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Regular Meeting
Board of County Commissioners
Tuesday, June 16, 1981
IO:OO A.M., Ocean Reef Club
A regular meeting of the Board of County Commis-
sioners convened on the above date. Present and answering to
roll call were Commissioner Curt Blair, Commissioner Jerry
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Hernandez, Jr., Commissioner Ken Sorensen, and Chairman George
Dolezal. Commissioner Wilhelmina Harvey was absent. Also
present were Danny Kolhage, Deputy Clerk; Lucien Proby, County
Attorney; Kermit Lewin, County Administrator; members of the
Press and Radio; members of the County's Engineering Firm;
members of the Press and Radio; and general public.
All stood for the Invocation and Pledge of Allegianc
to the Flag.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
on an ordinance creating the Monroe County Library Advisory
First item was the continuation of a public hearing brdinance;
....ibrary;
Board. Proof of publication was previously entered into the
records. Ms. Alice Skinger, Chairman of the Library Board,
discussed a proposed change concerning appointments to the
'\.ppointmentl
Board. Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and seconded
by Mayor Dolezal to adopt the ordinance with the following
amendment on Page 2, Section 3:
District I Term to expire October I, 1985
District 2 - Term to expire October I, 1983
District 3 - Term to expire October I, 1985
District 4 - Term to expire October I, 1983
District 5 - Term to expire October I, 1985
Roll call vote was taken and carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 6-1981
See Ord. Book No. 5 which is incorporated herein by reference.
OPENING OF BIDS
Next the Board opened the sealed bids for construc- ~ids &
roposals;
tion of a structure to be used as a library facility and other ibrary;
uildings &
governmental offices in Marathon, Florida. Proof of publica- rounds.
tion was entered into the records. Motion was made by Com-
missioner Hernandez and seconded by Chairman Dolezal to open
the bids. Motion carried unanimously. The following bids
were received:
Beauchamp Construction Co., Inc.
4105 Ponce de Leon Boulevard
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
TOTAL
$935,000.00
Alternate I
$ 41,000.00
$976,000.00
Avanto Construction Inc.
P. O. Box 17161
Tampa, Florida 33682
TOTAL
$753,829.00
Alternate I
$ 24,753.00
$778,582.00
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Bids &
Proposals;
Machinery &
Equipment.
Stobs Brothers Construction Co.
7010 N.E. 4th Court
Miami, Florida 33138
TOTAL
$1,033,000.00
Alternate I
$ 34,000.00
$1,067,000.00
All bids included bid bonds. Motion was made by Commissioner
Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Blair to refer the bids
to the County Attorney, Library Board, the Architectural Firm
of McCoy-Knight, and the County Administrator for a report
back to the Board. Motion carried unanimously.
Next item was the opening of sealed bids for one
(I) Truck with Crane. Proof of publication was entered into
the records. Motion was made by Chairman Dolezal and secon-
ded by Commissioner Sorensen to open the bids. Motion carried
unanimously. The following bids were received:
Rechtien International Trucks, Inc.
7227 N.W. 74th Avenue
Miami, Florida 33166 $35,062.68
Duncan Ford, Lincoln-Mercury
1618 Roosevelt Blvd.
Key West, Florida 33040 $34,537.71
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by
Commissioner Hernandez to refer the bids to Mr. Stickney for
recommendation later in the day. Motion carried unanimously.
REQUEST TO ADDRESS THE BOARD
Bonded Mr. Mickens of the State of Florida, Department of
lndebtednes
State Agenc . Commerce, discussed industrial revenue bond issues. Hr. Jim
Bishop of the firm of E. F. Hutton gave a brief description
of the process of using industrial revenue bonds. No action
was taken.
OPENING OF BIDS
Bids & Mr. Stickney advised the Board that he had reviewed
Proposals;
Machinery & the bids received for the truck with crane and recommended
Equipment.
accepting the low bid from Duncan Ford, Lincoln-Mercury in the
Ordinance"
Library.
amount of $34,537.71. Motion was made by Commissioner
Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to award the
bid to Duncan Ford, Lincoln-Mercury in accordance with the
recommendation of the ~lblic Works Director. Motion carried
unanimously.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
The Board then discussed the previous action
adopting the new Library Ordinance. After discussion a motion
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was made by Commissioner Blair and seconded by Commissioner
Sorensen to continue the existing Library Board appointments
<\ppointment
for a period of 60 days and directing the County Attorney to
prepare a resolution and authorizing the Chairman to execute
same to accomplish the extension. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 176-l981
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference
Commissioner Hernandez discussed transfers in the
bistrict;
~udget.
