02/24/1984 RegularAA 7 009
A regular meeting
Commissioners convened on
answering to roll call wer
Commissioner Jerry Hernand
Sorensen, Commissioner Ed
Harvey. Also present were
Proby, County Attorney; Ke
Members of the County's Co
the Press and Radio; and g
Regular Meeting
Board of County Commissioners
Friday, February 24, 1984-!
10:00 A.M., Marathon
of the Board of County
he above date. Present and
Commissioners Alison Fahrer,
z, Jr., Commissioner Ken
wift and Chairman Wilhelmina
Danny L. Kolhage, Clerk; Lucien
mit Lewin, County Administrator;
sulting Engineerings; Member's of
neral public.
All stood for the�Invocation and remained standing
for the Pledge of Allegiance.to the Flag.
Prior to the start of the meeting Mayor Harvey
recognized Senator Larry Plummer and Representative Joe
Allen who were present in 'he audience.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
First item was a public hearing on a proposed ordi-
nance amending Ordinance No. 9-1981 to provide.that the
Tourist Development Tax imposed in the aforesaid ordinance
by virtue of Florida Statutes 125.0104 may be levied and
collected in all of Monroe County. Proof of publication -was
entered into the records. Motion was made by Commissioner
Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to read the
proposed ordinance by title only. Motion carried unani-
mously. Mr. George Butler of the Upper Keys, Islmorada and
Marathon Chambers of Comme,ce and the Mid Keys Business
Association, addressed the6Board and made some recommen-
dations concerning the proposed ordinance. Mr. Henry
Rosenthal also addressed the Board. Motion was made by
Commissioner Swift and seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to
amend the proposed ordinanIce to include the language con-
cerning the construction o: facilities as provi-ded in the
Florida Law. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was 'made
by Commissioner Swift and seconded by Commissioner Sor-'ensen
to amend the proposed ordinance to change the boundariies to
read, "from the west end of the Seven Mile Bridge to the
City limits of the City ofKey West and -from the west end of
the Seven Mile Bridge to the Long Key Bridge and from the
Long Key Bridge to Snake Creek Bridge". Roll call vote was
taken and carried unanimously. Motion was made by
Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to
amend Section 4 of the proposed ordinance to read at the end
of the paragraph, "in each voting district". Motion carried
unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Siwift to adopt the ordinance,as
amended. Roll call vote was taken and carried unanimo'usly.
ORDINANLCE NO.009-1984
See Ord. Book No. 7 which is incorporated herein by
reference.
A public hearing was held on a proposed ordinance
amending Section 13-26 and Section 13-29 of Division 2,.
entitled "Television Translator Taxing District", of Article
II of Chapter 13 of the Monroe County Code of Ordinances -
providing for the inclusion of the City of Key West and/or
the City of Key Colony Beach in the Translator District.
Proof of publication was entered into the records. Motion
was made by.Commissioner Fahrer and seconded by Commissioner
Sorensen to read the proposed ordinance by title only.
Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner
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Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to amend the
caption to include the City.of Key Colony Beach. Motion was
made by Commissioner Hernandezand seconded byoCommissioner
Sorensen to adop the ordinance as amended. Motion carried
unanimously.
.ORDINANCE NO.010-1984
See Ord. Book No. 7 which is incorporated herein by
reference.
OPENING OF BIDS
Next item was the opening of sealed bids for one
(1) 2-Ton Stake Dump Truck, 1983-84. Proof of publication
was entered into the records. Motion was made by
Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Hernandez
to authorize the Clerk to open the bids. Motion carried
unanimously. The following bids were received:
Duncan Ford, Lincoln-Mercury
1618 Roosevelt Boulevard
Key West, Florida 33040 $17,284.60
Bob Chango, Inc.-
3500 N. Roosevelt Boulevard
Key West, Florida 33040 $18,448.50
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and seconded by
Commissioner Fahrer to refer the bids to staff for a report
back in two (2) weeks. Motion carried unanimously.
Next was the opening of sealed bids for installa-
tion of daybeacons to mark the channel in "lakes" section
between Key West and Boca Grande, Florida Keys. Proof of
publication was entered into the records. Motion was made
by Commissioner Swift and seconded by Commissioner Hernandez
to authorize the Clerk to open the bids. Motion carried
unanimously with Commissioner Sorensen not present. The
following bids were received:
Upper Keys Marine Construction, Inc.
P. 0. Box 18AAA
Key Largo, Florida 33037 $ 9,022.00
Frank Keevan & Son, Inc.
2nd Street, Stock Island
Key West, Florida 33040 $12,777.00
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and seconded by
Commissioner Fahrer to refer the bids to staff for a report
back in two (2) weeks. Motion carried unanimously.
Next item Was_the opening of sealed bids for the
installation of daybeacons in Key Colony Beach (East and
West), Marathon Florida. Proof of publication was entered
into the records. Motion was made by Commissioner Fahrer
and seconded by Chairman Harvey to authorize the Clerk to
open the bids. Motion carried unanimously with Commissioner
Sorensen absent. The following bids were received:
Upper Keys Marine
P. 0. Box 18AAA
Key Largo, Florida
Construction, Inc.
33037
Frank Kee.van & Son, Inc.
2nd Street, Stock Island
Key West, Florida 33040
$ 1,800.00
$ 2,877.00
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and 'seconded by
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report back in two (2) weeks. Motion carried unanimously
with Commissioner Sorensen not present.
Next was the opening of sealed bids for drainage
improvements, Key Largo Roads (Mile Marker 95 to Mile Marker
101), Key Largo, Florida. Proof of publication was entered
into the records. Motion was made by by Commissioner Fahrer
and seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to authorize the Clerk
to open the bids. Motion carried unanimously. The
following bids were received:
Community Asphalt Corp.
P. 0. Box 9179
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33084 $113,460.91
General Asphalt Co., Inc.
P. 0. Box 52 2306
Miami, Florida 33152 $ 88,393.30
Brewer Co., of Fla., Inc.
9801 N.W. 1O6th Street
Miami, Florida 33178 $ 77,661.55
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by
Commissioner Hernandez to refer the bids to staff for a
report back in two (2) weeks. Motion carried unanimously.
