10/23/2014 RegularREVISED MINUTES
OF THE MONROE COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
RegularMeeting
Board of County Commissioners
Wednesday, October17, 2014
Marathon, Florida
A RegularMeeting of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners convened
at 9:00 A.M., at the HarveyGovernmentCenter. Present and answering to roll call were
Commissioner Heather Carruthers,Commissioner Danny Kolhage,Commissioner George
Neugent, Commissioner David Rice and Mayor Sylvia Murphy.Also present atthe meeting
were Roman Gastesi, 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 AA motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner
Carruthers approval of the Additions, Corrections and Deletions to the Agenda. Motion
carried unanimously.
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS
Item B1 Mayor’s Proclamation declaring the month of November to be Visiting Nurse
Association & Hospice of the Florida Keys Home Health Care and Hospice Month.
Item B2 Mayor’s Proclamation observing the week of November 15-23, 2014 as
National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week.
BULK APPROVALS
Motion was made by Commissioner Riceand seconded by Commissioner Carruthersgranting
approval of the Bulk Approvals. Motion carried unanimously.
Item C1 Board granted approval ofthe filing of a Grant Application and Agreement for
State Aid to Libraries from the Florida Department of State, Division of Library and
Information Services, and execution of same with the proper County authorities.
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Item C2 Board granted approval to Renew for an Additional one-year term Agreement
with Motorola Solutions, Inc., commencing on October 1, 2015 running through September
30, 2015 with annual renewals thereafter, for the service, maintenance, and support of existing
mobile communications equipment, and any additional mobile communications equipment
purchased from Motorola, and approval the Fire Chief to sign all documents as needed to
complete the transaction.
Item C5 Board granted approval of Ratification of the execution of a Comcast
Enterprise Services Sales Order form dated 8/18/2014 under the existing Comcast Master
Service Agreement FL-278919-dkeen to upgrade service at the Monroe County Sherriff's
Headquarters at 5525 College Rd from 10 Mb/s to 100 Mb/s by the IT Director. The execution
was time sensitive as the Harvey Gov't Center will be offline starting at the conclusion of this
meeting on October 17th through 6 pm on October 19th.
Item C6 Board granted approval of Requesting Ratification of Amendment #001 to the
Contract US-1451, Nutrition Services Incentive Program (NSIP) between the Alliance For
Aging, Inc. (AAA) and the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners (Social
Services/In home and Nutrition programs) for the contract period of 10/1/13 to 12/31/14 to
increase grant funding.
Item C7 Board granted approval of Amendment #003 to the Alliance for Aging, Inc.
Standard Contract, Older Americans Act (OAA) Contract AA-1429 between the Alliance for
Aging, Inc. (AAA) and the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners (Social
Services/In home and nutrition programs) for the current contract period of 1/1/14 to 12/31/14
to increase grant funding.
Item C8 Board grantedapproval of Amendment #002 to the Alzheimer’s Disease
Initiative Program (ADI) Contract #KZ1497 betweenthe 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.
Item C9 Board grantedapproval of Amendment #001 of the Home Care for the Elderly
(HCE) Contract #KH 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.
Item C10 Requesting approval of Amendment #001 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.
Item C11 Board grantedapproval of Amendment #003 to the Alzheimer’s Disease
Initiative Program (ADI) Contract #KZ1497 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 to increase grant funding.
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Item C12 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. 312-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.2).
RESOLUTION NO. 259-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds(OMB Schedule Item No.3).
RESOLUTION NO. 260-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.4).
RESOLUTION NO. 261-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.5).
RESOLUTION NO. 262-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.6).
RESOLUTION NO. 263-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.7).
RESOLUTION NO. 264-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.8).
RESOLUTION NO. 265-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.9).
RESOLUTION NO. 266-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.10).
RESOLUTION NO. 267-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.11).
RESOLUTION NO. 268-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.12).
RESOLUTION NO. 269-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.13).
RESOLUTION NO. 270-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.14).
RESOLUTION NO. 271-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.15).
RESOLUTION NO. 272-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.16).
RESOLUTION NO. 273-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.17).
RESOLUTION NO. 274-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.18).
RESOLUTION NO. 275-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.19).
RESOLUTION NO. 276-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 20).
RESOLUTION NO. 277-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 21).
RESOLUTION NO. 278-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 22).
RESOLUTION NO. 279-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 23).
RESOLUTION NO. 280-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 24).
RESOLUTION NO. 281-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.25).
RESOLUTION NO. 282-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 26).
RESOLUTION NO. 283-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 27).
RESOLUTION NO.284-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.28).
RESOLUTION NO. 285-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.29).
RESOLUTION NO. 286-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 30).
RESOLUTION NO. 287-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.31).
RESOLUTION NO. 288-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 32).
RESOLUTION NO. 289-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 33).
RESOLUTION NO. 290-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 34).
RESOLUTION NO. 291-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.35).
RESOLUTION NO. 292-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 36).
RESOLUTION NO. 293-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.37).
RESOLUTION NO. 294-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 38).
RESOLUTION NO. 295-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 39).
RESOLUTION NO. 296-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.40).
RESOLUTION NO. 297-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 41).
RESOLUTION NO. 298-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 42).
RESOLUTION NO. 299-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 43).
RESOLUTION NO. 300-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 44).
RESOLUTION NO. 301-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 45).
RESOLUTION NO. 302-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 46).
