EAC Agenda 03/01/1989 ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL
AGENDA
March 1, 1989
8:45 A.M.
I. ROLL CALL
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
III. ADDENDA
IV. STAFF REPORT
A. PROPOSED ADMINISTRATIVE APPROVAL
1. PDA-89-1C/DOA-89-1C: George Vega of Vega,
Brown, Stanley and Martin, representing
Donald K. Ross and Robert Leeber of Defined
Benefit Pension Trust; requesting an
amendment to the Marco Shores PUD document
language.
2 . PDA-89-2C: Alan D. Reynolds of Wilson,
Miller, Barton, Soll and Peek, Inc. ,
representing Robert L. Buck, agent for Lone
Oak Limited; requesting an amendment to the
document language of the Lone Oak PUD.
V. OLD BUSINESS
VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. PU-89-2C: Alan D. Reynolds of Wilson, Miller,
Barton, Soll and Peek, Inc. , representing
Charles C. & Luanne Boone Henderson; requesting
a provisional use "f" of the A-2 zoning
classification for a Pet Cemetary.
VII. NEW BUSINESS
VIII . DISCUSSION OF ADDENDA
IX. ADJOURNMENT
X. WORKSHOP
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NOTES:
A. Notify Environmental Resource Management (774-8454) no
later than 5 P.M. on Monday February 27, 1989, if you
cannot attend this meeting or if you have conflict and
thus will abstain from voting on a particular petition.
B. Please refer to notice on first floor, Building F, for
the location of the E.A.C. meeting.
C. Items added after agenda was sent out.
D. No action since last Council meeting.
E. On January 7, 1987 the E.A.C. adopted a policy that any
person addressing the E.A.C. on behalf of any
organization must present a letter from said organization
acknowledging them as a representative empowered to make
policy related comments on that subject.
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PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL A DECISION OF THIS BOARD WILL
NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS PERTAINING THERETO, AND
THEREFORE MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE
PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND
EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: James N. Burch
Chief Environmental Specialist
FROM:: Andrea. Stevens
Environmental Specialist
DATE: February 21 , 1989
RE: PDA-S9--1C/DOA-89--1Ce George Vega. of Vega, Brown, Stanley
and Martin, representing Donald K. Ross and Robert Leeber
of Defined Benefit Pension Trust; requesting an amendment
to the Marco Shores PUD document language_
Petition PD 89-IC/DOA-89-1C concerns the commencement of
development of the Isle of Capri Commercial Development Area of
the Marco Shores PUD. This site is located on the northwest
corner of the intersection of isle of Capri Road�c
d as it. S.R. `Y.1
The commercial uses approved in the PUD (Ordinance 24-42 and
Development Order 84-2) include a 150-room hotel a-n(1 a 200-se-at
restaurant .
This amendment to the -UD document language is requested for
the following purposes:
1 . To obtain a date certain of January 1 , 1991 for the right to
acquire a building permit for a restaurant and hotel in the
Isle of Capri Commercial Development Area.
2, To obtain permission to clear and fill the subject property
'.subsequent to securing the necessary permits for land
improvement ) in order to allow for the preparation of the land
for the installation of boat docks. Boat dock permits have
the
by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and �_he
petitioner wishes to install the docks before these permits
expire,
Several conditions of the PUD Ordinance mandate that the
Isle of Capri Commercial Development Area not be developed until
after the 4-lining of S.R. 951 , which was scheduled to occur
during 1988. Since this road widening may not take place for
several `(ears the petitioner is requesting an amendment to these
agreement conditions.
The Environmental Resources Management Staff has no
objections to the approval of petition PDA-89-1C/DOA-2S-1.C . This
memorandum serves as an administrative approval of this petition
subject to environmental stipulations 6B.2. E-L attached to the
original PUD agreement (pp . 62i-2) , Standard Stipulations 1 , 3,
0""~ and 4, as adopted by the EAS. on 4/1/87, and Standard Stipulation
2, as adopted by the EAC. on 12/7/S8,
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Petition: Mr . Alan D. Reynolds, of Wilson, Miller , Barton, Soll ,
and Peek , Inc . , representing Charles C. and Luanne Boone
Henderson; requesting a provisional use "f" of the A-2 zoning
classification for a pet cemetery.
