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PARAB Minutes 06/25/1997 0 PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD June 25, 1997 Minutes Videfan9sCommunity Park F1-4 IC iYla�Kic GovnM Pam 6231 Arbor Drive West,Naples,Florida PRESENT: Timothy Blackford,Chairman Elaine Wicks,Vice Chair Billie Cheney Gayle L. Stan Gil Mueller ABSENT: Joseph Zaks ALSO PRESENT: Marla Ramsey,Director Murdo Smith,Recreation Manager Gary Franco,Parks Superintendent Jacquie Hart,Secretary II John Dunnuck,Operations Coordinator Anne Middleton,City of Naples,Budget/Investment Manager Don Wirth,City of Naples Community Services Director I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 2:15 p.m. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG III. INVOCATION: by Jacquie Hart IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: May 28, 1997 meeting. CORRECTION TO May 28th, 1997 Minutes: Ms. Wicks stated that the Adopt-A-Park report she had given to Mr. Zaks is incomplete. Ms. Stan stated that the kids hanging around the park area should be Vanderbilt Beach and not Cocohatchee. Motion by Elaine Wicks to approve May 28, 1997, minutes as amended. Seconded by Gil Mueller. Passed 5/0. V. NEW BUSINESS/PRESENTATIONS a. City of Naples Capital Budget Proposal: Ms. Anne Middleton, Budget Manager for the City of Naples, made a presentation. Ms. Middleton stated that she attended the Collier County Budget Hearing on June 19, 1997, and made a request to the Board of County Commissions to match funding for the Naples Landing and the beach ends project. Ms. Middleton stated that the Board of County Commissioners requested that the City of Naples present any future 1 Amok projects or Capital Budget Proposals to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board for their recommendation. Ms. Middleton is requesting that the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board review and recommend approval of funding by the Board of County Commissioners the following two proposals: 1. Phased Renovation of the Naples Landing Park at county contribution cost of$220,000 2. Phased Renovation of Beach Walkovers at county contribution cost of $25,000 • Mr. Don Wirth, City of Naples Community Services Director, briefly described renovations of the Landing Park for$220,000. • Renovations of the Beach Walkovers includes benches, walkovers, structures, landscaping, curbing, signage, viewing areas, bicycle racks and lighting. The City of Naples is requesting that the County match the City's $25,000 in 1998. Chairman Blackford inquired as to how much money in total is required to fund the Landing Park project and how much has the county committed? Mr. Wirth stated that the estimated cost is $900,000 to fund the project and that the County has committed $160,000. The City is requesting an additional $220,000,which the City will match. PARAB would like to visit the site before making a decision. Elaine Wicks, Gil Mueller, and Marla Ramsey will set a date and time to visit the site. Mr. Mueller stated that PARAB is not prepared to make a decision on the Capital Budget Proposal and suggested that the City of Naples submit more detailed information for review. This item will be tabled until next month's meeting. Thereafter PARAB will be able to make a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners. Chairman Blackford also stated that he would like to see if any revenue will be generated from this project. This project will be on the July 30th, 1997 agenda for discussion and recommendation. Mr. Worth stated that the City believes that because the County residents utilizes the facilities (walkover)that it would be appropriate for the County to match the City funds for capital improvements. b. City/County Agreement (Re Beach Parking) - Ms. Middleton stated that this started when the County Commissioners wanted a guarantee that Collier County citizens could use whatever asset that the County decided to make a contribution for the life of the project. (e.g. the average life is 8 years for the 2 C beach ends. The Commissioners want a guarantee that the County residents would be able to use the beach ends for at least 8 years) through the interlocal agreement. Ms. Middleton stated that the City had already signed the interlocal agreement and had presented it to the County for signature. Ms. Middleton stated that at this point the City is willing to make an attachment to that interlocal agreement; stating that if something should happen and the agreement does not work out after a 3 year period; that the City would refund the County the remainder asset value. The City of Naples is guaranteeing the joint sticker program for at least 5 years. Mr. Mueller inquired whether a disagreement exist regarding the annual contribution to the City. Ms. Middleton stated that the information is incorrect. There was a request from 15 or more resident to pull meters from