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1990.07.03_TC_Minutes_Regular,~ , _w .. TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA Minutes of Meeting of Town Commission REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, 3uly 03, 1990 7:30 P.M. Mayor Joseph A. Boulay called the Regular Meeting of the Town Commission 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 Betty Jean Stewart and Harold C. Chambers. Commis- sioner Marvin A. Waldman was absent. Others in attendance were Town Attorney David K. Friedman, 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 Agenda, amended to include a report by the Water Resources Advisory Board Members (Messrs. Keller, Voress and Brunton) following Public Comments and Requests, was accepted upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER i CHAMBERS/VICE MAYOR PAUL. Same carried without objection. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The following Minutes were submitted for approval: May 29, 1990 - Workshop Meeting May 29, 1990 - Public Hearing June 05, 1990 - Regular Meeting June 12, 1990 - Public Hearing/Special Meeting MOTION by COMMISSIONER CHAMBERS/VICE MAYOR PAUL to approve the Minutes submitted for approval carried unanimously. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS Mr. Jose Echeverria of Russell Drive, the Town's representative on the Palm Beach Countywide Beaches and Shores Council, reported that he at- tended their meeting on June 11, 1990 at which time the application of Mr. James A. Barry, 4015 South Ocean Boulevard, Highland Beach, to re- move a boat ramp, relocate a gazebo and revegetate these areas with Sea- grapes and Sea Oats was approved with said application requiring the further approvals of the Department of Natural Resources, the Turtle Program and the Town. Mr. Echeverria further reported that Lt. Dale Hutchinson of the U. S. Coast Guard Marine Safety spoke with regard to oil spill containment. s Town Commission July 03, 1990 Page 2 of 6 Regular Meeting Minutes Regarding the Turtle Program in Highland Beach, Mr. Echeverria noted that to date, this has been a prolific turtle nesting season--approxi- mately 478 nests have been recorded. On this date, at about 2:30 P.M., in the area of Ambassadors East, a Loggerhead Turtle came ashore to nest and dropped 100/140 eggs. Mr. Echeverria extended thanks to all persons involved in the Turtle Program in Town. Mr. Michael Dent, residing at the Casuarina, citing the Town (in prior years) had formed an Ad Hoc Committee for the purpose of researching alternatives to Fire/Rescue Services, noted that when those alternatives were considered, the Town was not going to gain anything by going around the corner for something cheaper. Mr. Dent recommended that the Town again hire the County Fire/Rescue Services as they are professional. Mr. Dent stated that he was disturbed to hear that the Chief Accounting Officer (JoAnn Rutherford) is leaving the Town; and, while he does not know what caused her departure, he noted it may be too much pressure on her by certain individuals in Town. Mr. Dent also stated he was very disturbed, at the Workshop Meeting of the Town Commission, to learn that our own Water Resources Advisory Board was being side-swiped by Hal Chambers who seems to go outside the system. Mr. Dent further stated that he hoped Commissioner Chambers would work within the system and not cause pain and suffering on our staff. WATER RESOURCES ADVISORY BOARD REPORT Water Resources Advisory Board Chairman Arthur Keller stated that Regu- lar Member Arlen Voress and he have worked together with regard to the C-15 Canal matter and a Special Meeting of the W.R.A.B. was held on Mon- day, July 02, 1990 to discuss same. The Chairman explained that Commis- sioner Chambers went to Steve Lamb who is in charge of the permitting division at South Florida Water Management District and discussed getting a new consulting engineer as well as requirements for a one year extension of the Town's usage permit; Mr. Lamb's letter of June 26, 1990 to the Commissioner mentioned ways that were covered by the W.R.A.B. (one was not--the C-15 Canal. Commissioner Chambers suggested using water from the C-15 Canal for irrigation of lawns in Town). It was noted that a letter of May 25, 1990 from the Town's Consulting Engineers to S.F.W.M.D. covered the very matter of requirements for the one year extension of the Town's usage permit. With regard to the use of water from the C-15 Canal, the W.R.A.B. Members felt it was appropriate to look into the possibility of using this source for potable