Considerations :
The property in question is a rectangular , 4.4 acre site
located directly south of Davis Boulevard , approximately one-
quarter of a mile east of Santa Barbara Boulevard , and directly
east of the New Hope Mission Church . The site is bordered on the
east and west by A-2 land , to the south by the Naples Drive-In
Theatre, and to the north by Davis Boulevard (R26E, T50S, S9) . A
site visit was conducted on 8 February by Keith Edwards (ERM) .
The site is a pine flatwood . The canopy is dominated by
slash pine (Pinus elliottii var . densa) with a few remnant bald
cypress (Taxodium distichum) . There is a sparse understory layer
consisting of wax myrtle (Myrica cerifera) , dahoon holly ( Ilex
cassine) , strangler fig (Ficus aurea) , and the noxious exotics
Brazilian pepper (Schinus terebinthifolius) , and melaleuca
(Melaleuca guinguenervia) . Understory density is greatest in the
northern third and becomes sparse throughout the rest of the
site. Groundcover in the northern half of the site is dominated
Staff Report
EAC Meeting 03/01/89
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by black rush (Juncus roemerianus) and love vine (Cassytha
filiformis) with scattered patches of saw grass (Cladium
jamaicensis) , penny royal (Pilobleehis rigida) , grape vine (Vitis
rotundifolia) , and poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) .
Groundcover in the southern half of the site is dominated by
palmetto (Serenoa repens) with scattered patches of penny royal
and broom sedge (Andropogon glomeratus) .
Epiphytes are found on several of the slash pines, especially
in the northern third of the property. The species observed
include the quill-leaf (Tillandsia fasciculata) , wild pine (T,
balbisiana) , and spanish moss ( T . usneoides) . Both the quill-
leaf and wild pine are listed as state threatened species by the
Florida Department of Agriculture (FDA) .
The presence of the remnant cypress, saw grass, and other
wetland plant species suggests that the area was wetter in the
past . The presence of the noxious exotics melaleuca and
Brazilian pepper and early successional disturbance species,
such as love vine, grape, and poison ivy, indicate habitat
alteration caused by the drying out of the area.
Small birds were present in the taller pine trees during the
site visit , including vireos (Vireo spp . ) and a palm warbler
/'\ (Dendroica galmarum) , which was in its winter plumage. Evidence
of other wildlife was not observed .
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Recommendations:
The property has become drier probably due to drainage and
adjacent development . Tree growth is greatest in the northern
and southern thirds while the center is an open area consisting
of ground cover species with a few trees. Petitioner should
incorporate the native tree species on site into the landscape
plan, especially the slash pine. ERM also recommends that the
epiphytes should be saved where feasible, either by saving the
trees that they are now on or by transplanting to other suitable
trees on site. ERM has found that the petition is consistent
with the Growth Management Act .
Considering the above, ERM recommends approval of PU-89-2C
subject to the following stipulations:
1-4. Standard stipulations 1 , 3 and 4 as adopted by EAC on
4/1/87, and stipulation 2 as adopted on 12/7/88.
5. The Collier County Growth Management Ordinance stipulates
that a portion of each viable, native , non-wetland
habitat type shall be preserved or retained on site
(Objective 6 .4, Policy 6.4.7, and Policy 6.5. 1 ) and , in
addition, that the county coordinate and cooperate with
state and federal agencies (Policy 1 . 1 .5) . Therefore,
where feasible, petitioner shall save the wild pine
( Tillandsia balbisiana) and quill-leaf (T. fasciculata)
/'\ epiphytes by either keeping where they are presently
located or move them to suitable areas on site.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: James N. Burch
Chief Environmental Specialist
FROM: Andrea Stevens
Environmental Specialist
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DATE: February 21 , 1989
RE: PDA-89-2C: Alan D. Reynolds of Wilson, Miller, Barton, Soil
and Peek, Inc. , representing Robert L. Buck, agent for Lone
Oak Limited; requesting an amendment to the document
language of the Lone Oak PUD.
Petition PDA-89-2C is a request to amend the document
language in the Lone Oak PUD. This PUD was approved by Ordinance
87-76 as a 95.5 acre multi-family and commercial development
located on the east side of Airport Road one mile north of Pine
Ridge Road. The proposed amendment pertains to the permitted
uses in the two-acre commercial tract. The petitioner is
requesting that business and professional offices be added to the
list of permitted uses and structures under Section 5.02 of the
PUD document.
