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<br />The Phase III portion of the trail which goes around the golf course is scheduled to be funded by <br />the FDOT in 2014. Since the City is "shovel ready" with Phase II and Phase III being designed <br />at the same time, the FDOT will move the project out of design and into the work program. This <br />may result in funding a lot sooner, with Phase I & III construction possibly beginning next year. <br /> <br />Phyllis Sheppard asked what projects were planned after the bike trail and Concord Park is <br />completed. Mr. Cruz said that he'd like to improve and renovate some of the parks, especially <br />Dew Drop. Liz Torres commented that the south end of the City needs a park. Mr. Cruz said he <br />was open to suggestions by the Board for future projects. <br /> <br />Manager's Report: <br />. Jazz Concert- February 21 st trom 6-9pm in the field across from City Hall. <br /> <br />. Seminola Park Concept Update- The City is looking into the feasibility of purchasing <br />the properties. A scaled down version of the original plan may be built. The park would <br />still include an exercise trail and pavilion. <br /> <br />June Herron asked about the grant that Mr. Cruz had planned on applying for acquisition <br />of the property. Mr. Cruz replied that the City didn't have enough points to qualify. <br /> <br />Both the Catholic Church and Habitat for Humanity are eager to sell their properties. Mr. <br />Cruz will be meeting with the church next week. <br /> <br />. Little League- Opening day is Saturday, February 21 st. <br /> <br />Board Member Comments <br />June Herron asked about the status of the Masonic Lodge that was burned. Mr. Cruz replied that <br />they want to keep the property and plan to build there in the future. Ms. HelTon also asked if <br />there had been any damage to the landscaping since the cold weather. Mr. Cruz replied that <br />some of the plants in Veteran's Park were damaged, but he'll have to wait to see if they recover. <br />Some plants may need to be replaced. <br /> <br />Audience Participation: <br />Mr. John Casselberry commented on the bike trail master plan. He would like to see the trail go <br />on the north side of the school instead of deep behind the school. He believes that this <br />alternative would cover the same distance and save money. Mr. Cruz replied that it is too late to <br />get an agreement from St. John's River Management to change this portion of the trail. The <br />plans are set and at this point will not be changed. <br /> <br />Adiournment: <br />Butch Spence made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Meeting adjourned at 8:05 pm. <br /> <br /> <br />Alicia Kardell <br />Recording Secretary <br /> <br />Next meeting: March 10, 2009 <br />3 <br />