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02/17/1987 Regular 1~ HH Regular Meeting Board of County Commissioners Tuesday, February 17, 1987 Key West A Regular Meeting of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners convened at 9:00 a.m. on the above date in Courtroom B at the Courthouse in Key West. Present and answering to roll call were Commissioner William Freeman, Commissioner Eugene Lytton, Commissioner Michael Puto, Commissioner John Stormont, and Mayor Jerry Hernandez, Jr. Also present were Danny L. Kolhage, Clerk1 Lucien Proby, County AttorneY1 Tom Brown, County Administrator1 County Staff1 members of the Press and Radio1 and the general public. All stood for the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS Mr. Bob Self of Southern Bell made a presentation of the original painting which is depicted on the cover of the current Key West and Florida Keys Telephone Directory and signed copies of that painting to the Mayor and County Commissioners. Commissioner Lytton discussed Black History Month and read a Proclamation declaring February 1987 as Black History Month and presented a copy of that Proclamation to Mr. Joe Valdez. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to approve the Proclamation declaring February 1987 as NATIONAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH. Motion carried unanimously. ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS Karl Beckmeyer, attorney, addressed the Board con- cerning a Resolution correcting certain errors and omissions in the Land Use Plan regarding property in Ocean Reef. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Puto to adopt the following Resolution approving the correction of scrivener's errors and omissions in the County's Land Development Regulations pursuant to Section l3-l0l(E) of those Regulations regarding the land use map designation of Lots 1 through 8, CARD SOUND POINT 1, OCEAN REEF PLAT NO. 16. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 093-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS Commissioner Stormont discussed the permit approval of Mr. Charles Valois' property in Key Largo. Mr. Valois addressed the Board. Mr. Monty Green of Islamorada, owner of property in the subject subdivision, addressed the Board concerning this matter. Motion was made by Commissioner Stormont and seconded by Commissioner Puto to stay the per- mit approved for Mr. Valois at the meeting of February 3rd and refer this matter to the County Attorney for a full report on March 3rd at the Plantation Key meeting. Motion carried unanimously. HH' 104 ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to authorize travel for Commissioner Lytton to Tallahassee to meet with DCA on February 24th. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to authorize travel to the South Florida Regional Planning Council on March 2nd. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to authorize travel for any County Commissioner to the State and Local Government Relations meetings in Tallahassee on March 4th. Motion carried unani- mously. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to authorize travel for any County Commissioner to Ft. Myers on March 18th for a meeting con- cerning the regulation of wetland permitting. Motion carried unanimously. COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS Mayor Hernandez discussed the appointment of a "Blue Ribbon" Committee to review text changes to the Land Use Plan proposed by the public at the Public Hearings, pro- posed by the Planning Staff, and any other proposed text changes, and to make recommendations to the Planning Commission by March 15th. Mayor Hernandez indicated that the committee should be represented and directed by Michael Halpern and that the committee should be provided with office space and supplies and compensation at $100.00 per day plus travel expenses. Mayor Hernandez named the following individuals to serve on that committee: Al Fried, Michael Barr, Al Dameron, Kay Graddick, Sandy Sprunt, Art Weiner, Sandy Barrett, Ann Mravic, Bill Moore, and Gene Rhodus. The Mayor also indicated that he would appoint Commissioner Lytton to chair the meetings but not to par- ticipate in voting on any issues except in the case of a tie. Motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner Puto to approve the creation of the "Blue Ribbon" Committee as described above. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: Commissioner Freeman Commissioner Lytton Commissioner Puto Commissioner Stormont Mayor Hernandez Yes Yes Yes No Yes Motion carried. The Clerk advised that the compensation and travel reimbursement would have to be authorized by an appropriate Ordinance. This matter was referred to the County Attorney for a report back later in the day. Mayor Hernandez discussed the need to appoint a Transportation Committee to review transportation needs by land, sea, and in the air. Mayor Hernandez appointed Commissioner Puto to chair that committee and indicated that he himself would also serve on that committee together with Mayor Samuel Feiner of Key Colony Beach. Motion was made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Lytton to adopt the following Resolution creating a Transportation Committee to investigate and analyze transportation problems in Monroe HH 105 County and appointing the members thereof, and directing a report of said Committee's investigation to the County Commission. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 094-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Puto to authorize travel for all County Commissioners to the State Association of County Commissioners meeting in Tampa on February 18 - February 20. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Hernandez discussed proposed legislation for the upcoming Legislative Session and indicated that the County Attorney would be presenting Resolutions to be for- warded to State Representative Ron Saunders and Senator Larry Plummer requesting certain legislative action. Mayor Hernandez discussed the Key Largo Library project. He advised that the Board was generally in favor of its construction; however, the Board was considering ways in which it could be financed. He indicated that a current proposal which would probably be considered by this Legislature relative to the use of certain lottery proceeds to be used for library purposes could possibly provide the necessary funding for this project. Commissioner Puto discussed possible construction of a bicycle path behind the Marathon Airport on Aviation Boulevard. He indicated that he would like to have a report concerning the advantages of having the County's forces do this versus a private contractor and the use of gas tax funds. Bob Harris of Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan discussed the plans which had been developed which would resurface a portion of Aviation Boulevard, 107th Street, provide for a bike path in that area, and possible funding from DOT to help in financing the project. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to direct Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan to prepare an appli- cation to the Florida Department of Transportation for joint County-State funding of a project which would resurface a portion of Aviation Boulevard, 107th Street, and also create a bicycle path near the Marathon Airport. Motion carried unanimously. Commissioner Puto discussed the Seven-Mile Bridge Run scheduled for May 9th. