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04-17-1990 Regular Meeting MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 17, 1990 The regular meeting of the Miami Shores Village Council was held on Tuesday, April 17, 1990 at Village Hall commencing at 7:31 p.m. with the following members present : Mayor Courtney Herb Spahn Spero Canton Stephen Loffredo Marty Stofik Also present : Gall Macdonald William F. Fann ITEM #1 MINUTES Ms. Stofik moved approval of the minutes from the Regular Council Meeting of 3/20/90. Mr . Spahn seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous in favor . Mayor Courtney acknowledged receipt of the minutes from the following meetings: Recreation Advisory Committee 3/12/90 Fine Arts Commission 4/2/90 Advisory Board on Handicapped Services 3/16/90 Planning and Zoning 2/8, 2/22 and 3/8/90 Planning and Zoning 3/22/90 ITEM *2 APPEAL OF PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD'S DECISION REGARDING ROOFING MATERIAL. Mr . LuBlen explained the background behind the request . Mr . Bruce Randall of Stanmar Company distributed an example of the roofing material In question and explained the appearance of the roof . Mr . LuBlen explained why the roof was not approved by the Planning and Zoning Board . Mr . Randall stated that the product in question would better meet the needs of his client . Mr . Fann advised the Council that there is no hardship in this case and the Council has no basis for relief . Mr . Canton suggested that the P&Z Board look at the material for their assessment . Ms. Stofik stated that the Village doesn 't have too many gymnasiums and this Is an unusual condition . She asked Mr . Fann if this gives the Council any flexibility. Mr . Fann replied no. Mr . Spahn moved dental of the petition . Mr . Loffredo seconded the motion . Mr . Fernandez stated that the P&Z Board would like to revamp the Code for new materials. He said the material In question is a superior product . Mr . Canton stated that the Council would welcome a proactive approach by Planning and Zoning . The vote was unanimous In favor . ITEM *3 PRESENTATION OF ANNUAL SALARY TO COUNCIL. Mr . Davis presented $1 .00 checks to the Mayor and Council . ITEM *4 PRESENTATION FROM THE FINE ARTS COMMITTEE REGARDING COMING EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES. Ms. Elaine Fischer , Chairperson of the committee updated the Council on the programs of the Fine Arts Committee. ITEM *5 DISCUSSION REGARDING DOWNTOWN BUSINESS CLOSURES. Mr . Canton spoke about business closures In the downtown Miami Shores area. Mr . Art Heffernan spoke about the closing of the 5 & 10 downtown, attracting pedestrians to the area, the appearance of the buildings with regards to one look for downtown and the traffic on 2nd Avenue. Ms. Barbara Witte spoke about the Downtown Revitalization Board's focus and what the board does. Mr . Spahn spoke about P&Z and their role in helping to Increase pedestrian traffic downtown and the sewer project . He said he was looking for a report from P&Z on how much they are willing to change the code to make the sewer project more desirable to the property owners downtown . Mayor Courtney suggested that Mr . Spahn give his recommendations In writing to P&Z and the Council . Mr . Loffredo stated that he was In opposition to Mr . Spahn's and Mr . Frix's plans for downtown. He spoke about the overbuilding of office buildings in South Florida. Ms. Stoflk stated that downtown has complex problems and requires complex solutions. Mr . Fernandez spoke about time frames for the sewer project . Mayor Courtney called for a recess at 8:48 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 8:58 p.m. ITEM *6 DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING UPDATE ON BARRICADE BID. Ms. Macdonald explained why the Village did not receive more bids. She recommended that the project be bided in two parts: landscaping and paving . Mr . Canton moved approval and Mr . Spahn seconded the motion . The vote was unanimous In favor . ITEM *7 DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING BARRICADE RELATED TRAFFIC. Ms. Macdonald explained the background. Mr . Tom Wyman spoke about traffic on 95th Street and presented a petition to the Council from residents in the affected area. Mr . Hutch Gurvitz spoke about the traffic volume on 95th Street . Ms. Macdonald suggested adopting policy statements as outlined In her memo dated 4/12/90, "Barricade Related Traffic" . (see attached) Mr . Canton moved to have the Council adopt the Traffic Control Statements. Mr . Spahn seconded the motion and suggested quarterly reports