HomeMy Public PortalAbout1986-05-27 Regular Meetinginside boards. We are also getting prices for stainless steel equipment for
the Vita Course. The cost of the path will be approximately $40,000.00 to be
paid from the Grant and the Tourism account.
Mrs. Miller said that the security firm for the residential section had
made some suggestions and requests which the village took care of. A new
maintenance firm, Cincinnati Gate Company has been hired to maintain the
back entrance gate. There have been some comments from those assessed re-
garding the method of assessment. Mr. Sherman said this can be considered
by the budget committee and Mr. Kelly for next year's budget.
The council discussed the problem of people on jet skis coming too close
to the swimmers. Chief Baquero outlined the problem involved in trying to
contact the skiers. It was suggested that the police department contact the
rental agent for the skis at Haulover and ask for their cooperation in ad-
vising the renters of the skis about marine regulations for the skis.
On motion of Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and voted the meeting
was adjourned at 11:45 A.M.
Attest:
Village Clerk
COUNCIL MEETING
May 27, 1986
April 29, 1986
The regular monthly meeting of the Bal Harbour Village Council was
held at 9:30 A.M. on Tuesday, May 27, 1986, in the Village Hall. Present:
Mrs. Antiles, Messrs. Laikin, McKeehan, Sherman and Taplin. Also present:
Village Manager Louise K. Miller, Deputy Clerk Carole Morris, and Village
Attorney Weiss.
Approval of Minutes: The Mayor requested that the minutes of the April
29, 1986 meeting be amended to show that information stated at that time
regarding fire safety requirements was incorrect. Further research has
indicated that if buildings install smoke detection systems as described
by Village Ordinance, neither condominiums or hotels will be required to
install sprinkler systems - except in public areas. There was some dis-
cussion as to where a system such as the one required by the proposed Ord-
inance could be seen in operation. Building Official George Desharnais
indicated that the Bal Harbour 101 has a similar system. After some further
discussion, a motion was made by Mrs. Antiles and seconded by Mr. Taplin
to accept the minutes as amended. The motion carried unopposed.
Smoke Detection Ordinance, Number 278: It was requested by Mr. Bernie
Burke of the Singapore Hotel that this Ordinance be tabled until the next
meeting so that the hotel owners would have ample time to investigate the
ramifications of the Ordinance. Village Attorney Weiss explained that this
May 27, 1986
is the second reading of the Ordinance and a public hearing. Compliance
with the Ordinance would not be required until November of 1986..A motion
was made by Asst. Mayor Taplin, and seconded by Mr. McKeehan, to consider
this matter immediately. The motion carried 5-0. The Ordinance was then
read in full by the Deputy Clerk and the Mayor declared the public hear-
ing open. Larry Cliff, of the Sea View, inquired as to whether or not the
syemprovided any lag time for false alarms. Mr. Lou Brant, of the
Regency Spa, inquired as to whether the Village would assist the hoteliers
with financing of such a system. He expressed the opinion that the exist-
ing system of smoke alarms in each room without a central annunciator
is adequate. The public hearing was then closed. Mr. Taplin then moved
that the Ordinance be adopted. The motion was seconded by Mr. McKeehan.
The motion carried unanimously thus becoming
Ordinance No. 278
Burglar Alarm Ordinance Amendment, Number 279:Mayor Sherman noted
that to date, this year the Village Police Department has responded to 172
false alarms. He thn requested that the Deputy Clerk read the proposed
Ordinance in full. After the Ordinance was read the Mayor opened the
public hearing. A question arose as to what would happen if an alarm was
not silenced within the thirty minute period ( as required by the Ordinance).
Police Chief Baquero explained that when the permit was applied for an in-
spection of the system was made - one of the items checked for is an auto-
matic shut off mechanism. Also, required with the application was the name
of the alarm service company. If a problem occurred, the Police could then
contact the alarm service company. It was requested that the Village
Attorney investigate to determine if any other communities have a clause
in their alarm ordinances to allow the police to silence an alarm if it
continues indefinitely. The public hearing was then closed and a motion
made by Mrs. Antile to approve the Ordinance. This motion was seconded
by Mr. Laikin and carried unopposed. The Ordinance will be
Ordinance No. 279
Ocean District Ordinance: Agenda iten III, B, 2 was tabled in the
interest of time. This matter, the ocean district ordinance, will be dis-
cussed at the Council's June meeting.
Contribution to the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau: Mayor
Sherman noted that Bal Harbour is "not an island unto itself" and re-
minded those present that in 1984 Bal Harbour proposed the establishment
of a tourism coalition. He noted that such a coalition has now been es-
tablished and introduced Mr. Steve Nostrand and Mr. Al Wolfe who were present
representing the tourism coalition. Mrs. Miller encouraged the Village's
continuing participation in this coalition and recommended a contribution
of $200,000 for the upcoming budget. Mayor Sherman joined in urging the
continuation of these activities and noted that as each of the other partici-
pants would be increasing their contributions, it was important that Bal
Harbour do likewise. Mr. Stan Whitman of the Bal Harbour Shops and Asst.
