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Minutes
August 8, 2023
6:00 p.m.
The Citizen's Advisory Committee meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. Members present from left to
right: Felton Barnes, Yvonne Shanklin, Kristen Sallberg, Roy Nelson, and Jennifer Sweeney.
1. Called to Order
Vice President Kristen Sallberg called this meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
The attendees present recited the Pledge.
3. Approval of the Agenda
During the meeting, Ms. Sallberg requested approval of the minutes. Mr. Barnes added an extra
note to the minutes, and Mr. Nelson also requested an addendum to be included. After the
amendments were made, Ms. Sallberg asked to approve the minutes, and Mr. Nelson made a
motion to approve them, with Ms. Shanklin seconding the motion.
4. Approval of July's Minutes
Ms. Sallberg requested approval of the agenda. Following this, Mr. Barnes presented a motion to
approve the minutes, which was seconded by Mr. Nelson.
5. Action Item
5.1 Allen Park Community Center- Mr. Barnes had conversations with a few regular park
visitors. They have expressed their desire for a replacement of the damaged pool table, air
hockey table, a vending machine for snacks and drinks, and an ice maker. Mr. Barnes requests
the city to establish if they can meet those needs.
Action: Now that these concerns have been brought to the committee's attention, they will
need to address them with the mayor and city manager.
5.2 Pickle Ball Court at Allen Park- The city has taken steps to maintain the cleanliness of the
courts, but the issue of cracked asphalt remains unaddressed. This poses a potential hazard to
the citizens.
Action: Ms. Sallberg stated that she would ensure the city is notified about the persisting
crack and take necessary measures to address the issue.
6. Mayor's Minutes Tonics- Presented by Councilman Capps
6.1 Swinging on the Porch- There will be a swing band playing at the Bush House on Saturday,
August 12th, for those who are interested in enjoying some music.
6.2 Movie Night- On Saturday, August 19th, Lyle, Lyle Crocodile will be showing at 7:30 p.m.
in the Old Spanish Trail Amphitheater.
6.3 CRA/ Mainstreet building ribbon cutting- Join us on Wednesday, August 30th at 9:00 a.m.
for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new CRA/Mainstreet
Association building.
6.4 International Overdose Awareness Day Assembly _On Thursday, August 31, from 9:00
a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at the Crestview Community Center, the mayor is hosting a follow-up to
the Opioid Summit that was held previously this year. You can register to attend at 850-682-
1560 ex. 252 or PIOcitvofcrestview.org.
7. Action Items
7.1 Poster Contest- Mr. Nelson discussed a poster contest for school -aged children to raise
awareness about opioid abuse in schools, which was proposed by the CAC and the mayor.
The mayor had spoken with Superintendent Chambers about the project, and according to
Councilman Capps, Mr. Chambers suggested making it a county -wide event. The CAC would
be asked to judge the north -end contest.
Action: It is recommended by Mr. Capps to postpone this discussion until they have a
conversation with the mayor regarding the next steps.
7.2 Main Street and Hwy 90- A concerned citizen talked to Mr. Barnes about the traffic light at
the intersection of Hwy 90 and Main Street. Some drivers are speeding on Main Street to
make it through the light.
Action: The committee has decided to raise this matter with the mayor so that he can take it
up with either the council or Chief McCosker.
Closing Remarks
There are no closing remarks.
Adjournment
Kristen Sallberg adjourns the meeting at 6:20 p.m.
Minutes approve this /� day of 2023.
Kristen Sallberg Cjlf
Vice President
Minutes submitted by,
Dominique Vaughn, Executive Assistant
Doug Capps
City Councilman