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10-14-23 Town Hall Adopted MinutesMINUTES its-1ri,, . Town Hall Meeting i; Saturday, October 14, 2023 -10:00 AM Jordan Park Community Center City Hall, 800 Seminole Road Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 ATTENDANCE: Present: Bruce Bole, Commissioner - Seat 2 (District 1308) Michael Waters, Commissioner - Seat 3 (District 1307) Candace Kelly, Commissioner - Seat 4 (District 1306) Curtis Ford, Mayor Jessica Ring, Commissioner - Seat 5 (District 1312) Also Present: Kevin Hogencamp, Deputy City Manager (DCM) Ladayija Nichols, Deputy City Clerk (DCC) Amanda Askew, Planning & Community Development Dir. (PCDD) CALL TO ORDER Mayor Ford called the meeting to order at 10:01 a.m. TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION AND PUBLIC COMMENT Commissioner Kelly spoke about the history and purpose of the Parks Master Plan. Parks Master Plan Update Link to Parks Master Plan PCDD Askew presented on the Parks Master Plan and informed everyone that the City would like input from the community. She announced that there will be public meetings held on October 24, 2023 at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. and on November 6, 2023. She presented a picture of a Parks map (which is attached hereto and made a part of this Official Record as Attachment A). She also distributed a Survey (which is attached hereto and made a part of this Official Record as Attachment B) and encouraged everyone to complete and return to her. 10-14-23 Attachment A 10-14-23 Attachment B 2 PUBLIC COMMENT - OPEN TOPICS Mark Davenport advocated for more pickleball in the community. Clint Burbridge informed everyone of a tournament that occurred in June/July that raised money for expansion of the pickleball courts and shared that proceeds were given to the City. He encouraged the Commission to be flexible with the Parks Master Plan. Town Hall October 14, 2023 Ellen Glasser encouraged the Commission to keep process in mind when making property purchases. Mary Dick expressed her thoughts on pickleball involvement. Sam Veal thanked the Commission for their work with parks. He informed everyone that he is a representative from the First Dink Foundation and spoke about what the organization does. Commissioner Waters complimented the program. Mr. Veal mentioned that the program is developing mentors and coaches to help work with youth. Sarah Boren thanked the Commission and staff for holding public meetings and for their work. She spoke about the Baker Center and offered suggestions for the upgrades. She also spoke on the following topics: resiliency, Dora Street, Beach access and trees. Mayor Ford recognized speakers who did not fill out cards: Ellen Golombek expressed her thoughts on the City's potential purchase of a property and parking throughout the City. Commissioner Bole encouraged everyone to get involved with the Beaches Town Center Agency. Sam Veal expressed additional thoughts on the pickleball courts. Sarah Boren spoke about the Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) and shared examples of things citizens could ask them for. Commissioner Bole provided insight on safety issues regarding parking, shuttle services and the funding concerns for certain requests. Jane Wytzka thanked the Commission for Tai Chi, requested a bench at the 2nd Street beach access and expressed concerns about noise from contractors. Lenny Jevic, Beaches Veterans Memorial Park Historian, invited everyone to their Veterans' Day Ceremony on November 11, 2023 at 9 a.m. He advocated for an additional community center and for police to walk through the parks. Joseph Schwarz expressed that he would like to see more veterans resources offered. Ellen Glasser expressed that she is not opposed to the Almost Home property purchase but reminded everyone of the importance of not taking away from what's already been planned for the Baker Center. Commissioner Ring spoke to Ellen Glasser's comments. She also mentioned the citizens have limited space available regarding the ability to rent out community centers. She mentioned that Town Hall October 14, 2023 the Boys & Girls Club utilizes the space for after school programs. She expressed that the Almost Home property came about at the perfect time. DCM Hogencamp mentioned that Monday through Friday from 2 to 7 p.m., Jordan and the Gail Baker Centers are being utilized for children's programming. He informed that rentals are available on the weekends and weekday mornings at these centers. He mentioned that it is undecided if the facilities will continue to be available for renting during those times. Ellen Golombek expressed concerns about where the money is coming from to purchase the Almost Home property and the cost to run the building. Sarah Boren expressed that she would love another community center. She inquired about who handles community centers and suggested that they be a part of the Parks Master Plan. DCM Hogencamp shared that the programming of centers are under the Cultural Arts and Recreation Department. Commissioner Bole mentioned that the City has been very successful in getting grants and confidence in being able to get funding for an additional center. Joyce Freeman inquired about being able to rent the community centers in the future. DCM Hogencamp expressed that he's predicting the ability to do so will come back but not during weekday nights due to the centers being utilized by the Boys & Girls Club. Joyce expressed that the centers are a staple in the community. Jenn Stemack expressed her support for more pickleball courts. Judd Williams expressed that he would like to see bands, music, and a pickleball court expansion. DeAnne Yates inquired about the plan for a walking pass around the Jordan Park parameter. PCDD Askew informed that it is planned to go around all of the green space and that it has not come into Tuition because it has not been put into the budget yet. Brent Greenwood thanked the Commission for hosting the Town Hall. 