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S. SCOIT VANDLRGNDERGRIFT
CITY OF OCOEEDANNYNY 110WFLL
150 N. LAKESHORE DRIVE SCOTr ANDERSON
OCOEE, FLORIDA 34761-2258 RUSTY JOI INSON
(407)905-3100 NANcv J. 1'nkKt:R
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FROM THE OFFICE OF JEAN GRAFTON, CITY CLERK
ELLIS SHAPIRO
MEMORANDUM
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
From: Jean Grafton, City Clerk
Date: July 11, 2000
Re: Appointments to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
(2 year terms) (City residents only)
Members Lewynn LaBaire and Kristi Failla resigned in February and May, respectively. The
term of Ms. LaBaire would have ended October 1, 2001 and the term of Ms. Failla would have
ended October 1, 2000. You may wish to appoint Ms. Failla's replacement to October 1, 2002,
as an appointment to October 1, 2000 would come before Commission for reappointment in
September.
Staff Recommendation
Staff respectfully recommends that the Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners:
Appoint a member to complete Ms. LaBaire's term to October 1, 2001.
Appoint a member to complete Ms. Failla's current term to October 1, 2000 and to serve a new
term to October 1, 2002.
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Attachments: Applications
Current Member Listing
Brief Description of City Boards
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"CENTER OF GOOD!.IVING-PRIDE OF WEST ORANGE" MAYOR•COMMISSIONER
Ocoee S.SCOTT VANDERGRIFT
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fF4 or GGOt.`, APPLICATION FOR SERVING ON CITY BOARDS CITY MANAGER
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6. Are you a registered voter? d Yes No District#
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7. Resident of the City for 6 months or longer? Yes ✓ No
8. Do you hold public office? Yes No ✓
9. Are you employed by the City? Yes No ✓
10. Do you now serve on a City Board or Committee? Yes No
I I. PLEASE CHECK THE BOARDS WIIICH INTEREST YOU :
Indicate our degree of interest as first choice- 41,second choice-42,etc.
* Board of Adjustment Personnel Board
Citizen Advisory Council
for Police Department * Planning&Zoning Commission
* Police Officers' and Firefighters'
* Code Enforcement Board Retirement Trust Fund Board of
11 Trustees
**Education Commission #1 Recreation Advisory Board
* General Employees' Retirement
Trust Fund Board of Trustees
12. Wlm do you think you are qualified to serve on this board?
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13. Would you consider serving on 3dother Board other than one(s)you selected .h`u-I 'i ty"�r,�*^
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above? Yes No ✓
14. Until such time you are selected for the Board of your choice, may we submit your
application when vacancies occur rather than phoning you? Yes No 1/
15. Please attach resume.
** What school does your child attend?
Vl� l g SIGNATURE I i< V""t_, DATE: Ca/ja I O
Note: (I) Application effective for ONE YEAR from date of completion.
(2) If you have any questions,please call the City Clerk's office at(407)905-3105.
* FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE FORMS ARE REQUIRED FOLLOWING APPOINTMENT
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Angelique Bowen
2614 Cedar Bluff lane
Ocoee, Fl. 34761
(407) 291-8443
July 22, 2000
City of Ocoee
150 N. Lakeshore Drive
Ocoee, FL 34761-2258
Dear City Commissioners,
Please accept this letter as my formal application for the City of Ocoee, Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board member position as posted on the "Community Bulletin Board" on July 19, 2000. Parks and Recreation
gives opportunities for family unity, personal growth, and helps provide a better understanding of the environment.
It would be my pleasure to serve the City of Ocoee,the "Center of Good Living" and the "Pride of West Orange",
through my position on the Advisory Board.
It is my intent to help provide recreational programming for all interests. This past December, I received
an Associates degree from Seminole Community College, with a strong emphasis in biology. I now plan to enroll
in the Nursing program at the University of Central Florida. Throughout my academic career, I have demonstrated
superior scholastic achievement and have developed strong writing and organizational skills, while learning
concepts applicable to the field of Parks and Recreation. The experience I have gained while working at the West
Orange Trail has afforded me the chance to use and better these skills. There, I was given several responsibilities
including developing, coordinating, and leading recreational programming. I gained experience with a working
budget, marketing strategies, public relations, and environmental research. In addition, I previously worked at
Howard A. Kelly Park, where I learned the mechanics of a high-volume park by acting as lead lifeguard. While at
Kelly Park, I supervised inservice, stand rotation, made schedules, and played an administrative role in the
lifeguard office. These opportunities have left me with a working knowledge of Parks and Recreation at a
professional level.
