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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF TIE COUNCILMEN
OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA
The Regular Monthly Meeting of the Councilmen of the Village of
Tequesta was held Tuesday, February 11, 1964 at 8:00 P.M. at the First
United Presbyterian Church, Tequesta Drive. Councilmen present were:
Messrs. Valier, Bowden, Steuart, Cornelius and Turnbull. Also present
were Village Attorney William Lord and Robert Harp, Village Clerk.
The Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved.
Upon motion by Stewart, second by Turnbull and passed, the Trea-
surer's Report and Disbursements for the month of January, 1964 were
approved. Cash Balances on Rand at 1 -31 -64 were as follows:
First Bank of Jupiter $20,883.02
Community Federal Savings and Loan 20,708.07
Petty Cash 25.00
$44 .6616
Balances in the Various Accounts were as follows:
Operating Account $31,738.62
Petty Cash 25.00
Building Fund 4,500.00
Streets, Roads and Drainage Fund 4,470.00
Capital Fund _ 882.47
$44,616.09
Copies of the Annual Audit for the fiscal year ended September 30, 1963
as prepared by J. LT. Perry wore given to each Councilriian.
Police Chief Henry M. Dusenbery presented his report for the month
of January 1964. The report showed the resignation of Officer I P.
Dahlmeyer as of January 5 and the appointment of Llilliam Petrie to
Fill this vacancy effective January 15. The report showed that the
police vehicles traveled a total of 4,462 miles on routine patrol work.
Chief Dusenbery briefly discussed a recent BfE and suggested that Village
residents make their homes secure when leaving them.
The Clerk gave Second Reading to Ordinance No. 78, "An Ordinance
of the Village of Tequesta, Florida, amending Ordinance No. 43 and the
Zoning Map thereunder to change the Zoning Classification of a parcel
of land owned by DiVosta Land Company (Parcel "A ", Ridgewood Homes,
Section 2). Upon completion of the Second Reading, Cornelius moved,
seconded by Bowden that the Second Reading be approved. Motion passed.
Ordinance No. 78, having been read and approved twice, was hereby passed
and adopted after Second Reading.
The Clerk gave Second Reading to Ordinance No. 79, "An Ordinance
of the Village of Tequesta, Florida, amending Ordinance No. 43 and the
Zoning Map thereunder to include the zoning of a parcel of land annexed
to the territorial limits of the Village of Tequesta by Ordinance No. 65.
,* (U.S. Government property North of SR 707 lying between the East RA
line of the Intracoastal Waterway and bounded on the North by the Standard
Oil Company property.) Upon completion of the Second Reading, Cornelius
moved, seconded by Turnbull that the Second Reading be approved. Motion
passed. Ordinance No. 79, having been read and approved twice, eras hereby
passed and adopted after Second Reading
Upon motion by Turnbull, second by Bowden and passed, the results
of the Referendum Election held January 21, 1964 showing:
105 Votes for the question
11 Votes against the question
116
"Should the Village of Tequesta be divided into two (2) wards
divided by the North Fork of Loxahatchee River, the Village
Council to be composed of two (2) members residing in each
ward, and a fifth member to reside in either ward and to serve
as Mayor;-all Candidates to be elected by the electors at
large."
were duly accepted.
Upon motion by Stewart, second by Bowden and passed, Tuesday,
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March 17, 1964 was set as the time and date for the annual Village
Election for the election of two (2) Councilmen from the first ward;
two (2) Councilmen . from the second ward and a Mayor -- Councilman for a
term of two (2) years. (The Candidates for Councilman in both wards
receiving the highest number of votes will be elected for a terns of
two (2) years and the candidate receiving the neat highest number of
votes will be elected for a terns of one (1) year).
Upon motion by Cornelius, second by Bowden and passed, Mayor
Valier's appointment of A. Douglas Murphy and Jahn M. Good to the
Zoning Board of Adjustment for terms of thwez(3) years each, was hereby
approved.
Upon motion by Turnbull, second by Cornelius and passed, Mayor
Valier's appointer of General Ed`rard A. Montgomery to fill the unexpired
term of Captain Morgan H. Harris, Jr. on the Palm Beach County Resources
Development Board was hereby approved.
Village Attorney tlilliam Lord read Ordinance No. 80; "An Ordinance
repealing Ordinance No. 55 of the Village of Tequesta." This is the
Sign Ordinance superseded by new Cign Ordinance No. 77. Cornelius
moved, seconded by Steuart, that Ordinance No. 80 be adopted. Motion
passed and all Councilmen being present, Ordinance No. 80 vas adopted
on First Reading.
The Village Manager reported the only bid received to date to widen
the curve at El Portal across the road from the Plankinton residence was
for $354.00 from Tropical Paving. Crabtree Construction had stated they
did not wish to bid on it and Rubin Construction had looked at the pro-
posed work but as of this meeting had not as yet submitted a bid for the
work. The Village Manager stated he believed the bid was reasonable.
