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05-18-1982 Regular MeetingREGULAR MEETING MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE COUNCIL MAY 18, 1982 A regular meeting of the Miami Shores Village Council was held on May 18, 1982, at 7:30 P.M., at the Village Hall, with the following Council Members present: Mayor Robert J. Lodge Herbert Spahn, Jr. Donald W. McIntosh Elspeth Jensen Absent: Henry A. Everett Mr. L.R. Forney, Jr., Village Manager, and Mr. William Yates, Acting Village Attorney, were also present. The meeting was opened with an invocation by Mr. Mel Roberts, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Prior to commencement of this meeting, Mr. Dick Welsh, of Miami Shores Masonic Lodge #315, F. & A. M., presented a certificate and commemorative United States flag which had flown over the Capitol in Washington to the Village in honor of its 50th Anniversary. MINUTES - May 4th, 1982 Upon motion made by Mrs. Jensen and seconded by Mr. Spahn, minutes of the meeting of May 4, 1982 were unanimously approved as written. PLANNING BOARD MINUTES - May 13, 1982 Motion was made by Mrs. Jensen and seconded by Mr. McIntosh to approve the minutes of the 13th of May and passed unanimously. 5/18/82 2 FIRST READING - HISTORIC PRESERVATION ORDINANCE The Planning Board recommends the adoption of the Historic Preser- vation Ordinance as prepared by the Village Manager, with a few minor changes. The Ordinance was reviewed by the Historic Preservation expert in Dade County with no adverse comments. The Chairman noted that the Ordinance provides for owner approval before any final designation of a site is declared historic. Mrs. Jensen made a motion for adoption of the Ordinance, seconded by Mr. Spahn followed by discussion by the Council. The Chairman then opened discussion to the floor. Mrs. Marty Stofik of 35 N.E. 91st Street recommended positive action on this Ordinance, and reiterated her statement made to the Planning Board that owner consent is not required by Coral Gables, Miami, El Portal or North Miami and recommended we follow by passing Ordinance that does not require owner's consent, and adding ad-valorum tax relief. The Council agreed to alter the wording in Section 5.B.4 of the proposed Ordinance to require that each of the property owners in a proposed historic district be required to consent to such a designation before it could become effective rather than only a majority of such property owners. Following discussion the Ordinance, as altered, was approved unanimously on first reading. The second reading of this ordinance will be on June 15, 1982. BURGLAR ALARM ORDINANCE - ITEM (3) Burglar Alarm Ordinance, which establishes certain penalties for false alarms, was submitted for first reading. This Ordinance eliminates the permit system which would create an unnecessary burden on the City. 5/18/82 - 3 Mr. John Fletcher, Police Chief, opened the discussion explaining the reasons the Police are requesting this Ordinance, stating that the Department does have a problem with false burglar alarm calls. Chief Fletcher recommended allowance for five false alarm calls in the Calendar year, and thereafter escalating fines for repeaters, up to $500.00 He stated these false alarm calls keep the police from conducting legitimate duties. Mr. Joe Lodge, 390 N.E. 102nd Street, addressed Chief Fletcher with regard to allowance for five alarm calls over a year prior to penalty. The Chief advised that the Department checked with other municipalities and five calls were determined as reasonable. It was noted that the Code Enforcement Board would work with the Police Department to guarantee enforcement of this Ordinance. With no further comments, the Ordinance was approved 3/1, on first reading with Mr. McIntosh dissenting. SUMMER GOLF MEMBERSHIP - GUEST DAYS A proposal was submitted from the Country Club Golf Pro. The specific proposal is to make available fifty special summer golf memberships at a fee of $100.00 for residents, and $125.00 for non- residents, with the stipulation that a golf cart must be used when playing. The period of time covered is from June 1st through October 15th. The Club Advisory Committee endorses this idea, although they felt the fee should be in the neighborhood of $200 to $300. This program is to stimulate play during the slow summer months and to interest people who previously have not been members in becoming members of the Club. Mr. Forney, the Village Manager, recommends the Council authorize the membership as outlined by the Club Pro. 5/18/82 4 This is actually a two-part proposal - summer golf membership and for guest days. (a) SUMMER GOLF MEMBERSHIP The Chairman called for discussion re the summer golf membership. Mr. Forney recommends the summer golf membership at reduced rates to stimulate play during the slow months. Mr. Howard Oberman, 1297 N.E. 92nd Street, a member of the Advisory Board, suggests that the fee should be higher than proposed. Following discussion, motion was made by Mr. Spahn that we accept the recommendation of the Country Club Manager and the Country Club Golf Pro for a single summer golf membership for a fee of $100.00 for residents and $125.00 for non-residents, for the summer period from June 1st through October 15th. They must use carts and not be former club members. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Jensen and passed unanimously. Mr. Charlie Leeds, 1177 N.E. 104th Street, questioned if single memberships could bring guests; the answer was affirmative. Mr. Leeds also stated that he thought the fee too low. Mr. Leeds was advised by the Council that the fee was set to stimulate business during the summer months; to bring people from the Shores in to the Country Club. Mr. Ronald Von Wedel, 1665 N.E. 104th Street, recommended that coupons be given to the summer golf trade for food or drink to stimulate use of the Country Club. Mr. Von Wedel was advised that Mr. Robinette is working on three avenues working together, golf, social and tennis, and distributing flyers to stimulate business. 5/18/82 5 (b) GUEST DAYS This was in effect last year, i.e., free guest days each Thursday and Friday during the summer season, first implemented last season and quite successful. Mr. Forney, Village Manager, recommends Council authorize the institution of this practice again this year. Mr. Spahn made a motion that we have free guest days, Thursday and Friday, May 20th through October 31st, golf carts must be used and the program would not be opened to summer memberships. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Jensen and passed 3/1, with Mr. McIntosh dissenting. PROPOSAL FROM QUAYSIDE ON GOLF MEMBERSHIPS - Item (5) There was a recommendation from the Country Club Advisory Committee with regard to non-resident golf memberships from Quayside. The recommenda- tion was based on certain stipulations which at this point have not been met; it is therefore not to the benefit of Miami Shores to review this proposal at this time. The Mayor recommended that Council entertain a motion to table this item. Mr. McIntosh moved to table non-resident golf memberships fro Quayside, seconded by Mr. Spahn, and passed unanimously. WAIVER OF FORMAL BID PROCEDURE - KITCHEN STEAMER Item (6) The Village Manager and Country Club Manager ask that the bid procedure be waived and to open negotiations with S & S Stove Repair. The Steamer is essential in Country Club operation. Mr. Spahn made a motion that formal bid procedure be waived and the steamer be repaired, $1,315.00, seconded by Mrs. Jensen, and passed unanimously. VILLAGE MANAGER REPORT Item (7) (a) Country Club Financial Report - Mr. Forney, Village Manager, reported that Mr. Balgobin, Mr. Robinette and the Village Manager went 5/18/82 6 over in great detail the status of the Country Club as of the end of April, and utilized two entirely different approaches to determine projection for the balance of the year. The club should operate normally for the balance of the year, but will face a deficit of $49,407.00 at year's end. This is similar to the deficit of last year that was absorbed by utilization of money which came in in September. Mr. Forney stated that this was not a good solution, but he proposed to continue operations without undue changes and would seek to over- come continuing deficits which have taken place for two years. The club is short 135 memberships from the number projected this year. Had the projected membership been achieved, we would not have a deficit in the budget this year. Mr. Jim Stuart, 9280 N.E. 12th Avenue, questioned the deficit which Mr. Forney clarified as being cumulative. (b) CAPITAL BUDGET WORKSHOP This workshop was proposed for May 25th. It was determined that this would be placed on agenda, after Council meeting, of June 1, 1982. ANNOUNCEMENTS: 1. May 27th - South Florida Blood Service Drive will be held at the Community Center, 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon. 2. May 27th - Public Hearing, Village Hall, 7:30 P.M. - Commercial Vehicle Parking. 3. May 31st - Memorial Day - Services at 10:00 A.M. at Memorial Park, Col. Bowen will give the address. COUNCIL COMMENTS Mrs. Jensen reported regarding the Dade League Legislative Report. South Florida Water Management District asked Dade League to rescind their resolution requiring municipalities to enforce water restrictions, but it was unanimous that the members wanted it to remain as is. 5/18/82 7 Mr. McIntosh inquired if there were any plans at the Country Club for Memorial Day. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be grilled, and a barbecue will be held in the evening for club members only. The Council requested that the Club Manager furnish them with copies of activities to be held at the Club so they can be promoted through cable and to people at the meetings. Mr. McIntosh complimented and thanked the Mayor and property owners for the Police Appreciation Program. Mr. Spahn requested that the Village Newsletter come in a more timely fashion. Mr. Spahn also recommended a "welcome wagon" approach to new residents. There was a round of applause for the new Club Manager and the good job he is doing on improving the meals at the Club. Note was made of the increase in attendance at Sunday brunch. The meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. APPROVED: 110100,04:00:, Robert J. Lod:-, Mayo Village Clerk