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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08222005 RECJ crryoF HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES MONDAY, AUGUST 22, 2005 — 5:00 P.M. CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1225 MAIN STREET, SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 1. Chairman Ingui called the meeting to order at 5:08 p.m. 2. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 3. ROLL CALL Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Members William Ingui, Chairman Michelle Merlin Kevin Miller Gary Barth (Alternate) Jessica Keaton was absent. Staff Members Chris McCarthy, Parks and Recreation Superintendent Sally Maio, City Clerk 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — JULY 25.2005 Chairman Ingui welcomed new member, Kevin Miller, District D, to the meeting and briefly reviewed the recent activities of the committee as set out in the minutes. Motion by Merlin/Barth to approve the July 25, 2005 Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee minutes carried on a voice vote of 4-0. 5. OLD BUSINESS - None. 6. NEW BUSINESS 1) Community Center Discussion per Council meeting comments Chairman Ingui reiterated that he had made a pitch for the old City Council Chambers for use by Kathy Falzone for recreation purposes. Mr. McCarthy reported that the proposed Recreation Leader position had made it through the August Council budget workshop without being cut, and that no further action will be taken on use of the old Engineering/Public Works/Chambers building until it is vacated by the current departments. j Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee August 22, 2005 Page Two Mr. McCarthy reported that there is no funding proposed at this time for a community center. Discussion followed on the Boys and Girls Club and mention of them adding a gymnasium at a later time that would be available to the public, as noted at the August 10, 2005 Council meeting by Mr. Stringer. Discussion took place on the Ohlmstead building (former Walmart/Bealls Outlet store) that was suggested by the committee as a community center. The City Clerk noted that the site is not in the City limits. Mr. McCarthy stated that the City owns 33 acres in the south end of town and perhaps this site could be looked at as a location for a community center. Mr. Miller reported on the Micco Community Center as an example of what is needed. 2) Cain House response from Council Chairman Ingui asked if Mr. McCarthy had heard of any further activity from staff on the committee's recommendation and Council's concurrence with contacting Sears, Lowes, Home Depot, This Old House, etc. for assistance with Cain House improvements and Mr. McCarthy said he was unaware of anything. Chairman Ingui said he would contact the City Manager and asked if he prepares the letters, would the City Manager put them on City letterhead. Mr. Miller recommended putting an information packet together with photos and cost estimates to send with the letters. Chairman Ingui suggested Mr. Stadelman be contacted to see if he would like to look at the building, to give the committee some ideas which would help the committee put the information packet together. Mr. McCarthy said he had not heard anything further from the City Manager on the direction to be taken with the Cain House and would contact him. 3) Nominate and appoint a new vice -chair Motion by Mr. Barth/Miller to appoint Michelle Merlin as vice -chair carried on a voice vote of 4-0. 7) INPUT FROM THE PUBLIC None. 8) MEMBERS' COMMENTS Mr. Miller asked about the proposed splash fountain and Mr. McCarthy said staff is working on the bid for the splash fountain and restrooms for Riverview Park West at this time. It was noted that Council had taken no action on the Riverview Park West conceptual and other than the splash fountain and restrooms which were part of the original FRDAP grant, other uses for that section will probably come back to Council. 2 Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee August 22, 2005 Page Three Chairman Ingui asked about a stage for the park area east of Indian River Drive and Mr. McCarthy reported that staff is considering a mobile stage that can be used in other areas as well, although there is nothing budgeted at this time. Chairman Ingui briefly discussed playground safety issues that have been discussed in recent newspaper articles and as recommended some time ago by this committee. 9) STAFF COMMENTS Mr. McCarthy said he had applied for a Division of Forestry Grant, which would replace trees damaged by hurricanes in various city parks and would find out this week if it had been granted. 10) SET NEXT MEETING DATE AND AGENDA The next meeting was set for its regular schedule of September 26, 2005 at 5 pm. Chairman Ingui said the committee's homework was to: • prepare letters inquiring about assistance with rebuilding the Cain House • fill out the Boys and Girls Club Needs Assessment and each member will send individually • contact Mr. Stadelman for September. The City Clerk briefly explained a plan to conduct a holiday parade on Saturday, December 5, 2005 on Indian River Drive from Main Street to Riverview Park and festivities in the park from 6 pm to 9 pm. She said the idea had received the blessing of Council but further details had to be worked out. She said the Chamber, Sebastian Womens' Club, Sebastian Property Owners, and some city staff were putting together a committee and invited any members of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee to participate. Ms. Merlin said she would be interested in helping out. 11) Being no further business, Chairman Ingui adjourned the meeting at 5:47 p.m. Approved September 26, 2005' , Chairman. 3 City of Sebastian 1225 MAIN STREET ❑ SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958 TELEPHONE (561) 589-5490 ❑ FAX (561) 589-6209 AGENDA CITY OF SEBASTIAN RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE August 22, 2005 5:00 PM 1) Call Meeting to Order 2) Pledge of Allegiance 3) Roll Call 4) Approval of Minutes — July 25, 2005 5) Old Business: None 6) New Business 1) Community Center Discussion per Council meeting comments 2) Cain house response from Council 3) Nominate and appoint a new vice-chairman 7) Input from Public 8) Member comments 9) Staff Comments 10) Set next meeting date and agenda 11) 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.