02/19/2003 Special/Regular= MINUTES
OF THE MONROE COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Special Meeting/Regular Meeting
Board of County Commissioners
Wednesday, February 19, 2003
Key Largo, Florida
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A Special Meeting of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners convened at
9:00 A.M., with the Regular Meeting convening at 10:00 A.M., on the above date at the Key
Largo Library. Present and answering to roll call were Commissioner Charles "Sonny" McCoy,
Commissioner Murray Nelson, Commissioner George Neugent, Commissioner David P. Rice, and
Mayor Dixie Spehar.. Also present were Danny L. Kolhage, Clerk; Isabel C. DeSantis, Deputy
Clerk; James Roberts, County Administrator; Richard Collins, County Attorney; County Staff,
members of the press and radio; and the general public.
All stood for the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
WORKSHOP TO DISCUSS ISSUES OF PUBLIC
BUSINESS THAT ARE A CONCERN TO THE BOARD
The Board discussed the financial aspect of the Shadek settlement agreement; FEMA
regulations; expansion of the Key West International Terminal for security purposes; should
Monroe County remain designated as an Area of Critical State Concern; Infrastructure Sales Tax;
Non -capital public purposes; and Land acquisition.
ADDITIONS, CORRECTIONS, DELETIONS
Motion was made by Commissioner McCoy and seconded by Commissioner Nelson
granting approval of the Additions, Corrections, and Deletions to the Agenda. Motion carried
unanimously.
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS
Mayor's Proclamation to declare March, 2003 as Seagrass Awareness Month.
Presentation of Employee of the Month award for January, 2003 to Paulette Sullivan,
Branch Manager, Key Largo Library, Community Services Division.
BULK APPROVALS
Motion was made by Commissioner McCoy and seconded by Commissioner Neugent
- granting approval of the following items:
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of the Master Agreement No. PA329
between the Alliance for Aging, Inc. (Area Agency on Aging for Miami -Dade and Monroe
Counties) and the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners/Monroe County Social
Services.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Standard Contract No. KG042
Community Care for Disabled Adults for 03/01/03 through 06/30/03 between the State of Florida,
Department of Children and Families and the Monroe County Board of County
Commissioners/Monroe County Social Services (Monroe County In Home Service Program, the
Case Management Agency). The Board also authorized execution of the Certification Regarding
Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion Contracts/Subcontracts; and, the
Certification Regarding Lobbying, Certification for Contracts, Grants, Loans and Cooperative
Agreements.
Board granted approval of the County Administrator's action of termination of Standard
Contract KG036 Community Care for Disabled Adults between Monroe County and the State of
Florida, Department of Children and Families. Contract is being terminated due to incorrect unit
rates and has been mutually agreed upon by all parties.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of 2003/2004 Low -Income Home
Energy Assistance Program Federally Funded Subgrant Agreement No. 03EA-3R-11-54-01-018
between Monroe County and the State of Florida Department of Community Affairs, which
provides funds to assist eligible households in meeting the cost of home energy.
Board ratified the Application for Federal Assistance between Monroe County, the
applicant, and the Federal Transit Administration for Financial Assistance to purchase two
transportation buses. The County Administrator was authorized to sign the application.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Retail Shopping Center Lease
Agreement between Monroe County and MHW Properties, Inc., for additional space in the Big
Pine Key Shopping Center for the Big Pine Key Branch Library expansion.
Board granted approval to submit Passenger Facility Charge Application # 7, to the
Federal Aviation Administration. Collection amount requested is $4.50 per passenger. Said list
of Capital Improvement Projects to be considered by the FAA for inclusion in PFC Application #
7 is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Change Order No. 1 between
Monroe County and Toppino's Inc. for the Government Road Exotic Removal and Finger Fills
Removal projects at the Key West International Airport. Additional services are for removal of
additional pine trees, and line of site clearing for the Air Traffic Control Tower.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Purchase/Service Order No.
01/02-36 between Monroe County and URS to provide preliminary design services to support the
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Major Conditional Use Application and other permitting, for the T-Hangar Development Project
at the Key West International Airport.
Board granted approval to purchase one (1) new vibratory compactor from M.D. Moody
& Sons, Inc., in the total amount of $72,174. Compactor will be utilized by the County's Roads
and Bridges Department for the purpose of building and maintaining roads, bike paths, and right
of way.
Board granted approval to purchase one (1) new oil distributor truck from Florida State
Contractor, Atlantic Ford Truck Sales, Inc., in the total amount of $85,598. Truck will be
utilized by the County's Road and Bridges Department for the purpose of building and
maintaining roads, bike paths, and right of ways.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Renewal Agreement between
Monroe County and Dion Oil Company for delivery of diesel fuel and unleaded gasoline for one
additional year at zero increase over the original Agreement.
Board granted approval to advertise for bids for the purchase and installation of a fire
alarm graphics annunciation and control computer system at the Monroe County Detention
Center on Stock Island.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Residential Lease for Law
Enforcement Officer between Monroe County and Deputy Craig D. Sparrow, formerly known as
Craig R. Waskiewicz, to reside in the Stiglitz House at Watson Field, Big Pine Key, for an
amount of rent and utilities totaling $425.00 monthly.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Lease Amendment between Monroe
County and Rural Health Network of Monroe County, Florida, Inc., to reflect a commencement
date change to January 1, 2003.
Board granted approval to award bid and authorized execution of a Contract between
Monroe County and Barnes' Alarm Systems, Inc. for alarm system certification, maintenance, and
monitoring.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Renewal between Monroe
County and Diversified Services of Key West, Inc. for the janitorial services at the May Hill
Russell Library in Key West.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Renewal between Monroe
County and L & N Dependable Janitorial, Inc. for the janitorial services at the Big Pine Key
Library.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Renewal between Monroe
County and L & N Dependable Janitorial, Inc. for the janitorial services at the George Dolezal
Library in Marathon.
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Renewal between Monroe
County and L & N Dependable Janitorial, Inc. for the janitorial services at the Islamorada Library.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Renewal between Monroe
County and L & N Dependable Janitorial, Inc. for the janitorial services at the Key Largo Library.
Board granted approval of the monthly report on Change Orders reviewed by the County
Administrator.
Board granted approval to close two roads in the Dove Creek conservation area, Harris
Ocean Park, Tavernier, specifically the end of Dove Creek Drive, and a driveway near lots 25-27,
Block 6 on Caribbean Avenue, due to illegal dumping and misuse of the property. The area is an
environmentally sensitive area.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a State.Highway Lighting,
Maintenance, and Compensation Agreement, Form No. 710-010-30, between Monroe County
and the State of Florida Department of Transportation to undertake the maintenance and
operation of lighting on the State Highway System. Changes to Form Document: The
"Facilities" described in Item 1, Maintenance of Facilities, Paragraph a. on page 1 of 5, shall
exclude all lighting in the following municipalities: 1. City of Marathon 2. Islamorada. Village of
Islands 3. City of Key West.
