08/20/2003 Regular
MINUTES
OF THE MONROE COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
2003/188
Regular Meeting
Board of County Commissioners
Wednesday, August 20, 2003
Key Largo, Florida
A Regular Meeting of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners convened at
9:00 AM., 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; 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.
MISCELLANEOUS
Holly Merrill, Administrative Aide to State Representative Ken Sorenson, was introduced.
Ms. Merrill addressed the Board.
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS
Presentation of Employee of the Month Award for May, 2003 to David Pentz,
Maintenance Worker, Unincorporated Parks & Beaches, ~ublic Works Division.
Presentation of 15 Years of Service to Jean "Niko" Reisinger, Biologist, Growth
Management Division.
Proclamation to declare the Month of October, 2003 as the Month of the Americas.
Proclamation to declare August 26,2003 as Women's Equality Day.
ADDITIONS, CORRECTIONS, DELETIONS
Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Nelson
granting approval of Additions, Corrections, and Deletions to the Agenda. Motion carried
unanimously.
BULK APPROVALS
Motion was made by Commissioner Nelson and seconded by Commissioner Neugent
granting approval of the following items:
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Board granted approval to remove surplus equipment from inventory via advertising for
bid, removal and disposal. Said list is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract between Monroe County
and Lipsky Enterprises, Inc. concerning the Key West International Airport Noise Insulation
Program.
Board granted approval and authorized execution ofa US. Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration Grant Agreement, Project Number 3-12-0037-022-2003 with
Monroe County to fund implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program, a
Terminal Concept Study, construction oft-hanger taxiways, and aircraft parking apron at the Key
West International Airport.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Amendment No.1 to the U.S.
Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Grant Agreement, Project Number
3-12-0037-022-2003, with Monroe County which deletes the Interactive Video Operations
Equipment funding.
Board granted approval to terminate the Fax Data Business Station Agreement, dated
September 8, 1999 between Monroe County and Arlen Communications, Inc., for space in the
Key West International Airport Terminal Building.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a US. Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration Land Lease, Lease No. DTFA06-02-L-08825 between Monroe
County for the Visual Approach Slope Indicator (V ASI) at the Key West International Airport.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of US. Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration Grant Agreement, Project Number 3-12-0037-021-2003 with
Monroe County to fund Noise Mitigation measures, Phase 2 Construction, and Phase 3 Design.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Purchase Service Order No.
02/03-27 between Monroe County and URS Corporation for the Disadvantaged Business
Enterprise (DB E) Implementation Program technical support services for the Key West and
Florida Keys Marathon Airports.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a US. Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration Grant Agreement, Project Number 3-12-0044-018-2003 with
Monroe County to fund implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program, and
for architectural and engineering services for cargo apron resurfacing, and expanding a Fixed Base
Operator apron, at the Florida Keys Marathon Airport.
Board granted approval to prepare and advertise a Request for Proposals (RFP) to
construct corporate hangars at Florida Key Marathon Airport.
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Lease Agreement between Monroe
County and United Engineering Corp for lease of property at the Florida Keys Marathon Airport
to store equipment to be used in conjunction with the Little Venice Wastewater Plant Project, for
a term commencing March 1, 2003 and ending on August 3 1, 2003, and may be extended on a
monthly basis.
Board granted approval for Skydive Sebastian of South Florida, Inc. to hold a skydiving
event at the Florida Keys Marathon Airport November 6-10,2003, contingent upon meeting all
FAA and County requirements.
Board adopted the following Resolution authorizing the execution of a Grant Agreement
with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Agreement No. SC424 for the
acceptance of Small County Solid Waste Grant Funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 279-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval to apply to the Florida Department of Community Affairs for a
Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant in the amount of $3,000,000 to design and construct a permanent
and dedicated Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and for the Mayor to sign the Grant
Application.
Board granted approval to award the bid to Verizon Wireless for lease of surplus antenna
tower space on the County owned communications tower located in Key Largo.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to Key West Police
Department 911 Center Agreement with Positron Public Safety Systems, Corp. in order to reflect
items not listed in original contract to allow full payment of the goods and services provided, at a
cost less than the maximum contracted amount, in the amount of$104,935.14.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to Special Service
Agreement between Monroe County and BellSouth Telecommunications, Inc. in regards to
maintenance of Emergency 9-1-1 (E911) equipment and associated software and equipment, and
adjustment in the total number of access lines.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Grant Agreement No. FL-I03-0140
between Monroe County and Public Safety Foundation of America, Inc., in the amount of
$68,985 for the purchase, installation, and training of9-1-1- mapping hardware and software.
Board authorized issuance of a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to
Islamorada, Village of Islands - Fire Rescue for the operation of ALS Transport Ambulance
Service (Class A, Emergency Medical Service) for the October 1, 2003 through September 30,
2005.
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Board adopted the following Resolution authorizing the Monroe County Fire Chief to
execute a Memorandum of Understanding for use of registered nurses between Fishermen's
Hospital and Monroe County Fire Rescue on behalf ofthe BOCC of Monroe County.
RESOLUTION NO. 280-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a State-Funded Subgrant Agreement,
Contract No. 04CP-II-II-54-01-045 between Monroe County and the State of Florida,
Department of Community Affairs concerning the Hazardous Material Plan.
Board granted approval and authorized the County Administrator to execute a Service
Agreement Grant between Monroe County and Generations on Line, a web-based, Internet
training resource for Senior Citizens.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Renewal Amendment to Lease
between Monroe County and Peter O. Dalton for a one year lease extension for Extension
Services office space in Damaron Building in Key Largo.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Standard Coordination/Operator
Contract between Monroe County and the Guidance Clinic of the Middle Keys serving as the
Community Transportation Coordinator for the State of Florida, contract year 07/01/03 -
12/31/03.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to Agreement
between Monroe County and Stand Up for Animals, Inc. for operation of the Big Pine Key and
Marathon Animal Shelters to increase the hours and days of operation at the Big Pine Animal
Shelter.
