HomeMy Public PortalAbout1986-02-25 MeetingCOUNCIL MINUTES
February 25, 1986
The Council of Bal Harbour Village met Tuesday, February 25, 1986 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
and Richard Weiss, Village Attorney.
On motion of Mr. Laikin, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted the
minutes of January 28, 1986 were approved as submitted.
Mayor Sherman said that at the last meeting on petition of 75% of the residents
in the proposed security district, a Resolution had been passed setting up a special
assessment district. This Public Hearing is to discuss the proposed assessment roll.
He said Mr. Gavigan had complained to Governor Graham's office stating that the
petitions were improper, the assessment unfair, and that due to the nature of the
service it should be included in the budget and done on an ad valorem tax basis. The
Governor's office told Mr. Sherman that they found nothing illegal. Mrs. Miller said
she had spoken to the Civic Association regarding access through the gate for the
residents of One Harbour Way at the request of Mr. Burroughs, the condominium pres-
ident. The Civic Association said that their residents would be given stickers for
their cars. Also residents at the Bal Harbour Manor will have to be provided for as
they must pass through the gate to reach their property. As there were no further
comments from those present, Mr. Weiss said it was in order to pass Resolution No. 304
and close the issue. It was moved by Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unani-
mously voted that
RESOLUTION NO. 304
confirming the special assessment roll for security purposes through September 30,
1986 be adopted.
Mr. Weiss said at the last meeting changes were made in the proposed smoke de-
tector ordinance to provide for a $75.00 first time inspection fee, make it applicable
to four or more story apartment buildings, and add a penalty clause based on a per day
basis. Mr. Wassel of the Singapore Hotel said he objects to the ordinance as they
have smoke detectors in all the rooms. It was explained that detectors must be hooked
to a panel in the lobby for instant monitoring. Mr. Taplin said the ordinance should
apply to hotels also and we should not wait until the State mandated installations in
several years. Mr. Weiss explained that the ordinance as advertised for passage today
is only for apartment buildings over four stories. He said he would research the re-
quirements as they would pertain to hotels for the next meeting and the ordinance could
be amended. It was moved by Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted
to pass on final reading
ORDINANCE No. 275
providing for smoke detectors hooked up to an annunciator panel in apartment build-
ings over four stories.
Mr. Gavigan asked if the Public Hearing was being held. Mr. Weiss explained that
the Hearing was scheduled for 9:30 A.M., was held, and Resolution No. 304 was passed.
The Assessment Roll has been confirmed. It was agreed to hear Mr. Gavigan. Mr. Sherman
said he wishes to inform Mr. Gavigan that Mrs. Rodriguez from Governor's Graham's office
had called to advise that Bal Harbour is not in violation of any State Law. Mr. Gavigan
stated his objection as the assessments could be put on the tax roll; all other such
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assessments in Dade County pertain to single family properties, are a one-time
assessment for something like a gate house construction; and the Florida Statues
170.01 prohibit this type of assessment. Mr. Weiss told Mr. Gavigan that we are
aware of the Statues and are comfortable with our actions. This has all been gone
through and we are in conformance. The Village has authority to do this. Mr. Sherman
said we know that Mr. Gavigan does not agree with us, however, the Hearing took place
at the scheduled time.
The Village Clerk read Ordinance No. 276 adopting a policy for payment of judge-
ments against certain public officials. Mr. Gavigan said he objects to this and the
matter should be voted on by the electors. It was explained that four Dade County
cities have already passed such an ordinance and that three have it in the works.
There is a real need for this as it fills a void due to a gap in insurance now being
offered. It was moved by Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously
voted that
ORDINANCE NO 276
be passed on final reading.
Mr. Sherman said that the proposed ordinance on demolition of buildings would
prevent repetition of a "Beau Rivage job". Mr. Weiss explained sections of the or-
dinance. Mrs. Miller said she had visited the Beau Rivage property with their attorney
and they are working with George Desharnais to finish the job and put the property in
order. Ms. Wetterer read the proposed ordinance by title for first reading. On motion
of Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mr. McKeehan and voted the ordinance was adopted.
