2023.02.07_NRPB_Agenda_Regular
Town of Highland Beach
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Published: 05.26.2021 / Updated 04.15.2022
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AGENDA
NATURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION
ADVISORY BOARD REGULAR MEETING
Wednesday, February 01, 2023 AT 10:00 AM
TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA
3614 S. OCEAN BOULEVARD
HIGHLAND BEACH, FL 33487
Telephone: (561) 278-4548
Website: www.highlandbeach.us
TOWN HALL COMMISSION CHAMBERS
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
5. PUBLIC COMMENT (limited to three (3) minutes per speaker)
6. PRESENTATIONS
A. Updates from Town Planner Allen
7. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. November 02, 2022
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
9. NEW BUSINESS
A. Proposed amendment to the Town Code of Ordinances to incorporate sea turtle
protection lighting standards.
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B. Board Member Updates on Assigned Projects
1. Member Barbara Nestle
2. Member Joshua Davison
3. Member Diane Matthewman
4. Vice Chairperson Margarita Chappelear
5. Chairperson Nicole Stansfield
C. Follow up on the December 15, 2022, Town of Highland Beach Food Truck
Event
D. Discussion on the Dune Restoration Outreach Meeting
10. ANNOUNCEMENTS
February 07, 2023 1:30 P.M Town Commission Meeting
February 09, 2023 9:30 A.M. Planning Board Regular Meeting
February 14, 2023 1:00 P.M. Code Enforcement Board Regular Meeting
February 20, 2023 Town Hall closed in observance of Presidents Day
February 21, 2023 1:30 P.M. Town Commission Meeting
Board Vacancies (Information Only)
Board of Adjustment and Appeals - Two (2) vacancies for three-year terms
Financial Advisory Board - One (1) vacancy for an unexpired term ending April 30,
2023, and One (1) vacancy for an unexpired term ending April 30, 2024
Natural Resources Preservation Advisory Board - Two (2) vacancies for unexpired
terms ending April 30, 2024
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11. ADJOURNMENT
Any person that decides to appeal any decision made by the Natural Resources Preservation Advisory Board with
respect to any matter considered at this meeting, such person will need to ensure that a verbatim record including
testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is based. (State Law requires the above Notice. Any person desiring
a verbatim transcript shall have the responsibility, at his/her own cost, to arrange for the transcript.) The Town neither
provides nor prepares such record. There may be one or more Town Commissioners attending the meeting.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), persons who need accommodation in order to attend or
participate in this meeting should contact Town Hall at (561) 278-4548 within a reasonable time prior to this meeting in
order to request such assistance.
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File Attachments for Item:
A. November 02, 2022
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TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
NATURAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION
ADVISORY BOARD REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
Town Hall / Commission Chambers Date: November 02, 2022
3614 South Ocean Boulevard
Highland Beach, Florida 33487
Time: 12:30 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Stansfield called the meeting to order at 9:30 A.M.
2. ROLL CALL
Member Diane Matthewman
Member Nicole Stansfield
Member Joshua Davison
Member Barbara Nestle
Member Margarita Chappelear
Administrative Support Specialist Ganelle Thompson
ABSENT
Member Virginia Eastwood-Egan
Member Leonard Brenner
ADDITIONAL STAFF PRESENT
Town Planner Ingrid Allen
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Board led the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States of America.
4. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
MOTION: Chappelear/Matthewman – Moved to approve the agenda as
presented, which passed unanimously 5 to 0.
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no public comments.
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6. PRESENTATIONS
None.
7. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. October 06, 2022
MOTION: Davison/Chappelear - Moved to approve the minutes of October 06,
2022, as presented which passed 5 to 0.
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Updates from Town Planner Allen
Town Planner Allen provided updates as follows:
She mentioned an email sent to the Board Members prior to the food truck event
that discussed the board’s dune outreach campaign.
The Board’s web address was updated.
The Board webpage was updated including a heading for dune restoration with
additional links.
The educational outreach letter was sent out last week.
She also discussed the maintenance of dune erosion with the Florida Department
of Environmental Protection.
She mentioned that an introduction of a sea turtle lighting ordinance will be
coming to the Board at their next meeting.
9. NEW BUSINESS
A. Approval of Natural Resources Preservation Advisory Board Proposed
2023 Calendar Year Meeting Dates
MOTION: Davison/Matthewman - Moved to change the meeting times to 10:00
A.M. keeping the dates set forth in the agenda which passed 5 to 0.
B. Follow up on the October 27, 2022 Town of Highland Beach Food Truck
Event
Chairperson Stansfield read the title into the record and provided feedback in
relation to the Board’s Attendance. She mentioned that there was positive
feedback from residents during the event about the Board. She also stated that
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many people worked hard to get the Board website and QR code up and running.
She wanted it noted that the Board appreciated the Town Commissioners for
giving them the ability to have a table at the event.
Member Davison asked about the ability to monitor website traffic. Ms. Thompson
mentioned that she would follow up with the Town manager’s Office about the
traffic on the Board’s webpage on the Town's website.
There was a discussion about having a table at future food truck events to interact
with residents.
C. Board Member Updates on Assigned Projects
1. Member Barbara Nestle
Member Nestle provided a summary of each member’s to-do list and mentioned
she would like to know the outcome of the beach raking issues.
Chairperson Stansfield mentioned that the issue was previously discussed and
that they spent extensive time on the issue last year.
Town Planner Allen spoke and explained that the private property owners hire
beach raker companies.
Chairperson Stansfield asked that Town Planner Allen resend the prior
information so they can discuss the issue at February’s meeting.
2. Member Joshua Davison
Member Davison had no updates.
3. Member Virginia Eastwood-Egan
Member Eastwood-Egan was not present.
4. Member Leonard Brenner
Member Brenner was not present.
5. Member Diane Matthewman
Member Matthewman provided information on the maintenance of dune
restoration.
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6. Vice Chairperson Margarita Chappelear
Vice Chairperson Chappelear provided information on her PowerPoint
presentation which is available on the Town’s webpage that provides information
on how to maintain the dunes.
7. Chairperson Nicole Stansfield
Chairperson Stansfield provided the Board with an update on the Town
Commission Meeting she attended. She presented the PowerPoint to the Board.
She also asked for an update on if she can move forward with reserving the
library. Town Planner Allen said she would sit down with the Town Manager and
discuss how to proceed.
There was discussion about updating and revising the PowerPoint monthly and
posting it on the Board’s webpage so that the residents can follow along with the
Board’s progress. The PowerPoint will be disseminated to the Board members
through Town Planner Allen so all Board members could contribute.
There was a discussion about obtaining more bucket trees for the beaches. Town
Planner Allen said that she would discuss how to proceed with the Town
Manager.
Chairperson Stansfield spoke about the beach restoration feasibility study, done
by Coastal Planning and Engineering Inc., which was discussed at the Town
Commission meeting. She mentioned that the new study would be done in
tangent with a dune study.
The Board discussed agencies that would help with the issue s with the dunes.
Chairperson Stansfield asked what Board members would like to continue to do
research on agencies that would contribute to or support the issue.
Chairperson Stansfield volunteered to reach out to Palm Beach County
Member Matthewman volunteered to contact the Florida Department of
Environmental Protection.
Vice Chairperson Chappelear volunteered to reach out to the Florida Fish and
Wildlife Conservation Commission.
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10. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Chairperson Stansfield read the announcements as follows:
November 09, 2022 1:00 P.M. Code Enforcement Board Regular Meeting
November 09, 2022 6:00 P.M. Public Meeting Accessory Marine Facility
Regulations
November 10, 2022 9:30 A.M. Planning Board Regular Meeting
November 10, 2022 6:00 P.M. Public Meeting Accessory Marine Facility
Regulations
December 07, 2022 6:00 P.M. Public Meeting Accessory Marine Facility
Regulations
11. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 1:40 P.M.
APPROVED at the February 01, 2023, Natural Resources Preservation Advisory Board
Regular Meeting.
ATTEST: Chairperson Nicole Stansfield
Transcribed by: Ganelle Thompson
Ganelle Thompson,
Administrative Support Specialist
Date
Disclaimer: Effective May 19, 2020, per Resolution No. 20 -008, all meeting minutes are
transcribed as a brief summary reflecting the event of this meeting. Verbatim audio/video
recordings are permanent records and are available on the Town’s Media Archives &
Minutes webpage: https://highlandbeach-fl.municodemeetings.com/
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File Attachments for Item:
A. Proposed amendment to the Town Code of Ordinances to incorporate sea turtle
protection lighting standards.
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TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
AGENDA MEMORANDUM
MEETING TYPE: Natural Resources Preservation Advisory Board (NRPAB) Meeting
MEETING DATE February 1, 2023
SUBMITTED BY: Ingrid Allen, Town Planner, Building Department
SUBJECT: Proposed amendment to the Town Code of Ordinances to incorporate
sea turtle protection lighting standards.
SUMMARY:
On October 18, 2022, the Town Commission considered an introduction to a proposed
amendment to the Town Code of Ordinances that would incorporate more comprehensive
standards for sea turtle protection lighting (see attached Commission memorandum). A motion
was made to send the proposed Ordinance to the NRPAB for review and to ask Gumbo Limbo,
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), and the Town’s marine turtle
permit holder to give their expert advice (motion carried 5-0). Note that the attached October
18, 2022 Commission memorandum provides an assessment of the current sea turtle lighting
regulations found in the Town Code as well as Town Comprehensive Plan policies that are
specific to the protection of sea turtles. In addition, the memorandum provides sea turtle data
from FWC.
A summary of the comments provided by FWC and Gumbo Limbo are provided below (see
Attachment No. 1, 2 and 3 for complete comments including those from the Town’s marine
turtle permit holder):
FWC:
- Add “footcandle” definition consistent with the State of Florida Model Lighting Ordinance
for Sea Turtle Protection (added to proposed Ordinance via bolded double underline).
