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12-04-1984 Regular MeetingREGULAR MEETING MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE COUNCIL December 4, 1984 The regular meeting of the Miami Shores Village Council was held on December 4, 1984, at the Village Hall, commencing at 7:30 p.m., with the following Council members present: Mrs. Elspeth Jensen Herbert Spahn, Jr. Terry Cuson Absent: Mayor Kevin O'Connor Robert J. Lodge Also Present: L. R. Forney, Jr., Village Manager William F. Fann, Jr., Village Attorney About 30 residents who were concerned about the downtown revitalization report and/or the Revitalization Board. In the absence of Mayor O'Connor Mrs. Jensen assumed the chair as Acting Mayor. The meeting was opened with an invocation given by Rev. Matthew Kerestes of the Advent Lutheran Church, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. MINUTES. (a) Regular Council meeting 11/20/84 - approved by motion made by Mr. Cuson, seconded by Mr. Spahn and passed unanimously. Acknowedged receipt: (b) Public Hearing/workshop 11/13/84. (c) Recreation Advisory Committee 11/12/84. (d) Historic Preservation Board 11/26/84. RATIFICATION OF F.P.E. CONTRACT. The Village Manager reported that a contract had been reached with the Federation of Public Employees Union for a 4% increase effective October 1, 1984, and other minor changes as presented to Council. Mr. Forney stated that the contract had been approved by the Union members for ratification by the Village. Mr. Spahn moved approval of the FPE contract. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cuson and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION EXTENDING THE LIFE OF THE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION BOARD. A resolution was presented to continue the life of the Downtown Revitalization Board beyond its deadline of December 6th. Mr. Spahn moved its adoption. The motion 12/4/84 -2- was seconded by Mr. Cuson. Mrs. Jensen presented petitions signed by approximately 400 people who opposed the downtown revitalization plans and the Board,many of whom came to the meeting to voice their opposition in person. Following are comments made on downtown revitalization plan/board: Mr. Jerry Lance, 246 N. E. 102 St., didn't want the revital- ization committee to continue on its present course; it should be strictly as an advisory board to the Council; that the plan should be scrapped, that the committee be advisory with all members property owners. Mr. Edward Harrigan, 260 N. E. 99th St., mentioned the attempts made to revitalize Lincoln Road without success. Mr. Ken Cutchens, 1235 N. E. 100th St., the property owners should not be responsible for business, the Council should not get into private concerns. We do not have a qualified board. Marilyn Charles, 1248 N. E. 99th St., before revitalizing downtown we should be stopping crime; also opposed to spending $40,000 in administrative expenses. Bruce Detweiler, 229 N. E. 101 St., the board does not represent home owners who live near the district. Mr. Vince Schafmeister, member of the Revitalization Board, reviewed the intent of the report. Mr. Ken Cutchens - let the property owners on 2nd Ave. come up with their own revitalization. Ms. Marty Stofik - stated this is just a bunch of seeds that will grow into a plan. Reported that the application for the Main Streets program is due January 18, selection will be made by the middle of February. Mr. Joseph Charles, 1248 N. E. 99th St., strongly opposed the plan, spending tax money, etc. Mrs. Jane Harrigan, 260 N. E. 99th St., stated the Village cannot maintain the present business district, the alleys, parking lots, etc. Mr. Henry Courtney, 452 Grand Concourse, wanted to see revitalization on 2nd Ave. but did not think there should be a paid administrator. Mrs. Ethel Landis - opposed to rezoning of her property. A recess was called for 5 minutes. 12/4/84 -3- When the meeting reconvened Mr. Spahn stated that since these people are against the resolution and because of the Main Streets grant, he would like to continue the board for 15 days to try and get this grant and to have the full Council make the decision. After further discussion Mr. Spahn amended his original motion by extending the life of the Board for 15 days from December 6, 1984. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cuson and then amended again so that the life of the Board would extend to January 16, 1985. The motion was passed unanimously as Mrs. Jensen conceded that this should have consideration by a full Council. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT WITH GOLF PRO. In a report to Council Mr. Forney proposed that Fred Vann, golf pro, be transferred to a completely contractual arrangement. The initial contract period will be for ten months with renewal to coincide with our fiscal year. The compensation to Vann, Inc. was agreed at $65,000.00 for golf professional services and staff for the remainder of the fiscal year, as indicated in the Memorandum of Agreement. Mr. Cuson moved to accept the Village Manager's recommenda- tion to enter into a contract for golf professional services. In order to get a second to the motion Mrs. Jensen passed the gavel to Mr. Spahn and seconded the motion. Mr. Spahn proposed a change to paragraph 2. (g) to indicate that the rules and regulations will be promulgated by the Club Manager. A roll call vote was taken which indicated that a unanimous vote was cast to approve the contract agreement for professional services with Vann, Inc. APPROVAL OF BID ON LINEN PURCHASE FOR COUNTRY CLUB. In a report to Council Mr. Forney recommended acceptance of a bid from Frank M. Seiden in the amount of $7726.90 for the purchase of all towels, table cloths, napkins and kitchen uniforms required in the operation of the Club. Mr. Spahn moved approval of the bid of $7726.90 for the linens. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cuson and passed unanimously. SET DATES FOR COUNCIL MEETINGS IN JANUARY 1985. It was accepted that because the first Council tneeting)in January falls on News Years Day there would be no meeting. A make-up meeting was not considered. The future of the Revitalization Board will be taken up at the January 15, 1985 meeting. VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT. Mr. Forney reported bids on anew roof at the Community 12/4/84 -4- Center will be on the next agenda. COUNCIL COMMENTS. Mrs. Jensen reported that the people living on 111th Street were complaining about disturbances at Barry University, with no help from our Police Dept., that the people cannot sleep, there is broken glass on their driveways and something needs to be done about it. ANNOUNCEMENTS. (a) Magic Show 12/7 at the Community Center, 10:30 a.m. (b) Open House at the Library 12/21, 10-5. (c) Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony, 12/17 at the Field House, 7 p.m. PUBLIC COMMENT. Mr. Ken Cutchens criticized Barry University for offering meals to senior citizens at a set price which in effect is running a public restaurant. This was referred to Mr. Forney. ADJOURNMENT. 10:00 p.m. Vi lage Clerk Kevin O'Connor Mayor