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Forest Lakes MSTU Minutes 11/09/2011 FOREST ROADWAY AND DRAINAGE M.S.T.U. LAKESADVISORY COMMITTEE 2885 HORSESHOE DRIVE SOUTH NAPLES,FL 34104 November 9, 2011 Minutes Call to order Meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Robert Jones. A quorum was established. II. Attendance Members: Robert Jones, George Fogg, Dick Barry, Kenneth Bloom, Kevin McKyton (Excused) County: Darryl Richard—Project Manager, Michelle Arnold-ATM Director, Pam Lulich-Landscape Operations Manager, Gloria Herrera-Budget Analyst Other: Scott Windham—Windham Studio, Darlene Lafferty—Juristaff Ill. Approval of Agenda Add: VIII. A. 1216 Forest Lakes Blvd. Resident Request VIII. B. Woodshire Fallen Tree VIII. C. FPL Tree Trimming George Fogg moved to approve the agenda as amended. Second by Kenneth Bloom. Motion carried unanimously 4-0. IV. Approval of Minutes — September 14, 2011 George Fogg moved to approve the minutes of September 14, 2011 as submitted. Second by Kenneth Bloom. Motion carried unanimously 4-0. V. Transportation Services A. Budget Report— Gloria Herrera reviewed the following: (See attached) FY11 year end Ad Valorem Tax (effective September 30th) o Collected - $36,797.11 o Uncollected - $1,302.89 Exhibit(STA 10+75- STA 16+55) (Recreation/Pool Area) o Consists of(5) parking spaces o Picnic Table area was maintained o Existing pavers will connect to the concrete walk George Fogg reported the following issues: o A drainage problem along the sidewalk on Woodshire (from the pool area to Pine Ridge Rd) - Requested Scott Windham assess the bank area to determine if it is stable o Requested removal of the Brazilian Pepper by the corner of the Golf Course Maintenance Building - The Brazilian Pepper is located on MSTU property Scott Windham noted that installation of Clusia (along the fence) will be needed directly following the removal of the Brazilian Pepper. Darryl Richard stated a review of exotics in the area will be conducted. Discussion took place on the aesthetics of the continuous staking of Cassia Trees in the Community. After discussion the following was concluded: o Annual Pruning will be necessary if the Trees are not staked o Conversely Maintenance is required for the stakes o Scott Windham will review and present alternatives for the Cassia Trees at the December meeting Discussion ensued on the cost to maintain the Trees. It was determined the Maintenance and Cost components will be identified after Plans are at 100% for the Trees and Drainage System. Darryl Richard reported the Golf Course Board approved the Easement Acquisition at the October 18th meeting. Michelle Arnold requested Staff verify the Easement status by the North Property Owners (Phase II.) George Fogg moved to have a mailing to notify the Members of the MSTU Homeowners as to update of status. Second by Kenneth Bloom. Motion carried unanimously 4-0. Locations for Christmas Decorations were discussed. Darryl Richard confirmed the Golf Course Club House is installing Decorations only on the (Club House) Entrance Sign. Scott Windham suggested installing electrical outlets for the Landscaping Lighting source (at the Front Entrance.) 3 �-. The committee concurred and additionally requested electrical outlets at the East Entrance. VII. Old Business A. Gordon River Extension Darryl Richard reviewed an Update Report on the Gordon River Extension/Forest Lakes Bullet Points (See attached) o Country Club of Naples is donating the Easement o Royal Poinciana is requesting $48,000.00 for Survey Fees o The County Project will be conducted during the spring George Fogg questioned the status on the adjustment to the current Landscape Maintenance Contract to include Tree Pruning to clear the walkway on Woodshire. Pam Lulich responded a meeting is scheduled tomorrow with FPL and FPL Contractor. Additionally CLM will be requested to attend. VIII. New Business A. 1216 Forest Lakes Blvd. Resident Request—Discussed under VIII. B. B. Woodshire Fallen Tree Darryl Richard reported Naples Bath and Tennis assured Staff that the Tree will be removed by the end of the week. (See attached photo ) Darryl Richard presented photographs depicting standing water on the driveway at 1216 Forest Lakes Blvd. (See attached photo) Discussion ensued on the photographs of the driveway. Kenneth Bloom noted the driveway was originally paved with the dip by the builder. Michelle Arnold stated the Property Owner requested consideration by the MSTU Committee to install a Culvert to correct the drainage issue (dip in the drive.) After much discussion it was concluded that the Property Owners request was beyond the purpose of the MSTU. Kenneth Bloom moved(send a letter) to address the Homeowner that the water issue is a natural swale and not an MSTU issue. Second by George Fogg. Motion carried unanimously 4-0. George Fogg announced that he is not attending the December meeting. C. FPL Tree Trimming —Previously discussed under VII. A. 4 IX. Public Comments - None There being no further business to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned by the Vice Chairman at 11:36 a.m. Forest Lakes Roadway and Drainage MSTU Advisory Committee OA'Robert Jones, Chair a These minutes approved by the Committee on (L-1- tj as presented or amended Next meeting is December 14, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. Growth Management Division — Construction & Maintenance 2885 Horseshoe Drive South Naples, FL 34104 5