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Regular Meeting
Board of County Commissi"onlers
Friday, March 4, 1983
10:00 A.M., Plantation Key
A regular meeting of the Board of County
Commissioners convened on the above date. Present and
answering to roll call were Commissioner Alison Fahrer,
Commissioner Wilhelmina Harvey, Commissioner Ken Sorensen,
Commissioner Ed Swift and Chairman Jerry Hernandez, Jr.,
Also present were Danny L: Kolhage, Deputy Clerk; Lucien
Proby, County Attorney; Kermit Lewin, County Administrator;
members of the Press and Radio; members of the County's
Consulting Engineering Firm; and general public.
All stood and recited the Lord's Prayer and the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
First item was a public hearing on proposed amend-
ment of a roadway in Matecumbe Beach, Monroe County,
Florida. Proof of publication was entered into the records.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by
Commissioner Swift to continue the Public Hearing until
April 15, 1983. Motion carried unanimously.
Next item was a public hearing on an ordinance
creating a Code Enforcement Board. This was the third.sche-
duled public hearing. Proof of publication was entered into
the records. Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to read by title only.
Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Bill Ballinger of Key Largo
spoke in favor. Motion was made by Commissioner Swift and
seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to amend the ordinance as
follows:
(1) Mayor Hernandez makes two, one-year
appointments: a general contractor and an architect.
(2) Mayor pro tem Sorensen makes two, one-year
appointments: an environmental professional and a realtor.
(3) Commissioner Harvey makes one, two-year
appointment: a business person.
(4) Commissioner Fahrer makes one, two-year
appointment: an engineer.
(5) Commissioner Swift makes one, three-year
appointment: appointment at large.
Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner
Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to adopt the
following Ordinance, as amended. Motion carried unani-
mously.
ORDINANCE NO. 001-1983
See Ord. Book No. 5 which is incorporated herein by
reference.
Next the Board held a public hearing on an
Ordinance amending Section 19-61 of Article IV and Section
19-80 of Article V of Chapter 19, of the Monroe County Code
concerning appeal procedures. Motion was made by
Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to
read by title only. Motion carried unanimously. There was
no public input. Motion was then made by Commissioner
Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Swift to continue
Public Hearing until April 15, 1983. Roll call was taken
and carried unanimously.
The Board then held a public hearing on an
Ordinance amending Section 19-77(c) of the Monroe County
Code concerning roll -back provision. Motion was made by
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Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Swift to
read by title only. Motion carried unanimously. Dr. Marie
Landry of Big Pine Key spoke concerning the ordinance.
Motion was made by Commissioner Harvey and seconded by
Commissioner Swift to continue until April 15, 1983. Motion
carried unanmously.
The Board held a public hearing on an Ordinance
creating a special road and bridge district for Cross Key
Waterway Estates, etc. Proof of publication was entered
into the records. Motion was made by Commissioner Swift and
seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to read by title only.
Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Ray Allsbough of Cross Key
Waterways Homeowners Association, spoke in favor of the
Ordinance. Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to adopt the following ordi-
nance. Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 005-1983
See Ord. Book No. 5 which is incorporated herein by
reference.
Next was a public hearing relating to approval of
construction and equipping of a capital project comprising a
120 bed skilled and intermediate care nursing home facility
located in Monroe County, Florida. Proof of publication was
entered into the records. Motion was made by Commissioner
Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Swift to read the
resolution by title only. Mr. Fred Tittle addressed the
Board and requested that they recess to 2:00 P.M. Mr. Nick
Raich addressed the Board. Motion was made by Commissioner
Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to adopt the
resolution. During discussion the motion was withdrawn.
Motion was made by Commissioner Harvey and seconded by
Commissioner Fahrer to continue the public hearing until
2:00 P.M. Motion carried unanimously.
REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS FROM COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Swift to approve payment to Beyer
Funer-al Home in the amount of $360.00 for paupier burial of
Jane D. Lanier, an unknown white male, paupier burial, in
the amount of $1111.00. During discussion, Commissioner
Swift withdrew his second. Motion was made by Commissioner
Swift to schedule items G-5 and J-2 for 2:15. Motion was
withdrawn.
