PTAC Agenda 06/21/2022
Public Transit Advisory Committee
Collier Area Transit
Hybrid Meeting
Collier County Museum Lecture Hall
3331 Tamiami Trail East Naples, Florida
June 21st, 2022
3:00 p.m.
Agenda Packet
1) Call to Order
2) Roll Call
3) Approval of Agenda
4) Approval of Minutes
a. April 19, 2022 Minutes
b. May 17, 2022 Minutes
5) Committee Action
a. New Member Applications
b. Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Goal
6) Reports and Presentations
a. CAT KPI Dashboard & Heatmap
7) Member Comments
8) Public Comments
9) Next Meeting Date – July 19th, 2022, Collier County Museum Lecture Hall
10) Adjournment
Two or more members of the Board of County Commissioners may be present and may participate at the
meeting. The subject matter of this meeting may be an item for discussion and action at a future BCC meeting.
Collier Area Transit operates in compliance with Federal Transit Administration, (FTA) program requirements and
ensures that transit services are made available and equitably distributed and provides equal access and mobility to
any person without regard to race, color, or national origin, disability, gender or age. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act
of 1964; FTA Circular 4702.1A, "Title VI and Title VI Dependent Guidelines for Federal Transit Administration
Recipients.
Anyone who required an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or other reasonable accommodations
in order to participate in this proceeding, should contact the Collier County Facilities Management Department
located at 3335 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, Florida 34112 or 239-252-8380 as soon as possible, but no later than 48
hours before the scheduled event. Such reasonable accommodations will be provided at no cost to the individual.
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April 19, 2022
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MINUTES OF THE PUBLIC TRANSIT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MEETING
April 19, 2022 Naples, Florida,
LET IT BE REMEMBERED, the Public Transit Advisory Committee in and for the County
of Collier, having conducted business herein, met on this date at 3:00 P.M. in REGULAR
SESSION at Collier County Museum Lecture Hall, 3331 Tamiami Trail E, Naples, Florida
with the following members present:
Chairman: John DiMarco, III
Vice-Chairman: Peter Berry
Devon Browne
James Caton
Sonja Lee Samek
ALSO PRESENT: Michelle Arnold, Director, Collier County PTNE
Omar DeLeon, Public Transit Manager, Collier County PTNE
Alexander Showalter, Senior Planner, Collier County PTNE
Elena Ortiz Rosado, Events, Sales & Marketing, Collier County PTNE
Jacob Stauffer, Transit Planner, MV Transportation
Gene Vertus, Senior ITS Manager, MV Transportation
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1. Call to Order
Chairman DiMarco called the meeting to order at 3:00 P.M.
2. Roll Call
Roll call was taken, and a quorum of five was established.
Ms. Arnold reported James Bennett has resigned from The Public Transit Advisory Committee. The
available seat will be advertised in accordance with County policy and applicants presented to the
Committee for membership recommendation.
3. Approval of Agenda
Mr. Berry moved to approve the PTAC Agenda for April 19, 2022, as presented. Second by
Ms. Samek. Carried unanimously 5 - 0.
4. Approval of Minutes
a. February 15, 2022
Ms. Samek moved to approve the minutes of the February 15, 2022, Public Transit Advisory
Committee meeting as presented. Second by Mr. Berry. Carried unanimously 5 – 0.
5. Committee Action
None
6. Reports and Presentations
a. Technology Improvements
Mr. Vertus, Senior ITS Manager, MV Transportation, presented the Executive Summary
“Technology Improvements” and updated the Committee on technology enhancements, ongoing and
completed, for Collier Area Transit (CAT).
Staff has researched and procured the best technology available to stay up to date with the latest
Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).
Completed Projects
• Masabi Mobile Pay, August 2020, provides a safe, contactless fare option via smart phones
with apps such as Google and Apple pay. In 2022, the app had 5,334 users in January, 5376
in February, and 6,258 in March.
• Wi-Fi connectivity, August 2020, provides riders opportunity on both fixed route and
paratransit buses to safely connect and surf the web while traveling.
• Ecolane scheduling software, July 2021, a fully automated software solution that will
schedule standard paratransit demand response trips.
• AngleTrax Surveillance Cameras, January 2022, live feed capability unified on board all
buses.
• CAT Connect Mobile App, March 2022, a component of the Ecolane software, is a fully
integrated system providing passengers flexibility to manage trips on-line, identify bus
location details and utilize an account-based system called CAT Cash.
