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MINUTES OF THE COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS WORKSHOP MEETING
Naples, Florida, April 6, 2021
LET IT BE REMEMBERED the Board of County Commissioners in and for the County of
Collier, having conducted business herein, met on this date at 9:00AM in a WORKSHOP
SESSION in Building “F” of the Government Complex, Naples, Florida with the
Following members present:
Chairman: Penny Taylor
Vice-Chairman: Andy Solis
William L. McDaniel, Jr.
Burt L. Saunders
Rick LoCastro
ALSO PRESENT: Leo Ochs, County Manager
Jeff Klatzkow, County Attorney
Troy Miller, Communications & Customer Relations
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April 13, 2021
COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
JOINT WORKSHOP AGENDA
COLLIER COUNTY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND
LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD
Board of County Commission Chambers
Collier County Government Center
3299 Tamiami Trail East, 3rd Floor
Naples, FL 34112
April 6, 2021
9:00 AM
Commissioner Penny Taylor, District 4 Chair – CRAB Co-Chair
Commissioner William L. McDaniel, Jr., District 5; Vice-Chair – Crab Co-Chair
Commissioner Rick LoCastro, District 1
Commissioner Andy Solis, District 2
Commissioner Burt Saunders, District 3
NOTICE: ALL PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK MUST TURN IN A SPEAKER
SLIP. EACH SPEAKER WILL RECEIVE NO MORE THAN THREE (3)
MINUTES. COLLIER COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 2003-53 AS AMENDED BY
ORDINANCE 2004-05 AND 2007-24, REQUIRES THAT ALL LOBBYISTS
SHALL, BEFORE ENGAGING IN ANY LOBBYING ACTIVITIES (INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ADDRESSING THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS), REGISTER WITH THE CLERK TO THE BOARD AT THE
BOARD MINUTES AND RECORDS DEPARTMENT.
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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3. WORKSHOP TOPICS
A. BAYSHORE GATEWAY TRIANGLE COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AREA
1) Bayshore Gateway Triangle Community Redevelopment Area
2) Advisory Board Comments
3) Public Comments
B. IMMOKALEE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA
1) Immokalee Community Redevelopment Area
2) Advisory Board Comments
3) Public Comments
4. ADJOURN
INQUIRIES CONCERNING CHANGES TO THE BOARD’S AGENDA SHOULD
BE MADE TO THE COUNTY MANAGER’S OFFICE AT 252-8383.
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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. Public
participation for the meeting was allowed via Zoom.
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Commissioner Taylor called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. Roll Call was taken and a quorum was
established.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
3. WORKSHOP TOPICS
A. BAYSHORE GATEWAY TRIANGLE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA
1. Bayshore Gateway Triangle Community Redevelopment Area
Debrah Forester, CRA Executive Director presented the PowerPoint “Bayshore Gateway
Triangle Redevelopment Area April 6, 2021 Joint Workshop” noting:
2021 activities include:
Property acquisition for the Gateway Mini Triangle Property.
Initiating the construction of the CRA Parking Lot.
Completion of Phase II and beginning Phase 3 of the Fire Suppression Project.
Acquisition of property formerly Del’s Business.
Work on Land Development Code and Comp Plan Amendments.
Distribution of Request for Proposal for the 17-acre parcel.
Start the Thomasson Drive Enhancement Project (from Hamilton Ave. to
Orchard Lane)
Neighborhood cleanup and addressing stormwater issues.
Future activities include:
The improvement on Hamilton Ave.
The 17-acre parcel Master Plan.
LDC Amendments.
Instituting a shuttle service.
Grant Program updates.
Highest and Best Use Study for the Del’s parcel.
MSTU Boundary Expansions (Haldeman Creek and Bayshore Beautification).
2. ADVISORY BOARD COMMENTS
Maurice Gutierrez, Chairman of the CRA Advisory Board thanked the Commission for their
support in acquiring the former Del’s property, noting it will be extremely beneficial to control
development on the site that will eventually occur. In addition, the 17-acre parcel will benefit
residents in the area in the form of potential connections to Sugden Park and the development of uses
that benefit the area.
Al Schantzen, Vice-Chairman of the CRA Advisory Board commented on the positive benefits of
all activities in the area and on residents, including an increase in property values and a safer
neighborhood. The key moving forward will be developing a balance between commercial and
residential uses in the area.
