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AGENDA
CITY OF SEBASTIAN
RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Monday, July 24, 2017
6:00 PM
1) CALL TO ORDER
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3) ROLL CALL
4) AGENDA MODIFICATIONS
Modifications and additions require unanimous vote of members. Deletions do not apply.
5) APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Regular Meeting June 26, 2017
6) UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Item A: Friendship Park Special Needs Playground Update
Item B: Playground Inspections' Results
Summary of Inspection Reports
7) NEW BUSINESS:
8) PUBLIC INPUT
9)STAFF MATTERS
10) BOARD OR COMMITTEE MEMBER MATTERS
11) ITEMS FOR THE NEXT AGENDA AND DATE
12)ADJOURN
ANY PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT THIS MEETING (OR
HEARING) WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE
PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE HEARD.
(286.0105 F.S.)
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA), ANYONE WHO NEEDS A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION FOR THIS
MEETING SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY'S ADA COORDINATOR AT 589-5330 AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF THIS MEETING.
CITY OF SEBASTIAN
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MINUTES OF WORKSHOP MEETING
JUNE 26, 2017
1. Call to Order — Chairman Sims called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.
2. Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all.
3. Roll Call
Present
Mr. Matthew Sims
Ms. JoAnn Webster
Ms. Corrine Gilroy
Not Present
Ms. JoAnne White — Excused
Mr. Greg Paschall
Also Present
Mr. Joe Griffin, City Manager
Ms. Margarita Hernandez, Parks Administrator
Ms. Susan Mann, Recording Consultant
4. Agenda Modifications — None
5. Approval of Minutes — Regular Meeting May 22, 2017 and April 24, 2017
A motion to approve the May 22, 2017 minutes as written was made by Ms. Webster,
seconded by Ms. Gilroy and passed unanimously by voice vote.
Ms. Hernandez explained that the April 24, 2017 minutes were not approved at the May
meeting because there was not a quorum and asked if they could be approved as well.
A motion to approve the April 24, 2017 minutes as written was made by Ms. Webster,
seconded by Ms. Gilroy and passed unanimously by voice vote.
6. Unfinished Business
Item A: Friendship Park Special Needs Playground Location
Public Input Request Slide
Ms. Hernandez explained that this item was presented at the previous meeting and
since there was not a quorum it was not acted upon. However, staff was directed to
seek public input as to the location. A slide was placed on channel 25 on June 2 d
asking for public input. As of this time no public input has been received. She stated
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee Page 2
Minutes of Workshop Meeting of June 26, 2017
that the location must be finalized before the bid requests can be published. In
response to Mr. Sims' question as to staffs recommendation she explained that staff
had chosen Friendship Park because there are restrooms, shade, adequate parking,
etc. As to specific location she stated that the playground would be placed where the
Bocce Ball courts are now.
Following discussion the consensus was to place the Special Needs Playground at
Friendship Park. Mr. Sims stated for the record, that this recommendation is based on
agreement of the City Council and Staff.
A motion to install the Special Needs Playground at Friendship Park at the site
designated by staff was made by Ms. Webster, seconded by Ms. Gilroy and passed
unanimously by voice vote.
Mr. Sims called for public input on the Special Needs Playground; hearing none he
continued with the agenda.
Item B: Pickle Ball Status
Revised Construction Cost Estimate from Project Engineer
Mr. Joe Griffin, City Manager, explained that as a result of the high cost of the Pickle
Ball Courts and the improvements to the area included in the original estimate he
contacted the engineer and had removed from the estimate all items that were not
absolutely necessary to build the four courts, i.e. increased parking, improvements to
the ball field, etc. by doing this the cost is estimated to be $212,806.00 which will be
budgeted in the upcoming fiscal year. In the following fiscal year the remaining four
courts will be budgeted at a cost of $172,000.
Mr. Griffin reviewed the Recreation Impact Fee Fund Report, explained the proposed
projects, their cost and schedule for completion. He noted that included in the proposed
projects is $234,739 which covers the Pickle Ball Courts and the related engineering
cost. He stated that the Sports Lighting at BSSC is $375,000 which is all funded in this
budget year in order to reduce the cost that would result in spreading it over two budget
years. He explained that after deducting all the proposed projects the Unallocated
Balance would be $36,431.74 which is quite low.