The Environmental Resources Staff has no objections to this
petition. This memorandum serves as an administrative approval
of petition PDA-89-2C subject to Standard Stipulations 1 , 3, and
4, as adopted by the EAC on 4/1 /87, Standard Stipulation 2, as
adopted by the EAC on 12/7/88, and environmental considerations d
and e of the original PUD document (p. 6-2) .
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ITEM: Minutes of February 1, 1989
MOTION: Made by Mr. Neale to prove the Minutes of February 1,
1989, as presented. Seconded by Dr. Snyder. Carried
unanimously.
PETITION NO: PU-89-1C
FILED BY/FOR: Jack Elliot of J. L. Kidd
REQUESTING: Provisional Use "a" of C-4 for an automobile
car wash
COMMENTS: None
MOTION: No Action - Proposed Administrative Approval.
PETITION NO. R-89-1C
FILED BY/FOR: William C. McAnly, P.E. , of William C. McAnly
& Assoc. , P.A. , representing GMA Development
Corporation
REQUESTING: A zoning change from A-2 to RMF-6 for a multi-
family residential project known as "Pelican
Lake Club"
REPRESENTED BY: Mr . George Mellen, P.E. , of William C. McAnly
& Associates, P.A.
COMMENTS: Mr . George Mellen advised that this request is
a rezone for a multi-family development. He
noted that 120 units are proposed for the pro-
ject, encircling a 3 acre lake. He stated
that removal of as few trees as possible will
be done to provide for the road areas and
parking, noting that other vegetation will be
left in place.
Mr . Mellen noted that this petition came
before the EAC in 1985 , as Palmetto Pines,
submitted by Cardinal Industries, but was
denied since the entire front half of the pro-
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perty was to be denuded. He indicated that
NRMD and Staff flagged the property at that
time, and the perimeter flagging is still in
place.
Mr . Mellen stated that he went to the site
with Ray Link to update the initial assessment.
of the site, noting that no changes were made .
He advised that the wetland preserve area will.
be kept in its natural state. He noted that
Staff recommended that the wetland preserve
area remain part of a contiguous off-site
wetland, adding that part of it goes into the
adjoining Moon Lake Subdivision, and another
part goes to the east property line of the
subject site. He noted that for reasons
unknown, this area has been bisected by a large
containment berm for the Moon Lake project.
He indicated that the water management plan
does not show any use of this area. He
advised that he would like to reserve the
right of this area, if needed, due to
pressures by the Planning Department, to use
this for a retention area , if necessary.
^ In answer to Mr . Addison, Mr . Mellen stated
that the Planning Department desires that the
loop roads on the project be independent of
the parking areas. He indicated that if this
is done, some of the natural woodlands that
are being used for surface storage for the
larger storms will be lost, and another area
will have to be provided, to comply with South
Florida Water Management criteria.
Ms. Stevens advised that this is a 20 acre
rectangular parcel, located on the north side
of Davis Boulevard, 1 1/2 miles east of
Airport Road, and 1/2 mile west of County Barn
Road. She noted that the southern 1/3 of the
site which is adjacent to Davis Boulevard and
three additional smaller areas on the property
support a dense, low saw palmetto habitat with
widely scattered and infrequent slash pines,
ranging in diameters up to 6 inches. She
indicated that groundcover and shrub vegeta-
tion among the palmetto include rusty lyonia ,
wax myrtle, gallberry, pennyroyal , and various
grass species. She indicated that the
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northeast corner of the parcel supports a 5
acre cypress wetlands, and a canopy is made up
of 75%-80% cypress, with occasional slash pine
and cabbage palm. She noted that corkwood in
this area indicate water levels of up to 5
inches. She stated that the site plan indica-
tes that the cypress habitat in the northeast
corner will be preserved. She noted that the
area has been flagged to the satisfaction of
the ERM Staff, and approval is recommended,
based on Standard Stipulations 1, 3 , and 4 , as
adopted by the EAC on 4/1/87, and Standard
Stipulation 2, as adopted by the EAC on
12/7/88 .
