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TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA
Minutes of Meeting of Town Commission
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, June 04, 1991 7:30 P.M.
Mayor Joseph A. Boulay called the Regular Meeting of the Town Com-
mission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida to order in the
Commission Chambers at Town Hall at 7:30 P.M. Others present were
Vice Mayor Bill Paul, Commissioners Arlin Voress, Arthur Eypel and
John F. Rand.
Also in attendance were Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney, Town
Manager Mary Ann Mariano, Town Clerk Anne M. Kowals and members of
the general public.
Following roll call, the Pledge of Allegiance was given.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
The Town Commission accepted the Agenda as written.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The following Minutes were submitted for approval:
April 30, 1991 - Workshop Meeting
April 30, 1991 - Special Meeting
May 07, 1991 - Special Meeting
May 07, 1991 - Regular Meeting
A MOTION by COMMISSIONER RAND/VICE MAYOR PAUL to approve the above
Minutes as written carried unanimously.
PiJBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS
Mr. Leonard Bell of 2727 South Ocean Boulevard, thanked the
elected officials for the wonderful climate at all Meetings since
the last election as well as the high caliber of information the
residents can listen to. Commenting on Commissioner Rand's
previously presented clear analysis and reporting regarding
Alternate/Regular Members of Town Boards, Mr. Bell stated he
agrees with the Commissioner's logic, however, the Town Commission
will decide how this matter is handled. Mr. Bell requested the
Commission remember all Board Members are volunteering their
services to show their appreciation to the Town.
Mr. Byron McKinley of 4315 Tranquility Drive, noted that, in the
twenty years that he's resided in the Bel-Lido sub-division, the
roads were paved once and now have no asphalt remaining. Noting
the Town has done a beautiful job on the bike path, Mr. McKinley
invited the Commission Members to look at the Bel Lido roads which
are cracked, in a disgraceful state and in need of resurfacing.
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Mrs. Catherine Friedenreich of 4221 Tranquility Drive, agreeing
with comments made by the previous speaker, put in her bid for
roads to be done--resurface the Bel Lido roads.
R$PORTS - TOidN COMMISSION
Vice Mavor Bill Paul
Vice Mayor Paul extended special recognition to Town Manager
Mariano, who has been in the employ of the Town for eight years,
for a job well done. The Vice Mayor noted Ms. Mariano's career
began as the Town Clerk where she was required to step in and work
in the capacity of the Town Manager when necessary.
Commissioner Arlin Voress
Commissioner Voress reminded the residents of the Hurricane Pre-
paredness Seminar scheduled by our Police Department for Thursday,
June 06, 1991 at Town Hall. The Commissioner urged all residents
to attend this very informative and important session.
Commissioner Arthur Evpel
Commissioner Eypel, noting the Town's new water conservation
program commences as of June 01, 1991, advised that, due to the
recent abundant rainfall, the lawn at his complex was in good con-
dition therefore they refrained from watering. Anyone who has the
ability to restrict their water usage further may conserve more
during the rainy season.
Regarding the library expansion, Commissioner Eypel noted the
'Friends' must devise a comprehensive plan for expansion efforts
that would allow for the expansion of the government complex; the
Commissioner stated he thinks we should take into view the entire
project and consider-the costs, the manner, etc., in which it is
to be developed.
Commissioner John F. Rand
1. Discussion re Regular/Alternate Board Members
Commissioner Rand, noting the Commission is considering approval
of an ordinance enacting a recodification of the Town of Highland
Beach Code of ordinances, suggested discussion regarding
Alternate/Regular Boards Membership take place after the new Code
Book is adopted. The Commissioner, feeling strongly about the
matter and wanting to be certain he has all the facts, requested
this matter be placed on the June Workshop Agenda; and, should the
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new Code Book not be available, the matter would be deferred to
the July Workshop Meeting Agenda. Commissioner Rand further noted
that some sections of the present code regarding Town Boards are
not being observed therefore he would want to wait for the new
Code Book. The Commissioner stated he feels there are specific
admonitions that no member serve more than six years on a Board;
it is contrary that someone serve longer than six years, therefore
that practice should cease; and, he will suggest that with-his
recommendation regarding Regular/Alternate Boards Membership.