Next was the opening of sealed bids for drainage
improvements, Big Pine Key Roads (Mile Marker 28 to Mile
Marker 32), Big Pine Key, Florida. Proof of publication was
entered into the records. Motion was made by Commissioner
Sorensen and seconded by Chairman Harvey to authorize the
Clerk to open the bids. Motion carried unanimously. The
following bids were received:
Charley Toppino & Sons, Inc.
Mile Marker 81, U. S. Highway 1
Key West, Florida 33040 $282,345.86
General Asphalt Co., Inc.
P. 0. Box 52 2306
Miami, Florida 33152 $200,710.05
Brewer Co.; of Fla., Inc.
9801 N.W. 1O6th Street -
Miami, Florida 33178 $125,275.18
Motion was made by Commissioner Fahrer and seconded by
Chairman Harvey to refer the bids to staff for a report back
in two (2) weeks. Motion carried unanimously.
REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Commissioner Sorensen discussed the proposed
contract for consulting services with the Planning
Consultants of Kendig, Siemon, Larson and Purdy. Motion was
made by Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner
Fahrer to authorize the County Attorney to prepare and the
Chairman to execute a resolution authorizing the Chairman of
r- the Board of County Commissioners to execute an Agreement by
and between Monroe County, Florida, and the Joint Venture of
Kendig, Siemon and Larsen and Purdy. Motion carried unani-
mously.
RESOLUTION NO.O45-1984
See Res. Book No. 36 which is incorporated herein by ref.
Motion was made by Commissioner Fahrer and seconded
by Commissioner Swift authorizing the County Attorney to
prepare and the Chairman to execute a resolution approving
the petition of Wiley B. and Pauline H. Barefoot; announcing
and disclaiming any County rights in and to that portion of
Bowen Drive lying between Block 13, Lot 4, Block 12, and
private beach, Bowen's Addition to Riviera Village, Key
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Largo, Monroe County, Florida; making said disclaimer
retroactive to January 25, 1972. Motion carried unani-
mously.
RESOLUTION NO.046-1984
See Res. Book No. 36 which is incorporated herein by ref.
Motion was made by Commissioner Fahrer and seconded
by Chairman Harvey to approve the following items by unani-
mous consent:
LEGAL DEPARTMENT
Proclamation declaring Saturday, February 18, 1984 The Key
West Last Resort Marathon Day.
Approval of,letter to Mr. A. J. Hagstrom, U. S. Coast Guard,
accepting the U. S. Coast Guard's donation of Tavernier
Creek Daybeacons Nos. 12 and 13.
County Attorney was authorized to advertise and call for
bids for the installation and modification of daybeacons to
mark Tavernier Creek, Gulfside, Florida Keys.
Resolution authorizing and directing the execution of South
Florida Employment and Training Consortium Agreement; and
designating the County Administrator as the Official County
Representative.
RESOLUTION NO.047-1984
See Res. Book No. 36 which is incorporated herein by ref.
Resolution approving Change Order No. 1 amending the
Contract by and between Frank Keevan and Son, Inc., and
Monroe County covering deletions to said contract due to the
request of the Florida Department of Transportation that the
cover (fill) over the pipe be installed under U. S. Highway
1 at Big Coppitt Key be increased.
RESOLUTION NO.048-1984
See Res. Book No. 36 which is incorporated herein by ref.
County Attorney was authorized to advertise and call for a
public hearing on a proposed ordinance replacing Ordinance
No. 19-1983, Right -of -Way Use Permit and Fee Schedule.
Resolutions concerning receipt of unanticipated funds from
other governmental agencies.
RESOLUTION NO.049-1984
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RESOLUTION NO.051- 984
See Res. Book No. 3*6 which is incorporated herein by ref.
Resolution concerning receipt of unanticipated funds and
rescinding Resolution No. 013-1984.
RESOLUTION NO.052-1984
See Res. Book No. 36 which is incorporated herein by ref.
Resolution transferring funds.
RESOLUTION NO.053-1984
See Res. Book No. 36 which is incorporated herein by ref.
Resolution authorizing the Chairman of the Board of County
Commissioners to execute an Agreement by and between Monroe
County, Florida, and Celeste Rossi to provide food service.
RESOLUTION NO.054-1984
See Res. Book No. 36 which is incorporated herein by ref.
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Resolution authorizing execution by and between Monroe
County and Five 66666 Cab Company for the purpose of
operating a cab service at the Key West International
Airport.
REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS FROM CLERK TO THE BOARD
Warrants for January and February, 1984:
W A R R A N T S
GENERAL REVENUE FUND, #16499-17598, in the amount
of $2,491, 68 2626.
GENERAL REVENUE FUND, BOULEVARD BANK, #39, in the
amount of 35,236.90.
GENERAL REVENUE FUND, MARATHON BANK, #39, in the
amount of 0,499.97.
GENERAL REVENUE FUND, FRS, #121, in the amount of
$109,723.-3-1
SUPPLEMENT TO THE GENERAL REVENUE FUND, #135-136,
in the amount of ,T-06,1T3.22.
FINE & FORFEITURE FUND, #314-320, in the amount of
$13,106,11T.-27.
ROAD & BRIDGE FUND, #263-267, in the amount of
$413,804.T0.
ROAD & BRIDGE FUND (SPECIAL ROAD PROJECTS), #1, in
the amount of $282.00.
CAPITAL PROJECT FUND, #48-50, in the amount of
$75.00.
AIRPORT OPERATION & MAINTENANCE FUND, #198-203, in
the amount of 90,466.04.
MONROE COUNTY GROUP INSURANCE, #1, in the amount of
$30,798.30.
MONROE COUNTY SELF INSURED GROUP INSURANCE FUND,
#1, in the amount of 7 934.70.
TRANSLATOR FUND, #24-26, in the amount of
$236,743.2 .
LAW LIBRARY FUND, #106-108, in the amount of
$681.50.
CARD SOUND BRIDGE REVENUE FUND, #18-20, in the
amoufat of 33, 3� 5.99.
