02/18/2004 RegularMINUTES
OF THE MONROE COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Regular Meeting
Board of County Commissioners
Wednesday, February 18, 2004
Key Largo, Florida
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A Regular Meeting of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners convened at
9:00 A.M., on the above date at the Key Largo Library in Key Largo. Present and answering to
roll call were Commissioner Charles "Sonny" McCoy, Commissioner George Neugent,
Commissioner David P. Rice, Commissioner Dixie Spehar, and Mayor Murray E. Nelson. Also
present were Danny L. Kolhage, Clerk; Isabel C. DeSantis, Deputy Clerk; Richard Collins,
County Attorney; James Roberts, County Administrator; County Staff, members of the press and
radio; and the general public.
All stood for the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
ADDITIONS, CORRECTIONS, DELETIONS
Motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner Neugent
granting approval of the Agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS
Presentation of Mayor's Proclamation proclaiming the month of February, 2004 as Library
Appreciation Month.
Presentation of Mayor's Proclamation proclaiming the month of March, 2004 as Seagrass
Awareness Month.
BULK APPROVALS
Motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner Neugent
granting approval of the following items by unanimous consent:
Board granted approval to award Public Works surplus equipment as described in Recap
of Bid Opening. Said list is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Renewal Agreement between
Monroe County and Dion Oil Company for delivery of diesel fuel and unleaded gasoline for one
additional year.
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Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Renewal Agreement between
Monroe County and Barnes' Alarm Systems, Inc. for alarm system certification, maintenance, and
monitoring.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Amendment between
Monroe County and Miller Mechanical, Inc. to include an additional six locations to the
specifications for air conditioning maintenance and repair for the Middle Keys facilities.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Residential Lease for Law
Enforcement Officer between Monroe County and to reside in the
for an amount of rent and utilities totaling $425.00
monthly.
Board granted approval of the receipt of monthly report on Change Orders reviewed by
the County Administrator.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Engineering/Construction
Management Contract Amendment No. 1 between Monroe County and William P. Horn
Architect, PA for the Big Pine Key Fire Station.
Board granted approval to rename Buttonwood Drive to Buttonwood Shores Drive in
Buttonwood Shores and Buttonwood Shores Addn., Key Largo.
Board granted approval to rename Ocean Drive to North Ocean Drive in Gulfstream
Shores, Key Largo.
Board granted approval to amend the County's Seven Year Roadway/Bicycle Path Plan
by adding two local roads: Buttonwood Shores Drive, Buttonwood Shores Addition, Key Largo,
and Poinsettia Drive, Buttonwood Shores, Key Largo.
Board granted approval to award bid and authorized execution of a Standard Form of
Agreement between Monroe County and General Asphalt Co., Inc. to purchase asphalt at a fixed
rate of $36.00 per ton for a period of one (1) year, not to exceed $90,000.00.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Traffic Signal Maintenance and
Compensation Agreement between Monroe County and the Florida Department of Transportation
for Fiscal Year 2003/2004.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Modification #4 to Unmet Needs
Grant Agreement No. 01UN-6P-11-54-15-007 between Monroe County and Department of
Community Affairs to modify the Budget and Scope of Work.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to Agreement
between Monroe County and Dean & Sons Funeral Home Cemetery and Cremation Services,
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Inc., changing its name to Seven Seas Funeral Home Cemetery and Cremation Services, Inc.
(referring to the Agreement for Disposal of Remains).
Board granted approval to award Social Services surplus equipment item number 19,
County ID No. 1807-067, 1993 Ford Minibus to Ron Hornbuckle, for $1,833.13.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of Amendment 0001 to Contract
KG047, Community Care for Disabled Adults (CCDA) between the State of Florida, Department
of Children and Families and the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners (Monroe
County Social Services/In-Home Services Program) for Fiscal Year July 1, 2003 through June 30,
2004.
Board granted approval to advertise surplus equipment for bids, approval to remove
surplus equipment from inventory and salvage and dispose of it. Said list is incorporated herein
by reference.
Board granted approval to remove surplus equipment from inventory and trade. Said list
is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval to rescind award of bid to Keys Landscaping for landscape
maintenance at the Key West International Airport, and award bid to Gardens of Eden (the
second lowest bidder). Approval to allow Gardens of Eden to provide services on a month to
month basis, pending a new Agreement.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Cooperative Research Agreement
Grant No. 2004-G006 from the Transportation Security Administration to provide enhanced
perimeter security at the Key West International Airport.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Lease Addendum Agreement
between Monroe County and Budget Rent A Car Systems, Inc. at the Key West International
Airport.
Board granted approval to award bid to H.I.P.P. Industries, Inc., for the Noise Insulation
Program, Phase II Construction, in the amount of $1,337,244.00.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to Rental Car
Concession Agreement between Monroe County and DTG Operations, Inc., f/k/a Dollar Rent A
Car Systems, Inc., and approval to rescind Amendment to Rental Car Concession Agreement
(approved January 21, 2004) due to a scriveners error.
Board granted approval for the Monroe County Sheritl's Office to occupy additional
space of approximately two hundred feet by fifty feet at Florida Keys Marathon Airport on the
east side of the Rick Roth Hangar for a Mobile Firearms Shooting Range and for other aviation
associated and/or related equipment on a month -to -month basis until a formal Lease Agreement
can be prepared.
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Board granted approval to accept bid for sale of surplus property from Edward Russell,
for one (1) Skaggs 36" Turf Rider Mower, County ID No. 2400-119, in the amount of $301.00.
Board granted approval for the Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce to use the
Florida Keys Marathon Airport for the Marathon Seafood Festival, from March 25-29, 2004,
contingent upon meeting all County requirements.
Board granted approval for Sum Air Services, Inc. d/b/a Paradise Air to commence
operating out of the Florida Keys Marathon Airport on a month -to -month basis effective March 1,
2004, and approval to waive all associated and/or related airport fees for a period of six (6)
months, contingent upon meeting all county requirements.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Lease Agreement between Monroe
County and Sum Air Services, Inc. d/b/a Paradise Air, Collins Aviation to occupy space in the
Florida Keys Marathon Airport Terminal, on a month -to -month basis, at a negotiated rate of
$382.92 per month, contingent upon meeting all County requirements.
