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02/15/1977 ,.~;',:"i:-~I:":'~~"~~::,: c~' <,:~j:!~t~~ ~-:"">. :.: c' 'i " .'. . ~o ,.'~. . , '.~f'~t -,' ~ ~ . '.. ,;;.,/ . , .-:.; .~ - ~;.~ ;'< ' r". . :',. .. . ;". .,', " , , ,', , " l .:.., ''+ o-(b. " I " t: '. ~ . ".. '....'., . -, ~.,. FT' l ~ ,.,..t" . . "'"r c ~ ...,.. " , NAC .\ I Minutes 'N~ighborhood Advisory Committee ;'~ " " . " DATE J. --'I ~"., ? ? .. ': -I-2~/? . , . ..... " . \ >~ .".., I' " ,,' .' ... I . . .' '. " . ..',., . l~J /;-J . ,,~ . . . ~ Minutes Community Development Neighborhood Meeting Wood Valley Area February 15, 1977 ........ \ ! -" At 7:00 P.M. Mrs. Jo Ann Wolfe, President of the Wood Valley Association, called the meeting to order. In attendance were 19 Clearwater citizens (9 females and 10 males, all but two were white). Also present and representing the City of Clearwater were: Ream Wilson, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation; Terry Jennings, Civil Engineer II; and Michael Wanchick, Planning Analyst who was filling in faT Mr. Donald Jass, Clearwater's Community Development Planner who was absent from this meeting due to his attendance at a regional Community Development con- ference in Huntsville, Alabama. Mrs. Wolfe opened the meeting by introducing the City's representatives and then turned the meeting over to Mr. Wanchick. A handout was distributed to everyone in attendance and Mr. Wanchick briefly reviewed its content which included the back- ground and purpose of the Community Development program; the citizens participation plan and schedule; the activities eligible fOT assistance, and those not eligible. He then discussed the status of the first and second year projects as they related to the Wood Valley Area. At this time Mr. Wanchick also called the audience's attention to the two public hearings which will be held at City Hall concerning the City's Community Development program and encourage the Association's members to attend them. Mrs. Wolfe requested and was granted an opportunity to read into the meeting's minutes a letter which was sent to the Parks and Recreation Department requesting additions and improve- ments in the community's recreation facilities. This letter (attached) is an official statement of the Wood Valley Associa- tion specifying their major requests for Community Development funds. Mrs. Wolfe was thanked and the meeting was opened for comments and recommendations regarding the City's third year program. ~ The question was raised as to when those facilities' ~hich are approved would be built'at Wood Valley. Mr. Wanchick and Mr. Wilson explained that no definite date could be given due to the lag produced by the tremendous amount of paper work accompanying each request. Concern was expressed on behalf of the Association as to whether their third year requests could be funded through a secondary source of financing, if th~ Community Development pro- gram did not do so. ~fr. Wanchick and Mr. Jennings explained that such financing might be possible, however, no promises, of any kind, could be made on the subject and as far as the present meet- ~'-/ ing was concerned it was addressing only the possible uses of third year Community Development funds. - 2 ~ Approximately. two-thirds through the meeting the audience began to deviate from the topic of Community Development funding and began to ventilate their frustrations pertaining to City govern(~\ ment in general. The Association comments centered around the ' City's lack of responsiveness regarding neighborhood traffic prob~ lems, the nuisance of transient "hippies" camping in the nearby woods and the dangers of having railroad tracks so near their homes. The Association was given the names and telephone numbers of the proper City officials to contact regarding such problems; and from this point on, there was an extremely high level of rapport between the members of the Wood Valley Association and the City officials present. The ensuing discussion produced six new recommendations to accompany those three already read into the meeting's minutes by Mrs. Wolfe. The complete list is presented below. The first three items have been extracted from the aforementioned letter and are considered by the Wood Valley Association to be of the highest priority. 1.) Ballfield lighting to provide adequate utilization of recreation facilities on week day evenings. 2.) Construction of a shelter adjacent to the recreation building which would enhance the social capabilities of the recrea- tion area. 3.) Construction of approximately 16 parking spaces on the south edge of the recreation area between the ballfield and basketball court and 15 additional parking spaces along the north edge of the recreation area near the recreation building. 