- Provide a light transmittance of 15% to 30%.
- For temporary construction lighting, add the following two (2) additional regulations under
Section 4-8(k)(4):
c. Turned off during nighttime in sea turtle nesting season, or if authorized during sea
turtle nesting season, shall only be allowed from 6:00AM to 9:00PM, must be restricted
to the minimal amount necessary, and shall incorporate the standards in this section,
and
d. Restricted to the minimal number of foot-candles necessary to conform to the
applicable construction safety regulations.
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Gumbo Limbo:
- Revise definition of “beach” to reflect the “toe of the dune” rather than “permanent”
vegetation.
- Provide in Certified Wildlife Lighting definition where choices can be found.
- For temporary lighting, include cell phone screens (added to proposed Ordinance via
bolded double underline).
- Provide a light transmittance of 15% or 15% for all windows within 100 feet of the toe
of the dune and 45% for 100 feet beyond dune.
- For proposed Existing Exterior and Interior Lighting (Sec. 4.8(j)(2)b.) include the
removal of televisions away from windows (added to proposed Ordinance via bolded
double underline).
Note that at the October 18, 2022 Town Commission meeting, the Commission’s discussion
on the proposed Ordinance included adding examples of colors that pertain to the definition of
“long wavelength.” The proposed Ordinance has been revised, via bolded double underline,
to include such examples.
Light Transmittance:
According to the State of Florida Model Lighting Ordinance for Sea Turtle Protection (dated
December 17, 2020) and the proposed Town ordinance, all glass windows, walls, railing and
doors on the seaward side of any new construction shall use tinted glass with an inside to
outside Light Transmittance Value (LTV) of 45 percent or less. As noted above, FWC suggests
a LTV of 15 to 30% and Gumbo Limbo suggests a minimum LTV of 15 percent with some
exceptions. Attachment No. 4 provides a chart to illustrate the various light transmittance
percentages. The following table provides the current LTV adopted by those municipalities in
Palm Beach County that have sea turtle lighting regulations (according to FWC):
MUNICIPALITY LIGHT TRANSMITTANCE
Boca Raton 45% or less
Palm Beach County 45% or less
Delray Beach* 45% or less
Juno Beach* 45% or less
Ocean Ridge* 45% or less
* Municipalities that have adopted Palm Beach County’s Sea Turtle Protection Ordinance.
Also attached to this memorandum is a 2021 lighting survey that was conducted in Highland
Beach for a research project with Palm Beach County (Attachment No. 5). While the survey
was considered informal, it did record those properties with non-compliant lighting based on
the County Code.
Pursuant to the “Powers and duties” of the Board (Section 2 -140(c) of the Town Code), upon
review of the proposed ordinance, the Board shall advise the Town Commission, via a
recommendation(s), the need for modifications or changes to such ordinance.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Town Commission Memorandum – October 18, 2022.
Proposed Ordinance.
Attachment No. 1 - FWC comments on proposed Ordinance.
Attachment No. 2 - Gumbo Limbo comments on proposed Ordinance .
Attachment No. 3 - Highland Beach marine turtle Permit Holder comments.
Attachment No. 4 – Light transmittance percentages chart.
Attachment No. 5 - Lighting Survey for Highland Beach (2021) prepared by Palm Beach
County, Department of Environmental Resources Management.
RECOMMENDATION:
At the discretion of the Board.
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TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
AGENDA MEMORANDUM
MEETING TYPE: Town Commission Meeting
MEETING DATE October 18, 2022
SUBMITTED BY: Ingrid Allen, Town Planner, Building Department
SUBJECT: Introduction of proposed amendment to the Town Code of Ordinances
to incorporate sea turtle protection lighting standards.
SUMMARY:
Section 30-85 of the Town Code of Ordinances (“Town Code”) requires that “[a]ll lighting of all
structures east of SR A1A shall comply with the "sea turtle protection" lighting standards as
adopted by the town.” Such lighting standards are currently found in Section 4-8, and are
limited to the following provision:
(c) Lighting restrictions along beach. No artificial light shall illuminate any area of the beach
which may be used for turtle nesting and hatching during the period from March 1 to
October 31 of each year, from dusk to dawn.
Section 4-8 does not address the different types of artificial lighting sources (e.g. residential
dwellings, parking areas, walking paths, fountains, pool areas, etc.) that may be visible from
the beach including from structures west of State Road A1A nor does it provide specific types
of lighting fixtures and sources that protect sea turtle populations.
The Coastal Management/Conservation Element of the Town’s Comprehensive Plan provides
the following policies specific to the protection of sea turtles:
Objective 1.4 The Town will actively support protection and conservation of coastal natural
resources including manatees, sea turtles, seagrass beds, and mangrove stands. The Town
will have met this objective through the provision of education materials regarding the
protection of the coastal natural resources within the community.
Policy 1.4.1 The Town will coordinate with the appropriate agencies in order to ensure the
protection of its coastal natural resources, including manatees, sea turtles, seagrass beds,
and mangrove stands.
Policy 1.4.2 The Town shall maintain and enforce provisions to protect its coastal natural
resources, including manatees, sea turtles, seagrass beds, and mangrove stands, in its Code
of Ordinances.
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Policy 3.3.3 The Town will include within its land development regulati ons provisions to
require limitations on outside lighting so as to not attract sea turtle hatchlings away from the
water during hatching season.
In addition, the Town’s 2022 Strategic Priorities Plan includes a Sea Turtle Lighting Standards
initiative as part of the “Ranked Projects & Initiatives List.” Therefore, in compliance with the
Town Code, the Town Comprehensive Plan, and the Town’s 2022 Strategic Priorities Plan,
staff is proposing an amendment to the Town Code to incorporate more comprehensive sea
turtle protection lighting standards. The proposed Ordinance is based on the State of Florida
Model Lighting Ordinance for Sea Turtle Protection (dated December 17, 2020) and includes
the following provisions:
Purpose and intent
Definitions
Applicability
Lighting restrictions along beach
Standards for exterior and interior lighting affixed to new structures, new construction
and improvements to existing structures.
Outdoor areas
Parking areas and roadways
Pool areas
Beach access points and dune walkovers
Existing exterior and interior lighting
Special events, motor vehicles and temporary lighting
Enforcement, penalty
According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FW C), within the last
five (5) years, the Town has had more documented sea turtle nests than the Cities of Boca
Raton and Delray Beach (see Attached Table 1). The following table provides the annual sea
turtle nests totals for the Town from 2017-2022:
Year County Beach
Loggerhead
Nest
Green
Turtle Nest
Leatherback
Nest
% of County nests (all
species combined)
2017 Palm Beach Highland Beach 1,182 644 3 4.61
2018 Palm Beach Highland Beach 902 46 7 3.61
2019 Palm Beach Highland Beach 904 447 6 3.25
2020 Palm Beach Highland Beach 1,002 281 11 3.58
2021 Palm Beach Highland Beach 814 284 6 3.33
Survey Boundary Description Length (km)
649m South of Del Harbor Drive (26.43212, -80.06168) to 8 km
North of Palm Beach/Broward County Line (26.39106, -80.06613) 4.8
Data Source: FWC/FWRI Statewide Nesting Beach Survey Program
Database as of March 22, 2022
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According to the FWC, both the Leatherback and Green sea turtles are endangered while the
Loggerhead is threatened. Threats to each of these three (3) sea turtle species includes
coastal development which “…increases artificial lighting which can be detrimental to
hatchlings causing them to migrate towards the light instead of the ocean.”1
As part of the Commission’s introductory review of this item, it is worthwhile to note that
pursuant to Section 2-140(c) of the Town Code, the Natural Resources Preservation Advisory
Board (“Board”) has the power and duty to “[r]eview existing and proposed town ordinances
which affect the environment, and advise the town commission regarding the need for
modifications or changes to such ordinances.” Therefore, staff recommends that if the
Commission should desire to move forward with the proposed Ordinance, that it be reviewed
by the Board.
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Proposed Ordinance
Table 1 – Sea Turtle Data provided by FWC
Ordinance Process Flowchart
RECOMMENDATION:
At the discretion of the Town Commission.