Board granted approval of the acceptance of Grant Adjustment Notice No. 2 extending
the term of the Contract between Monroe County and the Florida Department of Law
Enforcement for the Monroe County Jail Incarceration Program, using funds provided under the
Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Grant.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Amendment between
Monroe County and the Care Center for Mental Health, Inc., extending the term of Contract
using funds provided under the Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Grant from the Florida
Department of Law Enforcement.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Local Law Enforcement Block
Grant Funds Agreement between Monroe County and Monroe District Schools regarding the use
of funds to provide for technical lab security at high schools in Monroe County
Board granted approval to spend Law Enforcement Impact Fees in the amount of
$113,000.00 to add new sally ports/entrances, holding cells for the court system and a control
room at the Key West Jail.
C37 Board adopted the following Resolutions concerning the Transfer of Funds, Receipt of
Unanticipated Funds, and Amending.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 1).
RESOLUTION NO. 046-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 2).
RESOLUTION NO. 047-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 3).
RESOLUTION NO. 048-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 4).
RESOLUTION NO. 049-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 5).
RESOLUTION NO. 050-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 6).
RESOLUTION NO. 051-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 7).
RESOLUTION NO. 052-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 8).
RESOLUTION NO. 053-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 490-2003 (OMB Schedule Item No. 9).
RESOLUTION NO. 054-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 491-2003 (OMB Schedule Item No. 10).
RESOLUTION NO. 055-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 492-2003 (OMB Schedule Item No. 11).
RESOLUTION NO. 056-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 493-2003 (OMB Schedule Item No. 12).
RESOLUTION NO. 057-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 13).
RESOLUTION NO. 058-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 14).
RESOLUTION NO. 059-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 15).
RESOLUTION NO. 060-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 16).
RESOLUTION NO. 061-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 17).
RESOLUTION NO. 062-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 18).
RESOLUTION NO. 063-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 19).
RESOLUTION NO. 064-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Rescind Resolution No. 010-2004 (OMB Schedule Item No. 20).
RESOLUTION NO. 065-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 027-2004 (OMB Schedule Item No. 21).
RESOLUTION NO. 066-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 22).
RESOLUTION NO. 067-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 23).
RESOLUTION NO. 068-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 24).
RESOLUTION NO. 069-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
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Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 25).
RESOLUTION NO.070-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 26).
RESOLUTION NO. 071-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 546-2003 (OMB Schedule Item No. 27).
RESOLUTION NO. 072-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 020-2004 (OMB Schedule Item No. 28).
RESOLUTION NO. 073-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Receipt of Unanticipated Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 29).
RESOLUTION NO. 074-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 30).
RESOLUTION NO. 075-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 457-2003 (OMB Schedule Item No. 31).
RESOLUTION NO. 076-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Amending Resolution No. 022-2004 (OMB Schedule Item No. 32).
RESOLUTION NO. 077-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Transfer of Funds (OMB Schedule Item No. 33).
RESOLUTION NO. 078-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval to request Bids for Consulting Services for Risk Management and
Employee Benefits.
Board granted approval of Worker's Compensation settlement claim no.
022-102-0002093 5/29/03 in the amount of $12,500.00 inclusive of attorney's fees and costs.
Board granted approval to solicit bids for Airport Liability Insurance, current insurance
policy expires July 1, 2004.
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Board granted approval to renew Pollution Liability Insurance Policy with Indian Harbor
Insurance Company through Marsh USA (broker).
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to Administrative
Services Agreement between Monroe County and Acordia National for monthly claim
administrative fees for dental and vision coverage. This amendment is required effective January
1, 2004 as our dental and vision coverage is no longer provided by Acordia National therefore
eliminating the need for administrative fees, except for the handling of runout claims.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Employer -Provider Network and
Utilization Review and Case Management Services Agreement between Monroe County and Keys
Physician -Hospital Alliance effective March 1, 2004 through February 28, 2005.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to Agreement
between Monroe County and Dean & Sons Funeral Home Cemetery and Cremation Services,
Inc., regarding Medical Examiner's facility, to provide that the sub -lessor's name be changed to
Seven Seas Funeral Home, Cemetery and Cremation Services, Inc.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Class A Emergency Medical
Services Certificate or Public Convenience and Necessity to the City of Marathon - Fire Rescue
for the operation of ALS transport ambulance service for the period April 1, 2004 through March
31, 2006.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Class A Emergency Medical
Services Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to Atlantic/Key West Ambulance, Inc.
d/b/a American Medical Response for the operation of an ALS transport ambulance service for
the period March 24, 2004 through March 23, 2006.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract Amendment between
Monroe County and Professional Emergency Services, Inc. to extend the existing Agreement for
six months, March 1, 2004 through August 31, 2004, to allow parties sufficient time to determine
the details of future operations.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Renewal Agreement between
Monroe County, acting as the governing board for Municipal Services Taxing District #6, and
Fire Tech Repair Service, Inc. for maintenance of fire apparatus, including preventative
maintenance, unscheduled maintenance and annual pump testing.
Board granted approval to rename Marlin Avenue to South Marlin Avenue in Largo
Sound Park, and Marlin Avenue to North Marlin Avenue in Riviera Village, Key Largo.
Board approved the following Resolutions amending initial roll-over Resolutions for 2003
Older Americans Act Funds approved at the November 19, 2003 Board meeting in the amount of
$58,013.25; transferring available funds from the 2003 Older Americans (OAA Grant) to be used
to cover outstanding expenses; and requesting additional County Match equaling $17,300,
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$11,000 needed to cover outstanding invoices in the C-2 Nutrition Program, the remainder of
$6,300 is for OAA Programs provided by In -Home Service:
Resolution amending Resolution No. 405-2003.
RESOLUTION NO. 079-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution amending Resolution No. 406-2003.
RESOLUTION NO. 080-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution amending Resolution No. 407-2003.
RESOLUTION NO. 081-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution amending Resolution No. 408-2003.
