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1950-04-04 MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL MTGa fJ7 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE 0 CITY OOUNCIL OF ,SOUTH MIAMI -HELD- TUESDAY EVENING, APRIL .4, A.D. 1950 AT THE COM- MUNITY BUILDING AT 8tOO P.M. The meeting was called to 'order by Vice - Chairman Prebish who reported receipt of K a telegram from President: Van Dusan advising him that he was out of town on official business and therefor not able to attend. Councilmen Andrews, Gresham, Carballo, Preble, Corley end Prebish and Attorney Ruff responded to roll call and Mayor Acker joined the meeting during the reading of the minutes of the regular meeting of March 21st: Councilman Carballo called for a correction on Page 9, being the omission of a statement made by Chief McKinney, to -wits "Mr. Carballo better keep his nose out of the Police Department and.stiok to the Fire Department" and that that was the reason he (Councilman Carballo) asked him to be removed. Councilman Andrews stated that his origi #al motion regarding the retiring of Mr. Canington -was based on the main factor of the age of Mr. W. 0. Canington C (`73 years). ~' The minutes were approved as corrected. Minutes of the special meeting of March 31sts were approved as ;read. PETITIONS AND OOIWNICATIONS= 1. A letter from the Fuchs Baking Company regarding a traffic problem on North Red Court and a request for a 15 MPH speed, limit and 's. "SLOW" sign at each and 4 of block. Following discussion, Vice - President Prebish appointed a committee consisting of Councilman Gresham and himself, as Police Chairman* Mayor Acker stated if the condition is found to be such as to warrant action to correct it quickly, would such committee have that authority? Vice- President Prebiah stated if there is no objeotion from the Council the Committee will act to correct, and Councilman Andrews added that it be subject to the affirmation of the Council. 2. 'AL letter from the Charter Board, with recommendations res the Code and Ordinance 446 After reading it in full, dice- President Probish advised considering this at s special meeting in the very near future• Councilman Carballo stated it was brought up once before and suggested that they contact the Dade County Research Foundst ion, that it is a problem that has to be «a solved but it does not have to be solved now. It will require several months be- fare the Charter Amondments become effective. It was also suggested by the Charter Y. Board that the Council contact different clubs in the town and discuss the matter. It meens very important steps re= the Police Department, City Hall functioning, etc., and needd serious consideration, which will take more then one special meeting, therefore thinks the matter should be considered properly because it - affects tk* entire population at the City of South Miami for a number of years, a Page ­2 Attorney Ruff stated he originally recommended a committee of 7 or 8 or possibly 12 from various organizations in the City business men, former members of the Council -, etc. be appointed for the purpose of this codification and then submit a draft to Mr. Willmott of the Dade County Research Foundation. He suggested a committee be created to start working on this otherwise they will not be ready by the time the amendments are voted on.' Councilmen Carballo stated the Dade County Research Foundation will give all p.! assistance d` will give any assesof heneeded noeded.es of charge. They have. the facilities an Councilman Preble, seconded by Councilman Carballo, moved that Mayor Acker appoint a committee of 12 citizens of South Miami to study the recommendation of the Charter � Board relative to codification of ordinances of the City. Following further discussion, motion carried. '3. A letter from Lucien C Proby, Jr, attorney for W. 0 Canington, asking tie Council to re -open the action taken at its last regular meeting concerning the retirement of'Mr. Canington as building!inspectore Mr. Proby was present to elaborate and presented a' written statement from Dr. Donald E, Fortner attesting to Mir. Canington's 'ability to return to his duties, said stated further: 1. That the retirement was based on his physical inability and his age as brought out by Councilman Andrews. 2e' That there is nothing in the Code or the Charter Res retirement and he considers the action taken two weeks ago ultra virios and without effect. 