Item M2MINUTES
OF THE MONROE COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Regular Meeting
Board of County Commissioners
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Marathon, Florida
A Regular Meeting of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners convened
at 9:00 A.M., at the Marathon Government Center. Present and answering to roll call were
Commissioner Heather Carruthers, Commissioner Sylvia Murphy, Commissioner George
Neugent, Commissioner David P. Rice and Mayor Danny Kolhage. Also present at the
meeting were Roman Gastesi, County Administrator; Debbie Fredrick, Deputy County
Administrator; Bob Shillinger, County Attorney; Lindsey Ballard, Deputy Clerk; County
Staff, members of the press and radio; and the general public.
ADDITIONS, CORRECTIONS, DELETIONS
Item A Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner
Rice granting approval of the Additions, Corrections and Deletions to the Agenda. Motion
carried unanimously.
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS
Item B1 Presentation of Years of Service Award for 10 years of service to Monroe
County to James McKoy, Maintenance Worker III, Facilities Maintenance, Public
Works/Engineering Division.
BULK APPROVALS
Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Carruthers
granting approval of the Bulk Approvals. Motion passed unanimously.
Item C1 Board granted approval of revised Library Policy 3.01.13.9.
Item C2 Board granted approval of Ratification of Modification 4003 to the Federally
Funded Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), grant Agreement 4 14WX-OG-11-54-01-
039 between the State of Florida, Department of Economic Opportunity and the Monroe
County Board of County Commissioners (Monroe County Social Services) to extend the end
date of the Agreement from February 21, 2015 to April 21, 2015, keeping the original amount
of $19,526.
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Item C3 Board granted approval of Ratification of the 2015 Vendor Agreement between
Monroe County Social Services and Marissa Ciorciari, MS, RD, LD/N of Haute Body
Nutrition, LLC., for the provision of professional nutrition services by a Licensed Dietician
(registered dietician) for the nutrition programs as required by the primary granting agency,
the Alliance for Aging, Inc., for the period of 3/1/15 through 12/31/15 in an amount not to
exceed $5,000.
Item C4 Board granted approval of Amendment 4001 to the Older Americans Act
(OAA) Contract AA-1529 between the Alliance for Aging, Inc. (AAA) and the Monroe
County Board of County Commissioners (Monroe County Social Services/In Home Services
and Nutrition Programs) to reduce funding in the amount of $2,177.03 for the current contract
period of 111115 to 12/31/15.
Item C5 Board adopted a Resolution granting the Sr. Director of Social Services or her
designee to sign and execute routine amendment or modifications to grant agreements or
contracts that have been approved and executed by the Board of County Commissioners
(BOCC).
RESOLUTION NO. 064-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item C6 Board granted approval to host the National Weather Service Hurricane
Awareness Tour on May 8, 2015 at The Florida Keys Marathon Airport.
Item C7 Board granted approval to add "International" to the airport's name. The new
name will be The Florida Keys Marathon International Airport.
Item C8 Board granted approval of Design Services Agreement (Amendment 41) —
Modified Scope of Work) with K2M Solaria Design (previously MBI/K2M) for Customs
Terminal Security Enhancements Phases II & III at the Key West International Airport.
Item C9 Board granted approval of a Lease Agreement with Federal Express
Corporation for the use of an air cargo building, unimproved land and an aircraft parking
apron at the Key West International Airport.
Item C10 Board adopted a Resolution authorizing the Director of Airports or designee, to
sign and execute Standard Letters of Agreement, Standard Memorandums of Understanding
and other documents of a similar nature related to maintaining the routine operational
requirements or procedures of an airport, at the Key West International Airport and the
Florida Keys Marathon Airport.
RESOLUTION NO. 065-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item C11 Board granted approval to negotiate a Contract for the Implementation of Noise
Insulation Program for the Key West International Airport, with THC, Inc. the most qualified
firm chosen at the NIP Consultant Selection Committee public meeting on February 27, 2015.
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Item C12 Board granted approval of a one year Wastewater Treatment Plant
Maintenance Renewal Agreement with Conch Waste Water, Inc. for the Florida Keys
Marathon Airport at a monthly cost of $603.32.
Item C13 Board granted approval of a Landlord Estoppel Certificate and Agreement.
Securing the financial interest of 2J's Properties for construction of an aircraft hangar at
Marathon.
Item C14 Board adopted a Resolution to amend the Personnel Policies and Procedures
Manual to further clarify the Veteran's Preference Law (Chapter 295, Florida Statutes).
RESOLUTION NO. 066-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item C15 Board granted approval to advertise a Solicitation for Proposals for Medical
Third Party Administration Services, including Claims Administration, Case Management and
Utilization Review Services, Disease Management (DM), Network Management, Wellness
Programs, and other Related Services.
Item C16 Board granted approval of an Issuance (renewal) of Class A Certificate of
Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN) to the City of Marathon Fire Rescue for the
operation of an ALS transport ambulance service for the period April 15, 2015 through April
14, 2017.
Item C17 Board adopted a Resolution authorizing the write-off of 85 accounts receivable
for covering the time period of 2009 through August 2014 totaling $712,326.92 for Monroe
County residents who qualified for the Trauma Star Air Ambulance Waiver Program.
RESOLUTION NO. 067-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item C18 Board granted approval of a Mutual Aid Agreement between Key Largo Fire
Rescue and Emergency Medical Services District, Key Largo Volunteer Ambulance Corps.,
and Key Largo Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., and Monroe County, a political subdivision
of the State of Florida, for the purpose of providing personnel and equipment in each of the
parties respective jurisdictions in the event of large scale fire or unusual emergency incidents.
Item C19 Board granted approval of a Mutual Aid Agreement between the City of Key
West, Florida, a municipal corporation organized under the laws of the State of Florida, and
Monroe County, a political subdivision of the State of Florida, for the purpose of providing
personnel and equipment in each of the parties respective jurisdictions in the event of large
scale fire or unusual emergency incidents.
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Item C20 Board adopted Various Resolutions for the Transfer of Funds and Resolutions
for the Receipt of Unanticipated Revenue.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 1).
RESOLUTION NO. 068-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 2).
RESOLUTION NO. 069-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 3).
RESOLUTION NO. 070-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 4).
RESOLUTION NO. 071-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Amending of Resolution 4272-2014 (OMB Schedule Item No. 5).
RESOLUTION NO. 072-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Amending of Resolution 4273-2014 (OMB Schedule Item No. 6).
RESOLUTION NO. 073-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Amending of Resolution 4274-2014 (OMB Schedule Item No. 7).
RESOLUTION NO. 074-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Amending of Resolution 4275-2014 (OMB Schedule Item No. 8).
RESOLUTION NO. 075-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Amending of Resolution 4276-2014 (OMB Schedule Item No. 9).
RESOLUTION NO. 076-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Amending of Resolution 4277-2014 (OMB Schedule Item No. 10).
RESOLUTION NO. 077-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Amending of Resolution 4278-2014 (OMB Schedule Item No. 11).
RESOLUTION NO. 078-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Resolution Amending of Resolution 4279-2014 (OMB Schedule Item No. 12).
RESOLUTION NO. 079-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 13).
RESOLUTION NO. 080-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 14).
RESOLUTION NO. 081-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 15).
RESOLUTION NO. 082-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 16).
RESOLUTION NO. 083-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 17).
RESOLUTION NO. 084-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 18).
RESOLUTION NO. 085-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 19).
RESOLUTION NO. 086-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Amending of Resolution 4280-2014 (OMB Schedule Item No. 20).
RESOLUTION NO. 087-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Amending of Resolution 4286-2014 (OMB Schedule Item No. 21).
RESOLUTION NO. 088-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Amending of Resolution 4288-2014 (OMB Schedule Item No. 22).
RESOLUTION NO. 089-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Amending of Resolution 4293-2014 (OMB Schedule Item No. 23).
RESOLUTION NO. 090-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Resolution Rescinding of Resolution 4060-2015 (OMB Schedule Item No. 24).
RESOLUTION NO. 091-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Amending of Resolution 4295-2014 (OMB Schedule Item No. 25).
RESOLUTION NO. 092-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Amending of Resolution 4297-2014 (OMB Schedule Item No. 26).
RESOLUTION NO. 093-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Amending of Resolution 4298-2014 (OMB Schedule Item No. 27).
RESOLUTION NO. 094-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Amending of Resolution 4299-2014 (OMB Schedule Item No. 28).
RESOLUTION NO. 095-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Rescinding of Resolution 4300-2014 (OMB Schedule Item No. 29).
RESOLUTION NO. 096-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Rescinding of Resolution 4315-2014 (OMB Schedule Item No. 30).
RESOLUTION NO. 097-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Rescinding of Resolution 4060-2015 (OMB Schedule Item No. 31).
RESOLUTION NO. 098-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 32).
RESOLUTION NO. 099-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution Concerning the Rollover of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 33)
RESOLUTION NO. 100-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item C21 Board granted approval to award Contract for Courier Services for Monroe
County, to Buccaneer Courier for a period of two (2) years commencing on March 16th, 2015
and ending on March 15th, 2017 with an option to renew for two (2) additional two (2) year
periods.
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Item C22 Board granted approval to renew the Contract with Master Mechanical
Services, Inc. on a month to month basis until a Bid Agreement is awarded for the central air
conditioning maintenance and repair for the Upper Keys Facilities.
Item C23 Board granted approval of a Business Lease with Ships Way, Inc. for
Commissioner Neugent's office space on Big Pine Key.
Item C24 Board granted approval to amend and renew (3 year) Lease Agreement with
Tropical Watersports, LLC, a water sports equipment rental concession on Clarence S. Higgs
Memorial Beach adjusting for the CPI-U for the prior 12 months ending December 2014.
Item C25 Board adopted a Resolution authorizing the execution of the Consolidated
Small County Solid Waste Management Grant Agreement with the Florida Department of
Environmental Protection (FDEP) for Fiscal Year 2014/2015.
RESOLUTION NO. 101-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item C27 Board granted approval of Amendment 1 to the Agreement for On Call
Professional Engineering Services with CDM Smith, Inc. updating various personnel which
have changed.
Item C28 Board granted approval of Amendment 1 to the Agreement for On Call
Professional Engineering Services with Keith & Schnars, P.A. updating various personnel
which have changed.
Item C29 Board granted approval of Amendment 1 to the Agreement for On Call
Professional Engineering Services with T.Y. Lin International/H.J. Ross updating various
personnel which have changed.
Item C30 Board granted approval of Amendment 1 to the Agreement for On Call
Professional Engineering Services with EAC Consulting, Inc. updating various personnel
which have changed.
Item C31 Board adopted a Resolution requesting that the Florida Department of
Transportation (FDOT) convey a right of way perpetual easement to Monroe County for the
purpose of constructing a pedestrian bridge over Marvin Adams Cut as part of the US 1
Bayside Shared Use Path Project. (MM 103, Key Largo)
RESOLUTION NO. 101-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item C32 Board granted approval of Receipt of monthly report on change orders
reviewed by the County Administrator's Office.
Item C33 Board granted approval of a continuing Contract with Amec Foster Wheeler
Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. (AMEC) pursuant to Florida Statute 287.055(2), to
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provide professional services for miscellaneous projects in which construction costs do not
exceed $2,000,000.00 or for study activity if the fee for professional services for each
individual study under the contract does not exceed $200,000.00.
Item C34 Board granted approval to advertise a Request for Qualifications and enter into
negotiations with highest ranking proposers for Structural, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical,
Plumbing Engineering and Surveying Services for design services and studies of less than
Two Hundred Thousand Dollars ($200,000.00) in cost.