MSD TAX DISTRICT FUND NO. 104, #458-462, iu the
amount ofT785,819.46.
WORKMENS COMPENSATION, #826-855, in the amount of
$59,375.22.
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT FUND, #83-86, in the amount of
$98,252.08.
MSD TAX DISTRICT, #178-182, in the amount of
$256,775.61.
MSD TAX DISTRICT, BOULEVARD BANK, #6, in the amount
of $19756.34.
MSD TAX DISTRICT, STATE BANK, #5, in the amount of
$3,384.93.
1981 INTEREST & SINKING FUND, #16-17, in the amount
of $368.6j—
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Fine and Forfeiture Expenditures for the month of February,
1984:
FINE & FORFEITURE FUND
COMPETENCY & PSY. EVALUATIONS, Mental Health Clinic
in the amount of 250.00; Henry Lee Morgenstern in the
amount of $32.50.
COURT APPOINTED ATTORNEYS, Michael Gilbert in the
amount of 00. 0; James R. Keller in the amount of $779.38;
William Kuypers in the amount of $518.75; Jeffrey B. Meyer
in the amount of $600.00; Henry Lee Morgenstern in the
amount of $1,790.00.
OTHER EXPENSES, Louis Spallone in the amount of
$100.00.
COURT REPORTER SERVICES, Associated Court Reporters
in the amount of 465.95; Certified Court Reporters in the
amount of $669.25; Brenda Farrell in the amount of
$3,545.40.
COURT INTERPRETER, Tana DeGamez in the amount of
$95.00; Jerome Grapel in the amount of $60.00; Alicia
Utermark in the amount of $65.00.
WITNESS FEES & WITNESS PAYROLL, Fees in the amount
of $390.00; Travel in the amount of 2,385.18.
Monroe County Advertising expenditures:
MONROE COUNTY ADVERTISING COMMISSION EXPENDITURES
STUART NEWMAN ASSOCIATES, Inv. #399, in the amount
of $5,733.80; Inv. 444, in the amount of $1,045.00; Inv.
#445, in the amount of $375.00; Inv. #446, in the amount of
$5,740.26.
Monroe County Tourist Development Council expenditures:
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL FUNDS
SOUTHERN BELL, in the amount of $382.41.
PITNEY BOWES, in the amount of $104.25.
NORWEIGIAN CARIBBEAN LINES (Key Lime Pie), in the
amount of 400.00.
STUART NEWMAN ASSOCIATES, Inv. #449, in the amount
of $17,790.35, Inv. 45O,in the amount of $7,099.90; Inv.
#4519 in the amount of $941.20; Inv. #452, in the amount of
$1,241.15; Inv. #454, in the amount of $7,173.76.
RED BARN THEATER, in the amont of $635.45.
KEY WEST FISHING TOURNAMENT, IN THE AMOUNT OF
$2,224.75 and 528.00.
KEY WEST CITIZEN, IN THE AMOUNT OF $14.24 and
$28.48.
ISLAND ROOTS FESTIVAL, in the amount of $6,012.64.
Minutes for the Special Meeting of January 6, 1984 and
Regular Meeting of January 13, 1984.
REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Payment in the amount of $34,013.16 for the month of
December, 1983 to Post, Buckley, Schuh and Jernigan, Inc.
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Contract Addendum by and between Florida Department of
Health and Rehabilitative Services extending the
Cuban/Haitian Entrant Contract for Personal Health Services
through June 30, 1984.
Payment of Invoice No. 19 in the amount of $17,888.30 and
Invoice No. 22 in the amount of $10,687.53 to Post, Buckley,
Schuh and Jernigan, Inc., for the months of September and
December, 1983 for the Municipal Service District.
Payment No. 1 in the amount of $25,783.00 to Charley Toppino
and Sons for drainage improvements on Front Street, Stock
Island.
Letter of Agreement with Kemp and Rosasco, CPA, for examina-
tions of the financial statements for the following Social
Service Grants: Nutrition Program, Title III C-1, Title III
C-2, Title III C-1 non -recurring and Title C-2 III non-
recurring; Homemaker Title III-B Grant; Transportation Title
III-B .
Approval of FAA Grant of $63,211.00, AIP Project No.
3-12-0037-02, Key West International Airport and authoriza-
tion for the Chairman to execute said documents with the
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation
Administration (contract No. DTFA06-84-A-80012),update
Airport master plan.
County Attorney was authorized to advertise for contractors
FAA AIP-01 Project Key West International Airport (Runway
and Ramp Lighting, CFR Building, Phase 2 Entrance Road).
County Attorney was authorized to advertise for Contract FAA
AIP-01 Project, Marathon Airport (Install Taxiway Lighting).
Approval of Contract No. 84-4-878, U.S.D.A., by and between
Monroe County Board of County Commissioners and the Area
Agency on Aging for Dade and Monroe Counties, United Way of
Dade County, Inc., for the Monroe County Nutrition Program
for period of October 1, 1983.
Resolution authorizing the Board of County Commissioners
acting as the Board of Governors to the Municipal Service
District, to enter into a Consent Order by and between the
State of Florida, Department of Environmental Regulation and
Monroe County Municipal Service District and that the
Director of the Municipal Service District is hereby
authorized to pay to the Department of Environmental
Regulation the $2,000.00 provided for in the Consent Order.
RESOLUTION NO. 055-1984
See Res. Book No. 36 which is incorporated herein by ref.
Approval of Agreement for new admission to Bayshore Manor
with Katharine W. O'Leary.
Approval to conduct a study concerning the feasibility of
providing Advanced Life Support Ambulance Service within
District 1-D, Big Pine Key, Florida.
During discussion motion was made by Commissioner
Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to remove Item
E-24, Resolution authorizing execution by and between Monroe
County and Five 66666 Cab Company for the purpose of
operating a cab service at the Key West International
.Airport. Roll call vote was taken unanimously. Roll call
vote was taken on the motion as amended and carried
unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Hernandez to adopt the following
resolution authorizing execution by and between Monroe
County and Five 66666 Cab Company for the purpose of
operating a cab service at the Key West International
Airport. Roll call vote was taken and carried unanimously
with commisisoner Swift abstaining due to a conflict of
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RESOLUTION NO. 056-1984
See. Res. Book No. 36 which is incorporated herein by
reference.
REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS OF BOARD MEMBERS
The Board discussed the request for an allocation
of funds to the Key West Junior Football League. Motion was
made by Commissioner Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner
Swift to allocate the sum of $3,000.00 from Contingency to
be expended for the Key West Junior Football League. Roll
call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
Mayor Harvey
Motion carried.
Fahrer
No
Hernandez
Yes
Sorensen
Yes
Swift
Yes
Yes
LEGAL DEPARTMENT
Mr. Robert Anderson of the Save Our Shoreline Group
made a presentation to the Board concerning the proposed
Simonton Street Project to be funded with Boating
Improvement Funds. Motion was made by Commissioner Swift
and seconded by Commissioner Hernandez to adopt the
following resolutions striking from both documents any and
all references to Save Our Shores and replacing it with The
City of Key West and also including the provision that the
City will provide the County with a hold harmless agreement.
Resolution certifying adherence to Chapter 16D-5.37 Part III
of the boating Improvement Fund Rules and Regulations for
the Simonton Street Project.
RESOLUTION NO.057-1984
See Res. Book No. 36 which is incorporated herein by
reference.
Resolution authorizing the Chairman of the Board of County
Commissioners to execute an Agreement by and between Monroe
County, Florida, and The City of Key West concerning the
Simonton Street Project.
RESOLUTION NO.058-1984
See Res. Book No. 36 which is incorporated herein by
reference.
Roll call vote was taken and carried unanimously.
Motion was- made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Swift to postpone the following
items for two (2) weeks:
Resolution certifying adherence to Chapter 16D-5.37 Part III
of the Boating Improvement Fund Rules and Regulations for
the Garrison Bight Complex Project.
Resolution authorizing the Chairman of the Board of County
Commissioners to execute an agreement by and between the Port
and Transit Authority of Key West and Monroe County con-
cerning the Garrison Bight Project.
Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Hillman addressed the Board
and discussed and opposed the Garrison Bight Project. The
County Administrtor was directed to have a recommendation
for the Board concerning the use of the ramp at Garrison
Bight.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Commissioner
Key. Motion was made
by Chairman Harvey to
Fifth and Sixth Cents
GROUP V
Hernandez discussed roads at Conch
by Commissioner Hernandez and seconded
replace the roads in Conch Key on the
priority list in the following groups:
DISTRICT 4
II Street N Atlas No. Length Pvm't Subdivision Pts.
Width
Seaview
67.001
686'
16'
Conch Key 48
North Conch Ave
67.002
792'
17'
Conch Key 54
West Conch Ave
67.003
230'
16'
Conch Key 48
South Conch Ave
67.004
634'
16'
Conch Key 58
Blackwood
78.015
634'
18'
Strattons 69
Mastic
78.005
450'
18'
Strattons 57
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TOTAL 3426' Lstimatea Cost lotto, 1.
Roll call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Fahrer No
Commissioner Hernandez Yes
Commissioner Sorensen Yes
Commissioner Swift Yes
Mayor Harvey Yes
Motion carried.
REQUEST TO ADDRESS THE BOARD
Mr. John Goodknight of the Florida Department of
Transportation addressed the Board concerning the update of
the County's Five year Plan. Mr. Bill Daniels from the
Future Direction of Marathon Committee addressed the Board
and favored the 4-laning of Marathon as early as possible.
Mr. Bob Ernst of the Middle Keys Citizens Association
addressed the Board. Mr. Herbert Emilence discussed the
18-Mile Stretch between Monroe County and Florida City. Mr.
Jim Lewis also addressed the Board concerning the 4-laning
of U.S. Highway 1 in Marathon. Motion was made by
Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Fahrer
directing the County Attorney to prepare and authorizing the
Chairman to execute a resolution indicating that Monroe
County considers the 4-laning of U. S. Highway 1 in Marathon
as a vital concern and the number one issue in U. S. Highway
1 improvement priorities and requesting that all necessary
resources be directed to that area. Motion carried
unanimously.
RESOLUTION N0.058A-1984
See Res. Book No. which in incorporated herein by ref:
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Swift to approve a variance to the
Flood Hazard Ordinance for Ortelio Lopez for property
located at Lot 4 and adjoining 40' of Lot 3, Block 3, Key
Haven 7th Addition. Roll call vote was taken with the
following results:
Commissioner Fahrer No
Commissioner Hernandez Yes
Commissioner Sorensen No
Commissioner Swift No
Mayor Harvey No
Motion failed. Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to deny said variance for
Ortelio Lopez. Roll call vote was taken with the following
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results:
Commissioner
Fahrer
Yes
Commissioner
Hernandez
No
Commissioner
Sorensen
Yes
Commissioner
Swift
Yes
Mayor Harvey
Yes
Motion to deny passed.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to approve a variance to
the Flood Hazard Ordinance for Gerald Mayette to construct
trap building on property located on Lot 14, block 1, Vaca
Key, Parrish Subdivision, PB-218 subject to the necessary
flood proofing. Roll call vote was taken and carried
unanimously.
Mr. Hendricks, Attorney reprsenting Mr. Ben Pumo,
addressed the Board concerning this request for a variance
to the Flood Hazard Ordinance for aircraft utilization on
property located at Government Lot 9, Ocean Reef Clud,
Barracude Lane, North Key Largo. Motion was made by
Commissioner Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Fahrer
to approve the request. Roll call vote was taken and
carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to approve a variance to the
Flood Hazard Ordinance for Roger C. and Linda Yorde for
construction on property located at Lot 22, Block 3,
Summerland Key Cove Amended Plat, North Airport Drive,
Summerland Key. During discussion Commissioner Fahrer
withdrew her second and the motion died for lack of a
second. Motion was made by Commissioner Fahrer and seconded
by Commissioner Sorensen to deny said variance. Roll call
vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner
Fahrer
Yes
Commissioner
Hernandez
No
Commissioner
Sorensen
Yes
Commissioner
Swift
Yes
Mayor Harvey
Yes
Motion to deny passed.