Municipal Service District Budget. After discussion a motion
was made by Commissioner Hernandez and seconded by Commissione
Sorensen to postpone this item until July 14, 1981 and
requesting Mr. Aguero to provide a detailed report as to the
necessity for the transfers. Roll call vote was taken with
the following results:
Commissioner Blair
Commissioner Hernandez
Commissioner Sorensen
Chairman Dolezal
No
Yes
Yes
No
Tie vote, motion failed. After continued discussion a motion
was made by Commissioner Blair and seconded by Chairman
Dolezal to postpone consideration of this item until the after
noon session and requesting the Clerk to provide the balance
remaining in the Pollution Control Budget and report back at
3:00 P.M. Roll call vote was taken on the motion with the
following results:
Commissioner Blair
Commissioner Hernandez
Commissioner Sorensen
Chairman Dolezal
Yes
No
No
Yes
Tie vote, motion failed. No further action was taken on this
item.
The Board discussed Administrative Orders presented ~ounty
I\dministra-
for approval by the County Administrator. Motion was made or.
by Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Blair
to adopt the following resolution approving the Administrative
Orders with the addition of the following language to No. 1-20
concerning vehicle assignments, "and County Commission approva "
after the existing sentence requiring approval by the County
Administrator. Also a change in 1-24 adding the words, "and
Commissioners", after Chairman. Motion carried unanimously.
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Contracts ~
Agreements;
Pub lic
Health.
Zoning;
Licenses &
Permits.
Applicatiol1
Funds(Fed
Grants) ;
Retired
Persons.
Contracts 0
Agreements;
Attorney.
Budget;
Rd. Prog.,
5th&6thc;:
Gas Tax.
Contracts ~
Agreements.
CETA Empl.
Contracts ~
Agreements.
CETA Empl.
RESOLUTION NO. 177-1981 I
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and secon-
ded by Commissioner Hernandez to approve bulk approval of the
following items:
Adopt the following resolution authorizing the
Chairman to execute a Supplemental Agreement by
and between the Board of County Commissioners of
Monroe County, Florida and the Dade-Monroe Mental
Health Board, Inc., District XI supplementing
the budget with additional funds not to exceed
$14,000.00 over the remainder of the terms of its
contract with the Board.
RESOLUTION NO. 178-1981
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Approval of the following resolution incorporating
a biological assessment into the records concerning
application of Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority to
modify portions of the pipeline.
RESOLUTION NO. 179-1981
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference
Approval of submission of Grant Application for
Monroe County In-Home Services, Community Care
for the Elderly, for the period of July I, 1981
through June 30, 1982j local match $7,464.00 and ex-f
ecution .of contract, betw:e~n .Area Ag~:qqy .on A~ll.ng tor
Dade & ~,1onroe CO\;mtl.es/Unl. ted Way .01: D ade CO~, Inc.
for In-Home Servl.ces.
Approval of IBM Lease Agreement for IBM Copier and
Collator for use in the County Attorney's Office,
County Administration Building, at a monthly
rental of $293.75.
Approval of Application for Payment No. I to the
Brewer Company of Florida, Inc., project No.
106-8004-01, Paving and Drainage Improvements, -
Second Avenue, Stock Island, in the amount of
$37,506.12.
Adopt the following resolution authorizing the
Chairman to execute a Contract by and between the
County of Monroe, State of Florida, and the South
Florida Eployment and Training Consortium for
CETA Title VI PSE for retroactive approval to the
period October 2, 1980 through April 7, 1981 for
FY 1980-81.
RESOLUTION NO. 180-1981
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference
Adopt the following resolution authorizing the
Chairman to execute a Contract by and between the
County of Monroe, state of Florida, and the South
Florida Employment and Training Consortium for
CETA Title II-D PSE for retroactive approval to the
period October 2, 1980 through April 7, 1981 for
FY 1980-81.
RESOLUTION NO. 181-1981
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference
Approve Grant Application for Senior Community
Service Employment Program for period of July I, W 061
1981 through June 30, 1982; Federal dollars $136,400.00;
local match $l~,?nn nn; ~n~~l~r~nt ~'~l,finn nn~n~
a op e. 0 .ovnng e horizing th'E!!-chalr
to execute an Agreement by and between the National
Council on the Aging, Inc., (NCOA), and Monr0e Count
for Sr. Community Service Project (SCSP).
