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Minutes of January 7 meeting.
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a. Financial
b. Woodgate Park
c. Softball Complex Status
d. Rental Policy for Facilities
. e. City Players Production" 'tpicnictl
f.Youth Maritime Center Playground Apparatus
g. Granada ,and Broadway Park - Crest Lake Park
h~ Soccer Field Status ,
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Court Street
Belmont'
i.Board Dinner on Wednesday, Feb. 27
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CITY OF CLEARWATER
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING
February 25, 1980
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The regular monthly meeting of the Parks and Recreotion Board was held at the
department offices, 10 South Missouri Avenue, on Monday, February 25, 1980, at 7z30 p.m.
Members present were Mr. Jack Gilmore, Mrs. Marguerite Krame, Mra. Ginger McQuigg, Mr.
Charlie Meeks, Mrs. Peg Rogers, Mrs. Diann Schultz, and Chairman, Mr. Gus Stavros. Mr.
Graydon Howe and Mrs. Edwin Grenelle were unable to attond. Also in attendance were Ms.
Brenda McFetridge, Mr. Scott Wyckoff, Mr. Ream Wilson, and Mr. Art Kadar.
Mrs. Krame made a motion to approve the Board Minutes of February 7, 1980. Mr.
Meeks seconded the motion, which passed.
Mr. Stavros int~oduced and welcomed Ms. Brenda MCFetridge and Mr. S~ott Wyckoff, who
are representing countryside High School as Student Members of the Board.
Mr. Wilson reported on the fallowing:
FINANCIAL REPORTS: The Board was informed that the department, as of the end of the
4th Accounting Period, is spending at a rate of 28.3\ of its budget, or 2.5% under the
norm of 30.8%. Glen Oaks Golf Course expenditures equal 34.4%, or 3.6% over the norm.
This overage is due primarily to the early purchase of an annual supply of fertilizer.
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WOODGATE PARK; Mr. Wilson informed the Board that in the early part of November,
1979, Florida Power Corporation requested a 40 foot easement through Woodgate Park in
which ~o place a 230,000 volt transmission line to run from Countryside Mall to Sunset
Point Road. Members were informed that a 10 foot easement already exists through the
Park and that the new easement would increase the existing easement by 30 feet. Mr.
Wilson apologized to Board members, and especially to Mr. Graydon Howe, who lives in
WoOdgate, about not informing them of this construction before action was formally taken.
He explained that i,t was an oversight and that every attempt is made to bring all matters
to the Board which relate to city Parks and Recreation properties. At the time of the
request by Florida Power, two possible routes for the transmission line were presented.
One route was down Countryside Boulevard in front of the Woodgate Subdivision. A dis-
advantage of this route was that the large poles would have to be located on a narrow
right-of-way and would present a safety hazard. Also, in addition to being along the
entire front of Woodgate Subdivision, the poles and line~ would be close to and immed-
iately behind a larg~ number of backyards and swimming pools. The second route was through
the park and behind homes of Woodgate residents. This route was felt to be preferable
since an easement of 10 feet already existed, since the new line would not preclude
any future pa~k development, and since it would eliminate the safety hazard of large poles
being located close to the curbing on Countryside Boulevard. However, the unattractive
poles and lines would still be immediately behind numerous residences. Mr. Wilson
explained to members that Mr. Howe and other residents of Woodgate Subdivision protested
the placement of the line in either location, but of the two possible routes~ they feel
'the one through the park to be preferable. However, Mr. Howe and other residents of
Woodgate plan to carry their concerns to Florida Power and the Public Utility Commission.
Mr. Gtavros mentioned that he had talked to Mr. Howe about this project and that Mr.
Howe's main concern was that he had not been informed of the construction prior to it
being brought to the attention of the Home owner's Association. '
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SOFTBALL COMPLEX; Mr. Wilson stated that he will be preparing an agenda item for
the City Commission meeting of March 20, 1980, relative to seeking direction from the
Commission about the construction of a softball complex. Board members discussed this
item in great detail and Mrs. Schultz made the fallowing motion:
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That the City pursue the purchase of property on McMullen-Booth Road
elley-Ruppel) for the construction of the complex, and if this is not
possible, that the City construct a complex on city owned land on the
320 Acres in North Clearwater.
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Mr. Gilmore seconded the moti6n, which passod unanimously. Mr. Gtavros also spoke
in favor of naming a future complex after Mr. Eddie Moore, former Director of Parks and
Recreation. Mr. Meeks moved that if and when completed, the complex be named after Mr.
r-) Eddie Moore. Mrs. Krame seconded the motion, which passed.