Mr. Griffin stated that the Pickle Ball Courts would qualify for funding from the
Discretional Sales Tax Fund. He explained that this approach would take some time to
work out the details and would require City Council approval. The result of changing the
funding source would increase the Recreation Impact Fee Fund by the $234,739
budgeted for the Pickle Ball Courts. He expressed that he felt that is a safer amount
considering possible cost over runs on the other projects.
Following discussion the consensus of the Board was that Mr. Griffin's approach to use
the baseball field for the courts and fund the project through the DST was a very good
solution to allow the City to move forward with the courts.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee Page 3
Minutes of Workshop Meeting of June 26, 2017
A motion to follow Mr. Griffin's revised plans and funding source was made by Ms.
Webster, seconded by Ms. Gilroy and passed unanimously by voice vote.
Mr. Sims called for public input on the Pickle Ball Courts; hearing none he continued
with the agenda.
Item C: Playground Inspections Update
Ms. Hernandez reported that the inspections were performed on June 14th and 15tH
The reports are being prepared by the inspector and will be presented to the Committee
at the next meeting.
Mr. Sims called for public input on the Playground Inspections; hearing none he
continued with the agenda.
Item D. Dog Park Status
June 14th City Council Draft Minutes
Ms. Hernandez reported that four benches are awaiting installation; no smoking signs
have been placed in the park; no personal property has been added to the instructional
signage; the ADA water fountain with dog bowl should be ordered this week; a picnic
table will be placed outside the dog park fence; the procurement of an ADA picnic table
is being looked into; Public Works will be installing a shade structure and replacing the
sod in the sand areas. She stated that she checked and Code Enforcement cannot
monitor the use of the parking lot. The park was inspected by staff and it was
determined that it is in compliance with ADA standards.
Ms. Gilroy stated that she has visited the park on a number of occasions and is
impressed with what it offers. She reported that she visited with a number of residents
while there and they expressed how much they enjoy it. She stated that more shade
would be helpful and that is being addressed by the proposed structure. She concluded
by stating that she views it as a treasure.
Mr. Sims called for public input on the Dog Park. He asked anyone wishing to speak to
come forward.
Mr. John Tenerowicz, 310 South Wimbrow, reported that there are still some lights out
along the walking path on Easy Street. Regarding the dog park, car stops on the south
side need to be repined, the parking lot needs to be resurfaced, two additional
handicapped spaces need to be installed, something needs to be done to prevent
driving on the walk path around the lake, and steps need to be taken to make owners
control their dogs upon exiting the park, not let them run loose and into his yard.
Hamilton Edwards, 182 Easy Street, thanked Ms. Hernandez for her report. He asked if
those who use the park could have input on where the benches are placed to take full
advantage of the shade. He noted that there is no water fountain in the small dog park
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee Page 4
Minutes of Workshop Meeting of June 26, 2017
and asked if one that is lower to the ground to accommodate their smaller size could be
installed. He suggested contacting the Eagle Scouts to determine if they could
construct some more benches at a reduced cost to the City.
Mr. Sims asked if there is opportunity for public input at this time. Ms. Hernandez
responded that regarding the water fountain, it is in progress, and she will verify that it
will accommodate the small dogs. She reiterated her previous requests that the public
use the Suggestion Box to make their thoughts know. She stated that the input so far
has been very helpful to staff.
Ms. Ashton, 11375 Kashi Court, expressed her appreciation for the City's efforts on
behalf of the dog park supporters. Ms. Ashton asked if the public could have input as to
location of the benches. Following a detailed discussion it was agreed that possibly
meeting with Ms. Hernandez or the Parks Supervisor, on a Wednesday morning when
he is at the park, to explain the desired location would be an option. Ms. Ashton stated
that making the benches movable would allow the users to locate them as necessary for
shade. Ms. Ashton expressed concern that although there are No Smoking Signs
people are still smoking in the park. She also asked about the shaded structure's
location. Ms. Hernandez responded she was not positive about its location but thought
it may be installed in such a way that it would serve both sides of the park. Mr. Sims
reiterated the public use the suggestion box or visit the park on Wednesday morning
and speak with the Parks Supervisor with their suggestions on location of the items
being installed.
Mr. Sims called for any further public input; hearing none he continued with the agenda
7. New Business — None
8. Public Input
Mr. Sims called for Public Input. He requested that anyone wishing to speak to come
forward at this time.
