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TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
MINUTES OF TOWN COMMISSION MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, June 6, 2006 1:30 P.M.
Mayor Harold Hagelmann called the Regular Meeting to order in Commission Chambers
at 1:30 P.M.
Town Clerk Doris Trinley called the roll. The Mayor, Vice Mayor Joseph J. Asselta, and
Commissioners Rachael Scala-Pistone, Miriam S. Zwick and Jim Newill, CPA, were
present.
Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney and Town Manager Dale S. Sugerman were also
present, as were members of the general public.
After roll call, the Pledge of Allegiance was given, followed by a minute of silence for the
nation's service personnel.
1. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS OR ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA
• Hearing no objection, Mayor Hagelmann declared the Agenda accepted as presented.
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS
Emily Firtell, Beachwalk East, Cultural Board Chair, asked what is being done regarding
a possible bird flu pandemic; the Town Manager responded that he is working with an
advisory committee of the Palm Beach County City Managers Association regarding the
coordination of planning, training, supplies, etc.
Joseph Colby, Villa Costa, read a prepared statement regarding his opinion of the Town
Manager's proposed Japan trip, a copy of which is attached to and made part of these
Minutes.
Joe Yucht, Boca Hi, and Leo Pruner, Seagate, both touted the CERT program
(Community Emergency Response Team), asking for funds and volunteers. Town
Manager Sugerman reminded them of the CERT chain of command, which did not
include the Town.
AI Bresnahan, Seagate, expressed his opposition to the Town Manager's possible trip
to Japan.
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2. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS (continued)
Lucy Miller, Ambassador East, Beaches and Shores Advisory Chair,. said she was
pleased to see the Historic Coastline Survey back on the agenda for the Commission's
consideration.
David Spodel, Highland Beach Club, suggested the Commission support the Historic
Coastline Survey, as its approximate $2,000 cost could be well-afforded by a Town
whose main draw for most residents is the beach.
Beverly Knight 4203 S. Ocean Blvd., reiterated Jean Ellis' remarks by reading them into
the record one more time (see Minutes of May 30 Workshop).
Martha Pando, Coronado, through Ms. Knight, agreed with Ms. Ellis' comments.
3. PRESENTATIONS
1) APPRECIATION PLAQUE: JOSE ECHEVERRIA, TURTLE PROGRAM
COORDINATOR
Mayor Hagelmann presented Jose Echeverria with an appreciation plaque in recognition
of Jose's 20+ years of service to the Town as Turtle Program Coordinator.
2) EMILY FIRTELL, CULTURAL BOARD CHAIR: PROPOSED DATE FOR
"LIGHT UP THE HOLIDAYS" CELEBRATION.
Ms. Firtell suggested Thursday, November 30 and Friday, December 1, neither of which
was to the Commission's liking; further consideration will be given to a date for the
holiday celebration.
General discussion took place regarding what holiday decorations were owned by the
Town versus rented; the legality of selling artwork on display; the possibility of
purchasing a piano for the library community room; and the addition of a utility sink and
unisex bathroom in that part of the old library to be occupied by the Board.
4. BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
A) BOARD CORRESPONDENCE: NONE.
B) BOARD VACANCIES: ONE (1) ON PLANNING BOARD; ONE (1) ON
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT.
. Upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER SCALA-PISTONEICOMMISSIONER ZWICK,
Ken Tapman was appointed to a 3-year term on the Planning Board. No action was
taken on the Board of Adjustment vacancy.
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• 4. BOARDS AND COMMITTEES (continued)
C) BOARD ACTION REPORT. Accepted as information.
D) MONTHLY BOARD MEETINGS: The Mayor read the following schedule
into the record:
Planning Board Regular - 6/14/06 - 9:30 A.M.
Board of Adjustment -None Scheduled.
Code Enforcement Board -None Scheduled.
Financial Advisory Board -None Scheduled.
