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MINUTES
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 4:30 P.M. by Ms. Spencer. Attendance was called and a quorum was
established.
II. Attendance: Patricia Spencer, Chairman; Herman Haeger, Vice Chairman (Excused); Ron Jefferson;
Paula Rogan; (Vacancy)
County: Dan Schumacher, Project Manager; Harry Sells, Project Manager
Others: Michael McGee, McGee &Associates; Janet Acevedo, Hannula Landscaping; Wendy Warren,
JuriSolutions; Florence Holmes, Advisory Committee Applicant
III. Approval of Agenda
Mr. Jefferson moved to approve the Agenda as presented. Second by Ms. Spencer. Carried
unanimously 3- 0.
IV. Approval of Minutes: October 18,2016
Ms. Spencer moved to approve the minutes of the October 18, 2016 meeting as presented.
Second by Mr. Jefferson. Carried unanimously 3- 0.
V. Landscape Maintenance Report—Hannula Landscaping and Irrigation
Ms. Acevedo reported on landscape maintenance as follows:
Flag Replenishment
Brit Hurst,Parks and Recreation, has the flags requested by Ms. Rogan available at the Golden Gate
Community Center. Ms. Hurst will contact Ms. Spencer or Ms. Acevedo to arrange for Ms. Hogan to
access the flag inventory.
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General
• Hannula Landscaping is waiting for purchase orders for mulch and fertilizer. Installation will be
scheduled on receipt.
Mr. Schumacher noted bids for fertilizer have been received from two of the three contractors
solicited. If the third contractor does not respond to the Request for Quote Staff will award the
contract to one of the two active bidders. Time to generate a purchase order on receipt of
contract award is one week.
Tropicana Boulevard
A comprehensive turf and landscape renovation plan for Medians #'s 2, 4 and 5 under Committee
review.
Sunshine Boulevard
• Replacement trees have been installed.
Coronado Parkway and Hunter Boulevard
• Silk Floss Trees and Oak Trees are installed on Coronado Parkway.
• Replacement trees have been installed.
Status of Quotes
Quote proposals totaling $18,788.84 for landscape material installation requested at the October meeting
were submitted for Committee consideration.
Mr. McGee, McGee& Associates,noted he would like to compare the plant selections detailed on the
quote proposals from Hannula Landscaping, Inc. with his Landscape Observation Report to confirm
accuracy.
The Committee agreed to postpone installation of plant material pending review at the December
meeting.
Mr. Sells informed the Committee structural pruning of trees is scheduled for January 2017.
VI. Landscape Architect's Report—McGee and Associates
A. Maintenance Reports
Mr. McGee submitted the "Landscape Observation Report: -FY 16-17, November 2016" for
information purposes and the following items were discussed:
Tropicana Boulevard
• A comprehensive turf or landscape planting renovation plan has been submitted to the
Committee.
• No major issues observed.
Coronado Parkway and Hunter Boulevard
• Median#6 beds require refurbishment but recommend delaying project till stormwater issue
is resolved.
Sunshine Boulevard
• Tree replacements have been installed.
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• An application of broadleaf weed control should be applied to turf areas in decline.
• No insects or diseases were observed.
Golden Gate Parkway
Collier County Road& Bridge Division maintains this roadway and Mr. McGee has provided a
copy of his report to them. Highlighted recommendations include:
• Medians#15 —21 are water stressed and Fakahatchee grasses are in poor condition.
Mr. McGee has expressed his concern to Ms. Soriano and Ms. Lulich, Road and Bridge
Division.
• Two dead Pine trees need to be removed.
• The variegated dead Pittosporum shrubs on the east end of Median#20 need to be removed.
Turf renovation plan for recommended planting replacements on file.
• Hand remove excess Torpedo grass weeds from Blueberry Flax Lily and Liriope beds.
Collier Boulevard A& B
Collier County Road& Bridge Division maintains this roadway and Mr. McGee has provided a
copy of his report to them. Highlighted recommendations include:
• A total renovation plan for the roadway is recommended.
• Review Slash Pine Tree, Median#11, for removal and replace with Floss Silk Tree.
• Recommend removal of Crown of Thorns on north end of Median#1 and south end of
Median#2 and replace with Perennial Peanut.
• Recommend replacement of distressed Junipers on south end of Median#5 and north end of
Median#4.
