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MINUTES
OF THE MONROE COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Regular Meeting
Board of County Commissioners
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Key West, Florida
A Regular Meeting of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners
convened at 9:00 A.M., at the Harvey Government Center. Present and answering to roll
call were Commissioner Charles "Sonny" McCoy, Commissioner Sylvia Murphy,
Commissioner George R. Neugent, Commissioner Dixie M. Spehar and Mayor Mario
DiGennaro. Also present at the meeting were Thomas Willi, County Administrator;
Danny L. Kolhage, Clerk; Isabel C. DeSantis, Deputy Clerk; County Staff, members of
the press and radio; and the general public.
ADDITIONS, CORRECTIONS, DELETIONS
Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner
Spehar granting approval of Additions, Corrections, and Deletions to the agenda. Motion
carried unanimously.
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS
Presentation of Mayor's Proclamation recognizing July 26,2007 as ADA
Anniversary Day.
BULK APPROVALS
Motion was made by Commissioner McCoy and seconded by Commissioner
Spehar granting approval of the following items:
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Renewal Agreement
between Monroe County and Preferred Governmental Claims Solutions (PGCS) for Third
Party Administration of the Workers' Compensation Program for Monroe County.
Board granted approval of Renewal of Airport Liability Insurance with Ace USA
through Arthur J. Gallagher and Company. Provides $50 million in liability insurance
coverage for Airport Operations (Key West and Marathon).
Board adopted the following Resolutions for the Transfer of Funds and
Resolutions for the Receipt of Unanticipated Revenue:
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.1).
RESOLUTION NO. 236-2007
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Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.2).
RESOLUTION NO. 237-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.3).
RESOLUTION NO. 238-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.4).
RESOLUTION NO. 239-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.5).
RESOLUTION NO. 240-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.6).
RESOLUTION NO. 241-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.7).
RESOLUTION NO. 242-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.8).
RESOLUTION NO. 243-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.9).
RESOLUTION NO. 244-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 10).
RESOLUTION NO. 245-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. II).
RESOLUTION NO. 246-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 12).
RESOLUTION NO. 247-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Receipt of Unanticipated Funds COMB Schedule Item No. 13).
RESOLUTION NO. 248-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds COMB Schedule Item No. 14).
RESOLUTION NO. 249-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds COMB Schedule Item No. 15).
RESOLUTION NO. 250-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds COMB Schedule Item No. 16).
RESOLUTION NO. 251-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds COMB Schedule Item No. 17).
RESOLUTION NO. 252-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds COMB Schedule Item No. 18).
RESOLUTION NO. 253-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds COMB Schedule Item No. 19).
RESOLUTION NO. 254-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds COMB Schedule Item No. 20).
RESOLUTION NO. 255-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds COMB Schedule Item No. 21).
RESOLUTION NO. 256-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds COMB Schedule Item No. 22).
RESOLUTION NO. 257-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval to advertise Public Hearings concerning the annual non-
ad valorem assessment for the collection, disposal, and recycling of residential solid
waste; and the establishment of collection, disposal, and recycling rates for commercial
waste stream generators, as required by Florida Statutes.
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Board adopted the following Resolution adopting the tentative Residential Solid
Waste Collection, Disposal and Recycling Rates for the Fiscal Year 2007 - 2008.
RESOLUTION NO. 258-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution adopting the tentative per month Solid
Waste Collection, Disposal, and Recycling Service Rates for commercial property in the
various Solid Waste Collection Franchise Areas for Fiscal Year 2008.
RESOLUTION NO. 259-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval to award bid and authorized execution of an Agreement
between Monroe County and US Biosystems, Inc. (lowest bidder) for Ground Water and
Surface Water Sampling and Analysis at the County's three (3) landfills.
Board granted approval to award bid and authorized execution of an Agreement
between Monroe Colinty and Weathertrol Maintenance Corp. for central air conditioning
maintemmce and repair for County facilities in the lower keys.
Board granted approval to enter into a one-year Residential Lease between
Monroe County and a Law Enforcement Officer of the Monroe County Sheriffs Office
to reside in Unit B ofthe duplex located at Key Largo Community Park.
Board granted approval to extend the Agreement with Beyer Funeral Home
located in the Upper Keys to continue to lease premises for use as interim Medical
Examim:r facilities on a month-to-month basis, effective October 1, 2007, until
completion of the new facility.
Board granted approval to extend Agreement with Florida Keys Funeral Services,
LLC located in Big Pine Key to continue to sub-lease premises for use as interim Medical
Examim:r facilities on a month-to-month basis, effective October 1,2007, until
completion of the new facility.
