GG MSTU Minutes 10/20/2015 + mss
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3299 East Tamiami Trail, Suite 103
Naples, FL 34112
MINUTES
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 4:30 PM by Ms. Spencer. Attendance was called and a quorum was
established.
H. Attendance: Patricia Spencer, Chairman;Peggy Harris,Vice Chairman; Ron Jefferson,Herman
Haeger; (Vacancy) .
County: Leslie Hayes-MSTU Project Manager
Others: Michael McGee—McGee&Associates;Dale I Iannula—Hannula Landscape; Janet Acevedo
—Hannula Landscape; Bill Jones- Rainbow Pest Control; Geoff Messina- Rainbow Pest
Control; Wendy Warren—JuriSolutions
Staff notified the Committee Ms. Williams term has expired.
III. Approval of Agenda
Ms. Spencer moved to approve the Agenda. Second by Mr. Jefferson. Carried unanimously 3-0.
IV. Approval of Minutes: September 22,2015
Mr.Haeger moved to approve the minutes of the September 22, 2015 meeting as presented. Second
by Ms. Spencer. Carried unanimously 3 0.
V. County Maintained Landscape
None
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Ms. Harris arrived at 4:43 p.m.
VI. Project Manager's Report
A. Monthly Budget Report
Ms.Hayes summarized the 'Golden Gate MSTU Fund Budget 153 dated October 20,2015 noting:
• $411,200 in cash will carry forward to the FY16 budget.
• Revenue generated in the new fiscal year is$247,949, an increase of approximately$1,600.
• Combined estimated cash for FY16 is$659,776.
• Operating expenses: of the$299,000 budget, $209,083 is committed.
The budget reflects new assessed values and the Board of County Commissioners established a
revenue neutral budget. Staff noted the estimated budget will solidify in February 2016.
B. Status on Flag Pole—Boy Scouts Troop
Ms. Hayes confirmed the County has approved Flag Pole replacement and the fundraising will be
undertaken by a local Boy Scout Troop appointed by the County.
C. FPL Proposal—Additional Lights
Ms.Hayes reported she walked Tropicana Blvd. with Michael Martinez of Florida Power and Light.
Mr. Martinez will submit CAD drawings to Staff on options available for additional lighting on
Tropicana Blvd. at no cost to the MSTU.
Staff will present the schemes to the Committee at a future meeting for their consideration.
D. Hannula Proposal—West Entry Sign
Ms.Acevedo reported the proposal submitted for landscaping and irrigation for the Golden Gate
MSTU West Entry Sign, dated September 28, 2015 will be canceled due to change in scope of work.
A new proposal will be presented at the November meeting.
VII. Landscape Maintenance Report—Hannula Landscape
Bill Jones and Geoff Messina,Rainbow Pest Control(sub-contractor for Hannula Landscape)to
reported on insect and weed control. They noted:
• Roadways are walked and landscaping treated with herbicides to control pest activity and weed
growth.
• Escalation of pest activity and weeds is result of rainy conditions.
• Summer months plant areas are maintained; winter months weed and pest control treatments are
effective and roadways will be attractive.
• Bougainvillea worms are present year round being treated as needed.
Ms.Acevedo reported on landscape maintenance highlighting:
• Canopy trees are being trimmed.
• Annual pruning of Sabal/Cabbage Palms is in process.
• A plan will be developed for replacement of damaged turf with confirmation that irrigation
malfunctions have been repaired.
• Fertilization will be scheduled on receipt of a Purchase Order(Staff confirmed purchase order
opened).
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VIII. Landscape Architect's Report—McGee and Associates
Maintenance Reports
Mr. McGee submitted the `Landscape Observation Report: -FY1 S-1 6, October 2015 for information
purposes and the following items were discussed:
Irrigation
Ms.Hayes reported she worked with Roger Dick, Road and Bridge Division,to schedule watering
cycles three days a week(Sunday,Tuesday and Thursday)and adjust concentration as needed for
plants versus sod. Mr. Dick confirmed to Staff watering cycle has been modified.
She requested the Committee note her if the landscaped areas show distress from lack of water.