Jim Sunnycalb, Sebastian, requested that the handicapped tables outside the park not
be placed where smoke will impact those entering the park, to provide receptacles for
cigarette butts and possibly plant a tree for shade. He requested that the trail around
the lake be sprayed for weeds and grass; install a doggie bag dispenser along the trail;
install distance signs along the trail so people will know how far they have walked. The
boardwalk behind City Hall requires cleaning and maintenance. Install doggie bag
dispensers at the Yacht Club to accommodate those visiting the area who bring their
dogs. He asked for the status of the Pete Harris plaque. Ms. Hernandez responded
that she is aware it was ordered and received. She stated she will investigate when it
will be installed. Regarding the light installed at the Easy Street Park fountain, there are
a variety of colored lenses available that could be installed to recognize different
causes. He stated that he has observed that people are really enjoying the fountain and
the light.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
Minutes of Workshop Meeting of June 26, 2017
Page 5
Mr. Sims called for anyone else wishing to speak; hearing none he continued with the
agenda.
9. Staff Matters — None
10. Board or Committee Member Matters — None
11. Items for Next Aqenda and Date — The next meeting date is July 24, 2017
12. Adiiourn Chairman Sims called for any further business, hearing none he
adjourned the meeting at 6:57 pm.
By:
Matthew Sims, Chairman
Parks and Recreation Committee
s/m
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
Meeting of July 24, 2017
Unfinished Business:
Agenda Item B
Site
Issues
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Airport
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ADA
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Surface
Airport
Non -Compliant
PG
Airport
Head Entrapment
Body of Plane
Airport
Drop Test Results
N/A
Corrective Action Priority Notes
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Correll; Grass is not an accessible or compliant safety surfacing. 3
Playground needs updated age appropriate and warning labels.
Opening of Red needs to be closed to under 3.5 inches (head entrapment
on body of plane) 4
Drop Tart passed; Gmax values do not exceed 200 & HIC values do not
exceed 1000 from the drop height. None
Site
Issues
Part
Corrective Action
Priority
Notes
Stairs; 5 to 12
Barber Street Sports Complex
Damaged
modular unit
Replace
2
Not applicable;
5 to 12
Barber -Street Sports Complex
Missing
modular unit
Replace
2
Stair ;5 to 12
Barber Street Sports Complex
Corrosion
modular unit
Replace
2
Ladder; 5 to 12
"Missing entire piece, opening is
Barber Street Sports Complex
Missing
modular unit
Replace
1 -High
a straight drop off."
"There is so much rust and
damage to decks, this unit
Entire unit; 5
feels unsafe -recommend
to 12 modular
complete overhaul or closing
Barber Street Sports Complex
Dangerous
unit
Close
1 -High
on this piece."
Not applicable;
Barber Street Sports Complex
Trip hazard
Pirate ship
Cut back
5 - Low
Coating; Pirate
Barber Street Sports Complex
Separating
ship
Repair
4
Not applicable;
Barber Street Sports Complex
Missing
Pirate ship
Replace
S - Low
5 hook; Tot
-
3 -
Barber Street Sports Complex
BarberStreetSportsComplex
Non Compliant
swing
Close
Medium
S hook; Belt
3 -
Barber Street Sparts Complex
Non Compliant
swing
Clean
Medium
Hardware; Belt
Barber Street Sparts Complex
Rusted
swing
Inform staff
4
Not applicable;
Safety surface
Barber Street Sports Complex
Insufficient Surface Depth
Pirate Ship
Add surface level
2
"Sand is not recommended for
this high of a fall height [and] is
Not applicable;
not considered an accessible
Barber Street Sports Complex
N/A (See Comments)
Safety surface
Correct
1 -High
surface."
Pirate Ship
Gmax exceeds 200; 206
Barber Street Sports Complex.
Drop Test Results
near Coil Slide
HIC exceeds 1000; 1246.5
Site Issues
Blossom Street Park
Low Frequency /ADA
Blossom Street Park
Missing
Blossom Street Park
Rusted
Blossom Street Park
Insufficient area
Blossom Street Park
Worn
Blossom Street Park
Worn
Blossom Street Park Broken
Blossom Street Park Drop Test Results
Part Corrective Action Priority Notes
"Needs updated age appropriate and warning labels. Sign at front says 2 These notes are under "general
Accessible to 5, but there are belt swings on the swing. Tot seats should be on a 2 inspection comments" in Low
Route to 5 swing." Freq. & ADA inspection.
Hardware;
Modular unit
Replace
5 -Low
Deck; Modular
3 -
-unit
unit
Repair
Medium
Legs; Belt
3 -
swing
Correct
Medium
Seat; Belt
swing
Replace
q
Hardware; Belt
3 -
swing
Replace
Medium
Coating; Safety
surface
Repair
5 -Low
Drop Test passed; Gmax values do not exceed 200 & HIC values do not
N/A
exceed 1000 from the drop height.
