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AGENDA
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PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD
CITY OF CLEARWATER
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January 26, 1981
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1. Approval of Minutes of November 24, 1980.
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2. Reporto:
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a. Propos~d Sailing Center - Mr. John Bankston will make ~ short presentation
regarding a sailing center that is desired by a parents group which is heavily
involved with sailing activities on Clearwater Beach. The site for the proposed
sailing center i8 East of the toll booths on the Day side.
b.PhiladelphiB Phillies - Members will be updated ,on activities that are planned
by the City and by the Chamber of Commerce in honor of the World Champion
: Philadelphia Phillies.
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c. Moccasin Lake Park - Members to reviel~ final revised site plan for Moccasin
Lake Park.
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Crest ,Lake Park Members to discuss and advise as to the type of testl:'oom
facilities they feel most appropriate to be constructed in Crest Lake Park.
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Park Ordinance -
regulations that
,behavior in City
(Continued from November meeting) Discussion of rules and
may be proposed for an' ordinance governing the use of, and
parks.
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',: f.' ,Tree Though ts - Members to cons i der and make recommenda dons as to a program
, entitled: "Tree Thoughts" to be sponsored by the Chamber of Corinnerce at
'Crest Lake Park. Members' will receive an outline of the program as prepared
,,' by, Ms.: Cynthia Nash J Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce Beautification Committee.
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'g. .,Marymont Park
~'.programs .
Update on preparation of Marymont Park for girls softball
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. h. 'capi tal Improvement Projects Dis tribution of status reports l:'egardingvarious
,Capital Improvement Projects within the department.
3.' Other Reporte
4. Comments by Board members
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5. , Adjournment
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CITY OF CLEARWATER
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MINUTES
Januar,y 26, 1981
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The regular meeting of the Parka and Recreation Doard wae held at
the Department Orfices, 10 South Missouri Avonue, on Monday, January 26,
1981, at 7:30 p.m. Members present were Chairman, Graydon Howe, Mrs.
Diann Schultz, ~xs. Peg Rogere, Mrs. Marguerite Krame, Mrs. Ginger
McQuigg, and Mr. Ed. steiner. Mrs. Edwin Grenelle was unable to attend'"
due to illness, Mr. Jack Gilmore was unable to attend due to a meeting in
Tampa, and Mr. Charlie Meeks WBS also unable to attend. Mr. Ream Wileon'
and Mr. Art Kader were present.
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Mrs. Krame made a motion to approve the Board Minutes of November
24, 1980. Mr. Steiner seconded the motion, which passed.
Mr. Wilson reported on the following:
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PROPOSED SAILING CENTER - Mr. Wilson explained that Mr. John-
,Bankston, representative of a group of parents interested in Bailing, was
unable to make the meeting to give a short presentation about a proposed
sailing center for Sand Key. Mr. Wilson showed plans of the center to
Board members in addition t~ displaying an aerial view of the site
depicting the proposed facilities Bnd fenced in area. He explained that
the proposed center might include facilities such as picnic apparatus and
parking spaces located outside of the fenced area for joint utilization of
the public. He also stated that the Brea proposed to be fenced would be
,located,s considerable distance from the water's edge to allow free
,movement for the public. Members were advised that the parent's group was
interested in taking their request for a proposed sailing center before
the City Commission in an effort to be assured of a home in the future.
An immediate request might be for fencing to secure valuable materials now
used.fo~ the program.
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Considerable discussion ensued between Board members. Mrs. McQuigg
indicated that she was opposed to any more development on beach properties
and expressed stro~ opposition to any fencing. Mr. Howe indicated that
he was in favor of sailing activities but that he did not have enough
information about the, proposed facilities. Mrs. Schultz questioned the
fencing and turning over of City property to a private group. She stated.
that the parents involved w~th the program are excellent and do an
outstanding job but that she is concerned about the waterfront. An
official motion or vote was not taken concerning this proposed sailing
center, however the general concensus of Board members waa strong
opposition to the erection of any fencing on bayfront properties that
might preclude the public, from enj,oying the water. More information
regarding the project ia needed.
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PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES - Mr. Wilson updated members on activities ,
being planned by the Clearwater Chamber of Commerce and the City of Clear-
water to honor the arrival for spring training of the World Champion ,
Philadelphia Phillies. Proposed activities may include:
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1. A parade of players and mana'gement through downtown Clearwater.
2.. Ceremonies at Jack Russell Stadium involving short speeches by
representatives of the City, the Phillies, and the Chamber.
3. Presentation of street sign renaming Stadium Drive as Phillies
Boulevard .
