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REGULAR MEETING
MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE COUNCIL
November 15, 1949
A regular meeting of the Village Council of Miami Shores Village,
Florida, was held at 7:30 o'clock P.M... November 15, 1949 at the Village Hall,
with the following Councilmen present:
George A. Frix, Mayor
Roy Mackenzie
William E. Carpenter
Michael J. Franco
Absent: M. E. Reynolds
Mr. Anderson, the Village Attorney, was also present.
Upon motion made by Mr. Carpenter, seconded by Mr. Franco and passed,
the minutes of the last regular meeting of November 1 and a special meeting
of November 7, were approved as written.
The first item of business was in regard to Workments Compensation
insurance. Mr. Robert Blue stated that if it is determined that it will be
best for the Village to have a completely insured compensation plan as was in
effect then the present plan can be revised to provide non-occupational coverage
only, which can be effected with little change in premium to the employee. If
the Village wishes to be self-insured, this plan can be continued as is. Since
figures were not at hand, Council instructed that the Village Manager present
a definite proposal at the next meeting.
In discussing ways of discouraging or prohibiting truck traffic
through the residential streets of Miami Shores, it was suggested that a lower
speed limit be put on trucks. Also, Chief Senneff suggested trying to persuade
truckers to use other routes and distributing printed cards indicating streets
they might use. Mr. Carpenter moved that we regulate the speed of all trucks
along 95th St. to West Railroad Ave. thence north to 96th St., thence east to
Biscayne Blvd., by displaying appropriate signs at 20 m.p.h., and also that
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we use Chief Senneff's idea concerning an educational program with truck
drivers, said program to be on a trial basis for 60 days from date. Motion
was seconded by Mr. Franco and passed unanimously.
Mrs. Peter Barcia of 189 N. W. 100th St. was present to ask the
Council when improvement of the N. W. playground would be 'started. After the
Village Manager made a report on the cost of soil and grass for the entire
field, it was decided that the $12000 previously appropriated should be used
on an area the size of a football field and that work should begin immediately.
The Village Attorney reported that he had sent for a transcript of '
the proceedings on the bus hearings. ,
The Village Manager read RESOLUTION NO. 301, disclaiming any title
interest in property now known as Dunningts Miami ShoresExtensions to clear
cloud created by tag foreclosure in 1934. Upon motion made by Mr. Mackenzie,
seconded by Mr. Carpenter, this resolution was unanimously passed and adopted.
In regard to the purchase of a used fire truck, the Village Manager
stated that through the local rating bureau he had learned that the Southeastern
Underwriterst engineer will be here again in December and that it now appears
advisable to wait until that time for his approval of the truck before purchas—
ing it.
A letter was read from Mr. J. N. Lummus, County Tax Assessor, in which
it was stated that the County, through recent legislation, has been empowered
to assess and collect taxes in the various municipalities if this service is
so desired. Council instructed that this letter be answered, declining- their
offer with thanks.
A letter was read from Bessemer Properties, Inc.. in which they ask
for rezoning of certain lots on N. E. 2nd Ave. from residential to business
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as had been done at one time. A general discussion followed as to the back-
ground of this case and how the Council wished to proceed. Mr. Carpenter
moved that we acknowledge receipt of the letter„ disclaim any responsibility
for former actions of the Council in this matter and advise them that it will
be taken into consideration by the first Council meeting in January. Motion
was seconded by Mr. Franco. A roll call was taken of the vote with the follow-
ing results:
Mr. Franco "Yes"
Mr. Carpenter "Yes"
Mr. Mackenzie (declined to vote)
Mr. Frix "No," adding that he was voting
against the motion because he did not think it was in the best interest of
the people of Miami Shores Village to delay this matter. Mr. Carpenter wanted
it noted that his motion was made in the best interest of the people of Miami
Shores. Mr. Mackenzie then moved that a letter be addressed to Mr. Hawkins
explaining that a decision has been withheld until a full Council is present.
Motion was seconded by Mr. Carpenter and passed unanimously.
The next item on the agenda was in regard to complaints about rooms
being rented in the Shores. It was contended that this violates our zoning
ordinance with regard to single family residences. Village Manager was instructed
to check the zoning ordinance for further discussion at the next meeting.
A request had been made by the Presbyterian Church for the Village
to install a street drain at 96th St. and N. E. 6th Ave. Village Manager stated
that this can be accomplished at very little expense and will take care of it.
A letter was read from Mr. Perry E. Willits of the Country Club Advisory
Board, which was in regard to the curtailment of overtime pay for golf course
maintenance, as well as, his letter of resignation from the Advisory Board.
Mayor Frix declined to accept a motion for action on this letter until a joint
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meeting is arranged between the Council, the Advisory Board and whomever they
deem necessary to meet with the Council. This meeting was set for Monday,
November 21. By another letter the Grounds and Greens Committee made a report
and presented a detailed study of comparative figures on golf course mainten-
ance. Mr. Watters further explained the results of this survey and the sentiments
of his committee. This report was discussed but action tabled until joint
meeting.
By motion made by Mr. Carpenter, seconded by Mr. Mackenzie and passed
unanimously, the Village Manager and Village Attorney were instructed to attend
the meeting of the Florida League of Municipalities to be held in Fort Dyers,
Nov. 27, 28 and 29 with a limited expense of $75.00 for both.
Request of Advisory Board to increase Greens fees to $3.00 per person
from December lot to May lot was approved by motion made by Mr. Mackenzie,
seconded by Mr. Carpenter and unanimously passed.
After reviewing the unpaid bills, Mr. Franco moved that they be
paid. Motion was seconded by Mr. Carpenter and unanimously passed.
Meeting adjourned at 10:30 P.M.
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