Mr . Mellen advised that it has recently come
to his attention that a wastewater treatment
plant will be required, and the petitioner
will be coming back before the EAC within the
next few weeks to request a provisional use
for this plant, which will be located to the
extreme northern portion of the property.
Ms . Kurgis questioned whether the inspection
of the site evidenced gopher tortoises? Ms.
Stevens replied that none were seen, noting
that the palmetto seemed more dense than most
gopher tortoise habitat .
Ms. Kurgis asked Mr . Mellen to identify
on the aerial, the concerns relating to the
berm cutting the wetlands. Mr . Mellen noted
that the berm is not shown on the aerial . He
approached the Council, and outlined the area
of concern.
Mr . Neale suggested that a recommendation be
sent to the Planning Department indicating
that the EAC would like the plan to remain as
it is, as opposed to adding another slab of
asphalt.
Mr . Burch stated that he feels that this would
be an appropriate method to pursue to minimize
the impervious surface.
Dr . Snyder questioned whether there were con-
cerns regarding emergency vehicle access? Mr .
Mellen replied negatively, noting that this is
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a single-owner type facility, and there is no
thru traffic.
Mr . Mellen indicated that he has no problem
with the recommended stipulations.
There were no other speakers either for or
against this Petition.
MOTION: Made by Mr. Neale to recommend approval of Petition
R-89-1C, "Pelican Lake Club", subject to Standard
Sty ulations 1, 3, and 4, as ado•ted on 4 1 87, and
S pulation 2 , as adopted on 12/7/88, as noted below.
Seconded by Mr. Addison. Carried unanimously.
STIPULATIONS:
1 . Petitioner shall be subject to Ordinance 75-21 (or the
tree/vegetation removal ordinance in existence at the
time of permitting) , requiring the acquisition of a tree
removal permit prior to any land clearing. A site
clearing plan shall be submitted to the Natural
Resources Management Department for their review and
subject to approval prior to any work on the site.
This plan may be submitted in phases to coincide with
the development schedule. The site clearing plan shall
clearly depict how the final site layout incorporates
retained native vegetation to the maximum extent
possible and how roads, buildings, lakes, parking lots ,
and other facilities have been oriented to accommodate
this goal.
2 . Native species shall be utilized, as described below, in.
the site landscaping plan. A landscape plan for all
landscaping on the development shall be submitted to the
County Landscape Architect and to a County Environmental
Specialist for their review and shall be subject to
their approval. The landscape design shall incorporate
a minimum of 60% native plants, by number , including
trees, shrubs, and ground cover . At least 60% of the
trees, 60% of the shrubs, and 60% of the ground cover
shall be native species. At the direction of the Count\
Landscape Architect or County Environmental Specialist a
higher percentage of trees or shrubs can offset an equal
percentage of ground cover . For example, the use of 70%
native trees could allow the use of only 50% native
ground cover . This plan shall depict the incorporation
of native species and their mix with other species , if
any. The goal of site landscaping shall be the re-
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creation of native vegetation and habitat charac-
teristics lost on the site during construction or due to
past activities.
3 . All exotic plants, as defined in the County Code, shall
be removed during each phase of construction from deve-
lopment areas, open space areas, and preserve areas .
Following site development, a maintenance program shall
be implemented to prevent reinvasion of the site by such
exotic species. This plan, which will describe control
techniques and inspection intervals, shall be filed with
and subject to approval by the Natural Resources
Management Department and the Community Development
Division.
4. If, during the course of site clearing, excavation, or
other constructional activities, an archaeological or
historical site, artifact, or other indicator is disco-
vered, all development at that location shall be imme-
diately stopped and the Natural Resources Management
Department notified. Development will be suspended for
a sufficient length of time to enable the Natural
Resources Management Department or a designated con-
sultant to assess the find and determine the proper
course of action in regard to its salvageability. The
Natural Resources Management Department will respond to
any such notification in a timely and efficient manner
so as to provide only a minimal interruption to any
constructional activities.
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ADDENDA
ITEM: Change of Meeting Schedule
COMMENTS: Dr . Snyder suggested that the meeting schedule for
the EAC be changed to meet the first Wednesday of
each month. He noted that the Water Management
Advisory Board reviews the same petitions on a
monthly basis. He questioned whether this presents
a problem for Staff?