Mavor Joseph A. Boulav
Mayor Boulay reported on the March of Dimes Walk-a-thon in which
the Town of Highland Beach was well represented. The Mayor noted
the Town was awarded a plaque for 'First Place' and said plaque
will be on display at Town Hall. The Mayor further noted that,
for the second consecutive year, the Town won the Challenge Cup.
Mayor Boulay publicly thanked all who participated in this worth-
while program; he commended the Town Manager who won 'First Place'
as the top fund raiser.
REPORTS - TOiiN ATTORNEY
Town Attorney Sliney reported the Broadview Litigation is still
pending in Broward Federal Court as Judge Zloch is presiding over
a criminal case that takes precedence over our matter.
REPORTS TO MANAGER
Town Manager Mariano read into the Minutes a letter (a copy of
which is attached to and ^ade a part of these Minutes) from Mrs.
Marge Mantell, President of the "Friends of Library", pertaining
to comments made regarding the library expansion.
REPORTS - BOARDS COMMITTEES
.Mayor Boulay noted the scheduled meetings of, and existing vacan-
cies on, the various Town Boards.
MOTION by CO~II+iISSIONER RAND/VICE MAYOR PAUL to appoint Ms. Elvine
Gordon as a Regular Member of the Community Appearance Board for a
three year term carried unanimously.
A MOTION by COMMISSIONER VORESS/COMMISSIONER RAND to appoint Mr.
Guy Galizia to a three year term on the Community Appearance Board
as a Regular Member passed with all favorable votes.
VICE MAYOR PAUL/COlQiISSIONSR RAND MOVED to appoint Mr. Leonard
Bell to a three year term as a Regular Member of the Planning
• Board. Same carried without objection.
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Vice Mayor Paul noted the appointment of Mr. Bell as a Regular
Member creates an Alternate Member vacancy on the Planning Board.
The Vice Mayor suggested the position not be filled for the time
being inasmuch as the Commission will be looking at the make-up of
the Boards and arrive at a consensus as to what the Commission
plans to do.
1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, AMENDING
SECTION 2-6, RULE NO. 7 OF THE TOWN CODE OF THE TOWN OF
HIGHLAND BEACH, PROVIDING FOR THE DEPOSITS AND DISBURSE-
MENT OF ALL PUBLIC MONIES.
The Ordinance, given first reading on May 07, 1991 was published
on May 17, 1991. Mayor Boulay read the Ordinance by title only.
Same was adopted upon MOTION by COI~II~ISSIONSR RAND/ VICE MAYOR
PAUL. The MOTION carried with All Members casting "AYE" votes.
2. AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING AND ENACTING A NEW CODE FOR THE
• TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR THE
REPEAL OF CERTAIN ORDINANCES NOT INCLUDED THEREIN;
PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF; PROVIDING
FOR THE MANNER OF AMENDING SUCH CODE; AND PROVIDING WHEN
SUCH CODE AND THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE.
Mayor Boulay read by title only the Ordinance which had first
reading on May 07, 1991 and published on May 17, 1991.. During
discussion, Attorney Sliney advised that he was adding the
following sentence to the end of section 2:
"It is the intent of this ordinance that all ordinances
relating to zoning and Comprehensive Plans which are in full
force and effect at the date of adoption of this ordinance
remain in full force and effect and are not repealed."
The Commission approved the addition and VIC$ MAYOR PAUL/COMMIS-
SIONSR $YPEL MOVED to adopt the ordinance as amended. The roll
call vote resulted in all "AYE" votes.
3. AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH AMENDING
SECTION 2-19 (b) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE TOWN
OF HIGHLAND BEACH, PROVIDNING FOR APPOINTMENT AND DIS-
MISSAL OF THE TOWN MANAGER.
The Ordinance received first reading on May 07, 1991 and was
• published on May 17, 1991. Following reading by title only by
Mayor Boulay, a MOTIOl~i by COI+MISSIONSR RAND/COl~MISSIONBR VORSSS
adopting the Ordinance carried with all favorable votes.
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4. AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH ADDING AN
ADDITIONAL SECTION UNDER ARTICLE II TOWN OFFICERS OF THE
CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, RE-
GARDING NON-INTERFERENCE WITH TOWN OFFICERS AND
EMPLOYEES.
