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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998 04 08 Commerce & Industry Development Board Meeting Minutes MINUTES COMMERCE & INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT BOARD APRIL 8, 1998 - REGULAR MEETING I. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 8:17 a.m., Wednesday, April 8, 1998, by Chairperson Mel Glickman in the Conference Room of the Municipal Building (City Hall, 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, Florida 32708). Roll Call Mel Glickman, Chairperson, present Sally McGinnis, Vice Chairperson, present Roger Owen, present Walt Dittmer, absent Bill Hatfield, resigned Also Present Tom Grimms, AlCP, Comprehensive Planning/Zoning Coordinator Brook Seall, Parks & Recreation Department Director Chairperson Mel Glickman stated "You mentioned Bill Hatfield... on the...in the Roll Call...I'd like to put on the record that he has resigned from the Board, per the Board's request, and we are looking to have a new member appointed...by...Commissioner Miller". Approval Of The March 11, 1998 Commerce & Industry Development Board Meeting Minutes The minutes were approved as read. II. REGULAR AGENDA A. Mr. Brook Seall, Director of Parks and Recreation Department to Discuss Future Expansion Plans for the Parks and Recreation Department Chairperson Glickman introduced Mr. Brook Seall, Parks & Recreation Department Director. Mr. Seall eXplained to the Board, about the City's Trails Committee and Ad Hoc Swimming Pool Committee. The results from numerous surveys done in the City, showed that a public swimming pool facility is very high on the list of many citizens. He added that based on a number of meetings with these Boards, and other Neighborhood Meetings, "We came up with an improvement and expansion program for the parks system, hopefully that will take us through the year 2010". MINUTES COMMERCE & INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT BOARD APRIL 8. 1998 - REGULAR MEETING Page 2 of5 Mr. Seall further explained that this plan is broken into two parts. The first is a Local Parks Rehabilitation Program (which includes all the parks in the City, except for Central Winds Park). To gain insight into what citizens wanted for their parks - flyers were distributed, surveys were completed, numerous meetings were held, and even a Bar-B- Que was arranged for a group of residents. Mr. Seall then explained that the second part of the program is Land Acquisition, and that the City is in the process of acquiring twenty-four acres of land, located next to Central Winds Park; (known as the Parker property). Mr. Seall referred to a publication that showed the Master Plan and tentative budgets for the proposed program. He then outlined some of the plans for each of the City's Parks _ as follows: );- Sam Smith Park: Considered a "walk-to" park - it will include such changes as limited parking; a semi-covered tot-lot; a youth-oriented play area; a gazebo; upgraded landscaping, buffer landscaping, second-growth trees; and a concrete walk-way partially around the lake (with seating). It was noted that the area residents did not want rest room facilities. An exercise court had recently been completed and will stay "as-is" at this park. Mr. Seall spoke of possibly burying a power line (at this location), which has been estimated to cost $105,000; budget constraints will determine if this work is in fact completed. );- Moss Park: Park renovations will include rest rooms; lighting; parking; seating; a bridge (if approved); and replacing the tennis court with two basketball courts - this area of the park is primarily being planned for teenagers. In a separate area of the park, there will be a tot-lot; and a walk-way around the lake. Discussion. );- Sunshine Park: This park will basically be re-designed and re-built - it will have an improved two lane entrance/exit; and the old basketball courts will be replaced by two new basketball courts (sized accordingly for elementary-age children). In addition, there will be a tot area; a new shelter; and some improvements around the lake. Mr. Seall noted that this will be considered a "daytime" park, and that the T -Ball fields will remain as presently situated. );- Torcaso Park: Changes for this park include a youth-oriented play area; several small shelters; lighting; a large gazebo; a tot lot; small docks; and the lake will be stocked with fish several times a year. Mr. Seall added that there are also plans to have a lighted fountain in the lake; coach lights; and walk-ways around the lake, (with one walk-way that will continue on to Sunshine Park). MINUTES COMMERCE & INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT BOARD APRIL 8 . 