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COUNCIL MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING - JULY 21. 1998
The Regular Meeting of the Bal Harbour Village Council was held on Tuesday, July 21,
1998, in the Council Chambers at Bal Harbour Village Hall. The meeting was called to
order at 3:00 p.m. by Mayor Spiegel. Those present were:
Mayor Estelle Spiegel
Assistant Mayor Andrew R. Hirschl
Councilman James Boggess
Councilman Peg E. Gorson
Councilman Daniel Tantleff
Also present: Alfred J. Treppeda, Village Manager
Jeanette Horton, Village Clerk
David Wolpin, Village Attorney
As a quorum was determined to be present, the meeting commenced.
2. Pledge Of Allegiance: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman
James Boggess.
3. Approval Of Minutes: A motion was offered by Assistant Mayor Hirschl
and seconded by Councilman Tantleff to approve the minutes of the May 21, 1998, Special
Meeting, as submitted. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). and the minutes were
approved as submitted. A motion was offered by Councilman Tantleff and seconded by
Councilman Gorson to approve the minutes of the June 16, 1998, Regular Meeting, as
submitted. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). and the minutes were approved as
submitted A motion was offered by Councilman Tantleff and seconded by Assistant Mayor
Hirschl to approve the minutes of the June 26, 1998, Workshop Meeting, as submitted.
The motion carried unanimously (5-0). and the minutes were approved as submitted
4. Presentations:
Officer of the Month - Paul Eppler: Chief Larry Freeman announced
that Officer Paul Eppler was selected as Officer of the Month for June 1998 by the
Department's Award Committee. Chief Freeman highlighted the following events in June
in which Officer Eppler showed exemplary attention to duty: the arrest of a driver in a stolen
vehicle with a stolen tag and in possession of narcotics, two traffic stops resulting in
additional narcotics seizures, stopped and removed vehicles with Seizure Orders from the
State of Florida, issued over 100 traffic violations during the month thereby inhibiting the
safe movement of both vehicular and pedestrian traffic in Bal Harbour. Chief Freeman
presented Officer Eppler with the Officer of the Month plaque for June. Mayor Spiegel
presented Officer Eppler with a check on behalf of the Council.
Councilman Boggess announced that Lieutenant Smith and Village Manager Alfred
Treppeda just received their Bachelor Degrees from Barry University.
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5. Public Hearings: None.
6. Ordinances Second Reading/Public Hearings: The ordinance was
read, by title, by the Village Clerk, amending Section 5.5-11 of the Village Code pertaining
to nominating members to the Architectural Review Board.
Mayor Spiegel opened the public hearing for comments.
Mr. Treppeda stated at the last meeting Robert Beltran was appointed, but he is not
registered and is currently working under the license of Middlebrooks & Associates.
However, the Code does have a provision for an ex-officio member and asked the Council
to consider that for Mr. Beltran. It would entail an addition to the language, which the
Village Attorney could recommend. Mr. Wolpin stated the addition would be on page 3 of
the ordinance, sub -paragraph (h). He would recommend immediately after the term Bal
Harbour Beautification Committee inserting new language "or designee of the Council."
That would enable the Council to appoint the person to serve in a non -voting ex-officio
capacity. It was the consensus of the Committee to remove the language of the
Beautification Committee. Mr. Wolpin stated the new language would read "Additionally,
a designee of the Council may serve as an ex-officio nonvoting member of the Architectural
Review Board." The ex-officio member could be removed at any time.
Mayor Spiegel closed the public hearing.
A motion was offered by Assislani Mayor Hirsch! artd seconded by Councilman Boggess
to approve the ordinance with the correction on page 3. subsection (h). to read
`Additionally. a designee of the Council may serve as an ex-ocio nonvoting member of
the Architectural Review Board." The motion carried with the vote as follows: Mayor
Spiegel aye: Assistant Mayor Hirsch, aye: Councilman Boggess aye: Councilman Peg E.
