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CAC Minutes 07/21/2020July 21, 2020 MINUTES OF THE COLLIER COUNTY COASTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING Naples, Florida, July 21, 2020 LET IT BE REMEMBERED, the Collier County Coastal Advisory Committee, in and for the County of Collier, having conducted business herein, met on this date at 12:00 P.M. in REGULAR SESSION at the South Horseshoe Transportation Building South Conference Room, Naples, Florida with the following members present: CHAIRMAN: David Trecker VICE CHAIRMAN: Joseph Burke (via telephone) Steve Koziar Thomas McCann (via telephone) Jim Burke Robert Raymond Erik Brechnitz Robert Roth (via telephone) Raymond Christman ALSO PRESENT: Gary McAlpin, Manager, Coastal Zone Management Colleen Greene, Assistant County Attorney July 21, 2020 Any persons in need of the verbatim record of the meeting may request a copy of the video recording from the Collier County Communications and Customer Relations Department or view online. I. Call to Order Chairman Trecker called the meeting to order at 12:00 P.M. II. Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. III. Roll Call Roll call was taken and a quorum was established. Mr. Jim Burke moved to allow Mr. Joseph Burke, Mr. Roth and Mr. McCann to participate via telephone due to an extraordinary circumstance. Second by Mr. Raymond Carried unanimously 6 — 0. Mr. Roth was welcomed as a new member of the Committee. W. Changes and Approval of Agenda Mr. Jim Burke moved to approve the Agenda subject to hearing Items V77.3 and 4 before Item VII.2. Second by Mr. Raymond Carried unanimously 9 - 0. V. Public Comments None VI. Approval of CAC Minutes 1. June 11, 2020 Mr. Raymond moved to approve the minutes of the June 11, 2020 as submitted Second by Mr. Jim Burke. Carried unanimously 9 — 0. VII. Staff Reports 1. Expanded Revenue Report The Committee reviewed the "FY20 TDC Revenue Report" dated through June 30, 2020. He noted: • Current projections indicate there will be a $2M in shortfall in funds allocated to beach accounts compared to the Fiscal Year budgeted amounts for Tourist Tax collections. • There are sufficient funds available to cover budgeted projects as the shortfall will impact the reserve amounts to be set aside during the Fiscal Year ($9M vs. $11 M). • There is a possibility the shortfall will be reduced by the end of the Fiscal Year if visitation to the area increases. VIII. New Business 1. Presentation from Linda Colombo from Friends of Tigertail Beach on Dredging Portions of Tigertail Lagoon Ms. Colombo addressed the Committee on the current conditions at Tigertail Beach noting: • The lagoon adjacent to the beach parking has been degrading over recent years due to reductions of tidal water flows into the area. • The reduction in flows is causing stagnate water, muddy conditions and a generally unappealing area. • In March of 2019, the area was temporarily closed due to unacceptable levels of bacterial matter in the area. July 21, 2020 • These conditions impact recreational opportunities and overall visitation to the area (kayaking, fishing, birding, etc., activities). • Indications there are solutions to the problem by slightly deepening the area north of the lagoon, which eventually connects to the Gulf at this point in time. • Developing solutions will include input from the public and various stakeholders to ensure environmental impacts are minimized. • She brings the item forward for informational purposes as studies will be needed to address the issue, however dredging activities are not under consideration at this point in time. Mr. McAlpin reported: • The information has been provided to the Committee as he anticipates a funding request may be brought forward for consideration in the future. • At this point, staff is not in favor of alterations to the area as the conditions are naturally occurring and the changes will not negatively affect birding opportunities, or wildlife. • The area in question is controlled by the State and indications are permitting for the work necessary to alter the area may be problematic. • Although any proposed solutions by those involved may lead to a funding request, the major concern is the ongoing maintenance and monitoring costs which may be associated with any proposal. • Additionally, any attempts to address the area immediately north of the lagoon will not lead to eliminating tidal waters from the Gulf overflowing into the area causing issues. Ms. Greene, Assistant County Attorney reported indications are the area of the lagoon would be eligible for TDC funding under the statute. Additional analysis would be required to determine if the areas to the north of the lagoon connecting the area to the Gulf would be eligible for funding based on the statute. Committee discussion • Beach access is not an issue, as users may walk southward to access the beach portion on the Gulf, however the lagoon does provide a shortcut to the Gulf beach area. • There is a concern the condition of the area may affect overall beach visitation placing greater demands on other areas of County beaches. • The County did previously allocate Tourist Development Tax revenues for the construction of the viewing tower in the area. • A "walkover" was proposed at one time but was met with objections from various parties and never constructed. • Utilizing a tram service to access the Gulf beach area may be an option for consideration. 