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03/19/1997 Regular 97/48 MINUTES OF THE MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COHHISSIONERS Regular Meeting Board of County Commissioners Wednesday, March 19, 1997 Marathon, Florida A Regular Meeting of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners convened at 9:00 a.m., on the above date, at the Marathon Government Center. Present and answering to roll call were Commissioners Shirley Freeman, Wilhelmina Harvey, Jack London, Mary Kay Reich and Mayor Keith Douglass. Also present were Danny L. Kolhage, Clerk; Isabel C. DeSantis, Deputy Clerk; James Hendrick, County Attorney; James Roberts, County Administrator; County Staff, members of the Press and Radio; and the general public. All stood for the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. PRESENTATION OF AWARDS A Presentation of Employee of the Month Award was presented to Pamela Bauchman, Division of Public Safety. A Proclamation was made proclaiming the month of March, 1997 as National Nutrition Month. Kate Garrettson, teacher at Key Largo School made a presentation to the Board regarding the Key Largo School Blue Ribbon Award. BULK APPROVALS Motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner Harvey granting approval of the following items by unanimous consent: Board granted approval to remove surplus items from inventory and dispose of same, advertise for bids, and accept transfer to the Sheriff's Department. Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Electronic Data Interchange (EDI Enrollment Form) for electronic submission of Medicare claims to Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA) or to Health Care Financing Administration's contractors. Board adopted the following Resolution authorizing the 97/49 submission of a Grant Application to the Florida Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, to fund a continuing Professional Education Project and directing the execution of same by the proper County authorities. RESOLUTION NO. 077-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval to advertise a Request for Proposals for the further development and operation of a solid waste, waste reduction, recycling, waste tire, household hazardous waste, and litter control/prevention education and promotion campaign for Fiscal Year 1998. Board granted approval to advertise for bids for one (1) heavy-duty chipper for the Road Department. Board granted approval to purchase one (1) new 1997 Bucket Truck from the lowest bidder, Altec Industries, in the total amount of $76,315.00. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Renewal Agreement between Monroe County and Jayne's Cleaning Service, Inc., for janitorial service for the Marathon Courthouse Complex, Marathon Senior citizens' Center, Marathon Government Center, and the Marathon Government Center Annex, in the amount of $48,000.00 per year. Board granted Award of Bid and authorized execution of a Contract between Monroe County and Garcia Cleaning Service, for janitorial service at Truman School, in the amount of $14,400.00 per year. Board granted approval for Exclusive Sports Marketing to close US Highway #1 between MM 58-67, on October 4, 1997, from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., and from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. on the old US Highway #1 (Old Seven Mile Bridge), and authorized execution of Florida Department of Transportation "Request for Temporary Closing/Special Use of State Road" Form, with the following staff recommendations: 1. Concurrence and approval for Mayor to execute FOOT Form for closure of US Highway #1. 2. Original certificate of Insurance for $1 million General Liability Insurance listing Monroe County as an additional insured. 3. Original Hold Harmless Agreement signed and notarized. 4. Copy of letters notifying all emergency agencies 97/50 of planned activities and possible delays. 5. Maintenance of traffic plan to be approved by FOOT two (2) weeks prior to the event. 6. Clean-up Plan to be approved by FOOT or their designee prior to the event. 7. Public Notice to the residents and businesses in the area via radio/newspaper at least two (2) weeks prior to the event. Board granted Award of Bid and authorized execution of a Contract between Monroe County and Mid-Continent Electric, Inc., for Plantation Key Elementary School Field Lighting, in the amount of $52,000.00. Board granted approval and authorized execution of Change Order #1 to the Contract between Monroe County and D.L. Porter Construction, Inc., for the Crawl Key Fire Training Facility, for a credit of $1,000.00 to Monroe County, thereby decreasing the contract price from $286,000.00 to $285,000.00. Board granted approval and authorized execution of Change Order #1 to the Contract between Monroe County and Hewett- Kier construction, Inc., for the Truman School Renovations, increasing the contract price by $21,718.00, from $3,648,000.00 to $3,669,718.00, and extending the contract substantial completion date by ninety (90) days, from January 15, 1997 to April 15, 1997. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract between Monroe County and Bender & Associates Architects, P.A., for architectural services at the Old Navy Commissary Building in Key West, in the amount of $380,000.00, subject to Monroe County securing title to the building and property from the Navy. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Service Agreement Extension between Monroe County and Insurance Servicing and Adjusting Company, for Workers Compensation Services, extending services until September 30, 1997. Board granted approval to advertise a Public Hearing for April 16, 1997, 5:00 p.m., to amend the Workers' Compensation Fund for FY 96/97. Board granted approval of a new position in the Veterans Affairs Transportation Program. Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (Sch.Item 1). 97/51 RESOLUTION NO. 078-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds (Sch.Item #2). RESOLUTION NO. 079-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds (Sch.Item #3). RESOLUTION NO. 080-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the fOllowing Resolution amending Resolution No. 010-1997 (Sch.Item #4). RESOLUTION NO. 081-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution amending Resolution No. 008-1997 (Sch.Item #5). RESOLUTION NO. 082-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution amending Resolution No. 003-1997 (Sch.Item #6). RESOLUTION NO. 083-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution amending Resolution No. 493-1996 (Sch.Item #7). RESOLUTION NO. 084-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution amending Resolution No. 489-1996 (Sch.Item #8). RESOLUTION NO. 085-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (Sch.Item #9). RESOLUTION NO. 086-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the 97/52 Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (Sch.Item #10). RESOLUTION NO. 087-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (Sch.Item #11). RESOLUTION NO. 088-1997 See Res. Book ~o. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (Sch.Item #12). RESOLUTION NO. 089-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution amending Resolution No. 563-1996 (Sch.Item #13). RESOLUTION NO. 090-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds (Sch.Item #14). RESOLUTION NO. 091-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution amending Resolution No. 475-1996 (Sch.Item #15). RESOLUTION NO. 092-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution amending Resolution No. 012-1997 (Sch.Item #16). RESOLUTION NO. 093-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds (Sch.Item #17). RESOLUTION NO. 094-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (Sch.Item #18). RESOLUTION NO. 095-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. 97/53 Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds (Sch.Item #19). RESOLUTION NO. 096-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted Award of Bid and authorized execution of a Contract between Monroe County and Buccaneer Courier for Monroe County Courier Service. Award of Bid is recommended to the 2nd low bidder based on qualifications and past performance. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a HCBS/Medicaid Waiver Referral Agreement between Monroe County and Marathon Adult Day Center, for the Home and community Based Services Medicaid Waiver Program. Board granted approval of a Software License Agreement AND a Software Maintenance Agreement between Monroe County and Trapeze Software Group, Inc., the parent company of OnLine Data Products, Inc., to provide an automated paratransit Routing and Scheduling and Customer Services Information System and maintenance. Per staff recommendation, waive Administrative Instruction #4709.2, requiring standard indemnification hold harmless language in contract. Board granted Award of Bid and authorized execution of a Contract between Monroe County and G.A. Food Service, Inc., to provide Bayshore Manor with food service at a cost of $2.44 per meal. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Preliminary/Letter Contract between Monroe County and South Florida Employment and Training Consortium, Contract #2B-97-02- 00, to provide funding for the 1997 Summer Youth Employment and Training Program. Board granted approval and authorized execution of Change Order No. 1 to the Contract between Monroe County and Douglas Higgins, Inc., for the Key West International Airport Salt Pond Enhancement Project, reducing the contract amount by $29,610.00. Board adopted the following Resolution rescinding Resolution No. 524-1996 and authorizing the filing of a Grant Application with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Boating Improvement Fund, and directing the execution of same by the proper authorities for the reconstruction of the Barcelona Boat Ramp, Big Coppitt Key. RESOLUTION NO. 097-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. 97/54 Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to the Agreement between Monroe County and Spirit Marine Towing & Assistance, for the removal of Derelict Vessels 1996. Board adopted the following Resolution authorizing the filing of a Grant Application with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Boating Improvement Fund, and directing the execution of same by the proper authorities for the emergency repairs of Channel Markers located in Tavernier Creek and Windley Key. RESOLUTION NO. 098-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution authorizing the filing of a Grant Application with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Boating Improvement Fund, and directing the execution of same by the proper authorities for the creation of a Boating Restricted Area within the Whale Harbor Channel, Islamorada. RESOLUTION NO. 099-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board ad9pted the following Resolution authorizing the filing of a Grant Application with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection boating Improvement Fund, and directing the execution of same by the proper authorities for the Emergency Removal of DV03A2348, DV03A2350, DV03A2351" and DV03A2352 located off of Key West and in Marathon. RESOLUTION NO. 100-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to Agreement between Monroe County and Florida . Department of Environmental Protection, Boating Improvement Fund, Contract #B9530, for the addition of several new projects to our open agreement. Board granted approval to waive collection of fines for overdue Library materials during National Library Week, April 13, 1997, and the week thereafter, April 20-26, 1997. Board granted approval to expand the Big pine Key Library by 1,200 square feet. Board adopted the following Resolution ratifying certain expenditures made by the Recycling Department without the prior authority of the Board of County Commissioners. 97/55 RESOLUTION NO. 101-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval of a Purchase Order for Randy's Electric, Inc., to repair US1 street lights on Boca Chica. Per Staff recommendation, approval of the purchase order in the amount of $8,000.00 with authorization to increase the amount to $15,000.00 if necessary. Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (Add-on Item 1). RESOLUTION NO. 102-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds (Add-on Item 2). RESOLUTION NO. 103-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds (Add-on Item 3). RESOLUTION NO. 104-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL Board granted approval and authorized execution of the following Destination Event Agreements: Agreement between Monroe County and Keys Communication Group, Inc., covering the 6th Annual Key West Theatre Festival, October 2-12, 1997, in an amount not to exceed $37,696.00, FY 97, Third Penny DAC 1 allocation. Agreement between Monroe County and Florida Keys Corvette Club, covering the 4th Annual Corvettes in Paradise, November 8, 1997, in an amount not to exceed $4,000.00, FY 97, Third Penny DAC IV allocation. Agreement between Monroe County and Holiday Isle Resort & Marina, covering the Islamorada Offshore Challenge, September 13, 1997, in an amount not to exceed $10,000.00, FY 97, Third Penny DAC IV allocation. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Cultural Event Agreement between Monroe County and the Key Largo Chamber of Commerce, covering Island Jubilee, November 2-9, 1997, in an amount not to exceed $15,000.00, FY 97, Two Penny, 97/56 allocated under the Cultural Umbrella. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Turn Key Events Agreement between Monroe County and Super Boat Racing, Inc., covering the Key West World Championship Race, November 2-9, 1997, in an amount not to exceed $80,000.00, FY 97, Third Penny DAC 1 allocation. Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Addendum to Agreement between Monroe County and Cheeca Lodge covering the "George Bush/ Cheeca Lodge Bonefish Tournament" event allocated under the Fishing Umbrella, in an amount not to exceed $13,950.00, to change the dates from November 11-13, 1997, to October 7-9, 1997. The remaining provisions of the Agreement remain in full force and effect. Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Addendum to Agreement between Monroe County and Stuart Newman Associates currently covering October 1, 1994 through September 30, 1997, for one (1) year ending September 30, 1998. Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Agreement between Monroe County and Diversified Cleaning Services, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $3,648.00 per year, beginning March 15, 1997 through March 15, 1998, to provide cleaning services to the Tourist Development Council Administrative Office. Board granted approval of Florida Keys Fishing Tournaments, Inc., operations (Fishing Umbrella) manual revisions. Said revisions incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval of the fOllowing individuals to the Florida Keys Fishing Tournaments, Inc., Appropriation Committee: Chairman District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 Jim Sharpe Mike Currie Brett Taporowski Earl cantrill Gary Ellis Chester Marr Alternates: District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 Dale Bittner Jim Sharpe Dave Navarro Kathy Koury Laura Males 97/57 DIVISION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES Board granted approval to begin negotiations to purchase the Michael Nelson property within and directly adjacent to the Runway Protection Zone of Runway 27 at Key West International Airport. CONSENT AGENDA/BULK APPROVALS Board adopted the following Resolution aDDrovina an exemption from the Nonresidential Permit Allocation System for the Dolphin Research Center for property described as Part of Government Lot 2, Section 19, Township 65 South, Range 34 East, Tallahassee Meridian, Grassy Key, Mile Marker 59. RESOLUTION NO. 105-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval of a Flood Variance Application by Ivo and Jania Smolic for a 576 square foot detached garage enclosure below base flood elevation, for parking only, on property located on Lot 28, Block 4, Shark Key SUbdivision, Shark Key SUbdivision, Shark Key. Board granted approval to advertise an Ordinance which amends Monroe County Code Section 6-31(a) and (b), in order to achieve compatibility with Flood Plain Management requirements (Monroe County Code Section 9.5-125). Permits are required for any new work subject to Flood Plain Jurisdiction. Providing for severability; providing for repeal of all ordinances inconsistent herewith; providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code; and providing for an effective date. Board granted approval to submit a proposal to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for a grant to monitor the Spiegel Grove Artificial Reef Project. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Release of Lien for Affordable Housing Deed Restriction and Notice of D~ferred Payment of Impact Fees for John E. Amyette. Board granted approval of the following five (5) Affordable Housing Deed Restrictions, seventeen (17) Transfers of Buildable Lots to Monroe County by Warranty Deed, and four (4) Covenants restricting the property owner to having only one dwelling unit on two contiguous lots. Pursuant to Ordinance No. 016-1992, these documents have been filed by the applicants receiving Dwelling Unit Allocation Awards for the quarter ending on January 13, 1997: 5 Affordable Housinq Deed Restrictions Permit No. Name on Deed Restriction 97/58 96-3-3386 96-3-3261 96-3-3610 96-1-1846 96-1-1787 Gail Rodberg Sea Life, Inc. Ed Kloski Eleanor Falzarno David & Christina Geide Permit No. 17 Transfers of Buildable Lots bY Warranty Deed to Monroe County Name on Warranty Deed 96-3-1708 Hal & Sandra Thomas 96-3-1709 Hal & Sandra Thomas 96-3-3102 Raul & Lucrecia Gonzalez 96-3-1868 penninsula at Key Largo 96-1-1804 Stuart Avrick 96-1-1395 Robert Lomrance 96-1-1630 Andre & Nora Revelin 96-1-1630 Andre & Nora Revelin 95-1-1775 Raymond Vazquez 96-1-1818 Scott Saunders 96-1-1610 Edwin K. Anderson Marilyn J. Anderson Peter Rutskin 96-1-1429 Leqal DescriDtion Lt. 19, Blk 5, Kinercha Lt. 20, Blk 5, Kinercha Lt. 17, Blk 5, Kinercha Lt. 22, Blk 5, Kinercha Lt. 2, Square 6, Palm Villa Lt. 3, Blk 24, Port pine Heights Lt. 24, Square 11, Palm Villa Lt. 23, Blk 3, Palm Villa Lt. 25, Square 5, Kinercha Lt. 24, Square 5, Kinercha Lt. 1, Square 3, Palm Villa Lt. 9, Blk 6, Port pine Heights 97/59 96-1-1421 Michael Dalsin Lt. 20, Blk 2, Kinercha 97-1-0010 Rafael Gonzalez Lt 5, Blk 22, Palm Villa 96-1-807 Karl H. Gollnast Theresa Gollnast Lt. 5, Blk 11, Palm Villa 4 Restrictive Covenants for Contiguous Lots Permit No. Name on Restrictive Covenant Leqal Description 96-3-2919 Kevin W. Holland Diana M. Holland Lts 5 & 6, Blk 7, Largo Sound Park 96-3-3540 Leroy Klein Lts 12 & 13, Blk 5, Largo Sound Park 96-1-1.524 Sandra & William Gordon Lts 1 & 2, Blk 14, Eden pines Colony 96-1-1804 Stuart Avrick Lts 14 & 15, Blk 4 Shark Key Board granted approval of the Boot Key Harbor Ad Hoc Committee Membership, including the replacement of three alternate members, per Staff recommendation: Boot Kev Harbor Ad Hoc Committee Membership Chairman - George Neugent Marine Facilities Operators Jim Cuthbert Boot Key Harbor Boaters GrouDs Bill Sweeney Jerry Bradway Boot Kev Harbor Shore Residents Charles Kanter Leehman Wexlin 97/60 Commercial Fishinq Interests Peter Worthington Karl Wagner Marathon Business Community Bill Cadiz Tina Brown Environmentalists Cindy stong Joy Tatgenhorst citizens at Larqe Joan Manges Duncan Mathewson Monroe Boaters Association steve Cobb Will Adams Condominium Associations Gene Kibbe Bernard Kan * The first member listed for each group is the primary, and the second listed serves as an alternate. DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT Board granted approval of an application for a variance to the Flood Hazard Ordinance submitted by the Florida Keys Land & Sea Trust, for a 10' x 12' replica of an outdoor cookhouse as an educational accessory to the Adderly House, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. This project is supported by a matching grant from the State of Florida Department of Historical Resources. DIVISION OF MANAGEMENT SERVICES Board granted approval to renew Master Property Policies with Royal Insurance Company and Florida Windstorm Underwriting Association at a combined annual premium of $334,645.00. COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS Board adopted the following Resolution in recognition of the late Clayton E. McDaniel. 