10-20-1975 Town Hall Meeting 10/20/75
TOWN HALL MEETING
October 20, 1975
7:30 p. m. at the Community Center
In attendance: Mayor Donald W. McIntosh
W. Al Davis
Dean R. Claussen
James W. Condit
Jon E. McLeod
David Peace, Village Manager
Richard M. Lund, Village Attorney
Village Department Heads and approximately 95 residents
Mayor McIntosh opened the meeting and introduced all department
heads.
The Mayor stated that we are here to review what we plan to do and
accomplish during the next fiscal year. The Council has been busy during the
past several months with the appointment of a new Country Club Manager,
preparation and adoption of the budget. We have completed and signed over
the operation of the fire department as of October 1st. We are seriously
studying the Metro Court facilities use of the Village Hall, with studies of
facilities and other uses in the Village Hall complex. The Planning & Zoning
Board have been authorized to study improvements in the maintenance yard
at 103rd St. , and we have been voicing objection to the sludge line going
through N. E. 2nd Ave.
The Mayor stated that the main purpose tonight is to give supervisors
and departments heads an opportunity to meet the public so that the public
may understand and evaluate what they are going for the citizens. The phones
are being studied and evaluated by the phone company. We have been in con-
tact with the Fla. Power & Light to make sure we are receiving the franchise
money we should be receiving. The Planning & Zoning Board is updating and
advising on ordinances in the Village. We are continuing to voice opinions at
various hearings on increased tax assessment, appearing before the Dade
Delegation on Finance and Tax Committee and objecting to unfairness of the
whole tax program, especially for senior citizens, asking for a study in that
area. We will also have a representative, Mr. Hill, from the Metro Tax
Office at the Village Hall Council meeting tomorrow night to explain the Metro
Tax assessment program.
We are currently receiving applications for a new Greens Superintendent
at the Country Club. Mr. Buxbaum resigned as of October 17.
The Florida League of Cities meets this week and the Mayor will be
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there to meet with all other municipalities to coordinate suggestions and
problems to make Miami Shores Village a better community.
Chief Fletcher spoke on the Burglary/Robbery Team that has been established
through a Federal grant in the amount of $58, 000. 00. He reported on re-
locating the Detective Bureau to the second floor of the Village Hall to make
their work more efficient. The Chief reported on other grants for telephone
lines and radios and installation of a computer terminal. Also, they have
initiated business and residential inspections.
Miss Elizabeth Esper, librarian, reviewed the library program for
this year with Bicentennial books, Christmas open house, the gift of historical
documents from the Lions Club, annual art exhibit, summer library program
for children and story hour. There is also a poetry evening in May.
Mr. James Glaid, Finance Director, briefly outlined the financial
picture of the Village and the Country Club.
Mrs. Libby Buckley, Pool Manager, reviewed the program for adults
and stressed the need for a great deal of maintenance on the pool. Mrs.
Buckley also explained the children's programs and special holiday events
at the pool.
Mr. John Cusano, Golf Pro, explained that his duty was basically
trying to create golf activities and to incourage people to enjoy the facilities
of the course, to creatgolfing programs and up-grade rules and regulations.
Through golf instructionwe wanttomake it more interesting to use the
facility. We are upgrading the electric cart facilities. In summing up, he
stated we have one of the finest golf courses in Florida and hopes that the
Villagers will support his operation as well as the whole club house operation.
Mr. Morris Moranetz, Club Manager, gave his background in food and
beverage jobs and country clubs where he has worked. He mentioned the
things he has accomplished so far and his hope to improve the food and bar
largely for the benefit of the members.
Mr. John Salazar, Tennis Pro, reported on the crowded condition of
the courts, the need for a practice wall and re-surfacing the courts. He
added that he hopes to conduct more tournaments and clinics for members.
Mr. Henry Boliek, Maintenance Superintendent, reported on the palm
tree injections and removal of 700-750 dead trees. He stated that he has
approximately 900 Malayan palms growing at the nursery. Mr. Boliek
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reported on having a new tree trimming truck and plans to install a sprinkler
system on parkways on N. E. 2nd Ave. abutting the parks, plus plans to
repave alleys.
Mr. Harold Petrey, Recreation Director, welcomed the citizens to use
his facilities, and outlined some of the programs available. Mr. Petrey
reported on increasing the ceramic area and he is recommending building
a new corner for more space.
The Mayor introduced Mr. Markel, who is substituting for Mr. Bradford.
He also read Mr. Buxbaum's letter of resignation.
Mr. Dave Peace, Village Manager, reported that he is hiring a new golf
superintendent.
After a short intermission the meeting resumed with audience participation.
Mr. Charles Leeds, 1177 N. E. 104th St. , asked about electric carts
for threesomes. With exception of Saturday, Sunday and holidays, he felt
that three members should be allowed to pay a fare share of $5. 00 each.
Mr. Cusano stated it was a policy established by the Council and it was
felt that they should not deviate, that the policy would have to be set aside by
Council. The Council agreed to take this under consideration.
Mrs. Hanken, 1273 N. E. 92nd St. , complained about the noise made
by ice cream vendors.
Mr. George Perrine, 116 N. E. 97th St. , called attention to the income
in the budget from golf dues that is used to make up the club house deficit and
he suggested leasing the dining room and bar. He wanted the golf dues lowered
and golf cart fees lowered.
Mrs. Maxine Walsh, stated she was in real estate, and asked about the
possibility of extending the membership outside the Shores.
Councilman Condit stressed the need for more money and stated if
we don't get it we will have to open up new avenues and possibly take people
from outside the Shores.
Mrs. Woodruff, 66 N. E. 107th St. , stated that the social members
should be required to sign in, and that the golf dues should not be raised.
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Mrs. Florence Norman, 151 N. E. 101st St. , stated that she repre-
sents the senior citizens group and wanted the city to do something for the
senior citizens; that she started the group at the Community Center and
would like to have this group run by the city, providing transportation,
programs and food. Mr. Petrey stated he would be glad to work with them
on transportation, leadership and guidance.
Mr. James Maury, 2 N. W. 109th Street, complained about people
picking things out of the garbage and asked if we could pass an ordinance to
prohibit scavangers.
Mr. George Perrine stated that he believes there are ways of cutting
down expenses at the club.
Mr. Leo Price, 1000 N. E. 96th St. , complained about the drainage
at 96th Street and 10th Avenue, southeast corner.
The meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.
Village Clerk