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11/19/2003 Regular/Organizational 2003/275 MINUTES OF THE MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Organizational/Regular Meeting Board of County Commissioners Wednesday, November 19, 2003 Key Largo, Florida An Organization/Regular Meeting of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners convened at 9:00 A.M., on the above date at the Key Largo Library, Present and answering to roll call were Commissioner Charles "Sonny" McCoy, Commissioner Murray Nelson, Commissioner George Neugent, Commissioner David P. Rice, and Mayor Dixie Spehar, Also present were Danny L. Kolhage, Clerk; Isabel C. DeSantis, Deputy Clerk; James Roberts, County Administrator; Richard Collins, County Attorney; County Staff, members of the press and radio; and the general public. All stood for the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. ORGANIZA TIONAL MEETING The Board proceeded to the selection of the Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of the Commission, Motion was made by Commissioner McCoy and seconded by Mayor Spehar to nominate Commissioner Nelson as Mayor and Commissioner Rice as Mayor Pro-Tern, Commissioner Neugent requested nominations be closed, Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Neugent to adopt the following Resolution designating Commissioner Nelson as Mayor/Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida, and Commissioner Rice as Mayor Pro Tern of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida, Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 472-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Rice authorizing the Mayor and Clerk of the Board to sign all warrants, legal documents and any other necessary papers and documents; and that the presently authorized signatures validating County checks are hereby continued for sixty days from this date in order to meet payroll and other necessary obligations. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 473-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, 11/19/2003 2003/276 ADDITIONS, CORRECTIONS, DELETIONS Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Rice granting approval of the Additions, Corrections, and Deletions to the Agenda, Motion carried unanimously. COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS Mayor Nelson recognized the achievements of the late John C, Stormont as a member of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners from November 1984 to November 1992, and Mayor from November 1989 to November 1990, and proclaiming the 19th day of November, 2003 as John C. Stormont Recognition Day. PRESENTATION OF AWARDS Presentation of Employee of the Month Award for September, 2003, to Jesse Elder, Toll Collector, Card Sound Toll Authority, Public Works Division. Mayor's Proclamation proclaiming November, 2003 as National Adoption Month, and November 22,2003 as National Adoption Day. Mayor's Proclamation proclaiming May 24th, 2004 as Aviation Maintenance Technician Day. Mayor's Proclamation proclaiming November as National Epilepsy Awareness Month, BULK APPROVALS Motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Neugent granting approval of the following items by unanimous consent: Board granted approval for County Administrator to sign "Guided Portfolio Services Program Plan Service Agreement", with V alic Financial Advisors, Inc. Board adopted the following Resolutions concerning Transfer of Funds and Receipt of Unanticipated Revenue: Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.1), RESOLUTION NO. 474-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Amending Resolution No, 375-2003 (OMB Schedule Item No.2), 11/19/2003 RESOLUTION NO. 475-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.3). RESOLUTION NO. 476-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No, 4), RESOLUTION NO. 477-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No, 5). RESOLUTION NO. 478-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No, 6), RESOLUTION NO. 479-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No.7). RESOLUTION NO. 480-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No, 8). RESOLUTION NO. 481-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No, 9), RESOLUTION NO. 482-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No, 10). RESOLUTION NO. 483-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 11), 2003/277 11/19/2003 ~ RESOLUTION NO. 484-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No, 12). RESOLUTION NO. 485-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 13). RESOLUTION NO. 486-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 14). RESOLUTION NO. 487-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 15), RESOLUTION NO. 488-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No, 16). RESOLUTION NO. 489-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 17). RESOLUTION NO. 490-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 18). RESOLUTION NO. 491-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 19). RESOLUTION NO. 492-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 20). 2003/278 11/19/2003 RESOLUTION NO. 493-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Transfer of Funds (o.M8 Schedule Item No. 21), RESOLUTION NO. 494-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 22). RESOLUTION NO. 495-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 23). RESOLUTION NO. 496-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No, 24). RESOLUTION NO. 497-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No, 25). RESOLUTION NO. 498-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No, 26). RESOLUTION NO. 499-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 27). RESOLUTION NO. 500-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 28). RESOLUTION NO. 501-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 29). 2003/279 11/19/2003 2003/280 RESOLUTION NO. 502-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 30), RESOLUTION NO. 503-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No, 31), RESOLUTION NO. 504-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 32), RESOLUTION NO. 505-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Amending Resolution No, 417-2003 (OMB Schedule Item No, 33). RESOLUTION NO. 506-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 34). RESOLUTION NO. 507-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 35). RESOLUTION NO. 508-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (Schedule Item No, 36). RESOLUTION NO. 509-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval to spend Countywide Library Impact Fees to purchase books, reference materials, etc, for the library system. Board granted approval to solicit bids for All Risk Property Insurance to cover county buildings, communication towers, contractor's equipment. 