1 https://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/profiles/
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Year County Beach
Survey
Length
(km)
Loggerhead
Nest
Loggerhead
FasleCrawl
Green
Turtle
Nest
Green
Turtle
False
Crawl
Leatherback
Nest
Leatherback
FalseCrawl
Annual
Number
ofNests
(allspecies
combined)
%of
County
Nests
(allspecies
combined)
NestDensity
(#Nests/Km)
allspecies
combined
2017 PalmBeach HighlandBeach 4.8 1,182 1,470 644 422 3 0 1,829 4.61 381
2018 PalmBeach HighlandBeach 4.8 902 840 46 26 7 0 955 3.61 199
2019 PalmBeach HighlandBeach 4.8 904 797 447 202 6 0 1,357 3.25 283
2020 PalmBeach HighlandBeach 4.8 1,002 844 281 115 11 0 1,294 3.58 270
2021 PalmBeach HighlandBeach 4.8 814 844 284 193 6 2 1,104 3.33 230
2017 PalmBeach BocaRaton 8.0 767 1,513 299 458 5 1 1,071 2.70 134
2018 PalmBeach BocaRaton 8.0 686 1,158 19 23 18 0 723 2.73 90
2019 PalmBeach BocaRaton 8.0 913 1,181 393 535 18 2 1,324 3.17 166
2020 PalmBeach BocaRaton 8.0 756 1,217 132 193 13 3 901 2.49 113
2021 PalmBeach BocaRaton 8.0 660 991 192 317 21 0 873 2.63 109
2017 PalmBeach DelrayBeach 4.5 252 900 46 120 6 2 304 0.77 68
2018 PalmBeach DelrayBeach 4.5 271 677 2 11 5 1 278 1.05 62
2019 PalmBeach DelrayBeach 4.5 290 655 58 85 15 1 363 0.87 81
2020 PalmBeach DelrayBeach 4.5 285 536 42 78 21 1 348 0.96 77
2021 PalmBeach DelrayBeach 4.5 356 589 28 43 15 3 399 1.20 89
2017 PalmBeach JunoBeach 9.7 5,149 8,896 4,343 7,282 64 8 9,556 24.06 985
2018 PalmBeach JunoBeach 9.7 5,552 7,512 353 404 111 24 6,016 22.74 620
2019 PalmBeach JunoBeach 9.7 6,452 10,738 4,258 6,541 123 12 10,833 25.92 1117
2020 PalmBeach JunoBeach 9.7 7,129 10,892 2,249 2,500 216 32 9,594 26.54 989
2021 PalmBeach JunoBeach 9.7 5,458 9,343 2,373 3,531 157 45 7,988 24.10 824
Year County
CountyTotals
(Cc)
County
Totals
(Cm)
County
Totals(Dc)
Annual
Numberof
Nestsin
PalmBeach
County
(allspecies
combined)
2017 PalmBeach 26,245 13,263 207 39,715
2018 PalmBeach 24,876 1,277 305 26,458
2019 PalmBeach 28,790 12,612 397 41,799
2020 PalmBeach 29,465 6,125 565 36,155
2021 PalmBeach 25,880 6,788 484 33,152
Cc=Loggerhead;Cm=GreenTurtle;Dc=Leatherback
DataSource:FWC/FWRIStatewideNestingBeachSurveyProgramDatabaseasof22March2022
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TABLE 1
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ORDINANCE INITIATION
The initiation of a new ordinance may originate from several different sources:
Commissioner/Staff initiative
Citizen concerns expressed through public comments
Response to state and federal actions
Advisory Board Initiative
INTRODUCTION TOWN COMMISSION
A proposal for a new ordinance is presented to the commission for consideration. If approved in concept, the
commission directs Town Manager and Town Attorney to research the subject matter and create a draft
ordinance. Draft ordinance forwarded to the appropriate Advisory Board for recommendation.
Staff/Legal Team
Research & Draft
Ordinance
ADVISORY BOARD(S)
The appropriate advisory board review and proposes any edits draft ordinance. This process may involve
multiple meetings for review and to solicit public comments. Once a draft is settled upon, the advisory board
provides and recommendation with the final draft to the commission for consideration for a First reading.
TOWN COMMISSION ‐‐ 1st READING
Commission discusses the public merits of the ordinance along with the recommendations of the assigned
advisory board(s). Public input provided. Commission may move forward to 2nd Reading/Public Hearing or
may send back to advisory board and/or staff for modifications or additional research.
TOWN COMMISSION ‐‐ 2nd READING/PUBLIC HEARING
After public hearing and final discussion, the commission votes to approve and enact ordinance. The
Commission may request additional modifications.
TOWN STAFF ‐‐ ADOPTION & IMPLEMENTATION
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TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
ORDINANCE NO
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING SECTION 4-8 “LIGHTING
RESTRICTIONS FOR PROTECTION OF SEA TURTLES” AND
SECTION 30-85 “COASTAL LIGHTING” OF THE TOWN CODE
OF ORDINANCES TO INCORPORATE LIGHTING
REGULATIONS FOR NEW AND EXISTING COASTAL
STRUCTURES IN ORDER TO MINIMIZE THE AFFECT OF
ARTIFICIAL LIGHT ON SEA TURTLE POPULATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ALL ORDINANCES IN
CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND
CODIFICATION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, is a duly constituted municipality
having such power and authority conferred upon it by the Florida Constitution and Chapter 166,
Florida Statutes; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Highland Beach recognizes that light pollution of beaches is a
serious threat to sea turtles inhabiting its beaches; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Highland Beach recognizes that nesting adult and hatchling
sea turtles are negatively affected by light pollution created by artificial light visible from any
portion of the beach; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Highland Beach recognizes that sea turtles are protected by
federal and state law; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Highland Beach recognizes that the quality of life of its
residents are enriched by a healthy sea turtle population; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Highland Beach desires to minimize the detrimental effect on
nesting sea turtle populations by implementing regulations that reduces the amount of artificial
light, intentionally or unintentionally visible from beaches, emanating from new or existing
residences;
WHEREAS, the Town Commission has determined that the amendment to the Code of
Ordinances is in the best interest of the Town of Highland Beach.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COMMISSION OF
THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
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Section 1. The foregoing facts and recitations contained in the preamble to this Ordinance
are hereby adopted and incorporated by reference as if fully set forth herein.
Section 2. The Town of Highland Beach Code of Ordinances is hereby amended by
amending Chapter 4 “Animals” to read as follows (deleting is stricken through and adding is
underlined):
Sec. 4-8. – Lighting restrictions for protection of sea turtles.
(a) Purpose and intent. The purpose of this section is to protect the threatened and endangered
sea turtles which nest along the beaches of the town from light sources that disrupt their
nesting and hatching. The intent is for the appropriate design and implementation of coastal
lighting to ensure that light pollution does not interfere with sea turtle nesting and hatching
events while at the same time protecting public safety.
(b) Definitions.
Artificial light the light emanating from any human-made device.
The "Bbeach" the zone of unconsolidated material that extends landward from the mean low
water line to the place where there is a marked change in material or physiographic form, or
to the line of permanent vegetation.
Certified wildlife lighting lighting fixtures and bulbs reviewed and approved with conditions
of use through the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Wildlife Lighting
Certification Process.
Cumulatively visible light from numerous artificial light sources that as a group can be seen
by an observer standing anywhere on the beach.
Directly visible when glowing element(s), lamp(s), globe(s), or reflector(s) of an artificial
light source can be seen by an observer standing anywhere on the beach.
Foot-Candle the English unit for measuring illuminance; the uniform illumination of a
surface one foot away from a point source of one candela; one lumen per square foot;
equal to 10.76 lux.
Frontal dune the first natural or man-made mound or bluff of sand which is located
landward of the beach and which has sufficient vegetation, height, continuity, and
configuration to offer protective value.
Full cutoff a lighting fixture constructed in such a manner that no light emitted by the
fixture, either directly from the lamp or a diffusing element or indirectly by reflection or
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refraction from any part of the luminaire, is projected at or above 90 degree as determined
by photometric test or certified by the fixture manufacturer.
Fully shielded a lighting fixture constructed in such a manner that the glowing elements,
lamps, globes, or reflectors of the fixture are completely covered by an opaque material to
prevent them from being directly visible from the beach. Any structural part of the light
fixture providing this shielding must be permanently affixed.
Indirectly visible light reflected from glowing element(s), lamp(s), globe(s), or reflector(s)
of an artificial light source that can be seen by an observer standing anywhere on the beach
without the light source being directly visible.
Long wavelength a lamp or light source emitting light wavelengths of 560 nanometers or
greater (which is amber, orange, or red) and absent wavelengths below 560 nanometers.
New construction all new construction of or additions and alterations to buildings, pools,
pavement, other structures, landscape areas or lighting systems. The most protective
lighting standards apply to new construction visible from the beach.
Non-egress Lighting exterior lighting that is not being used to light a distinct route or meet
minimum requirements for emergency access to or from a building, including but not
limited to decorative lights (e.g. strobe lights, string lights, etc.), balcony lights, landscape
lights, and uplights.
Outdoor Area: any portion of a property that could have an artificial light source not
attached to a permanent structure, including but not limited to pathway lighting, landscape
lighting, pool lighting.
Sea Turtle any turtle, including all life stages from egg to adult, of these species: Green
(Chelonia mydas), Leatherback (Dermochelys coriacea), Loggerhead (Caretta caretta),
Hawksbill (Eretmochelys imbricata), and Kemp’s ridley (Lepidochelys kempii). For the
purposes of this ordinance, the term sea turtle is synonymous with marine turtle.
Sea Turtle Nesting Habitat all sandy beach and unvegetated or sparsely vegetated dunes
immediately adjacent to the sandy beach and accessible to nesting female turtles.
Temporary lighting any non-permanent light source that may be hand-held or portable
including but not limited to tiki torches, lanterns, flashlights (including cell phone
flashlights and screens), candles, flash photography, etc.
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Tinted glass any glass treated to achieve an industry-approved, inside-to-outside light
transmittance value of 45 percent or less. Such transmittance is limited to the visible
spectrum (400 to 700 nanometers) and is measured as the percentage of light that is
transmitted through the glass.
(c) Applicability. This section shall apply to all properties within the Town that may produce
artificial light directly, indirectly, or cumulatively visible from any portion of the beach,
regardless of whether those properties are beachfront properties. The provisions of this
section are not intended to prevent the use of any design, materials or method of
installation or operation not specifically prescribed herein, provided any such alternate has
been approved. The Building Official may approve any such proposed alternate provided it:
(1) Provides at least approximate equivalence to the applicable specific requirements of this
section, and;
(2) Is otherwise satisfactory or complies with the intent of this section, and;
(3) Has been designed or approved by a registered lighting or electrical engineer and is
supported by calculations showing that the design submitted meets that intent of the
section.
(4) Has been determined to meet requirements for Certified Wildlife Lighting and/or lights
that meet FWC’s Wildlife Lighting Guidelines, including long wavelength light sources
(without the use of filters), full cut-off, and fully shielded fixtures.
(dc) Lighting restrictions along beach. No artificial light shall illuminate any area of the beach
which may be used for turtle nesting and hatching during the period from March 1 to
October 31 of each year, from dusk to dawn.
(e) Standards for exterior and interior lighting affixed to new structures, new construction and
improvements to existing structures.
(1) All lighting affixed to the exterior of new permanent structures, construction or
additions shall be long wavelength, downward directed, full cutoff, fully shielded and
mounted as close to the ground or finished floor surface as possible.
