05-17-2011 Regular Meeting•
Barbara Estep, MMC
VILLAGE CLERK
MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE
Office of the Village Clerk
10050 N.E.2nd Avenue
Miami Shores, Florida 33138
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MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
The Miami Shores Village Council held their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, May 17, 2011 in the
Council Chambers of Village Hall. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM with the following
individuals present:
PRESENT:
Jim McCoy
Hunt Davis
Al Davis
Steve Loffredo
Jesse Walters
ALSO PRESENT: Tom Benton, Village Manager
Barbara Estep, Village Clerk
Richard Sarafan, Village Attorney
PRESENTATIONS
Mr. Robert Levy provided the Council with a review of the 2011 Legislative Session.
CONSIDERATIONS
1) VILLAGE CLERK Barbara A. Estep
A) AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE CODE OF
ORDINANCES, ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 270, SECTION 301, "ZONING MAP OF
MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE" BY CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 160 N.E. 99TH STREET, MIAMI SHORES, FROM
RESIDENTIAL (R-18.5) TO PARKING (XX), REPEALINGANY AND ALL CONFLICTING
ORDINANCES, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
• Ms. Estep read the caption of the ordinance into the record. Mayor McCoy opened the Public Hearing.
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Joanne Hatton Dr. Hatton spoke against the proposed rezoning, citing the problems with littering, loitering
and speeding along the roadway. She indicated that there is plenty of available parking in the area without
developing another parking lot.
Barbara McGregor Ms. McGregor also spoke against the rezoning application, concurring with the
comments made by Dr. Hatton.
Avi Kramer Mr. Kramer was present representing the property owner and spoke of the need
for dedicated parking for the theatre building. He indicated that the comments made by the residents
regarding speeding and trash were not relevant to the rezoning request.
George Fishman Mr. Fishman indicated that there appears to be enough vacant parking spaces in
the downtown area.
As there was no one else wishing to be heard, Mayor McCoy closed the Public Hearing and asked for input
from the Council. Individual Council Members voiced their opinions on the proposed rezoning, indicating
that some of the issues discussed by the residents would be alleviated by the additional parking lot, that
parking is needed to allow for the lease of currently empty storefronts, and the fact that the parcel is zoned
for parking in our comprehensive plan. Speaking against the proposed rezoning, Councilman Loffredo
indicated that he doesn't believe that there is a need for the parking lot and expanding the business district
into the residential area isn't necessary. Following the discussions, Councilman Davis moved to adopt the
ordinance on second reading. Councilman Walters seconded the motion and the vote was 4 to 1 in favor of
the motion. Councilman Loffredo voted against the motion.
B) APPROVAL OF THE MAY 3, 2011 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES.
Councilman Loffredo moved to approve the May 3, 2011 Council Meeting Minutes as presented.
Councilman Davis seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous in favor of the motion.
C) AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE COUNCIL, AMENDING SECTION
21-32 OF THE MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE CODE, ELIMINATING LANGUAGE
ADDRESSING CERTAIN TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR UTILITY PURCHASES MADE BY
ANY RELIGIOUS INSTITUTION THAT POSSESSES A CONSUMER CERTIFICATE OF
EXEMPTION ISSUED UNDER FLORIDA STATUTE CHAPTER 212, PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS, PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Ms. Estep read the caption of the ordinance into the record. Mayor McCoy opened the floor for the Public
Hearing. No one present wished to speak on the proposed Code amendment and Mayor McCoy closed the
Public Hearing. Councilman Loffredo moved to adopt the ordinance on second reading. Councilman Davis
seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous in favor of the motion.
2) VILLAGE COUNCIL Al Davis
A) DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING COUNCIL MEETING START
TIMES.
Councilman Davis introduced the issue, indicating that over the years the start time for the Council
Meetings have changed and he believes that moving the meeting to 7:00 PM rather than the current 7:30 PM
would be beneficial. None of the Council Members felt that it would be a problem. At the conclusion of
the brief discussion, Councilman Davis moved to change the Council Meeting start time to 7:00 PM
effective with the next meeting. Councilman Walters seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous in
favor of the motion.
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3) ANNOUNCEMENTS
Ms. Estep read the announcements into the record.
4) PUBLIC COMMENTS
Herta Holly Mrs. Holly spoke of the Doctors Charter School receiving the Gold Seal of Excellence
Award from the State Consortium of Charter Schools.
Mayor McCoy asked that Zach McWilliams, a Troop 305 Boy Scout that was in the audience come forward
and speak. Zach indicated that he was present as part of his work on an Eagle Scout badge.
5) COUNCIL COMMENTS
Al Davis No Comment
Hunt Davis Vice Mayor Davis spoke of the upcoming Memorial Day Service.
Jesse Walters Councilman Walters echoed Mrs. Holly's comments regarding the Charter School, spoke
of the successful Thursday Night Jazz evening at the Country Club, and his pleasure at our civilized election
when compared to some of the neighboring community's elections.
Steve Loffredo Councilman Loffredo thanked the residents that attended the meeting and spoke of the
upcoming Property Owners Association Meeting scheduled for Monday, May 23rd at 7:00 PM at the
Community Center.
Jim McCoy Mayor McCoy recognized Marta Martinez from Commissioner Edmonson's office and
asked her to thank Commissioner Edmonson for her support of the community. Mayor McCoy also spoke
of the Memorial Day event.
Mr. Benton advised the Council that Commissioner Edmonson's office would once again be sponsoring the
Village's July 4th Fireworks, which garnered a round of applause.
6) ADJOURNMENT
The May 17, 2011 Council Meeting was adjourned at 8:50 PM.
Barbara A. Estep, MMC
Village Clerk
Jim McCoy, Mayor