06-16-1996 Regular MeetingMIAMI SHORES VILLAGE
COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 16, 1996
The regularly scheduled Village Council Meeting was held on Tuesday, June 16, 1996, at the
Village Hall, commencing at 7:35 P.M. with the following members present:
PRESENT:
Mayor Imburgia
Cesar Sastre
Michael Boyle
William Heffernan
Mary Ross Agosta
ALSO PRESENT: Michael R. Couzzo, Jr.
Barbara Fugaz7i
Mark Ulmer
PRESENTATIONS:
Mayor Imburgia presented a Proclamation in honor of Code Enforcement Officer's Appreciation
Week.
Mr. James Stuart, outgoing Chairman of the Library Board of Trustees, gave the 48 Annual
Brockway Memorial Library report.
CONSIDERATIONS:
ITEM #1 CONSENT AGENDA
A. MINUTES
Mr. Boyle moved approval of the Consent Agenda. Mr. Sastre seconded the motion and the vote
was unanimous in favor.
ITEM #2 VILLAGE MANAGER Michael R. Couzzo, Jr.
A. REQUEST APPROVAL TO WAIVE BID PROCEDURE AND AWARD
CONTRACT TO OBENOUR ROOFING IN THE AMOUNT OF $34,736, PLUS
THE COST OF ROTTED WOOD REPLACEMENT, FOR RE -ROOFING THE
BROCKWAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY.
Mr. Couzzo explained the item, indicating that replacement of the Library roof had originally
been slated to be completed in Fiscal Year 1997. Due to the deteriorating condition of the roof,
the onset of the rainy season, and a surplus of funds which can be utilized to undertake the
project immediately, Mr. Couzzo stated that he would recommend that the Council waive the bid
procedure and award Obenour Roofing with the contract to re -roof the Brockway Memorial
Library. Mayor Imburgia confirmed that Obenour Roofing had been awarded the bid for the C.
Lawton McCall Community Center. Mrs. Ross Agosta asked for clarification regarding waiving
the bid procedure. Specifically, she wondered why the Council packet included three quotations
from various roofers. Mr. Couzzo stated that according to purchasing guidelines, a contract of
this dollar amount would require sealed bids to be solicited. The various bids were submitted as
comparisons only. Mr. Sastre asked if the funds would be coming from the Library budget. Mr.
Benton stated that the funds were not being allocated from the Library budget. Mr. Sastre asked
how long the roof replacement would take. Mr. Benton estimated approximately three weeks
from start to finish. Mr. Boyle stated that Ms. Esper, the Library Director, had spoken to him
regarding the extremely poor condition of the roof and the number of leaks present. Mrs. Ross
Agosta emphasized the importance of protecting the Village's assets. Mr. Boyle moved approval
of the request. Mrs. Ross Agosta seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous in favor.
B. REQUEST APPROVAL OF FINANCING PACKAGE TO PURCHASE NEW
POLICE VEHICLES AND PREVIOUSLY APPROVED PURCHASE OF
CHIPPER TRUCK.
Mr. Couzzo explained the item, stating that the purchase of the police vehicles was scheduled for
next Fiscal Year. He further stated that if the Village purchases the vehicles this year, a savings
of 5% will be realized due to the price increase for new models. General discussion regarding
the financing rates, the benefits of financing versus paying cash, term of the loan, the rotation of
police vehicles throughout the Village and whether the package was to purchase or lease the
vehicles ensued. Mr. Couzzo stated that the proposal was to purchase the vehicles, not lease
them. Additionally, he stated that the pay -back period would be two years. Chief Zoovas
indicated that normally, the Police Department rotates the vehicles out of the Department at
between 80,000 and 90,000 miles. The vehicles then are refurbished for a different Village
department, i.e. Code Enforcement, Building & Zoning. Mr. Heffernan moved approval of the
financing package to purchase police vehicles and the previously approved chipper truck
pursuant to the memos submitted by Michael R. Couzzo, Jr., Tom Benton, and Patricia Varney.
Mr. Boyle seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous in favor.
ITEM #3 ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Clerk read the announcements.
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ITEM #4 PUBLIC COMMENT
Michael Maguire Mr. Maguire spoke about the police vehicle financing and the Pension
Plan.
Leon Newman Mr. Newman commended the Council on their restraint in dealing with
Mr. Maguire, and asked about insurance coverage for mobile patrol
volunteers driving the Village owned vehicle.
Mr. Couzzo stated that he would investigate the insurance issue and advise
Mr. Newman.
George Maneses Mr. Maneses spoke about the swale/driveway maintenance portion of the
Code of Ordinances.
Larry Schatzman Attorney Schatzman introduced himself and stated he is running for circuit
Court Judge for Dade County.
ITEM #5 COUNCIL COMMENTS
Mary Ross Agosta Mrs. Ross Agosta stated that she would like the Manager to see about
setting up another Planning Workshop for the Council and asked about the
upcoming meeting on Charter Schools. She reminded people about the
upcoming elections and congratulated the staff on the June 15, First
Annual Block Party.
Cesar Sastre Mr. Sastre thanked members of the community for their concern regarding
his wife's pregnancy.
William Heffernan Mr. Heffernan apologized for his reaction to Mr. Maguire's comments.
Additionally, he congratulated the Manager and Mayor for their successful
efforts in obtaining funds from the State, and congratulated Tom Benton
for obtaining funds from DOT for beautification at 103rd St. and I-95.
Michael Boyle Mr. Boyle stated that he shares the frustrations regarding Mr. Maguire and
that the actions of a few exceptions should not outweigh the contributions
of volunteers who serve their community.
Mayor Imburgia Mayor Imburgia spoke about Mr. Maguire's accusations.
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ITEM #6 ADJOURNMENT
The June 16, 1996 Council Meeting was adjourned at 8:30 P.M.
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Barbara A. Fugazzi, Vi11 ge C1eer
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Louis S. Imburgia, Jr., Mayo