2006.08.29_TC_Minutes_WorkshopTOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
MINUTES OF TOWN COMMISSION MEETING
WORKSHOP
Tuesday, August 29, 2006 1:30 P.M.
Mayor Harold R. Hagelmann called the Workshop 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 in
honor of the nation's military personnel.
Before the Agenda was addressed, and at Mayor Hagelmann's request, Town Manager
Sugerman gave an update on Tropical Storm Ernesto.
1. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS OR ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA
Hearing no objection, the Mayor declared the Agenda accepted as presented.
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS
NONE.
3. PRESENTATIONS
NONE.
4. BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
A) BOARD CORRESPONDENCE: NONE.
B) BOARD VACANCIES: ONE (1) ON BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT (BARBARA
EAGEL RESIGNED); ONE (1) ON FINANCIAL ADVISORY BOARD (JOHN
HAMERSKI RESIGNED); ONE (1) ON PLANNING BOARD (TERRY
COLARULLO REACHED TERM LIMITS)
C) BOARD ACTION REPORT: NONE.
D) MONTHLY BOARD MEETINGS: PREVIOUSLY SUBMITTED.
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5. PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
NONE.
6. NEW BUSINESS
1) APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF A PIANO (for Library Community Room)
Because the Boston Baby Grand piano offered by Steinway Gallery for a reduced cost
of $12,100 was the instrument of choice by most of the Commission members and
members of the Charter Review Board, but which cost exceeded the Town $10,000
Purchasing Policy. Therefore, Town Manager Sugerman had secured an additional two
quotes, both of which were higher than Steinway.
Substantial discussion took place, mostly in favor of the purchase; however,
Commissioner Newill reiterated his stance that investing in a piano whose need was yet
to be proven was not a good use of public funds. The issue will be discussed again at
the September 5 Regular Meeting. (Copy of pertinent information attached to and made
part of these Minutes.)
• 2) AWARDING A CONTRACT TO INSTALL A SIDEWALK AND TRAFFIC
CALMING IMPROVEMENTS ON THE TOWN HALL PROPERTY.
As many patrons walk to the new library, Town Manager Sugerman advised that this
project was necessary for safety. purposes, both for pedestrians and vehicular traffic.
Mr. Sugerman further advised that three (3) quotes had been sought, with Kilbourne &
Sons submitting a low bid of $77,064, the funds for which are available in the current
year budget. After discussion, it was the consensus to place this item on the September
5 Regular Meeting Consent Agenda. (Copy of pertinent information attached to and
made part of these Minutes.)
3) AMENDING CHAPTER 6 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES.
The amendments to Chapter 6, Buildings & Structures, was presented to the
Commission at this time for discussion purposes only, as the amendments were quite
sweeping in scope, including adopting the Florida Building Code by reference. Town
Attorney Sliney advised that besides allowing for discussion/questions at this meeting,
the Commission will have the opportunity for same at the first reading (by title only) at
the September 5 Regular Meeting, the September 26 Workshop and the October 3
Regular Meeting. (Copy of pertinent information. and proposed amendments attached
hereto and made part of these Minutes.)
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7. MISCELLANEOUS -ITEMS LEFT OVER
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The following sets of Minutes were forwarded to the Regular Meeting Agenda for further
consideration and possible approval:
JULY 25, 2006 SPECIAL MEETING
JULY 25, 2006 WORKSHOP MEETING
AUGUST 1, 2006 REGULAR MEETING
AUGUST 7, 2006 SPECIAL MEETING
AUGUST 9, 2006 SPECIAL WORKSHOP MEETING
8. REPORTS -TOWN COMMISSION
Commissioner Jim Newill, CPA, had no report.
Commissioner Miriam S. Zwick advised that the Town Manager had contacted Florida
Power and Light at her request; however, she is still waiting to hear from them.
(See Commissioner's August 1st report re frequent outages at the south end of Town.)
Commissioner Rachael Scala-Pistone expressed concern over the loss of parking
spaces for library patrons during the construction of Well #8 for the R.O. plant, and
suggested the Town Manager confer with Father Grace of St. Lucy's Church to
determine if employees would be allowed to park in that lot during the construction.. The
Commissioner also suggested that police vehicles might be parked at the old water plant
in Boca Raton during this time.
Vice Mayor Joseph J. Asselta referred to the impending Tropical Storm Ernesto and
reminded residents to curtail use of their automobiles during this evening and tomorrow,
August 30, when Ernesto was scheduled to make landfall in Palm Beach County.
Mayor Harold R. Hagelmann read into the record letter from U.S. Congressman Clay
Shaw advising of a flag flown over the Capitol to commemorate the 4th of July. (Letter
attached to and made part of these Minutes)
9. REPORTS -TOWN ATTORNEY
Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney had no report.
10. REPORTS -TOWN MANAGER
Town Manager Dale S. Sugerman handed out a flyer prepared by the Building
Department entitled "Do You Need a Permit?" (Copy attached to and made part of these
Minutes.)
• 11. CONSENT AGENDA
NONE.
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12. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS RELATED TO ITEMS DISCUSSED AT
MEETING
NONE.
13. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission at this time, Mayor
Hagelmann adjourned the Workshop at 2:30 P.M. upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER
ZWICK/COMMISSIONER NEWILL.
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Rachael Scala-Pistone, Commissioner
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Jim Newill, ,Commissioner
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