Board granted approval of award of bid and authorized execution of a Cleaning
Contract between Monroe County and Culver's Cleaning Company to provide Janitorial
Services at Florida Keys Marathon Airport, in the amount of $39,600 per year.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Fourth Amendment to
Lease Agreement between Monroe County and Tony D' Aiuto d/b/a Antique Aircraft
Restorations, a lessee at the Florida Key Marathon Airport.
Board granted approval to advertise for sealed bids for the purchase of a new
ambulance that meets the needs of Monroe County, as determined by the Fire Rescue
Apparatus and Equipment Committee.
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Board accepted the Receipt of the Monthly Report on Change Orders reviewed by
the County Administrator's Office. There were five change orders considered and
approved by the County Administrator for the period beginning June 1, 2007 and ending
June 30, 2007 for a total of $32,029.61. Said report is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of the Institutional Medicaid
Provider Agreement between Monroe County and the Agency for Health Care
Administration for Monroe County Bayshore Manor to re-enroll in a Provider Agreement
for participation in the Title XIX Institutional Florida Medicaid Program.
Board adopted the following Resolution authorizing certain agents of the animal
control contractors to enforce Chapter 3, Monroe County Code, and Chapter 828, Florida
Statutes, and to issue citations for violations of the Monroe County Code, including
requiring appearance for disposition in County Court; and providing for removal of
authority for certain agents previously provided authority by the Commission and
approved by a Judge ofthe Sixteenth Judicial Circuit, Monroe County, Florida.
RESOLUTION NO. 260-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment (1 st
Amendment) to Agreement between Monroe County and Ameurop Travel Services to
exercise option in Agreement to extend for two (2) additional years.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Agreement between
Monroe County and Cellet Travel Services Ltd. to provide European Sales and
Promotional Services which promote tourism commencing October 1, 2007.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Agreement for Public
Relations Services between Monroe County and Stuart Newman Associates, Inc. d/b/a
Newman PR to provide public relations services which promote tourism effective
October 1, 2007.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment (1 st
Amendment) to Agreement between Monroe County and the Gay & Lesbian Community
Center o:fKey West, Inc. to revise date of event and scope of services.
Board granted approval of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council
2007-2008 Marketing Plan.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
Board granted approval of Commissioner Spehar's appointment of Ms. Michelle
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Wisniewski to the Florida Keys Council for People with Disabilities, the term for re-
appointment is three (3) years.
Board granted approval of Commissioner Spehar's appointment of City
Commissioner, Mr. Bill Verge to the Key West Beach Advisory Board, replacing Mr.
Tom Sawyer who passed away.
COUNTY CLERK
Board granted official approval of the Board of County Commissioners minutes
from the Special Meetings of May 2, 17 and 21, 2007 and Regular Meeting of May 16,
2007 (previously distributed).
Board granted approval of the following Warrants (102333-102441 & 518164-
519035): General Fund (001), in the amount of$I,564,518.19; Fine & Forfeiture Fund
(101), in the amount of$123,296.68; Road and Bridge Fund (102), in the amount of
$207,043.67; TDC District Two Penny (115), in the amount of$245,350.43; TDC
Admin. & Promo 2 Cent (116), in the amount of $426,300. 18; TDC District 1,3 Cent
(117), in the amount of$127,220.35; TDC District 2,3 Cent (118), in the amount of
$50,687.92; TDC District 3,3 Cent (119), in the amount of$31,954.07; TDC District
4,3 Cent (120), in the amount of $119,307.00; TDC District 5,3 Cent (121), in the
amount of$146,454.13; Gov. Fund Type Grants (125), in the amount of $2,731,985.29;
Impact Fees Roadways (130), in the amount of $84,476.68; Fire & Amb Dist 1 L&M
Keys (141), in the amount of$316,920.55; Upper Keys Health Care (144), in the
amount of$9.75; Fire & Amb Dist 6 Key Largo (146), in the amount of$300.00; Uninc
Svc Dist Parks & Rec (147), in the amount of$160,722.25; Plan, Build, Zoning (148),
in the amount of$332,508.42; Municipal Policing (149), in the amount of$I,685.23;
911 Enhancement Fee (150), in the amount of$236,575.35; Duck Key Security (152),
in the amount of$3,984.07; Local Housing Assistance (153), in the amount of
$287,100.00; Boating Improvement Fund (157), in the amount of$46,371.83; Misc.
