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HomeMy Public PortalAbout2014-02-18 Regular MeetingBAL HARBOUR VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES REGULAR MEETING - FEBRUARY 18, 2014 The Regular Meeting of the Bal Harbour Village Council was held on February 18, 2014, at the Bal Harbour Village Hall Council Chambers (655 — 96th Street, Bal Harbour, Florida). CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by Mayor Rosenfield. The following were present: Mayor Jean Rosenfield Assistant Mayor Joni D. Blachar Councilwoman Patricia Cohen Councilman Martin Packer Absent: Councilman Jaime M. Sanz Jorge M. Gonzalez, Village Manager Ellisa L. Horvath, MMC, Village Clerk Richard J. Weiss, Village Attorney PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge was led by Village resident Dina Cellini. Mayor Rosenfield announced that the Branding Workshop was scheduled for February 19, 2014, at 5:00 p.m., at the ONE Bal Harbour. REQUESTS FOR ADDITIONS, WITHDRAWALS, AND DEFERRALS: Carter McDowell — Attorney (Bilzin Sumberg Baena Price & Axelrod LLP) representing Flamingo Way Enterprises, LLC, requested that Item R10A be withdrawn from the agenda. A motion was offered by Assistant Mayor Blachar and seconded by Councilwoman Cohen, to remove Item R10A from the Regular Agenda. The motion carried (4-0). PRESENTATIONS AND AWARDS: PA1 - Officer of the Year for 2013: Chief Overton presented the Officer of the Year plaque to Captain Michael Daddario. CONSENT AGENDA: Mrs. Horvath distributed a proposed amendment to page 9 (Item C6A) of the January 21, 2014 minutes. A motion was offered by Assistant Mayor Blachar and seconded by Councilman Packer to amend Item C6A (minutes), with the language presented by Mrs. Horvath. The motion carried (4-0). In response to the amendment made to the minutes, Mr. Weiss clarified that the legal opinion was paid with general funds, not the security district funds. Bal Harbour Village Regular Council Meeting Minutes 02/18/2014 1 Anamarie Kelly Stoppa — 77 Camden Drive, requested the removal of Items C7A, C7B, and C7C. A motion was offered by Assistant Mayor Blachar and seconded by Councilman Packer to approve the Consent Agenda Items, except for Items C7A, C7B, and C7C. The motion carried (4-0); thus approving the following items: C6 - Council Minutes C6A Regular Council Meeting January 21, 2014 C7 — Resolutions C7D RESOLUTION NO. 2014-798: A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE ADOPTED VILLAGE'S LEGISLATIVE AGENDA FOR THE 2014 FLORIDA LEGISLATIVE SESSION; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. C7E RESOLUTION NO. 2014-799:. A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA; APPROVING FUNDING AND AUTHORIZING THE SALES TRIP TO THE US TRAVEL ASSOCIATIONS' POW WOW TRADE SHOW; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. C7F RESOLUTION NO. 2014-800: A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA; APPROVING FUNDING AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF THE TRAVEL AND MARKETING PLAN FOR MONTREAL, ARGENTINA, AND SAO PAULO; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. C7G RESOLUTION NO. 2014-801: A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA; APPROVING FUNDING AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PROPOSAL FROM DELTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS FOR THE LEASE OF A COPIER FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. C7H RESOLUTION NO. 2014-802: A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA; APPROVING FUNDING AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PROPOSAL FROM THE BRICKMAN GROUP TO PROVIDE A REPLACEMENT PALM TREE ON 96TH STREET; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. C7I RESOLUTION NO. 2014-803: A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA; APPROVING FUNDING AND RATIFYING EXECUTION OF A PROPOSAL FROM WEEKLEY ASPHALT PAVING, INC FOR MANHOLE AND VALVE ADJUSTMENTS; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. REGULAR AGENDA: R5 - Ordinances: The following Ordinance title was read, by Mrs. Horvath: R5A AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE COUNCIL OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA, AMENDING SECTION 21-322 "SITE PLAN REVIEW" AND CREATING SECTION BaI Harbour Village Regular Council Meeting Minutes 02/18/2014 2 21-323 "AESTHETIC REVIEW" OF DIVISION 11 "B BUSINESS DISTRICT" OF ARTICLE III "DISTRICT REGULATIONS" OF CHAPTER 21 "ZONING" OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, TO REVISE THE REVIEW PROCEDURES AND CRITERIA FOR DEVELOPMENT WITHIN THE B BUSINESS DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Second Reading A motion was offered by Assistant Mayor Blachar and seconded by Councilwoman Cohen to approve the Ordinance. Mr. Gonzalez explained the Ordinance. Susan Trevarthen - Village Attorney, reviewed a presentation and explained the highlighted