University Park Recreation District
3501 Quadrangle Blvd., Suite 270, Orlando, FL 32817
Phone: 407-723-5900 Fax: 407-723-5901
http://universityparkrd.com/

The Meeting of the Board of Supervisors of the University Park Recreation District will be held on Friday, February 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM at the Business Offices located at 8301 The Park Boulevard, University Park, FL 34201 and or virtually.

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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS’ MEETING AGENDA

Organizational Matters

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

Call to Order
Roll Call to Confirm Quorum
Public Comment Period [for any members of the public desiring proposition before the Board]

to

speak

on

any

Administrative Matters
1. Consideration of Minutes of the:

a.
b.
c.
d.

December 12, 2025, Board of Supervisors’ Meeting December 19, 2025, Board of Supervisors’ Continued Meeting January 9, 2026, Board of Supervisors’ Meeting
January 16, 2026, Board of Supervisors’ Workshop Meeting

Staff Report Matters

2.
3.
4.

District Counsel District Manager Club Management
Management Discussion & Analysis Report Committee Reports
Finance
Strategic Planning

5.

Old Business Matters
Review of Proposed Amendments to Country Club Facility Usage Policy and Fee Structure – Initiation Fees
Clarification of Provision of Office Space for UPCAI Staff Under the Mutual Cooperation Agreement Between the District and UPCAI

New Business Matters
Consideration of Resolution 2026-09, Adopting Revised Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund Budget
Consideration of Resolution 2026-10, Adopting Revised Fiscal Year 2025 Enterprise Fund Budget
Consideration of Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC Proposal for Election Ballot Counting Services
Consideration of Updated Floor Plans for the Kitchen Project
Discussion of Bond Alternative – Submitted by Supervisor Scott Huebner

District Financial Matters
13. Ratification of Payment Authorization Nos. 154 – 155

Supervisor Comments & Future Agenda Items
Public Comments

Adjournment

Date

Meeting Type

Time

Location

February 17, 2026

General Election

9:00 AM –
12:00 PM

Varsity Club

February 17, 2026

Board of Supervisors’ Special Meeting

4:30 PM

University Park Business Offices

February 18, 2026

Finance Committee Meeting

3:00 PM

University Park Business Offices

March 3, 2026

Workshop Meeting

2:00 PM

University Park Business Offices

March 11, 2026

Strategic Planning Committee Meeting

3:00 PM

University Park Business Offices

March 13, 2026

Board of Supervisors’ Meeting

1:00PM

University Park Business Offices

March 18, 2026

Finance Committee Meeting

3:00 PM

University Park Business Offices

March 31, 2026

Workshop Meeting

2:00 PM

University Park Business Offices

University Park Recreation District

Consideration of Minutes of:

a.
b.

December 12, 2025, Board of Supervisors’ Meeting December 19, 2025, Board of Supervisors’ Continued Meeting
January 9, 2026, Board of Supervisors’ Meeting January 16, 2026, Board of Supervisors’ Workshop Meeting

c.
d.

MINUTES OF MEETING

UNIVERSITY PARK RECREATION DISTRICT BOARD OF SUPERVISORS’ MEETING
Friday, December 12, 2025
1:00 p.m.
Business Offices
8301 The Park Boulevard, University Park, FL 34201

Board Members present in person or via phone:

Sally Dickson Steve Heitzner Rusty Piersons David Murphy
Scott Huebner

Chairperson
Vice Chairperson
2nd Vice Chairperson Treasurer
Assistant Secretary

(via phone)

Also, Present in person or via phone:

Vivian Carvalho Kwame Jackson John Fetsick Curtis Nickerson
Mark Barnebey

District Manager - PFM Group Consulting (via phone) ADM - PFM Group Consulting
General Manager - Country Club
Director of Properties & Facilities - Country Club District Counsel - Blalock Walters

Various Audience Members in-person

FIRST ORDER OF BUSINESS

Organizational Matters

Call to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance

The meeting was called to order at 1:00 p.m. by Ms. Dickson. Those in attendance are outlined above.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Public Comments

Mr. Underwood commented regarding the irrigation funding and the Capital Improvement Plan.

There were no further public comments.

SECOND ORDER OF BUSINESS

Administrative Matters

Consideration of Minutes of the:

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a)

November

4,

2025,

Workshop Meeting

b)

November 6, 2025, Auditor

Selection Meeting

Committee

c)

November 14, 2025, Board of Supervisors’ Meeting

The Board reviewed the minutes.

THIRD ORDER OF BUSINESS

Staff Report Matters

District Counsel – Mr. Barnebey noted that a response from the Supreme Court has not been received yet. Assessments can be placed on the tax roll for 2027, if needed, with a decision deadline for August.

There was brief discussion regarding the options related to the bond and assessments.

District Manager – Ms. Carvalho noted there are five outstanding record requests that are being processed.

Club Management –
a. Management Discussion & Analysis Report

Mr. Fetsick gave an overview of the report through November 2025 and update on various events. He noted it is the busy season and Thanksgiving was very successful, serving over 700 members. The Christmas dinner is sold out, and most other events currently have approximately 150 RSVP’s or more.

There was brief discussion regarding holding events in the Varsity Club coinciding with reservations in the Dining Room. It was noted it is a disservice to members at this time until a larger kitchen is built. Mr. Fetsick noted there should not be events booked on a Wednesday or Friday night in the Varsity Club due to the full dinner menu being served in the Dining Room.

Mr. Fetsick introduced Mrs. Lori Ross and she gave an update on the status of the Varsity Club and furniture. Mr. Fetsick noted the purchased furniture was not up to standard, and a full refund has been received. This refund has allowed for more research and choices for new, higher quality furniture.

There was a moment of silence in memory of Mr. Ross who recently passed.

The Board reviewed the schematic and design options for the new Varsity Club furniture. It was

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ON MOTION by Mr. Heitzner, second by Mr. Piersons, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District approved the Minutes of the November 4, 2025, Workshop Meeting, the November 6, 2025, Auditor Selection Committee Meeting, and the November 14, 2025, Board of Supervisors’ Meeting.

recommended to use commercial grade soft-glide carpet.

It was noted there was a Zoom crasher who broadcast obscenities. The Zoom aspect of the meeting was discontinued to allow the meeting to proceed without further interruption.

David Murphy and Vivian Carvalho joined the meeting by phone.

There was brief discussion regarding holding future meetings on Zoom.

There was discussion regarding the chair and furniture options and cost. There was a recommendation to have two love seats instead of a love seat and couch. It was noted there should be discussion regarding how the Varsity Club should look. There was also a recommendation to have an interior designer come in for further options.

Mr. Fetsick noted the Varsity Club is a multi-purpose space. There was brief discussion regarding holding various events in that space and what that space will be used for in the future.

There was brief discussion regarding the budget for this project. Mr. Fetsick noted there is money in the reserves.

There was also brief discussion regarding having the Finance Committee review the project and create a budget.

It was noted the first step should be to have an interior designer come in to make recommendations.

Mr. Crouch noted that for such a scenario there would be needed a two, three, or four-year capital plan, and priorities would have to be set. If the Master Plan is to be implemented, there would need to be a three-to-five-year capital plan. Without the bond, there is not enough capital to complete significant parts of the plan. He noted that the Finance Committee would need to be advised on what the priorities are to determine if the District can afford them.

There was lengthy discussion regarding assessments and other financing options. Mr. Huebner noted that paying off the debt should be the top priority. He reviewed several financing options and extension of payment.

Mr. Murphy noted the kitchen needs to be updated. He also reviewed possible options to finance the kitchen.

There was discussion regarding the timing of the assessments on the tax roll versus special assessments. Mr. Crouch noted the Finance Committee will begin researching options to repay the Series 2024 Note in the first quarter of the year.

Mr. Fetsick noted the Varsity Club desperately needs chairs for the season. The current chairs present a liability. The other options can be evaluated as the finances are available. It was noted Mrs. Ross can order sample chairs for the Varsity Club in order to get residents’ opinions.

There was lengthy discussion regarding ordering sample chairs and future options for the Varsity Club.

It was noted the Finance Committee will also look at the Capital Improvement Plan financing.

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Mr. Jackson noted that although the Zoom meeting was discontinued, the meeting audio recording will be available on the District’s website. Ms. Johnson will send out an email blast to residents explaining the situation.

Mr. Fetsick gave an update on the sample racquet furniture and gave an overview of the feedback received thus far. He recommended getting less furniture than proposed, in order to lower the cost.

Mr. Piersons recommended another color option besides black.

Mr. Heitzner gave an overview of the furniture needed for the racquet areas.

Ms. Dickson noted the pickleball furniture is seen when entering the community.

There was brief discussion regarding the racquet furniture options. Mr. Fetsick recommended getting higher quality furniture. It was noted the coffee tables and Adirondack chairs are not needed.

There was brief discussion regarding collecting donations and the budget.

Mr. Fetsick recommended purchasing some of the items to gather feedback. He will get a quote to bring back for the Board’s review.

Mr. Fetsick reviewed the Membership Report, Operating Results, and Capital Reserves.

There was brief discussion regarding the number of golf rounds.

Mr. Huebner recommended having a breakdown of resident and non-resident membership.

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ON MOTION by Mr. Heitzner, second by Mr. Piersons, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District authorized the Racquet Advisory Group to work with Mr. Fetsick and gather racquet furniture options to bring back recommendations to the Board.

ON MOTION by Mr. Heitzner, second by Mr. Piersons, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District approved the Finance Committee to begin investigating the Finance Options for Repayment of the Series 2024 Note and Capital Improvement Plan financing.

ON MOTION by Mr. Piersons, second by Mr. Heitzner, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District authorized Mrs. Ross and Mr. Fetsick to order chair samples for the Varsity Club.

Committee Reports -
Finance
Strategic Planning

Mr. Crouch gave an update on the Finance Committee. It was noted the Financial Committee will be giving the Board monthly Financial Reports and recommendations for the Capital Improvement Plan priorities.

Mr. Crouch noted the Committee recommends an increase in the initiation fees. He gave an overview of the suggested increases.

There was discussion regarding racquet membership and marketing for that membership.

Mr. Fetsick gave an overview of the Twilight Tennis program and noted it can also be marketed as a junior program.

There was continued discussion regarding marketing. Mr. Fetsick and Ms. Johnson will work on a digital marketing campaign and marketing plan for racquets.

It was noted non-resident social memberships are on hold.

There was discussion regarding holding tournaments and events to help with marketing and finances. Mr. Fetsick will bring back information regarding tournaments to the next meeting.

Mr. Crouch reviewed the Finance Committee’s individual roles. It was noted each committee member is in charge of certain action items.

There was brief discussion regarding the credit card fee that the club incurs for membership payments. The Finance Committee recommended having the members pay that additional fee when using a credit card. Mr. Barneby noted that the change would require a rule adoption. The Board agreed to move forward with charging the credit card fee to members and the increase of Initiation Fees. It was noted there will be a resolution created for review at the January meeting and a Public Hearing will be scheduled in March.

There was also brief discussion regarding the increase in Initiation Fees and the housing market. It was noted this could encourage more membership prior to the increase.

