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Regular Meeting of the Town Commission of the Town of Ocean Ridge held in the Town Hall Meeting Chambers on Monday, January 10, 2000 at 6:30 PM. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Aaskov and roll call was answered by the following: Commissioner Bingham Commissioner Kaleel Commissioner Stamos Mayor Aaskov It was noted for the record that Comm Bridges was absent with notice. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, an invocation was read by Comm Stamos. Additions, Deletions, Modifications and Approval of Agenda Atty Spillias introduced Paulette Torcivia to the Commissioners and public. He advised that she was appointed on an interim basis as the Town’s Code Enforcement Special Master due to the resignation of Randy Zeldin. Atty Torcivia introduced herself to the Commissioners advising that she would have her first Ocean Ridge Code Enforcement hearing the following Friday. She asked if the Commissioners had any questions for her which they did not. The Commission welcomed her into her new position with the Town. Consent Agenda
Comm Bingham moved to approve the consent agenda as submitted, seconded by Comm Kaleel. Motion carried – yea 4. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND PROCLAMATIONS
Town Clerk Hancsak read the above announcements. Public Comment George Bierlin, 26 Hudson Ave., advised that he wanted to thank the Mayor and Town Manager for getting his street patched before the holidays. Public Hearing
Town Clerk Hancsak read the application by title. She noted for the record that all fees were paid and the only additional correspondence was from Mr. McKinney requesting that his entire letter of application be read into the record. She advised that this variance was being presented to the Building Board of Appeals because it was a permit for construction east of the Coastal Construction Control Line. She then read Mr. Mckinney’s entire letter of application for the record (this letter is part of the official records of the Town). The Commissioners were asked if they had any communications with the applicant or if they had visited the site. Comms Stamos, Kaleel and Mayor Aaskov advised that they had spoken with Mr. McKinney and Comm Bingham advised that she looked at the site. Comm Kaleel moved to approve the variance and also the development permit for the CCCL, seconded by Comm Stamos. Mr. McKinney, applicant, advised that he was very pleased to be working in the Town of Ocean Ridge. He stated that he felt his site was being unfairly prejudged as a result of the house at 6301 N Ocean Blvd. adding that he would not be attempting to maximize any structures on the lot. Comm Bingham questioned the design of swales and drain fields to which Town Manager Dunham stated that the design would not have to be submitted until the formal house plans were submitted. Town Manager Dunham advised that he had explained the issue of the 24’ maximum tie beam for a second floor to Mr. Mckinney who has made the appropriate changes. Roll call was made on Comm Kaleel’s motion. Motion carried – yea 4. Regular Agenda Actions and Reports
Comm Kaleel advised that Boynton Beach is beginning discussions regarding fluoridating the water. He stated that several residents have expressed interest in the idea and suggested that the Town send a letter of support to Boynton Beach. He added that the Assistant City Attorney for Boynton Beach had advised him that the process is already in place and that the additional costs would be minimal. Comm Kaleel moved that the Town send a letter of support for fluoridated water to the City of Boynton Beach, seconded by Comm Stamos. Comm Stamos advised that he was in favor of this action. Comm Kaleel submitted a petition in support of fluoridated water signed by nine residents (all dentists). Comm Bingham questioned how controversial this topic was in Boynton Beach. Comm Kaleel stated that he was just requesting that the Town write a letter of support adding that, if approved by Boynton Beach, the City would start this project even without the Town’s support. Roll call was taken on Comm Kaleel’s motion. Motion carried – yea 4. Comm Bingham stated that some of the Calycophyllum Trees are in very bad condition and some are leaning due to the hurricane. She explained that the trees would take approximately two years to die at which time they would the responsibility of the Town. She suggested that FDOT replace them at this time. Comm Stamos moved that the Town Manager approach FDOT to replace the Calycophyllum trees with an acceptable replacement, seconded by Comm Bingham. Bruce Gimmy, 12 Ocean Ave., stated that he felt not only the damaged trees, but all the Calycophyllum Trees should be replaced. He stated that he felt all of the Ocean Ave. residents would agree to this as they are messy trees. Comm Stamos amended his motion to include replacing all of the Calycophyllum Trees on Ocean Ave, seconded by Comm Bingham. Motion carried – yea 4. Comm Kaleel explained that the Town has finally reached a resolution with the City of Boynton Beach regarding the property surrounding Town Hall. Part of this agreement includes the Town being involved with events at the Oceanfront Park and perhaps even co-sponsoring some events. He stated that he would like to allocate $20,000 from the contingency account for Boynton Beach Oceanfront Park events adding that the entire amount may not be used. Comm Kaleel moved to allocate $20,000 from the contingency account for Boynton Beach Oceanfront Park events, seconded by Comm Stamos. Comm Stamos stated that he felt the Town was working well with Boynton Beach. He questioned if a committee would be formed to determine which events the Town would sponsor and how much money would be offered. Town Manager Dunham stated that Boynton Beach does have a special events committee within their Parks and Recreation Dept. that he could be involved with. Comm Kaleel stated that this allocation was to show Boynton Beach that the Town is committed to the Interlocal Agreement and that specific events would be taken on a case by case basis. Comm Stamos stated that he has always been very conservative with the Town’s money and that approving this would go against his feelings. Town Manager Dunham explained that any event would be brought before the Town Commission for approval before any funds were spent. Comm Kaleel reiterated that it is to show a budgetary consideration that the Town is committed to the agreement. Comm Bingham stated that if the money is approved, she feels that it is easy for it to be spent. Comm Kaleel stated that, historically, the Town has never spent all budgeted monies and has been conservative in their spending. He added that he felt this is a sign of good faith that the City is going to give the Town some control over the events in the Oceanfront Park. Comm Kaleel amended his motion to include that any event funding be approved by the Town Commission, seconded by Comm Stamos. Motion carried – yea 4.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES None SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCES
Town Clerk Hancsak read Ordinance No. 525 by title only. Comm Stamos move to adopt Ordinance No. 525, seconded by Comm Kaleel. There was no comment from the public or the Commissioners. Motion carried – yea 4. Mayor Aaskov stated that although she was not present for the December 22, 1999 meeting, she was in favor of the land purchase from Boynton Beach. She added that she would like to thank Comm Kaleel for all his work in being the Town’s spokesman to the City. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 7:20 PM. |
