Agenda 03/28/2023 Item #16B1 (Accept the 2022 Annual Reports for the two community redevelopment component areas)03/28/2023
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation that the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency and the Board of
County Commissioners review and accept the 2022 Annual Reports for the two community
redevelopment component areas: Bayshore Gateway Triangle and Immokalee, and publish the
reports on the appropriate websites.
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OBJECTIVE: To review and approve the two 2022 Annual Reports for each of the community
redevelopment component areas and publish the reports on the appropriate websites
(www.Bayshorecra.com and www.Immokaleecra.com) as required.
CONSIDERATIONS: As required by Florida law, specifically Subsection 163.371(2) Beginning March
31, 2020, and not later than March 31 of each year thereafter, a community redevelopment agency shall
file an annual report with the county or municipality that created the agency and publish the report on the
agency’s website. The report much include the following information:
(a) The most recent complete audit report of the redevelopment trust fund as required in s.163.387(8).
If the audit report for the previous year is not available by March 31, a community redevelopment agency
shall publish the audit report on its website within 45 days after completion.
(b) The performance data for each plan authorized, administered, or overseen by the community
redevelopment agency as of December 31 of the reporting year, including the:
1. Total number of projects started and completed and the estimated cost for each project.
2. Total expenditures from the redevelopment trust fund.
3. Original assessed real property values within the community redevelopment agency’s area of
authority as of the day the agency was created.
4. Total assessed real property values of property within the boundaries of the community
redevelopment agency as of January 1 of the reporting year.
5. Total amount expended for affordable housing for low-income and middle-income residents.
(c) A summary indicating to what extent, if any, the community redevelopment agency has achieved the
goals set out in its community redevelopment plan.
Attached are the Bayshore Gateway Triangle Community Redevelopment Area (BGTCRA) and
Immokalee Community Redevelopment Area (ICRA) 2022 Annual Reports as Exhibits A and B. These
reports provide a detailed description of the yearly activities of the areas. Pursuant to Subsection
163.387(8), a financial audit of the 2022 CRA trust funds is performed within the Collier County’s
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and is not a part of these reports. Access to the CAFR
is provided on the websites and shall be published on the website within 45 days of completion.
FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with the approval of this item.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: None.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item has been reviewed for form and legality and requires a
majority vote for Board and CRA acceptance. (HFAC)
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RECOMMENDATION: Recommendation that the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency
and the Board of County Commissioners review and accept the 2022 Annual Reports for the two
community redevelopment component areas: Bayshore Gateway Triangle and Immokalee, and publish the
reports on the appropriate websites.
Prepared by: Debrah Forester, CRA Director
ATTACHMENT(S)
1. Exhibit A Bayshore Gateway Triangle Annual Report 2022-Final Draft
2. Exhibit B Immokalee Annual Report 2022 Final Draft
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COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
Item Number: 16.B.1
Doc ID: 24781
Item Summary: Recommendation that the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency and the Board of
County Commissioners review and accept the 2022 Annual Reports for the two community redevelopment
component areas: Bayshore Gateway Triangle and Immokalee, and publish the reports on the appropriate websites.
Meeting Date: 03/28/2023
Prepared by:
Title: CRA Division Director – Corporate Business Operations
Name: Debrah Forester
03/09/2023 11:42 AM
Submitted by:
Title: CRA Division Director – Corporate Business Operations
Name: Debrah Forester
03/09/2023 11:42 AM
Approved By:
Review:
Corporate Business Operations Jennifer Reynolds Stage 1 Review Completed 03/10/2023 4:27 PM
Corporate Business Operations Debrah Forester Director - CRAs Completed 03/10/2023 4:56 PM
County Attorney's Office Heidi Ashton-Cicko Level 2 Attorney of Record Review Completed 03/16/2023 4:37 PM
County Attorney's Office Jeffrey A. Klatzkow Level 3 County Attorney's Office Review Completed 03/17/2023 9:04 AM
Office of Management and Budget Debra Windsor Level 3 OMB Gatekeeper Review Completed 03/17/2023 1:40 PM
Office of Management and Budget Christopher Johnson Additional Reviewer Completed 03/21/2023 11:50 AM
County Manager's Office Dan Rodriguez Level 4 County Manager Review Completed 03/21/2023 1:22 PM
Board of County Commissioners Geoffrey Willig Meeting Pending 03/28/2023 9:00 AM
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Bayshore Gateway Triangle CRA • Bayshore Beautification MSTU
Haldeman Creek MSTUAnnual Report
Exhibit A
Vision
Promote quality of life and economic vitality with a
mixed-income, urban, multi-modal community that
welcomes visitors, cultivates the area’s artistic and
cultural identity, uplifts unique local destinations,
and finds balance with the natural environment.
About the CRA .................................................................. 1
About MSTU ..................................................................... 2
Collier County Board of Commissioners ................... 3
Letter from Penny Taylor ............................................... 4
Letter from Karen Beatty ................................................5
CRA Advisory Board Members ..................................... 6
CRA Staff ............................................................................ 7
BGTCRA 2022 Overview ......................................... 8-14
Redevelopment Plan and Projects ...................... 15-19
PERMITS Residential ..................................................... 20
PERMITS Commercial .................................................. 21
Private Development .................................................... 22
Letter from Maurice Gutierrez ....................................23
Bayshore Beautification
MSTU Accomplishments ........................................ 24-27
Letter from Roy Wilson ................................................ 28
Haldeman Creek 2022 Accomplishments ............... 29
Financial Reports ......................................................30-32
Partnerships Recognition & Appreciation .................33
Table of
Contents
Del’s Corner
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For more information, please visit our website at: www.bayshorecra.com or call 239-252-8844
The Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency was created by
the Collier County Board of County Commissioners on March 14, 2000
by Resolution 2000-82. The Agency has two redevelopment areas:
Bayshore Gateway Triangle Community Redevelopment Area (BGTCRA)
and Immokalee Community Redevelopment Area.
Local Redevelopment Advisory Boards were established in 2000
for each area to provide recommendations to implement the
redevelopment plan. BGTCRA is comprised of approximately 1,800
acres with a wide range of residential and commercial properties.
The CRA is funded through a mechanism commonly referred to as Tax
Increment Financing or TIF. Incremental revenue is calculated based
on the increase in the taxable property values between the “frozen” tax
base and current taxable value. The “frozen” tax base was established
in 2000. The incremental increase is deposited into the Community
Redevelopment Trust fund to be used to implement projects identified
in the Community Redevelopment Plan. The 2000 “frozen” tax base
for the Bayshore Gateway Triangle Community Redevelopment
Area was established at $288,081,106. The tax value for FY 2022 was
$934,213,928, which is an increase of $646,132,822 in total property
values since 2000. This incremental increase resulted in a TIF revenue
of $2,683,300 for 2022.
Since the adoption of the 2000 Redevelopment Plan, much has
changed within the redevelopment area including: Bayshore Drive
streetscape improvements, pedestrian pathways, crime reduction,
demolition of substandard housing, new residential development,
increased commercial activity, façade improvements and the opening
of the Naples Botanical Gardens.
In 2019, the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) approved the first
amendment to the Redevelopment Plan, setting the vision, updating
the projects and implementation strategy for the BGTCRA. In 2022, the
BCC approved the second amendment to the Redevelopment Plan,
which focused on updating the Immokalee CRA section of the plan.
Community Redevelopment Agency
CRA
Bayshore CRA
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MSTU
Municipal Service Taxing Unit
To improve the coordination and efficiency of project management, the BGTCRA assumed the management of the
two Municipal Services Taxing Units (MSTU) located within the BGTCRA – Bayshore Beautification MSTU and the
Haldeman Creek Dredging MSTU.
An MSTU is a special funding mechanism supported by property owners within the unit’s boundaries. A special tax
assessment is levied to make improvements and provide additional services to the district based on the criteria
outlined in the enabling ordinance adopted by the BCC. The maximum assessment or millage rate is approved in the
enabling ordinance and each year the BCC reviews and sets the annual milage rate.
Bayshore Beautification MSTU was established in 1997 to install and maintain the streetscapes within boundary,
including such items as enhanced landscaping, decorative street lighting, signage, and establishment of the Advisory
Committee. The ordinance also established a millage rate not to exceed 3 mils per year. The Advisory Committee
is a seven-member committee appointed by the BCC to provide recommendation on project implementation
and annual budget. The ordinance has been amended several times; the most recent amendment was adopted in
October 2022 to expand the boundaries to include an additional 62 acres along South Bayshore Drive. The current
millage rate assessed is 2.3604 and has remained constant over the past six years.
The Haldeman Creek
MSTU was established in
2006 for implementing
and funding future
dredging requirements
of the public waterway
and establishing an
Advisory Committee.
The ordinance also
incorporated a millage
rate not to exceed
3 mils per year. The
Advisory Committee
is a five-member
committee appointed
by the BCC to provide
recommendation on
project implementation
and annual budget. The
current millage rate
assessed is 1.0 and has
remained constant over
the past four years.
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Board of County Commissioners
On March 14, 2000, the Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution 2000-83, declaring the Board of
County Commissioners to be the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency. Commissioner Taylor and
Commissioner McDaniel served as co-chairs for the Agency through November 22, 2022.
On November 22, 2022, Chris Hall (District 2) and Dan Kowal (District 4) were sworn in as new Commissioners,
winning the November 8, 2022 election. A ceremony was held on December 13, 2022 recognizing their new positions.
2022 Collier County
Rick LoCastro
District 1
BCC Vice Chair
Burt Saunders
District 3
Penny Taylor,
District 4,
CRA Board
Co-Chair
William L. McDaniel, Jr.
District 5
BCC Chairman &
CRA Board Co-Chair
Andy Solis
District 2
Chris Hall
District 2
Dan Kowal
District 4
Sincere appreciation to Commissioner Andy Solis and Commissioner Penny Taylor
for their six and eight years of community service and dedication, respectively.
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Penny Taylor,
District 4,
CRA Board Co-Chair
The Bayshore Gateway Triangle Community Redevelopment Area (BGTCRA) continues
to bloom with new investments, bringing statewide attention to this area. Bayshore
Drive has been selected as the People’s Choice Award Winner for the 2022 Great Places
contest by the American Planning Association of Florida. This year’s theme was ‘Great
Healthy Places’, and Bayshore’s long, elegant corridor encourages exploration as small
businesses and attractions of all sizes are finding a home along this street.
The Naples Botanical Garden, located near the southern end of Bayshore Drive,
continues to grow (no pun intended), not only in their offerings to the public, but in their
awareness of the culture diversity of our region. The Garden’s year-long celebration of
the Hispanic Culture began in early November with La Calavera Catrina from the Dia
de los Muertos through March. Additionally, a replica of the garden of Frieda Kahlo, an
important and world acclaimed Mexican artist, will be installed for a January opening and run through September
2023. The opening of La Calavera Catrina exhibit was, unfortunately, delayed due to Hurricane Ian because The
Garden, like all the coastal areas of Collier County, was exposed to the flood and wind damage of Hurricane Ian. But
while The Garden was cleaning up, they also remembered the community.
The Garden has consistently shown its willingness to be a partner in community outreach provided to those in need
and this year was no exception. Despite being closed for Hurricane Ian clean-up, The Garden opened to the Tzu Chi
Foundation, a world-wide organization based in Taiwan. In October, Tzu Chi distributed aid to 425 families in a day-
long event to families who had lost everything in the storm. The Garden hosted Tzu Chi in the FGCU auditorium on
campus. The majority of the pre-registered recipients live in the Bayshore Gateway Triangle CRA and this truly was a
neighbor lending-a-helping-hand to a neighbor event.
September’s Hurricane Ian brought a stark reminder of the vulnerability of Florida to flooding. The storm also
exposed the soft underbelly of Collier County … the lack of workforce housing. Many of the victims of Hurricane
Ian live in the Bayshore Gateway Triangle CRA. They work in our hospitals and schools, in our restaurants and shops
along Bayshore Drive, and in our government. Their homes have been severely damaged and many, many are not
covered by flood insurance. The Bayshore Gateway Triangle CRA has a grant program that could be re-activated
to help the many homeowners affected by this storm. Of course, criteria would have to be developed and the
applicants carefully scrutinized, but the need is great and urgent. I feel confident that the CRA Board is up to the task.
This year, I am finishing my eight years as District 4 County Commissioner, and as I review the development of
the CRA over these past years, I am optimistic about the Bayshore Gateway Triangle CRA’s growth into the future of
Collier County.
It has been an honor to serve my community, and thank you for giving me this opportunity.
Penny Taylor, District 4 Collier County Commissioner
CRA Board Co-Chair
Collier County
Community Redevelopment
Agency Executive Board
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2022 brought the BGTCRA Advisory Board back into the Bayshore neighborhood with
monthly meetings resuming at the beloved Naples Botanical Gardens. Newly appointed,
Dan Rodriquez, Deputy County Manager, began overseeing the CRA. Near the end of the
year, we welcomed the new District 4 Commissioner, Dan Kowal, who is the Co-Chair of the
CRA. Starting the year on a positive note, little did our community know what was in store in
the last quarter with Hurricane Ian.
Goals set long ago started taking shape with the initiation of the boardwalk/bridge pedestrian
connection to Sugden Regional Park underway with Stantec Engineering. The CRA Advisory Board voted unanimously
to approve the conceptual Plan/Site Plan by Stantec, sending it on to the Board of Commissioners for approval.
Del’s Corner underwent a demolition of buildings on lot 3 with sod, now called “the Lawn”, bordering flower vases
were planted and parking spaces installed, setting the stage for future uses by the community. Plans for a community
charette are set in place for 2023. Del’s Corner served as a valuable asset for a food distribution location after
Hurricane Ian, along with the parking lot at the corner of Coco and Bayshore.
