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RE_ From the Desk of County Commissioner Rick L...From:Sheryl & Raymond Wagner To:LoCastroRick; CapizziAixa Subject:RE: From the Desk of County Commissioner Rick LoCastro Date:Sunday, February 7, 2021 7:43:17 AM Attachments:image017.png EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Aixa, Our Tamarynd Place Board members and I look forward to our virtual meeting with Rick. As I mentioned, we got to know Donna Fiala quite well over the years and she would often give updates on issues for our residents within Tamarynd Place and also with our Kings Lake HOA. Currently, it looks like we have Tuesday, February 16th before 10:45AM and after 3:00PM open. We also have Wednesday, February 17th open from 12:00 to 1:00PM. We are waiting for a virtual meeting time to be set by some Cable/Broadband companies after 1:00 on the 17th and will be able to offer another opening that afternoon after we hear from them. We look forward to being able to virtually meet with Rick to discuss several items that are important to us and to also find out what else is being planned for East Naples. I would estimate that we will need no longer than 45 minutes for our virtual meeting. I await communications from you regarding the time and method that you would like to use to hold this meeting. Once I hear from you I will advise our Board of Directors. Thank you for your assistance! Raymond Wagner (c) 248-535-9024 On 02/04/2021 2:17 PM LoCastroRick <rick.locastro@colliercountyfl.gov> wrote: Mr. Wagner Thank you for the note… I'd welcome meeting with your group and to hear your concerns and where I can help. I've CC'd my Executive Assistant on this email…. she will converse with you and find a date and time that works for us all to meet or to have a Zoom call. Thank you… looking forward to it. Aixa -- Over to you. …Rick RICK LOCASTRO Collier County Commissioner District 1 SIGN UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER HERE ! Rick.LoCastro@CollierCountyFL.gov 3299 Tamiami Trl E, Suite 303, Naples FL 34112 Office: (239) 252-8601 Mobile: (239) 777-2452 From: Sheryl & Raymond Wagner <randswagner@comcast.net> Sent: Thursday, February 4, 2021 2:04 PM To: LoCastroRick <Rick.LoCastro@colliercountyfl.gov> Cc: Larry Butler <larryabutler@gmail.com>; Kevin Lauck <lauck.kevin2@gmail.com>; Thomas Getty Jr <tom@transportservicesgroup.com>; Hanrahan, JP <james.p.hanrahan@gmail.com>; Darrell D Arvik <ddarvik89@gmail.com> Subject: Re: From the Desk of County Commissioner Rick LoCastro EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good afternoon Rick, My name is Raymond Wagner and I am contacting you on behalf of View this email in your browser Tamarynd Place condominiums on Kings Lake. Our Kings Lake Home Owners Association is approximately 1,200 residents strong, with approximately 750 condo owners. The remaining residents are home owners. The purpose of my email is to ask for your help regarding condo ownership, specifically reverse mortgages and it's impact on all other condo owners in our association. Tamarynd Place has been trying to work with HUD in an attempt to clear up matters with respect to an individual condo. Several of our Board members would love to explain our situation in detail and ask for any assistance that you might be able to offer. In the past, we would reach out to Donna Fiala for her assistance on issues like this. She was always able to offer invaluable advice & help and we are hopeful that you will be able to do the same for our community. We would like to schedule a meeting (preferably Zoom) to explain our situation. We are confident that other communities are dealing with the same mortgage conditions. I ask that you respond via email or by my cell. Sincerely, Raymond Wagner (c) 248-535-9024 On 02/04/2021 10:09 AM Commissioner Rick LoCastro <rick.locastro@colliercountyfl.gov> wrote: From the Desk of County Commissioner Rick LoCastro THE COMMISSIONER'S REPORT RICK LOCASTRO Collier County Commissioner District 1 4th Edition February 4, 2021 Our first 60 days in the seat have been extremely productive as we have traveled to every corner of District 1 to meet citizens, assess areas of neglect and opportunity, and take ACTION! Plenty to also do all over Collier County...it's an honor each and every day to serve YOU! "Working To Exceed Your Expectations Every Day"! The Florida Department of Health and Division of Emergency Management have allocated 28,500 doses to 27 hospitals throughout the state to serve individuals pursuant to the Executive Order. Lee Memorial Hospital is included. COVID 19 VACCINE COMING SOON... We understand the frustration on securing appointments. The biggest problem is lack