1998 - REGULAR MEETING Page 3 on Discussion. Board Member Roger Owen mentioned that there is a house for sale, (on a street just behind the park), and he felt that the City might want to purchase this house (and others nearby when available) to expand the Park's size when needed. Mr. Seall said that he would check into this matter. There was further discussion regarding this. ~ Trotwood Park: A "major community park" will house a new multi-purpose building (bids will be opened today); and there are further plans to improve the drainage, parking, and the road system. Additional ball fields will be added, along with enhanced landscaping. The plans may also take into consideration a boardwalk area at the lake, in addition to possibly improving the shelters. ~ Winding Hollow Park: Although there was no sketch to show the Board, Mr. Seall eXplained that of the twenty-five acres (in this subdivision) that have been set aside for recreation, only one and a half acres are actually usable. He further explained that this "park" will encompass a small play area. There is no planned parking area for this "park". Mr. Seall spoke briefly about two other parks - Ranchlands Park and Fruitwood Park, and explained that due to potential liability problems for the City, it may be suggested that these parks be closed. A small park located off of Bahama Road is being re-built into an area known as "Grizzly Field". It will include five small football fields with a planned "Grizzly" football program to follow; (300 have already been signed up for this program which will include touch football, tackle football, and cheerleading). Additional practice fields are also planned for Grizzly Field. Mr. Seall said that the previous park improvements that he just explained constitutes a $1.3 million dollar program. The Architectural Design firm of Starmer-Rinaldi (Winter Springs) has been contracted to make the design arrangements. Upon completion of the designs, it will then go before the City Commission. Mr. Seall then discussed the proposed changes and additions planned for Central Winds Park. He showed the Board a drawing, while also referring to the proposed Town Center plan, as he explained some of the changes that are being suggested: a different entrance into the Park, (which will also add approximately 700 parking spaces); and the re- alignment of the Trail to inside the Park property. Mr. Seall also mentioned the recent approval ofa $1.5 million dollar bridge over State Road 434. Additional changes to Central Winds Park may include lighted trails; a swimming pool complex (including a 25 or 50 meter swimming pool; along with a zero-entry pool complete with slides and other features - this pool should accommodate from 500 to 700 people) and it promises to be a main focus point of the newly updated Central Winds Park. Besides the swimming pool complex, there are plans for an athletic area; a little league complex; a softball complex; and a Bandshell. The changes and updates just mentioned represent an estimated cost of $5 or $6 million dollars. MINUTES COMMERCE & INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT BOARD APRIL 8 , 1998 - REGULAR MEETING Page 4 of5 Mr. SeaII next outlined some of the activities and events scheduled for the Fourth of July celebration planned for Central Winds Park. There was a short discussion on what changes (currently planned for Central Winds Park) may not occur if the additional land is not acquired. Board Member SaIIy McGinnis asked if the City was considering building a Golf Course, and there was discussion regarding this subject. Mr. Grimms distributed copies of the "City of Winter Springs Parks . Recreation Department" Brochure to the Board. NOTE: Chairman Glickman suggested that Agenda Item II. D. be covered next. D. Presentation of a City of AItamonte Springs Video and Brochure Tom Grimms, AICP, Comprehensive Planning/Zoning Coordinator introduced a video that the City of Altamonte Springs presented at a Greater Seminole Chamber of Commerce event, a few months ago. The video was viewed in its entirety, and lasted about ten minutes. Discussion ensued regarding possible costs for the City of Winter Springs to produce a similar type of video presentation. Chairman Glickman said that he could produce a similar video for about $10,000 (costs run approximately $1,000 per running minute). Mr. Grimms asked about the cost for individual (duplicated) videos, and Chairperson Glickman replied that such costs would run about $11.00 per video, ("in quantity"). Other marketing ideas were discussed, including updating the City's business brochure. There was other discussion on Scrimsher-owned property within the City limits, along with business dealings with the Scrimsher family; and some of the changes that might occur to businesses within the newly proposed Town Center concept. Mr. Grimms also spoke of possible annexation into the City involving the L.D. Plant and Hi-Flavor Meats properties. B. Goals for the Year C. Formulating an Economic Development Master Plan As there were only three Board members present at today's meeting, Chairman Glickman asked that Agenda Items II. B and II. C. be postponed until a later meeting, and this was agreed to by the Board. MINUTES COMMERCE & INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT BOARD APRIL 8 , 1998 - REGULAR MEETING Page 5 00 ID. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS · Goals for the Year · Formulating an Economic Development Master Plan IV. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Glickman adjourned the meeting at 9:22 a.m. Minutes respectfully submitted by: Andrea Lorenzo-Luaces, Deputy City Clerk City of Winter Springs DOCSlboards/conunercelfY9798/millutesl040898.doc