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10/16/1996 Regular 96/309 MINUTES OF THE MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Regular Meeting Board of County Commissioners Wednesday, October 16, 1996 Key West, Florida A Regular Meeting of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners convened at 9:00 a.m., on the above date, at the Key West County Courthouse - Courtroom B. Present and answering to roll call were Commissioners Keith Douglass, Wilhelmina Harvey, Jack London, Mary Kay Reich and Mayor Shirley Freeman. 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. ADDITIONS, CORRECTIONS, DELETIONS Motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Commissioner Harvey granting approval of the Additions, Corrections and Deletions to the Agenda. Motion carried unanimously. PRESENTATION OF AWARDS A Retirement Plaque was presented to Jose Alfonso, Painter, Facilities Maintenance Department, Public Works Division. A Retirement Plaque was presented to Billie Humbert, Director, Animal Control Department, Public Works Division. Employee of the Month Award was presented to Nancy Cohen, Employee Benefits Department, Management Services Division, for the month of August, 1996. Presentation of a Mayor's Proclamation proclaiming October 1996 as "National Physical Therapy." Presentation of a Mayor's Proclamation proclaiming October 1996 as "Domestic Violence Awareness Month." 96/310 BULK APPROVALS Motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Commissioner Harvey granting approval of the following items by unanimous consent: Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Agreement for Professional Services between Monroe County and S. Barker & Associates, Inc., concerning engineering services for the Solid Waste Management Division. Board adopted the following Resolution superseding Resolution No. 248-1994, and adopting an amended fee schedule for use by the Special Taxing District for providing ambulance services. RESOLUTION NO. 399A-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval to extend the Service Agreement with the Key Largo Volunteer Ambulance Corp. Inc., which expired on September 30, 1996, on a month-to-month basis pending execution of a new service agreement. Board granted approval to extend the Service Agreement with the Key Largo Volunteer Fire Department, which expired on September 30, 1996, on a month-to-month basis pending execution of new service agreement. Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Agreement between Monroe County and the State of Florida, Department of Community Affairs concerning Emergency Management Base Grant Rule Chapter 9G-19, contract number 97CP-05-11-54-01- 044. Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Agreement between Monroe County and the State of Florida, Department of Community Affairs concerning the Hazardous Material Plan, agreement number 97CP-3V-11-54-22-025. Board granted approval to return previously leased area at Higgs Beach back to general public. Board granted approval to have an appraisal done on Lot 10, Block 3, Plantation Beach SUbdivision, that is located adjacent to the Plantation Key Garage Facility located on Lots 7, 8, and 9, Block 3, Plantation Beach Subdivision. Board granted approval to advertise a Request for Bids for various capital equipment for the Monroe County Road Department. 96/311 Board granted approval of Bridge Inspection Reports dated July 26, 1996, from the Florida Department of Transportation completed by K. C. Reinhold of KCA. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract between Monroe County and D.L. Porter Construction, Inc., of Sarasota/Key West for the Key West International Airport Terminal Renovations. Board granted approval for the Key Largo Chamber of Commerce to sell beer and wine, and for Public Works to waive all admission fees at Harry Harris for the 15th Annual Island Jubilee Festival to be held on November 8-11, 1996, pending approval of a Public Assemblies Permit from the Planning Department. Board granted approval for the Florida Keys Renaissance Faire, Inc., to sell beer and wine and to charge the following admission fees: $7.00/adult, $6.00/seniors, and $5.00/student, at the 13th Annual Renaissance Faire to be held at Sombrero Beach on January 16-22, 1997, pending approval of a Public Assemblies Permit from the Planning Department. Board granted approval for the Mayor to execute an Addendum to Agreement between Monroe County and Garcia Cleaning Service, deleting service for the second floor of the J. Lancelot Lester Justice Building, reducing the contractual service cost for Jackson Square from $5,700 per month to $5,400 per month. Board granted approval to renew the Contract Agreement (Addendum to Agreement) between Monroe County and American Energy & Sheetmetal Corp. for central a/c repair - Middle Keys facilities, in an amount not to exceed $15,000 per year (same as previous year) and authorization for the Mayor to execute the Renewal Agreement for same. Board granted approval to renew the Contract Agreement (Addendum to Agreement) between Monroe County and Mowrey Elevator Service, Inc., for elevator inspection and maintenance - 19 County elevators - in the amount of $16,686 per year (same cost as prior year), and authorization for the Mayor to execute same. Board granted approval to renew the Contract Agreement (Addendum to Agreement) between Monroe County and Alfredo Vazquez Janitorial Service, Inc., for janitorial service at the Public Service Building, in the amount of $22,200 per year (same cost as previous year), and authorization for the Mayor to execute the Addendum to Agreement for same. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Grant Agreement between Monroe County and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection - Office of Waterway Management for the removal of selected derelict vessels during the 1996-97 96/312 removal year. Board adopted the following Resolution authorizing the filing of a Grant Application with the Florida Department of state Division of Library and Information Services concerning state Aid to Libraries and authorizing the Mayor to execute same. RESOLUTION NO. 400-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval of the establishment and execution of a formal agreement (Memorandum of Understanding) with the Law Library of Monroe County Law Library Board to relocate the Marathon Courthouse Law Library to the Marathon Library. Board granted approval of Award of Bid to B&L Plumbing and Heating Co., for the drainage project at the Key West International Airport. Board granted approval of Award of Bid to Arbor Tree & Landscape for the Mangrove Trimming Project, at the Key West. International Airport. Board granted approval of Contract between Monroe County and Douglas N. Higgins, Inc. for the Salt Enhancement Project at the Key West International