2020.04.07_TC_Minutes_Regular TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
VIRTUAL TOWN COMMISSION MEETING
MINUTES
Town Hall/Commission Chambers Date: April 07, 2020
3614 South Ocean Boulevard Time: 1:30 PM
Highland Beach, Florida 33487
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Hillman called the meeting to order at 1:38 P.M.
2. PRESENT UPON ROLL CALL
Commissioner John Shoemaker
Commissioner Evalyn David
Commissioner Peggy Gossett-Seidman
Vice Mayor Greg Babij
Mayor Douglas Hillman
Town Attorney Glen Torcivia
Town Manager Marshall Labadie
Town Clerk Lanelda Gaskins
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Commission led the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of silence for all first
responders and for individuals who put their lives on the line, caring for those with the COVID-
19 disease.
4. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, AND APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Mayor Hillman asked if there were any additions or deletions to the agenda, and hearing none, he
called for a motion to accept the agenda.
MOTION: Commissioner David moved to accept the agenda as presented. Commissioner
Gossett-Seidman seconded the motion, which passed (5 to 0) unanimously.
5. CIVILITY PLEDGE
Town Clerk Gaskins read the Civility Pledge.
Mayor Hillman spoke about the Civility Pledge being on the agenda for the year and a half that he
had attended Commission meetings. He asked if the Civility Pledge should be continued or
removed from future Commission agendas. There was a discussion about removing the civility
pledge from future agendas. Also, there were suggestions to update the language in the civility
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pledge if the Commission decided to put the pledge back on the agendas. All the Commissioners
were in favor of removing the Civility Pledge from the agendas.
MOTION: Commissioner Shoemaker moved to withdraw the Civility Pledge until it can be
replaced with something in the future. Commissioner Gossett-Seidman seconded
the motion, which passed (5 to 0) unanimously.
6. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
A. There were no presentations or proclamations.
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS NON-AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
Town Clerk Gaskins advised there were two public comments received and read them into record.
A. Virginia Bradford Email
Ms. Bradford's public comment is as follows: "I go walking on our A 1 A walkway most mornings
and some afternoons, and lately I am observing a distressing trend. The vast majority of walkers,
bike riders, skateboarders, and runners that I see are not practicing social distancing at all.
Yesterday morning, I walked for 45 minutes and passed numerous people, only three of whom
were making an effort to stay the CDC recommended 6 feet away from others. Several people
stopped and chatted with others they met along their route with no distancing effort at all. Later in
the day, I noticed that a few walkers had taken to walking in the bike lanes or out in the street
trying to keep their distance - a solution to the problem, but not necessarily a safe one. When
people pass each other on the walkway, they are often only a foot or two apart. Fresh air is not a
disinfectant, nor is exercise. And so, I have decided to write to you, and hopefully, this will reach
the mayor and commissioners. We need signage and reminders about social distancing to keep our
people safe. I do not want to see Highland Beach become a mini epicenter in the pandemic. Thank
you." Town Clerk Gaskins stated that this email was included in the Commission agenda packet.
B. Kiri Borg Email
Ms. Borg's public comment is as follows:" We live on the ocean facing 3115 S Ocean Blvd., aka
Ocean Terrace North. There is a State Law from 2018 (House Bill 63 1) that is still on the books
that state the beach(sand)from the ocean mean high water line west—is our private property. We
all love our local police and appreciate them so much. However, our local police have no legal
right to kick us off our own private beach property. This is not per the law and is unnecessary
harassment.And in fact, it is safer for us to be exercising on our own private beach property,using
common-sense social distancing, than to further squeeze the sidewalk of A 1 A where social
distancing is challenging. So, I would like to request that our wonderful police be directed by their
chief and/or the Mayor/Commissioners/Town Manager to at once stop forcing us to vacate our
own private property, which per State Law 631 of 2018, includes our beach property (sand) up to
the mean high-water line."
Town Clerk Gaskins announced the conclusion of the public comments.