Laudermilk Park. This was to achieve more parking spaces however, they wanted a sign stating"City Residents". The City said that this proposal would not be approved by the County. As it stands now the sign will state"Permit Parking only". c. Dog Park - Ms. Ramsey stated that the packet describes a "Dog Park" as well as the type of park site necessary to build such park. In addition, the packet address the issue of liability. Ms. Ramsey looked at a small area in the North side of Naples for the possibility of a dog park. Mr. Mueller stated that this is an issue which has been discussed, the Commissioners voted, and rejected this project. Mr. Mueller would like to know who is bringing this issue back up again? Ms. Ramsey stated that the Commissioners voted on Dogs in the existing parks. Ms. Ramsey stated that she has been doing some research on "Dog Parks" throughout the Country as well as information pertaining to this County. There are 12,000 licensed dogs in the County. Families look at dogs as being part of their family and they like to go on outings with their dogs. The "Dog Park" concept is something Ms. Ramsey has been asked to look into. Mr. Mueller concerned is a dog park in North Naples might give people the idea that dogs are allowed in all parks. Motion by Gayle Stan that the Parks and Recreation staff continue to look into finding a funding source for a park of this type based on available land somewhere in the North Naples area, or the best proposed area in the County that someone will be willing to donate land. As more information is known and brought back before PARAB. Passed 5/0. VI. REQUEST FOR DISCUSSION/SPECIFIC UPDATE ITEM 3 a. Clam Pass Tram Trolley - Ms. Wicks inquired as to who is paying for the tram trolley employees? Ms. Ramsey stated that the Parks and Recreation Department pays $40,000 dollars per year for the employees. Mr. Franco stated that Clam Pass is owned by the Collier County Parks and Recreation Department and the department is responsible for maintaining and repairing the board walk. Ms. Wicks stated that she visited Clam Pass Park approximately 2 weeks ago. On that Sunday,the tram trolley would passed the county residents, and picked up the Registry's guests. Their excuse was that the Registry pays for this service. Ms. Wicks stated to the tram trolley employee that she is on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and she will look into the matter. PARAB members request that the Parks and Recreation Department staff call the Registry Hotel or follow up with a letter regarding this issue. VII. REPORTS & UPDATES b. Monthly Report(May)- Ms. Wicks stated that on B5 of the monthly report under the Cocohatchee River Park it reads 34,000 in car count and only$2,000 dollars in revenue. Isn't Cocohatchee Park a boat launch facility? Mr. Franco stated that the meter counter is at the entrance to the road and a lot of construction is going on so it is misleading. c. Parks and Recreation Concession Audit Report - Mr. Mueller inquired as to when could he see the results of the audit. Mr. Franco stated that he will have a copy of the audit report at the next meeting. d. Capital Parks Planning - Ms. Ramsey stated that the Board of County Commissioners approved the Capital Parks Plan. e. Copeland/Lee Cypress Master Plan - Mr. Smith stated that the Board of County Commissioners approved $25,000 for the construction of a playground. Staff selected a piece of equipment for the playground. Spring animals, 4 benches, and swings will be installed. The lease agreement has been signed by Lee Cypress Water & Sewer will be forwarded to the Board of County Commission. A copy of the master plan was distributed showing the location of the facility. Mr. Mueller stated that a gentleman from Marco Island who owns a piece of property located adjacent to the Lee Cypress site is willing to donate the 4 property to the County. Mr. Mueller will contact Mr. Smith with name, phone number, and address of the gentleman f. Collier County Racquet Center Grand Opening - The grand opening will be held on June 26, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. PARAB members are invited. Mr. Mueller will be a guest speaker. g. Golden Gate Neighborhood Park Status - Avatar was not part of the capital improvement and was pulled from the Board of County Commissioners Agenda. h. Adopt-A-Park Report - Chairman Blackford visited Veterans Community Park and the facility is in good condition. The playground looks great but there is a rat problem. Mr. Franco will take care of the matter. i. PARAB Meeting Schedule-The regular schedule meeting for July 23, 1997 has been changed due to members taking vacation. PARAB members has changed the meeting date to July 30, 1997, 2:00 p.m. at the East Naples Community Park. VIII. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 3:40 P.M.. Motion by Gayle Stan to adjourn. Seconded Gil Mueller. Passed 5/0. 5