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Home My Public Portal AboutMay 1997The Official Newsletter of the Town of Gulf Stream MANUAL REVISIONS DRAWING TO A CLOSE By all accounts, the Gulf Stream Design Manual has been a huge success. Architects, residents and Town review boards alike have all praised the book for its clarity and degree of detail in defining the types and quality of homes desired in the Town. Nevertheless, some changes are necessary and the Town Architectural Review and Planning Board has been working hard to improve the Manual throughout the last several months. The Board is putting the finishing touches on the revisions and will hold a joint workshop with the Town Commission on May 14 to formally present all of the proposed changes. The most significant proposed changes include regulations for the following: 9 window size O roof heights for one-story homes and eave heights for one- and two-story homes HOPKINS FILLS COMMISSION VACANCY Dr. A. Curtis True Retires after 5 years Robert W. Hopkins II was appointed to the Town Commission last December to fill a vacancy created by the retirement of Commissioner A. Curtis True, M.D. Dr. True, who lives on Polo Drive with his wife Beatrice, had been on the Commission for more than five years. In March, the Commission honored Dr. True for his years of service with a Resolution and standing ovation, with Mayor Koch noting that he will be sorely missed. Commissioner Hopkins comes well-qualified to the Commission having served as an alternate on the Architectural Review and Planning Board for the last four and a half years. Since 1984, he and his wife Sydney have lived in the EI Cortijo Condominium. `j *MARK YOUR . ;#y CALENDARS!! Town Commission: May 9, Regular Meeting at 9:00 a.m. May 14, Workshop with ARPB at 8:30 a.m. May 21, Meeting with Historic Highway Committee at 8:30 a.m. June 13, Regular Meeting at 9:00 a.m. July 18, Regular Meeting at 9:00 a.m. August 8, Regular Meeting at 9:00 a.m. ARPB: May 14, Workshop with Commission at 8:30 a.m. May 28, Regular Meeting at 8:30 a.m. June 25, Regular Meeting at 8:30 a.m. July 23, Regular Meeting at 8:30 a.m. September 24, Regular Meeting at 8:30 a.m. Historic Highway Committee: May 8, Review Landscape Firm Proposals at 8:30 a.m. May 21, Joint Meeting with Commission at 8:30 a.m. (Contact Town Hall after June for schedule of AIA Landscape Meetings.) *All meetings at Town Hall. Dates and times subject to change. Please call Town Hall to confirm. 1997 17 outdoor lighting R l additions and renovations to existing homes, including homes with prohibited designs such as flat roofs O designing homes that are in character with the neighborhood In addition to the above, the Board also had the Town's design consultant conduct a survey of all existing homes to determine which have Gulf Stream -Bermuda or Spanish -Mediterranean designs. Additions and renovations, including re -roofing, to these homes will be controlled by the provisions of Article VII of the Design Manual which defines these two styles and provides specific regulations for them. After the May 14 workshop, the Town Commission will hold two additional hearings, most likely at their regularly scheduled June and July meetings. Those wishing more information on the changes should attend the May 14 workshop or stop -by the Town Hall to review the revised document. CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS Souder resignation leaves opening on the ARPB with great regret, the Town Commission has accepted the resignation of Suzy Souder from the Architectural Review and Planning Board (ARPB). Mrs. Souder had been a member of the Board since 1991, but due to other commitments, she asked not to be re -appointed for another three-year term. Those interested in serving on the Board should submit a letter addressed to the Town Commission no later than June 1. In particular, the Commission is seeking a year- round resident as the Board does meet in the summer with the exception of August. Seasonal residents who are willing to return for meetings during the summer also will be considered. The Board meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at 8:30 AM., with meetings usually lasting no longer than an hour and a half. Occasionally, however, additional meetings are necessary to deal with matters brought before the Board. All Board members serve without compensation. For more information, please contact the Town Hall, or attend one of the upcoming ARPB meetings in May. Page 2 CURRENTS A1A LANDSCAPE RESTORATION TO GET UNDERWAY At a special joint meeting of the Town Commission and Historic Highway Committee to be held on May 21, the Commission will select a landscape design team to draw up a beautification plan for the entire North Ocean Boulevard (State Road AIA) right-of-way in Gulf Stream. The right-of-way generally includes the first 18 to 21 feet from the edge of the road pavement on both sides of the road. Funding for the project is provided by a federal and state grant. At this time, use of Town funds for the project is not anticipated. The Commission has appointed five residents to the Historic Highway Committee to work closely with the selected design team and other interested residents in developing a landscape plan. Together, the Commission and the Committee also have established eight objectives for the project. These include maintaining the existing Australian pine canopy, planting new Australian pines and other trees and shrubs, and developing an overall plan that complements rather than competes against the landscaping on adjoining private properties. REMINDERS O No commercial photography or filming, Town codes prohibit commercial uses of all types, including still photography and filming. Please notify the Town Hall if you are contacted by a firm wishing to use your home for a photo shoot or film location so that the Town may make the firm aware of this restriction. O Exterior color approval required. The Town has a large but definitive range of approved exterior colors. Please contact the Town Hall before undertaking a repainting project to be sure the color you select is permitted. O Trim trees over roadways. Tree branches hanging over the street should be trimmed to a height of at least 15 feet from the road surface. Please be sure that any tree in front of your property meets this standard. Town of Gulf Stream Town Hall 100 Sea Road Gulf Stream, Florida 33483 Like the original planting of the pines almost 70 years ago, this plan will serve as a lasting legacy for generations to come. Although the Committee will play a lead role in the project, all residents and property owners, particularly those along A1A , are welcomed and encouraged to attend the meetings and give their thoughts and comments. In addition to the May 21 meeting, the following meetings are tentatively planned: Mid June Discussion of project objectives This newsletter is published by the Town of with design team and Historic Highway Committee Mid September Concept plan presentation by � design team to Historic Highway Committee Mid October Draft plan presentation for entire ` roadway by design team to Historic Highway Committee Mid November Final plan presentation by design team to Town Commission for final approval Once specific dates for each of these meetings are established, notice will be given so that those wishing to attend may do so. EImmnmmnnnnnrnnrrnmmnr� This newsletter is published by the Town of ❑ Gulf Stream. Questions or comments should ❑ 8 be directed to the Town Hall at 100 Sea Road, 8 ❑ Gulf Stream, Florida 33483, or phone (561) ❑ ❑ 276-5116. 13e e ❑ ❑ ❑ COMMISSIONERS: ❑ 0 William F. Koch, Jr., Mayor E3 ❑ Alan I. Armour, Vice Mayor ❑ In James E. Cross, Commissioner n ❑ Joan K. Orthwein, Commissioner ❑ ❑ Robert W. Hopkins, II, Commissioner 130 13 STAFF: ❑ E. Scott Harrington, Town Manager ❑ e Robert F. Schultz, Police Chief e Taylor, Town Clerk 13 ❑ [3 : milli 1fi151111111111114111110111111 Bills :