OPENING OF BIDS
Next item was the opening of sealed bids for sale
of surplus property, scholar's personal library. Proof of
publication was entered into the records. Motion was made
by Commissioner Harvey and seconded by Commissioner Swift to
authorize the Clerk to open the bids. The Clerk advised the
Board that he was in receipt of one bid from the Broward
County Library System in the amount of $1100.50. Motion was
made by Commissioner Fahrer and seconded by Commissioner
Swift to refer the bid to Mr. Lewin, County Administrator
for a recommendation. Motion carried unanimously.
LEGAL DEPARTMENT
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Swift to approve a memorandum from
Art Skelly, Director of Airports, requesting approval to
negotiate a land lease with Joseph D'Aiuto at the Marathon
Airport for the construction of a two -room maintenance
building/U.S. Customs facility and operation of an aircraft
maintenance facility. Motion carried unanimously.
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Motion was made by Commissioner Fahrer and seconded
by Commissioner Sorensen to adopt the the following resolu-
tion authorizing the Chairman of the Board of County
Commissioners of Monroe County, Fla., to execute a Sign
Lease by and between the County of Monroe,'State of Florida,
and The Reef for sign space at the Key West International
Airport. Roll call was taken and carried with Commissioner
Swift voting no.
RESOLUTION NO. 051-1983
See Res. Book No. 31 which Js incorporated herein by
reference.
Motion was made by Commissioner Swift and seconded
by Commissioner Harvey to adopt the following resolution
authorizing the Chairman of the Board of County
Commissioners of Monroe County, Fla., to execute a contract
by and between the Board of,, County Commissioners of Monroe
County, Florida, and General Asphalt Co., Inc., for air,side
improvements at the Marathon Airport under ADAP Project No.
6-12-0044-03-81. Motion carried unanimously with
Commissioner Sorensen not present.
RESOLUTION NO. 052-1983
See Res. Book No. 3 which'is. incorporated herein b_v
reference.
Motion was made by Commissioner Swift and seconded
by Commissioner Fahrer to adopt the following resolution
authorizing the Chairman of the Board of County
Commissioners of Monroe County, Fla., to execute a Contract
by and between the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe
County, Fla. and Frank Keev,an & Son, Inc., for Terminal
modifications at the Key West International Airport under
ADAP Project No. 6-12-0037-06-81. Motion carried unani-
mously with Commissioner Sorensen not present.
RESOLUTION NO. 053-1983
See Res. Book No. 31 which is incorporated herein by
reference.
Motion was made by Commissioner Swift and seconded
by Commissioner Harvey to adopt the following resolution
authorizing the Chairman of the Board of County
Commissioners of Monroe County, Fla., to execute a Contract
by and between the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe
County, Fla., and Frank Keevan & Son., Inc. for landside
improvements at The Key West International Airport under
ADAP Project No. 6-12-0037-06-81. Motion carried unani-
mously.
RESOLUTION NO. 054-1983
See Res. Book No. 31 whichiis incorporated herein by
reference.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and seconded
by Commissioner Harvey to adopt the following resolution
authorizing the Chairman of the Board of County
Commissioners of Monroe County, Fla., to execute a Contract
by and between Monroe County, Fla., and General Asphalt Co.,
Inc., for resurfacing of Old State Road 4A - "Old Bumpy" on
Upper Matecumbe Key, Monroe County, Florida. Motion carried
unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 055-1983
See Res. Book No. 3 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 of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe
County, Fla., authorizing the Mayor and Chairman of the
Board to execute an Agreement between the County and the
Fla. Dept. of Community Affairs for a grant from the
Department of Community Affairs to the County for emergency
management assistance funds to be used by the Monroe County
Division of Disaster Preparedness. Motion carried unani-
mously.
RESOLUTION NO. 056-1983
See Res. Book No. 3 which is incorporated herein by
reference.
Motion was made by Commissioner Harvey and seconded
by Commissioner Sorensen to adopt the following resolution
ratifying action taken by the Board of County Commissioners
of Monroe County, Fla., on July 26, 1982, whereby said Board
adopted Resolution No. 203-1982 authorizing the Chairman to
execute three Memorandums of Agreement by and between the
State of Florida Department of Transportation and the
Board of County Commissioners; the Monroe County
Commissioners and Upper Keys Marine Construction, Inc.; and
the Monroe County Commissioners and Frank Keevan and Sons,
Inc., for leasing of prefabricated sectional bridge
superstructures.
