1986.08.05_TC_Minutes_Regular
TOWN OF .HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA
. Minutes of Meeting of Town Commission
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, August 5, 1986 1:30 P.M.
The Regular Meeting of the Town Commission was called to order in the
Town Commission Chambers by Vice Mayor Mary Louise G. Blosser in the
absence of Mayor Edward J. Sullivan. Also present were Commissioners
John J. Basso, William A. Grier and Betty Jean Stewart.
Also present were Town Attorney Thomas E. 5liney; Town Manager Hugh D.
Williams; Town Clerk Mary Ann Mariano and various members of the gen-
eral public.
The Roll Call was taken and the Pledge of Allegiance was given.
Approval of Minutes:
June 20, 1986 - Special Meeting
June 24, 1986 - Special Meeting
June 24, 1986 - Workshop Meeting
July 1, 1986 - Regular Meeting
July 7, 1986 - Special Meeting
July 17, 1986 - Special Meeting
MOTION was made by COMMISSIONER BASSO/COMMISSIONER GRIER to approves
the Minutes as submitted. This MOTION carried unanimously.
Public Comments and Requests:
None
REPORTS - TOWN COMMISSION:
Mayor Edward J. Sullivan - Absent
Vice Mayor Mary Louise G. Blosser -
The Vice Mayor noted the Budget Workshop to be held by the Town Comm-
ission to be held on August 7, 1986 at 1:391 p.m.
The Vice Mayor will put a copy of the Council of Governments Minutes
on the Clipboard for the Town Commission's information. `
The Vice Mayor requested that the Town Manager prepare a written
report on the long term requirements of the Town regarding water,
including recommendations on possible restrictions, use of interlocal`~~
agreements etc. should the in-season demand necessitate same. ~
Further, the Vice Mayor requested that the Town Attorney prepare a
report on the feasibility of a moratorium due to the fact that the
safety and welfare of residents would be at stake should a water
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shortage be faced by the Town.To be scheduled for August Workshop. ~
Commissioner John J. Basso - No report.
Commissioner William A. Grier -
Commissioner Grier noted that three letters of resignation had been `"P`
received by the Town and asked if any action should be taken on same. ~r
Mr. Williams noted that these letters would be addressed at the up- -;'~
coming budget workshop meeting.
Commissioner Betty Jean Stewart -
Commissioner Stewart noted that she would put the Minutes of the lat-
est Palm Beach Countywide Beaches and Shores Meeting on the Clipboard y,
for the Town Commissioner's information, inasmuch as she was unable to `~~'
attend same. ~~'
Proposed amendments to the beach and coastal zone requirements will be
made available to the Building Official, Town Commission and Planning ~,~
Board for consideration and comment.
• REPORTS - TOWN ATTORNEX:
The Town Attorney and Town Manager are continuing to attempt to reduce
the Camp Dresser & McKee proposal for engineering services re the
transition to the ammonia-based water treatment by undertaking some of `-~.;
the phases of the bidding procedures. ~ ~
Regarding a previous inquiry by Commissioner Grier, Attorney Sliney
gave an opinion that any bond issue or extraordinary expenditures by
the Town i.e. a new water system, would need ratification by referen-
dum. Also, the possibility of amending the Town Ordinanes in light of ;
the fee vs. tax situation with regard to sewer charges will be consid-
e r ed . _ __.___~
The Town Attorney reported that he is working with the Planning Board;C_
on matters of the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning and would address this`'
issue later in the meeting under the upcoming item on the Gee and ~~>
Jensen proposal.
Attorney Sliney indicated that he had met with the attorney for the
Fredericks property who seemed amenable to the direction which the `.
Town would like to take regarding this property. A memorandum has
been written by Mr. Sutherland regarding this property, and a Special ~~
Meeting will be held by the Planning Board on August 20, 1986 to
discuss this matter, along with the Boca Highland and Hoffman sites. '_'
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Mr. Futernick requested clarification regarding the recent ordinance
adopted by the Town requiring permitting of hotels, motels and dining
facilities, and how it relates to the Coronado Beach Club. Mr.