RESOLUTION NO. 082-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 083-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 084-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Resolution concerning the Transfer of Funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 085-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
Board granted approval of the appointment of Claire Lang to the Monroe Council of the
Arts Cultural Umbrella Representative for District IV, replacing David Cohn.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Destination Events Agreement
between Monroe County and the Islamorada Chamber of Commerce covering the Columbus 1 OK
Getaway on October 9, 2004 in an amount not to exceed $5,000, DAC IV, FY 2004 Event
Resources.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to Agreement
between Monroe County and Keys Classic Anglers Tournament, Inc. and Findlay Sinclair for the
Key West Classic on April 28-May 1, 2004.
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Board adopted the following Resolution to provide additional advance registration and
booth -related expenses for trade shows for Fiscal Year 2005 to be paid from Tourist
Development Council Funds in Fiscal Year 2004.
RESOLUTION NO. 086-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Interlocal Agreement for Grant In
Aid Funds between Monroe County and the City of Marathon to acquire land for an Aquatic
Center in an amount not to exceed $120,000, DAC III, FY 2004, Capital Project Resources.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Turn Key Events Agreement
between Monroe County and Barley's Bay Festival, Inc. covering the Barley's Bay Music Festival
on May 7-8, 2004 in an amount not to exceed $3,581, FY 2004, Third Penny, DAC V allocation.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to Agreement
between Monroe County and the City of Key West for the Southernmost Point Improvement
Project.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Grant In Aid Award Agreement
between Monroe County and Marine Mammal Conservancy, Inc. for the Rehabilitation Center
project in an amount not to exceed $91,000, DAC V, FY 2004 Capital Project Resources.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to Agreement
between Monroe County and Smith Travel Research, Inc. to revise scope of services.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to Agreement
between Monroe County and the Key West Botanical Garden Society for the ADA compliant
walkway project.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of an Amendment to Agreement
between Monroe County and Florida Keys Community College for the remodel and improvement
project at the Tennessee Williams Theatre.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Destination Events Agreement
between Monroe County and Islamorada Chamber of Commerce covering the Florida Keys Island
Festival on May 1-2, 2004 in an amount not to exceed $25,000, DAC IV, FY 2004 Event
Resources.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Turn Key Events Agreement
between Monroe County and World Sports and Marketing covering Fishstock, The Total Salt
Water Experience on June 18-20, 2004 in an amount not to exceed $45,000, DAC IV, FY 2004
Event Resources.
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Board granted approval to advertise a Notice of Calling for Bids for Destination/Turn Key
Event Funding January 1, 2005 through December 31, 2005 - (FY 2005).
Board granted approval to advertise a Notice of Calling for Bids for TDC Long Distance
Telephone Services.
MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Board granted approval to change the date and location of the Special Board of County
Commissioner's meeting from March 4, 2004 to March 18, 2004, at 9:00 a.m. at the Marathon
Government Center.
DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Board granted approval of a Monroe County Planning Department Affordable Housing
Deed Restriction for one dwelling unit from Miles Wright and Rita Stanyer, Permit No.
03-1-0924, for property described as Lot 11, Block 2, Coral Shores Estates, Little Torch Key.
The applicants are receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the year ending July 13, 2004,
have filed the document in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of one buildable lot from Louis Stremanos to
Monroe County by Warranty Deed, Permit No. 02-3-2195, for property described as Lot 16,
Block 38, Sands Subdivision, Big Pine Key. The applicant is receiving a dwelling unit allocation
award for the year ending July 13, 2004, has filed the document in accordance with Ordinance
No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval to issue a purchase order to Xerox Corporation for the lease of a
Xerox Copier Model Work Center Pro 90 Copier/Printer, under State of Florida Contract
#071736300 for a period of five years.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of DEP Contract No. PL029 between
Monroe County and the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection to eradicate
invasive exotic plants from County conservation lands.
Board adopted the following Resolution rescinding Resolution No. 3 81-2003 because of a
noticing error and approving the request of John Moyant to exchange privately owned land of
conservation value for lands dedicated to the county for conservation purposes under the
County's Rate of Growth Ordinance as per Resolution No. 179-2003.
RESOLUTION NO. 087-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval of a Monroe County Planning Department Affordable Housing
Deed Restriction for one dwelling unit from Marx Investment Group, Permit No. 03-1-2759, for
property described as Lot 22, Block 5, Indian Mounds Estates, Sugarloaf Key. The applicants are
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receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the year ending July 13, 2004, have filed the
document in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of two buildable lots from George Mohr and
Barbara Pyle to Monroe County by Warranty Deed, Permit No. 03-1-2420, for properties
described as Lot 3, Block 27, Eden Pines Colony 3rd, Big Pine Key; and Lot 21, Block 1, Eden
Pines Colony, Big Pine Key. The applicants are receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the
year ending July 13, 2004, have filed the document in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for the transfer of one buildable lot from No F. and Doris D.
Colucci to Monroe County by Warranty Deed, Permit No. 01-1-0254, for property described as
Lot 12, Block 25, Sands Subdivision, Big Pine Key. The applicants are receiving a dwelling unit
allocation award for the year ending July 13, 2004, have filed the document in accordance with
Ordinance No. 47-1999.
Board granted approval for one Monroe County Planning Department
Affordable/Employee Housing Deed Restriction for four dwelling units from Hawk's Cay
Investors LTD, Permit Nos. 03-2-0031, 03-2-0032, 03-2-0033, and 03-2-0034, for property
described as Lot 6, Block 6, Lots 2, 3, 4 & 5 Block 7, Indies Island Sec. 1 Part 1 Tom Harbor,
Duck Key. The applicants are receiving a dwelling unit allocation award for the year ending July
13, 2003, have filed the document in accordance with Ordinance No. 47-1999.
COURT ADMINISTRATOR
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Renewal Agreement between
Monroe County and Roger Young d/b/a OPMI, Inc. for approximately 1918 square feet of office
space for Family Court Programs' staff, Drug Court Program staff, and the Guardian ad Litem
staff.
MONROE COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY
Board ratified attaching legal description, Exhibit "A", to the Subordination Agreement
(Meridian West, LTD) previously approved by the Board at the November 2003 meeting.
Board adopted the following Resolution approving Amendment 1 to the awarded
Community Development Block Grant, Contract Agreement.