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Lytton to authorize and approve the Annual Seven-Mile Bridge Run on May 9th. Motion carried unanimously. ~...,- Commissioner Puto discussed the problem with cam- pers parking in unauthorized areas. After Board discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Stormont and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to adopt the following Resolution requesting all law enforcement agencies to enforce Ordinances and State Statutes on the use of public rights- of-way by recreational vehicles. Motion carried unani- mously. RESOLUTION NO. 095-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was made by Commissioner Stormont and HH 106 seconded by Commissioner Lytton to approve the following items by unanimous consent: BULK APPROVALS Board authorized payment of $635.00 to Martin-Vegue Funeral Home for the Pauper Burial of Douglas Daub. Board authorized payment of $650.00 to Martin-Vegue Funeral Home for the Pauper Burial of James McQueen. - Board authorized payment of $450.00 to Lopez Funeral Home for the Pauper Burial of an unidentified white male found at sea. Board authorized the advertisement of a Call For Bids for the following Surplus Property: Item Inventory No. Show/Corder Wallensak Recorder Tiffen Show/Corder Smith-Corona Manual Typewriter Bogden Drymount Press Arkay Print Washer Lanier Edisette Unit Magic Chef Stove Scriptomatic Addressing Machine 1971 G.M.C. Van Royal Typewriter Adding Machine IBM Typewriter IBM Typewriter Sony Recorder Royal Typewriter Mortuary Service Center White Printing Machine Phonograph Hotpoint Refrigerator Dental Unit/Handpiece 2300-52 6302-31 6302-22 6302-19 6302-16 6303-11 6302-8 2300-50 2300-36 0940-95 267-467 2780-AA 1001-173 0801-18 0800-1 267 -451 3900-7 224-364 267 -468 5223-273 2000-363 Board adopted the following Resolutions concerning receipt of unanticipated funds for the year 1986-87. RESOLUTION NO. 096-1987 RESOLUTION NO. 097-1987 RESOLUTION NO. 098-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is-rncorporated herein by reference. Board adopted the following Resolution transferring funds for the year 1986-87. RESOLUTION NO. 099-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. Board approved, subject to confirmation by the County Finance Department, payment of Tourist Development Council expenditures in the sum of $208,317.94 <input date - 1/28/87>. Board approved, subject to confirmation by the County Finance Department, payment of Tourist Development Council expenditures in the sum of $60,949.62 <input date - 2/3/87). HH 10? Board approved, subject to confirmation by the County Finance Department, payment of Tourist Development Council expenditures in the sum of $24,063.99 <input date - 2/4/87). COUNTY CLERK Board approved, subject to confirmation by the County Finance Department, payment of Tourist Development Council special expenditures in the sum of $853.38. CIVIL DEFENSE Board adopted the following Resolution authorizing the Mayor and Chairman of the Board to execute Agreement i87EM-76-ll-54-l0-037 by and between the State of Florida Department of Community Affairs and Monroe County governing certain emergency management related activities. RESOLUTION NO. 100-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. Motion carried unanimously. COUNTY ATTORNEY Lucien Proby, County Attorney, advised the Board that he would give a report later in the meeting concerning the re-bidding of the Southard Street property. Mr. Proby advised the Board that he had issued an op1n1on on the Krause Permits and had advised the Krauses that their only other possible alternative was to proceed under the vested rights process outlined in the current Land Use Plan. The County Attorney advised that he had issued an opinion concerning the use of Building Permit fees for Capital Improvements. Mr. Proby discussed the meeting of the 5-County Conference and their request to support legislation of com- mon interest. He indicated he would be presenting a Resolution for this purpose later in the day. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to adopt the following Resolution authorizing the Mayor and Chairman of the Board to execute a Joint Participation Agreement by and between Monroe County and the City of Key West concerning funding for the com- munity pool located in Key West. During discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Stormont to amend the Resolution by adding the words "and Monroe County" following every reference to "the City of Key West" concerning the use of the pool. The amendment was accepted by the maker and seconder. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 101-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to execute an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Key West regarding the Garrison Bight Bridge with the exclusion of the paragraph added by the City referring to the Simonton Street Project. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: l:1S HH Commissioner Freeman Commissioner Lytton Commissioner Puto Commissioner Stormont Mayor Hernandez Yes Yes Yes No Yes Motion carried. Following discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to rescind the Board's previous action. Motion carried unani- mously. Following further discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner Lytton to execute an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Key West regarding the Garrison Bight Bridge with the exclusion of the paragraph added by the City referring to the Simonton Street Project. During discussion, motion was withdrawn to be considered following the Joint Meeting of the City and County Commissions. AIRPORTS Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to adopt the following Resolution authorizing the Mayor and Chairman of the Board to execute a Sign Lease by and between Monroe County and Anchorage Development Associates d/b/a Front Street Hotel for installation of two signs at the Key West International Airport. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 102-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. ENGINEERING Bob Harris discussed an engineering report on the condition of the Higgs Beach Pier and Underwater Piling Survey. Mr. Harris indicated that the survey revealed that the Higgs Beach pier was not safe and recommended that the first section of that pier be removed to eliminate public access, that the two ladders also be removed and, further, that a sign be posted warning that the pier was not safe and prohibiting access to it. Mr. Harris also indicated that grant funds might be available from certain recreation funding to assist the County in the replacement of the pier~ however, it was necessary to have a permit in hand before applying for said funds. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to authorize Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan to apply for the necessary permits to replace the Higgs Beach Pier. Motion carried unanimously. The Public Works Department was also directed to post warning signs on the pier to advise the public that the pier was not safe for use. COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS Mayor Hernandez introduced Bob Roberts of Horace O'Bryant Middle School, who introduced students who were present at the meeting to observe the County Commission. ENGINEERING Bob Harris discussed a proposed Joint Participation Agreement concerning the Big pine Key Access Road and also the necessity to set a date, time and place for a Public Hearing on the road. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to adopt the following Resolution regarding the setting of a date, time and place HH 109 for Public Hearing and the execution of a Joint Participation Agreement with Florida Department of Transportation concerning the Big Pine Key Access Road. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 103-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. Mayor Hernandez called a Special Meeting for 7:00 p.m. on March 26th at the Marathon Courthouse to discuss the Big Pine Key Access Road. Mr. Harris discussed the proposed consolidation of the Courts utilizing the area on the first floor of the Monroe County Courthouse Annex which will be vacated by the Sheriff when he moves into the new Criminal Justice Building. Mr. Harris advised the Board that this was a pro- ject which was begun under the former County Commission and that efforts were continuing to try to arrive at a workable solution which would accommodate both the Courts and the Clerk's Office in the remaining area. Mr. Harris requested the Board to give firm direction concerning the continued work on this project. Motion was made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Lytton to direct Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan (in association with Charles E. McCoy, Architect) to proceed to prepare preliminary plans and cost estimates concerning the consolidation of the Courts in the Monroe County Courthouse Annex. Motion carried unanimously. COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS Mayor Hernandez introduced Kermit Lewin, former County Administrator, and Charles E. (Sonny) McCoy, former Mayor of the City of Key West. PUBLIC WORKS Motion was made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to approve the issuance of Professional Service Order No. MCG-l Revised in the amount of $4,225.00 to cover the cost of inspections for thirteen underground flammable storage tanks - seven tanks belonging to Public Works and six tanks belonging to MSD. Motion carried unani- mously. MANAGER OF MUNICIPAL SERVICES Charles Aguero, MSD Manager, discussed a Public Hearing held in Fort Pierce concerning air curtain destruc- tors. He indicated that a representative of Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan and also Mr. Baker of the MSD staff were present at that Public Hearing. Mr. Aguero discussed a proposed Professional Service Order for engineering in reference to the Cudjoe Key Lined Landfill Expansion and Leachate Treatment Plant. He advised the Board that the engineering costs in this matter would be in excess of $200,000.00. