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BCC Minutes 02/25/2004 J (w/Everglades City Council re: Everglades Airpark)February 25, 2004 TRANSCRIPT OF JOINT WORKSHOP BETWEEN COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AND EVERGLADES CITY COUNCIL Naples, Florida, February 25, 2004 LET IT BE REMEMBERED, that the Collier County Board of County Commissioners and the Everglades City Council, in and for the County of Collier, having conducted business herein, met on this date at 9:00 AM for a JOINT WORKSHOP at the Board of Collier County Commissioners' meeting room, Administration Building, County Government Center, 3301 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, Florida with the following members present: Board of County Commissioners: Everglades City Council: Donna Fiala, Chair, District 1 Jim Coletta, District 5 Frank Halas, District 2 Sammy Hamilton, Jr., Mayor Dave Loving James Landrum Collier County Staff: Collier County Airport Authority: Chris Lombardo, Attorney for Everglades City Leo Ochs, Deputy County Mgr. Winona Stone, Asst. to County Mgr. Mr. David Wiegel, Attorney Bob Titus Dennis Vasey Page 1 COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUN'FY COMMISSIONERS JOINT WORKSHOP AGENDA WITH EVERGLADES CITY COUNCIL County Commissioner Boardroom W. Harmon Turner Building, 3m Floor 3301 East Tamiami Trail, Naples FL 34112 February 25, 2004 9:00 a.m. Donna Fiala, Chairman, District 1 Fred W. Coyle, Vice-Chairman, District 4 Frank Halas, Commissioner, District 2 Tom Henning, Commissioner, District 3 Jim Coletta, Commissioner, District 5 NOTICE: ALL PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK ON ANY AGENDA ITEM MUST REGISTER PRIOR TO SPEAKING. SPEAKERS MUST REGISTER WITH THE COUNTY MANAGER PRIOR TO THE PRESENTATION OF THE AGENDA ITEM TO BE ADDRESSED. COLLIER COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 2003-53 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. ALL REGISTERED PUBLIC SPEAKERS WILL RECEIVE UP TO FIVE (5) MINUTES UNLESS THE TIME IS ADJUSTED BY THE CHAIRMAN. IF YOU ARE A PERSON WITH A DISABILITY WHO NEEDS ANY ACCOMMODATION IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROCEEDING, YOU ARE ENTITLED, AT NO COST TO YOU, TO THE PROVISION OF CERTAIN ASSISTANCE. PLEASE CONTACT THE COLLIER COUNTY FACILITIES MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT LOCATED AT 3301 EAST TAMIAMI TRAIL, NAPLES, FLORIDA, 34112, (239) 774- 8380; ASSISTED LISTENING DEVICES FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED ARE AVAILABLE IN THE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' OFFICE. Pledge of Allegiance Discussion regarding future operations of Everglades Airpark Public Comment 4. Adjourn February 25, 2004 II. IlL IV. Pledge of Allegiance Call to Order by Ms. Fiala Introductions - Mr. Ochs noted that Mr. Mudd sent his regrets for not being able to attend. Discussion with the Everglades City Council regarding future operations of the Everglades Airpark. - Mr. Ochs provided an overview of recent discussions between council, staff and airport authority. He requested that Ms. Stone review points of consideration related to determining if the Everglades Airpark should be deeded to the City of Everglades. - Ms. Stone outlined points of consideration as follows: 1. Deed should include a revisionary clause to the effect that the Everglades City Council will operate the airpark or it will revert back to the county for further disposition, which Everglades City will support. 2. Current agreement between the county and airport authority for repayment of county advances should the airport become self-sufficient be incorporated in the transfer of ownership. 3. City council assumes and agrees to all of the liabilities and obligations that the Collier County Airport Authority agreed to assume, including grant agreements. 4. Deed should be contingent upon the obtainment of any necessary approvals, including, but not limited to, those from the FDOT and FAA 5. The City Council should propose their intention to either operate the airpark using the existing Collier County Airport Authority or establish their own Airport Authority. 