CC 03/20/2019 Minutes - Joint Workshop with PRAB

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CASSELBERRY CITY COMMISSION Minutes of March 20, 2019 — Joint Workshop Page 7 of 8 both sides of the park and was advised by Mr. Suvongse that the plan called for an additional 27 parking spaces; however, one or two of the existing spaces would be lost due to improvements being made for ADA (Americans With Disabilities Act) compliance. Discussion: Discussion ensued amongst the City Commissioners, the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board members, the consultants and staff regarding the various proposed elements of the park, including: whether improvements to the boat ramp and canoe/kayak launch area was for the purposes of launching bigger boats; improvements to accessibility to the boat ramp/launch area for ADA purposes; concerns about removal of softball and baseball fields negatively affecting current league play; planned utilization of the proposed multi- use fields; potential for an additional boat/canoe/kayak launch area; recent refurbishment of existing pavilion; pros and cons of usage of LED (light emitting diode) signage at the site; connectivity; recreation center improvements; potential for larger pavilions to encourage greater usage; programming, improvements and beautification; fishing pier replacement; safety issues and possibility of improvements to the walking trails; popular events held at this location and improvements that would enhance those events; and increased parking needs if there is a larger pavilion and the possibility of further parking enhancements to accommodate those needs. 5. CITIZENS' COMMENTS The following individuals came forward: Ms. Jamie Roselius, 470 Lilac Road, stated that she was a member of the Garden District Community Advisory Board and one of Board's suggestions was to allow the voters to vote on funding for each park separately so they could decide on each park on its own merit. She stated she personally was in support of all the park concepts presented, but as a voter would wish to know the overall cost and potential millage prior to being asked to vote on a referendum. Mr. Walt Bagley, 614 Doheny, expressed concern that the proposed Wheel Park was the only one of the six parks being considered for enhancements that included a community garden element. He also expressed support for changing the land use designation for the adjacent property to encourage commercial enterprises which would in turn provide enhanced tax revenues for the City. Mr. Herb Dickens, 252 Bay Street, suggested there should be signage within the Wheel Park stating that helmets are mandatory for ages 16 and under as required by state law, both for safety and liability issues. No one else came forward. Mayor Glancy thanked all who had attended the meeting, including the City Commission, staff, consultants, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board members and those who were in the audience, and announced that the next joint workshop relating to the park enhancements would be held on April l"