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MEETING MINUTES
NOVEMBER 23, 2015
SPECIAL WORKSHOP
The Sebastian Parks and Recreation Committee was called to order by Chairman.
Members present were John Tenerowicz, Mrs. Flescher, Mr. Sims, Tammy Nelson, Mr.
Paschall and Mrs. Webster were absent.
Staff members present were Linda Kinchen, Secretary and Chris McCarthy, Parks
Superintendent, Frank Watanabe, Public Works Director/City Engineer
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - NONE
UNFINISHED BUSINESS — STONECROP PARK
Chris says they can start by removing the pepper trees and just opening up the area — Mrs.
White asks if there is a group who can cut the trees along the water.
PUBLIC INPUT — NONE
NEW BUSINESS; PARKS MASTER PLAN
Mr. Tenerowicz wants to buy the property south of the carwash on US #1 for additional
parking since parking is always an issue at the events. He says the north side of the park
parking spaces should all be handicap and would like to see Sebastian blvd closed off and
made into one park
Chris says could use another sports complex somewhere in the City since Barber Street is
built out.
It was recommended to call the owner of the property across from City Hall near the post
office and see what they want for it. Says we need disc golf and pickle ball areas still for
the future.
Chris says A company should be hired to do a master plan — Joanne asks where the
money comes from and Chris says Recreational Impact Fees.
It is agreed that parking and handicap parking are concerns — Mrs. White wants to know
how much of the 33 acre parcel by Day Drive is dry and how much is wetlands — Chris
doesn't know.
Still in favor of fixing up the community center it needs a new floor.
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Mrs. White would like a kayak launch at Sto e t ees Mr. Tenerowicz asks if the Natural
Resource Board could clear some of the pepper
It was decided to clear out the trees and then
decide
remo e any of the tgees. there.
Mr. Watanabe says a permit would berequired t
Mrs. Nelson still wants Disc Golf somewhere in the City
Chris says the people who wanted it don't even live here.
Mrs. White wants Chris to find out why we can't use the school fields.
Land Acquisition is at the top of Mr. Sims list
And would like to see the trees cleared and walking paths at Stonecrop.
STAFF MATTERS;
Chris says Kirb gave us some trees which were planted at Easy Street Park
BOARD OR COMMITTEE MATTERS; None
Next Meeting January 25`x', 2015
Items for the next agenda — None at this time
With no other business to come before the Parks and Recreation Committee, the meeting
adjourned at 7:9A PM
25th, 2015 Regular Meeting.
Tenerowicz, Chairman
and Recreation Committee