2005.04.26_TC_Minutes_Workshop• TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA
TOWN COMMISSION
WORKSHOP MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday. April 26. 2005 1:30 p.m.
Mayor Harold R. Hagelmann called the Workshop Meeting to order in Commission
Chambers at 1:30 P.M. Deputy Town Clerk Jane Dillon called the roll. The Mayor, Vice
Mayor Joseph J. Asselta and Commissioners Miriam S. Zwick and Jim Newill were
present. Commissioner Scala-Pistone was absent. Town Attorney Thomas E. Sliney
and Town Manager Dale Sugerman were also present, as well as members of the
general public.
1. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS OR ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA
The agenda was amended under new business to include a proposed resolution and
delete Mr. Yucht's proposed petition.
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS
Steve Golding, 1101 B Highland Beach Drive, spoke on what appeared to be the
• continuing delay in removing the Ocean Cove dock pilings. Mayor Hagelmann noted that
he had forwarded a letter to Mr. Norman stating the Town's frustration and requesting
there be no further delays.
Joe Yucht, Boca High, spoke re the following five items:
1) Boca High will now pay for installation of crossing light.
2) Would like to see more residents get involved with the Town. Suggested starting an
"Ambassadors Club".
3) Honor one or two condos/associations each month - invite a representative to a
Commission meeting.
4) Disagreed with changing the turtle season date to begin March 1, as beachfront lights
would need to be turned off an extra two months.
5) Milani/County Park suit -suggest Judge recuse himself -conflict of interest with Mary
McCarty (he handled a lawsuit on her behalf.)
Jean Ellis asked if anything was done with the navigation waterways (had an article).
Town Commission stated that they did not receive a copy.
Roberta Kruta asked about the art show at the Sea Frolic and if it was a violation of
Town code. She asked that the matter be looked into.
3. PRESENTATIONS
• None.
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4. BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
A) BOARD CORRESPONDENCE:
1) Planning Board recommendation to keep swimming pool setback at 10 feet.
(Board of Adjustment requested 5 feet).
The Commission agreed with the Planning Board's recommendation.
2) Beaches and Shores recommendation to change start of turtle season from
May 1 to March 1, in keeping with County start.
Commission asked Town Manager Dale Sugerman to look into if this is a mandatory
date in the state and county.
B) BOARD VACANCIES: One (1) on Beaches & Shores Advisory Board.
Lucy Miller made recommendation that applicant James Wanat be considered, and will
be invited to be interviewed at the May 3 regular meeting.
• C) BOARD ACTION REPORT: NONE
D) MONTHLY BOARD MEETINGS: PREVIOUSLY SUBMITTED
5. PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
6. NEW BUSINESS
Mayor Hagelmann introduced a proposed resolution in which the Town's boards would
designate representative from their respective board to attend the monthly Regular
meetings.
Town Manager Dale Sugerman presented a proposed ordinance for a payment plan to
adjust overly high water bills which results from an extenuating circumstance. This
would be amending Code of Ordinances Section 29-14, "Leaks on Consumer Side of
Meter". First reading next Tuesday.
7. MISCELLANEOUS -ITEMS LEFT OVER
MINUTES FOR APPROVAL AT MAY 3, 2005 REGULAR MEETING:
• MARCH 29, 2005 WORKSHOP Minutes accepted as presented.
APRIL 5, 2005 REGULAR
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8. REPORTS -TOWN COMMISSION
COMMISSIONER NEWILL spoke about the crosswalks and that many
automobiles are not following the signs stating the state law. Chief Goss spoke on the
definition of crosswalks and the manner in which they are to work.
Commissioner Newill recommended hiring an interior designer for the colors and
furnishings in the new library. It was agreed by the commission to do so.
COMMISSIONER ZWICK spoke about her beach condo association meeting in
which the Boca fire department is providing to all condos in Boca free defibulators, and
noted that her condo will be providing a refresher course. She also recommends asking
Delray if they will be providing free units, of which Vice Mayor Asselta stated that he
already inquired and they will not be, but will provide accessories for free.
COMMISSIONER SCALA-PISTONE Absent.
VICE MAYOR ASSELTA No report.
MAYOR HAGELMANN No report
• 9. REPORTS -TOWN ATTORNEY No report.
10. REPORTS -TOWN MANAGER No report.
11. CONSENT AGENDA None.
12. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REQUESTS RELATED TO ITEMS DISCUSSED AT
MEETING
Lucy Miller Ambassador East requested permission from DOT to move crosswalk away
from driveway to Ambassador East, yet DOT stripped the old crosswalk instead, and
have not corrected it. Also, DOT put in trees which have died, and have not removed
them, even after a dozen phone calls.
Seymour Strauss noted that he inquired of the police department how many people
have been hit by a car in the past five years, and was told none. Commissioners noted
that was incorrect, several people have been hit.
Bob Lowe noted that some condos use satellite dishes which do not receive channel
19 and Commission should find some way to keep residents informed.
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Joe Yucht Town should establish a better criteria for serving on Boards, and supports
proposed resolution regarding board members attending Commission meetings.
AI Brown, Parker Highlands, complained about the bicycle traffic, especially on
weekends, and the safety issues of these large group of riders.
13. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission at this time, MOTION
to adjourn was made by VICE ZWICK/COMMISSIONER NEWILL at 2:50 p.m.
APPROVAL:
Mayor Harold R. Hagelmann
Vice Mayor Joseph J. Asselta
Commissioner Rachael Scala-Pistone
Commissioner Miriam S. Zwick
Commissioner Jim Newill
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