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Agenda 06/27/2017 Item #16A 906/27/2017 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Recommendation to receive and approve the Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Progress Report and the Proposed Action Plan for 2017. OBJECTIVE: To provide the Board of County Commissioners (Board) with a Progress Report on the Collier County Floodplain Management Plan that was developed as a requirement of the County’s participation in the National Flood Insurance Program’s Community Rating System. Staff is providing this annual report to keep the Board informed of progress with regards to floodplain management within the County. CONSIDERATIONS: Collier County is a voluntary participant in the Community Rating System of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). As such, the County has developed and maintains a Floodplain Management Plan. The purpose of a Floodplain Management Plan is to promote awareness of floodplain and flooding issues, identify known flood hazards, discuss past flooding events, assess the current floodplain/flooding problems, and set goals along with a s trategy to make the community more resistant to flooding. Collier County achieved a Community Rating System Class 5 rating in October 2015, which provides up to a 25 percent discount on the premium rates charged to flood insurance policyholders. Because of this rating, Collier County policyholders save roughly $7.8 million across approximately 70,000 flood insurance policies. As a part of the annual Community Rating System recertification with the NFIP, the County is required to provide a Progress Report on the accomplishments of goals in the Floodplain Management Plan. This Progress Report covers the latest year of the previously adopted Floodplain Management Plan. The County adopted its effective Floodplain Management Plan on March 10, 2015. The Floodplain Management Plan was developed by a consultant under the guidance of the Floodplain Management Planning Committee and was adopted as a component of the Local Mitigation Strategy. The Floodplain Management Plan must be updated every five years. The next update is scheduled for 2019- 2020. The Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Progress Report includes a report of progress made toward fulfilling the 2016 Mitigation Action Items which were derived from the goals, objectives, and policies of the effective Floodplain Management Plan. Please see Attachment 1 for details regarding the progress made in achieving each mitigation action item. In addition, the Committee reorganized and streamlined the action items into categories and updated the corresponding narrative describing each action item. Please see Attachment 2 for the updated narrative for each of the action items. The Committee reviewed and approved this Executive Summary and corresponding Attachments on May 10, 2017. FISCAL IMPACT: There are no fiscal impacts associated with this action. GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: There is no growth management impact associated with this action. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item has been reviewed by the County Attorney, raises no legal issue at this time, and requires majority vote for approval. -JAK RECOMMENDATION: To receive and approve the Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Progress Report. To support the inclusion of the updated narrative description for each action item in the effective Floodplain Management Plan. To approve the proposed Action Plan for 2017 and direct the 16.A.9 Packet Pg. 726 06/27/2017 County Manager or designee to insert it into the effective Floodplain Management Plan. Prepared By: Caroline Cilek, AICP, CFM, Manager - Building Plan Review and Inspection Division ATTACHMENT(S) 1. Attach. 1 Annual Progress Report 2016 (DOCX) 2. Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (PDF) 16.A.9 Packet Pg. 727 06/27/2017 COLLIER COUNTY Board of County Commissioners Item Number: 16.A.9 Doc ID: 3259 Item Summary: Recommendation to receive and approve the Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Progress Report and the Proposed Action Plan for 2017. Meeting Date: 06/27/2017 Prepared by: Title: Sr. Engineer – Building Plan Review & Inspections Name: Howard Critchfield 05/24/2017 9:11 AM Submitted by: Title: Director - Building Plans Review & Inspections – Building Plan Review & Inspections Name: Richard Long 05/24/2017 9:11 AM Approved By: Review: Growth Management Department Judy Puig Level 1 Division Reviewer Completed 05/24/2017 9:57 AM Growth Management Development Review Caroline Cilek Additional Reviewer Completed 06/01/2017 1:58 PM Growth Management Department Howard Critchfield Level 2 Division Administrator Skipped 05/24/2017 8:52 AM Growth Management Department James French Additional Reviewer Completed 06/06/2017 10:35 PM County Attorney's Office Jeffrey A. Klatzkow Level 3 County Attorney's Office Review Completed 06/07/2017 9:26 AM Office of Management and Budget Valerie Fleming Level 3 OMB Gatekeeper Review Completed 06/09/2017 12:16 PM Budget and Management Office Mark Isackson Additional Reviewer Completed 06/16/2017 10:55 AM County Manager's Office Leo E. Ochs Level 4 County Manager Review Completed 06/16/2017 11:46 AM Board of County Commissioners MaryJo Brock Meeting Pending 06/27/2017 9:00 AM 16.A.9 Packet Pg. 728 Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Progress Report 1 | P a g e Required ID Action Responsible Department Recurrence Progress 1.0 FLOODPLAIN REGULATION AND CODES Yes 1.1 Prepare and schedule FMP progress report each year and recommended FMPC activity to the Collier County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) each year. GMD – Floodplain Management Section Annual Board approved September 23, 2016, Agenda Item 16-A-45. Yes 1.2 Review the Land Development Code and the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance to propose improvements regarding floodplain management. GMD – Floodplain Management Section As needed No action needed. Yes 1.3 Annually prepare a public information meeting schedule and coordinate public information meetings for the FMPC. GMD – Floodplain Management Section Annual FMPC decided on a quarterly meeting schedule (second Wednesday of the month, February, May, August and November 2017). 2.0 STORMWATER PLANNING Yes 2.1 Coordinate roadway stormwater maintenance programs to address stormwater flooding problems. Road Maintenance, Stormwater Planning Annual The standardized process to receive quarterly reports from Road and Bridge. Yes 2.2 Maintain a “Localized Flooding Bubble Map” as needed. Road Maintenance, EMS, Stormwater Planning, Floodplain Management Section Annual or after a major rain event Standardized Operation Procedure (SOP) developed. Yes 2.3 Annually prepare a budget to implement the Stormwater Capital Improvement Plan fully. Engineering Department, Stormwater Planning Annual FY 2016-2017 16.A.9.a Packet Pg. 729 Attachment: Attach. 