11/19/2003 2003/281 Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Supplemental Lease Agreement No.1, to Lease No. GS-04B-42843, between Monroe County and the United States Government for Transportation Security Administration office space at the Key West International Airport. Board granted approval for Aerohio Skydiving Center to hold a skydiving event at the Florida Keys Marathon Airport on January 31 - February 3,2004, contingent upon meeting all requirements. Board granted approval and authorized execution ofa Vegetative Waste and Hurricane Debris Lease Agreement between Monroe County and Michael X. Bergin for the purpose of temporary storage of disaster debris. Board granted approval to remove surplus equipment from inventory via advertising for bid, salvage and disposal. Said list is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted acceptance of the Monroe County, Florida Volunteer Firefighter and Emergency Medical Services Length of Service Award Plan, Actuarial Report, dated January 1, 2003, prepared by Glenn F. Mouton, on behalf of Mouton & Company, Inc, Board adopted the following Resolution authorizing each participant in the Length of Service Awards Program (LOSAP) to be credited with an additional year of service. RESOLUTION NO. 510-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Board granted approval and authorized execution of the Community Training Center Agreement between Monroe County and the American Heath Association, Inc, to provide and manage the training for emergency cardiovascular care under the guidelines and curriculum of the American Heart Association, for a two year period beginning December 1, 2003 and ending November 30,2005. Board granted approval to submit Grant Applications to the Florida Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, to fund EMS related equipment and to have the applications signed by the proper County authorities. Board granted approval for the Key Largo, Marathon, and Key West Branch Libraries to close at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 24,2003, and Wednesday, December 31,2003, Board granted approval of the Monroe County Public Library Annual Plan of Service 2004, submitted by Norma Kula, Director of Libraries, dated October 28,2003. Board granted approval and authorized execution of the Nutrition Services Incentive Program (formerly USDA) 2003-2004 Contract No. US-451 between the Alliance for Aging and the Monroe County Nutrition Program for meals provided to older adult clients over 60 years old in the County who receive meals at the Congregate Nutrition Sites or home-delivered meals. 11/19/2003 2003/282 Board granted approval to award Public Works surplus equipment, excluding items #3, #5, #12, #15, and #17 (County unit number 0901-025,0901-184,0946-011, 1817-002 and 0903- 656) as described in Recap of Bid Opening. Said list is incorporated herein by reference, Board granted approval to accept offer from Toppino's, Inc, for sale of the Road Department's surplus roller, County unit number 0946/011 for the total amount of$l,OOO rather than pay a salvage contractor for disposal. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Amendment between Monroe County and Tropical Sailboats, Inc, to correct the term of the Lease Agreement for beach and chair rentals, Higgs Beach. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Residential Lease for Law Enforcement Officer between Monroe County and Deputy Sever Hustad, to Lease the trailer at Harry Harris Park for an amount of rent totaling $425.00 per month. Board granted approval to award bid and authorized execution of a Contract between Monroe County and Miller Mechanical, Inc. for the Central Air Conditioning Maintenance and Repairs for the Middle Keys Facilities, Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Amendment between Monroe County and Sub Zero, Inc, to include AlC maintenance and repair services to the Monroe County Juvenile Justice Center on Stock Island, Board granted approval of a Renewal Agreement between Monroe County and Irwin S, Morse, M.D, d/b/a Town Square Mall for office space for the Drug Court Counselor in Marathon. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Lease Agreement between Monroe County and Indian Waterways Village LLP for office space for the Upper Keys Public Defender. Board granted approval to terminate Contract with American Water Services Operation & Maintenance, Inc., and granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract between Monroe County and Synagro Southeast, Inc. for the operation and maintenance of the sewage plant at the Plantation Key Government Complex. Board granted approval of the montWy report on Change Orders reviewed by the County Administrator, Board granted approval of low bid and granted authorization to issue a Purchase Order to USA Power Systems, Inc. for a 600kw generator system for the PK Sheriff's Substation and Public Defender's Office. 11/19/2003 2003/283 Board granted approval to award bid and authorized execution of a Standard Form of Agreement between Monroe County and A. Herrmann Associates, Inc. d/b/a Associates Roofing, for the Marathon Animal Shelter Re-Roofing Project. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Standard Form of Agreement between Monroe County and Wind-Tech Products, Inc. to replace windows at the Gato Building, and adopted the following Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds, pending approval from FEMA, State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) and the County Attorney, RESOLUTION NO. 511-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Board granted approval for Christine Dunn, Librarian, to apply for 3M/NMRT Professional Development Grant Application and to submit appropriate documentation. TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL Board adopted the following Resolution Transferring Funds, RESOLUTION NO. 512-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Addendum to Agreement between Monroe County and c.B. Schmitt Real Estate Co., Inc, Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Destination Events Agreement between Monroe County and the Gay and Lesbian Community Center covering Pridefest 2004 on June 5-13, 2004 in an amount not to exceed $25,000, DAC I, FY 2004 Third Penny Event Resources. Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to Agreement between Monroe County and Islamorada Chamber of Commerce to revise the date of the Columbus Day 10K Getaway for 2003. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Destination Events Agreement between Monroe County and Hog's Breath Saloon of Key West, Inc, covering the Key West Songwriters' Festival on May 12-15, 2004 in an amount not to exceed $6,227, DAC I, FY 2004 Third Penny Event Resources. Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to Agreement between Monroe County and Key West Investment Syndicate, Inc. to revise the name of their event to take place on November 19-21,2003 from APBA Offshore Worlds Billfish Tournament to Offshore Worlds Billfish Tournament. 11/19/2003 2003/284 Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Destination Events Agreement between Monroe County and Womenfest, Inc, covering Womenfest 2004 on September 7-12, 2004 in an amount not to exceed $6,228, DAC I, FY 2004 Event Resources. DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Grant of Conservation Easement between Monroe County and Tradewinds Hammocks Ltd. owning all of Tract E, RE number: 00454611-000500, and Tradewinds Hammock II LLC owning Lots 1-4 and approximately 70 feet of the easterly portion of Lot 5, Block 4 Industrial Acres Subdivision, Monroe County RE numbers: 0045550-000000,00455560-000000,00455570-000000,00455580-000000, and 00455590-000000, Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Grant of Conservation Easement between Monroe County and Excalibur 2000, Inc, - Mita M. Burke, President for Lot 13, Block 6 and a part of Tract B, Harbor Course South Section 2, Ocean Reef Plat #17, RE #00573700-0013 00. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Grant of Conservation Easement between Monroe County and Gerald L. Johnson for Lot 11 & 12, Block 7, Anglers Park, Monroe County, RE # 00552130-000000 and RE #00552140-000000. Board granted approval for the transfer of two buildable lots from Charles R. & Regina M. Robinson to Monroe County by Warranty Deeds for properties described as Lot 1, Block 6, Windward Beach Estates, Little Torch Key, and Lot 26, Block 1, Ramrod Shores Marina Section, Ramrod Key, Permit No. 03-1-1231. The applicants are receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the year ending July 13, 2003, have filed the document in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999. Board granted approval and authorized execution of Public Transportation Joint Participation Agreement No, ANC96 between Monroe County and the Department of Transportation providing $160,000,00 of the total project cost of $200,000,00 to complete the Florida Keys Scenic Highway Interpretive/Master Plan, Board granted approval to advertise Request for Proposal for the Florida Keys Scenic Highway Interpretive/Master Plan, review and rank proposals, and recommend a firm to the Board of County Commissioners. Board granted approval for Year 12 NROGO Annual Allocation of 10,700 square feet to be made available in two allocations: the first allocation of 5,350 square feet would be in January 2004, and the remainder to be held in reserve for the second allocation period of July 2004. Board granted approval for the Growth Management Division to solicit a Request for Proposals (RFP) to hire consultant firm( s) to prepare, in coordination with staff, the Livable CommuniKeys Master Plan for the Key Largo area, 11/19/2003 2003/285 Board granted approval to submit a Grant Application to receive Clean Vessel Act (CV A) funds through the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission to assist in reducing the operating costs of marine facilities that have received CV A construction grants for boat waste pump-out facilities, Board granted approval to rescind the REEF Contract approved by the Board on May 21, 2003 as Agenda Item M23, and replacing it with the correct version of the Contract in the amount of $40,000.00. Board granted approval of the transfer of two buildable lots from Ralph DePalma and Barbara Weikel to Monroe County by Warranty Deed for properties described as Lot 9, Block 17, Buccaneer Beach Estates, Pieces of Eight Key, and Lot 2, Block 20, Buccaneer Beach Estates, Pieces of Eight Key, Permit No, 03-1-1038, The applicants are receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the year ending July 13, 2003, have filed the document in accordance with Ordinance No, 47-1999, Board granted approval of a bid award to Keys Landscaping for the Big Pine Key Plant Restoration Project. Board adopted the following Resolution rescinding Resolution No, 347-1999 regarding County Policy for windload and floodplain construction design standards for new buildings owned by and constructed for use by Monroe County. RESOLUTION NO. 513-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Board adopted the following Resolution revising the effective date for inspections required under Section 9,5-319, Monroe County Code, from January I, 2004, to April I, 2004, RESOLUTION NO. 514-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT Board granted approval of disposition of inventory items for the month of November 2003, Said list is incorporated herein by reference, MONROE COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY Board adopted the following Resolution amending the Community Development Block Grant, Housing Assistance Plan. RESOLUTION NO. 515-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. 11/19/2003 2003/286 MONROE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Memorandum of Agreement between Monroe County and the Florida Department of Health - Monroe County Health Department to lease space for the Health Care Center located at DePoo Hospital and related Commercial Lease Agreement - DePoo Hospital between Monroe County and Key West HMA d/b/a Lower Keys Medical Center regarding lease payments, Lease is for a 2-year term with multiple one-year renewal options. MONROE COUNTY COURT ADMINISTRATOR Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Grant-In-Aid Agreement for Child Dependency between Monroe County and the Justice Administrative Commission for County to use monies ($40,028.40) provided under the Agreement to assist in the payment of costs incurred for Dependency Counsel. COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS Board adopted the following Resolution urging the legislature to enact laws to provide immunity for local governmental efforts to provide solutions to the growing problem of homelessness, RESOLUTION NO. 516-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Board granted approval of Commissioner Neugent's item concerning an invitation that is extended to the Board of County Commissioners to attend the Annual Joint Meeting of the Library Board/Friends of Library Groups, to take place in the BOCC room of the Marathon Government Center. The meeting is scheduled for March 23,2004 at 10:30 a,m. Board granted approval of Commissioner Neugent's item for approval from the Board of County Commissioners for the inclusion of the following wordage in the "TERMS" selection of the Monroe County Ship Program Home Buyer Assistance - Overview. This provides that, should the property be sold or transferred prior to the end of the thirty (30) year term, the amount due shall be determined by calculating the sum of the principal balance of the original SHIP loan plus 50% of the appreciated value excluding recipients of homes provided by Habitat for Humanity. Board adopted the following Resolution recognizing the achievements of the late John C, Stormont as a member of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners from November 1984 to November 1992, and Mayor from November 1989 to November 1990, and proclaiming the 19th day of November, 2003 as John C. Stormont recognition day. RESOLUTION NO. 517-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. 