GGCEDZ Agenda 01/15/2021Golden Gate Economic Development Zone Advisory Board
January 15, 2021 – 4 pm
County Manager’s Office
3299 Tamiami Trail E, Suite 202
Naples, FL 34112
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. Adoption of the Agenda
5. Public Comment
6. Adoption of Minutes from Previous Meeting
7. Staff Reports
7.1. Update on Business Moving Forward
7.1.1. Set Schedule for 2021 Meetings
7.2. Review of Vacancies
8. New Business
8.1. Election of Advisory Board Chair and Vice Chair
8.2. Appointment of Members – 2 applications
9. Old Business
10. Announcements
11. Committee Member Discussion
12. Next Meeting Time, Date and Location
12.1. TBD
13. Adjournment
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COLLIER COUNTY
Golden Gate City Economic Development Zone Advisory Board
October 16, 2020
Naples, Florida
LET IT BE REMEMBERED that Golden Gate City Economic Development Zone Advisory
Board met on this date at 4:00 P.M. at 3303 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, Florida with the
following Members Present:
Advisory Committee
Present: Frank Esposito
Cecilia “CeCe” Zenti
Felipe Arcila
Ron Jefferson
Christine Simone
Kaydee Tuff
Not Present:
Also Present: Sean Callahan – Executive Director, Corporate Business Operations
Trinity Scott – Manager, Transportation Planning
Geoff Willig – Senior Operations Analyst
Laura DeJohn – Johnson Engineering
1. Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance
Chairman Ron Jefferson called the meeting to order at 4:00 P.M. and led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
3. Roll Call – Committee Members
Six (6) members of the Golden Gate City Economic Development Zone Advisory Board were
present, representing a quorum.
4. Adoption of the Agenda
A motion was made by Ms. Simone and seconded by Ms. Zenti, for the adoption of the agenda
and it was approved.
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5.Public Comment
There was no public comment.
6.Adoption of Minutes from Previous Meeting
A motion was made by Ms. Simone and seconded by Ms. Zenti, for the adoption of the minutes
from the September 25, 2020 advisory meeting and they were approved with no changes.
7.Staff Reports
7.1. Overview of Golden Gate Parkway Study
Presenter: Trinity Scott, Transportation Planning Manager
Ms. Scott gave a brief presentation regarding the development and goals of the Golden Gate
Parkway Study. Ms. Scott explained the historical needs of the parkway and the different
metrics that were evaluated to lead to recommendations contained in the study. Ms. Laura
DeJohn than presented the timeline and process that was used, including public meetings and
outreach to gather the data that is contained in the study.
Discussion ensued from the Advisory Board about recommendations in the study.
Considerable discussion was held about the incorporation of roundabouts and curb cuts into
the future of the Golden Gate Parkway. The committee will have an advisory role in the
implementation of the plan and it will be presented at a future Board of County Commissioners
meeting. Ms. Tuff inquired if staff could make a presentation at an upcoming meeting of the
Golden Gate City Civic Association.
7.2 Golden Gate Golf Course Presentation
Presenter: Geoff Willig, Senior Operations Analyst, County Manager’s Office
Mr. Willig explained the recent actions and requests of Club Corps, the developer that had
been awarded the original RFP for development of the golf course. Because of the request for
considerable investment from the County not included in the original solicitation, staff began
to look at alternate plans for the development of the golf course parcel. Mr. Willig presented
the four different options for the parcel under consideration, and stated that he would be happy
to provide regular updates to the Advisory Board.
Ms. Zenti inquired whether the facility could be used as a golf course in the meantime until a
plan was laid out for redevelopment, and Mr. Willig agreed to have a future meeting regarding
the matter. Discussion ensued from the Advisory Board regarding the different development
options.
8.New Business
There was no new business on the agenda.
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9.Old Business
There was no old business on the agenda.
10.Public Comment
There was no public comment.
11.Announcements
There were no announcements at this meeting.
12.Committee Member Discussion
There was no further discussion by the Advisory Board.
13.Next Meeting Time, Date and Location
November 18, 2020 – 4:00 pm – Human Resources Training Room
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 5:17 pm with nothing further left to discuss.
Golden Gate City Economic Development Zone Advisory Board
Frank Esposito – Chairman
The foregoing Minutes were approved by the Chair on January 15, 2021, “as submitted” [ ] or
“as amended” [ ].
