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MINUTES
BEAUTIFICATION OF WINTER SPRINGS BOARD
APRIL 10, 1996 REGULAR MEETING
1. Call to Order
Vice-Chairperson Dickinson called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. in the conference room of the
Winter Springs Municipal Building.
2. Roll Call
Also Present
Tom Brown, Chairperson, absent
Marilyn Dickinson, Vice-Chair, present
Dawna Ferguson, present
John Herbert, present
Sarah Watson, present
Carol Morrison, present
Russ Robbins, present
Tom Grimms, Comm. Dev. Coordinator
3. Approval of the March 13. 1996 Minutes
Dickinson asked if there were any objections or additions to the minutes. There were no additions
or objections. Dickinson stated that the minutes stand approved as written.
- 4. Discussion with the City Manager. Ron McLemore regarding the Conceptual Plan
Grimms informed the members that the manager will attend their meeting next month, and that the
beautification report and recreation brochures will be ready.
5. Presentation by Tom Grimms. Community Development Coordinator
Update on 434 Corridor
Grimms distributed a memo to the board members, and a handout pertaining to trees. A map ofS.R.
434 was displayed. He also brought in the aerial photo map of Winter Springs.
He explained the process of the proposed regulations (guidelines) for the corridor. He discussed the
different opinions about regulations concerning properties that abut S.R. 434, the utility lines being
buried, billboards, and limited access for roads. Public Works has submitted a beautification grant
to go beyond FDOT's standards. (St. Augustine grass, re-used water lines, trees, shrubbery, curbing
that bevels at a 45 degree angle)
Grimms mentioned that in 1997-98, the county is going to begin work on Tuscawilla Road.
FDOT will have the opportunity to expand S.R. 434 between the 434/419 intersection and the
beltway to six lanes when needed, and this will mean narrowing the medians. Discussion of fencing
and landscaping retention ponds and power sub-stations.
Grimms also mentioned that the city may extend it's boundary limits.
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Beautification of Winter Springs
April 10, 1996 Meeting
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Grimms said he has suggested that the city involve tax increment financing for the redevelopment area
of the corridor. (streetscaping, decorative trash containers, benches, and common signage)
Grimms continued, the manager wants the Towne Center to include some of the areas along the lake.
The Cross Seminole Trails is trying to work with the county to negotiate with CSX to buy up the
rail bed. The trail would follow along the CSX rail bed, through Oviedo into Winter Park then
continue south. Another trail system (State Project) has proposed to go along the lake area. The
bike trail system in the city would link up city parks, schools within the city, and neighborhoods.
Robbins mentioned the beautification that Goldenrod and Aloma is doing from Howell Branch to
Lakemont.
Grimms said that FDOT has a excess classification standard which indicates the spacing location of
median cuts. The reduction in the number of median cuts may reduce the number of accidents.
Robbins asked about reducing the size of the medians, and still having enough room to make U turns.
Grimms explained that there is still going to be some space between the pavement and the edge of
the right-of-way so pavement can be added.
The Comp Plan mentions the Towne Center. The concept is to create a focal point for Winter
Springs. The Towne Center is taking shape with the Central Winds Park, the high school, and City
Hall. It also states in the Comp Plan the intention of the city is to remain predominantly a single
family residential community.
Grimms stated that Section 5-4 of the city code references Trees. Any diversions would need an
approval of the City Commission. Ninety percent of Public Works plantings are Laurel and Live Oak.
Discussion of landscaping, tree planting programs, the Urban Forestry Program, advertising for
beautification, and garden clubs.
6. Unfinished Business
Herbert distributed copies of the "Making of a Brochure", then expounded on the contents.
7. New Business
No comments.
8. Agenda Items for May Meeting
Beautification Report
Parks Brochure
9. Adjournment
Vice-Chairperson Dickinson adjourned the meeting at 8:15 p.m.
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