(2) As an exception to (e)(1) above, non-egress lighting may be affixed to the landward
exterior of permanent structures provided that the fixtures are fitted with a long
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wavelength source and are not directly, indirectly, or cumulatively visible from any
portion of the beach.
(3) Lighting at egress points shall be limited to the minimum number of fixtures and foot-
candles necessary to meet federal, state, and local safety requirements.
(4) Locations including but not limited to stairwells, elevators, parking garages, or
courtyards shall not produce light that is directly, indirectly, or cumulatively visible
from any portion of the beach. Light screens, shades or curtains shall be used to block
visibility of interior lights from the beach. Light screens shall be used on open or
enclosed staircases on the seaward or shore-perpendicular side of a building or for
parking garages to limit visibility of lights from the nesting beach.
(5) All glass windows, walls, railings and doors on the seaward and shore-perpendicular
sides of any new construction shall use tinted glass with an inside to outside light
transmittance value of 45 percent or less.
(6) Emergency lights are not subject to the above standards if on a separate circuit and
activated only during power outages or other situations in which emergency lighting is
necessary for public safety.
(f) Outdoor areas.
(1) All lighting of outdoor areas shall be long wavelength, downward directed, full
cutoff, fully shielded and mounted as close to the ground or finished floor surface as
possible.
(2) Lighting of paths, walks and routes of building access shall use low level fixtures
such as step, paver, path, recessed wall or bollard lights. Bollard lights are not to
exceed 42 inches in height and other low level fixtures are to meet the height
requirements of FWC’s Wildlife Lighting Guidelines. Fixtures shall be downward
directed and utilize long wavelength lamps and beachside shields.
(3) As an exception to (f)(1) above, non-egress outdoor lighting may be installed
landward of buildings or other opaque structures provided that they are fitted with
long wavelength light sources and are not directly, indirectly, or cumulatively visible
from any portion of the beach.
(4) Internally or externally lighted signs shall not be located on the seaward and shore-
perpendicular sides of any structures, and shall not produce light that is directly,
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indirectly, or cumulatively visible from any portion of the beach.
(5) Ponds and fountains on the seaward and shore-perpendicular sides of any structures
shall not produce light that is directly, indirectly, or cumulatively visible from any
portion of the beach.
(6) Fire pits located on the seaward and shore-perpendicular sides of any structure shall be
shielded with an opaque structure or partition, and positioned such that the flame is
not directly, indirectly, or cumulatively visible from any portion of the beach. Bonfires
and bonfire pits are prohibited within sea turtle nesting habitat during sea turtle nesting
season.
(7) Televisions or other illuminated screens shall be located landward of the dune and shall
be shielded or positioned such that they are not directly, indirectly, or cumulatively
visible from the beach.
(g) Parking areas and roadways
(1) All lighting of parking areas and roadways shall be long wavelength, downward
directed, full cutoff, fully shielded, and mounted to the minimum level required to
maintain compliance with federal, state and local law.
(2) Parking area and roadway lighting shall be shielded from the beach via vegetation,
natural features, or artificial structures rising from the ground. These shall prevent
artificial light sources, including but not limited to vehicular headlights, from producing
light that is directly, indirectly, or cumulatively visible from any portion of the beach.
(3) Lighting of roadways and parking areas shall produce no more lighting than the
minimum requirement as outlined by federal, state and local law.
(4) Lighting of parking areas and roadways shall consist of either:
a. Ground-level downward-directed fixtures, equipped with interior dark-colored, non-
reflective baffles or louvers, mounted either with a wall mount, on walls or piles,
facing away from the beach, or
b. Bollard-type fixtures, which do not extend more than 42 inches above the adjacent
floor or deck, measured from the bottom of fixture, equipped with downward-directed
louvers that completely hide the light source, and externally shielded on the side
facing the beach, or
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c. Pole-mounted lights shall only be used in parking areas and roadways when mounting
the lights at lower elevations cannot practicably comply with minimum light levels set
forth in applicable federal and state laws designed to protect public safety. If required,
pole-mounted lights shall be:
1. Located on the landward sides of buildings and shall not produce light that is
directly, indirectly, or cumulatively visible from any portion of the beach,
2. Mounted at the minimum height required to meet the minimum light level
requirement, and
3. Downward-directed onto non-reflective surfaces.
(5) Equipment/storage areas, and temporary security lights shall also adhere to the lighting
restrictions contained in this section.
(h) Pool Areas.
(1) Lighting of pool decks, pool facilities, swimming pools, and spas shall be long
wavelength and fully shielded.
(2) Lighting of the pool water surfaces and the pool wet deck surfaces shall comply with the
minimum light levels set forth in applicable federal and state laws designed to protect
public safety.
(3) Above-water lighting of pool decks, pool facilities, swimming pools, and spas shall
otherwise adhere to the applicable requirements for acceptable light fixtures contained in
(h) 1 and 2 above.
(4) Underwater lighting of pools or spa light shall:
a. Be mounted horizontally in the wall, and
b. Not produce light that is directly, indirectly, or cumulatively visible from any portion
of the beach, and
c. Shall comply with minimum light levels set forth in applicable federal and state laws
designed to protect public safety.
(i) Beach Access Points and Dune Walkovers.
(1) Lighting of beach access points shall be located and configured to only illuminate areas
landward of the beach and frontal dune. All lighting of beach access points shall be long
wavelength, downward directed, full cutoff and fully shielded and shall not be directly,
indirectly, or cumulatively visible from the beach.
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(2) Lights are allowable on dune walkovers or elevated boardwalks only as required for
building code purposes and may only be installed landward of the frontal dune.
Walkover lighting shall not be directly, indirectly or cumulatively visible from the
beach.
(j) Existing Exterior and Interior Lighting.
(1) Reduce or eliminate the negative effects of existing exterior artificial lighting through
the following measures:
a. Reposition, modify or remove existing lighting fixtures so that the point source of
light or any reflective surface of the light fixture is no longer directly, indirectly or
cumulatively visible from the beach;
b. Replace fixtures having an exposed light source with fully shielded fixtures;
c. Replace any light source, light bulb or lamp that is not long wavelength (e.g.
incandescent, fluorescent, or high intensity lighting) with the lowest wattage long
wavelength (e.g. LED or low pressure sodium) light source or lamp available for
the specific application;
d. Replace non-directional fixtures with directional fixtures that point down and away
from the beach;
e. Provide shields for fixtures visible from the beach and not practical to immediately
be replaced. Beachside shields are to cover 270 degrees and extend below the
bottom edge of the fixture on the seaward side so that the light source or any
reflective surface of the light fixture is not visible from the beach;
f. Replace pole lamps with low-profile, low-level luminaries so that the light source or
any reflective surface of the light fixture is not visible from the beach;
g. Plant or improve vegetation buffers between the light source and the beach to screen
light from the beach;
h. Construct a ground level barrier landward of the beach and frontal dune to shield
light sources from the beach. Ground-level barriers are to be considered a last resort
when no other remediation of the light source is feasible. Ground level barriers may
be subject to state coastal construction control line regulations under section
161.053, Florida Statutes, and must not interfere with sea turtle nesting or hatchling
emergence, or cause short- or long- term damage to the beach and dune system;
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i. Permanently remove or permanently disable any fixture which cannot be brought into
compliance with the provisions of these standards.
(2) Take one or more of the following measures to minimize interior light emanating from
doors and windows within line-of-sight of the beach:
a. Apply window tint or film that meets the light transmittance standards for tinted glass;
b. Rearrange lamps, televisions, and other moveable fixtures away from windows;
c. Use opaque shades or room darkening window treatments (e.g., blinds, curtains,
screens) to shield interior lights from the beach.
(k) Special Events, Motor Vehicles, and Temporary Lighting.
(1) Lighting associated with a special event that may directly, indirectly, or cumulatively be
visible from any portion of the beach shall not be authorized at nighttime during sea turtle
nesting season.
(2) The operation of all motorized vehicles as provided in section 5-4, shall be prohibited on the
beach at nighttime during sea turtle nesting season.
(3) Within sea turtle nesting season, temporary work zone lighting for roadway construction
and during declared emergencies shall be directed away from the beach to avoid
illumination of or direct visibility from the beach. Work zone luminaires shall be shielded to
avoid lighting areas outside of the immediate construction area.
(4) All other temporary construction lighting shall be:
a. Inclusive of all the standards of this section, including using fixtures that are long
wavelength, downward directed, full cutoff, and fully shielded so light is not directly or
indirectly visible from the beach, and
b. Mounted less than eight feet above the adjacent floor or deck, measured from the bottom
of fixture, and
(5) Handheld and other portable temporary lighting shall not be directed toward or used in a
manner that disturbs sea turtles.
(ld) Enforcement, penalty. Anyone violating any provisions of this section shall be punished in
accordance with all provisions of this Code including but not limited to reference of the
violation to the code enforcement board.
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Section 3. The Town of Highland Beach Code of Ordinances, is hereby amended by
amending Chapter 30 “Zoning,” Article V “Natural Resources,” Section 30-85 “Coastal lighting”
to read as follows (deleting is stricken through and adding is underlined):
Sec. 30-85. – Coastal Lighting
All lighting of all properties within the Town that may produce artificial light directly, indirectly,
or cumulatively visible from any portion of the beach, regardless of whether those properties are
beachfront properties structures east of SR A1A shall comply with the "sea turtle protection"
lighting standards as provided in section 4-8 adopted by the town.
Section 4. Severability. The provisions of this Ordinance are declared to be severable and if
any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance shall for any reason be held to be
invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining sections,
sentences, clauses, and phrases of this Ordinance but they shall remain in effect, it being the
legislative intent that this Ordinance shall stand notwithstanding the invalidity of any part.
Section 5. Repeal of Laws in Conflict. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict
herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict.