Gorson aye: Councilman Tantleff aye. Thus becoming:
ORDINANCE NO. 431
AN ORDINANCE OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE
VILLAGE CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 5.5-11"MEMBERSHIP" OF ARTICLE
III "ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD" OF CHAPTER 5.5 "APPEARANCE
CODE," TO REPEAL PROVISIONS WHICH HAD ALLOWED THE BAL
HARBOUR CIVIC ASSOCIATION TO NOMINATE MEMBERS TO THE
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD, SO AS TO HEREAFTER PROVIDE FOR
ALL MEMBERS OF THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD TO BE
APPOINTED BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR EFFECTIVE DATE; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE
CODE.
7. Ordinances First Reading: The ordinance was read, by title, by the
Village Clerk, amending Section 11-26 "Definitions" and amending Section 11-29
"Violations of Article," of the Village Code pertaining to noise.
Mayor Spiegel opened the public hearing for comments. Mr. Treppeda stated that Dr.
Stanley Dunn, who assisted with revising the ordinance, is present. Dr. Dunn explained
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the ordinance. He stated the language was sharpened up to define some of the terms with
special regards to how sound is measured with regard to accepted environmental noise
practices. They used the LAQ, which is an average sound level, and also a maximum
sound level. They also put some requirements for shielding sound abatement. It's an
attempt to constrain the growth of noise to a reasonable extent and allow some increase
in noise for construction activities.
Raj Singh, Sea View Hotel, questioned where he could get a copy of the proposed
changes to the Code. Mr. Treppeda will give Mr. Singh a copy. Dr. Dunn stated Mr. Singh
should contact him if he has any questions.
Councilman Boggess stated the ordinance was brought about because of the problems
between the Balmoral and the Sea View Hotel. He questioned if the ordinance was
enacted, if it would have alleviated or prevented the problems from arising. Dr. Dunn
believes it will provide a reasonable cap on sound levels. Councilman Boggess questioned
Mr. Treppeda if this is something that will allow the Village to prevent occurrences. Mr.
Treppeda responded yes, because it's not as strict on construction noise. Mr. Treppeda
clarified that item 4(d), concerning portable radios, encourages people to use the radios
for communication on job sites. Councilman Boggess requested the Balmoral and the Sea
View Hotel both receive copies of the ordinance. Assistant Mayor Hirschl thinks Dr. Dunn
should attend the Second Reading.
Mayor Spiegel closed the public hearing.
A motion was offered by Councilman Boggess and se ide&i by Assistant Mayor Hirschl
to enact this ordinance. The motion carried with the vote as follows: Mayor Spiegel aye•
Assistant Mayor Hirschl aye: Councilman Boggess aye: Councilman Corson aye•
Councilman Tantleff aye. Thus becoming:
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE
VILLAGE CODE BY AMENDING CHAPTER 11 "NUISANCES" AT ARTICLE II
"NOISE" BY AMENDING SECTION 11-26 "DEFINITIONS" TO REVISE THE
DEFINITION OF THE TERMS "SOUND LEVEL METER;" AMENDING SECTION
11-29 "VIOLATIONS OF ARTICLE" BY AMENDING SUBSECTION (A)
"PROHIBITED ACTS GENERALLY" BY REVISING PARAGRAPH (3)
CONCERNING NOISE RELATED TO CONSTRUCTION, DRILLING OR REPAIR
WORK, AND REVISING SUBSECTION (B) "NOISES" EXCEEDING PERMITTED
DECIBEL LEVEL CONCERNING MEASUREMENT OF SOUND LEVELS, AND
CREATING SUBSECTION (C) "MITIGATION PRACTICES" TO REQUIRE
MITIGATION OF NOISE FROM CERTAIN CONSTRUCTION, DRILLING OR
REPAIR ACTIVITIES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR
INCLUSION IN THE CODE; PROVIDING FOR EFFECTIVE DATE.
8. Resolutions: None.
9. Selection of Budget Hearing Dates: It was the consensus of the
Council to have the First Budget Hearing Tuesday, September 8, 1998, at 5: 05 p.m., and
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the Second Budget Hearing Tuesday, September 15, 1998, at 5:05 p.m. Mr. Wolpin
questioned if the Noise Ordinance will be done on September 15th with the Regular Council
Meeting. Mayor Spiegel responded yes.
10. Reports and Recommendations:
A. MAYOR AND COUNCIL: Mayor Spiegel thanked Assistant Mayor
Hirschl, Mr. Nieda, and Mr. Treppeda for reviewing the items in the Village pertaining to
massing of new homes in the Security District. Assistant Mayor Hirsch) stated that Mr.
