09-27-1999II.
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CITY OF AVENTURA
RECREATION AND CULTURAL ARTS
ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
SEPTEMBER 27, 1999 10:00 A.M.
AVENTURA GOVERNMENT CENTER
2999 NE 191sT STREET SUITE 500
AVENTURA, FLORIDA
Call to Order. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Janet Laine.
City Clerk Teresa M. Soroka called the roll.
Members present:
Barbara Brighton
Don Gustin (arrived following approval of minutes)
Irving Kanowitz
Janet Laine
Lenore Toby Simmons
Members absent: Patricia Crook
Randi Rapp
Others present:
Community Services Director Robert M. Sherman
City Clerk Teresa M. Soroka, CMC/AAE
Commissioner Ken Cohen
A motion to approve the absence of Ms. Crook and Ms. Rapp was offered by Ms.
Simmons, seconded by Mr. Kanowitz and unanimously passed.
Approval of Minutes. A motion for approval of the minutes of the August 23,
1999 meeting was offered by Mr. Kanowitz, seconded by Ms. Simmons, and
unanimously passed.
Chairman's Report.
A. City Commission Workshop Report: Ms. Laine informed members that
she provided an update of the Board's activities at the September Workshop
meeting of the City Commission.
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Ms. Laine then suggested to the Board that a photo library be prepared for
Founders Day including pictures of past cultural events hosted by the City to
encourage future participation by residents. Noting that it was too late to
accomplish for this year's Founder's Day celebration, it was suggested for the
City's fifth anniversary, possibly as an insert to the Aventura News.
B, Aventura Song Contest: Board members listened to an entry by Jan
Polichek. After discussion as to the merits of adopting a City Song, a motion
was offered by Mr. Gustin, and seconded by Ms. Simmons that no song be
recommended for adoption at this time. The motion carried, 4-1, with Ms.
Brighton voting no.
Staff Report.
Mr. Sherman distributed a spreadsheet of all events hosted by the City from
1996 to date.
A. Sports Lea.q~e Update. Mr. Sherman noted that user fee schedule
ordinance was adopted on first reading by the City Commission, with second
reading scheduled for October 5th.
B. Founders Day Pro,qram Update: Using a site plan of Founders Park, Mr.
Sherman showed Board members the location of all events scheduled for
Founders Day. Discussion then ensued relative to Founders Ball. A motion
was offered by Ms. Simmons, seconded by Mr. Gustin and unanimously
passed to invite Michael Putney to emcee the Ball and in the event he is not
available, to invite Bob Soper. It was the Board's suggestion that a short
program be prepared. Members suggested that Commissioner Margolis be
invited to give the invocation. Mr. Sherman to contact Mr. Gustin to schedule
a time to audition the John Branzer Band. Ms. Laine suggested a photo
insert be included in the program showing past cultural events and activities.
C. Waterways Park Improvements: Mr. Sherman explained the proposed
improvements to Waterways Park. A motion for approval was offered by Mr.
Gustin, seconded by Ms. Brighton and unanimously passed.
Mr. Sherman identified the 3 businesses that responded to the ISQ relative to
the Cultural Center feasibility study. He noted that staff would recommend
selection of one firm and forward to the Commission for final approval.
Ms. Laine advised members of an upcoming Storytelling program planned for
Founders Park.
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V. Other Business: None.
VI,
Ms. Laine announced next meeting to be held on October 25, 1999 at 10:00 am.
Adjournment.
meeting adjourned at 11:05 a.m.
Thero being no further business to come before the Board, the
~(r~sa M. So ~[~__~CM~/AAE, City Clerk
Approved by the Board on October 25, 1999.
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