Section 6. Codification. Section 2 of the Ordinance may be made a part of the Town Code
of Ordinances and may be re-numbered or re-lettered to accomplish such, and the word
“ordinance” may be changed to “section,” “division,” or any other appropriate word.
Section 7. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be effective immediately upon adoption at
second reading.
The foregoing Ordinance was moved by __________________________________, seconded by
________________________________ and upon being put to the vote, the vote was as follows:
AYE NAY
Mayor Douglas Hillman ____ ____
Vice Mayor Natasha Moore ____ ____
Commissioner David Stern ____ ____
Commissioner Evalyn David ____ ____
Commissioner John Shoemaker ____ ____
PASSED on first reading at the Regular Commission meeting held on this _____ day of
_________________, 2023.
The foregoing Ordinance was moved by _________________________________, seconded by
________________________________ and upon being put to the vote, the vote was as follows:
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AYE NAY
Mayor Douglas Hillman ____ ____
Vice Mayor Natasha Moore ____ ____
Commissioner Peggy Gossett-Seidman ____ ____
Commissioner Evalyn David ____ ____
Commissioner John Shoemaker ____ ____
PASSED AND ADOPTED on second and final reading at the Regular Commission meeting held
on this _____ day of _________________, 2023.
ATTEST:
By:
Lanelda Gaskins, MMC
Town Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY:
By: _________________________________
Glen J. Torcivia, Town Attorney
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From:SeaTurtleLighting
To:Ingrid Allen; SeaTurtleLighting
Cc:Seckinger, Eric; Trindell, Robbin; Mongiovi, Beth; Valvo, Jennifer
Subject:RE: proposed sea turtle lighting ordinance - Town of Highland Beach
Date:Tuesday, December 13, 2022 9:37:41 AM
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Dear Ingrid,
Thank you for the opportunity to provide you with comments on the proposed Sea Turtle Ordinance
for the Town of Highland Beach, FL. We have a few suggested additions. They are shown as
underlined text below:
Section 4.8(b) Definitions.
Foot-candle the English unit for measuring illuminance; the uniform illumination of a surface
one foot away from a point source of one candela; one lumen per square foot; equal to
10.76 lux.
Nesting Season for Palm Beach County is March 1 to October 31.
Section 4.8(e)(5) All glass windows, walls, railings and doors on the seaward and shore-
perpendicular sides of any new construction shall use tinted glass with an inside to outside
light transmittance value of 45 percent or less. However, a light transmittance of 15% to 30%
is recommended by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Section 4.8(k)(4)
a. Inclusive of…
b. Mounted less than…
c. Turned off during nighttime in sea turtle nesting season, or if authorized during
sea turtle nesting season, shall only be allowed from 6:00AM to 9:00PM, must be
restricted to the minimal amount necessary, and shall incorporate the standards in
this section, and
d. restricted to the minimal number of foot-candles necessary to conform to the
applicable construction safety regulations.
We hope you find the comments useful and appreciated that you reached out for comments from
the staff at the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Sincerely,
Jennifer
Jennifer J. Valvo, Ph.D.
Fisheries & Wildlife Biologist III
ATTACHMENT NO. 1
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Imperiled Species Management Section
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Email: Jennifer.Valvo@MyFWC.com
Phone: (850)922-4330
1875 Orange Avenue East
Tallahassee, FL 32311
From: Ingrid Allen <iallen@highlandbeach.us>
Sent: Monday, November 21, 2022 10:31 AM
To: SeaTurtleLighting <SeaTurtleLighting@MyFWC.com>
Cc: Seckinger, Eric <Eric.Seckinger@MyFWC.com>; Trindell, Robbin <robbin.trindell@MyFWC.com>;
Mongiovi, Beth <Mary.Mongiovi@MyFWC.com>
Subject: RE: proposed sea turtle lighting ordinance - Town of Highland Beach
[EXTERNAL SENDER] Use Caution opening links or attachments
Jennifer:
Thank you for your email. If you would kindly provide comments no later than December 13th. As I
indicated below, the Town’s proposed Ordinance is based on the State Model Ordinance dated 12-
17-20.
Sincerely,Ingrid Allen
Town Planner
Town of Highland Beach
3614 S. Ocean Boulevard
Highland Beach FL 33487
(561) 278-4540 Office (option 3)
(561) 278-2606 Fax
www.highlandbeach.us
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From: SeaTurtleLighting <SeaTurtleLighting@MyFWC.com>
Sent: Friday, November 18, 2022 4:03 PM
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To: Ingrid Allen <iallen@highlandbeach.us>
Cc: SeaTurtleLighting <SeaTurtleLighting@MyFWC.com>; Seckinger, Eric
<Eric.Seckinger@MyFWC.com>; Trindell, Robbin <robbin.trindell@MyFWC.com>; Mongiovi, Beth
<Mary.Mongiovi@MyFWC.com>
Subject: RE: proposed sea turtle lighting ordinance - Town of Highland Beach
Dear Ms. Allen,
Thank you for reaching out to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) for comments
on the proposed Sea Turtle Ordinance for the Town of Highland Beach, FL. FWC staff
appreciate the opportunity to review and provide comments on the ordinance. Please let me
know if there is an impeding or designated deadline that must be met.
Sincerely,
Jennifer
Jennifer J. Valvo, Ph.D.
Fisheries & Wildlife Biologist III
Imperiled Species Management Section
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Email: Jennifer.Valvo@MyFWC.com
Phone: (850)922-4330
1875 Orange Avenue East
Tallahassee, FL 32311
From: Mongiovi, Beth <Mary.Mongiovi@MyFWC.com>
Sent: Monday, October 24, 2022 10:46 AM
To: Ingrid Allen <iallen@highlandbeach.us>
Cc: SeaTurtleLighting <SeaTurtleLighting@MyFWC.com>
Subject: proposed sea turtle lighting ordinance - Town of Highland Beach
Good morning Ingrid.
This request should go to our lighting staff who I have included in my response.
Thanks.
Beth Mongiovi (Brost)
Assistant Research Scientist
Marine Turtle Research
Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
100 8th Avenue SE
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
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(727) 502-4738 (Office), (727) 410-2499 (Cell)
http://myfwc.com/research/wildlife/sea-turtles/
“…in Wildness is the Preservation of the World.” – Henry David Thoreau
From: Ingrid Allen <iallen@highlandbeach.us>
Sent: Monday, October 24, 2022 10:18 AM
To: Mongiovi, Beth <Mary.Mongiovi@MyFWC.com>
Subject: proposed sea turtle lighting ordinance - Town of Highland Beach
Hi Beth:
The Town is proposing a sea turtle lighting ordinance that is based on the State Model Ordinance
Lighting Ordinance for sea turtle protection (dated 12-17-20). The ordinance was introduced to the
Town Commission on 10/6/22 and the Commission asked that it be reviewed by the Town’s Natural
Resources Preservation Advisory Board, Gumbo Limbo and FWC. That said, I have attached the
proposed ordinance and would appreciate any comments and/or support at your earliest
convenience.
Thank you.
Sincerely,Ingrid Allen
Town Planner
Town of Highland Beach
3614 S. Ocean Boulevard
Highland Beach FL 33487
(561) 278-4540 Office (option 3)
(561) 278-2606 Fax
www.highlandbeach.us
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From:Anderson, David
To:Ingrid Allen
Subject:RE: TOWN: Sea Turtle Lighting Ordinance Updating
Date:Tuesday, October 25, 2022 10:46:49 AM
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Hi Ingrid,
Overall a very nice job with the ordinance! I consulted with Dr. Kirt Rusenko and below are some
comments. Let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you,
David
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Sec. 4-8.
(b) Definitions.
“Beach”
Comment: There is really no “permanent” vegetation on the dune. Suggest changing “the line of
permanent vegetation” to “the toe of the dune” which as been defined for ordinances. The
“permanent vegetation line” is way farther west than the toe of the dune. This might be something
that can be used to restrict lighting further inland from the beach.
“Certified wildlife lighting”
Comment: Maybe this part includes the FWC website or at least provide where these lighting
choices can be found?
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“Temporary lighting”
Comment: Include cell phone screens?
“Tinted glass”
Comment: Try for higher tinting, e.g., 15% transmittance, which would also save residents on air
conditioning bills. Or maybe 15% transmittance for all windows within 100 feet of the toe of the
dune and 45% transmittance for 100 feet beyond of the dune. (Inverse Square Law of Light – light
decreases with distance).
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(d) Lighting restrictions along beach.
Comment: Might this section include skyglow as a source of lighting that illuminates the beach?
(e) Standards for exterior and interior lighting . . .
(1)
Comment: This is great!
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(3)
Comment: Longer wavelength lighting requires fewer foot-candles at night to adequately light an
area. So, after the Illuminating Engineering Society determines proper definitions for
scotopic/photopic ratios the required foot-candles may be reduced in the future for beachfront
lighting.
(5)
Comment: Similar to comment above, go for 15% transmittance.
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(j) Existing Exterior and Interior Lighting
(1)
Comment: Nice section! More of a carrot than a stick.
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(2)
b.
Comment: “Rearrange lamps, TVs, and other . . . “
David Anderson | Sea Turtle Conservation Coordinator
City of Boca Raton, Recreation Services - Gumbo Limbo Nature Center
1801 N. Ocean Blvd., Boca Raton, FL 33432
P 561-544-8614 | manderson@myboca.us
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From: Ingrid Allen <iallen@highlandbeach.us>
Sent: Thursday, October 20, 2022 1:56 PM
To: Anderson, David <MAnderson@ci.boca-raton.fl.us>
Subject: [EXTERNAL] RE: TOWN: Sea Turtle Lighting Ordinance Updating
David:
I appreciate your quick response. Thank you for offering to review the Ordinance. Again, kindly
provide any comments and/or support of the Ordinance at your earliest convenience. I will be
emailing all interested parties early next week on whether the Ordinance will make the 11-2-22
NRPAB meeting agenda or a future date.
