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Regular Town Commission Meeting of the Town of Ocean Ridge held on Monday, February 4, 2002 at 6:30 PM in the Town Hall Meeting Chambers. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kaleel and roll call was answered by the following: Commissioner Aaskov Commissioner Bingham Commissioner Bridges Commissioner Willens Mayor Kaleel Pledge of Allegiance Additions, Deletions, Modifications and Approval of Agenda Comm Bingham stated that she would like to discuss item #3 from the consent agenda. Consent Agenda 1. Minutes of the Regular Town Commission Meeting of January 7, 2002
Comm Aaskov moved to approve the consent agenda, seconded by Comm Willens. Motion carried – yea 5.
Comm Bingham stated that she felt this resolution was an excellent idea as it will keep the districts within the County and give proper representation. Comm Willens moved to approve Resolution No. 2002-01, seconded by Comm Bingham. Mayor Kaleel read the resolution in its entirety. Motion carried – yea 5. Announcements and Proclamations
5. 2002 Municipal Election a. Date of Election is February 12, 2002 b. Two Commission Seats for a three-year term c. Pools will be open 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM d. Voting machine demonstration available until the election Town Clerk Hancsak read the above announcements. 6. Financial Summary By: Karen E. Hancsak, Town Clerk Town Clerk Hancsak advised that the Town had $3,376,876 at the end of the Fiscal Year, however, $222,426 in encumbrances will reduce that amount. She stated that the total revenues for the year were $2,517,849 and the total expenditures were $2, 523, 938 (under the budgeted amount of $2,791,315). She concluded by stating that the Town would still have an approximate $1,700,000 fund balance if all debt were paid off and added that approximately $45,000 was utilized from the $303,140 unappropriated budgeted monies. Public Comment George Bierlin, 26 Hudson Ave., stated that at the meeting the previous month, the Town Commission had discussed the possibility of annexing the County commercial property at the south end of Town. Mr. Bierlin stated that he felt FL Statute (FS) 171 proscribed against annexing more than three properties in the County pocket adding that he felt one of them was a potential environmental problem. He suggested that the Town de-annex 5011 N Ocean Blvd. back into the County. Mayor Kaleel stated that the rest of FS 171 gives the Florida legislature the authority to do some acts other than described by Mr. Bierlin and the Town is researching their ability. He added that he only requested that the Town Commission discuss the possibility and that any property annexed by the Town would be indemnified by the County first so there would be no liability to the Town. He explained that he felt it would be better if the Town could control the area south of Town. Mr. Bierlin questioned if property bordering a commercial zone could more easily be rezoned as commercial to which Mayor Kaleel explained that they would still have to apply for a re-zoning from the Town and it would not be any easier if there is additional commercial property. Mayor Kaleel reiterated that he did not say whether he was in favor of the annexation or not, but only that he feels it should be investigated. Bruce Gimmy, 12 Ocean Ave., questioned the status of the DOT properties on Ocean Ave. to which Town Manager Dunham stated that the Town was conducting their due diligence into cost, et cetera. Regarding the annexation of the County property in the South end, Comm Bridges stated that he did not think it was a good idea to annex the gas station as he felt it was a "time bomb" and that he did not see any value in the annexation. Cheryl Olanoff, 566 David Lane, questioned if the Town had an ordinance requiring a hold harmless to be executed prior to construction to which Atty Spillias replied that if a variance is granted for someone requesting a FFE below 8’ such as the request for later in this meeting, they are required to sign a hold harmless against the Town. He further explained that when a non-conforming property wishes to renovate the Town has the right to require that the new construction conform to the current building standards. In the variance being heard at this meeting, the owner would have had to tear down the entire structure in order to renovate and conform to current codes so a hold harmless should be required to protect the Town should any additional flooding occur on that property. Public Hearings None Regular Agenda Actions and Reports
Mayor Kaleel read the application by title. Town Manager Dunham stated that the bulk of the renovations requested are to add a second floor and that with the exception of the FFE, it will meet all other codes. Town Clerk Hancsak advised that a modified variance was received by the Board of Adjustment. Atty Spillias swore in Scott and Kathy Volpe. Comm Bridges clarified that the request is for a 7’ FFE and not a 7’ floor slab as their letter indicated to which the Volpe’s advised that it was. Comm Bridges moved to approve the variance as submitted, seconded by Comm Willens. Atty Spillias also swore in Dave Berger, 45 Bimini Cove Drive. Mr. Berger questioned if this variance was similar to a situation in the south end where a second floor attic space was added and subsequently used as living space to which Comm Bridges stated that this second floor living space is approved by code. Motion carried – yea 5. Resolutions None First Reading of Ordinances None Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinances None Town Commission Comments 8. Discuss enactment of a building moratorium By: Mayor Kaleel Mayor Kaleel advised that the issue of a building moratorium was discussed at the joint meeting between the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Town Commission. Atty Spillias stated that he would need direction on whether or not to begin the process for a moratorium. He stated that a six month moratorium was discussed which would be long enough for the revisions to Chapters 14 and 26 to be completed. He explained that a draft would be brought to the P & Z Commission and then brought before the Town Commission for two additional public hearings. Comm Bridges suggested that the moratorium be started once the draft is ready and continue for 90 days. Town Manager Dunham stated that the proposed changes would effect about five or six residents who will be submitting building plans, but that it would more than likely have a positive effect. Mayor Kaleel advised that it was the consensus of the Town Commission to hold off the moratorium until the revisions are drafted and those who come in during the moratorium can be advised of the changes. Mr. Berger questioned the purpose of the moratorium to which Mayor Kaleel advised that when major revisions are done to the code, a moratorium ensures that there will be no discrepancies when going through the permit process. Christine D’Angelo questioned what the proposed revisions were to which Mayor Kaleel suggested that she meet with Town Manager Dunham after the meeting to discuss the changes. Town Manager Dunham advised Mrs. D’Angelo that he had spoken with her architect who was aware of what was discussed at the joint meeting. Comm Bridges stated that most of the revisions were a refinement and clarification of the current code and that it should not take as long to make the changes as it did previously. Betty Kelso, 16 Sailfish Lane, questioned what effect this would have on those who already have an approved permit to which Comm Bridges advised it would have no effect. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 7:15PM. |
