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Regular Meeting
Marina Advisory Committee
Monday, July 1, 2019
Members Present: William McDowell, Ron Smith, Donnell Laux, Robyn Cobb, Gerry Morrow, Mona Baen,
Richard Bell
Members Absent: Hal Suter, Martha Avery
Staff Present: Gina Sanchez, Marina Superintendent; Leah Hughen, Management Aide
Call to Order: Chairman McDowell called the regular meeting of the Marina Advisory Committee to order at 5:30
p.m.
Action on Minutes: The motion was made by Mr. Laux and seconded by Mr. Morrow to approve the minutes of the
6/03/19 regular meeting; the motion passed unanimously.
Presentations and/or Public Comment: none
Discussion Items and Possible Action Thereto: Meeco Sullivan Hurricane Repairs: Ms. Sanchez advised Meeco
Sullivan completed repairs to several docks that were damaged during Hurricane Harvey. The repairs were paid for
with insurance and FEMA funds. Morf Pier Update: Ms. Sanchez reported there has been another delay in the
manufacturing of the dock materials. The new estimated arrival date is the end of July. Regatta Results: Australian
teams, Havoc and Magpie, took first and second place respectively, and American team, Stella Blue, placed third at
the Etchells World Championship. Upcoming July Events: Ms. Sanchez advised the upcoming events will be the
Mayor's Big Bang Regatta on July 3`d, the annual Navy regatta, and Roger Creager's Coastal Bender Fishing
Tournament.
Committee/Staff Reports: Arts: Ms. Baen advised due to spalling on the sea wall ramps it isn't feasible to paint
murals there at this time. Currently there is no estimated timeline for repairs. The focus will be finding artists to paint
the AEP electrical boxes throughout the Marina. CC Marina Foundation: Mr. Laux advised the foundation will most
likely be up and running by September. Then they can begin planning events such as a Jazz concert fundraiser.
Culture: Mr. Laux suggested hosting a different activity to engage the community each quarter. Activities could
include student art shows, concerts, potlucks, and dances. Environmental: Ms. Cobb and Mr. Smith advised the
committee has several ideas for environmental and historical education signs to post throughout the Marina. Ms.
Cobb expressed feeling the committee was at a standstill until a sign professional can give them input on the design.
Ms. Sanchez suggested meeting with a sign company to gauge how much information can go on a sign and how to
proceed. Park Development: Mr. Laux advised the committee is brainstorming a campaign to put benches along the
t -heads with pergolas over them. The Peoples Street circle could be used as a fitness area, play area, or picnic area.
A Dockwalkers program is in the works to educate tenants. Coast Guard Auxiliary would walk the docks to hand
out safe boating and environmental literature.
Director's Report: Ms. Sanchez reported Marina staff and the Columbus Sailing Association have patched 37 areas
on La Nina and have had the mast taken down. The Seabin arrived and will be installed in the coming month.
Identify Items to be placed on Next Agenda: Marina rescue vessel, Water depth near J -hoist
Confirmation for Next Meeting is: Monday, August 5, 2019
Adjournment: As there was no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:17 p.m.
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Gina Sanchez
Marina Superintendent
Marina Advisory Committee 6/4/19