PARAB Minutes 11/20/2013November 20, 2013
ME\TUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COLLIER COUNTY
PARKS AND RECREATION AD'V'ISORY BO
Naples, Florida, November 20, 2013 D
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 P, Ribes
VICE CHAIR: Edward "Ski" Olesky
Mary Bills
Phil Brougham
John Fuchs
Murdo Smith
David Saletko (Excused)
ALSO PRESENT: Barry Williams, Director Parks and Recreation
Nancy Olson, Regional Manager I
Annie Alvarez, Regional Manager
Peg Ruby, Marketing Specialist
Jeanine McPherson, Regional Manager
Sidney Kittila, Max Hasse Community Park -
Supervisor
Amanda Eberl, Administrative Assistant
Hank Jones, Facilities Management
Margaret Bishop, Facilities Management
Derrick .Dimas, Immokalee Sport Complex Supervisor
Michael Toolan, Parks and Recreation
November 20, 2013
I. Call to Order
Chairman Ribes called the meeting to order at 2:00 PM.
A quorum was established
If. Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and Invocation was held.
III. Approval of Agenda —November 20, 2013
Ms. Bills moved to approve the Agenda as presented. Second by Mn Brougham.
Motion carried unanimously, 4-0.
IV. Approval of October 16, 2013 Minutes
Mr. Brougham moved to approve the October 16, 2013 Minutes as submitted.
Second by Ms. Bills. Motion carried unanimously, 4 -0.
V. Staff Highlights:
A. Employee of the Month: September, October and November
Barry Williams introduced Michael Toolan; the Employee of the Month for the
Month of September 2013. He was recognized for going above and beyond his
responsibilities. He was presented the "Employee of the Month" award.
Michael Toolan recognized his volunteers for over 800 volunteer hours and
noted receiving a letter regarding one of the volunteers. He asked to introduce
the volunteer when he arrives and read the letter aloud to the Advisory Board.
Derrick Dimas received the Employee of the Month award for the month of
October 2013 for going above and beyond his responsibilities.
Annie Alvarez spoke on his behalf and spoke very highly of him.
Mr_ Olesky arrived at 2:03 PM
The November Employee of the Mouth award was presented to the North Collier
Regional Park Maintenance Staff.
• Fausto Leyva
• Ian Ivey
• Ricardo Wallen
• Jacob Koeses
• Eric Cowan
• Abelardo Ramos
• Ruberto Torres
• Antonio Pais
• Alberto Garcia
• Jeffrey Bell
• Austin Martel
• Enrique Cruz
• Osvaldo Sanchez
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e Mike Lampos
■ Jon Rudd
• Donn Gaxby
• Bobby Fernandez
• Rae Woods
• Matt Fleig
• Bryan Powers
a Samantha Moran
Mr. Fuchs arrived at 2:15 PM
B. Park Presentation: Max Hasse Community Park -- Addressed after YI. A.
C. Marketing Report
Peg Ruby she distributed Take your dog for a walk in the Park Snowfest and
Sounds of the Park flyers.
She reported new Partnerships created with:
➢ Active Network and received a Youth Promotion through Kid Zone
Perfect for Fall Youth Events. 3,000 Kid Zone bars were distributed,
D Visit Florida and live video shoots were made promoting Barefoot Beach
Preserve and Tigertail Beach to promote the beach.
"Sounds of the Park" concerts are scheduled to be held at Sugden Regional Park.
The free concert will be held the 2, Saturday of the month from November
through April from 5 -10 PM.
It was noted "Winter Holiday Camp" for ages 5 -12 has been scheduled to be held
from 7 :30 AM — 6 :00 PM; December 23 -27 for $45 and December 30 — January
3r° for $60.
V1. New Business
A. F1owRider Presentation
Barry Williams introduced Xena, Xana Kai and Tank Nash. He explained it
was to introduce the FlowRider concept to the Advisory Board to gain their
support and an endorsement. He noted the approximate cost of the F1owRider is
$1,200,000. The installation cost is $1,800,000. Sun N Fuzz has been open for 8
years and attendance has been less but continues to bring in revenue to cover
expenses.
The Flowrider is a great attraction and a community builder. It could be used for
competitive sport events, leagues and birthday parties, etc. This is a sport for
children through adults.
Xena Nash spoke of this new sport called flowboarding; a cross between
wakeboarding and skateboarding where partcipants perform tricks while gliding
atop a machine - generated flowing body of water.
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It was noted; One of Naples own, at age 15,- Xana Kai Nash recently won the
2013 Women's World Pro Flowhoarding Championship for the second year in a
row.
