2005.05.03_TC_Minutes_RegularTOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
MINUTES OF TOWN COMMISSION MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, May 3, 2005 1:30 P.M.
Mayor Harold R. Hagelmann called the Regular Meeting to order in Commission
Chambers at 1:300 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 service men and women.
1. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS OR ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA
• Town Manager Sugerman requested that discussion of the re-roofing project for Town
Hall, which he would address under his report, be added to the Agenda. Mayor
Hagelmann also requested that interviews for prospective members of the Cultural
Society Board be added after the reading of the Proclamations, as well as a proposed
resolution for Delray Fire/Rescue relating to County grant monies.
There was no objection to either request, and the Agenda was so amended.
PROCLAMATIONS: (1) NATIONAL SAFE BOATING WEEK
Representatives of the Coast Guard Auxiliary were in attendance to accept this
proclamation relating to National Safe Boating Week. (copy attached to and made
part of these Minutes)
(2) CIVILITY
This proclamation is done yearly at the request of The Florida Bar, City, County
and Local Government Law Section. (copy attached to and made part of these
Minutes)
Note: Both Proclamations were read into the record by Mayor Hagelmann; he also
presented the original safe boating proclamation to the Coast Guard Auxiliary.
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Cultural Society Board Interviews
Most likely because of mis-communication, only candidate Seymour Strauss was present
for interview. After some discussion, he was approved as an "associate" member since
he is not afull-time resident. Chairperson Emily Gentile Fertil said she would continue
interviewing applicants, and Commission interviews would be held in the near future.
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS
AI Bresnahan, Seagate, complained about the audio system in Chambers, saying it was
difficult to follow the proceedings on TV as no one could be heard.
Steve Golding, Highland Beach Drive, referred to the Ocean Cove dock dispute, saying
there had been nothing done, despite developer Jeff Norman's assertions. for over a
year and some months. During discussion, it was noted that a meeting with Mr. Norman
and Jeffery Levine, Mr. Norman's attorney, would be set up with Town Attorney Sliney
and Mayor Hagelmann, and Mr. Golding would be notified of the meeting results in
writing.
• Tony Rotaldo, Coronado, complained of noisy speed boats on the Intracoastal.
Joe Yucht, Boca Hi, referred to one's "right to a view" being set out in the Town Code,
but did not recall what section of Code it was in. He also said he was in favor of the
proposed resolution that Board members attend Commission meetings.
Financial Advisory Board Chairman Alan Teller, 4210 S. Ocean Blvd., felt the
proposed resolution that Board members attend Commission meetings was not a good
idea, as the section that proposed to "dock" them as missing one of their own meetings
would be a "turn off' to those who would otherwise be willing to serve. After some
discussion, it was agreed that this section be removed.
Further discussion took place, with Mr. Teller noting lack of direction from the
Commission to the FAB, and concluding with a consensus that the Board take more
initiative regarding projects they feel the FAB should review. As a start, it was agreed
by the members that the FAB should review the Florida Retirement System (Pension
Plan).
3. PRESENTATIONS
NONE.
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4. BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
A) BOARD CORRESPONDENCE: NONE.
B) BOARD VACANCIES:
One (1) on Beaches & Shores Advisory
Upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER SCALA-PISTONENICE MAYOR ASSELTA, James
Wanat was unanimously approved to serve athree-year term on the Beaches and
Shores Advisory Board.
C) BOARD ACTION REPORT: The BAR was accepted as information.
D) MONTHLY BOARD MEETINGS: The Mayor read the following into the
record:
Planning Board - 5/11105 - 9:30 A.M., followed by
a Public Hearing; 5!18/05 - 9:30 A.M. -Special.
. Board of Adjustment -None Scheduled.
Code Enforcement Board -None Scheduled.
Financial Advisory Board -None Scheduled.
Beaches & Shores Advisory - 5/10/05 - 9:30 A.M.
5. PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
1) AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA,
AMENDING CODE OF ORDINANCES SECTION 29-14, "LEAKS ON CONSUMER
SIDE OF METER". (first reading)
2) A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF
HIGHLAND BEACH CONCERNING TOWN BOARD MEMBER ATTENDANCE AT
TOWN COMMISSION MEETINGS.
As amended to exclude the obligatory attendance at Commission meetings, this
Resolution was unanimously approved by COMMISSIONER ZWICK/COMMISSIONER
SCALA-PISTONE. (copy attached to and made part of these Minutes)
3} A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA,
REQUESTING A PORTION OF THE COUNTY EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE
GRANT AWARD PROGRAM FUNDS.