4.) Installation of a kitchenette facility inside the present recreation building to be utilized during social events. 5.) The construction of a swimming pool on the east side of U.S. 19 within reasonable access to the residents of Wood Valley. 6.) Placement of additional recreational facilitie~ in Wood Valley park to be used by small children. No specific facilities were mentioned. 7.) Construction of a protective device between the Sea~ board Coast Line Railroad tracks and the southern boundary of Wood Valley (perhaps a chain link fence) to keep small children away from fast moving trains. 8.) Light~ng for tennis courts to allow play after day light hours. 9.) Implementation of a program of neighborhood-wide tree planting similar in nature to those presently carried out ~~. by the City along major traffic arteries. ~ 5.~" '''~~>f.:.: :.~ ~, \) .I I ,I " .,~':'\::," ,;",-,. '.. ......... .,.....,....,. .,,' . .'. , . \j - .3 - n l.:lj<,...--i- Those citizens present were thanked for their interest and participation in the Community Development program. They were assured that all of their Tecommendations would be submitted to the City Manager's office and City Commission for consideration in formulating the third year program. They were informed that additional recommendations could be submitted at any time during the next few weeks and were once again reminded to attend the two public hearings which will be held at City Hall in the near future. Respectfully submitted, ~ . ~ ~ . ~ ~....-.:::- - ~ ~ -~~ ""-",.--..-. ..--.;----..,-~...........-=- Michael D., Wanchick Planning Analyst 0' .~ 'I - 'f1O' '-) ... ,.. . .. 22 November, 1976 r~ , 1 Hr. Re8lll Wilson Parks ~ Re~reation Dept. 10 S. Missouri Avenue Clearwater, Florida Dear Kr. Wilson: The Wood Valley Civic Association requests the following facilities be added to the Wood Valley Recreation area: · Lighting 'lor ball field * Construction of a shelter adjacent to the present recreation building * Construction of parking facilities The following rational is submitted to eupportthese reauests. BALLFIELD LIGHTInG: The lighting in necessary to provide adequate utilizetion of the field on weekday evenlngs~ The time between the arrival of the Children trom school and sunset is inadequate for scheduling games. With the g~owth of The Little League and other recreational activities in our area it is e.bsolutely neceese~ that the lighting be installed. Prior to our association meeting of ,16 Eav. 1975, handouts announcing the meeting and plans to discuss the lighting w~re distributed door to door., During the meeting the subject was discussed at length. No objections to the lighting were voiced and the association unanimously supported this request. SHELTER COllSTRUCTION: The present recreation building is inadequate for on-going ~ctivities. The construction of a shelter adjacent to and south of the recreation I building will enhance the capabilities of the recreation aree. PARKING FACILITIES: The lack of parking facilities creates very reel. problems.. During events which draw edul ts to the recre stion area vehicles are rendomly parked throughout the area. !t is not reesonable to expect the supervisor on duty to control this problem. The only answer lies in the construction of adequate ~arkiLg facilities. Specifically, it is necesser.y that ap~roximately 16 streight-in parking spaces be constructed on the south edge of the recreation area between the bell field and the basketball court. It is also neceesary to provide approximately v /",\~: '; (.c ~. ' " , l ': '" " ,', '., t'~" . ,:!. . .;." ~. ~. ~ , . ~; ; <. ,- ',' ~. ~ '" ~ !:,' . !.. >'" ,',;rri::\";l"),,:,:\,, ~""'''''''''' '. \:t' ) . 15 streight-in parking spaces along the north edge or the .dcreation area near tho recreation building. If nece8s~, either myeelf or other representatives or the associetion will ~e available to diseuse theBe requests at your convenience. Sincerely, . /,f .