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February 22, 1995 E�
Vineyards Community Park MAR 1 4 1995
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" PRESENT: Joseph Zaks, Chairman
Kimberly Kushman
Timothy Blackford
0031,, Max A. Hasse, Jr.
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0 /'t0 PRESENTS. eve Brinkman, Parks and Recreation Director
'-.4/91,gtV�i urdo Smith, Parks and Recreation Operations Manager
Gary Franco, Parks Superintendent
.4 Jacquie Minnis, Secretary
John Gursoy, Gulfcoast Skimmers
Frank Blanchard, Marco Island
Larry Lewis N
Adrienne Skolnik, Gulf Coast Rowing Association
Jerry Neal, OCPM
. I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 2:10 p.m.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: January 26, 1995 meeting.
Motion by Max A. Hasse, seconded by Kimberly Kushman. Passed
6/0.
IV. NEW BUSINESS/PRESENTATIONS
a. Lake Avalon Presentation - A map of Lake Avalon was
presented by John Gursoy of Gulf Coast Skimmers. The
County Attorney's Office is drawing up an agreement for
Gulf Coast Skimmers and Botanical Garden. The agreements
should be completed in a couple of weeks. BCC meeting will
be held on March 21, 1995 to discuss Lake Avalon Property.
The Botanical Garden is trying to raise funds in order to
make this project look very attractive to the County.
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Lake Avalon soils were tested, the test was positive and
the ground is safe. It is estimated that 350 to 400 people
attend the showeach week and there are approximately 20
participants.
Funding was discussed and the possibility of obtaining TDC
funds and other resources were mentioned. Regional Impact
Fees will not be used to fund this project. In order to
utilize TDC funds the TDC Committee would have to be
contacted and a recommendation submitted for their review.
Chairman Joe Zaks requested that all PARAB members get
copies of the drafted agreements that the County Attorney
is -preparing regarding the relationship between the Parks
Department and the associations involved with Lake Avalon.
b. Renourishing Tigertail Beach - Frank Blanchard received a
copy of a letter from the Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish
Commission. The Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish
Commission requested the approval of the Governor and
Cabinet, sitting as the Board of Trustees of the Internal
Improvement Trust Fund, to re-establish the Critical
Wildlife area designation and would like to enlarge the
area. Frank Blanchard requested that PARAB review the
proposal and make a recommendation.
c. Mr. Larry Lewis - Re: Pelican Bay Community Park
Mr, Lewis was recently the Tennis Director of Gambier Park,
for 6 years. Mr. Lewis commented on Pelican Bay tennis
courts being top quality and one of the finest public
tennis facilities in the country. Mr. Lewis presented a
plan on how to utilize, maximize and stimulate the quality
of play on the clay tennis courts. An income/expense sheet
prepared by Mr. Lewis was distributed. The income/expense
sheet was based on experiences from Cambier Park. A story
pertaining to Pelican Bay Tennis Courts was read by Mr.
Lewis.
Steve Brinkman stated that Jim Thomas hired a contractual
employee to teach tennis lesson at the Pelican Bay Tennis
Courts. A recommendation was made in last year's budget
for staffing but was not approved and will be resubmitted.
Tim Blackford asked a question in regard to revenue. His
question was based on the Marco Racquet Club budget and the
budget figures that were presented to PARAB last year by
:r Steve Brinkman. What revenues are generated now versus
what revenues would be generated with the program Mr. Lewis
presented? There are some benefits with the program but is
it worth spending $100,000 for a $1,500 net income?
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:.E' Max Hasse recommended that PARAB investigate these od of
how the City of Naples was operating Cambier Park Courts
' during Tommy Boys's days.
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`' Chairman Joe Zaks recommended that the sign at Pelican Bay
Community Park be modified. It is now reading; "Courts
Reserved by League Play."
d. Adrienne Skolnik of Gulf Coast Rowing Association -
Adrienne Skolnik stated that Roger Dykstra is not mystical
he does exist but was unable to attend the meeting.
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A video tape was shown, showing singles, doubles and
quadruple rowing. A Capitalization and operating expenses
' ° sheet was handed to PARAB. Ms. Skolnik stated that 170
colleges offer scholarships on rowing.