3e That retirement should provide for payment,, that only one month's pay was provided for. He is therefore asking re- consideration; of the motion of March "21st. Councilman Gresham, seconded by Councilman Preble,,moved that the case be re- opened for discussion and vote taken on it. Councilmen Andrews stated the motion is out of order, that a motion for re- consideration of a vote must come from a member of the winning vote, per Robert' Rules of Order. Vice- President Probish read the paragraph in question from Robert's Rules of Order, and ruled the motion out of order. Councilmen Andrews, seconded by Councilman Corloy, moved that the Council re- affirm the action taken on March '21st. res W. 0., Canington Councilman Corley stated he heard 2 or 3 weeks or a;month ago that Mr. Canington r, waa going to retire before this came up Attorney Ruff 'thinks what is beinr, done by the Council is improper and would not stand up in Court. Following discussion, motion carried by poll, an foli.owas Corley yes Pro ble no Carballo yen, dons not beliodo Canington +s health such that he oan return to work at the present tine. Gresham no Andrews yes prebish yea. Page - -3 4. A letter from Julian L. Carball0 asking the Council to provide him with funds to properly defend legal proceedings against him, resulting from his activities - as,Councilman. Councilman Carthelo stated as a Councimaahescame here and took an oath that he States, State of Florida and City of South Miami. Several months ago a group of representatives from the Chamber of Commerce came to the Council in regard to licenses not being collected. He called attention to the Council that is a matter for the police. p Several weeks after that additional complaints. Again he said it is a matter of police. Time and again they received complaints of violations, etc. and nothing was done.; Thereupon;he took it upon himself to show, that the laws are not bein q r' ed o t. ,n�don that: her laNi, q ' . � 3i - � some evidence on this table and the policJWrann, against ;him, Zn ano` er and then a third, and is maliciously persecuting him. He (the 'police chief) appeared at the trail with a special prosecuting attorney, therefore depriving him and the Council of the privilege of carrying out the laws. Therefore he has to defend ` himself and the City and therefore wants help. He has another communication he wants to read. Councilman Gresham stated unless 'the added communication has to do with this it is not in order. It was agreed to hold it over. Vice - President Prebish asked how much Councilman-,Carballo will need, and Councilman Carballo re lied h p e does not know but it will cost probably $500 $600, possibly more. Councilman Gresham seconded Councilman Preble moved by that Mr. Carbsllo's petition be denied. Councilman Preble asked If Councilman Carballo -was instructed to do this. or was he doing it as an individual? If so, are we going to appropriate` money to defend his breaking of a law without instructions? Mayor Acker would like to have the authority pointed out for the Council appropriat ing tax money for the defending of any prosecution* but Andrews stated it is not a matter of Councilman Carballo being on trial t the entire Council is on trial. A piece of evidence was put on that table' and was ,part of the business of this group, that it was picked up and used in Court. That evidence was before all this group and the use of that evidence involved all who were here at that time. Vios- President Prebish called attention to the fact that the City government is not a forum form of government, in connection with members of the audience trying to get into the discussion. Mayor Acker stated the evidence was not given as such evidence because the one who offered it refused to say from whom it was bought, when it was bought, etc. and he oan see no reason for the Council paying for something that was denied when it was asked for* e Councilman Corley said months ago Councilman Carballo stated he was going to ,pro r' -•- due• evidence of this kind*. Leo Glasel stated that citizens come before a legislative body not as a matter of courtesy but as a matter of right of franchise. He agrees with Councilman Andrews that each and everyone of them are on trial in this problem. He believes that ' Councilman Carballo should roceive assistance of the