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PARAB Agenda 02/23/2000 1 I Parks and Recreation Advisory 1 I Board Meeting I _ �T . ,,,,,,,i, • I I IFebruary 23, 2000 I East Naples Community Park 1 3500 Thomasson Drive 1 � R`�`""ry Naples, FL Parks $t I Recreation 200 p.m. WWW.comn. i+e�. us PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD ' AGENDA FEBRUARY 23, 2000 THE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING WILL BE HELD ' WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2000, 2:00 P.M AT EAST NAPLES COMMUNITY PARK, 3500 THOMASSON DRIVE, NAPLES, 34112 Il. CALL TO ORDER II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG ' III INVOCATION IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES—January 26, 2000 ' V AWARD PRESENTATION: Lisa Varner VI. NEW BUSINESS: A. Sugden Park—Phase H 8 Lely Property C Budget Request VII. SPECIFIC UPDATES: A. Conner Park A Lawn Bowling C. Covetctnd— VIII. OLD BUSINESS A. Dog Park ' IX REPORTS/UPDATES A. MONTHLY REPORTS (January 2000) A BCC RECAP C PARKS UP-DATE D. ADOPT-A-PARK REPORT(Lindy D'Amico) X PARAB MEETING SCHEDULE XI. PARAB MEMBER/ADDRESS LIST ' XII. ADJOURNMENT z LU LU J 0 LU CC 0_ 0,•, U- co LU F PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD Minutes January 26, 2000 Vineyards Community Park 2:00 pm ' PRESENT: John Grice, Vice-Chairman Lisa Barnett Lindy D'Amico ' Charles McMahon Edward"Ski" Olesky Mary Ellen Rand STAFF PRESENT: Marla Ramsey, Director James Fitzek, Operations Manager John Walters, Park Superintendent Murdo Smith, Beach and Water Superintendent ' Stephen Whittier, Recreation Manager Joe Delate, Project Manager Barbara Johnson, Clerical Supervisor OTHERS: Sandra Taylor, Resident Livingston Woods Jessica Taylor, Resident Livingston Woods ' D. Walker, Resident S. Schwartzkopf, Resident Sam Welborn, PARAB Applicant ' Tom Donegan,PARAB Applicant Jim Morris, PARAB Applicant Dan Jackson, PARAB Applicant Bill Everett, Resident/Croquet Dick Harshman, Resident/Lawn Bowling I I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 2:05 pm II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG ' III. INVOCATION: Lindy D'Amico IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: December 15, 1999 1 I c 0 I Motion byLindyD'Amico to approve minutes, seconded byMaryEllen PP I Rand. Minutes approved. IV. AWARD PRESENTATIONS: I The monthly Good Attitude Award was presented to Lori Rea, Secretary II, for her contributions to the Department. I VI. NEW BUSINESS: IA. INTERVIEWS FOR PARAB VACANCY Applicants each gave a synopsis of their experience and credentials, followed Iby a question period. They were then ranked in the following order after breaking a tie for third place: I1. Samuel Welborn 2. James Morris I 3. Dr. Daniel Jackson 4. Thomas Donegan. I Motion made to accept the rating as stated. Approved 5-0. The recommendation of Samuel Welborn will be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners for approval. Approved 5-0. I B. APPLICATION FOR NEIGHBORHOOD PARK—Soll Road, Livingston I Woods Presentation was made by Jessica Taylor, 11 years old, requesting a Ineighborhood park in the Livingston Woods area. The nearest park is the Vineyards Community Park which is approximately five miles away, and the proposed new regional park would also be close to five miles away. Children Ihave to ride bikes or walk along Pine Ridge Road, which is very heavily traveled,to reach Vineyards. The nearby Community School is private and I the site is locked when school is not in session. Sandy Taylor, Jessica's mother, displayed a map of Livingston Woods and indicated a possible location, approximately 2.7 acres in size at a cost of approximately $85,000. I This parcel would not have an adverse effect on adjacent homes as it is essentially bordered on three sides by neighborhood roadways. A survey of the neighborhood had been conducted with the majority of the returns I 2 1 I C 0 I received indicating favor for a park. There are 124 homes in the area with 20- 30 in the process of construction. Photographs of the lot being considered were also shown. This lot is visible from the off-ramp of I-75 and safety Ifactors for children utilizing the possible park were discussed. The construction of Livingston Road would not essentially affect the neighborhood I as it will be built west of and run parallel with the existing roadway. The widening of I-75 would not affect this piece of property either. I A basic neighborhood park paid for by the County includes basic equipment such as playground equipment, trash cans, and picnic benches. Landscaping would be Xeriscape as there would be no irrigation available. The land, I clearing, and fencing for security, if needed, is also paid for by the County. Any extras desired would be financed by the residents, possibly by a special MSTD. The land purchase would come from Ad Valorem taxes or other I funding sources while the construction of the park would be paid from Impact Fees. This is a new policy/process approved by BCC on 10/12/99. IThe evaluation process, per the Neighborhood Park Policy, was completed by PARAB