Motion was made by Commissioner Swift and seconded
by Commissioner Hernandez to approve a variance to the Flood
Hazard Ordinance for Edward Hook on property located at Lot
1, Block 5, Cross Key Waterway Estate to put trailer to same
elevation as surrounding trailers in that area. Roll call
vote was taken an carried unanimously.
REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS OF BOARD MEMBERS
Mr. Fran Lyle addressed the Board concerning some
Flood Insurance problems. No action was taken.
BOARD OF APPEALS
A Board of Appeals Meeting was held with all
Commissioners present along with the Clerk, County Attorney,
County Administrator, members of the Press, Radio and
interested citizens.
Proof of publication was entered into the records.
First appeal was that of Mr. and Mrs. Hagopian who
requested that the Board of County Commissioners reverse the
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decision of the Monroe County Zoning Board in their action
to approve a change of Zoning from BU-1-L to BU-1-0 and
approving a Special Use Approval for a Montessori School in
a BU-1-0 District on the North i of Lot 29 and all of Lot
30, Block 11, of Sunset Cove Subdivision, as recorded in
Plat Book 1, Page 165 and located in Section 32, township 61
South, Range 39 East, Key Largo. (The application was filed
by Maria Tompkins). Motion was made by Commissioner Swift
and seconded by Commissioner Hernandez to let the record
reflect that the appellant in this matter was Mr. and Mrs.
Hagopian and that the original applicant was Maria Tompkins.
Motion carried unanimously. Ms. Carolyn Wolfe, Attorney
representing Mr. and Mrs. Hagopian, addressed the Board.
Mr. James Lynch representing Barbara Taylor of the
Montessori School addressed the Board. Motion was made by
Commissioner Fahrer and seconded by Commissioner Swift to
deny the appeal and uphold the decision of the Zoning Board.
During discussion Mr. Jack Hagopian addressed the Board con-
cerning the appeal. Roll call vote was taken with the
following results:
Commissioner Fahrer Yes
Commissioner Hernandez Yes
Commissioner Sorensen Yes
Commissioner Swift Yes
Chairman Harvey No
Motion carried.
REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Hernandez to authorize reimbur-
sement to the Occupational License for Loyal Order of the
Moose, a non-profit organization, in the amount of $450.00.
Roll call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Fahrer No
Commissioner Hernandez Yes
Commissioner Sorensen Yes
Commissioner Swift Yes
Chairman Harvey Yes
Motion carried.
Motion was made by Commissioner Fahrer and seconded
by Commissioner Sorensen to approve the following variances
to the AICUZ Zone:
Michael and Jacqueline McCorkle - approval of a
variance on Lot 8, Block 8, Porpoise Point Section 5, as
recorded in Plat Book 5, page 119, and located in Section
22, Township 67 South, Range 26 East, Big Coppitt Key, AICUZ
Zone 2A (65-70db), zoning classification is RU-4.
E. G. Kyle, etal - approval of a variance of a
piece of property on Rockland Key, Part of Government Lot 6,
OR 105-504, 505, 506, more particularly described by metes
and bounds and located in Section 21, township 67 South,
Range 26 East, Rockland Key, AICUZ Zone 3 (75db), zoning
classification is GU.
Motion carried unanimously.
BOARD OF APPEALS
A Board of Appeals Meeting was held with all
Commissioners present along with the Clerk, County Attorney,
County Administrator, members of the Press, Radio and
interested citizens.
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Proof of publication was entered into the records.
The Board heard the appeal of Mr. Jack Dykstra who
requested that the Board of County Commissioners reverse the
decision rendered on October 27, 1983 by the Monroe County
Zoning Board, in denying his request for a change of zoning
from RU-1 to RU-3, on a parcel of land in a part of
Government Lot 1, Section 9, Township 66 South, Range 32
East, Marathon, Key Vaca, Mile Marker 48.6. During
discussion of the Board of Appeals the Chairman ruled that
Mr. Bob Ernst of the Middle Keys Citizens association could
address the Board concerning the appeal. Mr. Al Bragg,
Attorney representing Mr. Jack Dykstra, the appelant,
addressed the Board concerning his appeal. Mr. Bob Ernst
addressed the Board in opposition to the appeal. Mr. Bragg
then rebutted the statement of Mr. Ernst. Motion was made
by Commissioner Swift and seconded by Commissioner Farher to
return this matter to the Zoning Board for clarification.
Roll call vote was taken and carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Next was a public hearing on a proposed ordinance
amending Monroe County Code Section 19-106.1(d) to restrict
sales of goods at Flea Markets to used articles, second-hand
articles, self-made arts and crafts, and home-grown plants.
Proof of publication was previously entered into the
records. The following individuals spoke for the ordinance:
Roy Byrd, Upper Keys Chamber of Commerce; Larry Thompson,
John Isaksen, Bill Becker, President Lower Keys Chamber of
Commerce; Dr. Jesse Q. Sewell, III. The following
individuals spoke against the proposed ordinance: David
Horan, Attorney; John Baldwin, John Sacelementi, Guy Dwey,
June Frederick, Samuel Evans, Mark Schmitt, Suzanne Murphy,
C. J. McDonald, Marie Collins, John Collins, James Ternan,
George Chergowsky, Muriel Lawrence, Theodore Brown, Bruce
Williams, Rev. James R. Young, Florence E. Dewey. Motion
was made by Commissioner Fahrer and seconded by Commissioner
Swift to continue this public hearing to the next meeting in
Plantation Key. During discussion motion was withdrawn.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by
Commissioner Swift to withdraw the ordinance from further
consideration. Roll call vote was taken and carried
unanimously.