Council to clear himself. This is not of his own volition. x Page -.4 Councilman Preble stated the Mayor was instructed by the City Council end given authority to issue instructions on the matter of law enforcement. While appreciat- ing Councilman Carballo's position it still does not clarify the;,,situation nor grant any special privileges in the manner in which he acted as an individual or as a Councilman;. If it was the wishes of the Council to verify his statements, permission should have been ranted. On the g previous occasion they hired competent help to gather evidence and evidence was forthcoming. Councilman Carballo stated this Council never hired 'Finch to go end gather the evidence. He challenges that statement* Councilman Andrews pointed out that Councilman Carballo acted of his own volition ,p and thinks it commendable that he has gone to the trouble of proving his contentions. The ¢� evidence was picked up from here, it was put there as a matter of Council and Chief of Police picked it up and used it as evidence against him. The evidence used was absolutely in violation. Mayor Acker stated the fact that some dead bolita tickets laid on the table was no evidence. The evidence was asked for but was not forthcoming as he has pointed' out before. He talked about evidence dug up later, the evidence that Councilman Carballo is asking for money to defend himself against. Councilman Carbillo has the same recourse to the Courts as any other citizene C arballo talked about, Counciloccu occupational licenses that at people are not being brought in. k Forget about bolita. Talk- about general laws W. S. Boyden arose to say that as a tax payer he wants to voice objection to any money being paid for this and asked if the Chief of Police is under orders from the Council. The Councilman is asking for funds to defend himself, If the Chief Of Police is instructed to withdraw his charges then there be would no case to defend. He also brought up the matter of Vice-President Pr©biah' request for e committee to dig into the Police Department. Vice - President Probish stated that was a good suggestion. He stated he was dis- gusted with the nasty, ugly publicity this has given the City. He thinks the situation ,could have been handled more adroitly if the involved parties had used their sense in handling. He thinks Mr. Boyden's suggestion good and urges the Council to consider* e motion t Mro Carballo's petition be denied) failed on a 3 to 2 vote, 'on', ' a fol Corley no Preble yes Carballo not voting Gresham yes Andrews no Prebish no Councilman Andrews stated that he fools that the Chief of Police or whoever in the authority should be instructed to have this entire case of Councilman Carballo thrown out of Court and he 'should no longer be' persecuted., ey suggested totrequest uthe Courtto dismiss the case. out of would besting the Mayor up to Judge gg� Theed, but the Mayor could be requested to have the Chief withdraw his prosecution, f' but it would not mean that a private citizen could not go on with the cage. Chief MdCinnoy stated he would like to cl'ariPy the fact that Councilman Carballo is not being persecutede The tickets wore taken from the table not for the pur- pose of getting even with Mr. Carballo, but for the purpose of tracing tho origin ' and establishing the source of supply, that Mr. Carballo is not being prosecuted for taking evidence, that testimony was given that he has been doing that for 6 years. He has no thtention of droppinE; the case an Chief or as a private citizen. 0 = Page - -5 Councilman Carballo asked that now that they have heard from Chief McKinney they read the communication. Vioe- Prasident Prebish read the communication addressed to Chief McKinney, stating that it was adopted by the City Council on April 4, notifying 'him of his *` temporary suspension as of midni&ht, April 4 1950, based on 7 charges, and advising him to file answers thereto at a public meeting of the City Council to be held on April 18, 1950• k ;r, Following the reading of the communication, Councilman Carballo, 'seconded 'by Councilman Corley,,moved that the recommendation ,riven be adopted and the Chief of Police be suspended., F ' (1W Mayor Acker stated he would like to clarify that two weeks ago toniL4►t' the Council adopted Resolution #334 determining the policy on which the Police Department _. should act. Up to that time there had been no