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CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS
MINUTES
BEAUTIFICATION OF WINTER SPRINGS BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 13, 2000
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Ethel Beecher called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:05 p.m., Wednesday,
December 13, 2000 in the Commission Chambers of the Municipal Building (City Hall,
1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, Florida 32708).
Roll Call
Chairperson Ethel Beecher, present
Vice Chairperson Dawna Ferguson, present
Board Member Alice Bard, present
Board Member James Harbin, present
Board Member Dart Helgeson, present
Board Member Carol Morrison, present
Also Present
Commissioner Cindy Gennell
Mr. Alan Hill, Superintendent, Public Works Department
Mr. Michael Mingea, Arborist, Code Enforcement Department
Approval of the November 8, 2000 Regular Meeting Minutes
The Board discussed the minutes; that the Adjournment Motion was seconded by Board
Member Ferguson; and on page two (2) the word "ELETIONS" should be "ELECTIONS'.
MOTION BY BOARD MEMBER HELGESON. "I MAKE A MOTION THAT WE
APPROVE THE MINUTES AS CORRECTED." SECONDED BY VICE
CHAIRPERSON FERGUSON. THE BOARD AGREED TO THE MOTION BY
CONSENSUS.
.:. .:. AGENDA NOTE: THE FOLLOWING AGENDA ITEMS WERE
DISCUSSED, AS DOCUMENTED. .:. .:.
II. REGULAR
D. Other Business
Chairperson Ethel Beecher introduced Mr. David Wickman of David Wickman &
Asssociates and Commissioner Cindy Gennell; informed the Board that the guests would be
discussing plans regarding landscaping along State Road 434 from Tuskawilla Road to
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State Road 417. Chairperson Beecher further explained that City Commission requested
that Mr. Wickman and Commissioner Gennell appear before the Beautification Board to
exchange ideas in preparation for the City's Grant application.
Mr. David Wickman, David Wickman and Associates: spoke of his preliminary plans for the
landscaping; design problems; of other projects in the area that he designed; various species
recommended for Tuscora Drive; and various palm species.
Chairperson Beecher introduced the Board Members and spoke of their credentials.
The Board discussed the Commission's desire for large trees in the median; various tree
species; the site limit lines; drainage; understory plants; mulch; plants that require low
maintenance; and trees.
Commissioner Cindy Gennell spoke of the City Commission's VISIOn of the "Avenue
effect" .
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Discussion ensued regarding various trees; types of grasses; "understory plants"; variegated
Oak trees; spacing of trees; costs; the Town Center District; wildflowers; areas around
swales; and the size of trees to be planted.
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The Board discussed meeting the standards in one year of planting; specifications; the list
of trees being considered; and trees replaced along State Road 434.
Commissioner Gennell departed at 8:43 p.m.
Mr. Wickman reviewed the Board's list of preferred trees and plants.
Trees along Lake Mary Boulevard; the timetable for submitting the Grant application; and
ifMr. Wickman need "anything additionally" from the Board were also discussed.
A. Old Business
Mr. Alan Hill stated for the record, "I have made notations of the deficiencies in the City
Hall's lighting plan, which include the trees in front not being lit - the tree in the pond - the
garland - and the "Seasons Greetings" sign is not lit tonight. These lighting deficiencies
will be corrected - tomorrow."
The Board discussed the various holiday decorations; and that all Members should review
the Partnership Program handout prior to the next meeting.
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Mr. Hill informed the Board of Ms. Tania Haas', Deputy City Clerk upcoming departure
from the City; and thanked her for all her fine work.
MOTION BY BOARD MEMBER MORRISON. "I MOVE THAT WE TABLE THE
REST OF THE AGENDA ITEMS UNTIL OUR NEXT MEETING IN JANUARY."
SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER BARD. THE BOARD AGREED TO THE
MOTION BY CONSENSUS.
B. Discussion Of The Partnership Program
This Agenda Item was tabled.
C. Election of Officers
This Agenda Item was tabled.
III. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
This Agenda Item was not discussed.
IV. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION BY VICE CHAIRPERSON FERGUSON. "I MOVE THAT WE
ADJOURN THE MEETING." SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER HARBIN.
THE BOARD AGREED TO THE MOTION BY CONSENSUS.
Chairperson Beecher adjourned the meeting at 8:58 p.m.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED:
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DEBBIE GILLESPIE ~
DEPUTY CITY CLERK
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