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1990.02.27_TC_Minutes_Workshopr. ~~ ~, TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA Minutes of Meeting of Town Commission WORKSHOP MEETING Tuesday, Februar~~ 27, 1990 1x30 _P.M. Mayor Joseph A. Boulay called the Workshop Meeting of the Town Commis- sion of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, to order at 1:30 P.M. in the Commission Chambers at Town Hall. Others in attendance were Vice Mayor John J. Basso, Commissioners Doris R. Rome, Marvin A. Waldman and Betty Jean Stewart. Also present were Town Attorney David K. Friedman, Town Manager Mary Ann Mariano, Deputy Town Clerk Anne M. Kowals and members of the general public.. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS OR ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA Following the addition of an Item (Receipt of Reverse Osmosis Study pre- pared by J. M. Montgomery Engineers) under the Town Manager's Report, the Agenda was accepted as amended. 90.1 Public Comments and Requests • Dr. E. Pearson, a resident at the Seagate of Highland, noted that, as suggested by the Town Commission at their last meeting, a mass letter writing program regarding a manatee protection zone on the Intracoastal Waterway in the Highland Beach area was undertaken and more than 100 of such letters were delivered to County Commissioner Carol Roberts prior to the February 14, 1990 County Commission Meeting. Dr. Pearson urged the Town Commission and Town Attorney to prepare an ordinance to control the boating speed limit on the Intracoastal Waterway in Highland Beach that would compliment the ordinance that the Boca Raton officials may pass with regard to speed control on the Intracoastal Waterway in the Boca Raton area. During Dr. Pearson's commentary, a brief discussion ensued at which time Commissioner Waldman complimented Commissioner Rome for her efforts with regard to the problems on the Intracoastal Water- way and noted that both Vice Mayor Basso and Commissioner Rome have been concerned and involved in this fight for a number of years. Ms. Helene Christiansen, a resident at the Seagate of Highland, stated Mayor Boulay has been in the forefront in this situation and has contacted numerous agencies and set up meetings with numerous parties. Continuing, Ms. Christiansen said it was her hope that the rest of the Commission will help as much as the Mayor has, then, we will get manatee protection and speed control on the Intracoastal Waterway in the near future. Mr. Hal Chambers of 2524 South Ocean Boulevard, questioned the Town • Attorney as to the current status with regard to political campaign signs. Town Attorney Friedman noted that the Florida Department of Transportation advised no signs may be placed along the right of way in ~ r ~ Town Commission Workshop Meeting Minutes February 27, 1990 Page 2 of 5 accordance to the Florida Statues and Regulations; however, Attorney Friedman noted that that is a D.O.T. Regulation and the Town does not get involved. When Mr. Chambers questioned the placement of signs on property with permission of the owner, Attorney Friedman stated "with prior written consent of the property owner, there is no problem". Ms. Florence Riess, a resident at the Seagate of Highland Condominium, commented that the sand at the construction site (Villa Costa) adjacent to the Seagate Condominium blows around onto their cars and requested help with the situation while the construction continues at that site. It was noted that Ms. Jane Rayner of Seagate called this matter to the attention of Project Manager Mike Everett who is cooperating in trying to resolve this matter. The Town Manager will look into this matter to see what can be done to help the residents at Seagate. Mr. Michael Dent, residing at the Casuarina, commenting on Town Attorney Friedman's response to Mr. Chamber's inquiry relating to the posting of political campaign signs in the right of way, requested that the Mayor, as head of the City, take no action in regard to somebody's complaint in this matter. • Mr. Jose Echeverria of Russell Drive, head of the Turtle Program as well as the Beach Cleaning Program in Highland Beach, advised the Town Commission that the beach clean-up suffered a drawback because of the heavy winds. It was noted that volunteers are needed for these pro- grams. Mr. Echeverria stated that although the Turtle Program starts in May, turtles have been known to come on shore in April. 