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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007 02 28 Planning and Zoning Board Workshop Minutes CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY WORKSHOP FEBRUARY 28, 2007 CALL TO ORDER The Local Planning Agency Workshop of Wednesday, February 28, 2007 was called to Order at 7:30 p.m. by Chairman William H. Poe in the Commission Chambers of the Municipal Building (City Hall, 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, Florida 32708). Roll Call: Chairman William H. Poe, present Vice Chairperson Linda Tillis, present Board Member Tom Brown, present Board Member Rosanne Karr, present Board Member Denise Ryser, present Vice Chairperson Linda Tillis led the Pledge of Allegiance. INTRODUCTORY REMARKS In his opening remarks, Chairman Poe explained the Evaluation and Appraisal Report process. Mayor John F. Bush addressed those in attendance and acknowledged Deputy Mayor Sally McGinnis, Commissioner Rick Brown, Commissioner Donald A. Gilmore and Commissioner Joanne M. Krebs who were in the audience. STAFF PRESENTATION Ms. Eloise Sahlstrom, AICP, ASLA, Senior Planner, Community Development Department presented this Agenda Item and displayed the Comprehensive Plan Book which is available on the Web site and in the Lobby at City Hall. Ms. Sahlstrom displayed a PowerPoint presentation and spoke about the hand out entitled "Great Ideas for a Great City" along with a Survey. Various topics identifying major issues were discussed for the future growth and development of Winter Springs. Discussion ensued on Public Transportation. ~ CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC WORKSHOP (PART II) - FEBRUARY 28, 2007 PAGE20F3 Advisory Board Member Rosanne Karr read into the Record a letter from a Winter Springs resident. Mr. Randy Stevenson, ASLA, Director, Community Development Department commented on the roadways in the City of Winter Springs. PUBLIC INPUT Mr. Tyler Weisman, 113 Brookshire Court, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke about beautification issues and above ground utilities. Mr. Tom Waters, 1033 Antelope Trail, Winter Springs, Florida: as Chairman for the Board of Adjustment, Mr. Waters commented of his concerns on the established neighborhoods regarding accessory buildings. Mr. Waters also spoke about traffic concerns. Ms. Pam Carroll, 865 Dyson Drive, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke about the need for an urgent care facility and safer school bus pick up locations. Tape l/Side 8 Ms. Brenda Hayes Brown, 211 Nandina Terrace, Winter Springs, Florida: commented about the aging population; the Code as it relates to older homes; roadways; population; and housing density. Mr. Mathew Matisak, 794 Seneca Meadows Road, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke of redevelopment; senior activities; traffic concerns; beautification of roads; and more tree canopIes. Mr. Tim Rothka, 309 Heatherwood Court, Winter Springs, Florida: as a new resident of Winter Springs, Mr. Rothka referred to a Graph from the presentation and spoke about the housing units. Commissioner Joanne M Krebs, 1002 Taproot Drive, Winter Springs, Florida: mentioned her concerns with future planning, green space, wildlife and commercial development and the need for "sustainability". Commissioner Sally McGinnis, 510 Club Drive, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke briefly about affordable workforce housing. Ms. Yvonne Froscher, 623 Sailfish Road, Winter Springs, Florida: commented about Accessory Dwelling Units, urgent care facility and assisted living facilities. Ms. Froscher also spoke on traffic concerns on State Road 434 and alternative routes, the dog park property site, and the need for a library. CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC WORKSHOP (PART II) - FEBRUARY 28, 2007 PAGE30F3 Ms. Kathryn Fairchild, 1146 Pheasant Circle, Winter Springs, Florida: as a Board Member of the Board of Adjustment, Ms. Fairchild commented on attracting more restaurants and businesses and youth programs. Discussion ensued on hotel and conference centers, theatres and the Greeneway Interchange District. Mayor John F. Bush, 21 Tarpon Circle, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke on the library issue and public transportation. Commissioner Rick Brown, 211 Nandina Terrace, Winter Springs, Florida: commented on the leasing rates in the community. CONCLUDING REMARKS Chairman Poe thanked everyone for coming to the Public Workshop with their comments and concerns. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Poe said, "Motion to Adjourn?" "SO MOVED." MOTION BY ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER BROWN. SECONDED BY ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER KARR. DISCUSSION. WITH CONSENSUS OF THE BOARD, THE MOTION WAS APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED. Chairman Poe adjourned the Workshop at 8:56 p.m. RESPECr~VL~Y SUBMITTED: . .,tClt'I' !,. 15 L{Zl0 L- .. JOAN L. BROWN 1.. EPUTY CITY CLERK J APPROVE : WILLI H. POE, CHAIRMAN PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD/LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY NOTE: These Minutes were approved at the May 2, 2007 Regular Planning and Zoning Board/Local Planning Agency Meeting.