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July 29, 1986
The Council of Bal Harbour Village met Tuesday, July 29, 1986, at
9:30 A. M. in the Village Hall.
Present: Mrs. Antiles, Messrs. Laikin, McKeehan, and Sherman
Absent: Mr. Taplin
Also present: Louise Miller, Village Manager: Mary Wetterer, Village
Clerk; and Richard Weiss, Village Attorney.
On motion of Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and voted the minutes
of June 24, 1986 were approved as submitted.
Mayor Sherman said that twenty-six cities out of twenty-seven do not
hold meetings in August and he suggested that a Charter amendment be put on
the November ballot allowing Bal Harbour to do likewise. Mr. Weiss explained
that to change a Charter provision a Resolution must be passed authorizing
the Village Attorney to draw an ordinance stating the question to be put to
the electorate. Then an ordinance is passed with the amendment language. On
motion of Mr. Laikin, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted
Resolution No. 309
was adopted.
Mr. Sherman said we have learned that the State would subsidize some of
the landscape costs on Collins Avenue (AlA) and has approved $6,000 for next
year. The proposed resolution would authorize us to sign the Agreement. On
motion of Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted
Resolution No. 310
was adopted.
Mr. Sherman announced the Village hired a Grant writer and was awarded
$200,000 for the groin and jetty repair on a matching basis from the Florida
Inland Navigation District. We now would like to apply to the Department
of Beaches and Shores for additional money for beach nourishment. On motion
of Mrs. Antiles, seconded by Mr Laikin and unanimously voted
Resolution No. 311
authorizing an application to the Department of Beaches and Shores was adopted.
The Village Manager explained that her pension money in the ICMA Retire-
ment plan is now in the Money Purchase Plan and she would like to change to the
Deferred Compensation Plan, which is more flexible. The cost to the Village
will be the same. On motion of Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and
unanimously voted
Resolution No. 312
allowing a Deferred Compensation Plan through ICMA was adopted.
Mayor Sherman introduced Mr. Robert Wheldon, Superintendent of Public
Works, who explained what is entailed in the maintenance of the open space
in the village and Collins Avenue. It was noted that the State contribution
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of $6,000 was a minute part of our costs. Mr. Bruno said that the Park Drive
landscaping at the Bal Harbour Shops no longer screens the fence and parking
lot, which appears to be open twenty-four hours a day.
Mr. Sherman said that a Resolution regarding the Special Taxing District
has been referred back to a committee for further study. The council dis-
cussed with the residents present some of the proposed costs for the secur-
ity district, including legal fees for the Gavigan suit. Mr. Olsen, a
member of the Civic Association asked if they could represent themselves on
a voluntary basis. Mayor Sherman said yes. The Mayor said that about
twenty-three residents have expressed disatisfaction with the security fees
and have expressed other complains to the guard. Mrs. Miller is to meet with
the security guard and find out about the complaints.
Mayor Sherman introduced a new police officer, Pamela Robinson. Chief
Baquero presented a Certificate to officer Erwin Meyers as Officer of the
Month for his actions during the recent Sea View fire. Officer Robert Moruzzi
was presented an Outstanding Arrest Award for his work on the Gucci case.
The Village Clerk read an ordinance in full regarding convenience estab-
lishments in the ocenfront properties. On motion of Mrs. Antiles, seconded
by Mr. McKeehan and unanimously voted
Ordinance No. 280
was passed on final reading. Mr. Bercuson of the Singapore Hotel inquired
about sundry stores in the hotel. Mayor Sherman said that all business
establishments now operating in hotels were not changed. Ms. Wetterer in-
quired about shops operating in the Harbour House, as they were not included
in the ordinance. Mr. Sherman said they were covered under this ordinance.
Ms. Wetterer read an ordinance in full setting up new permit fees for
building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical permits. On motion of Mrs.
Antiles, seconded by Mr. Laikin, and unanimously voted
Ordinance No. 281
was adopted on final reading.
The Village Clerk read an ordinance in full providing that parking
violations be cited on Dade County Tickets. On motion of Mr. McKeehan,
seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimous]yvoted,
Ordinance No. 282
was adopted on final reading.
Mayor Sherman read a proposed ordinance by title which would allow the
electorate to amend the Charter to allow the Village Manager to purchase
budgeted items up to $2,500 without council approval. On motion of Mr.
McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted the ordinance was
passed on first reading.
The Village Clerk read a proposed ordinance by title setting up the ballot
language to permit the council to cancel the August council meeting. On motion
of Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted the ordinance
was passed on first reading.
Mr. Sherman explained that we had a request from•the Singapore Hotel to
allow them to serve liquor at pool -side bars before 1:00 P.M. on Sundays.
