1982.12.07_TC_Minutes_Regular
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TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA
Minutes of Meeting of the Town Commission
REGULAR MEETING
December 7, 1982 1.30 P M
Mayor Horton called the Regular
in attendance were: Mayor Lour
Blosser, and Commissioners John
Walker. Also in attendance were
Thomas E. Sliney, Town Attorney;
Ebersole, Deputy Town Clerk.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
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Meeting to order at 1:30 P.M. Those
Y. Horton, Vice Mayor Mary Louise G.
J. Basso, Edward J. Sullivan and Harry
Elaine W. Roberts, Town Manager;
Lieutenant William Cecere; and Rita
Public Hearing and Special Meeting
workshop Meeting
Regular Meeting
Special Meeting
Workshop & Moratorium Variance Appeals Bd.
Public Hearing and Special Meeting
Special Meeting
Regular Meeting
Moratorium Variance Appeals Board
and Special Meeting
MOTION by Commissioner Walker/Vice Mayor Blosser that the minutes be
approved as written. Without objection, the minutes were approved.
3. Approval of M
September 28,
September 28,
October 5,
October 19,
October 26,
October 26,
October 28,
November 3,
November 16,
4. Public Requests and Comments
Mayor Horton reviewed the unfortunate events of December 1, 1982,
saying that we all deplore the fact that a visitor drowned and
one of our residents, Mr. Stutting, put his life on the line in
his rescue attempts.
Special note was made of those who participated in the rescue
efforts along with our Police Department, namely Lieutenant
Emerson and Mike Sedgewick of the Del Trail Highland Beach
Station; Delray paramedics Bernie Paul and Robert Moreland;
Delray Head Lifeguard Bob Barron; and Lifeguards James Chell, and
Wayne Burton. The Town is grateful for their effort.
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Mayor Horton read two letters he had received; one from William
A. Grier of Ambassadors East and one from Mr. Firstenburg,
President of the Ambassadors East Condominium Association.
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Both letters contained meaningful suggestions and will be
forwarded to the Police Department and the Police Committee
for their recommendations and further action.
Mayor Horton then opened the Meeting to Public Comments asking
that they be constructive in nature.
Mr. Lowell Blum, Chairman of the Police Committee gave his
report on an investigation into the matter.
Mrs. Doris Rome, Member of the Community Appearance Board;
Bill Burson of Southern Bell; Chief Everett Frye of Del Trail;
and Lieutenant Emerson and Mike Sedgewick of Del Trail were all
heard and thanked for their remarks.
Mayor Horton said all suggestions have been noted by the Police
Department and the Police Committee and will receive their
attention.
Mr. Bill Burson, District Manager for Southern Bell, requested
Town approval for the leasing of a piece of property behind
Town Hall approximately 36' x 20' for the purpose of housing
sophisticated communication equipment which would service
Highland Beach residents. He also requested use of an easement
to run the lines for this equipment.
After some discussion, it was decided to put this item on the
Workshop Agenda for December 28, 1982.
Michael Dent, resident, spoke about the value of the Police
Committee and the suit against John O'Grady.
5. Reports - Boards and Committees
(a) Board of Adjustment - there is one vacancy on this Board
and their next meeting is scheduled
for January 1983.
(b) Code Enforcement Bd.- this Board recommended the reappoint-
ment of Mr. Chironna and Mr. Paul.
MOTION by Commissioner Basso/Commissioner Sullivan. to reappoint
• Mr. Chironna and Mr. Paul for another term. All voted Aye.
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(c) Community Appearance Board - Mrs. Leng, Chairperson, gave
the Commission an update on
the activities of this Board. She especially pointed out
the dangerous condition existing at Boca Hi entrance.
Apparently DOT approved the entrance, Mrs. Roberts said.
Mayor Horton said the Town has asked Earl Harvel for
suggestions re relocation of path. Mrs. Leng felt the gate
should be closed for safety until a solution is found.
Commissioner Basso said something should be done forcibly.
The Town should propose an ordinance limiting bike speed
to 10 mph on the walking bike path. The path should be
made safe.
