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Agenda 03/24/2009 Item #10A Agenda Item No. 10A March 24, 2009 Page 1 of 14 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY To review the written and oral reports of the Advisory Boards and Committees scheduled for review in 2009 in accordance with Ordinance No. 2001-55 OBJECTIVE: To determine if existing advisory boards and committees continue to address the issues they were created for, continue to warrant the time and funding required to retain them, and whether any adjustments are necessary. CONSIDERATIONS: Ordinance No. 200]-55 was created to provide a regular mechanism for the Board of County Commissioners to review all existing advisory committees every fourth year, There is a rotating schedule provided for within the ordinance that dictatcs which boards are to be reviewed in any given year. Each advisory board scheduled for review in 2009 (with the exception of the Planning Commission) provided the County Manager with a written report that answers specific questions prescribed in the ordinance. Additionally the ordinance calls for each advisory committee to make an oral presentation to the County Commission during March of the year in which they are to be reviewed. Nine (9) advisory committees are scheduled for review in 2009, of which four (4) will be presented at the March 10, 2009 Board meeting, and four (4) will be presented at the March 24, 2009 Board meeting. The review of the Bayshore Gateway Triangle Redevelopment Advisory Board was previously conducted by the Board of County Commissioners at a special workshop on January ] 6, 2009. ~,-, The four (4) advisory committees scheduled for review on March 24'h are listed below in the order of presentation: . Ochopee Fire Control District Committee . Collier County Planning Commission . Golden Gate Estates Land Trust Advisory Committee . Collier County Coastal Advisory Committee FISCAL IMPACT: In most cases the boards scheduled for review require only the staff time needed to attend, prepare back up information, minutes and any additional information required by committee members, At a minimum, an advisory board will normally cost $2,000 annually. GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT, There is no direct Growth Management impact associated with this Execulive Summary. RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of County Commissioners review the written reports and oral presentations of the boards and committees scheduled for review in 2009, and if applicable, direct any revisions necessary to have the committees function as efficiently and effectively as possible. ATTACHMENTS: Four (4) Advisory Board/Committee 4-year review written reports PREPARED BY: Mike Sheffield, Assistant to the County Manager - Page] of ] Agenda Item NO.1 OA March 24, 2009 Page 2 of 14 COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Item Number: Item Summary: 10A Meeting Date: This item to be heard at 11 :00 a.m To review the written and oral reports of the Advisory Boards and Committees scheduled for review in 2009 in accordance with Ordinance No. 2001-55. Committees include: Ochopee Fire Control District Committee; Collier County Planning Commission: Golden Gate Estates Land Trust Advisory Committee and Collier County Coastal Advisory Committee (Mike Sheffield, ASSIstant to the County Manager) 3/24/2009900:00 AM Approved By John A. Yonkosky Director of the Office of Management Date County Manager's Office Office of Management & Budget 3/15f2009 9:01 AM Approved By James V. Mudd County Manager Date Board of County Commissioners County Manager's Office 3/16/200910;25 AM Agenda Item NO.1 OA March 24, 2009 Page 3 of 14 ~~'11.Ilf,*, ('., ) '~~.. DATE: TO: MEMORANDUM February 13, 2009 Board of County Commissioners FROM: Mike Sheffield, Assistant to the County Manager SUBJECT: Review of Advisory Committees for FY 2009 In accordance with Ordinance No. 2001-55, all advisory committees and boards are reviewed by the Board of County Commissioners every four years on a rotating schedule, The County Manager is required to deliver to the Board of County Commissioners, on or before February 15, the written report submitted by the chairperson of each board, together with any staff recommendation or comments regarding these committees. Attached are reports from the 7 of the 9 advisory committees scheduled for review in 2009. The Chairman of the Collier County Planning Commission, Mark Strain, did not submit a written report; however, he will be present in the BCC chambers on 3/24/09 to present an oral report. The review of the Bayshore Gateway Triangle Local Redevelopment Advisory Board was conducted by the Board of County Commissioners at a special workshop on January 16, 2009. The chairperson of each advisory committee will make an oral presentation to the Board at your regular meetings on March 10 and March 24, as indicated below. During those presentations, you will have an opportunity to ask questions regarding their reports. March 10. 