RESOLUTION NO. 303-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 47).
RESOLUTION NO. 304-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 48).
RESOLUTION NO. 305-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 49).
RESOLUTION NO. 306-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein byreference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 50).
RESOLUTION NO. 307-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item C13 Board granted approval of Agreements with Keys to Be the Change, Inc. and
Boys and Girls Clubs of the Keys Area, Inc. for the period from October 1, 2014 through
September 30, 2015 to be funded by the Clerk’s Drug Abuse Trust Fund, per Substance Abuse
Policy Advisory Board recommendations.
Item C17 Board granted approval of a Local Agency Program (LAP) agreement with
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for grant funds in the amount of $100,000 for
engineering design and permitting services for repairs to Monroe County Bridge #904480, the
ramp from the Old Seven Mile Bridge to Pigeon Key Island.
Item C20 Board granted approval of a Contract with Fran Decker for artwork to be
installed in the lobby expansion of the Freeman Justice Center. This contract is funded by the
infrastructure sales taxes
Item C21 Board granted approval of a Contract with Bender & Associates Architects,
P.A. for the design through construction administration for the major repairs of the Key West
Lighthouse. This project is funded through the TDC.
Item C22 Board granted approval of a Contract with Bender & Associates Architects,
P.A. for the design through construction administration of the roof replacement at the gang
quarters building on Pigeon Key. This project is funded by the TDC.
Item C23 Board granted approval of a Contract with William P. Horn Architect P.A. for
the Design through Construction Administration for site work and temporary offices for Fleet
Management at the Rockland Key Site. This will be funded by the Road and Bridges fund.
Back up to follow.
Item C24 Board granted approval of Receipt of monthly report on change orders
reviewed by the County Administrator’s Office.
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Item C25 Board granted approval to Negotiate with the highest rated, responsive,
conforming respondent, Pamela Uslander, for a mobile food concession at Higgs Beach.
Item C26 Board granted approval of Amendment 5 to the Contract with Metric
Engineering, Inc. for Engineering Design and Permitting Services to add buffer Landscaping
to the US 1 Bayside Shared Use Path Project.
Item C28 Board granted approval of Task Order FM-TYLIN-001 with T.Y. Lin
International/H. J. Ross to provide design services for the replacement of various mechanical
equipment located at the Stock Island Jail Complex.
Item C29 Board granted approval to exercise the First Option to Renew the Contract with
Culver’s Cleaning Company for Janitorial Services at Veteran’s Memorial Park Restrooms,
Little Duck Key, Monroe County. This contract is funded in full by Tourist Development
Funds.
Item C30 Board granted approval to Renew the Contract with U. S. Water Services
Corporation for the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant for the Roth
Building, Monroe County, on a month to month basis.
Item C31 Board granted approval to award bid and execute a Contract with Stockton
Maintenance Group, Inc. (SMG) for janitorial services at the May Hill Russell Library and
Department of Juvenile Justice Building, second floor.
Item C33 Board granted approval to execute an Interlocal Agreement with the City of
Marathon for utilization of the County meeting room in Marathon for 24 City Council
meetings.
Item C34 Board granted approval to exercise the First Option to Renew the Contract with
Air Mechanical & Service Corp. for a full maintenance program for the two centrifugal
chillers at Jackson Square.
Item C35 Board adopted a Resolution to waive M.C.C section 18-25(b)(1), which
prohibits possession of alcoholic beverages at the Pines County Park, on October 19, 2014
from noon till 8 p.m. for the Zombie Bike Ride.
RESOLUTION NO. 308-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item C36 Board granted approval of 1st Amendment to the Standard Form of Agreement
Between Owner and Consultant for Environmental Consulting Services with Feher
Environmental Consulting, Inc. for professional services at Key West International Airport
and The Florida Keys Marathon Airport.
Item C37 Board granted approval of 1st Amendment to The Standard Form of
Agreement Between Owner and Consultant for Financial Consulting Services with Newton &
Associates, Inc.
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Item C38 Board granted approval of 2nd Amendment to The Master Agreement for
Professional Services between Jacobs Project Management Co., and Monroe County.
Item C39 Board granted approval to Award Bid and Approval of a Contract by and
between Douglas N. Higgins, Inc., hereafter “Contractor”, and the Monroe County Board of
Commissioners, Key West, Florida, hereafter “Owner”, Improve Runway 27 Safety Area-
Install Engineered Materials Arresting System (EMAS).
Item C40 Board granted approval of Joint Participation Agreement for Contract #ARK79
by and between the State of Florida Department of Transportation and County of Monroe, to
provide necessary renovations and upgrades to the terminal buildings at Monroe County
Airports to accommodate and improve the Customs and Border Protection passenger
processing centers.
Item C41 Board granted approval of Joint Participation Agreement for Contract #ARK80
by and between the State of Florida Department of Transportation and County of Monroe, for
the Florida Keys Marathon Airport eleven new hangars that will be designed on the southeast
side of Runway 25 along Taxiway A to replace the existing shade hangars which will be
demolished therefore removing the Runway Protection Zone (RPZ) obstruction. (11 bays
within 2 buildings) aircraft hangars for the storage of aircraft that also includes civil site
improvements, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing improvements.
Item C42Board granted approval of a Lease Agreement with Dr. Jules Beckwitt at the
Florida Keys Marathon airport for approximately 1,777 square feet of unimproved land for an
annual rate of $1.33 per square foot ($2,363.41 per year).