90.2 Boards and Committees Mayor Boulay noted the existing Alternate Member Vacancy on the Planning Board and acknowledged receipt of Dr. Grover Ensleys's resignation (sub- mitted to the Chairman) from the Financial Advisory Board. The Mayor noted that a letter of appreciation will be forwarded to Dr. Ensley. Mayor Boulay requested the Commissioners review the Talent Bank Applica- tions for possible appointments at the March 6, 1990 Regular Meeting. 90.3 Proposed Ordinances and Resolutions 1. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 29 ENTITLED "WATER SYSTEM", SEC. 29-24 ENTITLED "DEFINITIONS", SEC. (4) ENTITLED "WATER SHORTAGE"; SEC. 29-24 (c) (1) AND SEC. 29-24 (c) (1) A ENTITLED "IMPLEMENTATION"; SEC. 29-24 (c) (2) ENTITLED "WATER USES"; SEC. 29-24 (d) ENTITLED "ENFORCE- MENT"; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. • The proposed ordinance had first reading on 2/6/90 and was published on 2/16/90. Following brief discussion, this matter was moved for final consideration to the March 6, 1990 Regular Meeting Agenda. Town Commission Workshop Meeting Minutes February 27, 1990 Page 3 of 5 2. AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE TOWN CODE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA, TO WIT: CHAPTER 7, ENTITLED "BUILDINGS", SECTION 7-l.l PROVIDING FOR A MINIMUM PERMIT FEE, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The proposed ordinance had first reading on 2/6/90 and was published on 2/16/90. Following discussion and amendment of this ordinance, it was the consensus of the Town Commission that this matter should be moved to the Agenda for the March 6, 1990 Regular Meeting. 87.4 Discussion re March/April 1990 Newsletter The Town Commission reviewed a draft of the March/April Newsletter. Following a recommendation to increase the information under Water Restrictions, the Town Commission accepted the March/April Newsletter. 89.17 Discussion re status of code recodification The Town Commission moved the discussion regarding the status of the . code recodification to the Agenda for their March 27, 1990 Workshop Meeting. MISCELLANEOUS - ITEMS LEFT OVER Status of Building Development in Town The Status of Building Development in Town, prepared by the Building Official, was received as information by the Town Commission. Minutes for approval at March Regular Meeting Two sets of Minutes to be submitted for approval at the March Regular Meeting of the Town Commission were reviewed. An amendment to the February 6, 1990 Regular Meeting Minutes was recommended by Commissioner Stewart. REPORTS - TOWN COMMISSION Mayor Joseph A. Boulay Mayor Boulay reported that he was invited to participate in the "Good Morning America" Show which had been aired from the Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach, Florida. on Friday, February 23, 1990. Vice Mayor John J. Basso • No report. i Town Commission Workshop Meeting Minutes February 27, 1990 Page 4 of 5 Commissioner Doris R. Rome No report; however, Commissioner Rome expressed her appreciation to the Palm Beach Post for their endorsement of her as Town Commissioner in the upcoming Municipal Election on March 13, 1990. Commissioner Marvin A. Waldman Commissioner Waldman had no report; Commissioner Waldman did comment that he would like everyone to do something good for the Town, reelect John Basso and Doris Rome. Commissioner Betty Jean Stewart Commissioner Stewart, in order to avoid any confusion, requested that the Town Commission consider naming the proposed park behind Town Hall and asked Members to bring their suggestions to the March 6, 1990 Regular Meeting at which time she will again bring up this matter. REPORTS - TOWN ATTORNEY • Attorney Friedman reported that the the Town Commission, which has been President, was received from Itco's the executed general release. The accordance with the earlier adopted Settlement Agreement, approved by signed by Itco Property's Vice Attorney Patricia Silver along with Kayor will execute the documents in Resolution approving same. With regard to the Palm Beach