2009 (11 :00 time certain) Bayshore Beautification MSTU Advisory Committee Lely Golf Estates Beautification Advisory Committee Radio Road Beautification Advisory Committee Vanderbilt Beach Beautification MSTU Advisory Committee March 24. 2009 111:00 time certain) Ochopee Fire Control District Advisory Committee Collier County Planning Commission Golden Gate Estates Land Trust Advisory Committee Collier County Coastal Advisory Committee CC: Jim Mudd, County Manager Leo E. Ochs, Jr., Deputy County Manager Jeff Klatzkow. County Attorney Sue Filson, Bee Execulive Manager . Agenda Item No. 10A March 24. 2009 Page 4 of 14 , ADVISORY COMMITTEEIBOARD FOUR. YEAR REVIEW BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009 ADVISORY COMMITTEE: I Ochopee Fire Control District IA. IB. I C. ID. IE. IF. I G: IH. CHAIRMAN: I Mitchell Roberts ~ / F STAFF LIAISON: I Chief Alan McLaughlin STAFF DIVISION: I Bureau of Emergency Services AUTHORITY: I Ordinance No. 89-98 I. SUMMARY: This five member committee was created by Ordinance Number 89-98 to advise the Board of County Commissioners on the operations and budget of the Ochopee Fire Control District. Members must reside within the boundaries of the Ochopee Arca Fire Control Special Taxing District, one member from Everglades City (appointed by the Mayor), one member from Plantation Island, one member from Chokoloskee, one member from Lee Cypress (Copeland) and one member from Ochopee. Terms are two years. The Ochopee Fire Control District Advisory Board Meeting is usually held on the second Monday of the month at 6PM in the Fire Chier's Office at the Everglades City Fire Station located at 201 Buckner Ave North, Everglades City, and FI. 34139. The advisory board does break for the summer beginning in May and reconvening in October The current membership is composed of: Chairman Mitchell Roberts, John Pennell, Macbeth Collins, Darcy Kidder, James Simmons and Staff Liaison Chief Alan McLaughlin Page 1 of3 Agenda Item No. 10A March 24, 2009 Page 5 of 14 I-I Is the CommitteeIBoard serving the purpose for which it was created? Yes, the Ochopee Fire Control District Advisory Board oversees the operations and budget of the Ochopee Fire Control District. The completed budget is presented each year and the board accepts it as is or suggest changes if need be. Also the Fire Chief at each meeting will go over current expenditures and the status of the budget. The Fire Chief also keeps the board informed as to goals and operation informalion as it occurs. The advisory board serves as the Department's checks and balances. 1-2 Is the CommitteeIBoard adequately serving current community needs? Yes, the Ochopee Fire Control Advisory Board is helping to provide the Ochopee Fire District with modem cost efficient fire service. The Advisory Board is continuing to fulfill its mission serving community and district needs. Recently the Advisory Board sent a letter to the State Department of Transportation regarding the possibility of placing a station on 1-75 funded by the future commissionaire. This section of the District has been a big burden to the tax payers. Also each memher represents an area in the district if there is a problem it is brought up at the meeting in an effort to resolve it. 1-3 List the major accomplishments of the Committee for the preceding I2-month period. Board members supported and worked along with Chief McLaughlin in an effort to establish a station at Port of the Islands. The Board reviewed past budgets for the purpose of obtaining the In Lieu of Tax funds again for the District Overview of Budget 08/09 DOT Letter regarding station on 1-75 The board provided input on all projects initiated by the Fire Chief at the meetings including