A public hearing was held pursuant to the provi-
sions of Section 129.03, Florida Statutes, 1961 for the pur-
pose of receiving any comments on the following proposed
Supplemental General Revenue Fund Budget for the fiscal
year beginning Octoberr 1, 1983 and ending September 30,
1984. Proof of publication was entered into the records.
SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET
MONROE COUNTY GENERAL REVENUE
Taxes General
Taxes Library
Taxes Advertising
Estimated Sales Tax Revenue
Occupational Licenses
Building Permits
Competency Cards
County Pound (Dog License)
Animal Shelter Fees
Civil Defense
Federal Revenue Sharing
Lieu Taxes - Federal Housing
Payments in Lieu
$ 5,197,721.36
597,563.00
106,607.00
1,650,000.00
130,000.00
900,000.00
60,000.00
1,200.00
5,000.00
25,000.00
720,630.00
8,200.00
325,000.00
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Medical Examiner Grant 9,100.00
Child Support Incentive 1,500.00
State Revenue Sharing 650,000.00
Insurance Agents Licenses 2,000.00
Mobile Home 50,000.00
Alcholic Beverage License 75,000.00
Excess Fees Tax Collector 162,767.36
Clerk Circuit Court Excess 450,000.00
Clerk County Court Excess 25,000.00
Reimburse Supervisor of Elections 23,500.00
Reimburse Feeding Prisoners 1,000.00
Reimburse Utilities Juvenile Home 500.00
Tolls & Dockage 6,000.00
Legal Aid Service 12,000.00
Interest on Time Deposits 200,000.00
Interest on Time Deposits FRS 5,000.00
Interest Daily Repo 30,000.00
Rents 6,000.00
Marathon Airport Rents (Landing Fees) 66,500.00
Reimburse Indigents 90,000.00
Refunds Prior Year 1,000.00
Miscellaneous Revenue 1,000.00
Reimburse Welfare 2,000.00
TOTAL ,575,788.72
Less 5% 578,789.43
95% OF ESTIMATED RECEIPTS ,996,999.29
BALANCES TO BE BROUGHT FORWARD: CASH 2,000,000.00
TRANSFERS FROM MSD 333,192.00
TOTAL REVENUES 3,330, 9 .29
APPROPRIATIONS
Board of County Commissioners $
551,027.72
,...
Fine Arts Council
2,500.00
Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners
331,614.19
Clerk of Circuit Court
625,206.30
Micro -Film
112,661.56
Clerk of County Court
320,011.74
Data Processing
351,944.80
County Attorney
289,381.23
Property Appraiser
755,324.45
Tax Collector
672,000.00
Circuit Court
136,580.00
County Court
29 265.00
State Attorney
72,710.00
Public Defender
135,000.00
Supervisor of Elections
165,268.45
Elections
85,484.89
County Administrator
77,563.34
Personnel/Safety
91,770.09
Public Works - Garage Lower Keys
92,531.85
Public Works - Courthouse & Annex
554,349.72
Public Works - Other Administration Building
6529168.73
Public Works - Garage Middle Keys
949798.17
Public Works - Garage Upper Keys
84,867.05
Public Works Animal Shelter - Key West
749127.77
Public Works Animal Shelter - Marathon
61,718.46
Public Works Animal Shelter - Key Largo
479026.29
Public Works Parks & Beaches
488,569.17
Public Works Pollution Control
333,192.00
Planning & Zoning
6819103.23
Building
5859867.49
Advertising
157,303.39
Veterans Affairs
1309380.10
Medical Examiner
599375.00
Civil Defense
227,885.63
Emergency Services
69,501.90
Emergency Medical Communications System
29,064.00
911 Emergency Telephone
129000.00
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Baker Act Hospital
Mental Health
Monroe Association of Retarded Citizens
Baker Act Patient Transportation
Welfare Administration
Social Services - Welfare Services
Social Services - Bayshore Manor
Social Services - Homemaker Title III-B
Social
Services -
Transportation
Program
Social
Services
- Sr. Community
Service Projec
Social
Services
- Nutrition C-1
Congregate
Social
Services
- Nutrition Title
III C-2
Social
Services
- Transportation
Title III
Social
Services
- C-I Nutrition
Social
Services
- Community Care
for Elderly
AARP -
Lower Keys
AARP -
Middle Keys
AARP -
Upper Keys
AARP -
Big Pine Key
Museums
Extension
Service
Marathon
Airport
FRS-12
Transfer to Supplement
Note Payment
CONTINGENCY
RESERVE FOR CASH BALANCE
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS
51,415.00
126,306.00
8,539.00
33,000.00
164,260.06
158,000.00
348,740.55
16,000.00
120,563.52
20,000.00
28,784.00
3,500.00
21,800.00
12,774.48
10,000.00
1,500.00
1,500.00
1,500.00
1,500.00
21,617.30
79,210.71
93,180.76
65,000.00
566,656.99
1119743.00
1 ,308,235.E
131,956.21
198909000.00
3,33099 .29
Mr. Bob Ernst of the Middle Keys Citizens Association
addressed the Board and opposed to the use of the additional
funds in the area of advertising. Motion was made by
Commissioner Fahrer and seconded by Commissioner Swift to
approve the Supplemental Budget as advertised with the
following amendment: Transferring the $57,303.39 from
Advertising to the Contingency Fund to be earmarked in the
Contingency Fund for future use in the area of advertising
should the Referendum on the Tourist Development Tax fail.
During discussion motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez
and seconded by Commissioner Swift to separate this into two
(2) motions. Roll call vote was taken with the following
results:
Commissioner
Fahrer
No
Commissioner
Hernandez
Yes
Commissioner
Sorensen
No
Commissioner
Swift
Yes
Mayor Harvey
No
Motion failed. Roll call vote was taken on the original
motion and carried unanimously.
LEGAL DEPARTMENT
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to adopt the following reso-
lution authorizing the Chairman of the Board of County
Commissioners, acting as the Board of Governors of Municipal
Service Taxing District or Benefit District 4-A to execute
an Agreement by and between Municipal Service Taxing or
Benefit District 4-A and the City of Layton, Florida.
Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO.059-1984
See Res. Book No. 36 which is incorporated herein by
reference.