Futernick will be given an interpretation on this matter upon review
of the documentation.
REPORTS - TOWN MANAGER:
Mr. Williams reported that he, along with Gary Witt of Camp Dresser &
McKee met with appropriate officials of the South Florida Water Manag-
ment District and submitted the report for the installation of an
interim back-up well. The SFWMD will now have 90 days to review the `~,...-.
report, however, no problems are expected. Some of the preliminary j-~
work involving bidding will commence during this 90 day period. It was
noted that the bidding date would be targeted for mid January
operation.
The Town Manager requested that the Town Commission give consideration ~,
• to the following items which will be addressed at the budget workshop:
-If the Town is going to continue to have the rank of Lieutenant
in the Police Department, the criteria which should be used. `"=-.'~~_,
-The implementation of a policy regarding a permanent shift
should the Lieutenant rank be continued.
-Criteria to be used for promotion purposes in the Police Dept.
-Policy to be utilized in the replacement of police vehicles.
Mr. Williams stated that the budget packets would be given out to the
Town Commission on Wednesday, August 6, 1986.
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Mr. Williams asked for ratification from the Town Commission of their r~r
directive to have Gee and Jensen review the Fredericks property. This•,`'~
will be taken up later in the meeting. '~~
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With regard to the installation of an interim well to provide back up
in the Town's western wellfield, it was noted that although the Town
Commission authorized the installation of the well, formal action to
approve the engineering costs of the project had not been taken. The
engineering proposal not to exceed $24,150 was cited and MOTION was ~
made by COMMISSIONER BASSO/COMMISSIONER CRIER to approve the
engineering costs for the installation of the interim well. This fj
MOTION carried unanimously.
• REPORTS - BOARDS AND COMMITTEES:
The meeting dates of the various Town Boards were published.
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PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES:
1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA
PROVIDING FOR REGULATION OF HELICOPTERS WITHIN OR
OVER THE TOWN.
A recommendation had been made at the July Workshop Meeting to table
this proposed ordinance to an indefinite time, and therefore, a MOTION
was made by Commissioner Basso to do so, however, Commissioner Grier
stated his opinion that the present ordinance which cites
"emergencies" was not adequate to take care of the Town's needs.
Commissioner Grier further noted that he did not feel that construc-
tion or repair work fit into the category of "emergencies", and felt
that the Town should issue permits which would require proof of
licensed pilots as well as assuring liability insurance was adequate.
Attorney Sliney again noted his concern regarding safety factors and
the qualifications of staff to judge same. Commissioner Basso withdrew
his previous MOTION and this matter was referred to the August
Workshop for further discussion.
2. AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA,
AMENDING CHAPTER 7, SECTION 7-1.1 ENTITLED "AMENDMENTS
TO STANDARD BUILDING CODE" TO ADOPT THE 1985 EDITION
OF THE STANDARD BUILDING CODE.
This ordinance was read by title and referred to the August Workshop.
3. AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA,
AMENDING CHAPTER 19, ENTITLED "PLUMBING CODE",SECTION
19-1 ENTITLED "STANDARD PLUMBING CODE - ADOPTION", TO
ADOPT THE 1985 EDITION OF THE STANDARD PLUMBING CODE.
This ordinance was read by title and referred to the August Workshop.
4. AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA,
AMENDING CHAPTER 8, ENTITLED "AIR CONDITIONING CODE",
SECTION 3-1.1 ENTITLED "SAME - AMENDMENTS, DELETIONS
AND ADDITIONS" TO ADOPT THE 1985 EDITION OF THE STANDARD
MECHANICAL CODE.
This ordinance was read by title and referred to the August Workshop.
5. AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA
AMENDING ORDINANCE N0. 528 WHICH APPROPRIATED FUNDS
FOR FISCAL YEAR L985/86 WHICH BEGAN OCTOBER 1, 1985
AND ENDS ON SEPTEMBER 30, 1986.
This ordinance was read by title and referred to the August Workshop.
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6. AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA,
TO EFFECT A TAX LEVY BASED UPON THE 1986 TAX ROLL OF
THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH.
