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Forest Lakes MSTU Minutes 09/08/2016 ADVISORY COMMITTEE 3299 East Tamiami Trail Suite 103 Naples,FL 34112 Minutes September 8,2016 I. Call to Order Chairman Fogg called the meeting to order at 10:00 A.M. A quorum was established II. Attendance Members: George Fogg, Chair; Marianne Fanning, Vice Chair; Richard Barry (Excused); Barbara Bell; John Goody County: Michelle Arnold, Director; Dan Schumacher, Project Manager; Harry Sells, Project Manager Other: Doug Burnham, Quail Run Golf Club; Aaron Gross, Ground Zero Landscaping; Dan Brundage, Agnoli, Barber& Brundage; Jim Can, Agnoli Barber& Brundage; Wendy Warren, JuriSolutions III. Approval of Agenda Ms. Fanning moved to approve the Agenda as presented. Second by Chairman Fogg. Carried unanimously 4- 0. IV. Approval of Minutes—August 2 ,2016 Mr. Goody moved to approve the minutes of the August 2, 2016 Forest Lakes Advisory Committee meeting subject to the following changes: Page 3, VII. B. New Business I - Ground Zero - Paragraph I from"...He noted the 30 days has past since the estimate was provided to the County) ... to "... He noted the 30 days has passed since the estimate was provided to the County)." Page 3, VII. C. New Business - Light Pole Cleaning- Paragraph I from"... Mr. Schumacher reported the light poles and lamps have been cleaned and queried if anyone know who undertook the work) ... to "... Mr. Schumacher reported the light poles and lamps have been cleaned and queried if anyone knows who undertook the work)." Second by Ms. Fanning. Carried unanimously 4-0. V. Contractor's Report A. Windham Studio—Scott Windham not present(report attached) Mr. Schumacher presented the"Forest Lakes Monthly Maintenance Report" dated August 31, 2016 from Scott Windham, Landscape Architect, Windham Studio, Inc. noting: • Replace (3) dead Euphorbia plants on the south end of the median. • Balance of items has been addressed with routine maintenance. 1 During Committee discussion the following was noted: • The Ficus hedge at the Entry West ROW is not an MSTU responsibility and recommendation for replacement should be removed from the report. • Future reports should solely reflect new items for consideration. Mr. Schumacher will inform Mr. Windham future reports are to contain current landscape project recommendations relevant for Committee consideration. B. Ground Zero Landscape Maintenance—Aaron Gross Mr. Gross reported he addressed the items cited in Mr. Windham's status report noting: • The (3)Euphorbia plants on the south end of the median were damaged by fallen Palm branches and are now sprouting new growth. The plants will be monitored for continued improvement. • Four light pole locations will be addressed for encroaching branch pruning. C. Agnoli, Barber& Brundage(ABB) Work Order: "Stormwater Engineering" Update Mr. Brundage, P.E. President,Agnoli, Barber& Brundage, Inc. presented a Power Point Presentation titled "Forest Lakes Stormwater Improvements 2016. " The report presented a schematic overview of the Drainage System and alternative recommendations for water management and drainage relief for the Forest Lakes Community highlighting: • A 25 year storm model calibration was applied to the geographical representation of the system. • Three alternative improvement projects were outlined for consideration, one "infall" and two "outfall" as follows: Infall 1. Catch Basin&Piping Enlargement. Proceed with Tasks A, B and C of the current Design project, PO 4500168571, as documented in Exhibit A (previously distributed to the Committee). a. Replacing structure JB5 on the Southside of Forest Lake Boulevard. b. Replacing an existing 24" storm drain pipe with 36"pipe between Forest Lakes Boulevard and Lake 18. c. Installing an 18"drain to the north side of Forest Lakes Boulevard into JB5. Outfall 2. Gordon River Canal System Approach a. Install a drainage system between the Forest Lakes Boulevard Entry to the canal bordering the West side of the Community,transgressing between Camelia Lane and Daisy Lane. b. A drainage easement exists in this area. c. Estimated construction cost is $313,000 including the previously approved construction cost of$15K for Scheme 1. 3. Pine Ridge Drainage System Approach a. Install a drainage system connecting Forest Lakes Boulevard Entry to the existing Pine Ridge Road drainage system. b. This scenario requires ABB to meet with two Collier County agencies and Southwest Florida Water Management District for approval. 2 c. Estimated construction cost is $212,000, including the previously approved construction cost of$15K for Scheme 1, and assumes utilities can be relocated at a cost of$20K. Mr. Brundage noted Approach 1 will offer improve drainage results and is an integral part of the more comprehensive proposal. The Committee discussed the proposals and will pursue consideration for Schemes 2 and 3 at a future meeting. The Committee requested Staffprovide a large scale map for reference during MSTU meetings. VI. Project Managers Report A. Budget Report Mr. Schumacher presented the "Forest Lakes MSTU Fund 159, September 8, 2016" for information purposes and provided an overview of the budget noting: • Property taxes collected to date total $176,003 with a balance of$6,396 remaining. • Of the $158,900 FY16 Operating Expense budget, $36,600 is committed and $103,800 in invoices has been paid leaving $15,500 available for expenditures excluding