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to approve the issuance of a Professional Service Order to Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan to proceed with engineering for the Cudjoe Key Lined Landfill Expansion and Leachate Treatment Plant. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: 1.1.0 HHh Commissioner Freeman Commissioner Lytton Commissioner Puto Commissioner Stormont Mayor Hernandez Yes Yes Yes No Yes Motion carried. SOUNDING BOARD FOR PUBLIC INPUT Mr. Louis Carbonell addressed the Board concerning the status of the Louis Carbonell Teen Center. Mr. Carbonell agreed to relinquish the remaining time on his Lease with the County for the Center and turn the Center over to the County for continuing use as a Teen Center. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to authorize the County Administrator to solicit proposals for the operation and management of the Louis Carbonell Teen Center. During discussion of the motion, Elmira Leto and Bill Spottswood representing the Florida Keys Youth Club, Inc., a non-profit organization, addressed the Board concerning the use of the Center. Bill Cormack and Omis Avant of Key West High School also addressed the Board concerning the need for a Teen Center. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to amend the motion to limit any lease of the property to ten years and with the provision that the lessees will provide the necessary maintenance on the building. The amendment was accepted and became part of the original motion. Roll call vote was unanimous. MANAGER OF MUNICIPAL SERVICES Mr. Aguero discussed an outstanding bill for ser- vices to Parks & Niles, CPA's in the amount of $10,221.00. He indicated that this amount was due to the work necessary for the auditors to get the accounts and records of the Garbage Franchisees into the format required by the Franchise Agreements. Mr. Aguero advised that the previous Board had indicated that this amount would not be paid by the County, but should be paid by the Franchisees since it was an expense associated with an activity for which they were responsible under the terms of the Franchise Agree- ments. He also advised the Commission that with the excep- tion of the Ocean Reef Franchise, the other Franchisees had to date refused to make payment to Parks & Niles, CPA's for this work. Mr. Aguero felt that the County should make payment to Parks & Niles and proceed to obtain reimbursement from the Franchisees. Danny Kolhage, Clerk, advised the Board it was his opinion that since this work was required to be accomplished by the Franchisees in accordance with the provisions of their Franchise Agreements, that it is not an expense which would properly be paid out of public funds. Following discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to refer this matter to the County Attorney for a report. Motion carried unani- mously. Commissioner Puto discussed and asked several questions concerning the on-going work on the new audit. The Board also discussed the efforts toward re- establishing the Sway-Car program. DIRECTOR OF BUILDING, PLANNING AND ZONING Charles Pattison, Director, discussed the HH 1.1.1. Commercial Fishing Registration program and indicated he would present the results of that program at the March 3rd meeting. Mr. Pattison discussed the hearings necessary for the amendments to the Land Use Plan. Commissioner Lytton addressed this matter and recommended that the Board consider a single Public Hearing at a central location since the Board had already conducted three Public Hearings, one in each general area of the County, for the purpose of receiving public input. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman that the action of the County Commission concerning the receipt of the Consolidated Report of the Planning Commission relative to changes in the Land Use Plan be limited to one Public Hearing to accept that Report pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 13 of the Monroe County Land Use Plan. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: Commissioner Freeman Commisisoner Lytton Commissioner Puto Commissioner Stormont Mayor Hernandez Yes Yes Yes No Yes Motion carried. Harry Knight, Monroe County Tax Collector, also addressed the Board at this time concerning problems his office was having with the terms of the Land Use Plan rela- tive to occupational licenses. Motion was made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Lytton to call for a Special Meeting on February 23rd at 1:30 p.m. in the Commission's Conference Room at 310 Fleming Street, Key West, for a meeting with the Monroe County Tax Collector and the Board of County Commissioners concerning occupational licenses. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Pattison discussed the vested rights process and the selection of hearing officers. This matter was referred to the County Attorney and Mr. Pattison for a recommendation and appointment of hearing officers by the Board of County Commissioners. SOUNDING BOARD FOR PUBLIC INPUT Former County Commissioner Ed Swift addressed the Board concerning the Clean Our Island Committee of the Key West Chamber of Commerce and requested participation of the County in helping to keep the bridle path clean in the area from Key West By The Sea Condominiums to the Airport. He indicated that the County at one time maintained this sec- tion of the bridle path, but had not done so for many years. He requested the Board to consider this item at the Joint Meeting of the City and County Commissioners. Commissioner Lytton presented a plaque to former County Administrator Kermit Lewin, extending the County's appreciation for his many years of service. Commissioner Freeman presented a plaque and Resolution to former Mayor of Monroe County, Wilhelmina Harvey, in recognition of her many years of public service to the County. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Puto to adopt the following Resolution HH 112 recognizing the service and contribution of Kermit H. Lewin to the progress and history 'of Monroe County, Florida, in his various capacities, including County Administrator. Roll call vote was unanimous. RESOLUTION NO. 104-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to adopt the following Resolution amending Resolution No. 329-1986 providing for further duties and functions of Mayor Emeritus Wilhelmina G. Harvey. Roll call vote was unanimous. RESOLUTION NO. 105-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. COUNTY ATTORNEY David Paul Horan, attorney, addressed the Board concerning the continued litigation of Monroe County vs. Former Governor Graham and the State of Florida. He esti- mated that the suit could be completed for an amount not to exceed $2,000.00. This matter was postponed until later in the day. The Board recessed for lunch. * * * * * The Board reconvened with all Commissioners pre- sent. ENGINEERING Mayor Hernandez discussed the Board's previous action concerning the Higgs Beach Pier. He recognized Mr. Fred Johnson, who came forward and addressed the Board con- cerning the need to make the pier available to members of the public. Bob Harris of Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan again discussed the results of the inspection report on the pier. No further action was taken. AWARDING OF BIDS County Attorney Proby discussed the bids received for the proposed sale of property at 600 and 614 Whitehead Street. He advised the Board that they were in receipt of one bid from Raymond W. C'Miel in the amount of $200,000.00. Mr. Proby advised the Board that since that amount was not equal to the amount for which the County purchased the pro- perty, it was an unresponsive bid. The County Attorney also discussed the bids received from John Bigler and Stephen & Merrie Hinchcliffe/ Mark & Evelyn Kelly for 604 Whitehead Street and 326 Southard Street. Mark Kelly, attorney representing himself and the Hinchcliffes, addressed the Board concerning their bid and indicated that their bid was a cash bid and that it was in excess of the amount paid by the County for that pro- perty. John Bigler addressed the Board concerning his Alternative #3 and indicated that that would also be a cash bid. Steve Hinchcliffe addressed the Board concerning his bid for 326 Southard Street. After general discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Mayor HH 113 Hernandez to award the bid for 326 Southard Street to John Bigler according to Alternative #3 of his proposal. During discussion, motion was withdrawn. Motion was then made by Commissioner Stormont and seconded by Commissioner Lytton to accept the bid of Stephen & Merrie Hinchcliffe/Mark & Evelyn Kelly of $150,500.00 - a cash bid - for the purchase of 326 Southard Street. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: Commissioner Freeman Commissioner Lytton Commissioner Puto Commissioner Stormont Mayor Hernandez Yes Yes Yes Yes No Motion carried. Motion was then made by Commissioner Stormont and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to reject the bid by John Bigler of $150,000.00 for the purchase of 604 Whitehead Street, since that amount was less than the amount paid by the County for the property. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: Commissioner Freeman Commissioner Lytton Commissioner Puto Commissioner Stormont Mayor Hernandez Yes Yes No Yes No Motion carried. During discussion, Mr. Bigler indicated that he would agree to offer the County $160,000.00 .for the purchase of 604 Whitehead Street on a cash basis. Motion was made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Lytton to accept the offer of John Bigler of $160,000.00 for the purchase of 604 Whitehead Street on a cash bid basis. Roll call vote was unanimous. JOINT CITY-COUNTY COMMISSION MEETING The Board of County Commissioners and Staff Members were joined by the following people from the City of Key West: Mayor Tom Sawyer; Commissioners Emma Cates, Sally Lewis and Jimmy Weekley; Josephine Parker, City Clerk; Joel Koford, City Manager; and Art Mosely, City Planner. Mayor Sawyer addressed the Board concerning the need and purpose of Joint Meetings. Mayor Sawyer discussed the Joint City/County Simonton Street Beach Project. Mayor Hernandez questioned Mayor Sawyer concerning the security which would be provided in the area after construction. Mayor Sawyer and the City Manager replied that the City Code required closing of that facility at 11:00 p.m. After further discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner Lytton to proceed with the Simonton Street Beach Project in accordance with the agreements previously reached between the Board and the City Commission. Motion carried unani- mously. Mayor Hernandez discussed the possible use of Tourist Development Tax funds for the purpose of funding a Joint City/County Project in the White Street Pier, Rest Beach and Higgs Beach Complex area. Mayor Sawyer also at this time discussed a joint effort between the City and the County to provide clean-up activities in recreational areas. Commissioner Weekley suggested that Public Hearings be held to determine the will of the people relative to the use of the funds. HH 114 Mayor Sawyer and Commissioner Weekley discussed animal control in the City of Key West and the County's par- ticipation in that activity. Mayor Hernandez also commented concerning the County's Animal Control Program. Commissioner Weekley discussed a proposed Resolu- tion he was asking the County Commissioner to consider con- cerning an Apprenticeship Training Program. Mayor Sawyer and Commissioner Lytton discussed possible legislation to amend portions of House Bill 1405 relative to the Tourist Impact Tax. Mayor Sawyer discussed the County-Wide Transportation Program and the services provided by the City's Transportation Authority to County residents in Stock Island. Mr. Chuck Hamlin of PATA addressed the Board con- cerning the report of the Local Planning Organization for transportation as established by State law. Representatives of DOT addressed the Board concerning the coordinated efforts of the Local Planning Organization relative to County-wide transportation needs. The Commissions then discussed the proposed Interlocal Agreement concerning the Garrison Bight Bridge. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to adopt the following Resolution authorizing the Mayor and Chairman of the Board to execute an Interlocal Agreement by and between the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County and the City of Key West con- cerning the Garrison Bight Bridge and Causeway located in Key West, with deletion of the paragraph concerning the Simonton Street Beach Project, and also authorizing the Notice to Proceed to the Contractor contingent upon City approval of the amended Interlocal Agreement. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 106-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. Mayor Sawyer discussed the need to schedule future Joint Meetings at dates to be agreed upon between the City and County Commissioners. The City and County Commissioners then proceeded to offer comments concerning the Joint Meeting. The Joint City-County Commission Meeting was adjourned. * * * * * The Board of County Commissioners reconvened. PUBLIC HEARINGS A Public Hearing was held for the purpose of deter- m1n1ng whether or not the following described cuI de sac shall be abandoned: Located at the end of Coconut Palm Street between Lot 8, Block 48 and Lot 8, Block 50 in Port Pine Heights on Big pine Key, Monroe County, Florida. Proof of publication was read into the record. The County HH 115 Attorney read by title only. Alvin Krech, the petitioner for the proposed abandonment, addressed the Board. The County Administrator advised that Staff recommended disapproval due to the need for emergency vehicle turn- around areas. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Stormont to approve the proposed abandonment. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: Commissioner Freeman Commissioner Lytton Commissioner Puto Commissioner Stormont Mayor Hernandez No Yes No No Yes Motion failed. A Public Hearing was then held for the purpose of determining whether or not the following described street, alley-way, road or highway shall be abandoned: That portion of Fourth Street extending from the north edge of MacDonald Street to the southern edge of U.S. 1, Stock Island, Florida, as shown in Plat Book 1, Page 55 of the Official Records of Monroe County, Florida. Proof of publication was read into the record. The County Attorney read by title only. Alvin Parks, owner of Gulfstream Trailer Village, addressed the Board and opposed the paving of this road. Marie Brudzinski opposed the aban- donment of the road. Paul Galloway, Chief of the Stock Island Volunteer Fire Department, addressed the Board and opposed the abandonment. William Wagner, III, President of the Fire Chiefs Association of Monroe County, supported Mr. Galloway's position opposing the abandonment of the road. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Stormont to deny the abandonment. Roll call vote was unanimous. "",';;>>'.,,,... A Public Hearing was held on a proposed Ordinance delcaring that the Fiscal Year 1987-1988 and 1988-89 policy of Monroe County shall be that the amount of the General County Millage and Dependent Special District Millage shall not exceed the roll back rate; providing for the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; providing for severa- bility; and providing for an effective date. Proof of publication was entered into the record. The County Attorney read by title only. Mr. Proby addressed the Board and discussed the operation of the proposed Ordinance which would limit the General County and Dependent Special District Millage for the next two fiscal years to not more than the roll back rate. William Wagner, III, of the Fire Chiefs Association of Monroe County, addressed the Board concerning the possible impact of the Ordinance on the Special District operations. Gene Rhodus spoke in favor of the Ordinance. Roy Burt of Key Largo favored the Ordinance. Frank Greenman, representing the Guidance Clinic of the Middle Keys, opposed the Ordinance. Ervin Higgs, Monroe County Property Appraiser, favored adoption of the Ordinance. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to continue to the next Public Hearing. Motion carried unanimously. The Board of County Commissioners recessed. * * * * * , ~ HH. ~16 BOARD OF APPEALS The Board of County Commissioners sat as the Board of Appeals. The Board proceeded to hear the appeal filed by Sister's Creek Enterprises, Inc. pursuant to the Monroe County Planning Commission's actions on December 4, 1986, at which time they denied a request for alcoholic beverage approval on the following described property: on the Island of Key Vaca, Florida and commencing at a point on the northerly boundary line of the Overseas Highway 310.52 feet in an easterly direction from the intersection of the dividing line between Government Lot No. 1 and Government Lot No.2, in Section 9, Township 66S, Range 32E; further described by metes and bounds on the submitted survey; located at MM 48.5; and known as "Fanny's". Frank Greenman, representing Sister's Creek Enterprises, Inc., objected to the introduction of postcards which were delivered to the Clerk by the Chairman of the Board and Commissioner Puto concerning this matter. Jim Keller, representing various property owners in the area, and Miss Flo Chapin also objected to the introduction of the postcards. Tom Wright, representing Richard Morretti, owner of adjacent property, objected to the introduction of the postcards. The County Attorney indicated that the cards would be proffer~d; however, they would not be considered by the Board of County Commissioners during the appeal. Mr. Greenman addressed the Board concerning the appeal. Jim Keller, representing Flo Chapin and fifty-three other property owners in the area, addressed the Board and objected to the appeal. He pre- sented authorization signed by the property owners authorizing him to represent them in this matter. Tom Wright, representing Richard Morretti, addressed the Board opposing the appeal. Melda Aldacosta Sperry also addressed the Board and opposed the appeal. Frank Greenman then offered his rebuttal to the previous statements. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to adopt the following Resolution upholding the decision of the Monroe County Planning Commission, without prejudice, and denying the request of Sister's Creek Enterprises to reverse the decision of the Monroe County Planning Commission which denied its request for an al~oho- lic beverage approval for property located on the Island of Key Vaca, Monroe County, Florida. Roll call vote was unani- mous. RESOLUTION NO. 107-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. The Board proceeded with the appeal filed by Charles G. Allen, Jr. and Charles G. McDonald pursuant to the Monroe County Board of Adjustment's actions on December 2 1986, at which time they upheld the decision of Charles Pattison, Director of Planning, in denying a permit to construct a single-family residence and access drive on pro- perty located on a parcel of land on Lower Sugarloaf Beach. The County Attorney advised that the appellants had requested a postponement. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to postpone this appeal until the March 3rd meeting. Motion carried unani- mously. The Board then proceeded to hear the appeal filed by Duck Key Property Owners Association, Inc. pursuant to the Monroe County Planning Commission's actions of , 11? HH December 4, 1986, at which time they approved an alcoholic beverage reques.t by Wayne and Elaine F. Brenner on property located on Lot 20, Block 2, Indies Island, Duck Key, as recorded in Plat Book 5, Page 82 of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, less the 31.46 feet of Lot 20, Block 2, Indies Island, Duck Key, as recorded in Plat Book 5, Page 82 of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida; on Duck Key Drive, MM 61, in Section 21, Township 65S, Range 34E. Frank Greenman, representing Duck Key Property OWners Association, Hawk's Cay Resort, and Duck Key Marina, addressed the Board concerning this appeal. Larry Erskine, representing Wayne and Elaine F. Brenner, objected to the reference to Hawk's Cay, in that they were not a part of the record. The County Attorney ruled that Hawk's Cay would not be referred to since it was not part of the record on appeal. Mayor Hernandez accepted the ruling of the County Attorney. Larry Erskine then addressed the Board repre- senting the Brenners. Mr. Greenman rebutted the statements of Mr. Erskine. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to deny the appeal and uphold the decision of the Planning Commission. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: Commissioner Freeman Commissioner Lytton Commissioner Puto Commissioner Stormont Mayor Hernandez Yes Yes No No No Motion failed. Motion was then made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Stormont to send this matter back to the Planning Commission for rehearing since there were no findings of fact or conclusions of law stated in their deci- sion and to adopt the following Resolution remanding the request of the Duck Key Property OWners Association to reverse the decision of the Monroe County Planning Commission which approved the alcoholic beverage request of Wayne and Elaine F. Brenner back to the Monroe County Planning Commission for reconsideration. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 107A-1987 See Res. Book No. 59 which is incorporated herein by reference. The Board of Appeals adjourned. * * * * * The Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners reconvened with all Commissioners present. BUILDING, PLANNING AND ZONING Howard Tupper discussed the permit request of Royal Appliances, Inc. Roy Byrd addressed the Board con- cerning this matter. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Mayor Hernandez to approve the issuance of the permit under the old Plan on the basis of the property owner's good faith reliance on the previous acts of the County Government and to waive the impact fees since he had applied for his application on a timely basis before the cut-off. Motion carried unanimously. Gene Rhodus addressed the Board and discussed the request for a refund of certain impact fees. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Mayor Hernandez HH 118 to approve the refund of $2,095.82 impact fees for the Building Permit issued November 12, 1986 for Lee Sharpsteen, Lot 8, Block 1, Sunshine Estates, Plantation Key. Motion carried unanimously. EXTENSION SERVICES Jeff Fisher, Director of Extension Services, discussed a proposal and specifications for the Boating Improvement Fund Project on Reef Moorings. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Puto to grant permission to advertise for bids for the Boating Improvement Fund Project on Reef Moorings. Motion carried unanimously. BUILDING, PLANNING AND ZONING Bob Herman, Building Official, discussed new FEMA Flood Plan Management Regulations. He discussed the changes as they concern the elevation and wind load requirements of mobile homes. James McEvoy of Venture Out addressed the Board concerning this problem. Frank Greenman, representing the Coalition of Condominium Mobile Home Parks, also addressed the issue. Mr. Herman advised the Board that this matter was still being formulated and that no official action had been taken as yet. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to adopt the following Resolution approving the correction of scrivener's errors and omissions in the County's Land Development Regulations pursuant to Section l3-l0l(E) of those Regulations regarding the land use map designation of Key Colony Beach Subdivision 1, Government Lot 1, Section 6, Township 66 South, Range 33 East, on Key Vaca, involving portions of Parcels F, E, D, C, Band A. Motion carried unanimously with Commissioner Stormont not present. RESOLUTION NO. 108-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to adopt the following Resolution approving the correction of scrivener's errors and omissions in the County's Land Development Regulations pursuant to Section l3-l0l(E) of those Regulations regarding the land use map designation of Calusa Campground described as Sunset Waterways Subdivision, Lot 15 through 21. Motion carried unanimously with Commissioner Stormont not present. RESOLUTION NO. 109-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Puto to adopt the following Resolution approving the correction of scrivener's errors and omissions in the County's Land Development Regulations pursuant to Section l3-l0l(E) of those Regulations regarding the land use map designation for an unmarked portion of Map Number 14 near Mile Marker 85. Motion carried unanimously with Commissioner Stormont not present. RESOLUTION NO. 110-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. 