It was recommended to create an initiation fee pricing sheet, with the increase noted, for the housing sales office.

The Strategic Planning Committee update was deferred.

FOURTH ORDER OF BUSINESS

Business Matters

Review and Acceptance of Fiscal

Year

2025	District

Goals

&

Objectives Reporting Form

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Mr. Jackson gave an overview and noted the District has met all the goals for Fiscal Year 2025, except one that remains in progress. That goal will be completed in Fiscal Year 2026. The report will be posted on the District’s website once approved.

Review

and

Consideration

of

Professional Consulting Services RFP Template

This item was deferred.

Consideration and Appointment of Election Chair

Mr. Piersons gave an overview of Heron’s Glen’s process and noted they do not hire outside firms or people to handle the process.

There was discussion regarding holding neighborhood meetings for the candidates. It was noted Mr. Christopher has given his approval.

Mr. Piersons stated he would be willing to contact the neighborhoods to setup the meetings.

Ms. Dickson recommended contacting Mr. Tennenbaum as well.

Mr. Piersons noted he has a sponsor to donate wine for the neighborhood meetings and the meetings should be kept casual.

There was brief discussion regarding promotion and endorsement. It was recommended to have the neighborhood meetings coordinated by the Election Chair or someone who is not a candidate.

Mr. Barnebey gave an overview of the rules regarding the Election Chair and the election process.

Mr. Jackson noted Mr. Parkinson has withdrawn his candidacy for Election Chair and Mr. Ferris is the sole remaining candidate. He will have a committee to help him with the process.

It was noted that the decision to hire an accounting firm for ballot counting needs to be decided by Election Day.

There was brief discussion regarding the candidate forum dates. Ms. Carvalho noted that according to the General Procedures, the candidate forums must occur before January 31.

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ON MOTION by Mr. Piersons, second by Mr. Heitzner, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District accepted the Fiscal Year 2025 District Goals and Objectives Reporting Form.

There was discussion regarding the required dates of forms and candidate forums. It was noted deadline dates can be changed. The Board agreed that the second candidate forum should be after January 31.

The following key dates were noted:
December 17, 2025, by 5pm – final deadline for candidacy submission

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

On or before December 31, 2025 – voter registration due January 9, 2026 – voter ballots mailed out
January 30, 2026 – deadline to hold two candidate forums February 17, 2026 – final election day, poll closes at noon

Ms. Carvalho noted she has received two candidate submissions thus far.

There was continued discussion regarding the candidate forums. It was noted the forum dates will be given to the candidates.

There was brief introduction of Mr. Ferris and brief discussion of the Election Chair role. It was noted there will be consistent communication with District Management and District Counsel in this role.

Ms. Carvalho noted she will schedule a call with Mr. Ferris and District Counsel.

Discussion	of	Park	Boulevard

Management Authority

(PBM)

Spending

This item was deferred.

Update on Capital Improvement Plan

This item was deferred.

Consideration

of

Auditor

Engagement Letter from Phillips Feldman Group

Mr. Jackson gave an overview and noted the engagement letter has been reviewed and amended by District Counsel.

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ON MOTION by Mr. Heitzner, second by Mr. Huebner, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District appointed Mr. Ferris as the Election Chair.

There was brief discussion regarding the cost. It was noted this is a steady cost with very little increase.

Consideration of Arbitrage Rebate Calculation Services Proposal

Mr. Jackson noted this is an annual requirement for the district in regard to the Series 2019 bonds.

Consideration Proposal

of

Sunshade

This item was deferred.

Update on Firm for Election Ballot Counting Services

Mr. Fetsick gave an update and noted the Finance Committee is working on an election ballot counting service. There is a meeting next week with a potential accounting firm.

This item will be kept on the agenda.

Discussion

of

Florida

Ethics

Commission Response

This item was deferred.

FIFTH ORDER OF BUSINESS

District Financial Matters

Ratification

of

Payment

Authorization No. 149 - 151

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ON MOTION by Mr. Piersons, second by Mr. Heitzner, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District approved the Arbitrage Rebate Calculation Services Proposal.

ON MOTION by Mr. Heitzner, second by Mr. Piersons, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District approved the Auditor Engagement Letter from Phillips Feldman Group, with the addendum by District Counsel.

Mr. Fetsick gave an overview of the payment authorizations. It was noted these are standard District expenses.

Supervisor Requests & Public Comments

The upcoming workshops and meetings were noted.

Ms. Carvalho will resend the 2026 Board Meeting calendar to Mr. Heitzner, as requested.

There was brief discussion regarding the continuance of this meeting. The Board agreed to hold the continuance on December 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.

Mr. Carvalho noted that if Zoom is not able to be used, a Webex phone platform can be used.

The following action items were noted:
*Mr. Fetsick will update the Board in January on a racquets marketing program.
*District Counsel will determine what is needed for the candidate forum date changes.

Mr. Underwood commented regarding the General Manager’s Coffee Meeting and noted Mr. Fetsick did a great job of explaining the various entities and roles.

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Date

Meeting Type

Time

Location

December 17, 2025

Finance Committee Meeting

3:00PM

University Park Business Offices

January 9, 2026

Board of Supervisors’ Meeting

1:00 PM

University Park Business Offices

January 14, 2026

Strategic Planning Committee Meeting

3:00 PM

University Park Business Offices

January 16, 2026

Rescheduled Workshop Meeting

2:00PM

University Park Business Offices

January 21, 2026

Finance Committee Meeting

3:00PM

University Park Business Offices

ON MOTION by Mr. Piersons, second by Mr. Heitzner, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District ratified Payment Authorization No. 149-151.

Mr. Charlesworth provided comments about Mr. Ferris and his professionalism.

There was brief discussion regarding the January  Board Meeting. Mr. Murphy requested moving the meeting to 2:00 p.m. The Board agreed to the timing change. Mr. Jackson will confirm and send an updated meeting schedule.

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Mr. Barnebey reminded the Board of the required four-hour annual ethics training due December 31 and the Form 1 due in July.

Mr. Jackson gave the Board printed copies of the updated RFP template for review before the continued meeting. It has been updated by the Strategic Planning Committee.

There were no further Supervisor requests or public comments.

SIXTH ORDER OF BUSINESS

Continuance

There was no further business to discuss.

Secretary / Assistant Secretary

Chairperson / Vice Chairperson

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ON MOTION by Mr. Murphy, second by Mr. Piersons, with all in favor, the December 12, 2025, Board of Supervisors Meeting for the University Park Recreation District, was continued at 4:05 p.m., to December 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.

MINUTES OF MEETING

UNIVERSITY PARK RECREATION DISTRICT CONTINUED BOARD OF SUPERVISORS’ MEETING
Friday, December 19, 2025
2:00 p.m.
Business Offices
8301 The Park Boulevard, University Park, FL 34201

Board Members present in person or via phone:

Sally Dickson Steve Heitzner Rusty Piersons David Murphy
Scott Huebner

Chairperson
Vice Chairperson
2nd Vice Chairperson Treasurer
Assistant Secretary

Also, Present in person or via phone:

Vivian Carvalho Kwame Jackson Mark Barnebey
John Fetsick Curtis Nickerson

DM – PFM Group Consulting LLC ADM - PFM Group Consulting LLC District Counsel - Blalock Walters
General Manager - Country Club

(via phone) (via phone) (via phone)
(via phone)

Director of Properties & Facilities– Country Club

Various Audience Members in-person and via Zoom

FIRST ORDER OF BUSINESS

Organizational Matters

Call to Order and Roll Call

The meeting was called to order at 2:00 p.m. by Ms. Dickson. Those in attendance are outlined above.

It was noted that there is no video streaming for the meeting. It is restricted to audio only.

Public Comments

A resident commented regarding the Zoom meeting being hacked.

Mr. Jackson noted that there was no hack, and that the meetings are required to be public, with anyone being able to join. The issue has been submitted to Zoom for investigation.

It was recommended that the account be deleted and recreated.

Mr. Jackson noted that District Management is working with District Counsel for the best route of remediation.

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There was brief discussion regarding the hack.

Mr. Matt commented regarding the RFP for professional consulting services and the Capital Plan. He noted UPRD is not in compliance with the Charter.

There was brief discussion regarding Webex and attendance.

There were no further public comments.

SECOND ORDER OF BUSINESS

Staff Report Matters

District Manager
a.  Action	Item:

Amending

General Related Forums

Election

Rules

to

Candidate

i.

Consideration Resolution Amending Election Rules

of 2026-06,
General

Mr. Barnebey gave an overview of the resolution changes. These changes authorize the Election Chair to hold additional candidate forums at any time, beyond the required two forums. Currently, two forums are required to take place before January 30th.

Mr. Ferris noted he is communicating with the candidates to gather dates of availability.

Mr. Piersons recommended keeping two candidate forums.

There was discussion regarding the timing of the forums and holding a forum in February. It was noted there is no way to know the definitive date that votes were turned in during previous elections, only the number of votes that were cast on Election Day.

Ms. Dickson recommended re-wording the resolution to authorize the Election Chair to choose the forum dates based on candidate availability and to allow them to hold two or more forums prior to Election Day.

Strategic Report

Planning

Committee

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ON MOTION by Mr. Heitzner, second by Mr. Piersons, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District approved Resolution 2026-06, Amending General Election Rules, with the wording adjustment as stated.

Mr. Freedman gave an update. He noted the Committee is waiting for the RFP to be submitted in order to review proposals.

THIRD ORDER OF BUSINESS

Business Matters

Review

and

Consideration

of

Professional Consulting Services RFP Template

There was brief discussion regarding the RFP and the proposers.

*There was brief interruption with the audio streaming due to connection issues.

It was noted Mr. Freedman should be added as the contact person for the proposers and will communicate with Mr. Fetsick as needed. Mr. Freedman has no conflict of interest.

Mr. Fetsick recommended moving the RFP deadline to January 30th, 2026.

Discussion	of	Park	Boulevard

Management Authority

(PBM)

Spending

Mr. Huebner noted the spending authority chart is mostly aligned with the current PBM Agreement, according to District Counsel. He recommended modification and more details be added to the spending authority descriptions.

Ms. Dickson noted a detailed breakdown of what has been allocated of the capital reserves was previously requested.

Mr. Fetsick recommended having a workshop on this topic. He noted this has been a focus of the Finance Committee and gave an overview of what has been discussed thus far.

It was noted this could be a topic for the January 16th workshop.

Mr. Piersons recommended having the new candidates attend the workshop.

Mr. Huebner commented regarding the budget and how the money is spent.

Mr. Murphy noted the Finance Committee has reviewed the capital reserves in detail.

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ON MOTION by Mr. Piersons, second by Mr. Murphy, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District approved the Professional Consulting Services RFP Template, with the amended deadline.

There was brief discussion regarding the spending authority chart and adding details for budgeting purposes.

Ms. Dickson recommended having the Finance Committee present at the next workshop.

It was noted that Mr. Fetsick routinely provides a detailed line summary of capital expenditure in his report.

There was lengthy discussion regarding how the budget is spent and future planning of capital expenditures and reserves. It was noted that Mr. Fetsick has the information regarding future expenditure and reserves and can present the information to the Board.

