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PARAB Minutes 02/15/2012February 15, 2012 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COLLIER COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOA Naples, Florida, February 15, 2012 BY........................ 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 Immokalee Community Park, 321 North 1 sc Street, Immokalee, Naples, Florida, with the following members present: CHAIRMAN: John P. Ribes (Excused) VICE CHAIR: Edward "Ski" Olesky Barbara Buehler Fiala Phil Brougham Hiller David Saletko (Excused) Henning Murdo Smith Coyle Coletta Misc. Corres: Date: S 12-2.. Item Copies to: ALSO PRESENT: Barry Williams, Parks & Recreation Director Annie Alvarez, Regional Manager III Gary McAlpin, Coastal Zone Management Director 1 February 15, 2012 I. Call to Order Edward "Ski" Olesky, Vice Chair called the meeting to order at 2:00 PM. A quorum was established at 2:03 P.M. II. Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and Invocation was held. III. Approval of Agenda —Addressed after V. IV. Approval of January 18, 2012 Minutes — Addressed after V. V. Staff Highlights a. Marketing Highlights Annie Alvarez reported the following scheduled events: Barbara Buehler arrived at 2:15 P.M. ➢ Sun -N -Fun will be opened over the February 18th weekend and on President's Day ➢ Park Dedication for Cindy Mysels Community Park will be held February 25th ➢ PAR will participate in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 17th ➢ Spring Festival to be held at Eagles Lakes Community Park on March 31St ➢ Sun -N -Fun will be open for Collier County's Spring Break ➢ Easter Events - March 31 - Spring Festival/ East Naples Community Park - March 31 - Bunny Workshop/ Veterans Community Park - March 31 - Easter Egg Hunt/ Immokalee Community Park - April 7 - Max Hasse Community Park/ Easter Eggstrvaganza ➢ Summer Camp Registration — April 14 ➢ Summer Camp Expo to be held at North Collier Regional Park on April 14. ➢ Volunteer Recognition Luncheon will be held at North Collier Regional Park on April 14. b. Recreation Highlights Annie Alvarez gave a slide presentation on the Sunshine State BMX Qualifier held from January 13 -15. She reported: ➢ State and Local Sponsors ➢ 525 Riders ➢ Over 3500 spectators ➢ 30 -40 RVs did dry camping at GGCC ➢ No gate fee was charged Staff will provide a State BMX Qualifier Expense report at the March meeting. February 15, 2012 III. Approval of Agenda Gary McAlpin requested the following "Add On" items be placed under New Business: VI. b. Approval of Beach Access Signage Installation for Vanderbilt Beach Road VI. c. Verbal Updates to Board - 183 Grants /TDC Funding and Beach Facilities - Recommendations Relative to TDC Funding Staff suggested the PARAB could hear items and recommended items be placed on the March agenda. Phil Brougham moved to continue the Approval of Beach Access Signage to the March meeting when it can be properly advertised. Second by Barbara Buehler. Motion carried 4 -0. Murdo Smith moved to hear updates for the 3- Verbal Updates for informational purposes only. Second by Barbara Buehler. Motion carried 4 -0. Phil Brougham moved to approve the Agenda as amended. Second by Barbara Buehler. Motion carried 4 -0. IV. Approval of January 18, 2012 Minutes Phil Brougham moved to approve the January 18, 2012 Minutes as presented. Second by Barbara Buehler. Motion carried 4 -0. It was noted a 'finalized" draft Policies and Procedures on Overnight .Parking will be on the March Agenda. VI. New Business a. Clam Pass Bridge Gary McAlpin distributed an Executive Summary for the recommendation to authorize structural pilings inspection and bridge repairs to the Clam Pass Draw Bridge and approve a budget of $72,500 to complete this work. (See attached) He reported Cronin Engineering, Inc conducted a visual inspection of the Clam Pass Park tramway and walkway on March 22, 2011. (See attached) He reviewed physical inspection observations and Engineer recommendations. It was noted the bridge is inspected yearly and a survey of all top of pilings for the last 5 years. There is no danger of a structural collapse. Community concerns have been expressed on the structural safety of the bridge. Gary McAlpin asked the Advisory Board to approve the Executive Summary to inspect the structural pilings and repair the Clam Pass Drawbridge. It was noted the drawbridge will be operational when repairs are completed. Discussion was made on the Engineers recommendations, repair of fasteners and blocks that have been split, the non - working electrical control unit under the 3 February 15, 2012 bridge, section to be inspected and maintaining the integrity of the bridge and meeting permit requirements and Coast Guard rules. Public Speaker Marcia Cravens spoke on the shallow channel below bridge being non - navigable and the minimal draw bridge usage over years. She suggested the Board make a recommendation to research steps on how to have the drawbridge decommissioned. Staff reiterated the bridge structural integrity needs to operate under the current guidelines. The existing structure maintained and an inspection needs to be done. This is a public safety issue and the drawbridge is in violation and subject to fine. Discussion was ensued on the drawbridge used three times in the last year, the direction received from the Coast Guard and the obligation of the County to maintain the bridge. It was noted the Coast Guard is aware of the number of times the bridge has been used. Murdo