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2024.10.01_TC_Minutes_Regular TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH TOWN COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES TOWN HALL COMMISSION CHAMBERS Date: October 01, 2024 3614 S. OCEAN BLVD., HIGHLAND BEACH, FL 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 Evalyn David Vice Mayor David Stern Mayor Natasha Moore Town Manager Marshall Labadie Town Attorney Leonard G. Rubin Town Clerk Lanelda Gaskins ABSENT Commissioner Donald Peters 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Town Commission led the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States of America. 4. INNVOCATION Reverend D. Brian Horgan, of Saint Lucy Catholic Church delivered the invocation. 5. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA MOTION: David/Stern —A motion was made and seconded to approve the agenda as presented, which passed unanimously 4 to 0. 6. PRESENTATIONS / PROCLAMATIONS A. State of Education Report by School Board Member Eric Whitfield, District 4 School District of Palm Beach County School Board Member Erika Whitfield, District 4 of Palm Beach County delivered a comprehensive update on the State Education Report. Town Commission Meeting Minutes Date: October 01, 2024 Page 2 of 6 B. Domestic Violence Month Proclamation Mayor Moore presented the Domestic Violence Month proclamation to Ms. Pam O'Brien, President & CEO of Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse, Inc. (AVDA) who then introduced her team and share insightful remarks on domestic violence. 7. PUBLIC COMMENTS (Limited to five (5) minutes per speaker). A. Barbara Nestle, Chairperson of the Natural Resources Preservation Advisory Board email. The below individuals spoke during public comments. Mr. Howard Stoll Mr. Timothy Ruotolo 8. ORDINANCES (Public Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker per item after Commission initial discussion.) None. 9. 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. Resolution No. 2024-027 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. B. Resolution No. 2024-028 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. C. Resolution No. 2024-029 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 Code Enforcement Board; and providing for an effective date. MOTION: David/Goldberg — A motion was made and seconded to approve the Consent Agenda as presented, which passed unanimously, 4 to 0. Town Commission Meeting Minutes Date: October 01, 2024 Page 3 of 6 10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (Public Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker per item after Town Commission initial discussion.) A. Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) RRR Project Update Town Manager Labadie provided an update on the RRR project, noting a loss of 10 to 12 days due to poor weather conditions. Drainage work has resumed, with paving set to begin in a month and a half. The project is on track for completion by June 1st. FDOT has been proactive in addressing complaints. B. Sanitary Sewer Lining Rehabilitation Project Update Town Manager Labadie provided an update on the Sanitary Sewer Lining Rehabilitation Project, noting that the staff was collaborating with a contractor on a piggyback contract and expects a proposal by the end of the week. If this approach is unsuccessful, Town Manager Labadie will proceed with the state revolving loan program, prepare a request for proposal (RFP), and initiate the bidding process. The project will begin once the FDOT RRR project is completed. There were discussions about how long the project may take the town and the cost of the project. Finance Director David DiLena provided comments. 11. NEW BUSINESS (Public Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker per item after Town Commission initial discussion.) A. Resolution No. 2024-030 A Resolution of the Town Commission of the Town of Highland Beach, Florida, correcting a scrivener's error in Resolution No. 2024-026 referencing Exhibit C of the Adopted Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Schedule of Fees; providing that the Water System Connection charges are not classified as impact fees, and that the sewer connection charges are not classified as impact fees, and adding irrigation meter installation fees set at time and material plus 25%; and providing for an effective date. Town Manager Labadie explained the corrections on the schedule of fees related to the Water System Connection Charges and Sewer System Connection Charges, striking the impact fees language, clarifying the connection fee, and adding irrigation, and meter installation fees language. MOTION: David/Stern — A motion was made and seconded to approve Resolution No. 2024-030. Upon roll call: Commissioner David (Yes); Vice Mayor Stern (Yes); Commissioner Goldberg (Yes); and Mayor Moore (Yes). The motion passed on a 4 to 0 vote. Town Commission Meeting Minutes Date: October 01, 2024 Page 4 of 6 B. Consideration of the Town of Highland Beach Fire Rescue Department Personnel Rules and Regulations. Town Manager Labadie presented this item explaining the Fire Rescue Department Personnel Rules and Regulations. MOTION: David/Stern —A motion was made and seconded to approve the Fire Rescue Personnel Rules and Regulations. Upon Roll call: Commissioner David (Yes); Vice Mayor Stern (Yes); Commissioner Goldberg (Yes); and Mayor Moore (Yes). The motion passed unanimously 4 to 0. 12. TOWN COMMISSION COMMENTS Commissioner Judith M. Goldberg expressed her prayers for the families in North Carolina affected by Hurricane Helena, wishing them a swift recovery and assuring them that her thoughts and prayers are with them. Commissioner Evalyn David also commented about the devesting impact that hurricane Helena had on North Carolina. Vice Mayor David Stern highlighted the potential impact of hurricanes and flooding on lithium battery devices, electric vehicles, and bicycles. He stressed the importance of reviewing the town's rules and regulations regarding electric vehicle parking and addressing related safety concerns. Mayor Natasha Moore had no comments. 13. TOWN ATTORNEY'S REPORT Town Attorney Rubin had nothing to report. He wished those celebrating a happy new year. 14. TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT Town Manager Labadie wished everyone celebrating a "Shanah Tovah." He reported the following: He plans to schedule meetings with each Commissioner next week to discuss capital projects related to the former fire rescue department building. He has received a written quote from Kaufman Lynn Construction, Inc., and PGAL will prepare preliminary designs and schematics. He provided an update on the 75th Anniversary event. The town was still waiting to receive the Douglas Hillman bronze statue. Mr. Jason Chudnofsky mentioned that he was impressed with the employees participating in the 75th Anniversary Committee. Town Commission Meeting Minutes Date: October 01, 2024 Page 5 of 6 15. ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Moore read the announcement as follows: Board Vacancies Board of Adjustment and Appeals Board One (1) vacancy for a three- year term. Code Enforcement Board Two (2) vacancies for three-year terms; One (1) vacancy for an unexpired ending December 7, 2024 and One (1) vacancy for an unexpired ending May 30, 2025 Meetings and Events October 08, 2024 1:00 P.M. Special Magistrate Hearing October 10, 2024 9:30 A.M. Planning Board Regular Meeting October 14, 2024 Town Hall closed in Observance of Columbus Day October 15, 2024 1:30 P.M. Town Commission Meeting Board Action Report None. Town Commission Meeting Minutes Date: October 01, 2024 Page 6 of 6 16. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 2:43 P.M. APPROVED: December 03, 2024 Town Commission Meeting. jvv�"OV(p...ti0 St1 71tlew ATTEST: y I949 ;y Natasha Moore, Mayor s =�� 10 �j Zr y����� Transcribed by J Lanelda Gaskins Od 12/03/2024 Lanelda Ga Lns, MMC Date Town Clerk 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/.