RESOLUTION NO. 057-1983
See Res. Book No. 31 which is incorporated herein by
reference.
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 of Monroe County, Fla., and Harry's Place,
Inc., for the purpose of providing meals for Senior Citizens
participating in the Older Americans Act TITLE III-C,
Nutrition .Program. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 058-1983
See Res. Book No. 31 which is incorporated herein by
reference.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Swift to adopt the following reso-
lution authorizing the Chairman of the Board of County
Commissioners of Monroe County, Fla., to execute an
Agreement by and between the Board of County Commissioners
of Monroe County, Fla., and the District School Board of
Monroe County, Florida, for the purpose of providing meals
for Senior Citizens participating in the Older Americans Act
TITLE III-C, Nutrition Program. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 059-1983
See Res. Book No. 31 which is incorporated herein by
reference.
Motion was made by Commissioner Harvey and seconded
by Commissioner Fahrer to adopt a resolution authorizing the
Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe
County, Fla., to execute an Agreement by and between the
School Board of Monroe County, Fla., and the Monroe County
Board of County Commissioners for the purpose of erecting
radio antenna on each shcool site in the event of hurrica-
nes. During discussion a motion was made by Commissioner
Fahrer and seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to postpone for
two weeks. Motion carried unanimosly.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to adopt the following reso-
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(Agreement TDC Toll Free Service
with Southern Bel11) $ 1,112..76
Motion carried unanimously.,
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Chairman Hernandez to deny acknowledgment of
receipt of a Report on Forfeited Vehicles from the Sheriff.
During discussion motion wa,s withdrawn. Motion was made by
Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Swift to
postpone for two weeks. Motion carried unanimously. ,
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Mr. John Bigler, Attorney, representing Avis,
discussed the request from Mr. Skelly, Airport Director, to
negotiate with Hertz and Alamo Rental Car Companies f-or
gas/wash rental facilities at the Key West International
Airport. Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Swift to approve the request of Mr.
Art Skelly, Airport Director, to negotiate with Hertz and
Alamo Rental Car Companies with the requirement that Avis be
included in those negotiations. Roll call vote was taken
and carried unanimously.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FROM COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
The County Administrator discussed recent appellant
ruling concerning RU-1M Districts in the Monroe County
Zoning Code. Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Fahrer directing the County
Administrator to prepare a"report with recommendations on
the recent ruling together with input from the County
Attorney to present to the -Board at the next meeting.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by, Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Swift requesting that the Board be
presented with a list of names for possible -appointment to
the Area -Wide Agency of Agi,,ng in two (2) weeks for con-
sideration. Motion carried, unanimously. Motion was made by
Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner_ Swift to
extend the term of the existing members of the Area -wide
Agency of Aging for an additional two (2) weeks. Motion
carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Harvey to adopt the following
resolution proclaiming March 21, 1983 National Agricultural
Day. Moltion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 065-1983
See Res. Book No. 31 which -is incorporated herein by
reference.
Motion was made by Commissioner Harvey and seconded
by Commissioner Swift to accept the recommendation of the
Public Works Director and reject all the bids received for
the three (3) one half ton pick-up trucks and authorizing
the return of bid bonds also authorizing Mr. Stickney to
negotiate for the purchase ,of the trucks. Motion carried
unanimously.
Motion was made byCommissioner Swift and seconded
by Commissioner Harvey to authorize the execution of a
Community Services Block Grant for the Nutrition Program in
the amount of $7,471.00. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Reggie Paros addressed the Board concerning his
recommendation for the award of the purchase of an 1983-Ford
Type III Ambulance for District 1-C. Motion was made by
Commissioner Fahrer and seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to
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accept the recommendation of staff and award the bid to Aero
Products, Inc., in the amount of $40,632.37. Roll call vote
was taken and carried with Commissioner Harvey and
Commissioner Sorensen voting no.