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8. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Town Clerk Gaskins read the announcement into the record as follows:
A. Board Vacancies
1. Board of Adjustment& Appeals Board Three vacancies for a three-year term. (pending
one future interview/appointment)
2. Financial Advisory Board One vacancy for an unexpired term ending April 30, 2022
(pending future interview/appointment)
B. Meetings and Events
1. Town Commission Meeting - April 21, 2020 - 1:30 PM
C. Board Action Report
1. None.
9. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. ORDINANCE NO. 20-003 / AMENDING SECTION 30-68, SUPPLEMENTAL
DISTRICT REGULATIONS
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND
BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 30
"ZONING CODE" SECTION 30-68, "SUPPLEMENTAL DISTRICT REGULATIONS"
TO ALLOW ACCESSORY MARINE STRUCTURES TO REMAIN ON PROPERTY
AFTER A PRINCIPAL STRUCTURE HAS BEEN DEMOLISHED OR REMOVED;
PROVIDING FOR CONDITIONS; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ALL
ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND
CODIFICATION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Town Clerk Gaskins read the title for Ordinance No. 20-003 into the record.
Town Manager Labadie presented this item. In July of 2019, Commission discussed an ordinance
modification to allow existing accessory structures, if structurally sound, to remain when a
principle structure was demolished. At that time, the Commission moved this matter to the
Planning Board for review. The Planning Board met twice and reviewed the municipal codes of
several surrounding communities' looking for best practices related to this subject matter. At its
February 13, 2020 meeting, the Planning Board members discussed and made a series of
recommendations to the ordinance. Also, the Board approved and amended the proposed
ordinance, which carried, 5 to 1.
Commissioner Shoemaker did not see any issues as long as it was safe and not dangerous to others
on the property as well as to other boaters. He did not have a problem with the owners being able
to dock their boat while the construction was taking place. He supported this ordinance. Mayor
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Hillman explained to Commissioner Shoemaker that if he supported the ordinance,then the owners
could not use the dock. Commissioner Shoemaker then asked if it is not reasonable to add three
or four words to the ordinance. Mayor Hillman stated that would be a change. Town Manager
Labadie explained that procedural changes could be made between the first reading and second
reading of the proposed ordinance. The Planning Board made their recommendations, and if the
Commission was compelled to make changes, then the ordinance would be approved on first
reading with conditions based on the changes. Town Planner Allen would then modify the
ordinance with the changes and bring it back to Commission on second reading. Mayor Hillman
then clarified with Commissioner Shoemaker that that would be a recommendation that he would
have to make an adjustment to and Commissioner Shoemaker replied,yes.
Commissioner David disagreed with Commissioner Shoemaker. She mentioned that the owners
should not be allowed to use the docks,have any electricity or sewer hookups. She also mentioned
that after an owner obtains a building permit, why would they be allowed four years to finish
building. This appears to be a long time before the owner gets a CO (certificate of occupancy) on
their property. She stated that she agreed with the ordinance.
Vice Mayor Babij divided this matter into three different topics. He explained that the first topic
was allowing accessory structures to remain and be maintained(allowing the dock or allowing the
boat lift), which he stated was a great idea to allow them. He then spoke about the useful lifespan
of a dock made of wood composite or concrete composite materials. In terms of allowing the
structures to remain or be maintained, Vice Mayor Babij stated that there should not be a time
horizon and a reason to destroy something that has a fair amount of useful life.
The second topic was fencing, and Vice Mayor Babij stated that he liked the idea of submitting a
plan for fencing and landscaping.
The third topic was the ability to use the accessory structures, and Vice Mayor Babij explained
this topic from several different viewpoints. He referred to the Village of North Palm Beach
Accessory Use regulations and stated that he was a big proponent of their regulations. He also
stated that North Palm Beach regulations were very elegant, and it was probably the right way to
do it.
Vice Mayor Babij spoke about some of the residents' feedback that he received with regards to the
way the ordinance was written. He explained that the ordinance was inviting break-ins and
encouraging short-term rentals. The current law, as written, is saying rent for a term or invite
break-ins. A few residents said to him that they would prefer a grassy lot instead of an empty house
or a short-term rental.
He stated that he agreed that you wanted to surge protect lots from becoming parking lots and have
a fence, that the building inspector should certify the soundness. He liked the idea about the 60
days, if you level the house, you would have to still put in sod. Vice Mayor Babij's
recommendations were to circulate the North Palm Beach ordinance to the Commission for review.
