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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03062000 TREE/AW) City of Sebastian 1225 MAIN STREET 0 SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958 TELEPHONE (561) 589-5537 0 FAX (561) 589-2566 AGENDA TREE ADVISORY BOARD REGULAR MEETING MONDAY MARCH 6, 2000 5:30 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. 3. ROLL CALL. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular meeting of February 7, 2000 5. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Additional thank you letters, for Arbor Day, were sent out at the chairman's request. 6. PRESENTAION: Member of Florida Yards 7. NEW BUSINESS: Blossom Park: Discuss Suggestions, for park, made by Ellen Stewart Work Plan for 2000: Discuss preliminary plan and make suggestions 8. OLD BUSINESS: Shade House Operations: Review schedule Model Planting: Discuss implementing suggested plan 9. PUBLIC COMMENT. 10. CHAIRMAN MATTERS. 11. MEMBER MATTERS. 12. STAFF MATTERS. 13. ADJOURNMENT. ANY PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE ON THE ABOVE MATTERS, WILL NEED A RECORD OF TBE PROCEEDINGS AND MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT VERBATIM RECORD OF TBE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES TBE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH APPEAL IS TO BE LARD. SAID APPEAL MUST BE FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE WITHIN TEN DAYS OF THE DATE OFACTION. (286.0105 F.S). IN COMPLIANCE WITH TBEAMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA), ANYONE WHO NEEDS SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THIS MEETING SHOULD CONTACT TIE CITY'S ADA 400"N COORDINATOR AT (407)-589-5330 AT LEAST 48 HOURS PRIOR TO THIS MEETING. TWO OR MORE ELECTED OFFICIALS MAYBE IN ATTENDANCE. r City of Sebastian 1225 MAIN STREET 0 SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958 TELEPHONE (561) 589-5537 0 FAX (561) 589-2566 PUBLIC MEETING The Tree Advisory Board of the City of Sebastian, Indian River County, Florida, will hold their Regular meeting on Monday March 6, 2000, in the City Council Chambers at 5:30 p.m. L-Oai�� Dawn M. Hass, Secretary Tree Advisory Board NOTE: IF ANY PERSONS DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE ON THE ABOVE MATTERS, HE/SHE MAY NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS, AND FOR SUCH PURPOSES, HE/SHE MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY IN EVIDENCE ON WHICH THE APPEAL IS BASED. NOTE: 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 THE MEETING. W. CITY OF SEBASTIAN TREE ADVISORY BOARD MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING MARCH 6, 2000 Chairman Cardinale called the meeting to order at 5:33 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was said. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Chmn. Cardinale Ruth Davies VC Cathy Fulton ALSO PRESENT: Terrence Moore, City Manager Chris McCarthy, Parks Department Ann Brack, Recording Secretary John Almada, Advisor APPROVAL OF MINUTES: (217/00) MOTION by Davies/Dann Lynn Albury Anne Dann I make a motion to approve the minutes of February 7h. A voice vote was taken. Motion carried 5 — 0. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Chmn. Cardinale indicated that additional thank you letters were sent to Joe Collins, George Anderson, and Fran Adams for their participation in Arbor Day. PRESENTATION: Member of Florida Yards Sherri Shipley, an advisor for the Florida Yards program, was present and gave a brief presentation on ecosystems as affected by storm water run off. NEW BUSINESS: 1. Blossom Park: Discussion on suggestions by Ellen Stewart. Ms. Ellen Stewart was present and indicated that her desire is to see this park cleaned up. She noted that several other residents of her street are in attendance today. Ms. Helena Aiello of Seneca Street also spoke of cleaning up the park, keeping it /am*#1 TREE ADVISORY BOARD MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 6, 2000 natural, and possibly more trees and grass. She indicated that the neighbors do not want any benches or structures at this site. Mr. Leslie Peters of Blossom Drive spoke of the small size of Blossom Park, and suggested that sod be placed in this park since soil is piled up there. He also suggested that maintenance needs to be done more than four (4) times a year. Mr. Moore thanked all residents for attending this meeting. He indicated that when the present construction in this area is completed, enhancement of Blossom Park will be done, possibly with sod and additional trees, etc. He suggested another session could be held at a later date to discuss types of plants that residents desire. Mr. Peters suggested minimal improvements, simplicity, and ease of maintenance. He offered other suggestions. There was consensus of the Board to agree with Mr. Moore's plan to proceed with Park improvements after the present area construction is completed. John Almada suggested leaving the wild flower areas as they are, and placing sod in other areas. Chmn. Cardinale indicated that he would compile a list of issues presented today and discuss it at a future meeting, with Mr. Peters in attendance. Shirley Kilkelly suggested saving the "Sun Dew" plant that grows in the sand at this Park. Chris McCarthy commented that the soil that piled up at this Park would probably be removed, but his Department would have no problem making suggested improvements. John Almada suggested that Board members look at this Park to determine the most advantage placement of additional plants. It was also noted that Blossom Park's lake is a retention pond. 2. Work Plan for 2000: Discuss preliminary plan and make suggestions. Chmn. Cardinale referred to the seven (7) items he listed on a handout, and suggested discussion. 