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HomeMy Public PortalAbout1988-09-14 Budget Hearing163 COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 14, 1988 - BUDGET HEARING A Budget Hearing was held by the Bal Harbour Village Council on Tuesday, September 14, 1988 at 5:15 p.m. in the Village Hall. The meeting was called to order at 5:20 p.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: Richard J. Weiss, Village Attorney Carole S. Morris, Village Clerk/Acting Village Manager II. Discussion of Millage Rate/Percentage Over Rolled -Back Rate: Mayor Olsen announced that the proposed millage rate of 3.78 exceeds the rolled -back millage rate by 3.8%. III. Discussion of Proposed Millage Rate: Mayor Olsen announced that the proposed millage rate is 3.78. No further comments were offered by Council or the public. IV. Discussion of the Proposed Budgets: Mr. Blank inquired as to the reporting of auto allowances paid by the Village. Mayor Olsen indicated that this matter is up to the election of the recipient. V. Adoption Millage Rate: A resolution adopting the millage rate of 3.78 was read, in full, by the Clerk. A motion was offered by Mr. Blank and seconded by Mr. Boggess to adopt this resolution. There being no further discussion the motion carried unanimously (5-0) thus becoming RESOLUTION NO. 365 RESOLUTION OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE ADOPTING A FINAL MILLAGE RATE FOR FISCAL YEAR 1988/89; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. VI. Adoption of Proposed Budgets/Ordinances: An ordinance was presented and read by title, by the Clerk, which would provide for adoption of the General Fund budget for 1988/89. A motion to enact this ordinance was offered by Mr. Taplin and seconded by Mrs. Stern. There being no further discussion the motion carried unanimously (5-0) ORDINANCE OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE PERIOD OF OCTOBER 1, 1988 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 1989 IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,393,112; AUTHORIZING EXPENDITURES; ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 164 An ordinance was then presented for first reading and read by the Clerk, by title, which would provide for adoption of a Water Fund budget for 1988/89. A motion to enact the ordinance was offered by Mrs. Stern and seconded by Mr. Boggess. There being no discussion the motion carried unanimously (5-0) ORDINANCE OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE WATER DEPARTMENT FOR THE PERIOD OF OCTOBER 1 , 1988 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 1989 IN THE AMOUNT OF $615,053; AUTHORIZING EXPENDITURES; ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. An ordinance was presented for first reading and read by title, by the Clerk, which would provide for adoption of the Sewer Fund budget for 1988/89. Mr. Boggess inquired as to when sewer rates would be considered. Mrs. Morris explained that a resolution adopting sewer rates would be considered at the September 20, 1988 regular meeting. A motion to enact the ordinance was then offered by Mrs. Stern and seconded by Mr. Taplin. There being no discussion the motion carried unanimously (5-0) thus becoming ORDINANCE OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE SANITARY SEWER DEPARTMENT FOR THE PERIOD OF OCTOBER 1, 1988 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 1989 IN THE AMOUNT OF $816,597; AUTHORIZING EXPENDITURES; ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Finally, an ordinance was presented for first reading and read by title by the Clerk which would provide for adoption of the Tourism Fund budget for 1988/89. A motion to adopt the ordinance was offered by Mrs. Stern and seconded by Mr. Blank. Discussion of the Tourism Fund budget, as proposed, then ensued. Mr. Taplin stated that he felt the $25,000 contribution to the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau (hereafter, GMCVB) was insufficient and expressed support for a larger contribution. He stated that previously funds had been required for renourishment and restoration of the beaches, however, the beaches are now in good condition. Mr. Robert Hamel and Mr. Herb Kaplan, of the Sheraton Bal Harbour, both spoke in favor of a larger contribution to the GMCVB, noting that leads have increased from 38 a year ago to 162 this year and that room nights have increased to 18,000 - 20,000. Moreover, they added that a strong convention bureau is essential to the success of the community. Mr. Blank queried Mr. Taplin as to the reason for his support of the GMCVB suggesting that it might stem from new business interests. Mr. Taplin refuted this claim. Mayor Olsen noted that the contribution had been reduced one year ago and the GMCVB, at that time, challenged to produce demonstrable results. No such results - or attention - has been received prior to September 14, 1988 - Budget Hearing 2 165 budget time. Mr. Stan Whitman, of the Bal Harbour Shops, stated that the Resort Tax Committee had recommended a contribution of $175,000 to the GMCVB. Both Mr. Larry Cliff, of the Sea View, and Mr. Bernie Burke, of the Singapore, also spoke in favor of the GMCVB. After some further discussion, a compromise solution was reached. The Village will terminate the services of representatives David Green and David Smart, utilizing these funds, instead, to support the GMCVB. Additional funds, as required to provide a contribution of $75,000 (total) would be taken from the special events budget. A motion to amend the ordinance to reflect this compromise was offered by Mr. Boggess and seconded by Mr. Taplin. The motion carried unanimously (5- 0). A motion to enact the amended ordinance was offered by Mrs. Stern and seconded by Mr. Boggess. There being no further discussion this motion also carried unanimously (5-0) ORDINANCE OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM FOR THE PERIOD OF OCTOBER 1, 1988 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 1989 IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,024,000; AUTHORIZING EXPENDITURES; ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. It was suggested by Mr. Whitman, and the Council concurred, that every effort should be made to ensure that Bal Harbour Village be represented on the Executive Committee. A resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute the Interlocal Agreement, relative to the GMCVB, reflecting the $75,000 contribution was approved at this time. RESOLUTION NO. 365(A) RESOLUTION OF BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO REPRESENT THE VILLAGE IN DISCUSSIONS WITH THE GREATER MIAMI CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU AND TO EXECUTE THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. VII. Other Business: Mr. Boggess requested that the minutes of this meeting be forwarded to Mr. Kirkland. VIII. Adjourn: A motion to adjourn the meeting was offered by Mr. Boggess and seconded by Mrs. Stern. The motion carried unanimously and the meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m. Mayo -., 4 /J %. ATTEST: illage Clerk September 14, 1988 - Budget Hearing 3