Turnbull moved, seconded by Cornelius that Tropical Paving be authorized
to widen the curve at El Portal at a cost of $354.00. Motion passed.
Cornelius moved, seconded by Turnbull and passed, that the Village
Clerk be authorized to attend the 22nd 1,nnual Municipal Clerks and
Finance Officers Short Course at the University of Florida, Gainesville,
March 22 -25 at a cost of approximately $100.00
A request from Tequesta Construction Corp. to repaint a non - conforming
developer's sign presently located on the North side of Tequesta Drive,
just West of the F.E.C. railway tracks was considered and discussed. As
per the terms of Section 11 of sign oridnance no. 77, such signs shall
be permitted upon application to the Village Council and shall be for
a periol of six months only. Council was advised that the maximum size
sign permitted in the C -1 area is 100 square feet. The existing sign
measures 128 square feet. Proposed plans for the lettering of the sign
were shown to the Council. Upon motion by Stevart, second by Bowden and
passed, the Village Clerk was authorized to issue a six (6) months sign
permit to Tequesta Construction Corp., upon receipt of proper application
and fee and also providing the sign does not exceed one hundred (100)
square feet in area, for the repainting and repair of the currently existing
sign on Tequesta Drive just west of the F.E.C. railtray tracks.
Mr. Albert D. Alderman presented more complete and detailed plans
together with specifications of the proposed Village Hall for the con -
sideration of the Council. Since word has not been received from
Mr. George W. Offutt III concerning a right of may on the East, the
garage plan shows windows on the east side but the general construction
will allow for relatively easy, installation of doors at a later date.
Some discussion ensued on provisions for filling a pumper truck for the
fire department. It was suggested that the plans be given greater
scrutiny and Mayor Valier asked the Village Manager, Police Chief and
j Mr. Paul Sawyer to look over the plans to see if all necessary items had
�r been included.
A discussion ensued on the payment of salaries to Councilmen. It
was pointed out that Councilmen holding office could not raise their
salaries while in office. It was also brought out that in discussion
of the current budget, the sum of $20.00 a month for the salary of
Councilmen had been discussed. Most Councilmen felt the money could be
put to some other use for the Village and would be of greater benefit
to the entire Village. It was moved by Turnbull, second by Bowden that
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Councilmen be paid $20.00 per month. Further discussion ensued and
Cornelius moved, seconded by Bowden and passed that the motion be
tabled.
The Village Manager was instructed to write a follow -up letter
to County Commissioner E. F. Van Kessel and the Palm Beach County
Commission requesting immediate action on a prior request to correct
the traffic hazard existing at the intersection of Tequesta Drive,
Country Club Drive and El Portal.
Mayor Valier read a letter from the Palm Beach County World's
Fair Authority, Inc. requesting a donation from the Village of Tequesta
in support of this project. The Palm beach County exhibit will be a
part of the Florida exhibit during 1964 and 1965. It was explained that
the Council had previously approved a $200.00 contribution for this
project but the present request was for a minimum, of $250.00. The
Village Clerk briefly explained the exhibit that Palm Beach County has
planned to use. Cornelius moved, seconded by Bowden and passed that the
Village contribute the total sum of $250.00 to the Palm Beach County
World's Fair Authority, Inc. in support of the Palm Beach County exhibit
at the New York World's Fair during 1964 and 1965.
Mayor Valier advised Council of a meeting the County Commissioners
had called to discuss a comprehensive transportation planning program
for Palm Beach County in order to get federal -aid highway projects.
He stated the County wished the Village to appoint them as their agent
to act in the capacity of agent and coordinating entity in the developing
and evaluation of information relating to the various factors involved
in transportation planning. The program will be known as "Palm Beach
County Urban Transportation Study ". Attorney Lord questioned whether
or not this was the proper agency we wanted to represent us. It was
pointed out that this project would only effect County roads within
municipalities. Cornelius moved, second by Bowden and passed that the
Village enter into an agreement with the County of Palm Beach, Florida
for joint participation in a joint project designated as "Palm Beach
County Transportation Study" and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized
to execute such agreement.
The very poor condition of North Dover toad from Tequesta Drive
west again to Tequesta Drive and Short, Norfolk, Evergreen Avenues and
Tequesta Drive at Railroad Avenue caused by the poor filling and resur-
facing of road crossings made by Plantreat, Inc. during the installation
of their sewerage disposals lines was brought to Council's attention.
