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Explore the acquisition of Camp Joy Property, a 32-acre site in Orange County, with various facilities and potential benefits for Parks and Recreation. Learn about the costs, site preparation, benefits, and proposed board action.
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CAMP JOY PROPERTY ACQUISITION Parks and Recreation Division March 23, 2010
PRESENTATION OUTLINE • Background • Camp Joy Property • Board Action Requested
PRESENTATION OUTLINE • Background • Camp Joy Property • Board Action Requested
BACKGROUND Impact Fee Presentation – 10/28/08 • Items Discussed: • Budget Reductions • Operating funds not available for new parks or facilities • Insufficient funds for new park construction • $6.5 million in Park Impact Fees available to spend • Purchase of Park Land approved
BACKGROUND BCC Park Land Acquisition Presentation-12/15/09 • Items Discussed: • Benefits of Land Banking • Park Growth Analysis • Land Selection Process • List of 15 ranked properties • Budget
BACKGROUND Approved Land Acquisition Budget • Budget $6,500,000 • Rybolt Property Acquisition (1,000,000) • Apopka Loop Connector (680,000) • Dr. Phillips Gym Funding 880,000 • Cricket Pitch (Silver Star) (240,000) • Conserv II fencing (65,000) Remaining Balance $5,395,000
PRESENTATION OUTLINE • Background • Camp Joy Property • Board Action Requested
CAMP JOY PROPERTY • 32 Acres immediately north of Kelly Park • 800 feet along Rock Springs Run • 25 buildings/facilities on site • Chapel • Dormitories • Bathrooms • Pavilions • Pool • Cabins
CAMP JOY PROPERTY Orange County Property Appraiser
CAMP JOY PROPERTY Property Benefits • Adjacent to Kelly Park • Provides water access • Minimal maintenance/staffing costs • Potential revenue generator • Can accommodate large groups • Retreats and Camps (future use)
CAMP JOY PROPERTY Site Prep Activities • Repair and weatherize for future use • 9 structures – including chapel, dorm, and pavilions • Demolition • 16 structures – including cabins, pool, residence, and dining hall • Security Fencing and Gate
CAMP JOY PROPERTY Acquisition Costs • Acquisition $ 890,250 • Survey/Closing Costs $ 13,176 • Site Prep Costs $ 150,000 • Total Cost $1,053,426
PRESENTATION OUTLINE • Background • Camp Joy Property • Board Action Requested
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED • Approval and Execution by the Mayor of Contract for Sale and Purchase and Holdover Agreement between Greater Orlando Baptist Association Holding Co., Inc. (f/k/a Wekiwa Baptist Association Holding Company, Inc.) and Orange County, and approval of Warranty Deed from Greater Orlando Baptist Association Holding Co., Inc. (f/k/a Wekiwa Baptist Association Holding Company, Inc.) to Orange County, and authorization to disburse funds to pay purchase price and closing costs and perform all actions necessary and incidental to closing. • Utilize approximately $150,000 for site cleanup and repairs.
CAMP JOY PROPERTY ACQUISITION Parks and Recreation Division March 23, 2010