goals achieved and tasks not yet completed keeping staff on track with various items, 1-4 Are there any other committee's or agencies (either puhlic or private) serving, or would better serve the purpose for which the Committee was created? No. There is no other board, committee, or agency that duplicates the work of the Oehopee Fire Control District Advisory Board. Page 2 of 3 . Agenda Item No. 10A March 24, 2009 Page 6 of 14 , 1.5 Should the ordinance creating the Committee/Board be amended to allow the Committee to more adequately serve the purpose for which it was created? It is believed that the Ochopee Fire Control District Advisory Board can operate adequately and effectively under the existing ordinance. 1-6 Should the membershi re uirements be modified? No modifications are needed, 1-7 What is the cost, both direct and indirect, of maintaining the Committee? None at this time. In the future there will be mileage costs for the Port of the Islands member he travels over 20 miles round trip to attend the meetings but it would be a minimal amount. J: ADDITIONAL BOARD/COMMITTEE COMMENTS: The Ochopee Fire Control District Advisory Board is a dedicated group of volunteers. The Chairman would like to see members from all the areas. At the present time there is not a representative from Ochopee or Chokoloskee. However, some of this has to do with limited population. The more varied the board the more effective. K: STAFF COMMENTS: The board is effective as a checks and balances to the Department and can pursue projects or issues the staff cannot that could benefit the District. Page 3 of3 Agenda Item No. 10A March 24, 2009 Page 7 of 14 The Chairman of the Collier County Planning Commission, Mark Strain, did not submit a written report; however, he will be present in the BCC chambers on 3/24/09 to present an oral report. , Agenda Item NO.1 OA March 24. 2009 Page 8 of 14 ADVISORY COMMITTEE/BOARD FOUR-YEAR REVIEW BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009 I A. ADVISORY COMMITTEE: [Golden Gate Estates Land Trust Committee B. CHAIRPERSON: I I I I -.J I Ie. I D. IE. IF. Ie: IH. STAFF LIAISON: I Jason Bires STAFF AGENCY: I County Manager's Office I Ordinance No. 87-48, as amended AUTHORITY: I. SUMMARY: The Golden Gate Estates Land Trus1 Committee (Committee) was established pursuant to Ordinance No. 87-48, as amended, for the purposes of aiding and assisting the Board of County Commissioners in carrying out 1he requirements, conditions, and various provisions of an Agreemcnt, dated November 15, 1983, (1983 Agreement), between Collier County and Avatar Properties Inc" f/k/a GAC Properties Inc. The Agreement provided for the dedication of 1,061 acres of property to Collier County. The Agreement outlined certain criteria for which the land and proceeds from the sale ofland be utilized. The Committee was also established to advise the Board of County Commissioners as to speeific governmental facilities recommended to be provided on the lands deeded in accordance with the 1983 Agreement; to propose marketing programs for the sale of those lands; and set priorities and monitor expenditures from the trust fund (GAC Land Trust) established by the Board of County Commissioners wherein revenues from the sale of property are deposited. Thc Committee is composed of 5 members. The members are appoin1ed by resolution of the Board of County Commissioners for a four-vear term and shall be permanent Page I of3 eM: Winona's folder! FY 05/4 year review! report template Agenda Item NO.1 OA March 24, 2009 Page 9 of 14 residents and electors of the Golden Gate Estates area. Committee meetings are held on the fourth Monday of every other month at 6:30 p.m. at Fire Station 71 location at 100 13th Street SW in Golden Gate Estates. The current membership of the Committee is composed of Chairperson Karen Acquard, Vice-Chairman JetT Curl and Stephen Greenberg. There are currently two recommendations on the Committee, I. Whether the Committee/Board is serving the purpose for which it was created. With the assistance of the Real Property Management Department, the Committee is best servin the u ose for which it was created. 2. Whether the Board is adequately servin!!; current community needs. I Thc Committee is adequately serving the community needs. 3. List the Board's major accomplishments for the preceding 12-month eriod. 