1 Annual Progress Report 2016 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Progress Report 2 | P a g e Required ID Action Responsible Department Recurrence Progress Yes 2.4 Support Stormwater Planning projects, starting with the top three: 1. Naples Park Stormwater Management Improvement, 2. Griffin Road Stormwater Management Improvement, and 3. Ridge Street Stormwater Management Improvement. Stormwater Planning 5 years Project Status: 1.Selected for a Feasibility Study 2.Project Profile Completed 3. Selected for a Feasibility study. 3.0 STORMWATER MANAGEMENT QUALITY PROGRAMS No 3.1 Continue to implement policies requiring BMPs for erosion and sediment controls to comply with NPDES permit requirements. Engineering & Natural Resources Department 5 years Bi-Annual Reports for NPDES sent to FDEP in 2015. No 3.2 Continue stormwater management and water quality programs to address BMP opportunities throughout the County. Stormwater Planning, Engineering & Natural Resources Department 5 Years The effort is ongoing. Yes 3.3 Maintain a professional landscaper certification program. Green Industries- Best Management Practices Office, CC Contractor licensing, CC Tax Collector and FDACS Annual The program is working to reach out to the professional landscaping population. The program was approved in late 2015 to include Property Management and Pesticide Application professionals. Eleven (11) training courses scheduled by Greenscape Alliance for 2016. 16.A.9.a Packet Pg. 730 Attachment: Attach. 1 Annual Progress Report 2016 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Progress Report 3 | P a g e Required ID Action Responsible Department Recurrence Progress Yes 3.4 Develop a Low Impact Development (LID) Manual. Engineering & Natural Resources Department 2-4 years Drafting of the LID Manual is ongoing. No 3.5 Utilize pollutant screening baskets in catch basins. (City of Marco Island) City of Marco Island Public Works Department 5 years Ongoing. Installed over 72% of City of Marco Storm Drain System. 4.0 FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT SECTION SERVICES Yes 4.1 Coordinate with the local real estate boards to hold all educational meetings about flood insurance. GMD – Floodplain Management Section Yearly/ When maps change or NFIP reform Presentations shared information about flood insurance, Floodplain Management Plan, DFIRM, etc. Yes 4.2 Maintain active participation and communication with federal/state/local organizations and agencies to identify flood hazard information and enhance flood hazard awareness, including building construction requirements. GMD – Floodplain Management Section As needed. NFIP reform The effort is ongoing. Yes 4.3 Annually replace or update flood information at the following county libraries: Headquarters (North Collier), Marco Island, Naples Regional, and South Regional. GMD – Floodplain Management Section Annual Completed a thorough overall to library materials in December 2016. Yes 4.4 Coordinate with other County departments to develop a program to address all technical assistance questions from the general public GMD – Floodplain Management As needed Ongoing. Continue to share Flood Information Hotline and Flood Information email address with County departments and public. 16.A.9.a Packet Pg. 731 Attachment: Attach. 1 Annual Progress Report 2016 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Progress Report 4 | P a g e Required ID Action Responsible Department Recurrence Progress including flood protection assistance, elevation certificates, building construction requirements, etc. Section Yes 4.5 Develop a comprehensive program to provide flood insurance information to property owners in the SFHA. GMD – Floodplain Management Section Annual Ongoing. Yes 4.6 Enhance the County floodplain management website including education/outreach information for the Flood Watch Program (BCB Tool), and creating an informational section for the professional community regarding requirements for a Letter of Map Changes submittal to the County. GMD – Floodplain Management Section Annual Ongoing work to County’s website. Updated FAQs, and reviewing all web pages. 5.0 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT No 5.1 Continue to annually fulfill all training and reporting requirements to be certified as a “Storm Ready” community. Emergency Management 3 years Approved Storm Ready community thru 2017. 6.0 OTHER MITIGATION ACTIONS No 6.1 Continue support of the Coastal Zone Management program. GMD- Coastal Management Annual Support ongoing. Yes 6.2 Plan to obtain topographic information, including LiDAR in 10-15 year intervals. GMD-Floodplain Management Section 10-15 years Physical Map Revision in progress. Yes 6.3 Develop a Program for Public Information (PPI) involving Collier County, Marco Island, Naples and Everglades City. GMD – Floodplain Management Section Annual Action on hold. 16.A.9.a Packet Pg. 732 Attachment: Attach. 1 Annual Progress Report 2016 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Progress Report 5 | P a g e 16.A.9.a Packet Pg. 733 Attachment: Attach. 1 Annual Progress Report 2016 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 1 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions for 2017 1.0 Floodplain Regulations and Codes 1.1 Prepare and schedule Floodplain Management Plan (FMP) progress report by April of each year and recommended Floodplain Management Planning Committee (FMPC) activity to the Collier County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) each year. Project Description: An annual evaluation report on progress towards plan implementation must be prepared at least once each year and submitted with the community’s annual CRS recertification. Hazard Addressed: All hazards addressed by the FPM, including: Climate Change and Sea Level Rise; Coastal/Canal Bank Erosion; Dam/Levee Failure; Flood: 100/500 year; Flood: Stormwater/Localized Flooding, Hurricane and Tropical Storms (including Storm Surge) Issue/Background: The Floodplain Management Plan is the production of an overall strategy of programs, projects, and measures that will reduce the adverse impact of the hazard on the community and help meet other community needs. Other Alternatives: Failure to submit the evaluation report with the community’s annual recertification will result in loss of the planning credit (i.e., FMP = 0). This can cause a Category C repetitive loss community to revert to a CRS Class 10. Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: To maintain the credit for Activity 512.a, every year the FMPC must evaluate the FMP progress toward implementing the projects and programs in the plan, area analysis, or natural floodplain functions plan, and submit a report of that evaluation with its annual CRS recertification. Responsible Office: Growth Management Department- Floodplain Management Section Priority (H, M, L): High Cost Estimate: Staff time Benefits (Loss Avoided): N/A Potential Funding: General Fund Timeframe: On-going CRS Activities Associated: 512.a Floodplain Management Planning (FMP). 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 734 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report) 2 1.2 Review the Land Development Code and the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance to propose improvements regarding floodplain management. Project Description: The Land Development Code (LDC) will be evaluated on an as needed and as appropriate basis to address related flood mitigation provisions. Hazards Addressed: All hazards may be addressed by LDC, including: Climate Change and Sea Level Rise; Coastal/Canal Bank Erosion; Dam/Levee Failure; Flood: 100/500 year; Flood: Stormwater/Localized Flooding, Hurricane and Tropical Storms (including Storm Surge) Issue/Background: There are several provisions within the LDC regarding floodplain management that are outdated which need to be examined. Further, the FDPO, although in compliance, is not consistent with the Florida Building Code and needs to be reviewed for consistency. Other Alternatives: No action. Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: The LDC Amendment cycle process and related Code of Laws amendment process, which contains the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance. It would also be beneficial to utilize the PPI committee to assist with outreach to the public regarding any changes to any codes. Responsible Office: Floodplain Management Section, Land Development Code Section Priority (H, M, L): Low Cost Estimate: Staff time Benefits (Losses Avoided): To maintain relevant and current floodplain management standards. Potential Funding: There are no additional costs associated with this item. Staff time. Timeframe: 5 years CRS Activities Associated: 430 Higher Regulatory Standards 1.3 Annually prepare a public information meeting schedule and coordinate public information meetings for the FMPC. Project Description: Work with the FMPC to schedule required meetings. Submit public news releases to ensure public is aware of upcoming meetings. Schedule special public meetings as needed. Hazards Addressed: All hazards addressed by FMP, including: Climate Change and Sea Level Rise; Coastal/Canal Bank Erosion; Dam/Levee Failure; Flood: 100/500 year; Flood: Stormwater/Localized Flooding, Hurricane and Tropical Storms (including Storm Surge) 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 735 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report) 3 Issue/Background: Educate residents and property owners about the hazards, loss reduction measures, and the natural and beneficial functions of floodplains; Build public and political support for activities and projects that prevent new problems, reduce losses, and protect the natural and beneficial functions of floodplains. Other Alternatives: N/A Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: The meeting schedule is proposed and determined at a third FMPC quarterly meeting of every year, or as needed. Responsible Office: GMD – Floodplain Management Section Priority (H, M, L): High Cost Estimate: Staff Time Benefits (Losses Avoided): N/A Potential Funding: General Funding Timeframe: On-going CRS Activities Associated: 330 Outreach Projects, 512.a Floodplain Management Planning (FMP). 2.0 Stormwater Planning 2.1 Coordinate roadway stormwater maintenance programs to address stormwater flooding problems. Project Description: Support the Road Maintenance Division in addressing stormwater flooding problems. Connect with the Road Maintenance Department to identify areas of routine flooding and include them on the flooding bubble map. Hazards Addressed: Flood: 100/500 year; Flood: Stormwater/Localized Flooding; Hurricane and Tropical Storms (including Storm Surge) Issue/Background: When a drainage system loses a portion of its conveyance or storage capacity, overbank flooding occurs more frequently and flows reach higher elevations, potentially damaging nearby structures or causing increased channel erosion. Other Alternatives: N/A Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: The Road Maintenance Division has a program to inspect the county’s drainage system components annually, upon receiving a complaint, and after each major storm. 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 736 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report) 4 Responsible Office: Road Maintenance Division, Capital Planning, Floodplain Management Section Priority (H, M, L): High Cost Estimate: Staff Time Benefits (Losses Avoided): Potential Funding: General Fund Timeframe: Ongoing CRS Activities Associated: 540 Drainage System Maintenance 2.2 Maintain a “Localized Flooding Bubble Map” as needed. Project Description: The “Localized Flooding Bubble Map” is a database of localized flooding events and captures the extent of the localized flooding following a major rain event – identified as a flash flood warning. It is also utilized to illustrate areas where improvements could be considered and to determine if completed capital improvements are working. The map is shared with the Weather Service to inform them of areas prone to localized flooding. A historical map is also maintained as of 2003 to show yearly flooding impacts in the county. Hazards Addressed: Flood: 100/500 year; Flood: Stormwater/Localized Flooding; Hurricane and Tropical Storms (including Storm Surge) Issue/Background: 2003 - present. Other Alternatives: No action; Redefine major rain event. Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: Currently, GMD- Road Maintenance identifies the areas that are flooded during or following a major rain event. This information is shared with EMS and other sections of the GMD, including Stormwater Planning and Floodplain Management. Public Utilities is also notified by EMS during an event, in particular if lift stations are in areas that are likely to flood. Road Maintenance, EMS, Stormwater Planning and the Floodplain Management Section work collectively to provide data to the GIS Department to update the map. Responsible Office: Road Maintenance, Emergency Management Division, Stormwater Management Section, Floodplain Management Section Priority (H, M, L): Medium Cost Estimate: Staff time Benefits (Losses Avoided): The map is used to inform county staff about areas that have historically flooded and areas that may incur localized flooding again. This is particularly helpful during a major storm event. The map can also be used for project prioritization for the AUIR or 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 737 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report) 5 Stormwater Planning prioritization efforts. Further, once Stormwater improvements are made, it can be used to see if the improvements are working. Potential Funding: Staff time. Timeframe: Ongoing CRS Activities Associated: 540 Drainage System Maintenance 2.3 Annually prepare a budget to implement the Stormwater Capital Improvement Plan CIP. Project Description: Stormwater Planning Section generates a list of currently funded prioritized projects for the Board to review and approve through the AUIR/CIE process. Project list is presented to the Collier County Planning Commission for review and recommendation and then to the Board of County Commissioners for review and adoption. Hazards Addressed: Flood: 100/500 year; Flood: Stormwater/Localized Flooding; Hurricane and Tropical Storms (including Storm Surge) Issue/Background: Projects are prioritized through the Project Planning Process, in which a Scoring Committee identifies projects through an evaluation process for advancement into the AUIR/5-year Plan and annual Stormwater Management budget process. Other Alternatives: N/A Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: AUIR/CIE process Responsible Office: Stormwater Management Section Priority (H, M, L): High Cost Estimate: Staff time Benefits (Losses Avoided): A CIP produces methodical and organized planning for the acquisition, financing, and use of capital improvements. A controlled CIP provides for a more effective evaluation of alternatives and solutions than the crisis-decision process. Potential Funding: General Fund Timeframe: On-going CRS Activities Associated: 542.c. Capital improvement program (CIP). 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 738 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report) 6 2.4 Support Stormwater Planning projects, starting with the top three: 1. Naples Park Stormwater Management Improvement, 2. Griffin Road Stormwater Management Improvement, and 3. Ridge Street Stormwater Management Improvement. Project Description: Stormwater Planning has prioritized 15 potential capital improvement projects as part of the Stormwater Management Project Planning Process. These projects have been reviewed and scored by an internal staff committee. This committee is made up of county staff from different departments such as Stormwater Planning, Asset Management, Engineering, Road Maintenance and Pollution Control. These projects have been vetted through the Floodplain Management Planning Committee on September 30th, 2014. Scoring is based on health and safety issues, project feasibility, environmental benefits, and project support. The top three have been identified by the committee as the most beneficial in all areas and the most feasible. Hazards Addressed: Flood: 100/500 year; Flood: Stormwater/Localized Flooding; Hurricane and Tropical Storms (including Storm Surge). Issue/Background: Each of the Project Profile Fact sheets, included at the end of the Action Item details describes the origin of each project, the primary and secondary objectives, the affected acreage, the number of parcels and the property’s assed value. Additional figures regarding the costs of each project are included. Other Alternatives: No action or selection of different projects. Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: Top ranked projects are selected for feasibility studies. A feasibility study will provide more detailed and secured information regarding cost and duration of the project. Projects will be re-scored to advance to the Stormwater Planning Capital Improvement Program as funds become available. Responsible Office: Stormwater Management Section Priority (H, M, L): High Cost Estimate: See individual Project Profile Sheets Benefits (Losses Avoided): All three projects profiles identify a primary and secondary objective. Objectives include stormwater capacity, water quality, and environmental restoration. These objectives benefit local residents and the county at large. Potential Funding: Stormwater Capital Improvement Fund. No funding mechanism is currently in place; however, these projects have been identifies as priority projects for funding identification for grants, enterprise, and/or general revenue over the next five years. Timeframe: 5 years CRS Activities Associated: 542.c. Capital improvement program (CIP). 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 739 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report) 7 3.0 Stormwater Management Quality Programs 3.1 Continue to implement policies requiring BMPs for erosion and sediment controls to comply with NPDES permit requirements. Project Description: Continue to implement construction site inspections for compliance with NPDES Construction General Permit through the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Hazards Addressed: Flood: Stormwater/Localized Flooding Issue/Background: Construction sites are a potential source of pollution from sediment transport due to erosion associated with materials and equipment used at a construction projects. Other Alternatives: Required by Federal rules under the Clean Water Act. The rule specifies that construction site operators and owners have a legal responsibility to keep sediment and other pollutants from leaving the construction site and impacting on-site preserve areas and stormwater system components. Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: Collier County regulates and enforces control of sediment and other pollutants on construction sites with provisions for site compliance inspections to sites disturbing under 1 acre. Monetary fines or closing a site may occur for non-compliance with approved site-specific sediment and erosion control plans. Responsible Office: Stormwater Management Section, Pollution Control, Engineering & Row Inspections Priority (H, M, L): Medium Cost Estimate: Staff time Benefits (Losses Avoided): Potential Funding: General Fund Timeframe: On-going CRS Activities Associated: 452.c Erosion and Sedimentation. 