Board granted approval to award bid and issue a purchase order in the amount of$29,610
to The Restaurant Store for the purchase and installation of a tray washer at the Monroe County
Detention Facility.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Amendment between
Monroe County and Trooper Diego A. Rios on a month-to-month basis until December 31, 2003.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Renewal between Monroe
County and Houston Air, Inc. for the Upper Keys Central NC Maintenance and Repair.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Renewal between Monroe
County and Mowrey Elevator Service, Inc. for complete elevator service maintenance for Monroe
County elevators.
Board granted approval of the Receipt of the monthly report on Change Orders reviewed
by the County Administrator.
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Board granted approval to award bid and authorized execution of a Standard Form of
Agreement between Monroe County and From the Earth & Sea, Inc. for the installation of
various trees, shrubs and ground cover at the Veteran's Park, Little Duck Key, Monroe County,
Florida.
Board granted approval to award bid and authorized execution of a Standard Form of
Agreement between Monroe County and Cornerstone Construction of the Keys, Inc. for Harry
Harris Park - Tot Lot, Tavernier, Florida.
Board granted approval to negotiate bid and authorized execution of a Standard Form of
Agreement between Monroe County and with Toppino's Inc. for Wilhelmina L. Harvey Park-
Playground Improvement.
Board granted approval to negotiate bid and authorized execution of a Standard Form of
Agreement between Monroe County and Key Iron Works, Inc. for Jackson Square Underground
Electrical Changes and approval of the following Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 281-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval to close three (3) roads in the Largo City subdivision, Key Largo,
to prevent illegal dumping in undeveloped areas, as follows: 1 )Robert Street at its intersection
with the southern side of Esther Street, 2) Esther Street at it intersection with Pamela Street, and
3) Cliff Street at its intersection with Taylor Drive.
Board granted approval to award bid and authorized execution of a Standard Form of
Agreement between Monroe County and Coastal Marine Construction, Inc. in the amount of
$219,600 for the Garrison Bight Bridge Fenders Project.
Board granted approval to spend library impact fees for installation of a wireless computer
network in the five branches, utilizing access points, LANcards and switches to accommodate the
increased patrons' needs for computer access in a more flexible system, eliminating the need for
extensive and expensive new cabling and expanding the current access.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Amendment between
Monroe County and the Guidance Clinic of the Middle Keys, Inc., for the Safeport Program.
Board granted approval of the Grant Adjustment Notice to Grant No.
03-CJ-5A-11-54-01-105 between Monroe County and the Florida Department of Law
Enforcement for the Safeport Program.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Amendment between
Monroe County and The U.S. Fellowship of Florida for the Peacock Apartments Program.
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Board granted approval of the Grant Adjustment Notice to Grant No.
03-CJ-5A-11-54-01-109 between Monroe County to Contract with Florida Department of Law
Enforcement for the Peacock Apartments Program.
Board adopted the following various Resolutions concerning the Transfer of Funds,
Unanticipated Funds, and Amending:
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.1).
RESOLUTION NO. 282-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.2).
RESOLUTION NO. 283-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.3).
RESOLUTION NO. 284-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 081-2003 (OMB Schedule Item No.4).
RESOLUTION NO. 285-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.5).
RESOLUTION NO. 286-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.6).
RESOLUTION NO. 287-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.7).
RESOLUTION NO. 288-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.8).
RESOLUTION NO. 289-2003
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Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.9).
RESOLUTION NO. 290-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 10).
RESOLUTION NO. 291-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 11).
RESOLUTION NO. 292-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 12).
RESOLUTION NO. 293-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 13).
RESOLUTION NO. 294-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 091-2003 (OMB Schedule Item No. 14).
RESOLUTION NO. 295-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 15).
RESOLUTION NO. 296-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 16).
RESOLUTION NO. 297-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 17).
RESOLUTION NO. 298-2003
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Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 18).
RESOLUTION NO. 299-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 454-2002 (OMB Schedule Item No. 19).
RESOLUTION NO. 300-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 455-2002 (OMB Schedule Item No. 20).
RESOLUTION NO. 301-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 21).
RESOLUTION NO. 302-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 22).
RESOLUTION NO. 303-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 23).
RESOLUTION NO. 304-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 24).
RESOLUTION NO. 305-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 25).
RESOLUTION NO. 306-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 166-2003 (OMB Schedule Item No. 26).
RESOLUTION NO. 307-2003
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Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 27).
RESOLUTION NO. 308-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 28).
RESOLUTION NO. 309-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 239-2003 (OMB Schedule Item No. 29).
RESOLUTION NO. 310-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 30).
RESOLUTION NO. 311-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 31).
RESOLUTION NO. 312-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 32).
RESOLUTION NO. 313-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 198-2003 (OMB Schedule Item No. 33).
RESOLUTION NO. 314-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 199-2003 (OMB Schedule Item No. 34).
RESOLUTION NO. 315-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 35).
RESOLUTION NO. 316-2003
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Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 566-2002 (OMB Schedule Item No. 36).
RESOLUTION NO. 317-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 37).
RESOLUTION NO. 318-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 38).
RESOLUTION NO. 319-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 39).
RESOLUTION NO. 320-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 40).
RESOLUTION NO. 321-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 41).
RESOLUTION NO. 322-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 42).
RESOLUTION NO. 323-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 43).
RESOLUTION NO. 324-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 020-2003 (OMB Schedule Item No. 44).
RESOLUTION NO. 325-2003
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Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 45).
RESOLUTION NO. 326-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 46).
RESOLUTION NO. 327-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 47).
RESOLUTION NO. 328-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 48).
RESOLUTION NO. 329-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 49).
RESOLUTION NO. 330-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 50).
RESOLUTION NO. 331-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 51).
RESOLUTION NO. 332-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.52).
RESOLUTION NO. 333-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 206-2003 (OMB Schedule Item No. 53).
RESOLUTION NO. 334-2003
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Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 54).