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Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to adopt the following reso-
lution approving Change Order No. 1 amending the Contract by
and between Charley Toppino and Sons, Inc., and Monroe
County, Florida, covering redesign of drainage swales on the
Junior College Road Project resulting in an increase in
Contract price. Motion carried unanimously.
IIRESOLUTION NO.060-1984
See Res. Book No. 36 which is incorporated herein by ref.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Hernandez to adopt a resolution
authorizing the Chairman of the Board of County
Commissioners to execute an Agreement by and between the
County of Monroe, State of Florida, and Arnold's Auto
Towing, Inc., for salvage purposes. During discussion the
motion was withdrawn and the item was referred to the County
Administrator for investigation. Motion was made by
Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Hernandez
to postpone this item for two (2) weeks. Motion carried
unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to adopt the following
resolution concerning receipt of unanticipated funds from
Artificial Fishing Fees. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO.061-1984
See Res. Book No. 36 which is incorporated herein by ref.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to adopt the following
resolution upholding the decision of the Zoning Board of
Monroe County, Florida, without prejudice and denying the
request of Mr. and Mrs. Hagopian to reverse the decision of
the Zoning Board of Monroe County approving a change of
zoning from RU-1-L to BU-1-0. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO.062-1984
See Res. Book No. 36 which is incorporated herein by ref.
Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner
Fahrer to strike a resolution from the agenda reversing the
decision of the Zoning Board regarding the request of Maria
Tompkins. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to strike from the agenda
the two (2) resolutions regarding the Zoning Board decision
of the request of Jack R. Dykstra and Jack R. Dykstra II.
Motion carried unanimously.
REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS FROM CLERK TO THE BOARD
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to appoint Commissioner
Fahrer to the Monroe County Canvassing Board with
Commissioner Swift to serve as an alternate. Motion carried
r' unanimously.
REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Swift to approve a Lease Agreement
-with Bob Chango, Inc., for a 1984 Chevrolet, Celebrity,
Station Wagoon vehicle to be used by Bayshore Manor for a
total amount of $6,992.64, 24 monthly payments of $291.36.
Motion carried unanimously with Commissioner Swift not pre-
sent.
Mr. Lewin discussed the fact that the County's
liability carrier was no longer insuring in Florida and that
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he had obtained proposals from various companies to place
this coverage. He indicated that the total cost would now
be $95,701.00 to include the general liability and automo-
bile liability. Motion was made by Commissioner Fahrer and
seconded by Chairman Harvey to approve payment as follows:
Comprehensive General Liability
Constitution State Ins. Co., Arthur J. Gallagher
and Co., Miami - $32,598.00
Automobile Liability & Physical Damage
American Specialty Insurance Co., John Hunt &
Associates, Tallahassee - $54,603.00
Umbrella Liability, Continuation, Including Bridges
Protective National Insurance Co., Arthur J.
Gallagher & Co., Miami - $8,500.00
Roll call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner
Fahrer
Yes
Commissioner
Hernandez
No
Commissioner
Sorensen
Absent
Commissioner
Swift
Absent
Mayor Harvey
Yes
Motion carried.
Motion was made by Commissioner Fahrer and seconded
by Commissioner Sorensen authorizing a lease for additional
space at the Truman Annex for the Planning Staff in the
amount of $1,596.00 per annum. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to approve the payment to
Alexander Marine in the amount of $11,200.00 and also the
bill for advertising of the bids in the amount of $204.10.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to approve the following
new classifications in the County's Personnel and Pay Plan:
Engineering Technican I - Pay Grade 44
Engineering Technican II Pay Grade 41
Motion carried unanimously.
The County Administrator read a letter from Mr.
Harry F. Knight, Tax Collector, concerning the advertisement
of the Delinquent Tax Roll. Motion was made by Commissioner
Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Sorensen directing
the County Administrator to obtain proposals for the adver-
tisement of the Delinquent Tax Roll and report back to the
Board. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Swift and seconded
by Commissioner Sorensen to approve the new classification
in the Monroe County Personnel and Pay Plan of
Secretary/Computer Operator, Pay Grade 36. Motion carried
unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Hernandez to authorize payment of
the bill for flowers to Congressmen Dante Fascell due to the
rescent death of his son to be paid out of the Board's
$5,000.00 Advertising Account. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to postpone the con-
sideration of a resolution concerning amendments to the DER
Grant. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to authorize waiver of
building permit fee for remodeling existing building of The
Lord of the Seas Lutheran Church. Roll call vote was taken
with the following results:
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Commissioner
Fahrer
No
Commissioner
Hernandez
Yes
Commissioner
Sorensen
Yes
Commissioner
Swift
No
Mayor Harvey
Yes
Motion carried.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to authorize renewal of
excavation permit for Charles Valois for one (1) year. Mr.
Jim Hendricks, Attorney, representing Mr. Valois addressed
the Board. Roll call vote was taken with the following
results:
Commissioner
Fahrer
No
Commissioner
Hernandez
Yes
Commissioner
Sorensen
Yes
Commissioner
Swift
Yes
Mayor Harvey
Yes
Motion carried.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to approve payment in the
amount of $650.00 to Risk Control Associates, Inc., for the
month of January, 1984. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to approve the following
building permit refunds:
First Baptist Church of Key Largo - $279.00
Blanche Sturdevant - $135.00
Patraick H. Murray - $25.00
Eric Smith - $50.00
Standard Marine Supply - $100.00
Gerald Krause Construction - $534.00
Standard Marine Supply Co. - $50.00
Roll call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
Mayor Harvey
Motion carried.
Fahrer
No
Hernandez
Yes
Sorensen
Yes
Swift
No
Yes
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to postpone an item con-
cerning appointment to the Fine Arts Council to replace
Helen L. Burton for two (2) weeks. Motion carried unani-
mously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Hernandez to grant a waiver of
building permit fee for the Fifth Street Baptist Church to
construct a building in Sugarloaf Key. Roll call vote was
taken and carried with the following results:
Commissioner
Fahrer
No
Commissioner
Hernandez
Yes
Commissioner
Sorensen
Yes
Commissioner
Swift
No
Mayor Harvey
Yes
Motion carried.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to postpone consideration
of a permit fee adjustment for the Bahia Club for two (2)
weeks. Motion carried unanimously.