Lastly, he mentioned that what the Commission have before them as a first reading was being
viewed as overly restrictive and unnecessary.
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Mayor Hillman stated that the ordinance was overly restrictive,and he was also opposed to tearing
down a good dock. He liked the Village of North Palm Beach regulations. He suggested sending
the proposed ordinance back to staff for additional work.
Vice Mayor Babij mentioned that a resident spoke to him this week about building a property in
Bel Lido, and the resident expressed his concerns with how their timeline was going to have to
slow down when he starts and when he finishes because he owns a large company, and he was
now paying his employees' salaries to sit at home. With zero revenue and hundreds of salaries to
pay a month, he would have to push everything back about six months to a year. Mayor Hillman
mentioned a hardship exclusion.
Commissioner Gossett-Seidman agreed with Vice Mayor Babij. She mentioned that the ordinance
should be about keeping an owner solid and honest to the intent of the lot. She further stated that
we do not want to encourage short term rentals. The ordinance was a bit restrictive and expressed
it was a great time to look at the Village of North Palm Beach's ordinance. She also commented
about seawalls stating that the approval of the seawall was left out of the ordinance. Lastly,
Commissioner Gossett-Seidman explained that she has seen docks put in with a seawall, which
was not safe or sound. Following her comments, Vice Mayor Babij concurred with her. He then
proceeded to talk about the inexpensiveness of a seawall repair; the expensiveness of a seawall
replacement; seawall repairs to be part of the safety inspection along with the dock; the boat lift
and the seawall; and how long a seawall was designed to last.
The Commission continued discussion about maintaining the weep holes,communicating with the
residents, the advisory boards understanding these types of things, the impact of the wave actions
to the seawalls along the intracoastal properties, the lesser impact of wave actions to the seawalls
along the lakes and canals, and keeping the boat docks, seawall, and lifts together as a full unit.
Mayor Hillman asked Town Manager Labadie how to capsulize and send this matter back to staff
with the appropriate instructions. Town Manager Labadie asked if the Commission was interested
in sending the proposed ordinance back to the Planning Board for further review with the directions
that the Commission was looking for the ability for a vessel to be capped, no power, no electric,
no sewer hook-ups, a longer-term, a potential requirement or no requirement for certificate of
occupancy and then including some element of a seawall review during the structural inspection.
He indicated that the proposed ordinance could be sent back to the Planning Board with notes.
There was further discussion about no power, Florida Power& Light temporary power service to
empty lots or newly constructed homes with building permits,and timeline restrictions on building
permits. Vice Mayor Babij then suggested that the North Palm Beach ordinance be circulated to
the Commission for review prior to sending it to the Planning Board.
MOTION: Vice Mayor Babij moved to circulate the North Palm Beach ordinance for Accessory
Marine Structures. Commissioner David seconded the motion.
Commissioner Gossett-Seidman suggested to keep the referral to the Planning Board in a short
timeline so it can be handled, and then given back to the Commission as quickly as possible so it
does not get belabored any longer.
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Town Manager Labadie clarified whether to circulate the ordinance to the Planning Board and the
Commission or just the Commission. Vice Mayor Babij then explained that the motion was to
circulate the North Palm Beach ordinance to the Commission for discussion to determine exactly
what to send to the Planning Board. A brief discussion ensued about whether or not the proposed
ordinance had to go back to the Planning Board.
At this point, a roll call vote was taken, and the motion passed (5 to 0) unanimously.
Town Clerk Gaskins stated there were no public comments for the ordinance.
10. CONSENT AGENDA
A. There were no Consent Agenda items.
11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. There were no Unfinished Business items.
12. NEW BUSINESS
A. Approve the recommendation of the Selection Committee for RFP 20-001 (Enterprise
Resource Planning (ERP) Software) and Authorize Town Staff to begin contract
negotiations with the recommended firm BS&A Software
Town Clerk Gaskins read the title of Item 12A into the record.