Beaches & Shores Advisory - 6/13/06 - 9:30 A.M.
Cultural Board Regular -None Scheduled.
5. PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
(1) A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF
HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA, NAMING THE DELRAY BEACH FIRE
DEPARTMENTTO UTILIZE THETOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH PORTION
OF THE PALM BEACH COUNTY EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2006-2007.
As this is a yearly occurrence, there was no discussion, and the resolution was
. unanimously approved upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER SCALA-
PISTONE/COMMISSIONER NEWILL.
(2) A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA,
AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 844, WHICH ESTABLISHED A POLICY
PERTAINING TO TRAVEL AND TRAINING EXPENSES FOR THE TOWN
COMMISSION AND THE TOWN MANAGER.
During discussion this resolution was further amended to include not only "...within the
State of Florida...," but also "...and with the exception of attendance at the annual
National League of Cities Conference wherever it is held in the United States..." In
conclusion, said resolution was unanimously approved upon MOTION by
COMMISSIONER NEWILL/COMMISSIONER ZWICK.
6. NEW BUSINESS
As specified in Town Code 2-28(1), the Town Manager announced the July Regular
Meeting would be held on Wednesday, July 5, since the July 4 holiday falls on the first
Tuesday of the month this year.
7. MISCELLANEOUS -ITEMS LEFT OVER
• (1) CONSIDERATION OF MAKING OR CONFIRMING AN APPOINTMENT
FOR THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH REPRESENTATIVE TO THE
BOCA RATON AIRPORT AUTHORITY.
Minutes of Town Commission Regular Meeting
June 6 2006 Page 4 of 7
. 7. MISCELLANEOUS -ITEMS LEFT OVER
Upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER NEWILL/COMMISSIONER SCALA-PISTONE, Joe
Yucht, Boca Hi, was appointed to the Boca Raton Aviation Authority Advisory Board for
a one-year term. Roll call was as follows:
Commissioner Zwick - No
Commissioner Scala-Pistone -Yes
Commissioner Newill -Yes
Vice Mayor Asselta - No
Mayor Hagelmann -Yes
(2) CONSIDERATION OF DECLARING OLD WATER PLANT AS SURPLUS
PROPERTY.
Substantial discussion took place, with Commissioner Newill repeating his opinion that
a plan for income derived from the sale of such property should be in place before it is
declared surplus, while Mayor Hagelmann maintained that just because the property is
declared surplus does not mean it is for sale. Concluding discussion MOTION by
COMMISSIONER ZWICKIVICE MAYOR ASSELTA to declare the old water plant as
surplus property received majority approval, with roll vote as follows:
• Commissioner Scala-Pistone - No
Commissioner Zwick -Yes
Commissioner Newill - No
Vice Mayor Asselta -Yes
Mayor Hagelmann -Yes
(3) CONSIDERATION OF TOWN MANAGER'S PARTICIPATION IN THE
2006 CLAIR EXCHANGE PROGRAM IN JAPAN.
Having had been discussed at length at the May Workshop, MOTION was made by
COMMISSIONER ZWICKIVICE MAYOR ASSELTA, to allow the Town Manager the time
off, but no expenses would be paid for by the Town. MOTION failed upon roll call as
follows:
Commissioner Newill - No
Commissioner Zwick -Yes
Commissioner Scala-Pistone - No
Vice Mayor Asselta -Yes
Mayor Hagelmann - No
NOTE: 3:45 P.M. - AS THIS MEETING TURNED OUT TO BE LONGER THAN
EXPECTED, COMMISSIONER ZWICK LEFT THE DAIS AT THIS TIME,
• AS SHE HAD ANOTHER APPOINTMENT.
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June 6 2006 Page 5 of 7
• 7. MISCELLANEOUS -ITEMS LEFT OVER (continued)
(4) RE-CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT TO COASTAL
PLANNING AND ENGINEERING, INC. FOR COMPLETION OF A
HISTORICAL SHORELINE ANALYSIS.