RENTAL POLICY OF FACILITIES~ Members were informed that the City commission approved
the new rental policy and fee structure for the use of City recreational facilities. The
only change was that of reducing fees to Public/Civic/Church groups by 1/2 the hourly
charges. At this point, the Board questioned fees charged at Glen Oaks Golf Course and
requested that these be placed on the agenda for the April meeting for discussion.
CITY PLAYERS PRODUCTION "PICNIC": Mrs. Krarne stated that she had attended the Dress
Rehearsal of "Picnic" and that she felt it was an excellent production. Mr. Wilson added
that the three different nightly performances were well attended and that the issuance of
tickets worked extremely well.
YOUTH MARITIME CENTER - PLAYGROUND APPARATUS: Members from the Clearwater Beach
Association met with Mr. Wilson and Mr. Kader to discuss further development at the Youth
Maritime Center since $18,000 remains in the capital code. The residents will be forward-
ing to the city a letter requesting that playground apparatus be purchased and that it be
placed immediately South of the existing tennis courts. This purchase might take $8,000 to
$10,000 of the remaining funds. Further development would be tabled until such time as
definite plans are formulated for.the construction of a small boat marina. Residents of
the beach are extremely pleased with the renovation of the old room previously used for the
storage of City Players props and other materials. This room is now utilized as a game
room.
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GRANADA AND BROADWAY PARK: Mr. Wilson informed members that residents around this
small park have requested some beautification and the placement of some playground equip-
ment. The park is located North of Sunset Point Road and has been neglected as far as
development is concerned for many years. Plans are to relocate the old equipment now at
Crest Lake Park to the park at Granada and Broadway. The old equipment at Crest Lake became
surplus when the new playground was developed at the facility in the Southwest corner.
Board members agreed, and expressed their approval of this relocation.
SOCCER FIELDS: Mr. Wilson informed members that 6 fields have been developed and are
now being used for youth soccer at St. Petersburg Junior College. Further, the soccer
field on Court Street is complete and is currently being used for youth and adult soccer.
The remaining field to be developed is at Belmont Park. Members were informed that South
,Greenwood Avenue is scheduled for reconstruction and that this work will necessitate the
removal and relocation of the West perimeter fence of Belmont Park. Further, immediate
plans call for removal of the Belmont basketball court and the installation of sod and
irrigation. The end result will be an improved open playfie1d suitable for soccer, foot-
ball, softball, and rugby. upon completion, it will resemble the playfield on Mandalay
AVenue.
Mr. Meeks expressed his concern about the lack of maintenance on the
soccer fields located on the parking lot at Jack Russell Stadium. He said that fill
material had been brought into the low spots but that the material contained a lot of
rock and glass which was dangerous to participants. Mr. Wilson stated that he would take
immediate action to correct this situation and made arrangements to meet Mr. Meeks and
Mr. Kader at the stadium immediately following the Board meeting. ('
BOARD DINNER: A discussion of this dinner revealed that all Board members would
attend with the exception of Mr. Meeks, who has a previous commitment.
~ BAYFRONT PARKS: Mr. Wilson advised Board members that work is now proceeding on the
I;', development of a site plan for the re-vamping of the Bayfront Parks. He informed members
, of a new sewage lift station which will be placed in the area and which will be approxi-
mately 40 feet by 40 feet in size. This station will replace the existing sewage lift
facility which is too small, malfunctions on a fairly regular basis, and which releases
an offensive odor.
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Mr. WilBon also stated that he had received approval from the
City Manager's Office to place approximately twenty Laurel Oak trees, which were
donated by a local attorney, at the site of the old auditorium. These are oxtra-
ordinary troes and should prove quite attractive on the site.
~ Mr. Stavros suggested to members that they keep in mind a band
shell to be located in the Bayfront park system. He felt it would be well used and
received by Clearwater residents.
FRANK TACK PARK: Mr. wilson informed members that a new sign has been erected
at the site and that beautification efforts have been underway at the South end of
the park.
MONTCLAIR PARK: Mr. Kader informed the Board of the development of this park which
will include two racketball courts, a grass parking area, playground apparatus, playfield,
picnic tables, and split rail fencing. Mr. Kader also summarized to members the status
of 19 different C.I.P. projects which are now underway within the department. Members
were advised that word was received from Tallahassee this date that our grant for the
development of Moccasin Lake Park had been approved.
AGREEMENT WITH THE BOMBERS: Mr. Wilson infor.med the Board that the Clearwater
Bombers have been playing at Jack Russell Stadium since its completion in 1955. He said
that an agreement covering this usage is being formulated but that it is now in its draft
stage. He has met on several occasions with representatives of the Bomber Boosters con-
cerning this agreement.