Town Manager Labadie introduced this item. He went on to explain the competitive solicitation
and bidding process for the Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking bidders for an integrated
Information Technology System for municipalities. He mentioned that there were two bidders—
BS&A Software and Tyler Technologies. A Selection Committee("Committee")was established
and held a meeting on March 4ffi to review,discuss,and rank each of the proposals. The committee
members choose BS&A Software as opposed to Tyler Technologies. Town Manager Labadie also
explained that BS&A Software was cheaper than Tyler Technologies over a five-year period. He
spoke about the costs and fees, the advantages to updating the technology for more efficient and
timely reporting of real-time financial data, and the 100% guaranteed offered by BS&A Software-
for their product. He also spoke about his success involving a complete roll out with BS&A at his
previous employer and mentioned that the firm is built to mirror best practices of municipal
operations and governance. Lastly, he explained that either company would work for the Town.
The Selection Committee favored BS&A Software as a solution because they were more cost
effective over the long term, there were no hidden fees, transactional or additional costs for user
licenses, and they have experience converting data from our current software in the Building and
Finance Departments.
Mark Rutledge, IT Consultant with NodeO IT, provided comments about the Town's server
performance from an information technology perspective.
Town Manager Labadie explained that Tyler Technologies proposal was not included because
there were proprietary restrictions.
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Commissioner David asked Town Manager Labadie what exactly would he be negotiating for.
Town Manager Labadie explained it would be the final cost. Town Attorney Torcivia would
prepare the contract. He mentioned that the payroll component of the software was about$20,000
dollars, and he and Finance Director Lalla will work through that piece. He will negotiate with
BS&A Software for the best price. Commissioner David then asked how long it would take to be
up and running. Town Manager Labadie replied six months.
Commissioner Shoemaker asked if Channel 99 was up and running? He spoke about his
experiences with large scale ERP Systems and implementation timeframe. He asked for a
reiteration of the main issue between licensing the software, the subscription, and what the Town
Manager's position was on this matter. Town Manager Labadie explained the difference between
BS&A Software's and Tyler Technologies' implementation packages and costs. He mentioned
that BS&A Software is a lower ownership cost and a large number of users can be added to the
software at no additional cost. Town Manager Labadie referred to IT Consultant Rutledge and
asked if he had anything additional to add to the license versus subscription? Mr. Rutledge had
no additional input.
Town Manager Labadie explained that BS&A Software has a one-time fee of$9,300 per year for
all the modules, and they have a cap on their maintenance fee. Tyler Technologies cost is per
license.
Commissioner Gossett-Seidman mentioned that it seemed to be a more efficient system.
Vice Mayor Babij asked is there a way to pay for BS&A as a subscription service, oppose to a
larger upfront cost or is that not available? Town Manager Labadie explained that was not BS&A
Software's business model. Tyler Technologies offered something similar,but it was not sufficient
enough in savings because their year to year cost was high. He indicated that he could ask BS&A
during their negotiations. There was further discussion about BS&A having local government as
its customer based. Mayor Hillman agreed with asking for the payment to be spread over time.
Mayor Hillman requested a motion to approve the recommendation of the Selection Committee
for RFP No. 20-001 (Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software) and authorize Town Staff to
begin contract negotiations with the recommended firm BS&A Software
MOTION: Commissioner David moved to approve item 12A. Vice Mayor Babij seconded the
motion, which passed (5 to 0)unanimously.
B. Approve the Bid Award and authorize the Mayor to execute a Contract for Services
with Hinterland Group Inc. for Underground Contractor Services on an as needed
basis (Invitation to Bid No. 20-003).
Town Clerk Gaskins read the title for Item 12B into the record.
Town Manager Labadie introduced this item. He stated that this bid is not for a specific project
but for potential projects that emerge with the utilities system as it relates to emergencies such as
water main breaks, sewer breaks, or issues with the lift stations and etc. The Town needs to have
a contractor for the above-mentioned services if an emergency arises. There were four bidders.
Hinterland Group Inc. was the lowest responsible bidder and had the lowest price based on the
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cost of the random work assignments that could potentially be put in place. This was an Invitation
to Bid, which basically price control the Town's decision.
Commissioner David asked if their references were contacted. Town Manager Labadie replied,
yes. Baxter& Woodman, Inc. the engineering firm contacted their references suggesting that any
four of the companies would do a great job.