~ Lbww/YY~ Kfe. Jo ~ W01~ President Wood Valley .As8ociation 2905 Lemon~ood street Clearwater, Florida, 3;519 4\It" .,:..0 'j l:':~ ...... . . , ,. . I ,. . .' '. . . " . . ~ .... Minutes Community Development Neighborhood Meeting Condon Gardens February 21, 1977 ~ At 8:00 P.M. Donald Jass, Community Development Planner called the meeting to order. In attendance at the meeting were 14 Clearwater citizens (6 female and 6 male blacks; 1 male Spaniard, and 1 male caucasian). The City was represented by the undersigned and Mr. E. J. Robinson, Director of Rehabilitation and Redevelopment. A handout was distributed to everyone in attendance and Mr. Jass briefly reviewed the content which included the background and purpose of the Community Development Block Grant Program; the citizens participation plan and schedule; the activities eligible for assistance, and those not eligible. He then discussed the status of the first and second year projects as they related to the Condon Gardens area. The first item of citizen concern was that of the flooding problem in the Condon Gardens area. The issue of solving this problem was discussed at length, and the group was informed that both the City Commission and the City staff were active in resolving this problem as soon as possible. They were further informed that C.D. money could be used for this program; however, an Environmental Impact Statement would be required, and this would delay any work for up to six months. The City is currently looking to other funds' to accomplish the project. There were a numb~r of other suggestions for projects that could be accomplished utilizing C.D~ funds. 1. Outdoor lighting on the basketball courts and the area adjacent to the recreation center. 2. Completion of the baseball field to include outdoor lighting. 'I 3. Construction of two lighted outdoor tennis courts. 4. Additional tree planting along the roadways. 5. Traffic signal at Bayview and Gulf-ta-Bay Blvd. (This is the third year for this request.) Several suggestions were made for projects and programs outside of the, scope of Community Development activities. 1. The construction and operation' of a coop-convenience store and laundromat within the Condon Gardens area. (These servi~~ , facilities were promised to the residents prior to the opening of ~ the Condon Gardens project.) The currently approved RPD zoning f"\. -"'" ,,,,,,,,\ I.J u ~k:' ..~~"" . , I . ". ,.. plan does not provide for this type of development; however, should rezoning be impossible, C.D. money could be utilized to acquire a building site in the vicinity. 2. Drew Street extension to provide aCCESS to school without traveling on GUlf-to-Bay Blvd. 3. Expansion of Summer Day Camp Program to accommodate the children in the Condon Gardens area. Last year they were limited to 30 children on each of two weeks - this was inadequate for 200 eligible children. They suggested that perhaps a program could be held at Condon Gardens, where local residents could assist in the program. 4. Street lighting along the sidewalk leading from Condon Gardens to GUlf-to-Bay Blvd. (The unlit section is located in the County and coordination will be required to accomplish this.) This is the third year for this request. Those citizens present were thanked for their interest and participation in the program. They were assured that all of their recommendations would be submitted to the City Commission for consideration in making up the third year program. .They were informed that additional recommendations could be submitted at any time during the formative period of the program. Respectfully submitted, , , s elopment Planner 'I Minutes Community Development Neighborhood Meeting Ross Norton Park February 23, 1977 ~~, , I At 7:45 P.M. Donald Jass, Community Development Planner, called the meeting to order. In attendance at the meeting were 20 Clearwater citizens (11 female and 8 male caucasian and 1 male black). The City was represented by the undersigned, together with Edmund Dillon, Community Relations Coordinator; Joseph McFate, Housing Coord~~or; Ream Wilson, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation; a~erry Jennings, Civil Engineer II. A handout was distributed to everyone in attendance and Mr. Jass briefly reviewed the content which included the background and purpose of the Community Development Block Grant Program; the citizens participation plan and schedule; the activities eligible for assistance, and those not eligible. He then discussed the I, status of the first and second year projects as they related to the South Greenwood area. fir The first item of citizen concern was the delay in com- pletion of the swimming pool. There was a sence of urgency expressed in completing this project as soon as possible. One citizen ques- tioned the selected location because of concern over the high water table in the area, and one person suggested incorporating the pool with the lake. Mr. l~ilson explained the background in the site selection for the pool and the overall master plan for the develop- ment for the Ross Norton Park Complex. The citizens appeared satisfied in the site selected; however, there were strong complaints regarding the dirt pile located north of the community center. They want the area leveled and landscaped to eliminate