Item C43Board granted approval of a Lease Agreement between Monroe County and El
Paso Partners, LLC., for vacant ground to build a hangar at The Florida Keys Marathon
Airport.
Item C44Board granted approval to renew with United Concordia Insurance Company
for a fully-insured voluntary dental benefit dual option (Low and High Option) with current
plan for a term of up to one (1) year to become effective January 1, 2015, with staff signing
the necessary forms.
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL –BULK APPROVALS
Item D1 Approval to rescind the Agreement with Powerboat P1 USA, LLC covering the
Marathon Grand Prix of the Sea in September 2014 in an amount not to exceed $30,000, DAC
III, FY 2014 Event Resources due to the event being cancelled.
Item D2 Approval of an agreement with Mote Marine Laboratory, Inc. to cover the
Mote Coral Reef Restoration Key West Waters in an amount not to exceed $54,000, DAC I,
FY 2015 Capital Resources.
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Item D3 Approval of an Agreement with Mote Marine Laboratory, Inc. to cover the
Mote Coral Reef Restoration Lower Keys Waters in an amount not to exceed $54,000, DAC
II, FY 2015 Capital Resources.
Item D4 Approval of an Agreement with City of Key West to cover the Vietnam
Veteran’s Memorial Project in an amount not to exceed $243,475, DAC I, FY 2015 Capital
Resources.
Item D5 Approval of an Agreement with The Studios of Key West, Inc. to cover the
Scottish Rite Masonic Center Renovation Phase II in an amount not to exceed $300,000, DAC
I, FY 2015 Capital Resources.
Item D6 Approval of an Agreement with Florida Keys History of Diving Museum, Inc.
to cover the History of Diving Museum Improving Museum Sustainability in an amount not to
exceed $5,691, DAC IV, FY 2015 Capital Resources.
Item D7 Approval of an Agreement with Dolphin Research Center, Inc. to cover the
DRC Renovate Fish House Building in an amount not to exceed $57,500, DAC III, FY 2015
Capital Resources.
Item D8 Approval of an Agreement with The Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Society,
Inc. to cover the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum Life Safety and Security Improvements in an
amount not to exceed $6,308, DAC I, FY 2015 Capital Resources.
Item D9 Approval of an Agreement with Dolphin Research Center, Inc. to cover the
DRC Construct Welcome Center Building in an amount not to exceed $421,700, DAC III, FY
2015 Capital Resources.
Item D10 Approval of an Agreement with Key West Art and Historical Society, Inc. to
cover the Custom House Plumbing Repairs and Upgrades in an amount not to exceed
$19,100, DAC I, FY 2015 Capital Resources.
Item D11 Approval of an Agreementwith Dolphin Research Center, Inc. to cover the
DRC Construct Animal Care & Training Office Building in an amount not to exceed $48,120,
DAC III, FY 2015 Capital Resources.
Item D12 Approval of an Agreement with Key West Players, Inc. to cover the Waterfront
Playhouse AC Replacement, Awning and Lighting Upgrade in an amount not to exceed
$171,000, DAC I, FY 2015 Capital Resources.
Item D13 Approval of Cultural Umbrella event agreements for FY 2015 as per attached
spreadsheet totaling $529,501.
ItemD14 Approval of Fishing Umbrella event agreements for FY 2015 as per attached
spreadsheet totaling $325,800.
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Item D15 Approval of an Agreement with City of Marathon to cover the Marathon
Oceanfront Park Phase 5 –Boardwalk in an amount not to exceed $45,900, DAC III, FY 2015
Capital Resources.
Item D16 Approval of an Agreement with Pigeon Key Foundation, Inc. to cover the
Pigeon Key Gang Quarters Window Repairs in an amount not to exceed $3,400, DAC III, FY
2015 Capital Resources.
Item D17 Approval of an Agreement with Pigeon Key Foundation, Inc. to cover the
Pigeon Key Gang Quarters Bathroom Repairs in an amount not to exceed $18,000, DAC III,
FY 2015 Capital Resources.
Item D18 Approval is requested to waive policies and bid process andenter into a
contract with The Ameurop Group, Inc. who is the only entity that provides multilingual
tourist assistance for 24 hours; 7 days a week; 365 days a year. The Ameurop Group, Inc.
provides live assistance through to 1-800-771-KEYS and provides amonthly detailed report.
Item D19 Approval of an Agreement with Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
covering Original Marathon Seafood Festival in March 2015 in an amount not to exceed
$50,000, DAC III, FY 2015 Event Resources.
Item D20 Approval of an Agreement with Domestic Abuse Shelter, Inc. covering No
Name Race in January 2015 in an amount not to exceed $7,500, DAC II, FY 2015 Event
Resources.
Item D21 Approval of a Turnkey Event Agreement with Premiere Racing, Inc. covering
Key West Race Week 2015 in January 2015 in an amount not to exceed $120,000, DAC I, FY
2015 Event Resources.
Item D22 Approval of an Agreement with MRM Key West LLC covering Key West
Food and Wine Festival in January-February 2015 in an amount not to exceed $25,000, DAC
I, FY 2015 Event Resources.
Item D23 Approval of an Agreement with Key West Half Marathon LLC covering Key
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West Half Marathon & 5K Run, 17Annual in January 2015 in an amount not to exceed
$35,000, DAC I, FY 2015 Event Resources.
