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City of Casselberry Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Regular Meeting—September 14, 2021 Ms. Kristin Caborn, Director of Park System Planning, GAI, Inc. began with a review of the master planning process, noting the concerns related to the location of additional parking. Next, Mr. Sean Lackey, Architect, Sean Lackey Architecture, LLC presented the historical research of the Brightwater Estate. Mr. Lackey informed the Board that there is a file for this property on the Florida Master Site File, and the potential future opportunity for it being listed on the National Trust for Historic Preservation list. Mr. Lackey presented photos of the property in its present state and gave historical background to changes and additions from the original plans. Ms. Caborn then reported on the comparable local venues researched by the consultants. The following presenter was Mr. Frank Bellomo, Senior Landscape Architect, GAI, Inc. He presented initial conceptual site plans for the property. Then, Mr. Thomas M. Goodwill, Architect, Wannemacher Jensen Architects, Inc., presented conceptual architectural plans. Lastly, Ms. Caborn reviewed the public input meeting held on September 1, 2021. Chairwoman Icenhower then opened the floor for comments from the public. Barry Campbell, 231 Oak Wood Road, Winter Springs, expressed positive sentiments regarding the historical preservation and historical nature of the site. Gerold Wesol, 942 Niblick Drive, Casselberry, spoke of concern regarding the potential of increased cut -through traffic. Bill Hufford, 527 Queens Mirror Circle, Casselberry, commented on some of the proposed elements and emphasized his preference for a passive park. Nole (Thomas) Day, 709 S Lost Lake Lane, Casselberry, also commented on some of the proposed elements and emphasized his preference for a passive park. Colleen Hufford, 527 Queens Mirror Circle, Casselberry, voiced her support for the events center on the north side and a passive park with opportunities for learning activities. Brenda Hendricks, 705 S Lost Lake Lane, Casselberry, expressed concern regarding light pollution. She also mentioned the size of the comparable venues. Kelly Kester, 376 S Lost Lake Lane, Casselberry, stated he agreed with Ms. Hendricks.