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4404 BURNS ROAD * PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA 33410-4659
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
MINUTES
March 5, 2002
The City of Palm Beach Gardens Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met Tuesday,
March 5, 2002 at the Burns Road Community Center located at 4404 Burns Road, Palm
Beach Gardens. The meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m.
Members present included: Jim Maynor, Mary Anne Hedrick, Bert Premuroso, and
alternate member, Wendy Walker.
Staff present included: Brian McLaughlin, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation,
Jack Doughney, Assistant to City Manager, Kathy Specker, Aquatics Coordinator, and
Mike Kelly, Parks Superintendent.
Not Present: Members, Mark Kenigsberg, Tory Buckley, and Phil Milton.
Upon a motion by Jim Maynor, seconded by Mary Anne Hedrick, the board voted
unanimously to approve the minutes of the November 13, 2001 meeting.
A copy of the proposed survey for the bond referendum, along with changes to the survey
were presented for discussion and review. Upon a motion by Jim Maynor, and seconded
by Wendy Walker, the board voted unanimously to approve the survey along with the
proposed changes, and have the survey returned by May 15, 2002.
The board discussed the feasibility of assigning a specific date for the meetings and
decided to meet the 1St Wednesday of each month.
Discussion was also held concerning the recent resignation by member Charles Torrey
(letter attached). Discussion was held on recruiting new board members.
Chairman Premuroso also stated he would request a letter of resignation from Mark
Kenigsberg.
The board further discussed the potential bond issue. Mr. Doughney stated that the
County would not participate in the development of the proposed district park, as they
felt they had fulfilled their obligation to the project by giving the land to the City.
A request was made to include with the next mailing a copy of the timeline for
developing the district park that is part of the agreement between the City and the
County.
Chairman Premuroso also requested that members be prepared to discuss the distribution
of the survey at the next meeting, which will be held April 3, 2002 at the Burns Road
Community Center beginning at 7:00pm.
Upon a motion by Jim Maynor and seconded by Mary Anne Hedrick the meeting was
adjourned at 7:53pm.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Cheryl L. McQuiston
Administrative Secretary
Parks and Recreation
Chervl McQuiston
From: Brian McLaughlin
Sent: Friday, March 01, 2002 11:03 AM
To: Cheryl McQuiston
Subject: FW: My Resignation
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From: Charles & Margaret Torrey [SMTP:mctorrey @adelphia.net]
Sent: Wednesday, February 13, 2002 6:40 PM
To: Robert G Premuroso
Cc: Michael Kelly; Jack Doughney; Brian McLaughlin; Sue Miller; Robert G Premuroso; Pam Sartory; Tory Buckley; Wendy Walker;
Philip W Milton; Mary Anne Hedrick; Mark Kenigsberg; Jim Maynor
Subject: My Resignation
Bert:
I feel it is time for me to resign from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
In the nearly five years I have been a board member we have accomplished nothing! With constant changes in direction
and general lack of support we were still at ground zero last time I looked. Further any suggestions I made were ignored
and it is clear that my interests were not of interest to the rest of the board, the P &R staff or the City Council. I have wasted
enough time.
I hope you and the board have better luck in the future.
Chuck Torrey
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copy to Mayor Russo
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as such term is defined in the Lease, upon completion thereof.
Section 2.04 The parties acknowledge that the City shall be entitled to construct the
Project in phases over time.
A. Phase I of the Project shall contain the following minimum improvements as
depicted on the Conceptual Master Plan:
1. Program Elements including Outdoor Amphitheater, SoccerComplex,
Group Picnic Area, and Upland Preserve.
2. Site Improvements including Outdoor Stage, 3 Restrooms, 3 Soccer
Fields, Bleachers, Shade Structures, 2 Group Shelters, Nature Trails
and Interpretive Signs.
3. Civil work, paving ,grading, and drainage including 300 paved parking
spaces.
4. Fencing, gates and /or other approved means of securing the
Premises and controlling access to the Project.
B. Phase Ii of the Project shall include the balance of the Project including the
following minimum improvements as depicted on the Conceptual Master Plan:
1 Program Elements including; Family Picnic Area and Court Complex.
2 Site improvements including; 8 family Picnic Shelters, Tot Lot with
Shade Structure, Restroom, 6 Sand Volleyball Courts, 4 Basketball
Courts, 2 Racquetball Courts, 2 Roller Hockey Courts.
3. Civil work, paving, grading and drainage including 150 paved parking
spaces.
4. Fencing, gates and /or other means of securing access to the Project.
The parties acknowledge that the Approved Master Plan may differ from the Conceptual
Plan and the minimum improvements set forth above. In the event of such a conflict, the
Approved Master Plan shall control and this Interlocal shall be deemed amended to require
construction of the minimum-Phase I and Phase II improvements in accordance with the
Approved Master Plan.
