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MINUTES
OF THE MONROE COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Regular Meeting
Board of County Commissioners
Wednesday, October 21, 1998
Key West, Florida
A Regular Meeting of the Monroe County Board of County
Commissioners convened at 9:00 A.M., on the above date, at the
Harvey Government Center at Historic Truman School. Present and
answering to roll call were Commissioner Keith Douglass,
Commissioner Shirley Freeman, Commissioner Wilhelmina Harvey,
Commissioner Mary Kay Reich and Mayor Jack London. Also present
were Danny L. Kolhage, Clerk; Isabel C. DeSantis, Deputy Clerk;
County Attorney; James Roberts, County Administrator; County
Staff, members of the Press and Radio; and the general pUblic.
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All stood for the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
ADDITIONS, CORRECTIONS, DELETIONS
Motion was made by Commissioner Harvey and seconded by
Commissioner Douglass granting approval of Additions,
Corrections, and Deletions to the Agenda. Motion carried
unanimously.
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS
Presentation of Employee of the Month Award to Linvel
Hunt, Landscape Specialist, Facilities Maintenance Department,
Public Works Division.
Presentation of Years of Service Award to Jacob
Humbert, Carpenter, Facilities Maintenance Department, Public
Works Division.
Presentation of Years of Service Award to Beth Leto,
Executive Administrator, Public Works Division.
Presentation of Years of Service Award to Dent Pierce,
Division Director, Public Works Division.
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Presentation of Years of Service Award to James McDill,
Environmental Specialist I, Household Hazardous Waste Section,
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Solid Waste Management Division.
Presentation of Years of Service Award to Gloria
(Jeanie) chancey, Administrative Assistance, Social Services.
Presentation of Years of Service Award to Susan
Hawxhurst, Senior Administrator, Welfare Program, Social
Services.
Presentation of Years of Service Award to Penny Rice ,
Office Manager, County Attorney's Office.
Presentation of Award to US 1 Radio 104.7/Conch PM for
service to citizens during and after Hurricane Georges.
Presentation of Mayor's Proclamation observing National
Physical Therapy month for October, 1998.
Presentation of Mayor's Proclamation observing A Week
of Celebration for the Key West and Great White Heron National
wildlife Refuges.
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Presentation of Mayor's Proclamation observing October,
1998 as Domestic Violence Awareness month.
The Board accepted a plaque from City Electric System
in recognition of Monroe County's service to citizens during and
after Hurricane Georges.
Pete Myers of the Florida Keys Council for People with
Disabilities made a brief presentation.
BULK APPROVALS
Board granted approval and authorized execution of the
a Contract Renewal Agreement between Monroe County and Windswept
AIC & Appliances for central a/c repair - Middle Key facilities,
in an amount not to exceed $15,000 per year (no price increase).
Board granted approval to award bid and enter into a
Contract between Monroe County and Sub Zero, Inc. for the
preventative maintenance of the York and Carrier Systems located
at the Monroe County Courthouse Annex-Old Jail section in the
amount of $1,656 per year for the York System and $1,890 per year
for the Carrier System, and authorization for the Mayor to
execute Contract for same.
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Board granted approval of award of bid and authorized
execution of a Contract Agreement between Monroe County and L&N
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Dependable Janitorial, Inc. for janitorial service at the
Plantation Key Government complex, in the amount of $30,000 per
year/$2,500 per month.
Board granted approval to rescind existing Lease
Agreement between Monroe County and Deputy Glenn Shipe to reside
in the trailer located on Harry Harris Park, effective September
30, 1998. The Board also authorized the Mayor to execute a Lease
Agreement between Monroe County and a Deputy Sheriff appointed by
Sheriff Rick Roth.
County
amounts
price.
Board accepted report on Change Orders approved by
Administrator for construction project contracts in
not to exceed $25,000 or 5% of the original contract
Subject Change Orders are as follows:
the
Change Order No. 1 for the Lester Building Enclosure,
in the amount of $4,084.62 with D.L. Porter
Construction, Inc.
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Change Order No.2, for the Courthouse Annex, County
Attorney Renovation, in the amount of $5,300 with D.L.
Porter Construction, Inc.
Board granted approval to enter into a Street Lighting
Agreement between Monroe County and Florida Power & Light to
install street lighting at Card Sound Road Toll Booth.
Board granted approval to negotiate and enter into a
Contract between Monroe County and Florida Keys Aqueduct
Authority, and B & L Beneway, Inc., for construction of culverts
in Jolly Rogers Estates SUbdivision, pending legal review.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a
Letter of Intent between Monroe County and BellSouth
Telecommunications, Inc. and Sprint-Florida, Inc. to implement
the Enhanced 911 Emergency Service System for Monroe County.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of
Renewal Agreement between Municipal Services Taxing District 6
(Key Largo) and Physio Control Corporation, extending the current
agreement for an additional one (1) year term, in the total
amount of $4,686.
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Agreement between Monroe County and Sands of the Keys, Inc., to
lease a Canon 2120 Copier with Console for use at the Key Largo
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Fire station for a 48 month period at a total cost of $95.00 a
month, plus an additional $80.40 for Customer Block Service for a
total of $175.40 per month.
Board granted approval to remove surplus equipment from
inventory, and advertise for bids or disposal. Said schedule is
incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval to submit Part II of the Fiscal
Year 99 Solid Waste Recycling and Education Grant Application to
Florida Department Environmental Protection.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of PSO
No. 97/98-18 between Monroe County and URS Greiner, Inc. to
prepare plans and specifications for environmental mitigation at
the Key West International Airport, including removal of a sewer
line road.
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of
Joint Participation Agreement No. 1 between Monroe County and the
State of Florida Department of Transportation to fund the
Access/Service Road at the Marathon Airport, Contract No. AF 765.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of
Joint Participation Agreement No. 5 between Monroe County and the
State of Florida Department of Transportation to fund Planning
Studies for the Key West and Marathon Airports, Contract No. AA
828.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a
Joint Participation Agreement between Monroe County and the State
of Florida Department of Transportation to fund Runway/Taxiway
Project at the Key West International Airport, Contract No. AG
177.
Board granted approval of award of bid to Rovel
Construction, Inc., for construction of the Air Rescue
Firefighting Building, access and parking, and electrical vault
at the Key West International Airport and approval for the Mayor
to execute forthcoming construction contract upon review and
approval of the County Attorney.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of
Purchase Service Order No. 97/98-24 for construction phase
services for the Airport Rescue Firefighting Building and
electrical vault, including access and parking at the Key West
International Airport.
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Board granted approval of Republic Parking System's
operating budget for parking lot management at the Key West
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International Airport, for the period of November 1, 1998 through
October 31, 1999.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of US-
951 Rate Agreement between Monroe County and the Alliance for
Aging, Inc. for 1998-1999.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a
Public Transportation Joint Participation Agreement between
Monroe County and the state of Florida Department of
Transportation to provide one bus (body on chassis) to transport
the elderly and the disabled, Contract No. AG220
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a
Senior service Employment Program (SCSEP) Modification of
Subgrant Budget to increase funding by $8,068. Subgrant No. D-
6134-7-00-81-55-12.