Item D24 Approval of an Agreement with Islamorada Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
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covering Florida Keys Island Fest, 24Annual in March 2015 in an amount not to exceed
$20,000, DAC IV, FY 2015 Event Resources.
Item D25 Approval of an Agreement with Key Largo Merchants Association, Inc.
covering Key Largo Stone Crab & Seafood Festival in January 2015 in an amount not to
exceed $30,000, DAC V, FY 2015 Event Resources.
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Item D26 Approval of an Agreement with Key Largo Merchants Association, Inc.
covering Uncorked–Key Largo & Islamorada Food & Wine Festival in January 2015 in an
amount not to exceed $40,000, (DAC IV = $20,000, DAC V = $20,000), FY 2015 Event
Resources.
Item D27 Approval of an Agreement with Steele Blades, Inc. covering Miss Gay
Southernmost UsofA in March 2015 in an amount not to exceed $10,000, DAC I, FY 2015
Event Resources.
Item D28 Approval of an Agreement with Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
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covering Big Pine & Lower Keys 11Annual Nautical Flea Market in January 2015 in an
amount not to exceed $15,000, DAC II, FY 2015 Event Resources.
Item D29 Approval of an Agreement with Rotary Club of Key Largo Charitable Events,
Inc. covering Brew on the Bay in January 2015 in an amount not to exceed $10,000, DAC V,
FY 2015 Event Resources.
Item D30Approval of an Agreement with Monroe County Commercial Fishermen, Inc.
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covering Florida Keys Seafood Festival, 10Annual in January 2015 in an amount not to
exceed $17,000, DAC I, FY 2015 Event Resources.
Item D31 Approval of an Agreement with Florida Powerboat Club, Inc. covering Winter
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Poker Run & Regatta 2015 –Marathon, 14Annual in January 2015 in an amount not to
exceed $30,000, DAC III, FY 2015 Event Resources.
Item D32 Approval of an Agreement with Florida Powerboat Club, Inc. covering Miami
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Boat Show Poker Run to Islamorada 2015, 20Annual in February 2015 in an amount not to
exceed $10,000, DAC IV, FY 2015 Event Resources.
Item D33 Approval of an Agreement with Keys Area Interdenominational Resources,
Inc. covering Sombrero Beach Run in March 2015 in an amount not to exceed $20,000, DAC
III, FY 2015 Event Resources.
Item D34 Approval of an Agreement with CI Management Group Inc. covering Jimmy
Johnson National Billfish Championship in March 2015in an amount not to exceed $15,000,
DAC V, FY 2015 Event Resources.
Item D35 Approval of one “At Large” appointment to the Tourist Development Council
District III Advisory Committee. Applicants are: Mr. Bernard Spinrad and Mr. Theo Derleth.
Item D36Approval of one “At Large” appointment to the Tourist Development Council
District IV Committee. Sole applicant Mr. Edward Kinkelaar, Jr.
Item D37 Approval of one “At Large” appointment to the Tourist Development Council
District II Advisory Committee. Sole applicant Mr. Kevin Freestone.
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DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT –BULK APPROVALS
Item K1 Board granted approval of Documentation of research conducted based on a
BOCC request of County staff to review the practices of other jurisdictions regarding
development applications submitted by non-owners of the affected property.
Item K4 Board granted approval of Confirmation of County Administrator’s
appointment of Wes Maltby, with M.T. Causley, Inc. as Interim Building Official, under the
direction of the Division of Growth Management, effective October 25, 2014.
MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT -BULK APPROVALS
Item L1 Board granted approval of Contract for Local Police Services with the Village
of Islamorada, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office andthe BOCC.
MONROE COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY–BULK APPROVALS
Item M1 Board granted approval of the Contract between Monroe County Board of
County Commissioners and the State of Florida, Department of Health for operation of the
Monroe County Health Department –contract year 2014-2015
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COMMISSIONERS’ITEMS–BULK APPROVALS
Item N1 Board granted approval to appoint Stephanie Scuderi to the Affordable
Housing Advisory Committee to fulfill the term of Ron Miller. Her term will expire on
November 1, 2016.
Item N2 Board granted approval to appoint Jim Saunders to the Affordable Housing
Advisory Committee to fulfill the term of Jerry Gaddis. His term will expire November 1,
2016.
Item N3 Board granted approval to appoint Paul Armstrong to the South Florida
Behavioral Health Network Board to fulfill the term of RaiEtte Avael. His term will expire
June 11, 2016.
Item N4 Board granted approval to appoint Ed Swift to the Affordable Housing
Advisory Committee for a new four year term, as a “residing in jurisdiction” appointee.
Item N5 Board granted approval to appoint Hana Eskra to the Affordable Housing
Advisory Committee for a four year term, as a “real estate” appointee.
Item N6 Board granted approval to reappoint Paul Koisch to the Marine Port Advisory
Board.
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COUNTY CLERK –BULK APPROVALS
Item O2 Board grantedapproval of the Board of County Commissioners minutes from
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the September 3, 2014 special meeting, September 8, 2014 special meeting, and September
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11, 2014 special meeting.
