HomeMy Public PortalAbout07/10/2003July 3, 2003
MAYOR: William F. Koch, Jr.
VICE MAYOR: Joan K. Orthwein
COMMISSIONER: Fred B. Devitt III
Robert W. Hopkins II
William A. Lynch
REGULAR MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING BEING HELD BY THE TOWN COMMISSION OF
THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM ON THURSDAY, JULY 10, 2003 AT 9:00 A.M., IN THE
COMMISSION CHAMBERS OF THE TOWN HALL, 100 SEA ROAD, GULF STREAM,
FLORIDA.
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I. Call to Order.
II. Pledge of Allegiance.
III. Roll Call.
IV. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 6, 2003.
V. Additions, withdrawals, deferrals, arrangement of agenda items.
VI. Announcements.
A. Regular Meetings and Public Hearings
1. August 8, 2003 @ 9 A.M.
2. September 12, 2003 @ 9 A.M.
3. October 10, 2003 @ 9 A.M.
4. November 14, 2003 @ 9 A.M.
5. December 12, 2003 @ 9 A.M.
VII. Public Requests.
A. F.P.& L. Easement Request -P. B. County Commissioner McCarty
VIII. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Applications for Development Approval
1. An application submitted by William Wietsma, as Agent for
William & Joan Luke, the owners of property located at 3211
Polo Drive, Gulf Stream, Florida, which is legally
described as Lot 5, Gulf Stream Properties Subdivision in
i 1 Gulf Stream, F1.
J LETTER REQUESTING TO WITHDRAW THIS APPLICATION
a. VARIANCE to permit the construction of a 1,167.2
square foot screen enclosure with white aluminum frame
and dark gray screen which exceeds the FAR by 556
square feet.
b. LEVEL 3 ARCHITECTURAL /SITE PLAN REVIEW to permit the
installation of a screen enclosure over an existing
swimming pool.
2. An application submitted by Rustem and Kelly Kupi, Agents
and owners of the property located a 3244 N. Ocean Blvd,
Gulf Stream, Florida, which is legally described as Lot
3, Gulf Stream Properties Subdivison.
a. LEVEL 3 ARCHITECTURAL SITE PLAN REVIEW to permit the
demolition of existing structures in 2 phases, (let
rear bedroom then main residence) and the construction
of an 8,043 square foot Colonial Gulf Stream Bermuda
style home with basement garage and a pool cabana.
b. SPECIAL EXCEPTION to permit the construction of open
covered porches which exceed the FAR by 125 sq. ft.
c. LAND CLEARING PERMIT to permit the removal of 1
melaluca tree and clear the building pad.
d. N. OCEAN BLVD. OVERLAY PERMIT to remove existing
philodendron understory and install new plantings as
shown in the landscape design.
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3. An application submitted by Digby Bridges, March and
Associates, agents for Doctors Alan and Ann Aker, owners
of the property located at 3649 N. Ocean Blvd., Gulf
Stream, Florida, legally described as a part of Lot 8
and a part of Lot 9, Gulf Stream Ocean Tracts subdivision.
a. LEVEL 3 ARCHITECTURAL /SITE PLAN REVIEW to permit the
interior demolition of a small structure located in
the southeast corner of the property, detached from
the main house, and the construction of a 618 sq. ft.
guest house within the existing walls and covered band
shell of the Mediterranean Revival architectural
style.
b. SPECIAL EXCEPTION to permit the enclosure of an
existing covered band shell, which is non - conforming
in that it encroaches into the south side yard
setback.
4. An application submitted by Digby Bridges, Marsh and
Associates, agents for the Gulf Stream School, owner of
the property located at 3600 Gulf Stream Road, Gulf
Stream, Florida, which is legally described as Lot 4, Polc
Fields Subdivision.
a. VARIANCE to allow a temporary modular building at the
northwest area of the existing playing field totaling
+/ -1,440 square feet, for relocation of the library
book collection until such time that the new library
is complete.
b. LEVEL 3 ARCHITECTYURAL /SITE PLAN REVIEW to permit the
installation of a temporary modular structure.
