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2024.06.04_TC_Agenda_Regular1 TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH TOWN COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, June 04, 2024 AT 1:30 PM TOWN HALL COMMISSION CHAMBERS, 3614 S. OCEAN BLVD., HIGHLAND BEACH, FL Town Commission Natasha Moore Mayor David Stern Vice Mayor Evalyn David Commissioner Donald Peters Commissioner Judith M. Goldberg Commissioner Marshall Labadie Town Manager Lanelda Gaskins Town Clerk Leonard G. Rubin Town Attorney 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 5. PRESENTATIONS / PROCLAMATIONS A. Palm Beach County Commission on Ethics Presentation by Rhonda Giger, General Counsel B. Red Cross Services Presentation by Johan Reyes C. Hurricane Preparedness by Fire Chief Glenn Joseph D. Resolution No. 2024-014 A Resolution of the Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, ratifying the selection, appointments, and term of office of members of the Board of Adjustments and Appeals; and providing for an effective date. Page 1 Town Commission Meeting Agenda June 04, 2024 2 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS (NON-AGENDA ITEMS) Public Comments will be limited to five (5) minutes per speaker. 7. ORDINANCES (Public Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker per item after Commission initial discussion.) A. None. 8. CONSENT AGENDA (These are items that the Commission typically does not need to discuss individually, and which are voted on as a group.) Public Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker per item after Commission initial discussion. A. Approval of Meeting Minutes April 02, 2024 Town Commission Meeting Minutes April 16, 2024 Town Commission Meeting Minutes 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (Public Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker per item after Town Commission initial discussion.) A. Building Department Recertification Program Update 10. NEW BUSINESS (Public Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker per item after Town Commission initial discussion.) A. None. 11. TOWN COMMISSION COMMENTS Commissioner Judith M. Goldberg Commissioner Donald Peters Commissioner Evalyn David Vice Mayor David Stern Mayor Natasha Moore 12. TOWN ATTORNEY’S REPORT 13. TOWN MANAGER’S REPORT Page 2 Town Commission Meeting Agenda June 04, 2024 3 14. ANNOUNCEMENTS Board Vacancies Board of Adjustment and Appeals Board One (1) vacancy for an unexpired term ending September 21, 2024 Natural Resources Preservation Advisory Board One (1) vacancy for three-year terms Meetings and Events June 11, 2024 1:00 P.M. Code Enforcement Board Regular Meeting June 14, 2024 9:30 A.M. Planning Board Regular Meeting June 18, 2024 1:30 P.M. Town Commission Meeting Board Action Report None. 15. ADJOURNMENT NOTE: Any person, firm or corporation decides to appeal any decision made by the Town Commission 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 to be based. (S tate 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 records. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons who need accommodation in order to attend or participate in this meeting should contact Town Hall 561 -278-4548 within a reasonable time prior to this meeting in order to request such assistance. Page 3 File Attachments for Item: D. Resolution No. 2024-014 A Resolution of the Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, ratifying the selection, appointments, and term of office of members of the Board of Adjustments and Appeals; and providing for an effective date. Page 4 TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH AGENDA MEMORANDUM MEETING TYPE: Commission Meeting MEETING DATE June 04, 2024 SUBMITTED BY: Jaclyn DeHart, Deputy Town Clerk THROUGH Lanelda Gaskins, Town Clerk SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2024-014 A Resolution of the Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, ratifying the selection, appointments, and term of office of members of the Board of Adjustments and Appeals; and providing for an effective date. SUMMARY: Consideration of Resolution No. 2024-014 ratifying the selection, appointments, and term of office of a member of the Board of Adjustments and Appeals (BOAA); and providing for an effective date. On January 20, 2023, one (1) Board Members resigned which created one (1) vacancy for an unexpired term ending September 21, 2024. The Town Clerk’s Office received one (1) board application for Town Commission consideration. The applicant’s name are as follows: Jeffrey Gordon (Toscana South) As set forth in Sec. 2-99, in the Town' s code, terms for all boards shall be three (3) years and no board member may serve more than two (2) consecutive terms on the same board without first taking a one-year hiatus from the board. Appointments for partial terms shall not count toward the two-term limit. Additionally, in accordance with Resolution 19-029, the Human Resources Department reported preliminary background checks on all applicants to the Town Clerk’s Office. The background check results disclosed there were no objectionable findings. In addition, there were no code violations. FISCAL IMPACT: N/A ATTACHMENTS: Jeffrey Gordon application and vetting form. Resolution No. 2024-014 RECOMMENDATION: With the Commission’s consideration, Staff recommends the adoption of Resolution No. 2024- 014 for one applicant to serve a term as outlined in the resolution. Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 RESOLUTION NO. 2024-014 A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING THE SELECTION, APPOINTMENTS AND TERM OF OFFICE OF MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AND APPEALS BOARD; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, Chapter 20, Article III, Sec. 20-46 of the Town’s Code of Ordinances establishes the Board of Adjustment and Appeals Board and governs the membership, qualification, function, and rules of the Board of Adjustment and Appeals Board; and WHEREAS, these provisions of the Code establish the selection, appointment, and terms of office of members of the Board of Adjustment and Appeals Board; and WHEREAS, on January 20, 2023, one (1) member resigned, thereby opening one (1) vacancy on the Board; and WHEARAS, the Town Clerk’s Office received one (1) application for consideration; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Sec. 2-99(1)(a) of the Town’s Code of Ordinances, the chairperson of each board shall interview applicants for the board and provide a recommendation to the Town Commission; and WHEREAS, the chairperson of the Board of Adjustment and Appeals Board interviewed the new applicant and recommended that the Town Commission appoint one (1) new applicant to the Board; and WHEREAS, Town residents interested in serving on or continuing to serve on the Board of Adjustment and Appeals Board have submitted a board application for the Town Commission’s consideration. Page 9 Resolution No. 2024-014 2 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA, THAT: Section 1. The foregoing “WHEREAS” clauses are true and correct and hereby ratified and confirmed by the Town Commission. Section 2. Consistent with the Town’s Code of Ordinances, the Town Commission has selected one (1) member to serve on the Board of Adjustment and Appeal Board for an unexpired term ending September 21, 2024. Board Member Jeffrey Gordon Section 3. This Resolution shall become effective upon adoption. DONE AND ADOPTED by the Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, this 04th day of June 2024. ATTEST: Natasha Moore, Mayor REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY Lanelda Gaskins, MMC Town Clerk Glen Torcivia, Town Attorney Town of Highland Beach VOTES: YES NO Mayor Natasha Moore Vice Mayor David Stern Commissioner Evalyn David Commissioner Donald Peters Commissioner Judith Goldberg Page 10 File Attachments for Item: A. Approval of Meeting Minutes April 02, 2024 Town Commission Meeting Minutes April 16, 2024 Town Commission Meeting Minutes Page 11 TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH TOWN COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM, 3618 S. OCEAN BLVD., HIGHLAND BEACH, FL Date: April 02, 2024 Time: 1:30 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Moore called the meeting to order at 1:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Commissioner Judith Goldberg Commissioner Donald Peters Commissioner Evalyn David Vice Mayor David Stern Mayor Natasha Moore Town Manager Marshall Labadie Town Attorney Leonard G. Rubin Town Clerk Lanelda Gaskins 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Town Commission led the Pledge of Allegiance to the United State of America. 4. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA MOTION: David/Stern – To accept the agenda as presented, which passed unanimously 5 to 0. 5. PRESENTATIONS / PROCLAMATIONS A. Swearing In of Fire Rescue Personnel Town Clerk Gaskins administered the Oath of Office and swore in the Fire Rescue Personnel. B. Resolution No. 2024-007 A Resolution of the Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, approving a Declaration of Unity of Title submitted by Highland Beach Holdings LP for the properties location north of the intersection of Grand Court and State Road A1A, specifically parcel control numbers 24- Page 12 Town Commission Meeting Minutes Date: April 02, 2024 Page 2 of 6 43-47-09-00-001-0030 and 24-43-47-09-00-001-0210; and providing an effective date. Mayor Moore read the title of Resolution No. 2024-007 followed by Town Planner Ingrid Allen presentation regarding Declaration of Unity of Title submitted by Highland Beach Holdings LP. Mayor Moore opened the item for public comments. Hearing none, she closed the public comments. MOTION: David/Goldberg - Moved to accept Resolution No. 2024- 007. Upon roll call: Commissioner David (Yes), Commissioner Goldberg (Yes), Commissioner Peters (Yes), Vice Mayor Stern (Yes), and Mayor Natasha Moore (Yes). The motion passed unanimously on a 5 to 0 vote. C. Water Conservation Month Proclamation Mayor Moore acknowledged April as Water Conservation Month. 