Board of Adjustment and Appeals - Mrs. Roberts said that this Board will be meeting next Wednesday morning (April 11th) at 10:15 A.M. (d) Planning Commission - A Special Meeting is being held tonight (April 3rd) on the Danto case to set their date for a Public Hearing. Their Regular Meeting will be • held on April 18, 1979. Minutes Highland Beach Town Commission • Regular Meeting April 3, 1979 Reports - Representatives Re: Metropolitan Planning Organization and Representative, reported regarding air refigured their standards and they are approved), a new study has been orderer developments re: four-laning of AlA. Page 4 of 11 Transportation - Mr. Don Wilson, quality, (the EPA has now conditionally 3 re: bus routes and new South County Committee - Mr. Gilday stated that at the last meeting the incorporation was approved and they held the final session on the by-laws. South Florida Water Mgt. District - Mrs. Roberts stated that Mr. Carberry had been in to see her and informed her that he had two people from two different condominiums visit the Water Resources Center with him and he highly recommends that everybody do this if they want to learn about water conservation devices. • Reports - Town Attorney - Mr. Sliney had a few questions con- cerning the Paper Salvage Contract and after discussion it was decided to table this matter. Mr. Sliney enumerated some ordinance changes for the Commission: Ordinance No. 346 - "Traffic and Motor Vehicles", Ordinance No. 350 - "Florida Model Energy Code" - Mr. Sliney stated that he has separated this Ordinance so that it just deals with the energy code only. Previously, it had included the amendments to the Building Code and also included the new building fees. Mr. Sliney delivered a new ordinance today which covers the amendments and the new fee schedule. It was decided that the Commission would then go to Item 10 on the Agenda, which is Proposed Ordinances. Proposed Ordinance No. 346 - Amending Chapter 27 of the Code of Ordinances entitled "Traffic and Motor Vehicles" - Second Reading. This Ordinance was read in full by the Town Attorney, Mr. Sliney. MOTION by Commissioner Genovese/Commissioner Bauer that this Ordinance be adopted as read by the Town Attorney. Minutes Highland Beach Town Commission • Regular Meeting April 3, 1979 Page 5 of 11 Mayor Horton then inquired regarding cars like El Caminos and a five-minute recess was called to look into this matter. It was decided that E1 Camino type vehicles be exempted - intent of Town Commission. Mayor Horton then asked if the maker of the MOTION and the seconder agreed with the slight changes made in the Ordinance and they did. In polling the Commission, the vote was unanimous in favor of adoption. Proposed Ordinance No. 348 - Amending Chapter 22 of the Code of Ordinances entitled "Sewers" - Second Reading. This Ordinance was read in full by the Town Attorney. MOTION by Vice Mayor Mumford and seconded by Commissioner Storm that the Motion be adopted. The Town Clerk polled the Commission and the vote was unanimous. • Proposed Ordinance No. 349 - Amending Chapter 29 of the Code of Ordinances entitled "Water System" - Second Reading. This Ordinance was read in full by the Town Attorney. MOTION by Commissioner Bauer/Vice Mayor Mumford that Ordinance No. 349 be adopted as read. In polling the Commission, the vote was unanimous. Proposed Ordinance No. 350 - Mr. Sliney announced that this is the Ordinance that has been revised to apply only to the adoption of the Energy Code. He then read Ordinance No. 350 - Adopting the State of Florida Model Energy Efficiency Building Code. MOTION by Commissioner Storm/Vice Mayor Mumford that Ordinance No. 350 with the new version be adopted as read. In polling the Commission, the vote was unanimous in favor of adopting Ordinance No. 350. Proposed Ordinance No. 351 - Enacting the Town Nuisance Ordinance, providing a penalty clause, repealing clause, saving clause, codification and effective date. Mr. Sliney read this ordinance in full. Minutes Highland Beach Town Commission • Regular Meeting April 3, 1979 Page 6 of 11 Commissioner Genovese complimented Attorney Sliney on proposing such a well-rounded ordinance, which Commissioner Genovese feels will accomplish its purpose. MOTION by Commissioner Genovese and seconded by Vice Mayor Mumford that Ordinance No. 351 be adopted as read. Mrs. Roberts asked Mr. Sliney's advice as to whether this Ordinance could be added to the Code of Ordinances under Chapter 17, which is presently marked "Reserved". In polling the Commission, the vote was unanimous in favor of adopting Ordinance No. 351. Proposed Ordinance No. 352 - Amending Chapter 25 of the Code of Ordinances entitled "Subdivisions". This Ordinance was read by title only by the Town Attorney. Proposed Ordinance No. 353 - Amending Chapter 7 of the Code of • Ordinances entitled "Buildings". Read by title only. Mayor Horton advised that these two ordinances would come up for discussion at the next Workshop Meeting, with possible adoption at the next Regular Meeting. Mrs. Roberts stated that there was a Franchise Ordinance for consideration, however, since this is not in complete form, it will be placed on the Workshop Agenda for April 24, 1979. Reports - Town Manager Mrs. Roberts reported on meetings - Palm Beach County Municipal League will be meeting on Thursday, April 12th in Lantana; the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council same day in Stuart. Mrs. Roberts stated she has given the Commission request from the Area Planning Board for their comments regarding the Unified Planning Work Program for fiscal year 1979-80. This mostly con- cerns transportation and is a request for federal funding. The Commissioners had no objections to this. Minutes Highland Beach Town Commission • Regular Meeting April 3, 1979 Page 7 of 11 Mrs. Roberts then commented on her review of the Boca Raton Comprehensive Plan; stated she had received preliminary popu- lation figures from the Bureau of Census; she has written to the Department of Environmental Regulation concerning the water plant problems; and stated that a representative from Senator Chiles' office will be in Town Hall on April 27th from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. Mrs. Roberts has posted the Hot Line for the Legislators on the Bulletin Board and she has written to the Florida League of Cities inquiring about any ordinances known to them regarding new construction plumbing fixtures. Mrs. Roberts reported that Irv Feinstein's condition is much improved; Maggie Arnieri is presently working all day in the Post Office; a man is coming in May to work when Maggie leaves to have her baby; Ray Thernell is working full time as inspector in the Building Department; Mr. William Carlton, from the Bureau of Beaches and Shores, had a heart attack and is in the Talla- • hassee:Memorial Hospital and several residents have received specific assistance re: critical issues, by the Town Manager recently. A man from Town, who wishes to remain anonymous, would like to see an ordinance passed requiring dog owners to dispose of their dog's waste along the bike path or face a $100.00 fine. Mrs. Roberts then reported on the following: Building Department - Thirty-eight permits were issued last month for a total of $20,000. Gross valuation for new construction so far this fiscal year is $5,092,240. No Certificates of Occupancy were issued during the month. The Building Official attended an energy seminar at FAU on the 22nd of March. Mr. Thernell will attend the next one. The buildings on the property next door have been demolished. Finance Department - Everything is going along fine in this department, Mrs. Roberts stated. Health Department - The Town Manager said it was through Mr. Earl • Totz's efforts that she has in her office two Minutes Highland Beach Town Commission • Regular Meeting April 3, 1979 Page 8 of 11 samples of the "Vial of Life". She also stated that Mr. Totz's son and daughter-in-law are willing to give a presentation on this. There will be a CPR Course held in Town Hall on Wednesday, April 11, 1979 which has been arranged for by the Highland Beach Civic League. Maintenance Department - There is still the problem of getting a young man to help Michael Coppola with the maintenance work. However, it is hoped that this matter will correct itself shortly. Police Department - According to the Police Report for the month of March, there have been several larcenies in Town with robberies continuing at the Holiday Inn. Mrs. Roberts said that there is a general increase in crime in south- east Florida, and, as a result of this, one of the Highland Beach Police Officers will be walking a foot patrol around the various condominiums in Town during the evening hours. • Mrs. Roberts stated that the Town was not notified of the last meeting of the Crime Commission, however, she and the Chief will keep up with the matter. Mrs. Roberts would like to have someone from Town represent them on this Commission. The C.D.C. had a special meeting on the 21st of March and the regular meeting was held this morning. The new police car has been in operation since the 20th of March. Mrs. Roberts read a letter from the Police Chief and Patrolmen thanking the Mayor and the Commission for the readjustment in their salary schedule. Another letter of thanks that Mrs. Roberts read was from Patrolman Kasten. Mrs. Roberts stated that the Police Chief had attended a seminar for arson education at the Palm .Beach Junior College and will be attending one more session on April 9th. Town Clerk - Mrs. Roberts reported that Helen Carpenter had been sworn in as Deputy Town Clerk and that department is busy working on