Agenda 03/13/2012 Item #10IPRESS RELEASE 3/13/2012 Item 10.1.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 8, 2012
The Collier County Board of Commissioners is seeking applications for positions on several advisory
committees.
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee currently has 1 vacancy for a member as alternate
with a teen to expire October 1, 2013. It is required that the applicant reside in Immokalee. This is an
I 1 member committee created by Ordinance 91 -65 as amended to monitor the implementation of the
Affordable Housing Task Force's recommendations, and the goals, objectives, and policies of the
Housing Elements of the County's Growth Management Plan and the City's Comprehensive Plan
Determine the effect of proposed ordinances of affordable housing and make recommendations to the
Board of County Commissioners and the Naples City Council; and investigate any other relevant areas
so directed by the Board of County Commissioners. The Board of County Commissioners will appoint
9 members, including the alternate member, and one of those must be a resident of Immokalee. The
City of Naples will appoint 2 members. Terms are 3 years.
The Animal Services Advisory Board has 2 vacancies, 1 for a tern that will expire April 13, 2016, in
the category Veterinarian or Vet Tech. and 1 for a tern that will expire April 13 2015, in the category
Animal Activist Group. This is a 7- member board that was created on January 27, 2004 by Ordinance
No. 2004 -06 to make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners on programs, services,
classes and special events that will further assist Collier County Domestic Animal Services in
providing the best possible service to the community. They will also analyze and review construction
and improvements to Domestic animal Services facilities and make recommendations to the Board of
County Commissioners regarding such facilities.
The Development Services Advisory Committee has 1 vacancy for a term expiring on December 14.
2013, representing the category "civil engineering ". This committee is composed of 15 members and
represents the various aspects of the development industry such as architect, general contractor,
residential or builder contractor, environmentalist, land planner, land developer, landscape architect,
professional engineer, utility contractor, plumbing contractor, electrical contractor, structural engineer,
and attorney. The purpose of this committee is to provide reports and recommendations to the Board
of County Commissioners to assist in the enhancement of operational efficiency and budgetary
accountability within the Growth Management Division and to serve as a primary communication link
between the Growth Management Division, the development industry and the citizens of Collier
County.
The Forest Lakes Roadway and Drainage Advisory Committee has 1 vacancy. This 5 member
committee was created on March 10, 1992 by Ord. 92 -16 to aid and assist the Board of County
Commissioners in carrying out the purposes of providing and maintaining improved roadway related
drainage and roadway restoration within the area of the Unit as set forth in Ord. 91 -107. They also
prepare and recommend an itemized budget, work programs and priorities. Members must reside
within the Forest Lakes Roadway and Drainage MSTU.
The Golden Gate Estates Land Trust Committee has 1 vacancy for a candidate to serve until
October 13, 2014. This 5 member committee serves in an advisory capacity to the Board of County
Commissioners for the purpose of carrying out the requirements, conditions and various provisions of
an Agreement relating to the use of land, or funds derived from the sale of land, conveyed to the
County by Avatar Properties Inc. (f/k/a GAC Properties Inc.). Applicants must reside within the
subdivision known as "Golden Gate Estates." Member selection may depend upon location of
residence within specific areas (phases) of +I,- U:, * - * -^
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The Hispanic Affairs Advisory Committee has l vacancy for a term to expire June 25, 2015. This 9
member board identifies and evaluates problems unique to the Hispanic Community, reviews and
recommends ways to ensure open communication between the minorities and Collier County
Government and provides periodic reports to the Board of County Commissioners. Terms are 4 years.
The Ochopee Fire Control District Advisory Committee has l new term that will expire on
December 31, 2013, representing the Port of the Islands area. This 5 member committee advises the
Board on the budget and operation of the Ochopee Fire Control District. Members must reside within
the taxing district. Terms are 2 years.
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board has 2 terms that will expire on December 31, 2015, and l
term that will expire on December 31, 2014. All three terms will represent "Urban ". Representation on
this board consists of 1 member from the Immokalee Community Park District, and 6 members from
the Naples and Urban Area Community Park District. This 7 member board advises the Board of
County Commissioners on matters pertaining to the acquisition, development and programs involving
the County's park facilities. Terms are 4 years.
The Tourist Development Council has 2 terms expiring on April 21, 2012. This 9 member council
was established by Ordinance No. 92 -18 as an advisory committee to make recommendations to the
Board of County Commissioners regarding a proposed plan of uses for tourist development tax
revenues, for the effective operation of the special projects or uses of the tourist development tax
revenues, and to review all expenditures of revenues from the tourist development trust fund. This
council consists of the Chairman or designated representative of the Board of County Commissioners,
2 elected municipal officials, 3 owners or operators of motels, hotels, recreational vehicle parks, or
other tourist accommodations in the county and subject to the tourist tax, 3 individuals involved in the
tourist industry who have demonstrated an interest in tourist development, but who are not owners or
operators of motels, hotels or other tourist accommodations. The council meets once each month.
How to apply for an advisory committee on -line:
Go to www.collier2ov.net
Across the top of the screen you will see tabs:
Click on "I want to"
Click on "apply for"
Click on "advisory boards & committees"
After you complete the application, at the bottom,
Click on "E-mail Ian Mitchell"
You will receive a confirmation that your application was sent. Note: You must put your e-mail
address in the application to receive a copy of your application.
Residents interested in applying for advisory committee positions can also obtain an application by
calling 252 -8097 or from www.collieraov.net. Please forward to the attention of Ian Mitchell,
Executive Manager, Board of County Commissioners, 3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 303, Naples,
Florida 34112 -5746, and FAX to 252 -6406. The deadline for acceptance of applications is
March 29, 2012
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COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
Item Number: 10.1.
Item Summary: Advisory Board Vacancies press release March 8, 2012, with a deadline
for acceptance of March 29, 2012.
Meeting Date: 3/13/2012
Prepared By
Name: MitchellIan
Title: Executive Manager, BCC
3/7/2012 2:27:28 PM
Submitted by
Title: Executive Manager, BCC
Name: MitchellIan
3/7/2012 2:27:29 PM
Approved By
Name: IsacksonMark
Title: Director -Corp Financial and Mgmt Svs,CMO
Date: 3/7/2012 3:16:14 PM
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