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1968.03.05_TC_Minutes MINUTES • HIGHLAND BEACH TOWN COMMISSION MARCH 5, 1968 The regular meeting of March 5, 1968 was called to order by Mayor Hackman at 7:10 P.M. All Commissioners present. Minutes of the regular meeting of Feb. 6, 1968 were read. They stood as read on motion by Commissioner Wingle, seconded by Commissioner Bunn. Mayor Hackman reported the request of a new tax district for the purpose of extending highway I 95 for the tri-city area. This does include Highland Beach on the same basis as Delray Beach. Some open discussion followed as to the benefit to this area from such developments. Finance Commissioner Bunn reported no change on the investment picture. This will be disbursed as needed by payment requisitions. Mayor Hackman asked if there was enough to finish the construction and Commissioner Bunn assured us there will be ample. Zoning Commissioner Noble reported that she has sent copies of the new ordinance to property owners in Byrd Beach, along with a letter of explanation Also a letter fromproperty owners asking for a variance to use a non-conforming lot • which they have just purchased was read. Commissioner Noble informed the Commission that her zoning committee had approved the variance and it was then voted on by the Town Commission. The Commission approved the variance on motion by Commissioner Bunn, to adopt a resolution granting this variance, seconded by Commissioner Beekman, Mr. Miller, Mr. DeHart, Mr. Jenkins and Dr. Snell were advised this variance is for use of the non-conforming lot and all building done on the lot will have to be done according to the building code. The letter from the property owners is included in these minutes as page 4. A public notice was read reporting the construction of a dock at the Winterhalter Inn, on the Intra-coastal. Public words Commissioner Wingle reported that the Bel Lido bridge is in need of repairs according to engineers. A bid from one firm was acquired and it was advised by the John Grant engineer that we could find no better firm for these repairs. Also Commissioner Wingle reported a leak was discovered when the tank on the Town Hall site was filled. The leak was in a pipe line and was of a minor nature. It has been repaired by the Crom Corporation. Inquiries have been made of the possibility of using conquina rock for a Town Hall sign in the front of Town Hall. There is a concern west of Boca Raton where they manufacture this rock for such purposes and is much more reasonable and lighter in weight than the natural rock. More information is needed from the State Road Department as to size and placement of such a sign. Harvel i Deland reported to Commissioner Wingle that they were ready for water samples to be taken 8~ the State Board of Health. In fact, the samples were taken last week. • . MINUTES - HIGHLAND BEACH TOWN COMMISSION - March 5, 1968 Page 2 Dr. Daily asked the Commission to procede with the acceptance of the fire house and turn it over to the Del Trail Fire Department. Mayor Hackman reported that it all depends on getting together with the fire district board as there are a few things in the lease of a minor nature that will have to be changed as they can not accept it as it now reads. The items in question are in regards to gas line used in the fire station is also used in~the Town Hall. The furnace i~s gas anci also the water heater. Mayor Hackman reported that the gas company will make the change without any charge to the Town, and within a week or 10 days we can procede with signing the lease. Attorney John Moore, representing property owners in Byrd Beach, was introduced. Mr. Moore and owners thought the minimum square footage require- ments were much too minimal, and recommended they be increased. Also the definition of a "hedge" be clarified and a question of screening plantings used on the street sides. Commissioner Noble advised that the side line plantings were restricted to a particular height. Commissioner Bunn recommended that there be a clause to Clary no restrict- ions on the screening plantings inside the set-back lines. The square footage minimum also was deemed too small and by mutual agreement it was increased to 2200 square feet Minimum on lots east of AlA. Mr. Fred Taylor, representing • Mr. Bradshaw of the Holiday House asked about the zoning of property on the west side of AlA. Mr. Taylor was mis-informed that the west side opposite the ~ Holiday House was to be R1D. The lots were however zoned R4A and will be retained as such. The second reading of Ordinance # 144 was read with the corrections made, and is included with these minutes as page 5. Commissioner Beekman reported to the Commission about the use of a tape recorder and stated he would sign a requisition for the purchase of same if the Commission were in agreement. It was agreed to purchase the recorder by all Commissioners. Mr. Richard Mowry reported that between now and the next meeting, the candidates who are eligible tai run for office will have to file their statement of intentions March 23rd thru April 7th. Mayor Hackman reported the need to hire an operator for the new plant as it will soon be ready for operation. Mayor Hackman recommended the immediate engagement of Mr. Qaylen Wandel as withing the next two weeks the plant will be in operation. Commissioner Bunn asked about his qualifications as an operator. Also Commissioner Bunn advised that a letter which has been received from the State Board of Health be read. Town Clerk Beekman read the letter which stated that the plant will be approved providing the operation of the plant be placed under the care of a qualified operator with a class "A" certificate or under no conditions less than a class "B" certificate. After open discussion it was advised by Commissioner Wiggle that the applications of qualified ~ ~ ~ • • MINUTES - HIGHLAND BEACH TOWN COMMISSION - March 5, 1968 Page 3 be secured and a meeting be held on Sat., March 9th to evaluate these applications before any decision is made. Dr. Dailey reported he had three qualified operators who would submit applications for the Commission's approval and will contact these men. Bids on a new insurance program were read. Bids were received from Robert C. Roy Agency and J. C. Mitchell Agency. Because of better coverage and rates the Robert C. Roy Agency was awarded the bid on motion by Commissioner Bunn, seconded by Commissioner Wingle and the approval of all Commissioners. Bills and accounts payable were read and approved for payment on affirmative Mote of all commissioners. Donald Ross made a complaint from the floor in regards to dogs running free on the beach. The guests have been frightened by them and he asked about our ordinance to keep animals on a leash. Mayor Hackman suggested the owners be contacted and expressed his feeling that they would cooperate without further action. The question of uniform set-backs on AlA was discussed and Mr. Ross asked if a map could be secured from the State Road Department showing the exact set-back lines on each property. Adjourned on motion by Commissioner Beekman, seconded by Commissioner Bunn 10:00 P.M. APPROVED: /~..._ i~.~h° ~~4=~ ATTEST: ~~~ °d'~-~lyG~. `~ ,`~~ ~. ,SL ;, ;~i ~ ~ .~ i •