Item C35 Board granted approval of Amendment 1, in the amount of $149,987, to the
professional services contract with TY Lin International for the relocation of Atlantic
Boulevard at Higgs Beach Park.
Item C36 Board granted approval to execute a Local Agency Program Agreement (LAP)
with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for the design of a scenic overlook at
the Rowell's Marina site. This project is funded at 100% by the FDOT through the
Transportation Alternatives Program.
Item C37 Board granted approval for County funded expansion of the Layton wastewater
treatment plant (WWTP) service area to include properties on east and west Long Key.
Item C38 Board granted approval of a lease for that portion of the Atlantic Circle right of
way on which the Moka Cafe in Tavernier encroaches.
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL — BULK APPROVALS
Item D1 Board granted approval of an Amendment to Agreement with Monroe Council
of the Arts d/b/a Florida Keys Council of the Arts to exercise option to extend Agreement for
two additional years to allow the Council of the Arts to continue to act as countywide Cultural
Umbrella to make recommendations to the TDC and County concerning funding for tourism
related cultural activities.
MONROE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Item K1 Board granted approval of Amendment 1 to the core contract with Monroe
County Health Department.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS — BULK APPROVALS
Item N1 Board granted approval to reappoint John Halas to the Restore Act Local
Committee. His term will expire March 18, 2016.
Item N2 Board granted approval to reappoint Ed Swift III to the RESTORE Act
Advisory Committee Term expiring 03/19/15.
Item N3 Board granted approval to reappoint Capt Bill Kelly to the RESTORE Act
Advisory Committee Term expiring 03/19/15.
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Item N4 Board granted approval to reappoint David Makepeace to the Monroe county
RESTORE Act Committee as the District 4 Representative
COUNTY CLERK
Item 02 Board granted approval of Warrants for the month of December, 2014:
(107341-107404 & 584680-585576): General Fund (001), in the amount of $12,711,422.00;
Fine & Forfeiture Fund (101), in the amount of $10,034,583.00; Road and Bridge Fund
(102), in the amount of $229,809.48; TDC District Two Penny (115), in the amount of
$370,595.09; TDC Admin. & Promo 2 Cent (116), in the amount of $1,030,129.28; TDC
District 1,3 Cent (117), in the amount of $784,783.88; TDC District 2,3 Cent (118), in the
amount of $84,026.96; TDC District 3,3 Cent (119), in the amount of $121,545.06; TDC
District 4,3 Cent (120), in the amount of $136,163.30; TDC District 5,3 Cent (121), in the
amount of $95,028.66; Gov. Fund Type Grants (125), in the amount of $482,880.38;
Impact Fees Roadways (130), in the amount of $405,909.37; Fire & Amb District 1 L&M
Keys (141), in the amount of $159,631.98; Upper Keys Health Care (144), in the amount of
$2,843.22; Uninc Svc Dist Parks & Rec (147), in the amount of $58,680.34; Plan, Build,
Zoning (148), in the amount of $57,768.69; Municipal Policing (149), in the amount of
$1,587,850.60; 911 Enhancement Fee (150), in the amount of $38,233.13; Duck Key
Security (152), in the amount of $5,861.17; Local Housing Assistance (153), $18,877.50;
Boating Improvement Fund (157), in the amount of $143,218.98; Misc. Special Revenue
Fund (158), in the amount of $13,371.48; Environmental Restoration (160), in the amount
of $87.07; Law Enforement Trust (162), in the amount of $4,500.00; Court Facilities Fees-
602 (163), in the amount of $1,342.71; Drug Abuse Trust (164), in the amount of $
6,242.50; Bay Point Wastewater MSTU (168), in the amount of $222.75; Long Key,
Layton MSTU (175), in the amount of $222.75; Duck Key MSTU (176), in the amount of
$445.50; Building Fund (180), in the amount of $125,746.49; 1 Cent Infra Surtax (304), in
the amount of $65,657.51; INFR Sle Srtx Rev Bds2007 (308), in the amount of $4,666.00;
Cudjoe Regional (312), $17,502,141.50; Series 2014 Revenue Bonds (314), in the amount
of $48,187.55; Card Sound Bridge (401), in the amount of $9,093.44; Marathon Airport
(403), in the amount of $36,110.03; Key West Intl. Airport (404), in the amount of
$511,850.78; PFC & OPER Restrictions (406), in the amount of $999,630.00; MSD Solid
Waste (414), in the amount of $1,941,919.28; Worker's Compensation (501), in the amount
of $9,194.77; Group Insurance Fund (502), in the amount of $1,475,716.22; Risk
Management Fund (503), in the amount of $42,734.43; Fleet Management Fund (504), in
the amount of $49,060.99; Fire & EMS Losap Trust Fund (610), in the amount of
$2,385.00.
Item 03 Board granted approval of Tourist Development Council expenses for
the month of February, 2015.
Item 04 Board granted approval to remove surplus equipment from inventory
and transfer assets from TDC Audit to Clerk of Courts.
Item 05 Board granted approval of FKAA invoices greater than $50,000 (to
include salaries), relating to the Cudjoe Regional Wastewater System Project.
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COUNTY ATTORNEY
Item Q4 Board granted approval of revised Monroe County Purchasing Policy.
Item Q5 Board granted authorization to initiate litigation against GMAC Mortgage,
LLC and/or Eugene and Jeanne Sherwood at the property located at 367 King Ave., Key
Largo, Florida to seek compliance with the County Code and enforce a lien arising for Code
Compliance Case Number CE13060031.
Item Q6 Board granted authorization to initiate litigation against Joan Lopez and the
property located at 1122 Gulfstream Ln., Key Largo, Florida, to seek compliance with the
County Code and enforce a lien arising from Code Compliance Case Number CE13100181.
Item Q7 Board granted authorization to initiate litigation against Alvaro Morales and
the property located at 1027 Adams in Key Largo, Florida, to seek compliance with the
County Code and enforce a lien arising from Code Compliance Case Number CE13100165.
Item Q8 Board granted authorization to initiate litigation against Simon L. and Sandra
Jo Sherrill and the property located at 102870 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, Florida, to seek
compliance with the County Code and enforce a lien arising from Code Compliance Case
Number CE13100140.
Item Q9 Board granted authorization to initiate litigation against Richard and Donna
Steele and the property located at 1115 Calder Rd., Key Largo, Florida to seek compliance
with the County Code and enforce a lien arising from Code Compliance Case Number
CE13100169.
Item Q10 Board granted authorization to initiate litigation against George C. Watt, III,
and the property located at 728 Largo Rd., Key Largo, Florida, to seek compliance with the
County Code and enforce a lien arising from Code Compliance Case Number CE13050119.
Item Q11 Board granted authorization to initiate litigation against WMJ Investment
Group, LLC and the property located at 307 Vaca Rd., Key Largo, Florida, to seek
compliance with the County Code and enforce a lien arising from Code Compliance Case
Number CE13040163.
Item Q12 Board granted authorization to initiate litigation against Victor Godoy and the
property located at 250 Taylor Dr., Key Largo, Florida, to seek compliance with the County
Code and enforce a lien arising from Code Compliance Case Number CE13060086.
Item Q16 Board granted approval of Agreement with Aronberg & Associates Consulting
Engineers, Inc. to serve as engineering consultant related to construction issues on County
Road 905.
A motion was made by Commissioner Murphy and seconded by Commissioner Carruthers to
add Item A2 to the Agenda. Motion passed unanimously.
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Item A2 Sean Morton, representing Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary addressed
the Board regarding the Draft Environmental Impact Notice that should be available by fall.
PUBLIC WORKS
Item C26 Board discussed the approval of Amendment 1 to the Amended and Restated
Haul -Out, Operations and Maintenance Agreement with Waste Management of Florida, Inc.
(WM) to provide for revisions to implement the County's Yard Waste Processing Program.
The following individuals addressed the Board: Bob Shillinger, County Attorney; Christine
Limb ert-B arrows, Assistant County Attorney and Kevin Wilson, Director of Public
Works/Engineering/Project Management. After discussion, a motion was made by
Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Murphy to allow the County
Administrator to sign the Amendment when it is ready. Motion passed unanimously.
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
Item D2 Board discussed the approval of one "At Large" appointment to the Tourist
Development Council District I Advisory Council. After discussion, a motion was made by
Commissioner Carruthers and seconded by Commissioner Rice granting approval of Allen
Eckstein. Motion passed unanimously.
STAFF REPORTS
Item E5 Kevin Wilson, Director of Public Works/Engineering/Project Management
addressed the Board regarding the Report that was previously distributed prior to the meeting.
Mr. Bill Hunter addressed the Board regarding the great job that the County Staff has done
paving the roads.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Item G1 Mark Moss, representing Habitat for Humanity addressed the Board
concerning the approval of Amendment No. 2 to the 100-year Lease Agreement between
Monroe County and Habitat for Humanity of Key West and Lower Keys, Inc. (Habitat), to
retroactively extend a lease for property on Big Coppitt Key Until March 19, 2017, subject to
the conditions that Habitat commence constructions of twelve (12) affordable housing units
by March 1, 2016, and receive certificates of occupancy for the construction of the twelve
(12) affordable housing units by March 19, 2017. After discussion, a motion was made by
Commissioner Murphy and seconded by Commissioner Rice to amend section 4a in the lease
to change the units from reading 12 to 10 -12 affordable units. Motion passed unanimously.
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Item G2 Christine Hurley, Growth Management Director addressed the approval of
Addendum No. 3 to the contract with M.T. Causley, Inc. increasing and clarifying the amount
in Section HI. Compensation as "shall not exceed $950,000.00 (Nine Hundred and Fifty
Thousand Dollars) per fiscal year" utilizing salary funding to coincide with the annual County
budget timeframe and revising Exhibit B by adding an hourly rate of $137.50 for Biologists
subcontracted for employment through M.T. Causley, Inc. After discussion, a motion was
made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Murphy granting approval
of the item. Motion passed unanimously.
WASTEWATER
Item M1 Board discussed the costs charged to properties not providing easements for
grinder pumps or newly developed after completion of the wastewater collection systems. The
following individuals addressed the Board: Kevin Wilson, Public Works/Engineering/Project
Management; Bob Shillinger, County Attorney; Roman Gastesi, County Administrator; Tom
Walker, representing Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority and Martin Messier. After discussion,
the Board directed Staff to bring this back to the Board.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Item H1 Board discussed the Trust for Public Lands' revised Conservation Finance
Feasibility Study and preliminary review of the results of the land acquisition priorities parcel
analysis. The following individuals addressed the Board: Christine Hurley, Growth
Management Director; Brenda McClymonds, representing Trust for Public Lands; Mike
Roberts, Senior Director of Planning and Environmental Resources; Mark Rosch, Land
Authority; Roman Gastesi, County Administrator; Tina Boan, Director of Budget and
Finance.
Item H2 Christine Hurley, Growth Management Director and Roman Gastesi, County
Administrator addressed the Board regarding the approval of an amendment to the Trust for
Public Lands' contract based on results of the Finance Feasibility Report and the Summary of
preliminary parcel analysis. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Murphy
and seconded by Commissioner Carruthers to approve the amendment for Task 11. Motion
passed unanimously.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT/ENGINEERING
Item L2 Aileen Boucle, representing Florida Department of Transportation addressed
the Board regarding the Florida Transportation Plan (FTP) and Strategic Intermodal System
Policy Plan (SIS).
