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CAC Minutes 09/14/2006 R September 14, 2006 STAFF INFORMATIONAL DISCUSSION TO THE COASTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE Naples, Florida, September 14, 2006 LET IT BE REMEMBERD, that the Coastal Advisory Committee in and for the County of Collier, having conducted business herein, met on this date at 1 :00 PM in REGULAR SESSION at Administrative Building F, 3rd Floor, Collier County Government Center, Naples, Florida with the following members present: CHAIRMAN: Ron Pennington Anthony Pires Heidi Kulpa Paul W. Sullivan John Sorey III -via conference call Gerald Camiener - Excused Murray Hendel- Excused Ronald Minarcini - Excused E. Glenn Tucker - Excused STAFF PRESENT: Gary McAlpin, Coastal Project Manager Colleen M. Greene, Assistant County Attorney Gail Hambright, Tourist Tax Coordinator Page 1 9-14-06 Regular Meeting Page 1 of2 MEETING AGENDA & NOTICE COASTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CAC) THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2006-1 :00 P.M. W. HARMON TURNER BUILDING (Administrative Building F, 3rd Floor Collier County Government Center, 3301 E. Tamiami Trail, Naples) I. Call to Order II. Roll Call III. Changes and Approval of Agenda IV. Public Comments V. Approval of CAC Minutes 1. August 10, 2006 - Regular Meeting Minutes VI. Staff Reports 1. Revenue Report - Gary McAlpin 2. Project Status Report - Gary McAlpin 3. FDEP/FEMA Revenue Update - Gary McAlpin VII. New Business 1. Wiggins Pass Maintenance & Dredging a. * Approval of Wiggins Pass Dredging and Cost Share Plan b. * Approval of Humiston & Moore Engineers for Wiggins Pass Maintenance & Dredging VIII. Old Business 1. Tropical Storm Ernesto Beach Erosion - Verbal 2. FDEP Eligibility/Cost Share - Verbal 3. Major Renourishment Project - Verbal a. GLDD Claim b. Artificial Reef c. Dune Plantings 4. Marco South Beach Renourishment/Caxambas Pass Dredging 5. Clam Pass Beach Park Renourishment/Clam Pass Dredging IX. Public Comments X. Announcements XI. Committee Member Discussion XII. Next Meeting Date/Location 1. October 12,2006 - 1 :00 p.m. - Naples City Hall, Council Chambers, 735 Eighth Street, South, Naplesl XIII. Adjournment All interested parties are invited to attend, and to register to speak and to submit their objections, if any, in writing, to the board prior to the meeting if applicable. http://www.colliergov.net/tdc/cac/9-14-06RegularMeeting.htm 9/14/2006 September 14, 2006 I. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 1 :00 PM by Chairman Ron Pennington. It was determined that a quorum was not established and a regular meeting could not be conducted. Chairman Pennington, upon on advice from Assistant County Attorney Greene, determined that information could be provided by the staff, but the Committee could not participate in any discussions. II. Roll Call Roll call was taken. Mr. Camiener, Mr. Hendel, Mr. Minarcini, and Mr. Tucker were excused. Chairman Pennington noted that Councilman Sorey was attending via conference call and that a participatory discussion could not be held today. Councilman Sullivan asked for clarification. He asked that if a report were to be given, for example, that the committee members could not ask questions. Assistant County Attorney Greene reiterated that there could not be any discussion on a topic where foreseeable action could be taken, i.e., an issue on which the Committee could vote in the near future, but status reports could be given. Chairman Pennington asked ifhe could provide information relevant to attendance at the end of the meeting. Attorney Greene agreed that he could provide a statement for informational purposes but he could not seek or elicit a response. Councilman Sorey questioned whether there had been advance notice of the lack of a quorum and was rescheduling this meeting considered as an option. Mr. McAlpin stated he was notified by Council Member Tucker at 12:15PM that, due to an urgent matter on Marco Island, Mr. Tucker would not be able to attend this meeting. It was decided to proceed with an informational exchange in place of the regular meeting. III. Public Comments None IV. Staff Reports 1. Revenue Report - Gary McAlpin 2 September 14, 2006 Mr. McAlpin reviewed "Tourist Tax Revenue Report - FY 2005-2006" (see attachments. ) 2. FDEP/FEMA Revenue Update Mr. McAlpin reviewed the "FDEP Funding and Billing Summary" (see attachments). He stated that revenue projections for 2005-2006 have been satisfied. Councilman Sorey asked about the parking meter issue. Mr. McAlpin replied that there have been discussions with the FDEP regarding the metered spaces. The issue is still pending. The FDEP is submitting a revised proposal. Assistant Attorney Greene noted that it was not appropriate for Councilman Sorey to participate by telephone since a quorum was not established. Chairman Pennington advised the Councilman to contact Mr. McAlpin at a later time for an update. V. New Business 1. Wiggins Pass Dredging Mr. McAlpin pointed out that this item is currently on the website and he is providing an information only update. It is recommended that dredging begin in January after the Marco South project has been completed. The State Park will accept approximately 12,000 cubic yards ofsand that will be available as a result of the dredging. A series of meetings will be held with all interested parties concerning the issue of dredging the interior channel shoals. This is consistent with the "Inlet Management Plan" approved by the BCC for Wiggins Pass. Mr. McAlpin stated that the item regarding the construction monitoring phase of the work that needs approval and will be continued to the next meeting. He also stated that waiting for approval will not be detrimental to the project. 2. Beach Conditions Mr. McAlpin reported that the beaches survived Tropical Storm Ernesto without difficulty and there was no new erosion. 3. Great Lakes Dock and Dredge Claim Mr. McAlpin stated that there has not been any progress. 4. Artificial Reef and Dune Plantings The bids are out regarding the artificial reef and dune plantings. The cost for the dune plantings will be funded by FEMA and is not included in the budget. 3 September 14,2006 5. Marco South Project There will be a pre-construction kick-off meeting scheduled for September 20,2006, with the State, dredging contractor and concerned residents. It is being coordinated with Nancy Ritchie. 6. Clam Pass Project A meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, September 19,2006, at 1 :00 PM, with representatives from Pelican Bay Services Division, Seagate, the City of Naples, Humiston & Moore and Parks and Recreation to discuss the scope of that project. 7. General Beach Report Some dead fish have been noted on the beaches, but not a major accumulation. There have been reports of "Red Tide," but the beaches are clear of seaweed. Councilman Sorey asked if there was a need to have an additional meeting prior to the next scheduled Committee meeting since several action items could not be approved today. Chairman Pennington indicated that these items could be held over to the October meeting without serious consequences. Assistant County Attorney Greene recommended that members contact Mr. McApin or Gail Hambright directly with their requests for items to be carried over to the next agenda. Chairman Pennington cited from the County Ordinance concerning Standards for the Creation and Review of Boards, Section 2-833, on attendance requirements. He also stated that an informational email would be sent to all committee members. He stressed that full attendance at meetings is encouraged. He reminded members that if a board member is absent for two consecutive meetings without a satisfactory excuse that is acceptable to the Chair, the board member's position could be declared vacant. VI. Next Meeting Date/Location 1. October 12, 2006 - 1 :00 PM - Naples City Hall, Council Chambers, 735 Eighth Street South, Naples ***** 4 September 14, 2006 There being no further business for the good of the County, the information meeting was adjourned by order of the Chair at 1 :30 PM. COLLIER COUNTY COASTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE Ron Pennington, Chairman 5