Forest Lakes MSTU Minutes 06/06/2017 FOREST ROADWAY AND DRAINAGE M.S.T.U.
LAKES
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
3299 East Tamiami Trail Suite 103
Naples,FL 34112
Minutes
June 6,2017
I. Call to Order
Chairman Fogg called the meeting to order at 10:00 A.M.
A quorum was established.
II. Attendance
Members: George Fogg, Chair; Marianne Fanning, Vice Chair; Richard Barry;
Barbara Bell; John Goody
County: Dan Schumacher, Project Manager
Other: Aaron Gross, Ground Zero Landscaping; Wendy Warren, JuriSolutions
III. Approval of Agenda
Chairman Fogg moved to approve the Agenda of the Forest Lakes Advisory Committee as
presented Second by Ms. Fanning. Carried unanimously S- 0.
IV. Approval of Minutes—May 2,2017
Mr. Barry moved to approve the minutes of the May 2, 2017 Forest Lakes Advisory Committee
meeting as presented. Second by Ms. Bell. Carried unanimously S- 0.
V. Contractor Reports
A. Windham Studio—Scott Windham (not present) report attached.
Mr. Windham,Mr. Gross and Mr. Schumacher participated in the monthly landscape
community tour with findings documented by Mr. Gross.
Main Entry Island
• Cassia trees continue to decline as a result of a leaf fungus generic to the species. Alternate
plants are recommended in the report should the MSTU decide to replace the Cassia trees.
• Three damaged Euphorbia plants on the west side of the main entry island should be
trimmed and monitored for potential replacement.
• Sod patching required; estimated quantity one palette.
Forest Lakes Blvd
• Trim limbs out of head clearance zone above sidewalk at Light Pole numbers 93,124, 129
and 147.
• Light Pole #148—Monitor health of largely defoliated pink Tabebuia.
• Light Pole#132—Remove and replace Yellow Elder.
Woodshire Lane
• Trim growth from over fence at Light Poles 22 (Brazilian Pepper), 27, 28 and 40
(Australian Pine limbs).
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During Committee discussion the following was noted:
• Health of the Cassia trees in the community is inconsistent.
• Winter blooming shrubs such as Bougainvillea"Standards" in the six to eight foot height
range are recommended for the Entry Island.
Chairman Fogg motioned to replace the Cassia trees on the Main Entry Island with
Bougainvillea "Standards." Second by Mr. Barry.
Committee discussion determined it would be beneficial to do more research on the entry
landscape plan and defer a decision to a later date.
Mr. Schumacher will solicit Mr. Windham's recommendation for plant selection for the Entry
Island as well as individual community Cassia trees.
Mr. Gross, Ground Zero Landscape Maintenance, will provide photographs of the Bougainvillea
"Standard" and a price proposal for removal of the Entry Island Cassia trees and replacement
with Bougainvillea "Standards"at the August meeting.
B. Ground Zero Landscape Maintenance—Aaron Gross
Mr. Gross reported on activities as follows:
• Two dead Cassia trees have been removed.
• Sod will be patched.
• Trimming of growth from light poles will be completed in June.
VI. Project Managers Report
A. Budget Report
Mr. Schumacher presented the "Forest Lakes MSTU Fund 159, June 6, 2017" for FY17 noting:
• $178,218 of the $189,600 FY 17 Ad Valorem Tax budget has been collected.
• The Operating Expense budget is $167,383 of which$48,774 is committed and$94,587 in
invoices has been paid.
• Operating Expense available balance for FY17 is $23,022.47.
• Engineering Fees remaining, Line 12, in the amount of$6,966 will roll over to the FY18
budget.
• Line 38 `Reserves' will fund the planned Drainage Structures project, designed by ABB.
• Hannula's schedule for swale maintenance will be modified to weekly service commencing
in June 2017.
• Hannula Landscaping's purchase order for swale maintenance in the amount of$1,121.46
will be cancelled.
• Florida Fountains&Equipment has invoiced for fountain pump, motor and light repairs.
• Unused funds can be transferred between purchase orders to accommodate shortages if
necessary.
• Total Available Balance of$256,937 plus funds committed and not spent yields
Estimated Cash balance of$306,711.
During discussion the following was noted:
• Bond funds are expended; the County has reserved a portion of the funds to avoid default.
• Ground Zero Landscaping's contract expires in 2017. Mr. Schumacher is preparing an
Invitation to Bid((ITB) for Landscape Maintenance services from qualified contractors.
The contract will bundle landscaping and swale maintenance.
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• Funds for the drainage project are anticipated in the FY18 budget commencing October 1,
2017.
• Mr. Burnham stated during the May 2017 meeting that the preferred time frame for
installation of the Drainage Structures improvements, based on the Quail Run Golf Course
operations, is mid-April, 2018.
B. Lakes Weed Control Maintenance—Quail Run Easements Received and Recorded.
Mr. Schumacher reported the package has been received and a Request for Quote will be solicited
with a contract award anticipated for October 1, 2017.
C. Lake 14 Fountain Failure
Mr. Schumacher reported the pump and motor have been replaced.
D. Lake 9 Fountain LED's—NTP Issued to Replace(3)LED's on Aerator#1
Mr. Schumacher reported the LED lights have been installed by Florida Fountains & Equipment.
The Committee requested Mr. Schumacher review the program settings for light illumination and
recommended a 9 pm outage.
E. Light Pole Numbering—South End,North End,Forest Lakes Blvd,Woodshire Ln.
Mr. Schumacher distributed diagrams of numbered light poles for the South End,North End and
Forest Lakes Boulevard for information purposes. A record of poles and corresponding numbers
for Woodshire Lane could not be located; Mr. Windham will review his files to determine if he has
a record.
The Committee noted a duplication of numbers assigned to poles on Forest Lakes Boulevard and
will consider future action to correct the problem.
Mr. Schumacher will ask Mr. Windham if he has a map of light poles &number designations on
Woodshire Lane.
F. Quotes
a. Roadway Re-Striping& Reflectors
Mr. Schumacher presented proposals from McShea Contracting for pavement re-striping of
the perimeter and installation of reflectors on Woodshire Lane and Forest Lakes Boulevard as
follows:
i. Paint: cost quote - $13,890.
ii. Thermo-plastic: cost quote - $32,360.20
During Committee discussion the following was noted:
• McShea's paint quality meets FDOT specifications.
• Thermoplastic features long term durability, however cost is significantly higher.
• The quote does not include the cross walks.
• The future date community roads are scheduled to be re-paved should be researched.
Mr. Schumacher will research the following items and report his findings to the Committee:
• Opportunity to add elements to the paint such as silicone to increase longevity.
• Last date Woodshire Lane was striped; confirmation paint vs. thermoplastic.
• Typical longevity and durability of thermoplastic.
• Description of installation process.
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• Quote specific details.
VII. New Business
None
VIII. Old Business
None
IX. Public Comment
None
Next Meeting
August 1,2017 10:00 A.M.
Forest Lakes Condo Association Clubhouse
1058 Forest Lakes Drive,Naples FL,34110
There being no further business to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned by the
Chair at 11:38 AM.
FOREST LAKES ROADWAY AND DRAINAGE MSTU ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Geor,f Fogg,Chairman
The Minutes were approved by the Committee on A LGuS T I) 2017 , as presented X , or
as amended
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