Board granted approval to use Transportation Impact Fees to reimburse the Gas Tax Fund
for eligible projects completed between October 2000 through September 2002.
Board granted approval to rescind the October 16, 2002 approval of Fiscal Year 2003
Human Service Organization Agreement between Monroe County and Red Ribbon Kids
Foundation, Inc. that provides funding for services to benefit children of Monroe County who are
infected with, or affected by AIDS, in the amount of $3,100.00.
Board granted approval to rescind the October 16, 2002 approval of Fiscal Year 2003
Human Service Organization Agreement between Monroe County and the Salvation Army that
provides funding for emergency management and disaster recovery services, including shelter
operation, in the amount of $25,000.00.
Board granted approval of worker's compensation settlement in the amount of $35,000.00
inclusive of attorney's fees and costs for claim -number 22-098-0001521, date of loss 10/27/98.
Board granted approval to issue Request for Proposals for excess insurance for the
Monroe County Workers' Compensation Program.
Board granted approval to issue Request for Proposals for Third Party Administrative
Services for the Monroe County Workers' Compensation Program.
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Renewal Agreement between
Monroe County and Eagle Security Company to provide security services for the Duck Key
Security District.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Addendum between
Monroe County and Public Financial Management, Inc. to extend the Contract on a
month -to -month basis until RFQ process can be completed.
Board granted approval to accept proposal from Marsh USA for Pollution Liability
Insurance in the amount of $62,396.
Board adopted the following Resolutions concerning the Transfer of Funds and Receipt of
Unanticipated Funds:
.Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 1).
RESOLUTION NO. 031-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 2).
RESOLUTION NO. 032-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Rescind Resolution No. 006-2003 (OMB Schedule Item No. 3),
RESOLUTION NO. 033-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 4).
RESOLUTION NO. 034-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 5).
RESOLUTION NO. 035-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 6).
RESOLUTION NO. 036-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 7).
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RESOLUTION NO. 037-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 8).
RESOLUTION NO. 038-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 9).
RESOLUTION NO. 039-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 10).
RESOLUTION NO. 040-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 11).
RESOLUTION NO. 041-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 12).
RESOLUTION NO. 042-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 13).
RESOLUTION NO. 043-2003
Said Resolution.is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 14).
RESOLUTION NO. 044-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 15).
RESOLUTION NO. 045-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 16).
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RESOLUTION NO. 046 2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 17).
RESOLUTION NO. 047-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 18).
RESOLUTION NO. 048-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated here in by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 19).
RESOLUTION NO. 049-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 20).
RESOLUTION NO. 050-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 21).
RESOLUTION NO. 051-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 22).
RESOLUTION NO. A52-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 23).
RESOLUTION NO. 053-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 24).
RESOLUTION NO. 054-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 25)
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RESOLUTION NO. 055-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 016-2003 (OMB Schedule Item No. 26).
RESOLUTION NO. 056-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 27).
RESOLUTION NO. 057-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 28).
RESOLUTION NO. 058-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 29).
RESOLUTION NO. 059-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 30).
RESOLUTION NO.060-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 31).
RESOLUTION NO. 061-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 32).
RESOLUTION NO. 062-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 522-2002 (OMB Schedule Item No. 33).
RESOLUTION NO. 063-2003 .
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 34).
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RESOLUTION NO. 064-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 35).
RESOLUTION NO. 065-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 36).
RESOLUTION NO. 066-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 37).
RESOLUTION NO. 067-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 561-2002 (OMB Schedule Item No. 38).
RESOLUTION NO. 068-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 39).
RESOLUTION NO. 069-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 40).
RESOLUTION NO. 070-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 41).
RESOLUTION NO. 071-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Business Associate Addendum
between Monroe County and WHP Health Initiatives, Inc. d/b/a Walgreens Health Initiatives.
Agreement covers security of Protected Health Information, and does not change Prescription
Benefits received by Employees in any manner.
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Board granted approval of Special Service Arrangement Agreement with Insight Global
Finance, Inc. to replace existing visual control system at Marathon EOC. The BOCC may
dispense with the bidding provisions of the Ordinance and Contract directly for services, goods or
Public Works in the case of an emergency. An interruption in the delivery of an essential
governmental service. Approval of this item includes a request for County Commission to waive
county policies that county contracts shall have a limitation on liability in statutory amount
($200,000). Board authorized execution of a Municipal Master Lease Agreement and Addendum
between Monroe County and Insight Global Finance, Inc. for same.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Courier Service Agreement
Addendum No. 3 and Amendment between Monroe County and Buccaneer Courier for a two
year period.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Consent to Assignment of
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Agreement between Monroe County and Safety-Kleen
(Bartow), Inc. to Clean Harbors Environmental Services, Inc.
Board granted approval to remove surplus equipment from inventory via advertising,
removal and disposal. Said list is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a State -Funded Subgrant Agreement
No. 03CG-10-11-54-01-083 between Monroe County and the State of Florida Department of
Community Affairs regarding an Emergency Management Preparedness and Assistance Trust
Fund Competitive Grant award in the amount of $20,415 for the purchase of a portable
emergency communications radio tower.
Board granted approval of correction to the Monroe County Policies & Procedures
Manual regarding Section 7.01 B. ACCRUAL (There was a scrivener's error in the Accrual
Section).
Board granted .approval and authorized execution of an Extension of Insurance Consulting
Agreement between Monroe County and Interisk Corporation to provide Risk Management,
Employee Benefits and Worker's Compensation consulting services.
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Interlocal Agreement for Grant of
Funds between Monroe County and the City of Key West for the Smathers Beach Groin Sand
Renourishment project in an amount not to exceed $49,445 - DAC I, FY 2003 Capital Project
Resources.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Grant of Funds between Monroe
County and Island Dolphin Care, Inc. for the construction of Island Dolphin Care in an amount
not to exceed $200,000 - DAC V, FY 2003 Capital Project Resources.
