BCC Minutes 05/11/2017 J (am) (w/Marco Island City Council) May 11. 2017
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MINUTES OF THE COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS WORKSHOP MEETING
Naples, Florida, May 11, 2017
LET IT BE REMEMBERED the Board of County Commissioners in and for the
County of Collier, having conducted business herein, met on this date at 9:00 AM in a
JOINT WORKSHOP SESSION with the City of Marco Island in Building “F” of the
Government Complex, Naples, Florida with the Following persons present:
Board of County Commissioners
Chairman: Penny Taylor
Vice Chairman: Andy Solis
Donna Fiala
Burt L. Saunders
William L. McDaniel, Jr.
Marco Island City Council
Chairman: Larry Honig
Vice Chairman: Jared Grifoni
Robert Brown
Victor Rios
Joe Batte
Howard Reed
Charlette Roman
ALSO PRESENT:
Leo Ochs, County Manager
Jeff Klatzkow, County Attorney
Troy Miller, Collier County TV Operations Manager
Tabitha Butcher, Chief, Collier County EMS
Alan Gabriel, City of Marco Island Attorney
Guillermo Polanco, Interim City Manager, City of Marco Island
COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
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JOINT MEETING AGENDA
COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
AND MARCO ISLAND CITY COUNCIL
Board of County Commission Chambers
Collier County Government Center
3299 Tamiami Trail East,3rd Floor
Naples,FL 34112
May 11,2017
9:00 AM
Collier County
Commissioner Penny Taylor,District 4-BCC Chair
Commissioner Andy Solis,District 2 -BCC Vice-Chair
Commissioner Donna Fiala,District 1; CRAB Co-Chair
Commissioner Burt Saunders,District 3
Commissioner William L.McDaniel,Jr.,District 5;CRAB Co-Chair
City of Marco Island
Councilor Larry Honig-Council Chair
Councilor Jared Grifoni-Vice Chair
Councilor Joe Batte
Councilor Bob Brown
Councilor Howard Reed
Councilor Victor Rios
Councilor Charlette Roman
Notice:All persons wishing to speak must turn in a speaker slip.Each speaker will receive no more than three(3)minutes.
Collier County Ordinance No.2003-53 as amended by Ordinance 2004-05 and 2007-24,requires that all lobbyists shall,
before engaging in any lobbying activities(including but not limited to,addressing the Board of County Commissioners),
register with the Clerk to the Board at the Board Minutes and Records Department.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. WORKSHOP TOPICS
2.A. Goodland Drive
2.B. Parking and Beach Improvements
2.C. Marco Island Certificate of Public Convenience&Necessity(COPCN)Proposal
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
4. ADJOURN
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252-8383.
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from the Collier County Communications and Customer Relations Department or view online.
1. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
2. Workshop Topics
A. Goodland Drive
Councilor Honig noted:
The City is interested in seeking a resolution to the issue of which party (the City of Marco
Island or Collier County) is responsible to reconstruct Goodland Road
In 2002, an agreement was reached for annual payments of $1M by the County to the City
for a period of 15 years for road maintenance in the City.
The agreement was confusing as the Fiscal Impact Statement cites the funds should be used
for San Marco Drive and Goodland Drive, while the Interlocal Agreement executed states
the funds may be used for work associated with all roads in the City, not solely San Marco
Drive and Goodland Road.
The County has withheld the last 2 payments of $1M from the City and the City currently
owes the County approximately $1.5M of Impact Fee revenue.
Three studies indicate the roadway needs to be elevated, a project out of the scope of the
City of Marco Island’s expertise.
Estimates indicate the reconstruction work required for the road is $4.5M, approximately
1/3 of the total funds granted to the City.
Although the City has obtained a legal opinion that they do not have to reconstruct the road
via the agreement, they do feel they have an obligation to assist in rectifying the issue even
though no City residents reside in Goodland nor or there any City voting rights present in
the community.
The City proposes:
1. To amend the Interlocal Agreement and turn responsibility of Goodland Road over to Collier
County.
2. The County retain the $2M currently due the City of Marco Island.
3. The City remit the $1.5M of Impact Fee revenue due to the County.
Commissioner Taylor polled the Board of County Commissioners who agreed with the concept
subject to the City agreeing to participate, as necessary, in any Grant applications that may be filed
by the County for the work.
The Council Members were amenable to the concept of participating in Grant requests.
Speakers
Nicole Johnson, Conservancy of Southwest Florida reported the organization has an interest in
the issue as they are a signatory in the Deltona Settlement Agreement with the work needing to be
completed to preserve the ecology in the area.