1. Arbor Day - John Almada suggested that the time of day for this ceremony be changed to 4:00 p.m. There was discussion on this issue. He also suggested inviting the local nurseries to participate with a tree donation for which they would be recognized. There was more discussion. Mr. Moore commented on this discussion. Chmn. Cardinale commented that the Arbor Day ceremony needs better press coverage than it received this year. 2 �'`1 TREE ADVISORY BOARD MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 26, 2000 There was discussion about contacting teachers in local schools for an essay contest in the Fall of this year. MOTION by Cardinale/Davies I would like to make a motion that we rearrange some of the things on the agenda to discuss model planting at this time. A voice vote was taken. 5 — 0 motion carried. 2. Model Planting Chmn. Cardinale noted that as of his last conversation with George Anderson at the High School, Mr. Anderson's class would be interested in helping with the physical planting of this area at City Hall. John Almada commented that this planting area will be strategically located for home owners and builders to view with some uncommon plants that grow locally and could become popular, and also beautify the City grounds. He also indicated that he would welcome a professional design opinion on this plan. Another of his suggestions was to create an informational folder identifying all the plants at this site. A plaque with a directory was also suggested identifying the plant selections. There was more discussion on this issue. The issue of an irrigation system was briefly mentioned. Chris McCarthy gave information on this issue. Chmn. Cardinale will contact Janice Broda and Sally Gore for their input on John's layout design. Mr. Moore suggested that the issue of benches should be addressed after the planting is complete. The Board members agreed. Chris suggested that after he receives the final order to proceed, it should take him approximately two (2) months to complete the project. He noted that obtaining these plants may take the longest amount of time. MOTION by Cardinale/Davies 1 would like to make a motion to go ahead and approve the preliminary design that John Almada has put forth pending changes recommended by experts. A voice vote was taken. 5 — 0 motion carred. Chmn. Cardinale commented that the Boy Scouts and the High School class may help with the planting with advance notice. 3 TREE ADVISORY BOARD MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 6, 2000 Mr. Moore left the meeting at this point. 3. Pepper Bashing It was suggested that Chris McCarthy develop a list of city properties that could have pepper trees eradicated, and it will be discussed at a future meeting. 4. Display at library John Almada agreed to do the display at the library possibly in October, or when it is available. 5. KIRB There was brief discussion on this organization. Ruth Davies agreed to obtain some pamphlets. 6. Shadehouse Operations Chmn. Cardinale noted that Dottie McCue has volunteered for another month at the High School shadehouse. PUBLIC COMMENT: Shirley Kilkelly commented on Article XIII of the Land Development Code. She noted that there is no explanation for a "protected tree' . (This definition is in Article XXII, Language and Definitions.) Anne Dann commented that the Carrotwood tree will soon be on the undesirable list. Anne Putman commented that a historical tree must be at least fifty (50) years old. Shirley Kilkelly noted that there are about ninety (90) coffee plant seedlings at the High School greenhouse. CHAIRMAN MATTERS: Chmn. Cardinale asked the members for ideas to be included on the annual workplan. MEMBER MATTERS: Cathy Fulton noted that she has been selected to be a member of the CR 512 Task Force, and the first public hearing is scheduled for Wednesday. The Task Force will be presenting some suggestions and changes about landscaping, enforcement, and median. Cathy noted that she will call the City and verify Wednesday's public hearing. 4 TREE ADVISORY BOARD MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 6, 2000 STAFF MATTERS: Chris McCarthy commented that a resident on the comer of Atlantis Terrace and Barber Street who requested red cedars to extended down to her house. He noted that pines are planted in that same area and would have to be moved around the comer. There was brief discussion on this issue. There was consensus of this Board to leave the pines where they are presently planted. Chmn. Cardinale adjourned the meeting at 7:10 p.m. (3/22/00 A8)