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of Grant of Funds between Monroe
County and Upper Keys Community Pool, Inc. d/b/a Jacobs Aquatic Center for the Audio/Visual
Equipment Project in an amount not to exceed $26,000 - DAC V, FY 2003 Capital Project
Resources.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Grant of Funds between Monroe
County and Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center for the Exhibit Habitat project in an
amount not to exceed $3,860 - DAC V, FY 2003 Capital Project Resources.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Grant of Funds between Monroe
County and Mote Marine Laboratory covering the Greenhouse project in an amount not to
exceed $61,600 - DAC II, FY 2003 Capital Project Resources.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Grant of Funds between Monroe
County and Florida Keys Land & Sea Trust for the Facelift and Refurbishment project in an
amount not to exceed $15,463 - DAC III, FY 2003 Capital Project Resources.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Grant of Funds between Monroe
County and Dolphin Research Center for the Replacement of Existing Boardwalks and Docks
project in an amount not to exceed $38,554 - DAC III, FY 2003 Capital Project Resources.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Grant of Funds between Monroe
County and Key West Film Society, Inc. for the Key West Film Society Theater project in an
amount not to exceed $191,845 - DAC I, FY 2003 Capital Project Resources.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Grant of Funds between Monroe
County and Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Society, Inc. for the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum
Repair and Improvement Phase III project in an amount not to exceed $375,320 - DAC I, FY
2003 Capital Project Resources.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Grant of Funds between Monroe
County and Old Firehouse Preservation; Inc. for the Fire Station No. 3 project in an amount not
to exceed $119,486 - DAC I, FY 2003 Capital Project Resources. .
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Grant of Funds between Monroe
County and Marathon Community Theatre, Inc. for the Green Room/Stage Shop project in an
amount not to exceed $13,500 - DAC III, FY 2003 Capital Project Resources.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Grant of Funds between Monroe
County and Key West Players, Inc. for the Waterfront Playhouse Improvement project in an
amount not to exceed $13,500 - DAC I, FY 2003 Capital Project Resources.
Board adopted the following Resolution to provide additional advance registration and
booth -related expenses for trade shows for the Fiscal Year 2004 be paid from Tourist
Development Council funds in Fiscal Year 2003.
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RESOLUTION NO. 072-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Grant of Funds between Monroe
County and Mote Marine Laboratory covering the Key West Facility Access and Enhancement
project in an amount not to exceed $10,000 - DAC I, FY 2003 Capital Project Resources.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Grant of Funds between Monroe
County and Florida Keys Community College for the Tennessee Williams Theatre Remodel &
Improvement project in an amount not to exceed $180,005 - DAC I, FY 2003 Capital Project
Resources.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Interlocal Agreement for Grant of
Funds between Monroe County and the City of Key West for the White Street Pier Handrail
Replacement Phase II project in an amount not to exceed $120,000 - DAC I, FY 2003 Capital
Project Resources.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Interlocal Agreement for Grant of
Funds between Monroe County and the City of Marathon for the Phase II project to construct an
Amphitheater in an amount not to exceed $47,200 - DAC III, FY 2003 Capital Project
Resources.
Board granted approval of the revised Cultural Umbrella Event Application that will be
reflected within the Monroe County Tourist Development Operations Manual.
AIRPORTS
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Lease Agreement between Monroe
County and Federal Express Corporation for use of air cargo building and unimproved areas
around the building at Florida Keys Marathon Airport, for a period of 24 months, commencing
April 1, 2003 and ending on March 31, 2005.
Board granted approval for the Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce and Organized
Fishermen of Florida to use the Marathon Airport for the Original Marathon Seafood Festival,
from March 27 through April 1, 2003, contingent upon meeting all County requirements.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Lease Amendment between
Monroe County and Mountain Air Cargo, Inc. to extend their lease for use of aircraft apron at the
Florida Keys Marathon Airport through March 31, 2005.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to Lease between
Monroe County and Tony D'Aiuto d/b/a Antique Aircraft Restorations, for a 180 day extension
to construct a maintenance hangar at the Florida Keys Marathon Airport.
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Lease Renewal Agreement between
Monroe County, Robert DeField and Robert Cayce, Tenants, for hangar space at the Florida Keys
Marathon Airport, for an additional five (5) year term, beginning November 1, 2002 and ending
October 31, 2007.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Purchase/Service Order No.
02/03-15 between Monroe County and URS to provide Construction Management Services
related to the Sheriffs Hangar project at the Florida Keys Marathon Airport, in the total amount
of $76,803.16.
DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Grant of Conservation Easement
between Monroe County and Barry and Paula Davidson, Permit No. 01-3-871, for property
described as Lot 32, Block 7, Harbor Course South Section 3 & Pt. Tract A. Ocean Reef Plat
#18. The real estate number is 00573710-003200.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Deed Restriction between Monroe
County and Kentco Limited Partnership, Permit No. 00-3-607, for property described as Lot 11,
Block 3, Harbor Course South Section 4, Ocean Reef Plat 13. The real estate number is
00573670-0001100.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Grant of Conservation Easement
between Monroe County and Theodore A. Migala, Jr. and Mary Jo Migala, Permit No.
01-3-3581, for property described as Lot 10, Block 2, of the unrecorded Plat of Oceana, Monroe
County, Florida. The real estate number is 00085340-000101.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contractual Services Agreement
No. 03DB-88-11-54-22-008 between Monroe County and the State of Florida, Department of
Community Affairs to fund additional services of the Affordable Housing Coordinator.
Board adopted the following Resolution amending Resolution No. 214-2002 pertaining to
the Building Department fee schedule to more effectively implement the true costs of providing
the services associated with the Building Permitting and Inspection System and to repeal
Resolution No. 165-2000 (Engineer Conducted Inspections).
RESOLUTION NO. 073-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval to advertise an Ordinance amending Chapter 5.5 Monroe County
Code (Boats, Docks, and Waterways) to create a combustion engine exclusive zone on shallow
areas adjacent to Whale Harbor Channel, to amend certain definitions, providing for severability,
providing for repeal of inconsistent Ordinance clauses, providing for incorporation into the
Monroe County Code, providing for an effective date.
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract between Monroe County
and the firm of Ayres and Associates for completion of Bathymetric Survey and photography for
three proposed mooring field sites, pending review and approval by the Office of Risk
Management.
Board granted approval for a Lot Aggregation Restrictive Covenant from Marco Mesa to
have one dwelling unit on contiguous lots, Permit No. 02-3-1015, for property described as Lots
12, 15, and 16, Block 16, Key Largo Park, Key Largo. The applicant receiving one dwelling unit
allocation award for the year ending July 13, 2002, has filed the document in accordance with
Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of two buildable lots from Marvin Barrett to
Monroe County by Warranty Deeds, Permit No. 02-3-2622, for properties described as Lot 8,
Block 9, Koehn's Subdivision, Big Pine Key; and Lot 3, Woodsvale Subdivision, Sugarloaf Key;
and granted approval for a Lot Aggregation Restrictive Covenant from Marvin Barrett to have
one dwelling unit on contiguous lots, Permit No. 02-3-2622, for property described as Lots 16
and 17, Block 12, Anglers Park, Key Largo. The applicant is receiving a dwelling unit allocation
award for the year ending July 13, 2003, has filed the documents in accordance with Ordinance
No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of three buildable lots from Danny Sanchez to
Monroe County by Warranty Deed, Permit No. 02-1-3903, for properties described as Lot 52,
Block 4, Cutthroat Harbor Estates, Cudjoe Key; and Lots 1 & 2, Block `A', Kinercha, Big Pine
Key. The applicant is receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the year ending July 13,
2003, has filed the document in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of three buildable lots from Dean and Lauren L.