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C. City shall construct the Project in accordance with the following schedule:
1. Commencement of construction of Phase I of the Project within three 4/10M
(3) years of the Closing.
2. Completion of construction of Phase I within five (5) years of the
Closing.
3. Commencement of ;construction of Phase II of the Project within
seven (7) years of the Closing.
4. Completion of construction of Phase II within ten (10) years of theN130'10
Closing.
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CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
AGENDA
March 5, 2002
7:00 PM
Burns Road Community Center
1. Call To Order
• 2. Approval Of Minutes
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3. Miscellaneous Items
1. Bond Issue Update
4. Adjourn
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CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
4404 BURNS ROAD • PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA 33410 -4659
February 21, 2002
Joseph Russo
Mayor
Eric Jablin PARKS AND RECREATION
Vice Mayor
Carl Sabatello
Mayor Pro Tern
ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
David Clark
Council Member
Lauren Furtado
Council Member MARCH 5, 2002
To All Members:
The next meeting of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board has been
scheduled for Tuesday, March 5d' at 7:00 p.m. at the Burns Road Community
Center (Art Gallery) located at 4404 Burns Road, Palm Beach Gardens, FL
33410.
Please contact this office at 775 -8270 to confirm your attendance or if you have
any questions.
Sincerely,
Cheryl L. McQuiston
Administrative Assistant
Cc: Joseph Russo, Mayor
Carol Gold, City Clerk
Ron Ferris, City Manager
Jack Doughney, Assistant to City Manager
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CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
4404 BURNS ROAD • PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA 33410 -4659
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
MINUTES
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February 11, 2002
The City of Palm Beach Gardens Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met Monday,
February 11, 2002 at the Burns Road Community Center located at 4404 Burns Road,
Palm Beach Gardens. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
Members present included: Wendy Walker, MaryAnne Hedrick, and Bert Premuroso.
Staff present included: Mayor Joe Russo, Brian McLaughlin, Assistant Director of Parks
and Recreation, Jack Doughney, Assistant to City Manager, and Justin Lucas, Athletic
• Coordinator. '
Not Present: Members Charles Torrey, Jim Maynor, Mark Kenigsberg, Tory Buckley,
and Phil Milton. Staff member Mike Kelly, Parks Superintendent.
A quorum was not present at this meeting, therefore, approval of the minutes for the three
previous meetings held on November 13, 2001, December 4, 2001, and January 14, 2002
were unable to be approved and minutes were not taken for this meeting.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Cheryl L. McQuiston
Administrative Secretary
Parks and Recreation
NOTE: The next meeting of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will be held on
Tuesday, March 5th at 7:00 p.m. in the Burns Road Community Center (Art Gallery),
located at 4404 Burns Road, Palm Beach Gardens, FL.
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Cheryl McQuiston
From: Brian McLaughlin
Sent: Friday, March 01, 2002 11:03 AM
To: Cheryl McQuiston
Subject: FW: My Resignation
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From: Charles & Margaret Torrey [SMTP:mctorrey @adelphia.net]
Sent: Wednesday, February 13, 2002 6:40 PM
To: Robert G Premuroso
Cc: Michael Kelly; Jack Doughney; Brian McLaughlin; Sue Miller; Robert G Premuroso; Pam Sartory; Tory Buckley; Wendy Walker;
Philip W Milton; Mary Anne Hedrick; Mark Kenigsberg; Jim Maynor
Subject: My Resignation
Bert:
I feel it is time for me to resign from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
In the nearly five years I have been a board member we have accomplished nothing! With constant changes in direction
and general lack of support we were still at ground zero last time I looked. Further any suggestions I made were ignored
and it is clear that my interests were not of interest to the rest of the boa(rd, the P &R staff or the City Council. I have wasted
enough time.
I hope you and the board have better luck in the future.
Chuck Torrey
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copy to Mayor Russo
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I "ir OF PALM BEACH � GARDENS
4404 BURNS ROAD • PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA 33410 -4659
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
MINUTES
January 14, 2002
The City of Palm Beach Gardens Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met Monday,
January 14, 2002 at the Burns Road Community Center located at 4404 Burns Road,
Palm Beach Gardens. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
Members present included: Jim Maynor, Bert Premu'roso - Chairperson, MaryAnne
Hedrick - Vice Chairperson, and alternate member, Wendy Walker.
Staff present included: Brian McLaughlin, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation,
Jack Doughney, Assistant to City Manager, Justin Lucas, Athletic Coordinator, and Mike
Kelly, Parks Superintendent.
Not Present: Members Charles Torrey, Mark Kenigsberg, Tory Buckley, Pam Sartory,
and Phil Milton. Staff members Mayor Joe Russo and Sue Miller, Director of Parks and
Recreation.
