Agenda 07/26/2011 Item # 9D7/26/2011 Item 9.D.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Appointment of a member to the Environmental Advisory Council.
OBJECTIVE: To appoint 1 member to the Environmental Advisory Council to fill a vacancy in
the category non - technical, the term will expire on July 28. 2015.
CONSIDERATIONS: The Environmental Advisory Council has 1 vacancy. This 5 member
(plus 1 alternate member) council was created by Ordinance 91 -102, repealed by Ordinance
2004 -41, as amended to act 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
Count}, 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,
Hvdraulics. Land Use Law, Land Use Planning. Pollution Control, Solid Waste, Storm water
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. Alternate EAC members will be requested to attend meetings when regular EAC
members have notified staff that they will be absent. Alternate members will participate in
discussions and vote when replacing a regular member. Alternate members must be technical
members that can demonstrate expertise in environmental protection and natural resource
management. Terms are 4 vears. A list of the current membership is included in the backup.
Michael Sorrell's term will expire on July 28. 2011. A press release was issued and applications
were received from the following interested citizens:
APPLICANT CATEGORY DIST ELECTOR ADV. COMM.
Michael Sorrell
Non - Technical __75
Yes
Environmental Advisory
Board
Christine D. Straton
Non- Technical
3 Yes
I None
ATTENDANCE:
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: This is a Quasi Judicial Council.
FISCAL IMPACT: NONE
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: NONE.
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of County Commissioners considers the applications
for appointment, appoint 1 non - technical member, and direct the County Attorney to prepare a
resolution confirming the appointment.
PREPARED BY: Ian Mitchell, Executive Manager. Board of County Commissioners
AGENDA DATE: July 26, 2011
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7/26/2011 Item 9.D.
COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
Item Number: 9.D.
Item Summary: Appointment of member to the Environmental Advisory Council.
Meeting Date: 7/26/2011
Prepared By
Name: Ian Mitchell
Title: Executive Manager. BCC
7/11/2011 1:45:28 PM
Submitted by
Title: Executive Manager, BCC
Name: Ian Mitchell
7/11/2011 1:45:29 PM
Approved By
Name: SheffieldMichael
Title: Manager- Business Operations, CMO
Date: 7/11/2011 2:54:27 PM
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7/26/2011 Item 9.D.
Memorandum
To: Ian Mitchell, Executive Manager, BCC
From: Summer Araque, Senior Environmental Specialist
Cc: Jerry Kurtz, Manager of Stormwater and Environmental Planning; Bill Lorenz,
Director of Land Development Services
Date: July 11, 2011
Subject: Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) applications
Environmental staff has reviewed the two (2) applications for the one (1) vacancy of a non-
technical position on the Environmental Advisory Council. The qualifications of both
applicants classify them as non - technical. Mr. Sorrell is requesting a reappointment, whereas
the appointment of Ms. Straton would be as a new member. Both applicant(s) are qualified as
both indicated they are registered to vote in Collier County.
Mike Sorrell has been a member of the EAC since 2004 with 2 unexcused and 11 excused
absences.
Christine Straton advised that she served as Chair and Vice -Chair in the 1990's of what wa:
called at that time the Environmental Advisory Board (EAB). Staff does not have attendance
records for the EAB.
Please call Summer Araque, EAC liaison, at 252 -6290 with any questions.
EAC Membership — Codes of Ordinances - Part I, Chapter 2, Article VII, Div. 23
(a) Appointment. Five regular members and 1 alternate member of the EAC shall be appointed by. and
serve at the pleasure of, the BCC. The alternate member will be requested to attend meetings when
regular members have notified staff that they will be absent. The alternate member will participate in
discussions and vote when replacing a regular member. Appointment to the EAC shall be by
resolution of the BCC and shall set forth the date of appointment and the term of office. Each
appointment shall be for a term of 4 years. Terms shall be staggered so that no more than a minority
of such members' appointments will expire in any one year.