Airport. Board granted approval of Contract between Monroe County and Arbor Tree & Landscaping to construct the noise buffer at the Key West International Airport. Board granted approval of a Supplemental Joint Participation Agreement, Contract No. AC323, between Monroe County and the Florida Department of Transportation for additional funding for the Key West International Airport drainage project. Board granted approval of a Contract between Monroe County and Vincam Group, Inc. for Workers' Compensation Managed Care Services. Board granted approval to spend Key Haven Roadway Improvements and Bike Path Impact Fees for the construction of new bike paths and widening of collector road. Key Haven Road, which is 5477 feet long is being widened four (4) feet to accommodate a bike path on each side. Board granted approval and authorized execution of the following FY 97 Human Service Providers, pending receipt of final documentation: Care Center for Mental Health 96/313 $ 21,010 $214,629 $ 23,000 $ 26,695 $ 8,000 $501,266 $ 87,859 $ 21,000 $ 25,000 $ 50,000 $ 5,000 $ 30,695 $ 25,000 Big Brothers-Big sisters Domestic Abuse Shelter Florida Keys Children's Shelter Florida Keys Outreach Coalition Guidance Clinic of the Middle Keys Guidance Clinic of the Upper Keys Help Line The Heron Hospice Literacy Volunteers Monroe Association of Retarded citizens Wesley House Board granted approval to remove surplus items from inventory and dispose of same, advertise for bids and accept trade-ins. Said inventory is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval to advertise a request for bids for one (1) new pick-up truck for the Card Sound Road & Toll Bridge. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract between Monroe County and Suncoast Fencing to construct perimeter fencing at Key West International and Marathon Airports. Board granted approval to hire 4-H Extension Agent. Board granted approval to pre-pay $45,000 of principal balance of the Winston Waterway tax anticipation note. Board approved the following Resolutions concerning the Transfer of Funds and Receipt of Unanticipated Revenue: Item #1). Resolution amending Resolution No. 366-1996, (Schedule RESOLUTION NO. 401-1996 96/314 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Item #2). Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds, (Schedule RESOLUTION NO. 402-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Item #3). Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds, (Schedule RESOLUTION NO. 403-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Item #4). Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds, (Schedule RESOLUTION NO. 404-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Item #5). Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds, (Schedule RESOLUTION NO. 405-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #6) . RESOLUTION NO. 406-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #7). RESOLUTION NO. 407-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #8). RESOLUTION NO. 408-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #9). RESOLUTION NO. 409-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #10) . 96/315 RESOLUTION NO. 410-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #11). RESOLUTION NO. 411-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #12) . RESOLUTION NO. 412-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #13). RESOLUTION NO. 413-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #14). RESOLUTION NO. 414-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #15). RESOLUTION NO. 415-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #16). RESOLUTION NO. 416-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #17) . RESOLUTION NO. 417-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution amending Resolution No. 066-1996, (Schedule Item #18). RESOLUTION NO. 418-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated 96/316 Funds, (Schedule Item #19). RESOLUTION NO. 419-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #20). RESOLUTION NO. 420-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds, (Schedule Item #21). RESOLUTION NO. 421-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval of a Code Enforcement lien on property L2-94-516, Sunshine Key. Board approved the following Resolutions concerning Transfer of Funds and Receipt of Unanticipated Revenue: Resolution amending Resolution No. 378-1996, (Schedule Item #1 Verbal Add-On). RESOLUTION NO. 422-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution amending Resolution No. 376-1996, (Schedule Item #2 Verbal Add-On) . RESOLUTION NO. 423-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #3 Verbal Add-On). RESOLUTION NO. 424-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #4 Verbal Add-On). RESOLUTION NO. 425-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #5 Verbal Add-On). RESOLUTION NO. 426-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Re.", -S \ ()r\ 96/317 Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #6 Verbal Add-On) . RESOLUTION NO. 427-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #7 Verbal Add-On). RESOLUTION NO. 428-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #8 Verbal Add-On). RESOLUTION NO. 429-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. There will be no Resolution No. 430-1996. * There will be no Resolution NO. 431-1996. t Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #11 Verbal Add-On). RESOLUTION NO. 432-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds, (Schedule Item #12 Verbal Add-on). RESOLUTION NO. 433-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution amending Resolution No. 391-1996, (Schedule Item #13 Verbal Add-on). RESOLUTION NO. 434-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #14 Verbal Add-On). RESOLUTION NO. 435-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. 96/318 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #15 Verbal Add-On). RESOLUTION NO. 436-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #16 Verbal Add-On). RESOLUTION NO. 437-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #17 Verbal Add-On). RESOLUTION NO. 438-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #18 Verbal Add-On). RESOLUTION NO. 439-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #19 Verbal Add-On). RESOLUTION NO. 440-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #20 Verbal Add-On). RESOLUTION NO. 441-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds, (Schedule Item #21 Verbal Add-On). RESOLUTION NO. 442-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board approved the following Resolutions for the Transfer of Funds and Receipt of Unanticipated Revenue. Partial funding not to exceed $57,000 for FY96 & FY97. Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds. RESOLUTION NO. 443-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. 