The Gulf Coast Rowing Association would like to set up 2
A';:.. programs:
1) . Learn to Row (Parks and Recreation should invite the
general public to participate and concentrate on involving
the following groups: high schools, senior citizens,
cultural minorities and economically disadvantaged
persons) ,
2) . Collier County P & R Rowing Club (Public rowing after
Learn To Row Program or for experienced rowers:
County-owned boats, equipment and facilities will not be
used by members of any other GCRA affiliates until such
time as GCRA-owned/leased boats, equipment or facilities
match county numbers) .
Jerry Neal identified potential training areas in Collier
County. Per Jerry Neal's conversation with Susan Watts,
permission will be granted to use Clam Bay. A copy of the
easement was received by Jerry Neal.
Motion by Gil Mueller that Adrienne Skolnik return before
PARAB to reconsider the proposal when the Gulf Coast Rowing
Association is more established. Seconded by Max Hasse.
Passed 5/1. Kimberly Kushman Opposed.
e. A suggestion was made by PARAB members to change REQUEST
FOR DISCUSSION to NEW BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS on the agenda.
<' f. Chairman Joe Zaks recommended that a list with the name of
each member and the name of the park adopted be sant to
PARAB. Also, a progress presentation report by each PARAB
a' _ " member on park observation be made every month.
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If--,.`,- g. Time Management - Chairman Joe Zaks suggested a time
.` limit should be set on public presentations order to
-" discuss all listed item on agenda. Any group that wants to
discuss a project or issues should submit a summary
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-s' identifying organization, proposals, and what they are
looking for from PARAB. This would be in a form of a packet
., and PARAB should receive the package two weeks before the
4, '' next meeting.
V. Request for Discussion/Updates
a. What is the Telephone survey result by Chuck Molhke? There
was a county survey that was done by Chuck Molhke which was
- completed a couple of months ago, It talks about all the
different services offered by the county such as Parks &
Recreation, Library and other services. A copy will be
distributed at the next meeting.
b. Impact Fees Study - A copy of the Impact Fee Study was
distributed to PARAB, A motioned was made to review the
Impact Fee Study for next meeting by Gil Mueller. Seconded
By Kimberly Kushman. Passed 6/0
c. Park Security - Gil Mueller inquired whether there was
anything to discussed about park security or was it
finalized? It was discussed briefly but not finalized.
This issue is included in next years budget which will be
discussed soon. A proposal for another Park Ranger to be
hired is also included in the budget.
d. A request that a copy of the letter sent to Anita Chapman
.; regarding Bike Path memo be mailed to PARAB.
f. Vineyards Community Park Opening - Grand opening will be
.` held on Thursday, March 9, 1995 at 4:00 p.m.
;._' ' g. Estates Community Park Status - will be completed by
' ` December of 95.
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h. Immokalee Recreation/Pool Status - will be completed by
April of 95. Recreation is in the process of hiring staff.
F i. Golden Gate community Center Expansion - Parks & Recreation
Department and the Golden Gate Advisory Board have made a
'.4) recommendation to hire John Dunnick as Community Center
Supervisor.
j . Growth Management Plan - The 5 year master plan was
distributed and will be discussed at the next meeting.
Steve Brinkman noted that budget for the next 5 year
f ' development plans will be review.
74` k. Gil Mueller will attend the March 21st, BCC meeting
;. regarding Lake Avalon.
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1. PARAB suggested, that each board member should keep in
close contact and familiarize the commissioners by
telephone or letter regarding efforts of the Parks &
Recreation Department and the what the department has
accomplished. The issue of a member being present at the
BCC meeting was discussed. Chairman Joe Zaks stated that
there has not been any issues of importance discussed
recently requiring PARAB members attendance,
M. Kimberly Kushman thanked Steve Brinkman and Gary Franco for
the tour of all the park facilities.
n. An Executive Summary was requested by PARAB regarding the
Lake Avalon Property including Tim Blackford's amended
motion be submitted to BCC.
o. Joint City/Parks & Recreation meeting and special guest
from Boca Raton, Robert Langford of Beach Taxing District,
will attend the meeting. The meeting will be held at the
Vineyards Community Park on March 22, 1995 at 1:00 p.m.
p. Election of New Officers - Gil Mueller nominated Joe Zaks
as Chairman of the Board and Tim Blackford nominated
Stephen Klee as Vice Chairman. Seconded by Kimberly
Kushman. Passed 4/0.
q. PARAB will review budget hand out and discuss at next
" ' meeting.
VI. Adjournment
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Meeting adjourned at 5:40 p.m. Motion by Max Massa to
�yv .; adjourn. Seconded by Kim Kushman.
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