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GOLDEN GATE M.S.T.U. ADVISOR
COMMITFEF
3299 East Tamiami Trail, Suite 103
Naples, FL 34112
MINUTES
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 4:35PM by Ms. Warren. Attendance was called and a quorum was
established.
II. Attendance: Patricia Spencer, Chairman; Peggy Harris, Vice Chairman; Jennifer Williams; Ron
Jefferson, Herman Haeger(Excused)
County: Michelle Arnold, PTNE Director; Leslie Hayes-MSTU Project Manager
Others: Michael McGee—McGee& Associates; Wendy Warren—JuriSolutions
III. Approval of Agenda
Add: X. New Business—Landscape Architect Scope of Work
Ms. Spencer moved to approve the Agenda as amended. Second by Ms. Harris. Carried unanimously
4- 0.
IV. Approval of Minutes: August 18,2015
Ms. Harris moved to approve the minutes of the August 18, 2015 meeting as presented. Second by
Ms. Williams. Carried unanimously 4-0.
V. County Maintained Landscape
None
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VI. Project Manager's Report
A. Monthly Budget Report
Ms. Arnold summarized the Golden Gate MSTU Fund 153 budget, dated September 22, 2015
noting:
• Revenues collected total $241,826 of the $247,900 budgeted.
• Transfers and contributions carry forward to 2016 total $491,900.
• Operating expenses: of the $315,000 budget, $ 91,514 is committed; $194,000 has been spent
with the remaining funds of$29,357 rolling in to the Fiscal Year 2016 Budget.
• Harts Electric light repairs will be invoiced in November 2016.
The 2016 Budget will be effective October 1, 2015. Staff advised the Committee revenues may
increase. The Committee has the option of lowering the millage rate to stay revenue neutral.
B. Meeting Time
Staff confirmed with the Committee the meeting time is 4:30 pm.
C. Tropicana FPL light poles rough estimate$30,500
Ms. Hayes reported FPL provided a verbal quote of$30,500 per pole for street light installation with
a suggestion of two poles for the area. A potential alternative lighting option is to attach additional
lights from the existing poles.
The Committee expressed interest in a lighting plan for pedestrian lighting for Tropicana Blvd. in the
vicinity of Golden Gate High School.
Staff to consult with FPL and secure proposals on the pedestrian lighting for the October 2015
Committee meeting.
Accident Reimbursement Collection Status
Staff reported that collection of funds for damage caused by automobile accidents is a work in
progress.
VII. Landscape Maintenance Report—Hannula Landscape
None
VIII. Landscape Architect's Report—McGee and Associates
Maintenance Reports
Mr. McGee submitted the "Landscape Observation Report: -FY14-15, 09/14/15, 9-17-15" for
information purposes and the following items were discussed:
General
• Trees: Schedule annual pruning on large canopy trees to improve sight line on all roadways and
prune palm fronds and seed stalks.
• Shrubs: Recommend roadway length complete estimate of all plants that need to be replaced be
developed.
• Treatment Plan: Develop a transitional plan for turf areas and ground cover plants.
• Fertilization: Schedule October's fertilization of all plant material and turf
Tropicana Boulevard
• Shrubs: Proposal submitted to Staff for damaged shrub bed plant replacement(awaiting
action).
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• Turf: Develop and submit a replacement program for damaged turf in medians.
Coronado Parkway and Hunter Boulevard
• Turf: Develop and submit a replacement program for damaged turf in medians.
• Weed Control: Hand remove weeds from Mimosa beds and large weeds in other plants and
continue treating invasive Ground Orchids.
Golden Gate
• Trees: Schedule annual pruning of palm fronds and seed stalks.
• Ground Covers: Hand remove Torpedo grass weeds in medians.
• Understory running: Review ornamental grasses for bi-annual pruning.
A turf renovation plan has been emailed to Ms. Hayes,Ms. Lulich,Manager,Landscape
Operations and Ms. Soriano,Project Manager,Road& Bridge Maintenance Division.
Sunshine Boulevard
• Ground Cover: Remove damage plants on the North end of Median#6 and replace with
Blueberry Flax Lily.
• Turf: Recommend a replacement program be developed and submitted for declining turf.
• Disease &Pest Control: Review and treat Sand Cordgrass for insects.
Hannula Landscape to provide Staff with proposal for the ground cover work,Median #6.
Collier Boulevard& Green Boulevard
• Ground Covers: A roadway Iength estimate should be developed for replacement of damaged material.
• Understory Pruning: Ornamental grass needs to be reviewed for bi-annual pruning.
IX. Old Business
Mr. McGee revisited projects on the East End of Golden Gate
Landscape plans are on file for planting on the South side of Golden Gate Parkway by Santa Barbara and
the bridge.
Staff to secure proposal from Hannula Landscape,Inc.for installation of plantings (including Gator
bags until plants are established)per the plan and submit to the Committee for review.
X. New Business
New Members Introductions
Only one of the two new Members was present so the item was postponed.
Landscape Architect Scope of Work
Ms. Hayes provided the "Annual Services for Landscape Architectural Maintenance Consulting Services
for the Golden Gate Beautification, MSTU, Fixed Term Landscape Architectural Services"dated 9-17-15
for renewal for McGee &Associates. She noted:
• The scope of work for monthly landscaping consulting services (M.S.T.U.Meeting Attendance,
Field Review Meetings, General Maintenance Report Sheets and Monthly Field Reports) is
contracted annually for$17,410.
• Optional services at the discretion of the Committee are proposed for$8,300 bringing the total
work order request to $25,710.
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Ms. Harris moved to approve the "Annual Services for Landscape Architectural Maintenance
Consulting Services for the Golden Gate Beautification,MSTU"Contract#12-5892, "Fixed Term
Landscape Architectural Services"dated September 17, 2015 for McGee&Associates. Second by Ms.
Williams. Carried unanimously 4—0.
XI. Public Comments
Flagpole Replacement
The Committee discussed replacement of the Flagpole knocked down at Golden Gate Parkway and 55th.
Street SW. One quote has been received for$32,000.
Staff will research the feasibility of the County permitting a fund raiser event and donation to the MSTU
to cover the cost of a new pole.
There being no further business to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned by the Chair
at 5:50 P.M.
GOLDEN GATE MSTU ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Patricia Spencer, Chairfnan
The Minutes were approved by the Committee on O z a_01 0 / , as presented x , or as
amended
NEXT MEETING: OCTOBER 20,2015—4:30 PM
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