IX. Reports.
A. Town Manager
1. Feral Cat Program Update
2. Residents Postal Address
B. Architectural Review & Planning Board
1. Meeting Dates
a. July 17, 2003 @ 8:30 A.M.
b. September 25, 2003 @ 8:30 A.M.
c. October 23, 2003 @ 8:30 A.M.
d. November 20, 2003 @ 8:30 A.M.
e. December 18, 2003 @ 8:30 A.M.
C. Finance Director
1. Financial Report for June 2003
D. Police Chief
1. Activity for June 2003
X. Items for Commission Action.
A. Appointment of an Alternate Member for ARPB
B. Budget Presentation for Fiscal Year 2003 -2004
1. Budget Consideration
2. Proposed Millage for 2003 -2004
1. Certification of Rolled Back Millage Rate
2. Date of First Public Hearing Toward Budget Adoption
3. Date of Second Public Hearing for Final Budget Adoption
C. Items by Mayor and Commissioners.
XI. Public.
XII. Adjournment.
SHOULD ANY INTERESTED PARTY SEEK TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY THE TOWN
COMMISSION WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT THIS MEETING, SAID
PARTY WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS, AND FOR SUCH PURPOSE, MAY
NEED TO INSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH
RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO
BE BASED. F.S.S. 286.0105
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COUNTY, MUNICIPAL AND OTHER LOCAL PUBLIC OFFICERS
LAST NAME -FIRST NAME - MIDDLE NAME NAME OF BOARD. COUNCIL. COMMISSION. AUTHORITY. OR COMMITTEE
Devitt, Fred III I Town of Gulf Stream Commission
3030 N. Ocean Blvd
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING HELD BY THE TOWN
COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM ON THURSDAY, JULY 10, 2003 AT 9:00
A.M., IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBERS OF THE TOWN HALL, 100 SEA ROAD, GULF
STREAM, FLORIDA.
I. Call to Order. Mayor Koch called the
meeting to order at 9 A.M.
II. Pledge of Allegiance. The Pledge of
Allegiance was led by Mayor
Koch.
III. Roll Call.
Present and William F. Koch, Jr.
Mayor
Participating: Joan K. Orthwein
Vice Mayor
Fred B. Devitt III
Commissioner
Robert W. Hopkins
II Commissioner
Via Telephone William A. Lynch
Commissioner
Also Present and William Thrasher
Town Manager
Participating: Dr. Ann Aker
Resident /Applicant
Mark Marsh
Agent -Aker & GS School
Rustem Kupi
Resident /Applicant
Conrad DeSantis
Agent for GS School
Rita Taylor
Town Clerk
Garrett Ward
Police Chief
John Randolph
Town Attorney
IV. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 6, 2003.
Commissioner Hopkins moved and Commissioner Orthwein seconded
that the minutes be approved as circulated and all voted AYE.
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Service
Additions, withdrawals
Town Manager Thrasher
Contract. There were
Vi. Announcements.
A. Reg
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
deferrals
of agenda items.
requested to add Item X.D.
no objections.
ular Meetings and Public Hearings
August 8, 2003 @ 9 A.M.
September 12, 2003 @ 9 A.M.
October 10, 2003 @ 9 A.M.
November 14, 2003 @ 9 A.M.
December 12, 2003 @ 9 A.M.
Mayor Koch announced these dates. Commissioner Devitt reminded that he
Cj} would not be available for the August 8th meeting. There were no
objections to the above dates.
VII. Public Requests.
F.P.& L. Easement Request -P.B. County Commissioner McCarty
Commissioner McCarty was not present at this time.
VIII. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Applications for Development Approval
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July 10, 2003
1. An application submitted by William Wietsma, as Agent for
William & Joan Luke, the owners of property located at 3211
Polo Drive, Gulf Stream, Florida, which is legally
described as Lot 5, Gulf Stream Properties Subdivision in
Gulf Stream, F1.