1. A total of $54,000 for the purchase of six weathersta1ions to be used by the Golden Gate Fire Control and Rescue District and the Big Corkscrew Island Fire Control and Rescued District. These weatherstations assist the fire districts in performing their duties in their service to the residents of Golden Gate Estates. 2. A total of $1 50,000 for the purchase of equipment and materials to facilitate the construction of a Boundless Playground to be located at Big Corkscrew Elementary School and available for use by all residents of Golden Gate Estates. 3. A total of $47, 115 for the purchase of Fire Shelters and Radio Equipment by the Golden Gate Fire Control and Rescue District to be used in performing their duties in their service to the residents of Golden Gate Estates. 4. A conveyance of GAC Land Trust land to the Collier County Transportation Department to be used by the County for the Oil Well Road Expansion Project. This conveyance provided revenue in the amount of $200,000 to the GAC Land Trust Fund, 5. A conveyance of GAC Land Trust land to the Conservation Collier program. This conveyance rovided revenue in the amount of$116,914 to the GAC Land Trust Fund, 4. Whether there is any other Board or agency, either public or private, which is serving or would better serve the purpose for which the Board was created. Page 2 of 3 eM: Winona's folder/ FY 05/4 year review! report template \ , Agenda Item No.1 OA March 24, 2009 Page 10 of 14 There are currently no other existing boards or agencies, either public or private that would better serve the u ose for which the GAC Land Trust Committee was created. 5. Whether the ordinance creating the Board should be amended to allow the Board to more adequately serve the purpose for which it was created. No amendments to the existing ordinance are necessary at this time as it provides clear direction to the Committee. uirements should be modified. uire no modifications. 7. The cost, both direct and indirect, of maintaining the Board. _ The cost of maintaining the Committee is nominal. The only cost that is associated with the Committee is that of staff time to attend the bi-monthly meetings. J: ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: Assets of the GAC Land Trust Committee are approximately $1,662.541.15 in available cash. ADoroximately 106.86 acres ofland is yet to be utilized or sold. Page 3 of3 eM: Winona's folder! FY 05/4 year reviewl rC[lort template p,qellda Item No. WI, March 24, 2009 Page '11 of 14 ADVISORY COMMITTEE/BOARD FOlJR-YEAR REVIEW BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009 ~---~-- ADVISORY COMMITTEE: _,~Colljer County Coastal Advisory Committee I IA. IB-'---CHAIRMAN~ --iTo1;;Sorey, lIi rc:- .. "17fh.- -,-_ ~-,. /- /./ ~_ ~ f~.~-"' l::-:" - --,,- STAFF LIAISON: I Gail Hambright I_D,--_,_ST AFI'~GENCY: _1I'ell1l.Lc-,~r;:j~s -==~____________=-~_~'==-:] l E AUTHORITY: -~J ()rdi;;-~;,ce No. 2001-03 - - J -'-,------------- ------------,--- --, ------,--' ---------~I LX ,_~!j Bi\f!:rT~," Di\TJi :__l.i anemy R..2()(j9___:- _______________,__________. ._-1 ,r-~-----~--.------.---..----..~.- 1-------..-...--.'------...----------------------------"----'1 I G: _ FY 09 REVIE\\iD,,- TE: ~ch 2009 ___________________, ! H. -----,--:- --------- -- - - --- -I LASTBCCREVIEWDAn::_;,March2:?,.2005 ____ _ ___--.l II. I I SUMMARY: I I Collier County Ordinance 2001-rn created the Collier County Coastal Advisory Committee (CAe), in cooperation with the City of Naples and the City of Marco island. to assist the Board "f'County Commissioners (BCC) with its establishment of unified beach erosion control and inlet management programs within the unincorporated and I incorporated areas ofC,lIier County, and 10 advise the BCC I and the Tourist Development Council (TDC) of'project i priorities ",ith respect to funding sources available to Collier County for restoration ano prntE'c.tinn of its <:;horelinE' ._-_.._---~ I I I I I I i I I I I i , I L____ The Committee is composed of nine members with three each (rom the unincorporated area of Collier County, the City of Naples and the City of Marco Island. The goveming bodies of the two cities mav endorse and submit names and resumes of I individuals for c~nsideration. The Bel' appoints individuals I to the committee fClr a term of (emr vears. Members are to I possess familiarity with coastal pro~esses, inlet dynamics, I