Mr. Paros then addressed the Board concerning the
bids received by the County Attorney for the financing of a
Tax Anticipation Note for the purchase of the Type III
Ambulance for District 1-C. The following is a list of the
bids received:
Florida National Bank of the Florida Keys - 82%
Marine Bank, Marathon - 8.45%
Fla. Keys First State Bank - 11.6%
Boulevard Bank - 8.75%
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by
Commissioner Fahrer authorizing the execution of a Tax
Anticipation Note for $50,000.00 with the Marine Bank at the
rate of 8.45%. Motion carried unanimously.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF BOARD MEMBERS
Commissioner Swift discussed a proposed airport
lease agreement. No action was taken.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FROM COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Motion was made by Commissioner. Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to authorize payment to
Frank Keevan and Son, Inc., in the amount of $65,065.60 for
road repair to Cross Street, Stock Island. Motion carried
unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to acknowledge receipt of
South Florida Employment Training Consortium Annual Report
for 1982. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Stickney discussed the proposed Bicycle Path at
the Boca Chica Naval Air Station. After discussion it was
agreed that Commissioner Sorensen and Commissioner Swift
would be appointed to discuss this matter with represen-
tatives of the Department of Transportation.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Chairman Hernandez to adopt the following reso-
lution approving the Plat of Bay Hammock Community. Motion
carried unanimously.
NOTE: See last paragraph of this page for a change in vote
on the above motion.
RESOLUTION NO. 050-1983
See Res. Book No. 3 which is incorporated herein by
reference.
At this time the Board recessed for lunch.
Regular Meeting Re-conved
The regular meeting re -convened with all
Commissioners present along with County staff.
Commissioner Swift asked that the Chairman allow
him to change his vote on the previous issue mainly Item G-8
the approval of the Plat of Bay Hammock Community. The
Chairman directed that the record reflect that Commissioner
Swift changed his vote on that issue to a no vote.
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Motion was made by Commissioner Fahrer and seconded
by Commissioner Swift to approve a variance to the AICUZ
Zone for Ms. Arlene Chambers on Lot 9, Block 5 of Porpoise
Point Section 4, as recorded in Plat Book 5, page 118,jand
located in Section 4, Township 67 South, Range 26 East; Big
Coppitt Key, zoned RU-4. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Fahrer and seconded
by Commissioner Swift to deny a request from the Key West
Jaycees for $500.00 donation for Senior Citizens
Appreciation Day. Roll call vote was taken with the
following results:
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Commissioner Harvey Absent
Commissioner Sorensen Yes
Commissioner Swift No
Chairman Hernandez No
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Tie -vote, motion failed. Motion was then made by
Commissioner Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Fahrer
to continue this item until later in the meeting. Motion
carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorsensen and;
seconded by Commissioner Swift to approve payment to Beyer
Funeral Home in the amount,of $360.00 for pauper burial of
Jane D. Lanier and $1111.00 for pauper burial of an unknown
white male. During discussion Ms. Eileen Strickland on
behalf of Mr. Louis Latorre, Director of Social Services,
addressed the Board and advised that there was a recommen-
dation of staff that these:items not be approved. Roll call
vote was taken and carriediwith Commissioner Harvey absent.
REQUEST TO;ADDRESS THE BOARD
Dr. David Rice of the Middle Keys Guidance Clinic
and Dr. Richard Mathews of�the Upper Keys Guidance Clinic
addressed the Board concerning the need for additional;
funding for Baker Act services and requested the additional
allocation of $8,194.00 to;amounts already budgeted in,�
fiscal year 1982-83. Motion was made by Commissioner .1
Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Swift to approve!the
transfer from Contingency to the Account for Baker Actl
Services in the amount of $85194.00. Roll call vote was
taken and carried unanimously.
Public Hearings
A public hearing relating to approval of construc-
tion and equipping of a capital project comprising a 120 bed
skilled and intermediate care nursing home facility located
in Monroe County, Florida was continued from earlier today.
There was no public participation. Motion was made by;�
Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Fahr''rer
to adopt the following resolution as proposed. Motion'
carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 066-1983
See Res. Book No. 31 which is incorporated herein by
reference.