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STAFF REPORTS
Item E7 Lisa Tennyson, Legislative Affairs and Grants Acquisition Director addressed
the Board regarding Week 3 of Legislative Session. Our land acquisition is in Plan C. After
discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Murphy and seconded by Commissioner
Carruthers to oppose Legislation regarding the changes to the Value Adjustment Board.
Motion passed unanimously.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Item H3 Board discussed the approval of Amendment No.5 to the Agreement between
Monroe County (County) and Pumpout USA, Inc. (Contractor) for Keys -Wide Mobile Vessel
Pumpout Service, to: 1) renew the Agreement for an additional two year term commencing
April 1, 2015, 2) establish a rate of $21.10 per pumpout, 3) provide for a not -to -exceed annual
cost to the County of $379,800 based on a quota of 1500 pumpouts per month, and 4) require
an annual audit of the Statement of Revenues and Expenses associated with the contract with
Monroe County. The following individuals addressed the Board: Rich Jones, Senior
Administrator, Marine Resources; Christine Hurley, Growth Management Director; and
Roman Gastesi, County Administrator;. After discussion, a motion was made by
Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Neugent granting approval of the item.
Motion passed unanimously.
COUNTY ATTORNEY
Item Q1 Bob Shillinger, County Attorney addressed the Board regarding the Draft
Environmental Impact Statement. Dig Deep is intending to sue and for any questions and
concerns by the Board to be directed to Bob.
Item Q2 Bob Shillinger, County Attorney addressed the Board concerning the request to
hold an Attorney -Client Closed Session in the matter of Tropical Bayside Leasing, LLC. v.
Monroe County & State of Florida Department of Transportation, Case No. 15-CA-000115-P
at the regularly scheduled BOCC meeting on April 15, 2015 in Key West, FL at 1:30 p.m. or
as soon thereafter as may be heard. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner
Murphy and seconded by Commissioner Carruthers approving the Attorney -Client Closed
Session. Motion passed unanimously.
Item Q3 Bob Shillinger addressed the Board concerning the approval of a settlement
agreement in code case CE0320083 between Monroe County and Magnolia TC 2 REO, LLC
regarding a property located at 28213 Helen Avenue, Little Torch Key. After discussion, a
motion was made by Mayor Kolhage and seconded by Commissioner Neugent to move
approval of the counter offer of $46, 250. Motion passed unanimously.
A motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Neugent giving
the County Attorney's Office the authority to initiate litigation if the counter offer is rejected.
Motion passed unanimously.
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Item Q14 Kat Windsor, Code Enforcement addressed the Board regarding the request of
the property owner, Alicia C. Geer, for a reduction in the outstanding Code fines imposed in
Code Case Number CE07090260. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner
Murphy and seconded by Commissioner Rice to postpone this Item until the May 20, 2015
BOCC Meeting in Key Largo, FL. Motion passed unanimously.
Item Q15 Michael Ed, Property Owner and Kat Windsor, Code Enforcement addressed
the Board regarding the request of the property owners, Michael -John and Cindy Ed, for a
reduction in the outstanding Code fines imposed in Code Case Number CE13100040. After
discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Murphy and seconded by Commissioner
Rice to drop and waive all fines and costs. Motion passed unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Item R1 Board discussed a Public Hearing to adopt a Resolution approving a
Development Agreement, pursuant to Chapter 163.3220 F.S., between Monroe County,
Florida; Roger Bernstein, as Trustee of the Benjamin Bernstein Trust B; and Safe Harbor
Seafood (as successor in interest to Joseph R. Rackman and Jeffrey W. Bolotin, as Trustees of
the Island Trust Agreement dated March 10, 1989) agreeing to a conceptual plan to redevelop
property located at 5700 Fourth Avenue, 5550 Fifth Avenue and 6500 Front Street on Stock
Island. (Statutorily Required Public Hearing) Requesting to continue to April 15, 2015 BOCC
Meeting. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Carruthers and seconded by
Commissioner Rice to continue this Item until the April 15, 2015 BOCC Meeting in Key
West, FL. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 114-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Item R2 Board discussed a Public Hearing to consider a request for the abandonment of
a portion of the right-of-way of Peninsular Avenue on Stock Island that is located between
Blocks 46 and 60 (east of the center of Lot 32 in Block 46) in Maloney Subdivision, as
recorded in Plat Book 1, Page 55 of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida. After
discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Murphy and seconded by Commissioner
Carruthers granting approval of the item. A Roll Call vote was taken with the following
results:
Commissioner Carruthers
Yes
Commissioner Murphy
Yes
Commissioner Neugent
Yes
Commissioner Rice
Yes
Mayor Kolhage
No
Motion Carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 115-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item R3 Board discussed a Public Hearing to consider an Ordinance by the Monroe
County Board of County Commissioners amending the Monroe County Land Use District
(Zoning) Map from Urban Residential -Mobile Home (URM) to Urban Residential (UR), for
property located at 97801 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, approximate Mile Marker 98,
described as parcels of land located in Sections 5 and 6, Township 62 South, Range 39 East,
Key Largo, Monroe County, Florida, having Real Estate Numbers 00090810.000000,
00090820.000000, 00090840.000000, 00090840.000100, and 00090860.000000, as proposed
by PL Ocean Residence Holdings, LLC. (Quasi -Judicial Proceeding). After discussion, a
motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Murphy
granting approval of the item. Motion passed unanimously.
Item R4 Board discussed a Public Hearing to consider approval of a Resolution for a
Budget Amendment of Fiscal Year 2015 One Cent Infrastructure Surtax Fund 304. After
discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Murphy and seconded by Commissioner
Rice granting approval of the item. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 116-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item R5 Board discussed a Public Hearing to consider approval of an Ordinance
amending Sec. 2-110(3) and Sec. 2-111(c) of the Monroe County Code to update the County's
reimbursement rates for subsistence (meals) and mileage. After discussion, a motion was
made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Rice granting approval of
the item. Motion passed unanimously.
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Item R6 Bob Shillinger, County Attorney addressed the Board concerning a Public
Hearing for an Ordinance Chapter 25 of the Monroe County Code relating to Non -Consensual
Towing Services. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and
seconded by Commissioner Rice to continue this Item until the April 15, 2015 BOCC Meeting
in Key West, FL. Motion passed unanimously.
COUNTY ATTORNEY
A motion was made by Commissioner Murphy and seconded by Commissioner Carruthers to
reconsider item Q13. Motion passed unanimously.
Item Q13 George Erio, Property Owner and Kat Windsor, Code Enforcement addressed
the Board regarding the request of the property owner, George W. Erio, for a reduction in the
outstanding Code fines imposed in Code Case Number CE12020027. After discussion, a
motion was made by Commissioner Carruthers and seconded by Commissioner Murphy to
approve the $10,175 plus the hard costs of $338.40 payable within 60 days and staff to help if
subordination is required a loan. Motion passed unanimously.
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COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Item P2 Board discussed the direction regarding the potential acquisition of the "Gulf
Seafood" property on Stock Island in order to preserve commercial fishing. The following
individuals addressed the Board: Lisa Tennyson, Grants Acquisition and Legislative Affairs
Director; Roman Gastesi, County Administrator; Bob Shillinger, County Attorney; Bill
Hunter; Deb Curlee, representing Last Stand; Simon Stafford; Daniel Padron; Rafael Ubeda;
Mimi Stafford; Peter Bacle, representing Stock Island Lobster Co.; Collen Quirk, representing
Fish Busterz Fisheries; Bill Kelley, Florida Keys Commercial Fishermans Association. After
discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Murphy and seconded by Commissioner
Rice to go with Staff Recommendation with the provision that the grant form letter contain
language that County will be pursuing both the fee simple option and the less than fee simple
option at this time. A Roll Call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Carruthers
Yes
Commissioner Murphy
Yes
Commissioner Neugent
Yes
Commissioner Rice
Yes
Mayor Kolhage
Yes
Motion Carried.
There being no further business, the meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
was adjourned.
Amy Heavilin, CPA, Clerk
and ex-officio Clerk to the
Board of County Commissioners
Monroe County, Florida
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MINUTES
OF THE MONROE COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Regular Meeting
Board of County Commissioners
Wednesday, April 15, 2015
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 Heather Carruthers, Commissioner Sylvia Murphy, Commissioner George
Neugent, Commissioner David P. Rice and Mayor Danny Kolhage. Also present at the
meeting were Roman Gastesi, County Administrator; Debbie Fredrick, Deputy County
Administrator; Bob Shillinger, County Attorney; Lindsey Ballard, Deputy Clerk; County
Staff, members of the press and radio; and the general public.
ADDITIONS, CORRECTIONS, DELETIONS
Item A Motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner
Murphy granting approval of the Additions, Corrections and Deletions to the Agenda. Motion
carried unanimously.
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS
Item B1 Presentation of Years of Service Award for 10 years of service to Monroe
County to George Brentnall, Director of Veteran Affairs.
Item B2 Presentation of Years of Service Award for 10 years of service to Monroe
County to Penny Kipp, Sr. Budget Administrator with Office of Management & Budget.
Item B3 Proclamation recognizing April 2015 as Fair Housing & Community
Development Month in Monroe County.
Item B5 Presentation of Mayor's Proclamation observing the week of May 1 lth — 15th,
2015 as Law Enforcement Memorial Week.
Item B6 Presentation of Mayor's Proclamation observing the week of May 17 — 23,
2015 as EMS Week. This year's theme is EMS STRONG.
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BULK APPROVALS
Motion was made by Commissioner Murphy and seconded by Commissioner Neugent
granting approval of the Bulk Approvals. Motion passed unanimously.
Item C1 Board granted approval of Lease Extension Agreement with Disabled
American Veterans, Chapter 122, for lease of property at the Florida Keys Marathon Airport
for a term of 5 years.
Item C2 Board granted approval of Lease Agreement with Federal Express Corporation
for use of air cargo building and unimproved areas around the building at the Florida Keys
Marathon Airport.
Item C3 Board granted approval of Lease Agreement with Hyatt & Hyatt, Inc.
(Benihana) for use of the public works compound parking lot at Key West International
Airport.
Item C4 Board granted approval of Utility Payment Agreement between Monroe
County BOCC/Social Services and the Utility Board of the City of Key West, Fl. D/B/A Keys
Energy Services for the agreement period of 4/17/15 to 3/31/17.
Item C5 Board granted Ratification of the Federally -funded reoccurring Low Income
Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Subgrant Agreement 4 15EA-OF-11-54-01-019
between the State of Florida, Department of Economic Opportunity and Monroe County
Board of County Commissioners/Monroe County Social Services for the contract period of
4/1/15 to 3/15/16, in the amount of $202,880.
Item C6 Board granted approval to execute a Local Agency Program Agreement (LAP)
with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for the construction and construction
engineering and inspection (CEI) services; for the Pedestrian Bridge Over Marvin Adams
Waterway. This project is funded at 100% by the FDOT through the Transportation
Alternatives Program.
Item C7 Board granted approval of Amendment 7 to the contract with Metric
Engineering, Inc. for the Engineering Design and Permitting Services for the US1 Bayside
Shared Use Path/Pedestrian Bridge Project to extend the expiration date of the contract to
September 30, 2016.
Item C8 Board granted approval of Amendment and Consent to Assignment with Tetra
Tech, Inc. for Hurricane Debris Monitoring and Disaster Related Services.
Item C9 Board granted approval to negotiate a Contract with Reynolds, Smith and Hill,
Inc. (RS&H) the highest ranked respondent, for construction engineering and inspection (CEI)
services for the Monroe County Roadway and Drainage Improvement Program. If successful
negotiations cannot be reached, approval to negotiate a contract with the next highest ranked
respondent until successful negotiations are reached.