Mayor Horton requested that Vice Mayor Blosser arrange a
meeting with Mr. Delaney, Fran Hamzik and Mrs. Leng to
solve this problem. Mrs. Roberts will also attend.
Mrs. Leng said the CAB is trying to regulate the number of
of flags in Town. The rule is usually one American flag
and one State flag every 100 ft.
(d) Financial Advisory Board - A letter of resignation was
received from Mr. Harold Storm
and a recommendation was made to
appoint Edward Davis as member.
MOTION was made by Commissioner Basso/Commissioner Walker to accept
the resignation of Harold Storm and appoint Edward Davis as a regular
member. All agreed.
Mrs. Roberts reported that the FAB will have a preliminary
review of the Audit report on December 8, 1982.
(e) Health Officer - No report.
(f) Housing Board of Adjustment & Appeals - The next meeting of
this Board will be held
January, 1983.
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(g) Planning Commission - This Commission recommended that Irving
Saunders be appointed a regular member
and D r. Linn be appointed Alternate #l.
MOTION was made by Commissioner Basso/Vice Mayor Blosser to appoint
Mr. Saunders a regular member and Dr. Linn to Alternate #l. All agreed.
Mrs. Roberts said the Planning Commission has a meeting scheduled
for December 15th to review the Zoning Amendments and a Public
Hearing scheduled for December 30th at 1 P.M. re the Comprehensive
Plan.
(h) Police Committee - Mr. Blum reported that the Police Committee
had made the requested changes in the Police
Resolution. This will be on the agenda for the next Workshop
Meeting on December 28th.
Mr. Blum distributed copies of the revised Resolution as well
as a comparison study showing the possibility of a Lieutenant
making less money than a Patrolman with the Over Maximum
Increase. Commissioner Walker asked the Town Manager to review
this item.
Mr. Blum suggested that the Town purchase a four-wheel drive
Suzuki vehicle for beach patrol. He also recommended that
the Town send a letter to all the condominiums to have lines,
ropes, and buoys available for beach emergencies.
All agreed this was a fine suggestion and Mayor Horton
volunteered to write the letter.
Mr. Blum then gave his opinion that reports should be made
only by a Policeman and no one else should make notations
on same.
6. Proposed Ordinances - First Reading
(a) Proposed Ordinance No. - An ordinance of the Town of
Highland Beach, Florida
amending. the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Highland
Beach, Chapter 21, entitled "Seawalls, Bulkheads and
• Retaining Walls," Section 21-1 and 21-3.
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(b) Proposed Ordinance No. - An ordinance of the Town of
Highland Beach, Florida,
amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 11, Section 11-2
entitled "Storage and Collection," and Chapter 11,
Section 11-9, entitled "Removal of refuse and trash from
premises."
7. (a) Proposed Ordinance No. - An ordinance of the Town of
Highland Beach, Florida
amending the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Highland
Beach, Section 22-2, entitled "Sewer Service Charges."
(b) Proposed Ordinance No. - An ordinance of the Town of
Highland Beach, Florida,
amending the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Highland
Beach, Chapter 3-l, entitled "Standard Mechanical Code
Adoption."
• (c) Proposed Ordinance No. - An Ordinance of the Town of
Highland Beach, Florida,
amending the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Highland
Beach, Section 10-1, entitled "National Fire Code."
(d) Proposed Ordinance No. - An ordinance of the Town of
Highland Beach, Florida,
amending the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Highland
Beach, Section 12-1, entitled "Southern Gas Code."
(e) Proposed Ordinance No. - An ordinance of the Town of
Highland Beach, Florida,
amending the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Highland
Beach, Section 19-1, entitled "Plumbing Code Adoption."
All of the above Proposed Ordinances were read by Title only
by Mayor Horton constituting a first reading.