REQUEST TO!ADDRESS THE BOARD
Capt. Brown, N.A.S., addressed the Board and
requested that the Board substitute the new 1980 AICUZ
Matrix Footprint for the 1976 Matrix which was currently in
the County Ordinance. Motion was made by Commissioner Swift
and seconded by Commissioner Harvey to grant the request and
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substitute the 1980 AICUZ Matrix for the 1976 AICUZ Matrix
now in effect. Roll call vote was taken and carried unani-
mously with Commissioner Sorensen absent. Capt. Brown also
requested that a moratorium be placed on the issuance of all
residential Building Permits in Zones 2-D and 3 of the 1980
Matrix for one (1) year. Motion was made by Commissioener
Swift and seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to grant the
request for a moratorium for the issuance of all Building
Permits in Zones 2-D.and 3 of the 1980 Matrix until January
1, 1984. Roll call vote was taken with the following
r e s u Its :
Commissioner
Fahrer
No
Commissioner
Harvey
No
Commissioner
Sorensen
Absent
Commissioner
Swift
Yes
Chairman Hernandez
No
Motion failed. Motion was made by Commissioner Fahrer and
seconded by Commissioner Harvey to grant the request of
Capt. Brown and to insure a moratorium on the issuance of
all Residential Building Permits in Zones 2-B and 3 of the
1980 Matrix to March 1, 1984. Roll call vote was taken and
carried unanimously with Commissioner Sorensen absent.
Motion was made by Commissioner Swift and seconded by
Commissioner Fahrer to re -consider the former motion of the
Board concerning the substitution of the AICUZ Footprint.
Motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Chairman
Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Harvey directing the
County Attorney to prepare and advertise an amendment to the
ordinance to provide for the substitution of the 1980 AICUZ
Matrix for the 1976 AICUZ Matrix presently in effect.
Motion carried unanimously.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF BOARD MEMBERS
Mayor Hernandez discussed the economic effect of
HRS septic tank regulations with became effective January
1983. Mr. Bob Ernst of Marathon addressed the Board con-
cerning the new septic tank regulations. Motion was made by
Commissioner Harvey and seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to
adopt the following resolution requesting the Florida
Legislation and the Florida Department of HRS to study and
modify the standards for onsite sewage disposal system.now
in effect. Roll call vote was taken and carried unanimously
with Commissioner Sorensen absent.
RESOLUTION NO. 067-1983
See Res. Book No. 31 which is incorporated herein by
reference.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
The Board discussed a proposed franchise agreement
between the Board of County Commissioners and Ocean Reef
Club, Inc., for the purpose of collecting garbage and trash
within the Ocean Reef complex. Mr. Ted Carter of Keys
Sanitary Services discussed the request by Ocean Reef. Mr.
Robert Soloway, Attorney for Ocean Reef discussed with the
Board their request. Motion was made by Commissioner
Sorensen and seconded by Chairman Hernandez to appoint a
committee consisting of Commissioner Swift, Commissioner
Sorensen and Mayor Hernandez to discuss the proposal of
Ocean Reef with the issuance of a franchise by and between
Monroe County and Ocean Reef Club, Inc., for the purpose of
collecting garbage and trash within Ocean Reef complex and
to make recommendations to the Board. Motion carried
unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Fahrer directing.that the Committee
meet to discuss the recommendation in the Upper Keys at the
earliest possible date not to exceed three (3) weeks.
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Commissioner Harvey discussed and made a report on
the activity of the Jail Commission Committee. No action
was taken.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF BOAR.D MEMBERS
Commissioner Swift discussed the Vendors Ordinance
and possible changes thereto and indicated that he would
meet with the Sheriff, County Attorney, and Tax Collector to
discuss proposed changes to the ordinance.
BOARD OF APPEALS
The Board of County Commissioners sat as Board of
Appeals for the continuation of a public hearing concerning
Pilot House Restaurant and Marina, Inc., and Leisure
Endeavors, Inc., who filed an appeal regarding the approved
change of zoning for Patricia Wright Knapp from BU-1 to
BU-2E with an existing BU-1 on Lot 26, Block 4, Key Largo
Beach Subdivision as recorded in Plat Book 2, page 149'and
located in Section 33, Township 61 South, Range 39 East, Key
Largo. All Commissioners were present. Proof of publica-
tion was previously entered into the records. Mr. Karl
Beckmeyer, Attorney for the appellants Pilot House
Restaurant and Marina, Inc'., and Leisure Endeavors, Inc.,
addressed the Board concerning their appeal. Mr. Joe
Miklus, Attorney for Ann Jackson and Patricia Wright Knapp_.
addressed the Board. After discussion a motion was made by
Commissioner Fahrer and seconded by Commissioner Harvey to
deny the appeal and uphold'the decision of the Zoning Board.