Next item was appointments to the Code Enforcement
Board. Commissioner Hernandez nominated Mr. Jose Gonzales,
Architect. Roll call vote on this nomination was unani-
mous. Chairman Harvey nominated Tom Hardin, Contractor.
Roll call on this nomination was unanimous. Commissioner
Sorensen nominated Mr. Dale Baldwin and Ms. Betty Bullock.
Roll call on these nominations were unanimous.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Swift to accept the recommendation
of the Manager of the MSD for two (2) one ton trucks and one
(1) Landfill Compactor. Mr. Aguero recommended the bids be
awarded to Bob Chango, Inc., for the two (2) one ton trucks
in the amount of $39,995.24 and to DeWind Machinery Co., for
the Landfill Compactor in the amount of $119,854.00. During
discussion motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to postpone this item for
two (2) weeks. Motion carried unanimously with Commissioner
Swift not present.
REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS OF BOARD MEMBERS
Commissioner Fahrer discussed the job description
of the Fire Marshall. No action was taken.
Commissioner Swift requested a legal opinion in
regards to pyramiding. Motion was made by Commissioner
Swift and seconded by Chairman Harvey to postpone this item
for two (2) weeks. Motion carried unanimously.
Commissiner Swift discussed the Board's action in
approving the ordinance which levied the $28.00 Special
Assessment in the Municipal Tax District. Motion was made
by Commissioner Swift and seconded by Commissioner Hernandez
to reconsider the Board's action to approve the ordinance
levying the $28.00 Special Assessment in the Municipal
Service Tax District. Roll call vote was taken on the
motion to reconsider and carried unanimously. Following
discussion motion was made by Commissioner Fahrer and
seconded by Commissioner Hernandez to appoint a committee
consisting of Mr. Proby, Mr. Jim Hendricks, Attorney, Mr.
Mike Halpern, Attorney, and Mr. Charles Aguero, Manager of
MSD to review the ordinance and make proposals to revise the
same. Roll call vote was taken and carried unanimously.
Commissioner Swift discussed the Board's
Administrative Procedures and the position of Mayor. Motion
was made by Commissioner Swift and seconded by Commissioner
Sorensen to temporarily suspend the Board's Rules of
Procedure. Roll call vote was taken with the following
r e s u I s :
Commissioner
Fahrer
No
Commissioner
Hernandez
Yes
Commissioner
Sorensen
Yes
Commissioner
Swift
Yes
Mayor Harvey
No
Motion carried. At this point Commissioner Swift nominated
Commissioner Sorensen to serve as Mayor/Chairman of the
Board of County Commissioners and also adopted the following
resolution authorizing the continued use of Wilhelmina
Harvey's signature as Mayor until the meeting of March 9,
1984, at 12:00 P.M. Roll call vote was taken on the nomina-
tion as follows:
Commissioner
Fahrer
No
Commissioner
Hernandez
Yes
Commissioner
Sorensen
Yes
Commissioner
Swift
Yes
Mayor Harvey
No
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Motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO.062A-1984
See Res. Book No. 36 which in incorporated herein by ref.
Motion carried. Commissioner Swift then nominated
Commissioner Fahrer to serve as Mayor pro tem/Vice Chairman.
Roll call vote was taken and carried unanimously.
Commissioner Swift discussed the culverting of U.
S. Highway 1. Motion was made by Commissioner Swift
Commissioner Fahrer to authorize the County Attorney to pre-
pare and the Chairman to execute a resolution supporting the
environmental culverting of U. S. Highway 1 near Key Haven
Road. Roll call vote was taken and carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO.063-1984
See Res. Book No. 36 which is incorporated herein by ref.
Motion was made by Commissioner Swift and seconded
by Commissioner Fahrer to reinstate the Board's
Administrative Rules of Procedures. Roll call vote was
taken and carried unanimously.
Commissioner Swift discussed a method by which
burning could be conducted on Big Pine Key. No action was
taken.
Motion was made by Mayor Sorensen and seconded by
Commissioner Fahrer to approve the advertisement of an
ordinance calling for a Special Hospital District to be
known as the Upper Keys Hospital District. Motion carried
unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Harvey and seconded
by Commissioner Fahrer to adopt a Proclamation proclaiming
March 7, 1984 as "Womens Rights Day". Motion carried unani-
mously.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Motion was made by Commissioner Fahrer and seconded
by Commissioner Hernandez to place "chatter" strips on Third
Avenue, Marathon, Florida. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Fahrer and seconded
by Commissioner Harvey to postpone an item conserning waiving
fee for factory -built homes for two (2) weeks. Motion
carried unanimously.
Mr. Proby discussed with the Board the fact that he
had tentatively hired Mr. Jim Kellar, Attorney in Marathon,
as a full-time Assistant County Attorney and Ms. Sherry
Smallwood, an Environmental Lawyer, formerly with the
Department of Environmental Regulation also as a full-time
Assistant County Attorney. He also advised the Board that
Mr. Ron Saunders and Mr. Baxter Lemond would be resigning
effective March 15, 1984 and March 1 , 1984 respectively.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and seconded by
Commissioner Swift to approve the hiring of Mr. Kellar and
Ms. Smallwood as full-time Assistant County Attorneys and
also accepting the resignations of Mr. Saunders and Mr.
Lemond effective March 15 and March 1 , respectively.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Swift and seconded
by Commissioner Fahrer to authorize the County Attorney to
prepare and the Chairman to execute a resolution concerning
the authorization of the Jail Committee to hold a pre -
proposal meeting concerning the jail improvements. Motion
carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO.064-1984
See Res. Book No. 36 which is incorporated herein by ref.
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Mr. Proby discussed briefly a stipulated agreement
concerning Shark Key.
Motion was made by Commissioner Fahrer and seconded
by Commissioner Swift instructing Mr. John Noonan and Mr.
George Aldret to issue citations as Violation Inspectors.
Motion carried unanimously.
There being no further business the meeting was
adjourned.
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