During discussion on the proposed ordinance the possibility of inclement
weather and serving inside was considered. It was the consensus of opinion
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that the ordinance should be amended to permit liquor to be served at
11:00 A.M. at any location in the Village on Sunday. Chief Baquero
said he had no objections to the earlier serving hours. On motion
of Mrs. Antiles, seconded by Mr. Laikin and unanimously voted the
ordinance, as amended was passed on first reading.
Mr. Weiss presented
Resolution No. 313
requesting the village attorney to draw an ordinance setting up the
ballot language to allow ordinances to be read by title only for
final reading. On motion of Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and
voted the resolution was passed.
The Village Clerk read an ordinance by title which stated the ballot
question allowing the electorate to change the Charter to allow ordinances
to be read by title only before final adoption. On motion of Mr. McKeehan,
seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted the ordinance was passed on
first reading.
The Village Manager said that Ludovici and Orange have prepared the bid
document for the jogging path and she would like permission to advertise for
bids. Mr. McKeehan said he wants to know what our additional liability costs
would be before bids are taken. Mrs. Miller said she would check on our lia-
bility cost. It was moved by Mrs. Antiles, seconded by Mr. Laikin and unani-
mosuly voted that the Manager be authorized to advertise for bids for the jogg-
ing path.
Mayor Sherman said the police department should enforce the fine for
fishing from the rocks at the jetty and also the littering law. The village
should post clear signs regarding these violations. Chief Baquero said that
to enforce the littering law an officer would have to witness the litter being
created.
Mr. McKeehan said that there is a mass of green scum in the Yacht Basin.
The Village Manager said she would check into this.
Mrs. Miller said she had received three bids for the generator -hook up
to supply power to the public works building and water pumps. The bids were re-
viewed with George Desharnais and the engineers. It is recommended that the
bid of Jabalco Electric, Inc. in the amount of $16,980 be accepted. On
motion of Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted Jabalco
Electric was awarded the contract for the hook-up of the generator.
Mr. Kelly, Finance Director, reviewed the nine months operating state-
ments with the council. A11 accounts are in order and revenues are running
a little ahead. Due to the sewer pump failure and projected additional costs
it may be necessary to raise sewer rates. In the general fund budget for next
year we are considering placing a utility tax on Peoples Gas System in order
to meet increased expenses, also a user fee for garbage pick-up. Our account-
ants, Arthur Andersen are sending someone out to study the garbage fee. It
was moved by Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and unanimously voted that
a 6% utility tax be levied on gas bills. It was moved by Mrs. Antiles, seconded
by Mr. McKeehan and unanimously voted to file the operating statements for audit.
Mr. Bob Maute from the Fairfield Manor said there are a bunch of un-
sightly flags, etc. at the Regency. Mr. Sherman said we would check it out.
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Mayor Sherman said that a year ago the council selected a new Manager.
For the past year he has been in the office every day and found her dedicated.
and working long hours. Bal Harbour is fortunate to have Mrs. Miller as Manager.
Mr. Sherman informed the council that the Budget Committee suggested that
the pay scale should be reviewed by the council. He explained the pay scale
and said the council should work out what is fair and reasonable. Mr.
Kelly said raises in the proposed budget were figured at 4% for all em-
ployees. It was agreed by the council that Mrs. Miller would receive a
flat $2,000 raise in the next budget. Mr. Sherman also said that Mrs. Miller
will also share in the employees Holiday bonus, provided by the taxpayers.
Mrs. Miller said it is nice to be here.
Mrs. Miller said the ordinance covering the zoning changes for the
residential section would be ready for the next meeting. Mayor Sherman
said that the Beautification Committee will review plans submitted for
aesthetics and wishes to appoint a committee to approve plans. He appointed
Ralph Cades, Doris Hastings, the Building Official and Village Manager.
It was moved by Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and voted that the
committee appointments be approved.
Mrs. Miller announced that the Budget Committee would meet on August
fourth; Public Hearings on the proposed 1986-87 Budgets will be held at
5:05 P.M. September 4th and September llth, 1986. A Newsletter is being
prepared and will be sent out in September.
On motion of Mr. Laikin, seconded by Mrs. Al iles, and voted the
meeting was adjourned at 12:00 noon.
Attest:
Village Clerk
July 29, 1986
LWor
COUNCIL MINUTES
August 26, 1986
The Council of Bal Harbour Village met Tuesday, August 26, 1986 at
9:30 A.M. in the Village Hall.
Present: Mrs. Antiles, Messrs. Laikin, McKeehan, Sherman and Taplin.
Also present: Louise Miller, Village Managers Mary Wetterer, Village
Clerk, and Richard Weiss, Village Attorney.
On motion of Mr. McKeehan, seconded by Mrs. Antiles and voted the
minutes of July 29, 1986 were approved as submitted.
Mrs. Miller introduced Officer Scott Higginbotham, the Villages'
newest police office and mentioned that he had recently graduated from the
Police Academy with honors.
August 26, 1986