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Install mural on private property Beach Accesses Plan Recommendations Status 1. Policy for benches, trash cans, etc. Completed 2. Remove Landscape that creates private looks On-going 3. Reduce signage at accesses 4. Consistent hardscape/landscape Splash pad Bull Memorial Park (Active) Plan Recommendations status 1. Remove berm around tree Install bike safety course 2. Bike parking at entrances 2. 3. Relocated UPS mail box 4. Move curb/sidewalk on 7`h St Splash pad 5. Improve cross walks at E Coast and Ocean 4. 6. Repose area around big palm tree Donner Park (Active) Plan Recommendations Status 1. Install bike safety course 2. Expand multi -use field 3. Splash pad Under construction 4. Add walking path around perimeter 5. Add bottle filling stations Completed 6. Add shade near courts budgeted 7. Improve entrance from Dudley St 8. Replace mural on bathroom 9. Install mural/buffer at lift station 10. Screen chain link fence (western area) Trees planted 11. Convert western basketball court for child size Area now will be splash pad Return to planning Dept or email aaskew@coab.us 2023 Recommendations 2023 Recommendations 2023 Recommendations 2023 Recommendations Attachment B to 10-14-23 Minutes Dutton Island Preserve (Passive) Plan Recommendations status 1. Wayfinding signage at trailheads 2. 2. Maintain/replace educational signage along trails 3. 3. Elevate camps sites that get flooded 4. 4. Bike parking (entrance and fishing piers) 5. 5. Install recycling bins at fishing piers 6. 6. Bat boxes 7. 7. Seating and shade at each boardwalk overlook On-going 8. Add dog friendly waste bags and water fountains 9. Trash bins at all trail entrances Started 10. Stabilize trail surfaces in low-lying areas On-going 11. Remove exotic/invasive species Volunteer efforts 12. Restore freshwater pond Fairway Villas Park (Passive) 2023 Recommendations Plan Recommendations status 2023 Recommendations 1. Survey Whood regarding amenities 2. Add signage Frazier Park (Passive) Plan Recommendations Status 1. Maintain existing trees On-going 2. Transition to xeriscape Howell Park (Passive) Plan Recommendations status 1. Maintain/update educational signage 2. Install gazebo 3. Bike parking at all entrances 4. Plant landscaping around lift station 5. ADA parking space 6. Install wayfinding signage 7. Pervious pavement to connect JRP to Bull Park through Howell Park Return to planning Dept or email aaskew@coab.us 2023 Recommendations 2023 Recommendations Attachment B to 10-14-23 Minutes Jack Russell Park (Active) Plan Recommendations Status 1. Rain gardens and bioswales along drainage ditch Reconfigured 2. Plant shade trees along walking path Completed 3. Add bike parking at Seminole Rd entrance near tennis courts 4. Install low -light low-level ped. lighting along walking path Added 5. Exercise facilities along walking path Added 6. Repurpose racquet ball courts 7. Add benches by basketball court Competed 8. Bottle filling station Completed 9. Replace mural on racquetball courts 10. Install community garden bw skate park and tennis courts On-going Johansen Park (Passive) Plan Recommendations status 1. Refurbish/restore memorial planter Reconfigured 2. Pervious walking trail Added 3. Wayfinding and educational signage along trail 4. Dog waste bag stations Added 5. Add picnic tables/benches Added 6. Public art 7. Add trash cans Added 8. Butterfly garden 9. Add native plans 10. Replace dead trees On-going 11. Educational signage for trees 12. Add entrance sign at northern end 13. Wayfinding signage on Park Terrace E Jordan Park (Active) Plan Recommendations status 1. Add parking that is accessible and clear Reconfigured 2. Install/improve lighting Added 3. Add walking paths around perimeter 4. Multi -use path along Jordan St to connect to Donner Rd path 5. Exercise equipment 6. Bike racks at all entrances 7. Enhance Jordan St entrance Return to planning Dept or email aaskew@coab.us 2023 Recommendations 2023 Recommendations 2023 Recommendations Attachment 0 to 10-14-23 Minutes Marvin's Garden Plan Recommendations Status 1. Make feel like a city owned park 2. 2. Upgrade play equipment to stand COAB equipment 3. 3. Add sign 4. River Branch Preserve (Passive) Plan Recommendations Status 1. Add educational sign at W. 6`h St overlook 2. 2. Maintain/repair kayak route signage 3. Rose Park & Rose Dog Park (Active) Plan Recommendations status 1. Bat boxes 2. Water bottle filling station 3. Landscape around playground Some 4. Dog wash station 5. Public art Selva Preserve (Passive) Plan Recommendations status 1. Delay improvements until COAB knows Added development to the north walking path and signs 2. Add no trespassing signage No longer needed Tide Views Preserve (Passive) Veterans Park (Active) Waters Park (Passive) Plan Recommendations Status 1. Install turf block 2. Keep park passive On-going Return to planning Dept or email aaskew@coab.us 2023 Recommendations 2023 Recommendations 2023 Recommendations 0 2023 Recommendations 2023 Recommendations Attachment B to 10-14-23 Minutes Plan Recommendations Status 1. Signage at kayak launches to show kayak trail 2. Bike tracks at each entrance 3. Seating/shade along drainage pond Completed 4. Pervious path around drainage pond 5. Wayfinding along trailheads 6. Maintain education signage 7. Add fishing line recycling to fishing piers 8. Entrance sign to Camelia St. 9. ADA access to sunset pier 10. Add path around drainage pond from Camelia St. Suggestions for Programing Plan Recommendations Status 3. Plant shade trees On-going 4. Grade lawn to create slope 5. Wrap electric box 6. Plant bushes screening around electrical substation 7. ID parking area with signage 8. Add pavilion 9. Add water fountain Completed 10. Signage about purpose of the park 11. Restrooms Completed 12. Bike parking 13. Sign at Mayport Road entrances Return to planning Dept or email aaskew@coab.us 2023 Recommendations 2023 Recommendations