Smith moved to approve the Executive Summary and the cost to repair the Clam Pass Bridge and direct Staff check with the Coast Guard to see if we can get the bridge decommissioned. Edward "Ski" Olesky recommended the two motions be made separately. Murdo Smith moved to approve the Executive Summary and the cost to repair the Clam Pass Bridge. Second by Edward "Ski" Olesky. Motion failed 2 -2. Phil Brougham and Barbara Buehler opposed. Phil Brougham moved to recommend and direct Gary (McAlpin) to contact the Coast Guard, make them aware of usage of the bridge as documented over the last 3 -5 years, at the drawbridge and request documentation on what the process is to decommission the bridge and bring back in conjunction with the Executive Summary for consideration. (Phil Brougham added) to approve $1 5,000 for the inspection of the drawbridge to verifying it is a viable bridge structure. No second made. Phil Brougham moved to approve $15,000 for the inspection of the drawbridge. Second by Murdo Smith. Motion carried 4 -0 Staff will provide the PARAB with the inspection results. Phil Brougham moved to direct Staff to contact the Coast Guard and make them aware of usage of the bridge over the last 3 -5 years as documented and request documentation on the cost and the length of the process to investigate the decommission of the drawbridge. Second by Murdo Smith. Motion carried 4 -0. 0 February 15, 2012 b. Verbal Updates to Board 183 Grants /TDC Funds and Beach Facilities Gary McAlpin distributed an Executive Summary FY 2011/12 to approve the Category "A" Tourist Development Fund 183 Grant Applications for the Advisory Boards information only. (See attached) He suggested holding a Workshop with the Staff at the next meeting to discuss all the beach park facilities and determine what issues we should focus on, prioritize them and compare to current beach park facilities activity list. It was decided March would be the best month to hold the Workshop. Recommendation Relative to TDC Funding Gary McAlpin distributed a report created by Rick Medwedeff, General Manager of Marco Island Marriott and a member of the TDC Subcommittee for the TDC Subcommittee on a business case for "Economic Impact, Jobs, and Quality of Life in Collier County." (See attached) He noted the TDC Subcommittee will be making a recommendation on the permanent restructuring of the Tourist Development Tax Allocation over the next 5- years. The report reflected the following Category A recommendations: - Fund 195 — Beach Re- nourishment/inlet management from 33.33% to 34.00% - Fund 183 — Beach Park Facilities from 16.67% to 6.00% The recommendation could have a devastating effect of the maintenance of beach park facilities. The next TDC meeting is scheduled for February 27th at 9:00 A.M. at the Government Complex in Building F. Public Speaker Marcia Cravens made remarks on the restructuring of the tourist development, more marketing to attract more business, possible other revenue streams, user fees for museums and the use of more volunteers. VII. Adopt A Park Edward "Ski" Olesky reported Immokalee Community Park, Immokalee Sports Complex, Ann Olesky Park/Boat Ramp and South Park appear they are being well maintained. He submitted a petition to Staff requesting playground equipment be replaced and installed at Dreamland Park. Staff responded the prior equipment was un- replaceable and discarded. Community feedback identifies community needs for consideration during the budget process. Staff will provide the 5 -Year Capital Plan for Boards review. Phil Brougham suggested Staff involve the PARAB to back Staff on issues going before the BCC to lobby on important issues and when there could be a benefit to making or breaking decisions affecting PAR. VIII. Director's Highlights Barry Williams gave an update on the following projects: Gordon River Greenway Parkway 5 February 15, 2012 He reviewed the issue regarding the County received a "Warning" letter regarding the land swap between CC and the zoo in June 2010. They cited any changes need to be reported to the Florida Community Trust. The land swap had not reported previously. The zoo is private use and does not meet the Intent of Land Use. A new land survey, a revised Declaration of Restricted Covenants, a revised Land Management Plan will require approval by the State. Then it will be submitted to the BCC in March and finalized by the end of March. Eagle Lakes / Immokalee South Park — The public Notice of Intent (to transfer grant funds from Eagle Lakes Community to Immokalee South Park Project) cure period ends on March 2. Human Services will take the recommendation to the BCC on March 28. Max Hasse Expansion project was approved by the BCC on February 14, 2012. Expansion construction will begin in 30 days. Vineyards Renovation water feature construction will begin in next couple of weeks. Marla Ramsey resigned. Leo Ochs will announce an Interim Administrator. IX. Informational Items — Read only. Murdo Smith requested a copy of the Freedom Park Management Plan. The "Adopt A Park" Report has been newly assigned to him. X. Public Comments/Board Comments Marcia Cravens remarked on the Eagle Lakes / Immokalee South Park resolution and kayak facilities and the use of mobbi mat as a launching surface. Phil Brougham moved to adjourn. Second by Murdo Smith. Motion carried 4 -0. 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 Chairman John P. Ribes These Minutes were approved by the Committee /Board on , as presented or as amended 31