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CAC Minutes 10/12/2006 R October 12, 2006 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COASTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE Naples, Florida, October 12,2006 LET IT BE REMEMBERED, 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 Council Chambers, City Hall, City of Naples, Florida with the following members present: Chairman: Ron Pennington Vice Chairman: John Sorey III - Excused Gerald Camiener Murray Hendel Heidi Kulpa Ronald Minarcini Anthony Pires Paul Sullivan E. Glenn Tucker ALSO PRESENT: Gary McAlpin, Coastal Project Manager Jennifer Belpedio, Assistant County Attorney Gail Hambright, Tourist Tax Coordinator 1 October 12, 2006 I. Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Chairman Ron Pennington at 1 :00 p.m. II. Roll Call Roll call was taken and a quorum established. III. Changes and Approval of Agenda Revised VI-2 - VII-5 New Page - VII-6 Information was added - VIII-l Added Breakdown of proposal received for Clam Pass. Mr. Sullivan moved to approve tlte agenda as amended. Second by Mr. Camiener. Motion carried unanimously - 8-0. IV. Public Comments V. Approval of CAC Minutes 1. August 10, 2006 - Regular Meeting Minutes Page 5 spelling should be Geoff. Mr. Hendel moved to approve tlte minutes for August 10, 2006. Second by Mr. Pires. Motion carried unanimously - 8-0. 2. September 14, 2006 - Regular Meeting Minutes Page 2, second paragraph the word "on" should be eliminated. Page 4, third paragraph, McAlpin is spelled incorrectly. Page 2, Councilman Sullivan should be Mr., as he is not a councilman. Mr. Sullivan moved to approve tlte minutes for September 14, 2006 as amended. Second by Mr. Pennington. Motion carried unanimously - 8-0. VI. Staff Reports 1. Revenue Report - Gary McAlpin Mr. McAlpin reviewed "Tourist Tax Revenue Report - FY 2005-2006" Breakdown of yearly totals and the different funds were noted. Discussion followed on the 4th cent. (See attachments). 2. Project Status Report - Gary McAlpin Mr. McAlpin reviewed "TDC Category 'A' Beach Maintenance Projects" Many of the projects will be closed out and others updated. (See attachments) . 3. FDEP/FEMA Revenue Update Mr. McAlpin - FDEP Funding and Billing Summary (see attachments). 2 October 12,2006 It was reported that $7.9 million had been billed and collected from FEMA from the various storms. $1.1 will be reimbursed from the Federal Government from FEMA. Will receive about $2M from FDEP based on their eligibility. Total will be $12M collected from FDEP & FEMA. VII. New Business 1. Lake Trafford Restoration Mr. Clarence Tears addressed the committee requesting more funding for the project in Immokalee. . Phase I - dredging completed . Phase II - shoreline being worked on . Original Contract awarded - $1 0.3M . Mr. Tears broke down funding resources indicating funding shortage. Chairman Pennington advised Mr. Tears submit a request form to the Committee and formal action will then be taken accordingly. 2. Gordon River Shoaling/Dredging - Dr. Bauer Congressman Connie Mack's office (through a telephone conference) informed Dr. Bauer the Corp of Engineers will do a preliminary survey from the Gordon River Bridge up the Gordon Pass for data on shoaling. In 2007 Engineering and Permitting work would be started. 2008 they would dredge the pass as needed. All this depends on authorization from Congress. 3. Approval of Humiston & Moore for Wiggins Pass Maintenance and Dredging approval Mr. McAlpin presented two Work Orders and requested authorization for approval. (See attachments). Cltairman Pennington moved to approve $67,665 for Work Orders HM- FT- 3902-06-05 and HM-FT-2902-06-06. Second by Mr. Sullivan. Motion carried unanimously - 8-0. 4. Wiggins Pass and Ebb Tide Shoal Dredging & Beach Renourishment - Overhead presentation given by Gary McAlpin consisted of the following: (Attachment) . There had been a town hall meeting with community discussion on the entire scope of the project. . First part discussed was the Ebb Tide Shoal. . Fifty thousand cubic yards dredged will be deposited on Delnor Wiggins State Park. . The cubic yards of material (beach quality) and depths were shown with recommendations that have been approved by the Board of County Commissioners 3 October 12, 2006 . Safety Navigation Issues - ECA participate up to 50% Mr. Gary McAlpin recommended to proceed with the Wiggins Pass Dredging Project for January 2007. SPEAKERS John Bache stated the estuary needs to be free flowing and clean, why is it permitted to stagnate? The pass should be dredged. Gary Eidson - Vanderbilt Drive - expressed caution regarding dredging by keeping the pass at 3 foot depth. He wants to make sure the sea grasses aren't disturbed. Doug Fee -President North Bay Civic Association but speaking on behalf of himself - addressed inlet management plan drafting. Because of natural shallow state, keeping the estuary at 3-foot draft level noted is important. He reviewed a document that was distributed. Manatee protection plan was specifically noted for Wiggins Pass. Joseph Moreland -ECA President - noted a safety issue when pass is too shallow. Fireboats and sea tow can get stuck. Mr. Moreland noted 14 places where sea grass could grow. Captain John Finley said new fireboat cannot get down the channel at current low tide. He quoted Florida State Statutes covering the public's interest. He stated the pass needs to be dredged down to 5-6 feet. He also stated there are certain requirements for the Manatee Protection Plan. David Roellig concurred with necessary work with caution to impact. John Staiger - BOD Estuary Conservation Assoc. - safety issues is a primary concern of his. He addressed estuary preservation and the fact this project needs to go forward. A lengthy discussion ensued. Mr. Tucker moved to approve tlte Scope of Work for tlte Dredging Project for Wiggins Pass. Second by Mr. Camiener. Motion carried unanimously 8-0. a. Subaqueous System Contract Change Order #1, Dredging Wiggins Pass for $682,000. Anthony Pires, as an attorney for the Clerk of Court, asked to be excused. 