Agenda 01/09/2018 Item #16D 701/09/2018
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation to approve the electronic submittal of a Project Application for Florida Fish and
Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Aquatic Habitat Restoration/Enhancement Section
(AHRES) Funding for the hydrologic modeling of Pepper Ranch Preserve.
OBJECTIVE: To apply for $59,950 in funding assistance for hydrologic modeling at Pepper Ranch
Preserve as the first step toward hydrologic restoration there.
CONSIDERATIONS: Pepper Ranch Preserve is located north and west of Lake Trafford in Immokalee,
Florida. The Conservation Collier Program’s acquisition of Pepper Ranch in 2009 was recognized as an
opportunity to protect water resource values of the wetlands associated with Lake Trafford. To improve
upon a project developed by Conservation Collier to restore the hydrology (movement of water) within
Pepper Ranch, Conservation Collier is currently collaborating with area stakeholders and the South
Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) to develop a more accurate Lake Trafford watershe d basin
delineation. Funding and technical assistance from the FWC AHRES is the next necessary component in
restoring Pepper Ranch hydrology and working with SFWMD and FWC to protect water quality at Lake
Trafford.
Before the County's acquisition of Pepper Ranch, a network of canals and ditches were created to
facilitate agricultural activities with the intention of draining water quickly off the land and in some
places, into Lake Trafford. The canals and ditches negatively impacted the hydrology of Pepper Ranch.
To restore the hydrology, many of these ditches and canals must be filled or blocked. Hydrologic
modeling of the Ranch will allow engineers to determine the most effective restoration design that will
also not negatively impact adjacent landowners. Restoration of the ranch will provide improved wetland-
dependent species habitat, aquifer recharge, and water quality benefits for Lake Trafford.
AHRES is responsible for managing, enhancing, and preserving aquatic habitat in Florida for the long-
term well-being of fish and aquatic wildlife and the benefit of the people of Florida. AHRES biologists
involved with the management of Lake Trafford have recommended that Collier County apply for project
funding assistance through AHRES. Projects are developed in coordination with other FWC staff through
teams developed to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to habitat management. Additionally, Collier
County staff will work closely with the Lake Trafford Management Team members to determine the best
restoration design for the ranch.
Collier County submitted this project for AHRES funding last year and the year before, but funding was
not approved. AHRES biologists have encouraged Collier County to re-submit the project this year.
AHRES biologists have also indicated that if the County can provide additional matching funds, the
project has a higher chance of being funded. Last year, Collier County proposed a match of $29,950. Staff
is recommending an additional match of $30,050 so that the total Collier County proposed match for the
project would be increased from 20% to 50%. Staff will also continue to seek partnerships with Florida
Gulf Coast University and University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences to provide in -
kind services to reduce the amount of Collier County cash match.
If funding is awarded, AHRES will pay state contractors for work that will be performed on the Pepper
Ranch Preserve property. No State funds will be transferred to Collier County. However, a budget
amendment for the County’s match, $60,000 will be brought to the Board of County Commissioners for
approval.
If this item is approved, staff will coordinate with FWC for the electronic submittal of the application. As
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such, the Chairman’s signature of the application is not required.
FISCAL IMPACT: The total cost of the project is $119,950. Collier County is requesting $59,950 in
FWC AHRES contractor services. The County will provide a $60,000 cash match toward the hydrologic
modeling, but staff will continue to seek partners that may be able to provide in-kind services to reduce
this cash match. County cash match is available within Conservation Collier Management Fund 174
Reserves.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: This proposal supports Goal 3 and Objective 7.3 of the
Conservation and Coastal Management Element of the County Growth Management Plan, which require
the County to protect its groundwater resources to ensure the highest water quality practical and to
continue to implement programs that conserve and protect endangered and threatened wildlife species.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item is approved for form and legality and requires a majority vote
for Board approval. -JAB
RECOMMENDATION: To approve the electronic submittal of a Project Application for FWC AHRE
Section Funding for the hydrologic modeling of Pepper Ranch Preserve.
Prepared By: Melissa Hennig, Senior Environmental Specialist, Parks and Recreation Division
ATTACHMENT(S)
1. AHRE 18-19 Project Application Long Form (PDF)
2. AHRE adjacent lands - Map (PDF)
3. AHRE project area - Map (PDF)
4. Pepper Ranch NHD Map (JPG)
5. Pepper Ranch-LIDAR - Map (PDF)
6. Pepper Ranch Road Map (PDF)
7. SFWMD BCB letter 11-15-07 (PDF)
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COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
Item Number: 16.D.7
Doc ID: 4385
Item Summary: Recommendation to approve the electronic submittal of a Project Application for
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Aquatic Habitat Restoration/Enhancement
Section (AHRES) Funding for the hydrologic modeling of Pepper Ranch Preserve.