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i As this is a periodic customary Commission action requested by Delray Fire/Rescue,
Mayor Hagelmann read the proposed resolution into the record so it could be known
what equipment Fire/Rescue is using the monies for this time. Among other equipment,
this proposed resolution included two (2) automatic electronic defribillators for the Town.
Upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER ZWICK/COMMISSIONER NEWILL, the Resolution
was unanimously approved. (copy attached to and made part of these Minutes)
6. NEW BUSINESS
Town Manager Dale S. Sugerman advised that three (3) quotes for re-roofing the south
side of Town Hall had been received, all of them in excess of the $44,000 budgeted, with
the lowest bid being $51,300. After some discussion, and upon MOTION by VICE
MAYOR ASSELTA/COMMISSIONER NEWILL, the low bid of $51,300 was unanimously
approved. (related correspondence attached to and made part of these Minutes)
7. MISCELLANEOUS -ITEMS LEFT OVER
MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
Upon MOTION by COMMISSIONER NEWILL/COMMISSIONER ZWICK, the following
sets of Minutes were unanimously approved.
• MARCH 29, 2005 WORKSHOP
APRIL 5, 2005 REGULAR
8. REPORTS -TOWN COMMISSION
Commissioner Jim Newill, CPA, former Chair of the FAB, noted his approval of the
Financial Advisory Board reviewing the Pension Plan.
Commissioner Miriam S, Zwick had no report.
Commissioner Rachael Scala-Pistone advised she will be working on having the length
of the Intracoastal Waterway in Highland Beach designated a no-wake zone. Mayor
Hagelmann asked that she not start until he had a chance to check with a friend who is
an Admiral, and who possibly could lend assistance to the effort.
Vice Mayor Joseph J. Asselta commented that not having a "no wake" zone on the
Town's section of the Intracoastal is causing a health hazard in that speeding boats
create a berm which affects the mangrove areas, thus not allowing them to flush with the
tides; also, breeding grounds for manatees are affected.
The Vice Mayor also noted that, with the Commission's approval, there were some
items he would like the FAB to look into: (1) an analysis of refuse rates being charged
and collected in the Town; (2) a review of water rates, as with the new R.O. plant the
cost of water exceeds current rates; and (3) in conjunction with the Town Manager and
Town Attorney determine the cost of operating the Building Department. as well as a 5-
year analysis of building projections and fees.
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• 8. REPORTS -TOWN COMMISSION (continued)
Upon MOTION by VICE MAYOR ASSELTA/COMMISSIONER NEWILL, all three (3) of
the Vice Mayor's above-mentioned proposals for FAB review/analysis were unanimously
approved by the Commission members.
Concluding his report, the Vice Mayor further commented that monthly financial reports
transmitted to the FAB should note expenditures for capital projects. The Commission
was in unanimous agreement.
Mayor Harold R. Hagelmann complimented Town Manager Dale S. Sugermen on the
fine job he has done thus far, particularly as he corrected overcharges on our sewer/
wastewater contract with Delray, resulting in a $93,166.00 refund to the Town and a
round of applause for Mr. Sugerman.
9. REPORTS -TOWN ATTORNEY
Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney referred to the Ocean Cove dock dispute, saying he
agreed that the issue had gone on too long, and suggesting a meeting with himself,
Mayor Hagelmann, developer Jeff Norman and Mr. Norman's attorney, Jeffrey Levine,
to bring the dispute to closure. The Commission agreed with Mr. Sliney; he will advise
• when the meeting is scheduled.
10. REPORTS -TOWN MANAGER
Town Manager Dale S. Sugermen addressed a letter from architect, Peter Corrales,
concerning the hiring of an interior design firm for the finish of the new library, and in
which it is stated that any changes will affect the cost and possibly the completion date.
Commissioner Zwick advised that it would be extremely difficult to engage an interior
design firm to approve things that have already been done or chosen (marble/carpet).
Concluding discussion, and with Commission approval, Commissioner and Mr. Zwick
(AI), having had 36 years experience in this field, offered to assist in coordination of the
new library's interior design.
11. CONSENT AGENDA
NONE.
12. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS RELATED TO ITEMS DISCUSSED AT
MEETING
Cultural Society Chairperson Emily Gentile-Fertil questioned if the new library was set
up for art classes (sinks, etc.)
• AI Bresnahan, referred to the former manager's promise that the new library would come
in under budget.
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12. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS RELATED TO ITEMS DISCUSSED AT
MEETING (continued)
Joe Yucht commended Commissioner Zwick on the fine job of interior design she had
done on Boca Highland's Beach Club.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission at this time, Mayor
Hagelmann adjourned the Regular Meeting at 3:55 P.M., upon MOTION by VICE
MAYOR ASSELTA/COMMISSIONER NEWILL.
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