Agenda 11/10/2015 Item #16H5 11/10/2015 16.H.5.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation to appoint a member to the Collier County Planning Commission.
OBJECTIVE: To appoint one member to fulfill the remainder of a vacant term expiring
October 1, 2016.
CONSIDERATIONS: This 7 member quasi-judicial committee was created by authority of
Chapter 67-1246, Laws of FL. Ordinance 13-50 amended Ordinance 09-29, thus changing
membership to represent five planning commissioners selected by commission district and two
members with environmental expertise. This committee assists in the formulation and review of
the Comprehensive Land Use Plan, Land Development Code, and amendments to both, and then
submits their recommendations to the Board for final decision. Members are required to file a
Form 1 Statement of Financial Interest each year with the Supervisor of Elections. Terms shall
be for not less than two years nor more than four years. A list of the current membership is
included in the backup.
Mr. Brian Doyle, representing Commission District 4, resigned on September 4, 2015. The
vacancy was advertised and the following application was received:
APPLICANT CATEGORY DIST ELECTOR ADV.COMM.
Wafaa F.Assaad Commission District 4 Yes None
The Planning Commission Ordinance provides in relevant part that "Planning Commission
Candidates for the five County Commission District seats must be nominated by the
Commissioner of the District in which the candidate resides for both initial and subsequent terms
and receive a simple majority vote of the Board of County Commissioners." The Commissioner
for District 4 has indicated a desire to nominate Mr. Assaad to fill the current vacancy on this
board.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: As this is a quasi-judicial board a committee
recommendation is not required.
FISCAL IMPACT: None.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: None.
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of County Commissioners appoints Wafaa F. Assaad
to the Collier County Planning Commission to serve the remainder of a vacant term expiring
October 1, 2016, and directs the County Attorney to prepare a resolution confirming the
appointment.
PREPARED BY: Jeffrey A. Klatzkow, County Attorney
AGENDA DATE: November 10, 2015
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COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
Item Number: 16.16.H.16.H.5.
Item Summary: Recommendation to appoint a member to the Collier County Planning
Commission.
Meeting Date: 11/10/2015
Prepared By
Name: AllenDebbie
Title: Legal Office Administrator, CAO Office Administration
11/2/2015 10:08:11 AM
Submitted by
Title: County Attorney,
Name: KlatzkowJeff
11/2/2015 10:08:12 AM
Approved By
Name: DurhamTim
Title: Executive Manager of Corp Business Ops,
Date: 11/2/2015 1:09:19 PM
Name: KlatzkowJeff
Title: County Attorney,
Date: 11/2/2015 3:22:59 PM
Name: IsacksonMark
Title:Division Director-Corp Fin &Mgrnt Svc, Office of Management&Budget
Date: 11/3/2015 9:13:34 AM
Name: CasalanguidaNick
Title: Deputy County Manager, County Managers Office
Date: 11/3/2015 11:25:57 AM
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From: WillerSoectorLee
To: RodriauezWandd
Cc: TavlorPenny
Subject: Waffa Assaad
Date: Friday,October 30,2015 8:31:10 AM
Attachments: imaae001.aif
Good Morning Wendy,
Commissioner Taylor is nominating Mr. Assaad for the Planning Commission and requests that this
be placed on the November 10th agenda.She said to thank you for expediting this.
Best Regards,
Lee
Lee Wilier-Spector, M2'
Executive Coordinator to
Commissioner Penny 7ayCor, District 4
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite#303
Naples, FL 34112
Email: LeeWiller-Spector @colliergov.net
Ofc. 239.252.8603
Fax 239.252.6393
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linger Honda Law. e-mail addresses are public records. If you no not want your e-mail address released in response to a public
records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity, instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing.
