HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Council 021670WORKSHOP MEETING
February 16, 1970
1. Workshop meeting of February 16, 1970 was called to order by Mayor Blanck at
8 P. M. Roll was called by the City Clerk with Mayor Blanck, Councilman Bonner,
Councilman Prentiss and Councilman James present. Vice Mayor Walker was absent.
In attendance were City Manager, Robert Carlson and Attorney, William Brant.
2. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS:
Bulletin from the Municipal Finance Officers Association on proposed new tax on air
transportation was discussed and Council agreed to get in touch with our two senators
by telegram and inform them that we oppose legislation to exempt state and local
government from the tax on air travel, aircraft and air freight. Motion by Councilman
Bonner seconded by Councilman Prentiss. Vote 4 ayes and 0 nays.
Mayor Blanck read a proclamation which had been signed by mayors of Mangonia Park and
Lake worth opposing the forced bussing and involuntary movement of children. Council
agreed to draw up a proclamation in concurrence with these and Attorney Brant was
authorized to give the proclamation a stronger approach. The proclamations will be
mailed to surrounding municipalities and to the School Board.
Y.M.C.A. requested the use and location of a house trailer on their present premises
for the duration of the school year and no later than August when they will be
moving to the new facility on RCA Blvd. Council asked for a written statement from the
owner of the Property, John D. MacArthur giving his permission and which Robert Zecher,
Branch Director agreed to furnish same. Council will present a resolution for the
Regular agenda on Monday February 23 on a motion by Councilman Bonner seconded by
Councilman James. Vote 4 ayes and 0 nays.
Council approved a letter written by the City Manager to the County Commission support-
ing and commending the Inter City First Aid Squad for their present and past perform-
ance in providing ambulance service to the north County area and expressed desire for
continuance of this service.
3. OLD BUSINESS:
Discussion of the expansion of the sewer system was discussed and will be further
investigated and reported by Mr. Carlson. Mr. Brant was authorized to pursue and
further and establish a policy with the Palm Beach County Health Dept. Council
agreed this would be presented to the Planning and Zoning Board for continuance of
the conditional use of the plant at the present site, if expansion is planned,
which would be heard at Public Hearing.
4. NEW BUSINESS:
Candidate for seat 3, Mr. James DeLonga was intorduced and he expressed his position
as not being against this present Council but was very much proud of them and would
like to be a part in helping the City.
Mr. Carlson presented facts pertaining to the need of another police cruiser as when
the cars do break down there is none ready to use as a patrol car. Council
authorized the purchase of patrol car from Roger Dean Chevrolet for $2,642.06 from
the Contingency Fund of the General Fund on a motion by Councilman Prentiss seconded
by Councilman Bonner. Vote 4 ayes and 0 nays.
Mr. Leise reported on persons doing sealcoating driveways stating the jobs were
faulty and requested that tighter restrictions be placed on occupational licenses.
5. ADJOURNMENT
No further business and motion to adjourn by Councilman Prentiss seconded by Council-
man Bonner. Vote 4 ayes and 0 nays.
Time for the record 11:15 P.M.
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T. Compton,, City Clerk