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Bayshore Gateway Triangle CRA.Bayshore Beautification MSTU
Haldeman Creek MSTU
BAYSHORE/GATEWAY TRIANGLE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT LOCAL ADVISORY
BOARD MINUTES OF THE NOVEMBER 1st, 2016 MEETING
The meeting of the Bayshore/Gateway Triangle Community Redevelopment Advisory Board was
called to order by Peter Dvorak at 6:00 p.m. at the CRA Office Meeting Room 3570 Bayshore Drive,
Unit 102.
Roll Call: Present: Advisory Board Members: Steve Main, Karen Beatty, Peter Dvorak,
Chuck Gunther, Shane Shadis and Larry Ingram. Excused Maurice Gutierrez.
CRA Staff Present: Jean Jourdan, Operations Manager, and Shirley Garcia, Operations
Coordinator.
II. Adoption of Agenda: Motion to approve the agenda, as amended, made by: Steve Main,
2nd by: Karen Beatty. Approved unanimously.
III. Adoption of Minutes: Motion to approve the Minutes as amended, made by: Steve
Main, 2nd by Karen Beatty. Approved unanimously.
IV. Presenters:
David Douglas Associates, Inc. (DDAI) Proposed renovations to Gulfshore Marina:
Dave Douglas presented the new project for Sara Bay Marina, with Linda Stewart from
DDAI, and Mike Myers, Director of Marina Operations for Sara Bay Marina. Dave
brought in a power point presentation of some conceptual views that are not exact
renderings of the Façade but of some of their ideas they would like to incorporate into
their project. This boat storage, sales and repair will all be indoors. The building will
estimate about 56 ft. high, office space on first floor, service center will be on second
floor and storage on the top floors. They will remove 2 driveways and go down to one on
the west side. Some of the issues they addressed is parking which will be used in the rear
that is closest to the residential with a landscape buffer to separate residential, parking
and drop off areas. They are looking at potential parking on the north and south side of
the street. They will work with the CRA to find out about on street parking in front. Mike
Myers presented a little history of Sara Bay Marina, they purchased the property from
Lennar Homes. They are from Sarasota, this will be their second location. Mike stated
that they were not designed to store more than a 110 boats. They will have an area where
they can pull in and turn around inside of the marina, drop off the boat and pull straight
out. There should be no reason for the vehicle and trailers to pull down the residential
street beyond their property. The largest boat they anticipate to go through Haldeman
Creek is a 32 footer and they will not have any docks in the creek.
V. Project Updates
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1. Gateway Triangle Properties: An amendment to the contract was approved by the BCC on
October 25, 2016. The amendment is specific to relocating the cell tower. The lease doesn't
expire until 2024. The Seller and Purchaser agreed to share the cost of relocating the tower.
2. Solstice f/k/a Cirrus Point: The property is no longer under contract by Mr. Bandinel,
President of Banroc Corporation. He is working to put the property back under contract. Mr.
Bandinel said there was another interested party looking to put rental apartments.
3. The Garden School: Reminder for a ground breaking ceremony November 2nd at 10am for
the Montessori School, Mrs. Khatib gave a personal invitation to everyone in attendance and
put literature on the CRA tables for the public.
4. Microbrewery: According to the owner all is going well. The SIP is going back in for round 2
of comments and the engineering side is working to get the electrical/plumbing/structural
done to get permits. The only "bad" news is that the name "Bayshore Brewgarden" will not be
approved in a timely manner, if it were to be approved at all, so they have decided to change
the name. Pending trademark attorney giving the go ahead they will be printing out stickers
and other small goodies with the new name.
5. Sugden Park Pathway: Staff has prepared an executive summary recommending the Board
of County Commissioners approve the funding and construction of a pedestrian pathway
through CRA 17+ acres site from Bayshore Drive to Sugden Regional Park. Staff hopes to
have the item on the December Agenda.
6. Karen Dr Stormwater: Per the requirements of the grant funding, staff is waiting for the
results of an environmental assessment. Once received a Request for Proposal will be
released to bid the project for construction. We anticipate bidding the project in November.
7. Fire Suppression: Per the requirements of the grant funding, staff is waiting for the results of
an environmental assessment. Once received an RFP will be released to bid the project for
construction. We anticipate bidding the project out in November($330,000).
8. Food Truck Park: The Hearing Examiner released his report approving that the use of a food
truck park is comparable and compatible in nature to uses in the Overlay. Michelle Arnold
updated the zoning issue that the Ordinance would have to be amended in order to have
access to Bayshore Dr. and she is working to get that resolved.
9. Thomasson Drive: On October 25th the BCC approved the extension of the contract and
moving with the redesign of the on October 25, 2016 with the following conditions:
Staff will host another public meeting showing existing conditions and the alternatives to
include a four way stop, signalization, and a roundabout.