This combination of academics and job experiences have given me the well rounded qualities which would
enable me to become an integral part of a Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, such as the one at the City of
Ocoee. I have enclosed my resume for your review and look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Angelique Bowen
Angelique J. M. Bowen
2614 Cedar Bluff Lane, Ocoee, Florida 34761
(407)291-8443
Objective
My goal is to obtain a fulfilling position in parks and recreation, in a dynamic, team-oriented environment were I can
contribute my skills and grow as a professional.
Experience
9/98-Present Orange County Parks and Recreation-West Orange Trail
Recreation Leader-Create,plan and implement recreational programs and events, submit requests for purchases,
coordinate volunteers,patrol trail,public relations, market programs/events, create and maintain partnerships/joint
ventures with area community groups such as local schools, homeovmers associations, volunteer groups and non-
profit agencies. Schedule facility rentals and collect revenues- Administer first aid as needed, fill out
accident/incident reports,compile monthly park reports,assist with VIP tours of trail system.
5/96 -8/98 Orange County Parks and Recreation-Dr. Howard A. Kelly Park
Lead lifeguard / Casual Park Technician - Responsible for the safety of over 1,500 park patrons in water
recreation area, administrative role over a staff of twenty-five lifeguards, administer first aid as needed, Junior
Lifeguard program instructor and coordinator,maintain inventory,coordinate public relations,book facility rentals,
collect revenues for rentals and park admission, general park maintenance, conduct guided interpretive hikes,
supervision of up to ten community service workers,and assist in development of standard operating procedures for
programs and park. Compile monthly reports.
Education and Certifications
Apopka High School
Medical Careers Academy
Nursing
I993-1596
Seminole Community College
Associates in Arts Degree
-1599
Ellis and Associates
Certified First Responder/Lifeguard
1996-1928
Member of Florida Recreation and Park Association
1999-Present
References
S. Scott Vandergrift
Mayor of Ocoee
2426 Cedar Bluff Lane, Ocoee,FL 34761
(407)291-7126
Wayne Dorm iney
Special Events Coordinator
201 S. Rosalind Street, Orlando,FL 32808
(407)836-5631
Bobby Hogue
Clemons Park Site Supervisor
3535 Damon Road, Apopka,FL 32702
(407)886-625
Summary of Skills
Proficient in Windows 95, MS Word, WordPerfect, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Outlook. Can type 35-40 cwpm, strong
organizational skills, good communication skills, and experience with proposal, developing, coordinating and leading
recreational programs. Aquatics experience and ability to work well with kids. CPR and First Aid Certified. Created and
coordinated'Tales from the Trail"program and'Some Bunny Loves You!" holiday events.
May za, 1999 AMERICAN
LUNGASSOCIATION®
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE of Central Florida
Floyd Livingston,M.D.
President Ms. Venetta Denis, Interim Manager
Orange County Parks and Recreation Department
Nammic Herbst
President-Elect 4801 W. Colonial Drive
Orlando, Florida 32808
Donne F.Kane
Secretary '
Dennis MenaN Treasurer Dear Ms. Denis:
Memters'at-curge This past weekend, the American Lung Association hosted the 1999
Robert W.Coleman Clean Air Bike Challenge at the West Orange Trail. The event was
Sind()Delgado,MA,RRT extremely successful and helped raise awareness of air pollution.
Wanamhnl Much of the success can be attributed to the support of the Orange
thr Kathryn Kerlinin
H.Moore,RN,CDE County Parks and Recreation Department.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Donald Bartlett.RRT Several OCPR staff contributed significantly to the event. Wayne
Cheryl Bclfay Dorminey was instrumental in creating a partnership between Orange
Schram Chandra,PE.PhD
William C.Donahue County and the American Lung Association. His leadership and
Gina GCsonit.RN expertise were critical to the success of the event. David Burgoon of
Jane Gibson,Pha
Robert a Hodgson the Special Events section was also very helpful. Staff from the West
Deborah Kirby.RN Orange Trail provided valuable logistical support. Nitosha Coleman.