It was noted this report should be presented by the Finance Committee on a monthly or quarterly basis. Mr. Fetsick will follow up, and this will be an item for the January 16th workshop agenda.

Update on Capital Improvement Plan

Mr. Fetsick gave an update and overview of the updated kitchen design. It was noted the updated design will add approximately 300 square feet to the kitchen.

Mr. Heitzner gave an overview of seven design options for the Fitness Center and costs. He noted the Advisory Group prefers the fourth option thus far, with the one-story building on Parcel L. Questions have been submitted to the architects regarding parking, removal of trees, etc.

The Advisory Group has recommended having a candidate forum for the residents involved in fitness and wellness in order to ask specific questions.

Mr. Fetsick noted design options should be available by mid-January for presentation to the Board.

There was discussion regarding the timeline of meetings and workshops. Mr. Murphy recommended holding a Town Hall meeting to present the design options to residents.

It was noted the design options need to include additional office space.

There was brief discussion regarding holding an additional forum for the Advisory Groups. It was noted these groups can attend the Town Hall to ask questions.

There was also brief discussion regarding the involvement and feedback from the incoming candidates.

Mr. Fetsick recommended having the Town Hall after the election.

Consideration Proposal

of

Sunshade

There was brief discussion regarding the sunshade. It was noted this should be deferred to a future meeting, once the capital expenditure has been reviewed.

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Mr. Nickerson gave an overview of the current capital projects and updates. It was noted these costs can be discussed at the upcoming workshop.

Update on Firm for Election Ballot Counting Services

Mr. Fetsick gave an update and noted firms are still being researched. The Finance Committee is part of this research. It was noted this cost is approximately $2,000.00.

There was brief discussion regarding the Election packet rules and requirements for a counting service. Mr. Jackson reviewed the rules related to counting ballots and noted they do require an independent accounting firm to be hired.

District Counsel noted this needs to be completed prior to the next meeting.

Discussion

of

Florida

Ethics

Commission Response

Mr. Piersons gave an overview and noted he believes there is a violation regarding Florida Ethics.

There was brief discussion regarding the Florida Ethics Commission response. Mr. Piersons noted no Board member is allowed to vote for a contract if they also sit on a Board/Committee for one of the proposed vendors.

Ms. Dickson noted there must be communication with UPCAI prior to any changes being made.

Mr. Barnebey gave feedback on the response and an overview related to PBM. He noted the answer will have to be from the Florida Ethics Commission, but further investigation is worth pursuing. He recommended having the UPCAI appoint the role to someone recommended by the District.

There was discussion regarding the role and legalities. It was noted PBM could redefine the role.

Mr. Barnebey noted the District could request the appointment of a representative that is not a Board member. More information will need to be gathered for definitive answers. District Counsel will follow up with UPCAI and the Florida Ethics Commission attorney.

There was lengthy discussion regarding the conflict of interest and the role definitions.

Mr. Huebner recommended working with UPCAI to have a representative that is not a Board Member to be on the Committee.

District Counsel will follow up with recommendations.

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Supervisor	Requests Agenda Items

&

Future

The upcoming workshops and meetings were noted.

Mr. Piersons commented regarding the neighborhood candidate meetings, noting

these have

been approved by the Board. He noted he has been in contact with Mr. Christopher and Mr. Tenenbaum and will follow up with them accordingly.

Ms. Dickson noted the Election Chair and Committee will be coordinating these meetings.

There was brief discussion regarding the candidate meetings and locations for the meetings. It was recommended to hold the majority of the meetings at the neighborhood pools.

Mr. Huebner requested review of the Mutual Cooperation Agreement and provision for office space for PBM staff to be on the next agenda.

Ms. Dickson recommended contacting Mr. Ludmerer for more information on the provision.

Action Items:



Mr. Barnebey will follow up with the UPCAI and Florida Ethics Commission attorney to gather further information regarding the conflict of interest.
PBM Spending Authority topic will be added to January 16th Workshop.

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There were no further Supervisor requests.

Public Comment Period

Mr. Charlesworth commented regarding conflict of interest and the upcoming election candidates.

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Date

Meeting Type

Time

Location

January 9, 2026

Board of Supervisors’ Meeting

2:00 PM

University Park Business Offices

January 14, 2026

Strategic Planning Committee Meeting

3:00 PM

University Park Business Offices

January 16, 2026

Rescheduled	Workshop Meeting

2:00PM

University Park Business Offices

January 21, 2026

Finance Committee Meeting

3:00PM

University Park Business Offices

Mr. Underwood noted the finances and bonds should be the focus of the Board.

Mr. Mantia commented regarding the PBM agreement and terms. He recommended previous Board members come in to brief the current Board regarding that agreement.

having

There were no further public comments at this time.

FOURTH ORDER OF BUSINESS

Adjournment

There was no further business to discuss.

Secretary / Assistant Secretary

Chairperson / Vice Chairperson

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ON MOTION by Mr. Murphy, second by Mr. Piersons, with all in favor, the December 19, 2025, Continued Board of Supervisors Meeting for the University Park Recreation District was adjourned at 4:11 p.m.

MINUTES OF MEETING

UNIVERSITY PARK RECREATION DISTRICT BOARD OF SUPERVISORS’ MEETING
Friday, January 9, 2026
2:00 p.m.
Business Offices
8301 The Park Boulevard, University Park, FL 34201

Board Members present in person or via phone:

Sally Dickson Steve Heitzner Rusty Piersons David Murphy
Scott Huebner

Chairperson
Vice Chairperson
2nd Vice Chairperson Treasurer
Assistant Secretary

Also, Present in person or via phone:

Vivian Carvalho Kwame Jackson

District Manager – PFM Group Consulting LLC
Assistant District Manager - PFM Group Consulting LLC (via Zoom)
District Counsel - Blalock Walters General Manager - Country Club
Director of Properties & Facilities– Country Club UPRD Election Chair

Mark Barnebey John Fetsick
Curtis Nickerson Don Feris

Various Audience Members in-person and via Zoom

FIRST ORDER OF BUSINESS

Organizational Matters

Call to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance

The meeting was called to order at 2:01 p.m. by Ms. Dickson. Those in attendance are outlined above.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Public Comments

There were no public comments at this time.

SECOND ORDER OF BUSINESS

Administrative Matters

Consideration of Minutes of the

December

2,	2025,

Workshop

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Meeting

The Board reviewed the minutes.

THIRD ORDER OF BUSINESS

Staff Report Matters

District Counsel
a.  Resolution

2026-06,

Amended General Election Rules

Mr. Barnebey gave an overview of the resolution and the changes to the candidate forum provisions. He noted that according to these changes, the candidate forums now must take place by February 10, 2026.

Ms. Carvalho gave an overview of update to scenarios regarding new property owners. It was noted this allows new property owners, who close after the year end, to vote in the election with proper documentation.

There was discussion regarding the changes. It was noted for elections; a renter and an owner can both vote. Ms. Carvalho noted at this time, this only affects approximately 10 people. Any changes are dictated by the statute. The district’s charter aligns with the statute.

Ms. Dickson deemed a vote necessary on this topic due to time constraints with the Election.

Mr. Piersons recommended reviewing the election procedures for 2028. This is an action item that will be addressed in the future by the Board prior to the 2028 February election.

Mr. Barnebey reviewed the Zoom issues. He noted if any future issues arise, Zoom will not be an option for attending meetings.

Mr. Barnebey gave an update on the possible ethics violation. It was recommended that a Board Supervisor not serve on the PBM Management Committee until a formal Florida Ethics

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ON MOTION by Mr. Heitzner, second by Mr. Murphy, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District approved Resolution 2026-06, Amended General Election Rules.

ON MOTION by Mr. Murphy, second by Mr. Heitzner, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District approved the Minutes of the December 2, 2025, Workshop Meeting.

Commission opinion is received. Mr. Barnebey reviewed alternatives. District Counsel will follow up with the Florida Ethics Commission for a formal response.

Mr. Barnebey recommended that Ms. Dickson resign from the PBM Management Committee. It will be at the discretion of UPCAI to proceed as they see fit. The RD Board of Supervisors would work with UPCAI on designating an RD representative.

Ms. Dickson will submit her PBM Management Committee resignation.

Mr. Barnebey noted that Mr. Matt has registered a complaint regarding the Election Chair. It was determined that the complaint had no merit and there should not be an issue moving forward. The matter is closed.

There was brief discussion regarding the Election Chair complaint. No action was required at this time.

District Manager

Ms. Carvalho noted there are five open public records requests and three requests being revisited. Ms. Carvalho reviewed the process related to requests.

There was brief discussion regarding the public records request process. It was noted if the time to retrieve requested items is determined to exceed 15 minutes, a deposit can be required.

Ms. Carvalho noted the voter ballots are being mailed out today. There are approximately 2,500 envelopes being mailed out. In addition, per the Election Procedure the voter eligibility and instructions are included on the district website.

Club Management
a. Management Discussion & Analysis Report

Mr. Fetsick gave an overview of the report, holiday events, and operations. There will be a Pickleball Open House on January 16 and a Wellness Open House on January 17.

Mr. Fetsick gave a membership update and noted there are a total of 447 full members at this time.

There was discussion regarding membership. Mr. Murphy recommended looking into the membership attrition. It was noted that four non-resident members were lost, and 18 resident members were lost. There were various reasons for ending the membership.

There was also discussion regarding senior or legacy membership.

Ms. Dickson recommended that the membership discussion be placed on the next agenda for the Strategic Planning Committee.

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Mr. Fetsick gave an overview the Club financial statements.

Committee Reports
Finance
Strategic Planning

Mr. Crouch gave an update on the Finance Committee. He noted there is a workshop on Tuesday, and Bond Counsel and a PFM Financial Consultant will be in attendance to discuss bond process and alternative financing. The workshop will also include discussion on the deficiencies of capital income compared to capital requirements for the future. The Finance Committee is also researching options for a purchase card.

There was brief discussion regarding the purchase card.

Mr. Freedman gave an update on the Strategic Planning Committee. He noted the focus has been on the RFP process for a consultant. The committee is also reviewing ways to engage the community with the meetings. He noted the membership discussion will be on the next Strategic Planning Committee.

FOURTH ORDER OF BUSINESS

Business Matters

Update on 2026 Election
Election Chair
Candidates
Firm for Election Ballot Counting Services

Mr. Ferris gave an update. He noted the candidate forums will take place on January 14 and February 10. Candidates will be given a three-minute opening statement and three-minute closing statement time frame. He will be meeting the HOA Chairs on Monday and will request that an email blast be sent out to all voters regarding candidate forums and neighborhood meetings. It was noted there are four candidates.

There was brief discussion regarding the forums. The forums and neighborhood meetings will be open to everyone, and the same rules will be applied to both.

Mr. Heitzner recommended having moderators for the forums, instead of the Election Chair. Mr. Ferris noted two of the HOA Chairs have agreed to moderate their neighborhood meetings.

There was brief discussion regarding moderation.

Discussion of Membership Caps

a.

Consideration

of

Resolution

2026-03,

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Adopting Caps

Membership

There was brief discussion regarding the increase in memberships caps. It was noted this resolution would be the documented approval of the verbal agreement to exceed the 450-membership cap.

