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City of Casselberry Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Regular Meeting — September 11, 2018 Discussion ensued regarding various aspects of the grant application and proposed improvements to the park, including timeline for the grant process. Member Lallathin voiced her concern for the City's liability regarding the "Wheel Park". Member Lallathin moved that the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board recommend to the City Commission that it move forward with application for the FRDAP (Florida Recreation Development Assistant Program) Grant for Wheel Park Phase II and approve the new project concept, as presented. Motion was seconded by Member Icenhower. Motion passed unanimously 5-0. b. Park Updates Ms. Moore gave the following updates regarding recent park improvements: • Lake Concord Park — Additional wayfinding signage has been added which includes mileage for walkers and runners to track their distances. Still waiting for the ADA (Americans With Disabilities Act) playground and an update on the Land and Water Conservation Fund grant from the U.S. National Park Service which was submitted in the Spring of 2018. The project is currently ranked number 2 on the list. • Greenway Trail — The missing bench has been replaced and car stops have been removed from the cut -through path at the Marigold bike trail. • Crystal Bowl Park — Wayfinding signage has been added. • Dew Drop Park — New roofs have been installed on the restrooms and pavilion. Safety inspection of the playground equipment has been completed and other inefficiencies have been corrected. • Lake Hodge Park — Resurfacing of the basketball and tennis courts has been completed and striping is in place for the pickleball courts. • Lancelot Park — New signage has been installed. • Sunset Park — Historical marker has been moved. • Veterans Memorial Park — The bronze plaque purchased by the Veterans Club of Casselberry has been installed and the Board members will be advised when the official unveiling has been scheduled. 6. Staff Report — Event and Program Updates Ms. Linda Moore presented upcoming events as follows: • Art & Music in the Park and Food Truck Bazaar — Friday, September 14th from 6-9 p.m. featuring Spanish -style guitarist Michael Petrovich, in conjunction with the celebration of Hispanic Month • Track Shack Battle of the Bands 5K — Saturday, September 15th beginning at Lake Concord Park at 7:30 a.m. Event will also include a Mini Craft Beer Fest for attendees over the age of 21. • Country Jam Concert in conjunction with Art & Music in the Park and Food Truck Bazaar at Lake Concord Park Friday, October 12th from 6-9 p.m., featuring awarding winning songwriter and country artist Kendell Marvel. K