RESOLUTION NO. 182-1981
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference
Adopt the following resolution authorizing submissio
and approving Grant for Kemp Channel Boating Improve
ment Fund Project with the State of Florida, Depart-
ment of Natural Resources.
RESOLUTION NO. 183-1981
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference
Adopt the following resolution authorizing execution
of Traffic Signal Agreement by and between Monroe
County, Florida and the Florida Department of Trans-
portation at the Island Christian School, State
Job No. 90060, State Road No.5.
RESOLUTION NO. 184-1981
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Adopt the following resolution incorporating a
biological assessment into the records concerning
application of Mr. and Mrs. William Hamilton to
construct a riprap revetment and dock along Duck Key
property shoreline.
RESOLUTION NO. 185-1981
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Adopt the following resolutions concerning receipts
of unanticipated funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 186-1981
RESOLUTION NO. 187-1981
RESOLUTION NO. 188-l981
RESOLUTION NO. 189-1981
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Contracts~
, Agreementf
^ Retired
Persons;
Funds (Fed
Grants).
Funds (Fee
Grants);
State
Agency.
Contracts
Agreements
State
Agency.
Licenses 6
Permits;
Zoning.
Budget.
Adopt the following resolution transferring funds. Budget.
RESOLUTION NO. 190-198l
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE CLERK TO THE BOARD
Approved the following Warrants for June, 1981: Budget.
WAR RAN T S
General Revenue Fund FRS, #32, in the amount of
$5,816.37.
Supplement to the General Revenue Fund, #27, in the
amount of $19,296.02.
Fine & Forfeiture Fund, #65-68, in the amount of
$15,125.14.
Road & Bridge Fund, #53-55, in the amount of
$32,930.94.
Airport Revenue Fund, #24-25, in the amount of
$25,207.30.
Airport Operation & Maintenance Fund, #28, in the
amount of $25,207.30.
Airport Development & Replacement Fund, #12, in the
amount of $1,288.00
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Ordinance;
Zoning.
Conunission
ers.
Contracts
Agreements
Waste ColI. &
Disposal.
Lease, Co.
Property;
Airport.
Law Library Fund, #24, in the amount of $470.10
Card Sound Bridge Revenue Fund, #37-38, in the
amount of $23,192.24.
MSD Tax District, #89-95, in the amount of
$138,704.43.
MSD Tax District #lOO-B, #29-30, in the amount of
$22,981.88.
MSD Tax District #72, #30-31, in the amount of
$3,120.35.
MSD Tax District #73, #29,30,31, in the amount of
$91,572.86.
MSD Tax District #74, #29,30,31, in the amount of
$16,937.48.
MSD Tax District #75, #30-31, in the amount of
$1,582.61.
MSD Tax District #76, #29,30,31, in the amount of
$25,708.48.
MSD Tax District #IOO-A, #30-31, in the amount of
$907.06.
MSD Tax District #IOO-C, #29-30,31, in the amount of
$77,239.55.
MSD Tax District #IOO-H, #29,30,31, in the amount
of $75,363.93.
MSD Tax District #500-L, #30, in the amount of
$117.98.
Motion carried unanimously.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Mr. Proby discussed a proposed Mobile Home Ordinance
No action was taken.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Blair to approve Minutes for May,
1981. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and secon-
ded by Commissioner Hernandez to deny adoption of a resolution
concerning an agreement by and between the Board of County
Commissioners and the Health Systems Agency of South Florida,
Inc. Roll call vote was taken and carried unanimously.
Mr. Herman R. Stein discussed the Solid Waste
Facilities being constructed in the Upper Keys and the impact
of the increase of the population in that area. No action
was taken.
Mr. Eric Ball was scheduled to discuss a Lease at
the Marathon Airport. This ,iteR\~wa.swith~_r~wn.
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Ms. Helen Wadley of the South Florida Emergency
Medical Services Coordinating Council, Inc., presented a
report. After discussion a motion was made by Commissioner
Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Hernandez directing the
recommendations of the council to be referred to the County
Administrator and the County Attorney fo~ review and report
back to the Board. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. George Butler, Chairman of the Transportation
Committee, Marathon Chamber of Commerce, was scheduled to
comment on lease between Monroe County and Air Florida at the
Marathon Airport. This item was withdrawn.