Roll call vote was taken and carried unanimously.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF BOARD MEMBERS
Chairman Hernandez was now absent and Mayor pro tem
Sorensen chaired the meeting.
Commissioner Swift discussed the report of the
South Florida Regional Planning Council Economic Study. No
action was taken.
Commissioner Swifjt was to discuss a proposed ordi-
nance to establish the County Commission as the final
authority on all zoning changes. This item was withdrawn.
Commissioner Fahrer discussed Port Largo Airport.
Mr. Proby addressed the Board concerning the progress of the
two (2) suits pending conc"erning the Port Largo Airport.
Mr. Proby was directed to request the Internal Improvement
Board of. the State of Flor''ida to intervene in the suits
currently pending. Motion was made by Commissioner Fahrer
and seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to grant the Airport
Marina Corporation the right to operate the airport facility
in Key Largo, known as New -Port Largo Airport under Monroe
County's claim to title; this grant of authority will con-
tinue in full force and effect until further order from the
County. Further, that all receipts from the operation,
beyond operating expenses, -'be held in trust, pending the
outcome of liltigation on+ownership of the land. During
discussion the motion was withdrawn. Motion was made by
Commissioner Fahrer and seconded by Chairman pro tem
Sorensen directing Mr. Proby and the Airport Manager to
negotiate with Airport MarAna Corporation for the right to
operate the airport facili-�ty in Key Largo known as New Port
Largo Airport. Motion carried unanimously.
Chairman Hernandez now enters but does not assume
the chair.
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Commissioner Fahrer discussed heliport facility
requirements and regulations. This item was referred to the
Zoning Board and the Airport Manager for further study.
Motion was made by Commissioner Harvey and seconded
by Mayor pro tem Sorensen to approve the appointment of
Henry Staples to the Translator Board. Motion carried una-
nimously.
Motion was made by Mayor pro tem Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Harvey to approve the appointment
of Chris Mankowitz to the Monroe County Fine Arts Council to
replace William Henry. Motion carried unanimously.
Commissioner Fahrer discusseed traffic signals at
the fire stations. Motion was made by Chairman pro tem
Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to forward
Commissioner Fahrer'.s remarks to Mr. Stickney for his atten-
tion. Motion carried unanimously.
Commissioner Sorensen discussed the position of
Director of Building/Planning/Zoning. Motion was made by
Chairman pro tem Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner
Hernandez to hire Mr. Richard Morley as Director of
Building/Planning/Zoning at a salary of $36,000.00 per annum
for one (1) year with a two (2) year automatic renewal at
the end of the one (1) year term upon the agreement of Mr.
Morley and the Board of County Commissioners and authorizing
the County Attorney to prepare a contract under those con-
ditions and authorizing the Chairman to execute same and
also with the requirement that Mr. Morley report to Monroe
County within thirty (30) days of signing the contract.
After discussion of this matter further consideration was
postponed until later in the meeting.
Motion was made by Chairman pro tem Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Swift directing the County Attorney
to contact the firm of William R. Hough and Company for the
purpose of obtaining proposals for possible refinancing of
the 1.8 Million Dollar Improvement Bond issue for the
Municipal Service Taxing District. Motion carried unani-
mously.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A public hearing on a proposed Ordinance defining
Time -Share Unit; creating a new Zoning District RT-8, Resort
Tourist District, etc. Proof of publication was previously
entered into the records. Mr. Nathaniel Funke discussed and
suggested several changes to the ordinance. Mr. Fred
Tittle, P.A., objected to the ordinance. Mr. Roger Sullivan
of Key Largo favored the ordinance. Mr. Norris Terry of
Ocean Reef discussed the ordinance. Ms. Rosemary Bondus of
Tavernier and the Upper Keys Citizens Association favored
the ordinance. Mr. Bob Ernst of Marathon discussed the
ordinance. Mr. Arlene Reiser of Tavernier discussed the
ordinance. Motion was made by Chairman pro tem Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Swift to continue the public
hearing for two (2) weeks. During discussion Commissioner
Swift withdrew his motion. Motion was made by Chairman pro
tem Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to amend
the ordinance as follows:
Section 2. Add the following language, "Time-share
units will not be constructed in any other zones than RT-811.
