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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08072000 TREE/"kN /OW) 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 AUGUST 7, 2000 5:30 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. 3. ROLL CALL. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular Meeting of July 3, 2000 5. ANNOUNCEMENTS: None 6. OLD BUSINESS: (40*6� 1) Continue Discussion of Model Planting - John Almada 2) Discuss shade house operations - Kathy Fulton 7. NEW BUSINESS: 1) Discuss preliminary outline for Arbor Day 2001. 2) Discuss projects with Boy Scouts. 3) Discuss update of projects. 4) Discuss ideas for agenda Items from board members. 8. PUBLIC COMMENT. 9. CHAIRMAN MATTERS. 10. MEMBER MATTERS. 11. STAFF MATTERS. 12. ADJOURNMENT. ANY PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE ON THE ABOVE MATTERS, WILL NEED A RECORD OF TIE PROCEEDINGS AND MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WMCH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH APPEAL IS TO BE HEARD. SAID APPEAL MUST BE FILED WITH TIE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE WITHIN TEN DAYS OF THE DATE OF ACTION. (286.0105 F.S). IN COMPLIANCE %= THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA), ANYONE WHO NEEDS SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THIS MEETING SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY'S ADA COORDINATOR AT (407)-589-5330 AT LEAST 48 HOURS PRIOR TO THIS MEETING. TWO OR MORE ELECTED OFFICIALS MAY BE IN ATTENDANCE. 0 loob� CITY OF SEBASTIAN TREE ADVISORY BOARD MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 7, 2000 Chmn. Cardinale called the meeting to order at 5:34 pm. The Pledge of Allegiance was said. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Beverly T -Bella) Chmn. Cardinale Ruth Davies EXCUSED ABSENCE: Anne Dann ALSO PRESENT: Chris McCarthy, Parks Department Ann Brack, Recording Secretary John Almada, Advisor APPROVAL OF MINUTES: (713100) to , Cf'ir�# ttit-�,u (BOAR -- P"ef �•� li't ti �i� f_.`e \:: ti. a�: .._'... �••;,•�I'—c•_•.ss-a� 3sam Lynn Albury VC Cathy Fulton Cathy Fulton objected to the notation of unexcused absence on 713100 and commented that she never received notification of the meeting. Other members agreed, and it was determined that the correction would be made to indicate "Excused absence". MOTION by Chmn. Cardinale/Davies I move that we approve the minutes with the change to the absences, and we approve the minutes for the regular meeting of July 3`d, 2000. A voice vote was taken. 5 — 0, motion carried. ANNOUNCEMENTS: None OLD BUSINESS: 1) Continue Discussion of Landscaping on City Hall property — John Almada John Almada submitted copies of his suggestion for new landscaping around the grounds of the main building and employee parking lot. It was discussed briefly, and the members will review it after the meeting. 2) Discuss shade house operations — Kathy Fulton /41�N Kathy gave her report and noted that the plants are doing well. v .& TREE ADVISORY BOARD MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF AUGUST 7, 2000 Volunteers for the upcoming months are as follows: August - Ruth Davies September - Lynn Albury October - Beverly T -Bell November - Chmn. Charles Cardinale December - Kathy Fulton It was suggested that it is time to fertilize the plants. It was noted that the key will be passed to Lynn at the end of August. NEW BUSINESS: 1) Discuss preliminary outline for Arbor Day 2001 Beverly T -Bell offered her ideas on this event. There was discussion on the date for the Arbor Day ceremony, and it was tentatively set for either the 19th (Friday) or the 20th (Saturday). It was also discussed to have it at 3:00 pm if on Friday, and at 10:00 am if on Saturday. Beverly suggested developing a theme, and it was also noted that there needs to be better publicity this year. It was suggested to ask the City Manager to include Arbor Day information in the quarterly newsletter. The Chamber of Commerce was also mentioned as an outlet for publicity. The selection of a ceremony location was discussed, and it was determined to use the City Hall property in conjunction with the new landscaping. Blossom Park was selected as a second choice. Chris interjected that a new irrigation system must be installed before plants are purchased. The subject of securing clergy for the invocation was covered, and also contacting the American Legion for the color guard. There was discussion about donations for trees, and the comment was made that if the ceremony takes place on City Hall property, donations would not be needed. John Almada suggested contacting the different tree and plant nurseries in the area for a possible donation of trees. Chmn. Cardinale noted that the Pelican Island Garden Club has been providing refreshments for the past couple of years, and he provided the name of the president. The subject of guest speakers was also covered and it was suggested that an attempt should be made to invite Dale Armstrong, Forester, along with the Mayor and City Manager. Lynn Albury will proceed with the school poster contest. The Chairman requested that Peter Kahle, and the Eco -group from Pelican Island Elementary School be invited to this event. 2) Discuss projects with Boy Scouts Chmn. Cardinale informed the Board that on August 19th, between 9:30 and 10:00 am, Joe Collins and his Boy Scout group will be here to help the Board upgrade the Model Planting site by adding more mulch and weeding the site, and straighten the shale edging. He noted that they will need some tools. 2 %40011) /`'M'6\ TREE ADVISORY BOARD MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF AUGUST 7, 2000 Chris asked about funds for the mulch for this project and it was discussed. 3) Discuss update of projects The written update presented by the Chairman was reviewed. Chris commented on his lack of funds for several items on this list, and he was advised to see Mr. Moore. Chris also noted that the Florida Privet and the Paroutis Palms have arrived and will be planted quickly. Weeding at the Kroegel Statue was discussed. The meeting was adjourned by the Chairman at 6:55 pm. ka (8/90/00 AB)