None
Site
Issues
Pan
Corrective Action
Accessible
Bryant Court Park
ADA
Route
"No accessible path to play area."
Bryant Court Park
Low Frequency
PG
"Playground needs updated age appropriate and warning labels."
Coating;
Bryant Court Park
Damaged
Modular Unit
Replace
Coating; Safety
Bryant Court Park
Separating
Surface
Repair
Near coil
climber & near
Bryant Court Park
Drop Test Results
float station
Priority Notes
These notes are under"general
inspection comments" in ADA
inspection.
These notes are under"general
inspection comments' in Low
Freq. inspection.
5 - Low
3 -
Medium
Site Issues Part Corrective Action Priority Notes
Community
Center
Insufficient loose rubber
Fall Zones
"CPSC recommends 6 inches of loose rubber in all fall zones."
Community
Center
Trip hazard
Border
Tighten 5 -Low
Community
Center
Trip hazard
Safety Surface
Cut back 5 - Low
Drop Test passed; Gmax values do not exceed 200 & HIC values do not
Community
Center
Drop Test Results
N/A
exceed 1000 from the drop height. None
These notes are under "general
inspection Comments" in Low
Freq. inspection.
Site Issues
Easy Street Park Low Frequency
Easy Street Park Insufficient area
Easy Street Park Insufficient Surface Depth
Easy Street Park Drop Test Results
Part
Corrective Action
Priority
Notes
These notes are under "general
inspection comments" in Low
PG
"Playground needs updated age appropriate and warning labels."
Freq. inspection.
Plastic slide;
3 -
-Modular
Modular unit
Increase surface size
Medium
"Needs at least 72 inches."
Coating; Safety
3-
"Stickers on posts show where
surface
Add surface level
Medium
surfacing level should be."
Drop Test passed; Gmax values do not exceed 200 & HIC values do not
N/A
exceed 1000 from the drop height.
None
Filbert Street Park
Filbert Street Park
Filbert Street Park
Filbert Street Park
Filbert Street Park
Filbert Street Park
Issues
Corrective Action
Priority Notes
These notes are under "general
Inspection comments" in Low
Freq. inspection.
These notes are under "general
inspection comments" in ADA
inspection.
"Gap on bracket is a possible
entanglement. Suggest fixing
1 -High immediately."
4
3 -
Medium
4
Not applicable;
Filbert Street Park N/A (See Comments) Safety surface Replace 2
Drop Test passed; Gmax values do not exceed 200 & HIC values do not
Filbert Street Park Drop Test Results N/A exceed 1000 from the drop height. None
Safety Surface
"Both swings need safety surfacing as soon as possible. Park needs
Low Frequency
& PG
updated age appropriate and warning labels."
Accessible
Route &
"No accessible route to play areas. Sand is not considered an accessible
ADA
Surface
surfacing."
Plastic slide;
Entanglement
Modular Unit
Repair
Entire unit;
Rusted
Modular Unit
Repair
S hook; Belt
Non Compliant
swing
Replace
Entire unit;
Rusted
Belt swing
Remove rust
Priority Notes
These notes are under "general
Inspection comments" in Low
Freq. inspection.
These notes are under "general
inspection comments" in ADA
inspection.
"Gap on bracket is a possible
entanglement. Suggest fixing
1 -High immediately."
4
3 -
Medium
4
Not applicable;
Filbert Street Park N/A (See Comments) Safety surface Replace 2
Drop Test passed; Gmax values do not exceed 200 & HIC values do not
Filbert Street Park Drop Test Results N/A exceed 1000 from the drop height. None
Site
Issues
Friendship Park Boys & Girls Club Low Frequency
Friendship Park Boys & Girls Club
Friendship Park Boys & Girls Club
Friendship Park Boys & Girls Club
Friendship Park Boys & Girls Club
Friendship Park Boys & Girls Club
Friendship Park Boys & Girls Club
ADA
Broken
Rusted
Dirty
Missing
Drop Test Results
Part
Corrective Action
Priority
Notes
These notes are under "general
inspection comments' in Low
PG
"Playground needs updated age appropriate and warning labels."
Freq. inspection.
These notes are under "general
"PG passes this ADA audit. EFW needs to be maintained to be compliant
inspection comments" in ADA
EWF
so that entrance has less than 1/4" drop into surfacing."