reserves. • Estimated cash available including committed and unspent funds totals $357,577. • The FY 2017 budget is effective October 1, 2016. • Reserve funds of$201,100 may be accessed to finance a major project such as Stormwater Drainage with Board of County Commissioners approval. • The millage rate is evaluated on an annual basis and although it can be adjusted it cannot exceed the maximum rate set by the Board of County Commissioners. • A portion of the millage rate is allocated to bond payments; the balance is appropriated to operating expenses. • The FY 2017 budget is effective October 1, 2016. Ms.Arnold noted the primary goal of the Forest Lakes Roadway&Drainage MSTU is to improve drainage in the community. B. Update on Easements—Quail Run Golf Club Mr. Schumacher presented a series of maps from the Collier County Property Appraiser's office defining the boundaries of the MiraVista Condominium. The purpose of the report was to determine the MSTU's responsibility for roadside swales, culvert maintenance, sidewalks and lighting on Quail Forest Boulevard, specifically in the vicinity of the MiraVista Condominium. • A search conducted of records of easements pertaining to the MiraVista Condominium complex did not reveal any easements obtained from 1981 to present. • An easement is required to perform work on private property. • The MSTU does not have authorization and is not responsible to perform services for the MiraVista Condominium Association at this time. Ms.Arnold will research existence of easements pertaining to the Forest Lakes Community and report her findings to the Committee at the October meeting. 3 VI. New Business A. Crotons at the Forest Lakes Entrance—Go/No-Go (Ground Zero 6/15 quote) Mr. Schumacher submitted a proposal from Ground Zero Landscaping in the amount of $1,031.75 to plant Crotons at the Forest Lakes entrance. The Committee discussed the proposal and agreed the current landscaping is attractive and enhancement is not necessary. Chairman. Fogg motioned to forego the installation of Crotons at the entrance to the Forest Lakes Community. Second by Ms. Bell. Carried unanimously 4—0. B. Ground Zero Contract Renewal Mr. Schumacher reported the current contract for Ground Zero Landscaping is effective through December, 2016 and requested the Committee consider a continuation of service. Mr. Goody motioned to renew the contract with Ground Zero Landscaping for 2017. Second by Ms. Bell. Motion carried unanimously 4—0. C. MiraVista Condominium—Report on Drainage/Lighting/Sidewalks Mr. Stemples, President MiraVista Condominium Association introduced photographs of recent flooding in the swale on the MiraVista's Condominium property. During presentation he asserted: • Historically the MiraVista property did not flood during heavy rains. • MSTU Staff previously requested his signature on documents to upgrade the swale and Mr. Stemples complied. • Since construction, the restructured swale has flooded for extended periods of time and overflow encroaches on the parking lot. Mr. Stemples requested the MSTU address the issue to alleviate the flooding and recommends drilling of two additional outflow holes in the weir, as the MSTU was responsible for creating the problem. During Committee discussion the following was noted: • Ms. Arnold will investigate construction plans and the documents signed by Mr. Stemple. • Determination of responsibility will be assessed. • Staff will research a solution to the drainage issue. The topic will be placed on the October Agenda for discussion and recommendations. VII. Old Business A. Light Pole Cleaning—What Processed Used? Mr. Goody reported Turtle Lakes Golf Colony Condominium Association maintenance staff cleaned the street lights with a solution of baking soda and vinegar. Staff and the Committee extended their appreciation for providing the service. 4 B. Thank you letter—Forest Lakes Boulevard and Wilshire Lane Vegetation Clearance Mr. Schumacher queried if the Committee could provide the name of the individual to whom a thank you letter should be addressed. The Committee did not have knowledge of the appropriate party and suggested Mr. Schumacher contact Mr. Burnham. IX. Committee Member Comments Ms. Bell requested Staff invite Jerry Kurtz, Stormwater and Environmental Planning, Collier County, to attend one of their meetings to gain information on the Gorden River project and its potential impact on the Forest Lakes drainage system project. Ms. Bell reported a Eucalyptus tree was damaged and requested the tree be reinforced. Mr. Gross, Ground Zero Landscaping, stated the tree was removed and a proposal for replacement has been provided to Mr. Schumacher. The item will be placed on the October meeting Agenda. Ms. Bell requested a workshop to review the budget format. Mr. Sells made himself available to work with Ms. Bell after the meeting. X. Public Comment Mr. Burnham updated the Committee on improvements to the Quail Run Golf Club noting $40,000 was spent on maintenance of the golf greens. Next Meeting October 4,2016 10:00 A.M. Forest Lakes Condo Association Clubhouse 1058 Forest Lakes Drive,Naples FL,34110 There being no further business to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned by the Chair at 12:32 PM. FOREST LAKES ROADWAY AND DRAINAGE MSTU ADVISORY COMMITTEE George F. g, Chairman The Minutes were approved by the Committee on Oci'o S tt ift 2016 , as presented , or as amended X . 5