Mr. Fred Tittle, Attorney, addressed the Board regar -
ing reconsideration of a dredging application for Simon
Lipsky and requested that it be postponed until July 14, 1981.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Mr. Lewin officially advised the Board of the
resignation of Mr. Hal Miller, Director of Disaster Preparedne s,
as of June 3, 1981. During discussion Mayor Dolezal discussed
the position of Director and also discussed Mr. Billy Wagner's
qualifications and interest in the job. Mr. Wagner also
addressed the Board concerning the position and some of his
qualifications. After discussion and questioning by the Board
a motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and seconded by
Chairman Dolezal to employ Mr. Billy Wagner of Conch Key as
the Monroe County Director of Disaster Preparedness effective
immediately, June 16, 1981, at a salary of $18,OOO.OO per
year on a temporary basis for one (I) week after which time
he will advise Mr. Lewin of his ability to accept the position
on a permanent basis. Roll call vote was taken and carried
unanimously.
The County Administrator discussed a letter from Mr.
Bill Smith, Chamber of Commerce, concerning the Conch and
Trolley Trains request to provide service to and from the
Airport. Motion was made by Chairman Dolezal and seconded by
Commissioner Hernandez to refer this request to the Airport
Manager and the County Attorney. Motion carried unanimously.
County
Fire Dept
Amb . Corp I
Lease, Co.
Property;
Airport.
Licenses li
Permits;
Zoning.
Civil
Defense.
County
Employee.
Airport.
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Mr. Lewin then discussed surplus typewriters which
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Machinery &
Equipment are available from the State of Florida through the Extension
Airport;
Committee
County
Engineer;
Bids &
Proposals
Machiner
Equipmen
Service to the County. Motion was made by Commissioner Blair
and seconded by Chairman Dolezal to accept 'the following type-
writers from the State and transfer to County inventory:
Property
Identification
No.
5690346
5730237
5750163
5750164
5760149
5760402
Article
Cost from
Inventory Record
$420.00
405.00
440.00
425.00
460.00
Typewriter, IBM Selectric
Typewriter, IBM
Typewriter, IBM, SN 5703477
Typewriter, IBM, SN 6412400
IBM Typewriter, SN 2130131
IBM Correcting Selectric II,
SN 3458934
710.00
Motion carried unanimously.
The Board recessed for lunch.
Meeting Re-convened
The meeting re-convened with all Commissioners
present except Commissioner Harvey along with County staff.
REPORTS AND CORRESPONDENCE OF BOARD MEMBERS
Commissioner Sorensen discussed possible acquisition
of Federal land in North Key Largo for an airport and establis -
ment of an Airport Advisory Committee. Mr. Bob Harris of
Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan, Inc., discussed a proposal
for the County to construct an airport at the abandoned
Hawk Missle Site in Key Largo. Mr. Ernie Bean of the Upper
Keys Chamber of Commerce supported the concept. Mr. Henry
Rosenthall, President of the Islamorada Chamber of Commerce,
also supported the concept. Motion was made by Commissioner
Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Hernandez to adopt the
following resolution directing the County Attorney to request
transfer of the five (5) closed abandoned Missle Sites in
Monroe County from the U. S. Government to Monroe County.
Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 191-1981
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by
Commissioner Hernandez to adopt the following resolution
establishing an Advisory Board to determine the feasibility
for establishing a County Airport at the abandoned Missle
Site, HM 40, on Key Largo. The Advisory Board is to be
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comprised of a representative to be nominated by the Islamorad
Chamber of Commerce, Upper Keys Chamber of Commerce, Ocean
Reef Club, Mr. Karl Beckmeyer, Attorney and pilot from Key
Largo, and Capt. Ernie Bean, Pam American Airlines Pilot.
Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 192-1981
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
complaints in reference to Mr. Dennis, the County Biologist.
Mr. Lewin discussed a petition and letters concerninc
County
Employee.
This was presented to the Board for their information. This
item was referred to Mr. Lewin for appropriate action.
Mr. Proby discussed his conversation with Mr. Robert
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Rd. prog.
5thc;:6thc;:
Gas Tax;
Opinions,
Legal;
Attorney.
Counsel to the State Association of County Commissioners, con-
cerning the use of the Fifth and Sixth Cents Gas Tax for road
maintenance and indicated that Mr. Roberts would be providing
him with a written opinion.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and seconde( Licenese &
Permit;
by Commissioner Hernandez to approve a variance to the Flood Zoning.
Hazard Ordinance for Anthony Regna and J. Baxter Gentry.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
License &
Permit;
Zoning.
seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to postpone (lpproval of
AICUZ Variances for Donald and Paula D'Amato and Daniel and
Dianne Stephenson until July 28, 1981 and to refer to Mr.