Staff distributed a Proposed Fun N Sun Lagoon FlowRider Venue Expansion.
(See attached) The closest F1owRiders exist in Orlando, Clearwater and West
Palm Beach, others are on Royal Caribbean International cruise ships.
Hank Nash recommended going with a double to draw more tourism. He noted
the F1owRider can be run separate from the rest of the parr and the water park
and could be used year round.
The Advisory Board posed many questions. All questions were addressed.
Barry Williams will provide an Operation Plan for the Advisory Board's review.
He stated Sun N Fun improvement is currently in the five (5) year plan.
Mr. Smith moved the Advisory Board endorse the FlowRider. Second by Ms.
Bills. Motion carried; 6 -0.
Barry Williams re- introduced the September Parks and Recreation Employee of
the Month and Michael Toolan who introduced Eric Marks, a volunteer and
read a complimentary letter he received regarding Eric to the Advisory Board.
B. Ziggy Dick's BBQ Event — Request to Sell Alcohol — Addressed after V. B.
C. Capital Projects — Addressed under VI. B
D. Vanderbilt Beach Restrooms and Eagle Lakes Community Center, CIam
Pass Turnaround, Clam Pass Pile Repairs, South Marco Bathroom and
Access Improvements, Tigertail Beach/Sand Dollar Island Observation
Tower Presentation/Review/Approval — Addressed after Vr C
E. Advisory Board Application & Interview — Addressed after V1. D.
F. Adopt A Park Checklist —Addressed after Vr E.
V. B. Park Presentation: Max Masse Community Park
Sidney Kitilla gave a presentation on events and programs held at the Max Hasse
Community Park. (See attached)
VI. New Business
B. Ziggy Dick's BBQ Event — Request to Sell Alcohol
Jeffrey Ziggal and Roger Dick petitioned to sell beer and twine at this year a bar -
b-que event. The event will feature a music festival with fifteen (15) rides and is
scheduled to be held on January 17, 18 and 19, 2014 at Golden Cate Community
Center. The event is a 5410 fund raiser for Kids in Collier County, for Rotary
Club of Naples Bay,
It was noted - no incidents at previous year events, security would be at the event
and the permit and insurance provided.
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Staff will make sure adequate insurance and requirements, including proper
permits are met.
Vice Chairman Olesky moved to grant the request to sell beer and wine at the
leggy Festival (2014.) Second by Mr. Brougham. Motion carried
unanimously; 6-0.
C. Capital projects — Addressed in VI. D.
D. Vanderbilt Beach Restrooms and Eagle Lakes Community Center, Claim
Pass Turnaround, Clam Pass Pile Repairs, South Marco Bathroom and
Access Improvements, Tigertail Beach /Sand Dollar Island Observation
Tower Presentation/Review /Approval
Margaret Bishop and Hank Jones gave an update on Capital Projects.
Vanderbilt .Beach Restrooms
Staff distributed an Executive Summary for the Advisory Board approval for the
recommendation to award invitations to Bid (ITB) #13 -6186 to Compass
Construction, Inc., in the amount of $931,926 for the construction of the
"Vanderbilt Beach Restrooms Facilities," approve the necessary funding increase
in the amount of $239,152 and make a finding that the project expenditure
promotes tourism.
Mr. Brougham moved to approve Staffs recommendation to take the additional
$239,152 funds from Reserves. Second by Ms, Bills. Motion carried
unanimously; 6 -0.
Eagle Lakes community Center -- to BCC on December 10, 2013
■ Four (4) bids were received.
• Bids came back higher than expected
• Additional funds will come from Impact Fee Reserves.
Clam Pass Southern Exposure
• New boardwalk
• Handicap ramp or wheel chair lifts (stainless steel, salt water proof)
• Need funding
• Proposed kayak launch
• Platform, can be disassembled and moved
• Platform a safe way to launch
• Redo in April/May
• Parking area was redesigned to add 20 more parking spaces.
Clam Pass Bay Facility Turn Around
• Proposed gazebo
• On hold until season is over.
• Additional funds $68,100 are needed to move forward.
November 20, 2013
Mr. Brougham moved to direct Staff to seek additional funding from TDC and
seek approval from BCC. Second by Ms. Sills. Motion carried unanimously;
d -0.
Clam Pass Pile Re airs
South Marco Bathroom and Access Improvements
• prefabricated unit to fit on site
• Tear down old
• prefabricated unit meets all code requirements
Ti ertail Beach/Sand Dollar Island Wildlife Observation Tower
■ Funding has already been approved.
■ $150,000 includes permitting, etc.
E. Advisory Board Application & Interview
Staff distributed a memo dated November 1, 2013 from Kri.sti Barlett, Executive
Aide to BCC and the Advisory Board Application received from Murdo Smith.