• Distressed areas of turf should be reviewed for weed control or replacement.
• Part A& B water use readings indicate the meters may not be operating properly.
• All medians need mulch.
VII. Project Manager's Report
A. Monthly Budget Report
Mr. Schumacher summarized the Golden Gate MSTU Fund Budget 153 dated November 15, 2016
noting:
• Ad Valorem property taxes for FY17 are $249,000.
• Carry Forward funds of$474,842 (budgeted monies unspent FY16)brings Total Revenue to
$723,553.
• FY17 planned Operating Expense Budget is $363,542, current commitments total $204,781
and 2017 YTD expenditures total $16,733.
• Uncommitted Operating Expense funds available are $142,028.67.
• Improvements General Fund of$316,700 (Line 28) is reserved to finance special projects.
• The MSTU has been reimbursed by insurance for two light poles.
• Total available balance less committed expenses totals $502,768.
Mr. McGee's annual contract is scheduled for renewal December 1, 2016.
Mr. Schumacher will compare the FY16 budget and actual expenditures versus the planned
budget for FY17 and report his analysis results to the Committee at the December meeting.
The FY18 preliminary budget will be presented to the Committee in January-February 2017.
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B. Santa Barbara and Golden Gate Refurbishment Status
Mr. Schumacher noted the refurbishment proposal and will be put out to bid once all pertinent
information is collected.
C. Irrigation Status
Mr. Sells reported a controller was removed from Tropicana Boulevard and installed on Hunter
Boulevard. Coronado Parkway and Hunter Boulevard are now one system and functioning properly.
• He distributed a water control chart for Tropicana Boulevard and reviewed the graphs and
their purpose with the Committee.
• The Motorola controller on Sunshine Boulevard does not utilize current technology and will
eventually require replacement.
Mr. Jefferson motioned to approve FIS Outdoor's proposal number 3915449-00, dated November
9, 2016, in the amount of$4000.00,for purchase and installation of a new irrigation controller.
Second by Ms. Rogan. Carried unanimously 3- 0.
D. Flag Pole Replacement
Mr. Schumacher distributed photographs of the Golden Gate Flag raising ceremony on Golden
Gate Parkway,Median#12, noting:
1. Troop 2001 Flag Raising Ceremony—Sunday November 6,2016
Robert Beatty, Boy Scout Troop 2001, successfully completed his Eagle Scout Project of
installing a new flag pole on Golden Gate Parkway, Median#12. The flag raising ceremony
was held Sunday,November 6, 2016 with Golden Gate MSTU Advisory Committee members
and Staff, and Troop 2001 participants present.
2. Pictures
Mr. Schumacher provided a photograph of the ceremony attendees in front of the flag.
E. Tree Replacements
This item was addressed under Item V—Landscape Maintenance Report
VIII. Old Business
Canal Bridge Fencing(Golden Gate Parkway)—McGee& Associates Recommendations
Mr. Schumacher updated the Committee on the proposed project for beautifying the Canal Bridge area
on Golden Gate Parkway as follows:
• The Road& Bridge Division will not re-paint the bridge.
• Staff is researching methods for mold removal and cleaning of the bridge.
• Mr. Sells suggested removing the paint and returning the bridge finish to its natural state.
• Mr. McGee distributed a list of drought tolerant plant recommendations for landscaping the
area.
• The Committee concurred the project should be undertaken in spring 2017.
Mr. Sells will research alternative options for refurbishment of the bridge including drafting a "scope
of work"document and soliciting cost proposals from contractors.
Mr. Schumacher will investigate the possibility of installing irrigation in the area.
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IX. New Business
The Committee requested Rock Solid Pavers LLC.,the contractor responsible for the donation and
installation supervision of the Flag pole pavers, be sent a thank you letter for their contribution to the
project.
Mr. Schumacher will compose a letter on County stationery and sign on behalf of the Committee.
X. Public/Board Comments
None
There being no further business to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned
by the Chair at 5:35 P.M.
GOLDEN GATE MSTU ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Patricia Spencer,Chai an
The Minutes were approved by the Committee on (Dgce m&OP_ , 2016 as presented
or as amended X .
NEXT MEETING: DECEMBER 20, 2016—4:30 PM
GOLDEN GATE COMMUNITY CENTER
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NAPLES,FL 34116
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