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HomeMy Public PortalAbout1985-04-30 MeetingMessrs. McKeehan, Sherman and Taplin were sworn into office by the Village Clerk. Mr. Sherman acted as temporary chairman for the meeting. Mr. Sherman asked for nominations for the office of Mayor. It was moved by Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mr. Laikin and voted that John Sherman be elected Mayor. Mr. Sherman called for nominations for the office of Assistant Mayor. It was moved by Mrs. Antiles, seconded by Mr. McKeehan and voted that Sol Taplin be elected Assistant Mayor. Ms. wetterer administered the oaths of office for the Mayor and Assistant Mayor to John Sherman and Sol Taplin. It was discussed and moved by Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and voted that regular meetings of the council would be held the last Tuesday of each month, with an alternate date of the second Tuesday of the month if needed, at 9:30 A.M. in the Village Hall. It was noted that there was no one present from the PBA, as they had requested to appear at this meeting. On motion of Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mr. McKeehan the meeting was adjourned at 10:10 A.M. Attest. Vrnag�t-� April 15, 1985 COUNCIL MINUTES April 30, 1985 The Council of Bal Harbour Village met Tuesday, April 30, 1985 at 9:30 A.M. in the Village Hall. Present: Mrs. Antiles and Messrs. Laikin, McKeehan, Sherman and Taplin. Also present were Fred Maley, Village Manager; Mary Wetterer, Village Clerk; and Alan Gold, Village Attorney. On motion of Mrs. Antiles, seconded by Mr. McKeehan and voted the minutes of March 26, 1985 and April 15, 1985 were approved as submitted. Mr. Sherman said that at the Beautification Dinner there was an over- sight and the plaque was not awarded to the Harbour House South. Mr. Cades, Chairman of the Beautification Committee, presented the Award of Merit to Mr. Linden Culiner, Manager of the Harbour House. April 30, 1985 Mr. Shermsnexplained that the residents in the single family district want maximum security. The Bal Harbour Civic Association had asked the village to operate the security, however, under the Dade County Code, it cannot be done on a county assessment basis due to the private streets. Mr. Gold said he had rendered an opinion regarding public responsibility for citizens' access to their property. He suggested that in order for the village to be able to take over the security, that an amendment be prepared to the local improvement section of the Village Code to provide for security purposes. This could be done for the next meeting and pro- vide for a Notice of Public Hearing. Mr. Maley explained that under the Tax Roll Assessment basis the money would not be available until the end of 1986, which would be the easiest way for the village to handle it. It was suggested that the village could levy an assessment to keep the security until the money comes from the county tax bills. Mr. Sherman said that six families still do not have gate cards. Mr. Santucci said the Civic Association would issue them on a contribution basis. The first cards issued without a full membership in the association were financed by the Board of Directors. It was moved by Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted that Mr. Gold prepare an amendment to the Village Code for presentation at the next meeting. Mr. Sherman advised that Mr. Brunetti had agreed to permit the bus stop now in front of the Admiralty Apartments to be moved in front of the Bal Harbour Collins Apartments (Lot 4, Block 7). Mr. Maley said he has a new price for constructing the bus stop patio from the contractor that did the work at the Sheraton bus stop and it will cost under $5,000. Mr. Maley remarked that Mr. Brunetti is requesting a variance for an awning to project into the set -back area at his home. Mr. Sherman said he had spoken to Mr. Brunetti's neighbors and they have no objection. Mr. Gold said that Mr. Brunetti must go through the formal procedure of applying for a variance. It was moved by Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted that Mr. Maley be authorized to contract for the paving of the patio for the bus stop at 9930 Collins Avenue. Mr. James Rizzo, pension actuary, said they have completed the re- view of the Village's plan and the village is taking care of funding the Unfunded Liability by increased contributions each year. Mr. Maley ex- plained that the pension ordinance must contain an Interest Rate Index and also a Mortality Table to conform with IRS regulations. Mr. Rizzo referred to his recommendations on the selected language for code changes sent in his memo. Ms. Wetterer questioned the language regarding Lump Sum pay- ments over $50,000. It was decided that a partial sum could be paid be- fore the entire payment was due. It was moved by Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted that Mr. Gold prepare an amendment to the pension ordinance containing a specified Mortality Table, use of the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation's interest rate, provision for drawing a portion of a lump sum benefit, and various other provisions discussed to comply with IRS regulations. Mr. Maley explained that another bill has been filed in the Legisla- ture concerning certain provisions in the Statutes on the Police and Firemen's pension acts. One of which would govern the make-up of the Pension Board. In order to keep our council as the Pension Board we may have to cancel the State monies for police officer's now co -mingled with village pension funds or go back to the Share Plan for police officers as we had previously. Mr. Rizzo