Item 7.2 – Review of Existing Vacancies
Category Name District Term Expiration Date
Resident Frank R. Esposito 3 1/28/2021
Resident Christine Simone 3 1/28/2021
Resident Cecilia Zenti 3 1/28/2021
Resident Kaydee Tuff 3 1/28/2022
Resident Ronald J. Jefferson 3 1/28/2022
Business/Commercial Felipe Arcila 3 1/28/2022
VACANT VACANT - --/--/----
County Liaison Sean Callahan
From:RodriguezWanda
To:fespos1957@gmail.com; csimone77@gmail.com; zentiltd@gmail.com
Cc:CallahanSean
Subject:Golden Gate City Economic Development Zone Advisory Board - your term expires soon!
Date:Monday, November 16, 2020 3:41:06 PM
To: Frank Esposito
Christine Simone
Cecilia Zenti
Your term on the above referenced advisory committee expires on January 28, 2021. We
appreciate the time and effort you have put into the activities of this committee. If you wish to
be considered for another term, please complete the online application located at
http://www.colliergov.net/index.aspx?page=1629.
If you have any questions regarding this procedure, please do not hesitate to contact me at the
number below. Thank you,
Wanda Rodriguez, ACP, CPM
Office of the County Attorney
(239) 252-8400
*Upcoming out of office: November 23 – 27, 2020*
Under Florida Law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records
request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing.
Item 8.2 – Appointment
of Advisory Board
Members
Pending applications: Holmes, Zenti
03/2019
ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICANT
ROUTING MEMORANDUM
FROM: Wanda Rodriguez, Office of the County Attorney
DATE: January 5, 2021
APPLICANT:
J.B. Holmes
4481 17th Ave. SW
Naples, FL 34116
APPLYING FOR: Golden Gate City Economic Development Zone Advisory Board
We have one vacancy and three seats expiring in January 2021 on the above referenced advisory
committee. The vacancies were advertised and persons interested in serving on this committee were
asked to submit an application for consideration.
TO ELECTIONS OFFICE: Shavontae Dominique
Please confirm if the above applicant is a registered voter in Collier County, and in what commissioner
district the applicant resides.
Registered Voter: Yes Commission District: 3
TO STAFF LIAISON: Attn: Sean Callahan
The application submitted by Dr. Holmes is attached for your review. Please let me know, in writing,
the recommendation for appointment to the advisory committee. In accordance with Resolution No.
2006-83, your recommendation must be provided within 41 days of the above date . Your
recommendation memo should include:
_____ The names of all applicants considered for the vacancy or vacancies.
_____ The committee’s recommendation for appointment or non-appointment.
_____ The category or area of qualification the applicant is to be appointed in.
_____ If the applicant is a reappointment, please include attendance records for the past two years.
_________________________________________________________________________________
TO ADVISORY BOARD COORDINATOR: Attn: Wanda Rodriguez
_____ This applicant is not recommended for appointment. –OR–
_____ This applicant is recommended for appointment. A recommendation memo is attached, please
prepare an agenda item for the next available BCC agenda.
If you have any questions, please call me at 252-8123. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Advisory Board Application Form
Collier County Government
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 800
Naples, FL 34112
(239) 252-8400
Application was received on: 1/4/2021 5:35:33 PM.
Name: Dr. JB Holmes Home Phone: 2393045258
Home Address: 4481 17th Av SW
City: Naples Zip Code: 34116
Phone Numbers
Business: 2394557721
E-Mail Address: jgrizzly1@gmail.com
Board or Committee: Golden Gate City Economic Development Zone Advisory Board
Category: Not indicated
Place of Employment: VFW
How long have you lived in Collier County: more than 15
How many months out of the year do you reside in Collier County: I am a year-round resident
Have you been convicted or found guilty of a criminal offense (any level felony or first degree
misdemeanor only)? No
Not Indicated
Do you or your employer do business with the County? No
Not Indicated
NOTE: All advisory board members must update their profile and notify the Board of County
Commissioners in the event that their relationship changes relating to memberships of organizations
that may benefit them in the outcome of advisory board recommendations or they enter into contracts
with the County.