LETTER REQUESTING TO WITHDRAW THIS APPLICATION
Commissioner Devitt advised that he has a conflict of interest with this
C application in that he represents the owners. The Commissioner excused
himself from the proceedings and completed the Memorandum of Conflict
form.
a. VARIANCE to permit the construction of a 1,167.2
square foot screen enclosure with white aluminum frame
and dark gray screen which exceeds the FAR by 556
square feet.
b. LEVEL 3 ARCHITECTURAL /SITE PLAN REVIEW to permit the
installation of a screen enclosure over an existing
swimming pool.
Town Clerk Taylor informed that this application went before the ARPB at
their last meeting and the requests were denied. The Town Clerk stated
that subsequently the applicant submitted a letter requesting to
withdraw the application.
Commissioner Hopkins moved and Commissioner Orthwein seconded to approve
the request to withdraw the application without prejudice.
Roll Call: AYE, Comm. Hopkins; AYE, Comm. Lynch; AYE, Comm. Orthwein;
AYE, and Mayor Koch; AYE.
Town Clerk Taylor asked that those persons who intended to speak to
please stand and take the Oath. The Town Clerk administered the Oath to
Dr. Ann Aker, Mark Marsh and Mr. & Mrs. Kupi.
Town Clerk Taylor asked if there were any exparte communications to
declare. There were none.
2. An application submitted by Rustem and Kelly Kupi, Agents
and owners of the property located a 3244 N. Ocean Blvd,
Gulf Stream, Florida, which is legally described as Lot 3,
Gulf Stream Properties Subdivision.
Mr. Kupi displayed elevation drawings and color renderings of the
proposed home and explained that he is planning to demolish the existing
^ buildings in 2 phases. The first phase would be the guesthouse in the
(\ % rear and then the main house in the second phase. In determining the
finished floor elevation, Mr. Kupi explained he arrived at an average of
the elevation to the south of 13.39' and 16.14' to the north. He
explained there is a proposed two -car garage in the basement under the
pool cabana, which is not included in the FAR, and a small basement
under the main house consisting of 447 square feet, which has been
included in the FAR. Mr. Kupi pointed out that this is a Colonial Gulf
Stream Bermuda style structure with the two -story portion over the
center of the structure finished off with a widow's walk on the top.
Mayor Koch asked if the new construction is closer to AIA than the
existing house and if the Australian pine trees along AlA would be
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disturbed. Mr. Kupi replied that the new home would be 7 feet closer to
AlA and 71'6" back from the property line. He added that the pine trees
would not be disturbed.
Commissioner Orthwein complimented the design and questioned the
similarity of the home to others in the area. Mr. Kupi stated that his
is a two -story house and the roof is white flat cement tile. He pointed
out that the other homes are one story and of a different design.
There was no comment from the public.
a. LEVEL 3 ARCHITECTURAL SITE PLAN REVIEW to permit the
demolition of existing structures in 2 phases, (lat
rear bedroom then main residence) and the construction
of an 8,043 square foot Colonial Gulf Stream Bermuda
style home with basement garage and a pool cabana.
Commissioner Devitt moved and Commissioner Orthwein seconded to approve
the Level III Architectural /Site Plan (in 2 phases) which includes
demolition of an existing structure, based on a finding that the
proposed two -story Colonial Gulf Stream - Bermuda style residence,
basement garage, pool cabana and open covered porch meet the minimum
intent of the Design Manual and applicable review standards with the
following conditions: 1) FDOT driveway abutting permit must be obtained
prior to commencement of second phase. 2) Gulf Stream Driveway Permit
and removal agreement must be filed prior to issuance of a building
permit. 3) PBC Health Department approval of the septic system shall be
submitted prior to issuance of a building permit. 4) Charcoal -Beige
color roof tile shall be changed to white.