Special Revenue Fund (158), in the amount of $1,144,496.32; Environmental
Restoration (160), in the amount of$8,298.73; Law Enforcement Trust (162), in the
amount of$13,500.00; Bay Point Wastewater MSTU (168), in the amount of $46.94;
Big Coppitt Wastewater MSTU (169), in the amount of$208.94; Key Largo
Wastewater MSTU (170), in the amount of$564.73; Stock Island Wastewater (171),
in the amount of $33.24; Cudjoe-Sugarloaf MSTU (172), in the amount of $36.01;
Conch Key MSTU (174), in the amount of$39.48; Long Key, Layton MSTU (175), in
the amount of$36.01; Duck Key MSTU (175), in the amount of$36.04; 1 Cent Infra
Surtax (304), in the amount of$3,666,142.98; 2003 Revenue Bonds (307), in the
amount of$709,702.98; Card Sound Bridge (401), in the amount of$I,204,627.75;
Marathon Airport (403), in the amount of $66,902.76; Key West Inti. Airport (404),
in the amount of$I,019,738.28; KW AlP Series 2006 Bonds (405), in the amount of
$342,906.41; MSD Solid Waste (414), in the amount of$799, 183.42; Worker's
Compensation (501), in the amount of$13,338.03; Group Insurance Fund (502), in
the amount of$90,823.81; Risk Management Fund (503), in the amount of
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$129,158.52; Fleet Management Fund (504), in the amount of$158,407.75,
Fire&EMS LOSAP Trust Fund (610), in the amount of$510.00.
Board granted approval of the following Tourist Development Council
Expenditures for the month of June, 2007: Advertising, in the amount of$660,756.73;
Bricks &: Mortar/Interlocal Projects, in the amount of$68,033.89; Visitor Information
Services, in the amount of$60,333.60; Events, in the amount of$84,073.06; Office
Supplies & Operating Costs, in the amount of$37,275.08; Personal Services, in the
amount of$62,567.18; Public Relations, in the amount of$104,097.00; Sales &
Marketing, in the amount of $44,560.34; Telephone & Utilities, in the amount of
$18,455.08; Travel, in the amount of$7,122.12.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a an Audit Contract between
Monroe County and Cherry, Bekaert & Holland, LLP for the provision of providing
professional auditing services.
Board granted approval to remove surplus equipment from inventory via disposal
or advertise for bid. Said schedule is incorporated herein by reference.
COUNTY ATTORNEY
Board granted authorization to institute collection proceedings and/or enter
settlement negotiations with Jerome Pfahning in Code Enforcement Case No.
CE05020266.
Board granted approval of the April 23, 2007 Invoice No. 1598854 in the amount
of $36,2:54.00 from Paul Hastings for services regarding Galleon Bay v. Monroe County,
Case No, 2004-CA-02-595-K.
Board granted approval ofthe April 2007 Invoice No. 1603123 in the amount of
$31,185.00 from Paul Hastings for services regarding Emmert v. Monroe County, Case
No. 02-CA-520-P.
Board granted approval of the May 30,2007 Invoice No. 1608121 in the amount
of $36,3:56.00 from Paul Hastings for services regarding Collins v. Monroe County, Case
No.2004-CA-379-M
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Lease Agreement between
Monroe County and 12th Street LTD to relocate the County Attorney's Office to the Key
West Professional Building on 12th Street.
Board adopted the following Resolution designating a "Brownfields" area in the
County of Monroe, Florida to include the Old BaltuffDump Site on Middle Torch Key,
for the purpose of environmental remediation, rehabilitation and economic development,
further directing the Clerk of the Court transmit a copy of this Resolution to the Florida
Department of Environmental Protection to provide notification of said designation
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pursuant to Chapter 62-785, F.A.C., Brownjields Cleanup Criteria Rule (Note: Item is
re-opened later in the meeting for further discussion).
RESOLUTION NO. 261-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Agreement for Probation
Services between Monroe County and Court Options, Inc. for misdemeanor probation
services. Motion carried unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS BULK APPROVALS
The Board discussed removing the termite-ridden tiki hut structures at the Blue
Heron Park, Big Pine Key. The following individual addressed the Board: Ron Miller.
After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by
Commissioner Murphy approving the request. Motion carried unanimously.
Lisa Tennyson, Affordable Housing Coordinator discussed the approval of
committee ranking and authorization to qualify seven developers to provide housing
development services and to be included on Monroe County's list of Approved Housing
Development Service Providers for future affordable/workforce housing projects. The
following individuals addressed the Board: Ron Miller, Diane Beruldson, Jorge
Lamadrid, representing Jorge Lamadrid Construction, and Bob Calhoun, representing
Habitat for Humanity Key West. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner
Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Murphy to accept all seven (7) developers. The
document entitled RFQ - Affordable & Employee Workforce Housing at 4 specified
locations is incorporated herein by reference. Motion carried unanimously.