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Item C10 Board granted approval of Receipt of monthly report on change orders
reviewed by the County Administrator's Office.
Item C12 Board granted approval of a Contract with Burke Construction Group, Inc. for
the Senior Nutrition Center Renovations in Key West, in the amount of $528,714.00. This
project is funded through the one -cent infrastructure tax.
Item C13 Board granted approval to advertise a Request for Proposals (RFP), to replace
the existing chiller unit at the Medical Examiner's facility.
Item C15 Board granted approval of Supplemental 43 to the Joint Participation
Agreement (JPA) AQN-53 with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for the
county's transportation planning program.
Item C16 Board granted approval to enter into a Contract with Littlejohn Engineering
Associates, Inc. for the design and permitting of the Big Pine Swimming Hole Project. The
design is funded at 100% by the FDOT through the Transportation Alternatives Program.
Item C17 Board granted approval of General and Professional Liability Insurance policy
with Colony Insurance Company for Bayshore Manor and for the Risk Administrator to sign
all necessary forms.
Item C18 Board granted approval of one year Contract renewal with Employers Mutual,
Inc. to provide Third Party Claims Administration for the Monroe County Workers'
Compensation program.
Item C19 Board granted approval to accept proposal from Marsh USA for Property
Insurance package through Lexington Insurance Company and Landmark American Insurance
Company.
Item C20 Board granted acceptance of the Monroe County Length of Service Award
Program (LOSAP) actuarial valuation report for the Plan Year 2014 and transfer of funds for
Plan Year 2014 into the LOSAP Trust Fund.
Item C22 Board granted approval to renew the existing Emergency Generator
Maintenance Contract with All Power Generators, Corp. for one (1) additional year.
Item C23 Board granted approval of Renewal and Fourth Addendum to Agreement with
Safe Harbor Animal Rescue of the Keys, Inc. (SHARK) to operate the Marathon Animal
Shelter and provide animal control services from Mile Marker 16.7 to Mile Marker 70.
Item C24 Board granted approval to execute Amendment 5 with Government Services
Group, Inc. for additional services required to support preparation of the County's CAFR, and
to develop and implement the non -ad valorem special assessment program for the Long Key
and Stock Island phase IL Funding of these increases ($17,275 this year and $2,000/year in
future years), comes from the assessment revenues.
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Item C25 Board granted approval of GSA Lease Amendment at Key West International
Airport.
Item C26 Board adopted various Resolutions for the transfer of funds and Resolutions for
the receipt of unanticipated revenue.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 1).
RESOLUTION NO. 103-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 2).
RESOLUTION NO. 104-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 3).
RESOLUTION NO. 105-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 4).
RESOLUTION NO. 106-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 5).
RESOLUTION NO. 107-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 6).
RESOLUTION NO. 108-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 7).
RESOLUTION NO. 109-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 8).
RESOLUTION NO. 110-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 9).
RESOLUTION NO. 111-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 10).
RESOLUTION NO. 112-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 11).
RESOLUTION NO. 113-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 12).
RESOLUTION NO. 114-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 13).
RESOLUTION NO. 115-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 14).
RESOLUTION NO. 116-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item C27 Board granted approval to advertise a Public Hearing for a Budget Amendment
for the Impact Fees -Roadways, Fund 130.
Item C31 Board granted approval to issue a bid solicitation for Sewer Lateral
connections at Florida Keys Marathon International Airport.
Item C32 Board granted approval to issue a bid solicitation for New Storage Hangars at
Florida Keys Marathon International Airport.
Item C34 Board granted approval of a Supplemental Local Agency Program (LAP)
agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) in the amount of
$86,447.71 to increase grant funds allocated to engineering design and permitting services
from $100,000 to $186,447.71 for repairs to Monroe County bridge 4904480, the ramp from
the Old Seven Mile Bridge to Pigeon Key Island.
Item C35 Board granted approval of Contract with Metric Engineering, Inc., for
engineering design, permitting and post design services for the Pigeon Key Ramp Repair
project in the total not to exceed amount of $205,959.71. The project is 100% funded through
a Local Agency Program (LAP) Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation
(FDOT).
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL — BULK APPROVALS
Item D1 Board granted approval of an Amendment to Agreement with Axis Travel
Marketing, Ltd. (to provide European Travel Services in the United Kingdom; Ireland;
Scandinavia; Italy; France; Germany; Austria; Switzerland; Benelux and Holland which
promote tourism) to exercise option to extend Agreement for two additional years to
September 30, 2017 with an increase in compensation.
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Item D3 Board granted approval of an Amendment to Agreement with Pigeon Key
Foundation, Inc. to extend termination date for the Pigeon Key Gang Quarters Bathroom
Repairs project to March 31, 2016.
Item D4 Board granted approval of an Agreement with Key West Art and Historical
Society, Inc. covering the Custom House Museum Roof Repairs project in an amount not to
exceed $170,990, DAC I FY 2015 Capital Resources.
Item D5 Board granted approval of an Agreement with Florida Keys Community
College and the Letters "FKCC" covering the Tennessee Williams Theatre Lobby Expansion
and Enhancement project in an amount not to exceed $350,000, DAC I, FY 2015 Capital
Resources.
Item D7 Board granted approval of an Agreement with Key West Botanical Garden
Society, Inc. covering the Botanical Garden Signage, Playground and Demonstration Garden
project in an amount not to exceed $18,250, DAC I, FY 2015 Capital Resources.
Item D8 Board granted approval of an Agreement with The Studios of Key West, Inc.
covering the Studios of Key West, Beacon of the Arts — Phase III project in an amount not to
exceed $150,000, DAC I, FY 2015 Capital Resources.
DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT — BULK APPROVALS
Item H1 Board granted approval of a refund to Monroe County Fire Equipment for
overage paid on a permit issued 2/20/15, for the amount of $171.00.
Item H2 Board granted approval of a refund to Keys Roofing, Inc. for an error in
issuing a permit on 1/14/2015, for the amount of $55.78.
Item H3 Board granted approval of a refund to Robert T. Zollo for overage paid on a
permit issued on 2/10/15, for the amount of $155.00.
Item H4 Board granted approval of a refund to Coastal Docks, LLC. For an error in
issuing a permit on 9/30/14, for the amount of $180.00.
Item H5 Board granted approval of a refund to Integrity Builders, LLC. for overage
paid on a permit issued on 10/15/14, for the amount of $15.66.
Item H6 Board granted approval of a refund to Sky Limit Construction, LLC. for
overage paid on a permit issued on 11/13/14, for the amount of $310.76.
Item H7 Board granted approval to re -appoint Mr. Charles E. Miller (Charlie),
CGCO23830, to one additional three-year term to the Contractors' Examining Board (CEB)
beginning April 15, 2015 and ending April 15, 2018 as the second alternate voting member.
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Item H8 Board adopted a Resolution authorizing Code Compliance Inspector, Francie
Boellard to issue citations for disposition in County Court.
RESOLUTION NO. 117-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item H9 Board granted approval of the County Administrator and Growth Management
Division Director's appointment of Cynthia McPherson to the position of Senior Director,
Code Compliance Department, under direction of the Growth Management Division.
MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT
Item I1 Board granted approval of request for expenditure from the Law Enforcement
Trust Fund.
COUNTY CLERK
Item L2 Board granted approval of the Revised Minutes for November 18th, 2014
Minutes, December 10th, 2014 Minutes, January 21st, 2015 Minutes and March 9th, 2015
Minutes.
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Item 1-3 Board granted approval of Warrants for the month of March, 2015: (107341-
107404 8L 584680-585576): General Fund (001), in the amount of $3,033, 177.99; Fine 8z
Forfeiture Fund (101), in the amount of $3,444,541.97-1 Road and Bridge Fund (102), in
the amount of $67,329.00; TDC District Two Penny (115), in the amount of $596,047.56;
TDC Admin. 8y Promo 2 Cent (116), in the amount of $773,021.61-1 TDC District 1,3 Cent
(117), in the amount of $571,465.18-1 TDC District 2,3 Cent (118), in the amount of
$62,696.04-1 TDC District 3,3 Cent (119), in the amount of $147,450.30-1 TDC District 4,3
Cent (120), in the amount of $133,303.66-1 TDC District 5,3 Cent (121), in the amount of
$206,025.02; Gov. Fund Type Grants (125), in the amount of $908,238.70; Impact Fees
Roadways (130), in the amount of $70,132.28-1 Fire 8z ,kmb District 1 LBzM Keys (141), in
the amount of $88,014.54; Upper Keys Health Care (144), in the amount of $221.21; Uninc
Svc Dist Parks 8L Rec (147), in the amount of $68,888.84; Plan, Build, Zoning (148), in the
amount of $92,670.09-1 Municipal Policing (149), in the amount of $530,899.33; 911
Enhancement Fee (150), in the amount of $74,683.94-1 Duck Key Security (152), in the
amount of $4,905.70-1 Boating Improvement Fund (157), in the amount of $48, 155.54-1
Misc. Special Revenue Fund (158), in the amount of $41,538.19-1 Environmental
Restoration (160), in the amount of $12, 102.07-1 Court Facilities Fees-602 (163), in the
amount of $20,331.49; Drug Abuse Trust (164), in the amount of $ 5,686.25; Bay Point
Wastewater MSTU (168), in the amount of $523.28-1 Big Coppitt Wastewater MSTU
(169), in the amount of $302.18; Stock Island Wastewater (171), in the amount of
$12,897.09; C udj oe- Sugarloaf MSTU (172), in the amount of $469.94; Duck Key MSTU
(176), in the amount of $302. 18; Building Fund (180), in the amount of $100,766.94; 1 Cent
Infra Surtax (304), in the amount of $834,738.22; INFR Sle Srtx Rev Bds2007 (308), in the
amount of $15,444.00; Big Coppitt Wastewater PR (310), in the amount of $4,494.40; Duck
Key Wastewater (311), in the amount of $1,087.74; Cudjoe Regional (312), $6,978.07;
Series 2014 Revenue Bonds (314), in the amount of $13 5.84; Card Sound Bridge (401), in
the amount of $4,384.49; Marathon Airport (403), in the amount of $417,962.30; Key West
Intl. Airport (404), in the amount of $726,539.60-1 PFC 8r C PER Restrictions (406), in the
amount of $1,046,095.00-1 MSD Solid Waste (414), in the amount of $1,387,811.69-1
Worker's Compensation (501), in the amount of $104,606.01-1 Group Insurance Fund
(502), in the amount of $155,562.86-1 Risk Management Fund (503), in the amount of
$233,968.52-1 Fleet Management Fund (504), in the amount of $96,564.68-1 Fire & EMS
Losap Trust Fund (610), in the amount of $7,142.50.
Item 1-4 Board granted approval of Tourist Development Council expenses for the
month of March, 2015.
Item L5 Board granted approval to remove surplus equipment from inventory and
transfer assets from TDC Audit to Clerk of Courts.
Item 1-6 Board granted approval of FKAA invoices greater than $50,000 (to include
salaries), relating to the Cudjoe Regional Wastewater System Project.
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COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Item M3 Board granted approval to ratify an Agreement signed by the Deputy County
Administrator with Casa Operating Lessee Inc., for conference hosting and implementation
services for the 7th Annual Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Summit to be held in
Key West on December 2-3, 2015. The Summit is being hosted by Monroe County on behalf
of the Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact, a four -county partnership created
for the purpose of collaborative planning and implementation of adaptation and mitigation
strategies related to climate change.
