02/28/2005
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PARKS & RECREATION BOARD MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
February 28, 2005
Present:
Thomas Fletcher
Steve Swanberg
Allen Weatherilt
J onathan Wade
Ron Whitcomb
Vice Chair
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Also Present:
Kevin Dunbar
Marsha Beall
Director, Parks and Recreation Dept.
Staff Assistant
Absent:
James Appelt
Sarah Wiand
Chair
Board Member
To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not necessarily discussed in
that order.
ITEM #1 -Call to Order - The Vice Chair called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
ITEM #2 - Approval of Minutes of Parks and Recreation Board Meeting of January 24. 2005 -
Mr. Swanberg moved to approve the minutes as submitted to members. The motion was duly seconded
and carried.
ITEM #3 - Tour of Ruth Eckerd Hall - Mr. Dunbar introduced Robert Freedman, President & CEO, Ruth
Eckerd Hall, PACT Inc. Mr. Freedman spoke on the history of the development of Ruth Eckerd Hall.
From the founding of Ruth Eckerd Hall in 1983, the leadership of the center, and the assistance of its
generous supporters, Ruth Eckerd Hall and Marcia P. Hoffman Performing Arts Institute have been
committed not only to bringing the finest entertainment to the area but also to providing educational
opportunities within and by means of the performing arts. The education program has impacted more than
one million children since its inception. The continued partnership with City of Clearwater has proven a
valuable asset in its endeavor to better serve the community and beyond. Tour of the facility followed.
ITEM #4 - Adiournment - The meeting adjourned at 8:00p.m.
The next meeting will be March 28, 2005 at the Long Center.
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