11/19/2003 2003/287 Board granted approval of the petition of Right-of-Way Abandonment Permit for construction of replacement of North Key Largo Volunteer Fire Rescue Station, Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Subordination Agreement between Monroe County and Neighborhood Lending Partners of South Florida, Inc. for the proposed Monroe County State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program loan in support of Meridian West, 102 units of affordable housing, Board granted approval of recommendation and support for the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) to individually e-mail Governor Jeb Bush and jointly approve a letter signed by the Mayor on behalf of the BOCC, the first advocacy steps to support the 16th Judicial Circuit Jevenile Justice Board's position on concerns and desires for the upcoming 2004-05 Budget Year in reference to a continuum of services. COUNTY CLERK Board granted approval of the following Warrants (205992-206170 & 90900-92124): General Fund (001), in the amount of$1,419,297.67; Sup to General Revenue (002), in the amount of$24,813,37; Fine & Forfeiture Fund (101), in the amount of$5,316,250.41; Road and Bridge Fund (102), in the amount of $72,905.06; Law Library Fund (103), in the amount of$2,338.25; TDC District Two Penny (115), in the amount of $262,328.43; TDC Admin. & Promo 2 Cent (116), in the amount of$301,881.67; TDC District 1,3 Cent (117), in the amount of$174,786,87; TDC District 2, 3 Cent (118), in the amount of$41,995.13; TDC District 3, 3 Cent (119), in the amount of$23,881.03; TDC District 4, 3 Cent (120), in the amount of$6,198,53; TDC District 5, 3 Cent (121), in the amount of$19,862,75; Gov. Fund Type Grants (125), in the amount of$433,357.92; Impact Fees Libraries (132), in the amount of$4,132.21; Fire & Amb Dist 1 L&M Keys (141), in the amount of$96,698.53; Upper Keys Health Care (144), in the amount of$2,908.78; Fire & Amb Dist 6 Key Largo (146), in the amount of$27,423.12; Uninc Svc Dist Parks&Rec (147), in the amount of$33,384.44; Plan, Build, Zoning (148), in the amount of$140,032,ll; Municipal Policing (149), in the amount of $320,103,32; 911 Enhancement Fee (150), in the amount of$23,117.58; Duck Key Security (152), in the amount of$10,700.80; Local Housing Assistance (153), in the amount $1,653,80; Boating Improvement Fund (157), in the amount of$21,000.00; Misc. Special Revenue Fund (158), in the amount of$16,792.99; Law Enforcement Trust (162), in the amount of $52,794.84; Clerk's Revenue Bonds (207), in the amount of$2,374,59; 1 Cent Infra Surtax (304), in the amount of$160,825,02; 2003 Revenue Bonds (307), in the amount of$708.08; Card Sound Bridge (401), in the amount of$23,386.20; Marathon Airport (403), in the amount of$250,892.17; Key West Inti. Airport (404), in the amount of$1,351,431.02; MSD Solid Waste (414), in the amount of$1,349,023,14; Worker's Compensation (501), in the amount of$254,711.94; Group Insurance Fund (502), in the amount of$71,434,86; Risk Management Fund (503), in the amount of $26,739,77; Fleet Management Fund (504), in the amount of$101,362.48; Various Funds, in the amount of$1,326,775.25. 11/19/2003 2003/288 Board granted approval of the following Fine & Forfeiture Expenditures: Court Reporter Services, Amy Landry Reporting, in the amount of$350.00; Associated Court Reporters, in the amount of$3,739,25; Castillo & Castillo Court Reporting, in the amount of$265.50; Catherine H Webster aka Cathy Webster, in the amount of$159.50; Court Reporters of Key West, in the amount of$235.00; Monroe County Court Reporting, in the amount of $1,242,00; Suzanne Ex dba All Keys Reporting, in the amount of$370.00; Veritext LLC, in the amount of$734.50, Competency Evaluation, A Louis Oconner PHD, in the amount of$350.00; Care Center for Mental Heath, in the amount of$350.00; James W, Holbrook EDD, in the amount of$700.00, Court Interpreter, Alex Diaz, in the amount of$795,OO; Claudia M, Hancock, in the amount of$185.00; Estrella Garcia, in the amount of$145,OO; Jacob Zucker, in the amount of$30.00; Jean C, Nelson, in the amount of$150.00; Joaquin Medina III, in the amount of$550,OO; Jose R. Menendez, in the amount of$155,OO; Manuel Matienzo, in the amount of$322,50; Marina Tribushnaya, in the amount of$35,OO; Martha Hernandez, in the amount of $240.00; Pilar Nelson, in the amount of$225.00. Witness Coordination, Witness Payroll, in the amount of$270.00; Witness Travel & Per Diem, in the amount of$3,900.73, Expert Witness, Community Behavioral Service, in the amount of$5,000.00; Family Institute, in the amount of$350.00; Michael S. MaherMD, in the amount of$450.00; Sergio Alvarez, in the amount of$90.00. Court Appointed Attorney Fees - Conflict, Carl Palomino Esq., in the amount of $2, 160.00; Charles M, Milligan, in the amount $1,020.00; Feldman, Koenig & Highsmith, in the amount of$108.00; Laurie Hall Esq., in the amount of$1,835.00; Stephen S. Isherwood, in the amount of$3,51O.42; The Margalli Law Office, in the amount of $2, 100,00; Timothy Nicholas Thomes, in the amount of$350.00, Other Services Circuit, Avis Rent A Car, in the amount of$48.95; Michael W, Strickland, in the amount of $242.04; Quality Copy Acquisition, in the amount of$280,79. Miscellaneous Expenses, State of Florida, in the amount of$1,543.69. Board granted approval of the following Tourist Development Council Expenditures for the month of October 2003: Advertising, in the amount of$314,659,93; Bricks & Mortar Projects, in the amount of $35,505,59; Visitor Information Services, in the amount of$41,666.64; Events, in the amount of$61,683.38; Office Supplies & Oper Costs, in the amount of$101,015.63; Personal Services, in the amount of$122,235.80; Public Relations, in the amount of$147,592.22; Sales & Marketing, in the amount of$127,411.53; Telephone & Utilities, in the amount of $9,081.07; Travel, in the amount of$18,415.51. Board granted official approval of the Board of County Commissioners minutes from the Special Meetings of September 3 & 10, 2003, and Regular Meeting of September 17, 2003 (previously distributed), Board granted approval to rescind Resolution No. 460-2002, Agenda Item L3 from the October 16, 2002 meeting, concerning approval of a Resolution to acknowledge rates agreed to by the Village of Islamorada and Monroe County SherifI's Office for the FY 2003 Contract for local road patrol law enforcement services and transfer ofFY 2002 Contract surplus. 