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REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
OCTOBER 5, 1972
The Regular Meeting of the City Council of Palm Beach Gardens was
called to order by Mayor Wiley at 8:24 P.M., Thursday, October 5, 1972
in the Assembly Room, 10500 N. Military Trail.
ROLL CALL: Roll was called by the City Clerk and present were: Councilman Dunbar,
Councilman Bonner, Councilman DeLonga, Vice Mayor Kiedis and Maya
Wiley. City Manager Robert Carlson and Attorney Brant were also
present.
PRESENTATION Mayor Wiley presented Councilman Bonner with a plaque of appreciation
OF PLAQUE:
from the Council for serving as Councilman during the interim term
from August 4, 1972 to October 5, 1972.
Councilman Bonner then stepped down from the Council table.
OATH: Oath of office was given by the City Clerk to the new Council member
Michael Martino, and he was seated at the Council table.
MINUTES: Minutes of the meeting of September 28, 1972 were unanimously approved,
as corrected, on a motion by Vice Mayor Kiedis, seconded by Councilman
Dunbar.
REPORTS: The Monthly Reports from the Recreation, Public Works, Fire, Police,
MONTHLY REPORTS: Vehicular Maintenance and Building Departments were approved by the
Council. Mayor Wiley introduced each Department Head and briefly
outlined the monthly reports to familiarize the audience and the new
Councilman with the activities of each Department.
The following additional reports in answer to questions from the City
Council were made:
RECREATION Woody Dukes, Recreation Director in his report recommended that
DEPT.:
William Higy be employed as Recreation Supervisor. Mr. Carlson, City
Manager concurred with this recommendation and an offer will be made
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to Mr. Higy.
Vice Mayor Kiedis suggested using the facilities of the Bulletin Board
at Plant Drive to inform people of the Recreation facilities and the
events.
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The installation of the shuffleboard court lights will be completed
on October 6, 1972.
The Council directed Mr. Dukes to compile the news for the newsletter
and to notify the Department Heads and the Advisory Boards that any news
item should be submitted by October 11, 1972.
The City Manager stated that the bids were ready to be advertised in the
newspaper for 4 tennis courts with a bid option for 6 courts.
PUBLIC WORKS Leonard Devine, Public Works Director reported the trash truck was
DEPARTMENT:
delivered on this date; that Mr. MacArthur did not desire to clear the
area behind the Publix Market; that no further word had been received
from Rubin Construction Co. regarding the clearing of the 10 acres
adjacent to the Municipal Complex; and that the specifications to
advertise for the cab and chassis and the garbage packer had not been
received.
In answer to vice Mayor Kiedis, inquiry regarding the paving of certain
streets, the City Manager reported that the Council had not given
approval for the project as there was not enough money in the Capital
Improvement Fund. The City Engineer is preparing plans and
specifications for the paving of the sidewalks on Lighthouse Drive and
when completed will be given to the Council for their approval.
The Council requested a site plan of the Public Works Area at 3704
Burns Road showing the interior of the building as well as the yard
p lan, which Mr. Devine declared he had submitted to the Council.
The Council directed the City Manager to place the Public Works Site
Plan, as submitted by Mr. Devine, on the next Workshop Meeting,
October 12, 1972.
FLRE DEPT.: The Council requested the Fire Chief to include the number of men who
participated in fires and drills in his monthly report. The Fire Chief
reported that Publix Market is doing away with their incinerator and
the Hospital now only burns their incinerator once a week and plans
to update it. He stated all firemen are qualified drivers.
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POLICE DEPT.: Vice Mayor Kiedis requested that police officers be placed at the Palm
Beach Gardens High School exits a half hour before the football games to
direct the traffic.
VEHICULAR Council had not objection to Mr. Speers, Director of Vehicular Maintenance,
MAINTENANCE
DEPT: proposed changes to the area in the Public Works Building at 3704 Burns Rd.,
where the fire trucks are now housed. These trucks will be moved to the new
Central Fire Station. The City Manager suggested waiting until a m mplete
plan for the entire area is approved.