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Pending Projects
The Board of County Commissioners approved the contract with INEO dba Engie, on March 8, 2022,
which will allow the replacement of the Avail Technologies Computer Aided Dispatch/Automatic
Vehicle locator (CAD/AVL) system with a turnkey, industry ITS standard system.
System enhancements include:
• Mobile Data Terminals (MDT) which allow single log-on for operators.
• Automatic Voice Annunciation System (AVA) for ADA compliance.
• Automated Passenger Counter (APC) for easy fare collection.
• Integration with Farebox (or Genfare) solution.
• Integration with Collier Area Transit (CAT) Mobile Ticketing system.
• On board infotainment system.
• Business intelligence tools for incident management.
• Fully operational schedule software.
• Integration with Traffic Signal Priority (TSP) to fully automate via the CAD/AVL system,
utilizing the bus schedule and real time vehicle location (helps move buses when running
late).
Farebox Replacement Consideration
Replacement of the Farebox with the Genfare product is under negotiations. The newer Genfare
system can provide passengers more effective ways to board and pay for fares.
Staff responded to Committee inquiries noting:
• Camera System application provides “Livestream” capability: The driver’s activation of the
“panic button” alerts the dispatchers in the CAT office of the emergency. Monitors identify
the exact bus and its location. Cameras are operational on buses and data is recorded for
retention.
• Implementation of a Paratransit Ecolane Service APP went live on March 1, 2022.
Notification to the public includes flyers on the paratransit buses and Facebook posts. With
the app, passengers can book and cancel trips with their mobile phone or on-line and can
prepay for trips with an account-based system called CAT Cash. A Cat Cash account can be
set up with cash or check. Credit card payment will be implemented in Phase 2 of the
project. A video will be published shortly to assist customers on the use of the application.
Chair DiMarco noted the application is working very well, all components are accessible
and the “voice over” is a benefit which should be promoted in marketing the app.
• Nine (9) percent of passengers are using the app. Traditional usage is five (5) to seven (7)
percent. A smaller sign promoting the app, posted at bus stops, has been highly effective.
• Staff will review an incentive program (SunPass offers discounts and rebates to subscribers)
for customers utilizing the app.
• The Transit app, a mobile app providing real-time public transit data, assists riders with trip
planning.
• Masabi accepts Google and Apple Pay; additional forms of payment are under review.
• Consider advertisement of Wi-Fi availability on buses posted on Facebook.
• CAT collaborates with Traffic Operations on methods to reduce traffic accidents.
Mr. Caton offered to provide Staff information on a company which manufactures a vehicle
protection alert device to deter accidents.
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b. Off-Season Schedule Changes, Effective April 24, 2022
Mr. Stauffer, Transit Planner, MV Transportation, presented the Executive Summary “Off-Season
Schedule Changes” and updated the Committee on the service modifications being implemented for
the off-season schedule change on April 24, 2022. Adjusting run times based on the actual run time
data recorded on the buses were implemented. He noted:
Notable Route Timing Changes
• Route 22 has removed the last loop due to low ridership at the end of the day.
• Route 24 has included more time in each loop to allow drivers to maintain on-time
performance, an additional fifth loop to Sunny Grove and the addition of a second bus.
• Route 25 has adjusted timing to improve connections with Routes 20 and 26.
Upgrades to Schedule Brochure
• Map graphics are enlarged for ease of timetable to timepoints comparison.
• Inbound and outbound portions of each loop are identified.
• A QR code is embedded on each page to direct the user to CAT’s mobile app.
The Committee discussed:
• QR bar code access and bus schedules are available at government facilities, the library,
Chamber of Commerce, parks & recreation, and some area hotels.
• Additional facilities suggested for QR code access included sports complexes, hospitals, and
Workforce Naples.
• Code usage data is not available yet for analyzing “best points” for information gathering.
c. System Ridership March 2020-Present
Mr. Showalter, Senior Planner, PTNE, presented executive summary “YOY (Year Over Year) Route
Performance” to discuss changes in ridership over the past two years. He noted:
• Graph comparison data represents March 2020 – February 2021 (green bar), the beginning of
the pandemic, and March 2021 to February 2022 (blue bar). The blue checkered bar
represents route changes implemented.
• Monthly ridership consistently increased by month from March 2021 to February 2022.
• February 2022’s ridership was just shy of April 2020, demonstrating a good recovery.
Ridership by Route
• Route 24 posted a distinct increase in ridership resulting from the removal Route 18 service.
• Routes 22 and 23 ridership was consistent.
• Route 11 ridership increased significantly with the addition of two (2) buses all day.