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public Comments will be limited to five (5) minutes per speaker.) There were no public comments. 7. ORDINANCES (Public Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker per item after Commission initial discussion.) A. None. 8. CONSENT AGENDA (These are items that the Commission typically does not need to discuss individually, and which are voted on as a group.) Public Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker per item after Commission initial discussion. A. Approve and authorize the Mayor to execute a contract with Control Systems Design, Inc. for SCADA System Programming Services for the Water Treatment Plant for a term of two years with two one-year renewal options. MOTION: David/Stern - Moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented, which passed unanimously 5 to 0. 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (Public Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker per item after Town Commission initial discussion.) A. Discussion on the proposed amendment concepts pertaining to the Accessory Marine Facility (AMF) and seawall regulations of the Town Code Page 13 Town Commission Meeting Minutes Date: April 02, 2024 Page 3 of 6 Town Manager Labadie explained this matter is to discuss the proposed amendment concepts, determine which parts of the concepts that Town Commission would like to commence or modify as we move forward with the development of the ordinance language. Town Planner Allen presented this item followed by Town Commission discussion of the proposed amendment concepts. It was the recommendation of the Town Commission for Town Planner Allen to draft an ordinance and proceed with the below concepts: 1. Maximum height for AMFs: BFE plus 8 feet. 2. Exempt personal watercraft (PWC) lifts from the requirement that “in no case shall the lift be higher than the superstructure of the boat when lifted.” 3. Maximum seawall cap plus dock width at eight (8) feet. Mayor Moore opened the item for public comments related to Concept No. 3. Mr. Rick Greenwald of Tranquility Drive provided comments. 4. Encroachment into water for AMFs at 25 feet or 25 percent of the waterway width, whichever is less, (excludes AMFs along the Intracoastal Waterway) to be measured from wet face of seawall or bulkhead. The Town Commission also recommended the “no action” option for Concept No. 5. - 10 foot side setback for all zoning districts. For lots < 100 feet in width, setback is 10% of width; however, setback cannot be less than 5 feet. Mayor Moore opened the item for public comments related to Concept No. 5. Mr. Rick Greenwald of Tranquility Drive was opposed to changing the setback in single residential areas. Additionally, the Town Commission discussed Proposed Amendment Concept No. 6, Require a ladder for every 50 feet of doc k. The Town Commission suggested to draft alternative options to include “mandatory,” “encouraged,” and “exempt single family homes directly on the Intracoastal and make it recommended for them.” Lastly, the Town Commission discussed Proposed Amendment Concept No. 7, Maximum seawall height (additional concept, not included in initial proposal. The Town Commission was in favor of leaving this concept off and suggested the “no action” option for Concept No. 7 B. Fire Rescue Implementation Update Fire Chief Glenn Joseph provided updates on the Fire Rescue Department's progress, including elevator inspection, landscaping, kitchen appliances, Page 14 Town Commission Meeting Minutes Date: April 02, 2024 Page 4 of 6 medication dispenser, furniture delivery, delay of some equipment, testing of the fire apparatus equipment, personnel staffing, and the Fire Rescue Department Ribbing Cutting Event on April 19. As for community activities, three CPR classes were held at Toscano. He spoke about the meeting he had with Delray Beach Fire Department concerning the transition process. Parking for the ribbon cutting event will be at the Saint Lucy Catholic Church. C. Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) RRR Project Update Town Manager Labadie mentioned that there was a condominium meeting yesterday. FDOT has committed to start the drainage work on the north end. Mayor Stern suggested that town staff follow up with FDOT on the things they have committed to. D. Continued discussion of 2023-2024 Strategic Priorities Plan Update and Review Town Manager Labadie presented the update to the 2023-2024 Strategic Priorities Plan which includes the five year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). He suggested that the Town Commission look at the.2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan. Mayor Moore suggested posting on the website. Vice Mayor Stern spoke about the concern with parking at Town Hall and suggested looking at the old fire station for future parking. E. Continued discussion of Milani Park. Mayor Moore provided an update on Milani Park matter as it relates to meetings and monitoring the Board of County Commissioners agendas . 10. NEW BUSINESS (Public Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker per item after Town Commission initial discussion.) A. Resolution No. 2024-005 A Resolution of the Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, declaring the results of the Municipal Referendum Election held on March 19, 2024; providing for an effective date; and for other purposes. Mayor Moore read the title of Resolution No. 2024-005. MOTION: David/Goldberg - Moved to accept Resolution No. 2024-005. Upon roll call: Commissioner David (Yes), Commissioner Goldberg (Yes), Commissioner Peters (Yes), Vice Mayor Stern (Yes), and Mayor Moore (Yes). The motion passed on a 5 to 0 vote. Page 15 Town Commission Meeting Minutes Date: April 02, 2024 Page 5 of 6 B. Consideration of a Proposed Resolution of the Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, naming the Highland Beach Fire Rescue Building, Station No. 120 in honor of former Mayor Douglas Hillman for having served with distinction as the Mayor of the Town of Highland Beach from March of 2020 through March of 2023. Mayor Moore read the title of the Proposed Resolution. Town Manager Labadie presented this item followed by Town Commission discussion concerning this matter. It was the consensus of the Town Commission for staff to modify the proposed resolution and present a resolution at the next meeting. Mayor Moore opened the item for public comments. Mr. Rick Greenwald provided comments. Hearing no further comments, Mayor Moore closed public comments. 11. TOWN COMMISSION COMMENTS Commissioner Judith M. Goldberg thanked the residents for their participation in the referendum election. Commissioner Donald Peters acknowledged the Fire Rescue personnel and is looking forward to the Fire Rescue Department ribbon cutting event. Commissioner Evalyn David talked about the residents voicing their opinions and Highland Beach being a wonderful place to live. Vice Mayor David Stern commented that the Town has good advisory boards. He thanked the board members. Mayor Natasha Moore thanked Saint Lucy Catholic Church and Father Horgan for allowing the town to use the parking lot. 12. ANNOUNCEMENTS Board Vacancies Board of Adjustment and Appeals Board One (1) vacancy for an unexpired term ending September 21, 2024 Meetings and Events April 02, 2024 1:30 P.M. Town Commission Meeting Page 16 Town Commission Meeting Minutes Date: April 02, 2024 Page 6 of 6 April 09, 2024 1:00 P.M. Code Enforcement Board Regular Meeting April 11, 2024 9:30 A.M. Planning Board Regular Meeting Board Action Report None. 13. TOWN ATTORNEY’S REPORT Town Attorney Rubin is reviewing the recent legislation. He will prepare a summary and present it at a future meeting. 14. TOWN MANAGER’S REPORT Town Manager Labadie announced the April 19 Fire Rescue Department Ribbon Cutting event. 15. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 3:41 P.M. APPROVED: June 04, 2024, Town Commission Meeting. ATTEST: Natasha Moore, Mayor Transcribed by Lanelda Gaskins 06/04/2024 Lanelda Gaskins, MMC Town Clerk Date Disclaimer: Effective May 19, 2020, per Resolution No. 20-008, all meeting minutes are transcribed as a brief summary reflecting the events of this meeting. Verbatim audio/video recordings are permanent records and are available on the T Page 17 TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH TOWN TOWN COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM, 3618 S. OCEAN BLVD., HIGHLAND BEACH, FL Date: April 16, 2024 Time: 1:30 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Natasha Moore called the meeting to order at 1:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Commissioner Judith Goldberg Commissioner Donald Peters Commissioner Evalyn David Vice Mayor David Stern Mayor Natasha Moore Town Manager Marshall Labadie Town Attorney Leonard G. Rubin Town Clerk Lanelda Gaskins 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Town Commission led the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States of America. 4. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA State Representative Peggy Gossett-Seidman, District 91 was added to the agenda and will provide a presentation on the 2024 State Legislative. MOTION: David/ Stern - Moved to approve the agenda as presented unanimously 5 to 0. 5. PRESENTATIONS / PROCLAMATIONS A. State Legislative Updates by Senator Lori Berman Senator Lori Berman, District 26 provided an update on the 2024 State Legislative session. State Representative Peggy Gossett-Seidman also provided an update on the 2024 State Legislative session. She mentioned that State Road A1A will be named Jimmy Buffet Highway. B. Sea Turtle Presentation by Joanne Ryan, FWC Turtle Permit Holder Page 18 Town Commission Meeting Minutes Date: April 16, 2024 Page 2 of 7 Ms. Joanne Ryan, Marina Turtle Permit Holder presented a PowerPoint highlighting the Highland Beach Sea Turtle Team, Inc. accomplishments. C. Resolution No. 2024-012 A Resolution of the Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, donating funds to support Highland Beach Sea Turtle Team, Inc., a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization; and providing for an effective date. Mayor Moore read the title of Resolution No. 2024-012 Mayor Moore opened the item for public comments. Hearing none, she closed the public comments. MOTION: David/Stern - Moved to approve Resolution No. 2024-012. Upon Roll call: Commissioner Evalyn David (Yes); Vice Mayor Stern (Yes); Commissioner Goldberg (Yes); Mayor Moore (Yes). The motion passed 5 to 0. D. Presentation of the 2023 Beach Restoration Feasibility Study. Mr. Douglas W. Mann, Environmental provided a PowerPoint presentation highlighting the beach restoration feasibility study. Mayor Moore opened the item for public comments. Mr. Richard Greenwald provided comments. 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comments will be limited to five (5) minutes per speaker. 7. ORDINANCES (Public Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker per item after Commission initial discussion.) A. None. 8. CONSENT AGENDA (These are items that the Commission typically does not need to discuss individually, and which are voted on as a group.) Public Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker per item after Commission initial discussion. A. Approval of Meeting Minutes February 20, 2024 Town Commission Meeting Minutes March 05, 2024 Town Commission Meeting Minutes MOTION: David/Goldberg - Moved to accept the Consent Agenda as presented, which passed unanimously 5 to 0. Page 19 Town Commission Meeting Minutes Date: April 16, 2024 Page 3 of 7 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (Public Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker per item after Town Commission initial discussion.) A. Resolution No. 2024-008 A Resolution of the Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, dedicating the Highland Beach Fire Rescue Department, Station No. 120 in honor of Former Mayor Douglas Hillman. Mayor Moore read the title of Resolution No. 2024-008. Town Manager Labadie introduced this item. He placed a design order for a bas- relief sculptured plaque in honor of the late Former Mayor Douglas Hillman. There was Town Commission discussion about the wording “in honor of” versus “naming.” Town Manager Labadie will modify some of the language for Resolution No. 2024-008 and bring it back at a future Town Commission meeting. B. Fire Rescue Implementation Update Fire Chief Glenn Joseph provided updates concerning construction, personnel training, the fire rescue truck, and the upcoming April 19 Fire Rescue Department ceremony. C. Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) RRR Project Update Town Manager Labadie reported that the Florida Department of Transportation has delayed the RRR project has been delayed to late May or early June. D. Continued discussion of Milani Park. Mayor Moore provided an update on Milani Park as it relates to an appraisal of the property, and coordinating transportation for residents to attend the May 7, 2024, Palm Beach County Commission public meeting. 