This ordinance was read by title and referred to the August Workshop.
7. AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA,
APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1986-87,
BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 1986 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 3P1, 1987.
This ordinance was read by title and referred to the August Workshop.
REGULAR BUSINESS:
A) CONSENT AGENDA - Re-scheduling of September 2, 1986
Regular Meeting to Friday, September 5, 1986 at 1:3P! p.m.
MOTION was made by COMMISSIONER STEWART/COMMISSIONER BASSO to approve
the Consent Agenda, which MOTION carried unanimously.
B) ITEMS LEFT OVER -
. 1. Discussion re "no parking signs" for Town rights-of-way.
Signs posting the Town's ordinance prohibiting parking on the public
rights-of-way have received a favorable recommendation from the
Community Appearance Board and will be installed within two weeks.
2. Proposal by Gee and Jensen to review Milani and Steinhardt sites.
MOTION was made at this time by COMMISSIONER STEWART/C'OMMISSIONER ,;,"
BA5S0 to ratify the directive of the Town Commission in authorizing
Gee and Jensen to review the Fredericks property. This MOTION carried ~_..
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unanimously. I. ,.M,
With regard to the Byrd Beach parcels (Fredericks/Sunrise property),
the Town Attorney advised that subsequent to getting approval from the
Town for expansion plans on the west side, the property owners
experienced internal problems which culminated in the withdrawal of
those plans. The Planning Board will meet on August 2P! with a view
toward making a zoning determination on this, as well as the Boca
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Highland and Hoffman properties.
With regard to the present request of the Planning Board to authorize
Gee and Jensen to review the Milani and Steinhardt properties, it is ~;',,.
the consensus of the Town Commission to hold off on any other individ-'
ual properties until an overall zoning review is done of the entire ~~
Town. Vice Mayor Blosser noted the Town's reluctance to review any ~~,~
single properties in order to avoid any "spot zoning" problems.
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The Town Manager noted that the state mandates that the Town's overall ~
plan be reviewed by 1988, however, it was the consensus of the Town
Commission that a review be done as soon as possible without waiting
for the state deadline. Mr. Williams will include adequate funding in
the 1986/87 fiscal year budget to provide for such review and report
on same during the budget workshop.
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3. Discussion re funds payable to the Town by Mr. Jarrett.
It was the consensus of the Town Commission to allow Mr. Jarrett to
pay these fines in three monthly installments along with appropriate
interest and fees.
C) Bills for Approval
The following Bills for approval were submitted:
All-Rite Engineering Contractors $ 3,613.81
Cherokee Petroleum Equipment, Tnc. 3,448.00
TOTAL ............................... $ 7,061.81
• MOTION was made by COMMISSIONER STEWART/COMMISSIONER BASSO to approve
the Bills as submitted. This MOTION carried unanimously.
A letter from Darby and Way (dated 8/4/86) to Camp Dresser & McKee
regarding the contingency plan for water supply should the need arise
during the dredge and fill operation on the Hoffman site was noted. A ` "
bond in the amount of $250,000 was also proposed by Darby and Way as ~;-
insurance against any damage to the Town's water line. Mr. Williams ~:
stated that according to his information, it would take at least five
days to repair any damage to the Intracoastal line, during which time, ;
a finished water product can be provided by Boca Raton and Delray
Beach.
A letter from Harry B. Smith, Attorney for Philip Colman dated July
21, 1986 was cited. Mr. Smith was advising the Town that Mr. Colman ,;s`
had purchased the Ocean Terrace property and was continuing with the
existing litigation in the courts, and requesting that the Town advise ~~'f-
of its position. It was the consensus of the Town Commission that the ,:~,
Town's position had not changed on this issue and that Mr. Smith be so\`=--r
advised. Attorney Sliney will reply to the letter.
There being no further business, this meeting was adjourned at 2:30
p.m.
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APPROVED:
ward J. Sull
Mary„~oui~e ,G:
Mayor
loser, Vice Mayor
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Jr6hpl J. ~~so, C issioner
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William A. Gri , Commissioner
Bett Jean Stewart, Commissioner
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