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BAYSHORE BEAUTIFICATION MSTU ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES
OF THE MARCH 7, 2012 MEETING
The meeting of the Bayshore Beautification MSTU Advisory Committee was called to order
by Chair Maurice Gutierrez at 5:00p.m. at the MSTU Office 4069 Bayshore Drive.
1. Roll Call: Present: Advisory Committee Members: Maurice Gutierrez (Chairman),
Victoria Nicklos, Sheila Dugan, and Sandra Arafet.
MSTU Staff Present: Sue Trone (MSTU Project Manager), Jean Jourdan (CRA Project
Manager) and David Jackson (Executive Director).
2. Approval of Agenda: Mr. Gutierrez asked for a motion to approve the agenda. Motion:
Ms. Nicklos. Second: Ms. Dugan. Approved 4 -0.
3. Adoption of Minutes: Mr. Gutierrez asked for a motion to approve the February 1,
2012 regular meeting and workshop minutes. Ms. Arafet noted a spelling error with
her name and Ms. Dugan noted a spelling error to the word "March." Motion to
approve, amending the minutes by correcting spelling errors: Ms. Arafet. Second: Mr.
Gutierrez. Approved 4 -0.
4. Projects Report:
March 7, 2012
a. Landscape Maintenance: Aaron Gross gave his report of landscape
maintenance, noting usual issues. He noted that there has been attrition of
some plants in various areas where the MSTU maintains landscaping where
the group could install new plants —crown of thorn beds, ixora beds, etc.
b. Status Report of Landscaping on South Bayshore: Aaron noted that he
observes landscaping installed for the South Bayshore Drive project seems to
be doing well. Sue Trone advised that staff has observed some abuse to the
last 4 or 5 thatch palms on South Bayshore but deferred discussion to later in
the meeting.
c. Sbroco Sidewalk Issue: The County Attorney sent a letter to ABB demanding
they remove the sidewalk from Mr. Sbroco's property. At this time, the issue is
between the attorneys.
d. Bayview and Lunar Update: Construction plans for Bayview and Lunar is at
30 %. The plans are expected to be complete around the MWW end of July.
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e. Thomason Drive Update: Atkins has two conceptual plan options for
Thomasson Drive. These will be presented to the public at a meeting on March
20 at 5 PM at the CRA office.
f. Sign Poles: Sign poles are almost completely painted. This project is expected
to be complete by March 15.
g. Truck Transfer: The truck was transferred from the CRA to the MSTU because
it is used primarily by the MSTU. The monthly maintenance, fuel, and insurance
costs are around $1,500 per year.
h. Lights on Haldeman Creek Bridge: The lights were put up on the bridge. Sheila
Dugan asked about having extra sign poles on hand to replace unforeseen
poles that get destroyed, such as the sign pole that was destroyed at the first
median at Bayshore and US -41. The group decided to replace the destroyed
sign pole and store three extras. The Committee tasked staff to purchase four
poles in the color black: one for immediate installation to replace the one that
was destroyed and three for reserve. Motion: Ms. Nicklos. Second: Ms. Dugan.
Approved: 4 -0.
i. CRA Stormwater Drainage Proiect: The CRA Board approved the contractor for
construction of the stormwater drainage project and the CEI professional at the
Feb. 28 meeting.
j. CRA RFP for Bank Refinancing: The Purchasing Department is preparing to
put an RFP out for banks to submit proposals for refinancing the CRA's debt.
5. Old Business:
a. Request to pay all invoices. Motion: Ms. Nicklos. Second: Mrs. Dugan.
Approved 4 -0.
6. New Business:
a. Refurbishing of Benches and Trash Cans. Staff recommended tabling this item
until next month when more quotes can be solicited. The committee agreed.
b. Vandalism of Thatch Palms. Staff was prepared to recommend relocating the
northernmost four or five thatch palms installed for the Bayshore Drive South
project. During the meeting, after Aaron completed his report on landscaping,
he inspected these southernmost palms. He reported to David Jackson who
shared with the group that these palms appear to have been pruned with a
skillful approach, removing shaggy fronds and saving the hearts. Aaron
recommended leaving the trees where they were and monitoring them. The
committee concurred.
c. Election of New Committee Members. Seats for Victoria Nicklos, Gerry Buck,
and Maurice Gutierrez expire this month. These three people reapplied for their
seats uncontested. Votes were cast and all three were voted by members
present at the meeting. The committee recommends the Board of County
March 7, 2012
Commissioners approve these three applicants for their seats on this advisory
committee. Motion: Ms. Arafet. Second: Ms. Dugan. Approved: 4 -0.
7. Public Comments:
8. Advisory Committee General Communications:
David Jackson shared with the group details of the CRA Advisory Board's discussion
about its budget. Given the 2014 bullet payment due for the CRA loan and loan terms
which require a minimum of $1.5 million by the CRA for reserves, to maintain
operations in the area, staff cuts have to be made. At the March 6'" meeting of the
CRA Advisory Board, a recommendation to the CRA Board was made to terminate
David Jackson's contract. This recommendation will be presented to the Board on
March 27, 2012.
Bay Days will be on April 14, 2012. This event is a volunteer effort to clean Haldeman
Creek Vglunteers who RSVP to staff by March 27 will receive a free T- shirt.
Approved and forwarded by Maurice Gutierrez, MSTU Advisory Committee Chairman.
March 7, 2012