Miller (Craig A. Smith & Associates) with Mr. Nieda (Building Official) will formulate some
new guidelines. Mr. Nieda reported at the last meeting they gave a package to Mr. Miller
of the presentation that was done before the Civic Association, which had some ideas that
were previously discussed pertaining to the issue of massing. The idea is to make the
proportions of new houses more appropriate with the area available for the house. Mr.
Nieda prepared a report with his recommendations and Mr. Miller will be the lead person
at this time. Mr. Treppeda will keep the Council advised on this issue.
Councilman Tantleff stated during the past year and a half on the Dade County League of
Cities he has been getting very active and if there's anything the Council wants him to bring
to the Dade League they should let him know. Mayor Spiegel stated she received a letter
from the Mayor of Hialeah who would like to have meetings quarterly or semi-annually and
has invited her to meet in Homestead. The Mayors did meet at Miami Shores and the
Mayor of North Miami Beach suggested the Mayors split up in sections because what's
going on in South Dade doesn't affect North Dade as much. Councilman Tantleff will bring
that suggestion back to the League.
B. VILLAGE ATTORNEY: Mr. Wolpin stated it was nice to work with Dr.
Dunn on the Noise Ordinance.
C. VILLAGE MANAGER:
Recommendation for Appointment to Architectural Review
Board: Mr. Treppeda reported that Maria de Leon-Fleites is unable to serve any longer
on the Board and has recommended Hector Oliva, who has his Bachelor of Architecture
from the University of Miami, is a Registered Architect with the State of Florida, and has
practical and teaching experience. Current Board member Paul Buzinec has
recommended Miguel Rodriguez, who has his Bachelor of Architecture from the University
of Miami, is a Registered Architect with the State of Florida, is the Founding Principal of
Rodriguez Architects, Inc. and has held other positions in the field of Architecture. Mr.
Rodriguez currently serves as a member on the Coral Gables Board, which would be a
conflict with serving on Bal Harbour's Board also. Mr. Wolpin stated there's a provision of
the State Constitution that prohibits serving on two Boards that both have final authority.
In Bal Harbour, the Board has final authority to issue a Certificate of Appropriateness and
the Coral Gables Board has similar authority. Assistant Mayor Hirschl suggested waiting
on the appointment until Mr. Treppeda finds out if Mr. Rodriguez is still on the Coral Gables
Board or if he will resign from their Board to serve on Bal Harbour's Board. The Council
agreed.
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Mr. Treppeda questioned if the Council wanted to appoint Roberto Beltran as ex-officio
member to give him some experience that he needs. A motion was offered by
Councilman Boggess and seconded by Assistant Mayor Hirschl to appoint Robert Beltran
as the Ex-Officio Member of the Architectural Review Board. The motion carried with the
vote as follows: Mayor Spiegel aye:_Assistant Mayor Hirschl aye: Councilman Boggess
aye: Councilman Gorson aye: Councilman Tantleff aye.
Quarterly Financial Report: Mr. Treppeda stated the General
Fund is currently expended at 78.81 %. That's because some of the things for the Storm
Drain Project and ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) come out of reserves later. It's
also because of litigation that the Village has been involved in this year, which the Village
usually isn't involved in. Assistant Mayor Hirsch) questioned if there was a breakdown of
the litigation expenses thus far. Mr. Treppeda will provide a breakdown. Councilman
Boggess suggested having Attorney Anthony Cleveland back -off for awhile. Mr. Treppeda
will keep giving the Council Mr. Cleveland's written reports instead of having Mr. Cleveland
give it in person. Assistant Mayor Hirsch) questioned Mr. Wolpin regarding the Feurring
lawsuit, when the Council denies a variance request and the individual has the option to
appeal it, if the Village has to pay for its portion of the appeal if the Village is victorious.
Mr. Wolpin stated the Village has to pay its own attorney's fees. They could make a
motion to tax costs, but it would be very limited because it was a case of briefs presented,
not of evidence presented. So, the cost would be very limited. Mr. Wolpin wouldn't
recommend it because it wouldn't be worth it.
