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COUNCIL MINUTES
APRIL 28, 1987 REGULAR MEETING
The regular monthly meeting of the Bal Harbour Village
Council was held on Tuesday, April 28, 1987 at the Village Hall.
The meeting was called to order at 9:35 a.m. by Mayor Richard H.
Olsen and the roll was called. Those present were:
Mayor Richard H. Olsen
Asst. Mayor Estelle Stern
Councilman Sol M. Taplin
Absent: Councilman James E. Boggess
Also present: Louise K. Miller, Village Manager
Richard J. Weiss, Village Attorney
Carole S. Morris, Village Clerk
Approval of Minutes: A motion was offered by Mr. Taplin to
approve the minutes of the March 31, 1987 Regular Meeting, April
13, 1987 Workshop Meeting, April 20, 1987 Induction and Special
Meetings, with following corrections: the March 31, 1987 minutes
should be amended to reflect that Mayor Sherman adjourned the
meeting without benefit of a motion to that affect; the April 20
Special Meeting minutes should indicate that Mr. Santucci was
given the opportunity to speak during consideration of "other
business" but did not remain to do so. This motion was seconded
by Asst. Mayor Stern. There being no other changes or
corrections the minutes were approved as amended (3-0).
Presentations: Mayor Olsen recognized Police Chief Robert
Baquero to present the certificate for "Officer of the Month" for
the month of March 1987 to Officer Glenn Grundy. Officer Grundy
was recognized for his efforts in revamping the property room
storage system, updating training records for police officers,
and obtaining clarification as to enforcement of laws on the
jetty. In addition to the certificate, Mayor Olsen presented
Officer Grundy with a check in the amount of $100, on behalf of
the Village.
Mayor Olsen also noted that, due to traffic enforcement
efforts by the Police Department, the Village has, at the 6 month
point, received almost the entire amount of revenues budgeted
for fines for the entire fiscal year.
Resolutions - WASA Agreement: Mrs. Miller explained that
the Resolution before the Council would authorize the Village to
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enter into a contract with Bay Harbor Islands, Indian Creek and
Miami -Dade Water and Sewer. This contract provides for the
construction of a water line across Broad Causeway to service the
three communities. It is anticipated that this contract will
result in a cost savings - due primarily to the elimination of a
40% transmission charge currently being paid Miami Beach for
service. No change in quality or service is expected. Mr. Weiss
requested that the Resolution and the contract be amended to call
for execution by the Village Manager rather than the Mayor. A
motion was offered by Mr. Taplin to adopt the Resolution thereby
approving execution of the contract and seconded by Asst. Mayor
Stern. There being no discussion the motion carried unanimously
(3-0).
RESOLUTION NO. 331
RESOLUTION OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE AUTHORIZING
THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT
WITH THE TOWN OF BAY HARBOR ISLANDS, INDICAN
CREEK VILLAGE, AND METROPOLITAN DADE COUNTY
TO FURNISH WATER SERVICE TO THESE
COMMUNITIES; RPOVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
Reports and Recommendations - Mayor and Council: Mr. Taplin
reported on the Committee meeting, chaired by him, of the
Committee appointed at the previous meeting to investigate the
retention of a firm to perform a management study of each of the
Village departments. They urged that the cost of solid waste
disposal be returned to the ad valorem tax in the next fiscal
year. The Committee recommended that such a study be tabled a
this time and reconsidered after the Council has been in office
longer. A motion was offered by Asst. Mayor Stern to accept the
recommendation of the Committee and seconded by Mr. Taplin.
There being no discussion the motion carried unopposed (3-0).
Reports and Recommendations -
introduced Mr. Alan L. Gabriel, a
Gabriel is the former City Attorney
along with Ms. Karns (also present
Weiss on Village matters.
Village Attorney: Mr. Weiss
member of his firm. Mr.
for Boca Raton. Mr. Gabriel,
will be working with Mr.
Reports and Recommendations - Village Manager: Mrs. Miller
reported on the Beautification Committee Meeting, held on
Wednesday, April 22, 1987. The previous Council had been
involved in the establishment of a mini -park on the parcel of
land located just north of the Sun Bank. These plans included a
long-term lease of the parking spaces north of the bank to the
bank in exchange for a contribution to fund the park. In
accordance with this, the Beautification Committee had begun the
process of screening designs. Mrs. Miller requested that the
Council clarify their position with respect to this park. Should
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plans proceed? Mr. Taplin inquired as to the costs and financing
of this park. Mrs. Miller explained that the DOT will contribute
approximately $26,000; the Sun Bank will contribute between
$150,000 and $200,000; with the remaining funding coming from the
Resort Tax Fund of the Village. Both of the designs review thus
far, place the cost of the park at $150,000 - though this figure
is quite negotiable as no firm plans have been made to date. Any
art or sculpture would be at additional cost. Mr. Taplin
expressed support for the project, noting that with no sculpture
or art work the project could be accomplished at little or no
cost to the Village. Mr. Weiss explained that his firm has been
proceeding with legal work relating to obtaining a title and deed
to this property. Also, representing the Village in negotiations
with Sun Bank. Mr. Sidney Feldman, 9801 Collins Avenue, reminded
the Council that also on this parcel is the Village's sewer
pumping station. Any plans must allow for maintenance of this
station. Mr. Bob Maute, 9800 Collins Avenue, noted that these
are the only municipal parking spaces in this area. He expressed
the opinion that they should be retained. Mayor Olsen stating
that this area is really more of a pass-thru or walkway than a
park, suggested that since a plan relating to additional lighting
of Collins Avenue is under discussion, this area should be
considered in conjunction with that plan. A motion was offered
by Asst. Mayor Stern to proceed with the legal matters relating
to obtaining the property and to consider landscaping of the
parcel in conjunction with lighting Collins Avenue and seconded
by Mr. Taplin. There being no further discussion the motion
carried unopposed (3-0).
Reports and Recommendations - Village Manager: Mrs. Miller
presented, for the Council's review, the quarterly financial
statements for the Village. Overall, the Village is in good
financial shape. Revenues, particularly ad valorem taxes, have
been received early this year.
Other Business: Mary Venturi, 159 Bal Bay Drive, requested
that Council endorse the Village's participation in the May 13th
"Just Say No - Red Ribbon" Celebration. Mrs. Venturi said she
would red ribbons tied on the trees lining Collins Avenue and on
Village police cars. Mrs. Venturi stated that she, and a group
of volunteers, would assist with the preparation. Mrs. Miller
indicated her support of the project noting that it could be
easily accomplished. The Council agreed, by consensus, that the
Village should participate in this event.
Mrs. Miller reminded those present of the May 19th Council
Workshop session to hear the recommendations of Harland
Bartholomew relating to ocean front zoning.
Mayor Olsen reiterated the Council's earlier request that a
complete review of maintenance of the jogging path be completed.
Any recommendations, including placing wood over the sand path,
should be included. He requested that this report be completed
for the May 26th regular meeting.
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There being no further business to come before the Council,
a motion was offered by Mr. Taplin to adjourn the meeting and
seconded by Asst. Mayor Stern. The motion carried unanimously
(3-0) and the meeting adjourned at 10:10 a.m.
ATTEST:
Village Clerk