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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCritical Improvement Recreation l L L l L L l l L l L l l l l L l l l St. Lucie County Critical Improvement Projects 2000 - 2001 Legislative Session ~ _If : : I Burelu 01 Design & Rlcrlltlon Services November 1999 .. .. ... .. ÌIII .. ... ... fl III PROPOSED PROJECTS FOR STATE FUNDING 2000-2001 i: .. lilt ÎIII ... .. ... ÍIII ... .. ... FISCAL YEAR BUDGET lilt ... lilt ... {¡ .. III St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners ... lilt III III District #1 Commissioner John D. Bruhn lilt District #2 Commissioner Doug Coward District #3 Commissioner Paula A. Lewis ... District #4 Commissioner Frannie Hutchinson ... District #5 Commissioner Cliff Barnes .. .. lilt - .. I.. lilt ... lilt .. ~i .. ... t, ... ÌIIII lilt .. .. .. ÍII ÍII r .. .. .. .. .. TAB 1 FOOTBALL AND SOCCER STADIUM ... ... ... FOOTBALL AND SOCCER STADIUM .. Project Manager: Mike Leeds Leisure Services Director ~ .. Amount of Request: $750,000 Description of Project: .. .. This application is being submitted through the coordinated efforts of the St. Lucie County School Board and St. Lucie County for submission to the State. This project will develop a new regional sports facility to broaden the use of the St. Lucie County Sports Complex in South St. Lucie County. This football and soccer stadium will jointly be used by the School District as part of the new Centennial High School Sports Program and by St. Lucie County for regional sports and recreation programming. The land for the stadium has been donated by a private developer and the project is ready to be constructed as soon as funding can be obtained. ~ .. ¡ ... The County will be requesting $750,000 from the State for this project. An application has been made for a $400,000 FRDAP grant in partnership with the City of Port St. Lucie and St. Lucie County. St. Lucie West Development Corp. has donated 10 acres of property worth approximately $1 million. The scope of the project has changed from $750,000 to $2 million. We have entered into a partnership with Sportsplex Coalition to raise private and corporate funds utilizing their 501 C3 status. We can offer a tax deduction for the contributions. III lit Reason For Project: f ... ... This project will provide a stadium facility for the new Centennial High School and enhance the use of the Thomas J. White Stadium as a regional facility through the new multi-use program. It can be accomplished at a much more reasonable cost because of the shared use of facilities. It will offer a centerpiece sports facility for St. Lucie West and the County as a whole. .. lilt .. .. ... .. ... ... ... lilt ... ... ÌIIII .. .. .. .. lilt lilt .. ... .. .. ... St. Lucie County Regional Sports Stadium Revenue Producing Programs TYPES OF PROGRAMS AND EVENTS High School Sports 1. Football Games 2. Soccer Games Youth Sports Programs 1. Soccer Leagues a. Maco Socœr/PSL Soccer/Club Soccer b. SelectITravel Team Programs 2. Football a. Pop Wamer/PSLAA b. Travel Team Programs Adult Sports Programs 1. Flag Football 2. Rugby 3. Soccer 4. LaCrosse 5. Field Hockey ~ 6. Ultimate Frisbee Sports Camp Programs 1. Football - Local High School Coaches a. Specialist Agreements w/local coaches b. Leisure Services support/marketing/registration c. Youth Advanced 2. Soccer - Local High School Coaches/Nationally Accredited Programs a. Specialist Agreements w/local coaches UMBRO Soccer b. College Soccer Camps University Sponsored Satellite Programs 3. Baseball a. Welcome to the Show b. Lawnwood Camp Baseball 4. Softball 5. Basketball 6. Tennis 7. Golf Special Events 1. Concerts and Festivals a. Local, Regional, and National Talent b. Co-Promote with Partnerships c. Sponsorships and Advertising revenues 2. Tournaments and Competitions a. Local, Regional, and National Toumaments Youth and Adult Football (Flag and Tackle), Soccer, Rugby, laCrosse, Field Hockey b. FHSAA District, Regional, Sectional, and State Tournaments Soccer, Girls Flag Football, Marching Band Competitions, Cheerleading, etc. ... .. .. .. .. ... III ... .. I'; 1:; .. & ill ~ .. ~ .. .. lilt (, .. .. ... ... ADDmONAL REVENUE STREAMS Ticket Sales Gate Admissions Concessions Novelties Facility Rentals Advertising Sponsorships Facility Signage Program Revenue Tournament Revenue Parking Revenue ECONOMIC IMP ACT FACTORS (OFF-SITE SPENDING) Tourist Development Taxes Local Hotel Room Night Impact Local Businesses Benefit ( Restamant, Sporting Goods, Movie Theaters, Department Stores, etc.) Gas Tax Impacts Sales Tax Impacts EVENT DAY REVENUE FACTORS (ON-SITE SPENDING) Food and Beverage Parking Fees On- Site Advertising Novelties Admission Charges / Tournament Passes ... L. Project