coastal management programs. or demonstrated interest in I- such programs; relevant education and experience; leadership and involvement in community affairs. II The Commitlce reviews and analyzes all beach related Tourist ..J Devclopmcnl Category '"A" grant and funding allocation _.J Page I 01"-1 MEB: !:TDC CATEGORY A:Ci\C f\EVIEW:FY OS Agenda Item NO.1 OA March 24, 2009 Page 12 of 14 requests and makes recommendations to the TDC and BCe. The Committee also analyzes the needs of Collier County coastal resources management and makes appropriate recommendations for improvement to the BCC. Regular Committee meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month in the BCC Boardroom. The current membership is composed of City of Naples representatives Councilman John Sorey (Chairman), Murray Hendel and Doug Finlay; City of Marco Island representatives Councilman Ted Forcht, Victor Rios and Larry Magel; unincorporated Collier County representatives Anthony Pires (Vice Chairman), Jim Burke and currently vacant. 1. Whether the Committee/Board is serving the purpose for which it was created. The Committee is effectively and enthusiastically serving the BCC and the people of Collier County for the purpose for which it was created. 2. Whether the Board is ade uatel servin current communi needs. The Committee is responsive to the identified coastal management needs of the County I with a vision of future requirements. 3. List the Board's major accomplishments for the preceding 12-month eriod. Monitoring Projects Complete I. Wiggins 2, Clam Pass 3. Caxambass 4. Vanderbilt S. Shorebird 6. CountylNaples 7. Dr. Pass 8. Hideaway 9. Near Shore Hard Bottom T -Groins I, Hideaway Project Complete Beach Renourishment I. Clam Pass I 2. Design CountylNaples Renourishment Dredging Page 2 of 4 MEB: J:rue CATEGORY A:CAC REVIEW::fY 05 Agenda Item No. 10A March 24, 2009 Page 13 of 14 1. Caxambas Permit/Dredging 2. Wiggins Pass Dredging Small Sand Source Investigation Pedestrian Access Dr. Pass Jetty Rebuild Barefoot Beach Boardwalk Vegetation Repair Removal 1. Vegetation Repairs Exotic Removal 2, TigertaiJ Vegetation Removal 3. Clam Bay Sea Grass Study Beach Cleaning Naples Annual Pier Repair Clam Pass Ebb Tide Vanderbilt Parking Garage 4. Whether there is any other Board or agency, either public or private, which is serving or would hetter serve the purpose for which the Board was created. The comprehensive approach by the Committee and its composition of broad representation from the County and its two major Cities, provides a basis for quality recommendations to the BCC, which could not be readily duplicated. 5. Whether the ordinance creating the Board should be amended to allow the Board to more adequately serve the purpose for which it was created. I' The present ordinance. 2001-03. adequately provides the hasis for effective functioning of the Committee. I 6. Whether the Board's membershi re uirements should be modified. The current membership requirements enable the needed community representation. 7. The cost, both direet and indirect, of maintainin the Board. The costs associated with the maintenance of the Coastal Advisory Committee are generally related to conducting the monthly meetings. The following is an itemized estimate of the annual meeting costs. Principal Project Manager (1 0% FTE) $ ] 0,738. Liaison to the Board (10% FTE) $ 5,267. MEn: I:TDC CATEGORY A:CAC REYJEW::FY 05 Page 30f4 Agenda Item No. 10A March 24, 2009 Page 14 of 14 Mailing Minute Taker Public Notices *$ 720. $ 3,345. **$ 755. Total cost $20.825. I. In late 2004 the CAC website was launched and agenda packets are now available , online 1**Since late 2004 this item is being coordinated through our Communication & I Customer Relations Dept. J: ADDITIONAL BOARD/COMMITTEE COMMENTS: This Committee is dedicated to serving the citizens of Collier County and providing the best possible advice and counseling on beach and inlet related matters to the Board of County Commissioners. K: STAFF COMMENTS: This Committee is a real asset to the Tourist Development Council and the Board of County Commissioners by advising on the coastal beach and inlet projects that qualify for Tourist Tax funding. It adequately represents the coastal interests of each of our cities and the unincorporated areas of Collier County. I Page 4 of4 MEB: [:TDCCATEGORY A:CAC REvrcw::f='Y OS