Wein~"am, Zoning Director, for his recommendation. During dis-
cussion Commissioner Sorensen withdrew his second and Com-
missioner Blair seconded the motion. Roll call vote was taken
with the following results:
Commissioner Blair
Commissioner Hernandez
Commissioner Sorensen
Chairman Dolezal
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Motion carried.
Mr. Potter, HRS, discussed the request for additiona Jails;
Bldgs. &
space for HRS for temporary juvenile detention facility in the Grounds;
Juvenile
Old County Jail building. After discussion a motion was made Detention
Home;
by Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Hernande State
Agency.
to comply with HRS's request directing HRS to prepare a propose~-
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Lease, Co
Property.
Rd. Prog.,
5th&6th~
Gas Tax;
Bridges,
etc.;
Co. Eng.;
Licenses &
Permits.
Tax Delin-
quent.
Sheriff;
Budget.
lease to be submitted to the County Attorney for his examina-
tion and recommendation to the Board. Motion carried
unanimously.
Mr. stickney, Public Works Director, discussed the
use of the Fifth and sixth Cents Gas Tax monies for Copa
D'Ora and Yellowtail Bridges which are in desperate need of
repair. After discussion a motion was made by Commissioner
Sorensen and seconded by Chairman Dolezal authorizing Public
Works to issue a work order to Post, Buckley, Schuh, and
Jernigan, Inc., Consulting Engineers, to proceed with the
preparation of plans and specifications for the replacement
of the bridges utilizing the 5th and 6th Cents Gas Tax.
Roll call vote was taken and carried unanimously. Motion
was then made by Commissioner Hernandez and seconded by Com-
missioner Sorensen directing the County Attorney to prepare
a resolution and the Chairman to execute same requesting the
Florida Department of Transportation, the Coast Guard, the
Army Corps of Engineers and the Florida Department of
Environmental Regulations to allow for expeditious permitting
which is required for the construction of the two (2) bridges.
Roll call vote was taken and carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 193-1981
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference
REQUEST TO ADDRESS THE BOARD
Mr. Harry F. Knight, Tax Collector, Mr. Ervin
Higgs, Property Appraiser, and Mr. John Dent, Attorney,
representing the property Appraiser, made a report concerning
Bermuda Shores Subdivision and the situation with the existing
delinquent taxes. He indicated that a settlement had been
made with the Developer and that no action at this time would
be required by the Board.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
The Board then discussed the Sheriff's preliminary
Budget for FY 1981-82 in the amount of $9,586,390.30. After
discussion a motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez to
refer to the County Administrator for incorporation into the
County Budget. During discussion the motion w.as withdrawn.
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Motion was then made by Chairman Dolezal to set a special
meeting of the Board of County Commissioners between July 15
and August I, 1981 to discuss and adjust the Sheriff's Budget
and to document the Board's approval or disapproval of each
item contained therein. Motion died for lack of a second.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and seconded by
Commissioner Sorensen to reject the Sheriff's Budget proposal
in the amount of $9,586,390.30 for Fiscal Year 1981-82 because
the Budget represented an unreasonable increase in accordance
with the County's size as compared to comparable Counties
and indicating that the increase in personnel request were
excessive. Roll call vote was taken with the following
results:
Commissioner Blair
Commissioner Hernandez
Commissioner Sorensen
Chairman Dolezal
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Motion carried.
Mr. Weinkam discussed the procedures concerning
Maps &
Plats;
District;
plat filings and the possible use of the Resident Engineer
for required examination of plats. Commissioner Hernandez
discussed the possibility of using the Resident Engineer in
both the Municipal Service District and for the examination of
plats since many of his duties were now being performed by
the Consulting Engineers in the Road Department. Motion was
made by Commissioner Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner
County
Sorensen to refer the possibility of reorganizing to accomplis Adminis-
trator.
this purpose to Mr. Lewin and staff for a report back to the
Board of County Commissioners. Motion carried unanimously.
An item concerning proposed Lease between Monroe
Airport;
Lease, Co.
Property.
County and Air Florida at Marathon Airport was postponed.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Blair to approve Application for
Budget;
Waste ColI
& Disposal
Payment No. Thirteen to R. W. Taylor Steel Co., in the amount
of $302,922.00 concerning Monroe County Solid Waste Disposal
Facilities Project. Motion carried unanimously.
