PARAB Agenda 10/25/2000parks and Recreation
Advisory Board Meeting
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October 25, 2000
2:00 pm
Vineyards Community Park
6231 Arbor Blvd. A-O
Naples, FL. 34119
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PARKS AND RECREATIONADVISORYBOARD
AGENDA
October 25, 2000
THE PARKS AND RECREATION AD VISORY BOARD MEETING WILL BE HELD
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2000 AT VINEYARDS COMMUNITY PARK,
6231 ARBOR BOULEVARD W, NAPLES, FLORIDA
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III. INVOCATION po i,
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IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — September 27th, 2000 �►
V. NEW BUSINESS: CASED pA�
A. Commercial Boating E SEE �
I3 Community Character Plan pLEps
VI. SPECIFIC UPDATES:
A. Vanderbilt Parking Garage 441,
VII. OLD BUSINESS
VIII. REPORTSIUPDA TES
A MONTHLYREPORTS
B. BCC RECAP
C. SPECIAL EVENT CALENDAR
D. PARKS UP -DATE
E. RECREATION UPDATE
F. ADOPT -A -PARK REPORT
IN. PARAB MEETING SCHEDULE
X PARAB MEMBERIADDRESS LIST
XI. ADJOURNMENT
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' PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
MINUTES
September 27, 2000
' Eagle Lakes Community Park
' PRESENT: John Grice, Chairperson
Lisa Barnett
Lindy D'Amico
' Edward "Ski" Olesky
Mary Ellen Rand
Sam Welborn
ALSO PRESENT: John P. Ribes
Philip Mudrak
Joe Kraft
Daniel Byers
STAFF PRESENT: Marla Ramsey, Director
John Walters, Parks Superintendent
Steve Whittier, Recreation Superintendent
Joe Delate, Project Manager
James Fitzek, Operations Manager
' Barbara Johnson, Clerical Supervisor
I. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was opened at 2:05
U. PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
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III. INVOCATION
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Correction made to the August 25`f`, 2000
minutes, page 5. It was Sam Welborn who the Tigertail inspection report
gave
and not Ski Olesky as recorded. On Page 6 - the TDC did not wish to fund a
parking garage.
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Minutes were approved with the above corrections.
V. NEW BUSINESS:
Good Attitude Award - presented to the Vineyards Maintenance Crew for their
efforts during the Country Jamboree special event held at the Vineyards
Community Park in September.
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A. Interview for Vacancy: Mr. Mark Benson was not present at the opening of
the meeting but hoped to arrive before the meeting adjourned.
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Mr. John Ribes , who is a landscape architect and lived in Collier County for
approximately 13 years, was interviewed. His vision is to see the Parks and
Recreation Department become a larger player in community expansion;
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emphasis should be placed on (1) the acquisition of land, (2) facility design
and (3) programs and activities. Mr. Ribes has helped design parks and also
served on the Parks Board in the City of Plantation.
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board makes the recommendation to the
Board of County Commissioners, who make the final decision. Each
applicant needs to be rated.
B. Mr. Philip Mudrak - Aaron Lutz Park.
I have lived in Collier County since 1973 and use the Aaron Lutz Park
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frequently. There are no permanent facilities at this location and we often
travel to another park having a pavilion and restrooms for hosting children's
birthday parties and other family/neighborhood gatherings. When the park is
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used for the County summer camp program and special events, rental tents
are erected and portable restrooms facilities are used. At this time I am
requesting that a pavilion and restroom facility be constructed and a cooled
water fountain be installed. The current fountain is not cooled, and in the
summer the water is hot. This would eliminate the need for renting these items
and would provide year round facilities for the public to utilize.
At one time there was a cooled fountain at this location but due to vandalism
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it was removed. The constant removal of graffiti is also a concern at this park.
The basketball courts are heavily used at night with the lights staying on quite
late. (Timers will be checked.) Installing a higher fence was discussed, but
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was deemed not practical at this time.
Mr. Mudrak suggested having a park ranger spend more time in this park. If
improvements were made, neighbors would be enlisted to help police the area
to reduce the amount of vandalism.
' 1llotion by Lisa Barnett: This request be tabled at this time and revisited at
budget time next year. The Parks and Recreation Department budgets the
construction of one new pavilion per year and the budget has been established
for 2001. Petition the neighborhood and bring a list of items desired.
Seconded by Lindy D'Amico. Motion to table request was approved 5-0.
Golden Gate Community Center employees are in charge of programming and
activities at Aaron Lutz Park, and should be advised of public desires.
Sugden Regional Park - Mr. Joe Kratt.
Mr. Kratt had contacted the Board of County Commission as well as some of
the PARAB members with his concerns regarding the fencing being installed
at Sugden Regional Park. PARAB member Lisa Barnett had suggested he
' come before the Board to voice these concerns.
Mr. Kratt has lived in this area for 28 years and his property abuts Sugden
' Regional Park. The new fence is set on property lines but is cutting off
roadways that have been used by the public for many years. Trucks entering
these four streets now have no place to turn around and have to back up onto a
' busy street. Two locked maintenance gates are located in the rear of the park;
Mr. Kratt would like to see these gates eliminated and replaced with small
access gates, as well as some landscaping . He also stated that there should
1 be more Ranger supervision at this location. In summary, Mr. Kratt is
requesting that adequate vehicle turn-arounds be provided, have four
bike/pedestrian entrances instead of two locked maintenance gates, and to
' move the fence from the property line to ten feet inside the park.
Ms. Ramsey stated that back in 1996 these roadways were vacated and notice
given that a fence was to be constructed along the entire park boundary,
including the crossing of the roads. Only Dominion Drive and Alladin Lane
' will have gates (both pedestrian and emergency/maintenance vehicular.) To
alleviate the turnaround concern, box outs and the extension of the pavement
at the end of each of these four streets are being considered. Work on the
' fencing project has been halted and the revised plans will be presented to the
Transportation Department. The Road and Bridge Department will perform
the paving work.
C. Values, Visions and Goals
These five goals are in addition to seven others that the Parks and Recreation
Department has developed in other areas. A sub -committee has been
established for each of these areas to ensure that the goal is accomplished.
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D. Design North Naples Regional Park
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Ms. Ramsey is requesting that participants dream when compiling a list of
facilities to be constructed in the new regional park. Currently there is no one
facility in Collier County that can host large tournaments of any nature
although there are ample hotel and restaurant accommodations. The
Department is gathering information from the public gleaned from public
surveys and will be holding meetings with various organizations for the same
purpose. The following suggestions were made:
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A water park, such as Sun Splash, is high on the list for middle school
kids.
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Building could be two stories, with the ground floor portion used for a
community center - maybe nature center in lobby. Upper portion used for
administrative offices.
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Aquarium as part of nature center
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Playground that doesn't look like a playground. It could incorporate
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music, plant life, water play, etc.
Fire pit - picnic areas.
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Softball 5 plex with concession building in the center.
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Keep trees in upland or mitigate. 50 acres out of 108 are drylands.
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Mitigation can be done on site, by a mitigation bank, or other various
ways.
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YMCA has competitive swim meets covered with its new 15 meter
Olympic pool being built in conjunction with the Community School.
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Parking will be an item. A grassy area for overflow parking could be used
for other things when not in use.
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Nature trails are mulched - fitness trails are paved.
The Department will be sending letters to various zip codes to schedule
meetings for input - probably the third week of November.
' E. Tentative Special Event Dates
The weather has not been cooperating with the Department's special event
calendar. The events are the same but are being scheduled at different times
of the year.
One large summer teen event instead of the four or five smaller evening
events held during the summer is being contemplated. This would probably
be "TV on the Beach", with the new stage system being utilized.
' The search is on for possible bands to la in conjunction with the Food
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' Drive. Consideration is also being given to having Snowfest an evening event
featuring a Christmas show.
' VI. Specific Updates:
A. Commercial Boating.
' Staff had a meeting with commercial boat users and representatives will
prepare a proposal addressing their needs for presentation to the Department
' and PARAB.
Some users put a boat in the water three times a day and some 15 times a day.
Users include inland boat sale facilities, fishermen, repair people, boats being
removed for servicing or storing, etc.. These businesses do not feel that their
use is impacting public parking. If a commercial launch fee were established,
consideration would need to be given to the amount, whether the fee be per
launch or annual, how the fee would be collected, and how payment of the fee
would be enforced. County ramps and parking lots were not constructed for
big trucks, is the County really responsible for providing ramps for
commercial use? There seems to be a number of gray areas - sightseeing
boats would require a number of parking spaces. If allowed, passengers may
need to be transported by bus from another location.
When the proposal is returned to the Department it will be presented to
PARAB.
A. Tract 179, recently renamed Rita Eaton Park - a collage of pictures was
shown of the 4 1/2 acre Golden Gate neighborhood park.
B. Parking Garage - a packet containing statistics was distributed. This item
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will go before BCC on October 20. The garage does not need to be funded
from TDC funds, any funding source may be utilized. Final approval of
design, colors, size of signs, etc. needs approval by Pelican Bay. A study
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regarding traffic for the garage did not need to be done as a garage in itself
does not produce traffic but it will help reduce congestion. Plans are for a
shuttle to take patrons from the parking area to the drop off area so vehicles
do not have to use the cul-de-sac.
C. Budget - These spreadsheets reflecting the newly adopted budget were for
information purposes only. Not included was a $500,000 carry forward in
Fund 130.
' Reference was made to the Signature PUD, with a possible donation of 100 acres
of wetlands. This land, requiring managing and extensive mitigation, would be of
' little use to the Department. There is a 3 1/2 acre parcel at Wiggins Pass and
Vanderbilt that the Department would like for parking purposes. The bridge at
Cocohatchee is not going to be rebuilt during the next ten years. At that time the
' Department would like to construct a fishing pier and small park underneath the
bridge.
' Applications for PARAB vacancy.
As Mr. Benson had not arrived at this time, his application was reviewed. The
' motion was made to recommend Mr. Riber as applicant number 1 and Mr.
Benson #2. Motion was approved 4-1.
VH. Reports and Updates
A. Monthly Report
B. BCC Recap
C. Special Event Calendar
D. Parks Up -Date
E. Recreation Up -Date
Due to a time factor, the above items were all briefly reviewed.
F. Adopt A Park Report
Lindy D'Amico reported that both Vineyards and Veterans Community Parks
were in great shape and both facilities were being heaving used. (Twelve
dogs were enjoying themselves at Rover Run). There were a few ruts in the
overflow parking area, but this lot is probably receiving more use than
originally anticipated.
Meeting adjourned at 5:15. Next meeting scheduled at Vineyards Community Park on
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MARINE 1NDUSiR17!S ASSOgKiTON Of GOt.uER O FLORIDA BOATING. FAMILY TRADITlON
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10/23/2000 09:16 8132615882
Marine Industries Association of Collier County
PO Box 9887
Naples, FL 34101
Tel: 261-0882
Fax: 261-5882
Proposed Boat Ramp Regulations:
1. All commercial operators will have on file with the Collier County
parks and Recreation Department:
�• Certificate of insurance for one million dollars
-:• Copy of the Collier County Business license
2. Collier County Parks & Recreation Department will provide
numbered and dated window decals good for one year for each
commercial vehicle that the business would use at the launch ramps.
3. The MIACC members will help Collier County Parks & Recreation
Department monitor the complianceo of the decals.ercial Members will provide
vehicles/busmesses with regards
information regarding non -compliant businesses/vehicles when
possible. Collier County Parks & Recreation Department will also
provide telephone/fax numbers to facilitate notification by MIACC
members regarding noncompliance.
4. It will be the responsibility of Collier County Parks & Recreation
Department to contend with non -compliant commercial
vehicles/businesses. If the aforementioned cannot provide a Collier
County Business License and/or a certificate of insurance ramp usage
will be prohibited.
5. Commercial contractors loading or unloadingperiod of time should
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otential of creating a blocked ramp for a p
ecreation
request permission from the Collier Recreation Parks &Department will
Department. The Collier County Parks &
monitor the situation to expedite the use of ramp.
6. Collier County Parks & Recreation Department to provide signage
stating ramp regulations at all facilities.