Mr . Burch advised that Staff will have the same
workload in reviewing the petitions, noting that
if a problem with backlogs occur , or an emergency
situation arises, a second meeting could be
called. He stated that he will review the ordi-
nance, and check with the Board of County
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Commissioners to ensure that this is agreeable with.
them.
ITEM: Discussion of Stipulation #2
COMMENTS To bring the new Council members up to date, Ms .
Kurgis advised that the Board of County
Commissioners approved Stipulation #2. She indi-
cated that Landscape Architect Ann McCoy and Kate
Muldoon of Staff met with the EAC to provide input
as to what this stipulation should include. She
advised that at the last meeting, Alan Reynolds, of
Wilson, Miller , Barton, Soll & Peek, Inc. , stated
that he does not agree with this stipulation, and
Ms . McCoy concurred with him. She indicated that
Ms. McCoy feels that there is not enough diver-
sification of species; and because of the required
amount of ground cover , she feels that a lot of
people may use sod, because of the 60o factor ; and
not enough color to work with.
Mr . Addison stated that he spoke with Mr . Reynolds
yesterday to hear his specific complaints, noting
that the problem seems to be the equal weighting of
trees and shrubs and the availability of ground-
cover and shrubs. He advised that if a workshop
could be held, they will provide their input.
Mr . Neale noted that the problem he had with the
"old" Stipulation 2, was that there was no direc-
tion, and the petitioners could use whatever they
wanted.
Dr . Snyder concurred that the previous stipulation
was quite vague. He noted that the 60o may be a
difficult number to come up with, but indicated
that is why the option is given that more trees
than shrubs may be used. He suggested that
Stipulation 2 , as adopted December 7, 1988 , remain
as it is .
Ms. Kurgis agreed with Dr . Snyder .
Mr . Neale stated that he feels that the stipula-
tions can be more specific than the Codes, but
suggested that an opinion be obtained from the
County Attorney' s Office.
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After a lengthy discussion regarding Stipulation 2 ,
Ms. Kurgis requested that a Staff member , who nor-
mally reviews landscaping plans, be present at the
next EAC meeting to see what type of feedback he is
receiving, and possibly, he can advise as to a
workable stipulation.
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There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned by
Order of the Chair .
ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL
Sharon Kurgis, Chairman
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ITEM: Minutes of February 15, 1989
MOTION: Made by Dr. Snyder _ to approve the minutes of
February 15, 19891 as presented. Seconded by Mr.
Turrell. Carried 5/0.
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PETITION NO. PDA-89-1C/DOA-89-1C
FILED BY/FOR: George Vega of Vega Brown, Stanley & Martin
representing Donald K. Ross and Robert Leeber
of Defined Benefit Pension Trust
REQUESTING: Amendment to the Marco Shores PUD document
language
COMMENTS: None
MOTION_ No Action - Proposed Administrative Approval.
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PETITION NO. PDA-89-2C
FILED BY/FOR: Alan D. Reynolds of Wilson, Miller, Barton,
Soll & Peek, Inc . representing Robert L. Buck,
agent for Lone Oak Limited
REQUESTING: Amendment to the document language of the Lone
Oak PUD
REPRESENTED BY: Alan D. Reynolds
COMMENTS: Mr . Reynolds pointed out that this petition is
an amendment to an existing PUD and is called
Walden Oaks which is located on Airport Road,
north of Pine Ridge Road. He advised that this
amendment allows the addition of offices to
the commercial uses already contained in the
PUD.
Mr . Reynolds stated that the PUD already con-
tains the EAC ' s standard stipulations,
however, Staff is recommending that the new
stipulation number 2 be used for this amend-
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ment . He also noted that this project is
substantially built out and if stipulation
number 2 is changed for this amendment , there
will be conflicting requirements within the
project .
Dr . Snyder stated that in this particular
case, he agrees with Mr . Reynolds . He
suggested the EAC require the original stipu-
lation number 2 .
MOTION: Made by Mr. Neale to have Staff's Administrative
Approval of PDA-89-2C, Amendment to the Document
Language of the Lone Oak POD, to contain EAC
Standard Stipulations #1, #3, #4, as adopted in
April�_1987 and EAC Standard Stipulation #2 which__
was in place before December, 1987. Seconded by
Mr. Turrell. Carried 5/0.
