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HomeMy Public PortalAbout1985-08-13 MeetingMr. Kelly said that Metro -Dade County wants to discuss the financing of the new water line to come from the mainland, but suggested it be held until next month. Mr. Sherman said that Bal Harbour Shops wants the village to set a Hearing Date to discuss changing their entrance. Mr. Kelly suggested it be deferred until November or December. Mr. Gold said it is proper to defer, but on the other hand reasonable due process must be given. Mrs. Higgins of the Fairfield Manor said they would like the hearing in January. Mr. Sherman said he had approached Mr. Davis, representative for the Bal Harbour Shops regarding the use of a turn -around which was agreed to by the Fairfield Manor and Mr. Whitman seemed receptive. The Balmoral had also agreed to the plan proposed by the village planners. Mr. Sherman said another meeting was held with Mr. Whitman and the manager of Neiman-Marcus who said the comprise plan was unacceptable to them. It was moved by Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unani- mously voted to set the Public Hearing for the proposed change to the Bal Harbour Shops entrance at the January meeting. Mr. Kelly said with the falling interest rates with local institutions a better rate of return can now be obtained from deposits in the State of Florida Investment pool. To join the pool required a Resolution by the Council. It was moved by Mrs. Antiles, seconded by Mr. McKeehan and unanimously voted that Bal Harbour join the State Investment pool. On motion of Mr. Mckeehan, was adjourned at 12:20 P.M. Attest: Village Clerk June 25, 1985 seconded by Mr. Taplin and voted the meeting Mayor COUNCIL MINUTES August 13, 1985 The Council of Bal Harbour Village met Tuesday, August 13, 1985, at 9:30 A. M. in the Village Hall. Present: Mrs. Antiles and Messrs. Laikin, McKeehan, Sherman and Taplin Also present were Louise Miller, Village Manager; Mary Wetterer, Village Clerk; Alan Gold, Village Attorney; and John Kelly, Finance Director. On motion of Mrs. Antiles, seconded by Mr. Laikin and voted the minutes of the previous meeting of June 25, 1985 were approved as submitted. Mr. Gold read the proposed pension amendment ordinance in full, adding a section to permit the Village Manager to elect pension coverage under the ICMA Retirement Corporation, rather than the Village pension plan. Mrs. Milleer explained that she belongs to the ICMA Plan and the cost to the Village would be the same. The ICMA Plan allows the participant to carry pension benefits August 13, 1985 from city to city without loss of benefits. It was moved by Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mr. McKeehan and unanimously voted that the amendment be added to the proposed ordinance. On motion of Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mr. McKeehan and unanimously voted Ordinance No. 265 as amended, was adopted on second and final reading. The Village Clerk read a proposed ordinance by title amending the rate charged for parking at the West Lot and under Baker's Haulover Bridge to 2 hours for 25. On motion of Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted the ordinance was adopted on first reading. Mr. Sherman said the Civilian Identification ordinance psychologically serves a purpose, however, the charge should reflect the cost. Ms. Wetterer read a proposed ordinance by title, setting the cost for Identification Cards at $5.00. On motion of Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted the ordinance was passed on first reading. Mr. Kelly explained that for a number of years the Water and Sewer Departments had been subsidized, most of this was rectified last year. The Dade Water and Sewer Authority is increasing our rates by about 9% and pro- visions must be made for future requirements. He said the water rates should be raised in the new budget. The Village Clerk read a proposed ordinance by title raising the water rate to $1.00 per thousand gallons. On motion of Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted the ordinance was passed on first reading. Mr. Sherman said Mr. Irving Wasserman of Reynolds, Smith, Hills is here to discuss their preliminary report on the Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Wasserman wanted the council's comments on the report so that they could come back with answers. The council discussed the report in regard to Beach Erosion, which needs more depth; the integrity of the separation of commercial and residential property with relation to the Bal Harbour Shops request to move their entrance; bicycle riding on the sidewalks; the request of the State of Florida for municipalities to look into bicycle and pedestrian paths; and the trend of apartment building replacing hotels. Mr. Wasserman said he would review all comments and suggestions for a future meeting and after that the documents would be sent to the State agency for review. Mr. Gold reported that a suit has been filed in the Bal-Mar Realty/Balmoral case, but their attorney is away so there has been no response in the matter. Mr. Kelly explained that Bal Harbour and Bay Harbor must be off the Miami Beach water line by 1987. After July 1987 the county will suffer penalties in the amount of about $150,000. The original plan was for WASA to build a line across to Bay Harbor and Bal Harbour from the west. However, WASA can't get financing due to lawsuits. Mr. Kelly suggested that Bal Harbour, Bay Harbor and possibly Surfside finance the line, which would cost about $1,000,000. We would make money on the interst from WASA, which is better than having a $150,000 penalty. It was moved by Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted that Mr. Kelly should go ahead and talk to Bay Harbor Islands. Mr. Sherman said that several months ago Mr. Whitman asked if Bal Harbour could enter into a local agreement with North Miami Beach to supply us with water in an emergency. WASA will agree to this. This water would be used only for a fire emergency. He said an interlocal agreement is being worked on. Mr. Sherman said that Bal Harbour Shops had requested a Hearing date for August 13, 1985 the council to consider their request for a change in their north entrance. The council set January 1986 for the date. Mr. Whitman and his attorney, Mr. Gerald Knight, said they are requesting a Hearing date before that time, so that if approved the work could be done before the winter season. Mr. Sherman said the village has had the Department of Transportation checking the ingress and egress from the Shops in relation to their traffic signals and read a letter with DOT"s recommendation. Mr. Desharnais, Building Inspector, said that the village has been trying to workout a compromisevith the Bal Harbour Shops. Mrs. Higgins from the Fairfield Manor stated that she did not think it fair to have a Hearing when most of the residents affected are away. Mr. Whitman said they just want to use their own street and that all the families do not need to be present, only a spokesman. Mr. Sherman wanted to know if the street was private. Mr. Gold said he is not ready to give a legal opinion. He would need legal research on the deeds. Mr. Laikin said he does not think anything will be accomplished by waiting five months. Mr. Sherman stated that he wanted to hear from all the people, not spokesman. Mr. Taplin said that the council knows what the people from the Balmoral and Fairfield think and he believes a compromise can be worked out. Mr. Gold said he would like all the information Mr. Whitman and Mr. Knight have, also any opinion the Fairfield might have from their attorney so that he can do the title work. It was suggested that the village and Bal Harbour Shops have another meeting to see if a compromise can be worked out. It was moved by Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mr. Taplin, and voted, Mrs. Antiles voting "no", that the Public Hearing for the Bal Harbour Shops be moved from January 1986 to November 26, 1985. Mr. Kelly explained that the Manager's signature should be added to the Safety Deposit box. It was moved by Mrs. Antiles, seconded by Mr. McKeehan and unanimously voted to approve Mr. Kelly's recommendation. (Mr. Taplin left the room at this time) Mr. Kelly said that the dates for the Budget Hearings have been set for Thursday, August 29, 1985 at 5:15 P.M. and Thursday, September 12, 1985. Mr. Kelly presented a Resolution authorizing the village to participate on the ICMA Retirement Corporation for the Village Manager. On motion of Mr. Laikin, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted, Resolution No. 295 was adopted. Mr. Sherman proposed a Resolution recommending Martin Yellen for the Florida League of Cities E. Harris Drew Award. On motion of Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mr. Laikin, the Resolution was adopted. (Mr. Taplin returned at this time) Mr. Kelly reported that the Village Insurance is out for bids. The Officials Liability has some gaps in it, but bids are hard to obtain. Bids will be due in August. Mrs. Miller said Mr. Desharnais has bids on the stand-by generator, and recommends the purchase of a Simerco (American built) for $22,942.00. It was moved by Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted that the Village purchase the generator. Mrs. Miller said that all apartment and hotel representatives have been invited to two demonstrations of the fire alarm systen shown to the council at a recent meeting. The first demonstration will be today and another August 13, 1985 on September 22nd. A proposed ordinance requiring some type of alarm system in high rise buildings and hotels is still under discussion. Mr. Sherman announced that the Dedication Ceremony for the new Public Works facility would be on Saturday morning, August 17, 1985, at 9:15 A. M. Mrs. Miller said that we weill be selling old equipment and the police cars as soon as the new cars are in service. Mr. Taplin said that he noticed Jet Skis being operated up and down in the ocean. Chief Baquero said they are owned by people living on the ocean front. He said the equipment stops when the person falls off. On motion of Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mr. Taplin, and voted the meeting was adjourned at 11:30 A.M. Attest: Village Clerk August 13, 1985 BUDGET HEARING August 29, 1985 The first Public Hearing to consider the proposed 1985-86 Budgets was held Thursday, August 29, 1985 at 5:15 P.M. in the Village Hall. Present: Mrs. Antiles, Messrs, Laikin, McKeehan and Taplin Absent: Mr. Sherman Also present were Louise Miller, Village Manager; Mary Wetterer, Village Clerk; and John Kelly, Finance Director. Mr. Taplin asked if there were any comments regarding the Budgets. He told those present that the Village's millage would remain the same at 3.78 mills. Mr. Kelly explained the rolled back-millage was 3.73 mills and our proposed millage is 1.01% over the rolled back. As there were no comments from those present, on motion of Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted the proposed Budgets for the General Fund, Water Department, Sewer Department, and Department of Tourism for 1985-86 was adopted on first reading by title. Mrs. Miller thanked Ms. Wetterer and Mr. Kelly for their work on the budgets. Mr. Taplin announced that the next Budget Hearing would be on Thursday, August 29, 1985