7. Ramp blocking is prohibited i.e. demo rides.
Exceptions will include:
A) Emergencies such as Natural. Disasters
B) County Permitted work
C) Boat salvage, must notify Collier County Parks & Recreation
Department as soon as possible.
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8. Commercial operators are prohibited from making and to boailer is a
the ramp, except to expedite the removal of theb
the ramp area.
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Definitions of a Boat and Service Dealer, Marine Cont
Commercial Fisherman or Charter Fisherman as they pertain tor to regulations
for boat ramp usage:
Boat and Service Dealer: in in the sale,
Any individual, company, or corporation engaging
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demonstration, service, or rental of a boat or otherof a Collier County Parks &
activity with a boat/water craft requiring the use
Recreation Department boat ramp.
Marine Contractor: es in the loading or
An individual, company, or corporation that engages
unloading of construction materials of any type that must be transferred by
water from a Collier County Parks & Recreation Department boat ramp.
Commercial Fisherman/Charter Fisherman:
Person or company, which engages in a revenue producing business with
any boat or watercraft requiring use of a Collier Count Parks &Recreation
Department boat ramp.
Randy Ward, President MIACC
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To: Marla Ramsey, Director
Department of Parks and Recreation
From: Murdo Smith, Beach and Water Superintendent
Date: August 6, 2000
Subject: Commercial Use at Boat Ramps
I would recommend the following to alleviate the concern regarding the commercial use at
various County owned and operated boat ramps. Currently the following conditions exist at
County boat ramps:
A. Cocohatchee River:
A concessionaire operates the facility and the County operates a park master meter
machine which accepts $3.00 for a parking fee.
B. Caxambas:
A concessionaire operates the facility and collects a $3.00 launch fee and remits 100% of
launch fees to the County.
C. Bayview:
Park master meter collects $3.00 for parking
D. 951:
No fee
My proposal is as follows:
1. Charge a launch fee at Cocohatchee. Have the concessionaire collect the fee and keep
30%. Charge additional fee for commercial use - $5.00 per launch or a $300 permit for a
year.
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ITEM # SUBJECT
Consent Agenda - (items beginning with # 16) taken by one motion
without separate discussion of each item. Approved 4/0
9/26/00
16D (7)
Grant application for Clam Pass Park to restore nature trails, improve
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walkovers and installation of interpretive signs to Florida Coastal
Management Program in the amount of $25,000 and matching funds
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of up to $25,000.
9/26/00
16 D (8)
Resolution 2000-335 - to amend the Collier County Parks and
Recreation Facilities License and Fee Policy and superseding County
Resolution No. 99-375.
10/10/00
16 D (1)
Resolution 2000-350 to convey a grant of utility easement to Sprint -
Florida, Inc., at Golden Gate Community Park.
' 10/10/00
16 D (2)
Resolution 2000-351 approve an easement agreement and convey a
grant of utility easement to Sprint -Florida, Inc., in Isles of Capri.
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PARKS UP -DATE t�
October 2000 If
October
• Conner Park
Construction has begun. Wells have been drilled. Project is underway.
• Clam Pass Park Boardwalk & Decking a
Boardwalk is complete, still working on punch list items. The Registry concession '
' area is complete, working on punch list.
Eagle Lakes Parke %
' Project has begun. Notice to Proceed has been issue : Project will be done in May.
• Golden Gate Community Park Walkway
to County has offered funds to six property owners to buy easements. Also offered on
five acre passive park tract. Awaiting real estate transaction. Working with School
Board on possible bridge/pathway connection.
• Park Pathway PH II
Better Roads will be starting project this week. Will be completed by November 15,
2000.
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• Immokalee Soccer Field Lighting
Project has started, will be completed by May. t
• Max Hasse Park — Phase H
' Construction of Community Center and Phase II has begun. Project total is close to V
$2 million. Contractor is J. L. Wallace. SFWMD permit has been issued. In for 7
' building permits. Project completion is next summer. P.O. has been issued.
• North Naples Regional Park 01
Working with road designers on Livingston Road entry design. Wetland jurisdiction
lines have been set. Project has been kicked -off. Choosing new Architect.
' • Pelican Bay Park - Croquet/Lawn Bowling
Have contracted with McGee and Associates for project design. Awaiting
I construction cost estimates. 90% design has been submitted. Latavish & Associates
is working on the building design.,
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• Sugden Park -- Phase II
Surety Construction has started project. Wiki`son is surveying project. Pathway
around lake is in for permitting. Fencing project has begun. Trash removal is done.
• Ti em4"ail Park � �
Awaiting DEP CCL approval, response is due by end of m nth. Design is complete.
' Marco Island City has approved SDP.
A001 Adft ✓
• Exotic Removal (9''
East Naples Park is still underway. Palm Springs Park is complete. Exotic
maintenance program at Tigertail and Clam Pass have begun. Barefoot, Manatee, and
Max Hasse Parks are planned for new fiscal year.
• Rita Eaton Park (Tract 179)
Grand opening planned for 11/2/00. Project is complete.
• South Marco Beach Access
Construction is complete except for placement of site furniture and punch list items.
Moving foot wash to beachside location.
• Veterans Park Hockey Rink Cover
Chris-tel has been awarded project, construction has begun. Project completion is
January 2001. Concrete has been poured. Footers have been completed.
• Vineyards Parking Lot
Design is 90% complete. Lighting Design has been completed. Awaiting resolution 41
of traffic signal issue with Transportation Department.
' • Pelican Bay Maintenance Building
Surety Construction has begun project. Concrete block is finished, waiting for metal
roof and windows.
• Vineyards Maintenance Building
Design is complete by Latavish and Associates. In for SDP permitting and
Vineyard's approval.
•
Adopt A Park
Report
NAME
LOCATION
REIPORT DUE
Lisa Barnett
Golden Gate Community Park
January
June
Clam Pass
Lindy D'Amico
Veterans Community Park
February
August
Vineyards Community Park
John Grice
East Naples Community park
March
September
Sugden Regional Park
Bayview park
VACANT
Max A. ffasse Jr. Community park
April
October
Golden Gate Community Center
Edward "Ski" Olesky
ImMftw Gofnmunity park
May
November
Ime p }no eorts Co#nplcx
Mary Ellen Rand
Barefoot Peach P{eTve/Access
June
December
Cocohatchee River rk
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August
December
Eagles Community Park
January
Lisa Barnett i
February
Lindy D'Amico ✓
March
John Grice
April
Charles McMahon-/
May
Ski Olesky
June Mary Ellen Rand, Lisa Barnett,/
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None ,/
August
Samuel Welborn, Lindy D'Amico
September
John Grice✓
October
Vacant Position ✓
November
Ski Olesky
December
Mary Ellen Rand, Samuel Welborn
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DATE LOCATION
1. January 26, 2000 Vineyards Community Park, 6231 Arbor Drive West
2. February 23, 2000 East Naples Community Park, 3500 Thomasson Drive
3. March 22, 2000 Golden Gate Community Center, 4701 Golden Gate Pkwy.
4. April 26, 2000 Veterans Community Park, 1900Immokalee Road
5. May 24, 2000 Golden Gate Community Park 3300 Santa Barbara Blvd
CHANGED TO VINEYARDS — 4: 00 PM
6. June 28, 2000 Cocohatchee River Park, 13531 Vanderbilt Drive
7. July, 2000 No Meeting (BCC Vacation)
8. August 23, 2000 Immokalee Sports Complex, 505 Escambia Street
9. September 27, 2000 Eagle Lakes Community Park, 11565 Tamiami Trail East
10. October 25 2000 Vineyards Community Park, 6231 Arbor Drive West
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11. November 15, 2000 East Naples Community Park, 3500 Thomasson Drive ./
12. December 20, 2000 Golden Gate Community Center, 4701 Golden Gate Pkwy.
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PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
RvIN40KALEE DISTRICT
M. Edward "Ski" Olesky Term
6001 Lake Trafford Road 1/12/99 - 12/31/02
' Immokalee, Florida 34142
(residence) (941) 657-2401 Fax: 658-2401
Cell Phone 860-8444
' URBAN DISTRICT
' (1). Ms. Lisa H. Barnett Term
Cheffy Passidomo, Wilson & Johnson 01/012/99 -12/31/02
821 Fifth Avenue South,"Suite 201
' Naples, Florida 34102
(residence)(941) 643-9703
(work) 261-
9300
(Fax) 261-9782
' E Mail: lhbarnettna,napleslaw.com
(2). Ms. Lindy D'Amico Term
' Gulf Coast National Bank 01/12/99 - 12/31/02
3838 Tamiami Trail North
Naples, FL 34103
(residence) 649-4093
' (work) 403-5130
E Mail: lindyd@gcnb.com
' (3). Mary Ellen Rand Term
550 110t' Avenue North 10/26/99 - 12/31/01
Naples, FL 34108
(residence) 514-3763 -
' (work 495-6464 _ 11P�r-
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(4). Mr. John Grice 0� Term
326 Charlema a Boulevar 204 AA&- ")vr 01/01/97 - 12/31/01
Naples, Florida 34112
(residence) (941) 774-5517
(Fax) 793-2414
E Mail: johngrice@naples.net
(5). Charles M. McMahon, Sr. RESIGNED Term
4 7s' Court, S. 6/08/00 10/26/99 - 12/31/03
Naples, 4
353-205
' E : C13legend@a .com
(6). Samuel E. Welborn Term
' 4293 27 h Court SW #102 01/01/00 - 12/31/04
Naples, FL 34116
455-4694
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October 2000
Staff is currently in the process of proof reading the 2001 Winter Recreation Guide in
order to make any necessary corrections or changes to programs/activities. A second
proofmg will take place on November 3rd before going to the printer.
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Seventy-five, yuum are involved in the after school program.
The Haunted House at Immokalee Sports Complex is October 28 and 29 from 7-10pm.
The promise is for a Spooktacular Time.
The Halloween Dance held at South Park on October 21 had 58 youth in attendance.
Golden Gate Community Center
Gator Gang Preschool is a new program which offers youth fun and enjoyment in a
learning and discovery environment.
Family Fun Cinema and Memory Lane Cinema are new programs for children and
seniors that feature movies on the big screen on selected dates.
Basketball and Volleyball Leagues are underway, including the highly successful
Midnight Basketball program funded by the Anti -tobacco partnership of Collier County.
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3300 SANTA BARBARA BLVD
NAPLES, FLORIDA 34116
TO: SKI
FROM: bj PHONE # (941) 353-0404
FAX # (941) 353-1002
DATE: 10/27/00
PAGES (including cover):-,
SUBJECT:
THIS IS THE PROPOSAL THAT WAS PRESENTED TO PARAB BY RANDY WARD
OF MARINE INDUSTRIES ASSOC OF COLLIER COUNTY AND FRANK DONOHUE, MARINE
SERVICE & SUPPLY.
The item was discussed and tabled until next meeting which will be
a workshop held at East Naples Community Park.
The minutes have not been transcribed yet, but thought that this
was the item you were interested in.
I will fax the minutes when done.
"EXPECT US TO BE THE BEST"
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Our website www.co.collier.fl.us
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Marine Industries Association of Collier County
PO Box 9887
Naples, FL 34101
Tel: 261-0882
Pax: 261-5882
proposed Boat Ramp Regulations:
All commercial operators will have on file with the Collier County
parks and Recreation Department.
'• Certificate of insurance for one million dollars
•:• Copy of the Collier County Business license
de
Collier County Parks & Recreation Department will �r for each
numbered and dated window decals good for on y
commercial vehicle that the business would use at the launch ramps.
on
The MI-�°�CC members will help
o r County f commercial
Department monitor the compliance
d to the decals. Members will provide
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vehicles/businesses with regar s liant businesses/vehicles when
information regarding non-cornp Department will also
possible. Collier County Parks & Recreate no if cation by MZACC
provide telephone/fax numbers to
members regarding noncompliance. parks &Recreation
4. It will be the responsibility of Collier County
Department to contend with non-compliantom commercial
a Collier
vehicles/businesses. If the aforementioned provide usage
County Business License and/or a certificate of insurance ramp
will be prohibited.
