PARAB Minutes 09/19/2012 September 19,2012
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COLLIER COUNTY
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
Naples, Florida, September 19, 2012
LET IT BE REMEMBERED, that the Collier County Parks and Recreation
Advisory Board, in and for the County of Collier, having conducted business
herein, met on this date at 2:00 P.M. at North Collier Regional Park,
Administration Building,Conference Room A, 15000 Livingston Road,
Naples, Florida, with the following members present:
CHAIRMAN: John Ribes
VICE CHAIR: Edward (Ski) Olesky
Mary Bills
Phil Brougham
David Saletko
Murdo Smith(Excused)
Vacancy
ALSO PRESENT: Barry Williams, Parks&Recreation Director
Nancy Olson, Regional Manger I
Peg Ruby, Marketing Specialist
Jeanine McPherson,Parks &Recreation
Amanda Eberl, Administrative Assistant
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I. Call to Order
John Ribes,Chairman called the meeting to order at 2:00 PM.
A quorum was established.
H. Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and Invocation was held.
III. Approval of Agenda
Add into record VIII Informational Items: Distribution of the
"Annual Update &Inventory Report/Capital Improvement Element Schedule Update
on Public Facilities 2012 AUIR/CIE"dated August 24, 2012
Mr. Brougham moved to approve the Agenda as amended. Second by Ms.Bills
Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
Staff noted Mr. Brougham also served on AUIR Board. This should not be any
conflict.
IV. Approval of August iS,2012 Minutes
Move: Page 2, 2"d paragraph above the 1s1 paragraph
Mr. Olesky moved to approve the August 15,2012 Minutes as amended. Second by
Mr.Brougham Motion carried unanimously,5-0.
V. Staff Highlights-Addressed after VI b.
VL New Business
a. FRPA Memberships—Addressed under V. b.
b. Surfers for Autism
Don Ryan,President and Founder of Surfers for Autism requested permission
to use Vanderbilt Beach on October 20,2012 for a"Surfers for Autism"all day
event. He provided the following information regarding the"Surfers for Autism"
organization and event:
> Organization is based in Deerfield Beach,Florida.
It is a 501 (c)not for profit organization.
• The organization is dedicated to the introduction of the sport of surfing to
children with special needs.
• The surfers learn stand-up paddle boarding.
> Surfers are provided a safe, fun and judgment free environment with
skilled surf instructors.
• The event starts at 9:00 am and will also include games,music and food.
> A catered lunch will be provided,at no cost to registered participants,their
families and volunteers.
• Eight restaurants have committed to donate.
> Ft. Myers participates in a"Surfers for Autism"event is scheduled for
another weekend in October,
> Shuttles will be used from designated off the beach parking lots:
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> The event will be limited to 200 families.
> 140 families have already signed up for the event.
No alcohol is allowed.
➢ It was estimated the event will attract between 2,500-3,000 participants.
Don Ryan showed a photo album of pictures of surfers at other locations.
Mr.Brougham asked if they intend to mark-off an area of the public beach.
Don Ryan responded they do not mark-off any of the beach area;the event is
open to the public. The public is welcome to enjoy the games and music:
Mr.Brougham asked how the organization supports the event.
Don Ryan responded the organization holds a raffle on the donated goods
received and takes donations for t-shirts and other items Surfers for Autism offers
at the events. They also have corporate sponsors to help fund the events.
Mr.Ribes inquired on how people register for the event.
Don Ryan directed anyone interested in participating or volunteering for the
event should register on Facebook.
Mr.Olesky asked if anyone could walk-up and participate.
Don Ryan responded no;the event is limited to 200 families,which registrations
fill up fast. He mentioned hopes to grow the event into having 250 families. He
said each surfer will have time 3-4 times in the water. He added 70%of those
participating are from the area and 30%participants will be from out of the area
Mr.Brougham asked if the organization had insurance coverage.
Don Ryan noted there is$30 million in coverage.
Barry Williams stated they would name PAR on their policy.