Item M4 Board granted approval for the running of the 34th Annual 7-mile Bridge Run
for Saturday, April 5, 2015 from 6:45 A.M. to 9:00 A.M.
COUNTY ATTORNEY
Item N2 Board granted approval of Professional Services Agreement with the law firm
of Barnett, Bolt, Kirkwood, Long & Koche, P.A. for advice and representation of the County
in connection with employment tax issues.
Item N4 Board granted authorization to initiate litigation against Robert Sax and the
property located at 688 Dolphin Ave., Key Largo, Florida, to seek compliance with the
County Code and enforce a lien arising from Code Compliance Case Number CE13040144.
Item N6 Board granted Ratification of collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local
3909 Unit One and Unit Two covering the time period October 1, 2014 through September
30, 2017, and authorization for County Administrator to execute the agreements.
Item N7 Board granted authorization to initiate litigation against Mia Rubinstein and
her property located at 3746 Park Avenue, Big Pine Key, to seek compliance with the County
Code and enforce a lien arising from Code Compliance Case Number CE13070170.
Item N10 Board granted approval of Second Amendment to contract with Erin L. Deady,
P.A. for outside legal counsel for issues related to the RESTORE Act and technical assistance
with the development of the County's Multi -Year Implementation Plan and RESTORE Act
local pot -funded grant applications.
PUBLIC WORKS
Item C14 Bob Shillinger, County Attorney and Kevin Wilson, Public
Works/Engineering/Project Management Director addressed the Board regarding the
Authorization for the Division Director of Public Works & Engineering to cancel the lease
agreement for Watson Field. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Neugent
and seconded by Commissioner Murphy granting approval of the item. Motion passed
unanimously.
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COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Item C21 Rhonda Haag, Sustainability Manager and Roman GasteSi, County
Adminstrator addressed the Board regarding the approval to direct County staff to incorporate
considerations for energy efficiency, sea level rise and climate change into County capital
projects and other activities proposed for Fiscal Year 2015/2016 during the budget process, as
requested in the Monroe County Climate Change Advisory Committee Resolution. After
discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner
Carruthers granting approval of the item. Motion passed unanimously.
Item C29 Board discussed the Authorization for the Mayor to execute a Memorandum of
Understanding with Guidance/Care Center for the project entitled Men's Jail Housed Drug
Abuse Treatment Program, for the period from October 1, 2014 through September 30, 2015.
See motion under Item C30.
Item C30 Board discussed the approval of Ratification of the Certificate of Acceptance
of Sub -grant Award for the Guidance/Care Center: Men's Jail Housed Drug Abuse Treatment
Program, using funds provided under the FDLE Residential Substance Abuse Treatment
Grant program, for the period from October 1, 2014 through September 30, 2015. Motion was
made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Murphy granting approval
of both C29 and C30. A Roll Call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Carruthers
Yes
Commissioner Murphy
Yes
Commissioner Neugent
Yes
Commissioner Rice
Abstain
Mayor Kolhage
Yes
Motion Carried.
Item C33 Don DeCTraw, Airports Director addressed the Board regarding the approval to
issue a bid solicitation for Phase II of the Key West International Airport's Customs Facility
renovation. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by
Commissioner Murphy granting approval of the item. Motion passed unanimously.
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL — SULK APPROVALS
Item 1E)2 Board discussed the approval of a resolution to transfer District V, FY 2015
Event Resources into District V, FY 2015 Advertising Campaign/Resources in an amount of
$10,000. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Carruthers and seconded by
Commissioner Neugent granting approval of the item. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 119-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Item D6 Board discussed the approval of an Agreement with Historic Florida Keys
Foundation, Inc. covering the Oldest House Electrical and Roof Repair project in an amount
not to exceed $16,913, DAC I, FY 2015 Capital Resources. After discussion, a motion was
made by Commissioner Murphy and seconded by Commissioner Carruthers granting approval
of the item. A Roll Call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Carruthers
Yes
Commissioner Murphy
Yes
Commissioner Neugent
Yes
Commissioner Rice
Abstain
Mayor Kolhage
Yes
Motion Carried.
COUNTY ATTORNEY
Item N3 David Martinez, Property Owner and Kathleen Windsor, Code addressed the
Board concerning the equest of the property owners, David J. Martinez, Jr. and Liliana
Martinez, for a reduction in the outstanding code fines imposed in Code Case No.
CE13100191 as a result of a failure to connect to the Central Sewer System. After discussion,
a motion was made by Commissioner Murphy and seconded by Commissioner Rice to reduce
the fines and costs to the amount of $1,009.44 and payable within 30 days to. Motion passed
unanimously.
WASTEWATER
Item G1 Board discussed the approval of Amendment 9 to the Cudjoe regional ILA
with FKAA to add $7.1 million of additional funding for construction of a deep injection well.
Funding will come from a combination of Mayfield wastewater grants and infrastructure sales
taxes. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by
Commissioner Carruthers granting approval of the item. Motion passed unanimously.
STAFF REPORTS
Item E5 Kevin Wilson, Public Works/Engineering/Project Management Director
addressed the Board regarding the Monthly Financial Summary on Cudjoe. He also provided
an update on all of the Sewer Projects. Commissioner Neugent brought up the issue with the
E3 Contract and the CPI Increase.
Item E6 Christine Hurley, Growth Management Director addressed the Board regarding
the regarding the Affordable Housing Workshop. The FSU Consensus Center will have a
DRAFT Report in a week. Ms. Hurley also discussed the Comprehensive Plan updates.
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COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Item M2 Board discussed the approval to enter into a Contract with the lowest
responsive and responsive proposer JND Thomas Company, Inc. for removing organic muck
material from Canal 4266 located between Baileys Lane and Witters Lane in Doctor's Arm
Big Pine Key, and Canal 4290 located between Avenues I and Avenue J in Big Pine Key,
utilizing vacuum dredging. The following individuals addressed the Board: Rhonda Haag,
Sustainability Manager; Wendy Blondin and Lisa Tennyson, Grants Acquisitions and
Legislative Affairs Director. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Rice and
seconded by Commissioner Murphy to approve both canals with the proviso that no
contaminated soil be disposed of at Marathon Golf Club (Option A) and that contaminated
soil be disposed of at the least expensive landfill that will accept it. A Roll Call vote was taken
with the following results.
Commissioner Carruthers
Yes
Commissioner Murphy
Yes
Commissioner Neugent
Yes
Commissioner Rice
Yes
Mayor Kolhage
Yes
Motion Carried.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Item H10 Board discussed the approval to advertise a Public Hearing to consider an
amendment to Section 6-3 of the Monroe County Code (MCC) relating to the allowance of
temporary setback variances for temporary construction staging areas with a special permit
granted by the Board of County Commissioners. After discussion, a motion was made by
Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Murphy granting approval of the
item. Motion passed unanimously.
STAFF REPORTS
Item E7 Lisa Tennyson, Grants Acquisition and Legislative Affairs Director addressed
the Board regarding Gulf Seafood Project and which type of acquisition would the Board like
to utilize. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Carruthers and seconded by
Commissioner Murphy to pursue out right fee simple acquisition for the Gulf Seafood
Company. Motion passed unanimously.
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DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT - BULK APPROVALS
Item HI Christine Hurley addressed the Board regarding the Discussion of Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Community Assistance Visits (CAVs).
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS — BULK APPROVALS
Item K1 Deb Curlee, representing Got Your Bags? Addressed the Board regarding
adopting a Resolution supporting the initiatives by local municipalities in Florida to lessen the
negative impact of single -use plastic bags on our environment. After discussion, a motion was
made by Commissioner Carruthers and seconded by Commissioner Murphy to adopt the
Resolution and the addition to expand legislation to include counties and other local
government municipalities. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 102a-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Item M5 Nat Cassel, Assistant County Attorney addressed the Board regarding the
approval to enter into an Agreement with Larry W. and Pamela Aravena LeJuene for a
temporary grant of easement and right of entry for use of their property located at 30990
Bailey's Lane, Big Pine Key, Parcel Identification Number 00310730-000000., during
construction of the canal organic removal water quality improvement demonstration project at
Canal 4266, Doctor's Arm Subdivision, Big Pine Key. Items M5 and M6 were heard together
and the motion is below.
Item M6 Nat Cassel, Assistant County Attorney addressed the Board regarding the
approval to enter into an Agreement with Jerry Shearin for a temporary grant of easement and
right of entry for use of his property located at Lot 48 on Witters Lane, Big Pine Key, Parcel
Identification Number 00310490-000000 during construction of the canal organic removal
water quality improvement demonstration project at Canal 4266, Doctor's Arm Subdivision,
Big Pine Key. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Carruthers and
seconded by Commissioner Rice granting approval of items M5 and M6. Motion passed
unanimously.
STAFF REPORTS
Item E8 Bob Ward, Information Technology Director addressed the Board concering a
new application that shows the County's annual budget.
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COUNTY ATTORNEY
Item N1 Bob Shillinger, County Attorney addressed the Board concerning the
Islamorada Affordable Housing Committee that is meeting on April 20th, 2015 at 12p.m. at the
Village Chambers. Mr. Shillinger also addressed the Board regarding a Closed Session that he
needs to have at the May 20, 2015 BOCC Meeting in Key Largo at 1:30p.m. regarding the
matter of Hill v. Monroe County. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner
Carruthers and seconded by Commissioner Murphy granting approval of the Closed Session.
Item N5 Kathleen Windsor addressed the Board regarding the Authorization to initiate
litigation against Miami Kiwanis Youth Foundation, Inc. and vacant property identified by
real estate number 005507071-000000 in the public records of Monroe County for injunction,
foreclosure, money judgment and writ of execution; authorization for the County to proceed
with abatement of overgrown canal vegetation creating a navigational hazard per Resolution
No. 377-2014; and to impose repair costs as a lien. A motion was made by Commissioner
Murphy and seconded by Commissioner Rice to approve the item. Motion passed
unanimously.
Item N8 Patricia Lloyd and Steve Williams, Assistant County Attorney addressed the
Board concerning the Property Owner's, Patricia Lloyd, request for reduction in the
outstanding Code Fines imposed in code cases L4-96-99, CE09080166, 47 Riviera Drive, Big
Coppitt Key. After discussion, a motion was made by Mayor Kolhage and seconded by
Commissioner Rice to accept the recommendation of Staff as outlined on the agenda item
summary (accept the reduced amount of $211,055.66 {$208,380.00 fines and $1,675.60
costs} for 60 days and provide a Full Satisfaction and Release of Lien upon payment after 60
days amount will revert to the full amount). Motion passed unanimously.
Item N9 Bob Shillinger, County Attorney and Sloan Bashinsky addressed the Board
regarding the discussion and direction of the use of the County Facilities by political parties.
The Board decided to leave the current policy in place as it reflects the current law.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
ItemOl Board discussed a Public Hearing to consider an Ordinance by the Monroe
County Board of County Commissioners to defer the approval of applications for the transfer
of development rights to offshore islands, transfer of ROGO exemptions to offshore islands,
tier amendments for offshore islands; map amendments for offshore islands to increase
potential density or intensity and text amendments for offshore islands to increase
development potential (density/intensity), commencing January 21, 2015, until such time as a
comprehensive plan amendment process is completed regarding offshore islands and
providing for expiration within 365 days of the effective date of this interim development
ordinance or when the comprehensive plan amendments become effective, whichever comes
first. The following individuals addressed the Board: Mayte Santamaria, Planning Director;
Sloan Bashinsky; Bart Smith, representing FEB Corp.; Christine Russell; and Naja Girard,
representing Last Stand. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Murphy and
seconded by Commissioner Carruthers to approve the item. Motion passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 011-2015
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
Item 02 Mayte Santamaria, Planning Director addressed the Board regarding a Public
Hearing to consider a Resolution by the BOCC to amend Resolution 4 183 -2013, the
Planning & Environmental Resources Fee Schedule to:
• Establish a fee for temporary construction staging areas; and
• Establish a separate fee for a Lettre of Understanding specific to cell tower proposals;
and
• Correct the fee Land Use District Map Amendment application and combine to one
application; and
• Establish a Vacation Rental Exemption application and fee to implement Section 134-
1(b); and
• Repeal any other fee schedules inconsistent herewith.
