1973.10.02_TC_Minutes_Regular
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MINUTES: The Regular Meeting of the Town Commission - October 2, 1973,
called to order by Mayor Horton at 7:05 P.M.
Present: .All members of the Commission: Mayor Horton, Vice Mayor Dent,
and Commissioners Gilday, Joy and Mumford.
Mayor Horton called on Mr. Al de Clerq, the Assistant Fire Marshall, to
speak on the proposed ordinance which would provide for Automatic
Fire Sprinkler Systems and additional requirements for new construction.
A lengthy discussion ensued. It was determined that Section 3, of the
proposed ordinance which had a first reading on September 4, 1973, be
tabled and be discussed at the next workshop meeting. All other provisions
of the ordinance were approved as stated. Accordingly, ORDINANCE No. 216,
which amends Section 1. D of Ordinance No. 206 - provides for Automatic
Fire Sprinkler Systems was adopted on the motion offered by Commissioner
Gilday and seconded by Vice Mayor Dent, and approved by Mayor Horton,
Vice Mayor Dent and Commissioners Gilday, Joy and Mumford.
The Commission then listened to the presentation of Mr. Conrad Pickel
who presented his ideas and a sketch for a Glass enclosure to surround
the water tower, and that floor areas to be used for other purposes.
He showed the Commission and residents in attendance a concrete square
containing various colored glass and described its thickness, etc. The
• local papers have carried several articles of his presentation. Since
the cost estimates were vaguely in the neighborhood of $300,000 or more,
no action was taken.
As a representative of the Town's Consulting Engineers, Russell & Axon,
Mr. Joe Swann was in .attendance to hear the decision of the Commission
and assist them relative to bids received on the Water System Improvement
Project. (The minutes of September 21 give full details on this matter).
With exception, Commissioner Joy offered the motion to adopt the
recommendations of Russell & Axon as set forth in their letter of
October 2, and to award to low bidders the B and C portions of the project
(including the bicycle path) for a total cost of $714,306.00. This motion
was seconded by Commissioner Gilday. Mayor Horton, Vice Mayor Dent and
Commissioners Gilday, Joy and Mumford all voted in the affirmative.
It was agreed by the Commission that no action would be taken with respect
to Part A of the project which is the Waterway Crossing--line under the
Intracoastal Waterway. This portaot~ of the project will be resubmitted
for bids in approximately six to eight weeks as a reduction in cost is
projected by the Consulting Engineers.
A representative of Pittsburgh Des Moines Steel Co. was also in attendance
and he answered questions about the Hydo-pillar tower (water tower) and
a model is in Town Hall.
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• The Mayor requested that the minutes be read: Minutes of Meetin s of
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September 5, 7, 11 and 21, they were approved as read.
Executive Dept. Mayor Horton advised that the Town's Attorney will review
the Highland Beach Utility Contract and report his findings.
On behalf of the Town's employees and residents, he thanked the Chief of
Police, Kenneth Jones and his lovely wife for the stately bamboo plant
presented to Town Hall.
The Mayor advised that the folowing require consideration of the Commission:
The resignation of Lt. Col. Francis M. Johnson as Vice Chairman of the
Board of Adjustment; the appointment to fill this un-expired terms which
is valid to Dec. 4, 1975 to be Mr. Wm. Wernecke of Seagate and that his
appointment be a regular member; further that George K. Whyte be approved
as an Alternate of the Board of Adjustment; in addition to these vacancies,
the Mayor advised that the Chairman of the Community Appearance Board
requested that Mr. Beekman's term be extended. (Record to show extended i
to Oct. 1, 1975). Commissioner Gilday offered the motion to approve the
foregoing appointments, et al, and Commissioner Joy seconded, all members
of the Commission voiced their agreement. ,
• Mayor Horton announced that work has begun for the rennovating of the
Police Dept. quarters and when both Municipal buildings are complete, the
definitive date will be set for Dedication Ceremonies.
Taxes and Finance Chairman Abbott was absent, no report.
Mayor Horton advised that the yearly audit is in progress. (The Town
employs the firm of Guthrie, Jacobs and Eubanks, P.A. for this function.)