5. Commercial contractors loading or unloading materials
tilme sshould
potential of creating a blocked ram for
period s & Recreation
request permission from the Collier
&Recreation Department will
Department. The Collier County
monitor the situation to expedite the use of r ern P o provide signage
6. Collier County Parks & Recreation artm
stating ramp regulations at
7. Ramp blocking is prohibited i.e. demo rides.
Exceptions will include: t rs
A) Emergencies such as Natural. Disas e
B) County Permitted work parks & Recreation
C) Boat salvage, must notify Collier County
Department as soon as possible.
10/23/2bbb
Co
rcial oP erators are prohibited from making repairs to boats at
ram g. r
the �F,
except to expedite the removal of the boat and nailer frOm
the ramp area.
Marine Contractor, and .
Definitions of a Boat and Charte Dealer,
� they pertain to regulations
Commercial Fisherman o
for boat ramp usage:
Boat and Service Dealer:
or corporation engag in in. the sale,
Any individual, company,
servitce, or rental of a boat or other revenues producing
demonstration, the use of a Collier County Parks &
activity with a boat/water craft
aft�' requiring
Recreation Department b ramp
Marine Contractor: es in the loading or
An individual, company, or corporation that engages
of any e that must be transferred by
unloading of construction maPte�nk s& Recre non Department boat ramp -
water from a Collier County
Commercial Fisherman/Charter Fisherman:
company, which engages in a revenue producin& Retreat on
Person orq use of a Collier Count Parks
any boat or watercraft requiring
Department boat ramp.
Randy Ward, President MIACC
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SERVICE & SUPPLYi
6323 Shirley Street, Naples, Florida 34109
(941) 597-4575
Fax (941) 597-1049
FRANK DONOHUE
RANDY WARD
VICE PRESIDENT
MARINE •
INDUSTRIES
ASSOCIATION OF
COLLIER COUNTY, INC-
P. 941BOX
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Marine Industries AssociationofCollier County
PO Box 98$
Naples, FL 34141
Tel: 261-4882
Fax: 261-5882
proposed Boat Ramp Regulations:
1. All commercial operators will have on file with the Collier County
parks and Recreation Department: dollars ��
(,
+ Certificate of insurance for onmillion e
Copy of the Collier County Business license
2. Collier County Parks & Recreation Departmentone ill provide
year for each
numbered and dated window de�gW°ou�d°use at the launch ramps.
conu*nercial vehicle that the business
3. The MIACC members will help Collier County Parks & Recreation
Department monitor the compliance oef decals.�ercial swill provide
vehicles/businesses with regards to the
information regarding non -compliant businesses/vehicles when
possible. Collier County Parks & Recreation Department will also
provide telephone/fax numbers to facilitate notification by MIACC
members regarding noncompliance.
4. It will be the responsibility of Collier County Parks & Recreation
Department to contend with non -compliant commercial
vehicles/businesses. If the aforementioned cannot provide aCo lien
County Business License and/or a certificate of insurance
usage
will be prohibited.
5. Commercial contractors loading or unloading for a o of time should
als with the
otential of creatin lfrom request permission the Coll e County Parks &Recreation
Department. The Collier County Parks & Recreation Department will
monitor the situation to expedite the use of ramp.
6. Collier County Parks & Recreation Department to provide signage
stating ramp regulations at all facilities.
7. Ramp blocking is prohibited i.e. demo rides.
Exceptions will include:
A) Emergencies such as Natural. Disasters
B) County Permitted work parks &Recreation
C) Boat salvage, trust notify Collier County
Department as soon as possible.
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commercial operators are prohibited from making repairs to boats at
8. CO the ramp, except to eelite the removal of the boat and trailer from
xp
the ramp area.
Marine Contractor, and
Definitions of a Boat and Service
arte Dealer, eman � they pertain to regulations
Commercial Fisherman o
for boat ramp usage:
Boat and Service Dealer: in in the sale,
Any individual, company, or corporation engag g ues producing
demonstration, service, or rental of a boat or o eeof a revCollCounty Parks &
en
activity with a boat/water craft requiring the use
Recreation Department boat ramp.
Marine Contractor: in the or
An individual, company, or corporation that engages ny type tmust e ltransferred by
unloading of construction materials of ecreation Department boat ramp.
be
water from a Collier County Parks &
Commercial Fisherman/Charter Fisherman:
Person or company, which engages in a revenue producing business with
Per use of a Collier Count Parks & Recreation
any boat or watercraft requiring
Department boat ramp.
Randy Ward, President N4 A.CC
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The Collier County
Community Character Plan
Greenspace Element
WORKING DRAFT
Collier County Greenspace Plan DRAFT
September 27, 2000
Prepared By:
Glatting Jackson Kercher Anglin Lopez Rinehart, Inc.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
' 1. INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................................... 4
2. COMMUNITY CHARACTER AND THE GREENSPACE MODEL ............................................ 6
3. ANALYSIS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS......................................................................... ....... 7
3.1 PARKS......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
' 3.2 NATURAL LANDS ........................................................................................................................................ 11
3.3 LINKAGES ............................. .14
3.4 SUMMARY OF EXISTING CONDITIONS.................................................................................................................16
4. IDENTIFICATION OF NEEDS AND PRIORITIES...................................................................17
4.1 COMPARISON TO STATE STANDARDS / NATIONAL STANDARDS...................................................................17
4.2 LEVEL OF SERVICE ANALYSIS - POPULATION.................................................................................................... 23
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' 4.3 LEVEL OF SERVICE ANALYSIS -SERVICE AREAS...................................................................................... 27
4.4 PUBLIC WORKSHOPS SUMMARY ........................... .....
4.5 NATURAL LANDS NEEDS AND PRIORITIES......................................................................................................... 28
4.6 THE COUNTY'S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN............................................................................................................. 35
4.7 SUMMARY OF NEEDS ASSESSMENT....................................................................................................................... 36
5. THE FUTURE GREENSPACE SVVM ....in-c
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5.1 VISION....................................Iffl6i......................................................................37
5.2 URBAN OPEN SPACES.............................................................................................................................................. 39
5.3 NEIGHBORHOOD/ SCHOOL PARKS ..............
40
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5.4 COMMUNITY/REGIONAL PARKS .............. .� .. .................... .. .
5.5 LINKAGES (SIDEWALKS, BIKEWAY, TRAILS AND TRANSIT)............................................................................
46
5.6 BEACH AND BAY ACCESS FACILITIES................................................................................................................... 48
5.7 NATURAL LANDS...................................................................................................................................................... 49
' 5.8 ESTIMATED ACQUISITION/CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT COSTS........................................................................... 50
5.9 ADMINISTRATION, OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE.................................................................................... 51
5.10 RECREATION IMPACT MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES......................................................................................... 52
' 6. APPENDICIES ............................................................................................::...::........:.................53
APPENDIX A- WORKSHOP SUMMARIES ......... • . 54
APPENDIXB: REFERENCES ................... ........................................................................................................................ 58
APPENDIX C: ADDITIONAL FUNDING SOURCES....................................................................................................... 59
APPENDIX D-. FLORIDA PROGRAMS LAND ACQUISITION CHART.......................................................................... 60
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1. Introduction
Collier County's abundant public land and water resources offer some of the greatest active and
resource -based recreation opportunities in Florida. The County has numerous initiatives that are
aimed at protecting, programming and promoting the County's recreation and natural resources.
However, like many counties in Florida, Collier County is growing at a rapid pace. With this
growth comes the need to provide new infrastructure and services, which brings many challenges.
The loss of greenspace to development activities can severely alter the function of the region's
natural resources as well as detract from recreation opportunities and the County's overall quality
Of life.
To establish a united vision that effectively coordinates these efforts, a strategic plan for the
County's parks, greenways, trails and natural areas is being developed. The greenspace plan
identifies existing conditions and public access and connection opportunities. The plan also
prioritizes recreation and natural resource needs for the entire public lands system. Using this
information, the plan establishes a vision for the greenspace system, which includes identification
of existing and future facilities. A land acquisition strategy, natural resource management
strategies, sustainable development guidelines, financing strategies and action plan will drive the
implementation of the countywide vision.
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The objective of the planning process i devel a ong-range, visionary, yet practical
greenspace vision that:
• Has broad -based public consensus
• Identifies greenspace needs in "new" areas
• Identifies opportunities for linkages and partnerships
Provides recreation opportunities for all residents
• Includes a comprehensive variety of facility types
• Protects targeted natural communities
• Creates opportunities for recreation and education programs
Accommodates changing demographics
• Respects individual neighborhood needs
�. • Develops an implementation strategy
• Establishes priorities for land acquisition and park development
During the planning process, five key issues were addressed in order to make the plan a
useful tool for the future greenspace system. These issues include:
• The long-range vision for Collier County's greenspace system, which includes
identification of proposed parks, greenways, trails and open spaces.
• The cost to implement and operate the vision.
• The top priorities and strategies for funding these priorities.
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• Natural resource management strategies
• Top priority projects that could be completed in the near future.
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2. Community Character and the Greenspace Model
' Our development of a vision and implementation strategy for the Collier County
Greenspace System begins with best practices of greenspace planning. The model
(Exhibit 1) shows that an ideal system is comprised of a variety of parks, natural lands,
urban open spaces and other greenspace "nodes", linked by a network of greenways,
trails, bikeways and other greenspace "connectors." The task of this study is to determine
' what variation of the model is appropriate to meet the specific needs and priorities in
Collier County, and to determine the most effective means of implementing the model.
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The Greenspace Model
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3. Analysis of Existing Conditions
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To test our model, we analyzed the following components of Collier County's existing
' Greenspace system:
1. Parks
' 2. Natural Lands
3. Linkages
3.1 PARKS
A total of 45 Community, Neighborhood, and Open Space Parks are managed by the County for a
total of 1,235 acres. Potential partnerships may be developed with private recreation providers
such as condominiums, hotels and churches to provide additional recreation opportunities
including pool, tennis, basketball and community center facilities. Furthermore, other facilities
throughout southwest Florida managed by the City of Naples, Marco Island, the State of Florida
and the national government are available to Collier County residents.
Exhibit 2 provides a detailed invi ommunity Parks,
Neighborhood Parks and urban open spaces, as well a regional and private recreation
facilities. The total acreage and typespmffctivities available within the
County's recreation system are includ
Larger, Community Parks, as well as well -maintained beach access points generally
characterize the County's existing park system For the most part, the County has not
been in "the business" of creating and maintaining Neighborhood Parks. Most existing
Neighborhood Parks are City parks, namely City of Naples or Marco Island (Exhibit 3).
This trend, however, is beginning to change through the Neighborhood Park Assistance
Program — a program where a neighborhood can request the creation of a Neighborhood
Park. Currently, this program creates one Neighborhood Park per year.
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The following are some additional general observations and issues regarding park
facilities:
1. Collier's Community Parks are generally in good condition and appear to be well -
attended;
2. Collier's newest Community Park, Eagle Lakes Park, is a state of the art, high
quality facility that can be used as a model for future park development;
3. Because of the growing demand for active facilities in the urban areas, the
Community Parks will be in danger of eventually losing multipurpose open space
in favor of sports fields;
4. Some prime beaches are limited to members only (such as Residents Beach in
Marco Island);
5. Many beach areas have limited parking, such as South Beach in Marco;
6. Boat ramp access is probably adequate — user surveys may be appropriate to
determine use and demand;
7. Walking access to the beach is difficult in some areas, and there are limited direct
routes from neighborhoods;
8. The parks system already takes advantage of partnerships with the school board —
such as the joint use / programs at East Naples Community Park.
9. Not every resident has easwarking
ood or Community Park
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Exhibit 2
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3.2 NATURAL LANDS
Collier County has an abundance of natural upland and wetland habitat types, agricultural
uses, and urban development. Since early settlers began colonizing the area in the middle
nineteen century, much of the upland habitats have been converted to agricultural uses.
