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05-09-1984 . ~ o CITY OF EDGEWATER Parks and Recreation Board May 9, 1984 Minutes Chairman Wolfe called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Center. ROLL CALL Members present: Mr. Wolfe, Mr. Richards and Mrs. Begel. Excused: Mr. Griesse. Absent: Mr. Jones. Also present: Mr. Garrett, Recreational Director and Mrs. Taylor, Secretary. Present in the audience.were: Councilmen Spencer, Asting and Wargo and Mr. Frank Opal. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion by Mr. Richards to approve the minutes of the April II, 1984 meeting was seconded by Mrs. Begel and CARRIED 3-0. OLD BUSINESS Mr. Garrett reported that the ramp at Park and Pier is about completely poured and should be completed within a week. As soon as Mr. Garrett can get with the new city engineer he will draw up the plans for the repairs around the dock, the picnic shelter roof, etc. With regard to Menard-May Park, the engineer will draw up the plans, after which they will need to be approved by the Department of Natural Resources in Tallahassee. Councilman Spencer advised the Board members that Council had retained a part-time engineer earlier in the day. His name is Mr. Ferrara. Mr. Garrett said that he is in the process of compiling a report of what needs to be repaired, replaced and/or built. It will cover the new roofs, new benches, picnic tables, new floors, etc. Also noted was the fact that the old skating rink, which had been considered as an excellent site for recreation, has been sold. Mr. Garrett reported that as soon as baseball is over soccer will be started. Mr. Wolfe said that the Rotary Club is interested in putting in a half- basketball, half-tennis court, and wantsto know what land is available. He stated that this is one of the reasons the Board members had scheduled a tour of sites for recreation on May 13. Mr. Richards noted that most of the work to be done by the Rotary Club would be volunteer. Mr. Wolfe remarked that the Rotary Club is community-oriented. NEW: BUSINESS Approval of revised By-Laws Mr. Wolfe read the letter from the City Attorney in which he recommended a change of Article XI, Staff of the By-Laws. , A motion was made by Mrs. Begel, seconded by Mr. Richards, to APPROVE the revised By-Laws. The motion CARRIED 3-0. Those members present signed the original copy of the By-Laws. Formulating plans to prepare a Five-Year plan for recreational growth Mr. Wolfe asked Mr. Garrett how far along Kirk Jones has gotten on his part of this project. Mr. Garrett advised that they intend to compare their plan with other plans from other cities of comparable size, and also com- pare it with the Comprehensive Plan of Edgewater, the County and the State. .~, .. o (J I Once that information is complied copies will be given to everyone. Mr. Wolfe said that he has talked to Mr. Dave Fleming in Port Orange and it is his understanding that there will be state recreational money available. Mr. Garrett said that he would talk to Mr. Fleming about it. Recreational facilities for Florida Shores Mr. Wolfe said that this would be discussed after the tour planned by the members. Mr. Garrett has prepared a map of possible sites. Mr. Richards asked if there was land available on each side of Indian River Boulevard which could be used for recreation. Mr. Wolfe said that the Boulevard is 75 feet wide. Mr. Richards wondered if a bike path could be put in there. It was felt that an easement would have to be given by the individual property owners. Mrs. Begel raised the possibility of the City putting in bicycle paths as they are paving the streets. It was pointed out that the streets which are being repaved are being done by the County. Councilman Spencer stated that City Council is well aware of the need for bike paths. That route which they think is most urgent is from Wildwood to Flagler Avenue, because it is on Park Avenue. Wildwood is less than two miles from the elementary school so that the busses do not pick up children there. Mr. Wolfe suggested that Lone Star and Rinker might be contacted to see if they would give the City all their "dumpingsll. The members discussed the date and time for the get-together to go over sites for future recreational facilities. It was agreed to change the date from May 13 to Saturday, May 12, at 3:30 p.m. and to meet at the Shop E-Z. The secretary was advised to notify the press; Mrs. Begel agreed to keep notes of the meeting. Communications The members reviewed the letter from the City Clerk regarding the Sunshine Law. The Workshop for Appointed Officials reo Boards scheduled at the Daytona Beach Community College for May 21 was called to the attention of the Board members. MISCELLANEOUS Councilman Spencer said thank Bob Wolfe for all very dedicated service. present as he wanted to that the main reason he came to the meeting was to of the effort he has given the City and for his He expressed regret that Bob Griesse was not say the same to Bob. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m. Minutes submitted by Joan Taylor Parks and Recreation Board May 9, 1984 - 2 -