Sincerely,
Ingrid Allen
Town Planner
Town of Highland Beach
3614 S. Ocean Boulevard
Highland Beach FL 33487
(561) 278-4540 Office (option 3)
(561) 278-2606 Fax
www.highlandbeach.us
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Beach officials and employees regarding public business are public records available to the public and media upon request.
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From: Anderson, David <MAnderson@ci.boca-raton.fl.us>
Sent: Thursday, October 20, 2022 1:24 PM
To: Ingrid Allen <iallen@highlandbeach.us>
Subject: RE: TOWN: Sea Turtle Lighting Ordinance Updating
Hi Ingrid,
I will be glad to look over the ordinance and provide comments. Unfortunately, I have a meeting at
the day and time of the NRPAB meeting. Meanwhile, I will be happy to provide any more info upon
request – photos, examples, data, etc. I will reply to the other e-mail as well.
Thank you for reaching out to me.
David
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David Anderson | Sea Turtle Conservation Coordinator
City of Boca Raton, Recreation Services - Gumbo Limbo Nature Center
1801 N. Ocean Blvd., Boca Raton, FL 33432
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From: Ingrid Allen <iallen@highlandbeach.us>
Sent: Thursday, October 20, 2022 12:15 PM
To: Anderson, David <MAnderson@ci.boca-raton.fl.us>
Subject: [EXTERNAL] FW: TOWN: Sea Turtle Lighting Ordinance Updating
Mr. Anderson:
Just wanted to follow up on Joanne’s email below. Note that the Town’s proposed Sea Turtle
Ordinance (see attached) is based on the State of Florida Model Lighting Ordinance for Sea Turtle
Protection (dated December 17, 2020). As I indicated below, in my initial email to Joanne, the
Ordinance was introduced to the Town Commission on 10-18-22. Upon the Commission’s review,
their direction was to have the Ordinance reviewed by the Town’s Natural Resources Preservation
Advisory Board (NRPAB) as well as Gumbo Limbo. That said, in addition to your attendance at the
NRPAB meeting (tentatively on 11/2/22 at 1:00pm), would you be able to review the Ordinance and
kindly provide any comments and/or general support at your earliest convenience? Kindly advise.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Ingrid Allen
Town Planner
Town of Highland Beach
3614 S. Ocean Boulevard
Highland Beach FL 33487
(561) 278-4540 Office (option 3)
(561) 278-2606 Fax
www.highlandbeach.us
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From:Barbara Blanid James
To:Ingrid Allen; ryansarewe@bellsouth.net
Cc:David Anderson; Jeff Remas; Marshall Labadie
Subject:HIGHLAND BEACH Sea Turtle Lighting Ordinance U-TUBE
Date:Thursday, October 20, 2022 12:27:55 PM
Dear Joanne Ryan (FWC Permit #22-100) and others - In my 21+ years as a
resident of Highland Beach and most of those years as a Sea Turtle Program
volunteer and/or Permit Holder, this is the very first time I have seen such
attention to detail from true professionals that we finally have in our Village
Government. The Sea Turtle Lighting Ordinance which was formerly two
sentences (if that) is finally, in 2022-23, being upgraded beyond
expectations. The eleven page potential Ordinance can be found on the
Town website. The Town has taken the ball and run very fast and furious
with it. I will attempt to watch/listen to the 11/2 Commission meeting on
my cell phone, as I am not available to attend.
Following is a link to the U-Tube portion of the Town Commission's
October 18th, 2022 meeting. (78) 10/018/2022 Town Commission
Meeting - YouTube (click on the link at bottom
The Turtle Lighting Topic discussion appears starting at 1:36:58 and
ending at 2:00:32.
This replacement Ordinance will be "approved" at a future meeting. OUR
CURRENT TOWN GOVERNMENT WANTS THIS ORDINANCE. Celebration
indeed. Thanks to those involved in making this happen - Barbara James
PS - if you attempt to find this meeting another way, please note that U-Tube
description has a typo - is shows 10/018/2022 instead of 10/18/2022.
On Thursday, October 20, 2022 at 06:01:17 AM EDT, ryansarewe@bellsouth.net
<ryansarewe@bellsouth.net> wrote:
10/018/2022 Town Commission Meeting
ATTACHMENT NO. 3
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Good morning, Ingrid,
Thank you for the invitation to the NRPAB meeting regarding the sea turtle lighting ordinance. I would be
happy to attend the meeting on Nov 2nd and I am including in this email the representatives that I think
would be interested in attending for Palm Beach County, FWC and Gumbo Limbo.
I will reach out to our "turtle team" and see who can be available to attend as well.
Also, I want to thank Barbara for keeping the ball rolling on this issue. As she mentioned in her emails,
the code compliance staff has been excellent in resolving lighting issues over this past summer.
Thank you for all your efforts.
See you in November.
Joanne Ryan
Highland Beach MT Permit #100
561-441-4375
On Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at 11:35:42 AM EDT, Ingrid Allen <iallen@highlandbeach.us> wrote:
Joanne:
Good afternoon. The introduction of the sea turtle lighting Ordinance went before the Town Commission
yesterday. The Commission made a motion to have the Town’s Natural Resources Preservation Advisory
Board (NRPAB) review the Ordinance and have yourself, as the current Marine Turtle Permit Holder (and
any volunteers) as well as representatives from Gumbo Limbo and FWC attend such NRPAB meeting.
That said, the NRAPB meets quarterly, and their next meeting is November 2, 2022 at 1:00pm (Town Hall
Chambers). Would you be available to attend on November 2nd? Also, can you provide me with any
contacts you may have over at Gumbo Limbo and any local contact at FWC (I have been in contact with
Beth Mongiovi of FWC but she is based in St. Petersburg.). Kindly advise at your earliest convenience.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Ingrid Allen
Town Planner
From: bocablanid <bocablanid@yahoo.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 13, 2022 8:11 PM
To: Ingrid Allen <iallen@highlandbeach.us>; bocablanid@yahoo.com
Cc: Jeff Remas <bco@highlandbeach.us>; Joanne Ryan <ryansarewe@bellsouth.net>
Subject: RE: TOWN: Sea Turtle Lighting Ordinance Updating
Ingrid (and Jeff) .... this is, indeed, great news. I am forwarding to the current Marine Turtle Permit Holder
- Joanne Ryan. (I am behind the scenes attempting to back away as she builds the Program under her
fresh vision).
As a "civilian", I must admit, reading legalize has always been a challenge for me ! I gave it a shot and
with a few eyeball rolls as I was feeling somewhat inadequate, it appears to cover many bases and I am
quite impressed.
Thank you again for taking the lead and getting this "on the books --- finally". You continue to show
you're valuable assets to our Town.
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Best to you both ... Barbara
PS .. Glad to report that Jeff and his Ordinance Official(s) were a great help with those violations we
reported this year. They now will have the "paper to stand on" in future nesting seasons. BRAVO
-------- Original message --------
From: Ingrid Allen <iallen@highlandbeach.us>
Date: 10/13/22 3:25 PM (GMT-05:00)
To: Barbara Blanid James <bocablanid@yahoo.com>
Cc: Jeff Remas <bco@highlandbeach.us>
Subject: RE: TOWN: Sea Turtle Lighting Ordinance Updating
Barbara:
FYI, at the 10-18-22 Town Commission meeting, the Commission will be considering the Introduction of a
proposed sea turtle ordinance (see attached). The ordinance is based on the State of Florida’s model
lighting ordinance for sea turtle protection. The staff memorandum that will accompany the ordinance will
be available on the Town’s website the Friday before the meeting at the following link:
https://highlandbeach-fl.municodemeetings.com/?
Sincerely,
Ingrid Allen
Town Planner
From: Barbara Blanid James <bocablanid@yahoo.com>
Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2022 11:49 AM
To: Marshall Labadie <mlabadie@highlandbeach.us>
Cc: Terisha Cuebas <tcuebas@highlandbeach.us>; Douglas Hillman <dhillman@highlandbeach.us>;
Natasha Moore <nmoore@highlandbeach.us>; Peggy Gossett-Seidman
<pseidman@highlandbeach.us>; Evalyn David <edavid@highlandbeach.us>; John Shoemaker
<jshoemaker@highlandbeach.us>; Jeff Remas <bco@highlandbeach.us>; Ingrid Allen
<iallen@highlandbeach.us>; JOANNE RYAN <ryansarewe@bellsouth.net>; Craig Hartmann
<chartmann@highlandbeach.us>
Subject: TOWN: Sea Turtle Lighting Ordinance Updating
TO: Marshall Labadie - Town Manager
TO: Assistant Town Manager - Terisha Cuebas
CC's TO: Our Town Commissioners
CC: Craig Hartmann - Chief HBPD
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CC: Joanne Ryan - FWC Marine Turtle Permit Holder 22-100
CC: Jeff Remas - HB Building Official
CC: Ingrid Allen - HB Town Planner
FROM: Barbara James - Former Sea Turtle Permit Holder
RE: UPDATING SEA TURTLE LIGHTING ORDINANCE
Dear Marshall - (and Ladies and Gentlemen) -
As I am not sure exactly whom to address this request, you are all the lucky recipients
of this e-mail. Okay - Down to business:
The Town has a two sentence Ordinance about Beach-Front Lighting during Sea
Turtle Nesting Season. It was written in the early 1980's (or close enough to that
time). For years it has been a struggle to actually clarify to those "in violation" that
they are indeed "in violation". Many Towns, Counties and Cities here in Florida and
all the way up to the Carolinas have "clearer, newer" Ordinances for these exact
issues. Scratching my head, a dozen or so years ago, I inquired of the Town to look
into this. Got a pat on the head and said "certainly, we will look into it".
