HomeMy Public PortalAbout1975-09-30 Meetingwould have to be passed. The Village Clerk read Ordinance No. 179,
amending the General litnd Budget for 1974 -75 by title and on motion of
Mr. Davis, seconded by Mr. Beatty, and voted the ordinance was passed
on first reading.
Mr. Maley said that Mr. von Oese:i had met with the principals
of Great Lakes Dredging Co, in Atlanta last Monday and it would appear
that Great Ickes is substantially reducing the amount of additional ex-
penses they claim are due them. However, we have had no official word from
them and we are still holding their retainer.
Mr. Maley said that the Bal Harbour Resort Association had finally
finished the brochure that was authorized by the Council in July, 1974 and
presented the bill for $9,835,00. Due to an appropriation in the new Tourism
Budget for promotion and advertising, he would like to hold payment until
the next budget. It was moved by Mr. Davis, seconded by Mr. Beatty, and voted
that payment would be made after October Ist.
It was noted that no taxpayers were present during the meeting and
on motion of Mr. Davis, seconded by Mr. Beatty, the meeting was adjourned
at 5:35 P.M.
ATTEST:
Village Clerk
September 17, 1975
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September 30, 1975
The Council of Bal Harbour Village met Tuesday, September 30, 1975
at 9:30 A.M. in the Village hall.
Present: Messrs. Beatty, Davis, Printup and Taplin
Absent: Mr. Logan
Also present were Mary T, Wetterer, Village Clerk; Karl Hart,
representing the Village Attorney.
On motion of Mr. Beatty, seconded by Mr, Davis and voted, the
minutes of the previous meexings of August 26th and September 17th, 1975
were approved as submitted.
The Council considered an application for a Certificate of Public
Convenience and Necessity submitted by Taxi, Inc. d/b /a Friendly Checker
for the operation of limousine service. After discussion on motion of
Mr. Davis, seconded by Mr. Taplin and voted the application was denied.
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The Mayor asked if there was anyone present who desired to speak
on the Tax Millage Increase. There being none
RESOLUTION No. 233
setting the 1975 millage at 6.50 was read by the Village Clerk and on motion
of Mr. Davis, seconded by Mr. Taplin and voted the resolution was adopted.
Mr. Hart told the Council that Mr. Anderson had contacted Mr. Sibley,
who said he would contact his clients and get their answer regarding the
Contempt Order.
Mr. Printup said that Kendall Fill had secured their insurance cover-
age and would begin the groin work shortly.
The Mayor reported that the Board of Directors of Bal Harbour Club
had turned down the suggestion by Wilbur Smith and Associates to open Bal
Cross Drive for right turns only. It was the decision of the Council that
someone from Wilbur Smith should come to the next meeting to explain their
report further.
Mr. Hart explained that Mr. von Oesen had decided not to offer
Great lakes Dredge and Dock Company the check for final payment after his
meeting with the company officials. He said that Great Lakes did not know
how to make a claim and Mr. von Oesen had written them suggesting that the
claim be made in writing so that he could review it and advise.
On motion of Mr, Davis, seconded by Mr. Taplin and voted
RESOLUTION No. 234
setting up a• Commission on the Status of Women with Bay Harbor, Islands, North
Bay Village and Surfside was adopted.
The Council requested that the Village Manager contact Barton
Aschmann for their opinion on the size of buildings on the ocean front lots.
The Village Clerk explained that certain transfers would have to
be made to amend the 197475 Budget to cover the over - expenditures.
ORDINANCE No, 179
amending the General Fund Budget was read and on motion of Mr. Davis,
seconded by Mr. Beatty and voted was adopted.
On motion of Mr. Davis, seconded by Mr. Beatty and voted, funds
were authorized to be transferred betwen Departments to balance the accounts.
ORDINANCE No. 180
amending the Village Code to conform with the Dade County Taxi Ordinance
and the new meeting day was read by the Clerk and on motion of Mr, Davis,
seconded by Mr. Beatty and voted was adopted.
Mr. Whitman requested a panel on his Collins Avenue Pole sign
which would read "Open Tonight ". After discussion it was moved by Mr.Taplin,
seconded by Mr. Beatty and voted, that a panel in accordance with the sketch
submitted today be permitted on a temporary basis with the permission subject
to recall on thirty days notice.
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There being no further business, on motion of Mr. Taplin,
seconded by Mr. Davis, the meeting was adjourned at 1:00 P.M.
ATTEST:
Village Clerk
September 309 1975
Mayor
October 28, 1975
The Council of Hal Harbour Village met Tuesday, October 28, 1975 at
9:30 A.M. in the Vila ge Hall.
Present: Messrs Beatty, Davis, Logan, Printup and Taplin
Also present were Fred W. Maley, Village Manager; Mary T. Wetterer,
Village Clerk; and Thomas H. Andersons Village Attorney.
On motion of Mr. Beatty, seconded by Mr. Davis and voted the minutes
of the previous meeting of September 300 1975 were approved as submitted.
Mr, Frank Crippen, President of the Bal Harbour Club, Inc., requested
a variance to eliminate the lighting a nd paving requirement for a parking lot
in conjunction with the new Beach Club building. He stated that inasmuch as
the Beach Club is open only two or three times a year during the evening, that
to provide hard surface parking and lighting for this would be a financial
hardship. Mr. Anderson asked Mr. Crippen to put this request in writing.
After discussion on motion of Mr. Davis, seconded by Mr. Logan and unanimously
voted the Bal Harbour Club was granted the variance, subject to a written
agreement that the variance would be rescinded if hard surface parking and
lighting is determined to be required by the Village.
(Mr. Taplin arrived at the meeting at 9:40 A.M. and was not present
for the above vote).
Taxi permits were granted to the following on motion of Mr. Davis,
seconded by Mr. Beatty, and voted. AAA Auto Leasing d /b /a White Cab, 15;
Morse Taxi and Baggage Transfer, Inc., 11; Surf Cab Company d/b /a Morse Taxi,
10: North Beach Yellow Cab, d/b /a Morse Taxis 10.
Mr. William Beckham explained to the Council the increase in the
liability insurance for the Village, which was understood to be a three year
fixed rate. Mr. Anderson was instructed to check into the matter and see if
they would have a right to cancel the three year rate, It was moved by Mr.
Taplin, seconded by Mr. Davis, and voted that the increased premium be paid
if Mr. Anderson finds that this is within.the company's right.