• Route 26 ridership increased; consolidation of Routes 20 and 26 is planned for next season.
Recommendations from the COA are reinforced through the data showing low ridership in certain
routes considered for consolidation and rerouting.
7. Member Comments
Staff addressed member inquiries:
• The live digital interactive Infotainment system, mentioned in the ITS report, is available on
all buses. The menu provides information on routes, performance, etc.
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• Kiosks at the Government Center offer digital advertising.
• Increasing student awareness of the apps is beneficial in planning transportation to school
and events.
• Para transit is fully staffed. The Lighthouse notified Staff improved transportation is an asset
for event attendance.
• Promotion of apps on social media should be encouraged.
CAT Promotional Events
In honor of Earth Day, ridership on CAT’s fixed-route buses will be free on Saturday, April 23, 2022.
Arthur Dobberstein Board of County Commissioners Proclamation
Ms. Arnold noted a ceremony will be held to recognize the significant contribution Arthur Dobberstein
made to the Public Transit Advisory Committee. Members will be notified of the event.
8. Public Comments
None
9. Next Meeting Date
May 17, 2022 - Collier County Museum, Lecture Hall, 3331 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, FL.
10. Adjournment
There being no further business for the good of the County, the meeting was adjourned by order of
the chair at 4:05 P.M.
Public Transit Advisory Committee
_________________________________
John DiMarco III, Chairman
These minutes approved by the Board/Committee on _________________,2022 as presented_____ or
as amended _____.
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May 17, 2022
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MINUTES OF THE PUBLIC TRANSIT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MEETING
May 17, 2022 Naples, Florida,
LET IT BE REMEMBERED, the Public Transit Advisory Committee in and for the County
of Collier, having conducted business herein, met on this date at 3:00 P.M. in REGULAR
SESSION at Collier County Museum Lecture Hall, 3331 Tamiami Trail E, Naples, Florida
with the following members present:
Chairman: John DiMarco, III
Vice-Chairman: Peter Berry (ZOOM)
Devon Browne (ZOOM)
James Caton (ZOOM)
Sonja Lee Samek (Excused)
ALSO PRESENT: Michelle Arnold, Director, Collier County PTNE
Omar DeLeon, Public Transit Manager, Collier County PTNE
Brandy Otero, Principal Planner, Collier County Museum
Jacob Stauffer, Transit Planner, MV Transportation (ZOOM)
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1. Call to Order
Chairman DiMarco called the meeting to order at 3:02 P.M.
2. Roll Call
Roll call was taken, and a quorum was not established.
Ms. Arnold reported the Board of County Commissioners reappointed James Caton to the
Public Transit Advisory Committee for a three- year term commencing April 12, 2022, and
ending March 22, 2025.
3. Approval of Agenda
The Committee agreed to hold an informational meeting in accordance with the Agenda.
4. Approval of Minutes
a. April 19, 2022
Continued to the next meeting.
5. Committee Action
a. Fiscal Year 2022 TDP Annual Update
Mr. DeLeon presented an Executive Summary “Fiscal Year 2020 Transit Development Plan (TDP)
Annual Update” for consideration. The five-year planning document identifies recommendations
and implementation strategies to achieve the goals and objectives of Collier Area Transit. He
provided an overview of the update noting:
Section 1: Overview
• To receive State Block Grant Funds for system operations, each transit agency must develop
a Transit Development Plan (TDP) Major Update every five (5) years and an Annual
Progress Report for all other years.
• The deadline to submit all TDP updates to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT)
for approval is September, 2022.
• Comments received will be included for the record that is communicated to the Board of
County Commissioners for final approval before transmitting to FDOT. The Annual Progress
Report:
• Outlines the progress Collier Area Transit has made over the past year towards
achieving the goals and objectives identified in the TDP Major Update, approved
October 27, 2020, by the Board of County Commissioners and approved by FDOT on
December 4, 2020.
• Requires review through the Collier Area Transit Public Participation Plan process,
which includes endorsement from the Public Transit Advisory Committee and a
fifteen-day public comment period (commencing May 16, 2022, and expiring on May
30, 2022).
Section 2: Previous Year’s Accomplishments
This section provides a review of the past year’s implementation actions and describes
improvements made since the last Annual Progress Report.
Service Improvements
• Collier County completed a Comprehensive Operation Analysis (COA) in July 2021.
• The COA set up a road map for improvements to the CAT system over the next few years.
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• Significant changes were introduced during the first quarter of Fiscal Year 21/22.