Mrs. Miller said that the police contract has been renegotiated regarding com-
pensatory time based on the amendment to the Fair Labor Standards. It now includes
combining holiday banked time and compensatory time. The union hs accepted and
ratified it. It was moved by Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously
voted to approve the renegotiated contract. Mr. Weiss said the PBA attorney had
called him and asked that the current proposed pay vs banked pay be specified in the
contract. The council agreed to this provision.
Mayor Sherman introduced Mr. Matthew Mathes of Reynolds, Smith and Hills. Mr.
Mathes said the update of our Comprehensive Plan was completed and submitted to the
designated State and local agencies. The next step is to hold a Public Hearing on
the updated plan. There are two other items which must be addressed. One, a capital
improvement plan and the other, provisions for site development for group homes, adult
congregate living facilities. It was suggested that there are no sites available for
group homes that a request be made to the State to exempt Bal Harbour from this pro-
vision. A new proposal covering the cost of the Capital Improvement section could
be requested from planners, or the Village might be able to do this in-house. The
Public Hearing to consider the update of the Comprehensive Plan was set for 9:30 A.M.,
March 25, 1986.
Mr. Sherman said that Dade County had negotiated for the Regis Philbin Show to
be broadcast from the Sheraton Hotel February 24-28, 1986. Dade County was contribut-
ing $50,000; Bal Harbour $10,000; and Bal Harbour Shops, $5,000; and the Sheraton
$5,000 plus rooms and food. Mr. Alden from the Sheraton said the first reports showed
an audience of 1,000,000 watching the show in New York. It was moved by Mr. McKeehan,
seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted that Bal Harbour's execution of the
contract and $10,000 expenditure be ratified. Mr. Sherman said that Bal Harbour made
a $250,000 contribution to the Greater Miami Convention Bureau and is asking the
County for more events such as this which brings a return on our investment.
Mrs. Miller said a title search is being done on property north of the Sun Bank
to see if the bank can contribute to the mini -park. The Florida Department of Trans-
portation is also seeing what they can contribute.
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The Village Manager said that we are trying to book conferences, etc. to
the area and were looking for a special events coordinator under a public rela-
tions firm. Nine people and firms had expressed interest. From these she be-
lieves Hank Meyer's firm would be the best as he has an excellent reputation
and staff and is familiar with Bal Harbour. His fee is $4,000 a month and she
recommends a six month contract. He would coordinate with the Resort Tax
Advisory Committee. We have money available. Mr. Sherman said the Committee
had a meeting yesterday and most properties recommended negotiating with Hank
Meyer. It was moved by Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mr. McKeehan and unanimously
voted that Bal Harbour enter into a contract for six months with Hank Meyer
Associates, Inc. and to see if he would lower his fee.
Mrs. Miller said Mr. Martinez, electrical engineer, had checked the
Collins Avenue lighting and said we need three more light poles. Two at the
Sheraton and one at the Sea View. We can do this with our own staff.
The Manager reported that St. Francis Hospital had sent their mobile unit
and thirty five employees had taken advantage of their checking blood pressure
and for glaucoma.
Mr. Sherman said that the second annual Beautification Dinner would be
held at the Sea View Hotel on April 3rd and Ralph Renick would be the Master
of Ceremonies.
Mr. William Whitman said that the government mail box at the Yacht Club
has rusted out. Also that Bal Harbour is a Bird Sanctuary and the crows are
doing away with all our song birds. Mayor Sherman asked Mr. Whitman to work
with Mrs. Miller on this problem.
Mr. Weiss said he would like to introduce Ms. Andrea Karns, an attorney
in the firm who has been doing some of Bal Harbour's work.
On motion of Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mrs. Antiles he meeting was ad-
journed at 11:22 A.M.
Attest:
Village Clerk
February 25, 1986
COUNCIL MINUTES
March 25, 1986
M'yor
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The Council of Bal Harbour Village met Tuesday, March 25, 1986 at 9:30
A.M. in the Village Hall.
Present: Mrs. Antiles and Messrs. Laikin, McKeehan and Taplin
Absent: Mr. Sherman
Also present were Louise Miller, Village Manager; Mary Wetterer, Village
Clerk; and Richard Weiss, Village Attorney.
March 25, 1986