HomeMy Public PortalAbout1981-08-25 MeetingCOUNCIL MINUTES
August 25, 1981
The Council of Bal Harbour Village met Tuesday, August 25, 1981
at 9:30 A.M. in the Village Hall.
Present: Messrs. Printup, Sherman, Taplin and Miss Gray
Absent: Mr. Beatty
Also present were Fred W. Maley, Village Manager; Mary T. Wetterer,
Village Clerk; and Alan S. gold, Village Attorney.
On motion by Miss Gray, seccnded by Mr. Sherman and voted, the minutes
of July 28, 1981 were approved as submitted.
A Public Hearing was held on the application for a variance by the
Sheraton Bal Harbour to replace an existing cabana slructure with a new beach
pavilion which would project 512' into the rear set back area. Representatives
from the Sheraton and Mr. Maley explained the proposed new construction.
As there were no objections from those present, on motion of Mr. Taplin,
seconded by Miss Gray and voted, the variance was granted.
Mr. Maley reported that at last month's meeting, the Dade County Depart-
ment of Transportation made recommendations for striping Collins Avenue,
plus parking of busses on the Sheraton property, which would necessitate a
new entrance. He said Mr. Sims had checked with the State Road Department,
and they were not ready to give their crnments.
Mr. Gold and Mr. Maley discussed the proposed noise ordinance as re-
vised by Mr. Schulman. Mr. Gold said it was very important to have a sound
expert's opinion so that the ordinance could be discussed intelligently. It
was moved by Mr. Taplin, seconded by Miss Gray and voted that Mr. Maley should
hire a sound expert to discuss the provisions of the ordinance.
Mr. Maley reported that Howard Brandston was proceeding with final
plans for the Collins Avenue and 96th Street lighting. He said that he was
going to New York in September to inspect installations similar to our plans,
and would chekc on the candle power and type of fixtures.
The council discussed with those present the Rocky Pomerance report
with regard to having additional officers, so that a foot patrol could be
established for sixteen hours along Collins Avenue. It was the ccuicil's
opinion that this might be a crime deterrent and Mr. Maley was asked to pro-
vide the council with the cost of two additional officers to the three pro-
posed in the new budget. The item is to be discussed again at the first buget
hearing.
Financial statements for the period ending June 30, 1981, were presented.
Mr. Maley explained that all departments were in order except the Sewer Fund.
He requested that $30,000 be transferred from the Water Department to the
Sewer Department. On motion of Mr. Taplin, seconded by Miss Gray and voted,
the funds were ordered to be transferred. After review of the financial
statements, on motion of Miss Gray, seconded by Mr. Taplin, the statements
were filed for audit.
August 25, 1981
The Village Manager reported that he had checked with the Towns of
Surfside and Bay Harbor Islands on the cost of operation of their mini -
busses. He said that Bay Harbor Islands' net tax supported cost is
$20,000 and Surfside $10,000. After discussion, it was the opinion of the
council and the majority of those present that the Village did not need
a mini -bus.
Mr. Maley said that Dade County has completed the water line that
will serve Bal Harbour and Bay Harbor Islands, and wants title to the old
water line installed by the towns in 1946. They will also reimburse Bay
Harbor and Bal Harbour for the cost of the portion of the 24" line along
96th Street. It was moved by Mr. Taplin, seconded by Miss Gray and voted
to transfer the water lines to Dade County Water and Sewer Authority.
Mr. Maley explained that the Federal, State and County governments
shared in the cost of the beach restoration program, but would not share
in the legal coats to fight the Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company suit.
He said the attorneys feel that our case is justified and should be settled
in October.
Mr. Printup reported that we have received the prior taxes on the
Balmoral, plus interest.
Mr. Sherman said that he had spoken to the Village's auditors, Arthur
Andersen and Co., and they agreed with him that a quarterly review of the
books was a great ideal. Mr. Maley explained that the council receives
quarterly statements, and the Village is in excellent financial condition.
Mr. Sherman said he also wanted the Village to hire an auditor to review
the proposed budget before it is voted on. It was suggested that Mr. Maley
contact our account executive at Arthur Andersen to ascertain their opinion
on additional quarterly reviews and possible review of the proposed budgets.
Mr. Hammer said that the Village should be redistricted due to the
fact the majority of voters reside on the east side of Collins Avenue.
He said he believes the five districts should run from east to west. He
asked if the Village Attorney could have an opinion at the next meeting
whether his idea would be legal and if the present districts are legal.
Mr. Gold said he would be glad to research the matter for the council.
Mr. Printup said he had been approached by Mayor Clark of Dade
County to see if the Village would contribute to a reception for the
Municipal Judges' meeting at the Sheraton. It was moved by Mr. Sherman,
seconded by Miss Gray and voted that the Village contribute $1200.00 from
the Tourism Fund.
Mr. Maley said that solicitations were being made for the Mildred
and Claude Pepper Library Endowment Fund. It was moved by Mr. Taplin,
seconded by Mr. Sherman and voted to contribute $200 to the Fund.
The council discussed a recent drowning with those present. On motion
of Mr. Taplin, seconded by Miss Gray, it was voted to place signs near the
jetty warning of possible undercurrents.
August 25, 1981
On motion of Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Taplin, the meeting
was adjourned at 11:50 A.M.
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August 25, 1981
PUBLIC HEARING
September 1, 1981
The council of Bal Harbour Village met Tuesday, September 1, 1981
at 5:00 P.M. for the purpose of discussing the 1981-82 proposed budgets.
Present: Miss Gray and Messrs. Beatty, Printup and Sherman
Absent: Mr. Taplin
Also present were Fred W. Maley, Village Manager, and Mary T. Wetterer,
Village Clerk.
Mr. Maley discussed the possibility of adding police officers in the
budget, which would provide perbonnel for the Collins Avenue foot patrol.
He told those present that the cost of each officer amounts to approx-
imately $22,000. After comments from Chief Staubesand it was moved by
Mr. Sherman, seconded by Miss Gray and voted that three additional officers
be added to the proposed budget.
Mr. Maley reported that the proposed budgets have been available since
July and with the approved change in the police department the tax millage
would be 3.70 mills, which equates to a 13.4% increase in taxes, due to
the increased assessments. The Village Manager read from his budget letter
and asked if there were any questions. Mr. John Cherin of Arthur Andersen
and Co. said he had been asked by Mr. Sherman to review the proposed
budgets, but that he did not know what kind of a review was desired and the
scope of work will determine the cost. He told those present that he had
read the budgets and talked to Mr. Maley and Miss Wetterer, and a full depth
study could cost as much as $6,000. It was decided that a committee from
those present could be appointed to review the budgets with the village
manager before the next meeting instead of a review by Arthur Andersen and
Co. It was moved by Mr. Beatty, seconded by Mr. Sherman and voted that
Messrs. Rubin Prussin, Joe Brown and Max Feldman be appointed to meet with
the Village Manager at 2:00 Friday, September 4th to go over the budgets.
Mr. Stanley Whitman, Chairman of the Resort Tax Advisory Committee explained
the use of the Resort Tax funds in the past and some proposed expenditures
in the 1981-82 Tourism budget.
September 1, 1981