The Ordinance had first reading on May 07, 1991 and was published
on May 17, 1991. Mayor Boulay read same by title only. COMNIS-
SIONER VORESS/COIrQ~tISSIONER EYPEL MOVED to adopt the Ordinance as
presented. The NOVS was favorably received by the Commissioners.
5. AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA
REPEALING ORDINANCES 573 RND 579 WHICH ORDINANCES
AMENDED CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 28-1/2 ENTITLED
"TREES, SHRUBS AND VEGETATION".
The Ordinance was given first reading by title only by Mayor
Boulay. It was the consensus of the Town Commission to move this
matter to the June Workshop Meeting Agenda for further
discussion.
6. A RESOLUTION RE CHARTER REVIEW BOARD
Following discussion of a Resolution regarding Charter Review
Board, the Town Commission agreed to place this matter on the June
Workshop Meeting Agenda in order to allow the Members to give this
item more consideration.
REGULAR BUSINESS
Items Left Over
1. Discussion re Town Newsletter
A discussion regarding the Town Newsletter ensued; it was the
consensus of the Town Commission to prepare a bimonthly Newsletter
and to provide for eight editions of same in the budget process.
It was noted that, in season, it may be necessary to prepare the
Newsletter more frequently (i.e. approximately every six weeks).
2. Discussion re Town Lot No. 90 East - reauest for
extension of approved site plan submitted by Mark
Rothenberg
This matter, discussed at the May Workshop Meeting, was given
further consideration and it was the consensus of the Town Commis-
sion to approve the request for the extension of approved site
plan submitted by Mark Rothenberg.
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3. Discussion re Vern's Electronics Prooosal
At this point, Vern Wintermute of Vern's Electronics had not
arrived at the Meeting to make his presentation. The Commission
moved to the next item - the Consent Agenda.
1. Approval of Presas and Haas Audit Contract
2. Approval of 1991/92 Leaal Service Retainer
NOTION by COZQSISSIONSR VORSSS/VICg MAYOR PAUL approving the
Consent Agenda carried without objection.
3. Discussion re Vern's Electronics Proposal
Mr. Vern Wintermute, representing Vern's Electronics, explained
the proposal submitted with regard to the audio/visual system in
the Town Commission Chambers. Mr. Wintermute explained the micro-
phones, when turned up, pick up feed-back. The new system being
proposed is used in courthouses and it allows the microphones to
. be active only when someone speaks. It will include an equalizer
which can adjust the sound so there is not as much range to cause
feed-back. Mr. Wintermute noted that the microphones, recently
installed, are the correct units for the proposed system which
includes an amplifier (to be suspended from the ceiling in a posi-
tion facing the audience) that will produce a good quality sound
at low volume.
Following substantial discussion, COZ4IISSIONSR VORSSS MOVED we
accept Vern's Electronics proposal and ask the Town Manager to
implement same. COt~QtISSIONSR RAND SEC,ONDSD the MOVE. Additional
discussion ensued and the NOVS was amended by CONMISSIONgR VORSSS/
CONNISSIONSR RAND to include the following statement:
"The Town Manager do a little more research and, if she
finds no problems, have the system installed".
A roll call vote resulted as follows:
Vice Mayor Paul "AYE" Commissioner Voress "AYE"
Commissioner Eypel "AYE" Commissioner Rand "AYE"
Mayor Boulay "NAY"
Mayor Boulay noted he opposed the MOVE because he felt it should
be handled in a competitive manner whereby proposals are obtained
from other sources.
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There being no further business to come before the Town Commission
at this time, Mayor Boulay, upon proper IrIOTION, adjourned the
Regular Meeting of the Town Commission at 9:05 P.M.
APPROVED:
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Bi~]..l Paul, Vice Mayo
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The Friends of the Highland Beach Library wish to clarify part of the
statement made by Library Board Treasurer, John Ward, during the May 28th
Zbwn Workshop meeting with regard to funds available to the town for the
Library Building Ftu~d.
The Library Boar?ci voted that if a building fund was made available, the
library would be willing to contribute $5,000.00, to start the fund off.
The $12,000 too $15,000 mentioned, actually represents the library's expected
total. operating funds for the fiscal year and even that sum is not a fixed
amount, but rather the sum of donations and fines etc., in any given year.
The Library did not mean to imply that these operating funds would be
donated to the proposed Library Building Fund.
We apologize for any misunderstanding in this matter.
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