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- Palm Beach County
- 2/4/25
- 02/04/2025
- 25 Minutes
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Overview: During a recent Highland Beach Town Commission meeting, the most pressing topic was a call from the community to address the size of temporary signs, which some residents argue are excessively large and detract from the town’s visual appeal. A resident, Maggie Chapelier, spoke on behalf of a group of concerned citizens, emphasizing that Highland Beach’s signage is larger than those in neighboring municipalities like Coral Gables and Palm Beach. She proposed aligning the town’s ordinance with those of other areas to maintain the town’s beauty.
- FL
- Palm Beach County
- 1/21/25
- 01/21/2025
- 101 Minutes
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Overview: The Highland Beach Town Commission recently tackled the contentious issue of regulating floating vessel platforms and lifts, a topic that has stirred debate among residents. The discussion focused on the town’s regulatory authority, property rights, and potential environmental impacts, reflecting broader concerns about balancing waterfront enjoyment with community standards.
- FL
- Palm Beach County
- 1/14/25
- 01/14/2025
- 19 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent Highland Beach Town Commission meeting, a request by respondents Mara and Steven Garic to reduce a $2,000 fine for code violations to $250 was granted. The Garics had been in violation of a permit compliance order, missing the deadline by eight days. The commission agreed to reduce the fine after considering the circumstances, which included prompt actions taken by the Garics to obtain the necessary permit once a variance was approved.
- FL
- Palm Beach County
- 12/17/24
- 12/17/2024
- 70 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent Highland Beach Town Commission meeting, the commission unanimously approved the first reading of an ordinance amending regulations on accessory marine facilities and seawalls. This decision follows extensive public engagement that has been ongoing since November 2020. The ordinance encourages, but does not require, the installation of ladders on docks and seawalls, a point that has sparked debate over safety implications.
- FL
- Palm Beach County
- 12/17/24
- 12/17/2024
- 70 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Highland Beach Town Commission meeting, the commission unanimously approved the first reading of an ordinance amending regulations on accessory marine facilities and seawalls. This decision follows extensive public engagement that has been ongoing since November 2020. The ordinance encourages, but does not require, the installation of ladders on docks and seawalls, a point that has sparked debate over safety implications.