Jeri L y.RRT Janine Janine Campbell, Ken Touchton. Angie Bowen. and Rahn Foleer all
Jeri Ludy.RRT
J.S.cThron Lytle,Ms,RRT exemplified the impact our County can make on the community. Your
Santiago Martinez,MD ra entire staff, in fact arc good examples of how Orange County can
Claire
Souliere,RNC serve as a catalyst to developing partnerships with other agencies. The
Cheryl Ward,CRTL,RN Clean Air Bike Challenge proved to be a strong partnership that
HONORARY DIRECTORS allowed both our organizations to accomplish our respective missions
Harry B.Bailey and serve the public by working together.
Dick D.Mahaffey.Ir.
John M.McCormick
Daniel B.Smith I appreciate the dedication and service of the Orange County Parks and
Stephanie A.Hutchinson Recreation Department. I hope we can work together again in the
Executive Director future, not only on the Clean Air Bike Challenge, but also on other
events which can benefit the citizens of Orange County.
1333W.Colonial Drive
Orlando,Fl 32804-7133
Phone(407)425-LUNG(5864) Thank you again for your support. Please do not hesitate to call if
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HEART OF FLORIDA UNITED WAY December 3, 1999
Orange • Osceola • Seminole
Angelique Bowen
West Orange Trail
Dr. Nelson ling Center 455 E. Plant Street
reap itq loc Boulevard Winter Garden, Fl.34787
Orlando,FL 32804
407.835-0000 Dear Angelique:
fax 407-835-1959 Thank you for your assistance that helped make the Heart of Florida United
Way campaign a success this year and helping to exceed the goai for Orange
County Government for a total of 8436,901 and still counting.
Winter Park(Mice Your continued support is appreciated by the agencies, which serve the Central
V.O.Box 614 Florida community. As our community continues to change and grow, these
Winter earl:,FL 32290-0614 needs are fulfilled by the help of leaders like you.
407.644--2066 It was our pleasure working with you and once again, thanks fix your Bella.
Fa‘407.644-6 01 ..
Sincerely. /-
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Osceola Cuunp Unive
F.O.Box 452229 S-4il Ru rford�—
Kissimmee,H. 34745-2229 Division Manager
407-846-3271 Resource Developmentp
Fax 407-846-2289 3 , ,ar 6, \ 7
Brian K. Crosby
1-800-411.UWAY Loaned Executive
Walt Disney World Company
Together We Can — Together We Will
YEARS OF Together We Did
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Ms Venetia Denis
' Interim Manager
Parks and Recreation Dept ' '
Orange County 4801 West Colonial Dr. i .
Orlando, FI .32808
Dear Venetia:
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1On behalf of the Parks Advisory Hoard, I wish to thank you for the visit and
presentation of the \Vest Orange Trail program and staff on May 12, 1999. r e
We were particularly impressed with the professionalism of the staff present and of ; .
Site supervisor, Ms Nitosha Troncosco's presentation. Of special mention, t
Recreation Specialist, Ms Janine Campbell's discussion with me was most F
6' beneficial.In addition, her follow on hove giving me names of staff was most '
' appreciated. ;
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In addition to Nitosha and Janine. le Tatler,Ken 1 ou hl ;n,Liz Duncan, Angie
M Bcwen, Ray Welsh, Rahn Forger, 1 - -e Robertson mid I:eaneth Sanders, all ' )
i't: deserve recognition for the job they do on behalf of Parks and Recreation at WOT_
Agaln,thanks again for the chance to see and hear about the Nationally famous West z p
CI Orange Trail.
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Most sincerely,
Bob Shephard
Vice Chairman t:
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Commissioner Ted Edwards ` 1 1�1
t ' Commissioner Bob Freeman
!VAN V PARKS AND RECREATION DIVISION
J 1� 4501 West Colonial Drive•Orlando, Florida 32808-7756
(407) 836-6200•FAX(407)836-6210•htgdIV)cks°netpnv.00t
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To: Ginger flickett, Recreation Specialist 5-28-00
Latonya Portee, Recreation Leader
Angelique Bowen, Recreation Leader
Mike Dudley, Park Specialist
Jackie Mortimer, Park Specialist
Subject: Letter of Appreciation
I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank you for your hard work and
extra efforts each of you have recently exhibited, to make Magnolia Park's 1st Annual
Bluegrass Festival a huge success.