Dent Pierce, Public Works Director discussed the Interlocal Agreement with the
Monroe County School Board concerning SugarloafSchool Park. Tom Will, County
Administrator and Suzanne Hutton, County Attorney addressed the Board. The Board
took no official action.
The Board discussed the approval to continue to retain four (4) Flight Nurse
positions for the Trauma Star Program on a temporary basis pending the outcome ofthe
RFP process. The following individual addressed the Board: Harry Miller. Sheriff
Richard D. Roth then discussed the matter. After discussion, motion was made by
Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner McCoy to accept the Sheriffs
commitment to continue to retain the four (4) flight nurse positions including benefits
with funding to be provided from the Sheriffs Asset Forfeiture Fund. Roll call vote was
taken with the following results:
Commissioner McCoy Yes
Commissioner Murphy No
Commissioner Neugent Yes
Commissioner Spehar Yes
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Mayor DiGennaro
Yes
Motion carried.
COUNTY ATTORNEY
Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner
McCoy to re-open the agenda to reconsider Item N.12 concerning a Resolution
designating a "Brownfields" area in the County of Monroe, Florida to include the Old
BaltuffDump Site on Middle Torch Key, for the purpose of environmental remediation,
rehabilitation and economic development, further directing the Clerk ofthe Court
transmit a copy ofthis Resolution to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection
to provide notification of said designation pursuant to Chapter 62-785, F.A.C.,
Brownfields Cleanup Criteria Rule. Motion carried unanimously.
MONROE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR
Denise Henriquez, Tax Collector presented the recap of the 2006 Tax Roll, the list
ofEITors and Insolvencies for the 2006 Tax Roll, and requested approval of the 2007 Tax
Roll to be extended and the bills be mailed prior to completion of Value Adjustment
Board Hearings. Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by
Commissioner Murphy authorizing the extension of the 2007 Tax Roll. Motion carried
unanimously.
COUNTY ATTORNEY
The Board discussed a Resolution designating a "Brownfields" area in the County
of Monroe, Florida to include the Old BaltuffDump Site on Middle Torch Key, for the
purpose of environmental remediation, rehabilitation and economic development, further
directing the Clerk ofthe Court transmit a copy ofthis Resolution to the Florida
Department of Environmental Protection to provide notification of said designation
pursuant to Chapter 62-785, F.A.C., Brownfields Cleanup Criteria Rule. The following
individuals addressed the Board: Mike Tinnell and Bill Loewy, founder of Habitat for
Humanity. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded
by Commissioner Neugent to approve the Resolution. Motion carried unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS BULK APPROVALS
Mark Rosch, Land Authority Director provided the Board with the second draft
inventory list of all real property within Monroe County to which the county holds fee
simple title that is appropriate for use as affordable housing approval to advertise a Public
Hearing in August for the Board to review and possibly revise the inventory list. After
discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner
Murphy granting approval of the advertisement. Motion carried unanimously.
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MISCELLANEOUS ITEM
Suzanne Hutton, County Attorney introduced Greg Oropeza. Mr. Oropeza is a
summer law clerk working in the County Attorney's Office.
MISCELLANEOUS BULK APPROVALS
Dave Koppel, County Engineer addressed the Board concerning approval to
rescind Resolution 519b-2006 requesting the Florida Department of Transportation to
give Monroe County real property (right-of-way) on Stock Island for the purpose of
constructing a Public Library. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner
Spehar and seconded by Commissioner Murphy to rescind the Resolution. Motion
carried unanimously.
Suzanne Hutton, County Attorney discussed the Purchase and Sale Agreement
between Monroe County and King's Pointe Marina LLC for the sale of the Hickory
House property. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and
seconded by Commissioner Murphy to table the item. Motion carried unanimously.
Connie Christian, representing the Florida Keys Society for the Prevention of
Cruelty to Animals addressed the Board concerning a Resolution of the Monroe County
Board of County Commissioners exploring the possibility of the City of Key West
deeding to Monroe County the parcels ofland on Stock Island now used for animal
control offices, animal sheltering, parking, and associated uses. After discussion, motion
was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner Murphy to adopt the
following Resolution. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 262-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
The Board discussed reducing or eliminating the number of days that bids are
advertised and the number of newspapers they are advertised in. Suzanne Hutton,
County Attorney discussed the matter. After discussion, motion was made by
Commissioner Murphy and seconded Commissioner Spehar to advertise request for bids
one time in all three area newspapers - Key Noter, Reporter, and Key West Citizen.
