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PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD
CITY OF CLEARWATER
March 23, 1998
Present:
Larry Lindner
Wiliiam Kirbas
Gary Giordano
Donald Harris
Gerry Shriver
Kim Cashman
Vacant Seat
Art Kader
Birgitt Dowd
Gwen Legters
Chair
Vice Chair
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Interim Parks and Recreation Director
Public Information Specialist
Board Reporter
The Chair called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.
To ,provide continuity, the items are listed in agenda order although not necessarily
discussed in that 'order.
II. Minutes Approval - February 23, 1998
Member Kirbas moved to approve the minutes as submitted in writing to each
member. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
111. C,orrespondence - None
IV. Upcoming Recreation Events - Report by Birgitt Dowd
Ms. Dowd distributed handouts highlighting programs and events scheduled for the
month of April. She called attention to: 1t Countryside Recreation Center's expanded
hours; 2) Spring Break Camps; 3) Easter activities; 4) Brown Bag Lunch Time Concert
Series at Station Square Park; and 5) Fun 'n Sun activities April 18 through May 3.
Sponsors were recognized and handouts distributed. Discussion ensued regarding a
detailed media guide, Spring Break & Easter activities hours, fee schedules, and distribution
of sports program information to middle schools per the board's request.
V. Old Business
A. Current Capitallmorovement Proiects Status
Mr. Kader discussed changes since last month, detailing work done at three softball
fields. He explained the sports field light replacement program and lighting priorities. The
board praised new lighting at Sid Lickton fields. In response to a question, he listed three
potential sites under consideration tor skate parks. A memo from Recreation
Superintendent Steve Miller ~xplained the tennis court resurfacing program.
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B.
Countryside "Wish List"
Mr. Kader listed a number of improvements at the Countryside Recreation Center
requested by residents. Some ideas are undergoing a two-month trial, others are being
studied conceptually to see if adequate interest exists to justify bringing them forward to
the City Commission. Mr. Kader noted no funding currently exists for programs or
expansion.
C. Status of Clearwater HiQh School Track and Tennis Courts
Discussion ensued regarding the joint program between the high school and City,
where residents are allowed to use the facility. The track and tennis courts are out of
operation. Mr. Kader referred to a status report from Steve Miller stating the School Board
is committed to redoing the track as an 8-lane asphalt track; however, the timing is not
known. ,A committee is working on the issue. It was felt the tennis courts will be finished
before the start of next school year in August 1998. Lighting configuration will be
addressed as the project progresses.
VI. New Business
A. Charette tor North and South Greenwood Courts
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Mr. Kader said a consulting firm is working to develop a master plan for this area, in
conjunction with "One City. One Future." The public is encouraged to attend a meeting
March 28 at Martin Luther King Center, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., to meet with the consultants,
share ideas and provide input.
B. Landscaoe Proiects Status
Mr. Kader shared details of landscaping improvement projects underway at many
City locations in conjunction with "One City. One Future." In response to questions, he did
not know whether the Memorial Civic Center parking lot will be reconfigured to increase
parking and facilitate traffic flow. Staff was praised for the improved appearance of
several sites. One important factor in deciding where to landscape is maintaining all the
landscaping being installed. In response to a question, Mr. Kader said landscaping at Frank
Tack Park would be addressed when parking facility improvements are scheduled.
C. Capital Improvement ProQram fCIP) Fiscal Year 1998/99
Discussion ensued regarding handouts detailing: 1) existing CIP for 1997/98;
2) CIP Priorities for 1998/99; 3) Summary of FY 1998-99 through 2004 CIP and FY 1998-
'99 Capital Budget; 4) a Detail sheet of the above projects; and 5) Projects Under
Consideration for CIP Funding. Due to the limited time remaining for submission to the
Budget office and the City Manager, it was suggested for the board to review the
documents 'and. schedule a special meeting to rank priorities. In response to questions, Mr.
Kader said monies budgeted for a Crest Lake Master Plan and a cultural/social program/arts
center may be reallocated to enable a City-wide Parks and Recreation Master Plan. It is
hoped a RFP (Request for Proposal) can go out soon. Discussion ensued regarding
Clearwater beach pool siting issues and criteria evaluated when looking at the need for
pools.
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Aoril Meetina Location and ProQram
Consensus was to hold the' next regular meeting in the Municipal Services Building,
Parks and Recreation Department conference room, for the purpose of prioritIzing the
budget. Now that regular meetings are no longer televised, consensus was to begin
.' holding meetings in various recreation facilities. Consensus was to change the date of the
May meeting to May 18 due to the Memorial Day holiday.
Board Comments
Member Kirbas noted there were not enough volunteers on the list to refill the
vacant seats on this board. He said the rules provide for a member whose term has
expired to remain on the board until a replacement is appointed. '
, In response to questions, Mr. Kader said the City has not been able to negotiate a
contract with the first choice for Parks and Recreation Director. Mr. Kader remains Interim
Director, and the department is moving ahead. with exciting things started prior to Mr.
Wilson',s retirement and new initiatives generated by "0 ne City. One Future. /I
Staff will check into complaints that posting of campaign signs in designated areas
was prohibited at Moccasin Lake and Morningside polling places during the recent City
election.
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Staff will check ,into a report that maintenance is needed on signage at native bird
cages in Moccasin Lake Park. Mr. Kader said resurfacing Morningside tennis courts is in
the next fiscal year budget. Discussion ensued regarding unscheduled use of McKay Play
Field on' Clearwater beach by residents. While some programming is attempted
occasionally, the field is too small for programmed soccer meets. Staff welcomed ideas for
improving the field. General consensus was the area should remain open, green space.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:21 p.m.
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