Most of the remaining upland habitats have been converted or approved for urban
residential or mixed -use development. The majority of development has occurred in the
western side of the County associated with the US 41 and I-75 corridors. Approximately
70% of the County has been preserved in its natural state by the federal, state and private
entities. The majority of preserved or protected lands occur in the following areas (See
Exhibit 4):
1, Big Cypress National Preserve
2. Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge
3. Fakahatchee Strand State Preserve
4. Picayune Strand State Forest
5. Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
6. CREW Trust Lands
7. Rookery Bay National EstikiAe
tational
8. Ten Thousand Islands Aquatic serve a Wildlife Refuge
9. Everglades National Park U'sra t
10. Collier Seminole State Park
11. Several state, local and private preserves along the gulf coast and beaches
12. Collier County regulatory overlay zones over areas of environmental concern
[Natural Resource Protection Areas (NRPA)].
The parks and wildlife refuges were designated to protect listed species, such as the
Florida panther (Felis concolor coryi), Florida black bear (Ursus americanus floridanus),
and other species, which utilize this region for their migrations and home ranges. In
addition, several of the preserves have been established to protect marine fisheries and
the diverse freshwater and brackish estuarine habitat. Although these areas are already
under preservation, the imminent long-term conversion of natural and agricultural lands
to urban and rural development has the potential to have a negative impact on the listed
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species in southwest Florida.
A variety of upland and wetland habitats still remain throughout the County. The upland
habitats include:
• Coastal Dune and Strand
• Dry Prairies
• Pine Flatwoods
• Xeric Scrub
• Hardwood Hammocks
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• Tropical Hammocks
• Agricultural Lands
The wetland habitats include:
• Coastal Saltmarshes
• Freshwater Marshes and Wet Prairies
• Scrub Cypress
• Cypress Swamps
• Hardwood Swamps
• Mangrove Swamps
As a result of the diversity of the habitat types throughout the County and the low level of
urban development density in the east side of the County, many species classified as
threatened and endangered (T & E) and Species of Special Concern (SCC) occur
throughout the County. Some of the more notable species include the Florida panther,
Florida black bear, red -cockaded woodpecker (Picoides borealis), sandhill crane (Gnus
canadensis pratensis), Florida scrub jay (Aphelocoma coerulescens), gopher tortoise
(Gopherus polyphemus) and associated commensals and many other listed plant species.
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Exhibit 4
Natural Lands Inventory
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Collier County's system of streets and roadways are characterized by a connected
network of major roadways of wide right of way widths and a system of smaller,
neighborhood streets. The major or arterial roadway system generally lacks street trees
planted within the right of way. Sidewalks are continuous along most major roadways,
but are fragmented and incomplete within the residential neighborhoods.
The urbanized areas of the County lacks a system of dedicated bicycle paths or bike
lanes. Although there are some bike lanes and paths, the system, on the whole is
fragmented.
Currently, there is no public transit system available in Collier County. Private shuttles or
jitneys are operated within the Cities. However, there is currently discussion regarding
the implementation of a transit system.
Mapping of existing bike lanes /paths forthcoming
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3.4 POPULATION AND GROWTH CHARACTERISTICS
In 1980, the population of Collier County was only 85,000 — about the equivalent of a
medium-sized City. Since that time, the population has more than doubled. Overall, there
are several important trends in the growth of Collier County:
Overall growth of the population is steady. From 1980 to present day, Collier County has
grown to over 220,000 residents. By 2010, the anticipated population is estimated at over
283,000 residents, or an increase of 29%. (see Exhibit 5).
The Naples Metropolitan Area is the fastest growing area in the State. While the
population growth pattern is relatively steady, the actual percentage of growth is the
highest in the State of Florida, with the Naples Metropolitan Area population growing an
estimated 35% between the years 1990 and 1998. This dramatic growth rate emphasizes
the need for public services to keep pace with development.
The trend in Collier County's demographics is that the population is getting older.
Although population growth and land use is expeVVt1pulation
cted to remain constant, the County is
expecting a continuing change in of Collier County. The trends
in the median age of Collier Co
a e (see Exhibit 5).
Exhibit 5
Population and Median Age Trends
Population 1980 1990 Change 2000 Change 2010 Change
85,971 156,004 77% 220,366 41% 283,126 29%
Median Age 1990 2000 2010
41 45 49
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3.4 SUMMARY OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
By analyzing the population growth and demographic trends of the County, and the
inventory of existing facilities, the following conclusions can be made:
1. The ability of the County to keep up with the demand for additional parks lands
and facilities will continue to be tested by the fast pace of development;
2. Population growth is still increasing;
3. The population is getting older — public facilities must be flexible to
accommodate changing needs;
4. The existing Parks and Open Space System facilities are, generally speaking, at a
high level of quality;
5. The existing system does a good job of taking advantage of partnerships;
6. Existing pedestrian and bicycle links are fragmented and are not well connected
7. The existing system of natural lands protects a large number of lands in the
eastern section of the County. However, new development may begin to have
detrimental effects on the current population of listed species;
8. Public "Green" open space is in danger of disappearing due to the demands for
active sports fields and through the development of new neighborhoods and
communities. Wo I f-1 g
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4. Identification of Needs and Priorities
The next step in the Parks and Open Space System Master Plan process is to identify the
needs and priorities of the community. Needs assessment is not an exact science.
Therefore, a number of techniques were used to determine Countywide needs and
priorities, including the following:
l . Comparison to State / National Standards
2. Level of Service Analysis - Population
3. Public Workshop Results
4. Natural Lands Needs and Priorities (Identification of target plant communities and
wildlife population and associated habitat and natural areas significantly altered
from historic conditions)
5. Analysis of the Existing Comprehensive Plan
4.1 COMPARISON TO STATE STANDARDS / NATIONAL STANDARDS
In addition to collecting input fro 1ws
ation providers and interested
stakeholders, it is helpful to exam h '1 recreation facilities to identify
specific recreation needs. To further a ion facility needs in Collier County,
the existing inventory of the County'sZqeak-ft"
ilities were compared to recreation
and park guidelines provided in the State of Florida Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation
Plan, 1994 (SCORP). Population guidelines are estimates of the amount of outdoor
recreation resources and facilities that are required to support a given population.
Although every community has different recreation priorities, the guidelines do provide
one technique for evaluating a community's potential recreation needs. The guidelines
help assess community recreational needs by determining the minimum number of
resources and facilities required to serve the local population. The guidelines provide
low, medium and high standards so they may be adjusted for application to different
types of communities.
Exhibits 6-10 show the current recreation needs for the County based on current and
future population and the State's recreation guidelines. The range of standards was
applied depending on the facility type and the demographic character of the current
population. The median range guidelines were used for all facilities except tennis, for
which the high range guideline was applied due to the current demand for these facilities
on Collier County. The analysis for future population assumes that no additional
facilities are developed. The following is a summary of the analysis based on state
standards.
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By including the Naples (Exhibit 1) and Marco Island (Exhibit 8) park facilities
in the total count, some deficiencies are reduced, namely tennis courts (Exhibit
9);
Collier County is deficient in several facility types, specifically football/soccer
fields and basketball courts (Exhibit 10);
To further analyze the County's recreation needs for specific recreation facilities, user
surveys should be conducted. User surveys would provide data on patterns of use of
existing facilities, allowing for a true assessment of deficient facilities as well as
identifying possible management strategies to accommodate unmet recreation demand.
For example, tennis is a popular activity in the County that is in high demand during the
summer months. In Marco Island, for example, existing public and private facilities
reach capacity during the morning hours due to excessive heat in the afternoons.
Covering the courts may allow current use to be distributed throughout the day,
alleviating the need for the construction of more facilities.
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Exhibit 6
Population Guidelines for User-Orteniid Outdoor Recreation Activides
1997 Collier County Population
165,608
Tennis (court)
Baseballtsoftball (field)
Football/soccer (field)
HandbalUracquethali (court)
Basketball (00urt)
Shimming (pool)
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City of Naples
Population Guidelines for User -Oriented Outdoor Recreation Activities
1997 Naples Population
s (court)
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area
h' = aria. an median population guidelines (Seams: Level of Se Ace Guidelines - State of Rands Compehenaive Outdoor Recraaeon Plen, 1994)
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Population Guidelines for Us recreatlonActivlBes
2000 Marco Island Population (Oft -Peak)
Island
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based on high m "mmimum $erveifgddelinee
(Source: Lwd of Servme Guldefines - State of Florid$ Comprehenave OLdd—
3ased on melon population guldeGnes,
swept tennis and shugleboard which ere
set. Plan. 1904)
Include YMCA facilities (9 tennis
courts, i basketball court 1 baseball Court, 1 play area, 1 swimming pod)
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Exhibit B
population Guidelines for Usenorfented outdoor Recreation Activities
1997 Collier County Population
199,405
PopuMon Served
Needed Faculties
Collier
County
FlWarco
[stand Naples
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Deficiency"
Tennis (court)
Baseball/softball (field)
Football/soccer (field)
Handball/racquetball(court)
Basketball (court)
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Shuffleboard(court)
Volleyball (court)
Joggingthiking (trails)
Play area
:Z Bawd on median 0e7uleCon gWdel'mes
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of Flerlda
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Outdoor Recaetlon
Plan, 7 g94)
(Source: Level
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Exhibit 10
COLLIER COUNTY
Population Guidelines for User -Oriented Outdoor Recreation Activities
2010 Collier County Population'
minimum I Median 1 Maximum I
(court)
tlUsoflball (field)
'Vsoccer (field)
3111racquetball(court)
Dail (court)
ing (per)
board (court)
sail (court)
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Multipurpose field 500 3 750 10 000 -- 75 28 -75
Multipurpose court 3,000 3,500 4,000 94
81 71 '81
• = Based an msdi= popagoon pmjsdlom (Same: BMW of Emmmle and Buaeeee Research, 1999)
- mesa on meman omweti n qulde0nes (SW : Levwl of S"ce Oli"O"m o 994)
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' 4.2 LEVEL OF SERVICE ANALYSIS - POPULATION
Another methodology for evaluating needs is to review the Level of Service (LOS)
included in the County's Comprehensive Plan. It is important to note, however, that
' LOS is only a planning term used to establish a community's minimum requirement for
certain services, and often has no relation to actual community needs and priorities
' Collier County's LOS, based on total park acreage of 1.2882 acres of Community Park
land per 1,000 residents, is used for this analysis. Based on this guideline and the
existing park system of 1,235 acres, the County will have a "surplus" of 870 acres of
parkland by 2010 considering the projected population of 283,000 permanent residents.
This includes the 342 acres of Barefoot Beach, which tends to give a false reading of
actual facilities. Exhibit 11 summarizes the LOS analysis for the County's current parks
' system.
Exhibit 11
�..n:e. t,^"nfis I nvot of SPrmirp Analvsds for Park AcreaAe*
7
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2010
Population**
165,6 8
253,000
283,000
Park Acres (2000)*
1235
7
1235
Acres Needed
326
365
Surplus/Deficit
1022
909
870
Based on Collier County, Level of Service Standard for Developed Acreage = 1.28 acres/1,000 population
" Source: Population Data Provided by Bureau of Economic and Business Research
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4.3 LEVEL OF SERVICE ANALYSIS - SERVICE AREAS
Service areas are used to determine how far people have to work, bicycle or drive to get
to area parks and green spaces. The service areas of the various elements of the
recreation system were analyzed to identify potential service voids. The approximate
geographic areas served by Neighborhood Parks and Community Park facilities were
reviewed using the service area radii adopted by the National Parks and Recreation
Association (NRPA). According to the adopted guidelines, there should be a
Neighborhood Park and/or open space within a'/2 mile distance, considered easy walking
distance, of every resident (Exhibit 12). In addition, there should be a Community Park
within 3 miles, considered easy driving distance, of every resident (Exhibit 13).
The following is a summary of the existing conditions/service area analysis for each of
the elements of the system
1. Most urban areas of Collier County have access to Community Parks. However,
those areas in East Collier that are developing do not have sufficient access to
Community Parks, specifically in the Golden Gate Estates area.
2. Not every resident has acc Park within walking distance
(1/2 mile) of his or her ho e. O e les and on Marco Island are
sufficiently served. However, aarb
eighborhoods do not have access to
Neighborhood Parks.