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ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICANT
ROUTING MEMORANDUM
FROM: Wanda Rodriguez, Office of the County Attorney
DATE: October 30,2015
APPLICANT: Wafaa F. Assaad
790 Harbour Dr. #2C
Naples,FL 34103
APPLYING FOR: Collier County Planning Commission
We currently have one vacancy on the above referenced advisory committee, representing Commission District
4. The vacancy was advertised and persons interested in serving on this committee were asked to submit an
application for consideration.
TO ELECTIONS OFFICE: Attn: Shavontae Dominique
Please confirm if the above applicant is a registered voter in Collier County, and in what commissioner district
the applicant resides.
Registered Voter: Yes Commission District: 4
TO COMMISSIONER: Penny Taylor,District 4
Your nomination is required to fill this vacancy for a seat representing your district on this committee. The
application submitted by Mr. Assaad is attached for your review. Please let me know, in writing, the
recommendation for appointment to the advisory committee.
X I do nominate this applicant for appointment. —OR—
I do not nominate this applicant for appointment.
TO STAFF LIAISON: Attn: Ray Bellows
The application submitted by Mr. Assaad is attached for your review. Please let me know, in writing, the
recommendation for appointment to the advisory committee. Your recommendation memo should include:
The names of all applicants considered for the vacancy or vacancies.
The committee's recommendation for appointment or non-appointment.
The category or area of qualification the applicant is to be appointed in.
If the applicant is a reappointment,please include attendance records for the past two years.
TO ADVISORY BOARD COORDINATOR: Attn: Wanda Rodriguez
This applicant is not recommended for appointment. —0R—
X This applicant is recommended for appointment. A recommendation memo is attached,please prepare an
agenda item for the next available BCC agenda.
If you have any questions,please call me at 252-8123. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
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Advisory Board Application Form
Collier County Government
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 800
Naples, FL 34112
(239) 252-8400
Application was received on: 10/30/2015 8:09:12 AM.
Name: Wafaa F. Assaad Home Phone: 239-495-3566
Home Address: 790 Harbour Dr. #2CI
City: Naples Zip Code: 34103
Phone Numbers
Business: 239-649-7001
E-Mail Address: Fwfassaad!,hotmail.comj
Board or Committee: Collier County Planning Commission
Category: Not indicated
Place of Employment: Semi Retired/ Self Employed
How long have you lived in Collier County: more than 15
How many months out of the year do you reside in Collier County: I am a year-round
resident
Have you been convicted or found guilty of a criminal offense(any level felony or first
degree misdemeanor only)?No
Not Indicated
1Do you or your employer do business with the County? No
Not Indicated
NOTE: All advisory board members must update their profile and notify the Board of County
Commissioners in the event that their relationship changes relating to memberships of
organizations that may benefit them in the outcome of advisory board recommendations or they
enter into contracts with the County.
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Would you and/or any organizations with which on are affiliated benefit from decisions or
recommendations made by this advisory board?
Not Indicated
Are you a registered voter in Collier County? f Yes
Do you currently hold an elected office? No
Do you now serve, or have you ever served on a Collier County board or committee? 'Yes
Please see Resume
Please list your community activities and positions held:
Please see Resume
Education:
Please see Resume
Experience/Background
Please see Resume
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RESUME
PERSONAL/IDENTIFICATION
Name: Wafaa F. Assaad
Mailing Address: 790 Harbour Drive
Naples, Florida 34103
Telephone: (239) 649-7001
Telefax: (239) 430-3885
Residence Address: 4041 Gulf Shore Blvd. N.
Naples, Florida 34103
Telephone: (239) 435-3566
Date of Birth: August 20, 1942
Marital Status: Married since 1968
Wife: Magda F. Assaad
Son: Mike W. Assaad.
October 2015
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EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS & PAST AFFILIATIONS
• B.A. Architecture and Urban Planning, 1964.
• Member, Ontario Association of Architects, "O.A.A.", 1971.
• Member, Royal Architectural Institute of Canada, "R.A.I.C.", 1971.
• Member, American Society of Planning Officials, "A.S.P.O.", 1971.
