Agenda 05/26/2015 Item #16H5 5/26/2015 16.H.5.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation to clarify that the Board's intent at its February 10, 2015 meeting (Item
10B) in approving a dollar for dollar match of private donations toward the construction
of the Freedom Memorial includes all donations made by entities other than the County
to include other governmental agencies.
OBJECTIVE: To clarify the intent of the Board regarding matching funds for the construction of
the Freedom Memorial.
CONSIDERATIONS: On February 10, 2015 the Board approved establishing a matching
contribution program for the completion of the Freedom Memorial at the Fred W. Coyle
Freedom Park. While the item title and motion addressed private donations, the discussion
clearly intended for this program to be inclusive of all donations other than from County funds.
This item will clarify that intent and specifically allow a $100,000 donation from the City of
Naples, which was made with the expectation that it would be matched, be accepted and
matched by the County under the terms of this program.
FISCAL IMPACT:, The matching program was capped at$600,000 and this action will not
impact funds already set aside for the program.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item has been reviewed by the County Attorney, raises no
legal issue, and requires majority vote for approval. -JAK
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: There is no growth management impact associated with
the Executive Summary.
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board clarify its intent that the dollar for dollar matching
contribution program for the construction of the Freedom Memorial includes all donations made
by entities other than the County to include other governmental agencies.
PREPARED BY:, Commissioner Georgia Hiller, District 2
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COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
Item Number: 16.16.H.16.H.5.
Item Summary: Recommendation to clarify that the Board's intent at its February 10,
2015 meeting (Item 10B) in approving a dollar for dollar match of private donations toward the
construction of the Freedom Memorial includes all donations made by entities other than the
County to include other governmental agencies. (Commissioner Hiller)
Meeting Date: 5/26/2015
Prepared By
Name: BrockMaryJo
Title: Executive Secretary to County Manager,County Managers Office
5/18/2015 12:08:46 PM
Submitted by
Title: Executive Secretary to County Manager, County Managers Office
Name: BrockMaryJo
5/18/2015 12:08:47 PM
Approved By
Name: KlatzkowJeff
Title: County Attorney,
Date: 5/18/2015 1:30:04 PM
Name: OchsLeo
Title: County Manager, County Managers Office
Date: 5/18/2015 2:20:51 PM
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OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
TELEPHONE(239)213-1000• FACSIMILE(239)213-1010
735 EIGHTH STREET SOUTH•NAPLES, FLORIDA 34102-6796
February 24, 2015
Naples City Council
735 8th Street South
Naples, FL 34102
Dear Fellow City Council Members:
Our nation was built and is sustained by patriots who act bravely and selflessly. In gratitude to
their service, Southwest Florida community leaders with a track record of getting things done
have committed to complete the still unfinished Freedom Memorial. It is located within the Fred
W. Coyle Freedom Park, near the intersection of Golden Gate Parkway and Goodlette-Frank
Road, along a major gateway in the City.
In 2004, under the leadership of Commissioner Fred W. Coyle, the Collier County Board of
County Commissioners initiated planning for this Memorial. Before long, other county officials,
local law enforcement, Naples' City Council, and area fire departments, became involved. The
completed Memorial will stand as a permanent tribute to members of our Armed Forces,first
responders, civilians, and the families of those who lost their lives in terrorist attacks before,
during, and after September 11, 2011. The Freedom Memorial design was created by Naples
resident Gerald A. Ladue and selected by the Board of County Commissioners, after a rigorous
screening process. Ground was broken on March 19, 2009, but the project remains unfinished
today. With our help, the Freedom Memorial can be completed and reflect the enduring
gratitude of the Naples community to all our past and present veterans and responders.
The Collier County Board of County Commissioners has allocated $600,000 to match funds
raised by the Freedom Memorial of Naples Foundation. The organization has raised
approximately$400,000 since October, 2014.
I ask that my colleagues on City Council support a contribution of$100,000 toward the Freedom
Memorial on behalf of the citizens of Naples.
Respectfully,
John F. Sorey Ill, Mayor
City of Naples
cc: A.William Moss, City Manager
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s.)- NI" r I • NAPLES CITY COUNCIL AGENDA MEMORANDUM
f !. Regular Meeting Date: March 4, 2015
Agenda Section: Prepared By: Roger Reinke,Assistant City Manager
Regular Department: City Manager
Agenda Item: Legislative ® Quasi-Judicial ❑
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SUBJECT:
A Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2014-15 budget and appropriating funds to aid in completing
the unfinished Freedom Memorial.