1=?"\ll~~:D 1;~~ HH 119 Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Puto to adopt the following Resolution approving the correction of scrivener's errors and omissions in the County's Land Development Regulations pursuant to Section 13-101(E) of those Regulations by inserting certain language in Section 1-102(B)(4)(b). Motion carried unani- mously. ~ RESOLUTION NO. 111-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. Commissioner Lytton discussed the First Annual Service Capacity Report. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Puto to adopt the following Resolution requesting that the Florida Department of Transporation con- firm the need for, evaluate design alternatives, and imple- ment construction/installation as appropriate for five specific U.S.l1/S.R.5 improvement projects in the Lower Keys Areas, etc. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 112-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to postpone to the next meeting con- sideration of a Resolution dated January 20, 1987 approving the correction of certain scrivener's errors and omissions of the County's Land Development Regulations. Motion ~ carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to approve, per staff conditions and recommendations, the Application for Variance to the Flood Hazard Ordinance of Andre Bilodeau for the construction of a 288 square foot shed below the lOa-Year Flood Elevation on Lot 13, Block 18, Jolly Rogers, 7 Emerald Drive, Big Coppitt Key; Zoned IS - Improved Subdivision; Coastal Flood Zone V-12, Panel 1517D. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to approve, per staff conditions and recommendations, the Application for Variance to the Flood Hazard Ordinance of Scott C. Cates for the construction of an 800 square foot garage below the lOa-Year Flood Elevation on Lots 4, 5 and 1/2 of Lot 3, Coppitt Extension, Avenue F, Big Coppitt Key; Zoned IS - Improved Subdivision; Coastal Flood Zone A-10, Panel 1731C. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to approve, per staff conditions and recommendations, the Application for Variance to the Flood Hazard Ordinance of Craig C. Cates for the construction of an 800 square foot garage below the laO-Year Flood Elevation ~ on.Lots 8, 2 and easterly 1/2 of Lot 3, Coppitt Extension, Big Coppitt Key; Zoned IS - Improved Subdivision; Coastal Flood Zone A-10, Panel 1731C. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to approve, per staff conditions and recommendations, the Application for Variance to the Flood Hazard Ordinance of Roberto and Juana Sierra for the place- ment of a mobile home below the lOa-Year Flood Elevation on Lot 8, Block 4, Bluewaters Trailer village, 245 Normandy Drive, Upper Keys; Zoned URM - Urban Residential Mobile Home; Coastal Flood Zone V-21, Panel 0994C. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner puto and seconded HH 120 by Commissioner Freeman to approve, per staff conditions and recommendations, the Application for Variance to the Flood Hazard Ordinance of John Louis Savidan for the enclosure of 769 square feet of break-away construction below the 100-Year Flood Elevation on Lot 2, Block 10, Eden pines Colony, 1st Addition, Cactus Lane, Big pine Key; Zoned IS - Improved Subdivision; Coastal Flood Zone V-12, Panel 1517. Motion carried unanimously. - \ i Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to approve, per staff conditions and recommendations, the Application for Variance to the Flood Hazard Ordinance of Ray O. and Sandra Wainwright for a 900 square foot enclosure below the 100-Year Flood Elevation, after-the-fact, for storage with plumbing and electric on 1/2 of Lot 12, all of Lot 13, 14, and 1/2 of Lot 15, Block 3, Paradise Point Cove, Coral Way, Key Largo; Zoned IS - Improved Subdivision; Coastal Flood Zone V-16, Panel 0842. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Lytton to approve, per staff conditions and recommendations, the Application for Variance to the Flood Hazard Ordinance of Marina del Rey (Freddy Castro) for 299 square foot enclosures with plumbing facilities on Lots 1, 2, 3, 18, 19, 20, 15, 16, 17 - Blocks 9, 10, 13 - Ocean Shores Addition, Key Largo; Zoned SR - Suburban Residential; Coastal Flood Zone A-16, Panel 1004. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: Commissioner Freeman Commissioner Lytton Commissioner Puto Commissioner Stormont Mayor Hernandez Yes Yes Yes No Yes - Motion carried. Motion was made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Puto to postpone for two weeks the Application for Variance to the Flood Hazard Ordinance of Irene Wright. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Puto to postpone the Application for Variance to the Flood Hazard Ordinance of Richard Farmer. Motion carried unanimously. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Motion was made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to approve Payment No. 4 to Hendry Corporation in the amount of $17,171.00 for work accomplished on Card Sound Bridge & Fender System. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to approve payment to Public Financial Management, Inc. in the amount of $2,730.83 for financial advisory services for the period 12/16/86 - 1/15/87. Motion carried unanimously. -. Motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner Puto to approve payment to Pittsburgh Testing Laboratory Inspectorate, Inc. in the amount of $2,440.00 for geotechnical inspection work on Plantation Key Wastewater Treatment Plant. Motion carried unanimously. HH - 121 Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to approve Progress Payment Request #9 to Hewett-Kier Construction, Inc. in the amount of $201,752.72 for work performed on Monroe County Criminal Justice Building. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner Puto to approve Progress Payment Request #7 to Hewett-Kier construction, Inc. in the amount of $69,791.89 for work performed on Plantation Key Government Center - Jerry Ellis Building. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to approve payment to Cohen and Dippell, P.C. in the amount of $344.98 for consulting engi- neering services concerning maintenance and protection of the Marine Translator System. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to approve payment to David Paul Horan & Associates, P.A. in the amount of $492.05 for professional services rendered re Monroe County vs. State of Florida and to authorize Mr. Horan to proceed with the litigation up to an amount not to exceed $2,000.00 for legal fees. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to approve payment to Risk Control Associates, Inc. in the amount of $812.00 for risk manage- ment consulting services for January 1987. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner Puto to approve payment of Invoice 122371 to Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan, Inc. in the amount of $44,817.62 for road work performed through December 31, 1986. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to approve 'final payment to Monroe Construction Corporation in the amount of $20,653.00 for work completed on the Monroe County Jail Expansion. During discussion, motion was withdrawn. Motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner Puto to approve payment of Invoice #22633 to Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan, Inc. in the amount of $4,204.31 for professional services re Card Sound Road and Toll Bridge Authority for month ending December 31, 1986. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner Puto to approve the following payments for settlement of Worker's Compensation Claim con- cerning injuries suffered by Tony Leonard Brooks: the amount of $40,000.00 to Tony Leonard Brooks; the amount of $13,800.00 to Tony Leonard Brooks & Emil Jaczynski, Attorney; the amount of $2,550.00 to Tony Leonard Brooks & Ramon Malca, Attorney. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Puto to authorize travel for Sandy Higgs to Tourism Day in Tallahassee on March 3rd and March 4th. Motion carried unanimously. Tom Brown, County Administrator, discussed the pro- posed dates for the laying of the cornerstone at the Jerry ~~ HH Ellis Building in Plantation Key and the J. Lancelot Lester Building in Key West. He indicated that the ceremonies for the J. Lancelot Lester Building would take place at Noon on April 7th and that the ceremonies for the Jerry Ellis Building would take place at 11:30 a.m. on April 8th. The ceremonies will be conducted by the Grand Master of Masons of the state of Florida. Mr. Brown discussed the Washington trip and the proposed stopover in Atlanta to meet with Federal officials. The County Attorney indicated he would like the ability to authorize travel for Art Weiner to accompany him to testify to Federal officials concerning the Long Key Landfill problem. Motion was made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Lytton to authorize travel for Art Weiner to Washington, D.C. to meet with Federal officials concerning the Long Key Landfill site upon recommendation of the County Attorney. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Brown discussed the tenants and current receipts of rental income on the Southard Street property. COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS Michael Halpern, Special Counsel to the Board on Land Use Plan matters, gave a report on his analysis of the Land Use Plan and discussed method for Plan amendments, the existing DCA contracts, and the status of the other contracts the Board and previous Board have executed con- cerning services required for the Land Use Plan. Mr. Halpern also discussed potential funding from private con- servation groups and land trusts. Ervin Higgs, Property Appraiser, addressed the Board concerning the Land Use Plan. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR The County Administrator discussed a letter received from the Tax Collector requesting the selection of a newspaper for the advertisement of the Delinquent Ad Valorem and Personal Property Rolls. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Lytton to authorize the County Administrator to obtain proposals from qualified newspapers for the purpose of advertising the Monroe County Delinquent Real and Personal Property Rolls. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to authorize filing of a visions 2000 Grant Application, with no commitment as to funding. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Lytton to authorize the installation of ten 200-watt street lights along 5th Street on Stock Island from McDonald Avenue to 5th Avenue at an estimated annual cost of $981.60. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Mayor Hernandez to authorize the installation of an asphalt bike path along the east side of 5th Street from McDonald Avenue to 5th Avenue at an estimated cost of $2,669.40 for labor and materials. Motion carried unani- mously. HH 1~ The Board discussed the lights on us #1 and Boca Chica Bridge. The County Administrator advised the Board that he had employed an expert, Clyde Hearn of Ohio, to do a review of the Translator System and discussed the results of that review. He indicated that the current activities of the Translator Committee and the present plans to improve the System were correct and that the Board should go forward on that basis and he recommended against the hiring of a con- sultant to review the System further. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Puto to rescind the Board's previous action authorizing the County Administrator to request proposals for consultants to review the Translator System. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was then made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to authorize payment to Clyde Hearn in an amount not to exceed $500.00. Motion carried unani- mously. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to instruct the County Attorney to advertise for proposals for the establishment of a Monroe County Employee Deferred Compensation Plan. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Puto advise the National Park Service of the United States Department of the Interior that the Board was interested in acquiring, for public park and recreation pur- poses, all or a portion of the Catherine Street Playground, but directing the County Administrator to coordinate his activities with the City Manager. Motion carried unani- mously. Mr. Brown discussed a proposed Employee Overcharge Identification Incentive Program. The Clerk advised the Board that he would require some legal research to be done to assure that this was a proper use of public funds, that the program should be established by ordinance, and that the funding source should be identified. This matter was referred back to the County Administrator for further review and report back to the Board. COUNTY CLERK Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to approve authorization for the Clerk to advertise for Supplemental Budget Hearings on the Capital Projects Fund, the Tourist Development Fund, and the Monroe County Transportation Trust Fund. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Stormont and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to approve the following Fine and Forfeiture Expenditures: COMPETENCY ~ PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, Jeffrey Elenewski, Ph.D., in the amount of $600.00; Richard Hellmann, Ph.D., in the amount of $225.00; Tanju T. Mishara, Ph.D., in the amount of $150.00. COURT-APPOINTED ATTORNEYS, Roberta S. Fine, in the amount of $331.25; Franklin D. Greenman, in the amount of $200.00; James R. Keller, in the amount of $506.25. OTHER EXPENSES & COSTS, Nancy Flores, in the amount HH~-124 of $736.95: Charles G. Hotchkiss, in the amount of $139.90: Jerry Phelps, in the amount of $835.00: Louis J. Spallone, Clerk, in the amount of $200.00: State of Florida, in the amount of $66.90. COURT REPORTER SERVICES, Associated Court Reporters, in the amount of $30.00: Eugenia B. Lawrence, in the amount of $87.00: Laws Reporting, Inc., in the amount of $89.50: Nancy J. Maleske, in the amount of $14.35: Manana Reporting, Inc., in the amount of $25.00: Terry Moran, in the amount of $850.40: Nichols & Hardy Court Reporters, in the amount of $90.00: Record Reporting Service, in the amount of $280.95. COURT INTERPRETER SERVICES, Serafin Calero, in the amount of $50.00: Manuel J. Marcial, in the amount of $85.00: Jorge L. Morales, in the amount of $60.00: Alma Renta, in the amount of $65.00: Maria Sardina, in the amount of $190.00. WITNESS PAYROLL, Regular Witness Fees, in the amount of $80.00: Auto Allowance and Travel, in the amount of $837.80. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Stormont and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to approve the following Warrants: GENERAL REVENUE FUND, #64967-#64969 and #65291- #65778, in the amount of $2,564,947.50. GENERAL REVENUE FUND, Barnett Bank, #64, in the amount of $7,298.41. GENERAL REVENUE FUND, Marathon Bank, 164, in the amount of $4,628.55. SUPPLEMENT TO GENERAL REVENUE FUND, #181, in the amount of $22,089.63:- ---- FINE & FORFEITURE FUND, 1561-1571, void #566, in the amount of $1,474,834.39:--- AIRPORT OPERATION & MAINTENANCE FUND, 1386, in the amount of $14,132.59. ROAD & BRIDGE FUND, 1431, in the amount of $132,580.00:- - ROAD & BRIDGE FUND, Special Projects, Barnett Bank, #4, in the-aIDount of $135.00. ROAD & BRIDGE FUND, Special Projects, Marine Bank, #7, in the-aIDount of $300.00. MSD TAX DISTRICT, 1365, in the amount of $45,94l.6r:- --- MSD, Marine Bank, Marathon, 1895-1897, in the amount of-ra3,162.06. LAW LIBRARY FUND, 1190, in the amount of $1,415.75. CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND, 1200-1201, in the amount of $2,219.98. HH 1.25 CARD SOUND BRIDGE FUND, #163-1164, in the amount of $44,677.5S:-- WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION, #2115-#2122, in the amount of $11,902.94. TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL, #331-#337, in the amount of $214,390.66. MONROE COUNTY SELF-INSURED GROUP