4 October 12, 2006 Assistant County Attorney Jennifer Belpedio suggested conflict of interest may exist and that Mr. Pires should not participate and file the proper paperwork. Mr. Pires was excused. Mr. Tucker moved to approve tlte Scope of Work for tlte dredging of Wiggins Pass Flood & Ebb Tide Sltoal Dredging and Beaclt Renourisltment. Second by Mr. Sullivan. Motion carried 6-1 (Mr. Hendel voted "no'') 5. Subaqueous System Contract Change Order (Modifications) (See attachments) A motion was asked for by Chairman Pennington. Ms. Kulpa stated some opposition. Without a second the motion was not considered. Chairman Pennington stated he thought there was a motion & second and called for a vote which carried 7-0. (A subsequent review of the video and audio tapes did not verify a proper motion and second had been made. Consequently, ratification of this vote will be considered at a future meeting) Mr. Pires returned. a. Dune Vegetation Bid Results & Recommendations Mr. McAlpin noted which vegetation plants were recommended and the details of the bid. The seeds need to be harvested now with 90-day germination. This is the second phase that needs approval. Mr. Hendel moved tltat tltey move forward on tlte second pltase oftlte healthy beaches program. Second by Mr. Tucker. Motion carried unanimously 8-0. Break - 2:51 PM Reconvened VIII. Old Business 1. Clam Pass Update Mr. McAlpin reviewed the Executive Summary "Clam Pass Beach Park Renourishment/Clam Pass Dredging" on the overhead (see attachments). SPEAKERS John Domenie - one of his recollections of the meeting at the Tourism Office was they agreed to dredge 30 feet wide and 5 feet deep through the 5 October 12, 2006 ebb shoal. He mentioned using more sand. He recommended to revisit the plan and examine the options available to increase flushing to the mangrove area. Purpose is to enhance the eco system of the estuary - not beach renourishment. He spoke on existing maintenance dredging and alO--year plan for clam pass David Roellig stated he felt Coastal Planning report deficient, that definitive study done by Coastal Engineering in the 1990's was not referenced, therefore, coming up with erroneous results. The report should be sent back. Recommended getting appropriate sand. Martha Dykman gave thanks for hiring an independent engineer to obtain fair viewpoint. Pictures were shown of the beach showing the need for more sand in Clam Pass Park. David Buser noted a summer of slime in Seagate canals. In 1996, a 10- year plan developed. At that time only 7 acres of sea grass existed. The estuary is not being properly managed. After dredging, in one year, there was a 10% increase in sea grass. He asked that the system be flushed and the beach be nourished. Brett Cohan - Property Manager of Naples Cay - noted that last year the beach renourishment was done up to Seagate Beach stopping before Clam Pass. He had been in contact with Mr. McAlpin and read an email addressing his concerns. He asked that the Board go ahead with this recommendation to nourish Clam Pass. Doug Finley - City of Naples - felt that this was a logical proposal making environmental sense. Dredging will accomplish the improvement of flushing the Bay. He asked that the dredging occur, as there are less fish and plant life in the Southern portion of Clam Bay. Jim Burke - Chairman of Pelican Bay Services Division - stated what separates their community with all others is Clam Bay and the Mangrove forest being very precious to them. Red flags are up and stated there are a lot of hidden agendas. They are not being uncooperative but their interest is Clam Bay and the mangroves. Pelican Bay Services wants to investigate on its own. Discussion ensued on the process to go through with the Scope of Work on the maintenance dredging, the Contract and the 80' wide dredge. Mr. Hendel moved to dredge the 80' cut and will not pursue cut 5. Second by Mr. Tucker. 6 October 12,2006 Mr. Camiener stated on record he had no objection to the current proposal but it is shortsighted in addressing better drainage into the canals and the mangrove areas. Motion carried 6-2 (Ms. Kulpa & Mr. Camiener voted "no'') Mr. Anthony Pires was again excused as attention turned to the contract itself. Mr. McAlpin addressed the Contract & stated he will work with any of Mr. Pires' concerns with the Clerk's office. Mr. Hendel moved the Contract be awarded to Humiston and Moore Engineers. Mr. Tucker second. Motion carried 5-2. (Ms. Kulpa and Mr. Camiener voted "no") (Following the vote, Mr. Pires returned) 2. Marco South/Caxambas Pass Dredging Update Mr. McAlpin reviewed the Executive Summary "Marco South Beach Renourishment/Caxambas Pass Dredging" (see attachments). They have received their Notice to Proceed and all permits are in place. Will take approximately 2 months and will stay in touch with Nancy Ritchie and Mr. Madsen. IX. Public Comments None X. Announcements Mr. Roger Jacobsen introduced himself as new City of Naples Employee funded and report to the DEP. He is the marina compliance officer, specializing in water and beach environment. XI. Committee Member Discussion . Ms. Kulpa - Clam Pass concerns - questions raised and would like to hear a study by the two groups . Mr. Pires - perhaps a Workshop would be helpful . Mr. Hendel- Agrees with people in Seagate and Naples Cay - it is their responsibility . Mr. Camiener - the beach at the County Park needs attention for proper estuary care 7 October 12, 2006 XII. Next Meeting Date/Location November 9,2006 at 1:00 p.m. - Government Center, Administration Building F, 3rd Floor. There being no further business for the good of the County, the meeting was adjourned by order of the Chair at 4:07 p.m. COLLIER COUNTY COASTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE Chairman Ron Pennington 8