Mr. Barnebey noted the resolution allows an increase to 460 at any time, without Board review.

There was continued discussion regarding the membership cap and non-resident membership. It was noted that the social membership is very easy to purchase.

Mr. Piersons recommended having the Strategic Planning Committee review the membership cap.

There was brief discussion regarding the busy season. It was noted the resolution can be revisited during busy season if needed.

Mr. Fetsick gave an overview of the membership cap and waitlist process. It was noted the initiation fees are being increased in the next month. The Initiation Fee is paid when a person is placed on the waitlist.

There was continued discussion.

Mr. Barnebey reviewed the resolution.

It was noted there needs to be flexibility based on the need for increase. The Board agreed to not adopt a resolution at this time.

This item was tabled.

Public Hearing on the Adoption of Revision to the Rules of Procedure – Rule No. 1.3

Mr. Barnebey noted this is the regarding the Rules of Procedure for agenda requests by Supervisors. Board Supervisors can send agenda items to District Management no less than 14 days before a meeting.

Mr. Barnebey gave an overview.

There was brief discussion.

There were no public comments at this time.

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ON MOTION by Mr. Murphy, second by Mr. Heitzner, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District opened the Public Hearing on the Adoption of Revision to the Rules of Procedure – Rule No. 1.3.

Consideration of Resolution 2026-05, Adopting Revision to the Rules of Procedure

Mr. Barnebey presented the resolution.

Consideration of Resolution 2026-07, Setting a Public Hearing Date for Country Club Facility Usage Policy and Fee Structure

Mr. Fetsick noted this is for the Initiation Fee increase.

There was brief discussion regarding the date of the public hearing. The Board agreed to hold the public hearing during the March meeting, March 13, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. The revised Initiation Fee will be implemented on April 1, 2026.

The review of the proposed increase in initiation fees will be an agenda topic for the February Board meeting.

It was noted that all future Board meetings will be held at 1:00 p.m. District Management will email the updated meeting times to the Board.

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ON MOTION by Mr. Piersons, second by Mr. Heitzner, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District approved Resolution 2026-07, Setting a Public Hearing Date for Country Club Facility Usage Policy and Fee Structure, to be held on March 13, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.

ON MOTION by Mr. Huebner, second by Mr. Piersons, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District approved Resolution 2026-05, Adopting Revision to the Rules of Procedure.

ON MOTION by Mr. Murphy, second by Mr. Heitzner, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District closed the Public Hearing on the Adoption of Revision to the Rules of Procedure – Rule No. 1.3.

There was brief discussion regarding the process of setting the fee amounts.

FOURTH ORDER OF BUSINESS

District Financial Matters

Ratification

of

Payment

Authorization Nos. 152 – 153

Mr. Fetsick gave an overview of the payment authorizations.

The Board reviewed the payment authorizations.

Supervisor	Requests Agenda Items

&

Future

The upcoming workshops and meetings were noted.

Ms. Carvalho noted there have been 62 record requests by Mr. Matt and a total of 330 files have been released to date.

Mr. Huebner requested that the Finance Committee review payment plans and processes to pay down the 2024 Note.

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Date

Meeting Type

Time

Location

January 13, 2026

Finance Committee Workshop

10:00
AM

University Park Business Offices

January 14, 2026

Strategic Planning Committee Meeting

3:00 PM

University Park Business Offices

January 16, 2026

Rescheduled	Workshop Meeting

2:00PM

University Park Business Offices

January 21, 2026

Finance Committee Meeting

3:00PM

University Park Business Offices

ON MOTION by Mr. Murphy, second by Mr. Piersons, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District ratified Payment Authorization Nos. 152-153.

Mr. Barnebey noted this is a question that should be directed to Bond Counsel, Mr. Gang. District Management will follow up with Bond Counsel.

Ms. Dickson made a comment on the record:

“I am going to make some comments here as we enter the New Year. Members of the RD Board and Management have endured two plus years of allegations and accusations of wrongdoing by Mr. Dean Matt. Dean Matt aka muchodeanaro, often referred throughout the community as “that guy from Henley” and sometimes mistakenly somebody thought to be Matt Dean.

I believe most of you dismiss his unsolicited emails without reading them, but a very few (in my opinion) buy into this stuff. It appears that Dean Matt attacks those who he perceives to be in positions of power, and those who do not agree with or support his allegations. When that is the case, he puts them on his verbal and written attacks list. Anyone who has followed his barrage of accusations knows he has relentlessly attacked John Fetsick, me, David Murphy, Bob Wood, the Circuit Court Judge who validated our Bond Referendum, our Attorney, our District Manager, our Bond Counsel, residents who have supported the Board (he has referred to them as clapping seals), residents who don’t support his false claims (he announced publicly at a County Commission meeting that UP is a community of financially illiterate senior citizens), and the list goes on. Of late, he has added Steve Heitzner to his list. Congratulations! Dean apparently views Rusty and Scott positively according to Dean’s public email that many of us received this morning (again, a public record.)

My point here in the New Year is this: It was inevitable that Dean would eventually set his sights on UPCAI, our homeowners association. After all, the RD has a relationship with them through our mutual cooperation agreement. So very recently, Dean attached Tom Christopher, President of the UPCAI Board of Directors, in an email, because apparently Tom isn’t agreeing with Dean Matt regarding the structure of PBM. So on January 3rd, Dean sent out one of his oh so eloquent unsolicited emails to a group of community members and referred to Tom Christopher as feckless. Dean seems to choose his words carefully so it’s worthy of noting what feckless means. A feckless person is irresponsible, lazy, and ineffective, lacking the determination, competence, or sense of duty to accomplish tasks or take responsibility for their actions, often seen as weak-willed, useless, or incompetent.

I have a feeling most would disagree with this characterization, and I suspect Tom couldn’t care less what Dean Matt thinks of him. But in my opinion, this is an example of a cancer that he is trying to spread through our entire community.
I believe there is no end in sight to Dean Matt’s vitriol and his list of imagined enemies.
In closing, it is high time in my opinion that we acknowledge the ongoing frequent attacks and false accusations that Dean Matt continues to make against members of our community. His targets are volunteers who invest their time and talents in service to UP as well as our management and staff whose livelihoods are dedicated toward ensuring that our Club and community continue to grow and thrive to the benefit of us all.

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Don’t think for a minute that all of these allegations plus seemingly endless demands for public records, etc. haven’t taken a tremendous financial toll on the RD in terms of legal fees. And in my opinion, he has no intention of stopping.

Dean Matt will continue to paint himself as a victim, in my opinion of course.
I am concerned that most of you are unaware of the lengths to which Dean has gone to tear our community and Club apart. All of the actions that I have cited here are public records, and where necessary, I have indicated my personal opinions.

I ask that you take note of Dean Matt and what he has been doing.”

Action Items from this meeting:



Review 2028 Election Procedures

There were no further Supervisor requests.

Public Comment Period

Mr. Underwood commented regarding the Election. He noted his agreement with the Finance and

Strategic Planning Committees and noted the committees should have been put previously. He also commented regarding paying back the 2024 Note and the bond.

in place

Mr. Charlesworth commented regarding alternatives comments made by Ms. Dickson regarding Mr. Matt.

to

financing. He also

agreed

with

the

There were no further public comments at this time.

FIFTH ORDER OF BUSINESS

Adjournment

There was no further business to discuss.

Secretary / Assistant Secretary

Chairperson / Vice Chairperson

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ON MOTION by Mr. Piersons, second by Mr. Murphy, with all in favor, the January 9, 2026, Board of Supervisors Meeting for the University Park Recreation District was adjourned at 3:43 p.m.

MINUTES OF MEETING

UNIVERSITY PARK RECREATION DISTRICT BOARD OF SUPERVISORS’ WORKSHOP MEETING
Friday, January 16, 2026
2:00 p.m.
Business Offices
8301 The Park Boulevard, University Park, FL 34201

Board Members present in person or via phone:

Sally Dickson Steve Heitzner Rusty Piersons David Murphy
Scott Huebner

Chairperson
Vice Chairperson
2nd Vice Chairperson Treasurer
Assistant Secretary

Also, Present in person or via phone:

Vivian Carvalho Kristin Lasky John Fetsick
Jennifer Brown

District Manager - PFM Group Consulting LLC PFM Group Consulting LLC
General Manager - Country Club
Executive Assistant – Serving UPCC & UPCAI

(via Zoom) (via Zoom)

Various Audience Members in-person and via Zoom

FIRST ORDER OF BUSINESS

Organizational Matters

Call to Order, Roll Call, & Pledge of Allegiance

The meeting was called to order at 2:01 p.m. Those in attendance are outlined above.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Public Comments

There were no public comments at this time.

SECOND ORDER OF BUSINESS

Discussion Matters

Review of Member Survey Results

Ms. Dickson noted the Workshop will only go until 3:30 p.m., as there is a candidate forum

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happening at 4:00 p.m.

Mr. Murphy gave an overview of the Social and Dining survey results. He noted the response rate was 41% with a total of 876 total surveys, and 39% of respondents dine at the club at least once a week. Approximately 86% of respondents stated they would be likely to invite guests to the Park Grille. Staff friendliness and service was noted as the most special experience at UPCC, followed by the Outdoor Café and views. Salad was the most requested food to be implemented.

There was brief discussion regarding the Outdoor Café.

Overall, members are satisfied with the variety and frequency of member social events. Action items suggested from the Social and Dining Survey were:

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Expanded, consistent hours – change effective 12/1/25 Menu changes
Live music and dancing – change effective 1/1/26

Mr. Murphy gave an overview of the Golf survey results. He noted the response rate was 30%, with 642 total surveys and 421 of those surveys are full members. An overview was provided of how often members play golf at outside courses. It was noted the majority of those who play on outside golf courses do so due to playing with non-member friends and/or family. The golf course condition was rated “Excellent” or “Very Good” by 92% of the survey takers and 87% said they were “Very Satisfied” or “Satisfied” with the golf practice facilities.

There was brief discussion regarding the reasons for playing on outside courses.

It was noted the three most important aspects of the golf experience were:

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


Course conditions
Tee-time access Practice facility

Mr. Murphy noted 68% of respondents were “Very Satisfied” or “Satisfied” with the pace of play. Respondents also rated the availability of tee-times during peak hours. Mr. Murphy reviewed the positive feedback (course conditions, social engagement, friendly staff) and areas of opportunity (pace of play/enforcement, tee time availability/member priority, pricing). The top three areas of improvement that were noted were:

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Tee-time Cost
Driving range quality

Action items suggested from the Golf Operations Survey were:

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Practice facility improvements – TaylorMade golf balls effective 1/1/26 Golf course improvements – Ball washers have been added
Locker room improvements

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Pace of play Pro visibility
Tee-time availability

There was brief discussion regarding the types of golf balls used and cost.