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of
Amendment #002 to the 1998 Older Americans Act Contract #KG851
between Monroe County and the Alliance for Aging, Inc.
Board granted approval to close the libraries on
November 28, 1998 and November 27, 1999, the Saturdays after
Thanksgiving; December 26, 1998, the Saturday after Christmas;
January 2, 1999, the Saturday after New Year's Day; and April 3,
1999, the Saturday after Good Friday.
Board adopted the following Resolution authorizing
execution of an Agreement between Monroe County and Arnold's
Towing in the amount of $1,820 for the emergency removal of
DV03A2700 located off of South Roosevelt Boulevard, Key West.
RESOLUTION NO. 395-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval of the Project Agreement between
Monroe County and the Florida Department of Environmental
Protection - Division of Law Enforcement for Derelict Vessel
Removal for 1999, DEP Grant No. DV 98-05.
Board adopted the following Resolution authorizing an
allocation from the Boating Improvement Fund in the amount of
$2,000 for the emergency replacement of Channel marker #2
Bonefish Bay, Marathon and authorized execution of a Contract
Agreement between Monroe County and Spirit Marine Towing &
Assistance for same.
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RESOLUTION NO. 396-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of a
Project Agreement between Monroe County and the Florida
Department of Environmental Protection - Division of Law
Enforcement for Channel Marking/Boating Restricted Area Projects
for 1999, DEP Agreement No. SWPP98-13.
Board granted approval of a Declaration of Emergency
and Waiver of Purchasing Policies and Procedures; adoption of the
following Resolution; and execution of a Contract Agreement
between Monroe County and Arnold's Towing for the emergency
removal of derelict vessels and surrounding debris located in the
nearshore waters of the lower Keys that are a direct result of
Hurricane Georges.
RESOLUTION NO. 397-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval to advertise for solicitation
for Security Services for Duck Key Security District, Marathon,
Florida.
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Board granted approval to pay a $45,960 renewal premium
for auto physical damage and portable equipment insurance for
fire/rescue and EMS vehicles.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of the
following Fiscal Year 1999 Human Service Provider Contracts:
The Greater Miami and Keys American Red Cross, in the
amount of $24,882.00
Big Brothers-Big sisters of Monroe County, Florida, in
the amount of $20,911.00
Care Center for Mental Health of the Lower Keys, Inc.,
in the amount of $213,616.00
Domestic Abuse Shelter, Inc., in the amount of
$22,891.00
Florida Keys Children's Shelter, Inc., in the amount of
$26,569.00
Florida Keys Outreach Coalition, Inc., in the amount of
$7,962.00
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Guidance Clinic of the Middle Keys, Inc., in the amount
of $498,900.00
Guidance Clinic of the Upper Keys, Inc., in the amount
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of $87,444.00
Help Line, Inc., in the amount of $20,901.00
U. S. Fellowship of Florida, Inc., (The Heron), in the
amount of $24,882.00
Hospice of the Florida Keys, Inc., in the amount of
$49,764.00
Literacy Volunteers of America - Monroe County, Inc.,
in the amount of $10,000.00
Monroe Association for Retarded Citizens, in the amount
of $30,550.00
Wesley House, in the amount of $24,882.00
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of
certificates of Acceptance for the Fiscal Year 1999 Anti-Drug
Abuse Grant Award and Sub-Contracts between Monroe County and the
Florida Department of Community Affairs with the following
implementing Agencies:
Program Administration II, Grant No.: 99-CJ-9M-11-54-
01-084, in the amount of $19,000.00
The Heron Residential Program for Dual-Diagnosed
Adults II, in the amount of $44,128.00
Inmate Intervention Program II, in the amount of
$112,193.00
Juvenile Community Intervention Program II, in the
amount of $51,445.33
Sunshine House, Transitional Housing for Recovering
Work Ready Homeless Men - III, in the amount of
$53,984.00
Teenline Crisis Intervention and Referral Hotline II,
in the amount of $25,953.00
Board granted approval and authorized execution of the
following Fiscal Year 1999 Youth Club Agreements:
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Big pine Key Athletic Association, Inc., in the amount
of $18,000.00
Boys and Girls Club of the Keys Area, Inc., in the
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amount of $53,600.00
Heart of the Keys Recreation Association, Inc., in the
amount of $18,000.00
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Transfer of Funds. (OMB Schedule Item Number 1)
RESOLUTION NO. 398-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Transfer of Funds. (OMB Schedule Item Number 2)
RESOLUTION NO. 399-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Transfer of Funds. (OMB Schedule Item Number 3)
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RESOLUTION NO. 400-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Transfer of Funds. (OMB Schedule Item Number 4)
RESOLUTION NO. 401-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Transfer of Funds. (OMB Schedule Item Number 5)
RESOLUTION NO. 402-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Transfer of Funds. (OMB Schedule Item Number 6)
RESOLUTION NO. 403-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Transfer of Funds. (OMB Schedule Item Number 7)
RESOLUTION NO. 404-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
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Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Schedule Item Number 8)
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RESOLUTION NO. 405-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Schedule Item Number 9)
RESOLUTION NO. 406-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Schedule Item Number 10)
RESOLUTION NO. 407-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Schedule Item Number 11)
RESOLUTION NO. 408-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
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Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Schedule Item Number 12)
RESOLUTION NO. 409-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Schedule Item Number 13)
RESOLUTION NO. 410-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopteQ the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Schedule Item Number 14)
RESOLUTION NO. 411-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Schedule Item Number 15)
RESOLUTION NO. 412-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Schedule Item Number 16)
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RESOLUTION NO. 413-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
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Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. COMB Schedule Item Number 17)
RESOLUTION NO. 414-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. COMB Sch~dule Item Number 18)
RESOLUTION NO. 415-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. COMB Schedule Item Number 19)
RESOLUTION NO. 416-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. COMB Schedule Item Number 20)
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RESOLUTION NO. 417-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. COMB Schedule Item Number 21)
RESOLUTION NO. 418-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Transfer of Funds. COMB Schedule Item Number 22)
RESOLUTION NO. 419-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board ratified the Vegetative Waste Incineration
Agreement signed by Mayor London between Monroe County and Rudy
Krause and Sons of Florida, Inc.
Board ratified the Vegetative Waste Incineration
Agreement signed by Mayor London between Monroe County and
Toppino's Inc.
Board granted approval to waive rent payments for the
trailer located at Sombrero Beach until the trailer is repaired,
to pro-rate the rent once the trailer is habitable, and to apply
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the trailer can be occupied due to damage by Hurricane Georges.
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of an
emergency Contract between Monroe County and Mike O'Dell
Construction for the interior repairs at the Cudjoe Key Sheriff's
station.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an
emergency Contract between Monroe County and Rovel Construction,
Inc. for repairs at the Big pine Key Volunteer Fire Station, and
the Big pine Key Tax Collector's Office.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an
emergency Contract between Monroe County and Laumar Roofing
South, Inc. for the emergency re-roofing at the Key West
Courthouse Annex.