97/61 RESOLUTION NO. 106-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution in recognition of the late "Miss" Sarah Ann Bethel. RESOLUTION NO. 107-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution in recognition of the late Honorable M. Ignatius Lester, retired circuit Court Judge. RESOLUTION NO. 108-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval of Commissioner Reich's reappointment of William R. Cullen to the Marine and Port Advisory Committee. Board granted approval of Commissioner Freeman's reappointment of A. D. Tinkham to the Marine & Port Advisory Committee. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Board reviewed monthly financial documents prepared by the Office of Management and Budget and reviewed budget trends for the next fiscal year. Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Agreement for Small Quantity Hazardous Waste Assessment, Notification and Verification between Monroe County and the Monroe County Public Health Unit, an agency of the State of Florida. Board adopted the following Resolution urging the 1997 Legislature to create a dedicated funding source for statewide beach management and supporting House Bill 103. RESOLUTION NO. 109-1997 See Res. Book No. 133, which is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval of the appointments to the Older American Advisory Board Older American Advisorv Board Chairperson - Vacant Vice' Chair - Jean Paulson, Big pine Key Secretary - Nellie Pantaleo, Key West 97/62 Board. Members: Lillian Krom, Big Pine Key Vera Burrell, Big Pine Key Jean Paulson, Big pine Key Charles Kamper, Key West Nellie Pantaleo, Key West Henry Hughes, Key West Homer Cook, Marathon Henry Bikofsky, Marathon Rita Morabito, Marathon Ken White, Marathon Arthur D. Hunt, Marathon Jeanne Burnette, Tavernier Eva steinka, Key Largo Cleo Hunt, Key Largo Ex-officio Commissioner - Rotating Board granted approval to advertise an Ordinance concerning the authority of the County Administrator; granting the County Administrator the authority to approve the per event sale of alcoholic beverages on County property if the applicant meets various conditions; determining that no discretionary authority of the Board of County Commissioners is delegated if the County Administrator executes contracts on Monroe County's behalf under certain circumstances and authorizing him to do so; providing for severability; providing for the repeal of all ordinances inconsistent herewith; providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and providing for an effective date. COUNTY CLERK FINES AND FORFEITURES Board approved the following Fine and Forfeiture Expenditures: COMPETENCY , PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, Care Center for Mental Health, in the amount of $2,600.00; Leslie Morgan, in the amount of $700.00; A. Louis O'Connor, in.the amount of $500.00; Guillermo Marcovici, M.D., in the amount of $4,050.00; David Nathanson, in the amount of $800.00. COURT APPOINTED ATTORNEY'S, Crimella & Hamilton, P.A., in the amount of $3,297.50; Margaret T. Mills, in the amount of $322.50; Stephen Isherwood, in the amount of $2,846.59; Karen J. Kennedy, in the amount of $1,980.00; Finley & Reif, in the amount of $450.00; Candida Cobb, in the amount of $350.00; Albert L. 97/63 Kelly, in the amount of $710.00; Manuel Garcia, in the amount of $12,266.25; Charles Everett, in the amount of $1,530.00; Larry Erskine, in the amount of $350.00; Charles M. Milligan, in the amount of $901.50; IRS Levy for C. Milligan, in the amount of $5,376.00; Mattson & Tobin, in the amount of $1,313.00. OTHER EXPENSES, stacy Turner, in the amount of $70.85; Nancy Rossell, in the amount of $204.59; Louis J. Spallone, Clerk, in the amount of $3,000.00; Boulevard Travel, in the amount of $912.00; Hibiscus Motel, in the amount of $170.25; Bonnie fowler, in the amount of $38.40; Fleta Sellers, in the amount of $20.35; State of Florida, in the amount of $116.10. COURT APPOINTED ATTORNEY'S - CONFLICT, Angel Ruiz, in the amount of $772.50. EXTRADITION, Richard Roth, Sheriff of Monroe County, in the amount of $1,648.65. COURT INTERPRETERS, Gilbert D. Mora, in the amount of $90.00; JR Alayon Forte, in the amount of $750.00; Grace Kruslick, in the amount of $25.00; Rejean Clement, in the amount of $70.00; Jose Mendez, in the amount of $480.00; Sophia Todd, in the amount of $25.00; Henry Arroy, in the amount of $25.00; Diecilia Brignolle, in the amount of $25.00; Jiri Dolezal, in the amount of $70.00; Lou Havaran, in the amount of $785.00; Mayda Maloney, in the amount of $280.00; Beata K. Sharpe, in the amount of $60.00; William Waddell, in the amount of $300.00; AT & T Language Line, in the amount of $50.00; Thomas Lindsay, in the amount of $25.00. COURT REPORTER SERVICES, Florida Keys Reporting, in the amount of $819.75; Emily Harris Parsons, in the amount of $140.00; Vicky Lynn Doty, in the amount of $470.00; Associated Court Reporters, in the amount of $1,224.90; Corrine Wade, in the amount of $79.30; Amy Landry, in the amount of $97.50; MUdrick, Witt, Levy & Consol, in the amount of $50.00. REGULAR WITNESS FEES, witness Payroll, in the amount of $140.00 TRAVEL EXPENSES, witness Travel, in the amount of $4,756.25 COUNTY CLERK Board approved the following Warrants: GENERAL REVENUE FUND (001), #279815-281424, in the amount of $11,396,830.89 97/64 COMPREHENSIVE IMPROVEMENT CONSTRUCTION FUND CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND (301/304), #893-#896, in the amount of $335,113.04 B9ard approved the County Commission Meeting Minutes of January, 16, 1997. COUNTY ATTORNEY Board granted approval to advertise an Ordinance for Public Hearing on May 20, 1997 in Key Largo, amending Section 6- 16(c), Monroe 'County Code, by the adoption of the latest revision of ASCE (American Society of civil Engineers) Standard #7; which dictates the use of a peak wind speed (in 3 second gusts) of 150 mph. Providing for severability; providing for the repeal of all ordinances inconsistent herewith; providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code; and providing for an effective date. Board granted approval to advertise an Ordinance for Public Hearing on May 20, 1997 in Key Largo, amending Section 6- 16.1(11) "Chemical Toilet" by establishing the criteria that defines an "Approved Toilet". Providing for severability; providing for the repeal of all ordinances inconsistent herewith; providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code; and providing for an effective date. Board granted approval to advertise an'Ordinance for Public Hearing on April 16, 1997, repealing Sections 2-280 through 2-286, Monroe County Code; terminating the Fine Arts Council; providing for severability; providing for the repeal of all ordinances inconsistent herewith; providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and providing for an effective date. Motion carried unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS BULK APPROVALS Public' Works Director, Dent Pierce, addressed the Board Motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner Harvey granting approval and authorizing execution of the janitorial services contract for Jackson Square between Monroe County and Island Angles, Inc., in the amount of $70,800. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. pierce addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Reich and seconded by Mayor Freeman granting approval and authorizing execution of the renewal agreement between Monroe County and Jayne's Cleaning Service, Inc., for 97/65 restroom janitorial/opening/lock-up service at Ann's Beach in the amount of $12,000 per year. Growth Management Director, Bob Herman, addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Mayor Freeman granting approval for Pirates in Paradise to sell beer and wine and to charge the following admission fees: $3.00/adults and $1.00/students at the 5th Annual Pirates in Paradise Festival to be held at the Marathon Community Park (Schwartz Property) from May 1-6, 1997, pending approval of a Public Assembly Permit from the Planning Department) per the following staff recommendation: 1) Letter of Coordination with all local law enforcement officials, Fire Marshall, Emergency Management; 2) Copy of state alcohol permit; 3) Public Assembly permit, which has been submitted to the Planning Department; 4) Original Hold Harmless Agreement ; (received) 5) Original certificate of Insurance for $1 million dollars general liability listing Monroe County as additional insured; 6) Clean up plan submitted prior to the event; and subject to conditions of the Grant (from the Florida Communities Trust) being met. Motion carried unanimously. County Administrator, James Roberts and Mr. pierce addressed the Board concerning the establishment of policies, procedures and rate structures for Monroe County meeting room facilities. Motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Commissioner Harvey to continue the matter until the next Board meeting. Motion carried unanimously. County Engineer, Dave Koppel, addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Commissioner Freeman accepting the Report on the development of County Parks entitled Status Report - Monroe County Park Development. dated March 1997, Prepared by: D. Peacock, Engineering Department. Motion carried unanimously. Community Services Director, Peter Horton, addressed the Board. Motion was made by Mayor Douglass and seconded by Commissioner Freeman granting approval of PSO #96/97-5, for URS Greiner, Inc., to perform an Air Service Market Study for the Marathon Airport; and setting a 365 day completion period. Motion carried unanimously. DIVISION OF SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT 97/66 Solid Waste Director, Clark Lake, discussed a letter to the editor concerning solid waste issues. DIVISION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES Community Services Director, Peter Horton, discussed the status of environmental projects at the Key West International Airport. PUBLIC HEARINGS A Public Hearing was held concerning road abandonment of a portion of Hall's Lane a/k/a 17th Court, Key Vaca, Marathon. Marvin Rappaport and Bill Smith addressed the Board. The Board deferred action on the item for a few moments. A Public Hearing was held concerning an Ordinance amending the building code by adopting SBCCI Standard SSTD 12-94 ("Test Standard for determining impact resistance from windstorm debris; and by including (as an acceptable alternative for impact testing, any hurricane shutter design approved by the "Product Control Section of the Dade County Building Code Compliance Office") and providing that certain modifications be made to our present Hurricane Shutter Ordinance; 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. Frank Storms and Growth Management Director, Bob Herman, addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner Harvey to adopt the following Ordinance. Roll call vote was unanimous. ORDINANCE NO. 008-1997 See Ord. Book No. 42 which is incorporated herein by reference. The continuation of the Public Hearing to renounce and disclaim any right of the County and the pUblic in and to a portion of Hall's Lane a/k/a 17th Court, Hall SUbdivision, Key Vaca. County Attorney, James T. Hendrick addressed the Board. Bill Smith indicated he had no objection. . Motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner London to adopt the following Resolution. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 110-1997 See Res. Book No. 133 which is incorporated herein by reference. A Public Hearing was held on an Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 062-1996 by changing the area included in the Safety Harbor Boating Restricted Area to also include the near shore waters adjacent to the Toll Gate Shores SUbdivision, Lower 97/67 Matecumbe; 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. H. T. Pontin, County Attorney, James T. Hendrick and Marine Projects Coordinator, Kim McGee addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by commissioner London to adopt the following Ordinance. Roll call vote was unanimous. ORDINANCE NO. 009-1997 See Ord. Book No. 42 which is incorporated herein by reference. COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS The Board discussed the situation concerning the Marathon Aviation community regarding the FBO at the Marathon Airport. County. Attorney, James T. Hendrick; Thea Ramsey, Marv Shindler and community Services Director, Peter Horton, addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Commissioner Harvey directing the County Attorney to prepare to litigate the case of Marathon Air Services vs. Monroe county, case no. 94-10180-CA-03 on May 12, 1997 and to continue to conform to.the requirements of the Settlement Agreement. During discussion, Commissioner Harvey withdrew her second and Commissioner Freeman seconded the motion. Thea Ramsey addressed the Board. Roll call vote was unanimous. DIVISION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES community Services Director, Peter Horton, Peter Jones DBA Nolan Enterprises; and County Engineer, Dave Koppel, addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Commissioner Freeman granting approval to award to the second lowest bidder and approval of the Resolutions and contracts between Monroe County and Spirit Marine Towing & Assistance for the projects known as Vaca Cut No Wake and Windley Key Channel Markers. Roll call vote was unanimous. RESOLUTION NO. 111-1997 RESOLUTION NO. 112-1997 See Res. Book No. 133 which is incorporated herein by reference. Mr. Horton discussed with the Board a request from the Disabled American Veterans Post Chapter 122 of Marathon to extend the existing lease for their facilities on the Marathon Airport. Wade Free, representing the Disabled American Veteran's of Monroe County and Bettye Vail, addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Harvey and seconded by Commissioner Reich to send the request to the FAA for their review and concurrence or denial. After discussion, the motion was withdrawn. This matter 97/68 was then referred to Staff. * * * * * DISTRICT #1 LOWER AND MIDDLE KEYS FIRE AND AMBULANCE DISTRICT BOARD OF GOVERNORS The Board of Governors of District #1 Lower and Middle Keys Fire and Ambulance District convened. Present and answering to roll call were Commissioner Shirley Freeman, Commissioner Jack London, Commissioner Al French and Chairman Keith Douglass. Absent was Commissioner Hal Halenza. Motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Commissioner Freeman granting approval and authorizing execution of a Contract between the Board of Governors of the Lower and Middle Keys Fire and Ambulance District, Monroe County and Pride, I,nc., for the refurbishment of Tanker 32 in the amount of $42,685.23. Motion carried unanimously, with Commissioner Halenza not present. There being no further business, the meeting of the Board of Governors of District #1 Lower and Middle Keys Fire and Ambulance District adjourned. * * * * * The Board of County Commissioners reconvened with all Commissioners present. LAND AUTHORITY (SITTING AS COUNTY COMMISSION) Executive Director of the Land Authority, addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to adopt the following Resolution concerning the sale of real property to the Florida Keys Electric Cooperative Association, Inc. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 113-1997 See Res. Book No. 133 which is incorporated herein by reference. Mr. Rosch, George Neugent, and Attorney Nicholas W. Hulick, Esq., representing the Florida Keys Electric Cooperative Association addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner London granting approval and authorizing execution of an Agreement for Sale and Purchase of Lands between the Florida Keys Electric Cooperative Association, 97/69 Inc., and Monroe County to purchase an acreage parcel in Marathon (RE#103340); and an Agreement for Sale and Purchase of Lands between Monroe County and the Florida Keys Electric Cooperative Association, Inc., to sell an acreage parcel on Crawl Key (Pat and Kelly's Marina) (RE#9954). Roll call vote was unanimous. George Neugent, and Tom Wright, President of the Parks and Recreation Board addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Commissioner Freeman directing the County Administrator to prepare a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a Marine & Park Planning Consultant. Motion carried unanimously. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Dave Whitney, Executive Director of the Pigeon Key Foundation, made a presentation to the Board regarding Pigeon Key. Lynn Mapes, addressed the Board. SOUNDING BOARD Dr. Landmeier presented to the Board a brief description of the proposed draft of the Monroe County Comprehensive Offshore Rescue Program. Mr. Landmeier also introduced members of the MCCORP. COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS Mayor Douglass updated the Board on the Strategic P~anning meeting held on February 26, 1997. Julia Trevarthen of the South Florida Regional Planning Council addressed the Board. Motion was made by Mayor Douglass and seconded by Commissioner Freeman directing the County Administrator to recommend to the Board, an amount to be allocated in the 1997-98 budget, which may be used to conduct a Strategic Planning Initiative in other areas of the county. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: commissioner Freeman Yes Commissioner Harvey Yes Commissioner London Yes Commissioner Reich No Mayor Douglass Yes Motion carried. Motion was made by Mayor Douglass and seconded by Commissioner Freeman authorizing the expenditure of up to $5,000 in the Fiscal Year 1996-97 budget to continue working with the 97/70 South Florida Regional Planning Council to continue the visioning process for Lower Matecumbe Key. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: commissioner Freeman Yes Commissioner Harvey Yes Commissioner London Yes Commissioner Reich No Mayor Douglass Yes Motion carried. COUNTY ATTORNEY Motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by commissioner Reich to adopt the following Resolution consenting to the assignment of all County Leases with the Florida Keys Youth Club, Inc., to the Boys and Girls Club of the Keys Area, Inc., if the two non-profit corporations merge, and contingent upon county review. Public Works Director, Dent Pierce, addressed the Board. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 114-1997 See Res. Book No. 133 which is incorporated herein by reference. MISCELLANEOUS Court Administrator, Theresa Westerfield; County Attorney, James T. Hendrick; Cdunty Administrator, James Roberts; and Public Works Director, Dent Pierce, addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Reich and seconded by Commissioner Harvey granting approval to enter into a Business Lease Agreement with Justo Maquiera, contingent upon review by the County Administrator and the Public Works Director, for 1500 square feet of office space to free up existing Guardian Ad Litem office space for six new court personnel. Motion carried unanimously. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Major/Defense Test Manager, Tom Kennedy and Public Relations Director, Janet Tucker of Eglin Air Force Base made a presentation to the Board concerning the recent scoping meetings on the Ballistic'Missile Defense. Motion was made by Mayor Douglass and seconded by commissioner London approving travel for all Commissioners or their designees to travel to Eglin Air Force Base on April 10, 1997 with the appropriate notice to be published pursuant to Florida Sunshine Law. Motion carried unanimously. The following individuals addressed the Board: 97/71 Phil Frank, Barbara Ehrenreich, Tina Henize, Lanie Davie, and Dave Musselman. COHHISSIONERS' ITEMS The Board discussed Ballistic Missile Testing issues. Motion was made by Mayor Douglass and seconded by Commissioner Freeman authorizing the Mayor draft a letter to Representatives Connie Mack, Peter Deutsch and Senator Graham to request their assistance to petition the Ballistic Missile Defense Organization to fully explore SR71 aircraft launch capability. Motion carried unani~ously. DIVISION OF PUBLIC WORKS Public Works Director, Dent Pierce discussed with the Board policy establishment to determine appropriate contractual use of existing and future concession stands located throughout the County for all County parks and beaches as indicated in the document entitled TO THE MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - SUMMARY: COUNTY OWNED CONCESSION STANDS. Mr. pierce indicated he would bring a recommendation back to the Board. Mr. pierce and County Engineer, Dave Koppel addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Reich and seconded by Commissioner Freeman granting approval and authorizing execution of Change Order #2 between Monroe County and J. A. LaRocco Enterprises, Inc. to Friendship Park with no change in completion date and eliminating the sod in the amount of $3850. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. pierce addressed the Board concerning the authorized use of local option fuel taxes. Motion was made by commissioner London and seconded by Commissioner Reich authorizing Mr. Pierce send a letter concerning the gas tax. Motion carried unanimously. County Administrator, James Roberts discussed with the Board the broadcast of the Legislative Session on Channel 16. PUBLIC HEARINGS The continuation of a Public Hearing was held on a proposed amendment to the Land Use District (zoning) map for applicant, Vivienne K. Schleu, for the Galleon Bay Corporation, requesting a land use change from Improved Subdivision (IS) to Commercial Fishing Village (CFV) for property known as Tract A of the Amended Plat of Dolphin Harbour Subdivision on No Name Key. 97/72 Commissioner London advised the Board that he would have to recuse himself from consideration due of the appeal due to previous communications with the applicant. Planning Director, Timothy McGarry discussed the item with the Board. The Board received Public input with the following individuals addressing the Board: Linda Douville, Hallett Douville, Jeanette Gato, R.D. Barber, Carol C. Barber, Attorney Richard Grosso, representing Mick & Alicia Putney, Frank Atwell, Lenore C. Bagley-Lohr, Mick Putney, Alicia Roemmele-Putney, Vicky L. Andrews, Paul W. Andrews, Laura Lee Daniels Brand, H.T. pontin, Eugene Shinkevich, Bob Schneider. The Clerk read into the record a statement from Dr. Jason Brouilletta. Attorney Jim Mattson, representing Petitioner Vivienne K. Schleu, raised an objection to commissioner London's recusal. County Attorney, James T. Hendrick, addressed the Board. The Chair overruled Mr. Mattson's objection. Mr. Grosso rebutted Mr. Mattson's comments. After Board discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Mayor Douglass to adopt the following Resolution denyinq the request filed by Vivienne K. Schleu, on behalf of Galleon Bay Corporation, to amend the Land Use District (zoning) maps from Improved Subdivision (IS) to Commercial Fishing Village (CFV) for property legally described as Tract A of the Amended Plat of Dolphin Harbor Subdivision, section 18, Township 66 South, Range 30 East, Tallahassee Meridian, No Name Key, Monroe County, Florida, and having the Real Estate Identification Number 00319490-004500. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: commissioner Freeman Yes Commissioner Harvey Yes Commissioner Reich No Mayor Douglass Yes Motion carried, with Commissioner London not present. RESOLUTION NO. 115-1997 See Res. Book No. 133 which is incorporated herein by reference. Planning Director, Timothy McGarry, informed the Board that the Planning Department was requesting a continuance of the proposed amendment to the Future Land Use Map and Land Use District (zoning) Map for the Planning Department requesting a future land use change from Residential High (RH) to Mixed Use/Commercial (MU/C) and a zoning change from Urban Residential Mobile Home (URM) to Suburban Commercial (SC) for properties described as Lida Subdivision, First Addition, Block 3, Lot 44 and Block 4, Lots 42 & 43, Marathon, Florida at approximately mile marker 51.5. Motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner London to postpone the Public Hearing to the June 18, 1997 Board meeting. Motion carried unanimously. REVISION 97/73 A Public Hearing was held concerning a proposed amendment to the Future Land Use Map and the Land Use District (zoning) Map for applicant/property owner Carolyn Voit requesting a future land use change from Residential Low (RL) to Mixed Use/Commercial (MU/C) and a zoning change from Suburban Residential (SR) to Commercial (SC) for property described as a portion of Sombrero Properties, Boot Key parcels 10 and lOA, located at approximately mile marker 49 on Boot Key Harbor. Planning Director, Timothy McGarry, Bill Lyons, Ronald Shapiro, and Donald Craig, representing Carolyn Voit addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Reich and seconded by Commissioner London to adopt the following Resolution transmitting a proposed Future Land Use Map Amendment requested by Carolyn voit to amend the Future Land Use Map from Residential Low (RL) to Mixed Use/Commercial (MC) for property located at mile marker 49 and further described as a portion of Sombrero Properties, bordering on Boot Key Harbor, Section 10, Township 66 South, Range 32 East, Vaca Key, Monroe County, Florida, with Real Estate Identification Number 0355430-000. Roll call vote was unanimous. RESOLUTION NO. 116-1997 See Res. Book No. 133 which is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was made by commissioner Reich and seconded by Commissioner London to adopt the following Ordinance approving the request filed by Carolyn Voit to amend the Official Land Use District (zoning) Map from Suburban Residential (SR) to Suburban Commercial (SC) for property located at mile marker 49 and further described as a portion of Sombrero Properties, Boot Key Parcels 10 and lOA, bordering on Boot Key Harbor, section 10, Township 66 South, Range 32 East, Vaca Key, Monroe County, Florida, with Real Estate Identification Number 0355430-000. Roll call vote was unanimous. ORDINANCE NO. 010-1997 See Ord. Book No. 42 which is incorporated herein by reference. A Public Hearing was held transmitting a proposed Future Land Use Map Amendment requested by the Monroe County Planning Department to the Florida Department of Community