8. Reports - Town Commission
(a) Mayor Horton - Mayor Horton reported that we are ready
and waiting to hear from Mr. Huddleston
of Delray Beach regarding a meeting concerning the Sewer
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(b) Vice Mayor Blosser - Vice Mayor Blosser expressed her
concern about the Coronado changing
the name of its club. Since they also have a development
in Boca Raton, there is a possibility they intend to let
both developments use the Club in Highland Beach.
Tom Sliney said this would violate our zoning. He will
look into the matter and probably send a letter putting
them on notice that this could be a violation of our
zoning.
(c) Commissioner Basso - No report.
(d) Commissioner Sullivan - Commissioner Sullivan felt the
Town should (1) send a letter
of commendation to Mr. Stutting for valor and (2)
Nominate him for a Public Service award.
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Discussion ensued for some time and the consensus was
to draw up a Resolution commending Mr. Stutting.
(e) Commissioner Walker - No report.
9. Reports - Town Attorney
Tom Sliney reported that the Insurance Co. had settled the
Regency Case. The Company will pay them $1,250.
After some discussion regarding the Ocean Properties case,
it was decided to Workshop this item.
Regarding the CATV matter, Mr. Sliney is in possession of
a Certificate of good standing from Kentucky and a State of
Florida qualif ication to do business. He said there is
absolutely no change, it is strictly a corporate form.
However, Commissioner Basso felt additional documents should
be provided. After some discussion,
Commissioner Sullivan MOVED to give approval, subject to receiving
the additional items specified by Counsel. MOTION was seconded by
Vice Mayor Blosser and all agreed.
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Mr. Sliney advised that the Town Ground Lease must be
changed from agreement between the Town and the Partnership
to agreement between the Town and the Corporation.
A five minute recess was called at 4:30 P.M. and the meeting
reconvened at 4:35 P.M.
Mr. Sliney read the following emergency ordinance in full after
Mrs. Roberts advised that the expiration date of the present
Emergency Ordinance is December 26, 1982.
Emergency Ordinance No.
Section 22-2 of the Code
Beach, Florida, entitled
Legislative findings of
and purpose of this act:
for an effective date.
- An Emergency Ordinance of the Town
of Highland Beach, amending
of Ordinances of the Town of Highland
"Sewer Service Charges"; making
fact; declaring the Legislative intent
Declaring an Emergency and providing
MOTION was made by Commissioner Sullivan/Mayor Horton to approve this
Emergency Ordinance as read. In polling the Commission the vote was
as follows: Commissioner Basso - Aye; Commissioner Walker - Aye;
Vice Mayor Blosser - Aye; Commissioner Sullivan - Aye; and Mayor Horton -
Aye.
10. Town Manager Reports
Mrs. Roberts reported the following meetings during the
month of November: Palm Beach County Municipal League and
Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council. Other meetings
were with Boards; Committees; Ad hoc Committee re sewer
charges; Camp, Dresser & McKee; City Managers; Financial
Advisory Board, Atlantic Bank representative; Pignato
Accounting firm representive; Equitable Group Insurance
representative and C.D.C.
Mrs. Roberts has submitted two detailed written reports
to the Commission regarding the drowning of Dec. 1, 1982.
Some of the correspondence handled this month was to and
from Insurance carriers regarding insurance for private
• vehicles used for Town business; University of Florida
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concerning the population count; Dr. Freedman's complaint
re Boca Hi vacant land; approval from the State Department
of Natural Resources re Walle seawall; copy of letter from
St. Lucy's Church to Department of Transportation requesting
flashing lights.
Mrs. Roberts also attended a Dual Tax and Road & Bridge suits
meeting on Nov. 18th in Boynton; Palm Beach County Legislative
Delegation meeting on November 22nd and will be attending
a Water Management District meeting on December 8th. Bernice
Smith attended a meeting at Palm Beach Junior College re
Introduction to the telephone system in a deregulated
environment on Nov. 30, 1982.
Mrs. Roberts announced that filing for Homestead Exemption
will be held on January 17th, 1983 at Highland Beach Town
Hall.
