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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998 04 15 Other CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA 1126 EAST STATE ROAD 434 WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA 32708-2199 Telephone (407) 327.1800 Community Development PLANNING & ZONING BOARD I LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY AGENDA ITEM: I. APPROVAL OF APRIL 1, 1998 PLANNING & ZONING BOARDILPA MINUTES Submitted by: Andrea Lorenzo-Luaces Deputy city Clerk MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING BOARDILPA APRIL 1, 1998-REGULARMEETING I. CALL TO ORDER Pledge Of Allegiance The Planning and Zoning BoardlLPA meeting was called to order Wednesday, April 1, 1998 at 7:00 p,m. by Chairman Bill Fernandez 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 Bill Fernandez, Chainnan, present Tom Brown, Vice Chainnan, present Gene Lein, present Carl Stephens, present Rosanne Karr, arrived at 7:05 p.m. Also Present Tom Grimms, A1CP, Comprehensive Planning/Zoning Coordinator Don LeBlanc, Land Development Coordinator Brook Seal1, Parks & Recreation Department Director Approval Of The March 18,1998 Planning & Zoning BoardlLocal Planning Agency Regular Meeting Minutes It was asked that the following correction to the March 18, 1998 minutes be noted: On page two, line twenty of the second paragraph - the third word "involuntary" should be "voluntary". Motion by Gene Lien. Seconded by Tom Brown. It was agreed that with the revision to the minutes, that the motion to adopt the minutes of March 18, 1998 would be by consensus of the Board. Motion passed. II. REGULAR AGENDA A. Conceptual Plans for Discount Auto Parts Don LeBlanc, Land Development Coordinator explained to the Board that "The conceptual plan is...for the developer to get an idea of what you..,you'lI be looking for, and,. ,focusing in on prior to him starting the fonnal engineering, and this is infonnational only", Rosanne Karr arrived at 7:05 p,m, MINUTES PLANNING'" ZONING BOARDILPA REGULAR MEETING. APRIL I, 1998 PAGE20Fl Mr. LeBlanc introduced Mr. Ken Ehlers, (608 Lakespur Lane, A1tamonte Springs), the Engineer of Record, representing Discount Auto Parts. There was discussion on the sprinkling of the building; the location and size of parking spaces; street lighting; landscaping; and signage. It was noted that the North arrow on the plan is incorrectly designated, and that it will be corrected. Chairman Bill Fernandez spoke of coordinating the 434 Corridor Visioning Plan with this proposed plan; and asked about the proposed landscaping and irrigation (which will be shown at Formal Engineering); and sidewalks along State Road 434 and Sherry Avenue. Chairman Fernandez stated that "I'm going to be looking for, something as equally good as I-Drive, better than Lake Mary - I want something very eye pleasing and aesthetically pleasing; so, I'm going to be looking for a lot of green, a lot of landscape...", It was noted by Chairman Fernandez and Mr. Ehlers that the utility lines will be underground. There was further discussion about container fields, dumpsters, and a bicycle rack. Board Member Carl Stephens also voiced his concern about landscaping, and asked about the specific sizes of "green space" relative to parking spaces. Mr, Ehlers asked the Board to clarify what they looked for in the design of a water retention area/water feature. Chairman Fernandez replied saying "Fountain...something like that...that makes it look pretty". He further added, "No fences around...the water feature.. .no chain link fences.. .gradual slope". B. Discussion with Brook Seall, Parks and Recreation Director Per Pages 32 Through 38 of the Draft Evaluation and Appraisal Report (EAR) Tom Grimms, AICP, Comprehensive Planning/Zoning Coordinator introduced to the Planning and Zoning Board/LP A, Mr. Brook Seall, Parks & Recreation Department Director. Mr. SeaII gave the Board a brief history of his professional experience, and told them "I want you to have a little faith in me, that I can bring to you the most up-to-date, exacting science there is in our business, without having to go outside for a consultant". Mr. Seall then explained about the results of surveys that were completed by area residents, and that he wanted the Board to know "What the people said they want in this community". He further added that the community considers itself to be a "Park Community", Board Member Brown was interested in Mr. Seall updating the EAR with the newest information as soon as possible, and said to Mr. Seall, "Do you think yoiJ could have something back to us in...before June 1st"? Mr. Seall replied, "Most definitely". MINUTES PLANNING'" WNING BOARDILPA REGULAR MEETINO. APRIL 1. 1998 PAOE3 OF S Mr. Seall told the Board that "We had twenty-three meetings with neighborhood groups, in the City last spring". A survey was completed by the participants, and they were asked "To respond on two levels...to respond on what they wanted for their local park...and also what their thought were as to...a public swimming pool, and expansion of Central Winds, or a major service area". Mr. Seall also said that flyers were distributed door-to-door within a quarter-mile radius of each park, along with related newspaper advertising. He further added that they have just formulated a contract with Starmer and Rinaldi (of Winter Springs) for the engineering and design of six or seven local parks within the City; (this design agreement excludes the new Trail Head and Centriu Winds Park). Mr, Seal explained what was in store for the following parks: Il> Sam Smith Park: This park will remain basically the same - it will just be re-built to include walk-ways; a large tot-lot; a large youth-oriented play area; a gazebo/shelter area; seating around the lake; a partial walk-way around the lake; and one light. Mr. Seall noted that the community did not want this park open after dark, nor did they want rest room facilities. Il> Moss Park: Approximately one-acre in size, this park is being re-built with consideration of the large amount of neighborhood