General
• Trees: Schedule annual pruning on large canopy trees to improve sight line on all roadways and
prune Palm fronds and seed stalks.
• Shrubs: Review shrub and grass beds for replacements. Develop roadway length estimates for
areas noted on the landscape report.
• Turf: Review for weed control treatment and/or replacement.
• Weed Control: Submit treatment schedule for inception at cool season.
• Understory Pruning: Review ornamental grass for bi-annual pruning.
• Fertilization: Schedule October's fertilization of all plant material and turf.
Tropicana Boulevard
• Pest Control: Monitor Bougainvillea for Caterpillar activity due to dry conditions.
• Turf: Dry appearance may be result of weed control treatments recently applied.
• Understory Pruning: Thryallis shrubs should have a 40%reduction pruning.
Coronado Parkway and Hunter Boulevard
• Ground Orchids: Continue treatment;research pre-emergent herbicide and apply if appropriate.
• Disease/Pest Control: Monitor Blue berry Flax Lily for rust disease and snail activity. Monitor
Big Rose Crown of Thorn for leaf spot fungus and Bougainvillea shrubs for Caterpillar activity.
• Jatropha Trees: Prune and thin.
Golden Gate Parkway
• West entry community sign: Recommend planting three staggered rows of plants in front of light
fixture as detailed on the landscape report.
• Ground Covers: Hand remove Torpedo grass weeds in medians.
• Irrigation: Pump station water use meters not functioning properly.
• Memorial Plaque at 42nd Street: Clean and repaint plaque and base and repair pavers.
Staff will request work proposal from Hannula Landscaping for West entry sign planting.
Turf Renovation Plan Golden Gate Parkway
Ms. Soriano,Project Manager,Road &Bridge Maintenance Division,has requested a price quote
from Hannula Landscaping,Inc. for turf replacement on Golden Gate Parkway based on a plan
submitted by McGee and Associates,Inc.
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Tree Trimming on Medians
Mr.Jefferson requested the canopy trees in the medians be trimmed.
Staff noted the County is responsible for median maintenance; however the Committee can make
recommendations to embellish landscaping and increase/decrease maintenance.
Mr: McGee will annotate the need for tree trimming in his report to the County as requested by
the Committee.
Ms. Hayes will email the Road and Bridge Division to inquire regarding their plans to trim the
trees and report her findings at the next meeting.
Sunshine Boulevard
• Turf: Recommend replacement program be developed for missing turf in medians and
implement monthly treatment program.
• Disease/Pest Control: Monitor Blue berry Flax Lily for rust disease and sail activity. Monitor
Bougainvillea shrubs for Caterpillar activity.
• Shrubs: Recommend an estimate be developed for plant replacements in beds as needed.
Collier Boulevard & Green Boulevard
• Shrubs and Ground Covers: A roadway length estimate should be developed for replacement of
damaged material.
• Irrigation: Part A and B water use meters should be checked for proper operation.
IX. Old Business
a. Mr.McGee revisited projects on the East End of Golden Gate(discussed under Item VIII
Landscape Architect's Report, Golden Gate Parkway).
X. New Business
New Members Introductions
The two new members shared information about their backgrounds.
Ron Jefferson
Mr.Jefferson has been a resident of Golden Gate City for twenty-five years. He is a mechanic by trade
and employed as Assistant Director of Airport Development Facilities Naples Airport.
Herman "Skip" Haeger
Mr. Haeger has been a Collier County resident since 1999. Originally a resident and educator from
Connecticut,he was introduced to Naples when he vacationed here with his high school wrestling team.
He owns Island Scapers Landscape and Design.
XI. Public Comments
None
There being no further business to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned by the Chair
at 5:25 P.M.
GOLDEN GATE MSTU ADVISORY COMMITTEE
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GOLDEN GATE MSTU ADVISORY COMMITTEE
7:1-e _r
Patricia Spencer, Chairman
The Minutes were approved by the Committee on No V L"Yrl P 111 , as presented X , or
as amended _
NEXT MEETING: NOVEMBER 17,2015-4:30 PM
GOLDEN GATE COMMUNITY CENTER
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