RESOLUTION NO. 335-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.55).
RESOLUTION NO. 336-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated (OMB Schedule Item No.56).
RESOLUTION NO. 337-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.57).
RESOLUTION NO. 338-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a letter dated August 5, 2003 from
KPMG Peat Marwick to update the Fiscal Year 2003 and the Fiscal Year 2004 Full Cost
Allocation Plans and the OMB A-87 Cost Allocation Plans.
Board granted approval to retain Preferred Governmental Claims Solutions (PGCS),
current Third Party Administrator for the County's workers' compensation program, based on the
condition that staff continues to negotiate a reduction in the cost of current bid, bringing a
contract back to the Board at the September meeting. PGCS is the second lowest bidder.
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
Board granted approval of change to Fishing Umbrella portion of the TDC Operations
Manual relating to trophy reimbursement and logo usage.
Board granted approval to rescind Agreement with Charlotte Ambrogio covering the
Lower Keys Permit All Tackle Tournament on July 9-12,2003 due to cancellation of event.
DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT - BULK APPROVALS
Board adopted the following Resolution granting the request of Linda and Richard
Granger to exchange privately owned land of conservation value for lands dedicated to the
County for conservation proposes under the County's rate of growth ordinance as per Resolution
179-2003.
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RESOLUTION NO. 339-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution to concur with the Florida Department of
Transportation's decision to surplus excess property adjacent to U.S. 1 Right-of-Way at MM
69.5, Bayside.
RESOLUTION NO. 340-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Public Transportation Supplemental
Joint Participation Agreement Number SOOI, Contract No. AMI02 between Monroe County and
the Florida Department of Transportation for the Monroe County Bicyc1elPedestrian Planner
position. .
Board granted approval to reject bids for the Big Pine Key Plant Restoration Project
supported with ClAP grant funds and to re-advertise immediately.
Board granted approval of a request by Monroe County for a floodplain variance to
section 9.5-317(3)b.(i) in order to construct eight 3,300 SF hangars, one 11,200 SF hangar, one
5,600 SF hangar and one 12,408 SF building with eight T -hangars at the Key West International
Airport.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Agreement between
Monroe County and Spirit Marine Towing & Assistance for the removal of derelict vessels in the
Marathon area.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Agreement between
Monroe County and American Underwater Contractors, Inc. for Phase II of the regulatory buoy
project at the Whale Harbor Sand Bar, Islamorada.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Agreement between
Monroe County and American Underwater Contractors, Inc. for the emergency repair of channel
markers #36 Cow Key Channel and #1 Lakes Passage.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Agreement between
Monroe County and AS.AP., Inc. for the Tavernier Creek Buoy Project.
Board granted approval for one Restrictive Covenant from Prize Property, Inc. to have
one dwelling unit on contiguous lots described as Lots 6 & 7, Block 1, Amended Plat of Winston
Waterways, Key Largo, Permit No. 01-3-2165. The applicant is receiving a dwelling unit
allocation award for the year ending July 13, 2003, have filed the documents in accordance with
Ordinance No. 47-1999.
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Board granted approval for the transfer of two buildable lots from Dennis D. Miller to
Monroe County by Warranty Deeds, Permit No. 02-1-1038, for Lot 1, Block 10, Eden Pines
Colony 1st Addition, Big Pine Key and Lot 10, Block 29, Sands, Big Pine Key. The applicant is
receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the year ending July 13, 2003, have filed the
documents in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of two buildable lots from Condor Construction to
Monroe County by Warranty Deeds, Permit No. 02-1-4116, for Lots 8 & 9, Block 55, Sands
Subdivision, Big Pine Key. The applicant is receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the
year ending July 13, 2003, have filed the documents in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of two buildable lots from Casanautica.com, Inc.,
to Monroe County by Warranty Deeds, Permit No. 02-1-0840 for Lots 5 & 6, Block 28, Sands
Subdivision, Big Pine Key. The applicant is receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the
year ending July 13,2003, have filed the documents in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of two buildable lots from Joseph & Renee Silva
to Monroe County by Warranty Deeds, Permit No. 01-03-1331 for Lot 19, Block 7, Big Pine
Shores, Big Pine Key and Lot 2, Block 55, Sands Subdivision, Big Pine Key. The applicants are
receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the year ending July 13, 2003, have filed the
documents in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of two buildable lots from Steven D. & Becky L.
Higgins to Monroe County by Warranty Deeds, Permit No. 02-1-0546 for Lot 18, Block 3, Pine
Grove, Big Pine Key and Lot 3, Block 8, Doctor's Arm Subdivision 2nd Addition, Big Pine Key.
The applicants are receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the year ending July 13, 2003,
have filed the documents in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of two buildable lots from James & Jeanne
Johnson to Monroe County by Warranty Deeds, Permit No. 01-1-2357 for Lot 1, Block 2,
Cutthroat Harbor Estates, Cudjoe Key and Lot 14, Block 5, Silver Shores Estates, Ramrod Key.