SUMMARY:
City Council is asked to consider a Resolution amending the FY2014-15 budget adopted by
Resolution 14-13522 appropriating $100,000 from General Fund Contingency to assist in
completing the unfinished Freedom Memorial located within The Fred W. Coyle Freedom Park;
authorizing the City Manager to provide Collier County with $100,000 to be used for the
construction of the Freedom Memorial.
BACKGROUND:
On February 24, 2015, Mayor Sorey, drafted a letter to the Naples City Council requesting
consideration of appropriating funds to assist in completing the unfinished Freedom Memorial. A copy
of the letter, and a proposed Resolution, is provided with this agenda item.
• In 2004, the Collier County Board of County Commissioners initiated a comprehensive
community effort to plan and construct the Collier County Freedom Memorial;
• The Freedom Memorial is designed to pay tribute to service members who have sacrificed their
lives to preserve our freedom and to honor law enforcement officers, fire fighters, emergency
medical personnel and civilians who perished during the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks
on the World Trade Center, Pentagon, and commercial airlines;
• The Freedom Memorial is designed to pay homage to all Americans who have sacrificed for the
defense of our nation, for peace, and for freedom;
• The unfinished Freedom Memorial is located within the City of Naples, on a key community
gateway, and City Council may determine completion of the Freedom Memorial is an
appropriate public purpose.
• The Collier County Board of County Commissioners has pledged to match funds raised by the
Freedom Memorial of Naples Foundation for up to $600,000. Since October, 2014, the
Foundation has raised about $400,000. It is recommended that a $100,000 contribution be
paid to Collier County with a request that the Board of Commissioners match the City's
payment for the Freedom Memorial.
FUNDING SOURCE:
$100,000 from the General Fund Contingency. Prior to this amendment, the Contingency balance is
$318,660.
Budgeted Operating Contingency $442,160
Fire Department Master Plan -$45,000
Parks Master Plan -$ 78.500
Balance Operating Contingency $318,660
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Consider a Resolution amending the fiscal year 2014-15 budget adopted by Resolution 14-13522 to
appropriate funding to assist in the completion of the freedom memorial located within the Fred W.
Coyle Freedom Park; authorize the City Manager to pay Collier County $100,000 to be dedicated to the
Freedom Memorial with a request that the Board of County Commissioners match the payment in the
amount of$100,000; and providing an effective date.
Reviewed by Department Director Reviewed by Finance Reviewed by City Manaoer
Roger Reinke,Assistant City Manager N/A A.William Moss r :.r
City Council Action: _
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Agenda Item 9
Meeting of 03/04115
RESOLUTION 15-13612
A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 BUDGET
RESOLUTION 14-13522 TO APPROPRIATE FUNDING TO ASSIST IN THE COMPLETION
OF THE FREEDOM MEMORIAL LOCATED WITHIN THE FRED W. COYLE FREEOOM
PARK; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PROVIDE COLLIER COUNTY: WITH
$100,000 TO BE USED FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE FREEDOM-MEMORIALI,",'AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, in 2004, the Collier County Board of County CommiStioriei:s initiated a
comprehensive community effort to plan and construct the Collier County
Freedom Memorial; and
WHEREAS, the Freedom Memorial is designed to pay tribute to servic members who have
sacrificed their lives to preserve our freedom and to honor law enforcement
officony, fire fighters, emergency medical personnel and civilians who perished
during the September 11. 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center,
Pentagon, and commercial airlines; and
WHEREAS, the Freedom Memorial is designed to pay homage to all Americans who have
sacrificed for the defense of our nation, for peace, and for freedom; and
WHEREAS, the unfinished Freedom Memorial is located within the City of Naples, on a key
community gateway, and City Council has determined completion of the
Freedom Memorial is an appropriate public purpose; and
WHEREAS, funding for this purpose was not appropriated in the 2014-15 budget and requires
a transfer from General Fund Contingency to fund the effort;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NApLES,
FLORIDA:
Section 1. That the City's Fiscal Year 2014-15 Budget for the General Fund, adopted by
Resolution 14'13522. is hereby amended by the transfer of $100.000 from
General Fund Contingency to Non-Departmental Special Events to assist in
completing the unfinished Freedom Memorial.
Section 2. That the City Manager is authorized to provide $100,000 to Collier County to be
used for the construction of the Freedom Memorial.
Section 3. That the Board of County Commissioners is asked to match the City's
$100.000 from Collier County's $500,000 commitment for the Freedom
Memorial.
Section 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
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PASSED IN OPEN AND REGULAR SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
NAPLES, FLORIDA,THIS 4'" DAY OF MARCH, 2015.
Attest: -
Patricia L. Rambosk,'City Clerk ;'John F. Sorey lil, Mayor
Approved as to.fo"n r;d legality:
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Robert D. Pritt, City Attorney
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Date filed with City Clerk: -s? r-/3
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