Thompson to Monroe County by Warranty Deed, Permit No. 02-1-1175, for properties described
as Lots 1, Block 6, Silver Shores Estates, Ramrod Key; and Lots 49 & 50, Block 3, Pine Ridge,
Big Pine Key. The applicants are receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the year ending
July 13, 2003, have filed the document in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of two buildable lots from Gregory & Janet L.
O'Flynn to Monroe County by Warranty Deed, Permit No. 01-1-4643, for property described as
Lots 8 & 10, Block 20, Sands Subdivision, Big Pine Key. The applicants are receiving a dwelling
unit allocation award for the year ending July 13, 2003, have filed the document in accordance
with Ordinance No. 47=1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of one buildable lot from Beth A. Kohl to Monroe
County by Warranty Deed, Permit No. 00-3-5139, for property described as Lots 18, Block 7,
Big Pine Shores, Big Pine Key. The applicant is receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the
year ending July 13, 2003, has filed the document in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Agreement between
Monroe County and Spirit Marine Towing & Assistance for the installation of seven Danger
markers in the Red Bay Banks area off of Marathon.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Agreement between
Monroe County and American Underwater Contractors, Inc. for the emergency repair of channel
marker 933 Cow Key Channel.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Agreement between
Monroe County and Arnold's Auto and Marine Repair, Inc. for the emergency removal of
DV3A3674 located at U.S. Navy Boat Ramp off of Rat Key.
Board granted approval to waive bidding policies and procedures and authorized
execution of a Contract Agreement between Monroe County and Arnold's Auto and Marine
Repair, Inc. for the removal of selected derelict vessels located off of the lower Keys.
Board granted approval of the following eighteen Affordable Housing Deed Restrictions
for eighteen dwelling units from the Monroe County Housing Authority:
Permit Number Legal Description
02-1-4832 and Lot 32, Block 53, Maloney Subdivision
02-1-4835 Stock Island
02-1-4836 and Lot 33, Block 53, Maloney Subdivision,
02-1-4839 Stock Island
02-1-4840 and Lot 34, Block 53, Maloney Subdivision,
02-1-4841 Stock Island
02-1-4842 and Lot 35, Block 53, Maloney Subdivision,
02-1-4843 Stock Island
02-1-4844 and Lot 36, Block 53, Maloney Subdivision,
02-1-4845 Stock Island
02-1-4846 and Lot 37, Block 53, Maloney Subdivision,
02-1-4847 Stock Island
02-1-4848 and Lot 38, Block 53, Maloney Subdivision,
02-1-4849 Stock Island
02-1-4850 and Lot 39, Block 53, Maloney Subdivision,
02-1-4851 Stock Island
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02-1-4852 and Lot 40, Block 53, Maloney Subdivision,
02-1-4853 Stock Island
MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT
Board granted approval and authorized execution of the First Amendment to FY 2003
Agreement between Monroe County, the City of Marathon and the Monroe County Sheriffs
Office for local road patrol law enforcement services. This is an amendment to Article XVII
(Option to Renew) changing the required notice from 90 days to 30. days.
Board granted approval of the following request for expenditures from the Law
Enforcement Trust Fund, in the amount of $4,795.00:
$3,000 This sum will be administered by the Marathon Rotary Club in partnership with
MCSO deputies and civilian personnel to provide Christmas gifts to needy children throughout
Monroe County
$ 995 This will be used to purchase tennis and golf balls for practice and tournaments for
Marathon High School's girls and boys golf and tennis teams. Coach Mark Hooper's program
includes both high school and middle school students.
$ 800 This sum will help provide uniforms, travel expenses, and balls for the Key West
High School girls and boys tennis teams.
Board granted approval for the disposition of inventory items for the month of February
2003, in the total amount of $194,257.46. Said list is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval of FY 2003 recommendations of the Monroe County Shared
Asset Forfeiture Fund Advisory Board. Said document is incorporated herein by reference. (This
item is also discussed later in the meeting).
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
Board granted approval of Mayor Spehar's reappointment of Felix Otero to serve on the
Housing Finance Authority as. the representative from District 1.
Board adopted the following Resolution requesting full funding of the Ecosystem
Management and Restoration Trust fund.
RESOLUTION NO. 074-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference
Board granted approval of Commissioner Neugent's reappointment of Rosie Ladrie to the
Housing Finance Authority with term expiring February 2007.
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Board granted approval of Commissioner Neugent's reappointment of David Paul Horan
to the Human Services Advisory Board with term expiring November 2006.
Board granted approval to repave road, install lighting, and construct pedestrian/bicycle
paths on both sides of the roadway from the end of the island entrance bridge to the Truman
Bridge, Duck Key.
Board adopted the following Resolution supporting the Comprehensive Everglades
Restoration Plan; urging Congressional authorization of the Indian River Lagoon Feasibility
Study; the Southern Golden Gate Estates and the water preserve areas, including the Bird Drive
recharge area and southern compartment of the Hillsboro impoundment; and supporting State
approval of the Indian River Lagoon Feasibility Study, the Southern Golden Gate Estates and the
water preserve areas project, including the Bird Drive recharge area and southern compartment of
the Hillsboro impoundment.
RESOLUTION NO. 075-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval of Commissioner Nelson's appointment of Todd Firm to the
Human Services Advisory Board with term expiring November 2004, replacing Tricia Hynes who
resigned in April 2002.
Board granted approval of Commissioner Nelson's re -appointment of Rocky S. Hubert to
the Monroe County Housing Finance Authority with a two year term.
Board granted approval of a request for qualifications for implementing the EPA Grant of
3.8 million dollars for a demonstration project on one of the Florida Keys in an efficient and
affordable manner. (This item is also discussed later in the meeting).
Board adopted the following Resolution opposing proposal expanding Community Health
of South Dade, Inc. into Monroe County and supporting the proposal of Rural Health Network of
Monroe County, Inc. for pilot project for indigent primary care.
RESOLUTION NO. 076-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval to rename the Crawl Key Fire Rescue Training Facility to the Joe
London Fire Rescue Training Facility in honor of retired Fire Marshal Joe London.