Motion carried unanimously.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
The Board discussed Mayor DiGennaro's item concerning a Resolution
supporting a program to convert decommissioned septic tanks to cisterns for landscape
irrigation and other non-potable water uses. Robert Eadie, J.D., Administrator of the
Monroe County Health Department addressed the Board. Suzanne Hutton, County
Attorney discussed the matter. Commissioner Neugent excused himself from the
meeting. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Murphy and seconded by
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Commissioner Spehar to adopt the following Resolution. Motion carried unanimously,
with Commissioner Neugent not present.
RESOLUTION NO. 263-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner
Murphy authorizing the Mayor to send a letter on behalf of the Board of County
Commissioners to the Department of Health recommending a variance procedure to
provide property owners decommissioning septic tanks for central wastewater hookup to
convert the cleaned septic tank to a cistern. Motion carried unanimously, with
Commissioner Neugent not present.
Commissioner Neugent entered the meeting and took his seat.
STAFF REPORTS
Emplovee Services - Teresa Aguiar, Division Director advised the Board that she
will not pursue a Request for Proposals for employee training as previously discussed
with the Board as the grant will not fund the training.
Public Works - Dent Pierce, Division Director advised the Board that the Tourist
Development Council has granted funding for the following projects: African Memorial
Phase II, in the amount of$118,000; Lighting for West Martello Towers, in the amount
of $50,000; and a concrete slab around the pool at Harry Harris Park, in the amount of
$31,700.
Airports - Peter Horton, Airports Director reported the following matters: Delta
Airlines will be suspending flights at the Florida Keys Marathon Airport as of September
6,2007; Gulfstream Airlines plan to serve the Florida Keys Marathon Airport; and Status
of the Grant Funding Agreement from the United States Department of Transportation.
Bob Shillinger, Chief Assistant County Attorney briefly discussed the Grant Funding
Agreement.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
Commissioner Neugent discussed his item concerning the acceptance by the
Board of County Commissioners of the "Operation Seamless" Action Plan for Affordable
Housing as proposed by the Department of Community Affairs which was designed by a
multi-division agency team concept as a plan to guide future Affordable Housing
decisions and development. Suzanne Hutton, County Attorney read into the record a
letter from the Department of Community Affairs - Charles Gauthier, AICP Director,
Division of Community Planning, dated July 17, 2007. The following individuals
addressed! the Board: Diane Beruldson, John Hammerstrom, Ed Swift, representing the
Affordablle Task Force; and Attorney Jerry Coleman, P.L., representing Monroe County-
Workforce Housing. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and
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seconded by Commissioner Murphy to advertise a workshop with the Board of County
Commissioners, and designated representatives from the Planning Commission,
Affordable Housing Task Force and Department of Community Affairs. Motion carried
unanimously.
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FIRE & AMBULANCE DISTRICT 1
BOARD OF GOVERNORS
The Board of Governors for the Fire and Ambulance District I convened. Present
and answering to roll call were Commissioner George Neugent, Commissioner Sylvia
Murphy, Mayor Mario DiGennaro, and Councilman Clark Snow, alternate. Absent were
Mayor Norman Anderson and Vice Mayor William Dilley.
Gary Boswell, Batallion Chief - representing James Callahan, Acting Fire Chief
summarized the status of Monroe County Fire Stations, equipment and apparatus. The
following individuals addressed the Board: Jim Hupp, Bill Bradbury, representing the
SugarloafShores Property Owners Association; Bob Adair, representing the Sugarloaf
Key Volunteer Fire Department; Kathy Wheeler, representing the Big Pine Key Civic
Association, and Diane Beruldson. Dave Koppel, County Engineer discussed the
construction status of certain Monroe County Fire Stations. The Board took no official
action.
The Board of Governors also discussed the direction to Staff to bring back a
compreh'~nsive report and plan to address the overdue start of construction of the
following fire stations: Conch Key, Big Pine Key, SugarloafKey, and Stock Island in
conjunction with a report for necessary staffto properly operate said stations. Report on
equipment ordered and equipment that needs to be ordered to properly provide adequate
protection for fire and EMS. Clarification on why taxpayers are not paying - already-
enough taxes to expect quality service from Monroe County Fire and EMS.
There being no further business, the meeting of Board of Governors for the Fire
and Ambulance District I, was adjourned.