3.2 Continue Stormwater Management and water quality programs to address BMP opportunities throughout the County. Track progress through the FMPC Action Report. Project Description: The County continues to maintain the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) as well as identify additional methods to address pollution through 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 740 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report) 8 BMPs. Any additional methods to be implemented would be publically vetted and incorporated into the Land Development Code or other regulating document. Hazards Addressed: All hazards addressed by the FPM, including: Climate Change and Sea Level Rise; Coastal/Canal Bank Erosion; Dam/Levee Failure; Flood: 100/500 year; Flood: Stormwater/Localized Flooding, Hurricane and Tropical Storms (including Storm Surge) Issue/Background: Collier County’s stormwater collection system (called a Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System, or MS4) is covered under an NPDES Phase II MS4 Stormwater Permit (Permit ID FLR04E037). Other Alternatives: N/A Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: Elements of the Permit require the County to have a “Stormwater Management Program” (SWMP) that reasonably attempts to prevent pollution from entering the stormwater collection system from non-point sources. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) administers this program in Florida under 62-624 F.A.C Responsible Office: Stormwater Management Section, Pollution Control, Engineering & Row Inspections Priority (H, M, L): Medium Cost Estimate: Staff Time Benefits (Losses Avoided): Potential Funding: General Fund Timeframe: On-going CRS Activities Associated: 452.c Erosion and Sedimentation. 3.3 Maintain a professional landscaper certification program. Project Description: To educate landscape and lawn maintenance businesses in Collier County in order to protect local watersheds from fertilizer, pesticide and herbicide impacts. Chemicals such as fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides present a significant danger to surface and groundwater quality. Overuse of such chemicals can lead to eutrophication of local waterways causing algae blooms, fish kills and drinking water contamination. Hazards Addressed: Flood (Stormwater/Localized Flooding) Issue/Background: Collier County is required to meet state and national water quality standards for surface and groundwater. The landscaper certification program is one of the ways that Collier County demonstrates active protection of local water quality. Other Alternatives: Public outreach and education. 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 741 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report) 9 Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: As with any trade an occupational license is required from the local business tax office. In addition to a business license, Collier County Contractor Licensing has been managing landscaper licensure in the current fashion since 2007. To obtain landscape contractor licensing the applicant must complete the Gainesville Independent Testing Services Inc. (GITS) test with a score of 75% or better, along with an application that is evaluated by Contractor Licensing and must be able to prove 12 months of experience in the landscaping trade. To be able to apply fertilizers in the County the applicant must be Green Industries Best Management Practices (GI-BMP) certified. This certificate requires a passing score of 75% or better. The GI-BMP certificate, photo ID and an application must be then submitted to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS). Responsible Office: GI-BMP office, Collier County Contractor licensing, Collier County Tax Collector: Business Tax Department and FDACS. Priority (H, M, L): Medium. It is currently a well-implemented program in place since January 2014 Cost Estimate: Cost charged to business owner/worker includes: GITS application cost is $130 with an additional $80-120 to take the test, GI-BMP training fee $15 to $30 depending on the need for training, $25 application fee submitted to FDACS for state applicators license. Staff time is accounted for in budget cycles. Benefits (Losses Avoided): It is essential to certify landscapers in proper technique when land applying chemicals in order to reduce nutrient impacts to local watersheds. Potential Funding: National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) funds used to subsidize training needs for the GI-BMP training courses. Timeframe: Ongoing. CRS Activities Associated: 332 Outreach Projects. 3.4 Develop a Low Impact Development (LID) Manual. Project Description: To develop a LID Manual that would provide options for alternate designs for re-development and new development projects. Hazards Addressed: Flood: Stormwater/Localized Flooding Issue/Background: The County’s accepted Watershed Management Plan identifies in Vo1. 3 Initiative 1 - a Low Impact Development Program. The initiative proposes the implementation of an LID program that would apply to development. The Watershed Management Plan relays that “LID is a well-established approach to stormwater management that relies on hydrology-based site planning and design. LID aims to minimizing the volume of runoff and associated pollutant loads reaching the receiving water bodies and managing it as close as possible to where it is generated. Techniques defined as micro-controls are implemented in a dispersed fashion throughout a site.” Other Alternatives: No action, however, this is an existing project that is supported by the Watershed Management Plan. 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 742 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report) 10 Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: An LID design guide will be developed by staff and with input from the engineering community and interested stakeholders. After a period of time for the development community to exercise the guide and assess its workability, the designs will be worked into the LDC for full implementation. Incentives can be used to help implement LID and it will start as a voluntary program. Responsible Office: Capital Projects Planning, Impact Fees and Program Management Priority (H, M, L): Medium Cost Estimate: Staff time, volunteer time Potential Funding: Staff time Benefits (Losses Avoided): Increased onsite stormwater storage will reduce the potential damage to onsite structures. Timeframe: 2 -4 years CRS Activities and Credit Points Associated: 452.a.3 Low-impact development (LID). Up to 25 points. 