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4.4 PUBLIC WORKSHOPS SUMMARY
In addition to other needs assessment techniques, the following workshops were held to
gather input from the community concerning the character of Collier County:
• Immokalee / Golden Gate Workshop
• Lely / Southeast Collier Workshop
• Lely High School Workshop
• Ready, Set, Draw Hands -On Workshop
• Greenspace Focus Group
• Collier County Parks and Recreation Department Interview
As a part of this process, specific questions were asked of the participants regarding the
existing Greenspace system, as well as potential needs. More detailed notes from the
workshops are included as Appendix A.
Questions:
1. What's special about livin
n fac"itiesan ado youcurrently use the most?
2. What parks, recreatio
3. What types of parks, recreation Dtaftprograms do you wish were available in
Collier County?
4. Do you have adequate:
• Mini parks / Urban Open Spaces?
• Small Neighborhood Parks?
• Large Community Parks?
• Sports complexes, aquatic centers and/or other special purpose facilities?
• Bikeways, sidewalks and trails?
• Beach and river access (including boat ramps)?
• Natural areas?
5. Of those listed above, which are most important to you?
' The highest priority needs from the workshops included the following:
• Safe bike and pedestrian paths and sidewalks to parks, greenspaces, commercial
areas, etc.
' • Neighborhood Parks in areas that are not currently served
• Additional Conservation Lands and preservation of greenspaces
• Additional multi -purpose open spaces in Community Parks
1 • Additional facilities in Community Parks
• Additional beach parking / access
• Urban Open Spaces that could accommodate concerts, art shows, etc.
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' . Additional special use facilities, such as skate parks
' In addition, interviews with Collier County parks staff indicated that trends in
programmed sports has been on the rise with an increase of over 200 teams in the last two
years. The greatest increase (avg. 30%) in team sports was softball and soccer.
4.5 NATURAL LANDS NEEDS AND PRIORITIES
A significant amount of natural resources data was acquired and compiled to determine
the need for the protection and/or acquisition of Natural Lands in Collier County. This
information was obtained from the Collier County Department of Natural Resources, the
US Fish and Wildlife Service, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission,
National and Florida Wildlife Federations, The Conservancy, the South Florida Water
Management District (SFWMD), The US Army Corps of Engineers, the Florida
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Department of Environmental Protection, the US Department of Agriculture (Natural
Resource Conservation Commission), US Geological Survey, and a variety of other
engineering and environmental consultants, and non -governmental organizations.
Site visits were conducted throughout the County`in order to generally characterize the
conditions of the habitat. Site vis he parks and preserves
afford area, Golden Gate
previously listed above, the ag a e i
Estates, Belle Meade, Everglades City, he beaches, Naples, Marco Island
and the State Road 41 corridor. An ae sane was conducted by a fixed wing
aircraft to obtain an overview of the development patterns, the character, and the
connectivity of wildlife habitat in the County. This aerial reconnaissance was immensely
valuable to obtain an overview perspective of the remaining habitat in the County,
particularly in Golden Gate Estates and agricultural regions.
We also used Geographic Information Systems (GIS) by overlaying data files from
federal, state and local agencies, private consultants, and non-profit environmental
groups. This information included:
• Soils
• Current and historic flowways
• Wetlands and floodplains
• Collier County Future Land Use Map
• Non -developed and non-agricultural habitat
• Approved development not yet constructed
• Listed species locations and their movements
• Biodiversity "hot spots"
• Proposed state and federal land acquisition projects
• Collier County, Regulatory overlay zones Natural Resource Protection Area
(NRPA's)
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To further develop the analysis, meetings were conducted with a variety of federal, state
and local agencies and non -governmental organizations. These meetings allowed the
' design team to collect and better understand site -specific information and gauge public
opinion on current environmental issues.
' The existing wetlands in the County, as identified by the SFWMD (Exhibit 14), were
overlain on the existing and proposed state and federal land acquisitions. The major
existing and historic flowways were then mapped through the County (Exhibit 15) in
order to understand regional drainage patterns prior the excavation of the miles of ditches
and canals. The known locations of listed species and existing data on wildlife
movements were added (Exhibit 16) in order to develop a strategy for maintaining
' existing wildlife corridors throughout the County. Finally, the existing Collier County
NRPA regulatory overlay zones (Exhibit 17) were added to depict areas which have
already been identified as needing additional protection. The naturals lands acquisition
and protection zones were identified as a result of this analysis. (Exhibit 18) The creation
of these zones creates the vision for protecting wildlife corridors throughout the County.
Most of these lands are in private ownership and cooperation with the landowners will
' need to occur to develop innovative strategies.
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Exhibit 14
Existing Wetlands
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Exhibit 15
Major and Historic Flowways (Conceptual)
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Panther Telemetry
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Exhibit 17
NRPA Zones (Proposed)
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Zones for Potential Protection
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4.6 THE COUNTY'S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
Collier county's Comprehensive Plan specifically outlines goals and objectives that
relate directly to the Greenspace System, including the following:
Parks
• Provide sufficient parks, recreation facilities and open space areas to meet residents/ visitor
needs (Goal 1)
• Encourage developers to provide recreation sites/ facilities consistent with park and
recreation guidelines (Policy 1.4.1)
• Acquire suitable lands for new park sites in areas where major population growth is
expected (Policy 1.1.4)
• Provide 1.282 acres of Community Park land/1,000 population (Policy 1.1.1)
• Provide 2.9412 acres of regional park land/I, 000 population (Policy 1.1.1)
Bicycle/Pedestrian ways
• All future capacity improvements will include provisions for both bicycles and
pedestrians (Policy 4.6)
• The subdivision regulations provide for bicycle and pedestrian facilities throughout a
development (Policy 7.3) '
The pathway plan provides fo tion of an integrated system by
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the year 2020 (Policy 4.3)
Natural Resource Areas If B
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Establish and implement a program to esignate or acquire open space areas and natural
reservations (Policy 1.1.6)Protect surface and estuarine water resources (Goal
2)Identify, protect, conserve and appropriately use native vegetative communities and
wildlife habitat (Goal 6)
• Create incentives to allow development to continue but at the same time would also
insure that some of the most ecologically sensitive habitat and vegetative
communities are retained (Policy 6.1.8).
• There shall be no unacceptable net loss of viable naturally functioning marine and
fresh water wetlands, excluding transitional zone wetlands (Objective 6.2)All
wetlands are designated as environmentally sensitive areas (Policy 6.2.2)
• Support the efforts of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Panther Recovery Plan by
designating significant portion of the known habitat for the County's Florida Panther
as "Areas of Environmental Concern" on the County Future Land Use Map (Policy
7.3.9)
The County,s Comprehensive Plan provides the framework for the future Greenspace
System. Of particular note, the provision for future parks in developing areas,
as well
as the
the establishment of a natural lands program are of primary importance
Y on
importance of land acquisition to meet the demands of a rapidly developing County.
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4.7 SUMMARY OF NEEDS ASSESSMENT
Based on the results of the needs assessment techniques, the following conclusions can be
made:
1. New development, both commercial and residential, are generally not providing
provisions for urban open spaces;
2. Additional Neighborhood Parks are needed to serve deficient areas. At least 16
additional Neighborhood Parks are needed (not including the potential for
14 additional parks in the Golden Gate Estates area). Based on a 5
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approximately
acre average, approximately 80 acres of parkland is needed;
There is a need for additional active recreation facilities such as basketball courts
3.
and soccer/football fields. These deficiencies may be met through expansion and
with the school
modification of existing park facilities, continued partnership
board for the use of existing and future facilities, and the addition of new park
facilities;
4. There is a need to complete the sidewalk network countywide;
safe bicycle facilities (bike lanes, bike paths);
5. There is a need for additional
6. Improved public access sh sting conservation lands;
nd to ensure the continued
7. There is a need for additio
viability of the natural ecosyste rese Collier County as well as
maintaining the character of C
8. Additional special use facilities are needed (i.e. skatepark);
9. Public access to the beach and waterway system needs to be enhanced.
Insert Needs Matrix Exhibit 19
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5. The Future Greenspace System
5.1 VISION
Collier County's high quality of life has continued to draw new residents and visitors to
the area at an incredible and unprecedented rate. To ensure that a high quality of life
remains a priority for current and future generations, a long-range vision has been
developed based on the analysis and needs assessment.
The Vision for The Collier County Greenspace System is to develop a comprehensive
system of open spaces that:
• Provides meaningful, useable outdoor open spaces within a 5-minute walk of
every Collier County resident;
• Provides access and multi -modal linkages to and between all community green
spaces and natural areas;
• Provides large Community Parks and centers for active and passive recreation
within a 15 - 20 minute drive (or bike ride) of every resident;
• Protects and restore sign wetlands and flow ways;
Protects habitat and corridors usedMyyFon aatant
hers and other listed
(endangered, threatened, speci ncern) species.
Components of the Vision include:
• Urban Open Spaces
• Neighborhood Parks / School Parks
• Community / Regional Parks
• Sidewalks, Bikeways & Trails Network
• Natural Lands
' Following is a detailed description of each component of the future system:
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Exhibit 20
Greenspace Master Plan
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5.2 URBAN OPEN SPACES
Small urban parks or plazas will be developed within town centers to provide both
physical and visual relief from the surrounding buildings and pavement, as well as to
provide a setting for both planned and spontaneous community activities.
Urban open spaces are small "pockets" of public space in the urbanized areas of Collier
County. These spaces have safe pedestrian access, are generally one-half acre or less in
size, and include urban plazas, gateways and small urban parks. Some of these small
parks may have park furnishings, such as park benches, picnic tables and play equipment.
These spaces help to preserve open space, and should be attractive to both pedestrians
and motorists.
t an
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Gambier Park in the City of Naples is an ideal
example
of a City. pact urrently, thererarelno
urban open space can have on the overallappearance
urban open spaces within the unincorporated County lands. As development continues to
intensify throughout the County, the need for urban open spaces — or "people spaces" —
will become more evident.
Recomme
ndations: Priority ProjecWIc" )
Quick Victories (0-2 years): ularr
' . Create and codify land use requirements and policies regarding the creation of
public space (plazas, etc.) within downtown or village commercial centers These
spaces should have a place of prominence within the Community, such as a plaza
' in front of a library or other public building.
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5.3 NEIGHBORHOOD/SCHOOL PARKS
Every Collier County resident living in an urbanized area (generally west of Golden Gate
Estates) will have access to a Neighborhood Park within'/4 to'/2 mile from their home.
The ideal Neighborhood Park will vary in size; and may be associated with or part of an
es Park, existing
Elementary or Middle School• In older demolghboroods such as lishedto provide land for a Neighborhood -
Park.
ghborhood
homes will need to be purchased and
Park.
The Neighborhood Park is the place where neighbors and their families go to meet.
Neighborhood Parks are designated areas that are "walk -to" facilities where residents
may walk or bicycle to the park within a given neighborhood.
Collier's existing Neighborhood Parks are mainly passive spaces and range in size from a
minimum of .3 acres to the 6-acre Palm Springs Park. These are areas for diverse
recreational activities, which �ma�s area,e a mix of, chic areabut are not limited to, field landscaping and gardens. games,
court games, playground app P
Existing Neighborhood Parks
Workinew
1.
Aaron Lutz
2.
Coconut Circle
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Copeland Park
4.
Dreamland
5.
East Naples Tot Lot
6.
Golden Gate Neighborhood Park
' 7.
Immokalee Airport Park
8.
oil Well Park
9.
Palm Springs
10. Ponciana Village
11.
South Immokalee Park
Also included in the inventory of Neighborhood Facilities are several schools:
1. Big Cypress Elementary School
' 2. Naples Park Elementary School
3. Vineyards Elementary School
' Proposed or potential Neighborhood Parks
en proposed within existing neighborhoods not
Potential Neighborhood Park sites have be
currently served. They include approximately 16 new parks in the developed areas of the
County (Marco, Naples, Immokalee) as well as the potential for another 14 in the Golden
Gate Estates area. The expansion of the Neighborhood Parks System through the use
partnerships, as well as the purchase of suitable sites and development of the parks
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facilities insures that as neighborhoods reach build -out, residents will continue to have
access to park space.
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Recommendations: Priority Projects/Actions (Preliminary)
Neighborhood Parks can be developed through partnerships, purchase or dedication. Many
communities are successfully partnering with elementary schools and churches, for example, to
plan or upgrade their recreation facilities and make them accessible to the public. Generally the
school or church provides the land; the County upgrades or constructs the facilities; the two
agencies negotiate maintenance responsibilities; and public hours of operation are discussed and
posted.