Revenue .. Impact fee 400,000 School Board of St. Lucie County 400,000 FRDAP Grant 400,000 ... Corporate and Private 200,000 Donations (Including Sky boxes) .. Naming Rights 400,000 State Legislative Fund. 750.000 Subtotal 2,550,000 .. Land Donation 1.000.000 3,550,000 ... ÌIII Construction Costs Clearing 145,000 .. Site Utilities 25,000 Site Drainage 30,000 .. Paving & Related 15,000 Walkways 65,000 ,--^ Landscaping 15,000 .. Irrigation 50,000 w; Fencing 30,000 ... Playing field 100,000 Bleachers 540,000 Press Box 115,000 .. (Including Sky boxes) Elevator 40,000 lilt UPS Emergency Lights 40,000 Field Equipment 10,000 .. Signage 7,000 Restrooms 250,000 Concession Building 75,000 .. Maintenance Building 50,000 Stage 80.000 .. Subtotal Total Direct Cost 1,682,000 III - .. ... Architect Fees General Conditions Contingencies Site Fees (Permits, Bonds, Site Plans) 208,000 322,000 163,000 175.000 k ... .. ~:¡, lilt Subtotal Subtotal of Direct Costs Total Estimate of Costs 868,000 1.682.000 2,550,000 .. \'; .. .. .. ill ... .. .. .. .. lilt .. .. ... lilt .. ... ... ... ÍIIII I.. ÌIIII .. ... i. {;" II. i. .. .. lilt tilt .. .. TAB 2 SAVANNAS RECREATIONAL AREA IMPROVEMENTS " ',1:' ... , .. .... Savanna Recreation Area Improvements w' ... La A proposal for $850,000 to construct new infrastructure and other recreational improvements which will improve the quality of this environmentally important area. ... .. lit ~ .. .. ~ .. .. . .. .... .. .. .. ... ... ... , ... SAVANNAS OUTDOOR RECREATION AREA IMPROVEMENTS ... Project Manager: Phil Freeland Assistant County Administrator And Acting Leisure Services Director , ~ .. '" Amount of Request: $850,000.00 Description of Project: .. In 1996, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks inspected the Savannas and prepared a report outlining areas where changes and/or improvements could be made that would result in more cost effective and efficient park operations. This project will implement several of the state's recommendations including, developing a master plan for park development, replace/relocate the park's entrance station, renovate/replace existing restroom facilities, and upgrade the utility infrastructure within the park. 1r. ... -. Reason for Funding: .. St. Lucie County is requesting funding assistance in order to make improvements to the Savannas Outdoor Recreation Area. The improvements will bring existing facility and service deficiencies into compliance with local building codes, in addition to implementing many of the recommendations made by the state DEP Division of Recreation and Parks. The Savannas Outdoor Recreation Area is an integral component of the county's park and facility inventory designed to promote eco-tourism within St. Lucie County. L ... lilt .. I.. ... .. - ... t ... I; L ST. LUCIE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 'l ... Department of Leisure Services L. '- , '- SAVANNAS OUTDOOR RECREATION AREA ÌIa ~PROVEMENTPROJECT .. .. ~¥ .. .. .. /. .. - .... .. .. .. - .. '- ST. LUCIE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS .... Department of Leisure Services , lilt .. SA V ANNAS OUTDOOR RECREATION AREA IMPROVEMENT PROJECT .. ilia REQUEST: S t. Lucie County is requesting funding assistance in the amount of$850,000 in order to make capital improvements to the Savannas Outdoor Recreation Area. lilt JUSTIFICATION: The Savannas Outdoor Recreation Area is a 600 acre, predominately wetland parcel located in central St. Lucie County. Owned by the City ofFt. Pierce, the Savannas has been leased to St. Lucie County since the mid 1960's for the purpose of providing public outdoor recreation opportuni ties .. .. .. .. In 1968, the Savannas was developed into a full service park and campground and offered park visitors a choice of three types of camp sites: unimproved sites for tent camping only, semi-improved sites offering water and electric, and full service sites offering water, electric and wastewater collection. In addition, the Savannas offered an abundance of recreational activities including boating, fishing, swimming, picnicking, hiking and nature observation. The campground was heavily used during the winter and spring months with campers coming from across the United States to enjoy the Savannas experience. In addition, local residents regularly utilized the park on a "day use" basis. The Savannas serves as a key facility in the County's effort to attract eco-tourism to St. Lucie County. ... .. ... 