ItemO3Board granted approval of Warrants (including payroll) for the month
General Fund (001),
of September, 2014.(700543-701535): in the amountof $1,812,502.12;
Fine & Forfeiture Fund(101), Road and Bridge Fund
in the amount of $210,737.62;
(102), TDC District Two Penny(115),
in the amount of $112,366.97;in the amount of
TDC Admin. & Promo2 Cent(116), TDC
$461,863.93;in the amount of $473,277.22;
District1,3 Cent(117), TDC District2,3 Cent(118),
in the amount of $273,446.02;in the
TDC District3,3 Cent(119), TDC
amount of $20,482.59;in the amountof $322,741.29;
District4,3 Cent(120), TDC District5,3 Cent(121),
in the amount of $96,030.17;in the
Gov. Fund Type Grants(125),
amount of $49,990.74;in the amount of $513,060.95;
Impact Fees Roadways (130), Impact Fees Parks & Recs
in the amount of $593,096.63;
(131), Fire & Amb District 1 L&M Keys(141),
in the amount of $6,587.50; in the amount
Upper Keys Health Care (144), Uninc Svc Dist
of $138,719.27;in the amount of $955.87;
Parks & Rec(147), Plan, Build, Zoning(148),
in the amount of $57,172.51;in the amount
911 Enhancement Fee Fund (150), Duck Key
of $77,708.48;in the amount of $38,665.66;
Security (152), Boating Improvement Fund(157),
in the amount of $5,934.42;in the
Misc. Special Revenue Fund(158),
amount of $79,475.84;in the amount of $40,169.75;
Environmental Restoration (160), Court Facilities Fees-602
in the amount of $2,973.61;
Fund (163), Stock Island Wastewater (171),
in the amount of $8,884.69;in the amount of
Cudjoe-Sugarloaf MSTU (172),Long Key, Layton
$1,228.58; in the amount of $4,553.57;
MSTU (175), Duck Key MSTU (176),
in the amount of $3.45; in the amount of $2,178.93;
Building Fund (180),2003 Revenue Bonds (207),
in the amount of$19,643.96;in the
1Cent Infra Surtax (304)Big
amount of $771,451.60; , in the amount of $204,162.25;
Coppitt Wastewater PR (310),Duck Key Wastewater (311),
in the amount of $9,051.80; in
Cudjoe Regional (312), Card Sound
the amount of $63.00; in the amount of $9,505,657.68;
Bridge (401), Marathon Airport (403),
in the amount of $7,758.38;in the amount of
Key West Intl. Airport(404), PFC & OPER
$36,863.09;in the amount of $231,243.83;
Restrictions (406), MSD Solid Waste(414),
in the amount of $623.40; in the amount of
Worker’s Compensation(501), Group
$1,352,853.53;in the amount of $47,707.06;
Insurance Fund(502), Risk Management Fund (503),
in the amount of $639,732.63;inthe
Fleet Management Fund(504), Fire &
amount of $53,355.26;in the amount of $96,363.39;
EMS LOSAP Trust Fund (610),
in the amount of $2,385.00.
Item O4 Board granted approval of Tourist Development Council expenditures for the
month of September, 2014.
Item O5 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 –BULK APPROVALS
Item P2 Board granted approval of the reappointment of David Makepeace of the
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary Advisory Council (SAC) to the Marine & Port
Advisory Committee.
Item P5 Board adopted a Resolution authorizing the issuance of $32 million in
aggregate principal amount of a Monroe County, Florida Infrastructure Sales Surtax
Improvement and Refunding Revenue Bond,Series 2014; authorizing the Mayor to execute
the loan agreement and authorization for the County Administrator and/or his designee to sign
all other necessary documentation in order to complete the transaction.
RESOLUTION NO. 256257-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item P6 Board adopted a Resolution accepting the proposal of PNC Bank, National
Association, to provide the County with a $16 million non-revolving line of credit;
authorizing the Mayor to execute the loan agreement and authorization for the County
Administrator and/or his designee to sign all other necessary documentation in order to
complete the transaction.
RESOLUTION NO. 257256-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item P7 Board granted approval of First Amendment to Lease Agreement with Telcom
Systems, Inc. The amendment will allow the company to construct, at their own expense, a
new communications tower situated on county owned land at Long Key; and to demolish
Telcom’s two old communications towers at the site.
Item P8 Board granted approval of Amendment 1 to Commercial Purchase and Sale
Agreement between Oceanside Investors, LLC and Pritam Singh (Oceanside) dated August
20, 2014 for the purchase of the Hickory House property, extending the closing date from
November 19, 2014 until December 11, 2014; this additional time is needed to accomplish
amendments to the Major Conditional Use and Development Agreement which to include
public access as agreed to by the parties.
Item P9 Board granted approval to enter into a Grant Agreement with a total value of
$234,190.00, awarded by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in support of two
environmental education programs for canals, of which $100,000 of value of an existing demo
canal project is offered as match, $59,190 is offered as in-kind services from the IFAS
Extension Service, and of which $75,000 is awarded in cash to the County from EPA.
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Item P10 Board granted approval of Contract Renewal for Public Financial Management
(PFM) which shall run from October 16, 2014 to October 15, 2015. This is a professional
service contract to provide financial planning, policy development, services related to debt
transactions and other financial services.
COUNTY ATTORNEY –BULK APPROVALS
Item Q2 Board granted approval of Ratification of a new 3-year collective bargaining
agreement with Teamsters Local 769, effective retroactive to October 1, 2014.
Item Q3 Board granted approval Second Amendment to agreement with law firm of
Johnson, Anselmo in order to increase hourly rates for attorneys and paralegals by $5 per
hour.