COUNTY CLERK
WARRANTS
Board approved the following Warrants_(#77853-79379 & 204402-204577 &
0001-00039):
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General Fund (001), in the amount of $2,085,889.75; Sup to General Revenue (002),
in the amount of $33,153.71; Fine & Forfeiture Fund (101), in the amount of $7,636,808.39;
Road and Bridge Fund (102), in the amount of $76,555.11; Law Library Fund (103), in the
amount of $4,269.00; TDC District Two Penny (115), in the amount of $270,274.54; TDC
Admin & Promo 2 Cent (116), in the amount of $575,397.77; TDC District 1,3 Cent (117), in
the amount of $143,901.73; TDC District 2,3 Cent (118), in the amount of $3,179.37; TDC
District 3,3 Cent (119), in the amount of $13,735.46; TDC District 4,3 Cent (120), in the
amount of $3,075.06; TDC District 5,3 Cent (121), in the amount of $13,280.05; Gov. Fund
Type Grants (125), in the amount of $355,987.02; Impact Fees Police Fac (134), in the amount
of $29.87; Fire & Amb Dist 1 L&M Keys (141), in the amount of $108,036.26; Upper Keys
Health Care (144), in the amount of $19,067.88; Fire & Amb Dist 6 Key Largo (146), in the
amount of $46,113.82; Uninc Svc Dist Parks & Rec (147), in the amount of $48,246.98; Plan,
Build, Zoning (148), in the amount of $107,631.97; Municipal Policing (149), in the amount of
$1,081,008.07; 911 Enhancement Fee (150), in the amount of $17,127.67; Duck Key Security
(152), in the amount of $11,513.01; Local Housing Assistance (153), in the amount of
$31,110.96; Boating Improvement Fund (157), in the amount of $47,897.40; Misc. Special
Revenue Fund (158), in the amount of $6,233.83; Law Enforcement Trust (162), in the
amount of $9,092.48; Court Facilities Fee-602 (163), in the amount of $686.69; 1 Cent Infra
Surtax (304), in the amount of $540,937.16; Clerk's Rev Note, Capital (306), in the amount of
$24,667.00; Card Sound Bridge (401), in the amount of $9,847.96; Marathon Airport (403),
in the amount of $214,649.67; Key West Intl Airport (404), in the amount of $329,005.56;
MSD Solid Waste (414), in the amount of $979,907.15; Worker's Compensation (501), in the
amount of $55,725.84; Group Insurance Fund (502), in the amount of $141,859.64; Risk
Management Fund (503), in the amount of $55,190.44; Fleet Management Fund (504), in the
amount of $72,397.84; 1 Cent Infra Surtax (304), in the amount of $75,912.25.
FINES & FORFEITURES
Court Reporter Services, Amy Landry Reporting, in the amount of $913.75; Associated
Court Reporters, in the amount of $2,553.75; Barbara J. Grant, in the amount of $1,910.00;
Catherine H. Webster AKA Cathy Webster, in the amount of $3,981.50; Fred W. Jeske, in the
amount of $3,981.50; Martin B. Leshaw, in the amount of $1,068.00; Monroe County Court
Reporting, in the amount of $50.00; Suzanne Ex d/b/a All Keys Reporting, in the amount of
$1,806.75; Veritext LLC, in the amount of $2,146.50. Competency Evaluation, A. Louis
Oconnor PHD, in the amount of $1,650.00; James W. Holbrook EDD, in the amount of
$2,700.00; Marshall Wolfe EDD, in the amount of $350.00; Michael P. Brannon, in the amount of
$350.00; Tanju Mishara PHD, in the amount of $850.00. Court Interpreter, Alex Diaz, in the
amount of $642.84; Claudia M. Hancock, in the amount of $70.00; Deborah Jeanniton, in the
amount of $25.00; Estrella Garcia, in the amount of $75.00; Joanna Nocun, in the amount of
$125.00; Maria Luisa Davis, in the amount of $40.00; Mario Baldatti, in the amount of $208.58;
Marketa Trnka, in the amount of $25.00; Martha Hernandez, in the amount of $175.00; Mary
Lou Waas, in the amount of $75.00; Sandra E. Lam, in the amount of $275.00; Sergio Alvarez, in
the amount of $270.00. Witness Coordination, Witness Travel & Per Diem, in the amount of
$841.29. Expert Witness, A. Lamar Miller, in the amount of $500.00; James D. Barnard PHD, in
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the amount of $1,125.00; Samuel Curry Snedaker, in the amount of $2,500.00; Thomas Hibberd
PHD, in the amount of $1,255.00. Court Appointed Attorney Fees - Conflict, Carl Palomino
Esq., in the amount of $1,487.50; Christine M. Milligan, in the amount of $1,268.75; Christopher
Meyer, in the amount of $1,507.50; David G. Hutchinson, in the amount of $712.50; Donald E.
Yates PA, in the amount of $870.00; Feldman, Koenig & Highsmith, in the amount of $717.50;
Julio A. Padilla, in the amount of $797.45; Law Offices of Mercy Hermina, in the amount of
$2,949.00; Law Offices of Richard Wunsch, in the amount of $556.08; Leighton G. Morse, in the
amount of $885.00; Peary Fowler, in the amount of $1,389.00; Raymen Suarez, in the amount of
$2,490.00; Roberta S. Fine PA, in the amount $700.00; Wayne Dapser, in the amount of $820.50.
Other Services Circuit, Avis Rent A Car, in the amount of $456.91; Michael W. Strickland, in
the amount of $184.02; Patricia Docherty, in the amount of $934.84; Robert M. Biswas, in the
amount of $222.78; State of Florida, in the amount of $2,443.14. Miscellaneous Expenses,
William H. Webster (SA Copies), in the amount of $26.68.
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT EXPENDITURES
Board granted approval of the following Tourist Development Council Expenditures for
the month of January 2003: Advertising, in the amount of $397,968.87; Bricks & Mortar
Projects, in the amount of $113,621.10; Visitor Information Services, in the amount of
$37,833.32; Events, in the amount of $43,545.37; Office Supplies & Oper Costs, in the amount
of $35,797.86; Personal Services, in the amount of $116,797.20; Public Relations, in the
amount of $137,905.20; Sales & Marketing, in the amount of $35,600.26; Telephone &
Utilities, in the amount of $18,199.69; .Travel, in the amount of $4;498.49.
Board granted official approval of the Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes
and Industrial Development Authority Meeting Minutes of November 20, 2002; and BOCC
Meeting Minutes of December 18, 2002 (previously distributed).
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Board granted approval of the appointment of Kathy Lewis to replace Ray Albury on the
Matecumbe Historical Board with a term to expire July 17, 2006.
Board granted approval of expenditures from the Board of County Commissioners'
promotional account for items for the Marathon Government Center meeting room during the
month of December in the amount of $38.89.