After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner
Murphy granting approval of the item. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 118-2015
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Item 03 Board discussed a Public Hearing to consider an Ordinance by the Monroe
County Board of County Commissioners amending the Monroe County Land Use District
(Zoning) Map to expand the boundaries of the Rockland Key Commercial Retail Center
Overlay District, as described in Section 130-131 of the Monroe County Code, for one
additional property described as a parcel of land in a part of Government Lots 6 and 7, Section
21, Township 67 South, Range 26 East, Rockland Key, Monroe County, Florida, having Real
Estate Number 00122080-000302. (Quasi -Judicial Proceeding). The following individuals
addressed the Board: Mayte Santamaria, Planning Director; Sloan Bashinsky; and Michelle
Newmann. After discussion, a motion was made Commissioner Murphy and seconded by
Commissioner Rice granting approval of the item. Motion passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 012-2015
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
Item 04 Board discussed a Public Hearing to adopt a Resolution approving a
Development Agreement, pursuant to Chapter 163.3220 F.S., between Monroe County,
Florida; Roger Bernstein, as Trustee of the Benjamin Bernstein Trust B; and Safe Harbor
Seafood (as successor in interest to Joseph R. Rackman and Jeffrey W. Bolotin, as Trustees of
the Island Trust Agreement dated March 10, 1989) agreeing to a conceptual plan to redevelop
property located at 5700 Fourth Avenue, 5550 Fifth Avenue and 6500 Front Street on Stock
Island. (Statutorily Required Public Hearing). The following individuals addressed the Board:
Mayte Santamaria, Planning Director; Bart Smith, representing the applicant; Josh Nicklaus;
Jesus Diaz; Ruben Ravelo; Daniel Padron; Santiago Arencibia; Ricardo Diaz; Peter Batty;
Simon Stafford; and Mimi Stafford. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner
Murphy and seconded by Commissioner Rice to go with Staff Recommendation to continue
until June. Motion passed unanimously.
After further discussion, a motion was made by Mayor Kolhage and seconded by
Commissioner Rice to revisit the language in the Comprehensive Plan. Motion passed
unanimously.
Item 05 Board discussed a Public Hearing for an Ordinance Chapter 25 of the Monroe
County Code relating to Non -Consensual Towing Services. The following individuals
addressed the Board: Pedro Mercado, Assistant County Attorney; Bob Shillinger, County
Attorney; Doris Arnold, representing Arnold's Towing; Billy Pruitt, Jr., representing Florida
Keys Towing and Billy Pruitt, Sr., representing Florida Keys Towing. After discussion, a
motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Rice to continue
this item until the May 20, 2015 BOCC Meeting in Key Largo, FL. Motion passed
unanimously.
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There being no further business, the meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
was adjourned.
Amy Heavilin, CPA, Clerk
and ex-officio Clerk to the
Board of County Commissioners
Monroe County, Florida
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REVISED MINUTES
OF THE MONROE COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Regular Meeting
Board of County Commissioners
Wednesday, July 16, 2014
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 Heather Carruthers, Commissioner George R. Neugent, Commissioner David
Rice and Mayor Sylvia Murphy. Commissioner Kolhage was absent. Also present at the
meeting were Roman Gastesi, County Administrator; Bob Shillinger, County Attorney; Amy
Heavilin, Clerk; Lindsey Ballard, Deputy Clerk; County Staff, members of the press and
radio; and the general public.
ADDITIONS, CORRECTIONS, DELETIONS
Item A A motion was made by Commissioner Carruthers and seconded by
Commissioner Neugent granting approval of the Additions, Corrections and Deletions to the
Agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
PRESENTATIONS OF AWARDS
Item B1 Presentation of Years of Service Award for 15 years of service to Monroe
County to Peter Horton, Senior Director of Airports.
Item B2 Presentation of Years of Service Award for 20 years of service to Monroe
County to Ann Riger, Contract Administrator, Project Management, Public
Works/Engineering Division.
Item B3 Presentation of Years of Service Award for 10 years of service to Monroe
County to Christine Thompson, Application Analyst, Project Management/Engineering
Division.
BULK APPROVALS
Motion was made by Commissioner Carruthers and seconded by Commissioner Neugent
granting approval of the Bulk Approvals. Motion carried unanimously.
Item C1 Board granted approval of Monroe County Public Library participation in a
grant -funded project to digitize high school yearbooks into a DVD format at no cost to
participating libraries.
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Item C2 Board adopted a Resolution to amend the Personnel Policies and Procedures
Manual.
RESOLUTION NO. 117-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item C3 Board granted approval to accept Proposal for renewal from Ace Property and
Casualty Insurance Company through Arthur J. Gallagher for Airport Liability Insurance at a
cost of $33,749.16, with staff signing the necessary forms.
Item C4 Board granted approval of an increase to the Florida Department of Revenue's
2014/2015 State Fiscal Year (July 1 —June 30) annual contribution toward the Medicaid
Program's County Share of Matching Funds. Currently, the Monroe County 2013/2014
contribution is $706,352 annually / $58,862.67 monthly. The Monroe County 2014/2015
contribution is increasing to $725,740 annually / $60,478.33 monthly. This is an increase of
$1,615.66 per month over last state fiscal year.
Item C6 Board granted approval of State of Florida Department of Economic
Opportunity Federally Funded Weatherization Assistance Program MODIFICATION 4001
for Agreement 414WX-OG-11-54-01-039 between Monroe County Board of County
Commissioners (Monroe County Social Services) and the State of Florida, Department of
Economic Opportunity.
Item C7 Board granted approval of Ratification of the Alzheimer's Disease Initiative
Program (ADI) Contract 4KZ1497 between the Alliance for Aging, Inc. (AAA) and Monroe
County Board of County Commissioners (Social Services/In Home Services) for the contract
period of 7/1/14 to 6/30/15, in the amount of $83,407.00.
Item C8 Board granted approval of Ratification of the Community Care for the Elderly
(CCE) Contract #KC 1471 between the Alliance for Aging, Inc. (AAA) and Monroe County
Board of County Commissioners (Social Services/In Home Services) for the contract period
of 7/1/14 to 6/30/15, in the amount of $302,523.00.
Item C9 Board granted approval of Ratification of the Home Care for the Elderly
(HCE) Contract 4KH 1472 between the Alliance for Aging, Inc. (AAA) and Monroe County
Board of County Commissioners (Social Services/In Home Services) for the contract period
of 7/1/14 to 6/30/15, in the amount of $12,694.00.
Item C10 Board granted approval of Ratification of Amendment 4002 of the Community
Care for the Elderly (CCE) Contract #KC 1371 between the Alliance for Aging, Inc. (AAA)
and Monroe County Board of County Commissioners (Social Services/In Home Services) for
the contract period of 7/1/13 to 6/30/14. Amendment 4002 corrects the total number of units
in Respite to 650.
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Item CI Board granted approval of Ratification of Amendment 4003 of the Community
Care for the Elderly (CCE) Contract #KC 1371 between the Alliance for Aging, Inc. (AAA)
and Monroe County Board of County Commissioners (Social Services/In Home Services) for
the contract period of 7/1/13 to 6/30/14. Amendment 4003 increases the contract amount by
$22,709.00 from the original allocation of $302,523.00 to $325,232.00.
Item C12 Board granted approval and Ratification of submission of a grant application
for the Homeless Prevention Grant offered by the Florida Department of Children and
Families, Office on Homelessness, Grant Application 4LPZ13, in the amount of $50,000 for
the period of FY2014-2015.
Item C13 Board granted approval and Ratification of submission of a grant application
for the Rapid Rehousing Grant offered by the Florida Department of Children and Families,
Office on Homelessness, Grant Application 4LPZ12, in the amount of $76,598 for the period
of FY2014-2015.
Item C14 Board granted approval to enter into an Agreement between Safeguard
America, Inc d/b/a AMERICASTRANSPORTATION.COM and Monroe County Board of
County Commissioners to augment and provide additional emergency transportation services
to Monroe County residents, guests, workforce and their appropriately caged or crated pets
during the evacuation, re-entry and recovery phase of an emergency as determined by Monroe
County Emergency Management, and authorization for the County Administrator to execute
any other required documentation.
Item C15 Board granted approval of Task Order 42014-001 with CDM Smith for
Construction Administration Services (the "Project") for the Florida Keys Marathon Airport
Terminal Sewer Laterals.
Item C16 Board granted approval of a Contract with ESCO as a sole source provider for
purchase of EMAS blocks for the western end of the runway at the Key West International
Airport.
Item C18 Board granted approval of a Task Order with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc.
for Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) services for US 1 Bayside Shared Use Path
project, Key Largo. The task order is being awarded under the On Call contract for
Professional Services.
Item C19 Board granted approval to award bid, waive minor Mathematical Irregularities,
and approve a contract with Construct Group Corp. for construction of the US 1 Bayside
Shared Use Path project in Key Largo (approximately MM 106.1 to MM 99.9).The project is
funded by a County Incentive Grant Program (CIGP) grant from Florida Department of
Transportation (FDOT) and supplemented by District Three Transportation Impact Fees.
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Item C20 Board granted approval to rescind Amendment Two to the Joint Participation
Agreement (JPA) with Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) that was approved as
Item C-37 at the May 21, 2014 BOCC meeting; ratification of revised Amendment Two and
Amendment Three to the JPA to extend the term of the JPA to June 30, 2015 and to increase
the total contract amount by $125,000 to fund operation of the Pigeon Key Ferry through June
2015.
Item C22 Board granted approval of Modification 49 to the State Funded Subgrant
Agreement for the Design and Construction of the proposed Emergency Operations Center in
Marathon to extend Federal funding from June 30, 2014 to December 30, 2014.
Item C23 Board granted approval of a Contract with Barracuda Builders of Key West,
Inc. for the West Martello Tower Meeting Room Renovation. This project is funded by the
TDC.
Item C24 Board granted approval to negotiate a Contract for design and permitting
services with Stantec Consulting Services (Stantec) for the scenic overlooks at Big Pine
Community Park and Higgs Beach. This project is funded at 100% by a federal Transportation
Alternatives Program (TAP) award through the Florida Department of Transportation.
Item C25 Board granted approval of Receipt of monthly report on Change Orders
reviewed by the County Administrator's Office.
Item C27 Board granted approval of a Task Order with CDM Smith for Resident
Professional Representative (RPR) Services during construction of the Marathon Airport
Customs and Border Protection facility. This project is funded by an FDOT grant and airport
funds.
Item C28 Board granted approval of a First Amendment to Contract for Professional
Services with Currie Sowards Aguila Architects to authorize fee adjustment based on actual
construction costs for the Design through Construction Administration of the old recycling
center on Magnolia Street in Key Largo for the purposes of relocating the Upper Keys Public
Works Division. This project is funded through infrastructure sales tax.