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The Board of County Commissioners meeting reconvened with all commissioners
present.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
The Board discussed Commissioner Spehar's item concerning a request that the
Board of County Commissioners direct Growth Management Staff to immediately
identify and initiate the method for adopting the proposed 2007 U.S. Navy Boca Chica
Air Station AICUZ analysis and corresponding maps, together with analyzing which
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County Land Development Regulations and Comprehensive Plan elements must be
amended to accomplish the adoption according to the appropriate parts of State law. The
following individuals addressed the Board: Captain J. R. Brown, representing the Naval
Air Station Boca Chica; Paul Caruso, representing Stop the Planes.com; Diane
Beruldson, Ron Miller, representing Upper Keys Citizens Association; Peter Bac1e,
Rosario Scavelli, and John Hammerstrom. Andrew Trivette, Growth Management
Director, discussed the matter. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner
Spehar and seconded by Commissioner Murphy directing Growth Management Staff to
immediately identify and initiate the method for adopting the proposed 2007 U.S. Navy
Boca Chica Air Station AICUZ analysis and corresponding maps, together with
analyzing which County Land Development Regulations and Comprehensive Plan
elements must be amended to accomplish the adoption according to the appropriate parts
of State law. After further discussion, the motion was withdrawn. Motion was then
made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner Neugent directing
Growth Management Staffto identify a process and to initiate same to analyze the
AICUZ recommendations and to bring forward a recommendation as to how to address
them. Roll call vote was unanimous.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A Public Hearing was held to consider adoption of an Ordinance amending
Chapter 11-12(b), Monroe County Code to increase the surcharge to $5.00 for each Civil
Traffic penalty; 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 Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Spehar to adopt the
following Ordinance. Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 034-2007
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
WASTEWATER ISSUES
The Board discussed the Big Coppitt Key and Duck Key initial assessment
Resolution and approval to advertise a Public Hearing for same, describing the method of
assessment against certain properties in the Big Coppitt Key and Duck Key sewer service
areas. Attorney Jerry Coleman, P.L., representing Monroe County - Workforce Housing
addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by
Commissioner McCoy to adopt the Resolution. During discussion, the second to the
motion withdrew. The motion was then seconded by Commissioner Neugent to adopt the
following Resolution. Roll call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner McCoy No
The Board continued to discuss the item before completion of the vote. Liz
Wood, Sr. Administrator - Sewer Projects; Dave Koppel, County Engineer; and Tom
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Willi, County Administrator discussed the matter. Roll call vote was continued with the
following results:
Commissioner Murphy Yes
Commissioner Neugent Yes
Commissioner Spehar Yes
Mayor DiGennaro Yes
Motion earried.
Resolution relating to the provision of wastewater service to properties;
describing the system development fee, collection costs and the other terms and
conditions of the non-ad valorem annual wastewater assessments; establishing the
amount ,md term of the annual wastewater assessment for each parcel of property to be
assessed:; directing preparation of the initial non-ad valorem assessment roll; establishing
a public hearing to consider imposition ofthe proposed wastewater assessments and the
method oftheir collection; directing the provision of notice in connection therewith; and
providing an effective date.
RESOLUTION NO, 264-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner
Murphy granting approval to advertise a Public Hearing to adopt the Big Coppitt
Regional Wastewater Treatment System Facilities Plan at the August BOCC meeting.
Motion carried unanimously.
Elizabeth Wood, Senior Administrator - Sewer Projects and Dave Koppel,
County Engineer discussed the matter. After discussion, motion was made by
Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner Murphy granting approval to
advertise a Public Hearing to adopt Duck Key Regional Wastewater Treatment System
Facilities Plan at the August BOCC Meeting. Roll call vote was taken with the following
results:
Commissioner McCoy No
Commissioner Murphy Yes
Commissioner Neugent Yes
Commissioner Spehar Yes
Mayor DiGennaro Yes
Motion carried.
Motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner
Neugent granting approval and authorizing execution of a 20' Sewer Utility Easement
Agreement for Tract C of Porpoise Point Section Four on Big Coppitt Key, Real Estate
ill 00155820-000000. Motion carried unanimously.
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Chris Johnson and William Barry, representing KW Resort Utilities Corp.
discussed with the Board the Big Coppitt Sewer - Bulk Agreement. The Board took no
official action.
STAFF REPORTS
Growth Management - Andrew Trivette, Division Director discussed division
improvements for the building department permit process. Mr. Trivette informed the
Board that the department is working on a new fee schedule for Code Enforcement,
Planning and Building Departments. The following individuals addressed the Board:
Dave Score, Superintendent representing Florida Keys National Marine
SanctuarylNOAA; and Bruce Popham, representing the Sanctuary Advisory Council.
