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Monday, Mardh 25th, 1985
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1. Approval of Board Minutes for Monday, February 25th, 1985
2. . ' Reports
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, .A~ Capital Improvement Projects - Members to discuss
,various Capital Improvement Projects and their
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.and city Commission for consideration during budget
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C.:tountryside Sportsplex -' Status Report of grading, arid
,si:te ':lork under way.
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Welcome to Clearwater Sign on SR 60
Evenlng and'Summer Activities at the ,County Sand K~y Park
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PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MINUTES
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Monday, March 25th, 1985
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The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board was held at the City
Hall Annex, 10 S. Missouri Avenue, on Monday, March 25th, 1985, at 7:30 p.m.
Members present included Mr. Eric Ford, Mr. Murray Fuchs, Dr. LaMar MacNutt, Ms.
Elizabeth McMahon, Mrs. Jacquelyn Tobin, Mr. Charles Wood and Mr. Dorr Snoyenbos.
Dr. Ira Berger was unable to attend. Mr. Ream Wilson was also in attendance.
Mr. Fuchs moved that the Board Minutes of Monday, February 25th, 1985, be
approved as mailed. Ms. McMahon seconded this motion which passed.
Mr. Wilson introduced Mr. Dorr Snoyenbos who ~as recently appointed to the
Parks and Recreation Board by the City Commission. Mr. wilson explained that Mr.
Snoyenbos had served as a member of the City Beautification Committee for several
years and had recently resigned that committee with a desire to serve on the Parks
and Recreation Board. All members welcomed Mr. Snoyenbos.
Chairman Wood turned the meeting over to Mr. Wilson for reports.
1. Capital Improvement Projects - Mr. Wilson said that the City Commission
will be ~onsidering capital improvement budgets for the 1985/86 year within the
next few weeks. He stated that each department in the City submits capital im-
provement requests which then must compete with each other for limited monies.
Primarily, the Parks and Recreation Board normally prioritizes their top five
projects, that require funding from "General Revenue". Projects being funded through
park impact fees, community development fees, etc., are not normally prioritized by
,the Board. .Mr. Wilson stated that the Board's recommendation of capital projects"
would then be forwarded to the City Manager and city Commission for their consid-
eration., At the February meeting of the Board, members had received copies of
the. various projects submitted by the Department which were categorized as being
ei ther, "urgenttl, "important", or "less important". Members reviewed these 1ist-
'ings and each member presented his/her top five projects with five'points being
awarded to the highest project and one point being awarded to the fifth place
project. 'However, prior to giving their top five projects, the Board indicated
their desire that "parkland acquisition" continue to be considered as the highest
priority in that parkland should be acquired while it is still available. Follow-
ingthis discussion, each member gave their five top priorities and a compilation
of points resulted in the following prfori tized list.
1. 'Morningside Recreation Center Renovation ($120,000) - 27 points
2. Light Replacement Program ($45,000) - 14 points
3. Edgewater Drive Beautification ($50,000) - 14 points
. 4. Bayfront Tennis Court Renovation ($120,000) - 10 points
5. Morningside Pool Repairs ($50,000) - 8 points
6. Moccasin Lake Park ($30,000) - 8 points
Chairman Wood asked that Mr. Wilson prepare a letter to the Manager and City Com-
mission e~laining the Board's recommendations as they relate to priority capital
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improvement projects for 1985/86. Further, he asked that this letter be prepared
for his signature and also that of Ms. McMahon who was elected as Co-Chairperson
of the Board at this meeting.
Further, Dr. MacNutt made a motion that the Manager and Commdaaion be aware
of the Board's concern that lip ark acquisitionll continue to be considered as the
overall number one priority. Jacquelyn Tobin seconded this motion which passed.
2. Morningside Recreation ~entcr - Mr. Wilson explained that the attorney has
not yet completed the papers for the City to sign with Coconuts to accomplish ac-
quisition of that building. However, subsequent to the papers being finalized, we
understand that the owner of Coconuts would have six months to close out his owner-
ship. At that time, the City would take over the building as a recreation center.
3. Countryside Sportsplex - Mr. Wilson explained that grading is presently
being accomplished on the soccer/football field site located on McMullen-Booth
Road just north of Countryside High School. As soon as grading is complete, an
irrigation system will be installed using effluent from the Water Pollution Con-
trol Plant and grass will be sprigged. Some monies are also available for a portion
of the lighting.
4. Response to Board Members' Comments - Mr. Wilson explained that he had talked
to Ms. Toni Townsend of the Chalnber of Commerce who in turn will ask the United
Daughters of the Confederacy for a letter authorizing the City to enter their prop-
erty for landscape maintenance around the "Clearwater" sign on State Road 60. Mr.
Wilson explained that when received, his Department would perform periodic mainten-
ance to the landscape material.
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Mr. Wilson also explained that he had talked to Mr. Fred McLean of the County
Parks Department in terms of whether or not Sand Key Beach c~uld be made available
for young people during the evenings during the sunnner months. He said that the
County is not geared for this type supervision and that.all of the County parks
close at sundown. At this point, considerable discussion ensued among Board members
about'the use of the Courtney Campbell' Causeway by young people. They felt this
could be a most attractive area for young people if traffic could be controlled
ve1:y carefully between the Cleaxwater City limits and the first bridge to the east.
Members 'indicated that they would like to discuss this subject in more detail at a
later date.