Roll Call: Comm. Devitt; AYE, Comm. Hopkins; AYE, Comm. Lynch; AYE,
Comm. Orthwein; AYE, and Mayor Koch; AYE.
b. SPECIAL EXCEPTION to permit the construction of open
covered porches which exceed the FAR by 125 sq. ft.
Commissioner Devitt moved and Commissioner Orthwein seconded to approve
the Special Exception to permit the construction of an open covered
porch which exceeds the FAR by 125 sq. ft. with the condition that prior
to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy, the owner shall record a
deed restriction requiring that 375 S.F. of open covered porch area
shall forever remain unenclosed as long as the structure exists.
Roll Call: Comm. Devitt; AYE, Comm. Hopkins; AYE, Comm. Lynch; AYE,
Comm. Orthwein; AYE, and Mayor Koch; AYE.
c. LAND CLEARING PERMIT to permit the removal of 1
melaluca tree and clear the building pad.
Commissioner Devitt moved and Commissioner Orthwein seconded to approve
the Land Clearing Permit to permit the removal of 1 melaluca tree and
clear the building pad. Roll Call: Comm. Devitt; AYE, Comm. Hopkins;
AYE, Comm. Lynch; AYE, Comm. Orthwein; AYE, and Mayor Koch; AYE.
d. N. OCEAN BLVD. OVERLAY PERMIT to remove existing
philodendron understory and install new plantings as
shown in the landscape design.
Commissioner Devitt moved and Commissioner Orthwein seconded to approve
the N. Ocean Blvd. Overlay Permit to remove existing philodendron
understory and install new plantings.
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Roll Call: Comm. Devitt; AYE, Comm. Lynch; AYE, Comm. Hopkins; AYE,
Comm. Orthwein; AYE, and Mayor Koch; AYE.
3. An application submitted by Digby Bridges, Marsh and
Associates, agents for Doctors Alan and Ann Aker, owners
of the property located at 3649 N. Ocean Blvd., Gulf
Stream, Florida, legally described as a part of Lot 8.
and a part of Lot 9, Gulf Stream Ocean Tracts subdivision.
Town Clerk Taylor asked if there were any exparte communications to
declare. Mayor Koch, Commissioners Lynch and Devitt disclosed that they
had spoken with Mr. Pfeifler via telephone, a neighbor to the south who
had concerns about the proposed renovation. Commissioners Orthwein and
Hopkins said they had written correspondence from Mr. Pfeifler.
Mark Marsh, displayed a site plan, elevation drawings and color
renderings of the proposed improvement and explained that the existing
building is a one bedroom non conforming structure with a belvedere on
the roof that is accessed by an outside stairway on the north side and
an open band shell on the west side. The proposed structure would be
converted to a guesthouse containing the same square footage of 618 sq.
ft. as presently exists and an entry area on the north end. A new hip
roof would be added to match the existing home. Mr. Marsh stated that a
Special Exception is being requested to extend a non - conforming wall in
that the existing band shell is within the side setback.
Town Clerk Taylor read the June 25, 2003 correspondence that was sent to
all the Commissioners and staff from Mr. Pfeifler in its entirety, and
it was made part of the record. Some of the concerns Mr. Pfeifler had
were that the roof height of the new remodeling not be changed from that
of the plans submitted at the June 9th ARPB meeting and that the height
of the tower not exceed the existing roof height by more than 1 ft.
Additionally, Mr. Pfeifler requested a buffer to be erected between the
construction and his property line.
Mr. Marsh stated that he had spoken with Mr. Pfeifler a number of times
since the June 9th meeting and assured him that his privacy and property
would be protected during construction and Mr. Pfeifler was pleased with
the changes. Mr. Marsh assured the Commission that he would do
everything possible prevent any damages to Mr. Pfeifer's property.
There was no comment from the public.
e. LEVEL 3 ARCHITECTURAL /SITE PLAN REVIEW to permit the
interior demolition of a small structure located in
the southeast corner of the property, detached from
the main house, and the construction of a 618 sq. ft.
guesthouse within the existing walls and covered band
shell of the Mediterranean Revival architectural
style.