Mr. Murphy gave an overview of the Fitness and Wellness survey. He noted the response rate was 28%, with 598 total surveys. It was noted 55% of the respondents have used the Wellness Center in the last year. The top reasons for not using the Wellness Center were:

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Belonging to another gym Too costly
They don’t exercise

Mr. Murphy noted that 60% of the respondents visit the Wellness Center on a weekly basis. The top services that respondents were interested in were:

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Self-training on cardio or strength equipment Group fitness classes
Personal training/assisted stretch services

The majority of respondents use the facility from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

There were brief discussions regarding the preferences for workout timing.

Mr. Murphy noted that 83% of the respondents have not completed a S.M.A.R.T. Start Assessment.

There was brief discussion regarding the S.M.A.R.T. Start Assessment percentages and personal training. Mr. Fetsick noted the percentage has increased and there is a large jump in members completing the assessment. Personal training was rated “Excellent” overall.

Mr. Murphy noted that facility cleanliness was rated as the highest aspect of the Wellness Center. It was noted most of the respondents do not attend group fitness classes. The lowest scoring aspect of the Wellness Center was the classroom space, with quality of instruction rating the highest.

There was brief discussion regarding the recommended fitness classes from respondents. It was noted that a Pilates reformer was the most requested piece of equipment and most respondents are more likely to attend fitness classes in the morning.

Mr. Murphy noted there is an almost even number of respondents using the website versus those who don’t. The top items for improvement were:

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Expand the space/build bigger facility Update/replace outdated equipment

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Maintenance issues More class times
More variety of classes

The most enjoyed items of the Wellness Center were:

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Convenience/location
Staff friendliness and helpfulness Variety of classes Community/social interaction
Health and wellness benefits

Action Items suggested for the Fitness and Wellness Center were: Replace Equipment

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Pilates reformer/ spin space and class intro Introduce sport specific conditioning
Short term ambiance/maintenance investments Improved communication of offerings and opportunities

Mr. Murphy gave an overview of the Racquets Survey results. He noted the response rate was 15%, with a total of 312 surveys. It was noted that 96% of the respondents rated the quality of the courts as excellent or very good.

There was brief discussion regarding the quality of the courts and holding a future tournament.

Mr. Murphy noted that 72% of the respondents rated the court amenities, such as seating,

shade were:
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and water stations as “Very Satisfied” or “Satisfied”. Recommended improvements

More pickleball courts Shaded seating/new furniture
Lights on pickleball courts – approximately $45,000.00 Fans at tennis courts
Healthy drink and snack offerings

There was brief discussion regarding the lighting on the pickleball and tennis courts.

Mr. Murphy noted that 59% of respondents stated that reserving the court using the JONAS reservation system is “Very Easy” or “Easy” and 69% stated that the pickleball system of court allocation meets their needs.

Mr. Murphy reviewed the satisfaction with court availability in tennis versus pickleball. It was noted 46% of respondents rated the racquets reception area experience as “Excellent” or “Very Good”. However, 79% of respondents rated the racquet’s staff approachability and knowledge as “Excellent” or “Very Good”.

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There was brief discussion regarding the racquet’s reception area. Mr. Fetsick noted the Club is working with Coca-Cola to get a refrigerator for the Golf Pro Shop and the Fitness Center.

Mr. Murphy noted that 78% of respondents have attended a Racquets event in the past year. Mr. Murphy reviewed the satisfaction rates with tennis versus pickleball. The top items for improvement were:

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Need for more events/more variety
Event timing issues (weekend and evening needed) Level of play/rating system
Need for more social atmosphere (food, drinks, atmosphere)

It was noted Round Robins was the most requested type of event and 96% of respondents felt well informed of upcoming racquet events. Mr. Murphy noted that 84% of respondents have taken lessons or clinics in the last year.

It was noted that 77% of respondents were “Very Satisfied” or “Satisfied” with the racquets sport experience. The most enjoyed items of the racquets program were:

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Exceptional pros
A friendly social atmosphere Top quality facilities

Action items suggested for the Racquets Club were:

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Facilities and amenities - more pickleball courts More social events
Enhanced focus on growing the program - more clinics

There was brief discussion regarding the Tennis Pro. It was noted the pro will be paid through lessons and clinics. This will also allow for coverage on the weekends.

There was discussion regarding the survey results and how the results can help in the future. It was noted these results have been shared with the Advisory Groups.

The Member Survey presentation will be available on the District’s website.

Review of Capital Reserve Funds – Sources and Uses

Mr. Fetsick gave an overview of the sources and uses for the Capital Reserve Funds. This overview included the Five Year Capital Plan for Fiscal Year 2026, which was created from the Capital Reserve Study. The plan includes total available funds and total uses of funds. It was noted each department reviews their needs.

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Mr. Fetsick gave an overview of the Capital Budget Detail for Fiscal Year 2026 and gave an overview of the process for creating the list.

There was brief discussion regarding the useful life expectancy of equipment and rental charges for clubs.

Mr. Fetsick gave an overview of the Capital Budget Summary for Fiscal Year 2026.

There was brief discussion regarding Advisory Group involvement.

Mr. Fetsick gave an overview of the Capital Budget – Due for Replacement Summary for Fiscal Year 2026. It was noted this is based off of a break-fix model.

There was brief discussion regarding the break-fix model and building reserves.

Supervisor Comments Agenda Items

&

Future

The upcoming workshops and meetings were noted.

Ms. Dickson noted the candidate forum is happening neighborhood pool.

today at 4:00 p.m.

at the Whitebridge

Mr. Heitzner noted there were many questions at the candidate forum regarding the kitchen and fitness center. Mr. Heitzner provided a statement regarding the architectural pre-work for the kitchen and fitness center designs. This statement is attached to the minutes as Exhibit A.

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Date

Meeting Type

Time

Location

January 21, 2026

Finance Committee Meeting

3:00 PM

University Park Business Offices

February 3, 2026

Workshop Meeting

2:00PM

University Park Business Offices

February 10, 2026

2nd Candidate Forum

1:00 PM

Lakeside Dining Room

February 11, 2026

Strategic Planning Committee Meeting

3:00 PM

University Park Business Offices

February 13, 2026

Board of Supervisors’ Meeting

1:00PM

University Park Business Offices

February 18, 2026

Finance Committee Meeting

3:00 PM

University Park Business Offices

There was brief discussion regarding the Capital Improvement Plan and the needs of the District.

Mr. Huebner requested an update on the Golf Course architect. It was noted it has been given to District Management to send to the Board.

Mr. Huebner requested to attend the Finance Committee on January 21st. It was noted he would not be able to speak if he attended, as Mr. Murphy is a part of the Committee. Mr. Huebner noted he is not in agreement with special assessments.

There was brief discussion regarding the Finance Committee and assessments.

Ms. Dickson recommended speaking with District Counsel on Mr. Huebner being allowed to attend the Finance Committee.

Mr. Murphy recommended speaking with Mr. Crouch on any Finance Committee topic clarification.

Ms. Carvalho recommended Mr. Huebner to reach out to District Counsel regarding attendance at the Finance Committee. She also noted she will send out the Driving Range architectural draft to the Board for review.

Public Comments

Mr. Charlesworth commented regarding candidacy of Mr. Piersons and candidate trust.

There were no further Supervisor requests or public comments.

THIRD ORDER OF BUSINESS

Adjournment

Ms. Dickson adjourned the University Park Recreation District Board of Supervisors Workshop Meeting at 3:36 p.m.

Secretary / Assistant Secretary

Chairperson / Vice Chairperson

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Exhibit A

Statement by Board Supervisor Steve Heitzner:

I have had a number of residents contact me and ask me to clarify what’s been presented by architects, construction companies and expert consultants at BOS meetings so they could better understand the comments made at the candidate forum so I thought I’d do that today:

1.

Most of the pre work that has been done is related to what to do about our current

kitchen, which is not satisfactory to serve today’s needs. With unanimous Board approval we engaged with Hoyt Architects and Willis Reed Construction as well as an experienced expert kitchen consultant to work with our GM, Exec Chef and a few UPCC residents including myself who have experience in the Food and Beverage industry. They have looked at expanding the current kitchen, building a new kitchen behind the existing kitchen and simply re-configuring the current space. Given the cost and complexity (driven by relocation of utilities and other factors) of building a new kitchen behind the existing kitchen they don’t recommend that path. Re-configuring the current kitchen space, while cost effective, doesn’t get us to where we need to go. Their current recommendation is to expand the current kitchen and several iterations have been reviewed and we expect the next iteration shortly.

2.

Regarding the fitness center. While we are not as far down the path as we are with the

kitchen, we have also been working with Hoyt Architects and Willis Reed Construction on different considerations. We’ve included our fitness staff and some of our fitness minded residents in these discussions. I believe we are up to 7 different possibilities. Some are cost-prohibitive and create too much disruption for our membership. For example, we looked at whether or not we could push the walls of the existing fitness center out to expand the space. Unfortunately, the exterior columns are decorative and not structural so to do this would require significant investment beyond our capacity. Given these issues we are also discussing the potential to combine the fitness center project and the activity center project into one structure. We may find that by integrating the two we can accomplish what is needed to serve our member’s needs. Again, we are working with outside experts who have experience with country clubs, hotels and other commercial projects to help guide us. Of course, as we get to the point of addressing detail (like equipment, multi-use spaces, etc.) we will look to more members and potentially other outside experts to provide additional guidance.

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University Park Recreation District

Staff Reports

University Park Recreation District

Club Management

a. Management Discussion & Analysis Report

University Park Recreation District
Management Discussion & Analysis Report As of January 31, 2026

Member Experience

Despite the record chilly weather we have experienced in recent weeks, the Club continues to be very active
across all amenities.

Recent Member events included several speakers/meetings (Manatee County Commissioner, Dr. Gomes
Research & a Wellness Workshop), Trivia (1/8 & 1/22), Bingo (1/15), an Arts Alliance Women’s Event (1/26), the Paul Hobbs Wine Dinner (1/29), among many other events across Golf, Racquets & Fitness.

Golf Operations

Golf Operations is currently $94k favorable to Budget through December with Outside Rounds favorable to
Budget by 863 rounds. Merchandise Sales are $25k favorable to Budget.

The Men’s Member Guest Tournament, a hallmark event for many clubs, has exceeded our cap of sixty (60)
teams, with nine teams on a waitlist. After additional consideration and seeking the input of the Golf Advisory Group, it was decided to maintain the waitlist rather than expand the tournament field. To fit the additional nine teams, all 27 holes would be closed for most of 3-day period. The nine teams on the waitlist will automatically be granted access in the 2027 Member Guest event.

Racquets Operations

The Tennis and Pickleball courts continue to be busy, notably during the morning hours. Afternoon play
continues to expand with Lee introducing several afternoon activities to drive additional member engagement (Advanced Plus Pickleball, First Friday Tennis, Mixed Doubles Tennis, among others).

We recently announced the hiring of Brian Cook as a new Tennis & Pickleball Professional. Brian was hired as
a 1099 with a sole focus on tennis and pickleball lessons and clinics.

Fitness & Wellness

We recently announced the hiring of Trey Cunninghame as a new Fitness/Wellness Instructor. Trey, who is a
full-time member of our Golf Course Maintenance Team, like Brian at Racquets, was hired as a 1099 with a sole focus on private lessons and classes.