None
inspection.
Plastic slide;
Modular Unit
Replace
2
Deck; Modular
g.
Unit
Repair
Medium
Crawltube;
Modular Unit
Clean
5 -Low
Hardware;
Modular Unit
Replace
4
Drop Test passed; Gmax values do not exceed 200 & HIC values do not
N/A
exceed 1000 from the drop height.
None
Site
George Street Park
George Street Park
George Street Park
George Street Park
George Street Park
George Street Park
Issues
Part
Corrective Action
Priority
Notes
Route &
inspection comments" in ADA
ADA
Accessible
Update
Inspection.
Age appropriate and warning labels, sand isn't recommended
PG
inspection comments' in Low.
f/ fall height
Safety Surface
Update
Freq. inspection.
Plastic slide;
Cracking
Modular unit
Repair
5 -Low
Handrail;
Rusted
Modular unit
Remove rust
4
3 -
Worn
Seat; Swing
Replace
Medium
Drop Test passed; Gmax values do not exceed 200 & HIC values do not
Drop Test Results
N/A
exceed 1000 from the drop height.
None
Site
Hardee Park
Hardee Park
Hardee Park
Hardee Park
Hardee Park
Part Corrective Action
Accessible
Route & Loose "No accessible route to PG. Loose rubber needs to be maintained so that
ADA Rubber the drop from the sidewalk/entrance to surfacing is> 1/4 of an inch."
Insufficient loose rubber Fall Zones "CPSC recommends 6 inches of loose rubber in all fall zones."
Non Compliant Seat; swing Replace
3 -
Insufficient area Legs; swing Remove Medium
Drop Test passed; Gmax values do not exceed 200 & HIC values do not
Drop Test Results N/A exceed 1000 from the drop height. None
Notes
These notes are under"general
inspection comments" in ADA
Inspection.
These notes are under"general
inspection comments' in Low
Freq. inspection.
4
Site
Issues _
Part
Corrective Action
Priority
Notes
These notes are under "general
Accessible
inspection comments" in ADA
Riverview Park
ADA
Surface
"Sand is not an accessible surface."
inspection.
Stairs; 5 to 12
Riverview Park
Insufficient area
Modular unit
Increase surface size
5 -Low
Plastic slide;
Riverview Park
Cracking
Modular unit
Replace
5 -Low
Not applicable;
5 to 12
Riverview Park
Missing
Modular unit
Replace
5- Low
Handrail; 5 to
'Space between deck and rail
12 Modular
needs to be closed to under 3.5
Riverview Park
Head entrapment
unit
Close
1 -High
inches."
Plastic slide; S
to 12 Modular
Riverview Park
Insufficient area
unit
Increase surface size
q
Hardware; 5 to
12 Modular
Riverview Park
Entanglement
unit
Cut back
2
Hardware; 5 to
12 Modular
-
3 -
Riverview Park
RiverviewPark
Rusted
unit
Remove rust
Medium
Deck; 5 to 12
Riverview Park
Non Compliant
Modular unit
Replace
None
Hardware; 2 to
Riverview Park
Non Compliant
5 Modular unit
Cut back
5 - Low
Decks 2 to 5
Riverview Park
Non Compliant
Modular unit
Replace
None
Drop Test passed; Groan, values do not exceed 200 & HIC values do not
Riverview Park
Drop Test Results
N/A
exceed 1000 from the drop height.
None
Site Issues
Schumann Park
ADA
Schumann Park
Non Compliant
Schumann Park
Cracking
Schumann Park
Loose
Schumann Park
Drop Test Results
Part Corrective Action
Priority Notes
These notes are under "general
"Loose fill needs to be maintained so that ramp and surfacing have not
inspection comments" in ADA
Loose Fill
greater than 1/4 inch drop."
inspection.
Entire unit;
3 -
Modular unit
Add New Labels
Medium
Coating;
3 -
.Modular
Modular unit
Repair
Medium
Hardware;
Modular unit
Tighten
5 -Low
Drop Test passed; Gmax values do not exceed 200 & HIC values do not
N/A
exceed 1000 from the drop height.
None
Site
Splash Pad
Splash Pad
Issues
ADA
Broken
Part Corrective Action Priority Notes
These notes are under"general
"ADA access to splash pad passes. The accessible path was the only thing inspection comments" in ADA
N/A checked." None inspection.
Green Spray "Green spray unit was not
Unit Needs Maintenance 5 -Low working at time of inspection."