water providing it is fresh water that can be cleaned up and used as raw water by running it through the water treatment plant and providing the source is dependable. It was further noted that Mr. Lamb's letter suggested the Town work to solve their long-term water problem in three successive phases during that one year period: 1. the first four months be used • for a general study of alternatives; 2. the next two months would be for selection of procedure to be followed; and, 3. the final six months would be for design and application of selected process. Town Commission Regular Meeting Minutes July 03, 1990 Page 3 of 6 During substantial discussion of the C-15 Canal matter, it was noted that the necessary steps involved in getting that water through a piping system to be constructed to get that water to the water treatment plant and then to the residents of Town for irrigation purposes would cost in the range of four million dollars. Members stated that when Mr. Lamb was questioned with regard to the quality and quantity of the C-15 Canal water as well as South Florida Water Management District allowing the Town of Highland Beach to draw that water, Mr. Lamb replied that they would provide answers in a few weeks. When those answers are received, the Town will determine if that water can be treated and used for potable water. Chairman Keller advised the Town Commission that the W.R.A.B. made three Motions at their July 02, 1990 Special Meeting: 1. to evaluate the alternative of using water from the C-15 Canal as a raw water source for our water treating plant; 2. the W.R.A.B. Members tabled their Motion made at their Special Meeting on May 24, 1990 relating to the Town of Highland Beach pursuing a long-range potable water supply plan which shall include the use of the Floridan Aquifer with treatment by reverse osmosis to supplement or replace the existing surficial water supply, as the need arises, pending consideration of proposal for potable water service from the City of Boca Raton; and, 3. that the W.R.A.B. put a hold on further activity on the part of our Consulting Engineers to • obtain approval from Boca Raton for reverse osmosis plant at our water treatment site. Also, it was the consensus of the W.R.A.B. Membership to recommend that Town Manager Mariano determine the further costs involved to the point of bringing in the test well and testing for the reverse osmosis process. Chairman Keller noted that the W.R.A.B. has not dropped the idea of reverse osmosis. Regular Member Richard Brunton reported on the cost per gallon paid by the residents for water. It was noted that the Financial Advisory Board will be evaluating the water costs and making their recommendations to the Town Commission. Chairman Keller introduced the other Regular Members of the W.R.A.B. who were in the audience: Messrs. Irwin Rome and John Littlejohn. The Chairman, noting Regular Member Reese James is presently out of Town, extended thanks to all Members for their help with regard to the water issue. REPORTS - TOWN COMMISSION Vice Mayor Bill Paul No report. Commissioner Marvin A. Waldman Absent. Town Commission Regular Meeting Minutes July 03, 1990 Page 4 of 6 Commissioner Betty Jean Stewart Commissioner Stewart questioned the status of the "flashing" yellow light that was installed by the D.O.T. in the area of the Fire Depart- ment. Town Manager Mariano stated that the D.O.T. advised that once a caution light is installed, it must remain in the "flashing" mode. Commissioner Harold C. Chambers No report. Mayor Joseph A. Boula In his report, Mayor Boulay noted that in order to vote in the September Primary Election, anyone who has not yet registered to vote has until August 06, 1990 to do so. The Mayor, noting that at the June Workshop Meeting after the reading of a non-denominational prayer following roll call, a request for public comments was made (to date, none have been received), asked the Commission Members for their comments regarding this matter. The consensus was that this matter should be deferred to the July Workshop Meeting of the Town Commission. Mayor Boulay requested the Town Commission give some consideration with • regard to applying to South Florida Water Management District for a variance to allow car washing on Saturday or Sunday (or both days). Following a brief discussion, a MOTION was made by COMMISSIONER STEWART/ VICE MAYOR PAUL that the Town ask South Florida Water Management District to grant a variance to allow us to wash our cars on Saturday or Sunday or both days. All were in favor of said MOTION. The Town Manager