Many commercial properties in the Gateway Triangle listed and sold in 2022. It will be interesting to see what unfolds
there in the future.
Hurricane Ian’s destruction from the storm surge left the BGTCRA in devastation, both residentially and commercially,
however it proved how resilient and strong the community is with the recovery. All worked together tirelessly for many
months to rebuild and restore with many volunteer organizations coming to the rescue.
A huge highlight this year was the 2022 Great Places in Florida People’s Choice Award given to the CRA for Bayshore
Drive. The Florida Chapter of the American Planning Association announced its 9th annual award, recognizing
Bayshore as a place of cultural and historical interest, community involvement, with a vision for tomorrow and a sense
of place. The 2022 theme was “Great Healthy Places”. All past and present Advisory Board members, CRA staff, BCC,
Sheriff’s Office and Code Enforcement Department contributed to the winning of this award. However, adding to
this list are the incredible, eclectic group of residents and entrepreneurs who have invested in Bayshore. The amazing
businesses lining the street and the promotion of the arts, all largely contribute to the vast improvements made to
Bayshore Drive over the years that obviously paid off.
The year ended on a happy note with holiday celebrations: Aura groundbreaking and tree lighting hosted by
Metropolitan Naples in the Gateway Triangle and “Light Up Bayshore” tree lighting at “the Lawn” of Del’s Corner. Light
Up Bayshore was a great success with fun for all ages, caroling, a surprise visit from Santa Claus, mini-art projects and
refreshments. Both events were a welcome relief to Hurricane Ian recovery work.
Hope restored, we march on, continuing to attract interesting new residential and commercial developers adding to
the amazing mix of successful businesses already thriving. Community input and involvement are always welcome by
attending the monthly CRA Advisory Board meetings.
Karen Beatty, Chair
Local Redevelopment Advisory Board
Local Redevelopment
Advisory Board
Bayshore
Gateway Triangle
Karen Beatty
CRA Chair
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Advisory Board
Karen Beatty, Chair Bayshore Resident
Maurice Gutierrez, Vice Chair At-Large
Camille Kielty At-Large
Kathy Kilburn At-Large
Steve Rigsbee Gateway Triangle Resident
Allen Schantzen At-Large
Steve Main Davis Blvd. Business Owner
Michael Sherman Bayshore Business Owner
The Florida Redevelopment Association (FRA) is a membership-based organization that provides educational
programs to promote knowledge and professional training in community redevelopment. The association also hosts
annual conferences that provide training, networking, and information exchange on successful redevelopment
projects and programs. The Bayshore Gateway Triangle CRA is a member of the association and supports ongoing
training of staff and members of the Advisory Board. Dr. Jeff Burton, FRA President, was invited to provide
Redevelopment 101 training to the Bayshore Gateway Triangle Local Redevelopment Advisory Board members, CRA
staff and interested parties. Members of the Immokalee Community Redevelopment Area Advisory Board and the
City of Naples Redevelopment Agency also attended the training held on August 19, 2022. The 4-hour training was
informative and well received by all who attended. A huge thanks to Dr. Burton for making a trip down to Collier
County and providing additional training for our board members and staff.
CRA Advisory Board Members
CRA Advisory Board Members and County Staff attending the
Ascent groundbreaking ceremony.
CRA and MSTU Advisory Board Members during the presentation
of the Access Management Plan on August 17, 2022.
Dan Rodriguez, Deputy County
Manager and Maurice Gutierrez,
CRA Vice-Chair at the “Light-Up
Bayshore” event.
Steve Rigsbee, CRA Advisory
Board Member at the Aura
groundbreaking ceremony.
Karen Beatty, CRA Chair at
the “Light Up Bayshore” event
addressing the crowd just
before the lighting of the tree.
Residents enjoying “Light up
Bayshore” event.
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CRA Staff
Debrah Forester, CRA Director, joined the Collier County
team in July 2017 as the Collier County Community
Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Director, overseeing
both the Bayshore Gateway Triangle and Immokalee
CRAs. Debrah has over 30 years of experience in
redevelopment and county planning. She is a member
of the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) and
is certified as a Redevelopment Administrator by Florida
Redevelopment Association.
Tami Scott, Project Manager II, joined the Bayshore
Gateway Triangle CRA team in 2017. Tami’s primary
role is to manage and facilitate construction projects
within BGTCRA. Tami has 30 plus years of experience
in construction, design and project management. She
is a member of the American Institute of Architects,
Royal Institute of British Architects, American Institute of
Building Designers and is a licensed contractor.
Shirley Garcia, Operations Support I, joined the
Bayshore CRA in 2016. Her duties include administrative
functions for the office, providing general information
to the public, and coordinating the maintenance of the
CRA properties. Shirley has a Bachelor of Science in
Legal Studies from Hodges University and is a certified
Florida, Notary Public.
Kellie Cipperman, Special Events Project Manager,
joined the Bayshore Gateway Triangle CRA team
in September 2022, overseeing special events and
marketing. Kellie has over 25 years of experience
creating and leading special events for charity and
school organizations, as well as in corporate America
within the consumer products sector as a Sales Leader.
Cristina Perez, Program Manager, joined the Bayshore
Gateway Triangle CRA team in July 2022, to manage
the implementation of the Bayshore Gateway Triangle
Community Redevelopment Plan. Cristina has been
employed by Collier County since January 2003 and
holds several certifications including Public Manager,
Public Supervisor, and Florida Association of Code
Enforcement, as well as extensive training in
emergency response.
Bayshore Gateway Triangle CRA Staff from left to right – Tami Scot, Kellie Cipperman, Cristina Perez, Shirley Garcia and Debrah Forester.
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Mini-Triangle
On November 13, 2020, the sale of the 5.27 acre site
(“mini-triangle”) in the Bayshore Gateway Triangle was
completed. Metropolitan Naples acquired approximately
3.67 acres and is the lead private partner. Naples Triangle
Development simultaneously closed on approximately
1.6 acres for the development of 270 luxury apartments.
The property was acquired by the CRA in 2009
with the intent to revitalize a key intersection of the
redevelopment area. In April 2016, the CRA approved
the Purchase and Sales Agreement (PSA) with Real
Estate Partners International, LLC (REPI), assigned
to Metropolitan Naples, LLC in October 2020. In
February 2018, the Mini-Triangle Comprehensive Plan
Amendment and MPUD zoning district were approved.
The Mixed-Use zoning district allows for a mix of
residential units and commercial uses, including retail,
restaurants, and offices.
Following a year of demolition and underground utility
work, Naples Triangle Development started construction
in August 2022. Ascent at Metropolitan Naples held their
groundbreaking ceremony on September 20, 2022.
The project will include 270 luxury multi-family units
and approximately 7,600 square feet of commercial.
Construction started on August 15th with completion
targeted for the fourth quarter of 2024.
Aura at Metropolitan Naples celebrated their
groundbreaking and Holiday Celebration on December
7, 2022. The 15 story luxury high-rise will include 56
luxury condominiums and approximately 6,500 square
feet of commercial.
Metropolitan of Naples applied and received approval
of amendments to the Plan Unit Development zoning
standards and comprehensive plan that provides
greater flexibility in the number of residential units and
hotel rooms, and allowable commercial uses for the
development of the third and final parcel.
BGTCRA Properties
Catalyst Projects
Developers of Ascent at Naples Metropolitan at the
groundbreaking ceremony.
Cranes in operation as the initial phase of construction begins
for Ascent.
17 Acres
On May 24, 2022, the contract with Stantec Consulting
Services Inc. was executed to complete the design and
permit a pedestrian connection from Bayshore Drive
to Sugden Park on the 17.7 acre property owned by the
CRA. The contract award is $344,932. The terms of the
Agreement provide for $278,024 in fixed costs, including
Conceptual Plan, Site Development Plan, Construction
Plans and Permitting for the pedestrian connection
(pathway and Boardwalk) to Sugden Park, and $66,908
on Time and Materials – not to exceed basis for Bidding
Services and Post Design Services.
The project commenced on June 10, 2022, and Tasks
1-4 are scheduled to be completed by May 16, 2023.
The following tasks are included in the Scope of Work:
Task 1 – Conceptual Plan/Site Plan
Task 2 – Stormwater Analysis and Treatment/
Geotechnical Analysis/Environmental Services
Task 3 – Construction Plans including lighting and
landscaping. Permit Application and Support Services
Task 4 – Bidding Services
Task 5 – Post Design Service
Above: December 2022 – Preliminary Concept Plan of the
17 acre boardwalk project.
Left: Staff from Naples Botanical Gardens and CRA Staff
met with Stantec consultant on site to walk the property.
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Del’s Corner
At Del’s Corner, there stood a two-story building that was a 24
hour food store. It was operated for over 57 years by the late
Del Ackerman. A memorial plaque, benches and signage were
installed, marking BGTCRA’s appreciation for all his generous
contributions. In November 2020, the CRA acquired Del’s Corner
to further implement the vision for the area as outlined in the
Redevelopment Plan.
In the summer of 2022, the buildings on the corner lot were
demolished and sod was placed over the bare land. Ironically,
Del’s Corner continued to be a blessing to the community. In
the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, “the Lawn”, as it’s recently been
referred to, became a distribution location for those looking to
help the residents affected by the storm. Tents and food trucks
were set up to distribute warm cooked meals and essential items.
As the holidays approached, the CRA proceeded with the planned
event Light Up Bayshore, aimed to bring everyone together for
an evening of fun activities: a visit from Santa Claus, cookies and
hot cocoa and the lighting up of the 40-foot holiday tree in the
center of the roundabout. Community members heard from
guest speakers: Commissioner Penny Taylor and Commissioner
Elect Daniel Kowal, District 4, Deputy County Manager Dan
Rodriguez, CRA Chair Karen Beatty and MSTU Chair Maurice
Gutierrez. The event was a success, a special thank you to Santa
Claus and fire fighters from Fire Station 22.
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2022 Accomplishments
Del’s 24-Hour Store
Demolition process of the buildings
Light Up Bayshore Event Commissioner Kowal addresses
event goers
“The Lawn” at Del’s Corner after demolition was completed.
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The CRA and Collier County are continuing their
partnership in identifying and funding stormwater
improvement projects. Two projects were initiated in
2021. Transportation Management Services Department is
taking the lead on project management for these projects.
Within the Bayshore community of the redevelopment
area, Phase 1 stormwater improvements include three
Streets: Becca Avenue, Pine Street and Weeks Avenue.
Bolt Engineering was selected to complete the design,
permitting and post-design services for this project.
The total project cost is $337,132. Project design began
in November of 2021. Survey work was completed in
February 2022 and 30% plans were completed in July
2022. Due to the alignment of the roadway, pavement conflicts were identified with the proposed stormwater
improvements. A change order to the contract for additional engineering services to realign Weeks Avenue to the
north was approved in November 2022. Updated design plans are pending review in the first quarter of 2023.
Design plans are anticipated to be completed in November 2023.
The focus of Phase I stormwater improvements in the Gateway Triangle community will include two streets:
Linwood Way and Bayside Street – Kissinger, Campo and Associates were selected to complete the design and
permitting and post design services for this project. The total project cost is $257,542 and was approved by the
project manager in November 2022. Work is anticipated to begin in first quarter of 2023.
In June 2021, the CRA, in partnership with Collier County, purchased 2732 Frances Avenue in the Gateway
Triangle area to facilitate future stormwater needs in relationship to the existing stormwater pond that was
constructed in 2008. Both agencies contributed funds for the purchase and demolition of the existing structure.
Demolition was completed in February 2022. The CRA continues to maintain the property until stormwater
improvements are implemented.
Stormwater
BGTCRA
2022 Accomplishments
Demolition of existing structure on Francis Avenue lot
Francis Avenue property – Demolition completedGateway Triangle Phase 1
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Hurricane Ian
Hurricane Ian passed along the coast of Collier County on September 28, 2022. The center of the eye of the
hurricane was located about 50 miles from our beautiful Gulf of Mexico coastline and the eyewall, encompassing a
radius of 30-35 miles wide, was positioned too close for anyone’s comfort.
The powerful storm continued a North Northeasterly path making a catastrophic landfall in neighboring Lee
County. But for the Bayshore Gateway Triangle Community Redevelopment Area, Hurricane Ian left behind its
share of destruction from major storm surge never seen before in Collier County. The strong hurricane force winds,
combined with the day’s high tide, created the “500-year flood event” as it was called, affecting residential and
commercial properties as far in as 2.5 miles from the coast.
Living in paradise comes with a price during Hurricane season, but also enhances a
wonderful example of human kindness. A generous community of family, friends, neighbors,
and even strangers, rallied behind the Bayshore community utilizing “the lawn” at Del’s
Corner and the CRA parking lot as a community donation site, providing hot meals, water,
health care services and distribution of donated goods. In the Gateway Triangle community,
the East Naples Baptist Church, despite having sustained damage from water intrusion
themselves, allowed multiple organizations to use the church parking lot to continue to serve
the community in a time of need.
There are never enough words that can be said, or actions taken, to express the gratitude
from the Bayshore Gateway Triangle community to all the organizations, businesses, and
individuals who simply showed up for a greater good.
There truly was a display of kindness, and an outpouring of love, help and support for one
another. The BGTCRA intends to reach out to those who can be identified for giving during
this time of need to share with them a gift of appreciation. In a moment of disaster, when
everyone around was in the same difficult situation; our hope in humanity was restored.
Proving it to be true, that we are resilient when we stand together.
Army provided hot meals for area residents
Standing water from Hurricane Ian on Hamilton Ave.