(b) Vacancies. Vacancies on the EAC shall be publicized in a publication of general circulation within
the County, and vacancy notices shall be posted in the County libraries and County courthouse.
(c) Qualifications. Members shall be permanent residents and electors of the County and should be
reputable and active in community service The primary consideration in appointing EAC members
shall be to provide the BCC with technical expertise and other viewpoints that are necessary to
effectively accomplish the EAC's purpose. In appointing members, the BCC should consider a
membership guideline of 3 technical regular members and 2 non - technical regular members, and 1
technical alternate member. Technical members shall demonstrate evidence of expertise in 1 or
more of the following areas related to environmental protection and natural resources management
air quality, biology (including any of the subdisciplines such as botany, ecology, zoology, etc.),
coastal processes, estuarine processes, hazardous waste, hvdrogeology, hydrology, hydraulics, land
use law, land use planning, pollution control. solid waste, stormwater management, water resources,
wildlife management, or other representative area deemed appropriate by the BCC,
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Environmental Advisory Council
Name ffarA Phone
ApptW
Exp. Date Term
Home Phone
DateRe -appt
2ndExpDate 2nd Term
Mr. Andrew Dickman 434 - 0840
07/28/09
07/28/13 4 Years
373 Trade Winds Avenue 597 -2602
Naples, FL 34108
E -Mail: andrewdickman@comcast.net
District. 2
Category: Technical
Ms. Judith M. Hushon 784 -3436 07/28/09 07/28/12 3 Years
1659 Chinaberry Court 643 -6222
Naples, FL 34105
E -Mail: judvhushon @aol.com
District: 4
Category: Technical - Biology
Mr. Gary McNally 03/08/11 07/28/15 4 Year
960 24th Avenue NE. 322 -6566
Naples, FL 34120
E -Mail: gary_415fdmsn.com
District.
Category: Technical Alternate
Ms. Gina Downs 12/14/10 7/28/14 4 Years
386 Emerald Bay Circle, #G2 254 -0670
Naples, FL 34110
E -Mail: gdwAms0l@comcast.net
District. 2
Category: Non Technical
Mr. Michael V. Sorrell 571 -7781 07/28/09 07/28/11 2 Years
1671 8th Street NE 353 -5932
Naples, FL 34120
E -Mail: mcalec@collier.kl2.fl.us
District: 5
Category: Non - Technical - Owner Lawn Service
Friday, March 11, 2011
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Environmental Advisory Council
WorkPlione
Appt'd
Exp. Date Term
Name HomeP& one
DateRe -apps
2ndExpDate 2nd Term
Mr. David Bishof 340 -0593
03/09/10
07/27/10 3 Years
9672 Litchfield Lane 566 -1251
07/27/10
07/28/13
Naples, FL 34109
E -Mail: DavidBishof @colliergov.net
District: 5
Category: Technical - Biology/Marine
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Environmental Advisory Council
Name work Phone ApptW Exp. Date Term
Home Phone DateRe -appt 2ndExpDate 2nd Term
This 5 member 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 (DR[),
lands with special treatment (ST) or Area of Critical State Concern/ Special Treatment zoning
overlay=_, areas of the county covered by interlocal agreements, any petitions which cannot be
resolved between the applicant and staff. The Board should consider a membership guideline of
six (6) technical and three (3) 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, 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. This is a Quasi - Judicial Committee. After initial
appointments, terms are 4 years.
On December 14, 2006, the BCC approved Ord. No. 2005 -63 adding 2 Alternate positions to the
EAC. Alternate members will participate in discussions and vote when replacing a regular
member Alternate members must be technical members that can demonstrate expertise in
environmental protection and natural resource management. Terms are 4 years.
On June 9, 2009, the BCC adopted Ord. No. 2009 -36 reducing the membership to 5 members
and 1 Alternate.
FL STAT.
Staff.- Summer B. Araque, Senior Environmental Specialist: 252 -6290
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7/26/2011 Item 9.D.