11/19/2003 2003/289 COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Board granted approval of $15,000 as additional funding for a special grand jury fund as a result of extraordinary costs incurred on behalf of grand jury activities and adopted the following Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds for same, RESOLUTION NO. 518-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, COUNTY ATTORNEY Board adopted the following Resolution directing the Supervisor of Elections of Monroe County, Florida to place on the March 9,2004 Presidential Preference Primary Election Ballot a referendum question concerning whether the Superintendent of Schools for Monroe County should be changed from an elected official to one appointed by the School Board, RESOLUTION NO. 519-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. Board granted approval of the request to institute foreclosure and collection proceedings and for authority to settle a code enforcement lien case, and to engage in outside counsel, if necessary , Board granted approval of the request for County Attorney to negotiate a Contract for Misdemeanor Probation Services, first with Maximus. Should a negotiated Agreement not be reached, approval shall extend to next negotiating with Pride, and finally PPS, Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to Agreement between Monroe County and the Salvation Army to extend the existing Contract for Misdemeanor Probation Services to March 1, 2004. Board granted approval and authorized execution of a code enforcement lien Settlement Agreement between Monroe County and Ernest C. Richardson & Frances Littleton, Case No. U2 02- 779, Board adopted the following Resolution directing the Supervisor of Elections of Monroe County, Florida to place on the March 9,2004 Presidential Preference Primary Election Ballot a referendum question whether the School Board of Monroe County should be authorized to levy a .5 mill ad valorem tax. RESOLUTION NO. 520-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference, Board granted approval of settlement in Oasis Travel Agency Incorporated v, Monroe County, in the amount of$I,912.15. 11/19/2003 2003/290 Board granted approval of a settlement offer in Hinote Construction v. Monroe County, Motion carried unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS BULK APPROVALS Commissioner Rice abstained from voting, Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Spehar granting approval of the following items: Certificate of Acceptance of Sub grant Award, 04-CJ-B-11-54-01-018 concerning the implementation of the Safeport Residential Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center 3 as part of Monroe County's FY 04 Edward Byrne Memorial Law Enforcement Grant Program. Edward Byrne Memorial State and Local Law Enforcement Assistance Formula Grant Funds Agreement between Monroe County and the Guidance Clinic of the Middle Keys, Inc" provider of the Safeport program. Motion carried unanimously, with Commissioner Rice abstaining. COUNTY ATTORNEY Assistant County Attorney Bob Shillinger addressed the Board concerning a code enforcement lien settlement offer from Largo Coin Laundry, Inc, Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Spehar to table the item, Motion carried unanimously, Mr. Shillinger, County Attorney Richard Collins, and Growth Management Director Tim McGarry addressed the Board. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner Neugent granting approval of the settlement in Radim Havlicek v, Monroe County, as follows: Monroe County to Havlicek, Radim - Release of Limited Storage and Parking Restrictive Covenant; and a Limited Release to Radim Havlicek in the amount of $3,000 for Case No, CA K-02-1426, Motion carried unanimously, COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Spehar to re-open the Agenda, Motion carried unanimously. Manuel Castillo, Executive Director of the Monroe County Housing Authority addressed the Board. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Spehar to approve the following wordage in the "TERMS" sde~tion section of the Monroe County Ship Program IIom~ Btly~r f..ssistanee O"v"er",ie'.v Local Housing Assistance Plan. This provides that, should the property be sold or transferred prior to the end of the thirty (30) year term, the amount due shall be determined by calculating the sum ofthe principal balance of the original SHIP loan plus 50% of the appreciated value excluding recipients of homes provided by Habitat for Humanity and Habitat Keys Solution. Motion carried unanimously. 11/19/2003 2003/291 TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL County Administrator James Roberts announced a vacancy position on the Tourist Development Council District V Advisory Committee for an "At Large" appointment. STAFF REPORTS Management Services Director, Sheila Barker reported to the Board concerning status of the group insurance bid responses, County Engineer Dave Koppel reported to the Board concerning the resurfacing of Card Sound Road and C90S, After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner McCoy directing the County Engineer to move forward with the above as a design build project and authority to bid, Motion carried unanimously, Omar M. Meitin, E.I. ITS Production Engineer, District VI, representing the Florida Department of Transportation addressed the Board concerning improvements to the 18 Mile Stretch, Growth Management Director Tim McGarry discussed a letter received from Jack Sweeting concerning delays in the technical coordination review by Fish & Wildlife, Mr. McGarry informed the Board that David Dacquisto will begin employment on Monday, November 24,2003 as the Director of Island Planning. Mr. McGarry also discussed the Stock Island CommuniKeys Program, COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR The following individuals addressed the Board concerning the Purchase of Lands between Monroe County and Coconut Grove Bank:, Trustee, as an addition to the Key Largo Community Park: Glenn Patton, representing the Port Largo Residential Property Owners Association; Kurt Stelzner and Don Clark representing the Upper Keys Family YMCA; and Jill Patterson addressed the Board, Mark Rosch, Executive Director of the Monroe County Land Authority, and Mr. Roberts also addressed the Board. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Spehar granting approval and authorizing execution of the above document. Roll call vote was unanimous, COUNTY ATTORNEY Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Rice to reopen the agenda, Motion carried unanimously. Assistant County Attorney Bob Shillinger, Attorney Nick Mulick, representing Hinote Construction, and Jill Patterson addressed the Board. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner McCoy granting approval of the settlement offer. Roll call vote was unanimous. 11/19/2003 2003/292 COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS Commissioner Spehar discussed her item concerning approval for Monroe County to pay to the Florida Retirement System the amount of$6, 102.27, which is required for the Director of Social Services, Louie LaTorre, Jr., to be eligible for retirement in 2/29/04, Mr, Collins and Mr. Roberts addressed the Board. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner McCoy granting approval for Monroe County to pay to the Florida Retirement System the amount of $6, 102.27, which is required for the Director of Social Services, Louie LaTorre, Jr., to achieve a thirty (30) year service, Roll call vote was taken with the following results: Commissioner Neugent No Commissioner Rice No Commissioner Spehar Yes Commissioner McCoy Yes Mayor Nelson Yes Motion carried. Motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner McCoy to direct Staff to explore and develop a policy for consideration by this Board for an early retirement program involving a buyout option. Motion carried unanimously, Commissioner Spehar discussed her item with the Board to extend the Christmas holiday to include Friday, December 26,2003 and New Years holiday to include Friday, January 2,2004. Motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner Neugent granting approval of the item, Management Services Director, Sheila Barker, and Mr. Roberts addressed the Board. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: Commissioner Neugent No Commissioner Rice No Commissioner Spehar Yes Commissioner McCoy Yes Mayor Nelson Yes Motion carried, COUNTY ATTORNEY Attorney Wayne Smith, representing Monroe County addressed the Board concerning status of the litigation concerning Monroe County v. Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan, After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner McCoy to schedule an attorney-client closed session in accordance with Florida Statutes Section 286,011(8) to discuss the following two matters: Monroe County v, Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan; and Karl Loose v. Monroe County. Motion carried unanimously, 11/19/2003 2003/293 COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS The Board discussed Commissioner Neugent's item concerning a proposed toll reduction of the Card Sound Road Toll discount tickets from $.40 per axle to $.20 per axle, Purchase cost for drive-up would remain $1.00 based on a two axle vehicle, Mr. Koppel addressed the Board, Motion was made by Commissioner McCoy and seconded by Commissioner Neugent to table the item to December meeting of the Board in Marathon. Roll call vote was unanimous. The Board discussed Commissioner Neugent's item concerning the reaffirmation to support Resolution No. 091-2002 in the present form and as passed initially with discussion and possible extension of the date - February 14, 2004 - based on staff and public input. Jill Patterson addressed the Board. Mr. McGarry also addressed the Board. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner McCoy and seconded by Commissioner Spehar to adopt the following Resolution amending Resolution No, 091-2002 by deleting references in Section 1 dealing with employee affordable housing and extending the date to February 14, 2005, Roll call vote was unammous. RESOLUTION NO. 521-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. W ASTEW A TER ISSUES Commissioner McCoy, the Board's liaison (point person) for wastewater issues, updated the Board concerning KW Resort Utility Vacuum Sewer System Expansion for South Stock Island, Kim Wigington addressed the Board, The Board was provided with a copy ofthe written Update briefing on wastewater management projects and issues, dated November 5,2003. The Board discussed holding a Special MeetingIWorkshop on December 8,2003 at the Harvey Government Center at 10:00 A.M. concerning sewer service for South Stock Island. The Mayor then called the meeting, Kim Wigington addressed the Board. James Reynolds, Executive Director of the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority addressed the Board. Mr, Roberts also addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner Rice granting approval and authorizing execution of an Interlocal Agreement between Monroe County and the Florida Keys Aqueduct for the planning and development studies for wastewater collection infrastructure serving Marathon, Conch Key, Bay Point and Big Coppitt. Motion carried unanimously, Motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner Rice granting approval and authorizing execution of an Addendum to Agreement between Monroe County and URS Corporation to continue independent wastewater evaluations in reference to the Stock Island wastewater project. Roll call vote was unanimous. Kim Wigington addressed the Board, Mr. Roberts also addressed the Board. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner Neugent 11/19/2003 2003/294 approval to advertise an Ordinance authorizing the issuance by the County of Monroe not exceeding $5,000,000 in aggregate principal amount of taxable wastewater improvement assessment bonds (Stock Island area), Series 2004 in order to finance the acquisition of certain wastewater treatment capacity and various costs relating to the acquisition and construction of certain wastewater utility capital improvements on Stock Island, including the reimbursement of certain expenditures previously made by the County; pledging the moneys received by the county from certain special assessments upon property benefited by the aforementioned improvements to secure payment of the principal of and interest on said bonds; covenanting to budget and appropriate legally available non-ad valorem funds to pay debt service on the bonds in the event the special assessments are inadequate for such purpose; providing for the rights of the holders of said bonds; and providing for an effective date for this Ordinance, Motion carried unanimously. SOUNDING BOARD H. T, Pontin addressed the Board concerning jurisdiction, No official action was taken by the Board. Andy McBroom addressed the Board concerning Fire Rescue service in Monroe County. No official action was taken by the Board. COUNTY ATTORNEY The Board discussed approval of a contract between Monroe County and Cherry, Bekaert & Holland to provide professional auditing services for Monroe County. The following individuals addressed the Board: Vicky Fay, representing Tropical Business Services; Patricia B. Mull, representing Mull & Associates; Dave Andrews, and Pam Martin, Clerk of Court Danny L. Kolhage also addressed the Board, After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Spehar granting approval and authorizing execution of Audit Contract. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: Commissioner Neugent Yes Commissioner Rice Yes Commissioner Spehar Yes Commissioner McCoy Yes Mayor Nelson No Motion carried. Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner McCoy to change the terms for the above audit contract to (3) three years and eliminate the two (2) year option clause. Roll call vote was unanimous. Mr. Collins and Ron Conrad, representing Cherry, Bekaert & Holland, L.L. P. addressed the Board. 11/19/2003 2003/295 MISCELLANEOUS The Board wished Sheriff Richard D. Roth a "Happy 65th Birthday", SOUNDING BOARD George Wilson addressed the Board concerning donatability of all property within a conservation area, No official action was taken by the Board. PUBLIC HEARINGS A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance amending Section 6-85(a) Monroe County Code, in order to change the term of office of the members of the Contractors Examining Board from two to three consecutive years; Providing for Severability; Providing for the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; Providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and Providing an effective date, There was no public input. Motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Neugent to adopt the following Ordinance, Motion carried unanimously, ORDINANCE NO. 038-2003 Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference. A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance authorizing a Lump Sum Years of Service Award to certain eligible volunteer firefighters whom each have provided at least ten (10) years of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Medical Services to the residents and visitors of Monroe County and whom each have reached the age of sixty; Providing for Severability; Providing for the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; Providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and Providing an effective date, There was no public input. Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Rice to adopt the following Ordinance. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 039-2003 Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference, A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of a Resolution approving with conditions the request for Administrative Relief in the form of a ROGO Allocation made by Gary Cherubini on the lot described as Block 10, Lots 4 and 5, Angler's Park, Key Largo, Real Estate Numbers 00552650.000000 and 00552640.000000, There was no public input. Motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner Neugent to adopt the following Resolution. Motion carried unanimously, RESOLUTION NO. 522-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. 11/19/2003 2003/296 A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance amending Chapter 5.5, Monroe County Code (Boats, Docks, and Waterways) to add the definition of a no anchor zone, Section 5.5-1, and modify 5,5-108 to provide for no anchor zones and to establish Varadero Beach as a No Anchor Zone; Providing for Severability; Providing for the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; Providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and Providing an effective date, There was no public input. Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Spehar to adopt the following Ordinance, Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 040-2003 Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference, The second of three Public Hearings was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance creating Article VII in Chapter 5.5 of the County Code of Ordinances, "Boats, Docks and Waterways," prohibiting diving and snorkeling within manmade waterbodies, and within 300 feet of marinas, improved residential, and commercial shorelines during the entirety of the two-day sport season for spiny lobster; 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 individuals addressing the Board: H. T. Pontin, Pam Martin, representing herself and a member of the Marina & Port Advisory Committee; and Jim Bellizi addressed the Board, Mr. Collins also addressed the Board, (The third and final Public Hearing is scheduled to be heard on Wednesday, December 17, 2003 at 3: 00 P .M, at the Harvey Government Center.) COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Mr. Roberts and Commissioner Rice reported on the Trauma Study Advisory Committee, The Board agreed for the County Administrator to enter into an agreement with the Health Council of South Florida to assist the committee with recommendations, Mr. Roberts and Mr. Rosch discussed status of the appraisal concerning property located in Cudjoe Key for a new government services building, The Board withdrew interest in the Cudjoe Key property. Mr. Roberts then discussed property in Summerland Key. DMSION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT The Board accepted the written Growth Management Litigation Report from attorney Karen Cabanas of the firm Morgan & Hendrick, dated November 14, 2003, Nancy Klingener, representing Last Stand addressed the Board. Growth Management Litigation Counsel James T. Hendrick addressed the Board concerning the Galleon Bay litigation, After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Rice to move forward with an appeal of the Galleon Bay litigation, Roll call vote was unanimous. Florida Department of Community Affairs Secretary, Colleen M. Castille introduced members of her Staff and made a presentation before the Board concerning the Department's 11/19/2003 2003/297 assessment of the County's progress in meeting the objectives of Year 6 of the Work Program mandated by Florida Administration Commission Rule 28.20.100. After the presentation, the following individuals addressed the Board: Nancy Klingener, representing The Ocean Conservancy; Glenn Patton, representing the Key Largo Federation of Homeowner Associations; Michael Chenoweth, representing the Upper Keys Citizens Association; Joan Borel, Mick Putney, representing the Key Deer Protection Alliance; Alicia Putney, John Hammerstrom, Jill Patterson, Capt. Ed Davidson, Chair of the Florida Keys Citizens Coalition; Debbie Harrison, representing the World Wildlife Fund; Kathy Wheeler, representing the Big Pine Civic Association, George Wilson, Andy Tobin, Morgan Hill, and Richard Fortman, Commissioner Neugent excused himself from the remainder ofthe meeting, The Board discussed the Special meeting of December 8,2003 called by the Mayor, PUBLIC HEARINGS A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of a Resolution