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Collier County Government
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July 23, 2012
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Collier County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applications for positions on several
advisory committees.
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee currently has one vacancy for a full member and one
vacancy for an alternate. It is required that one of the applicants resides in Immokalee. This is an 1I-
member committee created by Ordinance No.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. The
committee also determines the effect of proposed ordinances of affordable housing, and makes
recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners and the Naples City Council; and
investigates any other relevant areas so directed by the Board of County Commissioners. The Board of
County Commissioners will appoint nine members, including the alternate member. The City of
Naples will appoint two members. Terms are three years.
The Animal Services Advisory Board has a vacancy for a Veterinarian or Vet. Technician to join this
7- member board that was created on January 27, 2004 by Ordinance No. 2004 -06. It is tasked 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. After initial appointments, terms will be 4 years.
Membership shall represent the following categories:
- Humane Society of Collier County
- Law Enforcement
- Veterinarian or Vet Tech
1 - Animal Activist Group
1 — Citizen in the Pet Retail, Boarding or Grooming Industry
2 - At Large
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The Bayshore /Gateway Triangle Local Redevelopment Advisory Board has one vacancy for a new
term that will expire on May 22, 2015, in the category Davis Boulevard Business Owner. The
Advisory Board was created by Resolution 2001 -98 on March 27, 2001, to review the Redevelopment
Plan, to make recommendations to the Community Redevelopment Agency, to receive input from
members of the public interested in their respective component areas and to report such information to
the Community Redevelopment Agency. Resumes will be accepted from all interested parties,
including Bayshore residents, Gateway Triangle residents, Bayshore business owners, Tamiami Trail
(U.S.41) business owners, Davis Boulevard (S.R.84) business owners, Bayshore MSTU
representatives, and at -large representatives who reside or engage in business or both in the
Bayshore /Gateway Triangle Component Redevelopment Area. A person who "engages in business"
means an individual owning real property or a business, practicing a profession or performing a service
for compensation, or serving as an officer or director of a corporation or other business entity so
engaged. Consideration will be given to appointing members that have experience in the following
professions: finance, banking, architecture, engineering, education, law enforcement, social work, real
estate sales and development, planning or design and building construction. Terms are three years.
The Board of Building Adjustments and Appeals has two terms expiring on August 9, 2012, in the
categories licensed engineer and licensed plumber. This five- member board was established by
Ordinance 83 -16 (amended by Ordinance 91 -57, repealed and amended by Land Development Code
Div. 1.22.1 Ordinance 91 -102, as amended) to hear appeals on rejections or refusals by the Building
Code Compliance Director to approve mode of construction or materials to be used in construction or
alteration of a structure. Membership consists of five members representing the following professions:
one state licensed architect or structural engineer; one Class "A" general contractor, one state certified
fire protective equipment contractor or State Certified Fire Fighter with the rank of Lieutenant or
higher or State Certified Fire Safety Inspector with the rank of Lieutenant or higher; one licensed
electrical contractor; and, one licensed plumbing or mechanical contractor. Members must be
knowledgeable in the following Collier County Codes: Florida Building Codes, Electrical Code, Fire
Prevention Code, Gas Code, Mechanical Code, and Swimming Pool Code. The membership term is
four years. The meetings are held quarterly, or on an as needed basis. This is a Quasi- Judicial Board.
The Development Services Advisory Committee has 1 vacancy for a term expiring on December 14,
2015, representing a general contractor or trades contractor. 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 Golden Gate Estates Land Trust Committee has one vacancy for a candidate to serve until
October 13, 2014. This five- 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 the Estates.
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The Hispanic Affairs Advisory Committee has two vacancies for terms to expire June /-:), Zvi. finis
nine - member committee 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. Terns are four
years.
The Ochopee Fire Control District Advisory Committee has one vacancy to fill a term that will
expire on December 31, 2013, representing the Port of the Islands area. This five- member committee
advises the Board of County Commissioners on the budget and operation of the Ochopee Fire Control
District. Members must reside within the taxing district. Terms are two years.
The Floodplain Management Planning Committee has two vacancies. This 15- member committee
(eight member of the public) was created on July 25, 2006, by Resolution No. 2006 -200 to promote
awareness of floodplain and flooding issues, identify known flood hazards, discuss past flooding
events, assess the current floodplain and flooding issues, and to set goals along with a strategy to make
the community more resistant to flooding. The committee reviews and provides recommendations for
floodplain management regulations, and for surface water and watershed management issues brought
before it including, but not limited to, matters dealing with water quality and quantity. The committee
will also develop and, at least annually, evaluate and update the Collier County Floodplain
Management Plan.
How to apply for an advisory committee on -line:
Go to www.colhergov.net
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 may also obtain an application by
calling 239 - 252 -8097, or from w,v T.colliergov.net. Please forward to the attention of Ian Mitchell,
Executive Manager, Board of County Commissioners, 3299 Tainiami Trail East, Suite 303, Naples,
Florida 34112 -5746, or fax to 239 - 252 -6406. The deadline f6i acceptance of applications is August
14, 2012.
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7/24/2012 Item 10.G.
COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
10.G.
Advisory Board vacancies, press release dated July 23, 2012.
7/24/2012
Prepared By
Name: Mitchelllan
Title: Executive Manager, BCC
7/17/2012 6:06:59 PM
Submitted by
Title: Executive Manager, BCC
Name: MitchellIan
7/17/2012 6:07:01 PM
Approved By
Name: SheffieldMichael
Title: Manager- Business Operations, CMO
Date: 7/18/2012 12:03:06 PM
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