1> Ii. lilt .. ... ... i ..., i; .. Since our initial investment in the Savannas over 30 years ago, many things have changed, including the needs and demands of the modem day camping enthusiast. Today's camper requires more in the way of campground infrastructure and utilities. Camping trailers and recreational vehicles CRY's) are bigger, and more importantly, more common than in 1968. Existing restroom facilities no longer meet the minimum building codes and do not comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Electrical service to most of the park is dangerously outdated, and ~t times has damaged some camping units due to electrical power surges. In sum, the Savannas Outdoor Recreation Area is showing the effects of 30 years of intense use with little or no capital investment since 1968. ... .. L. ... '0 .. Co lilt St. Lucie County is proposing to revitalize the Savannas by investing in several projects that will result in more cost effective and efficient park operations. Our first step will be to develop a master plan that will fully utilize the natural areas in a more efficient manner. This plan will serve as a guide for all future park development. A second element will be the replacement of the park entrance station. This station is integral to the smooth operation of the park and will serve as the park adnúnistration and operations hub. Finally, a major infusion of capital is required to upgràde the existing utility infrastructure. All existing restroom facilities are proposed to be renovated or replaced in order to comply with current accessability and building codes. In addition, the electrical service to existing campsites will be modernized to meet the demands of the modem day camper. These improvements will ensure that the Savannas Outdoor Recreation Area will be available to the citizens and visitors of St. Lucie County for years to come. , '- ilia .. .. I, .. t .. ,k, i. ... '- fi þ ... ... iji .... .. .. ! .. ST. LUCIE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Department of Leisure Services SAVANNAS OUTDOOR RECREATION AREA IMPROVEMENT PROJECT In 1996, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, was asked to inspect the Savannas Outdoor Recreation Area an.d recommend changes and/or improvements to the park that would resultin a more efficient operation. The following proposed improvements were recommended by the state in a report dated September 5, 1996: .. l ÌIIII A. .. ! it. B. .. c. ¡. ÍIIIII ~. ilia ~ .. .. .. Master plan - Develop a master plan to fully utilize the natural areas in the most efficient manner. This should be accomplished prior to making any permanent modifications to the site such as replacing or adding new structures. · Master plan $ 20,000 Park Entrance Station - It is proposed to replace the entrance station, which is a key structure to the par~ both visually and functionally. The new station will also serve as the park administration and operations hub. · Entrance Station Replacement $ 80,000 ReplacelRenovate Restroom Facilities - Existing facilities are to be renovated or replaced in order to meet current accessability codes as well as meet minimum ÄDA compliance standards. · Restrooms $175,000 D. Utility Infrastructure Upgrades - Electrical, Water, and Sewer utilities within the park. are to be upgraded to meet the demands of the modem day camper as well as the present day building and health codes. · Utility Infrastructure Upgrades $190,000 E. Lake & Pond Restoration - The existing upland lake and pond were once used for recreational swimming by campers and visitors to the park. This activity was discontinued several years ago due to the closing of the artesian wells which supplied water to the park. Once restored, fishing decks will be constructed at key locations around the lake and pond for use by park visitors that do not have access to a boat. . Lake & Pond Restoration $ 80,000 . Fislúng Decks $ 60,000 .. .. ¡. ... III F. .. .. G. ... { ... r(': t' ÎIa II. .. 1\ .. ... f.." .. '- ... ¡. SAVANNAS OUTDOOR RECREATION AREA IMPROVEMENT PROJECT Natural Systems Restoration - All invasive exotic vegetable is proposed to be removed from the upland portions of the park. These areas will be replanted with the native tree and shrub species that would typically be found within the Savannas natural ecosystem. Exotic Vegetable Removal $ 60,000 Native Trees & shrubs $ 90,000 Çamp Site Improvements - Existing campsites will be redesigned and upgraded to meet the current demands of campers. Camp Site Improvements $ 40,000 H. Çamp Activity/Social Pavilion - An infonnal gathering place is proposed where campers can gather for evening socials, children's programs and other camp activities. The structure is proposed to be an open sided screened pavilion. Camp Pavilion $ 55.000 TOTAL ANTICIPATED COSTS FOR IMPROVEMENTS $ 850,000 A local 50 -50 match for the project is coming from other improvements being made at park facilities near the Savanna's and which support the improvement of this important natural area.