Agenda 11/13/2012 Item #16H511/13/2012 Item 16.H.5.
Collier County Government
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October 25, 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 four vacancies representing the
following:
Employers in Local Jurisdiction (Term expires on October 1, 2014);
Resident within Local Governing Body (Term expires November 18, 2015);
Labor Actively Engaged in Home Building (Term expires October 1, 2015); and
Alternate Member.
One of the above must be a resident of Immokalee.
This is an 11 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. Teens are three years.
The Animal Services Advisory Board has one vacancy for a Veterinarian or Vet Technician to join
this seven 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, tern-is will be four years.
The ATV Park Site Ad Hoc Committee has two vacancies for alternate committee members who
may vote in the absence of a regular member. The seven member committee was established by the
Board of County Commissioners in June 2012 by Resolution No. 2012 -110 to assist the Board in
identifying lands appropriate and suitable for an ATV Park. Committee members shall be comprised
of community members who are ATV riders and who have demonstrated a substantial interest in
working with Collier County staff to determine a potential site for the ATV Park. The tern for each
alternate is for the term of the committee which shall automatically sunset in June 2013 unless there is
further action by the Board to extend the committee.
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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 vacancies 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 Collier County Planning Commission has one vacancy representing District 2. This nine
member 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 Forrn 1, Statement of Financial Interest each year with
the Supervisor of Elections. Terms are four years. This is a Quasi- Judicial Board.
The Consumer Advisory Board (CAB) has two vacancies for new terms to expire December 1, 2016.
This board was created on May 26, 2009, by Ordinance No. 2009 -27. This five member board was
created for the purpose of hearing any appeals from adverse administrative decisions regarding a
public vehicle license permit. They will also hear all public consumer issues. No member of the CAB
shall be a current motor vehicle for hire owner or operator, nor shall they be a family member of the
same household of a current motor vehicle for hire owner or operator. Adverse decisions of the CAB
may be appealed, within thirty (30) days, to the Board of County Commissioners. The CAB will be a
quasi-judicial board. After initial appointments, terms will be four years. This is a Quasi- Judicial
Board.
The Contractors Licensing Board has one vacancy in the category of consumer. This nine member
board determines the qualifications of applicants for the various categories of the Contractors'
Certificates of Competency. They also hold hearings to determine if the holder of a certificate of
competency of any contractor, master or journeyman should be disciplined. A minimum three
members shall be in the category of "Consumer ". The consumer representatives may be any resident
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of the local jurisdiction that is not, and has never been, a member or practitioner or a procession
regulated by the board or a member of any closely related profession. Members are required to file a
Form 1 Statement of Financial Interests each year with the Supervisor of Elections. Terms are three
years. This is a Quasi - Judicial Board.
The Environmental Advisory Council has one vacancy for a technical term expiring on July 28,
2013. This five member (plus one alternate members) council acts in an advisory capacity to the Board
in matters dealing with the regulation, control, management, use or exploitation of any or all natural
resources within the County, and the review of all land development petitions which require an
environmental impact statement (EIS) per section 10.02.02 A of the Code, all developments of
regional impact (DRI), lands with special treatment (ST) or Area of Critical State Concern/ Special
Treatment zoning overlays, areas of the county covered by inter local agreements, any petitions which
cannot be resolved between the applicant and staff. The membership will include technical and non-
technical members. Technical members shall demonstrate evidence of expertise in one or more of the
following areas related to environmental protection and natural resources management: Air Quality,
Biology (including any of the sub disciplines such as botany, ecology, zoology, etc.), Coastal
Processes, and Estuarine Processes, Hazardous Waste, Hydrogeology, Hydrology, Hydraulics, Land
Use Law, Land Use Planning, Pollution Control, Solid Waste, Stormwater Management, Water
Resources, Wildlife Management, or other representative areas deemed appropriate by the Board such
as, but not limited to, a representative of the development community. Terms are four years.
The Floodplain Management Planning Committee has two vacancies. This 15 member committee
(eight members 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.
The Golden Gate Community Center Advisory Committee has one vacancy. This five member
committee assists the Board of County Commissioners by reviewing and making recommendations
regarding the budget and operation of the community center. Applicants must reside within the
Golden Gate Community Center MSTU District. Terms are two years.
The Golden Gate Estates Land Trust Committee has one vacancy for a terrn expiring 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.
The Haldeman Creek Maintenance Dredging Advisory Committee has one vacancy for a term
expiring on March 13, 2017. This five member committee was created on December 12, 2006, by
Ordinance 2006 -60 to aid and assist the Board of County Commissioners in carrying out the MSTU, to
prepare and recommend an itemized budget and to recommend work programs and priorities to the
County Manager or his designee. Members will be appointed from different parcels, subdivisions
and /or the communities within the MSTU. Terns will be four years.
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The Hispanic Affairs Advisory Committee has one vacancy for a term expiring June /-D, /_vi4, ana
three terms expiring June 25, 2015. This 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 AdW
County Commissioners. Terms are four years.
The Isles of Capri Fire Control District Advisory Committee has two vacancies. This five member
committee advises the Board on the budget and operation of the Isles of Capri Fire Control District.
Terms are two years and members must reside within the boundaries of the Isles of Capri Municipal
Fire Services Taxing District.
The Library Advisory Board has one vacancy representing Commission District 5. This five
member board acts on behalf of the Board of County Commissioners to establish policies of the
Library Department including, but not limited to, policies relating to materials acquisition and
circulation, collection development, and eligibility of individuals for library services. They also act in
an advisory capacity to the Board of County Commissioners for all Library Department issues
regarding the establishment of fees, the budget, capital planning, staffing levels, and other library
related programs.
The Ochopee Fire Control District Advisory Committee has one vacancy expiring on December 31,
2014, representing Chokoloskee. 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.
How to apply for an advisory committee on -line:
Go to www.collierizov.net
Click on "I want to"
Click on "Apply For"
Click on "Advisory Boards & Committees"
After you complete the application, click on "E -mail Kristi Bartlett"
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 www.colliergov.net. Please forward to the attention of Kristi J. Bartlett,
Executive Aide, Board of County Commissioners, 3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 303, Naples, Florida
34112 -5746. The deadline for acceptance of applications is November 15, 2012.
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COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
Item Number: 16.H.5.
Item Summary: Press release advertising Advisory Board vacancies dated October 25,
2012. Submitted into record.
Meeting Date: 11/13/2012
Prepared By
Name: BartlettKristi
Title: Executive Aide to the BCC
10/30/2012 3:48:32 PM
Submitted by
Title: Executive Aide to the BCC
Name: BartlettKristi
10/30/2012 3:48:33 PM
Approved By
Name: SheffieldMichael
Title: Manager- Business Operations, CMO
Date: 10/31/2012 11:32:25 AM
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