Commissioner Sorensen discussed Big pine Key
Recreation area. Motion was made by Chairman Dolezal and
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Recrea-
tion;
Budget.
seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to allocate $10,000.00 for
the completion of the Ballfield at Big pine Key with $6,000.00
to come from the Middle Keys Recreation Account and $4,000.00
to come from Contingency. Motion carried unanimously.
Television Commissioner SOrensen was to discuss placing the
Election,
Sp. & Mise Translator Issue on the November 3, 1981 Ballot for Referendum
(Referen-
dum). Prior to consideration Commissioner Blair raised a point of
order indicating that this item could not properly be raised
by Commissioner Sorensen as it was defeated at a prior meeting
Chairman Dolezal ruled in favor of the point of order raised
by Commissioner Blair in ruling the item out of order. After
discussion of the issue a motion was made by Commissioner
Sorensen and seconded by Chairman Dolezal instructing the
County Attorney to draft a resolution and authorizing the
Chairman to execute placing the issue of the Translators on
a Referendum on the November 3, 1981 Ballot. During discussio
a motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and seconded by
Commissioner Blair to postpone this item until after the
three (3) public hearings on the issue called for at the
previous meeting of the Board. Roll call vote was taken with
the following results:
Commissioner Blair
Commissioner Hernandez
Commissioner Sorensen
Chairman Dolezal
Yes
Yes
No
No
Tie vote, motion failed. Motion was then made by Commissioner
Blair and seconded by Commissioner Blair to postpone this
item until July 28, 1981. Roll call vote was taken and
carried unanimously.
The meeting was recessed in order to hold a Board
of Appeals Hearing.
Board of Appeals Hearing
The Board of County Commissioners sat as the Board
of Appeals in order to hear a request by Mr. Larry Thompson
to reverse the decision of the Monroe County zoning Board in
Bd. of
Appeals
Hearing.
their denial of the request by Sun oil Company for a time
limit waiver, as described in Section 19-76, paragraph (b)
of the Monroe County Code, for the purpose of re-submitting
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an application for an Alcholic Beverage approval on a portion
of Tract "E" of Port Largo Subdivision, as recorded in Plat
Book 5, page 3, and located in Section 33, Township 61 South,
Range 39 East, Key Largo.
Present were all the Commissioners except Commission r
Harvey along with County staff.
Proof of publication was entered into the records.
Bd. of
Appeals
Hearing.
Mr. Fred Tittle, Attorney, representing Sun Mar Industries
and Mr. Larry Thompson, addressed the Board concerning the
time limit waiver. Mayor Dolezal read a letter from Mr. Devit ,
Zoning Board member, indicating that the Zoning Board probably
made an error in their decision due to a lack of a complete
understanding of the request. Motion was made by Commissioner
Blair and seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to grant the
appellants request for a waiver of the time limit waiver as
described in Section 19-76, paragraph (b) of the Monroe County
Code and waiving the application fee for the re-application.
Motion carried unanimously.
There being no further business before the Board of
Appeals it was adjourned.
Regular Meeting Re-convened
The regular meeting of the Board re-convened with
everyone present that was there earlier.
Airport;
Federal
seconded by Commissioner Sorensen directing the County Attornel
Agency.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
to prepare and authorizing the Chairman to execute a resolutior
concerning the necessity for maintaining the FAA Tower at the
Key West International Airport. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 194-1981
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and
Contracts&
Agreements.
Audits.
seconded by Commissioner Hernandez to adopt the following
resolution authorizing the Board of County Commissioners of
Monroe County, Florida, to execute an Agreement by and between
the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida,
and Orvis M. Kemp, CPA, for an audit of County records
commencing July I, 1981 and to be for the next consecutive
~ow
Funds( Rev
Sharing)
three years to terminate at the conclusion of Fiscal Year 1983
Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 195-1981
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference
The regular meeting recessed in order to hold a
public hearing scheduled for 5:00 P.M.
Public Hearing - Budget
Federal Revenue Sharing
A public hearing was held on June 16, 1981 at 5:00
P.M., for the purpose of receiving input and discussing with
the citizens of Monroe County, porposed Revenue Sharing
Budget for FY 1980-81. Present and answering to roll call
were Commissioners Blair, Hernandez, Sorensen and Chairman
Dolezal. Also present were Mr. Kolhage, Deputy Clerk; Mr.
proby, County Attorney; Mr. Lewin, County Administrator;
members of the Press, Radio, and general public.
Proof of publication was entered into the records.
