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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999 02 10 Beautification of Winter Springs Board Regular Minutes MINUTES BEAUTIFICATION OF WINTER SPRINGS BOARD FEBRUARY 10, 1999 - REGULAR MEETING I. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 10, 1999, by Madam Chairperson Ethel Beecher in the Commission Chambers of the Municipal Building (City Hall, 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, Florida 32708). Roll Call Ethel Beecher, Madam Chairperson, present Dawna Ferguson, Vice Chairperson, present Carol Morrison, present James Harbin, present Dart Helgeson, present Darline Cook, present Marilyn Dickinson, present Also Present Alan Hill, Public Works Superintendent Ray Jarrett, Arborist Approval of the January 13, 1999 Regular Meeting Minutes Motion by Board Member Dickinson. Seconded by Board Member Helgeson. Vote: All aye. Motion passes. Chairperson Beecher informed the Board of the recent passing of Mr. Brook Seall, Parks and Recreation Director. Chairperson Beecher told the Board of Commissioner Gennell's request to the City Manager to add monies to the City Budget for replacement of holiday pole decorations. There was brief discussion on the Budget. The Board then discussed a complaint that was given to the City Commission regarding the landscaping of an island on Charles Street. Chairperson Beecher mentioned to the Board that there was a "good possibility" of the Board receiving a donation of fifty to one hundred dollars from the Tuscawilla Pioneer Garden Club. She asked the Board if they had any ideas for the use of the money. The Board discussed using the donation for beautification in the City parks in the Tuscawilla PUD or possibly redoing the plantings around the City limit signs. MINUTES BEAUTlFICA TION OF WINTER SPRINGS BOARD REGULAR MEETING-FEBRUARY 10.1999 Page 2 of 4 Board Member Helgeson presented information to the Board regarding recycled playground equipment. Copies of literature on the equipment were given to the Board. Discussion. The following agenda items are listed in the order discussed. II. REGULAR AGENDA A. Discussion of the City's "Green Plan" Mr. Jarrett showed the Board a picture of a 50-foot Double-Headed Sabal Palm, an extremely rare species, that is located in the City of Winter Springs. He also passed out an updated copy of the "Green Plan". Chairperson Beecher suggested the Board review their original copy of the plan, page by page. The Board shared their concerns about the vegetation overgrowth at Lake Tuscawilla. Mr. Hill mentioned that the City had worked on cleaning up the lake in the past, but a problem existed in cleaning the lake up too much because it would remove a natural habit for the certain wildlife in the area. The Board inquired why the dock at the lake was removed. Mr. Jarrett told the Board he will try to find out. Mr. Hill informed the Board that the lake is now part ofthe City's Stormwater system. Discussion. The Board asked if the grindings from trimming the trees around the City are used in the City parks for mulch and if so, where? Mr. Jarrett stated that the City does use it to fill areas such as holes and swails in easements and in other areas. Mr. Hill stated that the grindings from rotten or diseased trees are taken to the landfill. Otherwise, the healthy grindings are used throughout the City. The Board commented that Moss Park was in need of trees. Mr. Jarrett said that some will be planted. Mr. Hill spoke about the "Green Plan" being coordinated with the Parks and Recreation Department so that trees will not be added and have to be removed later due to renovation of the parks. There was brief discussion on the State Road 434 medians, the new plantings, and the removal of exotic plants. Board Member Helgeson commented about Aspargus Ferns, and suggested they be removed from the "Acceptable Ornamentals" list in the "Green Plan". MINUTES BEAUTIFICATION OF WINTER SPRINGS BOARD REGULAR MEETING - FEBRUARY 10, 1999 Page 3 of 4 There was discussion on who maintains the right of ways along Winter Springs Boulevard. Mr. Hill stated that if a Homeowners Association does not maintain the right of way, it is the responsibility of the Public Works Department. Several Board Members mentioned that some of the homeowners maintain the right of ways. D. Discuss the possibility of planting trees and meeting with Fire Chief Tim Lallathin There was a short discussion on inviting Chief Lallathin to speak at the March 10, 1999 meeting. The Board decided to place the discussion with Chief Lallathin on the next agenda, ifhe is available. A. Discussion of the City's "Green Plan" (Further Discussion) The Board further discussed the issue of homeowners maintaining the right of ways along Winter Springs Boulevard. B. Finalizing the Landscape Design for the Edgemon Avenue Islands The Board discussed budgetary allowances and mentioned their desire to know of Budget restrictions before they get into planning stages on future projects. The Board briefly reviewed what they already had planned for the Edgemon Avenue medians. Their plans for the first island (the smaller island) and the center island are complete. For the third island (the larger island), the Board decided to remove both Crepe Myrtles and leave the healthy Oak Tree in the center of the median. The Board wanted to add two Silver Palms, one at each end, and possibly Loropetalum, African Iris, red DwarfPentas. Vice Chairperson Ferguson brought in cuttings of two species of Loropetalum to show to the Board. Discussion. Mr. Jarrett advised the Board that he is checking on the prices for Coontie plants. Several Board members indicated that they would like to see Coonties planted in the medians. The Board decided to add the Loropetalum around the Oak, place the African Iris between the ends and the Oak and the Pentas or Lantanas on the ends of the medians. The Board also contemplated using Coontie rather than the African Iris. A sketch of the three medians was given to Mr. Hill so that he can start ordering. The Board complimented Mr. Hill on the State Road 434 plantings. MINUTES BEAUTIFICATION OF WINTER SPRINGS BOARD REGULAR MEETING - FEBRUARY 10, 1999 Page 4 of 4 C. Discussion of possible presentations to the City Commission on the Board's accomplishments IT WAS THE CONSENSUS OF THE BOARD TO TABLE THIS ITEM UNTIL THE MARCH 10, 1999 MEETING. III. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS . Discussion of updates to the City's "Green Plan" . Discussion with Fire Chief Tim Lallathin regarding the plantings at the Fire Stations and the City parks, if he is available. . Discussion of possible presentations to the City Commission on the Board's accomplishments . Discussion on approaching the City Commission for more funds IV. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Vice Chairperson Ferguson to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Board Member Morrison. With consensus of the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m. Minutes respectfully submitted by: Amy Lovingfoss, Clerk City of Winter Springs