members—the low score being 86 and the high 99 of a possible 100. IMotion by Lisa Barnett: Take this recommendation for Livingston neighborhood park to the BCC . If possible, see if a contract could be worked out with the owner of the property to secure the price amount Icontingent upon approval of the BCC. Seconded by Lindy D'Amico. Approved 5-0. (Sandy Taylor to check on price of property and Marla I Ramsey will take consideration of purchase to the BCC. This application, as it is the first and only one in the required time frame, I would be factored in the FY 2000/2001 budget process for BCC approval for purchase of the land and construction of the park. Budget preparations start in the spring of the year. I VII. REQUESTS FOR DISCUSSION—SPECIFIC UPDATES ICROQUET/LAWN BOWLING—Pelican Bay Community Park II Since Mr. Everett's last appearance before PARAB regarding the construction of a croquet court at Pelican Bay Community Park,he has "joined forces"with Dick Harshman, who is interested in lawn bowling. I Lawn bowling is not a geriatric sport but enjoyed by all ages. A 4 pound ball is rolled 20' on the ground and the game is more complex than bocci. I li3 I G 0 ICroquet is not the typical back yard game and is played with 6 wickets and the stakes are in the middle of the court. IThe proposal is to use an area at Pelican Bay to construct 3 courts, 2 that could be used for both lawn bowling and croquet, and one exclusively for croquet. The I loss of green space was brought up for discussion. The area of the park chosen for the possible location of the courts is fairly clear and vegetation would not be disturbed. Currently there are no organized"leagues/team" in Naples for either, I but there are interested people. Games would need to be organized and clubs formed. The proposed area would be the size of two tennis courts. A croquet court covers 9,000 square feet and the lawn bowling court uses 14,400 square feet. I There would probably be a 4' high fence around the area to protect the high maintenance area of grass from other activity use. IThese two gentlemen are proposing to raise funds for construction of the courts and to pay for the material of the maintenance for them for a period of two years. The site of the proposed courts was chosen because it would have less impact on I the vegetation in the park. The group expects to collect an amount in the low 6 figure range and has approximately $100,000 promised at this time. The dollar amount of maintenance needs to be further developed and would be part of the I capital campaign; however a window of time and a County commitment will be needed before starting the campaign. IThe tennis courts at Pelican Bay Community Park are high maintenance. The County has a contract with a tennis pro at this location. Memberships are sold I and a percentage of the concessionaire's revenue is remitted to the Department; however, the courts are available to the public for a certain number of hours per week. I Users of thero osed courts would be expected to have a permit(membership fee P P p of$100 to $150 per year)to play and this would help cover the maintenance costs. I Discussion regarding having instructors to teach the sports and the availability of the courts to the public was held. The public could come and try the games for 15 minutes or play a couple of times free to see if it were something they cared to do. IThen it would be expected that he/she apply for a membership. An effort would be made to have the public get involved as much as possible. Lawn bowling can accommodate 32 people at a time and the game lasts approximately 2—2 1/4 hours. Games are usually scheduled at 10 in the morning and 1:30 in the afternoon with people coming early to practice. A set of bowling balls cost $125; eventually a I person purchases his/her own. Croquet game times run from 3/4 hour to 1 1/4 hours. This game is a little more I complicated than lawn bowling with a strategy a lot like chess and the athletics comparable to pool or golf. a 4 111 I 0 0 IPurchasing a small piece of property is not feasible as parking space would also be needed, as well as restroom amenities. IPelican Bay Community Park was donated to the County with restrictions that apply to this particular site. i.e. lighting. The tennis courts had to be close to the roadway so the lights would not bother occupants of the condos in back of the I park,there is to be no lighting of the combination soccer/ball field, and the lights at the playground and basketball courts could not exceed a certain candle power. The proposed courts would provide a"new awareness"to the Department summer camp participants and offer an opportunity to try something different. I Fred Jones and wife, year round residents,may be willing to teach both lawn bowling and croquet during the summer. The American Lawn Bowling Association can also be contacted to see if someone would be available to run Iclinics and events. People would not donate money unless the project can take place. Maybe a letter I could be included with the solicitation for funds stating that under certain