Council was advised that all such repairs are to be made to Palm Beach
County specifications. It was further pointed out that this poor
repair of the crossings violates Section 3 of Ordinance No. 41, the
Sewerage Franchise granted to William E. Schlusemeyer since the crossings
have all sunken down leaving the roads in treacherous condition. It
was moved by Cornelius, seconded by Stewart and passed, that the Sewerage
Plant be notified to repair at once all of the sunken road crossings
where their sewer lines cross according to the terms of Section 3 of the
Franchise which they have been granted by the Village of Tequesta. The
same motion also instructs the Village Manager to look into the best
specifications for repairing roads and streets where crossings have been
made.
Tequesta Construction Corp. was denied the use of advertising flags
"on its properties on Dover Road.
Council was advised that a letter had been sent to the State Road
Department requesting a study of the traffic situation at Bridge Road
and U.S. No. I with the idea that a "stop and go" traffic signal should
` be installed. The .State Road Department advised they would make a study
of the situation.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at
9:45 P.M.
Re c ul Submitted
obert Har
Village Clerk
VILL40B OF TMQ,UESTA
BEGET STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS .AND ETMDITMWS
BUDGET YEAR TO BUDGET
DATE BAIANCE
(4 Months)
RECEIPTS
1963 Real Estate Taxes - Net $26,000.00 $22 $ 3,357.56
Building Permits 4,500.00 1,878:980 2,621.20
Occupational Licenses 4,500.00 1,860.00 2,640.00
Cigarette Tax 19,000.00 6,156.98 12,843.02
Utility Tax 9,000.00 3,132.84 5,867.16
Franchise Tax 6 6 (21.61)
Miscellaneous Receipts 3,300.00 972.22 2,327. 78
Surplus 9 -30-63 12.000.00 -0- 12,000.00
$84 $42,664.89 $41,635.11
Lot Mowing Payments -0 394.45 .0-
$84.300.00 $43,059.34 $41.635.11
DISBURSEMENTS
Administrative Expense $22,250.00 $ 5,108.47 $17,141.53
Office Expense 6,900.00 2,192.08 4
Public Safety Expense 24,000.00 7 16,0 70.15
Streets, Sidewalks and Parks 11.700.00 2.683.99 9,016.01
Total Operating Expense $64,850.00 $17 $46
Police Car Purchased -0 3,084.31 -0=
Police Equipment Purchased -0- 192.00 -0-
Office Equipment Purchased -0- 510.00 -0-
Payroll Taxes Paid - Net -0- 126.00 -0-
Court Appearance Bond Refunded -0- 20.00 -0-
Lot Mowing -0- 1,012.00 -0-
Deposits to Special Funds 10,100.00 -0- 10,100.00
Sinking Fund and Interest 9,350.00 -0- 9,350.00
$84,300.00 $22 $66.385.61
GASH RECONCIIEWT
Cash on Hand October 1, 1963 $21,415.45
Plus - Receipts 43,059.34
Less - Disbursements $6424 74.79 22 858.70
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CASH SUMMARY
First Bank of.Jupiter $20,883.02
Petty Cash 25.00
Community Federal Savings and Loan Association 20.708.07
$41,616.09
ACCOUNT SUMMARY
Operating Account $31, 738.62
Petty Cash 25.00
Building Fund 4,500.00
� treets, Roads and Drainage Fund 4 470.00
Capital Fund 882.47
1 616.0
Atlantic National Bank - Escrow Account
Developers Bond 7,?000.00
VILLAGE OF TEQUE A
STATDWT OF REVENUE AND EXPENSES
FOR MONTH OF JANUARY, 1964 AND YEAR TO DATE
1 January YEAR TO
1964 REVENUE
1963 Real Estate Taxes Not $ 827.,68 $22
Building Permits 506.08 1,878.80
Occupational Licenses 850.00 1,860.00
Cigarette Tax 1 6,156.98
Utility Tax 895.39 3,132.84
Franchise Tax 157.11 6
Miscellaneous Income 222.49 609.65
Interest Recened -0- 112.57
Office Sublet 50.00 250.00
Total Revenue $5,284.86 $42,664.89
EXPENSES
Administrative Expense
Building Inspection Fee $ 120.40 $ 1
Dues and Subscriptions -0- 46.25
Insurance 91.38 304.63
y41al -0- -0-
Donations 70.00 95.00
Advertising and Promotion -0- -O-
Maps, Blue Prints, etc. -0- .-0-
.Engineering Service -0- -0-
Miscellaneous 138.14 2
OASI Rgmnse 131.98 333.51
Salaries 616.66 2,466.72
OFFICE EXPENSE
Salaries $ 243.76 $ 975.04
Rent 150.00 600.00
Supplies 120.04 350.85
Miscellaneous 3.24 48.67
Telephone 13.00 52.00
Janitor 20.00 80.00
Utilities 19.13 85.52
PUBLIC SAFETY EXPENSE
Police Chief Salary $ 549.32 $ 2
Patrol Salaries 694.90 3,144.88
Car Expense 8.88 338.25
Gasoline and Oil 151.95 696.25
Car Insurance -0- 92.11
Equipment and Uniforms 12.33 283.01
Telephone and Answering Service 72.56 143.16
Miscellaneous 8.00 107.43
Street and Traffic Signs 14.16 124.17
Utilities - Street Lights and Signals 50.42 201.67
Auxiliary Fire Services 375.00 750.00
STREET_ S SIDE ULKS AND PA RKS
Street Maintenance $ 153.90 $ 162.90
Entrance Gate Expense 65.65 214.22
Spray Expense -0- 32.00
General Maintenance 393.49 2
Beautification Committee Projects 191.00 191.40
Total Expense $4,479.29 $17.914.39
Revenue Over Expense $ 805.57 $24.750.50
