HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 07-28-15CULTURE AND LEISURE SERVICES BOARD
MEETING MINUTES
JULY 28, 2015
A Meeting of the Culture and Leisure Services Board was held on July 28th, 2015, at the Cape
Canaveral Public Library, 201 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida. The meeting was called to
Order at 5:30 p.rn. by Chairperson Gene Petre, The Secretary called the roll.
MEMBERS PRESENT
Gene Petre Chairperson
Douglas Raymond Vice Chairperson
John Dattilo
Barry Schoenholz
Maureen Michel
Marlene Woodside
Mickie Kellum
OTHERS PRESENT
Gustavo Vergara
Molly Thomas
Leisure Services Director
Board Secretary
ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS:
1. Approval of Meeting Minutes of May 26, 2015
Motion by Mrs. Woodside, seconded by Mr. Schoenholz to approve Meeting Minutes of May 26,
2015 as written. Vote on the motion carried unanimously.
2. Staff Reports
Mr. Vergara reviewed his Staff Report and summarized Leisure Services activities/updates as
follows: reminded board to stay current on upcoming changes via the City's weekly updates; noted
success and popularity of summer youth programs, particularly the City's Summer Camp; reported
high attendance and positive feedback for the Street Eats on Taylor Ave food truck event;
recognized generous donations made by the VFW Post #10131 and Ladies Auxiliary for the
Backpack Jamboree and youth sports scholarships; announced department's procurement of
Commemorative Tree and Bench Program and the installation of first memorial bench at Manatee
Sanctuary Park; announced the addition of Wallyball to the repertoire of available sports at the
Recreation Complex; discussed the local history and cultural resource management projects of
Leisure Services staff member, Molly Thomas, and their benefit to the city.
Mr. Petre thanked Mr. Vergara for his Report.
OLD BUSINESS:
• Mr. Petre discussed possibility of reviving the Life Trail equipment sponsorship program.
• Mr, Vergara cited that staff has found no established history of the program.
• Mr. Petre raised issue of underutilization of Manatee Sanctuary Park — cites need of
playground equipment and possibility of moving equipment from Banana River Park
• Mr. Schoenholz cites that underutilization is a misconception and that each park resonates
to its particular audience
• Mr. Vergara discussed the possibility of obtaining a FRDAP grant to fund the purchase of
playground equipment
• Ms. Kellum made inquiry regarding the City's acquisition of Cherie Down Park
• Mr. Vergara indicated that there has been no change in the status of that project
NEW BUSINESS:
Mr. Vergara announced funding approval for Phase I and Phase II improvements at
Banana River Park
At the request of Mr. Petre, Mr. Vergara described the amenities to be included in each
phase
Mr. Vergara affirmed plans for property demarcation between Banana River Park and
Puerto Del Rio
Mr. Petre reminded members that the next meeting of the Culture and Leisure Services Board is
Tuesday, September 29, 2015.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 6:114 p.m.
Approved on this “1,'" day of
Gene Petre, Chairperson
Molly Thomas, Barc Secretary
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