Item C29 Board granted approval of a Task order with Keith and Schnars, P.A. to design
and permit boat ramp repairs for three county boat ramps; Key Largo Harry Harris Park Boat
Ramp, Little Torch State Road 4A Boat Ramp, and Big Coppitt Gulf Crest Boat Ramp.
Repairs of boat ramps are being funded through the Boater Improvement Fund.
Item C30 Board adopted a Resolution to adopt tentative Residential Solid Waste
Collection, Disposal and Recycling rates for Fiscal Year 2014/15.
RESOLUTION NO. 118-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Item C31 Board adopted a Resolution to adopt tentative Solid Waste Collection, Disposal
and Recycling rates for commercial waste generators for Fiscal Year 2014/15.
RESOLUTION NO. 119-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item C32 Board granted approval to award bid and enter into Agreement with We Buy
Scrap LLC for the Sale/Purchase of one (1) Thurman Steel In -Ground Truck Scale, including
removal and delivery to new location. We Buy Scrap LLC was the only bidder. This
agreement will expire midnight August 16, 2014.
Item C33 Board granted approval to exercise the First Option to Renew the Contract with
Maverick United Elevator LLC for complete elevator service maintenance for Monroe County
and Amendment to add the newly constructed Stock Island Fire Station 48 elevator, with an
effective date of April 01, 2015, when the 1 year installation maintenance agreement with
Mowrey Elevators expires.
Item C34 Board granted approval to increase the Contract amount from $70,000/year to
$175,000/year with TEM ENVIRONMENTAL & MECHANICAL SERVICES, Corp. for
Lower Keys facilities central air conditioning maintenance and repair.
Item C35 Board adopted various Resolutions for the transfer of funds and resolutions for
the receipt of unanticipated revenue.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.1).
RESOLUTION NO. 120-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.2).
RESOLUTION NO. 121-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.3).
RESOLUTION NO. 122-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.4).
RESOLUTION NO. 123-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.5).
RESOLUTION NO. 124-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.6).
RESOLUTION NO. 125-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.7).
RESOLUTION NO. 126-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.8).
RESOLUTION NO. 127-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.9).
RESOLUTION NO. 128-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.10).
RESOLUTION NO. 129-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.11).
RESOLUTION NO. 130-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.12).
RESOLUTION NO. 131-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.13).
RESOLUTION NO. 132-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.14).
RESOLUTION NO. 133-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.15).
RESOLUTION NO. 134-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.16).
RESOLUTION NO. 135-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.17).
RESOLUTION NO. 136-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.18).
RESOLUTION NO. 137-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.19).
RESOLUTION NO. 138-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.20).
RESOLUTION NO. 139-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.21).
RESOLUTION NO. 140-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.22).
RESOLUTION NO. 141-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.23).
RESOLUTION NO. 142-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.24).
RESOLUTION NO. 143-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.25).
RESOLUTION NO. 144-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.26).
RESOLUTION NO. 145-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.27).
RESOLUTION NO. 146-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.28).
RESOLUTION NO. 147-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.29).
RESOLUTION NO. 148-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.30).
RESOLUTION NO. 149-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.31).
RESOLUTION NO. 150-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.32).
RESOLUTION NO. 151-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.33).
RESOLUTION NO. 152-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.34).
RESOLUTION NO. 153-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.35).
RESOLUTION NO. 154-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.36).
RESOLUTION NO. 155-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.37).
RESOLUTION NO. 156-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.38).
RESOLUTION NO. 157-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.39).
RESOLUTION NO. 158-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.40).
RESOLUTION NO. 159-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.41).
RESOLUTION NO. 160-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.42).
RESOLUTION NO. 161-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.43).
RESOLUTION NO. 162-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.44).
RESOLUTION NO. 163-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.45).
RESOLUTION NO. 164-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.46).
RESOLUTION NO. 165-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.47).
RESOLUTION NO. 166-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.48).
RESOLUTION NO. 167-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.49).
RESOLUTION NO. 168-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.50).
RESOLUTION NO. 169-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.51).
RESOLUTION NO. 170-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.52).
RESOLUTION NO. 171-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.53).
RESOLUTION NO. 172-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.54).
RESOLUTION NO. 173-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item C36 Board granted approval to submit an application to the U.S. Department of
Justice, Bureau of Justice for FY 14 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
Program Local Solicitation award for $12,628 on behalf of the Monroe County Drug Court
and for County Administrator to execute required documents and contract when/if awarded.
Item 37 Board granted approval to advertise a Public Hearing for a Budget Amendment
for the Key West International Aiport, Fund 404.
Item C38 Board granted approval for expansion of the Ramrod Central Sewer collection
system to include three parcels at a cost of $53,848.80 ($17,949.60/EDU) less the assessment
revenue of $13,500 ($4,500/EDU).
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL -BULK APPROVALS
Item D1 Board granted approval of an Amendment to Destination Agreement with the
Domestic Abuse Shelter, Inc. for the No Name Race in January 2014 to extend termination
date of agreement for submission of invoices to July 31, 2014.
Item D2 Board granted approval of an Amendment to Destination Agreement with
Petronia St. Neighborhood Association, Inc. for Goombay 2013 to extend expiration date for
submission of invoices to July 31, 2014.
Item D3 Board granted approval of an Amendment to Agreement with Dolphin
Research Center, Inc. to extend termination date for the DRC Construct Environmental
Services Building project to March 31, 2015.
Item D4 Board granted approval of Agreement with Keys Association of Dive
Operators, Inc. to oversee the Monroe County TDC Dive Umbrella (an advisory committee to
make marketing recommendations to the TDC and BOCC concerning dive/snorkeling related
marketing activities) commencing October 1, 2014 and terminating on September 30, 2017
with an option to extend for one additional two (2) year period.
Item D5 Board granted approval of one "At Large" appointment to the Tourist
Development Council District IV Advisory Committee.
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DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT -BULK APPROVALS
Item G1 Board granted approval of Drive In Homebuilders, LLC as an approved non-
governmental entity to qualify purchasers and tenants for modified market rate housing
pursuant to Monroe County Code Section 130-161(f)(8)(c).
Item G2 Board granted approval of an Inter -Local Agreement (ILA) between Monroe
County and the City of Marathons (City) reimbursing the City in an amount up to $24,000
from Boating Improvement Funds (BIF) for costs to be incurred by the City during FY' 15 for
construction of a kayak launching facility.
Item G3 Board granted approval of an Inter -Local Agreement (ILA) between Monroe
County and the Village of Islamorada (City) reimbursing the City in an amount up to $22,500
from Boating Improvement Funds (BIF) for costs to be incurred by the City during FY' 15 for
regulatory buoy maintenance.
Item G4 Board granted approval to advertise a Public Hearing to consider an ordinance
amending §23-114 of the Monroe County Code (MMC) relating to mobile repair and service
businesses.
MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT -BULK APPROVALS
Item K1 Board granted approval of FY 2014 recommendations of the Monroe County
Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund Advisory Board.
MONROE COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY
Item M1 Board granted approval of Governor's appointment of Harry Bethel and Ailton
Lopez to the Monroe County Housing Authority Board of Commissioners.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
Item N1 Board granted approval for the appointment of D.A. Aldridge to the Climate
Change Advisory Committee.
Item N2 Board granted approval of the appointment of Perry Johnston to the Climate
Change Advisory Committee as representative of District 3.
COUNTY CLERK -BULK APPROVALS
Item 02 Board granted approval of Official approval of the Board of County
Commissioners minutes from the May 21 st, 2014 regular meeting, May 22nd, 2014 special
meeting and June l lth, 2014 regular meeting.
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Item 03 Board granted approval of Warrants for the month of June, 2014.: (107341-
107404 & 584680-585576): General Fund (001), in the amount of $1,803,638.04; Fine &
Forfeiture Fund (101), in the amount of $85,661.60; Road and Bridge Fund (102), in the
amount of $120,956.66; TDC District Two Penny (115), in the amount of $246,009.53;
TDC Admin. & Promo 2 Cent (116), in the amount of $1,509,459.41; TDC District 1,3
Cent (117), in the amount of $1,594,715.37; TDC District 2,3 Cent (118), in the amount of
$63,979.13; TDC District 3,3 Cent (119), in the amount of $495,870.42; TDC District 4,3
Cent (120), in the amount of $297,093.85; TDC District 5,3 Cent (121), in the amount of
$211,783.77; Gov. Fund Type Grants (125), in the amount of $336,235.78; Impact Fees
Roadways (130), in the amount of $292,801.85; Fire & Amb District 1 L&M Keys (141), in
the amount of $115,705.40; Upper Keys Health Care (144), in the amount of $60,457.11;
Uninc Svc Dist Parks & Rec (147), in the amount of $60,125.65; Plan, Build, Zoning (148),
in the amount of $39,568.60; Duck Key Security (152), in the amount of $5,730.54; Boating
Improvement Fund (157), in the amount of $105,582.58; Misc. Special Revenue Fund
(158), in the amount of $18,216.54; Environmental Restoration (160), in the amount of
$1,414.27; Court Facilities Fees-602 (163), in the amount of $39.20; Drug Abuse Trust
(164), in the amount of $432.27; Long Key, Layton MSTU (175), in the amount of $151.05;
Duck Key MSTU (176), in the amount of $151.05; Building Fund (180), in the amount of
$7,003.17; 1 Cent Infra Surtax (304), in the amount of $177,746.51; INFR Sle Srtx Rev
Bds2007 (308), in the amount of $68.60; Cudjoe Regional (312), in the amount of
$22,025.00; Card Sound Bridge (401), in the amount of $4,350.75; Marathon Airport
(403), in the amount of $21,893.61; Key West Intl. Airport (404), in the amount of
$349,584.19; MSD Solid Waste (414), in the amount of $1,345,491.84; Worker's
Compensation (501), in the amount of $5,141.40; Group Insurance Fund (502), in the
amount of $1,218,361.60; Risk Management Fund (503), in the amount of $112,025.94;
Fleet Management Fund (504), in the amount of $87,737.16; Fire & EMS LOSAP Trust
Fund (610), in the amount of $2,535.00.
Item 04 Board granted approval of Payroll Warrants for the month of June, 2014.
Item 05 Board granted approval of Tourist Development Council expenditures for the
month of June, 2014.
Item 06 Board granted approval to Remove Surplus Equipment from inventory via
disposal or advertise for bid.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR - BULK APPROVALS
Item P2 Board granted approval of Agreement with Statewide Guardian Ad Litem
Office for Reimbursement of Case Coordinator Services to provide funding for Case
Coordinator Position, for time period July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015 (State FY 2015).
Item P3 Board granted approval of Professional Services Agreement between Robert
Reyes of Floridian Partners, LLC and Monroe County for continuing Strategic Governmental
Consulting Services for another one-year term effective July 19, 2014 through July 18, 2015.
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Item P4 Board granted approval to negotiate Contracts for Federal Lobbying services
with Van Scoyoc Associates, Inc. and Becker and Poliakoff, P.A.
Item P6 Board granted approval of First Amendment to Agreement between North Key
Largo Utility Corporation (NKLUC) and Monroe County which provided funding for water
quality projects. This amendment allows NKLUC to begin design and construction on
designated projects immediately at no additional cost to COUNTY; and date for funding by
County will remain unchanged, subsequent to October 1, 2014.
Item P7 Board granted approval of a Contract with VHB, Inc. to provide professional
analysis of greenhouse gas and air emissions for each of the vendor proposals to be received
in response to the County's current RFP for yard waste processing services.
Item P8 Board granted approval to join the Monroe County Department of Health in
participating in an employee volunteer program "Drive it Home"...Keep Our Paradise Litter -
Free".