Flooding along US 41 and Bayshore Drive/Shadowlawn Drive
Litter along the right-of-way on Connecticut Ave. in the Gateway Triangle
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Regulatory Changes
To further implement the Community Redevelopment Plan, the CRA received approval from the CRA Board in
2019 to move forward with changes to the Comprehensive Plan and the Land Development Code (LDC). Since
the first public meeting in October 2019, the BGTCRA Advisory Board, CRA staff, and Growth Management staff
have continued to review and draft changes to meet the intent of the redevelopment plan and gather public input.
On January 11, 2021, the updates to the proposed LDC drafts were presented at the CRA Advisory Board meeting,
where staff received direction to move forward with the LDC and Growth Management Plan (GMP) amendment
review process.
The two regulatory changes were approved by the Board of County Commissioners in March 2022. The first
change was an amendment to the Future Land Use Element and Land Development Code regarding Bonus Density
Pool. This amendment established a limited density pool allocation for multi-family projects and mixed-use projects
of 2 acres or less, and provided for public realm improvements for projects which utilize the density pool. Monetary
contributions may go towards 1) CRA’s Public Art Fund; 2) CRA Capital Project Fund; 3) County Capital Project
Fund; or 4) an equivalent contribution of physical improvement within the project or dedication of land/easement
consistent with CRA Redevelopment Plan, Public Art Pilot Plan, CRA Capital Improvement Plan, or County Capital
Improvement Plan.
The second change was revisions to the Land Development Code and Administrative Code, which included revising
the name of the overlay districts to Bayshore Zoning Overlay District and Gateway Triangle Zoning Overlay District,
to add prohibited uses in the Bayshore Zoning Overlay, add appearance standards for outdoor display and storage,
add a boundary map for the Bayshore Zoning Overlay District and for the Gateway Triangle Zoning Overlay District,
add architectural standards for single-family homes, and change other development standards.
The LDC changes require that all single-family residential projects in the Bayshore overlay adhere to the new
Architectural Design Standards. Those standards are reviewed and approved by staff prior to the issuance of the
building permit. For more information, please contact Collier County Zoning Department at 239-252-2400.
Density Bonus Pool in the Bayshore Gateway Triangle
Community Redevelopment Area
BACKGROUND
The Bayshore Gateway Triangle (BGT) Community
Redevelopment Plan outlines the goals, redevelopment
objectives, and funding strategies for improvements in the
BGT Redevelopment Area.
The Future Land Use Element of the Growth Management
Plan establishes the BGT Redevelopment Overlay and the
policies governing how property is redeveloped within the
BGT Redevelopment Area.
DENSITY BONUS POOL HIGHLIGHTS
In 2000, the Board of County Commissioners established
a bonus pool of 388 entitled and unused dwelling units
within the BGT Redevelopment Area.
The bonus pool units are available to developers who
request approval to use these units in new development
and redevelopment projects within the Area.
In 2022, a total of 122 bonus pool units remain available.
The maximum number of units that may be allocated to a
project is up to 25% of the pool (currently 31 units), or 10
units, whichever is greater.
BONUS POOL UNIT PROGRAM PER THE GROWTH MANAGEMENT PLAN
¬Maximum density is 12 units per acre for Mixed Use
Projects using density pool units. This only applies
to projects with access to US 41, Bayshore Drive,
Davis Boulevard, or the west side of Airport Road.
¬Maximum density is 8 units per acre for Residential-
Only Development using density pool units. This
only applies to projects with frontage on Bayshore
Drive and land area of at least 3 acres in size, and
PUD rezoning is required. Only market rate housing
is eligible for these density pool units. Note: The
Growth Management Plan includes Affordable
Housing Density Bonus programs as an alternative
for increased density for housing that is affordable.
¬Smaller properties (up to 2 contiguous acres) are
eligible for up to 2 additional dwelling units per acre
through a Limited Density Bonus Pool Allocation
process. These properties must be within a zoning
district or overlay zoning district that permits multi-
family or mixed-use development.
BAYSHORE GATEWAY TRIANGLE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA
These standards are effective as of March 11, 2022 (Ordinance 2022-06 and Ordinance 2022-08).
See LDC Section 4.02.16.C.
For questions or additional information, contact:
Bayshore Gateway Triangle
Community Redevelopment Agency
3299 Tamiami Trail East Bldg. F Suite 103
Naples, Florida 34112
(239) 252-8846
BGTCRA Boundary Map
Updated criteria was adopted for density bonus pool allocations in the Bayshore Gateway Triangle Community
Redevelopment Area. These criteria are effective as of March 11, 2022 (Ordinance 2022-08). The intent of the criteria is for
the allocation of bonus density units to correspond with the goals of the BGT Community Redevelopment Plan by providing
improvements to the public realm in the CRA.
DENSITY BONUS POOL ALLOCATION PUBLIC HEARINGS
Land Development Code Section 10.02.15.C provides that Mixed Use Projects (MUPs) are eligible for up to 12 dwelling
units per acre. The project must be zoned BZO-NC, BZO-W,
or GTZO-MXD and must have access to US 41, Bayshore
Drive, Davis Boulevard, or the west side of Airport Road.
A Neighborhood Information Meeting (NIM) and a public
hearing by the Board of County Commissioners is required
for allocation of density bonus units for a Mixed-Use
Project.
Residential-Only developments are eligible for up to 8
dwelling units per acre. The project must have frontage
on Bayshore Drive and land area of at least 3 acres in size,
and PUD rezoning is required. The PUD rezoning requires
a NIM, public hearing by the Collier County Planning
Commission and Board of County Commissioners.
The Limited Density Bonus Pool Allocation (LDBPA) is
for smaller multi-family or mixed-use developments on 2
contiguous acres or less. The property must be within a
zoning district or overlay zoning district that permits multi-
family or mixed-use development. Land Development Code
Section 10.03.06.R provides that a public hearing by the
Hearing Examiner is required. If the Hearing Examiner
defers to the Planning Commission, then one Board of
Zoning Appeals hearing is also required.
Expiration: All Density Bonus Pool allocations expire 5
years from the date of approval if building permits for the
allocated units have not been issued.
For complete submittal and procedural requirements, see
the Administrative Code for Land Development.
DENSITY BONUS POOL ALLOCATION CRITERIA
Criteria specific to MUPs using the Density Bonus Pool are
in Land Development Code Section 4.02.16.C.8.
¬The MUP cannot be gated.
¬Vehicular and pedestrian interconnection must be
provided to provide public access between abutting
properties.
¬A mix of use ratio is required, so that any one use
(residential or non-residential) cannot exceed 80%
of the gross building square footage. Nonresidential
uses must be publicly accessible.
Criteria specific to LDBPAs are in Land Development Code
Section 4.02.16.C.13 and 14.
¬Vehicular access cannot be gated.
¬Additional buffering (above minimum requirement
streetscape enhancements are required.
PUBLIC REALM IMPROVEMENTS
Any project that receives Density Bonus Pool units must
provide an improvement or contribution to the public realm
at time of Site Development Plan (SDP) or Plat approval.
¬Monetary Contribution to the CRA’s Public Art Fund,
CRA Capital Project Fund, or County Capital Project
Fund is calculated based on units received:
(1 to 4 bonus units): 3% of the engineer’s Opinion of
Probable Cost at time of SDP or Plat
(5 to 9 bonus units): 5%
(10+ bonus units): 5% plus 1% for each increment of
10 over nine units
Example: for a project receiving 20 to 29 bonus units,
the calculation is 5% + 1% + 1% = 7%
-or-
¬An alternative or offset to the monetary contribution
may be completed through physical improvements
within the project or by land or easement dedications
where such improvements or land or easement is
identified as a need in the CRA Redevelopment Plan,
Public Art Pilot Plan, CRA Improvement Plan, or
County Capital Improvement Plans.
See Land Development Code Section 4.02.16.C.15 for all
provisions related to the public realm improvement
requirement.Example of Bayshore Drive Enhancement
Litter along the right-of-way on Connecticut Ave. in the Gateway Triangle
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Bayshore Drive has been a great place in the making for several years, but in fall of 2022 the Florida Chapter of the
American Planning Association announced that Bayshore Drive was a finalist for the 2022 Great Places in Florida
Award, with the annual theme of Great Healthy Places. Great Places in Florida is a unique award program because
communities submit nominations, and the public determines the winner. Each year the nominees focus on unique,
memorable places in Florida.
The Florida Chapter of the American Planning Association announced in October, the 9th Annual Great Places
Award was Bayshore Drive, recognizing it as one of the most distinct Healthy Places in Florida. Stretching nearly
two miles in unincorporated Collier County, Bayshore Drive has evolved over the last several decades from a 2-lane
corridor of underutilized businesses and residences to a complete street with a true sense of place.
On December 13, 2022, Wiatt Bowers, President of the Florida Chapter of the American Planning Association,
presented the 2022 Great Places in Florida People’s Choice Award to Collier County Community Redevelopment
Agency. Karen Beatty, Chairwoman of the Bayshore Gateway Triangle Community Redevelopment Area and
Maurice Gutierrez, Chairman of the Bayshore Beautification MSTU, accepted the award on behalf of the
community. Bowers called Bayshore Drive “A strong example of healthy planning and sustainability that other
communities should aim to replicate.”
Revitalization of the corridor has been achieved through comprehensive community visioning and public
investment in complete street improvements led by Collier County’s Bayshore Triangle Community Redevelopment
Area and Bayshore Beautification MSTU.
As the street’s infrastructure
transformed, it energized private
investment. It is anchored by the
award-winning Naples Botanical
Garden to the south, and a
vibrant waterfront and mixed-use
district to the north. Now Bayshore
Drive is a place for people of all
abilities and backgrounds seeking
to embrace healthy living, social
engagement, and a sustainable
environment.
This award is a tribute to residents,
property owners, and business
owners that supported the vision
and invested time and money into
the community.
BGTCRA
2022 – Bayshore Drive: Great Places
in Florida People’s Choice Award
On December 13, 2022, representatives from FAPA presented the award to the Collier
County Commissioners and Bayshore Gateway Triangle CRA Advisory Board Members
Karen Beatty, Chair and Maurice Gutierrez, Vice-Chair.
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2022 – Bayshore Drive: Great Places
in Florida People’s Choice Award
The Collier County Community Redevelopment Plan is
the comprehensive document that provides the goals
and implementation strategies to reduce the probability
of blighted conditions. The plan includes potential capital
projects and programs considering different funding
sources to accomplish redevelopment goals. The Plan
identifies projects that can be funded by tax increment
revenues to meet both short-term and long-term priorities.
Section 5 of the Plan focuses on the Bayshore Gateway
Triangle Redevelopment Area.
The main goals of the plan include:
Land Use & Urban Design – Promote a defined, harmonious,
and urban visual and land use character tailored to the
CRA area, cultivating its unique artistic and cultural
identity. To further this goal, Land Development Code and
Comprehensive Plan changes were adopted in 2022.
Public Space, Parks, & Open Space – Ensure accessible,
activated, and well-maintained public spaces, parks, and
open space. To further this goal, the Board approved
the contract to design the pedestrian connection from
Bayshore Drive to Sugden Park.
Development – Foster and guide private development
to enhance community character and provide increased
stability and prosperity for community members. To
further this goal, development activity reports are
presented to the public at monthly meetings. CRA staff
actively engages in pre-application meetings.
Transportation, Connectivity, & Walkability – Ensure
safety, comfort, and convenience for various methods of
transportation within and connecting with the CRA area.
To further this goal, preparation of an access management
plan for Bayshore Drive is underway.
Infrastructure – Provide effective infrastructure that
preserves environmental and neighborhood design quality
through coordinated improvement planning and funding.
To further this goal, two stormwater improvement projects
are under design.
Process – Carry out CRA area planning and implementation
efforts to engage and serve the various communities within
the CRA area. To further this goal, new team members have
been hired to help facilitate program implementation.
BGTCRA
Bayshore Gateway Triangle
Community Redevelopment Plan
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BGTCRA
Project Status Report
The 2019 amendment to the Community Redevelopment Plan lays out the framework of goals, objectives, and
strategies to support the overall community vision. Below are the six goals and the specific projects identified to
implement the vision. Tax Increment Funds have been allocated to complete the projects.
GOAL 5.3.2 – Land Use & Urban Design
Promote a defined, harmonious, and urban visual and land
use character tailored to the CRA area, cultivating its unique
artistic and cultural identity.
Projects Budget Allocation
50197 – Residential Grant Program $196,422
50198 – Commercial Grant Program $319,001
Status: Program is on hold pending new criteria and
partnership with Collier County. No funds have been
allocated to affordable housing in 2022.
GOAL 5.3.3 – Public Space, Parks, & Open Space
Ensure accessible, activated, and well-maintained public
spaces, parks, and open space.
Projects Budget Allocation
50206 – Ackerman – Del’s Property $619,696
Phase 1A – Demolition Completed October 2022
Phase 1B – Exotic Removal – Scheduled for 2023
Phase 2 – Future Analysis – Scheduled for 2023
50208 – 17 Acres Site Project $2,628,276
Pedestrian Connection Design $344,932
Status: Project initiated in 2022
Sunbelt construction underway, commercial grant received
in 2021, completion date extended to July 2023
Del’s Property after demolition and sod installation
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Project Status Report
GOAL 5.3.4 – Development
Foster and guide private development to enhance community character
and provide increased stability and prosperity for community members.
Projects Budget Allocation
50256 – Community Safety & Clean Up $135,899
50261 – Housing $295,000
50254 – Communication $125,000
50271 – Neighborhood Initiative $320.100
Status: Gateway Triangle Neighborhood Initiative anticipated to begin
in 2023.
50255 – Public Art $200,000
Status: Coordinating with Collier County Public Art Committee. Received
first request to accept public art donation. Pending BCC approval in 2023.