3.5 Utilize pollutant screening baskets in catch basins. (City of Marco Island) Project Description: Improve water quality and reduce public health hazards by installing stormwater inlet skimmer boxes. In addition, capturing and holding a wide range of contaminants such as soil particulates, liquid organics, trash and both organic and inorganic debris meet State TMDL discharge requirements. Hazards Addressed: Flood: 100/500 year; Flood: Stormwater/Localized Flooding Issue/Background: During the rainy season the ground gets saturated, causing water to flow quickly across impervious surfaces. Moving quickly, not having a chance to percolate into the soil, the water picks up pollutants as it travels to the swales and storm drains. The pollutants in the stormwater runoff come from roadways, driveways, sidewalks, roofs, and residues on vegetation, mostly consisting of organic particles, pesticides, fertilizers, gas, oils and larger debris. In the past communities have had to close their public beaches for days due to high levels of bacteria that could be harmful to beach goers and swimmers. The Florida Department of Health stated the high bacteria concentrations at these beaches came from stormwater runoff. One hundred miles of canals equates to over one hundred miles of roadways and, of course, adding in roof tops, driveways, sidewalks, bricked features in yards, docks and pool decks means this small island has a large area of impervious surfaces which in turn creates high flows of stormwater runoff to the lakes, canals, Marco River and Gulf of Mexico. Stormwater runoff treatment is extremely important to protect and maintain the quality of the surface waters. Over the past few years, Marco Island has improved the over 1,500 stormwater outfalls throughout the island by installing treatment systems referred to as “storm inlet skimmer boxes”. The skimmer boxes have two steps to treat or “clean” stormwater runoff before the water flows into the canal system. Within the skimmer box, encircling the grate like a boom, is a hydrocarbon filter. The boom-like filter catches larger debris, grass clippings, leaves, twigs, and trash of all types, that is carried by stormwater runoff as well as absorbing fertilizer, pesticide and organic 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 743 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report) 11 particles. When a small rain shower or slow moving storm occurs, the stormwater runoff has low to medium in flow; the water has to travel through the boom like filter before entering the drain. If a deluge occurs, the stormwater flow is high, the water will travel through and cascade over the boom prior to entering the drain. Once in the drain, the second step to treating or “cleaning” the runoff water is the graduated sieve, which is a series of screening that progressively sieves or filters the water through smaller grates or filters, collecting nutrients and silt that still remains in the runoff water. Water may sit in the graduated sieve system until the stormwater flow is high enough to move the water through the progressive screening system then to the out fall to surface waters. Other Alternatives: Fertilizer ordinances. Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: City’s Capital Improvement Program. Responsible Office: City of Marco Island Public Works Department Priority (H, M, L): High Cost Estimate: $ 200,000 per year for five years with a unit price of approximately $700 each. Benefits (Losses Avoided): Economic disruptions from lost tourism and public health and welfare. Potential Funding: Grants from the South Florida Management District / Funding from CIP Timeframe: Ongoing. CRS Activities and Credit Points Associated: 452.d Water quality regulations (WQ), 20 points. 4.0 Floodplain Management Section Services 4.1 Coordinate with the local real estate boards to hold educational meetings about flood insurance. Project Description: Inform the real estate community about changes to the National Flood Insurance Program Flood Insurance policies (NFIP). Hazards Addressed: Flood: 100/500 year; Flood: Stormwater/Localized Flooding Issue/Background: Generally, the NFIP introduces changes to the Flood Insurance Manual twice a year. This provides Staff with the opportunity to share information with local real estate agents in the community. Other Alternatives: N/A Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: Presentations, Brochures, general public outreach. 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 744 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report) 12 Responsible Office: GMD – Floodplain Management Section Priority (H, M, L): Medium Cost Estimate: Staff time Benefits: Educational awareness to the real estate community. Potential Funding: General Fund Timeframe: On-going CRS Activities Associated:330 Outreach Projects 4.2 Maintain active participation and communication with federal/state/local organizations and agencies to identify flood hazard information and enhance flood hazard awareness, including building construction requirements. Project Description: Utilize federal/state/and local resources for flood hazard information and for guidance on building construction requirements, when needed. Hazards Addressed: All hazards addressed by the FPM, including: Climate Change and Sea Level Rise; Coastal/Canal Bank Erosion; Dam/Levee Failure; Flood: 100/500 year; Flood: Stormwater/Localized Flooding, Hurricane and Tropical Storms (including Storm Surge) Issue/Background: The State of Florida’s Floodplain Management Program provides materials and informed staff that can assist local offices with floodplain management implementing regulations. Other Alternatives: N/A Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: In-person meetings, conference calls, letters. Responsible Office: GMD – Floodplain Management Section Priority (H, M, L): Medium Cost Estimate: Staff time Benefits: Educational awareness to the community. Potential Funding: General Fund Timeframe: On-going CRS Activities Associated: 330 Outreach projects, 610 Flood Warning and Response 4.3 Annually replace or update flood information at the following county libraries: Headquarters (North Collier), Marco Island, Naples Regional, and South Regional. 