Affairs for review and comment that changes the future land use designation from Residential Medium (RM) to Residential High (RH) for properties legally described as Lots 1-14, Key Colony Subdivision #1; all of Lots 3-12, 19-42, Key Colony Subdivision #2, All of Lots 7-11, Block 2; Lot 3, Block 4; all of Lots 1-6, Block 5; all of Lots 1-3, Block 6, Key Colony Subdivision #4, section 6, Township 66 South, Range 33 East, Tallahassee REVISION 97/74 Meridian, Key Vaca, Monroe County, Florida, mile marker 53.5. The Real Estate Identification Numbers are: 0333670 through 00333800; 00334070 through 00334160; 00334230 through 00334460; 00335070 through 00335170; 00335200 through 00335230; 00335260; 00335300 through 00335380. Planning Director, Timothy McGarry, addressed the Board. There was no public input. Motion was made by Commissioner Reich and seconded by Commissioner London to adopt the following Resolution. Roll call vote was unanimous. RESOLUTION NO. 117-1997 See Res. Book No. 133 which is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was made by commissioner Reich and seconded by Commissioner London to adopt the following Ordinance approvinq the request filed by the Monroe County Planning Department to amend the Official Land Use Maps to change the zoning from Improved Subdivision (IS) to Improved SUbdivision-Duplex (IS-D) for property described as Lots 1-14, Key Colony Subdivision #1; All of Lots 3-12, 19-42, Key Colony Subdivision #2; All of Lots 7-11, Block 2; All of Lots 1-6 and 9-12, Block 3, Lot 3, Block 4; All of Lots 1-6, Block 5; All of Lots 1-3, Block 6, Key Colony Subdivision #4, Section 6, Township 66 South, Range 33 East, Tallahassee Meridian, Key Vaca, Monroe County, Florida, mile marker 53.5. The Real Estate Identification Numbers are: 00333670 through 00333800; 00334070 through 00334160; 00334230 through 00334460; 00335070 through 00335170; 00335200 through 00335230; 00335260; 00335300 through 00335380. Roll call vote was unanimous. ORDINANCE NO. 011-1997 See Ord. Book No. 42 which is incorporated herein by reference. DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT Growth Management Director, Bob Herman, updated the Board on FEMA issues and FEMA's letter dated February 25, 1997. Bettye Chaplin and Joanie Nelson addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner Harvey directing Mr. Herman to respond to FEMA's letter to be signed by the Mayor. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Herman updated the Board on docks and discussed an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Florida Department of community Affairs and Monroe county to set interim standards for marine/terrestrial access in Monroe County. H. T. pontin addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Commissioner Freeman granting approval and 97/75 authorizing execution of the Agreement. Roll call vote was unanimous. Mr. Herman discussed the 2010 Comprehensive Plan that will go before the Governor and Cabinet in Mayor June, 1997; the status of the 18 Mile Stretch; the Stormwater Master Plan and commitments from the South Florida Water Management District in the amount of $500,000 between now to 10/97, $500,000 from 10/97 to 9/30/98 and $125,000 from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Mr. Herman discussed a letter dated March 13, 1997, to Governor La~on Chiles and the Cabinet from James F. Murley, Secretary of the Department of Community Affairs, regarding the Annual Status Report for the Florida Keys Area of critical State Concern (ACSC). Planning Director, Timothy McGarry, County Administrator, James Roberts addressed the Board and Bettye Chaplin addressed the Board. The Board directed Mr. McGarry to respond to March 13, 1997 letter. County Attorney, James T. Hendrick, also discussed the March 13, 1997, letter to Governor Lawton Chiles and the Cabinet from James F. Murley, Secretary of the Department of Community Affairs; the Ocean Cay (casino boat); Key Largo/Holiday Harbor; Lobster Walk; Plaza Associates; and the Harris Property Act Claim (Wollards-Drossel) matters. COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS Motion was made by Mayor Douglass and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to adopt the following Resolution in support of the public policy contributions of Florida Keys Chambers of Commerce; Reaffirming the policy of encouraging such contributions; Requiring that no actions be taken by Monroe County employees or officials inconsistent with that policy or with the Constitutions of Florida and the united States of America; and incorporating the substantive provisions of this Resolution into the Code of Ethics. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 118-1997 See Res. Book No. 133 which is incorporated herein by reference. The Board discussed the removal of "exotic invasive vegetation" in Monroe County and direction of Staff to request funding from the state for assistance in the removal of same. Solid Waste Director, Clark Lake and Pat McNeese of the Florida Keys Invasive Exotics Task Force addressed the Board. No official action was taken. 97/76 COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR County Administrator, James Roberts updated the Board on the Compensation and Classifications study to be performed by Coopers & Lybrand. COUNTY ATTORNEY county Attorney, James T. Hendrick, discussed the Legislative Bill concerning Incorporation of Islamorada. After a lengthy Board discussion, motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Commissioner Reich authorizing Mr. Hendrick to prepare a letter for the Mayor's signature expressing the Board's concerns about the incorporation and requesting the deletion of subsection (C), on page 24; expressing reservation on overriding provisions in section (7) and (8), on page 25; and deleting section (2), on page 26. Roll call vote was unanimous. Mr. Hendrick discussed the Florida Association of Counties position on Article V funding. Motion was made by Commissioner -London and seconded by Commissioner Harvey to support the State legislation to provide adequate state funding of Article V mandates including funding for witness fees, court reporting, deposition costs, small court facility needs and conflict appointed counsel; and further, directing the County Administrator and the County Attorney to work with the Florida Association of Counties and Florida Association of County Attorneys concerning the pending Islamorada incorporation legislation. Roll call vote was unanimous. Mr. Hendrick discussed the Post, Buckley; Avis; Florida Keys Taxi; Marquette; and Baptists matters. There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned. Danny L. Kolhage Clerk to the Board of county commissioners of Monroe County Dou c. ~ Deputy Clerk