Board adopted the following Resolution amending
Resolution No. 356-1998. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 1)
RESOLUTION NO. 420-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
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Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Transfer of Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 2 )
RESOLUTION NO. 421-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 3)
RESOLUTION NO. 422-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 4)
RESOLUTION NO. 423-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Transfer of Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 5)
RESOLUTION NO. 424-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Transfer of Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 6)
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RESOLUTION NO. 425-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
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Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 7)
RESOLUTION NO. 426-1998
See Res. Book No.. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 8)
RESOLUTION NO. 427-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 9)
RESOLUTION NO. 428-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Transfer of Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 10)
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RESOLUTION NO. 429-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution amending
Resolution No. 282-1998. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 11)
RESOLUTION NO. 430-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Transfer of Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 12)
RESOLUTION NO. 431-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 13)
RESOLUTION NO. 432-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Transfer of Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 14)
RESOLUTION NO. 433-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
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Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 15)
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RESOLUTION NO. 434-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 16)
RESOLUTION NO. 435-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 17)
RESOLUTION NO. 436-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Transfer of Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 18)
RESOLUTION NO. 437-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
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Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 19)
RESOLUTION NO. 438-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 20)
RESOLUTION NO. 439-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 21)
RESOLUTION NO. 440-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 22)
RESOLUTION NO. 441-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 23)
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RESOLUTION NO. 442-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
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Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 24)
RESOLUTION NO. 443-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 25)
RESOLUTION NO. 444-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 26)
RESOLUTION NO. 445-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 27)
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RESOLUTION NO. 446-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 28)
RESOLUTION NO. 447-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 29)
RESOLUTION NO. 448-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 30)
RESOLUTION NO. 449-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. (OMB Verbal Add-on Number 31)
RESOLUTION NO. 450-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
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TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
Board granted approval and authorized execution of the
following Funding Agreements under the Cultural Umbrella:
Key West Players, Inc., dba Waterfront Playhouse
covering the Waterfront Playhouse Theatrical Productions on May
1998 through April 1999, in an amount not to exceed $20,000 - FY
'99, two penny, allocated under the cultural umbrella.
Red Barn Actors studio, Inc., covering the Red Barn
Theatre/Live Theatre on October 1, 1998 through July 31, 1999, in
an amount not to exceed $22,400 - FY '99, two penny, allocated
under the cultural umbrella.
Marathon Community Theatre covering Marathon Community
Theatre, Inc., 1998/99 season from mid October '98 - mid May '99,
in an amount not to exceed $4,720 - FY '99, two penny, allocated
under the cultural umbrella.
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Tennessee Williams Fine Arts Center Founders Society
covering the Tennessee Williams Fine Arts Center Founders Society
Performing Arts on November 12, 1998 through March 27, 1999, in
an amount not to exceed $20,800 - FY '99, two penny, allocated
under the cultural umbrella.
Key Largo Chamber of Commerce covering the Island
Jubilee on November 15-22, 1998, in an amount not to exceed
$17,800 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under the cultural
umbrella.
Key West Council on the Arts covering the Impromptu
Concerts on November 15, 1998, December 5, 1998, January 17,
1999, January 31, 1999, February 28, 1999, March 14, 1999 and
April 11, 1999 in an amount not to exceed $1,800 - FY '99, two
penny, allocated under the cultural umbrella.
Florida Keys Renaissance Faire, Inc. to cover Pirates
In Paradise Festival on November 20-22, 1998, November 26-29,
1998 and November 12-14, 1998, in an amount not to exceed $18,427
- FY '99, two penny, allocated under the cultural umbrella.
Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce covering the 12th Annual
Island Art Fair on December 13, 1998, in an amount not to exceed
$2,400 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under the cultural
umbrella.
~ Key West writers' Workshop covering the Key West
writers' Workshop, 1998/99 Series on January 15 - April 25, 1999,
in an amount not to exceed $4,500 - FY '99, two penny, allocated
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under the cultural umbrella.
Starfire Unlimited, Inc., to cover Jazz In The Keys on
January 15-17, 1999, in an amount not to exceed $12,240 - FY '99,
two penny, allocated under the cultural umbrella.
Key West Literary Seminar covering the Seventeenth
Annual Key West Literary Seminar: The American Novel on January
7-14, 1999, in an amount not to exceed $15,000 - FY '99, two
penny, allocated under the cultural umbrella.
Florida Keys Renaissance Faire, Inc., to cover the
Florida Keys Renaissance Faire XV on January 16-18, 1999, in an
amount not to exceed $15,630 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under
the cultural umbrella.
San Pedro Women's Guild covering Art Under The Oaks on
January 16, 1999, in an amount not to exceed $4,880 - FY '99, two
penny, allocated under the cultural umbrella.
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Old Island Restoration Foundation, Inc. covering the
39th Annual (Key West (House and Garden Tours on January 22-23,
February 12-13, and February 26-27, 1999, in an amount not to
exceed $4,500 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under the cultural
umbrella.
Key West Art Center & Beneficiary: Key West Players
covering the Key West Craft Show on January 30-31, 1999, in an
amount not to exceed $2,800 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under
the cultural umbrella.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of the
following Funding Agreements under the Fishing Umbrella:
Redbone, Inc., covering the Mercury Outboards
Cheeca/Redbone on November 5-8, 1998, in an amount not to exceed
#11,000 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under the fishing
umbrella.
Islamorada Charter Boat Association covering the
Islamorada Sailfish Tournament on December 3-6, 1998, in an
amount not to exceed $3,000 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under
the fishing umbrella.
Fishing and Conservation Trust, Inc., covering the
Metropolitan South Florida Fishing Tournament's 'Mini-Met' on
December 4-5, 1998, in an amount not to exceed $5,000 - FY '99,
,- two penny, allocated under the fishing umbrella.
Tammie Gurgiold covering the Islamorada Junior Sailfish
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Tournament on December 10-12, 1998, in an amount not to exceed
$2,233 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under the fishing umbrella.
Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce covering the Lower Keys
Chamber Kingfish Tournament on December 18-20, 1998, in an amount ~
not to exceed $2,000 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under the
fishing umbrella.
Saltwater Flats Fishing Association covering the 3rd
Annual willett Marine Key West Extravaganza on January 9-10,
1999, in an amount not to exceed $2,500 - FY '99, two penny,
allocated under the fishing umbrella.
Murray Marine covering the Hogs Breath-Murray Marine
King Mackerel Tournament on January 28-31, 1999, in an amount not
to exceed $15,000 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under the
fishing umbrella.
Holiday Isle Resort & Marina covering the 14th Annual
Holiday Isle Sailfish Tournament on January 29-31, 1999, in an
amount not to exceed $3,000 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under
the fishing umbrella.
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Tammie Gurgiold covering the Islamorada Women's
Sailfish Tournament on February 4-6, 1999, in an amount not to
exceed $2,233 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under the fishing
umbrella.
James Boker covering the Islamorada All-Tackle Spring
Bonefish Tournament on March 23-26, 1999, in an amount not to
exceed $3,000 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under the fishing
umbrella.
Holiday Inn Key Largo covering the Official Offshore
State Championship/Governor's Cup 9th Annual Yamaha Holiday Inn
Key Largo Dolphin Tournament on April 23-25, 1999, in an amount
not to exceed $9,450 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under the
fishing umbrella.
Keys Classic Anglers Tournament, Inc., covering the
Texaco Key West Classic on April 28 - May 1, 1999, in an amount
not to exceed $25,000 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under the
fishing umbrella.
