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
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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
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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
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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