INSURANCE, 1170-#172, in the amount of $2,158.71. TRANSLATOR FUND, 1128, in the amount of $15,919.24. CROSS KEY WATERWAY, #40, in the amount of $658.09. FUND 715 MARINERS HOSPITAL SPECIAL TAX DISTRICT, #16, in the amount of $7,829.92. --- FUND 716 SPECIAL TAX DISTRICT PLANNING, BUILDING & CODE ENFORCEMENT, #42-144, in the amount of $191,090.67. Motion carried unanimously. AWARDING OF BIDS The County Administrator advised the Board of receipt of the following bids for three (3) 1987 three- quarter ton vans: Bob Chango Inc. 3500 North Roosevelt Boulevard Key West, Florida 33040 $10,155.00. each Duncan Ford, Lincoln-Mercury 1618 Roosevelt Boulevard Key West, Florida 33040 $10,492.00 each Duncan Chrysler, Plymouth, Dodge 1618 Roosevelt Boulevard Key West, Florida 33040 $ 9,787.00 each Motion was made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Puto to accept the recommendation of the County Administrator and award the bid for three (3) 1987 three- quarter ton vans to the low bidder, Duncan Chrysler, Plymouth, Dodge, in the amount of $9,787.00 each. Motion carried unanimously. The County Administrator advised the Board of receipt of the following bids for three (3) 1987 three- quarter ton pickup trucks: Bob Chango Inc. 3500 North Roosevelt Boulevard Key West, Florida 33040 $10,127.00 each Duncan Ford, Lincoln-Mercury 1618 Roosevelt Boulevard Key West, Florida 33040 $10,986.00 each Duncan Chrysler, Plymouth, Dodge 1618 Roosevelt Boulevard Key West, Florida 33040 $10,370.00 each Motion was made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Lytton to accept the recommendation of the HH-- 126 County Administrator and award the bid for three (3) three- quarter ton pickup trucks to the low bidder, Bob Chango Inc., in the amount of $10,127.00 each. Motion carried una- nimously. The County Administrator advised the Board of receipt of the following bids for one (1) 1987 one-ton chassis and cab: Bob Chango Inc. 3500 North Roosevelt Boulevard Key West, Florida 33040 $11,764.00 Duncan Ford, Lincoln-Mercury 1618 Roosevelt Boulevard Key West, Florida 33040 $12,166.59 Duncan Chrysler, Plymouth, Dodge 1618 Roosevelt Boulevard Key West, Florida 33040 $11,880.00 Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to accept the recommendation of the County Administrator and award the bid for one (1) 1987 one- ton chassis and cab to the low bidder, Bob Chango Inc., in the amount of $11,764.00. Motion carried unanimously. EMERGENCY SERVICES Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Puto to authorize replacement of electrical service and wiring at the Big pine Key Fire Station1 to . accept the low bid from Pedro Falcon, Electrical Contractor, Ramrod Key, in the amount of $4,900.00 to do the work; to authorize $4,500.00 from the current fiscal year's budget and to transfer the additional $400.00 from the Maintenance of Buildings account. Motion carried unanimously. Reggie paros, Emergency Services Director, discussed the proposed Interlocal Agreement with the City of Key West for providing ambulance service to Municipal Services Taxing District I-A (Stock Island/Key Haven areas). He advised the Board that the City of Key West was requesting an increase of $11,000.00 and that the City had not documented the need or purpose of the increase. Mr. Paros was authorized to discuss this matter with the City Manager and make a report back to the Board. The Board then recessed for a meeting of the Land Authority. * * * * * The Board reconvened with all Commissioners present. COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS The County Attorney presented a proposed Emergency Ordinance concerning the Blue Ribbon Committee. Motion was made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Puto declaring an emergency exists; waiving the requirements of advertising under the provisions of Florida Statutes 125.66; and adopting the following Ordinance creating a Blue Ribbon Committee to review the Land Use Plan; declaring such Ordinance an emergency measure; appointing the members thereof and describing the Committee's duties, terms and HH ~ 127 other prov1s1ons, including compensation and allowances; providing for severability; providing for the repeal of all Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict with this Ordinance; providing for inclusion in the Code of Ordinances of Monroe County; and providing for an effective date. ORDINANCE NO. 004-1987 See Ord. Book No. 13 which is incorporated herein by reference. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: Commissioner Freeman Commissioner Lytton Commissioner Puto Commissioner Stormont Mayor Hernandez Yes Yes Yes No Yes Motion carried. Motion was then made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to adopt the following Resolution creating a Blue Ribbon Committee to review the Land Use Plan; appointing the members thereof and requiring an Ordinance to be passed to describe the Committee's duties, terms and other provisions, including compensation and allowances. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 112A-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Commissioner Puto to adopt the following Resolution requesting the Legislature of the State of Florida to impose an additional one cent tourist impact tax in Monroe County, Florida; providing that certain items con- tained in the previous enactment be removed; and requesting The Honorable Ron Saunders and The Honorable Larry Plummer to sponsor said legislation. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 113-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to adopt the following Resolution requesting the Monroe County Legislative Delegation to introduce for passage a Bill to permit an additional ninth cent gas tax as a County option to be effective upon passage by a super majority vote of the County Commission. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 114-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was made by Commissioner Lytton and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to adopt the following Resolution requesting the Monroe Legislative Delegation to introduce for passage legislation permitting an additional sales tax of 1~ to fund criminal justice facilities. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 115-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference: HHl-l~8 Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Stormont to adopt the following Resolution requesting the State of Florida to return certain property on Long Key to Monroe County for use as a solid waste faci- lity. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 116-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was made by Commissioner Puto and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to adopt the following Resolution approving the various proposals passed and adopted by the Five-County Conference held in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, on February 13, 1987; requesting both Senator Larry Plummer and Representative Ron Saunders to use their best efforts in the upcoming 1987 Session of the Legislature to adopt said measures and to cooperate with the Representatives and Senators of Broward County, Dade County, Palm Beach County, and Martin County in so doing. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 117-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was made by Commissioner Freeman and seconded by Mayor Hernandez to adopt the following Resolution requesting the Monroe County Legislative Delegation to introduce a Bill to add a third cent to the tourist development tax for Monroe County; to divide said tax with one-half cent to go to the Jail Fund and the balance discretionary to be used by the County Commission to reduce ad valorem taxes. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 118-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. Motion was made by Mayor Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Freeman to adopt the following Resolution naming the Teenage Center located on South Roosevelt Boulevard for its founder, Louis Carbonell, and directing the County Administrator to erect thereon in perpetuity an appropriate marker recognizing said Louis Carbonell. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 119-1987 See Res. Book No. 57 which is incorporated herein by reference. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. * * * * *