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City of Casselberry Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Regular Meeting — May 9, 2023 description of the fountain. Additionally, she shared that the City of Casselberry Chamber of Commerce has donated $5000 toward the purchase of the drinking fountain. Ms. Moore requested the Board make a recommendation to the City Commission to approve the purchase of a chilled water fountain from Most Dependable Fountains, Inc., in the amount of $8230 to replace the old drinking fountain located on the east side of Lake Concord Park near the Art House. Upon conclusion of the presentation, Board Chair Katy Farmer opened the floor for comments from the board. Board Member Woody Bass questioned the cost of the installation of the fountain and if that cost was included in the price quote. Ms. Moore stated that the quote for $8230 does not include the cost of installation and currently does not know what the cost would be. Additionally Mr. Bass inquired about the company chosen for the purchase. Ms. Moore shared the City has purchased a fountain from them in the past and is pleased with the product which currently is located at Secret Lake Park. Board Chair Katy Farmer asked for questions or comments from the public. There were none. Board Member Woody Bass moved to provide a favorable recommendation to the City Commission on approval of the purchase of the chilled water fountain for Lake Concord Park as presented by Ms. Moore. Motion was seconded by Board Member LeAnn Nash. Motion carried unanimously 3-0 by voice vote. 6. Staff Reports a) Park Improvements and Updates Linda Moore, Recreation Manager, shared that the renovations of the tennis court at Lake Hodge Park are nearing completion and will be striped for tennis and pickleball. Additionally she shared volunteers from Trustco Bank in Longwood came out on Earth Day to engage in clean up of Lake Concord Park and the Sculpture House garden. b) Recreation Events and Arts Updates There was a tremendous turnout for the Spring Jazz and Art Festival in March as well as for the Earth Fest event in April. Earth Fest included the Drop Savers Program, Cigar Box Festival, tree and plant giveaways, workshops, and a butterfly release. The City has teamed up with Greater Orlando Soccer Academy (GOSA) for the resurrection of youth soccer in the City. Pool season at Wirz Park pool runs from Memorial Day, May 29th to August 13th. Pool passes are available for purchase along with swimming lessons. The city's eight week Summer Camp is full and there is a wait list.