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a. Mr. Wilson informed Board members that he had been asked by the City
Manager to present a recommendation to the City Commission as it re-
lates to the possibility of naming Court Street Soccer pield in honor
of "David Martin" who was recently involved in a fatal accident on
Courtney Campbell Causeway. Mr. Wilson stated that he would like to
make this recommendation for the next City Commission meeting and ex-
plained that Resolution No. 80-82 gives authority to the Parks and
Recreation Board to make recommendations to the City Commission re-
garding the names of City parks and recreation facilities. Prior to
recommending names for parks, certain criteria within the Resolution
was explained. Mr. Ford also discussed the possibility of the soccer
fields at the Eddie Moore Recreation Complex being named after David
Martin. This idea was discussed by members but it was felt that this ,~,
facility was already named in honor of an individual and that it would
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be more oppropriato to consider the Court Street Soccer }"'ield for
Mr. Martin. Mr. Fuchs mado n n~tion that tho Court Street Soccer
Field be named in tho honor of David Martin. This motion was seconded
by Ms. McMahon and passed unanimously. Mr. Wilson stated that he would
forward a memorandum to tho Manager and city Commission in this respect.
b. Mambers were advised that Skycrest Baptist Church is currently trying
to sell thirteen (13) acres of property which they own between Drew
Street and Air;port Drive just east of the Keene Road right-of-way.
Mr. Wilson explained that the asking price on this property is $700,000
and that it is a choice piece of land. It is suitable for active as
well as passive development and it is unusual to find a tract of this
size in the heart of the city. Mr. Wilson stated that he had discussed
this possibility with the City Manager and that considerable interest
exists for the acquisition. However, members were advised that only
approximately $170,000 is currently available having been collected
from open space and recreation facility land assessment fees within
one and one-half and one mile of the proposed site. Pursuing the ac-
quisition would also mean attempting to determine a feasible way of
raising the remaining $500,000 that would be needed to accomplish pur-
chase. Mr. Wilson stated that he had not yet talked to the church but
feels that City purchase for park purposes might be attractive. Board
members expressed considerable support of this proposed acquisition with
Dr. MacNutt making a motion to strongly support pursuing the acquisition
of the property for a future park. Ms. McMahon seconded the motion which
passed unanimoUSly. Mr. Wilson informed members that he would discuss
this item with the Finance Director and Legal Department to determine
alternatives that might be available for funding assistance.
6. ,Comments by Board Members - Mr. Fuchs indicated that since Mrs. Oiann Schultz
is'no longer serving on the Board as Co-Chairperson, that a new Co-Chairperson should
be elected to assist Mr. Wood. Mr. Fuchs nominated Ms. Elizabeth McMahon to serve as
Co-Chairperson. Mrs. Tobin seconded the motion which passed.
Ms. McMahon ~ Informed Mr. Wilson that maintenance might be needed to the land-
scaping around the Crest Lake sign. Mr. Wilson stated that he would look into this.
She also informed members that the Chamber of Commerce is thinking of ideas for Tree
Thoughts--1985. She said that prospective projects are needed and Mr. Wilson indi-
cated that he would send a list of possible project sites to her that might be con-
sidered by the Chamber. She also asked about the status of the site where the old
Edgewater Drive Hotel was demolished. Mr. Wilson responded that monies are not in
this current budget for beautification but that funds are being requested for 1985/86.
She also asked about progress being made to beautify and landscape the Causeway ,
medians. Mr. Wilson informed her that a citizens group is currently active in develop-
ing a proposal and will be submitting same in a short period of time to the City for
consideration. She further asked about places that might be considered as targets
for uSparkling Cl.earwater Daysn. The North Greenwood area was mentioned as well as
Condon Gardens. She advised members that Mr. Ervin Harris had done good work in
these areas l.ast year.
Mrs. Tobin - Had no comments other than to welcome Mr.Oorr Snoyenbos to the
Board.
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Mr. Snoyenbos - Stated he was a now momber and that it was too early to make
co~nts. However, he welcomed the opportunity to serve on the Board.
Mr. Fuchs - Mentioned that tho sign at Crest Lake Park looks beautiful. He
also asked about the status of the sign and landscaping on the Clearwater Beach
triangle. Mr. Wilson stated that this project is progressing and Mr. Fuchs indi-
cated that a sidewalk or stepping stones are needed for tourists who take photo-
graphs at the sign. Mr. Wilson stated that he would look into this. Mr. Fuchs
asked for two tickets to the Phillies games on March 30th and on April 3rd. He
also welcomed Mr. Snoyenbos to the Board and congratulated Ms. McMahon on being
elected as Co-Chairperson.
Charles Wood - Welcomed Mr~ Snoyenbos to the Board.
Dr. MacNutt - Welcomed Mr., Snoyenbos to the Board and expressed an interest
in bike trails around the city. Mr. Wilson explained plans that might include bike
'trai'ls on Sand Key and Dr. MacNutt stated that he might want to invite representa-
tives who are active in cycling to one of the future Board meetings. Mr. Wilson
stated ,that this would be excellent and that Mr. Jim Sheeler might also be invited.
: Mr. Eric Ford - Expressed his interest in something being done for the youth
on Courtney Campbell Causeway to provide a safe place for them to go in the evening.
He also 'stated that trees recently planted between the Eddie C. Moore ballfields
. and the homes to t~e north, look good.. He asked about"the status of l,ights along
,the walki.ng path to the'soccer field at Eddie C. Moore and Mr. Wilson said that
,', this, is on the list of projects to be 'done in the future. Further, Mr. Ford related
that a member of the Marine Advisory Board mentioned that maintenance is needed at
DeIOro'Park." Mr. Wilson stated that he would investigate this request. Mr. Ford
also'asked for three tickets to the Philadelphia Phillies game of Tuesday, March
26th. '
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