teenagers. There will be basketball courts; a half-shelter; seating; a narrow bridge; a tot-lot; a play area for older children; a walk-way around the lake; a parking lot; and lighting. Il> Sunshine Park: Located at the site of the "old City Hall" - this park will have a modernized shelter; basketball courts; (recently improved tennis courts); a tot area; and improvements around the lake. Il> Torcaso Park: Plans for this include reworking the lake "Into a pristine water...we're going to use every modem technique to purifY and oxygenate this water and we're going to stock it... with fish for the kids". Also included at this site will be lighted basketball courts; several play areas; rest room facilities; a gazebo; a nine-foot walk-way completely around the lake with benches, picnic tables, and lighting; small fishing piers; and a lighted fountain. Mr. Seall added that the City Manager is interested in having a walkway across the lake with a gazebo in the middle of the lake - so this is under consideration. Il> Trotwood Park: This "community" or "neighborhood" park will be getting a major renovation to include re-building the drainage and surface of the fields, the walk-ways, and the parking. There are also plans to renovate the shelters, and to build boardwalks and a gazebo, Recent alterations (either already completed or underway) include tennis and racquetball courts; parking; and an exercise track. MINUTES PLANNING & WNING BOARDILPA REGULAR MEETING. APRIL I, 1998 PAGE40FS ll> Central Wmds Park: An expansion plan for this park was shown, along with the park's proximity to the Trail. Mr. Seall also pointed out where two lighted soccer fields; a new concession stand; a little-league complex; and an extensive swimming pool area (to include a fifty-meter swimming pool) will be located. Mr. Seall also told the Board that the County just approved a 1.5 million dollar agreement to build a bridge over State Road 434. He also explained that the plans for the parks are a product of community endorsement; are "subjective" in nature; and he elaborated on some of the problems such as below minimum standards for park services. Board Member Rosanne Karr asked Mr, Seall "When is the,..when are the improvements going to be finished"? Mr, Seall explained that designs are due around the end of July, and after that, it will be up to the City Commission. Board Member Stephens asked about the budget for each park. Mr. Seall said that he would get that infonnation to each of the Board Members over the next week. There was further discussion about other parks, including one in the Ranchlands; and the possibility of recommending the closing of several parks in the City due to potential liability. Motion: "I'd like to make a motion that...that we accept the presentation as it's presented this evening on the Parks, the City of Winter Springs' Parks, the neighborhood Parks, and pages 32 through 39 with the updates and revisions that have been presented to us, that will be presented in ama rough form prior to June the Ist, for our final approval. I'd like to make that motion now that we accept what he has presented this evening, and accept for the...this...we can call it a first reading if...that sounds satisfactory for the Evaluation and...and the Appraisal Report, that we're beginning to review...that we would consider that we've approved, pages 32 through 39 with the updates and revisions, withmgood understanding" . Discussion. Chairman Fernandez reiterated the motion as "Accept his...comments...presentation and comments that be will submit to us eitber in draft or final fonn, on or before July 1, an update of pages 30 through...dealing witb the recreational element of...". He further added that "It's been moved by Mr. Brown to...accept the report and also to upda,te Element E, starting on page 31 of the Evaluation and Appraisal Report, to have that report back to us by June 1 of 1998. Now June 1 is a Monday, how about we shoot for June 3rd, which is a Wednesday". Motion by Brown. Seconded by Karr. The motion was carried unanimously by consensus of the Board. Motion passed. C. Annexation of 1.279 Acres on South Side of Orange Avenue Tom Grimms, AlCP, Comprehensive Planning/Zoning Coordinator addressed the Board MINUTES PLANNING & WNING BOARDILPA REGULAR MEETING. APRIL I, 1998 PAGE' OF' with Stafi's findings on this proposed voluntary annexation. There was discussion about the property being kept in its natural state; current County Zoning status; and recommending that the property owner apply for "City Featured Land Use Map Designation and City Zoning Designation". Motion: "I move that we recommend to the City Commission, that the City Commission annex the 1.279 acre parcel into the City, and keep it in it's natural state forever". Chairman Fernandez added "And recommend that the applicant apply for Future Land Use as well as Zoning changes, under the City's Rules and Reg's". Motion by Karr. Seconded by Stephens. Discussion. The motion was carried unanimously by consensus of the Board. Motion passed. D. Draft Bylaws/Rules of Procedure for the P&Z BoardILPA Motion: "I move that we table it". Motion by Karr. THIS ITEM IS TABLED UNTIL THE APRil. 15, 1998 MEETING. The motion was carried unanimously by consensus of the Board. Motion passed. III. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS · A discussion on Element E, starting on page 3 I of the Evaluation and Appraisal Report (EAR), prior to June 3, 1998. · Draft BylawslRules of Procedure for the P&Z BoardlLPA for the April IS, 1998 Meeting. · Rough Draft of the Evaluation and Appraisal Report (EAR) for the April IS, 1998 Meeting. · Extend an invitation to Mr. Kip Lockcutf, Director, UtilitylPublic Works Department to discuss pages 39 through 60 of the Evaluation and Appraisal Report (EAR), which deals with Wastewater Management. IV. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Fernandez adjourned the meeting at 8:29 p.m. Minutes respectfully submitted by: Andrea Lorenzo-Luaces. Deputy City Clerk City of Winter Springs. Florida IJOCSlboardsIplanninglfY97981minutesl040 198,doc