1973.12.04_TC_Minutes_Regularr'
. MINUTES: Regular Meetin of the Town Commission, December 4, 1973
Mayor Horton called the meeting to order at 7:05 P.M.
Present were: Mayor Horton, Vice Mayor Dent and Commissioners
Gilday and Mumford.
Absent: Commissioner Joy.
The Mayor gave a brief resume of actions and/or discussions which
are described in Minutes of Meetings of November 6, 8, 21, 27 and
December 4, 1973. These minutes as written were approved, the
motion was offered by Commissioner Gilday, seconded by Vice Mayor
Dent and all members of the Commission present.
Mayor Horton confirmed the date of the Dedication Ceremonies, to be
put into the Monthly Bulletin, that invitations to VIP's were to
be readied and the formal approval was given by motion offered by
Vice Mayor Dent, seconded by Commissioner Mumford and the unanimous
approval of the Commission.
Discussion took place regarding the next regular meeting: The first
Tuesday in January is a Legal Holiday; therefore by voice vote of
• Vice Mayor Dent, seconded by Commissioner Gilday and all members
voting aye, it was the consensus of the Commission to hold the next
Regular Meeting on January 8, 1974.
Mayor Horton advised that the Charter Revision Committee has had two
meetings, the first was an organizational one, the second meeting
assigned members to one of three groups each group was given an
assignment and the next meeting of this Committee is scheduled for
Wednesday, December 12.
The Mayor informed the Commission that he had received a letter of
resignation, effective immediately from Mr. Ralph Walton, Chairman of
the Planning and Zoning Board. Another letter dealing with required
appointment for the Board of Adjustment and a request from the Chairman,
Mr. Herbert Watson ,advising that he wished to be replaced was also
read. Commissioner Gilday offered an amended motion, seconded by
Commissioner Mumford and all members of the Commission concurred that
these resignations be accepted but that both men be asked to remain
until their successors be appointed and/or matters before their boards
be completed.
Mayor Horton pointed out that this i
..personnel. The Post Office business
than last year; however he explained
those of a sub-station, and the fee
operation. The Town subsidizes this
fence of its residents.
s the busy time for the Post Office
is booming, selling more stamps
that the post office facilities are
received does not suffice for its
facility for the benefit and conven-
Re ular Meeting of the Town Commission, December 4, 1973 - Page 2.
• A letter from Widdersum & Associates regarding Lot No. 106 was read by
the Mayor. In effect, they stated that they may require additional
time for their building permit. The Vice Mayor pointed out that the
proposed amendment to Ordinance No. 213, which is scheduled for a
second reading, would resolve this matter. of the Legislative Delegation
/on December 19,
The Mayor also read a communication regarding a meeting in West
Palm Beach for purpose of considering requests for proposed legislation.
Taxes and Finance - Chairman Ben Abbott, absent.
Mayor Horton advised that the statements show operations, to date;
and that the major portion of tax revenues would be received in December
and January.
Building Report
Vice Mayor Dent informed the Commission that the Board of Adjustment
is scheduled to hold hearings of petitions submitted by Wiedersum &
Associates, Parker Properties and Harold Shaw, Public Hearings are
scheduled for December 27 at 2:30 P.M. and January 10, at 3:00 P.M.
He also advised that a joint meeting of the Planning and Zoning Board
and the Board of Adjustment is scheduled for Thursday, December 13 at
• 4:00 P.M. relative to such hearings. He further advised that Parker
Properties (of Florida) are requesting permission to take soil tests
for Lot 13(a) and a permit to erect a structure on the East portion
of Lot 13 for a sales model. They will be informed of the procedures
to be taken before these matters can be approved by the Commission.
The Vice Mayor suggested that an ordinance be prepared for the considera-
tion of the Commission which would amend Section 9.2(b) of Chapter 30,
Zoning Code, and that the Town Attorney be informed of .this request.
He offered a motion that an amendment also be made to the Zoning Ordinance
regarding the notification to nearby owners should be; property owners
within 300 feet and Commissioner Gilday seconded the motion. All members
of the Commission requested that this motion be submitted to the Planning
and Zoning Board. (Letter of December 3 had suggested 500 feet)..
to the Town Commission
Vice Mayor Dent inquired as to the receipt of recommendations /from
the Planning and Zoning Board regarding the proposed RPUD project of
Oliver-Hoffmann Corp. The Town Administrator advised she has not
received any communications relative thereto.
