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10-24-1950 Regular Meeting REGULAR. MEETING MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE COUNCIL October 24, 1950 A regular meeting of the Village Council of Miami Shores Village, Florida, was held at 7.30 otclock P.M., October 24, 1950, at the Village Hall. This meeting was postponed from October 17 because of the hurricane. The following Councilmen were presents George A. Frix, Mayor M. E. Reynolds Roy Mackenzie William E. Carpenter Absent: Michael J. Franco Mr. Anderson, Village Attorney, was also present. Upon motion made by Mr. Reynolds, seconded by Mr. Mackenzie and unanimously carried, the minutes of the last regular meeting were approved as written. The Village Manager reported on the project of planting trees at the intersections along N. E. 2nd Avenue. He stated that the Alexandria palms were not available and it was suggested that we use Adanidia palms instead. He also pointed out that the zoning ordinance prohibits shrubbery of more than 31 feet in height within 20 ft. of a corner and that it was the opinion of the Police Department that these trees would create a traffic hazard. It was there- fore suggested that small shrubbery or flowers be planted. After discussion, Council instructed that the Village Manager confer with Mr. Byrd and Mr. McCutchen as to the best type of planting for these intersections. A report from the last year's Golf Advisory Board had been received by the Council and read. Mr. Mackenzie moved that a letter of appreciation be sent to the five members of the previous Board thanking and commending them for the work they rendered to the Village in serving on the Advisory Board. Motion 'r,, 6�, o P -2- was seconded by Mr. Carpenter and passed unanimously. It was reported by the Village Manager that the Workmen's Compensa- tion rates have increased 4.5% on our last year's experience and that the increased amount will have to be taken from the Contingency Fund. A letter was read from Ball Productions requesting that Miami Shores subscribe to the making of movies of Florida scenes and activities. Letter was tabled. A telegram was read from the City of Key West offering Miami Shores any possible assistance in the hurricane clean up. Council instructed that a letter be written to Key West thanking them for their kind offer. It was proposed, after approval by the Advisory Board, that a new tractor be purchased for the Golf Course. Upon motion made by Mr. Reynolds , seconded by Mr. Mackenzie and passed unanimously, this request was approved. A proposal was made to purchase a new power plant for the Village Hall. The Village Manager stated that the old power plant was needed at the Village shop but that the one on hand to purchase did not appear to be suitable. Council postponed action on this item, requesting that it be brought up for con- sideration in the next year's budget. A letter was read from the Miami Herald concerning their "Invitation Edition" and asking for subscription to an ad. Letter was tabled. The Village Manager reported on his recent efforts to secure a franchise with the Florida Power and Light Co. at a percentage return to the Village. He stated that he had visited the City of Pompano to discuss their power franchise and presented a copy of same. It was Mayor Frix's opinion that a check should be made of municipalities of comparable size who are operating their own power systems as well as others having franchise agreements with the a �, -3- Power Company and secure all information possible on this subject before any action is taken. It was suggested that the Village Manager contact other City Managers at the Florida Teague meeting and get their advice and opinions on this question. The Village Manager reported that the hurricane clean up would cost the Village around $5,000 over and above normal operation cost. It was suggested that an item be set up in the next budget for hurricane clean up, with the possibility that a half mill be put aside for this expense. After a review of the unpaid bills, Mr. Reynolds moved they be paid. Motion was seconded by Mr. Carpenter and passed unanimously. At the request of the Village Attorney, authorization was granted to pay for the printing of the briefs in the Ellis case by motion made by Mr. Remolds, seconded by Mr. Carpenter and passed unanimously. A discussion of necessary street paving was brought up. Council agreed that paving should be done on the north side of 103rd Street along the parkway from 5th to 6th Avenue; also, the east side of 5th Avenue between 103rd and 104th Streets. Mayor Frix brought up the problem of the school signs on 103rd Street and 6th Avenue causing traffic to use 105th Street with no regard to speed or stop signs. It was his suggestion that more Police supervision be given as well as more school and warning signs. At this point the Planning Board, having completed their meeting, joined the Council to discuss roofing code changes. Mr. Arnold reported on some of the cases of defective roofs and tile laying he found while inspecting for insurance claims. It was his opinion that building restt-tctions on roofs should be tightened up and licenses revoked. The Village Manager stated that 167 r -4- addresses of all damaged roofs are being taken and we are going back to the records to see who put the roofs on. The Planning Board pointed out the extent of the problem in supervising and in inspecting every detail of a roof. It was suggested that permit fees be required of a roofer to pay for cost of having roof inspected. Council requested that the Planning Board study this further and make suggestions and recommendations for better building specifications and authorized the Village Manager to hire an additional man in the Building Inspection Department for the purpose of investigating roofs damaged in the recent hurricane. Mr. Reynolds brought up the suggestion that a letter be sent to the Villagers, urging them to vote on the bond issue for beds for Jackson Memorial Hospital. Council authorized the expense of sending out this letter. Meeting adjourned at 9:50 P.M. // Village Manager d CleGrk APPROVED: Mayor l