UNIVERSITY PARK COUNTRY CLUB STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

1/20/2026

1/5

YTD OPERATING RESULTS, 3 MONTHS THROUGH 12/31/25

Actual Results of UPCC Operations

Budget

$ Variance

% Change

COMMENTS

Total Revenues

$3,646

$3,527

$119

3.4%

Less: Outside Golf Capital Allocation

(72)

(63)

(8)

12.8%

10% of Outside Golf Allocated to Capital

Total Revenues, Less Capital Allocation

3,575

3,464

111

3.2%

Total Expenses

3,304

3,343

39

1.2%

Net Operating Surplus (Deficit)

271

121

150

123.8%

Net Operating impact

Revenues and Expenses, Details

Actual

Budget

$ Variance

% Change

Dues revenue

$1,527

$1,556

($ 29)

(1.8%)

Golf operations revenue

1,038

944

94

9.9%

Outside rounds exceeded the budget by 863 rounds. Merchandise sales $25K favorable to budget.

Dining operations revenue

939

904

35

3.9%

Racquets/Fitness/Other operations revenue

70

59

11

18.3%

Subtotal, Revenues

3,575

3,464

111

3.2%

Golf operations

456

468

12

2.5%

Golf maintenance

915

880

(35)

(3.9%)

Projects that were budgeted for later in the year completed early

Dining operations

1,136

1,173

37

3.2%

Linens, waste and supplies

Racquets & Fitness operations

169

160

(9)

(5.3%)

General & Adm

629

662

33

5.0%

Open position, Ins. & other various expenses

Subtotal, Expenses

3,304

3,343

39

1.2%

Net Operating Surplus (Deficit), net of $72k outside golf capital allocation

$271

$ 121

$ 150

123.8%

Variance is $150k, 123.8% from budget

UNIVERSITY PARK COUNTRY CLUB COMPARATIVE BALANCE SHEET AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024

1/20/2026

2/5

UPCC Operating Fund

Capital Irrigation Fund

Assets

Unaudited 12/31/25

Unaudited 12/31/24

Unaudited 12/31/25

Unaudited 12/31/24

Comments & Assumptions

Operating Cash & Short-Term Investments

$3,988

$4,221

Accounts Receivable

1,301

1,367

Inventory

348

326

Deposits & Prepaids

783

426

FY25 - 405k Prepaid Insurance & 378k Prepaid Cart Lease, software, sales tax etc.

Future Assessments based on BAN or Long-Term Bonds

5,962

5,204

Amounts drawn from BAN, $4,059 + Amounts borrowed from UPCC Capital Reserves, $1,835 as of FY25, $68 accrued interest

Subtotal, operating assets

6,420

6,340

5,962

5,204

Board Designated Cash & Investments & Receivable from Irrigation Fund:

Operating Reserves

400

400

BOS designated for future use.

Capital Reserves

1,034

4

Capital Reserves Used for Irrigation Project--Due from Capital Irrigation Fund

1,835

1,349

Portion of irrigation project paid out of UPCC reserve funds

Sub total, Board Designated Cash, Capital Reserves & Capital Irrigation Fund Receivable

3,269

1,753

-

-

Property and Equipment - Net

27,421

20,087

Property and Equipment - CIP

167

5,739

-

-

TotaI Assets

$37,277

$33,919

$5,962

$5,204

Liabilities & Net Position:

Accounts Payable

Operations Related

$408

$469

O

Accrued Liabilities & Other Payables

309

314

68

-

Gift Cards & Store Credits

134

125

Subtotal, operating liabilities

851

908

68

-

Deferred Revenue

5,751

5,325

Capital Lease Obligations

2,009

418

New cart lease and GCM Equipment

Capital Projects Payable

9

-

Due to UPCC Operating Fund

$1,835

$1,349

BAN Payable to Bank

4,059

3,855

Total Liabilities

8,621

6,652

5,962

5,204

Beginning Balance, Purchase of UPCC assets in 2019

16,750

16,750

-

-

Due From Capital Irrigation Fund

1,835

1,349

Prior Years' Operating Surplus

9,868

7,281

Current Period Operating Surplus

203

1,888

Net Position

28,656

27,268

-

-

Total Liabilities & Net Position

$37,277

$33,919

$5,962

$5,204

UNIVERSITY PARK COUNTRY CLUB CAPITAL SOURCES AND USES AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2025

1/20/2026

3/5

Sources

Notes

2019, Construction Fund after UPCC club purchase

$4,157

2021, Loan Forgiveness

856

2024-5, Bond Anticipation Note for Irrigation Project

3,757

$1,835 was paid out of Operating Cash and needs to be repaid from either BAN assessment or 2024 Bond funds when available.

Sub total, Bond Proceeds and Loan Forgiveness

8,769

Bonds & Loan Forgiveness

FY 2021 Init Fees & 10% Outside Golf

673

FY 2022 Init Fees & 10% Outside Golf

666

FY 2023 Init Fees, Cap Dues & 10% Outside Golf

1,330

FY 2024 Init Fees, Cap Dues & 10% Outside Golf

1,850

FY 2025 Init Fees, Cap Dues & 10% Outside Golf

1,439

FY 2026 Init Fees, Cap Dues & 10% Outside Golf

847

Sub total, Init Fees, Capital Dues & 10% Outside Golf

6,804

Capital raised through Operations

Total Sources of Capital

15,573

Uses

2022, Parking Lot - Asphalt

136

2021-2025, Golf Course Improvement & Irrigation

7,412

2023, Tennis/Pickleball Courts

810

2022-2023, Buildings - Renovations, A/C and Upgrades

291

2023-2025, Range Picker, Bag Drop/Pro Shop FF&E

124

2022-2024, Grille - Kitchen Equipment

289

2023, Golf Course Maintenance Equipment

459

2023, IT Equipment - Computers, Server etc

91

2023-2024, Racquets And Fitness Equipmet

89

2021-2023, Indoor Dining Renovation

1,066

2023-2024, Outdoor Dining (Cafe) Renovation

2,326

Subtotal, Uses

13,093

FY2026 Uses

2026, (4)Toro Greensmasters

29

2026, Back 9 Renovation

1,164

2026, Varsity Club Renovation

49

2026, Admin Office Renovation

31

2026, Ice Machines, GCM & Dining

15

Subtotal, FY2026 Uses

1,289

Construction In Progress

2020, Master Plan Project

160

Locker Room Renovation

3

Other - Carpeting

5

Subtotal, CIP

167

Total Uses

14,549

Capital Account Balance at 12/31/2025

Remaining Capital Reserves

1,025

Due to operating capital from BAN or Bond

1,835

Balance with Irrigation Project repayment

Total Capital Reserves

2,860

UNIVERSITY PARK COUNTRY CLUB STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2025

1/20/2026

4/5

MTD & YTD STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS, 3 MONTHS THROUGH 12/31/25

December

MTD

YTD

Cash Flows From Operating Activities:

Cash Receipts From Members & Guests

$ 5,796

$ 6,644

Cash Payments To Vendors & Suppliers

(1,214)

(2,130)

Cash Payments To PBM Staff Serving UPCC & UPRD

(648)

(1,803)

Net Cash Provided (Used) By Operating Activities

3,934

2,711

Cash Flows From Capital, Financing, And Other Non-Operating Activities:

Initiation Fees

$ 55

$ 437

Capital Dues

328

348

Purchase Of Equipment & Capital Projects

(10)

(334)

Transfer to General Fund

(70)

(120)

Interest From Investments

1

Net Cash Provided (Used) By Capital And Other Non-Operating Activities

303

332

Net Increase (Decrease) In Cash

4,237

3,044

Cash At Beginning Of Period

1,189

2,378

Cash At End Of Period

$ 5,421

$ 5,421

University Park Recreation District FY2026 General Fund Actual & Budget

Actual Through 12/31/2025

Anticipated Jan. - Sept.

Anticipated FY 2026
Total

FY 2026
Adopted Budget

Revenues
PrYr Surplus
Inter-Fund Transfers - Debt Service to O&M Inter-Fund Transfers - Country Club to O&M

- 5,486
	120,000
$125,486

- 70,000
	85,955
$155,955

- 75,486
	205,955
$281,441

9,088
70,000
	220,912
$300,000

General & Administrative Expenses Assessment Administration Audit
Bank Fees
Bond Admistration Fee Contingency Dissemination Agent District Counsel
Dues, Licenses, and Fees Election Costs
Insurance
Legal Advertising Management Meeting Set Up Office Supplies Postage & Shipping
Professional Services, Other Travel and Per Diem
Web Site Maintenance
Total General & Administrative Expenses

10,000
7,875
85
6,687
180
5,000
38,215
175
- 21,569
1,528
17,500
-
- 5
-
- 1,900

- 27,125
200
- 540
- 71,785
- 10,000
- 3,472
52,500
- 600
-
-
- 4,500

10,000
35,000
285
6,687
720
5,000
110,000
175
10,000
21,569
5,000
70,000
- 600
5
-
- 6,400

10,000
35,000
500
7,500
15,000
5,000
110,000
2,500
10,000
17,500
5,000
70,000
5,000
1,000
1,000
-
- 5,000

$110,719

$170,722

$281,441

$300,000

1/20/2026

5/5

University Park Recreation District Summary Operating Data
As of December 31, 2025

Rounds of Golf (as of December 31, 2025):

Rounds of Golf (as of December 31, 2024):

Overall revenue is $111K favorable to budget, variance driven primarily by Golf and Dining operations. Golf operations revenue is $94k favorable to budget, with higher outside rounds producing a $84K favorable variance in greens fees, which helped offset lower member rounds resulting in a $8K unfavorable variance in cart fees. Merchandise sales also surpassed budget, contributing an additional $24K favorable variance.
Golf course maintenance expenses continue to remain over budget due to various projects that were scheduled for later in the year but were completed earlier. We anticipate this trend will continue over the next couple of months, with expenses realigning to budget by summer.

Investments

Account

Amount Invested

Interest

Face Value

Term

 Maturity Date

Yield

Operating

2,212,321

37,679

2,250,000

180

7/16/2026

3.42

Operating

295,762

4,238

300,000

150

6/18/2026

3.51

Operating

197,715

2,285

200,000

120

5/19/2026

3.54

Operating

248,644

1,356

250,000

60

3/17/2026

3.55

Capital

790,585

9,415

800,000

120

5/19/2026

3.54

3,745,027

54,973

3,800,000

December

YTD

Actual

Budget

Variance

Actual

Budget

Variance

Member Rounds

3,614

3,802

(188)

10,090

11,729

(1,639)

Outside Rounds

2,391

2,825

(434)

5,675

8,121

(2,446)

6,005

6,627

(622)

15,765

19,850

(4,085)

December

YTD

Actual

Budget

Variance

Actual

Budget

Variance

Member Rounds

3,729

3,912

(183)

11,197

12,222

(1,025)

Outside Rounds

2,874

2,540

334

8,283

7,420

863

6,603

6,452

151

19,480

19,642

(162)

University Park Recreation District Summary Operating Data
As of December 31, 2025

Membership

*138 grandfathered non-members (+4 to prior month), 189 grandfathered members (-5 to prior month)
**293 non-resident memberships (-22 to prior month)

Beg. Dec.