The applicants are receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the year ending July 13, 2003,
have filed the documents in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of one buildable lot from Edward and Janet
Klimowich to Monroe County by Warranty Deed, Permit No. 01-1-3378 for Lot 1, Block 5,
Indian Mound Estates, Sugarloaf Key. The applicants are receiving a dwelling unit allocation
award for the year ending July 13, 2003, have filed the documents in accordance with Ordinance
No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for one Lot Aggregation Restrictive Covenant from Jose
Guerrero to have one dwelling unit on contiguous lots described as Lots 20 & 21, Block 9,
Holiday Homesites, Key Largo, Permit No. 01-3-3801. The applicants are receiving a dwelling
unit allocation award for the year ending July 13, 2003, have filed the documents in accordance
with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
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Board granted approval for one Restrictive Covenant from Gerardo Rubio and Maria
Fereira to have one dwelling unit on contiguous lots described as Lots 1,2, 3,4, 15, 16, 17, & 18,
Block 8, Pirates Cove, Key Largo, Permit No. 02-3-3992. The applicants are receiving a
dwelling unit allocation award for the year ending July 13, 2003, have filed the documents in
accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for one Restrictive Covenant from Adrian Ferradaz and Maria Del
Carmen F erradaz to have one dwelling unit on contiguous lots described as Lots 3 & 23, Block
15, Amended Plat of Key Largo Park, Key Largo, Permit No. 02-3-4077. The applicants are
receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the year ending July 13, 2003, have filed the
documents in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for one Restrictive Covenant from Mark Boalch to have one
dwelling unit on contangos lots described as Lots 21,22, & 23, Block 2, Largo Beach, Key
Largo, Permit No. 02-3-5392. The applicant is receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the
year ending July 13, 2003, have filed the documents in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for one Restrictive Covenant from R Michael Cannon and Nancy
Suarez Cannon to have one dwelling unit on contiguous lots described as Lots 3,4, & 5, Block 1,
Paradise Point, Key Largo, Permit No. 02-3-5411. The applicants are receiving a dwelling unit
allocation award for the year ending July 13, 2003, have filed the documents in accordance with
Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for one Restrictive Covenant from Jean Goldsmith to have one
dwelling unit on contiguous lots described as Lots 4, 5, 6, & 7, Block 2, Mates Beach No.2,
Little Torch Key, Permit No. 02-1-3354. The applicant is receiving a dwelling unit allocation
award for the year ending July 13, 2003, have filed the documents in accordance with Ordinance
No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for one Restrictive Covenant from R Michael Cannon and Nancy
Suarez Cannon to have one dwelling unit on contiguous lots described as Lots 5, 6, & 7, Block
14, Bowens Addition to Riviera Village, Key Largo, Permit No. 02-3-2483. The applicant is
receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the year ending July 13,2003, have filed the
documents in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for one Restrictive Covenant from Susan Del Frante to have one
dwelling unit on contiguous lots described as Lots 1,2, & 3, Block 3, Unrecorded Plat of Ocean a,
Key Largo, Permit No. 02-3-3248. The applicant is receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for
the year ending July 13,2003, have filed the documents in accordance with Ordinance No.
47-1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of two buildable lots from Jose M. and Zoe
Gonzalez to Monroe County by Warranty Deed, Permit No. 01-3-1796 for Lots 10 & 11, Block
40, Sands Subdivision, Big Pine Key. The applicants are receiving a dwelling unit allocation
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award for the year ending July 13, 2003, have filed the documents in accordance with Ordinance
No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of two buildable lots from Rene and Jane Cairo to
Monroe County by Warranty Deed; and approval for one Restrictive Covenant from Rene and
Jane Cairo to have one dwelling unit on contiguous lots described as Lot 7 and 26, Block 12,
Anglers Park, Key Largo, Permit No. 02-3-2617. The applicants are receiving a dwelling unit
allocation award for the year ending July 13, 2003, have filed the documents in accordance with
Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of one buildable lot from Mark and Holly Andre
to Monroe County by Warranty Deed for Parcel XS, Pine Key Acres; and approval for one
Restrictive Covenant from Mark and Holly Andre to have one dwelling unit on contiguous lots
described as Lots 12 & 13, Torchwood West Unit 2, Big Torch Key, Permit No. 02-1-3575. The
applicants are receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the year ending July 13, 2003, have
filed the documents in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of one buildable lot from David C. Ritz to Monroe
County by Warranty Deed for Lot 11, Block 49, Sands Subdivision, Big Pine Key; and approval
for one Restrictive Covenant from David C. Ritz to have one dwelling unit on contiguous lots
described as part of Lot 2 and part of Lot 3, Block 3, Stillwright Point Plat No.2, Key Largo,
Permit No. 03-3-0795. The applicant is receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the year
ending July 13, 2003, have filed the documents in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of two buildable lots from Jack D. Niles, III and
Lisette L. Niles to Monroe County by Warranty Deed for Lots 6 & 7, Block 2, Summerland
Estates Resub, Summerland Key, Permit No. 02-1-0099. The applicants are receiving a dwelling
unit allocation award for the year ending July 13,2003, have filed the documents in accordance
with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Board adopted the following Resolution stating Monroe County's intention to challenge
amendments to the Miami-Dade Comprehensive Development Master Plan that would allow the
widening of Krome Avenue and to authorize the filing of appropriate pleadings or briefs to
support that challenge.
RESOLUTION NO. 341-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval of a Settlement Agreement in the matter of New Port Largo, Inc.
v. Monroe County, Case #97-20623-CA-18.
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MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT
Board granted approval of the disposition of inventory items for the month of August,
2003 in the total amount of $67, 104.56. Said listing is incorporated herein by reference.
MONROE COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY
Board adopted the following Resolution approving an increase in Monroe County's State
Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program's Maximum Sales Prices.
RESOLUTION NO. 342-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution approving the Assignment and Assumption of a
State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Mortgage originally to the Bahama Conch
Community Land Trust, Inc. to buyer Donna Kaplan.
RESOLUTION NO. 343-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution adopting Amendment One (1) to Monroe
County's State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP), Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP)
for State of Florida Fiscal Years 2001-2002,2002-2003,2003-2004.
RESOLUTION NO. 344-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
Board granted approval of the appointment of Larry Maas, effective August 21,2003, to
fill the unexpired term of Mike Ozegovich on the South Florida Workforce Board, term to expire
June 30, 204.
Board granted approval of the reappointment of Christina Weinhofer to the Tourist
Development Council as the Mayor's appointee, for a period of 4 years, commencing on August
21,2003 and ending on August 20,2007.
Board adopted the following Resolution requesting Congressman Bill Young to support
the Senate Appropriation of one million dollars to help fund the water quality improvements in the
Florida Keys.
RESOLUTION NO. 345-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Board granted approval of the appointment of Todd B. Firm to the Tourist Development
Council for District 5, for a period of 4 years, commencing on August 21,2003 and ending on
August 20, 2007.