Retired Dr. Borras of the Older Americans Advisory Board discussed the
Persons;
Funds (Rev. RSVP Program and requested an appropriation of $11,000.00 to
Sharing)
be used for the County's match for the RSVP Program for the
Jail;
Committees;
Funds (Rev.
Sharing);
Sheriff.
next fiscal year. No action was taken.
Commissioner Blair discussed the allocation to the
Sheriff and the recommendations of the Jail Reform Commission.
Motion was made by Commissioner Blair and seconded by Chairman
Dolezal to convert $18l,000.00 of the $220,000.00 allocated
to the Sheriff to be used to fund the positions recommended
by the Jail Reform Commission. Roll call vote was taken
with the following results:
Commissioner Blair
Commissioner Hernandez
Commissioner Sorensen
Chairman Dolezal
Yes
No
No
Yes
Budget; Tie vote, motion failed. Mbtion was then made by Commissioner
Funds (Rev.
Sharing); Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Hernandez to adopt the
Sheriff.
following FRS Budget for Entitlement Period 12 with the pro-
vision that the payments to the Sheriff be made in three (3)
installments:
1. Update of Marathon Airport Master Plan $ 5,000.0
2. Finance program for Clerk's Office
60,000.0
3. Increase in pay for Working Deputies
60,000.0
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Budget;
Funds (Re,
Sharing);
Sheriff.
1I'l'........-
Lease, Co.
PropertYI
4. Tools & Equipment for Marathon
$ 22,822.0(
$ 20,000.0(
$ 63,000.0(
$ 45,000.0
$ 55,000.0
$220,000.0
$ 25,000.0
$ 65,000.0
$ 18,000.0
$ 54,293.1
$713,115.1
5. Repairs & Renovations of School
Board Building
6. Advertising Commission
7. Bookmobile
8. Repairs to Jail
9. Increase to Meet Deficit for Sheriff
10. Islamorada Library
II. Big pine Key Property - Library
12. Judges Room in Marathon
13. County Contingency Fund
TOTAL
Roll call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Blair
Commissioner Hernandez
Commissioner Sorensen
Mayor Dolezal
No
Yes
Yes
No
Tie vote, motion failed. Motion was then made by Commissioner
Blair to approve the FRS Budget with the exception of the
$220,000.00. During discussion of the motion the Commission
lost a quorum and adjourned.
A quorum now present a motion was made by Chairman
Dolezal and seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to reconsider
the previous action. Motion carried unanimously. Motion was
made by Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner
Hernandez to adopt and disburse the above listed FRS Budget
for Entitlement Period 12 with funding allocated to the
Sheriff in three (3) installments. Roll call vote was taken
and carried unanimously.
The public hearing was adjourned.
Regular Meeting Re-convened
The regular meeting re-convened with everyone
present that was present earlier.
LEGAL DEPARTMENT
Mr. Proby made a report on the termination of the
lease with the University of Miami at pigeon Key. He
indicated that a possibility existed for a settlement for
some joint use of the property between Monroe County and the
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Contracts &
Agreement .
Bids &
Proposals;
Airport;
County
Master
Plans;
Contracts ~
Agreements
University of Miami. After discussion a motion was made by
Commissioner Sorensen and seconded by Commissioner Blair
directing the County Attorney to proceed with the legal steps
necessary to cancel the lease. Roll call vote was taken and
carried unanimously.
An item concerning a report on the status of propose
agreement with R. E. Scharf concerning Eden Pines Subdivision
was postponed.
Mr. Proby and the Airport Manager discussed a
proposal by Mr. Pat Rebull to update the Marathon Airport
Master plan for the Marathon Flight Strip. Motion was made
by Commissioner Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner
Sorensen authorizing the County Attorney to prepare and the
Chairman to enter into an agreement with Mr. Rebull to update
the Marathon Airport Master Plan. Motion carried unanimously.
Franchise; Mr. Proby presented and discussed a final draft of
Contracts S
Agreements; a proposed Franchise Agreement submitted by Tele Media Co.
Television.
Motion was made by Commissioner Blair and seconded by Com-
Ordinance;
Zoning;
Licenses &
Permits.
Tax Asmt.;
Ordinance.
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ments.
missioner Hernandez to schedule a meeting with Tele Media Co.
at the next Board Meeting for the purpose of entering into
final negotiations on a Franchise Agreement. Motion carried
unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Blair to set
aside the $IO,OOO.OO appropriation earmarked for the Health
Systems Agency which had been rejected by the Board to be
used by the newly appointed Translator Board for operating
expenses. Motion died for lack of a second.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sorensen and- seconde
by Chairman Dolezal to authorize the County Attorney to adver-
tise a public hearing on a proposed Occupational License
Ordinance.
Motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Sorensen to authorize the County
Attorney to advertise for a public hearing on the proposed
Tourist Development Tax Ordinance. During discussion a motion
was made by Commissioner Blair and seconded by Commissioner
Hernandez to table action on the motion. The Board then
proceeded to make appointments to the Tourist Development
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Authority pursuant to the provisions of Florida Statutes
125.0104. The following individuals were appointed:
Tourist Accomodations:
Eddie Breeze, Key Ambassador, Key West
Margo Golan, Holiday Inn, Key West
Dennis Bitner, Key West
Tourist Related:
Rick Easton, pier House, Key West
Beth Smith, Fla. Keys Community College, Key West
Frank Romano, Key West Fragrance, Key West
Municipal:
Richard Heyman, City of Key West Commissioner
Charles McCoy, City of Key West Mayor
George Dolezal, Mayor Board of County Commissioners
Mayor Dolezal is required under the Statutes to serve as
Chairman of the Board.
Motion was made by Commissioner Blair and seconded
by Commissioner Hernandez to adopt the following resolution
approving condemnation of a parcel of land being portions of
Government Lot 2, Section 10, Township 60 South, Range 40
East, Key Largo, Monroe County, Florida. Motion carried
unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 196-1981
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference
Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and
seconded by Commissioner Blair to adopt the following resolu-
tion authorizing the Chairman of the Board of County Com-
missioners to execute an Agreement by and between the County
of Monroe, State of Florida, and Stewart C. Ahearn, Jr.,
d/b/a, Ahearn's Cleaning Service. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 197-1981
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference
Motion was made by Chairman Dolezal and seconded by
Commissioner Hernandez authorizing the County Attorney to
proceed with the vacating of Harbor Course Section 3, Ocean
Reef plat No. 13 pursuant to the provisions of Florida Statute
177. Motion carried unanimously.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE CLERK TO THE BOARD
Motion was made by Chairman Dolezal and seconded by
Commissioner Hernandez to approve the following Budget
Amendments for the Sheriff for Fiscal Year 1980-81:
Appoint-
ments.
Condemna-
tion
Proceed-
ings.
Contracts&
Agreements
Maps &
Plats;
Budget;
Sheriff.
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A. Salary of the Sheriff
B. Salaries of Deputies & Assistan~s
C. Matching Funds
D. Expenses other Than Salaries
E. Equipment
F. Investigations
G. contingencies
H. Salary Incentive
Total
$
29,598.00
1,936,889.00
379,168.00
1,235,030.00
136,000.00
30,000.00
50,000.00
50,000.00
$3,846,685.00
Roll call vote was taken and carried with Commissioner
Blair voting no. The Board then discussed its previous
action conce.rninq, the Sheriff' 5' Budget for fisoal: ye'ar 1981-82
After discussion a motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez
and seconded by Commissioner Blair to reject the Sheriff's
proposed Budget for fiscal year 1981-82 in the amount of
$9,586,390.30 and to approve last years Budget as amended plus
an increase of 10 percent due to the cost of living increase
and inflation as follows :.. .. .. ..
A. Salary of the Sheriff
B. Salaries of Deputies & Assistants
C. Matching Funds
D. Expenses Other Than Salaries
E. Equipment
F. Investigations
G. Contingencies
H. Salary Incentive
Total
Motion carried unanimously.
LEGAL DEPARTMENT
$
32,558.00
2,130,578.00
417,085.00
1,358,533.00
149,600.00
33,000.00
55,000.00
55,000.00
$4,231,354.00
Motion was made by Commissioner Blair and seconded
by Commissioner Sorensen to take from the table an item con-
cerning Tourist Development Tax and the authorization of
advertising for a public hearing on an ordinance. Motion
Tax Asmt.
Ordinance
carried unanimously. Motion was then made by Commissioner
Blair and seconded by commissioner Sorensen to adopt the
following resolution and authorizing the Chairman to execute
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same reflecting the appointments made to the Tourist Developme
Council and authorizing the Attorney to proceed with the
necessary advertisements for the proposed Tourist Development
Tax Ordinance. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 198-1981
See Res. Book No. 23 which is incorporated herein by reference.
There being no further business the meeting was
~djourned.
Appoint-
ments.