Selection of Auditing Firm' Mr. Treppeda explained the Village
put out a Request for Proposals recently for a new company to perform the Village's annual
audit. They received proposals from Rachlin, Cohen & Holtz and Keefe, McCullough & Co.
A Rating Committee consisting of Mr. Treppeda, Mrs. Horton, and Dan Harring, the C.P.A.
of the Village, looked at both companies. The Rating Committee felt that Rachlin, Cohen
& Holtz was most qualified to service the Village. Both proposals were provided to the
Council for review. Assistant Mayor Hirsch) informed the Council that he treats one of the
Principals of that Company at his office and questioned the Village Attorney if he is allowed
to vote on this. Mr. Wolpin stated it does not constitute a voting conflict and he is allowed
to vote on the matter. Mr. Wolpin stated in review of the item, it should be noted that the
basis of the award is really not the cost, but all the other factors, as numerated by Mr.
Harring. The reason for that is the law is not clear in the area in the selection of auditors.
Some believe a cost can't be discussed until a ranking is already made. In this case, the
Village ranked Rachlin, Cohen & Holtz number one and then proceeded to discuss cost.
Mr. Wolpin requested it be confirmed that their selection and award was made on the basis
of the qualifications rather than the cost. A motion was offered by Councilman Tantleff
and seconded by Councilman Boggess to approve Rachlin. Cohen & Holtz to perform the
Village's annual audit. The motion carried with the vote as follows: Mayor Spiegel aye;.
Assistant Mayor Hirschl aye: Councilman Boggess aye: Councilman Gorson aye•
Councilman Tantleff aye.
Approval of Engineering Firm for Security District Guard
House Project: Mr. Treppeda explained the Civic Association is interested in possibly
re -building the Guard House and they would like to start working on a project. The Village
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put out a Request for Proposals on their behalf and five different proposals were received
from companies, which were given to the Council to review. The Civic Association had a
meeting and they ranked Tawfik & Rosabal as number one after interviewing the
companies. Since the project was going to cost under $15,000 for the study and design
activity, the Competitive Negotiations Act guidelines did not have to be used. Mr.
Treppeda agrees with the Civic Association's recommendation. A motion was offered by
Assistant Mayor Hirschl and seconded by Councilman Tantle/f to approve Tawfik &
Rosabal for the project. The motion carried with the vote as follows: Mayor Spiegel aye•
Assistant Mayor Hirschl aye: Councilman Boggess ave: Councilman Gorson aye:
Councilman Tantleff aye.
David Levin, Bel Harbour Civic Association Treasurer, addressed the Council. Mr.
Levin stated Tawfik & Rosabal is an Architectural & Design Firm. An Engineering Firm will
be overseen by the Architects.
Renewal of Maintenance Agreement with Florida Department
of Transportation (FDOT): Mr. Treppeda reported that each year the Village renews
the FDOT Maintenance Agreement. They provide the Village with $6,201 per year
because the Village maintains the medians that are in their roadways, which is supposed
to pay just for the cutting of grass. A motion was offered by Councilman Boggess and
seconded by Councilman Corson to renew the Maintenance Agreement with Florida
Department of Transportation (FDOT). The motion carried with the vote as follows:
Mayor Spiegel aye: Assistant Mayor Hirsch! aye: Councilman Boggess aye: Councilman
Gorson aye: Councilman Tantleff aye.
Recommendations of Resort Tax Committee: Mr Treppeda
explained included in the Council packets are recommendations of the Resort Tax
Committee that were made that morning. The list includes:
1) APPROVAL OF FAM LUNCHES
a) Troika Magazine $ 102.19
b) Executive Secretaries from United Kingdom $ 143.89
c) Mexican Executive Secretaries $ 789.86
2) TRAVEL EXPENSES FOR TROIKA MAGAZINE FAM/PUBLISHER
a) Sheraton Hotel Room - Two Nights $ 573.89
b) Airfare $ 1,129.00
3) LA FUNDACION FILM CREW TRAVEL EXPENSES $ 2,151.00
Airfare for crew to film footage of Bal Harbour for commercials to air in
Argentina
4) DIRECTOR OF TOURISM EXPENDITURES $ 55,000.00
For FAMS, Receptions, and Sales Blitzes
5) MEMBERSHIP IN VISIT FLORIDA $ 500.00
For the Village to receive discounts on co-op advertising through the State
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The total cost to be approved is $60, 389.83, which is included in the Resort Tax Budget.