Would you and/or any organizations with which you are affiliated benefit from decisions or
recommendations made by this advisory board? No
Not Indicated
Are you a registered voter in Collier County? Yes
Do you currently hold an elected office? No
Do you now serve, or have you ever served on a Collier County board or committee? No
Not Indicated
Please list your community activities and positions held:
Commander Golden Gate Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 7721. Past VFW Vice Commander Past
VFW Assistant Quartermaster Past VFW District Vice Commander Retired Collier County Public School
Teacher Parlimentarian for Collier County Republican Executive Committee. Retired Business Manager
Past International Business Manager FACOM/Australia.
Education:
Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership - Nova University, Ft. Myers, FL Master of Science in
Systems Management - Florida Institure of Technology, Melbourne, FL Bachelor of Science in Business
Managment and Economics - Michigan State University-Oakland, Rochester, Michigan
Experience / Background
Business Manager for Fujitsu Automatic Computers (FACOM), Sydney, Australia, Store Manager for
Kmart Corporation. Receiving Invoicing for Walmart Corporation. Computer Engineer for International
Business Machines Avionics Technician for the United States Air Force.
03/2019
ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICANT
ROUTING MEMORANDUM
FROM: Wanda Rodriguez, Office of the County Attorney
DATE: November 17, 2020
APPLICANT:
Cecilia M. Zenti
4226 27th Ct. SW, #203
Naples, FL 34116
APPLYING FOR: Golden Gate City Economic Development Zone Advisory Board
We have one vacancy and three seats expiring in January 2021 on the above referenced advisory
committee. The vacancies were advertised and persons interested in serving on this committee were
asked to submit an application for consideration.
TO ELECTIONS OFFICE: Shavontae Dominique
Please confirm if the above applicant is a registered voter in Collier County, and in what commissioner
district the applicant resides.
Registered Voter: Yes Commission District: 3
TO STAFF LIAISON: Attn: Sean Callahan
The application submitted by Ms. Zenti is attached for your review. Please let me know, in writing, the
recommendation for appointment to the advisory committee. In accordance with Resolution No. 2006-
83, your recommendation must be provided within 41 days of the above date. Your
recommendation memo should include:
_____ The names of all applicants considered for the vacancy or vacancies.
_____ The committee’s recommendation for appointment or non-appointment.
_____ The category or area of qualification the applicant is to be appointed in.
_____ If the applicant is a reappointment, please include attendance records for the past two years.
_________________________________________________________________________________
TO ADVISORY BOARD COORDINATOR: Attn: Wanda Rodriguez
_____ This applicant is not recommended for appointment. –OR–
_____ This applicant is recommended for appointment. A recommendation memo is attached, please
prepare an agenda item for the next available BCC agenda.
If you have any questions, please call me at 252-8123. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Advisory Board Application Form
Collier County Government
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 800
Naples, FL 34112
(239) 252-8400
Application was received on: 11/17/2020 10:31:22 AM.
Name: Cecilia Marie Zenti Home Phone: 2394559863
Home Address: 4226 27th CT. SW, #203
City: Naples Zip Code: 34116
Phone Numbers
Business:
E-Mail Address: zentiltd@gmail.com
Board or Committee: Golden Gate City Economic Development Zone Advisory Board
Category: resident
Place of Employment: POHA Homeowners Association.
How long have you lived in Collier County: more than 15
How many months out of the year do you reside in Collier County: I am a year-round resident
Have you been convicted or found guilty of a criminal offense (any level felony or first degree
misdemeanor only)? No
Not Indicated
Do you or your employer do business with the County? No
Not Indicated
NOTE: All advisory board members must update their profile and notify the Board of County
Commissioners in the event that their relationship changes relating to memberships of organizations
that may benefit them in the outcome of advisory board recommendations or they enter into contracts
with the County.
Would you and/or any organizations with which you are affiliated benefit from decisions or
recommendations made by this advisory board? No
Not Indicated
Are you a registered voter in Collier County? Yes
Do you currently hold an elected office? No
Do you now serve, or have you ever served on a Collier County board or committee? Yes
Golden Gate Community Center Advisory Board, Golden Gate City Economic Development Zone
Advisory Board
Please list your community activities and positions held:
Not Indicated
Education:
High school and some college about two years, no degree.
Experience / Background
Radio Talkshow Host on WHO 50,000 watt clear channel, KCBR TV noon time host, morphed into Fox 17
in Des Moines, Iowa. Public relations and lobbyist, a or 34 years, and did media at the same time.
Executive director of a non profit etc.