• Management and Supervisory Training Programs, Wayne State University,
Michigan, 1972.
• Member, American Institute of Planners, "A.I.P.", 1977.
• Member,American Institute of Certified Planners, "A.I.C.P.", 1978.
• Member, American Planning Association,"A.P.A.", 1979.
• Member,Naples Area Board of Realtors
• Member, American Society of Consulting Planners, "A.S.C.P.", 1982.
• Member, Rotary Club, 1984:
- Club President, 1988
- District Governor Representative, 1989— 1990
• Member, Community Association Manager's, 1988.
• Member, Collier County Citizens Advisory Planning Committee, 1988.
• Member, Collier County Development Services Steering Committee, 1989.
• Member, St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church (1992)
• Member, Hospice of Naples, Inc. Board of Directors, 1993.
• Member and Treasurer, St. Mark Orthodox Church, 1989.
• Pelican Landing CDD. Board of Directors (2 terms)
• President of Several Home Owners Associations
• Member, Fifth Ave South Action Committee, 2006
• Member, City of Naples Planning Advisory Board, 2007. (2 terms)
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PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
• 1964— 1973 Architect and Land Planner in Cairo, Toronto, and Detroit.
• 1973 — 1978 Architect/Land Planner/Principal Planner, Collier County,
Florida In charge of reviewing all land developments,
rezoning,...ect.
• 1978 — 1982 Shareholder in charge of all land planning activities for
Wilson Miller, Barton, Soll and Peek, Inc.
• 1982 — 1986 Founder and Principal of Agnoli, Assaad, Barber, Brundage
and Shannon, Inc. Professional engineers,planners and
land surveyors Vice President in charge of land planning.
• 1986— 1990 The Vineyards Development Corporation. General
Manager in charge of all aspects of the overall operation
and management of the entire 1,925 acre golf and country
club development, including administration, planning,
design, rezoning,permitting, construction, marketing,
landscape nursery, golf and country club, home owner's
and community associations, ect.
• 1986—Present Founder and President of Assaad, Inc.
• 1990—Present Co-Managing and General Partner of the Crescent at
Pelican Bay, Naples, Fla.
• 1992— 1993 Founder and President/Treasurer of Affordable Signs Ect.
Inc.
• 1993 — 1998 Founder and President of Landmark Communities of
Naples, Inc. Developer of Queens Park Phases 7 & 8.
• 1995 — 1997 Founder and Managing General Partner of the Seville
Developers in Pelican Marsh.
• 1997—Present Founder and Vice President of Minanis, Inc. Real Estate
Development and Management. Developer of
Several residential communities in Naples and Apollo
Beach, Florida.
• 2008—Present Founder&Vice President Waterside Builders, Inc.
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PROJECT REFERENCES (Short List):
• The Villas of Monterey—planning, rezoning and permitting ( 200 Acres).
• Several developments for U.S. Home Corporation in Collier and Lee Counties—
planning, rezoning and permitting.
• Berkshire Lakes (DRI)—planning, rezoning and permitting (1,295 acres).
• The Commons (DRI)—planning, rezoning and permitting.
• Bonita Bay(DRI)—planning, rezoning and permitting (2,375 acres).
• The Habitat (DRI) —planning, rezoning and permitting (1,000 acres).
• The Parklands (DRI)—planning, rezoning and permitting (1,290 acres)
• The vineyards of Naples (DRI)—planning, rezoning,permitting, construction,
management and operations (1,925 acres).
• The Crescent at Pelican Bay— 17 acre/150 residential golf course frontage low
mid-rise unit development.
• Queens Park Phases 7 & 8 —23 acre/55 single family home development.
• The Seville at Pelican Marsh— 12.5 acre/84 Coach Home Development.
• Waterside community in Apollo Beach, Florida—waterfront 50acre/199 single
family unit development, that is fully Entitled/Permitted.
• Laurel Lakes on Immokalee Road in Naples, Florida—55 acre/195 residential
single family unit development.