2. USACE Beach/Storm Surge Feasibility Study Tentative Selected Plan (TSP) Mr. McAlpin presented the PowerPoint "USACE Feasibility Study Collier County's Storm Surge Protection Tentatively Selected Plan (TSP). " The PowerPoint included an overview of development of the plan and the projects proposed for its implementation. He noted: • The goal of the plan is to help protect the beaches and upland structures from the impacts of storm surge. • The plan will be implemented through a Federal grant program over 50 years with local funding participation. • The concepts include building many recommendations including building the beaches higher and wider, constructing structural and non-structural components, elevating of structures, acquisitions of land, etc. July 21, 2020 • The plan incorporates sea level rise projections and the coast is divided into several study areas where different measures may be employed to mitigate storm surge potential. • The plan is anticipated to be made available for public review on 7/31/20 followed by Zoom public workshops and in person presentations to elected officials. • The plan will continue to be refined until the $3M initial appropriation for developing the document has been exhausted. • The tentative schedule includes approval by Congress in 2 years, Appropriation in 4-5 years and initiation of construction in 8 —10 years. During Committee discussion, the following was noted: • Implementing any aspects of the plan will be at the County's discretion and local funding participation is required for the projects. • Concern that certain property owners may not be in favor of constructing higher dunes or structural components in the vicinity of their lands. • Sea level rise projections may be more accurate over the short term (say 20 years), but there is a concern it is an unknown over the long term, which may impact how the plan needs to be implemented. • The work in certain areas may require easements granted by the owners of the lands for the projects to be completed. 3. ES City of Naples Pre -spend Request on Pier Repairs • Naples Pier Corrosion Mitigation • Bid Analysis Naples Pier • Pier Renovation Agreement Letter Mr. McAlpin presented the Executive Summary "Recommendation to approve advance funding of $135, 587 to the City of Naples in FY201912020 for immediate pier maintenance repairs and make a funding that this item promotes tourism " for consideration. He noted: • Historically, the City of Naples has been allowed funding in the amount of $200,000 annually for maintenance of the Pier. • In 2015, they were allocated $1.4M in advance to pre -spend on renovation to the Pier with the funds to be "paid back" over a series of years based on the $200,000 annual allocation by the County. • The pre -advance is nearly paid off with a balance of approximately $64,000 remaining for 2021. • The proposal is to advance an additional $135,000 as the Pier is in need of repairs. • The funding will be allocated to the 2021 Fiscal Year when all balances due will be paid off. • Staff recommends approval of the item given the necessity to complete the repairs. Mr. Christman moved to recommend the Board of County Commissioners approve advance funding of $135,587.00 to the City of Naples in FY2019/2020 for immediate pier maintenance repairs and finds the item promotes tourism. Second by Mr. Joseph Burke. Carried unanimously 9 — 0. 4. ES APTIM Proposal for the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) Lease Borrow Area • APTIM Proposal for BOEM Mr. McAlpin presented the Executive Summary "Recommendation to approve a work order with APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure, Inc. to provide professional support services for 4 July 21, 2020 the extension of the Bureau of Ocean and Energy Management (BOEM) lease of the TI Borrow Area sand source under the current library services Contract #18-7432-CZfor time and material not to exceed $16,128.00, authorize the Chairman to execute the work order, and make a finding that this item promotes tourism" for consideration. He noted: • The County has held a lease to utilize a borrow area, approximately 40 miles offshore as a sand source for beach renourishment. • Although the County has not needed to utilize the source over recent years, the material is for emergency purposes at no charge to the County. • The County is responsible for the costs of obtaining the lease and the proposed expenditure is for consultant's technical assistance with the application. • If further detailed environmental studies are required for the lease, staff will return to the Committee seeking approval for additional expenditures. Mr. Raymond moved to recommend the Board of County Commissioners approve a work order with APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure, Inc. to provide professional support services for the extension of the Bureau of Ocean and Energy Management (BOEAV lease of the TJ Borrow Area sand source under the current library services Contract #18-7432-CZ for time and material not to exceed $16,12&00, authorize the Chairman to execute the work order, and finds the item promotes tourism. Second by Mr. McCann. Carried unanimously 9 — 0. IX. Old Business None X. Announcements None XI. Committee Member Discussion None XIL Next Meeting Date/Location September 10, 2020 — Government Center, Administration Bldg. F, 3rd Floor There being no further business for the good of the County, the meeting was adjourned by order of the Chair at 2:15 P.M. Collier County Coastal Advisory Committee avid 4��yl ker, Chairman These minutes approved by the Board/Committee on 0 7-1)._as presented or as amended