BUILDING The City Manager was instructed to follow up with the Architect on the
DEPARTMENT:
color swatches for the Central Fire Station and advise the Council so they
could select a color.
Council requested that all Departments list on their monthly reports a
monthly status of attendance and overtime to keep the Council informed.
COMMUNI- Councilman DeLonga expressed concern about the communication gap that has
CATION GAP:
developed between the employees and the Council, and felt the Department
Heads should submit in writing to the City Manager, whatever information
they have that may be of interest to the Council, who in turn would submit
it in writing to the Council. Also any direct orders to the Department Heads
from the Council should be issued through the City Manager.
USE OF CITY Mayor Wiley again reiterated the policy in regards to the use of City
OWNED
BUILDINGS: owned buildings. The City Council has the responsibility for the use of
all Municipal owned buildings and delegates to the City Manager the
granting, on an occasional use basis, the use of these buildings. However,
any request for the use of any City owned building of a significant nature
on a continuing basis must be approved by the City Council. In specific
reference to the Fire Station, since it is an emergency type operation,
anyone using that building has to recognize that they must not in any way
hinder that operation.
The City Manager reported on the following items:
1. Report from Sgt. Carsillo that the Police Department Reserves had an
election. Jerry Landon was elected Chief, Richard Carsillo- Secretary -
Treasurer and Russ Marchio as Firing Range Officer. An item will be
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placed in the Newsletter explaining what the Police Reserves are and their
qualifications to encourage more participation.
2. The status of the Schlosser suit is in the hands of the Insurance Co.;
there has been no further action by either party.
3. The Newsletter will be published tentitively on November 3, 1972.
4. An invoice has been submitted for the balance of the money due the City
for the past school year for school crossing guards and a requisition sub-
mitted for reimbursement for the 1972 -73 year. Last year the City received
$12,600.
5. The Weekday Newspaper will implement picking up any newspapers that are
left in the driveways on the Monday following their distribution.
6. The status of the Self Service Postal Unit is the same as previously
reported. Mr. Carlson will furnish them with a list of contractors that
might be interested in bidding on the project.
7. Specifications for the Tennis Courts will go into the newspaper Oct.7,
1972, and will be returnable on October 26, 1972.
FRANK DALY Frank Daly, Editor of the Town Crier Newspaper addressed the Council re-
TOWN CRIER
NEWSPAPER: garding the complaints about junk newspapers left on the streets. He stated
he personally delivers his own newspapers and has never had a complaint fron
the City or from a resident, but wishes to know if there are any.
An item will be placed in the Newsletter advising the residents of the names
and addresses of the various newspapers to call if they do not want a paper
delivered to their address. Mr. Dukes was instructed to post on the
bulletin boards the names and addresses of these newspapers so that people
can request delivery or stop delivery.
FIRE HYDRANT City Attorney William Brant reported on the status of the fire hydrant
RENTAL SUIT;
rental suit saying that neither party had taken any action for the past 6
months. The case is ready for trial and either party can move it on to
trial if they so desire, however he recommended to the Council that since
the City is the defendent in the suit they not move in this case. He
further stated if the case is inactive for a period
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October 3, 1972 Page S
of one year the Clerk of the Court notifies both parties and unless
they do something in 34 days the case is dismissed by the Court.
FLORIDA EAST
The City Attorney reported on the status of the invoice from Florida
COAST_ RAIL-
ROAD INVOICE:
East Coast Railroad for the cost of labor and materials for
improvements at the PGA Alt. AlA crossing stating he had written to
the legal and accounting departments and their Attorney orally took
the position that the Railroad is entitled to the sum it has requested
since the City has an easement across the tracks. The Attorney for
the Railroad will confirm this in writing.
PALM BEACH CABLE The monthly report from the Palm Beach Cable TV Company regarding
TV COMPANY
REPORT:
the trouble calls received during the month of August was tabled until
the Workshop Meeting of October 12, 1972.
