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REGULAR MEETING
Tuesdav, November 9, 2010 9•30 AM
Members Present: Chairman Rosalind Svenstrup; Vice Chairman Joel Ignatin; Member
Linda Albertson; Member Susan Hiles and Member Barbara Zeeman. Also Attending:
Deputy Town Clerk Valerie Oakes and members of the public.
1. CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman Svenstrup called the Regular Meeting to order at 9:30 AM. Roll Call was
taken by Deputy Town Clerk Oakes. Chair Svenstrup announced that there are two (2)
vacancies on the Board, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. ADDITIONS. DELETIONS OR ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA:
Chair Svenstrup called for any additions, deletions or acceptance of the agenda.
MOTION: Vice Chair Ignatin moved to accept the agenda as presented; seconded by
Member Hiles. Motion passed with all in favor.
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS:
None.
4. PRESENTATIONS:
None.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
• September 14, 2010 - Regular
MOTION: Member Albertson moved to approve the September 14, 2010, Regular
Meeting Minutes; seconded by Vice Chair I~natin. Motion passed with all in favor.
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6. OLD BUSINESS:
A. Update Regarding the Status of the Proposed Municipal Special Tazing
District
Chair Svenstrup announced that she had prepared the report on the Municipal
Special Taxing Unit (MSTLJ) District project, and she is prepared to make a
presenta.tion before the Town Commission; however, due to the election results,
wanted to know the feelings of the board members. Vice Chair I n~atin explained
that it is only the decision of the Boazd to make a recommendation to the Town
Commission; it is the Town Commission's decision when and if to place the item
on the ballot. It is the Board's obligation to present what the Board has done.
Member Albertson stated that the political and economical climate would not allow
the MSTU to pass at this time. Chair Svenstrup will not make a suggestion
regarding timing to the Town Commission but rather the Town Commission uses
their discretion. Member Albertson was concerned that once this is a dead issue
that it cannot be revived. Vice Chair I n~ suggested leaving it in the hands of the
Town Commission to make the decision to delay. Chair Svenstrun questioned the
Board as to if she should make a recommendation to postpone placing the MSTU
on the ballot until the Town Commission deems necessary. Vice Chair I natin
suggested making an indication that the Board is concerned of the current political
climate. Member Zeeman added that the March 2011 election would be poor
timing. Vice Chair I ng
atin recommended that the Board not suggest a date; leave it
to the Town Commission's discretion. Member Albertson asked if this is the
feeling of the Board to endorse or propose the MSTU. Chair Svenstrun answered
that unanimously the Board moved to go forward; however, we would have to see
the feeling of the people. Vice Chair Ignatin commented that the Town
Commission made the decision to approve the funds for Fishkind & Associates to
do the report, so the Commission must have some interest. Chair Svenstrup ended
the discussion by stating that she will make a presentation at the Town Commission
Workshop Meeting on November 30, 2010, and she would not push for the item to
be placed on the ballot for the upcoming election.
B. Mangrove Project
Member Albertson reported that phase 2 of the project was completed on October 1,
2010, and she would like to meet with the people from Casuarina. Vice Chair
I~natin explained that the work that was completed was only the Palm Beach
County's portion of the mangroves. Member Albertson did not remember seeing
them working on this, but from the sidewalk, it is much cleaner than a year ago.
Vice Chair Ignatin suggested that Member Albertson follow-up with Carmen Vare.
Member Albertson agreed.
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C. Wave Height Restriction Project
Chair Svenstrun suggested that the Board prepare a flyer with the proper authorities
including phone numbers and procedures to warn boaters, and then send the flyer to
all of the condominiums. Member Albertson mentioned an article in the Sun
Sentinel regarding the Broward County Commission proposing to change the
weekend speed limit. Vice Chair I~in explained that the Florida Fish & Wildlife
Commission initiated this effort. Broward County Commissioners held twelve (12)
different meetings and times from before the summer through September. There is
opposition to reducing the speeding, but this effort was purely to protect the
manatees and had nothing to do with homeowners. They are looking to lift certain
restrictions during certa.in seasons when the manatees are not present. This item
will go for a vote before the Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission in December.
Palm Beach County's series of ineeting will mostly likely not take place unti12012.
Chair Svenstrun explained that they are proposing to install speed limit signs. In
addition, the Chair thanked Barbara James, Permit Holder for the Highland Beach
Sea Turtle Volunteer Program, far a most enjoyable turtle program this week.
D. Discussion on Beach Erosion and Beach Nourishment
Vice Chair I ng
atin reported that this issue is dead in the water. The Town of
Highland Beach does not qualify for beach nourishment or restoration because the
Town does not have public beach access. The Township can do it on its own;
otherwise, it is a moot point.
7. NEW BUSINESS:
None.
8. REPORTS:
None.
9. REPORTS - BOARD MEMBERS:
A. Member Linda Albertson - No report.
B. Member Susan Hiles - No report.
C. Member Barbara Zeeman - No report.
D. Vice Chair Joel Ignatin - No report.
E. Chair Rosalind Svenstrun - No report.
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10. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the Board, Chairman Svenstrup
adjourned the meeting at 9:51 AM.
APPROVED: '
Rosalind Svenstrup; hair
1 I atin, Vice i
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Susan Hiles, Member
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Vacancy
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ATTESTED:
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Valerie Oakes
Deputy Town Clerk
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