50270 – Development Incentive Program $250,000
Status: Funding allocation to assure Tax Increment Rebate Agreement
approved September 8, 2020.
Cell Tower Relocation Payment $600,000
Status: Pending final certificate of completion and request for payment
from cell tower company.
Scattered Lots Agreement Status: Approved in February 2020, six additional single-family homes completed
construction, bringing the total of completed homes to ten. The remaining five are scheduled for completion by
second quarter of 2023.
Siobhan Cleveland, owner of the Real
Macaw, during plaque dedication for her
mother, Jeanne Harvey. She was a Bayshore
Drive pioneer woman who bought The Real
Macaw Restaurant over 30 years ago.
Both homes located on Karen Drive were built on a scattered lots. The homes were completed in 2022.
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BGTCRA
Project Status Report
GOAL 5.3.5 – Transportation, Connectivity, & Walkability
Projects Budget Allocation
50204 – Linwood Beautification $800,000
Status: Pending Gateway Triangle Master Plan Study
50207 – CRA Parking Lot $64,266
Status: Project Completed in 2021. Remaining
funds allocated for Electric Charging Station and
minor improvements.
50259 – Multi-Modal $150,000
Micro Transit Service for Bayshore Drive
Status: Request for Proposals drafted
50263 – Complete Street $100,000
Additional Bus Shelters within the District
Status: Collier County Transit Partnership Construction 2023
50262 – North Bayshore Enhancements $1,017,946
Projects Budget Allocation
Access Management Plan $82,054
Status: Partnership with Bayshore Beautification MSTU
contribution of $83,296.
CRA Parking lot
Bayshore Drive
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Project Status Report
GOAL 5.3.6 – Infrastructure
Provide effective infrastructure that preserves environmental and neighborhood design quality through coordinated
improvement planning and funding.
Projects Budget Allocation
50203 – Stormwater Project $2,288,778
Bayshore Phase 1 $337,132
Status: Initiated in 2021. Ongoing design and permitting
of improvements.
Gateway Triangle Phase 1
Status: Initiated in 2022, scope of work completed
50258 – General Road Improvements $500,000
Status: Coordinating with Collier County to develop
scope of work to evaluate roads within community.
Anticipated start date in 2023.
50257 – Fire Suppression
Status: Contingent on partnership with the City of Naples.
GOAL 5.3.7 – Process
Carry out CRA area planning and implementation efforts
to engage and serve the various communities within the
CRA area.
Status: Ongoing administrative efforts including the
hiring of a Special Events Manager to promote the area
and continued monitoring of developments in the area
to encourage quality development.
Initiated Projects: 3
Completed Projects: 1
Total CRA Project Fund Encumbered as of October 1, 2022: $1,164,156
Total CRA Project Fund Balance October 1, 2022: $11,193,943.60
CRA and MSTU Public Meeting held at the Naples
Botanical Gardens
Stormwater improvements are ongoing to alleviate street flooding
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2021 Residential
Residential Permit Data
2022 Residential
2022 brought new development to the residential
community, and as the year ended it continued to
increase. In 2022, 660 residential permits were issued
with a declared value of $51 million; including 89 single-
family residential permits, of which 19 homes were
finalized and the others are well on the way.
Isle of Collier Preserve and Stock Development
communities are located at the end of Bayshore Drive.
They have made substantial progress on infrastructure
improvements. Permits totaling just over $29 million
were issued in 2022 for these projects.
BGTCRA
PERMITS – Residential
Isle of Collier – New entrance on South Bayshore Drive Stock Development Home
New house completed on Karen Drive, 1 of 6 houses built on the
scattered lots
Residential house under construction on Jeepers Drive
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BGTCRA
2021 Commercial
Commercial Permit Data
2022 Commercial
Commercial Building Permits were on the rise in 2022
with a total of 559 issued in calendar year 2022 with a
declared value over $109 million. The development of
the Ascent and Aura at the Metropolitan Naples alone
contributed $78 million.
The Arboretum, a Mattamy Home development,
continues to move forward in its development and
was issued permits totaling just over $18 million.
In 2021, Courthouse Shadows broke ground as a
multi-family development and is close to completion.
In 2022 they were issued additional permits with a
declared value of over $1.5 million.
PERMITS – Commercial
Iconic Little Italy Demolition Pine Street Storage Warehouse
Naples Botanical Garden GreenhouseCourthouse Shadows apartment complex
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The growth of Collier County and impacts to the East Naples area from Hurricane Ian created delays in
construction material, labor work and completion time frames for some of the anticipated projects in the
BGTCRA. For projects like the Trail Professional Center, construction began in 2021; progress was slowed but
continued to move forward and completion in 2023 is anticipated. The 3-story building will have an open air
lobby, stairwell, 2nd floor balconies, lush landscaping, artwork, and plants throughout, as well as a mail center
and bicycle racks.
Bayshore Wine Venue – On July 16, 2021, the groundbreaking for the highly anticipated chic, contemporary
setting wine venue by local entrepreneur Rebecca Maddox was held unveiling the names – The Maddox and
Rebecca’s. Rebecca’s will provide a traditional wine bar and charcuterie bar and The Maddox Naples will be a
private membership club with private tasting rooms and wine storage. The architecturally stunning building will
include retail, restaurant, office, and warehouse space. It is anticipated to be completed in 2023.
Trail Professional Center
1 of 6 scattered lot homes completed in 2022 Arboretum
Wine Venue
BGTCRA
Private Development
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MSTU Advisory Committee
Maurice Gutierrez
Chairman
Bayshore MSTU Resident
Sandra Arafet
Vice-Chair
Bayshore MSTU Resident
Susan Crum
Bayshore MSTU Resident
Frank McCutcheon
Bayshore MSTU Resident
George Douglas
Bayshore MSTU Resident
Robert Messmer
Bayshore MSTU Resident
Joann Talano
Bayshore MSTU Resident
Advisory Committee
Maurice Gutierrez
A day doesn’t go by without seeing how much Hurricane Ian affected all of us in our district.
Some more than others, but the effects are etched in our hearts and in our homes.
I feel the County did a great job in debris clearing and Mother Nature followed with
great rains to help us get “green” again. Kudos to emergency management, staff
and all the neighbors, church groups, and volunteers that helped us “shake it off
and move on”.
On the street the obvious things have shown improvements such as landscaping
and lighting. At every turn our medians have been challenged with FPL hardening
projects, fire suppression and new water mains on Coco Avenue, all needing
landscaping love after project completion. Our staff has followed up on sidewalk
maintenance issues created by Ian and they have been able to keep the Hamilton
Avenue project on track.
When completed, this will end the construction on the Thomasson Drive/Hamilton Avenue improvements
corridor with a “wow” factor. A great thanks to Facilities and Parks & Recreation Divisions for working with us
to complete on time.
Despite our challenging year, our tree lighting at Del’s corner went off bigger and better than ever, great turn
out! It’s great to see how strongly our community supports our improvement efforts here on Bayshore.
To all my neighbors, stay safe, stay strong and hope to see you all at our monthly meetings at “The Garden”.
Maurice Gutierrez, Chairman
Bayshore Beautification MSTU Advisory Board
Bayshore Beautification
Many thanks for Jim Bixler for his
years of dedicated volunteer service
on the Bayshore Beautification MSTU
Advisory Board.
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MSTU Boundary Adjustment
In 2020, Minto Development submitted a PUD amendment to rezone
approximately 102 acres of land (Tract R9 Fleishman Parcel) to the Sabal Bay
Mixed-Use Planned Unit Development, and to add 230 dwelling units to the Isle
of Collier Preserve development. The property is located south of Thomasson
Drive with access to South Bayshore Drive and is adjacent to the existing Bayshore
Beautification MSTU boundary. Minto Development presented the proposed
expansion to acquire the land and rezone the property at the January 7, 2020
joint meeting of the following three advisory boards; Bayshore Gateway Triangle
Local Redevelopment, Bayshore Beautification MSTU, and Haldeman Creek MSTU.
The Boards requested that the developer consider including the additional 102
acres into the Bayshore Beautification MSTU boundaries to support the ongoing
beautification and maintenance within the district. Further analysis determined that
approximately 40 acres of Tract R9 are in the MSTU and approximately 62 of the
acres are not in the MSTU boundary.
The Board of County Commissioners adopted Ordinance 2021-04 at the January
26, 2021 regular board meeting to approve the PUD amendment. During the public
hearing to consider the rezoning, the applicant’s representative stated that if the
County desired to expand the boundary of the MSTU to include the additional
acres, they would not object.
County staff began working with the developer to secure the legal description
in early 2022. The developer closed on the property on February 2, 2022. On
October 25, 2022, the Board of County Commissioners approved the expansion.
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Hamilton Avenue Beautification Project
Signature Projects
Access Management Plan
The Bayshore Beautification MSTU and Collier County
Parks and Recreation Department partnered to upgrade
Hamilton Avenue and provide overflow boat trailer
parking to serve Bayview Park. The $3.2 million project
will provide 34 trailer parking spaces on Hamilton
Avenue, a roundabout at Hamilton Avenue and
Thomasson Drive will assist with traffic flow, multi-use
pathway from Thomasson Drive to Danford Street, and
additional streetlighting and landscaping consistent with
the completed Thomasson Drive Enhancement Project.
The project also resulted in a partnership with Naples
Botanical Gardens to handle the additional stormwater
runoff from the added impervious surface. Naples
Botanical Gardens will create an educational exhibit
related to natural filtration of water management systems.
The construction contract was awarded to Haskins Inc. and Johnson Engineering. They have assisted the County
with Construction Management and inspections during the development of the project. The additional trailer
parking will allow for more boating visitors to launch from Bayview Park to enjoy our beautiful coastal waters.
Project was completed in January 2023.
The Bayshore Gateway Triangle CRA and the Bayshore Beautification MSTU have collaborated in funding a study to
evaluate the traffic conditions along the Bayshore Corridor from US 41 to the southern terminus of Bayshore Drive.
In December 2021, Stantec Consulting Services was hired to conduct an Access Management Study to evaluate
the current traffic flow, as well as future travel forecasted out to 2045. The results of the study were analyzed to
determine the need for potential changes to the
corridor to improve pedestrian and bicycle safety, while
maintaining capacity and level of service for Bayshore
Drive from US 41 to the southern terminus of Bayshore
Drive and the county-wide transportation network.
On August 16, 2022 a Community Forum was held with
area residents, business owners and property owners
to discuss the results of the analysis and review four
conceptual designs based on the results of the data
collected by the consultants. The Access Management
Plan review process by Collier County staff is ongoing;
additional public presentations are planned for 2023
before the CRA and MSTU Advisory Boards and the
Board of County Commissioners.Conceptual Design, Bayshore Drive from US 41 intersection to the
southern terminus of Bayshore Drive
Bayshore Beautification
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2022 Holiday Celebration
Holiday decorations in 2022 included the lighting of the tree at the roundabout during the celebration of the
inaugural tree lighting event. During the event, community members added their hand print on a large wooden tree
which was displayed at the CRA parking lot along with other wooden trees made and painted by Tami Scott, CRA
Project Manager II. Additionally, Christmas poinsettias were added throughout Bayshore in rich colored planters, the
heritage tree in the CRA parking lot, the larger menorah, and garland at the bridge.
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Median Landscaping
In 2022, the MSTU staff partnered with the Naples
Botanical Garden and Landscape Architect Leigh
Gevelinger of Coastal Vista Design of Sanibel Island.
Leigh’s assignment was to design a plan with more
resilient and hearty plants in the median that could
withstand high volumes of traffic and environmental
impacts. In additional, the plants had to be unique
to other landscaping in Collier County, colorful, low
maintenance, drought tolerant, and Florida-Friendly.
The plant selections include Coccothrinax palms,
Cruenta Bromeliad, Purple Queen, Ice Plant, Golden
Creeper and for the ground cover washed shell. If these
plant selections are successful, we will start to introduce
them into additional medians throughout Bayshore
Drive. The new Wine Venue development purchased and
installed the new plant material on median 20 as part of
their project.
Special Thank You
A special thank you
to MSTU Advisory
Committee Member
George Douglas
for his additional
volunteer service
as the Flag Bearer.
His time and
dedication hoisting
the flag throughout
the year is greatly
appreciated.
Median 20 Landscaping
Fertilizer Pilot Program
The BGTCRA and the MSTU partnered with Ecological
Laboratories, Naples Botanical Garden, and Doctor
Cohen of University of Florida to study a bacterial
inoculant within the medians of Thomasson Drive. On
June 13, 2022, Aaron Sane of Ecological Laboratories
provided a presentation of their product Quantum
Growth Series to the CRA board. A similar presentation
was also provided to the MSTU board on July 13, 2022.
At both presentations, Mr. Sane describe the benefits of
the product, not only to the plants, but the environment.
The goal of this study is to determine if municipalities
can reduce reliance on nitrogen-based fertilizers by
using a bacterial inoculant (Quantum product) alone
or in combination with reduced amounts of fertilizers.
The study design compares different treatment plans;
the study protocol results in the collection of visual and
plant tissue data which will determine the success of
the bacterial inoculant product. Quantum Growth Series
primary benefits are reported to:
• Improve nutrient availability transfer
• Enhance/restore soil biology
Areas of fertilizer applications
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We continued our prime activity of collecting and ‘banking’ tax dollars for a future
dredge of the Haldeman Creek MSTU area. While we don’t anticipate a need for
several years, we study this continuously. Evaluation by County staff in 2023 will
allow us to see if there was any impact from Hurricane Ian.
Looking back on 2022 before Ian, MSTU members and staff participated in Keep
Collier Beautiful with teams on land and on the water with kayaks and boats.