RESOLUTION NO. 088-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
MONROE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR
Board granted approval to award Tax Collector's surplus equipment Item No. 1, County
ID No. 0500-564, 1984 Chev. Mobile Van, in the amount of $1,213.13 to Ron Hornbuckle as
listed in bid recap. Said list is incorporated herein by reference.
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COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
Board granted approval of Mayor Nelson's appointment of Paula Wolgast Shea to the
Florida Keys Council for People with Disabilities, replacing Marlen Weeks whose term has
expired. The appointment is for three years, ending February, 2007.
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Board adopted the following Resolution in recognition of the late Jose Tomas Sanchez, Jr.
RESOLUTION NO. 089-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board adopted the following Resolution amending Resolution No. 224-2003 concerning
the reconstruction of the Old Seven Mile Bridge to the original design and requesting the Florida
Department of Transportation expedite the work, to include an additional provision that FDOT
supply electricity to the island through the support and assistance of Monroe County, the City of
Marathon and other local, State, and Federal agencies through the securing of appropriate grants.
RESOLUTION NO. 090-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval of Commissioner Rice's appointment of Scott Simmons to the
Tourist Development Council District 4 seat, fulfilling the term of Peter Henry, term will expire
September 30, 2006.
Board granted approval of Commissioner McCoy's appointment of Anne McCarthy to the
Marine Port Advisory Board, District 3, replacing Captain Lynda Schuh who has requested a
replacement to complete her 3-year term that will expire April 1, 2006.
Board adopted the following Resolution declaring its intent to enroll in the Monroe
County -Wide Health Insurance Plan if the final program provides tax dollar savings and health
coverage levels needed by County employees.
RESOLUTION NO. 091-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval to declare the following item vehicle surplus property:
Transportation Bus, VIN #: 1FDKE30M6NHB57373, currently in inventory under Social
Services Transportation; authorize transfer of the vehicle to the Big Pine Neighborhood Charter
School, Inc.; and authorization for Mayor to execute a Bill of Sale and such other documents as
are necessary to effect the transfer of title.
Board granted approval to publish two legal notices of the County's intent to transfer to
-� the City of Layton for purposes of establishing a wastewater treatment facility.
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COUNTY CLERK
Board granted approval of the following Warrants (2437-2459 & 94775-95631 &
206427-206580):
General Fund (001), in the amount of $1,939,932.10; Fine & Forfeiture Fund (101), in
the amount of $66,186.26; Road and Bridge Fund (102), in the amount of $31,317.20; Law
Library Fund (103), in the amount of $4,869.23; TDC District Two Penny (115), in the
amount of $128,254.63; TDC Admin. & Promo 2 Cent (116), in the amount of $251,315.39;
TDC District 1, 3 Cent (117), in the amount of $143,756.32; TDC District 2, 3 Cent (118), in
the amount of $9,836.15; TDC District 3, 3 Cent (119), in the amount of $17,473.61; TDC
District 4, 3 Cent (120), in the amount of $686.33; TDC District 5, 3 Cent (121), in the amount
of $35,370.48; Gov. Fund Type Grants (125), in the amount of $192,266.78; Impact Fees
Libraries (132), in the amount of $15,229.55; Fire & Amb Dist 1 L&M Keys (141), in the
amount of $164,696.36; Upper Keys Health Care (144), in the amount of $294.54; Fire &
Amb Dist 6 Key Largo (146), in the amount of $39,281.13; Uninc Svc Dist Parks & Rec
(147), in the amount of $34,757.67; Plan, Build, Zoning (148), in the amount of $45,117.56;
Municipal Policing (149), in the amount of $20,880.24; 911 Enhancement Fee (150), in the
amount of $14,742.97; Duck Key Security (152), in the amount of $165.41; Local Housing
Assistance (153), in the amount $83,387.17; Boating Improvement Fund (157), in the amount
of $11,980.00; Misc. Special Revenue Fund (158), in the amount of $4,987.11; Law
Enforcement Trust (162), in the amount of $9,000.00; Marathon Municipal Service (166), in
the amount of $1,748.70; Conch Key Wastewater MSTU (167), in the amount of $26.95; Bay
Point Wastewater MSTU (168), in the amount of $59.52; Key Largo Wastewater MSTU
(170), in the amount of $1,438.15; 1 Cent Infra Surtax (304), in the amount of $63,508.20;
Clerk's Rev Note, Capital (306), in the amount of $14,400.00; 2003 Revenue Bonds (307), in
the amount of $3,232.04; Card Sound Bridge (401), in the amount of $2,719.80; Marathon
Airport (403), in the amount of $25,301.93; Key West Intl. Airport (404), in the amount of
$197,027.12; MSD Solid Waste (414), in the amount of $431,039.14; Worker's Compensation
(501), in the amount of $54,261.11; Group Insurance Fund (502), in the amount of
$535,515.29; Risk Management Fund (503), in the amount of $53,601.70; Fleet Management
Fund (504), in the amount of $68,943.91; Fire & EMS LOSAP Trust Fund (610), in the
amount of $4,200.00.
Board granted approval of the following Fine & Forfeiture Expenditures:
Court Reporter Services, Ace Reporting Inc., in the amount of $400.95; Amy Landry
Reporting, in the amount.of $135.00; Associated Court Reporters, in the amount of $1,879.50;
Catherine Webster aka Cathy Webster, in the amount of $515.25; Court Reporters of Key West,
in the amount of $599.25; Monroe County Court Reporting, in the amount of $684.50; Suzanne
Ex dba All Keys Reporting, in the amount of $719.00; Veritext LLC, in the amount of $543.75;
Competency Evaluation, A Louis O'Conner,PHd, in the amount of $350.00; Care Center for
Mental Health, in the amount of $3,750.00; James W. Holbrook EDD, in the amount of
$1,225.00; The Counseling Associates, in the amount of $8,150.00; Court Interpreter, Alex
Diaz, in the amount of $505.00; Basia Dziewanoski, in the amount of $25.00; Claudia M.