Mayor Taplin spoke in favor of a contribution to the coalition suggesting
that anyting which improves Dade County's image also increases Bal Harbour's
marketability. Mr. Cliff agreed that, there is much to be gained by parti-
cipation in the group. Mr. Brandt spoke against the consortium instead,
advocating the use of these funds for increased law enforcement and Village
advertisiry efforts. Mr. McKeehan said that he felt a donation to the group
was a nice expression of goodwill but felt that little increase in tourism
would result from consortium efforts. After some further discussion,
Asst. Mayor Taplin moved to increase the contribution to the GMCVB to $175,000
and also to increase the hotel advertising budget by $50,000. This motion
May 27, 1986
was seconded by Mr. McKeehan and carried unopposed. As a part of this
motion, the Village Manager was authorized to execute the Interlocal
Agreement on behalf of the Village.
Recognition of Bal Harbour Village Officer of the Year: Mayor Sherman
then introduced Police Chief Baquero who recognized Officer Charles Merrill
as Bal Harbour Village Officer of the Year. Mayor Sherman told those present
of Office Merrill's quick actions in administering CPR to a neighbor of his -
Merrill is credited with saving the woman's life. Chief Baquero also pre-
sented certificates to Officer Robert Moruzzi as March Officer of the Month,
and Officer Hernan Cardeno as April Officer of the Month. Mr. Andrew Bern-
stein was also recognized with a Special Service Award in honor of his
four years of service as an auxiliary police officer. The Council expressed
its congratulations to all of the recipients.
Village Manager's Report: Village Manager Louise Miller reported that
the village is to receive $200,000 in the form of a matching grant from the
Florida Inland Navigation District. These funds are for repairs needed
to the jetty and groins. Assistance will also be given by the Corps of
Engineers. Mrs. Miller expressed her appreciation for assistance provided
by George Desharnais, Building Official, in pursuit of these funds.
Mrs. Miller also reported that the Village is about to receive approx-
imately $11,000 in forfeiture funds. These monies are earmarked for use
by the Police Department.
It was reported by the Village Manager that a new security gate has
been ordered for the rear entrance. Also a new security firm has been
contracted with to man the guard gate. Stickers have been ordered for the
residents of the security district to place by their telephones. These
stickers have the telephone numbers for both the Village Police and the
guard shack. Residents are reminded to report incoming visitors to the
guard shack so that their guests are not detained unnecessarily.
Mrs. Miller inquired as to whether or not the Council wished to name
an alternate delegate for the Dade League of Cities meetings. It was
noted that on June 21st, Mayor Sherman will be installed as the new President
of the League. Asst. Mayor Taplin agreed to become the alternate delegate
to the League.
Mrs. Miller aksed the Council to approve the Village's participation
in obtaining a grant to provide for a computerized link of area libraries.
The grantrequires no funding by the Village. A motion by Asst. Mayor Taplin
seconded by Mrs. Antiles to approve the Village's participation in this
effort carried unanimously.
The meeting was adjourned briefly to consider matters facing the
Pension Board. The meeting was then reconvened to discuss beach im-
provements. Asst. Mayor Taplin suggested that the Village proceed with
the preliminary costs associated with the installation of a jogging path
along the beach. Funding could be provided through the Beach Renourish-
ment funds or perhaps as a 50-50 split between that account and Resort
Tax funds. A motion to proceed in this manner was offered by Mr. Taplin
and seconded by Mr. McKeehan. The motion carried unanimously.
The Mayorand Council then joined in commending Village Manager Louise
Miller on her performance since coming to work at the Village.
As there was no further business to discuss, a motion was made by Asst.
Mayor Taplin and seconded by Mr. McKeehan to adjournthe meeting. The
motion carried and the meeting adjourned at 12:10 P.M. May 27, 1986
Attest:
Village Clerk
May 27, 1986
COUNCIL MINUTES
June 24, 1986
The Council of Bal Harbour Village met Tuesday, June 24, 1986 at 9:30
A.M. in the Village Hall.
Present: Mrs. Antiles, Messrs. Laikin, McKeehan, Sherman and Taplin.
Also present: Louise Miller, Village Manager; Mary Wetterer, Village
Clerk and Stanley Price, representing Richard Weiss, Village Attorney.
On motion of Mrs. Antiles, seconded by Mr. Taplin and voted the minutes
of May 27, 1986 were approved as submitted.
Mayor Sherman said that our zoning code needs clarification on busi-
ness establishments in the multi -family high rise buildings. The proposed
ordinance was recommended by bothAlan Gold and Richard Weiss and has been
presented to all high rises. The Village Clerk read the proposed ordinance
by title. The council discussed the ordinance and suggested that the list
of permitted businesses be enlarged to include health clubs, boutiques,
sundry shops and dress shops. An art show could be considered on an in-
dividual basis. It was moved by Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and
unanimously voted to amend the proposed ordinance to include the above uses.
It was moved by Mr. Taplin, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted
to adopt the proposed ordinance, as amended, on first reading., setting
forth the types of commercial activity that would be permitted in high
rise apartments.
George Desharnais, Building Official, explained the proposed ordinance
which would provide for increased building permit fees. He said our use of
the Dade County fees were not suitable for our situation as like other small
towns we must hire outside Inspectors on a percentage of the permit fee basis.
He said the matter has been worked on for six months and a more equitable way
would be to use a Means Method geared to the cost of the building. Mr.
Desharnais explained the Means Method is which the county is divided into
zones and the fee is a percentage of the square foot construction cost. He
proposes a 1% factor. Mr. Desharnais said a fee would also be charged for
reviewing plans prior to issuing a permit. Ms. Wetterer read the proposed
ordinance by title. On motion of Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles,
June 24, 1986