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02-06-1990 Regular Meeting MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 1990 The regular meeting of the Miami Shores Village Council was held on Tuesday, February 6, 1990, at Village Hall commencing at 7:31 with the following members present : Mayor Courtney Herb Spahn Spero Canton Stephen Loffredo Marty Stofik Also present : Gall Macdonald William F. Fann The Invocation was delivered by Father John McLaughlin from Saint Marthas Catholic Church followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Courtney presented Mr . Kelly with a proclamation for "Miami Shores Kiwanis Day" . Mayor Courtney recognized the accomplishment of Mr . Frank LuBien for being named Building Official of the Year for the State of Florida. ITEM *1 MINUTES Ms. Stofik moved approval of the minutes from the regular Council Meeting of 1 /16/90. Mr . Canton seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous in favor . Mayor Courtney acknowledged the minutes from the following meetings: Advisory Board of Handicapped Services 1 /16/90 Business Development Committee 1 /30/90 Planning and Zoning Board 12/14/90 & 1 /11 /90 ITEM #2 APPOINTMENT TO THE FINE ARTS COMMISSION Ms. Laura Averitte spoke about why she would like to be appointed to the commission. The vote was unanimous In favor of Ms. Averitte's appointment . Mayor Courtney announced that the Dade County Commission approved the grant for the Miami Shores Performing Arts Theater . ITEM *3 REPORT FROM PLANNING AND ZONING REGARDING STATUS OF SEWER CONSTRUCTION. Mr . Richard Fernandez reviewed Planning and Zoning Boards discussions of sewers at their meetings. Mr . Canton asked for a time table from P&Z for their report . Mr . Fernandez stated that status reports would be on a monthly basis although he stated he doesn't know how long It takes to amend the Village Comprehensive Plan and he couldn't give an exact time table. Mr . Spahn suggested that P&Z should have their recommendations In 8-10 weeks when the results of DERM's study will be completed . Mr . Fernandez spoke about the relocation of alleys. He also stated that P&Z needs funds to complete the study. Mayor Courtney suggested contacting the Village Manager . ITEM *4 REPORT FROM THE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. Mr . Steve Johnson reviewed the report from the committee. He stated there are 3 areas of concern: Upgrade of buildings Changes in administration approach Changes in Infrastructure Mayor Courtney asked that the committee reconvene to prioritize the recommendations In the report . Mr . Canton suggested a matrix to highlight the board or group that would be responsible for each task . Ms. Stoflk reviewed the recommendations of the committee. She spoke about a buildable footprint which would determine what the allowable density of the buildings Is under the Village's current zoning. She stated that the committee would go back and create a flow chart and prioritize the recommendations. Ms. Stoflk also spoke about areas that would be good candidates for redevelopment . She said that the Biscayne Boulevard area is a prime example. Mr . Loffredo stated that if the Council does not know where they are going with regard to redevelopment then possibly no action should be taken on the sewer Issue until they know what the land use will be. Ms. Stofik stated that sewers are necessary for many of the suggestions that the committee made. She also said larger buildings are necessary to pay for many of the changes. Mr . Canton spoke about Downtown Revitalization 's survey of the residents of Miami Shores. ITEM *5 RESOLUTION REQUESTING DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, TO ESTABLISH SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT INCLUDING PROPERTY WITHIN THE MUNICIPAL BOUNDARIES OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF SANITARY SEWER LINES. Mayor Courtney read the caption of the resolution. Ms. Macdonald reviewed the reason for the resolution. She stated It was due to a request from the Dade County Manager 's office, that the resolution Is non-binding and that she recommends adoption of the resolution . Mr . Canton asked Mr . Cliff Walters, Assistant County Manager , how much would the cost vary considering the different installations spoken about at the meeting . Mr . Walters responded that the price could vary drastically. He said one alternative could be to go up 2nd Avenue and that there Is confusion as to the support of the project . Mr . Walters stated the connection to the buildings is in the alleys. He said that the Council can give support to the project through the resolution but they could also take the support away If they don' t like what DERM presents by rescinding the resolution . Ms. Stoflk asked If there would be a problem If the project was delayed until P&Z and other committees can review the recommendations. Mr . Canton suggested that the County comes back with with 2 cost estimates: 1 . Using present configuration and density with sewers in the alleys 2 . Moving sewers out to a further line near the area where the homes begin with larger capacity. Mayor Courtney commended Ms. Barbara Witte on her report regarding sewers. He suggested going ahead with the resolution and requested 3 alternatives for sewer locations: 1 . Down 2nd Avenue 2. Down existing alleys 3 . Down exterior of the parking lots Mr . Fann asked Mr . Walters if the resolution is reversible. Mr . Walters responded that the resolution is to allow the County to proceed to develop preliminary design and engineering estimates and to come back to the Council with a public workshop to present what they have. Mr . Canton moved that the resolution be passed and also that the County come back to give three estimates on the three configurations: 1 . Middle of second Avenue 2 . Existing alleyways 3 . Peremiter area Mr . Loffredo seconded the motion and stated that he wanted the