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May 17, 2012
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Collier County Board of Commissioners is seeking applications for positions on several advisory
committees.
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee currently has 2 vacancies for full members and 1
vacancy for an alternate. It is required that one of the applicants should reside in 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 9 members, including the alternate member. The City of Naples
will appoint 2 members. Terms are 3 years.
The Animal Services Advisory Board has 1 vacancy for a term that will expire April 13, 2016, in the
category Veterinarian or Vet Tech. This is a seven - 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. The board will also analyze
and review construction and improvements to Domestic Animal Services' facilities, and make
recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners regarding such.
The Bayshore /Gateway Triangle Local Redevelopment Advisory Board has 1 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
(US41) business owners, Davis Boulevard (SR84) 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 3 years.
The Coun ty Government Productivity Committee has 2 vacancies with the terms expiring on 1 O E
February 4, 2013 and February 4, 2014. This committee is composed of 11 members, with the vice
chair of the Board of County Commissioners serving in a liaison capacity. The members are appointed
by resolution of the Board of County Commissioners for a two -year term and must be permanent
residents and electors of Collier County. Committee members are required to possess special expertise
and experience related to managing large organizations, and must be balanced in representing the
views of the community. The committee reviews the efficiency of departments of County Government
under the jurisdiction of the Board of County Commissioners. The committee may analyze and review
existing structure, organization, staffing, management, functions, business practices, and procedures of
any or all parts of county government and make recommendations for increased efficiency and cost -
effectiveness. The committee may also assist in the implementation of those recommendations.
The Development Services Advisory Committee has 1 vacancy for a term expiring on December 14,
2013, representing trade contractors. 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 Board of Building Adjustments and Appeals has 2 terms expiring on August 9, 2012, in the
categories licensed engineer and licensed plumber. This five member board was established by Ord.
83 -16 (amended by Ord. No. 91 -57); Repealed and amended by LDC, Div. 1.22.1 (Ord. 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 Environmental Advisory Council has 1 vacancy for a technical member with a term to expire
July 28, 2016. This 5 member (plus 1 alternate 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 (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, 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. Terms are 4 years.
The Golden Gate Estates Land Trust Committee has 1 vacancy for a candidate to "ui
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 Hispanic Affairs Advisory Committee has 3 vacancies for terms to expire June 25, 2015. This 9
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. Terms 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 Radio Road Beautification Advisory Committee has 1 vacancy for a term expiring on March 3,
2016. This 5- member committee was established on October 21, 1997 to aid and assist the Board of
County Commissioners in carrying out the purposes of providing curbing, watering facilities, plantings
and maintenance of the median areas as set forth in Ordinance No. 96 -84. This 5 member committee
shall recommend work programs and priorities to the County Administrator or his designee. Members
shall be permanent residents within the MSTU. After initial staggered terms, terms will be 4 years.
How to apply for an advisory committee on -line:
Go to www.collier og v.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 www.collierizov.ne. Please forward to the attention of Ian Mitchell,
Executive Manager, Board of County Commissioners, 3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 303, Naples,
Florida 34112 -5746, or fax to 239 - 252 -6406. The deadline for acceptance of applications is June 5,
2012
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