Tom WiHi, County Administrator discussed the Marine Resources Department and
related matters. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and
seconded by Commissioner Murphy to reinstate the Marine Resources Department. Roll
call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner McCoy No
Commissioner Murphy Yes
Commissioner Neugent Yes
Commissioner Spehar No
Mayor DiGennaro No
Motion failed.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A Public Hearing was held to consider adoption of a Resolution extending Interim
Development Ordinance (IDO) No. 017-2005 and deferring the acceptance of
development applications for the redevelopment and/or conversion of marine facilities
including commercial marinas and the working waterfront until land development
regulations and comprehensive plan amendments are drafted; providing for exemptions;
providing for expiration on January 9, 2008 or when the amendments become effective,
whichever occurs first. The following individual addressed the Board: Kay Thacker.
Andrew Trivette, Growth Management Director discussed the matter. After discussion,
motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner Neugent to
adopt the following Resolution, as revised.
Said resolution was revised to indicate that the IDO be extended for one (1) year
or until changes in the Land Development Regulations (LDRs) or Comprehensive Plan
become effective, which ever comes first. ( Note: Item is re-opened later in the meeting
and reconsidered).
RESOLUTION NO. 265-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference
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Motion earried unanimously.
A Public Hearing was held to consider adoption of an Ordinance repealing
Sections 9.5-171 through 9.5-174 of the Monroe County Code concerning Beneficial Use
Determinations; providing for new Regulations concerning Beneficial Use
Determinations; providing a forum for relief; providing an application process; providing
for a hearing and recommendation by a Special Master; providing for forwarding such
recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners for a hearing; providing for
standards, burden of proof and forms of relief; providing for codification, severability and
repeal of inconsistent provisions; providing for forwarding ofthis Ordinance to the
Department of Community Affairs and the Secretary of State; providing for an effective
date. There was no public input. Motion was made by Commissioner Murphy and
seconded by Commissioner Spehar to adopt the following Ordinance, (original version). *
Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 035-2007
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
Suzanne Hutton, County Attorney addressed the Board. Motion was made by
Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner Murphy to re-open the item.
Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded
by Commissioner Murphy to approve the Resolution to defer the acceptance of
applications for the redevelopment and/or conversion of marine facilities including
commercial marinas and the working waterfront for one (1) year or until changes in the
Land Development Regulations (LDRs) or Comprehensive Plan become effective, which
ever comes first. Motion carried unanimously.
A Public Hearing was held to consider adoption of an Ordinance approving a
request by Pine and Palms Trailer Park Association for a Land Use District Map
amendment from Urban Residential Mobile Home-Limited (URM-L) to Urban
Residential Mobile Home (URM) for property legally described as Lots 1-16, Maloney
Subdivision, Pine & Palms Trailer Park, Stock Island, Section 35, Township 67, Range
25, Monroe County, Florida, having real estate numbers: 00126100.000101,
00126100.000102,00126100.000103, 00126100.000104, 00126100.000105,
00126100.000106,00126100.000107, 00126100.000108, 00126100.000109,
00126100.000110,00126100.000111, 00126100.000112, 00126100.000113,
00126100.000114,00126100.000115, and 00126100.000116. There was no public input.
Motion was made by Commissioner Murphy and seconded by Commissioner Spehar to
adopt the following Ordinance. Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 036-2007
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
A Public Hearing was held to consider adoption of an Ordinance approving the
request by Lee Robert Rohe, on behalf of Ruben Investment Properties, to amend the
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Land Use District Map for the following properties from Improved Subdivision (IS) to
Sub Urban Commercial (Se). The properties are physically located on First Street, Big
Coppitt Key and are legally described as Block 18, Lot 1, Johnsonville Subdivision, PB
1-53, Big Coppitt Key, Momoe County, Florida and part Govermnent Lot 3, Big Coppitt
Key, Momoe County, Florida. The real estate numbers are 00153240.000000 and
00121660.000000, at approximate mile marker 10. Andrew Trivette, Growth
Management addressed the Board. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner
Spehar and seconded by Cormnissioner Murphy to adopt the following Ordinance.
Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 037-2007
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
A Public Hearing was held to consider adoption of an Ordinance providing for a
moratorium on the acceptance of development applications for the redevelopment of
mobile home parks within unincorporated Monroe County; providing for exemptions;
providing for vested rights; providing for appeals; providing for exhaustion of
administrative remedies; providing for a cormnencement date of May 16, 2007 and an
expiration date of November 16,2007, or when amendments to the mobile home park
redevelopment regulations become effective, whichever comes first; providing for
transmittal to the Department of Community Affairs; providing for severability; and
providing for an effective date. The Board accepted public input with the following
individuals addressing the Board: Diane Beruldson, Pauline Klein, and Robert Cintron.