A motion was offered by Assistant Mayor Hirschl and seconded by Councilman Gorson
to approve $60.389.83. The motion carried with the vote as follows: Mayor Spiegel ayes
Assistant Mayor Hirsch] aye; Councilman Boggess aye: Councilman Gorson aye•
Councilman Tantleff aye.
Change Order for Village Hall Renovation Project - Roberto
Beltran: Mr. Treppeda stated that Mr. Beltran is not present and the change order is not
ready, so it will be on the next meeting agenda.
Update on Date Palm Warranties - William O'Leary: Mr.
O'Leary distributed and reviewed the Date Palm Status Plan. Mr. O'Leary stated there are
four palms that are under warranty that have not been replaced yet that will be replaced
by Vila. There is one palm that was not under warranty that the Council already authorized
monies for that has not been replaced yet. So, there will be a total of five palms that will
be replaced. A very aggressive maintenance program has been entered into involving
fertilization, insect control, fungicide, etc. based on consultations with experts. There were
originally 28 palms under warranty that either needed to be replaced or were in
questionable condition. Of those 28, there are 8 that have improved condition. The rest
of the palms are still under warranty. He thinks the majority of the palms are in relatively
good condition. There is one palm that is not under warranty that may need to be
replaced. Mr. O'Leary would like to wait a couple of months to see if treatment will improve
the condition. Councilman Tantleff questioned how it was allowed to let a sick palm get
out of warranty to the point that the Village had to replace it. Mr. O'Leary replied it was not
visibly sick at the time that he made his inspection. Mr. O'Leary gave a history on the
species of the palm. The Laboratory Expert told him that the palms have not had an
opportunity to dry out properly. He planted the last four palms about a foot high. Mr.
O'Leary reported they are doing everything they can, but the Council should expect that
from time to time the Village may have to replace some of the palms. Out of 172 palms,
there are about 6-8 that are probably going to improve and 1-2 that will not. Assistant
Mayor Hirsch) questioned if on the schematic every palm that is not noted with a date is out
of warranty. Mr. O'Leary responded yes, out of warranty and is okay.
Presentation of Design Options for Bus Shelters. Benches.
Signage - William O'Leary: Mr. O'Leary stated the Council directed them to take a look
at the street scape (bus shelters, trash receptacles, benches, and signage) on Collins
Avenue. Mr. O'Leary discussed the signage traveling north on Collins Avenue at 96`h
Street and traveling south on Collins Avenue at the bottom of the bridge. He displayed the
proposed design for signage. They are proposing to build a wall slightly lower then the
Majestic fountain wall and angling it and placing letters on it. He suggested using some
type of granite with interior lit letters. On the SunTrust side, the sign can be removed that
is there and something similar can be done there. The Resort Tax Committee suggested
to only landscape on the SunTrust side with no signage. Mr. O'Leary explained they did
six different designs for bus shelters and proceeded to review them. He reported the
Resort Tax Committee wanted something clean and simple with the idea that the bus
shelter would not be enclosed. Mr. O'Leary stated there are currently two bus shelters on
96'h Street and seven on Collins Avenue. It was discussed at the Resort Tax Committee
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to only replace four of those bus shelters. One at Saks (96th Street), one at the Bal Harbour
Shops, one at the Sheraton, and one at the entrance to Harbour Way. At each bus shelter
there will be a trash receptacle. He displayed the trash receptacles and benches that were
chosen. Mr. O'Leary requested direction for the placement of the benches. Councilman
Boggess feels there should be more than one bench at the Sheraton. Mr. Singh stated
there's no protection from wind and rain on the bus shelter shown. Mr. O'Leary stated the
seats will be slatted and the shelter will be some kind of metal.
Mr. Kirsch, Carlton Terrace, questioned how effective the bus shelter would be to
withstand a wind storm or hurricane. Mr. O'Leary stated it will have to meet the South
Florida Building Code wind loading requirements.
It was the consensus of the Council for Mr. O'Leary to obtain a price for bus shelter
design #4. Mr. O'Leary stated they can illuminate with some light underneath the canopy.