COUNTY CLERK
Board approved the following Warrants (205484-205666 & 86588-88542 & 2056-2366):
General Fund (001), in the amount of$I,935,646.70; Sup to General Revenue (002),
in the amount of$17,059.57; Fine & Forfeiture Fund (101), in the amount of$2,713,714.08;
Road and Bridge Fund (102), in the amount of$363,986.90; Law Library Fund (103), in the
amount of$6,189.50; TDC District Two Penny (115), in the amount of$444,833.32; TDC
Admin. & Promo 2 Cent (116), in the amount of$442,349.31; TDC District 1,3 Cent (117),
in the amount of$300,671.68; TDC District 2, 3 Cent (118), in the amount of$32,159.23; TDC
District 3, 3 Cent (119), in the amount of$226,594.54; TDC District 4, 3 Cent (120), in the
amount of$135,397.84; TDC District 5, 3 Cent (121), in the amount of$118,079.54; Gov.
Fund Type Grants (125), in the amount of $348,378.20; Impact Fees Police Fac (134), in the
amount of$88,307.10; Fire & Amb Dist 1 L&M Keys (141), in the amount of$117,862.54;
Upper Keys Health Care (144), in the amount of$I,104.72; Fire & Amb Dist 6 Key Largo
(146), in the amount of$192,012.40; Uninc Svc Dist Parks&Rec (147), in the amount of
$40,865.57; Plan, Build, Zoning (148), in the amount of$67,448.93; Municipal Policing (149),
in the amount of$405,856.15; 911 Enhancement Fee (150), in the amount of$40,360.66; Duck
Key Security (152), in the amount of$12, 753.13; Local Housing Assistance (153), in the
amount of$I13,622.60; Boating Improvement Fund (157), in the amount of$3,570.92; Misc.
Special Revenue Fund (158), in the amount of$17,727.38; Law Enforcement Trust (162), in
the amount of$9,651.33; 2003 Revenue Bonds (207), in the amount of$16,986.06; 1 Cent
Infra Surtax (304), in the amount of$602,715.54; 2003 Revenue Bonds (307), in the amount of
$7,486.00; Card Sound Bridge (401), in the amount of$8,192.16; Marathon Airport (403),
in the amount of$177,470.67; Key West IntI. Airport (404), in the amount of $498,994.42;
MSD Solid Waste (414), in the amount of$423,492.21; Worker's Compensation (501), in the
amount of$60,453.65; Group Insurance Fund (502), in the amount of$325,883.95; Risk
Management Fund (503), in the amount of$55,263.07; Fleet Management Fund (504), in the
amount of$116,413.31.
Board approved the following Fines & Forfeiture:
FINES & FORFEITURES
Court Reporter Services, Amy Landry Reporting, in the amount of $494.25; Associated
Court Reporters, in the amount of$2,548.75; Barbara 1. Grant, in the amount of$I,036.25;
Catherine H. Webster AKA Cathy Webster, in the amount of$I,060.00; Court Reporters of Key
West, in the amount of$311.00; Fred W. Jeske, in the amount of$55.00; Martin B. Leshaw, in
the amount of$102.50; Monroe County Court Reporting, in the amount of$50.00; Pleasanton
Greenhill & Assoc, in the amount of$346.30; Suzanne Ex dba All Keys Reporting, in the amount
of$l, 165.25; Veritext LLC, in the amount of$90.00; Court Interpreter, Alex Diaz, in the
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amount of$895.46; Claudia M. Hancock, in the amount of$45.00; Estrella Garcia, in the amount
of$247.50; Jacob Zucker, in the amount of$25.00; Mario Baldatti, in the amount of$163.58;
Marketa Trnka, in the amount of$25.00; Martha Hernandez, in the amount of$135.00; Sandra E.
Lam, in the amount of$225.00; Sergio Alvarez, in the amount of$45.00. Witness Coordination,
Witness Payroll, in the amount of$195.00; Witness Travel & Per Diem, in the amount of
$529.96. Court Appointed Attorney Fees - Conflict, John P. Rotolo PA Inc., in the amount of
$807.50; Rayme Suarez, in the amount of$7,800.00. Other Services Circuit, Stephanie
Fleming, in the amount $309.71. Miscellaneous Expenses, State of Florida, in the amount of
$439.65.
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT EXPENDITURES
Board granted approval of the following Tourist Development Council Expenditures for
the month of July 2003: Advertising, in the amount of$859,838.10; Bricks & Mortar Projects,
in the amount of$125,778.58; Visitor Information Services, in the amount of $69,499.98;
Events, in the amount of$204,199.48; Office Supplies & Oper Costs, in the amount of
$87,823.62; Personal Services, in the amount of$131,625.10; Public Relations, in the amount
of$125,050.97; Sales & Marketing, in the amount of$64,353.89; Telephone & Utilities, in the
amount of$8,845.36; Travel, in the amount of$6,496.78.
Board granted official approval of the Board of County Commissioners minutes from the
Regular Meeting of June 18, 2003, and Industrial Development Authority Minutes of June 18,
2003 (previously distributed).
Board granted approval for the County Attorney and County Clerk to negotiate a
Contract for audit services with the selected firms according to the provisions ofF.S. 218.391 to
be brought back to the Board for final approval.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Grant Agreement between Monroe
County and the Rural Health Network, Inc. for $15,000 to assist in conducting an actuarial study
related to the feasibility of establishing a health insurance trust fund.
COUNTY ATTORNEY
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to Agreement
between Monroe County and the Upper Keys Community Pool, Inc. in order to correct a
typographical error referring to a DEP Grant number, and provide for UKCP to submit
reimbursement documentation directly to DEP, in addition to documentation already required to
be submitted to the Finance Department.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a code enforcement lien Settlement
Agreement concerning Monroe County, Florida v. Richard M. Osborne, Case No. L8 99454.