During the last 5 months I have watched you define the word "Teamwork" by planning.
creating and helping each other successfully pull off a first ever Special Event that had
such a positive impact on our Community and promoted Magnolia Park's existence. The
event hosted approximately 850 visitors and I am happy to say that there were no
incidents or injuries,and the positive feedback was overwhelming.
In closing, I just want to say how proud I am of each of you, and how proud l am to be
part of such a wonderful Team. Thank you so much for making Magnolia Park and
Orange County shine so brightly.
Frederick E. Wilson
Site Supervisor
Magnolia Park
CC: Rodney Williams, Assistant Manager
Bill Ray, Program Manager
The Benefits Are Endless . . . TM
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Angelique Bowen
Parks & Receration
Dear Ms. Bowen:
On behalf of Orange County Parks and Recreation Department 1 would like to convey our
most sincere thanks for volunteering your time and effort for our ninth annual "Santa Claus
Calling" event. The event was a tremendous success!! With your help and the other 175
volunteers, disguised as Santa and North Pole operators, we were able to make over 1,500
phone calls to local elementary school children.
I hope you enjoyed participating in this event and would consider assiting again next year.
Your special talents added to the ongoing tradition of this holiday event. If you like to
participate in fixture events or have any questions please feel free to contact me at 836-6219.
Once again, Thank You ! Wishing you and your family a happy and safe holiday season.
Sincerely,
Paul
David Burgoon
Recreation Specialist, Special Events
O$M1V--4 PARKS AND RECREATION DIVISION
•- I t,J 4801 West Colonial Drive•Orlando.Florida 32808-7756
(407)836-6200•Fax(407)836-6210•http://w wcitizens-Brstai ornngc.0 us
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June 22, 1999
Angelique Bowen
West Orange Trail
Dear Angelique ,
On behalf of the Orange County -Parks and.Recreation Division, I would like to
THANK YOU for your assistance with the 1st Annual Fathers Day Olympic,.
Without the help of volunteers like you it would be impossible to safely and
efficiently orchestrate an event of this magnitude.
Despite the rain, we had over 350 guest and it was a smashing success. Everybody
enjoyed all the different activities such as the inflatable mountain, obstacle course,
velcro wall and bungee run. We all came together as a team to pin smiles on
hundreds of children and families.
I hope you enjoyed participating in this activity. Orse_again, thank you tbi you:
support.
Sincerely,
r
David Burgoon
Recreation Specialist, Special Events
The Benefits Are Endless . . . TM
(Z*,(A r Interoffice Memorandum
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Fr-AUNTY
GOVERNMENT
Y L O Y 1 U A
DATE: November 1, 1999
TO: Millie Valenti Tod Melle
`,:Angela Bowen Andrew Couture
Scott Hellewell Bill Ray
Mike& Sherri Heller Mike Cadieux
Clay Baker Jody Fisher
Brenda Williams Curtis Manning
The Scream Team: Wayne Dorminey, David Burgoon, Kyle Kent &
Friends.
FROM: Cynthia Meketa, Recreation Specialist
SUBJECT: Haunted Woods 99 at Moss Park
On behalf of Moss Park and The Friends of Moss Park, 1 would like to give a big
"Thank You"to the above people for the help that you gave during the 6 ' Annual
Haunted Woods Event. We put the scare into over 2000 people and helped raise
$3800.00 for the park. An event this large could not function without the help of great
park staff like you. We had a lot of good feedback from the patrons and I want to credit
the great staff for making the event run so efficiently.
In order to make this event even better next year, I would like to hear back from you on
anything you think might be improved upon. Please be brutal. Thanks again.
cc Bill Ray Audra Davis
Shelly Jennings Cindy Phelps-Shirley
Gail Piazza Jim Pinkney
Mike Kempton Dale Hatch
Kyle Kent Ken Gillette
Andrew Merkerson Joe Butler
Bobby Houge Larry Koch
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
The Benefits Are Endless . . . TM
ORANGE Interoffice Memorandum
C6UN'rY
GOVERNMENT
FLORIDA
DATE November 6, 1998
TO: Millie Valenti Jim Smith
Angela Bowel' Bill Raybern
Scott Hellewell Janine Campbell
Mike Heller Mike Cadiex
Man Suedmeyer 011ie Bowers
Ellis Daniley Joe Tussey
Tod Melte Shelly Itaus
The Scream Team: Wayne Dorminey, Kyle Kent & Friends, Ted Green
Alicia Edam, Nikki Tanner and David Burgoon
FROM' Cynthia Meketa, Recreation Specialist
SUBJECT: Haunted Woods 98 at Moss Park
On behalf of Moss Park and The Pr rends or Moss Park, t would like to give a big Thant:
You to the above people for the help that you gave during the Sth Annual Haunted
Woods Event. We put the scare into approximately 1500 people and helped raise
$3800.00 for the park. An event this large could not function without the help of great
park staff like yourselves. We had a lot of good feedback from the patrons and I want to
credit the great staff for making the event run so efficiently.