circumstances the donation may be tax deductible. Details could be worked out. I The facilities would be available to the public; the group would not be looking for a lease. ' Motion by Ski Olesky: Accept offer to raise funds for cost of the entire facility and maintenance for a period of two years. Seconded by Lindy D'Amico. Approved 4 to 1. Mary Ellen Rand opposed. VIII. OLD BUSINESS IDOG PARK—A meeting was held last Tuesday. The Department is currently i I obtaining a cost on fencing, the wording of the signs and rules are being completed and will be reviewed by the Dog Park committee. Basically the rules from other parks were taken and implemented, with more rules, if necessary, added in the future. Several businesses and organizations have offered to donate items. The fence, water line and signs are the only forms of construction needed at this location. The Commissioners are getting excited about this park and wish to have a dog participate in the dedication; this is a chance for the committee to be very creative. The area could be rented out for dog obedience instruction, or to dog trainers, providing an opportunity to generate revenue. CITY OF NAPLES— The City is going to ask the Rowing Club for a larger financial donation or try and limit their involvement in the project. City does not feel that having the aquarium located there will have an impact on the area. Things are currently in a holding pattern. The site could grow by two acres if the current mulch staging area were utilized but this is not expected to take place for a 5 0 Ifew years. The City is to decide what they really want at this location and then come back to the County for input. IGoing down route 92 into Goodland there is an area that is suitable for canoeing and kayaking. The area is sandy and the water is shallow—at low tide sand bars I are visible. Kayaks, canoes and shallow draft boats can go through Palm Bay to Collier Seminole Park. I There are no kayaks at Bayview due to the amount of boat traffic. The rip rap at that area is going to be redone. I The Department may have found a spot for a boat launch facility in Goodland. Originally condos were going to be constructed on the site, but the owner of the property recently died. Real Property is obtaining an appraisal on the 4 i/2 to 5 I acre which is totally cleared. Right now there are test pilings and some rubble on site. Goodland people have called looking for a location for picnic grounds and a playground. We may be able to provide that and have a boat launch with 60 Iparking spaces. The marina is located on the other side of the proposed property. Decision to elect PARAB officers deferred to next meeting when there will be a Ifull Board. IIX. REPORTS/UP DATES IA. MONTHLY REPORTS The Director expressed concern over the user figures as they are not consistent and appear inaccurate. A different type of car counter is being investigated to see if a more reliable method may be used for vehicle counting. The vehicle count is multiplied x 2.4 to obtain a user count at most locations. The fluctuations at various sites are too great to be accurate. B. BCC RECAP i Nothing more has been heard from Mr. Wallace regarding the shuttle to i beaches from Light House Bay Development in Lee County. He has not gone before BCC at this point. It appears that the Gulf Coast Skimmers have resolved their differences and are back in action. John Gursoy is the official president of the group which has a 30 year lease with two renewal options for 30 years each(90 years total). C. PARKS UP-DATE • 6 ti I ( 0 I Conners Park—if street is to be widen we may have to change our design somewhat. I Clam Pass—Going to use recycled plastic on the boardwalk and hope to begin in March. The Registry is going to upgrade the concession on the beach. IExotics—Doing bids at four sites. IEagle Lakes—Just about down to five items on the punch list. The fields are growing in and should open the baseball in early February with the soccer I fields opening in March. Golden Gate Community Park—finished Phase I of pathway around the I park. Phase II bid will go out in March and be done in September. Immokalee—Design lights for soccer field. Will be bid in the spring. IMax Hasse—Under design. Bid in June for the communitycenter, g , parking lot and landscaping. I North Naples Regional—Design awarded to Bellomo g g Herbert& Co. and negotiations are underway for a contract. I Su den Park— g Phase II—under design. Bid in June. I Tigertail Concession Building—design started. Bid around Christmas due to permitting time frames. I Bike Path Along Canal from Golden Gate Community Park to 951. Received an easement from Forest Park through the site project. Working on I next 8 properties. Received a 20' easement through Golden Gate Health Park PUD. I Boat Launch—Barefoot Beach—canoe launch, nothing motorized. Markers are going into the bay area and come back, making a 1 '/2 mile loop. I Hiring another Project Manager; an existing vacant position has been reclassified. 1 C. ADOPT-A-PARK REPORT ILisa Barnett reported visiting Golden Gate Community Park and her surprise at the large number of people using all the facilities in the evening. 