Council policy. On the strength of that resolution he had directed a letter the next day and instructed Chief McKinney to carry out the policy of the Council. That is the reason for the activities of the Police Department within the last 10 days. If results have hurt someone to the extent that they want the policy of this Council, then repeal the policy established two weeks ago. Are they attempting to relieve the man of his job beoause he has carried out his instructions? Are they giving the man instructions one meeting and firing him the next meeting because he does? Councilman Andrews considers the statements of the Mayor but stated that the -° entire document contains charges of action that took place that nit and does not cover actions since that time. They are all based on motions here in the Council: Councilman Carballo reiterated what Councilman Andrews said, that he based the charges on remarks of Chief of Police made here, etc. Mayor Acker stated the man has a right to defend himself against bodily harm and extreme antagonism. Councilman Preble suggested that the charges as brought in the communication be brought up at_a meeting on April 18 subject to suspension if found guilty Mr. Boyden stated the motion is out of order. The Charter is to the effect that any Councilman who has any financial interests cannot participate. Attorney Ruff quoted Section 10 of the 'Code and Rule 8 of ;Section 25. Vice - President Prebish asked if the temporary suspension is with or without pay, and Councilman Carballo stated the pay continuos unless he is suspended. Chief McKinney asked that Section 7 of the Charter be rend. Audience participation was as,,followas Mrs. Mao Speotors Councilman Andrews and Carballo talk about bo ng persecuted. Mat have they been trying to do to Chief McKinney? Leo Glasels Believes the people of South Miami are entitled to know what is right and Yhot- is wrong. Bring the mat-bar before the Council on April 18, it is the 3aame as a grand jury proposition, there is prima facie evidence that something is wrong. Face —6 A. J. Rebozoc Chief McKinney is an employee and is told what to do. G. M. Boone: Has known Be. W. McKinney for quite some time'. Believes an injustioe is about to be done. Carl Gluck: The whole thing is getting a bad name for South Miami. Thera is a solution to straightening these things out. P. E. Jacobs: The night he brought the bolits, matter up the City Attomey road from the Charter. Chief McKinney and the Police ought to e3' get the ring .leaders -v��, of bolita, have the Police Department go up -the ladder and get the higher ups. IM Councilman Andrews stated the publicity is deplorable, the Council is also criticized, ' but they have reached the point where they must go on with it. Vice - President Prebish asked if the Council instructed Chief McKinney to drop the charges against Mr. Carballo, would he :do so? Chief McKinney stated if they force him to do so he would also have to drop the charges against the 2 others= that`the attorney he hired to defend him in the action on Friday (special meeting) went into Court as a friend. If they want him to drop the charges against Mr. Carballo then he has no alternative but would have to drop against the other two also. Mayor Acker, re: the suspension for two weeks, asked if that is not a penalty, and doesn't the Charter give that privilege to the MayorZ_` Attorney Ruff read Section 7. Councilman Carballo referred him to the 'last paragraph of the communioation, that they are doing exactly what the Charter says to do, giving the men 2 weeks to answer the charges. He gave him only 5 minutes in the last ease in Court. There was a re- reading of the communioation On 'a call for a vote, the motion was oarried by poll, as follows: Corley you Preble no Carballo yes Gresham no Andrews yes Prebish yes Mayor Acker asked whether this action Ln does not require a 5/7 vote, and Vioe- President 4u Attorney Attorney Ruff stated if this is a notice of a hearinc they are guided by Section 10 if acting now, by Section 7,. i� The Chair ruled the suspension temporary with pay, it will be decided on whether to become', permanent or that it be removed on April 18 19500 Five minute recess deolared at 10 :15 P.M., and 'business resumed at '10:30 P.M. no: the proseant oo of Councilman Carballo, Vigo- President `Prebish suggested that ,* the Counoil direct the City Attorney, who is