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Hancock, in the amount of $170.00; Estrella Garcia, in the amount of $50.00; Jacob Zucker, in
the amount of $25.00; Jean C. Nelson, in the amount of $400.00; Jose R. Mendez, in the amount
of $275.00; Marketa Trnka, in the amount of $75.00; Martha Hernandez, in the amount of
$215.00; Mary Lou Waas, in the amount of $50.00; Pilar Nelson, in the amount of $337.50;
Rafael Garcia, in the amount of $85.00; Ute Rohe, in the amount of $35.00; Witness
Coordination, Witness Payroll, in the amount of $85.00; Witness Travel & Per Diem, in the
amount of $22,742.75; Court Appointed Attorney Fees - Conflict, Gregory Davila, in the
amount of $1,120.62; Halford G. Schuhmacher, in the amount of $1,729.41; John P. Rotolo, in
the amount of $2,336.25; Laurie Hall, in the amount of $2,010.00; Rayme Suarez, in the amount
of $2,002.50; Timothy Nicholas Thomes, in the amount of $350.00; Miscellaneous Expenses,
Marlene Bynum, in the amount of $55.81; Monroe County Sheriff's Department, in the amount of
$307.37; State of Florida, in the amount of $0.97.
Board granted approval of the following Tourist Development Council Expenditures for
the month of January 2004:
Advertising, in the amount of $349,422.10; Bricks & Mortar Projects, in the amount of
$141,256.53; Visitor Information Services, in the amount of $45,874.98; Events, in the amount
of $15,641.47; Office Supplies & Oper Costs, in the amount of $78,475.28; Personal Services,
in the amount of $48,822.66; Public Relations, in the amount of $64,577.59; Sales &
Marketing, in the amount of $34,665.87; Telephone & Utilities, in the amount of $10,853.94;
Travel, in the amount of $6,161.20.
Board granted official approval of the Board of County Commissioners minutes from the
Regular Meeting of December 17, 2003 (previously distributed).
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Board granted approval to re -appoint Mr. Tom Neville to the Duck Key Security
Advisory Board, with a term expiring February 1, 2006.
Board granted approval to re -appoint Mr. David Lyon to the Duck Key Security Advisory
Board, with a term expiring February 1, 2006.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Contract for Web Posting Services
between Monroe County and Advanced Data Solutions, Inc. for document imaging services for
posting Board of County Commissioners' monthly meeting agendas on the County's website.
Board granted approval of a Public Service Bond for Danise D. Henriquez, Monroe
County Tax Collector. This is a condition of qualification for office as outlined by the State of
Florida.
Board granted approval of the appointment of Jonathan Barth to the Contractors'
Examing Board, with term to commence February 18, 2004 and expire February 17, 2007,
replacing Gary Johnson.
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Board granted approval of the appointment of Gary Centonze to the Contractors'
Examining Board, with term to commence February 18, 2004 and expire February 17, �2007,
replacing Keith Burgin.
Board granted approval of initiation of collection proceedings against William L. Davis for
$29,500.00 - Case No. U3-02-1254, and to release lien against property owned by Karina
Miranda.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a code enforcement lien settlement
agreement between Monroe County and Eduard Stefani, Case No. M1-01-475, and authorized
staff to execute release of lien once terms of settlement agreement have been met.
Board granted approval of the ratification of Exhibits A & B which were not attached to
the Agreement between the Sheriff of Monroe County, the Board of County Commissioners and
the City of Marathon to provide police service to the City of Marathon.
Board adopted the following Resolution providing for payment out of the General Fund to
the Airport Enterprise Fund the amount of $19,023.30 per year beginning in January 2006 for
office space at the Marathon Florida Keys Airport for the District Four County Commissioner.
RESOLUTION NO. 092-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Settlement Agreement Addendum
in the matter of Department of Community Affairs v. Monroe County School Board, Kitty
Wasserman, BHF Corp, and Monroe County, Case No. APP-92-061 DOAH Case No. 93-1316
replacing language in Sections 4 and 5 of the prior agreements concerning the Big Pine
Neighborhood Charter School.
Board granted approval of a Joint Stipulation of Settlement and Request for Dismissal of
Case in Karl Loose, Advocates for Disabled Americans v. Monroe County, Case No.
03-10019-CIV-Highsmith.
Board granted approval and authorized execution of a Consent to Assignment of Lease
for Canalis Holding Corp. to assign the rights, title and interest in the Lease Agreement effective
from December 1, 1997 through November 30, 2017 to Earthmark Companies, LLC, for use as
parking premises for the Mandalay Marina and Restaurant at MM 97.5.
Motion carried unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS BULK APPROVALS
Commissioner Rice abstained from voting on the following item:
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Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner S,pehar
granting approval and authorizing execution of a Renewal Agreement between Monroe County
and the Guidance Clinic of the Middle Keys, Inc. for wastewater treatment processing from the
Marathon Detention Facility. Motion carried unanimously, with Commissioner Rice Abstaining.
Public Safety Director, Reggie Paros addressed the Board. After discussion, motion was
made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Rice granting approval to award
the Solid Waste Management surplus equipment to highest bidders, excluding Item 21 (County ID
No. 0970-187) and Item 22 (County ID No. 0977-018), as described in Recap of Bid Opening.
Said list is incorporated herein by reference. Motion carried unanimously.
Commissioner Rice abstained from voting on the following item:
Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Spehar
granting approval to subcontract for Baker Act and Marchman Act transportation services
between Guidance Clinic of the Middle Keys, Inc. and Jessrica, Inc. as an attachment to the
Contract between Monroe County and Guidance Clinic of the Middle Keys, Inc. Motion carried
unanimously, with Commissioner Rice abstaining.
PUBLIC SAFETY
Mr. Paros discussed with the Board consideration of alternatives and directions to staff
regarding the removal and disposal of septage and biosolids generated in Monroe County. Ann
Haack, representing Mike Haack Excavating, Inc. addressed the Board. After discussion, motion
was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Rice granting approval of
the following recommendation:
Prepare and send a letter to the Department of Environmental Protection, Synagro d/b/a
A & J Cartage Southeast, Inc., and Sweetwater Environmental, Inc. objecting to
Sweetwater's operation of bypassing the Monroe County Transfer Stations and hauling
residuals directly to the wastewater treatment plants in Miami -Dade County for disposal,
and requiring that such operations be discontinued immediately, because it is inconsistent
with Monroe County's agreement with A & J Cartage, Inc. for removal and disposal of
septage and biosolids generated in Monroe County.
