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Agenda 06/13/2017 Item # 2C06/13/2017 COLLIER COUNTY Board of County Commissioners Item Number: 2.C Item Summary: May 11, 2017 - BCC/City of Marco Joint Meeting Minutes Meeting Date: 06/13/2017 Prepared by: Title: Executive Secretary to County Manager – County Manager's Office Name: MaryJo Brock 05/30/2017 12:23 PM Submitted by: Title: County Manager – County Manager's Office Name: Leo E. Ochs 05/30/2017 12:23 PM Approved By: Review: County Manager's Office MaryJo Brock County Manager Review Completed 05/30/2017 1:30 PM Board of County Commissioners MaryJo Brock Meeting Pending 06/13/2017 9:00 AM 2.C Packet Pg. 14 May 11. 2017 1 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 2.C.1 Packet Pg. 15 Attachment: May 11 2017 AM Workshop (3290 : May 11, 2017 - BCC/City of Marco Joint Meeting) May 11. 2017 2 Any persons in need of the verbatim record of the meeting may request a copy of the video recording 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 2.C.1 Packet Pg. 16 Attachment: May 11 2017 AM Workshop (3290 : May 11, 2017 - BCC/City of Marco Joint Meeting) May 11. 2017 3 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 2.C.1 Packet Pg. 17 Attachment: May 11 2017 AM Workshop (3290 : May 11, 2017 - BCC/City of Marco Joint Meeting) May 11. 2017 4 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 2.C.1 Packet Pg. 18 Attachment: May 11 2017 AM Workshop (3290 : May 11, 2017 - BCC/City of Marco Joint Meeting) May 11. 2017 5 ***** 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 COMMISSIONERS _______________________________________ Chairman, Penny Taylor ATTEST: Dwight E. Brock, Clerk _____________________ These minutes approved by the Board/Committee on _________________ as presented________ or as amended ___________. 2.C.1 Packet Pg. 19 Attachment: May 11 2017 AM Workshop (3290 : May 11, 2017 - BCC/City of Marco Joint Meeting)