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CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS
MINUTES
BEAUTIFICATION OF WINTER SPRINGS BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 12, 2000
I. CALL TO ORDER
Madam Chairperson Ethel Beecher called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.,
Wednesday, April 12, 2000 in the Commission Chambers of the Municipal Building
(City Hall, 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, Florida 32708). The Pledge of
Allegiance followed.
Roll Call
Chairperson Ethel Beecher, present
Vice Chairperson Dawna Ferguson, present
Board Member Alice Bard, absent
Board Member Marilyn Dickinson, present
Board Member James Harbin, present
Board Member Dart Helgeson, present
Board Member Carol Morrison, present
Also Present
Mr. Michael Mingea, Arborist, Code Enforcement Department
Approval of the March 8, 2000 Regular Meeting Minutes
Discussions followed regarding page three, that Chinese Talbot "should be Chinese
Tallow"; and on page four, the second line should read "And if Board Member Helgeson
would prepare a preliminary budget, which she agreed to do."
MOTION BY BOARD MEMBER DICKINSON. "I MAKE A MOTION THAT
WE APPROVE THE MARCH 8, 2000 MINUTES WITH THE CORRECTIONS."
SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER MORRISON. DISCUSSION.
VOTE:
BOARD MEMBER DICKINSON: AYE
VICE CHAIRPERSON FERGUSON: AYE
CHAIRPERSON BEECHER: AYE
BOARD MEMBER MORRISON : AYE
BOARD MEMBER HARBIN : AYE
BOARD MEMBER HELGESON : AYE
MOTION CARRIED.
.:. .:. AGENDA NOTE: THE FOLLOWING AGENDA ITEMS ARE
DOCUMENTED IN THE ORDER DISCUSSED. .:..:.
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II. REGULAR
A. OLD BUSINESS
Chairperson Ethel Beecher handed out the completed brochures, for distribution, to the
Board Members.
Discussion ensued regarding the number of brochures printed and the final costs; and
where and how the brochures will be distributed.
Mr. Michael Mingea, Arborist, Code Enforcement Department informed the Board of the
policy and problems of planting between the sidewalks and roads. He also handed out a
copy of a letter addressed to the City Manager, congratulating the City of Winter Springs
on being named as a 1999 Tree City USA and Growth Award Recipient.
The Board discussed the types of trees being given away on Arbor Day (April 29, 2000
from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at both fire stations); the various ways to inform the
residents of the tree give away; and finalizing the plans for Arbor Day.
D. OTHER BUSINESS
Chairperson Beecher read a letter from a resident, Ms. Kim Doran, requesting assistance
from the Board to aid in the replanting and cleanup of the entrance at Charles Street.
The Board discussed the entrance at Charles Street; that the Chairperson will contact
Public Works concerning the entrance; and what the Board had done in the past to
beautify the entrance.
Tape I/Side B
B. THE 2001 BUDGET
Board Member Dart Helgeson distributed a draft of a proposed budget to Board
Members. Discussed followed regarding a Business Partnership Program; the
landscaping and maintenance of traffic calming areas; capital improvements remaining in
the Public Works budget; printing expenses; new City Beautification Brochures; monies
need for landscaping and refurbishment of existing medians and islands; and signage for
trails, parks and historic landmarks.
Mr. Mingea informed the Board that the City will be holding a dedication ceremony at
the Central Winds Park on National Arbor Day. Mr. Mingea also mentioned that trees
would be planted; and that he will read the proclamation from the Mayor recognizing.
Arbor Day.
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Mr. Mingea departed at 8:38 p.m.
The Board reviewed the figures for the proposed budget. They also discussed the role the
Board played in the past in designing landscaping; beautifying the City Hall building; the
Community Education and Involvement Program; general operating expenses; and that
Board Member Helgeson will revise the proposed budget for the next meeting.
C. REVIEW OF MISSION STATEMENT
This Agenda Item was not discussed.
II. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
. Finalize the 2001 Budget
. Discussion of Pearl Road Island
. Review of Mission Statement
. Update on Charles Street
Tape 2/Side A
IV. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION BY BOARD MEMBER FERGUSON. "I MOVE THAT WE ADJOURN
THIS MEETING". SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER MORRISON. THE
BOARD AGREED TO THE MOTION BY CONSENSUS.
Chairperson Beecher adjourned the meeting at 9:09 p.m.
Minutes Respectfully Submitted by: Debbie Gillespie, City Clerk's Office
City of Winter Springs
Note: Due to technical difficulties Tape 2 is not available.
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