2. Prepare and advertise for Public Hearing an amendment to the applicable section(s) of the
Monroe County Code that will require that all sludge generated and collected within the
territorial limits of the Solid Waste Municipal Service District shall be hauled to the
County's transfer stations by specialty haulers who provide for the collection of special
solid waste and who are licensed under the provisions of section 8-82, Monroe County
Code.
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3. Contact Synagro and ask if they are interested in rescinding the notice to terminate the
Agreement with Monroe County as of March 31, 2004, and to continue to provide the
scope of services in accordance with the current Agreement's terms and conditions,
predicated upon the above actions becoming effective and the volume of sludge being
delivered to the transfer station sites being restored to at least 4,500,000 gallons a year.
If Synagro is not interested in the aforementioned, accept Synagro's January 6, 2004
proposal for a put or base price monthly income of $49,366.66 to continue the operations
of the Cudjoe Key and Long Key stations only on an interim month -to -month basis while
awaiting the results of a new Request for Proposals (RFP) for those services.
4. Immediately, prepare and advertise an RFP for the removal and disposal of septage and
biosolids (sludge) generated in Monroe County.
Motion carried unanimously.
STAFF REPORTS
Growth Management Director Tim McGarry updated the Board concerning a meeting to
be held in Tallahassee on March 3, 2004, with Cabinet Aides, the Cabinet, Governor, and
representatives from the Florida Department of Community Affaris to discuss actions needed to
be taken by the State of Florida and Monroe County to meet the needs of wastewater,
environmentally sensitive lands and workforce housing to be in alignment with the Monroe
County Comprehensive Plan and Work Program.
FIRE & AMBULANCE DISTRICT 1
BOARD OF GOVERNORS
The Board of Governors for the Fire and Ambulance District I convened. Present and
answering to roll call were Commissioner Charles "Sonny" McCoy, Commissioner George
Neugent, Commissioner David P. Rice, Commissioner Dixie Spehar. Absent was Chairperson
Kevin Madok.
Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner McCoy to
appoint Commissioner Rice as Chair Pro Tem for the Board of Governors District I. Roll call
vote was unanimous.
Motion was made by Commissioner McCoy and seconded by Commissioner Spehar
granting approval and authorizing execution of a Renewal Agreement between the Board of
Governors of Fire and Ambulance District I and Fire Tech Repair Service, Inc. for maintenance of
fire apparatus, including preventative maintenance, unscheduled maintenance and annual pump
testing, effective from February 29, 2004 through February 28, 2005. Roll call vote was
unammous.
Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner McCoy
granting approval to waive purchasing policy dispensing with the bidding provision and enter into
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an Agreement for Refurbishing Tavernier Fire Department's 1988 Emergency One 95' Platform
Truck between the Board of Governors of Fire and Ambulance District 1 and Emergency One
Incorporated, in the amount of $150,696.00 (which includes a contingency amount of $5,000.00),
refurbishing of the truck will extend the life for an additional 7 to 10 years. This action is
requested due to the criticality from a safety perspective of having repairs performed by the
manufacturer of this specialized apparatus. Roll call vote was unanimous.
County Administrator James Roberts discussed a letter he received from the Mayor of the
City of Layton regarding membership to the Board of Governors. The item was referred to the
County Attorney for discussion at the Board's next meeting.
There being no further business, the meeting of the Board of Governors was adjourned.
The Board of County Commissioners reconvened with all Commissioners present.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Mark Rosch, Director of the Land Authority; Richard Collins, County Attorney; and Mr.
Roberts addressed the Board. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and
seconded by Commissioner Rice granting approval and authorizing execution of an Agreement of
Purchase and Sale between Monroe County and Beal Bank, S.S.B. to purchase the D & J
Industries property on Big Pine Key. Roll call vote was unanimous. Bill Lowey, representing
the Habitat for Humanity addressed the Board.
WASTEWATER ISSUES
Commissioner McCoy, as wastewater liaison, reported on the status of wastewater issues/
projects.
James Reynolds, Executive Director of Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority addressed the
Board. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner McCoy and seconded by
Commissioner Neugent to adopt the following Resolution committing up to $1.3 million in
Infrastructure Sales Tax money, Fund 304, to the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority (FKAA) to
offset the cost of construction and connection for the Conch Key and Baypoint Wastewater
Projects. Roll call vote was unanimous.
RESOLUTION NO. 093-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Carolee McReynolds addressed the Board. After discussion, motion was made by
Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner McCoy granting approval and authorizing
execution of an Agreement for Independent Engineering Services between Monroe County and
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URS Corporation Southern for engineering evaluation work for south Stock Island. County
Administrator James Roberts addressed the Board. Roll call vote was unanimous.
Mr. Roberts then addressed the Board concerning a Resolution establishing the
Assessment Interest Amount necessary for implementation of the provisions of Ordinance No.
027-2003 relating to, among other things, the provision of wastewater services procedures for
collection of wastewater assessments. Mr. Roberts also discussed a proposal from Government
Services Group, Inc. to provide specialized assistance to Monroe County and its staff in the billing
and collection of Stock Island Utility Assessments using the tax bill collection method for Fiscal
Year 2004-05 based on the County's existing assessment methodology and assessment rates.
After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by Commissioner
McCoy to adopt the following Resolution with an interest rate of -nine four per cent. Roll call
vote was unanimous.
RESOLUTION NO. 094-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Mr. Roberts and County Attorney Richard Collins addressed the Board. Motion was
made by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Neugent to adopt the following
Resolution to assign right to purchase Hawk's Cay Wastewater Treatment Facility to the Florida
Keys Aqueduct Authority. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 095-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
SOUNDING BOARD
Kim Brandell, representing Brandell Studios, Inc., and Spencer Slate made a presentation
before the Board of a vision for an underwater City of Atlantis in Key Largo. No official action
was taken by the Board.