of doses. The Department of Health can’t give more appointments if they don’t have the doses from the State. The DOH is receiving MUCH MORE vaccine in the coming weeks... FIRST DOSE ELIGIBILITY Per the Governor’s Executive Order, the Florida Department of Health is to vaccinate those who are 65+ and healthcare personnel who have direct patient contact. The state of Florida requires that those receiving their first vaccine dose provide proof of residency. Please CLICK HERE to know how to prove Florida residency. SECOND DOSES FAQs What do I need to bring to receive my second dose? Proof of residency Your vaccination card received at the time of your first dose Your printed ticket Identification A pen to complete paperwork. How will I get my second dose? If you received your first dose through DOH-Collier, you will receive an email approximately one week prior to the 28-day mark to schedule your appointment. The email will say "Florida Department of Health in Collier County" but will come from this email address: noreply@event.eventbrite.com How will I schedule my appointment for the second dose? Instructions and links to specific appointments set aside for second doses will be in the reminder email. I received my 1st dose in a different county/state. Can I get my second dose in Collier County? You may. However, you will have to sign up for an appointment via Eventbrite at this time. CONTACT NUMBERS AND WEBSITES The DOH call center will remain open Monday - Sunday from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Contact numbers: (239) 252-6220 or (239) 252-8200. Monitor the following websites: collier.floridahealth.gov floridahealthcovid19.gov CollierCountyCOVIDVaccines.Eventbrite.com COUNTY DRIVE AROUND W/ CODE ENFORCEMENT Many citizens have responded to my weekly newsletter or sent emails directing my YOUR GOVERNMENT attention to areas in District 1 violating County code, buildings & houses in disarray, etc.… I spent an afternoon driving District 1 with our County Director of Code Enforcement visiting neighborhoods, empty lots where debris is processed, and other hot spots where violations have been frequent. Drove to Henderson Creek to address a parking issue and also to Port of the Islands to inspect demolition of the long abandoned and vandalized hotel FINALLY being torn down! Then drove by their Marina and several other areas that have my focus and have needed attention for quite some time. Also, spent time on Riggs Road at the recycling plant. Contractor has permits to do specific things… But has often gone beyond what’s been authorized... we fined him for those issues! We will NOT kick the can or look the other way! Visited the lot off Davis Blvd and Santa Barbara where construction debris is being processed. That project is within code… but NOT when they go above & beyond hours that have been approved or bring out more material than has been authorized. We are now keeping even closer tabs on that operation! As you may have read, I am now Commissioner Chair or Co-Chair on 3 of the 5 major committees in our County. I attended my first Affordable Housing Advisory Committee meeting. There are major topics to tackle... however we have vacant positions and much like I’m finding on other committees—we only have ONE (or less) representatives from District 1. Not good. I encourage citizens interested in serving on an advisory committee to check out the County’s website for more information. If you have interest in being on the Affordable Housing Committee, we certainly lack District 1 representation with ONLY ONE member— but there are many from the other Districts. These are voluntary positions and you can’t serve if you don’t apply. My job is to ensure District 1 citizens know of these vacancies ...and if you have interest—APPLY! To view and apply for Advisory Board Vacancies, click on the link: https://www.colliercountyfl.gov/your-government/advisory-boards/advisory-board- vacancies. You can also get further information & applications by calling (239) 252-8400. ADVISORY COMMITTEES As you may have read, I am now Commissioner Chair or Co-Chair on 3 of the 5 major committees in our County. I attended my first Affordable Housing Advisory Committee meeting. There are major topics to tackle... however we have vacant positions and much like I’m finding on other committees—we only have ONE (or less) representatives from District 1. Not good. I encourage citizens interested in serving on an advisory committee to check out the County’s website for more information. If you have interest in being on the Affordable Housing Committee, we certainly lack District 1 representation with ONLY ONE member— but many from the other Districts. These are voluntary