Techniques for purchasing land for Neighborhood Parks include using general funds, grants,
and/or special taxing districts. Although it is desirable to acquire approximately five (5) acres or
more for a Neighborhood Park, in developed urban areas it's more realistic to acquire a one (1)
acre site comprised of three or four building lots. This can be accomplished over time, as vacant
lots or homes come on the market in a targeted area, or as owners express a willingness to sell to
the County.
In new, undeveloped areas, emphasis should be placed on the development of Neighborhood
Parks concurrent with new development. Land Development Regulations, Mandatory Dedication
of park lands, and Impact Fees are three (3) typical techniques for ensuring that adequate
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Neighborhood Parks are provided as unAtinues to ow.
inUs
In addition to the County's current Neighborhood Parks %571stance Program, the County should
also work proactively to develop Neighbo 0 or the areas targeted nized associations, and new on the Greenspace
Master Plan. Many of these neighborhoo
Neighborhood Parks should be seen as a critical component of the County's
redevelopment/infrastructure initiatives. Oftentimes the County can generate multiple benefits
through the development of a Neighborhood Park, such as the removal of derelict housing;
additional areas for stormwater treatment; improvement of neighborhood appearance; imp
resident safety and security; creation/enhancement of neighborhood identity and spirit;
opportunities for new social/recreation programs; and others. Therefore additional funding
mechanisms may be available to the County as well. The County's Parks and Recreation
Department, Planning Department, Public Works Department and School Board Planners should
meet to review the proposed Neighborhood Park locations shown on the Greenspace Master Plan,
and develop coordinated strategies to acquire land in the designated areas over the next several
years.
The following is a list of priority actions for the development /improvement of the
Neighborhood Parks System:
Quick Victories (0-2 years):
1. Meet with representatives of the County,s Parks, Public Works and Planning
Departments, along with School Board representatives, to coordinate a strategy
for Neighborhood Park implementation;
2. Contact local schools, churches and other public/institutional land
owners/recreation providers to determine opportunities for joint development of
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Neighborhood Parks on existing lands in underserved areas (i.e. "opening" the
playground for use during after -school hours)
3. Begin to acquire land for new Neighborhood Parks;
4. Determine available funding for Neighborhood Park improvements; establish a
long range Capital Improvements Program
' 5. Survey residents to determine high priority areas for the creation of new
Neighborhood Parks, as well as the renovation of existing parks to meet current
needs
Short Term Actions (2-7 years):
6. Improve existing Neighborhood Parks according to the specific needs of
surrounding residents
7. Phase and construct improvements at the 16 proposed Neighborhood Park sites
based on the needs and desires of the surrounding neighborhoods;
Long Term Actions (8-20 years):
8. Acquire and assemble additional land for Neighborhood Parks as redevelopment
occurs
9. Target and acquire lands in the Golden Gate Estates area for the development of
Neighborhood Park facilit r
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1) Middle Schools and High Schools program their facilities so heavily, and 2) security is much
more difficult.
The County's Parks and Recreation Department, Planning Department, Public Works
Department and School Board Planners should also review the proposed Community
Park locations shown on the Greenspace Master Plan in order to develop coordinated
acquisition and development strategies.
Quick Victories (0-2 years):
1. Target those lands for acquisition of Community Park sites
2. Survey current users of Community Park facilities and programs to assess current
and future facility needs
3. Continue / complete current planning and design efforts for additional facilities
iShort Term Actions (2-7 years):
4. Acquire and assemble additional land contiguous to the existing Community
Parks
5. Acquire lands for new Community Parks
Long Term Actions (8-20 years): n,{/ to the changing needs of the
6. Monitor the use of faciliti ao t�i in
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5.5 LINKAGES (SIDEWALKS, BIKEWAY, TRAILS AND TRANSIT)
An interconnected system of concrete sidewalks, on -street bike lanes, and both paved
(asphalt) and unpaved (mulch, shell, grass, lime rock, etc) trails will be developed for
both recreation and transportation. Residents may use the system to commute from their
home to work or school, or drive to strategically located trailheads for recreational bike
riding, walking or skating. Once completed, the system will also allow residents to walk,
skate or bicycle between the County's parks and natural lands. In some areas of the
County, it may not be feasible to provide connections between segments of sidewalks,
bikeways or trails. A good County transit program can bridge the gap, especially if
transit vehicles are equipped with bicycle racks.
The Countywide interconnected system of pedestrian -friendly facilities includes shaded
sidewalks in our neighborhoods, safe facilities for bicycle use and improved safety at
pedestrian crosswalks. The system of sidewalks and bikeways connects neighborhoods to
town centers, parks, public buildings and natural areas. The benefits of an interconnecting
alternative transportation system include:
Improved safety for pedestrians and cyclists
Less reliance on the auto*,jl?t ed travel
• Improved air quality
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Improved quality of life for rescraft
Shaded sidewalks are primarily needed within neighborhoods along residential streets.
Consistent with the proposed improvements in the County's Pathway Plan, multi -purpose
sidewalks will be constructed along major roadways. These walks can accommodate
cyclists, walkers and joggers, and rollerbladers. The design of these paths should also
include "trailheads" consisting of a bike rack, water fountain and possibly a pavilion.
Opportunities exist in the urbanized areas for the creation of an urban "greenways"
network along existing major canal banks and existing major power easements. These
greenway corridors could be developed with a wide, multipurpose path as well as
landscaping and other amenities, th deas veloped areasrinking tcaeated unique opportunities to, air stations, etc. The
of these multipurpose pa
connect to local businesses, schools and neighborhoods, as well as create a meaningful
outdoor recreation experience.
A multipurpose looped path canbe created within the Golden Gate Estates area. This
path, which will allow for safe pedestrian, bicycle and jogging within the Golden Gate
Estates area, can be routed along the major canal system. These paths would be a major
recreation amenity as well as allowing for the safe movement of residents throughout the
developing estates area.
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Recommendations: Priority Projects/Actions (Preliminary)
To meet the current and future needs of the residents of Collier County, the network of
pedestrian -friendly facilities should be completed. The following is a list of priority
actions for the development /improvement of the Bikeways, Trails and Sidewalks
System:
Quick Victories (0-2 years):
1. Create and codify policies requiring the development of sidewalks, bikeways and
street trees in conjunction with roadway improvements.
2. Continue to implement the County's Pathway Plan
3. Develop the landscape treatments, multi -purpose sidewalks — and possibly bicycle
lanes — identified in the County's Pathway Plan;
4. Continue construction of sidewalk improvements Countywide
5. Designate the north -south Power Easement through eastern Naples as a
"greenway"
6. Designate the major non the CIP foh -south rimprovementsnal through �o the power easement and ern Naples as a ";
7. Allocate funding within
canal greenways;
8. Allocate enwayg within thWI5 f the Golden Gate Estates
fun*hv
Greenways Loop;
9. Encourage the planting of steee neighborhoods through
neighborhood/ partnership agr t fting the efforts of the City of Naples'
Tree Planting Program
Short Term Actions (2-7 years):
10. Determine and secure funding; identify/ apply for State, Federal funds — FRDAP,
TEA21, Stormwater, etc for continued improvements in the pedestrian network as
well as the proposed greenways;
11. implement
' Long Term Actions (8-20 years):
12. Continue to partner with local businesses, neighborhoods and service
organizations to complete a continuous canopy of shade trees throughout the
County;
13. Coordinate all long-term roadway improvements on State Roads with FDOT to
ensure compliance with the County's vision.
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5.6 BEACH AND BAY ACCESS FACILITIES
Collier County's sparkling beaches and waterfront homes are one of the main attractions
for residents and visitors. Access to the Gulf of Mexico, the Ten Thousand Islands and
surrounding estuarine waters provide numerous recreation opportunities. Fishing, diving
and cruising are extremely popular recreation activities for residents and visitors. It is
critical that access to the water be preserved as the County continues to develop.
Existing Facilities:
1.
Barefoot Beach County Park
2.
Barefoot Beach Beach Access
3.
Clam Pass County Park
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4.
North Gulf Shore Boulevard beach
5.
Tigertail Beach County Park
6.
South Marco Beach
7.
Vanderbilt Beach County Park
8. Bayview Park
9. Caxambas Bay Working
River Park
10.
Cocohatchee
11.
Lake Trafford Park ��
Ramp
12.
State Road 951 Boat
There are additional public and private marinas within Collier County that also offer a
variety of amenities and services to visitors and residents.
Recommendations: Priority Projects/Actions (Preliminary)
Quick Victories (0-2 years):
1. Identify alternatives to relieve parking congestion at the beaches
2. Survey boat ramp and beach users to determine specific needs; willingness to pay
user fees; and other information needed to make informed decisions
3. Identify other opportunities to provide additional beach/bay access within easy
walking/bicycling distance of residents
Short Term Actions (2-7 years):
1. Upgrade beach access parks by providing higher quality/ additional facilities and
amenities, as well as additional parking
Long Term Actions (8-20 years):
1. Acquire and negotiate easements or out -parcels of land for public water access as
properties redevelop.
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' 5.7 NATuwaL Larms
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The system of Natural Lands is designed to protect Collier County's cr edible n a al Plan
' resources while also providing opportunities for recreation and tourism.
targets those lands for acquisition or protection based on the fallowing specific
objectives:
Protect wetlands and upland buffers
Preserve and enhance biological diversity
• Protect the habitat and corridors for the Florida Panther and other listed species
. Protect rare or unique habitat
Protect the quality of surface water
Protect watersheds
• Protect scenic views
• Provide opportunities for passive recreation and tourism
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5.8 ESTIMATED ACQUISMON/CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT COSTS
' estimate for the priority actions will be included in Exhibit 21, to be determined.
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5.9 ADNIINISTRATION, OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE
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O erating and maintaining an extensive, modern, programmed park system requires
p arks and open space stem that is of
financial and staff resources. Likewise, a p P
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extensive
the highest quality, employs the use of environmentally friendly policies and practices in
and
all actions and programs requires constant attention, planning, administration
'
maintenance.
the
In addition to staffing and facility maintenance of the system's infrastructure,
to protect the integrity of the natural
'
County's natural areas require active management
Natural areas are faced with the dual mandate of providing high quality
resources.
and education experiences with protection of natural resources and processes.
recreation
Recommendations: Priority Projects/Actions (Preliminary)
1. Budget for adequate operations and maintenance;
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2. Establish and adopt best management practices;
be to be clean, safe, well -lighted,
3. All parks and facilities must maintained
attractive, comfortable an
4. The design of all parks an i 'ze Collier County's climate for
optimum and comfortable use-
Consider annual tours of compDralstnd facilities maintained by other
'
5.
cities and counties to observe different levels of maintenance, to discuss
maintenance issues, and to establish models for an acceptable level of
'
maintenance;
6. Continue / further develop the use of maintenance alternatives, including:
• The coordination of local volunteer/service groups for specific facility
'
maintenance
teams, clubs)
Use of part-time labor during peak seasons•
Partnerships / concessions agreements (tennis pros, swimming
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for specific maintenance responsibilities
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1 APPENDIX A: WORKSHOP SUMMARIES
Greenspace Workshop
Wednesday, April 12, 2000
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
' Naples Beach Hotel
Neighborhood Parrs:
Neighborhood Parks need to be provided by linear parks, parkways, etc -
Neighborhood Parks should have some facilities for families
Older neighborhoods have expressed need for Neighborhood Parks — County has
heard an increase in interest over time (currently limited to developing one new
Neighborhood Park per year)
Windermere community working to provide a Neighborhood Park
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• Good habitat should be incorporated with parks in developed areas (Le. use of
native plants) - don't use sensitive lands
• Need to plan ahead for fac.li ' e
Neighborhood Park can b
Development Obligations:
• Impact fees are separated for parks — developer will always choose impact fees
over land set -asides
• Current impact fees help pay land acquisition and development for parks ($5
million/year)
• A lot of land set asides are wetlands
• impact fees for large community facilities and land set -asides for Neighborhood
park in communities — should not be able to use wetlands or other sensitive lands
• Need lands identified in a Master Plan — use conservation easements to protect
identified areas
Use some lands for flood control and recreation — dual purpose
• Golden Gate Estates and South Naples are deficient areas — in already developing
or developed areas need to retrofit
• Most Planned Unit Developments have at least a playground/tot lot
• Density of development can be maintained by clustering — keeps sensitive lands
and recreation lands undeveloped
• Buildout is expected by 2020 with 400,000-500,000+ people (some say estimate
is low — could be over 800,000 if Golden Gate Estates if fully built out)
• Areas that are "saved" through clustering may need special consideration if
sensitive — should not be used as golf courses
• Design of facilities is just as important as the number and location of facilities
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Need for Future Community Parks:
• Developing 208 acres as a regional park
• Soccer and little league fields are the biggest needs - upgrading schools to meet
these needs — strong relationship between the County and School Board
• Orangetree — school facility and new Community Park
Acknowledge need in Estates area
' • Lands associated with Manatee Elementary that could be used as a Community
Park
• Increase in demand for youth programs
Veterans Park is being used heavily
Older population is still active and needs facilities — may use more frequently
' • Need to develop local standards
• Deficit in linear pathways
• Community must support acquisition now!
