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07-07-1994 Budget Workshop MeetingMiami Shores Village Budget Workshop Meeting July 7, 1994 The Budget Workshop of the Miami Shores Village Council was held on July 7, 1994 at the Community Center commencing at 7:12 p.m. with the following members present: Present: Also Present: Absent: RECREATION: Mayor Heffernan Robert Cook Richard Fernandez Steven Johnson Michael R. Couzzo, Jr. Scott W. Davis Patricia Varney Michael Boyle Mayor Heffernan convened the meeting and explained how the budget process works. Mr. J.D. Varney spoke about the proposed Recreation Budget and reviewed the new programs that will be offered next year. Mr. Johnson spoke about the Fine Arts budget request. He suggested taking funds from the Marketing Budget for Fine Arts. Mr. Fernandez stated that he was not In favor of budgeting for Fine Arts to get a performer for the Taste of the Shores. Mr. Couzzo suggested setting up a fund for Committees and Boards to draw from with approval from the Council. The consensus of Council was to set up a line item In the Marketing Budget called promotional grants. Mr. Fernandez spoke about Capital outlay and had Mr. Varney explain his capitol requests. Mr. Cook asked about an increase In funding for the swimming pool. He spoke about the 10 year plan to set aside funds for a new pool. He suggested raising the set aside for the swimming pool fund. Mr. Fernandez stated that he was not In favor of Increasing the .2 mil set aside. Mr. Johnson stated that he was In favor of Increasing the fund. He sald that the more the Council can put aside the better. Mr. Cook explained the history of the pool and reviewed the life span of the pool. He suggested increasing the fund set aside to .3 mil Mr. Gary Pappas: Mr. Brian Gart: Mayor Heffernan stated In favor of Increasing funding for the pool set aside. Suggested a bond issue for the pool In 7 years. that the Council should Increase funding if it will not increase the millage rate. Ms. Robin Gart: More money In the fund will allow more choices at a later time. Mr. Mike Maguire: Spoke about the Marketing Budget and suggested uses for the budget. Mr. Cook stated that the pool Is the most widely used recreation facility in the community. Mr. Fernandez spoke about a shared use agreement for the pool. Mr. Varney stated that It Is a possibility. Mr. Fernandez asked why Kids on the Move Is not doing the Middle School Program. Mr. Varney replied that they had declined. Mr. Couzzo stated that the program is proposed on an experimental basis. Mayor Heffernan stated that It Is an Inexpensive way to find out If the need exists. POLICE: Chief Zoovas reviewed current programs at the Police Department. He stated that there are: 49 people In the Department 4 reserve officers at this time 5 Sergeant positions with 2 vacancies In response to a request from Mr. Fernandez the Chief described the difference between the position of Captain and Assistant Chief of Police. Mr. Couzzo stated that the pay structure of a Captain Is lower than for an Assistant Chief of Police. Chief Zoovas spoke about Crime Watch, Mobile Patrol and the hiring of a paid coordinator. Mayor Heffernan stated that the Village is proud of the Police Department. Mayor Heffernan called for a recess at 8:47 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 8:58 p.m. REVENUE: Mayor Heffernan asked about cable franchise and Mr. Couzzo described the franchise renewal process. Council discussion ensued regarding School Crossing Guards. Mr. Couzzo spoke about the revenue associated with off duty work of the police officers: Ms. Varney explained the fee structure in the Recreation Department. She explained the Increase In the Ilen search fees. Mr. Johnson spoke about the Village's Investment policy and stated that the funds are placed In the State Fund. Ms. Varney reviewed the Country Club revenues. Mr. Couzzo spoke about Investigating potential revenue sources. He spoke about Barry University and El Portal contracting for Police services and the erection of a Bell South Mobility tower In the Shores. Ms. Dotti Yates asked about recycling revenue vs cost of recycling. Mr. Couzzo responded and described the lack of revenue generated by recycling. The consensus of Council was to budget: Carpet for the Library $13,769 Annexation Study Mayor and Council travel expense Additional pool set aside 5,000 6,582 10,000 The consensus of Council was to certify the mlllage rate at 8.66 mills. Ms. Varney reviewed the budget schedule and stated that the certified millage rate must be sent to the County by August 4th. She stated that the Public Hearings on the Budget will be the 1st week In September and the final Budget Hearing will be 14 days later. The consensus of Councll was to have the budget hearings at Village Hall. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 9:48 p.m. William . f ernan Mayor By: Scott W. Davis Village Clerk