6. The Collier County Airport Authority ordinance may need to be revised and the current lease agreement with Collier County, terminated. There was discussion regarding fiscal impact. There is no direct fiscal impact associated with the discussion of this item. The fiscal impact associated with any subsequent transfer of the airpark to the Everglades City Council will be determined at the time that such is formally presented to the Board. There is no impact to the GMP associated with this item. Mr. Coletta addressed repayment of county advances, and profitability of airport. Was skeptical about including that clause in the agreement. Cost may have been due to inefficiency of county to operate the airpark. Suggest due consideration be made to the money that was spent and move forward. Ms. Stone indicated that the money will never come back if clause is not included. It was originally meant to be a protective clause in 1995 so Everglades City could recoup against estimated administrative cost and money from grant estimated at 1.4 million. Mr. Coletta reiterated that this may not be a fair charge to place on Everglades City. Goal is to improve and make it profitable for public convenience. Page 2 February 25, 2004 Mr. Vasey felt that it was important for Everglades City to understand the fiscal impact and ensure its fairness. Mr. Lombardo asked about liabilities to be assumed. Indicated that Everglades City may not have operated at the level of 1.4 million. Everglades City may have operated it differently and may not be willing to pay back that amount of money. Mayor Hamilton was in agreement with Mr. Lombardo and indicated that the City could not afford to pay that back. Mr. Titus indicated that the airpark does not have the assets that created the investment of 1.4 million. Mr. Halas asked about the tax base in Everglades City. Mayor Hamilton indicated that appropriate tax base was in place to handle the airpark. Discussion regarding the future vision of Everglades City (i.e. development) and possibility of moving or closing the airpark. Mr. Lombardo indicated that there was no high level of objection anticipated. Mr. Halas asked if the airpark would be able to be kept in compliance with FAA standards. Mr. Titus indicated that the expenses would be similar to the past and that FAA would mandate compliance. Mayor Hamilton indicated that the airpark could be run better with less money. Ms. Fiala suggested that avenues of revenue be researched such as boat launches, storage, etc. Member of council were opposed to this idea, but not averse to researching the possibilities. Mr. Titus also suggested that aeronautical activities should be the main focus. Discussion about revenue from freight/seafood- No real numbers in place to make a determination regarding this. Mayor Hamilton indicated that their budget is strong and that they have carry over of over $100,000 per year with a budget of over $1 million. He would like to request that a clause be added that the county cannot sell the airpark for anything other than that purpose. Discussion regarding this clause being added. Mr. Vasey indicated that airport plans are available for Everglades City to draw upon for operation and incorporate into plan. Mr. Coletta asked about a timeline. Page 3 February 25, 2004 Mr. Ochs indicated that once direction was received from the BCC they would proceed with transfer and staff would continue discussion to put together interlocal agreement. Suggested 60 days. Ms. Stone was unsure of timeframe never having dealt with these various authorities before. This will be determined. Discussion regarding revenue for airport re: more hangars, etc. and receiving overflow from other airports (storage, etc.) Mr. Tweedie from the Collier County Airport Authority indicated that there is an annual inspection performed by the FDOT and issue a license to operate. Mr. Halas directed staff to draw up paperwork and get together with attorneys and have the FDOT and FAA involved and proceed to turn the process over to Everglades City. Mayor Hamilton said that he feels positive about moving forward and the possibility of bringing in new revenue. Mr. Loving indicated that the people in Everglades will embrace the airpark. Ms. Fiala indicated that the people of Everglades City are the people that should be operating the airport. They know the area best. There being no further business for the good of the County, the meeting was adjourned by order of the Chair at 10:00 AM. ATTEST::.. ,; ~"'. :,~ ".",~ DW Om':Z.:BROCK, < ~ese ~ ..' c m~d~~ed by ~e Bo~d on ' as presented or as co=ected BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS/EX OFFICIO GOVERNING BOARD(S) OF SPECIAL DISTRICTS UNDER ITS CONTRQ~} .. DONN]~ FL~l~A,-'~hai~'~~-''''~'' Page 4