Item Q4 Board granted approval to advertise a Public Hearing to approve an Ordinance
of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners amending Chapter 23 of the Monroe
County Code; Providing for the auditing and enforcement of the Tourist Impact Tax and
Tourist Development Tax to be performed by the Monroe County Tax Collector and
providing for correction to statutory reference.
Item Q5 Board granted approval of the revised Purchasing Policies and Procedures
Manual.
DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Item K3 Board discussed the approval of a Professional Services Agreement with
Anfield Consulting to assist Monroe County with recommended legislation wording and
coordinating with the State of Florida to assure Monroe County is designated as a receiver of
revenue from Amendment #1, entitled “The Florida Water and Land Conservation –
Dedicates funds to acquire and restore Florida Conservation and Recreation Lands”,
beginning November 5, 2014, if passed by the voters and/or drafting legislative changes to
Chapter 215 of Florida Statutes to broaden the statute to assure canal, restoration, stormwater
improvements, and acquisition of land within the Keys is eligible for funding under the
remaining $100 Million Dollars authorized but not appropriated by the Florida legislature.
The following individuals addressed the Board: Christine Hurley, Director of Growth
Management; Lisa Tennyson, Legislative Affairs and Grants Acquisition Director; Frank
Bernandino, representing Anfield Consulting; and Deb Curlee. After discussion, a motion was
made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Carruthers to strike through
November 15, 2014 if passed bythe voters from the wording. Motion passed unanimously.
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FIRE & AMBULANCE DISTRICT I
BOARD OF GOVERNORS
The Board of Governors for the Fire and Ambulance District I convened. Present and
answering to roll call were Commissioner Danny Kolhage, Commissioner David P. Rice, and
Councilwoman Kate Scott.
Chief James Callahan,Fire Chief addressed the Board concerning the following items:
Item F2 Board granted approval to renew for an additional One-Year term Agreement
with Motorola Solutions, Inc., commencing on October 1, 2014running through September
30, 2015 with annual renewals thereafter, for the service, maintenance, and support of existing
mobile communications equipment, and any additional mobile communications equipment
purchased from Motorola, and approval the Fire Chief to sign all documents as needed to
complete the transaction. A motion was made by Commissioner Kolhage and seconded by
Commissioner Rice granting approval of the item. Motion passed unanimously.
Item F3 Board granted approval to exercise the Second (2nd) and Final Renewal Option
of the original agreement between Physio-Control, Inc. and Board of Governors Fire,
Ambulance District 1 of Monroe County, Florida, for sole-source preventative maintenance
and inspection of medical LifePak equipment; and authorization for Mayor to execute same,
along with revised Technical Service Support Agreement with Physio-Control, Inc.A motion
was made by Commissioner Kolhage and seconded by Commissioner Rice granting approval
of the item. Motions passed unanimously.
Item F4 Board adopted a Resolution Authorizing the write-off of 661 Fire Rescue
ground ambulance accounts receivable for CY 2010, totaling $386,068.79 from the Fire
Rescue District #1 Fund. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 309-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
There being no further business, the meeting of Board of Governors for the Fire and
Ambulance District I was adjourned.
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TAX COLLECTOR
Item G1 Danise Henriquez, Tax Collector presentedthe TaxCollector’s excess
fees
check to theBoard of CountyCommissioners.
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EMERGENCY SERVICES
Item C3 Chief Callahan, Fire Chief addressed the Board regarding the approval of
Resolution authorizing the write-off of 77 Fire Rescue air ambulance accounts receivable for
CY 2010, totaling $821,273.31 from the Fine and Forfeiture Fund Account 101-115002.A
motion was made by Mayor Murphy and seconded by Commissioner Ricegranting approval
of the item. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 310-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item C4 Board discussed the approval of Resolution authorizing the write-off of 88
accounts receivable for FY 2014 totaling $730,707.16 for Monroe County residents who
qualified for the Trauma Star Air Ambulance Waiver Program. Chief Callahan, Fire Chief and
Tina Boan, Director of Finance and Budget. After discussion, the Board decided to continue
Item C4 until the November 2014 Board of County Commissioner’s Meeting.
OFFICE OF BUDGET & FINANCE
Item C14 Board discussed the approval of Agreements with Monroe Council of the Arts
Corporation d/b/a Florida Keys Council of the Arts and the Historic Florida Keys Foundation,
Inc. for BOCC direct line-item funding. After discussion, a motion was made by
Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Kolhage granting approval of the
item. A Roll Call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Carruthers Yes
Commissioner Kolhage Yes
Commissioner NeugentYes
Commissioner Rice Abstain
Mayor Murphy Yes
Motion Carried.
Item C15 Board discussed the approval of Fiscal Year 2015 Contracts with non-profit
organizations funded by the Board of County Commissioners through recommendations of the
Human Services Advisory Board (HSAB). A motion was made by Commissioner Kolhage
and seconded by Commissioner to move all exception to move all but the Heron House. A
Roll Call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Carruthers Yes
Commissioner Kolhage Yes
Commissioner Neugent Yes
Commissioner Rice Abstain
Mayor Murphy Yes
Motion Carried.
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A motion was made by Commissioner Kolhage and seconded by Commissioner Carruthersto
grant approval of the Heron House. A Roll Call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Carruthers Yes
Commissioner KolhageYes
Commissioner NeugentYes
Commissioner Rice Abstain
Mayor Murphy Yes
Motion Carried.