charged with prosecution of all City oases, whether to prosecute or ool'prosso the case. Councilman Andrews definitely feels an attempt should be made by the Council to request dropping the charges against Councilman Carballo and would matte the motion, _. Councilman Andrews moved that the Council direct the City Attorney to nol prongs the case against Julian I,. Carballo, Motion failed for want of a seeonde Page --7 Attorney Ruff stated he did not prepare or file the case but would be happy to point out to the Court. He believes the information was brought by the Chief of Police and a private citizen, insofar as the Chief is concerned they could instruct but could not insofar as the private citizen is concerned. Iie questioned *, whether Judge Therd will accept. Mayor Acker asked the City Attorney to clarify Section 85 of the Charter. Is this body looking for a way to get arou#d the justice of the Court? What is the reason for not letting the case go thruZ Councilman Andrews moved that the City Attorney be instructed to quash by what- ever means he considers bast the case of the prosecution against Councilman . Carballo. Motion lost for want of a second. Colinoilman Proble, in connection with this eame matter, stated as the last motion died for want of a second, he makes the motion, which was seconded by Councilman Gresham, that Councilman Carballo' withdraw from the City Council until such time as his case is completed. There was discussion, in which Councilman Carballo stated the action was taken against him by a Councilman and asked that they come to a vote._ Motion failed on &,call for the polled, vote, as follows: Corley no Proble yes Carballo not voting Gresham yes Andrews no Prebish no UNFINISHED sBUSINESS 1. Ito a;sur7ey of R/VN of streets in colored section. Mayor Acker stated it was imperative something be done as soon as possible, that the Nater Company is waiting on the Council now to put water into FRANKLIN SUBD and can't do it until they know where the R/R lines are. He would like to hire an engineer for that particular job, W. C. Bliss or someone else. Vice- President Prebish asked whether it might entail bids. Mayor Acker stated that professional services are not on a bid basis. Following discussion, Councilman Andrews, secondod by Councilman Corley, moved that N. C. Bliss be instructed to make a complete R/ff survey in the colored section, Motion carried by poll, as followai Corley yes Proble you Carballo yea Gresham yes Andrews yes Prebish yea rs Attorney Kehoe will drag a stipulation Christenson suits Attorney Ruff' tat od that to withdraw the suit but has not yet done so in writing. He hopes to halo It done before the next Council meeting. Res Ordinance X205 and put in form to s hold that over until action had been taken ;He: Ordinance X204, it was agreed to Rosolutione I Councilman Carballo, seconded by Councilman Andrews, moved that Ordinance #2034 caption of which follows, be placed on third and final randing in its antirety Motion carried. Page --8 ORDINANCE NO. 203 AN ORDINANCE DECLARING THE INTENTION OF 17E CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI TO ANNEX W2 OF S. 3/4 OF E-2' OF SE4 OF SW4 LESS ROADIE, SECTION 24,, TOW SHIP 54-S, RANGE 40 -E, OF DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA. Having been read in its entirety, Councilman Carbalio, seconded by Councilman I.'<. Andrews, moved' that Ordinance f203 be adopted as rend. Motion carried. u Councilman Andrews, seconded by 'Councilman Carballo, moved that Ordinance n`205, caption of which follows,, be placed on third and final reading in its entirety. MIAF a Motion carried. ORDINANCE NO. 205 L =r ,::x AN ORDINANCE 121 THE NATURE OF AN ENABLING ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 4 OF ORDINANCE NO. 98 BY ADDING THERETO THE FOLLOWING: THAT CHANGES AND VARIATIONS OR DEVIATIONS FROM THE PROVISIONS AND NDITIONS OF THE ESTABLISHED USE DISTRICTS MAY BE &FECTED BY A RESOLUTIONi OF THE CITY OOUNCIL.' Having been read in its entirety, Councilman Gresham, seconded by Councilman Andrews, moved that 'Ordinance f205 be adopted as read. Motion carried. _ Although bids hsiA been requested by proper legal noticeli or 2 ton dump truck, none were reoeived. Councilman Gresham suggested dropping the matter for the time being, if he finds one, then they will advertise for bids;agailao Resolution No 335 was read, as follows] RESOLUTION