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HomeMy Public PortalAbout1987-12-15 Regular Meeting102 COUNCIL MINUTES DECEMBER 15, 1987 - REGULAR MEETING The regular monthly meeting of the Bal Harbour Village Council was held on Tuesday, December 15, 1987 in the Village Hall. The meeting was called to order at 9:32 a.m. by Mayor Richard H. Olsen and the roll was called. Those present were: Mayor Richard H. Olsen Asst. Mayor Estelle Stern Councilman Matthew B. Blank Councilman James E. Boggess Councilman Sol M. Taplin Also present: Louise K. Miller, Village Manager Richard J. Weiss, Village Attorney Carole S. Morris, Village Clerk As a quorum was found to be present the meeting was commenced. II. Approval of Minutes: A motion was offered by Mrs. Stern and seconded by Mr. Blank to waive the reading of the November 17, 1987 regular meeting minutes and accept the minutes as submitted. There being no changes or corrections the motion carried unanimously (5-0). A motion was then offered by Mrs. Stern and seconded by Mr. Boggess to waive the reading of the November 30, 1987 workshop meeting and accept the minutes as submitted. There being no change or corrections the motion carried unanimously (5-0). III. Public Hearing: The next agenda item was the public hearing approving the Sun Bank plat and the vacation and closure of the rights -of -way. Mr. Weiss reported that certain legal and title issues had arisen and requested the Council continue this public hearing until one week from today. Mayor Olsen opened the public hearing on this matter. A motion was offered by Mrs. Stern and seconded by Mr. Taplin to continue the public hearing until Tuesday, December 22, 1987 at 9:30 a.m. In response to questioning by the Council, Mr. Weiss explained that the specific area of concern is the east parking spaces along Collins Avenue across from the Sheraton. It had been assumed that these spaces were owned by Sun Bank, however, further information indicates that these spaces are, by operation of law, owned by the Bank subject to the easement. It was noted that no taxes have been paid on this property. Mayor Olsen then called the question and the motion carried unanimously (5-0). The public hearing was thus continued to December 22, 1987 at 9:30 a.m. IV.A. Ordinances - Second Reading: No ordinances were presented for second reading. IV.B. Ordinances - First Reading: An ordinance was read, by the Clerk by title only, providing for expiration of variances 104 and providing procedures for extension of variances. Mrs. Miller reported that administration recommends approval of this ordinance. There being no objections the ordinance was approved on first reading: ORDINANCE OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE AMENDING APPENDIX A, SECTION 11-4 OF THE BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE CODE PROVIDING FOR THE EXPIRATION OF VARIANCES; PROVIDING PROCEDURES FOR EXTENSION OF VARIANCES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The Village Clerk then read, by title, an ordinance deferred from the previous meeting providing for various changes in the ocean front zoning code. An amended (alternate) ordinance was also presented for the Council's consideration. The major difference in the two versions is that the amended ordinance would prohibit cabanas being located in the side setback areas. Mr. Taplin expressed concern that the ordinances being considered varied significantly from the recommendations offered by Harland Bartholomew. He suggested another workshop session be held to reconsider this matter. Mrs. Stern noted that the only item different than the Harland Bartholomew recommendations is the change in setbacks on the 400' lot which instead would be 45% across the board for all lot sizes. After some further discussion, it was agreed that an amended ordinance would be prepared for the January meeting. The amendments will include the following: item k.6.a. will read 27.5%; item k.6.b. will refer to side lot lines; item k.7. will be reinserted and read 55' instead of 40'. V. Resolutions: A resolution was read, in full, calling on the Florida Pari-Mutuel Commission to grant Hialeah Race Track the second winter racing period for 1988-89. A motion was offered by Mr. Taplin and seconded by Mr. Boggess to adopt the resolution. The motion carried unanimously (4-0 with Mr. Blank abstaining) RESOLUTION NO. 342 RESOLUTION OF HAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA REQUESTING THE FLORIDA PARI-MUTUEL COMMISSION TO GRANT THE SECOND WINTER RACING PERIOD FOR THE 1988-89 WINTER THOROUGHBRED SEASON TO HIALEAH RACETRACK. VI.A. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: MAYOR AND COUNCIL: Mr. Boggess expressed concern that the sign being constructed at the Bal Harbour Tower sign was not in conformance with the variance granted by the Council. Mr. Boggess recalled the variance as permitting the sign to be no more than 3 feet from the ground whereas the resolution read 3-4 feet. Mr. Weiss instructed the Clerk to review the tapes of that meeting and work with the Building Official to ensure proper enforcement. 107 VI.B. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: VILLAGE ATTORNEY: None. VI.C.1. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: VILLAGE MANAGER: Approval was requested of Purchase Order 2254 for a taping system for the Council chamber. The system, installation and a one year service contract would be purchased from Business Information Systems, Inc. for a total of $2,623.50. Funds were included in the present budget for this purchase under account 001.519.640. A motion was offered by Mr. Taplin and seconded by Mr. Boggess to approve this purchase. There being no discussion the motion carried unanimously (5-0). VI.C.2.: Mrs. Miller reported that due to circumstances beyond the Village's control, repairs to the groins would delayed until April or May of 1988. This delay will not affect funding from the Florida Inland Navigation District as long as work is completed by 9/30/88. VI.C.3.: Mrs. Miller outlined the Gala Bal Harbour fashion event slated for January 16, 1988. Ticket sales are being handled directly by the charity, the University of Miami School of Medicine. VI.C.4.: Mrs. Miller reported that the garbage pickup schedule will remain as usual during the holiday season. Additionally, Mrs. Miller noted that the annual employee's Christmas luncheon will be held on Thursday, December 24, 1987 at 11:00 a.m. at the Village Hall. The Council is invited to attend. Mr. Taplin, noting that Mrs. Miller is not included in the employees' holiday fund offered a motion that Mrs. Miller be given a bonus of one -weeks salary. The motion was seconded by Mr. Boggess and carried unanimously (5-0). VI.C.5.: Mrs. Miller noted that a grant, in the amount of $11,598.00, has been received from the Department of Community Affairs to defray costs related to the Comprehensive Plan. VII. Other Business: Mrs. Miller introduced Officer Thomas Burke, newly employed by the Village. Mayor Olsen welcomed Officer Burke on behalf of the Council. Mrs. Miller reported that, pursuant to the last meeting, she had met with Councilman Blank and Bob Hale of Harte Hanks cable television. Harte Hanks has agreed to bury the cables inside the Village and supplied the required insurance coverage. In accordance with the Council's direction at the workshop meeting on November 30, 1987, Mrs. Miller reported that she has contacted several space planners regarding renovation of Village Hall. Mr. Charles Borneham, 39 Camden Drive, was then recognized. Mr. Borneham noted that sewer bills for the Shops are based on consumption whereas other categories are charged on a flat rate basis. Mr. Borneham called on the Council to bill all Village 108 sewer accounts on a consumption basis. After some further discussion, Finance Officer John Kelly was directed to review the feasibility of billing the entire Village on a consumption basis for sewer account and to report back no later than the February Council meeting. Mr. Herb Sugarman, 9801 Collins Avenue, called that Council's attention to the problems encountered by pedestrians in front of the Sheraton Bal Harbour. It seems that cars are blocking the sidewalk and stacking up into the driveway making it difficult for pedestrians to traverse this area. Mr. Boggess pointed out that vehicles cannot assess oncoming traffic without pulling into the sidewalk area. Mayor Olsen indicated that the Sheraton has agreed to install a flashing light which should aid in resolving this problem. Mr. Sidney Feldman, 9801 Collins, explained that his building is considering installation of a mirror to assist drivers in exiting the building. Mr. Desharnais reported that the Bal Harbour Club has reduced this problem by moving their hedges back 30' from the street. Mayor Olsen suggested the Village Manager write to the property owners along Collins Avenue requesting that they remove shrubbery which obscures the view of drivers, if cooperation is not achieved, an ordinance to this'effect may be required. VIII. Adjourn: There being no further business a motion was offered by Mr. Boggess and seconded by Mrs. Stern to adjourn the meeting. The motion carried unanimously and the meeting adjourned at 11:10 a.m. ATTEST: � I,i UXC (1.5 -ak illage Clerk May6r�v7 /