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The following was noted during discussions between the Commissioners, Staff and CRA
representatives:
The plan envisioned for the 17-acre parcel includes connectivity to Sugden Park, and a
combination of commercial or cultural type uses potentially, including a partnership style
arrangement by potentially transferring the land to a private party.
A focus of future activities should be on infrastructure in the area, which is the key to
developing a vibrant community while balancing commercial and residential uses.
The goal for the Del’s property is to turn it over to a private entity while controlling the type of
development to occur on the site, which should benefit residents in the area.
To date, the Naples Botanical Garden has not contacted the CRA regarding potential uses for
the site.
The funding sources for the shuttle service has not been totally identified at this point and
parking will be key to facilitate use of the service.
Although the intersection of Bayshore Drive and US41 is not in the MSTU’s purview, the area
should continue to be monitored to determine if any changes are necessary to ensure safety and
an adequate level of service exists for the area.
Consideration may want to be given to narrowing the medians on Bayshore Drive to improve
traffic flow.
One issue that has recently come to light are activities undertaken by landowners without
proper County permits being issued. There is a concern the process to obtain permits is
lengthy, discouraging those from undertaking the necessary measures to obtain the approvals.
– Issue raised by Mike Sherman of the CRA Advisory Board.
It is anticipated that demolition of Del’s will be completed by the end of the year.
Karen Beatty, CRA Advisory Board Member noted the 17-acre parcel should be developed with a
combination of uses, including adequate green space and other amenities beneficial to residents in the
area.
Sandra Arafat, Beautification Committee Member noted that the Hamilton Ave. project should be
a priority, and consideration should be given to implementing traffic calming measures for Danforth
Street.
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Jacqualene Keay commented on the importance of providing an environment of cultural diversity,
given the many stereotypes inflicted on minorities is unfounded based on statistical evaluation of data.
Kate Dawson thanked the MSTU, Staff and the Commissioners for their work and support in
addressing the needs of residents in the area.
B. IMMOKALEE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA
1. Immokalee Community Redevelopment Area
Debrah Forester, CRA Executive Director presented the PowerPoint “Immokalee
Community Redevelopment Area April 6, 2021 Joint Workshop” noting:
Highlights for 2020/2021 included:
Substantial Completion Carver/5th Street Sidewalk Project ($991,000).
FDOT Main Street – Pedestrian Safety Improvements Completed.
Commencement of 1st Street Safety Improvements Design.
TIGER Grant Coordination – Intersection Improvements/Lighting, 20 miles of
sidewalk, transit center, bike paths, bus shelters, etc.
Complete Welcome Sign on First Street.
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Zocalo Park Upgrades.
Redevelopment Plan Update Process Initiated in accordance with the goals of the
Immokalee Area Master Plan.
Land Development Code Revisions Initiated.
FHERO Planning Assistance Awarded.
Community Outreach efforts.
Future Items for 2021/2022 include:
Redevelopment Plan Amendment
Main Street Improvements –MSTU/CRA
First Street Improvements – MSTU/CRA
Continued County Partnerships
Phase 3 Sidewalk Project - West Eustis – Fifth Street to First Street
Grant Program Revisions
2. ADVISORY BOARD COMMENTS
Dr. Frank Nappo, Chairman of the CRA Advisory Board thanked Staff and Commissioner
McDaniel for their support over past years, which have led to major improvements in
infrastructure and beautification of the area.
Bernardo Barnhart, Chairman of the Beautification and Lighting Committee noted
addressing infrastructure needs of the community is a priority. The investments by the County
have contributed to doubling taxable value in the area over the past 20 years.
The Commissioners requested Staff provide them with the amount of funds expended on
improvement projects, so that residents are aware of their commitment to the area.
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Lupita Vazquez-Reyes addressed attendees noting that in the 18 years she has lived in the
community, there has not been a significant change in the area. She wanted assurance the
County and CRA are committed to the area moving forward.
Chairman Taylor reported there has been a lot of ongoing activity over the years and the BCC
will continue their commitment to redevelop the area.
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April 6, 2021
There being no further business for the good of the County, the meeting was adjourned by order
of the chair at 10:45 A.M.
COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY
COO IONERS
Chairman enny Tayl
ATTEST:
CRYSTAL K. KIN4EL, CLERK
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