NO. 335 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ITM CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI AUTHORIZING A CHANGE IN THE 'SQUARE FOOT REQUIREMENTS FOR 1- FAMILY RESIDENCES IN AVOCADO HOMES, PB 49, PAGE '86, AS IDLLOWS: LOTS 1 TO 13 INCL. 900 SQ. FT. MINIMUtd LOTS 14 TO 28 'INCL 800 SQ. FT. MINIMUM LOTS 29 TO 32 INCL. 700 SQ. FT. MINIMUM BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF SOUTH MIAMI, FZ,ORIDA, THAT: WHEREAS, an application for a change in -'the minimum 'square foot requirements for 1- family residences in AVOUDO HOMES, PD. 49 Page 86, a subdivision of the NQ of SE* of NWs of NE4 and WQ of 2iE4 of SW4 of NE4 of Section 25- 54 -40, has been filed by the T.R.D. Holding Company, and MERFFAS, the prosent zoning requirement of the captioned area is 1000,sq. ft. minimum and such zoning is higher than the property to the best and higher than ,F the County Zoning for the proportv to the East, and WHERW, a public hearing tins held by the Advisory Zoning and Planning Boards and there wore no objections to the appliontion and the A3visory Zoning and Planning Board has rocommended to this Council that such a chnngo be granted, Page --9 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of South Miami, by and through its City Council. and Mayor, do hereby adopt the recommendations of the Advisory Zoning and Planning Board of the City of South Miami* granting a change in the square foot requirements for 1- famil� residonoes in AVOCADO HOMES, PB 49 Page 86, subdivision of the 1� OF SE, of MV-a of NE-43 and l C2 of NE, of SVC' of Nil- of Section 25- 54-40, as follows :; Lots 1 to 13 incl. 900 sq. ft. minimum Lots 14 to 28 incl. 800 sq. ft. minimum Lots 29 to 32, -incl. 700 sq ft. minimum Councilman Andrews, seconded by 'Councilman Gresham, moved that:Resolution f-335 u be adopted as read. Motion carried. Reports of Standing Committees were as foll'rnvs: SANITATION: Chairman Corley stated that in the last 2 weeks of May, if possible, he would like'.to get the colored section cleaned up with the help of the Street: Department. Councilman Carballo said they were trying to clean up the fire: hazards but that they claim they need the wood for fire wood and what to do about that. Vioe- President Probish advised Chairman Corley to work out between the departments. FINANCE: No report, KRE:'Chairman Carballo still hopes to receive the hose ordered. Fe is using both tracks in the last few weeks, had 3 fires one right after the other. Vice- President Prebish asked about the insurance on the second truck. Councilman Preble stated this is the first time he, knows the truck is being used. I`f the truck is to be continued in use it will be necessary to put a rider on the equipment which does not belong to the City. Councilman Gresham statod' they, were answering an awful lot of firo calls in the County,•what would they do if there is a fire in the City and the truck is out in the 'County? Councilman Carballo stated it was a matter of helping each other, this is a bad time for fires. Mayor Acker stated there arc 40,000 people in the area, 5,000 in the City and 35,000 in the County, and as long as 'South Miami will answer calls the County won't pay out for additional equipment* Attorney Ruff suggested that someone appear beforo the County Commission, showing, the number of faros in the County we have been going to and that we cannot continue to assist them on that basis, we cannot render the same co- operation as in the past because of ourYlimited facilities. Councilman Carballo stated he has givan orders not to go unless they have to. If in the iQme L dia.,e vicinity tvhoro South .Miami property is in danger thou he will send thom out. Councilman Andrews' asked why we don't buy this fire truck. i Page _..1Q Councilmen Carballo,stated the committee is collecting for this trucks has al- ready paid 5,2067 on this truck, that payments are being made, the Council can do as it pleases. Councilman Preble asked if this truck is up to date. Is it modern or antiquated?' Councilman Carballo stated that Mr. Murphy of the Fire Underwriters made a trip r here and approved it, that it was approved as a pumper and tank and ?933 is still due. - ` Mayor Acker stated if buying a truck, why not buy a -new truck? " .. Councilman Carballo stated the truck body is a 1944 and the Everglade Fire District converted it into a fire truck. The motor