Board adopted the following Resolution authorizing the issuance of not exceeding
$25,000,000 in aggregate principal amount of Monroe County, Florida Infrastructure Sales
Surtax Revenue Bonds, Series 2003, to finance the acquisition, construction and equipping of
certain capital improvements within the County; Pledging moneys received by the County from
the one cent local government infrastructure sales surtax to secure payment of the principal of and
interest on said bonds; Providing for the rights of the holders of said bonds; making certain other
covenants and agreements in connection with the issuance of such bonds; Providing certain terms
and details of said bonds; and providing for an effective date for this Resolution.
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RESOLUTION NO. 077-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution supplementing a Resolution adopted by the
Board on February 19, 2003 and entitled "A Resolution of the Board of County Commissioners
of Monroe County, Florida authorizing the issuance of not exceeding $25,000,000 in Aggregate
principal amount of Monroe County, Florida Infrastructure Sales Surtax Revenue Bonds, Series
2003, to finance the acquisition, construction and equipping of certain Capital Improvements
within the County; Pledging moneys received by the County from the one cent local government
infrastructure sales surtax to secure payment of the principal of and interest on said bonds;
Providing for the rights of the holders of said bonds; making certain other covenants and
agreements in connection with the issuance of such bonds; Providing certain terms and details of
said bonds; and providing for an effective date for this Resolution; Making certain covenants and
agreements in connection with the issuance of such Series 2003 bonds; Authorizing the awarding
of said Series 2003 bonds pursuant to a public bid; Delegating certain authority to the Mayor for
the award of the Series 2003 bonds and the approval of the terms and details of said Series 2003
bonds; Appointing the paying agent and registrar for said Series 2003 bonds; Authorizing the
distribution of a preliminary official statement and the execution and delivery of an official
statement with respect thereto; Authorizing the execution and delivery of a continuing disclosure
certificate; Authorizing municipal bond insurance for the bonds; Authorizing a reserve account
insurance policy with respect to the bonds; and providing an effective date.
RESOLUTION NO. 078-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
COUNTY ATTORNEY
Board adopted the following Resolution restricting trailer parking and size of boats and
vehicle speed in Harry Harris Park, Key Largo.
RESOLUTION NO. 079-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution approving an Interlocal Agreement with
Islamorada, Village of Islands, regarding library impact fees.
RESOLUTION NO. 080-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval to advertise an Ordinance dissolving the Translator Taxing
District and repealing the laws establishing the District; Providing for Severability; Providing for
the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; Providing for incorporation into the Monroe
County Code of Ordinances; and Providing an effective date.
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- Board granted approval of a request to approve a Stipulated Final Settlement Agreement
with TJ Builders Corp.v. Monroe County, Case No. CAP-00-276 concerning the Key Largo
Community Park project.
Motion carried unanimously.
AIRPORTS
Motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Neugent to
delete from today's agenda a request from the Airport Director and County Attorney's Office
concerning direction from the Board on the enforcement of the lien against the Cuban biplane.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Neugent to
delete from the agenda a request from the Airport Director and County Attorney's Office for
direction from the Board on the enforcement of the lien against the Cuban biplane. Motion
carried unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS BULK APPROVALS
Ted Carter, and Charo Bolanos Ruiz, Esq., representing F&I Construction addressed the
Board concerning the approval to waive purchasing and policy procedure, award bid and execute
contract with the high bidder, D. L. Porter Constructors, Inc. in the amount of $2,829,600 for the
renovation of the Old Mariners Hospital. County Administrator James Roberts; Architect Bert
Bender, County Attorney Richard Collins; and County Engineer Dave Koppel also addressed the
Board. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by
Commissioner Nelson to table Agenda the item to the March, 2003 meeting of the Board in
Marathon. Motion carried unanimously.
POINT OF PERSONAL PRIVILEGE
Commissioner Neugent thanked everyone who sent cards and letters in the recent death
of his father.
DIVISION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES / COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
Community Services Director, James Malloch addressed the Board. Doug Gregory,
Extension Service Director made a presentation before the Board of a Report entitled 2003
Community Listening Sessions UFIIFASMonroe County Extension.
Mayor Spehar discussed her item with the Board on reinstating the practice of calling
Town Meetings in designated areas to provide the residents an opportunity to have dialogue with
their elected official and County staff.
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After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Nelson and seconded by
Commissioner Rice to adopt the above report entitled 2003 Community Listening Sessions
UFIIFAS Monroe County Extension. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Nelson that
Town Meetings may be held upon request by a formal group that this Board be available. Motion
carried unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS BULK APPROVALS
Mr. Koppel addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Nelson and
seconded by Commissioner Neugent granting approval to award bid and execute a Standard Form
of Agreement between Monroe County and JTD Contracting, Inc. d/b/a Upper Keys Marine
Construction for the demolition of La Paloma Bridge in the amount of $98,000. Motion carried
unanimously.
DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT - BULK APPROVALS
Debra Harrison, representing the World Wildlife Fund addressed the Board. After
discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Nelson and seconded by Commissioner Neugent
granting approval and authorizing execution of a Contract between Monroe County and Keith and
Schnars to provide governmental services on projects relating to Everglades Restoration. Motion
carried unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS BULK APPROVALS
Commissioner Rice abstained from voting on the following item:
Motion was made by Commissioner Nelson and seconded by Commissioner Neugent
granting approval and authorizing execution of the Employee Assistance Program Renewal
Agreement between Monroe County and the Mental Health Care Center of the Lower Keys, Inc.,
d/b/a Care Center for Mental Health for one year then subject to annual renewal after that date.
The Contract provides for confidential counseling services for employees and dependents of the
Board of County Commissioners, the Board Members and the Constitutional Officers. Motion
carried unanimously, with Commissioner Rice abstaining.
Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Nelson to
adopt the following Resolution concerning the receipt of unanticipated funds and a resolution
concerning the transfer of funds for the Old Mariner's Hospital Renovation. Motion carried
unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 081-2003
RESOLUTION NO. 082-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
Mr. Roberts made a formal announcement of one vacant position on the Tourist
Development Council District IV Advisory Committee for an "at large" appointment.
Mr. Roberts made a formal announcement of one vacant position on the Tourist
Development Council District I Advisory Committee for an "at large" appointment.
DIVISION OF PUBLIC WORKS
Public Works Director Dent Pierce reported to the Board concerning status of work on
Pineway Road on Big Pine Key.
DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Rice
granting approval and authorizing execution of Amendment No. 1 to the Memorandum of
Understanding between Monroe County and the Florida Department of Community Affairs, dated
December 27, 1999, to revise reporting requirements and conditions for payback of credited
ROGO Allocations. Motion carried unanimously.