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Photo session for
Free hot dogs and
Official dinner.
New signs for Carpenter
the general public.
cokes for the public during workout.
Field and Jack RUBsell Stadium.
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MOCCASIN LAKE PARK - Mr. WilDon dinployed to members the finnl
roviDod site plan for the facilities.to be located at Moccasin Lake Park.
He explained that tho main entranoe to the park will be off Drew street
and Park Trail Lano. Working drawings are now in progress and will be
forwarded to tho State upon completion.
CREST LAKE PARK - Members wero informed that $25,000 is included in
this year'a budget for tho construction of a restroom facility at Crost
Lake Park. ~. Wilson advisod that an architect is being selected to
design a facility to enhance this important park' area and he requested
imput from members as to featuros for tho restroom construction. General
diacuBsion ensued with the concenaua from members that they would like to
soe low maintenance, stainless steel fixtures, natural'ventilation,
natural light, and storage faeili ties for custodial supplies. ,11r~ Howe
suggested that staff pontact the Pinellaa County Parks Department to
determine the ratio that department uses relative to the number of
restroom'facilities needed for 8 certain number of people.
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PARK ORDINANCE - Mr. Kader and Mr. WilBon briefly discussed drafts
of a park ordinance that may be proposed for Clearwater governiZlB behavior
in and use of City parks. Mr. Howe suggested that the item 'be tabled un-
til the Februar,y Board meeting and that staff re-draft a proposed
ordinance including what staff actually recommends.
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TREE THOUGHTS - Mr~ Wilson distributed a letter from Ms. Cynthia
Nash, Chairman of the Chamber of pommerce Beautification Council, and a
proposed program for Crest Lake Park titled "Tree Thoughts. II Briefly, the
program involves the planting of trees by members of the general public in,
commemoration of special events including graduation, marriage, birth,
etc. Members of the public would pay a yet to be announced fee to cover
the cost of the tree and a prorated cost of a plaque to be placed at the
entrance of the area where the trees are planted. Board members discussed
the proposal submitted by Ms. Nash and expressed appreciation for the
desire of the Beautification Council of the Chamber to enhance the
landscaping around Clearwater. However, members felt that the planting of
trees is an ,on-going process within the City of Clearwater's Parks and
, Recreation Department and that the efforts towards beautification by the
Chamber'of Commerce might better be channeled toward a project at Moccasin
'Lake'Park. The feeling was that this will be a most important park and,
that many 'projects' could be accomplished there for which the City does not
have funding. An example, specifically mentioned was signs identifyfng
various flora at the Moccasin La~e facility.
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MARYMONT PARK - Mr. Wilson advised members that improvements,have
been made to the East ball~ield located at this facility. Improvements
include' moving the field 10 feet to the North, extending the length and
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'height of the fence along the first base side of the diamond, and .
instal,la tion of addi tion~l clay and benches for players. '. . " J
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS - Mr. Kader distributed to ~oard: , :
members a status report regarding Capital Improvement Projects curr~ntly
in progress within the departmeLt.
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OTHER REPORTS
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Mr. Wilson invited Board members to the grand opening of the
Parcourae at Crest Lake Park to be held at noon on Tuesday, January 27.
The Mayor and the City Commission are'secheduled to dedicate the course
and possibly run the facility along with representatives of the general
public.
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Members were also made aware of a preliminary design for the
location of softball fields and soccer fields at the Eddie C. Mooro
Reoreation Complex. A tree survey of this site has' recently beon
oompleted and members will oontinue to be apprised of the statue of the
projeot.
COMMENTS BY EOARD MEMEERS
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Mrs. Rogere - Inquired as to the timing of the placement of the
soulpture to be located at the toll, booth on Sand Key. Mr. Wilson stated
that he' would cheok..with the Publio Works Department, but that he felt
construction and. relocation of tbe toll booth would be'taking place, .
'shortly and placement of the sculpt~re would not be affected.
Mrs. Schultz - Asked about the installation of a sign identifying
the playfield on Msndalay Avenue as the II McKay A th letic Field." Mr.
, 'Wilson advised that this sign is presently being prepared.
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,Mr. Howe - Inquired about the meetiD8 held in Dunedin eonsiatingof
members of parks and recreation boards from that City, Largo, and
Clearwater. Mrs. Schultz advised that the Clearwater Board was well
represontedby Mrs. Krame, Mr. Wilson, and herself. Mr. Wilson sU8aested'
that the Clearwater Board might want to entertain the boards from those
'oities in ,the'not too distant future.
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"There being no further business before the Board, Mr. Steiner moved
, for adjournment. The meeting was adjourned.
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