A quorum was not present at this meeting, therefore, approval of the minutes for the two
previous meetings held on November 13, 2001 and December 4, 2001 were unable to be
approved and minutes were not taken for this meeting.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Cheryl L. McQuiston
Administrative Secretary
Parks and Recreation
NOTE: The next meeting of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will be held on
Monday, February 11, 2002, 7:00pm in the Art Gallery, Burns Road Community Center,
located at 4404 Burns Road.
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January 13, 2002
Mr. Bert Premuroso
City of Palm Beach Gardens
4404 Burns Road
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Dear Bert,
After much thought and regret, I hereby deliver my resignation as an alternate member of the
City of Palm Beach Gardens Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
I very much appreciate being selected to serve on this board; however, I have many concerns as
both an employee of the City of Palm Beach Gardens and a resident of this city as to the
effectiveness of this advisory board. I have participated at board meetings over the last six
months and• to my knowledge nothing has been accomplished that adds any value to the
department that this board advises. I believe that this board has the ability to make a huge
impact to our parks and our recreation programs and'I hope very much that this board will do
that in the future. To make this happen you must have the proper direction from the city's
government, solid and consistent information from city employees, and written guidelines that
clearly state what this board can and is expected to do. At the last meeting I attended no one
0 could tell me if an alternate member can vote or if they vote only in the absence of a regular
member. I was given a one -page copy of articles/bylaws that state two duties of this board: make
recommendations to the city council and hold regular meetings. We have been meeting every
two to three weeks since September and no recommendations have been made yet.
I would also-like to state that you will have a difficult time retaining and recruiting new members
to serve on this board if members are continued to be allowed to speak in a derogatory manner to
other board members at meetings. I have served on many boards over the last 15 years and I
have never been spoken to or witnessed board members speaking to each other in the manner in
which Tory Buckley spoke to me at our last meeting on December 4, 2001.
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I would like to request that you either read my letter at your next meeting or distribute a copy of
this letter in your next mailing. I have enjoyed working with most of the members of the last few
months and I wish this board the best of luck with your future endeavors.
Sincerely,
Aj�
am Sartory
Cc: Joseph Russo, Mayor
Jack Doughney, Assistant City Manager
• PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
MINUTES
December 4, 2001
The City of Palm Beach Gardens Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met Tuesday,
December 4, 2001, at the Burns Road Community'Center - Art Gallery, located at 4404
Burns Road, Palm Beach Gardens. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
Members present included: Tory Buckley, Bert Premuroso, Wendy Walker, and Pam
Sartory.
Staff present included: Mayor Joe Russo, Sue Miller, Director of Parks and Recreation,
and Jack Doughney, Assistant to City Manager.
Not Present: Members Charles Torrey, Jim Maynor, Mary Anne Hedrick, Mark
Kenigsberg, and Phil Milton. Staff members Brian McLaughlin, Assistant Director of
Parks and Recreation, and Mike Kelly, Parks Superintendent.
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A quorum was not present at this meeting therefore, approval of the previous meeting
minutes, dated November 13, 2001 were unable to be approved and minutes were not
taken for this meeting. The meeting was adjourned at $:30 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Cheryl L. McQuiston
Administrative Secretary
Parks and Recreation
NOTE: The next meeting of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will be Monday,
January 14, 2002, at 7:00pm in the Art Gallery, Burns Road Community Center, located
at 4404 Burns Road.
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PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
MINUTES
November 13, 2001
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The City of Palm Beach Gardens Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met Tuesday,
November 13, 2001, in the Burns Road Community center's Art Gallery. The meeting
was called to order at 7:02p.m.
Members present included: Charles Torrey, Mary Anne Hedrick, Tory Buckley, Mark
Kenigsberg, Phil Milton, Bert Premuroso, Jim Maynor, Wendy Walker. Staff Present
included; Jack Doughney - Assistant to City Manager; Sue Miller, Director of Parks and
Recreation; Brian McLaughlin - Assistant Director of Parks /Recreation; Mike Kelly -
Supervisor of Parks.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
On a motion by Jim Maynor, seconded by Mary Ann Hedrick, the minutes from
the October 30, 2001 meeting of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board were
approved as written.
II. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS:
The agenda was rearranged in order to accommodate the request by a local
resident and city staff member to address the Board on their views concerning a
dog park.
Dog Park Discussion:
Mark Hendrickson, City Forester, passed out information pertaining to a possible
dog park. He requested the board's support in approaching the city council in
changing the city code (Article 2, Section 14 — 33b) which would allow for dogs
in designated portions of a city park.
