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09-12-1984 . It . . o o I CITY OF EDGEWATER Parks and Recreation Board September 12, 1984 Minutes Chairman Jones called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. in the Community Center. ROLL CALL Members present: Mrs. Begel, Messrs. Montgomery and Jones. Excused: Mr. Sheridan. Absent: Mr. Richards. Also present: Mr. David Garrett, Recreational Director and Mrs. Taylor, Secretary. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion to approve the minutes of the August 8, 1984 meeting was made by Mr. Montgomery and seconded by Mrs. Begel. The motion CARRIED 3-0. OLD BUSINESS Bike path - Mr. Garrett said that the City's proposal for the bike path on Park Avenue has been delivered to the County for their approval this date. Councilwoman Bennington was present and advised that she has talked with the p ople from the County and was told that after they get the plans it will be a matter of just a couple of days to get approval. Menard-May Park Final Plans - Councilwoman Bennington reported that the City Engineer indicated that these plans will be complete by the end of the week. Mr. Garrett advised that once they are received they need to get D.N.R. and Council approval, after which it will be let for bids. Land for City Parks - Mr. Jones explained that the Board has been trying to locate property which will be suitable for parks. Mrs. Begel asked about those locations which the Board did look at which belong to the_City. Mr. Garrett discussed the map received from the School Board which provided the count of the school-age children in specific areas. It was pointed out that there are over 200 more children enrolled in the school this year. Mr. Don Bennington, present in the audience, asked if anyone has considered looking at land south of Florida Shores, in the County, for a recreational complex. He suggested that this would probably be less costly than land within the City. Councilwoman Bennington reminded the members of the recreational impact fee money, which is above $71,000 to date. Mrs. Begel asked if Mr. Collier Clark with the Division of Recreation and Parks was contacted about speaking to the Board members. Mrs. Taylor advised that she has talked to Mr. Clark. He is tied up now with other committments but will contact us about a date to speak to the Board. CORRESPONDENCE - The members reviewed the letter from the City Clerk concerning ~oting conflicts. JOINT MEETING - with Halloween House organizers - Mrs. Kay Bennington was asked by Mr. Jones to take over this discussion. Mr. Garrett introduced Mr. and Mrs. Gregory, who have offered to help with the Halloween House plans. Mrs. Candy Janda, a guest of Susan Wadsworth, was introduced to the Board. Mrs. Bennington said that the group had met a week ago and had determined the types of categories - the judging contest would be for the scariest and the most original for three age groups: age 5 and under, 6 through 12, and age 13 and up. There will be two winners out of each group, and two overall winners. Trophys will be given. Mr. Garrett explained that there will be a flatbed truck in front of the Community Center and a parade will go past the judges, prizes will be awarded and then the Halloween House will be opened. Mrs. Bennington noted that McDonalds have agreed to donate costumes, food and drink, prizes and balloons for the event. They will also provide lunches for those people setting up the props, Monday through Thursday. t 1 o Q ~ . I Those present continued with the arrangements for the event. Mrs. Wadsworth advised the cost of the trophys. It was noted that the school children will do posters and McDonalds will judge them. Councilwoman Bennington said that ten of the JayCees have volunteered to take part in the affair. The Community Center has been reserved for three days to give time to prepare the Halloween House. Mr. Garrett explained how the hall will be laid out. The group agreed to continue with the plans on the following Wednesday and will meet at the Shuffleboard Clubhouse. MISCELLANEOUS Mr. Jones raised the idea of having a wind surfing class sponsored by the Recreation Department. Another suggestion was to have community dances which would do much to bring together both the young and older people in the community. Mr. Garrett said that Edgewater and New Smyrna Beach soccer teams will be playing each other. The meeting was adjourned at 8:50 p.m. Minutes submitted by Joan Taylor Parks and Recreation Board September 12, 1984 - 2 -