Commissioner Gossett-Seidman stated that she does not understand the large disparity between
Hinterland Group, Inc., and Giannetti Contracting Corporation. She inquired about the disparity
in the bids. Town Manager Labadie explained how the work items could be calculated from one
company to another, how the bigger items run the numbers up and how the companies bid higher
on them.
Vice Mayor Babij asked for each of these companies, we went out and had them bid on a variety
of different projects and they are projects that we might do? Town Manager Labadie explained
about all the possible work that might come up in an emergency or need to be repaired and the
engineer assigned bid quantities. Vice Mayor Babd inquired about the menu of projects that the
Town might need and asked are they held to the prices in the bid or can they rebid again once
hired. Town Manager Labadie replied,they were negotiated prices.
John Shoemaker commented the packet was very extensive and well done.
Mayor Hillman asked if there was a motion to approve the Bid Award and authorize the Mayor to
execute a Contract for Services with Hinterland Group Inc. for Underground Contractor Services
on an as needed basis (Invitation to Bid No. 20-003).
MOTION: Vice Mayor Babii moved to approve item 12B. Commissioner David seconded the
motion, which passed (5 to 0) unanimously.
C. Approve the Bid Award and Authorize the Mayor to Execute a Contract for Services
with National Water Main Cleaning Company for the State Road AIA Gravity
Sanitary Sewer Closed Circuit Television Inspection Services (Invitation to Bid No. 20-
005).
Town Clerk Gaskins read the title of Item 12C into the record.
Town Manager Labadie introduced this item. He discussed the large difference in pricing between
the four bidders. The National Water Main Cleaning Company was the lowest-responsive bidder
and their cost was $92,659.85. This project is for the Town to evaluate the sanitary sewer system.
Public Works Director Pat Roman had indicated that some of the laterals on A 1 A were found to
be in rough condition with most of the sewer systems being 40 years old.The National Water Main
Cleaning Company would go through and televise the main lateral collection system. The engineer
would then take the data and create a report where a series of recommendations would be made as
to when repairs need to be made if at all. This will create a plan for the Town to work from once
the video is completed.
Commissioner Gossett-Seidman commented in advance of this work, .what possible best case
scenario and worst-case scenario the town would be? She indicated the best case would be no
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work. She then asked if there were any clues at this point? Town Manager Labadie spoke about
his conversation with the engineer about relining the entire system, if necessary and do minimal
civil projects to do things that could not be potentially lined. Commissioner Gossett-Seidman
suggested that this would be done in advance of any Florida Department of Transportation(FDOT)
projects,pipes would need to be done prior to paving, so the timeline would be rather close. Town
Manager Labadie agreed with Commissioner Gossett- Seidman.
Commissioner Shoemaker inquired about the Town's commitment to the company. Town
Manager Labadie spoke about the commitment for National Water Main Cleaning Company
televising sewer systems and he also explained the process of what would take place.
Commissioner Shoemaker then asked what other projects would have to fall from this,would those
projects be priced and bid separately, and if this proposed company could do the work? Town
Manager Labadie explained it was not that bad. The Town could use the company they approved
to do some of that work, which would depend on the scope and scale found during the sewer
system televising inspection. He stated that he was not sure if National Water Main Cleaning
Company could do the work themselves.
Commissioner David asked if the lining referred to the company putting epoxy in, if it could be
done to clay pipes and is it possible if they have to reinstall, that they do it via boring as opposed
to ripping up the road? She also asked how long it would take to get the video? Town Manager
Labadie explained that he was not 100%sure it could be done without ripping up the road. He also
advised it would take about 60 days to retrieve the footage, but it would depend on how quickly
the company can mobilize.
Vice Mayor Babij had no questions.
Mayor Hillman asked Town Manager Labadie to elaborate on the traffic management involved.
Town Manager Labadie spoke about the MOT or a Maintenance of Traffic type of plan and
discussed the elaborate components of the plan. In addition, he spoke about the cleaning of the
system that would take place during the process.
Mayor Hillman asked for a motion to approve the bid award, for the Town Manager and Town
Attorney to prepare the contract and for the Mayor to execute the it.