to the Council . Ms. Macdonald replied that quarterly reports to Council would be agreeable with her although she said she would report more often if the need arises. Ms. Stoflk spoke about closure of the alleys and the use of other methods other than closures to restrict traffic. Ms. Macdonald spoke about staff 's authority to close alleys as needed . Ms. Stoflk stated that she was concerned with any closures without the public process. Mr . Loffredo stated that he was in favor of the staff working with Metro-Dade to develop a response to traffic problems. Mr . Spahn stated that It was in order for staff to close alleys if the need arises. Ms. Stoflk stated that the success of the program Is due to the trust that has developed with the public. Mayor Courtney suggested that if the staff deems it necessary to close an alley that they come before Council first . Ms. Macdonald stated that residents in the affected areas would get letters informing them of proposed closings. The vote was taken for the motion on the floor and was unanimous in favor . Mr . Loffredo moved that in the future no prior street or alley closings be Implemented without notice to the residents and a chance to be heard at the Council meeting . Ms. Stofik seconded the motion . Mr . Loffredo stated that his motion referred to permanent barricades. The vote was unanimous in favor . Mr . Mike Weston spoke about the traffic on 96th street . Mr . Canton spoke about the intersection of 96th and 4th. Mr . Spahn suggested if it is needed a crossing guard be put in now rather than after school Is over . Mr . Loffredo suggested getting a count of how many school children cross at 96th and 4th . Chief Zoovas spoke about dealing with the County and the lack of response from Metro-Dade. Mr . Spahn stated that a child count could be made In one day to see if a crossing guard is necessary. Ms. Stofik stated that the Council will be setting a precedent for locations away from schools if a crossing guard is placed at 96th and 4th . Mr . Canton suggested that the staff report at the next Council meeting whether a crossing guard is necessary. Ms. Emmy Pedinelli spoke about crime control and traffic control with regards to barricades. She also spoke about evaluation of the barricade program. Ms. Castitle Bryant spoke about barricades on 4th Avenue. Mr . Loffredo spoke about a letter from the Mayor of EI Portal regarding his desire to have the Council reverse their decision on 4 barricades. He suggested that The Mayor of EI Portal be Invited to the next meeting to express his views. Mr . Canton suggested a temporary barricade for 30 days in order to evaluate the situation . Mr . Spahn stated that the Council 's responsibility is to the residents of Miami Shores. He said EI Portal should deal with their own traffic problems. Ms. Macdonald stated that the public should be notified before any closure on 4th is done. She said the residents of the affected area will receive a letter advising them of the closure and given an opportunity to speak out . Ms. Maria Bryant spoke about a crossing guard on 96th Street and controlling Increased traffic on that street . Ms. Candy Larson spoke about 96th street being a thoroughfare and alleys only being closed at one end . Mr . Canton suggested erecting "No Thru Trucks° signs. ITEM *8 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO ENGAGE CODY AND ASSOC. FOR PREPARATION OF PAY PLAN AND CLASSIFICATION STUDY. Ms. Macdonald reviewed the request . Mr . Canton moved approval . Ms. Stofik seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous in favor . ITEM #9 DISCUSSION REGARDING RESULTS OF SCHOOL BOARD MEETING. Mr . Loffredo spoke about the results of the School Board meeting In April and how it effects Miami Shores residents. ITEM *10 ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Courtney read the announcements. ITEM *11 COUNCIL COMMENTS Ms. Stofik spoke about the Heritage Homes tour on May 5th at 4-7 p.m. Mr . Canton spoke about registration at Miami Shores Elementary. Chief Zoovas Issued warrants for the arrest of Council members for the American Cancer Society's Jail and Bail program. ITEM *12 PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr . Ed Harrigan spoke about sewers. Mr . Condit spoke about barricades. Mr . Art Heffernan spoke about sewers and reconstruction of 2nd Avenue after installation . Mr . Steve Johnson spoke about downtown problems and how complex the problems are. ITEM *13 ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 10:40 p.m. ery Courtn Mayo Attest : Gail Macdonald Village Clerk By: Scott W. Davis Deputy Village Clerk