Habitat for Humanity of Key West and the Lower Keys,
Inc., covering the Sharks after Sharks on May 7-9, 1999, in an
amount not to exceed $4,000 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under
_ the fishing umbrella.
Marina Del Mar Resort & Marina covering the Marina Del
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Mar's Coconuts Dolphin Tournament on May 21-23, 1999 in an amount
not to exceed $14,250 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under the
fishing umbrella.
Holiday Isle Resort & Marina covering the 15th Annual
Isle Dolphin Tournament on May 28-30, 1999 in an amount not to
exceed $3,000 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under the fishing
umbrella.
Tavernier Creek Bait and Tackle covering the Tavernier
Creek Annual Dolphin Rodeo Fishing Tournament on June 4-6, 1999,
in an amount not to exceed $4,000 - FY '99, two penny, allocated
under the fishing umbrella.
Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce covering the Big pine
and Lower Keys Dolphin Tournament on June 11-13, 1999, in an
amount not to exceed $6,000 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under
the fishing umbrella.
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Key West Gator Club Corporation covering the Key West
Gator Club Scholarship Fund Dolphin Derby on June 18-20, 1999, in
an amount not to exceed $8,000 - FY '99, two penny, allocated
under the fishing umbrella.
Tom Siska covering the Gold Cup Tarpon Tournament on
June 21-25, 1999, in an amount not to exceed $2,233 - FY '99, two
penny, allocated under the fishing umbrella.
Coconut Cove Resort & Marina covering the Coconut Cove
Resort Dolphin Tournament Benefiting American Cancer Society in
The Name of Joy Bates on June 25-27, 1999, in an amount not to
exceed $3,000 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under the fishing
umbrella.
Saltwater Flats Fishing Association covering the 2nd
Annual Shallow Water Challenge on July 24-25, 1999, in an amount
not to exceed $2,000 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under the
fishing umbrella.
Redbone, Inc., covering the Mercury Outboard's S.L.A.M.
on September 10-13, 1999, in an amount not to exceed $20,000 - FY
'99, two penny, allocated under the fishing umbrella.
Saltwater Flats Fishing Association covering the 2nd
Annual IGFA Benefit Tournament on September 18-19, 1999, in an
amount not to exceed $2,000 - FY '99, two penny, allocated under
the fishing umbrella.
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Redbone, Inc., covering Little Palm Island Grand Slam
on September 21-23, 1999 in an amount not to exceed $6,000 - FY
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'99, two penny, allocated under the fishing umbrella.
Redbone, Inc., Mariner Outboard's Baybone on October 8-
10, 1999, in an amount not to exceed $13,300 - FY '99, two penny,
allocated under the fishing umbrella.
Fred Troxel covering the Mariner Outboard's Bonefishing
World Championship - Islamorada All Tackle Bonefish Tournament on
October 11-15, 1999, in an amount not to exceed $3,000 ~ FY '99,
two penny, allocated under the fishing umbrella.
Key West Fishing Tournaments, Inc., covering the Key
West and Lower Keys Fishing Tournaments on December 5, 1998 and
April 23 - December 4, 1999, in an amount not to exceed $62,000 -
FY '99, two penny, allocated under the fishing umbrella.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a
Funding Agreement between Monroe County and Premiere Racing,
Inc., to cover Yachting Key West Race Week '99 on January 17-22,
1999, in an amount not to exceed $30,000 - FY '99, third penny,
DAC I allocation.
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of an
Addendum to Agreement between Monroe County and Universal Beach
Corporation to provide beach cleaning and maintenance for
Smathers Beach, Higgs Beach, C.B. Harvey Rest Beach, Little Duck
Key, Sombrero Beach, Ann's Beach, and Harry Harris Beach to allow
an additional amount not to exceed $57,000 for such extraordinary
work that is necessary to return the beach areas to as normal
condition as possible after Hurricane Georges.
Board granted approval to waive Request for Proposal
(RFP) process that relates to Capital Projects that will be
funded out of catastrophic/emergency funds and to allow any such
permissible expenditures to be covered as of the date of
recommendation for funding by the District Advisory Committee.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Transfer of Funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 450A-1998 ~
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of a
License Agreement between Monroe County and Software Management,
Inc., for visitor information service software for an amount up
to $23,992.
CONSENT AGENDA / BULK APPROVALS
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Board granted approval ad authorized execution of an
to Agreement between Monroe county and Exclusive Sports
covering "Pubix Family Fitness Weekend" on October 9-
in an amount not to exceed $30,000 to change dates of
to November 6-7, 1998.
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of a
Grant of Conservation Easement Agreement between Monroe County
and Arthur Dimsdle for Lots 17 and 18, Harbor Course section Two,
Ocean Reef Plat No. 13, recorded in Plat Book 7, Page 5.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of
Amendment 2 between Monroe County and CH2MHill to complete the
Sanitary Wastewater Master Plan.
Board adopted the following Resolution authorizing
restoration of beaches to pre-Hurricane Georges condition without
a County permit, provided that such restoration is accomplished
in accordance with the Florida Department of Environmental
Protection (DEP) Emergency Final Order dated September 30, 1998
(OGC No. 98-2617).
RESOLUTION NO. 451-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of a
Contract between Monroe County and the Florida Department of
Community Affairs to assist in funding the completion of the
Sanitary Wastewater Master Plan.
Board granted approval to transfer previously paid
invoices from Planning/Contractual Services to Growth
Management/Comprehensive Plan Implementation.
MISCELLANEOUS
Board granted approval of funding from the detention
facility lease revenues to support the Keys to Recovery Program.
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Board granted approval to advertise a Notice of Public
Hearing for the November 12, 1998 Board of County Commissioner's
Meeting for the issuance of Industrial Revenue Bonds for the Key
West Brewery.
MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT
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Board granted approval of transfer of unclaimed bond
moneys to the fine and forfeiture fund.
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Board granted approval of the following expenditures
from the Law Enforcement Trust Fund in the total amount of
$54,874:
Special Training needs
$ 20,000
Matching funds for a HUD grant
secured by Samuel's House
7,000
To purchase security lights for the
Key West Historic Memorial Sculpture
Garden
15,000
To create a memorial to honor the
memory of federal, state or local
law enforcement officers who have
given their lives in Monroe County
to defend our community
8,500
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To purchase a laminating machine
for the Frederick Douglas Child
Wesley House so they can preserve
the children's art work
1,299
To allow the Monroe County Sheriff's
Office Bomb Squad unit to build a
portable incinerator for the disposal
of fireworks, other explosives, and
ammunition
2,175
To send the Human Resources Director
and the Lieutenant of the Internal
Affairs Division to attend "How to
Conduct an Internal Investigation"
(Sexual Harassment and Discrimination
complaints)
900
MONROE COUNTY JUDICIAL SERVICES
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a
Grant-in-Aid Agreement for Court Reporting Services to the
sixteenth Judicial Circuit, Monroe County from the Office of the
State Courts Administrator.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a
Sublease Agreement between Monroe County and Deborah A. Harrison,
-- Ph.D., to house the drug court counselor assigned to the Upper
Keys.
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COKHISSIONERS'
ITEMS
Board granted approval of the Marathon Runners' Club
request for the Annual 7 Mile Bridge Run on April 17, 1999
requiring the 7 mile bridge to be closed from 7:00 am to 9:00 am.