' Bicycle/Pedestrian Issues:
People are not using bicycWcorskilwy are dangerous
' .
Need crossways and buffers M old
Y
Developer obligations for buffqWtWped facilities in buffers
r• Gordon River Greenway is being developed in the urban area by South Florida
Water Management District — bike path associated with the Greenway
Visual access is critical
Aesthetics of parks is critical
Natural Lands:
« Previous efforts were unclear, so not very successful
• More natural areas in developed areas — need an inventory of the urban natural
' sites — check with Collier County
• Preserve tracts of uplands in developed areas (Le. forested area adjacent to the
' library)
• Add to criteria — provide accessible natural areas in urban areas —recreation
function and environmental signage
' • Comprehensive plan already identified Natural Resource Protection Areas (Dr.
Gore study)
• Manage by watershed with both management tools and regulations
' . Part of County is designated as an Area of Critical State Concern —there are a lot
of sensitive resources in the County
• County has not purchased any natural areas — no targets
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. Appropriate access to natural areas is acceptable
Sanctuary, run by Audubon, is very successful
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• Corkscrew Swamp
• CREW trail is heavily used — has minimal facilities
• Need more access to public lands
Monitoring for public access impacts is important
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• Some lands should be preserved for wildlife only
• Strengthen current regulations for wetlands
• Agriculture preserve in east portion of the County —should not intensify use over
time — should restore as agriculture ends
for uplands and wetlands _
Preserve uplands and consider restoration
Isolation of wetlands is important — look at hydric soils
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• Linear corridors are also firebreaks
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• Costs of maintaining the system is a big consideration
• Access should be provided to Belle Meade — showcase the "Real Florida"
• Transfer tax good way for open space $
Land Development Code for protecting/providing views
• Amendments to
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. Clear exotics off roadways
• No overall coordination — Key Element!
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• Water Management Distri
purpose
Everglades restoration effort VXIVI
have be4ancies/growth management and
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Need to a connection
environmental interests.
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' Lely High School Breakout Group
April --,, 2000
' Needs:
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. Teen Meeting Areas
*Buses / transportation to existing places
. Ice rink in Naples area
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*Teen Clubs
Places at parks for scooters
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. More/complete sidewalks
In -line skating rink
Place to listen to concerts
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. *More sports fields / competitive fields
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APPENDIX B: REFERENCES
Abbott, Gail C. and Ananta K. Nath. 1996. South Florida Water Management District, Big
Cypress Basin. Hydrologic Restoration of Southern Golden Gate Estates Conceptual Plan.
205pp
Tears Clarence S. 2000. South Florida Water Management District, Big Cypress Basin. Five
' Year Plan—2000-2004. 91 pp
Cox, James, et al. 1994. Closing the Gaps in Florida's Wildlife habitat Conservation
System. Office of Environmental Services. Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish
' Commission. 239pp
Logan, Todd, et al. 1993. Florida Panther Habitat Preservation Plan South Florida
Population. Prepared for the Interagency Committee. U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
44pp.
Krakowski, Jim. Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge, Draft Comprehensive
Conservation Plan. 1998. U. S. *s d Wei 1 Service.
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Collier County Growth Management Pb
Capit 1 Improvement Element, Eighth Annual
Update and Amendment. 1998. Co m nning Section.
' Collier County Rural Assessment Notebook, Board of Count Commissioners (BCC)
Packet for March 19, 1999 Workshop on Density Reduction, Clustering, Natural
' Resource & Agricultural preservation Policies, and the Proposed Remedial Amendments
in Response to DCA Findings of Noncompliance Assessment Area Oversight Committee
(`Berry Committee"), and Final Order/comprehensive Plan noncompliance. 1999.
' U. S. Department of the Interior National Park Service. Economic Impacts of Protecting
Rivers, Trails, and Greenway Corridors, A Resource Book. 1995. Rivers, Trails and
' Conservation Assistance, National Park Service.
Lerner, Steve, and William Poole. The Economic Benefits of Parks and Open Space.
1999. The Trust for Public Lands.
Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Thinking Green, A guide to the
' Benefits and Costs of Greenways and Trails. 1998. Office of Greenways and Trails.
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COLLIER COUNTY GOVERNMENT
DIVISION OF PUBLIC SERVICES
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
December 3, 1999
Mr. Thomas A. Donegan
6967 Mill Pond circle
Naples, FL 34109
Re: Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Dear Tom:
3300 SANTA BARBARA BOULEVARD
NAPLES, FLORIDA 34116
(941) 353-0404
FAX (941) 353-1002
A CERTIFIED BLUE CHIP COMMUNITY
The office has received your application for the vacant position on the Parks and
Recreation Advisory Board which meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month.
Due to the holidays, interviews have been scheduled for the January 26 h meeting, 2:00
pm at the Vineyards Community Park, 6231 Arbor Boulevard, Naples. We look forward
to seeing you then. I will remind you of the meeting again by phone the middle of
January and to confirm your attendance.
Have a nice holiday!
Sincerely,
Barbara L. Johnson
Clerical Supervisor
COLLIER COUNTY GOVERNMENT
DIVISION OF PUBLIC SERVICES
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
December 3, 1999
Mr. James E. Morris
549 N 104'h Avenue
Naples, Florida 34108
Re: Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Dear Mr. Morris:
3300 SANTA BARBARA BOULEVARD
NAPLES, FLORIDA 34116
(941) 353-0404
FAX (941) 353-1002
A CERIVIED BLUE CHIP COMMUNITY
The office has received your application for the vacant position on the Parks and
Recreation Advisory Board which meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month.
Due to the holidays, interviews have been scheduled for the January 261" meeting, 2:00
pm at the Vineyards Community Park, 6231 Arbor Boulevard, Naples. We look forward
to seeing you then. I will remind you of the meeting again by phone the middle of
January and to confirm your attendance.
Have a nice holiday!
Sincerely,
Barbara L. Johnson
Clerical Supervisor
COLLIER COUNTY GOVERNMENT
DMSION OF PUBLIC SERVICES
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
December 3, 1999
Mr. Samuel E. Welborn
815 Nursery Lane
Naples, Florida 34119
Re: Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Dear Mr. Welborn:
3300 SANTA BARBARA BOULEVARD
NAPLES, FLORIDA 34116
(941) 353-0404
FAX (941) 353-1002
A CERTIFIED BLUE CHIP COMMUNITY
The office has received your application for the vacant position on the Parks and
Recreation Advisory Board which meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month.
Due to the holidays, interviews have been scheduled for the January 26th meeting, 2:00
pm at the Vineyards Community Park, 6231 Arbor Boulevard, Naples. We look forward
to seeing you then. I will remind you of the meeting again by phone the middle of
January and to confirm your attendance.
Have a nice holiday!
Sincerely,
Barbara L. Johnson
Clerical Supervisor
COLLIER COUNTY GOVERNMENT
DIVISION OF PUBLIC SERVICES
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
December 3, 1999
Dr. Daniel F. Jackson
3323 Guilford Court
Naples, Florida 34112
Re: Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Dear Dr. Jackson:
3300 SANTA BARBARA BOULEVARD
NAPLES, FLORIDA 34116
(941) 353-0404
FAX (941) 353-1002
A CERTIFIED SLUE CHIP COMMUNITY
The office has received your application for the vacant position on the Parks and
Recreation Advisory Board which meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month.
Due to the holidays, interviews have been scheduled for the January 261h meeting, 2:00
pm at the Vineyards Community Park, 6231 Arbor Boulevard, Naples. We look forward
to seeing you then. I will remind you of the meeting again by phone the middle of
January and to confirm your attendance.
Have a nice holiday!
Sincerely,
Barbara L. Johnson
Clerical Supervisor
3301 East Tamiami Trail • Naples, Florida 34112-4977
John C. Norris (941) 774-8097 • Fax (941) 774-3602
District 1
James D. Carter, Ph.D. District 2 October 4, 1999
Timothy J. Constantine
District 3
Pamela S. Mac'Kie
District 4
Barbara B. Berry
District 5
Mr. Gil C. Mueller
541 Blackmore Court
Marco Island, FL 34145
RE: Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Dear Mr. Mueller:
Your term on the above -referenced advisory committee expires on 12/31/99. In accordance with
the Advisory Board policy, the enclosed press release has been sent to the appropriate news
media.
We appreciate the time and effort you have put into the activities of this advisory committee and
would like to advise you that you are eligible for reappointment. If you wish to be considered for
another term, please submit an undated resume and a letter indicating your interest in
continuing to serve on the committee to this office before the October 29, 1999, deadline.
If you have any questions regarding this procedure, please do not hesitate to contact me at
774-8097.
Sincerely,
Sue Filson, Administrative Assistant
Board of County Commissioners
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Enclosure
cc: Marla Ramsey, Parks and Recreation Director
MEMORANDU
DATE: November 1, 1999
TO: Marla Ramsey, Parks and RecreatiPDirorFROM: Sue Filson, Administrative Assist'
Board of County Commissioners
RE: Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
As you know, we currently have vacancies on the above -referenced advisory committee. A press
release was issued requesting citizens interested in serving on this committee to submit a resume for
consideration. I have attached the resumes received for your review as follows:
Thomas A. Donegan
6967 Mill Pond Circle
Naples, FL 34109
Samuel E. Welborn
815 Nursery Lane
Naples, FL 34119
James E. Morris
549 N. 104" Avenue
Naples, FL 34108
Daniel F. Jackson
3323 Guilford Court
Naples, FL 34112
Please let me know, in writing, the recommendation for appointment of the advisory committee
within the 41 day time -frame, and I will prepare an executive summary for the Board's
consideration. Please categorize the applicants in areas of expertise. If you have any questions,
please call me at 774-8097.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
RECEIVED
SF
Attachments
THOMAS A. DONEGAN, P.E.
6967 MILL POND CIRCLE
NAPLES, FLORIDA 34109
1-941-594-5648
tdonegan@peganet.com
October 28, 1999
Sue Filson, Administrative Assistant
Board of Collier County Commissioners
3301 U.S. 41E.
Naples, FL 34112
Re: Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Dear Ms. Filson,
RECEIVE[)
OCT 2 9 1999
kard of count,; ';L'Mnissioners,
This is my application for a position as member of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
I understand that the Board has one term expiring on December 31, 1999, representing the urban area.
Since my retirement from Collier County in March 1998, I have continued as a Professional Engineer in
private practice with my firm T. A. Donegan & Associates. I continue my association with the local and
state professional engineering community.
While with Collier County, I was assigned as Project Manager to several projects for the Parks Department,
including: Barefoot Beach Restoration and Bath house building; Cocohatchee Park and boat ramp; Golden
Gate Community Center; Vanderbilt Beach Bath house; Aaron Lutz Park improvements; Bayview Park
improvements, Marco Tennis Facility improvements; and the Caxambas Park Dockmaster Facility.
Attached is a resume of my additional activities and qualifications.
I am confident that my background in Park facilities and association with the Local Communities and the
Collier County Government personnel will add to my qualifications for an appointment as a member of the
Parks and Recreation Board.