PETITIONS AND COMKJNICATICNS:
A.E. MAYAr
Y}f/
The Council reviewed the list of items by priority received from the
Youth Athletic Association that they are requesting the Council to
p rovide for thir recreation programs in the coming year, and Mayor Wiley
noted the items that have been placed in the budget. Mr. Maya,
President, said they would like to initiate more programs for girls
and there was a great need for a permanent concession stand at Lake
Catherine Field. Council agreed that Mr. Maya should write to Mr.
MacArthur, owner of the property for his permission and also requested
site plans from the Youth Athletic Assoc. for placement of the items.
DR. RALPH
Dr. Ralph Wilkinson, spoke from the audience requesting the Council
W_ILKINSON:
to consider placing a sidewalk on the east side of Holly Drive from
the Elementary School to Lighthouse Drive as it is a traffic hazard
and unsafe for children. Council agreed to schedule it in the near
future to a workshop meeting.
MR. BONIELLO:
Mr, Boniello, President of the Volunteer Firemen requested a copy of
the Fire Department budget and was told the Mayor or Vice Mayor will
attend their next meeting and explain their budget.
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SENIOR CLASS OF Mr. Thomas Stolting, a member of the Senior Class of Palm Beach
PALM BEACH
GARDENS HIGH Gardens High School asked permission to use the new fire station to
SCHOOL:
build a float which would be completed by November 17, 1972. The
Council tabled the request until they can determine when the fire
station will be turned over to the City by the Contractor.
STEVE GOIONE: Steve Goione, a member of the Volunteer Firemen requested that the
Council set up rules governing the use of the Central Fire Station
to protect their equipment and was assured by the Council that the
area where the fire trucks are located would be secured.
Mayor Wiley acknowledged receipt of communications from the following:
1. Senator De la Paste acknowledging receipt of a copy of the Cityts
letter to Senator Phil Lewis stating they are now studying the
inequities in the law relative to revenue sharing.
2. Letter from Senator Gureny regarding the Federal Revenue Sharing
Funds for the City of Palm Beach Gardens on a preliminary basis is
°-' designated to receive 17.5 based on population.
3. Letter from Frederick Scott, a new resident of Palm Beach Gardens
expressing a desire to serve on an Advisory Board will be acknowledged
by the City Manager and his name placed on the list of persons wishing
to serve on Advisory Board.
4. Letter from Professional Golfers Association of America requesting
permission to use a trailer as temporary office space during the
winter tournament program December 15 through the month of January
was given to the City Clerk to prepare a resolution granting permissiop
to be read for adoption at the next Regular Meeting, October 19, 1972.
5. Council requested that letter from the Department of Pollution
Control, State of Florida announcing two public hearings on October
31st and November l ;t regarding Pollution Control Program be followed
up by the City Manager and to advise the Council of the dispostion.
6. Mayor Wiley made available for circulation the following booklets
that would be of interest to the Council:
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a. A study and analysis on housing and Phase I of an Inventory
and Analysis on Recreation and Open Space published by the Area
Planning Board, Palm Beach County.
b, Publication from the U.S. Department of Transportation on
the New Look in Signs and Markings.
C. Booklet published by the U.S. Department of Transportation
(Topics Is On The Move).
RESOLUTIONS: Resolution #409 1972 amending Section XII, Paragraph 5, "Vacations" of
RESOLUTION #40:
11 the Merit System Rules and Regulations was read by the City Clerk and
unanimously adopted on a motion by Vice Mayor Kiedis seconded by
Councilman Dunbar.
RESOLUTION #43: Resolution #43, 1972 authorizing the use of a trailer for temporary
office space at the Waterway Marina, Inc. was read by the City Clerk
and unanimously adopted on a motion by Councilman Dunbar seconded by
Councilman DeLonga.
`-' ORDINANCES: Ordinance $16, 1972 reducing the speed limit on portions of Lighthouse
ORDINANCE #16:
Drive was read by the City Clerk on first reading on a motion by Vice
Mayor Kiedis, seconded by Councilman Dunbar. During the discussion
Councilman Dunbar suggested amending the Ordinance to include all City
streets and Council agreed to discuss this after the completion of the
survey by the City Manager and the Chief of Police.