1 1 1 Clam Pass—Red Tide was evident. The canoes locked up there belong to the 1 Pelican Bay Foundation. The public can launch a canoe there but has to carry it through the access point. The Conservancy also conducts a nature tour on the boardwalk every morning at 8:00 am. Both parks were clean. 1 X. MEETING SCHEDULE: Next meeting will be held at East Naples Community Park on February 23ra 1 XI. PARAB MEMBER/ADDRESS LIST: XII. ADJOURNMENT— 5:05 pm i . 1 1 1 1 1 1 i 1 1 1 VAIN 414111 Wetei eeftel weeee s4 Ms z 0 F- 1-- CO CO W 0_ rata o �� Q I Co 0 I GOOD ATTITUDE AWARD INAME: Lisa Varner POSITION: Crew Leader IBeach and Water Section NOMINATED BY: Nan Gerhardt, Park Ranger Supervisor I On January 15, 16, and 17–a holiday weekend - Lisa spent the better part of these three days mowing,trimming, and cleaning all around the mounted patrol barn at Domestic Animal Services. (This is the home of the Park Ranger horses). Lisa performed this task I on her own time and put forth a great deal of effort. She has a fondness for the horses and wants them in a safe, well maintained, attractive area The farm has been in disrepair, without much attention, as plans are in process for moving to a new facility I next year. Her great attitude goes beyond this effort also. Lisa is proactive in all of her tasks, I offering suggestions and pitching in to help. 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Board to contribute $25,000 for Festival and staffing costs in the estimated amount of 1 $3,000 for rangers, maintenance crews, etc. NEXT BCC MEETING WILL BE 2/22/2000 1 1 1 i 1 1 1 1 . .. . ...... . .... . . . c c � E t t t c c c c c c c c a 0 c r Y LLI � a CC0 X PARKS UP-DATE February 2000 ' • Conner Park Continue to design park. Coordinating with road work (111th Avenue N), adjacent ' developer (Dunes) and staff. Preliminary plan is completed. Working on agreement for developer to construct park, with completion during summer of 2000. • Clam Pass Park Boardwalk Design and specs of re-decking almost complete. Plan on using recycled plastic lumber. Working with Registry Resort on doing work with same contractor as their work. Facility will be closed from June 1 — September 15 for work. • Eagle Lakes Park ' Park is basically complete. Baseball fields are being played on. Soccer fields are completing grow-in and will be played on in two weeks. Rectifying minor electrical work. Lighting project for soccer field#2 is underway. • Golden Gate Community Park Walkway ' Health Park PUD approval dedicated walkway easement to Collier County from 951 west for 1,500 l.f. Letters sent to adjacent property owners inquiring about easement donation. Forest Park under construction. Will build first part of pathway. • Park Pathway PH II will be out to bid April 1. (asphalt pathway through GGCP). • Immokalee Soccer Field Lighting Design is continuing ' • Lely Barefoot Beach Canoe Launch Gravel is installed. Fence/gate is being installed. Signs are being designed. Opening will be April 1St • Max Hasse Park—Phase II Design of Community Center and Phase II is underway. Planning on bidding project ' in June. ' • North Naples Regional Park Consultants are preparing for proposal and scope of work prior to negotation of consultant's design fee. • Pelican Bay Park Working with croquet/lawn bowling groups on site. Have proposed location. 1 1 r .mk 11111111 I 0 0 I • Sugden Park—Phase II Phase II design is underway. Have preliminary design for buildings. Awaiting I irrigation and civil design. Accepting closed bids on restroom and maintenance buildings now. (Will be discussed under new business.) I • Tigertail Park Design is continuing on new concession building. Will show plans next PARAB meeting. I • Veterans Park Dog Park Will be discussed under old business. I • Exotic Removal Taking bids on exotic plant removal from East Naples Park, Sugden Park, Pelican IBay Beach Access, and Isle of Capri parks. Removal will begin prior to summer. I 1 I I 1 I I II I I 2 I ,f4V4 tit* 441110 F- 0 0_ Lii 0_ 1,1*. F- 0_ 0 a• a440P4 I 0 0 Adopt A Park i .. ° ; Report 1 I I NAME LOCATION REPORT DUE ILisa Barnett Golden Gate Community Park January June Clam Pass I Lindy D'Amico Veterans Community Park February August Vineyards Community Park John Grice East Naples Community Park March September I Sugden Regional Park Bayview Park I Charles McMahon Max A Hasse Jr. Community Park April October Golden Gate Conununity Center I Edward"Ski"Olesky Immodalee Community Park May November Immokalee Sports Complex Mary Ellen Rand Barefoot Beach Preserve/Access June December ICocohatchee River Park Samuel Welborn Tigertail Beach August December Eagle Lakes Community Park January Lisa Barnett July None I February Lindy D'Amico August New ,Lindy D'Amico March John Grice September John Grice April Charles McMahon October Charles McMahon 1 May Ski Olesky November Ski Olesky June Mary Ellen Rand,Lisa Barnett December Mary Ellen Rand,New Member C O O C C C w D LU 2 0 CO C� z w w CO CCCL X F- VJ J U) CI) W a a W • W m • • • 0 >G � o 0 1 1 1 1 1 r i i 0