Mr. O'Leary will come back with a revised rendering and some unit price costs for the items
by the next Council meeting. The bus shelters will probably take about four months for
installation. The idea is to have the four bus shelters, trash receptacles, and that's it.
Assistant Mayor Hirsch) suggested having one at the north end east side of Collins
Avenue. Mr. O'Leary stated at this point the only seating is at the bus shelters. Assistant
Mayor Hirsch) stated some benches may be added intermittently.
Stanley Whitman, Bal Harbour Shops, stated it will take time to design, manufacture,
and install the shelters and in the interim there are disgraceful shelters around the Village.
He suggests taking the shelters out now except for the one at Saks (96`" Street), at the
Sheraton, and at the Shops (Collins Avenue). Assistant Mayor Hirsch) suggested making
them look cleaner during the summer rainy season. Mr. Whitman suggested taking the
sides out. Mr. Wheldon stated they can take the glass panels out and open them up.
Assistant Mayor Hirschl stated that will make them look cleaner. Councilman Boggess
suggested removing them by the end of August.
Mr. O'Leary stated the entrance sign on the Majestic side is private property and Jerry
Oren has indicated his willingness to cooperate. He suggests showing the design to Mr.
Oren and to also get an easement there.
Councilman Boggess questioned what was being done with the sidewalk at the 96`" Street
corner of the SunTrust Bank. It was the consensus of the Council to remove the sidewalk.
Assistant Mayor Hirsch) asked Mr. O'Leary to analyze the problem and find out what the
Village's options are. Mr. O'Leary will analyze it or talk to the Village Engineer.
Councilman Boggess is concerned with safety at that corner and thinks a recommendation
is needed from a traffic expert on it. Councilman Boggess requested Mr. Treppeda to look
into it. Mr. O'Leary suggested he and Mr. Treppeda make an appointment with Mr. Oren
to show him what the Village is doing.
11. Other Business: Mr. Treppeda stated his contract comes up in October
and Mrs. Horton's comes up in January. He wanted to know what method the Council
wanted to use to re -negotiate. Last time, Councilman Boggess negotiated with both of
them and brought back ideas for the contracts to the Council. It was the consensus of the
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Council to appoint Councilman Boggess to negotiate the contracts and to come back with
recommendations to the Council.
The Council discussed the possibility of an August meeting. It was the consensus of the
Council to have a Council meeting August 25, 1998, if one is needed.
Murray Rosenthal (Ray Rosen), Chamber of Commerce and the Bay Harbor
Development Association, stated last month several members of the Bal Harbour Council
met at Bay Harbor's Town Hall to discuss the traffic problems along 969' Street. It was his
understanding that they were to put the two traffic lights (Harding Avenue and Collins
Avenue) in sync so the traffic flowing from west to east would move regularly. Presently
the lights are not in sync and the traffic is backing up. Assistant Mayor Hirschl asked Mr.
Treppeda to contact DOT (Department of Transportation) regarding it.
Assistant Mayor Hirschl stated there was an article in the Tropical Tribune and Surfside is
engaged in a very aggressive PR campaign to portray themselves as the municipality with
no zoning issue and that Bal Harbour and other neighbors have ruined the quality of life
in the communities because of what has been allowed in high rise development. Mr.
Treppeda is to provide the Council members with copies of the article written by the Mayor
of Surfside. Assistant Mayor Hirsch) feels the Village needs to respond. Mayor Spiegel
stated Mr. Whitman suggested having a Village Attorney respond. Assistant Mayor Hirsch)
stated looking at the numbers, Surfside allows a greater density than Bal Harbour does.
Bal Harbour needs to respond in some way so the public knows. Mayor Spiegel stated the
Village needs to respond vigorously. Assistant Mayor Hirsch) stated the Village must come
out with a policy statement regarding what the Village has and how the Village is low
density compared to other areas.
Mayor Spiegel will contact Elaine Bloom regarding the continuous traffic problem.
12. Adjourn: There being no further business to come before the Council, a
motion was offered by Assistant Mayor Hirsch) and seconded by Councilman Boggess to
adjourn. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). and the meeting adjourned at 4:40 p.m.
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Mayor Estelle Sp gel
Attest:
anette Horton, CMC/AAE
Village Clerk
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