During the pandemic, after having reported one of the "Lights on the Beach"
violations, I recall that Jeff Remas and Ingrid Allen told me that they had started the
process of "LOOKING INTO THE NECESSARY ORDINANCE UPDATING" - - and
one of them (?) had mentioned to me that they had reached out and gotten clear,
concise, enforceable material from extremely appropriate sources, enabling them to
write the Up-Date that I had been looking for so long. We all got lost during the
pandemic freeze-in-place era, so I didn't push, ask or even think about it.
BUT - after having attended the Town Commission meeting yesterday, I saw Jeff
coming down the hallway. I put out my foot to trip him; it caused him to stop abruptly
and in 25 words or less (hard to believe from me), he said YES, they had indeed
completed the necessary rewrite and it just had to be brought up on a future agenda.
I won't bother you with the numerous emails to Code Enforcement / Building
Department his season with violations of lighting ordinances, and the fast and efficient
investigation and completion of those events. We now have a SUPERIOR TEAM in
our CODE/BUILDING Department. Better than we have had since I have owned
here since 1998. Let's take full advantage of their commitment, their fire, their
efficiency and their drive. They have the "product". Ready. Now.
As mentioned, I had 25 words with Jeff. I do not know whom to ask to put this
Completed Project on an Agenda for approval, or discussion, or whatever is deemed
necessary. The work is done (thanks in part to Covid quiet time). Those of us
working in our "Sea Turtle Nesting Sanctuary" (aka Highland Beaches three-
mile maternity ward) could use the support when violations are affecting the nesting.
I admit having made this letter less than Business/Professional - but that was to hope you would read
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through it.
Closing on a serious note, please consider adding the Sea Turtle Lighting
Ordinance Update to a not-to-distant future Commission Meeting for
discussion, recommendation and approval.
Grateful for your continued support,
Barbara James
FWC Q.I. / former Permit Holder
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Window Tint Visible Light Transmittance
Source: Lighting Guide, Marine Turtle Protection Ordinance, Sarasota County, FL
ATTACHMENT NO. 4
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From:Teal Kawana
To:Adam Osowsky; Ingrid Allen
Subject:Highland Beach Lighting Survey
Date:Tuesday, October 25, 2022 12:05:35 PM
Attachments:image001.png
Highland Photosheet 090221.docx.pdf
Good Afternoon,
As requested, the Highland Beach photosheet from our 2021 lighting survey is attached. This was an
informal survey that was conducted for a research project with the County and we recorded properties
with non-compliant lighting based off of the conditions in our County ordinance. Please let me know if
you have any questions. Thank you.
Teal Kawana
Environmental Analyst
Palm Beach County
Dept. of Environmental Resources Mgmt.
2300 North Jog Road, 4th Floor
West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Email:TKawana@pbcgov.org
Office: (561)-681-3852
Under Florida law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in
response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by
phone or in writing.
ATTACHMENT NO. 5
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1
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2359 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Interior 2+ rooms East
1
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2
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2363 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Up lighting on vegetation Unknown Southeast
2 Indirect illumination Unknown Southeast
1
2
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3
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2365 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Up lighting on vegetation Unknown Southeast, Northeast
2 Indirect illumination Unknown East
1 1 2
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4
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2367 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Path lights ~3 East beach access
1
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5
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2375 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Up lighting on vegetation Unknown East
2 Pole mounts Unknown Northeast, beach access
1
2
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6
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2395 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Wall mounts 3-4 North along wall
2 Bollards ~5 Southeast
3 Green indirect illumination from pool Unknown East
4 Interior 3+ rooms East
1
2
2 3
4
2375 S Ocean Blvd
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7
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2435 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Purple indirect illumination from pool
lighting
Unknown East
2 Interior 1-2 Rooms East
3 Path lights 12 East, to beach
1 2
3
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8
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2445 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Wall mount 1 East
1
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9
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2455 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Up light 1 East
1
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10
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
Townhouse of Highland Beach
September 02, 2021
2565 S Ocean Blvd
1
2
2
3
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Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
Townhouse of Highland Beach
September 02, 2021
2565 S Ocean Blvd
2
4
4
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12
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
Townhouse of Highland Beach
September 02, 2021
2565 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Ceiling mounted 1 North
2 Interior 8-10 units Northeast, Northwest,
East
3 Indirect illumination, white Unknown Northeast
4 Indirect illumination, blue/purple Unknown East, Southeast
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13
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
Townhouse of Highland Beach
September 02, 2021
2575 S Ocean Blvd
2
3
6
4
1 1 1 4 4
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14
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
Townhouse of Highland Beach
September 02, 2021
2575 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Ceiling mounted ~5 North, East
2 Purple indirect Unknown East, Northeast
3 Street light/parking lot light 1 West
4 White wall mounted ~5-10 East
5 White indirect on building Unknown South
6 Interior ~ 5 units East, Southeast
6
5
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15
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2635 S Ocean Blvd
1
2
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Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2635 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Indirect illumination caused by unknown
fixture on gate
1 East/ Southeast
2 Ceiling mounted 1 East, in cupula
1
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17
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2633 S Ocean Blvd
1
2
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Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2633 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Indirect illumination caused by unknown
fixture
Unknown East, Northeast
2 Interior 1 room East
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19
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2701 S Ocean Blvd
1
2
3
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20
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2701 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Wall mount ~50 North and South, 25 on
each side
2 Pole/ Mushroom lights ~10-15 East, Central area
3 Interior ~2 units East
1
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21
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2711 S Ocean Blvd
Jamaica Manor
1 3
2 3
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22
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2711 S Ocean Blvd
Jamaica Manor
3
1 3
3
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23
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2711 S Ocean Blvd
Jamaica Manor
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Indirect illumination Unknown East
2 Wall mount 1 Northeast
3 Up lighting ~5
Northeast, around sitting
area
Northeast, under bush,
Southeast, in tiki hut
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24
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2727 S Ocean Blvd
Villa Magna Condos
1 1
3
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25
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2727 S Ocean Blvd
Villa Magna Condos
1
2809 S Ocean
2
3
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26
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2727 S Ocean Blvd
Villa Magna Condos
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Ceiling mounted ~5 East, Southeast,
Northeast
2 Pool lighting causing indirect
illumination Unknown South
3 Interior Unknown East
3
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27
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2809 S Ocean Blvd
1
3
1
1
2
3
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Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2809 S Ocean Blvd
3
4
5
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Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2809 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Wall mounts ~10-12 East (throughout center)
2 Pole lights ~2-5 East (central)
3 Interior/ interior stairwell ~10 rooms/units East, Northeast,
Southeast
4 Indirect illumination Unknown North face (parking lot)
5 Large parking lot light 1 North
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30
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2901 S Ocean Blvd
Highlands Place Condo
3
1
2
1
1
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31
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2901 S Ocean Blvd
Highlands Place Condo
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Bollards Unknown Southeast/ Southwest
(around pool)
2 Ceiling mounts Unknown Southwest
4 Indirect illumination from pool lighting Unknown South face
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32
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2909 S Ocean Blvd
Wiltshire House Condo
1
2
3
3
2
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33
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2909 S Ocean Blvd
Wiltshire House Condo
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Indirect illumination Unknown Western pool cabanas
2 Ceiling mount 1 East, on balcony
3 Interior 10+ units East
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34
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2917-2916 S Ocean Blvd
Trafalgar of Highland Beach
3
2
1 + 2
4
3
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35
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2917-2916 S Ocean Blvd
Trafalgar of Highland Beach
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Pool lighting Unknown Northeast
2 Wall mounted Unknown North on Pool House
Walls
3 Indirect illumination Unknown Southwest, Northeast
(pool)
4 Interior ~3 Units East
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36
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2921-2920 S Ocean
Highland Towers
1
1
3
3
1
1
1
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Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2921-2920 S Ocean
Highland Towers
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Up lighting on vegetation Unknown East
2 Ceiling mounted ~2-5 Northeast
3 Interior 2 units + 5 stairwell
windows East
2
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38
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3009 S Ocean Blvd
Ocean Pines Condo
1
3
2
2
1
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39
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3009 S Ocean Blvd
Ocean Pines Condo
3
2
2
4
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40
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3009 S Ocean Blvd
Ocean Pines Condo
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Pool lighting causing indirect
illumination Unknown Southeast
2 Amber indirect from turtle fixtures Unknown East, Southeast
3 Globe lights ~5-8 North, South
4 Ceiling mounts in parking garage Unknown North
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41
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3015 S Ocean Blvd
Ocean Dunes Condo
2
3
1
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42
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3015 S Ocean Blvd
Ocean Dunes Condo
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Pole mounted 2 South
2 Indirect illumination Unknown South, Southeast, North
3 Ceiling mounted Unknown North, East
3
2
Globe light from
3009 S Ocean Blvd
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43
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3101 S Ocean Blvd
Penthouse Towers
1 + 2
3
5
5
1 + 4
1
6
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44
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3101 S Ocean Blvd
Penthouse Towers
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 White ceiling mounted 3+ South, East
2 Amber ceiling mounted ~24 South
3 Up lights on vegetation ~ 4 East
4 Pole mounted 4-5 East
5 Pool lighting causing blue indirect
illumination Unknown East
6 Interior 1-3 rooms East
5
1 + 4
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45
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3115 S Ocean Blvd
Ocean Terrace North
2
2
1
3
3
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46
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3115 S Ocean Blvd
Ocean Terrace North
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Pole mounted globe light 1 South
2 Ceiling mounted Unknown North, South
3 Indirect Illumination Unknown North, East, South
3
3
2
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47
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3114 S Ocean Blvd
Montaray House
1
1
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48
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3114 S Ocean Blvd
Monterey House
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Ceiling mounted 20+ East
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49
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3201 S Ocean Blvd
Beach Walk East
3
3
3
2
1
2
1
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50
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3201 S Ocean Blvd
Beach Walk East
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Ceiling mounted 2 South, North
2 Indirect illumination from pool
lighting/parking lot Unknown South (pool), North
(parking)
3 Interior ~5 rooms East
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51
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3211 S Ocean Blvd
Villa Mare
4
3
1
3
4
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52
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3211 S Ocean Blvd
Villa Mare
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Amber wall mounts around pool ~10 Southeast, Southwest
pool area
2 Indirect illumination Unknown North face (parking lot),
South (pool)
3 Underwater pool lights 6 South
4 White step lights ~10 Southeast, Southwest
pool area
2
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53
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3224 S Ocean Blvd
Seagate of Highland Condos
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Ceiling mounted 50+ West (East, South)
1
1
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54
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3215-3301 S Ocean Blvd
Ambassadors V North & South
1
South
North
3400 S Ocean Blvd
Coronado at Highland Beach
2
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55
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3215-3301 S Ocean Blvd
Ambassadors V North & South
2
2
3
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56
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3215-3301 S Ocean Blvd
