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AGENDA
PARKS
& RECREATION BOARD
JULY 24t 1978
MEETING
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Coachman Park by
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CITY OFt' ATER
PARKS AND RECREAT N OARD MEETING
JULY . 978
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The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board was held at the Department
Offices, 10 S. Missouri Avenue on Monday. July 24. 1978 at 7:30 p.m. Members present
were: Chairman Dick Prokes. Mrs. Helen Taube. Mr. Gus Stavros, Mrs. Patricia Hole. and
Mrs. Edwin Grenelle. Also present were Mrs. Sally Parks. Mr. Paul Eppling. and Mr.
Ream Wilson. Mr. Bill Justice, who was out of town on vacation. and Mr. Jack Gilmore,
who had work responsibilities, did not attend.
Mr. Dick Prokes advised tbe Board of a correction needed in the minutes of the June 26
meeting. These minutes state that Mr. Stavros moved to accept the Board minutes for
tbe month of May, and that Hr. Prokes second the motion. The correction should read:
Mrs. Hole made a motion to accept the Board minutes for the month of May and Mr. Stavros
second the motion.
Mr. Stavros made a motion to accept the Board minutes for the month of June as amended.
Mrs. Taube second the motion which carried.
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Mr. Wilson introduced Mrs. Sally Parks. Mrs. Parks explained she was attending the
Board meeting in behalf of the City's "Artist in Residencell program. She stated she
would soon be going before the City Commission requesting approval to use C~achman Park
as the location for the placement of two metal sculptures and that she first desired to
secure the Parks and Recreation Board's recommendation. either for or against the
project. Mrs. Parks then provided Board members with background information on Mr.
Paul Eppling the City's fourth IIArtist in Residence", along with an Hartist's statement"
from Mr. Eppling. Mr. Eppling explained he was a metal sculptor who uses found objects
such as steel. chrome. stainless steel, and castings which are welded and polished.
He presented Board members several photographs of his work along with a rendition
showing two scupltures by the waterfall at Coachman Park. Further, Mr. Eppling stated
,the sculptures would be approximately 4~' and 5' tall. Following a period of questions
and answers. Mr. Stavros made a motion to recommend approval of Mr. Eppling's proposal
to use Coachman Park as the site for the metal sculptures. Mrs. Grenelle second the
motion which carried.
~k. Stavros requested the practice of providing Board members with monthly summaries
of budget expenditures be reswned. Mr. Wilson responded that such summaries will be
prepared.
Mr. Wilson reported that financial reports for period 10 had not yet been received. Mr.
Stavros recommended that financial reports be tabled until next meeting.
Mr. Wilson explained that every effort is being expended to improve the greens at
Glen Oaks Golf Course. Board members were informed the greens are presently being
verticutt and, from all indications, the maintenance program appears to be working.
Hopefully, through a program of regular verticutting, proper chemical treatment,
fertilizing, and overseeding with rye grass during the winter months. satisfactory
results could be obtained. If the program does not meet with success, Mr. Wilson
advised Board members that $10,000 has been approved to reconstruct the greens. Mr.
Wilson also informed the Board of his recent meeting with several officers of the
Glen' Oaks Golf Club pertaining to the maintenance of the facility.
Haps of the City's ten planning' districts were distributed to Board members as per Mrs.
Hole's request. Mr. Wilson encouraged Board members to review these maps along with
other previously distributed information relating to the proposed Parks. Recreation,
Open Space Plan. Time is still available to offer recommendations for changes,
additions. etc.
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M~. Wi100n exploined budget hearings had been held with the City Manager and that
reductions were made to initial requests. The recommended operating budget for
].978-79 is $3,553,081 including Glen Oaks Golf Course. This represents an increase of
approximately 8.3% over the 1977-78 adjusted budget of $3,281,050.
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Hr. Wilson informed Board members that a light replacement program has been submitted
for consideration as a part of the Capital Improvement Budget. This program takes
into consideration 8 recent study provided by Mr. John Peddy, the City's Energy
Conservation Officer. Mrs. Grenelle requested that Board members be provided copies of
Mr. Peddy's study at the next Board meeting.
Mr. Wilson advised Board members that the lease pertaining to the Pier 60 swimming
pool expires in December and stated meetings will be held with the owner of the lease
to discuss the future operation of the pool. Beach residents, responding 'to an inquiry
in the "Beach Views", expressed a need for a public pool on the beach so that they
wouldn't have to travel to Morningside and Norton Park for swimming instruction and
other special' classes. Hr. Wilson suggested that if the lease is renewed, a recommenda-
tion may be to formulate a joint use arrangement whereby the Parks and Recreation
Department could provide instructors for swimming classes and other special programs.
This would require several hours of pool time each day, especially during the summer
months. Board members expressed a strong interest pertaining to the lease and to
providing swimming opportunities for citizens living on the beach. Considerable
discussion ensued. Mr. Stavros stated the Board needed additional information on
which to base tJleir recolm1endations. Board members concurred and Mr. Wilson said
copies of the lease and other information would be made available at the August meeting.
Mr. Wilson advised the Board of a petition received from residents living close to
asmnll park located at Broadway and Granada. 100 signatures were included requesting
",--,\ the placement of playground equipment for young children. Mr. Wilson stated that he
'~ had visited the area, that it is suitable for development, and that it is far removed
from existing recreation facilities. The petition will be forwarded to the City
Manager's office for consideration. Mrs. Taube also explained the need for recreational
facilities in the area and advised the Board of a small adjacent piece of property that
may be available for purchase.
Hr. Wilson informed the Board of the delivery of the new scoreboard for Jack Russell
Stadium. Installation will be scheduled for early September.
Mrs. Bole expressed concern about the future extension of Belcher Road separating
residents of WoodGate from WoodGate Park. Mr. Wilson said he will secure more informa-
tion regarding the extension of Belcher Road and the effect it will have on the park.
Hr. Stavros commented on the testimonial roast held in the honor of Mr. Eddie Moore.
He informed Board members that citizens and friends had donated $1,500 which was
presented to Mr. Moore.
Mr. Stavros also informed, the Board that he had gathered and submitted information
regarding Mr. Moore to the National Recreation & Parks Association. The purpose of
this effort is to seek for Mr. Moore the "Certificate of Excellence" award which is
given to outstanding Park and Recreation professionals.
Mr. Stavros further suggested that Mr. Wilson send a notice of Mr. MOore's retirement
aud years of serv:ice with the C:ity of Clearwater to the N.R.P.A. Hopefully this informa-
tion could be included in the national magazine. Mr. Wilson stated this would be done.
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There being no further business, Hr. Stavros made a motion the meeting be adjourned.
Mrs. Hole second the motion which carried.
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