Building Dept. Vice Mayor Dent gave a summary of the actions taken at the
second meeting of the Moratorium Variance Board. (For details of his
remarks see the minutes of that Board of Sept. 21.) He advised that the
next meeting of that Board is scheduled for Oct. 15 at 10:00 a.m. to hear
Parker Properties, Monterrey Ocean House, Maurice Morrison and Holiday Inn.
The Vice Mayor requested the Commission's consideration and approval for
two requests to land fill: Lot 4, block 5 Tranquility Dr. and Lots 13 and
14, Block 4 Bel Lido, from Messrs. Meredith and Brunton, respectively.
Further, for approval were requests for permits .for trailers at the sites
of the Ambassadors: a 40' trailer to be placed at the rear of Nezelek's
trailer at sites one and two; a 24' trailer at 4413 South Ocean, following
discussion, such permits if approved would be valid for one year.
Vice Mayor Dent offered the motion to approve the foregoing requests,
• Commissioner Gilday seconded, and Mayor Horton, Vice Mayor Dent, and
Commissioners Gilday, Joy and Mumford all voted: aye.
Public works, water & Sewer Commissioner Joy gave a reports as to bids
received for the proposed Public Address System (one for $1100 and the other
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$1600, and he is awaiting a third. Commissioner Joy made the motion that
he be authorized to purchase a system (excluding the tape. recorders) for
an amount not to exceed $1500. Commissioner Gilday seconded the motion
and the approval of the Commission was unaminous.
Commissioner Joy gave the findings of the inspection trip made in Bel Lido
on Sept. 17 and that the company has been put on notice regarding items
to be corrected under the warranty, advised of the Water-well electrical
system and that the Highland Beach Utility Company has been put on notice
that the Sewer Completion date be ready not later than March 21, 1974.
Public Health and Environment -Commissioner Mumford advised that Holiday
Inn has received a copy of the Sanitary & Food Hygiene Ordinance. The
Mayor announced her appointment of Health Officer but the position is
without additional renumeration.
Discussion took place as to the Town assisting in recycling of paper and
aluminum cans. Until disposal bins can be placed in the rear of Town Hall,
interested residents can take their papers to Delray and the facilities
for disposal in Delray are opposite Ace Hardware. (Residents to be inform-
ed by the Monthly Bulletin). With respect to aluminum cans, Ms. Stewart,
the Town Administrator and Commissioner Mumford will secure the necessary
data so that the residents can participate in the program under the aus-
pices of Reynolds Aluminum Co.
Police and Leaal-Commissioner Gilday advised of the Town's new patrol car,
and also of the proposed purchase of a radar system. That a summons had
been issued to David Parrish, doing business as D&S Trucking Co. for the
unpermitted destruction of trees on Lot No. 13, property belongs to Parker
Properties. The case to be heard in Municipal Court on Oct. 8. More
discussion. He advised of the Municipal Home Rule Bill and that he and
the Town Administrator will accompany the Town Attorney to hear a seminar
being given in West Palm Beach. With respect to legal affairs, no current
actions for the law suits of Van Lennep and Healy.
Planning and Zoning -Mr. Kemery advised that a meeting had been held
and that the RPUD petitions of Boca-Hi and Oliver Hoffmann had been the
subjects discussed. Another meeting is scheduled for Oct. 17 at 1:00 P.M.
and will be a Public Hearing for Oliver_Hoffmann_Corporation. _ _
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Mayor Horton advised of a meeting with the Land Planner, Mr. Rob ert Leary
and that another meeting is scheduled for Oct. 23 at 9:30 A.M.
Community Appearance Board - Mrs. Stewart reported: No report.
Town Administrator - Ms. Roberts was absent, no report.
A first reading was given: To amend Ordinance No. 164 regarding the
Town's adoption of the Southern Standard Plumbing Code.
(The Mayor suggested that Mr. Harold Pearson be requested to participate
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• in the discussion of this proposed amendment at the workshop meeting.
Mayor Horton requested the Commission to consider the hiring of Mr. Pearson
on a part-time basis rather than on an individual inspection basis, no
action was takers at this meeting.
A resident from Bel Lido addressed the Commission regarding drainage in
Bel Lido relative to a request from Highland Beach Ambassadors, this
matter is pending and the Commission was asked to review this matter.
There was no other business.
Bills were presented and approved for payment.
The meeting adjourned at appr„vim~a-c, ~> a. ~n D M
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