Item C16 Board granted approval of Agreements with Guidance Care Center for the
Substance Abuse Mental Health local match funding for FY 2015. A motion was made by
Commissioner Kolhage and seconded by Commissioner Carruthers. A Roll Call vote was
taken with the following results:
Commissioner Carruthers Yes
Commissioner Kolhage Yes
Commissioner Neugent Yes
Commissioner Rice Abstain
Mayor Murphy Yes
Motion Carried.
EMPLOYEE SERVICES
Item H1 Board discussed the approval on addressing Internal Revenue Code (IRC)
Section 4980H(b) (known as “Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health
Coverage”) effective 2015 under the Affordable Care Act.The following individuals
addressed the Board: Teresa Aguiar, Director of Employee Services, Christine Hurley,
Director of Growth Management and Paul Herbert, representing Gallagher. After discussion, a
motion was made by Commissioner Kolhage and seconded by Commissioner Carruthers to
move Staff Recommendation and for the County Administrator to review all temporary
employees to make sure they are properly classified.Motion passed unanimously.
SOLID WASTE
Item C27 Board discussed the approval for staff to continue purchasing air time on Radio
Ritmo (aka Summerland Media), the only bilingual station in the Florida Keys, in an effort to
continue outreach and education efforts to our Spanish speaking residents regarding Monroe
County’s Solid Waste and Recycling Goals, programs and events.After discussion, a motion
was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Rice. Motion passed
unanimously.
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PUBLIC WORKS
Item C32 Board discussed the approval to Modify the Fee Structure for the use of
Government meeting rooms, and Channel 76 televising costs for FY15.After discussion, a
motion was made by Mayor Murphy and seconded by Commissioner Neugent to include the
last sentence until they come back with a proviso. Motion passed unanimously.
EMPLOYEE SERVICES
Item C44 Teresa Aguiar, Director of Employee Services addressed the Board regarding
the approval to renew with United Concordia Insurance Company for a fully-insured
voluntary dental benefit dual option (Low and High Option) with current plan for a term of up
to one (1) year to become effective January 1, 2015, with staff signing the necessary forms.
After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner
Carruthers granting approval of the item. Motion passed unanimously.
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
Item D35 Board discussedthe approval of one “At Large” appointment to the Tourist
Development Council District III Advisory Committee. Applicants are: Mr. Bernard Spinrad
and Mr. Theo Derleth.A motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by
Commissioner Rice to appointMr. Bernard Spinrad to the Tourist Development Council
District III Advisory Committee. Motion passed unanimously.
COUNTY ATTORNEY
Item Q6 Board discusseddirection regarding performance evaluations for County
Administrator and County Attorney.After discussion, a motion was made by Mayor Murphy
and seconded by Commissioner Rice to redo the Resloution eliminating the sentence that says
that it needs to come to the Commission.A Roll Call vote was taken with the following
results:
Commissioner Carruthers No
Commissioner KolhageYes
Commissioner Neugent Yes
Commissioner Rice Yes
Mayor Murphy Yes
Motion Carried.
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COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Item P3 Board discussed the approval to negotiate a Contract with Energy 3, LLC as
the highest ranked respondent to the Request for Proposals (RFP) for processing of the
County yard waste, as unanimously recommended by the selection committee at their meeting
held on September 29, 2014.The following individuals addressed the Board: Rhonda Haag,
Sustainability Manager; Patrick Sady, Chief Operations Officer for Energy 3, LLC; Chris
Bolyard, representing Waste Management; Susan Cardenas, Summerland Key Cove Airport
Company; Bill Hunter; Steve Leach; and Jay Marzella. After discussion, a motion was made
by Commissioner Carruthers and seconded by Commissioner Kolhage to move Staff
Recommendation. Motion passed unanimously.
ENGINEERING/PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Item I2 Kevin Wilson, Director of Engineering/Public Works/Project Management
regarding thedirection on the supplemental study of the Big Pine Academy School
Zone/Crossing Analysis.The following individuals addressed the Board: Cathy Hoffman,
Principal of Big Pine Academy Charter School; Steve Estes; Deb Curlee; Sheriff Rick
Ramsay, Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. After discussion, a motion was made by
Commissioner Kolhage and seconded by Commissioner Carruthers to proceed with
installation with signs at the school and proceed with installation of the flashing lights. A Roll
Call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Carruthers Yes
Commissioner KolhageYes
Commissioner Neugent Yes
Commissioner Rice Yes
Mayor Murphy Yes
Motion Carried.
A motion was made by Commissioner Carruthersand seconded by Commissioner Rice to
have a Crossing Guard before and after school. Motion passed unanimously.
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PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING
Item C18 Board discussed the approval to advertise a Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
for the design of a scenic overlook at the Big Pine Swimming Hole. This project is funded at
100% by the FDOT through the Transportation Alternatives Program.The following
individuals addressed the Board: Trish Smith; Bill Leonard; William Lemon; Larry
Threlkheld; SteveEstes; Mary Maleski; Natalie Anderson; and Deb Curlee. After discussion,
a motion was made by Mayor Murphy and seconded by Commissioner Rice granting approval
to do an RFQ. A Roll Call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Carruthers Yes
Commissioner KolhageYes
Commissioner NeugentYes
Commissioner Rice Yes
Mayor Murphy Yes
Motion Carried.