Board granted approval of Commissioner Reich's
reappointment of Estelle Incociati to the Human Services Advisory
Board.
Board granted approval of Commissioner Reich's
reappointment of Pamela Martin and Elizabeth Vail to the and the
appointment of Rosemary Enright to replace Mimi Grantham to the
Commission on the Status of Women.
Board granted approval of the appointment of Keith
Douglass to the South Florida Community Urban Resource
Partnership Board.
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Board granted permission to close a section of US1 for
the Marathon High School Homecoming Parade to be held in December
pending being notified of the date/time/closure location.
Board adopted the following Resolution encouraging the
Monroe Council of the Arts Corporation to seek funding from the
State of Florida, federal and private sources for disaster
recovery assistance for the cultural institutions and individual
artists impacted by Hurricane Georges.
RESOLUTION NO. 452-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval of Commissioner Freeman's
reappointment of Linda DeGinder and Dagny Johnson to the
Commission on the Status of Women.
Board adopted the following Resolution asking Miami-
Dade County to loan to Monroe County, mobile trailers for use as
temporary housing' for hurricane victims and to direct Staff to
identify possible locations to place these trailers for
approximately 6 months until new housing can be constructed.
RESOLUTION NO. 453-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval of the dissemination of a letter
from Commissioner Harvey to residents regarding the sewerage
_ referendum serves a public purpose.
Board granted approval of the following holiday
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exceptions:
October 30, 1998 - Trick or Treat Day for County to
coincide with the City of Key West.
December 24, 1998 - Holiday for County employees to
celebrate Christmas Eve with families.
December 31, 1998 - Holiday for County employees to
celebrate New Year's Eve with families.
Board adopted the following Resolution supporting
Revision 5, the Conservation Amendment.
RESOLUTXON NO. 454-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
COUNTY CLERK
PXNES AND PORPEXTURES
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Board approved the following Fine and Forfeiture
Expenditures:
COMPETENCY' PSYCHOLOGXCAL EVALUATXONS, Guillermo
Marcovici, M.D., in the amount of $1,012.50.
COURT ORDERED ATTORNEY - CONPLXCT, Cunningham,
Albritton, Miller, Heffernan, Crimella & Hamilton, in the amount
of $350.00; Christopher Meyer, in the amount of $1,530.00; Joseph
Wolkowsky, in the amount of $862.50; Maria Betancourt, in the
amount of $350.00; Meyer & Erskine, in the amount of $2,230.80.
COURT REPORTER SERVXCES, Associated Court Reporters, in
the amount of $832.50; Florida Keys Reporting, in the amount of
$3,135.50; Amy Landry, in the amount of $133.75; Evelyn M.
Andrews, in the amount of $72.25; Fred W. Jeske, in the amount of
$776.25; Laws Reporting, Inc., in the amount of $1666.50; Linda
Colucci, in the amount of $150.00; Official Reporting Service, in
the amount of $387.25; Sharon Arnoult, in the amount of $292.50;
Suzanne Ex, in the amount of $821.25.
EXTRADXTXON, Richard Roth, in the amount of $843.60.
COURT XNTERPRETERS, Estrella Garcia, in the amount of
$728.52; Isabel R. Conroy, in the amount of $25.00; Jacques
~ Depart, in the amount of $25.00; Jenine Ouillette, in the amount
of $25.00; Julie Nielson, in the amount of $25.00; Mary Lou Waas,
in the amount of $580.00; Mayda Maloney, in the amount of
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$435.00; Rosana Giorgio, in the amount of $70.00; sergio Alvarez,
in the amount of $410.98; William Waddell, in the amount of
$420.00.
OTHER CZRCUZT COURT COSTS, State of Florida, in the
amount of $449.10.
WZTNESS COORDZNATZON, witness Travel & Per Diem, in the
amount of $3,693.00; Payroll, in the amount of $248.00.
EXPERT WZTNESS FEES, Clinical & Forensic Institute, in
the amount of $3,450; UMDC Dept of Radiology, in the amount of
$1,440.00.
COUNTY CLERK
Board approved the following Warrants:
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GENERAL REVENUE FUND (001), #313649-315648, in the amount of
$5,881,776.60.
Board granted official approval of the County
Commission Meeting Minutes of August 12, 1998.
Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds.
RESOLUTZON NO. 455-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
COUNTY ATTORNEY
Board granted approval to advertise an Ordinance
amending section 13.5-2(c), 13.5-3(d), and 13.5-5(g), Monroe
County Code in order to provide for use of personal Barbecue
grills in County parks; Providing for severability; Providing for
the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; Providing for
incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and
providing an effective date.
Board granted approval to advertise an Ordinance
providing that the County Administrator may negotiate Agreements
with the providers of Deferred Compensation Plans to make such
plans available to County employees; Providing that any plan
agreement will not take effect until approved by a Resolution of
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letters by the County Administrator from the appropriate Federal
agencies as to the nontaxable and taxable nature of all
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compensation deferred; Providing for severability; Providing for
the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; Providing for
incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and
providing an effective date.
Board granted approval to advertise an Ordinance
authorizing certain recognition and monetary awards for County
employees who have been in the county service for five, ten,
fifteen, twenty, twenty-five, and thirty years; Providing that
all employee recognition awards are contingent upon the
appropriation of funds, Providing for severability; providing for
the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; Providing for
incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and
providing an effective date.
Board adopted the following Resolution setting the
date, time and place for a Public Hearing concerning the proposed
abandonment of Jamaica Drive and Ansonia Drive, Port Largo 4th
Addition, Key Largo, Florida.
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RESOLUTION NO. 455A-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
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Board adopted the following Resolution evidencing the
Board's reversal of a Recommended Vested Rights Determination
promulgated by the Vested Rights Hearing Officer, In Re: The
application of Paul Safer and Johanna Safer.
RESOLUTION NO. 456-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval of the Beneficial Use
Determination for Fredrick and Ruth Martin, Applicants.
Board granted approval of the Settlement Agreement of
Trelmarie Fountain, as trustee for Robert Siegmund, Plaintiff vs.
Monroe County, Florida, Defendant - Case No. 98-334-CA-18.
Board granted approval of the Beneficial Use
Determination for Robert A. and Brenda D. Silva, Applicants.
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Board adopted the following Ordinance declaring that an
emergency exists and waiving notice by a four-fifths vote; an
Ordinance amending section 2-300, Monroe County Code, in order to
allow catastrophic/emergency funds to be allocated in proportions
different than normal allocations; Providing for severability;
Providing for the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith;
Providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code of
Ordinances; and providing an effective date.
ORDINANCE NO. 031-1998
See Ord. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
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Board ratified Contract between Monroe County and Bob
Hilson & Company, Inc., for emergency roof repairs to Cudjoe Key
Substation, Big pine Key Volunteer Fire Station, Key West Federal
Express Building and the Key West International Airport, due to
Hurricane Georges.
Board granted approval of Amendment to Settlement
Agreement with the City of Key West for the Truman School Trees.
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Attorney - see minutes page 98/334.