changes between first and second reading. Mayor Rosenfield opened the public hearing. The following members of the public provided comments: Dan Holder — 24 Bal Bay Drive The Council discussed clarifying the definition for Exterior Facing, in Section 2 (a)(1)(e). There being no additional comments, Mayor Rosenfield closed the public hearing. A motion was offered by Councilman Packer and seconded by Councilwoman Cohen to amend the Ordinance by adding the following language to the Exterior Facing definition in Section 2 (a)(1)(e) "or is not located in the B Zoning District." The motion carried (4-0), with the roll call vote as follows: Assistant Mayor Blachar yes; Councilwoman Cohen yes; Councilman Packer ves; Mayor Rosenfield yes; Councilman Sanz absent. The motion to approve the Ordinance, as amended, carried (4-0), with the roll call vote as follows: Assistant Mayor Blachar yes; Councilwoman Cohen yes; Councilman Packer yes; Mayor Rosenfield yes; Councilman Sanz absent; thus becoming Ordinance No. 2014-573. R7 - Resolutions The following Resolution title was read, by Mrs. Horvath: R7A A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA; APPROVING FUNDING AND AUTHORIZING EXTENSION AND EXPANSION OF THE VILLAGE'S MUSEUM ACCESS PROGRAM; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was offered by Assistant Mayor Blachar and seconded by Councilwoman Cohen to approve the Resolution. Mr. Gonzalez explained the program. Carolyn Travis, Director of Tourism Marketing, explained the program, which offered free admission for guests and residents to the museums. She reported that the cards would be mailed to Village residents. Bal Harbour Village Regular Council Meeting Minutes 02/18/2014 3 Assistant Mayor Blachar requested that the information be provided on the Village's Information Channel, web site, and newsletter. She also requested that the museums be made more aware of the card. Mr. Gonzalez will work with the museums to ascertain the usage amount. He reported that one card would be sent to residents (providing admission for two), but additional cards could be requested. Ms. Travis will provide an expiration date on the card, with the end of the calendar year date. Ms. Travis discussed the responsibility of the Curator. Ms. Travis is working with the hotels, to provide information about the program to guests. Assistant Mayor Blachar requested additional places, for the Curator talks, for Art Basel. Councilwoman Cohen encouraged residents to use the cards and the program. Mr. Gonzalez clarified that the card would be mailed to residents, to be activated electronically be them. The following members of the public provided comments: Brian Mulheren — 10245 Collins Avenue Beth Berkowitz — 10160 Collins Avenue Neil Alter — 9801 Collins Avenue The motion carried (4-0), thus becoming Resolution No. 2014-804. The following Resolution title was read, by Mrs. Horvath: R7B A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH KENT SECURITY TO PROVIDE SECURITY SERVICES TO THE GATED RESIDENTIAL SECTION; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Gonzalez explained the Resolution, which would be funded from the Gated Area special assessment. He clarified that the Village was serving as the fiscal agent, for the Gated Area. A motion was offered by Councilwoman Cohen and seconded by Assistant Mayor Blachar to approve the Resolution. The following members of the public provided comments: Stanley Tate — 9999 Collins Avenue Anamarie Kelly Stoppa — 77 Camden Drive Dina Cellini — 211 Bal Cross Drive Dan Holder — 24 Bal Bay Drive Bal Harbour Village Regular Council Meeting Minutes 02/18/2014 4 Rodica Charles - Kent Security, discussed the contract. Assistant Mayor Blachar spoke in favor of the Resolution, which the Gated Residential Section Advisory Committee had requested approval of in June. Councilwoman Cohen voiced concern regarding the comments that the Village was involved in a private community, etc. which she encouraged the Village to look into and clarify. She did not oppose the Resolution. Mr. Gonzalez clarified that the contract would not solve the issue of ownership, but had a 30-day termination, so once the ownership issue was resolved, the contract could be terminated, if needed. Mr. Weiss explained that Judge Gold (former Village Attorney) set up the special assessment district on private property and Mr. Weiss had relied on Judge Gold's opinion that the entire assessment district was legal. He noted that if the Council wanted him to research whether or not those streets were public, or if the entire special assessment process was legal and not just to accept Judge Gold's opinion, then the Council needed to approve a motion requesting that research to be done. The motion carried (4-0), thus becoming Resolution No. 2014-805. The following Resolution title was read, by Mrs. Horvath: R7C RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE REMOVAL OF EIGHT (8) CODE BLUE EMERGENCY PHONES FROM THE BEACHWALK; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Gonzalez explained the Resolution. Mr. Gonzalez and Chief Overton both recommended approval. A motion was offered by Assistant Mayor Blachar and seconded by Councilman Packer to approve the Resolution. Mayor Rosenfield clarified that if the phones were refurbished there was no guarantee that they would last. Mr. Gonzalez agreed. No comments were provided by the public. The motion carried (4-0), thus becoming Resolution No. 2014-806. The following Resolution title was read, by Mrs. Horvath: R7D A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE VILLAGE AND CONSULTATIO BAL HARBOUR LLC IN CONNECTION WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF A MIXED -USE OCEAN FRONT CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENT; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was offered by Assistant Mayor Blachar and seconded by Councilman Packer to Bal Harbour Village Regular Council Meeting Minutes 02/18/2014 5 approve the Resolution. Mr. Gonzalez explained the amendment, which provided (1) a temporary beach access solution either through a shuttle or a temporary walkway and (2) the removal of the five percent cap for the parking structure to allow for fewer tandem and more single spaces, without changing the parking area. Councilman Packer voiced concern about setting precedent by amending the agreement. Mr. Weiss didn't think it would be a negative precedent. Carter McDowell — Attorney (Bilzin Sumberg Baena Price & Axelrod LLP) representing Consultatio Bal Harbour LLC, reviewed the proposed changes to the parking, to allow for more self parking spots. Marcos Corti Maderna — Consultatio Bal Harbour LLC, reviewed the amount of parking spaces (411 valet parking space and 144 single spaces that could be self -parking). Councilman Packer questioned if the sale of the parking space would be included in the price of the condo unit, which would be subject to taxation. Mr. McDowell believed so. Mr. Gonzalez clarified that either way if the parking space was separate it would still be subject to taxation. Mr. McDowell agreed that the value would be captured. The following members of the public provided comments: Anamarie Kelly Stoppa — 77 Camden Drive Stanley Tate — 9999 Collins Avenue Seth Salver — 10155 Collins Avenue Dina Cellini — 211 Bal Cross Drive Neil Alter — 9801 Collins Avenue Brian Mulheren — 10245 Collins Avenue Councilwoman Cohen questioned why the original Development Agreement didn't include enough self parking. Mr. Gonzalez explained that it had been Consultatio's intention to exclusively provide valet parking, but the market had requested that single spaces be provided with some of the units, so they wanted to change some of the tandem or lift spaces to single spaces. He clarified that doing so would not change the exterior layout of the parking structure. Assistant Mayor Blachar requested that the Development Agreement also be amended to allow the Village to use the $100,000.00 elsewhere in the Village that had been designated for a public park area in front of the Gated Area. She spoke in favor of Mr. Gonzalez handling the negotiations with Consultatio. Mr. McDowell discussed the comments regarding the deeds to the property. He clarified that the current Development Agreement did not provide for any beach access during the construction period. He discussed the industry standard to provide a parking space per unit and to sell a second space to the unit owner. Councilwoman Cohen expressed the public's assumption that beach access would be provided on the site, during construction. Bal Harbour Village Regular Council Meeting Minutes 02/18/2014 6 Mr. McDowell explained the logistical issue, with the underground parking garage, that other construction sites didn't have. He noted that they hoped to provide an access to the beach, after the site was safe to do so, in approximately a year. Councilman Packer commended Consultatio for providing the shuttle. He had no problem with the amendment, if the industry standard was to provide one space and charge for an additional space. Mr. Corti-Maderna clarified that the parking spaces would be assigned to specific units and would be part of the price of the unit. The Resolution title was read again, by Mrs. Horvath. Mr. Gonzalez suggested that he speak with Consultatio LLC for additional considerations and bring it back in March. A motion was offered by Assistant Mayor Blachar and seconded by Councilwoman Cohen to defer the Resolution. The motion carried (4-0). The following Resolution title was read, by Mrs. Horvath: R7E A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF TWO VEHICLES SEIZED UNDER THE FLORIDA CONTRABAND FORFEITURE ACT; APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF $62,172.94 IN STATE LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUNDS TO PURCHASE FOUR GOLF CARTS TO ENHANCE COMMUNITY POLICING EFFORTS, AND TO PURCHASE EQUIPMENT AND UNIFORMS TO ESTABLISH A NEW BICYCLE PATROL INITIATIVE. Mr. Gonzalez explained the Resolution, which provided equipment to assist in increasing the visibility of the Police Department. Chief Overton explained the initiative for more visibility. A motion was offered by Assistant Mayor Blachar and seconded by Councilman Packer to approve the Resolution. The following members of the public provided comments: Beth Berkowitz — 10160 Collins Avenue Councilwoman Cohen spoke in favor of approval, enhanced visibility, and less carbon footprint. The motion carried (4-0), thus becoming Resolution No. 2014-807. CONSENT AGENDA REMOVED ITEMS: The following Resolution titles were read, by Mrs. Horvath: C7A RESOLUTION NO. 2014-808: A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA; APPROVING FUNDING AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PROPOSAL FROM THE BRICKMAN GROUP TO PERFORM MAINTENANCE WORK AS NEEDED TO THE TREES ALONG PARK DRIVE AND Bal Harbour Village Regular Council Meeting Minutes 02/18/2014 7 REPLACE FLOWERS AT THE GUARDHOUSE; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. C7B RESOLUTION NO. 2014-809: A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA; APPROVING FUNDING AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PROPOSAL FROM SPRAYPRO TO PROVIDE WHITEFLY PREVENTION INJECTIONS TO GATED RESIDENTIAL SECTION TREES; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE C7C RESOLUTION NO. 2014-810: A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA; APPROVING FUNDING AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PROPOSAL FROM TEM SYSTEMS TO RENEW THE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT FOR THE VEHICLE ACCESS GATES TO THE GATED RESIDENTIAL SECTION; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The following members of the public provided comments: Anamarie Kelly - 77 Camden Drive Nina Rudolph - 212 Bal Bay Drive A motion was offered by Assistant Mayor Blachar and seconded by Councilwoman Cohen to approve the Resolutions (C7A, C7B, and C7C). The motion carried (4-0); thus becoming Resolution No. 2014-808, No. 2014-809, and No. 2014-810. R9 - New Business and Council Reports: R9A - Selection of Council Meeting Dates for 2014: Mr. Gonzalez requested approval of the regular meeting dates on the third Tuesday of every month and reviewed several suggested meeting date changes, due to conflicts. He clarified that the suggested September dates would be tentative. The Council agreed to the regular meeting dates on the third Tuesday of every month, except for the following changed meeting dates: March 12, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. (Council Meeting) April 9, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. (Council Meeting) May 14, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. (Council Meeting) September 2, 2014 at 5:01 p.m. (First Budget Hearing) September 11, 2014 at 5:01 p.m. (Second Budget Hearing and Council Meeting) December 10, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. (Council Meeting) A motion was offered by Assistant Mayor Blachar and seconded by Councilwoman Cohen to approve the meeting dates. The motion carried (4-0). R9B - Authorization to Negotiate Contract Renewal for Village Clerk (Requested by Mayor Rosenfield): Mayor Rosenfield requested authorization to negotiate the contract with Mrs. Horvath. A motion was offered by Assistant Mayor Blachar and seconded by Councilman Packer for Mayor Rosenfield to negotiate the contract with the Village Clerk (Ellisa Horvath). Bal Harbour Village Regular Council Meeting Minutes 02/18/2014 8 The following members of the public provided comments: Dina Cellini — 211 Bal Cross Drive Seth Salver — 10155 Collins Avenue Brian Mulheren — 10245 Collins Avenue Stanley Tate — 9999 Collins Avenue Penny Sepler — 10275 Collins Avenue Neil Alter — 9801 Collins Avenue Dan Holder — 24 Bal Bay Drive Assistant Mayor Blachar withdrew her motion. A motion was offered by Mayor Rosenfield and seconded by Assistant Mayor Blachar for Mr. Gonzalez to negotiate the contract with the Village Clerk (Ellisa Horvath). The motion carried (4-0). R9C - Public Comment: Brian Mulheren —10245 Collins Avenue, spoke in favor of using resort tax funds to replace the defibrillator batteries in the police cars. Chief Overton provided a cost of $9,900.00, for 25 batteries. Mr. Gonzalez suggested that the batteries be purchased and then it be worked out whether or not resort tax funds could be used. A motion was offered by Councilman Packer and seconded by Councilwoman Cohen for the Village Manager to be authorized to replace batteries as needed. The motion carried (4-0). Stanley Tate — 9999 Collins Avenue, suggested that rechargeable batteries be used. David Paul — 9801 Collins Avenue, requested