in the truck is a 1948. The truck i, sat for several 'months while collections were being :made, and not used. The proposition is to give it to. the City free very shortly. The men have to work Sundays and holidays to collect for this truck. Vice- President Prebish on 'the matter of insurance asked Councilman Preble to provide additional insurance to cover. POLICE: Chairman Prebish stated because of the temporary,: suspension of Chief McKim ey, a temporary Chief should be appointed. Councilman Gresham, seconded by Councilman Corley moved that Earnest Tatum be appointed temporary Chief Of Police until April 18. Motion carried. Councilman Andrews, seconded by Councilman Carballo, moved that Earline Johnson be employed as of April 3 thru April 30,L at $35.00 per week, to assist in the Police Department with the car inspection clerical work. Mot-ion carried by poll, as follows: Corley yes Preble yes Carballo yes Gresham yes Andrews yes Prebish yes Mayor Acker re: the probationery period for Officers Pressley and Finch stated this was actually to April 4 and what are the wishes of the Council, they O.K.' d them as of April 1, and he wants clarification only. The Chair ruled that it remain as of April 1. STREETS '& PARKst Chairman Gresham stated that G. Burmeister has been on a pro- bationery period of throo months at 5x180 per month and would like to raise 'him to $200.00 per month as of April 1. There was discussion and question as to regular procedure, but in view of the fact that the Mayor is to make a ,report on that as a nholo, Chairman Gresham withdraw his recommendation. BUILDISGSt Chairman Androws stated he had expected the Personnel Board to come along with recommendation for a building inspector but has heard nothing. President Van Dusan is out of town, but Messrs. Boyden and Tharp were in the audience. Dr. Tharp stated that on Saturday a sheaf of applications had been turned over to him, he read them and Mr. Boyden read, them on Sundry, but Dr. Van ]Susan is out y of town until 'next Saturday and under the circumstances they will call a meeting and them some recommendations will be made after that meeting. Andrews, Cheirman seconded by Councilman Corley, moved that it then be necessary o extend the temporary appointment of Son C. Powell to April 30th. Motion carried by poll, as follows# Corley yes Preblo yon Carballo yes Gresham yon Andrdrrs yes probish yea Page --1 Chairman Andrews stated he would like to receive permission from the Council to proceed with beautification of the City`IIall not solely for beautification purposes but more decent working conditions for the employees in the City Hall* The cost would be around $50 to $500. He would like to do the 'work on a day labor basis under the general supervision of the building inspector. The jalousies will have to be advertised for on bids, to:be installed under contract. Mayor Acker said his idea was to take the money if the School Board buys the back 10 acres and if necessary sell the front 10 acres, sell the 'property over c here and build a City Hall. They 'could very well rake u t3' ry p $500000 without going into debt. He is definitely for building a new City Hall but agrees to any expense under $500. to make the present building comfortable for even one summer. He would like to see 8" adobe slump brick used instead of CAS. He suggested the tW, appointment of a committee to make a detailed study and proposal to the Council. .. Vice- President sPrebish named Councilman Andrews, Mayor Acker, City Cleric Martin and Temporary Building Insp ector Powell to that Committee Lund asked for a report at the next meeting, SPECIAL COMMITTEES: Cambridge Lawns Canal.. Councilman Corley stated the Hall Paving Company was thy, only company that has ; given 'him a report, that he made one report of a cost of $160. per day for 2 months. Following discussion, Councilman Andrews suggested sending a letter to the people that it would cost $160.00 per day over a period of 2 months and that is beyond the possibility of the City. Vice - President Prebish recommended that the committee be dispensed with and 'a letter be written to the people. So. 2nd. Avenue, condemnations: Attorney Ruff recommended referring that back I_o_fRe=on=g Board for a public hearing with a view to establishing a positive need for this road and condemnation. Vi'oe- President Yrobish stated he would like to refer this to