TOWN OF INDIALANTIC
Brevard County, Florida 32903
PARKS, RECREATION AND BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
November 14, 2000 Council Chambers 10:00 am to 11:00 am
MINUTES 01-02
MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS EXCUSED
Kathryn Kowalski, Treasurer Ken Bohlmann, Chairman
Rose Benevente Marjorie Schwanbeck, V. Chairman
Barbara Coburn
Mary Hayward
Eugene McLaughlin
Carol Thomson
Ron Cassedy, Director of Public Works
Shirlee Walker, Secretary
In the absence of Chairman Bohlmann and V. Chairman Schwanbeck, Ms. Kowalski called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
Ms. Thomson moved to approve Minutes 01-01, October 10, 2000 with the following correction: the word “involving” should be changed to “informing” (in the last paragraph before ADJOURNMENT). Ms. Benevente seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
Ms. Kowalski reported that there were no expenditures in October and that all outstanding bills will be paid from last years budget.
Ms. Thomson moved to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Ms. Coburn seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Cassedy advised the Committee of the following:
Pavers- Perma-Crete can not be contacted, one phone is disconnected. No money has been paid to this company.
Sand – a 20 yard truckload has been delivered to Orlando Park.
Pipe - for swing sets, installed
Benches – being picked up tomorrow.
Power Outlets – being installed
Mr. Cassedy also informed the Committee that the swings on the large swing set need to be replaced due to rust and wear. They have become sharp and dangerous.
The replacement cost will be $366.00 for six swings.
Ms. Thomson moved to take $370 from the Recreational Account to pay for the swings. Ms. Coburn seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
(Money was left over in the Recreational Account from the amount designated for power outlets in Nance Park)
Mr. Cassedy reported that Sunrise Park has been resurfaced; stripes will be put down for parking and handicap areas. The turn-around area has not pursued due to bigger projects possibly in the works by the county/state in the future.
Upon the recommendation of Ms. Benevente, the Red Bay trees have been treated with ironite and milorganite and seem to be doing well.
The new landscapers are doing a great job.
The new Hen play equipment in Orlando Park has a broken section. Kompan has ordered a new replacement body. It is still useable.
A. Code Enforcement report on Fifth Avenue planters – Stanley Krulikowski
Mr. Krulikowski informed the Committee that Code Enforcement letters were sent to all businesses on Fifth Avenue with planters that needed tending. Out of 10 letters sent, 3 have responded and complied. He will continue to inspect until compliance is met.
The Committee commended Mr. Krulikowski for getting something done with the planter problem.
B. Fountain Committee report
Paul Fox and David Livelli, tile and stone artist from Unique Ceramic Imports, Inc., presented a conceptual drawing of a sign to replace the fountain at Fifth Avenue and A1A. The concept drawing depicted a turtle with a beach scene using marble and tile on a masonry wall.
The price will be determined by the final size. It was suggested that 8 ½’ wide by 7’ tall would be a suitable size to replace the existing sign.
Ms. Coburn moved to further pursue the concept presented. Ms. Hayward seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
The Committee discussed the desired size and potential cost of the project.
Mr. McLaughlin moved that the final cost not exceed $5,000. Ms. Benevente seconded. Motion was defeated.
Ms. Coburn moved to adopt the 8 ½ ‘ X 7’ size recommended by the artists. Mr. McLaughlin seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
Ms. Coburn moved to budget $5,000 - $7,000 for the sign, with $1,500 insurance money (from the damaged fountain), $1,000 from the Beautification Account, and the remainder from the Luminaria Account. Ms. Hayward seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
The Fountain Committee will pursue this project.
There was nothing further to add on Parks.
A. Follow up with Parks Committee involvement with Town’s 50th Anniversary plans.
After discussion of the upcoming celebration, Ms. Thomson moved that Ms. Coburn represent the Parks and Recreation Committee in a meeting with the Town Manager regarding Town’s 50th Anniversary Committee.
Ms. Benevente seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
Ms. Coburn will report back to the Committee at the January 9, 2001 meeting.
A. Discuss request by Indialantic Homeowners Association for Committee support of concert in Orlando Park
Carol Andren was present to inform the Committee that the Homeowners Association will have to pay $500 for insurance to host a concert. Another alternative is for the Parks Committee to co-sponsor this event. The concert is to be performed by the Melbourne Municipal Band and is scheduled for May 6, 2001.
B. Christmas program/sales promotion for Luminaries
Ms. Schwanbeck was not present for discussion. Details will be handled by phone.
Ms. Kowalski adjourned the meeting at 12:00 noon. Next meeting January 9, 2001.
Ken Bohlmann, Chairman
Shirlee Walker, Secretary