Dr. Greg Bellows, Goodland Civic Association reported the flooding of the roadway is a Health,
Safety and Welfare issue and the residents need the road improved while maintaining the
environmental conditions and integrity of the area that will be affected by any reconstruction.
B. Parking and Beach Improvements
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Councilor Roman reported on mechanisms to address beach parking issues in the City noting:
An Ad hoc Committee has been formed to review parking issues and provide
recommendations on the issue.
The work includes developing solutions to address existing and future demands for
facilities over the next 3 to 5 years
The Committee will be investigating all measures available including partnerships with the
County and bringing their findings forth in a workshop with the City Council.
The Board of County Commissioners reported they are willing to cooperate with the City on
avenues to improve the parking opportunities for beachgoers.
Discussion occurred on Tigertail Beach noting the access has changed at the muddy flat area and
past work completed by the County includes parking lot and restroom improvements at the facility.
A boardwalk was proposed to Sand Dollar Island to improve access, however it was met with
resistance by other parties.
Speaker
Nicole Johnson, Conservancy of Southwest Florida noted Tigertail Beach is not a “typical”
beach and the mudflat area is an important environmental feature for wildlife habitat. The
proposed boardwalk was a concern as it impacted the ecosystem. She recommended consideration
be given to establishing a golf car shuttle to the beach area to help facilitate public access.
C. Marco Island Certificate of Public Convenience & Necessity (COPCN) Proposal
Councilor Grifoni provided an overview on the City’s consideration of obtaining a COPCN
highlighting:
The City is considering applying for a COPCN to provide Advance Life Support services
and transport patients to the hospital.
The request would require County approval unless the Statute is amended.
One ongoing concern for the City which is prompting the issue is how any changes to
County services (Fire, EMS, consolidations, etc.) considered from time to time would
affect the service for the Marco Island residents should the change be implemented.
The establishment of services for the City would yield a control of their own services.
The County has been cooperative to City request in the past providing an additional
ambulance during the peak season but establishment of the services under the auspices of
the City would allow the residents to maintain control their own services.
Chief Butcher noted:
The County and the City have worked together including utilizing integrated crews to
provide the service.
Three years ago an additional seasonal ambulance was added to the fleet in the City.
The system continues to meet the establish standards for response times in the area for ALS
service.
The Division continues to monitor levels of service and the 2018 budget recognizes growth
areas with a new station slated for Hacienda Lakes.
Speakers
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Janet Vasey provided the document “Goal in Urban Area: Travel Time 8 Minutes or less,
90% of the time” for information purposes. The data outlines response times for the year 2016
and the first 5 months of 2017, which indicates Marco Island response times to events are some of
the fastest in the County including those during the busy season. She suggested resources may be
better suited to expanding the basic life support options which tend to have a faster response time
(average 4 minutes response times).
Jeff Page, Chairman, Greater Naples Fire District reported the Fire District voted against
pursuing any merger at a recent meeting by a vote of 7 – 1. He noted the system is functioning
adequately now and may not want to be changed.
Edwin Fryer recommended efforts be focused on improving or expanding the existing system.
During discussions the Councilor’s noted:
There is a concern on the potential decrease in service during the times when a second
ambulance is not stationed in the City.
The City’s interest in trying to increase response times shouldn’t be discounted as even a
percentage increase in service can benefit a member of the public during there time of
immediate need.
Consideration of the City obtaining a COCPN is not a result of the level of service
provided by the County, which has been excellent, more a home rule and community
control issue.
No official action taken by Council on applying for a COCPN and the City is aware there
will be an additional cost to the residents of Marco Island.
Options discussed to address issues outside the City obtaining a Certificate included:
Investigating the feasibility for provision of “base service” by the County with the City’s
paying for additional service similar to Pelican Bay and the Collier County Sheriff’s
Office.
Pursuing the feasibility of adding a second ambulance service on a full time basis.
Working on ensuring the initial responders services are the highest quality possible
(Sheriff’s, Police, etc.) given many times they arrived before the ALS units.
Educating the public on the services through public presentations or elected officials
workshops, etc. to ensure they fully understand the manner in which services are delivered
and the quality of the system.
3. Public Comment
None
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There being no further business for the good of the County, the meeting was adjourned by order
of the chair at 10:45 A.M.
COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY
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Chairman, Pei aylor
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Dwight E. Brock, Clerk
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These minutes approved by the Board/Committee o I i b as presented t/ or as
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