Commissioner Devitt moved and Commissioner Orthwein seconded to approve
the Level III Architectural /Site Plan based on a finding that the
proposed Mediterranean style guest house, consisting of 618 sq. ft.,
meets the minimum intent of the Design Manual and applicable review
standards, with the following conditions:
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1) PBC Health Department approval of the septic system shall be required
prior to issuance of a building permit. 2) DEP coastal construction
review and Letter of Intent to Issue a Permit for all construction
seaward of the 1978 CCCL prior to the issuance of a building permit,
along with a copy of approved construction drawings, including planting.
3) Care shall be taken to protect Mr. Pfeifler's property and a
construction barrier shall be installed between properties. In the
event there is any damage it shall be repaired/ replaced. 4) New roof
shall not exceed existing roof height by more than 1 foot. Roll Call:
Comm. Devitt; AYE, Comm. Hopkins; AYE, Comm. Lynch; AYE, Comm. Orthwein;
AYE, and Mayor Koch; AYE.
b. SPECIAL EXCEPTION to permit the enclosure of an
existing covered band shell, which is non - conforming
in that it encroaches into the south side yard
setback.
Commissioner Devitt moved and Commissioner Orthwein seconded to approve
a Special Exception to allow extending a nonconforming existing wall of
the guesthouse into the south side yard setback based on a finding that
the specific standards for review have been met. Roll Call: Comm.
Devitt; AYE, Comm. Hopkins; AYE, Comm. Lynch; AYE, Comm. Orthwein; AYE,
and Mayor Koch; AYE.
4. An application submitted by Digby Bridges, Marsh and
Associates, agents for the Gulf Stream School, owner of
the property located at 3600 Gulf Stream Road,. Gulf
Stream, Florida, which is legally described as Lot 4, Polo
Fields Subdivision.
Town Clerk Taylor asked if there were any exparte communications to
declare. There were none. The Town Clerk administered the Oath to
Conrad DeSantis.
Mark Marsh introduced Conrad DeSantis, attorney for the Gulf Stream
School. Mr. DeSantis thanked the Commission for hearing him and said
that the school building project was underway and the demolition of the
library is about to start. He stated that since construction will
continue into the next school year, it is necessary to provide a
temporary facility to house the library material so that students will
have access to it. For this reason, the school is requesting a variance
to permit a temporary modular building.
Mayor Koch questioned the safety of the structure and asked where the
�) temporary modular building would be placed.
Mr. DeSantis confirmed that the temporary modular building meets all the
safety code requirements and said it would be placed at the north end of
the athletic field.
The Commission was concerned about the length of time the project would
take. Mr. Marsh said the previous recommendation is for 12 months but
he would update the Town in 6 months on the status of the project.
There was no comment from the public.
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a. VARIANCE to allow a temporary modular building at the
northwest area of the existing playing field totaling
+/ -1,440 square feet, for relocation of the library
book collection until such time that the new library
is complete.
Commissioner Orthwein moved and Commissioner Hopkins seconded to approve
the Variance to allow a temporary modular building at the northwest area
)lJ� of the existing playing field totaling +/ -1,440 square feet for
relocation of the library book collection until such time that the
library is complete. Roll Call: Comm. Devitt; AYE, Comm. Hopkins; AYE,
Comm. Lynch; AYE, Comm. Orthwein; AYE, and Mayor Koch; AYE.
b. LEVEL 3 ARCHITECTYURAL /SITE PLAN REVIEW to permit the
installation of a temporary modular structure.
Commissioner Orthwein moved and Commissioner Hopkins seconded to approve
the Level III Architectural /Site Plan for the installation of a
temporary modular structure. Roll Call: Comm. Devitt; AYE, Comm.
Hopkins; AYE Comm. Lynch; AYE, Comm. Orthwein; AYE, and Mayor Koch; AYE.
VII. Public Requests.
F.P.& L. Easement Request -P.B. County Commissioner McCarty
This Item was heard at this time, 9:45 A.M.