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of a code enforcement lien Settlement
Agreement concerning Monroe County, Florida v. Manuel Vazquez and Pedro Fiallo, Case No.
U501-142.
Board granted approval to institute foreclosure and collection proceedings and for
authority to settle 5 code enforcement lien cases, and to engage in outside counsel, if necessary.
Board granted approval to advertise an Ordinance amending Sec. 6-56(19) Monroe
County Code, by adding a sub classification 19a establishing a Landscaping curb contractor
category; Providing for Severability; Providing for the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent
herewith; Providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and Providing
an effective date.
Board granted approval to advertise a Request for Qualifications to provide Misdemeanor
Probation Services and DUI Services.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Agreement for Construction of
Fire Protection and Emergency Medical and Emergency Rescue Services Facility, and for
providing Fire Protection, Emergency Medical, and Emergency Rescue Services for Ocean Reef
Volunteer Firefighters.
Board granted approval to seek attorney's fees from any and all sources as a result of
dismissal ofD & J Industries, Inc. v. Monroe County, Case No. CA P 03-543.
Motion carried unanimously, with Commissioner Rice abstaining.
Motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Nelson to
remove from the above bulk motion Agenda item U5 concerning approval to institute foreclosure
and collection proceedings and for authority to settle 5 code enforcement lien cases, and to
engage in outside counsel, if necessary. Motion carried unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS BULK APPROVALS
Social Services Director, Louis LaTorre addressed the Board. Motion was made by
Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Nelson to deny approval of Contract No.
#XQ007 between Monroe County and the State of Florida Department of Elder Affairs, SCSEP
PY July 1, 2003 through June 30,2004. Motion carried unanimously.
AIRPORTS
Key West Airport Manager, Peter Horton updated the Board concerning the runway
paving project and FAA grants.
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DMSION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Scott Black, representing the District School Board of Monroe County, and County
Attorney Richard Collins addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner McCoy and
seconded by Commissioner Neugent granting approval of the rescission of the Interlocal
Agreement dated July 15, 2002, and approved a revised draft Intergovernmental Agreement for
Public School Facility Planning in Monroe County in accordance with Section 1., Subsection (1)
of Section 163.3174 of the Florida Statutes. Motion carried unanimously.
Growth Management Director Tim McGarry reported to the Board that his Staff was
continuing work on the Annual Comp Plan Assessment which is to be provided to the Governor
and Cabinet. The Board agreed for Commissioner Nelson, as the Land Use Liaison, to travel to
Tallahassee at that time.
DMSION OF MANAGEMENT SERVICES
The following individuals addressed the Board concerning recommendations of the
Human Services Advisory Board (HSAB) for County Fiscal Year 2004: Alexsandra Leet,
representing the Human Services Advisory Board; Barbara Fike, representing Caring Friends for
Seniors; Steve Miller and Scott Wade, representing the Big Pine Athletic Association; and Elvira
Leet, representing Samuel's House. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Nelson
and seconded by Mayor Spehar to accept the recommendations of the HSAB. During discussion,
the motion was amended by the maker to reduce all allocations by 1 %. The Board then
continued this item to later in the day.
COUNTY ATTORNEY
Charles Sexton, representing First Baptist Church of Big Pine addressed the Board.
Assistant County Attorney Robert Shillinger, and County Attorney Richard Collins also addressed
the Board. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner McCoy and seconded by
Commissioner Nelson to dismiss Case No. MI2-0I-326/Big Pine Baptist Church. Roll call vote
was unanimous. Motion was made by Commissioner Nelson and seconded by Commissioner Rice
granting approval to institute foreclosure and collection proceedings, settlement, and engage in
outside counsel if necessary, on the remaining cases. Roll call vote was unanimous.
DMSION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT
The Board accepted the Growth Management Litigation Report dated August 15,2003,
from Attorney Karen Cabanas of the firm Morgan & Hendrick.
Jill Patterson, and Jody Thomas, representing the Nature Conservancy addressed the
Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Neugent to
adopt the following Resolution to designate Conservation and Natural Areas for future public
acquisition and protection and direct staff to prepare amendments to the Land Development
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Regulations to remedy conflicts in ROGOINROGO system with protection of significant upland
habitat. Roll call vote was unanimous. Mr. McGarry addressed the Board.
RESOLUTION NO. 346-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Commissioner Neugent discussed his item concerning a request to proceed with a review,
appraisal and acquisition of what is presently known as the D&J Industries Building located on
Big Pine Key. The facility would serve all of Monroe County as both Pre&Post Disaster
collection and service center. And also as a facility that, as a daily operation, will manufacturer
DCA approved modular housing for truly affordable housing at no impact to ad valorem taxes,
and will address the needs of the low-low and low income residents by replacing sub-standard
housing as the need presents itself. The following individuals addressed the Board: Miles
Anderson, representing the Division of Emergency Management - Recovery & Mitigation; Jay
Marzella, representing Habitat for Humanity; Mike Puto, Mr. Collins, Mr. Roberts, and Bill
Lowey, representing Habitat for Humanity. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner
Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Nelson to request the Land Authority to look into the
acquisition of the property and report back to the Board in September, 2003. Roll call vote was
unarumous.
Commissioner Neugent discussed the drafted ordinance in the Analytica Report. Mr.
McGarry addressed the Board.
W ASTEW A TER ISSUES
The Board discussed the Staff Update Report (#08-03) on Wastewater Master Plan
Implementation Issues. The following individuals addressed the Board: Van Cadenhead, Kim
Wigington, Mr. Roberts, Mr. Collins, and Clerk of Court Danny Kolhage.
Commissioner McCoy discussed his item concerning approval of a Memorandum of
Understanding between Monroe County and the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority in reference to
Key West Resort Utilities performing the engineering/survey for the Rockland, Big Coppitt and
Geiger Key wastewater projects and authorization for the Mayor to execute same. Jim Reynolds,
Executive Director of the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority addressed the Board. No action was
taken by the Board.
