TOWN OF INDIALANTIC
Brevard County, Florida 32903
PARKS, RECREATION AND BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
February 8, 2000
MINUTES 00-05
MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS EXCUSED
Ken Bohlmann, Chairman Barbara Coburn
Marjorie Schwanbeck, V. Chairman
Kathryn Kowalski, Treasurer
Rose Benevente
Nancee J. Hay
Mary Hayward
Carol Thomson
Ron Cassedy, Director of Public Works
Shirlee Walker, Secretary
Chairman Bohlmann called the meeting to order at 10:00 am.
Ms. Kowalski moved that Minutes 00-04 from January 11, 2000 be approved as written, seconded by Ms. Hay. Motion passed unanimously.
Ms. Kowalski advised the committee that the report remains the same as January. Ms. Brownlie was on vacation and a current statement wasn’t available. The total expense for the Tree Lighting Ceremony was $427.79.
Ms. Hay moved to accept the treasurer’s report seconded by Ms. Schwanbeck. Motion passed unanimously.
The Committee was shown a rendition for the Wavecrest Park Extension sign. The expense of the 2’ x 3’ sign will be paid for by the town.
Chairman Bohlmann moved to approve the sign concept. Ms. Kowalski seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
Two Norfolk Island pines were donated to the Town and planted at the north end of Nance Park on the dune side of the boardwalk.
A 3’x 5’ flag was placed in Douglas Park.
Chairman Bohlmann moved to allow up to $100 for the purchase of flags for the park. Ms. Kowalski seconded. Motion passed unanimously. (This money will come from the Recreation Account)
Dewey Park has been trimmed by Public Works. They will continue trimming with maintenance being done by contract workers.
Repairs to crossovers 11-16 are almost complete. Damages were a result of past hurricanes. FEMA is funding the repairs.
The emergency ramp damaged by two hurricanes was redesigned to accommodate larger vehicles. This is also a FEMA funded project. Construction is to begin by the 15th of February and finished before Turtle Season.
Ron, along with the Town Engineer, Scott Glaubitz and Acting Town Manager, Laura Eaton, met with a Watson Paving representative at Riverside Park to discuss shoreline restoration.
Ron advised the Committee of projected improvements to Sunrise Park. He plans to install a bench and a split rail fence. When the road is resurfaced, the sandy turn-around area can also be paved.
Sunset Park was mowed and loose stones raked.
1. Gazebo at Lily Park
Linda Gilbert and Mary Henley, members of Garden Club by the Sea, were present to discuss the new gazebo at Lily Park. Ms. Gilbert brought plans that were used in the construction of a gazebo at her residence. After 11 years, the structure is still in great shape. The contractor, Dennis Beach, submitted a proposal for the construction of a gazebo in the amount of $7,500.00. The Garden Club has agreed to pay half of the expense with the remainder being paid by the Parks, Beautification and Recreation Committee.
Members of the Garden Club have looked at many gazebos for less money including prefab, but considered them flimsy and not well constructed.
After discussion, Ron advised the Committee that he would attempt to get several bids based on a set of plans with specs.
Ms. Kowalski made the motion that a representative from the Garden Club meet with Chairman Bohlmann and Ron to resolve what needs to be done in order to proceed. Ms. Thomson seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
2. Pump house Orlando Park
The Committee discussed improvements to the pump house. Ron stated that the structure as well as the roof is sound. However, the siding needs to be replaced. He will bring estimate for siding at next meeting.
3. Condition of Gazebo at Orlando Park
The Public Works Department has not had time to remove the existing gazebo.
1. Easter Egg Hunt
Ms. Schwanbeck advised the Committee of the April 15th date for this event. She confirmed that Ron will order the porta potty.
Patches were assigned as follows:
0-2 still open
3-4 Rose Benevente
5-6 Nancee Hay
7-8 Barbara Coburn and Carole Thomson
9-10 still open
Gazebo - Katherine Kowalski
Ms. Kowalski will purchase the candy for distribution at the April meeting.
After discussion, the Committee decided to eliminate the prizes and have more eggs for each patch.
1. Purchase of additional signs
The committee discussed replacing the sign at Lily Park.
2. Beautification Award
The Chris J. Fadden Leasing building was voted to receive this award.
Ms. Thomson moved to adjourn at 11:40 am. Ms. Hay seconded. Motion passed unanimously. Next meeting March 14, 2000.
Ken Bohlmann, Chairman
Shirlee Walker, Secretary