Board adopted the following Resolution authorizing the
County Administrator to utilize the purchasing procedure for
purchasing level $10,000.01 - $25,000 for purchases above $25,000
for a period of 60 days to correct or repair Hurricane Georges'
damage.
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RESOLUTION NO. 457-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval and authorized payment of
invoice from Freilich, Leitner & Carlisle - reduced amount of
$9,563.68, for expert witness services in defense of
Comprehensive Plan, to be paid from Growth
Management/Comprehensive Plan Implementation fund.
Motion carried unanimously.
commissioner Douglass excused himself from the meeting.
PUBLIC BEARINGS
A 'Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of a
Resolution renouncing and disclaiming any right of the County and
the public in and to a portion of Frigate Lane, Tropic Bay Third
Addition, Big pine Key, Florida. There was no public input.
Motion was made by Commissioner Reich and seconded by Mayor
Freeman to adopt the following Resolution. Motion carried
unanimously, with commissioner Douglass not present.
RESOLUTION NO. 458-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
commissioner Douglass returned to the meeting.
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Resolution renouncing and disclaiming any right of the County and
the public in and to a portion of Avenue A, Palm Villa
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SUbdivision, Big pine Key, Florida. The Board accepted public
input with the following individuals addressing the Board:
Richard Heber, Corinna Bassewitz, Eugene Shinkevich, Robert
Schneider, representing the Big pine Key civic Association; Mary
Ellen Stanley, and Frank pewarski. County Attorney James T.
Hendrick; County Engineer Dave Koppel and the applicant Harry M.
Oliver, Jr., also addressed the Board. After Board discussion,
motion was made by Commissioner Harvey and seconded by
Commissioner Reich to deny the request. Roll call vote was taken
with the following results:
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commissioner Douglass No
Commissioner Freeman Yes
Commissioner Harvey Yes
Commissioner Reich Yes
Mayor London Yes
Motion carried. Motion was made by Mayor London and seconded by
Commissioner Douglass directing the Public Works Department to
convert the above described road to pedestrian walkway only and
also to prohibit vehicular traffic with the appropriate signage.
Roll call vote was unanimous.
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an
Ordinance providing for competitive bidding procedures for
contracts for goods, services (excluding services covered by the
consultant's competitive negotiations act and legal services)
that are expected to cost more than $25,000; Providing for
definitions; Providing that bidders furnish bid bonds, certain
financial records and prior performance history; Providing for
criteria for the evaluation of bids and the award of bids;
Providing for the withdrawal of bids in certain circumstances;
Repealing section 2-541 through 2-543, Monroe County Code;
Providing for the procedure and criteria for suspending persons
from bidding on County request for bids up to three years;
Providing for severability; Providing for the repeal of all
Ordinances inconsistent herewith; Providing for incorporation
into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and providing an
effective date. There was no public input. Motion was made by
Commissioner Douglass and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to
adopt the following Ordinance as amended. Said amendment as
follows:
Page 2 section 5. (b) Change the words "OMB Director"
to the words "County Administrator".
ORDINANCE NO. 032-1998
-- See Ord. Book No. 49 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Motion carried unanimously.
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A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an
Ordinance amending section 13.5-3, Monroe County prohibiting the
parking of recreational vehicles and campers in a fenced area
surrounding the FAA tower at Higgs Beach; Providing for
severability; Providing for the repeal of all Ordinances
inconsistent herewith; Providing for incorporation into the
Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and providing an effective
date. There was no public input. Motion was made by
Commissioner Reich and seconded by Commissioner Douglass to adopt
the following Ordinance. Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 033-1998
See Ord. Book No. 49 which is incorporated herein by reference.
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A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an
Ordinance amending section 2-514, Monroe County Code, in order to
provide that infrastructure sales tax revenue may be used for any
public purpose provided that the debt service obligations are met
and that Monroe County's Comprehensive Plan is in compliance with
Part II, Chapter 163, Florida Statutes; Providing for
severability; Providing for the repeal of all Ordinances
inconsistent herewith; Providing for incorporation into the
Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and providing an effective
date. Glenn Robinson addressed the Board. Motion was made by
Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner Harvey to adopt
the following Ordinance. Roll call vote was taken with the
following results:
commissioner Douglass Yes
Commissioner Freeman Yes
Commissioner Harvey No
Commissioner Reich Yes
Mayor London Yes
Motion carried.
ORDINANCE NO. 034-1998
See Ord. Book No. 49 which is incorporated herein by reference.
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an
Ordinance creating a Boating Restricted Area (Slow Speed/Minimum
Wake Zone) for Cow Key Channel South, located between USl and
Riviera Canal; Providing for definitions; Providing that Monroe
County agrees to hold the Florida Department of Environmental
Protection harmless from any liability incurred from the
negligent posting of boating restricted markers; Providing for
penalties for violations; Providing for exemptions; Providing for
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inconsistent herewith; Providing for incorporation into the
Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and providing an effective
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date. After Board discussion, motion was made by Commissioner
Reich and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to continue the Public
Hearing to the next Board of County Commissioner's meeting
scheduled in Key West. Roll call vote was taken with the
following results:
commissioner Douglass No
Commissioner Freeman Yes
Commissioner Harvey Yes
Commissioner Reich Yes
Mayor London Yes
Motion carried.
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS
Presentation of a donation in the amount of $10,000
from Tito Bacardi and Rick Reid, Barcardi Limited, to the Monroe
county Hurricane Georges Reimbursement Fund.
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Mayor London discussed the cost of US1 Radio's propane
bill due to Hurricane Georges.
MISCELLANEOUS BULK APPROVALS
Motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by
Commissioner Douglass ratifying the Hurricane Debris Removal
Agreement signed by Mayor London between Monroe County and Waste
Management of Florida, Inc., and authorizing execution of
Addendum to Contract between Monroe County and Waste Management,
Inc. Motion carried unanimously.
The Board discussed approval for Exclusive Sports
Marketing to reschedule the annual Gatorade Family Fitness
Weekend Triathlon (previously approved for October 1, 1998) to
November 7, 1998, closing US Highway #1 (MM58-67) from 6:30 a.m.
to 10:00 a.m. Glenn Robinson addressed the Board. Motion was
made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner Reich
to deny the request. After further discussion, the motion was
withdrawn. Motion was then made by Mayor London and seconded by
Commissioner Harvey to continue the item to later in the
afternoon. County Administrator James Roberts addressed the
Board. See minutes page 98/331.
~ County Engineer Dave Koppel addressed the Board
concerning the negotiation and entering into of a Contract with
Toppino, Inc., for construction of culverts in Cudjoe Gardens
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Subdivision, and authorization for Mayor to execute same. After
Board discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and
seconded by Commissioner Harvey granting approval, in concept, to
negotiate with Toppino's and bring back a Contract for final
approval at the next Board of County Commissioners' meeting.
Motion carried unanimously.
Public Safety Director Reggie Paros addressed the
Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Douglass and seconded by
Commissioner Reich to adopt the following Resolution superseding
Resolution No. 385-1997 and adopting an amended fee schedule for
use by the Special Taxing District for providing ambulance
services.