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Collier County Planning Commission
Name Work Phone Appt'd Exp.Date Term
Home Phone DateRe-appt 2ndExpDate 2nd Term
Mr. Thomas G. Eastman )377-0245 11/13/07 10/01/11 4 Years
5775 Osceola Trail ()277-0267 10/27/15 10/1/19 4 Years
Naples, FL 34109
E-Mail: eastmath @collierschools.com
District:
Category:Non-voting School Board Rep. (163.3174 F.S.)
Ms. Karen Joyce Homiak 774-4264 09/24/13 10/01/14 1 Year
4613 Long Key Ct. 774-4264 09/09/14 10/01/18 4 Years
Naples, FL 34112
E-Mail: karenhomiak @colliergov.net; ARWKJH @aol.com
District: 1
Category:Commission District
Mr. Andrew Ignatius Solis )390-1900 07/07/15 10/01/16 1 Year
6843 Lantana Bridge Rd., #201 ) 595-9502
Naples, FL 34109
E-Mail: asolis @cohenlaw.com
District: 2
Category:Commission District
Ms. Charlette Roman 09/24/13 10/01/15 2 Years
348 Colonial Avenue 39) 394-5416 09/08/15 10/01/19 4 Years
Marco Island, FL 34145
E-Mail: charletteroman @colliergov.net
District: 1
Category:Environmental
Mr. Mark P. Strain 39)252-4446 09/24/13 10/01/16 3 Years
3675 Third Ave. N.W. 39)455-7858
Naples, FL 34120
E-Mail: markstrain @colliergov.net
District: 5
Category:Commission District
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Collier County Planning Commission
Nacre Work Phone Appt'd Exp.Date Term
Home Phone DateRe-appt 2ndExpDate 2nd Term
VACANT VACANT 10/01/16 3 Years
Naples, FL 34103
E-Mail:
District: 4
Category: Commission District
Ms. Diane K. Ebert 39)404-9265 09/24/13 10/01/14 1 Year
2898 Lone Pine Lane 593-1103 09/09/14 10/01/18 4 Years
Naples, FL 34119
E-Mail: dianeebert@colliergov.net;jodiebert@reagan.com
District: 3
Category:Commission District
Mr. Stanley P. Chrzanowski 09/24/13 10/01/15 2 Years
2504 Sailors Way 39) 598-0942 09/08/15 10/01/19 4 Years
Naples, FL 34109
E-Mail: stanchrzanowski @colliergov.net
District: 2
Category:Environmental
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Collier County Planning Commission
Nance Work Phone Appt'd Exp. Date Term
Home Phone DateRe-appt 2ndExpDate 2nd Term
This 7 member quasi-judicial committee was created by authority of Chapter 67-1246, Laws of
FL. The Planning Commission assists in the formulation and review of the Comprehensive Land
Use Plan, Land Development Code, and amendments to both, and then submits their
recommendations to the Board for final decision. The Board of County Commissioners also
gave the Planning Commission the power and duty of serving as the County's Environmental
Advisory Council under Ordinance No. 2009-32. There shall be one member from each of the
five County Commission Districts, and two at-large environmental members. Planning
Commission Candidates for the five County Commission District seats must be nominated by the
Commissioner of the District in which the candidate resides for both initial and subsequent terms
and receive a simple majority vote of the Board of County Commissioners. The two at-large
environmental members can be nominated by any Commissioner, but must receive a four-fifths
vote of the BCC for appointment or reappointment. Members are required to file a Form 1
Statement of Financial Interest each year with the Supervisor of Elections. Terms shall be for not
less than two years nor more than four years.
Pursuant to Section 163.3174, F.S.,the Collier County Planning Commission must include a
nonvoting member appointed by the District School Board of Collier County.
Ordinances: 09-29, 09-35, 13-50
FL STAT:• 163.3174
Staff Ray Bellows, Zoning Manager: 252-2463
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