2005.05.31_TC_Minutes_WorkshopTOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
MINUTES OF TOWN COMMISSION MEETING
WORKSHOP
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May 31 2005 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 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.
1. ADDITIONS. DELETIONS OR ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA
Town Manager Dale Sugerman requested the possible summer recess schedule be
addressed under his report. Hearing no objection, Mayor Hagelmann announced the
agenda accepted as amended.
Before proceeding with the agenda, candidate interviews for one (1) position on the
Planning Board and Chairperson Emily Fertil's recommendations for the new Cultural
Society Board were held.
For the Planning Board: Patricia Pembroke and Ken Tapman.
For the Cultural Society Board: Bettie Altman, Jack Glazer, Lois Feldman and Gerry
Pagliaro.
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS
Marie Marchesani, Coronado Condominium, presented the Commission with a brief
presentation regarding the Coronado's desire to install a new sign, which would include
a logo, to identify it. Her presentation showed pictures of current condominiums which,
she felt, set the precedent for her request. During discussion, it was suggested the
issue was two-fold, i.e., a petition to the Board of Adjustment would be in order, as well
as, perhaps, an amendment to code. Copy of presentation is attached to and made part
of these Minutes)
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Joseph Yucht, Dalton Place Condominium, spoke on several issues of interest to him -
a review of the mandate(s) of all Town Boards, and work to be completed on A1A.
3. PRESENTATIONS
NONE.
4. BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
A) BOARD CORRESPONDENCE: NONE.
B) BOARD VACANCIES: ONE (1) ON PLANNING BOARD (Gerald Church's
term expired)
C) BOARD ACTION REPORT: NONE.
D) MONTHLY BOARD MEETINGS: PREVIOUSLY SUBMITTED.
5. PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
• AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING
CODE OF ORDINANCES SECTION 29-14, "LEAKS ON CONSUMER SIDE OF
METER." (first reading 5/3/05; published 5/17/05)
This proposed ordinance will have second reading at the June 7 Regular Meeting,
followed by possible approval.
6. NEW BUSINESS
(1) DISCUSSION RE: INTERLOCALAGREEMENT WITH THE SOLID WASTE
AUTHORITY FOR THE ACCEPTANCE OF DISASTER DEBRIS
MATERIALS.
After some discussion, it was the consensus to enter into this agreement; it will be
placed on the June 7 Consent Agenda.
(2) DISCUSSION RE: REFUNDING 1995 WATERAND SEWER BOND ISSUE.
Town Manager Sugerman addressed this issue, explaining that three (3) bids were
sought, with Wachovia being the lowest, offering a 2.88% interest rate. If the
Commission accepted this bid, it would mean a $500,000+ savings to the Town over a
10 year period. Concluding discussion, it was the consensus to accept the Wachovia
bid; Mr. Sugerman noted that bond counsel Mark Raymond would prepare the necessary
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(2) DISCUSSION RE: REFUNDING 1995 WATERAND SEWER BOND ISSUE.
(continued)
paperwork, including the Resolution, which would be a June 7 Regular Meeting agenda
item. The Town Manager also noted Finance Director Stan Novak's concerted efforts to
bring this savings to the Town. (copy of bids and other pertinent information attached to
and made part if these minutes)
(3) DISCUSSION RE: QUOTES FOR LIBRARY AND COMMISSION SOUND
SYSTEMS.
After substantial discussion, it was the consensus to invite representatives of the two
firms that presented bids to give presentations at the June 7 Regular Meeting, but only
for the library sound system since it was not yet determined if Commission Chambers
would remain as they are at present. (copy of bids and other pertinent information
attached to and made part of these Minutes)
7. MISCELLANEOUS -ITEMS LEFT OVER
(1) DISCUSSION RE: INTERIOR DESIGN DECISIONS FOR LIBRARY FINISH
WORK.
Commissioner Miriam S. Zwick gave a detailed report regarding interior design of the
new library. Her report is attached to and made part of these Minutes.
(2) MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
The following sets of Minutes were moved to the June 7 Regular Meeting for approval:
APRIL 26, 2005 WORKSHOP
MAY 2, 2005 SPECIAL (PRE ATTORNEY/CLIENT SESSION RE
AMCO)
MAY 2, 2005 SPECIAL (PRE ATTORNEY CLIENT SESSION RE LUXURY
DEVELOPERS)
MAY 3, 2005 REGULAR
MAY 3, 2005 SPECIAL WORKSHOP (SALE OF BOCA PROPERTY)
8. REPORTS -TOWN COMMISSION
Commissioner Jim Newill, CPA, had no report.
Commissioner Miriam S. Zwick had already given her report regarding interior design
of the library.
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8. REPORTS -TOWN COMMISSION (continued)
Commissioner Rachael Scala-Pistone had no report.
Vice Mayor Joseph J. Asselta noted the lack of a generator for the R.O. plant, and
questioned what it would cost to purchase. When it was advised the cost of such would
be about 1 million dollars, the Vice Mayor asked if it would have to go to referendum;
Town Attorney Sliney said he would look into that aspect to determine if there was any
provision for "special emergency."
Mayor Harold R. Hagelmann advised the Ocean Cove dock dispute had finally come
to closure; equipment had been removed and pilings cut at mud level. Mayor
Hagelmann also advised that any condominium with a DOT approved crosswalk could,
if interested, contact the county to have a signalized crossing light installed at a cost of
approximately $12,000.
9. REPORTS -TOWN ATTORNEY
Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney also referred to the Ocean Cove dock dispute being
brought to closure.
10. REPORTS -TOWN MANAGER
Town Manager Dale S. Sugerman addressed the following issues:
(1) R.O. PLANT NOISE REDUCTION EFFORT
(2) DRAFT OF MID-YEAR BUDGET ADJUSTMENT
(3) ADDITIONAL VALUATION INFORMATION FOR 8.54-ACRE FORMER
WATER PLANT SITE
Copies of all three reports are attached to and made part of these Minutes.
Discussion regarding summer travel plans were also held at this time, concluding with
the consensus that the August 30 Workshop be cancelled and the September Regular
Meeting moved from September 6 to September 13.
11. CONSENT AGENDA
NONE.
12. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS RELATED TO ITEMS DISCUSSED AT
MEETING
Emily Gentile Fertil and Joseph Yucht offered remarks on various topics discussed by
the Commission..
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13. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission at this time, Mayor
Hagelmann adjourned the Workshop at 4:45 P.M. upon MOTION by VICE MAYOR
ASSELTA/COMMISSIONER SCALA-PISTONE.
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Miriam S. Zwick.~Com sio
Jim Newill,%CPA, Commissioner
Rachael Scala-Pistone, Commissioner