Lucille Sacco Gage discussed with the Board another way of moving traffic from Miami
to Key West without causing any problem or delays on our existing highway. No official action
was taken by the Board.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
Commissioner Neugent made a presentation of a preliminary report to the Board on
Affordable Housing. Jill Pattison addressed the Board.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
The first of three Public Hearings was held concerning a proposed Ordinance creating a
new Subsection in Chapter 5.5, Article V, Sec. 108 (d), entitled "Oversized Vessel Regulations",
providing for severability, providing for repeal of inconsistent Ordinances, providing for
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incorporation into the Monroe County Code, providing for an effective date. The Board accepted
public input with the following individuals addressing the Board: Chris Fleming, Burke Cannon,
Fred Nickerson, representing the Federation of Home Owners Association; and Richard
Lancaster, representing Hammer Point Owners Association. Mr. Collins addressed the Board and
offered the following corrections to the Ordinance: Page 1, 3rd WHEREAS, , many of the
residents and visiting boaters dock and maintain these their vessels in one of the nearly 500 canal
systems in Monroe County. Marine Resources Director George Garrett also addressed the
Board. No official action was taken. (This item is also scheduled to be heard during the second
of three Public Hearings at the March 2004 meeting).
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance amending Section
164(b)(2), Monroe County Code, concerning Card Sound Road Bridge Tolls, in order to provide
that persons purchasing a book of 400 commuter tickets shall pay $.25 per axle as the toll;
providing for severability; providing for the repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith;
providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and providing an
effective date. There was no public input. Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and
seconded by Commissioner Spehar to adopt the following Ordinance. Roll call vote was
unanimous.
ORDINANCE NO. 002-2004
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance pursuant to Section
112.061(14), Florida Statutes, creating Chapter 2, Article XXVI, Monroe County Code, adopting
a travel, per diem, meals, and mileage policy for Monroe County Commission Members and
County Officers and Employees; further, establishing travel reimbursement rate for per diem at
$100 per day, Breakfast at $6.50; Lunch at $13.50; Dinner at $27.00, and mileage at $.40 per
mile when using private vehicles on county business; Providing for Severability; Providing for the
repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; Providing for incorporation into the Monroe
County Code of Ordinances; and Providing an effective date. There was no public input. Motion
was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Rice to adopt the following
Ordinance. Roll call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Neugent Yes
Commissioner Rice Yes
Commissioner Spehar No
Commissioner McCoy Yes
Mayor Nelson Yes
Motion carried.
ORDINANCE NO. 004-2004
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance amending Section 6-56,
Monroe County Code, Buildings and Construction; Providing for Severability; Providing for the
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repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; Providing for incorporation into the Monroe
County Code of Ordinances; and Providing an effective date. There was no public input. Motion
was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Rice to adopt the following
Ordinance. Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 003-2004
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
MANAGEMENT SERVICES
The following individuals addressed the Board: Robert Keidel, representing Ronco
Communication & Electronic, Inc.; Bryan C, May, representing Nextira One, ILLC; and Gerry
Corelli, representing Bellsouth. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Rice and
seconded by Commissioner McCoy to accept Staff recommendation for award of bid to BellSouth
and BellSouth Financial Services for Maintenance of Existing Northern Telecom Systems and
Dedicated Technician, Upgrades and Additions to existing Northern Telecom SL1 Systems;
adoption of the following Resolution concerning the acquisition of communications equipment
and related software; execution of related documents necessary or expedient to the consummation
of the transactions contemplated by the Supplier Agreement and the Lease, together with any
amendment thereto, their execution to be conclusive evidence of Lessee's approval of such
amendment(s). Roll call vote was unanimous.
RESOLUTION NO. 096-2004
Said Resolution is incorporated herein by reference.
Commissioner McCoy excused himself from the meeting.
DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Jill Patterson addressed the Board. Growth Management Director Tim McGarry
discussed with the Board approval to advertise for a Public Hearing an Ordinance amending
Section 6-29, (Fines and Requirements for Work Done Without Benefit of Permit), Monroe
County Code; to revise fees for After the Fact Permits and create a requirement for payment of
mitigation fees to the County's Environmental Restoration Fund for illegal filling of
environmentally sensitive lands; Providing for repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith;
providing for incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; providing for
severability; and providing for an effective date. County Attorney Richard Collins addressed the
Board. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Spehar and seconded by
Commissioner Rice to approve the item. Roll call vote was unanimous, with Commissioner
McCoy not present.
Commissioner McCoy returned to the meeting.
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COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
Commissioner Neugent discussed his item with the Board based upon resident request
(Island of Key Largo Federation of Homeowner Associations, Inc.) to provide an opportunity to
the residents of the Upper Keys to speak before the Board and express ideas and opinions on the
proposed 75' high, fixed span bridge, over Jewish Creek. The following individuals addressed
theBoard: Jill Patterson, Hall Him, Bruce Cannon, and Glenn Paten, representing Port Largo &
the Federation of Homeowner Associations. No official action was taken by the Board.
DIVISION OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT
The Board was provided with the written Growth Management Litigation Report from
Attorney Karen Cabanas, dated February 17, 2004.
The Board discussed Staffs report on revising the point system for land dedication under
ROGO to award points to unbuildable platted SR, NA, and SS lots. The following individuals
addressed the Board: Ruth Hindelang, John Neudorff, and George Wilson. Growth Management
Director Tim McGarry, and County Attorney Richard Collins also addressed the Board. After
discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Rice
directing Mr. McGarry to come back to the Board with necessary changes to provide the
appropriate amount of value, i.e. points to SR and NA properties. Roll call vote was unanimous.
Motion was made by Commissioner McCoy and seconded by Commissioner Spehar to
table approval of a Resolution opposing ocean dumping by the State of Florida as a solution to
the Piney Point Phosphate Plant issue. Roll call vote was unanimous.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
Mayor Nelson discussed his item with the Board to provide $62,000 for the current Fiscal
Year from Fund 147, Parks & Beaches to the Jacobs Aquatic Center to offset utility costs. This
would allow revenues from pool operations to be used for lifeguards, staff, insurance, and
maintenance. County Administrator James Roberts addressed the Board. After discussion,
motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner McCoy authorizing
the County Administrator at his discretion to locate funding to approve the request of Jacobs
Aquatic Center in the amount of up to $5,000 per month to offset utility costs and direction to
Staff to prepare an appropriate contract for Board consideration. Roll call vote was unanimous.