96/319 Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. RESOLUTION NO. 444-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds. RESOLUTION NO. 445-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Resolution concerning the Receipt of Unanticipated Funds. RESOLUTION NO. 446-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds. RESOLUTION NO. 447-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution amending Resolution No. 128-1996 regarding allocation of $500,000 FY 97 '2001 by DAC I for renourishment of Smathers Beach. RESOLUTION NO. 448-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution to rescind Resolution No. 494-1995. RESOLUTION NO. 449-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval of Florida Keys Fishing Tournaments, Inc. operations (Fishing Umbrella) manual revisions. Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds. RESOLUTION NO. 450-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution waiving prohibition against conflict of interest for Concetta McSorley as a member of the Board of Directors of the Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce serving as District II Advisory Committee member whose 96/320 chamber is funded by the Monroe County Tourist Development Council (MCTDC) to provide telephone & tourist information services to the MCTDC. RESOLUTION NO. 451-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds. RESOLUTION NO. 452-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution waiving prohibition against conflict of interest for Melissa Kendrick as a member of the Board of Directors of the Key West Chamber of Commerce serving as District I Advisory Committee member whose chamber is funded by the Monroe County Tourist Development Council (MCTDC) to provide telephone & tourist information services to the MCTDC. RESOLUTION NO. 453-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Funding Agreement between Monroe County and The Friends of the Islamorada Area State Parks covering the Indian Key Festival, October 5-6, 1996 and October 1997 in an amount not to exceed $20,359 and also utilizing remaining allocations in an amount not to exceed $12,185 from Fiscal Year '95 for the October 1996 event. All funds allocated under the Cultural Umbrella. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Islamorada Charterboat Association, Inc., covering the Islamorada Sailfish Tournament, December 5-8, 1996, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $5,115. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Redbone, Inc., covering the Mercury Outboards Cheeca/Redbone Tournament, November 7-9, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $17,670. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Douglas Behrman, covering the Don Hawley Invitational Tarpon Fly Tournament, July 1-6, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $3,255. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Tammy Gurgiolo, covering the Islamorada Junior Sailfish Tournament, December 13-14, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $2,325. 96/321 Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Tammy Gurgiolo, covering the Ladies Islamorada Sailfish Tournament, January 23-25, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $3,255. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Holiday Isle, covering Holiday Isle Sailfish Tournament, January 31-February 2, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $4,185. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Holiday Isle, covering the Holiday Isle Dolphin Tournament, May 31-June 1, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $4,185. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Holiday Isle, covering Holiday Isle Back Country Bingo Tournament, September 27, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $2,325. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Marina Del Mar Resort & Marina, covering Coconuts dolphin Tournament, May 16-18, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $9,300. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Cheeca Lodge, covering the Cheeca Lodge Presidential Sailfish Tournament, January 16-18, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $6,324. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce, covering the Big pine and Lower Keys Dolphin Tournament, June 13-15, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $5,580. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and The Key West Gator Club, covering the Key West Gator Club Dolphin Tournament, June 20-22, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $6,045. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Italian Fisherman Marina, covering the Italian Fisherman Dolphin Tournament, July 26-28, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $5,580. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Hawk's Cay Resort and Marina, covering the Hawk's Cay All-Release Flats Tournament, September 20-21, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $2,790. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Redbone, Inc., covering the Mariner Outboard's Baybone Tournament, October 96/322 3-5, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $15,810. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and The Key West Fishing Tournament, covering the Key West Lower Keys Fishing Tournament, Tournament Kickoff, April 25-27, 1997, Tournament Challenge, November 22-24, 1997 (entire tournament to run May 1- November 30, 1997), FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $54,870. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Barbara Wright, covering the Sloppy Joe's/Galleon Marina fish Round Up, October 9-12, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $6,519. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Cheeca Lodge, covering the Bush/Cheeca Lodge Bonefish Tournament, November 11-13, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $13,950. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Keys Classic Anglers Tournament, Inc., covering the Texaco/Hemingway Key West Classic, April 30 - May 3, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $19,530. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Tavernier Creek Marina, covering the Tavernier Creek Marina Dolphin Rodeo, June 6-8, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $4,185. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Redbone, Inc., covering the Mercury Outboards S.L.A.M. Tournament, September 5-7, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $13,020. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Fred Troxel, covering the Islamorada All-Tackle Bonefish Tournament, October 13-17, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $2,790. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Robert J. Nies, Jr., covering the Key West Kingfish Extravaganza, January 10-12, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $2,325. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Holiday Inn Key Largo, covering the Key Largo Holiday Inn Dolphin Tournament, April 26-28, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $5,580. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and James Bokor, covering the Islamorada Spring All-Tackle Bonefish Tournament, March 26-28, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an Re.\lision 96/323 amount not to exceed $3,720. County Annual Penny, ~ Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe and Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce covering the 10th Island Art Festival, December 15, 1996, FY 97 Two in an amount not to exceed $2,874. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce covering the 13th Annual Underwater Music Festival and 4th Annual Food Fest, July 12, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $6,825. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce, covering the 3rd Annual Historic Seacraft Race & Festival, August 30, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $4,875. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce, covering Pirates in Paradise Festival V, May 3-4, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $8,043. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Pigeon Key Foundation, covering the Pigeon Key Art Festival, February 8-9, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $6,400. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and San Pedro Women's Guild, covering Art Under the Oaks, January 18, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $5,351. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Florida Keys Renaissance Faire, Inc., covering the Florida Keys Renaissance Faire, Inc., January 18-20, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $5,800. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Key West Players, Inc., covering the Key West Craft Show, January 24-25, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Key West Art Center, Inc., covering the Old Island Days Art Festival, February 22-23, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $673. 96/323 amount not to exceed $3,720. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and The Friends of Islamorada Area state Parks, covering the Indian Key Festival, October 5-6, 1996, FY 95 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $20,359. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce covering the 10th Annual Island Art Festival, December 15, 1996, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $2,874. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce covering the 13th Annual Underwater Music Festival and 4th Annual Food Fest, July 12, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $6,825. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce, covering the 3rd Annual Historic Seacraft Race & Festival, August 30, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $4,875. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce, covering Pirates in Paradise Festival V, May 3-4, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $8,043. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Pigeon Key Foundation, covering the Pigeon Key Art Festival, February 8-9, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $6,400. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and San Pedro Women's Guild, covering Art Under the Oaks, January 18, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $5,351. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Florida Keys Renaissance Faire, Inc., covering the Florida Keys Renaissance Faire, Inc., January 18-20, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $5,800. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Key West Players, Inc., covering the Key West Craft Show, January 24-25, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $1,000. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Key West Art Center, Inc., covering the Old Island Days Art Festival, February 22-23, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $673. 96/324 Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Marathon Community Theatre, Inc., covering the Marathon Community Theatre 1996-1997 Performances, October 1996- April 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $5,288. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe county and Key West Council on the Arts, covering Impromptu Concerts, November 24, 1996 - January 1997, February 9 - March 9, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $673. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Key West Garden Club, covering the Key West Garden Club Garden Tours on March 22-23, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $750. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Key West Women's Flag Football League, covering the Key West Women's Flag Football League/Flag-A-Tag National Kickoff, February 13-17, 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $5,000. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Key West Players, Inc., covering the Waterfront Playhouse, September 1996-June 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $11,000. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Tennessee Williams Fine Arts Center Founders Society, Inc., covering the Tennessee Williams Fine Arts Center Founders Society 1996-1997 Season, November 15, 1996 - March 21, 1997, in an amount not to exceed $15,000. Board granted approval of an Agreement between Monroe County and Red Barn Theatre, covering the Red Barn Theatre/Live Theatre, October 1996 - July 1997, FY 97 Two Penny, in an amount not to exceed $20,000. HARRY F. KNIGHT, TAX COLLECTOR Board adopted the following Resolution directing the Tax Collector to refrain from mailing tax bills that are under $5. RESOLUTION NO. 454-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. The Board granted permission to extend the 1996 tax roll prior to the completion of the Value Adjustment Board Hearings. This in accordance with F.S. 197.323. 