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06/16/1981 Regular ~ ~w II * * * * * * * * * * 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 w 057 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 058W 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 W 059 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. 060 W 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 062W 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. w 063 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. ~w Mr. Lewin then discussed surplus typewriters which I 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 w065 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 , 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~- ~ w 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. w O~ 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 068W 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 w 069 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 w 071 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 072W 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. -L L 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 W 073 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. 074 W 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 - w O~ 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.