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 745 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report) 13 Project Description: Visit and examine the materials at Collier County libraries to determine if the materials are still available to the public, and are up to date. If the materials are no longer available or not up to date, then will staff will update the materials. Hazards Addressed: Issue/Background: Libraries in the resources section, provide a shelf of Flood Protection Materials. Other Alternatives: N/A Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: Staff visiting libraries. Responsible Office: GMD – Floodplain Management Section Potential Funding: General Fund Priority (H, M, L): Medium Cost Estimate: Staff time Benefits: Educational awareness to the community Potential Funding: General Fund Timeframe: On-going CRS Activities Associated: 350 Flood Protection Information 4.4 Coordinate with other County departments to develop a program to address all technical assistance questions from the general public including flood protection assistance, elevation certificates, building construction requirements, etc. Project Description: Request that other County departments direct questions from the public involving flood protection assistance, elevation certificates, building construction requirements to the Floodplain Management Section. Hazards Addressed: All hazards addressed by the FPM, including: Climate Change and Sea Level Rise; Coastal/Canal Bank Erosion; Dam/Levee Failure; Flood: 100/500 year; Flood: Stormwater/Localized Flooding, Hurricane and Tropical Storms (including Storm Surge) Issue/Background: Service has been provided by Floodplain Management Section for many years. Other Alternatives: N/A Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: Walk-in customers, brochures, website and phone calls. Responsible Office: GMD – Floodplain Management Section Potential Funding: General Fund 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 746 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report) 14 Priority (H, M, L): Medium Cost Estimate: Staff Time Benefits: Educational Awareness Timeframe: On-going CRS Activities and Credit Points Associated: 340 Flood Protection Information, 350 Flood Protection Information, 360 Flood Protection Assistance. 4.5 Develop a comprehensive program to provide flood insurance information to property owners in the SFHA. Project Description: Develop a comprehensive program to deliver flood insurance information to property owners in the SFHA through methods, such as the following: • Services provided by County Staff include, but are not limited to: FIRM information services; flood protection information (Act. 350), Flood protection Assistance (Activity 360), Elevation Certificate information (Act. 310), names of local surveyors; names of consultants and contractors knowledgeable in retrofitting techniques; assistance regarding Letter of Map Change process, etc. • Current flood insurance information and materials will be provided as requested by groups or agencies in the area, including but not limited to: presentations about flood insurance reforms; explanations of NFIP, FIRM, CRS, etc. • Annual mailings will continue to be sent to bankers/lenders/real estate agents, rep loss areas, rep loss properties, and all property owners in the SFHA (CRS Activity 330). Hazards Addressed: Coastal/Canal Bank Erosion, Flood: 100/500 year, Flood: Stormwater/Localized Flooding, Hurricane and Tropical Storms (including Storm Surge) Issue/Background: GMD/Floodplain Management Section currently provides flood insurance information to property owners in the SFHA, individuals who walk-in for flood related questions, and civic and other organizations which seek information and updates on flood insurance reforms. Other Alternatives: No action, however, this is ongoing effort by the GMD and is requested daily by the public. Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: Floodplain Management Section Staff website, phone calls, Responsible Office: GMD - Floodplain Management Section Priority (H, M, L): High 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 747 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report) 15 Cost Estimate: Staff time, funds for informational mailings Benefits (Losses Avoided): Local property owners and industry related professionals are provided information, as needed, including: flood insurance and FIRM information services; flood protection information (Act. 350), Flood protection Assistance (Activity 360), Elevation Certificate information (Act. 310), names of local surveyors; names of consultants and contractors knowledgeable in retrofitting techniques; assistance regarding LOMC process, etc. Potential Funding: General Fund – need to maintain current funding for this action. Receive free information pamphlets, etc. from FEMA. Timeframe: 1-2 years – ongoing. CRS Activities Associated: 320 Map information Service, 330 Outreach Projects 4.6 Enhance the County floodplain management website including education/outreach information for the Flood Watch Program (BCB Tool), and creating an informational section for the professional community regarding requirements for a Letter of Map Changes submittal to the County. Project Description: The Big Cypress Basin Real-time Hydrologic Monitoring and Modeling System (BCBRTHMS, a.k.a. Flood Watch) is a mission critical tool used by the Big Cypress Basin (BCB) and BCB Field station for real-time decision support for daily operation and maintenance activities. The system is also used by the Big Cypress Basin (BCB) as a live watershed management tool, as well as an online public outreach tool. The Collier County Emergency Management Department is also in the process of adopting the system as its “Flood Recognition Alert System.” The on-line link of BCBRTHMS system is as following: www.sfwmd.gov/floodwatch/index.htm. This tool will be shared with the public and interested community groups so as to better inform them. Hazards Addressed: Flood: 100/500 year; Flood: Stormwater/Localized Flooding; Hurricane and Tropical Storms (including Storm Surge) Issue/Background: Prior to implementation of this program, water managers and the public had no way of knowing water levels in canals without being in the office. Now, this program provides 24 hour monitoring of the flood control system. Other Alternatives: No action. Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: Floodplain Management Section Website Responsible Office: Floodplain Management Section Priority (H, M, L): Medium 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 748 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report) 16 Cost Estimate: Staff time. The system is operated by BCB and is a $25,000 contractual obligation for program plus 1.5 FTE ($100,000 – roughly) to support program. Benefits (Losses Avoided): System sends text alert to District water managers and County’s Emergency Management staff when levels in canal reach critical stages. Site is also available on District website and County also provides a link to the page. Anyone can check canal stages and gate operations and see our operational status and see if water is rising in certain reaches of canals. Potential Funding: General Fund. For BCB- Annual maintenance fee and Basin staff will maintain it within the BCB annual budget. Timeframe: Ongoing. CRS Activities Associated: 310 Elevation Certificates, 320 Map Information Service, 330 Outreach Projects, 610 Flood Warning and Response. 