96/325 CONSENT AGENDA / BULK APPROVALS Board adopted the following Resolution amending Resolution No. 311-1993 as it relates to the Building Department Fee Schedule. RESOLUTION NO. 455-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval of the confirmation of the Contractors' Examining Board's recommendation of approval to appoint Charles Miller to a second three (3) year term for both the Contractors Examining Board and the Board of Adjustment and Appeals. Board granted approval of a Flood Variance Application for Henry D. O'Connor to the Flood Hazard Ordinance for placement of a limited bath facility below the base flood elevation on Lot 1, Block 10, Cudjoe Ocean Shores, Sec. II, Cudjoe Key. Board granted approval of a Flood Variance Application for Finley Ricard to the Flood Hazard Ordinance for placement of a limited bath facility below the base flood elevation on Lot 18, Block 4, Summerland Key Cove, Summerland Key. Board granted approval of a Flood Variance Application for Donald J. and Mary Anna Agnew to the Flood Hazard Ordinance for placement of a limited bath facility below the base flood elevation on Lot 10, Block 16, Breezeswept Beach Estates, Ramrod Key. Board granted approval of a Flood Variance Application for Eddie Albart to the Flood Hazard Ordinance for placement of a limited bath facility below the base flood elevation on Lot 65, Stirrup Key SUbdivision, stirrup Key. Board granted approval of a Flood Variance Application for John & Phyllis Smale to the Flood Hazard Ordinance for placement of a limited bath facility below the base flood elevation on Lot 11, Stirrup Key Subdivision, Stirrup Key. Board granted approval of a Flood Variance Application for Leland D. Egland to the Flood Hazard Ordinance for placement of a limited bath facility below the base flood elevation on Lot 35, Block 6, Buccaneer Point, Key Largo. Board granted approval of a Flood Variance Application for Myrtle O. Barrett Trust to the Flood Hazard Ordinance for placement of a limited bath facility below the base flood elevation on tracts 1 & 2, Caribee Beach, Lower Matecumbe Key. Board granted approval of a temporary withdrawal of 96/326 proposed text amendments to section 19-218, Alcoholic Beverages. Board granted approval of the use of the firm of Transportation Planning services, Inc., by the County's transportation engineering consultant, Barton-Aschman, Inc., to complete project tasks related to the review of the County's transportation impact fees as contained in the Barton- Aschman/Monroe County contract dated November 21, 1995. Board adopted the following Resolution approving an exemption from the Nonresidential Permit Allocation System for Key Haven Park & Recreation, Inc., for property described as Lots 9 & 10, Key Haven Subdivision Ninth Addition, section 26, Township 67 South, Range 25 East, Tallahassee Meridian, Raccoon Key, Monroe County, Florida, Mile Marker 6. RESOLUTION NO. 456-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution approving an exemption from the Nonresidential Permit Allocation System for the Marathon Power Squadron for property described as Lots 11 and 12, Block B, Crane Hammock Subdivision, section 11, Township 66 South, Range 32 East, Tallahassee Meridian, Vaca Key, Monroe County, Florida, Mile Marker 50. RESOLUTION NO. 457-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval to advertise an Ordinance which amends Ordinance No. 050-1995 by changing the area included in the Snake Creek Boating Restricted Area to just the area under the U.S. Highway 1 bridge and a 100' strip along the eastern shore. COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS Board adopted the following Resolution in recognition of the late Wilbur Salem Franklin, Sr. RESOLUTION NO. 458-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Interlocal Agreement between Monroe County on behalf of the Tourist Development Council and the City of Key West, for the restoration and improvement of Higgs Beach, White Street Pier and Smathers Beach. Board adopted the following Resolution in recognition of the late Hunter Harden. 96/327 RESOLUTION NO. 459-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution in recognition of the late Amelia L. Cabot. RESOLUTION NO. 460-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval of out of state travel for any Commissioner on November 13-16, 1996, to attend the Dynamic Waterfront Conference. Board granted approval to close the 7-Mile bridge on April 12, 1997 - 7:30 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. for the 16th Annual 7 Mile Bridge Run. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Board granted approval to modify the contract with Acordia National, the County's Third Party Administrator for the Group Benefits Program changing the effective date to the month of July, 1996 rather than June, 1996. 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 $1,000.00; Leslie Morgan, in the amount of $650.00; Guillermo Marcovici, M.D., in the amount of $900.00. COURT APPOINTED ATTORNEYS, Manuel Garcia, in the amount of $21,347.50; Cunningham, Albritton, Miller, in the amount of $750.00; Marci Rose, in the amount of $1,819.71; Stephen Isherwood, in the amount of $1,571.25; Marks J. Simms, in the amount of $759.40. OTHER EXPENSES, Hibiscus Hotel, in the amount of $284.80; Louis J. Spallone, in the amount of $750.00; Boulevard Travel, in the amount of $5,640.31; The Islander, in the amount of $1,196.50; Upper Keys Transportation, Inc., in the amount of $400.00; Key West Travel/Condo, in the amount of $571.12; Juan Cayado & Associates, Inc., in the amount of $2,500.00; Avis Rent- A-Car, in the amount of $44.98. i(~ 96/327A Board adopted the following Resolution amending Resolution #206-1990 making changes necessary for issuance of a Municipal Bond Dept Service Reserve Insurance Policy for the bonds. RESOLUTION NO. 460A-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. 96/328 COURT ORDERED ATTORNEYS - CONFLICT, Mark J. Simms, in the amount of $500.00; Timothy Nicholas Thommes, P.A., in the amount of $350.00. COURT REPORTERS, Associated Court Reporters, in the amount of $2,184.25; Florida Keys Reporting, in the amount of $2,881.00; Justice Photographic, Inc., in the amount of $334.25; Nancy Maleski, in the amount of $60.75; Amy Landry, in the amount of $237.50; Czerenda Court Reporting, Inc., in the amount of $61.25; Narup, Vouvakis & Associates, in the amount of $229.13; Vicky Lynn Doty, in the amount of $104.45; Susan L. Davis, in the amount of $2,328.75; Evelyn M. Jasko, in the amount of $175.50; Robin Milliken, in the amount of $63.65. $109.20. REGULAR WITNESS FEES, witness Payroll, in the amount of EXTRADITION, Richard Roth, in the amount of $3,230.21 TRAVEL EXPENSES, Witness Travel, in the amount of $3,125.00. COURT INTERPRETERS, Joseph P. Ferran, in the amount of $3,150.00; Sophie Pinchaud, in the amount of $60.00; G.D. Mora, in the amount of $70.00; Mayda Maloney, in the amount of $70.00; J.R. Alayon, in the amount of $450.00; Juan Borges, in the amount of $35.00; Eva Carbone, in the amount of $25.00; Jose R. Mendez, in the amount of $595.00; Florida Keys Reporting, in the amount of $74.25; William Waddel, in the amount of $330.00; Sophia Todd, in the amount of $50.00; Natalie M.the amount of $50.00. EXPERT WITNESS FEES, Expert Witness, in the amount of $2,436.50. COUNTY CLERK Board approved the following Warrants: GENERAL REVENUE FUND (001), #270934-272659, in the amount of $6,763,038.28. Board officially approved the County Commission Meeting Minutes of August 13, 16, 27 and September 5, 11, 1996. Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Agreement of Resignation, Appointment and Acceptance between Monroe County, NationsBank and The Bank of New York relative to the Custodial Trustee for the Florida Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 1991. This is due to the NationsBank selling the Corporate Trust Division to the Bank of New York. 96/329 Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Depositary Agreement between Monroe County and The Bank of New York relative to the Sinking Fund accounts for the Refunding Improvement Revenue Bonds, Series 1993 (88). This is due to NationsBank selling the Corporate Trust Division to the Bank of New York. COUNTY ATTORNEY Board granted approval to advertise an Ordinance for Public Hearing on November 12, 1996, in Key Largo, amending Sec. 6-56, Monroe County Code, creating a specialty category for thatched structures; Providing for severability; Providing for the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; Providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and providing an effective date. Board adopted the followin~ Resolution amending Section IX of the County's Purchasing Manual by creating an alternate procedure for the award of design build contracts when flexibility is desired by providing a procedure and a formula for evaluating technical and price proposals. RESOLUTION NO. 461-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution setting the date, time and place for a public hearing concerning the proposed abandonment of a portion of Evergreen Terrace, Key Haven, Key West, Monroe County, Florida. RESOLUTION NO. 462-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval to advertise an Ordinance amending Section 13.5-1, Monroe County Code, in order to prohibit the use by ultralight aircraft at Harry Harris Park Boat Ramp, Tavernier; and creating Section 13.5-4, Monroe County Code, to prohibit use by ultralight aircraft of the following other Monroe County boat ramps: Barcelona Drive Boat Ramp, Big Coppitt Key; Cudjoe Road Boat Ramp, Cudjoe Key; Old State Road 4A Boat Ramp, Little Torch Key; Koehn Road Boat Ramp, Big Pine Key; Bittersweet Avenue Boat Ramp, Big Pine Key; 33rd Street Boat Ramp, Marathon; Aviation Blvd. Boat Ramp, Marathon; MM 82.5 Boat Ramp, Islamorada; Garden Cove Boat Ramp, Key Largo; Largo Sound Park Club Boat Ramp, Key Largo; and Sunset Point Boat Ramp, Key Largo; Providing for penalties for violations; 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. 96/330 Board granted approval to advertise an Ordinance establishing certain rules of conduct and operational procedure by providing for restrictions on alcoholic beverages; Posting of signs regarding drug possession and exchange; Hours of operation; Procedures for use for special events, assemblies and other recreational activities at Islamorada Park; 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. Motion carried unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS Mr. Roberts updated the Board on the status of Tropical storm Lili. MISCELLANEOUS BULK APPROVALS Public Safety Director, Reggie Paros, and County Attorney, James T. Hendrick, addressed the Board. Motion was made by Mayor Freeman and seconded by Commissioner Douglass granting approval and authorizing execution of Lease Agreements between Monroe County and AT&T Wireless Services of Fla. Inc., for tower and building space at the Key Largo and Islamorada translator sites, with Monroe County having final approval of any Subleases. (Page 6, Section 19.) Roll call vote was unanimous. Commissioner London discussed the translator system. This matter was referred to Staff. Community Services Director, Peter Horton, addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Harvey and seconded by Commissioner London granting approval and authorizing execution of a Contract between Monroe County and Mid Continent Electric to rehabilitate the runway lighting at the Marathon Airport. Motion carried unanimously. Nancy Graham, representing the American Red Cross, addressed the Board. After Board discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Harvey and seconded by Commissioner London authorizing execution of Fiscal Year 1997 Upper Keys and Lower Keys Red Cross Agreements for Human Service Organization Funding, contingent on the satisfactory resolution of the issue regarding Monroe County Hurricane Shelters. Roll call vote was unanimous. PUBLIC HEARINGS 96/331 A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of a Resolution renouncing and disclaiming any right of the County and the public in and to a portion of Evergreen Lane, Key Haven, Key West, Florida. There was no public input. This matter was tabled to later in the meeting pending the Board receiving the full agenda item. A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance revising Section 6-59(11) adding a provision for persons seeking certain specialty licenses to take an exam in lieu of two years' experience in the field; Providing for severability; Providing for the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; Providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code; and providing an effective date. There was no public input. This matter was tabled to later in the meeting pending the Board receiving the full agenda item. A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance amending Monroe County Code, section 6-68(d) (4); Providing a time limitation for a letter of reprimand to remain in the contractor's active file; 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. This matter was tabled to later in the meeting pending the Board receiving the full agenda item. A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance amending Section 6-56 Specialty Contractors (18) and Section 12.1-2, mobile repair or mobile services, Monroe County Code, allowing grass mowing and certain lawn maintenance business to be conducted with an Occupational License only, no certificate of Competency needed; 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, addressed the Board. Commissioner London excused himself from the meeting. Motion was made by Commissioner Douglass and seconded by Mayor Freeman to adopt the Ordinance. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: commi.ssioner Douglass Yes Commissioner Harvey No Commissioner Reich No Mayor Freeman Yes Motion failed. Motion was then made to reconsider the above item. Motion carried unanimously, with Commissioner London not present. Commissioner London returned to the meeting. After consideration, motion was made by Commissioner Douglass and seconded by Commissioner Reich to adopt the following Ordinance. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: 96/332 Commissioner Douglass Yes Commissioner Harvey No Commissioner London No Commissioner Reich Yes Mayor Freeman Yes Motion carried. ORDINANCE NO. 053-1996 See Ord. Book No. 41 which is incorporated herein by reference. A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance revising sections 2-370 and 2-372, Monroe County Code, providing for an alternate member; Revising Section 2-373(B), Monroe County Code; the Florida Keys Council for the Handicapped; Providing for appointment of an alternate member; Providing for severability; Providing for the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; Providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and providing an effective date. There was no public input. Motion was made by Commissioner Douglass and seconded by Commissioner London to adopt the following Ordinance. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 054-1996 See Ord. Book No. 41 which is incorporated herein by reference. MISCELLANEOUS BULK APPROVALS County Administrator, James Roberts addressed the Board. After Board discussion, motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Commissioner Reich granting approval and authorizing execution of the following Fiscal Year 1997 Youth Club Agreements: Heart of the Keys Recreation $18,000 Florida Keys Youth Club 30,000 Upper Keys Youth Association, Inc. 33,600 Big pine Key Athletic Association, Inc. 18,000 (approved with condition of satisfactory lease negotiation with the Big Pine Athletic Association in regards to the Blue Heron property). Motion carried unanimously. CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARINGS 96/333 Commissioner Douglas excused himself from the meeting. Motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Commissioner Harvey granting approval of the following items: Resolution renouncing and disclaiming any right of the County and the public in and to a portion of Evergreen Lane, Key Haven, Key West, Florida. RESOLUTION NO. 463-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Ordinance revising Section 6-59(11) adding a provision for persons seeking certain specialty licenses to take an exam in lieu of two years' experience in the field; Providing for severability; Providing for the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; Providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code; and providing an effective date. ORDINANCE NO. 055-1996 See Ord. Book No. 41 which is incorporated herein by reference. Ordinance amending Monroe County Code, section 6- 68(d) (4); Providing a time limitation for a letter of reprimand to remain in the contractor's active file; Providing for severability; Providing for the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; Providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and providing an effective date. ORDINANCE NO. 056-1996 See Ord. Book No. 41 which is incorporated herein by reference. Roll call vote was unanimous, with Commissioner Douglass not present. commissioner Douglass returned to the meeting. SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT Solid Waste Director, Clark Lake, informed the Board regarding service pick-up due to Tropical storm Lili. Mr. Lake also updated the Board on the success of the three dump days held in September 1996; and the status of the landfill closure permits. Mr. Lake introduced representatives from sanitation companies in Monroe County to the Board. 96/334 MISCELLANEOUS Motion was made by Commissioner Douglass and seconded by Commissioner Harvey to reopen the Agenda in order to add the following Agenda Item: Request approval to advertise a proposed Ordinance creating a boating restricted area (Idle Speed/No Wake Zone) for the near shore waters adjacent to Safety Harbor SUbdivision, Lower Matecumbe; Providing for definitions; Providing that Monroe County agrees to hold the Florida Department of Environmental Protection harmless from any liability incurred from the negligent posting of boating restricted markers; Providing for penalties for violation; Providing for exemptions; 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. Motion carried unanimously. County Attorney read the above item by title only. Motion was made by Commissioner Douglass and seconded by Commissioner Harvey granting approval of the request. Motion carried unanimously. DIVISION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES Community Services Director, Peter Horton, addressed the Board. Quentin Stifel, representing Island Coaches, also addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Reich and seconded by Commissioner Douglass granting approval for a period of two (2) years a Lease Agreement between Monroe County and Island Coaches for space at the Key West International Airport. Motion carried unanimously. DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT Growth Management Director, Bob Herman, informed the Board that Comprehensive Land Use Counsel, Bob Apgar, would not be present at today's meeting. Mr. Herman updated the Board on the la-Mile Stretch Hearings; the Cesspit Replacement Program; and the Rate of Growth Ordinance. Mr. Herman discussed with the Board the Stokes/Dooley building permit. After Board discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Harvey and seconded by Commissioner Reich to grant a twenty-two (22) month extension to complete the home at Summerland Key Cove. Roll call vote was unanimous. 96/335 Mr. Herman discussed with the Board the installation of culverts at Cudjoe Gardens & Jolly Roger Estates and the Department of Environmental Regulation's rejection of permits. Mr. Hendrick discussed with the Board the New Port Largo v. Monroe County; Vacation Rental-Romonoff/Drossel; Key Largo Ocean Resorts; Lobster Walk; Marriott Resort Key Largo/Twin Harbors; Gulf Horizon-Jammers/Melons; Liptak/stock Island Tree Snails; and the Ocean Cay/Key Largo Gambling Boat matters. GROWTH MANAGEMENT/COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR The Board discussed a request to schedule and advertise Public Hearings for text amendments to pertinent sections of the Monroe County Land Development Regulations regarding the modification of the existing prohibition on tourist housing use in residential districts and establishments of tourist housing subindicator districts; and approval of a Special Meeting to meet with the Board of County Commissioners' appointed FEMA Task Force to accept their recommendations and determine a course of action. Linda Yorde, addressed the Board. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Douglass and seconded by Commissioner London granting approval of Staff recommendation to hold a Special Meeting on Tuesday, December 10, 1996 at the Marathon Government Center - 3:00 P.M. for the FEMA Task Force course of action; and a 5:05 P.M. Public Hearing for text amendments to the pertinent sections of the Monroe County Land Development Regulations with appropriate advertising of these Hearings. Roll call vote was unanimous. MISCELLANEOUS Mr. Paros updated the Board on the status of Tropical Storm Lili. * * * * * 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 Mayor Freeman, Commissioner London and Chairman Douglass. Absent were Commissioners French and Halenza. Paul Galloway addressed the Board. 