Bayshore Gateway CRA Adv Minutes 04/02/2013 2013 Bayshore Gateway
CRA Advisory Board
Minutes
April 2 , 2013
THE BAYSHORE / GATEWAY TRIANGLE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
4069 BAYSHORE DRIVE, NAPLES, FL 34112 PHONE 239.643.1115 Fax 239.775.4456
BAYSHORE/GATEWAY TRIANGLE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT LOCAL ADVISORY BOARD
MINUTES OF THE April 2, 2013 MEETING
The meeting of the Bayshore/Gateway Triangle Community Redevelopment Advisory Board
was called to order by Mr. Maurice Gutierrez at 6:00 p.m. at the CRA Office Meeting Room
4069 Bayshore Drive.
1. Roll Call: Present: Advisory Board Members: Larry Ingram, Karen Beatty, Maurice
Gutierrez, Mike Sherman, Chuck Gunther& Steve Main. Excused Peter Dvorak.
CRA Staff Present: Jean Jourdan, Interim Director and Ashley Caserta, Project
Manager.
2. Adoption of Agenda: Mr. Main asked if there were any additions or corrections to the
published agenda. Hearing none, he asked for a motion to approve the agenda. Motion:
Karen Beatty. Second: Mr. Sherman. Approved 6-0.
3. Adoption of Minutes: Mr. Main asked for a motion to approve the March 5, 2013
meeting minutes. Mr. Sherman requested the addition of comments regarding
marketing and branding. Mr. Main asked formotion to approve with additions. Motion:
Ms. Beatty: Second: Mr. Sherman. Approved 6-0
4. Executive Director's Report:
a. CRA Project Updates. Ms. Jourdan reported to the CRA-AB that there was
a project update memo in their packages and reviewed each item on the
memo.
b. Ashley Caserta, Project Manager: Ms. Caserta updated the CRA-AB on
the Gateway Triangle Stormwater Improvements and provided a brief
update on the MSTU projects.
5. Old Business:
a. Request for Payment of Services. None
6. New Business:
a. CRA Loan Update: Ms. Jourdan introduced Mark Isackson, Director of Finance and Ed
Finn, Sr Budget Analyst. Mr. Isackson passed out a Draft memo regarding refinancing the
loan and discussed the four key provisions. Mark emphasized the importance of buying
the CRA time to lower the debt through a provision of an extension of time. Mr. Isackson
said he expects to have the loan agreement to the BCC for approval in May.
b. Elite Events: A presentation was given by Drew Hamernik about his organization, Elite
Events. He asked the CRA-AB for their support and assistance in getting the word out
about upcoming events. Additionally, he told them he is seeking assistance with obtaining
contacts for community leaders for developments such as, Lely and Windstar. A motion
was made for staff to assist Elite Events, when possible, with the coordination of events
within the CRA area. Motion Chuck Gunther. Second: Steve Main. Approved 6-0
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c. CRA Office Space: Ms. Jourdan informed the CRA-AB that the current office space is
actively being marketed to secure new tenants for the building. She explained that the
CRA's present lease does not include the whole building and only provides the owner to
give the CRA 30 days notice to vacate. She further informed them about discussions with
County staff and the possibility of available space at the County Complex. The CRA-AB
expressed a strong desire to remain in the community and not wanting CRA operations
housed within the County complex. Ms. Jourdan said that under the current conditions of
the lease it is in the best interest of the CRA to be proactive and seek other office options.
The CRA-AB made a motion for staff to locate office space in the area to accommodate
the CRA's operational needs and return to the CRA with options for review and approval.
Motion: Karen Beatty. Second: Steve Main. Approved 6-0
d. Proposed Adult Living Facility. Ms. Jourdan provided the CRA-AB with information on
Rudy Ayan the proposed new owners of the Naples Steel site and their plans to construct
a 52 unit Assisted Living Facility for high acuity residents.
e. Advisory Board Resignation: Ms. Jourdan announced that due to Ms. Vicki's hectic
working schedule she regretfully submitted her resignation. Ms. Jourdan conveyed to the
CRA-AB that Ms. Tracy wanted everyone to know she supports the CRA and will
continue to assist in any way she can.
f. CAPA & CRA 17+ Acres: Ms. Jourdan informed the CRA-AB that at CAPA's request the
Executive Board directed the CRA staff to work with the County on the specifics of a
purchase offer and an independent appraisal was required to determine the fair market
value of the site. As a result, Ms. Jourdan obtained two quotes for their review and made
a recommendation to utilize the lowest quote in the amount of $1900.00. Motion to
approve: Steve Main. Second Mike Sherman. Approved 6-0
g. Advisory Board General Communications. Mike Sherman discussed marketing and
branding the Bayshore area as Naples Bay Village and reiterated his past statements
regarding the CRA not being proactive in marketing the same. Ms. Jourdan explained
that without a formal vote or direction from the Advisory Board staff has taken no action to
implement the name "Naples Bay Village". Ms. Jourdan recommended the members
discuss the item now or schedule a workshop to specifically address the item. The
Advisory Board members discussed implementing the name "Naples Bay Village" and
opted not to move forward.
h. Citizen Comments. None
i. Adjournment: Mr. Main adjourned the meeting at 7:25 pm.
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Approved and forwarded by Steve Main, CRA-AB Chairman.
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