Everyone who participated enjoyed giving back to the health and beauty of
Haldeman Creek. We have had support from Coastal Zone Management who
erected State speed zone signs, and from Florida Fish and Wildlife in terms of
enforcement. We continue to have one or two Channel Markers damaged each year,
therefore requiring replacement. Again, we get help from Coastal Zone Management.
We have been seeing more and more manatees in Haldeman Creek and opened a file to collect pictures so we can
show authorities of this trend. Local volunteers joined the Manatee Club and obtained manatee warning signs. We
allowed them to attach the signs to some of our channel markers. Casual observation is that boats have been more
attentive to their speed.
Many of our MSTU residents have had home and dock damage from the hurricane. While we have empathy for
the damage or loss of home, as an MSTU we are most concerned with docks and/or boats that have been damaged
or sunk.
Sincerely,
Roy Wilson
Chairman
Haldeman Creek MSTU
Advisory Committee
Roy Wilson
Haldeman Creek
MSTU Advisory Committee
Roy Wilson
Chairman
James D. King II
Vice Chair
Jacob Dutry Van Haeften
Bill Robbins
Robert Wopperer
Advisory Committee
Note: All members must be residents of the Haldeman
Creek MSTU
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Haldeman Creek MSTU
Bay Days on March 5, 2022
Keep Collier Beautiful, Waste Management, Solid and Hazardous Waste Division, Code Enforcement and many
volunteers within the CRA District participated with great pride, in the Great American Clean Up to remove trash and
debris from the Haldeman Creek waterways.
Sincere appreciation to local residents Bob and Suzy Buelow for providing their dock to the many volunteers as a
drop off site.
The CRA public parking lot was utilized for Waste Management’s dumpster, and Code Enforcement Area Investigator
John Johnson coordinated collection to and from the dumpster. Haldeman Creek MSTU Committee Members Bill
Robbins and Roy Wilson volunteered as “Co-Captains”. The City of Naples assisted by providing donated gloves,
garbage bags and litter pickers to the staff to hand out.
Haldeman Creek MSTU Advisory Board coordinates with other Collier County Divisions, such as Pollution Control, to
improve and maintain Haldeman Creek as a safe and navigable waterway. Collier County Pollution Control Division
is responsible for monitoring the water quality. Their mission is met through the implementation of programs such
as: Quality Monitoring and Assessment, Domestic Wastewater Treatment Plant Compliance, Sludge Transportation &
Disposal Management, Stormwater Pollution Complaint Investigation, Wellfield Protection, Water Permit Compliance,
Education and Outreach. To learn more about these programs please visit: www.LiveGreenSaveBlue.com
2022 Accomplishments
Volunteers from the Bay Days Clean up
Manatees in the Creek – After the
cleanup from Hurricane Ian, the
manatees came out to play. The
Haldeman Creek MSTU Advisory
Committee has played a significant
role in slowing down the boater’s
speed in the Creek to protect the
species and allow them a safe place
to harbor. Florida Fish and Wildlife has
assisted the Collier County Sheriff’s
Marine Patrol Unit by monitoring and deterring speeders within the Creek. A special thanks to both of those Agencies
and to Collier County Coastal Zone Management for assisting with channel markers, and scans of the Creek.
Manatees in the Creek Haldeman Creek view from the bridge
Bayshore CRA
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On September 13, 2022, the CRA Board approved a budget amendment authorizing carry-forward in CRA
Operating Fund (187) to the CRA Capital Fund (787) to ensure compliance with Florida Statutes section 163.387(7) by
appropriating funds to specific projects pursuant to the approved community redevelopment plan for the Bayshore
Gateway Triangle Community Redevelopment Area.
In accordance with Florida Statutes section 163.371(2), the Annual Report for the Bayshore Gateway Triangle
Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) has been filed with Collier County. This report includes information on
activities for fiscal year 2022. In accordance with Florida Statutes section 163.387(8), the most recent complete audit
report of the redevelopment trust fund will be published on the CRA website (BayshoreCRA.com) within 45 days after
completion. The most recent audit (2021) is available online at www.BayshoreCRA.com.
Taxable Total
Fiscal Year Taxable Value Value Change Increment TIF Provided
FY 00 $288,081,106
FY 01 $317,372,765 10.2%$29,291,659 $120,917
FY 02 $344,028,693 8.4%$55,947,587 $250,600
FY 03 $388,101,306 12.8%$100,020,200 $445,100
FY 04 $431,519,296 11.2%$143,438,190 $638,300
FY 05 $475,282,882 10.1%$187,201,776 $833,000
FY 06 $557,503,167 17.3%$269,422,061 $1,199,000
FY 07 $759,031,642 36.1%$470,950,536 $1,962,400
FY 08 $917,038,125 20.8%$628,957,019 $2,293,300
FY 09 $860,642,928 -6.1%$572,561,822 $2,087,700
FY 10 $753,584,795 -12.4%$465,503,689 $1,893,000
FY 11 $609,685,265 -19.1%$321,604,159 $1,307,800
FY 12 $533,026,785 -12.6%$244,945,679 $996,100
FY 13 $510,879,526 -4.2%$222,798,420 $906,000
FY 14 $519,892,199 1.8%$231,811,093 $942,700
FY 15 $536,405,973 3.2%$248,324,867 $1,009,800
FY 16 $564,523,522 5.2%$276,442,416 $1,124,200
FY 17 $599,334,363 6.2%$311,253,257 $1,292,600
FY 18 $664,353,038 10.8%$376,271,932 $1,562,600
FY 19 $713,306,651 7.4%$425,225,545 $1,765,900
FY 20 $768,618,341 7.8%$480,537,235 $1,995,700
FY 21 $853,583,306 11.1%$565,502,200 $2,348,500
FY 22 $934,213,928 9.4%$646,132,822 $2,683,300
Grand Total $29,658,517
Bayshore Gateway Triangle
Tax Increment 2000-2022
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Funds 187, 287, 787, 717 & 718
Description Adopted
Budget
Amended
Budget Actual Variance to
Amended Budget
Revenues
Beginning Balance $(600,000)$7,347,432 $6,795,900 $(551,532)
Interest $42,400 $42,400 $55,176 $12,776
Miscellaneous ----
Tax Increment $2,683,300 2,683,300 2,683,300 -
Mgt. Fee $210,900 $210,900 $210,900 -
Grants & Reimbursements --$30,000 $30,000
Land Sales ----
Transfers $2,271,700 $3,337,600 $1,717,100 $(1,620,500)
Total Sources $4,608,300 $13,621,632 $11,492,376 $(2,129,256)
Less: Intrafund Transfers $(2,271,700)$(3,337,600)$(1,717,100)$1 ,620,500
Net Sources $2,336,600 $10,284,032 $9,775,276 $(508,756)
Expenditures
Personal Services $453,800 $453,800 $407,802 $( 45,998)
Operating Exp.$543,100 $563,124 $271,832 $(291,292)
Capital Outlay/Projects $1,485,500 $9,151,469 $343,658 $(8,807,812)
Land Acquisition -$32,563 -$(32,563)
Grant Programs $255,000 $583,877 $68,453 $(515,424)
Debt Service ----
Transfers $1,770,900 $2,836,800 $1,770,900 $(1,065,900)
Reserves/Est. Carry Forward $100,000 -$8,629,733 $8,629,733
Total Uses $4,608,300 $13,621,632 $11,492,376 $(2,129,256)
Less: Intrafund Transfers $(2,271,700)$(3,337,600)$(1,717,100)$1,620,500
Net Uses $2,336,600 $10,284,032 $9,775,276 $(508,756)
CRA Operations, Capital Projects,
Debt Service and Grants
Budget to Actual – FY 22
Bayshore CRA
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Haldeman Creek MSTU
Budget to Actual – FY 22
Fund 164
Description Adopted
Budget
Amended
Budget Actual Variance to
Amended Budget
Revenues
Beginning Balance $709,600 $718,013 $739,500 $21,488
Ad Valorem Taxes $143,800 $143,800 $146,462 $2,662
Interest $3,000 $3,000 $5,624 $2,624
Misc., TC & PA Trans $1,443 $1,443
Total Sources $856,400 $864,813 $893,029 $ 28,217
Expenditures
Operating Exp.$61,200 $69,613 $1,957 $( 67,656)
Mgt. Fee $11,300 $11,300 $11,300 $ –
Cost of Tax Collection $5,300 $5,300 $4,544 $(756)
Reserves/Est. Carry Forward $778,600 $778,600 $875,228 $96,628
Total Uses $856,400 $864,813 $893,029 $28,217
Funds 160 and 163
Description Adopted
Budget
Amended
Budget Actual Variance to
Amended Budget
Revenues
Beginning Balance $347,200 $3,039,975 $3,121,700 $81,725
Ad Valorem Taxes $1,354,200 $1,354,200 $1,377,187 $22,987
Interest 0 0 $20,819 $20,819
Misc., TC & PA Trans - -$41,465 $41,465
Advance from 187 ----
Transfer from 163 $904,800 $904,800 $904,800 -
Total Sources $2,606,200 $5,298,975 $5,465,971 $166,996
Less: Intrafund Transfers $(904,800)$(904,800)$(904,800)-
Net Sources $1,701,400 $4,394,175 $4,561,171 $166,996
Expenditures
Operating Exp $573,900 $579,096 $335,146 $(243,950)
Capital Outlay/Projects $305,000 $2,992,579 1,278,416 $(1,714,163)
Transfer to 187 $554,600 $554,600 -$(554,600)
Transfer to Fund (160)$904,800 $904,800 $904,800 -
Mgt Fee to CRA $125,500 $ 25,500 $125,500 -
Cost of Tax Collection $42,600 $42,600 $39,254 $(3,346)
Reserves/Est. Carry Forward $99,800 $99,800 $2,782,855 $2,683,055
Total Uses $2,606,200 $5,298,975 $5,465,971 $166,996
Less: Intrafund Transfers $(904,800)$(904,800)$(904,800)-
Net Uses $1,701,400 $4,394,175 $4,561,171 $166,996
Bayshore Beautification MSTU
Budget to Actual – FY 22
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Special thanks to our partners for all the work and support
they have provided over the years.
Capital Project Planning
Code Enforcement
Corporate Business Operations
Parks & Recreation
Planning & Zoning
Road Maintenance
Public Utilities
Transportation
Facilities Management
Communications
Government & Public Affairs
The Everglades
Wetland
Research Park
Thank You
November 6, 2022, E.T. Brisson Detachment of the Marine
Corps League, Adopt-a-Road crew, known as the “Bayshore
Raiders”, picked up 300 lbs. of trash on Bayshore Drive
Hurricane Ian support and food distribution
Collier County Sheriff’s Office
Bayshore/Gateway Triangle CRA
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 103
Naples, FL 34112
Bayshore Gateway Triangle CRA | Bayshore Beautification MSTU | Haldeman Creek MSTU | www.bayshorecra.com
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2022 AnnualReport
Exhibit B
Vision Statement
A rural community that provides safe and affordable multigenerational living opportunities, interconnected pedestrian and
transportation connections, a pristine environment, and a thriving economy that celebrates a diverse culture.
Immokalee is a family-oriented community that supports a healthy lifestyle. It is attractive, environmentally sustainable and offers a full range of housing, recreation, and education opportunities to meet all residents’ needs. Immokalee has a safe, well-connected network to walk and bicycle about town, as well as a roadway network needed to support the transport of goods and services. Business and job opportunities flourish in trade and distribution, agribusiness, and ecotourism.
Table of Contents
About Immokalee . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Collier County Board of Commissioners . . 2
CRA & MSTU Members . . . . . . . . . .2-3
CRA Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
CRA & MSTU Boundary . . . . . . . . . . 5
What is a CRA?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
What is a MSTU? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Immokalee Area Master Plan . . . . . . . . 8
Redevelopment Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Celebrating Culture . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Economic Development . . . . . . 11 – 13
Housing Development . . . . . . . 14 – 16
Infrastructure . . . . . . . . . . . .17 – 22
MSTU Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Community Outreach . . . . . . . . .24 – 25
Project Status Report . . . . . . . . . 26 – 29
Financial Reporting . . . . . . . . . . 30-33
2022 Annual Report 1
My Home
IMMOKALEE
History
Immokalee is an unincorporated area
in Collier County. Originally known
as Gopher Ridge by the Seminole
and Miccosukee Indians, Immokalee
means “My Home” in the Mikasuki
language, and also in Miccosukee,
Mikisúkî or Hitchiti-Mikasuki, a
Muskogean language. After starting
as a cattle ranch town in the 1800’s it
has grown to a culturally diverse rural
agriculture community rich in history.
The community is known as the prime
producer of winter vegetables for the
eastern United States.
Demographics
U.S. Census Bureau 2020,
•Population – 28,060
•Median age - 29 years
•Median household income $30,885
Transportation
The Immokalee Regional Airport is a
general aviation airport located one
mile northeast of the central business
district. This County-owned facility
provides a great opportunity for
business recruitment and economic
diversification.
•Collier Area Transit (CAT) provides
local bus service
and para-transit.
•The main road through Immokaleeis State Road 29.
•Other important county roadsthrough the region are CR 29A(New Market Road) and CR 846
(Immokalee Road).
Community &
Education
Immokalee is the center of the region’s
agriculture industry and home to many
families who work the vast fields that
produce a large amount of the United
States’ fresh produce.
The Collier County School Board is
responsible for all public schools in
Immokalee including five elementary
schools, Immokalee Middle School
and Immokalee High School. iTECH
technical college and Bethune
Education Center provide additional
training. RCMA Charter School and
Pace Center for Girls are also in the
community and provide alternative
education programs. Ave Maria
University is approximately 6 miles away
in the community of Ave Maria.