will request such variance through a letter to be signed by the Mayor. The Mayor reported that he, representing the Town of Highland Beach, came in fourth in the Soap Box Derby which was held this past Saturday (June 30) at the Linton Boulevard Bridge. REPORTS - TOWN ATTORNEY No report. REPORTS - TOWN MANAGER Town Manager Mariano reported on the following bill passed by the State Legislation during their last session: 5B 562 authorizing the Depart- ment of Community Affairs to modify or waive certain local Comprehensive Planning requirements for small cities with populations of fewer than 3,500 and non-coastal counties with populations of fewer than 25,000. The Town Manager also reported that the County Commission approved a • resolution confirming its intent to acquire a 2.16 acre parcel of surplus land located behind St. Lucy's Church. The County will keep that parcel in its natural state. Town Commission Regular Meeting Minutes July 03, 1990 Page 5 of 6 Noting receipt of a Memorandum from the Community Appearance Board re- garding a proposed amendment to the Town Ordinance to require all satel- lite television antenna systems be screened from view, the Town Manager requested direction from the Town Commission. Following discussion of this matter, it was the consensus that more information is required and same should be placed on the July Workshop Meeting Agenda. REPORTS - BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Mayor Boulay advised that there was a change in the July schedule of meetings for the various Town Boards--due to the lack of an agenda, the Planning Board Meeting was cancelled. The Mayor noted the existing vacancies on the Town Boards. A MOTION by VICE MAYOR PAUL to appoint Talent Bank Applicant Jan Sheller as an Alternate Member of the Community Appearance Board failed for lack of a second . With regard to the Financial Advisory Board Regular Member vacancy, it was noted that Mr. Benjamin Cohen indicated he would like to continue serving the Town on the F.A.B. Commissioner Chambers suggested this • matter be deferred until the July Workshop Meeting. It was noted that during the month of July, the F.A.B. will be working on the 1990/91 f.y. budget . PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES None REGULAR BUSINESS Items Left Over Discussion re July Town Newsletter At the June Workshop Meeting, the Members recognized an offer by Commis- sioner Chambers to type-set the July Newsletter which copy was to be submitted to the Town Commission prior to this Regular Meeting at which meeting approval of same was to be considered. The original type-set sheet was presented to the Mayor during this discussion at which time the Vice Mayor commented that the draft prepared by the staff was adequate; it was also noted that the Newsletter should be handled internally, and, it was the consensus to place this matter on the July Workshop Meeting Agenda. Discussion re Hurricane Procedures . Following discussion of the Town Manager's Memorandum of June 28, 1990 to the Town Commission regarding Hurricane Procedures, the consensus was to have the Town Manager re-work the submitted suggestions and return same to the July Workshop Meeting for consideration. ~ v' ., Town Commission Regular Meeting Minutes July 03, 1990 • Page 6 of 6 Discussion re proposed policy for government access Channel 12 During substantial discussion of a proposed policy for government access Channel 12, as drafted by Commissioner Chambers, it was noted that the Members were not comfortable with the submitted proposal and agreed to include this matter on the July Workshop Meeting for further consideration. Discussion of proposed schedule for adoption of Land Development Regulations/Official Zoning Map (Comprehensive Plan) The Town Commission discussed a proposed schedule for adoption of Land Development Regulations/Official Zoning Map. It was noted that the first Public Hearing regarding this matter will be held on Tuesday, August 7, 1990 at 8:00 P.M. with the second Public Hearing/Special Meeting scheduled on Wednesday, August 22, 1990 at 5:01 P.M. Attorney Friedman noted that approval for Senior Planner Jim Park of Gee & Jenson to attend the July Workshop Meeting of the Town Commission is advisable. CONSENT AGENDA • None ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Town Commission at this Regular Meeting, Mayor Boulay adjourned same at 9:30 P.M. APPROVED: ~' os A. Boul Mayor ~ti~ ~ ~~~ Bill Paul, Vice Mayor (Absent) T ST: 6-w~/ ate: amk Marvin A. Waldman, Commissioner Bet n~S a t, Commissioner // /~ ~ ~ - r 1 h ers, Commissioner