96/336 Motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Mayor Freeman granting approval to extend the Lower and Middle Keys Fire and Ambulance Districts nine (9) Volunteer Fire Rescue Departments' Service Agreements, which expired on September 30, 1996, on a month-to-month basis, pending execution of new Service Agreements. Motion carried unanimously, with Commissioners French and 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. COUNTY ATTORNEY Mr. Roberts addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Commissioner Reich granting approval of an Agreement whereby the County agrees to fund the Monroe County Housing Authority to apply for various state and federal loans to enable low income individuals to replace existing cesspits and to cover application costs for funding from the Florida Housing Finance Agency to implement Plan 2000. Motion carried unanimously. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Mr. Roberts made a presentation to the Board in reference to potential Nutrition Program budget cuts. Motion was made by Commissioner Douglass and seconded by Commissioner London instructing the County Administrator to place forthcoming nominations by Commissioners for three vacancies to be filled on the Matecumbe Historical Board at the November Commission Meeting. Motion carried unanimously. COUNTY ATTORNEY Mr. Hendrick addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Commissioner Reich granting approval and authorizing execution of a three part Agreement among the School Board, the Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce and the County that will result in Chamber leaseholds on County property being extinguished and County property adjacent to School Board property - freed of the Chamber leaseholds - being transferred to the School Board and also authorized execution of 96/337 Quitclaim Deed to the School Board. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Hendrick addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Reich and seconded by Commissioner Douglass to adopt the following Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute, on behalf of Monroe County, the Monroe County School Board, and Mr. George Eager, an Agreement establishing an alternative process for reviewing the consistency of the proposed Upper Keys High School Facility with the Monroe County Year 2010 Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Regulations. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 464-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was made by Commissioner Reich and seconded by Commissioner Douglass setting the date, time and place for a Public Hearing concerning the proposed sale of a ten-foot strip of Second Avenue, Mandalay Subdivision, Key Largo, Florida. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 465-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was made by Commissioner Reich and seconded by Commissioner Douglass granting approval to advertise an Ordinance deleting Section 6-64(D) (2), Monroe County Code, eliminating the requirement that the Contractors Examining Board suspend or revoke a Certificate of Competency if the contractor is found to have committed any of the provisions of section 6-66; 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. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Hendrick discussed the following litigation: Avis Rent-A-Car; Monroe County v. Marathon Air; Florida Keys Taxi v. Monroe County; and Monroe County v. Marquette. HARRY F. KNIGHT, TAX COLLECTOR Mr. Knight presented to the Board several checks totalling $1,857,105 for excess fees collected. DIVISION OF PUBLIC WORKS Mr. Bert Bender of Bender made a presentation to the Board of Old Navy Commissary/GATO Building. Report. & Associates Architects, P.A. a Building Analysis of the The Board accepted the 96/338 DIVISION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES Community Services Director, Peter Horton, addressed the Board. Representatives of Greiner, Inc., made a presentation to the Board concerning the Key West International Airport Master Plan and Airport Layout Plan update. Motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Commissioner Douglass directing Staff to pursue the possibility of developing an employee parking lot behind the Highway Patrol Station. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Horton addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner London and seconded by Commissioner Harvey granting approval of Staff recommendation authorizing the Director of Community Services Division to execute the application for a Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) at Key West International Airport. Motion carried unanimously. COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS Nance Frank, Chairman of the Monroe County Arts Council gave a progress report of the Council to the Board. Ms. Frank introduced Mario Sanchez to the Board. Commissioner Douglass updated the Board on the Strategic Planning Initiative. Motion was made by Commissioner Douglass and seconded by Commissioner Harvey granting approval of an expenditure not to exceed $3,000 to conduct a visionary community exercise on Lower Matecumbe prior to year end 1996. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: Commissioner Douglass Yes Commissioner Harvey Yes Commissioner London Yes Commissioner Reich No Mayor Freeman Yes Motion carried. MISCELLANEOUS Mr. Paros updated the Board on the status of Tropical Storm Lili. SOUNDING BOARD Timothy Veliz addressed the Board concerning a permit 96/339 requested after the fact for a fiberglass pool and setback requirements of the County. Mr. Roberts and Mr. Hendrick also addressed the Board. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Mr. Roberts updated the Board on the status of the Ballistic Missile Defense and the excess missile defense issues. Nancy Manulkin addressed the Board. Motion was made by Mayor Freeman and seconded by Commissioner Douglass to adopt the following Resolution supporting the passage of Amendments 4, 5 and 6 to the Florida Constitution on the November 5, 1996 General Election ballot which mandate the imposition of a penny-a-pound fee on sugarcane grown in the Everglades, require that polluters be primarily responsible for the abatement of pollution in the Everglades, and establish the Everglades Trust Fund. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: commissioner Douglass Yes Commissioner Harvey Yes Commissioner London Yes Commissioner Reich No Mayor Freeman Yes Motion carried. RESOLUTION NO. 466-1996 See Res. Book No. 132 which is incorporated herein by reference. 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 ~c.. ~a..d:i.a Deputy Clerk