Richard Lancaster and Burke Cannon, Vice President of Hammer Point Home Owner's
Association addressed the Board concerning approval to advertise for stormwater drainage and
repaving of all roads in the subdivision of Hammer Point. County Engineer Dave Koppel also
addressed the Board. No official action was taken by the Board.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance creating Section 9.5-21
(i), Monroe County Code, that provides authority for the Board of County Commissioners to
establish by resolution fees to be charges by the Growth Management Division for land
development permit applications, land development approval applications, and appeals; amending
Section 9.5-491(a) [Fair Share Transportation Impact Fee], Section 9.5-492(c) [Fair Share
Community Park Impact Fee], Section 9.5-493(c) [Fair Share Library Impact Fee], Section
9.5-494(b) [Fair Share Solid Waste Impact Fee], and Section 9.5-495 (b) [Fair Share Police
Facilities Impact Fee] to provide authority for the Board of County Commissioners to establish
impact fees by resolution; and, deleting Section 9.5-522 to eliminate the fee schedule for map
petitions and administrative appeals from the Code. Jill Patterson addressed the Board. No
official action was taken. [It was requested that the item be withdrawn due to errors in the text of
the advertisement]
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance amending Sec.
9.5-317(b)(1)b. (Standards for Issuance of Building Permits in areas of Special Flood Hazard) to
the Monroe County Land Development Regulations to modify certain regulations outdated as a
result of new technology; providing for repeal of all Ordinances inconsistent herewith; providing
for incorporation into the Monroe County Code of Ordinances; and providing for an effective
date. There was no public input. Motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded by
Commissioner Spehar to adopt the following Ordinance. Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 005-2004
Said Ordinance is incorporated herein by reference.
A Public Hearing was held concerning adoption of an Ordinance amending Sections
9.5-122.3, 9.5-124.8 and 9.5-266, Monroe County Code, to prohibit the awarding of points under
ROGO for aggregation within specific areas and to grant authority to the Growth Management
Director and County Attorney to approve restrictive covenants and warranty deeds under
ROGO/NROGO. There was no public input. Motion was made by Commissioner McCoy and
seconded by Commissioner Rice to withdraw the item. Motion carried unanimously. [It was
requested that the item be withdrawn, as the Planning Commission continued the item until it's
March 24, 2004 meeting]
COUNTY CLERK
County Clerk, Danny L. Kolhage addressed the Board. Motion was made Commissioner
Rice and seconded by Commissioner Neugent granting approval to rescind the revised Service
Agreement with the Florida International University described in the grant application
"Milemarkers; Linking Keys History", that was approved at the April 16, 2003 meeting, but never
received by the Clerk for execution. Motion carried unanimously.
County Administrator James Roberts addressed the Board. Motion was made by
Commissioner Neugent and seconded by Commissioner Spehar granting approval to' rescind an
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Agreement to contribute to the construction of a Culvert with Sunset Venture, developler of
Sunset Key and Marina on Stock Island, that was approved at the June 19, 2002 meeting, but
never received by the Clerk for execution. Motion carried unanimously.
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
Mayor Nelson discussed his item with the Board concerning Representative Sorenson's
bill to adopt interim construction standards in areas to be served by a central sewage facility
before July 1, 2010. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Neugent and seconded
by Commissioner McCoy to approve the item, with a date change from July 1, 2010 to July 1,
2007. Roll call vote was unanimous.
Mayor Nelson discussed his item with the Board concerning approval for Louie LaTorre
to attend the nation-wide Annual Legislative Conference in Washington, DC from February 27
through March 3, 2004 for the National Association of Counties (NACO). Mr. Roberts
addressed the Board. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner McCoy and seconded
by Commissioner Spehar to allow Mr. LaTorre to attend the following three (3) conferences:
NACO Legislative Conference
February 27- March 2, 2004
Washington, D.C.
NACO Annual Conference
July 16-20, 2004
Phoenix, AZ
NACO Human Services Conference (TBA)
November 2004
Roll call vote was taken with the following results:
Commissioner Neugent No
Commissioner Rice
No
Commissioner Spehar
Yes
Commissioner McCoy
Yes
Mayor Nelson
No
Motion failed. Motion was then made by Mayor Nelson and seconded by Commissioner Rice to
allow Mr. LaTorre to attend the following conference:
NACO Legislative Conference
February 27- March 2, 2004
Washington, D.C.
Roll call vote was taken with the following results:
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Commissioner Neugent
Commissioner Rice
Commissioner Spehar
Commissioner McCoy
Mayor Nelson
Motion carried.
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
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County Administrator James Roberts reminded the Board of the date change of the
Special Board of County Commissioner's meeting from March 4, 2004 to March 18, 2004, at
9:00 a.m. at the Marathon Government Center. Mr. Roberts discussed the possibility of
combining Monroe County's Technical Services under a managerial relationship with the Sheriff's
Office of Information Management personnel. Mr. Roberts also discussed contracting for records
storage services.
Commissioner Spehar requested the status of the contract for the Stock Island Fire
Department. Mr. Roberts updated the Board.
Marine Resources Director, George Garrett addressed the Board. Motion was made by
Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner Neugent to appointment George Garrett as
the Board's representative to participate on the Task Team in conjunction with the Army Corp. of
Engineer Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan. Motion carried unanimously.
COUNTY ATTORNEY
County Attorney Richard Collins reported to the Board concerning the litigation of Shark
Key Development Corp., and Susan Thommes v. Monroe County and James Roberts, as County
Administrator, Case No. 2004-CA-000 15 1 -K. The Board agreed for the County Attorney to
enter into a Settlement Agreement.
Mr. Collins presented a settlement agreement with the State to resolve allegations that the
County ambulance service improperly billed Medicaid for services rendered. The Board agreed
for the County Attorney to challenge the Attorney General's Office.
There being no further business, the meeting of the Board of County Commissioners was
adjourned.
Danny L. Kolhage, Clerk
and ex-officio Clerk to the Board
of County Commissioners
Monroe County, Florida
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Isabel C. eSantis, Deputy Clerk