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11-17-1981 Regular MeetingREGULAR MEETING MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE COUNCIL November 17, 1981 A regular meeting of the Miami Shores Village Council was held on November 17, 1981, 7:30 p.m., at the Village Hall, with the following Council members present: Mayor Robert J. Lodge Herbert Spahn, Jr. Donald W. McIntosh Henry A. Everett (arrived late) Elspeth Jensen Absent: None Mr. 0. Sam Ackley, Village Manager, and Mr. William F. Fann, Jr., Village Attorney, were also present. The meeting was opened with an invocation given by Mr. Mel Roberts, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Prior to the business on the agenda Mayor Lodge made a public statement concerning a news profile that appeared in the Miami Herald Neighbors on 11/15/81, covering Mr. Lodge as Mayor of Miami Shores Village. Because of public indignation over certain remarks made in this article Mayor Lodge stated the comments were not true as well as other inaccuracies in the story. MINUTES - 11/3/81, approved as written by motion made by Mr. Spahn, seconded by Mrs. Jensen and passed unanimously. PLANNING BOARD MINUTES - 11/12/81. Request for variance to use stucco on a frame gable, David Graver, 1155 N. E. 103rd Street approved The Board/a variance for this request based on the unusual conditions of the site. After review of the plan the Council affirmed the granting of a variance by motion made by Mrs. Jensen, seconded by Mr. Spahn and carried unanimously. 11/17/81 -2- Request for variance as to alternate roof covering by Thomas Danluck, 680 Grand Concourse. The Board approved a variance for a smooth surface flat roof rather than tar and gravel as required by Code in order to facilitate the drainage system, and since this roof is surrounded by a parapet wall. Mr. Fann advised that the Council should be prepared to grant this on all occasions and not handled on a variance basis. Mr. McIntosh moved that the request be denied. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Jensen and passed unanimously. Mr. McIntosh suggested that the Council and Planning Board give special study to this question of alternate roof covering in future applications and if the code needs to be altered we should give it due consideration. Approval of plans for building alteration and change of use at 8995 Biscayne Blvd., for window tinting business, by Scott Wilson and Chad Morrow. Plans for this alteration and use were approved by the Board. After some discussion concerning parking Mr. Spahn moved that the site plan be accepted. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Jensen and passed unanimously. RECOMMENDATION ON FERTILIZER BIDS. Bids opened on November 10, 1981, were as follows: Vendor Atlantic Fertilizer & Chem. Co. Homestead Fla. 33030 W. R. Grace & Co. Ft. Pierce, Fla. 33450 Fla. East Coast Fertilizer Co. Homestead, Fla. 33030 Degen's Lawn & Garden Miramar, Fla. 33023 Net Price $1,760.00 1,800.00 1,824.92 1,884.00 The Golf Course Superintendent recommended acceptance of the low bid, which recommendation was approved by motion made by Mr. McIntosh, 11/17/81 -3- seconded by Mr. Spahn and carried unanimously. ORDINANCE TO CHANGE ZONING ON NORTH 150 Ft. of Tract A, Biscayne Blvd. at 92nd St., first reading. Following approval by Planning Board and Council, an ordinance was written as presented, to change the north 150 ft. of Tract A from "0" zoning to B-1, to permit the First State Bank to use this property for banking purposes instead of office as previously zoned and used by the U.S.F.& G. insurance company. Publication of this proposed zoning ordinance was made in a local newspaper, providing at least 30 days' notice prior to final reading. The ordinance was read and approved on first reading by motion made by Mr. Everett, seconded by Mr. Spahn and passed 4/1 with -Mrs. Jensen dissenting. Mrs. Jensen stated that a resident on 92nd Street had asked that one-way traffic be maintained on that street going east. ORDINANCE TO CREATE CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP, second reading. This item was taken up in conjunction with the resolution author- izing the execution of a contract with the Sheraton Bal Harbour for use of the Miami Shores golf course and tennis courts for the remainder of the fiscal year. Councilman McIntosh felt that the resolution could not be considered until there is an ordinance permitting a corporate membership and he moved that the Council consider a second reading of the ordinance. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Jensen and passed unanimously. Following a reading of the ordinance Mr. Spahn moved that it be accepted as read. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Jensen. Speaking against this ordinance were: A. Roger Infante, 691 N. E. 94th St., who wanted dues to be reduced to certain classes of residents, food offered at a reduced price for family dining and other give-away suggestions for attracting new members. Dave Pettis, President of the Men's Golf Assoc., stated that this 11/17/81 -4- type of membership should be presented to the Advisory Others who spoke in opposition: Charlie Leeds Walter Simon Joe Lodge Joe I. Davis 1177 N. E. 104th St. 9022 N. E. 8th Ave. 390 N. E. 102nd St. 720 N. E. 101st St. After lengthly discussion Mr. McIntosh moved Board. to call the question which was seconded by Mr. Everett and carried unanimously. The original motion to accept the ordinance creating a corporate membership category, was then voted on and failed to carry by a 2/3 vote with Messrs. Everett, Lodge and McIntosh dissenting. VACANCY ON CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD. It was announced that anyone interested in serving on this Board may contact the Village Clerk. The appointment will be made at the next regular meeting. ROOF AT COMMUNITY CENTER. Mr. Ackley reported on the problem of the leaking roof at the Community Center which was put on by Obenour Roofing as a sub -contractor for Moran Construction. Although repeated contacts have been made with both the contract and the roofer, there are still leaks in the roof and the Village Manager suggested filing suit if necessary to get this roof properly repaired. Mr. Spahn stated that we should have our Village Attorney write them a letter setting a date for compliance on the repairs. Mr. McIntosh moved that the Council authorize the Village Attorney to take whatever steps are necessary. The motion was seconded by Mr. Spahn and carried unanimously. PROPOSAL TO REVIEW VILLAGE PAY AND CLASSIFICATION PLAN. A proposal was made by Long Associates (formerly with MICA) to review the Village's Pay and Classification Plan for a fee of $3,300.00, assuming the Village will provide clerical and reproductive services. 11/17/81 -5- Mr. Ackley recommended approval of this proposal. Mrs. Jensen stated that the Dade League furnishes this information. Mr. Spahn moved that the Council authorize Mr. Ackley to pursue these lines but get several more bids and put it on the agenda at the earliest convenience. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Jensen and carried unanimously. CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT/INTEREST RATES - Councilman McIntosh Mr. McIntosh stated that he felt the Council should have some input on where the Village's money is being invested, and asked for a monthly report on deposits - where, interest rates and volume of money. Mr. Ackley stated this report would be made on the 2nd meeting of each month. RECRUITMENT OF NEW CITY MANAGER - Mayor Lodge. Mayor Lodge read Mr. Ackley's resignation and thanked him on behalf of the Council for his dedicated service and professional management during the last four years. Mayor Lodge further reported that he has been in contact with the Executive Director of the Florida League of Cities who has been forwarding applications. Mr. Ackley asked for a Council committee to review McIntosh the applications and the Mayor and Councilman offered to serve with Mr. Ackley. VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT. (a) Country Club memberships 10/31/81 - report. (b) Food & Beverage report. (c) State Sales Tax form - our Finance Dept. first to report an inaccuracy on the form. (d) Building permits - 10/31/81. (e) Letter regarding dogs - received from Clement N. Duru, 139 N. E. 102nd St., requesting ordinance to prohibit dogs from defecating on private property. No action taken. ANNOUNCEMENTS. Train Whistle Committee meeting - Village notified that the proposed November 30th meeting could not be met. Notification will be given Council and public as soon as a new date is known. 11/17/81 -6- ANNOUNCEMENTS - contd. Appointment of Chief Fletcher to Dade -Miami Criminal Justice Council. Recreation Dept. Tennis Advisory Committee: Dr. Gene Roy Mr. Robert Mortonson Mr. Donald Schwartz Mrs. Anne Schang Mrs. Kay Henderson Melissa O'Neill (teenager) Barbecue - F.O.P., November 22, 1981 at Pistol Range. Thanksgiving at the Country Club. COUNCIL COMMENTS. Mrs. Jensen reported that carnations are being sold on Miami Ave. at 111th St., which was referred to the Police Dept. Mr. Everett wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Mr. McIntosh mentioned the article in the Neighbors referred to by the Mayor at the beginning of this meeting, and he stated that the Mayor speaks for himself and not the Council. Following this there was a general discussion by members of the audience as to the reported racial slur and whether or not the Mayor would ask for a retraction. The meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m. Village Clerk