Ambassadors V North & South
3
2
2
3
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57
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3215-3301 S Ocean Blvd
Ambassadors V North & South
4
4
4
1
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58
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3215-3301 S Ocean Blvd
Ambassadors V North & South
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 White indirect illumination Unknown South, East between
buildings
2 Pole mounted Unknown East, between buildings,
in pool/seating areas
3 Ceiling mounted Unknown In carports
4 Blue indirect illumination from pool
lighting Unknown East, between buildings
3
2
2
2
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59
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3321-3420 S Ocean Blvd
Coronado At Highland Beach
1
2
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60
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3321-3420 S Ocean Blvd
Coronado At Highland Beach
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Spotlight 1 South
2 Amber lighting, too many unnecessary
fixtures 20+ East
3 Indirect illumination Unknown West
3400 S Ocean
3420 S Ocean
3
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61
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3401 S Ocean Blvd
Ridge Condo
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Indirect illumination Unknown East
1
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62
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3407 S Ocean Blvd
Clarendon Condo
1
3
1
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63
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3407 S Ocean Blvd
Clarendon Condo
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Spot light 2 Southeast
2 Indirect illumination Unknown South
3 Interior ~5 units East
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64
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3425 S Ocean Blvd
Le Sanctuaire Condo
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Ceiling mount ~3 Southwest
1
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65
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3450 S Ocean Blvd
Casuarina Condo
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Indirect illumination Unknown West (East)
1
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66
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3505 S Ocean Blvd
Villa Nova Condo
1
3
2
2
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67
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3505 S Ocean Blvd
Villa Nova Condo
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Indirect illumination Unknown South (pool), North
(courtyard fountain)
2 Step / path lights ~10 Southeast, beach access
3 Interior ~7 rooms East, North
1
3
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68
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3511 S Ocean Blvd
Villas at Highland Beach
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Indirect illumination Unknown East
2 Interior Unknown East
1 + 2
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69
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3515 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Pergola Unknown East
2 Step lights ~6 East, Beach access
1
2
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70
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3567 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Indirect illumination from pool lighting Unknown East
2 Ceiling mounted 2 East, northeast porch
3 Interior Unknown East
1
3
2
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71
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3569 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Ceiling mounted 2 East, 2nd story balcony
1
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72
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3594 S Ocean Blvd
Highland Beach Club Condominium
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Indirect illumination Unknown West (East face)
2 Interior Unknown West (East face)
1 + 2
Page 118
73
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3615 S Ocean Blvd
1
2
2
4
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74
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3615 S Ocean Blvd
1
4
4
3
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75
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3615 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Ceiling mounted ~8 East, northeast porch
2 Up lighting on vegetation Unknown East
3 Street light 1 West
4 Indirect Illumination Unknown East
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76
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3621 S Ocean
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Interior Unknown East
1
1
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77
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3701 S Ocean
Toscana
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Indirect illumination Unknown West, across the street
2 Interior Unknown West, across the street
1 + 2
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78
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3711 S Ocean
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Interior Unknown East
1
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79
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3715 S Ocean
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Up lighting on vegetation ~5 East
2 Interior Unknown East
1
1
2
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80
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3719 S Ocean
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Interior Unknown East
1
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81
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3805 S Ocean
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Ceiling mounted 6 South, East
1
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82
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3817 S Ocean
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Interior Unknown East
2 Indirect illumination on adjacent property Unknown Southwest
1
2
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83
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3833 S Ocean
1
1
2
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84
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3833 S Ocean
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Blue indirect illumination from pool
lighting Unknown East
2 Ceiling mounted 1 Northwest
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85
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3905 S Ocean
1
1
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86
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3905 S Ocean
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Ceiling mounted spotlight 2 Southwest and
Northwest
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87
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3921 S Ocean Blvd
2
2
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88
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3921 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Ceiling mounted spotlight ~2 Southwest balcony
2 Interior Unknown East
2
1
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89
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4001 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Interior Unknown East
1
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90
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4011 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Amber up lighting Unknown East
2 Indirect illumination Unknown East, North, South
3 Interior Unknown East
1
1
1
3
3
2
2
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91
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4015 S Ocean Blvd (Vacant lot)
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Streetlight 1 West
1
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92
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4023 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Indirect illumination from blue pool
lighting Unknown East
2 Interior Unknown East
1
2
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93
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4101 S Ocean Blvd
1
1
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94
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4101 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Indirect illumination from multicolored
pool lighting Unknown East
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95
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4111 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Interior 1 room East
1
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96
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4115 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Interior 2 rooms East
1
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97
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4121 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Indirect illumination from pool lighting Unknown East
2 Up lighting on vegetation Unknown Southeast
3 Up lighting Unknown Northeast
c
1
2
3
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98
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4201 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Pathlights Unknown East, behind vegetation
1
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99
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4205 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Indirect illumination from pool lighting Unknown East
2 Interior Unknown East
1
2
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100
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4211-4215 S Ocean Blvd
1
1
3
1 + 4
1 + 4
3
2
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101
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4211-4215 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Wall mount 1 Roof
2 Ceiling mount 1 East, balcony
3 Interior Unknown East
4 Indirect illumination Unknown In-between buildings
Page 147
102
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4221 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Interior Unknown East
1
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103
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4301 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Ceiling mounted 2 East, over balcony
1
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104
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4307 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Interior ~ 2 rooms East
1
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105
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
2 Ocean Place
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Indirect illumination from pool lighting Unknown East
2 Small blue solar path light 2 East
3 Interior ~2 Rooms East
1
2
2
3
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106
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
3 Ocean Place
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Beach access lighting ~5-10 East
2 Up lighting on vegetation ~5 Southeast, Northeast
3 Indirect illumination Unknown East
1
2
2
3
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107
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4 Ocean Place
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Indirect illumination (multiple sources) Unknown East, from pool
1
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108
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
6 Ocean Place
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Beach access lighting ~10 East
2 Up lighting on vegetation ~7-10 East
3 Indirect illumination Unknown East
1
2
2
3
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109
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
7 Ocean Place
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Pathlights ~5 East
2 Up lighting on vegetation ~5-10 East
3 Interior Unknown East
1
2
2
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110
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
8 Ocean Place
1
3
2
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111
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Ceiling mounted ~5 East
2 Indirect illumination from up
lighting ~2-4 North face
3 Interior Unknown East
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112
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
11 Ocean Place
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Indirect illumination from pool
lighting Unknown East
2 Wall mounts 2 East
3 Bollards Unknown East, under cabana
1
2
3
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113
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4505-4511 S Ocean Blvd
1
5
5
5
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114
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4505-4511 S Ocean Blvd
2
4
2
3
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115
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4505-4511 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Parking garage lighting Unknown North and South
2 Yellow pole mounted ~5 Northwest parking lot
3 Indirect illumination from pool lighting Unknown Center of two buildings
4 Rope lights 1 East, on steps to beach
5 Interior Unknown East, West, South
2
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116
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4519-4515 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Up lights on vegetation Unknown North
2 Interior 2 rooms
2
1
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117
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4605 S Ocean Blvd
1
2
2
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118
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4605 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Pole mount 1 visible but
probably multiple South
2 Indirect illumination Unknown South, North
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119
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4621 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Uplights on vegetation Unknown East
2 Indirect illumination Unknown East
3 Path lights Unknown East
1+2+3
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120
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4713 S Ocean Blvd
1
1
2
2
2
2
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121
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4713 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Blue path lights 2 East
2 Ground spotlights 4 East
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122
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4715 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Spotlight 1 Southeast
1
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123
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4801 S Ocean Blvd
1
1
4
3
6
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124
Palm Beach County Department of Environmental Resources Management
Town of Highland Beach – Informal Nighttime Survey for Sea Turtle Lighting Compliance
September 02, 2021
4801 S Ocean Blvd
ITEMS FIXTURE TYPE QUANTITY LOCATION
1 Ceiling mounted 2
South breezeway/patio,
north stairwell, west of
pool
2 Pole lights 4 North and west of pool
area
3 Wall mounted Unknown East, north face
4 Spotlight 1 West of West stairs to
pool
5 Step lights Unknown East, stairs to second
floor
6 Interior Unknown East
1
2
3
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File Attachments for Item:
C. Follow up on the December 15, 2022 Town of Highland Beach Food Truck Event
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From:Terisha Cuebas
To:Ganelle Thompson
Cc:Ingrid Allen
Subject:RE: Update on metrics
Date:Monday, November 7, 2022 12:19:31 PM
Attachments:image002.png
image003.png
Good morning Ganelle:
Please see below. The three markers with red indicate high viewed days. The 1st is October 11 with 26 views, 2nd October 24 with 13 views and 3rd October 27th with 13 views.
Currently off all pages, the NRPAB is the 13th most visited page.
Best regards,Terisha Cuebas, MPAAssistant Town Manager
Town of Highland Beach3614 S. Ocean BoulevardHighland Beach FL 33487(561) 278-4548 Office(561) 265-3582 Faxwww.highlandbeach.us
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