5.0 Emergency Management 5.1 Continue to annually fulfill all training and reporting require ments to be certified as a “Storm Ready” community. Project Description: StormReady is a nationwide community preparedness program that uses a systematic approach to help communities develop plans to handle all types of severe weather— from tornadoes to tsunamis. The program encourages communities to take a new, proactive approach to improving local hazardous weather operations by providing emergency managers with clear-cut guidelines on how to improve their hazardous weather operations. Hazards Addressed: Hurricane and Tropical Storms (including Storm Surge) Issue/Background: StormReady was initiated in 1999.Its sponsors saw formal recognition as a way to increase cooperation among the various agencies responsible for disaster preparedness. Other Alternatives: No action. Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: Collier County Bureau of Emergency Management fulfill the StormReady program requirement. To be officially StormReady, a community must: Establish a 24-hour warning point and emergency operations center; have redundant communications systems to receive severe weather forecasts and warnings and to alert the public; create a system that monitors local weather conditions; Promote the importance of public readiness through community seminars; develop a formal hazardous weather plan, which includes training severe weather spotters and holding emergency exercises. Responsible Office: Emergency Management 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 749 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report) 17 Priority (H, M, L): Medium Cost Estimate: Staff Time Benefits: Encourage communities to ensure timely identification of impending flood threats, disseminate warnings to appropriate floodplain occupants, and coordinate flood response activities to reduce the threat to life and property. Potential Funding: General Fund Timeframe: On-going CRS Activities Associated: Activity 612.e StormReady community (SRC) 6.0 OTHER MITIGATION ACTIONS 6.1 Continue support of the Coastal Zone Management program. Project Description: Support Coastal Zone Management (CZM) program projects. Examples of CZM projects are: Artificial Reef Deployments, Inspection and Management, Beach Maintenance and Management, Beach Park Facilities, Channel marker Maintenance and Management, Estuary Management, and Inlet Maintenance and Management. Hazards Addressed: Climate Change and Sea Level Rise; Coastal/Canal Bank Erosion; Flood: 100/500 year; Hurricane and Tropical Storms (including Storm Surge) Other Alternatives: N/A Responsible Office: GMD Priority (H, M, L): Low Cost Estimate: Staff Time Benefits (Losses Avoided): Potential Funding: General Fund Timeframe: On-going CRS Activities Associated: 542.f Coastal Erosion Protection Maintenance 6.2 Plan to obtain topographic information, including LiDAR in 10-15 year intervals. Project Description: Plan to obtain updated topographic information, including LiDAR in 10-15 year intervals to improve the FIRM’s accuracy. This includes the RFP process, data collection period, and Physical Map Revision (PMR) review and approval process. Hazards Addressed: Improving the FIRM’s accuracy will provide information that can be used to understand risks related to all hazards. Climate Change and Sea Level Rise; Coastal/Canal Bank 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 750 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report) 18 Erosion; Dam/Levee Failure; Flood: 100/500 year; Flood: Stormwater/Localized Flooding; Hurricane and Tropical Storms (including Storm Surge) Issue/Background: The County’s current topographic information was collected in 2007 and the FIRM became effective May, 17, 2012. At that time, the county collaborated with the USACOE and the Collier County Property Appraiser to collect LiDAR. As of January 2015, the County is undergoing RiskMAP which will provide information regarding the coastal area and has submitted two PMRSs for four basins (Coco B, Coco C, District 6, and Henderson). A 10-15 year time would show changes in topography due to change in the natural and built environment. Other Alternatives: No action; Change the time frame. Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: The RFP process will be required and data collection and review time must be considered. Partnerships may be sought with State agencies, Federal agencies and local agencies, such as the property appraiser. Responsible Office: Floodplain Management Priority (H, M, L): Medium Cost Estimate: $5 million or more Benefits (Losses Avoided): Updated and accurate topographic information will provide improved decision making capabilities for county officials, the development industry, and the general public. The special flood hazard area will be updated and areas that have changed in elevation, areas that are more susceptible to flooding and areas that are more resilient to flooding will be mapped. Potential Funding: General Fund. No funding mechanism is currently in place; however, this may be identified as a priority project for funding identification and funded through grants, enterprise, and/or general revenue. Timeframe: 5 years CRS Activities Associated 442.a. Additional map data (AMD 8). 6.3 Develop a Program for Public Information (PPI) involving Collier County, Marco Island, Naples and Everglades City. Project Description: Coordinate with City of Marco Island, City of Naples, and Everglades City to develop a PPI program that is consistent with CRS Activity 330 – Outreach Projects. Hazards Addressed: The PPI committee will delineate, as part of its plan, target areas that are subject to flooding/flooding concerns. All hazards may be included in the PPI Program (Climate Change and Sea Level Rise Coastal/Canal Bank Erosion, Dam/Levee Failure, and Flood: 100/500 year, Flood: Stormwater/Localized Flooding, Hurricane and Tropical Storms (including Storm Surge)) 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 751 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report) 19 Issue/Background: The PPI program will discuss various target audiences. The PPI offers a maximum of up to 130 CRS credit points and allows for several areas of overlap. Other Alternatives: No action. Existing Planning Mechanism(s) through which Action Will Be Implemented: Existing committees will be accessed to develop the PPI group. Responsible Office: GMD – Floodplain Management Section Priority (H, M, L): High Cost Estimate: Staff time, Volunteer time, Funds for informational mailings (General Fund - $10,000 or less + postage fees) Benefits (Losses Avoided): Educational Potential Funding: General Fund Timeframe: 1 – 2 years CRS Activities Associated: 332.c Program for Public Information (PPI). 16.A.9.b Packet Pg. 752 Attachment: Attach. 2 Detailed Flood Hazard Mitigation Actions 2017 (3259 : Collier County Floodplain Management Plan 2016 Report)