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Lely Beautification MSTU Minutes 10/20/2011 GOLF ESTATES BEAUTIFICATION MSTU ADVISORY COMMITTEE 2885 Horseshoe Drive South Naples, Fl 34104 October 20, 2011 Minutes I. Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Bob Slebodnik at 4:00 P.M. I1. Attendance: Members: Robert Slebodnik, Tony Branco, Kathleen Dammert, David Larson (Excused), Jennifer Tanner County: Darryl Richard-Project Manager, Pam Lulich-Landscape Operations Manager, Gloria Herrera-Budget Analyst Others: Mike McGee-McGee &Associates, Robert Kindelan-CLM, Darlene Lafferty—Juristaff III. Approval of Agenda Add: VIII. C. Christmas Decorations X. A. Crosswalk Markers XI. A. Future Projects for 2012 Kathleen Dammert moved to approve the agenda as amended. Second by Jennifer Tanner. Motion carried unanimously 4-0. IV. Approval of Minutes: September 15, 2011 Jennifer Tanner moved to approve the September 15, 2011 minutes as submitted. Second by Kathleen Dammert. Motion carried unanimously 4-0. V. Budget Report—Gloria Herrera reviewed the following Reports: (See attached) October 20, 2011 Budget Report o Operating Expense Open Purchase Orders $113,744.10 o Capital Outlay Commitments $99,792.42 (rolled from FY11) September 30, 2011 SAP Fiscal Year End Report o Collected Ad Valorem Tax $201,331.89 o Water and Sewer Line Item $17,833.81 (amount paid to date) 1 Robert Slebodnik inquired on the total amount of MSTU Funds that are available for 2012 Projects. Gloria Herrera responded the available Funds for FY12 consist of: o Capital Outlay encumbered monies - $99,792.42 o $114,900.00 Darryl Richard noted $215,100.00 monies are available in Reserves (Insurance Claim.) VI. Landscape Maintenance Report- CLM Robert Kindelan reported: o September Fertilization is complete (Palms) o Plant Fertilization is schedule for next week o Fall Plant Material cutback is underway o Pest problems are under control - Chinch bugs in the Turf - Scale on the Fire Bush o Bougainvillea may require significant cutback to remove torpedo grass (Forest Hills) o Median Number painting will be complete before the November meeting o Grass areas damaged by Chinch Bugs will be replaced at CLM expense Discussion ensued on the Median number painting and it was concluded: o The numbers will be painted on the topside of the curb (in the yellow portion) o Both ends of the Median tips will be painted VII. Landscape Architect's Report- McGee &Associates A. Maintenance Report- Mike McGee reported: (See attached) o Grates at Forest Hills Golf Cart Crossing are clogged and require cleaning Pam Lulich requested contact information for the Golf Course Representative. Jennifer Tanner responded Alan Cooper. Mike McGee noted Baltusrol has the same issue (clogged Grate) that resulted from dirt washing down the Valley Gutter from the Golf Course Planting Bed. Tony Branco questioned if the size of the Grate(s) are adequate for their intended purpose. After discussion it was deemed that the Grates are the responsibility of the Golf Course. 2 Mike McGee continued: o Reuse Mixing Chamber (See attached) - September 2011 Total Potable Water usage 100 gallons o Suggested replacing the Holly with Crape Myrtle (Median No. 9) (See attached) The Committee concurred with replacing the Holly with Crape Myrtle. Discussion took place on the aesthetics of the Sunshine Mimosa. The following was concluded: o The Mimosa needs sufficient time to fill in (1-2 months) o CLM will monitor the area and mow the Mimosa when it has thickened B. Dora! Bridge Project- Mike McGee gave an update on the Project: o Samples of Cap stone material was requested o Project meetings will be held daily o Bonness called in Utility locates Darryl Richard stated Lumec Poles are scheduled to arrive mid November. VIII. Transportation Operations Report- Darryl Richard reviewed the following Reports: A. Project Managers Report- (See attached) (L-48) Modifications to Dora! Circle Bridge o Bonness NTP was issued October 17th o Staff will notify the Committee of the expedited Project Schedule B. Review of the To Do List- Darryl Richard reported: (See attached) Item No. 4- SignCraft Refurbishment o Sign was re-painted and inspected Tony Branco expressed satisfaction with the finish and noted the marble veining is realistic. Discussion took place on receiving David Larson's approval prior to installing the Sign. The Committee requested Staff convey the following to Mr. Larson: o Email a picture of the Sign o Comments on the finish and approval by Mr. Branco o Committee preference to move forward with installing the Sign (prior to Christmas Decorations) 3 Item 15—Provide to Risk for Reimbursement Pam Lulich stated an insurance claim may be filed if an Accident Report is not available (during October 1, 2010 - October 1, 2011.) Staff noted a meeting will be scheduled next week with Alan Cooper, Mike McGee, and Robert Slebodnik to discuss the issue on Forest Hills and Baltusrol. C. Christmas Decorations Darryl Richard reviewed a Proposal by Trimmers Holiday Decor in the amount of$2,800.00. (See attached) Kathleen Dammert stated the following regarding the Quote: o Trimmers Holiday Decor was on the list provided to Staff of the 3 top Vendors in Naples o Over the past two years Trimmers product quality and Service has declined o Perceived the $2,800.00 Quote was high o Suggested obtaining a quote from Whited Holiday Decor in Fort Myers Jennifer Tanner moved to approve a not to exceed amount of $2,500.00 for Christmas Decorations (for all entrances.) Second by Tony Branco. Motion carried unanimously 4-0. IX. Committee Reports — None X. Old Business A. Crosswalk markers Tony Branco requested an update on the To Do List Item 18 Reflector Strips at crosswalks for traffic calming. Darryl Richard responded that Gene Calvert (Traffic Engineering) is reviewing all existing Traffic Control devices for a recommendation on Safety Improvements. Discussion took place on FDOT approved in-ground Flashing Lights. Robert Slebodnik suggested adding the item to 2012 Future Projects. The Committee requested Staff confer with Gene Calvert on the available options. (Staff Action Item) Staff will request an update from Traffic Engineering. (Staff Action Item) XI. New Business A. Future Projects for 2012 Robert Slebodnik noted the preliminary work is complete for the Lighting Project on Pebble Beach Blvd. He inquired on the Committees position concerning the Project. 4 Mike McGee stated the following: o Cost Estimate was $108,000.00 o Currently directional bore pricing is low therefore the estimate may be reduced o Design and Sub Consultant Fees $12,752.00 are in addition to the $108,000.00 Cost Estimate Tony Branco questioned if Grant Funds are available for Safety Improvements. Staff will inquire if Grant monies are available for the Lighting Project. (Staff Action Item) After discussion it was concluded that the territory for the Lighting Project may be expanded as it can be completed in Phases over an extended period of time. Robert Slebodnik moved to establish the Lighting Project is a Future Project for 2012. Second by Kathleen Dammed. Motion carried unanimously 4-0. XII. Public Comments-None There being no further business to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned by the Chair at 5:11 P.M. Lely Golf Estates Beautification MSTU Advisory Committee sCeL/6,76 Robert Slebodnik, Chairman These minutes approved by the Committee on If- I - as presented < or amended The next meeting is November 17, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. Growth Management Division — Construction & Maintenance 2885 Horseshoe Drive South Naples, FL 34104 5