Commissioner McCarty thanked the Commission for hearing this item for a
third time and apologized for arriving late as well as for missing the
previously scheduled meeting. The Commissioner explained that she was
contacted by one of the residents who resides in L'Hermitage and was
concerned about the pole with three transformers that was placed in her
line of view. Commissioner McCarty stated that she had contacted FP & L
and was told the pole was placed there for additional power to the
generator that was installed by the Town. Commissioner McCarty said
neither the County or the residents at L'Hermitage were contacted by FP
& L about the installation. The Commissioner requested to relocate the
transformers on the ground behind the town hall maintenance building,
adding that the entire cost for the relocation would be allocated from
her discretionary funds. She explained that the request to relocate the
service is because the pole is unsightly and she believe Gulf Stream
should be neighborly in granting this easement request as the
transformers service the Town of Gulf Stream one hundred percent.
With regards to the discretionary funds, Commissioner McCarty explained
that each County Commissioner is allocated one million dollars per year
of gas tax dollars which come from business in the County. The funds
are not generally used in the Gulf Stream area in that there is no
roadwork. This is why she is able to pay for the relocation of the pole
from the discretionary fund.
The Town Commission thanked Commissioner McCarty for explaining her
position and decided that they could not make a decision at this time as
they were in the process of considering future construction at the rear
of the town hall property and the transformers might need to be
relocated again.
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Attorney Randolph advised that this is the meeting subsequent to the
meeting where this item was discussed and a Commissioner voting on the
prevailing side could make a motion to reconsider request.
Commissioner Devitt stated that he was not prepared to make a decision
at this time. The Commission agreed to take no further action on this
Citem until a decision had been made regarding proposed construction.
J IX. Reports.
A. Town Manager
5. Feral Cat Program Update
Town Manager Thrasher reported that the feral cat program is status quo
with no major changes in the TNR Program. The Town Manager added that
the current trapping cycle yielded 4 kittens and 2 cats.
Chief Ward added that subsequent to the last Commission meeting, there
was a lawsuit filed against Florida Wildlife Commission by a large
animal activist group regarding the position they took on the TNR
Program. The Chief added that trappers are cautious in advertising any
aggressive treatment.
The Commission directed staff to contact various trappers for different
opinions.
Attorney Randolph added that the Town of Palm Beach is in the same
situation as Gulf Stream, in that the TNR Program is not working
effectively.
6. Residents Postal Address
Town Manager Thrasher reported that he has receive a number of telephone
calls from residents including, Commissioner Hopkins, who are concerned
about correspondence they received from the US Postal Service which
requires that Gulf Stream residents use Delray Beach as their mailing
address. Mr. Thrasher advised that he has a scheduled meeting with the
Post Master for further information and clarification.
B. Architectural Review & Planning Board
1. Meeting Dates
m. July 17, 2003 @ 8:30 A.M.
n. September 25, 2003 @ 8:30 A.M.
o. October 23, 2003 @ 8:30 A.M.
p. November 20, 2003 @ 8:30 A.M.
q. December 18, 2003 @ 8:30 A.M.
Town Clerk Taylor announced these dates.
C. Finance Director
1. Financial Report for June 2003
Town Manager Thrasher asked that his report be accepted as submitted if
there were no questions, and there were none.
Commissioner Orthwein moved and Commissioner Hopkins seconded to approve
the Financial Report and all voted AYE at Roll Call.
D. Police Chief
1. Activity for June 2003
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Chief Ward asked that his report be accepted as submitted and added that
Officer Gorel received an award from Palm Beach County (MADD) Mothers
Against Drunk Driving at the organization's annual luncheon in West Palm
Beach. The Chief informed that Lieutenant Allen and the business
manager from the Gulf Stream School attended a training seminar on
school security and safety, and Officers Schlosser and Ferguson attended
a driver training class to deal with bike and car conflicts.
X. Items for Commission Action.
A. Appointment of an Alternate Member for ARPB
The Commission agreed to table this item to the next meeting, as there
were no candidates for appointment.