transmitting to the Florida Department of Community Affairs the request by Key Largo Ocean Resort to change the Future Land Use Map of the Monroe County Year 2010 Comprehensive Plan from Mixed Use/Commercial (MC) to Residential High (RR) for properties described as Parcell, Southcliff Estates, PB-2-45 Key Largo, PT. TR 9-10-11 (14.65 Acres) PT Line Road (.75 Acres); PT NE 1.4 ofSE 1.4 (5.1 Acres); PT GOy. LT 3 (.6 Acres); and adjacent Baybottom (5.22 Acres). Parcel 2, legally described as SouthcliffEstates PB2-45 (1.95 Acres) Key Largo, Monroe County, Florida. The property is located at approximately mile marker 95 and has the Real Estate Numbers 00483400.000000 and 00483390,000000, The Board accepted public input with the following individual addressing the Board: Donald Craig, representing Key Largo Ocean Resorts, Motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner McCoy to adopt the following Resolution. Motion carried unanimously, with Commissioner Neugent not present. RESOLUTION NO. 523-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of a Resolution transmitting to the Florida Department of Community Affairs the request by Sam Stoia to change the Future Land Use Map of the Monroe County Year 2010 Comprehensive Plan from Residential Low (RL) to Mixed Use/Commercial (MC) for the upland portion of property described by the real estate numbers 00090650.000000,00090940.000000,00090640.000000 and 00090950.000000 in Key Largo, Monroe County, Florida at approximately mile marker 97,9. The Board accepted public input with the following individuals addressing the Board: Donald Craig, representing Sam Stoia, 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 individuals addressing the Board: Barry Patterson, representing the Smart Planning & Growth Coalition, Leo Gillespie, representing Mariner's Club; Donald Craig, Andy Tobin, Sam Stoia, and Sheryl Bower, Planning Director Marlene Conaway, Mr. McGarry, and Mr, Collins addressed the Board. After 11/19/2003 2003/298 discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner McCoy to adopt the following Resolution. Roll call vote was unanimous, with Commissioner Neugent not present. RESOLUTION NO. 524-2003 Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference. A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance amending Section 9,5-262 Monroe County Code; Providing for the removal of existing inconsistencies between the Monroe County Year 2010 Comprehensive Plan and the Land Development Regulations with regard to residential density and district open space; inclusion of the density bonuses for affordable and employee housing pursuant to Ordinance 003-2002; Providing for Severability; Providing for the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; Providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and Providing an effective date. There was no public input. Motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner McCoy to adopt the following Ordinance, Motion carried unanimously, with Commissioner Neugent not present. ORDINANCE NO. 041-2003 Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference, A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance amending Division 9 of the Monroe County Code (Parking and Loading Standards) in order to modify certain standards that are no longer appropriate and to reformat the sections to provide greater clarity and ease of reference; 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, There was no public input. Marlene Conaway, Planning Director addressed the Board, Motion was made by Commissioner McCoy and seconded by Commissioner Rice to adopt the following Ordinance. Motion carried unanimously, with Commissioner Neugent not present. ORDINANCE NO. 042-2003 Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference, A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance repealing Section 9.5-111 through 118 of the Monroe County Code and creating new sections 9.5-111 through 118 of the Land Development Regulations and create new Section 9.5-111 through 118 to provide clarification of the building permit process; listing the required letters of coordination and the time frames for submittal and review of ROGO and NROGO applications and the alternative process for the privatization of plan reviews and building inspections; 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, There was no public input. Motion was made by Commissioner Rice and 11/19/2003 2003/299 seconded by Commissioner Spehar to adopt the following Ordinance, Motion carried unanimously, with Commissioner Neugent not present. ORDINANCE NO. 043-2003 Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Mr. Roberts made a public announcement that the Florida Department of Environmental Protection will hold a public workshop on Wednesday, December 3,2003 at 7:00 P,M. at the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park Visitor Center to present to the public the proposed land management plans for the Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park and John Pennekamp Coral Reef Site Park and, announcement of a Florida Department of Environmental Protection Advisory Group meeting to be held on Thursday, December 4,2003 at 9:00 AM. at the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park Visitor Center to discuss with the Advisory Group members the proposed land management plans for the Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park and John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. Mr, Roberts discussed the Board of County Commissioners montWy meeting dates for 2004. Motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner McCoy granting approval of the 2004 BOCC meeting dates for the 3rd week of each month, with the exception of July, to the 2nd week of the month. Motion carried unanimously, with Commissioner Neugent not present. Mr, Roberts addressed the Board concerning the 2004 appointments of Commissioners to various duties. Motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Spehar to appoint the Board of County Commissioners as the Industrial Development Authority, Motion carried unanimously, with Commissioner Neugent not present. Motion was made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Spehar to approve the documents, as amended entitled: 2004 Appointments of Commissioners to Various Duties; Various Other Appointments/Notes; and 2004 Organizationfor Rotational Commissioner Attendance. Motion carried unanimously, with Commissioner Neugent not present. Said documents are incorporated herein by reference. There being no further business, the meeting of the Board of County Commissioners was adjourned. Danny L. Kolhage, Clerk and ex-officio Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners Monroe County, Florida MJd.C.~~ Isabel C. DeSantis, Deputy Clerk