The following Disbursements were made from Village of Tequesta funds
during the month of January, 1964:
American Legion Aux. - Rood Williams Unit No. 271. . . . . $ 8.50
Charles W. Bates . . . . . . 231.50
Jupiter Inlet Beach Colony, Inc... 150.00
Jupiter- Tequesta Hardware. . . . . 24.31
Jupiter Volunteer Fire Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . 375.00
Southern Bell Telephone Co.. . . . . 85.20
Turnbull's Sinclair Service. 24.33
OASI Contribution Fond . 262.81
Internal Revenue Service . . . . . . . . . . . 243.40
B etty Bush . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91.10
Jones Tequesta Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00
T equesta Country Club. ... . . . . . . . -. . . . . . . . 36.09
Highligh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20.25
Tequesta Water Col., Inc. . . 52.30
Halsey & Griffith, Inc.. . 0 113.52
Payroll. . . . . . . . . . . 0 0 . . 0 0 0 0 0 . . 1,694.77
Beacon News. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.50
Cornelius, Johnson & Clark, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . 91.38
Jupiter- Tequesta Junior Citizens, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
Lou Laliberte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120.40
Palm Beach Paving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150.00
Town of Jupiter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.26
Eddie TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108.00
L ainhart & Potter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.08
J upiter Cleaners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.33
Edward S. Pearson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Myrtle Bates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.75
A. Douglas Murphy. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.25
Ruth Schlusemeyer. . 0 6.75
Jupiter Glass Co.. 2.82
Rood Landscape Co., Inc. . .1,012.00
Underwood Corporation. . . . . . . . 510.00
Grator -Gator Food Store. - . . . . . 0 10.00
Brandon Transfer & Storage Co. . . ... 22.50
Florida Power & Light Co.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69.32
Gomez Nurseries, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171.90
Henry W. Jewett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75.00
Virginia Lali.berte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20.00
Sinclair Refining Co.. . . . . 138.50
Ford sanitation, Inc.. . . . . 155.00
Petty Cash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17.60
6 252.91
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OF POLICE HENRY M. DUSENBERY
TELEPHONE 746 -7474 CHIEF OF POLICE
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA
P. O. BOX 638
JUPITER. FLORIDA - 33458
February 11, 1964
TEQUESTA POLICE DEPARTMENT
REPORT FOR MONTH OF JANUARY, 1964
The Police Department during the month of January, 1964 received
or instituted 42 complaints.
Police vehicles traveled a total of 4,462 miles using 482
gallons of gas and 6 quarts of oil.
Assistance was given to the First Bank of Jupiter at its pri-
vate and public previews of its new banking facilities and building
at its new location at Federal Highway and Bridge Road.
January 5, 7:00 A.M. Officer Dahlmeyer terminated his posi-
tion with the Tequesta Police Department.
January 15, William Petrie of 364 Cedar Ave., Tequesta, was
hired by the Police Department to fill existing vacancy. Mr. Petrie
has been a resident of Tequesta for several years.
A survey of the parking problem on Tequesta Drive at the Steele
Building and Doctors Building was made. The area will be posted as
soon as signs and material are available.
Attached to this report is a complete breakdown of Department
activities for the month of January, 1964.
Respectfully submitted,
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Henry M. Dusenbery
Chief of Police
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VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA
P. O. BOX 638
JUPITER, FLORIDA 33458
January 21, 1964
We certify the result of the Special Election held in the Village of
Tequesta, Tuesday, January 21, 1964 to vote on the question:
"Should the Village of Tequesta be divided into two(2) wards.
divided by North Fork of Loxahatchee River, the Village
Council to be composed of two(2) members residing in each
ward, and a fifth memeber to reside in either ward and to
serve as Mayor, all candidates to be elected by the electors
at large."
to be as follows:
FOR THE QUESTION 105
AGAINST THE QUESTION 11
116
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA INSPECTORS
Mrs. Myrtle B es
Mr. A. Doidg Murphy
Mrs. Ruth Schlusemeyer `��