BOARD MEMBER ATTENDANCE: Mr. stavros read to members a letter from City Manager
Shoemaker relating to a proposed policy concerning the attendance of various City Boards.
The proposed policy suggests that a board member may be removed in the event he or she
has 6 absences within a 12 month period, or 3 consecutive absences. Members discussed
,"~'i the proposed policy but expressed favor in the former policy which calls for removal of
'-..-I a board member in the event he or she has 3 unexcused absences. Members did not take a
formal vote on the proposed policy, but desired to discuss it further at their March
meeting.
CREST LAKE PARK FOUNTAIN: Mr. Wilson distributed various pieces of information to
Board members regarding the proposal for a fountain to be located at Crest Lake Park.
This information included a letter from Mrs. Nash, Chairperson of the Beautification
Council of the Chamber of Commerce, wherein the Chamber offers to purchase a fountain at
an approximate cost of $11,000, if the City would agree to operate and maintain the
fountain. Members also received 'a copy of a letter sent to Mrs. Nash by the City Manager
wherein the Manager states that he is requesting a staff analysis of the project prior to
taking it to the City Commission. Board members also received a copy of a memo to Mr.
Wilson from Mr. John Peddy, the City's Energy officer. Mr. Peddy itemizes the operating
costs of the fountain and esttmates that it will cost $3,934 a year. Assuming a continued
increase in power costs, Mr. Peddy states that by 1985 the power for the fountain would
run approximately $5,902. Mr. Peddy states that although the fountain would be a thing
of beauty to those who have an opportunity to see it, it would consume energy which many
residents might question since it is not an absolute necessity. In addition to the above
information, members were provided copies of memos from Mr. Mike Kenton, Environmental
Planner, and Mrs. Karen Wilson, Land Resource specialist, relative to the quality of the
water in Crest Lake. Mr. Kenton and Mrs. Wilson are recommending that the lake be drawn
down so that natural oxidation could take place, thereby improving the quality of the
water in the lake. Also, they feel this would be the appropriate time to remove the
large number of cattails which hide the view of the lake for many residents. They ex-
plained that this action is necessary for improvement but that the entire project could
~ take as long as 6 or 1 months, during which an unattractive situation would exist.
After considering all of the above infor.mation, Board
members discussed the 'question of a fountain in considerable detail. The general con-
census was that if the energy crisis continues to worsen, more residents will be looking
for entertainment and leisure attractions closer to their homes at city parks similar
to Crest Lake. This being the case, the Board expressed a general approval of the
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fountain proposal but felt that the timing of such a project should be scheduled to
coincide with the environmental work which may be performed at the lake. They felt
the fountain would be a good addition to the park and that it would make the park an
attractive place to visit olose to people's homes.
,~ PIER 60, Members were informed that the Pier 60 lease is back in arbitration and
" hearings should be scheduled within the next 30 days.
MR. STAVROS, Hr. Wilson also reminded the Board that Mr. Stavros's term on the
Board will terminate on April 1, 1989. He has been an outstanding member and Chairman
for many years and will be greatly missed. Mr. Stavros has one more meeting during the
month of March.
COMMENTS BY BOARD MEMBERS:
Mr. Gus stavros had the following comments:
1. Requested that Board members try to attend a Philadelphia Phillies spring
Training game to be played at Jack Russell Stadium on Sunday, March l6. Mr. Wilson said
that he would try to arrange this with the Phillies,and an approximate count of 18 Board
members and families may attend. Mr. Wilson will inform the Board members of this event
upon talking to the Phillies.
2. Suggested that a new chairman of the Parks and Recreation Board be elected
at the March meet~ng.
3. Recommended that lights be placed illuminating the "Welcome to Clearwater
Beach" sign behind the Memorial Civic Center. Mr. Wilson said that this project is now
in progress.
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Mr. Charlie Meeks expressed his concern about the condition of the soccer fields on
the parking lots of Jack Russell Stadium. Mr. Wilson will meet with Mr. Meeks regarding
these concems.
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Mrs. Marguerite Krame: No comment.
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" Mr. Scott Wyckoff: Stated that he enjoyed the meeting and looked forward to being a
student member of the Board.
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Mrs. Peg Rogers: No comment.
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Mrs. Ginger McQuigg: Asked if the competitive swim program would be
this year and if lights were scheduled for improvement at the Sid Lickton
ballfields. Mr. Wilson stated that the swim programs are being conducted
, 'to' the lights are underway this week.
Mr., Jack Gilmore: Questioned the lighting at the Carpenter Field ballfields. Mr.
.,Kader stated that repair work will be underway shortly.
conducted again
Little League
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Mrs. Oiann Schultz: No comment
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There being no further business before the Board, the meeting was adjourned.
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