HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 11-25-14CULTURE AND LEISURE SERVICES BOARD
MEETING MINUTES
NOVEMBER 25, 2014
A Meeting of the Culture and Leisure Services Board was held on November 25th, 2014, at the
Cape Canaveral Public Library, 201 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida. The meeting was
called to Order at 5:30 p.m. by Chairperson Gene Petre. The Secretary called the roll.
MEMBERS PRESENT
Gene Petre Chairperson
Doug Raymond Vice Chairperson
John Dattilo
Barry Schoenholz
Marlene Woodside
Maureen Michel
Mickie Kellum
OTHERS PRESENT
Gustavo Vergara
Molly Thomas
Leisure Services Director
Board Secretary
ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS:
1. Approval of Special Meeting Minutes of September 23, 2014
Motion by Mr. Shoenholz, seconded by Mrs. Woodside to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes
of September 23, 2014 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: Manatee Park pedway paving project is complete; GLE Facilities & Environmental
Consultants was selected for Banana River Park pavilion; the City hosted its first Oyster Mat
workshop at Manatee Sanctuary Park, open only to children of local schools & members of
BCSO PAL, UCF likes the venue and intends on hosting quarterly workshops open to the
general public; discussion of December events: Friday Fest, Vintage is the band and the City is
operating the beverage stand; Light -up Cape Canaveral is employing a new format focusing on
the lighting, new laser lights to be included, as well as carolers, Cape View Choir, refreshments,
and Santa Claus escorted by the CCVFD; Reindeer Run being organized by PAL; Parcnt's Night
Out will be offered at the Youth Center, $5 a child includes food, movies and entertainment for
kids from 6-10pm; Movie in the Park to be held on Dec 19th.
Mr. Petre thanked Mr. Vergara for his report.
OLD BUSINESS:
Mr. Petre asked if the surf and kayak franchise opportunity had been put out for public bids.
Gustavo confirmed and stated that the bids were awarded based on the quality of the proposals
and the locality of the individual businesses, favoring those that were located within the City.
Mr. Petre, Ms, Woodside, Mr. Raymond and Mr. Shoenholz had positive remarks regarding the
improvements at Manatee Sanctuary Park.
NEW BUSINESS:
Ms, Kellum asked if there were any developments regarding her suggestion of a Jazz festival
event. Mr. Vergara indicated that he and the promoter are currently working on a financial
profile and a proposal will be ready in December.
Mr. Petre announced the organization of a Horseshoe Tournament for the Founders Day event.
Mrs. Woodside suggested the introduction of an International Art Show. Mr. Petre advised the
organization of a committee for the event and requested that a detailed proposal be put before the
board.
Mr. Shoenholz inquired as to the City's policy on hitting golf balls in the parks. Mr. Vergara
referenced Article 54 and stated signs will be posted following the completion of the City's
branding initiative.
Mr. Petre inquired about feedback from BCSO regarding dogs on the beach. Mr. Vergara
responded that BCSO indicated that violators are ticketed when caught,
Mr, Petre reminded members that the next meeting of the Board is Tuesday, January 27, 2015.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
Approved on thi 221 day of , 2015.
Gene Petre, Chairperson
Molly Thomas, Sretary
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