10. NEW BUSINESS (Public Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker per item after Town Commission initial discussion.) A. Resolution No. 2024-009 A Resolution of the Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, ratifying the selection, appointments, and term of office of members of the Planning Board; and providing for an effective date. Mayor Moore read the title of Resolution No. 2024-009 followed by a motion. MOTION: David/Goldberg - Moved to approve Resolution No. 2024-009, which passed unanimously 5 to 0. Page 20 Town Commission Meeting Minutes Date: April 16, 2024 Page 4 of 7 Page 21 Town Commission Meeting Minutes Date: April 16, 2024 Page 5 of 7 B. Resolution No. 2024-010 A Resolution of the Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, ratifying the selection, appointments, and term of office of members of the Natural Resources Preservation Advisory Board; and providing for an effective date. Mayor Moore read the title of Resolution No. 2024-010 followed by a motion. MOTION: David/Goldberg - Moved to approve Resolution No. 2024-010, which passed unanimously 5 to 0. C. Resolution No. 2024-011 A Resolution of the Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, ratifying the selection, appointments, and term of office of members of the Financial Advisory Board; and providing for an effective date. Mayor Moore read the title of Resolution No. 2024-011 followed by a motion. MOTION: David/Goldberg - Moved to approve Resolution No. 2024-011, which passed unanimously 5 to 0. D. Consideration to cancel the May 07, 2024 Town Commission Regular Meeting. Mayor Moore read the title of this item followed by a motion. MOTION: David/Goldberg - Moved to cancel the May 07, 2024, Town Commission Regular meeting. The motion passed unanimously 5 to 0. E. Discussion of the Highland Beach Community Post Office (CPO), a contractual service of the United States Postal Service Town Manager Labadie presented this item. The Town Commission discussed whether to keep the Highland Beach Community Post Office open for postal services to the community or to close it permanently. Commissioner David, Commissioner Goldberg and Mayor Moore were in favor of closing the post office. Commissioner Peters and Vice Mayor Stern were not in favor of closing the post office. MOTION: David/Goldberg - Moved to close the Highland Beach Community Post Office, and for town staff to give the United States Post Office the Notice of Intent to close the Highland Beach Community Post Page 22 Town Commission Meeting Minutes Date: April 16, 2024 Page 6 of 7 Office. Upon Roll Call: Commissioner David (Yes); Commissio ner Goldberg (Yes); Commissioner Peters (No); Vice Mayor Stern (No); and Mayor Moore (Yes). The motion passed on a 3 to 2 vote with Commissioner Peters and Vice Mayor Stern dissenting. 11. TOWN COMMISSION COMMENTS Commissioner Judith M. Goldberg commented about the upcoming Fire Rescue Department celebration on April 19. Commissioner Donald Peters attended the Beach Condo Association meeting and spoke about the meeting. He announced that there is a meeting in Boca Raton at Palmetto Park at 6 pm. Commissioner Evalyn David also spoke about the celebrating the upcoming Fire Rescue Department Ribbon Cutting ceremony on April 19. Vice Mayor David Stern thanked Fire Chief Glenn Joseph and Assistant Fire Chief Matt Welhaf for attending the Boca Condominium Association meeting. He informed his colleagues that he plans to wear his Highland Beach shirt on April 19 and to the May 7th meeting. Mayor Natasha Moore is looking forward to the April 19 Fire Rescue Ribbon Cutting ceremony and the May 7, 2024 Board of County Commissioner Palm Beach County meeting. 12. TOWN ATTORNEY’S REPORT Town Attorney Rubin will present a legislative update report for the next meeting. 13. TOWN MANAGER’S REPORT Town Manager Labadie talked about acquiring two Special Magistrates Special Magistrate for the Code Enforcement Board because there will be future vacancies on the board. He also talked about beach access for public safety. He announced: Fire Rescue Department Ribbon Cutting event will be Friday, April 19th, and Save the Date: May 7, 2024 – Boad of County Commissioner Palm Beach public meeting. Town Manager Labadie thanked the Highland Beach Sea Turtle Team, Inc. 14. ANNOUNCEMENTS Board Vacancies Board of Adjustment and Appeals Board One (1) vacancy for an unexpired term ending September 21, 2024 Page 23 Town Commission Meeting Minutes Date: April 16, 2024 Page 7 of 7 Financial Advisory Board One (1) vacancy for a three-year term Natural Resources Preservation Advisory Board Two (2) vacancies for three-year terms Meetings and Events May 01, 2024 11:00 A.M. Natural Resources Preservation Advisory Board Regular Meeting May 09, 2024 9:30 A.M. Planning Board Regular Meeting May 14, 2024 1:00 P.M. Code Enforcement Board Regular Meeting May 21, 2024 1:30 P.M. Town Commission Meeting Town Hall closed May 27, 2024 in observance of Memorial Day Board Action Report None. 15. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 4:28 P.M. APPROVED: June 04, 2024, Town Commission Meeting. ATTEST: Natasha Moore, Mayor Transcribed by Lanelda Gaskins 06/04/2024 Lanelda Gaskins, MMC Town Clerk Date Disclaimer: Effective May 19, 2020, per Resolution No. 20-008, all meeting minutes are transcribed as a brief summary reflecting the events 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/. Page 24