RESOLUTION NO. 459-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
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County Administrator, James Roberts discussed with the
Board approval to change the eligibility for group health
insurance for group health program benefits for retirees, to
lower the number of years of exposure and lower outstanding
liability for the county. The following individuals addressed
the Board: Rick Capizzi, representing Arthur J. Gallagher &
Company; John Lakin, Mary Tucker, Judi Angels and Susan
Hawxhurst. The Board took no official action.
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DISTRICT 111
LOWER AND MIDDLE KEYS FIRE AND AMBULANCE DISTRICT
BOARD OF GOVERNORS
The Board of Governors of District 111 Lower and Middle
Keys Fire and Ambulance District convened. Present and answering
to roll call were Commissioner Shirley Freeman, Commissioner Art
French, Commissioner Yvonne Harper, Mayor Jack London and
Chairman Keith Douglass.
Public Safety Director Reggie Paros addressed the Board
concerning approval to advertise an Ordinance providing for the
payment of Length of Service Award Program Benefit payments to
eligible volunteer fire fighters. After Board discussion,
motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by
Commissioner French granting approval to advertise said Ordinance
subject to review by the County Attorney and Clerk of Court.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Motion was made by Commissioner French and seconded by
Commissioner Douglass to adopt the following Resolution
establishing an Annual Lump Sum Benefit Award Program for ~
eligible volunteers. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 459A-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
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Mayor London granting approval and authorizing execution of a
Renewal Agreement between the Lower and Middle Keys Fire and
Ambulance District and Technical Dynamics, Inc. extending the
current agreement for an additional one year term, in the total
amount of $12,418.85. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner French and seconded by
Commissioner Freeman to adopt the following Resolution of the
Lower and Middle Keys Fire and Ambulance District of Monroe
county, Florida, superseding Resolution No. 395-1998, and
adopting an amended fee schedule for use by the Special Taxing
District for providing ambulance services.
RESOLUTION NO. 460-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe
County and Sands of the Keys, Inc., to lease a Canon 2120 Copier
with Console for use at the Marathon Fire station for a 48 month
period at a total cost of $95.00 a month, plus an additional
$65.70 for Customer Block Service for a total of $160.70 per
month.
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There being no further business, the meeting of the
Board of Governors of District #1 Lower and Middle Keys Fire and
Ambulance District adjourned.
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The Board of County Commissioners reconvened with all
Commissioners present.
LAND AUTHORITY
SITTING AS COUNTY COMMISSION
Executive Director of the Monroe County Land Authority,
Mark J. Rosch addressed the Board. Motion was made by
Commissioner Douglass and seconded by Commissioner Harvey
granting approval of the following contracts to purchase property
pursuant to the Florida Communities Trust ROGO grant program:
Agreement for the Purchase of Lands between Monroe
County and Monroe Marina Properties, Inc. a Florida Corporation -
property in Ocean Acres subdivision (RE #454120 thru #454210, RE
# 454240 thru 454460)
Agreement for the Purchase of Lands between Monroe
~ County and Drallow 29 LTD, a Texas Limited partnership - property
in Upper Matecumbe Acreage (RE# 96440-000100, 96820, and 96830-
000100)
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Agreement for the Purchase of Lands between Monroe
County and the Monroe County Comprehensive Plan Land Authority
for Key Largo Acreage (RE #89900, 89920, and part of 89910)
Agreement for the Purchase of Land between Monroe
county and the Monroe County Comprehensive Plan Land Authority
for Cudjoe Ocean Shores, Tract A (RE# 188684-000100)
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Rosch and County Attorney James T. Hendrick
addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Douglass
and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to adopt the following
Resolution authorizing the conveyance of certain real property to
the Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund of
the State of Florida.
RESOLUTION NO. 461-1998
See Res. Book No. 140 which is incorporated herein by reference.
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Motion was made by Commissioner Harvey and seconded by
Commissioner Freeman to authorize the refund to the Florida
Communities Trust of the remaining funds the amount of
$1,001,924.13 of excess grant funds. Motion carried unanimously.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Brad Loar representing the Federal Emergency Management
Agency (FEMA) updated the Board on Hurricane Georges recovery.
commissioner Harvey discussed with Mr. Loar
requirements on the part of FEMA for property owners in reference
to damage claims. .
MONROE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR
Monroe County Tax Collector, Harry F.Knight, C.F.C.
presented to the Board the Tax Collector's excess fees check.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Ken Williams, Consulting Engineer with CH2MHill updated
the Board on the Monroe County Wastewater Master Plan.
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County Administrator James Roberts addressed the Board.
Motion was made by commissioner Douglass and seconded by
Commissioner Freeman to continue Agenda Item W.14 concerning the
approval of a Contract with the Marathon Economic Development
Council for the interim management of the Boot Key Harbor Marina,
to the upcoming Special Board of County Commissioner's Meeting
with the official date to be announced. Roll call vote was
unanimous.
MISCELLANEOUS
Ronda Haag updated the Board on the FY 1999 budget of
the South Florida Water Management District which includes three
new projects in the Florida Keys, and an update of an upcoming
public meeting about the District and Corps of Engineers.
"Restudy".
Stephanie German, representing Gonzalez Architects
updated the Board on the work being performed at the Jackson
Square Complex.
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Bert Bender of Bender & Associates Architects, P.A.
addressed the Board on the status of the Gato Building Renovation
Project.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Mayor London abstained from voting on the following
item due to the fact that he is the Director of the Florida Keys
Historic Foundation.
Growth Management Director Bob Herman and Planning
Director Timothy McGarry briefed the Board on a draft Historic
Preservation Ordinance. Mr. McGarry read a letter into the
record from the Tavernier Historical Group. Motion was made by
Commissioner Douglass and seconded by Commissioner Freeman
supporting conceptually the concept of historic preservation for
structures throughout the County and conceptual approval for the
Ordinance being drafted by the Planning Department for future
approval by the Board of County Commissioners. Roll call vote
was unanimous with Mayor London abstaining.
DIVISION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES
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Community Services Director Peter Horton discussed with
the Board the Emergency Jobs program that was made available
subsequent to Hurricane Georges and discussed a letter dated
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October 15, 1998 from the Florida Department of Labor and
Employment Security, Division of Jobs and Benefits. Bruce Waite,
Executive Director of the Florida Keys Employment & Training
Council addressed the Board. After discussion, motion was made
by Commissioner Reich and seconded by Commissioner Douglass to
accept the funds provided we can go on private property to help
the citizens of Monroe County and that the State of Florida
accept the liability for future disallowed costs. Motion carried
unanimously.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
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commissioner Harvey discussed with the Board a request
for approval to grant permission to use County property, with
Sheriff Roth's permission, to build pre-fab housing units for the
Habitat for Humanity program in Monroe County; and direction of
Staff of Monroe County to work with the Habitat for Humanity to
enable them to provide housing for people in need. Once units
are constructed, they will be stored in Habitat's warehouse.
Growth Management Director Bob Herman; Peter Anderson,
representing Habitat for Humanity; Celine Mahler, DeWayne Kemp,
Bill Lowie, and County Attorney James T. Hendrick addressed the
Board. After discussion, motion was made by Mayor London and
seconded by Commissioner Harvey approving the following:
1. Authorizing the Sheriff of Monroe County to negotiate a
license with Habitat for Humanity, allowing unimproved
Stock Island Detention Facility land to be utilized for
assembly of pre-fabricated housing, subject to City of
Key West zoning approval.