DIVISION OF MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Commissioner Rice abstained from voting on the following item:
Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Nelson
granting approval of the recommendations of the Human Services Advisory Board (HSAB) for
County Fiscal Year 2004: Center/Lower Keys, in the amount of$193,035; Guidance
Clinic/Middle Keys, in the amount of$321,267; Guidance Clinic/Upper Keys, in the amount of
$91,935; Hospice, in the amount of$39,559; Rural Health Net Healthy Kids Outreach, in the
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amount of$34,614; Womankind, in the amount of $24,724; American Red Cross, in the amount
of $24,724; Catholic Charities, in the amount of$19,135; Domestic Abuse Shelter, in the amount
of $28,702; Florida Keys Children's Shelter, in the amount of $98,897; Florida Keys Outreach
Coalition, in the amount of$19,708; Heron/Peacock, in the amount of$39,559; MARC, in the
amount of$47,836; PACE Center for Girls, in the amount of $22,746; Samuel's House, in the
amount of$37,581; Wesley House, in the amount of$91,657; Big Brothers/Big Sisters, in the
amount of $21,164; Big Pine Athletic Association, in the amount of $40,000; Boys & Girls Club,
in the amount of $29,669; Caring Friends for Seniors, in the amount of$10,000; Heart of the
Keys Youth Recreation, in the amount of $29,669; Helpline, in the amount of$14,835; Just for
Kids, in the amount of $4,945; Literacy Volunteers, in the amount of$6,132; and YMCA Upper
Keys, in the amount of$12,857. Roll call vote was unanimous, with Commissioner Rice
abstaining.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
Mayor Spehar discussed her item concerning status of the RFP process for the Monroe
County Health Benefits package. Mr. Roberts addressed the Board.
Mayor Spehar discussed her item concerning a County-wide Health and Human Service
Special Taxing District, which would be established for non-profit funding and health insurance
subsidy, once the County-wide health insurance trust fund is created. It is recommended that this
taxing district have an advisory board appointed by the municipalities and unincorporated Monroe
County. The following individuals addressed the Board: Elmira Leto, representing Samuel's
House, and Joseph Barker, representing the Wesley House Family Services. The Board directed
Mayor Spehar to begin dialogue on this matter.
Commissioner Neugent discussed his item concerning Howard Gelbman establishing a
dedicated Children's Memorial Tree Garden in approved County parks. Mr. Gelbman made a
presentation to the Board. Bill Langstaff addressed the Board. The Board then selected
Commissioner Neugent to work with the group on this matter.
Commissioner Rice discussed his item concerning a Report by Michael Davis of Keith and
Schnars regarding recent progress concerning the Programmatic Regulations for the
Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Program (CERP). Michael Davis made a presentation to
the Board.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of a Resolution renouncing and
disclaiming any right of the County and the public in and to a portion of LaPaloma Road, Winston
Waterways Subdivision, Key Largo. The Board accepted public input with the following
individual addressing the Board: Alan Norman. Motion was made by Commissioner Nelson and
seconded by Commissioner Rice to adopt the following Resolution. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 347-2003
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Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance amending Sec. 13.5-5(d),
Monroe County Code, in order to amend the park hours of the Key Largo Community Park;
Providing for Severability; Providing for the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith;
Providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and Providing an
effective date. The Board accepted public input with the following individual addressing the
Board: Glenn Patton. Motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner
Nelson to adopt the following Ordinance. Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 032-2003
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance amending Chapter 5.5
Monroe County Code (Boats, Docks, and Waterways) to modify the boundary or the Whale
Harbor Combustion Vessel Exclusion Zone, Sec. 5.5-108 (c) (4); 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. The Board accepted
public input with the following individual addressing the Board: H.T. Pontin. Motion was made
by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Rice to adopt the following
Ordinance. Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 033-2003
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
A Public Hearing was held to consider an Administrative Relief application filed by Mr.
and Mrs. William Cobey for Lot 38, Block 3, of Buccaneer Point, Key Largo. Mr. McGarry,
Monroe County Land Authority Director, Mark Rosch and Mr. Collins addressed the Board. The
Board accepted public input with the following individual addressing the Board: Andy Tobin,
representing the applicant. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and
seconded by Mayor Spehar to adopt the following Resolution approving, with conditions, the
request for Administrative Relief in the form of a ROGO Allocation made by William Cobey on
the lot described as Block 3, Lot 38, Buccaneer Point, Key Largo, Real Estate No.
00496131-008200. Roll call vote was unanimous.
RESOLUTION NO. 348-2003
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
Commissioner Rice discussed his item concerning approval for the appointment ofLynn
Mapes to the Planning Commission for the District 4 seat. The following individuals addressed
the Board: Fred Nickerson, Barry Patterson, representing the Smart Planning & Growth
Coalition; Larry Sullivan, Sherry Phillips, Glenn Patton, representing the Key Largo Federation of
Homeowner's Associations, and Debbie Harrison, representing the World Wildlife Fund. After
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discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Neugent to
appoint Lynn Mapes to the Planning Commission for the District 4 seat. Roll call vote was
unammous.
Commissioner Nelson discussed his item concerning the problem created by Sec. 9-5-427,
Monroe County Code, which establishes a clear sight triangle 20' setback from local streets and
requesting that the Planning Commission make appropriate recommendations to correct the
problem so that the needs of residents and fence contractors are met. The following individuals
addressed the Board: Richard Dunton, representing Down East Gate Systems; Ronnie Williams,
representing Ronnie's Fence Company; Ray Pino, Vicki D. Matthews, representing Monroe
County Fence Company; and Joyce Ellis, representing Ellis Aluminum. After discussion, motion
was made by Commissioner Nelson and seconded by Commissioner Neugent to refer the item to
the Planning Commission for a comprehensive review and report back to the Board with
recommendations, expeditiously. Motion carried unanimously.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Mr. Roberts addressed the Board. Hal Canary, representing Public Financial Management
made a presentation to the Board concerning a Debt Capacity Report from Public Financial
Management, the County's financial advisor and action by the Board of County Commissioners,
as appropriate. The following individuals addressed the Board: Debra Harrison, representing the
World Wildlife Fund, and Jody Thomas, representing The Nature Conservancy. No official action
was taken by the Board.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A Public Hearing was held to adopt an Ordinance amending Sections 9.5-316.1 through
9.5-318 and creating Section 9.5-319, Monroe County Code (Floodplain management
regulations). (This item is requested to be continued). There was no public input. Motion was
made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Nelson to continue to the October
15,2003 meeting of the Board. Motion carried unanimously.
