Forest Lakes MSTU Minutes 09/01/2015 FOREST ROADWAY AND DRAINAGE M.S.T.U.
LAKES
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
3299 East Tamiami Trail Suite 103
NAPLES,FL 34112
Minutes
September 1,2015
I. Call to Order
Chairman Fogg called the meeting to order at 10:01 am.
A quorum was established
II. Attendance
Members: George Fogg, Chairman; Richard Barry (Excused); John Goody (Excused); Barbara Bell;
Marianne Fanning.
County: Leslie Hayes, Project Manager; Michelle Arnold; Director, Public Transit&Neighborhood
Enhancement.
Other: Scott Windham, Windham Studio, Inc.; Wendy Warren,JuriSolutions
III. Approval of Agenda
Chairman Fogg moved to approve the Agenda subject to include discussion of Potato Vine growth
on Woodshire Lane fence in item V.A. Second by Ms. Fanning. Carried unanimously 3—0.
IV. Approval of Minutes—July 7,2015
The Board tabled approval of the minutes of the July 7, 2015 until the October meeting pending
clarification of agenda format and discussion details.
V. Approval of Monthly Budget
Ms. Arnold and Ms. Hayes presented the"Forest Lakes MSTU Fund 159, September 1, 2015"for
information purposes and provided an overview of the budget noting there is approximately $55,233
of uncommitted funds remaining in the current year's budget. The Committee reviewed the budget by
line item with the following items highlighted:
• The Landscape Incidentals line item has increased by$3,600.
• The 2016 approved budget(reviewed by the Committee in March 2015) becomes effective
October 1, 2015. This may provide an increase in revenue for the MSTU.
• Funds held in reserve accounts are adequate to finance bond debt obligations. Access to these
funds for operating capital may be possible in the future providing the monies to satisfy the
debt payment plan continue to be sufficient.
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The Committee requested a review of the Fiscal Year2016 budget be included in the October
meeting Agenda. The Staff will email the Committee Members the amount of incidental funds
available for 2016 for planning purposes and a copy of the bond payment schedule.
Project Managers Report
A. Vegetation over growth on the Fence along Woodshire
Discussion occurred on the vegetation overgrowing on the fence along Woodshire Lane. Staff
reported that Naples Bath and Tennis Club are responsible for maintaining the area along the
fence. They have agreed to remove the invasive plant material by September 5, 2015.
Landscaping
The Committee requested that the Staff schedule a meeting with Mr. Windham to review general
landscape maintenance including adherence to the ten foot limb clearance regulation.
Mr.Windham will provide"read ahead"reports to the Staff for future meetings.
The Committee requested Mr. Windham present a recommendation on landscape lighting at the
October meeting.
B. Australian Pine Trees along Pine Ridge Road
Australian Pines
Discussion occurred on the trimming of the Australian Pines along Pine Ridge Road and the
feasibility of removing them citing safety and drainage concerns.
Mr.Windham noted if they are removed alternate plantings may be required by the County.
Staff reported the Golf Course landscape staff is responsible for maintaining the trees and they
have scheduled a meeting with the Golf Course management staff to determine a plan of action.
They will report back to the Committee on their findings.
Fichus Hedge
Discussion occurred on the Fichus hedge in the area of the Australian Pines with Mr. Windham
noting installation of the hedge was funded by the residents of Forest Lakes and maintained by the
County.
Lakes and Fountain
Chairman Fogg noted that the Committee has assumed responsibility for the lakes and fountains
in the community.
C. Drive Through in July
The Committee and Staff conducted a community drive through in July. As a result of the tour,
Ms. Hayes distributed a "Quail Run Golf Course Swale Map—B: On-Going Maintenance"to the
Committee for reference. The map highlights swales to be maintained by the MSTU.
The Committee requested Staff to provide an additional map at the October meeting referencing
significant issues for the MSTU to address and any swales they are responsible to maintain.
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VI. New Business
A. Next Meeting
The Committee requested Staff place the following items on the next meeting Agenda(in addition
to any other necessary items):
1. Review of maps.
2. Review of the 2016 approved Budget.
VII. Committee Member Comments
Communication
The Committee Members agreed to create a newsletter to update the Condominium Associations and
owners on Committee activities and accomplishments. Ms. Bell will be the administrator.
Staff will research possibility of utilizing the Collier County Commissioners email list for
communication purposes.
Quail Run Golf Course Sale
Ms. Hayes reported she will research any information available on the potential sale of the Golf
Course and email members her findings.
The Committee suggested that the MSTU invite a Quail Run Golf Course representative to attend
future meetings.
VIII. Public Comment
None
IX. Next Meeting Date
OCTOBER 6,2015 10:00 A.M.
Forest Lakes Condo Association Clubhouse
1058 Forest Lakes Drive,Naples Fl,34110
There being no further business to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned by the
Chair at 11:35 A.M.
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FOREST LAKES ROADWAY AND DRAINAGE MSTU ADVISORY COMMITTEE
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George 'ogg,Chairman
The Minutes were approved by the Committee on (9 e,t4 L O 1 S , as presented )(' , or as
amended
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