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PETITION NO. P0-89-2C
FILED BY/FOR: Alan D. Reynolds of Wilson, Miller, Barton,
Soll & Peek, Inc . , representing Charles C . &
Luanne Boone Henderson
REQUESTING_ Provisional Use "f" of the A-2 zoning classi-
fication for a Pet Cemetery.
REPRESENTED BY: Alan D. Reynolds of Wilson, Miller, Barton,
Soll & Peek, Inc .
COMMENTS_: Mr . Reynolds stated that the request for pro-
visional
use is for a parcel of property zoned
agriculture to be used for the construction of
a cemetery for pets . He advised the piece of
property is located directly south of Davis
Blvd. and directly east of the New Hope
Mission Church. He stated that Mr. Edwards
has made a site visit and outlined the types
of vegetation in his Staff Report . Mr .
Reynolds also noted there will be a foot path
system for access to the various burial plots.
Mr . Edwards advised that the site is predomi-
nantly pine flatwood and the canopy is domi-
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nated by slash pine with a few remnant bald
cypress . He said the understory density is
greatest in the northern third of the property
and becomes sparse throughout the rest of the
site. He added that epiphytes were found on
several of the slash pines, two of which are
on the State 's threatened species list .
Mr . Edwards stated that Staff recommends
approval of the petition with EAC standard
stipulations 1 through 4 and another stipula-
tion saving the wild pine and quill-leaf
epiphytes on site.
In answer to Dr . Snyder, Mr . Reynolds stated
that the future connections shown on the plan
have been eliminated. Also answering Dr .
Snyder , Mr. Reynolds stated that the exhaust
will be in an enclosed chimney so the outward
appearance will be like a fireplace.
Responding to Mr. Addison, Mr. Reynolds
advised they will leave the buffers natural
and then supplement with plantings.
Mr. Reynolds then showed the EAC a fiberglass
casket .
Responding to questions from Ms. Kurgis, Mr .
Reynolds advised that part of the foot path
would be concrete sidewalk and some would be
decorative pavers; the pond will be sized
proportionate to the area being accommodated
and they will be taking fill from the lake.
MOTION: Made by Mr. Snyder that PU-89-2C be recommended for_
approval subject to Staff Stipulations. Seconded
by Mr. Turrell. Carried 5/0.
STIPULATIONS:
1 . Petitioner shall be subject to Ordinance 75-21 (or the
tree/vegetation removal ordinance in existence at the time of
permitting) , requiring the acquisition of a tree removal per-
mit prior to any land clearing. A site clearing plan shall
be submitted to the Natural Resources Management Department
for their review and subject to approval prior to any work on
the site. This plan may be submitted in phases to coincide
with the development schedule . The site clearing plan shall
clearly depict how the final site layout incorporates
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retained native vegetation to the maximum extent possible and
how roads, buildings, lakes, parking lots, and other facili-
ties have been oriented to accommodate this goal .
2 . Native species shall be utilized, as described below, in the
site landscaping plan. A landscape plan for all landscaping
on the development shall be submitted to the County Landscape
Architect and to a County Environmental Specialist for their
review and shall be subject to their approval . The landscape
design shall incorporate a minimum of 60% native plants, by
number, including trees, shrubs, and ground cover . At least
60% of the trees, 60% of the shrubs, and 60% of the ground
cover shall be native species. At the direction of the
County Landscape Architect or County Environmental Specialist
a higher percentage of trees or shrubs can offset an equal
percentage of ground cover. For example, the use of 70%
native trees could allow the use of only 50% native ground
cover. This plan shall depict the incorporation of native
species and their mix with other species, if any. The goal
of site landscaping shall be the re-creation of native
vegetation and habitat characteristics lost on the site
during construction or due to past activities.
3 . All exotic plants, as defined in the County Code, shall be
n removed during each phase of construction from development
areas, open space areas, and preserve areas . Following site
development , a maintenance program shall be implemented to
prevent reinvasion of the site by such exotic species. This
plan, which will describe control techniques and inspection
intervals, shall be filed with and subject to approval by the
Natural Resources Management Department and the Community
Development Division.
4. If, during the course of site clearing, excavation, or other
constructional activities, an archaeological or historical
site, artifact, or other indicator is discovered, all deve-
lopment at that location shall be immediately stopped and the
Natural Resources Management Department notified.
