TOWN OF INDIALANTIC
Brevard County, Florida 32903
PARKS, RECREATION AND BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
May 23, 2005 Council Chambers 9:00 am to 10:00 am
MINUTES 05-06
MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS EXCUSED
Don Gust, Chairman Matthew Collins
Marjorie Schwanbeck, V. Chairman
Rose Benevente
Eugene McLaughlin
Todd Deratany
Betty Preece
Jackie Potts-Hendry
Beverly Goldner
Ron Cassedy, Director of Public Works
Laurie Newman, Secretary
Chairman Gust called the meeting to order at 9:00 am.
A. Minutes 05-05 April 25, 2005
Ms. Preece moved to accept prior minutes
Mr. McLaughlin seconded, motion passed unanimously.
A. Nick Hobbs to discuss landscaping ideas for the Magnolia ped-way
Nick Hobbs presented photos of the area, which is approximately 166’ X 50’. The area has been bulldozed to eliminate Brazilian Pepper trees. He suggested several options for flowers and shrubbery to enhance this area. Mr. Deratany suggested this committee approve Nicks plan and have him present plant list at the next meeting.
Mr. Deratany made a motion to give Nick preliminary approval and have him present a completed plan at the next meeting,
Ms. Benevente seconded, motion passed unanimously.
Ron reported that the ADA access in Nance Park is complete, the fountain has been ordered, the decking is proceeding well and the sod has been placed along sidewalk.
Sunrise Park observation deck is almost complete.
A. Discussion of assigned parks
Chairman Gust requests committee members look in their parks and come to the next meeting with a “wish list” of things they would like to see in their parks. Ron suggested several benches in various parks.
B. Discussion on concert in the park
Tabled until next meeting
A. Discussion of causeway planting ideas and delineating parking. Perhaps allowing parking in the “clear zone”. Ron stated that the DOT would not allow parking in the clear zone, Ron would like the DOT to put “No Parking” signs, Ms. Benevente suggests that the committee meet at the designated area with a map to better visualize the plan.
Mr. Chinault informed Ms. Newman that the only plan is the original planting plan, which is in the process of being revised based on Council input.
B. Luminaria discussion-
Sales for luminaria have continuously declined over the years, discussion of possible reasons for this; from the weather to 9/11 many reasons were given. It was decided that the cost of supplies, (approximately $400.00 for 2 years supply) was low enough to continue selling them. Discussion of more advertising, possibly selling them in stores in Town. Chairman gust will contact the Homeowners Association to ask if they would like to participate. He will report back at next meeting.
X. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 A.M.
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Don Gust, Chairman
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Laurie Newman, Secretary