that the Council direct Mr. Weiss to address the issue of ownership of the streets, which not only involved the gate, but also the traffic, and the street between the Shops and the Fairfield Manor. Nina Rudolph — 212 Bal Bay Drive, discussed the importance of security, value, etc. and spoke against paying the Village Attorney to research the ownership of the streets. She suggested cleaning up the utility markings on the sidewalks. Mr. Gonzalez explained that the markings were required for construction and would wash away over time. Mrs. Rudolph discussed the problem with people reaching the tickets to enter the Shops parking lot, which affected traffic. Stanley Tate — 9999 Collins Avenue, spoke in favor of the Village Attorney providing an opinion on whether or not something was being done illegally in the municipality. Anamarie Kelly Stoppa — 77 Camden Drive, requested the deeds for the Consultatio property. Neil Alter — 9801 Collins Avenue, suggested using resort tax funds to address the deteriorated condition of the sidewalks. Mayor Rosenfield reported that Mr. Gonzalez was looking into ways to address that. Dina Cellini — 211 Bal Cross Drive, clarified that Mr. Paul's comment about her opinion was Bal Harbour Village Regular Council Meeting Minutes 02/18/2014 9 not accurate (that she wanted to own up to the center of the streets). Mr. Gonzalez noted that the Shops would provide staff when requested by the Police, to assist drivers to access the Shops lot faster. Councilman Packer noted that there was improved technology that the Shops should look into, for their ticketing system. R10 — Village Manager Report: R10A- Discussion Regarding the Land Exchange Agreement with Flamingo Way Enterprises, LLC: This item was removed from the agenda. R11 — Village Clerk Report: R11 A - Lobbyist Registration Report — As of February 18, 2014: A revised report, dated February 18, 2014, was distributed by Mrs. Horvath. R12 — Village Attorney Report: Mr. Weiss requested authorization to hire a pension consultant and actuary, as part of the negotiation process with the Police Department Union. A motion was offered by Mayor Rosenfield and seconded by Assistant Mayor Blachar to hire a pension actuary. Mr. Gonzalez reported that the cost would be a general fund expense and suggested that no cap be applied. He explained that this person would be separate from the Police Pension Board Actuary. Councilman Packer discussed the possibility of placing a cap on the cost. Mr. Weiss explained that the Actuary to be hired didn't represent pension boards. Mr. Gonzalez suggested that he and Mr. Weiss be required to bring the item back to the Council after $20,000.00 was spent, for further direction. It was the consensus of the Council to do so. The following members of the public provided comments: Abe Gotman — 9601 Collins Avenue Brian Mulheren — 10245 Collins Avenue The motion carried (4-0). Assistant Mayor Blachar suggested a quarterly paper newsletter, instead of just emailing it. Mr. Gonzalez will bring back a suggested program. Jay Smith — Bal Harbour Village, reported that funds were included in the budget for printing the newsletter. Councilwoman Cohen discussed increasing the role of the Building Managers, to relay information to the residents. Councilman Packer agreed and suggested that Village information be inserted in the building newsletters. Mr. Gonzalez suggested inviting the Bal Harbour Village Regular Council Meeting Minutes 02/18/2014 10 Building Managers, to a monthly task force meeting. Assistant Mayor Blachar suggested that a bike rodeo be held. Chief Overton agreed that could be done. Mayor Rosenfield explained that although the community would no longer be doing the big walk against drugs, there was still a need for the Police Chiefs to continue the fight on drugs. Councilwoman Cohen discussed the importance of after -school activities. Assistant Mayor Blachar agreed and requested Mr. Gonzalez to look into the Village providing after -school activities at the Village Park. It was the consensus of the Council to look at providing new chairs for the Council dais. Mr. Gonzalez will review the chairs, painting, etc. when he reviewed the room layout. Councilwoman Cohen requested that the Council have designated parking spaces on meeting nights, in the first five spots. Abe Gotman — 9601 Collins Avenue, suggested that the neighboring municipalities discuss the traffic congestion issue together. He spoke against the Shops charging for parking, since drivers had to stop their vehicles to get a ticket and caused traffic congestion by doing so. ADJOURN: There being no further business, a motion was offered by Councilman Packer and seconded by Assistant Mayor Blachar to adjourn. The motion carried (4-0) and the meeting was adjourned at 10:34 p.m. Attest: Ellisa L. Horvath, MMG!Village Clerk Bal Harbour Village Regular Council Meeting Minutes 02/18/2014 11