Staff will share the comments from the public meeting with the CRA/MSTU and seek a
recommendation to be carried forward to the BCC acting as the CRA.
A final alternative will be chosen by the BCC/CRA before moving forward with the final
design plans.
10. Fortino Request: Staff contacted Fortino on 10/25/16. Fortino and the proposed Purchaser
have not worked out the details and Fortino will contact staff once they come to an
agreement_
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11. Parking Study: The Notice to Proceed (NTP) was sent out authorizing work to begin on 10-
25-16. The NTP provides for 180 days for completion.
12. Race Trac: The Hearing Examiner released a 38 page report on 9/28/16. The next step is
scheduling to be heard by the BCC (don't have date yet).
13. Redevelopment Plan Update: Staff prepared a scope of services for an RFP to solicit
professional services to update the redevelopment plan. The Purchasing Department sent out
the RFP and staff expects to have responses back in December.
MSTU Project Updates:
The MSTU meetings are on first Wednesday of the month at 5pm, the basic meeting
discusses landscaping, irrigation and their projects. The MSTU approved refurbishing
the Pagoda and the Bridge. Staff is currently working on those projects. New Banners
were approved and working with Botanical Garden staff to design.
VI. Request for Payments: None other than routine operational. All invoices are located in
the book for review.
VIII New Business:
Advisory Board Applicant: Mr. Ron Kezeske submitted an application for the
Bayshore/Gateway Triangle CRA Advisory Board Committee for the vacant Davis
Boulevard Business seat. Mr. Kezeske is in attendance to answer any questions you may
have. Ron gave a brief history of his experience and is trying to get back involved in the
Community. Steve Main made a motion to approve Ron Kezeske's application to the
Advisory Committee, Second by Shane Shadis. Unanimous.
VII. Old Business:
Sams Club: Karen Beatty expressed her opposition to the Sam's Club, contacted local
businesses that were very worried about the new Sam's Club going in and met with residents
who were also not in favor.
Karen made a recommendation for an official vote in December's meeting since there was only a
consensus taken of the Board Members in the past meeting nothing official, and one member was
not present to vote.
17 Acre Proposal: The original proposal was sent to the office of Mgmt and Budget
Received the recommendation from the office of OMB:
Recommendations:
1. Relative to the subject proposal, given the existing CRA loan and the not yet complete Triangle sale the
timing is not right to proceed with the subject proposal. Additionally,without the benefit of comparing
other proposals it is impossible to make a recommendation to proceed. Finally, given the terms of the
existing CRA loan there is little reason to believe the proposed financing approach can be accomplished.
2. The Finance committee is proceeding with soliciting proposals to refinance the CRA loan on more
favorable terms and the Triangle contract is proceeding toward closing
o Wait until the new loan terms are in place
o Wait for the Triangle to close
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3. Determine what is preferred:
o a straight forward property sale approach; or
o a partnership type developer agreement
4. Once the new loan terms are known obtain approval to advertise for sale and/or development proposals
Mr. Bandinel sent in a formal request to reject his original proposal because he would like to
amend and resubmit a new proposal. Peter Dvorak made a motion for staff to reject the proposal
dated Sept 23`1, 2016, Karen Beatty second. Unanimous.
Mr. Bandinel made a new offer with some issues the CRA would not be able to comply by under
F.S. 163,—,Harry introduced Jerry Goldberg from Opera Naples and let everyone know that the
reasons for the time frame on the proposal is because Opera Naples has time constraints and
would need something binding within that time. Jerry requested a letter of support from the CRA
Board so he could present that to his board members and donors. Peter Dvorak made the motion
to write a letter of support for Opera Naples and Steve Main Second the motion. Unanimous.
Steve Main made a motion for staff to go out for request for proposals on the 17 Acre site for any
developers interested in purchasing and developing the site, Karen Beatty second the motion.
Unanimous.
New Hire: The vacant Project Manager position was offered to and accepted by James Brian
Delony a Professional Engineer. His start date has not been determined, but is estimated to be 30
days after clearance through Human Resources. James is a graduate of Tennessee Technological
University with a degree in Civil Engineering and holds a State of Florida Professional
Engineering License. A copy of his application is attached for your review.
IX. Advisory Board General Communications:
X. Citizen Comments: Code Enforcement Chris Harmon, introduced himself as the district
Investigator. He left business cards and common violation brochures if any one needed anything.
Michael Myers wanted to let everyone know he is willing to take any input for the façade and
incorporate it on the Sara Bay Marina to fit the intent of the Community.
XI.Adjournment: 9:00 p.m.
Approved by Peter Dvorak, CRA-AB Vice Chair
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