• The changes were made to improve operational efficiencies resulting in steady growth in
ridership for November 2021 through April 2022.
Additional Improvements
• Bus Shelter renovations.
• Paratransit software upgrades.
• Technology updates, benefitting customer service, efficiency, and safety, including sourcing
an upgrade to the CAD/AVL System.
• Marketing programs to promote and educate the public about CAT’s service.
Section 3: Revisions and Recommendations
This section provides a review of the past year’s accomplishments compared to the original
implementation plan. The 2021-2030 Collier County Major TDP Update included a comprehensive
list of activities leading up to the creation of an implementation plan guiding the County’s
development of services over a ten-year planning horizon.
With each annual update, an additional tenth year is added to the implementation plan. Collier
County will actively pursue funding opportunities to implement recommendations from the 2021-
2030 TDP.
Section 4: Goals, Objectives, and Policies
The TDP contains seven goals, each designed with objectives and initiatives to meet the
corresponding goal. The section includes a revised list of projects or services needed to meet the
goals and objectives.
Ms. Arnold noted:
Several of the goals, objectives and initiatives identified in the prior year plan are modified as they
are repetitive and/or the targets no longer applicable or relevant.
Section 5: Financial Plan
This section provides the revised financial plan consisting of the capital and operating costs and
revenues associated with maintaining the existing system and with the implementation of the 10-
year Needs Plan. The format is a planning tool and does not represent a commitment of funding or
incorporate adjustments for inflation.
Next Steps
• The Plan will be on the Board of County Commissioners Agenda for June 2022.
• Approval by the Public Transit Advisory Committee is required for submission to the BCC.
• Comments and suggestions by Committee members should be forwarded to
Ms. Arnold or Mr. DeLeon prior to submission to the BCC.
• Public comments will be documented.
• The final Annual Progress Report must be submitted to the Florida Department of
Transportation (FDOT) in September 2022.
Chair DiMarco moved to endorse the Fiscal Year 2022 Annual Progress Report to the Transit
Development Plan. Vice Chair Berry, Mr. Browne and Mr. Caton concurred.
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6. Reports and Presentations
None
7. Member Comments
Ms. Arnold noted the available seat on the Public Transit Advisory Committee will be advertised
in accordance with County policy and applicants presented to the Committee for membership
recommendation.
Vice Chair Berry suggested notifying the Naples branch of the Society of Human Resource
Management (SHRM) of the vacancy.
Vice Chair Berry complimented Staff on the TDP report’s comprehensive and professional
presentation.
8. Public Comments
None
9. Next Meeting Date
June 21, 2022 - Collier County Museum Lecture Hall, 3331 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, FL.
10. Adjournment
There being no further business for the good of the County, the meeting was adjourned by order
of the chair at 3:20 P.M.
Public Transit Advisory Committee
_________________________________
John DiMarco III, Chairman
These minutes approved by the Board/Committee on _________________,2022 as presented_____ or
as amended _____.
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02/2021
ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICANT
ROUTING MEMORANDUM
FROM: Wanda Rodriguez, Office of the County Attorney
DATE: June 17, 2022
APPLICANT:
Patrick Anthony Bernal
1054 Forest Lakes Dr., Apt. H205
Naples, FL 34105
APPLYING FOR: Public Transit Advisory Committee
We currently have two vacancies 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: Attn: 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: 4
TO STAFF LIAISON: Attn: Michelle Arnold cc: Omar DeLeon; Tessie Sillery
An application 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.
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Advisory Board Application Form
Collier County Government
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 800
Naples, FL 34112
(239) 252-8400
Application was received on: 6/16/2022 2:57:51 PM.
Name: Patrick Anthony Bernal Home Phone: 612-978-2457
Home Address: 1054 Forest Lakes Dr APT H205
City: Naples Zip Code: 34105
Phone Numbers
Business:
E-Mail Address: pabernal2003@yahoo.com
Board or Committee: Public Transit Advisory Committee
Category: Not indicated
Place of Employment: Retired
How long have you lived in Collier County: 5-10
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
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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:
I am currently on the board of directors of Forest Lakes Condominium Association. I have served on the
board of directors for Quail Run Golf Club. While living in Minnesota, I served as Chairman of the Board
of the Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce, Board Member of the Eden Prairie Foundation and member
of the Community Advisory Committee for the Southwest Light Rail Transit Project.
Education:
BBA Cleveland State university Continuing Education Certificate - Computer Science University of
Minnesota.