Item P9 Board granted approval of revisions to the Monroe County Purchasing Card
Policy & Procedures.
Item P10 Board granted approval of an exception to Section 2.02C of the Personnel
policies and approval to create a new Senior Director of Airports position to be occupied for
up to six months, overlapping with the current Senior Director of Airports who is retiring
01115115. And, approval of the County Administrator's appointment of Donald DeGraw to the
position of Senior Director of Airports.
Item PI Board granted approval to enter an Interlocal Agreement with Broward County
as a sub recipient of a Department of Energy grant for development of a solar e-permitting
system and to remove planning and zoning barriers to solar permitting.
Item P12 Board granted approval to advertise a Request for Proposals for development
of a solar e-permitting system and to remove planning and zoning barriers to solar permitting.
Item P13 Board granted approval of Transmittal of the Fiscal Year 2015 Proposed
Budget
Item P14 Board granted approval of recommendation to the United States Board on
Geographic Names to make official name of Rose Key, an unnamed private island located on
the northeastern end of Key Largo
COUNTY ATTORNEY — BULK APPROVALS
Item Q2 Board adopted a Resolution requesting the Supervisor of Elections to
place the School Board's referendum question on the November 4, 2014 General Election
Ballot concerning whether the School Board of Monroe County should be authorized to
continue to levy a discretionary sales surtax of .5 percent (one-half cent) for an additional ten
(10) year period beginning January 1, 2016, pursuant to F.S. 212.055(6).
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RESOLUTION NO. 174-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Item P5 State Senator Dwight Bullard, District 39, addressed the Board concerning the
Legislative Session that was concluded the first week of May. They were able to accomplish a
few things; Key West Waste Water treatment plan, $50 million dollar allocation made to
Monroe County. An additional $1.2 million went to Work Force Education. Keys Area Health
Education Center received $250,000 and Florida Keys Community College received over $5
million in State Funding. The Guidance Care Center for Wellness received $100,000 dollars.
The Rehabilitation Restoration of the Women's Club received an allocation of $63,000
dollars. The Historic Florida Keys Foundation restoration of City Hall received an allocation
in the amount of $50,000 dollars.
PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING
Item C26 Kevin Wilson, Director Public Works/Engineering addressed the concerning
the approval to award bid and enter into a contract with Pedro Falcon Electrical Contractors,
Inc. for the construction of a Customs and Border Protection Terminal at the Marathon
Airport. Funding for this project is provided by the FDOT and matching airport funding. After
discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner
Carruthers to award the bid and enter into a contract with Pedro Falcon. A Roll Call Vote was
taken with the following results:
Commissioner Carruthers
Yes
Commissioner Kolhage
Absent
Commissioner Neugent
Yes
Commissioner Rice
Yes
Mayor Murphy
Yes
Motion Carried.
SOCIAL SERVICES
Item C5 Board discussed the approval of a contract between Monroe County Board of
County Commissioners and the Community Transportation Coordinator, Guidance/Care
Center, Inc. for a contract period of 07/01/2014 through 06/30/2015. After discussion, a
motion was made Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Carruthers to
approve the contract. Motion carried unanimously.
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PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING
Item C21 Board discussed the ratification of a professional services contract (Task
Order) under an existing Continuing Professional Services Contract with Currie, Sowards,
Aguila Architects to develop several site plan options for a new library on a School Board
property in Marathon. Funding is from infrastructure sales taxes. After discussion, a motion
was made by Commissioner Carruthers and seconded by Commissioner Rice to grant
approval of the item. Motion carried unanimously.
MONROE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR
Item L1 Honorable Danise Henriquez addressed the Board regarding the end of the year
report for the 2013 tax roll. For the 2013 tax roll, the Property Appraiser's Office certified to
the Tax Collector $236,291,555.45. There were $7.6 million taken in discounts, where they
were paid early and received the discount. There were $829,000 in errors and insolvencies and
that also includes the under minimums. There were $77,000 in bankruptcies, that she cannot
collect. As far as the Real Estate tax roll there were 89,718 parcels on the tax roll. 2,274 went
to the delinquent tax sale and only 36 parcels were unpaid to the County in the amount of
$15,000 dollars. So everything for the Real Estate side of the $236 million, only $15,000 has
not been collected. The only thing left to collect are the Tangible Personal Property in the
amount of $188,000 and the Tangible warrants were just done by the Clerk's Office and we
are collecting them as we speak. Recap: of the $236,291,555.45 I have $188,000 to collect
and again we have balanced to the penny. A motion was made by Commissioner Rice and
seconded by Commissioner Carruthers to grant the extension for the 2014 tax roll for the
Property Appraiser's Office. Motion carried unanimouosly.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
Item N3 Board discussed the issue regarding the Affordable Housing Advisory
Committee meetings to be called more frequently than once per year. Board would like to
discuss the issue privately and bring it back before the Board in August.
SOUNDING BOARD
Item J2 Dr. Robert Foley addressed the Board regarding Alliance for Aging. Dr. Foley
discussed how the Board monitors how the funds are being used in Monroe County. He
informed the Board that Monroe County does receive more money per resident than Miami -
Dade County. The Board is working on bringing programs that are available to Miami -Dade
County down to Monroe County.
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COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Item P1 Roman Gastesi, County Administrator addressed the Board regarding the
Affordable Housing and Transportation. Would like to contact the FSU Consensus Center. He
also addressed the Board regarding the Budget, the budget will handed out during lunch.
There will be a meeting July 24, 2014 to discuss and get any input. The Budget Meetings will
take place September 3rd 8t and 1 lth. Commissioner Neugent brought up the issue with Right
of Ways and would County Administrator, Growth Management and Engineering to get
together and discuss this issue. At the September 3rd Budget Meeting, would like to have a
Special Meeting at 3pm for the Sustainability Action Plan and present some of the model.
COUNTY ATTORNEY
Item Q1 Bob Shillinger, County Attorney addressed the Board concerning Susan
Grimsley's retirement from the County Attorney's Office. He also addressed the Board
regarding the request from East Martello's events that they would like to have. Would like to
have the County Administrator to have the ability to approve as long as they are consistent
with the venue. Mr. Shillinger also addressed the Board concerning the Probation Services
contract. There was some confusion on the level of discretion the Board had with the respect
to whether or not you could send the matter back out to bid or not. Would like to clarify that
the Board retains the discretion on a rational basis for bid. The Board can exercise the
discretion and award the contract. This is the next Legislative day following that decision, you
can move to reconsider that decision and we can decide when the Board actually wants to
reconsider. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by
Commissioner Carruthers to reconsider Item E2 from the June 30th agenda. A Roll Call vote
was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Carruthers
No
Commissioner Kolhage
Absent
Commissioner Neugent
Yes
Commissioner Rice
Yes
Mayor Murphy
No
Motion Failed.
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Item Q3 Bob Shillinger, County Attorney and Christine Limbert-Barrows addressed the
Board regarging the approval of settlement agreements with (a) Stand Up for Animals, Inc.,
Linda Gottwald and members of SUFA's board of directors, and (b) Paul Mills to resolve all
claims in the matter of Monroe County vs. Stand Up for Animals, Inc. et. al. (Circuit Court
Case No. CAK-10-1050). After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Rice and
seconded by Commissioner Neugent to accept Staff recommendation and approve the
agreement with Stand Up for Animals and continue with the litigation with Mr. Mills. A Roll
Call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Carruthers
Yes
Commissioner Kolhage
Absent
Commissioner Neugent
Yes
Commissioner Rice
Yes
Mayor Murphy
Yes
Motion Carried.
Item Q4 Bob Shillinger, County Attorney addressed the Board concerning the Request
to hold an Attorney -Client Closed Session in the matters of 1) Monroe County v. Marine
Mammal Conservancy, Inc. (MMC), Code Compliance Case Nos. CEO6030008,
CE09030107, CE11060014 and 2) Robert Denenberg v. Marine Mammal Conservancy, Inc,
Richard Gudoian, Jr., Monroe County, et al., Case No. 14-CA-000364A-OO1PK at 1:30 p.m.
on August 20, 2014 in Key Largo, FL. After discussion, a motion was made Commissioner
Rice and seconded by Commissioner Neugent approve the session. Motion carried
unanimously.
Item Q5 Lisa Granger, Assistant County Attorney addressed the Board concerning how
to proceed with further collection actions against Shawn E. Renz and Maria T. Renz including
but not limited to foreclosing on the code compliance lien on their property located at 30843
Minorca Drive, Big Pine Key, Florida, which lien was a result of code compliance case
number CE11080053. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and
seconded by Commissioner Rice to approve Staff Recommendation. Motion carried
unanimously.
Item Q6 Lisa Granger, Assistant County Attorney addressed the Board concerning how
to proceed with further collection actions against Shawn E. Renz including but not limited to
foreclosing on the code compliance lien on his property located at 1633 Lantana Lane, Big
Pine Key, Florida, which lien was a result of code compliance case number CE12030076.
After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by
Commissioner Carruthers to approve Staff Recommendation. Motion carried unanimously.
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Item Q9 Lisa Granger, Assistant County Attorney addressed the Board regarding the
discussion and direction to proceed with further collection actions against GGH 36 LLC
including but not limited to foreclosing on the code compliance liens on the subject property
located at vacant lot next to 29114 Cedar Drive, Big Pine Key, Florida, which liens were a
result of code compliance case numbers CE13020110 and CE06070026. After discussion, a
motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Carruthers
granting approval of the item. Motion carried unanimously.
Item Q10 Bob Shillinger, County Attorney addressed the Board concerning how to
determine if the County should consider updating its towing ordinance to address predatory
towing practices and to be consistent with the various municipalities. After discussion, the
Board directed Staff to review existing Ordinances and draft an Ordinance for Monroe
County.
SOUNDING BOARD
Item Jl Mr. Brian Stewart addressed the Board concerning the threatening of cutting of
about 175 feet of shade trees on the ocean side of the parking lot for Boca Chica Beach.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Item R1 A Public Hearing to consider an Ordinance amending Monroe County Code
Sections 101-1, 101-19 and 138-19 revising the provisions addressing live -aboard vessels.
The following individuals addressed the Board: Owen Trepanier, representing Key West
Marina Investments, LLC; Joe Hayward and Bob Shillinger, County Attorney. After
discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner
Carruthers to move approval of the item with the addition as discussed by the Counsel. A Roll
Call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Carruthers
Yes
Commissioner Kolhage
Absent
Commissioner Neugent
Absent
Commissioner Rice
Yes
Mayor Murphy
Yes
Motion carries.
ORDINANCE NO. 011-2014
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference
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Item R2 Judy Martinez addressed the Board regarding a Public Hearing to adopt a
Resolution approving a Development Agreement, pursuant to Chapter 163.3220 F.S., between
Longstock II, LLC and Monroe County, Florida agreeing to a conceptual plan to redevelop
Stock Island Marina Village, located at 700 and 7009 Shrimp Road on Stock Island.
(Statutorily Required Public Hearing). After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner
Rice and seconded by Commissioner Carruthers to move approval of the item. A Roll Call
vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Carruthers
Yes
Commissioner Kolhage
Absent
Commissioner Neugent
Absent
Commissioner Rice
Yes
Mayor Murphy
Yes
Motion carries.
RESOLUTION NO. 175-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
There being no further business, the meeting of the Board of County Commissioners was
adjourned.
Amy Heavilin, CPA, Clerk
and ex-officio Clerk to the
Board of County Commissioners
Monroe County, Florida
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