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Local Redevelopment
Advisory Board
Anne Goodnight, Chair
Jonathan Argueta, Vice-Chair
Michael Facundo
Andrea Halman
Mark Lemke
Frank Nappo
Estil Null
Edward “Ski” Olesky
Yvar Pierre
Immokalee Beautification
MSTU Advisory Board
David Turrubiartez Jr., Chair
Bernardo Barnhart, Vice Chair
Ana Estrella
Norma Garcia
Christina Guerrero
Andrea Halman
Cherryle Thomas
Meetings
Public hybrid meetings for the
Immokalee CRA are held the third
Wednesday of every month at 9:00
a.m. Public hybrid meetings for the
Immokalee MSTU are held the fourth
Wednesday of every month at 8:30
a.m. All meetings are at 750 South
Fifth Street, Immokalee, Florida 34142
unless otherwise noticed.
Board of County Commissioners
On March 14, 2000, the Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution 2000-83, declaring the Board of County
Commissioners to be the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency. Commissioner Taylor and Commissioner
McDaniel served as co-chairs for the Agency through November 22, 2022.
On November 22, 2022, Chris Hall (District 2) and Dan Kowal (District 4) were sworn in as new Commissioners winning the
November 8, 2022 election. A ceremony was held on December 13, 2022 recognizing their new positions.
Sincere appreciation to Commissioner Andy Solis and Commissioner Penny Taylor for their six and eight years of community
service and dedication, respectively.
2022 Collier County
Rick LoCastro
District 1
Burt Saunders
District 3
Penny Taylor, District 4, CRA Board Co-Chair
William L. McDaniel, Jr.
District 5
BCC Chairman &
CRA Board Co-Chair
Andy Solis District 2
Chris Hall
District 2
Dan Kowal
District 4
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William L. McDaniel, Jr. was born in Franklin, Penn., on March 25, 1961, the eldest of three children. His mother, brother (a retired Marine Corps staff sergeant) and sister still live in the Franklin area. A 1979 graduate of Rocky Grove High School, William enrolled at Clarion State University, where he majored in accounting and computer programming with a minor in economics. To pay for college, William worked as a carpenter. A job building a stable (Naples Therapeutic Riding Center) brought him to Naples in 1981, and he has lived in the area ever since.
After moving to Naples, William became a licensed real estate salesperson and, in 1985, he became a licensed Realtor. He founded the Realty Company in 1987, which he manages today, focusing on the sale, management, and development of real estate in Southwest Florida. In 1998, he founded Big Island Excavating, Inc., a mining company with an office located in District 5 in eastern Collier County. The company, which William manages today, has operated mines in four Southwest Florida counties (Collier, Lee, Hendry, and Charlotte). In 1999, William was a founding director of Marine National Bank. When the company was bought by Old Florida Bank in 2003, William was selected to represent the shareholders and to serve on the new board of Old Florida Bank, until its sale in 2007 to the Bank of Florida. William currently owns and operates Lazy Springs Recreational Park and employs more than 30 people.
Among his civic activities, William is currently the chairman of the Strategic Planning
Committee of Goodwill of Southwest Florida and has served on the Board of Directors of
that organization since 1998. He is founder of and the current president of the Corkscrew
Island Neighborhood Association. From 2007 until early 2009, he served as the chairman
of the Board of County Commissioners-appointed East of 951 Horizon Study Committee.
He also served for two years on the Board of County Commissioners-appointed Rural
Lands Stewardship Overlay Review Committee. In 2013, he was appointed by Gov. Rick
Scott to the Collier County Housing Authority and served on that Authority until his election
as Collier County Commissioner on November 8, 2016. He was re-elected to the Board of
County Commissioners on November 3, 2020.
William has two children: Kelley Marie, a graduate of Florida Gulf Coast University, and
William III, who is a carpenter/contractor. In their free time, the family enjoys outdoor
activities like hunting, fishing, and boating.
Advisory Board Chairs
Anne Goodnight, current CRA Chair, born in Alabama and moved to Immokalee in 1955. Ms. Goodnight recently retired from the Collier County Sherriff’s department and continues to be a community activist.
David Turrubiartez Jr, current MSTU Chair is an Immokalee native that has spent the majority of his life here. He works in sales in the construction industry. He’s married with two boys and spends his time coaching youth soccer and engaging in community activism. He’s also on the Naples Better Government Board of Directors.
Patricia Anne
Goodnight
CRA Chair
David Turrubiartez Jr.
MSTU Chair
William L. McDaniel, Jr.
District 5
BCC Chairman & CRA
Board Co-Chair
Chairman of Board of County Commissioners 1/11/22 to 1/10/23
Vice-Chairman to the Board of County Commissioners 1/12/21 to 1/11/22
Serves on the NACo
Environment, Energy and
Land Use Steering
Committee (EELU)
Serves on the Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council (SWFRPC)
Public Safety Committee 1/9/18 to 1/8/19
County Government Productivity Committee 1/9/18 to 1/8/19 and 2021
Current Co-Chair of the
Immokalee CRA
CRA Board Co-Chair
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Debrah Forester
Director, Collier County CRA
Debrah has over 30 years of experience in redevelopment,
community planning, and economic development. She
joined the team in 2017, coming from Charlotte County
CRA. She is a member of the American Institute of Certified
Planners since 1993 and earned designation as a Certified
Redevelopment Administrator.
Christie A. Betancourt
Operations Manager
Christie has worked for Collier County for 22 years.
She joined the team in 2008 and manages the
day-to-day operations.
Yvonne Blair
Project Manager
Yvonne joined the Immokalee CRA Team in September
2020. She has over 25 years of sales experience
including key roles with Premier Sotheby’s International
Realty and WCI. She manages Capital projects and
maintenance activities.
Yuridia Zaragoza,
Administrative Assistant
Yuridia joined the CRA Team in October 2022. She is tasked
with assisting with active community projects and providing
the community with public meeting information.
Debrah Forester Yuridia ZaragozaYvonne Blair Christie Betancourt
CRA Staff
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CRA & MSTU Boundary
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Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) refers to a public entity created by
Collier County to implement the activities outlined under Chapter 163 of the
Florida Statutes. The Board of County Commissioners (BCC), is the ex-
officio governing Board of the CRA.
On March 14, 2000, the BCC adopted Resolutions 2000-82 and
2000-83, establishing the Collier County CRA and identifying
two areas within unincorporated Collier County as areas
in need of redevelopment. On June 13, 2000 the
BCC adopted Resolution 2000-181 adopting the
Community Redevelopment. The Plan lays
out the framework of goals, objectives, and
strategies to support the community vision.
The first amendment to the plan was approved
on April 23, 2019. The second amendment to
the plan was approved on May 10, 2022.
In 2016, Resolution 2016-198 was adopted to revise the bylaws to clarify the membership and terms of office of the Immokalee Local Redevelopment Advisory Board. The purpose of this nine-member committee is to be the primary vehicle for community and professional input to the CRA for matters relating to the Immokalee Community Redevelopment Area. Terms are for three years.
How is CRA funding created?Property values in the CRA are capped, or frozen, at the assessed value for an established base year (2000). Thereafter, any tax revenues due to increases in property values in excess of the base are dedicated to the redevelopment area. The generated revenue is known as tax increment financing (TIF) and is used in the Immokalee CRA to leverage its redevelopment efforts. The 2000 frozen tax base for the Immokalee Community Redevelopment Area is $148,645,590. The tax value for FY 2022 was $391,123,283, which is a $242,477,693 increase in total property values since 2000.
This incremental increase resulted in a TIF revenue of $1,007,000 for 2022.
What is a CRA?Immokalee
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What is a MSTU?
A Municipal Service Taxing Unit (MSTU) is a funding mechanism where community members, with Board approval, assess themselves to make improvements to their neighborhood and/or community area and provide additional services based on community desire within a specific district boundary.
This seven-member committee was established by
Ordinance No. 11-39, as amended by Ordinance No. 20-47,
to assist the Board of County Commissioners in the business
affairs of the Immokalee MSTU district and prepare and
recommend an itemized budget to carry out the business
of the district for each fiscal year. The CRA serves as
administrator of the Immokalee MSTU.
Membership on the advisory committee represents the
population within the Immokalee MSTU district. Members
must be electors of Collier County and qualify in one of the
following categories: Four members must be permanent
residents within the MSTU and three members may be an
owner of a business or commercial property within the MSTU
or may be an appointed representative of a non-profit entity
operating within the MSTU. Terms are four years.
How is MSTU funding created?
The MSTU’s enabling ordinance establishes the maximum
millage rate that can be levied to implement the mission of
the MSTU. Annually, the Board of County Commissioners
approves the millage rate and budget to implement the yearly
work plan.
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Area Master Plan (IAMP)Immokalee
The Immokalee Area Master Plan is a component of the Collier County Comprehensive Plan. Originally adopted in 1987, the
IAMP provides the guiding goals, objectives, and policies for land use in the community. On December 10, 2019, the Board
of County Commissioners (BCC) adopted the amended plan by Ordinance 2019-47.
The Neighborhood Company (TNCo) was hired as a subcontractor to RWA, Inc. by Collier County Growth Management Department to update the Immokalee Area Overlay District Land Development Code. County staff held a Kickoff meeting on June 16, 2022. TNCo held a site visit with CRA staff on August 12,2022. An on-site meeting was held with CRA staff on September 14, 2022. On December 23, 2022, TNCo provided staff with an upcoming schedule/timeline.
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Since the adoption of the 2000 Redevelopment Plan, much has changed within the lmmokalee redevelopment area. In April 2019, the first amendment of the plan update focused on the Bayshore Gateway Triangle Redevelopment Area. The Board directed staff to update the plan to reflect the changes and needs in the Immokalee Community Redevelopment Area (ICRA).
Staff issued Notice to Proceed to Johnson Engineering on December 1, 2020, to provide planning support services for the lmmokalee Community Redevelopment Plan. This effort is specific to Section 4 of the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency Community Redevelopment Plan, amended May 2019.
From February 2021 through August 2021, staff began an
online survey with a variety of questions to solicit public input
on the following topics: Cultural Survey, Recreation Survey,
Housing Survey, Economic Development Survey, and
Transportation Survey. A Community Kickoff Hybrid Meeting
was held in March 2021 and a community input meeting
was held in December 2021 which highlighted the goals,
objectives, and strategies.
At the February 16, 2022, CRA Advisory Board Meeting
staff presented the Proposed Amendment to the
Community Redevelopment Plan. The Board approved
the proposed plan.
At the April 7, 2022, Collier County Planning Commission (CCPC) Meeting ICRA staff presented the Proposed
Amendment to the Community Redevelopment Plan. The CCPC Board approved the proposed plan.
On May 10, 2022, the Collier County Board of County Commissioners acting as the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), approved a Resolution recommending approval to the BCC an amendment to the Collier County Community Redevelopment Plan. The BCC approved the amendment.
Staff is currently working on an implementation schedule.
Areas of Focus are Celebrating Culture, Economic
Development, Housing, and Infrastructure.
The Plan Update
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Welcome Sign at Panther Crossing
SR 29 at Panther Crossing/Farmworker’s Village Project
In August 2018, Q. Grady Minor (QGM) completed the initial
Bird of Paradise design for a welcome sign. The construction
of the welcome monument sign has been on hold for the
acquisition of the Sign Easement which was approved by the
Board of County Commissioners on May 24, 2022.
In September 2020, the MSTU approved the “Field of Dreams”
mural proposal, which received over 60% of the community’s
votes in a survey. This new sign design reflects the culture of
the community.
On June 29, 2022, QGM prepared a Proposal of $12,817 and 180-days schedule for engineer/landscape drawings to rework the existing plans to reflect the new mural and to add new lettering “Welcome to” and “Immokalee My Home” for the Welcome Sign to reflect the new community supported design. A Notice to Proceed was issued on August 4, 2022. QGM is finalizing the construction plans.
CRA owned property – Zocalo Plaza
Park staff continue doing monthly maintenance (painting,
trimming, cleaning, and mulch) of the plaza; and Staff is billing
this CRA & MSTU quarterly. Staff is monitoring the quality of
maintenance services being provided. Other improvements
completed this year were bamboo trimming and lighting
enhancements on the band shell, trellis, and along the walkway.
Celebrating CultureImmokalee
Memorial Benches Dedication Ceremony was held
on November 19, 2022, for Monica Ayala and Francisco
“Frankie” Leon.
107 N. 1st Street
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Commercial Façade Grant Program
In accordance with Objective 1.2 in the Immokalee Area Master Plan, the CRA continued to provide financial incentives to businesses in Immokalee via the Commercial Façade Improvement Grant program.
The CRA implemented the Program
in October 2008. Since that time, 17
façade grants have been awarded
to local businesses for a total of
$294,621.67.
Eligible applicants may receive
grant funding up to $20,000 as
reimbursement, using a one-half
to-one match with equal applicant
funding for façade improvements to
commercial structures.
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Collier County Opportunity Zone Program
Opportunity Zones, established by the federal Tax Cut and Jobs Act of 2017, encourage long-term investment and job
creation in targeted communities by reducing taxes for many job creators. They enhance the ability to attract businesses,
developers, and financial institutions to invest in targeted areas by allowing investors to defer capital gains taxes through
investments in federally established Opportunity Funds. These zones allow private investors to support distressed
communities through private equity investment in business and real estate ventures. The incentive is deferral, reduction and
potential elimination of certain federal capital gains taxes. U.S. investors hold trillions of dollars in unrealized capital gains in
stocks and mutual funds alone, a significant untapped resource for economic development. Immokalee has 3 Census Tracts
included in the Opportunity Zone. The Immokalee Regional Airport has parcels of shovel-ready land in the Opportunity Zone.