Experience / Background
Prior to retirement I worked in various corporate management roles for SUPERVALU and Target which
included supervision of a substantial project management staff. I have also been a Public Accountant for
small business, Secretary, Treasurer and Vice-President of Forest Lakes Condominium Association.
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02/2021
ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICANT
ROUTING MEMORANDUM
FROM: Wanda Rodriguez, Office of the County Attorney
DATE: June 16, 2022
APPLICANT: Martin de St. Pierre
12854 Carrington Circle #203
Naples, FL 34105
APPLYING FOR: Public Transit Advisory Committee
We currently have two vacancies 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: 4
TO STAFF LIAISON: Attn: Michelle Arnold cc: Omar DeLeon; Tessie Sillery
An application 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.
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02/2021
ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICANT
ROUTING MEMORANDUM
FROM: Wanda Rodriguez, Office of the County Attorney
DATE: June 13, 2022
APPLICANT: Dewey Enderle
9772 Bobwhite Lane
Bonita Springs, FL 34135
APPLYING FOR: Public Transit Advisory Committee
We currently have two vacancies 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:
Please confirm if the above applicant is a registered voter in Collier County, and in what commissioner
district the applicant resides.
Registered Voter: in Lee County Commission District: None – Lee County resident
TO STAFF LIAISON: Attn: Michelle Arnold cc: Omar DeLeon; Tessie Sillery
An application 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.
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Advisory Board Application Form
Collier County Government
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 800
Naples, FL 34112
(239) 252-8400
Application was received on: 6/13/2022 3:10:55 PM.
Name: Dewey Enderle Home Phone: 239-919-6808
Home Address: 9772 Bobwhite Lane
City: Bonita Springs Zip Code: 34135
Phone Numbers
Business: 800-933-7001
E-Mail Address: dewey.enderle@arthrex.com
Board or Committee: Public Transit Advisory Committee
Category: Board Member
Place of Employment: Arthrex, Inc
How long have you lived in Collier County: 4-5
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
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recommendations made by this advisory board? No
Not Indicated
Are you a registered voter in Collier County? No
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:
Education:
University of Cincinnati: BS Construction Management
Experience / Background
5 years as Construction Project Manager and Facilities Manager at Arthrex, Inc, Naples, FL.
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DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (DBE) PROGRAM GOAL SETTING
PROCESS FY 2023-2024-2025
The Collier County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) has established a Disadvantaged
Business Enterprise (DBE) program in accordance with regulations of the U.S. Department of
Transportation (DOT), 49 CFR Part 26. The BCC has received Federal financial assistance from
the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), and as a condition of receiving this assistance, the BCC
agrees to comply with 49 CFR Part 26.
It is the policy of the BCC to ensure that DBE’s as defined in part 26, have an equal opportunity
to receive and participate in FTA-assisted contracts.
The BCC will not exclude any person from participation in, deny any person the benefits of, or
otherwise discriminate against anyone in connection with the award and performance of any
contract covered by 49 CFR part 26 on the basis of race, color, sex, or national origin.
In administering its DBE program, the BCC will not, directly or through contractual or other
arrangements, use criteria or methods of administration that have the effect of defeating or
substantially impairing accomplishment of the objectives of the DBE program with respect to
individuals of a particular race, color, sex, or national origin.
The Goal setting process contained in this Attachment to Collier County’s Disadvantaged Business
Enterprise Program outlines the adopted process to determine the relative availability of DBE’s to
perform the types of contracts anticipated in FY 2023; 2024 and 2025.
The purpose of this process is to determine the percentage of all ready, willing and able
“Establishments” that are DBE’S and to establish a DBE Goal.
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), 49 CFR Part 26 establishes a Three Step Process. Each
step used by Collier County is outlined below.
Collier Area Transit’s
Disadvantaged Business Enterprises
Goal
FY 2023-2024-2025
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Step 1
Collier County / Collier Area Transit has executed the Florida Unified Certification Program
Agreement. 49 CFR Part 26 Subpart E- Certification Procedures Section 26.81, requires that all
United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) Recipients participate in a statewide
Unified Certification Program. Collier County / Collier Area Transit is committed to operate in
full compliance with 49 CFR Part 26, Subpart E.
Collier County / Collier Area Transit will utilize certified DBE. vendors through the Florida
Unified Certification Program Agreement.
Collier County / Collier Area Transit expects to have contracting or subcontracting possibilities in
the following areas, transit and paratransit services, motor vehicle parts, building contractors, and
computer software services.