County Fire/Rescue Contract, Attorney Friedman noted receipt of a letter from Assistant County Attorney Denise D. Barile, dated 2/16/90. This matter will be placed on the Agenda for the March 6, 1990 Regular Meeting for further discussion. Attorney Friedman reported that his office and Attorney Dan Rosenbaum are working on a proposed settlement agreement to offer to the Hoffmanns which is similar to the Broadview Savings and Loan settlement agreement. The Town Attorney noted that the Planning Board is working to implement the range of densities for the Comprehensive Plan and has recommended a proposed parking ordinance. In this regard, a Public Hearing is set for 5:01 P.M., this date, to receive public comment and give first reading to this proposed ordinance. REPORTS - TOWN MANAGER Town Manager Mariano reported on the status of pending Town projects and noted that the "Bike Path Study" by Gee & Jenson is under way. Mr. Jim Park, Senior Planner at Gee & Jenson, will be in attendance at the March 6, 1990 Regular Meeting to give an update on the study to the Town Commission. • Town Commission Workshop Meeting Minutes February 27, 1990 Page 5 of 5 The matter of the Topographical Survey by Gentry Engineers of the Town Hall Property is under way and, upon completion, Urban Design Studio will continue the preliminary site plan of the park behind the Town Hall. Town Manager Mariano extended congratulations to the Highland Beach Police Department for having passed the recent inspection conducted by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. Town Manager Mariano submitted a list of poll workers for the March 13, 1990 Municipal Election. This matter will be placed on the Consent Agenda for the March 6, 1990 Regular Meeting. The Town Manager acknowledged receipt from James M. Montgomery Engineers of the Reverse Osmosis Study. The Town Commission directed the Water Resources Advisory Board to review the Study and transmit their recom- mendations to the Town Commission There being no further business to come before the Town Commission at this Workshop Meeting, Mayor Boulay adjourned same at 2:35 P.M. APPROVED: s h Boulay; Mayor (Term ended 3/13/90) John J. Basso, Vice Mayor (Term ended 3/13/90) Doris R. Rome, Commissioner Mar in A. Waldman, Commissioner Betty Jean Stewart, Commissioner ATTES Date: amk • ~: LJ TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA Minutes of Meeting of Town Commission PUBLIC HEARING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 1990 5:P11 P.M. The advertised Public Hearing of the Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, was called to order at 5:811 P.M. by Mayor Joseph A. Boulay in the Commission Chambers at Town Hall. Others present were Vice Mayor John J. Basso, Commissioners Doris R. Rome and Betty Jean Stewart. Commissioner Marvin A. Waldman was absent. Mayor Boulay noted that the purpose of this advertised Public Hearing was to receive public comment and give first reading to the following proposed ordinance: AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, CHAPTER 30, ENTITLED "ZONING", SECTION 5.8 ENTITLED "OFF-STREET PARK- ING", SECTION 5.9 ENTITLED "OFF-STREET LOADING"; PROVIDING FOR VISIBILITY TRIANGLES TO IMPROVE VISIBILITY AT INTER- SECTIONS; PROVIDING FOR MAINTENANCE OF VEHICULAR USE AREAS; PROVIDING FOR THE NUMBER, LOCATION AND WIDTH OF ACCESS DRIVEWAYS; PROVIDING FOR DESIGN STANDARDS FOR VEHICULAR USE AREAS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. With one resident in the audience, there were no public comments forthcoming when Mayor Boulay requested same. Following discussion of this proposed ordinance, it was the consensus of the Town Commission that this matter required further study and, in this regard, another Public Hearing will be scheduled at an early date. There being no further business to come before the Town Commission at this advertised Public Hearing, upon proper MOTION, Mayor Boulay adjourned same at 5:35 P.M. ~~ APPROVED : ~'~ ose A. Boulay, Mayor (Term ended 3/13/90) John J. Basso, Vice Mayor ~.. Town Commission Public Hearing Minutes February 27, 1990 Page 2 of 2 (Term ended 3/13/90) Doris R. Rome, Commissioner (Absent) Marvin A. Waldman,. Commissioner ~-- ~ ~`_ ~et~'y Jean Stewart, Commissioner amk •