MOTION: Commissioner Shoemaker moved to approve item 12C. Commissioner David
seconded the motion, which passed(5 to 0) unanimously.
13. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS - AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
There were no public comments.
14. TOWN COMMISSION REPORTS
A. Commissioner John Shoemaker stated that he would like to spend time to learn and collect
input from the residents. He stated being open, upfront,and honest is a really important factor
going forward. He addressed the change in the social distancing. How people are starting to
avoid each other by walking into the grass, in bike lanes and about easing restrictions on the
beach to allow for an additional lane for people to walk.
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B. Commissioner Evalyn David commented on Commissioner Shoemaker's remarks stating that
the Town can add more restrictions, but cannot ease restrictions that the Governor has made.
She explained that the Governor would have to state that people can walk on the beach. She
also explained the difficulty in allowing private homeowners access and denying condo
association residents access. Commissioner Shoemaker explained that his hope was for
homeowners and condo owners to be allowed limited access to the beach. He addressed the
uniqueness of Highland Beach due to the lack of businesses in the town.
C. Commissioner Peggy Gossett-Seidman commented about information that she forwarded to
Town Manager Labadie from a contact she has in Tallahassee, which held an opinion from
the governor's general counsel in regard to leniency. She stated that she appreciates airing on
the side of caution and the fact that the Town brought forth restrictions prior to many other
towns nearby to fight the virus. She then stated that she would like to have the private beaches
opened, but would also like for Town Manager Labadie to review the information first. She
talked about the beach dredging and the re-nourishment on Delray and Boca Raton's Beaches.
She stated that the seven miles of ocean water, reefs and sea-beds are owned by the federal
government, and that they could dredge sand up to the low water mark. Although she was
not sure if it was fair to Highland Beach, the Town should have been contacted prior to the
dredging and wanted the residents to know that the Town Manager would be looking into this
matter to find out about the process.
D. Vice Mayor Greg Babijstated that in May of 2019, CSHB Community Safe Highland Beach
put together a presentation, by Engineer Gordon Thomson who has roughly 30 years'
experience in beach re-nourishment for many areas near Highland Beach. He stated that he
answered a lot of great questions from the residents and it may help the residents to get a lot
of their follow up questions answered. He suggested paying the engineer to come in and
answer questions being that he is extremely knowledgeable on all the projects. Commissioner
Shoemaker spoke about his conversation with a site project manager and inquired about
Delray's plans. He was told that they have no intention on dredging sand in front of Highland
Beach. Mayor Hillman suggested the contact information be forwarded to the Town Manager.
E. Mayor Douglas Hillman asked Vice Mayor Babij if now would be a good time to look at the
Town's current debt structure being that interest rates were so low and to see if anything is
worth refinancing. Vice Mayor Babii stated that it is always worthwhile to do that. He
mentioned that some of the debt has a lock out where there would be a large prepayment
penalty the Mayor that a few of the debt has a large prepayment penalty, if the Town prepay.
He also stated that treasury rates were really low. Mayor Hillman thanked the Town Manager
for the great job he has been doing through the crisis and in keeping everyone in
communication.
15. TOWN ATTORNEY'S REPORT
Town Attorney Torcivia commented that Town Manager Labadie has done a great job keeping
everyone informed and being on top of all of the executive and administrative orders that keep
coming out. He encouraged everyone to keep staying safe.
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16. TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT
Town Manager Labadie explained that Chief Hartmann and the police staff has been doing a great
job. He urged everyone to continue to comply, stay off the streets except for essential travel. He
explained that the Governor of the State of Florida would have to allow for the beaches to reopen.
Mayor Hillman provided a final message stating that he wanted everyone to continue to maintain
social distancing, staying in and not to let up.
17. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Hillman called for a motion to adjourn the meeting at
3:36 P.M.
MOTION: Commissioner David moved to adjourn the meeting at 3:36 P.M. Commissioner
Gossett-Seidman seconded the motion,which passed(5 to 0) unanimously.
APPROVED at the October 6, 2020, Virtual Town Commission Meeting. e 1�
ATTEST: Douglas Hillman, Mayor
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