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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995 04 12 Beautification of Winter Springs Board Regular Minutes Beautification of Winter Springs Board April 12, 1995 Minutes 1. Call to Order: Chairman Fernandez called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. 2. Roll Call: William Fernandez, present Terry Meta, present Carol Morrison, present William Ramsey, present Gladys Zahand, present Tom Brown, present Mary Scott, absent 3. Approval of the March 8. 1995 Minutes: Chairman Fernandez asked for any additions or changes to the Minutes. Mr. Ramsey moved to approve the minutes. Mr. Brown seconded. Vote: All Ayes. Motion Carried. 4. Don Wilson. Parks Director - Discussion of Parks Brochure: Mr. Wilson was introduced by Chairman Fernandez. The printers told Mr. Wilson that it is best to bring in the final draft for an estimate. Mrs. Zahand showed a listing of Winter Springs parks which detailed what each park offered. Chairman Fernandez asked if this was a handout from Seminole County. Yes, answered Mrs. Zahand. Chairman Fernandez asked if there was anything they could accomplish with Mrs. Scott being absent since she is the one following up with additional work. Mr. Wilson said he could find out what Mrs. Scott had so far and work with her this month. Chairman Fernandez said that was acceptable. Chairman Fernandez said he attended the commission meeting Monday Night for nomination to serve on the P & Z Board. Unaware at the time he agreed to serve on the P & Z Board, Florida Statute states that a person can not hold two board positions at one time. This motion was accepted and passed. He has dictated his resignation; however, he wanted to attended this meeting and alert everyone so plans could be made for Terry Meta to chair the meeting and elect new officers. ,....-, Beautification of Winter Springs Board April 12, 1995 Minutes Page 2 5. State Road 434 Visioning Proiect: Chairman Fernandez stated that the" Visioning Process" was brought up at the Commission Meeting. This will take place at the Senior Citizen Center, on May 20, 1995 from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Snacks and refreshments will be provided for individuals who attend the entire meeting. All boards are suppose to be notified. Chairman Fernandez asked if anyone had an update on the "Visioning Project". Mrs. Zahand said she had not heard anything. 6. Old Business: a) Christmas Contest-Chairman Fernandez asked if there were any additions to the fact that the vote was to abolish it. Mrs. Zahand said the board felt there was not enough response. People were not interested. We were trying to beautify the city with decorations, yet there is only the same two or three people who respond every year. Mrs. Zahand said Mrs. Meta commented that it would be nice to get recognition to a business that needed sprucing up, instead of the Christmas Contest. Mrs. Meta said not everyone decorates at Christmas, but it benefits the business to have good landscaping. Chairman Fernandez asked Mrs. Meta who would seek out the business and make the selection? Would there be a presentation of pictures? Would it come to our board? Would it be something the board could ask the City Commission to pass a resolution recognizing? Mrs. Meta answered, she thought it would come to the B.O.W.S. Board. There are very few businesses in Winter Springs, and it would be more like an application. Mrs. Morrison stated there have been more businesses opened recently on State Road 434. Some enthusiasm needs to be sparked. Mrs. Morrison suggested tabling the issue until the new members arrive. Maybe they will have new ideas. Mrs. Meta added, is it important the businesses look nice for Christmas, or all year round? Mrs. Morrison mentioned how people go out to the Christmas Parade; schools and organizations make floats. Chairman Fernandez said it will be kept on the list of 1995 Goals. Mrs. Morrison said the board should give the contest one more try. b) Grants-Mrs. Meta explained that if the board wanted to invite Joanne, she could provide a list of grants in which to apply. Mrs. Zahand asked if the board can invite her without the permission of the commissioners. Joanne could contact Mrs. Meta with knowledge of grants; Mrs. Meta reports this knowledge to the City Manager, and the City Manager refers the grant to the proper department head. Mrs. Frankhouser (recording secretary) added, Tom Grimms was elected by Mr. Ketteringham to handle grants. He is somewhat experienced in the field and will be attending a seminar regarding grants. Mrs. Meta said, maybe we could suggest projects to Mr. Grimms such as the 434 Beautification. Beautification of Winter Springs Board April 12, 1995 Minutes Page 3 c) Discussion on submitting an article regarding the BOWS Board for the various Homeowner Association Newsletters-Chairman Fernandez asked if anyone knew whether or not the city keeps a list of the Homeowners Associations within the boundaries of Winter Springs. He stated there is Tuscawilla and sub groups under Tuscawilla's Master. Chairman Fernandez asked who would like to volunteer the task of running down officers to get the article in the newsletters. Mr. Ramsey said he would take care of Oak Forest and the Highlands. The article can be turned into either Chairman Fernandez (president of the Ranchlands Homeowners Association) or Frank Seaver (former board member and a realtor who publishes a newsletter about once a month), and the Ranchlands will be covered. 