Additions

Resignations

Conversions

Total

Golf

Family - Resident

188

-

-

(10)

178

Family - Non Resident

75

1

-

(1)

75

Single - Resident

121

-

(1)

3

123

Single - Non Resident

80

-

(4)

(5)

71

464

1

(5)

(13)

447

Racquets & Fitness

Family - Resident

31

1

-

(4)

28

Family - Non Resident

17

-

-

(1)

16

Single - Resident

40

-

(3)

(1)

36

Single - Non Resident

27

-

(2)

-

25

115

1

(5)

(6)

105

Social

Family - Resident

466

-

(9)

1

458

Family - Non Resident

56

-

(4)

-

52

Single - Resident

201

1

(7)

13

208

Single - Non Resident

57

-

(4)

5

58

780

1

(24)

19

776

Total Memberships

1,359

3

(34)

-

1,328

Passes

Beg. Dec.

Net Change

Total

Fitness

153

-8

145

Range

67

-12

55

Pickleball

58

-8

50

Twilight Tennis

24

-5

19

SAP

132

-2

130

434

(35)

399

University Park Recreation District

Review of Proposed Amendments to Country Club Facility Usage Policy and Fee Structure - Initiation Fees

Univerisity Park Country Club Initiation Fees 2020-2025

2024 Club Benchmarking
Total Revenue: $10.25 - $15.5m,18-27 Holes, South Region, 77

Init Fee as a
% of Dues

2020

2021

2022

2023

2024

2025

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Family Dues

Median

Full

Homeowner
Non-Homeowner
Tennis/Racquets
Homeowner
Non-Homeowner
Social
Homeowner
Non-Homeowner

$ 5,000
n/a

$ 5,000
n/a

$ 7,500
n/a

$ 10,000
$ 12,500

$ 12,500
$ 20,000

$ 20,000
$ 30,000

$

30,750

$

59,250

$

95,000

$
$

11,715
11,715

1.71
2.56

5.02
7.32

$ 1,375
n/a

$ 1,375
n/a

$ 2,000
n/a

$
$

2,500
3,000

$
$

3,500
4,000

$
$

4,000
5,000

$
$

5,050
5,050

0.79
0.99

$  500
n/a

$  500
n/a

$ 1,000
n/a

$
$

1,500
2,000

$
$

2,000
3,000

$

2,500
n/a

$

-

$

5,500

$

23,125

$
$

1,550
1,550

1.61
1.94

2/9/2026

1/2

Recommended
2026

$	30,000
$	40,000

$	5,000
$	6,500

$	3,500

University Park Country Club Initiation Fee Increase - Impact on 2026 Budget

2026 Budget
Additions

2026 Budget with Suggested Rates
Additions Rate

Expected Impact of Increase

Rate

Amount

Amount

Rate Increase

Full Resident Non-resident

Full Resident Non-resident

15
2

20,000
30,000

300,000
60,000

15

30,000

450,000

10,000

150,000

	2	40,000	80,000 

	10,000	20,000 
170,000

17

360,000

17

530,000

Racquets Resident Non-resident

Racquets Resident Non-resident

2
3

4,000
5,000

8,000
15,000

2

5,000

10,000

1,000

2,000

	3	6,500	19,500 

	1,500	4,500 
6,500

5

23,000

5

29,500

Social
Resident

Social
Resident

46

2,500

115,000

	46	3,500	161,000 

	1,000	46,000 
46,000

46

115,000

46

161,000

Application Fee
App Fee (Summer/Trials)

68
20

150
100

10,200
2,000

Application Fee
App Fee (Summer/Trials)

68

150

10,200

-
	-	
222,500

	20	100	2,000 
732,700

510,200

2/9/2026

2/2

University Park Recreation District

Clarification of Provision of Office Space for UPCAI Staff Under the
Mutual Cooperation Agreement Between the District and UPCAI

2708415v1

University Park Recreation District

Consideration of Resolution 2026-09, Adopting Revised Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund Budget

RESOLUTION 2026-09

A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF

THE

UNIVERSITY

PARK	RECREATION

DISTRICT

ADOPTING AN AMENDED GENERAL FUND BUDGET

FOR

FISCAL

YEAR

2024/2025,

PROVIDING CONFLICTS

FOR AND

APPROPRIATIONS;

ADDRESSING

SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

WHEREAS, on August 14, 2020, the Board of Supervisors (“Board”) of the University Park Recreation District (“District”), adopted Resolution 2024-22 providing for the adoption of the District’s fiscal year 2024/2025 General Fund Budget (“Budget”); and

WHEREAS, the District Manager, at the direction of the Board, has prepared an amended Budget, to reflect changes in the actual appropriations of the Budget; and

WHEREAS, Chapter 418, Florida Statutes, and Manatee County Ordinance 18-29 (“Charter”) authorize the Board to adopt and amend the Budget; and

WHEREAS, the Board finds that it is in the best interest of the District and its residents to amend the Budget to reflect the actual appropriations.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD

OF

SUPERVISORS

OF

THE

UNIVERSITY

PARK

RECREATION DISTRICT:

1.

BUDGET AMENDMENT.

a.

The Board has reviewed the District Manager’s proposed amended Budget, copies of which are on file with the office of the District Manager and at the District’s Records Office, and hereby approves certain amendments thereto, as shown in Section 2 below.

b.

The amended Budget, attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference (the “Amended Budget”), is hereby adopted in accordance with the provisions of Section 2-8-16 of the Charter and Section 189.016(6), Florida Statutes.

c.

The Amended Budget shall be maintained in the office of the District Manager and the District Records Office and identified as “The Adopted Budget for the University Park Recreation District for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, as amended and adopted by the Board of Supervisors effective February 13, 2026.”

2.

AMENDMENT. The Budget is hereby amended as set forth in Exhibit “A”

attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference:

3.

CONFLICTS. This Resolution is intended to amend, Resolution 2024-22.

All District resolutions or parts thereof in actual conflict with this Resolution are, to the extent of such conflict, superseded and repealed.

4.

SEVERABILITY.	The invalidity or unenforceability of any one or more

provisions of this Resolution shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining portions of this Resolution, or any part thereof.

5.

EFFECTIVE DATE. This Resolution shall take effect upon the passage and

adoption of this Resolution by the Board.

Adopted this 13th day of February 2026.

ATTEST:

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE UNIVERSITY PARK RECREATION DISTRICT

By: 	

Secretary/Assistant Secretary

Its: 	

Exhibit A:
Exhibit B:

Amended Fiscal Year 2024/2025 General Fund Budget Amended Debt Service Fund

2

TOTAL GENERAL FUND

TOTAL ALL FUNDS

Exhibit A
Amended Fiscal Year 2024/2025 General Fund Budget

[See attached]

Revised Budget
For the period of 10/1/2024 Through 9/30/2025
General Fund -Operations & Maintenance

FY 2025
Adopted Budget

Actual FY 2025 Total

FY 2025
Revised Budget

Revenues

PrYr Surplus
Inter-Fund Transfers - Debt Service to O&M Inter-Fund Transfers - Country Club to O&M

7,734
70,000
	175,766
$253,500

19,127
126,156
	175,766
$321,049

20,185
126,156
	175,766
$322,107

General & Administrative Expenses Assessment Administration Audit
Bank Fees Contingency Dissemination Agent District Counsel
Dues, Licenses, and Fees Insurance
Legal Advertising Management Meeting Set Up Travel and Per Diem Office Supplies
Professional Services, Other Postage & Shipping
Election Costs
Web Site Maintenance
Total General & Administrative Expenses

10,000
35,000
8,000
14,000
5,000
70,000
5,000
15,000
5,000
70,000
1,000
1,000
1,000
- 1,000
7,500
	5,000
$253,500

10,000
33,102
6,943
1,218
5,000
152,663
1,075
15,839
4,464
70,000
-
- 528
6,872
260
9,423
	4,720
$322,107

10,000
33,102
6,943
1,218
5,000
152,663
1,075
15,839
4,464
70,000
-
- 528
6,872
260
9,423
	4,720
$322,107

Exhibit B
Amended Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Debt Service Fund

[See attached]

University Park Recreation District Revised Budget
For the period of 10/1/2024 Through 9/30/2025 Debt Service Fund

FY 2025
Budget

FY 2025
Actual

FY 2025
Revised Budget

REVENUES:
Special Assessments Interest Income
TOTAL REVENUES

1,607,756
- 1,607,756

1,390,723
3,597
1,394,320

1,759,279
3,597
1,762,876

EXPENDITURES:
Interest 11/01/2023 Interest 5/1/2025 Principal 5/1/2024
Transfer to General Fund Property Appr Fees
TOTAL EXPENDITURES

348,294
348,294
570,000
-
- 1,266,588

348,294
348,294
570,000
126,156
28,964
1,421,707

348,294
348,294
570,000
126,156
28,964
1,421,707

341,169

(27,387)

341,169

EXCESS REVENUES

Interest 11/01/2025

341,169

341,169

341,169

University Park Recreation District

Consideration of Resolution 2026-10, Adopting Revised Fiscal Year 2025 Enterprise Fund Budget

RESOLUTION 2026-10

A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF

THE

UNIVERSITY

PARK

RECREATION

DISTRICT

ADOPTING AN AMENDED ENTERPRISE FUND BUDGET

FOR

FISCAL	YEAR

2024/2025,

PROVIDING CONFLICTS

FOR AND

APPROPRIATIONS;

ADDRESSING

SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

WHEREAS, on August 14, 2020, the Board of Supervisors (“Board”) of the University Park Recreation District (“District”), adopted Resolution 2024-23 providing for the adoption of the District’s fiscal year 2024/2025 Enterprise Budget (“Budget”); and

WHEREAS, the District Manager, at the direction of the Board, has prepared an amended Budget, to reflect changes in the actual appropriations of the Budget; and

WHEREAS, Chapter 418, Florida Statutes, and Manatee County Ordinance 18-29 (“Charter”) authorize the Board to adopt and amend the Budget; and

WHEREAS, the Board finds that it is in the best interest of the District and its residents to amend the Budget to reflect the actual appropriations.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD

OF

SUPERVISORS

OF

THE

UNIVERSITY

PARK

RECREATION DISTRICT:

1.

BUDGET AMENDMENT.

a.

The Board has reviewed the District Manager’s proposed amended Budget, copies of which are on file with the office of the District Manager and at the District’s Records Office, and hereby approves certain amendments thereto, as shown in Section 2 below.

b.

The amended Budget, attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference (the “Amended Budget”), is hereby adopted in accordance with the provisions of Section 2-8-16 of the Charter and Section 189.016(6), Florida Statutes.

c.

The Amended Budget shall be maintained in the office of the District Manager and the District Records Office and identified as “The Adopted Budget for the University Park Recreation District for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, as amended and adopted by the Board of Supervisors effective February 13, 2026.”

2.

AMENDMENT. The Budget is hereby amended as set forth in Exhibit “A”

attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference:

3.

CONFLICTS. This Resolution is intended to amend, Resolution 2024-23.

All District resolutions or parts thereof in actual conflict with this Resolution are, to the extent of such conflict, superseded and repealed.