A Public Hearing was held to adopt an Ordinance deleting Sec. 9.5-523, (Variance);
Creating a new Sec. 9.5-523 (Administrative Variances granted by the Planning Director);
Creating a new Sec. 9.5-524, (Variances granted by the Planning Commission); and creating a
new Sec. 9.5-282, (Residential Dwelling Permits and Bulk Regulations) of the Monroe County
Code; Providing for Severability; Providing for the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith;
Providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; 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
individuals addressing the Board: Barry Patterson, representing the Smart Planning & Growth
Coalition; and Michelle Wisniewski, representing the Florida Keys Council for People with
Disabilities. Motion was made by Commissioner McCoy and seconded by Commissioner Nelson
to adopt the following Ordinance. Motion carried unanimously.
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ORDINANCE NO. 034-2003
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance designating Conservation
and Natural Areas; Adopting Interim Development Regulations deferring ROGO and NROGO
allocations (Art. IV, Div. 1.5, Land Development Regulations) in Conservation and Natural Areas
until program mandated by Rule 28-20.100, F.A.c. are adopted and become effective or thirty
Land Development Regulations and Comprehensive Plan Amendments implementing the work
months, whichever comes first. The Board accepted public input with the following individuals
addressing the Board: H. T. Pontin, Glenn Patton, representing the Key Largo Federation of
Homeowners Associations; Rebecca Jetton, representing the Department of Community Affairs;
George Wilson, Nicholas W. Mulick, James Mattson, representing Lloyd K. Johnson; Jill
Patterson, Charles Causey, and Debra Harrison, representing the World Wildlife Fund. Motion
was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Neugent to adopt the following
Ordinance. Roll call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Nelson No
Commissioner Neugent Yes
Commissioner Rice Yes
Commissioner McCoy No
Mayor Spehar No
Motion failed. Mr. McGarry addressed the Board.
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance amending Sections
9.5-111 through 9.5-118 of the Monroe County Code. There was no public input. The request
by the Planning Department for a Text Amendment has been continued and not acted upon by the
Planning Commission. Therefore, staff requests that this item be tabled. The staff will
re-advertise the Public Hearing when the Planning Commission has made its recommendation.
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance to consider a Future
Land Use Map Amendment proposed by Sam Stoia. The request is for a Future Land Use Map
Amendment from Residential Low (RL) to Mixed Use Commercial (MC) and a Land Use District
Map Amendent from Suburban Residential (SR) to Suburban Commercial (SC) for property
described as Section 5/6, Township 62, Range 39, Southernmost 100 Ft Lot 7, Key Largo,
Florida, approximately mile marker 97.9, as depicted on Map # 1. There was no public input. The
request by Sam Stoia for a Future Land Use Map Amendment and a Land Use District Map
Amendment has not been acted upon by the Planning Commission. Therefore, staff requests the
items be tabled. The staffwill re-advertise the Public Hearing when the Planning Commission has
made its recommendation.
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance to consider a Future
Land Use Map Amendment and a Zoning Map Amendment proposed by the Key Largo Ocean
Resorts Co-op, Inc. The request is from Mixed Use Commercial (MC) to Residential High (RH)
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and a Zoning Map Amendment from Recreational Vehicle (RV) and Improved Subdivision (IS) to
Urban Residential Mobile Home District (URM) for property legally described as Portions of
Sections, 13 and 14, Township 62 South, Range 38 East, Key Largo, Florida, approximate mile
marker 95, as depicted on Map #2. There was no public input. The request by Key Largo Ocean
Resorts for a Future Land Use Map Amendment and a Land Use District Map Amendment has
and not been acted upon by the Planning Commission. Therefore, staff requests that the items be
tabled. The staffwill re-advertise the Public Hearing when the Planning Commission has made its
recommendation.
Mr. McGarry addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and
seconded by Commissioner McCoy to table the above Public Hearings. Motion carried
unanimously.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Rice to
continue to the next Marathon meeting the discussion concerning a toll discount for reoccurring
users and those employed by Ocean Reef going by way of the Toll Booth on Card Sound Road.
Motion carried unanimously.
Commissioner Rice discussed his item conceptually to consider a trauma patient health
care system for the Middle and Lower Keys, and obtain a formalized agreement with Ryder
Trauma Center to enhance trauma care in the remainder of Monroe County in a manner similar to
the services provided in the Upper Keys. With the Board's direction, an informal study group
could be formed to ascertain the local interest, and outline the issues to be addressed in the
development process. Glenn Patton addressed the Board. The Board took no official action.
COUNTY CLERK
Clerk of Court Danny L. Kolhage discussed his item concerning the appointment of a
County Commissioner to represent the Board on the Audit Selection Committee. Mayor Spehar
was selected as the Board's representative.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Mr. Roberts discussed a memorandum sent to the Board from State Representative Ken
Sorenson stating any legislative issues the Board may have for the next session, they should be
sent to his office prior to September 1, 2003.
Mr. Roberts addressed the Board concerning approval of a County Commission
representative to participate in a joint meeting of the House Committee for Natural Resources and
the House Committee for Local Government on September 11 and 12, 2003. Commissioner
Nelson was selected as the Board's representative.
There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned.
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Danny L. Kolhage, Clerk
and ex-officio Clerk to the Board
of County Commissioners
Monroe County, Florida
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