Meeting Date: 01/09/2018
Prepared by:
Title: Operations Analyst – Parks & Recreation
Name: Matthew Catoe
12/19/2017 10:05 AM
Submitted by:
Title: Division Director - Parks & Recreation – Parks & Recreation
Name: Barry Williams
12/19/2017 10:05 AM
Approved By:
Review:
Parks & Recreation Ilonka Washburn Additional Reviewer Completed 12/19/2017 2:26 PM
Operations & Veteran Services Sean Callahan Additional Reviewer Completed 12/20/2017 10:42 AM
Parks & Recreation Barry Williams Additional Reviewer Completed 12/20/2017 1:27 PM
Public Services Department Todd Henry Level 1 Division Reviewer Completed 12/21/2017 3:17 PM
County Attorney's Office Jennifer Belpedio Level 2 Attorney of Record Review Completed 12/26/2017 2:49 PM
Public Services Department Steve Carnell Level 2 Division Administrator Review Completed 12/27/2017 1:50 PM
Grants Edmond Kushi Level 2 Grants Review Completed 12/28/2017 12:32 PM
County Attorney's Office Jeffrey A. Klatzkow Level 3 County Attorney's Office Review Completed 12/28/2017 2:24 PM
Office of Management and Budget Valerie Fleming Level 3 OMB Gatekeeper Review Completed 12/28/2017 2:58 PM
Grants Therese Stanley Additional Reviewer Completed 01/02/2018 11:54 AM
County Manager's Office Nick Casalanguida Level 4 County Manager Review Completed 01/02/2018 1:08 PM
Board of County Commissioners MaryJo Brock Meeting Pending 01/09/2018 9:00 AM
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Packet Pg. 717 Attachment: AHRE 18-19 Project Application Long Form (4385 : Hydrologic Modeling of Pepper Ranch Preserve)
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Packet Pg. 721 Attachment: AHRE 18-19 Project Application Long Form (4385 : Hydrologic Modeling of Pepper Ranch Preserve)
Pepper Ranch Preserve - Adjacent Lands/0 1 20.5 MilesData Source: Collier County Property Appraiser2009 AerialsG:ConservationCollier\Maps\AcquiredProperties\PepperRanch\ManagementPlans\FMP_JohnsonFiles\CurrentTrails_bullitenboard.mxd.& jpg. October 2015
Legend
Pepper Ranch Preserve Boundary
Adjacent Lands
Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem Watershed
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Caracara Prairie Preserve
Lake Trafford
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Packet Pg. 722 Attachment: AHRE adjacent lands - Map (4385 : Hydrologic Modeling of Pepper Ranch Preserve)
Pepper Ranch Preserve - AHRE Project Area/0 0.25 0.50.125 MilesData Source: Collier County Property Appraiser2009 AerialsG:ConservationCollier\Maps\AcquiredProperties\PepperRanch\ManagementPlans\FMP_JohnsonFiles\CurrentTrails_bullitenboard.mxd.& jpg. October 2015
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AHRE Pepper Ranch Project Area
Pepper Ranch Preserve Boundary
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Packet Pg. 723 Attachment: AHRE project area - Map (4385 : Hydrologic Modeling of Pepper Ranch Preserve)
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Packet Pg. 724 Attachment: Pepper Ranch NHD Map (4385 : Hydrologic Modeling of Pepper Ranch Preserve)
Pepper RD
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Bass RD
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Lemon Tree DR
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46 28 33 46 28 3546 28 34
46 28 28 46 28 27 46 28 26
46 28 32
46 28 29
46 28 36
46 28 25
46 28 21 46 28 22 46 28 2346 28 20 46 28 24
47 28 247 28 347 28 4 47 28 147 28 5¯
0 340 680170 Feet*ALL GRADES NAVD
CREATED BY: GIS/CAD MAPPING DEPARTMENTGROWTH MANAGEMENT DIVISIONFILE: G:\PEPPER RANCH.MXD DATE: 9/2015
PEPPER RANCH
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Packet Pg. 725 Attachment: Pepper Ranch-LIDAR - Map (4385 : Hydrologic Modeling of Pepper Ranch Preserve)
PEPPER RD
LAKE TRAFFORD RD
IMMOCKALEE RD/CR 846CR-850SR 29W MAIN STCAMP KEALS RDCORKSCREW ROAD
NE
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ARKET RD
SR 29
Pepper Ranch Road Map
Data Source: Parcels - Collier County Property AppraiserCreated By: GIS \ MH \ Conservation CollierG:\Conservation Collier \ maps\ acquired properties\Pepper Ranch\Pepper_Ranch_road map.mxd and .jpgDate: 7.20.11
0 1 2 Miles
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Pepper Ranch Location
Pepper Ranch Boundary Main Roads Lake Trafford
IMMOKALEE RD/CR 846
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Packet Pg. 726 Attachment: Pepper Ranch Road Map (4385 : Hydrologic Modeling of Pepper Ranch Preserve)
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Packet Pg. 727 Attachment: SFWMD BCB letter 11-15-07 (4385 : Hydrologic Modeling of Pepper Ranch Preserve)
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Packet Pg. 730 Attachment: SFWMD BCB letter 11-15-07 (4385 : Hydrologic Modeling of Pepper Ranch Preserve)