In order to make this event even better next year, I would like to hear back from you on
anything you think may be improved upon. Please be brutal. Thanks again.
cc Paul Bergmann Audra Davis
Shelly Jennings Cindy Phelps-Shirley
Gail Piazza Jim Pinkney
Bill Ray Tim Bucher
Karen Overstreet
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
The Benefits Are Endless . . . T"
"CENTER OF GOOD LIVING-PRIDE OF WEST ORANGE" MAYOR•COMMISSIONER
Ocoee S.SCO7T VANDERGRIFT
CITY OF OCOEE
COMMISSIONERS
c DANNY HOWELL
n 150 N. LAKESHORE DRIVE SCOTr ANDERSON
OCOEE,FLORIDA 34761-2258 RUSTY]OHNSON
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1. Name: / ho F75 C. -RE Home Phone: `yo7- g»- 7c'c"y
2. Home Address: 7-0 B rzK r`LV £ 2sx at- 0= fc 3447oa
3. Business: A..- 7.c. 59r0ry 4.,.1,5,-G:4-olc. Go.. Business Phone: Yr-27- 821 -
4. Business Address: /583 ' 3 :.mod Stf.e A). '''351.), O=u=ci F'- SE,GR ,(
5. Brief Summary of Education and Experience:
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6. Are you a registered voter? Yes No / District # 2.
7. Resident of the City for 6 months or longer? Yes ✓ No
8. Do you hold public office? Yes No ✓
9. Are you employed by the City? Yes No V
10. Do you now serve on a City Board or Committee? Ycs No ✓
11. PLEASE CHECK THE BOARDS WHICH INTEREST YOU :
Indicate our degree of interest as first choice- #1,second choice-#2, etc.
* Board of Adjustment Personnel Board
-it Citizen Advisory Council
for Police Department * Planning & Zoning Commission
* Police Officers' and Firefighters'
* Code Enforcement Board Retirement Trust Fund Board of
Trustees
**Education Commission J.iRecreation Advisory Board
* General Employees' Retirement
Trust Fund Board of Trustees
12. Why do you think you are qualified to serve on this board?
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13. Would you consider serving on another Board other than one(s)you selected 7 `---..1>- ' -5ii7°""S.
above? Yes ✓ No
14. Until such time you are selected for the Board of your choice, may we submit your
application when vacancies occur rather than phoning you? Yes V No
15. Please attach resume.
** What school does your child attend? 'i//i
SIGNATURE C/ .,.. e 94 DATE: 1, Z'/ 26200
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Note: (1) Application effective for ONE YEAR from date of completion.
(2) If you have any questions,please call the City Clerk's office at(407)905-3105.
* FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE FORMS ARE REQUIRED FOLLOWING APPOINTMENT
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AQUATIC SAFETY CONSULTING, INC.
TOM WERTS 1583 E. Silver Star Act
800-561-3593 Suite 350
(IN ORLANDO) 877-6291 Ocoee, FL 34761
FAX (407)877-8244
VITA
THOMAS C.WERTS
PROFESSIONAL
• Director, Water Park Operations, Adventure Landing (Present)
• Aquatic Safety Consultant(1988- Present)
• Seven years as Recreation Specialist, Resorts HRD, Watt Disney World Co.
(1989- 1996)
• One Year as Assistant Manager, River Country, Walt Disney World Co.
(1988- 1989)
• Twelve years as Waterpark Safety Instructor/Instructor Trainer, Ellis 8 Associates
(1986 - Present)
• Three years as National Director of Water Safety,American Red Cross(1984 - 1987)
• Three years Assistant National Director, Water Safety, American Red Cross
(1981 - 1984)
• Four Years as Division Director. Safety Services, Carolinas Division, American Red
Cross(1977- 1981)
• Five years as Safety Specialist, Carolinas Division, American Red Cross
(1972- 1977)
• Two years as Assistant Manager, Head Lifeguard, City Lake Pool, High Point, NC
(1970- 1972)
▪ Two Years as Aquatic and Youth Director, YMCA, Dover, Delaware (1988- 1970)
• Thirty plus years experience as Lifeguard, Instructor and Instructor Trainer at
waterfronts, surf beaches, swimming pools and water parks.