the Election. Minutes Highland Beach Town Commission • Regular Meeting April 3, 1979 Page 9 of 11 Public Utilities and Works - The water consumption for March was high and as a result, severe conser- vation steps were taken. After the meters were read, high users were contacted and asked to conserve water. Notices have been placed in the elevators of the condominiums, requesting residents to be careful regarding the washing of cars, their laundry, sprinkling systems and showers. The turbidimeter has arrived and will be installed shortly. Bids are being taken for the elevated tower paint work. Mrs. Roberts stated that Carl Howard's monthly report was on the clipboard. Sixty-four zoning booklets out of the one hundred ordered have been sold. Requested Extension of the Hoffmann RPUD. Mayor Horton stated that this matter had been discussed at the Workshop Meeting and the consensus was to approve this for • another six months. Commissioner Genovese inquired as to the house on this property being connected to the sewer. MOTION by Commissioner Genovese that the extension be granted for six months provided that the house be connected to the sewer system or abandoned within sixty days. Commissioner Bauer seconded the MOTION with the proviso that this be the last extension to be granted. Mayor Horton requested Mrs. Roberts to bring this matter to the Commission's attention two months before the extension expires so that if legal action has to be taken, there would be suffic- ient time. In polling the Commission, the vote was unanimous in favor of granting this extension. Paper Salvage Contract This matter was discussed earlier in the meeting and will be tabled until the Workshop Meeting on April 24, 1979. Amendments to Job Descriptions and other personnel matters. • Mrs. Roberts requested that the Town Commission give approval Minutes Highland Beach Town Commission • Regular Meeting April 3, 1979 Page 10 of 11 to her revision of the Municipal Maintenance Supervisor's (Grade 4) job description and also that of the Maintenance Man. Commissioner Bauer stated that he felt this was long overdue and recommended serious consideration be given to this. MOTION by Commissioner Bauer/Commissioner Storm that the job descrip- tion of the Municipal Maintenance Supervisor as stated in Mrs. Roberts' memo of March 19 and the attachment be approved. Vice Mayor Mumford mentioned the untidy condition of the property just north of the fire station. The MOTION before the Commission was passed unanimously by a voice vote. Lethal Yellow Program Mrs. Roberts recommended to the Commission the purchase of ten more cases of terramycin at $654.00 and fifty malayan palm trees • at $600.00 (for resale to Town residents at cost). MOTION by Commissioner Storm/Commissioner Genovese that Mrs. Roberts' recommendation be accepted. All Commissioners voted Aye. Bids (a) Mrs. Roberts stated that she had two bids for cleaning the ground storage tank - one from Earl Harvel in the amount of $1,850. and one from Webb Contracting in the amount of $2,932. She is recommending that the low bid of $1,850. be approved. MOTION by Commissioner Storm/Vice Mayor Mumford that the expenditure of $1,850. be approved for the cleaning of the ground storage tank. By voice vote, the MOTION was approved unanimously. (b) Mrs. Roberts said that two bids had been received for Sewer Lift Station No. 2 - one from Mr. Sullivan for $900.00 and one from I & M Services for $1,350. She recommended the bid from Mr. Sullivan in the amount of $900.00 be accepted. MOTION by Commissioner Genovese/Commissioner Bauer that the bid of • $900.00 (for the work at Sewer Lift Station No. 2) be approved. All members of the Commission voted Aye. Minutes Highland Beach Town Commission Regular Meeting April 3, 1979 Old Business None New Business None Bills for Approval Page 11 of 11 Commissioner Storm stated that he is quite concerned about the storage bills at the Marina for the confiscated boat. Attorney Sliney informed the Commission that Mr. Bartolone is working on this case and is not getting much cooperation from the State Attorney's office. Discussion took place. Mrs. Roberts brought up the subject of moving the boat into Town, however, the insurance has to be checked into first. Several Townspeople have offered the use of their docks. It was the general consensus of the Commission that they will just have to bear with this case, with the possibility of moving the boat into Town and thus saving the storage charges; and with the hope that the case will be settled soon. MOTION by Commissioner Genovese/Commissioner Bauer that the meeting be ADJOURNED. Time - 3:50 P.M. APPROVED: _._~~~~~~n- Louis "~Y~ Horton, Mayor ~ ., ~ Ruth E. Mumford, 'ce Mayor Harm--Sauer, C ~4nissione Peter. novese, Commissioner %~ ~ ~,_- ) Harold C. torm, Commissioner ATTEST: er DATED: April 16, 1979