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REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
June 22, 1970
The City Council met at 8:00 p.m, at City Hall, 3704 Burns Rd. for the
Regular Meeting of June 22, 1970. Mayor Blanck opened the meeting with
the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
ROLL CALL: Roll was called by the City Clerk. Present were: Councilman Prentiss,
Councilman James, Councilman Wiley, Vice Mayor DeLonga and Mayor Blanck.
PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Blanck called for the Public Hearing on rezoning of property in
Section 4 -42-43 on US #1. Motion by Councilman Prentiss, seconded by
Councilman Wiley to read Ord. #7 on first reading. Vote 5 ayes and 0 nays.
Mayor Blanck directed the City Clerk to read Ord. #7-1970, Rezoning Lands
to C -1. Discussion was held with no objections heard. Motion for adjourn-
ment by Councilman Prentiss, seconded by Councilman James. Vote 5 ayes
and 0 nays. Time for the record: 8:15 P.M.
Mayor Blanck called the Regular Meeting to order and for the record stated
a quorum was present with all members attending.
MINUTES: The reading of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 8, 1970 waived
and approved by each Councilman's signature on a Motion by Vice Mayor
DeLonga, seconded by Councilman Prentiss. Vote 5 ayes and 0 nays.
REPORTS: Mr. Moe of the Jaycees was introduced and he expressed thanks for the
donation to the 4th of July fireworks.
Mrs. Compton, Tax Assessor, presented the 1970 Preliminary Tax Roll and
Motion to approve by Vice Mayor DeLonga seconded by Councilman Prentiss.
Vote 5 ayes and 0 nays.
Mr. Carlson reported that the notice from the State of Florida would be
issuing refunds to municipalities on the gas purchases made in the past.
PETITIONS AND
COMMUNICATIONS: a. Mayor Blanck read a letter from the South - Eastern Underwriters Association
notifying that the City has qualified for the next better insurance
classification of Class 9, with the suggestion for better qualification
with the provision of elevated storage for water. Councilman Wiley stated
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he was disappointed. He motioned the City Manager contact the Utility
Company and express our concern for better fire protection and seek some
resolution of fire protection. Seconded by Vice Mayor DeLonga. Vote 5 ayes
and 0 nays. Mr. Diamond stated that he had gone to Jacksonville with maps
and was told then the system was not sufficient and that was four years
ago and the Company had still done nothing.
b. Mayor Blanck read a letter from Robert Diamond in which he registered
complaints against one of the City Election Officials, Mrs. Gustaf
Anderson, for questioning his and his wife's right to vote at both
Municipal election and County election. Mayor Blanck suggested that the
Council wait for the results or response from the County office,
Mr. Beasley. Councilman Wiley asked for interpretation of the Voting laws
to be presented by Attorney Brant for Workshop. Council agreed.
ORDINANCES: First reading of Ordinance #6- Revision of 1969 -70 Budget by the City
Clerk on a Motion by Councilman Prentiss, seconded by Councilman James.
Vote 5 ayes and 0 nays. Council discussed several items which Mr. Carlson
explained.
RESOLUTIONS: a. Motion by Vice Mayor DeLonga seconded by Councilman Prentiss to appoint
Frederick W. Cunningham to the Board of Zoning Appeals. Vote 5 ayes and
0 nays. Motion by Vice Mayor DeLonga seconded by Councilman Prentiss to
read Resolution #20 Appointing member to Zoning Board of Appeals. Vote
5 ayes and 0 nays. Read by the City Clerk.
Motion to adopt Resolution #20 by Councilman Prentiss, seconded by
Vice Mayor DeLonga. Vote 5 ayes and 0 nays. Councilman Wiley thanked
the Council for appointing someone to replace him.
b. Motion by Vice Mayor DeLonga seconded by Councilman Prentiss appointing
James J. Rawlins to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Vote 5 ayes and
0 nays. Motion by Councilman Prentiss, seconded by Vice Mayor DeLonga
to read Resolution #21. Vote 5 ayes and 0 nays. Read by the City Clerk.
Motion by Councilman James, seconded by Councilman Prentiss to adopt.
Vote 5 ayes and 0 nays.