positions and you can’t serve if you don’t apply. My job is to ensure District 1 citizens know of these vacancies ...and if you have interest—APPLY! To view and apply for Advisory Board Vacancies, click on the link: https://www.colliercountyfl.gov/your-government/advisory-boards/advisory-board- vacancies. You can also get further information & applications by calling (239) 252-8400. NAPLES CLASSICAL ACADEMY GROUNDBREAKING EVENT OUT IN THE COMMUNITY Honored to attend the ceremony in District 5 that will bring another amazing school to our County! Supporting & improving education is on my shortlist of critical priorities. I am fully for school choice… and this one will be another excellent option for students in our community. Opening Fall 2021, Naples Classical Academy is TUITION FREE and their classical curriculum rivals the best private schools. Applications are now open for student selection. The campus (10270 Immokalee Road) will include a 70,000 square foot state- of-the-art school facility, sports field, a future gymnasium and much more. The school’s classical education model will offer students a sound curriculum based on the traditions of the liberal arts & sciences, with instruction in the principles of moral character & civic virtue. There are currently over 650 charter schools operating in our state, educating more than 300,000 Florida students. For more info: NaplesClassical.org. VETS COUNT 2021 In a community filled with wealth, beauty, & privilege… we still have plenty who struggle with the challenges of life. Last week, thanked the many volunteers, President Dale Mullin, his wife Marie Elaina, & the entire team who searched in Collier County for homeless veterans & civilian citizens. The focus this year was once again in East Naples. The team of 40+ volunteers assisted over 100 homeless veterans & civilians who needed a hand up. Backpacks of food, clothing, hygiene items, tents, tarps, & resource information were provided. The last two years I was proud to be part of a team walking the woods and back alleys discovering fellow veterans & County citizens... and getting them the help they needed. Unfortunately, this year with my Commissioner schedule, I wasn’t able to spend the day— but still proud to shake the hands & thank my fellow veterans and all those serving our community...which included the Collier County Sheriff's Office, Naples Police Department, Collier County EMS, United Way, Salvation Army, Hunger and Homeless Coalition of Collier County and several others who donated food, clothing, and medical care supplies to this important and often overlooked cause. During this upcoming Super Bowl Sunday, when you hear people talk about Heroes, Courage, Sacrifice... let’s think about the TRUE heroes — our first responders, healthcare workers, teachers, & especially our military & veterans! BLUE MASS Attended Blue Mass at Saint Agnes Church (District 5)… home of my favorite Catholic priest—Father Michael Orsi...an incredible man of faith and a strong supporter of first responders, veterans, & our entire community! He and I have worked together supporting many causes. The Blue Mass honored the sacrifice and service of all first responders who serve our community… active, retired and those who have fallen. As a 24-year military veteran myself... I identify closely with my brothers & sisters who are law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMS, etc... We all work as a team and we grieve when we lose a comrade. EAST NAPLES COMMUNITY PARK A 3-day “Winter Classic” Pickleball Tournament of 1000+ players and volunteers took place at our East Naples Community Park. My friend and leader of the event, Jim “Captain Pickleball” Ludwig, hosted the amazing event. Our Collier County Parks & Rec team was also there in full force to ensure our facilities were 5-star! The Lely High School Army JROTC Color Guard kicked off the tournament with amazing military precision and an incredible National Anthem singer! Players from near and far enjoyed a perfectly run tournament and a beautiful setting. Stay tuned for tournaments in March & April as well! Thank you for your trust & confidence… We're working to exceed your expectations every day! -Rick Collier County Commissioner, District Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, Chair Public Safety Coordinating Council, Chair Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council, Co-Chair Blue Zone Steering Committee If you received this… you are ALREADY in our newsletter email database. Please forward to others and encourage them to sign-up. Reach out to me anytime via Email, Text, Phone or through Facebook… …I want to hear from you! 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