It was noted two (2) PARAB member's terms were expiring. The vacancies were
advertised and citizens interested in serving on this committee were asked to
submit an application for consideration.
Murdo Smith gave a brief history on his experience with Parks and Recreation
and serving on the PARAB.
Vice Chairman Olesky trove to recommend Murdo .Smith to be re- appointment
(to serve on the .PARAB, for BCC for approval,) Second by Mr. Fuchs.
Motion carried unanimously, 6 -0.
P. Adopt a Park Checklist
Barry Williams asked the Advisory Board's consideration to use the Adopt a
Park Survey (a two (2) page form) when reporting on the "Adopt a Park"
assignments. He suggested Board Members to incorporate the survey questions
as a part of their report.
It was suggested the form be provided in a pfd format on the website for easy
access and /or to email pfd format to the Board.
VII. Old Business
A. Margood Harbor Park Restaurant on the Water
Barry Williams reported both Growth Management and Goodland Association
have been approached but they may have required more details. No decision has
been made.
Nancy Olson reported the concept had to meet with Drop Anchor for review. He
does have another option; the petitioner mentioned isle of Capri was very
interested.
B. Adopt A Park Assignments
Mr. Brougham reported on observances and made suggestions:
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951 Boat Rama
■ Suggestion: The placement of signage at the boat ramp that reads
"Bathrooms across the Street."
Staff responded signage is being made.
■ Question- What is going on with the pump at the baiting table?
Staff responded they were in the process of getting a quote.
Paddleboat .Park
■ Observations:
- Rest facilities were clean.
2 cars in parking lot without launch permit displayed. One car had
a "warning ticket" on it. He asked if "warning tickets" were
tracked.
Staff responded habitual offenders are tracked.
Eagle Lakes
-■ Observations:
SpriWder system was rusted by the basketball courts. Systern was
spraying all over the basketball courts and he suggested having
Maintenance make adjustments.
Rest facilities were clean.
Dead plants in one plastic planter_
- Trash containers at pavilion near spray park" were completely
full at 9:30 AM.
East Naples Community Park
■ Observation:
Front entrance area in and to storage and hallway to back
Community room needs more organization. Seems too congested;
too many things are stored in this area.
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Suggestion-
As you enter room game room on the right hand side. Suggested
placing same fabric used on the other walls or a cork surface.
Install window blinds on door in Room A instead of a sheet over
door window.
■ Questions:
Asked for status on skate park.?
PAR applied for Grant Funds for the project and should hear if
Grant was successful in January. If funding is successful, they
would start project in July. If not, the plan is to put in a request
FY2015 to do project.
- Pickle ball courts?
Pickle ball courts are being put in the old roller rink. Money was
compiled last year for this project and should be completed before
Christmas.
What is happening with the Maintenance Shed; looks different?
Staff is working with Facilities Management on a conceptual plan.
Impact Fees can be used to construct building and will put in a
budget request for the next budget cycle to do project.
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VIII. Director's Highlights
Barry Williams reported
■ There are discussions regarding continuing and /or discontinuing Advisory
Committees.
■ Some discussion with Rover Run Dog Park users and residents of
Stonebridge Community. Stonebridge Community does not want the dog
park there. This could be an issue.
■ 186 applicants have been received to fill the Assistant Director position. He
has narrowed the selection down to 31 applicants. He plans to stark the
interview process and plans to bring 2 or 3 candidates before the PARAB in
January.
IX. Informational Items — Read only.
Additional documentation distributed; F Y2013 Complete AUIR Data, Sea
Turtle /Envirorunental Staff the Review and Overlook report dated October, 2013 and
the Adopt a Park Issue Tracking report.
X. Public Comments/Board Comments
Discussion was made on "Dogs in the Park" and it was noted PAR is having some
compliance issues. The biggest issue is keeping the dogs out of the playground and
athletic fields.
Mr. Smith reported attending the "Rock in the Park" event. It was a nice event but
there was a need for more portable facilities_ He noted there were only two (2) at the
event.
Nancy Olson responded the event holder was aware of that situation.
Mr. Smith stated it appeared dark and to have not enough lighting. More lighting is
needed.
Staff the trees may have grown to hinder lighting.
NEXT MEETING:
Regular Meeting: December 18, 2013
Location: NCRP Administration Building, Conference Room A,
There being no further business for the good of the County, the meeting was
adjourned by order of the Chairman at 4:06 PM.
COLLIER COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION
AD'V'ISORY BOARD
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These Minutes were approved by the Committee/Board on , as
presented or as amended