Mr.Brougham moved to approve the "Surfers for Autism"Event to be held on
October 20,2012. Second by Mary Bills. Motion carried unanimously,5-0.
V. Staff Highlights
a. Marketing Highlights
Peg Ruby distributed and reviewed the new ad campaign and scheduled events:
(See attached)
o Ad campaign-"Enjoy your Parks,Preserves and Beaches"
o Child Safety Fair-October 20 at North Collier Regional Park
o Fall Festival-November 1-4 at Eagle Lakes Community Park
She distributed the R.LA.L. 2012 Guide with a"Print it Post it"advertising
events scheduled for October through December and location where the events
will be held. (See attached) She recommended the"Print it Post it be cutout
and retained for future reference.
b. FRPA
Jeanine McPherson gave a slide presentation on the Florida Recreation& Park
Association Annual Conference held in Orlando. 16-Staff members participated
and represented the following areas:
> Aquatics
• Turf and Grounds
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> Child Care
➢ Program Leaders
> Marketing
• Special Promotions
• Park Supervisors
➢ Regional Managers
She reported the best of the educational courses attended by the Staff were
> 5 Languages of Appreciation—Crucial strategy for motivating your staff
> Stop Complaining&Start Solving—Focus on what you want not on the
problem that makes you seek help.
> Marketing Plan from Start to Finish—Cheapest and easiest way to reach
people is social media.
➢ Programming Plus—New brainstorming strategy.
• Secrets of Successful Presentations—Connecting with the audience.
A Sports Field Maintenance for Sustainability Strategy for maintaining
high volume fields.
• Good to Great—Need time to practice to redefine mission and goals.
> Slow Down and Accomplish More—De-stress equals increased output.
A Striving for Excellence--On going collection of data needed for re
accreditation.
It was noted Collier County has achieved re-accreditation by the Commission of
Accreditation of Parks and Recreation(CAPRA)
She stated the most interesting product at the Vendor Exhibit Hall was the
"Elastic Wrist Bands"that change color to indicate UV radiation exposure.
Staff distributed a FRPA Membership Application to the Advisory Board. (See
attached)
Barry Williams stated PAR agrees and approves the Advisory Board belonging
to the FRPA. He is awaiting feedback from Ian Mitchell regarding payment of
memberships. He will give an update at the next meeting.
VII. Directors Highlights
Barry Williams commended the entire PAR Staff for a tremendous job and team
efforts shown during the days leading up to,during and after Tropical Storm Isaac.
He reported:
• BCC Budget Hearing to pass the Budget October 1,2012 at 5:05 pm.
• He has plans to attend the National PAR Meeting in Anaheim,California.
• Gordon River Greenway Park will start in January.
• Invnokalee South Park Project is out to bid.
• Eagle Lakes playground equipment has been installed.
• On June 12,2012 the Board of County Commissioners(BCC)approved the
formation of the ATV Park Site Ad Hoc Advisory Committee. They are in
the process of determining where a potential ATV Park Site could be located.
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VIII. Informational Items—Read only.
IX. Public Comments/Board Comments
Ms.Bills asked Staff to provide direction on what questions to ask when she visits
her assigned parks and reports to the Advisory Board.
Mr.Brougham suggested if any Advisory Board Member(s)had any comments or
questions regarding the AUIR,they should send them to Barry Williams. Barry
Williams will send them to Phil Brougham.
Ms.Bills reported she would not be in attendance for the November meeting. She
was schedule to give an Adopt a Park report at the November meeting. Her report
will be re-scheduled to be heard in December.
Barry Williams will not be in attendance for the November meeting. Kerry Runyon
will fill in for Barry at the November meeting.
There being no further business for the good of the County,the meeting was
adjourned by order of the Chairman at 3;50 PM.
COLLIER COUNTY PARKS& RECREATION
ADVISORY BOARD
John I es,PA B Chairman
These Minutes were approved by the Committee/Board on 1/471/i-/t- as
presented OR as amended
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