ORDINANCE #18: Ordinance #18, 1972 levying the tax and adopting the 1972_73 Budget
was read by the City Clerk on first reading on a motion by Councilman
DeLonga seconded by Vice Mayor Kiedis. Ordinance #18 will be discussed
at the next workshop meeting and second reading is scheduled for the
Regular fleeting, October 19, 1972. The Council directed the City
Manager to have the auditor make an arithmetic check on the budget
figures. Councilman Dunbar made a statement for the record that the
Council had cut from the Department Head budget requests $194,000.00
and $22,000.00 from what the City Manager had recommended.
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ITEMS BY TIE CITY MANAGER AND CITY CLERK:
STREET
The Council tabled the request by the City Manager for a policy on the
MARKERS:
Beautification and Environmental Committee's proposed resolution
regarding street markers to a future Workshop Meeting, so that cost
estimates can be obtained as well as a recommendation from the Police
Department,
PAYMENT TO
The City Manager recommended payment be maae to C. R. Dunn, Inc. for
C.R. DUNN? INC.:
work completed on the installation of the concrete poles, lights and
secondary wiring, Plant Drive Baseball Park. Public Works Director
Leonard Devine concurred with Mr. Carlson.
Motion by Vice Mayor Kiedis, seconded by Councilman DeLonga and
unanimously carried to pay C.R. Dunn, Inc, in the amount of $8,450.00
for work completed.
ITEMS BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL:
JOB CLASS-
The Council authorized the City Manager to prepare a resolution
IFICATIONS:
regarding new job classifications.
REAPPOINTMENT
The Council authorized the City Attorney to prepare a resolution
DEPT. HEADS:
regarding the reappointment of Department Heads and Advisors to the
Council, as required by the Charter.
REAPPOINTMENT
The Council authorized the City Attorney to prepare a resolution for the
BUILDING
OFFICIAL:
reappointment of the Building Official to cover the provisions
regarding the age limit.
STATUS OF
Council directed the City Manager to advise the Mayor and Council of
STEP AND
RANGE:
any change in the status of an employee as to his step and range of
pay increases.
POLICY ON USE
Council directed the City Manager to prepare a recommendation
OF CITY
VEHICLES:
establishing a policy for the use of City vehicles, including the
Fire Department vehicles.
ADVISORY
Councilman Martino was assigned to cover the Advisory Boards that had
BOARDS:
been assigned to Councilman Bonner.
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COUNCILMAN Councilman Martino suggested the following items for possible
MARTINO : .
discussion by the Council:
1--, 1. For better communication and better morale from the employees to
implement a cost reduction and suggestion award program and have the
Merit Board as monitor.
2. To get a response from the Department Heads as to their feeling
about the above suggestion in writing.
3. Speed limits in the City - that certain areas the speed limit is too
high.
4. Storm sewers - gratings on top are unsafe.
Mayor Wiley asked both Mrs. James and Mr. Martino to advise the Council
of any important problems they learned from the residences while they
were campaigning that the Council should act upon.
MDRATORIUM: Jerry Browning, a member of the audience, and who owns a residential
lot in the City and is unable to build because of the Moratorium, was
advised by the Mayor that a letter had been received acknowledging the
Amended at Cityfs letter to the Governor regarding the sewer situation advising
meeting 10/12/72 they would look into the problem.
"Councilman Dunbar
stated he would not Councilman Dunbar and Vice Mayor Kiedis suggested the Council consider
suggest or do any-
thing that would the possibility of rescinding the Moratorium Ordinance; that it would
jeopardize the
health and welfare force the local and state agencies to take some constructive action.
of the
Community." The Council instructed the City Attorney to determine a basis on which
the Moratorium could be lifted.
ADJOURNMENT. Meeting adjourned on a motion by Councilman Dunbar, seconded by Vice
Mayor Kiedis. Time for the record 11:45 P.M.
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_ Mayor Walter -Wiley \ �ouktcilman James Del=ongk, r
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ice Mayor John Kiedis C9tincilma Go do Dunbar
Councilman Michael Martino
Alice Jpan Kerslake, City Clerk