• Building Department - Mrs. Roberts reported that a demolition
permit was issued for the Maravilla Sub-division (Healy
residence) and guest facility on east side; Heritage Hogoheegee
Inc. property, lots 16 & 17 on Russell Dr. have completed
work on schedule as per agreement with Town; Beachwalk West,
Lot 102 West will apply for permits totaling $23,894.75 .within
a few days; owner of Connaught, Lot 71 West will submit prints ~~
for approval by the Variance Moratorium Board; constructi~o._n~~-•--'~ :I,
at Highlands Place is dormant; permits have been reissued for
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Hidden Harbor Clubhouse, Lot 69/70 East and construction
expected to start the first of the year.
Excessive beach erosion has been encountered from lots 12
through 21 East and Mr. Taylor of DNR has been notified.
Mrs. Roberts reported that Fran Hamzik and Tony Abbate
attended an Energy Code Seminar on December 6, 1982.
Finance Department and Internal Audit Department
Monies collected during the month include: Sales tax -
$4,097 with newest forecast of $57,003 vs. budgeted $56,947;
• Taxes - $65,797; Occupational Licenses (County) $8,412 vs.
budgeted $3,000; F.P.L. through 9/82 - $13,358; Court through
10/82 - $166; Probation & Parole - $500; Sewer Account
Investment $534.
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The preliminary audit will be reviewed by the Financial
Advisory Board, Finance Department and Internal Auditor
with the Auditors and Mrs. Roberts on December 8, 1982.
Maintenance Department
Mrs. Roberts reported that the Maintenance Department is
starting on Christmas decorations for the Town Hall.
Police Department
Mrs. Roberts advised that the Chief is on vacation; the
monthly report was received; C.D.C. met on November 30th
and Officer Zaletta started work for the Town on November
22, 1982.
Public Utilities & Works
• Mrs. Roberts said it is her intention to appoint Joe Moss
as Director of Public Utilities at a salary of $24,000 per
annum. He has been doing a fine job. She will work with
him on job descriptions. Mrs. Roberts reported water usage
for November at 25,000,000 gallons.
Mayor Horton was at the Water Plant Sunday morning and he
was very disappointed to find everything .open and. no o r:~~-=--------'
in attendance. Mrs. Roberts will look into the matter`~~ ~'
correct the situation.
11. Regular Business (Consent Agenda)
82.42 - Water Treatment Plant - Approval of Salary Schedule
and Plan of Organization.
82.86 Taping of Meetings - only for Town Commission, Board of
Adjustment, Community Appearance Board, Code Enforcement
Board and Planning Commission.
82.89 - Approval of Expenditure from Utilities Connection
Fees for truck for maintenance department - $8,528.50
• 82.92 - Approval of approximately $6,250 for Water Treatment
Plant improvements.
MOTION was made by Commissioner Sullivan/Vice Mayor Blosser to approve
the above four items on the Consent Agenda. All voted Aye.
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11. Regular Business (Bills for Approval)
Mrs. Roberts presented the following bills for approval:
Argo Uniforms (Police Uniforms)
City of Boca Raton
Harvel & Deland (Boca/Highland Beach
Interconnect)
Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Co.
Ellis K. Phelps & Co.
(Flygt Pump - Sewer System)
Turner Nursery & Landscape Co.
(28 trees for Greening of AlA
J. Williams Pump Service
(Repairs - Water Plant)
G1 I t~+v .c'1 _ r_T.~'~rr~QP~
Mares Louise G. Blosser, Vice Mayor
MOTION was made by Commissioner Basso/Walker to approve the above
listed expenditures. All voted Aye.
• MOTION was made by Commissioner Basso/Vice Mayor Blosser to adjourn
the meeting. All agreed. Time - 5:10 P.M
APPROVED:
Louis Orton, Mayor
ATTEST - ~//~ ~'
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Deputy Town Clerk
Date - ~G~c.~C.Q~ y /fj /9~.~
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555.10
1, 481.37
2,020.00
11,000.00
7,000.00
5,505.00
1, 206.60
$ 28,767.77
so, Comm~jssioner
Edwa Sul K Commissioner
Harry Wa er, Commissioner
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