Development will be suspended for a sufficient length of time
to enable the Natural Resources Management Department or a
designated consultant to assess the find and determine the
proper course of action in regard to its salvageability. The
Natural Resources Management Department will respond to any
such notification in a timely and efficient manner so as to
provide only a minimal interruption to any constructional
activities.
5 . The Collier County Growth Management Ordinance stipulates that
a portion of each viable, native, non-wetland habitat type
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shall be preserved or retained on site (Objective 6 . 4 , Policy
6. 4 . 7 , and Policy 6 . 5 . 1 ) and, in addition, that the county
coordinate and cooperate with state and federal agencies
(Policy 1 . 1 . 5 ) . Therefore, where feasible, petitioner shall
save the wild pine (Tillandsia balbisiana) and quill-leaf (T.
fasciculata) epiphytes by either keeping where they are pre-
sently located or move them to suitable areas on site .
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ITEM: Meeting Schedule
COMMENTS: In answer to Ms. Kurgis, Ms. Stevens stated
that she was advised by the County Attorney' s
office that there is no ordinance which
requires the EAC to meet twice each month.
She advised that the EAC can adopt any sche-
dule they wish as long as it is properly
advertised.
MOTION: Made by Dr. Snyder to hold the regular EAC meeting
on the first Wednesday of each month at 8:45 a.m.
and only hold a second meeting on the third Wednes-
day of each month if needed. Seconded by Mr.
Addison.
During discussion of the motion Ms. Kurgis
pointed out that EAC should leave the second
meeting, if needed, on a Wednesday because of
possible problems with reserving the Board
Room.
MOTION: Dr. Snyder revised his motion, and Mr. Addison
revised his second to state that the regular
meeting would be held on the first Wednesday of the
month at 8:45 a.m. with other meetings to be sche-
duled as needed. Carried unanimously.
Ms. Kurgis pointed out that the new schedule
will begin in May.
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ITEM: Standard EAC Stipulation #2
COMMENTS-
________- Alan Reynolds of Wilson, Miller, Barton, Soll
Si Peek, Inc . , stated that the EAC ' s Standard
Stipulation #2 , as adopted in December, 1988,
is causing great concern because it has no
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basis in County ordinances. He stated that he
has the same desire to use native species to
the maximum amount possible in development ;
however, placing an arbitrary percentage in
the stipulation is having the opposite effect .
He stated that there has been discussion of
holding a public workshop on this subject , and
asked when that workshop would be scheduled?
Eric Worsham, Landscape Architect for the
County, stated that he is not sure what the
controversy is about since the standard used
in reviewing designs has always been 60/40 .
He said that the EAC standard stipulation
simply places this percentage in writing so
that everyone is aware of the standard being
used.
A lengthy discussion followed in which Mr.
Burch advised that there is a Citizens
Advisory Committee working on a Landscape Code
for the County and they have been meeting for
a very long time. Mr . Neale suggested that
the EAC should have a joint workshop with the
Landscape Code CAC , since the code will
directly involve the EAC . Mr . Reynolds
advised that the group meets once a month and
he would make certain that someone contacts
the EAC.
Mr . Neale stated he would like some feedback
from the County Attorney' s Office on where the
EAC stipulations lie in relation to County
Ordinances and whether they run with the land.
He stated it is his feeling that the EAC sti-
pulations are over and above the minimum
requirements contained in ordinances . Mr.
Reynolds stated that he agrees with Mr . Neale
to the extent that there is a specific cause
in a project which requires something more
stringent than that required of everyone else.
Mr . Neale requested Staff to obtain minutes
from the Landscape Code CAC and perhaps a
draft ordinance.
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ITEM: Information on Jay Harmic
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COMMENTS: Mr . Burch advised of the death of Jay Harmic.
Mr . Addison stated that Dr . Harmic was the
first County Environmentalist and he was
responsible for laying the ground work for
what is being accomplished today.
MOTION: Made by Ms. Kurgis to recognize that Dr. Harmic led
the way, and was responsible for the County's
environmental beginning and the EAC will hopefully
fulfill some of his dreams for Collier County.
Seconded by Mr. Neale. Carried unanimously.
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There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned by
Order of the Chair. Time: 10: 05 a.m.
ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL
Sharon Kurgis, Chairman
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