1967.10.03_TC_Minutes MINUTES
TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH COMMISSION ~~~ . ~,a >~ ''~~,
The regular meeting of October 3rd was called to order by Mayor Hackman at 7:15 P.M.
All Commissioners present and Mr. Richard Mowry of Deschler ~ Reed's office was
present.
Minutes of last meeting were read. Comm. Wingle asked for correction on the
item about the hip roof at the plant. It was his contention that he has submitted
the suggestion for the approval of the Commission and the decision is to be
made by same.
With this correction the minutes were accepted with the affirmative of the Comm.
Comm. Beekman read a letter from the R.D. Board, letter from Sen. Thomas Re:
new bill passed by the legislature concerning conflict of interest. An ordinance
will be drafted for the acceptance of this code.
Tax Report. Approximately $560.00 outstanding on last year's taxes. The new
tax roll is not ready as the county hai~e not set the mirage and the roll will
not be released until then.
Comm. Wingle reported a visit, by most of the Commission, to the water plant
at St. Lucie which is a plant much like ours and they found it very interesting
and informative. Also the Public Works Committee have been making a survey of
• the Bel Lido area in respect to furnishing water to each lot as the mains are
on one side of the streets only. Also many lines have sunk to a degree. The
committee made a study of the suggested budget and found it to be a savings
over last year. Progress on plant construction shows the filter tanks and
spiractor have been painted and ready for setting. Mr. Mowry advised that
Mr. Di Vagno has not yet signed the release. Del Trail Fire Department asked
:that the weeds be trimmed from around the hydrants.
Comm. Bunn reported the construction commitments amount to $252,894.00 and
we were advised to withhold the paving and sodding until all other construction
is completed. Investment $233,354.00 and to date we have drawn $97,000.00,
the balance is still in investment. The Finance Committee met with the engineers
and reviewed all expenditures to date on the plant and it was all in balance.
Approximately $7,300.00 interest has been realized which will revert to the
construction fund. $29,000.00 bills have been approved for payment and no
large withdrawals will be needed until later in the month.
Health ~ Zoning Comm. Noble reported her committee have reviewed the zoning
on Byrd Beach and Bel Lido and will incorporate it into our present Zoning
ordinance. Anew ordinance will have to be written.
Mr. Kemery reported that much study and time has been made on the feasibility
of dredging and filling the properties on the west side of AlA. Because there
are many property owners to contact it would be a large undertaking. His sug-
gested plan would be for a canal parallel to AlA with three bridges to make
access to the property on the west side of said canal. Mr. Horton asked why
time was being spent on this as it is all privately owned properties. Mr.
Kemery explained it would be of general benefit to the Town to have the property
filled to at least high tide grade.
Minutes - Town of Highland Beach Commission
. October 3, 1967
Page 2.
Mr. Tom Neely and Mr. Van Dusen of Florida Public Utilities had presented an
ordinance for the Commission's consideration to establish a franchise to furnish
the Town with natural gas. It in general is to allow right-of-ways to lay the
lines. After open discussion it was suggested on motion by C. Bunn that the
first reading of the ordinance be made and this would allow for the passing of
the ordinance at the November meeting.
Mr. Jack Butler, representing the Bel Lido Property Owners reported several
break-ins at the models. He asked when they could expect police protection.
Mayor Hackman said they expect to utilize the fire station personnel for the
policing of the Town and he deemed the situation no worse here than in towns
who do have complete protection.
Mr. Hahn asked C. Bunn if there were enough funds to cover the commitments on
the water plant construction. C. Bunn assured there would be ample funds.
Mr. Hahn then asked for a financial statement to be prepared to submit to the
bond holders to better answer many questions the Goodbody firm are being asked
by said bond holders.
A waiver of compensation from May 1964 to November 30, 1966 signed by Dr. Dailey
was read.
Mayor Hackman asked C. Wingle what. decision they had arrived at on the budget.
• C. Wingle and his committee had reviewed the suggested budget and found it to
be a bit of a savings over last year, and to date is running about $1,500.00
under the anticipated budget. It was decided to hold a special meeting to
accept to reject and to set the milage when the County tax roll is released.
Bills and accounts were read, approved for payment on motion by C. Bunn, seconded
by Comm. Wingle.
Ordinance #143 was read for the first reading.
Ordinance #143 grants Florida Public Utilities Co. a gas franchise and imposes
provisions and conditions relating thereto.
Ordinance #143 is included as Page ,~ of these Minutes.
Motion to adjourn by Comm. Beekman, seconded by Comm. Bunn. Approved. Adjourned
9:15 P.M.
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