figures as realistic as possible and not arbitrarily misleading or low figures. Mr . John Burgacker spoke about going to the Miami Dade Water authority to get information about sewers. Mr . Walters stated that you can ' t go to WASA to get a sewer design . Mr . Canton asked if it was necessary to have reference In the resolution to a special taxing district . Mr . Walters stated that he was not an attorney. Mr . Fann stated that the resolution is In the form requested by the County. Mr . Walters stated that the Council can try It with-out referring to special taxing district and that It sounds good to him. He said that he Is looking for instructions to give staff . Mr . Canton amended his motion so the caption of the resolution reads: RESOLUTION REQUESTING DADE COUNTY FLORIDA, TO DEVELOP ESTIMATES FOR CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF A SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM WITHIN THE MUNICIPAL BOUNDARY OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE FOR THE PURPOSE OF ESTABLISHING A SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT. Mr . Loffredo accepted the amendment to the motion. Mr . Loffredo suggested that if the costs are too excessive that the Council will use their every effort to end the matter . He suggested that section three be changed to read: With contributions from Miami Shores Village Including as In their capacity. . . Mr . Spahn objected to the changes suggested by Mr . Loffredo. He said it should be on the basis of front footage. Mayor Courtney spoke about suggested changes to SECTION 1 : DADE COUNTY COMMISSION BE REQUESTED TO GIVE AN ESTIMATE TO MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE FOR THE COST OF CONSTRUCTION OF SANITARY SEWER LINES SERVICING PROPERTY WITHIN THE MUNICIPAL BOUNDARIES OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE AND, SECTION 5: THE MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE COUNCIL FURTHER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO TERMINATE ANY ACTION TAKEN PURSUANT TO THIS RESOLUTION IF IT IS DETERMINED BY THE COUNCIL THAT THE COST ESTIMATES PROJECTED ARE FOUND TO BE UNACCEPTABLE . Mr . Canton amended his motion to Include the amendment to Section 1 and the establishment of Section 5 with the stated verbiage. Mr . Loffredo accepted the amendment . Mr . Loffredo spoke about a tax subsidy for the downtown area. Mr . George Frix stated property owners are against the resolution as amended. He asked that the Item be tabled because the business owners were not notified about the meeting. Mr . Arthur Leeds spoke about the Village's portion of the sewer cost . He said he would not like to pay taxes that go towards sewers. Mr . Loffredo stated that if Mr . Frix wishes to take legal action he would like to have the numbers from Dade County before any action is taken . Mr . Spahn moved to table the Item for 2 weeks. There was no second forthcoming. Mr . Condit spoke about a public hearing and that the project would be sent to P&Z. Mr . Arthur Taylor stated that he represents the Village Lodge and spoke about property owners who are not in favor of sewers. Mr . Henry Everett spoke about sewers being a long term project . He suggested putting sewers on Biscayne Boulevard Instead of 2nd Avenue. Mr . Wes Carter asked who is paying for the estimate. Mayor Courtney responded that the County is paying. Ms. Barbara Witte spoke about DRB and the work they do. She also spoke about Improvement in property values due to sewers. Mr . John King stated that It will benefit the entire Village so why are only the property owners paying for the project . Mr . Canton replied that the property values would go up and that the business owners would benefit the most . Mr . Loffredo stated that the Council is only continuing what they started a month ago. Even with opposition he still wants to see what the costs would be. Ms. Stoflk spoke about working with the property owners to move downtown forward. She said she would like to wait until P&Z reports then go to the County together with the property owners. The vote for the motion is as follows: Spahn, Stofik - No, Loffredo, Canton, Courtney - Yes. The motion passed . Mayor Courtney called for a recess at 10:02 pm. The meeting was reconvened at 10: 13 pm. ITEM *6 DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING FORMING A PUBLIC RELATIONS AD-HOC COMMITTEE. Mayor Courtney deferred this Item until a later date. ITEM *7 RESULTS OF JANUARY BUDGET EXECUTION REVIEW. Ms. Macdonald requested $6000 to be transfered from the Finance Department line Item, executive salary to Village Manager 's office to cover expenses for the line Items, other contractual services, postage and equipment . She spoke about notifying residents about special meetings. Mr . Spahn so moved. Mr . Canton seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous In favor . Ms. Stofik was absent for the vote. ITEM *8 ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Courtney read the announcements ITEM *9 COUNCIL COMMENTS Ms. Stofik spoke about recycling and the great response of the residents. Mr . Canton spoke about the death of Bill Carr , Mr . LUBlen `s award and the need for a turn signal at Biscayne Boulevard and 96th Street . Mr . Spahn spoke about recycling and asked for a quarterly report on Income and expenses. Mr . Loffredo spoke about recycling and the death of Bill Carr . ITEM *10 PUBLIC COMMENTS Ms. Castle Bryant spoke about barricades on NE 4th Avenue. Mr . Loffredo responded that the barricade on 4th Avenue was not erected because residents from EL Portal requested that It not be. Ms. Stofik spoke about stop signs on 4th Avenue. Mr . Canton suggested a deadline to evaluate the Impact of 4 way stop signs along 4th Avenue to see if there is any change. ITEM *11 ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 10:41 pm. r enry ourtney May Attest : Gail Macdonald Village Clerk By: Scott W. Davis Deputy Village Clerk