After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Mayor
DiGennaro to adopt the following Ordinance. Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 038-2007
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
STAFF REPORTS
Engineering - Dave Koppel, Division Director discussed the following county
projects: Pigeon Key Ferry Service; Funding requests before the Tourist Development
Council- DAC not approved: Higg's Beach Pier, Murray E. Nelson Building, and the
Vandenberg. Mr. Koppel indicated that the contractor for the Freeman Justice Center
(FJe) continues to send claims or change orders for additional money. Mr. Koppel also
informed the Board that the anticipated scheduled completion dates for the FJC are:
Exterior Cladding, November, 2007 and Building, September, 2007.
COUNTY ATTORNEY
The Board discussed a new Contract with Jerry Coleman, Esq., and determination
ofterm in paragraph 3: (a) "on a services needed basis" OR (b) "through October 6,
2007". The following individuals addressed the Board: Sue Heim, Kathy Thacker, and
Diane Beruldson. Suzanne Hutton, County Attorney discussed the matter. After
discussion, motion was made by Cormnissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner
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McCoy granting approval and authorizing execution of the Contract - (a) "on a services
needed basis". Roll call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner McCoy Yes
Commissioner Murphy No
Commissioner Neugent No
Commissioner Spehar Yes
Mayor DiGennaro Yes
Motion carried.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
The Board discussed Mayor DiGennaro's item concerning the U.S. Mayors'
Climate Protection Agreement. The following individuals addressed the Board: Diane
Beruldson, representing Jody Smith Williams; and Jerry Coleman. After discussion,
motion was made by Mayor DiGennaro and seconded by Commissioner Murphy to adopt
the following Resolution endorsing the U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement as
amended to reduce global warming pollution; authorizing full membership in the ICLEI
(Local Governments for Sustainability) and participation in the cities for Climate
Protection Campaign. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 235-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
The Board discussed Commissioner Neugent's item concerning a Resolution
urging the National Park Service to consider Alternative E for the General Management
Plan for Everglades National Park; providing for transmittal of this Resolution to the
National Park Service; and providing for an effective date. After discussion, motion was
made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Spehar to adopt the
following Resolution. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 266-2007
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
The Board discussed a Resolution directing Staffto organize efforts to seek out
and apply for appropriate grants to offset costs; waiving the existing requirements that
each grant application be individually approved by the Board prior to submission and
again prior to acceptance of the award when the award does not require a match by
Monroe County; and maintaining all existing requirements for grant applications and
acceptanc'e of grant awards that do require a match by Monroe County. The following
individuals addressed the Board: Sue Heim and Pauline Klein. Dawn Aker, Project
Manager to the County Administrator discussed the matter. After discussion, motion was
made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner Murphy approving the
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item with the modification that information on all grants that are applied for must be
reported to the Board at its' next regularly scheduled meeting after application is made.
Motion <:arried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 267-2007
Said Resolution is incOlporated herein by reference.
COUNTY ATTORNEY
The Board discussed a First Amendment to the Agreement with Greenberg
Traurig P.A. for the consulting services of Kenneth Metcalf. The Amendment will
continue Mr. Metcalf's consulting services regarding Hurricane Evacuation as it relates to
Affordable Housing. The Amendment does not increase the total contract amount on the
original Agreement. Robert Shillinger, Assistant County Attorney discussed the matter.
The following individuals addressed the Board: Kay Thacker, and Diane Beruldson.
After discussion, motion was made by Mayor DiGennaro and seconded by Commissioner
McCoy granting approval and authorizing execution of the item. Motion carried
unanimously.
The Board discussed: I) Memorandum of Understanding, 2) Declaration of Non-
exclusive Irrevocable Easement 3) Ground Lease Agreement, and 4) Memorandum of
Lease with the City of Marathon (hereafter "City") for the installation of the City's force
main sewer line along the Florida Keys Marathon Airport (hereafter "FKMAP) utility
easement; <conditioned upon approval by the Federal Aviation Administration (hereafter
"FAA") and review and acceptance by Monroe County Engineering ofthe Easement
Parcel Survey to be provided. Pedro Mercado, Assistant County Attorney; and Tom
Willi, County Administrator discussed the matter. No official action was taken as the
Board continued the item to tomorrow's meeting _ (July 19th).
The Board continued the following items to tomorrow's meeting (July 19th): H3,
K3, K4, K5, Nl, N4, N8, NIl, N13, and N15.
Commissioner Spehar and the Board expressed their condolences to the family
and friends of Betty Vail who passed away.
There being no further business, the meeting of the Board of County
Commissioners was adjourned.
Danny L. Kolhage, Clerk
and ex -officio Clerk to the
Board of County Commissioners
Monroe County, Florida
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Isabel C. DeSantis, Deputy Clerk