The Vice Mayor then referred to Chapter 21 of the Code of Ordinances,
Section I - d - 4 regarding seawalls. In response to the requests of
• Wiedersum & Associates and Mr. Shaw he offered a motion to approve that
their seawalls could be built in a straight line to join the existing
seawalls of Highland Towers and .Penthouse Towers, and that such approval
Regular Meetin of the Town Commission, December 4, 1973 - Page 3.
. does not permit the buildings to be less than 30 feet east of the seawall.
Commissioner Gilday seconded the motion and Mayor Horton, Vice Mayor Dent
and Commissioners Gilday and Mumford voted their approval.
Vice Mayor Dent summarized actions taken by the Moratorium Variance Board
in a meeting held November 20 regarding Boca-Hi and Oliver-Hoffmann Corp.
Commissioner Gilday pointed out that the approvals given were to qualify
that the applications were timely, it does not grant a building permit.
Public Works, Water & Sewage - Commissioner Joy, absent.
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Ms. Roberts advised that/the Interim Treatment Sewer Plant, she had been
advised by Mr. Klinck of Russell & Axon that a request for bids has been
sent to about twenty, firms.
Waterwa Crossin
Two firms G.W. Martin and Qualmann have been contacted to submit bids
for the ign needed on the .Z ntracoastal and she will inform the Commission
as soon as she receives same.
Public Health and Environment
Commissioner Mumford advised that she and her Committee are working
• diligently for the forthcoming dedication ceremonies and that she
has also made an extensive review of the plants which will be used in
the landscaping of the Municipal buildings. She trusts the Commission
and residents will be pleased with the xesults.
Police and Legal
Commissioner Gilday advised that the Police Dept. and the Municipal Court i
are both running smoothly. Chief Jones has issued instructions to his
staff which will reduce the use of gasoline while maintaining the interests
of the residents. He also informed the Commission that the Officer Refresher
Course for Career Development taken by Officers Giordano and Riley at the
P~.lm Beach Junior College °.:~rta.s satisfactorily completed, by both men.
The Commissioner briefed the Commission as to the disposition of the cita-
tion issued to Mr. Totz as the Liason Officer of the Highland Beach Ambassa-
dors Corp. (Violations of Ordinance-No. 28-1/2 - 15 and 33 on Lot 29).
Plannin and Zonin
Vice Chairman Kemery advised of a meeting held on November 7 for Oliver-
Hoffmann Corp. and that suggested changed had been agreed to, in writing.
The Board was preparing their recommendations to the Commission.
Community Appearance Board
• Ms. Stewart stated that she had viewed the work of Holiday Inn and while
this was to be finished in two phases, there appeared to be some doubt
that all of phase I was completed. Her committee is also holding a
special meeting on December 6, and they would discuss this matter.
Regular Meeting of the Town Commission, December 4, 1973 - Page 4.
At the Mayor's suggestion, future minutes will have the Board of
Adjustment report. (This Board will become active in the near future.)
Town Administrator's Report
Ms. Roberts advised of the following notices received from the State's
Dept. of Pollution Control, these notices will be put on the bulletin
board, main lobby: December 18, Tallahassee - F/Y 75 Priority System
for funding sewage treatment facilities; and on December 21 in Miami,
Certification of water quality on certain projects.
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A letter from J. W. Thu s, Direct~of Palm Beach County Mosquito Control
was read and discuss~ollowed. This problem, it was said, should
be partially corrected when Parker fills their lot.
She also advised of her receipt of a communication from the Dept. of the
Army, Jacksonville District, Corps of Engineers: Application for Mr.
August Urbanek to construct a bulkhead, marginal wharf, four catwals,
and four mooring piles, etc, Mayor Horton requested the lot numbers
be put on the advice before it is posted on the bulletin board.
• The Florida League of Cities is requesting Muncipalities to advise of
actions being taken to reduce fuel consumption. Ms. Roberts will respond.