EDUCATION
• Bachelors Degree in Health, Physical Education and Recreation, High Point College,
High Point, NC.
• Graduate Degree Work (40+ hours) in Health/Fitness Management, American
University, Washington, D.C.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEMBERSHIP EXPERIENCE
• Citizen CPR Foundation
• Conference on Citizen CPR
• Council for National Cooperation in Aquatics
• International Swimming Hall of Fame
• National Forum for the Advancement of Aquatics
• National Recreation and Park Association-Aquatic Section (1986• Present)
(President Elect- 1993, President- 1994, Past President- 1995)
• National Recreation and Park Association- National Aquatic Management School
Co-Directed- 1997, Directed- 1998, 1999)
• National Swimming Pool Foundation
Accident Investigation • Court Testimony • Lifeguard Audits
Staff Screening • Selection • Training • Certification Programs
VITA
THOMAS C. WERTS
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ORGANIZATIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIPS
• American Alliance for Health, Physical Education. Recreation and Dance
• American Camping Association
• Boy Scouts of America
• Ellis&Associates-Waterpark Safety Training
• Florida Recreation and Park Association•Aquatic Interest Section
• Florida State HRD Advisory Committee-Chairman
• Florida State EMS Advisory Committee
• Gill Scouts of America
• National Recreation and Park Association
• National Safety Council
• National Spa and Pool Institute
• National Swimming Pool Foundation
• United Stales Consumer Product Safety Commission
- Information and Education Subcommittee
• United States Swimming
• World Waterpark Association
ORGANIZATIONAL LIAISON EXPERIENCE
• American Camping Association
• American Swim Coaches Association
• Athletic Business
• Canadian Red Cross
• Ellis S Associates.Waterpark Lifeguard Training
• Florida Recreation and Park Association
▪ Florida Department of Health and Human Rehabilitative Services.
Environmental Heals Section. Lifeguard&Swimming Instructor Advisory Committee
• Florida Department of Health and Human Rehabilitative Services.
Office of Emergency Medical Services, Lifeguard Advisory Committee
• International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions
▪ Laerdal Medical Corporation
• National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association
▪ National Safety Council
• National Water Safety Congress
• President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports
• Professional Paddlers Association
▪ Royal Life Saving Association-Australia
• Royal Life Saving Association-Canada
• Sea World of Florida -Water Rescue Training
• United States Coast Guard
• United States Diving
• United States lifesaving Association
• United States Marine Corps
▪ United Stales Yacht Racing Union
• Word Waterpark Association
• Y.M.C.A.
• Y.W.C.A
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
Created by Ordinance No. 908, 9-02-86/Amended by Ordinance Nos. 937, 93-02 and 98-29.