Collier Area Transit staff has reviewed past bidders and contracts to establish a region that includes
Collier, Lee, Hillsborough, Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Martin, Polk and Orange County.
This region was used to identify DBE and Non-DBE firms willing and able to work in Collier
County.
Collier Area Transit staff utilized the Florida Department of Transportation Disadvantaged
Business Enterprise Online Directory
(https://fdotxwp02.dot.state.fl.us/EqualOpportunityOfficeBusinessDirectory/) for certified
DBE vendors in the identified region willing to work in Collier County.
Staff identified 1,358 ready, willing and able certified DBE’s (certified by the FDOT, Equal
Opportunity Office, in the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Directory) in the identified region
as of May 11, 2022.
Collier Area Transit staff utilized the 2019 US Census Bureau County Business Patterns
(https://data.census.gov/cedsci/table?q=CBP2019.CB1900CBP) for ready, willing and able
TOTAL establishments that currently provide service in our service area.
Staff identified 62,191 ready, willing and able TOTAL establishments that currently provide
service in our service area.
The process used to obtain the percent of DBE’s to TOTAL establishments for the potential
contract percent is illustrated below.
Certified by FDOT UCP Program DBE 1,336 = 3.12%
Total Potential Bidders 42,816
The percent of DBE establishments by NAICS codes available in the Collier County area is 3.12%.
To ensure that Step One Base Figure is as accurate as possible, weighting was used to make CAT’s
goal calculation more accurate. Weighting takes into consideration the type of work and what
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percent of the total anticipated expenses it will consume. Categories where established grouping
like NAICS codes to potential federally and state funded projects.
A B C D E F
COMMODITY
NAICS
CODE
Regional
Total
Potential
Bidders
Regional
DBE
Potential
Bidders
Percent of
Total Estimated Tri-
Annual
Expenditures
% of Total
Expenditures Weighted
Number A B B/A
$6,986,289
Parts See
Attached 2169 5 0.23% $4,044,723 57.90% 0.13%
Transit Services See
Attached 403 15 3.72% $415,036 5.94% 0.22%
Construction See
Attached 40244 1316 3.27% $2,526,529 36.16% 1.18%
Totals ------ 42816 1336 3.12% $6,986,289 100.00% 1.5372%
Step 2
Step 2 of the Goal setting process is designed to adjust the Step 1 base figure to make it as precise
as possible. After calculating a base figure of the relative availability of DBEs, evidence was
examined to determine what adjustment was needed to the base figure in order to arrive at the
overall goal.
Historical Collier County DBE participation data for FY 19, 20 and 21 was shown to have a median
of 2.52% DBE participation.
An adjusted figure was established utilizing median past participation figure and the base figure
of Step 1. The adjusted figure resulted in 2.03%
In order to reflect as accurately as possible, the DBE participation that would be expected in the
absence of discrimination, the adjusted figure of 2.03% will be used for Fiscal Years 2023, 2024,
and 2025.
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Step 3
Race/Gender-Neutral and Race/Gender-Conscious Split methodology.
Staff reviewed the “U.S. Department of Transportation Office of Small and Disadvantaged
Business Utilization” guidelines prior to preparing the DBE Goal. The guidelines for step 3
provide assistance in determining what factors to consider in projecting the overall portion of the
goal that will be met through race/gender-neutral means. With one exception, the examples are
based on past participation or experience. Based on historical participation and our ability to meet
our goal, we find it appropriate to assume that you will be able to achieve similar results through
the race/gender-neutral participation of DBE.
2019 Contract Award $1,252,565
DBE Participation (Race Neutral) $18,323 1.46%
2020 Contract Award $1,777,419
DBE Participation (Race Neutral) $44,744 2.52%
2021 Contract Award $2,661,753
DBE Participation (Race Neutral) $122,929 4.62%
Percent
Race/Gender-Neutral 2.03%
Total DBE 2.03%
This data will be continually monitored and updated if necessary, through FY 2023, 2024 and
2025.
DBE Outreach and Public Participation
Collier Area Transit went through the 30-day public comment period beginning May 19, 2022
through June 18, 2022. As a result of a minor error identified in the public comment period, the
public comment period was extended to July 2nd, 2022. During this process, service alerts were
posted on our website in English and Spanish advertising the goal. Advertisement was also
placed in the local newspaper requesting comment from the public. A public workshop was
hosted on June 16th, 2022 and June 23rd, 2022 with a service alert posted on our website and
press release sent out a week before the event. During the workshop, the goal, methodology, and
future CAT projects were presented, including how to register to bid on projects.
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