suggested we wait and see what happens in the April 30, 1985 Legislature before taking any action. Mayor Sherman introduced Dr. Julia Morton of the University of Miami and William Whitman from the Beautification Committee. Mr. Whitman said the committee would like to see an ordinance passed prohibiting plant- ing of Australian pines, melaleuca trees and Brazilian pepper (Florida holly) trees. Dr. Morton spoke on the introduction of melaleuca and pine trees to Florida and resident's allergies to these trees. After consideration the council agreed that the village would remove Florida holly and melaleuca trees on public or private property down to the ground level. An article will appear in the next Newsletter advising property owners that they can call the Village Hall if they wish to have these trees removed. Mr. Clark Hastings of the Sheraton Bal Harbour requested a variance from the noise ordinance to permit music until 1:00 A.M. on July 5, 1985 and August 23, 1985. On motion of Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted the request was granted. Mr. Sherman discussed the need for smoke alarms in high rise build- ings to be hooked up to a main security panel. Chief Rosier of the Dade County Fire Department explained the different types of alarms and the provisions in the South Florida Building Code making alarms mandatory by 1988. Mr. Maley said it should be decided how far the council wishes to go as some buildings do not have security consoles. Mr. Taplin asked if an ordinance could be passed to make the older buildings comply. Mr. Gold said he had talked to the County Attorney to see if Bal Harbour could do what is not required in the County. He suggested we find out what costs we are talking about and then try to get an amendment to the South Florida Building code and other State codes. He suggested that the Village Manager investigate the cost and he would work out the legal details. It was moved by Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and voted that Mr. Maley try to determine the cost to the different buildings for announcia- tor panel hard wired systems. Mr. Gold said he would like authority to do some research over and above his regular fee before Mr. Maley bothers to get prices. (Mr. Taplin left the meeting at noon) Mr. Maley said that each year we appoint a representative to the Board of the Dade County League of Cities. It was moved by Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted that Mr. Sherman be our representative and Mr. Maley the alternate. Mr. Maley said our village engineers have not been able to complete the engineering drawings for the new entrance signs. He said he would like to have Mr. Desharnais do a take off on the plans, when ready, and if his estimates is much less than the bid received at a previous meeting that he be allowed to go out for bids. Mr. Maley said the entrance signs for the west side of Collins Avenue were being painted to the specifications of the Beautification Committee and should be ready in three or four weeks. Mr. Kelly reviewed the six month's operating statements and stated that Resort Tax returns were down 8%. Otherwise, income is up. He said April 30, 1985 the present operating budget will have to be amended to reflect the comple- tion of the Public Works building. Mr. Desharnais said the last bid is being let for the paving. On motion of Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted the statements were filed for audit. Mr. McKeehan said that dogs were running in the village unleashed. Mr. Maley said he would put a notice in the Newsletter and if supported the police will enforce the ordinance. A resident asked if something could not be done about jaywalking. Mr. Maley said he believed that they were mostly tourists. On motion of Mrs. Antiles, seconded by Mr. Laikin, and voted the meeting was adjourned at 12:15 P.M. Attest: Village Clerk COUNCIL MINUTES May 7, 1985 /�77 yor April 30, 1985 A Special Meeting of the Council was held Tuesday, May 7, 1985 for the purpose of considering vacancies in the village government created by the resignation of the Village Manager and the retirement of the Chief of Police. Present: Mrs. Antiles and Messrs. Laikin, McKeehan, Sherman and Taplin Also present were Mary Wetterer, Village Clerk and John Kelly, Finance Director. Mayor Sherman read a letter from Fred Maley, Village Manager, stating he was resigning as of June 14, 1985 at the end of his vacation. Also read was Mr. Sherman's response to Mr. Maley. Mr. Sherman said he had appointed John Kelly as Acting Manager. Mr. Sherman read a letter from Chief of Police Norman Staubesand to Mr. Maley stating that he will retire on May 31, 1985. Mr. Sherman read his response to Chief Staubesand. He said he had appointed Sgt. Baquero, who is respected by members of the force, as Acting Chief of Police. Mr. Taplin said he regrets Mr. Maley's departure. He has worked with him for over six- teen years. His method of operation pleased everyone in the community. We have one of the lowest millage rates, have always operated on budget and have a good surplus. As for the Chief, our crime rate is one of the lowest in Dade County, and he is sorry to see him retire. It was moved by Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted that Mr. Maley's resignation be accepted. It was moved by Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mr. Laikin, and unanimously voted that Mr. John Kelly be appointed Acting Village Manager. It was moved by Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted that Chief Staubesand's letter of retirement be accepted. It was moved by Mr. Taplin, May 7, 1985