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Development HighlightsImmokalee
2022 was a busy year for both business development and expansion, as well as infrastructure improvements in the community.2022 was a busy year for both business
development and expansion, as well as
infrastructure improvements in the
community.
Guadalupe Center Van Otterloo Family Campus for Learning
Dollar General on Main Street
O’Reilly Auto Parts
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Proposed 7 Eleven at corner of 9th and Main Street
The original proposed development was approved by the CCPC on May 6, 2021. PUD was approved under Zoning Ordinance 21-22 and Resolution 21-116 for 4,650 sq. ft. store, 1,000 sq. ft. car wash and 16 unleaded and 4 diesel fueling positions. 7 Eleven requested to amend the PUD to add a drive-thru and remove the car wash. At the October 20, 2021, CRA meeting the advisory board voted unanimously to support requested changes to remove car wash and add drive-thru. The proposed development went to the CCPC on February 17, 2022, and was approved with some contingencies. No outdoor music, no alcohol can be sold from drive-thru. The development was approved by the BCC board on March 22, 2022. Creighton Construction held a pre-construction meeting in March and started clearing property in April. Construction is underway. They are coordinating with the CRA and the United Arts Council (UAC) for a call for artists to install murals on an exterior wall of the new building.
Seminole Trading Post
On April 29, 2021, the Seminole Tribe of Florida held the
groundbreaking ceremony for the new gas station. The
trading post opened in October 2022. The Immokalee
Trading Post features 10 gas pumps, five electric vehicle (EV)
charging stations and a 7,200 sq. ft. convenience store. The
dispensers will offer regular, mid-grade, premium, diesel and
Rec90 fuel. The plans include two canopies: one in the front
for regular vehicles and small trucks, and one in the back
for semi-trucks and recreational vehicles. The trading post
will work with the nearby Seminole Casino Hotel and accept
players’ points for gas and items inside the store.
Immokalee Fire Control District
Groundbreaking was held on September 27, 2021, for FireStation No. 30 located at 510 New Market Road. The state-of-the-art firehouse will feature three apparatus bays andbe equipped with bunker gear storage and a shop area. Thebuilding also will feature a lobby, conference room and two offices. Fire Station No. 30 will replace the existing firehouse located at 502 New Market Road. Construction started in December 2021 and is expected to be completed in 2023.
Development HighlightsEconomic Development
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Immokalee
Foundation Learning
Lab 18-home
subdivision
The Immokalee Foundation Learning Lab 18-home subdivision is currently under construction. Collier Enterprises donated the 8.3 acres of land for a housing subdivision that serves as a hands-on learning laboratory for students enrolled in Career Pathways: Empowering Students to Succeed program. BCB Homes, is serving as the general contractor.
At the July 13, 2021, BCC board meeting (Agenda item 16.F.10) the board approved a recommendation to direct staff to develop a workforce development grant agreement with The Immokalee Foundation, to offset development costs on the housing subdivision for the Career Pathways Learning Lab, in the amount of $500,000.
The Immokalee Foundation sold its first home in December
2021. The second home in May 2022. The third home in
August 2022 and the fourth home sold in November 2022.
Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance (IFHA)
The Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance proposed a housing development consisting of 8 buildings with 16 apartments each or 128 units in all. Construction will progress in phases. Housing units will be two and three-bedroom apartments ranging in size from about 750 to 950 square feet. For more information, please visit http://www.ifha.info/. IFHA received final County approval of Site Development Plan (SDP) and they are currently out for bid. Land clearing started in September 2021. Groundbreaking was held on November 10, 2021. Construction is underway.
Housing DevelopmentImmokalee
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HousingImmokalee
Habitat for Humanity of Collier County Kaicasa
Housing Development
Kaicasa will be located at the Southeast corner of Immokalee, on State Road 29 as you enter the agricultural village from the south. The new affordable community will sit adjacent to the existing subsidized housing built in the 1970s for local and migrant farm workers known as Farm Workers Village once complete, this neighborhood will boast nearly 280 homes, making it the largest Habitat subdivision in the country. Construction started in August 2022. Habitat is taking in applications for this development. For more information, please visit: https://www.habitatcollier.org/communities/kaicasa/
Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA) Childcare Development Center and Community Hub
The RCMA proposed childcare center and community hub consists of childcare classrooms, area office, and playground. The development will accommodate 234 children and 30 employees. Approximately 8 acres will be designated for housing. Q. Grady Minor presented an updated plan for the RCMA Immokalee MPUD (PL20200001827) at the CRA June 16, 2021, Board Meeting. The CRA Board supported the proposed development, which includes a charter school, and a development center.
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HousingImmokalee
Casa Amigos – Rural Neighborhoods - Farmworker units at Esperanza Place
The 24-unit rental community at Esperanza Place will be converted to 24 family apartments. Fourteen will be directed to income restricted and ten reserved for farm workers.
LGI Homes
LGI is offering new homes for sale in Immokalee at Arrowhead Reserve. They are one of the largest new home builders
in Immokalee.
Other developments being proposed are from Pulte Foundation on Westclox and Williams Farms of Immokalee for the Lake Trafford area.
Casa Amigos
Pulte Foundation
LGI
Williams Farms
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Funded by CRA & MSTUInfrastructure Projects
First Street Corridor Improvements South 1st Street from Main Street to School
Road/Seminole Crossing Trail
In 2021, Q Grady Minor and Associates provided the final Conceptual Plan Report that recommends the installation of Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons at the three crosswalks and 11 additional Collier County Traffic Operations light poles.
ICRA staff had coordinated with Collier County Traffic Operations and Public Transit during the development of the conceptual plan and their input was reflected in the final conceptual plans.
An additional sidewalk connection on the east side of South First Street from the bus stop
located south of Carver Street to Eustis Avenue will be evaluated during the design phase of
this project. The estimated cost for the design is $250,000 and Staff applied for a Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) in February 2022 and the grant was conditionally awarded
in April 2022.
On June 28, 2022, Community and Human Services (CHS) processed the grant agreement
between the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and the Collier County
Board of County Commissioners (BCC) for CDBG funds. The agreement was approved by
the Collier County BCC on June 28, 2022. The grant agreement for design was approved
by the CRA (BCC) board on September 13, 2022, for the CDBG $250,000 grant. Funding
became available in October 2022. Grant period ends on April 30, 2024.
Staff initiated the Engineer Selection Process for a proposal for the preparation of design plans. Having 100% design plans will allow this project to be considered shovel ready to better position the CRA to leverage funds with other funding opportunities for construction.
Immokalee Sidewalk Project Phase III Eustis and W. Delaware Sidewalk Project
This project is part of the comprehensive sidewalk plan for the southern area of the
Immokalee Community. Phases 1 and 2 were completed in 2018 and 2021. This phase will
further the goal to provide an interconnected sidewalk network to improve pedestrian and
bicycle safety, connecting residential areas to community facilities and commercial services.
Phase 3 will consist of constructing 6-foot-wide concrete sidewalks as well as drainage improvements associated with the
sidewalks, along Eustis Street and W. Delaware from South 5th Street to South 1st Street (approximately 2500 linear feet).
Agnoli, Barber and Brundage (ABB) were selected to complete the design and permitting for this project. The design was complete in September 2022. The ICRA has been tentatively awarded federal appropriations grant funds in the estimated amount of $987,000 for the construction portion of this project.
The total cost for the Eustis & Delaware Project (design and construction) was estimated at $1.14M. The Immokalee Beautification MSTU and the Immokalee CRA will partner on this project.
Staff received Letter of Invitation that identifies the
requirements of the grant funding. Civitas LLC is preparing
Environmental Review (ER) as required. The ER and a
Request for Release of Funds and Certification must
be approved by the Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) before taking further action such as
construction or physical work on the project.
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Funded by CRA & MSTUInfrastructure Projects
Main Street Corridor Streetscape Project – SR 29 (Main
Street) from 9th Street to 2nd Street
Johnson Engineering (Johnson) has been selected as the Consultant to prepare a site plan for the design improvements to the streetscape of Main Street (E 2nd St to 9th St). The project will consist of conceptual site planning and engineering/design services, permitting, preparation of construction documents and construction oversight services for streetscape enhancements consisting of hardscape and landscape renovation and improvements of the Main Street corridor as a pedestrian friendly street.
The objective is to emphasize safe walking and bicycling, promote downtown revitalization, litter abatement, incorporate design elements to discourage loitering and improve control of the existing chicken population within the boundaries of the project.
Johnson provided a Proposal on July 15, 2022 in the amount
of $212,598. A Notice to Proceed was issued to Johnson on
September 1, 2022 for design plans to be completed within
10 - 12 months. A Kick-Off meeting and Site Visit with
Johnson’s design team and CRA staff was held on September
26, 2022. Johnson has scheduled three Public Meetings to
present final plans.
Main Street
9th Street2nd Street
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Funded by CRA & MSTUInfrastructure Projects
Lake Trafford Road Corridor Project – Lake Trafford
from SR 29 (15th Street) to Ann Olesky Park & a portion of
Carson Road
Jacobs Engineering (Jacobs) is to conduct a lighting study to determine the lighting requirements for Lake Trafford Road from Ann Olesky Park to SR 29 (4.8 miles) and Carson Road from Immokalee Drive to Lake Trafford Road (.5 miles). The study shall compare roadway lighting versus pedestrian lighting to identity the improvements needed to best satisfy the needs of the community. The project area is marked in blue on above map.
Staff reviewed a proposal and has requested Jacobs to change the scope of work from a Conceptual Plan to a Final Construction Plan with a survey of the corridors. On November 18, 2022 Jacobs confirmed they will change the scope. Design services are anticipated to begin in 2023.
This project will be completed in phases to coordinate
with the Transportation Division’s project consisting of bike
lanes and drainage improvements on both sides of Lake
Trafford Road from Little League Road to Laurel Street, and
sidewalks on the south side of the roadway from Carson
Road to Krystal Lane and from North 18th Street to
Laurel Street.
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Infrastructure Projects not Funded
by CRA & MSTU
Transportation Investment Generation Economic Recovery (TIGER) Grant Complete Street
This project includes design and construction of 20 miles of concrete sidewalks, a bike boulevard network, a shared-use
path, street lighting, bus shelters, a new transit center, landscaping, drainage improvements, and intersection and traffic
calming retreats.
Design Build funding sources: FHWA grant funds ($13,132,691) and County match funds ($9,736,589) = $22,869,280.
At the February 8, 2022, Board of County Commissioners Meeting RFP #20-7811, “Immokalee Area Improvements” TIGER Grant was awarded to Quality Enterprises USA, Inc., for a total not to exceed amount of $22,869,280, for Project #33563.
The County’s Contractor is continuing with the surveying, permitting and design portion of the project. Environmental field work is completed in Areas 1, 2 & 3.
Area 1: The Contractor is continuing the design for submittal of 90% plans for their next submittal. The South Florida Water
Management District (SFWMD) reviewed the submitted information to confirm if the project was exempt and determined that
the proposed project is exempt from the requirement to obtain an Environmental Resource Permit.
Area 2: The survey work is completed, and the Contractor is continuing design for 60% plans. A request for verification
of exemption application will be submitted to the SFWMD concurrently with the 60% design submittal to the County. The
environmental field work and listed species survey was completed for the area.
Area 3: The survey work is completed, and the Contractor is continuing design for 30% plans. The environmental field work was completed for the area.
Area 4: The survey work is ongoing.
Area 5: The Contractor received direction from the
County on the preferred alternative for design along
Stockage Road adjacent to Collier County Waste
Management’s property. The Contractor is working
towards 60% plans based on the County’s direction.
Bus Transfer Station: The Contractor received
comments based on the site plan, right-of-way
submittal, SFWMD submittal and Immokalee
Water and Sewer District submittal. Plans will be
resubmitted late November/early December.
The design/build portion of this project started in 2022 and construction is set to be completed 2024.
For more information, please visit the website at https://immokaleecompletestreets.com/
Project Management Department: Transportation Management Services
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Infrastructure Projects not Funded
by CRA & MSTU
Carson Road Project-Eden Park Elementary Safe Routes to School
• 6’ Sidewalk on the south and west side of the road
• Construction costs $663,000
• Funded with Safe Routes to School funds in FY 21/22
• Construction in FY 22/23
• Adding time to the contract Stop Work issued until
Change Order is approved.
Lake Trafford Road
Design of bicycle and pedestrian features on Lake Trafford Road from Little League Road to Laurel Street. The project length is approximately 1.850 miles. Specifically, the design will provide for bicycle lanes on each side of the roadway within the project limits and design of a 6-foot sidewalk on the south side of the roadway from Carson Road to Krystal Lane and from North 18th Street to Laurel Street. Includes adjustment or relocation of the existing signalization at the intersection of Carson Road and 19th Street, if required. Constrained right-of-way at 19th Street intersection may require bike lane tapers to sidewalks and minor incidental intersection improvement at this location. Project 3 is discussed under Stormwater projects.
Immokalee Stormwater Project updates:
North 3rd Street Stormwater Improvements: The North 3rd Street Drainage
proposed project is located on North 3rd Street between 2nd Avenue and Roberts
Avenue West. The project includes roadside swales, installation of inlets on 3rd
Street, construction of a storm drain-pipe system to alleviate ponding and allow
conveyance southward to the storm drain system on West Main Street. Cost for
repairs is estimated at $600,000. The grant funding contract is now finalized,
and the project is entering the contractor bidding phase.
Stormwater Improvements
The original Immokalee Stormwater
Master Plan (ISWMP) was prepared by
H.W. Lochner (2005). Camp Dresser &
McKee (CDM) was contracted in 2010
to prepare construction plans for the
Downtown Immokalee and Immokalee
Drive projects plus update the ISWMP.
