TOWN OF INDIALANTIC
Brevard County, Florida 32903
PARKS, RECREATION AND BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
September 28, 2015 Council Chambers 9:00 AM
MINUTES 15-10
Members Present
Catherine Berkman, Chairperson
Larry Michelson, Vice Chairperson
Bill Antonetz
Yvette Campbell
Bernie Gott
Marjorie Schwanbeck
MEMBERS ABSENT
Mindy Ford
JoAnne Nadeau
Lisa Peters
I. Call to Order
Chairperson Ms. Berkman called the meeting to order at 9:05 a.m.
II. Approval of prior Meeting Minutes
Minutes 15-09; August 24, 2015
Ms. Campbell moved to approve the minutes as presented. Mr. Gott seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
III. TOWN HALL REPORT- MR. GERVAIS
ORLANDO PARK, FRDAP FY-15
Project is complete. Replaced the picnic shelter, resurfaced the basketball courts, replaced swing set brackets, added 5 picnic tables, yellow and blue stationary tot cars intended for 2 to 5 year olds and included a rockscape climbing item for older youth that is situated north of the horizontal ladder. Mulch will be installed within the next few days.
NANCE PARK
A bench within the park has been replaced due to damage.
IV. Beautification
Status of Beautification Award sign
Ms. Berkman moved to recognize 530 North Riverside Drive, with the Committee’s beautification sign. Mr. Antonetz seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. Ms. Mercer will send a letter to the property owner advising of the Committee’s decision. The sign will remain at the current location of 200 South Palm Avenue (a/k/a 303 Sixth Avenue), until arrangements have been made to relocate the sign. Nominations for the next location will be brought before the committee at the next scheduled meeting.
Pending Nominations
Oliver-Burgess, 1109 South Magnolia Drive (Campbell)
Paylor, 700 South Riverside Drive (Anonymous, contacted Town Hall twice)
NANCE PARK
Ms. Berkman questioned why the funds were not included in the budget to repair the restrooms. Mr. Chinault explained that the Enterprise Fund lacks sufficient monies at the time to cover such costs. Restroom roof replacement is estimated at $4,600.00. Restroom painting estimated at $4,150.00. Repairs to restroom columns estimates are in the process. Shingle samples and paint color are to be approved by the Town Council. Ms. Campbell moved to approve the monies be used from the Witch Way 5K account and beautification account as presented. Mr. Michelson seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
V. PARKS
Parks Update
Tradewinds Park - Catherine Berkman
No complaints.
Wavecrest Park, Indialantic Ocean Beach Park & Wavecrest Extension Park - Larry Michelson & Mindy Ford
Emergency ramp needs to be trimmed due to vegetation overgrowth. Top railings on the north side of the boardwalk are in need of repair.
Douglas Park & Riverside Park - JoAnne Nadeau
Not present.
Sunrise Park & Sunset Park - Bernie Gott
No complaints.
Gus Carey Park & Sea Park - Marge Schwanbeck & YVETTE CAMPBELL
No complaints.
NANCE PARK & Indian River PARK – BILL ANTONETZ
Nance Park- Mr. Antonetz still desires to have the palm trees in the park trimmed.
Indian River Park- no complaints.
ORLANDO PARK & Dewey Park – LISA PETERS
Not present.
Ms. Campbell mentioned that the Tuckaway Shores fence is in need of repair. Mr. Chinault will look at the situation and take action if needed.
VI. Recreation
TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY, DECEMBER 3, 2015
Ms. Schwanbeck reminded Mr. Gervais to contact Lee’s Wrecker Service for the equipment for the event.
BOOK EXCHANGE
Ms. Berkman advised the Committee that Susan Dieterle’s daughter is in the process of decorating a mailbox, which will be placed in Orlando Park. “The Little Library” mailbox will be installed with the assistance of the Public Works Department. The Committee needs to select a location.
VII. Other
Sell of Luminaries, in conjunction with the Indialantic Heritage Committee
The Committee has agreed to assist with the Heritage Committee in the sale of the luminary kits.
WITCH WAY 5K
Saturday, October 10, 2015 Indialantic and the Rotary Club of Indialantic will be hosting the 8th Annual Witch Way 5K. The Halloween-themed event has been the primary source of funds for recent major boardwalk and beach crossover improvements. Proceeds from this year’s event will be used to continue Indialantic beautification efforts and also be shared with the Rotary, which will donate funds to Space Coast Volunteers in Medicine and No Limits Academy. An after party hosted by Long Doggers will be held at the Indialantic Shopping Center. There will be trick or treating for the kids, a bounce house and music. Race awards will also be given. The event starts in Nance Park at 5:30 pm and ends there around 6:45 pm. Members were invited to join in the festivities by running, walking or cheering the participants through the streets of your neighborhood. To ensure the safety of participants, roads along the course will be closed to thru traffic. We are expecting over 700 participants and want to make sure everyone is safe. Volunteers are needed for this event. Visit www.witchway5k.com for more information.
Mr. Antonetz, Mr. Gott, Mr. Michelson and Ms. Campbell advised they were available to volunteer for the event.
Annual Halloween Party
The 20th annual Halloween Party begins at 4 pm on Saturday, October 24 on Fourth Avenue behind Town Hall. Hayrides and a haunted house provide some unexpected surprises. Games and prizes, refreshments, and entertainment are furnished at no charge however, donations are always welcome. Sponsors and volunteers to work the games and refreshment stations should contact Scott Smith at 223-8955 or .
VIII. Items for next Meeting – monday, october 26, 2015 9:00 a.m. 16-01
IX. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 9:57 a.m.
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Cathy Berkman, Chairperson
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Victoria Mercer, Secretary
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