Discussion followed with regard to feasibility and possible locations. A motion to
look into the possibility of using some property adjacent to the Seacoast property
near Lilac Street and Plant Drive was made by Tory Buckley and seconded by
Mary Ann Hedrick. The motion passed by a 5 -2 -1 vote. Those favoring the
motion were Bert Premuroso, Mary Ann Hedrick, Tory Buckley, Charles Torrey
and Wendy Walker. Those voting against the motion were Jim Maynor and Phil
Milton. Mark Kenigsberg abstained.
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Bond Issue Update:
Discussion was held on how best to conduct a citizen survey of needs. Ideas
submitted included using a telephone survey and face to face. Bert Premuroso
stated that there will be more information on the survey and the bond at a later
date. However, he requested that all board members and staff e -mail to him, prior
to the next meeting, any questions they would like to see on a citizen survey.
Golf Update:
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Staff explained that the new Cell Tower is up at the Golf Course and will generate
approximately $24,000 annually for the course.
Staff also discussed the financial status of the course, citing a slight downward
collection of revenue based upon the weather, the road construction and the
economic situation reflecting the events of September 11`h
Park Building Update:
The park equipment storage building and the concession building at the roller
hockey rinks should be open in mid January.
III. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned at 8:17pm.
NOTE: The next meeting of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will be
Tuesday, December 4`h, 2001, 7:00p.m. in the Art Gallery, Burns Road Community
Center, located at 4404 Burns Road.
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• PARKS & RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
(7 Regular Members - 3 Year Terms)
(2 Alternate Members - 3 Year Terms)
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MEMBERS
PHONE NUMBER
TERM EXPIRES
DATE APPOINTED
Charles Torrey
H: 622 -4375
9/4/04
4/3/97
RESIGNED 2/13/02
4467 Gardenia Drive 33410
Email: mctorrey @adelphia.net
Jim H. Maynor
H: 627 -6586
9/4/04
914/97
10162 Dasheen Ave. 33410
Email: 'maynor @emailmsn.com
Tory Buckley
H: 622 -9034
6/6/04
6/7/01
4454 Daffodil Circle So. 33410
W: 844 -7760
Email:panther@bigplanet.com
C: 718 -3732
Mary Anne Hedrick
D: 540 -5516
10186 Daphne Ave. 33410
E: 622 -3752
6/6/04
6/7/01
Email: seasprayl8@juno.com
Mark Kenigsberg
W: 684 -4622
6/6/04
6/7/01
158 Bent Tree Dr. 33418
E: 694 -9347
Email:kberg5 @aol.com
C: 252 -7218
Philip W. Milton
D: 624 -0658
6/6/04
6/7/01
55 Windsor Lane 33418
E: 624 -0658
Email: demo1 @adelphia.net
Robert "Bert" G. Premuroso
D: 712 -1010
6/6/04
6/7/01
4077 Jonquil Circle No. 33410
E: 627 -8940
Email:rprem8@bellsouth.net
Wendy Walker, Alternate
D: 799 -7400
9/4/04
9/13/01
12556 Woodmill Dr. 33418
E: 626 -7681
Email:PBGWalkers@aot.com
Pam Sartory, Alternate
D: 694 -2092
6/6/04
6/7/01
RESIGNED 1/13/02
4134 Lakespur Circle So. 33410
E: 694 -2092
Email:rsartory@bellsouth.net
Mayor Joseph Russo, Council Liaiso Office: 624 -3470 Fax: 626 -8906
Kathy Specker, Acting Recreation Director
Brian McLaughlin Email: bmclaughlin @ci.palm- beach - gardens.fl.us
Jack Doughney Email: jdoughney @ ci.palm - beach- gardens.fl.us
Mike Kelly Email: mkelly @ ci.palm - beach - gardens.fl.us
3/4/02
Questions #3 and #5 may be able to be combined to read something such as...
How often do you use the City of Palm Beach Gardens Parks and Recreation facilities?
• Please indicate each selection by placing a "D" for Daily, "W" for Weekly, "M" for
Monthly, or "N" for Never, in the appropriate space. For example, if you have a family
member who is participating in the youth baseball program, please indicate a "D" in the
space for Baseball fields at the Burns Road Sports Complex.
Burns Road Complex
_Community Center
_Playground
_Jogging Trail
_Racquetball Courts
_Municipal Pool
Oaks Park
Playground
Pavilions
_Tennis Courts
_Jogging Trail
PGA Park
Playground
_Pavilions
Tennis Courts
Basketball Courts
_Softball Fields
Soccer/Football Fields
Lake Catherine Passive Park and Lake Catherine Sports Complex
_Jogging Trail
Boat Ramp
Softball Fields
Plant Drive Park
Teen Center
Playground
_Basketball Courts
_Baseball Field
Roller Hockey Rinks
Burns Road Sports Complex
_Baseball Fields
Soccer Fields
PBG Golf Course
• Tennis Center
Riverside Community Center —