4.

SEVERABILITY.	The invalidity or unenforceability of any one or more

provisions of this Resolution shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining portions of this Resolution, or any part thereof.

5.

EFFECTIVE DATE. This Resolution shall take effect upon the passage and

adoption of this Resolution by the Board.

Adopted this 13th day of February 2026.

ATTEST:

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE UNIVERSITY PARK RECREATION DISTRICT

By: 	

Secretary/Assistant Secretary

Its: 	

Exhibit A:

Amended Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Enterprise Budget

2

TOTAL ENTERPRISE FUND

TOTAL ALL FUNDS

Exhibit A
Amended Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Enterprise Budget

[See attached]

3

SUMMARY INCOME STATEMENT

2025 Adopted

2025

2025 Revised

FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30

Budget

Actual

Budget

COUNTRY CLUB OPERATIONS:

TOTAL REVENUE

13,637,523

12,816,162

12,164,4G5

EXPENSES:

PAYROLL & RELATED:

GOLF OPERATIONS

879,898

723,821

723,821

TENNIS & FITNESS CENTRE

407,000

361,448

361,448

RESTAURANT

2,437,498

2,315,265

2,315,265

GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE

1,775,918

1,792,853

1,792,853

GENERAL & ADMINISTRATIVE

1,749,276

1,633,235

1,633,235

TOT PAYROLL G RELATED

7,24G,5G0

6,826,622

6,826,622

DIRECT EXPENSES:

GOLF OPERATIONS

1,005,088

1,010,410

1,010,410

TENNIS & FITNESS CENTRE

254,553

265,989

265,989

RESTAURANT CGS

1,493,432

1,249,831

1,249,831

RESTAURANT OPER EXP

829,010

755,303

755,303

GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE

1,664,885

1,301,684

1,301,684

GENERAL & ADMIN

456,008

418,737

418,737

PROPERTY INSURANCE

350,000

335,919

335,919

TOTAL DIRECT EXPENSES

6,052,G75

5,337,873

5,337,873

OPERATING INCOME/(LOSS)

334,G58

651,667

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University Park Recreation District

Consideration of Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC Proposal for
Election Ballot Counting Services

January 29, 2026

University Park Recreation District Attn: John Fetsick, General Manager Park Boulevard Management, LLC

Proposal For Services

Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC, will provide personnel to assist in vote tabulations and verify the results of the election for Supervisors for the University Park Recreation District on February 17, 2026. The services are expected to be performed by a partner of the Firm (Daniel R. Anderson, CPA) and a staff accountant associate. The proposed billing for this service will be based on hourly rates as follows:

Partner (Daniel R. Anderson, CPA)
Associate

$330 per hour
$180 per hour

The expected time frame for the tabulation and verification is 11:00am to 5:00pm on February 17, 2026, plus advance planning telephone meetings after the proposal is submitted and any additional post-election follow up as requested by the Recreation District Manager. The additional time required for advance planning and post-election follow-up is expected to be minimal (no more than 1-2 hours) but will depend on circumstances that arise during the election process. The estimated total fee is expected to range from $2,000 to $3,000 based on the above rates and estimated hours. An invoice will be provided after completion of services.

The partner and accounting associate will assist the Recreation District Manager as requested in tabulating votes and provide independent verification of the results. We request that communications to residents not use the words "audited" or "certified" by our Firm as those terms would indicate a higher level of service and time commitment. Our services will not include a written accountants report, but we can provide a written letter to the District Manager that we tabulated the ballot count, observed procedures and verified the results.

We also request that we be provided with adequate table space with electrical outlets for two people to work with laptop computers and space for the ballots. We also request that this space be off limits to residents and anyone other than those authorized to be involved in the election process.

Please feel free to contact Daniel R. Anderson, CPA with any questions related to this proposal. Please acknowledge acceptance of the proposal below and return it by email, fax or mail.

Sincerely,

MAULDIN & JENKINS, LLC

Daniel R. Anderson, CPA

MAULDIN & JENKINS, LLC • 1401 MANATEE AVENUE WEST, SUITE 1200 • BRADENTON, FLORIDA 34205
941-747-4483 • FAX 941-747-6035 • www.mjcpa.com
MEMBERS OF THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS

University Park Recreation District

Consideration of Updated Floor Plans for the Kitchen Project

UPCC
Kitchen Renovation
PROVIDE UPDATED DESIGN PROPOSAL & DISCUSS DIRECTION PRESENTED BY: STEVE HEITZNER & JOHN FETSICK
WITH SUPPORTING INPUT FROM: HOYT ARCHITECTS, WILLIS SMITH CONSTRUCTION, MIKE BEAUMIER (OWNER’S REPRESENTATIVE),AND P.R.I.D.E.

SECTION 1:
Kitchen Renovation

FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDED
DIRECTION

Kitchen Renovation Advisory Group

Gino Caliendo (Member) Deb Robertson (Member) Andrew Houghton (Member) Justin Sears (Executive Chef)
John Fetsick (General Manager)
Steve Heitzner (UPRD Board Vice-Chair, and Appointed Capital Improvement Board Liaison)
Paul Guillaume (Professional Restaurants Incorporating Design and Equipment)
Chris Gallagher & Victoria Basirico (Hoyt Architects)
Taylor Aultman & Robbie Gronbach (Willis Smith Construction)
Michael Beaumier (Osprey Consulting- Owner's Rep)

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This cross functional collaboration ensures operational, member, and architectural perspectives remain aligned.

Kitchen: Existing Design
TOTAL: 3,632 SF

Kitchen:
Pain Points – Members/Advisory

Limited capacity for large events and member functions.

Service delays and inconsistent temperatures from insufficient plating and expo space.

Feedback reflects desire for improved speed, quality, menu creativity and variety, and consistency of service.

Kitchen:
Pain Points – Executive Chef

Exposed & Non-Compliant
Electrical

Current Layout Not Designed for Membership Size & Event Volume

Staff Utilizing Member Restrooms/No Breakroom

Insufficient Plating/Expo Space

Outdated/Faulty Refrigeration

Inadequate Storage

Kitchen:
Impact on Members vs. Staff

Impact on Staff:

Operational bottlenecks from inefficient layout
Safety concerns and overcrowded work areas
Low morale and fatigue due to poor working conditions
Inconsistent execution and difficulty meeting standards
Limited capacity to handle high-demand events

Impact on Members:

Longer ticket times and inconsistent meal temperature
Slower, less coordinated service during peak hours
Limited availability for large events and reservations
Reduced dining quality and presentation consistency
Overall decline in satisfaction and perceived club value

Kitchen:
Key Planning Outcomes

Operational needs drove the revised layout

Prep, storage, and flow were the primary drivers of change

Staff support spaces are an operational requirement

Cost awareness and flexibility were built into the plan

This plan is now sufficiently resolved for accurate pricing

The group agreed the layout is ready to advance to schematic design and detailed cost modeling, addressing prior concerns about approving concepts without credible numbers.

Where feasible, existing equipment may be reused, and bar-related improvements were clearly identified as separable from core kitchen functionality.

Dedicated staff break space and restrooms were included to improve workflow, safety, morale, and code compliance while removing non-production activity from kitchen work areas.

The revised plan intentionally repositions prep areas, walk-ins, and storage to eliminate bottlenecks and support simultaneous banquet and à la carte service.

The updated kitchen plan was developed in direct collaboration with the Executive Chef and operations leadership to address documented workflow, prep, storage, and service challenges.

Kitchen: New Plan
TOTAL: 5,486 SF

Kitchen: New Plan

Kitchen:

Alleviated Pain Points – Members/Advisory

Expanded capacity to support large events and member functions.

Improved service speed and temperature consistency.

Greater consistency, quality, and menu flexibility.

Kitchen:
Alleviated Pain Points – Executive Chef

Expanded and better-organized storage

Modernized and reliable refrigeration

Improved plating and expo capacity

Layout designed for current membership and event volume

Improved electrical safety and code compliance

Dedicated staff break room and restrooms

Kitchen:
Positive Impact on Members & Staff

Impact on Members:

Impact on Staff:

Reduced operational bottlenecks through efficient layout
Safer, less crowded work environments
Improved morale and reduced fatigue
More consistent execution and achievable service standards
Greater capacity to handle high-demand events confidently

More efficient execution of meal service during large-scale events
Faster, more coordinated service during peak hours
Increased operational capacity for large-scale events
Improved dining quality and presentation consistency
Higher member satisfaction and perceived club value

Kitchen:
Key Questions Addressed

Did this plan increase storage?

Why is the prep kitchen located where it is?

Is the chef’s office placement intentional?

Are staff break rooms and restrooms necessary?

Does this layout support current membership and event volume?

Can this now be priced accurately?

Were cost and phasing considerations discussed?

Yes.
The plan allows reuse of existing equipment where appropriate and clearly separates optional elements (such as bar enhancements) from core kitchen functionality, preserving flexibility during pricing and value engineering.

Yes.
With the floor plan resolved, the project can proceed to schematic design, MEP narratives, and contractor pricing, enabling informed board decision-making.

Yes.
The kitchen is intentionally designed to support today’s membership size and event demand, including concurrent banquet and à la carte service — a key limitation of the existing kitchen.

Yes.
Dedicated staff facilities improve safety, workflow, morale, and code compliance while removing non-operational activity from kitchen production zones.

Yes.
The location provides visibility into prep, receiving, and exit points, improving operational oversight and inventory control. Size and configuration can be refined without changing layout logic.

Prep areas were intentionally placed adjacent to walk-ins to support efficient bulk breakdown, reduce unnecessary movement, and improve supervision and accountability.

Yes.
Overall usable storage increases significantly, with freezer/refrigeration expanding from 314 to 610 square feet and dry storage from 727 to 1,464 square feet. Early square-footage questions were resolved once all storage types were fully included.

Seeking Board Approval

Proposed Updated Plan
Up to $15,000 for Willis Smith Construction Bidding Process

University Park Recreation District

Discussion of Bond Alternative – Submitted by Supervisor Scott Huebner

UPCRD Decision Summary – Three Strategic Paths

Current Situation

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The 2024 Bond faces a low probability of success due to Florida Supreme Court litigation.
Legal uncertainty has weakened lender confidence and compressed timelines. Failure to secure financing risks forced homeowner assessments by August 2026. Forced assessments reduce the likelihood of voter approval for future borrowing authority.
Capital projects face delay without a stable financing path.

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Three Alternatives Comparison

Strategic Reality
The core decision is not about perfect financing. It is about choosing between legal risk, financial control, and negotiated compromise. Early action preserves options. Delay narrows them.

Consideration

Option A: Continue Bond

Option B: Conventional Loan

Option C: Settlement

Probability of Success

Low

Moderate–High

Moderate

Legal Risk

High

Low

Reduced after settlement

Homeowner Impact

High

Low

Low–Moderate

Lender Confidence

Weakening

Stronger

Improves post-settlement

Capital Continuity

At risk

Preserved

Preserved

Board Control

Low

High

Shared

Future Referendum

Reduced

Preserved

Preserved

University Park Recreation District

Ratification of Payment Authorization Nos. 154 – 155