not only a visual problem, but a safety problem for children and teenagers who run motorcycles and automobiles up the steep slope. There was a request for information regarding the proposed use of Belmont Park. Mr. Wilson again responded with the current City plans to utilize, this area as a soccer/softball complex. " The subject of reallocating $6,000 of the $10,000 budgeted for playground apparatus in the Clearwater Heights Area was dis- cussed. Mr. Wilson explained the drop in population of school age children in this area and proposed utilizing the extra funds to pro- vide additional playground apparatus or outdoor lighting for the basketball/tennis courts at Ross Norton Park. The citizens present voiced support for this proposal. There were a numer of suggestions for projects that could be accomplished utilizing C.D. :unds. 1. .Paving of Hamlet Avenue betwen Lakeview and "E" Streets. '\ ; >r.1I' 2. Installation of stop signs at intersectionsoi Hamlet Avenue and "E" Streets. j~ : ~i . :','" . - 2 3. Installation of a left turn signal at Fort Harrison Avenue and Belleview Street. ,~ 4. Acquisition of property immediately south of Ross Norton Park for an expanded facility. s. Funding necessary planting for street trees in the South Belmont area. 6. Continued commitment to expansion of the rehabilitation loan/ grant ~rogram to assist in the elimination of substandard housing in the area. 7. Installation of sanitary sewers to serve the community. 8. Resolve the drainage problems in the area and at the same time do something to clean up the lake. 9. Improve the outfall from the lake at Lakeview and take steps to prevent flooding around the lake. 10. Install signs for rotary one way at intersection of Hamlet Avenue and McLennan Street. ' Several areas of interest were discussed outside of the area of C.D. funding. ,-'~"'} 1. The possibility of the City of Clearwater processing and selling ~ the residue sludge from treatment plants - similar to the process used by Largo. 2. Complaint regarding the construction of parking lots similar to Sunshine Mall - that is, no planters or trees to help absorb the runoff and to recharge the ground water table. 3. Plea for expansion of employment opportunities in the local Clearwater area. 4. A recommendation was submitted by Mr. Bob Bickerstaff regarding a solution to the dilemma of occupants of Condon Gardens who are seriously delinquent in their rent payments. He proposed a system whereby a person could work for rental payment in place of cash. This ,"Sweat Equity" would get the work done that is needed (painting, repairs, etc.) and at the same time build pride in their community. Thoes citizens present were thanked.for their interest and participation in the program. They were assured that all of their recommendations to/auld be submitted to the .Ci ty CO,mmiss ion for consid- eration in making up the third year program. They were ,informed that additional recommendations could be submitted at any time during the formative period of the program. v 0.. . Minutes Communi ty Development Neighborhood ~~.:eting Clearwater Shuffleboard Club February 24, 1971 1'-"" " j At 7:45 P.M. Donald Jass, Community Development Planner, called the meeting to order. In attendance at the meeting were four Clearwater citizens (1 female and 2 male caucasians; 1 male black). The City was represented by the undersigned, together with Ream Wilson, Assistan~ Director of Parks and Recreation; Terry Jennings, Civil Engineer II; and Edmund Dillon, Community Relations Coordinator. A handout was distributed to everyone in attendance. Mr. Wilson briefly reviewed the content which included the background and purpose of the Community Development Block Grant Program; the citizen participation plan and schedule; the activities eligible for assistance, and those not eligible. Those citizens present expressed a belief that they would not be eligible for assistance under the program since they consid- ered themselves self-sufficient. The surrounding neighborhoods were discussed, and it was generally agreed that slum or blight did not exist at this time. The neighborhood is made up to a large extent on retired persons. They repeated the request for a traffic signal at the intersection of North Fort Harrison and Calumet. The- traffic con- jestion on North Fort Harrison is so great that it some times tak~ 'J ten minutes to move into the traffic flow from Calumet. .~'... Those citizens present were thanked for their interest and participation in the program and informed that additional recommendations could be submitted at any time during the formative period of the program. Respectfully submitted, 'J 'I Planner u