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c. Motion by Councilman Prentiss, seconded by Councilman Wiley appointing
David McCoy to the Merit System Board. Vote 5 ayes and 0 nays.
Motion by Vice Mayor DeLonga appointing Larry flood to the Merit System
Board seconded by Councilman James. Vote 5 ayes and 0 nays.
Motion by Councilman Prentiss, seconded by Vice Mayor DeLonga to read
Resolution #22, appointing 2 members to the Merit Board. Vote 5 ayes and
0 nays.
Motion to adopt Resolution k22 by Councilman Prentiss seconded by Vice
Mayor DeLonga, Vote 5 ayes and 0 nays.
Councilman Wiley suggested that the Merit Board be notified of the
appointments and suggest an early organization meeting of the Board.
Mr. Carlson was directed to find out if Robert Harris was a resident of
the City as yet.
OLD BUSINESS: a. Mr. Cole of the Klock Company discussed easement and hookup with the
Council. Mr. Anderson of Royal American Industries was not able to attend.
Council reviewed facts as this property adjoins the City Complex site and
would drain into the drainage ditch. Mayor Blanck reported that City
Engineer Searcy was in agreement that the existing pipe would permit the
drainage. Mayor Blanck polled the Council and they were in agreement
that a Resolution could be drawn up to allow connection, with the
stipulation that up to 100 gallons of flow be allowed. Mr. Cole was
assured the Resolution could be modified if necessary.
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b. Vice Mayor DeLonga passed /copies of letter from Mr. Early thanking the
Council for supporting the millage election.
c. Woody Dukes, Recreation Director, gave an itinerary of the plans for the
4th of July Celebration and stated committees were meeting again this week.
d. Mr. Carlson reported that Cable TV had been contacted and they were going
to investigate why the reception was not suitable and also would like to
have all complaints addressed to the City Hall.
e. Mr. Carlson reported he had reviewed one letter from Mr. Clair Andersen
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re. location of self - service unit for a Post Office which was a result of
contact with Mr. Weadon.
f. Proposal for two doors in the recreation room at the City Complex was
discussed. Council decided to refer to Fire Chief and Architect E.
Lawrence and present to Workshop Meeting. Attorney Brant will present
information on liability of Architect.
g. Lights at Meridian Park were discussed and Mr. Carlson stated this was in
the hands of the light company now.
h. Council requested a copy of the letter forwarded to Royal American, Inc.
re. recreation lands such as Lake Catherine.
i. Due to vacations for the Council from their various jobs, the meeting
schedule was revised. Mayor Blanck relinquished the gavel and moved to
have meetings on the following dates: July b Workshop; July 13 Regular;
August 3rd Equalization Board Meeting; August 17th Nbrkshop; August 24th
Regular Meeting. Seconded by Councilman Prentiss. Vote 5 ayes and 0 nays.
NEW BUSINESS a. City Manager presented estimate from the City Engineer for extension of
Keating Drive to Illex. Council agreed to study for budget time and also
get an opinion from the Planning 8z Zoning Commission.
b. Letter from Ambulance Service was read by Mayor Blanck and he left blanks
to be filled in by the emergency board.
FOR THE GOOD
OF THE CITY: a. Vice Mayor DeLonga read a letter of commendation to the Hospital for the
excellent care, etc. He stated a gesture of commendation from the Council
would be pleasant thought.
b. YMCA building was discussed. Back in progress and suggested an invitation
for them to attend a meeting to enlighten the Council.
c. When issuing citations, Police cars should set a good example and observe
speed limits.
d. Removal of signs from the Los Vegas Night advertising was suggested.
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ADJOURNMENT- No further business and Motion to adjourn by Councilman Prentiss,
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seconded by Councilman Wiley. Vote 5 ayes and 0 nays.
TIME FOR THE RECORD: 10:15 p.m.
G MAYOR GEORCE R. BLANCK
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VICE MAYOR JAMES C. ilk- NGA
THELMA COMPTON, CITY CLERK
COUNCILMAN THOMAS R. PRENTISS, JR.
COUNCILMAN E. CRAIG JAMES
COUNCILMAN W TER H. WILEY