MEMORANDUM
DATE: June 20, 2011
TO: Elections Office
ShavontaeHall @colliergov.net
FROM: Ian Mitchell, Executive Manager
Board of County Commissioners
RE: Voter Registration - Advisory Board Appointments
The Board of County Commissioners will soon consider the following individuals for
appointment to one of the county's advisory committees. Please let me know if those listed
below are registered voters in Collier County.
Also, please list the commission district in which each applicant resides.
Environmental Advisory Council
Ms. Christine D. Straton
4260 Montalvo Court
Naples, Florida 34109
Mr. Michael Sorrell
1671 Wh Street N.E.
Naples, Florida 34120
Thank you for your help.
COMMISSION DISTRICT
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: June 20. 2011
TO: Summer Araque
FROM: Ian Mitchell. Executive Manager
Board of County Commissioners
RE: Environmental Advisory Council
As you know, we currently have 1 vacancy on the above referenced advisory committee. A press
release was issued requesting citizens interested in serving on this committee to submit an
application for consideration. I have attached the applications received for your review as follows:
Ms. Christine D. Straton
4260 Montalvo Court
Naples. Florida 34109
Mr. Michael Sorrell
1671 8m Street N.E.
Naples. Florida 34120
Please let me know, in writing, the recommendation for appointment of the advisory committee
within the 41 day time - frame, and I will prepare an executive summary for the Board's
consideration.
Please include in your return memo the attendance record. for the last 2 vears, of the applicants
recommended for reappointment.
Please categorize the applicants in areas of expertise. If you have any questions, please call me
at 252 -8097.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
IM
.Attachments
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Mitchelllan
rom: CHRISSTRATON @yahoo.com
ent: Wednesday, June 01, 2011 1:18 PM
o: Mitchelllan
Subject: New On -line Advisory Board Application Submitted
Advisory Board Application Form
Collier County Government
3301 E. Tamiami Trail
Naples, FL 34112
(239)252 -8606
Application was received on: 6/1/2011 1:18:10 PM.
Name: lChristine d straton Home Phone: 239- 207 -7333
Home Address: 0260 montalvo court'
City: a les Zip Code: 34]09
Phone Numbers
Fax: Business:
-Mail Address: CHRISSTRATON�zvahoo.com
Board / Committee Applied for: Environmental Advisory Council'
Category:. on technical
Work Place: Retire
How long have you lived in Collier County: ore than 15
Have you ever been convicted of any offense against the law?
Not Indicated
Do you or your employer do business with the County?
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.
Would you and /or any organizations with whom you are affiliated benefit from decisions or
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recommendations made by this advisory board? Io!
Not Indicate
•Are you a registered voter in Collier County? Yes
Do you currently hold public office? Eo
Do you currently or ever served on a Collier County Board or Committee? 'es
IEnviromental Advisory Committee in 1990's Citizens Advisor, Committee to MP4
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Example: Commission District, Developer, environmentalist, lay person, etc.
How long have you lived in Collier County: Years: .2 5 Months
Are you a registered voter in Collier County: Yes (/ No _
Do you currently hold public office? Yes _ No ✓ If so, what is that office?
Have you ever been convicted of any offense against the Law? Yes __ No t/
If yes, explain:
Do you or your employer do business with the County? Yes _ No i If yes, under what circumstances?
Would you and /or any organizations with who you are affiliated benefit from decisions or recommendations
made by this advisory board., Yes_No_If yes, please list the organizations:
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 thev enter into contracts with the Count%.
Do you now serve, or have you ever served, on a Collier County board or committee? Yes L-'� No _ If
Yes, please list the committees /boards:
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Please list your community activities (civic clubs, neighborhood associations, etc. and positions held:
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Please attach anv additional information You fee / pertinent. This application should be forwarded to Sue Filson, Executive
Manager io the Board of County Comnussioners. 3301 East Tamianu Trail. A'apies, FL 34172. If you wish, please fax Your
application to (239)253 -6406 ore -mail to suefilson a coliier?o.:ue:_ Tnank you fin volunteering to serve the citizens of
Collier County.
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