2. Declaring a public purpose in allowing the voluntary
participation, by inmates in County custody, in Habitat
for Humanity's assembly of prefabricated affordable
housing units.
3. Directing the Growth Management Division staff to
cooperate with the Florida Department of Community
Affairs and Habitat for Humanity in securing approval
of Habitat for Humanity's pre-fabricated housing
assembly.
Motion carried unanimously.
Gwen Hawtof, M.D., representing the Key West Kritter
Patrol addressed the Board concerning the consideration of
-- approval to alter (spay or neuter) all animals before they leave
the Monroe County Animal Control Shelter at the expense of Key
West Kritter Patrol. They in turn, will be reimbursed by the
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public when the animal is adopted. It will be at their
discretion to waive the fee if the situation warrants it. Danny
L. Kolhage, Clerk of Court addressed the Board. Motion was made
by Commissioner Reich and seconded by Commissioner Freeman
granting approval in concept of a county wide policy subject to
the county Administrator's review of details. Motion carried
unanimously.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Attorney Karen Cabanas, of the law firm of Morgan &
Hendrick updated the Board on the following legal issues:
Burnham, Rathkamp, Vested Rights Hearings, Ocean Cay, Ambrose,
Plaza Associates, Bennett, Sunshine Key, McDonald's, and
Shaddick.
COMHISSIONER'S ITEMS
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The following individuals addressed the Board
concerning the consideration of a request for funding for the Key
West Symphony; A 45 piece symphony orchestra which will conduct
symphonies in Key West, Marathon and Key Largo. They are
requesting $30,000 to $50,000 in seed money for the first year's
operation: Monica Haskell, Meryle Silver, Sebrina Alfonso, Tom
Oosterhoudt, and Sandy Schffman. No official action was taken.
MISCELLANEOUS BULK APPROVALS
The Board returned to Agenda item D-4 concerning the
approval for Exclusive Sports Marketing to reschedule the annual
Gatorade Family Fitness Weekend Triathlon (previously approved
for October 1, 1998) to November 7, 1998, closing US Highway #1
(MM58-67) from 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Public Works Director
Dent pierce and Ray Kitchener, Executive Director of the Greater
Marathon Chamber of Commerce addressed the Board. Motion was
made by Commissioner Reich and seconded by Commissioner Harvey
granting approval of the request as amended and as indicated in
the October 21, 1998 letter from Exclusive Sports Marketing.
Motion carried unanimously.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
County Administrator James Roberts, County Attorney
_ James T. Hendrick, and Executive Director of the Greater Marathon
Chamber of Commerce Ray Kitchener addressed the Board concerning
the consideration of a request by Skydive Sebastian for use of
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the Marathon Airport for a skydiving/parachuting event. Motion
was made by Commissioner Reich and seconded by Commissioner
Douglass granting approval of the request contingent upon a
review by the County Attorney indicating a low level of risk.
Motion carried unanimously.
DIVISION OP COMMUNITY SERVICES
Community Services Director Peter Horton discussed with
the Board the University of Florida providing match funding for
the position of Nutrition Agent that was deleted from the budget.
Mr. Horton advised the Board of damage at Key West
International Airport runway lights due to Hurricane Georges.
Motion was made by Commissioner Reich and seconded by
Commissioner Harvey recognizing the public safety aspects and
authorizing the repair or replacement of the runway lights at the
Key West International Airport damaged by Hurricane Georges and
waiving the Purchasing Policies and Procedures. Motion carried
unanimously.
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DIVISION OP PUBLIC SAFETY
Motion was made by Commissioner Douglass and seconded
by Commissioner Reich granting approval to advertise an Ordinance
providing for the payment of Length of Service Award Program
Benefit payments to eligible volunteer fire fighters. Motion
carried unanimously.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Growth Management Director Bob Herman addressed the
Board concerning several emergency actions and decisions taken
relative to the clean-up and rebuilding required after Hurricane
Georges. Motion was made by Commissioner Douglass and seconded
by Commissioner Reich to extend the waiver of permit fees to
November 25, 1998. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Douglass and seconded
by Commissioner Reich to extend the increase from $1,000 to
$2,500 to the limit requiring building permits to November 25,
1998. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Herman discussed the permitting of the use of
__ campers and recreational vehicles from property to be used while
rebuilding. Mr. Herman advised the Board he had been requested
to authorize the use of live-a-boards for the same purpose.
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Motion was made by Mayor London and seconded by Commissioner
Freeman to authorize the use of campers and recreational vehicles
only on properties during rebuilding subsequent to Hurricanes
Georges. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Herman advised the Board that he has tendered his
resignation and would be leaving by November 16, 1998 for his new
employment with the city of Tallahassee, Florida. Mr. Herman
expressed his appreciation to the Board, County Administrator,
and others who assisted him during his service in Monroe County.
All members of the Board expressed their appreciation for Mr.
Herman's work and sadness that he would be leaving the county.
All wished him well.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
commissioner Harvey discussed Notice of Action taken on
behalf of the Big coppitt, Rockland Keys, and Geiger Keys
residents. The Board took no official action.
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commissioner Harvey excused herself from the meeting.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Marine Resources Director George Garrett discussed with
the Board the approval of a Survey Questionnaire concerning Water
Reuse in the Little Venice Area (95th Street Ocean to Vaca Cut -
Oceanside) of the Marathon Wastewater Service area. The County
Administrator was asked to work on the language of the
questionnaire to provide for more simplified language. The Board
took no official action.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Mr. Roberts reminded the Board of the groundbreaking
ceremony of the Gato Building in Key West on November 2, 1998 at
10:00 A.M.
Mr. Roberts advised the Board that at the November BOCC
meeting, recognition of individuals and organizations for their
service to the citizens of Monroe County during Hurricane Georges
will be made.
Mr. Roberts advised the Board that FEMA and State
_ funding contracts were in the process of being drawn at the
present time and that a Special meeting would need to be called
for their approval and execution. He advised that Board that he
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would work with the Board and Staff on a potential date for that
special Meeting.
Mr. Roberts also discussed the necessity for consulting
assistance in the preparation of necessary documentation to be
submitted to FEMA and others for reimbursement of cleanup
expenses associated with Hurricane Georges. Motion was made by
Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner Douglass
authorizing the County Administrator to employ the firm of KPMG
Accountants on an interim basis to assist with the reimbursement
process associated with FEMA and the cleanup subsequent to
Hurricane Georges, pending the development of a formal Contract
which will be presented to the Board at the Special Meeting and
waiving the Purchasing Policies and Procedures. Motion carried
unanimously.
Mr. Roberts advised the Board that other items that
would be on the special Meeting agenda would be the Marathon
Marina contract and the village of Islamorada Interlocal
Agreement.
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county Attorney James T. Hendrick advised the Board
that Amendments to the Settlement Agreement concerning the trees
at the Harvey Government Center at Historic Truman School would
be presented at the Special Meeting for the Board's
consideration. He also advised the Board that an extensive
complaint has been filed against the County by the Personal
Watercraft Industry.
There being no further business to come before the
Board, the meeting was adjourned.
Clerk to the Board of County
Commissioners of Monroe County
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