Commissioner Gilday suggested that her reply incorporate the measures
taken by the Police Dept.
A letter from Donna Cotton, Coordinator of the South Palm Beach County
ERA was read, also a resolution from the Florida League of Cities
urging the levying of a Permissive resort tax, copies to be furnished to
the Commission for their review and advice.
The Town Administrator informed the Commission of other resolutions
received from the City of Boynton requesting .the support to defeat
regionalism and the repeal of the Florida State Multi-County Planning
Commissions Act of 1973. Another resolution dealing with chorine
shortage was not read. Mayor Horton advised that this had been foreseen
and ample provisions made.
The Mayor suggested that the Town Commission meet with the Planning and
Zoning Board to discuss the beary Report. It was the Commission's request
that a Special Meeting be called for Tuesday, December 11 at 7:30 P.M.,
with advice to all members.
• A first reading was given to a proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 7,
Buildings.
On the motion of Commissioner Gilday, seconded by Vice Mayor Dent, the
second reading of the ordinance to amend Seavz~lls, Bulkheads, and
Retaining Walls, was tabled, with the concurrence of the Commission.
• Regular Meetin of the Town Commission, December 4, 1973 - Page 5.
Ordinance No. 219 - Amendment to the Fire Code.
The second reading of the amendment to the fire ordinance and attesting
to proof of publication, on a motion offerred by Vice Mayor Dent and
seconded by Commission Gilday, with Mayor Horton, Vice Mayor Dent and
Commissioners Gilday and Mumford all voting in favor, this was
adopted. The ordinance was passed, to be immediately effective.
Ordinance No. 220 - Amendment to certain portions of ordinance of
the Moratorium Variance Board (No. 213)
This also had a second reading, and proof of publication. Vice Mayor
Dent made the motion for adoption, seconded by Commissioner Gilday
and Mayor Horton, Vice Mayor Dent and Commissioners Gilday and Mumford
all voted: aye.
Resolution No. 237
with a copy to be sent to his widow, this resolution honors Fire
Marshall Ulrich. Commissioner Gilday offered the motion for approval,
Commissioner Mumford seconded and it was unanimously approved by the
• members of the Commission present.
Resolution No. 238 -(Amends No. 216 - Municipal Judge)
The approval of this resolution was on the motion of Commissioner Gilday
seconded by the Vice Mayor and agreement of the .members of the Commission
present.
Unfinished business - Request for fill permit by Messrs. Shaw and Zebarth.
Matter continued in abeyance as data required to be furnished not yet
received.
New business - Commission advised that reports had been received of the
untidy condition of the Water Well property of the Town. The Town
Administrator reported on this matter and she is attending to having
the condition corrected.
Bills were presented and approved for payment.
The meeting was adjourned
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MINUTES: SPECIAL MEETING OF THE TOWM COMMISSION - December 4, 1973
This meeting was called by Mayor Horton and Commissioners Gilday and
Joy for purpose of discussing the contract of the Highland Beach
Utility Company.
Mayor Horton called the meeting to order of 9:x+0 a.m., present were
Mayor Horton, Vice Mayor Dent, and Commissioners Gilday and Mumford.
Commissioner Joy was absent, Also in attendance were Town Attorney,
Thomas E. Sliney and Engineer Joe Swann represented Russell & Axon,
the Town's Consulting Engineers,
Mayor Horton referred to the Workshop meeting of November 21, 1973,
at which time the Commission met, informally, with Mr. August Urbanek.
Mr. Urbanek presented certain documents and gave reasons as to why
laterals are not included in the Highland Beach utility Co.'s plans.
The mayor also read a portion of the Memorandum of the File dated
November 23, 1973, copy attached (The memo referred to is attached
and a part of the Minutes). In response to inquiries from the
Commission, Mr, Swann gave detailed explanations of Revisions I and
II to the plans which occurred in October 1969. A lengthy discussion
took place.
It was the consensus of the Commission that Mr. Urbanek be requested
to again meet with the Commission regarding substantiation of con-
tractual arrangements, Mr, Sliney would write to Mr, Urbanek and
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• arrange a mutually agreeable time for the further discussions of
this matter.
The special meeting was adjourned at 11:10 a.m..
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