the Advisory Zoning and Planning Board for a meeting. Mayor Acker believed this a wise move* Res the Ordinance on empl yeost Attorney Ruff stated that a Merit System Board is prow ded for n the proposed Charter Amendments and believes this should be worked in with that. He will endeavor to collect material from several boards in the County. LIQUOR Ordinances Due to the lateness of the hour, ,Mayor Acker suggested calling a spec a meting for that for next Tuesday. Councilman Andrews agreed on one condition, that they confino the entire meoting to the liquor ordinance. Mayor Acker asked about a time limit. It was agreed to hold a special meeting on Tuesday from 8 ;00 P.U. to 10#30 P.M. on the proposed liquor ordinance 1 Res the pool tables Councilman Carballo stated he did not meet with the �V Vo un eer Firemen, that the Firemen had discussed the problem but would no-, take any action. iie believes they make the wrong move ##'they take the table out. The Volunteer Firemen bought it and need some :kind of recreation in there. Page - -12' Councilman Andrews said he did not realize that he was on that committee. He had discussed the matter with Vi. He Atwood over the phone, Yho definitely ex- pressed himself that that pool table should be retained there. They discussed the possibility of issuing orders not to permit City employees using the table during working hours, also discussed the possibility of covering the pool table during the day. The table is well worth its existence by the men using it and being available when fire calls come in. Following recommendation by Mayor Acker, Councilman Andrews, seconded by Councilman Carballb, moved that two screen doors be purchased and installed, one in the entry from the City Hall ox'fice to the fire Department and one in the exit and that a notice be posted on the bull tin g for that usage door of the Fire Department, of a type of Vmatboar�d�aivnis Hors City employees that the pool table is not to be used by them during g_ Lotion carried by poll, as follows: Corley yes Preble yes Carballo yes Gresham yes Andrews yes Prebish yes The following bills were submitted for approval and payments BILLS PAYABLE - - MARCH 31 1950 Central Press, Inc* 185.95'1'4500 car >stickers Ted Crockett 13.62,,\ice - Marsh Denning's, Inc. 15.54kh hardware supplies Dorn- Martin Drug Company 4.80N \flashlight batteries Margaret A. Edwards 26.00 322 hrs. Charter Board Steno.. Fla. Equipment Company 14.05.N\ grader blade & bolts Fosters, Printing Company 27.00 \envelopes, garbage notices, radio reports Mr. Poster's Store 8.10n stationery supplies R. C. Gammage 233.45,h electrical inspections Gulf Oil Corp. 49.48 q, oil Harley's Service Station 365.36 gas, oil, repairs (Gen. & Fes.' Holsum Lunch 65.604 prisoners' meals Highway Motor 'Service 64.07 1, gas, oil (Gen. & Res.;) Itlum Steel Company 42.901 grader blade Be Be Leatherman 49 505 plats - L & M Grocery 389401" 24 #3 tuba Miami Daily News 4.03,&Legal notice - truck bids Miami Herald 3.`96' ad - bldg. inspector Miami Tire Retreading Company' 292e V4 tires Miami Uniforms 67eSOo un forma Tatum Petty Cash 51.14 Viper itemised list Phillips Typewriter Company 6.00# rontal- Chartor Bd. Typewriter John Ruff 160.00%,% legal services Skagseth Stationery 16.041 stationery supplies South Ltiani Atlantic Service 800934igas, oil, stoe J. Totaling 1,SS0.11 Less 129020 payable out of RESMV2 MID Ret aeo. 5e Johnson 24404 rotund So* Miami Journal. 12.801 adverbiaing Total 1#757M payable out of 0121MRAL 'MID tti l; Page - -13 Oolite Rock Company 604.35 `rook H -17 Harley's Service Station 91.28 r gas, oil H -17 ' Highway 'Motors 37.92 ,,,gas, oil H -17 - 733.55 payable out of 'RESERVE nND t „T PETTY CASH ITE4S - - MARCH 1950 Recording Fee A-7 2915 7 ft. packing F -2 1.00 Stamps C -3 7.00 ,� ��} Box rent C -3 1.00> C -3 8e00 •�E gas allowance,:. March C -6 51 CO C 13000 . i Stamps S -5 30.00. Soaps 8 draino M -5 1.69 Payable out of GENERAL FUND 47.84 Stamps. Payable out of RESERVE FUND H -14 & 15 3030 n Total Petty Cash SZ. Councilman Gresham, seconded by Councilman Proble, moved that the bills be paid as read. Motion carried by poll, as follows= Corley s Preble y y Andrews yes Prebish yes y y yes Carbaho es Gresham es There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned in regular order at 'r l2s05 A.I., Wednesday, April 5th., A.U. 1950• Presi' t, City Counoil, ATTEST.: C tyr C erl y