Members roust be City residents per §15-4.B, Code of Ordinances
Member District Phone Number Term Expires
Gordon Applegate (ViceChmn) 1 407/656-7409 (H) October I, 2000
504 Spring Creek Drive
Ocoee, FL 34761
Mary E. Barber 2 407/877-9479 (H) October 1, 2000
1355 Olympia Park Circle 521-2360 x 268 (W)
Ocoee, FL 34761
Sim Beech 1 407/656-2669 (H) October 1, 2000
1206 Kimball Drive
Ocoee, FL 34761
Carleen Bryant 1 407/656-8997 (H) October 1, 2000
2002 Lauren Beth Avenue
Ocoee, FL 34761
William Chambers (Chmn) 3 407/656-9841 (H) October 1, 2000
314 E. Geneva Street
Ocoee, FL 34761
Anthony Cristelli 1 407/654-3434 (H) October 1, 2001
1607 Doris Ann Court
Ocoee, FL 34761
Ray G. DeWeese 4 407/292-8786 (H) October 1, 2001
2715 Coventry Lane 407/324-9312 (W)
Ocoee, FL 34761
Kristi L. Failla (Resigned 5/11/2000) 2 407/905-0255 (H) October 1, 2000
13 Magnolia Street
Ocoee, FL 34761
Lewynn LaBaire (Resigned 2/21/2000) 1 656-9883 (H) October 1, 2001
302 Spring Lake Circle
Ocoee, FL 34761
David Lindenauer 4 290-9455 (H) October 1, 2001
616 Sherwood Oaks Circle 353-5293 (W)
Ocoee, FL 34761
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Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Member District Phone Number Term Expires
Rachel K. Maxwell 4 295-3919 (H) October 1, 2000
710 Rich Drive 298-2777 (W)
Ocoee, FL 34761 298-0573 (F)
Paul Sherman 2 656-2521 (H) October 1, 2001
1200 Sandy Cove
Ocoee, FL 34761
Rosemary Wilsen 2 298-1574 (H) October 1, 2001
1019 Shady Maple Circle 656-6678 (W)
Ocoee, FL 34761 521-0090 (F)
WICKERGAL@AOL.COM
Ex-Officio Members
Scott Anderson, Commissioner 656-0337 (H) Appt. December 5, 1995
510 Orange Avenue
Ocoee, FL 34761
Bruce Nordquist, Recreation Director 656-0758 (H)
1212 Adeleide Court 656-3103 (W)
Ocoee, FL 34761 701-0765 (C)
899-8641 (B)
656-2343 (F)
recreate@Occee.org
RECBD/mbg/May 25,2000
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF CITY BOARDS
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT (City residents only/not City employees)
Meets as needed
members, 2 alternates - 3 year terms
Duties: To hear and decidee appeals forordinance.
administrative review; to hear and recommend to
City Commission variances to the zoning ordina
CITIZEN ADVISORY COUNCIL FOR POLICE DEPARTMENT (Ocoee residents, owners of real
property, members of OPD, owners of businesses - per CACOPD By-Laws)
Meets 3rd Thursdays, alternate months, 7:00 p.m.
No less than 15 members, no more than 2S members - 3 year terms
Dulles: To promote and maintain communication, cooperation and a positive relationship
between the citizens of the City of Ocoee and the Ocoee Police Department.
CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD (City residents only)
Meets 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.
7 members, 2 alternates - 3 year terms
(Members:hip will, when practicable, include an architect, a businessman, an engineer, a
general contractor, a sub-contractor and a realtor) .
Duties: To review infractions of City technical codes, negotiate compliance and impose
fines for failure to comply.
EDUCATION COMMISSION (City residents only)
Meets 1st Mondays, 7:00 p.m.
No less than 7 members, no e than 15 members - 2 year terms
(Membership shall include at least one representative member for each public school
within the City.)
Duties: To improve the quality of education for Ocoee students hy serving as an advisory
body to the City Commission on education issues within the City.
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BO➢RO (City residents only)
Meets 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m.
33 members - 2 year terms
oera t: the City Commission, City Manager nd Recreation Director on the
operation of the CiLy's parks, recreaional facilities and programs
PERSONNEL BOARD (City residents who are registered voters)
Meets a= needed
3 year terms
(Membership will include at least 1 City employee, 1 City Commissioner, 1 person who
holds management position with City, and 1 citizen of Ocoee who is not employed by and
does not hold office with City. All must be qualified electors of the City. )
Duties: Responsible for reviewing personnel policies for the City which are submitted
to them by City Manager and recommending such policies to City Commission for adoption.
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION (City residents only)
Meets 2nd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. (and 4th Wednesdays, if needed)
9 members - 3 year terms
(Membership will, when reasonable, include an architect, an engineer, a general building
contractor, o real estate agent and lay persons) .
Duties: Establishes principles and policies for guiding action affecting development in
the City and its environs. Determines whether special proposed developments conform to
the principles and requirements of the comprehensive plan. Acts in advisory capacity to
the City Commission.
GENERAL EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT TRUST FUND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
members: 2 employees, 2 City residents and 5th member chosen by majority of the
previous 4 members. 2 year terms
Duties: General administration and responsibility tor the operation of the Retirement
Trust Fund for general employees.
POLICE OFFICERS' AND FIREFIGHTERS' RETIREMENT TRUST FUND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
5 members: 1 police officer, 1 firefighter, 2 City residents and 5th member chosen hy
majority of the previous 4 members. 2 year terms
Duties: General administration and responsibility for theoperation of the Retirement
Trust Fund for the City's police officers and firefighters.
SRDSDES/mhg/March 20, 2000