B. Budget Presentation for Fiscal Year 2003 -2004
1.Budget Consideration
Town Manager Thrasher referred to a letter and a proposed resolution
from Commissioner Hopkins regarding the budget and asked if there were
any questions or comments.
Commissioner Hopkins explained that he is respecting the Sunshine Law,
but he wanted the Commissioners to consider his perspective. The
Commissioner believes the town should remain on the conservative side.
Commissioner Hopkins asked Town Clerk Taylor to read the resolution and
it was made a part of the record and attached hereto.
Mayor Koch informed the Commission that they have all the information to
set a proposed rolled back millage rate and suggested that they hold a
special meeting to discuss the budget.
Attorney Randolph reminded that the rolled back millage rate can be
certified and then be lowered, but cannot be increased.
Town Manager Thrasher is concerned that the public safety emergency
response time is too long and part of his budget request is that a fire
substation be constructed behind the maintenance building. The Town
Manager requested that the Fire Chief from Delray appear to give an
expert opinion on adding a fire substation. There were no objections to
this.
A Special Budget Meeting was scheduled on August 5, 2003 at 9:00 A.M.
for further discussions.
Commissioner Devitt moved and Commissioner Orthwein seconded to set the
Proposed Millage for 2003 -2004 at 3.6377 and all voted AYE at Roll Call.
1. Certification of Rolled Back Millage Rate
Commissioner Orthwein moved and Commissioner Hopkins seconded to Certify
the Rolled Back Millage Rate at 3.6377 and all voted AYE at Roll Call.
2. Date of First Public Hearing Toward Budget Adoption
Commissioner Orthwein moved and Commissioner Hopkins seconded to set the
Date of First Public Hearing Toward Budget Adoption on September 10,
2003 at 5:01 P.M. and all voted AYE at Roll Call.
3. Date of Second Public Hearing for Final Budget Adoption
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Commissioner Orthwein moved and Commissioner Hopkins seconded to set the
date of Second Public Hearing for Final Budget Adoption on September 23,
2003 at 5:01 P.M. and all voted AYE at Roll Call.
Town Clerk Taylor suggested that the regular meeting on September 12th be
changed to September 10th at 4:00 P.M., in that there is a budget hearing
scheduled for the same day. There were no objections.
Commissioner Devitt moved and Commissioner Hopkins seconded to change
the September 12th regular meeting date to September 10th at 4:00 P.M.
and all voted AYE at Roll Call.
A. Items by Mayor and Commissioners.
Commissioner Orthwein reported that she is still getting complaints from
residents about the cyclists along AlA. The Commission agreed that there
should be more enforcement of violators.
Chief Ward said the police department is following up on a suggestion
from Commissioner Devitt to locate and observe established bike paths
and note if the same activity exists in the presence of an existing bike
path.
Mayor Koch added that the town purchased a video camera, which is being
used to record cyclists and other violators along AlA. The Mayor
directed that the police department contact other municipalities for
suggestions regarding getting the cyclists„to obey the traffic laws.
B. Grubbs Emergency Service Contract'.
Town Manager Thrasher informed the Commission that he has received the
renewal contract for hurricane cleanup from Grubbs Construction. The
Town Attorney has reviewed the contract and made a few changes. The
Town Manager asked the Commission for authorization to have Mayor Koch
execute the contract after the changes had been made.
Commissioner Orthwein moved and Commissioner Hopkins seconded to approve
execution of the Grubbs Emergency Service Contract with the changes.
Roll Call: Comm. Devitt; AYE, Comm. Hopkins; AYE Comm. Lynch; AYE, Comm.
Orthwein; AYE, and Mayor Koch; AYE.
XI. Public. There was no comment from the public.
XII. Adjournment. Mayor Koch adjourned the meeting at 11:20 A.M. on a
motion to do so made by Commissioner Lynch and seconded by
Commissioner Hopkins with all voting in the affirmative.