Also, "RT-8 zone will not be established any closer than
1,000 feet from RU-1, RU-2, RU-4 and RU-5".
Motion was made by Commissioner Fahrer and seconded by
Commissioner Harvey to adopt the ordinance as amended.
During discussion a motion was made by Commissioner
Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to postpone
this public hearing for two (2) weeks. Motion carried una-
nimously.
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The Board returned to the discussion of the
Director of Building/Plann"ing/Zoning Department and the
motion currently on the floor concerning this item. Mr.
Lewin discussed the language contained in the Personnel
Policies and Procedures. 'After discussion of the prior
motion on the floor this motion was withdrawn by the maker.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and seconded by
Mayor pro tem Sorensen to ,'ratify the recommendation of the
County Administrator and t'o hire Mr. Richard Morley as,
Director of Building/Planning/Zoning Department at a salary
of $36,000.00 per year with a two (2) year renewal at the
end of the one (1) year period upon the agreement of Mr.
Morley and the Board of County Commissioners. Roll ca',ll
vote was taken and carried':;with Commissioner Swift voting
no. During discussion a motion was made by Commissioner
Swift to prepare an amendment to the Personnel Policies and
Procedures Ordinance to provide that the Director of
Building/Planning/Zoning would be hired on a contract basis.
Motion died for lack of a second. Motion was made by
Commissioner Fahrer and seconded by Commissioner Swift to
prepare an amendment to the Personnel Policies and
Procedures Ordinance providing for optional contractual
relationships between the Board of County Commissioners and
Department Heads. Roll call vote was taken and carried una-
nimously.
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A public hearing n a p g oproposed ordinance amending
Chapter 4 Article II Section 4-19 concerning Shoreline
Protection Zone was continued. Proof of publication was
previously entered into the records. Commissioner Fahrer
discussed the fact that she was expecting some further
information concerning this ordinance from the State of
Florida and other Counties There was no public par-
ticipation. Motion was made by Commissioner Swift and
seconded by Commissioner Fahrer to continue the public
hearing for two (2) weeks.Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Harvey and seconded
by Chairman Hernandez authorizing the County Attorney to
prepare and advertise a proposed amendment to the ordinance
changing the requirements f!or a minimum Building Permit fee.
Motion carried unanimously.'!
Commissioner Harveiy dicusserd additional adver-
tising in local newspapers 'of public hearings and vital' mat-
ters concerning said areas.;; Motion was made by Commissioner
Harvey and seconded by Commjissioner Hernandez to adopt a
resolution concerning the advertising of matters before the
Board in local newspapers. ,iDuring discussion the motion was
withdrawn.. Motion was made;;by Commissioner Harvey and
seconded by Commissioner Hernandez to postpone consideration
of this item for two (2) weeks. Motion carried unanimously.
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Motion was made by',ICommissioner Sorensen and
seconded by Commissioner Hernandez to postpone an item con-
cerning discussion of the Pilanning, Building and Zoning
Committees for two (2) weeks. Motion carried uinanimously.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE COUNTY ADMINISTRTOR
The Board now returns to discussion of a request
from the Key West Jaycees for $500.00 donation for Senior
Citizens Appreciation Day. Motion was made by Chairman
Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Swift to allocate to
the Key West Jacyees the sum of $500.00 to be used for the
Senior Citizens Appreciation Day. Roll call vote was taken
and carried with Commissioner Fahrer and Commissioner
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63 Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
12 seconded by Mayor pro tem Sorensen to postpone consideration
of proposal from grant writers for two (2) weeks. Motion
carried unanimously.
Add Ons
Mr. Proby addressed the Board and requested ,
authority for him to employ outside counsel for the purpos.e
of representing Monroe County in two (2) pending negligence
-,g suits. Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
37 seconded by Commissioner Swift authorizing the County
Attorney to employ outside counsel for the purpose of repre-
senting Monroe County in two (2) pending negligence suits not
to exceed $5,000.00. Motion carried unanimously.
There being no further business the meeting was
adjourned.
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