Marine Resources Director George Garrett addressed the Board. Motion was made by
Commissioner Nelson and seconded by Commissioner Neugent granting approval to expend up to
$10,000 in either Derelict Vessel or Boating Improvement Funds to Maritime Marine, Inc. in
support of a Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary effort to remove a vessel named the "Done
Deal" which sank in the Dry Tortugas area. Motion carried unanimously.
Growth Management Director Tim McGarry reported to the Board on the status of work
concerning an amendment to the Air Installation Compatible Use Zone (AICUZ); status of an
RFQ for a Fiscal Impact Analysis on the Tier System; status of the Big Pine HCP; Carrying
Capacity implementation group; and DCAs appeal of the 21 permits.
MISCELLANEOUS
Commissioner Neugent made an announcement that on March 3 - 8, 2003, the Monroe
County Sheriffs Office will be offering three two day 16 hour courses on Introduction to
Community Policing. The courses will be held on March 3, 4, 5 & 6, 2003 at Key Colony Beach
City Hall and March 7 & 8, 2003, at the Marathon Government Center. Classes are from 8:00
A.M. to 5:00 P.M. For further information, please contact Captain Bob Peryam or Sergeant
Larry Kelly at the Monroe County Sheriffs Office.
DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Debra Harrison, representing the World Wildlife Fund addressed the Board concerning
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the Presentation of Report for the discussion of the pros and cons of Monroe County remaining
designated as an Area of Critical State Concern. This item is discussed later in the meeting.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Nelson to
reopen the Agenda in order to reconsider Agenda item P.15 concerning a request for
qualifications for implementing the EPA Grant of 3.8 million dollars for a demonstration project
on one of the Florida Keys in an efficient and affordable manner. Motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Spehar discussed her item with the Board concerning possible action regarding
ability to trade ROGO lots dedicated to the county for environmental preservation in a specific
location for other environmentally sensitive lots. Attorney Frank Greenman, representing Clay &
Moyant addressed the Board. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and
seconded by Commissioner Nelson to table the item to the March, 2003 meeting of the Board in
Marathon. Motion carried unanimously.
Commissioner Neugent discussed his item with the Board concerning a self -financed
program to establish hurricane shelters. Joel Rosenblatt made a presentation before the Board
and discussed his document entitled A Self -Financed Program to Establish Hurricane Shelters in
Monroe County, Florida, dated January, 2003 prepared by Joel Rosenblatt, P.E. of
Rosenblatt-Naderi Associates, P.A. Andrew Tobin addressed the Board.
DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Van Cadenhead and Charles Causey addressed the Board. The Board discussed a Report
of the pros and cons of Monroe County remaining designated as an Area of Critical State
Concern. Growth Management Director Tim McGarry also addressed the Board. No official
action was taken by the Board.
County Attorney Richard Collins referred the Board to the Growth Management
Litigation Report, dated February 18, 2003, from Attorney Karen K. Cabanas of the firm Morgan
and Hendrick.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of the following Ordinance authorizing a
lump sum years of service award to certain eligible volunteer firefighters whom each have
provided at least ten (10) years of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Medical Services to the residents
and visitors of Monroe County and whom each have reached the age of sixty; providing for
severability; providing for the repeal of all Ordinance inconsistent herewith; providing for
incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances. and providing an effective date.
There was no public input. Motion was made by Commissioner Nelson and seconded by
Commissioner Neugent to adopt the following Ordinance. Motion carried unanimously.
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ORDINANCE NO. 001-2003
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of the following Ordinance authorizing
the issuance of its Monroe County, Florida Infrastructure Sales Surtax Revenue Bonds, Series
2003, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $25,000,000 secured by and payable from
the pledged funds described herein for the principal purposes of financing the acquisition,
construction and equipping of various capital improvements within the County; providing for
various rights and remedies of the bondholders; providing that the bonds authorized hereunder
will not create a general debt or obligation of the County; providing for severability; and
providing an effective date. There was no public input. County Administrator James Roberts,
and Bond Counsel, Steve Miller addressed the Board. After discussion, motion was made by
Commissioner and seconded by Commissioner Rice to adopt the following Ordinance. Motion
carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 002-2003
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
A Public Hearing was held concerning approval of a Declaration of Restrictive Covenant
regarding the right-of-way in Hibiscus Park Subdivision, Key Largo. The Board accepted public
input with the following individual addressing the Board. Jill Patterson. County Attorney
Richard Collins addressed the Board. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner
Nelson and seconded by Commissioner McCoy granting approval and authorizing execution of
the Declaration of Restrictive Covenant. Motion carried unanimously.
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of the following Ordinance modifying
Chapter 5.5, Article III, Monroe County Code concerning No Discharge Zones, providing for
severability; providing for the repeal of Ordinances inconsistent herewith; providing for
incorporation into. the Code of Ordinances; providing for an effective date. There was no public
input. Marine Resources Director, George Garrett addressed the Board. Motion was made by
Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Neugent to adopt the following Ordinance.
Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 003-2003
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of the following Ordinance making a
revision to the Snake Creek Regulatory Zone in Chapter 5.5 Monroe County Code (Boats,
Docks, and Waterways), providing for severability, providing for repeal of inconsistent Ordinance
clauses, providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code, providing for an effective
date. There was no public input. Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by
Commissioner Nelson to adopt the following Ordinance. Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 004-2003
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
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Motion was made by Commissioner Nelson and seconded by Commissioner McCoy to
approve the following Resolutions: Settlement Agreement and Mutual General Release dated
February 19, 2003 in the litigation of Shadek, et al. v. Monroe County (Florida Circuit Case No.
95-20398-CA-05; U.S. District Court Case No. 92-10026-CIV-KING; U.S. Circuit Court of
Appeals Case No. 95-4947) and authorizing the County Administrator to execute and deliver the
Settlement Agreement and Mutual Release; and Transfer of Funds resolution for same. Motion
carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 083-2003
RESOLUTION NO. 084-2003
Said Resolutions are incorporated herein by reference.
The Board discussed approval for the Administration to negotiate a lease arrangement
with the United States Navy for the purpose of reopening the Geiger Key Boat Ramp on Navy
property, with specific conditions: 1) The Community. participates in assuring that the facility is
closed during evening hours; 2) Garbage receptacles should be placed by the County and
frequently emptied; 3) There should be appropriate signage provided to alert the public
concerning the shallow nature of the surrounding water; 4) The lease is a no -cost lease for the
County. After discussion, motion was made by Mayor Spehar and seconded by Commissioner
Neugent to table the item to the March, 2003 meeting of the Board in Marathon. Motion carried
unanimously.