Item C19 Trish Smith and Natalie Anderson addressed the Board regarding the approval
of Work Order #11 in the amount of $10,606.48 to URS Southern Corporation (URS) to
conduct traffic impact studies for Rowell’s Marina and the Big Pine Swimming Hole in
preparation for the design phase of these projects.After discussion, a motion was made by
Commissioner Carruthers and seconded by Mayor Murphy granting approval of the item.
Motion passed unanimously.
WASTEWATER
Item J1Kevin Wilson, Director of Engineering/Public Works/Project Management
addressed the Board regarding theprovision of sewer connections for non-residential
properties in theCudjoe Regional Wastewater system.After discussion, a motion was made
by Mayor Murphy and seconded by Commissioner Neugent increase the amount to $2.5
million. Motion passed unanimously.
A motion was made by Mayor Murphy and seconded by Commissioner Neugent that the ten
properties that have traditionally paid their own way continue to do so. Motion passed
unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Item R1 Board discussed the approval of an Ordinance of the Monroe County Board of
County Commissioners amending Section25-2 of the Monroe County Code; Providing for 45
MPH on CR 905 from C905A to 1.4 miles north of C905A and correcting speed zones to
correctly reflect posted speed limits. After discussion, a motion was made by Mayor Murphy
and seconded by Commissioner Rice granting approval of the item. Motion passed
unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 014-2014
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
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Item R2 The Board discussed aPublic Hearing to consider a Resolution repealing
Resolution 210a-2014, transmitting to the State Land Planning Agency an ordinance by the
Monroe County Board of County Commissioners amending the Monroe County 2010
Comprehensive Plan by creating Policy 202.8.6 to allow the implementation of canal
restoration pilot projects by public entities (County, State or Federal) which include the
removal of organic material by vacuum dredge from artificial canals characterized as having
poor or fair water quality within the 2013 Monroe County Canal Management Master Plan to
depths greater than minus six (-6) feet mean low water. (Legislative Proceeding). After
discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Mayor Murphy
granting approval of the repeal. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 311-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Item R3 Christine Hurley, Director of Growth Manangement and Mayte Santamaria,
Assistant Director of Growth Management addressed the Board regarding aPublic Hearing to
consider a Resolution transmitting to the State Land Planning Agency an ordinance by the
Monroe County Board of County Commissioners amending the Monroe County 2010
Comprehensive Plan by creating Policy 202.8.6 to improve the water quality in the artificial
canals characterized as having poor or fair water quality within the 2013 Monroe County
Canal Management Master Plan by providing for removal of organic material by maintenance
dredging to depths greater than minus six (-6) feet mean low water and backfilling to a depth
of six (6) feet –eight (8) feet by public entities (county, state, or federal) and to allow the
implementation of two (2) canal restoration pilot projects by public entities (County, State or
Federal) which include the removal of organic material bymaintenance dredging to depths
greater than minus six (-6) feet mean low water without backfilling and conducting water
quality monitoring. A motion was made by Mayor Murphy and seconded by Commissioner
Rice granting approval of the item. A Roll Call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Carruthers Yes
Commissioner KolhageYes
Commissioner Neugent Yes
Commissioner Rice Yes
Mayor Murphy Yes
Motion Carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 258-2014
Said Resolutionis incorporated herein by reference.
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ENGINEERING/PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Item I1 Board discussedrevising Monroe County Code Chapter 19 –Roads and
Bridges, Article II Public Right-of-Way Use Permit to allow landscaping on county
maintained rights-of-way.The following individuals addressed the Board: Judith Clarke,
Director of Engineering; ChristineHurley, Director of Growth Management; Bob Shillinger,
County Attorney and Bill Hunter. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner
Carruthers and seconded by Mayor Murphy to establish a six foot clear zone that permits hard
scrabble gravel, mulch, grass and groundcover not to exceed six inches. A Roll Call vote was
taken with the following results:
Commissioner CarruthersYes
Commissioner KolhageYes
Commissioner NeugentNo
Commissioner Rice Yes
Mayor MurphyYes
Motion Carried.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Item K2Board discussedthe adoption of aResolution approving Procedure for the
abatement of overgrown canal vegetation that impedes safe navigation and overgrown dry lot
vegetation that is unsafe or unsanitary.The following individuals addressed the Board:
Christine Hurley, Director of Growth Management; Lisa Granger, Assistant County Attorney
and Michael Mauer. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Carruthers and
seconded by Commissioner Kolhage granting approval of the additional notices to the
Property Owners. Motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 377-2014
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
COMMISSIONERS ITEMS-BULK APPROVALS
Item N7Bill Hunter addressed the Board regarding the proposalto issue “Trauma Star
First Option” alert stickers to all residents in Monroe County that can be applied directly to a
health insurance card.After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Rice and
seconded by Commissioner Kolhage to granting approval of the item. Motion passed
unanimously.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Item P4Lisa Tennyson, Legislative Affairs and Grants Acquisition Director and Erin L.
Deady, Esq. addressed the Board concerning the update on RESTORE Act and final Treasury
rule, and direction for proceeding with the Multi-Year Plan.After discussion, Lisa asked the
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Board if they approve of developing the MYIP in-house and with Staff time and a little
Technical Assistance. No actions were taken.
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
Lindsey Ballard, D.C.
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