A draft update document was prepared
but not finalized. On November 28,
2018, county staff presented the
follow-up analysis.
Project Management Department: Transportation Management Services
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Infrastructure Projects not Funded
by CRA & MSTU
Lake Trafford Road Area
The single negotiated contract for designing
both the stormwater treatment facility at the
SE corner (Tract 3) of Arrowhead Reserve
and the pathway and needed drainage
improvements along Lake Trafford Road
from Little League Road to Tippins Terrace
was applied for by the Board of County
Commissioners in 2021. County staff is
looking at phasing the construction, with
Phase 1 being the Arrowhead Tract 3 site
and Phase 2 being the pathway and drainage west of Little League Road. Design for Phase 1 was completed in 2021 and
construction is tentatively scheduled to begin in 2023. Phase 2 design began in 2022.
Madison Avenue Channel Project
On the northeastern side of Immokalee, County staff obtained BCC approval to purchase a 6-acre parcel east of the Immokalee Foundation Career Path Learning Lab site. That site will provide a pond site to improve stormwater quality from the outfalls along Madison Ave. Additionally, County staff is working with FDOT’s design firms to coordinate the alignment of the SR-29 bypass loop so they can avoid having to route the stormwater from the Madison Avenue channel all the way around the north and east sides of the airport.
Eden Gardens Project
The Eden Garden Bypass Drainage Improvement proposed project is located in the area south of Westclox Street, east of Boxwood Drive, west of Carson Road, and generally north and northeast of Eden Gardens. The project would construct a new ditch along the northern boundary of Eden Gardens, install a 24” pipe under Boxwood Drive to tie into the existing ditch along the northwest boundary of Eden Gardens to convey flows further west. Cost for repairs is estimated at $602,786.32. The County applied for CDBG-DR grant funding for this project.
Project Management Department: Transportation Management Services
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MSTUImmokalee
Landscape Maintenance Contract
Services of the Immokalee Beautification MSTU consist of managing the maintenance of all public areas along Main Street (SR 29) and First Street (CR 846) within the limits of the Immokalee Urban Area. A&M Property Maintenance, a local Immokalee vendor, has been providing great service by performing various maintenance and repair services, such as lawn mowing, sidewalk and gutter cleaning, landscape maintenance, irrigation system management, and installing banners and holiday decorations.
Additional incidental services are performed on an as-needed basis such as additional trash pick-up, removal and replacement of plantings, and paver repairs. Christmas decorations are also installed under this contract. Monthly observation (walking) tours are conducted with the Contractor, CRA Staff, Public, and CRA/ MSTU Board members.
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Earth Day April 22, 2022
The Immokalee CRA, Collier County Parks & Recreation, The Immokalee Foundation, Immokalee High School, Immokalee Library, and the Botanical Gardens participated in the Earth Day Event held on April 22 from 9-11 AM. Trash was picked up along Main Street from 1st – 9th Street and on Roberts Avenue. The Botanical Gardens donated and planted Florida Native plants at the Immokalee Library and the Immokalee Community Park.
Big Bus November 5, 2022
The Big Bus Event was on Saturday, November 5, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., hosted by the Florida Department of Health in Collier County at the DOH - Collier Immokalee campus (419 North First Street). This free event provided opportunities for individuals and families to receive certain health services, screenings, vaccines, and information. Along with big buses there were over sixty other agencies, including the Immokalee CRA, that provided free services, food, and information.
Community Outreach
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Tree Lighting Event December 1, 2022
The CRA hosted the 9th Annual Tree Lighting Event on December 01, 2022, at the Immokalee Zocalo Plaza with the help of the MSTU, the Seminole Casino Hotel, Collier County Parks & Recreation, the Eastern Collier Chamber of Commerce, and the Sheriff’s Department.
Christmas Around the World Parade & Gala December 10, 2022
Christmas Around the World Parade & Gala was held on December 10, 2022. This annual event is organized by Collier County Parks & Recreation and the Eastern Collier Chamber of Commerce. The CRA assisted park staff with the game booth.
Community Outreach
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Community Redevelopment Area
(ICRA) Project Status Report
Immokalee
GOAL – 4.2.1 Celebrating Culture: Create a Cultural Destination
Preserve and enhance the rich mix of cultures and heritage in Immokalee and embrace new ones as they are identified.
Status: Staff is meeting monthly with Parks & Recreation to coordinate upcoming project partnerships.
No project funds have been expended for Parks & Recreation improvements in 2022.
GOAL – 4.2.2 Economic Development
Strengthen the economic health of Immokalee.
Status: Staff continues to market program. No project funds have been expended for Commercial Façade Grants
Improvements in 2022.
Projects: 50245 – Parks & Recreation
Budget Allocation:
$70,000
Projects:
50252 – Commercial
Grant Program
Budget Allocation:
$100,000
The 2022 amendment to the Community Redevelopment Plan lays out the framework of goals, objectives, and strategies to support the overall community vision. Below are the five goals and the specific projects identified to implement the vision. Tax Increment Funds have been allocated to complete the projects.
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Community Redevelopment Area
(ICRA) Project Status Report
Immokalee
GOAL – 4.2.3 Housing
Provide a mix of housing types and price points to allow for safe, high‐quality dwelling unit options in Immokalee.
Status: Staff is coordinating with a local partner to update a study of the Eden Park area. No project funds have been
expended for this revitalization project in 2022.
GOAL – 4.2.4 Infrastructure
Maintain a high quality of life for all residents and visitors of Immokalee.
Status: Staff is coordinating stormwater projects with county staff. No project funds have been expended for stormwater
projects in 2022.
Projects: 50246 – Neighborhood Revitalization
Budget Allocation:
$383,360
Projects: 50243 – Stormwater Infrastructure
Budget Allocation:
$278,000
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Community Redevelopment Area
(ICRA) Project Status Report
Projects: 50244 – CRA Sidewalks
Budget Allocation: $414,300
Project initiated in 2022 – Immokalee Sidewalk Phase III Eustis Avenue and West Delaware Avenue
Partnership with Immokalee Beautification MSTU contribution of $144,763. Federal Appropriation Funds estimated at $987,000.
Status: Contingent on Federal Appropriation grant award. Staff is conducting environmental review of project area.
Note: No project funds have been expended in 2022.
Projects: 50259 – Main Street Corridor
Budget Allocation: $423,700
Main Street Corridor Streetscape Project SR 29 (Main Street) from 9th Street to E. 2nd Street
Project initiated in 2022 – Partnership with Immokalee Beautification MSTU contribution of $212,598.
Status: Design portion of project is underway. No project funds have been expended in 2022.
Immokalee
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Community Redevelopment Area
(ICRA) Project Status Report
Project Initiated in 2022
First Street Corridor Pedestrian Safety Improvements Project South 1st Street from Main Street to School Road/Seminole Crossing Trail
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) award of $250,000 for design portion.
Status: Staff was awarded CDBG funds in FY23 for design portion. No project funds have been expended in 2022.
GOAL – 4.2.5 Implementation /Administration
Maximize resources through collaboration between County, State, and Federal agencies to achieve the CRA goals
and objectives.
Status: On-going administrative efforts and continued coordination with the Immokalee Beautification Municipal Service Taxing
Unit (MSTU) to achieve the CRA goals and objectives.
Projects: 50263 – First Street Corridor
Budget Allocation: $250,000
Immokalee
Initiated Projects: 3
Completed Projects: 0
Total CRA Project Fund Encumbered
as of October 1, 2022: $12,400
Total CRA Project Fund Balance
October 1, 2022: $2,359,900
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Immokalee Tax Increment 2000-2022
Fiscal Year
Taxable
Value
Taxable Value
% Change Increment
Total TIF
Provided
FY99
FY00 148,645,590
FY01 156,720,943 5.4%8,075,353 33,335
FY02 176,095,105 12.4%27,449,514 123,000
FY03 196,490,394 11.6%47,844,804 212,900
FY04 214,158,072 9.0%65,512,482 291,500
FY05 228,019,489 6.5%79,373,899 353,200
FY06 259,056,291 13.6%110,410,701 491,400
FY07 341,537,872 31.8%192,892,282 803,800
FY08 392,444,888 14.9%243,799,298 889,000
FY09 374,317,144 -4.6%225,671,554 822,900
FY10 288,108,618 -23.0%139,463,028 560,600
FY11 261,857,985 -9.1%113,212,395 460,400
FY12 235,544,805 -9.9%87,199,215 354,600
FY13 214,569,564 -9.0%65,923,974 268,000
FY14 227,275,140 5.9%78,629,550 319,800
FY15 236,186,328 3.9%87,540,738 356,000
FY16 256,919,738 8.8%108,274,148 440,300
FY17 279,791,067 8.9%131,145,477 544,600
FY18 300,041,620 7.2%151,396,030 628,800
FY19 318,430,132 6.1%169,784,542 705,000
FY20 330,798,753 3.9%182,153,163 756,600
FY21 363,739,441 10.0%215,093,851 893,300
FY22 391,123,283 7.5%242,477,693 1,007,000
Grand Total 11,316,035
Tax Increment Revenues 2001-2022Immokalee
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FY-22 Budget to Actual – CRA Operations and Grants
Fund 186, 786, 715 & 716
Operations and GrantsImmokalee CRA
Description
Adopted
Budget
Amended
Budget Actual
Variance to
Amended
Budget
Revenues
Carry Forward $ (101,300)$ 1,714,598 $ 1,606,700 $ (107,898)
Interest 12,000 12,000 12,806 806
Trans Interfund 97,600 461,900 97,600 (364,300)
Trans Other Funds ––––
Tax Increment 1,007,000 1,007,000 1,007,000 –
Mgt. Fee 92,800 92,800 92,800 –
Misc. Rev ––––
Grants and Reimbursements –250,000 67,637 (182,364)
Total Sources $ 1,108,100 $ 3,538,298 $ 2,884,542 $ (653,756)
Less: Intrafund (97,600)(461,900)(97,600)364,300
Net Sources $ 1,010,500 $ 3,076,398 $ 2,786,942 $ (289,456)
Expenditures
Personal Services $ 195,200 $ 214,300 $ 213,180 $ (1,120)
Operating Exp.408,500 937,598 234,011 (703,587)
Capital Outlay and Projects 158,600 1,606,600 –(1,606,600)
Grant Programs –100,000 –(100,000)
Transfers 217,900 217,900 216,801 (1,099)
Trans Grants and Interfund 97,600 461,900 97,600 (364,300)
Reserves/Est. Carry Forward 30,300 –2,122,950 2,122,950
Total Uses $ 1,108,100 $ 3,538,298 $ 2,884,542 $ (653,756)
Less: Intrafund (97,600)(461,900)(97,600)364,300
Net Uses $ 1,010,500 $ 3,076,398 $ 2,786,942 $ (289,456)
On September 13, 2022, the CRA Board approved a budget amendment authorizing carry-forward in CRA Operating found (186) to the CRA Capital Fund (786) lo ensure compliance with 163.387(7) Florida Statutes by appropriating funds to specific projects pursuant to the approved community redevelopment plan for the lmmokalee Community Redevelopment Area. In accordance with Florida Statutes section 163.371 (2), the annual report for the lmmokalee Community Redevelopment Area (ICRA) has been filed with Collier County. This report includes information on activities for fiscal year 2022. In accordance with Florida Statutes section 163.387(8), the most recent complete audit report of the redevelopment trust fund will be published on the CRA website (lmmokaleeCRA.com) within 45 days after completion. The most recent audit (2021) is available online at www.lmmokaleeCRA.com.
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FY-22 Budget to Actual – Immokalee Beautification MSTU
Fund 162
Description
Adopted
Budget
Amended
Budget Actual
Variance to
Amended
Budget
Revenues
Beginning Balance $ 1,076,000 $ 1,405,264 $ 1,307,800 $ (97,464)
Ad Valorem Taxes 437,651 437,651 448,561 10,910
Interest 4,749 4,749 9,724 4,975
Misc, TC & PA Trans –– 91,017 91,017
Total Sources $ 1,518,400 $ 1,847,664 $ 1,857,102 $ 9,438
Expenditures
Operating Exp.$ 473,800 $ 710,888 $ 281,034 $ (429,854)
Capital Outlay/Projects 500,000 500,000 –(500,000)
Mgt. Fee 92,800 92,800 92,800 0
Cost of Tax Collection 15,100 15,100 12,974 (2,126)
Transfers –––0
Reserves/Est. Carry Foward 436,7000 528,876 1,470,295 941,418
Total Uses $ 1,518,400 $ 1,847,664 $ 1,857,102 $ 9,438
Beautification MSTU Immokalee CRA
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FY-22 Budget to Actual – Immokalee Road & State Road 29
Fund 111-163805
MSTU Managed Road Segment ROWImmokalee CRA
Description
Adopted
Budget
Amended
Budget Actual
Variance to
Amended
Budget
Revenues
Net Cost Unincorp Gen’l Fund $ 218,000 $ 218,000 $ 211,003 $ (6,997)
Total Sources $ 218,000 $ 218,000 $ 211,003 $ (6,997)
Expenditures
Landscape Materials $ 15,000 $ 15,000 $ 15,705 $ 705
Contractual Maintenance 175,000 175,000 173,787 (1,213)
Trash 4,000 4,000 2,974 (1,213)
Water & Electricity 20,000 20,000 15,895 (4,105)
Sprinkler/Other Supplies 4,000 4,000 2,974 (1,026)
Total Uses $ 218,000 $ 218,000 $ 211,000 $ (6,997)
Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency - Immokalee
CareerSource Southwest Florida
750 South Fifth Street, Suite C
Immokalee, FL 34142
www.ImmokaleeToday.com
239-867-0025