MONROE COUNTY JUDICIAL SERVICES
Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Rice
granting approval for the Guardian Ad Litem Program of the 16th Judicial District to apply for a
Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Grant. The Guardian ad Litem program seeks to
increase the number of volunteers and to use all available resources in order to assure quality
advocacy for children. An application will be made for $80,000 fora Program Expansion Grant
and $20,000 for a diversity grant to provide funding for translation services. Motion carried
unanimously.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
Commissioner Nelson discussed with the Board his meeting in Tallahassee on February
10, 2003, to share in joint meetings with Representative Ken Sorensen, DCA, DEP, and Governor
Bush on the issues of affordable housing, smart growth and wastewater funding.
Commissioner McCoy and Commissioner Neugent excused themselves from the meeting.
Commissioner Nelson discussed his item with the Board concerning approval to send
FDOT a formal Resolution requesting that a priority be assigned to installation of a radius curve
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at the flashing yellow light and intersection of C.R. 905 and Card Sound Road (S.R. 9( '5-A),
located outside of the Ocean Reef Community, to allow traffic to flow at 35 miles per hour.
Motion was made by Commissioner Nelson and seconded by Commissioner Rice to adopt the
following Resolution. Motion carried unanimously, with Commissioner McCoy and
Commissioner Neugent not present.
RESOLUTION NO. 085-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Commissioner McCoy and Commissioner Neugent returned to the meeting.
WASTEWATER ISSUES
Robert Sheets, Jerry Wilkinson, and Charlie Brooks representing the Key Largo
Wastewater Treatment Board; Howard Gelbman, representing the Cross Key Property Owners
Association; and Van Cadenhead addressed the Board. After discussion, motion was made by
Commissioner Nelson and seconded by Commissioner McCoy granting approval to advertise an
Ordinance, to be heard on Wednesday, May 14, 2003, in the Key Largo Library, and at the
request of the Key Largo Wastewater Treatment District, creating the Key Largo Wastewater
Treatment District Municipal Service Taxing Unit located within the unincorporated area of
Monroe County, Florida, to provide wastewater and reclaimed water services and facilities;
Defining the boundaries of the Unit; Authorizing the Board to annually levy Ad Valorem Taxes
within the boundaries of such unit not to exceed 0.35 Mil; Authorizing the use of the tax revenue
for enumerated purposes; and providing an effective date. Roll call vote was taken with the
following results:
Commissioner Nelson
Yes
Commissioner Neugent
Yes
Commissioner Rice
Yes
Commissioner McCoy
Yes
Mayor Spehar
No
Motion carried.
Robert Sheets, representing the Key Largo Wastewater Utility Board addressed the
Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Neugent to
table the item and call a Special Meeting of the Board for Monday, February 24, 2003, at 5:00
P.M. in the Key Largo Library concerning the approval of a Transition Agreement between
Monroe County, the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority, and,the Key Largo Wastewater Utility
Board. Motion carried unanimously.
Commissioner McCoy excused himself for the remainder of the meeting.
Jim Reynolds, representing the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority briefed the Board on
progress to date on wastewater management projects and issues.
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Motion was made by Commissioner Nelson and seconded by Commissioner Neugent to
table the item to the March, 2003 meeting of the Board in Marathon concerning a request for
qualifications for implementing the EPA Grant of 3.8 million dollars for a demonstration project
on one of the Florida Keys in an efficient and affordable manner. Motion carried unanimously,
with Commissioner McCoy not present.
WASTEWATER ISSUES
Motion was made by Commissioner Nelson and seconded by Commissioner Rice granting
approval of a Request for Statements of Qualifications for engineering services to complete aerial
photography, surveying, and preliminary engineering for wastewater improvements on Big
Coppitt, Rockland, and Geiger Keys. Motion carried unanimously, with Commissioner McCoy
not present.
The following individuals addressed the Board concerning issues and potential resolutions
to concerns involving the connection cost for residential and commercial properties to Key West
Resort Utility: Debra Richardson, representing Harbor Shores; Carolee McReynolds,
representing Waters Edge Mobile Home Park; Kim Wigington, Steve Wigington, William
Robertson, Diana Flenard-Moore, Ross Murphy, and John Jones, representing Harbor Shores.
No official action was taken by the Board.
Commissioner Neugent excused himself from the meeting.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
The continuation of a Public Hearing was held to consider adoption of an Ordinance
amending Sections 9.5-316.1, 9.5-316.2, and 9.5-317, Monroe County Code; providing for
reorganization; providing for definitions; providing for Restrictive Covenants; providing for
severability; providing for the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; providing for
incorporation into the Monroe County Code; and directing the Clerk of the Board to forward a
certified copy of this Ordinance to the Florida Department of Community Affairs and providing an
effective date. The Board accepted public input with the following individual addressing the
Board: Pauline Klein. Growth Management Director Tim McGarry addressed the Board.
Motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Nelson to table the
item. Motion carried unanimously, with Commissioner Neugent and Commissioner McCoy not
present. (This Public Hearing will be rescheduled and re -advertised).
Commissioner Neugent returned to the meeting.
The continuation of a Public Hearing was held to amend Monroe County Code Section
9.5-4 (H-6, Home Occupation), Monroe County Code to provide clearer definition; amending
Sections 9.5-233, 234, 235.1, 236, 237, 238, 239, 240, 241, 242, and 248 to delete Public
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Hearing requirement; amending Section 9.5-247 (Commercial Fishing Special Districts), to allow
home occupations; creating Section 9.5-259 to provide rules and procedures for administrative
approval by the Planning Director of home occupations; providing for the severability; providing
for the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; providing for the incorporation into the
Monroe County Code; directing the Clerk of the Board to forward _a certified copy of this
Ordinance to the Florida Department of Community Affairs; and providing for an effective date.
The Board accepted public input with the following individual addressing the Board: Pauline
Klein. Growth Management Director Tim McGarry addressed the Board. (This Public Hearing is
scheduled to be heard at the March, 2003 meeting of the Board in Marathon.)
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Nelson
granting approval to purchase additional property next to Key Largo Community Park for
expansion of parking and a skateboard activities center. Motion carried unanimously, with
Commissioner McCoy not present.
MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT
Commissioner Rice abstained from voting on the following item:
Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Nelson to
reconsider approval of FY 2003 recommendations of the Monroe County Shared Asset Forfeiture
Fund Advisory Board. Said document is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was then
made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Nelson to approve the item.
Motion carried unanimously, with Commissioner Rice abstaining and Commissioner McCoy not
present.
There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned.
Danny L. Kolhage, Clerk
and ex-officio Clerk to the Board
of County Commissioners
Monroe County, Florida
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Isabel C. DeSantis, Deputy Clerk