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City of Casselberry Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Regular Meeting—October 12, 2021 5. Discussion and Review of the 30% Plans for the Development of "Wheel Park" — Phase 1 and "Wheel Park" — Phase 2 Dr. Kelly Brock, Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer presented 30% plans for "Wheel Park" — Phase 1 and "Wheel Park" — Phase 2. He first gave an overview of the Parks Planning and Bond Referendum. Dr. Brock then introduced Mr. Cas Suvongse with SK Consortium, lead designer on the project. Mr. Suvongse began with the conceptual plan and refined conceptual plan for "Wheel Park" — Phase 1 and "Wheel Park" — Phase 2. He also reviewed key elements of the plan and described various renderings of the conceptual plans. Next, Dr. Brock then shared feedback from the public input meeting held on Thursday, October 7, 2021. Board Member Dia Nordstrom provided suggestions about the accessibility of the proposed playground equipment and the number of water fountains planned. She also mentioned the need for shade, pedestrian crosswalks, and dog waste stations. Board Member Santiago also discussed the crosswalks on Winter Park Drive and need for shade in the park. Further discussion on the operations of the park continued. Board Member Katy Farmer also mentioned the accessibility of the playground equipment and asked about the liability of accidents at the park. Chairwoman Icenhower discussed the intent of the playground and the equipment to be selected for "Wheel Park" — Phase 1. She also asked about the impervious surface as related to flooding concerns. Further discussion ensued. Chairwoman Icenhower opened the floor for public input. Alva Bowman, 286 Lake Griffin Circle, Casselberry, expressed concern about the buffering between the residential area and the park and about the proposed pedestrian crosswalks or speed tables. He referenced Orange County's new pedestrian stop lights and commended the board for their support of pervious parking blocks. Mr. Bowman also spoke about generating revenue through sponsorship of park amenities and installing a 9-1-1 call box. Donna Peterson, 232 Hancock Court, Casselberry, asked if there was any fencing in the proposed plans, and if the plans included refreshment sales or concessions. Discussion continued.