7. New Business: Mrs. Zahand introduced Michael Gandy, a young man interested in getting his project built at the entrance way of Winter Springs on 434. Mr. Gandy exhibited a drawing of the finished project. There will be plenty of space to display all the cities organizations such as rotary, church groups, and boy scouts. The sign is big enough to allow for growth of the city. An engineer worked the building plans. The project has been state certified. Mr. Gandy is presently waiting for permission from Florida Power for the usage of the right-of-way which will be a donation of a ninety-nine year lease. Mrs. Zahand asked Mr. Gandy if he has gone through the City Commission. Mr. Gandy said he has spoke with the City Manager and the Building Department. Mr. Gandy has to bring back the plans to the City Manager to show him that the state requirements are being met. The Fire Chief is finding out for Mr. Gandy if the thirty foot strip between the Florida Power property and the former Builders Office property is city owned. If the process does not work with Florida Power, then Mr. Gandy has the opportunity to turn to the twenty foot existing fence line area. Mr. Brown said there was a proposal for a revolving tower structure which was submitted to the city and approved at a commission meeting. Mr. Brown felt the city didn't need a sign like that and suggested the board members contact their commissioners and get support for Mr. Gandy's Sign. Mr. Wilson asked what materials were used for the sign. Mr. Gandy responded, the concrete block wall with a lintel on top is four blocks in height and the holes in the blocks are filled with concrete. The area behind the wall is filled with dirt so that the two post sign will be elevated. (four feet behind the wall). The posts are made of cinder blocks and filled with concrete. The foundations for the posts are eight inches deep and three feet by three feet. The chain link fence has green vinyl coating to protect from rust, and it measures twelve feet long by eight feet in height. Mr. Gandy's agriculture program at school specializes in horticulture, and his teacher donated all the plants. The masonry class from his school is going to do all the block work. When asked about irrigation Mr. Gandy answered, the problem is getting the water line run (under the power Beautification of Winter Springs Board April 12, 1995 Minutes Page 4 lines), and it has not been decided who will pay the water bill. Rinker Material donated the concrete blocks, Martin Brick donated the brick work, and Century Fencing donated the fence. Mr. Gandy is hoping to get the gold lettering donated also. He would like the city to stand behind him on the lighting. Mr. Wilson suggested contacting the Public Works Director about the irrigation. Mrs. Zahand suggested getting plants which do not require much moisture. Chairman Fernandez stated his understanding of the commission charter is that the board make recommendations through staff to the city manager, and solicit that the city manager include it in his report to bring it up to the city commission. Anyone who personally knows a city commissioner can contact them on a one- to-one basis. Chairman Fernandez said it is appropriate, if this board feels this project to be worthwhile, that a motion be made to recommend to the city manager that the board solicits the City Commissions approval. Mr.Brown motioned that the board contact Mr. Govoruhk. Mrs. Zahand seconded. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Chairman Fernandez told Mr. Gandy that he will be a success ifhe continues the good work. Mr. Gandy is an instructor for the Eagle Patrol who has completed all other leadership positions. He attends Lyman High School and runs his own lawn maintenance business. Chairman Fernandez stated the city attorney sought and received permission from the city commission to have a joint meeting of all city boards about the Sunshine Law. No date has been set. Chairman Fernandez asked for any additional new business. No comments. 8. Agenda Items for May Meeting: a) Update on Michael Gandy's Sign Project b) Report from Terry Meta and Gladys Zahand - Trees - Mrs. Zahand had spoken with Mrs. Duval, Principal at Winter Springs Elementary, and she would highly appreciate a tree, but will leave the decision of what kind of tree up to the board. Chairman Fernandez heard at a commission meeting that there will be a city tree farm. c) Parks Brochure Chairman Fernandez mentioned he noticed a resolution pertaining to Arbor Day posted on the bulletin. Arbor Day was last recognized in January 1993. Chairman Fernandez asked for additional agenda items. Mr. Ramsey asked about the logo for the Parks Department which was postponed until Mr. Wilson received further information. Mr. Wilson said he checked with the city manager~ all departments use the city logo. Beautification of Winter Springs Board April 12, 1995 Minutes Page 5 Mr. Ramsey announced his resignation and wished the board members all the best. Chairman Fernandez said, as previously stated, state law prohibits him from serving on two boards. He will submit a formal letter of resignation to Mayor Bush. Copies will be sent to Mr. Govoruhk and the members of this board. Chairman Fernandez asked that a copy of the drawing of Mr. Gandy's sign be attached to the minutes. Board Members commented to Mr. Ramsey and Mr. Fernandez, that they both will be a loss to the board, and they have served the board well. "Good Luck" words were exchanged. The meeting was adjourned by Chairman Fernandez at 8:00 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Martha Jenkin , Deputy City Clerk