If additional information is needed, please give me a call at 594-5648.
Sincerely,
YThma�_s A. Donegan, P.E.~�
Attachments:
Resume
List of projects
Projects by Tom Donegan
For
Collier County Government
Marco Island Branch Library Expansion
1998
$ 1,500,000
Medical Examiner Facility
1998
2,300,000
Golden Gate Community Center
1995
1,500,000
Golden Gate Estates Branch Library
1996
1.500,000
Gulf Coast Little League Community Park
1996
100,000
Caxambas Park Dockmaster Facility
1996
190,000
Bayview Park Ph and Ph2
1995
170,000
Aaron Lutz Park
1995
100,000
Court Room Improvement
1994
M.000
Vanderbilt Beach Bathhouse
1994
173,000
Cocohatchee Boat Ramp Park
1993
1,050,000
Barefoot Beach Bathhouse and Beach Restoration
1992
410,000
Water/Sewer Improvements at Govt. Center
1992
500,000
Agriculture Center Design
1991
150,000
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RESUME OF
THOMAS A. DONEGAN, P.E.
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER
6967 MILL POND CIRCLE
NAPLES, FLORIDA 34109
(941) 594-5648
Experience:
Thomas A. Donegan & Associates, 1998 start up
Owner/Manager providing professional engineering and project management
services. Several projects now in initial design and construction.
Collier County Government, Florida, 1985 to 1998:
As Professional Engineer and Project Manager assigned to many Collier County
projects involving design, construction management and technical evaluation.
Recent completed projects included the Golden Gate Estates Library, the Marco
Island Library, and the Medical Examiner Facility.
As Engineering Projects Manager assigned to coordinate projects that were included
in the Capital Improvement Element of the Growth Management Plan for Collier
County. Activities included project planning, consultant selection, scheduling and
coordination of design, and construction on assigned projects.
As Projects Coordinator for Facilities Management Depamnent, assigned to design of
the Health and Public Services Building, the Agriculture Center Project, and the
project management of the County Government Center Utilities Master Plan.
Completed an economic evaluation of the Central Chilled Water System, and a review
of space needs at the Government Complex through the year 2000.
As Projects Coordinator for the Solid Waste Department, completed and evaluation of
the Resource Recovery Program. Coordinated a Landfill Mining Project and report to
the Florida Governor's Energy Office. Developed the Growth Management Plan, solid
waste Sub -Element; provided design services for the lined landfill leachate collection
and treatment system; was member of evaluation committee that investigated
proposals for Resource Recovery in Collier County.
As Director of Engineering for the Utilities Division, was assigned to plan, design,
and direct water transmission and wastewater collection Systems for existing and new
developments for Collier County. Initially employed by Collier County as an Engineer
for the Utilities Division involved in design review and construction conformance of
developer's projects to meet Collier County standards.
Charles 0. Velzy, Associates, Inc.,1981 to 1985
Associate and Director of Business Development for this nationally known Civil and
environmental engineering firm.
Union Carbide Corporation, Tarrytown, NY, and other locations, 1942 to 1980:
Started as a development engineer for oxygen and acetylene. Assignments included
engineer in the Manhattan District project; District and Regional Manager in the Industrial
Gas business; and Manager of government products for the National Space Program.
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Education:
BS Chemical Engineering, 1942, Iowa State University. Continuing education in Solid
Waste Management, Wastewater Treatment, Computer Systems, Hydraulics, Project
Management, Design and Construction contracts and Real Estate practices.
Registration:
Professional Engineer: New York, 1948; Connecticut, 1975; Florida, 1976
Affiliations:
Florida Engineering Society, Calusa Chapter
Chapter Secretary and editor of Newsletter.
Chapter President and FES Fellow
National Society of Professional Engineers, Westchester Chapter
Chapter Secretary and Director
American Academy of Environmental Engineers
Tau Beta Pi - National Engineering Society
Naples PC Business Users Group, Board
Friends of the Library, Board
St. John the Evangelist Church, Greeter
References:
Thomas W. 011iff, Administrator of Public Services
Collier County Government
3301 Tamiami Trail East
Naples, F134112
1-941-774-8468
John Jones, Director of County Libraries
650 Central Ave.
Naples, FI 34102
1-941-774-8486
Skip Camp, Director of County Facilities Management
3301 Tamiami Trail East
Naples, Fl 34112
1-941-774-83 80
Thomas E Conrecode, P.E. Executive V. President
The V Group of Florida Inc.
5150 Tamiami Trail North 34103
1-941-263-3700
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October 26, 1999
Sue Filson, Administrative Assistant
Board of County Commissioners
3341 E. Tamiami Trail
Naples, FL 34112
RE: Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Dear Ms. Filson:
Enclosed please find my resume for consideration for the vacancy on the Parks and
Recreation Advisory Board.
I have been involved with youth sports and youth activities since 1991, which are
impacted by decisions at the County Ievel regarding utilization of the parks and recreation areas.
I have coached baseball, soccer and basketball teams for the YMCA, baseball teams for North
ieG Little League, and soccer teams for the Optimist Club. In addition, I have served in the
past on the Board of Directors for the North Naples Little League and held the position of Vice
President of Community Services with the Naples Jaycees.
I feel that with this background, i would be able to responsibly serve on the Parks and
Recreation Advisory Board, helping to continue the high quality of service and availability that
the residents of Collier County enjoy from the Parks and Recreation Department.
Thank you for your time. If you would like to contact me, please call my home number at
598-9228 or my cell phone at 821-6394.
•OCT-28-1999 08:47 1001
P.02/02
.TAMES E. MORR.IS
549 N.104th Avenue
Naples, FL 34108
(941) 598-9228
OBJECTIVE: To work in an industry that will utilize and expand my sales abilities
WORK HISTORY:
8/99 to present Olympia Grill
Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs, FL
Assisting owner in renovation and organization of new restaurant.
7/97 to 8/99 Naples Battery & Alternator Exchange
3637 Prospect Ave. Naples, FL
in charge of sales and promotion to area golf courses, including inventory control and stock
upgrades; warehouse inventory control; financial analysis; organizing promotional events.
9/96 to 6/97 Tropical International
Miami, FL
Responsible for outside sales in the Naples and Bonita Springs area, including organizing
nventory and upgrading stock orders.
1/89 to 8/96 CBI Parts Warehouse
Fort Myers, FL
Southern Regional Sales Manager, duties included personal calls on clients, inventory control,
stock upgrades, organizing sales promotions, financial analysis, technical support.
8/86 to 12/88 Management by Design Unlimited
Cape Coral., FL
Leasing agent for regional shopping centers in central and south Florida; duties included cold
calls, following up referrals, lease negotiation and preparation, on site inspections and qualifying
of tenants.
EDUCATION: Sales and marketing classes - El Canino College, Los Angeles, CA
Dale Carnegie Institute graduate
Wagner Advanced Selling Techniques
Dana Corporation's Sales Motivation courses
PERSONAL: Married for 14 years, one child
TOTAL P.02
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Samuel E. Welborn
815 Nursery Lane
Naples, F1 34119
1 941 455 4_694
October 29 , 1999
The Collier County Board of Commissioners
ATTN: Sue Filson
3301 Tamiami Trail East
Naples, F1 34112
RECEIVED
OCT 2 9 1999
3oard of County Commissioners
Ms Sue Filson;
ng for the open position on the Advisory Board
I am applyi
of the Park and Recreaticn Department.
I am a retired educator, having tauc_ht years in South
Carolina and Alabama and as a substitute teacher in Collier
and Lee counties.
I served as a High school football,
basket all, and baseball
coach; was a Guidance Counselor, and a Pr.
r.cJ ca'- of both a middle
school and a Junior High school.
I had many Summer jobs; working at a Y%ICA camp and several
years at Boy Scout camps.
I am at present President of the Golden Gate Kiwanis Club
and a member and past President of the Golden Gate AARP-
Several members of the Park and Recreaticn staff are
ac:;uainted with me: John Dunnuck, Ed Tarron- and Keith Larson.
I will be happy to answer any questions you may have about
me.
Sincerely,
.�l jr-1,LL�i
3323 Guilford Court RECEIVED
Naples, FL 34112 OCT 2 6 1999
26 October 1999
3oard of County Commissioner-,
Ms. Sue Filson
Administrative Assistant
Board of County Commissioners
3301 Tamiami Trail E
Naples, FL 34112
Dear Ms. Filson:
This is an application for the position as an urban representative on the Parks
and Recreation Board. I have lived in the urban area of Collier County part-
time 1978-1982 and from 1986 to present full time. From 1986 to September
1998 I was the sole Caregiver for my wife who has Alzheimer's Disease. She is
now in the Alzheimer Nursing unit at Lely Palms and now I have free time to
volunteer my services.
As may be seen from the enclosed Reader's Digest version of my 50 years of
professional work, I have been a University professor involved with many
different aspects of ecological topics regarding nature study and outdoor
environmental educational programs. In fact six of the 15 books I have
authored or co-authored contains Chapters pertaining to outdoor recreational
education.
Living in the urban area of Collier County for more than 17 years has given me
an appreciation of how meaningful the Department of Parks and Recreation is
to the general welfare, education and development of Collier County.
As a member of the current Collier County Environmental Advisory Board , I
am aware of present and projected developments in Collier County.
Knowledge of these activities is of importance to the Park and Recreation staff
as well as to members of the Parks and Recreation Board for planning.
For the past 10 years I have been an ardent computer user and daily surf many
scientific, environmental and technological sites on the Internet. I am 74 years
old and have no political nor financial association with anyone or any business.
Si erely yours,
Daniel F. Jackson, Ph. .
Professor Emeritus
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DR. DANIEL F. JACKSON
3323 GUILFORD COURT
MAPLES, FL 34112 E-mail dan0guifaccess.net
941-775-0561
Dr. Daniel F. Jackson retired from Louisiana State University (LSU),
Institute for Environmental Studies as Director and Professor in June,
1986. Prior to joining LSU, Dr. Jackson was Director and Professor of
the Division of Environmental Technology and Urban Systems at
Florida International University (FIU), Miami, FL as well as Founder and
Director of the University's Drinking Water Quality Research Center
(1973-78). At FIU he was responsible for four academic units,
Environmental Planning, Water and Waste Management, Urban
Systems, and Environmental Health. Dr. Jackson has been associated
with Florida's aquatic ecosystems for 25 years.
For 10 years, Dr. Jackson was a Full Professor in the Environmental
Engineering section of the Dept. of Civil Engineering, School of
Engineering, Syracuse University (1963-1973). Some other positions
held by Dr. Jackson include Hydrologist, U.S. Army Corps Engineers,
(1950-53). Director, Charles C. Adams Center of Ecological Studies,
Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, M1, (1955-59), Associate
Director, Potomological Institute, University of Louisville, Louisville,
KY, (1959-1963) and Environmental Editor, Civil Engineering News
1990- 1993.
Dr. Jackson has received many awards for his teaching -research -
community forte including the 1963 Rotary International award for the
"Advancement of Science in the State of Kentucky"; the 1973
"Distinguished Service Award" from Syracuse University; the 1977
"Recognition Award" from FIU, and the 1964 "Leadership Award" from
LSU. Dr. Jackson has been involved with numerous undergraduate and
graduate courses and research concerning environmental issues. He
has been the major professor for 39 M.S. degrees and 21 Ph.D. degrees.
His Ph.D. degree is from the State University of New York, College of
Environmental Sciences (1957) in limnolotly.
Dr. Jackson has published over 100 scientific papers and reports
Including 15 books. One of his major studies, "Removing Potential
Organic Carcinogens and Precursors from Drinking Water' was
published by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. This
publication was a result of on $890,000 EPA project Dr. Jackson
designed and administered at FIU. Dr. Jackson organized and directed
two International Conferences on Algae a NATO sponsored program
"Algae and Man"(1962) and a conference supported by NY STATE "
Algae, Man and the Environment" (1968). Dr. Jackson was a charter
member of the USFWS Manatee Recovery Team.
Dr. Jackson has obtained and directed over $6,000,000 in research
grants/contracts. Dr. Jackson and his wife, Dr. Bettina B. Jackson,
have traveled to 119 countries.
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