1972.10.03_TC_Minutes_Regular
MINUTES• REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN COMMISSION - October 3, 1972
. The regular meeting of the Town Commission was called to order by Mayor
Horton on Tuesday, October 3, 1972 at 7:10 P.M. All Commissioners were
present except Commissioner Jurisch, who was ill.
Mayor Horton reported facts regarding the fire at the Kittle property on
Sept~nber 27th in order to clear up any misunderstanding resulting
from inaccurate press coverage.
Mayor Horton reported no decision as yet on the Town-Civic League-Urbanek,
or the 3200 Development suits.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: The Mayor explained that the bids for the new
Town Hall were higher than anticipated and so
were rejected. The architect is in the process now of redoing the plans
and preparing for re-bidding.
The Local Government Study Commission meeting on September 14th was
attended by Mayor Horton and Commissioner Joy. The Mayor said it was
an interesting and informative meeting but did not pertain to this Town.
The Mayor read a letter received from the West Palm Beach Urban Area
Transportation Study, announcing some.-anticipated changes in the 1985
highway plan. They requested information be forwarded to them for
review, which was done. ~~
• The annual convention of the Florida League of Cities on October 20th
through October 22nd in Bal Harbour was announced by Mayor Horton. He
said he and Mrs. Roberts would be attending.
Regarding the adoption of the Bel Lido sewer system, Mayor Horton stated
he has answered a letter received from Mr. Earl Totz. Since there has
not as yet been time for Mr. Totz and the Association to review the
answer, it was decided to table it until next Tuesday, when the regular
meeting will be continued.
The Mayor read a letter received from attorneys representing the S. A.
Healy Co. in Byrd Beach, requesting a rezoning from RS-1 to RM-40. He ~
then read his answer, which refers the matter to the Planning Board for
their consideration.
Mayor Horton announced appointments to the Community Appearance Board:
Mr. Thomas Walsh and Mrs. Betty Jean Stewart for two years
Messrs. Chester Drewes, Carl Shinkle and Milton Beekman
for one year, and
Messrs. Howard Williams and Jack Dorson as alternates for one year.
An organizational meeting will be called shortly.
The Mayor read correspondence pertaining. to the contract for pre-treated
sewage between the Town and Delray Beach.. The City is planning to update
• the sewage treatment facilities and wants to negotiate a reimbursement on
interest and amortization costs. Commissioner Joy moved to investigate
MINUTES: REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN COMMISSION - October 3 1972 - Pa e 2
• this further toward figuring out our share. Vice. Mayor Dent seconded
and the vote was unanimous.
Mayor Horton reminded the Commission that we must find a new Town Attorney
since our previous one was elected to a Judgeship. He stated that Mr,
Don Reed would be available and that we had received an offer to serve
us from another firm in Boca Raton. The decision was unanimous to
retain the same firm, using Mr. Reed specifically.
TAX AND FINANCE: Mr. Allen_George explained the September financial
statement. The .five monthsT deficit is $10,460.40
as compared to an anticipated $28,200.00. He added that the committee
will meet shortly to recommend the millage rate.
BUILDING: Vice Mayor Dent reported that Parker has revised
their plans several times; the Monterey Ocean
House has been given tentative site plan approval; and no action lately
at the Town Houses being constructed by CGC. He added that Mr. Gullett
has been issued a permit for a 4-Flex and the committee is holding
meetings this week on plans submitted for two more 4-Flexes. He further
stated that two residences are being built in Bel Lido, and Mrs. Burdis
plans to build only three duplexes instead of eight or ten units.
PUBLIC WORKS: Commissioner Joy said he had reported earlier on
his inspection of the Bel Lido area improvements.
• WATER & SEWER: No report.
PUBLIC HEALTH & Mrs.. Mumford read her letter and a letter from
ENVIRONMENT: Mrs. Betty Jean Stewart to the Mayor regarding
the proposed future bicycle path in Town.
Discussion followed regarding sewer completion by January 27, 1973 and the
possibility of then constructing the path..
ZONING: No report.
POLICE: No report.
Commissioner Joy moved for approval of the change order in Improvement
District No. 1 (Bel Lido). Mrs. Mumford seconded and. it was approved
unanimously. The final. reconciliation agreement from Belvedere Oonstruction
was tabled for one week.
The proposed Ordinance ##195, revising the Southern Standard Building Permit
fees, received the second reading. Commissioner Joy moved it be adopted.
Vice Mayor Dent seconded. and the vote was unanimous.
A proposed Ordinance amending~the Air Conditioning Code received a first
reading.
A proposed Ordinance amending the Electrical Code received a first reading.
• The proposed Zoning Ordiance discussion was tabled for one week.
•
r1
MINUTES: REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN COMMISSION - October 3, 1972 - Page 3.
NEW BUSINESS: There was discussion regarding the police being
familiar with the local pets. A suggestion was
to keep a list of pets and. their owners in the office.
The bills and. accounts were approved for payment.
At 10;00 P.M. the meeting was recessed until October 10th at 7:30 P.M.
APPROVED
ATTEST: ~~~,~,s~/A) , ~~~~;~,~
Town Cler c~--~ ~_
DATED: _~L ~,~~7e~
•