Commissioner Newill had requested this issue to be on the agenda, as he had stated he wanted
to change his vote. MOTION by COMMISSIONER NEWILL/COMMISSIONERSCALA-PISTONE
to reconsider award of contract to Coastal Planning and Engineering, Inc. for completion of a
Historical Shoreline Analysis failed upon roll call vote as follows:
Commissioner Newill -Yes
Commissioner Scala-Pistone -Yes
Vice Mayor Asselta - No
Mayor Hagelmann - No
(5) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT TO
STUDY UNDERGROUNDING OF UTILITY FACILITIES AND RELATED
IMPLEMENTATION ACTIVITIES.
MOTION to approve the Mayor's signing of this interlocal agreement was made by VICE MAYOR
ASSELTA/MAYOR HAGELMANN. It failed upon roll call vote as follows:
• Commissioner Newill - No
Commissioner Scala-Pistone - No
Vice Mayor Asselta -Yes
Mayor Hagelmann -Yes
(6) MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
The following sets of Minutes were unanimously approved upon MOTION by VICE MAYOR
ASSELTA/COMMISSIONER NEWILL:
APRIL 25, 2006 WORKSHOP
MAY 2, 2006 REGULAR
8. REPORTS -TOWN COMMISSION
Commissioner Jim Newill, CPA, offered to pay personally for the ribbon the CERT
representatives said was needed to be hung on the doorknobs of residents' homes to confirm
who was all right and who might need help after an emergency; however, Mr. Sugerman pointed
out that this action would not be approved by protocol, i.e., Delray Fire/Rescue.
Commissioner Miriam S. Zwick had left the meeting.
Commissioner Rachael Scala-Pistone expressed anger that the vote to grant a Historical
Coastline Survey had failed; she noted the need to preserve and protect our natural resources,
• as well as our economy relying on the creation of a viable ecosystem.
Vice Mayor Joseph J. Asselta had no report.
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• 8. REPORTS -TOWN COMMISSION (continued)
Mayor Harold R. Hagelmann had no report.
9. REPORTS -TOWN ATTORNEY
Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney had no report.
10. REPORTS -TOWN MANAGER
Town Manager Dale S. Sugerman directed residents to the latest Highlander newsletter, which
contains an emergency preparedness plan, and urged all to become familiar with it.
11. CONSENT AGENDA
Upon MOTION by COMMISSIONERSCALA-PISTONE/COMMISSIONERNEWILL, the following
Consent Agenda item was unanimously approved:
(1) AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AGREEMENTS WITH FLORIDA
PUBLIC UTILITIES FOR THE INSTALLATION OF NATURAL GAS
FACILITIES TO SERVE THE EMERGENCY STAND-BY GENERATOR IN
THE AMOUNT OF $8,318.24, AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN A NATURAL GAS SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH A
DEPOSIT AND GAS SERVICE TURN-ON CHARGE OF $2,060.00.
• 12. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS RELATED TO ITEMS DISCUSSED AT
MEETING
Lucy Miller, Beaches and Shores Advisory Chair, expressed her chagrin at the Commission's
refusal to grant the Historical Coastal Shoreline Study, but favorably considered the purchase
of a grand piano; she questioned their priorities.
Martha Pando, Beaches and Shores Advisory Vice Chair, also expressed bitter disappointment
at the Commission's failure to approve the Historical Coastal Shoreline Survey.
Joe Yucht, Boca Hi, thanked the Commission for his appointment to the Boca Raton Airport
Authority Advisory Board.
13. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission at this time, Mayor Hagelmann
adjourned the Regular Meeting at 4:20 P.M. upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER NEWILL/VICE
MAYOR ASSELTA.
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NOTE: All available informational data regarding the contents of these Minutes are attached
hereto and made part thereof.
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. APPROVE:
Miriam S.
PA, Commissioner
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Rachael Scala-Pistone, Commissioner